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Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 7 Free elected National Committeewoman A quality inspection is key The Genoveses: Elizabeth and Eugene, Back in the News OKC Zoo’s Art Gone Wild exhibit AN EDITORIAL Fresh Thoughts on Why is (still) right about the Compact The City Sentinel Editorial of the definition of slot machines (still considered Governor Kevin Stitt appar- the old-style wooden tumbler ently remains determined to machines that ran here long renegotiate gaming compacts ago). in Oklahoma. Because that is In truth, sweetheart deals the case, leaders of the large between the Big Tribe “play- tribes – fashioned into a co- ers” – operating with virtual alition that benefits only the monopolistic powers after de- haves, and in no instance the cades of dubious federal Trust have-nots – announced recent- decisions – and their middle ly they would rebuff Stitt’s re- men machine vendor pals ben- newed calls for a meeting to efit only … the Big Tribes and discuss this serious matter in a their well connected buddies serious manner. – who have skimmed hundred The powerful supporters of millions from the market of the status quo in Oklaho- Gov. Kevin Stitt through exclusive deals with ma tribal gaming are rejecting taking place in Las Vegas. Vegas machine manufactur- real talks about real issues be- In short, there is plenty of ers by attaching themselves to OCU School of Law Dean Jim Roth (far left) brought his own furry friends, Boo (left) and Brody (right), to meet the students of the 2019 Animal Law class. Facebook photo. cause they like things the way money churning here in Okla- large tribes and thereby con- they are. They have renewed homa to pay the state and lit- trolling the market. pressure campaigns, working tle tribes more. But as things To stop this, vendor con- OCU School of Law introduces new through paid surrogates (bene- stand today and have for many tracts could require approv- ficiaries of Big Tribe largesse), years, the cash instead flows to al under the compact to make to undermine the state’s chief nationally-connected vendors sure they are not usurious. Animal Law program executive. But it appears he and their well-connected mid- To be clear, three tribes By Darla Shelden come from all corners of the lease, student interest in will stay the course. This could dle men. The money does not (Chickasaw, Choctaw, Chero- City Sentinel Reporter state and around the region, this field has been strong for be his finest hour, and this flow to Oklahomans. kee) control two-thirds of the it is not a surprise that many years, and for some of OCU newspaper supports him. Although state law prohibits $4.2 billion gaming market for This fall of them have a great interest Law’s graduates, Animal Law Among the points that need slot machines, the state’s defi- Oklahoma. Adding in the oth- University School of Law in Animal Law,” said Jenni- is their primary focus. to be made: nition of a slot machine is not er two Big Tribes, the numbers (OCU Law) announced the fer Prilliman, OCU Associ- This new project includes Under the status quo, pres- the same as Vegas. Therefore, are: Five tribes controlling over launch of its new Animal Law ate Dean of Administration four distinct parts. The first ently too much money goes what is considered a slot ma- eighty percent of the gaming Program funded by the Kirk- and Distance Education. “Our is a networking opportunity out of state that should stay in chine in Vegas … is not consid- market. patrick Foundation. School new Animal Law program for students to network with Oklahoma. To be clear, Some ered that here. The State could There are other pieces to administrators believe this will allow them opportunities lawyers who practice Ani- $600-800 million is paid to out- simply require the Vegas style this puzzle. program could lead OCU to learn from some of the top mal Law. This opportunity is of-state machine vendors and standards for what is a gam- Here’s just one: When Okla- Law to become one of the top practitioners in the field. We part of OCU Law’s existing middle men distributors. That bling machine and deal with a homa was formed roughly schools for Animal Law in the are excited to expose them to Capital City Connect series, number would be $150-200 mil- large part of the problem. This 10,000 natives were of the five country. this growing area of the law.” which has been established lion if the same activities were can be done and not run afoul continued on page 2 “As many of our students According to a press re- continued on page 6 Green Connections to host 11th annual Prairie Dinner & Jazz at St. Francis of JOHN F. ENNEDY the Woods By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

The eleventh annual Green Connections’ Prairie Dinner and Jazz event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 at St. Francis of the Woods, 11414 OK- 33, in Coyle, Oklahoma. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with conversation, music, ap- Keatings, Collison and Love Meyer to be petizers, and wine. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., followed The 11th annual Green Connection’s Prairie Dinner & Jazz event will feature a Honored at JFK Awards by a full concert at 7:30 p.m. five-course local foods meal catered by chefs Kamala Gamble and Barbara Mock Seating is limited. Announce- from Kam’s Kookery in Oklahoma City. Photo provided. held immediately following the proud Knight of Columbus. ments and an update from the pears, spiced pecans, and blue rangement. Organizers Add Af- dinner in the Skirvin’s Red Pia- “This year’s honorees donate Green Connections Board will cheese. The evening will provide no Bar. their time and talents to the ter Party to Keep the take place prior to the concert. The main course entrée will live music by the Prairie Jazz “’Play On’ will give young- service of our less fortunate The traditional five-course feature smoked Peach Crest Trio, featuring musicians Alys- Celebration of Service er Oklahoma Citians a chance friends and neighbors, said local foods dinner will be ca- Ranch brisket, served with sa Kozlowski on keyboard, Bri- to support the Santa Fe Cen- James Timberlake, Executive tered once again by chefs Ka- roasted sweet potatoes with an Jenner on the baritone sax- Going ter,” said James Timerlake, Ex- Director of the Santa Fe Family mala Gamble and Barbara thyme and garlic, along with ophone, and Clem Braden on Staff Report ecutive Director of the San- Life Center. “We are pleased to Mock from Oklahoma City’s grilled squash with fresh herbs. acoustic bass. ta Fe Family Life Center. “For honor that service.” Kam’s Kookery at Guilford For dessert, pear or apple tart- Brian Jenner’s Baritone Sax- A former governor and First a $25 donation, attendees can Jenny Love Meyer is being Gardens. lets will be presented with car- ophone Ensemble CD will be Lady, a community volunteer celebrate with gala attendees honored for her longtime com- The Prairie Dinner menu amel and whipped cream. available for a suggested mini- and an NBA superstar are re- and honorees in the Piano Bar munity involvement. Jenny is will include a creamy carrot A vegan entrée option with mum donation of $5. Proceeds cipients of the 2019 John F. while supporting our mission an Oklahoma native, a gradu- soup with coconut milk, a sea- roasted acorn squash with far- will go to benefit the Green Kennedy Community Service of sports and wellness for all. ate of Bishop McGuinness High sonal salad with cantaloupe, ro & beets will be served on re- Connections environmental Award. It’s going to be a great way to School in Oklahoma City, and basil, feta, balsamic or arugula, quest by prior reservation ar- continued on page 6 Governor end the night.” she holds a BA in political sci- and Former First Lady Cathy Proceeds from both events ence from Colorado College. Keating, Jenny Love Meyer support the Santa Fe Family She is a past board member and Nick Collison will for- Life Center (SFFLC). An out- A note to advertisers and mally accept their awards Sept. reach of the Knights of Colum- 17 at the 9th annual John F. bus Oklahoma Council 1038, potential advertisers Kennedy Community Service SFFLC’s mission is to provide Here is The City Sentinel print edition production schedule Awards gala. recreation and athletic pro- for next 2 months. The gala event begins with grams for underserved commu- a reception at 6:30 p.m., fol- nity members, including those October 2019 edition lowed by dinner at 7 p.m. at the who are financially disadvan- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Sept. 24 Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Okla- taged or mentally or physically Ad content deadline: Thursday, Sept. 26 homa City. Tickets and spon- disabled. November 2019 edition sorship information for the The John F. Kennedy Awards Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Oct. 22 gala are available by contacting honor individuals who make Ad content deadline: Thursday, Oct. 24 James Timberlake at (405) 840- a significant contribution 1817 or james.timberlake@sfflc. to Oklahoma, its communi- December 2019 edition com. ties and its people, while pay- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Nov. 19 New this year, the gala will ing homage to the memory of Ad content deadline: Thursday, Nov. 21 be followed by “Play On,” a John F. Kennedy, the 35th Presi- Jenny Love Meyer January 2020 edition special social event that will be dent of the and a continued on page 2 Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Dec. 17 Ad content deadline: Thursday, Dec. 19 Page 2 www.city-sentinel.com September 2019 NEWS See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Fresh Thoughts on Why Kevin Stitt is (still) right about the Compact Editorial continued from page 1 Now to be clear what is til two casinos were approved Class II is very important to on the last day of the Obama tribes – and 10,000 were of the tribes because it was a right Administration. the smaller tribes. That is how of their retained sovereignty The entirety of this three-de- the market ought to be divid- which the federal gaming law cade process constituted a mas- ed. That is how it is divided in did not regulate. But by not sive fraud on the sovereignty other states. The smaller tribes having what is Class II clari- of the state of Oklahoma and could then sell their allot- fied, the grey market vendors rights of the smaller tribes, and ment of the market to the larg- have an advantage to charge needs to be fixed by limiting er tribes and each reap tens of the higher rates claiming Class the number of casinos a tribe millions a year for tribal mem- II status when Las Vegas ven- can have to a few -- but in any Bella SPCA will host its 9th annual Peace, Love & Pups Dog Walk and 5K Run on Sat., Sept. 21 at Duffner Park in Oklahoma bership and positive programs. dors can’t risk their licenses by case not multiple dozens. City. Facebook photo. Even if they decide to remain putting out the same product. Because gambling is treated out of the gaming market en- That money should and would as legal in Oklahoma, and will tirely. Real benefits for real In- be saved for the state and small continue to be so, more money Bella SPCA to host 9th annual Peace, dians would bring the situation tribes if there was clarity. to combat addiction (which is much closer to the vision of Sports book market is go- now is rampant) must be part Love & Pups Dog Walk and 5K at original agreements. ing to come into Oklahoma. It of any compact. But the story does not end needs to be allocated along the Governor Kevin Stitt is the there. For the sake of everyone same market lines, not in main- right man, at the right time, Duffner Park (even those who disagree with tenance of the monopolistic in the right place. He does By Darla Shelden us) in the long run there needs status quo. not want to undermine tribal City Sentinel Reporter to be clarity of what is and isn’t A rational limitation on loca- rights, he wants to be gover- a Class II game. Today half the tions is needed. One tribe – the nor for all Oklahomans. There On Saturday, Sept. 21, Bella machines in the casinos pay Chickasaw – has 24 casinos that is no reason to believe he is un- SPCA will host its 9th annual nothing to the State because were placed into trust for Ag- willing to work with the Tribes Peace, Love & Pups Dog Walk they are argued to be Class II ricultural purposes but then – regardless of size or current and 5K Run at Duffner Park, but haven’t been determined to converted to casinos. The State economic clout. corner of Hefner Road and May be Class II by a court or federal was never told any of these ca- As suggested at the start: Ave., in Oklahoma City. This agency. sinos were going to opened un- May this be his finest hour. family and pet friendly event will include vendor booths, food trucks, pet vaccines, and more. Registration will take place from 7 - 8:30 a.m., followed by runner warm up and recognition of the highest fundraiser. The 5K Run will step off at 9 a.m. Robert Max “This year’s event is even The public is invited to attend the Bella SPCA’s 9th Annual Peace, Love & Pups Augustine Waldrop more fun with the addition of a Dog Walk and 5K Run to celebrate pets and raise money for animals in need. 5K Run,” said Eric McCune, ex- Facebook photo. November 9, 1952 - August 30, 2019 ecutive director of the Bella A non-denominal Pet Bless- come a community favorite. In Foundation. ing will be begin at 1 p.m. fol- the past, our donors have come Founder, Oscar Romero Catholic “In the morning we’ll cheer lowed by the 1.5 Mile Dog Walk. together to help us raise more Worker and the Oklahoma Food on our runners and in the after- A Vendor Fair will be available than $25,000 each year,” Mc- Cooperative; Musician, Permaculture noon, we’ll do the same for our from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. offering all Cune added. “Our goal for 2019 Diplomate, Parrhesiastes. walkers. So, get your walking or types of cool dog related items is $35,000 and we are hoping you running shoes ready, gather up from local businesses. will help us reach this achieve- your flower power, put on your “In the words of Ringo Starr, ment by signing up. He comforted the afflicted and peace symbol, and come be part ‘Peace and love, peace and love.’ “If you have never been, it’s a of our 9th annual Peace, Love The world can never have too sight to behold. More dogs than afflicted the comfortable & Pups Dog Walk and 5K Run much peace and love and we you can count are there with to celebrate our pets and raise hope you’ll join us to share a lit- their owners having fun in a money for an animal in need.” tle more,” said McCune. beautiful park in north Oklaho- Dogs are not allowed to par- “The Peace, Love & Pups ma City.” ticipate in the 5K Run. Dog Walk and 5K Run has be- continued on page 6 Keatings, Collison and Love Meyer to be Honored at JFK Awards -2+1  ) (11('< continued from page 1 First Lady. As the Governor ees include Vince Gill, Chicka- of Oklahoma, Frank Keating saw Governor Bill Anoatubby, helped raise more than six mil- Mick Cornett, Drew Edmond- of the American Red Cross, lion dollars after the bombing son, Toby Keith, Jack Mil- Teach for America, the Foun- of the Alfred P. Murrah Fed- dren, Governor dation for Oklahoma City Pub- eral Building to fund scholar- and Former First Lady Donna lic Schools, and the Arthri- ships for the children left with Nigh, Barry Switzer, Wayman tis Foundation. She was also a only one or no parents. Cathy Tisdale, Mike and Susan Tur- past chairperson of the Chil- Keating founded Friends of the pen, Governor David and For- dren’s Miracle Network Coun- Oklahoma Governor’s Man- mer First Lady Rhonda Wal- cil, past co-chair of United sion, Septemberfest and the ters and Governor Brad Hen- Way Women’s Leadership So- Capitol Christmas Tree Light- ry and former First Lady Kim ciety and a Leadership Oklaho- ing ceremony. Frank and Cathy Henry. Past JFK honorees Tri- ma City Aluma, Class of XVII. are both published authors and cia Everest and Nick Collison is a retired serve on the board of several will M.C. this year’s dinner. 14-year NBA veteran and is nonprofit organizations. Tickets for Play On are one of only five NBA players available at sfflc.givingfuel. to have spent 14 or more sea- com/JFK-play-on. More infor- sons with a single franchise. mation about the event and His commitment to commu- past recipients of the award is nity service has included work available at jfkaward.com. with the Thunder Cares Foun- The Santa Fe Family Life dation, Thunder Youth Basket- Center is owned by the Colum- ball, Read to Achieve, Thunder bus Corporation, a faith-based Community Foundation, and 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organi- the Rolling Thunder Book Bus zation. The Columbus Corpo- as well as donating to Special ration’s volunteer leadership Care, an Oklahoma City pro- seeks to provide individuals gram specializing in education and organizations with access and therapy. to sports and physical improve- ment opportunities that result in healthier, happier citizens. The SFFLC offers and promotes Cathy and Frank Keating programs designed to empower disadvantaged youth and in- Josef McGuigan, president of dividuals with disabilities to SFFLC, told The City Sentinel, achieve improved fitness and ““We are excited to celebrate well-being. In addition to its the significant impact of this charitable programs, the Santa year’s honorees on our com- Fe Family Life Center is a full munity through public service, service health club offering ten- corporate citizenship and ath- nis, basketball, fitness, swim- letics. Each of these honorees ming, group exercise, personal has been a positive influence training and pickleball. Patrick on the health and well-being B. McGuigan, editor and pub- of thousands of Oklahomans, lisher of The City Sentinel, con- Nick Collison which embodies the mission of tributed to this report. Pat is a Frank and Cathy Keating the Santa Fe Family Life Cen- former member of the Colum- served two consecutive terms ter.” bus Corporation Board of Di- as Oklahoma’s Governor and Previous JFK Award honor- rectors. CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE www.City-Sentinel.com Page 3 www.city-sentinel.com September 2019 OPINION/GOVERNMENT See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter COMMENTARY Kalyn Free elected as OK Two legislative interim studies that impact Democratic Party National families Committeewoman By Darla Shelden feeding children who qualify been sentenced. We would at the risk of their own safety. City Sentinel Reporter for the Supplemental Nutrition first call upon funding to be Sometimes, the only solution Assistance Program (SNAP), delivered to the Department is to leave a bad situation. If The Oklahoma Democratic what improvements have been of Corrections to update their you or someone you know is a Party (ODP) has elected Tulsa made, and what more can be system and provide a clear victim of abuse, call the Okla- resident Kalyn Free to serve done. My thanks go out to Sen- picture of who these people homa Safe Line 1-800-522-SAFE as the Democratic National ator Paul Scott and Represen- are and under what circum- (7233) to speak with an advo- Committeewoman (DNC) for tative Toni Hasenbeck for re- stances they were prosecuted. cate. The first step to securing the ODP Central Committee. questing discussions on this For those who have received safety is to get help and into a Free will fill the seat of for- important issue. a punishment under this and safe location. mer Committeewoman, Betty Another study, requested other domestic abuse crimes, We hope these studies will McElderry, who passed away in the House by Rep. Tammy we will call on policy changes lead to positive changes for suddenly in July. West, will look at “failure to to better fund counseling for Oklahoma. We will keep you McElderry served many protect” laws and legislation inmates. For those who have posted about their progress. years as ODP chair and as a in Oklahoma and other states. turned their lives around, we credentialed committee mem- “Failure to protect” laws are support reuniting them with NOTE: Joe Dorman is ex- ber for the Democratic Nation- Longtime political activist Kalyn Free By Joe Dorman used to prosecute parents or their children when that is ecutive director the Oklaho- al Conventions. has been elected to serve as the Dem- CEO, Oklahoma Institute for guardians of children who safe to occur. We also want a ma Institute for Child Advoca- “Betty is and always will be ocratic National Committeewoman (DNC) for the Oklahoma Democratic Child Advocacy witness child-abuse but do fair timeline on the sentence cy (OICA). A former five-term an icon within our state par- Party Central Committee. Facebook not stop it. This is an impor- to be given in association with member of the state Legislature, ty, a woman who championed photo. Over the summer months, tant concept – no adult should counseling. he was 2014 Democratic candi- Democratic values of commu- Oklahoma state lawmak- passively allow a child to be Of course, we will contin- date for . nity, responsibility, and equal- base both nationally and local- ers are dedicated to prepar- abused. However, the law can ue to remind parents of their His commentaries appear occa- ity as chair and later as nation- ly,” Free stated. ing for the upcoming legis- often ignore the reality of an moral responsibility to protect sionally here at CapitolBeatOK, al committee representative,” “The moral balance of our lative session. One way they abusive household where, for their child from abuse, even an online news organization. said Oklahoma Democratic country is at stake in the next do this is through the inter- instance, a mother is abused Party chairwoman Alicia An- Presidential election. We must im study process. Each law- and essentially terrorized by drews. unify and coalesce around maker can request an official a husband or a boyfriend. Fur- “We are proud that man- the values that will move our hearing through a legislative thermore, there have been tle will be picked up by Ka- country forward in a healthy committee to review a law or some instances where the ac- lyn, who will continue Betty’s way. That means protecting policy that impacts the state. tively abusive adult receives a charge to increase economic the civil liberties of all people The hearings are scheduled lighter sentence than the par- opportunities and health care in America and protecting our through the committee chair ent witnessing the abuse and access for working families in environment.” most closely associated with failing to protect the child. Oklahoma.” DNC members assist in the the issue and time is dedicated Currently, the “failure to pro- Free, a citizen of the Choc- governing of the national par- to hearing presentations from tect” statute allows a lifetime taw Nation and attorney with ty through respective state speakers who are experts on sentence to be brought against expertise in environmental party elections. Oklahoma is the subject matter. a person, which is usually and tribal issues, said she be- represented by one man and The Oklahoma Institute more than twenty years of in- lieves the work is just getting one woman on the national for Child Advocacy (OICA) carceration. started for the DNC and ODP. committee in addition to the is pleased to have worked di- This is a complicated issue “The state party is strong, state party officials. rectly with lawmakers to re- and we do not currently have State Sen. Paul Scott, R-Duncan. Leg- State Rep. Toni Hasenbeck R-Elgin. and we must continue to ad- At age 23, Kalyn was the quest several different interim enough research in Oklahoma islative Photo. Legislative Photo. vocate and educate our voting continued on page 6 studies. We are awaiting a fi- to fully grasp how this law is nal confirmation from senate being used. It is estimated that committee chairs on which a few dozen individuals, most- studies will be heard, but we ly women, have been charged are confident that many will with “failure to protect” and proceed. Two subject-areas where OICA is excited to have Sentinel Elected an active role in are child nu- trition and laws that impact Officials Guide both adult and child victims of domestic violence. I was happy to sit down re- cently with the staff from Hun- ger Free Oklahoma to delve into the topic of child nutri- tion and summer feeding pro- grams, issues I have discussed in previous columns. We are hoping to have organizations that engage on these subjects participate in interim stud- ies addressing why Oklaho- State Rep. Tammy West, R-Oklahoma ma ranks last in the nation on City. Legislative Photo.

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A quality inspection is key By Jack L. Werner Ph.D “We just had someone things you didn’t know A to Z Construction look at the roof. It’s fine.” about before the inspec- • Do you know when the tion. When making one of the septic tank was emptied? • “I don’t see why you largest purchases of your “We’ve lived here 17 need an inspection.” life, you want assurance years and never had a prob- You don’t have to justify that there are no major lem.” getting an inspection with things wrong that you did • “It’s under warranty. the inspector of YOUR not know about. You shouldn’t need an in- choice. It’s your right. It is reasonable and fair spection.” • “I have someone much to expect, and you should Really? Have you ever cheaper.” insist, that a residential had a problem with a war- home or a commercial ranty? That guy probably in- property be delivered to • “That inspection com- spects for the real estate you in safe, properly work- pany takes too long.” agent’s benefit, not yours. ing order and with no bro- You want the most thor- When an agent tries to ken components. Doesn’t ough inspection possible. direct you away from the that sound reasonable and • “You are buying the inspector of your choice, fair? house ‘as is’.” you should call the Okla- These are actual an- You still need to know homa Real Estate Commis- swers/comments in re- what you are getting. sion at 405/521-3387. sponse to inquiries and • “That inspection com- concerns. Further inspec- pany is too picky.” Jack L. Werner owns A to tion showed there were Yes! We are, and that is Z Inspections, a commercial problems in each case. the inspection you want. and residential inspection • “That company will company serving the south- • When was the roof in- bust your deal.” west. He holds a degree in stalled? Deals bust only over BIG construction from OSU and teaches home inspections for Francis Tuttle Career Tech. An NAHB Master Instruc- tor, Jack was named the 2019 CAPS (Certified Aging in Place) Educator of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders. He is a certified arbitrator for Con- struction Dispute Resolution Services. Jack serves on the Daily Living Centers board and is a 40-year member of Rotary. He can be con- tacted at 405/412-7861 ext 2 or atozinspections@yahoo. com. Learn more at www. atozinspectionsok.com. In late August, Willis Washington held the organizational event for LIFT (Legacy Impact Foundation Team) first re- ported in last month’s story for The City Sentinel, with a 3-on-3 wheelchair basketball event at the Santa Fe Family Life Center (SFFLC). Participants included wheel-chair athletes from the region and a large contingent of energetic physical therapists from the Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City. The City Sentinel visited and garnered these photographs, including games in which the PTs used the adaptive wheelchairs to share in the experience. Washington (in referee garb in these photos) welcomes contact at [email protected] and by phone: 405-309-9455.

For a change of pace, read the wisdom of a respected pool specialist and businessman Staff Report which the pH affects and then the fluid in the eye Led by Academia OKC, the Fall Mariachi After School Program emphasizes culturally relevant music. Photo provided. vice versa. reacts to the alkaline lev- Editor’s Note: September What signs can you el and if the pH is too low, hints for a transition from look for to tell if a pool’s the fluid in the eye reacts Academia OKC offers Fall Mariachi After summer to fall, but weeks pH level is safe before to the acidity level. The of swimming fun remain for diving in? skin also can be dried out School Program beginning Aug. 26 many Oklahomans. For a Fleming: Total alkalin- and feel scaly and rough - By Darla Shelden change of pace, here are in- ity, calcium hardness, and again because the skin pH City Sentinel Reporter sights (in question/answer water temperature are all is around 7.0 the pH being format) from Howard Flem- elements of a properly bal- out of range can cause this. Last month, students in the ing, a widely respected busi- anced pool. The other item What resources are South Oklahoma City area had nessman who has special- that a correct pH level af- available to help pool the opportunity to enroll in a ized in keeping Oklahoma fects is swimmer comfort. owners/staff determine Fall Mariachi After School Pro- pools safe. How can you tell if whether or not their wa- gram led by Academia OKC, a you are in a pool where ter is safe to swim in? program sponsored by Scissor- What is a pH level, and the pH level isn’t safe? Fleming: Reputable pool tail Community Development what does it mean? Fleming: The pH of the companies, such as the Corporation. Classes, which em- Fleming: The pH of pool average persons skin and Poolwerx Oklahoma loca- phasize culturally relevant mu- water is the measure of the eye fluid is around 7.0 on tions, can test your pool sic, were held at the Scissortail The Fall Mariachi After School Program led by Academia OKC and sponsored by acidity or alkalinity of the the pH scale. If the pH and water and help you control CDC offices at 302 S.W. 25 St. Scissortail Community Development Corporation, is available to students living pool water. The scale for other balance items are not the pH and the rest of the A non-profit organization, in South Oklahoma City. Photo provided. pH is from 0 to 14 with 7.0 in the correct ranges it can pool water chemistry lev- Academia Oklahoma City de- formers, and many times find- parents attended a standing- being neutral. Below 7.0 is cause swimmer discom- els and give you a healthy, velops programs that include ing presentation opportunities room only performance at the acidic and above 7.0 is al- fort. The main discomfort pleasant swimming ex- various art forms such as mu- for these groups in the commu- Ron Norick Downtown Public kaline. is red and sore eyes and perience. Remember - sic, visual arts, dance, and the- nity. Library. What should the ideal dry skin. “Healthy Pools for Healthy ater. The first pilot program was “One new development is that Supported by a grant from the pH level of a pool be? Why is this a sign that People!” launched in 2016 as a summer we were able to scholarship all Oklahoma Arts Council, along Fleming: The optimum is important to look out Note: Howard Fleming, camp and was highly success- of the students, so there was no with a grant from the Partner- range for pool water is 7.2 for? who kindly consented to ful. From that was born the first fee to enroll. Students can enroll ship for Oklahoma City Public -7.6 This range allows the Fleming: Many people share his insights is a part- in-school program at Shidler El- online here.” Schools, these camps were pro- other chemicals particu- think that if the pool wa- ner in Poolwerx Oklaho- ementary. Students who were not able vided for free to the 45 students larly the sanitizer (chlo- ter is making your eyes red ma/Pleasant Pools Supply “Because the tradition is so to attend classes every day who attended. rine) to work at its most and sore its is because of Corp. The company promis- ingrained in the history of the were still able to participate in The Oklahoma Arts Council efficient level. This means the high level of chlorine es “Backyard Fun” and has Hispanic families of Oklahoma the program, through dedicat- receives support from the State the chlorine will make the in the water. This can be done so for “41 years.” Pat- City, this becomes an excellent ed practice at home in order to of Oklahoma and the National water quality as healthy as a contributing factor, but rick B. McGuigan, editor of way to engage parents as well. keep up with the class. Endowment for the Arts. possible in regards to bac- most of the time the pH be- The City Sentinel newspa- Parents participate in more than Academia OKC’s new after- Schools that no longer hold teria and algae growth. ing too high or too low is per and founder of Capitol- just attending performances,” school program followed Scis- mariachi classes include Roo- There are other facets the reason for this irrita- BeatOK, contributed to this said Robert Ruiz, President, sortail’s two mariachi summer sevelt, Webster, and Jefferson. of pool water chemistry tion. If the pH is too high, report. Scissortail CDC. “They engage camps held at Oklahoma City Schools that will have mariachi with preparing uniforms, hair Community College in June. classes include Cristo Rey Okla- and makeup for the female per- At the end of this year’s camps, continued on page 6 Page 5 www.city-sentinel.com September 2019 EDUCATION See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter COMMENTARY Remembering the Genoveses: Elizabeth and Eugene, Back in the News fessionally extensively during ple Schlerosis). their marriage. A year later, Eugene fin- They wrote the following in ished and published a tender the latter stages of their distin- tribute entitled, “Miss Betsey: A guished careers, concerning Memoir of Marriage.” Europeans and their American Eugene was a member of successors: the Communist Party for five “They outdid others by cre- years in the late 1940s, but was ating a Christian civilization pushed out because he too of- that eventually stirred moral ten (as he put it), “zigged when I condemnation of slavery and was supposed to zag.” roused mass movements against He recovered from commu- it. Perception of slavery as mor- nist affiliation, and went on to ally unacceptable — as sinful become one of the best-known — did not become widespread scholars of his era. until the second half of the eigh- Considered at least argu- By Patrick B. McGuigan teenth century. Today we ask: Pictured during his early years as ably the best-ever Marxist-in- Editor How could Christians or any America’s best-known Marxist histo- fluenced historian in America, civilized people have lived with rian, Eugene Genovese (1930-2012). Eugene enjoyed deep respect “Miss Betsey” was a loving tribute. It In a recent essay, syndicat- themselves as slaveholders? Rochester.edu photo. across the political spectrum included a photo of two young Marx- Roll, Jordan, Roll Book Cover. One of ists in love. Book cover of Eugene Eugene Genovese’s many acclaimed ed columnist Rich Lowry deft- But the historically appropriate for most of his career. He shift- historical examinations of Slavery. ly deployed the words of two question is: What, after millen- ed away from the hard Left, be- Genovese’s tribute to Elizabeth Fox- Genovese, published a year after her leading American scholars of nia of general acceptance, made ginning his journey in the late death. nounced by the American Left. the modern era. Christians — and, subsequent- 1960s. However, he became a wel- Reflecting on a surging aca- ly, those of other faiths — judge Ultimately, as is the case gene joined his wife, Elizabeth, come guest at gatherings of demic and journalistic move- slavery an enormity not to be with many who stray from or in the Roman Catholic commu- center-right organizations, and ment to redefine U.S. history endured?’ reject the received wisdom nion, in 1995. was respected by dissidents comprehensively (and nega- Elizabeth was a Marxist in of most tenured faculty, Prof. It was for his steady develop- within academic organizations. tively) in terms of slavery and her early life, but eventually Genovese’s development im- ment toward a new worldview He passed from this vale of attendant sins of the Ameri- converted to Roman Catholi- pacted his reputation. – based on the evidence of his- tears in 2012, in Atlanta, Geor- can past, Lowry deployed these cism. She emerged as a leading Although he passionately tory as he interpreted it – that gia. words: intellectual voice for conser- opposed the Vietnam War, he Professor Genovese was before “Europeans did not outdo oth- vative women in the early 21st refused to join academic col- long deemed a “conservative” Note: An educator and jour- ers in enslaving people or treat- Century. leagues who marginalized con- by many who did not consider nalist, Pat McGuigan -- a certi- ing slaves viciously.” That wis- She and her husband edited servative academics with a dif- that word a compliment. fied teacher in 10 subject areas dom came from the late histo- a journal called “Marxist Pers- ferent perspective. Even many critics will admit, -- read books by Eugene Geno- rians Elizabeth Fox-Genovese pectives” for several years. Elizabeth Fox-Genovese (1941-2007) Genovese played a crucial if perhaps in a whisper these vese during his studies at Okla- [1941-2007] and Eugene Geno- For a long time, in her own was for a time, with her husband Eu- role in rallying enough liberal- days, that his academic works homa State University, where vese [1930-2012]. words, Elizabeth considered gene, a well-known advocate of Marx- Left academics to assure that are among the most impressive he earned a B.A. (History, with The couple collaborated pro- herself a Christian, but only “in ism. Wikipedia photo. conservatives – then and now ever assembled on all aspects Honors) and a Master of Arts. the amorphous cultural sense of a distinct minority in most ac- of American slavery, the Ante- His M.A. thesis focused on the the word.” ademic institutions – were not Bellum Southern economy and lives of parish priests in the di- However, she changed, be- bullied out of groups such as related matters. No attempt ocese of Lincoln, England. Much coming a Roman Catholic the American Historical Asso- is made here to catalog those of his analysis in that study fo- Christian in 1995. She changed ciation. works, even in part. All of his cused on primary source materi- in apparent objection and re- Throughout a long career, writings are vibrant and wor- al documenting economic stress sponse to the moral relativism Prof. Genovese delved deeply thy of continued examination. for priests and common people that was already growing with- into the human complexities of In his latter years, his analy- in the Thirteenth Century. Mc- in academic and cultural cir- American life before the Civil sis retained powerful elements Guigan’s writing led a tenured cles. War, particularly in the South. of Marxist economic analysis, scholar (self-described as a Like many conservative Genovese shifted away from but he was no longer an acolyte Marxist) to contact him about women of the present era, in Marxism late in his life, com- of communism or socialism. pursuing a doctorate at the Uni- her time Fox-Genovese said mencing in the Reagan years, As Professor Genovese versity of Wisconsin (Madison). her feminist and conservative even as many of his speeches reached more and more con- McGuigan declined the offer, world views were sincere and and writings focused on the clusions with which many of and the rest is history, of a per- defining of her personal be- limits of the American conser- his colleagues in academia sonal sort. Publisher of The City Sentinel Pat McGuigan, pictured here during an OETA news segment earlier in this decade, was a conservative even during his years in aca- liefs. vative worldview. disagreed, he was largely de- www.CapitolBeatOK.com demia. But one Wisconsin professor mistook him for a Marxist. CapitolBeatOK. She died in 2007 (after suf- Returning to a faith his Ital- com. File photo from OETA. fering for 15 years from Multi- ian parents had embraced, Eu- Schools’ Lobbying raises open-records concerns “I’m not advocating for open- The opinion stressed, “To by, and Jenks. Officials with ing up every record of the lob- find otherwise would per- the Oklahoma City and Bixby byist, but if those records are mit public officials to abdicate school districts declined com- produced, if they are created to private parties their duties ment, other than to say that on behalf of the public school with respect to keeping re- district contracts with outside district, I think they should cords concerning such matters lobbyists were not renewed be open,” said Joey Senat, as- and would place such records this year. sociate professor at the OSU beyond the reach of interested Paula Shannon, deputy su- School of Media & Strategic members of the public desiring perintendent for Tulsa Public Communications. “Maybe it to become informed upon mat- Schools, said school officials would take another AG (attor- ters pertaining to the opera- operate “understanding that ney general) opinion to get that tion and maintenance of public our communications with our settled, or a court case. Or the property.” lobbyists are subject to Open Legislature could solve it, one, “Granted, the current situ- Record Act requests, just the by removing their own exemp- ation doesn’t involve public same as other public records tion from the Open Records property,” Senat stated. “But it are.” By Ray Carter Act. But regardless, it creates a raises the same concern. The While the schools’ contracts OCPA Center for Independent problem.” lobbyists are advocating to with private entities do not Journalism Senat notes that a legal opin- state legislators on behalf of typically address open records ion issued by the state attor- those public school districts. In issues, Shannon said there is a During the 2018-2019 school ney general in 1981 addressed a other districts, that duty falls “working understanding” that year, four public school dis- similar situation, and the logic to a government employee who communications are public re- tricts in Oklahoma hired con- of that opinion suggests writ- is subject to the Open Records cords. tract lobbyists. In addition to ten communications produced Act.” “We hold contracts with var- raising concerns about gov- by a contract lobbyist on behalf Senat said one solution to the ious local and national part- ernment accountability and of any taxpayer-funded entity transparency issue is for school ners, and they support us with indirect funneling of taxpayer would be considered open re- boards that approve a lobby- really complex work,” Shannon dollars to political campaigns, cords under Oklahoma law. ing contract to include provi- said. “We don’t write in any- schools’ use of contract lobby- In the 1981 case, the attorney sions that require the lobbyist thing pertaining to expecta- ists may also reduce govern- general declared that records to preserve and make all asso- tions about Open Records Act ment transparency and side- related to the maintenance of ciated records publicly avail- requests with them, because step open-records laws. public property were subject to able. Senat said a school-lobby- we assume that all of the work Under Oklahoma law, most open-records requests even if ist contract could require that that we do on behalf of the written communications sent maintenance was conducted by “all correspondence — memos, families we serve and the tax- to lawmakers by public school a private contractor. letters, whatever — all those payers is subject to a request.” officials are open records that The attorney general deter- records produced by the lob- Stacey Butterfield, super- can be viewed by the public. mined that Oklahoma’s open- byists to the Legislature should intendent of Jenks Public However, because the Legisla- records law applied to private be forwarded to the school dis- Schools, said that school’s lob- ture exempts itself from open- nonprofit corporations that trict and made available to the byist contract does not include records requirements, critics “have entered into contractual public.” any open-records language. worry that written communi- arrangements with municipali- The four districts that hired “We don’t address that in cation sent to lawmakers by a ties to operate or maintain pub- contract lobbyists during the his contract and that has really lobbyist who is not a direct em- lic property for and on behalf 2018-2019 school year were not been something we’ve dis- ployee of a school, but a con- of such municipalities.” Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Bix- continued on page 6 tract worker, may effectively evade open-records require- ments. Faith Directory But a leading authority on open-records laws says those First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City Weekend Masses: Sat.Vigil @ 4pm; Christian Education: 10:10 a.m. “In the heart of our city with a heart for the communications should be Sunday @ 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday Holy Eucharist: 12:10 p.m. world.” 1201 N. Robinson NOON - Spanish Service, Weekday Masses: (St. Nicholas Chapel) made available and are likely Ph. 232-4255 www.fbcokc.org Mon-Fri. @ Noon, Sacrament of Reconciliation: considered public documents, Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 Mon-Fri. 11:15 a.m. Sat. 3:15-3:50 p.m. Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help although a lawsuit may be re- a.m. Wednesday: Dinner 5p.m.; 3214 N. Lake Ave., OKC, OK 73118 quired to force the production Bible Study 6 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Ph. 525-2349 of communications between St. Joseph Old Cathedral N.W. 7th and Robinson Pastor: Rev. John Metzinger school lobbyists and legisla- 307 N.W. 4th St., OKC, OK 73101 www.stpaulsokc.org Ph. 235-3436 Weekend Masses: Sat. @ 5 p.m., Sun. @ 8 tors. Ph. 235-4565 Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8, 9, 11 a.m. a.m., 10 a.m., 11:45 a.m. (V.N.) Page 6 www.city-sentinel.com September 2019 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Green Connections to Schools’ Lobbying raises open- host 11th annual Prairie records concerns continued from page 5 mans.” private lobbyists. He is direc- Dinner & Jazz at St. “You can’t make an informed tor of OCPA’s Center for Inde- cussed,” Butterfield said. “We decision about what your gov- pendent Journalism, Previously know that as a school district, ernment is doing,” Senat said, he served as senior Capitol re- Francis of the Woods we are subject to the open-re- “if it’s able to hide the records porter for The Journal Record, continued from page 1 cords requests. I’m not aware in the hands of a lobbyist by media director for the Oklaho- of anyone requesting anything contracting that job out.” ma House of Representatives, educational programs. from him.” Note: Ray Carter has two de- and chief editorial writer at The A 501(c)3 nonprofit orga- Senat said the possibili- cades of experience in journal- Oklahoman. This report ap- nization, St. Francis of the ty that schools may be able to ism and communications. This peared previously at the web- Woods is dedicated to the hide some records from public essay is one of a series of arti- site of the Oklahoma Council Franciscan ideal of protecting view via contracting “should cles he has written on the top- of Public Affairs, and is printed the natural world as a gift and raise a concern with Oklaho- ic of taxpayer resources paying with permission. as a work of art. Located near the Cimarron River, St. Francis of the Woods OCU School of Law introduces new Animal is situated on 500 acres bor- dering the cross timbers and Law program central great plains ecoregions OCU Law has of Oklahoma. The organiza- continued from page 1 future plans to tion sells its hay, garden pro- for upper-class law students to host a public lec- duce, and eggs on site. On Sept. 14, the 11th annual Green Connections’ Prairie Dinner and Jazz event will take place at St. Francis of the Woods in Coyle, OK. Facebook photo. connect with members of the ture featuring a St. Francis of the Woods practicing bar before gradua- nationally-rec- works in partnership with the who care about all life on the tion for networking opportuni- ognized keynote National Resource Conser- planet. ties, mentorship, career devel- speaker who will vation Service to restore 95 “It’s a lovely way to raise opment, and professional train- deliver a presenta- acres of land to its native eco- funding for the programs we ing. tion on the subject system as a protected habitat sponsor for earth education The second segment of the of Animal Law. for northern bobwhite quail and sustainability.” project is a one-week course In addition, the (colinus virginianus) and oth- Green Connections is a in which Animal Law practi- program will pro- er native species. 501c3 not-for-profit corpora- Tickets to the event are $75, tioners will discuss specific vide five students “We’re excited about this tion dedicated to Earth edu- and $50 for children 12 and un- topics like Companion Ani- and one faculty year’s Prairie Dinner and Jazz, cation in Oklahoma. Its mis- der. Reservations can be made mal Law, Farmed Animal Law, member the op- to be held in the beautiful land sion is to provide programs fo- online by visiting greencon- Wildlife Law, and Equine Law. portunity to attend at St. Francis of the Woods, cused on education about ecol- nectionsOK.org. Checks can the 27th annual near Coyle,” said Pat Hoerth ogy, peace and justice for the An avid animal lover and owner of dogs, goats, and be mailed to Green Connec- Animal Law Con- donkeys, Jim Roth, Dean of the Oklahoma City Uni- Batchelder, program leader purpose of empowerment of tions, 3616 N. Westmont, Okla- ference in Port- versity School of Law School is excited about the new and resident of the Common- oppressed communities and homa City, OK 73118. Include land on Oct. 25-27, Animal Law Program funded by the Kirkpatrick Foun- Wealth Urban Farms commu- protection of the Earth. dation. Facebook photo. names and email addresses of hosted by Lewis & nity in Oklahoma City. “Something comes over us all guests. Clark Law School and the Ani- mal Law impacts many tradi- “Our local foods dinner and when we realize it’s time for mal Legal Defense Fund. tional areas of legal study, and sweet music held outdoors in the annual Green Connec- For more information, call Founded in 1979, the Ani- I know it will benefit our stu- the land we call home here in tions’ Prairie Dinner and Jazz,” 405-388-0372 or visit the Prai- mal Legal Defense Fund is sup- dents to have the opportunity Oklahoma is always a magical Pat added. “It is our favorite rie Dinner and Jazz Facebook ported by thousands of dedi- to explore this specific area of evening together with people event of the whole year.” page. cated attorneys and more than the law.” 200,000 members and support- Oklahoma City Universi- ers. ty School of Law, located at Bella SPCA to host 9th annual “As an animal lover my- 800 N. Harvey, consists of ap- self, I am excited as we launch proximately 425 students. OCU Peace, Love & Pups Dog Walk Guest lecturer Juston Givens, director this new Animal Law program Law’s nearly 7,000 alumni of Phillips Murrah Law Firm, discussed funded by the Kirkpatrick practice in every state and sev- agricultural legal issues involving and 5K at Duffner Park Oklahoma farmers and ranchers dur- Foundation,” said Jim Roth, eral foreign countries. ing OCU’s Animal Law Class. Facebook Dean of the Oklahoma City For more information, visit continued from page 2 photo. University School of Law. “Ani- law.okcu.edu. An onsite vaccination clinic will be available from 11 a.m. - 2 Academia OKC offers Fall Mariachi After p.m. “Participating in Peace, Love School Program beginning Aug. 26 & Pups Dog Walk and 5k Run mographic in Oklahoma City is easy and every dollar raised continued from page 4 with a birthrate of approximate- helps save a life and give a sec- homa City Catholic High School ly 20 percent of total births in ond chance,” McCune said. and Shidler Elementary. the metro area, and with ele- There are three ways to par- To ensure continued avail- mentary schools in the Oklaho- ticipate in the event: ability of mariachi classes to as ma City public schools now ma- 1. Participants can register as the music, translating these ab- many students as possible, Scis- jority Hispanic. a Dog Walk or 5K fundraiser for stract concepts and ideas into sortail CDC formed an after- Scissortail CDC believes that free and create their own page something that is presented live. school mariachi program open finding ways to engage these online. Those raising at least $35 So, all of these very awesome to the community in South OKC. students and their families is of in contributions by the day of The 2019 Peace, Love & Pups Dog Walk and 5K Run, hosted by Bella SPCA, will brainpowers are being put in include vendor booths, food trucks, pet vaccines, and more. Facebook photo. Scissortail CDC is a nonprof- extreme importance to the fu- the walk will receive a T-shirt, place, and of course this trans- it that works to change lives ture of Oklahoma City. goodie bag and walk participa- “If you choose to raise money event who will gladly walk with lates into learning in math, sci- through engagement and cre- Throughout the last 20 years, tion at no cost. over the $35, that’s fantastic, but you.” ence, reading, and everything so ativity with Hispanic youth, mariachi programs have flour- 2. Register as a Dog or 5K Par- you’re under no obligation to do 3. Those who can’t attend, or it’s having a powerful impact.” which will lead to strong, posi- ished throughout the southwest ticipant for $35, which includes so,” McCune said. “And, if you live out of the Oklahoma City Ruiz said, “In many instanc- tive outcomes for Oklahoma United States with programs at a T-shirt, goodie bag and walk don’t have a pet to walk there area, can still participate by reg- es, it is hard for parents to be in- City. Academia OKC, a program the elementary, middle school, participation. will be tons of rescue dogs at the istering as a Virtual Walker for volved in the school lives of their of Scissortail CDC, was estab- high school and even university $10. children because of the lack of lished in 2016 to help provide level. Registration on site the day of common experience. Mariachi culturally relevant art in Okla- As a major part of the Hispan- the event will be $45 and t-shirt programs are a way to have par- homa City Schools. These pro- ic culture, interest in Mariachi size cannot be guaranteed. ents share a part of familiar cul- grams help to engage students music continues even in accul- “For 12 years, Bella SPCA has ture with their children and en- through graduation and to show- turated Hispanic communities, served as a lifeline of hope, sup- courage that growth.” case Hispanic heritage. the release stated. port, and care for the people of For more information, visit The U.S. Hispanic popula- Amando Ayala, Principal of Oklahoma and their pets,” Mc- academiaok.org. Individuals in- tion reached a record 59.9 mil- Shidler Elementary said, “Only Cune said. “From the very be- terested in supporting this and lion in 2018, up 1.2 million over 5 percent of our kids were ready ginning, our goal has been to other Academia OKC programs the previous year and up from at grade level or higher school- help people and pets when they can contact Robert Ruiz at 405- 47.8 million in 2008, as reported wide. So, we did a lot of reforms need it most. 414-0444. by a newly released U.S. Census and Academia has been essen- “Through our Veterinary As- Bureau population estimates. tial in helping us to stimulate sistance Program and thanks to According to the Scissortail higher order thinking skills. the generosity of our donors and CDC press release, Hispanic “Because kids are using a lot the compassion of our veteri- youth is the fastest growing de- of brainpower in the reading of nary partners, we have provid- ed over $800,000 in funding and helped thousands of people and Kalyn Free elected as OK Democratic Party pets. Families who thought they would have to say goodbye to National Committeewoman their four-legged friend instead vice in Washington, D.C., Free also a DNC member, said he got a second chance.” continued from page 3 was the first woman in his- is looking forward to working To register for the Peace, Love youngest attorney to be hired tory elected as District Attor- closely with Free at the nation- & Pups Dog Walk & 5K Run, or by the U.S. Department of Jus- ney for Pittsburg and Haskell al level including the upcom- to adopt a pet, visit bellaspca. tice where she served as Se- counties in southeastern Okla- ing DNC national meeting in org. For more information, call nior Counsel in the Indian Re- homa. San Francisco on Aug. 22-24. 866-318-7387. sources Section. After her ser- Free was a candidate for “Kalyn is already a re- Congress in 2004 and in 2005 spected and recognized lead- she founded INDN’s List (In- er within our national party,” digenous Democratic Net- Walters said. “Her presence work), a political organization on the DNC will simply make that successfully recruited and Oklahoma stronger on all na- built support for Native Amer- tional caucuses, councils and ican candidates. committee meetings, includ- Born and raised in Oklaho- ing platform, rules, and by- ma, Kalyn is a graduate of Red laws.” Oak High School, Southeast- For more information about ern Oklahoma State Universi- the Oklahoma Democratic ty, and the University of Okla- Party, visit okdemocrats.org, homa College of Law. or call party headquarters at Former Gov. , 405-427-3366. Page 7 www.city-sentinel.com September 2019 COMMUNITY/ENTERTAINMENT See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter OKC Zoo’s Art Gone Wild exhibit Arts News: OKCRep, Brightmusic

Oklahoma City Rep will actor, direc- on display at Myriad Gardens to present the state profession- tor, produc- al premiere of “Every Brilliant er and a the- benefit wildlife conservation Thing,” starring OKC native atrical non- actor Jon Haque and directed profit leader By Darla Shelden by stage/film/television veter- in Oklaho- City Sentinel Reporter an and OKCRep affiliated art- ma City and ist Linda Kay Leonard. ‘Every the region for The Oklahoma City Zoo and Brilliant Thing’ is presented in the past de- Botanical Garden’s wildest community partnership with cade. Direc- animal art show is returning the Green Shoe Foundation. The tor Linda Kay for 2019. After taking a break Taking a break from the season opener for OKCRep’s “Every production runs Sept. 6 - 22. Leonard has Brilliant Thing” are, from left: Performer Jon Haque, Direc- in 2018, the popular Art Gone The hit off-Broadway one- been involved tor Linda K. Leonard and Artistic Director Donald Jordan. Wild exhibit is now on display character show, written by Dun- with Oklaho- Photo by Mutzphotography.com downtown, at the Myriad Bo- can Macmillan with Jonny Do- ma CityRep from the very be- Visit cityrep.com for more in- tanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno. nahoe, is one of the most pro- ginning, directing and choreo- formation. Tickets may be pur- The exhibition runs through duced new plays in America. graphing the inaugural produc- chased by calling the Civic Cen- Monday, Sept. 16, in the Crys- The play recounts a life lived in tion of “I Love You, You’re Per- ter box office at (405) 594-8300 tal Bridge south lobby. Attend- the shadow of great sorrow. Ev- fect, Now Change.” This is Lin- or online at cityrep.com. ees can view and purchase art ery Brilliant Thing is, the OK- da’s eleventh show at OKCRep. Performances will run Fri- pieces Monday through Sat- CRep staff says, “a unique the- Every Brilliant Thing will be days, Saturdays and Sundays, urday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and atrical exploration of love, loss, presented in the CitySpace The- Sept. 6 - 22. And, be sure to see Sundays from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. depression and the lengths we atre at the Civic Center Music The City Sentinel’s full story at Art Gone Wild is open to the Art Gone Wild, a collection of paintings created by animals at the Oklahoma City Zoo will take place at Myriad Botanical Gardens through Sept. 16. Facebook will go to for those we care Hall, 210 N. Walker Ave., Okla- City-Sentinel.com. public and free to attend. photo. about.” homa City, OK 73102. The pro- The Zoo’s newest collection The star is Jon Haque, who duction is rated PG-13 due to Note: Publisher Patrick B. Mc- of wildlife art features over According to a press release, and National Wildlife Federa- has enjoyed an arts career as an adult situations and language. Guigan contributed to this report. 200 original paintings that all of the art created by Zoo an- tion (NWF), to increase habitat highlight the artistic talents of imals is made with safe, non- for monarchs and other polli- various Zoo animals includ- toxic paint. Painting sessions nators in decline. Brightmusic Chamber En- 1920s, when Paris was reestab- ing Asian elephants, California are done voluntarily by the an- This program provides semble will present the first lishing itself as the cultural cap- sea lions, giraffe, Sumatran and imals as part of the Zoo’s en- grants to Oklahoma City metro concert of the 2019-20 season itol of Europe after the Great Amur tigers, Western lowland richment program. Enrichment area schools to create monarch at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at St. Paul’s War. gorillas and more. activities are designed by the gardens and to train teachers Cathedral, 127 N.W. 7 St. near “Born Marcelle Germaine Guests are invited to visit Zoo’s animal experts to con- on how to incorporate their downtown Oklahoma City. Taillefesse, she studied piano the Zoo and meet the animals tinually improve and enhance new gardens into their classes. Melodic Masters, offers a with her mother and began to that make Art Gone Wild pos- the lives of the animals in their Net proceeds from Art Gone lyrical evening with works by compose short works as a child. sible. care. Wild will help to make this three masters of melody. A pro- Her father did not support her Creating art is stimulating In addition to providing en- project possible. gram summary is below, in the musical studies, however, and for the animals who are guided richment for the Zoo’s animals, The Art Gone Wild exhibit advertisement. to spite him, she later said, she by their caretakers who are on- all net proceeds from Art Gone will feature original paintings This season Brightmusic changed her name to Tailleferre. hand to assist in the painting Wild benefit the Zoo’s conser- ranging in price from $35 to celebrates the contribution of Written around 1916 and revised process. Each animal expresses vation initiatives and partners. $300 depending upon the can- women to the vast body of clas- in 1978, her melodic piano trio their creative abilities in their One such program is the vas size. sical works. Highlighted artists for violin, cello & piano reflects own way. OKC Monarch Garden School To learn more about Art include Germaine Tailleferre, the energy and turmoil of the Some animals use special- Grant Program. The Zoo has Gone Wild, call Zoo Guest Re- whose piano trio will be per- war years.” Germaine Tailleferre, who lived 1892- ly adapted tools such as paint- partnered with Myriad Botani- lations at 405-425-0262. formed in Concert 1. Season membership passes 1983, was the only woman in the group brushes while others paint us- cal Gardens, Oklahoma Mon- For more information about Sara Grossman of the Bright- are available on the website or of French composers known as “Les ing their trunks, flippers, noses arch and Pollinator Collabora- other Zoo happenings, call 405- music Board prepared this at the door for $100 for all regu- Six.” Her piano trio is one of the works being performed at the first concert of and paws. tive (aka Okies for Monarchs), 424-3344 or visit okczoo.org. overview of Tailleferre: lar season concerts plus all four the Brightmusic Chamber Ensemble, “Germaine Tailleferre (1892- festival concerts. Single admis- set for Sept. 24 at St. Pual’s Cathedral 1983) was the only female mem- sion prices are $20 at the door. in downtown Oklahoma City. ber of the celebrated Les Six, a There is no charge for children Step into September at Paseo’s First group of six French composers and active-duty military. Stu- Note: The City Sentinel print (Francis Poulenc, Darius Mil- dents are admitted free with edition is available (still just 10 Friday Gallery Walk haud, Arthur Honegger, Georg- ID. For more about the ensem- cents) early in every month at Staff Report Friendly Craft Beer Bus, ex- es Auric, Louis Durey and Ger- ble and upcoming concerts, Barnes & Noble, 6100 N. May clusively pouring COOP Ale maine Tailleferre) active in the visit brightmusic.org . Ave., Oklahoma City, 73112. As Oklahoma’s first arts dis- Works. Stop by Growe Flower trict, the Paseo Arts District Truck to create your own sum- continues to grow with res- mer bouquet; 10% of their pro- taurants, galleries and retail. ceeds from the evening will go The community is invited to to Rainbow Fleet. Country Girl the First Friday Gallery Walk Kitchen will be selling her de- every month, rain or shine. licious homemade loaves of Galleries and shops stay open bread and cinnamon rolls out- late, and the evening marks side of Betsy King. A Shoe the opening of new exhibitions Boutique. each month. This month’s walk Named by Forbes as one of is Friday, Sept. 6, 6 - 9 p.m. America’s most transformed The Paseo Art Space pres- neighborhoods, the Paseo is ents the Paseo Arts Associa- a vibrant, self-sustaining arts tion’s Annual Photofest. This “Ferris Wheel” district, which was the first of juried exhibition showcases by Doug Hoke its kind in Oklahoma City. As all types of photography and years. Photofest will be on dis- the catalyst for this neighbor- photo-based artwork, includ- play through Sept. 28. hood’s revitalization, the Paseo ing traditional film and digi- Enjoy a live performance by Arts Association established tal processes, as well as mixed self-taught, 12-year-old sing- the monthly First Friday Gal- media pieces. The juror for er and ukulele player, Hannah lery Walk, where galleries of- Photofest is Nathan Poppe, Butler, at the red “Flamenco” fer special exhibitions, refresh- a writer, photographer and sculpture in the center of the ments, guest artists and a vari- videographer who currently district from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. ety of live entertainment to the works as Editor for The Curb- Performing a mix of covers public. First Fridays are one of side Chronicle. Poppe will an- and her own songs, Hannah’s several ways the Paseo helps nounce award recipients at 7 talent and voice will warm to bring the arts closer to the p.m. during the opening re- your heart. lives of its community mem- ception. This year’s awards In between perusing the gal- bers. are generously sponsored by leries and shops, grab a quick For more information, call Red River Digital, a client cen- bite from Yum Pig, a quirky the Paseo Arts Association tered printing service that has trailer serving up porky dish- at (405) 525-2688 or email at served the photography com- es that you are sure to dig! [email protected]. Visit munity both in Oklahoma City The menu items pair nicely thepaseo.org/join for member- and around the country for 15 with libations from The Big ship information. EXPERIENCE FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK Friday, Sept. 6, 2019 • 6-9pm Live Music: Hannah Butler ARTS DISTRICT Mobile Vendors: Yum Pig, The Big Friendly Craft Beer Bus, Growe Flower Truck and Country Girl Kitchen In the Paseo Art Space at 3022 Paseo Photofest This annual juried exhibition showcases all types of photography-based artwork. Sept. 6-28 Local and national art, great food, art classes and plenty of shopping!

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