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CONNIE STURGEON-HART If there is an area school, athletic group or organization that needs support, Connie is always willing to allow them in for Chick-fil-A “night outs”. Attending a local event in town? More than likely, you will see Chick-fil-A sponsoring in some capacity.

(Or at least have the “cow” make an appearance!) Connie’s support for 4RKids and the special needs youth and adults in our community is unmatched! Even with her busy schedule, she still finds time to volunteer on the Board of Directors at 4RKids and supports many other charity organizations locally. However, giving back to her community is not all that she does! There is so much more to Connie Sturgeon-Hart!

Is Connie a “Local Legend”? Absolutely! Very rarely do you enter Chick-fil-A or go through the drive-through without seeing Connie either helping her employees work in the back or out conversing with customers in the lobby. She leads her team as a servant leader and holds everyone to a high standard. Youths and adults want to work for her because they respect her leadership and willingness to get in the trenches with them when needed.

Connie is a woman with grit and determination and is not afraid to roll up her sleeves and put in the work!

I am proud to recommend Connie Sturgeon-Hart as a Enid LoWhen you say “Chick-fil-A” many people outside of Enid think of chicken sandwiches, nuggets, waffle fries, or incredibly great cal Legend! Friend, Family, Leader, Local Legend! service. But here in Enid, you can hardly find anyone that does not immediately think of Connie Sturgeon-Hart. She is not only a great Chick-fil-A operator but an amazing mother, grandmother, friend, community supporter and so much more! The story of how she became an “operator” is amazing in itself, but that is a story for another time.

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LETTER from the EDITOR Our cover story this month is about giving back during this holiRO K day season, and it got me thinking B E RT FA U L about all the amazing things that non-profits in our community do, and they couldn’t do it without help. Whether it be financial donations, in-kind donations, donations of time, donations of leadership, well wishes, or actual work, our local non-profits would not exist. The term “Oklahoma Standard” is thrown around a lot, and while we aren’t perfect, I would be surprised if there were many towns our size with as many active community organizations with the goal of helping others as we have. So next time you hear someone down talking Enid, remind them of the great programs we DO have here, and the big hearts of those that both run the organizations, but also support them. Happy ThanksGIVING, everyone!

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HOW TO GIVE BACK IN ENID So many of us know we are getting together with our loved ones this holiday season. We know we will have the best meals, a roof over our heads, and a kitchen to cook in. There are so many in our community who don’t have those same blessings in life. Have you ever wanted to do something small that has a big reward? Do you often wonder how you can contribute to those in need? Here are four amazing local organizations you can give to this Holiday season:

Loaves and Fishes

Loaves and Fishes has been a great resource for families in need for 10 years. In 2022 they partnered with United States Postal Carriers of Garfield County for a food drive that brought in over 24,000 pounds of food. Eisenhower Elementary School has been a great partner for Loaves and Fishes for the last four years. Eisenhower puts on a food drive every year from the beginning of October to

Loaves and Fishes Staff. This group goes above and beyond to make sure so many in our community is staying fed.

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RSVP

RSVP opened its doors on December 3, 1981 and has continued to be an advocate for senior citizens and is dedicated to providing a voice for those in need. RSVP gives a place for Enid’s seniors to gather and play games so they can socialize and have a warm meal.

RSVP also delivers meals to roughly 100 people every single weekday and delivers food boxes to 288 people once a month.

Loaves and Fishes pantry where customers get to come pick out what they need from the communities donations. the Beginning of November. The school makes a competition out of it between Pre-K-2nd and 3rd-5th grades. Last year Eisenhower donated over 550 pounds of non-perishable items. Eisenhower paved the way for the district to select Loaves and Fishes as the non-profit to donate to by all Enid Public Elementary Schools.

Loaves and Fishes is always in need of donations and volunteers.

Donated items can be dropped off Monday- Thursday 8:30A.M. 4:30 P.M. Non-perishable items can only be dropped off after hours in their outside bin located at 701 E. Maine St. Most needed items include boxed mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, canned pumpkin, green beans, and frozen turkeys (must be USDA approved). If you are looking to volunteer please visit their website at LoavesAndFishesNWOK.org or email info@loavesandfishes.org.

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RSVPs Seniors getting together to play Bingo!

At the Senior Center it is not about if a person is rich or poor, it is about making a connection. Most of their visitors are looking for friendships, people to have a conversation with, play pool or bingo or just have lunch. They have singles and married couples that range from their 60’s to 90’s. When some first come they may not interact or talk much but pretty soon they make eye contact, start to smile and begin coming earlier and leaving later because they have made

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that connection. It’s a powerful thing to see them grow stronger emotionally and physically.

The commodity box program is for seniors 60 and older. It provides a 40 pound box of food once a month to low-income seniors. If anyone is in need, they can call or go by the Senior Center or RSVP for an application. Another great program by RSVP is the mobile meal program. They serve approximately 100 people in our community.

Meals are delivered on a daily basis Monday through Friday. The meals are $67 per month and there is a scholarship fund for seniors with financial hardship. For many, it’s the only hot meal they receive in a day.

Also, the program provides the only personal contact that the client has all week.

RSVP also provides transportation for seniors that need rides to appointments in town. The Senior Center also has limited transportation for those that would like to attend but do not drive.

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Shepherds Cupboards hardworking and dedicated volunteers.

RSVP is hosting a Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Senior Center on November 22nd.

They would greatly appreciate all non-perishable donations. They want all their Seniors to have a Thanksgiving meal and to bring joy to their holiday season. They also want to have a Christmas gift for each of their seniors and would love gift donations. All donations can be dropped off at 605 N Van Buren or 202 W. Walnut. Volunteers are also needed year-round. Please call (580) 233-5914 or visit rsvpenid.org for more information on getting involved.

Shepherd’s Cupboard

If you have ever been to the pumpkin patch on Randolph then you have been to Shepherd’s Cupboard. Shepherds’ Cupboard has been a staple in Enid for 25 years. In October alone they fed over 143 families on the first Wednesday of the month. The first and second Wednesdays from 9 A.M. – 11 A.M. Shepherd’s Cupboard hands out bagged groceries to families in need. They do their best to make sure all families are provided with enough items and do not have to go hungry. They also like to keep their pantry stocked so if someone finds themselves in need, they are able to bag up enough groceries to make it through.

Willow View United Methodist is their biggest contributor and makes a recurring monthly donation. Tyson Foods charitably donates a lot of its meat products but they still need donations from the community. Perishable and Non-perishable items can be dropped off daily at 2418 W. Randolph Ave. They have a large need for all canned goods. If volunteering is more your style, please visit https://www. foodpantries.org/li/ok_73701_shepherds-cupboard.

YWCA

The YWCA has an amazing mission to help women survivors and their children. They help them to completely start over with all dayto-day items and food. Their goal is to start the survivors on a path of strength and dignity so when they do leave, they are confident in themselves and ready for their new start in life. The YWCA goes above and beyond to provide help and hope in the Enid community.

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The YWCA gives back to the community in so many other ways.

My Sister's Closet is a free program for the community. If a family or person is finding themselves in need, this program can help them start over. The YWCA also provides a program for youth who need formal wear, shoes and accessories for events such as prom called Project Cinderella. The YWCA offers a free counseling crisis hotline that can be reached 24/7 at (580) 234-7644. Furthermore, the YWCA has an LPC and social worker on staff who offers weekly individual and group therapy free to anyone in the community. This is an asset to Enid as there is a surge in mental health crises during the holiday season. They also offer several other programs that can be found at ywcaenid.com.

The YWCA tries to make the holiday season as normal and beautiful as possible for the survivors. To do that, they need donations of all kinds. Any and all food items are always needed and appreciated for the communal kitchen the survivors and their families share.

All hygiene products and clothing are needed as well. When donating clothing, the hope is for survivors to feel a sense of dignity and empowerment, so they like to offer women items in gently used or new condition. Gift cards to places such as TJ Maxx, Ross, Wal-Mart are another great option when donating, this gives the survivors the opportunity to shop for themselves and take back some control in their lives. Someone is always on-site at the YWCA to accept the gift cards. All donations can be dropped off at any time at their loading dock at 525 S Quincy St. Tax receipts are also available when they are checking the donations. Volunteers are needed in many different areas as well. Whether it be sorting food and clothes, being an advocate for the survivors, or general office work. Please reach out to their website or contact them at (580) 234-7581.

It’s small choices that make big impacts on the lives of others.

When you’re at the grocery store and see the turkeys in the freezer or canned goods on the shelf, consider buying an extra this time and donating it to Loaves and Fishes or Shepherds Cupboard. Walking around at Walmart gathering your weekly list, throw in a small gift for a Senior Citizen and donate it to RSVP. Ordering your deliveries online? This time, order a basic needs item and take it to the YWCA. This holiday season let’s take a moment to give back, nothing is too big or too small. Sometimes it is the items we take for granted that could change someone else’s life. This year I hope as a community we all have a Happy thanksGIVING.

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Have a Heart-Healthy Holiday Season

During the holidays, we often find ourselves outside of our normal routines. With parties, holiday feasts and busy schedules, it can be a challenge to stick to heart-healthy habits. John J. Bartolozzi, MD, a cardiologist at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, offers advice on enjoying the holidays while being heart smart.

Q. How can I eat healthy but still enjoy holiday meals and treats?

A. Keeping your weight in control is crucial for your heart. You can still enjoy holiday food without putting your heart at risk by gaining weight and consuming lots of sodium and saturated fats. Enjoy holiday treats in moderation while piling your plate with heart-healthy fruits and vegetables.

Q. How can I stay active during this busy time?

A. Physical activity gets your heart pumping, helps keep your weight in check and can decrease stress. If it’s cold outside, consider a brisk walk around the mall. The holidays are a great time to enjoy activities like hiking, biking or even dancing with family and friends.

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Q. I feel stressed during the holiday season. What are some things I can do to manage?

A. Stress can cause your blood pressure to rise. Make sure to get Mary’s Regional wishes you and your family a healthy, happy seven to nine hours of quality sleep. If your calendar is packed, lighten the load by deciding which activities and events you could skip. holiday season!

You can also consider breathing exercises or yoga for stress relief.

For a free physician referral, call 580-233-6100.

Learn more about our cardiology services at stmarysregional.com/heart Q. Should I limit my alcohol intake during the holidays?

A. Yes. Excessive drinking can raise your blood pressure and binge Physicians are on the medical staff of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, but, with drinking could lead to an irregular heartbeat, or atrial fibrillation (AFib). limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents All of that could lead to a heart attack. Moderation is key. Women should of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodalimit themselves to one drink per day and men should stop at two. tions and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website.

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HI! And welcome to the November Teen Scene column in Enid Monthly! This month is Thankgiving, so I was thinking about ways that I have given back and why it’s important to give back to our community. Giving back is one of the most helpful things you can do in a community, to a friend or even to a stranger. SO LET'S TALK ABOUT IT!!

Giving back is really important because you never know who or how many people you’ll bless. Even donating $5 to a local business or buying a simple item can mean so much to the owners or employees. In my opinion, there’s not a better feeling than making someone smile, especially when they are having a bad day.

I’ve given back in a few ways and you probably have to without even knowing! It could a simple act of kindness like holding the door for a stranger or helping out at a local shelter. My best friend Mallie would help out at one of our local shelters, Forgotten Ministries, and would get so excited about it. She loved going and helping fix plates and serve food, do their laundry, clean out lockers, and play games with the people there.

My friend Bree has also helped at the local Homeless shelter by serving food, making their beds, and helping clean the shelter. She also helps volunteer at her church sometimes. One thing she's done is clean up the road her church owns. She said she loves volunteering and makes it feel like she accomplished something not many people can say they’ve done. I’ve never helped out at a shelter but I think it would be really awesome to do one day.

Every time I make money, or get a present of money, I put 10% of it in a little piggy bank called “Give” and use the money to donate, or buy presents for friends and family. When I was younger I would donate to the ESPCA or the youth shelter and when I saw their faces when we handed them the donation it made me feel so sweet and special.

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Thank you for reading this month's article. I hope you enjoyed it!!

The month of November is known for ThanksGIVING so I hope you all have a great one! Remember if you have any questions, comments, or ideas on upcoming articles email me at tweensceneenid@ gmail.com I would also love to hear your experiences at giving back so email me for that too! I hope you all have an amazing November and a happy fall!!

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Adult Book Review

Reviewed by Chloe Fuksa, Putnam Six Bookstore

These Precious Days Author: Ann Patchett

These Precious Days, the latest work from author Ann Patchett, is a collection of 22 short stories, just released in paperback at the start of this month. There are a few pieces that are lengthier, but for the most part, each is well under twenty pages long.

Patchett is well known for many of her other works, including the novels Bel Canto and The Dutch House and the children’s book Lambslide.

Now, with These Precious Days, she is giving readers a memoir of sorts.

a book by its cover, Patchett has you covered there as well.

If you’re like this reviewer, short story collections aren’t normally the first thing you reach for. But this book was a really nice change of pace. You can pick it up whenever you have time and not have to worry as much about remembering a detailed plot or a web of characters. Some of the stories We read of the three fathers she’s had and the tattoo she dreamt of seemed to fall a little flat, but the majority are quite beautiful and rich. getting as a teenager visiting Europe. We learn how knitting helped her If you want a reading experience that feels like you’re sitting around a kick a bad habit and how her husband learned to fly a floatplane on a fireplace, late in the evening, listening to an old friend tell warm, funny, trip to Alaska. The most profound piece is certainly the one that shares moving stories of her life, These Precious Days is certainly that. its name with the title. In “These Precious Days,” Patchett shares this Visit us in Sunset Plaza or call 580-297-5089 to get your copy of lovely account of a friendship that arose with an utterly unique woman named Sooki. Plus, if you want to know what it’s like to, say, own a These Precious Days today! bookstore in Nashville, or what an author actually thinks about judging

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Children's Book Review

Reviewed by Chloe Fuksa, Putnam Six Bookstore

The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs Author: America’s Test Kitchen

Whether The Great British Baking Show is a family night mustwatch in your household or you just love the idea of your kiddos helping with Thanksgiving dinner this year, The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs would be a really neat addition to your cookbook collection. Created

by America’s Test Kitchen in 2019, this book has over 100 recipes for all sorts of baked goodies. The target age range is 8 years and up – and don’t worry, when adult supervision is needed, it is clearly noted.

pizzas, cookies, cakes, and pies.

Perhaps you’d like something simple, like banana and chocolate chip muffins or oatmeal chocolate chip cookies? Maybe something more difficult, such as Key Lime bars or a Roman-style focaccia?

How about pumpkin bread or a pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving?

The book begins with the fundamentals of baking, like how to melt butter, how to measure dry and liquid ingredients, how to use a toothpick to check for doneness. There are then six chapters, covering a variety of muffins, breads,

Visit us in Sunset Plaza or call 580-297-5089 to get your copy of The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs today!

This book is perfectly made for kids – bright, colorful pages; plenty of pictures; clear, easy-to-follow steps; and even helpful tips and scientific tidbits. Plus, each recipe is labeled beginner, intermediate, and advanced so kids can match up with their skill level without biting off too much. Everything is presented in a fun, lively manner that will get kids interested in baking and help them build up their confidence in the kitchen. And who knows, the next time they need cupcakes for their classroom or granola bars for their sports team, they can try to do it themselves!

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9 am-12 pm Enid Cars & Coffee: Christmas Gift Drive Blazes BBQ (1002 W. Willow)

7 pm Golden Girls and Grumpy Old Men Party RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple)

9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

NOVEMBER 3

9 am-5 pm Antiques & Handcraft Fair The Farm on Norman (1401 Norman Rd.)

9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

NOVEMBER 11

10 am-4 pm Return of the Rod Run Elks Lodge (700 W. Oxford)

9 pm Live Music: All Town The Spot (417 N. 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

NOVEMBER 7

12 pm Fundraiser: Cornhole Tournament for Coats for Kids Oakwood Country Club (1601 N. Oakwood Rd.) For more information contact Shannon Clayton (580) 231-2154

NOVEMBER 8

7 pm Karaoke!

RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple) 7 pm Trivia!

Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence) 9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

NOVEMBER 4-5

4 pm-9 pm Friday, 7 am-2 pm Saturday Mennonite Relief Sale Chisholm Trail Expo Center (111 W. Purdue) One of 46 held in the U.S. and Canada to raise money for the Mennonite Central Committee.

NOVEMBER 4

9 pm Live Music: The Peachtrees The Spot (417 N. Grand)

NOVEMBER 5

8 am-5 pm Enid Hamfest Amateur Radio Event Stride Bank Center (302 S. Grand) 9 am Veterans Appreciation Week: Ride to Remember Poker Run Woodring Regional Airport (1026 S. 66th St.)

12 pm- 2 pm Book Signing: Amy Prokopis Putnam Six Bookstor (610 S. Cleveland) 7 pm-9:30 pm Enid SPCA Annual Festival: Adventure Awaits Chisholm Trail Expo Center (111 W. Purdue) 7 pm Live Music: Stacey Sanders Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)

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6:30 pm Veterans Appreciation Week: Legacy Award Ceremony Stride Bank Center (302 S. Grand) Be among the first to see an authentic Huey Helicopter that flew in Vietnam.

6 pm-11 pm Taste of St. Joe’s Stride Bank Center Grand Ballroom (301 S. Independence) Fundraiser for St. Joseph’s Catholic School 7 pm All White Party RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple) 7 pm Live Music: Dan Martin Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)

6:30 pm Veterans Appreciation Week: Operation Yellow Ribbon Kickoff Stride Bank Center (302 S. Grand) 10 am Veterans Appreciation Week: Tree Planting & POW Honor Ceremony Vance AFB (1601 Fox Dr.)

NOVEMBER 9

11 am-2 pm Veterans Appreciation Week: Veterans Day Luncheon First Baptist Church (401 W. Maine) For Veterans and a guest 7 pm Karaoke!

RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple)

NOVEMBER 10

7 pm Trivia!

Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)

NOVEMBER 12

9 am-4 pm Vance Spouse’s Club Holiday Marketplace Chisholm Trail Expo Center (111 W. Purdue) 11 am Parade: A Salute to our Veterans Parade Downtown Enid 12 pm- 2 pm Book Signing: Kent McInnis Putnam Six Bookstore (610 S. Cleveland)

9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

NOVEMBER 15

5 pm-7 pm Kids’ Cookies & Crafts Workshops The Farm on Norman (1401 Norman Rd.)

NOVEMBER 16

7 pm Karaoke!

RED Nightclub (302 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.

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150 W. Park Ave. 140-ft tree decorated with 25,000 lights and 10,000 ornaments, will stand through January 3

7 pm Trivia!

Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)

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

9 pm Live Music: Beautiful Disaster The Spot (417 N. Grand)

7 pm Live Music: Stacey Sanders & Ben Blankenship Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence)

5:30 pm Enid Young Professional Network @ Nite Location TBD

9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

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Holidays on Ice in Downtown Enid (400 S. Independence) Hours: Monday-Thursday 3 pm-9 pm Friday 3 pm-11 pm Saturday 12 pm-11 pm Sunday 12 pm-9 pm

10 am-4 pm Pop Ups on Park St. Park St. Event Venue (150 W. Park St.)

4 pm – 7:30 pm Fundraiser: Holiday Dinner Enid Oddfellows Lodge (2920 E. Cypress) 4-12 years ($5), adults ($10), under 3 (free) 4 pm-7 pm City of Enid Parks & Rec present Parents’ Night Out Champion Gym (700 N. 10th St.) Drop off the kids for an evening of arts, crafts, games and fun

7 pm Party: Thanksgiving Eve Bash RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple)

9 pm Live Comedy Show Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence) Tickets at www.enidbrewing.com

NOVEMBER 24

7:30 am Turkey Trot 5K and 1-mile Fun Run DaVinci’s Coffeehouse (2315 W. Willow) $35 for 5K, $25 for fun run

NOVEMBER 25-26

10 am-5 pm The Market Neighborhood Shops Stride Bank Center Grand Ballroom (301 S. Independence) Holiday craft show

NOVEMBER 25-27

10 am-5 pm Friday & Saturday, 1 pm-5 pm Sunday Christmas at the Farm Red Bird Farm (8812 N Hwy. 81) U-CUT Christmas trees, pre-cut trees, wreaths, petting zoo, gift shop

6:45 pm-8:45 pm Date Night Pie & Mocktail Tasting Event The Farm on Norman (1401 Norman Rd.)

NOVEMBER 19-20

9 am-6 pm Saturday, 11 am-5 pm Sunday Home for the Holidays Home and Garden, Craft and Gift Show Chisholm Trail Expo Center (111 W. Purdue)

7 pm Live Music: Born in November RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple)

7:30 pm Enid Symphony Orchestra presents Kelsey & Michael D’emilio Enid Symphony Center (301 W. Broadway) 7 pm Great Gatsby Party RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple) 7 pm Live Music: Rocky Kenaga Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence) 9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

NOVEMBER 29

7 pm Dinner & Dominos Enid Oddfellows Lodge (2920 E. Cypress)

NOVEMBER 25

NOVEMBER 30

7 pm Lighting Ceremony for The One Enid: World’s Largest Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree

9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

4:30 pm-8 pm Enid Lights Up the Plains Downtown Enid Lights Parade, Vendors, Fireworks

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7 pm Karaoke!

RED Nightclub (302 E. Maple)

7 pm Live Music: Stacey Sanders, Lacey Saunders & Kalo Enid Brewing Co. (126 S. Independence) 9 pm Karaoke (No Cover) The Lounge @ Ramada (21+) (3005 W. Garriott)

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Welcome to November friends! Time to get the ole’ shotguns out of the safe and get them dusted and oiled up as bird season is near.

If you are like me, you might even go as far as setting up the wobble trap or getting your hand-held clay pigeon thrower and get back into muscle memory mode.

While I certainly like rifles and handguns, shotguns are king. Out of all I own, my favorite is an old Remington 870 pump 16 gauge. Why, you ask, when I have several that are worth significantly more? Because my father gave it to me.

It’s even more special because it’s the first gun he owned. He bought it when he was 16 years old brand new after making money selling newspapers in Greensburg, KS (my birthplace). While shells are sometimes difficult to find, I enjoy utilizing it rather than just letting it sit in a safe. It’s still in excellent shape. My folks bought my first shotgun for me (I used my dad's others growing up) ss a high school graduation gift. A semi-automatic Remington 1187 Premier. Boy, it was a step up from the old pump actions.

While I still love Remington shotguns, I suppose it’s safe to say I’ve moved on to Brownings. I love the new A5 (and the vintage ones) and typically hunt pheasant with it. It’s light, sleek and simply beautiful. I shoot trap with an old-school Browning BT-99 from the 70s. I enjoy the real wood stock significantly more than the synthetic stock of today. I was lucky enough to find this beauty in a gun store in Duncan, OK. True to its name (trap gun) it improved my trap shooting significantly after only previously using field guns.

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If you struggle with trap more than skeet or sporting clays, give a trap gun a try.

I shoot a Browning Citori 725 with extended chokes for skeet and sporting clays. The over/under is suited perfectly and if you are in the market I’d absolutely suggest you check out this make/model.

I have several Brownings and have never had a single issue with any of them (with proper maintenance, of course). Occasionally I'll shoot a Winchester 101 I was also lucky to find brand new in the box (also from the 70s) which is another stellar shotgun.

Finally, my quail gun preference is a 20-gauge Browning Citori over/under I snagged from a local Chisholm celebrity (thanks Royden!) Shortly after purchasing it, he told me that selling it was one of the dumbest things he’s ever done.

Knowing him, I suspect he hasn’t made too many mistakes in his life but glad he made this one.

While these are my shotguns of choice, (we’ll talk turkey, rabbit and waterfowl guns in a later article) the key is to find one suitable for you. Go to a gun shop and ask to hold several different types, barrel lengths, etc. Determine what gauge you need (will depend on what you are shooting) as there are 10, 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauges. Figure out proper maintenance and thoroughly clean after each use and they’ll last you a lifetime. Until next time friends, keep the lead flyin’ and I’ll see ya around the bend.

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September 30th brought OBA a new inductee to it’s Wall of Christian Commitment, Clellie Richards. At the commitment ceremony, former OBA Headmaster Paul MacDonald remarked of Mr. Richards, “No one deserves to be on this wall more.”

required 10 hours of building and maintaining the field to be on the team, oldest son Caleb’s class of 2002 logged over 100 hours to complete it before their graduation. He and son Clancy worked one summer to position lockers and building the north hall coat and backpack hangers. In OBA inaugural football Mr. Richards began his 26-year ten- season Mr. Richards constructed the first set of ure with OBA in April of 1995. First as the football bleachers with school dad, Rick Robgroundskeeper and maintenance then as erts, in less than two weeks. junior high science and Bible teacher. Mr. Richards reflects, “the next 26 years were exciting and blessed years, dependent upon the commitment of my wife Ginger and the partnership of my three children.” Mr. Richards cherishes the role OBA played in shaping all three of his children’s relationship with the Lord that continues to flourish into their adulthood.

Mr. Richards began teaching high school life sciences in 2002 when the Advanced Learning wing was added. Mr. Richards took on the challenge of teaching AP Biology where 14 years of students were prepared to thrive in biological science degrees and careers. Although his students achieved impressive AP and ACT scores, he says his “biggest blessing of how God used his students’ experiences and relationships to help him mature in his own personal relationship with the Lord.” Senior and former student of Mr. Richards, Clara Caldwell, remembers with admiration, “We saw his dedication to the school, his love he had for his children and OBA, and how he gave everything his all.”

Mr. Richards grew up in Christian home developing a strong work ethic on the family farm in the Panhandle. Success in basketball and VoAg led to scholarship at NEO A&M and OSU where met his wife Ginger. With a degree in animal science and ag education, Mr. Richards taught 12 years in Wakita as Ag Science and FFA instructor. While in Wakita, the Richards children were born: Caleb, Kala and Clancy. While attending Bethel Hawley Baptist Church, Mr. Richards became convinced of the value of Christian education and moved his family to Enid to attend Emmanuel Christian School and OBA.

Mr. Richards learned to measure student success by how well they learned to serve the Lord, regardless of academic and athletic abilities. The professional teaching legacy that Mr. Richards leaves to future generations of teachers and students is not his students impressive academic scores or state championships but is his ability to inspire his student to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ through his science classrooms, fields, and court. In his commitment ceremony speech, Mr. Richards closed by saying, “I don’t want you to remember me, I want you to remember what God has done.” Mr. Richards, OBA thanks you for your many years of commitment and dedication to the Lord and Christian education!

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Mr Richards poses with the class of 2023, his last class to have in the OBA classroom.

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Gardening in Oklahoma may slow down, but never stops. Whether you are a lawn care guru, an overall-wearing vegetable gardener, a bush and tree pruner or a flower aficionado, there is always something in the garden to tend to.

grow perennial garden plants such as asparagus or rhubarb, or you have flower bulbs, give those a good watering once or twice a month throughout the winter. Water 24 hours before a freeze. This will help to prevent winter freeze and plant death. Now is also a good time to make any repairs to raised beds.

If you have a vegetable garden, harvest your remaining garden herbs in early November to dry for use later. Tomatoes may still be producing right up until the first frost. Collect any green tomatoes and store them in a cool, dry location in wooden or cardboard boxes in single layers with newspaper or straw between the layers. Check them daily and use them as they ripen. You may have fresh tomatoes through January! Many root vegetables can be harvested right up until the first frost, as well. Remember the stories of the land runners who made do with turnips that whole first winter?

If you want to add trees to your landscaping, November is the month to plant them. Wait until after the first frost, but before the soil gets frozen.

Roots grow when the soil temperature is above 40 degrees. Ball and burlapped plants can be planted now, too. The root systems of fall-planted trees and shrubs will have an opportunity to develop and become established now and can take advantage of a growth surge in the spring. Remember to water thoroughly to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets.

Do not fertilize after planting, though, as it can burn the root system. Also, not all trees and shrubs should be planted at this time. Bare root plants should be planted in late winter when they are completely dormant.

Keep mulch away from the base of trees as it promotes rot and diseases. Prune back existing trees and shrubs, except for spring-flowering shrubs. Wait until after they flower in the spring. Remember to compost all those dead heads, pulled weeds, grass clipping and chipped trimmed branches. Dampen them to help with decomposition through the winter. Be cautious to keep diseased plants, leaves and pine needles out of your compost.

Once you have harvested all the vegetables and herbs, turn to the flower gardens. Plant spring-blooming bulbs such as irises, daffodils, day lilies, tulips and hyacinths. Deadhead and prune back dead tips and leaves and spindly growth on flowering bushes. Pull out any remaining weeds. Till compost into both vegetable gardens and flower beds. Protect the beds with about two inches of mulch or straw. The Oklahoma wind still dries out our red dirt lawn and gardens, so if you

Lastly, as those chores begin to slow down, winterize your gardening tools. Drain fuel from power equipment before winter storage. Drain and store water hoses. Wrap hydrants and outdoor faucets. Clean and sharpen gardening tools. Coat metal surfaces with a thin film of oil or spray lubricant to prevent rust. Then sit back, peruse the seed catalogs to plan your gardens for next year and enjoy Jack Frost nipping at your nose.

The first week of November is a great time to fertilize cool-season grasses one last time this season. Control those weeds before spring by using a post-emergent broadleaf weed killer. Then use those fallen leaves in the lawn by mowing with a mulching mower.

The natural compost of decaying leaves will fertilize the soil in the yard throughout the winter months. It is also a good time for a soil test to correct nutrient deficiencies before winter.

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Enid High School has a new basketball coach this year with a new vision for the program, and with the new vision, he hopes a new level of success. “I’m really looking forward to this season,” Coach Jonathan Reed said, “we have started to change the culture, and hopefully that turns into more wins on the Court.”

Coach Reed has coached at several different levels of basketball from high school to the pros, and is most well known around Enid as the Team Market Owner of the Enid Outlaws professional basketball team. “The Outlaws came out of the work I have done as the owner of “On Point Hoops” a development program for guys out of high school to get to college or the pros. I’ve also coached at Piedmont, Western Heights, Central Florida College (Jr. College) and in Ireland, so I have a good idea of what kind of system I’d like us to run here in Enid.” Coach Reed said.

Before they even hit the practice court, Coach Reed emphasized that he wanted a certain culture and attitude for his team, both on and off the court. “We, as coaches, are going to hold these young men accountable every day. I am excited that every coach of ours but one is in the building teaching, so we see these guys every day. We are visible and making sure they are taking care of their business so they stay eligible, one, and to develop them as young men EHS can be proud of.

Doing things the right way off the court turns into success on the court.”

at Oklahoma Christian and while we didn’t win all our games we were competitive and it gave me a good idea of what we were going to be working with. We are going to start with a tough man-to-man defense first, which leads to offense. On offense, we will push when we are able, but pull back and run our half-court offense if a good play isn’t there. Our offense is equal opportunity and free-flowing. I want them to pass the ball and take open shots. Our strength will probably be in transition and in the paint. We are still looking for some consistency and someone to really step up shooting the ball from distance so we can stretch the floor a bit.”

While the team does have some returning players, Coach Reed predicted there could be some new faces. “Right now I am really impressed with our Power Forward Tre Davis (Sophomore) and Center Evante Warren (Senior). They are kids that really like to bang around and should be really good around the rim. Junior Guard Ayden Iverson is another guy that has stood out. He’s an explosive guard that shares the ball and plays hard. He’s got a developing shot, that is just getting better. I’m also excited about Junior Brandon Sears. He’s really put in the work over the summer and had a great preseason and a great attitude. We are still figuring it out, but he will play a role for us this year.”

With the newcomers and the guys Reed has returning, this year’s As far as his plans on the court, Coach Reed said “I got to know a lot basketball team has some lofty goals. They are excited to put on a of the players and their games over the summer. We did a team camp show for Enid.

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Selling your home can be challenging—not only are you parting with a place that you call home, but you're also hoping that someone loves it as much as you do. On top of all that, it can also be financially draining and work-intensive to get it “market ready.”

It will be good news to most hearing you don't have to make big, expensive changes to your home in order to encourage higher offers.

The secret is turning your home into a blank slate so that prospective buyers can see what their own vision would look like. Most buyers will positively react to a fresh, clean house. Making a good first impression is important. This is easily done by removing clutter, and updating a few dated features. Here are a few simple recommendations to help sell your house for the highest price in the shortest amount of time.

Start with Landscaping — Curb appeal is extremely important. Painting the front door is one way to add appeal but it isn't the only thing you can do. Some simple accents can make a house seem so much more inviting. Grasses, wildflowers, and herbs can be an inviting change to the typical lawns that require upkeep. Adding mulch, rocks or ground cover will add dimension and color to existing landscaping.

Remember, First Impression is the Entry — The entrance will set the tone for what follows, so you want it to represent the style or mood that translates throughout the rest of the house. Whatever you see when you first walk in the door should be stunning. If you have a dated light fixture in there, change it to something simple and discreet.

Make Temporary Changes — While you don't want to go too crazy with changes, adding a few well-placed details can help spark the imagination of buyers. Peel-and-stick vinyl tiles are inexpensive and easy to install within a matter of hours. They are versatile enough not only to be used as flooring, but also as a kitchen backsplash or to give a bathroom some layers. They are also easily removed if the buyer is planning their own remodel.

Establish Your Style — Moving between many decorating themes can be disorienting, so reduce the variety as much as possible. Rugs are an easy way to ease the transition between two spaces, matching them throughout the house will add continuity between spaces. Other inexpensive changes include replacing curtains with blinds and painting a neutral color throughout.

“Finish” Strong — It's amazing how a few simple finishes will add appeal. Often listings with a few updated features such as faucets, and light fixtures sell higher than ones without because finishing touches are so important. Sleek faucets and plain matte finish light fixtures appeal to buyers. For the same reason, consider replacing plastic wall plates and cabinet hardware. It will add an updated feel and cleans up the look of the house. Lastly, inexpensive shutters added to the exterior often make a huge difference in curb appeal.

Neutralize — Personal touches are what make a house a home, but they can disrupt the buyer's vision of what theirs would look like. It is important for buyers to be able to envision their style in the house.

It should be easily relatable to a lot of people. High baseboards can make the walls appear taller and ceiling medallions can easily give a room some charm. Again, the importance of a “blank slate” or neutral color can not be emphasized enough.

Although each of these recommendations is important, it must be combined with competent and competitive pricing. Unlike many online resources, local Realtors are experts at comparing recent sales in the area. They not only have the computer resources but have laid eyes on recently sold properties which is a real benefit to landing the best price for a quick sale.

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Greetings! With the ever-evolving algorithms of social media platforms, it’s important to read up on big and small changes.

I aim to keep my finger on the pulse of digital marketing trends as much as possible. And as we look to wrap up the final months of 2022, there are some changes on the social media marketing horizon.

Perhaps the most significant is TikTok’s recent shake up.

TikTok Adds Photo Mode While Instagram has copied TikTok time and again, the tables have turned with TikTok’s new photo mode announcement.

Previously, TikTok has been purely entertaining reels, and a difficult space for businesses to navigate. (Who has the time?)

BUT, with Meta’s recent announcement, Messenger CTAs might make a comeback. The platform recently announced the following: “Typically, we show Click to Messenger ads to people who are most likely to initiate a conversation with a business on WhatsApp, Messenger or Instagram Direct. With this update, we’re introducing the ability for advertisers to run Click to Messenger ads which will reach the people who are most likely to make a purchase in a thread.”

This means potential for more leads that turn into customers from these ads. Maybe I’ll loosen up on my hard-fast rule here!

Twitter Launches Link Spotlight CTAs After wrapping up recent testing, Twitter has officially released spotlight links for business accounts.

This means you can add a call to action to your business profile!

Through the new release, users can post single images, or create image slides just like on Instagram, plus attach music to the slides.

Now, if the photo mode launch proves successful, TikTok becomes a true competitor to Meta in the promotional space. This makes room for unique ads and product promotions on TikTok - ones that business owners can more easily access and navigate.

Meta Changes “Send Message” CTA Ad Results One of my biggest pet peeves is seeing a boosted post on Facebook with a “send message” call to action.

First off, because it’s the automatic boost setting, it implies that the user added some funds to a post, and didn’t choose a specific audience or action to follow.

Second, does anyone really want to receive that many inquiries on Messenger? The dream CTA is a website visit, phone call, or even better, an automated sign-up or booking!

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The current options include: book appointment, listen now, make reservation, read now, see now, stream live, view menu and watch now.

The only drawback for business owners is that Twitter is only allowing specific domains to be used in these profile calls to action. The upside is there are options like YouTube and Calendly that allow for business promotions and booking options.

It will be interesting to see if this ultimately ups the use of Twitter for business in our region.

I wish you the best in your digital marketing efforts! If you’d like to chat more about the current tips and trends, shoot me an email at elizabeth@wordygirl.com.

Until next time.

Cheers, Elizabeth / Wordy Girl

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French Onion Soup Fall may be finally coming to Enid, and with cooler temperatures comes all of the soup recipes. One of my favorite soups is French Onion Soup.

The modern version of this soup originates in Paris, France in the 18th century, made from beef broth, and caramelized onions.

It was introduced to the United States by the New York restaurant of Henri Mouquin in 1861, where his wife Marie Julie Grandjean Mouquin was the chef.

My recipe below is a super modern version, using modern equipment, like the Instapot, and easy ingredients such as seasoned croutons instead of the traditional baguette slice. Also, since we have still been altering our diet to accommodate the Hubby's Alpha Gal Syndrome, I substituted the beef broth for chicken broth.

This recipe does call for red wine, and I recommend it!! However, I did learn from a good friend many years ago, ALWAYS cook with a wine that you would also drink. Don't cheat your recipe by purchasing the cooking wines from the condiment aisle at the grocery store. Of course, if wine is not your thing, good red wine vinegar or extra stock could be used as a substitute.

And don't be intimidated by the Instapot!!! While this is a wonderful addition to my kitchen, I understand that this invention is not for everyone. You can most definitely use a crockpot, or simply make this soup on the stovetop...just remember to cook low and slow to keep the robust flavor of the caramelized onions.

No matter how you decide to make this soup, try it!!! It is definitely worth it! Happy cooking!!!

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November Recipe Instapot French Onion Soup Ingredients • • • • • • • • •

5 large sweet onions 1/2 cup red wine 5 tbs butter 1 tbsp olive oil 5 cups beef broth 1 bay leaf 1 sprig thyme 1 cup Gruyere cheese Croutons

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Melt butter and mix with olive oil.

Add onions.

Cook on medium to low heat stirring often for 10-15 minutes.

Add 1 tbsp sugar.

Continue cooking on low for 30 minutes or until the onions are golden brown.

You can also do this in the instant pot on sauté.

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Add Caramelized onions to your instant pot.

Stir in broth and wine.

Add bay leaf and thyme.

Cook on manual high pressure for 5 minutes.

Do a quick release.

Turn your oven on broil.

In oven-safe bowls add onion soup.

Add a hand full of croutons to bowl and top with cheese.

Place in broiler until cheese melts about 2-3 minutes

*adapted from Recipes from a Nurse

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