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Underground spring leaves Village residents with ‘swampy’ yards By Eric Oesch Staff Writer A natural spring in The Village? That’s what residents near the intersection of Gladstone Terrace and Carlton Way, just south of Ridgeview Elementary, have dealt with for nearly 70 years. The spring causes a continual flow of water draining
along the north curb line of Gladstone. The Village City Council hopes a resolution it approved will solve the street water problem before work begins on a street resurfacing project. Meanwhile, area residents are left to deal with swampy yards off and on throughout the year depending upon water table levels.
Residents of the Casady Heights 9th Addition subdivision, originally built in 1954, have complained to the city for years about water issues in the area, but tests for water leaks on multiple occasion always concluded the water was not treated water and thus, not the result of a water line break. This baffled city staff for years
until City Manager Bruce Stone got in touch with the hydrologist at the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG). “Finally, I contacted John Harrington with ACOG for assistance,” said Stone in an interview. “He researched the problem area and found an aerial photo taken prior to development that clearly
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8 set to be inducted into Women’s Hall of Fame
‘You’re out!’ PC North catcher Josh Flournoy tags Bethany’s Drew McCutchen (19) out at home plate during their baseball game last Thursday afternoon. The Panthers jumped out to an early lead, but Bethany rallied for seven runs in the third inning to pull off a 7-5 win.
binary star YY Draconis (YY Dra). Their paper is to be published in the Astronomical Journal and is posted to the astrophysics preprint archive at rxiv.org/pdf/2203.00221.pdf. They used observations from NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Sky Survey (TESS) satellite in their research. The TESS satellite recorded the star as it fell into a deep faint state. That led the trio to believe that mass transfer came to a halt for just
The Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women (OCSW) has selected eight women to be inducted into the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame (OWHOF). The women are to be honored at the induction ceremony on Friday, April 29, at the Omni Hotel and Resort in downtown Oklahoma City. The honorees are Sue Ann Arnall, Carleen Burger, Janice Dobbs, Wanda Jackson, Betty McElderry, Roseline Nsikak, Dr. Kayse Shrum and Anna Belle Wiedemann. To be eligible for the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame, nominees must live in Oklahoma or be a former resident of Oklahoma. Inductees were nominated because they have made enduring contributions to the state of Oklahoma and beyond. “Whether positively elevating the status of women and girls, opening new frontiers for women, or achievements in her professional work the 2022 class of OWHOF is special. We are honored to recognize these women with such a high honor for women of our great state,” said OCSW Chairwoman Victoria Woods. The 2022 Inductees of the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame are: • Sue Ann Arnall is an energy industry veteran and founder of the Arnall Family Foundation, which is focused on child welfare,
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BMCHS grad, researchers, find war has affect on science By Rose Lane Editor
KATHERINE HILL
shows a natural spring coming out of the ground in the vicinity of Gladstone and Carlton Way.” The 1950s era photo showed where the spring created a creek that flowed down what is roughly between Gladstone Terrace, Carlton Way and Village
During the time of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 2020 Bishop McGuinness graduate and Notre Dame sophomore Katherine Hill led a study of a binary star which led to the conclusion that war kills people and destroys cultural and scientific heritage. Hill, together with fellow students Colin Littlefield and Peter Garnavich, researched the magnetic cataclysmic
Belle Isle Library plans reopening party The community is invited to celebrate the reopening of the newly renovated Belle Isle Library, 5501 N Villa Ave., during its inaugural weekend, April 8-11. The celebration begins Friday, April 8, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3:30 p.m. The three-day party continues throughout the weekend with concerts, programs and tours of the library’s new Maker Space, where everyone can experience new technologies. Guests can take pictures at the photobooth, solve a scavenger hunt and listen to performers Casey and Mina, musician Lucas Ross and cellist Sam Kahre. Other programs include arts and crafts and outdoor games. The library is set to offer a wide
variety of programming for everyone from toddlers to seniors. Activities include book clubs, STEAM opportunities, community presentations and take-home kits. The MLS Studios offers a Maker Space that gives guests opportunities to use a 3D printer, a Cricut, sewing and embroidery machines. The renovated two-story building features an open floor plan, two large meeting rooms, five study rooms, a teen area, a children’s area, and a programming room. The original building was expanded by 12,000 square feet in the renovation, bringing the total square footage to 32,000. New computers and furniture round out the improvements. The collection includes more than 68,000 books, magazines, DVDs and other forms of media.
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HILL From Page 1 over one day before the star recovered. The paper led to a review by renowned astrological researchers Taichi Kato and Elena Pavlenko of the possible confusion between YY Dra and a star named DO Dra. The variable star YY Dra
was discovered in 1934 by the astronomer, V. Tsesevich, who was born in Ukrainia. He used photographic glass plates in his analysis which were later destroyed during World War II. The position of that star was inaccurately measured by Tsesevich. But, 50 years later, a satellite found a variable star at that time named DO Dra.
Heart of Gold gala CoChairman Margo Ward and Julie Leclercq flank Upper School art teacher Eric Lyons during an opening for the art show in the Embree Art Gallery at Heritage Hall High School. The show and sale features work by local artists, as well as faculty and students. It concludes at the Heart of Gold Gala on April 9. For more information, visit heritagehall.com.
It has been long unclear whether the two are the same star or if YY Dra is a lost star. In conclusion to their astrophysics paper, Hill and her team connected war and science. “As Russia continues its barbaric invasion of Ukraine, the loss of the star named YY Dra appears insignificant, but it is a reminder that war not only kills people, it destroys everyone’s shared cultural and scientific heritage,” they said. Kato and Pavlenko also had an usual conclusion. “At the time of writing of this paper, crises are unfolding in Ukraine. As we have seen, the final conclusion on Tsesevich’s YY Dra is almost impossible to reach due to the result of World War II. The same thing also happened in various fields of science … We wish that no further destruction of our treasures should occur.”
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JLLS honors Bohanon, Goebel More than $350,000 was raised at the sold-out Juliette Low Leadership Society (JLLS) annual luncheon benefiting Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma. The luncheon was hosted by JLLS Co-Chairmen Polly Nichols and her daughter, Sally Nichols Starling, above. Speakers Valari and daughter Jess Wedel wowed the crowd with their story of climbing Mount Everest together following Jess’s recovery from ovarian cancer. Also in attendance were this year’s Honorary Chairman Annie Bohanon, left, and the 2021 Honorary Chairman Kay Goebel, whose 2021 luncheon was moved to a virtual format due to the pandemic. See more photos next week.
VILLAGE From Page 1 Drive. Stone said home developers at the time were not required to install drainage, allowing all the water from this substantial drainage area to run down the street. “In the 1990s Oklahoma City abandoned the water line on the north side of Gladstone and installed a new line on the other side of the street,” said Stone. “An OKC Water Department employee gave us the idea to use the old waterline as a drainpipe for the groundwater. “We then installed a French drain system that consisted of a perforated plastic pipe surrounded by gravel to collect
ground water and connected to the old water line,” he said. “Luckily, gravity let the water flow all the way to the channel on Village Drive and helped to alleviate water in the street. “We (Village Public Works employees) bored under Village Drive where drain line empties into the channel just north of the bridge on Gladstone,” said Stone. “If you go out and look for it, you will see a steady flow of water coming out of the pipe all year.” Stone said the system worked for about 15 years, but the water table goes up and down. The city is currently in an “up” cycle and the water is flowing to the surface again. Resolution 0l-21-22 (B) allows the city manager to solic-
it competitive bids for the Gladstone Drainage and Resurfacing project. The project was funded in FY 2021-22 under the Capital Improvement Fund Budget and is funded by a portion of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money received by the city. The city’s consulting engineers have already submitted plans for the draining and resurfacing project. “We need to resolve
this ground water and stormwater draining issue before we resurface the street, which is overdue,” he added. “It is important to note that our project will not solve ground water problems for all the homes because the water seeps out at various locations including backyards. Our project is designed only to keep the groundwater off and prevent it from getting under the street.”
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CALENDAR FUNDRAISERS April 1924 • Arts Festival The 56th Annual Festi val of the Arts is Apr. 1924 at downtown OKC’s Bicentennial Park. Parking will be available in the Arts District Garage located just south of City Hall, as well as the lot locat ed at 444 West Reno with paid parking also available limited street parking around the perimeter of the event. Ronald McDonald House Charities
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Apr. 21 – Sept. 15 • Sip and Stroll Plan your Thursday nights around spectacu lar sunsets, cool cocktails and wondrous wildlife with the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden’s third annual, adultonly evening event series, Sip and Stroll from 6 – 10 pm. Sip and Stoll features six watering holes with three brandnew locations that highlight the OKC Zoo’s conservation projects both locally and globally with custom cock tails. The Zoo also has specially scheduled entertainment for select Sip and Stroll evenings with dueling pianos on April 21 and Aug. 18; a drag show for PRIDE Night on June 16; a DJ on May 19 and July 21, and a special live entertainment set on Sept. 15. Event admission to Sip and Stroll is $32/person for nonmembers or $27/person for ZOOfriends members and online reservations are required. Tickets are available now at okc zoo.org/sipandstroll.
May 20 • Cooking Together June 11 • Walk for Kids
on April 19 at First Baptist Church, 1201 N. Robinson Ave. The first, and oldest tune will be by Mozart as THEATRE well as Michael Web ster, Bohuslav Martinů April 823 • and Kenji Bunch. Sin Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes at 3rd gle admission tickets Act Theatre Company are $20 at the door. Admission is free for are Fridays/Saturdays students and active at 8 pm and Sundays duty military with ID. at 2:30 pm with an online streaming THIS WEEKEND event on Sunday April 24. Tickets available at April 2 • the box office or in advance at 3rdactthe Farmers Market The 2022 season of atreco.com. 3rd Act the Farmers Market at Theatre is located in the Shoppes at North Scissortail Park begins Saturday, from 9 am to park (entrance near 1 pm. The kickoff our bar partners event will be filled Hacienda Tacos). with fresh food and local products, but will MUSIC also accompany a fit ness class, live music April 19 • A Night of Old Tunes and other family friendly activities The Brightmusic across the Park includ Chamber Ensemble will present A Night of ing fishing and kite fly ing. Free parking dur Old Tunes at 7:30 pm
N EW D ATES 2022 Paycom Center Events/Shows: The Who May 10 New Kids on the Block May 16 Kevin Hart Aug. 14 Andrea Bocelli June 23 Backstreet Boys Sept. 14 Pearl Jam Sept. 20 Shawn Mendes Sept. 27
ing market hours is available around the perimeter of the Park and in the special event parking lot on the NW corner of Oklahoma City Boule vard and Thunder Dr. across from Paycom Center. April 12 • Piano Tales OKC Repertory The ater and Oklahoma Contemporary present Piano Tales. James & Jerome combine story telling, music and the audience who choose which tales will be told each performance and in what order, by selecting objects from a trunk which creates a new tale every time. The show features a different local chef’s artistry in each musi cal performance. Get tickets and details at oklahomacontempo rary.org.
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tar Wars, the 1977 science fiction classic that launched a $10 billion movie franchise, is coming to the Civic Center Music Hall next week. On April 8 and 9, the Oklahoma City Philharmonic will perform the Oscar winning score composed by John Williams live while the movie plays on a giant screen above the orchestra. The Pops Series offered by the OKC Philharmonic does an awesome job introducing the unbridled power of live orchestral music to audiences who are less familiar with classical music. The ultimate goal is to get those new audiences excited to explore the beautiful music of Beethoven and Mozart as well. So, including movie scores from composers as popular and renowned as John Williams provides a perfect bridge between the worlds of pop and classical. Composer John Williams is one of the greatest American composers. He has won 25 Grammy Awards and has been nominated 52 times for the Academy Award. That puts him second behind only Walt Disney, who was nominated 59 times. Williams has won five Oscars for Fiddler on the Roof (1972), Jaws
(1976), Star Wars (1978), E.T. the Extra Terrestrial (1983), and Schindler’s List (1994). His list of films that did not win Oscars, including Superman (1979), Raiders of the Lost Ark (1982), Home Alone (1991), and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2002), is better than nearly any film composer in history. The movie Star Wars, created by George Lucas, is one of the all-time great movies. It revolutionized special visual and sound effects, thanks to the company that Lucas founded to create the film, Industrial Light and Magic. And, it became an integral part of pop culture that was unmatched until the rise of Marvel and comic book movies. At the 1978 ceremony, Star Wars was nominated for ten Academy Awards. It took home six Oscars for Best Art Direction, Costume Design, Film Editing, Sound, Visual Effects, and Original Score. It lost Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay to Woody Allen for Annie Hall.
Other Events/Shows/Awards: Ballet Ball: The Golden Age Apr. 2 United Way Gala Apr. 4 Under the Big Top Apr. 8 Celebration of Hope Apr. 9 Shine a Light Apr. 14 Festival of the Arts Apr. 1924 OLFC Footsteps Luncheon Apr. 22
For those of you who are Star Wars superfans or just fans of dressing up in costume, the OKC Philharmonic is hosting a Star Wars costume contest each night before the show. Doors open at 7:00 pm, costume contest is at 7:30 pm, and winners will be announced at intermission. Winners receive free tickets to a future OKCPHIL show and dinner at Stella Modern Italian Cuisine. OKCPHIL has partnered with SoonerCon and JediOKC, two groups that host science fiction fan conventions, to judge the costume contests. Since most readers have an iPhone or computer, I’d like to issue a challenge to all of you this week. When you have a free moment, go to your Apple Music or Spotify, type in Star Wars Main Title, and listen for just 15 seconds. In 15 seconds, John Williams will transport you to a galaxy far, far away. Now, imagine hearing that same music played live by a full orchestra made up of some of the greatest musicians in Oklahoma. You don’t have to imagine it. You can make it real. Get your tickets at okcphil.org and come to the show next weekend. See you there.
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Calm Waters announces 8th annual Under the Big Top event Calm Waters Center for Children and Families, a nonprofit providing free grief support services to children and families on their grief journey in Oklahoma City Metro Area, will host their 8th annual carnival-style fundraising event, Under the Big Top on Friday, April 8, at 6 pm at the Oklahoma City Farmer’s Market at 311 S Klein. “Under the Big Top is our largest fundraiser and guests always tell us it’s the most fun, interactive fundraiser in Oklahoma City,” said Erin Engelke, Calm Waters Executive Director. Under the Big Top features carnival performers with stilt-walkers and jugglers from Inspyral Circus, The Flying Okie aerialists, and magician Jonathan Meyer. There will be a raffle hosted by the Raffle Queens, two drag queen entertainers.
“Entertainment is a key focus of this event, and we love to bring in exciting performers to wow the crowd.” Engelke explained. “I can’t wait to see all of these unique acts in one place, creating a wildly fun carnival atmosphere at an over-the-top event.” Event attendees will purchase game tickets to play the many carnival games, including Plinko, Balloon Pop, Punch Wall and putt-putt. Game prizes are gift cards and items valued $10 - $100 from local Oklahoma City businesses and organizations. There will also be a wine walk in which players can win bottles of wine as well as and a jewelry pull where guests can win Kendra Scott jewelry pieces. “Calm Waters’ Under the Big Top event creates a unique atmosphere filled with fun, games and prizes,
anyone can participate and support the organization,” said previous event attendee Catherine Divis. “The night features amazing entertainment and brings back the wonder of being a kid again. This is a great way to support Calm Waters and their mission.” Further in line with the theme is the carnival-style food, gourmet heavy appetizers provided by catering company Kam’s Kookery along with an open bar. While the event is fun and games, it is also essential to the non-profit’s operations. “Without Under the Big Top, Calm Waters could not afford to provide services to those in the Metro area. Grief touches all of our lives, and we are honored to help our clients through those times,” Engelke said. All proceeds from Under the Big Top will benefit Calm Waters pro-
gramming. In addition to free grief and divorce support groups both in the agency’s center and more than 250 local schools, Calm Waters offers private counseling, community partnerships and co-parenting seminars. This event will allow Calm Waters to provide vital mental health services to those who are experiencing grief or suffering a traumatic loss. Tickets and sponsorships are available online at CalmWaters.org/underthebigtop2022 or by calling 405-841-4800. Individual tickets are $100 and sponsorship levels start at $500. All proceeds benefit grieving children and families in our community. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, tickets and prizes visit calmwaters.org/underthebigtop2022 or contact Abby Sholar at abby@ calmwaters.org or call 405-841-4800.
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JANELLE ARCHER Sr. Product Mktg., CoreLogic BRITTANY ATTAWAY Dir. of Commun. Relations, DRG J.D. BAKER Platform Mgr., Cortado Ventures ANGELA BEATTY Domestic Violence Dir, YWCA of OKC BLAKE BULLARD Owner, OSSO Sports and Science BRIAN BUSEY President, CEO, Delaware Resources PHILIP BUSEY JR. Executive VP, Delaware Resources STEPHEN BUTLER Assist. Dean for Advance., OCU Law ANDRE CALDWELL Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins JEFFREY CARTMELL Counselor to Secretary of State SUNNY CEARLEY VP Membership, Greater OKC Chamber LIZ CHARLES Sr. Prog. Off., Kirkpatrick Family Fund GRAHAM COLTON Musician, Partner, Social Order JAMES COOPER OKC Councilman, Ward 2 CASEY CORNETT CMO, Partner, Flight MAREK CORNETT Owner, Alaine Digital TERRANCE CRAFT Executive Director, OKCYP MARGARET CREIGHTON CEO, Positive Tomorrows STEVEN CURRY VP, Investment Strategist, BOK JEREMIAH DAVIS Director, OK Contemporary ALYX PICARD DAVIS Executive Director, deadCenter Film TAYLOR OGLE DILLARD Co-Owner, Relax and Revamp ROGER DOLESE Automotive Finance TIM DOTY Dir. of Corp, Develop., Loves Travel Stops DENA DRABEK VP, Extern. Relat., Arc of Oklahoma DENISE DUONG Artist/Muralist, Little D Gallery KELLI DUPUY Dir. of Develop., Special Care ERIN ENGELKE Executive Director, Calm Waters LANCE EVANS Dir. of Commun., Variety Care DARCI LYNNE FARMER Ventriliquist, ‘America’s Got Talent’ winner CHELSEY FLINT Owner, Chelsey Flint Events TAYLOR FUDGE Manag. Partner, Claims Mgmt. Resources ALLY GLAVAS Sr. Vice President, Candor PR BAILEY GORDON Develop. Consult., Bailey Gordon LLC.
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First Fidelity hires two VPs By Rose Lane Editor Lee R. Symcox, C.E.O. of First Fidelity Bank, a full-service community bank, has announced the addition of Neil Lloyd as senior vice president, director of data engineering and Brad Willis as vice president, business Development Officer in the Oklahoma City and Edmond markets. Lloyd comes to First Fidelity Bank from Dell Technologies. He has over 20 years’ experience across multiple fields including business analytics, project management, IT, systems analytics, product and project management, and data analytics. His extensive background and knowledge will be an important asset to the bank. Lloyd is a graduate of Oklahoma Christian University where he earned his MBA in engineering technology. He also attended the University of Oklahoma where he earned a bachelor of business administration. He is active in the community and is currently a Leadership Board member of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, a board member of the Jimmy Everest Center at OU Children’s Hospital, a student mentor with the Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State University, a leader at the Oklahoma Family Network and a member of Toastmasters. Willis comes to First Fidelity Bank, most recently, from the insurance industry. He has over 35 years of experience building valuable relationships with community partners, business leaders, associations, and individuals. His referral-based strategy will be an important asset to the bank. Willis is a graduate of Pittsburg State University where he earned his bachelor of business administration – finance degree. He is active in the community and is currently a Board of Advisor member of the Greater OKC Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Edmond Chamber.
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HOF From Page 1 animal welfare and criminal justice reform. ARNALL BURGER DOBBS JACKSON NSIKAK SHRUM WIEDEMANN She is the creator of the mer director of Girl’s State and rec- ucts in the state and throughout Diversion Hub, a program helping ognized by Campaign and Elections the world. Wiedemann served the incarcerated women and men and Magazine as one of 74 outstanding public as a state representative and an advocate for growth in Oklahowomen who helped change Amer- county commissioner and eventuma. ica. ally as director of international • Carleen Burger is a lifelong • Roseline Nsikak, MHR, trade and rural development with advocate for women, children and MHP, BCPC, PhD is a philanthrothe Oklahoma Department of Agriyouth of Oklahoma. She lobbied pist, globally-recognized psyculture. for prenatal exams and health care chotherapist, and CEO/founder of OWHOF Chairwoman Carol for incarcerated women. Burger is two mental/behavioral health Hefner said that to be named to the a generous supporter and advocate agencies. Her career has been dedi- Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame of the Oklahoma School of Science cated to treating children, adolesis the highest honor for Oklahoma and Mathematics Foundation cents, and adults suffering from women. (OSSM), both at large and to mental illness and drug/alcohol “Proceeds from the 20th underserved groups. dependence. She has also served anniversary of the Oklahoma • Janice Dobbs is a former cornonprofits and faith-based organiWomen’s Hall of Fame induction porate secretary of Chesapeake zations by developing modules ceremony will establish a permaEnergy and Devon Energy who and curriculum allowing them to nent Women’s Hall of Fame exhibplayed a pivotal role in turning meet the greater community’s it,” she said. “Your participation in two small, local oil and gas compa- needs. nominations and sponsorships will nies into international enterprises • Dr. Kayse Shrum is the 19th play an integral part in making this recognized as innovative leaders in president of Oklahoma State Uni20-year dream a reality!” the exploration of new sources of versity and first woman to lead the The 2022 inductees are in addienergy. institution. After earning her doction to the current 134 women who • Wanda Jackson is a singer, tor of osteopathic medicine degree have been inducted into the Oklasongwriter and two-time Grammy from the Oklahoma State Universi- homa Women’s Hall of Fame since nominee who released music in the ty College of Osteopathic Medi1983, after being established in genres of rock, country, and cine, she excelled as a faculty 1982 by then Gov. George Nigh. gospel. Her series of 1950s singles member and ultimately as presi“The ceremony will include the coined her “The Queen of Rockadent of OSU-CHS, becoming the presentation of the Guardian billy.” Counted among the first youngest and first female president Award to an Oklahoma elected female stars in country music, Jack- and dean of a medical school in the official and the Kate Barnard son is a decorated artist with a Fel- state of Oklahoma. As Oklahoma’s award to a woman who exemplilowship Award from the National first secretary of science and innofies excellence in public service,” Endowment for the Arts, as well as vation, Shrum’s leadership helped Hefner said. “OWHOF Honorary an inductee into the Rockabilly form Oklahoma’s largest COVID Chairwoman Gov. Mary Fallin and Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll diagnostics lab on OSU’s Stillwater I, along with the full commission, Hall of Fame and the Oklahoma campus. look forward to honoring these Hall of Fame. • Anna Belle Wiedemann state officials, as well as welcoming • Betty McElderry (posthubegan as owner/operator of the multiple elected and appointed mously) was the chairwoman of Slash C Ranch with her husband. state officials at the event. the Oklahoma Commission on the She built a life and career promot“It will be a special time to celeStatus of Women during Gov. ing Oklahoma agriculture and brate Oklahomans making a differGeorge Nigh’s administration, for“Made In Oklahoma” food prodence in the lives of women.”
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Notice is hereby given that Cumberland Drive, LLC has filed an application (“the Application”) with the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma for approval of a deed combining vacant real property generally located at (1101 Cumberland Court and 1103 Cumberland Court). The applicant is requesting approval of deeds containing the following legal descriptions: Description of Tract 1: Lot Eleven (11), Block One (01), CUMBERLAND COURT, an Addition to the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof Description of Tract 2: Lot Twelve (12), Block One (01), CUMBERLAND COURT, an Addition to the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. This Application will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held at the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Any person having any objection to or supporting this Application may appear before the Planning Commission and the City Council on the above dates for the public hearings and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Written support for or protest against the proposed Application may be mailed to the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Written support or protests must be received by the City Clerk not less than three (3) days before the public hearing. The following map shows the area affected by the Application:
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Infant Crisis Services Bucket List Golf Raffle Ticket sales for the Infant Crisis Services Bucket List Golf Raffle began two weeks ago and will close on Sunday, April 10. One winner will receive a round of golf for a threesome or foursome at the 10 incredible courses listed below. Southern Hills Country Club** • Tulsa, OK The Territory Golf & Country Club • Duncan, OK OKC Golf & Country Club** • OKC, OK Desert Mountain Golf Club** • Scottsdale, AZ The Patriot Golf Club** • Owasso, OK Golf Club of Oklahoma • Broken Arrow, OK Dornick Hills Country Club • Ardmore, OK Prairie Dunes Country Club • Hutchinson, KS Karsten Creek Golf Club • Stillwater, OK Oak Tree National • Edmond, OK **Winner will receive a round for a threesome, as one of the 4 must be the host member. Green fees at each course will be covered. Scheduling tee times subject to host member (if applicable) and course availability. “Participating in the Infant Crisis Golf Raffle was a fun way to contribute to a great cause benefitting some of our most vulnerable. My officers and I had much enjoyment playing some of our area’s finest courses with friends and customers,” said Pat Rooney, winner of the 2021 Bucket List Golf Raffle. “The Golf Raffle provides golfers in our community a chance to win a true bucket list golf experience all while helping provide life-sustaining food, formula, and diapers to babies and toddlers in crisis,” said Executive Director and Cofounder Miki Farris. “We are thankful for our sponsors, Arvest Bank, BKS Partners, Presbyterian Health Foundation, and Steven Propester for helping make this event possible.” Tickets are $1,000 each and there are only 100 tickets available for purchase online at infantcrisis.org/golf.
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Violeta by Isabel Allende This is the story of Violeta del Valle’s life span of 100 years during the 20th century. Reflecting the influence of the author Isabel Allende’s Latin American background, the story begins with Violeta’s birth in 1920 at the same time the Spanish flu hits and unfolds from one crisis to another from the Great Depression and World Wars. Allende chooses to tell her family secrets through the years by writing to her grandson. She tells of the love and beauty of Central America, love of an influential political family of brothers, sisters, as well as passionate love affairs, heartaches, wealth and poverty. Allende’s genius for history and writing also addresses important events of history, the fight for women’s rights, the rise and fall of tyrants and the path of two pandemics. Her sense of humor and history transfer from her life to literature at the turn of a page. She has written twenty-six bestselling books and translated into some forty-two languages. After becoming a citizen of the United States, Barack Obama awarded her the highest civilian honor, the Presi-
dential Medal of Freedom in 2014. She writes as easily as she might be talking and the century flies by with things that did happen and things that might not have happened. She takes some liberties with dialogue and was known to change it entirely if that was needed. This literary license was called “the genre of magical realism.” In the book as in her life, her underlying purpose is the fight for women’s rights, the rise and fall of tyrants. Violeta, is an epic that is both emotional and inspiring from page one through the many escapades of the del Valle family. As the century flies by, Violeta’s passion never weakens for her support of women. The years flow from one experience to the next and reading the book is like living the same personal experiences in the company of one’s best friend and her family. The chapter on Violeta’s death experience is as natural as one could
envision if sitting with her while time slipped away. Hers is a beautiful life even with some unexpected cruelty and suffering. The novel is a realistic tale and speaks to some glimmers of life that ‘were’ and also ‘are now.’ Yes, in the novel, Violeta lives to be one hundred years old in the 20th Century. Read-
ers will recognize much that happens in the joy, sorrow, disappointment of such a long life. What an experience to live this timeless era along with Violeta by reading of it through the writing of such a literary giant as Isabel Allende. Thanks to Full Circle Books for sharing these books with FRIDAY Readers.
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Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ
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Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Mathnasium of North OKC The Math Learning Center 14101 N. May, Suite 106 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 mathnasium.com/northokc (405) 412-8758
Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. (495) 751-2126
Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com
All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com
Beef Jerky Emporium 810 W Danforth (next to Hobby Lobby) Edmond, OK (405) 359-8200
Pirates Alley Picture Frames 2733 W. Britton Road (405)751-4395 1700 NW 23 (405) 525-0091 piratesalleyokc.com
Norwalk Furniture & Design 12100 N. May OKC, OK 73120 (405) 919-3847
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First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747 Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Balliets 6443 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 848-7811 Balliets.com
James B. Lowe, DDS 2821 NW 58th Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 848-3535
Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-9005 deerclanbooks@gmail.com
BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank
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J. Holland Photography 1130 W. 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 341-5088 jhollandphotography.com
Britton Feed & Seed 708 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 842-5590 britton-feed-seed.hub.biz
Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com
First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-4500 myfirstliberty.com
The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335
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OKC FRIDAY
Sports Weekly BASEBALL ROUNDUP
Chargers run over Little Axe Continuing its strong start to the spring campaign, the Heritage Hall baseball team cruised to a doubleheader sweep at Little Axe last Monday. The Chargers made most of their 18 hits to secure a 15-0 victory in Game 1 over the Indians. Zach Fetrow and Carson Beam accounted for three hits each, as Fetrow had two doubles, scored three
times and drove in two runs and Beam added two RBIs and two runs scored. Four others collected at least two hits, including Kaden Woods, Austin Lemon and Nick Keith with two doubles each and combining for six RBIs. On the mound, Keith threw his first no-hitter of the season and struck out 10 in four innings. Three Chargers belted at least two his in a 14-2 victory against Little Axe in the nightcap. Lemon accounted for an RBI double and scored twice, while
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Tyler Offel had a triple and scored a run and Beam chipped in two RBIs and scored twice. Pitcher Braden Perkins allowed two runs on two hits and struck out six in three innings for the victory. Heritage Hall competes at a tournament in Kingfisher this weekend, followed by trip to Purcell on Monday and a home contest against Purcell on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
PC North baseball coach Ron Moore, left, chats with Sloan Foster at third base during last Thursday’s game against Bethany. The Panthers jumped out to an early lead but the Broncos rallied for seven runs in the fourth inning to hand PC North a 7-5 loss.
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Deer Creek kept its undefeated season alive with a doubleheader sweep last Monday against Northwest Classen. The Antlers (13-0) totaled a season-best 18 hits and scored at least three runs in the first four innings to claim an 18-0 victory over the Knights. Taylor Tomlin and Duncan Key led the way with three hits each, with Tomlin collecting a double and scored four runs and Key chipping in two doubles, three RBIs and four runs scored. Four others had at least two hits, including
Austin Hartwig with a double, triple and three RBIs; Brett Pense with two doubles, four RBIs and two runs scored; Brittain Brewer with two RBIs and Brady Hamilton with a triple and two RBIs. Pitcher Andon Harbeson allowed a run on two hits and struck out eight in five innings to take the complete-game victory. In the nightcap, Deer Creek rolled to a 10-0 victory. Kellen Frizzell went 2-for-2 with two doubles, while driving in a run and scoring once to lead the Antlers. Jeff Isaacson also belted a 2-run homerun in the second inning. Pitcher Carter Erickson threw a 2-hit shutout and struck out nine in five innings. Deer Creek is scheduled to compete at the Enid Festival this weekend, followed by a trip to Yukon on Monday and a home contest against the Millers on Tuesday at 5 p.m. KNIGHTS SHUT OUT CHISHOLM Plating seven runs over the first three innings, Crossings Christian erupted for 16 hits and cruised to a 14-0 victory at Chisholm last Monday. Drew Taylor batted 4-for-5 with five RBIs and scored twice to go
along with a solo homerun in the top of the fifth inning. Preston Mahen belted three hits, including a double, two RBIs and scored three times. Dax Fortenberry launched a pair of tworun homeruns in the second and third innings, while Mason Snyder was also 2-for-5 with two runs scored. Pitcher Drew Wood tossed a two-hit shutout and struck out nine Chisholm batters over six innings to take the win. This weekend, the Knights (4-3) compete at the Victory Christian tournament in Tulsa before visiting Newkirk on Monday and hosting Newkirk on Tuesday at 6 p.m. OWASSO TOO MUCH FOR PANTHERS Unable to get its offense going, PC North suffered a 17-0 loss at Owasso last Monday as part of a district home-andhome series. The Panthers (4-9) were limited to just three hits, including a double by Caden Swart and singles by Landon Fonzie and Farris Shawareb. Pitcher Chris Wall surrendered seven runs in the first inning to take the loss. This weekend, PC North participates at the
Enid Festival through Saturday. The Panthers also play a home-andhome series with Ponca City with a road contest on Monday and home on Tuesday. CASADY DROPS SPC COUNTERS In last weekend’s trip to north Texas, Casady suffered a pair of losses in Southwest Preparatory Conference counters. Hampered by four errors, the Cyclones (13) endured a 14-2 loss at Fort Worth-Country Day on Saturday. Tucker Jacobsen went 1-for-2 and drove in a run, while Conner Richards singled to account for both Casady hits. Fisher Moody and Cade Vesta scored runs. Richards also took the pitching loss, allowing eight unearned runs on one hit and struck out three over 2 1/3 innings. In Friday’s matchup, Jacobsen doubled for the Cyclones’ only hit in a 10-0 setback at Dallas-Greenhill. Jacobsen also got roughed up for 10 runs on nine hits but recorded three strikeouts in four innings to take the pitching loss. Casady is set to visit McLoud this Friday and host Southwest Covenant on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
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SOCCER ROUNDUP
Knights net 3rd at OCS tourney The Crossings Christian boys soccer team finished third at the OCS Saints Invitational last weekend with a 6-1 win over Kingfisher on Saturday. The Knights (7-1) suffered a 4-1 loss to Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep in the semifinals and opened with a 2-0 victory against Bristow. Michael Morris leads the team with eight goals so far this season. Garrett Hunt sits just behind with seven goals and an assist, followed by Luke Warmington with six goals and three assists. Goalkeeper Jackson Ledlow has collected 26 saves and four shutouts in eight starts. This week, Crossings faced a pair of road games at Douglass last Thursday and Crooked Oak on Tuesday.
PANTHER GIRLS TOP PC WEST PC North continued its undefeated season with a 1-0 win at PC West last week. Madelyn Krone made the game-winning goal for the Panthers (5-0. Goalkeeper Lorelai Puglisi had six saves in the shutout victory. The Panthers traveled to U.S. Grant on Thursday and Moore on Tuesday. Both games start at 6 p.m. BOYS RESULTS Rockets runners-up at Clinton: Defending state champion Mount St. Mary endured a 4-0 setback against host Clinton to collect the runner-up trophy at the Clinton Classic. The Rockets (5-1) also collected a pair of 1-0 victories against Lawton Eisenhower and Duncan at the tournament. This week, the Mount visits Alva this Friday and hosts Heritage Hall on Thursday.
TRACK ROUNDUP Eagles take 2nd at OCS tourney: Harding Charter Prep finished second at the OCS Saints Invitational in Edmond with a 1-0 loss to host OCS in the championship game. The Eagles (4-3) also posted a 4-1 win over Crossings Christian and a 10-0 triumph against Douglass. They host ASTEC Charter this Friday and visit Clinton on Tuesday. Antlers fall to Broken Arrow: Deer Creek posted a 1-1-1 record the Deer Creek Invitational last weekend, concluding with a 2-1 overtime loss to Broken Arrow. The Antlers (52) played to a 1-1 draw against Jenks and cruised to a 5-0 win against Westmoore. They visit Yukon this Friday and host Southmoore on Tuesday. PC West edges Panthers: PC North dropped back to .500 for the young season with a 3-2 overtime loss at PC West. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
TENNIS/GOLF ROUNDUP Tennis
Cyclones fall to FWCD in SPC dual Shutout in the singles matches, the Casady boys tennis team suffered a 3-2 loss at Fort Worth-Country Day last Saturday in Southwest Prepratory Conference dual. Thatcher Wallis and Bryce Johnson earned a straight-set win in No. 1 doubles as did Warner Hayhurst and Holt Smith in No. 2 doubles. Eric Thien and Adi Bhaktaram endured
straight-set losses in Nos. 1 and 2 singles, while Milin Kumar opened with a first set win but dropped the last two sets in his No. 3 singles match. On Friday, the Cyclones took a 5-0 loss at Dallas-Greenhill. A bright spot came in No. 1 doubles with Wallic and Johnson taking their match to three sets before falling 7-5. Casady opened the week with a n 8-1 dual win against Fridayland rival McGuinness. The Cyclones swept all three singles matches and three of four doubles matches.
Golf
Chargers take 2nd at Edmond With two players in the top 5, the Heritage Hall golf team took second at the Edmond Invitational. Matthew Smith carded a 36-hole total of 138 (69-69) at Hidden Trails to claim the individual championship. Kyle McLaughlin shot 144 (73-71) to take fifth for the Chargers. Heritage Hall was set to play at the Deer Creek tournament on Thursday.
Irish run to title at Bethany Thanks to two individual gold medals and two relay titles, the McGuinness boys track team won the 59th Annual Ed Forrester Invitational last weekend in Bethany. The Irish girls took second, while the Crossings Christian and Heritage Hall girls took fourth and fifth, respectively, the Charger boys placed fifth and the Knights were sixth. Meanwhile, four Fridayland athletes won two gold medals each and three others secured event titles. Garrett Williams paced the McGuinness boys with a pair of victories in the 110- and 300-meter hurdles. Williams won the 110 hurdles in 16.51 seconds ahead of teammates Henry Maxwell in second and Andrew Elder in third, and the 300 hurdles in 40.34 seconds in front of Crossings Christian’s Nate Rouse and Jayden Foster. Crossings Christian’s Savanna Meek also swept the hurdles, taking the 100 by a second in 15.65 seconds and the 300 by nearly two seconds in 46.98 seconds. Mount St. Mary’s Makenzi DeHart rounded out the trio with wins in the middle-distance races. DeHart outdueled Crossings Christian’s Bronwyn Link in both the 800 and 1600 meters with times of 2:36.06 in the 800 and 5:57.92 in the 1600. Ryan McLaughlin continued his domination of the distance events with gold medals in the 1600 and 3200 meters. McLaughlin secured
an 8-second win over Heritage Hall’s Jackson Fowler in the 1600 in 4:39.73 and cruised to a 15-second victory in the 3200 in 10:08.72. The senior also took second in the 800 meters. Heritage Hall’s Andy Bass edged
Gracie Blevins in the 3200, Atticus Richard in the 400, Will Leonard in the 1600, Taby Roy in the 100 hurdles, Maureen Grimes in the long jump, Greer DeLeon in the high jump, Brayden Tran in the long jump, Reid
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Heritage Hall’s Lucille Sullivan earned a silver medal in the long jump last weekend at the Ed Forrester Invitational in Bethany.
Crossings Christian’s Mason Snyder in the 100 meters by just sixhundredths of a second in 11.07 seconds. Mount St. Mary’s Salvador Jackson took gold by less than a quarter-second in the 200 meters in 22.50 seconds. Jackson also took third in the 100 meters. Jordyn Harris from Heritage Hall rounded out the gold medalists with a winning leap of 5 feet, 10 inches in the high jump and placed third in the 200. Other silver medalists included McGuinness’ Margot Knudtson in the 3200, Heritage Hall’s Lucille Sullivan in the long jump and McGuinness’ Olivia Fosbenner in the pole vault. Third-place finishers were Crossings Christian’s Luke McGarraugh in the 800; Mount St. Mary’s Isabel Neuhalfen in the 400 meters; McGuinness’
Henderson in the pole vault and Abigail Kelly in the discus. BEARS’ RICHARDSON WINS 3 GOLDS John Marshall’s Jaime Richardson led a quartet of other teammates by winning three gold medals at the Bulldog Invitational in Okmulgee. Richardson edged the field by just over a tenth-second to win gold in the 100 hurdles in 16.92 seconds. She swept both the long jump and high jump with winning leaps of 14 feet, 6 inches and 56, respectively. Amaurey Clark took second to Richardson in the long jump. Chloe Threatt outdueled the field for a victory in the 100 meters in 12.92 seconds and took third in the 200. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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OPINION O UR S TAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb. “Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818. “Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878. “We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.
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Now it’s bare legs for men The best of J. Leland Gourley, Reprinted from OKC FRIDAY, April 6, 2012 THE NEW issue of WSJ magazine has come out with its new men’s fashion edition. It’s enough to make our local and correct men’s clothing stores throw up. For instance, one article recommends a wardrobe suitable for “the street & the corner office” including a doublebreasted blazer with 2 breast pockets with flaps, plain front pants with no cuffs, open shirt with no tie and shoes with no socks. Does it grab you? I have often wondered how women could go without socks out in public, but have never complained about it. A woman’s bare legs is a work of art, a thing of beauty to be
The Best of J. Leland Gourley admired. Men’s bare legs, on the other hand, are ugly and hairy and a thing requiring cover in public. What is my beloved Wall Street Journal trying to do to America with this 96-page magazine that comes from the same owner that brings us Bill O’Reilly on his other medium, Fox News? The first few pages are fullpage pictures of one guy wearing something either all black or all white, no color, and ends with a gal in a very tight, very short gleaming white dress. What’s that comely lady doing in a men’s fashion array? Armani’s man looks to be about 15 feet tall, with a 23-
inch waistline, and wearing, you guessed it, a black suit with a black tie. Burberry’s guy has, yes, a black suit, but he has a tie that is black AND GRAY, checked. Ralph Lauren’s dude is wearing an all white suit, white shirt and black tie, still no color, but he does have an all-white sports roadster on which to lean. Whoever said a navy blue suit with a red tie is not correct fashion? Tommy Hilfiger’s fashion stars are wearing white suits all right, but also hip-length wading boots. Why those boots? Lanvin presents a sexy girl caressing a man in a black suit, with black tie, and a bored facial expression. What’s the matter with that guy? A section on overseas fashion from Britain has pictures of a half dozen different Brits. Not a one has a crease in his pant legs. I’ll stick to the Brooks Brothers fashion styles of our local OKC men’s clothiers.
Ukraine fighting WW3 on behalf of the world In MY Opinion VICKI CLARK GOURLEY vicki@okcfriday.com
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his quote best expresses what is happening in our world. “President Biden’s support is lackluster at best. His threats and efforts are obviously ineffective. He appears confused and indecisive. Biden has pushed allies to hold together, and resisted calls for more direct confrontation,” according to Euro news. Ukraine is starving and being demolished by the Russians. After standing by his
impromptu remark in Poland, “For God’s sake this man (Putin) cannot remain in power,” Biden presented his budget this week, chipper and obviously glad to be home discussing his budget. Raise taxes on the rich, help the poor… of course congress will look at it and rip it apart. The Republicans will want to spend it on defense and not tax the rich. Democrats will want bigger and better social welfare programs and by the time they finally reach an agreement, it won’t be recognizable.
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- Photos by Fran Kozakowski
Marjie and Ralph Shadid, Ron and Alyce Page, Alaxandra Shadid and Sean Murray attend the OKC Museum of Art’s Omelette Party Patron Party. This year, the museum presented an art raffle for patrons to participate in.
38th Annual Omelette Party Patron Party : Eggs-hibition of Local Artists!
Marion Paden and Rowell Sargeant enjoy the raffle of art by local artists. Susan Phillips and Darlene Spry listen to swanky live music by 5th Edition Jazz at the party.
Sara Wise, Kimberly Hale, Bryon Chambers and Elizabeth Roewe with the chicken who makes an appearance at every Omelette Party.
Terri Cooper, Ann Felton Gilliland and Amalia Miranda.
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Make creative connections plus all the art this summer at Camp Contemporary Kids make more than art at Camp Contemporary — they make connections, friends and memories. As campers inhabit Oklahoma Contemporary’s new downtown campus each school break, they build confidence, learn problem-solving skills, explore new media and discover hidden talents. Camp Contemporary teaches kids how to work — and achieve — together. They also stretch their creative wings, create more art than you can imagine, embrace the unknown and have an absolute ball. Registration is open now for Camp Contemporary: Summer Break — and spots are filling FAST! From designing skateboards, jewelry and
As campers inhabit Oklahoma Contemporary’s new downtown campus each school break, they build confidence, learn problemsolving skills, explore new media and discover hidden talents.
digital characters to learning how to sculpt, write plays and paint murals, Camp Contemporary offers a diverse lineup
to keep your 5- to 12-year-old engaged, excited and learning all summer long. With more than 50 camps across the sum-
mer (running May 23 –Aug. 5), there are tons of options for you to find the best fit for the creative youngster in your life. Through hands-on collaborative arts experiences, Camp Contemporary makes space for imaginations to flourish and injects critical thinking, experimentation, communication and collaboration into learning. Experienced art educators and teaching artists facilitate camps inspired by contemporary art and artists and the exhibitions on view at Oklahoma Contemporary. The wide variety of artistic disciplines ensures parents can find the right camp for creative kids of all kinds. In addition to camps centered on visual art and per-
formance, one camp each week explores the intersections of art and technology, in the Google Art+Tech initiative. Google’s support also funds scholarships to ensure that our camps are accessible to all youth. Camps run 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at our new, downtown location (11 NW 11th). Collective Care is available before and after each day. Review the full camp lineup and register: okcontemp.org/camps. Become a member and always get a 10 percent discount on tuition! Questions? Call Oklahoma Contemporary’s Youth and Family team: (405) 9510000.
Cottonwood Creek Ranch: Keeping first-time riders safe, creating world champions In 2003, Cottonwood Creek Ranch owner and horse trainer Kelly Kraegel moved to Oklahoma with two little horses and one big ambition. Since that time, she has created over 300 national and world champions and introduced countless others to the world of horses. “We’ve had riders from as young as two to a woman of 97 who was marking things off her bucket list,” Kelly said. “It’s pretty amazing to be a part of these journeys.” These days, in its state-of-the-art facility inside the Oklahoma City limits, Cottonwood Creek Ranch is home to some 80+ horses and offers instruction for all levels, from beginner to accomplished show rider. Its Youth Program was just awarded first place in both the group and individual categories from the American Morgan Horse Association. Under the stellar leadership of manager Madi DeBee, the lesson program is flourishing. The spring and summer camps sell out weeks in advance, and the lesson program has doubled in size over the last year.
Cottonwood Creek Ranch offers a wide range of activities for any horse enthusiast, including riding lessons, birthday parties and riding camps. "With 19 years of operation, our well-oiled machine provides a fantastic facility alongside a string of safe, sound, and lovable lesson horses,” said Madi. “Whether the goal is to become a world-class equestrian or simply enjoy learning to ride a horse and spend time with them, we have a program for that. My passion is introducing people of all ages and walks of life to the love of horses.”
Cottonwood Creek Ranch offers a wide range of activities for any horse enthusiast, including riding lessons, birthday parties and riding camps. Horse training and riding instruction are available in English, western and hunt seats, with a focus on Morgan and American Saddlebred breeds. The ranch is located at 907 N. Chisholm Rd. in Oklahoma City. To learn more, visit cottonwoodcreekranch.com.