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ASHLEY SMITH & TANNER FRADY NO REGRETS TATTOO Why did you go to Austin? It’s a close getaway with lots of options on things to do. We mainly went to check out a few sign shops we saw on a documentary, camp and see a live show. What did you see there that you would like to bring back? More hand painted signs! Say no to mass production and vinyl lettering! When you use hand painted options you get artwork out of it along with supporting local artists. It shows a more attention to detail and that you care about your business and the community looking nice! KRISTEN VAILS PLAZA DISTRICT DIRECTOR Why did you go to Nashville? I attended the Americans for the Arts Conference. What did you see there that you would like to bring back? Printmaking, printmaking, printmaking! Being the wife of a printmaker, seeing the community’s support of printmaking was inspiring. There were several print shops that were doing really amazing work. I hope to see the OKC community embrace printmaking more in the future.
Nashville Crater Lake
DYLAN & AMANDA BRADWAY DNA GALLERIES Why did you go to Portland? To return work back to an artist in Oakland and attend an engagement party in Portland What did you see there that you would like to bring back? More districts in the city that have their own unique offerings
WELCOME TO THE TEAM!
Get to know the new Plaza District Association Board Members
EMILY ROTHROCK TATE
Access Midstream Corporate Communications, Change Management Initiative “I love shopping and dining in the plaza. I never leave the district empty handed. The shops of Plaza are my favorites places to buy local art and oklahoma themed clothing. I’m incredibly proud to be a part of the rich, local culture that is Plaza and I LOVE bringing out of town friends and family to shop and eat in this unique district.
DUSTIN AKERS
NEILA CRANK-CLEMENTS
ASHLEY TERRY
KENNY DEASON
Project Manager The Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City, Inc. “The Plaza District has a strong sense of community with an organic and unique vibrancy that makes me proud to live next door in Classen Ten Penn. Meeting friends for a beer or a slice is only a two minute bike ride away.”
Executive Director Positively Paseo The Plaza District is like my own private shopping/dining/entertainment district nestled in between two cool historic neighborhoods. There’s a great synergy between the neighborhoods and the Plaza; they support and encourage each other. I love that I can walk to the Plaza in 5 minutes and chat with neighbors along the way. Oh, and the Little Free library is pretty great, too!
INTERESTED IN GETTING INVOLVED? JOIN A COMMITTEE! LIVE ON THE PLAZA PLAZA DISTRICT FESTIVAL FRIENDS OF THE PLAZA FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT DESIGN & PUBLIC SPACE email kristen@ plazadistrict.org for more info!
Stylist at ScissorTale Salon “My favorite thing about the Plaza District: The community. The Plaza “family” is always encouraging and empowering each other. And Empire, you can’t forget about the yummy pizza!”
Executive Director The Parish OKC “The Plaza District has been “Mayberry” for me and my family since 2009. It’s the place I work, the people I know, and my time well spent.
COMING UP
EVENTS CALENDAR JULY 2014 1
Yoga -DNA Galleries
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THRIFT ART SHOW DNA Galleries 1-4pm
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Cult Movie Mondays Saints 8pm Yoga - DNA Galleries 8pm #FreeCoffeeMonday & Open Mic Night District House
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Cult Movie Mondays Saints 8pm Yoga - DNA Galleries 8pm #FreeCoffeeMonday & Open Mic Night District House
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Cult Movie Mondays Saints 8pm Yoga - DNA Galleries 8pm #FreeCoffeeMonday & Open Mic Night District House
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Cult Movie Mondays Saints 8pm Yoga - DNA Galleries 8pm #FreeCoffeeMonday & Open Mic Night District House
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Trivia Tuesdays - Saints
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Trivia Tuesdays - Saints
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Trivia Tuesdays - Saints
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Trivia Tuesdays - Saints
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Yoga -DNA Galleries 8pm
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Yoga -DNA Galleries 8pm
Drink N’ Draw - Tree & Leaf Clothing -8-11pm
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Yoga -DNA Galleries 8pm
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Yoga -DNA Galleries 8pm
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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! LIVE ON THE PLAZA!
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12 SIT. STAY. ART Exhibit @ Graphite Elements & Design 7-11pm
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Drink N’ Draw - Tree & Leaf Clothing -8-11pm
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Drink N’ Draw - Tree & Leaf Clothing -8-11pm
VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH
Deborah is the Business Manager for Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, and is a past member of the Plaza District Board of Directors. She continues her involment with the district by volunteering her time to handle payroll and notary services for the organization. This relieves a huge administrative burden for both staff and budget. THANK YOU DEBORAH!
Deborah Minard
“Volunteering has always been something I do. Doing the Plaza District payroll and providing notary services is my way to help the District. It is truly exciting to see the positive changes that have happened over the years and know I’ve helped.”
BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Kristen Wilson
VICE PRESIDENT Randy Cassimus
THANK YOU! DISTRICT SPONSORS
SECRETARY Ashley Terry TREASURER Edward Granger BUSINESS LIASON Kenny Deason Dustin Akers Neila Crank-Clements Bailey Gordan Blair Humphreys Lou C. Kerr Stephen Kovash Mary Ann Osko Emily Rothrock Tate Jackie Singer Catherine Warren
STAFF
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Kristen Vails INTERNS Janelle Archer Abbey Hovorka
MEDIA SPONSOR
LIGHT UP THE PLAZA SPONSOR
Oklahoma Gazette
Devon
PLATINUM SPONSORS BancFirst • Cory’s Audio Visual Services, LLC Lingo Construction Services • Mason Realty Investors Midtown Renaissance • Oklahoma Arts Council Oklahoma City University • Sweet Sixteenth, LLC. GOLD SPONSORS The Alliance for Economic Development of OKC Backpacks With A Purpose • Bank of Oklahoma Bank SNB • Claims Management Resources Dunkin Donuts • Factor 110 First National Bank of Oklahoma • Fitzsimmons Architects The Kerr Foundation, Inc. • The Meinders Foundation Mercy • The Mule • Yelp!
Plaza District Association 1618 Gatewood Ave Oklahoma City, OK 73106 405.367.9403 phone info@plazadistrict.org www.plazadistrict.org
SILVER SPONSORS 180 Residential Group • American Fidelity Foundation Cardinal Engineering • Continental Resources • Daniel Walcher Gentry Service • Henslee’s Plumbing, Heating & Air, LLC Inasmuch Foundation • Istvan Gallery Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma • Pie Junkie Resource Development, Inc. • Smith & Kernke Funeral Directors Tree and Leaf Clothing • Wayne Property Advisors