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Letter from the Editor

VOL. 18 • NO. 6 • JUNE 2022

COVER STORY

SUMMER EVENTS GUIDE — Summer is here and that means the next few months are packed with all sorts of activities and events for you and your family. There's no better time to check out our Events Guide and plot your strategy for maximum summer fun.

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BEST OF MOORE AND SOUTH OKC MEET THE FINALISTS — The voting is over and the finalists are ready to be unveiled. Check out the top three in over 60 categories as we catch our breaths and prepare for a wild celebration and announcement of the winners in July.

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BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS

MNTC HELPS FILL CRITICAL JOBS — With the growing need for workers in critical jobs across the state, Moore Norman Technical Center is poised to help local workers gain the skills and certification to fill those spots without incurring a lot of student debt.

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After two years of pandemic upheaval and question marks, we appear poised to return to a normal summer. And the return to normalcy is marked by a long list of great activities for the entire family.

Festivals, camps, concerts, and so much more are all packed into our big Summer Events guide. Make sure you use it to chart a path of adventure for the whole clan and ensure that the Summer of 2022 is one for the books!

SPORTS

BACK-TO-BACK STATE CHAMPS —Southmoore and Westmoore are both laying claim to the hard-to-reach heights of repeat state championships in softball and track.

Coaches and players talk about what it takes to return to the mountaintop.

6 Letter from the Editor 16 Brand Senior Center Activities 24 Senior Living

Learn the Skill for a Lifetime: Self Soothing

26 Business Spotlight

Craig & Streight Orthodontics

31 Healthy Moore Food Safety 101

36 Moore Public Schools Child

Nutrition Summer Food Service Program

38 Calendar of Events 41 Pioneer Library System Calendar 42 Book Reviews Grave Reservations and Mimic Makers: Biomimicry Inventorys Inspired by Nature

32 Ask a Dietician

44 Class Acts

34 Veteran/Armed Forces Spotlight

48 Sports Photos 51 Graduation Photos

Summertime Nutrition: National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month

Integrity and Compassion Mark Wemyss' 37-Year Career

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EVENTS GUIDE 2022 The lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are here, kids! And that means it’s time to scan the local landscape for a list of things to keep yourself and your family active and entertained for the next few months.

If a “lazy” summer is your idea of a great way to spend the next few months, grab yourself some lemonade and a shady spot in a hammock and relax. Fortunately, there’s a wide variety of options that will likely scratch every itch for those who are more into the “hazy, crazy” part of summer. And keep checking in with our website and social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) over the summer because we’ll be updating with any new additions or changes: WEBSITE: mooremonthly.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TheMooreMonthly TWITTER: @moore_monthly INSTAGRAM: moore_monthly Have a safe and fantastic summer!

CITY OF MOORE CITYWIDE GARAGE SALE

When: Thursday, June 2 – Sunday, June 5 Time: All Day

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Where: Various Locations Description: One person’s trash…another person’s treasure.

Garage sale maniacs will be in heaven during the first week of June.

Check cityofmoore. com for a list of locations…and there are a LOT of locations.

SUMMER BEATS AND EATS

When: Friday, June 3 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Central Park Amphitheater and Pavilion 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Description: Kickoff the summer featuring local breweries, food trucks,

and live music by Shiloh Steel! Plus inflatables and lawn games for the kids and adults to enjoy. Food Trucks: Newmans BBQ, Some Like It Tot, Bondi Bowls, Saucee Sicilian, and City Ice. Brewery: The Big Friendly.

Description: Join us for your lunch break and some live music at our Food Truck Fridays! A variety of different food trucks right here at Central Park in Moore. Check cityofmoore.com for an updated list of food trucks and live music.

THE FARMERS MARKET AT CENTRAL PARK

ADULT SWIM PARTY

DIVE IN MOVIE AT THE STATION AQUATIC CENTER

CELEBRATION IN THE HEARTLAND

When: June 4 – August 27 Time: Weekly on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Central Park Multi-Purpose Pavilion; 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Description: Promoting the sale of garden related products and produce. You’ll find more information and a vendor’s application at cityofmoore.com.

When:

Saturday, June 4 – The Karate Kid Saturday, July 9 – Little Giants Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Where: The Station Aquatic Center 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Description: $5.00 per person for swimming and a little “Wax on, wax off!” with “The Karate Kid.” Concessions will be available for purchase.

DAD & DAUGHTER SPLISHIN’ & SPLASHIN’ UNDER THE SEA

When: Friday, June 17 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Station Aquatic Center 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Cost: $10 per person – advance/$15 per person – day of event (until sold out) Description: A great time to have a date night for Dad and Daughter. There is swimming, dancing, snacks, and punch! Wear your swimwear and join us for a great evening at the pool for Dad and Daughter. Tickets available for purchse online…but the web address is so long you’ll never remember it. So visit cityofmoore.com or call The Station front desk at 405-793-5090.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY

When: Friday, June 24, July 8, July 22, August 5, August 26 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Where: Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK

When:

Friday, June 24 Friday, July 22 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: The Station Aquatic Center 700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Cost: $5 per person – 21 years and older Description: Enjoy food, drinks, and games in the beer garden…ride the slides or just lay back and enjoy the lazy river while you party with the DJ.

When: Monday, July 4 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Where: Buck Thomas Park 1903 NE 12th St., Moore, OK Cost: Free admission Description: This is the big one, friends.

One of the best Independence Day celebrations in the state. Make plans to celebrate with thousands of your closest friends at Buck Thomas Park. Activities include: food trucks, children’s activities, vendors, barrel train., helicopter rides, inflatables, and much more. Fireworks: Dark (approx. 9:45 pm) You’ll find more information about Celebration in the Heartland by calling 405-793-5090. If you’re interested in vendor information contact Kasey Dean at 405-793-5088 or email: kdean@ cityofmoore.com

FISHING DERBY

When: Saturday, July 23 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Buck Thomas Pond 1903 NE 12th St., Moore, OK Cost: Free admission Description: Check-in and Registration will open at 7:30 a.m. Bring your own pole and bait (crawlers, stink bait, shrimp, liver, etc).

Four fish limit per family. No culling. You catch it, you keep it! All ages 5-15 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. Ponds will be stocked with catchable-sized channel catfish.

MOM & SON SHIPWRECKED BY THE POOL – PIRATE THEME When: Friday, July 29 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Station Aquatic Center

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700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK Cost: $10 per person – advance/$15 per person – day of event (until sold out) Description: Arrrrrrr ye ready for a great time to have a date night for Mom and Son? There will be swimming, dancing, snacks, and punch! Wear your swimwear and join us for a great evening at the pool for Mom and Son. Tickets available for purchase online at cityofmoore.com/fun. You can also call The Station front desk at 405793-5090 for more information.

MOVIE IN THE PARK

When: Friday, August 19 Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Movie: Transformers Where: Little River Park 700 SW 4th St., Moore, OK Description: Join us for a free movie in the park! Bring your family out to enjoy a flick on a Friday night. Concessions on site.

DOGGIE PADDLE

When: Thursday, September 8 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Station Aquatic Center 700 SW 4th St., Moore, OK Cost: $7.50 per dog Description: Two dogs are allowed per handler, all handlers must be 16 years old. Dogs must be friendly and you must show proof of rabies vaccination with a rabies certificate and rabies tag on your dog. City tags will be on sale. Dog owners will not be allowed to swim. Preregister your dog at cityofmoore.com/fun. Moore Pawsabilities volunteer group will be accepting donations for the Moore Animal Welfare & Adoption Center.

CITY PARKS AND RECREATION CAMPS 2022 SUMMER CAMP PASS

$250 INCLUDES ACCESS TO 5 SUMMER CAMPS Art Camp, S.T.E.A.M Camp, Weather Camp and Summer Sports Camps at The Station Recreation Center. This pass will allow your child to take 5 camps all summer long. *Does not apply to educational, special interest classes or special events. *Does not include access to The Station Recreation Center/Aquatic Center *Does not apply to Oasis Summer Day Camp To purchase a Summer Camp

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Pass for 2022 visit The Station Front Desk. For more information, please call (405) 793-5090.

CAMPS: 6-9 YEARS JUNE: YOUTH ART CAMP

WHEN: June 6–10 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m.

AGES: 6–9 FEE: $95 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–June 5 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Youth Art Camp is so much fun! The only thing that would make it better is YOU! Each day kids will be able to create beautiful art projects with various materials and supplies that they will be able to take home with them! Don’t miss out on this week of fun!

JULY: YOUTH ART CAMP

WHEN: July 25–29 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m.

AGES: 6–9 FEE: $95 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–July 24 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Youth Art Camp is so much fun!

The only thing that would make it better is YOU! Each day kids will be able to create beautiful art projects with various materials and supplies that they will be able to take home with them!

Don’t miss out on this week of fun!

CAMPS: 6-9 YEARS JUNE: PRE–TEEN PAINTING CAMP

WHEN: June 20–24 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 10–12 FEE: $110 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–June 19 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25

DESCRIPTION: Pre–teens will learn about the different types of art paint and the techniques in which it takes to create beautiful art projects. If you love to paint, this camp is for you!

JULY: PRE–TEEN PAINTING CAMP

WHEN: July 11–15 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m.

AGES: 10–12 FEE: $110 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–July 10 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Pre–teens will learn about the different types of art paint and the techniques in which it takes to create beautiful art projects. If you love to paint, this camp is for you!

SPECIAL INTEREST JUNE: S.T.E.A.M CAMP (PRESENTED BY THE PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM)

WHEN: June 13–17 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m.

AGES: 10–12 FEE: $95 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–June 12 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: (S.T.E.A.M –Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) Moore Parks and Recreation will be teaming up with The Pioneer Library System in this fun and exciting camp!

Each day participants will engage in different S.T.E.A.M activities while also learning at the same time.

JULY: S.T.E.A.M CAMP (PRESENTED BY THE PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM)

JULY: WEATHER CAMP (PRESENTED BY KFOR CHANNEL 4)

WHEN: July 25–29 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $95 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–July 24 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 Moore Parks and Recreation will be teaming up with your favorite KFOR Channel 4 meteorologists! Participants will learn about weather in a fun and creative setting from seasoned professionals!

Come and join us for a week of fun that you won’t forget!

JUNE: MAGIC CAMP

WHEN: June 13–17 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $175 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–June 12 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear!

Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!

JULY: MAGIC CAMP

WHEN: July 11–15 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $175 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: May 16–July 10 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear! Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!

WHEN: July 11–15 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m. AGES: 10–12 FEE: $95 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Meeting Room 2 REGISTRATION: April 11–July 10 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: (S.T.E.A.M –Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) Moore Parks and Recreation will be teaming up with The Pioneer Library System in this fun and exciting camp! Each day participants will engage in different S.T.E.A.M activities while also learning at the same time.

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AUGUST: MAGIC CAMP

WHEN: August 1–5 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $175 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: June 6–July 31 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear! Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!

JUNE: SCIENCE CAMP

WHEN: June 20–24 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $125 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Meeting Room 2 REGISTRATION: April 11–June 19 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: This camp is specifically designed to engage children’s attention to the wonders of science. Participants will learn about science in a hands–on environment while also making new friendships along the way!

JULY: SCIENCE CAMP

WHEN: July 18–22 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $125 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11– July 17 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 This camp is specifically designed to engage children’s attention to the wonders of science. Participants will learn about science in a hands–on environment while also making new friendships along the way.

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JUNE: EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP

WHEN: June 20–24 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m. AGES: 6–12 FEE: $125 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Meeting Room 2 REGISTRATION: April 11–June 19 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies and more! Participants will also create crafts related to those specific animals.

JULY: EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP

WHEN: July 18–22 (5 day camp) TIME: 1–4 p.m. AGES: 6–12 FEE: $125 includes a camp shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: May 16–July 17 CLASS MINIMUM: 10 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies and more! Participants will also create crafts related to those specific animals.

MAKE YOUR OWN “MARVEL”OUS MOVIE MASTERPIECE!

WHEN: June 4 TIME: Saturday, 2–4 p.m.

AGES: 13+ FEE: $30 WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: April 11–June 1 Come and join us for a “Marvel”ous time as we create our own works of art inspired from the movies! Participants will be able to create and paint their own “Marvel”ous movie masterpiece!

GARDEN SERIES: COMPOSTING 101

WHEN: June 30 TIME: Thursday, 6–7:30 p.m.

AGES: 13+ FEE: $25 WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: May 1–June 29 This workshop is part the of our summer garden series. Participants will learn from a professional horticulturist about composting and its importance. If you love to plant or interested in planting, this weekend workshop is for you!

GARDEN SERIES: A JUMP START TO FALL GARDENING

BASKETBALL OFFENSE SKILLS CAMP (6–12 AGES)

SPORTS CAMPS

SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP (6–12 AGES)

WHEN: July 14 TIME: Thursday, 6–7:30 p.m.

AGES: 13+ FEE: $25 WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: June 1–July 13 T DESCRIPTION: This workshop is part the of our summer garden series. Participants will learn from a professional horticulturist about the importance of getting a head start on your fall gardening projects. If you love to plant or interested in planting, this weekend workshop is for you!

SUMMER TENNIS CAMP (6–12 AGES)

WHEN: June 6–10 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $75 WHERE: Buck Thomas Tennis Courts REGISTRATION: April 11–June 5 DESCRIPTION: For any youth aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn the ins and outs of tennis! Trust me, you will “love” this camp.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP (6–12 AGES) WHEN: June 6–10 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $85 includes T–shirt WHERE: Earlywine Park Golf Complex REGISTRATION: April 11–June 5 DESCRIPTION: For any youth aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.

SUMMER SOCCER CAMP (6–12 AGES)

WHEN: June 20–24 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $85 includes T–shirt WHERE: Buck Thomas Fields REGISTRATION: April 11–June 19 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 50 DESCRIPTION: For any young aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.

WHEN: May 25 TIME: 8 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $25 WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: April 11–July 10 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 50 DESCRIPTION: This camp is for any pre–teen looking to enhance their skills on the offensive side of the ball. The camp will go over different kinds of dribbling techniques, passing, shooting and other offensive skills.

WHEN: July 11–15 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $95 includes T–shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: April 11–June 5 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 50 DESCRIPTION: For any pre–teen aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn a variety of basketball skills!

SUMMER PRE– TEEN VOLLEYBALL CAMP (10–12 AGES) WHEN: June 13–17 (5 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 10–12 FEE: $95 includes T– shirt WHERE: The Station

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Recreation Center REGISTRATION: April 11–June 12 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 50 DESCRIPTION: For any pre–teen athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn a variety of volleyball skills!

3 DAY SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP (6–12 AGES)

WHEN: Aug. 1–3 (3 day camp) TIME: 9 a.m.–Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $65 includes T–shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: April 11–July 31 CLASS MINIMUM: 15 CLASS MAXIMUM: 25 DESCRIPTION: For any youth aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.

PIONEER LI BRARY SYSTEM ICE SKATING FOR BEGINNERS

ALL AGES Blazer’s Ice Center - Tuesday, June 7, 6:00pm - 8:45pm Summer is on the way! Join us at the Blazers Ice Centre for an evening of cool family fun! Registration required.

MOORE LIBRARY

For details on these programs call 405-793-5100

RENEWABLE ENERGY: FUTURE SO BRIGHT YOU HAVE TO WEAR SHADES

TEENS Thursday, June 2 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Join us to learn more about basic electricity mechanics, how a solar panel works and how solar energy can power our everyday needs!

Designed for teens. Registration Required.

CAMP CREATE

CHILDREN Fridays, JUNE 3, 10, 17, 24 - 10:30am - 11:30am Join us as we make sustainable art of recyclable materials!

SCREEN PRINTING 101: CREATING A CUSTOM TOTE BAG ADULTS Friday, June 3 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm Create a personalized tote bag using the art of screen printing. Designed for adults.

Registration Required.

KIDS' CLUBHOUSE INTERACTIVE SHOW

CHILDREN Tuesday, June 7, Friday, June 17 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Learn some dance steps, be a part of the storyline, conduct a sing-along and much more in a performance

by Lyric Theater of Oklahoma. Designed for children.

A COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: THE CHIHULY COLLECTION TEENS

Thursday, June 9 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in a guided art activity focused on the museum’s special exhibition, the Chihuly Collection. Designed for teens. Registration Required.

YOGA WITH ALPACAS

ADULTS Friday, June 10 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm Enjoy an instructed yoga program accompanied with 3 alpacas from Magnolia Blossom Ranch. Designed for adults.

Registration Required.

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HULA HOOPING WITH HOOPLAHOMA

CHILDREN Tuesday, June 14 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Balancing on a giant ball, spinning a giant hoop, juggling, and more are sure to make a splash this year with Chelsea Parks’ FINtastic “Hooplahoma” Show! Designed for children. Registration Required.

HULA HOOPING WITH HOOPLAHOMA

TEENS Thursday, June 16 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Balancing on a giant ball, spinning a giant hoop, juggling, and more are sure to make a splash this year with Chelsea Parks’ FINtastic “Hooplahoma” Show! Designed for children. Registration Required.

A COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: THE CHIHULY COLLECTION ADULTS Friday, June 17 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm Join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in a guided art activity focused on the museum’s special exhibition, the Chihuly Collection. Designed for adults.

Registration Required.

focused on the museum’s special exhibition, the Chihuly Collection.

Designed for adults. Registration Required.

KEEPING TRADITIONS ALIVE

ADULTS Tuesday, June 14 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm Come and join as Will Hill, Muscogee storyteller, provides a glimpse into the American Indian cultural art of storytelling and its rich history. Designed for adults.

A COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: THE CHIHULY COLLECTION TEENS Monday, June 27 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in a guided art activity focused on the museum’s special exhibition, the Chihuly Collection. Designed for teens. Registration Required.

ADVENTURES IN SCIENCE: A DIVE INTO MERMAID LORE

TEENS Thursday, June 23 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm Join Science Museum Oklahoma to discover more about the hypnotic and fascinating aspects of mermaids throughout history and human culture. Designed for teens. Registration Required.

SOUTHWEST OKC LIBRARY For details on these programs call 405-979-2200

KEEPING TRADITIONS ALIVE

ADULTS Tuesday, June 14 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm Come and join as Will Hill, Muscogee storyteller, provides a glimpse into the American Indian cultural art of storytelling and its rich history. Designed for adults.

A COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: THE CHIHULY COLLECTION

ADULTS Tuesday, June 21 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm Join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in a guided art activity

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BRAND SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES

JUNE 2022 June 2

Speaker Michelle from Sunset Memorial

June 3

Art Class 9:00 a.m.

MCOA Monthly Meeting 10:00 a.m.

Meet with Moore Police 11:00 a.m.

BINGO sponsored by Lucid Hearing 12:15 p.m.

June 6

11:00 a.m.

June 23

Speaker Whitney with Medicare Info

11:00 a.m.

June 24

Art Class BINGO with Scott

9:00 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

June 27

Classic Movie: Once Upon A Time In The West Board Meeting

9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

June 28

Open Art Studio Library Tai-Chi

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

June 30

Wii Bowling

10:00 a.m.

Classic Movie: The Odd Couple Corn Hole

9:00 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

Open Art Studio Country Music House Singers Tai-Chi

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

June 8

Fresh Cobbler

11:45 a.m.

June 9

Talking with your Doctor

10:30 a.m.

June 10

Art Class BINGO with Terry & Wanda

9:00 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Stretch, Strengthen and Health: Tues. 9:30,

Classic Movie: Wall-E Corn Hole

9:00 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

Arm Chair Travel: 9am, Wed.,

Open Art Studio Library Tai-Chi

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

June 16

Wii Bowling

10:00 a.m.

June 17

Art Class Father’s Day Party

9:00 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

June 20

Classic Movie: Hatari!

Corn Hole

9:00 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

June 21

Open Art Studio Country Music House Singers Tai-Chi

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

June 7

June 13 June 14

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Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15,

Chair Yoga: Tues. & Thurs. 10:15,

Line Dancing Lessons: Wed., 1:00, Woodcarving: Thurs. 9:00-11:00 Dominos, Card games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Center.

Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the City of Moore for errands or appointments 8am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday Aging Services Monday through Friday Call & make reservation by1:00pm. Reservations for meals: 793-9069 Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25 Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00

Happy Father's Day!

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BY ROB MORRIS

Meet the 2022 BOM Finalists HERE ARE THE REST OF THE CATEGORIES WITH THE THREE FINALISTS LISTED IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER: APARTMENTS 35 West The Greens at Moore Mission Point Apartments ASIAN DINING China House GoGo Sushi Volcano Sushi Bar & Hibachi

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e will be announcing the winners of the Tenth Annual Best of Moore and South OKC Awards on Tuesday, July 12th at the OCCC Performing Art Center, 7777 S. May Avenue. Dinner and drinks will begin at 6:00 p.m. and the Awards Show will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and include 1 raffle entry, a dinner buffet, and two drink tickets.

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This year’s After Party will be sponsored by Prime Realty and will take place at Pub W, ORTHODONTIST 10740 South May Avenue.

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Learn the Skill for a Lifetime: Self Soothing

hese are difficult days. Indeed, the times call for us to put some thought into the concept of self-soothing.

In most people’s minds, self-soothing is not a “thing.” Yet it is one of the most important skills you can learn and will be a tremendous help throughout your life.

There is nothing complicated about self-soothing. It’s only a skill, and anyone can master skills. To start to acquire this skill is to spend a bit of time and energy thinking about yourself.

Just as no two people are exactly the same, no two people are soothed in the exact same way. Everyone’s needs are different, and Self-Soothing Ideas To Start With Step 1 is figuring out what works for you. The possibilities are endless.

• Take a bubble bath • Make a cup of soothing tea • Take a long, hot shower It is wise to list possible soothers before experiencing a complicated • Listen to your favorite music emotion. It will work very much to your advantage to identify good pos• Wash or polish your car sible strategies and have them ready to try when you do need them.

• Exercise, walk, lift weights, or take a bike ride • Play a musical instrument Likely, a self-soothing strategy that works in one situation may not • Cook or bake (we are talking about the process here; be careful work in another, so it’s good to have not just one technique but a list of not to over-use food itself for self-soothing!) them. In your moment of need, you can try one and if it doesn’t work, • Spend time with your pet try another.

• Play with a child • Go outside at night and look at the stars Identifying effective soothers may help to think back to your child• Clean hood. Were there things that you found comforting as a child? Also, • Garden think back to the most emotionally challenging times of your adulthood.

• Sit quietly and look out the window • Self-talk: this is probably the most useful and versatile of all Have there been helpful self-soothing strategies that you’ve used in self-soothing strategies. It involves literally talking yourself through the past without realizing it? your uncomfortable feeling state.

Be careful what types of strategies you use. Make sure they are healthy for you. For example, alcohol, shopping, and eating can seem easy and effective, but they should never be used for self-soothing.

They can quickly end up giving you to deal with another problem.

Below are some examples of healthy self-soothing strategies that have been identified and used effectively by others. Go through this list and remove those that clearly will not work for you. Then think about any personal ideas you might add. Keep your list handy, and use it when you need it.

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Things you can say to yourself: • “you know you are a good person,” “this will pass,” “you are trying your best,” “just wait it out.”

Be sure to keep your list flexible. Remove strategies that stop working for you and add new ones as needed. Make self-soothing a meaningful, purposeful endeavor that grows and changes with you. All of your life, you will need to have the ability to soothe yourself, but now more than ever. As you get better at it, you will become a calmer person who feels more in control and more comfortable overall.

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hen he was 12 years old, Dr. Ryan Streight was a patient of Dr. Mack Rose, a Norman orthodontist. Even at that young age, Streight knew he wanted to pursue a career in the medical field and was full of questions for his orthodontist.

"He was incredibly kind, and I was incredibly talkative," said Streight. "I asked him all of these questions about my teeth: "Why do they move? How do you know when and where to move them?' And I have this vivid memory of him stopping and saying, 'You know, you should probably be an orthodontist when you grow up.'

At that moment, I felt like it was the answer."

Over the following years, Streight set aside his dreams of being a professional athlete or movie director. Instead, he followed a path that led him to Washington University, dental school at the OU College of Dentistry, and then to The University of Tennessee at Memphis, where he graduated with a Masters of Dental Science and a Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

"I realized that I wasn't as athletic as, say, Baker Mayfield, or as creative as Steven Spielberg," said Streight. "So, I followed Dr. Rose's advice."

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Monday – Wednesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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joined the practice in 2001 after finishing her residency. Dr. Craig took over Rose's practice when he retired a short time later, and Dr. Streight joined the practice in 2011. The pair built a second location in Mustang in 2013, changing the practice's name to "Craig and Streight," and then opened a South OKC location in 2016.

Joining Dr. Streight and Dr. Craig in the practice is Dr. Heather Kierl, another Oklahoma native.

Streight says that what They've just truly appeals to him about moved into orthodontics is how many a brand-new, buckets it fills for him. state-of-theart facility on "I love the science aspect South Western, of it, as well as the mechanical aspect," said just north of Westmoore High School.

Streight. "There's also an artistic side that comes with creating beautiful smiles. Running my own "We are so excited about our new building," business is also important. But one of the big- said Streight. "But honestly, we're even more gest things is connecting and talking to people excited about working with people to get them all day long. I'm very much a people person, the best orthodontic care possible. We do free and I get a lot of joy from helping others." consultations, and we have flexible financing

plans that will fit any budget. We don't charge This is where the story takes us back to Dr. for extra appointments or broken brackets.

Rose. Dr. Robi Craig, who grew up in Moore, Plus, we're one of the larger Invisalign offices in the area."

The entire staff at Craig and Streight Orthodontics is committed to providing the highest standard of care to every patient.

"Our primary goal is to ensure everyone knows they're respected and cared for," said Streight. "We do that in a highly-professional manner, but in an atmosphere that is a little more laid back and relaxed."

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MNTC Offers Solution to Career Crunch Why is the work you do with and we have a 300-foot by 300-foot pad job outlook and a prepared that we can drive on for hands-on training. workforce important to MNTC?

Terri Helvey Chief Instruction Officer Terri Helvey’s teaching career began in 1990 at Mid-America Technology Center in Wayne, Oklahoma. After she got her Master’s degree in education she spent six years as the principal at Lexington High School before realizing her heard was truly with Career Technology Education. She returned to that field in 2013 when she was hired by MNTC where she currently serves as the Chief Officer of Instruction.

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We know there are lots of “help wanted” signs everywhere you go and so we feel like it's our duty to turn out qualified workers to help not just our communities but the state as a whole.

Over on the website, OKWorks.gov, they have a list of what they call “critical occupations” in Oklahoma. And of the top 20 occupations, over half of them are targeted by courses we offer here at Moore Norman Technology Center. That means we’re able to train people specifically for those important jobs.

Second on the list is nurses. We all know how hard the pandemic has been on nurses and health care workers in general. We've been training licensed practical nurses for over 50 years. we continue to try to meet that need by growing the number of nurses that we turn out. So next year will be the first year of a new program where a student can start their practical nursing curriculum as a senior in high school. They'll go one more semester after their senior year and they can sit for their in-class exam and be certified just one semester after their high school and become a licensed practical nurse.

What programs do you offer in this area?

How can MNTC's job outlooks and prepared workforce impact MNTC Well, number one on the list is a brand- students?

new program that we've had recently started here, which is training CDL drivers. We know supply chain issues are huge and one way to help meet that challenge is through training new CDL drivers. In the past, you could kind of go to work for an employer or do a little walk around, get a little on the job training, and then if you could pass your test. That’s no longer the case.

There was a new law that was passed that just went into effect in February that requires all CDL drivers to go through a certified training program. So, we have started a CDL training course here. We do that in conjunction with Central Tech,

We typically run around 60% high school students to 40% adults. We do have some adult-only programs like certified police officer, but high school students can come here free, and you can also come here free up until your 21st birthday, so you can get trained in a career and be debt free with no student loan debt.

How can folks contact you and/or keep up with what's going on in economic development at MNTC? You can visit us at our website, mntc.edu or give me a call at MNTC is 405-801-5000.

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ummertime is the season for cookouts and potlucks. This beloved tradition is nothing short of downright American, but along with the summer heat comes a higher risk of food borne illness outbreaks. Many harmful bacteria grow best in warm moist environments, so a hamburger patty left sitting out too long, for example, is a perfect habitat for microbes to flourish. Here are some food safety tips to keep you and your friends safe while you grill out this summer.

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hen I think of summer, I always think of all the fresh fruits and veggies available. Did you know that the USDA recommends eating more fruit and vegetables than any other food group? They say half your plate at each meal should consist of fruits and vegetables. Make sure you're getting enough. Try to get four servings of fruit and five servings of vegetables per day. A serving of fruit is roughly ½ cup of fresh, frozen, or canned. A serving of vegetables is one cup of raw leafy veggies or ½ cup of fresh, frozen, or canned.

eat the rainbow. Fruits and vegetables also provide little to no sodium and typically are low in calories and saturated fat. In other words, they are all around good for you!

Get creative or keep it simple when working more fruits and vegetables into your diet. For instance, eat whole fruit as a snack. Or add some berries or bananas to a bowl of cereal or yogurt for breakfast.

When making something simple like a sandwich, pack all the vegetables you love – think tomatoes, lettuce, and avocado. Sauces and soups are great for using veggies that may spoil soon - think garlic, Summer is the perfect time to pack in fruits and vegetables as fresh onions, or peppers to a pasta sauce. produce grows in abundance this time of year. June also happens to be National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month. What better way to celeDid you know storage matters? How you store your fruits and vegebrate than to add your favorite in-season fruits and veggies to your diet. tables can significantly impact how long they keep—storing things the When selecting fresh produce, try to choose in-season items as these wrong way will have you wondering why you wasted your money. Some will taste best and have the most nutritional impact. Harvest season also tends to be when you're likely to find fresh produce at the best examples: Watermelon prefers a dark place like a pantry. Meanwhile, price. Here's a list of prime summertime fruits and veggies: Berries, bananas do best on the countertop, and berries should be stored in corn, cucumbers, eggplant, figs, grapes, green beans, melons, pep- the fridge. If you wash your berries before placing them in the refrigerapers, stone fruit (apricots, cherries, nectarines, peaches, and plums), tor, they're likely to mold faster. Certain produce gives off ethylene gas which can cause other produce to ripen more quickly – this is why you summer squash, tomatoes, and zucchini. should store bananas separately from other produce.

The importance of eating a variety: Fruits and vegetables of the same Now get out there and celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable color offer similar nutritional benefits. This is why it is essential to eat various colored fruits and vegetables. They are packed full of vitamins, month by focusing on making half of your plate tasty and nutritious minerals, and fiber. Each color offers unique health benefits, so try to fruits and vegetables!

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“He didn't see color. He didn't see gender. He didn't see a rank.

He didn't see, you know, who was rich and who was poor. He just saw it as his responsibility to take care of people and his people always knew he was there for them,” said Nancy.

In 1967, Wemyss graduated from Benedictine Military Academy in Richmond, Virginia. He enrolled at the University of Richmond where he was in the ROTC for three years.

When his draft number came up in 1970, he joined the Army before being drafted and was sent to Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. Wemyss was in the 4th Platoon E Company, 6BN 2BDE. Rated as Sharpshooter and on his way to Vietnam, he and some others contracted a jungle parasite and were initially blinded. Returning to Ft. Jackson, Wemyss was tasked with training troops. When a family crisis occurred, he was granted compassionate transfer to an active-duty reserve component near his home to assume family duties.

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Wemyss volunteered to take on the Army’s Cardiac addiction counseling programs when they were first instituted by the Army and was sent to Colorado for training. He served in a variety of MOS's with his favorites being the artillery and Chaplain's assistant. John and Nancy Ocheltree were married in 1978 and had two children, Matthew and Julie.

At the onset of Desert Storm, Wemyss’ commanding General requested to keep him back to coordinate with troops. John always assured that young, inexperienced soldiers were paired with the older, experienced "door kickers" and convoy personnel to help lessen psychological impact and provide some measure of safety.

Wemyss was viewed as a man of integrity, humility, intelligence, a sense of humor and as one who always had your 6. He believed that you took care of your troops and their families. No one, no matter the rank, was permitted to disrespect or mistreat his troops. He passed the advice on to his son that it was never about rank, personal power and the "me wall," and not to ask your troops to do anything you would not or had not done. Upon his retirement, he was amazed at the respect, Wemyss’ son, Lt. Col. Matthew Wemyss, carries on in his tradition at Langley AFB. His daughter, Julie is much like her father and the family rock. His three grandchildren, Lexie, Sean and MacKenzie remember him with love and pride and good memories.

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LIFE AS A POLICE OFFICER: We are blessed with a great community in Moore, with great citizens. I think that most of them understand that we’re there to help them, not to make life miserable for them.

Even when we give tickets, we’re doing our best to be fair. People tend to think of what we do as good versus bad, but it’s really not that way for me.

The challenging part is understanding that we’re all people. We all make mistakes. It’s not always a case of good guy versus bad guy. There are a lot of times when both people are good, but someone just makes a mistake. So, you’re just doing your best to help bring resolutions to some of these situations. There’s just so much about the job that continues to hold my attention, so I think I’m just trying to put in for things that interest me and see how it all falls out.

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hands-on experience with a lot of variety and different ways you could go. Of course, I thought things like the SWAT team was cool, but I also liked the detective work and how that was more of a chess game. There were so many aspects to the job and where it could take you. But even deeper than that I had this feeling that I could really give back to the community. I do enjoy talking to and helping people, especially when you are able to help those who have been through a terrible experience and can’t really help themselves.

So, there’s this desire to give my best service, to help people find the resolution they’re needing to difficult situations, and a passion to protect.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • JUNE 2022 Due to positive tests for the coronavirus across the area and the constant changes still taking place as of our press deadline, please confirm the events and services listed in this calendar are still in place before making your plans to attend or participate. It’s especially important to ensure the safety of your family, loved ones and yourself by practicing safe COVID-19 recommendations.

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7777 S. May Avenue, OKC 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Cam405-682-7579 pus-Family Life Center. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resDeep Greenwood ident of Moore (please bring an ID).

Sunday, June 6, 6:00 p.m.

Written and directed by Mia Wal- CELEBRATE RECOVERY ter, The Black Wall Street play, is a Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to fact-based story about people com- 8:30 p.m. ing together to form a black busi- Faith Crossing Baptist Church, ness district. The time-period is ear- 13701 S. Pennsylvania. For more ly 1900's in Tulsa, Oklahoma where information, contact Nancy at 405two individuals, J.B Stratford and 514-9990.

O.W Gurley, come together with a plan to purchase several blocks CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS of land and sell them only to other black entrepreneurs. With their plan in motion, Black Wall Street is CITY COUNCIL MEETING born. Creating well over 100 busi- Monday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. nesses from grocery stores, banks, Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, theatres, restaurants, hotels, lawyer, Moore and doctor offices just to name a few. We also shed light on the dark PARKS BOARD MEETING events leading up to one of the Tuesday, June 7 at 6:00 p.m. deadliest, untold, and unforgettable The Station at Central Park, 700 S. 12 hours in American History. The Broadway.

Tulsa Massacre beginning on May 31st, 1921, and ending June 1st, 1921. URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY This play encompasses Hope, Unity Monday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. and Resilience for a generation who Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, understood how important it was to Moore stand strong.

Featuring BYRON CAGE, Award BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING winning Gospel Artist, and R&B sen- Tuesday, June 14 at 5:30 p.m. sation CHERELLE! Moore City Hall, 301 N. VIP TICKETS: $40 and include seat- Broadway, Moore.

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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, June 20at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

COMMUNITY CONNECTION ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays. For additional information call (405) 793-5190.

BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore.

Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up.

CT CLOTHING CLOSET Last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

CrossTimbers United Methodist Church, 3004 S. Sunnylane, Moore.

CrossTimbers UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s, women’s and children’s clothing along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

2800 SW 131st Street. For more information contact Connie Daniels at 405-703-2300.

FREE OUTDOOR TWILIGHT CONCERT AT OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Friday, June 3, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

OCCC, 7777 South May Avenue – entry from SW 74th Street only. As a thank you for your support during our 2021-2022 Performing Arts Series, we are presenting a free concert on Friday, June 3, at 6 p.m. on the northwest side of the Oklahoma City Community College Campus.

Red Dirt Rangers, Kyle Dillingham & Horseshoe Road and The Hunter Thomas Band will perform. Bring your chairs, blankets and favorite picnic feast and enjoy the evening.

For more information contact Ben Williams at boxoffice@occc.edu.

FREE COMMUNITY SHRED DAY AND MEDICATION DROP-OFF Friday, June 10, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Moore Norman Technology Center, Southwest 134th Street & Pennsylvania Avenue. It's that time of year to gather all of your unwanted documents and bring them to the South City Shred Day! There will also be a medication drop-off for all unwanted medications that will be gathered by the Oklahoma City Police Department. This event is open to everyone in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Protect yourself by bringing sensitive, outdated documents to this one-day shredding event. Items to consider shredding: Outdated tax documents, contracts, agreements, legal paperwork, anything with personal information (name, address, date of birth, social security number, parents' information, etc.), bank statements, credit card bills, receipts, other old bills. Limit of (5) small boxes per household. For more information call Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-6431436 or email elizabethawbrey@ southokc.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • JUNE 2022 MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, June 14, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Hollie’s Flatiron Grill, 1199 S I-35 Service Road. Join us for great food and an opportunity to grow your business knowledge, share new ideas and connect with our business community. Each attendee is given the opportunity to present information regarding their business to all in attendance. So, bring your best sales pitch - make it innovative and memorable. For more information contact Carol Motley at cmotley@moorechamber.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT Thursday, June 16, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway. Please join us for this year's Legislative Summit on Thurs-

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day, June 16, from 11:45am to 1pm at The Station at Central Park. Legislators on our Summit panel will include Sen. Darrell Weaver, Rep. Mark McBride, Rep. Danny Sterling, and Rep. Kevin West. For more information contact Cheryl Patterson at cpatterson@moorechamber.com SOUTHERN THUNDER CAR SHOW Saturday, June 18, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m OCCC Parking Lot C, 7777 S. May Avenue. Free to the public! Join us for the Southern Thunder Car Show, presented by the South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. First 40 registrants receive a goodie bag.

Top 8 Fun Categories. Door prizes for registrants. 50/50 cash drawing, raffle, and family fun.

Booth space is available for members and non-members for purchase to showcase your business.

Contact the Chamber for more

Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call Jackie at (405) 297-2583.

information and to purchase your booth call Elizabeth Awbrey today at (405) 634-1436.

SENIOR CONNECTION

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Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Call (405) 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

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“Share-A-Fare” for age 60 and over or disabled. Purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy who will call every day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., (405) 793-4448.

PROJECT RETURN HOME FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS IN MOORE For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at (405) 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at (405) 793-4448.

TRANSPORTATION: • Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Moore area to

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — JUNE CALENDAR VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Many virtual programs require signup in advance with a valid email address. Go online to www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/ calendar for more information and the most current schedule of upcoming events.

Thursday, June 6, 2:30 p.m.

Manga Book Club

Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:00 a.m.

Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, June 14, 6:00 p.m.

Cover to Cover Book Club

Friday, June 24, 2:00 p.m.

Family Story Time (All Ages)

Tuesday, June 28, 2:00 p.m.

Mad Science (Children)

Southwest OKC Library, 2201 SW 134Th Street, OKC Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time (All Ages)

Friday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.

Mad Science (Children)

Saturday, June 4, 11:00 a.m.

Go With the Flow

Saturday, June 4, 2:00 p.m.

Audio Engineering: The Basics of Recording

Monday, June 6, 13, 27, 4:30 p.m.

STEAM Kids (8-11 years)

IN–PERSON PROGRAMS

Monday, June 6, 13, 27, 4:30 p.m.

STEAM Kids (5-7 years)

Moore Public Library, 225 S. Howard Ave.

Tuesday, June 7, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30 a.m.

Life Skills: Babysitting 101 for Ages 10-15

Thursday, June 9, 6:30 p.m.

Penn Avenue Literary Society Book Discussion

Friday, June 10, 4:30 p.m.

Wildlife in Your Neighborhood: How to be a Good Neighbor

Thursday, June 23, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Jun 27, 5:00 p.m.

Growing Local: Introducing Native Plants Discord Discourse for Teens

Rhythm Babies (0-18 Months)

Thursday, June 2, 16, 30, 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Story Time (1-3 Years)

Monday, June 6, 13, 27, 10:30 a.m.

Kick-Start Kindegarten

Friday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.

Monday, June 6, 13, 27, 4:30 p.m.

STEAM Kids (8-11 years): Science

Songs and Stories: A Journey Through Life on Earth

Thursday, June 23, 6:30 p.m.

Growing Local: Introducing Native Plants

Monday, June 6, 13, 27 , 6:30 p.m.

Yoga

Friday, June 24, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time (3-5 Years)

Water: An Incredible Journey

Thursday, June 9, 23, 10:30 a.m. Early Explorers Wednesday, June 15, 4:00 p.m. Sensory Explorers

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PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — ADULT BOOK REVIEW

Grave Reservations

Author: Cherie Priesti Genre: Paranormal Fiction Pages: 292 Reviewer: Kirsten Walker, Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library Leda Foley is employed by a dying industry.

As a travel agent, she doesn’t get a ton of business anymore. But when her very unreliable psychic ability kicks in for one of her few remaining clients and she accidentally saves his life, her plans to fly under the radar disappear.

Seattle PD detective Grady Merritt’s flight gets switched at the last minute—and probably saves his life. When he returns home to thank the person who saved him, he finds Leda: funny, weird, and inconsistently able to do things he can’t explain. But he has a cold case he can’t solve, and Leda’s abilities may be the thing to catch a killer if she can get them to work reliably.

Grave Reservations is a funny, witty, lighthearted mystery bursting with personality and original characters. I loved Leda and her friends from Klairvoyant Karaoke night (she guesses song choices based on touching a personal item) as they bumble along trying to solve a murder. This book is an excellent read for anyone looking for a fun, contemporary cozy mystery with a slight supernatural twist. It is the start of a series, and the second book is out this fall.

This title is available in print or as a downloadable eBook or eAudiobook. For more recommendations, stop by your local library or contact the SOKC Public Library at 405.979.2200. Find library events and more information at pioneerlibrarysystem.org or download the PLS Connect app!

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW

Mimic Makers: Biomimicry Inventors Inspired by Nature Author: Kristen Nordstrom Genre: Children’s Nonfiction Publisher: Charlesbridge Reviewer: Elaine Harrod, Children’s Services Assistant, Moore Public Library

This book highlights modern-day inventions created by looking at animals and nature and discovering what works well in the natural world! Tony Brennan developed Sharklet, a shark-like thin film, after studying shark skin and what helped to keep sharks clean. Sharklet applied to the surfaces of submarines and other vessels keep them from growing algae and stops germs from growing on medical equipment and even cell phones! The pages inside will answer all these questions and more! Do you love to read nonfiction and learn about science? This book is for you! Mimic Makers highlights ten inventors to read about and details their inWhy are a whale’s flippers bumpy? How spirations found in nature. This is such an apdo sharks stay so clean? How do beetles cre- pealing book for all ages and will leave the ate their drinking water? How does a gecko reader curious about biomimicry possibilities! walk on walls?

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This title is available in print or as a downloadable eBook. It complements the 2022 Summer Learning Challenge theme, Oceans of Possibilities, now underway at the Pioneer Library System and the Moore Public Library!

Sign up by visiting the Summer Learning Challenge tab at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

All ages can count minutes of reading and attending library programs to earn points. Win prizes at 250, 500, 750, and 1,000 points, and enter to win grand prizes at 1,000 minutes logged! Explore a calendar of events for all ages and interests this summer by visiting our website and clicking on Events to create a customizable brochure of library happenings!

For more information or book recommendations, please visit or call the Moore Public Library at 405.793.5100.

New Homes Available in Moore

Income Restricted NAHSI will be building new homes in Moore. These homes are 3 and 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage brick homes. This is a special program for low to moderate income families and individuals. Down payment assistance is available.

Please note the maximum gross annual income chart below (amounts could change in June 2022): 1 Person

2 Person

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4 Person

5 Person

6 Person

7 or more call

$41,000

$46,850

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swilkins@nahsi.org Images are from prior project.

Please call for house plans and specs.

Applications can be found on our website at nahsi.org.

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“My dad draws a lot,” said Vasquez, “And I remember watching him draw and thinking how cool it was. So, I started trying to recreate the characters I saw on TV and in video games.”

While the focus of much of his art continues to be those kinds of character creations, his art teacher recently challenged him to tackle a new medium for the school district’s art contest.

“It’s called a ‘landscape Polaroid painting’ because it looks like a little Polaroid picture,” said Vasquez. “I painted a vacation spot in the aspect ratio of a small, square card stock using watercolors.”

The scene Vasquez painted was of a spot at Broken Bow Lake where he and his family had vacationed. While the scene was a familiar one, the project was particularly challenging because he didn’t have much experience with watercolors.

“I’ve used acrylic and color pencils a lot, but this was really my first time working with watercolors,” said Vasquez.

Even though it was his first time working in that medium, Vasquez walked away with a first place prize. While he was happy to have won, he says there’s still a lot of room for improvement.

“There were definitely some things I could have done better,” said Vasquez. “The grass didn’t look very good, but I was really happy with how the water and the reflections on the lake turned out.”

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high school courses as a freshman is a graphic design class. But he’s already looking beyond high school and college at a career that will benefit greatly from his artistic passions “I want to try and get a job as a video game designer and developer,” said Vasquez. “I’ve already been making video games and it does require some art.”

Now that junior high is in the rear-view mirror, Vasquez says he wants to make sure he gives credit to those who have helped him so far.

“My parents obviously encourage and support me,” said Vasquez. “I also want to give a shout-out to my art teacher, because she really challenged and helped me in junior high.”

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

Jaguars and Sabercats Snag Backto-Back State Championships

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t was a splendid spring season for Moore Public Schools athletic teams. The Westmoore High School men's track team won their second consecutive state 6A championship, running away from the field in Ardmore. And the Southmoore High School slow-pitch softball team claimed a 6A title at Hall of Fame Stadium to go along with their 6A state fastpitch title from this past fall.

Coaches for both teams say these achievements are rare and require a lot of work.

Sabercat head coach James Lingo says the slow pitch team came together at just the right time.

"It's easy sometimes to let your guard down in the spring. But these girls stayed focused throughout," said Lingo. "You know, we had our bumps in the road like any normal team does. That included getting whipped by a pretty good Washington team on our home field. But the girls rallied in the end."

Senior Taylor Gleim says a team-only meeting helped spark their post-season rampage.

"We had a meeting in the locker room, and we all came together," said Gleim. "We talked about what we're going to work on, and this is what we need to do to win. We wrote it all down and put everything on the board. And ever since that talk, we skyrocketed."

Lexi Hernandez, also a senior, says that talk helped a lot. But she adds that this group of players has been together so long it added a layer of trust to the mix.

"A lot of us even grew up playing together," said Hernandez.

"I feel like it's good that we have done that, and we all can trust each other, and we know what we're all capable of doing. We just know how to lean on each other when we kind of need it."

A few miles to the north of the Sabercats, the Westmoore track team was gearing up to defend their 6A state championship from 2021. Senior Angel Hedrick said the team headed into the post-season knowing they had a target on their backs.

"You know, we had people tell us everybody's coming after you now," said Hedrick. They kept saying it was going to be harder. But really, it was a breeze."

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That may sound like bragging, but remember that And the lone junior on the Jaguar relay team, Dizzy Dean once said, "It ain't braggin' if you go out Xavier Simpkins, shares the same appreciation as and to it." his teammates for the rare back-to-back achievement.

And the Jaguars went out and did it, winning the 2022 6A state track title with a whopping total of 165 "I just tried to do what I could for the team and points. Head coach Tim Grantham says that's a re- help out because I didn't really do as good as I markable point total. wanted last year," said Simpkins. "But we still won last year, too. And this year we just came back. You "We scored 165 points at the State Meet, the most know, we had to do it again. ever scored at the 6A level," said Grantham. "I suppose that speaks to the depth of our program we've got. It's Senior Dev King says the feeling of a back-tonot just hundred-meter sprinters. We also two-milers, back team title is one he’ll never forget. we've got hurdles, and everything in between."

“I glad we did this again,” said King. “Especially Senior Kevin Williams says the goal of a back-to-back being a senior, it makes it really nice to have two title was always on his and his teammates' minds. championships. That’s something people will always remember.

"It's crazy to say, but it's always been on our minds from the beginning of last year," said Williams. "It's a And the lone junior on the Jaguar relay team, great goal to achieve and a great feeling. But we did Xavier Simpkins, shares the same appreciation work awfully hard to get back here." as his teammates for the rare back-to-back achievement.

Senior Dev King says the feeling of a back-to-back team title is one he'll never forget.

“I just tried to do what I could for the team and help out, because last year, I didn't really do as "I glad we did this again," said King. "Especially be- good as I wanted,” said Simpkins. “But we still ing a senior, it makes it really nice to have two cham- won last year, too. And this year we just came pionships. That's something people will never forget." back. You know, we had to do it again.

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