Moore Monthly - November 2020

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VOL. 15 • NO. 11 • NOVEMBER 2020 CHRISTMAS WISHES

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As shoppers gear up for the holiday season this year, it's more critical than ever that people turn their attention to local, small businesses. Our "Wish Book" features a few selections to help spark your shopping instincts while supporting these critical parts of our community.

BEAN THERE, DONE THAT

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VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK

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It's considered to be one of Moore's iconic parks, honoring those who have given so much for our country. Now, Phase III for the park looks to add recognition for even more Veterans.

It's been a while since Justin Bean raced up and down the basketball court at Southmoore High School. These days, his relentless style of play has made him a fan favorite at Utah State University and won all-conference honors

PULSE FOODS

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A renewed focus on this "superfood" might lead you to think that there's been some new dietary discovery. But the truth is, pulse foods have been a part of our diet for nearly as long as people have been cooking. Now it's time to revisit the power of these familiar menu items.

Letter from the Editor...........................8

Business Building Blocks ................. 22

Healthy Moore .................................. 31

Ways to Support Veteran Owned Businesses

Heroes of Moore .............................. 25

Brand Senior Center Calendar ........... 34

Chamber Spotlight ........................... 13 Entrepreneur’n Moore ...................... 14 Why Add SMS to Your Marketing Strategy?

Business Spotlight ............................ 18 The Crazy Cactus

Health Training

First Responder Spotlight: Sgt. Joe Williams

Senior Living .................................... 30 Aging Services, Inc. Announces Online Auction Fundraiser

Calendar of Events .......................... 29

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Thankful for Health and Wellness

Book Review .................................... 36 Ways to Make Sunshine

Crossword Puzzle............................. 36 Veteran's Memorial Park

Pioneer Library System Calendar ......37 Crossword Puzzle Answer .................37

The Station Schedule ........................ 38 Sports Calendar................................ 44

Sports Photos.................................... 45

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Letter from the Editor While some of the more forward-thinking shoppers have been taking care of their holiday gift list for months now, November marks the REAL start of the country's biggest shopping season. Given the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses, this year it's more important than ever that we support our local, small businesses. In this issue of the Moore Monthly you'll find a slice of what's available for you locally. We've presented this in the style of the vintage Christmas catalogs from Sears and JC Penney's in hopes that it will spark shoppers to seek out local bargains first.

November is also a time when we celebrate the contributions of our Veterans and their service to our country. In this issue we walk through the history of Veterans Memorial Park and share the latest plans to honor even more Veterans at this iconic park.

And we were able to catch up with Southmoore alum Justin Bean, who has become something of a cult hero as a college basketball player at Utah State University.

Those who know Justin won't be surprised to learn that he's still getting floor burns chasing loose balls.

Welcome to the November issue of Moore Monthly magazine!

Editor Moore Monthly

Publisher Brent Wheelbarger Writer/Editor Rob Morris Designer April Burgess For ad placement, specifications and rates, call or email Aleta Wheelbarger 405-659-7224 | aleta@mooremonthly.com

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Moore

Wish Book Make Everyone’s Dream Come True

by Shopping Small/Shopping Local

Moore and South OKC are blessed with a wide variety of stores and restaurants that are locally owned. We love our local business owners and appreciate what they bring to the community, so we offer this semi-nostalgic snapshot in the flavor of the old Sears Christmas “Wish Book” catalogs as a way of encouraging everyone to Shop Local and Shop Small this holiday season.

To say that 2020 has been a challenging year would be a bit of an understatement. We’ve all been hit hard by the events of this year, but our small, local businesses have borne the brunt of the impact in ways that threaten their existence.

The merchants and restaurants in our November cover story are not exhaustive, but hopefully they will spark our readers to be take advantage of every local shopping option.

Please join us in supporting all of them this holiday season.

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Moore Liquor 914 SW 4th Street | 405-735-5555 | mooreliquor.com Evan Williams Kentucky Cider - $10.98 This is a cold-weather favorite. An all-American blend of apple cider liquer and extra-aged Bourbon Whiskey. Your nose tells you, “Cinnamon, cotton candy, and graham crackers.” Has a taste of sweet, soft apples flavored with allspice. Best enjoyed warm.

Van's Pig Stands 1991 Tower Drive | 405-703-3000 | pigstands.com Van’s Backyard BBQ Spice Pack - $14.99 If for some reason you can’t make it to our restaurant, keep this collection of Van’s favorites on hand to make sure your home cookout delivers your favorite BBQ taste. It features 1.1 pounds of Van’s BBQ Rub, 1 bottle of Mild Van’s BBQ Sauce, and 1 bottle of Hot Van’s BBQ Sauce. Your taste buds will thank you!

The Crazy Cactus 328 N. Broadway | 405-249-3535 | thecrazycactus.com BRÜMATE SLIM - $25 each You could go with a koozie to keep your drink cold. Or you could step up your canned beverage game to a whole new level. The Brümate Slim fits White Claw, Red Bull, Ultra, and other slim cans perfectly…keeping your drink nicely chilled from start to finish.

Yellow Rose Theatre 1005 SW 4th Street | 405-793-7779 | revivalforchristclub.com Dinner and a Show/Catering – Call for Price Many places are closed but we are open. If you are looking for something to do during the holidays, we will have Pearl's Prayer, one of our original place will be happening through the month of November and Dean Martin’s Christmas Spectacular will happen in December. The Yellow Rose Theater also caters. We can do complete Thanksgiving meals and Christmas too. Call our box office at 793-7779 for prices on catering and showtimes or for more information.

Buttersweet Cupcakes 13315 S. Western Avenue, Suite P | 405-637-9585 | buttersweetcupcakes.com 6 Pack Big Cupcakes - $19.50 Do yah love cupcakes? Do yah wanna choose only the flavors yah like? Buttersweet Cupcakes will let you scratch that itch with this sweetp mix-n-match deal. Choose between 14 flavors including Cookies and Cream, Mocha Latte, Vanilla or Chocolate Birthday Cake, Turtle Cheesecake, Salted Caramel, and Crème Brulee.

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BY KIM BROWN

CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT:

Ways to Support Veteran Owned Businesses

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ovember is National Veterans and Military Families Month. It is an excellent opportunity to celebrate and commemorate the people who have sacrificed so much to protect our freedoms.

It often goes unacknowledged how veterans continue to serve our society once they return home from their military service – including contributing to our community by starting businesses and employing other veterans.

According to 2012 data from the US Census Bureau, over 2 million businesses in the US are majority-owned by veterans. To bring it home: In Oklahoma, records indicate there were 36,273, Cleveland County has 2,219, and Moore has 433 veteran-owned businesses. What is even more critical is the largest portion of these businesses are small businesses.

Every day is a good day to support your community’s businesses. But even more so now than ever, it is a good time to do what you can to support these businesses either as consumers or business owners. If you are unsure of how you can help, here is a list of resources to get you started.

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Discover veteran-owned businesses.

Many databases can help you find veteran-owned businesses online near you – including the Moore Chamber’s website.

Buy veteran. This one is self-explanatory.

What a better way to genuinely support a veteran-owned business that patronizing it. There’s power in your wallet as your voice of support. Do not forget their spouses. Many servicemen and women’s spouses own businesses.

Buy gift cards. Many restaurants and gyms are owned by veterans or military spouses, and they are among the businesses struggling right now. What they need most of all is a cash influx to sustain them right now.

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Hire veterans. If you own a business, make it known that veterans are more than welcome to apply for employment. There are many reasons it is a great idea to hire vets: they have been expertly trained in leadership, work ethic, and team building. Not to mention the tax credits that are available to employers who hire military veterans. You can also benefit from government-paid relocation assistance if the veteran is just coming from active duty.

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Mentor a veteran. Sometimes a veteran small business owner just needs someone they can trust to give them some advice. Make your expertise available to veterans.

Host a workshop for aspiring veteran entrepreneurs.

If mentoring is not your thing, you can also host a workshop on your area of expertise and specifically direct your marketing to veteran business owners and entrepreneurs.

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Share on social media. Post about your favorite veteran-owned businesses and veteran-created products on your social media platforms. Talk about how fantastic the product or service was and use the hashtag #MooreVeteranOwned. A simple post talking about their business is a great way to bring awareness. You can take photos of the business, share the story behind the business, or the owner or comment on how great your experience was.

You can take it one step further, rate their products online, write reviews, and make recommendations.

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Partner with a veteran-owned business. What could this partnership look like? Say you own a roofing company, and you know a veteran-owned gutter

business. Offer your customers a discount if they can show a receipt for having worked with the veteran-owned business recently.

These are just some of the ways that you can support veterans. If all else fails, do not forget to thank a veteran, you know, or meet along your way.

Are you a military veteran? Do you own a business? Take pride in your service to your country and proudly display your service to encourage continued support from your community.

In Moore, we value our veterans. At Veterans Park, our Wall of Honor recognizes approximately 1,000 veterans for their service. At the Moore Chamber, we proudly designate the recognition of our members who are veterans.

ENTREPRENEUR’N MOORE

Why Add SMS to Your Marketing Strategy?

What is SMS Marketing?

SMS marketing, which stands for short message service marketing, is a strategy that allows businesses to send messages to customers via text. In other words, SMS marketing simply refers to text messaging.

Businesses can send text messages to prospects and customers to increase brand awareness, boost engagement, and even generate sales. Below are a few benefits and best practices to help: Lightning Fast Delivery Mobile marketing is lightning fast. When you send out a text message, it gets delivered immediately. Because of this, you can send time-sensitive messages like flash sales and event-related promotions. For instance, you could send users a message on Cyber Monday to maximize sales for that day. Plus, people always have their phones with them, increasing the chances that your message will get seen as soon as it's delivered. In fact, 90% of SMS messages are read in the first 3 minutes.

Open Rate The average open rate for text message marketing campaigns is 98% compared to just a 20% open rate from an email marketing campaign. Not to mention, the average person replies to a text message within 90 seconds, compared to 90 minutes for an email. Even though the world is distracting, text message marketing is a direct route to your audience's attention.

Deliverability Since SMS marketing requires the customer to either opt-in or out, your list comprises only engaged customers. On the other hand, marketing emails typically have more extensive lists, with more frequent sends. Emails have a higher chance of being sent to the spam folder, damaging your reputation, and breaking trust with your customers. 49% of all emails are being marked as spam. With those kinds of statistics, you have to work much harder to get your message into your audience's inbox. Consider this, someone working in an office receives over 120 emails a day, where the average millennial only receives 67 texts each day.

Click-through rate For both SMS marketing and email marketing, the clickthrough rate can be high, but it depends on how well you craft your call to action. The click-through rate of any campaign is determined by the call to action. The average clickthrough rate of an email hovers around 4%, meaning that your email was opened, and the customer followed through a link based on your CTA. A good call to action lets your audience know what's on offer and gives a good enough reason to click-through.

It's more challenging to craft a compelling call to action with text message marketing because you're limited to 160 characters. Since the marketing effort's whole point is to motivate your audience to act on your offer, the link is the most critical asset. When you use a branded link, the customer immediately understands what the CTA is and is more likely to follow through.

Include Personalization When customers get messages tailored specifically to them, they're more likely to pay attention and take action. In fact, personalized content outperforms static content by 42%.

Make It Valuable When users opt-in to receive text messages from you, they expect those messages to be worth their while. You've got to make them valuable. One of the easiest ways to make your text messages valuable is by offering something unique like a special deal or a coupon exclusive to your SMS marketing list: • • • • • •

Offer a Coupon Promote a Sale Announce New Products Send Updates and Notifications Create Appointment Reminders Collect Customer Feedback

Mobile coupon offers are great for driving immediate foot traffic to restaurants and brick-and-mortar stores.

Use SMS Marketing Tools Don't bust out your personal cell phone and start texting customers. Instead, use SMS marketing tools. SMS marketing software lets you automate your SMS marketing. This means you can automatically follow up with contacts, set the exact delivery time, and send text messages triggered by particular behaviors. For instance, when a customer makes a purchase, you can automatically send them delivery updates.

SMS marketing software also makes it easy for you to track your results. You can see how many people opened your message, how many times the link was clicked, and so on.

Be mindful not to send texts early in the morning, on holiday, or during dinner with your family.

Pay attention to the time zones your customers are located in and send messages during appropriate times.

According to SMSGlobal, the best time of the day to send general marketing messages is between 10:31 am–11:29 am or 2:34 pm–3:27 pm.

In summary, text message marketing is becoming more

and more popular due to a combination of advances in technology and changes in customer preference. Customers want it: 85% of consumers surveyed say they prefer receiving a text message over a phone call or email.

As customers & prospective customer's habits change and new technology such as SMS software become available and affordable, it makes a lot of sense to add these tools to your marketing strategy to drive sales and keep your target audience engaged!

Henry Dumas, Business Coach ICF Credentialed Coach – PCC linkedin.com/in/henrydumas Moore Norman Technology Center 405-801-3540 • mntc.edu

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Moore Wish Book

Crockstar Dinner Club 12301 S Western Avenue | 405-203-2723 | crockstardinnerclub.com Yummy Baked Potato Soup - $7.00 Did we say “Yummy”??? That just might be the understatement of the decade. This soup mix is sooooo easy and sooooo tasty that you’ll want to serve it as often as possible during the holidays. And that’s just fine, because it goes equally well as a prelude to dinner, a side dish, or as a meal unto itself.

Hollie's Flatiron Grille 1199 S. I-35 Service Road | 405-799-0300 | holliesflatirongrill.com Brunch- from $6.99 (kids menu) to $14.99 (adults) Served every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Your taste buds will put you on their Christmas card list for this gift.

Kids can enjoy our famous Chicken & Waffle combo or Blueberry Brioche French Toast. The grown-ups can feast on Smothered Hash Browns, Loaded Biscuits, Migas, Breakfast Tacos, or bigger versions of the Chicken & Waffles or Blueberry Brioche French Toast. Oh…and don’t forget the Bloody Mary/Bloody Maria bar.

Donut Palace & Kolache 900 SW 4th Street | 405-799-7530 Christmas Donuts - $1.19 each Forget the chocolate chip cookies! Santa and his crew of elves are stocking up on these Christmas donuts this season. Made fresh daily! These donuts should be the center of the donut universe for donut aficionados everywhere!

The Moore Animal Welfare & Adoption Center 3900 S I-35 Service Road | 405-793-5190 cityofmoore.com/departments/animal-welfare

Adopt a Pet - $70 There’s no better way to spread the spirit of the holidays than to give a forever home to a furry friend. You’ll find dogs and cats for adoption here and your $70 adoption fee includes testing, vaccination for species-specific diseases (dogs & cats), spayed or neutered, and micro-chipping prior to adoption. Call today to set up an appointment.

The Boxcar 2100 N. Eastern Avenue #3 | 405-362-0589 | theboxcarok.com Rekindling with Old Friends - Priceless We'd love to sell you a delicious drink, but even more so, we'd like to offer you a space to reconnect with friends, old and new. A space to power through your daily to-do list. A space to study. A space to laugh. A space to create memories or plan your next adventure. It's not just about the coffee. It's about the conversations, relationships and adventures that are born from a cup of coffee.

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Nosh

Moore Wish Book

200 SE 19th Street | 405-814-9699 | noshinmoore.com/thanksgiving-package Holiday Meal Package - $99/feeds 6 Let Nosh doing the heavy lifting for you this holiday season. This family style “Take and Bake” meal includes your choice of oven-roasted turkey, spiral ham (or a combination of both), garlic mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. You can also add sweet potato casserole, broccoli rice casserole, and/or sweet potato pie for an additional charge.

Al's Bicycles 8900 SW Walker Ave | 405-632-0483 | alsbicycles.com Bicycle Sales, Repairs, and Servicing Al’s Bicycles continues to be Oklahoma’s largest independent bicycle dealer, offering friendly and reliable serve along with the quality brands you expect. Come by and check out the latest bikes and join in on a way of life that represents good health, fun, freedom, personal expression, and so much more. Al’s staff is always on hand to help you find the bicycle, accessories, and apparel perfectly suited to your riding style.

Gregory's Sporting Goods 609 N. Moore Ave. | 405-672-4230 | gregoryssportinggds.com 2021 Baseball/Softball Gear – Range of prices Sure, it’s still 2020. But Gregory’s already has the full spring selection of baseball and softball gear for 2021 in stock. That means there’s plenty of time to get that new glove and have it broken in to perfection by the time spring gets here. Drop by Gregory’s Sporting Goods in Moore to check out the new gear.

The Mac Man

629 NW 7th Street | 405-794-8114 | theokcmacman.com Used Mac devices – Range of prices The Mac Man has been serving the OKC metro area for more than 30 years. Not only do they offer award-winning repair services (they’re an 11-time winner of the Apple Commitment to Excellence Award!), you’ll also want to check out their selection of used laptops, iMacs, and Mac monitors as well as chargers for all your devices.

DZ Comics 625 N. Moore Avenue | 405-735-3994 | dzcomics.com Maximum Venom Action Figure - $31.99 Yeah, sure…an evil alien symbiote turned Eddie Brock into Venom. Now you can take this deluxe-sized rendering of the Marvel anti-hero home. Whether it’s going to be a collectible or a toy you play with regularly, it’s just one of a great selection of action figures, games, comic books, and playing cards you’ll find at DZ Comics.

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Glamoore

101 NE 1st Street | 405-735-1270 Funky Freshies - $12 One of the most popular items you’ll find at the Glamoore Boutique and Salon are the Funky Freshies.

This is a product that is made right here in Moore and can be used to keep your car, closet, or any other area smelling fresh with a funky look! Funky Freshies come in a variety of shapes and scents and they do well in all sorts of Oklahoma weather.

Masters House 223 S. Broadway Ave | 405-237-3131 | mastershouse.com Custom-framed Photos - $64.99 Grandparents can be tricky to buy for because they’re the folks who already have most everything they need. What the grands can’t get enough of is pictures of their grandkids and the Masters House specializes in beautiful, custom-framed photos that will keep Grampa and Nana smiling all winter long. That’s in addition to the Masters House’s full range of custom framing for every occasion.

Family Video 1120 Eastern Ave | 405-799-2255 | familyvideo.com/family-video-moore 10 DVDS - $10 Of course, you will always find the latest DVDs, Blu-rays, and video game available for rental at Family Video. But while you’re there over the holidays, make sure you check out their sales table for a wide selection of used items. That includes their special 10-for-10-Dollars DVDs and Blu-ray movies. Entertainment that’ll keep you busy all winter long!

The Stitching Post

901 N. Moore Ave, Suite B | 405-794-0026 | sewbargain.com Brother SE600 - $425 Bring your creativity to life with this 2-in-1 sewing and 4x4 embroidery machine. You can view your embroidery designs in full-color on the large 3.7” Sew Smart LCD touch screen and preview the design edits before stitching. And this is just one of the models you’ll find at The Stitching Post. You’ll also find classes and events to spark your creative side as well as onsite repair.

Launch Bungee Fitness 1060 SW 4th Street | 405-300-0474 | launchbungeefitness.com Plans & Pricing from $20 - $299 Brand new to Moore, this unique way of working out will take you to new heights through bungee fitness. Launch Bungee Fitness offers classes for every skillset from beginner to advanced. You’ll learn footwork and fly combinations as you grow from Pre-Launch to Defly to Velocity. Also offered are Zumba, Strong30 (HIIT), and Cardio Dance classes.

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ADDRESS: 328 N. Broadway PHONE: 405-249-3535

BY ROB MORRIS

WEB: thecrazycactus.com

The Crazy Cactus

HOURS: 12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Mon – Fri 11:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday Closed Sunday

women’s clothing boutique that caters to every age, carrying sizes from children’s small to 3X. You’ll find tops, t-shirts, bottoms, footwear, accessories, and curvy fashions. The store also has an excellent selection of stocking stuffers. That includes the very popular Brümate can coolers. You might call them “koozies on steroids.”

“We keep a really nice selection of these in stock because people are always coming in looking for them,” said Bridgers. “They do a fantastic job of keeping your canned drink ice cold, so they’re trendy.”

For Bridgers, the idea that eventually became “The Crazy Cactus” began in a very confined space.

“This whole thing started up four years ago inside my little 100-squarefoot bedroom,” said Bridgers.

“I was going to school to become a teacher, and I was doing some craft shows as kind of a hobby.”

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f there is a center of the local leopard print universe, you just might find it at “The Crazy Cactus” in Old Town Moore. Owner Brooke Bridgers says there’s no question that people are crazy for leopard print, and her store struggles to keep it in stock.

“It literally flies off the shelves,” said Bridgers, “Leopard print hats, shoes, leggings, purses, whatever. People absolutely love it.”

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After setting that hobby aside for a short while, she picked it up again in 2019.

Since that time, it has blos-

LOCATED IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN, SOONER SHOPPING CENTER IS ONE OF MOORE’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER, RECENTLY RENOVATED, AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED RETAIL AND OFFICE ESTABLISHMENTS. Sooner Shopping Center is located at one of Moore’s busiest interseccons, at NW 5th and Broadway, with convenient access to I-35 north and southbound exits.

It has been recently remodeled with covered walkways, well-lit ample parking, a mulltude of remodeled office suites with in-suite restrooms, and a large common area with ple plenty of seaang. At nearly 45,000 square feet, the shopping center is comprised of several retail establishments and businesses. Come see what everyone is talking about!

For informaaon on lease space available, please contact Kylee at (405)313-8817 or kgrive@ocosports.com.

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“We started off shipping mostly to Texas and Oklahoma,” said Bridgers. “But lately, we’ve been shipping all over. West Virginia, Georgia, New York, even Canada. It’s kind of cool when you look down at the list and see all the places you’ve shipped to.”

The store’s popularity and stock continue to grow. Bridgers says she feels blessed by the store's success and is excited about prepping for her first Christmas in the new location.

“We have a whole bunch of Christmas stuff that we’re getting ready to pull,” said Bridgers. “We’ll get that out as we get closer to Christmas, and we’ll have plenty of great stocking stuffers for folks to look through as well.”

somed into a popular and expanding storefront in Old Town Moore.

“I had just had a baby and had started up again,” said Bridgers, “I wasn’t doing any shows, so I went out and found a building just to the south of our current location.”

That first building was a tiny spot right across from the Old School building. Bridgers says they outgrew it quickly and moved to their new location directly across the street from City Hall in July.

“We had to do a lot of work to get the store ready,” said Bridgers. “My husband was the one who did a lot of the work, painting and putting new flooring in.”

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for Bridgers to find staff, but she says it hasn’t really impacted her sales so far.

“I’ve been way understaffed,” said Bridgers, “But to be honest, business has been the best it’s ever been for me.”

Part of the success of The Crazy Cactus extends to the website and orders from all across the country.

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Business Building Blocks

POWERED BY

Francine Johnson RN, BSN

Health Training

Francine Johnson is a Health Coordinator for Moore Norman Technology Center in Workforce and Economic Development. She has been a Registered Nurse for over 30 years. As a highly motivated Health Educator she develops comprehensive heath education programs in serving others to help students find gainful employment in the health care industry.

Keeping up with changes in health and medical advances can be a challenge. MNTC’s Health Training instructors are industry experts, and they deliver training that gets students certified and to work, quickly.

Consider MNTC as the best resource for your organization and employees when there is need for individual or group training to maintain certifications, or skills training in new or emerging technologies related to the health field. We can provide instruction at your site, or in one of our multiple health labs.

CLASSES & TRAINING OFFERED: • IV Therapy • Wound care • Venipuncture • CPR • Certified Nursing Assistant • Physician Office Coding Improvement • Certified Medication Aide • CEU for most

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What is the mission of your area?

The mission of our area is we offer industry-driven educational classes delivered in a flexible format to support the unique and diverse needs of our adult students who seek professional and personal development in the health field setting. Our mission statement is Preparing for Success, changing lives, and building better tomorrows.

How has your workforce area partnered with industry before?

We have worked with many retirement and assisted living communities in continued education for requirements for state certification and have assisted in referring students that we train in certified nurse aide to apply for positions with their community. We want to work, communicate, adapt, learn and grow with the businesses we serve.

Powered by Moore Norman Technology Center

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We work with several of our local health businesses with training, consulting and coaching in the health area. We collaborate with business clients to assess needs and offer customized solutions to support identified business goals.

FJ: I love my job and have worked as a Registered Nurse for 30 years. I love to empower people, patients, clients and students. Starting out at Vo-Tech before the name change to Career Tech back in the seventies, I was in the program of nurse aide which prepared and empowered me with excellence to enter workforce development. I moved forward to continue my education with achieving a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Langston University.

KR: I honestly love my students. They are so motivated and driven. I love that I now have former students, many in the health field that come back and share their "on the job knowledge" with new students coming through.

South Penn Campus

What do you love about what you do?

13301 S. Pennsylvania Oklahoma City, OK 73170

What is one thing people don't know about what you do?

Franklin Road Campus

She feels that Career Tech was a great way to train nurses, and to teach them the essential skills.

(405) 801-5000 • mntc.edu

Katie earned a Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing and spent much of her career in critical care, post anesthesia and occupational health.

4701 12th Avenue NW Norman, OK 73069

Katie Reynolds is a Registered Nurse and a short-term health program coordinator for the Workforce and Economic Development team at Moore Norman Technology Center. She coordinates training for Emergency Medical Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Nurse Review, AUA, Pharmacy Technician, and Medical Scribe.

Preparing for Success, Changing Lives, Building Better Tomorrows.

Katie Reynolds RN, MSN

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Veterans Memorial Park is, without question, one of the City of Moore’s most iconic parks. It represents the community’s appreciation for those who have sacrificed and served in all five branches of the U.S. military in a very tangible way.

Kathy & Steve Griffith

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MOORE’S VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK LOOKS TO HONOR MORE VETERANS

Kathy Griffith has been involved with the park from the beginning.

Griffith says that while she never had the privilege of serving in the military herself, there were strong family and community connections to those who served. While she was serving on the Moore City Council, a group of city leaders began to talk about the need to honor Veterans from Moore.

“There was a group of individuals who got together to discuss the idea,” said Griffith. “David Shugart, who passed away shortly after, Stan Drake, Preston Sims, and Todd Jenson. We all agreed that we needed a way to just say, ‘Thank you and welcome home!’ to the service members, their families, and the civilians who have served.”

Phase I was completed and the park was opened in September of 2007. In the six-years following the initial opening, the park was upgraded and expanded to include a playground and wooden statues honoring Veterans from U.S. wars beginning with World War I. “Our men and women who have served have done so much for our country,” said Griffith. “They are one of the reasons why we are the greatest nation in the world. This park has done so much to show our appreciation to them in a very public way.”

Veterans Memorial Park took a direct hit during the deadly May 2013 tornado. That storm did an estimated $600,000 in damages.

“It was beyond devastating,” said Griffith. “I couldn’t

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even look at the photos or video. Those wonderful wooden statues took a big hit, and the debris was so bad you couldn’t put your hand on the ground where there wasn’t some piece of debris.”

But while the pain and damage inflicted by the twister were profound, Griffith says it was encouraging to see people rally to restore it.

“People came from all over to help,” said Griffith. “You hear so much about negativity in the world, but here were all these folks showing up with gloves, tools, and supplies.

They were walking shoulder-to-shoulder with us to put that park back together.”

As the rebuilding process took place, something remarkable happened.

Veterans Memorial Park in Moore surged to the top of the voting in a national contest sponsored by Coca-Cola. The 17acre city park beat out more than 12,000 U.S. parks, including the Grand Canyon and Yosemite, and was named “America’s Favorite Park” in 2013. Coca-Cola presented the City of Moore with a $100,000 check in November of 2013. That check helped with various aspects of repairing the park, including installing a great new playground area.

Now Moore’s American Legion Post 184 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8706 are engaged in Phase III of a plan for the park, which would honor more of the men and women who have served our country.

“Phase III is for the Wall of Honor,” said Griffith. “We have room for more plaques on the Wall of Honor, and so we’re hoping to add as many as 200 names. Anyone can submit a veteran’s name. The only requirements are that they are a U.S. Veteran who has lived or currently lives in Moore or attended a Moore school.”

To submit the name of a Veteran, just call 405-794-5445 to request an application. The completed form will need to include a copy of the DD-214 and/or proof of Honorable Discharge.

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attending OSU-OKC in their police science program while I was at Dayton. I was still in school about 13 years ago when I interviewed here in Moore and the chief wanted me to come onboard at that time.

Education: John Marshall High School, OSU-OKC BACKGROUND: I grew up in North Oklahoma City. After high school I was really focused on providing for my family, so I worked first at Walmart and then moved out to the Dayton Tire plant. I started

FAMILY: I have two sons. My oldest son is Jordan, who is 20. My youngest is JaColby. He’s 13. I feel like the biggest part of my job in life is helping provide for my sons.

If you see a crime, call or email: (405) 793-5160 moorecrimetips@gmail.com

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CURRENT FOCUS: For the department, I’m all about doing my job with excellence and working hard on community relations. Away from the police department I work a lot to help provide for my family, including a second job as a lawn business. My church is also a big part of my life. I volunteer at my church as what we call an “armor bearer.” It’s kind of hard to describe, but I like to think of it as an assistant-to-the-pastor who does a little bit of everything from security to just helping out with anything that my pastor needs.

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REASON FOR BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER: The things I love about this job all have to do with helping people. It’s a tough job because you do experience a lot of negative things, but it’s the positive things like being part of a great community like Moore that make it so worthwhile. I know for myself and the rest of my fellow officers, we all have that attitude that we can make a positive difference in peoples’ lives. For me that means doing little things, like helping people out with gas money and giving back in ways like that here and there. And we get such a great response from so many people here. Moore’s just a great place.

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Aging Services, Inc. Announces Online Auction Fundraiser

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ging Services, Inc.'s mission is to enhance Cleveland County senior adults' lives and dignity by providing programs, services, and referrals that assist and promote healthy, independent living.

Among the many programs offered are: Transportation, Housekeeping, Respite Voucher, Advantage Waiver, Home Delivered Meals, and Congregate Meals at Moore Brand Senior Center, Eastlake Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Norman Senior Citizens Center, Rose Rock Villa in Norman, and Noble Senior Center.

Because of the pandemic, we have been delivering 12,500 meals per month in Cleveland County since the pandemic. 12,500 is double the number of monthly meals we usually serve.

We have not turned any senior away from receiving a hot home-delivered meal. We normally serve meals five days a week; however, we are now providing two frozen meals on Fridays to be used over the weekend.

If you have been to the grocery store or had groceries delivered, you have noticed the steady rise in your grocery bill. Aging Services is seeing the same increase with our food bills. We need your help to continue to serve any senior who needs us to provide them with meals.

Aging Services had scheduled its annual fundraiser at the Yellow Rose Theatre with an auction, but because of Covid, that is not possible this year.

However, we will have an online auction to help us raise funds to cover our food costs.

The auction will start on Sunday, November 15, and end on Saturday, November 21. The link for this online auction will appear through our website at agingservicesok.com. The link will appear on the front page of our website, and you will be able to bid on our fabulous auction items.

Some of the items that will be on the website are: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Electric fireplace Signed OU memorabilia Grilling bucket with grilling tools, a cookbook, several sauces, and condiments Signed 'Rules of Engagement' Cast Picture and Purse Gardening basket Quilt Dinner gift cards Jewelry Pet Basket and Bed Crystal Wine Stopper and Wine Bottle Holder Fishing Poles and Guided Fishing Trip Bedre Chocolate with Chocolate Wine

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • NOVEMBER 2020 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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT YELLOW ROSE THEATER Don’t miss the show that started it all! The award-winning comedy from Timothy Vanover: “Pearl’s Prayer.” Limited run from November 6th through November 21st.

Every Friday and Saturday night. For information or tickets (dinner and show) call the Yellow Rose box office at 405-793-7779.

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART OK/LA Through March 7, 2021 This exhibition features the work of six former Oklahomans who left the state in the late 1950s for Los Angeles: Patrick Blackwell, Joe Goode, Jerry McMillan, Ed Ruscha, Paul Ruscha, and Mason Williams. Blackwell, Goode, McMillan, and Ed Ruscha studied at the Chouinard Art Institute and shared a house at 1818 N. New Hampshire. For a brief time, they identified themselves as the “Students Five,” joined at various times by fellow students Wall Batterton and Don Moore, and they sought advertising commissions through a national ad. Each departed Chouinard and the house in the early 1960s to pursue their respective careers.Williams, a lifelong friend of Ed Ruscha’s, came to prominence in the 1960s as an author, comedian, composer, musician, and poet.

Paul Ruscha, Ed’s younger brother, also pursued a career as an artist, relocating permanently to L.A. in 1973.

Their respective contributions in various media suggest the friends held similar sensibilities. The group maintained close relationships that manifested in their work as collaborations, formal or conceptual parallels, and even “inside jokes.” Although each of the artists took a different path, the intersections between their lives and work over the decades, from their youth in Oklahoma to their relocation to and life in Southern California, constitute a shared history evident in their work over six decades.

KIOWA AGENCY – “STORIES OF THE SIX” VIRTUAL GALLERY TALK WITH THE CURATORS Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m.

From 1927 to 1929, while at the University of Oklahoma, six Kiowa artists created many paintings featuring Kiowa culture.

Now referred to as the Kiowa Six, this cohort included Spencer Asah, James Auchiah, Jack Hokeah, Stephen Mopope, Lois Smoky, and Monroe Tsatoke.

Previous scholarship about the group has credited Oscar B. Jacobson, who was the director of OU’s School of Art at the time, with “discovering” the Kiowa Six and having a pivotal role in their artistic production. While acknowledging that several individuals had an impact on their early careers, this exhibit aims to rewrite the narrative. Both before and after their short residencies at OU, members of the Kiowa Six acted as strong agents of cultural preservation and transmission. Asserting their own agency, they navigated individually the pressures of assimilation from the Kiowa Agency as well as external expectations for their artistic practices.

“Kiowa Agency” is generously supported by the Mellon Foundation. The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art and the graduate student curators for the exhibit, Mariah Ashbacher, Julia Harth, and Olivia von Gries, acknowledge the Osage and Wichita People, on whose ancestral lands this exhibition is located.

COFFEE WITH THE COLLECTION VIRTUAL DISCUSSION Friday, November 28 at 9:30 a.m.

Grab your favorite cup of coffee and start your morning off right with a delightful look at artwork from the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Once a month, these 30-minute virtual discussions will feature a favorite object from the collection presented by a curator, OU faculty member, or other art professional. With a mix of works currently on view or from the vaults as well as recent acquisitions, you won't want to miss these candid conversations.

Friday, November 20th at 9:30am, Francesca Giani, Robert S. and Grayce B. Kerr Fellow at the Charles M. Russell Center for the study of Art of the American West will be discussing Paul Gauguin's Suburb Under Snow (Winter Day) from the Weitzenhoffer Collection.

Coffee with the Collection has partnered with Black Camel Coffee, a new local roaster, to offer a specialty roast that correlates with each month's featured art-

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work. For Norman residents, Black Camel Coffee will deliver your purchase right to your door at no extra charge.

Visit Black Camel Coffee to purchase November's special roast, Coffee Under Snow, and enjoy a taste of art during the program.

OCCC VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER THEATER K.C. CLIFFORD IN CONCERT VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 p.m.

ONLINE TICKETS: $10 VIP TICKETS: $50 “May you have eyes to see that every soul’s a common ground, break each one open and there’s all this beauty to be found,” K.C. Clifford sings on “Salt,” the first song released from her self-titled seventh album. The three-time Woody Guthrie Award-winning singer-songwriter has been making records since 2000. A lifelong vocalist, K.C. spent her childhood devouring the music her father listened to; a bluegrass musician and original member of Mountain Smoke. K.C.'s new album marks the first time K.C. has released an album based entirely around piano.

Seating for this event is very limited. VIP Tickets go on sale November 3, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. and are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Visit tickets.occc. edu for details on purchasing tickets.

To watch the live concert from the comfort of your home, visit https://mylive-now. com/occc/. Live streaming tickets will be available soon!

MATT SCHINSKE IN CONCERT VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES Tuesday, November 24 at 7:00 p.m.

ONLINE TICKETS: $10 VIP TICKETS: $50 Matt Schinske is a concert pianist known for an exquisite touch that comes from a warm spirit. Combining elements of classical, jazz, and pop, his distinct sound expresses joy and peace that reaches the heart of the listener. As a composer and arranger, Matt has over 40 pieces and 3 books published by Alfred Music, Lorenz Publications, and Shawnee Press. Along with his composing and performing, Matt is the music director and pianist for Darci Lynne and Friends.

Seating for this event is very limited. VIP Tickets go on sale November 3, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. and are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Visit tickets.occc. edu for details on purchasing tickets.

To watch the live concert from the comfort of your home, visit https://mylive-now. com/occc/. Live streaming tickets will be

available soon!

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION 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).

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, November 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, November 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, November 10 at 5:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOORE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, November 16 at 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.

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.

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.

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) 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 Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call

FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS, GOOD LUCK! Wishing you a safe, healthy, and successful season.

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BY RICHIE SPLITT, PRESIDENT & CEO NORMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

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Preventive Medicine Physician Joins SOKC The newest physician to join Norman Regional focuses on preventive medicine. Sumit Som, MD, joins our Primary Care – South OKC clinic, 2605 S.W. 119TH St. The goal of preventive medicine is to promote health and well-being and prevent disease and disability.

Dr. Som's goal is to help his patients prevent long-term diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol issues. Dr. Som attended medical school at the University of Oklahoma and completed his residency at Texas A&M University Health Sciences Center.

"I help all my patients with their existing diseases, as well as work with them to prevent future diseases," Dr. Som said.

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One of our own Norman Regional employees found out he had lung cancer through a simple, non-invasive test offered by the Health System. After seeing one of Norman Regional's promotions for a $79 lung scan, Bill Burrows was diagnosed with lung cancer. This scan is a non-invasive and painless way to screen for lung cancer. Burrows had surgery to remove the top right lobe of his lung. Since the cancer was detected before it spread anywhere else in his body, Burrows did not need further treatment, such as radiation or chemotherapy.

"Mr. Burrows is a prime example of why the lung screening program offered at Norman Regional Health System is very important," said Interventional Pulmonologist Dr. Sergio Garcia. "It provides early detection. This one simple scan saved his life."

Dr. Som enjoys hiking with his wife and dogs, watching the soccer team Manchester United, and reading. Dr. Som's favorite food is Buffalo wings but in moderation!

He also enjoys a healthy salad. He has played the violin since age five. Dr. Som is welcoming new patients, so please call Primary Care South OKC at 405-912-3400 to make an appointment.

Thank You to Our Healers As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to give thanks to our Norman Regional team, who we call healers. I want to thank each of our NRHS healers for the tremendous work they are accomplishing and the lifesaving care they are providing to our community. I see the sacrifices our healers are making for our patients, their co-healers, and our organization.

I want them to know that their strength, courage, and compassion are appreciated.

And we appreciated the support we received and continue to receive from the community. Our healers are thankful for your letters, your gifts of a meal or cup of coffee, and your parking lot displays of gratefulness. Thank you, Moore.

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Should they play a role in my daily diet?

Pulses are nutritionally dense, edible seeds of legumes that are gluten and allergen friendly. There are many different varieties of pulses. A partial list includes adzuki beans, baked beans, butter beans, cannellini beans, fava beans, kidney beans, soybeans, black-eyed peas, chickpeas, split peas, lentils, and lupins. Soy type foods such as tofu and soy-based drinks also fall under the list of pulse foods.

hydrates in ½ cup. Consuming pulses produces what is called the “lentil effect,” also known as the “second meal effect,” leading to lower spikes in insulin and improved blood sugar maintenance. These benefits make them an excellent option for those who are diagnosed with diabetes.

To put it into perspective, here are a few facts. Pulses have nearly four times more fiber than brown rice and contain twice the protein of quinoa. One serving of black beans contains as much iron as a 3oz flank steak.

Red kidney beans are loaded with more antioxidants than blueberries or pomegranate juice. Chickpeas contain three times more folate per serving than kale.

Folate is an essential B vitamin for brain development and function and is vital Pulses should definitely play a role in your daily diet. Pulses are rich in fiber, protein, during pregnancy to reduce the risk for neural tube birth defects. folate, zinc, magnesium, potassium, and iron, making them a nutrition powerhouse.

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BRAND SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES • NOVEMBER 2020

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BOOK REVIEW

Ways to Make Sunshine

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ewberry Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renee Watson has written a delightful, uplifting story for third and fourth grade readers.

The first in a series, this is a sweet and realistic story featuring Ryan Hart, a fourth-grade girl who is learning how to live up to her name which means “leader.” Ryan tries to always focus on the good and spread sunshine, even when her

family is dealing with difficult financial situations and they must move to another home. Ryan loves riding bikes with her brother, creating new recipes, and hanging out with her friends.

If you enjoy Ways to Make Sunshine, you may enjoy other books by Renee Watson like What Momma Left Me or Some Places More Than Others.

For more book recommendations stop by your local library or call 405-979-2200.

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LIBRARY SCHEDULES

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM PROGRAM CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER 1 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 7 and Nov. 21 Teen Dungeons and Dragons Teens will take part a new adventure with each session lasting roughly three hours. Advance registration is required.

4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Minecraft Online Using a private server donated by Nitrado, Minecraft fans can join in games hosted by the library three times a week. Register with an email address or sign up by emailing htritz@pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 Community Conversation: OKC Law Enforcement Reform Members of Oklahoma City’s Law Enforcement Policy Task Force will be part of a panel discussion on potential law enforcement policy reform. This task force was created by OKC Mayor David Holt. The program is for ages 18 and up and advance registration is required.

10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Story Time Join children’s librarians from around the Pioneer Library System for stories, songs and fun on the library’s Facebook page, www.facebook. com/pioneerlibrarysystem.

10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 Third Saturday Book Group This adult book discussion will be on “The Boat Runner” by Devin Murphy. A copy may be downloaded from OverDrive or Hoopla or physical copies are available at local libraries.

7 p.m. Tuesdays Bedtime Story Time It’s an evening version of the twice-weekly Story Times presented by PLS children’s librarians.

Physical Libraries Closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, for the annual library Staff Training Day; and Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and Nov. 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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THE STATION SCHEDULE • NOVEMBER 2020 ACTIVITIES & CLASSES

Due to positive tests for the coronavirus in Cleveland County this schedule is subject to change at any point in time. Please check with www.cityofmoore.com or call (405) 793-5090 for more information.

This is a partial list of schedules, activities, and classes available through the Moore Parks & Recreation department. You can find something of interest for everyone by visiting The Station website at: centralpark.cityofmoore.com/activities-programs or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090.

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FITNESS

FIT AS A FIDDLE

When: November – December 2 nd Tuesday Mornings

January 5th – May 25th Tuesday Mornings Time: 11:00 A.M -12:00 P.M. Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per Month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 20 maximum Description: Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

CREATIVE ARTS ‘LIL KIDS CRAFTS

When: November 1st – December 23rd Thursday mornings

January 7th – May 27th Thursday mornings Time: 11:00am – 12:00 pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Registration: By the first Thursday of each month, 20 maximum Description: In this class kids will create, mold and build different things using clay as your base.

PERFORMING ARTS TODDLER DANCE CLASS

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: November 19th - December 19th Thursday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th)

January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 4-6 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 18th for November Classes

November 1st- January 6th for January Classes

November 1st – February 3rd for February Classes Description: This class uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital.

Recitals will be the end of February.

BABY BALLET

When: November 19th - December 17th Thursday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th)

January 7th - January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 18 months - 3 Years Fee: $25 per session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 18th for Nov/Dec Classes

November 1st-January 6th for January Classes

November 1st- February 3rd for February ClassesDescription: Without mom and dad, the child gets to learn the basics of Ballet through music, movement, and balance. Fun, positive, and appropriate for the little ones. All classes will get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital. Recitals will be at the end of February at a date to be determined.

When: November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th)

January 6th -January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 3 – 5 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes

November 1st- January 5th for January Classes

November 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: Toddlers will learn the basics of dance while having fun and making new friends in the process. All classes will get practice sessions for a recital included in the cost. Recitals will be the end of February.

YOUTH

COMBO DANCE CLASS

YOUTH ART

When: November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th)

January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 4-6 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes

November 1st- January 5th for January Classes

November 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance.

High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

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FITNESS

YOUTH SPORTS AND FITNESS

When: November 1st – December 22nd Tuesday afternoons

January 5th – May 25th Tuesday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Ages: 6 – 12 Years Fee: $25/month Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 30 maximum Description: All types of sports will be learned and played to increase health and wellness in youth. A fitness regime will be developed for youth of this age to better develop muscles and cardio fitness. This class is perfect for home school health and fitness classes.

CREATIVE ARTS When: November 1st – December 21st Monday afternoons

January 4th – May 31st Monday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs. Old Fee: $25/month Registration: Check with Front Desk for registration.

Description: In this class kids learn how to draw, paint, sculpt and build different things using all types of artistic media. Perfect for home school art classes.

HOLIDAY TEEN ARTS & CRAFTS

When: November 3rd – December 8th (Tuesday nights) Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 13-15 Yrs. Old Fee: $20 per session/5 Station Passholders per session (No Charge)

Registration: Through November 2nd Description: Teens will have fun making holiday ornaments, gifts and fun projects for friends and family. Supplies are included. Register now to take part in this “getting ready for the holidays” program!

HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS 4 ADULTS

When: November 2nd – December 7th (Monday nights) Time: 6:45pm – 8:15pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 15+ Yrs. Old Fee: $25 per session/5 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) Registration: Through November 8th Description: Create floral, paper, and clay projects to decorate or give as gifts.

PERFORMING ARTS COMBO DANCE CLASS

When: November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th)

January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes

November 1st- January 5th for January Classes

November 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance.

High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: November 19th -December 17th Thursday Nights

(4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th)

January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through November 18th for Nov/Dec Classes

November 1st-January 6th for January Classes

November 1st – February 3rd for February Classes Description: This uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital.

Recitals will be the end of February.

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NOVEMBER 2020 • THE STATION SCHEDULE

ADULT FITNESS

PICKLEBALL

When: Coed Through December 29th

Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders, $20/month for Non-Passholders Where: Moore Community Center Gym Registration: on site Description: Play this nationally trending sport twice a week.

Scoring and rules will be covered.

OPEN CORNHOLE

When: January 4th - February 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) Time: 5:15pm- 6:15pm for January Classes Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or Day Pass for the The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: November 1st- January 3rd for Jan/Feb Classes Description: Enjoy family fun while learning one of the easiest games in the gym. League will be set up in the spring.

CREATIVE ARTS

ADULT DRAWING CLASS

When: January 12th-February 2nd Tuesday Nights

(4 Classes) Time: 6:30pm - 8:15pm for January Classes Ages: 15+ Fee: $20 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: November 1st - January 11th for January Classes Description: Use various drawing media including charcoal, pencil, and ink. Subjects will include still life, landscape, perspective, and portraits. All supplies included. Class taught by certified art instructor.

SPECIAL INTEREST SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: January 4th - February 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: November 1st- January 3rd for January Classes Description: Learn Spanish for beginners. Adult classes will teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world.

CONTINUATION SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: January 7th - Febuary 25th Every Thursday (8 Classes) Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: November 1st-January 3rd for January Classes Description: For anyone who has completed Spanish 4 Adults at the Station or is interested in refreshing their Spanish. This class is not for beginners but is for those who are past the beginner step but are not quite at the intermediate level. This class will continue to teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world. This class will also use more conversation and further enhance your Spanish vocabulary.

FAMILY FAMILY TEAM CHALLENGE NIGHT

When: One Friday of each month beginning September 25th

(11/20/20, 12/18/21) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm

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Ages: All ages - Children 6 & Under must be accompanied by an Adult.

Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Family v. Family! Is your family good at Trivia, or how about Connect 4, Hearts or Backgammon? Tournaments will be set up for the fun and festivities on these great family night gatherings!

TABLE TENNIS LESSONS

When: November 1st – December 11th (no activity November 27th) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Ages: 6 & Up, families encouraged Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Description: Whether you want to play just for fun or have a more competitive game, this table tennis activity is for you. Lessons and beginner games will be part of the fun.

CAMPS

THANKSGIVING BREAK ART CAMP

When: November 23rd – November 25th Time: 9AM-12PM Ages:

6 to 12 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st- November 22nd Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. You will use watercoolers, paint, crayons, beads, strings, and clay. So much fun and the best part is you get to keep and take home what you make.

THANKSGIVING BREAK GIZMO’S, GADGETS, & THANG’S CAMP PRESENTS: WACKY SCIENCE

When: November 23rd – November 25th Time: 1PM-4PM Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st-November 22nd Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Science has never been this much fun before. In this camp you will get to create and participate in experiments, make a mess, and get your hands dirty all in the name of Science. Don’t miss out in the action as this camp is sure to fill up fast.

THANKSGIVING BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP

When: November 23rd – November 25th Time: 9AM-12PM Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st – November 22nd Class Minimum: 20 Class Maximum: 150 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

CHRISTMAS BREAK GIZMO’S, GADGETS, & THANG’S CAMP PRESENTS: ROBOTS

When: December 28th – December 31st Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st – December 27th Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Science has never been this much fun before. In this camp you will get to build and create your very own robot that will do multiple things. You might get to assemble a robotic car, plane or pendulum

machine. This camp will keep you engaged from beginning to end.

CHRISTMAS BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP

When: December 28th – December 31st Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st – December 27th Instructor: Scott Hodges Class Minimum: 20 Class Maximum: 150 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

CHRISTMAS BREAK EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP

When: December 28th – December 29th Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Ages: 6 to 12 Fee:

$80 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1st – December 27th Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 30 Description: Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies and more!

You will also learn about different habits and create different types of arts and crafts that relate to those species and their habits.

CHRISTMAS BREAK VOLLEYBALL CAMP

When: December 28 th – December 31st Time: 9:00am – 11:00am Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: November 1 st – December 27th Class Minimum: 20 Class Maximum: 50 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

ALL ABOARD KIDS CLUB

When: Through December 31st (except holidays) Time: Monday – Friday 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturdays – 9:00am – 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Ages: 7-12 Fee: Free for Station Passholders & The Station Day Pass Holders Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Designed especially for kids 7-12 years of age.

Depending on the day the kids can, play various sports and games in the gym ranging from basketball, soccer, dodgeball and this is just to name a few. There will also be days and times where the youngsters can expand their mind by participating in arts and crafts as well having fun playing board games. The only requirements are that you are either a passholder or a day passholder and that children are between the ages of 7 and 12. We hope to see your kiddos come out and enjoy the fun. The Station really is a place for everyone!

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

JUSTIN BEAN Takes His Game to the Next Level S

outhmoore alum Justin Bean remembers the moment well.

It was the first time he had a chance at significant minutes at Utah State University when he heard an odd sound coming from the Aggie home crowd.

"There was this really low echo, so at first I thought they were booing me, to be honest," said Bean. "I HAD turned the ball over, but they kept chanting it as the game went on, and I couldn't figure out what I'd done wrong."

Turns out, he'd done nothing wrong. It quickly dawned on him that the fans were chanting his last name.

"I guess it's a name that you don't really hear a lot," said Bean. "So, I think the name is kinda catchy, and it's easy to grab onto."

Bean is being humble, of course. It takes a lot more than having a unique name to become a fan favorite. When you pair up that uncommon name (apologies to Ronald Atkinson of "Mr. Bean" fame in England) with Justin Bean's signature level of intensity on the basketball court, it's easy to understand why Utah State basketball fans would embrace him.

"I always took pride in those things," said Bean. "Hustle, grit, rebounding. I might not be the most naturally talented player on the floor, but I was always determined to outwork my opponent. Even back in high school."

That's how those who watched Bean during his Southmoore days remember the 6'7" athlete. Always scratching and clawing on the boards, diving onto the floor for loose balls, and sticking his nose into the scrum on defense. Make no mistake about it, Bean is a talented basketball player. But it has been his dogged 42 | MOORE MONTHLY | NOVEMBER 2020

determination to always improve that has led to some pretty impressive accolades as he enters his junior year of NCAA hoops play.

All-Mountain West Conference Third Team All-Mountain West Defensive Team MVP of the Jamaica Classic 17th in the nation with 16 double-doubles during the 2019-2020 season Mountain West Scholar-Athlete Mountain West All-Academic "It's taken a lot of hard work," says Bean. "Even when I'm home in the summer for a month during the off-season, my parents and my brothers have all been super-supportive of me. They help me stay disciplined with my training."

Bean says it helps to have a coaching staff that really understands what it takes for players to improve in every aspect of the game.

"No doubt our coaches here are huge into player development," said Bean. "Each summer is really an opportunity to, to make that stride and to really separate yourself from the, um, the other levels of competition. We're usually in the weight room four-to-five days a week with our strength coaches, making sure we do everything we can to improve."

The difference is pretty striking when you look at some of Bean's Southmoore game photos next to current pics from Utah State competition. The

nament for the second straight year. He and his teammates have taken that disappointment and turned it into fuel for the upcoming season.

"We really want to get that third one and have a three-peat," said Bean. "That's the mentality of this team, hoping that we can finish this season, get another Mountain West championship, and then make a run in the tournament."

For Bean, the understanding that nothing comes easy is something he's embraced since he first started playing the game. He and his teammates share this hard-nosed attitude, which elevates their confidence as they prepare for the 2020-2021 slate.

"We're really deep this year," said Bean. "We have a lot of younger guys who are coming in and have a lot to prove. We're hungry. We just have to stay focused and take advantage of the opportunities when they come."

skinny kid who skidded all over the place in the gym on Santa Fe Avenue has beefed up noticeably. His improvement has kept pace with the Utah State program's overall progress, which has become one of the best in the Mountain West Conference. Coach Craig Smith is in his second year with the Aggies. His tenure includes back-to-back Mountain West Tournament Championships and NCAA tournament berths. Smith's two-year record at Utah State is 54-15 overall with a 27-9 conference mark.

"He really brought a change to the culture of Utah State basketball," said Bean. "His mentality is that no matter who we play, we're going to be the toughest team on both ends of the floor.

I think the credit for the kind of success we've had goes to him.

He has helped create this expectation of winning for us, where we know it's not necessarily going to be easy. It's going to hard and tough. But we'll never regret a single moment of working hard to achieve it."

That run of success was cut short by the arrival of COVID-19 on the national scene last March. Bean says it was disappointing to not get a chance to play in the NCAA tour-

And while Bean's focus is understandably locked in on Utah State basketball and his college classes, he does pay attention to what's going on back home in Moore. Especially as it pertains to Southmoore High School.

"Southmoore is a truly incredible place," said Bean. "I'll never forget my time there.

It's where I learned to love the game at a new level and to face challenges with a full head of steam.

Even things like the May 2013 tornado taught me so much about living life and friendships."

He still keeps in touch with his teammates from those Sabercat days. And he says he was paying attention recently when the Sabercat softball team won a state fastpitch championship. He hopes that all those who follow in his footsteps learn the same great lessons he did while he was there.

"The only thing I'd say to those current students is, 'Never take any moment for granted. Continue to believe in yourself and face the challenges that come your way, and you'll experience something special in life'," said Bean.

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NOVEMBER SPORTS CALENDAR

MOORE Football

November 6 November 12-13

Swimming

November 3 November 10

November 19

Wrestling

November 7

November 14

November 20

Mustang (Senior Night) Playoffs

SOUTHMOORE Football

November 12-13

Swimming @Norman (OU Pool) @Shawnee (Shawnee YMCA) @Harrah (Harrah Pool)

November 3 November 10

November 19

Wrestling @PC West Pre-Season Tournament @Westmoore Open Tournament Red & Blue Ranking

Playoffs

November 7 November 14 November 21

WESTMOORE Football

November 5 November 12-13

@Norman (OU Pool) @Shawnee (Shawnee YMCA) @Harrah (Harrah Pool)

Swimming

SaberCats Chili Kickoff @Westmoore Open Southmoore Open

Wrestling

November 3 November 10

November 19

November 10 November 14 November 21

Jenks (Senior Night) Playoffs

@Norman (OU Pool) @Shawnee (Shawnee YMCA) @Harrah (Harrah Pool)

Wrestle-A-Thon Westmoore Open @Southmoore Open

to Head Coach Jason Lingo and the Southmoore Lady Sabercats for winning the 6A State Fastpitch Championship

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