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Western Oklahoma AE ee, SATURDAY, JUNE Weekend Edition Paint the Town Purple Awareness Starts By Sheryl Ponce cost is $20 per person, and those in- 3 p.m., Edward Jones will have an OBI be shopping for a great cause. From tern Lighting Memorial Event where terested should call 580-339-1045 for Blood Drive at 2014 W. 3rd in Elk City. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Gallery @112 in 80 percent of the funds received will Western Oklahoma Alzheimer’s more information. Watch for the sign-up information that Sayre will be hosting an evening of stay locally, and 20 percent will be Collaborative has been planning its ‘The next day, Tues., June 18th, from will be posted. Brown's Grill, The Surf Canvas Painting. Call 580-928-0002 donated to The Longest Day. Contact annual Alzheimer’s awareness and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., there will be Summer Bar, and Okie Balloons and Deco will to reserve a spot. The cost will be $35 RCCT for more information at 580- fundraiser week, called “Paint the Showcase of the Elk City Summer Art also be there. That evening beginning for the painting event. 225-5461, or email them at rect422@ Town Purple” for months, and it Program at Main Street Coffee and at 4 p.m, and running into the night The final night of the week’s long gmail.com. will begin Monday, Jun 17t, and run Café. That evening from 6 p.m. to 8 Friends Pub and Pizza in Canute will be celebration, the Elk City Motorsports Whether going to one event or all through Friday, June 21st. It is in con- pm. AM Creative will host a make hosting an eat and drink for the cause. Park will have “Alzheimer’s Awareness of them, everyone is encouraged to nection with the Alzheimer’s Associa- and take elephant ornament, at a cost From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Canute Fire night where everyone is encouraged wear purple to remind people of Al- tion’ “The Longest Day” on June 20th, of $10 each, along with permanent Dept. is having a Pour Paint event with to wear purple. The gates open at 5 zheimer’s. Whether a family is dealing to “shine a light on the darkness of Al- jewelry provided by The Clover Gypsy. Randi. Call Randi Yow to sign up at p.m., and the races start at 7 p.m. with a diagnosis, or they are currently zheimer's.” This event will take place at Full Blown 580-515- 3109. The cost will be $25. The Red Carpet Community The- the caregivers for their family afflicted On Monday, June 17th, they will be Nutrition. To sign up for the activity ‘Thursday, June 20th, Downtown Elk atre will be presenting their next pro- with the condition, the support from hosting a Bunco Tournament from 6 go to www.amcreative.com/event City participating stores will be open duction of, “Into the Woods” They others remains a priority for the com- p.m. to 8 p.m., at Play on Main. The On Wed., June 19th, from 10 a.m. to until 7 p.m., so the community can will have a Silent Auction and Lan- munity of sufferers, ECHS Senior Seeks Coats, Hats and Gloves for Kids in Eagle Scout Project By Sheryl Ponce Tyler Brooks began his scouting career in third grade when he joined the Cub Scouts. When most of his friends quit, Brooks remained loyal to the traditions and leadership opportunities of the The cast comes together, celebrating happily ever after, organization. Now he is work- ing toward achieving the title RCCT’s ‘Into the Woods’ Performers of Eagle Scout. Brooks project is called Raise the Bar for Community Theatre Coats for Kids, where he is col- lecting coats, hats, and gloves Courtesy photo NFR bull rider Sage Kenzie and to go to children in the com- Tyler Brooks at the Trinity Fellow- By Sheryl Ponce AREVIEW munity. He has been working ship’s Camp of Champions. on the concept and getting the For someone who was not familiar older more experienced actors. ‘The project approved over the past Chamber of Commerce, and with the musical, “Into the Woods,” characters were perfected with their wit, year, and it will come to an end ‘Trinity Church in Sayre. with music and lyrics by Stephen Sodn- on June 26th. There are dona- Brooks has been mentored and the actors’ interpretation of their deim and book by James Lapine, I was roles. tion boxes placed around town by the Scout Master, Dustin not shocked at the amazing talent that at The Link, Eastside Baptist ‘Thomas, throughout the ap- Director Ashley Underwood has has been cast in this fairytale story. I chalked up another stellar production Church, First Baptist Church, plication and approval pro- was drawn into the story, according to United Methodist Church, cess. The requirements to be- the Red Carpet Community Theatre’ for RCCT. Her ability to put together a set design leaves the audience amazed Church of Christ, Yow’s Auto description, of, “a Baker and his wife, at what can be imagined. Additionally, Little Red Ridit Hood played by Cassidy Supply, One Church, Elk City See COATS page 2 who wish to have a child; Cinderella, Crab and the Big Bad Wolf played by Jeff who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; she has brought several actors to the Johnson. production that make up a cast that can and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn stand up to any Oklahoma City or Tulsa that they cannot have a child because of production. a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a jour- I found the entire show moving. I was ney to break the curse, Everyone's wish consistently surprised at the talent and performances of each person on the is granted, but the consequences of their stage. It was an evening that I enjoyed, actions return to haunt them later with and I have made reservations to see it disastrous results.” It was not only the storyline of the again. show, but the seasoned talent that I recommend this show to anyone who wants to not only be entertained, blessed the stage. There are three mar- ried couples involved in the production, but also see the professional perform- ers who are in western Oklahoma. Make which brought additional intrigue to their performances for me. I found they reservations at rect.org for one of the District Attorney Angela Mai .e and Rotarian Rob Stephens following showtimes - Friday, June 14, complemented the other performers as their professional experiences enhanced Saturday, June 15, Sunday, June 16, Friday, June 21, Saturday, June 22, and DA Marsee Goes Over Changes the overall production. Sunday, June 23 ‘The musical talent was inspiring and amazing, especially the younger per- ‘The sponsors are Hutton Inc., Momen- Husband and wife duo, Cinderell by Sierra Duke and Cinderella's in the District with Rotarians formers who stepped up to match the See REVIEW page 2 played by Alex Duke, By Sheryl Ponce about two important issues that will be taking place in District Attorney Angela District 2, which includes Thunder Bay Announces Pool Rules Marsee was Rotarian of the Day Greg Britton’s guest speaker during the regular Beckham, Custer, Ellis, Roger Mills, and Washita Counties. ‘The first announcement she By Sheryl Ponce 7 pam., and Sunday from for two hoursis $50 for two Rotary meeting that was held had was that District Judge Jill 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. There are tables and $5 per swimmer. last Thursday at noon, in the Weedon will be retiring, effec- Summer is in full swing swimming lessons available Most recently, Thunder Elks Lodge. She was accom- tive Oct. 31st. She has about and so is Thunder Bay's for kids over three years old. Bay posted the rules of the panied by her father, Harold two years left on her term. Ackley Park pool. ‘The first The entire pool is not facility. Those rules include Wright who was the former “Because she (Judge week it was opened there available for rent, but the no glass; no bodily fluids in Assistant Majority Floor Lead- Weedon) is retiring before the were 4500 people who took pavilions are for two-hour the pools; no toys allowed; er, Oklahoma State House of end of her term, there will be advantage of the new fa- ‘The season pass range increments. The whole pa- no objects allowed that may Representatives. He repre- an appointment process. That's cility. The City of Elk City from $80 for an individual vilion is $150 and $5 per harm the safety of others; sented, District 57, from 2008- interesting because the ap- has offered season passes, and $200 for a family. The swimmer, while half of the no diving in the shallow 2021. pointment process uses what an evening swim, and food hours are Monday through pavilion is $74 and $5 per After Britton introduced trucks for patrons. Saturday from 11 a.m. to swimmer. Table reservation See POOL page 2 Marsee, she began to talk See CHANGES page2 | ll | i, Weather (> = 94 / 7A Vol. 120, No. 25 Mail delivery View online A tomorrow ey oy 75 cents, 580.225.3000 elkcityoknews.com