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Voters: You need to say ‘Yes’ on December 12 Editorial By Vicki Clark Gourley Polls show the majority of Oklahoma voters are in favor of voting “yes” on Dec. 12. But it will not happen unless you go to your voting place and cast your ballot on Tuesday. The Thunder, which is currently playing here on a short-term lease, has agreed to sign a 25year lease to play in the new arena.
It is an investment we have to make and we can make it without a tax increase. A new arena is not just about basketball. Every month, we have world-class shows. That will only grow with a new arena. Our current arena has the smallest square footage in the NBA and is not equipped to attract larger shows That is why, too often, great acts choose Tulsa over OKC because its
arena is larger. A new arena will take away this disadvantage and we can bring great shows here. Often when I travel people have never heard of Oklahoma City, but when I mention The Thunder everyone knows about them and wants to talk about them and their players. The only way to keep them is to vote Yes on Dec. 12.
Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Lifetime Achievement Award winner Lisa Synar.
Nichols Hills City Manager Shane Pate with Rebud Park Improvement Project Chairman Nancy Farha and Co-Chairman Nancy Herzel stand in the northwest corner of Grand Boulevard and Sherwood Lane, an area the ladies are trying to raise funds to improve. - Photo by Laura Eckel Photography
Working to keep Nichols Hills beautiful By Rose Lane Editor Residents and the City of Nichols Hills are teaming up to enhance the northwest corner of Grand Boulevard and Sherwood Lane. But, they need some help. The Redbud Park Improvement Project is to con-
tinue the work along Grand Boulevard, an area that sorely needs attention, Project CoChairman Nancy Herzel said. Jamie Farha, the chairman, and Herzel are asking for donations to the $1,26 million project. A huge difference in pedestrian access and quality of life is to result in the aftermath of the
improvements, Farha said. The plans include: • A major renovation to the channel area, including a water fountain; • Stone veneer at the Sherwood Lane and Grand Boulevard bridges; • New walking trails; See NHILLS, Page 4
Synar tapped for Lifetime Achievement OKC Beautiful’s Executive Director, Lisa Synar received Keep Oklahoma Beautiful’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Environmental Excellence Celebration. The Keep Oklahoma Beautiful awards recognize individuals and organizations in Oklahoma that have contributed to the beautification and environmental stewardship of the state. “Keep Oklahoma Beautiful is excited for the opportunity to recognize one of our star affiliates and their Executive Director,” said Jeanette Nance, executive Director of Keep Oklahoma Beautiful. “Our Board of Directors spent little time choosing a perfect choice in Lisa Synar as our 2023 Lifetime Achievement awardee. Lisa not only exhibits a passion for her See SYNAR, Page 4
AWARE Luncheon chairmen named By Rose Lane Editor Hilary Karchmer and Vicki Knotts are the co-chairman of the Alzheimer’s Association’s AWARE Luncheon, set for April 16, 2024. Elaine Levy is to be lauded as the honorary chairman. Alice Dahlgren hosted the AWARE group for a ALOIS Brunch at her home, at which time the announcement of the co-chairmen and honorary chairmen were made. Alois Alzheimer is who put a name to this disease “It is such an honor to support this mission and all that the Alzheimer’s Association stands for,”
said co-chairman Hilary Karchmer. The event directly supports the OKC community with education, research, resources, and support as well as raising awareness. “Too often, this disease is misunderstood and stigmatized. This event is designed to educate and unite voices to support increased understanding for those affected by memory loss,” Knotts said. Sponsorships and tables are now available for the Oklahoma City Alzheimer’s Association AWARE Luncheon. To find out how to sponsor and participate in this year’s luncheon, contact Dana Edwards at daedwards@alz.org. For a photo of the chairmen, see Page 2.
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Cat of the Week Little Bitty is a 9 year-old Snowshoe Siamese and she comes to work with Collin Kerr at the real estate office he owns. Her job description includes squirrel watching, cat napping, and meowing for food seven times per day. We love her so much and she is such a sweetheart. Email Dog, Cat, Pet and Baby of the Week nominations with complete descriptions to rose@okcfriday.com.
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AWARE luncheon leaders The ladies leading the Alzheimer’s Association’s AWARE Luncheon, set for April 16, 2024: From left, Vickie Knotts, co-chairman; Elaine Levy, honorary chairman; and Hilary Karchmer, co-chairman. See story, Page 1.
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NHILLS From Page 1 • Many new trees; and, • A pedestrian trail bridge across the channel. This plan has already received two major gifts — one generous resident has offered matching funds up to $500,000 and another benevolent resident gifted the city $100,000. Additional resident donations, pledges, grants and city funds have narrowed the funding gap to complete this project to $225,483. “We need your help to get to the finish line,” Herzel said. “Please consider this improvement in your year-end donations.” For those residents who want to memorial-
Artist rendering of the park improvements in Nichols Hills. Renderings provided by Howard-Fairbain Site Design ize their contribution, a $2,500 donation to purchase an approved personalized brick to help create a donor plaza. To donate to the Redbud Park Improvement Project, send your donations made payable to the City of Nichols Hills (an organization eligible
for charitable contributions Title 26, Section 170 (c) (1) of the Internal Revenue Code), 6407 Avondale Dr., Nichols Hills, OK 73116 with Redbud
Project on the memo line. Contact Jamie Farha at (405) 641-5858 or Nancy Herzel at (405) 919-9105 with any questions.
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Award, Journal Record’s Circle of Excellence, 55 Over 55 Next Gen Award, and others. “I am honored and humbled to be receiving this prestigious award,” Synar said. “This is not a personal achievement; it represents the collective efforts of many individuals who have supported and inspired me through the years. I share it with my board, staff, mentors, colleagues, friends and my family.” OKC Beautiful is an environmental beautification and education nonprofit leading Oklahoma City’s beautification and environmental stewardship through collaboration, education, and advocacy. Learn more about the organization at okcbeautiful.com.
From Page 1 work, but also has spent more than a decade leading OKC Beautiful to make a positive, beautiful, environmental impact on Oklahoma City.” Lisa Synar has served as the OKC Beautiful executive director since 2008, growing the organization’s programs and reach. Synar is active in the community, holding board and volunteer positions with Oklahoma City Rotary Foundation, Leadership Oklahoma City, Tri Delta’s Children’s Foundation, and more. Past recognition includes the Cushing Hall of Fame induction, Lynn Institute’s Legacy
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CALENDAR THEATRE Through Dec. 9 • Little Women Marmee, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy humbly invite you to share a season of Christmases with the March Family and their friends this holiday season. In this live and intimate pro duction of Little Women, experience the warmth, sorrows, triumphs, struggles, and joys alongside the March Family with your loved ones. Pro duced specifically for The Harn Homestead and lovingly adapted by Storyteller Theatre. Visit harnhomestead.com for details. Through Dec. 17 • Clue: On Stage Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farcemeetsmurder mystery. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT! Thursday performances are half of the adult ticket price, only $15. Pur chase tickets at car pentersqauare.com or call the box office: 4052326500.
THIS WEEKEND Dec. 810 • Artisan Market The Artisan Market (formerly known as
Through Jan. 2 • Jewel Box Theatre Season tickets to Jewel Box Theatre's "Clas sic" Season 66 are on sale through Jan. 2. Patrons may see all six productions for only $90. The season runs February through October 2024. For more information visit JewelBoxOKC.com; email at JBT.BoxOf fice@gmail.com; or call 4055211786. the Ceramics Sale) has become a tradition at OK Contemporary, known for celebrating local talent and pro viding a platform for artists to showcase their work to a diverse and appreciative audi ence. Shop the collec tion of functional and funky items that turn any gift into a work of art. These unique gifts will delight anyone on your list, and you’ll be delighted that you’re helping the local artists and art pro grams at Oklahoma Contemporary thrive. Located at 11 NW 11th St., from 11 am to 6 pm. For details visit okcontemp.org/arti sanmarket. Dec. 810 • Hip Hop Nutcracker Follow Carlos on his hip hop journey to selfdiscovery through magical lands filled with largerthanlife characters as he learns that the greatest love comes from the com munity that surrounds him. RACE's Hip Hop Nutcracker is hosted by Oklahoma City Community College every December and provides approximate ly 100 students the opportunity to per form in a stateofthe
art facility for their families, friends, and communities. Get tick ets and details at racedance.com. Dec. 8 • Shaun Cassidy Writer, producer, actor, and singer Shaun Cas sidy graces this historic Tower Theatre stage on Dec. 8. Come wit ness this '70s teen idol and entertainment legend’s triumphant return to performing. Go to towerthe atreokc.com for details. Dec. 9 • Deck the Hall of Fame Start your holiday season with Free Family Fun. Enjoy winterthemed crafts and handson activi ties, take pictures with Santa, make reindeer food with Mrs. Claus, and spend quality time together learning about extraordinary Okla homans, 1400 Classen Dr. from 10 am – 2 pm.
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n Oct. 29, 2008, I started a love affair that consumes me to this day. It wasn’t my first attempt. I had been teased by similar suitors before. I attended a Golden State Warriors game in the early 1990s when I lived in San Francisco. I caught a New York Knicks game in the early 2000s when I lived in Manhattan. It never clicked. I didn’t care. I didn’t feel any magic. On Oct. 29, 2008, in Oklahoma City, it finally clicked. Nestled in the Ford Center, surrounded by thousands of people I admired, people I grew up with, people I played ball with, I was given the opportunity to not only experience NBA magic, but to help create it. And it was truly magic. Loud City. Seas of matching blue t-shirts. Rumble. The Thunder Girls. The Balon Blaster. Love’s Kiss Cam. Kevin Durant thanking his mom during his first MVP speech: “You’re the real MVP.” We became a family. Sitting next to Thabo Sefolosha and his wife speaking French at La Baguette. Serge Ibaka. Steven Adams. Enes Kanter. We became part of an international family. We became part of a global phenomenon. Thanks to the Thunder, Oklahoma City became part of the global conClue: On Stage Paradise Christmas Cracker Shaun Cassidy Hip Hop Nutcracker A Sherlock Carol Chanukah Festival
versation. It started in December of 1993, when Oklahoma City voters said YES and passed the first MAPS program. Since that vote, every time the people of Oklahoma City voted YES to invest in our city, it transformed our city for the better. The success of large infrastructure projects consistently inspired those same voters to say YES to support senior centers, sidewalks, affordable housing, bike trails, and mental health facilities. The Thunder has completely transformed the perception of Oklahoma City around the world. From constant mentions on ESPN, television news, and radio stations, to Oklahoma City Thunder jerseys hanging in every sporting goods retailer across America, the Thunder has given our city the most positive identity we have ever enjoyed. The impact of the Thunder is even more obvious at home. The Oklahoma City Thunder donates hundreds of pairs of shoes to Oklahoma Cleats for Kids. Thunder players
through Dec. 17 Dec. 710 Dec. 723 Dec. 8 Dec. 810 Dec. 823 Dec. 10
mentor and inspire students at the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County. Thunder jerseys, ticket packages, and autographed memorabilia raise hundreds of thousands of dollars each year for local charities from the United Way to the Regional Food Bank to Fields & Futures. When I ran the deadCenter Film Festival, our attendance increased by 3,000 people when Thunder Films debuted their film about Nick Collison, Mr. Thunder, at our festival. Since then, Thunder Films has premiered several Emmy Award-winning films at deadCenter, screened by invitation at the White House, and created a name for quality storytelling across the NBA. Our current team is possibly the best we have ever had. We have a super star leader in Shai GilgeousAlexander surrounded by some of the best athletes and definitely the best 7-footer in Chet Holmgren. For the past 15 years, the Oklahoma City Thunder has helped us transform into a Big League City. Now it’s time for our city to reinvest in the Oklahoma City Thunder. It is time for a new, modern arena. Next Tuesday, vote YES on the proposal for a new arena. Go Thunder!
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Red Kettle Campaign seeks volunteers and allows for digital donations As the holiday season approaches, The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma is ringing in its Red Kettle Campaign with an expanded call for support. With a commitment to spreading Christmas cheer across Central Oklahoma, The Salvation Army invites individuals to volunteer as bell ringers and introduces a digital donation method to meet the changing landscape of holiday giving. The iconic Red Kettle is back and volunteers are needed to ensure its success. Bell ringing commenced this year and will continue through Dec. 23, with volunteer shifts available
from 11 am to 6:30 pm every Monday through Saturday. Captain Russell Clay, Area Commander at The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma, emphasizes the impact of volunteer bell ringers, stating, "They make a profound impact by raising funds that sustain our year-round programs." To become a volunteer bell ringer individuals and groups can easily sign up at registertoring.com. The Salvation Army allows volunteers to choose full-day commitments, contribute a few hours, or team-up with friends to make a collective impact. Every dollar collected directly bene-
fits Central Oklahoma, supporting essential services such as feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, providing emergency financial assistance and distributing toys to children in need during Christmas. The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma has a goal this year of $350,000, which means all donations are significant. The organization’s currently projected to be $20,000 behind in meeting its goal. The community’s support is essential. In response to the evolving landscape of financial transactions, The Salvation Army introduces ways for donors to contribute during the Christmas sea-
son. Recognizing the shift toward cashless systems, the organization has incorporated QR codes on Red Kettle signs, facilitating digital donations to the Virtual Red Kettle. Captain Clay expresses optimism, stating, “We’re hoping that the ability to donate through the QR code will make it even easier for donors to help The Salvation Army this year.” Donors can visit TSAOK.org to contribute to the Virtual Red Kettle, ensuring that every dollar counts toward providing essential resources for local individuals and families facing hardships.
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Nine seniors presented their Independent Studies Program findings, the culmination of a year’s work on varied topics. They are, from left: Front row,) Katerina Chrysant, Anya Birch and Alexandra Dillon; middle row, Cole Spence, Ethan Carr and Lainey Portman; and back row, Samuel Fowler, Ethan LaGere and Holden Williams.
ollowing a weeklong Thanksgiving break, Chargers returned to campus and dove head-first into activities in each of the divisions ahead of final exams and winter break. • Nine seniors presented their Independent Studies Program findings, which represented the culmination of a year’s work and in-depth studies of the students’ chosen topics. Topics this year spanned the gamut from Neurodivergence Through Art to The Influencing Factors of the Stock Market to The Analysis of Religion in Politics." • Middle School had a big week in the arts and athletics. The Middle School basketball and wrestling seasons began with games/matches at Oklahoma Christian School and tournaments at Kingfisher. A selection
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HALL HAPPENINGS of choral students were named to honors choirs: Kynley Jones ’29 was selected to the OKCDA Junior High All-State Choir, and the OKMEA Children's All-State Choir named Andre KochelekGeurts ’30, Bella Mier ’30, Annabelle Jackson ’30, and Westley Ferguson ’31 as members. • As middle school students from the “Called to Serve” service learning class volunteered at the Regional Food Bank this week, third graders were busy super-sizing their musical talents for their program, “On the Shoulders of Giants.”
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he holiday season is always so busy at John Marshall! We started our November by sending student council members to the Oklahoma Association of Student Councils State Conference in Owasso, Oklahoma. We sent five delegates and they learned so many things! “I learned and decided that we are ultimately responsible for what changes we make in our school and that just wanting it to happen won’t get the job done,” said senior Kassidy Scott. “I really enjoyed the speakers. It was like a weekend long pep talk,” said senior Ayana Smith. Students were introduced to new fundraisers, community service ideas and
’Azhane Frazier and Kassidy Scott work on one of the many Christmas trees student council decorates for the school
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JM JOURNAL exciting ways to engage the student body. They also enjoyed networking with student council members across the state to come up with new ideas. • JM readers win again! OKCPS holds reading challenges during our school breaks to encourage literacy. We won three of our four challenges last year and won our recent fall break reading challenge this year, so we are starting off right! Students were
rewarded with various prizes and were excited to get the recognition. “I love to have time to read more during breaks,” exclaimed Sophia Reyes, “it is easy to just keep a log to share with my teacher.” • We couldn’t start the holiday season without showing a little Christmas
spirit. Student Council members put up and decorated Christmas trees for staff and students. Staff are doing secret Santa, and students and staff have holiday themed dress up days and activities. We are excited to have fun together during this exciting time of year.
• On Friday, Dec. 1, the entire student body gathered in the Boghetich Gym for a special neon pep rally to cheer on the Charger football team, who played Lincoln Christian for the 3A state title the next day. With neon-clad students and glowsticks filling the stands, the pep rally featured performances by
December 8 Mindy Balyeat Lauri Blosser Holly Lawton Kate Nelson Matt Seikel Billy Spruill Allison Stafford Randy Stafford Renner Starns Dick Swan Joe Wood December 9 Stephanie Brown Jacob L. Maidt December 10 Nancy Amis Matt Brisch Denise Buthion Earl Ingram III Karla Swatek December 11 Marie Brunner Carol Coleman Chris Dearing Susan Jernigan Michelle Martinez David Sanders Lynda Tarpley December 12 Barbara Boatman Ashley Courtney Dorothy Duhme Joe Heaton Charles Lybrand David Neumann II
the 2023 state champion Charger cheerleaders, inspiration from senior football players and Coach Brett Bogert ’05, fun cheers and the famous “student roller coaster,” led by Carson Beam ’24. The energy in the gym filled the students and attending parents with excitement.
Mark Roberts Frances Sharp Dusty Taylor December 13 Jeri Beard Kim Byrd John H. Cavender David Douglass DeAnn Elliot Shannon Fudge Ami Galegor Joan Hewitt Raymond Monks Robin Muldowney Kerri Reynolds Kimberly Ross Montine Sprehe Glenda Talbot December 14 Dolores Boyle Don Green Brian Kelley Jay Thomas Luetkemeyer Helen McCombs Ashley Mears Krissy Pearson Susie Peak Connie Jean Smith Mary Gordan Taft James R. Tolbert Curt Wilson Whitney Wood Madeline Wood Emma Katherine Wood
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DIVORCE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 1, 2023; Friday, December 8, 2023; Friday, December 15, 2023) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-963 In Re the Marriage of: ) Araceli Frayre Reyes, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Lazaro Garcia Mendoza, ) Respondent. )
Modify Custody, Visitation, and Child Support and that unless you answer the Motion filed by this Petitioner in said Court on or before the 28 day of December, 2023, said Motion will be taken as true and judgement granting to the Petitioner an Order Modifying Custody, Visitation, and Child Support, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 7 day of November, 2023. /s/Thomas J. Strickland Petitioner SUBSCRIBER AND SWORN to before me this 7 day of November, 2023. Notary: /s/Angela Smith (SEAL) My commission expires: 7/4/2026 Commission Number: 22009046
NAME CHANGE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 8, 2023) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-2838 In the Matter of the Application of Armani Parker as next of friend of (child) Elias Jerome Parker to Change Her/His Name
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NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Armani Parker, as next of friend of Elias Jerome Parker has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Elias Jerome Parker to (b) Elias Jerome King; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Andrews of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 21 day of February, 2024 at 1:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.
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THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Lazaro Garcia Mendoza You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage, alleging incompatibility. You must answer the Petition on or before the 31 day of December, 2023, or the Petition will be taken as true and a divorce and other relief sought will be granted to the Petitioner. WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 16 day of November, 2023. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Teresa Becker DEPUTY CLERK (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 1, 2023; Friday, December 8, 2023; Friday, December 15, 2023) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2023-2865 In Re the Marriage of: ) Tawanna Andrea Parks, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Torrance Lermun Parks, ) Respondent. )
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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 1, 2023; Friday, December 8, 2023) OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 D&B Daiquiri Spot, LLC 2115 NW 122nd St. Ste A, Oklahoma City, OK 73120 an/a LLC hereby publishes notice of their intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Caterer/Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That they intend(s), if granted such license to operate as an Caterer/Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 2115 NW 122nd St. Ste A in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of D&B Daiquiri Spot. Dated this 27 day of November, 2023. /s/Crystal B. Brown County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma.
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Chuong Van Pham has petitioned to change his/her name to Charles Van Pham. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 22 day of February, 2024, before Judge Andrews at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 359 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
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The Fraud By Zadie Smith
THE NUTCRACKER With OKCPHIL & Canterbury Voices Choreography by: Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye
Dec. 8-18 at Civic Center Music Hall TICKET PRICES: $30-$115 | RUN TIMES: 125 minutes including one intermission
Audiences will not want to miss Oklahoma City Ballet’s traditional version of The Nutcracker with choreography by Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye. Tchaikovsky’s spirited and familiar score evokes warm childlike memories in the most glorious way as this colorful and extravagant ballet takes the stage once again this holiday season. A sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker will take place on Monday, Dec. 18, in partnership with AutismOklahoma.
THE NUTCRACKER TEA Presented by: Bank of America Cherokee Communications Julie and Roy Rindler
Saturday, Dec. 16 from 4 - 6 pm Civic Center Music Hall Meinder's Hall of Mirrors
Bring your friends and family as we enjoy warm cocoa, treats, and of course, tea! Meet your favorite characters from The Nutcracker, and get a chance to have a chat with good ole’ Saint Nick to remind him of those last-minute holiday wishes. The Nutcracker Tea will include a short performance by OKCB II, wonderful photo opportunities, seating for all guests, and crafts for all ages. Table sponsorships available!
THE NUTCRACKER BOUTIQUE Celebrate the holiday season while supporting our mission at The Nutcracker Boutique. Stop by the Boutique located in the north lobby an hour before the performance, during intermission, or after the performance. We offer the largest variety of Nutcrackers in the city, plus so much more, with all proceeds benefiting Oklahoma City Ballet’s FREE Community Engagement programs.
Visit okcballet.org for tickets, calendar, FAQ, details and to donate.
Zadie Smith was born in Northwest London and continues to reside there. She is a young writer but has earned many awards, recognitions and numerous fans. She was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 2002 and also listed as one of the tenured professors of Fiction at NYU as a member of the Academy of Arts and Letters. Zadie Smith has a love of writing and develops her story using every aide and style found in the
1870s Victorian English or Scottish favorite authors’ works in this 474-page novel. She has created three story lines into one for The Fraud. There are, of course, challenges to the reader in keeping things straight. Basically, the three stories are interesting on their own but take on a new twist when blended together for the threein-one work. The story starts the tale with Eliza Touchet, the Sottish housekeeper and cousin by marriage to William Ainsworth. The second line of fiction continues with the Tichborne Trial in which a man claims he is the long presumed dead baronet Sir Roger Tichborne. The third interest is the story of the life of Andew Bogle, a formerly enslaved man who is
one of the witnesses at the Tichborne Trial. At this point the novel might appear confusing, but Smith’s thorough research saves the story with facts and truths from the historical period itself. The Fraud is a dazzling story about truth and fiction and the authenticity of “other people” who are not the same as these estate owner men with titles. It dares to make the observations that people are easily manipulated and that the rich are especially gifted in taking advantage of poor people. The major question is: If this is a world of hypocrisy and deception, and nothing is what it seems to be, the future of the characters depends upon who is telling the story of what is actually
truth and what is fiction. As a mystery, The Fraud catches the imagination. The time period and the casual glimpses of such greats as Charles Dickens add to the difficulty in making judgments. One must read the words, figure the plot, and then test the veracity, truth and plausibility. He must then determine what is missing to learn the final answer to the truth. Who is the voice of reason? Is this indeed a case of fraud? Which of the possibilities does the reader find most believable as a novel about truth and fiction, fraudulence and authenticity and the mystery of other people? Thanks to Full Circle for sharing these books with FRIDAY readers.
Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department releases updated digital Route 66 Guide The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) recently released an updated digital Route 66 Guide to help travelers discover some of Oklahoma’s hidden gems along Route 66 – from attractions to accommodations to local cuisine. Oklahoma boasts the nation’s longest driveable stretch of the iconic highway, with over 400 miles running through the state. OTRD is modernizing its library of specialty guides by going completely digital,
and the Route 66 Guide is the first to be re-released as fully digital. “Going digital with our specialty publications gives us an exciting opportunity to make our guides more interactive and update them more frequently so there’s always fresh content,” said OTRD Executive Director Shelley Zumwalt. “We’re improving the user experience while also being fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars.” OTRD will continue to print an annual combined Travel and
Outdoor guide as well as the Route 66 Passport. The agency is working with industry partners to potentially print the Route 66 Guide. Orders of physical guides are still available in limited quantities while supplies last. The new and improved digital Route 66 Guide showcases a mix of new stops and longtime favorites, including charming towns, roadside diners and quirky attractions throughout Oklahoma's stretch of the highway. It also features the state’s
Route 66 history along with new information on 14 attractions and five events. Some attractions include the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural Center in Vinita, the Teepee Drive-In Theater in Sapulpa and the Route 66 Train Town in Stroud. Check out the entire Route 66 Guide or visit TravelOK.com for more information. You can find the complete list of guides available for free in the TravelOK app (Apple & Google Play stores) or at TravelOK.com.
Locally-owned Business Directory Debbie South RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Office: (405) 751-4848 debbiesouth.com
Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com
Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ
23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com
Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com
Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com
Boutique One 6478 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hill Plaza (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store
Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com
The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com
Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com
Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, . Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233
Thrifty Pharmacy 10904 N. May Ave. L Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-2852 230 S. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond OK 73003 thriftypharmacyedmond. com BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank Britton Feed & Seed 708 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 842-5590 britton-feed-seed.hub.biz First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 fnbok.com La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 840-3047 labaguettebistro.com
Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com
CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com
Retirement Investment Advisors 2925 United Founders Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-3443 theretirementpath.com
Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank
Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com
Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com
Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com
First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126 All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-9005 deerclanbooks@gmail.com First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com
Amy Wade & Co. Real Estate Team Amy Wade - Listing Specialist 1508 W. Edmond Rd. Edmond, OK 73131 (405) 605-9195 AmyWadeandCo.com Renaissance Hardwood Floors 3608 E. I 35 Frontage Rd. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 225-3044 Krista Anne’s Boutique 7602 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 310-5500
The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335
Tim Hughes Custom Homes, LLC 7009 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 229-7504
Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 405 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org
Norma Harris Harris Realty Company 13800 Quail Pointe Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 740-0123
Steam It Klean It LLC Carpet Cleaning PO Box 20232 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 602-4960 Steamitkleanit@gmail.com
Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 www.pearlsokc.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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Christmas meals can be quite a quandary By Eric Oesch Staff Writer In our family there are three big holiday meal celebrations. Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. I guess you could probably add the Fourth of July to the list if you want to count cookouts, but let’s leave it out for the sake of this opinion piece. I don’t prepare the meal for our family celebrations, but I do have a sister-in-law, Lucy, who is a magnificent cook. Everything she makes is delicious, special and prepared with love for her family. For that I am most grateful. Thanksgiving is usually reserved for turkey, dressing, Lucy’s most delicious sweet potatoes on earth, along with cranberries and all the other sides, salads and desserts. Of course, everything is served amidst fabulous fall décor. Easter tends to lean towards a spiral cut ham,
scalloped potatoes, deviled eggs and all the other sides, salads and desserts. Throw in some Easter baskets filled with colored eggs for holiday embellishments and you’re good. That leaves Christmas. It can be quite a quandary, and it’s already time to start planning for Family Christmas 2023! First, do you have a family dinner on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or another day so the married kids can spend the holiday with the inlaws? Once that’s settled it’s menu time, and that’s where the quandary begins. Does Christmas have a signature meat? Thanksgiving has turkey. Easter has ham. But Christmas? There have been Christmases where we’ve had lasagna. Delicious lasagna. Everybody’s happy lasagna. But lasagna. Lasagna can be a Thursday night meal – not as special as the others. Last year our standing rib roast was magnifi-
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cent, but was it Christmas? Probably – and it sure was delicious. Serving both turkey AND ham is another option, but it can lead to a lot of oven time and can pose a genuine problem for one-oven households. Plus, can anyone really eat that much turkey and ham? We’ve even had Christmas that featured spectacular charcuterie boards, fancy fondue, and an entire spread of opulent dips, cakes, pies, candies and finger foods. That’s always a fun way to go. More casual. Leaving more time for opening presents! I guess it’s all up to the individual, but the way I look at it it’s all good. Serve turkey. Serve ham. Serve standing rib roast, lasagna or a spectacular charcuterie board and fancy fondue. As long as you get to spend Christmas with the ones you love that’s all that matters. Now, where’s that grocery list?
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Global Achievement Awards
- Photo by Rose Lane
During a recent luncheon, Sister Cities OKC presented its Global Achievement Awards. From left: Sister Cities President Dr. Ron Sutor; Philip Busey, representing the Busey family, Global Vision Lifetime Achievement Award; the Honorable Dan Boren, Global Vision Leadership Award; Aldwyn Sappleton, Global Vision Award; Dr. Dwight Lawson, Global Vision Humanitarian Award; and Mary Blankenship Pointer, special advisor to the president of Sister Cities OKC.
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Sports Weekly FOOTBALL | CLASS 3A CHAMPIONSHIP: LINCOLN CHR. 48, HERITAGE HALL 28
Chargers shut out in 2nd half of loss to Bulldogs By Jason Jewell Sports Editor EDMOND – It truly was a tale of two halves for the Heritage Hall football team in last Saturday’s Class 3A state championship game. The Chargers jumped out to a quick 28-7 lead midway through the second quarter but were shutout over the final 2 ½ quarters on the way to a 48-28 loss to Lin-
coln Christian at Chad Richison Stadium on the UCO campus. “I’m heartbroken for our seniors,” coach Brett Bogert said. “They played their butts off for four years for us. Unfortunately, football is a tough game and some things happened. They fought till the end and that’s all we can ask for.” Quarterback Andy Bass accounted for all four Heritage Hall touchdowns.
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The teams exchanged touchdowns in the opening 2 minutes, with Bass rumbling 48 yards for a TD in the Chargers’ first series. Heritage Hall continued its momentum with 21 unanswered points, including a pair of runs by Bass for 2 and 1 yards and a 3yard screen to Jordyn Harris to end the rally. However, Lincoln Christian regrouped and closed the half with two TDs to close the Chargers’ lead to 28-21. “They’re a really good team,” Bogert said. “We had some momentum, got some turnovers. We’re always trying to score when we have the ball. They got a three-andout and scored. We had the lead at halftime. We came out and were driving down the field and some things happened. That’s football.”
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Heritage Hall quarterback Andy Bass (7) tries to make a move around Lincoln Christian’s Malakia Dillard during last Saturday’s state championship game.
About midway through Heritage Hall’s first series of the third quarter, Bass suffered what appeared to be a serious leg injury as he watched the rest of the game from the sideline on crutches. “Andy is obviously the life-blood of our team,” Bogert said. “It hurt. It hurt the team. You could see the air got out of them because
they love him. It’s hard to coach, much less play, when something like that happens to your guy.” Bass finished with 288 total yards, including 173 on the ground and 115 through the air on 9 of 14 passing. Rashaud Smith ended as the leading receiver with 114 yards on six catches, while Harris had 4 caches for
Above, senior captains Jack Harris (52), Rashaud Smith (11), Jordyn Harris (4), Zavier Freeman (55), and Andy Bass (7), enter the field at UCO’s Chad Richison Stadium.
Right, Heritage Hall’s Jordyn Harris (4) fields a kickoff against Lincoln Christian.
22 yards along with 94 yards on kickoff returns and a 47-yard punt return. On defense, Terrance Johnson corralled a team-high 13 tackles followed by Harris with 10 stops and Bladen Vogel with 9 tackles. The Chargers, who won a state title last year, finished the season at 13-1.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
Trio scores in double figures Knights trounce Western as Cyclones outlast OCS Heights to open season Jumping out to an early lead, the Casady girls basketball team held on for a 66-56 season-opening win over Oklahoma Christian School (OCS) last week. Trinity Boone paced a trio in double figures with 24 points for the Cyclones (1-0). Kate Naifeh grabbed 22 points and Reagan Prestidge chipped in 14 points. This weekend, Casady competes at the Community Christian Classic in Norman.
UPCOMING SCHEDULE Thursday, Dec. 7-Saturday, Dec. 9 Casady at Community Chr. Classic Crossings Chr. (G) at Jim Elliott Invitational Deer Creek (G) at Southern Okla. Invitational Deer Creek (B) at Tahlequah Invitational Harding Charter Prep at Minco Bulldog Classic Heritage Hall at Community Chr. Classic John Marshall at Harrah Panther Classic McGuinness at Southern Okla. Invitational Mount St. Mary at Joe Lawson Invitational PC North at Joe Lawson Invitational Tuesday, December 12 Crossings Christian at El Reno Moore at Deer Creek Midwest City at John Marshall McGuinness at Ardmore Capitol Hill at PC North Note: All girls games start at 6 p.m., unless noted, with the boys games to follow at 7:30 p.m.
KNIGHTS CLOBBER WESTERN HEIGHTS Crossings Christian got a mixed bag from its opening weekend of the 2023-24 season, highlighted by a 55-16 dominating win at Western Heights. Allison Hickey posted a team-best 18 points and Brooklyn Borin added 15 for the Knights (1-1). Hickey also led the way with 13 points in a 60-40 loss to Elgin in the opener. Carlie Little scored 8 points and Borin chipped in 6 points. Crossings competes this weekend in the Jim Elliott Invitational hosted by Christian Heritage and visits El Reno on Tuesday. PANTHERS GET PAST MUSTANG PC North split its opening games of the season, winning 45-39 at Mustang but losing
49-29 to Edmond North. This weekend, the Panthers (1-1) participate at the Joe Lawson Invitational in Norman and host Capitol Hill on Tuesday. EAGLES DOMINATE HARDING FA Harding Charter Prep split its opening games of the 2023-24 campaign with a 52-3 win over Harding Fine Arts and a 56-47 loss at Classen SAS. The Eagles (1-1) play at the Minco Bulldog Classic this weekend. ANTLERS FALL AT EDMOND NORTH Deer Creek endured a pair of losses to open its season, including an 82-17 loss at Edmond North and a 60-36 setback against Norman North. The Antlers (0-2)
compete at the Southern Oklahoma Invitational in Duncan this weekend before hosting Moore on Tuesday. GLENPOOL RUNS OVER IRISH McGuinness suffered a 72-40 loss at Glenpool last week in the opening game of the season. The Irish (0-1) also compete at the Southern Oklahoma Invitational this weekend and travel to Ardmore on Tuesday. CHA TOO MUCH FOR ROCKETS Mount St. Mary’s trip to Del City turned out to be a difficult one as the Rockets suffered a 55-32 loss at Christian Heritage last week. The Mount (0-1) competes this weekend at the Joe Lawson Invitational in Norman.
Cruising through its opening games, the Crossings Christian boys basketball team captured two big wins at Western Heights and against Elgin. Phoenix Woodson collected 18 points for the Knights (2-0) in a 66-34 victory over the Jets. Cam Parker grabbed 14 points and Mack Gudell chipped in 12 points. Crossings opened the season with a 69-46 triumph against Elgin, led by Cal Furnish with 27 points and Braden Buckingham with 14 points. The Knights visit El Reno this Tuesday. IRISH RUN OVER GLENPOOL With three players in double figures, McGuinness rolled to a season-opening 62-34 victory at Glenpool last week. Nate Cauthern scored a team-best 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Irish (1-0). Jett Schafer contributed 15 points and Hudson McCormick added 12 points. McGuinness plays in the Southern Oklahoma Invitational at Duncan this weekend before visiting Ardmore on Tuesday. ANTLERS FALL AT EDMOND NORTH Despite having three players in double figures, Deer Creek suffered a 65-59 loss at Edmond North in the opening week of the
2023-24 season. Clyde Davis paced the Antlers (1-1) with 17 points. Mason Smith finished with 13 points and Hudson Linsenmeyer added 12 points. Deer Creek opened the week with a 47-40 win over Norman North behind 10 points each from Davis and Linsenmeyer. The Antlers are set to compete at the Tahlequah Invitational this weekend and host Moore on Tuesday. MUSTANG GETS PAST PANTHERS PC North endured a pair of losses last week to open the season, including a 57-48 setback at Mustang and a 56-27 defeat at Edmond North. Khai Brown scored a team-best 23 points and Mekhi Thomas added 11 points for the Panthers (0-2) against Mustang. Brown and Thomas also led the way with nine points each at Edmond North. This weekend, PC North participates at the Joe Lawson Invitational in Norman and entertains Capitol Hill on Tuesday. OCS TOO MUCH FOR CYCLONES Casady garnered a split in their opening games of the season, including a 72-50 loss to OCS and a 66-62 win against the OKC Storm homeschool squad. Kaden Leache finished with 24 points
and Bryson Buckingham had 17 points for the Cyclones (1-1) against OCS. Leache and Buckingham also scored 19 points each against the Storm. This weekend, Casady competes at the Community Christian Classic in Norman. EAGLES DOWN HARDING ARTS Harding Charter Prep has gotten off to a good start. The Eagles (3-1) posted a 72-29 win at Harding Fine Arts but fell 55-40 at Classen SAS. They opened the season with two victories. Harding Prep competes this weekend at the Minco Bulldog Classic. ROCKETS TOP CHR. HERITAGE Mount St. Mary also opened its season with a 65-59 win at Christian Heritage last week. The Rockets (1-0) play at the Joe Lawson Invitaitonal in Norman. BEARS, CHARGERS START THIS WEEK John Marshall and Heritage Hall opened their seasons on Tuesday, with the Bears hosting Noble and Chargers at OCS. This weekend, John Marshall is at the Harrah Panther Classic while Heritage Hall plays at the Community Christian tournament in Norman.
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OKCNP/Oklahoma City University
Visions Awards laud nonprofit leadership The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits honored leaders in the nonprofit community and celebrated the accomplishments of all of the state’s nonprofits. “These distinguished individuals represent the very essence of servant leadership,” said Marnie Taylor, president, and CEO of The Center. “Their distinctive contributions have left a lasting mark, significantly shaping both our sector and state. Reflecting on the night, I am appreciative of the chance to unite such an esteemed group, acknowledging and commemorating the profound impact they have collectively forged.” Ginny Bass Carl was the 2023 Visions chairman.
- Photos by Rose Lane
Above: Marnie Taylor, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits; Gov. Bill Anoatubby, Lifetime Achievement Award; and Ginny Bass Carl, event chairman. At left: Tricia Everest, Shirley Shanker Volunteer Award. At right: Edie Roodman, President’s Award. Above: Debby Hampton, retired president and CEO of the United Way of Central Oklahoma, with Rachel Holt, the new president and CEO. Below: Representing OMRF at the event, from left, Sonny Wilkinson, Penny Voss, Ann-Clore and Walt Duncan, IV, a board member.
At left: Edie Roodman’s family, from left, husband Eli Reshef, daughter Erielle Reshef and son Eiten Reshef.
Above, from left: Ronna and Larry Davis, honoree Edie Roodman, Jonna Kirschner and Lance McDaniel.
At left: Candice Hillenbrand, chief resource officer, Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma; Elizabeth Eickman, director, Kirkpatrick Family Fund; Sarah Roberts, vice president of programs, Inasmuch Foundation, and Janienne Bella, president and CEO, Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma.
University students perform for gala attendees
- Photos by Rose Lane
Following dinner in the Wanda L. Bass School of Music atrium, guests at Oklahoma City University’s Holiday Gala were treated to singing and dancing by students. Above: From left, former OCU President Robert Henry, Gene Rainbolt, Executive Director OCU School of Dance and Entertainment Melanie Shelley and husband Jim and Charlotte Lankard. At right: J.R. and Patsy Homsey.
Above: Gary and Susan Homsey and Debbie and Andy Denton. At left: April Marciszewski, OCU President Dr. Kenneth R. Evans and April’s husband Charles Martin.