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Page 3 Page 6 Page 10 The City Sentinel Endorsements, June 23, 2018 Election Asian Night Market Festival set for June 9 Get in Tune -- First Friday Walk, set for June ABC documentary “The Last Defense” to air spotlighting death row inmates Julius Jones and Darlie Routier By Darla Shelden Darlie Routier on Texas’ death couple have partnered with City Sentinel Reporter row. XCON Productions and Lin- The docu-series features coln Square Productions for A new documentary series, seven one-hour episodes spot- this project. titled “The Last Defense,” exec- lighting the serious flaws in The world premiere of “The utive produced by actress Viola the American justice system Last Defense” was held at the Davis and Julius Tennon, will and the high rate of exonerated 2018 Tribeca Film Festival in begin airing on Tuesday, June death row inmates. New York City on April 27. 12 on the ABC Television Net- In 2012, Davis and her hus- Reporter Rachel Lipkin cov- work at 9 p.m. (CST). band Julius founded JuVee Pro- ered the screening, which in- The program takes an in- ductions in order to “give a cluded the first hour of the Ju- depth look at the cases of Ju- voice to the voiceless through lius Jones case followed by a lius Darius Jones, serving time strong, impactful and cultur- panel discussion with execu- on Oklahoma’s death row and ally relevant narratives.” The continued on page 2

OKC Pride Week 2018 will take place from June 17 - 24 featuring events for young and old celebrating the LGBTQA community. Photo provided. OKC Pride Week 2018 to feature events celebrating inclusion and diversity By Darla Shelden LGBTQA patriotism today in proceeds will benefit OKC City Sentinel Reporter the nation,” said Lori Honeyc- Pride. There is no entry fee. utt, OKC Pride president. “We Six Mr. and six Mrs. entries The 2018 OKC Pride Week, are the people who live in this will be accepted. Those inter- from June 17 - 24, will bring community, work in this com- ested in competing can email numerous events to the Okla- munity, build families, and love [email protected]. homa City area celebrating in- in this community. Together OKC Pride Week Opening clusion and diversity. Festivi- we stand taller and stronger, as Ceremonies will be held on ties will include a charity pag- we are the people.” Monday, June 18 at Fassler Hall, eant, opening ceremonies, a On Sunday, June 17 at 9:30 421 N.W. 10 St. from 5 - 8 p.m. wine bottling party, painting, p.m. the first ever OKC Pride This free, family friendly event bowling, a block party, free charity Mr. & Mrs. OKC Pride will include appetizers, door concerts, an arts festival, a bar- pageant will take place at The prizes, and a social hour on beque, and the popular OKC Copa, 2200 N.W. 40 St., with the south balcony. Sponsored Pride Parade. a $5 cover donation at the door. by Boeing, a Rainbow Ribbon “This year’s theme, ‘We the Categories include interviews, Cutting Ceremony will take The Last Defense” executive producers (L-R) Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Christine Connor and Julius Jones’ lawyer, Dale People,’ reflects the state of talent and evening wear. All continued on page 2 Baich, discuss the case at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. Twitter photo. State Rep. Kevin Calvey Twilight Time for the Midsummer Fairy Ball reflects on Oklahoma Health Staff Report Department scandal Come to the Fairy Ball! Paseo Artists invite chil- Staff Report er than spending the money on dren and parents to the 17th core programs.” annual Fairy Ball on Saturday, State Rep. Kevin Calvey re- He continued, “Under cross- June 16 from 7 - 9 p.m. This leased a response about find- examination before the House delightful summer’s evening ings announced in mid-May Special Investigative Com- harkens whimsical children by the grand jury investigating mittee, disgraced former state of all ages to appear as if they the state Health Department Secretary of Finance Preston have opened a fairy book and scandal. Doerflinger admitted that he stepped out of a tale. Children The multi-county grand approved the Health Depart- may dress up as a character jury, run by Attorney Gen- ment’s annual budgets by re- from fairy land, and create an eral Mike Hunter’s staff, con- viewing the same documenta- Rep. Kevin Calvey evening of colorful music and firmed that wasteful spend- tion as that provided by oth- dance in the historic Crown tive Committee hearings last ing is rampant in state govern- er state agencies. That means Jewell Amphitheater locat- fall was guilty of making false ment, but did not issue indict- these sorts of ‘slush funds’ ed at First Christian Church, statements under oath. I’m not ments against any individu- likely exist in perhaps dozens 3700 N. Walker. referring to the whistleblow- Photos by Paige Powell als. The panel also concluded, of other state agencies, not just The wonder begins at home ers. I urge the attorney gener- in the words of a press release in the Health Department.” before the Fairy Ball. Children a make-believe frock. A tuck awaiting the appearance of al’s office to examine the re- from Calvey, “that tax increas- Calvey explained that con- can use imaginative think- here, a stitch there, a glitter- fanciful bugs, blossoms, elves, cord of those committee hear- es were unnecessary to boost servative like himself, “op- ing and creative play to make ing jewel, something rough trolls, fairies, imps, com- ings to determine whether ex- important functions of govern- posed tax increases because a costume from the resourc- or fine, and a wish are all that ets, moon men, dragons, and ecutive branch officials testi- ment like raising teacher pay.” not all of these ‘slush funds’ es they have at their finger- a costume needs to become more.” fied falsely to cover up gross The Oklahoma City Repub- have yet been exposed. There tips. Parents are encouraged yours. The Fairy Ball begins at misspending in state govern- lican, who is leaving the Leg- is plenty of waste in state gov- to become part of the treasure “How shall we beguile this 7 p.m. with “Flower Mag- ment.” islature this year, comment- ernment that can be rerout- hunt to find forgotten fancies summer’s eve if not with some ic.” Nestled around the trees, Calvey is running in the Re- ed, “The grand jury findings ed for better uses like raising tucked away in closets, old delight?” asks Lorrie Keller, children can finish their cos- publican primary in Coun- prove exactly what we conser- teacher pay.” trunks, dusty boxes and attics. director of StarDanceSwan tumes with their weavings of ty Commissioner’s district 3, vatives in the Legislature have Calvey urged further in- When you see through and creator of the ball. “Chil- real flowers and leaves. As scheduled for June 26, against been saying all along: that the vestigation. “Given the grand the eyes of imagination, you dren in their costumes bring twilight approaches, around current Deputy Commissioner Health Department deliber- jury’s findings, I wouldn’t be will have ideas for building the Fairy Ball to life. We are continued on page 10 Rick Buchanan. The general ately spent money on its own surprised if at least one of the election is Nov 6. pet projects, what the grand officials we cross-examined in jury called a ‘slush fund,’ rath- the House Special Investiga- www.CapitolBeatOK.com A note to advertisers and Oklahoma County Sheriff P.D. Taylor endorses potential advertisers Here is The City Sentinel print edition production schedule Cathy Costello for next 4 months. Staff Report ment sent to The City Senti- derstand firsthand how these July 2018 edition nel. “Her platform on mental problems affect the work- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, June 19 Oklahoma County Sheriff health awareness and educa- place,” says Sheriff Taylor. Ad content deadline: Thursday, June 21 P.D. Taylor has endorsed Cathy tion in the workplace is smart “Cathy has shown great lead- August 2018 edition Costello in the Republican Pri- policy and it is long overdue.” ership as she worked to pass Ad space reservation: Tuesday, July 24 mary for Labor Commissioner. Taylor credits Costello with Oklahoma’s first Assisted Out- Ad content deadline: Thursday, July 26 Taylor encouraged colleagues securing passage of landmark patient Treatment law — a pol- in law enforcement to support mental health legislation and icy which the National Sher- September 2018 edition her candidacy. praises her detailed plans to iff’s Association has endorsed Ad space reservation: Tuesday, August 21 “I’m supporting Cathy create a task force dedicated since 2003.” Ad content deadline: Thursday, August 23 Costello because she under- to mental health in the work- The Republican primary for October 2018 edition stands that mental health place. Labor Commissioner is sched- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, September 18 awareness in all sectors of so- “Our Oklahoma County uled for June 26. She faces state Ad content deadline: Thursday, September 20 ciety, including workplaces Sheriff’s deputies encounter Rep. Leslie Osborn, R-Mus- and public safety, are inter- people with mental health is- tang, in the race. The general twined,” Taylor said in a state- sues every day and we un- election will be held Nov. 6. Page 2 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 NEWS See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter ABC documentary “The Last Defense” to air spotlighting death row inmates Julius Jones and Darlie Routier continued from page 1

tive producers Davis, Tennon, Christine Connor of XCON Productions, and Jones’ attorney Dale Baich. “Participating on the panel was an opportunity to continue to talk about Julius and his wrongful conviction,” Baich said. “The first hour of the Ju- lius Jones story in the docu- series takes a look at Julius’s background, the crime, and how Julius became a suspect and how he was taken into cus- The 2017 OKC Pride Parade Grand Marshall Sonja Martinez waves to the crowd accompanied by her wife Dee Goodman. tody. Representing Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones are attorneys Amanda Photo by Darla Shelden. “I am told the second and Bass and Dale Baich, both Federal Public Defenders for the District of Arizona. Photo by Darla Shelden. third hours will explore po- lice and prosecutorial miscon- As reported by Patrick B. sized the information is both OKC Pride Week 2018 to feature events duct in the case, racism in the McGuigan, publisher of The new (previously unavailable) criminal justice system as well City Sentinel, the referenced and relevant to the Jones case. celebrating inclusion and diversity as during Julius’s criminal pro- new study now published in the These points are made anew in ceedings, and raises serious Journal of Criminal Law and the writ of certiorari filing at continued from page 1 questions about whether Julius Criminology – “Race and Death the U.S. Supreme Court. was wrongfully convicted.” Sentencing for Oklahoma Ho- According to Bass, the Julius place at 6 p.m. Cash bar avail- In 2001, Jones, a 21-year-old micides Committed Between Jones case has now been recon- able. African-American college stu- 1990 and 2012” – documents ferenced, or deferred until a lat- On Tuesday, June 19 the dent with an academic schol- patterns and practices in state er date, in the Supreme Court Pride Wine Bottling Party at arship, was sentenced to death death penalty cases that vio- seven times. Waters Edge Winery, 712 N. for the murder of a white father late federal judicial precedents, In all, 156 individuals have Broadway will take place from of two, in Edmond, Oklahoma. specifically binding on lower been exonerated from death 7 - 9 p.m. A $20 ticket will in- Now 37 and having exhausted courts, regarding constitution- row in the United States since clude a glass of wine and ap- his appeals, Jones still main- ally impermissible impact on 1973. petizers. Groups of 8 or so tains his innocence. black defendants. Vanessa Potkin of Lincoln will take a short tour of the Jones’ attorneys believe that Authors of the study are Mi- Square Productions and attor- wine making process at Wa- race and the juror’s pre-con- chael L. Radelet (University ney at the Innocence Project ters Edge Winery. Participants ceived notions of him, were of Colorado-Boulder), Susan said, “We know through the will personally bottle and cork leading factors in the results of Sharp (University of Oklaho- exonerations cases that many their own bottle of wine to take his trial. ma), and Glenn Pierce (North- types of evidence that are used home with a commemorative OKC Pride Week will host numerous events celebrating inclusion and diversity in “On April 25, 2017, the Okla- eastern University). in courts today, and to send the Oklahoma City metro area from June 17 - 24 2018 OKC Pride label. Call 405- Photo by Darla Shelden. homa Death Penalty Review Based on this report, Jones people to death row, are unreli- 232-9463 for tickets. A limited Commission issued a report asked the Oklahoma Court of able. number of tickets will be avail- 21 and over guests to stay for vard in front of Expressions that detailed the numerous sys- Criminal Appeals (OCCA) on “When you’re facing an ex- able at the door. Proceeds from Drag Karaoke. Tickets avail- Church & Community Center. temic flaws within Oklahoma’s September 22, 2017, to consider ecution, and that execution the bottling party will go to able at the door. This year’s Grand Marshall system of capital punishment,” whether or not his death sen- is carried out, and we later OKC Pride. OKC Pride Weekend, Friday will be Kaye Thomas, owner of Amanda Bass, as assistant fed- tence violated his rights under find out that you’re innocent… The Diversity Center of through Sunday, June 22 -24, Partners dance club, eral public defender working the Oklahoma and federal con- there’s no undoing that wrong- Oklahoma will host the Paint will feature events on the 39th A pre-parade barbeque, on the Jones team of lawyers, stitutions. ful conviction.” Your Pride event on Wednes- Street Strip at N. Pennsylva- sponsored by Freedom Okla- said in a statement sent to The “The Oklahoma Court of Davis said The Last De- day, June 20, from 7 - 11 p.m. nia Ave. Festivities will include homa, will be held Sunday af- City Sentinel. “Appended to the Criminal Appeals refused his fense hopes to shine a light on at 2242 NW 39th Street. Tickets an outdoor block party and a ternoon at 4001 N. Classen report was a novel study about request on the basis of a proce- these case discrepancies for are $45. Attendees will paint a free concert from 8 p.m. - mid- from 2 - 6 p.m. Hot dogs, chips, racially disparate capital sen- dural technicality–yet another viewers and potential jurors. pre-chosen pride design. The night on Friday June 22. beer, water, soft drinks, and tencing outcomes in Oklahoma. example of how that court puts “It’s not a new light. It’s just a event includes a cash margari- The two day Pride Festival FO merchandise will be avail- “This new study demon- form over substance even in light,” said Davis, an Academy- ta bar provided by The Twister will be held on Saturday, June able for purchase while resi- strates the troubling fact that cases where a human life hangs Award winning actor. “A light Drink Factory plus Karaoke in 23 from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. with a dent DJ board member spins Julius was among those who, in the balance,” Bass said. “Mr. where things have always been the DCO parking lot under the concert from 3 p.m.- midnight; tunes. Proceeds benefit Free- between 1990 and 2012, were Jones is now asking the U.S. Su- eschewed, it’s just when we stars. Only 40 tickets will be and Sunday, June 24 from 10 dom Oklahoma. statistically more likely to be preme Court to review that de- choose to see it.” available. Call 405-252-0372. a.m. - 4 p.m., with musical acts “OKC Pride is the largest sentenced to death in Oklaho- cision and to direct the OCCA Tennon added, “We’re giving On Thursday, June 21, Bowl- from 1:30 - 6 p.m. The festival privately held event in the city,” ma based on the race of their to give his constitutional claims a voice to those who may not ing for Pride will be held at the will have booths featuring re- Honeycutt added. “We remain alleged victim alone,” said Bass. full and fair consideration be- have a voice so we as a gener- Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge, gional artists, activist organi- committed to resisting bigot- “In this way, Julius’s death sen- fore sanctioning his execution.” al public can look and say ‘wow, 421 N.W. 10 St., from 7 - 10 p.m. zations, and businesses, as well ry in all forms. Pride week is a tence is unlawful under the In a supplement to the Sep- that could be me.’” Bowling and shoes cost $5. The as local food trucks. celebration of our community, Oklahoma and federal constitu- tember 22 filing for Jones, one Lincoln Square executive Dust Bowl will feature a ”tator On Sunday evening, the 2018 but it is also our opportunity to tions.” author of the study empha- producer Aida Leisenring said, tot bar” sponsored by Boeing. OKC Pride Parade will step off resoundingly demonstrate that “The more we’re able to edu- The bowling portion of the at 6 p.m. at Classen Boulevard love always trumps hate.” cate them about the DNA evi- event is family friendly with a and 39th Street, proceeding dence and about informant tes- cash bar available. Following west across Pennsylvania Ave., For more OKC Pride Week timony and how it has its flaws, bowling, OKC Pride invites its and ending at Youngs Boule- information, visit okcpride.org. the more their ears will perk up when they’re listening to those kinds of witnesses. And so, we hope to help on a mass level, Oklahoma City businessmen Feehan as opposed to one person at a time.” and Werner honored for trades training Potkin said she hopes that viewers will “understand that curricula just because you’re convict- Staff Report ed does not mean that you’re guilty.” The Global Learning Center The first four episodes of the at Oral Roberts University rec- Last Defense will examine the ognized Todd Feehan, owner of case of Darlie Routier, who is Dad’s Plumbing, and Jack Wer- on death row in Texas for the ner, owner of A to Z Commer- 1996 murder of her two young cial and Residential Inspec- sons, a crime she insists she did tions, at ORU’s Augmented and not commit. Forensic experts Virtual Reality in Education have disputed the results of the Conference on May 17 with the state’s case. ORU AVR Education Impact For updates, visit twitter. Award. com/lastdefenseabc. The award was given for their work through the training company LIZROM in de- veloping trades training curri- Stop the Violence OKC Bands on the Run 5K cula that will be accessible on a smart phone. scheduled for From left, Jack Werner and Todd Feehan, city-area business owners, were re- Fred Green with the Francis cently honored by Oral Roberts University for training programs they have devel- June 23 Tuttle business incubator guid- oped. Photo Provided ed Feehan and Werner toward By Darla Shelden their goal to build interactive their Global Learning Center minimum wage on their first City Sentinel Reporter trades training. Sandler Train- regarding augmented reality job within a matter of months,” ing connected them to Mi- and virtual reality.” Werner said, “followed by On Saturday, June 23, the chael Mathews at ORU’s Global Shortages in the skilled steady increases and the op- 3rd annual Stop the Violence Learning Center. trades workforce, the need for portunity to own their own Bands on the Run 5K will step “We have been to numerous training, and the opportunities businesses.” off at 9 a.m. at the Lake Hefner universities and private compa- for skilled trades workers mo- “Study after study shows Trails in Oklahoma City. Regis- nies in Oklahoma and Texas,” tivated Werner and Feehan to that through augmented real- tration will begin at 8 a.m. Werner said. “No place holds develop the curricula. ity training, students can learn The event will include pop- The 3rd annual Stop the Violence Bands on the Run 5K will step off at Lake Hefner a candle to what ORU has cre- “We believe we can have in- much more, much faster at far ular bands playing along the Trails in Oklahoma City on Saturday, June 23. Facebook photo. ated and willingly shares from dividuals earning double the less cost,” said Feehan. course and the Stop the Vio- a perpetual positive change Race packets can be picked lence Dancers will be featured among today’s youth. The goal up on race day, beginning at 8:15 at the at the starting line. is to bring awareness and re- a.m. CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE Stop the Violence is a 501(c) sources through education to The 5K Run/Walk/Stroller/ www.City-Sentinel.com (3) non-profit organization aid in the prevention and inter- Wheelchair early registration whose mission is to bring about vention of violence. continued on page x Page 3 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 OPINION/GOVERNMENT See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter In state House District The City Sentinel 83, Jason Reese Endorsements, garners Keating, OPEA June 23, 2018 Election NOTE: These are primary endorsements only. Newspa- endorsements per management will review all races for the runoff (if nec- By Patrick B. McGuigan bring people together. essary) and general elections later this year. Editor “His focus on opportunity for blue collar Oklahomans is State Senate District 22, Republican Primary In House District 83, Repub- a refreshing change from the Stephanie Bice lican candidate Jason Reese has tired platitudes that character- gained the support of former ize so much political discourse Senate District 40, Democratic Primary Governor Frank Keating, and today. ... With him, we can skip George E. Young the backing of the Oklahoma the on-the-job training and get Public Employees Association. to work. I’m proud to endorse House District 83, Republican Primary Keating praised the candi- Jason Reese for House District Jason Reese date, saying, “The people of 83.” Oklahoma recognize that now Also backing the GOP hope- House District 101, Republican Primary is not the time for the status ful is the OPEA PAC, the elec- Tess Teag ue quo. tions-focused arm of the state’s “We need energetic, con- association for state govern- Jason Reese Oklahoma County Assessor, Republican Primary servative reformers in the leg- ment employees. Gary Banz islature to enact the kind of OPEA executive director Oklahoma needs to provide the at a downtown firm. He was a policies that will improve our Sterling Zearley said, “Jason tools necessary for state agen- legislative staff attorney early Oklahoma County Commissioner District 1, state’s standing in the coun- is a former state employee and cies to efficiently and effective- in his career. In 2016, he was Democratic Primary try, and indeed the world. I’ve currently serves on the state’s ly carry out their missions. He named to the Merit Protection Carrie Blumert known Jason Reese for many Merit Protection Commis- will be great to work with as a Commission. years and consider him a sion. He understands the im- representative and will be an The GOP primary is June 26, Oklahoma County Commissioner District 3, friend. He has a positive vision portance of what it means to outstanding house member.” with the general election slated Republican Primary for Oklahoma and the ability to be a state employee and knows Reese is a lawyer working for Nov. 6. Kevin Calvey

Oklahoma County Judge, District 7 (non-partisan) A memory to celebrate: Oklahoma criminal justice reforms Natalie Mai By Joe Dorman tending the press conference of a package brought forth ministries worker, was a pas- and bill signing for five crimi- in 2012 by then-Speaker Kris sionate and knowledgeable ad- A certain Thursday this nal justice reform measures. Steele, a Republican legislator vocate for reform, and he re- Statewide and Congressional Elections spring (April 26) was a very These bills, while highly de- from Shawnee. minded me often how this is- interesting day at the Oklaho- bated over the past two years, I was proud to be a support- sue touches every family in Superintendent of Public Instruction, ma state Capitol, and one that I actually had their origins while er of criminal justice reform Oklahoma. Republican Primary will remember for quite a long I served as a member of the back then, just as I am now. My Kids, especially, are deeply Linda Murphy time. I had the pleasure of at- Legislature. They were a part brother-in-law, a former prison continued on page 4

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CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE www.City-Sentinel.com Page 4 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 OPINION/HEALTH See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter A memory to celebrate: Oklahoma criminal justice reforms continued from page 3 signing was interesting, and I want to clarify that. In the impacted by criminal justice room, we had Governor Mary policies, which is why OICA Fallin, along with myself and considers these reforms a top former Lieutenant Governor priority. Sending a parent to Jari Askins, her two former op- prison is one of the most trau- ponents in the races for Okla- matizing things one can do to homa Governor in 2010 and his or her child. Offering re- 2014. habilitation and treatment to a We also had present current non-violent parent who has run Republican and Democratic afoul of the law is considerably legislators, along with District better then creating a broken Attorneys and persons in re- home. covery who were prosecuted Speaker Steele understood by those officials. We had peo- that and worked hard to pass a ple from all across the political comprehensive package to re- Joe Dorman spectrum coming together to duce Oklahoma’s incarceration We rank first in the nation in find compromise and consen- rates. Unfortunately, the crim- female incarceration, second sus in order to solve a problem. The Diversity Center of Oklahoma’s 4th Annual Gender Diverse & LGBTQ Symposium on June 8 will include speakers (L-R) inal justice reform measures overall with male incarceration This was a shining example of Human Rights Watch researcher Ryan Thoreson, J.D., and Sage Mauldin, MHR, an Affiliate Faculty Member of the Women’s he championed were not im- and we incarcerate more of our how our system of government & Gender Studies Program at the University of Oklahoma. Photos provided. plemented or properly funded, residents per capita than any can and should work. and they were eventually re- other state. I hope that this spirit con- moved from law. Criminal justice reform, tinues with other policies that Diversity Center of Oklahoma to hold This generated the effort to which encompasses both will improve Oklahoma for our pass State Questions 780 and the state questions and last children. I can promise you 4th Annual Symposium in Edmond 781, two ballot initiatives em- month’s follow-up legislation, that OICA will be there to try By Darla Shelden phasizing rehabilitation and will help reduce those numbers and make this so. City Sentinel Reporter non-felony sentences for drug and help more families stay to- arrests. Both measures were gether and more children grow Editor’s Note: A former The Diversity Center of approved by wide margins. The up with parents. OICA will state representative from Rush Oklahoma will hold its 4th An- legislation passed last month is soon release data compiled in Springs, Dorman now runs the nual Mental Health, Preven- designed to ensure the imple- partnership with Oklahomans Oklahoma Institute for Child tion & Education Symposium mentation of those State Ques- for Criminal Justice Reform Advocacy (OICA). He advo- on Friday, June 8. The event tions is successful and to help which convincingly demon- cated for the tax increases that will address best practices for deliver a reduction in the vast strate that without these re- passed the Legislature this past “Bridging Intersectional Gaps number of Oklahomans sent to forms, future generations of legislative session. This com- In Gender Diverse & LGBTQ prison. Oklahomans could be locked mentary is adapted from a blog Communities.” That reduction is essential into an unbreakable cycle of in- posted in early May. The event will be held from because Oklahoma is in dan- creasing incarceration rates. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Eddie’s Ball- ger of becoming a prison state. I mentioned that the bill www.CapitolBeatOK.com room, 930 E. 2 St., in Edmond. The symposium will be located on the 1st floor. The ven- Jerome Morales Lárez, Ph.D., co-founder & board chair of Arttitude (DFW area), Oklahoma father donates lifesaving dor area will be located down- and Erica E. Anderson, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist, academic administrator, stairs in the lobby outside of healthcare executive, professor, and consultant, will speak at the Diversity kidney to son the large conference area, next Center of Oklahoma’s Gender Diverse & LGBTQ Symposium on June 8. Photos provided. By Darla Shelden to registration. Gender neutral City Sentinel Reporter restrooms will be available for ties and their families, as well clude Rockey Robbins guests. as other disenfranchised and Ph.D. (Choctaw and Chero- Norman resident George “Gender Diverse and LG- marginalized people of color,” kee), an internationally re- Schroeder shares an insepa- BTQ persons experience mul- Blair said. nowned American Indian psy- rable bond with his now eight tiple forms of discrimina- “We desire to empower the chologist; Erica E. Ander- year old son, Christopher. They tion such as class, sexual ori- community through educa- son Ph.D., clinical psycholo- spend time watching sports, entation, ability, gender, and tion. We educate practitioners gist, academic administrator, playing basketball and enjoying age,” said Kelley Blair, CEO that provide services direct healthcare executive, profes- life together. and Executive Director of Di- services to gender diverse and sor, and consultant; and Shaw- After a fragile beginning, versity Center of Oklahoma LGBTQ persons. All proceeds na Lawlis M.D., assistant Christopher needed a kidney Inc. “These barriers of dis- from the symposium go di- professor of Pediatrics at the transplant at the age of only crimination intersect, and rectly to the Diversity Center University of Oklahoma Chil- two years old. George had the overlap, marginalizing and of Oklahoma’s Gender Diverse dren’s Physicians in Oklahoma opportunity to donate his kid- disenfranchising minority & LGBTQ Community Re- City. ney to his son, knowing this groups such as our gender di- source Center.” Other afternoon speak- would change the course of verse and LGBTQ communi- DCO’s 4th Annual Gender ers will be Jerome Morales their lives forever. ties and their families. Diverse & LGBTQ Symposium Lárez Ph.D., Co-Founder & Christopher was born in “We will have national and is partnering with leading cli- Board Chair of Arttitude (Dal- 2009 with a heart condition. internationally recognized nicians and professionals in las/Fort Worth Area) and Sage His doctors initially thought speakers who will discuss how the field to provide a full day Mauldin. MHR, Adjunct Pro- he would need a series of three these intersecting constructs of training with the option of fessor of Human Relations in surgeries to repair his heart, do not exist independently of continuing education credit. the Department of Human Re- but it was later learned that he Seen together atop Mount Evans in Colorado, George Schroeder made a lifesav- each other but are complexi- The symposium’s keynote lations and an Affiliate Fac- would need a heart transplant ing kidney donation to his son Christopher when he was two. Photo provided. ties that are interwoven.” speaker will be Ryan Thore- ulty Member of the Women’s to survive. topher was able to go home ever, because Christopher was Blair continued, “These so- son J.D., a researcher in the & Gender Studies Program at At just seven weeks old, from the hospital for the first just an infant, the medical team cial stratifications intersect LGBT rights program at Hu- The University of Oklahoma; a surgery was performed in time. His parents spent time had to wait to perform the sur- creating ‘gaps’ in their ability man Rights Watch. Thoreson Topics to be covered dur- which he received a new heart every evening with a machine gery until he was older so he to access culturally sensitive will speak at 3:45 p.m. on “The ing the symposium include: from a generous donor. It that allowed Christopher to re- could receive an adult sized and equitable medical and be- Ethical and Legal Implications Health Disparities Among saved his life. ceive dialysis at home. kidney. havioral health services.” of Moral and Religious Exemp- the Transgender Community, Soon after the heart trans- Eventually the doctors rec- “God has wired it into me: do The Diversity Center of tions in Healthcare.” His pre- Conversion Therapy, Families plant, Christopher’s kid- ommended that Christopher good for Christopher. It’s just Oklahoma moved to its new sentation will examine moral and Aging LGBTQ Communi- neys failed. His medical team would need a lifesaving kidney who we are as fathers,” George location earlier this year at and religious exemptions, how ties, Transgender Communi- worked diligently to bring him transplant from a living donor said. “Fathers would give and 2242 N.W. 39 St. they affect LGBT people, and ty and Families, and Helping back to the best health possible, in order for him to receive the have given much more because “We are the first and only how they square with ethi- Families Support their LGBTQ while receiving dialysis treat- best match at his young age. of the love they have for their non-profit agency in the state cal obligations in healthcare Youths. ments to keep his kidneys func- Christopher’s father, George, kids.” to provide direct behavior- professions and with human “DCO works to provide gen- tioning. immediately volunteered and As Christopher approached al health services to Gender rights commitments. der diverse / LGBTQ educa- At eleven months old, Chris- hoped he was a match. How- continued on page 6 Diverse/LGBTQ communi- Morning speakers will in- continued on page 6 Page 5 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 BUSINESS See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter

Impress them from the start Brenda Seagroves eXp Realty

When selling your home you only get one chance to make a first impression, so Skilled trades will name their let’s make it count. Most homebuyers start their hunt on the Internet own wages in the future looking through countless By Jack L. Werner, Ph.D. --offer opportunities to make half block and not see a law- pictures of listings. This A To Z Construction a great living and to own yer! There is a reason to is why I always have pro- one’s own business. question the quality of your fessional photos taken, no “The wave of the future is The need: For every one society when there is a law- matter the price point. If coming, and there is no fight- person coming into the yer on every block and you your listing photos are of ing it.” trades, four are retiring. cannot find a plumber. poor quality, or worse, you – Anne Morrow Lindberg. There is an immediate short- In June Todd Feehan, can see Grandpa Joe in the age of 200,000 construction the owner of Dad’s Plumb- background of the mirror Nineteen percent of our workers. ing, and I will visit Kansas in his underwear; you’re high school graduates will The opportunity: A per- City to call on the Kauffman probably not making a good complete a college degree son with minimal skills and Foundation, the Mechani- first impression. If they of some type. We spend our willingness to work can start cal Contractor’s Association can’t see amazing photos, energy, money, and talent tomorrow at double the min- of Kansas City, the National they probably will move on to provide opportunities for imum wage. Last year signs Electrical Contractors As- to the next listing. this 19 percent. What are we were posted at a heat and air sociation, the Kansas City Once you get a buyer to fix what is broken. I know pet and tile cleaned pro- successfully doing for or of- company distributor offering Home Builders Association, your house, the first thing we all get used to a handle fessionally so there are no fering the other 81 percent? a $5,000 signing bonus for a and others to acquaint them they will see is the curb that jiggles or a faucet that leftover smells lingering. “You must go to college licensed heat and air tech- with LIZROM, our trades appeal and they certain- drips, but a buyer will no- Even better, bake cookies or to be successful” has been nician. I know three people training curriculum develop- ly do not want to see peel- tice these things right away. brew coffee to give the buy- a thought and a mantra that in the trades who earn over ment company. ing paint and dead foliage. 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Energy Efficiencies in Roofing Forward thinking is not only By Terri Matthews multiple cool roof materials therefore reducing the cool- TMI Contruction available. All of these cool ing load and the cost to cool profitable, it’s easy to do roofing materials will help your home. Todd Feehan makes about 55,000 deci- lesson is coming. If things One of the ways that our reduce the cooling load of One often overlooked or Dads Plumbing sions a day and 24 hours to go wrong, and the individ- company strives to be bet- your home or building, in- miscalculated aspect of a do it within. How and when ual misinterprets the cause ter than the average con- creasing the comfort in- home’s roof is attic venti- Recently, I had the oppor- should a person forward of the outcome, they will struction and roofing com- doors as well as potentially lation. Many roofers don’t tunity to sit in the middle think when so many deci- likely repeat the mistake in pany is that we try to add extending the life of your know how to calculate the of, the same conversation sions need to be made? We the future. Not because they value to work we do by in- roof due to the cooler tem- amount of roof ventilation from two completely dif- could go back and forth and want drama or problems in corporating energy effi- peratures. that is required for a par- ferent viewpoints. The fun attempt to create a list of life but simply because they ciency upgrades and im- Radiant Barriers are an- ticular home or that there part was expressing to each top priorities, but at the end have not made the connec- provements. Replacing a other great way to incor- is even a guideline that they of the opposing views what of the day it will not matter tion. People tend to not see roof with the exact same porate energy efficiency should follow. The building the other had not noticed since people only think of “value” in identifying differ- material is easy but in doing upgrades during a roofing codes set forth very specif- or acknowledged. Looking what is important to them, ent solutions. That their life so, a property owner really project. Radiant barriers ic minimum ventilation re- forward or forward think- not a list of topics that some experience has not yet ei- misses out on some benefits are highly reflective lay- quirements that are calcu- ing is just simply taking a deem important. ther, not had the opportuni- that come with some of the ers usually placed in attics lated based on the size of situation and with all the People only accomplish ty to learn a life lesson like more energy efficient roof- to reflect heat away from your attic. Proper attic ven- information you would as- what they see to have im- such, or a decision in life ing products available. the attic space and the inte- tilation prevents excessive sume to need and predict- portance. If you think read- that brings themselves to Efficient roofing materi- rior of your home or build- heat buildup in the attic ing the outcome. This is ing is important, you will the point of correctly iden- als are available from many ing. There are a handful area which helps not only not like picking lotto num- read. We will always do tifying that type of decision, manufactur- to save money bers but as simple enough what we believe brings us in that segment of one’s life. ers today that on your cool- of a thought that even as a value. Value introduced into Then understand that any can help im- ing bills but kid I knew that if I were to our lives that can in be mea- decision can be connected prove not only also to maxi- pull the head off my sisters sured. It’s like risk vs. re- to not only parts of one’s the energy ef- mize the life of Barbie, She would be up- ward but more like reward own life, but involves others ficiency of your shingles. set. Then she would tell our vs. effort to learn. So when as well. That’s when others your home but Additionally, parents. Then I would be a person clearly misses an get upset. Next time, I hope also benefit having prop- punished for damaging an- opportunity to improve the you don’t get upset. Just un- the environ- er ventilation other person’s property. So outcome of a situation, we derstand that they simply ment around will help to I chose not to. But not ev- know that a very important have yet to have gotten it. your home. prevent ex- eryone we know did. I Energy effi- cess moisture would bet that there is cient roofs are from building something, somebody often called up in your at- you know has done this cool roofs tic which can and you just sat back for a reason. cause many and said to yourself “bad They are de- long term idea.” signed to re- problems. So it’s not exactly flect sunlight true to say that forward and to not absorb as much of types that are common TMI Construction has thinking is being avoid- heat as traditional roof- but most are a variation of been serving residential and ed like my one friend ing materials. According a type of foil. The foil can commercial property own- had implied. I couldn’t to the DOE, an energy effi- be applied by itself to the ers since 1981. We possess stop mid-stream and cient cool roof can be more underside of a roof deck or a valid commercial roofing move on with the topic than 50 degrees cooler than it can come pre-applied by endorsement from the Okla- when there was also the a traditional roof. Ener- the manufacturer to one homa Construction Indus- implication that forward gy Star qualified roofs are side of a sheet of roof deck- tries Board (registration thinking ideals were be- available in traditional as- ing that would be installed number 80002334) and wel- ing ignored. Also, not phalt shingles with colors on a new roof or on a reroof come the opportunity to dis- true. that are common in our where all of the old sheath- cuss your next roofing proj- Personally, I think area like Weathered Wood ing is removed. Ultimately, ect. For more information, most people would be and Slate. You can also get installing this barrier will please visit TMI on the web surprised about how tile and metal roofs that have a similar effect as in- at www.tmiconstruction. little thought goes into are Energy Star rated. For stalling a cool roof in that com or connect with us on each decision. It’s said; commercial buildings with it will decrease the heat Facebook at www.facebook. the average person low slope roofs there are transmitted into your home com/buildwithTMI. Page 6 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Oklahoma father donates lifesaving kidney to son

continued from page 4 LifeShare, a non-profit, feder- two years old, the doctors sug- ally designated gested that he could receive an organ procure- adult sized kidney from his fa- ment organiza- ther. tion (OPO), works “I had a sense of thankful- closely with five ness and peace after I donated transplant centers my kidney,” said George. and 145 healthcare Today, Christopher is a thriv- organizations in ing second grade student, and Oklahoma to fa- will turn eight at the end of this cilitate the recov- year. He has a sunny disposi- ery of organs and tion and a fighter mentality that tissue for trans- has served him well and helped plant purposes. The first ever Asian Night Market Festival will be held June 9, from 4-11 p.m., at Military Park, hosted by the Asian District him thrive. In 2017, 183 Cultural Association and the City of Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department. Photo provided. Christopher likes to read, Oklahomans gave play with hot wheels and recall the gift of life by information about cars. becoming an or- Inaugural Asian Night Market Festival Since donating his kidney, gan donor saving George lives his life as if he has 481 lives. to be held at Military Park both. The need for This experience has dramati- transplant is By Darla Shelden cally impacted the Schroeder growing, and Now eight years old, Christopher Schroeder (right) City Sentinel Reporter leads a full life after receiving the lifesaving kidney do- family about the need for organ there are approxi- nation from his father George. Photo provided. donors. mately 700 Okla- Oklahoma City’s first ever homans currently waiting on a United States each year, many Asian Night Market Festival lifesaving transplant and more would still be waiting for that will be held on Saturday, June than 115,000 nationwide. much needed lifesaving dona- 9, from 4 - 11 p.m. at Military Thousands more are in need tion. Park, 2520. N. Classen Blvd. of tissue and corneal trans- To register to become an or- The event is hosted by the plants to restore mobility and gan, eye and tissue donor, visit Asian District Cultural Associ- sight. LifeShareRegistry.org. ation and the City of Oklahoma Without the generous gift of For more information, visit City Parks and Recreation De- more than 30,000 donors in the LifeShare.org. partment. This free community event will feature food trucks with Asian themed menus, Asian Oklahoma City’s Asian District is located between Western and McKinley Av- Stop the Violence OKC Bands on the Run 5K enues, and from N.W. 24th to N.W. 30th Streets. Facebook photo. themed merchants and vendors, a kid’s area with inflata- ation for the different cultures from 7 - 9 p.m. There will be scheduled for June 23 bles and live entertainment. among our communities. an Asian fashion show, cultur- continued from page 2 “We have several goals that “Third, this festival will em- al performances, a martial arts we want to accomplish with power our younger genera- demonstration, and a Pho noo- fee is $35 (before June 1). Reg- our Asian Night Market Festi- tions to preserve their heritage dle soup eating contest. istration from June 2 - 19 is $45. val,” said Thuan Nguyen, Presi- whether it’s through their ac- “The Asian District Cultur- Race day registration will be dent of the Asian District Cul- tive participation, performance al Association is a new and up- $50. tural Association. “One, is to on stage or experiencing the coming organization that was The Child 5K Run/Walk/ bring our surrounding com- food and the culture so they started by myself and some Stroller/Wheelchair early reg- munities together. Second, is to appreciate their heritage.” other young professionals as istration fee is $15, before June allow everyone to experience The event will feature live well as business owners rang- 1. Registration from June 2 - 21 different Asian Cultural foods music throughout the day with ing from early 30’s to mid 40’s,” is $20. Race day registration is and arts to develop an appreci- entertainment on two stages continued on page 7 $25. To register online, visit sign- meup.com, Online Registration Diversity Center of Oklahoma to hold 4th closes on June 19 at 8 p.m. “Stop the Violence is an Proceeds from the 2018 Bands on the Run 5K will benefit Stop the Violence pro- Annual Symposium in Edmond Oklahoma City non-profit that grams such as the Youth Leadership Dance Camps back-to-school supply giveaway events and career building workshops. Facebook photo. continued from page 4 has been changing the lives of metro youth for almost six run out. Back to School Bash, to name a tion, prevention and resourc- years now,” said Kuinten Ruck- “We realize that this is just few. es directly to the community,” er, Stop the Violence founder one avenue toward a solution Race proceeds will go to Blair said. and chair. to the plight of our youth,” benefit all of the Stop the Vio- One of the primary goals of “This 5K is one of our plat- said Rucker. “We believe in lence programs. the Diversity Center of Okla- forms and fundraisers that we long-term plans, cooperating “We have put together some homa (DCO) is to increase have to help with the finan- businesses, charitable organi- key programs including Stop the number of mental health cial aid of the organization. We zations, community church- the Violence Youth Leader- professionals trained and ex- need more help from the comes, state and local governing ship Dance Camps which aim perienced in providing qual- munity and businesses so that bodies working together with to teach leadership and team ity treatment for gender di- we can continue to serve this one goal in mind, which is our skills as well as topics on how verse and LGBTQ populations state.” youth. We want to alter their to prevent violence,” said Ruck- through education. The race entry fee will in- paths of violence and show er. “The youth are taught dif- Online pre-registration clude a white, Dry-Fit, short them the positive. We care.” ferent types of dance including rate (general admission) with- Internationally renowned American Indian psychologist Rockey Robbins, Ph.D., sleeve, race shirt for men, The STV’s fundraising ef- Modern, Jazz, Hip-hop, Step, out CEU’s (continuing educa- and Shawna Lawlis, M.D., assistant professor of Pediatrics at OU’s Children’s women, and youth, featur- forts have made contributions Technical and Gospel Dance. tion credits) which includes Physicians will speak at the 4th Annual Gender Diverse & LGBTQ Symposium on ing the STV Band logo. Extra to Wilson Elementary; Doug- “Other STV programs in- lunch is $50. Pre-registration June 8 in Edmond. Photos provided. shirts may be purchased for lass, Millwood and Star Spen- clude public awareness and rate for licensed professional rate for students (show student sponsor, call 405-252-0372 or $20 on race day which will be cer High Schools; Miss Black public education; back-to- seeking CEU’s, which includes ID at venue) is $35. visit diversitycenterofoklaho- shipped directly to the pur- Oklahoma USA; Langston Uni- school supply giveaway events lunch is $150. Pre-registration To register or become a ma.org. chaser after the race if supplies versity; and the Urban League and career building workshops.” STV violence prevention program is not only for at-risk youth but for all youth ranging from ages 4-18. They also host ReeseOK.com programs adults. “Violence is happening everywhere and not just in one neighborhood,” Rucker said. “Since the inception of Stop the Violence, the organization con- tinues to grow at an alarming rate. We are running out of resources very quickly due to the amount of youth we are working with.” A post-race mini-festival will be held at Lake Hefner’s Stars & Stripes Park. 5K run- ners will receive ice cold water and listen to a live band and DJ as they cross the finish line. To register for the 2018 Band on the Run 5K, donate, or learn more, visit stoptheviolenceok. com or call 405-823-1171. Faith Directory

First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City Ph. 235-4565 Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8, 9, 11 a.m. “In the heart of our city with a heart for the Weekend Masses: Sat.Vigil @ 4pm; Christian Education: 10:10 a.m. world.” 1201 N. Robinson Sunday @ 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday Holy Eucharist: 5 p.m. Ph. 232-4255 www.fbcokc.org NOON - Spanish Service, Weekday Masses: Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 Mon-Fri. @ Noon, Sacrament of Reconciliation: Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help a.m. Wednesday: Dinner 5p.m.; Mon-Fri. 11:30 a.m. Sat. 3:15 p.m. 3214 N. Lake Ave., OKC, OK 73118 Bible Study 6 p.m. Thurs: SALT (Study & Lunch Ph. 525-2349 Together) 11:45a.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Pastor: Rev. John Metzinger Authorized and Paid for by Reese for State House 2018 St. Joseph Old Cathedral N.W. 7th and Robinson Weekend Masses: Sat. @ 5 p.m., Sun. @ 8 307 N.W. 4th St., OKC, OK 73101 www.stpaulsokc.org Ph. 235-3436 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:45 a.m. (V.N.) Page 7 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Inaugural Asian Night Market Festival to be held at Military Park continued from page 6 said Nguyen. “We started this organization within the last year and we have been working with city planners, and some different city departments to be able to have an event of this size.” Oklahoma City’s Asian Dis- trict began to form in the early YWCA OKC Purple Sash Gala to 1970’s, after the arrival of Viet- namese refugees from the Viet- nam War. benefit victims of domestic violence “The Asian District was de- veloped in the early 2000’s by and sexual assault a group that worked with the By Darla Shelden City to develop street signs City Sentinel Reporter and zoned the area with pago- das at the entrance of Classen YWCA Oklahoma City will on N.W. 23 St.t and spanning to be host its 2018 Purple Sash N.W. 30th,” Nguyen added. Gala at 7 p.m. Saturday, June “According to the city plan- 23, from 6 - 10 p.m. The event, ners we have talked to, we are sponsored by Bud Light, will one of the first approved dis- be held at the Criterion, 500 tricts that the City of Oklaho- The Asian Night Market Festival on June 9. will feature food trucks with Asian E. Sheridan. Check-in for the ma City has zoned and our area themed menus, Asian themed merchants and vendors, a kid’s area with inflata- bles and live entertainment. Facebook photo. Purple Sash Gala will begin at spans from Western to McKin- 6:30 p.m. The program starts ley Avenues, and from N.W. 23 to help grow this community,” Pokie, Oklahoma City Univer- promptly at 7 p.m. St. to N.W. 30th St. Nguyen said. “With all this in sity and Vilona Michael Mar- All proceeds will bene- “We don’t want to take away mind we would like to see re- keting. fit YWCA OKC programs for anything that the Asian Dis- vitalization within the Asian Bronze Sponsors include Bis- adult and child victims of do- trict has done in the past, if District. tro B, Bona Vision, Dental 32, YWCA OKC CEO Jan Peery speaking at the Purple Sash Gala. Photo provided. mestic violence, sexual assault anything we have joined forc- “We want other surrounding Calvin K Doan DDS, Evergreen and stalking. mitage are event co-chairs. member. Come dressed in your es to help each other grow and communities to come together Asian Food Supply, FBC Home The Purple Sash black-tie Following the gala, the 2nd best black tie attire and be pre- support one another.” to unite and to develop appre- Loans, Grace Dentistry, King’s gala will feature dinner, silent annual After Sash cocktail-at- pared for a delectable dinner, Nguyen says the Associa- ciation and respect for one an- BBQ , KM Marketing, Metro and live auctions, and a fashion tire event will include wine, silent and live auctions, and tion’s purpose is to promote other. The only way to do that First Realty Group, Saki Sushi, show. a cash bar, photo booth, raf- a high-energy runway show. and support the growing Asian is by showcasing each other’s Sweet Passion, United Health- “Purple Sash is a night to cel- fle items, catering by Whiskey This is truly an event like no cultural community through culture through food and art.” care and the Weokie Credit ebrate survivors of domestic Cake and music by Drive, one other in Oklahoma.” business improvement, com- Festival sponsors include: Union. violence, while raising funds of Oklahoma’s most versatile Perry added, “Leave the munity focused activities and Gold Sponsors: Super Cao “Bring your blankets and and awareness for those still events bands. Doors open for night knowing you helped raise events that are happening Nguyen,THN Insurance Solu- lawn chairs to enjoy the fun,” fighting to break the cycle of After Sash at 9:30 p.m. valuable dollars for victims of within the Asian Business Dis- tions and VII Asian Bistro; Sil- Nguyen said. abuse.” said Janet L. Peery, “With 25 percent of all Okla- domestic violence to receive trict. ver Sponsors: Chinatown Su- CEO of YWCA Oklahoma City. homa women experiencing emergency shelter, counsel- “Although our Board mem- permarket, DUO Liquor Bins, For more information, visit “It’s an elegant evening filled rape in their lifetime, it is im- ing, advocacy and much more. bers come from different back- Golden Phoenix, Lee Sand- the Asian District Cultural As- with hope and promise, that perative to begin a dialogue on All of which is provided free of grounds, we shared a passion wiches, Nueva Design, Okie sociation Facebook page. one day, domestic violence will how this crime can be prevent- cost to victims, and would not be eliminated from our com- ed,” said Karla Docter, YWCA be possible without your gener- munity.” OKC Senior Director of Sexual ous support.” Center of Family Love sets Fifth Annual This year’s chief advisor Violence Prevention and Re- Sponsors include Central Li- for Purple Sash is Mary Blan- sponse. quor, Devon Energy, the AF Gala, honors Bishop Slattery and CFL kenship Pointer and Jonna Perry said, “Our Purple Sash Foundation, Dolese, Stanley founder Loosen Kirschner and Catherine Ar- Gala is always a night to re- continued on page 8 Staff Report

The Center of Family Love and the Oklahoma Knights of Columbus will host the 5th An- nual Gift of Love Gala on Sat- urday, June 16, 2018 at 6 p.m. at the National Cowboy & West- ern Heritage Museum in Okla- homa City. This event benefits residents of the Center of Fam- ily Love who live with intellectual and physical disabilities. Located in Okarche and founded in 1981 by the Okla- homa Knights of Columbus, Pat Loosen the Center of Family Love, has empowered hundreds of adults The Center of Family Love “The Center of Family Love with disabilities to live produc- provides homes and careers for is truly the Catholic Church at tive and meaningful lives. The 130 residents with proven high- work. The enthusiasm and faith YWCA OKC’s After Sash 2018 event will feature music by Drive. Facebook photo by Sarah Libby Photography. Center provides the most in- quality services for people who of the staff and residents are novative educational, vocation- live with physical and neuro- truly inspirational,” said Fa- al and residential programs in logical disabilities, including: ther Brian O’Brien of St. Fran- the nation, pioneering new ap- cerebral palsy, autism, mus- cis Xavier after saying Mass at proaches in the field of disabil- cular dystrophy, Down syn- Oklahoma’s first Blessed Stan- ities, and recognized in Okla- drome, development delays, ley Rother Chapel located on homa as a thought-leader and spinal injuries and intellectual the campus of the Center of model community. disabilities. continued on page 8 Page 8 www.city-sentinel.com June 2018 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Jim Roth appointed Dean of OCU Law School By Darla Shelden at Michigan State University. City Sentinel Reporter In 2007, Roth was appoint- YWCA OKC Purple Sash Gala to ed by Governor Brad Henry Oklahoma City University’s to serve as an Oklahoma Cor- President Robert Henry recent- poration Commissioner and benefit victims of domestic violence ly announced that Jim Roth held the office through Janu- has been appointed as the next ary 2009 when he joined Phil- and sexual assault Dean of OCU’s Law School. A lips Murrah. He was first elect- former Oklahoma County com- ed County Commissioner for agency in Oklahoma County forensic exams for victims of continued from page 1 missioner and Oklahoma Cor- Oklahoma County in 2002 and, with an emergency shelter. sexual assault and domestic vi- poration commissioner, Roth in 2006 he was the first re- Systems, AT&T, Jan & Greg Programs include emergen- olence. will begin his term as dean on elected County Commissioner Peery, and Thunder OKC. cy and transitional housing, Individual tickets for July 1. in over a decade. Founded in 1907, YWCA counseling, children’s crisis the Purple Sash Gala are Roth currently serves as a Prior to serving as County OKC provides a variety of pro- services, safe watch, victims’ $250 and include admission to director of the Phillips Murrah Commissioner, Roth served grams, all reflecting the agen- assistance, prevention educa- After Sash. Tickets for the Af- law firm, based in Oklahoma eight years in local government cy mission to eliminate racism tion, social and economic jus- ter Sash event only are $30. City, where he leads the firm’s Jim Roth will become the new Dean as a staff attorney and Chief and empower women; YWCA tice program, advocacy and For more information, or to natural resources department of Oklahoma City University’s Law Deputy for Oklahoma County. OKC is the only certified do- case management, education purchase tickets, visit purple- and serves as chair of the Clean School, effective July 1. Photo pro- Gary Homsey, co-chair of mestic violence, sexual assault and support groups. sash.org or contact Sami Grega, vided. Energy Practice Group. the Law Dean Search Commit- and stalking crisis services YWCA OKC also provides Event Director at 405-951-3333. “Jim’s appointment follows a term with OCU on July 1, said tee and vice chairman of the thorough national search pro- Roth’s background demon- OCU Board of Trustees, said cess and his selection from the strates dedicated public service he looks forward to the coming 30th anniversary performance of robust pool of applicants is a and impressive legal practice. years. testament to his strong lead- “He will serve the School of “Jim brings excitement for Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show set ership skills and his vision to Law and the university well as the future, and he is the right grow OCU Law,” Henry said. we grow forward,” she said. choice to lead OCU Law,” Hom- for June 8 - 9 As outlined in a press re- Roth is an alumnus of OCU sey said. By Darla Shelden lease received by The City Sen- Law, earning his Juris Doctor In 2017, Roth served as the City Sentinel Reporter tinel, Jim was advanced by the degree in 1994. He also holds OCU School of Law’s inaugural OCU Search Committee as a graduate certificates from Distinguished Practitioner in The 30th anniversary of the finalist, approved by a vote of Harvard University’s Kenne- Residence, teaching a class on re-creation of Pawnee Bill’s the law school faculty, and was dy School of Government, the energy regulation. Original Wild West Show will appointed by President Henry United States Air War Col- “It is a huge honor to be able be held Friday and Saturday, and President-Designate Mar- lege’s National Security Forum to serve my alma mater as its June 8 and 9, at the Pawnee tha Burger. at Maxwell Air Force Base and next Dean,” Roth said. “OCU Bill Ranch, 1141 Pawnee Bill Burger, who also begins her the Institute of Public Utilities and OCU Law School are won- Road, half mile west of Pawnee derful institutions and I am ex- on US Highway 64. Preshow cited to work with the faculty, entertainment will begin at 7 staff and students to chart new p.m. and the Wild West Show paths and expand the horizons will start at 7:30 p.m. for all involved. The 2018 show will commem- “The future requires law- orate the events’ 30th anniver- yers who are prepared for a cut The 30th annual Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show will be held Friday sary with reenactments from and Saturday, June 8 and 9 at the Pawnee Bill Ranch. Facebook photo. line very dynamic economy and we the original Pawnee Bill’s Wild will work to encourage them to West Shows along with new at- He is a long-time Wild West year’s show. think broadly as servant lead- tractions and activities. Show cast member and a Paw- Other performers include ers in their communities and Each historical produc- nee Bill Ranch employee, as trick rider and long-time show professions.” tion will carefully combine pre- well as a whip artist, trick rop- performer Windy Ratchford Roth serves on the boards served stage and script details er, and chariot racer. Lattin and Kalvin Cook. Cook of the United Way of Central to ensure that the Wild West Katrina Fenton will por- is also known as “Kowboy Oklahoma, the Central Okla- Show is the most historically tray May Lillie, performing her Kal” named in the Guinness homa Humane Society and accurate production to date. shooting act on horseback. An- Book of World Records as the the Arts Council of Oklahoma Kevin Webb, will perform nie Oakley and Buffalo Bill will largest wedding ring roping City, among others. as Pawnee Bill for the 10th year. also make appearances at this continued on page 9 Prior to Roth’s appointment, Lee Peoples has served as Interim Dean of Law follow- In this 1994 photo, Jim Roth (left) accepts his Oklahoma City University law ing Dr. Valerie Couch, OCU’s degree from then dean Robert Henry. As president, Henry recently announced first female Dean of Law, who Roth’s appointment as OCU’s next law dean. Photo provided. stepped down in 2017. ‘Three Decembers’ opera (in English) is alternately somber, humorous and affirming By Patrick B. McGuigan Three performers of Editor strong voice and dra- matic skill (deftly deliv- The sophomore season for ering likable dollops of Painted Sky Opera, Oklaho- humor) brought passion ma City’s professional opera and conviction to per- troupe, ended with “Three De- formances at the Civ- cembers.” ic Center Freede Little Jake Hegge crafted “Dead Theatre. Man Walking,” one of the most There was no “lead” widely performed modern among the trio – each American operas (adapted from carried an essential part the book and motion picture of with dignity and strength. Cath- ing the story, when Madaline the same name). Drawing from erine McDaniel portrayed Ma- comes to see Charlie and his an unpublished work by play- daline Mitchell, an award-win- man. wright Terrence McNally, Heg- ning actress who has long been Katie Bolding played daugh- ge unveiled “Three Decembers” a widow, raising a son and a ter Bea (Beatrice), unhappy and a decade ago, under a commis- daughter in the hurly-burly and alcoholic but a loving and sup- sion from the Houston Grand tempestuousness of Broadway. portive sister to Charlie. Bold- Opera, drawing positive critical André Chiang played her gay ing and Chiang’s duet at a mem- commentary and bequeathing son, Charlie, angry in the sto- orable San Francisco landmark a strong modernist opera with ry’s early stages because his had tremendous appeal. strong appeal. Gene Scheer con- mother for years cannot accept The story unfolded over the tributes to the work’s artistic his life choices and his partner. course of three Christmas sea- merit. Some reconciliation occurs dur- sons (1986, 1996 and 2006), and much of the plot pivoted around Madaline’s self-centered sea- sonal letters. The story was/is somber and often bitter, with the ring and tone of veracity witnessed in lives that can be seen in any place these days, let alone in the hyper-dramat- ics that is often centered around performance art. In the end, this particular opera – so angry in many moments – is affirming not only of the intentions behind the choices Madaline’s children have made, but of the best moments of her life. In the end, the audi- ence sees the “good Madaline” (over the top, to be sure) looking up, not down, as she enters a new arena. For good music set in a mela- choly tale leavened with real- istic aplomb – brilliantly deliv- ered by homegrown professionals -- this was an evening (or an afternoon) well spent. 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Family Love. “I can’t wait until my next visit. I’ve heard about the Center of Family Love for years but truly saw the amazing work they do when I visited a few months ago. It is a place of joy, compassion, and Christ! The pro-life work of the Cath- olic Church is central to our mission as a people. This organization is an outstanding wit- ness to that work!” The Gift of Love Gala is the biggest fundraising event of the year for the Center of Fam- ily Love, raising over $677,000 last year with approximately 700 people in attendance. “The funds raised at the Gift of Love Gala enable us to provide a lifetime of happiness, self-respect, dignity, and love for God’s most vulnerable children,” said Center of Family 30th anniversary performance of Love CEO, Debbie Espinosa. “We cannot thank our support- Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show ers enough for partnering with us in this endeavor. Their support will impact generations of set for June 8 - 9 people who live with special continued from page 1 rate performances including On the day of the show ticket needs. On behalf of the resi- Bishop Edward J. Slattery blacksmithing, gunfighters prices are $16 for adults, $14 for dents of the Center of Family p.m. with a cocktail reception for a table of ten, and spon- loop at 100 feet. and sharp shooters, a medi- seniors, $12 for children ages Love, I am proud to be their where guests will have an op- sorship opportunities are still The Dancing Eagles, por- cine man show, and musicians, 4-10 and kids 3 and under are voice and thank you for all that portunity to mingle, enjoy var- available. If you or your com- trayed by the Mike Pahsetopah all are free and held continu- free. you do for them.” ious chances to pull elaborate pany would like to be a sup- Family, will perform tributes to ously on the ranch grounds For information about spe- This year the Center of Fam- gifts, which include a Kendra porting sponsor, please contact American Indian culture. from 2 - 7 p.m. cial price packages for reserved ily Love will honor Most Rev- Scott jewelry pull and a Scotch Nellie Sanders at nsanders@ The Cossacks will return The cast will be available for seating, visit, pawneebillwild- erend Edward J. Slattery, Bish- & Bourbon pull. The reception cflinc.org. To register for the this year to display their dare- a meet and greet with the audi- west.com or call 918-762-2513. op Emeritus of the Diocese will be followed by dinner; en- event you may do so online at devil feats of horsemanship ence on the museum grounds To purchase tickets by of Tulsa, who will receive the tertainment provided by resi- cflinc.org/gala or call 405-263- and military maneuvers. starting at 4 p.m. A barbecue phone, call 918-762-2513. Online organization’s Carol & Bill dents of the Center of Family 4658 x1042 for more informa- Producers have invited past dinner will be served in the tickets are not available. Brown Outstanding Commu- Love, cash raffle drawings, live tion. Your support changes performers, show directors, big barn at 5 p.m., sponsored by The Pawnee Bill Ranch is a nity Ambassador Award and auction, and topping the eve- lives and this is a great way to and behind-the-scenes cast the Friends of the Pawnee Bill division of the Oklahoma His- Patricia Loosen, co-founder ning off with dancing and en- make an impact for those who members to attend and join Ranch Association. torical Society. Founded in of the Center of Family Love tertainment provided by Wade live with intellectual and phys- in celebrating the show’s 30th Show ticket prices in ad- 1893 by members of the Ter- and long-time advocate for Tower. This year’s emcee will ical disabilities. year. vance are $14 for adults, $12 for ritorial Press Association, the those with intellectual disabili- be Malcolm Tubbs, On-Court The Center of Family Love’s The museum and mansion seniors over age 65, $10 for chil- OHS maintains museums, his- ties, who will receive the Har- Emcee for the Oklahoma City mission is to provide quali- will be open to the public on dren ages 4-10, and kids 3 and toric sites and affiliates across old J. Wittrock Humanitarian Thunder. ty lifetime care to individuals show days from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. under are free. A group rate of the state. For more information Award. The ticket price for the event with developmental disabili- On Saturday, June 9, there $12 per ticket is available for about the OHS, visit okhistory. The evening will begin at 6 is $175.00 per person or $1,750 ties. will be historically accu- groups of 20 or more people. org.

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Ever wonder what film composers are up to when they aren’t writing scores for blockbusters like Star Wars? Brightmusic Chamber Ensem- ble will explore the contribu- Artist Cory Cart, doing what he does best. Photo provided. tion of composers who have blurred the lines between classical music and motion Get in Tune -- First Friday Walk, set pictures. Oklahoma City’s pre- mier chamber ensemble will for June present “Brightmusic Goes Hollywood: The Chamber Staff Report Music of Film Composers” in its seventh annual Summer The Paseo Arts District’s Meredith Blecha-Wells (Cello) Chad Burrow (Clarinet) Chamber Music Festival at St. First Friday Gallery Walk for Paul’s Cathedral in downtown June will take place on Friday, Oklahoma City. June 1, 6 - 10 p.m. The Gallery Many of the composers are Walk will have over 20 galleries well known to the classical featuring more than 80 artists music set. Some are icons of who will host opening recep- American cinema, and one is tions, promising something for practically an institution. everyone. The four-concert festival Fresh from the annual Arts will present works by Mal- Festival over the Memorial Day colm Arnold, Ennio Morri- weekend, the Paseo Art Space is cone, Sergei Prokofiev, Ralph excited to welcome artist Cory Vaughan Williams, Nino Rota, Cart and his exhibition Corro- Bernard Herrmann, John Wil- sive Nuances for the month of liams, Erich Wolfgang Korn- June. This body of work focus- gold, Dmitri Shostakovich, es on the juxtaposition of new Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, versus old, bold colors versus Amy Cheng (Piano) Sam Formicola (Violin) Leonard Bernstein and Miklós neutrals, and sleek versus gritty Rózsa. Some of the festival’s textures. After welding with his performers are pictured here. dad on occasion while growing All concerts will begin at up in Oklahoma, Cory landed 7:30 pm - except the 4 p.m. in New Orleans where he began Weathered Caribbean Sunday concert on June 17 searching for a new technique into his bold and vivid abstract mental elements. — at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 127 to work into his process. He paintings. These paintings re- Mallory Eagle is a country N.W. 7 St. (at Robinson). Save wanted to explore working with flect how the world around us is and Americana artist whose tra- $30 by purchasing a $50 festi- metal and welding but didn’t continually evolving as the cor- ditional sound is heavily influ- val pass that includes admis- have a studio to accommodate rosive textures he adds to his enced by her Oklahoma roots. sion to all four concerts. Sea- this type of work. Thus, he ex- paintings often change colors Having been exposed to blue- son subscribers, students and plored how to incorporate iron based on the effects of environ- grass from a young age, Mallo- active-duty military person- ry says, “Banjo is a part of my nel are admitted free with ID. heartbeat.” Catch her perfor- Brightmusic Chamber En- mance with Adam Duran 6:30 semble always presents fine p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at June’s First classical music in an intimate, Friday Gallery Walk before she family-friendly setting. Ng Jarita (Viola) John Krause (Double Bass) takes the leap and moves to The joys of attendance at verses, then said, “David, this soul’s own speech.” Nashville! these evenings of stellar music poem must be read tonight. The coming gallery walk will cannot be fully predicted in It is essential to the program The poem is often attrib- also feature a variety of food advance. Five years ago, after and to the healing that we all uted to Charles Wesley, the trucks that will be sure to hit the devastating spring storms need. You must read this.” great Methodist writer and the spot! Hall’s Pizza Kitchen in Moore, south of Oklahoma Johnson told The City Sen- composer, but that is not uni- will be serving up delicious, City. On that night, Brightmu- tinel, “Well, I decided, don’t versally accepted. Regardless, homemade, wood-fired pizza in sic musicians dedicated their argue with the Bishop’s wife. these verses in simple rhyme a traditional style. Zebra Snow performance to the victims. But I don’t think I could do it captured a spirit that ema- will cool things down with their In that context, Brightmusic again.” The poem follows: nated from that year’s festi- many flavors of shaved ice! organizer David R. Johnson “For the common things of val, and hopes for a future The Paseo is Oklahoma shared a poem he had found every day, that includes brighter days City’s Unique Arts Destination, with board member Debra God gave men speech in the full of music, “the soul’s own located between N.W. 27th & Konieczny, who was passing common way; speech.” 30th Streets and Walker & Hud- out program notes before the “For the deeper things men More information about the son. Each First Friday, Paseo first post-tornado concert. think and feel, festival is available on Bright- galleries offer special themed Johnson, a leader for Bright- God gave the poets words to music’s website at brightmu- exhibits, refreshments, guest music, was was not sure he reveal; sic.org. artists and a variety of live en- could read the words with- “For the heights and depths tertainment- all within walking out losing his composure. no words can reach, Note: Editor Pat McGuigan distance. Five restaurants and a Mrs. Konieczny examined the God gave men music, the contributed to this story. handful of shops round out the Paseo’s distinctive atmosphere. For more information, call the Paseo Arts Association at Twilight Time for the Midsummer Fairy Ball (405) 525-2688 or email at aman- continued from page 1 [email protected]. Visit thepas- 7:50 p.m., the StarDanceSwan eo.org/join for membership in- Fairies spin color into motion formation. and invite all children to follow them in rounds of dance. Steve McLinn’s original Ojas Music bedazzles ears and helps little feet spin to EXPERIENCE his electric acoustical fusion FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK sounds. When the evening Friday, June 1, 2018 • 6-10pm grows darker, colors bright- ARTS DISTRICT en and the music reaches the Live Music: Mallory Eagle stars. Parents can watch their Food Trucks: Hall’s Pizza Kitchen and Zebra Snow children dance or dance with them in a special area. Sur- In the Paseo Art Space at 3022 Paseo: rounded by trees and lights Photo by Paige Powell Artist Cory Cart “Corrosive Nuances” June 1-30 everyone can gaze into the public; donations are appreci- cil is the state agency for the starry sky while they dance in ated to help offset costs. support and development of Local and national art, great food, art classes and plenty of shopping! their own ways. The ones who Children must be accom- the arts. Its mission is to lead bring Midsummer’s Twilight panied by adults. In the event in the advancement of Okla- Time into their hearts are cre- of inclement weather, a rain homa’s thriving arts industry. ating opportunities to feel de- date will be announced later. The Council provides approx- light and wonder. The Fairy Ball is made pos- imately 500 grants to almost On the evening of the Fairy sible in part by a grant from 250 organizations in commu- Ball, everyone gathers at the *Oklahoma Arts Coun- nities statewide each year, or- the Crown Jewel Amphithe- cil, the Paseo Arts Associa- ganizes professional devel- ater located at First Christian tion and Theatre Upon a Star- opment opportunities for the Church at 3700 N. Walker, just DanceSwan. For more infor- state’s arts and cultural indus- north of the dome and church mation call the Paseo Arts As- try, and manages hundreds of building. “Flower Magic” is 7 sociation at 525-2688 or go to works of art in the public spac- #FirstFridayPaseo 405.525.2688 • thepaseo.org - 7:50 p.m The dance follows thepaseo.org. es of the Capitol. Additional until 9 p.m. It’s all free to the *The Oklahoma Arts Coun- information: arts.ok.gov.