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Each month, Child Advocates of Northeast Oklahoma (CANO) celebrates the advocacy of one of our CASA volunteers. This month, we are highlighting the service of Susan Cleveland. Susan has served as a volunteer advocate in Rogers County for two years. Cleveland works at RCB Bank in Claremore. Previously, she spent thirteen years working with the Youth with a Mission organization in Mexico. “I can’t see myself not serving in some form,” Cleveland said. She backs that up with her involvement. In addition to volunteering with CASA and actively serving at the First United Methodist Church in Claremore, she serves on the board of the Rogers County Literacy Council and has volunteered at The Equality Center in Tulsa. When it comes to her CASA service, Cleveland says it’s a continuous learning process. “Trying to truly know what our role is as a CASA volunteer, where our boundaries are, and the fact that...

Join us for Claremore Collective’s August Monthly Mixer and meet the crews! What is Claremore Collective, and how can you get involved? Our mixers are casual, come-and-go, and a great way to meet other movers and shakers. Whether you simply want to stay in the know with the exciting things (and events) happening in Claremore, or you’re interested in getting more involved by volunteering at events or joining the leadership team, this will be a great opportunity to talk with the people who are already involved, ask questions, and find out more! (Complimentary beer, water, and food!) The next Monthly Mixer will be held Tuesday, August 20, from 5p - 7p at North Block Common (115 N. Missouri Ave.). Get more details here! 

Now that school is back in session, The Zone is back! The Zone is a safe place for teens, with tons of fun activities, like pool, ping pong, and air hockey. Play in a tournament and you might just win a prize! The next session of The Zone will be held Saturday, September 7, from 7p - 10p at the Claremore Community Center. This month will feature a surprise attraction, dancing, and a live DJ! The Zone is open to all Rogers County teens, ages 13 - 18. Admission is FREE! Adult supervision is provided. No outside food or beverage allowed, but concessions are available. For more information, follow The Zone on facebook! 

The Claremore Chamber recently welcomed another new member! Safe Haven Child Development Center is located at 2300 Southaven (at DestinyLife) in Claremore. Safe Haven Child Development Center seeks to provide quality care and teaching for children in a fun and safe environment. Open to children six weeks of age to 12 years and led by director Elizabeth Oakley, Safe Haven will be a valuable asset to Claremore! Get more info HERE.       

New Life Alliances is happy to announce their second annual fundraising event by bringing a faith-filled music concert event to Claremore. New Life Alliances is a collaboration between She Brews Coffee House, Habitat for Humanity Claremore & Bridge for the Future Rogers County. These three non-profits provide tools, education and lend support to individuals in Rogers County that want a better life for themselves and their families. Christian recording artist Austin French will appear live in concert at the Robson PAC on Saturday, September 14. Tickets are $25 each and will go on sale August 21. Visit NewLifeAlliances.com for yours! "The joy of the Lord is something no circumstance or earthly power can take away. The hope we have in Jesus is the very cure to the desperate void inside us," said French. "My song, 'Good Feeling,' reminds us that what has been done for us is far greater than anything...

The Oklahoma Economic Development Council (OEDC) announced the winners of the Excellence in Economic Development awards at a dinner ceremony Monday night. Gov. Kevin Stitt presented four awards at the Governor’s Economic Development and Workforce Summit, hosted by OEDC. The Claremore Industrial and Economic Development Authority (CIEDA) was awarded OEDC’s Project of the Year Award for population 16,001 to 40,000 for the announcement of MST Manufacturing by Kenneth and Mary Statton. This project is expected to bring 100 quality jobs to Claremore over the next few years. This project was the culmination of a more than two-year partnership between CIEDA and the company. CIEDA purchased manufacturing space to offer favorable lease purchase options along with other incentives and workforce aid that enabled the company to get up and running quickly. “This project exemplifies success in working with private investment, while partnering with businesses and workforce partners for economic growth in the community,”...

Two guys, two horses, one guitar, one country boy. One city boy, facing the elements on horseback across six states, 646 miles, riding for real country music awareness, documenting and recording the trip on video from Nashville, Tennessee to Depew, Oklahoma. CJ Garton will be performing from 8p - midnight on Saturday, August 17, at J Farley's in Claremore! Come out and enjoy real country music, delicious food, and awesome drinks! Short Summary Nashville country music artist CJ Garton and his oldest son Clinton are taking a “Ride For Real Country Music”. They will be traveling by horseback from the singer's home in Nashville to his family ranch in Oklahoma. The month-long journey will focus on father-son time, being in tune with nature, and songwriting and reflecting. It’s a trip CJ has often thought about and now is the time. CJ and Clinton will start the trek in July on their horses Pancho and Lefty....

Child Advocates of Northeast Oklahoma (CANO-CASA) will host a new volunteer training in Claremore starting in mid-August. The mission of CANO-CASA is to speak for the best interest of abused and neglected children in the courts of Northeastern Oklahoma. CANO-CASA recruits and supports quality volunteer representation for children with a goal to ensure each child is placed in a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. CANO-CASA’s work is vital for the health and well-being of children within the court system. In court proceedings involving abused and neglected children, CASA Volunteers provide an unbiased, child-focused point of view that is vital to help determine what situations will allow a child to thrive. In most cases, the children represented by CASA Volunteers have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. “Our training is thorough and vital to the success of our volunteers,” said Angela Henderson, Executive Director of CANO-CASA. “We set...

Come jam at Musician's Haven this Friday, August 16! Musician's Haven is ready for everyone to come for a great time! Bring your instruments, your voice, or just your tapping feet and enjoy a musical night of fun with George Melton & the Bison. The fun starts at 7p! Free to attend. Find more info HERE.