PONCA CITY ADMINISTRATION NEWSUPCOMING MEETINGSMONDAY, AUGUST 8Board of Commissioners/ PCUA Regular Meeting City Hall, Commission Chamber, 516 E. Grand Avenue,

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9Cultural Affairs Commission Marland’s Grand Home, 1000 E. Grand Avenue, 8:30 a.m.

Library BoardLibrary Board Room, 515 E. Grand Avenue, 12:00 p.m.

PONCA CITY PONCON COMING THIS FALLThis fall, PonCon will be coming to Ponca City for the whole family. From October thru November, attendees can expect an animated film screening, delicious food from Food Trucks around City Central, the 2022 Micro-Fiction and Graphic Novel Contests, and a Geek Garage Sale for everyone to buy or sell.

Friends of the Library will be offering a prize of $50.00 to each of the winners of three (3) age categories for the Micro-Fiction Contest. Ponca City Art Association will be offering a prize of $50.00 to each of the winners of three (3) age categories for the Graphic Novel Contest. Submissions for the contest will be accepted from August 1 thru October 15. Competition rules will be available on the PonCon Facebook page, by contacting ponconinfo@gmail.com or from the listed participating organizations below. All winners will be announced at noon, at the Geek Garage sale.

On Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Ponca City Library will host a free comeand-go Create Space (areas dedicated to tools and technologies the public may use to fix, create, learn and share.) Supplies such as paper, free photocopies, markers, staplers, etc. will be provided. No editing or technical services will be provided. Also, Ponca City Development Authority will have a signup sheet for access to highresolution printing and 3D editing on a first-come firstserve basis at no charge.

The Ponca City Arts Association- City Arts is presenting an Art Show from November 3 thru 18, 2022 and are currently accepting submissions. For more information, contact City Arts at 580-765-9746 or terron@ pcarts.org.

The Geek Garage Sale will be Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Central. There will be a fee of $10.00 for sellers, which provides 1 to 2 tables with chairs. Set-up for the event will be the evening of Friday, November 4. This will be a free event for all to attend.

PonCon also encourages all attendees to make some time to go to the local Veterans Day Parade on November 5, 2022. Come and enjoy the events and see the sights around Ponca City. For additional information and updates email ponconinfo@gmail.com.

Premiere sponsors are Hall of Heroes and Tyndall Family Dentistry. Participating organizations include Hall of Heroes, Ponca City Arts & Humanities Council, Ponca City Tourism, Ponca City Main Street, Marland’s Grand Home, Ponca City RecPlex, Poncan Theatre, Pioneer Women Museum, Standing Bear Education Center and Attucks Center.

Contact: Holly LaBossiere, Library Director, 580-767-0345Schedule of Events:August 1 thru October 15 - 2022 Micro-Fiction Contest and Graphic Novel Contest

• A prize of $50.00 to each of the winners of three (3) age categories for each contest.

• Competition rules: on the PonCon Facebook page or by contacting ponconinfo@ gmail.com October 15 - Free Come-And-Go Create Space

• 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Ponca City Library

• A sign-up sheet for access to high-resolution printing and 3D editing on a first-come first-serve basis at no charge.

November 3 thru 18 - Art Show

• The Ponca City Arts Association-City Arts is currently accepting submissions.

• For more information, contact City Arts at 580-765-9746 or terron@pcarts.org.

November 5 - The Geek Garage Sale

• 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Central

• A fee of $10.00 for sellers.

Contact: Holly LaBossiere, Library Director, 580-767-0345PARKS AND RECREATION NEWS THE RECPLEX IS NOW ALIVEBARN FACILITY!

The Ponca City RecPlex is excited to announce that they are now a LiveBarn facility. If you can’t make it to the fields or courts, parents, grandparents, and friends can still stay connected by watching all events Live and On Demand. LiveBarn is a subscription service that allows subscribers to watch events hosted at the RecPlex that include baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, swimming, and more; Live or On Demand for 30 days. Your subscription allows you to watch streams from any LiveBarn-installed facility across the United States and Canada.

Subscribers can save and share 30-second highlights, download entire games/ practices, and tag highlights while watching live, in-venue. To subscribe, visit www. livebarn.com, our Ponca City community can receive 10% off by entering the promo code below: 10% DISCOUNT - PROMO CODE: pcrp-ball For more information, call the RecPlex at 580-767-0430 or visit livebarn.com. Download the LiveBarn iOS App or the LiveBarn Android App for easiest mobile viewing - or the LiveBarn tvOS on AppleTV for home theatre viewing.

RECPLEX HOT TUB REMAINS CLOSEDDue to continual operational issues with the RecPlex hot tub, staff has sought diagnostic tests from a variety of contractors in an attempt to troubleshoot mechanics related to the tub heater. Based on the age of the heater, and the professional recommendations of the contractors, a new hot tub heater was ordered and the tub has been taken out of operation until it can be installed. The lead time for heaters with the specifications required is 14 weeks. Staff anticipates installation to take place sometime in October. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to having the hot tub operational as soon as possible.

ANNUAL HARDWOOD FLOOR MAINTENANCE AT THE RECPLEXAnnual hardwood floor maintenance at the RecPlex is scheduled to take place beginning August 9 and will continue thru September 1. During this time, spaces with hardwood flooring within the facility may be closed temporarily during floor buffing, application of sealers and for curing time. Regularly scheduled classes and activities could be impacted by these closings which may result in postponement or relocation to an alternative space in the building. Changes to the schedule will be sent via email and posted to the Rec-Plex Facebook page. Odor from the fumes of sealers and paints being used may be present in the building, but due to its water base, will be less impactful than other oil-based chemicals. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while this important maintenance is being performed.

AMBUC POOL AND WENTZ POOLOpen Swim Admission: $2.00 for ages 13 and up and $1.00 for age 12 and under. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Individuals may purchase pool passes for AMBUC Pool and Wentz Pool from the Ponca City RecPlex. Pool Passes are 25 swims for $20.00. Active RecPlex memberships allows access to Wentz Pool & AMBUC Pool.

AMBUC Pool Open Swim is held from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday thru Tuesday and Thursday thru Saturday. The pool is closed on Wednesdays for maintenance. Senior/Adult Lap Swim is 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday thru Saturday. Senior/Adult Lap Swim Admission is $1.00 for adults.

Wentz Pool Open Swim is held from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday and Tuesday thru Saturday. The pool is closed on Mondays for maintenance.

AMBUC and Wentz Pools will only be open on weekends beginning August 13, and will close for the season on September 6.

PAINT NIGHT AT THE RECPLEX

• Paint Night at the RecPlex will help you tap into your creative side to relax and have fun.

• The class is August 14 at 5:00 p.m. in the RecPlex Art Studio.

• For ages 12 and older. The cost is $35.00 per class.

• Register online by August 11 at: www.poncacityok.gov/ parksandrec-registrationKIDS NIGHT OUT

• Kids will get to play organized games, use the climbingwall, watch a movie, eat snacks and have loads of fun! All kids will be supervised by RecPlex staff.

• Saturday, August 13, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with check-in starting at 5:00 p.m.

• For ages 2 to 12 years. The cost is $35.00. Sibling discount $25.00.

• Register online thru August 12 at: www.poncacityok. gov/parksandrec-registrationINDOOR TRIATHLON

• Members and Non-members are invited to participate in the RecPlex’s Indoor Triathlon. Events include a 400-meter swim, a 5-mile bike ride, and a 2-miles run – ALL INDOORS! All entrants who complete the event will receive a t-shirt.

• The Triathlon is Saturday, August 6, from 8:00 to 1:00 p.m.

• For ages 13 and up. The cost is $20.00.

• Register online thru August 6 at: www.poncacityok. gov/parksandrec-registration Contact: Eric Newell, Parks and Recreation Director, 580-767-0430LEW WENTZ GOLF COURSEMONDAY, AUGUST 8Senior Day - Those 60+ get an 18-hole cart for the 9-hole rate.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9Ladies Day - Ladies get an 18-hole cart for the 9-hole rate.

Ladies Night Out – A fun time for beginners to seasoned golfers, 6:00 p.m., cost is $15.00.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10Drink Specials - All drink prices reduced, all day.

League, 5:00 p.m.

Contact: Rod Alexander, Golf Pro, 580-767-0433PONCA CITY SENIOR CENTER NEWSMONDAY, AUGUST 8Exercise, 8:00 a.m.

Contract Bridge, 12:30 p.m.

Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $4.00, Chicken Gumbo SoupTUESDAY, AUGUST 9Exercise, 8:00 a.m.

Bingo, 12:30 p.m.

Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $4.00, Scalloped Potato & Ham BakeWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10Exercise, 8:00 a.m.

Pitch, 12:30 p.m. Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $4.00, Fish SandwichTHURSDAY, AUGUST 11Exercise, 8:00 a.m.

Row at a Time, 10:00 a.m.

Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $4.00, Grilled Chicken SaladFRIDAY, AUGUST 12Exercise, 8:00 a.m.

Movie, 12:30 p.m.

Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $4.00, Pancakes & SausageSENIOR CENTER UPCOMINGEVENTSAugust 5 Health Fair from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Carolyn Renfro Center. Vendors available to answer questions and provide information about health and wellbeing.

August 18 Game Night is 4:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of fun and games. Please bring a snack to share with all.

August 25 Lunch-n-Learn at 11:30 a.m. Featuring Stacy Boyles with Legal Aid discussing End of Life documents.

August 26 2nd Annual Ponca City Senior Center Sock Hop is 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Unity Gym. Costumes/50s attire is preferred. There is a dance and costume contest!

August 30 Glass Fusion Art Class is 5:30-7:00 p.m. Regenia with the Doodle Academy will present how to make sun catchers or a small dish with glass.

Contact: Natalie Elwood, Senior Center Program Specialist, 580-763-8051“LET’S TALK ABOUT IT” BOOK CLUB HOSTED BY PONCA CITY LIBRARYThis August, meet people who share a love of reading at Ponca City Library with “Let’s Talk About It,” a dynamic book club organized by Oklahoma Humanities that has connected curious readers across the state since 1985. Made possible by a grant from Oklahoma Humanities with generous funding and support from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund and Oklahoma City University, this program is FREE and open to all.

The theme this semester is: The Worst Hard Time Revisited: Oklahoma in the Dust Bowl Years. Through history, novels, letters, and poetry, readers learn how ordinary people coped with extraordinary circumstances.

During these programs, a book is distributed to interested community members in advance for reading. A scholar will come present background information on the book, author and themes for the audience and will help facilitate a discussion with those present. The book discussions will be on designated Thursdays from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the LibraryProgramming Room.

August 11 – The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan September 15 – Letters from the Dust Bowl by CarolineHenderson, edited byAlvin O. Turner October 13 – Now in November by Josephine W. Johnson November 10– Whose Names Are Unknown by Sanora Babb December 8 – Out of Dust by Karen Hesse Please sign up for the programs in advance at the Reference Desk for planning purposes. There are a limited number of The Worst Hard Time available at the Reference Desk.

Contact: Holly LaBossiere, Library Director, 580-767-0345KAY COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS SURVEYTheKayCountyCommunity Health Needs Survey is an anonymous survey of county residents and is part of the comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment process. The survey allows the Health Department and community partners to understand what residents see as the most important health issues affecting the community. The survey will help identify the strengths, needs, and challenges. The survey results will help guide planning and action to improve the health of residents who live, work, and play in communities across our administrative district and provide the foundation for improving and promoting good health.

Thesurveymaybeaccessed from the Kay County Health Department Facebook page or at https://bit.ly/3sXddxL. Individuals without internet access may contact the Kay County Health Department at (580) 762-1641 or (580) 363-5520 for a paper copy of the survey. Paper copies should be returned to the county health department upon completion.

NEW CLUB COMING TO PONCA CITYStarting a dance and travel club for retired single seniors. For information contact Lois at 580-761-3997 or 580-761-8544.

COVID-19 RENT/ MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE & UTILITY ASSISTANCE STILL AVAILABLE!

The City of Ponca City, in partnership with NERA (New Emergency Resource Agency), was approved for the Rent and Mortgage Assistance and Utility Assistance grant program made available by the CDBG CARES ACT through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. This program aids income eligible residents who reside within the city limits of Ponca City and are delinquent on their utilities, rent, and/or mortgage accounts. All potential applicants must have incomes at or below HUD’s Income Guidelines for Kay County to be eligible for this program. Persons may apply for the Rent/Mortgage Assistance and/or Utility Assistance Program(s) by completing application forms at NERA, located at 112 South First Street. Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received and grant funds are expended on a first-come first serve basis until the grant has been depleted.

Questions? Call NERA at 580-765-5372“LET’S TALK ABOUT IT” BOOK CLUB HOSTED BY PONCA CITY LIBRARYThis August, meet people who share a love of reading at Ponca City Library with “Let’s Talk About It,” a dynamic book club organized by Oklahoma Humanities that has connected curious readers across the state since 1985. Made possible by a grant from Oklahoma Humanities with generous funding and support from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund and Oklahoma City University, this program is FREE and open to all.

The theme this semester is: The Worst Hard Time Revisited: Oklahoma in the Dust Bowl Years. Through history, novels, letters, and poetry, readers learn how ordinary people coped with extraordinary circumstances.

During these programs, a book is distributed to interested community members in advance for reading. A scholar will come present background information on the book, author and themes for the audience and will help facilitate a discussion with those present. The book discussions will be on designated Thursdays from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Library Programming Room.

August 11 – The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan September 15 – Letters from the Dust Bowl by Caroline Henderson, edited byAlvin O. Turner October 13 – Now in November by Josephine W. Johnson November 10– Whose Names Are Unknown by Sanora Babb December 8 – Out of Dust by Karen Hesse Please sign up for the programs in advance at the Reference Desk for planning purposes. There are a limited number of The Worst Hard Time available at the Reference Desk.

Contact: Holly LaBossiere, Library Director, 580-767-0345US SENATE AT OK2A TUESDAY 8/9/22 IN MARY’SOklahoma’s 2 GOP Candidates to replace James Inhofe in the US Senate, Mark Wayne Mullin & T W Shannon, will have representatives to inform us about each candidate at The Kay County Oklahoma 2nd. Amendment Asso.”MINI” Meeting. This may be your last opportunity to hear these 2 candidates’ views & plans for Oklahoma & The USA prior to the Run-Off Election on 8/23/22.

Tuesday 8/9/22 at 6:00 pm in Mary’s Grill. - Downtown Tonkawa.

Questions- Terry Thompson, OK2A Kay County Coordinator- 580-670-0357.

PIONEER WOMAN FUNDRAISERDonors will go to www. kaylawink.norwex.biz and place orders under “Pioneer Woman Fundraiser” at checkout. 25% of the sales will be given to the Pioneer Woman board. The fundraiser is ongoing through the end of the year.

Steps: 1. Go to the Norwex Consultants website: kaylawink. norwex.biz. Shop Now: Green Box. Select your items 2. Check out as guest 3. Yes, help me find my host.

First name: Kayla Last name: Wink - Payment is made online by VISA or MasterCard - Product ships within 48 hours of being ordered. Directly to the purchaser - 25% of all product sales will be applied to the selling student (before S/H and taxes) - Book a party and our consultant will donate an additional $20 for your studentBOOK SIGNING AT PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ENID AND GARFIELD COUNTYENID, OKLAHOMA, August 1, 2022 – Join author Marjorie Daley for a book reading and signing of An Unorthodox War at the Public Library of Enid and Garfield County located at 120 W. Maine Ave in Enid, Oklahoma on Thursday, August 18, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. An Unorthodox War is a historical fiction novel about the women who served as spies and radio operators in the Second World War. The book weaves together true events and people as the fictional character, Elly, is recruited and trained for this extremely hazardous mission. Elly must reach deep within herself to master her trade and then serve her mission in occupied France where she is sent to train maquis fighters. During her work, she must survive the dangers, betrayals, and brutality that these remarkable women faced.

In addition to a short reading, the author narrates a presentation on the women, events, and outcomes involved in fighting what Sir Winston Churchill described as ‘an unorthodox war.’ Books will be on sale for $20.00.

While not graphic, this presentation does discuss some violence and may not be suitable for children.

For more information, please contact the author via text at 307-460-1883 or Theri Ray at the Enid and Garfield County Public Library at 580-616-7191.

Marjorie Daley lives in Wyoming and works as a writer for several organizations in addition to her personal writing efforts. She is the author of three non-fiction books: The New Adults’ Guide to Basic Finances; Naughty Dogs: Identifying, Diagnosing, Understanding and Correcting Your Dog’s Unwanted Behaviors; and The Ultimate Guide to Wild Canines, Primitive Dogs, and Pariah Dogs. She is also the author of Fire Ground, a murder mystery.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BILLINGS TO CELEBRATE 120+ YEARSThe First Baptist Church of Billings, OK will be hosting a 120+ Years Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, October 30, 2022. We invite all current and past members and their families to attend as well as former pastors, church staff and their families. There will be music, oldstories, lunch, games, and a wonderful time of fellowship. Everyone is welcome! For more information please call current Pastor Rick Milam at 580.542.2316.

NOC CALENDARAug. 4: Book Sale, Foster-Piper Fieldhouse (Aug. 4-7) Aug. 8: Fall Book Sales Begin Aug. 8: Targeted Enrollment Date, Renfro Center, noon Aug. 9: Stillwater Faculty Report Aug. 10: President’s Leadership Council Retreat, Enid Please check www.noc.edu for current NOC events.

NOC TARGETED ENROLLMENT DATES SETNorthern Oklahoma College has scheduled targeted enrollment dates for Fall 2022 at Tonkawa, Enid, and Stillwater.

The dates are Monday, Aug. 8 (Tonkawa), Thursday, Aug. 11 (Enid), and Friday, Aug. 12 (Stillwater). Noon is the starting time for each session.

Enrollment professionals and academic advisors will be on hand to assist students in the registration/enrollmentprocess.Please call 580.628.6668 in Tonkawa, 580.548.2353 in Enid, and 580.628.6904 in Stillwater for additional information.

Returning NOC students are asked to call for morning times.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR HALL OF FAME BANQUETThe Po-Hi Hall of Fame banquet will be held Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 at 7 p.m. at the Carolyn Renfro Event Center, 445 Fairview in Ponca City. Tickets are $50 per person or a reserved table for eight is $500 (eight tickets).

Tickets are now on sale and may be purchased at the PCPS Central Administration Building, 613 East Grand. Inquiries may be made to Chryl Gillespie at 580-767-8000.

The individuals selected to be inducted into the Ponca City High School Alumni Hall of Fame’s sixth annual induction ceremony include Walter Harris Jr. (Class of 1941), Don Schieber (Class of 1964), Lynn Moore (Class of 1966), John Stanley III (Class of 1979), Scott Askew (Class of 1980) and Elizabeth Poyner (Class of 1980).

Ticket sales proceeds will go towards Ponca City High School Hall of Fame Scholarships.

CHARLIE ADAMS DAY COMING TO NEWKIRKNewkirk Main Street’s Charlie Adams Day will take place September 10th, 2022, from 9 am to 3pm in Newkirk.