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FEATURES 12 A SUDDEN CRISIS: A FIGHT FOR LIFE
A powerful survival story.
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24 FACES & PLACES ®
Celebrate the people and places that shape our community. 43 THE EPIC BIRTHDAY PLANNER Plan the perfect party with these local favorites. 46 THE OVERSCHEDULED CHILDHOOD Are we raising successful children or stressed out ones? 48 FROM HOMEWORK HELP TO LIFE SKILLS The benefits of after-school care. 48 PIECES OF AMERICAN LIFE How Oklahoma ingenuity helped shape America.. DEPARTMENTS 6 CONNECT WITH METROFAMILY Our top seasonal resources, all in one place. 10 NEW & NOW OKC’s latest community highlights. 14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Summer fun for families.
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EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN Places kids love that you’ll love too.
54 LAST LOOK
Family-friendly spots to celebrate special moments.
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