JONIE EHRMAN
If you’ve lived in Enid any amount of time, it quickly becomes clear that the folks around here have big hearts. And few of them are bigger than Jonie Ehrman’s. Since 1977, Jonie has worked as a dog groomer, owning and operating The Groom Closet with her husband Larry. Jonie works hard, and alongside a caring team of fellow animal lovers, she helps make sure that Enid’s dogs are well-groomed and well-cared for. In an unassuming building on West Chestnut, the Groom Closet provides boarding, doggy daycare, pet supplies, and of course, grooming. But what makes this place special is Jonie’s dedication to second chances, for both people and pets.
You see, in Enid animal circles, Jonie is truly legendary. She is well-known for her work with Enid Animal Control and the local SPCA in helping dogs find forever homes. Laura Denisoff, who has worked with Jonie for years, says, “She is big hearted, especially for the pups. If it’s not for the grooming shop or the kennel, it’s trying to help with the strays.”
According to SPCA staff, Jonie is an invaluable part of the community when it comes to helping pets. Sonya Frei says that when the rescues find dogs and need a place to temporarily place them, “Jonie opens up her facility and lets the dog stay there…if it wasn’t for Jonie, lots of dogs would have not made it out. I can’t tell you how many she has boarded and helped save, but it’s been quite a bit.”
Jonie has also helped local law enforcement with the K-9 officers. While she doesn’t actually handle the dogs, she has provided officers with advice on grooming and canine care. Jonie has a special love of German Shepherds, and she has attended more than one funeral for the hardworking police dogs of Enid.
And Jonie doesn’t just help animals that need a second chance. She helps people, too. Laura says that Jonie has “been a huge part of the rehabilitation community” and has often hired employees who might otherwise have a hard time finding work. “She works with those that are trying to better themselves…Jonie will give a person a chance,” says Laura.
Jonie doesn’t seek the spotlight, preferring to let her work speak for itself. And the proof is in the hundreds of pets she has helped and the people whose lives she’s made a difference in. For all these reasons, Jonie Ehrman is truly a local legend!
Congratulations to every nominee, finalist, and winner at this year’s Best of Enid! The competition was strong this year, with many of the categories coming down to the literal last minute! With good competition comes great fun! So, thank you to everyone who attended, and thank you to every sponsor and individual who made the night possible. Personally, I find the Best of Enid to be such a breath of fresh air. It’s a night of good vibes, positivity, and celebration, and that kind of environment/ambiance is so lovely and refreshing. Furthermore, sharing that with the best of the best is truly special, from business owners to community members and employees at the event. As fun as the event was, though, it wouldn’t be right to mention it without highlighting the businesses who didn’t make it to the final round and weren’t in attendance. Regardless of the results, each individual and business in Enid is truly the best of the best – Enid wouldn’t be what it is without the community we have. So, next time you’re at your favorite restaurant, boutique, or business, let them know they’re special, appreciated, and amazing! After all, everyone has a talent or skill that makes them especially unique and brilliant.
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Enid may not be a big city, like Tulsa or OKC, but you wouldn’t have known it at this year’s annual Best of Enid Event. Held at Stride Bank Center on Thursday, June 6, it was a terrific night of fun, fellowship, and food. And on behalf of everyone at Enid Monthly, we would like to thank everyone who made the evening possible. Without the support of Table Sponsors, door prize donations, and, of course, Gold and Silver Sponsors, the night wouldn’t have been possible. In addition, the staff at the Stride Bank Center deserve the highest praise. They provided the catering and staffed the event, truly going above and beyond to ensure that everyone had a terrific and memorable evening.
Now in its third year, the Best of Enid awards show brought together a wide cross section of the community. When the doors opened at 6:00, it seemed as if every sector in town was represented. From non-profit organizations to roofing companies to beauty salons—and that’s to say nothing of the many local restaurants that were represented—Enid’s best and brightest came out to celebrate our community. Business was what brought everyone together, but it was truly an evening of friendship, connections, and camaraderie.
With over 200 guests in attendance, the atmosphere was festive. The bar was open, and guests mingled freely. Photographer Kaci Carpenter captured the fun, and she also took official photos of each winner. Dinner was a clear winner, with guests enjoying a menu that featured a garden salad, chicken Cordon Bleu, steamed broccoli, garlic mashed potatoes, and delectable slices of cheesecake.
Once the ceremony began, emcee Frank Baker kept the show moving. With 50 categories, there was a lot of applause throughout the evening. DJ Justin Blasier did a terrific job ensuring that each winner took the stage to an appropriately themed song, such as “YMCA” when the Denny Price Family YMCA won Best Childcare Provider and The Judds classic “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days’)” when Greenbrier Village won Best Senior Living.
Determining the Best of Enid was something that the community took seriously. Over 25,000 votes were cast, which took an average of 21 nominees per category down to just three. The top 3 finalists were formally invited to the event, and although not everyone was able to attend, the room was full, and a remarkable sense of companionship flowed throughout the evening. Guests were genuinely honored and appreciative of their nominations. Trista from Silver Sponsor American Cannabis Company said, “It makes you feel seen, and it makes you feel heard, like you’re not getting overlooked. It’s just great overall to be included.”
The fact that Enid’s businesses were competing with each other was belied by the genuine support and appreciation for each other that rang throughout the night. Curtis Ediger, with Gold Sponsor Ediger’s Diamonds, had nothing but good things to say about the other three
jewelry stores in town. He said, “We’ve been in business for 42 years… All the jewelry stores in town are quality jewelry stores, and so to be nominated is something special.”
First time nominee Christina with Wolf Collective Photography had nothing but praise for her competition, saying that “I feel really fortunate. We have an amazing community of photographers, so it’s a huge honor just to be nominated. We’re very humbled to be here tonight.”
Later in the evening, when Wolf Collective won for Best Photographer, Christina gave a shout-out to the other photographers, saying “I am SO fortunate to belong to a community that has so many talented photographers. I am honored to be here and humbled!”
There were several unexpected moments that brought down the house. When Greenbrier Village won, a small team took to the stage to accept the award. At least some of them were residents, and one delightful Greenbrier woman could not contain her joy, shouting, “I’m
so glad we won! We deserve it! It’s a wonderful place, and we have things to do all the time!” to uproarious laughter from the crowd.
There was also Extreme Remodeling’s Matthew Compton, who left the room in stitches. His company won in the Best Home Maintenance & Remodeling category, but they could have won for comedy. Compton accepted the award with all due appreciation, but before he left the stage, he good-naturedly shouted, “If your man’s not doing it, call me!” The crowd roared.
Throughout the night, there was a lot of genuine appreciation expressed for the public at large. Misty, the assistant administrator at
Gold Sponsor The Commons, spoke warmly about the Enid community, saying that “We have a great community base throughout Enid. I want to say that a lot of the residents that live in our facility, their families work in the community, and when they come to live in The Commons… they become our family as well.”
When Stela Jantzen, Executive Director at Park Avenue Thrift, accepted the award for Best Thrift Store, she made it a point to express their appreciation to the wider community, saying “Whenever you shop and donate at Park Avenue, you’re helping so many nonprofits who are working to make Enid an amazing place to be. So, on behalf of our employees, our board members, and our community partners, thank you so much.”
One of the night’s big winners was Enchanted Beauty Wellness Spa, which won each of the four categories for which it was nominated: Best Massage Therapy/Therapist, Best Medical Spa/Skin Care, Best Hair Salon, and Best Nail Technician/Salon. The folks at Enchanted were clearly humbled and surprised at this sweep, stating “I think we were all in shock last night as they kept calling our name. I personally could not find the words to express how deeply I appreciate all our clients voting for us.”
In addition to the awards, the evening also featured a fantastic slate of door prizes. And they were not just run-of-the-mill raffle prizes; they were a showcase of the incredible generosity of our sponsors. The prizes included a gift basket from Creative Comfort, a 3-piece 14K gold pearl set courtesy of Ediger’s Diamonds, a 58-inch 4K UHD Hisense television courtesy of Enid Monthly, a Traeger Pro 575 WiFi Pellet Grill courtesy of Ace Hardware, and two tickets to Jeff Dunham’s “Still Not Canceled” August 16 show courtesy of Stride Bank Center.
If there were an overarching theme for the Best of Enid, it would have to be community appreciation. Businesses expressed their gratitude toward the Enid community not just for their votes but for
their everyday support. The nominees expressed encouragement and kudos for each other, creating a community of support right there at Stride Bank Center.
As Samantha Feeney of Gold Sponsor Unleashed Pet Grooming said, “Enid is just small business based, and there are a lot of long-lasting groom shops here in town. We’re really excitedit’s been fun. And we love the event! It’s a really fun event…we just have a really good relationship with a lot of our customers and a lot of them are also small business owners. It’s kind of just a mutual thing—we vote for them, they vote for us. I think it’s just the way Enid is—small town, small businesses support. Our friends and customers are the massage therapists, realtors, financial people, etc. that were there. It was so hard cheering for all of them because we knew people in all categories…Everybody deserves to win!”
Comments on social media show that folks in the Enid community truly appreciate the businesses and organizations highlighted
in Best of Enid. Enchanted Beauty Wellness Spa fan Shellie Weber wrote, “Very well deserved! Definitely servant hearts and the BEST!” while Park Avenue customer Tara Hutson chimed in with, “Congratulations! Well deserved! Thank you for all you do to help our community.” And scrolling through the comments for the pages of Leonardo’s Children’s Museum or Da Vinci’s Coffeehouse—who won Best Children’s Party Spot and Best Coffee Shop, respectively—it was nothing but kudos, congratulations, and well wishes from the public at large.
When speaking with Christina from Wolf Collective Photography, she said that “Photography is another medium to tell stories.” In its own way, the Best of Enid is a kind of living anthology of stories, which on the face of it can seem very different from one another. For example, at first glance, it may seem that there are exactly zero similarities between Best Restaurant winner Sandy’s Tacos and Dudes Men’s Store, which won Best Boutique. But scratch the surface and you find that they do have things in common. Both the taco joint and boutique must provide a good product or neither would last long enough to survive the first round of voting, let alone years in Enid. Not only must they provide products that Enid folks want, but they also have to do it well. Great customer service is a key ingredient to success, and in fact, one that was highlighted by many of the award winners, most of whom went out of their way to thank their team.
The third annual Best of Enid event was a night to remember. And as we look forward to next year, we’re excited at the evening’s success and grateful to all of the behind-the-scenes hard work that made it happen. The night would have been impossible without the incredible community here. It was the people and organizations of Enid who made the event such a success, with special thanks to the event’s sponsors! The Best of Enid 2024 Gold Sponsors included Natural Remedies MMJ, Ediger’s Diamonds, Unleashed Pet Grooming, Park Avenue
Thrift, and The Commons, and this year’s Silver Sponsors included Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home and Crematory, Healthy Smiles, Schoonover Agency Tax Preparation, American Cannabis Company, and Sandy’s Tacos.
In the end, though, a Gold or Silver Sponsorship wasn’t required, nor was a Table Sponsorship. What was mandatory and what made the entire spirited competition possible was Enid’s general public and the many organizations who so proudly serve this community. As Enid Monthly publisher Rober Faulk said, “This is the 3rd year of the Best of Enid Awards Show, and it could not have gone better. We are just happy to highlight great local businesses and give them an opportunity to come and have a good time with their staff and other businesses around town. We had more votes than ever before and are so excited we get to do this for the community!” We’d like to give a special thanks to every individual and business that helped make the night possible, whether you nominated someone, voted, run a business in town, or came out to celebrate everyone’s success, you made the night possible. Here’s to next year!
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When You Require Surgery, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center Should Be Your Hospital of Choice
If you or someone in your family needs an inpatient or outpatient surgical procedure, the Surgery Department at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center can help. The department is equipped with advanced technology and is committed to using techniques that help lower infection rates and encourage faster healing.
David W. Shepherd, MD, and Craig M. Bozeman, MD, general surgeons with St. Mary's Physician Associates, talk about surgical options at the medical center.
What is general surgery?
General surgery involves all parts of the body, including the neck, abdomen, esophagus, liver and more. General surgeons are trained in a broad range of surgical procedures including emergency surgery, pediatric surgery, surgical oncology and more.
What is minimally invasive surgery?
Minimally invasive surgery involves a variety of techniques to operate with less damage to the body than with open surgery. In general, minimally invasive surgery is associated with less pain, a shorter hospital stay and fewer complications. Other advantages of minimally invasive surgery can include greater surgical precision, less trauma, less blood loss and reduced risk of infection.
What is a laparoscopic procedure?
Laparoscopy is surgery done through one or more small incisions, using small tubes and tiny
cameras and surgical instruments and was one of the first types of minimally invasive surgery. It is a common type of surgery that is used to check for problems in the abdomen or a woman's reproductive system.
What is robotic surgery?
Another type of minimally invasive surgery is robotic surgery, also called robot-assisted surgery. It provides a magnified, 3D view of the surgical site and allows surgeons to perform complex procedures with more precision, flexibility and control than is possible with conventional techniques. Robotic surgery is usually associated with minimally invasive surgery — procedures performed through tiny incisions.
What are some of the common surgical procedures you perform at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center?
• Appendectomy: The appendix is removed when it becomes swollen or infected, which is called appendicitis. An infected appendix can burst and leak bacteria into the abdomen. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
• Colon and rectal surgery: Common conditions treated include hemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses and infections. Patients can also be treated for many inflammatory bowel conditions, such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis and cancer.
• Gallbladder removal: A thin tube called a laparoscope and other instruments are used to see inside the abdomen and remove the gallbladder. You may need to have your gallbladder removed if you have gallstones or other forms of gallbladder disease.
• Gynecologic surgery: These include hysterectomy, or the removal of a woman's uterus, and tubal ligation, a procedure in which a woman's fallopian tubes are surgically closed to prevent conception and pregnancy.
• Hernia repair: A hernia occurs when internal organ or tissue bulges through a weak area in the belly wall or groin. A combination of muscle
weakness and straining, such as heavy lifting, may cause hernias. Surgeons at St. Mary's can use the da Vinci® Surgical System to correct hernias.
What happens before surgery?
At St. Mary’s, you will be scheduled to speak with or see the pre-operative nurse before the scheduled surgery date. The pre-op nurse will review your medical information including medications. It is essential that the surgeon and anesthesiologist know the medications you are taking, including over-the-counter supplements. Please bring a list of your medications or your medication bottles to your pre-op appointment. After reviewing your medical information, the pre-op nurse will provide important information regarding your surgery.
What happens the day of surgery?
You will be asked to arrive two to three hours before your scheduled surgery time. During this time period, an IV will be started and the necessary preparation for surgery will be completed. The anesthesiologist and surgeon will also visit with you. Once surgery begins, family members will be able to track the surgery's progress in the waiting room. The nurse will also provide updates. When the surgery has been completed, the surgeon will speak to your family in one of our consultation rooms. After the surgeon has talked to the family, they may meet the patient in the assigned post-op room.
To make an appointment with Dr. Shepherd or Dr. Bozeman at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, call 580-249-3898.
Individual results may vary. There are risks associated with any surgical procedure. Talk with your doctor about these risks to find out if minimally invasive or robotic surgery is right for you.
Physicians are on the medical staff of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website.
David W. Shepherd, MD Craig M. Bozeman, MD
Adult Book Review
by Chloe Fuksa, Putnam Six Bookstore
Epic Bike Rides of the World
Author: Lonely Planet
While I know this July marks the beginning of the Olympics, if you’re a cycling fan like me, July also means the Tour de France. I watch as many stages as I can every year, and it is a bucket list item of mine to ride the route at least once in my life. I don’t foresee a last-minute trip happening this summer, so I picked up Lonely Planet’s Epic Bike Rides of the World as a good alternative for now.
This book features 200 routes in total: 50 main ones from all different regions of the world, and then for each one of those, three more routes that follow a similar theme, like lake rides, river rides – even literary rides! The routes range from Vermont to Scotland to New Zealand, and they include different styles, like road riding, mountain biking, city circuits, bikepacking, and more. You can dream of a Bavarian beer ride through Germany, a ride from Cairo to Cape Town in Africa, or perhaps a family-friendly ride around Cape Breton Island in Canada.
Epic Bike Rides of the World was first released in 2016, and while there are some details like expected weather and lodging suggestions, this feels more like an exciting overview, not a true guide book for an actual trip. The hardback version of this book would make a superb coffee table book though, whether for yourself or as a gift to someone else. I think the maps could have been presented better, but overall, the pictures are fantastic, the snippets of writing are interesting, and you’ll certainly be inspired to dream some dreams, whatever route that looks like for you.
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Young Adult Book Review
Reviewed by Chloe Fuksa, Putnam Six Bookstore
The Getaway List
Author: Emma Lord
If you ever dreamt of going to New York City after graduation and crossing things off your bucket list, this book is for you. Emma Lord is the author of five young adult novels, the latest one being The Getaway List, released in January 2024. It’s a coming-ofage story, and while some parts seemed a little unrealistic to me, it is a cute, breezy summer read.
After feeling too controlled and confined in high school, Riley decides to visit NYC after she graduates – one, so that she can finally dictate her own adventures, and two, so that she can reunite there with her best friend, Tom. The two of them made a bucket list years earlier but could never do the things on it since Tom had to move away. Now, they can ride their bikes around the city, go on a camping trip,
take a writing class, and more. They make new friends along the way too and have chances to figure out what their future looks like after the summer.
Now, just as a helpful tip, Emma Lord’s writing style took me awhile to get used to. Sometimes it seemed like one sentence was trying to cover three or four separate things. I had to slow down my reading speed at first, but I did get into a better rhythm as I went along. As well, some of the references that the characters made went right over my head, but I just chalked that up to me not being a teenager. I did really enjoy the friendship between the characters and how well it was written, and the little bit of romance in the book was clean and sweet. Lord is actually releasing her adult debut novel next month, and while The Getaway List is certainly not a perfect book, I did enjoy it enough that I’ll pick up Lord’s next one too (maybe I won’t feel my age quite as much).
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I A FAULK Youth Leadership Greater Enid Summer Camp
Hey Y’all, and welcome back to Teen Scene in Enid Monthly. This past June, I had an amazing opportunity to attend the Youth Leadership Greater Enid summer camp for 4 days and 3 nights. Since this camp is for Teens, I wanted to share my experience with you so you can encourage your teen to apply, or if you are a teen, encourage you to go!! Let's go!!
On the very first day of camp, we were ready to start our adventure as soon as we got to Autry. All of us kids got to meet each other, introduce ourselves, and got a rundown of everything we would be doing. Then we started our day off strong and went to see the BTS (editor’s note: behind the scenes) of a local business, Downtown Threads. We got a free T-shirt, (it is really cute), a tour of the whole building, and the com-
plete and complicated process the employees must do daily. Next, we traveled to Dense Mechanical and got to meet a few of the employees and even the owner!! They were all so nice and welcoming, and we got to learn a lot about things that are a necessity in our homes that we had no clue about. After Dense, we went all the way out to Tyson Foods and saw the whole process, from raw meat to Jimmy Dean Sausage in a labeled box. It was an interesting and eye-opening experience. Over lunch at the beautiful Cafe Volare, Mrs. Reed from Autry gave us lots of useful advice for our resumes and interviews. After lunch, we went to one of the most beautiful houses in Enid, THE CHAMPLIN MANSION! It was so beautiful and historic and was one of my favorite things we did. Then we headed to the Gaslight Theatre and participated in a mock media/crisis panel. I wasn’t one of the team leaders, so I didn't have to speak, but it was definitely nerve-racking having adults press you and ask stern questions about a story you just read. Overall, it was a great experience, and I learned a lot. To conclude our first day, we went to Main Street Enid and did a downtown scavenger hunt!! It was pretty easy but was definitely a blast. We ate dinner at the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation and learned a lot about what they do then ended up at our hotel.
I have so much to tell you, but not enough space to write it all, SOOOOO come back next month to hear about the rest of my amazing journey at camp! Also, thank you for reading this month's article. I hope you enjoyed it!! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for upcoming articles, email me at tweensceneenid@gmail.com I would love to hear if you applied for YLGE, so email me for that too! I hope you have an amazing July and a Happy 4th! See you next month for Pt. 2 of YLGE!!
American Dreams
If you Googled “What is the American Dream?”, the first thing that pops up is that it is a belief that anyone can attain their own version of success in a society where upward mobility is possible for everyone. So, what does that mean to you? Are you working to fulfill a lifelong goal to build a home to raise your family? Are you striving to become a top executive before you turn 45? Or maybe you want to get out of your boring day job and start your own business where you can be your own boss and grow as fast (or as slow) as you want to. Whatever your dream is, momentumHQ is here to provide you with the space and tools you need to keep that momentum going leading to your own version of success.
The mHQ Crew is ready to help you tackle your dreams by guiding you to have your own office space that you can use exactly how you want. Do you need a professional conference room with a large TV for presentations to small groups to help you succeed? Or maybe you need access to a soundproofed room with podcast capabilities to jump your business forward. It’s possible you need both on occasion. At momentumHQ, we can tailor your business mem-
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Not everyone’s idea of a good time is managing the content, verbiage, and time it takes to run social media for their business. Some people don’t know the right words to say or when the best time to post things are or what to focus on in any given post. It can be daunting and overwhelming on top of everything else that needs to be managed. This is where Happy Hour Marketing steps in. Nicole thoroughly enjoys creating content calendars for all types of social media that has focused messaging and imagery to encourage brand awareness and business reach.
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First Impressions Matter!
To fetch top dollar for your home, you’ll need to make your property look its best—inside and out. First impressions can have a huge impact on a home buyer. It can also increase a property’s sale price, putting more money in your pocket at closing.
Level up your Landscaping…
A manicured lawn goes a long way. In fact, well-landscaped exteriors are proven to increase a home’s perceived value significantly. Clean things up by pruning hedges, pulling weeds, adding a fresh layer of mulch, and planting colorful flower beds.
New Hardware is easy….
A new door handle or knocker can further improve the look of your front door. Choose a durable and contemporary finish, such as chrome, stainless steel, or zinc. For an extra layer of security, consider also installing a video doorbell, a desired feature for many of today’s home buyers.
House numbers count…
It may seem like a small detail, but house numbers are often one of the first things that buyers notice when pulling up to a new house. If your house numbers look outdated or faded, replace them with a typeface that compliments your home's architecture.
Light it up…..
Replacing dated exterior light fixtures with new ones can help modernize your house’s appearance. Adding path lighting can also make a welcoming impression. Solar pathway lights can be a smart, inexpensive option if your property gets good natural light.
Under Pressure….
Rent a pressure washer and do a deep clean of your home’s exterior, driveway, porch, sidewalk, and pathways by using a pressure washer. If you don’t have your own, renting one can be a low-cost alternative and money well spent to freshen up your home and quickly increase curb appeal.
You've got mail….
If your current mailbox looks old and shabby, it’s time to replace it. Small mailboxes are inexpensive, so this is an easy must-do before putting your home on the market.
Good fences make good neighbors…
Start at the top….
Some buyers may interpret clogged gutters as a sign that your home has been poorly maintained. Removing leaves, twigs, and other debris from gutters is a task you can accomplish on your own or hire a professional.
A charming white-picket fence can be an inviting exterior addition to any home. However, it’s got to be freshly painted and standing strong to have the proper effect. Carve out some time to apply a fresh coat of paint and dress it up with some plantings around the posts.
Maintaining the outside of your home contributes to a sense of community and betterment in your neighborhood. Ready to boost your house’s curb appeal? Take these steps to make your home’s exterior shine!
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JULY 1 – 5
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Leonardo’s Summer Discovery Camp: Discover Food
Leonardo’s Children’s Museum (200 E. Maple)
JULY 2 – 31
10 am – 5 pm
From Our Hands Exhibit
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (507 S. 4th St.)
JULY 2
6:30 pm
Trivia
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 3
3:15 – 4:15
Sensory-Friendly
Family Day Spirit Express (3104 N. Van Buren, Bldg. B)
7:30 pm
Trivia Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
JULY 4
Enid’s 4th of July
Celebration Meadowlake Park (1200 W Rupe)
5:30 am: Fishing Derby
8:30 pm: Enid Symphony performance
9:30 pm: Fireworks
11 am – 12 pm
Veterans Coffee Social Oklahoma Military History Exhibit (4125 W. Owen K Garriott)
Enid's Enid's E-vents E-ventsE-vents
July Events
5 – 8 pm
Enid Geeks Game Night Springhill Suites (5815 KL Drive)
6 – 8 pm
Trivia
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
6 – 8 pm
SINGO
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
JULY 5
All Day Free Coworking Friday and Open House Momentum HQ (1909 W. Garriott)
6 – 9 pm
First Friday Downtown Enid
6 pm
Live Music: The Revolt Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
JULY 6
8 am – 12 pm
Rowdy Stickhorse
Famers Market
Rowdy Stickhorse (626 S Hoover)
11 am – 3 pm
History Alive!
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (507 S. 4th St.)
Re-enactment characters portray life at the time of the Cherokee Strip Land Run of 1893
7:30 pm
Auto Racing at Enid Speedway: Sooner Late
Models Series
Enid Speedway (312 E. Oxford)
8 pm
Live Music: Midnight
Gambler Band
Moose Lodge (302 E. Purdue)
9:30 pm
Karaoke
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 8 – 12
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Leonardo’s Summer Discovery Camp: Discover Mad Science
Leonardo’s Children’s Museum (200 E. Maple)
JULY 9 11 am
Wordy Girl Creative Website Workshop Momentum HQ (1909 W. Garriott)
4 – 6 pm
Sensory-Friendly Family Nights
Leonardo’s Children’s Museum (200 E. Maple)
6:30 pm
Trivia
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 10
7:30 pm
Trivia
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
JULY 11 – 14
Big Fire Baseball Tournament
David Allen Memorial Ballpark (301 S. Grand)
JULY 11
5 – 8 pm
Enid Geeks Game Night
Springhill Suites (5815 KL Drive)
6 – 8 pm
Trivia
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
7:30 pm
SINGO
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
9 pm
RED’s Got Talent Auditions
RED (302 E. Maple)
JULY 12 – 14
Enid MAYB Basketball Tournament
Stride Bank Center (301 S Grand) and other locations throughout Enid
JULY 12
8:30 am
Working Women Breakfast Club Momentum HQ (1909 W. Garriott)
JULY 13
7 am – 12 pm
Enid Stampede Youth & Adult Triathlon
Champlin Swimming Pool (400 W. Cherokee)
6 pm
Live Music: Steven Harwood
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
7 pm
Live Music: Backstage Pass
Chicarros Happy’s Place (3030 N. Grand)
7 pm
DJ Dance w/Dale
Moose Lodge (302 E. Purdue)
7 pm
Enid Cars & Coffee Cruise Van Buren
8 am – 12 pm
Rowdy Stickhorse
Farmers Market
Rowdy Stickhorse (626 S. Hoover)
8 am – 12 pm
Mo’s Market (121 S. Main St. Waukomis)
10 am – 2pm
Sunset Plaza Second
Saturday
Sunset Plaza (610 S. Cleveland)
9:30 pm
Karaoke
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 14
2 pm – 7 pm
Downtown Bloody Mary Showdown and Bar
Crawl
The Spot Sports Pub, Enid Axe, Classic Club, The Alibi, P&T’s, PJ Champagne Bar and others!
JULY 15
3 – 7 pm
KOCO On the Road Series
Leonardo’s Children’s Museum (200 E Maple)
If you would like a free listing for your event, please email robert@enidmonthly.com by the 5th of the month PRIOR to your event! Events are as accurate as possible as of print date. Please see VisitEnid.org for any updates/changes, or scan this QR code.
12 pm
Business Book Club Momentum HQ (1909 W. Garriott)
5 – 8 pm
Enid Geeks Game Night
KOCO will broadcast its 4 pm, 5 pm and 6 pm newscasts from Adventure Quest. KOCO began in Enid as KGEO on July 15, 1954.
JULY 15 – 17
High Plains Baseball Series
David Allen Memorial Ballpark (301 S. Grand)
JULY 15 – 19
Leonardo’s Summer
Discovery Camp:
Discover: The Ocean Leonardo’s Children’s Museum (200 E. Maple)
JULY 15
5 – 8 pm
Sensory-Friendly
Family Night
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 16
11 am – 1:30 pm
Purses with Purpose
Stride Bank Center (301 S. Independence)
6:30 pm
Trivia
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 17
7:30 pm
Trivia
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph
JULY 18
11 am – 12 pm
Veterans Coffee Social
Oklahoma Military History Exhibit (4125 W. Owen K Garriott)
JULY 19 – 21
Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm
Sunday: 2 pm
Live Theater: Monty Python’s Spamalot
Gaslight Theatre (221 N. Independence)
Springhill Suites (5815 KL Drive)
6 – 8 pm Trivia
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
JULY 19
6 pm
Live Music: Stacy
Sanders
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
7:30 pm
SINGO
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph
7:30 pm
Turpin Tunes Gaslight Theatre (221 N. Independence)
9 pm
RED’s Got Talent Auditions RED (302 E. Maple)
JULY 20
7:30 am – 10 am
Woodring Regional Airport Breakfast Fly-In
Woodring Regional Airport (1026 S. 66th)
Annual spot-landing competition.
8 am
Enid Noon AMBUCS
Smokin’ Mud Volleyball Festival
CW Scooters (3630 N. Van Buren)
8 am – 12 pm
Rowdy Stickhorse
Farmers Market
Rowdy Stickhorse (626 S. Hoover)
8 am – 1 pm
Plaza Market
Stride Bank Center (302 S. Grand)
11 am – 3 pm
History Alive!
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (507 S. 4th St.)
Re-enactment characters portray life at the time of the Cherokee Strip Land Run of 1893
7pm
Live Music: Skeleton Station
Chicarros Happy’s Place (3030 N. Grand)
8 pm
Live Music: Lost River Band
Moose Lodge (302 E. Purdue)
9 pm
Live Comedy: Copenhagen Bandit RED (302 E. Maple)
9:30 pm
Karaoke
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 23
6:30 pm
Trivia Night
Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 24
7:30 pm
Trivia
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
JULY 25
5 – 8 pm
Enid Geeks Game Night
Springhill Suites (5815 KL Drive)
6 – 8 pm
Trivia
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
7:30 pm
SINGO
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
JULY 26 6 pm
Live Music: Rocky Kanaga
Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)
JULY 27
8 am – 12 pm
Rowdy Stickhorse Farmers Market
Rowdy Stickhorse (626 S. Hoover)
7 pm
DJ Dance w/Dale Moose Lodge (302 E. Purdue)
8 pm
Shades of Hunks
Stride Bank Center (302 S. Grand)
9:30 pm
Karaoke Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
9 pm
RED’s Got Talent Auditions RED (302 E. Maple)
JULY 26 – 27
7:30 pm
Live Theater: Monty Python’s Spamalot
Gaslight Theatre (221 N. Independence)
JULY 30
6:30 pm
Trivia Enid Axe (104 N. Independence)
JULY 31
7:30 pm
Trivia
Settlers Brewing Co. (202 E. Randolph)
Sweat Equity PLAINS of the “Live the Creed"
This time last year, Sports Performance Coach Lane Hendricks was just getting his feet under him having barely been hired, then being partly responsible for the summer training of several hundred Enid High Student Athletes. The good news was that he had an experienced partner in Coach Jana Robertson, who had a year under her belt. “The first year was interesting,” said Hendricks, “but I knew this was a dream job for me. Coach Robertson was really helpful, and we have great kids, so I just jumped right in.”
The same goes for this year – with some slight modifications. “This year we split all the sports into three sessions, instead of two, which has given us smaller groups,” said Robertson. “The kids seem to like the smaller groups, and we can get them more reps. Our first session starts at 7 am, so it’s pretty early, then we stagger after that getting done about 11:30.” With time divided between the weight room (strength) and the track and football field (conditioning and agility), Hendricks and Robertson are able to focus on the sports and areas they think will best help them succeed. Athletic Director Scott Mansfield states, “Our strength coaches are among the most talented in the state. Their expertise in knowledge, teaching, and motivation fosters an environment of growth that balances competition with individuality. They are an integral part of our success in building athletes and achieving excellence on the field.” And Robertson continues with, “Our goal is to avoid injuries and keep our kids healthy, first, and then to work on their mobility, stability, core strength, and all the things that will make our athletes perform better on the court or field.”
With three to four hundred kids every day, these two coaches could not do it on their own. “All of the head coaches (and a few assistant coaches) participate in helping Summer Pride, and we have 75-80% of our student-athletes that show up every week. Our coaches do a really good job encouraging their kids to come out and get better in the summer. Since it can’t be required, some teams have incentives for showing up every day. Football players get their names on their jerseys if they come every day, for instance.” Robertson said. Team bonding is also a draw for the kids, “They really like to see their teammates, and we try to vary the workouts and keep them engaged,” said Hendricks, “we relate the workouts to real life and how they can get better.” Mansfield says, “Two weeks into Summer Pride, we have seen strong and consistent participation from our athletes. They approach each workout with a positive mindset, maximizing every rep… While we are pleased with our current progress, we are committed to raising the bar each day.”
While they are proud of all their teams, Robertson has been very impressed with the Boys Soccer players recently, saying they have really “bought in” and the “upperclassmen have set high expectations for the team to get stronger and faster and do what needs to be done to get better.”
One thing both coaches know is that champions are built during the summer, and they are doing their best to get the Plainsmen and Pacers ready for the upcoming seasons.
BYDALE N MCVAY
THE LAW OF THE Land
Don’t Lay Your Trash on Oklahoma
Howdy folks! It’s me again, your ole’ lawyer here that would rather be a hunting or fishing guide. I’ve briefly touched on this subject before, but it just gets in my craw when I see trash on our beautiful landscape. I live on acreage north of town, and the trash that litters the ditch really irks me. While we pick it up, I see the same trash on my hunting/fishing leases. Beer cans, discarded fishing line, deer hunting corn sacks, and farmers bale wraps - it never ends.
I was taught at an early age to take care of the places we were allowed to go. Leave it better than when you found it. I don’t know how many campsites I’ve seen when people depart and just leave
trash everywhere for others (like me) to clean up. I’ve saved animals that had fishing string wrapped around them or plastic on their head. I simply don’t understand it.
It literally doesn’t take any time to simply throw away your trash in a dumpster or trash can. Quit being lazy and help us keep our state beautiful. A littering ticket can cost you up to $2000, and by golly if I see you litter, I’ll be the first to turn you in.
Rant over. Until next time, folks!
BYEMILY L EBARON
Cobb Salad & 7 Layer Bars NOW SERVING!
Hello friends! July brings get togethers with BBQs for the 4th and warmer temperatures! So, the desire to be in the kitchen is less, yet the need for preparing for a large crowd is more. From potlucks to four course meals, this month’s two recipes can be made ahead of time and kept at room temperature until serving to save refrigerator space! First, we have a classic Cobb salad, with ingredients sure to please a crowd. And to make it easier, most ingredients can be purchased premade and assembled later! Secondly, a classic Seven Layer Bar, aka “Hello Dolly”! These are so easy to customizemore or less than any ingredient of your choice!
Now Serving, Cobb Salad and 7 Layer Bars!
Cobb Salad
Serves 4
Ingredients
• 6 cups chopped Romaine or Iceberg lettuce
8 slices of bacon, crumbled
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
4 oz crumbled Feta
2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
4 hardboiled eggs, thinly chopped
2 sliced ripe avocados
2 tbsp chopped chives for garnish
Directions
In a large serving bowl or on a platter, place lettuce. Arrange remaining ingredients in lines. Garnish with chives and season with salt and pepper. Serve with your choice of dressing.
7 Layer Bars
Makes 16 bars
Ingredients
• 1 stick of melted butter
1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
1.3 cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped nuts
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup semi sweet chips
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
Directions
Preheat oven to 350. Combine butter and graham cracker crumbs in a small bowl until crumbs are coated. Press crumbs into the bottom of a 13x9 pan. Sprinkle remaining ingredients over graham crust, saving sweetened condensed milk for the top. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Allow it to cool, then cut it into bars and serve.
