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APPETITE FOR SEDUCTION WHERE TO DINE

W H AT TO D O

IT’S EASY TO FALL IN LOVE WITH THESE 54 DOWNTOWN DINING DESTINATIONS

WHERE TO FIND IT

WHEN IT’S HAPPENING

SEPTEMBER 2018

BOLD AND BREWTIFUL

BUILD YOUR BEER KNOWLEDGE WITH OUR HOPPY BREAKDOWN

WICKED GOOD TIME

WITCHES, MONKEYS AND MUNCHKINS … OH MY!

Hungry for Adventure TIRED OF THE CORPORATE WORLD GRIND, BRIANNA JOHNSON IS NOW PROVIDING SOUTHERN COMFORT AT THE COOKHOUSE

A JOY TO BEE-HOLD

BEEKEEPING IS A BOOMING HOBBY WITH SWEET REWARDS

FOLLOW THE SIGNS

TULSA STATE FAIR GATHERING PLACE CLINT BLACK ANTIQUE RESTORATION TAVOLO

TIPS ON HOW TO HAVE A MONEY-MAKING YARD SALE

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M FROM THE MAYOR As mayor of Tulsa, it is my honor to welcome you to our great city. Whether you’re visiting, or have deep roots here, I invite you to take time to explore our beautiful city and discover all the things that set us apart from other cities.

Tough bike racing, the Tulsa Run, the Route 66 Marathon and the NCAA basketball finals. The Tulsa area offers more than 80 miles of pedestrian and bicycle trails for a great way to see Tulsa.

I highly recommend Preview 918 as your go-to guide to navigate our incredible city. For more than 30 years, Preview has covered the 918, offering Tulsans and visitors alike the inside scoop to area restaurants and cafés, lodging, local attractions and events, world-class entertainment venues, tourist destinations and unique shopping venues that are bound to please and delight. Our city is home to the world’s greatest collection of western art at the Gilcrease Museum as well as Italian Renaissance displays at the Philbrook Museum. It’s a treasure trove for lovers of architecture from mid-century modern housing to the downtown Art Deco District and our iconic BOK Center, designed by the internationally acclaimed architect César Pelli.

Tulsa is also a city on the move. In the next few years, we will open the greatest city park in America at Tulsa’s River Parks, become the home to an Olympic sport, and build a lake in the center of the city to create new recreational opportunities for our entire region. I’m pleased so many of you have made your home in Tulsa. If you’re visiting our city, please enjoy your stay here. I also want to invite you to come back often to experience opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. In the meantime, you can find out more about Tulsa by visiting cityoftulsa.‌org.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SEPTEMBER 2018

C ON THE COVER

F FEATURES 18 SPIRITUAL REAWAKENING

Teresa Knox is breathing new life into The Church Studio that Leon Russell brought to musical prominence in the ‘70s.

20 A SCRAPPER, LIKE WOODY

Woody Guthrie Prize recipient John Mellencamp takes up residence in Woody’s house with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame curated exhibition “Mellencamp.”

22 FLOCK PARTY

You are hereby invited to be spectacularly amazed and delightfully entertained during the 11 days of “go time” showcasing agriculture, entertainment and plenty of food during the Tulsa State Fair. An upended retelling of The Wizard of Oz from the witches’ point of view, Wicked mixes vulnerability, feminist passion and plenty of laughs playing off famous bits from the classic movie in a show packed with life lessons for all ages.

Whether it’s the singular contentment found in a plate of southern fried chicken, or the soothing taste of slow roasted meatloaf, we’re all about praising the good old comfort food Brianna Johnson is serving up at The Cookhouse in Tulsa.

From handmade pasta and crispy chicken Marsala to spaghetti Bolognese and tiramisu, fantastic is a word that can get overused fast when discussing the menu at Tavolo.

30 HERE WE GROW AGAIN

92 A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE

With 100 acres filled with features where visitors can enjoy the wonders of nature, art, education, and family fun, the Gathering Place is designed to bring together people of all ages and backgrounds.

8 $91.80 in 48 Challenge 10 Music + Concerts +

68 Eats + Treats

40 Green Country Scene

72 Food for Thought

49 Downtown Locator

74 Restaurant + Bar Finder

50 Tulsa Locator

90 Masters of Flavor

52 Health + Fitness

92 Get to Know

20 Sound Check

56 Weigh-In

94 Shelf Life

34 Homegrown Heroes

58 Taken With Tulsa

96 Showtime

36 Sports Central

62 Cocktail Confidential

Comedy

12 Happenings 15 Street Talk 16 Conversation Starter Photographer: Sarah Eliza Roberts Venue: The Cookhouse

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Antique Restorations repairs and restores all sorts of wood items, not just furniture and antiques. They handle statuettes, vintage electronics, picture frames, curiosities, and other items too.

39 Sports Schedule

COVER CREDIT

Former bartender Corey Crandall has seen his dream turn into two of Jenks’ more unique pub-crawl spots with George’s Pub and Maryn’s Taphouse and Raw Bar.

D DEPARTMENTS

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Offering southern comfort-style food, The Cookhouse leans heavily on family recipes while inspiring an appetite for joyful dishes and a well-fed feeling.

90 ALE TO THE CHIEF

86 FAMILIAR FLAVORS

26 CONQUER CLUTTER

A garage sale is an excellent way to rid yourself of clutter and make a bit of cash, but don’t waste your opportunity. Make the most of your event with these garage sale tips.

From funky, seasonal and casual to international, intimate and comfortfood classics, there are plenty of dining options in the vibrant and flourishing downtown area of Tulsa.

82 BUON APPETITO

24 SPELLBOUND

WHO’S DOWN WITH DOWNTOWN?

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918 $91.80 IN 48 CHALLENGE STOP #2 STOP #1 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. The mission posed to Shannon and Brent Iwanski was to 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 day we chose to eat at Café Ole was one of the milder, temperature-wise, that we have had in a while, so we sat on the covered patio. The patio is cozy and can even be utilized in winter. This was our first time eating here, and we were not disappointed. We enjoyed the chips and salsa, but their queso was amazing. It’s made with cream cheese, which makes any food taste a million times better. Shannon loved the Southwest Lasagna. At first, he was skeptical of the addition of raisins, but they were not very sweet while still adding a nice complementary flavor to the dish. The accompanying salad was dressed with a thick balsamic vinaigrette that served as a nice counterpoint to the slightly spicy lasagna.

We’ve both said multiple times that we wanted to try SMOKE., and this gave us the perfect excuse to finally do it. The paintings on the walls added nice local flair, and the cracked-glass partitions were beautiful. We started with the bacon jam appetizer. It was big enough to feed three people, and it’s only $10. You can enjoy the bacon jam and goat cheese separately on the crostini, but they are better when enjoyed together. Shannon had the cauliflower steak. It was grilled to perfection and was like eating delicious, crunchy heaven. The meal was flavorful and filling for consisting of nothing other than vegetables. I loved the shrimp pasta. The shrimp were larger than what would typically be found in the dish. As with most restaurants, the complimentary bread was warm and delicious, but the addition of the garlic butter with toasted rosemary set it apart from the competition. We liked that the entrée portion sizes were consistent with the price paid for them. There was no lack of food, and we left full and happy. The waitress, Yvonne, was knowledgeable on the dishes served, and she readily answered all of our questions. COST: $57.11

I enjoyed the shrimp street tacos. I did not want to eat the last one because then it would be gone, and I wouldn’t be able to enjoy them anymore. After the meal we did not feel rushed to leave. The waitress, Angie, was very helpful in making suggestions that would enhance the experience and taste of the food.

The only catch was that they had to spend it at places, events or shops profiled in the August 2018 issue of Preview 918.

Parking was also conveniently behind the restaurant, and there were spaces reserved just for those utilizing Café Ole and the businesses adjacent to it. We look forward to going back to Café Ole. COST: $28.33

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H HAPPENINGS SEPTEMBER LIVE MUSIC VENUES 5 O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE BAR | RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT

8330 Riverside Parkway | Tulsa

BLACKBIRD ON PEARL

1336 E. 6th St. | Tulsa

MUSIC+CONCERTS+COMEDY 1 RINGO STARR

200 S. Denver Ave. | Tulsa

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

BRADY THEATER

RALPHIE ROBERTS

BOK CENTER

105 W. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa

The Loony Bin | Tulsa

CABIN CREEK | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

JANELLE JAMES

CAIN’S BALLROOM

THE NEW NEGROES

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

CROW CREEK TAVERN

MARIA BAMFORD

3534 S. Peoria Ave. | Tulsa

DOG IRON SALOON | CHEROKEE CASINO 20900 S. 4200 Road | Claremore

GUTHRIE GREEN

111 E. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa

IDL BALLROOM

230 E. 1st St. | Tulsa

INNER CIRCLE VODKA BAR 410 N. Main St. | Tulsa

JIMMY BUFFETT’S MARGARITAVILLE | RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT 8330 Riverside Pkwy. | Tulsa

MERCURY LOUNGE

1747 S. Boston Ave. | Tulsa

OKLAHOMA JAZZ HALL OF FAME 5 S. Boston Ave. | Tulsa

PARADISE COVE | RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT

8330 Riverside Pkwy. | Tulsa

PEORIA SHOWPLACE | BUFFALO RUN CASINO & RESORT

1000 Buffalo Run Blvd. | Miami

RIFFS | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA 777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

THE SHRINE

112 E. 18th St. | Tulsa

SOUL CITY

1621 E. 11th St. | Tulsa

SOUNDPONY

409 N. Main St. | Tulsa

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

14 BILLY CURRINGTON 15 CHRIS YOUNG 17 JACK WHITE 18 GOV’T MULE 19-22 JASON RUSSELL 20 DWIGHT YOAKAM

River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

423 N. Main St. | Tulsa

13 AIR SUPPLY

26 GHOSTLAND OBSERVATORY 27 COLT FORD Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

28 PARKER MILLSAP

BOK Center | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

ANJELAH JOHNSON

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

ONEOK Field | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

5 5-8 ZOLTAN KASZAS 6 WHISKEY MYERS 7 ANDERSON EAST 8 HOT 8 BRASS BAND

THE MOUNTAIN GOATS Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

EASTON CORBIN

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

29 BLACK VIOLIN

The Loony Bin | Tulsa

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

RECKLESS KELLY

TROMBONE SHORTY AND ORLEANS AVENUE

HAYES CARLL

BLACK STONE CHERRY

River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

A Gathering Place | Tulsa

THE ROOTS

FEATURING MYLES 21 SLASH KENNEDY AND THE

THE SECOND CITY: MADE IN AMERICA (SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED)

CONSPIRATORS

A Gathering Place | Tulsa

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

9 PEDRITO MARTINEZ GROUP

ROBERT PLANT AND THE SENSATIONAL SPACE SHIFTERS

A Gathering Place | Tulsa

NEKO CASE

30 CLINT BLACK

Brady Theater | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

10 11 HANNIBAL BURESS 12-15 TOM CLARK ALICE IN CHAINS

Brady Theater | Tulsa

SAWYER BROWN

BILLY IDOL

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

THE DECEMBERISTS GRANGER SMITH

Brady Theater | Tulsa

MONTROSE TRIO

The Loony Bin | Tulsa

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

23 PRIMUS

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

THE COLONY

2809 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa

THE FUR SHOP

520 E. 3rd St. | Tulsa

SOUL CITY GASTROPUB RESIDENT SHOWS AND EVENTS

THE HUNT CLUB

224 N. Main St. | Tulsa

THE JOINT | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

THE VANGUARD

1621 E. 11th St. | Tulsa MONDAY: CLOSED // TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 4 P.M.-MIDNIGHT // SATURDAY: 1 P.M.-MIDNIGHT // SUNDAY: 1 P.M.- 10 P.M.

TUESDAYS:

WEDNESDAYS:

THURSDAYS:

LIVE EVENT TRIVIA NIGHT

RANDY BRUMLEY

ROBERT HOEFLING

FRIDAYS: SUSAN HERNDON

DON AND STEVE WHITE

THE BEGONIAS

SCOTT MUSICK AND FRIENDS

222 N. Main St. | Tulsa

WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

102 E. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa

WOODY’S CORNER BAR

325 E. 2nd St. | Tulsa

YETI

417 N. Main St. | Tulsa

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(7 P.M.)

(5 P.M.)

(8 P.M.)

(5 P.M.)

(8 P.M.)

(5:30 P.M.)

(BI-WEEKLY AT 8 P.M.)

SUNDAYS: DUSTIN PITTSLEY TRIO GOSPEL BRUNCH (2 P.M.) BRUNER AND EICHER (6:30 P.M.)

SATURDAY

09.01

THURSDAY

09.13

SATURDAY

RINGO STARR

8PM

09.22

AIR SUPPLY

8PM

09.28

SUNDAY

FRIDAY

CLINT BLACK &

09.30 SAWYER BROWN 6PM

LIGHTING IT UP SCAN TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Schedule subject to change.

BILLY IDOL

8PM

ANJELAH JOHNSON

8PM

AI ALSO IN SEPTEMBER SEPT. 1-2

TULSA REINING CLASSIC Expo Square | Tulsa JANA JAE FIDDLE CAMP AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Grove Civic Center | Grove POSTOAK WINE AND JAZZ FESTIVAL POSTOAK Lodge and Retreat | Tulsa

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

CHEROKEE NATIONAL HOLIDAY Various locations | Tahlequah

SEPT. 1-3

JIM SHOULDERS LIVING LEGENDS RODEO Historic Nichols Park | Henryetta

VINTAGE TULSA SHOW Expo Square | Tulsa SEPT. 3

TULSA’S GREAT RAFT RACE River West Festival Park | Tulsa

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SEPT. 5-8

PAWNEE COUNTY FREE FAIR Pawnee County Fairgrounds | Pawnee

SEPT. 7-8

BLUEGRASS AND CHILI FESTIVAL Downtown Wagoner SEPT. 7-9

WICKED Tulsa Performing Arts

WIZARD WORLD COMIC CON Cox Business Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 6-8

WYANDOTTE NATION TRIBAL POWWOW Wyandotte Nation Tribal

SEPT. 5-23

Center | Tulsa

OKMULGEE COUNTY FAIR Okmulgee County

Fairgrounds | Okmulgee

SEPT. 6-9

COPPERHEAD RUN RALLY Cooperhead Rally Grounds | Spavinaw

MAYES COUNTY FAIR Mayes County Fairgrounds | Pryor

SEPT. 6-16

AMERICAN MINIATURE HORSE REGISTRY NATIONAL Expo Square | Tulsa

Grounds | Wyandotte

GATESWAY BALLOON FESTIVAL Broken Arrow Events

Parks | Broken Arrow

FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL Tulsa Arts District | Tulsa

PIAF: NO REGRETS Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

COWETA FALL FESTIVAL Downtown Coweta PIONEER DAY FESTIVAL AND RODEO Skiatook Central Park | Skiatook

SEPT. 13-16

ROGERS COUNTY FREE FAIR Claremore Expo Center | Claremore

SEPT. 14-16

SCOTFEST Chisholm Trail South Park | Broken Arrow

SEPT. 8

THE CASTLE ZOMBIE RUN The Castle of Muskogee | Muskogee

DAM J.A.M. BICYCLE TOUR Whitaker Park | Pryor WOOLAROC FALL TRAIL RIDE Woolaroc Museum and

Wildlife Preserve | Bartlesville

SEPT. 8-9 SEPT. 7

SEPT. 13-15

OKLAHOMA GUN SHOW Expo Square | Tulsa SEPT. 12-15

OSAGE COUNTY FREE FAIR Osage County Fairgrounds | Pawhuska

SEPT. 15

TOUR DE COWTOWN Downtown Coweta BLACK BUGGY DAY Guy Williams Park | Chouteau SEPT. 18

WWE SMACKDOWN LIVE BOK Center | Tulsa SEPT. 20-22

MEDICINE STONE MUSIC FESTIVAL Diamondhead Resort | Tahlequah

ALSO IN SEPTEMBER AI SEPT. 21-23

WOMEN ARTISTS OF THE WEST JURIED ART EXHIBITION Price Tower Art Gallery | Bartlesville

TULSA GREEK FESTIVAL Holy Trinity Greek

Orthodox Church | Tulsa

SEPT. 22

CORN DOG CLASSIC 5K Expo Square | Tulsa SEPT. 22-23

WESTERN HERITAGE WEEKEND Downtown Dewey

SEPT. 25-NOV. 3

PUMPKIN FESTIVAL Shepherd’s Cross | Claremore SEPT. 27-OCT. 7

TULSA STATE FAIR Expo Square | Tulsa SEPT. 27-30

DISNEY ON ICE: DARE TO DREAM TULSA STATE FAIR Expo Square | Tulsa SEPT. 28-30

FIN & FEATHER FALL FESTIVAL Fin & Feather Resort | Gore SEPT. 28-OCT. 27

HAUNTED CASTLE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL The Castle of Muskogee |

Oklahoma’s best little Motor Sports Park for racing & family fun, all year round!

Muskogee

SEPT. 29

COW THIEVES AND OUTLAWS REUNION Woolaroc Museum and

Wildlife Preserve | Bartlesville

• 170 acre Park • Clubhouse Facilities • 5 Dirt Tracks • Parts & Service • 2 Trail loops • Food Concessions • Rentals • Overnight RV parking • Riders School for Kids of all ages!

SEPT. 29-30

BRICKUNIVERSE LEGO FAN CONVENTION Cox Business Center | Tulsa OKLAHOMA STATE SUGAR ART SHOW Expo Square | Tulsa

Only 30 minutes from Tulsa! Call ahead for availability

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STREET TALK ST

I was far more obsessed with the TV show Charmed than a 13-year-old boy should have been.

I get embarrassed every time one of my Facebook memories comes up from eight or nine years ago.

TAY L O R

L AU R E N

Tattoos I got when I was younger.

Danielle Steele novels.

KENDALL

K AT H Y

I could probably name a few girls.

KYLE

I used to love wearing dark eyeshadow and lots of eyeliner, and now when I look back on all of my high school pictures I look like a raccoon.

R AC H E L

Yeah absolutely. I used to like music because other people didn’t. As obscure as possible.

I remember when Linkin Park put out their single, “In the End” back in middle school, I fell in love with that band. Me and my friends would ride around town on our bikes screaming out our favorite songs. Loved it. Now as an adult, I find that I can’t listen to that band with other people. Sometimes I can’t listen to them even when alone.

CHRIS

ALEX

Nope, because I still like all of them. I’m not easily embarrassed.

LUCIANA

My music choices in middle school.

CHARLIE

I had to really think hard on this. I think the most embarrassing thing I used to like was the bodice ripper novels where the young virgin is kidnapped or saved from some sort of dire circumstance. I’m rolling my eyes thinking about it now. I would sneak these books from my stepmom. The poor damsel would always fall in love with the one who hurt her. This is pretty much Stockholm Syndrome when you think about it. I tried reading one a few years ago and I couldn’t get past the fourth chapter. Lots of eye rolling and feeling icky for reading it.

Not really. I’ve always had cool tastes and I don’t regret anything. I don’t really get embarrassed about anything; there’s no reason to.

THAI

Yeah. My first wife.

FRED

JEN

When I was a little kid, instead of playing with dolls, I played with a yellow dump truck.

Bill Clinton.

JASON

JANELLE

My little white country self wore a whole lot of Marc Ecko that was about two sizes too big. I was out of my element.

SPENSER

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When Clint Black’s debut album, Killin’ Time was released in 1989, it was an exciting time for country music. Riding a wave of new traditionalism that recalled the work of icons like Merle Haggard and George Jones, Black’s country swing fit right in with a fresh energy. As part of what became known as country music’s rookie class of ’89, Black was in fine company to dominate the charts with fellow artists like Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Mary Chapin Carpenter, and Travis Tritt. His debut album produced four consecutive No. 1 singles on the Billboard country charts and laid the foundation for an extensive career ahead. A string of hit records followed and Black was perhaps ahead of the curve when he founded his own label, Equity Music Group, which sought to give its artists equity in their own product. The label eventually closed in 2008, but not before laying a groundwork for the independent label movement that has become more common in the current music industry. Although he stepped out of the music scene for a few years in the early 2000s to spend time with his family after the birth of his daughter, Black has remained one of country music’s brightest and most talented stars as a multi-instrumentalist who continues to write his own songs (as opposed to the current Nashville trend of bringing in outside songwriters).

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CLINTBLAC

CS CONVERSATION STARTER

CLINT BLACK HAS REMAINED ONE OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S MOST TALENTED STARS AS A MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST WHO CONTINUES TO WRITE HIS OWN SONGS AND ACHIEVE SUCCESS WITHOUT TRADING HIS TRADITIONALIST ATTITUDE FOR SOULLESS HITS. BY G.K. HIZER

CONVERSATION STARTER CS

Q. HOW IMPORTANT IS IT FOR YOU TO HAVE A HAND IN THAT WRITING PROCESS AND EXPRESSING SOMETHING IN YOUR OWN VOICE?

now. We met by chance as he was filling in in a band I hired to back me for only one gig. He had a demo recording set up at his house, and we started to record songs I’d written. That led to us writing together. That was over 30 years ago.

Q. HOW HAS THE

CHANGE IN THE INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE AND RISE OF INDEPENDENT LABELS HELPED, OR HINDERED, ARTISTS, FROM YOUR PERSPECTIVE?

We broke Little Big Town A. With only one exception A. and sold over a million records — an experiment — I’ve written everything I’ve recorded other than tribute songs. It was a sticking point with RCA who wanted me to “spread the wealth” to the publishing community. I refused to give up my day job to satisfy their twisted logic on how art is created. It is why I don’t record for major labels. I may do it again one day, but that will be because they want the songwriter as well as the singer. Imagine you wrote everything on Killin’ Time and before your record company has heard a single new song you’ve written for your second album, they say, “Let’s go out and find you some songs.” Weird, huh?

Q. ONE OF

YOUR PRIMARY COLLABORATORS OVER THE YEARS HAS BEEN HAYDEN NICHOLAS. HOW DID THE TWO OF YOU COME TOGETHER INITIALLY, AND HOW

on them. After they left us to join a bigger company, it destroyed our chances to move on with the company. We had put everything we had behind them. It was heartbreaking on so many levels.

that would work with the songs I’d already written. James is an “Army brat” and the idea of a soldier returning for Christmas resonated with him. The song Hayden and I wrote, “Christmas with You,” was inspired by our troops and their families who often have to be apart for the holidays. It all worked together so naturally that it came together quickly, and we’re going to have it up “on its feet” this November.

Q. WHILE ON THE

TOPIC OF CHRISTMAS, YOU’VE ALREADY ANNOUNCED A LIMITED NUMBER OF YOUR FIRST DATES FOR “A CLINT MUSICAL, LOOKING BLACK CHRISTMAS” FOR CHRISTMAS, WITH YOUR WIFE, DEBUTS THIS LISA HARTMAN NOVEMBER AND BLACK, PERFORMING IT’S BASED ON THE WITH YOU. WHAT MUSIC FROM YOUR PRECIPITATED THESE CHRISTMAS ALBUM OF SHOWS AND WHAT THE SAME TITLE. CAN PART OF THE SHORT YOU SHARE A LITTLE TOUR ARE YOU ABOUT WHAT INSPIRED LOOKING FORWARD YOU TO TRANSLATE TO THE MOST? THE ALBUM INTO A FULL PRODUCTION? I’m excited to see what

A. For many years I’ve

thought about writing for Broadway. I met James Sasser a couple of years ago, and we started talking about that, and my idea for a holiday musical captured his enthusiasm and we started developing a story

else Lisa will want to do in the show. We’re starting to work on ideas now. I’m excited she’s coming along.

Q. HOW DO YOU

GO ABOUT CHOOSING A SET LIST, KNOWING

YOU CAN’T MAKE EVERYONE HAPPY?

A. The song list shifts a little.

Typically, in rehearsals I find something I think will work for a show and we go from there. I can usually tell if the show could be better and will try a different order or selection. Once the show is working well, there are slots that are interchangeable and some songs will rotate in and out. Others are mainstays and will never leave the set.

Q. WHAT ELSE DO YOU HAVE ON THE HORIZON?

A. I do have new music

recorded. I’m in talks with a record company to release them and don’t have a timeline yet. Some of my best work was done on that disc, and I’m excited for my fans to hear it.

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a musician, singer, producer, engineer, writer… And I still enjoy entertaining an audience. What drove me to go out into my neighborhood as a teenager and find anyone who would listen still drives me. Audiences are a wonderful thing.

A. He’s like a brother to me

A. I keep getting better as

ESSENTIAL HAS THAT PARTNERSHIP BEEN TO YOUR CAREER SUCCESS?

WHAT INSPIRES YOU TO KEEP WRITING, RECORDING, AND PERFORMING?

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Teresa Knox is breathing new life into The Church Studio that Leon Russell brought to musical prominence in the ‘70s. BY G.K. HIZER PHOTOS BY MARC RAINS Tucked away at the corner of Third Street and Trenton Avenue is a piece of music history that many Tulsans either aren’t aware of or simply know as mere urban legend. The Church Studio, established by Leon Russell in 1972, served as a home for his label (Shelter Records), a recording studio, changed owners and at times sat dormant. But that status is soon to change, as Teresa Knox, along with her husband Ivan Acosta, helm the renovation of the historic studio. In the very beginning — circa 1913-15 — it started as Grace Methodist Episcopal Church and was one of the earliest

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churches built in Tulsa; even later, surviving the race riots of 1921. By 1929, it had become the First United Brethren Church, and remained so until at least 1946. In 1948, it began appearing in city directories as the First Evangelical United Brethren Church until 1961, when it was the First Church of God. Originally a brick church, the current “castle” stone was placed in the mid-1950s. Leon Russell purchased the church in 1972 , and The Church Studio was conceived. “I’m a native Tulsan and I’ve always been a fan of Leon Russell, as well as J.J. Cale and David

Gates,” says Knox. “I’m a collector of music memorabilia and a smallbusiness owner, and this just kind of let me combine the two.” When Knox originally saw the building and recognized what it was, she admits it seemed a bit in disrepair. She reached out to the owners, who were initially hesitant to sell. But her persistence and vision paid off as she was not only able to buy the building but get it listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. “Outside of places like Nashville, Los Angeles and New York, I believe this can be a studio that people can

choose to record in, if we develop it properly,” Knox says. To achieve that dream, she is working with Chad Hailey (who interned with Cale) and Steven Durr, from Nashville, who was also involved in the sound engineering on Joe Cocker’s “Mad Dogs & Englishmen” tour. Russell was the musical director for that tour, putting the band together and rehearsing them in merely a week after Cocker’s previous group, the Grease Band, abruptly split right before the U.S. tour. That tour went on to produce the double live album, Mad Dogs & Englishmen, which helped make Russell a breakout star in the early-‘70s.

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Although initial plans were for the restoration project to be completed in 2018, the details of completing such an elaborate project, combined with the process of getting it placed on the National Register of Historic Places, has delayed progress with completion currently expected near the end of 2019.

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“Leon was a classically trained musician and songwriter, which is what most people know him for, but he was also an entrepreneur,” Knox says. “He had good ideas and was good at executing them. His initial concept and idea for The Church Studio was brilliant. We’re really just executing his business plan.”

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Additional improvements to the building include the installation of a service elevator, which will not only make loading equipment easier, but bring the building up to American Disabilities Act compliance, as well as adding a professional culinary kitchen with bar and lounge for the studio.

“The Church was kind of untouchable in Leon’s time, but we’re opening it up so it can be rented for personal events or used as an activity center to help inspire this generation of musicians and music fans. We’re really working to honor and propel Leon’s vision and legacy.”

Additional plans include a small theater in the basement to be used for specially scheduled educational and music related films; a gallery for a rotating display of Knox’s personal memorabilia collection and the Church Studio archives; expanding the south side of the building for a new entrance; and developing the garden area to include a performance stage for small shows.

According to Knox, Russell’s original concept for the church was to create a casual, collaborative space for singers, songwriters, musicians, and engineers to come together to create music and share ideas. “Ultimately, we are creating a space that anyone can come to and use. We’re working on creating an ergonomic traffic flow, so it can be used as a recording studio, but also toured and used by the public,” she says.

According to Knox, it was strategic for her to work with people who held Russell’s work in high esteem and had a national reputation. The goal is to rebuild a world-class analog recording facility that includes digital technology, as well as include equipment for highdefinition video recording with possible streaming capabilities to encourage further engagement with the fans.

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Woody Guthrie Prize recipient John Mellencamp takes up residence in Woody’s house with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame curated exhibition “Mellencamp.” BY G.K. HIZER If you’ve visited the Woody Guthrie Center multiple times and think you’ve seen it all, think again. The center’s gallery space opened a touring exhibit of John Mellencamp’s life, work and memorabilia Aug. 31. The exhibition will be available for viewing into January 2019. In conjunction with the exhibit, Mellencamp was awarded the Woody Guthrie Prize. “The Guthrie Prize is awarded annually to an artist who continues Woody’s work and message,” says Deana McCloud, executive director of the Woody Guthrie Center. “In that sense, John certainly qualifies. Not just based on his work with Farm Aid, but also as an advocate for equal rights and marriage

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equality and very much as an advocate for social change.” Past recipients of the award include Norman Lear (2017), Kris Kristofferson (2016), Mavis Staples (2015) and Pete Seeger (2014). Whereas previous award ceremonies and concerts have been held in varying locations, such as Cain’s Ballroom, this year’s ceremony took place in the center’s adjoining FlyLoft. “John specifically requested that we not leave ‘Woody’s house,’” McCloud says. Mellencamp already has a healthy working relationship with the center and has toured the archives multiple times. “John is always very funny, witty and

humble when he’s here,” McCloud says. “When he was here with his band a few years ago, he said that he had done a painting in honor of Woody and asked if we would want to display it. Of course, our answer was yes and it has been on display in the entry to our gallery.” Another of Mellencamp’s paintings, this one focusing on Martin Luther King Jr, is included with the traveling exhibit. “We thought it was great, being that we’re next to Wall Street, and it’s such a strong statement from John that we decided to put it on the main gallery floor to draw full attention to it,” she says. Included in the collection are handwritten lyrics, the Gibson

Dove acoustic guitar used throughout his career, and more. “John’s motorcycle, a 1966 Honda Scrambler, is included in the exhibit and will be sitting on the gallery floor, which is a fun addition,” McCloud adds. Mellencamp, a native of Indiana, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2008 and was inducted this year into the Songwriters Hall of Fame by Woody’s daughter, Nora Guthrie. In 2012, Mellencamp received The John Steinbeck Award: “In The Souls of the People.” As a co-founder of Farm Aid, Mellencamp has helped give a voice and raise money for dispossessed farm families. He continues to tour and impact the musical landscape with his influence

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“When Woody was on the radio in California, he got hundreds of fan letters,” McCloud says. “That’s when he really understood his responsibilities to be an advocate of change. John has been an example of that, whether it be taking a knee on Stephen Colbert’s

The exhibit is included with admission to the Woody Guthrie Center.

Although the center has hosted other collections, this is the first time it has worked with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. “John told them he wanted it to come here, so we got a phone call asking if we’d be interested,” McCloud says. “Of course, it’s pretty pricy to bring some of these touring exhibits, so we reached out to some of our local sponsors and friends, and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa stepped up to be the presenting sponsor. It’s actually a great fit for both of us.”

“John has always been very respectful when around Woody’s archives. John often refers to Woody as a ‘scrapper,’ because he was always ready to fight anyone not showing people the respect they deserved or if he saw people being mistreated. I think John’s a great example of that as well and very deserving of the Guthrie prize this year.”

Mellencamp has released nearly two dozen albums since the 1970s, with 10 records reaching the platinum sales mark. His most recent album, Sad Clowns and Hillbillies, includes the song “My Soul’s Got Wings,” with lyrics written by Woody Guthrie and music by Mellencamp.

show when that was a hot topic on the news, or encouraging others to be socially active. When artists are willing to risk their livelihood for issues they believe in, that’s something we admire and should try to model. That’s what Woody was all about. John understands that responsibility.

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You are hereby invited to be spectacularly amazed and delightfully entertained during the 11 days of â&#x20AC;&#x153;go timeâ&#x20AC;? showcasing agriculture, entertainment and plenty of food during the Tulsa State Fair. By John Tranchina

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The usual collection of rides will be available for kids (and adults) of all ages, with over 50 different rides dotting the grounds, as provided by North American Midway Entertainment. There will also be a special production of Disney On Ice the first weekend (Sept. 27-30) in the Pavilion, with the theme Dare to Dream, featuring Disney characters such as Moana, Belle

“We have probably one of the premier livestock shows in the state,” Thompson says. “We have 4H and FFA events as well as open classes. We have grown to the point where some of the shows take place before the start of the fair and they run through the end of the fair. We have around 28,000 entries each year, participants from all 77 counties in Oklahoma and then some out-of-state participants as well.

“We build an ice sheet in the Pavilion [the first weekend], and then as soon as Disney moves out on Sunday, we tear the ice sheet out, bring in dirt, and we’ll host the Red Dirt Rodeo,” Thompson says. “It is PRCA cowboys; they will earn points that accumulate for their end-of-the-year finals. And at the rodeo, each night is followed by a concert by a Red Dirt artist. Friday night is Stoney LaRue and Saturday night is Kevin Fowler.” Other special attractions during the State Fair include the Sea Lion Splash — a fun, high-energy sea lion show for the whole family; the All-Star Stunt Dog Challenge, which features dogs doing tricks such as handstands, jumping and Frisbee catching; Kachunga the Alligator show; the Oklahoma State Sugar Art Show, which displays amazing, artistic renditions of wedding cakes; Pogo Fred, who performs stunts on a pogo stick; and Farmer Phil, who will be providing agricultural education as comedy.

“A lot of it’s just ribbons [ for the winners] but there are opportunities for kids to win scholarship money and their goal, if they have a market animal, is to win and be part of the junior Livestock Auction. They will auction their animals and receive that money as scholarship money. The Grand Champion Steer usually sells between $30,000 and $40,000, so there’s a lot of money involved if your animal does well.” And of course, the other thing that the State Fair is famous for is crazy experimental food options. Well, this year is no exception, as Thompson rattles off a list of several new delicacies that will be offered.

Overall, about a million guests are expected to show up over the course of the fair, although that number is sometimes dependent on the weather.

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“Those shows are free with your gate admission, but we also do have a VIP section with limited seating in front of the stage available for purchase,” Thompson says.

The following weekend, Oct. 5 and 6, the PRCA’s Red Dirt Rodeo will be on hand to delight spectators.

that puffs up — they have to use a special waffle iron, and then it will be topped off with fresh fruit, Nutella, some savory items, and whipped cream,” Thompson says. “We’ll also have a grilled cheese doughnut. When I think of weird, quirky fair food, that definitely hits the mark. Cinnamon roll fries, which is just cinnamon roll dough fried and topped with cinnamon and sugar and I think the icing as well for dipping. The double chocolate funnel cake, which will be a chocolate batter with chocolate chips and then chocolate syrup on it. And the last one is the bacon onion bomb, which will be an onion wrapped in bacon and then fried. I’m thinking it’s not the whole onion, but it is the fair, so I don’t know.”

At various times throughout the fair, different music acts will play on the Oklahoma stage, including Colt Ford, Easton Corbin, Black Stone Cherry, Everclear, Casting Crowns, Seether and a handful of others.

livestock animals that are on display and in competition with each other.

“It’s 11 days that we pack a bunch into,” says Sarah Thompson, event relations manager of the Tulsa State Fair. “This year, our theme is, ‘It’s Go Time.’ This year, the Oklahoma stage will have a new look and feel, and we’re really excited to have that project completed and ready for the Tulsa State Fair.”

from Beauty and the Beast, Anna and Elsa from Frozen, Cinderella, and other favorites.

As usual, surrounding all the festivities will be a lot of different

“We have the bubble waffle wrap, which is an egg waffle

There will be many intriguing attractions, new and old, on hand at the Tulsa State Fair this year, which runs Sept. 27-Oct. 7.

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Mary Kate Morrissey as Elphaba

AN UPENDED RETELLING OF THE WIZARD OF OZ FROM THE WITCHES’ POINT OF VIEW, WICKED MIXES VULNERABILITY, FEMINIST PASSION AND PLENTY OF LAUGHS PLAYING OFF FAMOUS BITS FROM THE CLASSIC MOVIE IN A SHOW PACKED WITH LIFE LESSONS FOR ALL AGES.

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Ever wondered what is the true story of the Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz? That’s the idea behind the Broadway musical Wicked, which is coming to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center Sept. 5–23, 2018. Based loosely on the novel of the same name by Gregory Maguire, Wicked the musical tells the story of the two most well-known women with magical powers in the Land of Oz, long before Dorothy shows up. Elphaba, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. Glinda is beautiful, ambitious and popular. Their unlikely friendship creates a rich story of right and wrong, companionship and rivalry — and ultimately, forgiveness and redemption. First launched on Broadway Oct. 30, 2003, Wicked is about to hit its 15th anniversary on the Great White Way. It recently surpassed A Chorus Line to become Broadway’s sixth-longest running

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show, and is Broadway’s secondhighest grossing show ever. No wonder its national touring production is so popular as well. It’s coming through Tulsa this month for the fourth time — and showing no signs of losing its attraction to those who love a good story, fantastic performances and a great musical score. Wicked’s touring production offers a thrilling ride to please audiences, says Jason Graae, a Tulsa native who is starring as the Wizard of Oz and is thrilled to be back in T-Town to share one of his favorite musicals with Green Country residents young and old. Graae moved to Tulsa from Chicago when he was in fourth grade, attended Lee Elementary School, and lived in Tulsa’s Maple Ridge neighborhood. “My official debut [onstage] was in seventh grade,” Graae says,

recalling that singer-songwriter and Sand Springs native Sam Harris was also in the production — the musical George M! “That was the beginning of theater for me.” Soon enough, Graae was hooked on stage work and was actively involved in local performances through Tulsa Little Theater (now known as Theatre Tulsa). “We would audition and rehearse at Harwelden Mansion, which was enormous and magical and exciting,” he says. He also has fond memories of attending Edison Preparatory School, where he performed roles such as Sancho Panza in The Man of La Mancha. Graae’s ties to Tulsa remain strong, with many of his friends still living in the area. And his ties to the local arts here are strong too. He has assisted Theatre Tulsa in directing and building a commercial run of the musical Forever Plaid. And he has performed in the smaller venues

at the Tulsa PAC. Wicked will be his first performance in the PAC’s Chapman Music Hall. “Wicked is such a spectacular show,” Graae says. “I’m just so proud to be in it. It’s so moving. It’s so resonant. It’s morphed really well into what’s going on in today’s world. It’s a beautiful story and told so impeccably. I just love being a part of it.” Though the musical’s chief characters are Elphaba (who one day becomes the Wicked Witch of the West) and Glinda (who eventually becomes Glinda the Good Witch), Graae’s character, the Wizard of Oz, is both iconic and essential to the Land of Oz and Wicked. The Broadway role was originated by actor Joel Grey, but every actor puts his own spin on the role, and Graae is no different. “Joel Grey is one of my heroes, but his was a very different take [on the role],” says Graae. “I see

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Jason Graae as The Wizard

the wizard as a con man. He was in a balloon and landed in Oz accidentally. He was doing everything he could selling his elixirs back in Omaha. Then he lucked into this job and made a name for himself.”

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Audience-goers can expect a fantastic performance that mirrors the quality of an authentic Broadway show. “The production values are all magnificent,” says Graae. “Everything about it is what you’d see on Broadway, and it’s as good as it gets.”

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Whether you’ve seen Wicked in theaters before or not, it’s worth seeing this time around. For starters, there is the beautiful score, which was written by Stephen Schwartz (known for scoring Godspell and Pippin, among other projects). Then there’s the script, written by Winnie Holzman (creator of My So-Called Life). It’s stellar.

“To me, the mark of a great piece of theater is that it can speak to people for different reasons,” says Graae. “It has a wonderful score by Stephen Schwartz, and a script by Winnie Holzman that’s so funny, yet so touching. The story speaks to everybody. The two of them [Elphaba and Glinda] and the friendship they have and trying to understand the other person’s position — I think that’s eternal, that kind of relationship. And it’s moving.”

Though the Wizard isn’t exactly qualified to rule Oz and can’t do the magic everyone believes he is capable of, “he’s not one to turn down the attention or the position,” says Graae. “So he has to keep his people happy. He’s got to not give it away that he doesn’t really know what he’s doing. He really is just trying to keep his position. And he’s a vulnerable guy, trying to make things right in Oz. I see him as anybody that’s trying to make their way in the world, doing the best he can.”

The current run of the touring production began earlier this year, and it’s been a great ride for Graae and his fellow performers. “Everybody’s been so great, and it’s really been fun,” he says. “The cast is just perfection. The company I’m working with from top to bottom is spectacular, at the top of their game. I was so blown away by that.”

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CLUTTER A GARAGE SALE IS AN EXCELLENT WAY TO RID YOURSELF OF CLUTTER AND MAKE A BIT OF CASH, BUT DON’T WASTE YOUR OPPORTUNITY. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR EVENT WITH THESE GARAGE SALE TIPS. BY LINDSAY MORRIS — You’re looking to make a little extra cash. Your attic is full of items you need to get rid of. You pony up and decide it’s time for a good old fashioned garage sale. You gather your closest family and friends and start putting price tags on all those old treasures. You spread your items out on your driveway early on a Friday or Saturday morning and hope for the best. Purging can feel just as good as making a few bucks. In the era of online sales, garage sales are sometimes a rarity. Sure, you can make some cash on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace, but that requires tediously posting one item at a time. Then you have to arrange a time to meet up with the buyer. Time zapper! If you really want to clear all of the extra stuff out of your house in one fell swoop, a garage sale is your best option. Or maybe you’re the one looking for some great deals and don’t mind shopping secondhand. Whether you’re a seller or a buyer, prepare to be schooled in the fine art of garage sales.

TIPS FOR SELLERS CHOOSE DATE WISELY

Give yourself enough time to get everything together. If you are inviting friends to participate, give them enough notice too. Be careful to avoid holiday weekends when people are traveling or have other things on their minds. Also, consider the weather. You do not want to have a scorching hot yard sale, nor do you want to freeze to death. And consider pay days. Does everyone tend to get paid on the first and third Friday of the month or the last business day? It is useless to have a yard sale if no one has money to spend. The best days for garage sales are Friday and Saturday.

PRICE YOUR STUFF

Yes, it takes a little extra time to put price tags on everything. But this is America. We use price tags. If you don’t have tags, some people will get annoyed and leave. Most people don’t want to have to ask you the price or name a price for everything. To make things easier on you, you can have a $1 or $5 area where all the items in that area are that price.

KEEP IT CLEAN

Once you’ve decided which items to sell, it’s time to break out the dust cloths and wipes, and give everything a thorough cleaning. People may shop yard sales for bargains, but that doesn’t mean they want to sort through someone else’s dirty, dusty toys and glassware. Having a heavy layer of dust on something is a big turnoff and paints the way they’ll see your other items.

PRICE APPROPRIATELY

Try to really determine the item’s worth and what someone would be willing to pay for it. Some people will try to bargain with you, and you

can decide whether or not you’re willing to come down on costs. Be prepared to mark down prices during the last hour of your sale in order to get rid of things. Always mark chipped or cracked items “as is” so buyers know the price is for the item, flaws and all.

DISPLAY YOUR ITEMS NEATLY

Group like objects together (glassware/kitchen items in one place; toys/children’s books in another; and tools/lawn equipment in still another, for example). And think about how you’re displaying each group to its best advantage. This includes hanging up as many clothes as possible and placing items on tables, not the ground. Also, be sure to include some large items, such as furniture, bikes and exercise equipment to draw people in. As an added bonus, you might consider having a “free toy” box and giving each kid that comes to your sale a toy. This could incentivize the parents to buy something. Once your items are on display, walk to the street to get a sense of what your event looks like. Rearrange until everything looks as inviting as possible.

GO IN WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS

Does your neighborhood hold a garage sale? If so, plan your garage sale around that. If not, get together with a few neighbors, friends or family and host a giant garage sale. People find signs saying “two family garage sale” or “neighborhood garage sale” more enticing.

GO ALL-OUT ON MARKETING

The key to a good turnout is promoting your sale well in advance. Post your garage sale information on Craigslist, Facebook, etc. Be sure to use pictures of some of the items you’ll be selling. Obviously, you’ll also

want to hang up signs pointing people to your sale. Make your signs with large, extra bold lettering so they’re easy for drivers to read. Be sure to take down your signs afterward so as not to annoy the neighbors. In all of your promotional efforts, be sure to note the date, time, address, directions, and any other pertinent details such as you’ll accept cash only, you’re selling special heirlooms or collectible items of interest, etc.

GET THE GUYS

Grab a guy’s attention by putting stuff he’ll want to sift through — golf clubs, tools, workout gear, and your nearly new work bench — near the curb. This ups the probability that more couples will stop at your sale. If a guy sees something he likes, he’ll be more patient while his wife browses at your sale.

BE MEMORABLE

Yard sales are all about the spin. Create a unique ambience by putting a checkered tablecloth on a small table. Set out a pot of coffee and some muffins in a basket with a gorgeous napkin, for example. You can charge for those goodies but giving them away for free sets a nice tone. You want your shoppers to feel like they’re having a unique experience — not just sorting through someone else’s stuff. Small bags of popcorn are also an inexpensive way to keep people munching up and down your aisles and piles of good stuff. Or, on a hot summer day, make it a party. There’s nothing like a cool pitcher of lemonade or iced tea to encourage shoppers to linger (and stay hydrated). Offer these drinks for free.

REMEMBER THE SMALL SHOPPERS Those tag-along kids can’t help but want to get “hands-on” with

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your valuables, especially if you’ve been foolish enough to put them at a child’s eye level. Make sure you place only sturdy items or toys on the ground or at the eye level of very small children. If you are selling something especially valuable, look into getting shelving, or put a photo out for shoppers to see — leaving the original in the house. Another crowd pleaser: have a table with crayons and coloring pages for little kids to keep busy while parents shop.

OFFER GIFTS WITH PURCHASE

To incentivize your shoppers, post a sign that for every $25 spent the buyer can pick an item for free. Or, you can wrap up some surprise gifts before the sale and let the buyer choose the one he or she wants to take home. Everyone likes a bargain.

TIPS FOR SHOPPERS SHOW UP EARLY FOR THE BEST DEALS

cheapest deals the later you go. If you’re not so concerned about price but want the best condition items, be the first to arrive at the garage sale or estate sale.

Like annoyingly early. If the garage sale starts at 8 a.m., get there at 7:30 a.m. while they’re setting up. Even if you don’t plan on buying immediately, you can scope out all the deals first thing and come back an hour before they shut down and get at least 20 percent off since the sellers will be ready to get rid of their inventory at that point.

DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR A DEAL

Garage sale sellers expect to lower prices on most items. Name your price and be willing to meet the seller in the middle. Be sure to bring plenty of $1s, $5s, $10s and $20s to make the negotiation process less awkward (so you don’t have to hand someone $20 for an item you just negotiated down to $10).

WAIT UNTIL LAST DAY

For estate sales in particular, everything gets marked way down the last day. It might be picked over, but you’ll get the

TAME THE MULTI-FAMILY BEAST

Multi-family means more variety to buy. If more than one family is participating, set a standard for how items will be priced. Talk to one another about what to charge for similar items. If everyone is selling towels or dishes, they should be priced alike. Also, have a system for keeping up with who is selling what. Use initials on the pricing stickers. Then, at the checkout table, have a page for each person. When a customer wants to check out, write down the amounts from the pricing stickers on each person’s page and then total the sale with a calculator. Each page is tallied at the end of the day and balanced against the money in the cash box. If extra money is in the box, split it evenly. If the bank comes up short, spilt the difference evenly.

HOW TO BARGAIN Many garage sale hosts are ready to wheel and deal. But always remember: be fair. If they wanted to give the item away, they would have done that already. Here’s an example of how to bargain:

“THE PRICE IS $20.” You think it’s worth about $10, and you’re willing to pay maybe $12.

“WILL YOU TAKE $7?” You know this seems low, but it gives you room to come up on your price. The seller will probably counter.

“NO, BUT I WILL TAKE $15.” That gives you the opportunity to counter with your final offer.

CHECKOUT AREA

Have a designated area for checkout that includes a small table or desk and chair, calculator, electrical outlet with extension cord, batteries for trying out electronics, plastic grocery bags and small boxes, and make sure the area is visible. You may want to have a trash bag handy too because trash seems to accumulate sometimes.

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“HOW ABOUT 12?” That sounds much better than $8, and the seller will likely agree.

If they don’t budge, you’ll have to decide if you’re willing to pay $15, which is still cheaper than $20, or walk away.

ITEMS TO GRAB FURNITURE Whether you’re buying it from Target or from a dedicated store, furniture can be expensive. Garage sales are a great place to score solid pieces that were built to last, or pieces that can inspire you to make it your own. Keep an eye out for older, heavy-duty pieces that are sturdy and high-quality. Look for manufacturers’ marks and clues about how it’s made. Those details can help you figure out how much to pay and if it’s worth refinishing.

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING Kids grow fast, which means they don’t wear things for very long. Garage sales can be a fantastic way to score gently used clothing for your little ones. Look for quality brands and items that will cost you more in the store, such as blue jeans, holiday or formal outfits, sweaters, boots and jackets. The going rate for kids’ clothes at a garage sale is about 50 cents to $1 per piece. Should you find a box or bin of things you like, do a quick count and then offer the seller a fair price for the whole thing. Usually they are happy to see someone else use what was only taking up space in their drawers.

OUTDOOR DÉCOR Look for things you can spray paint to bring them back to life. Metal lanterns, anything cast iron, and heavy-duty outdoor tables and chairs (yes, even plastic) can be great finds to liven up your patio or garden.

CRAFT SUPPLIES Once in a while, you can score collections of craft supplies that someone’s been amassing. Think: ribbon, fabric, scrapbooking supplies such as paper, cutters or books. Look for unique items that might inspire you: beads, tiles, stamps, pinecones, glass, etc.

CURTAINS AND WINDOW TREATMENTS High-quality curtains and window treatments can often be found in classic styles, colors and fabrics. Don’t forget to measure your windows before you leave the house, and bring your tape measure with you. Once you make a purchase, consider having it dry-cleaned or professionally laundered.

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With 100 acres filled with features where visitors can enjoy the wonders of nature, art, education, and family fun, THE GATHERING PLACE is designed to bring together people of all ages and backgrounds. By Michele Chiappetta Photos by Sarah Eliza Roberts

On Sept. 8, the Gathering Place of Tulsa opens officially to the public. This immense riverfront public park and destination spot is designed to bring together people of all ages and backgrounds. With 100 acres filled with features where visitors can enjoy the wonders of nature, art, education, and family fun, the Gathering Place is driving ahead on all cylinders to provide something for everyone. Creating a community space that is truly inclusive is central to the park’s goals, explains Gathering Place executive park director Tony Moore. “We have specific goals [ for the next few years] that align with our mission, which is to have a park of unity that helps bring the four corners of Tulsa together in one space,” he says. “We want all cultures to embrace the park as their own.” Millions of dollars have been donated to bring the Gathering Place to fruition — $465 million so far, to be exact — the largest gift to a municipality in the history of the United States. Of these funds, $400 million has come from private donations made by organizations like the George Kaiser Family Foundation. More than 80 corporate and philanthropic organizations are involved so

far. The remaining $65 million was invested by the City of Tulsa and Tulsa County to pay for infrastructure. Though the Gathering Place is labeled a public park, it’s so much more than that. “Oklahoma has some awesome parks,” Moore says. “But the Gathering Place, because of its wide range of content, is simply not your typical park. Tulsans have in mind what they’re more familiar with, but the Gathering Place is unique. It’s almost one linear mile running north and south. People are blown away by the scale and size and range of content.” For starters, says Moore, there are the SemGroup Sports Courts, which allow visitors to play basketball, volleyball, street hockey and street soccer. There’s a skate park, and there are BMX tracks for expert, intermediate and beginner riders. And there are walking and biking trails too, along the Arkansas River. Water lovers will enjoy Peggy’s Pond, where they can ride kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats. “Visitors can enjoy the tranquil waters,” says Moore. At the nearby ONEOK Boathouse, visitors can take in the gorgeous atmosphere as they relax waterside.

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For the safety of everyone, visitors must fully comply with all posted Gathering Place rules. In addition to general rules below, select park features have additional rules that must be followed to ensure that the park is enjoyable and safe for all. • No glass bottles. •N o amplified sound devices; please use headphones to enjoy your music.

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Moore and his staff and volunteers hope to see visitors not just from the Tulsa area, but from Oklahoma City, Arkansas, Kansas and other states. Entrance to the park is free, made possible by generous donations from the Tulsa philanthropic community. The Gathering Place opens to the public with a free concert by The Roots on Sept. 8, kicking off 100 days of fun and special events to celebrate the opening.

•S kates, skateboards, scooters, roller blades, bicycles and powered ride vehicles (except for ECVs used by mobility-impaired guests) are allowed only in designated areas. •R ock and structure climbing is prohibited unless designated; ask a Gathering Place staff member if you have any questions. •T he open or concealed carry of guns, knives or other weapons is strictly prohibited. •N o drones or other radio-controlled equipment are to be operated at Gathering Place.

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Art is a big part of the park as well, with installations by both local and national artists. The Boathouse features an interactive cloud chandelier by nationally renowned new media sculptor Jen Lewin; the chandelier shifts in reaction to visitors’ movements. There is also a Cabinet of Wonder made by awardwinning artist Mark Dion. “It’s a vast collection of artifacts from around the world,” Moore explains. “There’s a story attached to each unique piece and where he acquired it from.”

There’s even a Reading Tree, which allows the Gathering Place to promote reading among children. The space will open once Tulsa’s children have read a collective 2 million books. “We want to be at the forefront at promoting reading,” says Moore. The Gathering Place will also provide story time in the park, a mobile library, STEM-inspired programming and other educational activities.

•N o transport devices larger than a child’s wagon (other than wheelchairs).

The Gathering Place hosts a restaurant too, with an outdoor bar. “We thought this would be a great way to have a platform to speak about food from a healthy point of view,” Moore says. The chef is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and will be incorporating authentic cuisine into the Gathering Place’s events.

Among the special features for children are custom-designed wooden playground equipment that looks like animals; bridges and towers, the tallest rising to 63 feet; a water maze; and a safe zone where toddlers can play separately from older children. It’s all designed to be fun for kids and relaxing for parents.

•N o smoking permitted (traditional or e-cigarettes) except in designated areas.

The Williams Lodge is another cool space — a place to invite gatherings under one vast roof. “It’s like a ski lodge on steroids,” Moore says. The Lodge covers 25,000 square feet, with a gorgeous, three-story stone fireplace and a patio offering fantastic views of the park.

For families, the Gathering Place offers great spaces for play, geared toward different age groups. “There are seven different realms of play for children ages 2 to 12,” says Moore. “We pride ourselves in saying this is a park for all Tulsans, but we have also specifically focused in on kids. We have a lot of activities for families and kids.”

“The Boathouse has a one-of-a-kind roof, made with tall white acrylic fiberglass, stunning white surfaces and shapes. There’s nothing like it,” says Moore. “We have an overlook attached to the roof structure where we can host 300 people. The vistas from that perch is quite outstanding. You can see the lit skyline of downtown Tulsa, the Great Lawn [where outdoor events will be held], and Peggy’s Pond.”

•N o pets other than service animals are allowed in play areas unless otherwise authorized; pets will be allowed on the Midland Valley and riverfront trails and during designated days as published.

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HH HOMEGROWN HEROES “They need you every day to be their cheerleader.”

AMIE HARDY

One way Hardy and her teachers do this is by regularly providing snacks and breakfast for the students. “A lot of our students are coming from a lower income environment, and we provide a healthy snack like granola bars for children who may need to eat.”

Alternative Advocate While principal is her official title, “cheerleader” may be a more fitting unofficial title for Jenks’ Amie Hardy, who works with students who are challenged in earning a diploma in the traditional high school setting. BY LINDSAY MORRIS || PHOTOS BY MARC RAINS Amie Hardy is no ordinary principal. She’s the kind of principal who knows each one of her students by name and will do just about anything to make sure they get through high school. While principal is her official title, “cheerleader” may be a more fitting unofficial title for this principal of Jenks Alternative School. Jenks Alternative School is a place for students “who have an issue with transitioning into the high school with the 3,000 students there,” Hardy says. Some students need a little more attention, and Hardy’s school provides that, with a student-toteacher ratio of 15 to 1.

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Hardy and her teachers are also known to regularly provide pancake or muffin breakfasts for the students. One of Hardy’s favorite memories as principal at Jenks Alternative School was when a tutor at the school made a donation and asked her to buy a gift for each student. “I let the students request what they wanted, and most of them wanted food. I went to Wal-Mart for four hours and filled four carts.” One of her greatest joys during her time at Jenks Alternative School was watching each student open their gift.

Many of these students would have a challenging time earning a diploma in the traditional high school setting.

During Hardy’s 15 years as principal at Jenks Alternative School, each student who has earned his or her diploma under her watch is someone who was struggling to make it through high school for one reason or another. “Every student that graduates and gets their high school diploma is a success story.”

Jenks Alternative School is unique in several ways. For one, students are offered counseling for issues like alcohol and anger management. The school also has a senior strategies class that teaches about college education and career tech opportunities and a life skills class that teaches about grocery shopping, finances, and other essential tasks. Additionally, students at the alternative school can take any elective or extracurricular at the main high school that they are interested in.

“All students have to come through an interview process and have to be referred by a teacher or counselor,” Hardy says. “During the interview, we

Jenks Alternative School works with about 130 students, and Hardy says it’s very important to her personally to go the extra mile for her students.

Hardy’s career didn’t begin in education. With a degree in psychology, she started her career in youth mental health at Tulsa Boys Home, St. John

Students who attend Jenks Alternative School receive a Jenks High School diploma, but they are able to earn their credits through trimesters rather than semesters. That means they have an extra trimester to earn credits. They can also earn credits through working while in school.

see if they’re willing to make a change and adjust whatever they were doing.”

HOMEGROWN HEROES HH Medical Center and Grand Lake Mental Health. “I did everything from taking students to medical appointments, breaking up fights at school, treating head lice and even assisting in the removal of children from abusive home situations,” Hardy says. “I knew each day that I could not do this for an extended period of time; it just wasn’t for me.” While Hardy was working in youth mental health, she visited many clients at middle schools. During one of her frequent visits to a school, a principal approached her and asked if she’d ever thought about teaching “those kids.” “I didn’t like his descriptor, but I definitely liked the thought of summers off,” Hardy says.

So she started her teaching career in the basement of Central Middle School in Bartlesville with “those kids.” From there, she was asked to start an alternative school program at Skiatook Public Schools.

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“Talk about a one-room school house. I was given a classroom that was an old chorus room with wooden risers that I had to tear down myself in an elementary school gymnasium! I was the only teacher, with no administrator and no money,” Hardy says. From Skiatook, she made her way to Owasso Public Schools to once again run their alternative program, this time as an administrator. She was given the opportunity to hire teachers and create a safe academic environment for a larger student body. The alternative program actually held classes in a random restaurant, which is now Fish Bones Bar in Owasso. Fifteen years ago, Hardy was approached to head up the alternative program at Jenks. “I wake up every day loving my job as JAC principal, my fellow administrators, teachers and my students. I’m so excited to see how many walk across that stage at the end of the year,” Hardy says. “In my time in public education, I have had the privilege of watching over 1,000 students walk across the stage who possibly may not have seen that day if it were not for our efforts. To me, there is no greater professional opportunity we are given each year than to be a part of the success story of our students.”

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A day of tailgating starts with a good plan and the right mindset. Become a parking-lot MVP with these tips for the perfect football party.

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Sports inspire a host of traditions, but few are as beloved and revered as a football game tailgate complete with the smell of brats, a diving catch onto the hood of a neighboring car and the mix of music genres. Possibly one of the best pregame activities of all time, tailgating combines food, drinks and football with a rallying community of fans. The job of the tailgate guest is easy: Show up, grab a burger, pound a beer and fling a football. But the job of the tailgate host is considerably trickier. In order to throw a successful parking lot party that makes guests forget they have tickets to an actual game, you’ll have to pull out all the stops, which can be an undertaking. These tips will help make the process easier.

What should I bring? Besides the food, beverages and condiments of your choosing, there are many other tailgating accoutrements to consider. As with any party or gathering, it’s better to overprepare than to be caught off guard. Here are the necessities:

• Ice: Bring as much as possible; you can’t have enough. • Trash bags • Paper towels • Foil: Bring double the amount you think you’ll need. • Wet wipes and hand sanitizer • Charcoal: Bring extra, especially if it’s a windy day.

• Propane or butane tank • Tongs: One for raw meat, one for cooked meat. • Spatulas • Bottle openers: And a few extra, as these tend to disappear. • Plastic baggies • Disposable plates, cups and cutlery • First-aid kit • Jumper cables • Car phone charger • Extension cord • Portable fire extinguisher • Sunscreen • Portable tables and chairs • Duct tape: Roughly 90 percent of the problems that come up, including that mouthy fan of the other team, can be solved with this gift from God.

Days before the tailgate

Make a list of everything you need to bring. Divide it into categories: food, drinks, cooking accessories and utensils, tableware and miscellaneous. Check off each item before you leave on game day to make sure nothing is left behind. Look into the rules of the tailgating venue regarding where to park, grilling practices and alcohol consumption. Know what to expect before arriving. Prepare what you can in advance. Form burger patties the night before the game and pack them between layers of wax paper. Start cooking chili or pulled pork in the slow cooker. Marinate meat and skewer it if you’re making kabobs. Slice and package burger toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, onions and cheese. Freeze water bottles to use both as ice in the cooler and for drinking water. Choose your guests carefully. Anyone you feel you “have” to invite is someone you probably shouldn’t invite. Find another time for paybacks or fulfilling obligations. Assuming you’re going to have a few couples, you should start with a small group that’s comfortable with each other, adding a couple of new people to freshen things up. If you

want, you can give guests food or decorating assignments to make them feel more a part of things.

Morning of the tailgate

Pack the coolers. Ideally, you’ll have three: one for raw meat, one for cooked meat and sides, and one for beverages. Be sure all items are chilled and packed in watertight containers. The denser you pack your coolers, the colder they’ll stay. Check your list. Then check it again. Then one last time before you leave. And don’t forget the tickets.

At the tailgate

Pick a good spot. Select a location that’s easy to find, near a bathroom and close to other tailgaters. The earlier you show up, the better your options will be. Plan to arrive three to four hours before the game starts. Set up your base camp and start grilling. Food should be ready two hours before the game starts, leaving you and your guests enough time to eat, clean up and head to your seats. Be respectful of the location and to other tailgating parties. Don’t leave garbage behind, avoid getting belligerently drunk and limit smack talk to the rival team’s fans. Your group and

space should exude class and a fun atmosphere. And don’t look too comfortable. Tired-looking people reclining everywhere in chairs makes others wonder why any of your guests even bothered to leave home that day. Tired of flies and unwanted bugs hovering around? Keep your drink bug and debris free by turning cupcake wrappers upside-down over the opening of your drink. Shove a straw through for easy access. Protect your food with picnic nets. Remember you didn’t invite them and germ carrying bugs can ruin the look of your party. If you’re in the middle of a crowd, help your friends find you by flying a large helium balloon attached to a long string. Send your guests directions the night before if you know where you’ll be. If you have to wing it, send directions as soon as you park so that you’re not bombarded with texts and calls while trying to set up camp or cook. When it comes time to pack up, be thorough. Be sure all trash is thrown away in a designated place and that all coals or fires are extinguished. To make cleanup faster, bring your dishes and utensils in a plastic tub. Line the tub with a trash bag and put all the dirty dishes back in when you’re finished.

Deck out your tailgating area with decorations that represent your team. Hang pennants, and color coordinated tablecloths, plates and cups in team colors. Making Jell-O shots in team colors (or the rival’s “blood”) is another fun way to show your spirit. Tailgating is not just hanging out for a couple of hours in a parking lot; it can last an entire day. Break up the lull and get everyone on their feet with some yard games. You could always purchase some game sets, but with a little effort and the help of some power tools, you can build your own. Building a few sets of cornhole boards and ring toss games is easier than you think. Or you can keep it casual with homemade diced darts made with giant foam dice. A highstakes giant-sized balancing block tower game is a sure way to ramp up the excitement. In any case, a bit of friendly competition creates the perfect ice breaker for any gathering. And finally, you know what’s more fun that postgame traffic? Postgame tailgating. Fire that bad boy grill up again or just relax and complain about all the bad calls your team got while everyone else sits in cars trying to get away.

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GREEN COUNTRY IS ABUZZ WITH BEES. WITH A DEMAND FOR LOCAL HONEY, GETTING HIVE-MINDED HAS LOCAL FAMILIES FINDING NEW REVENUE STREAMS AND WELCOME DISTRACTIONS TO ALREADY BUSY LIVES. BY JENNIFER ZEHNDER All across the state, people are raising bees. Whether you want to aid in the restoration of declining bee populations, boost your garden efforts, escape your daily grind, produce, consume and sell your own healthy bee products, or simply test drive an affordable homestead hobby — beekeeping can be a rewarding venture for just about everyone.

A Family Affair

It’s early morning in Peggs, Okla., as the sun peeks out from behind some trees and bathes the beehives in a warm glow. Inside and all about, the hives’ industrious inhabitants go about their daily chores — tending to larva, collecting pollen, and taking care of their respective queens. It’s a peaceful scene and one that David and Jessica Spencer have come to appreciate as a welcome distraction from their full schedules. “We own several businesses, and beekeeping is an escape from our busy lifestyle,” Jessica explains. “We’ve found that when you have 20,000 bees buzzing around

you, it’s difficult to worry about customer and tenant issues.” The Spencers began their bee adventure as a family seven years ago. Their children, Layne, 10, and Madalynn, 8, have been raised as beekeepers and are ready hands when it comes to working and harvesting the hives. Jesse Maner, a family friend, is also an integral part of the family beekeeping operations, which currently numbers 19 hives.

BEEKEEPING BY THE NUMBERS 6-8 Weeks: The average lifespan of a worker bee in the summer; queens live between 3-5 years 1/12 Teaspoon: Amount of honey produced by a worker bee in its lifetime 12 MPH: Average rate of speed for a honeybee 2,000-3,000: The amount of eggs produced per day by the queen in summer 50-100: Number of flowers

Raising bees has provided its share of learning opportunities, says David. Enlisting a mentor was an important first lesson.

visited during one collection flight from the hive 1 Ounce: Amount of honey it would take to fuel a bee’s flight around the world 60,000-80,000: Number of bees in a colony at peak population (mid-summer) 1/3: The amount of all food Americans eat that is directly or indirectly derived from honeybee pollination $20 Billion: Worth of bee pollination to the U.S. farming industry 200: How many times a bee’s wings will stroke per second $20-25: Average cost of a quart of honey in the region Under $500: Start-up cost for a hive, bee equipment and packaged bees American Beekeeping Federation, Beesource.com, pollinator.org

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Layne, David, Jessica and Madalynn Spencer, along with family friend Jesse Maner, have made beekeeping a family affair.

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“Honestly, we didn’t do much research at all. We decided after reading an ad in the paper to get some bees and try it. We purchased the book Beekeeping for Dummies [by Howland Blackiston] at the same time that we joined the waiting list for our first hive.” Unfortunately, the family lost their initial hive that first winter. The Spencers enlisted the help of local beekeeper Roy Hall later that spring. Encouraged by his mentoring visits, the family purchased four hives from their trusted beekeeper, signed up for various beekeeping forums,

Homestead Hobby

It’s early evening in Vian, Okla., as the sun starts its subtle retreat and casts a hint of shade upon the beehives. Outside their colorful boxes, thousands of bees beard — or collect — in an effort to cool their hive amid the high humidity and stifling heat. Off in the distance, assorted chickens scratch around lush gardens and diverse flowerbeds as Grant and Brooke Tracy make their way to the family’s bee yard.

and even posted ads for honeybee swarm removal services. The family spends an estimated 50plus hours annually tending to their bee friends, which includes checking for swarm cells throughout April, harvesting twice a year, and winterizing the hives in late fall. The investment is well worth the sweet reward, Jessica says, especially since they’ve been able to supplement costs by building their own boxes, adding swarms, and selling excess honey locally.

up to 40 percent with beehives nearby. The learning experience is rewarding as well. Bees are absolutely fascinating creatures,” she says. “As for cons — maybe being stung isn’t for everyone. However, it doesn’t bother us too much. On average, we are each stung about 10 times a year, which isn’t much considering the amount of bees we encounter.”

“Of course the honey is the biggest reward for any beekeeper. If you have a garden, the production could increase

Want a rewarding hobby, David asks? “Hive in. It’s interesting and has been around forever,” he explains. “Bees are an essential part of life, and the world needs more people to help protect them.”

mix. Conscientious stewards of their environment, the Tracys have tapped a host of resources — the library,

Internet (Google and YouTube), local bee clubs and word of mouth from other beekeepers — to aid them in

Just three years into their beekeeping hobby, the couple continues to enjoy the lessons and contributions bees have added into their homestead

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Grant and Brooke Tracy have found beekeeping a rewarding part of their part-time homesteading efforts.

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GC GREEN COUNTRY SCENE ABRIDGED GLOSSARY Beehive: A structure in which bees are kept; dome or box; tree hollow in nature. Colony: Group or “family” of bees within the hive that are socially organized around the queen bee. Drones: Male bees, whose main function is to fertilize the queens outside of their hive; very small percentage of the total colony; expelled from the hive each fall. Frames: Removable wooden structures placed in the hive; bees build their comb within them; allows for easy inspection. Honey: Sweet, viscous product created by bees from nectar. Pollen: Very small dustlike grain produced by flowers; male germ cells of the plant; provides a protein source for honeybees. Queen: Only fertile female bee in a colony; lays all of the eggs and serves as the central focus of the colony; only one queen per colony. Swarming: Action of a colony finding a new home; how honeybees expand their population. Worker: Infertile female bee; do all of the work in the hive and forage for food.

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their journey. Of course, the bees have proved themselves some of their best teachers. “Bees are awesome. Their society is so developed, and they have such interesting lives,” Brooke shares. “We’ve learned a ton, and are constantly learning new things about their lifestyles and how to keep the hives healthy. There are so many details about the rituals they have and how they work — it’s a wealth of information waiting to be learned.” Like many, the Tracys began with a hive starter kit. Buying new equipment gave them the opportunity to learn the parts of their hive while putting it together. Their packaged bees also gave them hands-on experience in manipulating a small colony. As their colony grew, so did their knowledge. They were able to witness its growth from a small group to a fruitful honey-producing colony. Today, the couple and their daughter Althea, 6, have expanded their bee hobby into a six-hive setup, harvesting once a year. Just like the Spencer family, the

Tracys find their bee work a rewarding break from their public careers. Brooke is a high school biology and chemistry teacher and Grant is a touring musician in a popular Red Dirt band. “You have to check the hives regularly, but it doesn’t take a lot of time — checking for intruders, making sure they’re healthy, looking for any abnormalities or other issues,” Grant says. “You could spend a lot of time when splitting hives, collecting honey, and so on.” According to the couple, beekeeping has been a blast. “We’re so glad we are doing this. We think more people should look into it and enjoy what there is about bees. The bees need our help and we need them. It’s great for the environment, great for your gardens and those of your neighbors, improvement of local pollination, free honey and other bee products,” Brooke says. “I don’t think anyone who tries beekeeping will be disappointed.”

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Ride About Now BECOMING A BIKE COMMUTER MIGHT SEEM DAUNTING, BUT THE BENEFITS CAN BE WORTH IT: EXERCISING REGULARLY, SAVING MONEY, DECREASING YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT, AND ABSOLVING YOURSELF OF GUILT OVER THAT OFFICE DOUGHNUT. BY JOHN TRANCHINA There are all kinds of benefits to ditching the car and biking to work, not the least of which is saving gas money. Riding your bike to work is good exercise and could certainly help you lose weight, as well as be a good way to release some stress and get those endorphins pumping. Tulsa resident Jon Haring, 46, has been commuting with his bicycle since he was a student at Bishop Kelley High School in the late ‘80s. Graduating in 1990, Haring still rides his bike to work about twice a week, traveling about 20 miles round-trip. “It clears my head,” says Haring, who works for Meals on Wheels, so his job sometimes requires his car, which is why he doesn’t ride every day.

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“I get up in the morning and I get kitted up and I start riding, and by the time I get to work, I haven’t had any coffee yet, but I’m already alert, I’ve already kind of planned my day. I don’t listen to music when I ride, so it just kind of helps me process all the background noise in my head, and by the time I hit my office, I know my direction already. And the same is true ( for the ride home) if I’ve had a hard day at work.” For those considering taking that step, Haring

has helped us compile some guidelines, some born out of common sense, some from experience, to help make the transition a bit smoother. CHECK WITH YOUR BOSS This may seem obvious, but you should let your boss know beforehand that you intend to start biking to work, if only to ensure there is an adequate and acceptable spot at your workplace to store the bicycle during your shift. “Check with your boss, because where you think you might want to leave your bike, your boss could say, ‘Oh, you can’t put it in that hallway because

if the fire marshal walks through here, you can’t have that,’” Haring says. “My boss was all for it. But you want a place where you can store your bike that’s out of the weather, preferably.” MAKE SURE YOUR BIKE FITS YOU PROPERLY This is easy to overlook, but if your seat is not adjusted properly, you could end up gradually developing recurring-use injuries. And since those take a while to manifest themselves, you may not notice it until it’s too late. “You want a bike that fits you right,” Haring says. “If your seat is too high, you can pull a hamstring and if your seat is too low, you can rip your patella tendon. I have done both. For the occasional weekend ride, you won’t notice that, but it’s the repetitive nature of it. If you’re doing it more and more, you’ll start to get that damage.”

CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE CAREFULLY Avoid major intersections as much as possible, utilizing residential neighborhoods when possible, and don’t be shy about using sidewalks when necessary. “On my commute, there’s like a two-block stretch where I’ll just ride on the sidewalk because it’s such a busy intersection. I’m not getting on that street,” he says. “It’s mostly industrial, mostly work trucks. If I rode on the street, I would probably be fine, but bicycles are allowed to ride on the sidewalk, so if it’s safer for all parties involved, I don’t mind doing it.” BE PREPARED FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS It should go without saying that trying to bike to work in snow or icy conditions probably isn’t the safest idea, but rain isn’t necessarily a deal-breaker, as long as you are prepared. You can be covered to prevent yourself from getting wet, and there are relatively inexpensive fenders you can put on your bike (and that you can somewhat easily take off again when it isn’t wet out) that will prevent the road water from being kicked up all over you while you’re riding. In dry, colder weather, Haring points out that you shouldn’t get too bundled up because your body will warm up as you ride, and it’s difficult to take layers off in transit. But definitely protect your hands and feet, the only areas of your body that won’t be actively moving. Haring suggests thick gloves and boots or slip cover booties that go over your shoes. LEAVE ENOUGH TIME “The average person who is slightly active can ride about 12 miles an hour,” Haring says. “Say somebody lives about 8 miles from work, that’s a 40

minute bicycle ride. As you get better and fitter, you’ll obviously go faster.” BE PREPARED TO COOL DOWN AND CHANGE YOUR CLOTHES You’re not going to want to ride to work in your suit or whatever your work outfit is (unless you work at a gym, perhaps), so wear workout clothes when you ride and then change into legitimate work attire once you arrive. “I keep a towel and a spray bottle full of soap water, and I just kind of rinse off at work,” Haring says. “Allow yourself 1520 minutes once you get there to cool down, change and get yourself cleaned up. I also use baby wipes.” MAKE SURE OTHERS CAN SEE YOU ON THE ROAD This may seem obvious, but since cars are not necessarily looking out for cyclists, you need to make sure they can see you. That means wearing bright or reflective clothing, having lights on your bike, or all of the above, especially in the dark. BE POLITE TO CARS You don’t own the road, and while cars have to account for bicycle riders, you are not entitled to do whatever you want out there. In other words, respect the car drivers, for both their safety and yours. WATCH FOR PARKED CARS If there’s a row of cars to your right, leave at least 3 to 4 feet of space between you and the doors just in case a driver opens a door without checking first for cyclists. COMMUNICATE WITH CARS AS BEST YOU CAN Similar to the last point, this is all about making sure everyone on the road is well-informed and reduces the chances of an

accident. Since bikes don’t have turn signals, you need to find another way to inform other cars what your intentions are. “I always use hand signals,” Haring says. “I wear white gloves, and in addition to using the standard car signals, left and right turn, I will also point so cars know where I’m going. If I’m at an intersection and a car is facing me and they don’t have a dedicated left turn, I’ll just kind of wave, point to me and point to what direction I’m going, so that they don’t have to wait for me. Just keep good communication with the other people who are using the road.” BE PREPARED FOR THINGS TO GO WRONG The most likely problem you might run into is getting a flat tire while riding. Be ready for any eventuality by carrying the proper gear in your backpack. “Always carry things for a flat,” Haring said. “You may think, ‘I’m only going a few miles,’ but if you get a flat, 3 miles can seem a lot further, all of a sudden. I always carry two tubes, tire-changing tools, a multi-tool for my bicycle and a pump. Patch kits are slow and they don’t work very well.” CONNECT WITH OTHER RIDERS Other cyclists are your best allies in finding bike-friendly roads. Attention to detail matters when balancing on a few square inches of rubber. Regular riders know a city’s contours, bottlenecks and the school driveways where texting parents behind the wheel can pull out without looking. If you don’t know any bike commuters, seek out a nearby cycling advocacy group. Often these organizations publish maps showing bike-friendly and ride-at-your-ownrisk routes.

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— BEFORE YOU RIDE — BE AWARE OF THESE RULES Always find and study local laws in areas you’ll be riding or commuting. Drivers are usually required to move over one lane when passing a cyclist on multilane roads. In other circumstances, drivers must move over 3 feet for cyclists when passing. They are not allowed to cross a double-yellow line. There is no law requiring the use of helmets, though their use is encouraged. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nine of 10 cyclists killed are not wearing helmets. Only 20-25 percent wear helmets. You can get a ticket while riding a bicycle. Cyclists have almost the same rights as drivers — meaning it is lawful for them to travel in a lane, even if there is a designated bike lane available— so they must follow all applicable rules like going with traffic, not against it. Bicycles are supposed to stay in the right-most lane except when it is not safe to do so, or when they’re going the same speed as motor vehicles or making a left turn. Cyclists are allowed to ride a maximum of two abreast in a lane. Riders can carry belongings so long as they maintain one hand on the handlebars at all times. It is unlawful to carry more people than the bicycle is designed or equipped for. That means you can get an attachable seat for your infant to ride with you, and a couple can ride a tandem bicycle, but your buddy can’t ride on the handlebars. If five or more vehicles are lined up behind a cyclist, the cyclists are usually legally obligated to move off the roadway when it is safe to do so. Cyclists are allowed to run a traffic signal if the traffic signal did not detect them. They have to wait two light cycles, then must yield to pedestrians and other traffic.

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GETTING HEALTHY IN YOUR HEAD IS THE FIRST STEP TO GETTING HEALTHY ANYWHERE ELSE. OFTEN IT’S SOME SORT OF MENTAL BLOCKAGE THAT KEEPS US STUCK ON THE COUCH, TOSSING AND TURNING ALL NIGHT, OR STRESS EATING

By Tiffany Duncan counselor at Plumbline Ministries in south Tulsa because there was just something to the sound of that name. Deep inside of me I knew something was very, very off, and it was keeping me stuck in a cycle I desperately needed to escape. Plumbline sounded like a place that was going to help me get down in there and dig out the clogs. And for the next almost two years, they did. I am not being dramatic when I say it absolutely changed my life. With the help of my counselor, I was able to see certain patterns, habits, and negative ways of thinking I’d gotten stuck in because of things that had happened in my past, When it comes to working out, eating well, getting enough sleep, and just generally living a healthy lifestyle overall, there’s one element that often gets left out of the picture. It’s something you can’t just pop like a vitamin, or drink in a smoothie. It can’t be gleaned through a butt-busting workout. It’s not a quick fix, some miraculous superfood, obscure protein powder, yoga breathing technique, or exotic and expensive mineral water only found in the Swiss Alps. But once you finally discover this elusive element for yourself, it can overhaul your life in ways you never thought possible. So what is it exactly? I’m talking about mental health. Getting healthy in your head is

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the first step to getting healthy anywhere else. Often it’s some sort of mental blockage that keeps us stuck on the couch, tossing and turning all night, or stress eating. I know, because I’ve dealt/deal with severe anxiety and depression. And let me tell you — it’s powerful, and it’s taken a toll on my body in the form of migraines, bouts with severe vertigo, blurred and spotting vision from stress, and weight gain. But one day in 2015, I decided I needed help. I sought out a If you’re not quite ready to visit a counselor, at least go and pick up this amazing book by Rachel Hollis. It’s all about how to stop believing lies about yourself and fully engage with life.

and how I’d learned to see the world from a young age. I started to feel like I could see above the clouds for the first time in years. My counselor equipped me with certain tools to deal with everything ranging from social anxiety to anger to helping me communicate better with my husband. And through all of that, I was able to start dreaming big dreams again and truly believing that I could make things happen. This past December, I felt like I was ready to face the world by myself, but I actually started going back to counseling this month. I’ve just started to feel stuck again in a few areas, and I’ve learned that there is no

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Still working hard and improving at the rock climbing gym. If you haven’t been to the new Climb Tulsa facility off 31st Street and Yale, you need to go.

shame in asking for help. I’ve got big dreams and big plans, and I simply cannot afford to allow my anxiety to live my life for me anymore. I need the help of my counselor to help me see where I’m getting hung up, because often we are too close to the problem ourselves to see it clearly. But a counselor has an unbiased eye and can speak into the crux of the issue and supply powerful clarity.

sometimes we just can’t see in our own lives what a licensed therapist can help us to see.

When we let unexamined wounds control our thoughts and behaviors, that may look like frantically driving to Sonic to order a vanilla diet coke and cheddar bites and to sit there for so long that the carhops start to side-eye your car and wonder if they should call the cops (not that I know from experience or anything). But now, when I start to desperately crave bad-for-me foods or flop onto the couch to watch unholy amounts of Netflix, I know it’s time to check in with myself and see what’s really going on in there.

Getting healthy mentally can be the first step toward breaking out of the cycle of self-sabotage you may have found yourself in. Getting healthy mentally can help you talk down the anxiety that’s telling you everyone is watching and judging you during a fitness class (spoiler alert: they aren’t). Getting healthy mentally can help you stop blowing up with anger at the slightest provocation and deal with what’s really going on. Getting healthy mentally can help you see that you deserve good things, and are allowed to dream big dreams, too.

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Take your mental health seriously. If you’ve ever even mildly considered that it might help you to talk to a counselor, stop reading this right now and go call. If you’ve never considered counseling but feel unhappy, anxious, guilty, angry, resentful, foggy, fearful, or depleted for unknown reasons, stop reading

What are you doing still reading this? Call!

There is, unfortunately, such a stigma surrounding mental health. It’s true that it has gotten more attention in the past couple of years as the term “self-care” becomes more prevalent, but mental health is far more than just getting a massage once a month (although that’s a good start)! Hear me: there is no shame in getting help, because

this right now and go call. You don’t have to live your life in fear and passivity. The hardest step is to actually make the call, but once you do, I promise, if you are honest and open and let all of your ugly hang out, you’re going to come out on the other side a brand-new person.

Personally, I believe everyone needs counseling. Yes, you. Therapy and counseling are not only for those with deep traumas in their past; it’s for anyone that has to live in this broken, jagged world. No one successfully navigates this place without cuts. No one. And those cuts quietly fester for years and years until turning into full-blown — albeit invisible — infections. These are the kind of un-dealt with wounds that can cause heart-pounding insomnia. That make you feel like everyone in the grocery store is staring at you. That cause you to feel so full of some unnamed

shame, you can’t speak kindly to yourself or engage in healthy relationships with others.

Utilizing as many free and cheap resources as she can find in the 918 area, routinely forsaking her fitness comfort zone to discover effective workouts, and cooking more intentionally from home, Duncan is publicly documenting her progress in each issue as she works to lose 30 pounds in 2018.

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HOW DO YOU SAVE MONEY LIVING IN A TOWN THAT IS BEGGING TO BE EXPLORED? IT’S EASIER THAN YOU MIGHT THINK. By Lindsey Mills

Moving is expensive, even when your jobs offer moving bonuses, even when you make a sincere effort to budget accordingly, even when you move to a place where the cost of living is not outrageous. When you pick up your life and plant it somewhere new, it’s going to bite at your bank account. Deposits, moving trucks, furniture ... it all adds up fast. Our excitement about moving overshadowed a lot of rational thought. We fell in love with a house that was outside of our original budget. We spent a lot of money trying new restaurants and cafes. We bought things to transform our house into a home. We went out with co-workers and new friends because after long work days, we were desperate for some time to kick back and relax.

Ask somebody I’ve found that native Tulsans like to talk about Tulsa. Everyone has something good to say about it, and I love it. Ask your cashier at the grocery store. Ask your co-worker. Ask the barista at the local coffee shop. Ask the guy in line with you at the coffee shop. Even if you’re a social butterfly, with all the things going on in this town, there’s a 99.9 percent chance that someone knows about events happening that you don’t. Ask around. You may even hear about something you’ve

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All of those things have been worth spending the extra money, but it isn’t a sustainable way of living. We realized quickly that we need to make a change, and that started with re-evaluating our spending habits. First, we said, “No more eating out.” That lasted all of 24 hours, because the next day we’d go grab dinner after work at a restaurant on Brookside. Next, we said, “We need a budget.” A week later, we would look dumbly at our bank accounts and wonder where all the money went. Finally, we told ourselves, “We won’t buy anything nonessential until our credit cards are paid off.” We work in retail, so I don’t even have to tell you how that one went.

names. We blame you, Tulsa, for being so cool. How do we save money living in a town that is begging for us to explore? We answered that question with a decision to, at least for a little while, only entertain ourselves with things that are free, or at least mostly free. We started doing some research. We asked around, questioning our co-workers and customers about their favorite free activities in Tulsa. We even Googled ‘free events in Tulsa.’ We followed Tulsa social media accounts and kept our eyes peeled for taglines that used the word ‘free.’ An invitation to anybody and everybody with no cover charge attracts us like bees to pollen.

New coffee shops, great breweries, and special events are incessantly calling our

So, how do you find out what’s happening in the 918? Here are a few tips.

never heard of but would really like to try.

minute planning when you have an unexpected day off.

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This has been a great tool for searching for what’s going on in the upcoming days that we might’ve missed via other means of traditional media. This platform does a great job at updating its followers on different kinds of events in the area just before they’re happening, so it’s great for last-

Clearly, you picked up this magazine because you hoped it would give you some ideas about the area and what you might be missing out on. I singled Preview 918 out because I appreciated all of the localized coverage on the area and, being a newbie, I needed help. The site gives a terrific overview of what, when, and where everything is happening in Tulsa.

GUTHRIE GREEN: I’m sure most Tulsa residents know about this perfect little park downtown, but I think very few Tulsa residents take proper advantage of it. I come from a smaller town where there isn’t anything like this park. Soak it up, Tulsa. Free concerts, movie nights, a splash pad, fitness camps … it’s all there for the taking.

THE GREENWAY TRAIL SYSTEM: If you read my last article, you know I think Tulsa’s Greenway system is

for an afternoon read, this is the place. I was surprised to find it uncrowded on a lovely day. Take advantage of this sprawling park by going for a stroll or lounging under the trees. And it’s pet friendly as well.

JUST HANG OUT: You must have heard by now that ‘hammocking’ is officially a verb. Hammocks make it super easy to kick back and relax anywhere you can find two trees. In your backyard or at a park, grab a book, some music, a movie, or whatever floats your boat to enjoy the (hopefully) cooler temps that September brings.

What do we do now? I want to hear your suggestions, whether you’re a native Tulsan or a newbie like us.

top-notch. This amazing trail system is worth the second shoutout. With parks all along the way, you can ride, run, or walk all day long without getting bored. Grab a friend, take a picnic, play some disc golf, snap pictures of the river, read in the shade, and just enjoy this pedestrian paradise.

We want to know where to hang out, pig-out, shop ’til we drop, and everything in between. If you know a place with a great story, share it with us so we can go check it out.

WOODWARD PARK: Words won’t do this garden justice. Whether you need a beautiful background for some photos or just a stunning backdrop

Every day is an adventure with our little family, and I’m sharing our story because I think some people can relate. Follow us on Instagram and/or search #TakenWithTulsa or #NewInTtown to check out our latest adventures as we seek out new experiences and share our advice on how to embrace Tulsa.

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CONFUSED HOW TO BROADEN YOUR BEER HORIZONS FROM THE STANDARDS LIKE COORS AND BUD? LEARNING ABOUT BEER IS EASY AND FUN, AND BEST OF ALL, YOU GET TO LEARN BY TASTING.

Beer was discovered accidentally about 7,000 years ago in what today is Iran, and the frothy, intoxicating drink has been quenching the masses ever since. Ancient Egyptians paid pyramid builders a gallon of beer for a day’s work. The Sumerians worshipped the beer goddess Ninkasi. And the oldest beer recipe on record was written on a 4,000-yearold Sumerian tablet. If fact, many of America’s founding fathers — including Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Ben Franklin and Samuel Adams — were brewers and beer lovers. Today, Americans drink roughly 7.5 billion gallons of beer every year. That’s 27.8 gallons, or roughly 300 bottles, per drinking-age adult. Behind water and tea, beer is the most consumed beverage in the world. Beer often is portrayed as a simple, blue-collar drink, but the truth is that even though every beer includes four basic ingredients (grain, hops, yeast and water), beer is complex. It involves a highly-scientific brewing process and includes hundreds of classifications. Understanding beer can be difficult, but knowing exactly what’s pouring from the tap, can, or bottle can greatly enhance your drinking experience.

As craft brewing has become exceedingly popular across the country, it’s hard to imagine a time when these beers were known only among homebrewers and rogue connoisseurs. While market growth reports speak to a lucrative financial time in the industry (in 2016, craft beer accounted for $23.5 billion in annual revenue in the United States), they also indicate a large, curious consumer base eagerly exploring a previously fringe market.

Many craft brewers also produce seasonal, small-batch and limited-release beers throughout the year. While every new season is the opportunity for something new, fall in particular is prime time for those special selections. Look out for saisons, Oktoberfests, pumpkin ales, smoked porters and barrel-aged stouts. But be quick: Hower warns that many seasonal beers sell out quickly and don’t go back into production until the following year, if at all.

Let’s say you like a light lager or a traditional pale ale, but you’re ready to branch out and aren’t sure where to start. The world of craft beer is so expansive that navigating through the many options can be intimidating. Fortunately, there’s no right answer, and experimentation is the name of the game. From classic lagers to bold IPAs to funky sour ales, each type of beer spawns more sub-categories than drinkers know what to do with.

Beer basically falls into two major classifications due to the yeasts used: ales and lagers.

“Develop your palate slowly and try many different kinds of beer until you start getting a sense of what flavors you like,” says Jason Hower, owner of Kwenchers Wine & Spirits in Owasso.

Ales have been around much longer, dating back thousands of years, and are fermented in warmer temperatures — 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit — for a shorter period of time. Ales are made with top-fermenting yeast that floats during fermentation. Lagers are newer beers, only several hundred years old, and are fermented in cold temperatures— 45-55 degrees Fahrenheit— for a longer period of time. Lagers use bottom-fermenting yeast that sinks during fermentation.

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MARZEN: The name Marzen is derived from the German word for March. Before refrigeration, it was difficult to brew beers during the summer, so many beermakers brewed in March, then kept beer on ice to drink throughout the summer.

BOCK: These have a deep copper to dark brown color. They are the darkest and fullest of all lagers and typically are made from a single Munich malt.

PALE ALE BROWN ALE

Brown ales were popularized in London. As the name suggests, they are a deep amber color. Brown ale has evidence of caramel and chocolate flavors and may have a slight citrus accent or be strong, malty or nutty, depending on the area of brewing.

American pale ales are the lightest ales in terms of color and body. Pale ales are usually hoppy but carry a lower alcohol content than IPAs. Most types of pale ale, which can include American amber ale, American pale ale, blonde ale and English pale ale, are malty, medium-bodied and easy to drink.

KOLSCH: Similar to Marzen, Kolschstyle beer falls into the German lager category, with a hint of grape flavor from the malts used.

PORTER

While porters are dark and full-bodied like stouts, they aren’t quite as strong. The hops flavor in porters can range from bitter to mild, and the beer often has a smoky taste. Porters tend to taste less like coffee than stouts, with more of a chocolatey feel.

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Sour beer has shot up in popularity in the U.S. over the last few years, becoming an enticing beverage to people looking to expand their beer palate or to those wanting to try something new. Highly tart, sour beers can take on many forms, including Belgian-style Lambic beer, fruity Flanders ale and lemony Berliner Weisse beer. With the addition of fruits like cherry, raspberry or peach, sour beers marry sweet and sour to make beer flavors completely unlike the lagers and IPAs of yore.

Wheat beers rely on wheat for the malt ingredient, which gives the beverage a light color and alcohol level that makes it perfect for kicking back with during the summer and for combining it with fruit, like a slice of lemon or orange. Some wheat beers, with their funky and tangy flavors, fall under Belgian-style brews, while the ones made in the U.S. have a light flavor that recalls bread.

India Pale Ales (IPAs), which encompass numerous styles of beer, get their characteristics largely from hops and herbal, citrus or fruity flavors. They can be bitter and contain high alcohol levels, though the final product depends on the variety of hops used. Some IPAs can taste like pure citrus, while others are strong and bitter. IPAs are usually a beer drinker’s first introduction to the world of craft beer.

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The American pale lager is by far the most commonly consumed beer in the United States. Lagers comprised 19 of the top 20 beers sold in America last year, with Anheuser-Busch owning 11 of them. They usually are light in color and flavor, with little or no bitterness from hops.

Pilsners are the most common European lagers in the United States and get their name from the city Plzen̆ in the Czech Republic. They generally are light in body and color with a clean, crisp taste lacking in hoppy flavor. A signature of pilsners is their aggressive carbonation.

What do Those Letters and Numbers Mean? — Typically, there are two or three letter combinations in the beer list and on the label: ABV or ABW: Alcohol by volume or alcohol by weight. This is the amount of alcohol in a container of beer. IBU: International Bitterness Unit measures the levels of hop bitterness.

BLONDE ALE

AMBER ALE

Blonde ales are very pale in color and tend to be clear, crisp, and dry, with low-to-medium bitterness and aroma from hops and some sweetness from malt.

A very versatile beer, amber beers are full bodied malt aromas with hints of caramel.

SRM: Standard Reference Method is the color of the beer in a clear glass on a scale of one to 40 with one being the lightest. In addition to flavor descriptions and what each measurement unit means, craft beer is also described by appearance, flavor, aroma, mouth feel and after taste.

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Stouts are strong in flavor and dark in color. They originated as the strongest form of porter but now are widely considered their own classification. Stouts have a heavy roasted malt flavor and sometimes include coffee, chocolate or caramel tones. Drinking good stout is a rite of passage, a sign that the craft drinker has graduated from pale ales and IPAs. Ireland’s Guinness brand produces some of the world’s most recognizable stout beer. While the darker color of the beer gives the impression it’s tough to drink, these stouts carry sweetness from unfermented sugars that offset any bitterness.

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OATMEAL: These stouts are brewed with oats, and tend to be sweeter and smoother than other stouts.

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D WITH SCHOOL . N A , S K T SNACRE AND AFTER S E B E H AKES T ILDREN BEFO M O H W E N T E L YO U R C H R A P L O AT CO S A-B-C TO FU H T E B N TS T O B E A S E A S Y A A W Y D O E V E R Y BC I P E S , I T W I L L RE SIMPLE by TIFFANY DUNCAN photos by CHELSI FISHER

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The kids are back in school, which means that nice and slow summer schedule is long gone. Now it’s early mornings and permission slips, ballet classs and basketball games. In the whirlwind of activity, it can be easy to skip breakfast in favor of just getting out the door in time. But with a few backpocket recipes, prepping healthy breakfast

options can be a lifesaver on busy mornings and help keep both you and the kids fueled long through the morning.

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It’s also nice to have a few after-school snacks on hand to help hungry kiddos power through homework time or accommodate evening study groups with friends.

PIZZA CRACKERS

Adapted from thereciperebel.com A fun homemade take on bagel bites, these deliciously addicting mini pizzas are the perfect snack to feed a group of hungry kids. Blink, and they’ll be gone! INGREDIENTS:

itz crackers R 1 jar pizza sauce

ini pepperonis m shredded cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven broiler. 2. Line a baking sheet with tin foil and spray with nonstick spray. Place crackers on baking sheet. 3. Assemble as many pizza crackers as desired, using about 1 tsp. of sauce on each one. 4. Broil for 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately (they get soggy if cooled for too long).

FROZEN YOGURT BITES

Adapted from eat-drink-love.com With hearty oats to keep tiny tummies full all morning long, these chewy apple cookies contain no processed sugar and are an excellent breakfast option to grab before heading out the door.

Adapted from happinessishomemade.com Who knew it was so easy to create such a healthy and delicious snack alternative to ice cream? All you need is a silicone ice tray that produces half-inch cubes. INGREDIENTS:

1 container vanilla Greek yogurt of your choice chopped strawberries blueberries DIRECTIONS:

1. Add 2-3 pieces of fruit to the ice trays and top with yogurt, lightly tapping the tray on the counter to make sure yogurt settles into all crevices. Freeze for 3-4 hours.

APPLE CINNAMON BREAKFAST COOKIES

INGREDIENTS:

MONSTER BITES

Adapted from chefsavvy.com Packed with protein, fiber, and some M&Ms for a chocolate kick, these little energy bites are a great grab-and-go breakfast option for every member of the family. INGREDIENTS:

2 ⁄3 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup old fashioned oats ½ cup ground flax seeds 2 Tbsps. honey or pure maple syrup ½ cup M&Ms DIRECTIONS:

1. Combine all five ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. 2. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This is a critical step, as the ingredients need to be chilled to properly come together. 3. Roll into 12 bites. If mix is too dry to roll into balls, add a bit more honey or maple syrup. Store in a zip-close bag for up to a week.

1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 ⁄3 cup coconut oil, melted 1 ⁄3 cup pure maple syrup or agave nectar 1 large apple, peeled and grated (squeeze out some of the juice) 1 cup old fashioned oats ¾ cup whole wheat flour ½ tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 ⁄8 tsp. salt DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place a silicone baking sheet on a pan and set aside. 2. In a large bowl, combine applesauce, coconut oil, maple syrup, and grated apple. 3. In a different bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. 4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and mix until just combined. 5. Drop 1 ½ inch cookies on a baking sheet 2 inches apart. 6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

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If you’re afraid of fats, you’re not alone. For many, fat is a four-letter word, but not all of its forms are worth swearing off. BY TIFFANY DUNCAN •• PHOTOS BY CHELSI FISHER

FOOD FOR THOUGHT FT For most of us, there are many negative connotations surrounding the word “fat.” We are taught to shun fattening foods to the point where simply hearing the word “fat” makes us want to reach for something else. But there’s so much more to that word that we are missing and misunderstanding. It’s actually not about not eating fat; it’s about eating the right kind of fat.

Want, and Free Yourself From Food Drama Forever, fat is one of the four main food groups we should be consuming daily. Leveque refers to these as the Fab Four: proteins, fiber, greens, and fats. The good fats, of course. These include food items like avocado, salmon, flaxseed, walnuts, almond butter, and cooking oils like olive, avocado, and coconut.

According to Kelly Leveque, celebrity health coach based in Los Angeles and author of Body Love: Live in Balance, Weigh What You

Good fats are considered beneficial because they help fuel the body, assist in necessary bodily functions, and even fight

The Good: Unsaturated Fat Unsaturated fat comes from nature, mainly vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fish. This good type of fat is comprised of two groups: monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. Most monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and are thought to reduce the risk of heart disease while also fighting inflammation. Studies show that, though Mediterranean countries enjoy a high-fat diet due to the amount of olive oil they consume, people from this region also have a much lower rate of heart disease than other countries that favor cooking with saturated fats. Besides olive oil, avocado and avocado oil are also good sources of monounsaturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats are even more important in a healthy diet than monounsaturated fats, as polyunsaturated fats are responsible for carrying out essential bodily functions like muscle movement and blood clotting. The body does not naturally produce polyunsaturated fats and so must get it from an outside source. The two main types of polyunsaturated fats are omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids — two terms maybe you’ve heard before but have not known what they meant.

Omega-3s can be found in fatty fish like mackerel, salmon, sardines, walnuts, and flax seeds. Omega-3s have been praised for providing a host of health benefits including reducing harmful cholesterol levels, reducing blood pressure, and helping to prevent stroke and heart disease. Omega-6 fatty acids can also fight heart disease, and can easily be incorporated into your diet by cooking with oils such as grape seed, safflower, soybean, and sunflower.

The Bad: saturated Fats Unlike unsaturated fats, saturated fats should be consumed in moderation. Though saturated fats have some health benefits like aiding brain function and allowing bones to effectively absorb calcium, they can also cause weight gain and drive up cholesterol levels when eaten in excess. Saturated fats largely come from animals and are solid at room temperature, like butter, coconut oil, and cooled bacon grease. Other saturated fats include red meat and rich dairy products like eggs, cheese, and whole milk. Saturated fats can also be

bad cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation. When consumed in the right way and in the proper amount, good fat can also keep you fuller for longer — cutting out the risk of snacking before lunch because you’re absolutely starving by 10 a.m. But let’s back up. What makes a fat good or bad? It all has to do with their chemical structure and how it’s formed or manipulated. Fats can be broken down into three categories.

found in almost every kind of commercially available baked goods and prepackaged snacks.

The Ugly: Trans Fat When it comes to gaining weight, one of the big bad guys largely at fault is trans fat. Though traces of trans fat can occur in some fatty meats and dairy products, it is largely the man-made byproduct of a process called hydrogenation. Hydrogenation manipulates healthy vegetable oils and turns them into solids. Hydrogenating oils is done to create a longer shelf life (this shows up in prepackaged food as “partially hydrogenated oil”) and enhance the overall taste and texture of certain foods. Trans fat was first introduced on the market in margarine, but it is now also found in foods like french fries, doughnuts, frozen pizzas, crackers, and many, many packaged snack foods and baked goods. Trans fat is the most dangerous kind of fat because it possesses zero health benefits; quite the opposite, trans fat causes a myriad major health issues, like raising bad cholesterol levels and increasing the risk of stroke, heart disease, and developing type 2 diabetes.

OliveOil Not all olive oils are created equal; some contain more health-promoting nutrients than others. This can get confusing, as the grocery store offers so many choices of olive oils, it can be daunting to pick one. Basically, olive oils are classified by the processing method used to extract the oils, and if any additives have been added. Here’s a simple guideline: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (often abbreviated EVOO): This is the thoroughbred of olive oils. Extra-virgin means simply the crushed, extracted juices of the olives. EVOO is totally unrefined, meaning no heat has been applied at any point to alter the chemical makeup, and no chemicals have been added. This olive oil will have a fruity, peppery, complex taste and should be served with bread for dipping or in a homemade salad dressing so the oil can really show off. EVOO also contains the healthiest fats and nutrient benefit. Virgin Olive Oil: Though this oil is rarely seen in American grocery retailers, the processing method is exactly the same as extra-virgin (no heat, no chemicals). The only difference is that virgin olive oil contains minimal defects and is not as fruity as extra-virgin. Pure Olive Oil: If a bottle is labeled “pure olive oil” or even just “olive oil,” it is generally a blend of virgin olive oil and refined olive oil. It is lower in quality than both extravirgin and virgin olive oils, has a more neutral flavor, and generally makes a good all-purpose oil for sautéing or roasting veggies (though remember most of the nutrients are contained in EVOO). Light Olive Oil (Refined): In the case of olive oils, the term “light” does not mean less calories. It simply means that because it has been heated and/or had chemicals added to it to remove defects of the fruit, it will have a very light, neutral taste, The smoke point of light olive oil is higher than the other three classes of oil, meaning it’s a good oil to fry or grill with because it won’t burn and smoke as quickly.

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We are tapped into what’s trending and delicious, giving you a first-hand look at where to go, what to eat, where the best cocktails are, and how to map out your culinary adventures in the 918. Whatever your mood, whatever you crave, the 918 has a restaurant or bar sure to satisfy. From local classics to chain favorites, a variety of options catering to every palate and pocketbook are available. For those on the move, search our website database with over 200 restaurants and bars in nearly 20 categories.

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FEATURED LISTINGS ALBERT G’S BAR-B-Q 2748 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa 918-747-4799

SEE AD | PAGE 79

CHIMI’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

6709 E. 81st St. | Tulsa 918-960-2723

BUFFET

FLIP SIDE HWY. 66 DINER

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ALBERT G’S BAR-B-Q

421 E. 1st St. | Tulsa 918-728-3650 SEE AD | PAGE 79

AMAZING THAI CUISINE 1232 E. Kenosha St. | Broken Arrow 918-258-8424 SEE AD | PAGE 43

BAXTER’S INTERURBAN GRILL

717 S. Houston Ave., Suite 100 | Tulsa 918-585-3134 SEE AD | PAGE 79

BROWNIES

2130 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa 918-744-0320 SEE AD | PAGE 21

CAFE OLÉ

3509 S. Peoria Ave. | Tulsa 918-745-6699

DAVE & BUSTER’S

6812 S. 105th E. Ave. | Tulsa 918-449-3100

EL CHICO

9825 E. 21st St. | Tulsa 918-663-7755 SEE AD | PAGE 43

FAT DADDY’S PUB AND GRILLE

8056 S. Memorial Dr. | Tulsa 918-872-6206 SEE AD | PAGE 38

FLO’S BURGER DINER 19322 E. Admiral Place | Catoosa 918-739-4858 SEE AD | PAGE 66

FLO’S BURGER DINER

SEE AD | PAGE 99

CAZ’S CHOWHOUSE

SEE AD | PAGE 66

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CAZ’S PUB

21 E. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa 918-585-8587 SEE AD | PAGE 70

FUJI

8226 E. 71st St. | Tulsa 918-250-1821 SEE AD | PAGE 67

GEORGE’S PUB

108 N. 1st St. | Jenks 918-296-9711 SEE AD | PAGE 60

CELEBRITY RESTAURANT

3109 S. Yale Ave. | Tulsa 918-743-1800 SEE AD | PAGE 81

1304 E. 15th St. | Tulsa 918-587-4411 SEE AD | PAGE 55

8222 E. 103rd St. | Tulsa 918-364-7827

HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa 800-760-6700 SEE AD | PAGE 11

CHIMI’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 5320 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa 918-749-7755

SEE AD | PAGE 55

RIFFS SALSA SLICE THE PERFECT CUP TOBY KEITH’S I LOVE THIS BAR & GRILL

HOOTERS

8108 E. 61st St. | Tulsa 918-250-4668 SEE AD | PAGE 39

IN THE RAW

3321 S. Peoria Ave. | Tulsa 918-744-1300 SEE AD | PAGE 98

IN THE RAW

6151 S. Sheridan Road | Tulsa 918-524-0063 SEE AD | PAGE 98

IN THE RAW

216 S. Main St. | Broken Arrow 918-893-6111 SEE AD | PAGE 98

GOODCENTS DELI FRESH SUBS

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CHIMI’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

REPLAY

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2604 E. 11th St. | Tulsa 918-398-7102

18 E. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa 918-588-2469

MCGILL’S ON 19

INCREDIBLE PIZZA

8314 E. 71st St. | Tulsa 539-302-2681 SEE AD | PAGE 3

JASON’S DELI

8321 E. 61st St. | Tulsa 918-252-9999 SEE AD | PAGE 67

JASON’S DELI

1330 E. 15th St. | Tulsa 918-599-7777 SEE AD | PAGE 67

RESTAURANT + BAR FINDER RB JIM’S CONEY ISLAND 1923 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa 918-744-9018

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NAPA FLATS WOOD‑FIRED KITCHEN 9912 Riverside Parkway | Tulsa 918-948-6505

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JUNIPER

324 E. 3rd St. | Tulsa 918-794-1090 SEE AD | PAGE 7

LANNA THAI

7227 S. Memorial Drive | Tulsa 918-249-5262 SEE AD | PAGE 59

LOS CABOS

300 Riverwalk Terrace #100 | Jenks 918-298-2226 SEE AD | PAGE 9

LOS CABOS

151 Bass Pro Drive | Broken Arrow 918-355-8877 SEE AD | PAGE 9

LOS CABOS

9455 N. Owasso Expressway | Owasso 918-609-8671 SEE AD | PAGE 9

MARYN’S TAPHOUSE AND RAW BAR

400 Riverwalk Terrace, Suite 180 | Jenks 918-946-2796

OL’VINE FRESH GRILL

3523 S. Peoria Ave. | Tulsa 918-747-9463 SEE AD | PAGE 99

14 W. M.B. Brady St. | Tulsa 918-582-3383

111 N. Main St. | Tulsa 918-794-7700 SEE AD | PAGE 7

RICARDOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 5629 E. 41st St. | Tulsa 918-622-2668

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RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT

8330 Riverside Parkway | Tulsa SEE AD | PAGE 100

5 O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE BAR FIRESIDE GRILL

JOHNNY ROCKETS LANDSHARK BAR

3rd and Denver | Tulsa 918-932-8571 SEE AD | PAGE 7

MOLLY’S LANDING

3700 N. Old Hwy 66 | Catoosa 918-266-7853 SEE AD | PAGE 66

918-995-8080

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

918-995-8600

SCOREBOARD SPORTS BAR TIKI DINER

SEE AD | PAGE 98

101 W. Main St. | Jenks 918-528-6227

SABORES

The Boxyard | 502 E. 3rd St., Unit 27 | Tulsa 918-212-9065

VISIONS BUFFET

SHARK BEACH BAR Safari Joe’s H2O Water Park 4707 E. 21st St. | Tulsa 918-749-7385

SHILOH’S

2604 N. Aspen Ave. | Broken Arrow 918-254-1500 SEE AD | PAGE 89

SISSEROU’S CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT 107 N. Boulder Ave. | Tulsa 918-576-6800

SMOKE. WOODFIRE GRILL

1542 E. 15th St. | Tulsa 918-949-4440

SOUL CITY

1621 E. 11th St. | Tulsa 918-582-7685 SEE AD | PAGE 54

SWEET BOUTIQUE

The Boxyard | 502 E. 3rd St., #13 | Tulsa 918-900-2238 SEE AD | PAGE 46

2039 W. Houston St. | Broken Arrow 918-893-2450 SEE AD | PAGE 67

TAVOLO ROSE ROCK MICROCREAMERY

The Boxyard | 502 E. 3rd St, #35 | Tulsa 918-396-8001

10021 S. Yale Ave., #103 | Tulsa 918-296-3000 SEE AD | PAGE 29

THE COOKHOUSE

9701 E. 61st St. | Tulsa 918-286-8962 SEE AD | PAGE 35

TI AMO RISTORANTE ITALIANO 6024 S. Sheridan Road | Tulsa 918-499-1919

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TANDOORI GUYS

MONDO’S RISTORANTE ITALIAN 3410 S. Peoria Ave. | Tulsa 918-561-6300

RUSTIC GATE CREAMERY

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MARGARITAVILLE

THE BISTRO AT SEVILLE

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MIXCO

2627 E. 11th St. | Tulsa 918-271-5051

SEE AD | PAGE 60

PRHYME: DOWNTOWN STEAKHOUSE

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MEXICALI BORDER CAFÉ

ROZAY’S WINGZ AND THINGS

427 S. Boston Ave. | Tulsa 918-949-4498

TI AMO RISTORANTE ITALIANO 219 S. Cheyenne Ave. | Tulsa 918-592-5151

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TROPICAL RESTAURANT & BAR 8125 E. 49th St. | Tulsa 918-895-6433 SEE AD | PAGE 59

VILLAGE INN

2745 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa (918) 742-3515 SEE AD | PAGE 29

VILLAGE INN

3302 S. Memorial Dr. | Tulsa (918) 622-5015 SEE AD | PAGE 29

VILLAGE INN

5230 S. Yale Ave. | Tulsa (918) 496-1207 SEE AD | PAGE 29

VILLAGE INN

8320 E. 71st St. | Tulsa (918) 254-7623 SEE AD | PAGE 29

WATERFRONT GRILL

120 Aquarium Drive | Jenks 918-518-6300 SEE AD | PAGE 9

WILD HEART CAFÉ

501 S. Cherokee St. | Catoosa 918-739-4754 SEE AD | PAGE 66

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Albert G's Bar-B-Q 421 E. 1ST ST. T U LSA

-Who's down with-

Downtown?

Albert G’s has been “smoking to please since 1992.” Located just a couple blocks from ONEOK Field, — Tulsa’s state-of-theart ballpark — they produce sassy downhome dishes you’ll love. Start with slow-smoked chicken wings or the Route 66 Nachos, smothered in chopped brisket or pulled pork. Then take your pick of smoked meats, sides like baked beans and sweet potato waffle fries, the G’s Louise chopped salad with brisket, pork or turkey — the choices are nearly endless. Sample from their impressive selection of bourbons, American and imported whiskies, and local beers, and have a slice of chocolate bourbon pecan pie.

Amelia's 122 N. BOSTON AVE. T U LSA BY MICHELE CHIAPPETTA AND ROB HARMON

From funky, seasonal and casual to international, intimate and comfort-food classics, there are plenty of dining options in the vibrant and flourishing downtown Tulsa area. Tulsa’s downtown vibe isn’t what it used to be. It’s better than ever, growing and thriving like never before. Inside the IDL (Inner Dispersal Loop), the highway system that frames T-Town’s downtown, there is so much to do these days,

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it’s hard to know where to start. Throughout this flourishing 1.4 square mile region of Tulsa, downtown is the home not only to some great places to be entertained, but some even more amazing places to

eat. Whether you’re visiting Tulsa for the first time or Boom Town is old hat to you, there’s one thing we can all agree on — no time out on the town is complete without a great meal. Here’s our list of don’t-miss-spots to chow down in Tulsa’s downtown.

This Boston Avenue woodfired restaurant, in the heart of the Tulsa Arts District, with its classy ambience and excellent open-flame cuisine, has become a favorite to many. The sweet aroma upon entering the restaurant, will instantly confirm you’ve made the right choice. The rich and meaty beef tenderloin entrée, the savory buttermilk-breaded fried chicken or any of the delicious pizzas will always be the right decision. Never worry about parking with their valet service.

Atlas Grill 415 S. BOSTON AVE. T U LSA

Andolini's Sliced 114 S. DETROIT AVE. T U L SA

If you’re in love with amazing Neapolitan, NYC-style pizza served up in a relaxed restaurant, then Ando’s is for you. They serve enormous pizza pies, as well as individual slices. You can get just about any style you’re craving — like the cheesy Spring Street, just like you’d get in Little Italy; the Hawaiian, a West Coast treat of Canadian bacon and pineapple; the Athenian, a taste of Greek love with Kalamata olives, feta cheese, onions and sausage; or a ton of other options. Don’t forget the gelato because it’s so good!

Billy's on the Square

This downtown restaurant is a Tulsa gem. Their classic weekday lunch items and weekend brunch selections are sure to hit the spot. Locals love their specialty sandwiches, such as the Boston, an apple-smoked bacon BLT, or the Denver, a mouthwatering roasted turkey and lettuce delight. In addition to tasty food, the restaurant’s home, the Atlas Life building, is a step back into T-Town’s roaring oil-boom days of the 1920s, when Tulsa was the oilcapital of the world.

424 S. MAIN ST. TULSA

On Fifth Street and Main’s Bartlett Square in downtown Tulsa, Billy’s on the Square rocks some pretty darn good charburgers and charchicken sandwiches. Since the mid-‘80s, Billy’s has been the go-to downtown location for fun times and great food. With so many choices — from the saucy Hickory, the juicy bacon and Swiss or the mouthwatering guacamole charburger — a return trip to Billy’s is always on the menu. And for fantastic char chicken delights, the Mexi chicken, the Cordon Bleu and Cajun chicken sandwiches (to name a few) are so yummy.

Baxter's Interurban Grill 717 S. HOUSTON AVE., SUITE 100 TU L SA

Tucked away on the southwestern side of downtown, near the OSU Medical Center and the Cox Business Center, Baxter’s is a semi-hidden classic. Make it your mission to get there the next time you want comfort food, a cold beer and friendly service. The laid-back space lends itself to great conversation. And you can’t go wrong with their juicy burgers, crisp fried chicken tenders, slow smoked baby back ribs, and other tasty comfort food selections. Enjoy happy hour Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m., with half-priced appetizers and discounted drink specials.

Dilly Diner 402 E. 2ND ST. T U LSA

Deco Deli 415 S. BOSTON AVE. T U L SA

Caz's Chowhouse 18 E. M.B. BRADY ST. TULSA

Comfort food served with culinary expertise — that’s the decidedly tasty treat you get at Caz’s. Their delicious, homestyle meals wow you in portion size and flavor. You won’t go wrong with their juicy, buttery 12-ounce rib-eye, which rivals any steakhouse meal. You’ll fall in love with the enormous chicken and biscuits, made with a five-inch homemade biscuit, marinated grilled chicken and mashed red potatoes. Specials include Kids Eat Free after 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, $4 cheese fries Thursday evenings, and happy hours Tuesday-Friday (2-7 p.m.), and also Friday– Saturday (9-11 p.m.).

In the absolute heart of the IDL, Deco Deli is a fantastic lunch-time location for wraps, salads, smoothies, sandwiches and a whole lot more. On the street level floor of the historic 1920s Atlas Life Building, the deli is convenient and worth the visit. For a healthy choice at lunch, try the killer Deco salad. It’s mounded high with juicy, grilled-on-the-spot chicken, fresh strawberries and blueberries, a sprinkle of walnuts, tasty-good goat cheese and delicious red onions all over a bed of nutritious mixed greens.

Breakfast all day, even into the wee hours? Yes, please! Dilly Diner dishes out fantastic breakfasts, brunches, lunches, dinners, and late night snacks for a great meal any time of day. They use locally-sourced ingredients for a fresh, farm-to-table taste. We recommend the tangy sriracha chicken and waffles, which are always perfectly sweet and spicy; the sizable breakfast burrito, starring local Fassler Hall chorizo; the Chicken Manh Di, mixing grilled chicken, peanut cilantro slaw, cucumber, and garlic aioli on a bed of arugula; and the mac ‘n’ cheese carbonara.

Dos Banditos 109 N. DETROIT AVE. T U LSA

Authentic California-style Mexican food awaits you at this restaurant and cantina. Excellent eats and equally spectacular drinks are served with exceptional service and attention to the customer’s every need. Just on the Tulsa Arts District side of downtown, it’s a nice walk from ONEOK or Guthrie Green and completely worth it. With a menu full of flavorful dishes that are gluten-free and mouthwatering at the same time, any item will be sure to please. And with a top-shelf drink on the side, you cannot go wrong.

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JINYA Ramen Bar 416 E. 2ND ST. TULSA

For many, ramen stirs up memories of cost-saving college meals. But done with traditional Japanese flair and flavor, ramen is a savory, rich dish. JINYA makes their noodles fresh daily and simmers their broths for hours to get maximum umami. You can order off the menu or mix and match to create your own specialized ramen dish. Or sample Japanese small plates like crispy chicken, pork gyoza and caramelized cauliflower; various rice bowls and curry dishes; the JINYA Bun, served with slow-braised pork chashu; and more.

Lotus 111 N. MAIN ST. TULSA

Below the Fairfield Inn, Lotus Sandwich Eatery and Bar serves tasty and healthy sandwiches you can customize yourself, as well as a plethora of craft beers and handcrafted cocktails. On Fridays and Saturdays, it’s your late-night spot until 4 a.m. Lotus is full of Tulsa charm and sensibility and a great place to visit before a show at the BOK Center or a baseball

Juniper 324 E. 3RD ST. T U L SA

With a focus on seasonal menus and farm-to-table style dishes, Juniper is a special treat. The restaurant employs some of the best chefs in the area to provide special dishes, many seasoned with herbs and spices from their back alley garden. The spacious ambience of the restaurant, with various local art displayed on the walls, makes every meal there comfortable and interesting at the same time. Tulsans also stop into Juniper to enjoy one or two of their specially crafted cocktails before or after an IDL Ballroom show.

Mexicali Border Cafe 14 W. M.B. BRADY ST. T U L SA

or soccer game at ONEOK Field. Within walking distance from so many attractions, it’s become a favorite place to get excellent small kitchen food and great beer.

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Mexicali serves up delicious, authentic Mexican food to please the palate. The dining areas are spacious, inviting you to relax as you enjoy the many dishes that regulars love. Start off with queso, avocado salad or layered dip. Then opt for favorites like the sizzling fajitas with steak, chicken or grilled shrimp; the stuffed carne asada filled with melted Jack cheese, mushrooms and onions; or the combo dishes that mix tacos, enchiladas, flautas or tamales. Don’t forget to order a margarita, sangria swirl or some cerveza.

Laffa Medi-Eastern Restaurant and Bar 111 N. MAIN ST. T U LSA

Laffa offers an inviting environment to visit with friends over shared appetizers and entrees as you explore the culinary delights of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Feel free to ask the servers for recommendations and tips to help you around the menu, which offers everything from Za’atar Hydari (a creamy olive and feta dip) to “sweet” cheesecake (vanilla cheesecake with orange-honey caramel sauce, flaked halvah and whipped cream). And of course, they serve classic dishes like couscous salad, hummus, falafel, shawarma and beef tagine.

MixCo 3RD AND DENVER T U LSA

MixCo is downtown Tulsa’s place to find good times, great cocktails, spectacular late-night food and a vibe found in few places. A unique IDL restaurant and drinking establishment on Third and Denver, it’s an after-party-afterparty kind of place with quality wait service and excellent live music. With awesome chicken nachos, brioche bun burgers and amazing street-style tacos, the delicious food is far from an afterthought. After a concert or performance downtown, it’s the spot to continue the fun into the wee hours.

PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse 111 N. MAIN ST. TULSA

For an evening of elegant fine dining and exquisite cuisine offered with impeccable service, visit PRHYME. One of the Justin Thompson Group of restaurants, this steakhouse is superb in all its offerings. If you’re a seafood lover, treat yourself to baked Gulf oysters, fried escargot, jumbo lump crab cocktail, or seafood bisque made with blue crab, roasted mirepoix and sherry crème fraiche. All their USDA Prime, grass-fed and Prime dry-aged steaks are hand selected and butchered in-house. For something a little out of the ordinary, opt for the mushroom crusted filet, served with parsnip puree, haricots verts and mushroom demiglace. The wine and cocktail list is impressive; don’t be afraid to ask for recommendations to go with your meal.

Sabores THE BOXYARD | 502 E. 3RD ST., UNIT 27 T U L SA

One of Tulsa’s newest hotspots for everything from sweets, treats, comics and STEM science equipment, The Boxyard also boasts one of the best authentic Mexican cuisine dining establishments in the area. Sabores’ food is packed with flavor, and the dishes are served with colorful style and flair. Try the Mexican-style salmon or the sizzling fajitas, and you will not regret it. With a menu full of house specialties, a return visit is a definite must.

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Also Check Out Antoinette Baking Co. 207 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

Boston Avenue Grille 15 E. 5TH ST. | TULSA

Bramble

311 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

Bull in the Alley

11 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Burn Co. Barbeque

1738 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

Coney Island

107 N. BOULDER AVE. | TULSA

El Guapo’s Cantina 332 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

Elgin Park

325 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Elote Café

514 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

Fassler Hall

304 S. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

Fat Guy’s Burger Bar

140 N. GREENWOOD AVE. | TULSA

James E. McNellie’s 409 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

Joe Momma’s

308 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

Lassalle’s New Orleans Deli 15 W. 5TH ST. | TULSA

Lefty’s on Greenwood

10 N. GREENWOOD AVE. | TULSA

Lone Wolf Banh Mi

Tavolo 427 S. BOSTON AVE. T U L SA

Chef Justin Thompson definitely brought something special to downtown’s Deco District when he established Tavolo on Boston Avenue. Housed in the beautiful Philtower building, Tavolo’s casual, yet exceptional atmosphere matches the elegant Italian dishes they serve. The housemade grilled chicken Alfredo is so creamy and tasty, it’s next to impossible to leave room for dessert. Whether you choose chicken, shrimp or the flavorful Italian sausage, you’ll thoroughly enjoy any of the pasta dishes. Try the buttery pan-seared trout, and you’ll be thanking us for the suggestion.

Sisserou's Caribbean Restaurant 107 N. BOULDER AVE. T U LSA

Enjoy the island flavors and flair of a delightful meal at Sisserou’s. The décor is elegantly laid out with the colors and styles of Caribbean life, and so is the menu. Dishes reflect the owners’ roots on the island of Dominica, which means a blend of seafood, jerk spices, curries, coconut and other Caribbean flavors. The coconut shrimp appetizer served with marmalade sauce is delightfully tasty. If you like adventure, order the Bake & Shark, a Trinidadian dish featuring deep-fried shark in fried dough. The traditional Caribbean curry is stellar, and can be ordered with a veggie medley, chicken or shrimp.

203 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

Naples Flatbread Kitchen & Bar 201 S. DENVER AVE. | TULSA

Oklahoma Joe’s Bar-B-Cue 25 W. 5TH ST. | TULSA

Prairie Brewpub

223 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

RibCrib

302 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

Roppongi

601 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

Sette

114 N. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

Steakfinger House

403 S. BOULDER AVE. | TULSA

Tabouli’s

414 S. MAIN ST. | TULSA

Take 2

309 S. MAIN ST. | TULSA

The Bistro

415 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

The Boulder Grill 17 W. 7TH ST. | TULSA

The Chalkboard

1324 S. MAIN ST. | TULSA

The Greens on Boulder 419 S. BOULDER AVE. | TULSA

The Tavern

201 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

The Vault

620 S. CINCINNATI AVE. | TULSA

Wanda J’s

111 N. GREENWOOD AVE. | TULSA

Yokozuna

309 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

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Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano 219 S. CHEYENNE AVE. T U LSA

Words we’d use to describe Ti Amo’s downtown location would be elegant, classy and superior. This cozy little basement restaurant off Second Street and Cheyenne is truly a Tulsa gem. Delicious and traditional Italian fare with superb service is what you can expect every visit. Some of our favorite dishes include the exceptional Pollo Alla Parmigiana, the Linguini Pescatore and the Costata Di Manzo rib-eye. Also, with some of the best appetizers in town, this place is an excellent date night or special occasion location.

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From handmade pasta and crispy chicken Marsala to spaghetti Bolognese and tiramisu, fantastic is a word that can get overused fast when discussing the menu at Tavolo. By Donna Leahey

Photos by Sarah Eliza Roberts

Garlic Herb Chicken

Crispy Chicken Marsala

Imagine a street in Manhattan. Tall, 100-year-old buildings tower above you with streamlined shapes, decorative facades, elaborate fixtures, golden chandeliers and other decorative details modern buildings neglect. You walk under some scaffolding as you make your way to your destination. Now imagine that rather than noisy, the neighborhood is serene. Rather than crowded, it’s open. And rather than the Big Apple, you’re in the Oil Capital of the World. You’re in Tulsa’s Deco District, and one of the best Italian restaurants is right there in the Philtower building: Tavolo.

manager. “The space is unique. We can seat groups up to 35 in the mezzanine and the private dining room next door is great for presentations and events for groups of up to 30.”

This lovely Italian bistro makes great use of the historic Philtower space, with a multilevel dining area, enormous windows with a view of the street, a private dining area, and a glamorous crystal chandelier hanging from the high ceiling, giving Tavolo the final, extravagant art deco design detail.

That freshly made pasta will make you a Tavolo believer. Try it in the linguine and meatballs, one of the most popular dishes on the menu. The fresh pasta adds a hearty texture, and the meatballs must be seen — and tasted — to be believed. “The San Marzano marinara is fantastic,” adds Burton.

“We’ve been at the Philtower for five years,” says John Burton, Tavolo’s general

Fantastic is a word that can get overused fast when discussing the menu

Burton is proud of Tavolo’s dedication to quality. “I haven’t had Italian this good in a long time,” he says. “The pasta is handmade. Everything is made in-house, from scratch. We’re locally sourced as much as possible. Our herbs come from a local hydroponics place and our dairy comes from Lomah Dairy nearby.”

Grilled Chicken Alfredo at Tavolo. Crispy chicken Marsala? Fantastic. The spaghetti Bolognese? Fantastic. The flatbreads? “Fresh and fantastic,” says Burton. The gnocchi is one of Burton’s favorites. “It’s the best gnocchi I’ve ever had.” The rustic appearance of the fresh gnocchi belies how hearty they are. The dish is beautifully dressed with snap peas, tomato, and cauliflower. The green onion pesto, though, is the breakout star of the dish, creamy and full of a complex interplay of flavors that blend together into heaven for your taste buds. For another dish as beautiful as it is delicious, consider the linguine carbonara. A generous serving of Tavolo’s fresh linguini with pancetta and broccolini in a rich, creamy carbonara sauce surround a perfect, golden egg yolk. It’s like a sunrise you can eat, and every bit as warm and pretty. Be sure to dip your fork into that yolk with every bite for the full blissfully decadent experience.

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Another standout menu star is the garlic herb chicken. The white meat chicken is cooked tender and juicy and served atop a creamy parmesan polenta. Sautéed broccolini, spinach, and red onion add crunchy texture and visual appeal, but it’s the sauce that brings it all together. The tangy white wine butter sauce contrasts perfectly with this hearty and savory dish to take this meal from merely delicious to heavenly.

For a great lunch, check out their $9 specials. You can cure your case of the Mondays with a chicken panini with provolone and red onion, sink your teeth into an Italian cheesesteak Tuesday, bring your Hump Day to a peak with choice risotto, indulge yourself Thursday with a gnocchi mac n’ cheese, and finish out your week with the lasagna of the day. At only $9 each, you can indulge your taste without hurting your wallet.

Tavolo’s dessert menu is decadent and full of enticing and unique choices. There’s the traditional Italian favorite, tiramisu, made special with Tavolo’s spiced whipped custard. For a light and bright refreshing

For wine lovers, check out Winesday on the first Wednesday of every month. “Four courses, each paired with a wine. Our beverage director, Ryan Cooper, works with our chef to make it perfect,”

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Tavolo is a great choice for a special dinner, whether it be a date night, a night out with the girls or guys, or an extra-special treat for yourself, but they have plenty of other ways to take care of you, too.

says Burton. You can purchase your allinclusive Winesday tickets online. If you’re heading downtown for a show at the Performing Arts Center, Tavolo has you covered. “We have our PAC Tasting Menu,” says Burton. “It’s a slimmed down menu of time-efficient items for people to enjoy before the show.” The menu includes your choice of a salad, an entree, and a dessert for one cost. It’s Tavolo’s way of being a good neighbor to the PAC, as well as taking care of their patrons.

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finisher, try the lemon tarte with its sweet and tangy flavors of lemon curd and berry compote. Or try the raspberry pistachio semifreddo with fresh berries and a balsamic reduction. “Semifreddo means semi-frozen,” explains Burton. “It’s like ice cream, but richer and lighter.”

Fettuccine Alfredo is a classic ItalianAmerican indulgence, and Tavolo does it right. Of course, their creamy Alfredo is rich, thick, and smooth, and of course it’s perfectly seasoned. The fresh-made fettucine serves as the ideal companion for the sauce, with its hearty texture and fresh taste. The dish is made more special with the addition of mushrooms and spinach, and then topped with tender grilled chicken. It’s comfort food for your eyes, mouth, tummy, heart, and soul.

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Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday: 4-10 p.m. Sunday: Closed

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Offering southern comfort-style food, The Cookhouse leans heavily on family recipes while inspiring an appetite for joyful dishes and a well-fed feeling.

Comfort food: biscuits and gravy, meatloaf, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and maybe some peach cobbler to finish it all off. What’s better than sitting around the kitchen table with family, enjoying platters of grandma’s home cooking? Nothing’s better than that, but The Cookhouse is as good, and grandma doesn’t have to spend all day cooking for you to enjoy it. “Home is cooked here” declares the front door of The Cookhouse, and that philosophy drives everything. The place feels like home, with paintings on the walls, homey plaques, wood chairs, and ceiling fans. You feel welcome, you feel at home, even before the friendly waitstaff starts taking care of you. The interior is spacious and cozy at the same time, with every table feeling like you’re sitting at grandma’s waiting for her to start bringing out love on a plate. That’s exactly the feeling The Cookhouse’s

owner, Brianna Johnson, was going for when she left her corporate job to open a restaurant. “I was working at Allstate for 10 years, 12 hours a day, seven days a week. It was great money, but I was aging before my eyes. So, I started saving all my money. I knew I wanted to do something in food,” she says. “I know good food. I’m from Porter, Oklahoma, and my friends would always come over for my mom’s food. We’re the kind of family that when we’re happy, we cook and eat. When we’re sad, we cook and eat.” Johnson knew she wanted Southern comfort-style food, home-style food. Her first plan was for a seafood place selling catfish and shrimp, but the building she was looking at fell through. “I prayed and I meditated on what to do,” she recalls. She found her current location and opened just a little over a month later, in December 2017.

One of the unique things about The Cookhouse is that all the beef and a lot of the vegetables come from Johnson’s father’s ranch. “No hormones, no steroids,” says Johnson. “He feeds them the best grains.” The Porter peach cobbler is Johnson’s mom’s recipe, making The Cookhouse a family affair. When The Cookhouse first opened, the chicken-fried steak was the most popular item on the menu. You’ll know why as soon as you lay eyes on this plate. The steak is generously sized and lightly breaded. It’s well seasoned before it’s fried crispy and brown and then smothered in homemade cream gravy. The whole thing is crisp and flavorful comfort food. Try it with the traditional mashed potatoes for a comfort food blast that will make mind, body, and soul happy. The meatloaf is becoming nearly as popular since The Cookhouse started using Johnson’s mother’s recipe. The

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Johnson’s favorite item on her menu is the hand-breaded catfish. The catfish is coated in specially seasoned cornmeal and fried crisp. “It’s fried till it’s light and flaky,” Johnson says. The two-piece platter is served with hushpuppies and your choice of sides. She also says everyone should try the hand-breaded mushrooms,

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Be sure to check the breakfast menu. It’s served all day. That’s right: French toast for dinner or an omelet for lunch. Options include bacon, sausage, ham, chickenfried steak, pork chop, or a 10-ounce sirloin with eggs, home fries or hash browns, and biscuits and gravy or toast. Hearty, filling, and delicious. Or check out the breakfast skillets like the meat lovers with ham, bacon, and sausage, cheese, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, and tomatoes served with two eggs cooked just the way you like. The Southern favorite, chicken and waffles, comes with your choice of

Watch for a new option on the menu coming soon: The Cookhouse will be offering an all-you-can-eat special, with food made fresh for you when you order it. “You can get pork chops, sides, and fried chicken, made to order,” says Johnson. “I love Oklahoma and my people,” says Johnson. “And I’m trying to fill a void. You can’t find this food on this side of town. Not soul food, but Southern comfort food. Like you cooked it at home.”

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The Porter peach cobbler is a musttry and a consistent favorite. Peaches from Porter, Okla., recipe from mom, made with love. Sweet and tangy Porter peaches and a homemade crust are what make this cobbler the perfect finish to any meal.

Something you don’t find on a lot of menus is chicken livers, but you can get them made just for you at The Cookhouse. “We have customers who come here just for them,” says Johnson. It’s a half-pound of livers, fried crispy and delicious and served with your choice of sides. The rich taste of the liver inside that crisp crunch is the feeling of home, served up on a plate.

wings or strips served atop a sweet cream Belgian waffle. Maple syrup and powdered sugar bring the sweet to this sweet-and-savory breakfast.

The fried green tomatoes are a favorite off the appetizer menu when in season. The slightly sour green tomatoes are sliced, dipped in buttermilk and dredged in seasoned cornmeal. The result is a perfectly fried and crispy bite. You can practically taste home in each crispy slice.

the hand-breaded onion rings, and the lattice sweet potato fries.

Cookhouse’s meatloaf is seasoned and slow roasted to be tender and flavorful, and it’s served with homemade brown gravy. One bite will be enough to let you know why it’s a favorite.

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Former bartender Corey Crandall has seen his dream turn into two of Jenks’ more unique pub-crawl spots with GEORGE’S PUB and MARYN’S TAPHOUSE AND RAW BAR. By Donna Leahey

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Crandall created a menu of English pub fare, like George’s signature Guinness battered fish and chips. Guinness features in

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Achieving his dream once wasn’t enough for Crandall. A little over a year ago, he expanded, opening Maryn’s Taphouse and Raw Bar on the Riverwalk. “Seven years ago, I had two employees,” he says. “Now I have 60.”

Maryn’s earns its taproom name, with 40 beers on tap, and eight wines, not to mention an extensive selection of bottled and canned beers. With so many choices, you’re sure to find a new favorite beverage. Maryn’s is also a “raw bar,” and it features an extensive selection of oysters, ceviche, tuna poke, and more, all served fresh. At the same time, Maryn’s has a full menu of delicious, fully cooked options for you to enjoy as well.

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Monday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Sunday: Noon-2 a.m.

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It’s all so tasty that George’s Pub has been recognized repeatedly. “We’ve been named one of the top five best pubs every year since 2012,” Crandall says. “And won all kinds of other awards.”

Continuing the tradition established when he named George’s Pub after a favorite regular, Crandall named Maryn’s lounge “Alan’s Ale Room’ after Alan Woodward, who played for the Tulsa Roughnecks and was tremendously important in the world of soccer to Tulsa.

There’s a full range of starters ranging from chips and queso to tamale balls. You can get steaks, sandwiches, salads, and a dizzying array of tacos as well.

Be sure to check out George’s daily specials. Sunday through Thursday, there’s a different special for you to try. Whether it’s a Philly cheesesteak with George’s crispy haystack fries Sunday or taco Tuesday, George’s specials will go down a treat.

Crandall is pleased with Maryn’s success. “We’re where we wanted to be. Maryn’s is an all ages pub, and pet friendly. We have live music three to four times a week, brunches on the weekend. I wanted an open space like this.”

Check out Maryn’s famous lobster rolls. You can get yours with fries or chips. You can choose Maine-style, Connecticut-style, or Chicago-style, so whatever it is you long for when you think of a lobster roll, Maryn’s can fulfill your longing.

George’s Pub is a cozy space on First Street in Jenks. You can’t miss it, because Crandall has emblazoned the front with a 20 foot by 40 foot rendition of a St. George Cross: a red cross on a white background that serves as the flag of England, not to be confused with the Union Jack, the flag of the United Kingdom. In fact, walking into George’s Pub feels a lot like walking into a true English Pub, from its welcoming attitude, “You’re a stranger here only once,” to its status as the host of the Oklahoma supporters group for Arsenal Football Club – a Premier League soccer club from London. George’s is 21-andover and smoke free, so you can relax and enjoy yourself while still breathing easy. The feeling is rustic, old fashioned, and companionable.

There are some great burger options, like George’s Ultimate Burger, a juicy Black Angus burger topped with grilled ham, cheddar cheese, and bacon. If you’re looking for something a little zestier, try one of the Jorge-Mex options like a cheesy quesadilla or a plate of pulled pork tacos.

Where George’s Pub is cozy and rustic, Maryn’s is new, modern, spacious, and trendy. Its copious windows let in not just natural light, but a beautiful view of the Riverwalk and the patio. Glowing letters hang from the high ceiling, declaring “EAT,” “DRINK,” and “CRAFT.” The letters reflect off the surface of the bar, their message repeated.

“I worked as a bartender for 13 years,” Crandall says. “I saved my money until I opened George’s Pub. I named it after my best and favorite regular, George Streetman.”

George’s hearty chili and crispy, golden brown chicken tenders, as well. In addition to the same fish and chips you might enjoy at a pub along the Thames, Crandall has added his own unique take on pub food. Get yourself a basket of garlic provolone cheese sticks for a savory, crunchy, cheesy treat to go along with one of George’s 60 varieties of beer, with eight on tap.

We all have dreams. Maybe yours is to be a top athlete or a doctor. Maybe you want to fly or serve our country or be the next Stephen King. We all have dreams, and 10 years ago, Corey Crandall was a bartender with a dream of owning his own place. And now, he’s the owner of not one but two of Tulsa’s best pubs.

Monday-Thursday: 3-9 p.m. Friday: 3-11 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

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TONY BROWN

Antique Restorations repairs and restores all sorts of wood items, not just furniture and antiques. They handle statuettes, vintage electronics, picture frames, curiosities, and other items too. Across the road from popular Marshall Brewing Company over on Sixth Street in Tulsa, you’ll find an unassuming yet fascinating business known as Antique Restorations. As its name indicates, the shop repairs antiques — but the story of the store and its owner, and a look inside its walls, is more intriguing than you might expect.

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Owner Tony Brown started Antique Restorations 46 years ago, and the business is still going strong, a testament both to the love people have for their furniture and other possessions and to the love Brown and his sons, Sam and Cole, have for wood-working. Like many of Tulsa’s multigenerational businesses, Antique Restorations

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Another unusual request that Brown tackled? “A wooden tombstone from 1640,” he says. “It was a mold for a tombstone. I restored it.” Brown has even restored a 1910 Pullman train, a job he came by pretty much like any

“I used to be a picker for 20 some odd years for antique distributors,” he says. A picker is someone who hunts for and snaps up good deals on antiques for resale, and it involves plenty of traveling. He’d find and resell stained leaded glass windows in St. Louis, among other things. He got out of picking after he had children and wanted to be closer to home. Many of the pieces, he’d keep. Brown still maintains much of his antique collection, which includes beautiful, wellkept pieces like cedar chests, ice-cream parlor chairs, a birthing screen used by the mother of George Patton, Victorian lady rosewood table legs, a camelback chest from the 1860s, and much more. These days, Brown says he’s more in the market to sell pieces than to buy them. If you’re a collector too, then he’s definitely someone you want to talk with.

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And they’ll tackle unusual, challenging requests that require a mix of creativity, artistry, and clever problem-solving. As an example, Brown points out an Oriental horse statuette about a foot and a half high. The horse was missing pieces, he explains, so repairing it meant lot of intricate carving and shaping of small pieces of wood. “I had to make the front teeth, the ear, the leg, and I had to make it look old,” he says. The statuette now stands perfect and shiny as burnished bronze.

Much of the work Brown and his sons do has an artistic element to it, just like the horse statuette. It takes creativity and a good eye to bring out the unique characteristics of each item. And that eye has helped Brown to be a collector of antiques as well.

Antique Restorations repairs and restores all sorts of wood items, not just furniture and antiques. They handle statuettes, vintage electronics, picture frames, curiosities, and other items too. Their services include caning and rushing, stripping and refinishing, upholstery, frame repair, trunk restoration, and antique radio repair. They also buy and sell furniture.

With a decades-old business, Brown has performed his share of interesting restoration projects around the Tulsa area, lending to its historical feel. As an example, he restored all the paneling at Harwelden Mansion about 20 years ago. “We had to sand it. We had to stain it back and then finish it. It was a process,” he says.

Today, Antique Restorations still performs plenty of restoration projects. But antiquing isn’t as much of a draw for people these days. The Browns supplement their work by building entirely new furnishings for customers. And they’re not afraid to work in all kinds of wood — walnut, oak, mahogany, poplar, everything you can imagine. They can also fix more modern styles of furnishings, such as cane furniture, and can do intricate work like repairing basket-weave mesh, spider-webbing, and other issues common to wood chairs.

Brown has had a love for working with wood for a long time. The interest in antiques came a little later, and so did his interest in repairing them. “My first wife turned me on to antiques,” he says. “I bought a fireplace mantel, and it just fell apart on the way home. So I restored it, put it all back together and made the missing pieces, and that’s what got me the bug.”

other job he gets. “Some guy asked me if I could restore his train,” he says. “It took about six months of work, with just me and Theresa [a former employee].”

has moved locations a few times, starting on Harvard Avenue, then switching to 15th Street, before settling into its current location.

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THE MAN I NEVER MET BY ADAM SCHEFTER WITH MICHAEL ROSENBERG

On Sept. 11, 2001, Joe Maio went to work in the north tower of the World Trade Center. He never returned, leaving behind a wife, Sharri, and 15-monthold son, Devon. Five years later, Sharri remarried, and Devon welcomed a new dad into his life — American sports writer and television analyst Adam Schefter. This is a story of 9/11, but it’s also the story of 9/12 and all the days after. Life moved on. Pieces were picked up. New dreams were dreamed. The Schefters are the embodiment of that. ALSO LOOK FOR:

THE MERMAID AND MRS. HANCOCK

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One September evening in 1785, Jonah Hancock hears an urgent knocking on his front door near the docks of London. The captain of one of his trading vessels gives him shocking news: he has sold Jonah’s ship for something far more precious — a mermaid. The object the captain presents him is brown and wizened, as small as an infant, with vicious teeth and claws, and a torso that ends in the tail of a fish. It is also dead. All of London is curious to see this marvel. Thrust from his ordinary existence, somber Jonah meets Angelica Neal, the most desirable woman he has ever laid eyes on — and a shrewd courtesan. Their perilous liaison steers them onto a dangerous new course as they come to realize that priceless things often come at the greatest cost.

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Max is a rising star, a graduate of Harvard with friends among the wealthiest, most ambitious families in the world. Max wants to follow his father’s example and make his own fortune. But after the birth of children, and with a failing marriage, he can no longer deny that his wife is not the woman he thought she was. Angry and afraid, Max must do what he has never done before: struggle, persevere, and learn what it means to truly walk in his father’s footsteps, while pursuing his own ideals and setting an example for his children. ALSO LOOK FOR:

LEAVE NO TRACE BY MINDY MEJIA

A man and his son disappear into the wilderness in Minnesota and are presumed dead until the son appears 10 years later. Violent and uncommunicative, he is sent to a psychiatric facility, where Maya Stark, the assistant language therapist, is charged with making a connection with this high-profile patient. No matter how she tries, however, he refuses to answer questions about the last 10 years of his life. As Maya is drawn closer to this enigmatic boy who is no longer a boy, she’ll risk everything to reunite him with his father who has disappeared from the known world. ALSO LOOK FOR:

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If You Love Me: A Mother’s Journey through Her Daughter’s Opioid Addiction By Maureen Cavanagh SEPT. 4

When Maureen sees her daughter Katie’s needle track marks for the first time, it is a complete shock. She fights to save Katie’s life, battling the taboo around substance abuse disorder in her picturesque New England town.

Bottom of the Pot By Naz Deravian SEPT. 18

Discover the multi-hued canvas of a Persian meal, with over 100 recipes adapted to an American home kitchen and interspersed with the author’s celebrated essays exploring the idea of home.

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Sadie By Courtney Summers

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Though born into bondage on a tobacco farm in Missouri, Cathy Williams never considered herself a slave.

Lake Success By Gary Shteyngart SEPT. 4

Deeply stressed by an SEC investigation and by his 3-yearold son’s diagnosis of autism, hedgefund manager Barry Cohen flees New York in search of a simpler, more romantic life.

SEPT. 11

When Sabrina Growing up on her arrives at her 30th own, Sadie has birthday dinner, been raising her she finds not just sister, Mattie, in her best friend, an isolated small but also three town. When Mattie significant people is found dead, from her past, and Sadie is determined — well, Audrey to bring her sister’s Hepburn. As dinner killer to justice. table conversation Radio personality begins, it becomes West McCray clear there’s a overhears Sadie’s reason these six story and becomes people have been obsessed with gathered together. finding Mattie. SEPT. 4

Daughter of a Daughter of a Queen By Sarah Bird

The Dinner List By Rebecca Serlen

Tell Me You’re Mine By Elisabeth Norebäck

The Man Who Came Uptown By George Pelecanos SEPT. 4

Michael spends When Isabelle steps the long days in into Stella’s clinic prison devouring to begin therapy, books. One day he Stella’s placid life is released after a begins to crumble. private detective She is convinced manipulates a that Isabelle is her witness in his daughter, Alice, trial. Trying to who tragically balance his new job, disappeared more his love of reading, than 20 years ago and the debt he during a family owes the man who vacation. got him released, Michael struggles to figure out his place. SEPT. 4

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SCIENCE FICTION, FANTASY AND HORROR

SELF-HELP AND INSPIRATIONAL

YOUNG ADULT AND MIDDLE GRADE

CHILDREN

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DR. SEUSS’S YOU ARE KIND BY DR. SEUSS

LEGION: THE MANY LIVES OF STEPHEN LEEDS BY BRANDON SANDERSON

A genius of unrivaled aptitude, Stephen can learn any new skill or art in a matter of hours. However, his mind creates hallucinatory people to hold and manifest the information. Wherever he goes, he is joined by a team of imaginary experts to give advice, interpretation and explanation. When a company hires him to recover stolen property — a camera that can allegedly take pictures of the past — Stephen finds himself in an adventure crossing oceans and fighting terrorists. What he discovers may upend the foundation of three major world religions and, perhaps, give him a vital clue into the true nature of his hallucinations.

JOYFUL: THE SURPRISING POWER OF ORDINARY THINGS TO CREATE EXTRAORDINARY HAPPINESS BY INGRID FETELL LEE

Designer Ingrid Fetell Lee explores how the seemingly mundane spaces and objects we interact with every day have surprising, powerful effects on our mood. She explains why one setting makes us feel anxious or competitive, while another fosters acceptance and delight. And, most importantly, she reveals how we can harness the power of our surroundings to live fuller, healthier and truly joyful lives. ALSO LOOK FOR:

DARE YOU TO LIE

BY AMBER LYNN NATUSCH

When her FBI agent father is framed for murder, Kylene is forced to move back to the small town that turned its back on her, and the boy who betrayed her. All Ky cares about is clearing her father’s name, but someone won’t let her forget the photo scandal that drove her away two years ago. With threats mounting, the FBI sends a rookie agent to tail her. Determined to expose the town’s hidden skeletons, Ky thrusts herself into a much bigger plot. Everyone thought she’d forgive and forget. They’re about to learn they messed with the wrong girl.

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You Are My Kiss Good Night By Marianne Richmond

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Electric State By Simon Stålenhag SEPT. 25

A runaway teenager and her small yellow toy robot travel west through a strange American landscape littered with the ruins of gigantic battle drones and discarded high-tech trash. As they approach the edge of the continent, the world outside the car window seems to unravel at an ever faster pace.

From Horton the Elephant — who taught us that “a person’s a person, no matter how small” — comes this book of simple observations about the qualities of kindness. Ideal for thanking and inspiring people of all ages, Dr. Seuss’s You Are Kind is illustrated with full-color art from Horton Hears a Who!, Horton Hatches the Egg, and the story “Horton and the Kwuggerbug.” It’s the perfect gift for anyone and everyone who is kind.

Fierce Fairytales By Nikita Gill SEPT. 11

Traditional fairytales are rife with gender stereotypes: beautiful, silent princesses; ugly, jealous, bitter villainesses; girls who need rescuing; and men who take all the glory.

The Person You Mean to Be By Dolly Chugh

Time to Parent By Julie Morgenstern

SEPT. 4

This inspiring guide from Dolly Chugh, an award-winning social psychologist at the New York University Stern School of Business, offers tips on how to confront difficult issues including sexism, racism, inequality, and injustice so that you can make the world (and yourself) better.

Finding a healthy balance between raising a human and being a human often feels impossible, but Julie Morgenstern shows you how to harness your own strengths and weaknesses to make the job of parenting your own.

The Girl in the Locked Room By Mary Downing Hahn SEPT. 4

When Jules sees a ghostly face in an upstairs window of her new family home, she can’t stop wondering about the eerie presence. Could it be someone who lived in the house a century earlier? Jules is determined to contact the ghost and change the fate of the family who lived there so many years ago.

Rule By Ellen Goodlett SEPT. 11

The king is dying, his heir has just been murdered, and rebellion is brewing. Desperate, he summons three girls from distant parts of the kingdom, revealing they are his illegitimate daughters, and one must become his new heir. But someone will stop at nothing to keep the sisters from their destiny.

“The moon is glowing up above. Another day is done. Stars turn on their twinkle lights. It’s bedtime, little one.” You Are My Kiss Good Night is a happy, gentle way to wind down the day with your child.

Fangsgiving By Ethan Long SEPT. 4

The Fright Club is cooking up a spooky Thanksgiving feast. But when Vlad’s family arrives, they put their own spin on each of the dishes, making a mess of their meal. Can this monster-filled family come together to save their feast and celebrate what the holiday is truly about?

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COLETTE

Colette is pushed by her husband to write novels under his name. Upon their success, she fights to make her talents known, challenging gender norms. Cast: Keira Knightley, Dominic West, Aiysha Hart

SEPT. 7 THE NUN

When a young nun at a cloistered abbey in Romania takes her own life, a priest with a haunted past and a novitiate on the threshold of her final vows are sent by the Vatican to investigate. Together they uncover the order’s unholy secret. Risking not only their lives but their faith and their very souls, they confront a malevolent force in the form of the same demonic nun that first terrorized audiences in The Conjuring 2, as the abbey becomes a horrific battleground between the living and the damned. Cast: Demian Bichir, Taissa Farmiga, Charlotte Hope RATING: R

PEPPERMINT

When Riley North’s husband and daughter are killed in a drive-by shooting by members of a cartel and the killers walk free owing to corrupt officials on the cartel’s payroll, she takes matters into her own hands and seeks vigilante justice against those who destroyed her life. Cast: Jennifer Garner, John Gallagher Jr., John Ortiz RATING: R

CITY OF LIES

American hero and former LAPD detective, Russell Poole is working the murder cases of rappers Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. in 1997. A reporter (based on journalist Randall Sullivan’s collaboration with Russell Poole), “Jack” Jackson, teams up with Poole after nearly two decades to find out the truth. Cast: Johnny Depp, Forest Whitaker, Rockmond Dunbar RATING: R

SEPT. 14 WHITE BOY RICK

The story of teenager Richard Wershe Jr., who became an undercover informant for the FBI during the 1980s and was ultimately arrested for drug-trafficking and sentenced to life in prison. Cast: Richie Merritt, Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Jason Leigh RATING: NR

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LIFE ITSELF

LIZZIE

As an unmarried woman of 32, Lizzie is a social outcast trapped under her austere, domineering father’s control. When Bridget Sullivan, a young maid desperate for work, comes to live with the family, Lizzie finds in her a kindred spirit, and a chance intimacy that blossoms into a wicked plan, with a dark, unsettling end. Cast: Chloe Sevigny, Kristen Stewart, Jay Huguley RATING: R

ALPHA

After a Steppe bison hunting expedition 20,000 years ago in Europe during the Upper Paleolithic period goes awry, a young man struggles against the elements to find his way home, all the while developing a friendship with a wolf. This forges the tentative first bond between man and canine. Cast: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Leonor Varela, Jens Hulten

RATING: NR

THE PREDATOR

A young boy accidentally triggers an alert that brings the Predators back to Earth. The universe’s most lethal hunters have genetically upgraded themselves with DNA from other alien species, and only a crew of former soldiers, along with a disgruntled science teacher, can stop the hunters before everybody becomes their prey. Cast: Jacob Tremblay, Boyd Holbrook, Olivia Munn RATING: NR

A SIMPLE FAVOR

Stephanie, a mommy blogger, seeks to uncover the truth behind her best friend Emily’s sudden disappearance from their small town. Cast: Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Henry Golding RATING: NR

THE CHILDREN ACT

A high court judge is asked to rule in the case of a minor refusing to undergo a life-saving blood transfusion for religious reasons. Cast: Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci, Fionn Whitehead RATING: R

RATING: R

RATING: PG-13

MANDY

Somewhere in the primal wilderness near the Shadow Mountains in the year 1983, Red Miller has fallen deeply for the deceptively charming Mandy Bloom. However, the life he has made for himself comes crashing down suddenly and horrifyingly, when a vile band of ravaging cultists and supernatural creatures desecrate his idyllic home with vicious fury. A broken man, Red now lives for one thing only — to hunt down these maniacal villains and exact swift vengeance. Cast: Nicolas Cage, Andrea Riseborough, Linus Roache

As a young New York couple goes from college romance to marriage and the birth of their first child, the unexpected twists of their journey create reverberations that echo over continents and through lifetimes. Cast: Oscar Isaac, Olivia Wilde, Mandy Patinkin

SEPT. 21 ASSASSINATION NATION

Salem high school senior Lily and her pals spend their time in a haze of social media and partying. When the people of Salem are targeted in a malicious data hack, all privacy is destroyed and lives are ruined as deadly secrets are exposed. The small town turns on each other and descends into violent chaos as they hunt for the culprit. Lily and her friends must band together if they want to survive the night in this satirical teen thriller. Cast: Odessa Young, Suki Waterhouse, Hari Nef RATING: NR

THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS

In 1953, Lewis Barnavelt is a young orphan who helps his uncle Jonathan and a witch named Mrs. Zimmerman to find a magic clock made by the evil sorcerer Isaac Izard that contains the power to bring about the end of the world. Cast: Owen Vaccaro, Jack Black, Cate Blanchett RATING: PG

OPERATION FINALE

Israeli spies work to track down and capture Adolf Eichmann, a prominent figure in the Nazi Party. Cast: Oscar Isaac, Ben Kingsley, Lior Raz RATING: PG-13

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DARK MONEY

This political thriller examines one of the greatest present threats to American democracy: the influence of untraceable corporate money on our elections and elected officials.

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THE WIFE

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NIGHT SCHOOL

A group of troublemakers are forced to attend night school in hopes that they’ll pass the GED exam to finish high school. Cast: Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, Rob Riggle RATING: PG-13

JULIE FROM NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE

Wild and newly single, Julie throws a late night party which rapidly descends into a savage fight for survival. This version of August Strindberg’s play Miss Julie, remains shocking and fiercely relevant in its new setting of contemporary London.

SEPT. 6

GET MY GUN

After an innocent prank leaves Amanda pregnant and out of a job, she finds herself on the verge of motherhood and the target of a psychotic stalker who will stop at nothing to get her hands on the unborn child.

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THE BOOKSHOP

SMALLFOOT

Migo is a Yeti who is convinced that the elusive creatures known as “Smallfoot” (humans) really do exist. Cast: Channing Tatum, James Corden, Zendaya RATING: PG

THE OLD MAN & THE GUN

Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker and his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to perform an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Cast: Robert Redford, Casey Affleck, Sissy Spacek RATING: PG-13

In a small East Anglian town, Florence Green decides, against polite but ruthless local opposition, to open a bookshop. Starring Emily Mortimer, Bill Nighy, and Patricia Clarkson and based on the critically-acclaimed novel by Penelope Fitzgerald.

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THE MYSTERIOUS LADY (1928)

An attractive Russian spy (Greta Garbo) seduces an Austrian officer in order to get some important plans, but when she actually falls in love with him, both of them are placed in a dangerous situation.

A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm with her husband, where he is slated to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature.

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THE JURASSIC GAMES

In the near future, 10 death row convicts are forced to compete in a virtual reality game that pits them against dinosaurs and each other.

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BAD REPUTATION

A look at the life of Joan Jett, from her early years as the founder of The Runaways and first meeting with collaborator Kenny Laguna in 1980 to her enduring presence in pop culture as a rock ‘n’ roll pioneer.

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KING LEAR PRESENTED BY NT LIVE

Broadcast live from London’s West End, see Ian McKellen’s extraordinarily moving portrayal of King Lear, a contemporary retelling of Shakespeare’s tender, violent, moving and shocking play.

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A reimagining of the life and times of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas Outlaw Music movement.

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