1 EE Vol. 5 Issue 7 Editor: Susan Williams Week of February 19, 2020 Community Acvies Coordinator OKLAHOMA MUSICIAN/ SONG WRITER SUSAN HERNDON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST 7:00 PM GRAND BALLROOM Playing around 200 gigs a year for more than a decade, Susan Herndon has retained that true troubadour’s ethos, sharing her passion for song and srring thousands of kindred spirits throughout Oklahoma, Texas, the American heartland, and in Europe. Born in St Louis, raised in Tulsa, she earned several degrees including one in French. She traveled and sang throughout the south of France for many years, and while in that Gallic state of mind, she began her musical odyssey in the most humble – and purest – of ways: busking for francs on the busy streets of Pau deep within the Pyrenees. It was there and on other thoroughfares throughout Europe that Herndon honed the skills and presence needed of a dedicated working musician and an immediately engaging entertainer. “Music really is our universal language,” says Herndon today. “And I do believe that good songs – in any language – can truly touch souls. I know they have saved my life on numerous occasions." Herndon’s music has been termed ‘blues,’ ‘country,’ ‘indie rock,’ ‘jazz’ and ‘pop.’ One moment she’s covering a Dylan classic in French with delicate fingerpicking on her guitar and the next may find her sing at a keyboard paying homage to any number of fellow Oklahoma songsmiths, such as Woody Guthrie, Jimmy Webb, Leon Russell or J.J. Cale. All in an inspired style uniquely Herndonesque. hp://www.susanherndon.com/home.html hps://epworthvilla.org/communitylife/resident-calendar/ EDITION HIGHLIGHTS: (click on event to go to that page) Grandfriends coming…..…...….....3 IL Lunch Out………….…….…..…..….4 ‘Ole Time Gospel Hour’…............7 OK Symphonic Band…...…......…..8 Mardi Gras Party……..………....….10 Veteran Informaon Meeng....13
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Vol. 5 Issue 7 Editor: Susan Williams Week of February 19, 2020 Community Activities Coordinator
OKLAHOMA MUSICIAN/SONG WRITER
SUSAN HERNDON
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST
7:00 PM
GRAND BALLROOM
Playing around 200 gigs a year for more than a decade, Susan Herndon has retained that true troubadour’s ethos, sharing her passion for song and stirring thousands of kindred spirits throughout Oklahoma, Texas, the American heartland, and in Europe.
Born in St Louis, raised in Tulsa, she earned several degrees including one in French. She traveled and sang throughout the south of France for many years, and
while in that Gallic state of mind, she began her musical odyssey in the most humble – and purest – of ways: busking for francs on the busy streets of Pau deep within the Pyrenees.
It was there and on other thoroughfares throughout Europe that Herndon honed the skills and presence needed of a dedicated working musician and an immediately engaging entertainer. “Music really is our universal language,” says Herndon today. “And I do believe that good songs – in any language – can truly touch souls. I know they have saved my life on numerous occasions."
Herndon’s music has been termed ‘blues,’ ‘country,’ ‘indie rock,’ ‘jazz’ and ‘pop.’ One moment she’s covering a Dylan classic in French with delicate fingerpicking on her guitar and the next may find her sitting at a keyboard paying homage to any number of fellow Oklahoma songsmiths, such as Woody Guthrie, Jimmy Webb, Leon Russell or J.J. Cale. All in an inspired style uniquely Herndonesque.
Winter Film Festival: Meryl Streep’s Greatest Roles
FEBRUARY 16th – 21St 2:00 PM EVERYDAY
EPWORTH VILLA THEATER
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16th -- Julie and Julia
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17th -- The Bridges of Madison County
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th -- The Post
*WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19th -- Postcard from the Edges
*THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20th -- Music of the Heart
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21st -- The Iron Lady *THERE WILL ALSO BE A 7:00 PM SHOWING ON THESE DAYS
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OUR GRAND FRIENDS FROM
QUAIL SPRINGS UMC
WILL BE HERE TO SING
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH
STARTING AT 10:00 AM IN THE
COFFEE LOUNGE
Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays
starting February 17th from
12:00 pm-12:30 pm in the
Wellness Classroom for the
‘Body Groove’ dance workout that is low
impact, low stress and loads of fun!
Bring a friend!
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“PIANO MAN” GARY JOHNSON
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH
3:00 PM
JOE WHITE LIVING ROOM
IL LUNCH OUT
BIRRA BIRRA PIZZERIA
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
LEAVE @ 11:15 AM
Located on the east side of the pond in Chisholm Creek, Birra Birra is your ultra modern Brunch, Lunch & Dinner destination for every occasion. From unique Wood-Fired Craft Pizza Recipes to Beth’s Vegan Bolognese, their menu offers something for everyone! If you would like to go with us, please sign up in the ‘Count Me In’ book. There will be a transportation cost of $5.00 and residents will pay for their own lunch.
Visit https://birrabirrapizzeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ Birra.Menu_.8.13.19.outlined.pdf for the menu.
COFFEE WITH THE CEO
Enjoy coffee with CEO Ron Kelly on Thursday, FEBRUARY 20TH starting at 10:00 am in the Coffee Lounge. These coffees are held every Thursday to give residents an opportunity to chat in an informal setting.
INFANT CRISIS STILL NEEDS YOUR SACKS
Infant Crisis is still in need of large paper grocery bags and plastic grocery sacks. Please make certain they are clean, as they may be used for clothing items.
The bin is located in the garage near the Red Bud Dining room. Please no other items. Infant Crisis is very appreciative of these items.
Purpose Statement: To awaken to the fact that true holiness
seeks justice.
VESPERS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
3:30 PM
BRILL CHAPEL
Vespers speaker will be Rev. Joe Meinhart, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice & Sociology at Oklahoma City University.
Music by the Villa Voices: “The Gift to be Simple”
VESPERS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH
3:30 PM
BRILL CHAPEL
Vespers speaker will be Rev. Jeff Stewart, Senior Associate Pastor at Crossings Community Church, Oklahoma City.
Music by the Villa Voices: “Behold the Love”
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If you would like to attend the Symphonic Band Concert, please sign up in the ’Count Me In’ book at the desk BY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD.
We will leave Epworth at 6:30 pm.
The concert is FREE, transportation will be $5.00 per person. We need 8 persons signed up in order to take the bus.
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INQUIRING MINDS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH
7:14PM
WELLNESS CENTER
A PORTRAIT OF NEW ZEALAND
Mona Mae Waymier, Moderator
You will see spectacular scenery and the culture which gave us a local hero, Stephen Adams. New Zealand is a great vacation spot for people all over the world from miles of great
beaches to snowcapped mountains. It is referred to as the Alps of the Pacific. If you are a big fisherman it has some of the best fishing in the world. See you way down under.
ART NEWS ART CORNER (Second Floor above the Library)
Here at Epworth Villa, residents have space for all to participate in needle work, crafts and arts of all mediums
(oil, acrylics, water color, etc.).
Come enjoy the amazing state of creativity on Tuesdays at 2:30 pm in the Art Corner. Residents meet, talk art, have a teaching session and work in the art medium of their choice.
Needlework Group
Interested in meeting with friends and engaging in energizing conversation? THEN WE’RE THE GROUP FOR YOU!! We meet on Thursdays from 1:00—3:00 pm in the Art Corner on the second floor, above the lobby.
As always, the Art Corner is available for anyone to use for their own enjoyment.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE REQUEST
Do you have a necklace, bracelet or earrings you are tired of or don’t have anything to go with them? The Scholarship Committee would like to have them for their Grab Bag during their fundraising campaign later this summer. Just bag or box them up and place in in-house Box #286. This has been a very popular activity and we will appreciate any help. Any kind of costume jewelry would be welcome.
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NOTE: The Epworth Villa swimming POOL will be CLOSED from
9:00 am— 11:00 am February 24th through 28th.
HEARINGLIFE IS OFFERING
FREE HEARING SCREENINGS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH
2:00 - 5:00 PM SOUTH CLASSROOM
If you are interested in getting a FREE hearing screening in addition to HearingLife’s normal monthly offerings of hearing aid checks, PLEASE SING UP IN THE ’COUNT ME IN BOOK’ BY Monday, February 24th at Noon.
Technicians from Smith Medical will be here in the Joe White Living Room on Tuesday, FEBRUARY 25TH beginning at 11:00 am to look at walkers and
scooters for problems you may be having FREE of charge. If they find something that they cannot repair or fix while here, there may be a small charge for parts and to possibly take it back to their shop in Edmond.
So, if you are having trouble, just stop by the Joe White Living Room (NO NEED TO SIGN UP) starting at 11:00 am to visit with them. For more information visit: http://smithmedicalequipmentokc.com
LET’S CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS!!!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH
2:00 - 3:00 PM
COFFEE LOUNGE
Come on out for a good ole’ time on Tuesday, February 25th in the Coffee Lounge as we celebrate Mardi Gras at Epworth Villa!! There will be food and a whole lot of socializing with your neighbors. Everyone who attends will get a mask and some beads to get them in the spirit!! So don’t be a party pooper, if you can’t get to New Orleans, why not let us bring New Orleans to YOU!!!
The Holiday Gift Committee in February? The Epworth staff assists us every day, but due to Oklahoma State law, we are unable individually to monetarily thank our extra special personnel. Just one example of the special services we receive occurred on the first of February. One resident’s refrigerator ceased to operate properly. First, she noted that the icemaker was not
forming ice cubes. Later that day, she noticed that the items in her freezer were becoming warm. After church on Sunday, she reported this to the front desk. An Epworth maintenance person came in from home. He was unable to repair the refrigerator, but he placed all the freezer items in the freezer in an adjoining apartment. The next day, early Monday morning, two more maintenance employees arrived. They agreed that this appliance needed to be replaced They placed the refrigerator items in the adjoining apartment, and ordered a new refrigerator. On Tuesday, the new appliance was placed in the apartment and the food items were placed in the new refrigerator. All four employees mentioned worked quickly with pleasant demeanors. On February 12, the first of four self-addressed envelopes, with an explanation letter, was placed in your in-house mailbox to give a monetary donation to the Holiday Gift Committee. During the Children’s Christmas Party in December, each of our employees will be given a monetary thank-you gift. Last year, 97% of the Independent Living residents participated; this year our goal is 100% participation. Thank you for helping us.
The Holiday Gift Committee
WRITE GROUP
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
1:00 PM
NORTH CLASSROOM
The Write Group will meet Friday, February 28th, at 1 p.m. in the North Classroom.
Professor Rob Roensch of Oklahoma City University will be meeting with us. The Write Group is for those who like to write and/or enjoy listening to what others have written. It is not only a time to hone our writing skills but to develop new friendships and share our stories.
Newcomers and visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Burrel M. at 254-3846.
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BINGO WITH BILL FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH 7:15 PM REDBUD ROOM
OKLAHOMA SENIORS’ CABARET
MONDAY, MARCH 2ND
2:00 PM
GRAND BALLROOM
Founded by Joan Colee, a renowned vocal instructor and performer. She has
performed in some of the world’s greatest theaters from Ireland to the Los Angeles.
While living in L.A. many famous Hollywood
celebrities studied under her. Joan’s passion and
positive concern for seniors who need to stay
mobile and healthy, started the creative fire
burning.
Come join some of these talented and creative
seniors for an afternoon laced with laughter,
tears, dance and song, as the senior performers
bring back the music of the great artists such as
Jeanette McDonald, Jim Reeves, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Rosemary Clooney, Jerry Lee
Lewis, Willie Nelson and many others.
WALGREENS SENIOR DAY SHOPPING TRIP
TUESDAY, MARCH 3RD LEAVE @ 10:00 AM
FEBRUARY SENIOR DAY is TUESDAY, MARCH 3RD so we will be heading to Walgreens for our monthly trip. If you are interested in going, please sign up in the ‘Count Me In’ book.
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ATTENTION VETERANS AND SPOUSES OF VETERANS
On Tuesday, March 3rd from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, a Veterans Aide
from United States Senator Lankford’s office, a Veterans
Representative from the Veterans Administration, and the
Regional American Legion Adjutant will be in the Grand
Ballroom.
The meeting will let you know about benefits, including new benefits, available to
veterans and their spouses and how to qualify for them. They will also be speaking
about future proposed plans.
If you need assistance with a claim, getting records, or medals and certificates
from the Senator’s office you will need to fill out a 2-page privacy form. The form
is available from Elizabeth Newell or Susan Williams. The Senator’s office will then
be able to gather your records. The Senator’s Aide can help you with getting
records, medals or awards that you have received but might no longer possess.
Having a copy of your DD214 is especially helpful to the Aide.
If you have already signed up for VA benefits in the past and want updated
information on benefits, that will be available also. Benefits have been updated
and improved recently.
We are proud of your service record. I was proud to find that we have 72 Veterans
at Epworth Villa and 7 widows that kept the home fires burning. Though sometimes
men and women are resistant to signing up for the benefits, remember you may be
the only voice for one who can no longer speak. There is a sign in Granite at the
Veterans hospital in Muskogee that says, “The Price of Freedom is Visible Here”
and it is!
If you have any questions, call Elizabeth Newell or Chaplain Marsha Purtell.
Thank you!
Chaplain Marsha Purtell
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WHIZ KIDS REPRESENTATIVE HERE TUESDAY, MARCH 3RD 11:30 AM — 1:30 PM COFFEE LOUNGE
Have you had the privilege of experiencing the
impact of mentorship? If you have ever been on the giving or the receiving end of
this, chances are you too are an advocate for special, lasting relationships like these!
Do you have just two free hours a week that you would like to use to give back into
your community? If so, Whiz Kids would love nothing more than to have you on the
team! We are a one- on-one literacy tutoring and faith-based mentorship program.
Whiz Kids targets students who are reading below grade level and who could benefit
most from a loving and caring adult. Taylor West, Whiz Kids Volunteer Coordinator
will be here on March 3rd to chat with you one on one. If transportation is an issue,
let us help you make it work! For more information visit https://whizkidsok.org .
RESIDENT COUNCIL
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4TH
10:00 AM
BOB MEDLEY GRAND BALLROOM
It is time once again for all Floor and Cottage Representatives, Standing Committee Chairmen and Interest Group Appointees to attend the monthly Resident Council Meeting. As a reminder, please come prepared to give your report and provide a written copy to the secretary to assure that an accurate account will appear in the Council minutes.
Thanks to all of you who are resident volunteers in the above mentioned positions. You make our Resident Association possible and successful.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4TH
2:00 PM
BOB MEDLEY GRAND BALLROOM
The next To The Point meeting will be held on Wednesday, MARCH 4TH, at 2:00 pm in the Bob Medley Grand Ballroom. The meeting will be broadcast live on EVTV Channel 1960 and re-played that evening at 7:00 pm on EVTV Channel 1960.
The Redbud Room is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays
from 4:45pm to 7:00pm.
The Bistro is open on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and
Saturday 11:00am to 7:00pm.
This change in the dining venue schedule will remain in effect until the
week of March 2, 2020.
DO YOU LIKE TO PLAY SCRABBLE?
DID YOU KNOW THAT EPWORTH VILLA HAS A SCRABBLE CLUB?
The Epworth Scrabble Group meets on
Mondays at 2:30PM on 1 South Lounge.
Everyone is welcome to join the group; no
experience is needed. Residents can contact
Jimette M. at 623-3759 or Cathy N. at
254-5113 with questions.
ATTENTION CREATIVE RESIDENTS
Spring is around the corner and we in the Art Corner are
preparing for our THIRD BI-ANNUAL ART SHOW to be held
here at Epworth Villa in the first week of June. This is an
opportunity to show your creations. The items we accept
have to be made by residents or staff, either in the past or
recently.
Examples may be items from wood, metal, glass or clay, knitting, crochet, quilts,
cross stitch, needle point, drawings, paintings, etc. The show is very popular and many
residents and visitors will see your creations. More details will be in coming Happen-
ings, but for now get started for a spectacular art show!
For questions call Sonja V. at 751-1147.
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NOTE TO ALL EPWORTH VILLA
RESIDENTS, STAFF AND VISITORS:
PLEASE, if you have any flu like
symptoms, or are sick in any other
way, stay away from ALL activities,
appointments and AWAY from other
residents. We do not want you to
share your germs with others.
SAVE A TREE!!
If you want to save a tree, raise your hand. Want to know how??? If you have a computer or smart phone and get email, you
can receive the Happenings by email weekly.
Help save time, paper and thus the world by opting into this option by letting Michele at the front desk know and she will add you to the distribution list.
Thank you to those who already receive the Happenings by email. You ROCK!!
DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR
iPHONE OR COMPUTER???
If so, volunteer Jonah Clark, son of Kevin Clark, is coming
to Epworth on WEDNESDAYS to help anyone wanting one-on-one assistance in their apartment. If you are interested, please sign up in the ’Count Me In’ book at the drivers’ desk. You will need to put your name, apartment number and a phone number, so he can get in contact with you. He will ONLY take two people each Wednesday; one at 3:30 pm and one at 4:30 pm.
** IF YOU MUST CANCEL AFTER SIGNING UP, PLEASE DO SO 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE BY CALLING KEVIN CLARK AT 749-3519.**
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SPECIAL SATURDAY
MATINEE MOVIE (Shown in the 2nd Floor Theater) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND 10:00 am, 2:00 pm, 4:15 pm & 7:00pm
2020 ACADEMY AWARD
BEST PICTURE
PARASITE Because of the need to read the English subtitles, a limit of 10 Residents Per Showing. Chairs will be moved to improve viewing. Sign up in the ‘Count Me In’ book at the Drivers Desk for the showing you would like to attend.
Language Korean, Subtitles English
RATINGS: R 16+ Language, Violence
RUN TIME: 2hr 12min
EVTV MOVIE WILL BE SHOWN
On EVTV Channel 1960
SAT. 7:00 PM AND
WED. 8:00 PM
SAT., FEBRUARY 22ND AND
WED., FEBRUARY 26TH
MANCHESTER BY THE SEA The quiet and ruthless janitor and handyman Lee Chandler is summoned by George, who is a family friend, to go to Manchester since his older brother Joe Chandler has had a heart attack and is in a hospital. When Lee arrives, Joe has just died and Lee makes arrangements for the funeral with George. Lee then goes to find his sixteen year-old nephew Patrick at hockey training to tell him the news. They go to the morgue and then they head to Joe's lawyer to learn his will. Lee is surprised that Joe has assigned him to be Patrick's guardian. He is reluctant and doesn’t want to stay in Manchester. However, Patrick also does not want to go to his alcoholic mother Elise’s home. Lee decides to bring Patrick with him to Quincy. However, the teenager does not want to leave his life in Manchester. While planning Joe's burial and funeral, Lee is haunted by his past in Manchester, where he happily lived with his wife Randi and three children until the day a tragedy happened with his family. What will be his final decision be?
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WOMEN’S COFFEE
SHARI CARNEY AS ALICE ROOSEVELT
JAZZ COMBO
THANK YOU
We had a great celebration of my 90th birthday last Saturday afternoon. All our immediate family were there as well as many of our Epworth Villa friends. Thanks so much for coming, I really appreciated all your best wishes.
Ed Diekmann
EPWORTH VILLA HAPPENINGS IN PICTURES
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Epworth Villa Weekly Activities Week of February 19, 2020 through February 26, 2020
Wednesday February 19
8:30 a.m. 9:00 9:45
Leave @ 10:00
10:00 12:00 p.m.
1:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 7:00 8:00
Catholic Communion – Brill Chapel Flex and Stretch – Wellness Center Limber Up – Wellness Studio Grocery Shopping – Walmart Market/Natural Grocers/Braum’s Grandfriends Here to Sing – Coffee Lounge Body Groove Dance – Wellness Classroom Tai Chi – Wellness Classroom Small Group Strength – Wellness Center Winter Film Festival – Theater Piano Man Gary Johnson – Joe White Living Room Movie (Replay) - Theater Movie Night (Replay EVTV Channel 1960)
Thursday February 20
9:00 a.m. 10:00 10:45
Leave @ 11:15 1:00 p.m.
1:00 1:30 2:00 2:00 3:30 7:00 7:00
Water Exercise – Pool Coffee with the CEO – Coffee Lounge Chair Yoga – Wellness Classroom IL Lunch Out to Birra Birra Pizzeria Needlework Group – Art Corner Caregiver Support Group – Joe White Living Room Balance & Reactive – Wellness Classroom Winter Film Festival - Theater Personal Fitness – Wellness Center Vespers Service – Brill Chapel Vespers REPLAY – EVTV Channel 1960 Movie (Replay) - Theater
Friday February 21
9:00 a.m. 9:30
Leave @ 10:00 10:30
1:00 p.m. 2:00 2:00 7:00
Flex and Stretch – Wellness Center Line Dancing – Wellness Studio Shopping – Riders Choice Fitness Level 2 – Wellness Classroom Small Group Fitness – Wellness Center Game Time – Recreation Center Winter Film Festival – Theater Susan Herndon – Grand Ballroom
Saturday February 22
9:00 a.m. 10:00 10:45
10:00, 2:00, 4:15 & 7:00
7:00 p.m.
Tai Chi w/Kathy Plummer – Wellness Studio Flex and Stretch - Wellness Center Chair Yoga – Wellness Center Matinee Movie in the Theater (Sign up in the ‘Count Me In’ book for a time slot) Movie Night – EVTV CHANNEL 1960
Sunday February 23
9:00 a.m. 10:50
4:30 p.m.
Sunday School – Brill Chapel St. Luke’s Live Stream – Brill Chapel ‘Ole Time Gospel Hour’ with Gathan Graham – Brill Chapel
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Business Hours for Services Available at Epworth Villa
Monday February 24
9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 9:00 9:30
10:15 10:45
12:00 p.m. 1:00 1:00 2:00 7:14
POOL CLOSED Flex and Stretch – Wellness Classroom Line Dancing – Wellness Studio Limber Up – Wellness Studio Learn the Exercise Machines – Wellness Center Body Groove Dance – Wellness Classroom Golden Swans – Wellness Studio Small Group Strength – Wellness Center Parkinson’s Exercise Class – Wellness Classroom Inquiring Minds – Wellness Classroom
Tuesday February 25
9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Leave @ 9:30
10:45 11:00
12:15 p.m. 1:30 2:00 2:00
2:00 – 5:00
2:30 Leave @ 6:30
POOL CLOSED Reading Mentors to Britton Elem Chair Yoga – Wellness Classroom Smith Medical– Joe White Living Room Nutrition Guidance – Wellness Classroom Balance & Reactive Training – Wellness Classroom Personal Training – Wellness Center Mardi Gras Party – Coffee Lounge FREE Hearing Screenings by HearingLife – South Classroom Art Group – Art Corner Oklahoma Symphonic Band
Wednesday February 26
8:30 a.m. 9:00 – 11:00
9:00 9:45
Leave @ 10:00 12:00 p.m.
1:00 1:00 8:00
Catholic Communion – Brill Chapel POOL CLOSED Flex and Stretch – Wellness Center Limber Up – Wellness Studio Grocery Shopping--CREST Body Groove Dance – Wellness Classroom Tai Chi – Wellness Classroom Small Group Strength – Wellness Center Movie Night (Replay EVTV Channel 1960)
M – F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Mercy Clinic is Open
M, W, F 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. BancFirst is Open
M - F 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Market is Open
M – F 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thrifty Pharmacy is Open
