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Swope Scope
By: Lacey Swope
Winter has only just begun, and goodness gracious what a change it has brought to the state. Part of the state
experienced ice storms and snow, and others had tornadoes and historic flooding. The amount of moisture
available for the winter storm at the end of December was astonishing. Unfortunately that is something we
may see a few more times over this winter. El Nio can lead to frequent storms with very high moisture
content in the southern plains. No two storms are the same, but this pattern looks to repeat itself several
times in the extended forecast.
As we looked forward, it is an exciting time to think about the
future. The heavy rains we receive will help out with our wildfires
heading into the New Year. The winter months can be terrible for
fires because the vegetation is dormant as the north winds howl.
But, that wont be too big of an issue if this pattern keeps it up.
The state is virtually drought free and a few locations are coming
off of their wettest year on record.
We get a lot of questions this time of year about what this will
mean for our severe weather season. It is tough to say honestly.
The spring following a strong El Nio winter has at times been
very violent. That is not always the case though. Spring is
still months away and we have time to analyze plenty of data
between now and then. As of now, January looks cold, with a few
more winter storms.Of coursec severe weather can, and does
happen all months out of the year. January is no exception to that rule.
I hope you are having a fantastic New Year. Whether you are starting a new semester or just beginning new
resolutions, I wish the best of luck and Boomer Sooner!
-Lacey
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@laceyswope
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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Haley Mowdy

ART DIRECTOR
Haley Mowdy
MANAGING EDITOR
Lindsay Cuomo
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Normanite in the Spotlight: Dr. James Griffith

by Tegan Burkhard
Long-time Norman dentist sees his dream

take shape at his new location.
LEAD GRAPHIC DESIGNER &

CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER
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Its Basketball Time in Oklahoma

by Tyler McComas
Multiple basketball squads in Norman are

chasing the ultimate prize.
Mark Doescher
SENIOR EDITOR
Carleigh Foutch
CONTENT CURATOR
Grant Schatzman
ASSOCIATE EDITORS
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Alex Mutz | Meghan Whiting
Resolve to Travel: Getting to Know Our State
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
by Lindsay Cuomo
A month-by-month guide to exploring our

great state!
Bobbie Franklin
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Bennie Owen, Coach Among Coaches

by Jeff Provine
A look back at the impact of one of OUs

greats.
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Medical Myths
by Tegan Burkhard
Doctors guides to common medical myths.
The Art of Handwritten Notes

by Cheyenne Dickerson
How to properly use the power of pen and

paper.
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Eternal Lines: The First Folio in Norman

by Grant Schatzman
An original edition of the oldest book of

Shakespeares plays comes to Sam Noble.
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OUr Mental Health

by Grant Schatzman
A new student group on campus is helping to

bring mental health out of the shadows.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Josh Kouri | Kathryn Shauberger
CONTRIBUTORS
Stefanie Brickman
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Lacey Swope | Nick Williams
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WEB MANAGER
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Winters Most Sought After Fashion Piece

The classic turtleneck makes a big reintroduction this season.
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Decorating a Home Today

How to effectively incorporate all of the

hottest design trends into your space.
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United We Stand, Divided We Fall

by Cindy Merrick
Young people on our community are

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January 2016 Issue 1 Volume 15
What a fun year 2015 was! I cant believe that it is already over and we are now in 2016!
With multiple sports in National Title contention for the Sooners, this one is definitely
shaping up to be one for the books.
Editors Note
I know that like many of you I have a list of resolutions I want to accomplish this year, and
whether youre focused on eating right, being happier or getting more involved in the
community, this issue has something for you. We have articles that run the gambit from
revamping your home decor to mental health, from letter-writing to an organization that
is fighting for the rights of black students in our community and so much more! Im sure
youll find something in here to help you on your journey to becoming a better you this
year.
And while January is a time to focus on new beginnings, it is also a special opportunity
for us here at Boyd Street to reflect on where weve come from. In fact, this year marks
Boyd Streets 15th anniversary, and boy how far weve come. Each issue this year we will
share with you something exciting to celebrate Boyd Streets birthday, so stay turned for
some awesome features in the coming months. Since this issue is packed already with
great stuff though, heres just a little history of the magazine courtesy of our longeststanding employee, Lead Graphic Designer and Chief Photographer (and Boyd Street
Extraordinaire), Mark Doescher:
In 2001 a small, college and bar-oriented, magazine was formed in Norman. Boyd Streets
original purpose was informing college students which bars had the best drink specials
each night of the week while showcasing images of college students at said bars. Over
time, the magazine slowly evolved to include discussions about technology, campus
romance and music. Pop culture trends also changed the content of the magazine, with a
Campus Cribs section created not long after the popularity of MTVs Cribs spread across
the US.
Haley Mowdy
Editor-in-Chief
Through sales of the magazine to different publishers and changes at the editorial
helm, Boyd Street has slowly evolved from a campus-centric magazine to a communitywide showcase of philanthropy, service to community and family-oriented events.
The magazines current mission is to inform and entertain Norman area residents with
information about upcoming events anyone can attend and enjoy, opportunities to help
your fellow Norman residents and how to give back to the city as a whole. There is also
a dedicated sports section covering high school and collegiate athletics, a review of new
and existing restaurants as well as advice on current style trends and best places to travel
throughout the year.
Boyd Street is committed to delivering to Norman the best that Norman has to offer, in
every area: history, campus life, business, community, lifestyle, food, fun--you name it, we
have it! This magazine is for you, our fellow community members, and we welcome your
contributions. We love feedback, so tell us what youd like to see in Boyd Street by visiting
our website or emailing me at editor@boydstreet.com so that we can continue to improve
it for the next 15 years! Thanks for reading, and happy New Year!
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Normanite in the Spotlight

Dr. James Griffith II, DDS
By: Tegan Burkhard
Dr. James C. Griffith II, DDS has offered dental health services to
the Norman community for the past 32 years. This past August,
however, Griffiths dream of designing and owning the building
housing his dental practice finally became a reality.
At his practices new location at 3924 West Tecumseh Road,
Griffith says the earth tones of the milk chocolate colored carpet
and walls, complemented by blue textured accent walls that
mimic water, generate a calming, outdoor feel.
The moss green chairs and light oak wood, coupled with windows
that Griffith ventures are six feet wide and seven feet tall, add to
the overall outdoor effect. Patients can even see the clouds and
take in a relaxing view of the park behind the office while Griffith
works on repairing or enhancing their teeth.
Griffith also revamped his equipment at this new location with
patients comfort level in mind. Here, all of his equipment is
either handheld and movable between stations or located
behind the patient to create a more open and neat space.
I want people to feel unencumbered, Griffith says. So if they
need to get up for any reason, they want to sit up or they want
to get up and walk around the room, theres nothing in the way
that would prevent that from happening.
At this new location, Griffith has also expanded his range of
services to include dental implants, made possible with his new
3D imaging machine. He also continues to provide periodontal
cleanings and treatment, cosmetic veneers and lumineers, root
canals, restorative crowns and more.
We focus on functional restorations that work well, are pain
free and look good, too, Griffith says.
While some of these services may frighten patients initially, the
casual, light-hearted and patient-minded atmosphere of the
office may help dull their fears.
They have a voice in their care, Griffith says. Thats one of the
things that Im really, really focused on, making sure that I find
out from the patient why theyre there and what I can do to help
them.
The former city councilman has been advocating for the
community and providing dental care for so long that some of
his first patients now bring children of their own to the practice.
Although Griffith spent most of his life in Norman, it wasnt until
he made a brief move to Anthony, Kan. that he developed the
sense of community he puts into practice in Norman.
Since Griffith operates as a local business, he says he should put

his locally-made dollars back into the community to support
Norman in return.
This is why Griffith says everything about his practice is locally
sourced, from the Norman-based subcontractors who helped
bring Griffiths vision of his new location into reality to the local
bank his practice uses.
The bottom line is Im here to serve my patients, Griffith says.
Im here to serve my staff and my community.
To learn more about the Dr. Griffith new location or his services,
call 364-8550
Resolve to Travel:
Getting to Know Our State
By: Lindsay Cuomo
Many of us started mulling over our resolutions

months ago, plotting with anticipation for our
upcoming plan of making a change. I did the
same, however, rather than the typical fitness
or financial goal, I decided I would instead
resolve to add a bit of fun in my life each month
and finally travel to some of the top spots in our
great state.
Here is an annual look at 12 places Id like to
visit (or revisit) and the best month to go see
them in!
Robbers Cave State Park
January:
Staycation in Norman,
Okla
With the holidays right on our heels,
youve likely had a busy schedule packed
with things to do. What better way is there
to start your travels than a staycation?
Staycations allow us to reinvent the way
we look at the community we live in and
are a time to take in all the great things we
are often too busy to do. Not to mention,
a staycation isnt likely to be canceled due
to inclement winter weather either.
Our Norman staycation would most
certainly involve a trip to the Immortales
exhibit just recently extended at the
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, an eagle
watching tour at Lake Thunderbird State
Park or an overnight stay, including a
massage, at the NCED Conference Center
& Hotel, 2801 East State Hwy 9. Not to
mention the annual Firehouse Art Center
Chocolate Festival will be happening at
the NCED Conference Center & Hotel on
Jan. 30.
What would your ideal Norman staycation
look like? Tell us at editor@boydstreet.
com and we might share your great ideas
on our website.
66 and journeys on through the history

of the nations most revered highway.
Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors
(65 and up) and $1 for students (6
through 18 yrs.) Children under six are
admitted free. Visit www.okhistory.org/
sites/route66 for a list of hours.
March:
Muskogee
Add some adventure to your Spring

Break agenda! Despite what is depicted
in the movies, Oklahoma has some very
diverse terrain, and that is very clear
at Little Sahara State Park. Sand dunes
here range in height from 25-75 feet and
spread across 1,600 acres of mini-desert.
The parks main attraction is dune buggy
and ATV riding, as its known as one of the
best riding spots in the Midwest. You can
bring your own vehicle or you can rent
one through several private vendors in
the area. Park admission is $10 per day
and is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Read
up on all the regulations at www.travelok.
com before you venture out so you are
sure to have a fun and safe excursion.
May marks the annual return of the

Oklahoma Renaissance Festival at The
Castle in Muskogee, Okla, considered
to be one of the best festivals of its kind
in the country. Attendees can surround
themselves with the grandeur of
Renaissance England with kings, queens,
knights in shining armor and more. The
facility houses a 20-acre Renaissance
village including a town square, jousting
arena and working clock tower. The festival
runs all month long and tickets start at
$5.95 for kids and $13.95 for adults. For
more details, visit www.okcastle.com
February:
Tulsa
Water-Zoo Indoor Water

Park, Clinton, Okla
Tulsa offers a great home-away-fromhome escape, with a wide variety of

activities for all interests. Families will love
the Tulsa Zoo, Tulsa Air & Space Museum
and Oklahoma Aquarium. Art enthusiasts
will enjoy a trip to the Philbrook and
Gilcrease museums, not to mention the
plethora of concerts at Guthrie Green and
the BOK Center. Tulsa also offers visitors
a chance to catch the longest-running
play in America. At the Spotlight Theatre,
audiences experience a stage production
like no other. The Drunkard and The Olio
includes a variety show and audience
sing-along as well as the play itself
directed by writer-actor Joe Sears, the cocreator of the Greater Tuna series. Visit
www.visittulsa.com to plan your perfect
weekend or weeklong getaway.
During a trip to Clinton, be sure to make

time for the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum.
Operated by the Oklahoma Historical
Society, the museum begins with the
worlds largest curio cabinet showcasing
special treasures collected from along Rt.
May:
Little Sahara State Park
April:
While it might be cold outside, Clintons

Water-Zoo is always a comfortable 82
degrees! What better way is there to
forget your winter blues than to splash
around in the 28,000 square feet of water
fun, slip down twisting water slides and
relax in the Lazy & Crazy River. Daily rates
are $21.99 for guests under 48 inches
tall and $31.99 for those taller. The park
is open weekend days from 10 a.m. to 8
p.m. in February. Check www.water-zoo.
com for a complete list of hours.
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USS Batfish
While on your trip, make time to stop at

Muskogee War Memorial Park. The main
attraction here is quite an unexpected
treasure in our landlocked state. In
1972, The Batfish, an actual World War
II submarine, started its journey to
Oklahoma in New Orleans, made its way
to Muskogee via the Arkansas River and
reached its current resting place just in
time for Memorial Day in 1973. Visitors
can walk aboard the submarine, which
sank 15 enemy vessels during her tenure in
battle, to see what life was like for its crew.
The park also includes numerous other
displays dedicated to sharing the history
of the United States military. The park is
open Wednesday Sunday, and costs $6
for adults and $3 for kids 7 13. Kids under
7 are free with an adult. To learn more, visit
www.warmemorialpark.org
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June:
Natural Falls State Park
Near a town called West Siloam Springs
on the Oklahoma Arkansas border, sits a
hidden gem that is actually quite famous.
A 77-foot waterfall cascades down rock
formations in the Ozark Highlands,
creating a fertile breeding ground for
ferns, mosses and liverworts to thrive. The
lush scenery is likely very familiar to many,
as scenes of the 1974 movie, Where the
Red Fern Grows, were filmed in the park.
Two observation areas offer picturesque
views from both the top and bottom of the
falls. The state park also offers camping,
hiking trails, recreation activities, fishing
and a formal garden area, however, no
swimming is allowed in the park. Visit
www.travelok.com for all the important
details needed for your trip.
July:
Chickasaw National
Recreation Area
July means peak summer heat and the
need to find some refreshing cool waters.
Made up of Travertine Creek, Rock Creek,
Veterans Lake and Lake of The Arbuckles,
the Chickasaw National Recreation Area
offers 36 miles of shoreline and 2,300
acres of open water. The clear waters
and deep rock cliffs are popular for scuba
diving, which is not typically thought as
an Oklahoma activity. The fresh springs
of Travertine Creek are always cool,
even on the hottest Oklahoma day. Hike
the numerous trails, take a dip at Little
Niagara and picnic at one of the many
stops along the way. The parks outdoor
grills are popular features during the
summer months.
While in the area, I always make a stop
at the Chickasaw Cultural Center. Visit
www.chickasawcountry.com for all the
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important details to plan your excursion
as well as the special events happening in
the area all year long.
August:
Black Mesa State Park &
Nature Preserve
A bit of a drive from Norman, Black
Mesa sits in the Oklahoma panhandle
along the tri-state border with Colorado
and New Mexico. Renown as a birders
paradise and a popular astronomy
enthusiast destination, Black Mesa is
Oklahomas highest point at 4,973 feet
above sea level. In a unique part of the
state where the Rockies meet the short
grass prairie, explorers are treated to a
wealth of wildlife as well as rare plants
and picturesque landscape. In August, the
annual Perseid meteor shower is visible
and the nature preserves remote dark sky
offers up an excellent view. The preserve
is open dawn to dusk so be sure to allow
yourself at least four hours to make it to
the top of the mesa and back! Visit www.
travelok.com for all the important details
needed for your trip.
September:
Spiro Mounds
Archaeological Center
Located seven miles outside of Spiro,
Okla in far eastern Oklahoma lies a very
important Native American archaeological
site. The mounds are one of the most
important sites in the nation. Open to
the public, the center houses artifacts of
the prehistoric Spiro people showcasing
their extensive trade network and
sophisticated culture. The protected site
includes 150 acres of land that encompass
twelve mounds, the elite village area and
part of the support city. There are nearly
two miles of interpretive trails, including
a one-half mile nature trail, and during
the Solstices and Equinoxes, the centers
offers special sunset tours. Even with the
richness of the archaeological site, still so
much of the Spiro culture is a mystery,
specifically the reasons behind the decline
and abandonment of the site. The tours
discuss some of the theories behind these
mysteries.
The center is open Wednesday Saturday,
9 a.m. 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 5
p.m. Adult admission is $4, kids ages 6
18 are $1 and under 6 are free. For more
information, www.okhistory.org.
Black Mesa State Park
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October:
Robbers Cave State Park
The lure of Robbers Cave State Park is right
there in its name. The infamous outlaws
Jesse James and Belle Starr were rumored
to use the rugged cliffs and cave of the
hilly woodlands as a refuge from the law.
That same rugged landscape that drew
the bandits is now a favorite of rappellers,
equestrians and hikers.
In addition to the multitude of outdoor
activities available at Robbers Cave State
Park, October offers the annual Robbers
Cave Fall Festival. Festival goers can enjoy
arts and craft vendors, a wide variety of
food and drink, amusement rides, live
entertainment and the Fall Foliage Cruise,
a pre-1984 car and truck show that attracts
around 500 custom and classic cars from
across the nation.
Visit
www.travelok.com
or
www.
robberscavefallfestival.com to plan for
your trip.
November:
Talimena National
Scenic Byway
As the cool crisp winds paint the Oklahoma
landscape in its beautiful autumnal shades,
visitors from around the state flock to
the Talimena National Scenic Byway. The
54-mile route twists and turns through
the Ouachita National Forest, offering
stunning views from the highest mountain
range between the Appalachians and the
Rockies. And, November is typically the
peak of the fall foliage viewing season
for our state. The oaks and maples shine
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against the towering evergreen pines as

each strategically placed turnout highlights
the picturesque vistas of the forest and
ridges below. On this trip, the drive is truly
the destination.
Check out www.talimenascenicdrive.com
for tips to enhance your trip and the best
places to stop along the way.
December:
The Artesian
Every year, The Artesian Hotel, Casino and
Spa roll out the yuletide red carpet for
their Classic Christmas at the Artesian. The
hotel twinkles in the light of 150,000 LED
lights that wrap the spires and grace the
two dozen trees. The festivities typically
begin with the city of Sulphurs Opening
Night on the Plaza with outdoor lights, a
parade and more. Then, most Fridays and
Saturdays in the month feature carriages
rides, carolers dressed in 19th century
period dress, Mrs. Claus reading by the fire
and hot cocoa and apple cider.
Each year is a little different but all promise
a healthy dose of holiday cheer. To learn
more about the festivities planned, visit
www.chickasawcountry.com
Talimena National
Scenic Byway
The Artesian
BOYD STREET MAGAZINE // 19
MAPLE BACON & ONION PORK MEDALLIONS

WITH SAVORY MASHED POTATOES
PORK MEDALLIONS INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of fat
and silver skin
3 Tablespoons olive oil*
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup Bourbon
6 Tablespoons Stonewall Kitchen Maple

Bacon Onion Jam*
1/2 cup chicken stock*
2 Tablespoons butter
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract*
DIRECTIONS: Cut pork into 1-inch thick rounds. Pound into 1/2-inch thick medallions.
Heat oil in a deep sided heavy skillet over medium heat. When the oil begins to shimmer,
but not smoke, add the pork in small batches making sure to not overcrowd the pan. Season
with salt and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes or until pork begins to brown. Turn each medallion
over and continue to cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove pork to a serving dish
and cover with foil to keep warm until all of the pork is cooked. Drain any excess fat from
pan.
Turn flame off (if using a gas stove). Add the Bourbon to deglaze the pan stirring until all
brown bits are dissolved from the bottom of the pan. Turn flame back on and add the Maple
Bacon Onion Jam and stock. Bring sauce to a simmer and cook until slightly thick. Add
butter and stir until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Return pork to pan and cook 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately spooning sauce over pork
medallions.
SAVORY MASHED POTATOES INGREDIENTS:
2 1/2 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes (red or
1 bottle Robert Rothschild Farm Mushroom
russet)
Marsala Sauce*
1 tsp. each Sea salt and freshly ground
Optional: Italian parsley, fresh, chopped
pepper*
FESTIVE CHERRY B SALAD

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb. fresh spinach, or your favorite mixed
greens, or a mixture of both
1/2 c. dried cranberries or dried cherries
1/2 c. coarsely chopped toasted pecans
The Prairie Gypsies Cherry B Gypsy

vinaigrette to taste*
1 c. crumbled French feta cheese*
DIRECTIONS: Toss together the greens, cranberries and pecans. Add the Cherry B Gypsy
(start with about 2 -3 T., then add more if you need). Lightly toss. Top with feta cheese.
Serve at once.
Important note: toss with the vinaigrette only when you about to serve.
To toast pecans: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place pecans on an ungreased cookie sheet
and place in oven for 8-10 minutes. Keep watch! Pecans burn easily and will taste bitter.
CHOCOLATE CRME BRULE

Add 1-cup of heavy whipping cream, 1-cup whole milk and stir in the Crme Brule mix*
into a saucepan. Next bring mixture to a boil reduce heat and simmer for additional minute,
remove from heat and pour equally into four ramekins* and chill for an hour or more. Just
before serving sprinkle caramelizing sugar evenly onto the Crme Brule and torch, a broiler
also can be used to caramelize the sugar but a Culinary Torch* is recommended.
WILD HIBISCUS FLOWER CHAMPAGNE

Add 1 flower and desired amount of syrup into glass of champagne...enjoy!
DIRECTIONS: Bring potatoes and cold water to cover to a boil in a large Dutch oven; boil
25 minutes or until tender. Drain; peel, and the use a Potato Ricer* to create creamy
potatoes. Add salt and pepper and Mushroom Marsala Sauce, beating until combined. Serve
immediately. Garnish, if desired.
*Denotes items available at the international pantry.*
Medical Myths
By: Tegan Burkhard
When bloggers or self-help gurus deem the latest diet craze or at-home remedy a success, its easy to believe their
methods are founded in fact. Pinterest-worthy homemade remedies and internet testimonials may seem legit, but its
best to stick to science. When your health is on the line, doctors recommend trusting science over opinions. We turned
to local doctors to dispel common medical myths standing between you and your health.
Brushing Up
Curbing Carbs
Dr. James C. Griffith II, DDS cautions

against vigorous brushing habits when it
comes to dental hygiene.
When nutrition books and blogs

encourage low or no-carb diets, one fact
they fail to mention is that, according
to registered dietician Kimberly DavisConiglio, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, this type of
weight loss also leads to muscle mass loss.
Dr. James C. Griffith II, DDS | 3924 W.

Tecumseh Rd., Norman, OK 73072, 3648550
People who brush aggressivelywill

often have receding gums and notches
in the side of their teeth because theyre
brushing too often; theyre brushing too
aggressively, Griffith said.
Instead, Griffith recommends switching
from hard-bristle brushes to soft
bristles. He says gentle, circular strokes
polish teeth and remove bacteria more
effectively than attacking the mouth with
abrasive, up-and-down strokes.
If theyre replacing their toothbrush
every two to three months because its
just worn out and looks like a bomb went
off in the middle of it, theyre brushing
too hard, Griffith said.
Griffith also encourages using toothpaste
before bed, but merely using a wet brush
earlier in the day. By relaxing your brushing
technique, you can wipe out plaque while
promoting a healthier gum line.
Kimberly Davis-Coniglio, MS, RD, CSSD,

LD | www.oklahomadietitian.com, 3265403; kimberly@oklahomadietition.com
Theres a ton of non-scientific, more

opinion-based science out there thats
not really that reliable, Davis-Coniglio
said.
She also says people can only lose
two pounds per week, at most. At the
beginning of a low-carb diet, the several
pounds that are shed quickly are nothing
more than water weight, not fat loss.
Rather than embracing diet crazes, DavisConiglio recommends eating snacks and
meals no longer than four hours apart,
rather than overeating when hunger
pangs strike.
Those who need a little extra motivation
to jumpstart healthier eating habits, or
help setting a realistic nutrition plan, may
also consider signing up for individualized
nutrition coaching.
Giving Health a Shot
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In recent years, many parents have
avoided what used to be considered
routine vaccinations to protect their
children from their perceived risks. Rather
than opting to forego shots altogether,
Dr. Megan McMahan Meier, MD, advises
sitting down with primary care doctors
like herself to discuss alternative vaccine
schedules, as well as vaccination risks and
benefits.
In the midst of vaccination debates, many
who avoid vaccinations do so out of fear
that vaccines like the Measles, Mumps
and Rubella shot cause autism. Meier
points out, however, that no one has
ever been able to replicate the results
of the original 1998 The Lancet article
that caused these fears. Plus, the English
doctor who originated the myth, Andrew
Wakefield, has been accused of falsifying
data and consequently lost his medical
license. The Lancet has also since
retracted Wakefields paper.
Meier also says that people avoid shots
out of fear that they can actually cause
the virus they were designed to prevent.
She says side effects like fatigue, aches
and pains that follow the flu shot are
simply a sign of immune response.
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working toward that herd immunity.
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The Art of Handwritten Notes
By: Cheyenne Dickerson
As a writer, I have always loved the magic of sending a handwritten, thought-out note on alluring stationery. Many of us
may often overlook the impact of a handwritten note. There
are specific times when the gesture is anticipated, and oddly
enough, there are instances where handwritten notes are not
exactly proper etiquette. Occasions, a Norman based business
located at 2001 W. Main St., and I seek to answer any notewriting questions or concerns you might have.
First things first, before any actual pen or pencil is put to paper,
you need an inviting and welcoming stationery. The stationery
you choose can speak volumes and should reflect your personality
and character, yet be mature in nature and professionalism.
Therefore, it is crucial to properly evaluate the environment and
place where you will be sending your notes.
For example, if you are sending a thank you note to a potential

employer, I using neutral colors, flat, square cards and sleek
cutouts, perhaps even some monogram initials embossed
somewhere on the note. A great example is the simple and clean
Navy Bordered Card at Occasions retailing for $20. This card
conveys professionalism and stability, things all of us jobseekers
want.
On the other hand, common occasions of sending notes like thank
yous and get wells, the rules are much less severe. Occasions has
great options. My first choice is the Bee Engraved Notes retailing
for under $30. The front of the card has a small gold, intricate
bee on cream paper, and the envelope has a navy blue hue.
Another important thing to consider is the thickness of your
stationery. In professional settings, thicker is better. However,
thinner options are adequate for less formal situations.
Now that you have your perfect paper in hand, when should pick
up your pen? Proper etiquette would be any time you receive
a gift, accept a promotion or following an interview. Be sure to
send your note in a timely manner. It is also good to remember
to send handwritten notes to attendees after a celebration such
as a wedding shower or baby shower. After all, the goal here is
to show kindness to others and acknowledge the kindness you
received. However, note writing isnt necessary after perhaps
receiving a satisfying grade in class, small gestures of everyday
kindness or when a friend pays for food or drinks. A simple,
voiced thank you might be more appropriate.
If you are in the market for note-writing supplies, Occasions has
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Happy writing, all!
Winters Most Sought After Fashion Piece

If there is one thing we women have

learned from the admirable Audrey
Hepburn, it is that the classic winter
turtleneck can be elegant, intimate and
daringly beautiful on the female body.
Audrey, the epitome of elegance, grace
and femininity, taught women this lesson
long ago, as she paired her countless
turtlenecks with tailored pants and
jeans, clean loafers and hot red lips. Well,
after years in the closet the turtleneck
is proudly re-introducing itself back into
the fashion world, and I, along with many
others, could not be happier about it.
personally love the Gray Leather Boots

and Marco Suede Bootie best. However,
if diving into the full-on turtleneck is not
for you, Antique Garden has more options
that are not as forceful as the classic. For
example, their Long Flight Pull Over Gray
by Free People is a wonderful starting
point. With a high neckline, loose fit and
beautiful color detail, I would recommend
this top to anyone, regardless if you love
the turtleneck trend.
If you have made it this far, youve realized
how in love I am with this daring, yet
authentic trend. I encourage you all to try
this classic piece- no matter your age, size
or height.
Secretly, I have loved turtlenecks and

the idea of how warm and cozy they can
be. However, fearing I would look dull,
unattractive and masculine, I seldom
wore one. This, however, is definitely not
the case this year.
According to top fashion magazines like
InStyle, turtlenecks are a hot staple item
for winter 2016 that should without
question be incorporated into your
closet. One of my most adored designers,
Victoria Beckham, introduced the classic
turtleneck in her winter fashion show. The
star of the show, a deep gray turtleneck,
fell slightly over the hipbones while dark
skinny jeans, black ankle boots and a
neutral colored fur jacket completed the
look.
Many stores in Norman are joining in on
the trend, carrying turtlenecks in their
stores for purchase. Its no surprise that
Antique Garden, located on Campus
Corner, has turtlenecks on their shelves.
Their Bella Turtleneck Sweater is
perfectly on-trend; light grey in color,
loose in fit and made with a chunky fabric.
It surely meets your winter day needs!
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Decorating a Home
Today
Recent home dcor trends have been

all over the place, constantly evolving in
short amounts of time. I have often found
myself pondering whether farmhouse
rustic, contemporary or industrial is the
current go-to style. With the help of
Antique Garden at 323 W. Boyd St., Tulips
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perfect balance of all three types of dcor
trends to use not only in my house, but in
my closet and entire life as well.
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thick books of choice, topped with a vase
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and their Volcano candle, you can have a
clean, yet alluring adornment that adds
some much-needed sparkle to your space.
To easily add even more contemporary
design, a mirror is always a great option.
Tulips Gold Metro Link Mirror not only
makes a room appear bigger, but also acts
as an eye-catching statement piece.
Living in Oklahoma, there is likely a hint

of farmhouse-rustic design in all of us.
My favorite way to incorporate this type
of dcor into your home is to add slight
touches in each room. For example, add a
few neutral-colored pillows to your livingroom couch or seating area to create an
inviting and warm feel. I especially love the
Sugarboo pillows, which all have unique
printed phrases on them. A Blackberry
Harvest Table Runner from Occasions
offers a beautiful and effortless hint of
Southern style. Another simple way to
incorporate rustic flare is to look toward
your floor. Tulips has a Loloi Charlotte Ash
Gray Rug that adds delightful warm tones
and a lived-in feel. Tulips also has the most
adorable Oklahoma grass mat that brings
personality, character and Southern style
before anyone ever steps into your home.
To merge yet another popular style, the

industrial style, I love Antique Gardens
Mango Wood Pendant Light and Oliver
Pendant. Both are foolproof ways to add
a touch this type of design to a home. In
fact, my husband and I recently purchased
a pendant light with antique bulbs and
hung it over our kitchen table, which
Im obsessing over. With lights such as
these, I recommend hanging them lower
than usual. Since they are slightly smaller
than your typical chandelier, they will be
noticed more when hung closer to eye
level.
In order to balance your space,

contemporary design elements polish and
modernize your style, a needed contrast
to the laid back comfort offered by rustic
pieces. Although modern dcor can be
a bit uninviting or harsh at times, I love
the colors trends used in the design.
Golds, silvers, grays and metallics are all
used in the contemporary world, adding
beauty alongside rustic backgrounds
such as brick, wood or concrete. Antique
Gardens gold carved, round coffee table
Decorating is, and should be, considered

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Have Your Kids Start the New Year

In a Big Way at the Library
By: Christian Potts
Even the Jedi need to work on their reading, as this group of costumed characters showed during a family event at Norman Public Library West.
Nowhere is the hustle and bustle and joy in library patrons more
visible than in the Childrens Services Departments at Normans
hometown libraries.
Music Connection, for ages 3 to 7 6 p.m. Thursdays
Rhythm Babies, for children up to age 3 10 a.m. Fridays
And while the thousands of books available both at Norman

Public Library Central, 225 N. Webster Ave., and Norman Public
Library West, 300 Norman Center Court, are a big part of the
draw, the library also has a variety of activities offered nearly
every day.
Sensory Story Time, for ages 4 to 10 3:30 p.m. second

Friday of each month (Jan. 15)
Story Time, for children in pre-K and younger 11 a.m.

Saturdays
Family Play Time/hora de jugar, bilingual story time for ages

5 and under 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16
And the programs offer a wide range, also, for children from
birth up to age 11. Many are offered on a week-to-week basis,
with many themes and activities that are age-appropriate.
And at Norman West, the schedule for January includes:
The schedule of regular weekly activities at Norman Central

features:
Story Time, for children pre-K and younger 10 a.m.

Tuesdays
Story Time, for children in pre-K and younger 10 a.m.

Mondays
Sit! Stay! Read! Therapy dog reading program for children

up to age 11 5:30 p.m. Thursdays
Creative Space, for children in grades 3-6 4:30 p.m.

Mondays
Movie Night, for families 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16
Baby Story Time, for children up to age 3 10 a.m.

Wednesdays
After School Special, for children in kindergarten-2nd grade

3:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Toddler Explorers, for ages 1 to 3 10 a.m. first Thursday of

each month (Jan. 14)
Find out more about the programs and services for children and
families at Norman Central by calling 701-2600 or going online to
www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/norman-central.
And learn more about everything going on at Norman West by
calling 701-2644 or online atwww.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/
norman-west.
Baby Story Time on Wednesdays at Norman Public Library Central

draws some of the librarys youngest visitors for a variety of activities
beyond just listening to stories.
Tara McCleod, Childrens Department Manager at the Norman

Central library, high-fives first-grade students during a visit to Lincoln
Elementary School to promote the librarys Lilly Open House. The
yearly event is based on the popular Lilly book series by author
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New Years Resolutions

By: Shannon Hudzinski
President/CEO
OU Federal Credit Union
By the end of January, many of us will

have forgotten all about our New Years
resolutions. It can be difficult to change
our lives, even when its for the better.
Knowing this, we want you to know that,
in your financial life, there are changes
you can make today that will last the
entire year. Here are three resolutions
you can set today and some follow-up
goals for the rest of the year.
Today: Save money automatically. If you
want to improve your net worth, build
financial security or make a big purchase
at this time next year, the easiest way to
do so is simply to automate your savings.
You can set up an automatic transfer to
savings so you wont be tempted to spend
it.
Later: Set up an emergency fund. How
much do you have set aside for a rainy
day or to cover the unexpected? If an
emergency came up, would you have to
sell investments, cash in your retirement
or borrow from family? Make this the
year for setting up your emergency fund.
Youll eventually want to have at least six
months of income put aside where you
can get to it. for now, start with $1,000,
a months income, or whatever feels
realistic. It might be difficult to get in
the habit of saving money, but this is the
resolution youll be really happy you kept
if something unexpected happens.
Today: Pay down your debt. If youre
struggling with debt, there are three basic
solutions for paying it down, getting your
payments under control and getting ahead
of debt. You can make more frequent
payments, pay more each month or lower
your interest rates.
Paying more frequently makes sense if

you get paid every two weeks: You might
already know about the advantage of biweekly payments, which let you make the
equivalent of an extra monthly payment
every year. If youre already doing that or
you dont get paid on a weekly schedule,
you can also increase the amount you
pay every month. Even an extra $25 per
month is $300 per year, and you can set
up those payments automatically. Make
sure you increase your payments the most
on the bills with the highest interest rates
first, even if they dont have the largest
balances.
If an emergency came
up, would you have to
sell investments, cash
in your retirement or
borrow from family?
Make this the year
for setting up your
emergency fund.
Finally, you can get ahead of your debt
by lowering your interest rates. You can
call the creditors who are charging you
the highest interest rates and pay the
bill, transfer the balance to a credit card
or loan with a lower interest rate, or see
if theyll offer you a lower rate due to
improved credit.
Later: Get control of your spending. Its
time to make a budget and stick to it.
Build rewards into the budget so youll
actually be happy to follow it. Take a
look at what you use your credit cards to
buy, then budget at least some money
for those items or activities. Youll never
keep a resolution like stop eating out,

but you have a good chance of keeping a
resolution like dont go over the eating
out budget. This also gives you 12
chances to succeed: Every month you can
do better than the month before.
Today: Make a drawer. Many of us who
have had the misfortune to act as the
executor on a loved ones estate have had
the terrible task of finding all the savings,
debts, insurance policies and other
financial parts of their lives. Dont do
this to whomever is taking over your life.
Empty a drawer in your kitchen or study
and put as many relevant documents
in it as you can find. Make a list of
everything in the drawer and everything
thats missing. Put a copy in the drawer
and another with your will so its as easy
as possible for the grieving individual in
charge. As with any sensitive, personal
data, keep this information in a safe place
that only you and the likely executor(s) of
your estate will have knowledge.
Later: Fill the drawer. Whats missing
from the drawer? Do you have a will?
How much life insurance do you have? Do
you have enough savings to take care of
your children? What about a plan for how
they will receive that money?
Talk to a financial planner and insurance
specialist to make sure youre set. With
any luck, 2016 wont be the year you need
it, but if it is, itll be better for everyone
involved if theres a plan.
And thats it three things to do today
and three projects to complete during the
year. None of them are out of reach, so
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I recently just returned from CES 2016 (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las
Vegas in early January and I waited till the 11th hour to write this article in
hopes that I would come home and write this telling you that I saw the most
amazing groundbreaking, new technology that was going to truly change
your life.
When I got back to campus, we sat and talked about it even more and I think
I can sum it up with two examples.
Well I didnt.
Secondly - Those 3 things I mentioned earlier are here to stay wether you like
it or not. Its going to be individually and collectively a part of our lives for
years to come so you might want to start paying more attention to it and see
what you can do to have it enhance your life or change it.
It wasnt like previous years when I came back and told everyone that asked
you wouldnt believe what I saw! This year it was just ok. While I was at
the show I just wasnt inspired. I roamed the Las Vegas Convention Center
and kept thinking that the next corner I would turn would be that one thing
that we could bring back to OU and Norman and I just couldnt find it. My
Fitbit told me I walked over 35,000 steps and close to 15 miles in 2 full days
and I tried to look at and find everything, but no matter how hard you try
you miss stuff and who knows maybe I did miss something, but you cant say
I didnt try!
What I did see was pretty much what I saw last year and just more of it. If
you are into drones, fitness wearables and virtual reality then you would
have been in heaven. Trust me..there was cool stuff that I saw, but you can
only curve a TV so much or hear a vendor say yeah this wont be ready for
production for another 5-7 years.
Dont get me wrong. It was great to see some of the innovations out there.
The innovators are truly pushing the edges. I saw a car for the most part drive
itself and heard about someone who figured out a way to wirelessly charge an
iPhone. Its all coming, but not anytime soon.
The show was kinda like our awkward teenage years. We all were there and
the show was kinda like that. Just weird and goofy. Didnt really make heads
or tails of it, but it was cool!
Now how a drone will change your life I dont knowbut my amazing wife
Suzanne bought me a Star Wars Millennium Falcon drone for Christmas and
it took me back to being a kid and that kinda stuff folks we need to embrace
and hold onto as long as we can
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United We Stand,
Our nation was founded upon the principles of equality. Yet we
often judge others and label them as worthy versus unworthy,
acceptable versus unacceptable, and right versus wrong.It
is ironic and a bit sad that I often find myself judging others
who judge, label, and discriminate. It is our human nature to
subconsciously categorize people...and thats okay. However,
it is not okay when we place our categories of people in a
hierarchy, because all people have equal human rights. We may
not agree with peoples choices and actions but we must learn
to respect our differences and
focus on our similarities. We
must find common ground and
rise above our prejudices and
practice love, acceptance and
perhaps tolerance at times.
We must recognize that we
are no better or worse than
others. Should we remember
that each time we point one
finger at someone, we are
actually pointing three fingers
back to ourselves?
It makes my heart sad when
I see victims of prejudice
and discrimination who feel
wounded, hurt, and frightened.
The transference of negative
judgment from one human
to another creates distance
and disharmony, and does not
foster a peaceful humanity.
We are all the same, in that
we are all different. We need
to embrace the diversity of
our brothers and sisters in our human family, and stop believing
that our differences make us superior or inferior to one another.
Mother Teresa said If you judge people, you have less time to
love them and Golda Meir shares You cannot shake hands with
a clenched fist.
However you choose to define your creation and creator, we
all come from the same source. We are all connected in many
ways physically, emotionally, spiritually, mentally, socially,
and eternally. We all breathe the same air, are held on earth
by gravity, we share our reality together and each of us wants
to be loved and respected. We are all part of our universe and
in essence are all one. As Neil deGrasse Tyson said, We are all
connected to each other biologically, to the earth chemically,
and to the rest of the world atomically.
We are not born with prejudice, as it is a learned trait from
our families, our neighbors, and members in our communities.
By: Cindy Merrick
President of Therapy in Motion

President of Wellness in Norman
Divided We Fall
Prejudice is based upon fear and ignorance and is a threat to the
morality and positive evolution of our society. With our ultimate
allegiance to our God and humanity, prejudice limits our quest
for truth. The Bible states, Love one another not Love one
another, except those who arent like you.
History is full of promise as African Americans are no longer
slaves, Native Americans can live where they want to, Jews are no
longer persecuted as before, Americans have religious freedom,
women are worthy to vote, and
homosexuals have increased
legal rights. Despite advanced
education,
discrimination
still abounds. Those with
mental illness, disabilities,
addictions, obesity and those
with different nationalities
and religions continue to be
negatively labeled. For the
most part, our new generation
of young adults inspires me
with their passionate belief in
human rights. I find that our
young people believe that
equal human rights is not a
privilege, but an inherent right.
They are raising the awareness
of the need for cooperation
and understanding and they
are fostering dialogues of
unity. Hand in hand they
are choosing to create an
atmosphere of social trust and
transformation.
In 2016, may we focus upon unity within our families, our
community, and in our world and pledge ourselves to freeing
people from discrimination and inequality. May we be inclusive
not exclusive with our acceptance of all people for who they are
not for what they are. May we be thoughtful and kind, as these
behaviors will be returned to us in our reciprocal universe. May
kindness be our guide, as it acts like a contagious positive virus.
When kindness is given, it is received and then payed forward
numerous times. Loving kindness is one of the strongest virtues
and it Is the bond that holds our communities together. Research
has proven that kind people are happier, live healthier and
longer lives and have more permanency and satisfaction in their
personal relationships than mean people. In closing, I would like
to share the wisdom of R.N. Remen, When we know ourselves
to be connected to all others, acting compassionately is simply
the natural thing to do.
Norman Medical and Safety Experts Offer Winter

Weather Tips
As Oklahomans prepare for a blast of wintery weather, local medical and
safety experts are offering their tips for staying safe when the temperature
drops.
Norman Regional Health System is home to three emergency departments
and also operates EMSSTAT, the ambulance provider for the cities of Moore
and Norman. When winter weather strikes, emergency personnel see a
variety of injuries related to ice, snow and cold conditions.
The most common thing we see is orthopedic injuries due to falls on the
ice, said Dr. Patrick Cody, emergency medicine physician. Dr. Cody is the
medical director for both EMSSTAT and the emergency medicine residency
program at Norman Regional Health System.
To avoid falling make sure to:

Avoid rushing or taking shortcuts where snow or ice removal is
incomplete

Select appropriate footwear such as flat shoes with rubber soles
instead of leather-soled or high-heeled shoes

Use handrails where you can

Take small steps to keep your center of balance under you
Carbon Monoxide Dangers
We sometimes see people exposed to carbon monoxide so we recommend
folks have their heaters professionally maintained to make sure they are in
good working order, Dr. Cody said.
Symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure include:

Headache

Nausea

Dizziness and other neurological symptoms
Clues to carbon monoxide exposure can be multiple members of a
household with similar symptoms or symptoms that resolve when you go
outside Dr. Cody said.
If you are concerned about carbon monoxide in your home, evacuate the
home and call your local fire department, which can monitor the house for
the dangerous gas.
Safe Travel Tips
People are often injured by driving in dangerous conditions. If at all
possible, try and stay off the roads during hazardous weather, said Eddie
Sims, paramedic and manager of EMSSTAT.
When the temperature first drops below freezing the roads may look wet
but elevated surfaces may have frozen and become very slick, Sims said.
If you must get out: slow down, and leave extra distance between your car
and the one in front of you.
Remember to allow for extra time and extra fuel if you need to drive
somewhere in bad road conditions.
Since a hospital never closes its doors, employees at Norman Regional are
prepped on how to safely drive in conditions such as ice and snow. Staff
members are encouraged to pack the following items in their car during
severe winter weather:

Blankets

Non-perishable, high-energy foods such as granola bars

Bottled water

A brightly colored flag or cloth to tie to a cars antenna as a distress
signal
Always remember if you get stranded it is still safest to remain with your
vehicle until you are rescued.
Extreme Cold
Prolonged exposure to the cold can cause frostbite and hypothermia.
Infants and the elderly are most susceptible to extreme cold, so please
check on elderly friends, relatives or neighbors who live alone.
The following tips can help keep you safe in extreme cold:

Wear layered clothing outdoors. Wear a hat to prevent rapid heat loss
from an uncovered head.

While indoors, try to keep at least one room heated to 70 F. This is
especially important for the elderly and small children.

Avoid fatigue and exhaustion during cold weather. Overexertion such
as shoveling snow or pushing a car, can strain your heart.
Normanite Novelty
By: Lindsay Cuomo
What started out as a simple solution to

a problem has become so much more for
Cool Beans Coffee. They found themselves
needing a way to cover the hole in their
to-go lids so their hot
beverages wouldnt spill all
over customers or their cars.
The simple solution they
came up with has become
so much more.
motivation, encourages Whitson. She

hopes to give customers inspiration with
uplifting stickers to raise their spirits as
the thick of winter is upon us.
I had a mom come in whose son had

Celiac disease, shared Whitson. Since
we make ours from scratch, I was able to
make him a gluten-free hot chocolate he
could enjoy.
In case you dont already
know, Cool Beans Coffee is
a walkup or drive through
coffee shop that offers
locally sourced organic
coffees, teas and treats
like fresh baked scones
from local Norman bakery,
Waving Wheat.
We found these fun

stickers online and thought
they would work great,
remembers Nicki Whitson,
owner of Cool Beans Coffee,
located at 1230 Alameda
Street.
The Cool Beans family will

add a new addition very
soon (or by the time you
read this; may have already).
Whitson and her husband
are welcoming their first
child, a newborn little girl, to
the crew. While you might
not being seeing Whitson
at Cool Beans much in the
coming weeks, her staff is
ready to step in and ensure
customers receive the same
great products that Whitson
Now those stickers have

become quite the buzz
item around town and a
popular collectors item
for Normanites. Whitson
rotates
the
designs
seasonally so customers can
add something new to their
collection with each visit.
Our stickers have become
our signature in the community. I see
waitresses at different restaurant around
town with our stickers on their notepads
and bill books and some customers even
decorate their laptops, shared Whitson.
Its cool to see how people collect them
and how they fit into their life.
This January, you can expect the Cool
Beans stickers to counter the long darks
days of winter with some brightness.
January can be kind of hard for people
and we all need some positivity and
And, speaking of the first month of the

year, Cool Beans can also fit quite nicely
into your New Years resolutions. As many
are making goals to be healthier, Whitson
wants to help.
I have customers come in all the time
with special dietary needs and I have
options for everyone from organic, vegan
as well as gluten-free, said Whitson. And,
she and her staff are happy to guide their
customers or even customize an option
right for them.
would.
We have been opened almost three
years and I am so pleased with where my
business has gone, my employees and
our customers and who we are in our
community, said Whitson. I am very
blessed.
Be sure to stop at Cool Beans Coffee soon
so you too can start or add to your sticker
collection!.
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Late Rally, Raucous Home Crowd
Pushes OU in Big 12 Opener
By: Tyler McComas
Its been a while since the Lloyd Noble

Center was rocking like it did for the Big
12 opener against Iowa State. Though the
Sooners trailed, seemingly, throughout
the entire game, they were able to come
up with key stops and clutch baskets, enroute to an 87-83 win.
It seemed like we were fighting uphill for
most of it, said head coach Lon Kruger.
But, a lot of guys stepped up at the right
time and made big plays.
One of the guys who stepped up was
Isaiah Cousins. After a horrendous start
in the first half where he was held to no
points, Cousins regrouped to pour in 15
second half points, including several big
shots.
What he did was good for us. We needed
that, said Buddy Hield. He hit two big
time shots for us, they were threes, and
also got a big time steal.
OU certainly didnt play well in the first
half. In fact, you could make the argument
that Iowa State was the better team that
night. But, a huge reason why the Sooners
were able to will themselves to victory
in the final minutes was because of the
home crowd.
It was fantastic. Our guys were talking
about it in the locker room, afterwards,
about the energy

they felt, said
Kruger. It was
maybe as loud as
any arena Ive ever
heard. It can only
be so loud, but
ours was right there
when we took the
lead.
Though the Sooners
did escape with
a win, Iowa State
had
a
golden
opportunity to take
the lead with just
10 seconds to play.
Point guard Monte
Morris
found
himself wide open
behind the threepoint line with a
shot that could have
taken the lead. But,
to OUs great fortune, it hit off the back
of the rim and secured the win for the
Sooners.
From our angle, it was right on line, said
Kruger. It looked like it had a good chance
to go in, when it was in the air.
It was certainly a huge bullet that the
Sooners were able to dodge. If it had gone
in, OU would have been down a point with

about seven seconds to play. But, like the
old saying goes, sometimes, its better
to be lucky than good. As well as the
Sooners played late in the game, OU can
probably say they were lucky and good.
If this team is ultimately able to live up
to their lofty expectations, we may be
reminding ourselves of how big of a win
this was later in the conference season.
Photos by: Mark Doescher
Photos by: Mark Doescher
OFF THE CORNER
SPORTS
Gold Ball in Norman Norths Sights

by Tyler McComas
Before the season, Norman North looked like it had all the
makings to win a state championship. And, through the first six
games of the season that certainly hasnt changed.
With 4-2 record, the T-Wolves sit at No. 4 in the rankings.
Trae Young and Marcus Dickenson have been the class of 6A
basketball, and Cameron Martin has provided a consistent threat
in the post, which is something theyve been lacking in the past
few seasons. With those three serving as the core, you may
not find a more explosive offense in the state. North has been
extremely efficient at creating points in transition, even when
teams are doing everything they can to slow the tempo down.
even more points in transition. In fact, Dickenson is one of the

better defenders youll see at the high school level. Theyll need
to continue that type of effort on defense as they prepare for
heavyweight bouts against the likes of Mustang, Edmond Santa Fe
and Edmond Memorial. Those three opponents will tell us if this
team truly has the capability to cut down the nets. Offensively, this
team has it all, but if they continue to improve on the defensive
end, the T-Wolves could be the favorite come March.
The return of Quan Hogan will be a huge boost, as it gives the

T-Wolves another athletic perimeter player who can score. It
seems like North has an abundance of those, but the one thing
that might keep them from a gold ball is actually the thing this
team has significantly improved. Defensively, the T-Wolves
have started to be a lot more active, which in turn, has caused
More offense, less turnovers for T-Wolves

by Tyler McComas
Sitting at a 5-2 record and heading into the Berth Frank

Teague Invitational, the Timberwolves had a chance to
enter the Christmas break with a ton of momentum. But,
after dropping their first two games to Dale and Plainview
before closing out the tournament with a win over Ada, the
break possibly came at the right time for the T-Wolves.
Turnovers have been the main concern. North has been
hampered by the inability to take care of the ball. Though
they have created several of their own, finding a way to limit
turnovers needs to be the focal point as they move forward.
Head coach Rory Hamilton will find out quickly how big
the strides his team made over the break, as they return
to action on Jan. 5 against 15th-ranked Edmond Memorial
before traveling to No. 10 Deer Creek on Jan. 12.
games. Consistent play from those two will go a long way in

helping North make a serious run come playoff time.
The potential for this team is certainly there, especially if
they continue to make strides on offense. However, a rough
schedule will await the T-Wolves. A senior night matchup
against Edmond Santa Fe, currently ranked No. 5, will
provide an accurate gauge on just where they stand. Yes,
the schedule wont be forgiving, but it could also serve as a
huge benefit when they enter postseason play.
The T-Wolves still hold serve in the rankings at No. 12. As

expected, Alexa Scott had a strong start to the first half of the
season. Her play, along with the return of Kenna Sturgell,
has provided the T-Wolves with offensive threats, both from
the paint and perimeter. Lindsey Waters and Jaycie Evans
had their fair share of big moments through the first nine
Photos by: Kathryn Schauberger
OFF THE CORNER
SPORTS
Young Tigers Continue to Make Strides

by Tyler McComas
If you were to look at Norman Highs record, scroll through the

rankings and pass your judgment on this team, youd be missing
most of the story. Despite only having two wins under their belt,
the Tigers are starting to show major improvement. Thats what
the story of the season has become, and its happening sooner
rather than later.
Entering the season, finding their go-to player on offense was the
Tigers biggest question. At this point, it seems sophomore Jake
Ogle has turned out to be that guy. His size on the perimeter has
made him a tough matchup for opponents and has given NHS
a consistent offensive threat. Down low, Keyante Johnson has
been a force on both ends of the floor with his stellar athleticism.
Yes, this team is starting to figure some things out. It was even
apparent in last months Crosstown Clash game. Sure, the Tigers
expectedly came up short to an extremely talented T-Wolves
squad, but there were moments where Norman High looked like
they were close to turning the corner.
The most exciting thing about this team is that its possible theyll
look totally different by the time the playoffs come around. At
this point, improving on a game-by-game basis should be the
focal point. Sure, every team strives for that. But, with NHS
having so much youth, staying away from regression is critical.
A tough schedule against top tier opponents like Mustang,
Norman North, Deer Creek and Edmond North will test this team
in a multitude of ways. But, with the potential of improvement
this team seems to have, dont be surprised if the Tigers become
the team that nobody wants to see come playoff time.
Tigers Find a Star in the Making

by Tyler McComas
Losing your best player is never easy. Losing your best

player in back-to-back seasons is even harder. Thats the
uphill battle the Tigers are facing. As, once again, Beth
Franks was lost to injury, early in the season. The impact
of her loss has certainly been felt, but in her absence, it
seems as though a future star has been born.
Just a freshman, Turner Mattingly has been turning heads
with her play on the court. Often completely unfazed by
varsity action, Mattingly has provided the Tigers with a spark
they so desperately needed. Her play has even started to
open things up for players such as Shelby Thrailkill. Faced
with the same situation a year ago, Thrailkill has once again
been called upon to pick up the offensive slack left behind
by Franks.
first leg of the schedule, as theyve already matched their

win total from last season.
Losing Franks certainly hurts this team, but theyll also be
better for it, in the long run. A trip to the state tournament
might not be on the horizon, but having a team with a skilled
group of athletes with a lot of experience certainly is.
To this point, offense has been the biggest obstacle. The

Tigers just havent found a way to be more productive on
the offensive end. This team has athleticism, and thats
what needs to fuel this offense as the second half of the
season approaches. However, the encouraging thing to
see is that this team has tasted some success through the
Photos by: Kathryn Schauberger
PROSPERITY POINTS
FOR FINANCIAL NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS

Happy 2016! If you are like most people,
you have created several New Years
resolutions, and at least one of them
involves money. However, the odds
arent in your favor. Few resolutions are
still being pursued by May. However, I
want you to make progress toward your
financial resolutions through December.
Here are a few tips to help your succeed.
Create concrete resolutions. Vague
goals like, I want to save more
money, never give you a sense of
accomplishment because its hard to
tell when you have been successful. Instead, try to save a specific
amount each month.
Create reasonable resolutions. If you are saving nothing right
now, you probably wont be able to save $500 a month. Set your
goal lower, and then, actually achieve it.
Break large resolutions into smaller pieces. If you have a major
goal for the year, try to achieve 1/12 of it each month.
Resolve to take full advantage of any employer contributions to
your retirement account. If the employer matches your contributions, try to maximize the match.
Resolve not to give up. Maybe in May, you realize you arent
reaching your financial resolutions. Dont quit! Just start again in
June like its January 1st.
A New Year is a great time to review your financial life and create a
plan for achieving your goals. A year from now, you will be glad you
did.
Be Prosperous!
Peggy Doviak, Ph.D., CFP
The Fine Print: This article is educational, not investment advice. Investing is risky, and you can
lose money. Talk to your financial team about any strategies before you implement them.
Bennie Owen
Coach Among Coaches
By: Jeff Provine
Although the stadium is officially another name, many fans still refer to the playing surface as Owen Field.
With another season of college football

behind us, it comes time to reflect on
our past. Many will think of the best and
worst moments of 2015, while others will
go back to glorious times long ago, such
as the coaching career of the famous
Benjamin Gilbert Bennie Owen.
tackle and the spinner moves to escape

it. After years of riding horseback on his
mare, Beauty, into town to play, Owen
headed to the University of Kansas, where
he would become senior quarterback of
the undefeated 1899 team under coach
Fielding Yost.
Owen began playing football in the 1890s,

when the forward pass was experimental
and the flying wedge mowed down
opposing players before being banned.
It was a tough position for a short kid
weighing all of 126 pounds. In his book
Oklahoma Kickoff, Harold Keith described
young Owen as a nubbin who had
boundless pluck and self-reliance. He
had apprenticed himself to a doctor as
a teenager to study medicine, but Owen
gave it up when he heard of football
being played in Arkansas City, Kansas,
near where his family farmed. Owen
was hooked on the game, especially the
Bennie Owen had nearly played against

OU that December, but the game was
canceled as Kansas disbanded its varsity
team and let Yosts contract expire.
Although Owens time playing had been
cut short, he was soon back on the field,
now as a coach himself. He began at
Washburn University in Topeka, followed
Yost to Michigan and then settled at
Bethany College for two seasons. There
he formed the Terrible Swedes team
known for their strength, speed and
clean gamesmanship. Entire games
would pass without a penalty called on
them. Bethany was also known for its
vivacious supporters, who shouted chants

in Swedish so loud and confusing that
even the opposing band stopped openmouthed to listen. When Bethany met
OU in the last game of 1904, the Terrible
Swedes trounced them 36 to 9.
When preparations for the 1905 season
began, OU was looking for a new coach.
Professor Vernon Parrington, who had
served as the first faculty football coach.
He recommended that President Boyd
try to hire Owen away from Bethany. It
wasnt much pay, just $900 for the year,
but the promise of a growing program
made Owen readily accept. Pittsburg
University, which had a winning season
built from headhunting Owens Swedes,
tried to get Owen as well. Still, the spirit
of a frontiersman drove Owen to Norman,
where he could build something great.
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Owen started his new teams season

strong. The first game was against
Edmonds Normal School, which would
become the University of Central
Oklahoma. OU won in a shut-out victory,
28 to 0. The next game was against the
Haskell Indian Nations team, so revered
that they were dubbed the Powerhouse
of the West for decades. Haskell took an
early lead, which only made Owens crew
work all the harder. Foul play became
rampant, and fistfights broke out regularly
in the second half. OUs Bill Cross won the
game, reportedly dragging a defender
who held him by the ears all the way to
the end zone. Although the rest of the
season was mixed, Owen did deliver the
first-ever victory over the Longhorns from
Texas, with at score of just 2 to 0.
Owens career continued strong at OUs
Boyd Field, which was replaced by a
stadium named in Owens honor in 1923,
yet the university very nearly lost him
in October of 1907. Owen went quail
hunting in Chickasaw Nation, just a quick
jaunt out before afternoon practice. On
the return trip, one of the dogs jumped
out of the buggy, and Owen leaned over to
catch it. His gun discharged in the chaos,
and shot hit him in the left arm just below
the shoulder. Blood poured from the
wound, but his hunting companion John
Barbour managed to save his life with a
tourniquet made from a handkerchief.
The damage to his arm, however, meant it
had to be amputated. Owens response to
his mournful visitors was giving a grin and
asking, What do you think of a dub whod
shoot his own arm off? Some say that his
use of a single arm led to the invention of
the three-point stance However, it was
more likely the work of legendary coach
Pop Warner, but Owen would appreciate
the joke.
Even though Owens life was safe, his
position later came into jeopardy. During
the tenure of President Brooks, the state
legislature balked at the idea of a onearmed coach getting a $3,500 salary. They
voted to fire him, but as soon as Brooks
received notice, he dashed up to the
capitol and fought for it to be rescinded.
The politics happened so fast that Owen
didnt find out about his firing and rehiring
until a week later.
Owen continued his career at OU until
retiring in 1926 after 21 years of service to
football, the longest of any Sooner football
coach. He had taken a program that was
Even though he has long since left the university, Parrington still looks out over its halls through classic
university pictures.
Full of confidence, the statue of Bennie Owen still watches over the stadium and practice field.
hundreds of dollars in debt and turned

it into a prized part of Norman culture.
Even after retirement, Owen wasnt done
with the University. He roused support
both locally and nationally to make
something useful out of the empty lot
on the floodplain east of the stadium.
The resulting WPA project turned it into
a nine-hole golf course complete with
a dammed pond as a water hazard and
stone bridges. It was named Brandt Park,
or, as many Normanites know it today, the
Duck Pond.
It is difficult to determine how to venerate

Bennie Owen properly. Perhaps it is
done best at the College Football Hall
of Fame, where Owen was inducted in
the inaugural class in 1951 alongside the
likes of Pop Warner and his own mentor
Fielding Yost. There the spirits of the past
and the fans of today congregate to think
of what had been, although Owen himself
would cheer us on to ponder what is yet
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Eternal Lines:
The First Folio in Norman

By: Grant Schatzman
With William Shakespeares 400th

death-day approaching, the Sam Noble
Museum, the College of Arts and Sciences
and the OU Libraries are buzzing a little
louder than usual this January as they
prepare for a one-of-a-kind Shakespeare
exhibit. English Professor Dr. Kenneth
Hodges, who has been hosting witty Q &
As on Twitter and Reddit to answer any
odd questions about the Bard, kindly
agreed to fill us in on this months special
exhibition: The First Folio! The Book that
Gave Us Shakespeare.
From Jan. 4 through Jan. 30, an original
First Folio from the Folger Shakespeare
Library in Washington, D.C. is taking
up residence in the Sam Noblea
tremendous honor for the museum and
the university, according to Dr. Hodges.
In a gesture of generosity, the Sam Noble
Museum is inviting visitors to come free of
charge to view the exhibit.
Apart from just being exceptionally old,
the First Folio offers a rare, time-turning
glimpse into Shakespeares world. Heres
how it came about: In 1623, seven years
after Shakespeare died, two friends from
his acting company gathered up his plays
and printed them, for the first time ever,
in one monumental folio volume. A folio,
in printers terminology, is a book where
the pages have only been folded over
once, making it twice as large as the more
common cuarto and much larger than the
pocket-sized octavoa book for hardwood shelves and sitting-room displays.
The Folios size was a sign of high regard
for Shakespeares work and a prediction
that his plays would weather the passage
of many years.
centuries of new interpretations, all

angling at an answer to the question,
what might Shakespeare have meant by
that? Every time Shakespeares works are
adapted into a new formwhether its
the newest Hamlet, the classic Lion King
or Shes the Man they become a deeper
part of our own culture.
We hear his words in our everyday
life, as we unconsciously quote him;
we understand politics through him,
Dr. Hodges said. He lets us see not
just answersthose become dated or
discreditedbut questions that people
and societies must again and again try to
answer.
Visit http://cas.ou.edu/first-folio to catch

up on the Twitter and Reddit feeds,
play around with the Shakespearean
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the exhibit. Then, head over to https://
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to discover and digitally browse one of
Shakespeares works in OUs permanent
special collections.
The First Folio on display will give viewers a

chance to step into at least one part of the
interpretive jungle behind Shakespeare.
The book will be open to Hamlets famous
soliloquy, which begins To be or not
to bebut theres a twist. Look at it
closely! Dr. Hodges said. The speech
we know is a hybrid between the second
quarto and the [First] Folio, so the Folio
wont be exactly what you remember.
Today, eighteen of Shakespeares plays

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including favorites like Macbeth and
Twelfth Night. The maze of clever
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By: Jenna Smith
Unheard started as a group of friends sitting around a table

discussing changes they wanted to see in the community at the
University of Oklahoma. A few short months after making a list
of those changes in the fall of 2014, this group of OU students
became an alliance dedicated to reforming and addressing the
issues of black students at the university.
Since then, both the Norman community and the University
have shown their support for what the group has accomplished
over the past months. In the fall, the movement was selected as
one of the six recipients of the Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher Diversity
Awards due to their efforts to promote racial inclusivity on
campus. The awards are given to individuals and groups who
have demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion
initiatives.
Unheard has heard mostly positive responses for highlighting
diversity on campus. Spencer Davis, a chemical engineering
senior and co-founding member of Unheard has received a lot
of positive feedback from diverse members of the community
on campus.
Some people see me as an activist, but I dont see myself as an
activist whatsoever, said Davis. I see myself as a student.
Unheard has been a major impact on not only the campus but
its members as well. Meagan Johnson, a mechanical engineering
senior and co-founding member of Unheard is proud of her
contributions to the movement.
collaboration of historically black Greek lettered organizations,

with Davis serving as the president of his fraternity, Phi Beta
Sigma, and Johnson serving as the financial secretary for her
sorority, Delta Sigma Theta. They also are both active members
of the Black Student Association.
Unheard wrote a letter within a couple of months detailing the
issues of black students on campus. The letter was sent out to all
of the deans, faculty and staff at the university in January. Some
of the issues that the alliance seeks to address are deficiencies
in retention rates among black students, black faculty outside
of the African American Studies Department and supportive
programs for black students.
The alliance has seen progress regarding the development
programs for diverse students. Unheards letter addressed how
other colleges should imitate the Multicultural Engineering
Program within the college of engineering. There have been
other colleges starting to implement diverse and inclusive
programs for minority students. For example, the College of
Arts and Sciences has appointed the new position of founding
director of student development and community to increase
diversity.
In the future, Unheard will continue to focus on the issues black
students are facing.
Were making sure everything is being addressed by David
Boren but we realize it doesnt happen overnight, said Johnson.
I decided that Unheard was something I was meant to do, said

Johnson Its important to lead OU to a better place.
Unheard is continuing to push for further progress but they

know it will be a long road.
Aside from their involvement with Unheard, both Davis and

Johnson are highly engaged in campus life. They are both
executive members of the National Society of Black Engineers
with Davis as the president and Johnson as vice president. They
are also both members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, a
Weve seen improvement and we know weve done good but

we know we can do better, said Davis.
OUr Mental Health

By: Grant K. Schatzman
The holidays are over, and were pressing onward into the New
Year with post-its on our mirrors and reminders on our phones
to put our personal goals back on track. For many students at the
University of Oklahoma, this means stepping back and thinking
seriously about mental health. The new student group OUr
Mental Health has become an epicenter of positive change and
stigma-free vibes for mental health in our community.
For some, mental health might sound like a distant issue, but
lets look at the odds. About 1 in 5 adults in America experience
a mental illness, and every year, more than 60% of them dont
get help. Those numbers arent any lower for teenagers, either,
and oftentimes mental health issues are compounded in college.
The good news is, its not a secret, and nobody is alone. The past
couple of months have seen sweeping change on OU campus,
with social stigmas starting to dissolve as students and campus
leaders begin to speak up and share their personal struggles with
mental health. At the forefront of this effort is mental health
advocacy group OUr Mental Health. I had the chance to talk
to Pre-Med and Spanish major Auston Steifer, who is also the
groups events coordinator.
Our most direct goal is just to be mental health advocates,
creating a dialogue with students, Steifer said. Frankly, our goal
is to make sure those voices are heard.
to be uncertain. Most of the time, we dont fully understand our

feelings, but it helps to have someone validate them.
I feel like one of the most dangerous things to fall into is feelings
of isolation. That youre alone. That what youre feeling isnt
natural, Steifer said. To those struggling, he urged, Youre not
alone. Please reach out to people, and find the people who want
to help you.
While sometimes the best encouragement can come from
friends and family, there are other resources available in the
city and online. Nami.org provides great insights what mental
illness looks like and how to live stigma-free. You can find honest,
first-hand accounts of OU students struggles with depression,
anxiety, and eating disorders at www.oudaily.com/opinion. For
students, theres always the opportunity to talk to a professional:
OUs Goddard Health Services offers $10 counselling sessions.
Then there are groups like OUr Mental Health, full of people like
Steifer who are always there and waiting to talk. The reality is,
mental health issues arent going to disappearbut neither are
we. As the student movement grows, well be taking a closer
look at the groups progress, changes on campus, and how to reconceptualize mental health. Heres to an (actually) happy New
Year.
A lot of the time, making voices heard just means being there
to listen. One of the hardest things about dealing with mental
illness can be the sense that your feelings are abnormal or
unfounded. Even to a close friend, it can be an uncomfortable
topic to bring up.
The best thing you can do if youre concerned for someone is
absolutely, always ask. Saying something like, Do you think you
might have a problem with? leaves it open for the other person
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By: Stefanie Brickman
There are plenty of things to do in Norman in January! Make sure you make plans to take
part in the wonderful things Norman has to offer. Here are the musts:
1. Jan. 30: 34th Annual Chocolate Festival. The Firehouse Art Centers annual fundraiser takes place
at the Marriott Conference Center at NCED from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ticket holders will be able to
sample some of the best chocolate in Norman. Tickets are available online at normanfirehouse.com,
by calling 329-4523 or at the Firehouse Art Center, located at 444 S. Flood.
2. Jan. 4-30: Shakespeares First Folio at Sam Noble Museum, 2401 Chautauqua. Throughout 2016,
First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare will tour all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C. and
Puerto Rico to commemorate the 400-year milestone of William Shakespeares 1616 passing.
Oklahoma is the first stop on the tour! Museum-goers will be able to see this monumental text open
to one of the most quoted lines in the world: To be or not to be, from Hamlet.
3. Throughout January: Immortales: The Hall of Emperors of the Capitoline Museums, Rome at the
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Avenue. Originally scheduled to depart Norman last month,
the popularity of the exhibit extended its stay, now open through Feb. 14.
4. Jan. 28-31: Young Choreographers Showcase. Imaginative student choreographers from The
University of Oklahomas School of Dance create a production of dynamic and exciting dance works
from classic to contemporary in collaboration with talented student lighting designers from the
Helmerich School of Drama.
5. Opening Jan. 21: Galileos World: An Artful Observation of the Cosmos, Fred Jones Jr. Museum of
Art. Galileos World is a year-long exhibit taking place at multiple locations on three University of
Oklahoma campuses to celebrate the universitys 125th anniversary. The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art
will exhibit the newest piece of the massive project beginning in January with an opening reception
at 6 p.m. on Jan. 21. Princeton Universitys Dr. Eileen Reeves will discuss Galileos relationship to art,
literature and the history of science.
VisitNorman.com has the details about these events and more.

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Although we were at a steakhouse, I ordered the Turkey Burger
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