OKC FRIDAY Vol. 58 No. 6• One Section • 12 pages • June 14, 2024 $1 per copy
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Dick and Glenna Tanenbaum with Allied Arts staff and volunteers dressed to present campaign numbers.
Allied Arts raises $3.8 million for central Oklahoma At its Campaign Celebration event, Allied Arts announced that the organization raised $3,778,403 in support of central Oklahoma’s arts community through its 2024 fundraising efforts. Allied Arts campaign funds are distributed to more than 40 local nonprofit
cultural organizations annually, providing the resources they need to remain dynamic, reach underserved populations, and offer quality and affordable programming to the public. “The nearly $3.8 million raised will go a long way in making sure the arts are accessible to all,” said Jill
and Sean Trauschke, 2024 campaign chairmen. “The arts have the power to unify and the ability to lift us when we’re down. We are grateful that individuals, businesses and foundations came together to support a vibrant cultural landscape serving our community’s diverse needs.”
The Trauschkes thanked the donors and leadership volunteers who played an instrumental role in surpassing the campaign goal. Leading the charge among donors were The Chickasaw Nation, Devon Energy, the Kirkpatrick Family Fund and OG&E. They all made significant contributions of
$100,000 or more as Visionary donors. Showcasing local talent and the nonprofits Allied Arts supports, Maggie Sherman, representing Sooner Theatre, sang a rendition of the “Wizard and I” from the Broadway musical See ARTS, Page 2
New mayors bring histories of service By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
Senior Follies hit the stage at the University of Central Oklahoma The 2024 edition of the Oklahoma Senior Follies was performed over the weekend in Mitchell Hall on the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma. The show included the Beauties, pictured above, from left: Billie Rodely, Jackie Short, Barbara DeMaio, Pamela Holzberger, Dot Liles, Fran Kozakowski, Victoria Young and Barbara McMullin. The performances benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
OKC FRIDAY: Fabulous at 50
Paper keeps us informed By Annie Bohanon Community Volunteer OKC FRIDAY shows us what is going on in OKC. It reminds us of how vibrant our city is. In these days that we just depend on Instagram and Facebook, we can miss what is going on in our community. For instance, without FRIDAY covering the OKCPHIL’s events, we wouldn’t realize how many things its does, like the Show
House. FRIDAY helps us to learn about the existing things and exhibits that Oklahoma Contemporary has brought to our city and state. The organization showcased famous Oklahoma artist Ed Ruscha. This past weekend was the incredible Prix de West, which will be covered in FRIDAY. OKC Rep brings theatre to OKC from NYC that See 50, Page 10
Familiar faces are serving in new terms as mayor for the over 13,000 Fridaylanders who call The Village and Nichols Hills home as councils have elected David Bennett and E. Peter Hoffman, Jr. to serve one-year terms on their respective city councils. Newly-appointed The Village Mayor Bennett and Nichols Hills Mayor Hoffman are both lifelong residents of their communities and have represented residents of their wards for multiple terms of office. For Bennett, who has been elected to eight two-year terms representing constituents in Ward 1 on The Village City Council, this is his fifth one-year term as mayor. He has held no other elected position. See MAYORS, Page 5
DAVID BENNETT The Village Mayor
PETER HOFFMAN Nichols Hills Mayor
FRIDAY’s Dogs of the Week Ruby and her sister Millie are best of friends. Ruby is 17 and a terrier. Millie is 14 and a chiweenie. Half of her weight is in her EARS! Both enjoy walking with their owner, Johnny Jones and, of course, treats and belly rubs. Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.