Calendar of Events

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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART 555 Elm Avenue, Norman, OK 405-325-3272

The University of Oklahoma’s Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art is one of the finest university art museums in the United States. Strengths of the more than 20,000 object permanent collection (including the approx. 3,300-object Eugene B. Adkins Collection and the more than 4,500-object James T. Bialac Native American Art Collection) are the Weitzenhoffer Collection of French Impressionism, 20th century American painting and sculpture, traditional and contemporary Native American art, art of the Southwest, ceramics, photography, contemporary art, Asian art and graphics from the 16th century to the present. Temporary exhibitions are mounted throughout the year that explore the art of various periods and cultures. EXHIBITIONS A Life in Looking Dr. Creighton Gilbert Through December 31

The renowned art historian Dr. Creighton Eddy Gilbert (1924–2011), a scholar of Italian Renaissance art and one of the foremost authorities on Michelangelo, spent nearly seven decades dedicated to scholarship, collecting, and teaching.

An academic prodigy, Gilbert entered college at age 14, became a professor at 21, and eventually completed a doctorate from New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts in 1955. Following positions at the Ringling Museum, Brandeis University, Queens College, Harvard University, and Cornell University, he joined the faculty of Yale University in 1981. In addition to his work mentoring students—many of whom went on to achieve acclaim as art historians and curators in their own right—Gilbert served as editor-in-chief of the leading art history journal Art Bulletin between 1980 and 1985 and published extensively. He penned numerous books and articles on Caravaggio, realism in Renaissance art, and the Northern Baroque, as well as two seminal works: Michelangelo: On and Off the Sistine Ceiling (1994) and Caravaggio and His Two Cardinals (1995).

Gilbert also collected, taking particular delight in discovering works by major artists hidden away in Italian print shops and especially in his acquisition of a jewel-like Madonna and Child by the Renaissance master Romanino. In 2005, Dr. Eric Lee, a former student of Gilbert’s and then-director of the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, encouraged his mentor to leave his private collection to the museum. The bequest, 272 objects, spans the fourteenth to twentieth centuries with an emphasis on Old Master prints and drawings from the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo periods. Gilbert’s wide-ranging interests are evident in this exhibition, guest curated by University of Oklahoma art history faculty members Dr. Allison Palmer and Dr. Erin Duncan-O’Neill. Through themes of religion, architecture, allegory, portraiture, and humor, A Life in Looking: The Creighton Gilbert Collection explores a collection built on seven decades of expertise by this influential scholar, educator, and connoisseur. FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore (please bring an ID).

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylvania. For more information, contact Nancy at 405514-9990.

MOORE SANTA’S MAILBOX through Friday, December 17 The Station lobby during hours of operation, 700 S. Broadway Avenue. For 4th grade and younger. When writing letters, children must include their first and last name, age, mailing address, and holiday wish list. Parents are encouraged to glance over the letters before bringing them to The Station for mailing. Santa especially enjoys hand-drawn holiday pictures on the letters! Place your letter and self-addressed stamped envelope inside Santa’s Mailbox. Make sure a Return Address is included so Santa can answer your letter. For more information please call (405) 7935090.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Friday, December 3 at 6:00 p.m. Central Park Multi-purpose Pavilion and Amphitheater, 700 S. Broadway Avenue. Kickoff the Holiday Season with at the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Special appearance by Santa, Christmas music, and hot chocolate! Come help the City celebrate. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Saturday, December 4, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway Avenue. Breakfast, holiday crafts, and a visit with Santa Claus. What a great way to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year. Open to all ages. Fee: $8 for each person. Each person must have a ticket to enter the facility. Children must be accompanied by an adult. TICKETS ONLINE: cityofmoore.com/fun For more information, call Moore Parks & Recreation at (405) 7935090

NORMAN ROCKWELL’S OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS PARADE OF LIGHTS Saturday, December 4, 6:00 p.m. Old Town Moore. Come join us as we kick off the Christmas season with A Norman Rockwell's Old Town Christmas Parade of Lights. December 4th @ 6pm. Watch the parade, watch the tree lighting ceremony, see Santa and other fun characters, check out the stores of Old Town and enjoy some Christmas goodies! If you would like to have an entry in the parade, please call Kelly Johnson at (405) 799-9898

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Saturday, December 4, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Park Multi-purpose Pavilion and Amphitheater, 700 S. Broadway Avenue. A free event with a special appearance by Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus, Christmas carolers, shopping at the Mini Merry Market, and Holiday fireworks sponsored by local businesses. A perfect way to begin the Holiday Season! Food Trucks: Chef Rays Street Eats; Yum Pig; Pops Pockets; Dos Gringos Cabana; Some Like It Tot and City Ice Truck. Breweries: The Big Friendly and 405 Brewing. ...................continued on Page 32

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, December 7 at 6:00 p.m. The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway.

MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, December 13 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, December 14 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, December 14 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, December 20 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

CITY HALL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE – Closed on Thurday and Friday, December 23 and 24, and Friday, December 31 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. RSVP required. Buy your own lunch. Cancellation Policy: If you register for an event and do not cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to the attend you will be charged, regardless of attendance. For more information contact Carole Motley, cmotley@moorechamber.com.

COMMUNITY CONNECTION

ADOPT-A-PET 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 Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. 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.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, December 2, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Frontier Bank, 5100 South I-35 Service Road. Let the holiday season begin! Join us for an evening of networking at Frontier State Bank. Gourmet hors d'oeuvres will be served and refreshments provided. You do not want to miss this event! For more information contact Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-7066691 or email elizabethawbrey@ southokc.com.

SHARON L. VANOVER MEMORIAL EVENT GIFT WRAPPING PARTY Monday, December 6 Yellow Rose Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street. Come join us as we wrap presents for children in need at Christmastime.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, December 14, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Michael’s Catering, 2990 SE 19th Street. 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. RSVP required. Buy your own lunch. Cancellation Policy: If you register for an event and do not cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to the attend you will be charged, regardless of attendance. For more information contact Carole Motley, cmotley@ moorechamber.com.

HARBORCHASE HAPPY HOUR NETWORKING EVENT Wednesday, December 15, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. HarborChase of South Oklahoma City, 10801 S. May Ave. HarborChase will be hosting a Happy Hour Networking Event in our Fusion Lounge, every 3rd Wednesday of the month! This Wednesday, June 16th - Please join us for complimentary signature cocktails, an assortment of appetizers made from our Executive Chef and Live Music!!

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Closed, Friday, December 24 through Friday, December 31.

SENIOR CONNECTION

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) 7934448.

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

• 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.

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