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As the mayor of this beautiful city and as a native Tulsan, I invite you to enjoy my hometown. Whether you’re just visiting or you already live here, there’s something for everyone. For over 30 years, Preview magazine has been offering Tulsans and/or its visitors this comprehensive guide about everything from area restaurants to local attractions, events, tourist destinations, lifestyles, lodging and one-of-a-kind extraordinary shopping venues.

our city’s baseball team — the Tulsa Drillers — has proven to be one of the major players in the revitalization of downtown along with the Philbrook Downtown and the Woody Guthrie Center. These new developments mesh well with already established entertainment venues such as Cain’s Ballroom, Brady Theater and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. If you’re looking for outdoor activities, Tulsa offers plenty of exciting opportunities for outdoor fun and recreation. Take a stroll down the scenic paths winding along the Arkansas River and take in the beauty of our famed River Parks. If you’re looking for more of a wild time, then head over to “America’s Favorite Zoo” and tour the Tulsa Zoo, our city-owned gem that’s located in Mohawk Park. It’s truly a great experience for the whole family.

No matter where you turn, Tulsa offers great restaurants — everything from barbecue to sushi — tons of unique shopping venues, world-class museums, and entertainment options that are second to none. Tulsa is well known for its art, music and culture. It is home to world-class ballet and opera, as well as the Gilcrease and Philbrook museums, where displays of Western art and Italian Renaissance will capture your heart and imagination.

I am pleased that you have chosen to call Tulsa your home, or if you’re just visiting, we sure hope you enjoy your stay in our beautiful city. You can always find out more about Tulsa by visiting our website: www.‌‌CityOfTulsa.org.

Downtown Tulsa is home to one of the finest collections of art deco architecture in the country, ranking with cities such as Miami and Chicago. Our iconic beacon, the BOK Center, is a major catalyst for drawing visitors and Tulsans alike for concerts, sporting events and more. ONEOK Field, home of

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For over 30 years, Preview magazine has been the best resource for discovering Tulsa, Green Country and locating the perfect place to eat, visit, shop and be entertained, whether you are here on business or just enjoying a few days away from the grind. Located in the heart of Oklahoma, Tulsa is a year-round destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, scenic views, hikes and adventure. The rich history of Tulsa and its surrounding areas is reflected in the diversity of its museums, landmarks, history, wildlife, attractions, fine dining and friendly locals. In Tulsa, situated on the Arkansas River at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, enjoy a performance or sporting event at the BOK Center, fish in one of the area’s many lakes, check out the sharks in the state’s only freestanding aquarium, explore any of the lush parks or break out the clubs and tackle any of the 16 public golf courses. Considered by many to be the cultural and arts center of Oklahoma, Tulsa offers full-time professional opera and ballet companies and one of the nation’s largest concentrations of art deco architecture. Regardless of your personal tastes or budget, Tulsa offers a down-home, yet cultured experience for all ages.

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BOWLED OVER? THINK AGAIN

By focusing on children and making it more about entertainment than competition, many of these former “blue-collar country clubs” are staying out of the gutter.

EXTRA! EXTRA!

Read all about it. Disney’s Newsies has been receiving rave reviews for years and features something for everyone, including drama, romance, humor, amazingly athletic choreography and an endearing, masterful musical score.

DOING DECO DIFFERENT

Despite its glittering past, the Deco District hasn’t received the same colloquial familiarity as other districts in the downtown area. With movies, themed-events and increased awareness of Art Deco, a local merchants’ group is looking to change that perception.

THE NEED FOR READ

While independent bookstores usually can’t compete with Amazon and other such places on price or selection, the truth is they don’t have to. The customers aren’t necessarily looking for bargains. They’re looking for an experience, and the more unique, the better.

ADDICTED TO THAT RUSH

Some prefer lazy days, but others would rather seek the thrill in life. If you are an adrenaline junkie, then embrace your wild side with these nine heart-pounding attractions. Buckle up; you’re in for a wild ride.

SEPTEMBER 2016 ON THE COVER

THROWING A PIGSKINLOVING PARTY

Nothing is more Oklahoman than the urban picnic at a tailgate party with the perfect combination of sports, food and fun. But there is a science to the tailgate, and here are some tips on organizing one.

FAIR-LY AWESOME

AUTUMN IS UPON US

ANY GIVEN FRIDAY

Are you ready for 11 days of fun at the Tulsa State Fair, enjoying live concerts, crazy competitions, livestock competitions, carnival rides galore and enough deep-fried treats to make a cardiologist cry?

Take an adventure through Oklahoma and discover festivals and events that will satisfy fall cravings for plump pumpkins, spooky happenings and old-fashioned fall fun.

What makes high school football so special goes well beyond the X’s and O’s.

SPIRIT OF INSPIRATION

Who’s got spirit? Yes, we do. And since not everyone wants to sport a jersey (or body paint) at a football game, we’ve come to the rescue with outfit ideas that are just sporty enough to make you feel like part of the team.

GOTTA SHED ‘EM ALL

Whether it’s just going on a walk, jog, hike or exploring HOLDING OUT somewhere new, the digital FOR A GYRO augmented reality gaming trend Looking for a hand-held meal spearheaded by Pokémon Go that is not only savory, but also could be something you’ll want affordable? Then try this delicious to fall into and use to your Mediterranean delicacy that’s exercise advantage. pronounced “year-oh.”

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GAME CHANGERS

RISE AND DINE

Football season is snack season, and finger food is the name of the game. Score some big points with these crowd-pleasing favorites.

Let’s greet the day with style, indulging in, yes, pancakes and sausage, but also lobster benedict, Cajun-spiced chicken tenders and a “hot mess.” Here, we present the ultimate, syrupsoaked guide to 31 spots that will make you happy to set the alarm and where it’s acceptable to hit the bottle before noon.

Football — whether it’s high school, college or pro — is a big source of pride, and every season ushers in new reasons to wave the proverbial flag and break out those foam fingers. Where and how you watch is just as important as the games, and the sports crazed have their favorite barstools, tailgating rituals and gameday outfits. We’ve got you covered with a playbook full of tips, schedules and ideas to get you into kickoff mode. Cover models are (clockwise from left): Cassie, Brandy, Bekah and Lindsay. Photo by Marc Rains. Makeup by Mary Allen. Models courtesy Model Talent Management and John Casablancas.

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With everything from homecooking classics like meatloaf and chicken-fried steak to fresh sushi and everything in between, everyone in your dining party is sure to find a favorite at the scenic Waterfront Grill.

SWIMMING WITH CREATIVITY

Sisserou’s explores the vibrant flavors and atmosphere of the Caribbean with a variety of styles, drinks and cuisines from land and sea.

THE THRILL OF THE GRILLE

With a playbook of drink options, plenty of screens and fresh food that never gets flagged for not being delicious, Fat Daddy’s is a perfect place to experience the triumphs, the heartaches and the last-minute surprises of any game.

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So providing an envelope of cash and telling people to spend it in 48 hours isn’t exactly a challenge, but it makes this assignment sound a lot more interesting. Spend $91.80 (we used the local area code for the amount) in two days. And if they could find fun and free activities ... bonus. The only catch was that they had to spend it at places, events or shops profiled in the August issue of Preview. Chelsey and Chad Plaster

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We loved Claret Café. The food was wonderful and we had outstanding service. We live in Broken Arrow and have driven past the restaurant several times, but this was our first time and it definitely won’t be our last.

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Chad had never been to Drysdales, so we had to go after seeing the story in Preview. But I was the one who walked away with something — a super cute dress. The cashier was very sweet. Plus, we happened to go on tax-free weekend … Score.

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For our last stop, we headed over to the Farm Shopping Center to give Yutaka a try. Honestly, this was probably one of, if not the best, Asian buffets in the Tulsa area. We both thought it was super clean and good food.

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DIXIE CHICKS BOK Center (Tulsa)

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I LOVE THE ‘90S BOK Center (Tulsa) BAD COMPANY Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Tulsa/Catoosa)

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GLADYS KNIGHT Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Tulsa/Catoosa)

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MARTINA MCBRIDE Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Tulsa/Catoosa)

MOTHER ROAD FESTIVAL BOK Center (Tulsa)

WHISKEY MYERS Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

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BETH HARD Brady Theater (Tulsa)

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THE MELVINS Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

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LYNYRD SKYNYRD Buffalo Run Casino (Miami)

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BRIAN FALLON AND THE CROWES Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

SEPT. 19

TEGAN AND SARA Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

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TECH N9NE Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

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GLEN HANSARD Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

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GHOST Brady Theater (Tulsa)

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SAINT MOTEL Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa) ART GARFUNKEL Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Tulsa/Catoosa) OLD DOMINION Oklahoma Stage/Tulsa State Fair (Tulsa)

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LOCAL NATIVES Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa) BROTHERS OSBORNE Oklahoma Stage/Tulsa State Fair (Tulsa)

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Downtown Miami BLUEGRASS AND CHILI FESTIVAL Claremore Expo Square

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OSAGE COUNTY FREE FAIR Osage County Fairgrounds (Pawhuska)

LEGENDS RODEO Historic Nichols Park (Henryetta)

1,OKLAHOMA! 3-4 Tulsa Performing Arts Center

OKMULGEE COUNTY FAIR Okmulgee Country Fairgrounds (Okmulgee)

GREAT RAFT RACE Sand Springs River City Park

1-4 TULSA REINING CLASSIC

8-11 MAYES COUNTY FAIR Mayes County Fairgrounds (Pryor)

Tulsa Expo Square CHEROKEE NATIONAL HOLIDAY Various locations (Tahlequah)

1-5 BACKWOODS MUSIC AND

6-10 DELAWARE COUNTY FREE FAIR

14-18 DISNEY’S NEWSIE

Delaware County Fairgrounds (Jay)

Tulsa Performing Arts C

8-18 AMERICAN MINIATURE HORSE REGISTRY NATIONAL SHOW

CAMPING FESTIVAL Tatanka Ranch (Stroud)

Tulsa Expo Square

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1-24 CHEROKEE HOMECOMING ART SHOW Cherokee Heritage Center (Tahlequah)

JAZZ FESTIVAL PostOak Lodge (Tulsa)

OTTAWA POWWOW AND CELEBRATION Adawe Park (Miami)

EXOTIC BIRD FAIR Tulsa Expo Square

2-4 POSTOAK WINE &

JOSHUA BELL Tulsa Performing Arts Center

JANA JAE FIDDLE CAMP AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Grove Civic Center

BEDOUIN SHRINE CLOWN CAR AND BIKE COLLECTORS SHOW Honor Heights Park (Muskogee)

HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Tulsa Performing Arts Center

THE CASTLE ZOMBIE RUN Castle of Muskogee

DUSK ‘TIL DAWN BLUES FESTIVAL OK Blues Hall of Fame (Rentiesville)

2-3 THE WILL

ROGERS FOLLIES Tulsa Performing Arts Center

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DELAWARE COUNTY FARM SHOW Delaware County Fairgrounds (Jay) ROADKILL CHILI COOK-OFF Delaware County Fairgrounds (Jay) WOOLAROC FALL TRAIL RIDE Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve (Bartlesville) DAM J.A.M. BICYCLE TOUR Whitaker Park (Pryor)

9-10, 15-18 THE WHO’S TOMMY Tulsa Performing Arts Center

9-11 WYANDOTTE NATION TRIBAL POWWOW Tribal Grounds (Wyandotte)

9-10 BLUE WHALE

15-18 RIB CRIB

BOK Cente

ROGERS Claremore

COMEDY FESTIVAL Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

10-11 METCALF

GUN SHOW Tulsa Expo Square

DOVER QUARTET Tulsa Performing Arts Center TULSA ROOTS ROCKS THE GREEN Guthrie Green (Tulsa)

ALSO IN SEPTEMBER AI 16-17 GATESWAY

River West Festival Park (Tulsa)

PIONEER DAY FESTIVAL AND RODEO Skiatook Central Park BLACK BUGGY DAY Guy Williams Park (Chouteau)

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MUFARO’S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS Tulsa Performing Arts Center

CRUISERS CRUISE-IN AND CAR SHOW Claremore Lake (Claremore)

KEETOOWAH CHEROKEE CELEBRATION Tribal Grounds (Tahlequah)

16-18 SCOTFEST

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BALLOON FESTIVAL Will Rogers Downs (Claremore)

PIONEER DAYS AT HARBER VILLAGE Har-Ber Village Museum (Grove)

23-25 XPO GAME FESTIVAL Cox Business Center (Tulsa) GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Tulsa Performing Arts Center

TAIN MAN ENCAMPMENT Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve (Bartlesville)

29-OCT. 2 DISNEY ON ICE:

WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT Expo Square Pavilion (Tulsa)

29-OCT. 9 TULSA STATE FAIR

FIN AND FEATHER FALL FESTIVAL Fin and Feather Resort (Gore)

Tulsa Expo Square

22-30 PUMPKIN FESTIVAL Shepherd’s Cross (Claremore)

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17-18 I AM YOGA Veteran’s Park (Tulsa)

FARM SHOW Tulsa RV Ranch (Beggs)

VICKI LAWRENCE Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center WHISKEY WELL BOK Center (Tulsa)

HAUNTED ATTRACTION Washington County Fairgrounds (Dewey)

SHALOMFEST Temple Israel (Tulsa)

THE 13TH WARD 2300 E. Kenosha (Broken Arrow)

GRUPO CORPO Tulsa Performing Arts Center

SOLEDAD O’BRIEN Tulsa Performing Arts Center

KOMEN TULSA RACE FOR THE CURE ONEOK Field

Tulsa Performing Arts Center

ADMIRAL TWIN CAR SHOW AND THE OUTSIDERS Admiral Twin (Tulsa) GREEN COUNTRY CLASSIC MUSTANG ROUND-UP Rose District (Broken Arrow)

30OCT. 31 ROAD SIGNS

BLAST FROM THE PAST CAR SHOW Downtown Morris COW THIEVES AND OUTLAWS REUNION Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve (Bartlesville) CORN DOG CLASSIC 5K Tulsa Expo Square RED, WHITE & BREW Rose District (Broken Arrow)

30OCT. 30 THE ASYLUM 304 W. Cherokee (Nowata)

30OCT. 29 HAUNTED

CASTLE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL Castle of Muskogee

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Waffles, because they have organized syrup pods. —‌Matthew Waffles because they aren’t as boring as pancakes. —‌Jessica

Waffles, because those spaces hold lots of butter and pure maple syrup. I love butter. I love pure maple syrup. A good waffle is just the vessel that makes eating butter and maple syrup socially acceptable. —‌Kathy

I prefer pancakes over waffles because stacking waffles just turns into a toppling tower of over-cooked batter and a maple syrup river running directly onto your crotch. —‌Mitch

Waffles, hands down. They are little fluffy squares that sop up syrup better, hold berries better, they have more eggs which are better for you, and they are good with fried chicken. —Jenelle

Waffles because the little squares hold not only the syrup but lots of melted butter too! —‌Michelle

Waffles because they’re like pancakes but with courtesy boxes that hold your syrup. —‌Pascale

Pancakes because they taste better. —Terri

I find waffles to be the superior choice over their lesser, flatter brethren, the pancake. I like the crispy outer crust and the warm, soft insides. Not to mention they have syrup and butter traps. How is there anything else on the breakfast menu? —Haley Pancakes. I don’t like the crustiness of waffles. It’s a texture thing. I think pancakes soak up the butter and syrup better too. And the best thing ever is pancakes with coconut syrup. You mix equal parts corn syrup with Coco Lopez. Heaven! —‌Lois

Waffles — especially Death Star Waffles. Bah-ha-ha-ha! (My daughter Jennifer’s gift: A Death Star Waffle maker.) —‌Karla

Oh man, that’s a toughie. Pancakes. They demand butter and syrup, whereas waffles can be fancied with fruit and whipped cream. You want a stick to your ribs breakfast, go with the pancake…and bacon. —‌Stormy

Waffles are just manlier. —‌Calvin

I love waffles because they’re like pancakes but crunchier with little syrup traps. They are also easy to make on a lazy Sunday morning. —‌Marissa

I like both, depends on my mood. —‌Pamela

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GRACE POTTER Cain’s Ballroom (Tulsa)

Grace Potter grew up in a family that encouraged her artistic pursuits in are from music to theater, the latter of which she was studying at St. Lawrence University when drummer Matt Burr heard her singing at an open mic night in 2002 and asked if she would form a band with him. She declined, but when her high school friend and bass player Courtright Beard enrolled in the college, she reconsidered the invitation, and the three of them began to writ and perform jazz-influenced songs, with Potter also taking up duties on the Hammond B-3. Soon, guitarist Scott Tournet joined, and the bandmembers, calling themselves Grace Potter & the Nocturnals — thanks to their late-nig practice habits — began to think seriously about making music their career When Burr graduated in 2003, they decided to move back to Vermont and dedicated themselves more fully to their craft, replacing Beard (who chose t stay at school) with Bryan Dondero in the process.

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In 2004, they self-released their debut, Original Soul, receiving positive response and comparisons to artists like Norah Jones and early Bonnie Rait This in turn garnered major-label offers, but the band preferred to build its f base by constant touring and festival appearances.

Word of their electric performances spread, and shortly after their second album, Nothing But the Water came out in 2005, Grace Potter & the Nocturn signed to Hollywood Records. Their third full-length, This Is Somewhere, hit shelves nationwide in August 2007. In 2010, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals was released; Hollywood pulled out all the stops in order to break the band internationally. Over the next year and a half, they toured incessantly, releas a four-song Christmas EP, a live album in the UK, and a digital download-on set recorded live at the Fillmore.

Potter’s duet with Kenny Chesney, “You and Tequila,” was nominated for Sin of the Year Vocal Collaboration at the American Country Awards, and the pai performed it at the CMA Awards. In June 2012, a new studio album, The Lio the Beast the Beat, by Grace Potter & the Nocturnals was released. Peaking at No. 17 on the Billboard 200, The Lion the Beast the Beat received the mo attention of any Nocturnals record yet released, but Potter decided to go sol for her next album, 2015’s Midnight. Produced by Eric Valentine, who also c wrote many of the songs, the album appeared in August 2015.

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By focusing on children and making it more about entertainment than competition, many of these former â&#x20AC;&#x153;blue-collar country clubsâ&#x20AC;? are staying out of the gutter. By Rob Harmon

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THINK AGAIN Bowling has been around a really long time—all the way back to the Egyptians, even. Anthropologist Sir Flinders Petrie in the 1930s discovered an ancient Egyptian tomb of a child that contained several objects, including what seemed to be a crude form of a bowling ball.

about giving families a chance to be active and exercise, to spend time together.” That’s one thing that hasn’t changed through the years. Families are still looking for something different, rather than staying home for another Friday night with Elsa and the rest of the Frozen cast on DVD.

Labeled as the Decade of the Bowler, 10-pin bowling in the United States was a pretty big deal in the 1950s. But by the early 1960s, even though there were thousands of bowling leagues across the country with close to 8 million enthusiastic bowlers, reports said bowling alleys would soon be ‘in the gutter.’ Then antitrust suits in the 1970s were filed against companies like Brunswick and AMF (Tulsa still has one of those on Sheridan) that cost those bowling alleys lots of money, and it really looked like the sport was in big trouble.

It may be a Saturday night with the bros or a girl’s night out. Either way, heading down to the bowling alley still means getting a beer or two and a little competition. People love to get together and laugh, watching each other try to one up each other. Whether you’re a Big Lebowski or a frequent visitor to the gutter, there’s lots of laughter and smiles when you spend an evening tossing a bowling ball.

Somehow, though, here in 2016, bowling is still a thing. How is that even possible? About 52 million people bowl in the U.S. every year, and the average bowler goes to the lanes over 10 times per year. There has to be a reason after all these years that one out of five people still make it out to bowling alleys. What is the appeal after all this time? “Because it’s fun,” says Sarah White, a manager with Andy B’s on Lewis. “For us, it’s

And bowling is still a good first date or group date because if the goal is to have fun, you absolutely can’t strike out because, well … beer. And, as has been mentioned already, laughter. Those two things alone make bowling still a sure thing in the dating scene. Also, Groupon, Yipit or Living Social deals are available at times for AMF locations like Sheridan Lanes or at Andy B’s. All over Green Country, you can still get your bowling fix at some fantastic bowling alleys. Here are 10 of our favorites.

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With 60 all-star lanes, this is one of, if not ‘the’, bowling landmarks of Tulsa. Features include an on-site pro shop, excellent pool tables, an interactive arcade, and still as cool as ever, air hockey. Sheridan Lanes has unlimited bowling every Monday after 8 p.m. and a per person, per game, price all other times.

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An incredible pizza buffet and exciting bowling fun — what more can you ask for, except maybe a perfect score of 300? The best mini bowling around and bumper cars are just a few things you can do at this incredible place. After your bowling fun, you can also win prizes at the games or speed down the track in a go-kart.

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They take fun seriously here and provide a glow bowling experience like no other place in Green Country. The bar and grill has a huge menu including breakfast, children’s meals and pizza, and drinks galore including amaretto sour, bourbon peach and Long Island iced tea cocktails! The classic bowling experience awaits the bowler looking for the time of their life.

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This isn’t your typical bowling alley. Throwback to the 1970s, this unique, downtown Tulsa nightspot, typically for adults, has eight lanes, another two in a V.I.P. lounge, top-shelf beer, wine and cocktails. The entertainment Mecca of the Blue Dome district, you can have it all from 4 p.m. until 2 a.m., seven days a week.

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10301 N. Owasso Expressway Owasso Cosmic bowling is available from 10 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday nights. It’s all you can bowl and free shoe rental. Get your Family Bowling pass this fall and two adults and up to four children can bowl two games per person every day from Sept. 1 through Nov. 30.

Only $3 per game, per bowler is what you always get at Green Country Lanes if you get there before 6 p.m., but it’s still only $3.50 on nights and weekends. On Sunday nights, the Sunday Family Glow Bowl offers a family of four or more free shoe rentals and only $7 per person for two hours unlimited bowling.

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Lots of shiny bowling lanes with lasers and music video screens are waiting for you at Main Event. And discounts, specials and promotions are going on all the time if you’re looking to bowl, do some laser tag, rock climbing, karaoke, video games and so much more. Each bowling lane has its own clean seating area where you can yuck it up with friends and family.

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A 24-lane bowling alley that’s been in Sapulpa since the early 1960s, this is the real deal. State-of-the-art technology and a clean, smoke-free atmosphere make this a premier location for bowling parties and hangouts the whole family can enjoy on any occasion. Top-notch, professional staff members make the experience at Sahoma a fun, memorable time.

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Disney’s Newsies has been receiving rave reviews for years and features something for everyone, including drama, romance, humor, amazingly athletic choreography and an endearing, masterful musical score. This is just a small peek at the drama, energy and excitement that makes up this hit musical that visits Tulsa this month for a very limited engagement. With ticket sales of over one million during its two and-a-half year run on Broadway, Newsies is a high-intensity, high-caliber musical production that has been receiving rave reviews for years, and boasts of containing something for everyone — including drama, romance, humor, amazingly athletic choreography and an endearing, masterful musical score. Newsies will make a stop in Tulsa as part of its national tour, which started in 2014 and ends later this year in Austin, Texas. The musical has been receiving high praise wherever it stops, and is expected to do the same during its run at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.

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Newsies follows a group of boys who sell papers for a large New York news company, and when the paper’s owner raises the prices, the boys go on strike to fight back. With the help of a plucky female reporter (also Jack’s love interest), the boys overcome their situation to create a better working environment and prove that the underdog can triumph, no matter their age, social or economic standing. You might not think a story about newspaper sales in 1899 New York City could be the basis for such a compelling musical production, but you would be

wrong! The story has all the elements that make it accessible and appealing to everyone — the plight of the underdog heroes against a corporate machine, a budding romance that challenges the class system, suspense, humor and so much more. In 2012, Newsies won two Tony Awards—one for Best Score and one for Best Choreography. The musical prowess and athleticism required by cast members is stunning; the first-class sets combined with the action and intensity of the story create a production that viewers are sure to remember for a long time to come.

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In the opening scene of Disney’s Newsies musical, we are transported to an 1899 New York City ghetto, where we meet Jack, an orphaned boy selling newspapers in order to make a meager living. But he dreams of more, and when his chances at a better life are threatened by a newspaper owner’s competitive greed, Jack and his fellow Newsies fight back. And win.

The attention to detail in the touring production is second to none, creating an experience that’s every bit as authentic as the original Broadway version. “It’s the exact same caliber of show,” says Andy Richardson, who plays Crutchie, the best friend of our hero Jack. “Our creative team has made sure that visitors get the same experience as they would have on Broadway.” And he should know — he performed in the original Broadway production before joining the touring cast earlier this year. The cast members might be different from the original, but the choreographer has made sure that each character plays on the strengths of the actor who is playing him. “It’s really for the benefit of the show overall, and the audience,” Richardson confesses, and this makes the touring production unique and just as good — if not better — than the Broadway production.

I’m so proud to be a part of this production. I’ll be sitting at home and all of a sudden I’ll think, Wow, what a great life I have!’” This energy and joy pervades the entire cast and production of Newsies, and it’s a big reason why the show has been so popular.

“Our creative team has made sure that visitors get the same experience as they would have on Broadway.”

New York City. Richardson has never been to Tulsa before, but is looking forward to seeing the city and hopefully visiting a few museums during the company’s brief stay in the area. “This show truly is for everyone,” he says energetically. “It’s high energy and just so much fun.” He speaks so convincingly, you can’t help but believe him. And you can’t help but want to go see the show for yourself.

LOCATOR from the Refuge” as a note of encouragement to his friend Jack to keep fighting the fight. “Crutchie is a real joy to play,” explains Richardson. “Even though he can’t dance like the other characters, he never lets his disability get him down. No matter what the situation is, he always has a smile. He’s the perfect eternal optimist.

Richardson, a San Antonio, Texas native, realized he wanted to be a performer when he was in the second grade, and he hasn’t looked back since. He made his Broadway debut in Gypsy in 2008, alongside musical great Patti Lupone, and is currently studying Musical Theater and ASL at NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study in

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DESPITE ITS GLITTERING PAST, THE DECO DISTRICT HASN’T RECEIVED THE SAME COLLOQUIAL FAMILIARITY AS OTHER DISTRICTS IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA. WITH MOVIES, THEMED-EVENTS AND INCREASED AWARENESS OF ART DECO, A LOCAL MERCHANTS’ GROUP IS LOOKING TO CHANGE THAT PERCEPTION. By Tiffany Duncan

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It’s no secret that Tulsa is growing and expanding at an accelerated rate. New businesses, restaurants and cafes are popping up all over downtown, making Tulsa feel more like a big city every day. And also like a big city, Tulsa has started to adopt the New York-esque trend of segmenting the city into different districts — Blue Dome, East Village and Brady Arts District, for example. But there’s one segment of downtown, however,

that has flown a bit more quietly under the radar: the Deco District. The Deco District runs from Denver and Cincinnati between 1st and 8th Streets, forming a square of the city’s most beautiful examples of Art Deco architecture. This district is one of the richest in Tulsa’s historical significance, displaying the wealth and opulence that oil brought to town in the roaring ‘20s. Despite its glittering past, however, the Deco District hasn’t quite received the same colloquial familiarity among Tulsans as other districts in the downtown area.

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But the Deco District Merchants Group — a collective of boutique and restaurant owners within the Deco District — aims to change all of that. “Our goal is to bring life back to the business section of downtown Tulsa, not only for those who work in the area but also for those moving in,” says Julee March, owner of Jules Boutique and head of the Deco District Merchants Group. “We want to give them something to do when they get off work. There are already many delicious restaurants in the district including Tavolo, Billy’s on the Square, Mod’s, Lassalle’s, Elote, The Vault and many more. Shopping venues include Decopolis, the Art Deco Museum, Jules Boutique, Okie Crowe, Made, Brookside Pottery Downtown, StudiOne Yoga,

and we hope to see more very soon.” With so many unique boutiques and delicious eateries already in place, the special events that the Merchants Group has planned will serve to boost the family friendly fun of the district. The first two inaugural events were held in June on the H. A. Chapman Centennial Green on 6th Street; one was a live music show called Dusk in the Deco complete with art vendors and food trucks, and the other was a Friday night movie on the lawn. “Several of the attendees dressed the part — reminding us of The Great Gatsby era — and brought their own picnic baskets,” says March. “The fun began with two Betty Boop cartoons that kept people chuckling, probably bringing

back old memories of simpler times. The actual movie, Metropolis, was a silent film, but two musicians played music that fit with the actions of the movie. A snow cone vendor also made special snow cone concoctions themed with the movie.” Flapper dresses, silent films and snow cones? If this sounds like you missed out on a dazzling time, don’t worry! The Deco District Merchants Group has plenty more events like this one up their sleeve. “Events will mostly likely be held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, and each month we will be doing something different,” she says. “For September, we are working with the TYPros (Tulsa Young Professionals) on a project to utilize the theme ‘The Dog Days of

Summer,’ and in October we are planning a chalkfest and pumpkin carving contest. There will also be a couple more movies in the park along the way.” To keep track of each event, you can check out the Facebook page Deco District Events for specific dates, times and accompanying details. “We think it’s important for people to reap the benefits that these truly magnificent buildings hold for us,” adds March. “For many years, people from out of state have made special trips to our downtown to marvel at our Deco District, yet many people who have never worked downtown have not experienced this. We have a truly artistic and beautiful downtown that we should all be proud of.”

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There’s something about a bookstore. Each one has that distinctive scent of imagination, wonder and hints of vanilla, the orderly rows of colorful covers, and the infinite worlds of possibility hiding between the pages. The modern world has dealt a blow to bookstores with its flashy distractions, online news, computer games, and smart phones with all the world’s knowledge just a couple finger-swipes away. Online merchants like Amazon with its Kindle reader took another jab, and corporate goliaths like Borders bookstore have fallen already. In the early 2000s, big box stores were expected to steamroll the indie bookseller, marking the end of these cozy reading corners. Indeed, for a while, it looked like this was coming to fruition. But sales at independent bookstores are actually outpacing the growth of book sales in general. And despite the hazards of the modern world, independent bookstores in Green Country are not just holding on and hanging in, but growing and thriving.

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“We didn’t start out having a big book selection, because everyone knew books weren’t selling,” says William A. Franklin, the owner of downtown’s destination bookstore, Decopolis. “We had art books, coffee table books and we kept selling them. So, we decided to just make it a bookstore. We’ve been ramping up our book selection. Every month we try to offer more books, more selection.” Franklin, who is also an artist, has made Decopolis a mustsee stop in downtown Tulsa with his impeccable art deco style upstairs and down. “For a long time, I’ve been a muralist, doing murals in people’s homes. I was asked to do the Tulsa International Mayfest poster in

2009. I chose to do art deco, but since I really enjoyed doing that painting, I decided that could be my signature style.” When you stop in to Decopolis, not only will you notice the prominent art deco artwork all over the store, but you should be sure to ask Franklin about the Tulsa Art Deco Museum he founded in the Philcade across the street. Decopolis is also a haven for local authors. “We’ve been able to help local writers and publishers. We promote them with book signings, and we blast them out on social media. There’s so many talented local authors; we’re

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making them more prominent and even putting up different sections like science fiction.” Local interests such as books about Oklahoma, Tulsa, and the art deco scene are featured in the front of the store, and Franklin is always looking for ways to make Decopolis more special. “We try to make our store magical. We go out of our way to find the most beautiful versions of books,” he says. “We do judge our books by their cover. We’re adding a 20-foot tree in the kids’ section where we already have puppets. We feature toys that go along with the books, and we have a series of candles that are inspired by famous authors. We want to be part of downtown. We want to be more than a store. We want to be an experience.” But nothing provides a stronger pull than the experience of browsing — getting lost in the stacks, making serendipitous finds, having chance conversations with interesting people. And with information so easy to find these days, used bookstores offer the thrill of the hunt. Head east out of downtown, and you can find yourself at Gardner’s

Used Books, surrounded by eclectic decorations and bookshelves that seem to go on forever in Oklahoma’s largest used bookstore. Sean Wells, Gardner’s manager of Internet sales, is proud of his store and its freedom from corporate oversight. “Since we are an independent bookstore, we’re not constrained by any corporate policy. We have new books, old books, stuff people haven’t heard about for a hundred years,” he says. “We’re not under pressure to keep our shelves up to date. One of the unique things about Gardner’s is that we buy as well as sell and trade. Because we’re not corporates, we’re interested in anything — books, magazines, CDs, games. We have a tremendous variety of items you can’t find anywhere else. The owners love going to estate sales and bring in unique stuff all the time.” Gardner’s has been located on Mingo since 1991. “We’re one of the oldest remaining independent bookstores in Tulsa,” says Wells. In addition to varied and unique inventory, Gardner’s gives back

to the community in several ways, including their Ladies’ Nights three to four times a year. “Ladies only, we don’t even have male employees on those nights. They’re themed and there’s a big sale and costume contests. We got the idea from a comic book store in Canada that is working to welcome women into comic book fandom. We have comic books and so much more, and we create a friendly environment for our female customers.” In addition to their 20,000-square foot space, Gardner’s has added another 20,000-square foot warehouse behind. “It’s basically an endless outlet store open to the public on weekends with records, books and more. Super cheap, everything is $1, $2.” In addition to deals, independent bookstores can also offer the well-read employee, who is one of the most valuable resources. They know the store’s unique collection inside out and can help a customer find a book

in a nuanced way that’s very different from Amazon’s machinegenerated recommendations. That kind of human-customized shopping experience is hard to find, and creates loyal customers like at Broken Arrow’s The Book Place.

Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, and George R.R. Martin.”

So why, in this day of handheld gadgets, would a person choose a print book over an e-book? After all, e-books are less expensive and, if you’re reading on your phone, it’s one less “We sell new and used books. thing to carry around or toss Our biggest sellers are soft-cover in your purse. “Print books are romance, and we’ve expanded our often cheaper when used than sci-fi and fantasy section because e-books,” says Burch. of demand,” says Joey Burch, But there’s more to it than store manager. “We take in about cost. There are some places, 3,000 books a month, and any we like the beach, the lake, the can’t use we donate to Broken pool or a hot tub where you Arrow Neighbors.” wouldn’t want to risk an Burch also manages Fine Books electronic device. “A book just in Tulsa’s Promenade mall. “Fine seems more peaceful than a specializes in leather bound computer,” says Wells. “The books and collectibles like tactile sensations of the book, autographed books and hard to turning the pages rather than find items. We have autographed just clicking the buttons.”

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Sometimes you need a little rush to remember you are alive. Some people are natural-born adrenaline junkies. Relaxing weekends just don’t appeal to them as they actively seek out new challenges. To them, scrapes and bruises are merit badges. It’s that rush of adrenaline that reminds you, you’re human.

Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city? Get close to nature and hit the trails at Turkey Mountain. The trails range from 1 to 5 miles and each have their own surprises in store. Be sure to pack your own gear, water, and first-aid kit. Face plants and knee scrapes are likely to happen if you hit the dirt. Whether you’re looking for an easy, shady hike in the forest, or a leg-burning climb that will leave you breathless, the nearby terrain of Green Country has something for everyone.

Take charge and own the rush to get your heart pumping. It’s good for you to get out of your comfort zone and put into perspective where exactly you fit in this massive world. And why not have fun doing it? Granted, we aren’t privy to an abundance of jaw-dropping activities in these parts like paragliding off a volcano or rappelling down a waterfall, but there are plenty of PG13 options to get your palms sweaty and heart racing. There is nothing like taking in a bird’s-eye view of the Green Country landscape during a 45-second free fall to put your life into perspective. Or take yourself back to the thrill of childhood by racing past your opponents in super-fast go-karts. All of these adrenaline-packed reality checks and more can be found right here in Oklahoma’s diverse backyard.

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There really is no other thrill that can be compared to shooting a gun. So if you’re going to do it, do it in a safe environment at some of the area’s top shooting ranges. The 2A Shooting Center offers a climate-controlled air wall drawing gun powder, lead and other airborne particulates away from you to insure a comfortable shooting climate as well as 16 multiuse shooting lanes (25 yards in length) that allow for a wide range of shooting or qualification needs. Pistol and rifle shooters are welcome.

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How does jumping out of an airplane from thousands of feet at speeds of 120 miles per hour sound? At Skydive Airtight in Skiatook, anyone from first-time jumpers to seasoned experts can enjoy the thrill of skydiving. This bird’s-eye view will literally take your breath away. Firsttimers are in for the thrill of their lives, and experienced jumpers know exactly why they go back. Remember to breathe — the view is much more enjoyable.

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We get that your need for speed is strong. And Xtreme Racing and Entertainment in Broken Arrow literally puts you in the driver’s seat. Use your mad skills, speed racer, and throw a nod to the unlucky guy who can’t hug the curves like you do. With speeds approaching 50 miles per hour, there is a reason many refer to their go-karts as whoa-karts. The tracks are both Formula 1 design, with lots of turns and twists. They are also made of asphalt for a true racing experience, allowing the tires to grip the track for quick, clean turns. And the karts only sit one inch above the ground, making for extremely fast and aerodynamic movements.

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Whether you’re hunting down zombies and traitors or just having a bachelors or bachelorettes party, immerse yourself in combat scenarios using military-realistic replica weapons at Hard Knocks. Think of it as paintball on steroids without all the fuss, muss and pain. Coordination and tactics are keys to victory, especially as each of the six different military-realistic replica weapons have their own strengths and weaknesses. So, your shotgun might be great for handling foes up close thanks to its wide spray, but you’ll have to be careful to avoid friendly fire, and you’ll need to rely on your friend with a rifle to watch your back and hold off anyone sniping you from a distance.

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Once you go to New Heights for the first time, you’re sure to want to climb again. Perfect for first-timers and to learn the ropes, New Heights teaches the basics and provides a safe way to learn. With over 4,000-square-feet of climbing walls, you’ll put your strength and wits to the test.

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If you have an overwhelming urge to unleash your inner weekend warrior, paintball is a great way to go. If you’re looking for a good woodsball game, Paintball Land in Collinsville is your spot with nearly 20 acres to play on. It is an especially good place for first timers; the staff take special care to explain everything thoroughly. The refs have a good attitude and there’s a nice diversity of fields to play on. The staff is widely praised by players as being extremely friendly and attentive. One of the most popular extreme sports around, paintballing requires teamwork, a clear grasp of strategy and a pretty thick skin.

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Rock climbing is a beneficial workout in many ways, because it not only gives your body a good working, but it can be kind of intimidating, which makes it all the more exciting — especially when you reach the top. Chandler Park is one of the most popular places to go rock climbing in Tulsa, but be careful if you are not experienced and stick to climbs that are closer to a rocky hike. There are more spots for climbing along Avery Drive, right around Chandler Park; at Shotgun in Sand Springs; Zen Pen in Mannford; Fort Gibson, Tenkiller and Skiatook lakes. Osage Hills, the Ouachita Mountains, Alabaster Caverns and Robber’s Cave are also all within a couple of hours from Tulsa, with boulders to climb, hills to hike and even some caves to explore.

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You need a gyro. You’re hungry for that luscious spiced meat warmed on a vertical rotisserie and served with soft pita bread, fresh cucumber, cool tomato, savory onion and tangy tzatziki sauce. And maybe a side of fries. First things first, gyro does not rhyme with pyro. It’s pronounced almost exactly like hero, but starting with a y (as in year-oh). Tulsa’s Mediterranean community offers us the opportunity to enjoy several wonderful options from their region’s cuisine. From small diners to fancy restaurants, sometimes a gyro is a happy surprise find on a menu and sometimes it’s the main feature. But it takes more than some compressed beef and lamb to make great gyros. Fortunately, we found a few of the best gyros right here in Tulsa.

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Don’t let the name La Roma Pizza fool you; La Roma has an extensive Middle Eastern menu including falafel, cabbage rolls, shawarma and gyros. Katia Azar, the welcoming and friendly co-owner, is proud of the quality of ingredients that goes into La Roma’s extensive and varied menu. “For a gyro, the pita must be soft,” she explains. “If it’s too hard, it breaks and cracks and it makes it hard to eat.” Hey Mambo is deservedly renowned for its pizza, but the lunch menu offers a not-to-be missed gyro with your choice of lamb, chicken or grilled vegetables. “People like the freshness of the lamb and the fresh, housemade tzatziki sauce,” says Scott Moore, owner-operator of Hey Mambo. “They also love the lavosh. We use lavosh for the bread instead of a pita. It’s

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Yes, the coneys are fantastic, but the Greek menu is a revelation and you can get your gyro served as a plate, a pita or a salad. “We serve it open-faced, so it’s a bigger sandwich with more meat,” says owner William Pagonis. “Why do people like a gyro? The flavor, the cucumber sauce, the pita bread. Just the way everything is set up. It’s a nice combination.” Jim’s gyro meat is 60 percent beef and 40 percent lamb, so it’s more of a traditional gyro.

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our pizza dough, very thin, and we bake it fresh in the oven for each gyro.” Leena’s Mediterranean Grill serves up a healthy buffet of nearly endless options for Middle Eastern flavors and tastes as well a terrific gyro. “The way we do it, we sell a bunch of them so it’s always fresh,” says Saleh Agha, Leena’s co-owner. “The meat is moist, flavorful and not dry. We use high quality meats, and the sauce is homemade. People like that they can see the meat rotating on the spit. They know it’s fresh, not prepackaged.” Another don’t-be-fooled-by-the-name stop for a delicious gyro is Jim’s Coney Island.

At Sinbad’s you will find traditional Mediterranean items such as baba ganoush, hummus, tahini, falafel, tabbouleh, kebabs and gyros. All of the meat items like lamb, chicken and steak are cooked to order over a charcoal grill and never fried. If you are feeling like having a wrap, but want something slightly more substantial than chicken or falafel, you can always go for the beef shawarma or a gyro plate. The gyro wraps include your choice of meat wrapped in pita with lettuce, tomato, onion, feta and tzatziki sauce. The gyro meat can be any mixture of beef, pork, lamb or chicken broiled in a vertical rotisserie so that the juices run down, basting the lower parts with delicious flavor. A hundred years ago, the rotisserie would be a cage filled with hot coals, but now the meat is more commonly cooked with electricity or gas. The gyro meat is seasoned with Mediterranean spices — typically salt, pepper, paprika, parsley and garlic. Oregano, cinnamon, coriander and more may be included as well. The meat is sliced in thin strips and often grilled lightly before serving. Creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce is used for more than just gyros in traditional Greek cuisine. It can be served with any grilled meat and is sometimes used as a dip. Most commonly, tzatziki is made from Greek yogurt and mixed with finely diced cucumbers, garlic

and olive oil. Americans often like to add lemon juice, parsley or mint to the sauce. The pita, which some Americans know as pocket bread, is served either on the side or wrapped around your gyro. This traditional bread has been a key part of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern diets for over 4,000 years. The pocket is formed when the dough is baked at high temperatures, causing the bread to puff up and the layers to split. When the bread cools, the pocket remains. When not served as part of a gyro, pita bread is used to scoop dips such as hummus or cut and baked into tasty chips. In Greece, the pita is stuffed with sweet or savory ingredients and served as a pastry. The gyro is typically served with a topping or side of sliced cucumber, fresh lettuce, tomato and onion. The fresh, cool flavors set off the rich, savory meat and the creamy tzatziki sauce.

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/// By Ryann Gordon If there's one thing that Oklahoma knows, that's college football. And there’s nothing that gets us more fired up than a game day. We celebrate every Saturday and Sunday of football season as if it’s a holiday. Aside from winning, of course, game day in Oklahoma can be characterized by one inherent goal — go big or go home. What other sports tradition lets us eat what we want, drink, and celebrate our favorite team’s impending victory (or defeat) before kickoff ? Simply arriving at the stadium to watch the game without some type of festivity just isn’t right, and it feels incomplete to not show your team spirit with friends and fellow tailgaters. Face it, tailgates and game day celebrations are right up there with the actual games themselves. We deck ourselves out in our team’s colors, prepare loads of our favorite party snacks and give ourselves any excuse to fill up the keg. Then we either take our seats in the stadium or gather around the screen and jump and yell as the ball moves from one possession to another.

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This is coming from a well-practiced game day aficionado: football season is upon us, and it’s time to get the party started. Whether you’re tailgating from Norman, Stillwater, Tulsa or your very own home, to throw the best pregame or watch party possible, you must be prepared. You must know the rules of the tailgate, the tips and tricks, dos and don’ts, what to have and how to prepare for aggressive game day fans.

/// Where & When /// Obviously the most important part of planning a game day celebration is choosing which day to celebrate. Nowadays, college football games run throughout the week but are still mainly Saturday affairs. The NFL gets Thursday, Sunday and Monday. So, pick which day your favorite team’s game is on and get ready to party. Host a watch party at your house or plan a day to travel either to downtown Tulsa, Stillwater or Norman where the truest forms of tailgating take place. Every school and city celebrates game days differently, but like in real estate … location, location, location. Whether you’re planning on setting up a tent, grills and the kegs outside of Memorial Stadium or Campus Corner in Norman, near the airplane lawn or Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, or Hurricane Alley in Tulsa, there are different places for each school where the majority of tailgates line up across lawns, parking lots and streets near their stadium. Be sure to register your tailgate with the school if you plan to make a trip for game day.

/// Food & Drinks /// Game day is vicious, and the crowd most certainly is as well. Drunken fans are not themselves when they’re hungry — and, boy, do they get hungry. So make sure to prepare enough food and drinks for however large your crowd may be. Food is by far the most important part of the party. And if you’re planning on visiting a stadium for the actual tailgating, you’re going to want to pack even extra for those college kids who tend to always vulture their way through the line of tents, snagging hotdogs and solo cups of beer along the way. So if you were planning on sticking with one keg, you may want to think again.

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Some of the best tailgate food would include hotdogs, burgers, tacos and basically anything you can prepare on the grill and eat with your hands. Parties at home, however, have no limit, and they can be an exciting outlet for you to go all-out with the finger foods and make some fun, themed treats. (Check out our Eats N’ Treats article on page 66 for some ideas.) Super Bowl-style snacks like bacon wrapped jalapeños, pigs in a blanket, sliders, queso, dips and more dips are some of our favorite foods to nibble on while watching a game that calls for little distraction. And to go even further, you can use football cutouts for sandwiches and cookies, and food coloring in foods like Rice Krispies Treats to match your team. Want to stand out from the competition? Take a look around at the next pregame, and list off what you see: steak, burgers, sausage and other fired-roasted meats. Break free from the pack by serving up pizza, and you’ll turn into a pregame legend.

/// Seating & Setup /// If you want to throw a truly festive tailgate, you must make sure to apply your team’s color theme to all aspects of the food and décor, and specifically deny anything that includes your oppositional team colors. Make red, orange or blue punch, depending on what team you’re going for, and use food coloring in some of the foods. Purchase plates, solo cups and napkins that are either decorated with your team’s logo or colors, and be sure to purchase plastic silverware and bowls if needed, to spare yourself a load of dishes afterward. The setup of your home or tailgate is crucial for how enjoyable the party will be, because you don’t want 20 people showing up to an event with less than 10 chairs available for sitting. Rent a large amount of fold out chairs and tables to ensure everyone has a place to sit and, if watching the game from home, can see the TV. And don’t forget to decorate the house as well. Go to a local party store and get either actual team decorations or streamers, balloons and more to decorate your home — the goal is to make fans of the opposing team feel as uncomfortable as possible. Have some fun with it and make funny signs to mess around with those outlier fans — like, “OSU fans, use the back door” — but do keep it playful so as to not upset any diehards.

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There has been something for everyone at the Tulsa State Fair, all the way back to the Tulsa County Free Fair of 1903 on the corner of Archer and Boston Avenue at a baseball park in downtown Tulsa. With over a million expected visitors this year, using the hashtag #11DaysOfAwesome to describe it is clearly an understatement. It wouldn’t be hard to argue that it takes 11 full days to see everything the fair has to offer. One of the organizers, Sarah Thompson with Expo Square, says this year is bigger than ever. “We’ve got unbelievable ground entertainment that comes included with the price of a general admission ticket. More than ever.” Humor us a moment and pretend you’ve got 11 days off work or school and you spend every day of it at the fair. Is that too farfetched? Nah. If after reading this you don’t take at least a day or two to stop and play at this year’s Tulsa State Fair, then we just feel sorry for you.

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THURSDAY (SEPT. 29)

FRIDAY (SEPT. 30)

SATURDAY (OCT. 1)

8 A.M.: The hardy, sure-footed, intelligent horses at the Welsh Pony and Cob show inside the Ford Truck Arena are refined and majestic, and you don’t have to go to Wales to see them. 10 A.M.: Spend the day on the Midway. Thrilling rides like the Starship can spin around until you’re absolutely sick. The Flitzer takes a boatload of people way up in the air and flips them completely upside down. The Swing Tower, as the name implies, gives its riders an amazing view of the fair by taking them up in the air and giving them a swing around a gigantic tower. 5 P.M.: Eat Gordini Pizza in the River Spirit Expo building and browse the hundreds of vendors in one of the largest clear span buildings in the world — truly an attraction itself. The building is an integral part of the fair every year, with over 350,000-square feet of column-free space to explore. 8 P.M.: Wrapping up the day by rockin’ with Old Dominion on the Oklahoma Stage will get you hooked on their catchy lyrics and sweet, hip modern country guitar riffs. It’s free anyway. And don’t worry, you don’t have to get up early tomorrow. Remember, it’s an 11-day staycation.

8 A.M.: Skedaddle off to the Open Dairy Cattle Show in the OK Ford Dealers Arena 2 and get your bovine fix. 10 A.M.: Slide down the Euro Slide to your heart’s content. Who can argue with a 50-foot slide? Try the classic Tilt-A-Whirl and be glad if you didn’t eat much for breakfast. 8 P.M.: The free concerts at the fair are awesome and a half. Every general admission ticket gets you extraordinary concerts every night on one of the three live music venues. Tonight it’s Brothers Osborne on the Oklahoma Stage, Barret Lewis Band in the International Beer Garden or Empire in the Bud Light Tailgate Tent. If you’re not into one, you can go to one of the others to see if you like them better.

9 A.M.: In the Super Duty Exhibit Hall, visit either the rabbit or pigeon shows. 10 A.M.: It’s Midway time again. Do the Bonzai, another twisty, up-and-down ride that jumbles your insides. Do it. You know you want to. Or get on the Yo Yo and be spun around, in and out, all from extremely high off the ground. NOON: At the Junior Breeding Sheep Show, see the brightest young farmers show their prize sheep. Those spiffed up sheep are so cute. 7 P.M.: The Purtiest Cow Show is full of laughter and lightheartedness. You get to see only the purty cows, not them ugly ones. 8 P.M.: Rush over to the Oklahoma Stage (after picking up some tasty chicken from the Rotisserie Roundup in the Expo building) to catch the hitmaking band American Authors, and you’ll have the best day of your life. That’s actually the name of their biggest hit.

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SUNDAY (OCT. 2)

9 A.M.: Out in front of the famous River Spirit Expo building, you’ll see the even more famous and iconic Golden Driller standing tall, welcoming you this morning. Inside, the Expo holds the fair’s hundreds of exhibitors and food vendors and concessions. It’s a whole day event, walking around, browsing some of the newest high-tech merchandise. Sunday is perfect for this, taking breaks when needed at Grill Stop or one of the other food court areas throughout the mammoth building. 6:30 P.M.: After a whole day in the Expo, you’ll want to sit and be completely entertained. Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment. You’ll see Lightning McQueen, Mater and the Disney Pixar’s Cars crew drift around the ice. Dive into underwater fun with Ariel from The Little Mermaid. Lasso the adventures of Buzz, Woody and the Toy Story group as they fight to get home. Experience Frozen with Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff and learn how true love comes from within. From infinity and beyond to racecars to icy adventures, cherished Disney fun will come to life before your very eyes. Tickets to the ice show are extra.

MONDAY (OCT. 3)

10 A.M.: Do the Midway with the children, the bumper cars or on the Century Wheel, the classics. Or the carousel, the Busy Bee or the Red Baron, which are slower and safer, perfect for the tiny ones. 5:30 P.M.: If you’ve ridden all you can ride, a horse-riding spectacular called the Ma’ Ceo Circus is another free show too mind-bogglingly good to miss. It shows three times daily. 8 P.M.: One of the biggest Christian bands with their inspiring hit, “I Can Only Imagine,” Mercy Me hits the Oklahoma Stage. You’ll regret not seeing this band.

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Monday (Oct. 3)

Friday (Oct. 7)

Mark Gibson International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Dave Richardson International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

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Brent Giddens Band Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Nicnos Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Old Dominion Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Friday (Sept. 30) Barret Lewis Band International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m. Empire Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m. Brothers Osborne Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Saturday (Oct. 1) MyRock International Beer Garden 5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Mercy Me Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

TheTom Basler Dueling Piano Show International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m. NeoRomantics Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Tuesday (Oct. 4)

Color Me Badd Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Jacob & Vashni International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Ashanti Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Life of the Party Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Saturday (Oct. 8)

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The Tom Basler Dueling Piano Show International Beer Garden

Wednesday (Oct. 5)

5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m. RocKFiscH Bud Light Tailgate Tent 5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

The Fabulous Two Man Band International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Wade Bowen Expo Square Pavilion 7 p.m.

Imzadi Bud Light Tailgate Tent 5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Robby V & The Smokin’ Section Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

American Authors Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Elle King Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Sunday (Oct. 2)

Thursday (Oct. 6)

Razznojazz & The Ferris Wheels International Beer Garden 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m.

The Fabulous Two Man Band International Beer Garden 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Tall Suns Bud Light Tailgate Tent 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m.

Hook Bud Light Tailgate Tent 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Dylan Whitney Band Oklahoma Stage 4 p.m.

Chris Janson Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Oak Ridge Boys Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Beatle Mania Oklahoma Stage 6 p.m.

Alter Bridge Oklahoma Stage 8 p.m.

Sunday (Oct. 9) Drive International Beer Garden 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. FuZed Band Bud Light Tailgate Tent 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m.

Performers and times are subject to change. All concerts are free with paid fair admission unless otherwise noted.

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TUESDAY (OCT. 4)

WEDNESDAY (OCT. 5)

THURSDAY (OCT. 6)

9 A.M.: The Petting Zoo in the Super Duty Exhibit Hall “gives parents time to relax while the children pet farm animals,” says Thompson. “It’s a great time for the whole family.” The enormous complex of barns — Expedition Barn, Oklahoma Ford Dealers Barn, Super Duty Barn, Ford Truck Arena, Mustang Arena houses a packed schedule of livestock shows and competitions. From beautiful Arabian horses to floppy-eared rabbits to dairy goats, the exhibits entertain children as well as parents.

9 A.M.: The Cattle Dog Trials in the Mustang Arena is a blast, watching the most experienced and talented cattle dogs this side of the Mississippi.

8 A.M.: It’s free 2016 Tulsa State Fair T-shirt day. The first 3,000 through the doors will get one shirt per person, while supplies last.

10 A.M.: This is the best day to take advantage of the new Midway Express Access pass that bumps you to the front of the line on all Midway rides. With it being the middle of the week, you may end up riding instantly every time.

9 A.M.: After you pick up your new shirt, sprint to the Midway and climb aboard Alpine Bob’s for the fastest mini-roller coaster around. Enjoy Pharaoh’s Fury, where you’re sure to feel a g-force or two.

10 A.M.: Another experience you won’t want your children to miss is the Just for Kids Adventure in Central Park Hall. Children participate in interactive activities of fun and learning, highlighting agriculture, science, art and more.

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8 P.M.: The concert a lot have waited for — Grammy nominated Elle King, the daughter of famed SNL actor/comedian Rob Schneider, will perform her song, “Ex’s & Oh’s,” and many more.

2 P.M.: Lasso yourself some PRCA team roping in the Mustang arena and prepare to be shocked at the precision and skill of these cowboys and cowgirls. 8 P.M.: The Oak Ridge Boys on the Oklahoma stage or The Fabulous Two Man Band sing-along and request show in the International Beer Garden at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. are sure to please.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY (OCT. 7-8)

These two days go together because Friday and Saturday bring you the PRCA Pro Rodeo and Concert Series. It’s Full of action-packed events and music, both nights including the grand entry, bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing and bull riding and the very fun calf scramble where children get out there and go after it. Music at the rodeo is nothing less than stellar with Dustin Lynch (with all his No. 1 hits) Friday and Wade Bowen (Texas country singer-songwriter) Saturday. These concerts cost extra but are absolutely worth the cost and get you into the fair as well. If the rodeo doesn’t do it for you, the Friday night concert of Color Me Badd and Ashanti will. Saturday night’s lineup isn’t shabby either with the Tom Bassler Dueling Piano show or Alter Bridge, a smooth, heavy rockin’ band comprised primarily of former Creed members.

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D5, E4 Ford Truck Corral ® D4 Made in Oklahoma C3, C6 4-H & FFA Exhibits C6 Birthing Center & Surgical Suite C6 Petting Zoo C6 SW Dairy Milking Parlor F4 Culinary Stage C7 Competitive Exhibits Entry Displays F5 AweSTEM Hands-On Activities F4 Butterfly House* F5 OK State Sugar Art Show (Oct. 1 & 2) F5 Fondant Sculptor Karen Portaleo (Oct. 3 – 8) F5 Ask A Master Gardener (Oct. 4 – 9)

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6 P.M.: Twist and shout at Beatle Mania Live, the last concert of the fair. Celebrate another memorable Tulsa State Fair experience with hits like “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Ticket to Ride” and many, many more.

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NOON: Hit the Midway one more time. Jump on the Crazy Mouse Roller Coaster that will make you think you’re in a lifesized game of Mouse Trap.

10 A.M.: Head to the Ford Truck Arena for a world-class 4-H Dog Show. Be astounded by the sheer obedience, tremendous agility and incomparable showmanship in these beautiful awardwinning canines.

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Autumn is upon us Oklahoma summer is relaxing her grip and fall is just around the corner. The children are back in school,

the leaves will begin to turn and pumpkin-spice everything will soon be on menu-boards everywhere you look. What in the world will you do with yourself now that we’re saying goodbye to summer? How about festivals, fairs and fall foliage?

TAKE AN ADVENTURE THROUGH OKLAHOMA AND DISCOVER FESTIVALS AND EVENTS THAT WILL SATISFY FALL CRAVINGS FOR PLUMP PUMPKINS, SPOOKY HAPPENINGS AND OLDFASHIONED FALL FUN. BY DONNA LEAHEY

nationally-renown artists. The festival includes a car show, a children’s area and vendor booths. Stick around for a vocal competition, junior showcase, dance exhibitions and an antique tractor pull.

Fall is fun time in Green Country, where you can find yourself exploring fabulous events and new fantastic finds every weekend. September is full of so many events, you might wish you had a clone so you can experience them all.

The Castle Zombie Run (Sept. 10) at the Castle of Muskogee twists across the grounds and features obstacles and hungry zombie hordes in pursuit. Fellow runners try to steal your “life flags,” but if you make it to the finish line with at least one left, you are awarded a survivor’s medal. Not only is it fun, but also the proceeds go to a local charity.

The must-not-be-missed Bluegrass & Chili Festival (Sept. 8-10) takes place at the Expo Center in Claremore. You can enjoy the best chili around, ranging from mild to five-alarm style, while tapping your toe to bluegrass from local, regional and

The Tulsa Greek Festival, Scotfest, Turkish Festival and ShalomFest take place in and around Tulsa this month. Whether you are celebrating your heritage or just want to enjoy the food, crafts and music, stop by and visit.

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You have to plan at least one weekend for the Tulsa State Fair (Sept. 29-Oct. 9) at Tulsa Expo Square. Tulsa’s largest annual event includes rides, games, free concerts, art, vendors, food and more. Held since 1935, the Tulsa State Fair has blossomed into an entertainment bonanza with free concerts daily across three stages, grounds entertainment, exhibitions and stage shows. Enjoy national, headlining entertainment as well as exhibit buildings filled to the brim with attractions and educational displays. The first full month of fall (officially beginning Sept. 22) is packed with spooky Halloween events. Tour ghost-infested cemeteries and more in Muskogee and Fort Gibson while enjoying a wicked good time on the Haunted History Trolley Tour. The Castle of Muskogee hosts the Haunted Castle Halloween Festival. Broken Arrow is home to the 13th Ward Haunted Attraction while a trip to Nowata will bring you the opportunity to explore the terrifying Asylum. And those are just the beginnings of the list of Halloween events all over Green Country. If you’re not into spooky and scary, there’s still plenty of fun stuff to check out in October. Head to Pawhuska with an appetite for your fill of fry bread and Indian Tacos at the National Indian Taco Championship (Oct. 1). In addition to the best Indian tacos, you’ll enjoy local music, demonstrations of Native American dance and plenty of vendor booths. Special children’s attractions make this a fun event for the family. If you’ve loved watching cake-decorating shows on TV, your opportunity to see elaborate, intricately decorated cakes in person is the Oklahoma State Sugar Art Show (Oct. 1-2). Celebrity presenters, award-winning cakes, edible art and more lead up to the Grand National Wedding Cake Competition. Whether you’re a cake decorator yourself seeking inspiration or just love seeing beautiful art on baked goods, this show is for you. Head to the Blue Dome district for the best mobile cuisine at the Eat Street Food Truck Festival (Oct. 15). Over 30 food trucks offer everything from kimchi fries to tamales. Live music will keep things

hopping, and there will be a farmers market and local art market on-site. Face painting and art activities make it fun for the children as well. Whether learning how to polka or competing in a rip-roaring beer keg race, the Tulsa Oktoberfest (Oct. 20-23) at River West Festival Park will have you kicking up your heels in celebration of all things Bavarian. Munch on treats such as bratwurst with sauerkraut or smoked turkey legs while enjoying live entertainment, an on-site German marketplace, beer pong competitions and wiener dog races. Grab a German beer, check out a dance troupe onstage or bring the children for a variety of carnival rides. Flip your calendar to November for even more festivals and events. Will Rogers Days (Nov. 3-6) in Claremore celebrates both the birthday of Oklahoma’s favorite son and the anniversary of the opening of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events include a parade, a children’s day at the museum and an antique car show. Cowboy up at the American Finals Rodeo at the Tulsa Fairgrounds from Nov. 4-6. The top 15 competitors in the country will compete in traditional rodeo events like bull riding, barrel racing and steer wrestling. While you’re there, check out the Western Trade Show as well. If you’re in the mood for a quieter, more relaxing weekend trip, consider taking a fall foliage drive or hike. Green Country’s foliage is typically at its peak at the end of October and beginning of November. Some of the best viewing experiences include the Skull Hollow Nature Trail at Lake Oologah, Osage Hills State Park, Highway 10 from Miami to Tahlequah and Highways 51 and 59 between Tahlequah and Sallisaw. If you’re looking for even more events and festivals, check out our Happenings section each month or visit TravelOK.com. The Oklahoma Tourism Department’s website is a great resource when you’re looking for something to do next weekend, next month or next year. Its search function lets you specify exactly what sort of event you’re looking for and what part of the state you want to visit.

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SC SPORTS CENTRAL What makes high school football so special goes well beyond the X’s and O’s. There is something different about high school football. It’s a time when the 100-degree two-a-day practices begin to fade, the leaves start to change colors and the first sign of hoodies and long sleeves begin to show up in the grandstands. It’s a crispness of autumn that you can smell in the air. September is heaven in high school stadiums. Thank goodness for Friday nights under the lights. But what makes high school football so special? Well, it goes well beyond the X’s and O’s. It reflects in the genuine love and passion that players, coaches and fans exhibit for the sport and for each other. Once athletes and coaches get beyond high school ball, the game becomes more of a business even on the college level. In high school, making it to the NFL is a pipe dream to most participants and far enough off to not impact the classrooms, weight rooms and fields where coaches and players prepare for Friday nights. It’s about school and community pride, playing alongside friends — many of whom have known each other since kindergarten. Players and coaches pour it all out on the field in an effort to prevail. Fans pack the stands to support and cheer on studentathletes they know and have relationships with. There is a genuine love and desire to see the team and players do well. And sometimes, the littlest guy still has a chance to get in the game and earn a few well-deserved cheers for all those hours of practice in the August heat. There really is nothing like it if you’re a football fan. It’s a feeling and a passion that sometimes is hard to articulate. So we opted to ask two of the top radio broadcasters from the Tulsa area — Rick Couri and Don King — to provide perspective. KRMG’s Couri has covered high school football since 1999 in Green Country including the Union games for the past three years, and this is what he had to say:

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THE BAND

I love high school bands. The Union and Jenks stands don’t empty at halftime the way most places do. They have incredible bands.

NO RECRUITING

The boys are out there playing because they want to be out there, or to get girls. They are truly out there because they are excited to be on the team. It’s a different motivation than college players who can sometimes be out there not for their team, but to try to make it to the NFL or to push their own agenda over the university’s.

PARENTS

Sometimes you want to throttle them — they can be the best and they can be the worst. But they just care so much about the kids. The way they put together special events, feeding the kids and following them around to show their support. And the kids love it. When I was in school, it was embarrassing to have the parents around. Now there’s no stigma.

COACHES

Some are only doing this to get to the college coaching level but then you run into the ones who are lifelong motivators like the J.V. Haneys of the world. Look at Allan Trimble (Jenks) and how many lives he has touched. He has an unbelievable work ethic and he teaches the kids how not to lose, not only in football, but also in life.

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I get there as a broadcaster at 3 p.m. for a 7 p.m. game, just to drink it all in. And then watching it all come together is like timelapse photography in my head. It’s a beautiful thing. The band arrives, the dance team, moms are cooking under the grandstand, you have a Pee Wee team warming up and are thrilled just to be playing at halftime on the same field as the Union Redskins, then the visiting team bus arrives. It gets you excited, you want to get out there and play yourself. It is pure fun. Don King has provided play-by-play for Jenks High School football since 2003 and has covered high school football since his days in Ponca City back in 1976.

PURITY OF THE PREP LEVEL

I’ve just found high school is my niche. The kids are out there playing for the school and their families, not what they’re going to get down the road. That makes it so interesting. If you talk to the kids, they can tell you the names of the players from six years ago because that’s who they watched, growing up. Think about the kids playing now — they have never seen anyone but Jenks or Union win the state championship.

GROWING UP

Watching them mature from the time they are 15 years old to the time when they are seniors is great. Jenks’ starting quarterback sometimes isn’t even old enough to drive himself to practice. To watch those kids develop from wobbly-kneed sophomores to strong seniors is amazing for me.

THE BLESSING OF THE JENKS-UNION RIVALRY

It’s just amazing the expectations of those two programs. They have that attitude that they are going to make it to the finals every year and it’s a disappointment when the two are not in the state championship game against each other. It’s an era that will never be duplicated. When they drew 40,000 to Chapman Stadium on the TU campus for the state championship game, it was like when TU played OU there.

THE UNEXPECTED

Seeing kids going from their junior year when no one is recruiting them and then they gain a few pounds and confidence and all of a sudden they get a scholarship to play at OU or OSU and may start their freshman year.

THE FAN BASE

I’ve enjoyed getting to know everyone from cheerleaders and pom squad to parents and students. When I was doing the games in Ponca City in 1976, one of the 17-year-old cheerleaders was Cathy Gibbons. I had made a comment, a disparaging one about a player, and she heard about it and marched up to the press box and chewed me out for talking bad about her boyfriend (Tom Randall). Then in 1983, I’m at a church in Tulsa and she and her husband, Darren Laptad, are in there. Her children all grew up in Jenks and son, Jake, was an all-state player, played at the University of Kansas three years under Mark Mangino, and went to the Orange Bowl. That kind of stuff is crazy.

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Oklahoma State Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys

Home games are played at ONEOK Field (Tulsa)

Home games are played at Boone Pickens Stadium (Stillwater)

Home games are played at AT&T Stadium (Arlington,Texas)

Tulsa Hurricane Home games are played at H.A. Chapman Stadium (Tulsa)

* Cotton Bowl Stadium (Dallas, Texas)

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Adair Warriors (2A-7)

Bristow Purple Pirates (4A-2)

Chouteau Wildcats (2A-7)

Commerce Tigers (2A-8)

Bartlesville Bruins (6A-II-1)

Claremore Christian Warriors (Independent)

Coweta Tigers (5A-4)

Beggs Demons (3A-6)

Caney Valley Trojans (2A-8)

Berryhill Chiefs (3A-5)

Cascia Hall Commandos (4A-3)

Bishop Kelley Comets (5A-3)

Catoosa Indians (4A-3)

Bixby Spartans (6A-II-1)

Checotah Wildcats (3A-6)

Booker T. Washington Hornets (6A-II-1)

Chelsea Green Dragons (2A-8)

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Fort Gibson Tigers (4A-4)

Holland Hall Dutch (Independent)

Lincoln Christian Bulldogs (3A-5)

Morris Eagles (3A-6)

Glenpool Warriors (4A-2)

Hulbert Riders (2A-7)

Locust Grove Pirates (3A-7)

Muldrow Bulldogs (4A-4)

Grove Ridgerunners (5A-4)

Inola Longhorns (3A-7)

Mannford Pirates (3A-1)

Muskogee Roughers (6A-II-1)

Haskell Haymakers (2A-7)

Jay Bulldogs (3A-7)

McAlester Buffaloes (5A-3)

Hale Rangers (5A-3)

Jenks Trojans (6A-I-1)

McLain Titans (4A-3)

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Panama Razorbacks (2A-6)

Roland Rangers (3A-8)

Stilwell Indians (4A-4)

Victory Christian Conquerors (3A-6)

Stroud Tigers (2A-5)

Vinita Hornets (Class 4A-3)

Tahlequah Tigers (5A-4)

Wagoner Bulldogs (4A-3)

Sept. 2 | @ Fort Gibson | 7p Sept. 9 | vs Glenpool | 7p Sept. 16 | vs Sallisaw | 7p Sept. 23 | @ Skiatook | 7p Sept. 30 | vs Collinsville | 7p Oct. 7 | @ Pryor | 7p Oct. 14 | vs Claremore | 7p Oct. 20 || @ Hale | 7p Oct. 27 | @ Memorial | 7p Nov. 4 | vs Bishop Kelley | 7p

Tahlequah Sequoyah Indians (3A-7)

Webster Warriors (3A-5)

Union Redskins (6A-I-2)

Westville Yellowjackets (3A-7)

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SS SPREE & STYLE

WHO’S GOT SPIRIT? YES, WE DO. AND SINCE NOT EVERYONE WANTS TO SPORT A JERSEY (OR BODY PAINT) AT A FOOTBALL GAME, WE’VE COME TO THE RESCUE WITH OUTFIT IDEAS THAT ARE JUST SPORTY ENOUGH TO MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE PART OF THE TEAM. BY RYANN GORDON

SPIRIT OF INSPIRATION Football season is upon us, meaning it’s time to break out game day gear that makes this season so, well, fashionable. We’re talking cowboy boots, face stickers of your school and team, and, of course, crimson and cream (or blue or orange and black, whatever you prefer). But no matter what team you root for during the season, your real loyalty lies with your sense of style.

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Whether you’re a Sooner, Cowboy or Hurricane follower, a fan of college or professional ball, or just looking for a good time and an excuse to rock those new $300 cowboy boots you got from Drysdales Western Wear, game day is your opportunity to go all in for your team and (don’t deny it) your Instagram post. Just don’t be caught dead in a rust colored top that could be confused between red and orange in Oklahoma — you might lose a few followers for that one.

Football season is one of the most exciting times of the year for men and women, both because of the sport and the ritual of game days. We all love to get decked out for our favorite team, but not all of us want to rock body paint and foam fingers or sport our Baker Mayfield jersey every Saturday. Luckily we have a lot of options, from extreme, head-to-toe decorations to touches of your team’s color paired with a trendy ensemble that will be turning heads.

SPREE & STYLE SS The most important part of dressing for game day begins with the color, and here in Oklahoma we only know three — red (or crimson), orange and blue. So whichever team you’re rooting for, pick the color that will be the theme of your ensemble and rock a staple piece, which you can find loads of at Bedlam Sports in Tulsa. One popular look is the game day dress, which typically has a logo for the school on the front. Rather than blowing $50 on a dress though, another idea is to buy an XL T-shirt for your school and take it to a tailor to be fitted into a dress. Purchase some lace edging from Hobby Lobby for them to sew on the bottom and customize your dress with a style of your own choice. We learned game day fashion from college campuses, where boutiques are filled with stylish apparel matching their school’s color and logo, and Saturdays are literally swarming with style. Looks that vary from classic and cute to edgy and modern, dainty and pretty, trendy and cool, and always undeniably chic, will be filling the streets of college campuses, football stadiums, tailgates and watch parties across the nation. We, however, are determined to make Oklahoma the most fashionable of all the football loving states … and we’ve got all the outfit tips and game day tricks to ensure you have the most stylish, functional and appropriate looks for each and every game of the season.

Don’t limit yourself to traditional game day attire, though. Your shirt doesn’t have to say your school name in bold letters to be considered fit for game day, and it doesn’t necessarily have to be your chosen color. Wear colored jeans or shorts with a simple top, or go vice versa with a crop top that matches your team’s colors along with a flowy, white skirt.

You can also use your color theme simply for accessorizing, wearing red jewelry, orange scarf or a blue purse, and pair it with your team’s other matching color — gold for TU, white or off-white for OU and black for OSU. Rather than rocking a full-on color-themed outfit, a simpler look would be to wear a plain, neutral colored dress with a blue bandeau underneath or an orange hat; lucky for us OU folk, red goes with, and on, just about anything. Go with a red purse, bandana around the head or neck and, of course, the fan favorite, red lipstick.

To top off your game day attire, cowboy boots are a must. No matter the school or team, there’s just something about football that reminds us Southerners of our roots in boots … or maybe it’s just because cowboy boots seem to match everything, especially reds and oranges. And we love an opportunity to show off those decorated cowboy boots that most of us Oklahomans have at least one pair of (or several) in our closets. Stick to fine tan ones embellished with white flowers; short, black pointed toe cowboy boots; tall and dark with detailed leather; and slouchy and square-toed vintage boots, so worn they could have trekked the Old South themselves.

Aside from the staples, game day is an opportunity to go all-out with looks not necessarily acceptable for a normal day or night out. Flash tattoos and other school or team-themed tats are fun ways to accessorize and be a little different for the day. Decorate around your eyes with gold tattoos that make you look like a gypsy; spray your hair with streaks of your team’s colors or do sparkles across your part like a fairy. Wear your hair festival-style in braids or buns and stay looking fresh even at the hottest football games. Then throw on your flashiest sunglasses and get ready to do what we do best on game days — #winning.

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WHETHER IT’S JUST GOING ON A WALK, JOG, HIKE OR EXPLORING SOMEWHERE NEW, THE DIGITAL AUGMENTED REALITY GAMING TREND SPEARHEADED BY POKÉMON GO COULD BE SOMETHING YOU’LL WANT TO FALL INTO AND USE TO YOUR EXERCISE ADVANTAGE.

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worldwide craze, shattering Apple App Store download records and doubling Nintendo’s value in less than a two-week time period. We’ve seen people knee deep in the augmented reality on their phones chasing down Pokémon in parks and streets near home, all the way to videos of mass crowds of people running for rare Pokémon in parts of Japan and Australia. And most of us

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have been there ourselves, roaming the neighborhood on the hunt for the rare Pikachu or illusive Dratini, taking longer routes for PokéStops along the way. Unlike any other game we’ve seen come out, Pokémon Go has inspired the youth, and many young and even middle-age adults to get up and go “catch ‘em all.” And despite the number of criticisms that the game has gotten — people getting

lost or hurt by cars or other dangers they run into along the way — there is a seriously impressive level of potential for healthy activity in the technology behind this game. In less than three days, we saw our society morph from couch potatoes and into an excited, youthful and active group of people, ready to explore the world on foot. Synced

with Google Earth and Google Maps, the game’s fictional reality has replicated actual streets and highlighted parks and landmarks as PokéStops for refueling, gyms and hotspots for rare Pokémon. And not only this, but the game’s location sensor discourages users from playing while driving and promotes more walking in order to hatch one’s eggs (Poké-talk, sorry).

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There are a number of video games that can be used for working out. Games like Dance Central, Zombies! Run, and activities on Wii Fit buck the stereotype of gaming from the couch or computer and provide entertainment and fitness in an engaging and encouraging way. Although these games are geared toward people who want a workout, Pokémon Go could similarly fall into a fitness category. Wandering around a map catching Pokémon requires a lot of energy, especially when the Pokémon are spaced few and far between.

you want to fall into … and you can use it to your advantage. Just be sure to use caution at all times when playing Pokémon Go. Watch where you’re walking and, most importantly, never play while driving. Play safely and, if you play strategically enough, gain experience and muscle along the way.

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Seeing the phenomenon that Pokémon Go has erupted predicts a rise in games of this medium, drawing on a new age of digital gaming that could perhaps be the best thing to happen to video games since the emergence of the first mobile Nintendo Game Boy device. Rather than playing games that limit you to the TV and couch, augmented reality requires that you get up and go.

You could use an excuse to get out of the house, and Pokémon Go can literally not be played from inside (except for the occasional Rattata who might sneak up on you in the bathroom). Try to seek out real-life landmarks, digital lures and Pokémon footprints in the game world. Heck, just get out and explore your city on foot. From rare finds at the Tulsa Zoo, Magikarp and Psyducks at Swan Lake and an alleged Snorlax napping in LaFortune Park, to Cherry Street and Guthrie Green downtown, which are said to be swarming with Poliwags, explore both the Poké-world and our own, and get in some physical activity while you’re at it.

Whether it’s just going on a walk— something many of us don’t think of anymore—or using the game as an excuse to go on a jog, hike or explore somewhere new, this is a fad

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simultaneously attempting to “catch ‘em all” along the way. Most of us already carry our phones with us to listen to music when we go for a run, so why not pick up some Pokémon along the way? Running while using your phone adds a level of difficulty on its own, and you can utilize the Pokémon you come across and gyms you pass as a momentary stopping point to take a break; then you’ll have extra energy to sprint to the next set of footprints you see. Add fitness to your gaming routine, and what more could you ask for?

ROLLING Enhance the speed at which you find nearby Pokémon by switching from foot to wheels — not car, I repeat, NOT car wheels. Hop on a bike, skates, skateboard or longboard and make better time getting to sought-after sightings on your map, not to mention the workout you’ll get along the way. Sweat it out like a true Poké-master as you fly between gyms you’ve taken over and PokéStops, stopping only to catch every Pidgey, Venonat and any other Pokémon who dare enter your path. Just be sure to use caution and stick to less populated areas, because using more than a single device at once can be highly distracting.

HIKING Aside from intercity landmarks, more secluded regions are also said to be the resting grounds for many rare Pokémon. As in the real world, less-populated, wildlife-rich areas tend to boast a variety of catches uncommon for the city, giving you all the more reason to lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails. Many of Tulsa’s hiking regions (Turkey Mountain, Oxley Nature Center, River Parks and more) have been known to be crawling with Pokémon; you’ll also rack up kilometers you’ve walked for hatching eggs along the way. And now, local animal shelters like the City of Tulsa Animal Welfare Shelter are asking people to volunteer to walk dogs on their Pokémon Go adventures. Be sure to check that it’s not too hot outside and ensure that any dog you volunteer to walk is healthy enough to hike minimal difficulty trails.

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ET EATS N’ TREATS The smell of fall is in the air, which means it’s finally that time again: football season. And besides the adrenaline-pumping joy of finally getting to watch your favorite pro and college teams hash it out on the gridiron, football season can mean only one thing: snacks. There’s just about nothing on this planet more satisfying than a room full of your friends cracking open beers and screaming at the television together, with some nearby table covered in sweet, salty, lip smackingly good grub. A football party without snacks is like yin without yang — they need each other to be complete. So call up some of your best buddies and celebrate the pigskin with the following three game day honoring recipes:

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Sliders go with game days like peanut butter goes with jelly, and this recipe is so easy. The chicken will spend 4-7 hours slow cooking in a crockpot, giving you time to do two things at once (you know, just in case you need time to stuff some junk in the closets before guests arrive).

Nothing takes care of the stress-crunching football munchies like a good sweet and salty mix. You might as well pre-make some recipe cards to hand out at the party, as your guests will be raving to know what makes it so delicious.

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MAGIC BEAN DIP You may think you’ve had great bean dip in the past, but if it wasn’t Magic Bean Dip then you’ve never properly snacked. Chips and dip are the Mecca of football snacking, so utilize this recipe as your back pocket ace to wow party guests.

Ingredients: 3 0 oz. can of refried beans 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 6 oz. sour cream 1 packet enchilada or taco seasoning T abasco (to taste) S hredded cheddar cheese or Mexican Blend DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir all ingredients together except for the cheese into a large bowl. Pour into baking pan and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over the top. Return to oven and bake for 15 more minutes. Serve with salty chips of choice.

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DIRECTIONS: I n a crockpot, add chicken breasts and top with ½ cup wing sauce and onions. Cook on low 6-7 hours or high for 4-5 hours. R emove chicken from crockpot and shred using two forks. Reserve ¼ cup of liquid remaining in crockpot and discard the rest. Place shredded chicken back into crockpot bowl, add ¼ cup reserved liquid and ½ cup wing sauce (more if you desire an extra kick). Stir to coat chicken. A llow guests to make their own sliders from the crockpot or pre-make them and let guests top the sandwiches with bleu cheese crumbles or ranch dressing. Note: This recipe makes 12 sliders. Double up on the recipe if more are desired.

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1 0.5 oz. bag Fritos corn chips 2 cups Rice Chex cereal 2 cups mini pretzel twists 1 ½ cups peanuts or mixed nuts 1 cup brown sugar ½ cup unsalted butter (one stick) ½ cup light corn syrup 1 cup mini M&Ms C hunky sea salt ( to taste, if desired) DIRECTIONS: I n a large bowl, combine Fritos, Chex, pretzels, and nuts (not M&M’s). I n a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with brown sugar and syrup, stirring to help it along. Bring sugar mixture to a boil and boil for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. P our the sugar mixture over the top of the Fritos mixture and toss to coat (Note: work fast on this step! Sugar mixture is extremely sticky and clumps quickly as it cools). P lace into a large roasting pan (or aluminum pan for easy clean up) and bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes. R emove from heat and stir mixture around. Bake for 8 more minutes. W hen finished baking, quickly pour mixture from roasting pan onto a parchment lined countertop to cool (the mixture will quickly stick to the roasting pan if not removed right away). B reak chunks into smaller pieces, sprinkle with M&M’s for color, and serve in a bowl.

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Let’s greet the day with style, indulging in, yes, pancakes and sausage, but also lobster benedict, Cajun‑spiced chicken tenders and a “hot mess.” Here, we present the ultimate, syrup-soaked guide to 31 spots that will make you happy to set the alarm and where it’s acceptable to hit the bottle before noon.

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It’s the weekend. You’re probably sleeping in late, driving the kiddos to sports meets, or gearing up for church. You grab a cup of coffee and a breakfast bar to tide you over, but at some point, you need some serious sustenance. Friends, that’s what brunch is for!

This fun, funky café/bakery specializes in that perfect combination of breakfast and lunch because that’s all they do. Sausage rolls, scones, sticky buns, turnovers — baked while you were sleeping — are all popped-out-ofthe-oven fresh and waiting for you to get out of bed to eat them. Whether you’re coming from an all-nighter or enjoying an early morning, Blue Moon’s atmosphere alone will keep you awake and make it worth the visit, not to mention a good cup of coffee.

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Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary defines brunch as “a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch.” That means it’s the best of both worlds — bacon, eggs, pancakes, mimosas, bloody marys, fresh fruit, spring green salads, stacked sandwiches, wraps and a whole host of specialties you can’t get at other times of the

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Green Country has a plentiful supply of restaurants that offer brunch specials. To help you pick a destination to try out, we’re sharing our favorite places to eat up.

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First of all, a brunch with Southwest flair is hard to say no to. The Southwest Quiche, Queso Blanco or the Huevos Del Consortium will take you into a perfect weekend afternoon. They have eight fantastic Morning Glory drinks to choose from, including the classic mimosa, bloody mary, sangria, and what they call a Mango Margarita—a combination of tequila, vodka and papaya juice. Lastly, coffee, either decaf or regular, will turn your morning-after gray skies blue.

This bastion of comfort food done right in the heart of downtown is perfect after a night of … well, let’s just say fun. Have some hot coffee and enjoy a variety of classic brunch selections served up with Tulsa flair. Among them: the chicken-fried steak and eggs, the rib-eye steak and eggs, a grilled cheese and fried eggs sandwich that melts in your mouth, and the “Hot Mess” — a fresh biscuit topped with cheese fries, eggs and chickenfried steak — the perfect meal for after you’ve been a hot mess.

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Claret Café

3302 W. KENOSHA | BROKEN ARROW

Try the Spanish Triple Threat or the BA Omelette with sausage, onions and breakfast potatoes and cream gravy or an awesome array of Green Country’s best crepes, the Chocolate Strawberry, Blood Orange or Santa Fe Crepes. You could go with the classic Belgian waffle or the blueberry and pecan stuffed pancake; both will completely fill you up. If you need gluten-free options, ask your server for Claret’s specialty menu. With a nearly full day period to order brunch, Claret is the perfect place for those late, late, late risers.

Fassler Hall

304 S. ELGIN | TULSA

You go to Fassler Hall for beer, sausage and rockin’ live music. Heck, you were there a few short hours ago. Now you’re back and need something resembling the start of a new day, even if it’s almost noon. Fassler Hall has a brunch menu, oh yes, they do. Breakfast tacos (chorizo, bacon or veggie); spicy chicken, bacon or sausage biscuits; and waffle plates (chicken and waffles, maple bacon or Belgian waffles) all provide that morning fix you need to get going again.

Fat Daddy’s Pub and Grille 8056 S. MEMORIAL | TULSA

Fat Daddy’s may be known for having excellent game time food, beer and activities, but on the weekends they also rock a more than ample brunch menu. From Fat Daddy’s biscuits, gravy and eggs with awesome hash browns to their completely stuffed breakfast burritos, you’ll be back in the game in no time. The surprisingly scrumptious steak and egg breakfast will help you recover from the previous night’s big game loss or whatever other kind of blues you may be trying to recover from.

Hey Mambo

114 N. BOSTON | TULSA

Hey Mambo is always a strong choice for dining out downtown, whether for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. The restaurant — somewhat of a secret gem in the brunch business — churns out some of the best pizza and Italian food in the Brady District, but also crushes it Sunday mornings. You can’t go wrong with staples like eggs, sausage, French toast and omelets, as well as composed dishes like Farmers Pie (pesto cream, spinach, pepper bacon, sliced prosciutto, roma tomatoes, feta and three eggs) and Eggs Benicio (served over English muffins with capicola, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce drizzle on top). The midmorning menu also reflects the fresh robust flavor and delightful preparation of old-world cuisine with spaghetti con polpette, fettuccine Alfredo, asiago tortellini and ravioli all’arrabbiata.

Hop Bunz

3330 S. PEORIA | TULSA

With a build-your-own omelet and bloody mary bar, Hop Bunz isn’t your average burger joint. Their popular brunch allows diners to enjoy a wide variety of meals, making it a good location for meeting with the gals or guys. Favorites include their cheese grits with blackened shrimp and creole sauce, their “manmosas” (double-sized mimosas), $3 brunch tacos, chicken and cheddar-infused waffles, and if you must, the healthy yogurt parfait. Children’s meals and, of course, a brunch burger are also available.

Kilkenny’s Irish Pub 1413 E. 15TH | TULSA

“It is good to be hungry when you have something to eat.” So the Irish say. Capture the brunch of the Irish at Kilkenny’s, where you’ll get the Breakfast Boxty (hollandaise smothered potato pancakes stuffed with bangers and rashers, which are Irish sausages and bacon). Or opt for another hollandaise covered dish, the Craique Omelette, with yummy shrimp, lobster and crab bits that will start your weekend morning off just the right way. Sausage infused Belgian waffles are also a specialty unique to this Irish pub.

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New Atlas Grill

415 S. BOSTON | TULSA

Inside the historic Atlas Life Building, this brunch hot spot serves some of the best morning potatoes — skilletstyle potato wedges topped with tasty fried onions and jalapenos. Enjoy one of their many flavorful omelets, breakfast sandwiches or burritos, and you’ll be making at least one weekend choice you won’t regret. For instance, the Spanish omelet will kick-start any stubborn weekend morning with chorizo sausage, pepper jack and jalapenos, all covered in a zippy salsa verde.

Savoy Restaurant

6033 S. SHERIDAN | TULSA

Closing in on 100 years in business, the Savoy serves up from-scratch comfort food you’ll go off your diet for. Their recipes are carefully crafted, and all 100 items on their menu are homemade, including the tasty chorizo sausage in their omelets. Get there early, because the freshly baked cinnamon rolls, éclairs and cream puffs sell out fast. And have the coffee — it comes from Tulsa’s DoubleShot Coffee, ground and brewed fresh, yielding some of the best bean juice in town.

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Palace Café

1301 E. 15TH ST. | TULSA

Elegant and intimate, the Palace Cafe takes its inspiration from Creole-style cooking. Fans love its consistently good meals and intriguing cocktails. Their brunch menu features several delightful breakfast favorites like omelets made with locally sourced vegetables, migas made with local Fisher Farm eggs, housemade focaccia and sausage, thick-cut bacon, fresh salsa, a healthy kale salad and even fresh-fried beignets with caramel sauce. You’ll feel like you’re in New Orleans.

SMOKE. on Cherry Street 1542 E. 15TH | TULSA

Known for its steak dinners and a hermetically sealed cigar bar, SMOKE. may surprise you with its superb brunch offerings. Where better to get bacon, andouille sausage and smoked brisket to rock your eggs? Their pulled pork and cornbread waffle is not just unique; it’s a must-try. Opt in to the crab cakes and fried green tomatoes, sample the smoked salmon omelet, or go traditional with thick-cut bacon and eggs or biscuits and gravy. Yes, please.

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3523 S. PEORIA | TULSA

Make a day of brunching it up and shopping the vibrant Brookside district with a stop at Sonoma. Their sidewalk seating provides a casually elegant way to people watch. Fans of Southern cooking should try the excellently seasoned shrimp and grits. The breakfast wrap is hearty and satisfying. The breakfast wrap consists of jalapeno hash, black beans, Spanish rice, chorizo, eggs and cheddar on a bed of chopped iceberg topped with ranchero and crème fraiche. If steak is your thing, grab the 8-ounce rib-eye with jalapeno succotash, two eggs and scratch biscuits and gravy. Pair your meal with a fresh mimosa or bloody mary, and then go for a walk along Peoria to work off those calories you just consumed. It’s a great way to kick off your weekend mornings.

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Located inside Mathis Brothers, Sponzs is not your run-of-the-mill breakfast spot. Their cafe-deli is upbeat and modern with blue note and modern jazz artists posted throughout the restaurant. Even better is the smell of fresh waffles and smoked bacon from the breakfast-all-day menu. Customer favorites include the garlic chicken and waffles with vanilla bean honey butter and bourbon pecan syrup; the Bill’s Le Gourmet burger with smoked Gouda, bacon and an over easy egg with caramelized onions; and the flat bread pizza Sinatra with Italian meatballs on roasted garlic tomato sauce with mozzarella and asiago cheese.

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Waterfront Grill invites you to enjoy brunch in style. This hot spot on the Arkansas River offers patio and indoor seating that takes advantage of the fantastic view. Their Sunday brunch offers all the traditional breakfast dishes — omelets, pancakes, waffles, corned beef hash, steak and eggs and biscuits and gravy. But if you like to customize your meals, Waterfront lets you build your own omelet, and they have a build your own bloody mary bar. Fun for the whole family!

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A beautiful location, high-class service and an exquisitely designed menu combine to make The Wild Fork a dining destination. It’s a great place to cherish time with that special someone. The brunch menu is stellar and includes the following: a variety of frittatas served with homemade biscuits; pork medallions with cheese grits, Creole brown gravy and eggs; a BLT with applewood smoked bacon and chipotle aioli; and a slow cooked pot roast (available at 11 a.m. because it’s made fresh that day). The food and ambiance will make your day memorable.

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"Upscale, Down Home Cooking" The most unique Tulsa downtown restaurant!

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At SMOKE. on Cherry Street, the beef is big and boldly satisfying, the side dishes are hearty and flavored powerfully, and the signature Erik Reynolds dishes on the menu are simultaneously rustic and refined. ~ by Michele Chiappetta photos by Marc Rains Looking for tasty, creative dishes prepared on a wood-fire grill and served by a waitstaff dedicated to excellence? Since launching in December 2010, SMOKE. on Cherry Street has literally put a period on the statement of where to go for delicious dining. It’s a restaurant so dedicated to serving up the best in grilled meats and all things smoky and wonderful, you will finding yourself wishing you could eat there every day.

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Precision cooking, wood-fire grill magic, elegantly laid-back ambiance and stellar service all combine to make you feel like you’ve been on a mini-vacation during meal time at SMOKE. on Cherry Street.

Among the many ways that SMOKE. stands out in the midst of Tulsa’s vibrant restaurant scene is its executive chef, Erik Reynolds, whose passion for cooking is rooted in family. As a boy, Reynolds would visit his grandparents in New England during the summers, where he watched his grandmother create inventive meals to make a young man’s mind follow flights of fancy. It’s hard to imagine anyone turning down a chance to master the kitchen with a grandmother who served up “cannibal sandwiches” — beef tartar on white bread with sweet butter and black pepper.

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As an adult, Reynolds earned a degree in restaurant management, then studied under renowned Sicilian chef Vincent Giglia before moving on to 20 years of managing kitchens of his own in Texas, Colorado, and other locales throughout the western United States. What he brings to SMOKE. on Cherry Street is a love for elevated comfort foods, mixed with a commitment to sharing the best in fresh, local ingredients. SMOKE.’s menu is an experience unto itself, and to get a sense of it, you really have to eat there. And do it often, because the menu evolves from season to season, says Reynolds. “We change our menu seasonally by doing a spring/summer menu and a fall/winter menu, leaning toward a Southern comfort feel with elevated preparations and presentations.” Seasonal menu choices abound at SMOKE., including specialties like the duck comfit, served with white beans, shaved Brussels sprouts, smoked pork belly and blueberry gastrique; the superb cornmeal fried catfish with pimento cheese grits; and lamb bolognaise served over pasta with Parmesan cheese.

with herb-chicken jus, to more inventive creations like pickle brined pork biscuit, barbecued quail or the cauliflower steak for the vegetarian-minded. They also offer a variety of salads, sandwiches and appetizers that will satisfy the choosiest of palates and wallets, including a $9 blue plate lunch special that regulars cannot get enough of. And don’t neglect their drinks menu, featuring classics like the Old Fashioned with Maker’s Mark, as well as unique in-house cocktails such as the Gloria (pineapple and vanilla bean infused vodka, simple syrup, lemon and champagne). The dishes are all made from scratch in Reynolds’ kitchen. “SMOKE. makes everything in-house, from our bacon to our ketchup,” he says. “We try and buy local when it is possible, buying produce from some local farms and producers — Tria Yang Farm, Eden Veggies, Fisher Eggs, and Urban Greens, to name a few.” Their popular brunch on weekends (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) is a wonder of Southern comfort dishes, including crab cakes with fried green tomatoes, or “biscuits and gravy that just may change your life,” as Reynolds puts it. Another way that SMOKE. stands out is the hermetically sealed cigar lounge located at the back of the restaurant. Diners can eat in a smoke-free environment, while cigar aficionados can go to the lounge where a large humidor with a selection of about 25 fine cigars awaits them. “The cigar lounge has a separate ventilation system that recirculates fresh air every eight minutes,” explains Reynolds. “It is a great room to enjoy an after-dinner drink and cigar, or just to hang out and have appetizers and a cocktail.”

Even SMOKE.’s choice of wood is carefully crafted to provide customers with an excellent selection of meats and seafood, seared over the grill and infused with smoky flavor. “We cook all of our proteins over a live wood-fired grill using oak or pecan wood,” Reynolds explains. Their steak specialties, all favorites of customers, include an 8-ounce beef tenderloin, an 18-ounce rib-eye and 16-ounce New York strip, all served alongside smoked garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and homemade sauces designed to make the mouth water.

The restaurant is also committed to being an active participant in the local community, a fact that Reynolds is proud to talk about.

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“SMOKE. attends and supports many charities, local and national, throughout the year,” he says. Their current project is Hopes Crossing Camp, which provides weeklong day camps for children with physical and mental challenges. “We are currently partnering with Hopes Crossing Camp from July to December and donating a portion of our popular Butchers Block sales to the camp,” Reynolds says. From January to June 2017, the restaurant will do similar fundraising for Hearts of Steel, which helps local families with children born with congenital heart defects. “We are very committed to giving back to the community that has given us so much,” says Reynolds.

LOCATOR SMOKE. ON CHERRY STREET 1542 E. 15th St. | Tulsa 918-949-4440 smokewoodfiregrill.com

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Currently, SMOKE. is undergoing a complete remodel of the restaurant and lounge, to be completed by the end of September. The space will feature all-new lighting, booths, tables and chairs, says Reynolds, and the cigar lounge will have an all new design featuring over-sized leather lounge seating.

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It all began a little over five years ago, when a clever entrepreneur stood along the northwest side of the Jenks bridge and thought, “right over there would be a great place to put a restaurant.” And with that simple thought, the Waterfront Grill was born. Situated on the southwest bank of the Arkansas River and featuring some of the best waterside views in south Tulsa, the Waterfront Grill has been a favorite local restaurant since it opened in the spring of 2011, receiving almost immediate critical acclaim. The Blacketer family, who also brought Tulsa Los Cabos Mexican Grill and Cantina, created the Waterfront Grill as a way to not only capitalize on a fantastic view, but also to bring to life a sleek, inviting restaurant featuring a diverse, delicious menu. This local take on “upscale casual dining” manages to create an atmosphere that’s appealing to a broad range of diners. General manager Jack Scattergood, who has been with the restaurant for almost two years, has seen this broad appeal in action. “We had a birthday party for a dog out on the terrace once,” he remarks casually. More often, however, Scattergood says that the Waterfront Grill is a favorite location for business lunches and dinners, prom-goers, Jenks football fans needing a bite after a game and even Jenks Aquarium visitors.

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Scattergood attributes this broad appeal to the restaurant’s diverse menu. With everything from home-cooking classics like meatloaf and chicken-fried steak, to fresh sushi, and everything in between, everyone in your dining party is sure to find a favorite.

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The Waterfront Grill makes as many items as possible from scratch, to ensure freshness and quality. The seafood is flown in fresh, as are the steaks, which are from Allen Brothers in Chicago. Burgers are ground in-house, and include a special ingredient. “We use bacon in a lot of our dishes,” confesses Scattergood. “It gives everything a little extra kick.” Because what doesn’t go better with bacon? The menu also features award-winning dishes, such as the Crab, Avocado, and Mango Stack appetizer, and the delectable Newport Beach Salad. Even the children’s menu is unique — instead of offering the usual mac and cheese or chicken fingers, the little ones can dine on smaller portions of sushi, and even steak. Scattergood explains that many of the menu items were created from ideas that the Blacketer family brought back to Tulsa from their travels — ensuring that the restaurant keeps up with national trends and tastes. But, he also explains, there are plenty of dishes that cater to tastes specifically in this part of the country, since Tulsans love their home-cooked roots. This unique combination ensures diners receive the best of the best, all in one place. Another unique feature of the restaurant is the wine list; it’s extensive and always changing. “Sometimes our regular customers request that we carry something, so we’re always willing to try something new,” says Scattergood. Prices for a full bottle range from $25 to $140, so diners have a wide variety to choose from. With a sleek, modern décor, the Waterfront Grill is the perfect environment for occasions ranging from casual to formal. Every table is a booth and features a view out the many large windows. With abundant natural lighting and a view of the riverbank, the ambience is relaxing and pleasant. Terrace seating is available, which provides diners with an even more close-up view of the river. And the terrace itself is expansive and can easily accommodate large parties. The bar area gives diners an unobstructed view of

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Being family owned, Scattergood explains, is the main motivation for treating staff like family, too — creating an environment where people want to work goes a long way in making sure customers receive the best service possible. Catering is available for all types and sizes of groups. “No event is too large or too small,” says Scattergood, who goes on to explain they’ve prepared food for groups of 10 to 5,000, including a large function for the Google facility in Pryor.

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The Waterfront Grill serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests line up outside the restaurant on a regular basis for the brunch service, which includes a create your own omelet bar as well as eggs Benedict and chicken and waffles. The delicious menu choices, combined with the unique environment create the perfect place to enjoy a weekend morning.

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MF MASTERS OF FLAVOR In the heart of Tulsa’s happening Brady District in the downtown area, there is a small oasis of Caribbean flavor and fun. It’s called Sisserou’s, and if you haven’t visited yet, make time to go before your next concert or event at the BOK, Cain’s or Tulsa PAC — because this colorful little restaurant is a mini-vacation to the islands that you’ll never forget. Sisserou’s is the brain child of its general manager, Eben Shillingford, and his wife at the time, who combined their knowledge and love of Caribbean style cooking with a desire to entertain Tulsans. Shillingford had worked for many years in the restaurant business before deciding to launch his own place. His motivation was simple. “I always wanted to entertain through food and drink,” he explains.

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SISSEROU’S EXPLORES THE VIBRANT FLAVORS AND ATMOSPHERE OF THE CARIBBEAN WITH A VARIETY OF STYLES, DRINKS AND CUISINES FROM LAND AND SEA.

The restaurant is influenced largely by the cooking of Dominica (not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, which is an entirely separate island). The Nature Island, as it is called, is located south of Antigua, north of Barbados, and was influenced by the French and the British before regaining its independence in 1978. It also shares culinary influences with Jamaica and Trinidad. This international flavor is evident at Sisserou’s in the wide variety of dishes you can order. Jerk seasonings, Indian curries, island coconut, seafood and more can all be found here. Shillingford’s recipes are a blend of more traditional ingredients that reflect the Caribbean with twists to make the dishes palate-pleasing to the general public. We have to do different things to create authenticity and still appeal to our audience,” Shillingford says. “We try to keep everything authentic, but we do try to dress them up a bit.” As an example of a more classically traditional Caribbean dish, he mentions the beef patties — an appetizer made of a soft, flaky pastry shell filled with flavorful curried beef mixture. Plantains — which are similar to, but less sweet than, a banana — also appear on the menu because they are a Caribbean staple. But Sisserou’s makes them with a twist, stuffing them with guava, cheddar cheese and a hint of hot sauce before deep frying them and served as poppers. If you’re game to experiment, there are many different options to choose from, all guaranteed to help you feel like you’ve

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just been to a beautiful beach with white sands and sparkling blue ocean. There’s the Callaloo, a Caribbean soup that blends spinach, okra, herbs, spices and coconut cream, topped with lump crabmeat and Parmesan crisp. Or the jerk chicken — a half chicken marinated in an in-house jerk seasoning, expertly grilled, and served with grilled spicy corn and rice and beans. For a true island experience try the oxtail stew — it’s slow-cooked until tender along with carrots, red peppers, red cabbage and potatoes in rich, mildly spiced gravy. For those who don’t want to go full-on curry or jerk seasonings, Sisserou’s also offers a selection of more mainstream items, like a juicy 7-ounce steak filet or the mahi mahi. One of the restaurant’s most inventive offerings is the Rasta Pasta —crab-stuffed salmon topped with walnut pesto and served over pasta, crimini mushrooms, shrimp, red peppers and red onions tossed in a savory cream sauce. “It’s a merger of Jamaican and Italian,” Shillingford says, of the tasty creation that’s a favorite with regulars.

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Almost all of the dishes are made in-house — “98 percent,” Shillingford says. “We make four different breads, all the desserts, fresh daily and from scratch. We use Tulsa Beef. We use Ben E. Keith, a supplier out of Oklahoma City. We do our best to use local produce, and spices from Asian shops like Nam-Hai. We bring fresh flowers in from Mary Murray’s. We do our best to keep things as local as possible.” They add specials to the menu every couple of weeks as well. Sisserou’s also has a boldly inventive drink menu. Their bartender and director of beverages, Victor C., mixes some of the best cocktails in town. “He’s basically the chef of the bar,” says Shillingford. “He does a lot of unique things — different purees, smokeinfused drinks, using traditional ingredients in a new way, adding pepper or all-spice or ginger.” Take a date and share the restaurant’s signature drink, the Molten Lava Eruption — Bacardi Pineapple, Malibu Coconut Rum, 99 Bananas (Banana Schnapps), Captain Morgan Rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and fresh-squeezed lime and orange. It comes

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bubbling and steaming to your table courtesy of the dry ice used for flourish. For a special treat, join Sisserou’s for a “cruisine” — a special meal served once a quarter that takes you on a food cruise with dishes from several Caribbean islands, coupled with live music. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. All in all, Shillingford loves the opportunity to “throw a party every night” by serving up great Caribbean food to Tulsans. “It’s my passion,” he says. And he invites you to be a part of it.

LOCATOR SISSEROU’S RESTAURANT 107 N. Boulder | Tulsa 918-576-6800 sisserousrestauranttulsa.com

Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

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GK GETTING TO KNOW WITH A PLAYBOOK OF DRINK OPTIONS, PLENTY OF SCREENS AND FRESH FOOD THAT NEVER GETS FLAGGED FOR NOT BEING DELICIOUS, FAT DADDY’S IS A PERFECT PLACE TO EXPERIENCE THE TRIUMPHS, THE HEARTACHES AND THE LAST-MINUTE SURPRISES OF ANY GAME.

By Rob Harmon Photos by Marc Rains Having served Green Country’s most avid and rabid sports fans for nearly 15 years, catching a college football game or the NFL at Fat Daddy’s Pub and Grille on 81st and Memorial is a whole different ballgame. It’s Fat Daddy’s high quality food, ice-cold beverages and superior football watching atmosphere that helps set them apart. Owner Sean Welborn’s decades of restaurant and hotel industry experience and keen sense of what makes a sports fan happy keeps him a step ahead of sports bars that typically throw frozen fried stuff in a basket, treating the food they serve almost like the point after attempt, merely an afterthought. Very few items at Fat Daddy’s are pre-bought and much of the menu selections, like their thick, delicious juicy hamburgers, are homemade and fresh.

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Just walking into Fat Daddy’s on a Sunday gives you the next best thing to that pregame tailgating feel you get at Arrowhead or Cowboys Stadium. “Nothing we do is super fancy,” says Welborn, laughing. “It’s just very simplistic and simple but consistent and good.” Eight or nine different types of certified Angus beef burgers for your choosing are always a crowd pleaser, including the irresistible patty melt, a big third-pound Swiss cheese burger tantalizingly covered in caramelized onions on a toasted marble rye bun. The Fat Daddy burger, one big son of a you-know-what, is double meat and double cheese and a meal and a half. Fresh, fat and grilled, we’re pretty sure it’s big enough to satisfy the hunger of any offensive lineman. If not, they’ll serve

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you up another one just to make sure, especially on Thursdays when Fat Daddy’s offers a 2-4-1 burger special. It’s Fat Daddy’s daily specials that also seem to separate them from your run-of-the-mill neighborhood sports haunt. Taco Tuesday, which they’ve been doing for the past eight years, provides cheap, cheap, and we mean cheap (but good) beef, chicken and pork tacos. Wednesday’s special features their tender, melt-in-your-mouth boneless wings (completely done by hand, including the batter) and traditional wings. Choices of sauces include barbecue, garlic, Parmesan, spicy, sweet and sour or teriyaki, all in mild, medium or hot levels. Friday’s special features a surprisingly flavorful steak and baked potato at an extremely affordable price. It’s one of Tulsa’s best-kept secrets and perfect for a Friday night out with the missus (to make up for all the other times you come there without her).

“I don’t like to pigeonhole myself by calling us a sports bar, but obviously we’re definitely one of the better places in south Tulsa to catch a game,” says Welborn. “We get five, six games going at the same time and it kind of fixes everybody’s sports ADHD, so to speak.”

More than anything, it’s Fat Daddy’s football game-day experience that causes them to pull away from the herd like a Samaje Perine rushing touchdown or one of Dez Bryant’s after-the-catch heroics for six. With all of the TVs, premiere sports packages and killer food, they’re quite the go-to destination for sports and a meal. One could say Fat Daddy’s is sort of like those half-a-million third down tosses for a first down from Tony Romo to Jason Whitten — a smart choice.

In addition, what makes Fat Daddy’s Saturday and Sunday game times special as of lately has been the timely addition of brunch to the menu. Fat Daddy’s may be known for having excellent game-time food, beer and activities, but on the weekends they also rock the brunch scene. Fat Daddy’s biscuits, gravy and two-egg breakfast, corn beef and hash and breakfast sandwiches, among other menu items, are “once again, nothing fancy,” says Welborn. “It’s just

something good that goes well with the game. And we’ve got a corresponding drink menu with bloody marys and mimosas.” Sometimes instead of staying at home alone, watching the game and grilling by yourself, it’s time to rush out to the nearest bar to catch the game with a bunch of crazy sports fans like yourself. So next time head to Fat Daddy's Pub and Grille; it's worth the drive for one of the best game-day experiences around.

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On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed the “Miracle on the Hudson” when Captain “Sully” Sullenberger glided his disabled plane onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and his career. Cast: Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, Laura Linney

BEFORE I WAKE

Jessie and Mark Hobson adopt a new foster child, Cody, after their son Sean dies. They soon find out that Cody’s dreams become reality, and his nightmares are deadly. Jessie and Mark must figure out what to do before one of his nightmares kills. Cast: Kate Bosworth, Thomas Jane, Jacob Tremblay

SNOWDEN

The true story follows Edward Snowden, an American computer professional who leaked classified information from the National Security Agency (NSA) to The Guardian in June 2013. Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shailene Woodley, Melissa Leo

BRIDGET JONES’S BABY

After breaking up with Mark Darcy, Bridget Jones’s “happily ever after” hasn’t quite gone according to plan. Now in her 40s and single again, she decides to focus on her career as a news producer and surround herself with her friends, old and new. For once, Bridget has everything under control. Then, her love life takes a turn and she meets a dashing American named Jack Qwant, the suitor who is everything that Mr. Darcy is not. In an unlikely twist, Bridget finds herself pregnant, but with one hitch: she can only be 50 percent sure of who the baby’s father is. Cast: Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth, Patrick Dempsey

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SEPTEMBER 23

When Jacob discovers clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers. Cast: Asa Butterfield, Eva Green, Samuel L. Jackson

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THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN

As the town of Rose Krick is put under siege by industrialist Bartholomew Bogue, the town’s residents enlist the help of seven outlaws, headed by bounty hunter Sam Chisolm, to protect them while they prepare for the violent confrontation that is anticipated. However, upon meeting the town’s residents, the seven find themselves fighting for much more than money. Cast: Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke

SEPTEMBER 30 DEEPWATER HORIZON

STORKS

Instead of delivering babies, storks deliver packages for an Internet retailer. When a stork named Junior accidentally produces an unauthorized baby, he must fix the situation before anyone finds out. Cast: Andy Samberg, Kelsey Grammer, Katie Crown

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A group of college students ventures into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mysteries surrounding James Donahue’s sister, Heather, who many believe is connected to the legend of the Blair Witch after her disappearance 15 years prior. At first the group is hopeful, especially when a pair of locals offer to act as guides through the dark and winding woods, but as the endless night wears on, the group is visited by a menacing presence. Slowly, they begin to realize the legend is all too real and more sinister than they could have imagined. Cast: Callie Hernandez, James Allen McCune, Brandon Scott

A story set on the offshore drilling rig Deepwater Horizon, which exploded during April 2010 and created the worst oil spill in U.S. history. Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russell, John Malkovich

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David Ghantt is an uncomplicated man stuck in a monotonous life. Day in and day out he drives an armored vehicle, transporting other people’s money with no escape in sight. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush, Kelly Campbell, who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. Cast: Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Wiig, Owen Wilson

THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN

Everyone knows that growing up is hard, and life is no easier for high school junior Nadine, who is already at peak awkwardness when her all-star older brother Darian starts dating her best friend Krista. All at once, Nadine feels more alone than ever, until the unexpected friendship of a thoughtful boy gives her a glimmer of hope that things just might not be so terrible after all. Cast: Hailee Steinfeld, Woody Harrelson, Kyra Sedgwick

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