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Business: The French Nest

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Generations: United Linen

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Profile: 40 Under 40 Update

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Feature: Our Farm, Your Table

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Community: Country Showdown

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Passages: Bartlesville Historic Greek Restaurants

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Jubilee Farms, Wrightfix Nutrition and Samantha’s Restaurant

July Calendar

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Out & About

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Last Call: Competition for a Cause

Basketball tournament to benefit Family Promise

July 2016

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Volume VI Issue VII

upfront I never expected to fall in love with Bartlesville. But life has a way of surprising you. Now, I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

I grew up in Tulsa and attended a small private school, Christian Education Alliance. When I began looking for a college, I wanted one that was far enough away that I had to live on campus, but not so far that I couldn’t come home for the weekend. I also wanted one with a thriving group of like-minded writers. Oklahoma Wesleyan University fit the bill, but I never planned on staying.

But first I fell in love with a person, not the town itself. My husband, Jacob, and I met in college, and by the time I graduated, he’d purchased his first home in Bartlesville. Though he’d grown up in South Dakota, Bartlesville was where he wanted to build a life and grow his painting business. For him, I was willing to stay.

An internship with the local newspaper my senior year of college led to a job offer, and working at the paper was a perfect introduction to all that Bartlesville had to offer. I connected with the people and places that made Bartlesville unique: Price Tower, the downtown shopping district,

P.O. Box 44 / Bartlesville, OK 74005

and my favorite places in town – the Cooper and ARF dog parks.

My dog, Jack, and I have spent many a pleasant evening there, him chasing birds and me getting exercise and making new friends.

Getting a job at the Bartlesville Regional United Way helped connect me with another one of Bartlesville’s treasures: the nonprofit sector. Bartlesville is a town filled with generous people who love helping others. Time and again, I’ve seen the community rally around a cause. There’s nothing quite like that feeling!

I’d always admired the fun vibe of bMonthly Magazine, so when a chance came to write for the magazine, I was excited.

Through it, I have discovered new treasures, such as the Bartlesville Farmers Market.

Each new experience has deepened my connection to the community. I’m proud to call Bartlesville home.

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Nobel Lofts

1936 Gerald "G.B." Saddoris and his wife Lynna start Saddoris Laundry which catered to household laundry needs.

c1960 Arlon Saddoris (left) and his son LeRoy (middle).

After garnering the business of Phillips Petroleum Co. in the early 50s, Saddoris Laundry grows into commercial linen laundering.

1960 Route representatives with their trucks.

1988 Company photo at United Linen’s annual Christmas party.

United Linen and the Saddoris Family The longstanding, family-owned business and the people who contributed to its legacy.

by Lacy Gittinger

Gerald “G.B.” Saddoris is fondly remembered as a determined hard worker; a quiet man with a larger than life presence that drove around town in a great big yellow Cadillac.

Launching the family business that would eventually become United Linen, G.B. and his wife Lynna started Saddoris Laundry in 1936. The couple began laundering household clothing for neighborhood folks, not knowing that some 80 years later, the business would still be thriving and expanding.

The first store location was opened on Cherokee Avenue that year, out of which they served the community through basic laundering and some home deliveries.

When the 1940s rolled around, G.B. reached out to his brother, Arlon Saddoris, to relocate from Amarillo and take part in the company. Making the move to Bartlesville, Arlon joined G.B. and together they took the first steps in growing the business.

“My grandfather and Uncle G.B. made some good business decisions right from the start,” says Mat Saddoris, current President & CEO and grandson of Arlon Saddoris. “They just wanted to make a living for their families, so they simply came to work, did the job, and never touted their work,” said Mat. The prosperity of the company has certainly spoken for itself over the years.

In the early 50s, Phillips Petroleum Company approached the men about laundering their linens.

This was the instrumental start to commercial linen laundering, as well as the addition of dry cleaning and uniform rentals. They expanded their portfolio of services, but continued to do personal laundry as well.

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Now Saddoris Laundry and Dry Cleaning, Arlon and G.B. purchased a building at 410 W. Frank Phillips, which still serves as the current location. Production was becoming more centralized as they moved operations from Cherokee to Frank Phillips, where their rainbowclad delivery trucks were housed. At the time, the space was only 12,000 square feet, but will undergo multiple expansions throughout the years.

Shortly thereafter, Saddoris Coin-O-Mat in the historic Comanche Center was opened, allowing families the option of self-service laundering and increasing the services the company offered.

Second generation service also began in the 1950s when LeRoy Saddoris, Arlon’s son, began learning the family business as an employee at age 17.

“He was a workhorse and really made things happen for the company,” Mat declares, “If he hadn’t laid that foundation, we wouldn’t be doing what we’re doing today. I saw his work ethic every single day. He did whatever it took to grow the company, while even making every one of our baseball games.

Over the years, Bartlesville citizens could easily recognize Saddoris Laundry and Dry Cleaning trucks delivering linens and uniforms, picking up personal laundry and delivering it laundered and folded. Only changing a few times over the many years, the rainbow trucks of the 50s were a big part of the ever-expanding brand.

“Everyone knows us by our trucks,” Mat agrees, “They started out simple two-tone delivery trucks before adding the rainbow look. Then the famous green trucks of the 70s, before changing to big, white trucks in the 90s, which is very similar to what they look like today.

generations downtown on Frank Phillips and Osage. This endeavor provides specialty linens, supplies, and DIY resources for any type of celebration, from wedding rentals to party decorations.

The diversification of services and markets has been significant for United Linen. Beginning by serving Phillips with linens and uniforms, the company has taken on many niche sectors since then that have propelled them forward. Primarily serving other businesses, United Linen’s current customers include restaurants, hotels, hospitals and medical clinics, and event centers, among others.

Many other services the company offers include customized floor mats, paper goods, full line of restroom services, cleaning supplies, and first aid cabinets. All of course, in addition to the linen and uniform rental, customized apparel, and specialty party 2016 supplies.

Tawny, Colby, Rechelle and Mat Saddoris in the main office of Untied Linen.

Today, the company has a total of three depots in Bartlesville, Oklahoma City, and Northwest

Bartlesville remained the company’s only market for many years. However in 1972, I-44 was being constructed and was planned to run right through a linen plant in Tulsa called United Linen. LeRoy jumped on the opportunity to expand outside of Bartlesville and purchased the company. This addition acquired five new delivery routes in Tulsa, along with an operating depot. The company was becoming more streamlined in the core services of linen and uniform rental. It was at this time that Saddoris Laundry became Bartlesville

2016 Mat and Colby Saddoris in front of the current truck design.

United Linen and the representatives began driving GMC green trucks with one-of-a-kind, hand-painted logos on the side.

Recognizing the importance of community support, United began supporting the local American Legion baseball team in 1976. A long-standing tradition that still continues today, as United is the major sponsor of the “United Linen Braves.” United also supports many other family focused non-profit organizations in Bartlesville and surrounding areas.

By the mid 70s, Joe Saddoris, Mat’s older brother, became the company’s third generation employee, following the footsteps of his father, LeRoy, in pursuing the family business. Come 1981, Mat Saddoris, became another third-generation employee of the company, taking on the primary function of route work driving a green truck from Bartlesville to Tulsa.

Following a tragic accident in 1983 that took the lives of LeRoy and Barbara Saddoris, the two young brothers began running the company as a team. “As two young men in our 20s, it took us several years to really get our feet under us and get the business moving forward again,” admits Mat. “So many people really supported us and helped us during those years. We spent the whole decade of the ‘80s just trying to get our act together,” he smiles.

Fourth generation involvement in the family business started in 2007, when Colby Saddoris, Mat’s son, began working for the company. Colby was instrumental in starting yet another sector of UL services, Uimagewear, specializing in customized, logo apparel.

Continuing the legacy, Tawny Saddoris, Colby’s wife, joined the company in 2009. Tawny brings yet another division, Saddoris Specialties, a new local shop located

Arkansas, which serve as warehouses for linens & uniforms.

“We process around 325,000 pounds of laundered linens every week,” Mat explains. The processing facility location on Frank Phillips in Bartlesville will soon reach 40,000 square feet and mainly entails the washing, drying, packaging, and preparing of linen to be rented.

A current addition to the building this year will result in much-needed space to continue production within the processing facility.

Service areas now include Bartlesville/ Dewey, Highway 60 East and West corridor, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Southeast Kansas, Wichita, NW Arkansas, and most recently, Kansas City. With a total of 125 employees and 105 of those in Bartlesville, it’s evident how all of the United Linen endeavors operate like one large, harmonious family The Saddoris family attributes all success not just to growth and business opportunities, but to the multitude of instrumental people that have played key parts in the company over the years. Valuing employees and recognizing their importance is at the heart of what makes their business thrive.

“A company isn’t about the building, the logo, or the name, it’s about the people,” Mat states, “There are countless people that have blessed our family and business with their work and expertise and we are grateful for that.”

“Our teams throughout all 80 years have quietly built quite a company” says Mat Saddoris. v For more information about United Linen and its services, visit www.unitedlinen.com or call 800-259-6808.

It would be impossible to mention every employee that has contributed to the success of United, but here is the list of current employees that have given their expertise for 15 years or more: Sandy Balentine, Mike Benton, Nancy Cranor, Rocky Denman, Sandy Gilmore, Bob Henderson, Deborah Honeycutt, Larry Jesseph, Arlin Murphree, Bob Pickle, Jose Ramirez, Bill Wassom, Charlie Blunk, Howard Blunk, Dan Burdett, Rick Deckard, Dan Jenkin, Joyce Mabry, Oscar McCarty, and Tom Stookey.

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feature

our farm, your table

photos by Tony Lehmer

by Abigail Singrey

Kim and Steve Weyhrich of Jubilee Farms in Coffeyville, KS, and their four daughters start each day early. On “picking day,� the goal is to have all the produce in by 9 a.m. before it has a chance to wilt when it begins to get hot. Other days, their daughters start with chores, including milking the cows and taking care of sheep, horses and chickens.

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Jubilee Farms

Jubilee Farms

The Weyrichs look forward to a weekly trek to the Bartlesville Farmers Market where they sell their wares and visit with customers. Loyal customers seek out their grass-fed beef, fresh vegetables and wheat flour.

Visitors to the Bartlesville Farmers Market find tables heaped with fresh vegetables and coolers stocked with local beef, but what they don’t see is the time, energy and sweat it takes to produce the healthy, delicious food.

One of Mrs. Weyhrich’s favorite products to grow is Turkey Red Heritage Wheat, brought to Kansas in the 1870s by Mennonite immigrants from Ukraine. The first seeds she was given were from a farmer whose family had been growing it since that time. The Weyhrichs harvested their 10 acres of wheat in June, and the flour is now available from Jubilee Farms at the Bartlesville Farmers Market.

“I like this because it’s something people can’t normally grow in a home garden,” Mrs. Weyhrich said.

Despite growing up in suburban Maryland, she always wanted to live on a farm. Her husband grew up on a farm, and when Mrs. Weyhrich joined him on his in Arkansas, they lived off-the-grid for 12 years. It wasn’t a difficult transition for her, she said. They used solar panels for electricity and she enjoyed the peace and quiet.

“I’ve never been the kind of person who cared if I had appliances on my counter,” Mrs. Weyhrich explained. “I always assumed I’d grow a garden. It probably came more naturally to me than living in suburbia.”

They eventually moved to Coffeyville, KS to a farm with rich river-bed soil, allowing them to grow an abundance of produce.

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Jubilee Farms

“It’s hard work, but the benefits are worth it,” Mrs. Weyhrich said. “One of the things I love about summer is when I can look around and see that almost everything on the table is from our farm.” everything on the table is from our farm. We have our own beef, so we have a lot of hamburger dishes . . .

Fried squash and fried okra . . . and bread from our own wheat.”

The Weyhrich family works in the fields until dusk, so Mrs. Weyhrich takes advantage of the fresh produce to feed the family without much prep work.

“Anything we can eat raw, we do, like tomatoes and cucumbers.”

She cannot imagine living any other life, and she hopes her daughters will carry on this life someday.

“I see so many farmers getting old, and the children aren’t following along, and everything is turning into big corporate farms. I’d really like to see family farming continue. The rewards are there. When you look at your table, and see that everything on the table is from your farm, it’s amazing.”

Eating as many fresh fruits and vegetables as possible has major health benefits. Josh Wright, a local nutritionist, has become an advocate for fresh food.

His journey to a healthier lifestyle began when he was 25 years old, weighed 220 pounds and was anxious and depressed. He began working out and eventually became a personal trainer. But he noticed his clients struggled to see the results they wanted and he found the answer was in the kitchen.

“Food is 70 percent of the battle,” Wright said.

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He began teaching his clients what to cook and how to prepare it and they began to see the extra pounds melt off, he said.

Instead of restricting calories which messes up the metabolism, Wright said he encourages clients to eat more of the right food, ideally every three hours. In time, they begin to have more energy and their thought processes are sharper, Wright said.

Wright began offering food prep parties, where groups of friends can learn how to cook and store nutritious meals. This helps clients stay healthy when, instead of wondering what to cook for dinner and ending up getting fast food, they can go home and eat an alreadyprepared meal.

“Most people don’t eat for performance, they eat for aesthetic,” Wright said. He encourages his clients to eat a lot of protein and vegetables, both of which can be found in abundance in the Bartlesville Farmers Market.

Scientists who study epigenetics, the way genes express themselves in the body, have found that different triggers can “turn on” certain genetics.

External and environmental factors, such as the food people eat and the chemicals and pollution they are exposed to, can switch genes on and off, even in adults.

Jubilee Farms

“You can affect your genetics,” Wright said. “They aren’t locked in. Your genetics are determined by your environment and what you eat, and your genetics are the biggest indicator of disease and things like that that are coming down the road.”

Wehyrich sees the benefit of this in her own family, who she says never gets sick, except for the occasional winter cold. They have never eaten much processed food, a diet Wright would approve of.

“Eating locally-sourced, fresher, more nutritious food is going to be better for your genes,” Wright said. “. .

Eat real food. If it comes with a major food label, you probably shouldn’t touch it.”

Jubilee Farms Samantha’s

Jubilee Farms

Samantha’s

Samantha’s

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Owners Ron and Samantha Nikkel started the gardens for themselves, but they soon began incorporating the fresh food they were growing into the menu.

Samantha’s

Eating real food doesn’t always mean that a person needs to spend much time in the kitchen. When life is too busy to cook at home, local restaurant Samantha’s strives to create unique, healthy dishes. Patrons have the option of relaxing fountainside on the back patio with a prime view of the gardens. Owners Ron and Samantha Nikkel started the gardens for themselves, but they soon began incorporating the fresh food they were growing into the menu.

“It’s fun to walk through a busy restaurant, go to the garden, and pick some peppers or tomatoes or basil and take it into the kitchen fresh from the garden,” Mr. Nikkel said.

Samantha’s

Samantha’s produce is all organic, and they use organic compost in place of fertilizers. This year, they have a great crop of herbs, including oregano, rosemary, and cilantro that are going into menu items like their fresh cilantro pesto. From-the-garden cucumbers and peppers are also incorporated. They are also growing blackberries, strawberries, grapes and cherries, which may be making appearances in Samantha’s fromscratch desserts soon.

Wright encourages everyone to take advantage of such opportunities to eat fresh produce.

“Locally-sourced foods are going to be more nutritious, period,” Wright said. v Find Jubilee Farms products at the Bartlesville Farmers Market, 8:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturdays from May to October at the corner of Frank Phillips and Keeler.

Samantha’s Above - Cilantro Pesto Shrimp over Jasmine Rice, topped off with Pico de Gallo. The cilantro and tomatoes in the dish came straight from the restaurant’s own garden. Samantha’s prides itself on including the freshest ingredients possible in its food.

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For a consultation with Josh Wright, visit wrightfixnutrition.com or call 918-876-2118. Register for Healthy Cooking and Nutrition with Wright at Tri County Technology Center, Sept. 27, 6-9 p.m. Visit tricountytech.edu to sign up.

Samantha’s at 601 E. Fourth Street is open for lunch from 11-2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, and opens for dinner at 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.

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Friday, July 1

9:00 PM

10:00 AM

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Live Music with KALO

Monday, July 4

lawn chair and secure a good spot to watch the grand

4:00 PM

at 9:45 PM. Visit www.bartlesvillefreedomfest.org

Peanuts… Naturally Exhibit

Dewey Duck Derby

Price Tower Arts Center

Don Tyler Park

This exhibit takes a light hearted look at Charles

Saturday, July 2

Come out and join in for a wet and wild event with

Shulz’s exploration of the natural world through

prizes, excitement and intrigue sponsored by Dewey

Peanuts comic strips, videos, and interactive stations.

City Hall and Dewey Civic Association.

finale of Freedom Fest a spectacular fireworks show for more info

Price Tower Free gallery admission from 6:00 - 9:30pm, rides to Freedom Fest along with art and activities.

More info available at www.pricetower.org

4:30 PM 6:30 PM Highland Park’s 4th of July Celebration

Nowata’s Annual 4th of July Celebration Jack Gordon Park – Nowata

300 SE Washington Blvd

8:00 AM

Everything is FREE! Bring your whole family for a fun

Bartlesville Farmers Market

Chamber’s Fundraise Auction beginning at 6:30pm.

evening as we celebrate our country’s Independence

Frank Phillips Park

The Chamber is still looking for donations for the

Day!

Come out and listen to some great music, purchase

auction, if you would like to donate something email

items from the many vendors! See friends, connect

nowatachamber@sbcglobal.net or call 918-273-2301

Join in for family fun, food, turtle races, and the

with neighbors and enjoy the beauty of Bartlesville.

For more info visit www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com

Thursday, July 7 5:00 PM Business After Hours Hilton Garden Inn Business After Hours provides an opportunity for members to highlight their businesses by bringing everyone together for an evening of relaxed, casual networking. Hope to see your business representing!!

7:00 PM KARAOKE

8:30 PM

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Live Music with “High Beams” Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Friday, July 8

9:00 PM Live Music with KALO NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

8:00 PM

Movie Night at Price Tower Watch The Peanuts Movie (2015) outside Price Tower with live Peanuts characters and more! Bring your lawn chairs and the whole family.

Live Music at Copper Bar 15th floor Price Tower

Sunday, July 3 10:30 AM Worship in the Park – Sooner Park First Wesleyan Church invites you to Worship in the Park Sunday, July 3, at 10:30 am at the Sooner Park Band Shell. Followed by a potluck lunch.

Anne Janette Webster

9:00 PM Live Music with “Signal 29” NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

6:00 PM Bartlesville Freedom Fest 2016 Downtown Bartlesville Freedom Fest is a family-friendly festival featuring live entertainment, carnival games, pie contest, lip sync contest, little Mr. & Miss contest, food and drink vendors and fireworks. Kids will have fun with a variety of free games and a kids parade. Bring a blanket or

7:00 PM “Jaws” presented by Bartlesville Film Society Heritage Theatre Café & Pub - Dewey We are pleased to announce the next screening hosted by the Bartlesville Film Society. We will be

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Sunday, July 10

7:00 PM

Sunday, July 17

Hideaway Pizza presents Zodiac!

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Presented by Children’s Musical Theatre

Second Sunday Summer Concerts

Bartlesville Community Center

9:00 PM

Grab the lawn chairs and bring your family and friends

Visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com for all the

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Presented by Children’s Musical Theatre

Live Music with Darrel Cole

out to celebrate summer at our free concerts in

latest info

Bartlesville Community Center

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Downtown Bartlesville, at the corner of Johnstone and

event is open to the public. Admission is FREE and is first come first serve.

7:00 PM

Frank Phillips Blvd. Kid’s Zone, Cold Drinks, Plenty of

Saturday, July 9 8:00 AM Bartlesville Farmers Market Frank Phillips Park Come out and listen to some great music, purchase items from the many vendors! See friends, connect with neighbors and enjoy the beauty of Bartlesville.

For more info visit www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com

12:00 PM 6th Annual James House Memorial Caney Valley Speedway – Caney KS

Hideaway Pizza!

Monday, July 11 10:00 AM Open House – Elder Care

3:00 PM

Visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com for all the

9:00 PM

latest info

Live Music with Back Roads Band NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Monday, July 18

Saturday, July 16

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Elder Care. Learn

8:00 AM

about the different programs we offer while enjoying

Bartlesville Farmers Market

coffee and a pastry. No RSVP is required.

Frank Phillips Park Come out and listen to some great music, purchase

5:30 PM Golden Hour – Elder Care

items from the many vendors! See friends, connect with neighbors and enjoy the beauty of Bartlesville.

For more info visit www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com

8:00 AM

includes live entertainment, food and giveaways.

70th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo July 18th – 24th ALL DAY EVENT

No RSVP required. Entertainment: Narni Roll and

Fairgrounds Arena – Pawhuska

Jerry Bork

Visit www.cavalcaderodeo.com for schedule

Thursday, July 14

Tuesday, July 19

Free social evening for anyone 60 or older. Evening

12:00 PM

10:00 AM

OCRS Sprints

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 6-8

Caney Valley Speedway – Caney KS

“The camp that we always dreamed of attending,”

5:00 PM

3:00 PM

Amateur Radio Technician Class

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Presented by Children’s Musical Theatre

Washington Co. Emergency Operations Center – 3931 SE Adams Starting July 9th 5-9 pm & Sunday the 10th from

Live Music at Copper Bar 15th floor Price Tower Jo Heimain Jazz

latest info

7:00 PM Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Presented by Children’s Musical Theatre

5:00 PM

Bartlesville Community Center

Free movie night with refreshments and a chance to win

Visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com for all the

a $100 Wal-Mart gift card

“War Room” Free Movie Night Northpoint AG Church – Dewey

latest info

8:30 PM KARAOKE Painted Horse Bar & Grille

8:00 PM KARAOKE

Live Music at Copper Bar

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

15th floor Price Tower Desi & Cody

9:00 PM UFC 200 Cormier VS Jones 2 NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Friday, July 15 6:00 PM Pawhusks RUC Playday Fairgrounds Arena Cavalcaders are welcome!

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to officials with the camp. Visit www.woolaroc.org for registration info

Visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com for all the

us to learn the wonderful world of amateur radio &

8:00 PM

incredible day camp hosted by Woolaroc, according

Bartlesville Community Center

2-7pm and every weekend through the 31st, join electronics!

is the best description of what it is like to go to the

8:30 PM Live Music with “Signal 29” Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM

7:30 PM Doenges-KRIG 2nd Annual Country Showdown Finale Pawhuska Cavalcade Street Dance The Doenges-KRIG Country Showdown’s local competition is coming to a close at the Pawhuska Cavalcade Street Dance, where our 3 finalists will be competing for the chance to move on to the State Finale. For the latest info visit www.bartlesvilleradio. com

Wednesday, July 20 10:00 AM Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 6-8 “The camp that we always dreamed of attending,” is the best description of what it is like to go to the incredible day camp hosted by Woolaroc, according

Live Music with Back Roads Band

to officials with the camp. Visit www.woolaroc.org for

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

registration info

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Monday, July 25

Madison Middle School Ignite will be jam-packed with motivational guest speakers (including Brian Jackson, the “Hot Water Bottle Guy,” and Ricky Stafford, a young, inspiring athlete fighting leukemia), team-building activities, hands-on breakout sessions, service projects, dancing, unforgettable experiences, and, of course, fun. Get ready to ignite the leader within! Visit www. eventbrite.com/e/ignite-youth-leadership-conferencetickets for registration info

1:00 PM Beginning Drawing for Adults (high school and older) Bartlesville Art Center - 102 N Cherokee 5-day class 7/25-7/29. $50 fee will go to GoFundMe campaign to ‘Restore the Bartlesville Art Center’. Sign up/ask a question, email jimandamyjenkins@att.net

Bartlesville Farmers Market

Tuesday, July 26

Frank Phillips Park Come out and listen to some great music, purchase items from the many vendors! See friends, connect with neighbors and enjoy the beauty of Bartlesville.

10:00 PM Pawhuska Cavalcade

Friday, July 22

Dance Under the Stars with John Baumann, Texas

8:00 AM

country Singer-songwriter based in Austin, Texas. www.

Ignite Leadership Conference presented by PlayForBurk Foundation

reverbnation.com/johnbaumannsongs

Thursday, July 21 7:30 AM Young Professionals of Bartlesville

Madison Middle School

For more info visit www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com

12:00 PM Weekly Races Caney Valley Speedway – Caney KS

5:00 PM

10:00 AM

Ignite will be jam-packed with motivational guest

“War Room” Free Movie Night

speakers (including Brian Jackson, the “Hot Water

Northpoint AG Church – Dewey

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 9-11

Bottle Guy,” and Ricky Stafford, a young, inspiring

Free movie night with refreshments and a chance to

“The kids had so much fun that each day they

athlete fighting leukemia), team-building activities,

win a $100 Wal-M

went home sharing their stories with parents and grandparents and by the end of camp, we were getting

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

hands-on breakout sessions, service projects,

Would you like to meet other Young Professional in

dancing, unforgettable experiences, and, of course,

Bartlesville? Then join us for coffee and see what it’s all

8:00 PM

fun. Get ready to ignite the leader within! Visit www.

about. Visit www.ypbartlesville.com for more info

eventbrite.com/e/ignite-youth-leadership-conference-

Live Music at Copper Bar

a lot of requests for a Camp Woolaroc for adults!” Visit www.woolaroc.org for registration info

15th floor Price Tower

tickets for registration info

Susan Herndon

Wednesday, July 27

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 6-8

9:00 PM

8:30 PM

10:00 AM

“The camp that we always dreamed of attending,”

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

10:00 AM Live Music with Hi-Fidelics

is the best description of what it is like to go to the to officials with the camp. Visit www.woolaroc.org for

10:00 PM

registration info

Pawhuska Cavalcade Dance Under the Stars with Jason Boland and the

KARAOKE NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM Live Music with Hi-Fidelics NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Pawhuska Cavalcade

went home sharing their stories with parents and grandparents and by the end of camp, we were getting a lot of requests for a Camp Woolaroc for adults!” Visit www.woolaroc.org for registration info

Stragglers. Having spent the better part of the last 15 years entrenching himself in “red dirt” of his native state of Oklahoma and adopted home in Texas.

10:00 PM Pawhuska Cavalcade Dance Under the Stars with Cody Johnson. Cody

10:00 PM

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 9-11 “The kids had so much fun that each day they

incredible day camp hosted by Woolaroc, according

7:00 PM

Live Music with Mark Gibson

Saturday, July 23

Dance Under the Stars with Cory Morrow’s rollicking,

8:00 AM

soulful, feel-good Texas country.

Ignite Leadership Conference

Johnson’s unique blend of Country and Rock lets folks appreciate the real thing.

Thursday, July 28 10:00 AM Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning for ages 9-11 “The kids had so much fun that each day they went home sharing their stories with parents and

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grandparents and by the end of camp, we were getting a lot of requests for a Camp Woolaroc for adults!” Visit www.woolaroc.org for registration info

8:00 PM Movies in the Ville presented by Main Street Bartlesville, inc

Saturday, July 30

Oklahoma Edge Softball Tryouts

8:00 AM

For more info contact Sara Berry at 918.214.7060

Wesleyan Fields on Tuxedo

Arvest Parking Lot - Downtown

Bartlesville Farmers Market

7:00 PM

This summer outdoor movies return to downtown

Frank Phillips Park

KARAOKE

12:00 PM

Bartlesville, as Main Street Bartlesville, Inc. presents

Come out and listen to some great music, purchase

“Movies in the Ville”, a free movie night located in the

items from the many vendors! See friends, connect

Weekly Races

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heart of downtown. This family friendly event attracted

with neighbors and enjoy the beauty of Bartlesville.

hundreds of people to lasts year’s movie night events

For more info visit www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com

Friday, July 29

and is sure to be even bigger this year. **Movie TBD** Visit www.mainstreetbartlesville.org for all the details!

7:00 PM She Worships City Church – 4222 Rice Creek Rd Ladies, come out for City Church’s women’s event, She Worships. You can expect amazing worship, a great message, and time with the girls. This free event is for all ages, and childcare is provided. Come join the fun!

9:00 PM Live Music with Back Roads Band NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Hoops for Homes Three on Three Basketball Tournament Adams Boulevard Church of Christ Come Join us to support our organization, celebrate the possibilities and have fun in our 3 on 3 tournament! Registration at 8am, tournament begins at 9 a.m. To pre-register your team of 3 or 4, visit www. familypromisewc-ok.org/hoops .

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Caney Valley Speedway – Caney KS

8:30 PM Live Music with Jake Hemphill Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM Live Music with Back Roads Band NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

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The French Nest Boutique Expands to Pawhuska

by Lori Esser Nestled among the specialty shops in downtown Bartlesville along Frank Phillips Blvd, you can’t help but notice the real-life Pinterest adornments that decorate the windows of The French Nest.

Candi Peaster opened her business in 2011 in Pennington Hills Shopping Center. Her initial customers were mostly those passing by on their way to the salon next door which led to wordof-mouth growth. Two years later, when a space downtown became available, she knew it was time for a change.

“I felt like I was too secluded,” she added. “People would eventually find me, but I have better visibility being downtown.”

Since moving, she’s noticed a significant increase in business.

She’s active with the Bartlesville Boutique District and stays open late every Thursday for those that can’t find time to browse during lunch in her shabby chic home décor and gift store.

“I get so many positive comments about my store,” Peaster said.

“It makes me feel so good when people bring in their out-of-town guests to show off the local shops.”

She recently added to her inventory several dip mixes, Corkcicle canteens and tumblers, and two

candle lines on top of her cake plates, container sets, aprons, greeting cards, and custom floral arrangements. The French Nest also carries a line of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® that is trending among do-it-yourselfers seeking to give old furniture new life.

Recently, Peaster was given the suggestion to open a store in Pawhuska. She had developed a fan-base in the nearby town who would make the drive to pick up a supply for multiple women on a regular basis. So, when Peaster discovered a downtown vacancy, she snagged it.

“We opened our doors at 129 E Main in Pawhuska in March,” she said. “We have the same French country products, but with a vintage feel. We’ve been so well received by the community. Other businesses and the Chamber have been supportive of me opening. They couldn’t be more helpful.”

Peaster added there is an amplified buzz waking up the quiet town with the excitement of The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, opening a place downtown.

“Pawhuska is starting to look ahead at what’s coming,” she explained.

“There’s a lot going on that you wouldn’t think in a smaller town. It’s very exciting.”

Originally from southern California, Peaster never saw herself as a small business owner. As a wife of an urologist, she spent time on a family farm in Kansas before moving to Bartlesville in 2003. She enjoyed floral arranging and interior design, but needed more space which led to opening the store.

“It started out as a replacement for when my three sons and daughter left the nest,” she said. “It’s been a good fit as I love color and fabrics. I love staying busy turning something pretty out of nothing.”

There is almost always something happening at The French Nest, between sales, discounts and special events. There are workshops for chalk paint, Pinterest parties and other stenciling projects at both locations. Open studio space is available every Thursday for $10 plus paint purchase. Snacks and refreshments are provided. Private parties are available for groups. Visit facebook.com/TheFrenchNestOK for information and dates. v Bartlesville store hours are Monday through Friday 10-5:30 p.m. and until 7 p.m. Thursdays.

Pawhuska store hours are Wednesday through Friday 11-5:30 p.m. and Saturday 11-4 p.m.

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FORTY UNDER 40

UPDATE Two years ago this July, bMonthly featured our 40-Under-40 comprised of young professionals in the energy sector, local government, health care and finance.

The list also included small business owners, coaches and leaders in the nonprofit world.

Candidates were nominated by business and community leaders who presented to us a group of individuals known to them not only for professional success, but for their contributions as volunteers in organizations and events throughout the year. Most of the young leaders who were featured not only served on boards, they held the officers’ positions requiring extra responsibility and hours.

We thought it was about time to give you an update on a group of four who continue to improve our community through their outstanding efforts. Chosen from the original 40, the four standouts on the following pages continue to exemplify what it takes to bring out the best in Bartlesville.

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Nathan Barham Nathan continues his tenure at Sutterfield Financial Group, Inc., where he serves as Senior Vice President and partner. The SFG, Inc. enterprise companies now collectively own over 75,000 square feet of real estate in the heart of downtown, employ over 30 people in their local office, and was named the Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Year in 2015. Through the support of SFG, Inc., Nathan spends as much time as possible advancing the interests of our clients, employees and community.

Nathan serves on the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Commerce, Ray of Hope Advocacy Center, Dynamic Independence, the Richard Kane YMCA and the Bartlesville Softball League.

Nathan also teaches high school and elementary Junior Achievement classes and coaches his son’s youth football, basketball and baseball teams. In his free time, Nathan enjoys golfing and going to the lake with his family.

Sara Freeman Sara Freeman moved to Bartlesville in 2002. After becoming involved in many local non-profits and community events, Sara found her niche in being a Community Ambassador. She just celebrated 10 years with Truity Credit Union and spends time working both in Houston and Bartlesville. Sara will become President of the Board of Directors for Bartlesville Regional United Way on July 1, 2016 and she still serves as vice president on the Ray of Hope Advocacy Center Board.

In 2013 Sara founded a seasonal consignment business called WeeCycle Bartlesville. In three short years the business has almost tripled in size! This year they are planning three events for 2016! Sara joined the Bartlesville Public School Board Foundation and she is excited to work on the Hall of Fame Breakfast committee for the organization.

Sara and her husband Bryan are raising three children ages 10, 7 and 4. “I have a passion for telling others about all the reasons Bartlesville is a great place to live no matter your circumstance. Young, old, single, married, kids or no-kids, we have a community that will welcome you and find a place for you to thrive.”

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Stephanie Lief Since being honored as being a 40 under 40 candidate 2 years ago, Stephanie Lief has continued to inspire new generations in her personal life was well as her professional career to search within themselves to find their hidden talents and shine. She was promoted to a Human Resource Business Partner for North America with Sitel and helps strategically guide employee engagement and growth initiatives though multiple sites. She was a key lead in creating and launching Sitel’s National Charitable Giving Fund and a key lead in organizing community involvement activities for all of Sitel’s North American sites.

Stephanie continues to serve as President and Fundraising Director for Bartlesville SunFest and just concluded another very successful year of promoting Bartlesville through this organization.

She also serves as a Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce advocate and a Parent Volunteer for the Bartlesville Schools. She has also been involved in idea generation and activity planning for Freedom Fest.

Always living by her motto of selling what you believe in, Stephanie is excited to continue unlocking the hidden treasures of Bartlesville and teaching her children, employees, family, and friends the value of volunteerism and giving back.

John J. Kane In November of 2014, John was elected to serve the City of Bartlesville as a council member for Ward 2. In that capacity, he serves on the City Planning Commission, Street and Sewer Infrastructure Oversight Committee, and the Water Resources Board.

This year, he will be stepping into two new roles with the Chamber of Commerce, joining their board, and he will co-chair the Leadership Bartlesville program.

“Our community is made up of many committed and communitycentric individuals. I am humbled to be considered among them,” says John. Over the past two years, some parts of his life have remained static while other parts have changed significantly.

John is still involved in the cattle industry, with his dad, and partner in Kane Cattle Company, LLC. He continues to be involved in the Bartlesville Rotary Club, Young Professionals of Bartlesville, and the Bartlesville Community Foundation.

photo by Tony Lehmer

John’s daughter, Natalie, will be five in December, and son, John W., will be two in September. John and his wife Alicia are expecting their third child in July. John claims, “I am incredibly blessed to have their love and support. Much of my ability to be involved in our community is due to their patience and flexibility.”

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community month in Pawhuska at the Cavalcade Street Dance on Tuesday, July 19 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Winner at that event will advance to the state competition with the potential of moving on to the regional, then national competition in Nashville, which includes a TV appearance and a $100,000 prize package.

Showdown Finals Within Sight

by Linda Keller

The Country Showdown is America’s oldest and largest music talent competition. It has helped launch the careers of numerous country music legends including Oklahoma’s own Garth Brooks and Carrie Underwood as well as Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley and hundreds more.

Each year, thousands of aspiring country music artists compete at Country Showdowns in some 700 live music competition events throughout the country—all of them hosted by local radio stations.

For the past two years KRIG 104.9 and the Doenges Family of Autos has hosted the event in Bartlesville. This year, the Second Annual Showdown began with a preliminary competition in May at Washington Park Mall, an event that drew 30 contestants.

Fifteen were selected that day to move on to the semi-finals. They were divided into three groups of five and scheduled to perform in three live performances throughout June.

Semi-finalists included Eric Aubery, Roy Bingham, Cali Creek, Celeste Drowatzky, Summer Flenniken, Annie Hart, Alexis Jergenson, Axyl Langford,

Rusty Meyers, Suzzanne Marie, Hailey Rayl, Bryanna Swan, Nicole White, Josie Zepeda, and Rachael & Jolie.

At the first semi-finals competition at Heritage Theatre Café & Pub in Dewey, two brothers from Lenapah, OK, Jake and Wes Lowrey who call themselves Cali Creek walked away winners for their performance of their original song, “The End.” Josie Zepeda won the second round of semi-finals hosted at the Doenges Family of Autos dealership with her rendition of How Great Thou Art. Third semi-finalist winner, was singersongwriter Rusty Meyers who wowed the crowd with his performances of Alan Jackson, George Strait and Brooks & Dunn songs at Whiskey Bent Pub. Three judges at each event evaluated the performances using a 10-point scale in several categories, allowing contestants to earn points on their vocals, marketability, stage presence and overall talent. Bonus points were given for contestants performing their own musical compositions.

Jason Brimer said, “The Doenges Family is proud to sponsor the Country Showdown. It’s exciting to think we could be looking at the national winner right here”.

Kaleb Potter from KRIG added, “This community event provides aspiring artists in our area an opportunity for state, regional and national exposure while promoting a greater appreciation of country music.”

Promotions Director, Jeri Melton agreed, “We’re glad to offer Country Showdown because there are a great number of artists here looking to break through in the music world.

This gives them an opportunity.”

Despite its humble beginning 30 years ago, the Country Showdown has become a major source of rising country music stars. It endures as a keystone in the industry because of its consistency in bringing some of the best undiscovered rising talent to the national stage. Just scanning the list of big-name stars the competition has produced makes it readily apparent that Country Showdown has been the catalyst for some amazing careers.

At any rate, many have enjoyed the live performances of local talent who may well show up at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium to claim final victory in January, 2017.

Admission to the local competitions, including finals, is free. More information on Nashville admission is available by calling the Showdown office at 615-321-5130. v

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Greek Restaurants

Bartlesville’s Historic

courtesy of The Bartlesville Area History Museum

Left and Above - The Blatz Bar and Cafe owned by the Galanis family at Third Street and Keeler Avenue

The Greek families of Washington County, Oklahoma left their native land of Greece in search of prosperity. For many, the initial voyage was made by a single family member. As life was established in the United States of America, they would send for others in the family to join them. But for some, homesickness would call them back to Greece. For those with the fortitude to stay, America became their home; and they have left their mark on this land.

Above - Nick and Lily Kountoupis family restaurant, the Coney Island, 328 S. Dewey Avenue. Currently the location of Weeze’s Cafe Left - Nick Kountoupis’ Mecca Cafe Restaurant was located on the alley between Third and Second Streets at Johnstone Avenue

Many took to the land and farmed the Washington County countryside to supply the area with a food supply of fruit and vegetables. While others nurtured the county with their restaurants, opened grocery stores or presented their wares and abilities in other ways. Many worked hard to send money home to Greece while supporting their own families to help in the National Greek War Relief Association.

This program was established to collect money to supply war ravaged and poverty-stricken Greece with much needed food and supplies during times of war and recovery. Hard work was a trait the Greek families had instilled deep into their beings.

They brought to Washington County their drive and determination to succeed in whatever business they established.v

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Competition for a Cause Three on three tournament to benefit Family Promise

by Abigail Singrey

Ever wish you were a Thunder player? Daydream of basketball greatness?

Show off your skills and make a difference in people’s lives at the third annual Hoops for Homes basketball tournament on July 30, benefiting Family Promise.

Teams of three or four can register on the Family Promise website.

Teams will be split into divisions based on gender and age.

For Thunder fans, the traveling OG&E ThunderBolt will be on site, providing an interactive, Thunder-themed experience. The ThunderBolt vehicle includes a trivia game, photo booth, stations where fans can find out how they measure up against Thunder players, and a “You Make the Call” video station.

All proceeds will benefit Family Promise, whose mission is to help homeless families achieve independence through a community-based response. Family Promise is part of a national network of 200 affiliates making a difference using a proven methodology.

Several years ago, some local community members began laying groundwork to open an affiliate in Bartlesville. In September 2015, the first families were taken into the program.

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program touches lives,” said Kevin Bjornen, Board of Trustees Member.

A network of churches have come on board to house the families and provide a safe place for them to sleep. Each week, the families rotate to a different church. During the day, Family Promise provides transportation to school or work.

The adults who do not have a job are transported to the Day Center in the Anchor House, where Family Promise Director Ashli Sikes works with each family individually to set goals and find available resources.

She helps them address the issues that led to their homelessness.

Computers are available to assist families in searching for jobs, house hunting, or enrolling in classes.

Last fall, a family of six - two parents, four kids - joined the program. They had been living in a house with no utilities, but the situation had become unbearable.

With some help from Family Promise, both parents were able to find jobs in Bartlesville. The mother now works at Lowe’s and the father

started a handyman business. With both parents employed, the family was able to save up enough money for a down payment on a place of their own.

“We’ve had some stellar successes,” Bjornen said. “Some families have come in in a pretty bad place and left in a better place.”

The basketball tournament helps raise necessary funds for operating expenses during the year, Bjornen explained.

“Bartlesville has always been benevolent. We have a tradition of that here,” Bjornen said, as evidenced in one way by the grant the program received from Bartlesville Regional United Way. v Hoops for Homes will be held on July 30 at Adams Boulevard Church of Christ. Registration is at 8 a.m. and the tournament begins at 9 a.m. To register, visit www. familypromisewc-ok.org/hoops.

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