Tulsa Pt. III

TULSA PT. III

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Inside The Outsiders

ON THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CLASSIC FILM FEATURING A BAND OF MISFIT YOUTH, THE HOUSE WHERE THE OUTSIDERS WAS FILMED IS NOW A MUSEUM THAT DRAWS THOUSANDS TO ITS PORCH EACH YEAR.

By Matt Dinger

When Danny Boy O’Connor from House of Pain bought the house in 2016, his idea was to have the coolest crash pad in town when he passed through Tulsa.

But after seeing an endless stream of people stop by to take pictures, O’Connor abruptly changed plans for the house where Francis Ford Coppola and a troupe of young up-and-coming actors filmed The Outsiders.

“He was like, ‘Yeah, you know I’ll end up shirtless in the front door and be on TMZ the next day.’ And so the idea popped in his head: ‘Hey, look at all these kids. Let’s carry this legacy on,’ said Donnie Rich, The Outsiders House Museum manager and event coordinator.

Two weeks shy of being demolished, O’Connor bought the house sight unseen.

“There were probably ten people living in here at the time he purchased it. He didn’t want to just throw them out on the street, so he actually paid for them to get a new place and paid for them to get all their utilities on,” Rich said.

It took several years of renovations, including taking complete portions down to the studs, but in 2022, the house saw more than 4,000 student visitors. This year it’s on track for more than 10,000 kids to visit the house. And that’s not factoring in the weekend visitors, including adults, who have come from as far as Australia and Europe just to tour 731 N St. Louis Ave.

“It is the only book in history to be in constant print for over 55 years now. It’s in 23 different languages, in every country it’s required reading, and the author is still alive. It’s the only book that has ever done that,” Rich said.

On the 40th anniversary of the film’s release, the painstaking attempt to put the house back together as it was then has resulted in a living snapshot of American pop culture. But the work never ends.

“We watched this movie 10,000

picture of these horses or this bookcase probably have eight seconds in the movie, but the only way to get those items was if you ordered Encyclopedia Britannica back in 1980, it was your free gift. Tracking that stuff down, or the horse clock — we ended up actually getting two — but those were more of a chore. We found the people that

lived here and got their Polaroids from back in ‘82 and ‘83. We were able to send those off to get the cabinets and the front door made. Certain items, like 100-year-old wallpaper, we were not getting, so we actually had a lady come in and stencil it to be able to match the wallpaper that was in the

copies of the blueprints so we could rebuild it. And better yet, he was like, ‘I have the fountain,’” Rich said. Even Coppola’s director’s chair — which was stolen by a transient during the filming of the movie — has been recovered and is now in a glass display.

Nearly all of the actors from the film have made a visit to the house (with a report that Tom Cruise also just learned about the museum and will make a stop at some point in the future). A wall between the kitchen and a bedroom is covered with signatures of famous folk who have dropped in for a look.

The author — S.E. Hinton — also frequently visits the house, Rich said.

“This book can relate to everybody. Rich, poor, Black, white. It didn’t matter. Everybody can identify with a character in this book. I never thought in a million years I’d be in here with Green Day. After we did the museum, I’m sitting out there talking to them and they show me a picture of them sneaking on the porch 10 years before this was a museum, just to get a pic because it was The Outsiders,” Rich said.

The museum is open Thursday through Saturday and private, one-hour tours of the house are available for $25 per person.

cluding not only items that were inside the house but others featured elsewhere in the film, like the fountain in front of Johnny Cade’s house which currently sits in 600-pound slabs in the corner of the lot.

“We found the gentleman that made it for the movie, and we called him up searching just to see if he possibly had

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The recreation of Ponyboy’s room in The Outsider’s house. | Photo by Berlin Green

The Outsider’s House museum. | Photo by Berlin Green

On Tulsa time

THE SECOND-LARGEST CITY IN OKLAHOMA HAS MADE AN INDELIBLE IMPRESSION ON AMERICAN POP CULTURE. HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF ITS REFERENCE POINTS.

Tulsa King

Even though Dwight “The General” Manfredi, played by Sly Stallone, might be the Tulsa King, the majority of the first season was filmed in Oklahoma City (and none of the second season will be produced anywhere in the state) There are a number of Tulsa landmarks that made it into the series. Among them are the Tulsa International Airport, the aforementioned Center of the Universe, Triangle Coffee Roasters and the streetscape of South Boston Avenue.

The Center of the Universe

Even though the stones that make up this bizarre acoustic phenomenon have fallen into disrepair in recent years, the effect is still the same if you stand inside the eight-foot circle on the bridge between South Boston Avenue and East Archer Street. Standing in the center of the circle, you can hear your voice and other sounds echoed back to you, but to those standing outside of it, your words become garbled if you can hear them at all. The effect is actually caused by the curved concrete encircling The Center of the Universe, but don’t let the science stop you from experiencing it for yourself.

Golden Driller

Originally built for a petroleum trade show, the Golden Driller has been positioned in front of the Tulsa Expo Center since 1966. Standing 75 feet tall, it is the sixth largest statue in the United States. His belt has a 48-foot circumference and he wears a size 393DDD in mens shoes. Even though his belt reads “Tulsa,” the Golden Driller was named the state monument in 1979. Lately the poor guy has been dressed in all manner of ridiculous things, from a striped shirt and mustache for a European painting exhibition at the Philbrook to that ultra-creepy Elon Musk mask when they were trying to woo him to open a Tesla plant there.

Larry Clark’s Tulsa

When Larry Clark’s collection of black-and-white photographs was released more than half a century ago, it created quite a stir in the art world. The subjects are society’s outcasts — sex workers, drug addicts, criminals, etc. — from within the Tulsa native’s social circles.

Criticized not only for the book’s content but also what many consider his voyeuristic stance towards the subjects, Clark has insisted that the photographs are not prurient but a reflection of the life he was living in 1971. Those criticisms only intensified when Clark’s first film, Kids, was released in 1995.

The book’s preface sets the tone: “i was born in tulsa oklahoma in 1943. when i was sixteen i started shooting amphetamine. i shot with my friends everyday for three years and then left town but i’ve gone back through the years. once the needle goes in it never comes out.”

Larry Clark’s Tulsa is currently still in print.

A view of South Boston Avenue in downtown Tulsa where Tulsa King was filmed. | Photo by Berlin Green

Golden Driller (above) A copy of Larry Clark’s Tulsa. (below). | Photos by Berlin Green

Even though “your personal mad scientist” Tyler Thrasher has one of the largest social media presences of anyone in Tulsa, it wasn’t until a few months ago that he opened his own space at 2816 E 15th St.

“Usually I show my work on pop-ups or I go into other cities and stuff, but I really wanted somewhere where people can come in and see my work in person and I can talk to them about it because that’s an element I missed during the pandemic,” he said.

Inspired by an elaborate garden at his childhood home, Thrasher went on to study both chemistry and art. He combines those disciplines along with botany and entomology into his one of a kind creations.

“I would spend a lot of time going around collecting leaves and stuff and making potions. The idea of using nature as an outlet for creativity has always stuck with me,” Thrasher said.

His crystallized insects (made by submerging them into a supersaturated solution with compounds like chromium, potassium sulfate and copper sulfate) and his glowing plants (made by combining phosphorescent mineral powder with a clear acrylic base and dipping them into the mixture) are a wonder to behold.

“My favorite part is seeing the reactions … It reminds me of me being a kid and just having my mind blown by everything. I think it’s a very valuable resource, being able to be surprised and shocked at how cool the world is and seeing that happen with grownups and adults is kind of magical,” he said.

Route 66

Route 66 in Tulsa is making a comeback in large part to local mover and shaker Mary Beth Babcock. Perhaps the most iconic sight is the enormous space cowboy that stands outside Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios, 1347 E 11th St. Originally a PEMCO filling station, the Buck is a dwarf compared to the Golden Driller, but this one-of-a-kind oddity was made specifically for the gift shop.

“We actually found a gentleman that owns a mold —the 22-foot mold that was used to make the original ones from the 60s—that lives in Virginia. So it looks exactly the same, but we got to choose the character. So we thought, why don’t we merge the spaceman and the cowboy?” manager Julia Figueroa said.

The stretch of The Mother Road is also home to some other curiosities like its neighbor, Decopolis, with its dinosaurs and shop dog welcome visitors inside one of the most unique shops on this street or any other.

If you’re hungry, Ike’s Chili is just up the block or you could visit Mon Amie, which bills itself as a “spa + vegan cafe.”

Woody Guthrie Center

Even though he’s actually an Okemah native (about 60 miles southwest of Tulsa), the Woody Guthrie Center in downtown Tulsa is an impressive archive of the musician’s life and work. The center also showcases an impressive collection of books and records donated by others and gives out the Woody Guthrie Prize annually. For its 10th anniversary celebration, this year’s recipient is the Russian punk collective Pussy Riot, who will be receiving the prize and performing at Cain’s Ballroom on May 6 (ticket just went on sale). Admission to the museum will also be free that day for its anniversary.

Anyone who’s visited Tulsa knows that there’s no shortage of mindblowing restaurants, breweries and bars to grab a meal and a drink. Oklahoma Gazette dropped into 2023 James Beard Foundation Outstanding Bar nominee American Solera on its first Tulsa trip and grabbed a meal at SMOKE. Woodfire Grill (nominated for Outstanding Hospitality) on our third exploration, but other nominees this year include the restaurateurs behind the 3 Sirens Restaurant Group (Bird and Bottle, Bramble Breakfast and Bar, Holé Molé and Shaky Jake’s Burgers and Franks) and the chefs at FarmBar, Mr. Kim’s and Sans Murs. et al. also received a nod for Best New Restaurant. The pop-up concept is currently held on certain nights at our friends Foolish Things Coffee Co. But this year’s chef’s finalists for the region include only Oklahoma City chefs Andrew Black of Grey Sweater and Jeff Chanchaleune of Ma Der (more on both of those in a future issue).

Tyler Thrasher stands with a collection of this glow-in-the-dark plants. | Photo by Berlin Green

The Woody Guthrie Center. | Photo by Berlin Green

Tyler Thrasher

James Beard nominees

Buck Atom’s on Route 66. |

Photo by Berlin Green

Art is not pornography

By Robin Meyers

When news came that a Florida principal had resigned after parents complained that their sixth-grade students were shown photos of Michelangelo’s David during an art history lesson, calling it “pornographic,” I was reminded that the spirit of the Puritans is alive and well in America, not to mention hysterical hypocrisy.

One of the most famous and admired statues in the world, David is a triumph of Renaissance sculpture, a beautiful example of the almost incomprehensible art of “subtraction”—starting with a block of marble and taking away everything that is not needed to reveal the finished stature, in this case a beautiful and biblical male figure that is nude, and has, well, all the attributes given to him by God. Because, let’s face it, if there had been a fig leaf, nobody would have complained.

The protocol at Tallahassee Classical School is to notify parents in advance if anything students are shown could be “controversial.” School board chair Barney Bishop argued that the teacher failed to follow the policy, and that was the problem, not the statue, which he said has been shown to students before. He went so far as to claim that the teacher was asked to resign over “a number of other issues,” but this was the last straw. She would blame the photo for her resignation, he said, and the “mainstream media” would “twist it’ and not report the truth, as reported by CBS News.

Perhaps we should give the teacher the benefit of the doubt, and ask instead why anyone would find the statue “controversial” to begin with? Because it is a naked human? Renaissance artists thought the human body was beautiful, and if all nude images are eliminated from an art history class, just to be on the safe side, it would be not only a short course, but it would not be art history.

The truth is we often see in art what we most fear in ourselves. Art is representational. Pornography is exploitative. One

is devoted to beauty, the other to prurient profiteering. That we do not understand the difference says more about us than about what our kids can handle.

One of the great tragedies of this profoundly “Christian” country is that ever since Augustine, we have understood the body and soul as enemies. The soul is light, ephemeral, spiritual. The body is treacherous, dark, and inseparable from illicit desire. But what about appropriate desire? What about Holy Eros? Do we not owe our very existence to desire?

Tallahassee Classical School is affiliated with Hillsdale College, an ultra-conservative “Christian” college and follows its curriculum. Why do so many fundamentalist evangelicals fear sex more than death? Why are they crusading to cleanse our schools of “controversy” narrowly defined as anything Ryan Walters calls “overlysexualized”? Has he watched any TV commercials lately? It is the culture itself that over-sexualizes everything because sex sells. That’s why we need educators who can bring some balance back to the battle between body and soul. Or do we trust politicians to do that?

As for what constitutes a “controversial image” that is “unsuitable” for school, why does this always come down to sex or sexual orientation? If advance permission must be granted to our overworked, underpaid, and perpetually harassed teachers (while we still have any left), then what about an image of a homeless person? Is that controversial in the richest nation on earth? What about images of extreme weather caused by climate change? Might this be controversial because it teaches our kids that we would rather exploit the earth than revere it? What about images of assault weapons advertising gun shows on billboards all over OKC, which normalizes our morbid fascination with the very weapons that kill so many of our children while they are in the classroom? Is that controversial?

ONE OF THE MOST FAMOUS SCULPTURES FROM THE 16TH CENTURY DOESN’T PASS THE TEST FOR 21ST-CENTURY PURITANS.

Or is it only nudity? Is it only the human body and human sexuality which we find “controversial”? If so, do we not send an even more dangerous message to our kids? Namely, that absent any healthy and artistic views of body and soul, we have effectively created both shame and fascination, sending them to the most exploitative and sordid sources of all, just a click away on their cell phones.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who wants to be president, has signed legislation aimed at cleansing wokeness from schools, effectively allowing even one parent complaint to end a teacher’s career. One bill banned schools from teaching about menstruation (since that is so unnatural and perverted) and backed partisan school board races, so that voters will know exactly who the new Puritans are. Meanwhile, every school should hire a “valid media specialist” to review books and make sure they are not about real life, but about mythical families like Ozzie and Harriet.

Meanwhile the mayor of Florence has personally invited the fired teacher to visit his city, where the renowned statue is on display. “Mistaking art for pornography is just ridiculous,” he said. Perhaps he could have said it differently. People who knowingly confuse art with

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pornography to get votes are ridiculous. And dangerous. Study up on the Salem Witch Trials for a reminder about what happens when religion and sexual paranoia mix. It happened here.

It can happen again.

Rev. Dr. Robin Meyers | Photo by Berlin Green.

The Rev. Dr. Robin Meyers is pastor of First Congregational Church UCC in Norman and retired senior minister of Mayflower Congregational UCC in Oklahoma City. He is currently Professor of Public Speaking, and Distinguished Professor of Social Justice Emeritus in the Philosophy Department at Oklahoma City University, and the author of eight books on religion and American culture, the most recent of which is, Saving God from Religion: A Minister’s Search for Faith in a Skeptical Age. Visit robinmeyers.com

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If it feels like Oklahoma is turning back the clock on its culture, that’s because it is.

Even if conservatives want to argue that a liberal society has gone too far in its embrace of diverse social norms and mores, they’d be hard pressed to explain how reducing penalties for a cruel practice such as cockfighting is “making America great again.”

Enter Rep. Justin “J.J.” Humphrey (R-Lane). Yeah, we had to look it up too. Lane is an unincorporated area between Antlers and Atoka in the southeastern part of the state. Readers will surely be surprised to learn that this piece of legislation came from an area that boasted a population of 414 people in the 2010 census.

But that’s the whole issue, isn’t it? The people in the civilized areas of the state, meaning both cities where people want to live and whose traditions don’t reflect a time in this country where Black people had to drink from separate water fountains, are being dragged backwards in time by callous troglodytes dragging their knuckles forward through it.

The practice was made a felony through a ballot initiative petition two decades ago, and as we’ve seen by this current class of “small government” legislators, they’ve decided that it’s their small government who knows what’s best,

rified of facing that they continue to chip away at the process session by session).

It’s really a wonder that serious businesses continue to pass Oklahoma by when you have a

state lawmaker passing around buttons at the Capitol that read, “My cock, my choice.”

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In separate incidents that both reached national news status, two men in positions of authority attempted to use their status to escape booze-related arrests.

In the first, an Oklahoma City police captain used his rank in an attempt to convince a patrol officer to turn off his body camera so the two could have an off-record conversation that surely didn’t involve sweeping the incident under the rug due to his position. In the second, a lawmaker fresh off of probation for a DUI arrest tried to hand the cop what he thought was a literal “get out of jail free” card

to evade a public intoxication arrest that didn’t have to happen if he’d just, you know, obeyed the law and dispersed.

The Oklahoma City police of ficers who effected the arrests on both Capt. James Matthew French and Rep. Rep. Dean Davis (R-Broken Arrow) both flatly refused and put both men in hand cuffs. Good on them. This kind of “no one is above the law” attitude is exactly what’s needed in law enforcement these days. Their steadfast unwillingness to uphold the good ol’ boy system so prevalent in our state is a testament to

and exactly what’s needed to restore faith in policing. See? We can say nice things about the cops sometimes

The “law and order” folk in this state are lawless and disorderly the second they get a taste of power.

Spring tea-ing

Whether you like it or not, there is no denying spring has sprung. The flowers are blooming, the weather is unpredictable, and the tea is steeping. With the change in seasons, it’s also time to swap your coffee shop order and trade in hot lattes for herbal and floral teas. Here are seven places to make that transition seamless.

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405-525-3430 • 3122 N Classen Blvd. theredcupokc.com

This vegan-based cafe is a safe haven for those who want to eat consciously for their health and the well-being of the earth by housing a menu that makes it easy to trick your mind into thinking you’re not eating a plantbased meal. Red Cup also has an extensive list of loose-leaf teas. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with the choices at hand, but try their white peony tea for that ideal spring floral taste.

Don’t be fooled by Elemental’s minimalistic interior design. This laid-back coffee shop packs a punch with its wide variety menu. Although known for their coffee roast, Elemental also serves up calming teas. If your Oklahoma allergies are killing you, try their turmeric ginger. This inflammatory, gut-healthy tea is the quintessential beverage to clear those stuffed sinuses. With subtle hints of lemongrass and honey, this is like a warm hug in a mug.

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Arguably one of the coziest spots around OKC, Full Circle is a bookworm’s heaven. Whether you’re wandering around looking for that novel you swear you’re going to read or looking for a chill spot to play a board game and hang out, Full Circle is the place. Order their peppermint green tea from the cafe to sip on in their secret garden, an outside enclosed space surrounded by foliage and floral arrangements ideal for spring.

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The Red Cup Full Circle Bookstore

Elemental Coffee

Have you ever walked through a flower garden and had the intrusive thought to eat a rose or a marigold?

If so, All About Cha is the place for you. The Korean-inspired cafe prides themselves on providing unique loose-leaf teas the average joe shop usually doesn’t offer. The Instagramable tea is sure to wow your followers and your taste buds by infusing actual whole flowers, like forget-me-nots, with hot water, giving the perfect botanic taste.

Housed within Commonplace Books, Sincerely brings fresh, bright vibes to your tea drinking experience. The small, relaxed shop takes satisfaction in providing Oklahomans with coffee and tea leaves while educating them on its precise sourcing. After you peruse the adjacent bookstore, make time to snack on their house-made pastries and sip on a variety of teas, like their lavender chamomile tea with their specialty chamomile-infused honey for an a double dose of spring flavor.

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If you’re looking for a peaceful place where you can have your tea and enjoy it too, Woodshed is the spot. Not only does this bare-bones shop neighboring Lake Hefner have an impressive array of teas, but they sell the loose leaves as well, making it easy to enjoy a premium cup in the comfort of your own home. Give their floral ruby hibiscus tea a taste to savor the flavor of spring.

Gray Owl is the exact image of what a coffee shop should look like. The quaint, friendly shop is workerowned, meaning you’re not lining the pockets of an out-of-state mammoth, but instead filling the wallets of the community. On their menu, you’ll find a wide variety of homemade pastries along with other breakfast must-haves. As for their tea selections, try their blueberry rooibos, an antiviral tea that helps ward off colds.

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405-604-2996 • 100 E Main St. allaboutcha-cafe.com

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BOOKS

Amy Le book signing Oklahoma author will be autographing her book Snow, the first book in a trilogy and a tribute to Le’s mother, a Vietnam era immigrant and survivor of the Fall of Saigon. 6-7:30 p.m., Apr. 14. Deer Clan Books, 3905 N. College Ave, 405-4959005, facebook.com/DeerClanBooks. FRI, APR 14

Grown Up Book Fair adults 21 and over can enjoy a night of nostalgia with a book fair hosted by Best of Books full of the latest bestsellers, book-themed gifts, pens, stickers and much more to shop from while partaking in local craft beer, 6-9 p.m., Apr. 15. Roughtail Brewing Company, 320 W Memorial Rd. SAT, APR 15

He Said, She Said book signing two authors will be autographing their books The Peach Rebellion by Wendelin Van Draanen and The 9:09 Project by Mark H. Parsons, 6-7 p.m., Apr. 11. Best of Books, 1313 E. Danforth Road, 405-340-9202, bestofbooksok.com. TUE, APR 11

Will Thomas book signing mystery author will be autographing copies of his newest novel Heart of the Nile which is his 14 book in the Barker and Llewelyn Victorian mystery series, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Apr. 11. Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405842-2900, fullcirclebooks.com. TUE, APR 11

FILM

Living (2022, United Kingdom, Oliver Hermanus) in 1950s London, a humorless civil servant decides to take time off work to experience life after receiving a grim diagnosis, April 14-16. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com.

FRI-SUN, APR 14-16

Mulholland Drive (2001, France, USA, David Lynch) in this convoluted venture beyond reality and dreams, a woman suffering from amnesia and an aspiring actress explore Los Angeles in search of clues and answers following a car accident on the winding Mulholland Drive, 7 p.m., Apr. 6. Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave., 405-235-3456, rodeocinema.org. THU, APR 6

Paint (2023, USA, Brit McAdams) a charmingly subdued comedy featuring Owen Wilson in the role of a beloved painting show host who channels the gentle demeanor of iconic TV personality Bob Ross, as he navigates a series of personal and romantic disruptions caused by a rival artist, 5:30 & 8p.m., Apr. 7; 2 & 8 p.m., Apr. 8; 12:30 p.m., Apr. 9. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. FRI-SUN, ARP 7-9

Singin’ in the Rain (1952, USA, Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly) set in 1920s Hollywood, this movie tells the story of a silent film star who develops romantic feelings for a chorus girl amidst his struggle, alongside his delusionally jealous co-star, to adapt to the challenges of transitioning from silent films to talking pictures, 6:30 p.m., Apr. 10. Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave., 405-235-3456, rodeocinema.org. MON, APR 10

The Tenth Annual Red Dirt International Film Festival featuring special guests, visiting worldwide filmmakers, panels, parties, and more for all ages and interests, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Apr. 13; 9 a.m.-11:45 p.m., Apr. 14-15; 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Apr. 16. Stillwater Multi Arts Center, 1001 S. Duck St., 918720-3970, reddirtfilm.com. THU-SUN, APR 13-16

HAPPENINGS

AIA Architecture Tour participants experience the great architecture of Oklahoma City at various locations through a self-guided tour by American Institute of Architects Central Oklahoma Chapter featuring a mix of seven different residential homes and commercial buildings, noon-5 p.m., Apr. 15. First National Center, 120 N. Robinson Ave., aiacoc.org. SAT, APR 15

Dungeons & Dragons & Brews join in on an afternoon of adventuring while playing the fantasy tabletop role-playing game and enjoying local craft beer, 1 & 5 p.m., Sundays through Dec. Vanessa House Beer Co., 118 NW 8th St., 405-517-0511, vanessahousebeerco.com. SUN, THROUGH DEC

OKG PICKS

Farmers Market at Scissortail Park a morning market featuring local sourced options such as, pasture-raised meats, fresh produce and cultivated mushrooms, plants, eggs, raw honey, breads and baked goods, assortments of specialty prepared food and beverage producers, as well as high-quality artisan from almost 60 vendors, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays through Oct. Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th St., 405-445-7080, scissortailpark.org/farmersmarket. SAT,

THROUGH OCT

LIVE! on the Plaza join the Plaza District every second Friday for a themed art walk featuring artists, live music, shopping and more, 6-10 p.m. second Friday of every month. Plaza District, 1618 N. Gatewood Ave., 405-426-7812, plazadistrict.org. FRI, APR 14

Midtown Walkabout Midtown merchants will be offering in-store special promotions, discounts and activities for those shopping, eating, and visiting the district for this bi-annual event, noon-4 p.m., Apr. 15. Midtown OKC, NW 8th St., 405-235-3500, midtownokc.com. SAT, APR 15

Oklahoma City Spirit Fair learn about metaphysical and new-age topics such as tarot cards, energy healing, crystals, auras and more, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Apr. 15-16. Wyndham Garden Oklahoma City Airport, 2101 S Meridian Ave, 405-685-4000, spiritfair.com. SAT-SUN, APR 15-16

Oklahoma Wind Festival enjoy a day of flying kites and other wind-powered devices, learning about different energy sources and meteorology, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Apr. 15. Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th St., 405-445-7080, scissortailpark.org. SAT, APR 15

Parlor Pop-Up a pop-up shop featuring local artists and small businesses throughout the venue for patrons to shop from, 2-7 p.m., second Saturday. Parlor OKC, 11 NE 6th St., 405-294-4740, parlorokc.com. SAT, APR 8

Round Barn Rendezvous a free live concert featuring an open jam session filled with country, bluegrass, folk and Americana music where onlookers watch the show from the hayloft on the second floor, noon-5 p.m., second Sunday of every month. Arcadia Round Barn, 107 OK-66, 405-396-0824, arcadiaroundbarn.com.

SUN, APR 9

SMO21: Steampunk join an adults-only themed science night featuring a haberdashery station where participants can create their own Steampunk-inspired accessories, a tea dueling game and much more, 7-10 p.m., Apr. 14. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org.

FRI, APR 14

Art in Bloom 2023 a special event showcasing floral sculpture interpretations of works from the museum’s permanent collection, skillfully crafted by designers from the Oklahoma City community, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Apr. 14-16. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. FRI, APR 14-15 Photo Provided

Yes, I can CAN! a beginners class to canning that participants will learn the basics of how and why they should consider canning some of your food, led by Vernona Dismuke, 11 a.m.-noon, Apr. 15. CommonWealth Urban Farms, 1016 NW 32nd Street, 405-795-2044, commonwealthurbanfarms.com/ garden-school. SAT, APR 15

FOOD

Veggie Dinner at Picasso Cafe join Picasso Cafe on the third Tuesday of each month for a fourcourse menu; featuring a fresh and creative take on vegetarian-inspired fare with the option to have a wine pairing, reservations required, 6:30 p.m., third Tuesday. Picasso Cafe, 3009 Paseo St., 405-6052002, picassosonpaseo.com. TUE, APR 18

Bubbles & Blooms a rooftop terrace cocktail party featuring floral-inspired cocktails by WanderFolk Spirits with small bites, a DJ and interactive performers, 7-10 p.m., Apr. 14. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. FRI, APR 14

Macaron Class participants 13 and over will learn everything to make macarons at home, 11 a.m., Apr. 15. Belle Kitchen, 7509 N May Ave., 405-430-5484, belle-kitchen.com. SAT, APR 15

Oklahoma Brewer’s Fest a brewer-led festival features 50 craft breweries with almost 300 beets from every corner of the state, a DJ, live T-shirt screen printed, a photo booth and more, 11 a.m., Apr. 8. Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S. Mickey Mantle Drive, 405-218-1000, craftbeerok.org/ brewers-fest. SAT, APR 8

Taste of Midwest City an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring local restaurants around Midwest City along with a silent auction filled with donations from local businesses, 6-8 p.m., Apr. 18. Reed Conference Center, Sheraton Hotel, 5750 Will Rogers Road, 405-733-3801, midwestcitychamber. com. TUE, APR 18

YOUTH

friends and family to help him after he flips on his back, based on the book by Trey Hays and music by Jared Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, followed by a self-guided exploration of the Museum galleries, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Apr. 7. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. FRI, APR 7

Little Scientists: Busy Pollinators kids will learn about pollinators through stories, games, songs, crafts and museum exploration, 9:30-11 a.m., Apr. 18. Sam Noble Museum, 2401 Chautauqua Ave., 405325-7977, samnoblemuseum.ou.edu. TUE, APR 18

Road Trip on Route 66 join the OKC Philharmonic for a musical scenic tour along Route 66, 2 p.m., Apr. 16. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. SUN, APR 16

Terrific Tulips kids will learn about the life cycle of a tulip during an interactive storytime while enjoying the bright colored tulips in the garden, 11 a.m.-noon, Apr. 7. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. FRI, APR 7

PERFORMING ARTS

Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee a standup comedy performance, 7:30 p.m., Apr. 12. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405-308-1803, criterionokc.com. WED, APR 12

Bang Bang Queer Punk Variety Show a variety show featuring drag, burlesque, belly dancing and more, 8 p.m., Apr. 13. Blue Note, 2408 N. Robinson Ave., 405-600-1166, thebluenotelounge.com. THU, APR 13

Dollz with Ballz a monthly drag show, hosted by Kelly Powers, 8 p.m. & 10 p.m., third Saturday of every month. Joe & Charlies’ Sober Nightclub, 1146 N Macarthur Blvd, 405-999-0450. SAT, APR 15 Felipe Esparza a live standup comedy performance, Apr.7. Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St., 405708-6937, towertheatreokc.com. FRI, APR 7

The Princess Bride in Concert enjoy the classic film of a bedridden boy whose grandfather tells him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love with the score performed live by Tulsa Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Apr. 15. Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 101 E. Third St., celebrityattractions.com. SAT, APR 15

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Become a Jr. Ranger kids 5 to 16 will join park rangers for an introduction to conservation, park rules, safety and wildlife management, 1-1:45 p.m., Apr. 9. Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th St., 405-4457080, scissortailpark.org. SUN, APR 9

Homeschool Day: Animal CSI students ten and up will be introduced to the world of forensic science and taught how to identify pathologies, which are evidence of trauma and disease, found on a variety of animal bones, 11 a.m., Apr. 6. Skeletons: Museum of Osteology, 10301 S. Sunnylane Road, 405-814-0006, skeletonmuseum.com. THU, APR 6

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OKC Phil: Joshua Bell! a performance of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor, op. 64 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 in A Major, op. 92, with special guest violinist Joshua Bell, 8 p.m., Apr. 15. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. SAT, APR 15

Oklahoma Festival Ballet a performance of ballet works featuring Serenade by George Balanchine, Antique Epigraphs by Jerome Robbins, Deux Amours by Penny Saunders, Train of Thought by Yury Yanowsky, and Candide by Boyko Dossev, 8 p.m. Apr. 6-7; 3 p.m. Apr. 8. Elsie C. Brackett Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., 405-325-4101, ou.edu/finearts/ universitytheatre. THU-SAT, APR 6-8

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OKG PICKS

Kiarostami: Beyond the Frame features a multimedia collection of artwork by Iranian filmmaker, photographer and visual artist, Abbas Kiarostami, through April 9. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. SAT-TUE, THROUGH APR 9

Magic, Not Quite Realism an exhibit featuring the paintings of Bert Seabourn and Connie Seabourn that portray “real” people. nature, mythology and animals in a fantasy setting with supernatural elements, through May 6. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., 405-307-9320, pasnorman.org. SUN-SAT, THROUGH MAY 6

Highway 62 BBQ Cookoff & Music Festival

a two-day event featuring barbeque cook-offs with chicken, pork ribs, brisket and more along with live music, a Bloody Mary contest and a kid’s barbeque competition, 5-10 p.m., Apr. 14; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Apr. 15. Liberty Fireworks, 10525 NE 23rd St., 4058127427, libertyfireworksok.com. FRI-SAT, APR 15 Photo Adobe Stock

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Oklahoma Jazz in Bloom Festival a festival featuring several jazz performers from professionals to students along with hands-on music, interactive art, food trucks and even more activities for the entire family, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Apr. 15. Ice Event Center & Grill, 1148 NE 36th St., 405-208-4240, okcjazzinbloom.org. SAT, ARP 15

Pageant The Musical a beauty pageant of six contestants, all men, who are competing in swimsuit, talent, grown and spokesmodel contests to be crowned Miss Glamouresse, each night will end differently as the judges are random members selected from the audience, 7 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from through Apr. 21. The Boom, 2218 NW 39th St., 405-601-7200, theboomokc.com. FRI-SAT,

THROUGH APR 21

The Play That Goes Wrong a classic murder mystery is chock-full of mishaps and madcap mania, with an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that cannot play dead, and actors who trip over everything, even their lines, 7:30 p.m., Apr. 5-6, 12-13 & 19-20; 8 p.m., Apr. 7, 14 & 21; 2 & 8 p.m., Apr. 8, 15 & 22; 2 p.m., Apr. 9, 16 & 23. Lyric Theatre, 1727 NW 16th St., 405-524-9310, lyrictheatreokc.com.

WED-SUN, APR 5-23

Poetry at Rose an annual poetry event that is open to the public featuring live music and poetry readings with this year’s featured poet being Joson Poudrier, 6-9:30 p.m., Apr. 14. The Atkinson Theatre at Rose State College, 6420 SE 15th St., 405-7337430, rose.edu/theatre. FRI, APR 14

The Revolutionists a play that follows the stories of four women during the French Revolution, exploring themes of revolution, feminism, power and identity, 7:30 p.m., Apr. 13-15; 2 p.m., Apr. 16. Mitchell Hall Theatre, 100 N. University Drive, 405-974-2000, uco.edu/cfad/mitchell-hall/mitchell-hall-events.

THU-SUN, ARP 13-15

Riverdance a performance of traditional Irish music and dance with innovative lighting, video and costume designs, 7:30 p.m., Apr. 5-6. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. WED-THU, APR 5-6

Willow Pill a live drag show, April 15. Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St., 405-708-6937, towertheatreokc.com. SAT, APR 15

ACTIVE

2023 Redbud Classic partake in a two day event full of family-friendly fitness events including cycling tours, a fun run, 5k and 10k runs and more, Apr. 15-16. Nichols Hills Plaza, 6421 Avondale Dr., Ste 204, 405842-8295, redbud.org. SAT-SUN, APR 15-16

Doga a one-hour dog friendly yoga session hosted by Shane Cooley, 9-10 a.m., Sundays through Dec. Bar K, 901 SE 5th Street, 405-252-1993, barkdogbar.com. SUN, THROUGH DEC

Skele-Zen enjoy a relaxing morning of Vinyasa yoga among the museum’s collection of over 450 skeletons, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Apr. 16. Skeletons: Museum of Osteology, 10301 S. Sunnylane Road, 405814-0006, skeletonmuseum.com. SUN, APR 16

VISUAL ARTS

21st Century Mound Builders explore and learn about the Mound Builder cultures along the walking path to the top of the FAM Mound which is 90 feet in height and serves as a cosmological clock, ongoing. First Americans Museum, 659 First Americans Blvd., 405-594-2100. SUN-SAT, ONGOING

Alice Harn Art Show featuring works from Alice Harn and other local artists which will be for sale, as well as Harn House tours, hands-on art and sculpture demonstrations, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Apr. 15. Harn Homestead Museum, 1721 N. Lincoln Blvd., 405-235-4058, harnhomestead.com.

SAT, APR 15

The Art of Food an exhibition that features over 100 pieces of work by 37 well-known artists , all highlighting the subject of food, through May 22. Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, 11 NW 11th St., 405-951-0000, oklahomacontemporary.org. THUSUN, THROUGH MAY 22

Dystopian Hope featuring the work of three artists, Virginia Wagner, Sarah FitzSimons, and Kyle Larson, who strive to illustrate the ties between the artist’s view, the writer’s voice, and the filmmaker’s perspective in the current climate of political upheaval, unprecedented weather events, and deadly viruses, through May 5. Oklahoma City University, 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave, 405-208-5000. SUNSAT, THROUGH MAY 5

Embroidered Patches Class individuals will learn or refine their embroidery skills by creating patches using a variety of stitches and transferring designs onto fabric, noon-3 p.m., Apr. 8. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. SAT, APR 8

Foraged Floral Arrangements participants will learn the basics of floral design by creating their own floral arrangement using seasonal flowers and foliage collected from the garden grounds, 10-11:30 a.m., Apr. 8-9. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. SAT-SUN, APR 8-9

Fugitive Speech features seven artworks by artists Emily M. Chase, Jerome Ellis and Anita Fields explore acts of personal testimony in the face of social, cultural and historical odds through distinct perspectives and approaches to media, including textiles, video, photography and ceramics, while considering the relationship between voice, memory and time, through April 30, 2023. Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, 11 NW 11th St., 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org. THU-MON, THROUGH APRIL 30

Green Vines Oklahoma City mural artist TANK and Eduardo Sarabia teamed up to decorate a building with Sarabia’s signature vine imagery, inspired by the floral motifs used to adorn houses in his childhood neighborhood in Los Angeles, through July 2024. Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, 11 NW 11th St., 405-951-0000, oklahomacontemporary.org. FRI, THROUGH

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Journey of Light an exhibit featuring photography by Yousef Khanfar showcasing various pieces from his different collections such as Landscape, Portraits, Jerusalem, and more, through Apr. 29. JRB Art at The Elms, 2810 N. Walker Ave., 405-528-6336, jrbartgallery.com. FRI-SAT, THROUGH APR 29

Make A Custom Ring participants and their partner or best friend will design and craft a custom, sterling sliver band for one another, 6-9 p.m., Apr. 14. Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, 11 NW 11th St., 405-951-0000, oklahomacontemporary.org. FRI, APR 14

Monthly Art Opening a monthly art show of local artists with April’s featured artist being Carrie Kouts, Apr. 6-May 7. DNA Galleries, 1709 NW 16th St., 405-5253499, dnagalleries.com. THU-SUN, ARP 6-MAY 7 Oklahoma Art Guild Small Works Show an annual small works show featuring works in a variety of mediums under 12” by Oklahoma artists., April 7-30. Paseo Gallery One, 2927 Paseo St., 405524-4544, okartguild.com. FRI-SUN, APR 7-30

Paseo Arts District’s First Friday Gallery Walk peruse art from over 80 artists with 25 participating businesses for a night of special themed exhibits, refreshments and a variety of entertainment opportunities, 6-9 p.m. first Friday of every month. Paseo Arts District, 3024 Paseo St., 405-525-2688, thepaseo.org. FRI, APR 7

Playing Cowboy an exhibition featuring Westernthemed toys from the 1880s all the way to present time including toy cap guns, costumes, board games, a coin-operated mechanical horse and more, through May 7. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. FRI-SUN, THROUGH MAY 7

Second Friday Art Walk a free celebration of arts & creativity held monthly in the Walker Arts District of Downtown Norman, second Friday of every month, 6 p.m. Downtown Norman, 122 E. Main St., 405-637-6225, downtownnorman.com. FRI, APR 7

Selections from In Citizen’s Garb: Native Americans on the Southern Plains an exhibit displaying modern gelatin silver prints made from glass plate negatives of Indigenous people in the Lawton and Fort Sill area from 1889 to 1891, ongoing. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. TUE-MON, ONGOING

Spring 2023 Group Exhibition features the work of five Oklahoma-based artists working in a variety of media: Courtney Glassey, Calli Heflin, Sylvie Mayer, Michael McDaniel, and Erick Perry. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., through April 23. The Art Hall, 519 NW 23rd St., 405-456-9504, arthallokc.com/spring-2023-groupexhibition. TUE-SUN, THROUGH APRIL 23

Thundor: The Art of Chase Dryden an exhibit showcasing photographs of Chase Dryden’s and other painter’s body painting works on Thunder fan Garrett Haviland, better known as Thundor, through April 28. Firehouse Art Center, 444 S. Flood Ave., 405-329-4523, normanfirehouse.com. FRI, THROUGH APR 28

You Have Died of Dysentery an exhibit showcasing Western-themed games, books and videos, such as The Oregon Trail and Red Dead Redemption, through May 7. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. SAT-TUE, THROUGH MAY 7

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Coming back to life

THE LIVELY CONCERT SERIES RETURNS TO THE JONES ASSEMBLY FOR ANOTHER SUMMER OF LOCAL MUSIC, LOCAL BEER.

By Brett Fieldcamp

For a locally focused, working musician, there’s practically nothing more desirable than a solid, reliable, and most importantly, paying gig.

Throw in a free meal and some beer and it’s basically the Holy Grail.

Even with OKC’s music scene ramping up, and venues of all sizes hitting their strides, there might be nowhere in the state where a local artist can have the red carpet rolled out for them on a weekday like the Lively Concert Series at The Jones Assembly.

“We want this to be a true hub for creativity, and not just in words, but to kind of put our money where our mouth is and be a pillar for that,” said Scott Marsh, operations director for The Jones Assembly. “This is something people work at all day, every day. They live and breathe it. So, if we can be a provider for that, then that’s what we really want.”

With a long, pre-Jones background in band management and booking, Marsh knows as well as anyone the importance of a solid weekday gig with a built-in audience.

“You know, this isn’t just something that we do for a month,” he said. “We do it for nine months out of the year. It’s a long thing. And that gives artists the opportunity to play four or five or six times. So it can really be a consistent gig that lets them know they can do this on a weekday and then it helps to fund whatever they want to do or wherever they want to play on the weekends.”

Of course, when you’re talking about showcasing local singersongwriter acts on weekday evenings and guaranteeing that they be paid and fed, even a persistently successful and respected establishment like The Jones is going to need a little help to pull it off.

Enter Lively Beerworks, hyperlocal purveyors of straightforward, endlessly drinkable brews, and the Jones’ downtown neighbor just across Reno.

“Part of Lively’s ethos has always been to not just sell here, but to be actively involved in the community, whether that’s nonprofits or neighbors, and the local music here is a big part of that,” said Jeremiah Esterline, the brewery’s Vice President of Sales.

“So when these guys were looking for a sponsor to help with this concert series, it just made sense.”

The resulting partnership led to more than just some funding assistance and branding rights.

Sixteen ounces more, in fact.

“The Concert Beer was actually secondary,” Esterline said of Lively’s light, tall, and suitably refreshing canned lager designed explicitly for shows at The Jones Assembly.

“It really wasn’t in the original conversations about this partnership, but it’s turned into this huge thing for us. Jones is actually our number one on-premise account now, just because of something

that started with musicians and now this kind of ironic beer label that people have fallen in love with,” he said.

Even if audiences can’t seem to get enough of the crowd-pleasingly minimalist beer, it’s not just the promise of tasty, cheap drinks that brings people back for the Lively Concert Series each year.

When people come out to support these shows, they know that they’re supporting local artists, local brewers, and a particularly music-loving, city-loving local venue.

“My goal with the Lively Concert Series, seriously,” Marsh said, “is that if you’re a musician in this city, then I’d love to see you play a Tuesday night at Blue Note, a Wednesday night at Ponyboy, a Thursday night with us at Jones, and then Friday and Saturday be touring somewhere. I just want to see people really have the opportunity to make a life from playing music.”

With that kind of musical life in mind, here are just a few of the upcoming artists set to hit The Jones

Assembly stage in April to kick off the Lively Concert Series for 2023.

April6:JasonScott

The High Heat’s fearless leader, and steadily rising alt-country darling, Jason Scott will hit the stage for an evening of strippeddown, open-heart, solo renditions of his trademark tragic story songs and southern anthems.

April12:IsaacMcClung

Born in Cali, raised in Maui, and eventually exploding out of Stillwater, McClung crosses folk and blues with hints of indie experimentalism and even some sharp, jazzy edges.

April14:Chloe-Beth

Singer/songwriter Chloe-Beth has been burning up local stages the past few years with her hushed, delicate songs built around acoustic guitar and a voice powerful enough to stop a train.

April19:ElizabethSpeegle

With a songwriting style that’s equal parts contemporary jazz and romantic pop, Elizabeth Speegle keeps listeners on their toes with a Swiss Army Knife voice that can cut from subtle soul to passionate plea before you know what hit you.

April21:StephenSalewon

After making waves with his unique mashing of folk and soulful R&B, Salewon has recently been branching out and embracing some more experimental, synthy touches and textures that should intrigue even his most familiar audiences.

Local Natives perform live at Jones Assembly in August 2022. | Photo by Berlin Green.

Selfless summit

COMMUNITY MUSICIANS GATHER AT HISTORIC MIDWAY DELI IN NORMAN FOR A LISTENING ROOM SERIES BUILT AROUND GIVING.

By Evan Jarvicks

When the chance to start a live music event landed in Mike Hilliary’s lap four years ago, he recognized the potential to pay it forward to Norman’s less fortunate.

“This offer was a big deal,” Hilliary said. “I saw this as an opportunity to use music and community to help.”

Bob Thompson, the long-time owner of Norman’s Midway Deli, 601 W Eufaula St., had been engaged in a casual music conversation with Hilliary when the subject came up. Thompson gave Hilliary the green

modest furnishings in no small part because The Summit is more substance than style. Like its host space, over time it has settled into a comfortable groove like a turntable needle.

“I think the formula is perfect,” Hilliary said. “I pick a feature. The feature picks the charity. The community gathers around that cause. 100 percent of the donations go to that charity.”

Never a ticketed event, The Summit is free to all ages, and dona-

light on the spot to start a new program at the legendary neighborhood eatery, and a new page in Norman music was born.

Now, about once a month, a packed listening room of local musicians takes turns in sharing songs for charity. Christened the Midway Community Musical Summit (since shortened to, simply, The Summit), the laid-back event raises funds for local nonprofits while giving artists of any experience level the chance to participate. Hilliary puts out an open call on social media before each date, and while The Summit is built on many familiar faces, new ones come through often.

Held within Midway Deli’s dining area, audiences are surrounded by over a half-century of local art, politics and signature sandwiches. The event feels at home with the venue’s memorabilia-filled shelves and

tions are encouraged in no particular terms. Hilliary typically keeps a box in view for folks to contribute as they are able, and this unstructured, guiltless format has proven fruitful. The Summit has raised hundreds of dollars at a time for causes such as Women’s Resource Center, Second Chance Animal Rescue and Norman Care-A-Vans. Headliners have included Jared Deck, Ken Pomeroy, and Tanner Miller, but the star of each show is the communal power of music.

“I think Norman has an amazing music and art scene. There are so many creative, thoughtful, energetic, and talented people here,” Hilliary said. “Four of my six neighbors play musical instruments with one more right across the lot. I hear their music every time I go check the mail. Right down the street, there are Pow Wows and Native drum circles. Music is

Irish Gipson | Photo provided.

always in the air in Norman, and I love it.”

Not everyone has been so accepting of the prevalence of live music in the area, however. When Midway Deli built an outdoor stage last summer, it drew complaints from some of the neighbors, and as Thompson worked to address those concerns, The Summit was tempo-

getting signed to a label. Though a major achievement, it would grant him easy access to a drug habit that would eventually strand him at rock bottom years later. He turned to Food and Shelter, and with its resources and community, he was able to build stability and hope into his life again.

“This place has been wonderful

rarily without a venue. Fortunately, the music community had proven once before that The Summit will not die so easily.

“We were scheduled for March of 2020 but had to cancel the show because of COVID. Bob and I were both immediately of the mindset that we wanted to protect our community, and we needed to cancel the shows until the virus was better understood and controlled,” Hilliary said. “The beautiful thing is that when we came back together, we didn’t miss a beat...Our community was already there ready to make music again.”

Over the months that Midway Deli was off limits, the greater music community pitched in to keep The Summit going. The event found temporary hosts with Bluebonnet Bar, The Alley Way and The Depot.

“Big thanks to Gordon McKinney, Heather Burns, Tanner Miller and Shari Jackson for letting us make music in your venues. You are all amazing,” Hilliary said.

This month, The Summit is having its second return show following its nomadic period.

“We are back at the Midway for good,” Hilliary said.

For this show, the chosen nonprofit will carry special significance. The feature is Irish Gipson, and he is performing for Food and Shelter, a Norman organization with a mission as straightforward as it sounds. He credits the program for helping him get his life back.

As explained in a recent Food and Shelter newsletter, Gipson lived a rock and roll lifestyle from a young age, finding success with a band and

to me,” Gipson said, “It gives me purpose, and I feel like I’m doing something well.”

Irish Gipson is now employed by Food and Shelter, and in a seeming twist of destiny, so is Mike Hilliary.

“I work with Irish,” Hilliary said. “He’s a joy to talk with, has a huge heart, and he is always singing.”

Gipson’s voice carries a rock ‘n roll old soul that knows the blues but relishes in the electricity of funk. When with a full band, he explodes with charisma on stage. In a listening room environment, though, his Elvis-like bellow is bound to grip even the most casual attendee.

“He knows what it’s like to struggle. He knows what it’s like to overcome,” Hilliary said. “His voice conveys his life experience.”

Irish Gipson headlining The Summit is a high point among high points in the series. It is the culmination of its design for a community-led gathering, unified by music, in service of lifting neighbors in need.

It is The Summit coming full circle.

When Hilliary, who himself has been a part of Norman music for over two decades, landed a show at one of his favorite venues four years ago, he could have opted to boost his music career, but he chose to lift others instead. The decision may go against conventional music industry savvy, but that is what makes The Summit special. It does not see music as a commodity. Music is a gift to be shared with everyone.

The Summit returns April 21 at 6:30 pm. There is no cover or age requirement to attend, but donations to Food and Shelter are encouraged. Visit midwaydeli.com

Rebel Bass performs in the Midway Deli. | Photo provided.

These are events recommended by Oklahoma Gazette editorial staff members. For full calendar listings, go to okgazette.com.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 5

Amarillo Junction, JJ’s Alley Bricktown Pub.

COUNTRY

Jake Xerxes Fussell, The Blue Door. FOLK

Trett Charles, River Spirit Casino Resort, Tulsa.

COUNTRY

Wade Cockrill, The Jones Assembly. SINGER/SONGWRITER

Watchouse (FKA Mandolin Orange), Tower Theatre. FOLK

The Wednesday Band, The Deli. COUNTRY

THURSDAY, APR. 6

Aborted/Hallowed/Center of Disease, The Vanguard, Tulsa. METAL

Blake Bricker, Frenzy Brewing Company.

ACOUSTIC

The Cadillac Three, Tower Theatre. COUNTRY

Carvin Jones, 89th Street—OKC. BLUES

Courtney Patton, Grady’s 66 Pub. COUNTRY

Jason Scott, The Jones Assembly. SINGER/

SONGWRITER

Knoll/God is War/The Tooth/Bashed

In/Snub Nose, The Sanctuary. METAL

Miss Brown To You, UCO Jazz Lab. ACOUSTIC

Parmalee, River Spirit Casino Resort, Tulsa.

COUNTRY

Rose’s Pawn Shop/Ben Brock Band, Blue Note. BLUEGRASS

Shelly Phelps and The Storm, Bourbon Street Bar. BLUES

Short & Broke/The BlueRays/JL Jones, Mojo’s Blues Club. BLUES

Thursday Night Live Concert Series, American Solera Edmond. VARIOUS ARTISTS

Uncle Lucius/Casper McWade, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. ALTERNATIVE

FRIDAY, APR. 7

Amarillo Junction, Bandee’s Barbecue.

COUNTRY.

C-Kan/MC Davo/Dharius, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. HIP-HOP

Caleb McGee/John Elisha, The Deli. BLUES

Everybody Else’s Girl, Full Circle Bookstore. JAZZ

Josh Roberts, The Jones Assembly. POP

Kenny Pitts, Core4 Brewing. ACOUSTIC

Kierston White Trio/Matthew & The Arrogant Sea/Cowboy Jr., Blue Note. POP

The Red Stripes and Different Strokes (The White Stripes and The Strokes Tributes), Beer City Music Hall. TRIBUTE

Through Being Cool - Emo Karaoke, The Vanguard, Tulsa. KARAOKE

Touch of Sax, The Lounge at Johnnie’s. JAZZ

SATURDAY, APR. 8

Amarillo Junction, Fuel Bar & Grill. COUNTRY

Copeland, Beer City Music Hall. ROCK

Garrett “Big G” Jacobson, UCO Jazz Lab. BLUES

Goddess Awakening, Factory Obscura.

VARIOUS ARTISTS

The Last Ten Seconds of Life/Vomit Forth/ Cell, 89th Street—OKC. METAL

Straight Tequila Night: ‘90s Country, Tower Theatre. TRIBUTE

Travis Linville, The Blue Door. FOLK

Wade Bowen/Trenton Fletcher, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. COUNTRY

SUNDAY, APR. 9

Copeland/Kevin Garrett, The Vanguard, Tulsa. ALTERNATIVE

Tin Can Gramophone/Hosty, The Deli. FOLK

Young Nudy, Tower Theatre. RAP

MONDAY, APR. 10

The Aints/Bailey Gilbert & Friends, The Deli. AMERICANA

TUESDAY, APR. 11

Bruce Benson & Studio B, 51st Street Speakeasy. BLUES

Cal Scruby, 89th Street—OKC. HIP-HOP

Caleb McGee, The Deli. BLUES

HIRS Collective, The Sanctuary. ALTERNATIVE

Jxdn, Tower Theatre. SINGER/SONGWRITER

Levi Parham, The Jones Assembly. BLUES

Teethe/Charlotte Bumgarner/Greyland, The Vanguard, Tulsa. ALTERNATIVE

WEDNESDAY, APR. 12

Amarillo Junction, JJ’s Alley Bricktown Pub. COUNTRY

Edgar Cruz and Friends, Broke Brewing Company. ACOUSTIC

Isaac McClung, The Jones Assembly. SINGER/ SONGWRITER

Sullivan King, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. DANCE

Trett Charles, River Spirit Casino Resort, Tulsa. COUNTRY

THURSDAY, APR. 13

Badfish, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. COVER

Brandon Birdwell, The Jones Assembly. SINGER/ SONGWRITER

The Cactus Blossoms, Ponyboy. COUNTRY

Country Music Group Therapy/Biscuits & Groovy, The Deli. COUNTRY

Sammy Kershaw/Aaron Tippin/Collin Raye, River Spirit Casino Resort, Tulsa. COUNTRY

Shelly Phelps and The Storm, Bourbon Street Bar. BLUES

Short & Broke/The BlueRays/JL Jones, Mojo’s Blues Club. BLUES

SubDocta, The Vanguard, Tulsa. DANCE

Thursday Night Live Concert Series, American

Solera Edmond. VARIOUS ARTISTS

FRIDAY, APR. 14

Chloe-Beth, The Jones Assembly. FOLK Grandpa Vern/Shaka/Tar Creek/Field

Dressed/Otis VCR, 89th Street—OKC.

ALTERNATIVE

Hippie Sabotage, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. DANCE Kenny Pitts/Matt Mann & The Shine Runners, VZD’s Restaurant & Bar.

ACOUSTIC

Koe Wetzel, BOK Center, Tulsa. COUNTRY

Micky & The Motorcars, Beer City Music Hall.

RED DIRT

Niko Moon, The Tulsa Theater, Tulsa. COUNTRY

Scotty Laughlin, Stonecloud Brewing Co.

COUNTRY

Select Showcase Anniversary Show, The Vanguard, Tulsa. VARIOUS ARTISTS

Shortt Dogg, UCO Jazz Lab. BLUES

SATURDAY, APR. 15

The B-Sides, The Aloha Backyard. COVERS

Bendigo Fletcher, Ponyboy. FOLK

The Flannels, 40 West Bar & Grill. COVER

G20 Funk, Belle Isle Restaurant & Brewing. JAZZ

Hippie Sabotage, The Criterion. DANCE

Howard Brady, Full Circle Bookstore. BLUES

Kyle Earhart/Amanda Earhart/Tanner Massey/Madison Eckerson/Chelsea

Thiessen-Blakely/Brock Dunning, Rodeo Opry.

COUNTRY

Susan Herndon & The Bella Counsel, The Blue Door. FOLK

TBF/The Odyssey/A Mixtape Catastophe/ Second Glance, The Vanguard, Tulsa. HIP-HOP

SUNDAY, APR. 16

Carver Commodore, Factory Obscura. ALTERNATIVE

Judah & The Lion/Will Gaines, The Jones Assembly. FOLK

Knuckle Puck & Real Friends, Beer City Music Hall. PUNK

No Whiners Aloud, Mojo’s Blues Club. BLUES

Paul Thorn, Belle Isle Restaurant & Brewing. COUNTRY

Tin Can Gramophone/Hosty, The Deli. FOLK

Wage War, Diamond Ballroom. METAL

MONDAY, APR. 17

The Aints/Bailey Gilbert & Friends, The Deli. AMERICANA

City Morgue, The Criterion. HIP-HOP

Ron Pope/Caleb Hearn, The Blue Door. FOLK

TUESDAY, APR. 18

Bruce Benson & Studio B, 51st Street Speakeasy. BLUES

Caleb McGee, The Deli. BLUES

Eric Alexander, The Jones Assembly. SINGER/ SONGWRITER

Rittz/Emilio Rojas/Noble Poets/Kickd Hopeless, The Vanguard, Tulsa. RAP

Heat and Frost Insulators Apprenticeship

The Heat and Frost Insulators

Joint Apprenticeship Committee is seeking applicants, male and female, for apprenticeship training in the commercial and industrial insulation trade. The JAC anticipates selecting up to 10 or more apprentices this year. Note: Apprentices receive training in commercial insulation, industrial and process plant insulation, refrigeration and low temperature insulation and prefabrication of fittings, head covers and related work.

Applications may be picked up at the Heat & Frost Insulators Local #94 union office, 716 SE 79th St, OKC, OK, Mon –Fri 9:00am-4:00pm, on May 1st– May 12th, 2023 and must be returned no later than May 31st, 2023. Applicants will be selected based on highest qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex or national origin. The Contractors party to the Heat & Frost Insulators Workers’ JAC Agreement are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please call 405-632-6767 for additional information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Age of 18 years or over

• High School Graduate or GED (High School transcript required and proof of GED, if applicable)

• U.S. Citizen or legal resident alien (Documentation required)

• A Valid Driver’s License

• Physical exam & drug test will be required prior to indenturement

Carter Sampson singer-songwriter from Oklahoma, known for her heartfelt and soulful performances that blend elements of country, blues, and folk. Hear her live April 7 at The Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley Ave., 405-524-0738, bluedoorokc.com. FRI, APR 7

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Jo James, El Coyote Bar & Cantina. SINGER/ SONGWRITER

The Order of Elijah/Homicyde/OBJECTOR, Snug Bar. METAL

Pedro The Lion, Beer City Music Hall. ROCK

Pop Punk Nite, 89th Street—OKC. COVER

Live music submissions must be received by Oklahoma Gazette no later than noon on Wednesday seven days before the desired publication date. Late submissions will not be included in the listings. Submissions run as space allows, although we strive to make the listings as inclusive as possible. Visit okgazette.com to submit your lisitngs or email listings@okgazette.com. Sorry, but phone submissions cannot be accepted. GO TO OKGAZETTE.COM FOR FULL LISTINGS!

THE HIGH CULTURE

[ed. note — the editor and creative director of Oklahoma Gazette independently sourced cannabis flower strains from the same grow unintentionally over the weekend. We both thought it was funny, so we’ve retained both reviews.]

Strain name: PBJ Breath

Grown by: Grow United Farms

Acquired from: L1F3 Experience (NW 16th)

Date acquired: April 2

Physical traits: frosted purple and light green

Bouquet: sweet and gassy

Review: Passion Punch crossed with Do-Si-Dos, PBJ Breath certainly looks it with its signa ture sandy trichomes and smells like it with its distinctive sweet pungency. Certainly the winner for bag appeal, this strain wasn’t the strongest strain available at L1F3 Experience, but the owner picked it personally for its effects, which are very goldilocks in nature. The dispensary’s ethos, “live first, fuel mind, body and spirit (L1F3),” shines through in its attentiveness to patient needs. The northwest OKC location just opened, so the

WEEK OF APRIL 6

Homework: What do you love most about yourself? Newsletter.FreeWillAstrology.com

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Aries-born René Descartes (1596–1650) was instrumental in developing of modern science and philosophy. His famous motto, “I think, therefore I am” is an assertion that the analytical component of intelligence is primary and foremost. And yet, few history books mention the supernatural intervention that was pivotal in his evolution as a supreme rationalist. On the night of November 10, 1619, he had three mystical dreams that changed his life, revealing the contours of the quest to discern the “miraculous science” that would occupy him for the next 30 years. I suspect you are in store for a comparable experience or two, Aries. Brilliant ideas and marvelous solutions to your dilemmas will visit you as you bask in unusual and magical states of awareness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

The dirty work is becoming milder and easier. It’s still a bit dirty, but is growing progressively less grungy and more rewarding. The command to “adjust, adjust, and adjust some more, you beast of burden” is giving way to “refine, refine, and refine some more, you beautiful animal.” At this pivotal moment, it’s crucial to remain consummately conscientious. If you stay in close touch with your shadowy side, it will never commandeer more than ten percent of your total personality. In other words, a bit of healthy distrust for your own motives will keep you trustworthy. (PS: Groaning and grousing, if done in righteous and constructive causes, will continue to be good therapy for now.)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

“’Tis the good reader that makes the good book,” wrote Gemini philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson. “In every book, he finds passages which seem confidences or asides hidden from all else and unmistakably meant for his ear.” In the coming weeks, a similar principle will apply to everything you encounter, Gemini—not just books. You will find rich meaning and entertainment wherever

dispo itself is still pretty minimal, but the selection of indoor flower

STRAIN REVIEWS

Strain name: Gelato Do-Si-Dos

Grown by: Grow United Farms

Acquired from: Proud Mary Cannabis

Date acquired: April 1

Physical traits: thickly frosted shades of bright green

Bouquet: gassy

Review: Between Dank’s Dis pensary and the Blue Note, you’ll find Proud Mary Cannabis. Founded by Thunder Walker, who also created the dispensary’s artwork, the bright and spacious shop showcases Grow United Farms, an allin-one Seminole cannabis facility that grows potent and flavorful cannabis culti vated with organic materials and environmentally-conscious process es and materials. All that said, the Gelato Do-Si-Dos is a solid choice if you’re looking to veg out after an evening at the Blue Note. This gassy strain throws hints of lavender and lemon in both smell and taste, but

be prepared — this is a heavy hitter. While this one offers some cozy uplifting vibes, a heavy sesh will leave

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

you go. From seemingly ordinary experiences, you’ll notice and pluck clues that will be wildly useful for you personally. For inspiration, read this quote from author Sam Keen: “Enter each day with the expectation that the happenings of the day may contain a clandestine message addressed to you personally. Expect omens, epiphanies, casual blessings, and teachers who unknowingly speak to your condition.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Traditional astrologers don’t regard the planet Mars as being a natural ally of you Crabs. But I suspect you will enjoy an invigorating relationship with the red planet during the next six weeks. For best results, tap into its rigorous vigor in the following ways: 1. Gather new wisdom about how to fight tenderly and fiercely for what’s yours. 2. Refine and energize your ambitions so they become more ingenious and beautiful. 3. Find out more about how to provide your physical body with exactly what it needs to be strong and lively on an ongoing basis.

4. Mediate on how to activate a boost in your willpower.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

I won’t ask you to start heading back toward your comfort zone yet, Leo. I’d love to see you keep wandering out in the frontiers for a while longer. It’s healthy and wise to be extra fanciful, improvisatory, and imaginative. The more rigorous and daring your experiments, the better. Possible bonus: If you are willing to question at least some of your fixed opinions and dogmatic beliefs, you could very well outgrow the part of the Old You that has finished its mission.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The Supreme Deity with the most power may not be Jehovah or Allah or Brahman or Jesus’s Dad. There’s a good chance it’s actually Mammon, the God of Money. The devoted worship that humans offer to Mammon far surpasses the loyalty offered to all the other gods combined. His values and commandments rule civilization. I bring this to your attention, Virgo, because now is an excellent time for you to deliver extra intense prayers to Mammon. From what I can determine, this formidable Lord of Lords is far more likely to favor you

than usual. (PS: I’m only half-kidding. I really do believe your financial luck will be a peak in the coming weeks.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

It’s an excellent time to give up depleted, used-up obsessions so you have plenty of room and energy to embrace fresh, succulent passions. I hope you will take advantage of the cosmic help that’s available as you try this fun experiment. You will get in touch with previously untapped resources as you wind down your attachments to old pleasures that have dissipated. You will activate dormant reserves of energy as you phase out connections that take more than they give.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

“The best revenge is not to be like your enemy,” said ancient Roman philosopher Marcus Aurelius. I’m tempted to advise every Scorpio to get a tattoo of that motto. That way, you will forever keep in mind this excellent advice; As fun as it may initially feel to retaliate against those who have crossed you, it rarely generates redemptive grace or glorious rebirth, which are key Scorpio birthrights. I believe these thoughts should be prime meditations for you in the coming weeks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Sometimes love can be boring. We may become overly accustomed to feeling affection and tenderness for a special person or animal. What blazed like a fiery fountain in the early stages of our attraction might have subsided into a routine sensation of mild fondness. But here’s the good news, Sagittarius: Even if you have been ensconced in bland sweetness, I suspect you will soon transition into a phase of enhanced zeal. Are you ready to be immersed in a luscious lusty bloom of heartful yearning and adventure?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

What shall we call this latest chapter of your life story? How about “Stealthy Triumph over Lonely Fear” or maybe “Creating Rapport with the Holy Darkness.” Other choices might be “As Far Down into the Wild Rich Depths That I Dare to Go” or “My Roots Are Stronger and Deeper Than I Ever Imagined.”

Congratulations on this quiet but amazing work you’ve been attending to. Some other possible descriptors: “I Didn’t Have to Slay the Dragon Because I Figured Out How to Harness It” or “The Unexpected Wealth I Discovered Amidst the Confusing Chaos.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

It’s sway-swirl-swivel time for you, Aquarius—a phase when you will be wise to gyrate and rollick and zigzag. This is a bouncy, shimmering interlude that will hopefully clean and clear your mind as it provides you with an abundance of reasons to utter “whee!” and “yahoo!” and “hooray!” My advice: Don’t expect the straight-and-narrow version of anything. Be sure you get more than minimal doses of twirling and swooping and cavorting. Your brain needs to be teased and tickled, and your heart requires regular encounters with improvised fun.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

When I was growing up in suburban America, way back in the 20th century, many adults told me that I was wrong and bad to grow my hair really long. Really! It’s hard to believe now, but I endured ongoing assaults of criticism, ridicule, and threats because of how I shaped my physical appearance. Teachers, relatives, baseball coaches, neighbors, strangers in the grocery store—literally hundreds of people—warned me that sporting a big head of hair would cause the whole world to be prejudiced against me and sabotage my success. Decades later, I can safely say that all those critics were resoundingly wrong. My hair is still long, has always been so, and my ability to live the life I love has not been obstructed by it in the least. Telling you this story is my way of encouraging you to keep being who you really are, even in the face of people telling you that’s not who you really are. The astrological omens say it’s time for you to take a stand.

Go to RealAstrology.com to check out Rob Brezsny’s expanded weekly audio horoscopes / daily text message horoscopes. The audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1-877873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700.

NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE | GIVE ME A BREAK!

By Robert Ryan | Puzzles

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2 One in the hand?

3 Knock

4 The ____ Tour (2023 Taylor Swift concert series that broke Ticketmaster)

5 “Pride and Prejudice”

surname

6 Becomes unduly prominent

7 Forty winks

8 When said three times, mantra for some accused

9 Completed collection

10 Conspicuous kissing, e.g., for short

11 Like some casts

12 Orange and peach, for example

13 Word has it!

14 Droop

15 One giving creepy looks

16 Yearbook signers

17 World’s largest inland body of water

18 Thus far, poetically

19 You might see them now and again

24 Fortune 500 company whose logo is a blue infinity symbol

61 Organizer of a school field day, for short

Extra-crisp, informally

Sea change?

stat 67 The “Noster” in “Pater Noster”

1

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Puzzle No. 0312 which appeared in the March 22nd issue.

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Ryan of London is an economist for Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority. He grew up in Ireland, where he used to sit on his father’s knee and “help” him solve the cryptic crossword in the back of a television guide. He subscribed to The New York Times in 2020 for its election coverage and soon got hooked on the crossword, which he now does every day. This is Robert’s first puzzle for the paper. —W.S.