Around Town

Just in Time for Back To School

Pass It On, Edmond's longest-running "garage sale" featuring kids clothes will be held September 7 from 8 am to 6 pm and September 8 from 8am to 3 pm. This fall/winter consignment sale has grown to include more than 350 consignors and will be held at Church of the Harvest, off Western between 33 & 15^th Street. Visit passitonkids.com for more information.

New Asian Furniture Store Open in Edmond

Classic Home Imports, located at 920 NW 150^th Street, just off Western, features fine Asian furniture, antiques and accessories. Owner John Shelton has hand-selected the mix of centuries-old pieces and contemporary wares. Visit this unique shop Monday through Friday 10 am to 6 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm or call 748-7200 for more information.

Now Nichols Hills can enjoy Kang's cuisine too

Kang's Asian Bistro has opened a second location at 6600 N Ollie in the Nichols Hills area. They will host a grand opening on Monday, August 13 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and half of the proceeds will go directly to Parents Helping Parents, an Edmond based charity benefiting children. Stop in for some great cuisine and do some good at the same time.

Crossing Church Offers Growing U – Equipping for Life

Classes start August 22 at Crossings Community Church for the entire family. Classes offered include topical classes for adults, "Uprising" for 9^th-12^th grades, "The Jam" for 7^th and 8^th grades; "Group 56" for 5^th & 6^th grades and "Family Zone" for children 4 years old through 4^th grade. A "Back To School Bash" will also be held Friday, August 17 from 6-8 pm for families with children from 4 years to 6^th grade. The event will include free dinner, inflatables and worship. Call 755-2227 for more information.

Central Rewind – UCO Homecoming Coming Soon

Watch for details of the University of Central Oklahoma's upcoming Homecoming festivities. The 2007 Homecoming "Central Rewind" will be held September 16 through September 22 and will include a tailgate party, parade, 5K run, Unity Fest, the Alumni recognition Ceremony. Don't miss out on the big game too as the Bronchos take on Eastern New Mexico. Visit www.ucok.edu/student_life for more information.