The Harvest Hills South Neighborhood Association invited Chad Meisenburg of the City of Oklahoma City to be our first guest speaker of 2023. We are so thankful that Chad came to answer our questions regarding the construction happening in around our community. His insight into the timeline and planning of current OKC improvements was very helpful.
Construction on 82nd and Council will take roughly 3-4 months and will include a stoplight with a blinking left turn arrow to enter the neighborhood while traveling North on Council.
Widening of Wilshire West of the turnpike has also included a lowering of a hill for better line of sight for those turning onto Wilshire from side roads. (Turnpike bridge will continue to be narrow as it must be widened by Turnpike Authority)
Bridge crossing NW Expressway at Wilshire is nearly done and should be open to foot and bike traffic in roughly 3 months.
North bound County Line Road is getting an East bound turn lane onto NW Expressway.
Our neighborhood is located in Ward 1 and this has been one of the fastest growing areas in the OKC metro so we can expect to see these types of construction projects for the foreseeable future as new housing will bring more traffic to these intersections around the north west corner of OKC.
Join us this Thursday- Jan 12th 7pm in the cafeteria at Northridge Elementary
Our Guest Speaker will be Chad Meisenburg of the City of Oklahoma City. Chad is the Bond Program Manager of the Department of Public Works. He will be updating us on what will be happening to our entrance on NW82nd street @ Council Rd (schedule, closures, left turns, traffic restrictions, etc). Bring all of your questions! You don’t want to miss it.
Over the last several years we have held our meetings on Thursday nights, but would like to find out from you if a different day of the week would be more convenient for you. Can you please respond back on what day of the week you would like to come to our meeting. Based on the majority and the school availability, we might be able to move the day for our future meetings.
Together we can make a difference! As we move forward with our 2023 goals we would like to make sure the whole community is represented. Please let us know at harvesthillssouth@gmail.com if you have questions you would like answered at our meeting and cannot attend. We are also looking for ideas for the future meeting speakers if you have any topics you would like to see addressed.
It is also time for 2023 membership dues. Dues will continue at $30.00 annually. You can pay via the blog by credit card, or send a check to the PO box listed below. You may also bring your check to the meeting. All paid members will receive an extra raffle ticket for door prize. We need your support to cover the expenses such as Lawn maintenance which is the largest expense we have, but we also have a website blog, Neighbors Night Out, Post Office Box rental, and electricity bills to name a few. We currently pay the electric bill on NW82, but will soon have Harvest Hills Rd and N McKee as soon OG&E runs the line.
Drive down to Scissortail Park for this FREE festive display complete with music and a recording of “’twas the night before Christmas” starting every night at 6pm. Click here for more details
Lights on Broadway
Head to Automobile Alley December 3rd and December 10th from 4-7pm for this 7th annual event. The festivities feature carriage rides, face painting, pop-up shops and much more. Click here for more details
Edmond Electric’s Luminance Kickoff
Join the holiday event at Mitch Park in Edmond for a walkthrough 3-D light display and pop-up shops Now- Dec 17th. The Edmond Ice Rink is already open so don’t forget to bring your socks! Click here for more details
In-person classes $35 call 405-713-1125 to register.
The below classes are held at the OSU/OKC, Student Center, 900 North Portland Ave. OKC, OK. These
English Classes
Classes are held on Tuesdays.
November 29 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
December 13 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Spanish Classes
Classes are held on Saturdays.
December 3 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
What is this class all about?
How parents handle the divorce can make it better or worse for their children. Many children have a very difficult time adjusting to their parents’ divorce. This can lead to depression, anxiety, academic failure, delinquency, drug use, teen pregnancy, and other negative outcomes. Children may also fear the loss of one or both of their parents and have a hard time switching between their parents’ homes.
Co-parenting classes teach parents to handle their emotions better and to keep their children out of the middle of their divorce. They also offer many positive tips on how to talk with your child to help him or her to adjust more quickly to the divorce. Researchers who have studied the effects of these classes have found them to be beneficial for most parents.
To help you decide if you should apply to be a Master Gardener ask yourself these questions:
Do I want to learn more about the culture and maintenance of many types of plants?
Am I eager to participate in a practical and intense training program?
Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community?
Do I have enough time to attend training and to serve as a volunteer?
If you answered yes to these questions, the Master Gardener program could be for you. For more information, view the 2023 Master Gardener application.
Find us in your Community
Working with children at libraries, Science Fairs, Early Education, Elementary, and Middle Schools – teaching children of all ages during and after school time, and in the summer
Farmer’s Markets: OSU-OKC, Klein/Old FM, and Downtown Edmond
Fairs, Expos and Conferences
The “Wednesday @ Will Rogers Gardens” lecture series is open to the public and is presented at no charge by the Oklahoma County Extension Master Gardeners and the Oklahoma County OSU Extension. This popular series provides university research-based information on a variety of garden and horticulture topics. All presentations are by local horticulture experts and/or Certified Extension Master Gardeners. No registration is required, and all ages are welcome.
Looking for a unique gift for those family and friends that are so difficult to shop for? The choices are endless at the shop local event in downtown OKC.
I am not sure if you saw the post regarding an abduction that supposedly happened at Harvest Hills Rd and Wilshire. This post was placed on Nextdoor. I was very concerned and contacted the police department to get details since it is in our neighborhood. I was told that we are safe and that the post has little merit. I do have details, but I am not in a position to release that information, but rest assured we are safe and no one is trying to abduct anyone in the neighborhood.
If you ever have any concerns about things you see posted about our neighborhood, please let me know, so I can find out the true facts. Not everything posted on the internet is true and this is not the first time someone has posted something on Nextdoor about Harvest Hills South. We need to be careful when posting and responding to these types of posts. Sometimes people post these things with good intentions, but it is hearsay and they do not know all the facts, so it causes people to react and draw conclusions when it is not warranted. The story then grows and grows. This is why you are not seeing it on the news.
Sometimes people post things just to get a reaction. They want to scare people, thinking it is fun. I will be the first to notify the neighborhood when there is something of concern regarding Harvest Hills South. If you ever witness anything you need to call 911 immediately before you post anything anywhere.
We are also getting closer to the holidays and need to be aware that people will try to tug at heart strings to gain your trust and your money. Times are changing and not always for the better. Please just beware.
We need your help in locating a lost 4 month old kitten. Her name is Fiona. She got out on Friday at 8305 N Mckee Blvd. The weather is getting really cold and so she is probably hiding to keep warm. If you see her please let me know, so I can notify the owner.
Halloween is right around the corner. But because the holiday falls on a Monday this year, many Oklahomans are unsure when they’re supposed to take their children trick-or-treating.
Oklahoma City will be trick or treating on Monday Oct 31st
Tips for Handing Out Candy
Handing out candy to the neighborhood kids can be a great way to spend an evening.
Wear gloves when passing out candy or consider using a kitchen utensil to help distribute them without hand contact.
October is an unpredictable month when it comes to weather. No matter if it snows, freezes or if there are slippery leaves on the walkway — it’s your job to make a clear and safe path for trick-or-treaters.
Traditionally, turning on the front light signals that you’ve got candy — so consider adding lights all the way to the door for safer passage.
Also, be sure your family pets are safely tucked away for the evening — for their safety as well as that of your spooky guests.
Replace all flames with electric candles for a safe, yet realistic effect.
When it comes to treats, store bought is best.
A teal pumpkin at your door lets others know you are handing out allergen-free treats.
If you’re willing to try something new, go the healthy route and hand out little toys, trinkets, coloring books or crayons instead.
Trick-or-Treating Tips
Let’s take a look at some more helpful tips for staying safe while trick-or-treating.
If the group is mainly little ones, then an adult should serve as chaperone.
If the kids are old enough to go without an adult, make sure they follow a pre-planned route and stick to homes or neighborhoods you know.
Stress the importance of crossing roads safely over and over again. Once those little goblins see treats across the street, the temptation to run is going to be huge.
Halloween Costume Safety Tips
The costumes are the best part of Halloween. But a poorly planned costume can actually be a health or safety hazard. Here are some costume safety tips to keep in mind:
Check costumes to ensure that they’re flame retardant and that they allow for easy movement.
Adding reflective tape, glow sticks and flashlights to the ensemble adds multiple layers of security.
If your child will be wearing a costume mask, make sure it doesn’t block their breathing or vision. It may also be a good idea to check and make sure they can still wear a protective face mask comfortably underneath their costume mask.
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