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DEC. 15 - DEC. 28 2016 • VOL. 12 • ISSUE 25 LOOKATOKC.COM
The metro’s most adorable and dorkiest pets get their LICK@ OKC close-up On Page 18 DOUBLEVEE GETS DANGEROUS ON PAGE 16 | ‘MOANA’ REVIEW ON PAGE 26
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22 | Holiday Movie Guide Temperatures are on the decline but there’s no shortage of movies to catch during the holidays. Gene Triplett and Dennis King deliver a list of must-see films.
10 | Downtown work of art For many years, Bricktown was decidedly tilted toward showing off the area’s history. Artist Jack Fowler is breaking the mold with a new public mural called the “Bricktown Octopus.”
14 | Music makers OKC Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground lets children try their hands at music-making and Brandy McDonnell visited the unique instrumental offering.
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Volunteer Gayl Leichner takes Nolan on a walk at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Center in Oklahoma City. Leichner volunteers every day at the center spending time with the dogs that need a home. [PHOTO BY CHRIS LANDSBERGER]
NATHAN POPPE LOOKatOKC editor npoppe@ oklahoman.com
Sweet Christmas. I’ve already started looping Vince Guaraldi Trio. That must mean it’s officially the holidays in Oklahoma City. Igloo shops are popping up, all of Automobile Alley looks like Clark and Ellen Griswold’s rooftop and the movies are getting sadder. I’m totally all right
with all three of those things because December makes my addiction to Braum’s peppermint ice cream seem more festive than sad and sweatpants become less frowned upon in public. It’s really hard for me to believe you’re holding the second to last LOOKatOKC issue of the year. We’ve made more than two dozen issues in 2016, and this one is the furriest one yet. The LICKatOKC hashtag is my favorite because it started as a ridiculous pun and ended up being a goofy reality. A special thanks to Tiffany Gibson for helping gather all the entries to the contest. Remember, you can tag photos of your pets all year on Instagram with the LOOKatOKC hashtag. Or not, and your pet will never get internet famous. That’s on you. I’m going to leave you
on one more festive note. On Dec. 2, I was asked to make a Midnight Toast at Ludivine. The bar was full of friends and strangers. I was told my toast went well, but I don’t remember doing it. However, video evidence of the moment emerged, and I’d like to share the transcript. Glasses up.
Don’t get hung up on last November Before you know it, it’ll be next December We can only go through this world one day at a time This toast is to an Oklahoma night, an Oklahoma bender Never give up, never surrender I’ve yet to hear from any lawyers or “Galaxy Quest” representatives so I’d call that a roaring success. See you again at the end of the year.
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Event center proposed for Bricktown Canal property BY STEVE LACKMEYER For LOOKatOKC
A 70-year-old derelict building along the Bricktown Canal, empty since 2002, is set to undergo a $10 million transformation into an event center and sandwich shop. The Falls Event Center LLC started in Utah five years ago and has since grown to eight locations with Bricktown being one of several new locations being planned. John Neubauer, corporate general manager with Falls Event Centers, said the company has a purchase contract for 108 E California Ave., and construction could start by next summer pending approval by the Bricktown Urban Design Committee. Plans call for addition of a third floor and a waterfall that will flow at the building’s canal level. The east-facing wall that adjoins the Brickopolis miniature golf course would be redone with a new brick facade and window openings. “We’re an event center, but we’re a venue only,” Neubauer said. “It’s for businesses, nonprofits and families seeking places to do events. Guests do their own catering, alcohol and event planning. Our niche is we provide a country club environment for a ‘Target’ price.” The development also will include an “Even Stevens” sandwich shop, which along with the Falls Event Centers was started by Utah entrepreneur Steve Down. The shops, started in 2014, donate sandwiches to a local nonprofit that feeds the hungry. As of July, the
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chain gave away 500,000 sandwiches. The two-story building originally was home to a paper company but was empty for several years before it was briefly leased to a nightclub after the opening of the canal in 1999. The first presentation of the project will be at the Dec. 14 Bricktown Urban Design Committee meeting, with an application for plan approval in January. Neubauer said discussions have been ongoing with the city’s parks department about adding the waterfall and with Mallory O’Neill, Bricktown Association program manager, about ensuring the venue is a good fit with the district. “We want to rebrick the side wall — it’s such an ugly view for people who come into the area,” Neubauer said. “We will put some really nice artwork on the wall in coordination with Mallory and the Bricktown Association.” Because the event center allows customers to choose their own catering, Neubauer expects the venue will benefit Bricktown area restaurants. O’Neill is excited to see the project come to fruition. “This event space and restaurant concept is the perfect addition to the canal,” O’Neill said. “Seeing this building active and thriving is the end goal for the district and we are confident that The Falls will do so. They have already proven how invested in the community they will be. We are very excited to have them call Bricktown home.”
Proposed redevelopment of 108 E California along the Bricktown Canal includes a new east facade, the addition of a third floor and the creation of a waterfall that will flow into the canal. [ILLUSTRATION PROVIDED BY PONTIS ARCHITECTURAL GROUP]
The former paper company warehouse at 108 E California Ave. has been empty since 2002. The upstairs windows are boarded up, and the east wall is in stark contrast to the adjoining historic buildings and Brickopolis miniature golf course. Plans call for the east wall, shown in this photo, to have windows and a new brick facade added. [PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL]
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Lincoln Plaza started with ambitions to top Dallas BY STEVE LACKMEYER For LOOKatOKC
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he Lincoln Office Plaza, announced in 1967, was to be no ordinary office complex. Led by John Lewis, president of First Fidelity Corp., the 24-acre project was to include a hotel, trade mart and ample underground parking. Lewis estimated the development along Lincoln Boulevard at NE 42 would cost $15 million. Everything was to be “ultramodern” — including computers devoted to oil companies. Lewis proclaimed a trade mart at the complex would put Oklahoma City in competition with Dallas as a wholesale shipping hub. “There will be a lot of consolidation here of offices from all over the country because of the efficiencies made possible by this location and facilities,” Lewis said. “That’s the reason we’ve got to get going in a hurry.” Delbert Cravens, president of the Northeast Chamber of Commerce, was an enthusiastic supporter. “This is the kind of project we’ve been looking for to kick off the inevitable development of the east side of Oklahoma City and complement the development of the medical center and State Capitol complex,” Cravens said in anticipation of the project’s completion. The trade mart idea had already faded from the headlines when the complex opened with a Quality Inn banner on July 15, 1970. The hotel featured 312 rooms, a dinner theater with a rotating stage, a 14,000-squarefoot ballroom, and 17 meeting rooms.
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Lincoln Plaza hosted numerous events in its dinner theater. The conference hotel wing that was home to the theater was gutted and redeveloped into offices of the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority. [THE OKLAHOMAN ARCHIVES]
At a time when downtown’s aging hotels were either going bankrupt or being torn down by Urban Renewal, the Lincoln Plaza offered modern accommodations, ample meeting space and free parking. Throughout the 1970s, the Lincoln Plaza remained a top destination for travelers, politicians, executives and couples seeking a fun night at its dinner theater. In 1984, the hotel was sold for $20 million. But trouble was looming. The collapse of Penn Square Bank had triggered an economic depression throughout the
The Lincoln Plaza hotel and conference center was once a top destination for lawmakers and politicos. [THE OKLAHOMAN ARCHIVES]
state, and Lincoln Boulevard itself was beginning to look shabby. Aging motels along Lincoln Boulevard, no longer attracting cross-country travelers, became havens for prostitutes and drug dealers. The strip’s reputation suffered. The property frequently changed hands throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. Owners in 1991 promised an overhaul, and managed to bring in new furniture bought at auctions of the closed Heritage USA. That plan ended with a foreclosure in 1993. More promised comebacks followed. Another set of owners in 1998 promised a sweeping overhaul that would rebrand the hotel as a Ramada and feature a theme restaurant owned by legendary football coach Jimmy Johnson. The Ramada banner didn’t stay up for long. The hotel tower closed. The restaurant closed after 18 months. In August 2006, local developer Tom Parrish bought the three-story and six-story hotel buildings and drew up plans to bring them back as a modern hotel conference center. A downturn in the national economy helped kill Parrish’s vision and the property went into receivership and was then bought by Richard Tanenbaum. The office park, separately owned at the time, was filled with state agencies, but it too went empty and ended up in receivership. With Tanebaum’s purchase of the office park, the one-time landmark is positioned to come back to life. But it’s days as a hotel and destination for the state’s political power brokers is unlikely to ever return.
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he very first mural in Bricktown disappeared more than 25 years ago, but like most art in the district, it was decidedly tilted toward showing off the area’s history. It was 1982 and Neal Horton was just a couple of years into his redevelopment of the forgotten collection of decadesold brick warehouses just east of the Central Business District. Horton saw art as a means to generate interest in the district, which he envisioned as an old town destination with restaurants, shops, condominiums, offices and a bed-and-breakfast.
Horton spent six months planning the mural with art students and professionals at Oklahoma City University. The first mural, displayed at Walnut and Sheridan Avenues, depicted the Armstrong Hardware Co., one of the early firms to locate in the old Military addition, where U.S. Army troops camped to keep order after the 1889 Land Run. The mural showed an elderly man and woman, dressed in their 1910 best, about to enter Armstrong's door. The “mega-mural” was assembled as a series of plywood panels, each four feet wide and eight feet tall, individually painted. Two rows of panels shaped the SEE MURALS, 12
The “Bricktown Octopus” by Jack Fowler, now on display on the northside alley wall of the Chevy Bricktown Event Center, represents a departure from the historic art that dominated the district for the past three decades. [PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS]
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MURALS CONTINUED FROM 10L mural, making it eight feet tall. Over the next three decades, public art in Bricktown would follow the precedent set by Horton — historic themes, nothing too abstract and funky. Such rules were even added into the district’s design ordinances. Those rules were lifted earlier this year, and very first game changer is artist Jack Fowler, who is wrapping up work on the “Bricktown Octopus.” The octopus is colorful, huge and it has nothing to do with state, city or Bricktown history. Spanning a 5,000-square-foot alley side wall of the Chevy Bricktown Entertainment Center, the mural was commissioned by the property owners, Brent and Brett Brewer and Downtown Initiatives, a nonprofit operated by Downtown Oklahoma City Inc. List me as someone who was a skeptic when this project was first launched. But as it nears completion, I get it. This is a mural that will become a photo spot, a total celebration of nonsense in a world that desperately needs to be cheered up by colorful silliness. The game changers in the Bricktown art scene can be found at Downtown Oklahoma City Inc. They also commissioned murals along the Reno and Sheridan Avenues underpasses at the BNSF Railway viaduct that were a reflection of our city's American Indian heritage — but far more abstract in nature than what we've seen previously. More art is planned. Amanda Bradway is set to present plans next month to the Bricktown Design Review Committee for a mural light board that will be displayed along a wall under the Oklahoma Avenue bridge over the Bricktown Canal. Bricktown program manager Mallory O’Neill, meanwhile, is working with property owners along the canal for at least one more art project, and a mural also will be added along the final BNSF viaduct entry into Bricktown at Main Street. We can expect this new wave of public art in Bricktown to continue to be a departure from works done in past years showing a timeline history of the state, a long old west train filled with celebrity passengers, a large vintage style downtown post card mural, and works at the ballpark depicting Bricktown’s industrial past. It’s a changing theme for the state’s premier urban entertainment district. The art reflects a new direction for Bricktown — one that remains popular with tourists and late-night club crowds, but also one that is set to be far more local with the addition of hundreds of residents and an influx of more locally focused restaurants and shops. Neal Horton understood the importance of public art in place-making back in 1982. And while the murals are different, the intent of using art to add to a visitor’s experience remains intact.
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This rendering shows the proposed “Wild Illuminate” backlit mural by Amanda Bradway that is awaiting approval by the Bricktown Design Review Committee. [PHOTO PROVIDED]
Steven Grounds is shown working in June on his mural titled “Strength of the Women” on the south side of the Sheridan underpass leading into Bricktown. [PHOTO BY DOUG HOKE]
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Hitting the right notes OKC Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground lets children try their hands at classical music-making BY BRANDY MCDONNELL For LOOKatOKC
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mid the jangle of tambourines, bleating of horns and chattering of eager aspiring musicians, Cassie Cackler smiled as she coaxed a lilting note out of a flute on her first attempt. “I think it’s really fun,” she said as she moved on to give the cello a try. Cassie, a 10-year-old student from Heritage Elementary in Edmond, was among about 40 Junior Girl Scouts and Brownies who recently played their way through the Oklahoma City Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground. The hands-on program allows children to explore several instruments featured in the four sections of a symphony orchestra. “They can pick up a French horn and learn how to play it. They can pick up a trombone and learn how
to play it. A violin, a cello — well, they won’t want to pick up the cello necessarily,” Orchestra League member Joan Bryant said with a laugh. “They are able to try out the instruments … which introduces them and lets them know this might be something that they might like to do.”
Isabela Odhiambo, 9, tries out a violin during the Oklahoma City Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground at an event this month for Junior Girl Scouts in Oklahoma City.
EDUCATIONAL MISSION With the towering instrument resting against her legs, Isabela Odhiambo, 9, carefully drew bow across strings, grinning broadly when the cello’s rich sound quavered into the crowded classroom. A Junior Girl Scout who attends Stone Ridge Elementary in Piedmont, Isabela said she would like to learn an instrument — she’s leaning toward the violin — and getting the chance to try several helped SEE ORCHESTRA, 14
IN CONCERT OKLAHOMA CITY ORCHESTRA LEAGUE INSTRUMENT PLAYGROUND When: 1 p.m. Jan. 29 before the Oklahoma City Philharmonic’s Discovery Family Series concert. Where: Oklahoma City Civic Center, 201 N Walker. Tickets and information: www.okcphil.org or 842-5387. More on the Orchestra League: www.okcorchestraleague.org.
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McKenzie James, 9, quickly makes music on a French horn during the Oklahoma City Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground at an event this month for Junior Girl Scouts in Oklahoma City. [PHOTOS BY PAUL HELLSTERN]
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Girls try out various percussion instruments during the Oklahoma City Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground at an event for Junior Girl Scouts in Oklahoma City. [PHOTO BY PAUL HELLSTERN]
ORCHESTRA CONTINUED FROM 13 her understand more about music-making. “I liked playing all the string instruments,” she said. “It’s really amazing to get to hold them and
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play them.” That sense of amazement is what the Orchestra League hopes to elicit with the Instrument Playground, said Polly Worthington, the organization’s vice president of programs. “Lots of kids have never even held one or tried it,” she said. “I think it’s a really exciting thing that we take out to the public so that the children can
get a chance to see an instrument up close and to really just touch it and feel it.” Founded in 1948 as a support organization for the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Bryant said the Orchestra League started hosting competitions for advanced student musicians in 1958. Its SEE ORCHESTRA, 15
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educational programs have evolved and expanded over the decades. “The mission of the Oklahoma City Orchestra League is to educate, enrich and inspire the community by supporting orchestral music and volunteerism, so this is one of the ways that we do this,” she said. “It’s like a best-kept secret, the education that the Orchestra League does. Because everybody thinks about the Orchestra League and they think, ‘Oh, they do the (Symphony) Show House’ — which we do, which raises funds. But we go all over the state with the Instrument Playground.” The Instrument Playground’s most regular gig involves warming up the crowds for the Philharmonic’s Discovery Family Series concerts. The next Instrument Playground is planned for Jan. 29 before the OKC Philharmonic’s funky performance with Oklahoma City kindie rock duo the Sugar Free Allstars.
INSPIRING EFFORTS The Orchestra League also partners with other nonprofit organizations, schools and events to take its interactive instrument collection to children around the state. As public schools cut music education programs due to funding constraints, Bryant said such outreach efforts are more vital than ever. The Instrument Playground recently has appeared at the Oklahoma State Fair, the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes Honor the Child festivities in Anadarko and the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma’s Buddy Walk at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Wherever it goes, Bryant said it’s thrilling to see children experience the joy of music — and occasionally hear stories of students taking the experience out of the playground. “There was this young girl who picked up a violin, and she obviously knew how to finger it and she knew how to play it. And I talked to her mother, and a few years ago, she had been to the Buddy Walk — she comes every year — and she
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was introduced to the violin. And she fell in love with it and she has been taking lessons ever since,” Bryant said. “It’s just inspiring.” Cera Perez, Junior Troop Support Specialist with Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma, said the hands-on nature of the Instrument Playground complements the Girl Scout philosophy. The Orchestra League partnered this month with the OKC Philharmonic, Allied Arts and OK City Chorus for Journeys in Harmony, an interactive event that gives Junior Girl Scouts a chance to earn their musician merit badge. “It allows them to … learn by doing. Since Girl Scouts talks a lot about girlled, this is a way for them to be girl-led in a sense of ‘Hey, I’m gonna touch this instrument and I’m gonna be able to know I can do this,’ ” Perez said. “I’m glad that they were able to let them actually touch those things, especially like those cellos … because that’s exciting. I was like, ‘You’re gonna let them play with that?’ And they were like, ‘Yeah, let’s go.’ So, they’ve been awesome.”
JOYFUL NOISE At the percussion table, Junior Girl Scout Kate Clark, 10, flexed and bent her thumb and index finger to clang together the tiny finger cymbals often used by belly dancers. Although she had seen the finger cymbals, maracas and triangle at school, the Will Rogers Elementary student was surprised by one instrument amid the beat-keeping noisemakers. “One of the things that I didn’t know existed was the little spoon clappers,” she said. “I thought you were supposed to, like, clap those together and like move them. But you actually hit them against the side of your leg. It’s cool. … I actually had seen them once, but I thought they were just, like, two spoons. I didn’t know that they actually have a handle.” Along with experimenting with the spoons, Kate also was excited to try out the French horn. “I like the brass. I like the sound and how it’s, like, loud. I like making loud noises,” she said with a grin. “We’re good at loud noises,” said Orchestra League volunteer Cheryl Hudak. “We make a joyful noise.”
The Oklahoma City Orchestra League’s Jeanne Jackson works with Janat Tariq, 10, on the cello during the OKC Orchestra League’s Instrument Playground at an event for Junior Girl Scouts in Oklahoma City. [PHOTO BY PAUL HELLSTERN]
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The band doubleVee is Allan Vest and Barb Vest. Allan’s instrumental scores have been featured in Disney animated shorts. [PHOTO PROVIDED]
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There’s barely a moment of doubleVee’s origin story that wasn’t soundtracked. Former Starlight Mints frontman Allan Vest and Barb Vest comprise the Oklahoma City-based band, and the duo met through a series of Okie concerts and conversations about music. The couple bonded when Allan played her Ennio Morricone’s evocative theme from the 1969 crime film “The Sicilian Clan” in a makeshift studio. They’d marry five years later in October 2015 with the same song kicking off the ceremony. All cuteness aside, the Vests have completed a full-length album of original music under the moniker doubleVee. The soon to be self-released effort is called “The Moonlit Fables of Jack the Rider.” It won’t land until Feb. 10, but you can pass the time with the band’s digital PledgeMusic campaign. The pre-order campaign ends Dec. 27. I caught up with the pair and asked about the new song, the album’s mysterious central character, performing this material live and more. Q: What can you tell me about the album’s title character, Jack? Where did he come from and what made him a driving force for the record?
Allan Vest: “Jack the Rider” was the first of three songs we initially created together. We just stumbled on the character while working on the song one day. We knew there would be a repeating line with certain phonetics, and poof, he was born. Barb spearheaded creating an underlying storyline while we began working on the other songs and we started to approach the album as more of a theatrical piece, with Jack at the handlebars. He’s a traveler who descends into a world reminiscent of “The Twilight Zone” where nothing is exactly as it seems. I think for the listener, the album is a puzzle; as for us, we know how we see some of the pieces fit, but we like for our songs to be open for interpretation by the listener. Q: You guys have been working on this material for a while. How long has the process been and how does it feel to be so close to a release? Barb Vest: When we first started working on the songs, we didn’t have an album in mind, but knew we enjoyed working on music together and wanted to get our songs out there one way or another. We digitally selfreleased three songs in October and November of 2013, and as we continued creating we knew we wanted to SEE Q&A, 17
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learning several of the sampler-based programs we work with including Reason, Play and Kontakt. I think the project is somewhat similar musically to the Starlight Mints but quite different lyrically and with a more prominent female voice in Barb. Looking back, I think every Starlight Mints record had its own vibe and progression with songs ranging from being playful to emotional to simple to sometimes heavily orchestrated. Although there is a bit of orchestration and sound effects on this debut album, it feels pure to me musically, and lyrically haunting and full of metaphors. Q: What prompted Allan to build a home studio? Has that made the production process a lot easier and convenient? Allan Vest: I’ve had a micro studio of one sort or another for several years, but I’d never had a space with any proper sound treatment and a controlled listening environment. Barb’s dad and I built over a dozen bass traps and cut my nine foot work table in half (then carefully put it back together) when it wouldn’t quite fit through the house. Barb and I have been slowly making improvements to the studio since then, purchasing
sets of industry standard speakers, microphones and software and making the most of the space. It does make the production process a lot simpler and more convenient, considering we can work in the studio anytime day or night and not have to worry about paying any rental rates. Q: The songs on “The Moonlit Fables of Jack the Rider” feel very theatrical. I’m curious what a live show would look or feel like. Do you guys have anything in mind for that? Barb Vest: We love hearing that our music has a theatrical or cinematic feel to it and have sketched out plans for what live performances of the album would look like, with stage sets, a plot line, and visual and special effects elements. We would add a member or two for the live band version of doubleVee. We’ll accelerate those plans once we see how our PledgeMusic campaign to help fund the release goes, and we are hopeful that a successful campaign really propels the next steps. Q: How has being a couple affected the creative process? Was it always a fit for you to work together on music?
Allan Vest: Barb and I have always been in sync musically, randomly singing improv songs, with each of us bringing different musical tastes and backgrounds to the table. Our first song together was a cover we did as a holiday gift for family. We enjoyed the interplay between our voices and harmonizing together and started recording original material not long afterward. It’s been a good fit, since we really feed off each other’s ideas as our songs start coming together, working out melodies and harmonies and sketching out the lyrics. I’ve been composing music since I was a teenager, so having gotten to this point and getting to create songs with my wife has been a really special turn of events.
TRACK DEBUT You can also check out an exclusive debut of the doubleVee single “Dangerous World” on NewsOK.com/blogs/ middleofnowhere. Think of it as a theatrical return to form for Allan Vest whose arrangements have always tickled pop sensibilities with a lush, orchestrated flair and a chance to hear Barb Vest hold her own with harmonious vocals and electronic flourishes.
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LICKatOKC Okie pet owners share their favorite furry photos COMPILED BY TIFFANY GIBSON AND NATHAN POPPE
Whenever I asked my parents for a pet, they liked to remind me that I was the family dog. Today, I’m no Bob Barker either, but I do have a soft spot for pets. Sadly, there’s no room in my apartment for anything besides a few fish, but I always look forward to working with Tiffany Gibson on our annual LICKatOKC cover story. It’s fun to feature the metro’s dorkiest and most adorable dogs and cats. We hope you enjoy the reader-submitted photos. As the year ends, I thought about checking in with a few Okie adoption
and rescue agencies to see how the year went. The Oklahoman’s offices in downtown OKC get frequent visits from an adorable puppy or kitten along with Abby Wolfe of the Central Oklahoma Humane Society. Wolfe and an animal team up for on-camera interviews with Dave Morris. A couple weeks ago, one dog didn’t make it out the door because the pooch was adopted shortly after the interview. “We’re going to have a special coming up that cat lovers are going to love,” Wolfe told NewsOK recently. “Dogs are doing great. We have quite a few puppies that will be coming available soon. ... If you’re in the market for a
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Kalie Meyer, @albus.and.ollie Albus Dumbledoge is a 5-month-old English Golden Retriever that we adopted from a family in Northwest Arkansas. As obvious Harry Potter fans, it was fate that our pup was born on Harry’s birthday, July 31. Albus loves outdoor adventures, especially when it involves mud. His favorite pastime is making new friends at our local dog parks.
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Cindy Steph, @cindyrsteph He goes by two names. “JC” and Azlan aka Azzy. He’s a 7-year-old flame point Himalayan that came into our lives during a big life change. His hobbies include sitting in open suitcases, reminding us he’s starving because his bowl isn’t filled to the top and running from the new puppy.
Daniel Crossley, @d_crossley14 In this picture, we have Nash the black Lab, and Coco the Yorkie. Nash is just over a year old and has been with my wife and I since he was 6 weeks old. He is big teddy bear that loves to lay on the couch and be on my lap. Coco is 4 years old, and my wife Ashlea, brought her home as a puppy. Even though she is only seven pounds, Coco thinks she is the biggest dog around. They make a pretty good pair and love to play together.
Ben Abraham, @benabraham My best friend in the fourth grade had two gorgeous huskies. I pestered my parents ever since then to get one and about seven years ago we found the perfect one and were able to adopt him. This is my dog, Aspen. He is a purebred Siberian Husky. He is the joy of our family and full of energy, especially in the cold months. Aspen loves on every person he meets. He has brought our family closer together and always let’s us know when any argument annoys him by utilizing his beautiful howl. We are so blessed to have him, and we thank God for bringing him into our lives.
Emily il Ifill, fill @emilyifill il ifill In 2012, Pirrow was found wandering my neighborhood at 3 months old. The long-hair miniature Dachshund was covered head to toe with 20 ticks, and I removed every one of those suckers. We put up “lost dog” fliers for a week and a half, and after no one came for him, I claimed him as mine. I mean, how can you say no to such a cute face like his?
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Naoma Serna, @naoserna Her name is Prairie. My vet said she is a mix of Norwich Terrier and Corgi. My fiancé and I adopted her a month after I graduated from UCO. We found her on the Nextdoor neighborhood community app when one of my neighbors had caught her running onto the on-ramp of I-235 and 36th. My neighbor tried to find the owners but she seemed to be severely abused. She couldn’t keep Prairie and was looking for the perfect people to adopt her. Prairie has been spoiled ever since and takes up most of the bed, but she deserves it.
Leah Nelson, @leahn19 This is L.D. He is a 7-year-old Maine Coon and Domestic Longhair mix. We adopted him in 2010 after the loss of our first cat. He likes to talk to birds, sing cat songs in the middle of the night and be carried around like a baby. He also steals my hair ties and keeps them under the refrigerator in case I need them for later. He has a great personality.
Mena Ganesan, @liliotis74 This is my Shih Tzu and Yorkie mix mutt, Darby. He is almost 3 years old. After my beloved dog died of old age back in 2014, my friend brought this little ball of fur to my home in hopes of helping me through the grieving process. When Darby came to live with me, he was a scared, shy little 3-month-old pup. Now he is a rambunctious, playful boy who loves every human, dog and cat he meets. He loves toys and hates to eat vegetables. He’s never met a ball that he can’t fetch. He is my favorite little cuddlebug.
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Sheryl Salisbury, @sherylsalisbury We named her after a Willow tree because she’s about the same color as its bark. When she is practicing hunting, she disappears among the tree bark. My husband is an avid quail hunter and the Weimaraner makes great pointers and retrievers. We love this breed for their hunting ability as well as their loving disposition. We bought Willow from a couple in Amorita. She’s just a puppy (about 6 months in this picture) and a love dove that’s for sure.
@okmort Oliver was adopted from a possible puppy mill as a scrawny little mutt. Now, he’s a handsome mixed breed who loves watching for squirrels out the window. We pretend he’s a new breed, a 16 pound Micro-Labrador.
Teresa Randall, @terrierteacher Bodie was confiscated from a puppy mill eight years ago and came to me as a rescue dog. He brings, or creates, happiness everywhere he goes with his infectious Terrier attitude.
@abel_bird Abel is a 4-year-old French Bulldog. I adopted him from a lady off of Craigslist. He brings so much joy to everyone he meets and has more personality than we can handle sometimes. He loves car rides, naps, and wrestling with his pug sister, Birdie.
@hayemargo argo The Dude. He’s a rescue from the local organization, All 4 One Rescue. We actually signed up to foster him and his sister but fell in love on our first day together and decided to adopt them both. He is about 2 years old and is a Pomeranian mix.
Holly Jones, @narwhalthepoom Our dog, Narwhal, is a 10-years-young Pomeranian. We adopted her and her brother on July 4 of last year from All 4 One Rescue, a local small breed and senior dog rescue organization. Narwhal is always smiling and enjoys checking out her plants in the garden, playing with her brothers and sister, enjoys being a shop dog at STASH and always posing for photos.
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Rachel Bohanan, @rachelkb04, My husband Isaac and I adopted Izzy when we were engaged to be married in 2012. Izzy is a little bundle of joy to our marriage. She is playful, smart, loving and constantly makes us laugh. When we are having a bad day, a marital argument or feeling sick, Izzy is there to lighten the mood and cheer us up. She reminds us to laugh every day, and let go of the little things that don’t matter. Izzy loves wearing clothes, eating green beans, sleeping in our bed, riding in the car and taking walks.
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@sneakysadventures Sneaky is a Snowshoe Siamese that came into our lives eight years ago. On a cool evening in June, we found him under the hood of one of our cars parked in the driveway. He was a kitten of about 8 weeks, I suppose. At first he was very sneaky and timid around us.
That’s how he got his name. Little by little, he warmed up to us until we made him ours, or should I say he made us his and the rest is history. He is a very energetic cat but veryy lovable and sweet at the same time.
Mary Frantz, @momfrantz_fx During a search for two Christmas kitties, we aimed to find an orange one and a Calico one. In the middle of a blizzard, we met a woman who had both. Ginger was the Calico kitty we got that week of Christmas nine years ago. Ginger manages the house, keeps track of each of us, and lets us know when we’re off our schedule. She’s feisty but lovable. Persnickety but cuddly. She’s the absolute queen of our house.
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puppy, it’s not a bad time to pop into the adoption center.” The Oklahoma City Animal Welfare also has animals available for adoption almost daily and all of their adoptable pets have been spayed or neutered, have had their shots and have been treated for worms. They’re located in south Oklahoma City at 2811 SE 29th St. They’re also running Feline Navidad and Hounds for the Holiday specials where you can adopt a puppy or kitten for $30 between Dec. 14-23. Adult cats are free. Animal Welfare Superindent Jonathan Gary also visited NewsOK’s video studio recently. He shared that his co-workers will be staying up until midnight on Dec. 23 to try to get every animal adopted. “December is always a big month for us, and this year we’re very close to reaching 75 percent live release rate goal,” Gary said in-studio. “... That just means 75 percent of all animals that come into the shelter go out alive. We’ve made a lot of progress towards that goal. Last year we ended just over 70 percent.” Up north in Edmond, the volunteer-based Pet Angels Adoption
Center is expanding to a 4,000-plus square foot facility. It’s estimated to be finished in spring 2017 and the rescue organization is accepting donations for all sorts of supplies via contact@petangelsrescue.org. Dana Huckaby, executive director of Pet Angels Rescue, said she’s hoping for increased adoptions because the new building will make it easier for the public to view available pets versus the handful they bring to adoption events. Also, she’s looking forward to increased volunteer programs and community service options. “Winters are tough,” Huckaby shared via email. “We have to reduce the numbers of animals we can take in. Sadly, around holidays, many animals get returned. Also, adoptions do slow down because people don’t want to adopt when they will be traveling. ... We house about 75 dogs at any given time, often more, but in the winter we try to get the number in the 50 range.” As you can see, there are plenty of ways to reach out to the pet community. There’s no wrong way to LICKatOKC.
Nina Wroblewski, @kitty_rancher I have a lot of feral cats that I feed on my property. I found Pugsly, pictured, and his sister abandoned on my back patio. I took them in, bottle fed them until they could eat on their own and they became a part of the he family.
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This image released by Lucasfilm Ltd. shows Felicity Jones as Jyn Erso in a scene from, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” [JONATHAN OLLEY/LUCASFILM LTD. VIA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS]
COMING REEL SOON The only holiday movie guide you’ll ever need BY GENE TRIPLETT AND DENNIS KING | For LOOKatOKC
Check out the holiday movie horizon with a look at many of the season’s cinematic offerings. Like always, you can cozy up to some familiar sequels, but there are more than a few original offerings to shake up the lineup. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone in a scene from “La La Land.” [PHOTO PROVIDED BY DALE ROBINETTE]
DEC. 16 From a galaxy far, far away comes the much-anticipated Christmas gift for sci-fi geeks everywhere, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” the first stand-alone Star Wars Anthology film, centering on a group of rebels out to steal the plans for the Galactic Empire’s superweapon, the Death Star. Set in the Stars Wars universe after the events of “Star Wars: Episode III — Revenge of the Sith,” and just before the original “Star Wars,” this epic space opera stars Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Donnie Yen, Mads Mikkelsen and Forest Whitaker, and is directed by Gareth Edwards from a script by Chris Weitz and Tony Gilroy. Get ready to dress up and stand in long lines, fans.
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“Kids write letters to Santa Claus. It doesn’t mean they’re crazy,” observes one of the characters in “Collateral Beauty.” He’s defending a friend, Howard Inlet (Will Smith), who has just suffered a tragic loss and has taken to writing letters to love, time and death. To his surprise, these three facts of life begin appearing to him in human form (Keira Knightley, Jacob Latimore and Helen Mirren, respectively) to answer his desperate questions about the meaning of existence. This drama from writer Allan Loeb and director David Frankel also stars Kate Winslet, Edward Norton and Michael Pena.
Remember when musicals ruled Hollywood’s cinematic output? “La La Land” does. Along with “Whiplash” director and writer Damien Chazelle, who lovingly revisits the genre with the story of an aspiring actress (Emma Stone) and a dedicated jazz musician (Ryan Gosling). The two fall in love after a handful of chance encounters in Los Angeles and share more than a few charming music and dance numbers.
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Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey stars as dapper koala Buster Moon and writer/director Garth Jennings voices elderly lizard Miss Crawly in the event film “Sing,” from Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures. [PHOTO PROVIDED BY ILLUMINATION ENTERTAINMENT]
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DEC. 21 “Assassin’s Creed” is an action/fantasy film based on the video game of the same name, starring Michael Fassbender as career criminal Callum Lynch, rescued from his own execution by Absergo Industries, the modern-day version of the Templar Order. He is forced to participate in an experiment and relive the memories of ancestor Aguilar de Nerha (also played by Fassbender), an assassin during the Spanish Inquisition. Lynch begins to gain the skills necessary to confront the Templars — age-old enemies of the Assassins — in the present day. Directed by Justin Kurzel, the film also stars Marion Cotillard and Essie Davis.
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Caspar Phillipson as John F. Kennedy and Natalie Portman as Jackie Kennedy in “Jackie.” [PHOTO PROVIDED BY WILLIAM GRAY]
Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larrain revisits the tragic death of President John F. Kennedy through the eyes of the former first lady, “Jackie.” The film provides a stirring, psychological portrait of the Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy as she handles the days after her husband’s assassination. Expect a riveting performance from Natalie Portman as she portrays the iconic first lady.
Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane, Scarlett Johansson and John C. Reilly supply just some of the character voices in “Sing,” an animated comedy from directors Garth Jennings and Christophe Lourdelet about a koala named Buster Moon (McConaughey), who has one last chance to save his theater by producing the world’s greatest singing competition.
When a spacecraft carrying thousands of people to a distant colony planet has a malfunction in its sleep chambers, two people are awakened 90 years early in “Passengers,” a romantic space adventure from writer Jon Spaihts and director Morten Tildum, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt as the unlucky couple who fall in love but can’t fall back to sleep along with everyone else. Michael Sheen, Andy Garcia and Laurence Fishburne also star.
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From left, Andrew Garfield plays Father Rodrigues and Shinya Tsukamoto plays Mokichi in the film “Silence” by Paramount Pictures, SharpSword Films and AI Films. [PHOTO PROVIDED BY KERRY BROWN]
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Bryan Cranston starts breaking bad as an outraged, overprotective dad when he meets his future son-in-law (James Franco), a tattoo-covered, socially unhousebroken Silicon Valley billionaire who’s wellmeaning but unintentionally shocking to his future in-laws in “Why Him?,” a comedy from writer-director John Hamburg (“I Love You, Man”) and co-writer Jonah Hill. Also starring Zoey Deutch and former Oklahoma City resident Megan Mullally.
Inspired by a true story, “Gold” charts the exploits of an unlikely pair of treasure hunters as they venture into the deepest Indonesian jungle in search of riches. Matthew McConaughey plays a down-on-hisluck soldier of fortune who teams with an eager geologist in search of hidden gold, a quest that leads them from the steamy Asian jungles into the most powerful boardrooms of Wall Street. Stephen Gaghan (Oscar winner for his “Traffic” screenplay) directs, and the cast includes Bryce Dallas Howard, Toby Kebbell and Stacy Keach.
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Ben Affleck takes on triple duty as screenwriter, director and star of “Live By Night,” the action-packed adaptation of Dennis Lehane’s novel set in Prohibition-era Boston. Joe Coughlin (Affleck), the son of a Boston police captain, rises from petty thief to cohort of the city’s most fearsome mobsters. But life on the dark side carries a heavy price as Joe wallows in ill-gotten riches but always skates on the edge of doom. Cast also features Zoe Saldana, Elle Fanning, Sienna Miller and Brendan Gleeson.
Santa Barbara, California, in the boisterous 1970s, an era of social change and rebellion, provides the backdrop for “20th Century Women,” a pithy comedy-drama from writer-director Mike Mills (“Beginners”). Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening) is a determined, middle-aged single mom raising an adolescent son in a turbulent time. To get by, she enlists the aid of two younger women — Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist, and Julie (Elle Fanning), a smart, provocative teenage neighbor.
JAN. 6 Martin Scorsese directs the historical drama “Silence,” which stars Andrew Garfield and Adam Drive as two 17thcentury priests who face violence, persecution and the ultimate test of their faith when they travel to Japan in search of their missing mentor (Liam Neeson) at a time when Christianity was forbidden.
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James McAvoy in “Split,” an original thriller that delves into the mysterious recesses of one man’s fractured, gifted mind. [PHOTO PROVIDED BY UNIVERSAL PICTURES]
Vin Diesel as Xander Cage in “xXx: Return of Xander Cage” by Paramount Pictures and Revolution Studios. [PHOTO PROVIDED BY GEORGE KRAYCHYK]
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JAN. 13 Apparently, behind America’s first successful space program, there was a team of mathgenius women. That’s the inspiring premise of “Hidden Figures,” a fact-based story from writer-director Theodore Melfi (“St. Vincent”) that charts the accomplishments of three female black American math geniuses who were the unsung brains behind NASA’s historic mission to launch astronaut John Glenn into orbit and to bring him home safely. The powerhouse trio of Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janell Monae star.
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JAN. 20 Director Chris Wedge (“Ice Age and the Oscarwinning short “Bunny”) takes on his first live-action movie with “Monster Trucks,” a CGI-driven adventure about a boy and his pet truck. Tripp (Lucas Till) is a small-town high school senior who builds a monster truck from parts of old scrapped cars. But an accident at a nearby oil rig unearths a strange subterranean being that takes up residence in Till’s truck and becomes his unlikely pal and ally in a battle to shake off the shackles of his small-town life.
Co-writer Peter Berg (“Lone Survivor,” “Deepwater Horizon”) directs Mark Wahlberg, Melissa Benoist, Michelle Monaghan, J.K. Simmons, Kevin Bacon and John Goodman in “Patriot’s Day,” a dramatization of Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis’s actions in the events leading up to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and the aftermath, which includes the citywide manhunt for the terrorists responsible for the disaster.
Secret agent and extreme athlete Xander Cage (Vin Diesel), long assumed dead, emerges from his self-imposed exile in “xXx: Return of Xander Cage” for a daunting new assignment from his handler Augustus Gibbons (Samuel L. Jackson). This time, Xander must recruit a new team of buff thrillseekers to take on the deadly alpha warrior Xiang (Donnie Yen) and stop him from deploying a seemingly unstoppable weapon known as Pandora’s Box. D.J. Caruso (“I Am Number Four”) is in the director’s chair.
JAN. 27 “The Sixth Sense” maestro M. Night Shyamalan again takes on twisted reality in “Split,” the story of a man with 23 personalities. Kevin (James MaAvoy), confounds his trusted psychiatrist (Betty Buckley) when one of his personalities abducts three teenage girls, and his most dangerous submerged persona, “The Beast,” materializes and escalates the war for survival for Kevin and everyone around him. As usual, Shyamalan also wrote the script.
“Resident Evil: The Final Chapter” takes up immediately after the events of “Retribution,” when the human population of Washington, D.C., is on the verge of annihilation and that ultimate survivor, Alice (Milla Jovovich), must return for a final stand against the undead hordes. To that end, she returns to where the nightmare began, Raccoon City, where the Umbrella Corporation is massing it forces for a final strike against the last survivors of the apocalypse. “Retribution” direction Paul W.S. Anderson returns for big finale with a cast that includes Ruby Rose, Ali Larter and Iain Glen.
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Disney delivers a visual and auditory feast of an animated film with “Moana,” which follows the basic princess movie outline but manages to lift it like a boat on an ocean wave at every turn. The Mouse House took a team approach to “Moana,” and it pays off gorgeously, with Ron Clements and John Musker (“The Little Mermaid” and “Aladdin”) helming along with co-directors Chris Williams and Don Hall (“Big Hero 6”). Tony winner and “Hamilton” mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda crafted the soulful songs in concert with composer Mark Mancina and Samoan musician Opetaia Tavita Foa’i, and the
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musical numbers are teeming with catchy melodies and adventuresome lyrics. Penned by Jared Bush (“Zootopia”), “Moana” isn’t some generic animated fairy tale. It’s respectfully rooted in Polynesian folklore, and it boasts a heroine who is no passive princess. Moana (voiced by remarkable teenage newcomer Auli’i Cravalho, a Native Hawaiian cast after a worldwide search)
is the daughter of the chief and future leader of the fictional Pacific Island of Motunui. Intrepid from an early age, Moana is chosen by the ocean to be its champion when she’s just a toddler. She grows up with a deep longing to explore its mysterious depths, but her father, Chief Tui (Temuera Morrison), sternly reminds her that all travel beyond the reef surrounding the island is forbidden. When the crops begin dying and the fish disappear, Moana realizes her Gramma Tala’s (Rachel House) fantastical tales are true: The daring demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson, who is of Polynesian descent and surprisingly impressive singing voice) years ago stole the heart of the island goddess Te Fiti, cursing the
ocean with darkness. The ocean delivers the heart to Moana, and despite her father’s edict and her lack sailing experience, she sets off across the vast waves to find Maui. Once she locates Maui, she not only has to persuade the selfcentered demigod to help her return the heart but also has to convince him to keep going when they face formidable foes, from a fierce tribe of tiny coconut pirates called the Kakamora, who want to get their hands on the heart, to a giant treasure-hoarding crab named Tamatoa (voiced with oily glee by Jemaine Clement), who has stolen the magical fish hook that provides Maui with his shape-shifting powers. Visually, the movie is an absolute stunner, boasting
This image released by Disney shows Maui, voiced by Dwayne Johnson in a scene from the animated film “Moana.” [DISNEY VIA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS]
cutting-edge computer-generated animation that gives a sea battle epic scope, brings a lava monster convincingly to life and captures the luminosity of sunshine on tropical waters. But hand-drawn animation steals the show in the form of Maui’s sentient tattoos, which tell his heroic story and serve as his moral compass. Like the spring smash “Zootopia,” “Moana” refreshingly swaps the obligatory romance of so many Disney entries with an entertaining buddy movie vibe. Cravalho has the charm and chops to stay in the lead role even when Johnson starts wielding his considerable charisma, and her Moana is the kind of smart and tenacious heroine who can inspire girls and boys alike.
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Phantogram, Third Eye Blind, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa)
Hangover Ball feat. Mike McClure, Jason Boland, John Fullbright, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa)
DEC. 30 Geoff Nelson over on Consequence of Sound wrote a stunning review of BRONCHO’s “Double Vanity” earlier this year. Here’s a line I especially liked from the story concerning the Okie band: “There is little doubt what BRONCHO know and how they know it, a beautiful and frustrating absence of complexity.” Simplicity has always been at the heart of BRONCHO and maybe that’s why its concerts often result in sweaty mosh-pits. Consider Dec. 30 as an invitation to get rowdy with the band and celebrate the heavy touring schedule they’ve sustained throughout the year. Don’t just come to hear “Class Historian.” Show up early to hear grittier versions of the band’s entire catalog and to chuga-lug along with those crunchy guitar riffs. You won’t regret kicking off the new year a little early.
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Josh Gondelman, ACM@ UCO Performance Lab.
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Dionne Warwick, Grand Casino. (Shawnee)
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Travis Linville, Blue Door. Red Dirt Rangers, John Fullbright, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa) The Flaming Lips, The Criterion. Traindodge album release, Blue Note.
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Bell Biv Devoe, SWV, WinStar World Casino. (Thackerville) Bill O’Reilly and Dennis Miller, BOK Center. (Tulsa) JANUARY 15
Jason Isbell, WinStar World Casino. (Thackerville)
Winter Wind Concert feat. Guy Forsyth and the Hot Nut Riveters, The Depot. (Norman)
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The Palmer Squares, Josh Sallee, The Deli. (Norman)
Carrie Fisher, Civic Center Music Hall.
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Taddy Porter, BC and the Big Rig, The Shrine. (Tulsa)
Joel McHale, Riverwind Casino. (Norman)
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John Moreland, Vanguard. (Tulsa) Dwight Twilley, The Shrine. (Tulsa) Hush Hush Commotion reunion show, 51st Street Speakeasy.
Dawes, ACM@UCO Performance Lab.
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Eric Church, BOK Center. (Tulsa) FEBRUARY 9
Hosty, The Deli. (Norman)
Ariana Grande, BOK Center. (Tulsa)
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Eddie Izzard, WinStar World Casino. (Thackerville)
Grouplove, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa)
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Don Henley, WinStar World Casino. (Thackerville) American Aquarium, Wormy Dog Saloon. Turnpike Troubadours, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa) Opening Night 2017, Downtown OKC.
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Tacocat, Opolis. (Norman) BRONCHO performs at a Norman Music Festival [PHOTO BY NATHAN POPPE] FEBRUARY 21
Bon Jovi, Chesapeake Energy Arena. MARCH 1
Dropkick Murphys, Cain’s Ballroom. (Tulsa)
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6 T O 1 0 P. M . • D E C . 1 6 The 2016 Christmas Crawl will begin at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 in the Deep Deuce District again this year. Participants are encouraged to dress up in a Christmas costume like a Santa suit, elf suit, itchy ugly sweater, an alligator, a yeti. … Everyone loves a good crawl so it doesn’t matter what you wear, you can be a pirate, or a ghost, just be sure to wear clothes and throw on a Santa hat for good measure! Need some Christmas gear? Make a donation at the bars and crawl organizers will have some gear available while supplies last. All proceeds from the 2016 Christmas crawl will go to infant crisis services of Oklahoma. For more information, go to www.okccrawl.com.
THROUGH DEC. 24 Enjoy “Miracle,” the holiday-themed pop-up bar on the Bricktown Canal at 103 E California during the Downtown in December season. The previous home to Norm’s Dockside Bar has been converted into an over-the-top Christmas experience. Miracle will celebrate the season with snow magically occurring on the hour, nightly Christmas Carol sing-alongs, a Naughty Santa to get your picture taken with on the weekends, holiday inspired cocktails, Christmas Cookie Brunch on the weekends and much more. For information, go to downtownindecember.com/ miracle-on-the-canal.
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‘JANE AUSTEN’S CHRISTMAS CRACKER!’
2 P. M . A N D 7 : 3 0 P. M . D E C . 1 7 Like the original Nutcracker, the Hip Hop Nutcracker follows the journey of a young man who seeks to find something missing from his life, only to discover that “it” already exists within himself. Performed at Oklahoma City Community College Visual and Performing Arts Center, 7777 S May, the ballet’s high-energy music and dance styles incorporate many more twists and turns than the traditional Nutcracker. The take away for the audience is a message of perseverance, family and holiday spirit. Performing with the professional dancers with RACE Dance Company, students at Douglass High School, John Marshall High School, Northwest Classen High School, Oklahoma Centennial Mid-High School, PDT Youth Company and U.S. Grant High School auditioned for the “Hip Hop Nutcracker” in September. Members of the RACE met with the students throughout the fall to teach them the choreography and fundamentals of hip-hop and contemporary dance. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at www.tickets.occc.edu.
DEC. 2-17 Raise a cup of good cheer and join the cast of “Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker” this holiday season for a magical journey through time, back to the elegance and society of a Regency Christmas ball. The interactive production in the Joel Levine Rehearsal Hall at the Civic Center Music Hall, is complete with sweets, treats, caroling and, best of all, an entire cast of characters from Jane Austen’s world. Dance and sing along with your beloved favorites in this holiday classic from Reduxion Theatre. Tickets are $20 to $35. Go to www.okcciviccenter.com/ shows for tickets and show times.
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2007 Jaguar XJ7, 31,575 miles, exc. cond. $7,899. 405-410-7370
PAYING CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES. FREE TOW. 405-512-7278.
WE BUY VEHICLES! Any Make, Model or Condition Free haul off for unwanted vehicles. 405-255-5962/534-2126.
$$$ WE PAY CASH $$$ 4 Cars Running or Not
2010 Range Rover Sport white/ beige, 52,900 mi. Nav, and all options. Matching white 22'' custom rims, original owner bought new from local dealer $25,250 ‘ 405-850-0707
40-2012 Peterbilt Model 388 Day Cabs CO. OWNED, WELL MAINTAINED 485 HP MX engine, AMOT engine overspeed shutdown, Eaton 10 spd trans, Dana double lock 3:90 ratio rear ends, 2-70 gallon fuel tanks, dual cowl mounted air filters, spot lights driver & passenger side, 10-24.5 LvL1 Alcoa pilot wheels, 40,000# air trac suspension, prestige interior, power & heated mirrors, power door locks, power windows, full gauge package, jake & cruise, double air ride seats, 215 WB sliding 5th wheel, Borg Warner wet kit, aluminum work box. DOT condition or better. Mileage varies between 155,000 and 419,000. $52,000 to $54,500 each FOB Okla City, OK. For More Information Contact: Mark Nieto 405-278-6416.
Free Tow 788-2222 AAA cash car, trk cycle. Run/notfree tow. Some $350+ 850-9696
GIANT INVENTORY OF TRUCKS UNITED CHEVY BUICK CADILLAC GMC 800-310-6130
$100 & Up for most non-running vehicles, no title ok 405-819-6293
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Ford F-1 pickup, just tuned up, runs great, $11,000; •1957 Porsche Speedster replica, great condition, cream, $16,000; 405-401-9820.
2011 IS250, loaded, adult owned, red w/white leather int, 88K mi exc cond, $15,750, 405-831-7484.
2010 Altima 73K mi new tires good cond $8500obo 589-2592 BEST VALUE ON NEW CADILLACS UNITED CADILLAC 800-310-6130
2012 Camaro Red Convertible Grandma's car, bought new $24K shedded & tarped, perfect cond $18,995 or best ofr 405-227-1981
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2005 GMC Sierra, loaded, cap with liner, heated seats, leather, $11,700, 405-787-2638.
WELL MAINTAINED CO. OWNED: 8-2012 Peterbilt Model 388 63” Low Profile Sleeper Tractors 485 H.P. MX engine, AMOT engine overspeed shutdown, Eaton 10 spd trans, Dana double lock 3:90 ratio rear ends, 2-100 gallon fuel tanks, dual cowl mounted air filters, stainless steel visor, spot lights driver & passenger side, 10-24.5 LvL1 Alcoa pilot wheels, 40,000# air trac suspension, prestige interior, power & heated mirrors, power door locks, power windows, full gauge package, jake & cruise, double air ride seats, 270 WB sliding 5th wheel, Borg Warner wet kit, aluminum work box. DOT condition or better. Mileage varies from 141, 000 to 414,000 miles. $53,500 to $55,500 each FOB Oklahoma City, OK. For More Information Contact: Mark Nieto 405-278-6416.
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD, 5.3L V8, Red ext, 189k mi, leather,Z71/tow pkg $5,000 firm. OKCZ71@gmail.com
ARL is seeking an experienced Chemist with cGMP pharmaceutical testing experience. See website at www.arlok.com then click Career Opportunities. ARL is seeking an experienced Chemist with HPLC experience. See website at www.arlok.com then click Career Opportunities.
2005 Ford Expedition 4x4 XLT, leather, loaded, exc. cond., low miles, $6,500. 405-473-4249
Laundry Aide 2003 Ford Club Wagon, loaded, 75K mi, 1 owner, excellent condition, $4900 obo, 580-591-2603.
Apply at Skyview Nursing Center at 2200 N. Coltrane
2005 GMC Sierra 1500 double cab, loaded, lthr, 147K, propane/gas, exc cond, $6995 obo, 262-5098.
'00 Nissan Maxima runs good, AC good work car $1,000. 681-0350
2004 Rav4, 254K mi, cloth interior good cond, $3000, 405-227-5911.
2001 Toyota Prius, 60K miles, $3,500. 405-720-7586
2006 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 5sp regular cab. 120K mi. Carfax info available. $11,000 405-306-6566
2010 Kawasaki Z1000 white on black, ONLY 720 MI! Carbon fiber SC project GPS 2 exhaust Yoshimura fender eliminator carbon fiber accents. ASV levers, LEDs seeking $6900 405-850-0707
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Brothers Landscape LLC, Yukon, OK. Daily transportation will be provided to and from worksite to the following counties: Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland. 8 Landscape Laborer positions available. Temporary, full time position from 03/01/2017 11/30/2017, 7:00am-4:00pm, 40 Hrs/week, OT varies, Mon-Fri, Some weekends req’d. Workers will be paid Weekly at $11.41$12.31/hr, $17.12-$18.47/hr OT, Bonus at employer's discretion. Move soil, equipment, materials, dig holes for plants, trees; install landscape materials & sprinkler systems; weed, spread mulch, clean up, mow, trim, Able to lift 50lbs, no exp req’d, will train. Employer may make payroll deductions at employees request. Employer facilitates housing arrangements and corresponding payments. The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job. Initial transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to Call 405-326-6013 or fax resume to 405-283-0319. or to the nearest OK SWA, OKC Brookwood South Workforce Center, 9210 S Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73139, (405) 234-5000. Refer to JO#1260322
JANITORIAL SUPERVISOR for training, inspection and other duties. FT evenings. Paid holidays and vacation. Apply 4-6 PM, Mon-Thur, 1024 N. Tulsa Ave, OKC. Se Habla Espanol.
JANITORIAL Individuals & Couples to clean office bldgs, PT evenings, M-F. Pd holidays. Apply 4-6 PM, M-Th at 1024 N. Tulsa Ave, OKC. Se Habla Espanol
JANITORIAL Individuals & Couples to clean office bldgs, PT evenings, M-F. Pd holidays. Apply 4-6 PM, M-Th at 1024 N. Tulsa Ave, OKC. Se Habla Espanol
Draftsman CAD Operator Residential Cabinet Shop is looking for a draftsman with at least 2 yrs exp. Send resume to jobs. rdc@gmail.com
CNA - Full time CMA - 3-11 Apply at Skyview Nursing Center at 2200 N. Coltrane
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RM Lawn & Landscaping LLC, Yukon, OK. Daily transportation will be provided to and from worksite to the following counties: Canadian, Oklahoma, Cleveland. 8 Landscape Laborer positions available. Temporary, full time position from 03/01/2017- 11/30/2017, 7:00am4:00pm, 40 Hrs/week, OT varies, Mon-Fri, some weekends required. Workers will be paid Weekly at $11.41-$12.31/hr, $17.12-$18.47/hr OT, Bonus at employer's discretion. Lawn mowing and maintenance; trimming of trees and bushes; digging for planting trees and installing sprinklers; cleaning landscaping and trash removal. Landscape general activities, Able to lift 50lbs, no exp req’d, will train. Employer may make payroll deductions at employees request. The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job. Initial transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to Call 405-703-5024 or fax resume to 405-789-0006. or to the nearest OK SWA, OKC - Brookwood South Workforce Center, 9210 S Western Av, Oklahoma City, OK 73139, (405) 234-5000. Refer to JO#1260332
DAY MAIDS Individuals to clean office buildings during the daytime M-F. Paid holidays. Apply between 4-6pm M-Th at 1024 N. Tulsa Ave., OKC. Se habla espanol.
Daytime Housekeeper Great Benefits No Calls please. Apply at: National Cowboy Museum 1700 NE 63rd St. EOE
Experienced Floral Designer needed Part time. References. required. Please call 405-732-8263.
Freddy's Lawn Service LLC, Yukon, OK. Daily transportation will be provided to and from worksite to the following counties: Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland. 8 Landscape Laborer positions available. Temporary, full time position from 03/01/2017-11/30/2017, 7:00am4:00pm, 40 Hrs/week, OT varies, Mon-Fri, some weekends req’d. Workers will be paid Weekly at $11.41-$12.31/hr,$17.12-18.47/hr OT, Bonus at employer's discretion. Move soil, equipment, materials, dig holes for plants, trees; install landscape materials & sprinkler systems; weed, spread mulch, clean up, mow, trim, Able to lift 50lbs, no exp req’d, will train. Employer may make payroll deductions at employees request. The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job. Initial transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to Call 405-473-2586 or fax 405-350-2208 or to the nearest OK SWA, OKC - Brookwood South Workforce Center, 9210 S Western Av, Oklahoma City, OK 73139, (405) 234-5000. Refer to JO#1260337
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Youth Guidance Specialist needed to work with at risk youth. F/T, P/T - all shifts available in the OKC metro. Excellent pay and benefits. Email resume to apply@okfcs.org
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DESK CLERK/NIGHT AUDITOR/ HOUSEKEEPER Full Time/Part Time for hotel. Please apply in person at 7400 S. May Ave, OKC 73159.
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Assistant General Manager Bachelors in Business or Finance and/or 5 years experience in Gaming Upper Management & Operations is required. F&B Department Manager College Degree and or 7 years experience in Food & Beverage Management & Operations is required. Complete Job Descriptions can be found online. All applications must be submitted before December 22nd, 2016. Flexible Hours, Nights & Weekends required. Apply in person or online @ sugarcreekcasino.com/careers. Native Preference is observed. Sugar Creek Casino, Hinton, OK. (405) 542-2946. An Enterprise of the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
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Assistant General Manager Bachelors in Business or Finance and/or 5 years experience in Gaming Upper Management & Operations is required. Complete Job Description can be found online. All applications must be submitted before December 22nd, 2016. Flexible Hours, Nights & Weekends required. Apply in person or online @ sugarcreekcasino.com/careers. Native Preference is observed. Sugar Creek Casino, Hinton, OK. (405) 542-2946. An Enterprise of the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
Dietary Cook Apply at Skyview Nursing Center at 2200 N. Coltrane
ELECTRONICS PAID TRAINING Gain skills. Medical/dental, 30 days vacation/yr, $ for school. No exp OK. HS grads ages 1734. Call Mon-Fri 877-628-9562.
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Ralph Iasiello Lawncare LLC, Oklahoma City, OK. Daily transp provided to & from worksite following counties of: Cleveland, Oklahoma, McClain. 17 Landscape Laborer pos avail. Temp, FT pos from 2/26/17-12/15/17, 8a-5p, 40hrs/wk, no OT potential, M-F, Some weekends may be req’d; schedule varies. Workers pd wkly at $11.41-$16.69/hr, Potential raises and bonuses at employer's discretion. Mow, trim, edge, water lawns & flower beds; clean up, weed, plant, spread mulch; rake, blow leaves, able to lift 75lbs, must be able to work hot weather, no exp req’d will train. Employer may make payroll deductions at employees request. The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job. Initial transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to ralphlawncare@gmail.com 405-620-7611 or to the nearest OK SWA, OKC Southside Workforce Center, 9210 S. Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73139, (405) 234-5000. Refer to JO#1258840
Heavy Equipment Haul Truck Driver Looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Haul Truck Driver. Must have a CDL and be able to pass a drug test. 917 N. Tulsa Ave. OKC, OK 73107 MID-CON CARRIERS CORP. Class A CDL - OKC Based/Home Weekly. Excellent oppty. & pay Clean Assigned New Equipment Shannon Hart (405) 237-1300 www.midconcarriers.com
Year End Clearance Sale Save thousands! Lenders offering ZERO down with land and less than perfect credit. FREE 50 inch TV with new home purchase!! Call 405-631-7600
1213 SW 60th St, 1 & 2 bdr apts, $375 - $475 mo w/$250 dep, No Sec 8. 632-9849
5908 S Ross, 1 bed, all electric, $400mo+dep+app fee 236-1254
4bed 2bath Used Doublewide Avail. Huge savings over 2100 square feet $46K, home only price. Only one left and will go fast at this price. Being refurbed. Clayton Homes 405-631-7600
YUKON, 2bd, 2ba, 2car, $650 mo + $500 dep, no pets, 405-209-4084.
HOME FOR RENT 3b 1/5b, garage. NW 50 and Meridian Home, 405 550-4287 Cute & Cozy 1bd, water pd newly redec $350dep $450mo 706-3972 Penn Sq - 2232 NW 54 3/2/2 $995 appls no pets 755-2510 317-2479 Summerfield clean 3bd, 2ba, 2liv $1500 + dep. 706-6834, 210-7428
»Daryl's Appliance has moved!» 1233 SE 44th. Appliances 30 day to 5yr war $125&up 405-632-8954
3bed 2bath singlewide set up & ready for immediate move in OKC Call Clayton Homes 405-631-7600
1304 NE 8th, 1 bed, 1 bath, ch&a, w/d hookups, sec 8 ok, 763-5855.
4912 Creekwood Terr 3b 1.5b $800 DT apt 1bd $550 2b $600 749-0603
(918) 409-1096 627-7323 250-7381
Duplex, 5921 Paramount Drive,
Western Hts/John Glenn/OCCC, 3 bd, 1.5 ba, 1 car, fenced, no pets/no smoking/no sec 8, $800 mo, $500 dep, 691-5440. 10304 S Blackwelder -Westmoore Schls 3/2/2, fireplace, great cond. Only $1095 Fidelity 410-4200
Sheet Metal 3'x10' $16 ¡ Trim & Screws ¡ Mon-Sat ¡ 390-2077
Largest book store in Okla!!
I BUY & SELL HOUSES 27 YRS EXP 650-7667 HOMESOFOKCINC.COM
Restaurant Space for Lease 3201 NW 23rd St., Oklahoma City, OK Restaurant Space for Lease with some equipment available. $1800.00/month. 405-640-8206
NEED 20,000 BOOKS, CDs, DVDs records, posters, art, comics. Tulsa. Will travel. Can pick up in 24 hrs. Gardner's Used Books.
5 blocks north of Britton on MacArthur. Sherwood Estates Addition. 3/2/2, 1400 sq ft, $950 rent, $750 deposit, 405-370-1077. New Luxury 3/2/2 Duplex 13516 Brandon Pl, fp, Deer Creek Schools, near Mercy 842-7300
2 bed, 1 bath, $500/mo + $400dep, 631-8220. 4617 S Melrose cute 2bd ch&a $650 Harris Real Estate 410-4300
K Office, K Warehouse. 1500sf. 7925 N Hudson 842-7300 E of OKC, pay out dn. Many choices mobile home ready. Call for maps TERMS 275-1695 www.paulmilburnacreages.com
155 Acres 20Mi from OKC near I-40W & Rt66, 1/2Mi from Banner school. call or write George 240-486-2955 gecep@hotmail.com 5 ac, big trees, in country, 3 bd, 2 ba, mobile home, nice. Must see to believe! $79,900 obo, consider trade, (405) 590-4367/360-6586.
Bank Owned 3/2/2, built 1983, 1690sf, 2 living, SS appls, .25ac, $114,900 Realty Experts 414-8753
GREAT Office Space. Various NW locations, 300-6000sf 946-2516
2309 Northwood Lane, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1400 sf, $1145 mo, $1000 dep, 370-1077. 11 Homes 2-4 beds $950-$1945 Express Realty 844-6101 www.expressrealtyok.com
MWC For Rent/Sale. Nice homes $400/up. RV space $200 306-2576 Ole Hickory Smoker #ELES new $13K take $5400 Lk new -jump start your business 405-819-9362
TOP LOCATION! Pd. wtr/garb. Near malls. 2 bed from $675 341-4813
Furnished/Unfurnished. Bills Paid Unfurn 1 bed $169 wk, $640 mo; Unfurn 2 bed $189 wk, $780 mo; Furn 1 bed $179 wk, $680 mo; Furn 2 bed $199 wk, $820 mo; Deposits: 1 bed $150, 2 bed $200; $25 application fee paid at rental; Wes Chase Apartments, Elk Horn Apartments, Hillcrest (SW OKC), 370-1077.
Bank Owned 4/2/2 1634sf, 1980 blt, shop, $72K RltyExp 414-8753
2 bed, 1 bath mobile home; 3 bed, 2 bath mobile home; Harrah Schools. If interested please call Will at 719-465-4655.
3 bed, 1.5 bath, fenced yard, wet bar, fireplace, $695/mo+dep.
JD 850C dozer, new pad, new sprockets, cold air, 10 foot semi U blade with tilt, excellent condition, $69,500, 405-406-0076
10116 Isaac Dr ¡‘¡ 412-7014 3bd, 1ba, ch&a, No Pets, Section 8 ok, References. 405-672-0877
8409 Wakefield sharp 2/2/1 ch/a duplex, $725. Harris RE 410-4300
Spacious 2bd $615 Pool & Laundry Casady 751-8088 Bank Owned 3/2/3, office, 2 din, 2019sf, blt 07, new carpet/paint, .27ac, $177,900 RltyExp 414-8753
Exec home, 2500 sf, community pool/play, $1995, 405-550-9546.
MAYFAIR great loc, secure! 2 bd $150 off 1st mo rent! 947-5665 Muntage Apartment Homes LIKE NEW, clean, 3bed, 2bath, hardwood floors, tiled baths, 2400 S. MacArthur Blvd, # 277 in Granada Village. 405-413-3292
Newly Remodeled 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment & Townhouses Available. All Bills Paid Optional. No Section 8 ¡‘¡ 405-946-0588
Castle Towers Apartments 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Available. Gated Community.
¡‘¡ 405-946-0637 ¡‘¡ Lease to Own: Mobile Homes on Acreage. Call Stephanie for details. Zero applicatiion fee till 12/31. 405-996-7368. Guthrie, Lindsay, Luther, Jones, Blanchard, Noble, Yukon and El Reno.
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Putnam Heights Plaza 1 & 2 bed, newly remodeled, ch/a, 1830 NW 39th 524-5907
800 N Meridian 1 Bedroom 946-9506
JD 9400 tractor, 425hp, 16 speed power shift, new rubber, super nice, $55,000, 405-406-0076.
Beautiful 2 bd house, completely renovated, $700mo+deposit, Sec. 8 ok, 1706 NE 20th ‘ 204-4308
Beautifully Updated Home in Edgewater, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 3408 NW 66th St. $1,375/mo. 568-8822
HISTORICAL AREA 37 N. Penn, hardwood flrs, cent. air/heat, 3BR, 1BA, $850. 405-417-5833 8 Homes 2-3 beds $895-$1295 Express Realty 844-6101 www.expressrealtyok.com
Baseball cards: Mantle 1952 Topps #84 Mays 1952 Topps #261 Clemente 1955 Topps #184 Ruth 1932 Carmel #32 Ruth 1916 Sport News #151 Koufax 1955 Topps #96 Antique wooden music box. White design on top. Brought in from Sicily in 1904. Small book in leather giarding divoozone. Printed August 1886. In excellent condition. »»» 405-751-2589 »»»
2 Noble 417B forced injection scrapers, like new, $55,000 ea, 405-406-0076 Yellow '70s 4400 Ford diesel tractor with loader $1,900 or best offer. 405-771-3212
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STOCK UP & SAVE 7 RK-Unsplit Wood $350 Del 7 RK-Split Wood $520 Del 6 RK-Split Wood $435 Del 3 RK-Split Wood $230 Del 1 RK-Split Wood $95 Delivered & Stacked. Pick Up $65. (405) 641-4856.
C&J Sporting Goods 6604 NW 38th, 789-8102. Pistols, Rifles, Shotguns. Great gifts & gift certifacates. Special sale: All firearms $30 off.
16 BRANGUS HEIFERS $900EA. BRANGUS BULLS $1500ea Bison, OK 580-478-6729 or 580-758-3650.
No rain, no wheat pasture. 12 weaned black heifers, 1 bull Blk Purebred Simmental Bulls
» 405-996-6352 100% Seasoned $125 Rick delivered/stacked or PU $100 » Stovewood $75 Trk Ld
Seasoned Oak Firewood DELIVERED & STACKED. $120 per rick » 405-394-7245
SEASONED HARD OAK $140 Stacked & Same Day Fast Delivery » » » » 219-1423
& DRY FIREWOOD FIREWOOD, $90/Rick,
Chihuahua Puppies 1M wht w/ spots $125. Text 405-400-6206 CHIHUAHUAS, Reg Tiny TEACUP, super cute, $250-$350 cash , 405-808-8744.
Airedale AKC Reg We buy GUNS Mustang Pawn & Gun. Over 1000 guns! 376-GUNS Conceal/Open Carry Class $45 Total ¡ 405-818-7904 www.HavePistolWillCarry.com Jamis Coda Comp bike, 24 speed, 26" wheels, $400 obo, spefications available, 405-850-9532.
Great Christmas gifts! ready now 8M 4F $700cash. 405-708-9657 Great Christmas gifts! ready now 8M 4F $700cash. 405-708-9657 American Bulldog American Bulldog puppies. Registered. 8 weeks, 4F. Shots. $250.00 Call. 580-623-2319 Call or text. 580-791-0791
Golden Retriever puppies AKC Avail 12/17/16 ‘ 2M 5F $800 CASH call or email 580-585-1286
lewisporch@aol.com Chihuahua TINY TEACUP Cuties Xtra Tiny $500Cash 405-788-2870
COLT DIAMONDBACKS NIB $2800
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COCKER SPANIEL AKC PUPPIES 2 Males Choc $500 405-434-7472
16' tandem all w/gate ramps $700-$1750 cash » 405-201-6820 Australian Shepherds toy/mini ASDR Mini/Toys. UTD shots/ wormed. Can Text Pics. Taking deposits, ready 12/23 $500-$900 405.401.9212
BETTER THAN BEST, $125/Rick, Delivered/Stacked, 405-826-6192
Paying cash for: Diabetic Test Strips: FreeStyle, OneTouch, & Accuchek, also CPAP/BIPAP Machines: Jim 405-202-2527
DINING TABLE Wood pedestal dining table with four chairs, 24 inch leaf. $125. 405-623-6415
Australian Shepherd (Mini) 12 weeks old, UTD on shots & worming, Reg w/AKC, POP, www.zinkranch.net. $600.00 to $300.00 405-five nine zero-4798
FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPIES AKC A+ breeder; Brindle / white male. Ready 12/17, will hold; health guarantee, vet examined. www.frenchbulldogsOKC.com. $2,000 703-585-0154
Blue Heeler Puppies, smart working parents, $200, 405-222-8612.
BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES ACA 1M $400 2 $500 DOB Oct 1 S/W/DC B&W, brindle/white
CHOOSE & CUT Christmas Tree Farm I-40 W. to Mustang Rd. Exit 138-S, 2 miles. $40-$140 »»»324-1010»»»
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Great Dane pups AKC for Christmas Just in time for Christmas. AKC registered Great Dane pups. Will be ready to go after 12/19. Will have first shots, wormed and vet checks done. POP. Euro bloodlines. Call or text. Can send pics of other pups. 2 male harlequins and 2 females black with small amount of white. $1,000 580-450-0299
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MORKIE puppy 1F small & cute $700 405-380-8469
MORKIES, 9 weeks old, s/w,
POMS, CKC, 2F, 2M, s/w, black and black & white, $500-$600 cash, 790-1293, sunshinepomeranians.com
Rat Terrier Puppies, small, HAVANESE, AKC, F & M
black/white, $150. 405-892-7512
$600ea » 405-408-6645
German Rottweiler ‘ AKC 1F, 17 weeks, s/w, dewclawed, $450 ‘405-487-7128.
Boston Terrier, AKC pups, s/w/ chipped, $400-$500, 405-434-0534
Labs, AKC registered, M&F, s/w, yellow & black, ready 12/20, $500, 405-222-1510. German Shepherd puppies German shepherd puppies 7 weeks POP vet checked first shots dewormed no papers. $325. 405-921-5584 text only.
German Shepherd Puppies, AKC, 10wks, s/w, $700. 405-829-1166 or 405-574-5753
Rottweiler puppies German Rottweiler puppies Tails docked, dewclaws,first set of shots,dewarmed Great temperment! Papers $800 (405)837-3377
ROTTWEILER PUPPIES AKC Dad is National & International Champion, $1500, 405-481-5558.
German Shepherd puppies, reg, perfect for Christmas, s/w, vet checked, $1500, 405-762-0952 or goldenmaplegsd@gmail.com CANE CORSO PUPPIES ready to go at Christmas taking dep. $1000. (405) 788-6912, 788-5430
s/w/e/t m-chip ‘ 918-421-1660 Morkie Adorable Itty Bitty! Ready 12/18! $595 Visa/MC 826-4557
Pekingese Puppies 2M, s/w, 8wks extra nice, $300ea. 940-825-5005
Lab Pups AKC yellow, choc & red, champ bldline $795. 405-899-4132
3 CFA reg black Persian kittens, 1M, 2F, championship bloodlines, all vaccinations including rabies, 16 weeks old, great Christmas gifts, $1000, 405-615-2005.
Min Pin ACA REG $400ea
adorable, $400, 361-5317.
BOSTON TERRIER, FEMALE 2YRS OLD JHC cleared $300 405-249-8689.
Ready for Christmas! 405-850-1937 » 479-790-0885
150 Fancy Angus bred heifers, black and bwf, northern origin, Brorsen Ranch, Perry, OK, 580370-0504, Bluestemcattle.com
$400 each. 405-268-1112
French Bulldog Crosses, 8wks, will be small, Adorable, vet checked, $400, 405-481-5558
BULL MASTIFF 1m 8f $400 260K LAN-AIR waste oil heater complete w/tank works perfect, $1750 » 405-454-3161 .
MINIATURE POODLE AND BICHON MIX, ICA REGISTERED,
Pekingese, ACA, 2F, 1M, s/w, $400-$500. 580-465-1571
580-343-2623 ‘ 580-330-0719
Koslow waist length cord cut mink fur jacket, size 6, color lunar raine, brand new condition, worn twice, appraised at $1,300. Asking $500 obo. For information & pics 405-471-7875. Cash please.
Maltese (the ideal house pet) M/F, small, no shed, low allergy & odor, easy going & sweet & loving dogs, delivery/show room, $600-$1000, 918-694-3868.
FREE to good home Black Lab & Blue Heeler Mix, 3mos old, will spay or neuter. 918-773-2365 or 405-641-3455 leave message
Beagle Pups, AKC, very small, 10-11", tri color, $125 CASH, 405-830-5351, in the Shawnee/Meeker area.
Must sell, ladies platinum ring, 3 ct center diamond & 1.4 ct side diamonds, center diamond with GIA certificate, $20,000, »»» 405-476-8344 »»»
Gordon Setter, 2 year old female $2500. 405-642-0316
CORGIS, Welsh Pembroke cute Christmas puppies, 2M, 1F, 8 wks, s/w, vet checked, $550, 405-850-5831 ¡ 919-0050
5x8 » 5x10 » 6x10 » 6x12
Delivered & Stacked, 431-0265.
GOLDENDOODLE BABIES Mini & Mediums~No shed/ hypoallergenic~ S/W/MC/DC vet checked~ready now~for more info rubyrundoodles.com $1600-$2000 rubyrunkennel@yahoo.com~ 405-320-1198
Airedale AKC Reg
EXCELLENT SPLIT SEASONED $80/per PU LOAD 201-6820 Willis
Chihuahua, TEACUPS, 8wks, 1st shot, tiny $250cash 405-788-2870
405-964-3732
Christmas Sale! Large selection of gas & electric cars! 872-5671.
2604 S PORTLAND » 73108
ing parents $200 405-380-5859
$475ea. Bruce Love 405-598-3565 $3000
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ROTTWEILER AKC PUPPIES Tails, first shots, dewormed, $1200, taking $500 deposits, avail Jan. 6. 580-258-0309
LABs AKC, 1 white, rest black
SIBERIAN HUSKY AKC
very smart, good temperments will be ready Dec 3rd. POP. 1st s/w 5M 5F $500ea 405-220-9159
6wks s/w POP, 2 blk/wht M, 1 red/wht M, 4 Cinnamon M, 1 blk wht F $500 405-534-3377 no text
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Rottweilers, AKC pups, world ch, Gonnzo Earl, $650, 405-227-4729 Schnauzer Mini Miniature Schnauzer puppies. Registered ACA. T/D/S. 2M 1F. 7 weeks old. $600.00 Call or Text 580-791-0764 Schnauzers, ACA, mini & toy, 3M, 1F, black, ears done, s/w, $750-$1250, 405-627-0419. Scottish Terrier Male 12 week old male Scottie, black. Playful, great family pet. Shots up to date. $500.00 405-615-7927
Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) 3 AKC Puppies. 6wks old. 1 F blue merle, 1 M blue merle, 1 M tri color, 1st shots & wormed, $600ea. 580-917-3210
Steel Carports, Patio Covers 2car carport $1695 799-4026/694-6109
VIZSLA, AKC, 8 weeks, 5F, 4M, Field Champ bloodlines, great companions, health guaranteed. S/W $850, 580-647-6933.
VIZSLA, AKC, 7 weeks, 5F, 4M, Field Champ bloodlines, great companions, health guaranteed. S/W $850, 580-647-6933.
350 Fine Pets At FREE TO LIVE 4mi N of Waterloo on Western ALL Dogs & Cats $80 Shts/Neut 282-8617 »» freetoliveok.org
Avila Lawn Care: leaf-yard clean up-flower beds-fencing 816-0077
Drives, Patios, All Types, Lic./Bond./Ins. Free Est. 769-3094 Tearouts/Repours, Drives, Patios, & More, Lic Ins Free Est 794-8505
Jim's Painting/Remodeling, int/ ext, res/com'l, insured, 314-0755.
Westie 1M, Reg., ready 12/22, $400 taking dep. 580-334-5292 Fitzpatrick Painting, 34 yrs exp, free est, lic, ins, 405-446-9882.
Yorkie Christmas Puppies, Registered, 3M, 1F, 10wks, $400 & up. 580-519-1949
Shidoodle Puppies: Tiny & Toy Showing Sunday 3pm in Okemah. Girls $450-$500. 918-426-0169 Siberian Husky AKC Puppies 9 weeks old and ready for new homes. 3 males - 2 B/W, 1 W. All with blue eyes. $450 Up to date on Shots 405-826-8349 Siberian Huskies, 2M, 3F, ready 12/17, black/white, silver/white, 1 all white, blue eyes, $600 each, perfect Christmas presents. Call/txt after 4pm 580-530-0922
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YORKIE PUPS AKC 3MOS OLD Extra cute & playful, will be small s/w $700 485-2869
Home Repair & Remodel. Roofing. Siding. Free Estimate. 410-2495.
TRUE MINIATURE PIGS, will be tiny, $200-$400. 405-481-5558
YORKIES, sweet little cuties, $400-$700, 405-380-5859.
ROOFING & REPAIRS, Free Est. lic 80000120, 722-2226/640-1144
Appliance & A/C Service, 27 years exper, $40 service call, 371-3049. Home Repair & Remodel. Roofing. Siding. Free Estimate. 410-2495. Cracked Mortar/Brick Repair www.precisionbrickworks.com Free estimates!(405)652-1213
5 COCKATIELS $30 each » 405-670-9678
A Carpenter & Handyman you can afford. 30yrs exp. 405-620-2623
»GENE’S TREE SERVICE» Insured-Free Est. 682-2100. RESIDENTIAL HAULING AND CLEANING, 765-8843.
L&R Tree Service, Low Prices, Ins, Free Est, Firewood, 946-3369.
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