HOLIDAYS & GIVING
Happy Holidays!
Welcome to our Holidays & Giving issue, and the final issue of 2024!
For many, the season isn't complete without seeing a local production of The Nutcracker. Last year, we took a behind-the-scenes look at the OU production of this holiday classic. In this issue, we look backstage at the making of the Oklahoma City Ballet's lavish production, to be staged Dec. 14-23 at the Civic Center Music Hall in OKC. The pro duction has been re-envisioned to include several new characters, a few new twists and a lot more magic, according to artistic director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye. See story, page 18.
Do you find yourself hosting large family and/or work/friend gatherings during the holidays? Would you like more space to accommodate them but aren't ready to move? As early as next Christmas, your wish could come true. Attic Conversions offers options for full renovations and remodeling, or smaller-scale projects like loft remodeling. Frequently, a home’s square footage can be doubled without the owners having to sacrifice the lawn and patio space required with a traditional add-on expansion. Turn to page 30 to learn more.
You'll also read about a bank that's celebrating 50 years of top-notch banking service and a long history of giving back to the community. Quail Creek Bank opened for business on Dec. 4, 1974, at 12201 N. May Ave., just across May from the blossoming neighborhood’s other new attraction, Northpark Mall. Through its “We Love Our Community” initiative, scores of central Oklahoma organizations—in education, health care, faith communities, and more—benefit from the active participation of the bank’s executive staff and employees. Story on page 24.
Finally, read about City Lifestyle's annual giving campaign (page 36), and nominate someone you believe deserves a Christmas blessing.
Publisher Jimmy Darden and I wish you and yours a joyous holiday season. See you next year!
JERRI CULPEPPER, MANAGING EDITOR @CITYLIFESTYLE_OKC
December 2024
PUBLISHER
Jimmy Darden | jimmy.darden@citylifestyle.com 05.541.5650
MANAGING EDITOR
Jerri Culpepper | jerri.culpepper@citylifestyle.com
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Tiarra “Tea” Harper
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Melissa "Mel" Drake
Harlea Robinson
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Jerri Culpepper, Mel Drake, Staci Elder Hensley, Lestari Kusumawardani
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Jana Carson, Hannah Hudson, Shevaun Williams Photography
Corporate Team
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Andrew Sapad
LAYOUT DESIGNER Kirstan Lanier
inside the issue
1-3: Oklahoma City Ballet held its Fifth Annual Ballet Under the Stars Sept. 13 at Scissortail Park. People of all ages turned out for the free evening performance, featuring selections from some of classical ballet’s most beloved dances plus new contemporary choreography, creating a fast-paced, eclectic showcase.
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city scene
1-7: Urban Kitchens celebrated its 25th year in business Oct. 17 by inviting customers, friends, family, vendors and associates in the construction business for a celebration at their design studio. 1: Urban Kitchens’ Megan Crowe, Neila Crank-Clements, Jo Meacham 2: Enjoying the anniversary party 3: Linda Goeringer 4: Jennifer and Gil James 5: Shara Castillo, Jeanne Snider 6: Kyle Guethle, Amy Diaz, Andrew Diaz, Evelyn Diaz 7: Michale Stapleton, Jane Jenkins, Terri Sadler
1-3: The Paseo Arts Association held its 18th annual FEAST (Funding Emerging Artists with Sustainable Tactics) Oct. 15 at City + State Venue + Events. Amber Andersen was the community’s choice from the five presentations given. 1: FEAST finalists Charles Martin, Sophia Marsh, Amber Andersen, Whitney Allen, Leondre Lattimore 3: Amber Andersen, Mikel Robinson, Candee Brossman Photography by Connor Albrightson
business monthly
A ROUNDUP OF NEWS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar Opens in OAK in OKC
Tommy Bahama, a pioneer of the combined restaurant-retail experience, has made its debut in Oklahoma with the recent opening of a Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar at OAK in Oklahoma City. Located at 2101 NW 50th St., Suite 100, the new, 8,000-square-foot space features a bar with signature cocktails and shareable food, as well as a retail store with Tommy Bahama men’s/women’s sportswear, activewear and swim collections, as well as home entertaining and décor items.
OKC Museum of Art Exhibit to Honor Museum’s 80th Anniversary
On Feb. 8, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art will open an exhibition in celebration of the museum’s 80-year history. From the Vault: The 80th Anniversary Exhibition will be one of the largest displays of the museum’s permanent collection to date, highlighting its depth and strengths by showcasing more than 150 works that have either never been displayed or have not been on view in the past five years. The exhibition runs through April 27.
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Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas at Remington Park
Step into a world of real holiday magic at Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas, running through Dec. 29 at Remington Park. Holiday revelers can look forward to an array of joyful activities and cherished experiences, including 55,000 square feet of dazzling light sculptures, a market square, ice skating, a snow slide, live entertainment, holiday food and beverages, and photos with Santa. For more information visit RemingtonPark.com/classic-christmas.
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Premier Healthcare to Expand
Premier Healthcare ( PremierHealthcareok.com) recently broke ground on its new location in southwest OKC/west Moore, conveniently located just around the corner. The new address will be 709 SW 119th St., Oklahoma City 73170. Family nurse practitioners Amber N. Redding-Slootheer and Roy M. Slootheer are excited to continue providing excellent care to current and future patients in their new, expanded facility.
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Lavish Production to Feature New Choreography and Sets, Props, Lighting and Costumes
ARTICLE BY JERRI CULPEPPER
OKC Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Courtney Connor Jones, principal as Sugar Plum Fairy; Alejandro González, principal as The Nutcracker Prince; with Erina Tanaka, Corps de Ballet, as Marie during dress rehearsals. (Photo by Shevaun Williams)
Oklahoma City Ballet’s lavish production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, to be staged Dec. 14-23 at the Civic Center Music Hall, will feature new choreography and sets, props, lighting and costumes created by some of the nation’s top designers and artisans.
It’s also has been re-envisioned to include several new characters, a few new twists and a lot more magic, according to artistic director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye.
In this new production, made possible by Devon Energy and The Chickasaw Nation, “we’re not merely staging a performance; we’re crafting a warm, wholesome, holiday story, and a visually stunning masterpiece for our audience," Ryan said.
Ryan’s dream team includes legendary costume designer Holly Hynes, who designed almost 200 costumes for this production. Holly was the director of costumes for New York City Ballet for 21 years and has worked with dozens of domestic and international ballet companies.
Holly and Ryan envisioned the new costume designs together, and Holly is overseeing the construction of each costume utilizing 18 highly skilled artisans and makers.
“The costumes for OKC’s The Nutcracker will beautifully capture the charm and elegance of 1906 life. Picture the grand house's drawing room filled with rich velvets and silks decorating dancing couples transforming into an imaginative battlefield for Clara, where quirky pirate mice engage in a dreamlike skirmish against boys from the party militia,” Holly said.
“This whimsical journey continues into the luscious Land of Sweets, traversing a snowy voyage alongside Clara and her siblings. We'll feature dessert-inspired costumes from various countries, blending the familiar with the unusual. It's the timeless story we know, infused with delightful new twists.”
World-renowned custom costume designer Eric Winterling is creating the all-new Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier costumes, the Coffee costumes and the Snow Queen. Eric has created pieces for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel , HBO’s The Gilded Age, Broadway’s Funny Girl , Wicked and Frozen , plus some of the nation’s top ballet companies, now including Oklahoma City Ballet.
Other makers involved in this production boast major names on their resumes, including The Greatest Showman , Beetlejuice, Warhorse, Dickenson , Moulin Rouge, Star Trek, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and theater productions like Hamilton , The Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, Aladdin and The Rockettes. Spamalot Revival, plus numerous ballet companies.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 405.848.TOES or online at OKCBallet.org/performances
Daniel Cooke, Corps de Ballet, as Drosselmeyer, performs during rehearsals.
(Photo by Shevaun Williams)
Courtney Connor Jones is fitted for the role of Aunt. (Photo by Hannah Hudson)
Close-up of a set design for The Nutcracker. (Photo provided)
Cobalt Studios artists work on a set design. (Photo provided)
Alejandro González is being fitted by an artisan costumer in New York City. (Photo by Hannah Hudson)
Courtney Connor Jones with a costumer in her Sugar Plum Fairy tutu. (Photo by Hannah Hudson)
OKC VIBES:
Mel & Lestari’s Insider Scoop to the City!
ARTICLE BY MEL DRAKE AND LESTARI KUSUMAWARDANI PHOTOGRAPHY BY HARLEA ROBINSON
Hey there, fabulous friends of Oklahoma City! Mel and Lestari here, bubbling with excitement as we unwrap this month’s theme: “Gifting the Gift of Experiences.” December is all about creating memories, and what better way than gifting experiences that bring joy and warmth?
Imagine this: sipping hot cocoa while twinkling lights dance on Broadway, gliding gracefully (or not!) on the Devon Ice Rink, or losing yourself in the enchanting world of the Oklahoma City Ballet’s Nutcracker at the Civic Center Music Hall. These are the gifts that keep on giving, folks!
WHAT TO DO
The Nutcracker Ballet
Oklahoma City Ballet with the OKC Philharmonic and Canterbury Voices Civic Center Music Hall
201 N. Walker Ave., Oklahoma City Dec. 14-23 okcballet.org/performance/the-nutcracker
Devon Ice Skating Rink
Myriad Botanical Gardens
113 S. Robinson Ave.
Nov. 8 to Feb. 2
DowntowninDecember.com
Lights on Broadway
Automobile Alley
Nov. 30, Dec. 7 & 14
DowntowninDecember.com
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
Find holiday warmth in every sip Katiebug’s Sips & Sweets
7 NW 9th St., Oklahoma City KatiebugsOKC.com
WHERE TO SHOP
Shop local, support Native-owned treasures Plenty Mercantile
807 North Broadway Ave., Oklahoma City PlentyMercantile.com
WHERE TO GIVE
Ring in change, brighten someone’s holiday
The Salvation Army CentralUSA.salvationarmy.org
UNTIL NEXT MONTH!
These are just a few ways to make this December truly special. With so many fantastic experiences to choose from, “Gifting the Gift of Experiences” is bound to become your new holiday tradition. Let’s make this season unforgettable by sharing the joy, the laughter, and the love that makes OKC shine bright!
Wishing you all the warmth and holiday cheer!
Love, Mel & Lestari
LESTARI KUSUMAWARDANI
Originally from Jakarta, Indonesia, Lestari has made OKC her home since 2001. As the Oklahoma City Ballet's marketing manager, she has a stellar track record of successful campaigns. In her downtime, she enjoys exploring the local performing arts and culinary scenes.
MELISSA “MEL” DRAKE
Melissa “Mel” Drake is a talented photographer and dedicated classroom teacher based in Oklahoma City. In her free time, she enjoys discovering fun local OKC activities, traveling domestically and internationally, and whipping up delicious cocktails.
ARTICLE BY JERRI CULPEPPER
Celebrates 50 Years Quail Creek Bank
DESPITE GROWING AND EVOLVING TO MEET 21ST-CENTURY NEEDS AND EXPECTATIONS, BANK’S LEADERSHIP CONTINUES TO PUT THE FOCUS ON PEOPLE
The Quail Creek Bank Board of Directors continue to lead the bank into the future.
Imagine walking into your bank to a warm greeting by a teller or other staff member. They know your name, and you know theirs, because they’ve worked at the bank for years (many for 10 years or more). And if your visit falls on a Friday, you can grab a fresh-baked cookie to munch on while you wait to conduct your business.
At Quail Creek Bank in Oklahoma City—which this year is celebrating its 50th anniversary—customer service is taken seriously. Though that doesn’t mean the atmosphere is cold and impersonal, as it is at many banks. A key component of this unique, independent community bank’s philosophy is a focus on creating a fun and friendly atmosphere for both clients and its employees.
Quail Creek Bank opened for business on Dec. 4, 1974, at 12201 N. May Ave., just across May from the blossoming neighborhood’s other new attraction, Northpark Mall. It started with a staff of 14 – including three officers with more than 40 years of banking experience, five paying/receiving tellers and two discount tellers.
In a news release, it was noted that the bank featured up-to-date drive-in facilities, a commercial drive-in window and three visual pneumatic drive-in stations with the provision for two additional stations.
From such auspicious beginnings, the bank weathered numerous ups and downs. Among the latter: worldwide economic roller coasters, six bank robberies, the feared threats of Y2K, a flood, and of course, most recently, COVID-19. Most devastating locally was the oil bust of the 1980s, which has been compared to a second Great Depression for this state and our neighbors to the south. Between 1982 and 1987, 69 Oklahoma banks failed statewide. Quail Creek Bank managed to survive.
On the “up” side, Quail Creek Bank has witnessed steady growth over the years, with total assets growing
Quail Creek Bank in Oklahoma City is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Quail Creek Bank opened for business Dec. 4, 1974, at 12201 N. May Ave., across May from the blossoming neighborhood’s other new attraction, Northpark Mall.
James Womack, a teacher and coach at Northwest Classen High School, being recognized as the Hometown Hero by QCB and KWTV
from $3 million in 1974 to over $69 million by 1986, then $402 million in 2008, to $842 million by 2021.
Through it all, Quail Creek Bank continues as one of the “Top Performing Banks” in the nation; as of last year, it was ranked 384 out of 2,856 banks in the United States with assets between $100 million and $1 billion based on the last three-year average return on equity.
Quail Creek Bank has grown in physical space, as well. It underwent its first major expansion in 1982; in April 2013, it opened a new south facility, followed by an update to the exterior and a remodel of the original building.
While the bank has added numerous services over the past half-century—most based on technological advances and for the convenience of its clientele—including mobile banking, electronic bill pay, person-to-person payments, e-statements, and online loan and mortgage applications—it turns out Oklahomans still want a “banker.” And Quail Creek Bank is happy to oblige.
The bank’s executive team—President & CEO Doug Fuller, Chief Lending Officer John A. Workun, Chief Operating Officer Carol Fehrle, Chief Financial Officer James Griffith, Chief Communication and Innovation Officer Erin D. Batey, and Chief Credit Officer Jerika Coffman—have a combined 136 years of service at Quail Creek Bank.
“It’s a people business,” President Fuller said. “Whether it’s customers, employees or shareholders, it comes back to people.”
More than 50 of Quail Creek Bank’s current staff have been with the bank for 10 years or more, and half of that number have been with the bank for two decades or longer.
The integrity of bank leadership combined with a family atmosphere paves the way to employee loyalty, Phyllis Ford, vice president
QCB commercial lender David Sine and assistant,Shelli Fiscus
Bank employees enjoy supporting area schools through financial literacy programs and sports.
Some of QCB’s Financial Literacy all-stars at a pinkout basketball game! From left: Kathleen Mastbrook, Dianna Pritchett, Pam Duran, Allie Richardson
for operations/wires & tellers, is quoted as saying in an anniversary book, The Gold Standard: Celebrating the First Fifty Years of Quail Creek Bank, forthcoming from NightOWL Publications Inc.
“Everyone here loves to work at Quail Creek Bank and knows that they are a valued employee by the many perks that are offered to the employees from upper management,” said Ford, who came to work at the bank in 1980, making her the longest-tenured employee among current staff.
The bank has an entertainment (or culture) committee whose focus is to make memorable employee events part of the fabric of the bank. It organizes events for employees and their families such as Easter egg hunts, picnics, Christmas parties and lake parties, while management celebrates milestones and achievements on various levels to help make employees feel appreciated. Other employee perks include 401k matching, Employee of the Month/ Year recognitions, Quail Cash, and widespread staff participation in community volunteer programs.
Through the “We Love Our Community” initiative, scores of central Oklahoma organizations—in education, health care, faith communities, and more—benefit from the active participation of the bank’s executive staff and employees.
This unique initiative has benefited Hearts for Hearing, Community Literacy Centers Inc., Mercy Health Foundation, Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children, and neighboring schools, to name a few. Even the bank’s annual Customer Christmas Party is community-minded, with the nonprofit Santa’s Cause as the beneficiary of the bank’s and customers’ largesse.
“We try to let everybody know that we are in the community with them,” Bert Olah, the bank’s vice chairman, is quoted as
The Quail Creek Bank client services team is always ready to assist!
Photo of a Quail Creek Bank ad announcing its grand opening and open house
Moore Police Department Staff Sgt. Alan Wallace, who also is a volunteer percussion teacher at Southmoore High School, is honored by KFOR and Quail Creek Bank with the ‘Proud to Serve” award. The check was donated to Southmoore Percussion on his behalf.
A teacher is all smiles as she is presented with a check as KOCO and Quail Creek Bank Teacher of the Month.
“We try to let everybody know that we are in the community with them. We are trying to be part of the community to help it grow; in return, it will help us grow.”
saying in the anniversary book. “We are trying to be part of the community to help it grow; in return, it will help us grow.”
In a letter to shareholders, customers and employees, also published in the anniversary book, president and CEO Doug Fuller observed: From our humble beginnings, we have steadfastly remained committed to our core guiding principles: integrity, customer service, community involvement, and financial strength. These principles have served as our foundation, guiding us through decades of growth and change, and they continue to be the bedrock of our operations today.”
In his preface to the anniversary book, current Quail Creek Bank chairman Mark Davenport shares a similar viewpoint: “Our bank has survived 50 years in a fiercely competitive financial service/banking industry by having great people, great leaders, a highly focused mission of doing great banking with heart, and the discipline to stay small enough to keep our family vibe but big enough to grow.”
Davenport foresees a bright future for the bank, observing: “We view the next 50 years as an opportunity to further strengthen our relationships with our shareholders, customers, employees and the communities we serve. Together, we will continue to chart a course toward even greater success, always mindful of our responsibility to each of you. … Our commitment to innovation, excellence and community remains unwavering. We look forward to serving you with the same dedication and passion that has defined Quail Creek Bank for the past five decades.”
Learn more about Quail Creek Bank at quailcreek.bank
BEAUTIFUL HOME PLANS
for the way we live today
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For over 35 years, Brent Gibson Classic Home Design has been the premier residential custom home designer for Edmond, Oklahoma City and throughout the state, setting high standards of excellence in home design.
CUSTOM CONTRACTING BUSINESS SPECIALIZES IN ATTIC TRANSFORMATIONS
Nowhere to Go But Up
ARTICLE BY STACI ELDER HENSLEY
“People need more space for a variety of reasons, and with an attic conversion there’s also a real value in being able to stay in one place.”
If space is at a premium in your house and it’s time to expand, “movin’ on up” might be your best option. Not moving to a fancier neighborhood mind you, but literally building upwards to create the exact type of spaces you need.
That’s where Attic Conversions can help. For 15 years, owner James Howell has offered attic transformations as part of his larger custom home contracting business.
“I was already doing a couple of attic jobs, and it seemed like a good area to focus on,” he said.
“Then the local Home Magazine offered to run a free ad for us, which got mailed out across the metro area. We got tons of calls, and that’s kind of what launched it.”
Attic Conversions offers options for full renovations and remodeling, or smaller-scale projects like new flooring or loft remodeling.
Many customers want to add an entire bedroom and bathroom to their house. Game rooms and office space are popular choices.
Some clients have even added a bedroom/ bathroom/kitchen combination and then rented out the space, James said.
On average, most clients end up with a renovated space between 700 to 900 square feet.
By building up instead of out, homeowners can significantly increase the square footage of their home, in turn increasing its value.
Frequently, James said, a home’s square footage can be doubled without the owners having to
sacrifice the lawn and patio space required with a traditional add-on expansion. He initially realized that particular benefit way back in 1995, when he built out the attic of his own family’s home, taking it from 1,800 to 2,700 square feet.
“People need more space for a variety of reasons, and with an attic conversion there’s also a real value in being able to stay in one place,” James said.
“Someone may love the neighborhood they live in and not want to move; they may have a mortgage with a low interest rate; they don’t want to transfer their kids to different schools; or they may have some other reason for staying where they’re at. In all these cases, attic conversion is a perfect option, especially since they’re solving the space problem while adding significantly to the value of the home.”
The company’s employees don’t just redesign attics—by extension, they change lives.
Customer Holly Barrón, for instance, said her family’s quality of life hugely improved after the transformation of their attic, which added 1,100 new square feet of office and family living space, plus a bathroom.
The parents of several young children, Holly and her husband, Luke, had set up Keaton’s Kindness Club Foundation: The K Club in honor of their son Keaton, who passed away from leukemia at age 8. (Learn more about their story at kclubkindness.org). The foundation had grown,
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It is definitely a significant investment, but in the end is well worth it because of the value added to the home. “ ”
Bed and bath combos are a popular option when "building up."
as had their family, and the couple didn’t have the office or family space they needed. Attic Conversions solved the problem.
“They were great to work with,” Holly said. “Any time we had a question they were on it, and they were patient even when we asked some of those questions over and over. We’ve referred them to many others.
“We are really enjoying the space,” she added. “We’ve had company over; we celebrated Christmas up there. We tell everyone that it’s like our lake house that we don’t have to drive to!”
Cost and time factors, like all home projects, vary widely, depending upon the type of materials used and the scope of the project.
Attic Conversions works with a number of area banks and lending institutions to help its clients obtain financing, with multiple
options available. They also obtain whatever municipal permits are necessary upfront and ensure final inspections are made, so that a certificate of occupancy can be issued when the project is completed.
“It is definitely a significant investment, but in the end is well worth it because of the value added to the home,” James said. “I also tell people that any space they add on is going to be used for the rest of their life, and that’s always the case. Whenever you’re talking about home improvements, people often say it took too long to complete or cost too much, but nobody will ever say they wish they hadn’t done it.”
Attic Conversions is located at 36 W. Memorial Road, Suite 2B, in Oklahoma City. You can learn more about its services at AtticConversions.net, on Facebook at Attic Conversions, or by calling 405.315.5894.
Another popular reason for an attic conversion: an added bedroom for a growing family or guests.
Making Spirits
JOIN OUR MISSION TO SPREAD WARMTH AND COMPASSION BY NOMINATING SOMEONE WHO DESERVES A CHRISTMAS BLESSING
“We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way.”
As the Christmas season approaches, we’re reminded of the power of community and kindness. This year, through City Lifestyle’s nonprofit, The Kingdom Building Foundation, we will help people who may be struggling quietly without the support they need. But we need your help to find them.
Over the past three years, this campaign has grown into something truly beautiful, touching the lives of more than 150 families nationwide last year alone. Each year, we’ve seen firsthand how generosity can bring relief, hope, and a renewed sense of faith in others.
One person we had the opportunity to help was an 11-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare eye cancer. After he had to undergo chemotherapy and surgery to remove his eye, his doctors recommended a prosthetic one, but insurance wouldn’t cover the cost, calling it “cosmetic.” When we heard his story, we knew we had to help. Because of this campaign, he got his prosthetic eye and a piece of his childhood back with it.
Another was a wife and mother of two who fought a yearlong health battle and was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Just days before Christmas, she underwent surgery but passed away due to complications. Before her surgery, she received one of our cards and, in tears, told us this gift gave her some peace, knowing her family would have help in the difficult times ahead. It wasn’t just about the financial support but knowing that someone cared.
These stories remind us why this campaign is so meaningful. It’s not just
about writing checks; it’s about telling people they aren’t forgotten and that someone is there to lend a hand. It’s about giving families a moment of relief when the world feels unbearable.
“We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.”
Together with Matthew Perry, President, Steven adds that the gratitude from recipients was overwhelming, affirming this tradition’s importance. “We believe God has blessed our company with success,” Matthew adds, “so we want to be a blessing to others.”
We know many more people could use a little help this Christmas, and that’s where you come in. Do you know someone who could use a blessing? We want to hear about them.
To nominate someone, scan the QR code or follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram, where you’ll find the form in our bio. Nominations are open from November 27 to December 10, 2024. Let’s bring hope to those who need it most.
The City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized. All entries will be read, and selections and the amount given to each recipient will be based on the severity of the need. For more information, visit KingdomBuildingFoundation.com
2024
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
DECEMBER 1ST - 30TH
VIP Limo Christmas Light Tours
Citywide, OKC
VIP Limo's Christmas Light Tours pick up groups of friends, families and couples to drive them to see stunning winter light scenes set up throughout Oklahoma City. Enjoy your holiday celebrations worry-free as you relax in a luxury limo driven by a professional chauffeur. VipLimo.net/Limousine-Services-Limo-Holiday-Light-Tours
DECEMBER 5TH - 22ND
Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park presents: Jane Austen's "Christmas Cracker"
Indoor Black Box Theatre, OKC
Watch as some of Austen's most beloved characters and famous love stories come to life before your eyes. Unlike many other kinds of productions, audience participation is encouraged. So, bring your dancing shoes and warm up your caroling voice as you take part in this interactive performance. OkShakes.org/Jane-Austens-Christmas-Cracker
DECEMBER 6TH - 7TH
OKC Philharmonic presents: A Very Merry Pops
Civic Center Music Hall, OKC
Get into the holiday spirit with "A Very Merry Pops with Tony DeSare & Ashley Brown" presented by OKC Philharmonic. DeSare and Brown will deck the Civic Center Music Hall with enchanting holiday music during this special performance. OkcPhil.org/Concerts/Very-Merry-Pops
DECEMBER 6TH
Holiday Wine & Palette in the West
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, OKC | 6:00 PM
Sip on cocktails while artists from A Good Space Studio guide you in the creation of a masterpiece reminiscent of dusty and starry nights. All supplies, light refreshments and a complimentary cocktail will be provided. Make your reservation for this fun event. NationalCowboyMuseum.org/Event/Holiday-Wine-And-Palette-In-The-West
DECEMBER 7TH
Lights on Broadway
Automobile Alley, OKC | 4:00 PM
Marvel at the magically lit local businesses while enjoying family-friendly activities, such as face painting, carriage rides, caricature drawings and balloon art. Need to catch up on Christmas shopping? Listen to live music while strolling each business for holiday specials and discounts. DowntownInDecember.com/Lights-On-Broadway
DECEMBER 31ST
Spring Productions presents: "Masquerade
Anthem Brewing Co., OKC | 9:00 PM
- A New Year's Eve Cabaret"
Arrive dressed in your most festive attire. Masquerade masks are encouraged and will be for sale at the entry. Watch the Spring Family Circus present an incredible variety show. Sip on tasty brews and savor hors d'oeuvres in the decorated lounge. Join in the countdown during a circus-style ball drop at midnight with a complimentary champagne toast. SpringProductions.net
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