September 2019 (Vol. 33, No. 9) by Preview 918

SHRINES OF THE TIMES

WHEN IT COMES TO THE COOL, THE OFFBEAT, THE BREATHTAKING AND THE ILLUMINATING, IT TURNS OUT OUR MUSEUMS ARE SOMETHING TO SEE.

WHERE TO DINE

WHERE TO FIND IT

W H AT TO D O

WHEN IT’S HAPPENING

SEPTEMBER 2019

PLAN A PERFECT PICNIC

PACK YOUR BASKET WITH ALL THE ESSENTIALS AND CELEBRATE THIS TRADITION

FUN IS IN THE BAG

AS CORNHOLE RISES IN POPULARITY, SOME ARE TAKING THE BACKYARD PASTIME PRETTY SERIOUSLY

GET ANight LIFE NOT EVERY NIGHT OWL IS CREATED EQUAL. SO WE’VE COMPILED 80 REASONS TO STAY OUT LATE IN DOWNTOWN TULSA

BOUNCE BACK

10 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR POST-WORKOUT RECOVERY

DEEP PURPLE TONY LEWIS SHAGGY LES MISÉRABLES HOTEL INDIGO TULSA STAINED GLASS OKLAHOMA DISTILLING COMPANY STORYBOOK PRINCESSES WATERFRONT GRILL

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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. 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 Roughnecks soccer. Or time a visit to coincide with special events, such as Tulsa Tough bike racing, the Tulsa Run, the Route 66 Marathon and the NCAA basketball tournament. The Tulsa area offers more than 80 miles of pedestrian and bicycle trails for a great way to see Tulsa. Tulsa is also a city on the move. In 2018, we opened the Gathering Place. The Gathering Place is a world class riverfront park designed to welcome all to a vibrant and inclusive public space that engages, educates and excites.

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We connect with over 200,000 readers each month covering dining, fitness, retail, services, entertainment, people, events, lifestyles, and the arts. Preview 918 is freely distributed to over 650 locations in the Tulsa and Green Country area including QuikTrip, Reasor’s, over 100 hotels, Tulsa International Airport, casinos, retail shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars, medical offices, salons, gyms, and service providers. And many of those readers tell us that Preview 918 faithfully helps them identify their interests, wants, and needs.

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For a night on the town, Tulsa serves up family entertainment at the Guthrie Green and Tulsa Drillers baseball at ONEOK Field. The Tulsa Performing Arts Center attracts Broadway musicals, renowned musicians and excellent local theater productions, and is home to the Tulsa Ballet.

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Tulsa’s unique entertainment and shopping districts provide enjoyable experiences for the entire family. From an art crawl in the Tulsa Arts District, to a concert at the historic Cain’s Ballroom, to a trip to the Tulsa Zoo or a leisurely drive along Route 66 — there’s no end to what you can experience here.

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FEATURES 30 HEARTFELT HEROES STARTER: 16 CONVERSATION SHAGGY

For decades, Jamaican reggae musician Shaggy has brought together people from varying backgrounds thanks to ribald hits like “Boombastic” and “It Wasn’t Me.”

STARTER: 18 CONVERSATION DEEP PURPLE

Through the power of Storybook Princesses and determination to overcome their individual medical issues, Courtney Paige Allen and Sarah Goran are entertaining and teaching children how to create their “happily ever afters.”

34 NIGHT SHIFT

Evening has arrived, and while the sunlight may be finished until tomorrow, you’re revved up and ready to conquer the “coolest” part of the day — downtown Tulsa after dark.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame metal legends Deep Purple might be saying goodbye after churning out plenty of classic riffs and hits during a career that saw the group sell over 100 million albums.

BLANKET COVERAGE

Picnics can be as simple as sandwiches and drinks or as extravagant as filets and champagne flutes — and everything in between. Fortunately, we have tips that will help you fulfill your picnic potential.

54 COLOR CONNECTION

Whatever your style — whether it’s abstract or defined, traditional or modern — Tulsa Stained Glass will help you realize your vision with a visual charm that is both practical and attractive in any setting.

56 TOSSING ONE BACK

While cornhole is generally thought of as a beanbag tossing game played at family gatherings or tailgate parties, it’s becoming more competitive, more organized, and potentially more lucrative.

STARTER: 22 CONVERSATION TONY LEWIS

Coming to terms with the loss of his best friend and bandmate in The Outfield, Tony Lewis is again sharing “Your Love” with audiences after a 14-year stage hiatus.

SEA 88 FROM AND LAND

28 REVOLUTIONARY RETELLING

YOUR 92 ELEVATE EXPERIENCE

Set in a grimly realist France, Les Misérables is based on Victor Hugo’s five-volume, 365-chapter novel that throughout its complex plot explores history, law, politics, religion, and ideas about justice, guilt, and redemption.

Whether you’re grabbing lunch, dinner, drinks, or brunch, this Jenks staple is the kind of place where every element serves a purpose. Classics such as center-cut pork chops and rib-eyes are treated with the same reverence as inspired Asian-influenced dishes like Japanese seabass and sushi.

OF 44 STATE THE ARTS

Whether your interests lie in the visual arts, music, food, history, space, architecture, or the media, Green Country has a museum for everyone.

ON THE COVER

Not every night owl is created equal. And we understand that. Some want to nurse a $12 cocktail over stimulating conversation, while others prefer to dance under neon lights to house music or a local band. Some like watching the big game on a Monday night, while others might want to catch a gallery opening on Friday. Some just want to enjoy a great meal, while others opt to spin records or roll dice. And we always have room for the local neighborhood bars that line the different downtown districts. So, we’ve prepared a rundown on where to hang out after hours, no matter what your latenight preference.

COVER CREDIT Photographer: Sarah Eliza Roberts Model: Chelsea Colburn Venue: Roof Sixty Six Bar at Indigo Hotel

DEPARTMENTS 8 $91.80 in 48 Challenge 10 Music + Concerts +

16 Conversation Starter

65 Sports Schedule

74 Launch Pad

86 Food for Thought

26 Sound Check

66 Green Country Scene

78 Health + Fitness

92 Get to Know

13 Happenings

49 Downtown Locator

70 Restaurant + Bar Finder

80 Cocktail Confidential

94 Shelf Life

50 Tulsa Locator

72 Beyond Tulsa

84 Eats + Treats

96 Showtime

Comedy

15 Street Talk

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60 Sports Central

The only catch was that they had to spend it at places, events or shops profiled in the August 2019 issue of Preview 918.

918 $91.80 IN 48 CHALLENGE The mission posed to Kristy and Jonathan Stolz 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.

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 MORE INTERESTING.

STOP #3

u Think yo our can blow cash in g interestin ways?

STOP #1

Being hungry and knowing Juniper Restaurant was the place we wanted to try, we called to see if they were open. The guy who answered said that they finished serving lunch at 2 p.m. before preparing for dinner service. I thanked him, but he didn’t let me off the phone that easy. He asked what time we could be there. I told him we could be there by 2:15 p.m. He insisted that we come, telling me that they would be there preparing for dinner service anyway and they would love to have us.

What an excellent experience it was too. We walked in and smelled all of the goodies being prepared for dinner. I ordered the fried-chicken sandwich for both me and Kahlan, my 9-year-old. It turns out it is absolutely the best fried-chicken sandwich in Tulsa. There is no comparison. I hate pickles; however, when they said theirs were homemade I gave it a shot, and they were fantastic as well. I also had the roasted Brussels sprouts. My mouth was in food heaven. My wife, Kristy, ordered a pimento grilled cheese sandwich to split with our littlest, Tristyn, who is almost 2. Tristyn said it was the best. It was also one of my wife’s favorite sandwiches she’s ever had. COST: $47.85 +$10 TIP

By this time, we were ready for dessert. We had seen The Boxyard when we went to Juniper, so we chose to head that way. The Boxyard is as cool as it sounds. They have cornhole in the courtyard, tables and chairs, and very artistic shops as well. We went into American Hatfield where you can make candles. Unfortunately, we had to leave before getting to check it out in more detail because the girls were ready for dessert. We went into Sweet Boutique. It was unexpected, but as soon as

STOP #2 After the late lunch, we decided to walk downtown, not having a plan other than dessert at some point. We walked past a door and did a double take; it was Boomtown Tees. My wife and I had seen them advertising in Preview 918 before and said we needed to check it out someday since my wife is a T-shirt junkie. We were surprised by the lovely personality of the owner. She was fantastic. In talking to her, she asked if we were doing the $91.80 challenge for Preview 918 by chance. We were like, “Yes. How did you know?” and she said she’d gotten a lot of $91.80 Challenge participants over the years. Kristy picked up a great Oklahoma T-shirt, which was her first since we moved to Tulsa from Arkansas six years ago. COST: $10.85

we walked in, we knew this would be our last stop. The chocolate smelled so good. I got two sugar-free peanut butter cups, and they were excellent. Kahlan had a sugary peanut butter cup and a macaroon. Tris had some gummy butterflies. Kristy got a couple of craft sodas that were

intriguing and turned out to be incredible. One was a Shirley Temple cream soda. The other was just a cream soda. But there was nothing ordinary about either of them; they were terrific. COST: $22.95

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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

BOK CENTER

200 S. Denver Ave. | Tulsa

BRADY THEATER

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

CAIN’S BALLROOM

423 N. Main St. | Tulsa

CROW CREEK TAVERN

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

MUSIC+CONCERTS+COMEDY

07 01 06 PAT BENATAR AND NEIL GIRALDO Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

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

MERCURY LOUNGE

CODY JINKS

1747 S. Boston Ave. | Tulsa

The Joint: Tulsa | Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

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

PARADISE COVE | RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT

8330 Riverside Pkwy. | Tulsa

TOBY KEITH

PEORIA SHOWPLACE | BUFFALO RUN CASINO & RESORT

DUSK ‘TIL DAWN BLUES FESTIVAL

1000 Buffalo Run Blvd. | Miami

RABBIT HOLE

116 S. Elgin Ave. | Tulsa

REDS

325 E. 2nd St. | Tulsa

RIFFS | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

SKYLINE EVENT CENTER | OSAGE CASINO HOTEL

Buffalo Run Casino & Resort | Miami OK Blues Hall of Fame | Rentiesville

01-02 LAZY V 105’ PASTURE FESTIVAL

Riverbend Arena | Owens Ranch | Inola

951 W. 36th St. N. | Tulsa

SOUNDPONY

409 N. Main St. | Tulsa

THE COLONY

2809 S. Harvard Ave. | Tulsa

THE FUR SHOP

THE HUNT CLUB

224 N. Main St. | Tulsa

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

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

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Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Guthrie Green | Tulsa

CASEY DONAHEW

Downtown Wagoner

THE JOINT | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

777 W. Cherokee St. | Catoosa

JUSTIN FURSTENFELD

Brady Theater | Tulsa

BLUEGRASS AND CHILI FESTIVAL

520 E. 3rd St. | Tulsa

TRACK 5 | HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

TULSA SYMPHONY: SYMPHONY IN THE PARK

06-07

1621 E. 11th St. | Tulsa

222 N. Main St. | Tulsa

SKILLET

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Buffalo Run Casino & Resort | Miami

SOUL CITY

THE VANGUARD

HENNA ROSO

PEPE AGUILAR

Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

WALLOWS

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

WEDNESDAY

10.02

THURSDAY

10.17

SUNDAY

10.20

BERT KREISCHER

8PM

10.11

THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND

8PM

10.19

ROY ORBISON AND BUDDY HOLLY THE ROCK 'N' ROLL DREAM TOUR

6PM

10.31

TURN IT ON, TURN IT UP SCAN TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Schedule subject to change.

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

THURSDAY

AIR SUPPLY

8PM

EXPERIENCE HENDRIX

8PM

JAMEY JOHNSON

8PM

H HAPPENINGS SEPTEMBER

MUSIC+CONCERTS+COMEDY

21-22

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

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19-21

NATIONAL FIDDLER HALL OF FAME 2019 INDUCTION GALA: SHELBY EICHER

Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame | Tulsa

D. L. HUGHLEY

Skyline Event Center | Osage Casino Hotel | Tulsa

BEN HARPER AND THE INNOCENT CRIMINALS

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

The Joint: Tulsa | Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

BEN AND NOEL HAGGARD

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

I AM THEY

GINUWINE

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

29 27 Mabee Center | Tulsa

RIVER JAM 26-28 ILLINOIS AT PEYTON’S PLACE 10298 N. Hwy. 10 | Tahlequah

IDL Ballroom | Tulsa

CRAYONS IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Heritage United Methodist Church | Broken Arrow

SHANE SMITH AND THE SAINTS

14 21 Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

UB40 AND SHAGGY

Skyline Event Center | Osage Casino Hotel | Tulsa

GABRIEL IGLESIAS

Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

MISFEST FEATURING KT TUNSTALL Guthrie Green | Tulsa

RAGLAND

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

MIDLAND

DEEP PURPLE

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BUDDY GUY

L.A. GUNS

Brady Theater | Tulsa

Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

Diamondhead Resort | Tahlequah

JEFF BECK

TONY LEWIS

DWIGHT YOAKAM

MEDICINE STONE MUSIC FESTIVAL

OPENING NIGHT GALA CONCERT WITH RACHEL BARTON PINE

AMERICAN BRASS QUINTET

Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa The Joint: Tulsa | Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa | Catoosa

JONAS BROTHERS BOK Center | Tulsa

LANCO

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

DARREN KNIGHT AND CLEDUS T JUDD

Paradise Cove | River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

KANSAS

Brady Theater | Tulsa

STEVE POLTZ

Woody Guthrie Center | Tulsa

AARON WATSON

Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

JOSH ABBOTT BAND

Buffalo Run Casino & Resort | Miami

FOR KING & COUNTRY Tulsa State Fair | Expo Square | Tulsa

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ALSO IN SEPTEMBER SEPT. 5-9 MAYES COUNTY FAIR

Mayes County Fairgrounds | Pryor

SEPT. 10-12 TRANSFORMATION CONFERENCE Mabee Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 11-14 OSAGE COUNTY FREE FAIR SEPT. 6-8 TULSA 3V3

Gathering Place | Sports Courts | Tulsa

SEPT. 1-8 HAMILTON SEPT. 1 MAMMA MIA!

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 1 TULSA REINING CLASSIC Expo Square | Tulsa

SEPT. 1 JANA JAE FIDDLE CAMP AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Civic Center | Grove

Cherokee Heritage Center | Tahlequah

SEPT. 2 LEMON-AID 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

SEPT. 7 ROADKILL CHILI COOK-OFF Delaware County Fairgrounds | Jay

SEPT. 6 KALEIDOSCOPE BALL

Cox Business Center | Tulsa

Nichols Park | Henryetta

SEPT. 12-22 TULSA BALLET: CREATIONS IN STUDIO K Studio K | Tulsa

SEPT. 7 DAM J.A.M. BICYCLE TOUR Whitaker Park | Pryor

SEPT. 2 GREAT RAFT RACE

SEPT. 7 BEDOUIN SHRINE CLOWN CAR AND BIKE COLLECTORS SHOW

River West Festival Park | Tulsa

SEPT. 3-7 DELAWARE COUNTY FREE FAIR

Delaware County Fairgrounds | Jay

Claremore Expo Center | Claremore

Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve | Bartlesville

Tulsa Arts District | Tulsa

SEPT. 1 JIM SHOULDERS LIVING LEGENDS RODEO

LABOR DAY

Expo Square | Tulsa

SEPT. 7 WOOLAROC FALL TRAIL RIDE

SEPT. 6 FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL

Various locations | Tahlequah

SEPT. 5-15 AMERICAN MINIATURE HORSE REGISTRY NATIONAL SHOW

Guthrie Green | Tulsa

SEPT. 1 CHEROKEE NATIONAL HOLIDAY

EVERYWHERE

SEPT. 12-15 ROGERS COUNTY FREE FAIR

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 1-21 CHEROKEE HOMECOMING ART SHOW

Osage County Fairgrounds | Pawhuska

Honor Heights Park | Muskogee

SEPT. 6-7 ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW Dunbar Park | Wagoner

SEPT. 7 COUNTRY FARM FEST

Delaware County Fairgrounds | Jay

SEPT. 7-8 LET IT BE ARTS FESTIVAL

DAY OF CARING 2019

SEPT. 13 ALEXANDRA COUSTEAU

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 13-15 WYANDOTTE NATION TRIBAL POWWOW

Kiefer City Park | Kiefer

Wyandotte Nation Tribal Grounds | Wyandotte

SEPT. 8-14 JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS

SEPT. 13-15 SCOTFEST

11 PATRIOT DAY

23 START OF FALL

SEPT. 5-8 SHE LIKES GIRLS

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 6-8 WIZARD WORLD

Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center | Tulsa

Expo Square | Tulsa

Broken Arrow Event Park | Broken Arrow

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H HAPPENINGS ALSO IN SEPTEMBER

SEPT. 13-22 PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 14 THE CASTLE ZOMBIE RUN The Castle of Muskogee | Muskogee

SEPT. 21 2019 TULSA CLASSIC: DALLAS STARS VS. FLORIDA PANTHERS

SEPT. 27 TULSA BALLET: PETER AND THE WOLF

BOK Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 17 SUICIDEGIRLS: BLACKHEART BURLESQUE

Studio K | Tulsa

SEPT. 24-29 LES MISÉRABLES

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

Cain’s Ballroom | Tulsa

SEPT. 27-29 PIONEER DAYS

Har-Ber Village Museum | Grove

SEPT. 27-29 FIN & FEATHER FALL FESTIVAL

SEPT. 21 BLACK BUGGY DAY

Fin & Feather Resort | Gore

Guy Williams Park | Chouteau

SEPT. 21 CORN DOG CLASSIC 5K SEPT. 19-21 SKIATOOK PIONEER DAY FESTIVAL AND RODEO SEPT. 14 CONQUER THE GAUNTLET OBSTACLE RACE POSTOAK Lodge and Retreat | Tulsa

SEPT. 14 TOUR DE COWTOWN Downtown Coweta

Expo Square | Tulsa

SEPT. 24-NOV. 2 PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Shepherd’s Cross | Claremore

Skiatook Central Park | Skiatook

SEPT. 19-22 TULSA GREEK FESTIVAL Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church | Tulsa

SEPT. 20 TULSA CATTLE BARON’S BALL

The Castle of Muskogee | Muskogee

SEPT. 21 OKMULGEE AIRFEST

SEPT. 28 A BLAST FROM THE PAST CAR SHOW

Okmulgee Regional Airport | Okmulgee

SEPT. 26-29 DISNEY ON ICE: MICKEY’S SEARCH PARTY

Jones Riverside Airport | Tulsa

Expo Square | Tulsa

SEPT. 21 5K SUNSET DAM RUN Pensacola Dam | Disney

SEPT. 20 JOJO SIWA

BOK Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 14-15 OKLAHOMA GUN SHOW Expo Square | Tulsa

Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve | Bartlesville

SEPT. 26-OCT. 6 TULSA STATE FAIR Expo Square | Tulsa

Admiral Twin Drive-In | Tulsa

SEPT. 28 SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE

SEPT. 21 SCOUTING’S FALL FESTIVAL

SEPT. 14-15 BIG OM AT HOME YOGA FESTIVAL

Pearl Beach Brew Pub | Tulsa

SEPT. 21 MID-AMERICA CLASSIC COUGARS CAR SHOW AND SWAP MEET

Jack Graves Scout Reservation | Broken Arrow

SEPT. 20-21 PROJECT ALICE

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 28 NATIONAL HOOK N’ COOKOFF

SEPT. 28 COW THIEVES AND OUTLAWS REUNION

ONEOK Field | Tulsa

Mother Road Market | Tulsa

Downtown Morris

South Grand Lake Regional Airport | Ketchum

SEPT. 21 TULSA CANCER WALK AND RUN

SEPT. 14 PINEWOOD DERBY AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW

SEPT. 27-OCT. 26 HAUNTED CASTLE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

SEPT. 21 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S

Veterans Park | Tulsa

SEPT. 27 MISS NELSON HAS A FIELD DAY

River Spirit Casino Resort | Tulsa

Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Tulsa

SEPT. 28-29 WESTERN HERITAGE WEEKEND Downtown Dewey

Dates, events and times are subject to change.

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WOULD YOU RATHER LIVE WITHOUT

STREET TALK ST

There is no life without music.

–ELIZABETH M.

I have songs I go to when I am happy, sad, and lonely. Just about every emotion I experience has a song to help me enjoy or overcome what I’m experiencing or dealing with at the time. –NANCY

I would do without the music. Everyone around me is always playing music. Even in the car, I don’t turn on the radio. Sometimes it’s nice to have the quiet. –RON

I can live without TV. Music is laughter to the soul. –DEBBIE

Of course TV, but what counts as TV? Any videos ever? –LEILA

There’s no way I could commute for over an hour every day without music.

–JESSICA

I’d rather live without TV. Music frees me up to do other things. I can move around, read, and create rather than having to sit in one spot. –ELIZABETH H.

I enjoy both music and TV. I wake up each morning with a song on my mind. So I believe I would rather live without TV. –LAURA

I would give up TV because music encompasses everything. I can listen to music while I do anything. Music is too important.

Music is what fuels my soul and one of the ways I express myself (singing along and dancing shamelessly). It can draw out memories instantly, the good and the bad, and there’s nothing terrible about remembering what brought you where you are today. Music is an expression of humanity, no matter the culture.

–PIPER

I already live without TV. I can’t imagine living without music.

–DANA

I’d rather live without music, but I don’t know why. –NATALI

–JACK

I can get music on TV. –EVAN

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SHAGGY

CS CONVERSATION STARTER

FOR DECADES, JAMAICAN REGGAE MUSICIAN SHAGGY HAS BROUGHT TOGETHER PEOPLE FROM VARYING BACKGROUNDS THANKS TO RIBALD HITS LIKE “BOOMBASTIC” AND “IT WASN’T ME.”

BY G.K. HIZER

PHOTOS BY JONATHAN MANNION

Although Shaggy grabbed some attention in 1993 with his first hit, “Oh Carolina” — a remake of the Folkes Brothers’ 1960 hit — it wasn’t until 1995 that he received the attention of U.S. and worldwide audiences. “Boombastic” exploded on radio and in dance clubs, shooting Shaggy to the top of the charts

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and landing him his first Grammy for Best Reggae Album. By combining his New York street smarts and Jamaican roots, Shaggy’s swagger and willingness to work with multiple artists made him a leading reggae and dancehall artist. “Boombastic” was merely the beginning

of the rocket-ride that has been Shaggy’s career. In 2000, Hot Shot went to the top of the charts. It also proved him an astute collaborator, introducing Rikrok on “It Wasn’t Me,” topping the charts with repeated collaborator Rayvon on “Angel,” and re-recording “Luv Me, Luv Me” with Samantha Cole.

Last year’s collaborative album with Sting, 44/876, brought another Grammy for Best Reggae Album and a successful co-headlining tour that wrapped in June. With a new album, Wah Gwaan?!, released in May, Shaggy is currently crossing the U.S. with UB40.

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For fans, it works, because it’s a night full of hits. They’ve had so many hits, and I’ve got so many, that people may not realize going in, but they’ll be dancing and know almost all of the songs.

WHAT DID YOU TAKE AWAY FROM TOURING WITH STING?

HOW DID YOU DECIDE WHO TO COLLABORATE WITH ON YOUR NEW ALBUM?

Sting showed me that you never stop learning. When I was working on my record and wrote the first song, I didn’t have Sting in mind. An A&R guy heard the song and sent it to Sting. Next thing I know, I get a call that Sting wants to sing on it.

I’ve had so much luck with upand-coming artists. Sometimes

Our collaborative album, 44/876, started as a Sting album. He’d call me and ask “Can you do this?” or “Can you do that?” and before long I’m on seven songs. Finally, he said we should do

YOU’VE HAD SEVERAL HITS IN THE UNITED STATES, BUT YOU’VE PROBABLY BEEN MORE POPULAR ELSEWHERE. WHY DO YOU THINK THAT IS?

I don’t know. I try my best to cater to all markets as much as possible. I’m blessed to have survived this long and still have a career after this many years. The bottom line is I’m 50, and I’m still getting on the music charts and playlists. Sometimes I don’t know how we do it or how it works out. The industry has changed so much, and I still know the old-school ways of the music business. Now, you’ve got Spotify, Pandora, Amazon, and the other streaming services and if you hit their numbers, then it turns into chart position, and things move forward. All I can do is create a great song. It may not be a hit in the United States, but it might hit in Poland or France. “Hey, Sexy Lady” was a big hit everywhere but the United States. I make music and put it out. So long as

TELL US ABOUT SHAGGY AND FRIENDZ, YOUR FOUNDATION AND CHARITY CONCERTS FOR BUSTAMANTE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL IN JAMAICA. A. I had a friend whose daughter was in the hospital. When I visited, I got the opportunity to speak with the nurses and doctors about what they do and what they needed. This was probably about 1997 or ’98. I thought if I was ever in a position to do something, I wanted to help. When Hot Shot blew up, I was getting famous and had money, so I walked in and gave them a check, which I’ve done every year since. On one visit, I met a young girl who had a bullet in her head. I wanted to do something more to help the hospital. I set up a benefit concert. Friends told me I needed to set up a foundation to help keep everything in line, so I set up Shaggy and Friendz.

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When UB40 reformed [without Campbell] and approached me about joining for their 40thanniversary tour, it worked out. The tour has brought me to pretty much every radio market I needed to hit to promote my new album.

With Alexander Stewart, we have the same manager, and I already knew everything about him. When I was working on the record, I thought the song “You” would be a good fit for us. Alexander is a great kid. He loves music and is a student of music. So many young artists are about crowd chasing and doing what’s popular, but Alexander is a genuine music lover. That’s where we really bonded and got along.

In May, we just finished the last leg of the tour in the United Kingdom. It was great. People thought it was an odd pairing at first.

I’ve been a fan for years. I’ve always been a fan of Ali [Campbell], even after the band broke up. [Campbell left the group in 2008 to pursue other endeavors.] We were label mates on Virgin Records for years. We’ve toured together before and did a tour with Eddy Grant and Lauren Hill a few years ago.

When I released “Luv Me, Luv Me” with Samantha Cole [in 1998], I had initially done that song with Janet Jackson, but it got awkward with scheduling, and she couldn’t appear in the video. I like doing records with new and emerging musicians.

I believe I’ve got a great song, that’s all I can do.

HOW DID THE UB40 TOUR COME TOGETHER?

it as a joint album. I ended up going to my record company and convincing them to abandon the record I had been working on to go into this new project.

with a superstar, it doesn’t work. With Sting, it was different because we were already friends and knew each other.

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ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME METAL LEGENDS DEEP PURPLE MIGHT BE SAYING GOODBYE AFTER CHURNING OUT PLENTY OF CLASSIC RIFFS AND HITS DURING A CAREER THAT SAW THE GROUP SELL OVER 100 MILLION ALBUMS. BY G.K. HIZER

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The addition of Morse in 1994 injected new life and creativity into the band. Starting with Purpendicular (1994), the Deep Purple machine not only stabilized but also found itself

Although the band’s 1984 reunion effort, Perfect Strangers, is highly regarded as a return to form, it also sounds dated, and a bit forced when standing next to the progressive hooks of Infinite and Rapture of the Deep (2005) — both of which serve as examples of latter-era Purple’s power and creativity. Even so, controversy has continued to follow the band, even if only peripherally. While many consider Deep Purple to be part of the foundation of hard rock and heavy metal, the band found itself consistently overlooked by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, causing a backlash from not only the record-buying

The band was nominated again in 2015 and finally inducted April 8, 2016, with the Hall commenting upon the initial announcement that “Deep Purple’s non-inclusion in the Hall is a gaping hole which must now be filled.” When the band arrives in Tulsa Sept. 21, fans will enjoy a career of recognizable classics. Although some passively consider Deep Purple to be a one-hit-wonder, only knowing “Smoke on the Water” by name, five decades of classic riffs will roll out over the course of the evening as the band’s career output includes tracks like “Hush,” “Highway Star,” “Woman from Tokyo,” “Burn,” “Perfect Strangers” and “Knocking at Your Back Door.”

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That may raise a few eyebrows from casual and loyal fans, alike, but Deep Purple has been no stranger to defying expectations, taking unexpected detours, and being a magnet for controversy.

Sure, lightning usually only strikes once with a riff as substantial and instantly recognizable as “Smoke on the Water,” but a single spin of “One Night in Vegas” from the group’s last studio album, Infinite (2017), proves the band is churning out tunes just as heavy and progressive as ever.

fan base but admiring musicians as well. After being nominated in both 2012 and 2013, but passed over, artists as diverse as Gene Simmons (Kiss), Geddy Lee (Rush) and Steve Lukather (Toto) lobbied for the band’s inclusion, publicly commenting on their absence.

Since then, the tour has taken a detour or two, including a coheadlining tour with Judas Priest in the latter half of 2018.

While the band initially formed with Rod Evans on vocals and has seen the likes of David Coverdale and Joe Lynn Turner take over the microphone, Gillan is arguably the voice of Deep Purple. Anchored by the steadyas-stone rhythm section of Paice (the only member to survive every iteration) and Glover, Gillan’s bluesy wail could only be possibly overshadowed by former member John Lord’s Hammond organ as the signature of Deep Purple’s sound. And while Ritchie Blackmore’s involvement vaulted the band into the spotlight, much of the drama also revolved around him.

a rejuvenated band of road warriors. Modern radio hasn’t cooperated, but many fans argue that the past 25 years have been some of the band’s most consistent and creative. And while Deep Purple has always thrived on the road, Morse’s blend of fluidity, blues sensibilities, and ability to throw down huge riffs has weaved itself seamlessly into Deep Purple’s groove-heavy hard rock, making it an even more potent live act that tours consistently.

When the tour was announced December 2016, Paice hinted that it “may be the last big tour,” but added that the band didn’t know for sure. “We haven’t made any hard, fast plans, but it becomes obvious that you can’t tour the same way you did when you were 21,” says Paice. “It becomes more and more difficult. People have other things in their lives, which take time. But never say never.”

Although the group has been a dependable juggernaut of rock stability since guitarist Steve Morse joined in 1994, that’s not always been the case. The band that’s best known for the iconic rock track “Smoke on the Water” spent its first 25 years in a whirlwind of membership changes as the group continued to evolve (or in some cases, devolve) sonically.

When Deep Purple takes the stage at The Joint: Tulsa, the appearance may be part of the group’s “The Long Goodbye” tour, but don’t count on it being the last you see or hear of the band. After crossing the 50-year mark, legendary members like lead singer Ian Gillan, bassist Roger Glover, and drummer Ian Paice may realize that they can’t go on forever, but even they haven’t acknowledged this is a final farewell.

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You’ve been listening to Tony Lewis’ clear, powerful, high tenor for decades. His voice calls to you when you remember the line “Josie’s on a vacation far away. Come around and talk it over” from The Outfield’s 1986 hit “Your Love.” The band he co-founded with John Spinks, The Outfield, took the ‘80s by storm with

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COMING TO TERMS WITH THE LOSS OF HIS BEST FRIEND AND BANDMATE IN THE OUTFIELD, TONY LEWIS IS AGAIN SHARING “YOUR LOVE” WITH AUDIENCES AFTER A 14-YEAR STAGE HIATUS. BY DONNA LEAHEY

hits like “All the Love,” “Since You’ve Been Gone,” and “Voices of Babylon.” The band released their first album, Play Deep, in 1985. It went on to achieve triple platinum status and hit the top 10 in the album charts. The breakout favorite, “Your Love,” has been

covered or remixed by more than 1,000 other artists, has been heard on multiple commercials and included on too many ‘80s compilation albums to count.

Lewis returned with 2018’s Out of the Darkness, an album that pays tribute to The Outfield while staking out Lewis’ claim as a solo artist.

Lewis took a break from music when Spinks died in 2014. The death of his longtime friend and collaborator hit him hard.

He called Preview 918 from his home in London to talk about his past, future, and upcoming concert at River Spirit Casino.

FOR THE TULSA SHOW, WHAT CAN FANS EXPECT?

Fans can expect a lot of The Outfield hits but also some of my stuff including songs from the new album. The new songs are getting greatly received. Because the U.S. is a big country, not a lot of people know I’m out here. I’m starting from the grassroots level again. The first real show I did last year was the “Retro Futura” tour with Belinda Carlisle headlining. I hadn’t

THE MUSIC BUSINESS HAS CHANGED SO MUCH SINCE THE ‘80S. HOW DO YOU KEEP UP?

I think it’s changed for the better, somehow. The 1980s was a great decade. It was great for music. The songs were very, very optimistic. It was a bit like the ‘60s, a generation of great songs. For Johnnie and I, it was great to be on the radio charts with Bruce Springsteen and Madonna. Where we came from, the east end of London, we came from pretty much nothing, so the ‘80s were kind to us. I think technology has moved for the better now. The technology for videos is ridiculous; now you can make a video on your phone.

WHO WERE SOME OF YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES?

I was very influenced by The Beatles, The Who, The Kinks, and some bands from the ‘60s that had big harmonies. I was also very impressed by the glam rock of the ‘70s like T-Rex,

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HOW DID YOU DEAL WITH SPINKS’ DEATH?

It was tough. Losing my mum and losing my dad was hard enough but losing John as well, it was like losing my big brother. We shared stages for the best part of 40 years. We loved each other, but we also fought. We fought like cats and dogs most of the time. It was difficult coming to terms, especially that first show at “Retro Futura.” The first time I went onstage on my own and didn’t see him standing on my right was difficult.

WHAT DO YOU THINK MAKES “YOUR LOVE” SO ENDURING?

I don’t know. No one sits down trying to write a hit song — it just happens. It was written in 20 minutes in John’s flat. We’d come home from work; and any spare hours we had outside of work, we’d go to the studio and record demos and write songs. I’ve still got

the original lyric sheet. I’ve never thought that 35 years later, it’d still be getting this much attention.

DO YOU HAVE ANOTHER ALBUM IN THE WORKS?

The industry’s more geared to EPs now — four or five-track EPs. So, I’m going into the first mix of a new one this week that I’m calling More Than I Dared. It should be on the internet, streaming by the end of this summer, or maybe the start of 2020.

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You can’t beat The Beatles’ harmonies. They were amazing musicians. They weren’t just four lads from Liverpool who did well; they were great people.

Do you know about the passing of John [Spinks]? I didn’t even want to listen to music, let alone play guitar for a year to 18 months. One afternoon my wife said to me, “What are you doing with your days? Get your head in the game. Get back to doing what you do best.” I had some backing tracks already made in my home studio, but I’d been struggling with lyrics. My wife put some words together, and I put them with the backing tracks, and that’s how it evolved. That’s how it came to life.

Slade, and even Alice Cooper. It was a fun time to be growing up in England, in the ‘60s and ‘70s. And I think that just came out in our music.

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toured for 14 years. I didn’t know if I could sing live again, but I found I can still do it. Fans can expect an excellent, loud, vibrant show with my favorite song at the end of it, “Your Love.”

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As BC & The Big Rig has developed, the band that initially flinched at being classified as Red Dirt has come to grips with where it fits in the regional genre and dubbed it’s more guitar-rock heavy leanings “Shred Dirt.” BY G.K. HIZER PHOTOS BY MARC RAINS

Tulsa’s music scene is undoubtedly painted with a broad palette of colors and styles, from jazz to country and Americana to blues, rock, and funk. Each genre has a local artist or two who best exemplifies what Tulsa has to offer and how we blur the lines.

rock phase and transforming into a classic Americana artist with a rock edge with The Red Lights and the Brandon Clark Band. A few years ago, however, he made a conscious effort to step back. Yes, the initials are still there, but this is The Big Rig and BC is merely a part of it.

itfgdssssss more guitar-rock heavy leanings “Shred Dirt.”

If one band, in particular, connects most of the dots and pulls it all together into one cohesive whole, it might be BC & The Big Rig.

The Big Rig is one of the hardest working bands in the region. Not only is the group a staple of the local scene, but trips to Texas, Kansas, and Nebraska are commonplace, along with annual trips to New Mexico and Mile 0 Festival in Key West, Florida. The band recently returned from a trip to Sturgis, South Dakota where it played the Buffalo Chip Rally for the fifth consecutive year, with shows on the way up and back.

The band has churned out three full albums in just over four years. That’s ridiculously productive for an independent group that hasn’t relied on a label or crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter or GoFundMe to finance the process. It’s all based on hard work, productivity, and the support of friends and family. Big Rig’s latest effort is the appropriately titled Turn ‘n Burn.

With a casual and passive listen, you might initially classify the group as southern rock with a propensity for classic rock, but once you take it all in, there’s a healthy dose of classic country that informs the band, while subtle hints of ‘90s alternative rock and funk surface in different places. Lead singer Brandon Clark has been a fixture of the local music scene for nearly two decades, emerging from his college alt-

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As it has developed, the band that initially flinched at being classified as Red Dirt has come to grips with where it fits in the regional genre and dubbed

“It’s all about the songs and how you process influences to reflect where you’re from,” says bassist Chris Bell. “When I think of it that way, being labeled Red Dirt makes sense.”

The 11 tracks on the album pack plenty of barroom boogie and attitude with an abundance of guitars. There are also a few curveballs thrown in, adding new textures to the group’s sound and going deeper than mere good time rock songs.

“Randy’s Song” not only serves as a tribute to Red Dirt icon and fiddler Randy Crouch but also shows how the group fits into the scene as a whole. “We love Randy and playing shows with him,” says Clark. “He’s our guru. Of all the Red Dirt guys, he’s the rocker of the bunch, and he’s the one who gets us.” The big surprise of the record comes early as “Burdens” tackles the issues of depression and suicide. The opening lines — “Let go of your pain, let go of your sorrow / Just get through the day, we’ll deal with tomorrow” — set the tone for a sobering look in the mirror that addresses the stress and business of being in a band that can become overwhelming. “We see more and more that people are dealing with this. I think in our industry, it increases and we’ve seen it affect so many people. It all just came to a head, and we felt like we had to call it out,” says Clark.

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“We’ve always been socially conscious, and this is one way where we saw we could make a difference,” says Clark. “I think as artists, we’ve been given a platform of sorts, and in this day and age, this needs to be addressed. If five guys say it’s OK to ask for help and even one person listens and talks to a friend or calls the number, then we’ve done our part.”

While the album has plenty of big riffs and good time rock ‘n’ roll, this is the album that will change perceptions of BC & The Big Rig.

Initially suggested by Clark, the entire band agreed that the album should be encoded so that the National Suicide Prevention hotline number scrolls through when the song plays.

with the intensity of walking out the other side of despair. “Out of the darkness, hope will arrive /It’s time to be free, so don’t give up on me, because I’m still alive,” Clark sings. Initially written for a movie about brain trauma that is in production, it serves as a fitting reprisal and song of victory for the band before wrapping the album.

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While the song started as an acoustic track, it gained more intensity as the rest of the band weighed in and added to the arrangement, making it an essential track for the album.

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Though the French words “Les Misérables” have a beautiful lilt to them, don’t let that fool you. Translated “the miserable ones,” Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel, from which the musical is based, is undoubtedly weighty and dark. Filled with despondent characters such as students fighting for change, a prostitute fighting for her child, and a thief fighting for a second chance, these miserable souls cling to hope in a world that often leaves them hopeless. Despite all the darkness, it’s the light they allow into their lives that makes this musical so beautiful, poignant, and popular. Affectionately known as Les Mis, the musical has been thrilling audiences for over 32 years and is still breaking box-office records. Holding the title of one of the world’s most popular musicals, Les Misérables is also the fifth-longest-running Broadway show of all time. In addition to the Oscar-winning movie version, 120 million people in 52 countries and 22 languages have experienced this musical.

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“Les Mis was the first Broadway show I saw when I was 12 years old,” says Jimmy Smagula who plays the innkeeper Monsieur Thénardier. “I knew in the middle of watching it that this was what I wanted to do the rest of my life; to be an actor in theater, musical theater, and film.” As a teen, Smagula always envisioned himself playing the lead Jean Valjean. “I loved his character. He had so many wonderful songs. The most famous one, and my favorite being, ‘Bring Him Home’ in Act II, It’s a beautiful prayer song,” says Samgula. “I’ve been singing that song most of my life.” If you are one of the few to have never experience Les Mis in any of its art forms, don’t despair. This month, Tulsa audiences can see this powerful and poignant musical with new spectacular staging and breathtaking reimaged scenery, inspired by the paintings of Hugo. Set in early 19th-century France during the French Revolutionary war, Les Misérables

follows Valjean, who after stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister’s sick child, is sentenced to five years in prison, but serves 19 years of hard labor for trying to escape. When he is paroled, Valjean is determined to leave his former life behind and lead a good life. Unfortunately, he can’t seem to escape his past. Obsessed with punishing Valjean for skipping parole, Inspector Javert, who was Valjean’s guard in prison, pursues him at every turn. Javert won’t let him forget where he came from or who he is. “Les Mis works on so many different levels because there’s something for everyone to explore in their own life,” says Smagula. “And the story is timeless.” With a cast of wounded characters and a title like Les Misérables, one would think the story would leave you feeling hopeless, but in fact, the opposite is true. Underneath all the stories of love, rejection, sacrifice, and

Redemption isn’t the only theme of Les Misérables. Audiences can see elements of social justice, human rights, and class conflicts, especially in the powerful scene where the students are singing, fighting, and dying on the barracks. “The French Revolution and the students revolting and fighting for what they believe in is an extremely relatable theme for our time right now in our country,” says Smagula. In between the fleeing and fighting, the light shines through, and some even get to experience love. Cosette, Jean Valjean’s sister’s daughter, and Marius Pontmercy fall in love. “My daughter, Éponine, is also in love with Marius,” Smagula explains. But Marius doesn’t return her love. “Her song ‘On My Own’ is a song of unrequited love we can all relate to.” “Audiences are still going crazy for Les Mis,” says Smagula, who has done seven Broadway shows in his career. “It’s a show that will change you when you go to it. Those are the kinds of shows as an actor you hope to be in.” Being in the show that inspired him to become an actor is a 32-year-dream come true. “I used to sing these songs in my childhood bedroom, and now I’m doing it in front of 500 people a night, so it’s incredible,” says Smagula. However, there was a time Smagula thought this dream of performing in Les Mis would never come true. When he was 26 years old,

Because he was always auditioning for the next thing, Lady Luck might have shined on him again when he landed a role in The Phantom of the Opera, another childhood dream come true. “I remember being in the theater with my aunt when I was 13 years old seeing The Phantom of the Opera, and then being in the show on the stage in the same theater,” says Smagula. “I would look out at the same seat I sat in when I was 13.” Smagula knows his dream-come-true career experiences are not the norm for most actors, and he doesn’t take them for granted. “I’ve been insanely lucky,” he says. Of all the shows he’s been in, Smagula considers it a gift to be in Les Mis. “I’ve done a lot of shows, and you don’t get the opportunity too often to be part of a show that changes people, and this show changes people,” says Smagula. “It changed my life.”

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Amid all the dark themes, Smagula loves hearing the audience laugh at his character. “I love that I get to be funny being miserable.”

Over Smagula’s career, he’s done 25 television shows, movies, voice-overs, and commercials. “I don’t think I gave up on Les Mis at 26 years old, but I certainly was like, ‘OK, I’ll go on to the next thing.’”

Smagula is quick to point out that though many of the characters receive their redemption, Monsieur Thénardier and his wife, Madame Thénardier, are miserable, wretched souls who remain so until the very end. “We’re crooks and thieves and terrible people, but we’re hilarious at being terrible,” says Smagula, who says the audience has a great relationship with his character. “He’s layered and dark, and I have lots of fun doing it.”

“As an actor, you’re always rolling with the punches because most of the things you audition for, you’re not going to get,” says Smagula. “When things don’t work out, it’s challenging, but it’s a mistake for any actor to pursue one job or dream show. It’s a mistake to say, ‘Well, I’m going just to try to get into Les Mis’ when there are four million other jobs for you to do as an actor.”

“One lyric at the end of the show speaks to what the show is about,” says Smagula. “’To love another person is to see the face of God.’ That lyric is what I think the entire show is about.”

he came close to understudying the role of Jean Valjean, but not getting the part didn’t deter him from his dreams of performing.

hopelessness, one theme stands out above them all: redemption.

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Princesses have come a long way in the last 50 years. No longer are they damsels in distress pining for Prince Charming to ride in on a white horse and whisk them toward their happily ever after. Many of today’s fictional princesses seem to have swung in the opposite direction. No longer weak and whiny, many princesses have become heroes of their films and books. “Women’s empowerment is at an all-time high,” says Courtney Paige Allen, co-owner of Storybook Princesses, a company with a mission to make magic in Oklahoma so that children will know they can make each of their dreams come true. No matter how you describe them, most princesses, both old and new, have inspiring stories to tell. They aren’t just beautiful two-dimensional characters wearing fancy gowns. Many have experienced loss, grief, and heartache. It’s through these valuable life lessons and empowering stories the women at Storybook Princesses want to share hope with the community. One story they love reading to children is The Princess and the Frog. “[In the story] Tiana teaches that things are not just going to be given to us,” says Allen. “But with hard work and perseverance, you can reach many of your dreams. She also teaches us not to judge someone based on appearance.”

While the story Cinderella teaches a similar message about hard work, the character emphasizes people can be kind even to those who don’t seem to deserve it. “Cinderella worked her whole life for her stepmother and her stepsisters, and she continued to show them kindness and love even when they didn’t deserve it,” says Allen. “Even though she worked hard to help her family, she didn’t give up on her dreams even when they seemed impossible.” Allen also has a special place in her heart for Rapunzel — formerly the Brothers Grimm’s tower princess — because of the life lessons Allen learned from Tangled. It was that 2010 Disney movie that brought her out of deep depression and pushed her to follow her dreams. “Rapunzel was locked away and not able to experience life. But she turns her world around,” says Allen. “She dares to leave the tower after 18 years, and deals with social awkwardness.” Allen knows a thing or two about social anxiety and awkwardness due to Asperger’s syndrome (AS). “I have to put a lot of effort into leaving my own ‘tower,’ per se,” Allen says. But she’s learned that having the courage to leave her tower, braving the world where she doesn’t seem to fit, and

fighting for her dreams has made all the difference in her life. Allen not only has Asperger’s, a form of autism, but also EhlersDanlos syndrome (EDS), a chronic joint disorder. “This is a stand for being able to live your dreams and make your dreams happen no matter what,” says Allen. “People told me I could never do things. People told me I could never be social. People told me I’d always be in pain. This is my way of proving them wrong. We don’t need easy; we need possible. This is my way of showing children they can do the same things and that dreams are still possible.” Allen knows her medical challenges don’t have to be a curse, and she wants to model that for the children. “It can be a blessing,” says Allen. “You don’t have to let it cripple you.” Allen knows her EDS may eventually end up crippling her body, but not her spirit. “I want to live my dream now because quite possibly, I may end up in a wheelchair when I’m 30 or 40.” On the way to Rapunzel’s self-discovery and acceptance, she learns to see the good in everyone despite their actions or appearances, and she offers them forgiveness. “We mess up sometimes in life, but Tangled shows everyone matters,” says Allen. “She even

shows she cared for Mother Gothel, who locked her in the tower, when she reaches for her when she falls out of the tower.” Playing Rapunzel has helped Allen find happiness and joy again. “She inspires me daily to bring light and magic to the Oklahoma community.” “Princesses are compassionate, adventurous, daring, and intelligent,” says Sarah Goran, co-owner of Storybook Princesses. “And these lessons and qualities are passed on to children through our princesses and their stories.” Goran loves playing Frozen’s Elsa and relates to her most because she overcame similar obstacles. “We see her struggle with anxiety from her powers and depression from having to lock herself away,” says Goran, who was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) at a young age. “Elsa inspired me and made me feel that I was not going through this alone,” says Goran. “She inspired me to face and overcome my obstacles.” “Frozen is the first [Disney] movie to deal with depression,” says Allen. “Elsa has PTSD because she hurt her sister and because her parents died. Because Elsa is afraid of hurting people, she shuts

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But the healing power of love and family isn’t the only thing Frozen teaches. “Elsa overcame her biggest fears, became who she was meant to be, learned to love again and have a life,” says Allen. “Children can do the same.” That’s why Storybook Princesses’ mission is to teach children, “there is more in you!” Their goal is to encourage girls and boys to reach out and find their happily ever after. One can say the way Storybook Princesses was born could be a dream-come-true

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“We take great pride in character integrity, which sets us apart from many,” says Goran. “We invest a large amount of time and money into our characters with professional wigs, costumes, accessories, and unique names that follow the princess storylines.” Allen and Goran are not the only performers at Storybook Princesses. The other princesses are played by people who not only resemble a character but also respect the character integrity to help keep the magic alive for everyone. All their performers have been professionally trained in the arts such as vocal performance, dance, musical theater, and cosmetology.

Allen and Goran agree there are a lot of fun moments playing princesses. Sometimes the questions the children ask test their knowledge of each princess; other times they catch them off guard. Allen remembers the time a little boy emerged from under her hoop skirt, looked at her, and said, “Hey, nice shorts.” When Allen looked at the mom, she said he’d been under there for three minutes. Allen had no idea. “The hoop skirts are like a tent,” says Allen with a laugh. She admits she often feels like a human jungle gym with the girls and boys wanting to climb up on her lap. And if you think princesses are just for girls, think again. Their love and lessons are for all children.

While most children run and knock the princesses over with big hugs, sometimes children are scared. “It’s intimidating to see your favorite princess in real life,” says Allen. “But most of the time they warm up. I can’t tell you how many children have touched my heart.” She recalls a time when they were taking pictures, and someone asked them to meet a little girl in the neighborhood. “We said sure, but weren’t prepared,” says Allen. “The little girl had Down syndrome. She came out of the garage and started crying. All she wanted to do was give her favorite princesses hugs and love on us. She was completely stunned and couldn’t speak. We sat there and sang to her. Her family was crying, and we cried as soon as we got in the car. It’s a memory we will never forget.”

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Allen, who plays Anna, and Goran, who plays Elsa, demonstrate to children what sisterly love looks like. “I get to teach the little kids nothing can be in your way as long as you believe in yourself and you have people that support you, like your friends and family,” says Allen.

Storybook Princesses offers party packages for events, birthday parties, and charity events. This includes singing performances, inspirational stories, dancing, makeovers, princess coronations, crafts, games, pixie dusting from a fairy godmother for wishes, and so much more.

It wasn’t until Allen began to see how many of the children she entertained didn’t have much that she felt inspired to encourage their dreams through a little Disney magic. “Some children don’t have good home lives, and our princess stories bring the message of love and happiness to them. We show them that from the moment they are born, they are wanted and loved,” Allen says.

“I can’t tell you how many times boys want to be pixie dusted,” says Allen, who explained pixie dusting is when the fairy godmother sprinkles glittery magic dust and asks the children to close their eyes and make a wish.

“It’s imperative for these little girls dealing with depression to see love can cure that,” says Allen. “[In Frozen] Anna heals Elsa’s frozen heart and shows her what true love is. She helps her through her hard time.”

“Rather than be competitors, Courtney and I merged our two businesses, and from that, Storybook Princesses was born,” says Goran.

“When I started, everything was simple,” says Allen, referring to the roles she played as the princesses. “The characters weren’t complicated, and there wasn’t as much detail, but as you learn, you grow.”

With the alarming number of children diagnosed with depression and the increased suicide rates among this age group, Allen and Goran know how powerful the love of princesses are to children.

fairytale. Goran created her company five years ago after volunteering at a local church in Owasso. Allen began her princess journey four years ago after spending time at a boutique in Owasso.

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EVENING HAS ARRIVED, AND WHILE THE SUNLIGHT MAY BE FINISHED UNTIL TOMORROW, YOU’RE REVVED UP AND READY TO CONQUER THE “COOLEST” PART OF THE DAY -DOWNTOWN TULSA AFTER DARK.

NIGHT NIGHT SHIFT SHIFT As the day winds down and stretches into night, downtown Tulsa wakes up with electric energy. Bright lights stir across the skyline, Uber drivers prowl the busy streets, and craft and domestic beer bottles go down easy. Our downtown comes alive in the dark of night, and its nightlife carries on an authentic spirit. Whatever the activity or hour, it’s a celebration of the senses that’s more refreshing than a full eight hours of sleep.

BY MICHELE CHIAPPETTA AND ROB HARMON

Whether it’s the taste of a wellpoured nightcap, the sight of glowing neon signs, the smell of dinner, the sounds of scooters flying past you, or the feel of sweat breaking on your brow at a concert or dance club, there’s no better time to call it a day and make the most of Tulsa at night.

movie theater. But it’s well worth making an effort to spend a short time inside the IDL — and here’s why. Downtown Tulsa is filled with blocks of walkable entertainment — with live music joints, gaming, dining, imbibing, shopping and oh, so much more.

Sure, you may work there during the day, and you may live across town, so getting there requires a little more effort than just driving over to the nearest neighborhood restaurant or

Downtown Tulsa is a great place to find locally made artisan ales, specialty beers, craft chocolates, and some of the best pies in town. It’s where you can get adult slushies and

go retro bowling. You can sit out on the lawn at Guthrie Green, enjoying conversation and people-watching, between hitting the restaurant and the after-hours bar. Not sure where to start your evening out? We scoured the downtown area for fun things to do after the sun went down and found more than a few. Plan your best night ever with our playbook that includes countless ways to celebrate staying up as the lights go down.

ALBERT G’S BAR-B-Q 421 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

A Tulsa tradition since 1992, Albert G’s is bringing the meat. Just don’t ask owner Chuck Gawey for his secret rub recipe; he won’t give it to you. Visit him at Albert G’s Bar-B-Q, though, and he’ll be glad to serve that rub to you, on generous plates of slow-smoked brisket, ribs, turkey, and more. Of course, all that sweet, savory, and spicy goodness will make you want that recipe even more. The brisket is the most popular item on the menu. It’s certified Angus beef slow-smoked for over 12 hours. The beef is tender and juicy and full of smoked flavor. The pork ribs are another popular choice. The meat falls off the bone, and the rub gives them just the right kick. They’re so good that you will find room for more until they’re all gone. The smoked chicken wings are a spicy favorite too. Raise a beer. Shout and cheer for your favorite team while watching the game on one of their many TVs.

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BOOMTOWN TEES

BAXTER’S INTERURBAN GRILL

114A S. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

Whether it’s a famous slogan, a sports team, or just a simple outline of Oklahoma, we like to show off our state love here in Tulsa. And nowhere else in town will you find a more diverse selection of unique, locally designed and printed Tulsa T-shirts than Boomtown Tees, located in the bustling Blue Dome District. Although the storefront may appear tiny from the outside, the cozy interior is surprisingly packed with floor-toceiling shelves of quirky tees, tanks, and hoodies that celebrate all things local. If you grew up in Tulsa, Boomtown is a wearable treasure trove of childhood memories. And you’ll be repping 918 in style.

717 S. HOUSTON AVE. | TULSA

Some people are fortunate to know at an early age what they want to do for a living. Craig Baxter, chef and owner of Baxter’s Interurban Grill in downtown Tulsa, is one of those people. To this day, since starting in the restaurant industry in the late-1970s, people ask him why he’s still doing it, and he says it’s all he’s ever known. He still loves interacting one-on-one with customers and everything else about the whole restaurant scene as much as he did when he started. The service, quality of the menu items, and the price value that Baxter offers at his restaurant is what sets them apart from a lot of other places in the area. Parking is not a problem, and they’re close to hotels. Baxter’s Interurban is much more than just a restaurant that serves strictly American. Their Tex-Mex is fantastic, and they strive never to get a complaint. The steaks are also a great choice. Take advantage of the bar as well. They offer happy hour specials, plenty of beers on tap, and some great desserts, like their fanfavorite carrot cake.

CAZ’S CHOWHOUSE 18 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Comfortable, laid back, easy to love — Caz’s Chowhouse is essential to any visit you make downtown. And if you want some comfort-food chicken dishes, this is the place to go. From the chicken and waffles (crispy tenders served over sizable Belgian waffles with syrup and a side of black-eyed peas) to the hand-battered, plate-sized chicken-fried chicken draped lovingly over mashed red potatoes with skillet gravy and green beans, there is no wrong choice. Don’t pass up the chicken-fried steak, rib-eye, or the Big C, with two half-pound patties, double cheese, bacon, and all the fixings. Caz’s will not let you down before (or after) a heady night on the town.

DILLY DINER 402 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

Whether you’re looking for someplace to visit before or after a concert, something unique to show your out-of-town guests, or a fun night out on the town with friends, the Blue Dome District is one of Tulsa’s best options. And when you’re ready for a meal, a snack, a drink, or a sweet treat, walk across the street from the actual Blue Dome into the Dilly Diner. Dilly Diner looks and feels like a classic diner while offering some modern and trendy touches. If you want some savory with your sweet, you must try the chicken and waffles. Bring some friends with you to try The Jed, a massive, platesized cinnamon roll. It’s made fresh in Dilly’s bakery and topped with your choice of a brown sugar pecan glaze or the traditional whipped cream cheese frosting. There are plenty of options to satisfy your cravings, but at some point you should consider the chicken-fried steak.

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EL GUAPO’S 332 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

DUST BOWL LANES AND LOUNGE

Do you enjoy a relaxing meal on the patio with friends or family, sipping something cold, and people watching? What if you could do it over a plate of freshly made, delicious, authentic Mexican food while overlooking a breathtaking view of downtown Tulsa? Fortunately, you can do all of those things at Tulsa’s only rooftop cantina, El Guapo’s. El Guapo’s has owned its corner of downtown since 2007, and not just because of the view from the roof; a lot has to do with its authentic Oaxaca-style Mexican dishes. El Guapo’s decor is quirky and eclectic, with brick peeking through stucco, bright turquoise, and terra cotta paint, and giant-headed cherubs and paintings of chickens decorating the walls. One of the most popular menu items is the smoked steak and cheese flauta. The Tacos el Guapo is another excellent menu choice. If you’re looking for a tasty starter, there are plenty of options. Of course, El Guapo’s serves up a great burrito. What goes better with Mexican food than a cold, sweet, tangy margarita? Finish your meal off with a basket of sopapillas, served fresh and hot with a side of honey.

211 S. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

If you thought bowling was no longer a thing, then you haven’t set foot in the Dust Bowl yet. This hip bowling alley will throw you back in time like a visit to Pleasantville, yet it’s modern enough for you and your friends to enjoy a great night out. The Dust Bowl offers a retro 1960s- ‘70s feel in a variety of ways. The materials used to build the lanes came from authentic bowling alleys from decades past, polished and shiny as new. The seating mixes bright orange counter seating and lime green couches. Paneled wood walls and hanging globe lights top off the look, making you suspect that the Brady Bunch or Partridge Family might wander in any moment for a night out. As you’d expect, the Dust Bowl offers more than just bowling lanes. They offer food, drinks, and music too. In terms of food, the Dust Bowl carries through with its retro theme, offering menu items that feel exactly like what you’d expect to get in a bowling alley from 1975, but with the modern verve of the McNellie’s Group’s chefs.

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

Few things are as excellent as a day at the ballpark: Getting lost in the excitement of the game, enjoying a cold beer and maybe some piping-hot fries from a vendor’s cart, or a big slice of pizza from the concession stand. All you need is the chance to catch a foul ball, and your day is perfect. You’re not likely to catch any foul balls at Elgin Park, but you can get lost in a game on one of their televisions while you enjoy beer, fries, a slice of pie and other great eats. Alongside the Elgin Park brews on tap are an excellent selection of guest brews and in-house specials. There’s an extensive collection of Oklahoma beers like Hanson Bros. Beer Co. Mmmhops Pale Ale or the delicious Prairie Bomb! Stout from Prairie Artisan Ales. Of course, you can choose such ballpark staples as Bud Light, Coors, and Dos Equis XX lager if you prefer. Beer this good needs something special to pair with it. Let Elgin Park introduce you to New Haven-style pizza. This is some seriously good pizza sold by the slice or by the pie. Burgers and sandwich offerings include The Q (smoked brisket, smoked bologna, pub cheese, pickled onions, barbecue sauce, and toasted brioche), meatball hoagie, Fassler Italian sausage, cheesesteak and Double a Dog (foot-long hot dog, cheddar, bacon and a chili-on-top option).

FASSLER HALL 304 S. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

“Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit!” goes the favorite Oktoberfest song: A toast to friendship and good times. Oktoberfest comes around once a year, with its oompah bands, a great German beer, sausages, and pretzels, pretty girls and handsome boys, singing, laughing and enjoying the company of friends new and old. But when Oktoberfest comes to an end, that doesn’t mean the celebration of German food, beer, and friendly company ever has to. Fassler Hall, a German beer hall in the Blue Dome District, can help you enjoy the feel of Oktoberfest throughout the year. Fassler Hall’s menu is a celebration of German beer hall food. The most popular items are the sausages, for a good reason. All Fassler Hall sausages are made inhouse. Of course, what German beer hall would be complete without beer? They have many of the German staples on draft. They also offer plenty of bottles and cans as well.

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JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S PUBLIC HOUSE 409 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

It’s one of those nights. You want a beer and yummy bar food, and you want to hang out with friends, but you want to relax and feel at home. What are you going to choose? Like the meme says: Why not both? James E. McNellie’s Public House is like your other living room. The mismatched tables and chairs make it feel casual and comfortable. The bar with 72 taps lets you know you have all the time in the world to explore McNellie’s beer menu. And the menu … oh, the menu. So many options, some straight off an Irish pub menu board, some straight-up Americana. All the beers are so tasty, you’ll have a hard time deciding where to start. Best of all, unlike your living room, someone else is washing the dishes when you’re finished.

FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL TULSA ARTS DISTRICT | TULSA

Welcome to one of Tulsa’s eclectic enclaves of boutique shops, one-of-a-kind restaurants, museums, parks, creative businesses, clubs, studios and art galleries: the historic downtown Tulsa Arts District. Join them on the first Friday of every month to experience all the sights, sounds, and tastes the District has to offer — with an event that could only happen here. If you’ve ever attended First Friday Art Crawl, then you’ve experienced the energy that lights up this part of downtown. People of all ages and walks of life stroll from gallery to gallery, curious about what new art they will discover in each unique venue. Performers grace the stage of Guthrie Green and pop up in unexpected places, adding to the ambiance of the evening. Restaurants and coffee shops brim with laughter and conversations while bars and clubs swell with excitement and live entertainment. If you think, because you’ve attended the First Friday Art Crawl once or even a dozen times, you’ve seen it all, you are mistaken.

MAGIC CITY BOOKS 221 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

After a day filled with endless base-touching meetings, commuting frustrations, and IT glitches, you owe it to yourself to turn down the volume of the workday or week. If you’re interested in lowering your heart rate in a cacophonous city, you are not alone. There happens to be quite the quiet community, and interestingly enough, it’s one that welcomes folks to share in the experience of “keeping to yourself” by throwing yourself into a book. A Tulsa Literary Coalition project, Magic City Books not only provides downtown with an abundant supply of literary and popular fiction books, as well as compelling narrative nonfiction works, they also support the community with culture-enriching author events and other happenings. As the home of Booksmart Tulsa, the bookstore’s Algonquin Room has hosted book signings and other literary events that make this bookstore a unique stop for your downtown Tulsa after-dark activities.

HURTS DONUT 111 S. DETROIT AVE. | TULSA

Tulsa waited for what seemed like forever to see this fantastic doughnut shop open. When it did, people lined up for hours for a chance to order a dozen or two of the melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts. Nobody was disappointed. These days, people still drive great distances to pick up these fresh and sugary morsels, but thankfully the lines aren’t as long. Open 24 hours a day, your downtown-afterdark excursion just got a little sweeter.

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MEXICALI BORDER CAFE 14 W. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Hanging from the high ceiling of Mexicali Border Café is a large Corona sign that traveled from the back of the Corona beer plant in the bed of a pickup truck. It’s just one of the details that helps you believe you’re walking into a cantina on the border for some good food and good times. Since 1986, Mexicali Border Café has been a Tulsa tradition for great Mexican food. The menu is continually changing and evolving to keep up with the times. Mexicali is famous for its fajitas. Sizzling fresh cooked beef, chicken, or shrimp with onions and peppers is brought to your table, fragrant and hot. The Ultimate Enchiladas are another favorite. Some of the Tex-Mex specialties include the crispy chimichangas which you can get stuffed with shredded beef, seasoned ground beef, or shredded chicken. The Enchiladas Cozumel is another delicious option, filled with shrimp, portabella mushrooms, Jack cheese, pico, and sautéed spinach. The roasted red bell pepper sauce sets it off perfectly.

PRAIRIE ARTISAN ALES BREWPUB 223 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

OSAGE CASINO HOTEL 951 W. 36TH ST. | TULSA

When it comes to entertainment, the cards are never stacked against you at Osage Casino Hotel. The near-downtown gaming hub boasts more than 1,600 slot machines and a litany of video games, in addition to table games. When it’s time to cash out, it’s all bets down on entertainment, from pub grub and craft beers at Nine Band Brewing, sports on the big screens at Thunder Bar & Grill or an intimate concert at the Skyline Event Center. With over a $100 million in payouts over the last year, Osage Casino Hotel is an enjoyable experience where winning is always fun. The hotel’s excellent accommodations (including grand luxury suites, patio luxury suites, and king and double queen rooms) make it a smart getaway for anyone wanting to play and stay close to home.

PINKITZEL CUPCAKES AND CANDY 201 S. DENVER AVE. | TULSA

After-dinner sweet tooth got you distracted and craving some dessert? Swing by Pinkitzel. Custom cupcakes with flavors like peanut butter cup, white chocolate raspberry, carrot cake, strawberry milkshake, and double truffle can’t disappoint. They have truffles, macarons, and a candy boutique too, colorful and eye-catching as well as delicious. And it’s a perfect place for a birthday party or a parent-child fun date, where you can make your very own cupcake.

For the first two years of its existence, liquor laws in Oklahoma prevented Prairie Artisan Ales Brewpub from serving anything stronger than 4 percent alcohol. This meant some of the brewery’s top-rated beers that Oklahomans have come to love, including the imperial brown ale Okie, and the Bomb!, an imperial stout aged on coffee, chocolate, vanilla beans, and ancho chili peppers, were left off the beer menu. But since 2018’s legislation, all that has changed. Now, these and so many other high-point beers are available to be paired with already outstanding food menu items. The burger is a healthyportioned patty of either beef or black bean with juicy roasted tomato, housemade pickles, haystack onions and a thick slice of cheddar. A beautiful mound of their lip-smacking, addictive fries is served on the side.

SHUFFLES BOARD GAME CAFE 207 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

It’s not only a coffee shop, but it’s also a bar. Even more so, it’s a delicious restaurant. But what makes Shuffles Board Game Café distinctive are the games. The fees to play games are still very reasonable. Customers can select from an extensive board game library that contains over 700 titles. There are new and old games — everything from Hungry Hungry Hippos, Uno and Mouse Trap, to old favorites like Battleship, Monopoly, Scrabble and various renditions of Risk, to more complicated ones like Settlers of Catan, Carcassonne and even Dungeons & Dragons. And just about everything in between. The food menu includes tasty items like burgers, sandwiches, chicken, and salads, as well as an excellent slate of appetizers. In addition to beer and wine, the well-stocked bar has tons of different rum, whiskey, vodka, and scotch options, as well as many different mixed drink choices. Of course, there’s also coffee and milkshakes of different flavors, including some with alcohol, if you’re so inclined.

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SISSEROU’S

THE BOXYARD

107 N. BOULDER AVE. | TULSA

502 E. 3RD ST. | TULSA

In the heart of Tulsa’s happening Tulsa Arts District, there is a small oasis of Caribbean flavor and fun. It’s called Sisserou’s, and if you haven’t visited yet, make time to go because this colorful little restaurant is a mini-vacation to the islands that you’ll never forget. The restaurant is influenced mainly by the cooking of Dominica. Jerk seasonings, Indian curries, island coconut, seafood and more can all be found here. The recipes are a blend of more traditional ingredients that reflect the Caribbean with twists to make the dishes palatepleasing to the general public.

The Boxyard in downtown Tulsa made its debut in December 2016 as the first of its kind of design in the area. Entirely made of shipping containers used for years of international shipping, The Boxyard’s shopping, dining and drinking areas are both environmentally friendly and a blast for visitors. The result is that people enjoy a variety of small businesses that offer inviting, eclectic foods, drinks, clothing, services and more. Over the last couple of years, The Boxyard’s tenants have changed a bit, so if you haven’t visited in a while, now is a great time to check out the new additions and the old goodies that continue to have shops here. You’ll find several offerings you can’t find elsewhere — with a hip, urban, creative vibe that inspires people to come back again and again. To enjoy the flavor and style of The Boxyard as well as great views of the downtown Tulsa skyline, stop by the main rooftop patio or the deck outside Open Container.

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

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THE TAVERN

114 S. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

The extensive wine list at The Tavern offers some of the best wines from across the globe. Their beer list includes local breweries like Elgin, Marshall, Dead Armadillo, and more on tap. For the whiskey lover, The Tavern has a selection of more than 40 bourbons, ryes, and scotches, including several single malts. The Tavern’s menu changes seasonally. Whatever the season, however, there are some favorites you can count on. The Tavern Burger is a real staple. Another perennial favorite is the chicken roulade. If you prefer pork, consider the porkchop. To start your meal off right, take a look at the bar snacks and small plates menu. A unique and delicious must-try is the bacon popcorn.

If you’re a fan of the 1980s and 1990s, then this themed arcade bar is going to be a perfect place to rock out and hang out after-hours. Something is happening every night of the week, from trivia and bingo to ladies’ night and live DJs. Try your hand at pinball, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Tron, Tetris, and other arcade games. And enjoy their sizable beer and cocktails menu. Whether you’re into shots, wine, adult slushies, or mixed drinks, you’ll find something perfect for a night of throwback fun with your friends.

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201 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

THE BOXYARD (TOP IMAGE AND BOTTOM-LEFT IMAGE): JESSICA KARIN PHOTOGRAPHY

Moved by music? There’s no better place downtown to track down vintage vinyl from artists you grew up with, check out recent releases, or stumble through musical genres you didn’t know existed than at Spinster Records. Get lost in flipping through the albums, pausing to look at the outstanding cover art. Check out turntables and hi-fi audio hardware. If you’re a serious music fan, you’ll know there’s nothing quite like vinyl to recreate live sound. Spinster Records also hosts events like live music performances, which you can keep up to date with when you visit their Facebook page.

WELLTOWN BREWING 114 W. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

TI AMO RISTORANTE 219 S. CHEYENNE AVE. | TULSA

Ti Amo’s downtown location has a cozy, inviting atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve left Tulsa for a quick trip to New York City. The wait staff is top-notch, and they’ll make you feel catered to as they serve you a delicious meal of Italian food with Mediterranean influences. The wines, appetizers, dinners, and desserts are all superb. We’re fond of the crab cakes, shrimp scampi, penne Cajun, and tiramisu, but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. It’s a perfect spot for a romantic date night.

The taproom is a fun, vibrant place that is kid-friendly and even dog-friendly, with a rooftop patio and first-floor garage doors that open up to the sidewalk during beautiful weather. Because they don’t serve any hard alcohol such as vodka or whiskey, Welltown Brewing is allowed to welcome minors into the establishment. (That’s also why it’s called a “taproom” and not a “bar.”) That distinction alters the atmosphere in a way that makes it less aggressive and gives it a more inclusive, calmer vibe.

ALSO CHECK OUT AHHA TULSA 101 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

FUR SHOP 520 E. 3RD ST. | TULSA

NAPLES FLATBREAD 201 S. DENVER AVE. | TULSA

AMELIA’S 122 N. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

GLACIER BEAN TO BAR 209 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

ONEOK FIELD 201 N. ELGIN AVE. | TULSA

GUTHRIE GREEN 111 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

PEACEMAKER LOBSTER AND CRAB CO. 313 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

GYPSY COFFEE HOUSE 303 N. M.L.K. JR. BLVD. | TULSA HODGES BEND 823 E. 3RD ST. | TULSA

PRHYME: DOWNTOWN STEAKHOUSE 111 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

SATURN ROOM 209 N. BOULDER AVE. | TULSA

IDL BALLROOM 230 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

SOUNDPONY LOUNGE 409 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

INNER CIRCLE VODKA BAR 410 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

TAVOLO 427 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

JINYA RAMEN BAR 416 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

THE HUNT CLUB 224 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

JUNIPER 324 E. 3RD ST. | TULSA

THE MAYO HOTEL | THE PENTHOUSE BAR 115 W. 5TH ST. | TULSA

LAFFA 111 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA LEFTY’S ON GREENWOOD 10 N. GREENWOOD AVE. | TULSA LONE WOLF BANH MI 203 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA LOTUS SANDWICH EATERY & BAR 111 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

THE UNICORN CLUB 222 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA THE VANGUARD 222 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA THE VAULT 620 S. CINCINNATI AVE. | TULSA TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 110 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

MAINLINE ART & COCKTAILS 111 N. MAIN ST. | TULSA

VALKYRIE 13 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

MIXCO 3RD ST. AND DENVER AVE. | TULSA

VINTAGE WINE BAR 324 E. 1ST ST. | TULSA

YOKOZUNA 309 E. 2ND ST. | TULSA

9146 S. YALE, STE. 100 | TULSA

Japanese fusion is so much more than the cuisine; it’s embodied in everything about Yokozuna. The Yokozuna menu is a journey with stops for everyone, whether you love your sashimi and nigiri, or prefer your fish fully cooked. Start on the cocktail menu, where you’ll find whimsically named concoctions like Now & Zen and Violet Confrontation. Don’t skip the appetizer menu. Yokozuna has some fantastic offerings. The house-cut sweet potato fries are a revelation. The ramen bowls have to be tried to be believed. Forget about the ramen you had in college. This is a decadent serving of pork or chicken with a soy egg and more, in a broth so thick, rich, and flavorful. The poke bowls are another popular choice, but the heart of Yokozuna is its sushi menu, and it never disappoints.

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BY MICHELE CHIAPPETTA AND ROB HARMON

Whether your interests lie in the visual arts, music, food, history, space, architecture, or the media, Green Country has a museum for everyone.

State Arts of the

In an increasingly hyper-interactive world, the very notion of a museum seems rather quaint: the hushed environment, the quiet contemplation of artifacts and art, the idea of spending two or three hours not touching your smartphone.

But as it turns out, today’s museums are often a far cry from the dust-covered repositories of the ancient and discarded that so many of us recall from those grade-school class trips. Green Country boasts a wonderful palette of museums, historic houses, and simply downright odd collections brimming not only with relics of the past, but in many cases, cutting-edge interactive exhibits, live performances and cool classes for kids and adults. If one hallmark of a community’s art scene is the variety of museums and galleries it offers, then Green Country, Oklahoma should be proud of the way it provides cultural enrichment to its citizens. We’re blessed with a fantastic selection of places to view classical and modern art, take art classes, learn about history, and come to a deeper appreciation for all the things that make the world magical and exciting. Many of these spots are very affordable (some are free), and most offer a variety of programming of interest for all ages. You can take art classes, bring the kids to interactive courses, hear live music performances, and so much more. To get you started, we’ve put together a list of must-visit galleries and museums that make Green Country shine.

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ahha Tulsa 101 E. ARCHER ST. | TULSA

Interactive art is some of the best art, and Ahha Tulsa is one of the most effective providers of this to the public in Green Country. Their current second-floor exhibit, THE EXPERIENCE, is a fully immersive art installation on a grand scale, allowing museum-goers to explore a multimedia landscape of sight, sound, touch, and movement. It is experiential art done well. Beyond their other, perhaps more traditional exhibits, the museum provides open lab sessions for anyone to work on photography, printing, drawing, metalsmithing, and more.

Cherokee Heritage Center 21192 S. KEELER DRIVE | PARK HILL

Immerse yourself in Cherokee tribal history, culture, and the arts by visiting this beautiful cultural center in the heart of the Cherokee Nation. The Heritage Center is situated on the grounds of the Cherokee Female Seminary (circa 1851), one of the first such institutions for women west of the Mississippi. Attractions include a recreated 1710 Cherokee village, a replication of an 1890s Cherokee village, a moving Trail of Tears exhibit, an annual art show, educational programming, and more.

Five Civilized Tribes Museum

Darryl Starbird National Rod and Custom Hall of Fame Museum

1101 HONOR HEIGHTS DRIVE | MUSKOGEE

Next time you’re in the Muskogee area, make time to visit the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, which exists to preserve the history, culture, and traditions of the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, and Seminole tribes. Located on beautiful grounds in the historic Union Indian Agency building (circa 1875), the museum includes galleries of art by well-known Native American artists such as Benjamin Harjo and Jerome Tiger, as well as historical artifacts and cultural displays.

55251 E. OK-85A | AFTON

The National Rod and Custom Car Hall of Fame Museum in Afton, Oklahoma, is barely an hour from downtown Tulsa and completely worth the drive. The 40,000-square-foot facility contains over 50 exotic vehicles by the world-famous builder and designer Darryl Starbird and others. Memorabilia memorializing many of the most famous custom-built vehicles known to the world fills the place. Learn about street rods, view nostalgic custom cars, and explore different vans, pickups, and high-powered sports cars. See with your own eyes some of the most experimental concept vehicles that look straight out of the future.

Greenwood Cultural Center 322 N. GREENWOOD AVE. | TULSA

Gilcrease Museum 1400 GILCREASE MUSEUM ROAD | TULSA

In north Tulsa, you can learn about the impact of African-American culture in our area by visiting the Greenwood Cultural Center. View a moving, educational exhibit highlighting Tulsa’s Black Wall Street, a burgeoning and prosperous center for black businesses and jazz until the 1921 Race Massacre destroyed it. Get glimpses of what life was like in those days, and then cross the street to the John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park, where a beautiful monument offers a reminder of the power of change and hope for the future.

Just five minutes from downtown, one of Oklahoma’s most treasured museums is going strong and indeed better than ever. The Gilcrease, established in 1949, houses over 350 years of American paintings, sculptures and other pieces of art. Displaying artifacts from hundreds of indigenous people from all over the Americas, the museum is rich in cultural history and education. The galleries of Gilcrease enrich the soul and ignite the spirit of every visitor interested in creative expression. From pop culture to classic nature depictions, there is something for everyone here.

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J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum 330 N. J.M. DAVIS BLVD. | CLAREMORE

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum shares the history of weapons and war with all its visitors through the world’s most extensive collection of privately held firearms. Over 12,000 firearms and thousands of other artifacts ranging from the Old West and World War I posters to local history and European, the museum is packed full of family-friendly history lessons. Multimedia presentations and helpful staff make time fly during a visit to the museum.

Outsiders House Museum 731 N. ST. LOUIS AVE. | TULSA

Living Arts of Tulsa 307 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

At Living Arts, the focus is on promoting contemporary arts. The gallery rotates art exhibits throughout the year. They also host live art performances, as well as events such as their popular Day of the Dead Arts Festival in November featuring face painting, dancing, mariachi, salsa bands, merchandise, food, and drink. Educational programming for youth is also a part of their offerings. To see what’s new, you can always catch up with the latest news by checking their website.

Perhaps no movie in the history of film has ever introduced more up-and-coming actors than a film made right here in Tulsa — the cult classic, The Outsiders. Set in Tulsa and filmed on location, Francis Ford Coppola brought to the screen local author S. E. Hinton’s story about a gang of troubled teens known as greasers. The house used to film where the Curtis brothers (Ponyboy, Darry, and Sodapop) lived had been in disrepair for a long time but was saved through the efforts of hip-hop artist, Danny Boy O’Connor. Now, it is the museum that will forever keep the film alive that introduced us to Tom Cruise, Rob Lowe, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, C. Thomas Howell, Patrick Swayze, Emilio Estevez, Diane Lane and a few others.

Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 S. ROCKFORD ROAD | TULSA 116 E. RECONCILIATION WAY | TULSA

The Philbrook has two locations, each with a unique flavor. The Rockford site, near lovely Woodward Park, is housed in the Italian Renaissance villa-style mansion and 23 acres of landscaping donated to the city by oil magnate Waite Phillips. With a mix of permanent and rotating exhibits, movies on the lawn, children’s programming, and more, the museum is a busy spot. Its downtown location, across from Guthrie Green, focuses on more modern, interactive exhibits. Both are must-visit spots.

Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art 2021 E. 71ST ST. | TULSA

Tulsa is blessed with a world-class museum dedicated to the concepts of tolerance, respect for diversity, the Jewish religion and culture, as well as remembering the Holocaust. Take in any of their collections and exhibits, and be prepared to be educated and inspired. One of the museum’s latest exhibitions, Jews in Space, explores the world of science fiction movies through artifacts, costumes, and other movie props. Showcasing talented Jewish actors, directors, and screenwriters, this pop culture exhibit is entertaining and educational for all ages.

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Tulsa Air and Space Museum

Alexandre Hogue Gallery

3624 N. 74TH E. AVE. | TULSA

You may be one of the few who has never visited the Tulsa Air and Space Museum (TASM) and Planetarium. If that’s you, don’t let yourself think for a minute that it’s just a big hangar full of old plane exhibits with plaques containing long paragraphs straight out of the Encyclopedia Britannica. It’s just the opposite. Prepare to be inspired, while learning something you’ve never thought of before, through high-tech and virtual-reality experiences found right here in Tulsa. Whether you’re a casual learner, an avid museum-goer, or an aviation or space exploration buff, there’s always something fun to do and new to see at this museum. The planetarium’s educational program has been revitalized in the past few years. Being one of only two commercial planetariums in Tulsa, the James E. Bertlesmeyer Planetarium provides a large assortment of local stargazing techniques, including a surprising view of the city’s skyline. Also, using the equipment and a collection of videos and programs provided by NASA, the planetarium presents a virtual reality way of exploring the stars that no other planetarium in the state of Oklahoma can provide. Visitors can see the universe around us in stunning high-definition visuals through a state-of-the-art dome theater, learning about our magnificent solar system and the galaxies beyond.

Will Rogers Memorial and Museum 1720 W. WILL ROGERS BLVD. | CLAREMORE

Claremore is a town rich in stories and storytellers, the best example being Will Rogers. Known as Oklahoma’s favorite son, Rogers was a member of the Cherokee tribe, a world-famous film star, and an accomplished traveler, having traveled the globe three times. His wit and talent for telling stories are well documented in the Claremore museum that carries his name. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will make you laugh, learn, and be inspired, just like the man himself did for millions during his lifetime.

UNIVERSITY OF TULSA | 2935 E. 5TH ST. | TULSA

D.W. Correll Museum 19934 E. PINE ST. | CATOOSA

Henry Zarrow Center for Art and Education 124 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Har-Ber Village Museum 4404 W. 20TH ROAD | GROVE

LeFlore County Museum 303 DEWEY | POTEAU

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Cultural Center 106 W. 6TH ST. | OKMULGEE

Muskogee War Memorial Park 3500 BATFISH ROAD | MUSKOGEE

Woody Guthrie Center 102 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

Dedicated to spreading the message of diversity, equality, and social justice championed by folk musician Woody Guthrie, this facility is home to the Woody Guthrie Archives. With this collection of Guthrie’s writings, art, and songs, the center draws international scholars and provides abundant educational resources for teachers and students. Rotating exhibits feature other well-known musicians such as John Lee Hooker and John Mellencamp. Event space is available for receptions, meetings, ceremonies, and presentations.

Oklahoma Aquarium 300 AQUARIUM DRIVE | JENKS

Owasso Museum 26 S. MAIN ST. | OWASSO

Sand Springs Cultural and Historical Museum 9 E. BROADWAY | SAND SPRINGS

Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center 18154 1ST ST. | SPIRO

TAC Gallery 9 E. M.B. BRADY ST. | TULSA

The Museum Broken Arrow 400 S. MAIN ST. | BROKEN ARROW

Three Rivers Museum 220 ELGIN | MUSKOGEE

Tulsa Art Deco Museum 511 S. BOSTON AVE. | TULSA

Tulsa Children's Museum and Discovery Lab 560 N. MAYBELLE AVE. | TULSA

Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve 1925 WOOLAROC RANCH ROAD | BARTLESVILLE

Explore a taste of the wild west and wildlife at Woolaroc. This 3,700-acre preserve is home to bison, elk, longhorn cattle, Japanese Sika deer, North European fallow deer, water buffalo, llamas, aoudads, ostriches, Sardinian donkeys, pygmy goats and other animals that roam freely. Enjoy hiking trails, picnic areas, and a museum filled with western exhibits. Once the country home of oilman Frank Phillips and his wife, Jane, the rustic lodge now serves as a popular spot for events such as weddings.

Tulsa Geoscience Center 610 S. MAIN ST. | TULSA

Tulsa Historical Society and Museum 2445 S. PEORIA AVE. | TULSA

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Blanket Coverage Picnics can be as simple as sandwiches and drinks or as extravagant as filets and champagne flutes — and everything in between. Fortunately, we have tips that will help you fulfill your picnic potential. by LindsayMorris Temperatures are starting to fall somewhat, and with that comes a growing itch to get outdoors without turning into a puddle of sweat. What better way to enjoy the outdoors than with decadent food and Mother Nature tagging along? When was the last time you went on a picnic? Has your picnic basket been abandoned in the attic or closet for years? Or even worse, do you have a void in your life because you don’t even own a picnic basket? Eating outside with our hands has been in style since humans developed opposable thumbs. The original predecessor of the word “picnic,” however, first appeared in 1692 as “pique-nique” (pique meaning pick and nique

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meaning a small thing) in old French text. Throughout the 18th century, people began using “pique-a-niche” to mean “pick-a-place” where friends and family could gather outside to eat and enjoy nature. Outdoor feasts have been popular since the medieval era when huge banquets were held before a hunt. But it was in the Victorian times that picnics became fashionable — writers and painters gained inspiration from them, and they appear in books by Charles Dickens and Jane Austen and paintings by Paul Cézanne and Claude Monet. So why not follow the lead of the greats of times past and host a picnic? It will take a little planning and preparation, but it’s sure to be a

memorable experience your friends and family will cherish. Whether your outing is for two or 20, you’re sure to have a good time if you keep these picnic pointers in mind.

Invite someone you love All things are better when shared, and perhaps picnics most of all. Invite a friend or a first date or your spouse. Picnics are wonderful treats for everyone alike, and they’re a great way to enjoy the outdoors, eat local food and see Green Country’s many beautiful parks.

Pack all the essentials A basket and a blanket (if you’re not using a picnic table) are musts. You’ll also want to bring napkins, utensils, umbrella to

most substantial and most perishable foods directly on top of the ice. A full cooler will stay colder longer than a partially empty one, so fill your cooler with more ice if there is still room remaining. Don’t choose foods with mayonnaise or ice cream, since they turn bad quicker or melt easily.

Learn picnic packing hacks It can be a real challenge to save space and keep everything fresh and organized for your picnic. Use a muffin tin to serve condiments and toppings for easy access. Use frozen bottled water in coolers to keep food and drinks cold, then drink when thawed. And use plastic cups to keep salads fresh and carry cupcakes safely.

Prepare the mood What is the atmosphere of your picnic? Is it a romantic afternoon for two? Then consider bringing champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries. Is it a family outing? Then don’t forget some games for the kids and kid-friendly food and drinks. Also, be sure to keep in mind any dietary restrictions your fellow picnicgoers may have when planning the meal.

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keep the sun off you, sunscreen if you don’t care for an umbrella, bug spray and even things like a Bluetooth speaker if you’d like a little background music. We’ll get to the food next.

Prepare delicious food and drink Food is really at the heart of picnics, so everything must be unbelievably delicious. You’ll want to make foods that travel well. A few ideas are pasta salad, fruit salad, a variety of sandwiches, hummus and crackers or vegetables, bento boxes, wraps, cookies, and pie. A quick Google or Pinterest search will provide a landslide of ideas. Don’t forget the drinks. Be sure to bring a Yeti or other travel mug that will keep drinks fresh as needed. If you’re bringing wine, don’t forget a corkscrew.

Keep your food cool When packing a cooler, it should be about 25 percent ice and 75 percent food. Place the

Keeping ants, flies, mosquitoes and other pesky bugs away is Picnicking 101. If you don’t ace this step, your picnic could be a disaster. Be sure to pick a spot away from any soggy ground, or wet grass where mosquitoes are more active. Bugs hate the smell of citrus, so consider lighting a citrus candle or spraying a citrus essential oil. Keep food in the containers until you’re ready to eat. Bugs are especially good at smelling sugar, so keep your dessert contained as long as possible.

Bring the fun Picnics aren’t just about delicious food; they’re also about having a great time. Packing a few games will help make the experience even more enjoyable. Games to consider include cornhole, horseshoes, board games (preferably ones without paper or pieces that could blow away), soccer, kickball, and water balloons. Of course, merely throwing around a football is always an option too.

Fly a kite This could require that you spontaneously go on a picnic on a day that just so happens to be windy. But seriously, when was the last time you flew a kite? If you have children, they need to be introduced to the joy of flying a kite. Of course, if you have a picnic on a windy day, that entails extra preparation to make sure your food doesn’t take flight as well.

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Packing Checklist WHO DOESN’T LOVE A PICNIC? BUT UNPACKING YOUR BASKET AND REALIZING YOU FORGOT AN ESSENTIAL — NOT SO MUCH. USE THIS CHECKLIST TO MAKE SURE YOU’VE GOT IT ALL FIGURED OUT. • Consider packing two containers — a picnic basket for tableware and nonperishable items and a cooler for cold food and beverages. • Do all the cutting at home. Don’t plan on chopping things at the picnic. • Pack your basket in reverse order to make it easy to get at the items you need when you arrive at your picnic site. Place nonperishable food on the bottom, then serving items and tableware, and finally the tablecloth on top. • No basket? No worries. Load your goodies into a sturdy cardboard box, plastic bin, or even a backpack. • If you’re feeding a lot of people, bring two coolers. Since the frequent opening of a cooler allows the cold air to escape, use one for frequently used items such as beverages. Use the second cooler for perishable foods like meats and salads. • Carefully estimate how much food your group will eat to avoid leftovers. Unless they can be kept very cold or very hot, leftovers of perishable items should be thrown away. • Bring a decoy meal. Place something smelly (like a can of barbecue baked beans) about 30 feet away. Do it five or 10 minutes before breaking out your feast. Right away, the greedy bugs will signal to the other insects to go toward the decoy, buying you some bug-free time. • Save extra condiment packets from fast-food restaurants to bring along on your picnic — the packets are ideal for easy outdoor meals. • Keep a roll of paper towels on hand for mopping up spills and wiping bowls, containers, plates, and utensils before re-packing. • Sanitize after contact with others, before you eat, and after you use the restroom. Do you know where that Frisbee you’ve been playing with has been? • Bring along plastic bags to cart home dirty dishes and silverware, and for garbage in case there are no trash barrels at the picnic site. • And finally, of course, leave the picnic site the way you found it. Shake those last few crumbs off the blanket, but otherwise, nobody needs to know you were there.

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“The other thing that I love about stained glass is that we may design a piece that goes in a window, but in actuality, if it’s transparent, the subject or the trees or the birds or the traffic that is outside the window becomes part of the composition. It’s all kind of fun; you have to play with these kinds of things and become creative in your thinking.” Today’s design trends for stained glass pieces include grays and non-colors, says Bohm. “We’re seeing a lot of ornamentation in

In addition to installations and repair work, Tulsa Stained Glass offers art classes that are growing in popularity. The art classroom includes a smartboard so class attendees can watch while Bohm models processes for them. And if working with actual glass is a little intimidating, Bohm suggests trying out one of their non-glass art classes, which use canvases and collages to mimic the look of stained glass. “All classes are first-come, first-served,” says Bohm. “The earlier you sign up, the better.” There are a variety of options to choose from, including ladies night, date night, and family night. Check class descriptions to find out which are appropriate for children. The class schedule is available on the shop’s website, and you can sign up for public classes or arrange for a private party, such as for a birthday, bridal shower, girls night out, or corporate teambuilding event.

And Tulsa Stained Glass has even taken its art classes on the road to Quapaw’s Downstream Casino, where they entertained high rollers. “They had a great turnout, and people were happy with it,” he says. So, if you’re in the market for a unique corporate event, Bohm can hook you up with an inventive art event that you won’t soon forget. Stop in, browse the floor for gift items, and chat with Bohm about what the shop has to offer. You may find yourself investing in a class or that decorative bathroom window you’ve been dreaming about.

TULSA STAINED GLASS 4131 S. Sheridan Road | Tulsa 918-664-8604 tulsastainedglass.com

Among the uses today for stained glass is in home remodels, where it can elevate a home’s appearance in ways that nothing else does. “What stained glass has, that no other medium might have, is that it is functional because it is used in bathrooms, front entryways, and can add privacy and also add in light that comes into wherever you are.

He also repairs crystal objects, such as vases. “If we have all of the pieces, we can glue all those pieces back together,” he says.

Even those who give informal care to others, such as caregivers serving aging parents, sports coaches, teachers, and life coaches, can benefit. And Bohm says he looks forward to launching online programming as well, most likely starting this fall. The online classes will meet the needs of people who may have a hard time getting into the studio.

“We have a lot of returning projects that we did 20 and 30 years ago, that just want updates,” says Bohm. “And then there’s another group of people who are discovering, or rediscovering, or finding new applications for a stained glass window.”

Another area where Tulsa Stained Glass does a lot of work is in the repair of glass pieces, such as glass lamps, chandeliers, jewelry boxes, and windows. “We have a lot of people who have treasures from a relative, or they are getting something out of the attic that grandma had, and it needs repairs.” Bohm can do just about anything you need, from significant restorations to little soldering projects to put a hook back on or replace a piece of broken glass.

Bohm is also bringing in meditative aspects to the classes, for those who want to use the opportunity not just to create art but also do some self-care that is nourishing and relaxing. Art, he says, is therapeutic. Tulsa Stained Glass offers workshops that provide continuing education credits for therapists who want to bring art therapy into their practices. “What we have is hands-on so they can come in, get training, and be able to take it back to their clients,” he says.

At Tulsa Stained Glass, owner and artisan Richard Bohm has been serving Green Country area homeowners, businesses, nonprofits, and just about anyone else who has a passion for stained glass. Some of his customers have been around since his shop first opened in 1975; others are just discovering the joys of stained glass.

design coming back in.” That means repetitive patterns, abstracts, and more. But whatever your style, whether it’s abstract or defined, traditional or modern, Tulsa Stained Glass will help you realize your vision. All it takes to get started is a few photos of your space, some images of what you like, and measurements. Bohm will help you nail down the specifics, including pricing.

For many people, stained glass initially conjures up the images of churches where this colorful, intricate art form has traditionally served a religious purpose for centuries. But today, stained glass is much more accessible than it was in eras past. Its beauty and inventive style appeal to both modern homeowners and businesses seeking to add a boost of visual charm that is both practical and attractive in any setting.

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WHILE CORNHOLE IS GENERALLY THOUGHT OF AS A BEANBAG TOSSING GAME PLAYED AT FAMILY GATHERINGS OR TAILGATE PARTIES, IT’S BECOMING MORE COMPETITIVE, MORE ORGANIZED, AND POTENTIALLY MORE LUCRATIVE. BY JOHN TRANCHINA PHOTOS BY MARC RAINS Most people think cornhole is just a fun beanbag tossing game played at family gatherings or possibly tailgate parties, but its popularity has been growing quite significantly over the past few years to where it’s become a competitive sport. Now, one can find cornhole games in Tulsa at least once a week, courtesy of a group called Tulsa Cornhole, and there are even organized national competitions that are occasionally shown on various television programs including ESPN. There are plenty of opportunities for Tulsans to have fun playing the game and meeting

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new people. And if someone has aspirations of competing on a state and national level, that path could be open as well. “It’s a very competitive sport now. It’s grown, and everybody can play it,” says Johnathon Shepherd, a local competitive cornhole player who has also participated in national championship tournaments. “That’s what the big draw is. It’s not a sport that takes a huge amount of skill, to be able to throw a bag. Now, it does take some skill to be very consistent at it, but it’s like any other sport — muscle memory comes into play, and you can draw everyone in. Any time we have a

family gathering, grandma is out there playing cornhole with us. Everyone can play, including kids, and everyone can have fun with it.” Tulsa Cornhole meets every Tuesday night from April to October outside at the FlyingTee in Jenks (on the Riverwalk next to Andolini’s), as well as holding a few other special tournaments on selected Saturdays. It’s usually $10 to enter, although the first Tuesday of every month, military veterans and first responders can play for half-price. During the winter months, the festivities move indoors, but the game remains the same. “In the wintertime last year, we went to the Tulsa VFW downtown, so we played inside there,” says Jason Strickland of Tulsa Cornhole. “This year, we have a couple of possible other options we could go to, or we may go back to

“Our normal setup is a two-person team. It’s a double-elimination tournament,” Strickland says. “We want everyone to get to play at least three or four games, instead of paying $50 to play one game and go home. We have a coin toss to start the game to decide where everyone is going to stand, and who gets to throw first — you alternate throwing. You and your partner are across from each other, on the same side of the board but standing facing each other. So you would throw a bag, the opponent you’re playing against will throw, back and forth. Once all the bags are thrown, you add up the score. In the hole is three points, on the board is one point, and they cancel each other out. If you threw three bags in the hole, which would account for nine points and I only threw one, that’s three, so you

Besides the national cornhole circuits, there’s also a more local one in Oklahoma. “There’s a statewide league called the Oklahoma Cornhole Association,” Strickland says. “Tulsa is a region underneath that league, so we’re also involved with Oklahoma City, Lawton, Enid, Ada, and Midwest City.” For those who think they’re pretty good in the backyard and want to try the national stage, come try it out. But Shepherd warns that the official standards that Tulsa Cornhole adopts, which are the same guidelines set down by the ACO, can change things significantly. “The consistency of the bags and the boards makes a huge difference,” says Shepherd, a former U.S. Marine who runs the Eagle Ops Foundation, which helps military veterans. “If you have the typical backyard board, those boards are going to bounce considerably different from one with three-quarter-inch hard plywood, with a support board in the middle. They’re not going to bounce at all. And the difference between a cornhole bag versus a polymer bag, the bounce on those is different, or no bounce. A standard cornhole bag that you can buy off Amazon, for example, for pretty cheap would be filled with, no kidding, actual

“On the professional side, they changed it. It’s the same sized 6-by-6 bag with polymer, which is plastic, small BBs, and that allows a much more consistent bag, so it doesn’t bounce, or it slides very consistently. The other thing on the pro bags is, one side is what we call a slick side, the other side is a stick side. Depending on how you throw, you can run it, or you could stick it. You got a lot of guys who can throw a slick-side bag and run it into the hole, just like bowling, but you got other guys that can block [with the stick side] and then throw air-mails, which is directly into the hole. “The other side of it, too, is in backyard cornhole, you can play at any distance. In professional, as well as our tournament and league play, we play at 27 feet. In the backyard, you may play at 15 or 20 feet, and that makes a considerable difference.” While the local cornhole scene in Tulsa is gradually increasing in popularity, Strickland, a U.S. Air Force veteran, points out he is not ready to quit his day job as a crane operator for 3S Services at the Holly Refinery in west Tulsa. “It’s growing. I don’t know that I’d say it’s thriving,” he laughs, referring to Tulsa Cornhole’s business. “I still got my normal job. I may put more hours into this than I do that, but it doesn’t pay as well. But I see the gold pot at the end of the rainbow. It’s growing, and it’s getting there. It’s just a matter of putting the work in.”

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For those special Saturday tournaments, which run longer than the more casual Tuesday nights, it is $50 per two-person team to enter.

“The professional side of it, what’s on ESPN is the ACO, the American Cornhole Organization, and then the other one that you see is the ACL, the American Cornhole League, and that’s the one where you see the college players playing in the college cornhole championship and traveling the country,” says Shepherd, who spent two or three years traveling around to ACO tournaments in places like Ohio, Texas and Missouri. “It’s like any other professional sport; you got to put some time and effort into it. I went because I enjoy playing and I like being around really competitive players, even if I went up there and got my tail kicked most of the time.”

Tulsa Cornhole sometimes even makes new cornhole boards for special events, such as their American Heart Association fundraiser tournament, when Strickland secured corporate sponsorships and had individual cornhole boards customized with each sponsor’s logo on it, which were later given to the sponsor to keep.

As for more intense levels of competition, Shepherd offers a glimpse.

corn, so it eventually pulverizes it into corn flour. You take a 16-ounce bag, and you throw it a few hundred times, it turns into a 12-ounce bag of flour.

“We also do three Saturdays a year and the Fourth of July. We do spring, summer, and fall 64-team tournaments. FlyingTee guarantees a $1,000 payout. As we get entries, we raise the payout. If it were to fill up with 64 [twoperson] teams, we would pay out with $2,400 in cash. Also, this year we’ve done Rooster Days, Shamrock the Rose in Broken Arrow, so we’re getting a lot more festivals and carnivals. We will go just about anywhere in Tulsa. We also do private events or corporate events. We did one recently for Williams Corporation at the POSTOAK Lodge, just for 60 of their employees. We also rent our equipment out if someone wants to do their tournament at a family reunion or wedding.”

would get six, and I would get nothing. You play to 21, but you can go over 21.”

the VFW. That’s kind of still up in the air. We do every single Tuesday night somewhere in Tulsa unless it’s Christmas or something like that.

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been playing, because my older sister played,” Hendrix says.

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She’s been playing volleyball her entire life, initially learning the sport from her older sister, Katie, and developing into a unique, elite double-threat player. Now a senior at Owasso High School, she’s recognized as one of the top players in the state and recently committed to play next year at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) in Edmond.

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“I started playing volleyball when I was about 8, but I had always

Playing as a kid with Katie, who is about five years older, Hendrix was used to occupying the court with older kids, and always played her club volleyball with players a year or two older. Competing with the Ultimate Performance Volleyball Club, which is based out of the Tulsa/ Jenks area but includes girls from all over, she developed deep bonds with her teammates while frequently traveling to out-ofstate tournaments.

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“We travel all over,” she says. “We’ve gone to Las Vegas, Arkansas, Texas, Detroit, Indianapolis, Chicago, and Denver. It’s really fun. We’re like best friends. None of us go to the same high schools, so it’s cool to see those people when we play them in school ball.” As a player, Hendrix has a unique blend of skills, excelling at both setting (putting the ball up for a teammate to slam it) and hitting (spiking the ball for the point), in a sport that usually requires a player to specialize in one or

Mallory Hendrix

676 assists, and 80 aces last season, stats which highlight her all-around excellence, and led to her being named one of the Tulsa World’s three All-World Player of the Year finalists. And even though the Rams graduated key players from last year’s squad, Hendrix is excited about the new season.

“I ran track until freshman year as well.”

“I think it’s going to be a good season,” she says. “We have some spots to fill. We’re going to be young; we’re going to have a lot of underclassmen playing varsity, which is good. I think we’re going to be able to hang with a lot of people. We’re going to have to get that drive and energy to be able to play our hardest every single game so that we can keep moving forward in the season. I’m excited.”

“I just wanted to do something different,” she says of the decision to play basketball again. “My dad was finally just like, ‘It’s high school, you only get to do it once,’ and I was friends with a lot of the girls who played basketball. We got a couple of new girls last year, so it was fun to do something other than volleyball.”

With Hendrix fulfilling an essential role as a team leader, the Rams will be in good hands.

the other. She is elite at both, and that versatility makes her so valuable to her team and difficult for opponents to defend against. “When I started playing, I was only a setter. I thought that was all I was ever going to do,” Hendrix says. “I realized that if I wanted to play all six [rotation positions], and not come out of the game, I would have to play front row and get good at hitting. So I took a bunch of lessons and worked with my sister and parents. I started hitting for a while, and then hit and set, and then only hit. So I’ve done a little bit of everything. “It’s fun to do different things in different games. It’s fun to be able to mix it up and not always be doing the same thing.” Owasso coach Meghann Kannett greatly appreciates being able to utilize Hendrix in different ways.

“Mallory is a great all-around player,” Kannett says. “She is capable of playing any position we’ve asked her to play. For me, she has played middle, right side, and setter. This year, she is going to be playing some back row for us as well. She is a pivotal part of our offense, so she has to be able to hit for us. She is equally important as a setter. I know she can get the ball to our hitters no matter where she is on the court and our hitters count on her to do that.” Hendrix helped lead the Rams to a big season in 2018, as they went 25-10, winning the Class 6A Regional tournament before falling in the state quarterfinals to eventual state champion Edmond Santa Fe. She recorded 466 kills, 488 digs, 72 blocks, a team-high

“Her leadership this year is the best I’ve ever seen from her,” Kannett says. “She has been committed all summer, and I know she is ready to lead our team. She has been a positive influence for our younger kids. My favorite part about Mallory is her willingness to do anything for the team.” “I always try to be a leader,” Hendrix says, “because I know the setter is always supposed to be a leader on the court. And being a senior, I want to able to be that leader for the younger girls and set a good example for years to come.” The athleticism that enables Hendrix to be so versatile in volleyball also extends to other sports, as she also plays basketball. She took a couple of years off the hardwood at the urging of her father but returned to hoops last year. “My dad made me quit basketball before my freshman year because he was worried I was going to get hurt for volleyball,” she says.

Even though the Rams didn’t enjoy their best basketball season, going 7-17 before losing in the first round of the regional playoffs, it was an enjoyable experience for Hendrix, who is excited to play again this year.

But all roads eventually lead back to volleyball. Hendrix is excited about her decision to go to UCO next year, although she’s still not sure what area of academics she’ll focus on. “I wanted somewhere that was close enough to home that I could come back if I needed to or if I needed my parents [Tony and Laura Hendrix], they could get there,” she says. “And I have two sets of grandparents who love watching me play. I wanted to find somewhere that was close enough that they could come if they wanted as well. It’s a great volleyball program [at UCO] and a great school. I love the girls there, and the coaches are great.” With Hendrix at UCO, her younger sister, Sophie, who will play for the Owasso eighth grade team this year, will keep the Hendrix tradition alive at Owasso, just as Katie, who played at St. Edward’s University in Austin, did before Mallory. “None of my sisters have ever been on the same school team at the same time,” Mallory says. “But we’re all super close.” With volleyball at the center of it all.

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TO FOCUS ON PLAYING FOOTBALL AT THE NEXT LEVEL OVERRULED REGENT PREP’S JACK WRIGHT’S CHILDHOOD DREAMS OF PLAYING COLLEGE BASKETBALL, HE’S CONFIDENT IT WAS THE CORRECT CHOICE. by john tranchina photos by marc rains

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Basketball may have initially been Jack Wright’s first love, but throughout his high school career, he also excelled at football and developed into an outstanding wide receiver, to the point where he recently committed to the University of North Dakota.

With his senior year getting underway at Regent Prep in Tulsa, Wright is ready for one last go-round in each of the sports that he thrives in. In football, he helped the Rams go 14-1 and reach the Class B state final last season and was named a Tulsa

World All-World Offensive Player of the Year finalist. In basketball, he lead Regent to a 20-8 record before falling in the Class 2A Area playoffs, being named an AllWorld Honorable Mention. And in soccer, he topped the Rams in scoring with 27 goals, was named to the All-World First Team and helped Regent go 11-2 and reach the Class 4A state quarterfinals, the team’s best finish ever. Wright also ran track (while also playing soccer) in the spring of his freshman year, and then participated on the Rams’ golf

team (again while also playing soccer) in the spring of his sophomore year, as Regent won the Class 2A state title in 2018.

“I like staying busy, it keeps me going,” he says. “I’m not going to quit all my other sports now that I’m committed [to a college]. I’m going to finish out my senior year strong, do whatever I can.” While the decision to focus on playing football at the next level overruled his childhood dreams of playing college basketball, he’s confident it was the correct choice.

doing homework, especially at an academically-challenging private school such as Regent.

Jack Wright

“Growing up, I’d always wanted to play college basketball, and I could probably play somewhere smaller, but I’m only 5-foot-11, and I was like, ‘It’s going to be tough to play basketball, so I might as well focus on football,’” Wright said “So that kind of made that decision. I still love to play basketball.” But in football, which he didn’t take too seriously until he was in the eighth grade, Wright blossomed, taking a big step forward last season when he recorded 81 receptions for 1,843 yards and 34 touchdowns. “I wasn’t even a football player in middle school, believe it or not,” he says. “I took my seventh grade [season] off to play soccer, but I played eighth-grade year because I figured I probably needed to play in eighth grade if I wanted to play in high school. My freshman year, I came into my own, and football has probably been my favorite the last three years.” In addition to starring as a receiver on offense, Wright also plays defense, lining up at cornerback or safety, registering six interceptions, four fumble recoveries and 68 tackles last year. “I don’t mind defense at all, but I think offense is where I’m the best-suited,” Wright said. “I love getting the ball and making plays

and running routes. That’s where I find my groove, right there.” Wright is determined to help lead the Rams to a state championship this season. After coming agonizingly close last year, falling 42-26 to Shattuck in the state final, Wright is trying to channel the frustration into motivation to finish the job this season. “It was tough,” admits Wright, who scored four touchdowns in the defeat. “We felt like we had a lot of momentum, we were playing well, and were clicking on all cylinders. The thing is, we had multiple opportunities to win that game; we had some turnovers and some penalties that killed us in some crucial spots. It was tough, but I think everybody came out of that game looking forward to the next season.” Wright is confident that this time, the Rams will be holding the gold ball at the end of the season. “My thought is we’re going to win it all,” he says. “We only lost two seniors [ from last year]. They were both great contributors, and one played both sides of the ball, and one was our center, and a center is more valuable than a lot of people think, but we’re coming back with pretty much the same lineup. I think we’re more experienced, bigger, and stronger. I feel like we’re the best

“It’s tough, I’m not going to lie, but that’s just kind of part of it,” Wright says. “The teachers do an excellent job of accommodating that, where if you go ahead of time, and say, ‘Hey, I’m going to be gone due to whatever sport,’ they usually give you the work, and you’re able to get it done. But it is tough trying to get work done on top of having a practice that ends at 6 p.m., and you’ve got a couple of hours or so of work. It might take some late team in the state and we’re going nights, but they also give us builtto show that in our play this year.” in study halls and stuff.” In basketball, he is a shooting guard who helped the Rams advance to the area playoffs before losing 42-38 in overtime to eventual state champion Rejoice Christian. In soccer, as a forward, Wright was dangerous almost every time he had the ball, not just scoring a lot of goals for his team but also delivering at clutch moments. For example, he scored three goals and an assist in a 4-3 win over Catoosa to clinch the Rams’ regular-season district championship. He also contributed three goals and three assists in a 6-2 triumph over Commerce in the first round of the state playoffs. No matter which sport he’s playing, though, Wright is intense and a hard worker who has grown into a respected leader on each of his teams. “Jack Wright, he’s a phenomenal athlete,” says Weston Roberts, Regent’s soccer coach. “He plays football, basketball, and soccer. He has a natural, God-given ability, and pushes himself every single day to be better. And his spirit helps drive the team, so he shows a lot of leadership. He’s a great athlete and a great leader on the team.” Playing a school sport in every season means a lot of late nights

And the coaches all keep tabs on the players’ performance in the classroom, so it’s not like the athletes are getting a free pass. “If you’re not doing what you need to do in the classroom, you’ll be in jeopardy of not playing,” Wright says. “I think that’s good with the coaches. They check in with the teachers every week, every couple of days, to see not only how the grades are, but the behavior in the classroom.” Wright is excited for one last go-round of high school sports, noting that the community of athletes at Regent is very close, perhaps because there aren’t that many of them and a lot of kids play more than one sport. “The cool thing I see at Regent that I think is different from other schools is where the upperclassmen are terrific friends and close with the lower classmen as well,” he says. “There’s not a hierarchy. Since we are a smaller team, we get to know those guys a lot. There’s no sort of tension or hazing or anything like that. The younger kids always come to the older guys and say, ‘How did you get through this class?’ or stuff like that, which I think creates a good community, which is cool.”

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Northeastern State University is opening its doors to more than just its annual homecoming crowds on Sept. 27-28. Thanks to a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the university is joining forces with state, tribal and regional entities to reconnect people with Green Country’s rich heritage. The two-day event, which runs from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on the Tahlequah campus, will feature digital preservation and oral history stations, as well as presentations and workshops — all showcasing the region’s top resources for preserving, restoring, and sharing historical artifacts. Brenda Bradford, NSU’s head of special collections and archives, points to a black and white image from the university digital archive. There on the computer screen, a group of young women from the Cherokee National Female Seminary Class of 1902 is gathered together and smiling for the camera. Behind them, Seminary Hall stands as a brick and mortar witness of the day in 1889 when the “Cherokees ignited the lamp of learning in the wilderness.’” “We owe it to them, ourselves and those who will follow after,” Bradford explains when asked what prompted the grant application. “NSU’s mission is founded on the rich heritage of the Cherokee Female Seminary to provide its diverse communities with lifelong learning through faculty, staff, and programming that offer service-oriented, supportive learning environments.” Bradford is understandably eager to see the fascinating history that could walk through her door during the event, and equally excited to capture it with the addition of much-needed, grant-funded archival equipment. “Each discovery feels like a combination of an antique roadshow and an Indiana Jones moment,” she says. “I am hoping to generate excitement in our local history through our fantastic speakers. I want guests to walk

away with digital copies of their material, an understanding of how to preserve their family history, and how to help safeguard and protect it. This is a great way to connect with the community, share a variety of services available in our area, and work toward future collaborative efforts.” During the preservation event, guest speakers will cover a wide variety of topics such as local, NSU/Seminary and Cherokee history, preservation methods for family artifacts, as well as provide hands-on, basic emergency care training for material in case of a human-made or natural disaster. Individuals are also invited to bring up to 10 historical artifacts — photographs, documents, letters, heirlooms, and treasured memorabilia — for members of the NSU archives team and Oklahoma Department of Libraries to scan/digitize at their preservation stations. Participants will be given a free flash drive loaded with their digitized items and the opportunity to share their respective and applicable “history” in forthcoming physical and digitally accessible collections that result from the effort. Historical images, artifacts, and documents related to Tahlequah and the surrounding Green Country communities, NSU, Seminary Hall, and Native American-related items are of particular interest for the initiative, Bradford explains. An oral history station will also be on-site to capture stories passed down through generations or lived firsthand. “I feel like we [archivists] are the guardians and protectors of the past — safeguarding, preserving, and making material openly accessible to the public,” says Bradford. “Archives hold insights into thoughts, behaviors, decisions, trends, and actions from the past. Each time a person views an item, they have an opportunity to walk away with food for thought.”

preservation do’s & don’ts

Do make digital copies of your photographs and historical papers. This is another step in preservation; you can put away the originals and display the copies. This will help extend the life span of your heirlooms and ensures that you have a copy in case something happens to the original.

Do store photographs, papers, videos, and other heirlooms in a stable, consistent, and controlled environment. Keep family heirlooms away from air conditioners, windows, fireplaces, and heaters.

Don’t store photographs, papers, video and other artifacts in attics, basements or garages. In these areas, the temperature and humidity continually fluctuate, leading to mold, chemical decay and accelerating the deterioration of your heirlooms.

Do try to keep the temperature of the artifacts under 75 degrees. A good range is 68-72 degrees.

Don’t expose old family photographs or documents — for long periods — to sunlight. Photos are sensitive and can be damaged by daylight, fluorescent, and UV lighting; they will fade and possibly discolor.

Don’t store heirlooms in areas that have the potential of being damaged by water.

Don’t use tape, glue, or laminate any precious heirloom. The damage is usually not reversible. Don’t use paper clips or rubber bands to hold material together. Both can and will damage the material.

Don’t write on photographs, documents or videos with ink.

Do use acid-free and alkaline-buffered archival material for storage. It is a good idea to invest in acid-free archival boxes. You can use polyester, polypropylene, or polyethylene enclosures for photographs.

Do handle heirlooms with clean, lotion-free hands. Remove jewelry or be very mindful, as jewelry can snag, cut or otherwise damage the material.

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Locust Grove is married to a vibrant communal attitude that is so appealing. It's easy to feel welcomed and part of this community when you visit because its people are so friendly.

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By Michele Chiappetta Photos by Rob Harmon Just 45 minutes east of Tulsa, the small town of Locust Grove has undergone many changes since a community first formed there in the 1800s when Oklahoma was still known as Indian Territory. Its unique name hearkens back to the grove of locust trees that grew in the area. Entering Locust Grove along either Highway 412 (the Cherokee Turnpike) or the alternate, old route 412, you’ll enjoy the beautiful green landscape in spring and summer. You’ll cross over the Neosho River, and roll into a town, that at first glance, may look unassuming. Dig deeper, and you’ll see why it’s worth a visit. What’s especially compelling about Locust Grove is its rich connection to the arts — unusual perhaps for a town of just several hundred residents. But as it turns out, Locust Grove is, and has been, home to several artists. Its small-town feel is married to a vibrant communal attitude that is so appealing. It’s easy to feel welcomed and part of this community when you visit because its people are so friendly. Next time you’re in the mood for a day trip beyond Tulsa, give Locust Grove a little of your time. We’ve pulled together some not-to-miss spots to help you make the most of your visit.

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Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry 603 S. 438 Road 6 Locust Grove A museum dedicated to poetry? The answer is much more than a simple yes. Run by local poet Shaun Perkins (The Book with the Beacon Lights), ROMP is an interactive, joyful celebration of creativity. The

small building may seem unassuming, but step inside, and you’ll get a feast for the eyes. Wall paintings, photos, mixed media collages, and pop art are everywhere. Of course, there are poems, but there are also poetry prompts and invitations to write. Kids and adults alike

One way that Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry funds itself is with donations and sales through the ROMP Rummage Store. Locals give items that are then sold for next-to-nothing prices. The proceeds help with the nonprofit museum’s artworks, exhibits, and upkeep. You’ll find a variety of bargain items to choose from — clothes, shoes, bags, mugs, dishes, pottery, books, DVDs, and more. While you’re there, take a look at the shelf of old dolls. If you like one, Perkins will do a little magic, restoring the doll and writing a short poem to go with it to create a one-of-a-kind souvenir for your support of the museum’s work.

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Wonder City Coffee 1 18 E. Main St. Locust Grove This is the coffee shop Tulsa wishes it had — but doesn’t. The reason it exists in Locust Grove is the owner, longtime resident Kelly Perkins Palmer (sister to poet Shaun Perkins). The coffee is delicious, served French press style, blended, or cold brew with a swish of pomegranate juice to make it fresh and light. If you’re lucky enough to be there when they have their homemade chicken salad, it’s a must eat. But what makes the shop stand out are its large back room filled with old books and games to enjoy and the friendly customers who make it clear that this is Locust Grove’s favorite hot spot. Oh, and don’t miss the annual Word Fest, held in April, that celebrates poetry, writing, food, and art.

Magic Showplace Theater and Rabbit-in-Hat Magic Shop 11 E. Main St. 2 Locust Grove Just down the road from Wonder City Coffee is a surprisingly charming magic

shop. Owner Clark May is a magician, having fallen in love with the art of sleight of hand early in life. May will entertain you with a few tricks while you’re in the shop, which features some beautiful magic tools for those who practice the art. You may be surprised by the photos of Bill Bixby (actor best for roles on My Favorite Martian, The Courtship of Eddie’s Father and as Dr. David Banner on The Incredible Hulk) and Johnny Carson on the wall. It turns out a lot of celebrities started as magicians. May is renovating space behind and next to the shop, with plans to open a theater and restaurant, likely in spring 2020, to draw in more visitors.

Locals say that if you’re going to eat out, a visit to Country Cottage is in order. The restaurant serves family-style comfort food, either buffet-style or off the menu, whichever you prefer. Fried chicken, chickenfried steak, meatloaf, burgers, cornbread, mashed potatoes and gravy, pot roast — it’s all there to enjoy. In addition to food, you’ll enjoy browsing through their gift shop, which features cute T-shirts, lotions, decorative handbags, and lots of other fun gift items.

Gourds, Etc. 002 S. 4392 Road 9 Locust Grove The owner of Gourds, Etc., Verna Bates, is a well-known local Cherokee Native American artist. Call to make sure she’s available when you plan to visit, but once you’re there, Bates will regale you with delightful insights into how her Cherokee heritage informs everything she does as an artist. Bates creates colorful artworks, jewelry, paintings, and gift items from materials such as copper, shells, clay, and gourds she grows on her property. During the first weekend of December, she holds a highly successful holiday sale. Each item she makes is one-of-a-kind, and you can purchase items already made or commission a piece. But even if you don’t buy anything, your time spent with Bates will have you itching to create art; she’s just so full of life.

Sycamore Springs Ranch Arena 1 2754 S. 442 Road Locust Grove A little south from the center of Locust Grove, you’ll find this charming arena, which hosts a variety of events during the year — rodeos, horse sales, barrel clinics, and more. The space is ideal if you’re looking for a rural location for your events, such as an outdoor wedding or corporate training. There are a variety of facilities at the ranch, serving anywhere from 100 people to as many as 2,000 (if you use the main rodeo area). The on-site restaurant, Los Ranchos, serves authentic Mexican dishes Tuesday through Sunday.

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enjoying the freedom that small business ownership is all about. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs don’t take steps to care for themselves until a crisis occurs, says Camille Diaz, owner of Serenity Financial, a financial planner and provider in Broken Arrow. Diaz has been in business for herself for 10 years, and her husband owns his own business as well. They’ve seen the ups and downs of business ownership, including a time when her husband got injured, and it looked like his business might be in jeopardy.

WHILE IT’S FUN TO SPLURGE ON A NEW CAR OR A VACATION, IF YOU’RE NOT SAFEGUARDING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE, EVENTUALLY YOU’LL BE STRUGGLING INSTEAD OF ENJOYING THE FREEDOM THAT SMALL BUSINESS OWNERSHIP IS ALL ABOUT. By Michele Chiappetta

“There was a time [my husband] had a terrible crash on his bicycle,” says Diaz. “He was having headaches and couldn’t function. At that point, it hit us: What happens if one of us is really hurt? How are we going to pay bills? How are we going to handle the clients?” Fortunately, Diaz’s husband recovered within a few weeks and was able to get back to work, but the close call made her realize they needed to have money put aside for situations like this. For business owners, the idea of putting money aside can be a

challenge for several reasons. First and foremost, there’s the issue of cash flow. “The first couple of years are always really hard,” says Diaz. “You’re putting your own money into your business most of the time, and you’re just trying to make it work. And that has to be the focus at the very beginning.” But once a business has become more stable and less day-today, Diaz says, people often forget to take the opportunity to put some of their profits into savings. That’s dangerous, because if something goes wrong or if you’re ready to

switch gears, you may not be financially prepared to do so. So, how do you get your financial planning into shape as a small-business owner or solopreneur? Here are some tips to get you started.

CHANGE YOUR MINDSET It’s pretty standard for people to enter into business ownership after having worked for someone else, maybe for years. But the “employee” mindset and the “business owner” mindset are two different things. As an employee, you can usually rely on your employer to figure out things like the 401(k) and taxes. As a business owner, all that decision-making is on you. But don’t let that make you feel pressured. Instead, own it. See it as a benefit of entrepreneurship and be proactive in planning your finances. This gives you more freedom and power to plan your life the way you want to.

GET FINANCIAL ADVICE EARLY ON Being a business owner means taking charge of your finances. But it doesn’t mean you need to be a financial expert. Look for a financial planner and an accountant who are well-versed in working with small businesses, and who don’t make you feel pressured to do something you’re uncomfortable with. “Come in and see somebody early,” Diaz says. “You don’t have to start something right away. To talk to me doesn’t cost anything. We have classes. You can come to class, learn what’s out there, and decide, ‘Oh, I want to do that thing.’ Even if you’re not starting it today.”

CREATE AN EMERGENCY FUND Studies show that many Americans don’t have anything

at all set aside for retirement. Others have less than $5,000 in liquid savings. And as a business owner, a loss of income, even temporary, can ruin the business. If you don’t have an emergency fund, it’s time to start one. The rule you’ve probably heard is to save six months of expenses, but that’s best for people who work for someone else. Business owners should double that, says Diaz, and save a year or more in expenses.

SET UP A RETIREMENT FUND Owning a business doesn’t change the basic rules of saving for retirement. “Still pay yourself, and still save,” says Diaz. “Choose a system [ for saving] and do it regularly. You probably can’t put too much away from your future.” There are several options to consider, such as a traditional IRA, Roth IRA, SEP-IRA, and Solo 401(k). A financial adviser can help you pinpoint which of these options is most appropriate for your particular needs. But the bottom line is to start saving. “Just having something saved is very motivating to people to be able to start saving for,” says Diaz.

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Are You List ening to Your Body? IT’S ESSENTIAL TO TAKE YOUR RECOVERY AS SERIOUSLY AS YOU TAKE YOUR WORKOUT. THE MORE YOU PAY ATTENTION TO GETTING BACK TO NORMAL AFTER PUSHING YOUR BODY THROUGH RIGOROUS EXERCISE, THE STRONGER YOU’LL BECOME. BY LINDSEY MILLS Growing up, we were taught that the more something hurt, the more benefit we would see. This rule applies to most athletic pursuits. Muscles hurt? Good, they’re getting stronger. Out of breath? Great, your aerobic fitness will improve. Are you feeling sore after a game? That means you worked hard and working harder than everyone else is the goal. Cue Kelly Clarkson and “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” anthem that has helped many push through a workout or two. No pain, no gain, right? This mantra has become a staple for many scenarios, most notably in the exercise world. The idea promises excellent rewards at the expense of hard, and sometimes painful work.

pain is undoubtedly in the cards. It’s supposed to hurt. Beating up our bodies is how our physical fitness pushes past limits to reach new heights. This seems easy enough to remember. Likely, the familiarity with the discomfort of working out is actually what makes it hard to make it a habit to begin with. We recognize the pain, and while we know it leads to healthier bodies, the memory of the struggle is sometimes so great, it hinders us from getting back out there. Here’s something we often forget: recovery is also how we get stronger. We usually either overtrain and exert ourselves without taking the time to let our bodies recoup, or we allow the pain to keep us down rather than seeing it as a sign of success.

A certain level of pain should be expected during strenuous activity, and soreness will likely follow exertion. Taking the proper steps to allow our body to recover faster can have long-lasting effects that help us become stronger in the long run.

Pain is essential; it tests our limits, raises the bar of our capabilities, and makes us stronger. Getting back to no pain is also important; it allows for our bodies to rebuild, puts us in place to set new limits, and also makes us stronger.

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workouts, take a look at what you do after you exercise to help achieve optimal results. Following these strategies can help you increase the effectiveness of the post-workout recovery period. HYDRATE You’ve heard this said a thousand times, and yet it’s still not enough to get you drinking as much H2O as you should. Drink more water — before, during, and after your workout. But remember, you often need more than just water (especially bottled water, which usually has zero electrolytes). Replacing electrolytes and even simple sugars are essential. Look for supplements made with natural ingredients that will help you replace what you lose when you sweat. ACTIVE RECOVERY The same way you want to ease into your workout with some natural movements, you want to ease out of it, too. It is important to slowly lower your heart rate after exercise so that blood keeps flowing at a steady rate and doesn’t “pool” in certain areas due to lack of movement. The same can be said for the day(s)

after strenuous activity. Try taking a short walk or very easy jog to circulate blood and get nutrients to those tired muscles. BREATHE Sounds simple, right? We know shallow breathing or holding your breath makes a workout even harder. Post-exercise, your body needs time to return to a resting state — and so does your breathing. Be extra mindful of the oxygen that is pumping through your system. Take your time and allow yourself to breathe deeply until it returns to normal. PROTEIN Proteins are important for rebuilding muscles, which will help with the achiness you feel post-workout. The sooner you can take in quality protein after a workout (ideally within 30 minutes), the faster your body can recover. Enjoy a protein shake or make a post-run/ride/gym snack by scrambling eggs or munching on apples with peanut butter. SLEEP This one’s easy to accept. Your body does its most serious rebuilding when you sleep. It’s

HEALTH + FITNESS HF vital to get the right amount of quality sleep regularly. This is why pro athletes try to get eight to 10 hours of sleep each day and usually a nap. We don’t all have the luxury of training like a pro, but if we can take a few habits from them and tailor it to our schedules, our bodies will be all the better for it. OPT FOR DAIRY If you find yourself craving a bedtime snack, opt for some dairy like Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, which are both rich in slow-digesting casein protein. While you sleep, your body is fasting, but the right nutrients can keep your body fed with the nutrients it needs all night. Research published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise suggests that consuming casein immediately before bed can increase your levels of circulating amino acids and your rate of muscle protein synthesis. TAKE A COLD ONE Tough workouts don’t have to result in aching muscles. Immersing yourself in cold water immediately after intense exercise can reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) by nearly half. That means a faster return to peak performance and a lower likelihood of missing your next workout. Fill your bathtub with 50-60 degree water (lukewarm tap water is usually cold enough) and soak in it for 5 to 12 minutes to reduce the inflammation that causes DOMS. KNOW YOUR LIMITS Perhaps one of the most important things you can do to help fuel your body to go longer, harder, and faster is knowing the difference between pain that is helping you grow and pain that is holding you back.

Good pain is when your body is uncomfortable but will be able to recover. Bad pain is something that will make it harder and harder for you to bounce back. Be wary of the second kind of pain. When this sets in, stop pushing your limits and take every step to aid your recovery. Trust your body and define the difference in your pain levels. See your doctor when the pain is too much. ROLL WITH IT Here’s why you need a regular massage, or at least a foam roller. Both can help break up the scar tissue that’s a natural consequence of lifting. That not only speeds the repair process and reduces soreness but also improves range of motion. Spend five minutes using a foam roller on your quads, hams, glutes, hips, and lower back before a workout and before bed. If you can, also visit a massage therapist a couple of times a month. WATCH THE BOOZE Some squeeze in a workout before a big night out, since they know they’ll be spending a few hours sitting, eating, and drinking. Nothing dehydrates the body like alcohol, so don’t let it be the first thing you reintroduce post-workout. Rehydrate with water, electrolytes, and a healthy whole-food snack before drinking. Alcohol makes you sweat more as your body tries to get rid of toxins. If you just had a rigorous (and sweaty) workout, that’s a double whammy on your body’s system. Wait until you’ve restored your body to its normal level of hydration before drinking. Then practice moderation: alternate between one drink and one glass of water throughout the night to ward off a hangover.

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An Innovative Spirit Most great origin stories come from extraordinary backstories. The same is true in the case of Oklahoma Distilling Company, where the company’s principal founder, Hunter Gambill, has an epic tale that’s still being written. By ro b h a rm o n • Ph oto s by Sa ra h E l i z a Roberts

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Gambill and his crew love spending their days creating spirits. But that doesn’t mean Gambill has lost his desire to teach. “Long term, we’re committed to open-sourcing our recipes. If we want craft distilling to be a thing in Oklahoma, we have to foster it,” he says. At this point, Gambill sees the distillery as a teaching distillery, for locals to visit and learn how ODC does what it does. “We give tours and love getting the word out,” says Gambill. Available Thursday through Saturday evenings, visitors can purchase a self-guided tour and enjoy complimentary tasting samples afterward in a cocktail lounge. “We love how people want to learn how we do what we do, and we encourage them to hang out in our lounge and enjoy the whole process. Everything we do, there’s a core value behind it,” says Gambill. Unable to sell visitors bottles of anything because of liquor laws, providing education and a little sample of this or that will have to do for now.

Sure that the bill will pass when reintroduced, with new state representatives and senators, as well as a pro-business governor in Kevin Stitt, Gambill sees more significant and better things on the horizon. “Our rum dunder pit,” says Gambill, “is aptly named Mary Fallin.” Dunder is what is left in a boiler after making a batch of rum. It is a traditional source of flavor used in the fermentation of Jamaican style rum. Similar to sour mash in the process of distilling bourbon whiskey, it’s crucial in achieving an authentic rum flavor. Every distillery specifically names its dunder.

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The distillery’s first product, Indian Grass Vodka, a spirit that contains a piece of Oklahoma’s state grass in every bottle, was on the shelves in 150 stores the day they made it available to the public. After having a killer start, the ODC crew didn’t even think about resting on their laurels. Within months they were supplying liquor stores with additional products. Although even Gambill admits it is a massive draw for

“From the beginning,” Gambill says, “the idea wasn’t to make local spirits for the sake of being local. The idea is if you were to have our spirits anywhere in America, or the world, you would have it and say, ‘This is a great product.’ For example, our rum, Rose Rock, is in several bars in Tulsa and Oklahoma City and time and time again, I hear it’s the best they’ve ever served.”

“As far as the ways the laws have shaken out,” says Gambill, “it’s been a roller coaster because there was a bill that was passed by both houses by more than 85% that would have allowed us to sell bottles out of this space. However, it was vetoed by [ former Oklahoma governor] Mary Fallin. We thought it would be introduced, but that did not happen.”

Lacking the capital to open the distillery, Gambill and his wife found jobs outside the United States, where he stoked his desire for teaching, all while bartending and cooking in his off time. Never giving up his passion for making alcohol of various types, his knowledge and experience continually built on itself, as he made homemade beverages for friends he made along the way. After several years of traveling around the world, teaching children of ex-pats, including even becoming a principal of a school at one point, the time came for Gambill to return to Oklahoma.

Oklahomans to get behind a locally made product, the prolific distiller insists it’s about more than being local.

Working in Oklahoma City restaurants as a 14-year-old, Gambill’s desire to serve the world in the culinary arts took him in exciting directions. A stint in culinary school beginning at age 16 led him to become a food and beverage manager by 21. From there, he got married and joined a research team that studied the food and beverage industry. After learning how to distill spirits, make various wines, beer, and mead (even doing a master’s thesis on the subject), Gambill’s passions were conceived. Still, it would be years before Oklahoma Distilling Company was founded.

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A SNACK BETWEEN MEALS HELPS YOU TO NOT INHALE YOUR THREE SQUARES (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND DINNER). BEAT THE BETWEEN-MEAL BLAHS WITH THESE IDEAS. That special time of year is upon us. The sun is still warm, but the first day of autumn is around the corner. It’s a season for apple picking in the local orchard, lazy naps in the park under a shade tree, and snacking on

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berries throughout a simple afternoon. The hazy, crazy days of summer are sliding into a bustling, beautiful fall, with football Friday nights, weekend thrills, and weather that nips and chills as the days grow shorter. It’s the perfect

time of “in-between,” and that calls for something unique. Perfect treats are made precisely for such in-between moments. Whether it be a cocktail hour, an after-school snack, or something to munch

on when you don’t know what else to do, in-between eats and treats are the answer. They may be healthier than a dessert (or not), they may be heartier than a quick breakfast (or not), but they are almost always easier than an entrée.

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An apple a day keeps the doctor away. And an apple fritter a day keeps the hunger at bay. Consider it a breakfast pastry, a post-meal dessert, or the perfect late-night snack. INGREDIENTS: 4 thawed Rhodes white dinner 2 rolls 21-ounce can apple pie filling 1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon 1 cup all-purpose flour oil 6 cups powdered sugar 3/4 cup water

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BLACKBERRY MINT-OSA COCKTAIL Some drinks are fancy. Some drinks are schmancy. And this drink will knock your fancy-schmancy socks off. It’s beautiful, bubbly, and as easy as 1, 2, 3. INGREDIENTS: ounces fresh blackberries 6 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 2 Tbsp. sugar

rut champagne or prosecco B Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

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1. Add blackberries, mint leaves, and sugar to a food processor. Puree until smooth. 2. Press the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and the majority of the fruit pulp (if desired). 3. Pour a half an ounce of the puree into a glass. 4. Fill the glass with champagne or prosecco. 5. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve.

1. Thaw rolls. Follow instructions on the package. 2. Cut each roll into six pieces. Scoop apples (but not the sauce) out of the canned pie filling, and cut into chunks. 3. Combine the cut-up-rolls, apples, and cinnamon. Knead everything together adding flour as needed until it clumps together. 4. Pat the dough flat on a floured surface. Cut dough into 16 pieces. Place the fritters on top of flour-dusted trays. Cover fritters with sprayed plastic wrap and let rest and rise for one hour. 5. Heat oil in a large pot to 350 degrees. Scoop up the dough with a floured utensil and flip the apple fritter over into the hot oil. (May cook several at a time, but don’t overcrowd.) Cook three to four minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove and place on a cooling rack. 6. Mix the glaze ingredients in a bowl. 7. Spoon glaze onto doughnuts, using a back and forth motion above doughnuts. 8. Set to cool and enjoy.

VEGGIE CHIPS Put down the chips, but hold on to the potatoes. And snag a few colorful veggies, because there’s no turning back once you’ve tried this tasty treat that’s easy, healthy, and oh-so-delicious. INGREDIENTS: weet potatoes, red or golden S beets, zucchini, summer squash, taro, rutabaga, white potatoes, or a combination of all Fine sea salt Oil (avocado or vegetable)

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1. Heat oven to 300 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper, and set aside. 2. Scrub clean vegetables. Using a mandolin or knife, slice the vegetables into thin slices. 3. Lay the veggie slices in one layer on paper towels. Sprinkle liberally with sea salt. Set aside for 15 minutes. 4. After 15 minutes, use paper towels to dab off excess moisture. Transfer to the baking sheets in one layer. Brush or spray with oil. 5. Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes. Rotate and bake another 15 minutes. Rotate and cook another 5-10 (as needed) until chips are brown and slightly crisp.

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IN HONOR OF THIS UBIQUITOUS QUEEN OF ALL DAIRY PRODUCTS, HERE ARE FIVE FUN AND SURPRISING FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT CHEESE. BY TIFFANY DUNCAN

What the heck are curds and whey, anyway? Remember that nursery rhyme about Little Miss Muffet sitting on her tuffet (whatever that is) eating her curds and whey? Most of us haven’t the slightest clue what the heck curds and whey are, but in actuality they are the building blocks for almost all cheeses. To make cheese, the cows’ milk is poured into a large vat, and a “starter culture” — a bacteria that begins the fermentation process — is added to the milk to convert lactose into lactic acid. Then rennet is added to curdle the milk. The curdled bits are the casein proteins (or milk solids) and the watery

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Is there anything more iconically American than cheese? Cheese, of course, did not originate in the United States, but you would be hard-pressed to name an ingredient that could better single-handedly define the American food landscape. We slice it, grill it, fry it, grate it, and even squeeze it from cans. We

liquid that separates is the whey protein. Voila! Curds and whey. (If you’ve ever let a jug of milk go sour and chunky, you’ve made crude — albeit disgusting — curds and whey.) If you like cottage cheese, it’s curds and whey, except that a lot of the whey has been washed or pressed out to better the flavor. To make cheese, however, the whey is discarded and the curds are salted, cut into smaller pieces, and then heated to release more whey. The resulting clumps are pressed into molds and left to age, or have different strains of mold added, depending on what kind of cheese is being made.

are so obsessed with cheese that, according to Bloomberg, each of us eats 35 pounds of the stuff every year. In honor of this ubiquitous queen of all dairy products, here are five fun and surprising facts you may not know about cheese.

Why is some cheddar orange? Seriously, have you ever thought about this? It’s not like cows naturally produce milk the color of the Kraft Mac and Cheese dinosaur. So why are we dyeing specific varietals of cheese? The answer is multifaceted, but like almost all other products, it pretty much boils down to two things: greed and deception. In 17th century London, cheese was mainly made from Jersey and Guernsey cows. These two breeds of cows tended to produce rich, orange-tinged milk due to the beta-carotene in the grasses they ate. This light

orange tint was a mark of high-quality cheese. But farmers discovered that they could make more money if they skimmed off this rich pigmented top layer of fatty cream and sold it separately, or as butter. But because discerning market shoppers had come to expect the orange tint in their cheese, farmers began adding pigment from things like saffron, carrot juice, and marigold so shoppers would be none the wiser, and they would be all the richer. The origins of the practice of dyeing cheddar in America gets a little murkier. Wisconsin cheddar has long been known for its deep golden hue, and some Wisconsinites believe that this practice started in the late 1800s as a means of consistency. Just like the English cows that dined on beta-carotene-rich grasses, the pastured cows of Wisconsin tended to produce a cheese with a light golden color. But when farmers moved the cows to dry feed, the cheese would lose its signature hue and therefore had to be fabricated. Another theory holds that it was a way to distinguish Midwestern cheese from the pale white cheeses of New England. Whatever the reason, the tradition has continued. The flavorless Annatto seed is the natural dye that is mainly used to give cheddar its signature, bright orange hue.

What exactly is American cheese? While many look down on American cheese and refer to it as “plastic” or “fake food,” it is mostly made from real cheese. Back in 1903, a man named James L. Kraft moved from Canada to Chicago with $65. He got into the business

of wholesaling cheese and transporting it to shop owners to make money. To his dismay, however, he noticed that he was losing a lot of his product because it had such a short shelf life. Having grown up on a dairy farm in Ontario, he was intimately familiar with the process of making cheese. Entrepreneurial by nature, he began experimenting not only with ways to preserve the shelf life of the cheddar, but also with how to melt it without the cheese disintegrating. He soon discovered that by shredding leftover cheddar, re-pasteurizing it, and adding sodium phosphate (an emulsifying salt), he could create an easy melting cheese that would stay fresh for much longer. He patented his idea, and as they say, the rest is history. American cheese is what’s known as “pasteurized process cheese.” This might sound scary, but technically all cheese is processed cheese. The only difference is that though American cheese is made using an honest-to-goodness blend of real cheddar and Colby, it also has a couple of other ingredients added in to alter the flavor and texture. You will have to decide for yourself if you are comfortable with all that entails, but there is a wonderful article from seriouseats.com titled “What is American Cheese, Anyway?” to help you understand the ingredients list of American cheese.

Why do certain cheeses stink? There is a particular type of cheese— Epoisses de Bourgogne — that is so smelly, it has been banned from public vehicles in

France. Limburger, another kind of cheese, is typically thought of as the stinkiest cheese on the market, as it smells like dirty feet. The disconcerting fact about Limburger is it smells like feet because it is fermented with the same bacterium — Brevabacterium linens — that is also found on human skin and is responsible for foot odor. Why in the world does stinky cheese exist in the first place? Even though certain bacteria and mold added to ferment cheese can create a rind that can clear a room, it actually can also infuse the actual cheese with a very complex, even floral taste. Stinky cheeses often do not taste as they smell, so the next time you encounter a stinky cheese, go ahead and try it — you might be pleasantly surprised.

Is moldy cheese safe to eat? There are thousands of types of mold, some harmless and some not. Certain types can create a delicious taste when used in cheesemaking, like in Stilton Blue or Roquefort. But the type that sprouted on your rind of parmesan in the fridge? Don’t eat it, but don’t throw the whole thing away, either. Hard and semi-hard cheeses are dense enough to block the mold from penetrating very deep, so cut it off at least an inch deep, and it’s perfectly safe to consume. Soft or runny cheeses, however, like mozzarella or cottage cheese, should be tossed out once mold has sprouted. Mold has invisible “tentacles” that reach past the surface and deeper into the container because soft and runny cheeses are not dense enough to block them.

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SEARED AHI TUNA SALAD

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WHETHER YOU’RE GRABBING LUNCH, DINNER, DRINKS, OR BRUNCH, THIS JENKS STAPLE IS THE KIND OF PLACE WHERE EVERY ELEMENT SERVES A PURPOSE. CLASSICS SUCH AS CENTER-CUT PORK CHOPS AND RIB-EYES ARE TREATED WITH THE SAME REVERENCE AS INSPIRED ASIAN-INFLUENCED DISHES LIKE JAPANESE SEABASS AND SUSHI. By Donna Leahey

Green Country and Tulsa are blessed with an abundance of great dining choices. You want fancy to celebrate a special occasion? You can do that. Want quick and casual that won’t break the bank? No problem. A great steak? Amazing seafood? Tasty burger? Beautiful and delicious sushi? Sure thing. What about creative mixed drinks or a patio with a view? It shouldn’t surprise you that you can find all of that in the 918. What might surprise you is you can also find it all at Waterfront Grill in Jenks. “It’s something for everyone,” says Michael Banks, vice president of operations. “It’s a place you can feel comfortable coming to after being on a golf course or tennis court. You can come with the girls, your spouse, or a large party. We’re not pretentious.”

Photos by Sarah Eliza Roberts

It’s easy to understand why people might think Waterfront Grill is just for special occasions; it’s beautiful, inside and out. From the stone exterior with lush trees and grass to the calm and lovely interior, Waterfront Grill is a high-end destination. Full-length windows surround the dining area, spilling copious amounts of natural light inside. Thoughtful details on the walls and ceiling add to the beauty of the setting. But don’t think of Waterfront Grill as an expensive luxury car — think of it as a sporty convertible. When you want, you can put the top down and let the wind muss with your hair. It can be casual or elegant, fun and comfortable, budget-friendly, or high-end. “We want to meet any budget, and any mood,” says Banks. “We want to try to please

everyone’s likes and dislikes. And we try to be the best. Our steak rivals the best steakhouses in Tulsa, and our sushi rivals the best sushi in town. I put our seafood, burgers, and sandwiches against any other restaurant. You can come in, feel good about yourself, and not spend a bunch of money. If you want a fun environment, good food, good service, then Waterfront’s your game.” You can start enjoying that food with a glance at the appetizers. Waterfront’s take on spinach artichoke dip includes applewood smoked bacon and ParmigianoReggiano cheese. Another delicious appetizer is the seared ahi tuna. The tuna is delicately seared and served with Asian slaw and a cilantro ginger vinaigrette. The tuna is tender, fresh, and tasty. Don’t overlook the crab, avocado, and mango

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The artisan drinks are another treat. The watermelon martini is cool and refreshing with just a hint of sweet. It’s a pretty drink, with a wedge of watermelon setting if off, but it’s not too sweet. The cucumber martini is also a delight. What about the weekend? “Our brunch is the best in town,” says Banks. “We offer everything from traditional breakfast to homemade tamales. There’s an omette bar and a bloody mary bar. You can enjoy some hearty shrimp and grits, flavorful huevos

One way Waterfront makes good on its inspiration to be something for everyone is the happy-hour deals from Sunday through Thursday. Monday offers half off wine and sushi. Wednesdays you can get half off specialty drinks and appetizers. Thursday is half off martinis and the Japanese seabass. If you need catering or banquet help, Waterfront is there for you as well. “Our banquet room seats 44,” says Banks, “We can do whatever you need. We’ve done a luau with a whole pig, a job with 40 steaks, and a burger bar with homemade chips.”

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There are some special choices on the grilled menu. The 16-ounce, center-cut pork chop is cooked perfectly over hickory to juicy perfection. Or treat yourself to a center-cut filet. “We fly them in every week from Allen Brothers. They’re a famous Chicago meathouse that supplies all the best restaurants in Chicago,” says Banks. This remarkably tender fillet is seasoned deftly and cooked to succulent perfection. It’s worth a splurge.

Save room for dessert, because Waterfront has some sweet treats. “The crème brûlée is to-die-for,” says Banks. “It’s made fresh with a hint of vanilla bean.” This classic dessert is creamy, rich, and decadent, with a crispy, sugary crust on top and sweet custardy goodness inside. Or if you prefer some tangy with your sweet, try the key lime pie. The sour lime contrasts beautifully with the sweet creaminess of the pie, and the graham cracker crust sets the whole thing off just right.

rancheros, sticky-gooey monkey bread, or an elegant plate of eggs Benedict.”

If you’re looking for a fresh salad for lunch, consider the strawberry fields salad. This salad mixes hearty spinach with tart strawberries and diced green apples, savory Gorgonzola cheese, and bacon, and tosses it all into a dark, sweet balsamic dressing. Or maybe try the seared ahi tuna on a bed of field greens, avocado, red onions, and fresh mango. The whole thing is topped with sesame seeds and a sweet, tangy champagne vinaigrette.

fresh. This fish is flaky and buttery and comes with a side of veggies. You can have it grilled or sautéed.

stack; a treat that’s been voted “best appetizer in Oklahoma.”

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Few hotels can give you that “only in Oklahoma” experience like Hotel Indigo. From the restaurant and décor to the bar and amenities, you will feel like you’re part of something when you step through the doors. In the heart of the Blue Dome District in downtown Tulsa, you’ll find a charming, fun new spot for dinner, drinks, or an overnight stay when you want to mix it up a bit. Yes, we’re talking about the beautiful, entertaining Hotel Indigo, nestled comfortably within a stone’s throw from Yokozuna, Dust Bowl Lanes and Lounge, Dilly Diner, Boomtown Tees, and a lot of other places Tulsa residents love to visit.

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“The Blue Dome District is a great, fun, upcoming district, and we’re glad to be a part of it,” says Nicki Boone, sales and catering manager. The hotel opened in November 2018, and it’s been doing a brisk business ever since.

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Of course, Hotel Indigo doesn’t just serve drinks; it’s a full-service hotel with 93 rooms, impressive amenities, and atmosphere. As part of the IHG group of hotels and resorts, Hotel Indigo offers the security, comfort, and familiarity of all the IHG brands (Holiday Inn, Intercontinental, Crowne Plaza, Candlewood Suites and others). It also offers a distinctly charming boutique feel, offering guests the best of both worlds. The hotel’s clients include a mix of corporate guests, tourists, and Oklahomans who want a weekend getaway or a relaxing staycation.

The hotel offers three styles of rooms for overnight guests: a standard king, double queen, and deluxe king with sleeper sofa. The décor includes exposed concrete ceilings and copper accents throughout the rooms, with touches of the oil story. Behind each room’s headboard is a wall-sized mural — either the Tulsa Driller on its back before it was erected, oil derricks in the field, or the Route 66 map, all in fun, bright neon colors and pixelated to create a modern twist on the historic theme.

For more extensive functions, there is the Avery Room. With 1,500-square-feet, the room seats between 60 to 100 people depending on setup, or 250 people if you use a stand-up cocktail style setup. “The room’s north wall is all windows, so it has fantastic natural light,” says Boone.

If you’re in the mood for a meal, visit the hotel’s Prospect Local Bar and Kitchen, which is open to the public for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. The menu includes comfort foods with a modern presentation, food that is tasty and approachable like fried catfish and meatloaf, but with a 2019 feel. Every Thursday night is fried chicken, served family style, with coleslaw, green beans, rolls, and mashed potatoes. At $10 per person, it’s very affordable. For special events, whether it’s a rehearsal dinner, a party, or a business meeting, the hotel offers a choice of three function rooms. The May Room is perfect for small meetings or hospitality services, with a pub table that seats six, TV/projection capabilities, a balcony that overlooks ONEOK Field, living area, restroom, couch, armchairs, and wet bar. “It’s perfect for a small committee

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The drink offerings are a pleasant mix of local and craft options, as well as old favorites. Roof Sixty Six serves Welltown beer, specialty cocktails, and half-priced wine on Wednesdays. “Our bartenders love to create new things all the time,” Boone notes. There are appetizers too, such as their incredibly popular charcuterie board, which features locally made sausages and meats and cheeses.

The 1900s oil theme is carried into each room in some form. In the lobby, for example, there is a wall of oil field artifacts. And you’ll see a survey map from the early 1900s. “All of our artwork is taken from the Tulsa archives, with reproductions of original photos from the oil boom era,” says Boone.

There’s also the Barley Room, adjacent to the restaurant, which seats up to 30 people. Its wall screen is HDMI compatible, and two large windows offer natural light or shades for privacy. Private dinners, meetings, and working lunches all work well in this space. The hotel can accommodate you with either restaurantstyle service or catering, as well as wine service.

The bar is open to the public seven days a week. “We have heaters in winter and shades in summer,” says Boone. “We keep it comfortable all year long. And there’s a firepit out there in the winter too. We stay busy all the time up there.”

“No two Hotel Indigos are the same,” says Boone, explaining that the Tulsa hotel’s look and feel are unique to Green Country. “Our story is about the blue-collar oil workers of the 1920s. With everything we do, we keep that in mind and reflect that history. People are intrigued by it.”

meeting, board meeting, bridal dressing before the wedding, fantasy football, or baby showers,” says Boone.

Roof Sixty Six gives the nod to the present as well as the past. The bar features a dramatic glass balcony with unobstructed views across Tulsa. Look north, and you can see straight to ONEOK Field, which is perfect viewing on nights when the stadium shoots off fireworks. Look west, and you enjoy a stunning view of Williams Tower. Other places to spot when you’re looking out over the city include City Hall, Cain’s Ballroom, the BOK Center, the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, Philtower, Hillcrest, and St. John.

Visitors love the décor, which for the Tulsa location is focused on our state’s rich oil history.

One of its main draws is Roof Sixty Six — a rooftop bar that features great views and great drinks. The name, says Boone, comes from the iconic Route 66, which initially ran down what is now Second Street in downtown Tulsa. “We wanted a nod to that,” says Boone.

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Danny Conroy grows up with a distant father and absent mother. All he has is his beloved sister, Maeve. Then one day, their father brings Andrea home. This cruel stepmother banishes Danny and Maeve, who are only truly comfortable when they’re together. When forced to confront the people who left them behind, the relationship between an indulged brother and his ever-protective sister is finally tested.

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After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fiancé, Violet Speedwell can’t reconcile herself to a life spent caring for her grieving, embittered mother. She moves to Winchester, where she joins a society of women who embroider kneelers for the cathedral, carrying on a centuries-long tradition of bringing comfort to worshippers. And when another war appears on the horizon, Violet fights to put down roots in a place where women aren’t expected to grow.

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ISIS kidnaps a brilliant French microbiologist and forces him to manufacture anthrax. At the same time, they recruit a Mexican drug cartel to smuggle the bioweapon across the border. But it’s all just a diversion to distract the black-ops team of Mitch Rapp and Irene Kennedy long enough to weaponize a deadly virus and trigger a pandemic that could rewrite the world order. ALSO LOOK FOR:

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ABSURD SCIENTIFIC ADVICE FOR COMMON REALWORLD PROBLEMS BY RANDALL MUNROE SEPT. 3

For any task, there’s a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally complex, excessive, and inadvisable that no one would ever try it. Full of clever infographics and amusing illustrations, the book is a delightfully mind-bending way to understand better the science and technology underlying the things we do every day.

THE NATURE OF LIFE AND DEATH: EVERY BODY LEAVES A TRACE BY PATRICIA WILTSHIRE SEPT. 3

From mud tracks on a quiet country road to dirt specks on the soles of walking boots, forensic ecologist Patricia Wiltshire uses her decades of scientific expertise to find clues left behind by criminal activity.

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MIXED FEELINGS BY AVAN JOGIA SEPT. 17

Drawing on the author’s life story as well as interviews with friends and strangers, Mixed Feelings explores the complicated emotions around race, identity, religion, and family through poetry and imagery.

RED AT THE BONE BY JACQUELINE WOODSON SEPT. 17

On the evening of 16-year-old Melody’s comingof-age ceremony, she wears a unique custom-made dress. Sixteen years earlier, that very dress was measured and sewn for Melody’s mother, for her ceremony — a celebration that never took place.

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An American soldier and an enterprising photographer brave occupied France during World War II to help give a little girl the one thing she’s never had — a family.

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A young woman follows her new husband to his remote home on the Icelandic coast in the 1680s. There, she faces dark secrets surrounding the death of his first wife amid a foreboding landscape and the superstitions of the local villagers.

SINS OF THE FATHERS BY J.A. JANCE SEPT. 24

Former homicide cop, J. P. Beaumont, is learning to enjoy retirement. But when an old acquaintance, Alan Dale, shows up with a newborn infant asking for help locating his missing daughter, Beaumont finds himself faced with an investigation that will turn his life upside down.

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When Roberto Diaz was sent to investigate a suspected biochemical attack, he found something far worse: a highly mutative organism capable of extinction-level destruction. He buried it in cold storage. Now, after decades of festering, the specimen has escaped and is on a lethal feeding frenzy. To defeat it, Diaz joins forces with an unlikely pair — an ex-con and a single mother. Over one harrowing night, they must figure out how to quarantine this horror again. ALSO LOOK FOR:

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Every parent wants their child to have friends, be successful, and feel comfortable in his or her skin. But many children lack critical social and executive functioning skills that allow them to navigate through the world with ease. This book provides parents an easy-to-follow guide for helping children of all ages to connect with others, make friends, and thrive.

Whenever Ruby “Red” Byrd is scared or angry, the wind picks up. Red knows she has to learn to control it but can’t figure out how. Just as she starts to settle, in the foster home of a quirky couple who run a petting zoo, a fresh storm rolls in, one she knows all too well: her mother. For so long, Red has longed to have her mom back in her life. Now Red must discover the possible in the impossible if she wants to overcome her tornadoes and find the family she needs.

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Young Nya takes little sister, Akeer, on a two-hour walk to fetch water for the family. When Akeer becomes too ill to walk, Nya faces a quandary: her sister and the full water vessel together are too heavy to carry. As she struggles, she discovers that if she manages to take one step, then another, she can reach home. An afterword discusses the process of providing clean water in South Sudan, reducing waterborne illness. ALSO LOOK FOR:

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After his father was murdered, Guo Jing joined Ghengis Khan and his people. He learned all he could from the warlord and his army in hopes of one day joining their cause. But Guo Jing is destined to battle an opponent who will challenge him in every way imaginable and with a connection to his past.

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Hiram Walker was born into bondage. When his mother was sold away, Hiram was robbed of all memory of her — but was gifted with a mysterious power. A brush with death prompts him to find and rescue his family, a journey that enlists him in the underground war between slavers and the enslaved.

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Whether you want to leave a deadend job, break an addiction, learn to dance, heal a relationship, grow a business, master your money, travel the globe, or solve world hunger, you can train your brain to think creatively and positively — especially in the face of setbacks.

JOSEPH AND THE WAY OF FORGIVENESS BY STEPHEN MITCHELL SEPT. 17

A riveting novelistic version of the biblical tale in which Jacob’s favorite son is sold into slavery and eventually becomes viceroy of Egypt. Mixed in with fresh insights into this tale of betrayal and forgiveness are brief meditations that, with surprises, expand the narrative and illuminate its central themes.

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Meri Beckley lives in a world without lies. But when Meri’s mother is killed, Meri suddenly has questions. And when she tries to uncover her mother’s state of mind in her last weeks, she finds herself drawn into a secret world with a history she didn’t know existed.

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Before disappearing, the Seven Prophets foretold an Age of Darkness and the birth of a new prophet who could save or ruin it. With chaos on the horizon, five people are set on a collision course — an exiled prince, a ruthless killer, a leader torn between his duty and his heart, a reckless gambler, and a dying girl. Will they be the world’s saviors or destroyers?

A relentless hunter, and an expert in stealth and deception, a cat is no ordinary pet. Sure, the cat may look harmless and sweet, but don’t let that fool you.

Mulan loves her family. She will do anything for them, even if it means joining the army in her aging father’s place. Since girls are not allowed in the military, Mulan cleverly disguises herself as a man. But she must look deep within herself to find her might and her courage.

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THE GOLDFINCH

SEPT. 13

IT CHAPTER TWO SEPT. 6

Twenty-seven years after their first encounter with the terrifying Pennywise, the Losers Club have grown up and moved away, until a devastating phone call brings them back.

As a child, Theodore Decker survives a terrorist bombing at an art museum — an attack that kills his mother. From there, he tumbles through a series of adventures that finds him living in Las Vegas with his deadbeat father and, later, involved in art forgeries. CAST: ANSEL ELGORT, NICOLE KIDMAN, SARAH PAULSON RATING: R

DEPRAVED

CAST: JAMES MCAVOY, JESSICA CHASTAIN, BILL HADER RATING: R

RAPID RESPONSE SEPT. 6

In 1966, medical student and racing fan Stephen Olvey gets the opportunity of a lifetime when he is asked to volunteer at the Indianapolis 500 on their medical team. What started as a fun insider view of a sport he loved quickly devolves before his eyes as he sees that the level of medical support given to the drivers, whom he has befriended, is terrifyingly non-existent. CAST: STEPHEN OLVEY, TERRY TRAMMELL, MARIO ANDRETTI RATING: NR

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Brooklyn loft.

SEPT. 13

A disillusioned field surgeon who has PTSD makes a man out of body parts and brings him to life in a

CAST: DAVID CALL, JOSHUA LEONARD, MARIA DIZZIA RATING: NR

HUSTLERS SEPT. 13

Inspired by the viral New York Magazine article, Hustlers follows a crew of savvy former strip club employees who band together to turn the tables on their Wall Street clients. CAST: CONSTANCE WU, JULIA STILES, LILI REINHART RATING: NR

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CINEMARK SAND SPRINGS 1112 E. Charles Page Blvd. Sand Springs 800.FAN.DANG (#1407)

SEPT. 13

CINEMARK TULSA 10802 E. 71st S. Tulsa 800.FAN.DANG (#1128)

THE SOUND OF SILENCE SEPT. 13

A successful “house tuner” in New York City, who calibrates the sound in people’s homes to adjust their moods, meets a client with a problem he can’t solve.

CIRCLE CINEMA 10 S. Lewis Ave. Tulsa | 918.592.3456

CAST: RASHIDA JONES, PETER SARSGAARD, TONY REVOLORI RATING: NR

ETON SQUARE 6 CINEMA 8421 E. 61st St. Tulsa | 918.286.2618

3 FROM HELL

AMC CLASSIC OWASSO 12601 E. 86th St. N. Owasso | 918.376.9191

SEPT. 20

Crazed killers Baby Firefly, Captain Spaulding and Otis Driftwood return to unleash bloody mayhem. It is a follow-up to Rob Zombie’s 2003 film House of 1000 Corpses and its 2005 sequel The Devil’s Rejects. CAST: SHERI MOON ZOMBIE, SID HAIG, BILL MOSELEY RATING: R

DOWNTON ABBEY SEPT. 20

The continuing story of the Crawley family, the wealthy owners of a large estate in the English countryside in the early 20th century. CAST: HUGH BONNEVILLE, LAURA CARMICHAEL, JIM CARTER RATING: PG

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SEPT. 20 AFTER THE WEDDING

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Michelle Williams, Julianne Moore, and Billy Crudup star in this drama about a financially struggling orphanage in New York and its mysterious benefactor.

LOS HIJOS DE MARIA (1952)

SEPT. 3

THE HUNT

FREE

Two brothers known in town for their womanizing, drinking and rowdiness meet their matches when two girls who, like them, decide to tame the two machos.

THE CAT RESCUERS

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With over 500,000 street cats struggling to survive in New York City, and the city unwilling to address the problem, spirited volunteers have come to aid. The film shows the skill, resilience, and humor the volunteers bring to this challenging but rewarding work.

SPEED

SEPT. 6-7

Keanu Reeves plays Jack Traven, an LAPD officer who must prevent a bomb from exploding aboard a city bus by keeping its speed above 50 mph.

FLEABAG FROM NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SEPT. 12

The award-winning, hilarious, one-woman play written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge that inspired the television series that received 11 Emmy nomination.

A fast-paced, hilarious farce that follows the mixed fortunes of Francis Henshall, played by Tony-award winning actor and TV host James Corden.

MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL SELECTIONS

Over 100,000 film lovers from more than 350 cities across six continents will gather in cinemas, museums, and universities for one purpose: to view and vote on films for inclusion in the Manhattan Short Film Festival.

AQUARELA

CAST: EMMA ROBERTS, JUSTIN HARTLEY, IKE BARINHOLTZ RATING: NR

AD ASTRA SEPT. 20

Astronaut Roy McBride travels to the outer edges of the solar system to find his missing father and unravel a mystery that threatens the survival of humans on Earth. His journey will uncover secrets that challenge the nature of human existence and our place in the cosmos. CAST: BRAD PITT, TOMMY LEE JONES, LIV TYLER RATING: PG-13

RAMBO V: LAST BLOOD

SEPT. 20

ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS PRESENTED BY NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SEPT. 26

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This film takes audiences on a deeply cinematic journey through the transformative beauty and raw power of water. It presents a visceral wake-up call that humans are no match for the sheer force MONDAY IS and capricious will of Earth’s most precious element.

SPECIAL

SEPT. 27

Twelve strangers wake up in a clearing. They don’t know where they are or how they got there. They don’t realize they’ve been chosen for a particular purpose: The Hunt.

Rambo travels to Mexico to save a friend’s daughter who has been kidnapped by the Mexican cartel. Rambo must confront his past and unearth his ruthless combat skills to exact revenge in a final mission. CAST: SYLVESTER STALLONE, ADRIANA BARRAZA, YVETTE MONREAL RATING: NR

ABOMINABLE SEPT. 27

When teenage Yi encounters a young Yeti on the roof of her apartment building in Shanghai, she and her mischievous friends, Jin and Peng, name him “Everest” and embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family at the highest point on Earth. But the trio of friends will have to stay one step ahead of Burnish, a wealthy man intent on capturing a Yeti, and zoologist Dr. Zara to help Everest get home. CAST: CHLOE BENNET, ALBERT TSAI, TENZING NORGAY TRAINOR RATING: PG

JUDY SEPT. 27

Legendary performer Judy Garland arrives in London in the winter of 1968 to perform a series of sold-out concerts. CAST: RENÉE ZELLWEGER, RUFUS SEWELL, MICHAEL GAMBON RATING: PG-13

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