ECEC Early Childhood Enrichment
At ECEC, Early Childhood Enrichment Center, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Step outside and you’ll find nearly half an acre of outdoor space filled with gardens, trees, and laughter. Children here grow flowers and vegetables, plan projects, and measure their progress in sunlight and soil rather than screen time. “We’re not just growing…
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Dr. Martha Garzon Pediatric Dentist
For more than two decades, Dr. Martha Garzon has helped Edmond’s youngest residents achieve healthy, confident smiles. As the owner of Martha Garzon Caring and Friendly Pediatric Dentistry, she’s known for her gentle touch, personal attention, and commitment to treating every child as if they were her own. Dr. Garzon opened her Edmond practice in…
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In Other Words with Dave
Dear Santa, it’s me, Dave — longtime believer, occasional rule-breaker, and certified good boy (pending your final review). I’m sending this letter early this year, before Alison finds a way to edit it. I’ve been on my best behavior this year…mostly. I’ve learned that the turbo boost button in my car should only be used…
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The Fragrance of Christmas
I share an online Bible study with several women, and the facilitator always asks a few ladies to tell about their favorite fragrance. I’m not a ready volunteer, but I’m thinking my favorite might be Christmas. Yep, Christmas definitely has a beautiful aroma! I remember the pungent scent of cedar trees that Daddy would cut…
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Creative Beginnings
Edmond Fine Arts is bringing a new, engaging educational resource to the Edmond Community. Last month, the nonprofit debuted Creative Beginnings: Stories and Art for Families, a free program that blends literacy, art, and play for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers. The idea began with Lainee Copeland, an Edmond Fine Arts instructor who saw…
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Food: Festive Feasts
THE BARLORDiscover why everyone is talking about The Barlor! This celebrated metro catering company, featuring exquisite charcuterie spreads, decadent desserts, and custom menus, will open its own wine and cheese bar in Edmond in December. Book now for bartending and charcuterie for Christmas, and look for the Christmas pop-up they will be hosting in December….
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Mullet With a Mission
Seven-year-old Slade Smith means business—in the front, that is. The back, however, is now a nationally recognized party after the Edmond second-grader was named runner-up in the USA Mullet Championships Kids Division. Slade’s signature style began years ago in Pre-K with a mohawk haircut. After seeing an old photo of his dad as a kid…
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Pigeon Museum & Library
As the pigeon flies, The American Pigeon Museum & Library is about a mile off Route 66, not far from the Oklahoma City Zoo. The building, which opened in 2014, resembles a large pigeon coop, with square window boxes. Inside, pigeon paintings, prints, and posters cover the walls in every style imaginable. Various rooms branch…
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When Words Become Art
“Everything appears to be normal.” “I’m praying for you.” “It’s called an HSG.”“Don’t stress so much.” “It’ll happen.” “The doctor will be in shortly.”“Have you tested your progesterone levels?” “Cortney, we tried for you for over three years.” These are some of the words that have echoed around Cortney McConnell for years as she has…
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Nhinja Sushi: Top 100 Small Businesses
In September, Kang and Mary Nhin’s business, Nhinja Sushi, was named one of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—a prestigious honor that recognizes their hard work, resilience, and impact on the community. This year, honorees were selected out of more than 12,500 applicants. The First Restaurant The Nhins opened Edmond’s…
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