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The next edition of the Mayo Messenger has been printed and should be delivered to residences in the neighborhood within the next few days. Here is a preview:

Neighborhood Block Party Set for Sept. 16

We are proud to announce the first Mayo Meadow Neighborhood Block Party, which will be held 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Memorial Baptist Church parking lot at 28th and Yale. Bring your lawn chairs and come and enjoy ice cream and soft drinks, compliments of MMNA. (If it’s rainy or windy or too hot or you just want to eat your ice cream inside, the church’s Fellowship Hall will be available.) We look forward to seeing you there!

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Neighborhood Events

-- An Alert Neighbors meeting will be held on Tuesday, Sept 19th at the home of Sherry Strong, 4515 E. 24th, on the corner of 24th and Vandalia at 6:30 p.m. She will discuss issues of the FAIR and MAYO MEADOW security—as well as Halloween tips for our area and then how to prevent burglary/robbery during the holidays. Also to be discussed, “Give to the Needy, Not the Greedy”—a guide to donating to charities and those individuals who beg for money. You can reach Sherry at 747-2569 or cell at 724-6544 for more information.

-- We are anticipating that new Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market will open during the first of the year. MMNA hopes to plan an event in conjunction with the store opening. Keep an eye out for an upcoming newsletter or the MMNA Web site for details.

-- April 2007 – 2nd Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale. The date will be announced later. Save up your stuff for our neighborhood sale next spring. Watch your spring newsletter and/or the MMNA Web site for details.

Other notes

-- Neighborhood recycling will cease for a while. Carol Holly cannot take any more recyclable materials. We are looking for others who would be willing to help with neighborhood recycling for our treasury. If you are passionate about recycling, contact Jeanie Newell at 747-6389 or e-mail us at mayomeadow@hotmail.com

-- Mayo Meadow Moms and Kids (and Dad’s too) Looking for neighborhood kids to play and moms and dads to chat with? See the Mayo Meadow Moms table at the Block Party, or e-mail us at mayomeadow@hotmail.com

-- The City Mosquito Complaint Line is 595-4219. Spraying is prioritized by the number of complaints per square mile, so call if neighborhood mosquitoes are keeping you inside.

-- David McBride, our neighbor, was featured on C-SPAN the evening of July 31st. David was interviewed by Brian Lamb about this teaching experiences and being a C-SPAN Teaching Fellow. He teaches U. S. History, Government and Psychology at Bishop Kelly High School.

MMNA Board Member of Directors Candidates

If you are interested in helping lead the association activities, call Jeanie, 747-6389. The commitment is for one year and requires attendance at meetings and help with publicizing and coordinating MMNA projects.

MMNA is also requesting a neighbor with an accounting and/or financial background to help the association with our tax-exempt status. Call Jeanie 747-6389 for more information.

History

MMNA is still looking for pictures and stories about the neighborhood. Here are some Mayo Meadow memories from long time residents:

“Pittsburg Ave stopped at 27th. Neighborhood children who went to Eisenhower and had to go under the railroad tracks through a small path until Pittsburg was opened up on to 31st. The area between Pittsburg and 31st was the site for victory gardens during WWII. The neighborhood had not very many trees - mostly homes with kids.” Anne Spitzmiller, resident since 1959.

Cy Engle, who moved to the area in September 1960, remembers these Mayo Meadow shops: Argie Lewis Flowers, Huey’s Shoes, Turnage Optical, Ming Palace, Jack and Jill’s Children’s Shop, Froug’s, Reliable Shoe Shop, Red Bud Grocery, Anthony’s, and Mid-America Bank.

“Mayo Meadow was a prestigious area with good schools,” remembers Ray Corgill, who moved to the neighborhood in 1962. He bought his house from the original owner, who was the grandson of Tulsa’s second Mayor.

“One of the most memorable events in the neighborhood was when Willie Nelson came to the Fairgrounds! What a mess that was with all the traffic and drunks! That was what brought ‘No Parking’ street signs for events.” Bev and John Edwards, residents since 1973.

Donald D. Mayse is a second generation Mayo Meadow resident. He moved into the neighborhood with his mother and stepfather 1973. He remembers these stores at the shopping center: TG&Y, Cox’s Dept. Store, and Humpty Dumpty Food Store.

Have an item that you want to let your neighbors know about? We can post most notices to the MMNA Web site. Send your email request to mayomeadow@hotmail.com.

Thanks to all those who contributed their time and talent to our Block Party:
-- Pastor Marc Dreyer and staff at Memorial Baptist Church for their hospitality
-- Steve Pond, of the Press Group, 7498 E. 46 Place, for printing services
-- Matt Smith, owner of Redline Signs & Graphics, 4430 E. 31, for signage
-- Party committee members for planning and set up
-- Block captains for distributing the newsletter