So6ix Magazine April 2012

SPECIAL GOLF & CASINO ISSUE INTERVIEW: Mr. and Mrs.

SEFOLOSHA Article By Angelique Christina Photos By Clifton Roberts P. 32

Casino

BASICS Article By Beth Ann Mock P. 12

GIRLS GOLF 101

Article By Beth Ann Mock P. 14

The

GREAT COURSES

OF OK!

Article By Jacqueline Larocco P. 42

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INSIDE

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

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• CASINO

GAME BASICS

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by Jacqueline Larocco

• GIRLS GOLF 101

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by Beth Ann Mock

• SPRING HAS SPRUNG!

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• KINDNESS GIVES OTHERS LIFE:

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by Jennifer McLaughlin

LIFESHARE OKLAHOMA

by Ky Humble, Paige Iven, & Grace Powell

• MR. AND MRS. SEFOLOSHA

INTERVIEW & FASHION PICTORIAL

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by Angelique Christina, photography by Clifton Roberts

• THE GREAT COURSES OF OK!

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by Jacqueline Larocco

• HOROSCOPES APRIL 2012

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by Dadhichi Toth

• SO6IX PIX

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photography by Clifton Roberts and Matt Cantrell

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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• SO6IX PROFESSIONALS

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LEGAL AND CREDITS

PUBLISHER

Jack McBride jack@so6ix.com

PRODUCTION MANAGER Clifton Roberts clifton@so6ix.com

MANAGING EDITOR Whitney Finley whitney@so6ix.com

MARKETING MANAGER Ericka Williams ericka@so6ix.com

BEAUTY DIRECTOR

Jennifer McLaughlin jennifer@so6ix.com

PUBLICIST

Angelique Christina angelique@so6ix.com

DESIGN AND LAYOUT

Beals Cunningham Strategic Services

PHOTOGRAPHY

Clifton Roberts and Matt Cantrell

WEBSITE DESIGNER Clifton Roberts

ON THE COVER...

MODELS: THABO & BERTILLE SEFOLOSHA PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLIFTON ROBERTS STYLING BY: JONATHAN KAYNE MAKEUP BY: JENNIFER MCLAUGHLIN HAIR BY: MALORIE AVALINE CLOTHING PROVIDED BY: PARKWAY MENSWEAR & RUTH MEYERS JEWELRY PROVIDED BY: BC CLARK

DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Matt Cantrell

STAFF WRITERS

Jacqueline Larocco and Beth Ann Mock

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ky Humble, Paige Iven, & Grace Powell and Dadhichi Toth.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR April – blossoms bedeck trees, the air is sublime, the sun’s rays warm the earth and reflect off chatoyant waters, the greens are verdant… what a better month to spend some time on the golf course! Whether you’re someone who has never held a golf club or you’re a resident pro, there is a green near you to suit your purpose. In order to assist you in choosing a golf course, in this edition we provide a thorough list of courses as well as descriptions of what each course is best known for. You’ll also find helpful tips on golf etiquette, terminology, and basic rules.

While enjoying nature’s spring, you might consider a visit to a local bookstore for poetic inspiration. Inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, National Poetry Month is now held every April. There are various events around the state in coffee houses, bookstores, and universities that provide you with an opportunity to be inspired by poets. While on the topic of aesthetics, make sure to go the 2012 Festival of the Arts! It will take place April 24-29 in Downtown

OKC at the Festival Plaza and the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Since 1967, this community celebration of the arts has been OKC’s “rite of spring.”

As for the April nights that you’re interested in a bit more spice than the golf course and the arts have to offer, consider one of the many casinos peppered around the state. Read our articles this month to find descriptions of casinos detailing locations, affiliations, and amenities provided, such as concerts, restaurants, bar service, and hotel service. There is also an article for those of you who want to learn or brush up on the basic rules of popular games available at most Oklahoma casinos.

Have some fun, and see if Lady Luck is on your side this month!

Whitney Finley

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SELF-HELP

Casino GA ME B AS I C S BY

Jacqueline Larocco Have you ever found yourself at a casino

and different tables have ante minimums or limits.

wanting to play something other than the slot

After ante bets are on the table, the cards are

machine, but you realize that you have absolutely

dealt. For beginners, try to find a “shoe” table.

no clue how to play? If so, you’re not alone. But

Shoe games are dealt with all the cards face up,

don’t miss out on joining in a night of revelry

and the players do not even touch or handle

because you don’t know the rules. Many games

their cards.

are actually quite simple, and few minutes reading

Each player is dealt two cards to begin with.

about how to play will suffice. If you’re heading to

After that, each player can decide to hit (add a

Oklahoma casinos, below are the basics for three

card to their hand) or stay (add no more cards to

popular games you’ll find.

their hand), depending on how close to 21 they want to attempt to get without going over. After

BLACKJACK

the players have been dealt all their cards, the

Not all casinos in Oklahoma offer blackjack, but

dealer then adds cards to his or her hand until a

a handful does offer the traditional card game.

“hard 17” is reached or he or she busts (goes

Each casino has slightly different rules for antes,

over 21).

dealer standards, etc., but for the most part, these are the rules to keep in mind.

The best hand to get is, of course, the blackjack, which is when the first two cards dealt

The main goal of everyone at a blackjack table

are comprised of an Ace (11) and a ten-valued

is to be closer to 21 (without going over) than the

card. Usually, if the player gets a blackjack, their

dealer. The good thing about blackjack is that you

winnings are 3 to 2.

don’t have to beat everyone at the table; you just have to beat the house.

THREE CARD POKER Like blackjack, Three Card Poker begins with an

In blackjack, the card values are a little different than typical card games:

ante bet, and each table has different minimums and limits. The players, along with the dealer, each

• Aces are worth either 1 or 11

get three cards face down. The players then have

• Cards 2 through 9 are valued at face value

a chance to look at their cards and decide if they

• The ten, Jack, Queen, and King are all valued

want to continue with the hand by placing a bet

at 10 • The suits of the cards are irrelevant

that is equal to or greater than the ante in the “play” spot on the table. If a player decides his or her hand is not worth playing, he or she folds the

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hand and loses the original ante bet.

SELF-HELP After these bets are made, the dealer turns over his or her cards. If the dealer does not have Queens High or better, the dealer can’t play any further and pays the active players the amount of their ante bets. It’s possible to get bonus payments based on whether or not certain “pair plus” ante bets were made, such as a pair, flush, straight, etc.

is shown face up, and again, the player has the opportunity to remove a second stake.

The dealer then turns over his or her second card, and any player who does not have a pair of tens or better (with their three cards combined with the dealer’s two) must surrender the bets.

The remaining players are paid for their

LET IT RIDE In this poker game, each player is dealt three

hands accordingly: • Two pairs

2 to 1

• Three of a kind

3 to 1

• Straight

5 to 1

• Flush

8 to 1

• Full house

11 to 1

three equal stakes. After the cards are dealt and

• Four of a kind

50 to 1

the player looks at his or her cards, one stake may

• Straight flush

200 to 1

be removed. After this, one of the dealer’s cards

• Royal flush

1000 to 1

cards face down, and the dealer is dealt two cards face down. The object for each player is to have the best possible hand with his or her three cards and the dealer’s two cards.

At the beginning of each hand, each player bets

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GIRLS GOLF101 BY

Beth Ann Mock

When springtime is in full swing, the golf

with a steal that might save you many hundreds

courses are at their most lush. Even if you’ve

of dollars. Now, what to wear? Wear whatever

never played, that sweet green begins to look like

you like, of course! Within reason, that is—choose

a fine place to be. Many women feel intimidated

comfortable, conservative athletic attire, and you’ll

the first time or two they wield a club, but learning

be just fine.

to enjoy this game isn’t hard at all. It doesn’t have ETIQUETTE

to be expensive, either.

The Rules of Golf are a painful 182 pages long, so a thorough study of them could give any beginner pause. The good news is that many ladies who have been playing the game for a long time still make many rules up as they go along.

Casual golfers are, for the most part, a laid back group. Don’t worry about what may or may not be a violation of play when you’re starting out.

Consideration for others on the course is far more important than strict adherence to each and every regulation. This is supposed to be fun, after all.

Here are some tips to make you more comfortable on the course when deciding whether or not this is a sport for you: • Look around you and make sure you have WHAT YOU NEED Don’t spend too much money starting out.

plenty of room to swing before hurling that club!

If it does look like your errant ball may smack a

Trusted manufacturers like Wilson and Dunlap

fellow player, be sure to loudly shout, “Fore!”

make high quality sets that run around a hundred

• Don’t make noise or move around a lot when

bucks. These are available at just about every

another golfer is concentrating.

big box store, and they are well worth the money.

directly behind someone is considered rude.

The chances of finding a treasure at a yard sale

• Be aware of the flow of play. Keep up with the

or on craigslist are in your favor as well. Many

group ahead of you. If the group behind you

golfers who have been playing for decades buy

is waiting, go ahead and let them play through.

new clubs yearly, so you could really wind up

• As a beginner, you may want to put some

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Standing

identifying mark on your ball so you’ll always be able to find it. This will also keep you from mistaking your ball for someone else’s!

TERMS “Birdies” and “eagles” and “bogeys,” oh my!

What do these mean? They are simply decoded; there’s little mystery at all: • Eagle: You finish the hole in 3 strokes • Birdie: You finish the hole in 4 strokes • Par: You finish in 5 strokes • Bogey: You finish in 6 strokes • Handicap: This is a number that estimates your ability on a given course. In short, it’s a net score used to level competition for golfers of different skill levels. Essentially, it’s an estimate of how many strokes both above and below par you’ll be able to play.

If you enjoy learning about the game so much that you want to continue, professional lessons are the next necessary step! As in any other sport, it’s much easier to learn good habits in the beginning than to try to correct them as you progress.

Individual instruction on basics like

follow-through, balance, and coordination don’t take a lot of time and will make learning the game much more enjoyable.

Beginner golf lessons

don’t have to be very expensive. Lessons with a skilled pro can cost as little as $30 an hour. It won’t take you long at all to browse online for local golf courses. Visit www.lpga.com as well, as the Ladies Professional Golf Association has a terrific and easy-to-use online tool to help you find a recommended professional in your area.

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SPRING HA S SPRUNG! BY

Jennifer McLaughlin

Spring has officially sprung up on runways all

coral with a touch of berry, just beautiful! This look

over the world! From New York, to Paris, to Milan

is just perfect for a night out on the town at a hot

and more, all the top designers are showcasing

spot casino, or even a spring fling cocktail social!

their spring collections, and with that, we are seeing trends in makeup that are just impossible to ignore! This month, as we spring forward, I’m going to share some of my most favorite and most WEARABLE spring 2012 runway makeup trends and help you fit them into your spring social life!

Shootout at the OK…Coral????

At Anna Sui (left), Jason Wu (center), and Rick Owens (right) we saw a new spin on a vintage

Yes, you read that right, my fellow Oklahomans…

look. The red lip of the 1950’s Hollywood Icon

coral, the color, is popping up all over the place

look was replaced by a strong, matte coral with

this spring! It’s the hottest trend in lips, and it’s

a largely orange undertone to it. The eyes and

wearable by every skintone and any age! From

cheeks were kept very pale in tones of beiges,

pale tangerines, to matte oranges, corals are hot

muted pinks, and champagnes. This look is just

this season!

gorgeous for a formal event where you want a slightly understated look but to still make your presence known!

Get This Look:

ALL THAT GLITTERS Eye

Shadow, VEGAS VOLT Lipstick, LADY DANGER Lipstick (MAC Cosmetics)

In the GLOW! Another favorite trend seen on runways for spring was gorgeous and bronzed glowing skin, At Dior (left) and Jean Paul Gaultier (right) we

paired with naturally shaded lips, eyes, and

saw glowing skin, with strong bronze contours,

cheeks. We saw this trend on all of the hottest

and eyes that gleamed like Academy Awards in

and most relevant runways, such as DKNY (left),

shades of gold and copper. The lips were a glossy,

Marc by Marc Jacobs (center), and Michael Kors

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STYLE (right).

This look is just flawless for a perfect

spring day walk in the park, 18 holes on the club’s

at Gucci (left), Marios Schwab (center), and Miu Miu (right).

golf course, or a special midday ice cream treat with your crush.

Strong, dramatic eyes paired with barely-there skin and lips bring out the rockstar in these runway Get This Look: LAGUNA Bronzer (NARS

looks. Smokey blues, disconnected black liner,

Cosmetics), PLINK! Lipstick, MODESTY Lipstick

and geometric brights on the eyes captivate these

(MAC Cosmetics)

looks! This trend is perfect for the girl that wants all eyes on her, and for her inner rock goddess to

Feeling Fierce?

Some of the most fierce fashion houses brought

make her way out!

Get This Look:

CONTRAST Eye Shadow,

out their inner diva in their makeup choices as

BLANKETY Lipstick, PASSIONATE Eye Shadow

well. Fierce and bold was the name of the game

(MAC Cosmetics)

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STYLE

To see more of the Adele look, visit So6ix.com and catch up on our video tutorials!

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Kindness Gives Others Life: LIF E S H A R E O K LAH O M A BY

Ky Humble, Paige Iven, & Grace Powell Everyone hates the dreaded DMV trip—long

up to be an organ donor when he found out his

lines, screaming children, and the horrendous

mentor and childhood quarterback coach was in

headshot. But for over 113,000 Americans, this can

need of a kidney transplant. Even Miss Piggy has

be a life altering moment. April is National Donate

come out in support of organ donor registration

Life Month, which is the perfect time to become

with

better informed on something that is impacting

Cooper’s talk show. “I’m a donor! Look at my

the lives of many Oklahomans and their families.

driver’s license,” she claimed.

her

recent

appearance

on

Anderson

The statistics concerning organ donation are

Even with the outpouring of celebrity support,

staggering. Every day, 18 Americans die waiting

organ donation registration has not yet caught

for an organ transplant while every 11 minutes

up with the number of people actually needing

another name is added to the national organ

an organ. LifeShare Oklahoma, the primary

transplant waiting list. In 2010, 800 Oklahomans

organ donation organization in Oklahoma, is

were waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.

counting on young people to make this change

The statistics keep piling up and so does the

happen. “Young people are the opinion leaders

importance of becoming an organ donor.

of tomorrow. The things that they learn about organ

donation now and their commitment to donation

donor registration is on the rise in the celebrity

can be used to educate the generations that

community. It was only just January of this year

follow,” says LifeShare’s Chief Operating Officer,

when Justin Bieber sent a single tweet informing

Phil Van Stavern.

Awareness

of

the

importance

of

followers of a fan in need of a donor. In a matter

LifeShare is on a mission to educate these

of days, the number of organ donor registrations

young people about the process of organ donation

had quadrupled in Bieber’s hometown of Ontario,

and dispel any myths that come along with it. In

Canada. That same month, New England Patriot’s

a 2009 survey conducted by LifeShare’s parent

quarterback, Tom Brady, encouraged fans to sign

company, Donate Life America, half of the survey

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a heart on your license, which represents the

as hard to save them if they know of a person

lives you will be saving. “It’s important that young

needing an organ. In addition, 44 percent of the

people understand donation and transplantation

respondents believed there is a black market

and the wonderful gift that it is. We have found

for organs and did not want to contribute to it.

that young people are much more open to the

Myths like these hinder organ donor registration.

These myths are of course not true, and such false notions make it ever apparent that people need to be educated about the true facts regarding organ donation. For example, did you know that saving

idea of helping others through donation, and really it’s just a matter of educating them about the critical need for donation,” says Van Stavern.

In wake of this dire need for organ donations, a national campaign has been put into action to

your life is a doctor’s number one priority? And did educate the entire country about the cause. The you know that organ donation can only happen 20 Million in 2012 campaign aims to increase when brain death has been stated by the doctor?

And that Oklahoma legislation allows individuals to choose whether to be an organ donor or not once pronounced brain dead?

So how can you help? For many years the DMV was the easiest way to sign up to be an organ

the number of organ donor registrants by 20 million by the end of this year. Next time you are in that long line at the DMV or in front of your computer, think of how little time and effort it takes to check that box to save a life and impact

donor. But in today’s fast paced world, the Internet

the lives of thousands around the state. Today

is a more convenient alternative. LifeShare has an

will you take the challenge to check your license

online registry (lifeshareregistry.org) where you

and get registered?

can sign up to be a donor in a matter of seconds.

When you become an organ donor, you will receive

For more information regarding LifeShare Oklahoma, log on to lifeshareoklahoma.org

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KICK IT ON OUT TO KICKAPOO CASINO! BY

Angelique Christina

Feeling lucky? Try something new, and take the short thirty-minute drive east of Oklahoma City to the Kickapoo Casino in Harrah. Featuring many wonderful amenities, fantastic entertainment, one of the best player rewards clubs in the state, and incredible gaming, the Kickapoo Casino is more than worth your while.

The Kickapoo Casino offers a wide variety of slots and table gaming as well. Their table games include: Blackjack, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, and Double Deck pitch games. The tables are operational daily from 12 pm to 4 am for your gaming pleasure. In addition to the over 650 gaming machines, the Casino has recently added four new types of slots (Dark Knight, Ghost Busters, Ole’ Jalepenos, and Playboy Hotzone) to increase your odds and fun as well.

If you are looking for good food at a great price, Kickapoo Casino has the odds covered for you.

Try out the Redfork Restaurant. With an eclectic mix of Asian cuisine and downhome favorites such as burgers, nachos, pizza, and chicken fried steak, the Redfork is sure to have something to please your palette. And if you’re in the mood for breakfast food, try the $2.95 Breakfast Jackpot special.

The Eaglerock Lounge is the perfect spot to meet up with friends to watch the big game, listen to live bands, or just get away from the gaming floor for a bit. The lounge offers a full-service bar and waitstaff to see to your needs. Featuring an enormous 133-inch big screen to watch your favorite sporting event, live entertainment, DJ’s, and daily drink special, the Eaglerock Lounge is the place to be for gamblers and non-gamblers alike.

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REMINGTON PARK One Remington Place Oklahoma City, OK 73111 (405) 424-1000

WINSTAR WORLD CASINO 777 Casino Ave. Thackerville, OK 73459 (800) 622-6317 Ladies, WinStar offers something very special:

Enjoy the outdoors and gorgeous live quarter

A stunning, full service spa. Adjacent to the hotel

horse racing at Remington, the first world class

lobby is the acclaimed Spa Habitat. Foot, hand,

pari-mutuel track in Oklahoma City. The founders

and full body massages are delivered by a staff of

of Remington brought Oklahoma its first gambling

professionals who love their work. On site is an

venue back in 1988, and they’re still going strong.

organic apothecary that features a bounty of body

This racetrack is truly a jewel, having been voted

products you can’t resist, made here in Oklahoma

No. 3 in the nation by the Horseplayers Association

and around the world. Packages are available, for

of North America in 2009. The casino here boasts

both groups and individuals. Once you’ve been

750 slot machines, and you’ll find a Bricktown

pampered to paradise and back, your poker face

Brewery among its many terrific eateries.

will be perfect, and it will be game time.

RIVERWIND CASINO 1544 State Highway 9 Norman, OK 73072 (877) 787-9637 Riverwind is a spacious casino with 30 table

NEWCASTLE CASINO 2457 Highway 62 Service Road Newcastle, OK 73065 (405) 387-6013

games. Blackjack, Baccarat, Three Card Poker,

In addition to offering very generous Players

and Ultimate Texas Hold’em are right next to the

Club benefits, Newcastle gives a lot of love in

Energy Bar, so you won’t have to travel far for a

the form of giveaways.

cocktail. This facility has a truly superior concert

April 6th and April 13th. Between 4-10 pm fifteen

venue. Large enough to accommodate crowds

lucky ducks will split $1,500.00 in cash. Plan to

and small enough so that every seat in the house

stay, because a special winner will be driving away

is a good one, Riverwind consistently brings in big

in one of four cars: a 2011 Nissan Cube, a 2011

name crowd pleasers. Don’t miss Carlos Mencia,

Dodge Ram 1500 Crew ST 4x2, a 2012 Audi, or a

Melissa Etheridge, and Michael Bolton this month!

2012 Toyota ScionTC. The recipient will also get

Tickets can be purchased online.

out of town with an additional grand in cash.

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Make sure you’re here

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FIRST COUNCIL CASINO 12875 N. HWY. 77 Newkirk, OK 74647 (877) 725-2670

FIRELAKE GRAND CASINO 777 Grand Casino Blvd.

Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 964-7777

First Council Casino is cozy. You are always

Just fifteen minutes east of Oklahoma City,

greeted warmly with the friendliest staff and

the Fire Lake Golf Course is among the top ten

complimentary valet parking.

Visit on Monday

in the state. Champion Bermuda, a grass that is

and Wednesday evenings from 6-10 pm for your

seldom found in this part of the country, laughs at

chance to win a portion of $2,500.00 in the

the torments of our legendary summer heat. This

Hoppin’ Hot Seat event. Enjoy high stakes Bingo

course is a comfortable size, and the fairways here

here seven days a week, and don’t forget to take

were designed to challenge your game. Eleven little

advantage of First Council’s generous Players

surrounding lakes make it the most serene course

Club. Points can be used toward hotel rooms,

I’ve seen. Treat yourself to a deluxe meal next door

concert tickets, and gaming.

at San Remos when your 18 holes are done.

HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO 777 West Cherokee Street Catoosa, OK 74015 (800) 760-6700

RIVER SPIRIT CASINO 8330 Riverside Pkwy Tulsa, OK 74137 (918) 995-8518

What happens at The Joint stays at The Joint.

This illustrious $195 million dollar casino offers

Welcome to 45,000 square feet of awesome and

free live entertainment, impeccable dining options,

the most modern, top-of-the-line light and sound

and the most high-tech machines available. You’ll

systems you’ll find in our fair state. Big screens

always feel good about gambling in this gaming

cradle the entire space to make each concert

palace; the money you enjoy spending here

legendary. Any seat out of 2,700 at The Joint is the

supports education, housing, and assistance

best seat in the house. Heavy hitters like Rascal

to the elderly throughout the Muscogee/Creek

Flatts and Heart are here just for you. Also, sign

Nation. The Poker Room is luxurious and private

language interpretation is available for the hearing

at River Spirit. It even sports its own restaurant

impaired.

so you can dine while you bluff. With a total of

Just submit a request three weeks

before the concert to have it cleared by the artist.

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SAC & FOX CASINO 42008 West Tech Road Shawnee, Oklahoma 74804 (405) 275-4700 Come to Shawnee and receive twenty dollars

SUGAR CREEK CASINO 5304 N Broadway Ave Hinton, OK 73047 (405) 542-2946

of free play if you are a new Players Club member.

If you’re a mixed martial arts junkie, you’d better

It’s good for any machine at any time. Interactive

regularly check the Sugar Creek website for cage

electronic Black Jack is one of the most rewarding

fighting that will astound. On April 21st at 8pm,

temptations here. This casino has doubled from its

the cult favorite David Allan Coe will be singing his

original size and continues expansion. Keep your eye

sweet country standards. Tickets are more than

on this place. With many new projects underway, it

reasonable, starting at $20 and going only up to

seems to be forever building to better heights. With

$35! Sugar Creek wants to give you some extra

ten to thirty dollar match play promotions always in

sugar, so Players Club members get $10 of free

the hopper, this is a bargain opportunity!

play included in the ticket price.

CIMARRON CASINO 821 W Freeman Ave. Perkins, OK 74059 (405) 547-5352 Every Wednesday from 8 am-5 pm nine winners will speed away with $55 (in the form of cash or a gas card) during hourly drawings. All Champions

PARADISE CASINO 7500 Hwy 177 Red Rock, OK 74651 (866) 723-4005 Some things can’t be improved upon and so

Players Club members over 55 years of age get a

should never change.

$10 Match Play. Do not leave without sitting down

Vegas or Atlantic City, you’ve seen Blackjack

to eat at the Cimarron Grille. Featured on the menu

hand-shuffled at its proper best. Mere minutes

are all the items we Okies know and love well:

from Ponca City will lead you to Blackjack mecca

BBQ brisket, biscuits and gravy, and my mouth is

mighty quick. You’ll find the game in its old, high

watering so much I can’t even talk about the fried

style here at Paradise, just the way it should

catfish. The priciest item is a whopping $7.50! The

be done. Stroll in any Tuesday at 3 pm for a

food here is a delicious secret that gets out now!

tournament with a $600 possible payout.

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LUCKYSTAR: THEY’VE GOT YOUR GAME! BY

Angelique Christina

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Mr. and Mrs.

SEFOLOSHA

ARTICLE BY: ANGELIQUE CHRISTINA MODELS: THABO & BERTILLE SEFOLOSHA PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLIFTON ROBERTS STYLING BY: JONATHAN KAYNE MAKEUP BY: JENNIFER MCLAUGHLIN HAIR BY: MALORIE AVALINE CLOTHING PROVIDED BY: PARKWAY MENSWEAR & RUTH MEYERS JEWELRY PROVIDED BY: BC CLARK 32

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I

s Thabo Sefolosha a consummate

Sefolosha: I relate what my parents did to what

master of the game of basketball?

I do in that I put everything into it. I think that’s

A simple “yes” can sufficiently

something my mother taught me early: you may

answer this question without any

not make a lot of money at something, but it’s the

further debate required. However, it

passion that you put into it that matters.

isn’t just the fact that the 6’7 Swiss

guard is a near hardwood virtuoso that makes him

So6ix: From your experience growing up with

exceptional. There are facets that run far deeper

sports in Europe, what differences do you see in

with Sefolosha that surround him with an aura of unpretentious greatness.

the sports here and sports there?

Sefolosha: The difference is that here, when you

I recently sat down with the Oklahoma City

have talent, people tell you that you have talent.

Thunder star to chat about basketball, family, and

There are agents and money involved, and the

life. Here’s what he had to say:

expectations become much higher. I really had

“I LOVE OKLAHOMA CITY! I LOVE THE PEOPLE HERE! I LOVE THE ENERGY THEY HAVE. IT’S A REALLY GREAT PLACE, AND I AM GRATEFUL FOR THE FANS THAT I’VE HAD SINCE I HAVE BEEN HERE.” So6ix: How’s the foot?

no pressure. The only thing that drove me to this point was the love that I had for the game.

Sefolosha: It’s better...it’s good. I’m playing, but it’s a process,” he says, with a laugh.

So6ix: I know that you were a huge Michael Jordan and Bulls fan growing up. Was it like a

So6ix: What’s the biggest difference in playing

dream come true to go straight to the Bulls when

overseas and playing in the U.S.?

you were drafted?

Sefolosha: It’s so different here. Just being in the

Sefolosha: Yes! The first time I walked into the

NBA, playing against the best players every night,

United Center to play and just looked up at the

in front of 20,000 people…It doesn’t get any better

banners and saw number 23 hanging there…it was

than that!

a very special feeling!

So6ix: How did the lockout affect you? Did it help

So6ix: You are known as being quite the family

your play?

man. How do you deal with being on the road so much?

Sefolosha: My role changed. I was a leading scorer in Turkey as opposed to a defensive

Sefolosha: I rely on my wife, and she does a great

player. I think that that helped my overall playing

job with the kids. We talk on the phone, and with the

this year.

technology today, we use Skype, so that I can stay active with what they are doing when I am away.

So6ix: Your parents were both artists. How do you think that that influenced what you do?

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So6ix: Speaking of your wife, tell me a little about

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SOCIETY how you and Bertille met.

learning. The basic message is to let them know what goes on in the streets and keep them away

Sefolosha: We have been together for 9 years. We met in France when she was in school and I was playing basketball. We met kind of by chance. I had cornrows then, and she braided my hair.

from it.

So6ix: Do you want your daughters to grow up and play ball?

So6ix: Tell me a little bit about what Bertille does.

Sefolosha: No…they are young! They have plenty Sefolosha: She is working on her Master’s. Her focus is on International Relations. She works on our charities. Bertille is really, really smart. She knows what she is doing!

So6ix: You and Bertille have a charity in South Africa. Tell me about it.

Sefolosha: It’s through IMBEWU, and it is in the South African township of Mamelodi. It is an afterschool program to help kids stay away from the violence, keep them safe, and keep them

of time to think about what they want to be. If they grow up and want to be something else, then it’s just fine with me.

So6ix: What do you think of Oklahoma City and raising your children here?

Sefolosha: I love Oklahoma City! I love the people here! I love the energy they have. It’s a really great place, and I am grateful for the fans that I’ve had since I have been here.

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GREAT COURSES O F O K! BY

Jacqueline Larocco

BEST GOLF COURSE FOR KIDS:

clubs pride themselves on fantastic clubhouses,

Mohawk Park in Tulsa, Oklahoma is home to

and they should. However, one golf club that

a great youth golf program call The First Tee of

stood out was Southern Hills Country Club in

Tulsa, which is a nonprofit organization that has

Tulsa. They offer fabulous weddings in their

gained thousands of young members and has

clubhouse that go beyond regal. With majestic

been instrumental for the last decade in fostering

lighting and monumental dĂŠcor, Southern Hills

a love for golf. The First Tee of Tulsa regularly visits

Country Club is definitely on the top of our list for

schools and introduces kids to the sport of golf.

the most beautiful clubhouse for hosting parties

Often, kids who would have never thought to play

and special events. Don’t let that fool you though.

golf end up joining and becoming avid golfers.

Their golf course is just as fantastic.

Students ages 8 to 18 are welcome to join.

BEST FOR COLLEGE ALUMNI: The idea for Karsten Creek came from Mike Holder (former OSU golf coach and current OSU MOST LAVISH CLUBHOUSE: This one was tough, as most higher end golf 42

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SOCIETY course was named “best new course” in the

boasts a natural landscape, untouched by the

country in 1994 by Golf Digest.

rigors of progress. That is not to say that they don’t offer a wide variety of amenities and comforts,

MOST CHALLENGING: In 1974, Ernie Vossler and Joe Walser aimed to create the most challenging golf course in the

but at The Territory, they provide a down-to-earth environment where the whole family can relax and enjoy the game of golf.

country. Whether they succeeded is subjective to some extent, but out of their efforts came Oak Tree National. Oak Tree has been ranked in GOLF Magazine’s 100 Greatest Courses. With a USGA rating of 77.1, coupled with Oklahoma’s infamous weather and high winds, Oak Tree undoubtedly offers the best challenge for experienced golfers in the state of Oklahoma.

BEST FOR SOCIALIZING: If you’re looking for a great golf club that provides a friendly atmosphere and caters to other activities, such as tennis and socializing, then The Golf Club of Oklahoma is one of the best MOST “NATURAL” GOLF COURSE:

spots for you. Ranked as one of the top four golf

Getting in touch with Oklahoma’s roots is

courses in Oklahoma by Golf Digest, The Golf

something that The Territory prides itself in.

Club of Oklahoma also offers great amenities

Located in Duncan, Oklahoma, The Territory

for everyone to enjoy. Gather with some friends

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SOCIETY casually by the grill, or plan a formal dinner in the

to Oklahoma’s statehood in 1907. OCGCC has

dining hall. Either way, the food tastes great, and

greatly expanded and improved over the last

the atmosphere is inviting.

century and now offers so much more than golf.

With a private, lush clubhouse and indoor and outdoor tennis courts, OCGCC is the ultimate spot for the true Oklahoma golfer. From lavish weddings, to championship golf tournaments, to “lazying” around by the pool, OCGCC offers a great outing for thousands of families in Oklahoma.

BEST EXECUTIVE OUTING: When you’re looking to take that client out for golf, and you don’t want to wear them out with a five-hour long game or weaken their resolve with a mega-challenging course, then take a look at Cedar Ridge Golf Course. This well-groomed executive course can be played in less than three hours. Beginners will enjoy the ease of a less MOST RELAXING:

challenging course, while experts will enjoy the Hillcrest

par-3 layout.

Country

Club

artfully

combines

the class of tradition with the comforts of contemporary luxury. At Hillcrest, they believe relaxation and dining are key components to enjoying the game of golf, and it doesn’t hurt to add a cocktail or two. Located in Bartlesville, Hillcrest has been a part of Oklahoma since the 1920s, and it has been carrying MOST HISTORICAL: Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club dates back

the same traditions of recreation and refinement ever since.

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S AT I R E

APRIL 2012 BY

Dadhichi Toth

www.astrology.com.au

LEO (JULY 23 - AUGUST 22)

TAURUS (APRIL 20 - MAY 20) Friendships feature strongly throughout March.

With

Neptune

influencing

financial

matters

You’re idealistic, but you must also be realistic

and in particular money which is shared, there

about some of the new people you will meet.

could be some confusion as well as opportunity

You’re impulsive in your romantic affairs due to

surrounding your relationship to others. Mercury

the Moon and Mars. Don’t make your assessments

hints at the solution: make sure your contracts

based on first impressions. You are attractive and

are clear and that you have a good exit strategy if

popular because of Venus.

things don’t work out. After the 22nd, be careful of what you sign or agree to. Mercury in retrograde creates further confusion.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20) With Mars moving through your zone of domestic affairs while the Sun and Neptune transit your

VIRGO (AUGUST 23 - SEPTEMBER 22)

career sector, you are likely to have a conflict of

After the 1st, Venus triggers your desire to travel.

interest and division of loyalties between your

Your itchy feet will certainly find you moving about

family and profession. Many of these issues will

and even possibly planning an overseas trip. The

be activated between the 6th and the 15th. You

Sun transiting your zone of shared resources after

need to assess your priorities carefully this month

16th indicates a greater focus on shared money.

to balance home and work.

You need to gain a greater understanding of money, commerce, and the proper way in which to negotiate.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22) You’re feeling somewhat withdrawn this month,

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 22)

but the difficult aspect of the Moon and Mars at the outset of the month means you’re not able

Issues

to communicate exactly how you’re feeling to

marriage

anyone and may indeed find it difficult to figure

partnerships will take a prominent place on your

out exactly what’s bothering you. Meditation and

agenda this month. You’ll be working through

other forms of self-reflection may help identify

differences of opinion but also planning for a

these issues.

clearer future based on your personal needs.

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surrounding and

long-term

even

commitments,

significant

business

S AT I R E

ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 19) Educational matters feature strongly throughout March. You’ll learn new things and apply yourself to a new course of study.

It’s best to do this before the 12th. Power issues affect you after the 15th, so be careful not to be too secretive as friends may mistrust you.

Work could become overwhelming, as you take on

may take place in your workplace. Try not to “push

too much. Debts and other financial concerns will

the envelope” too far, however, as you may get

need to be dealt with effectively without emotion.

others offside. Being seen to be responsible will take its toll especially if you are not as capable in a task as you are trying to convince others you are.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 21) Venus brings you a mixed bag of social

Do your best, but be honest about your limitations this month.

opportunities but also disagreements as well this month. You’ll be popular with others, and your social agenda gets busier after the 9th. You feel a little inadequate and lacking in self-confidence after the 20th. You may need to brush up on

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18) You could be angry between the 3rd and the 8th.

your skills before entering a super-professional

However, you mustn’t allow others to rile you up

situation. From the 30th, your ambitions will be

because keeping the peace is the best course of

intensified, and it’s best not to be overly confident.

action. Your beliefs will hold you in good stead between the 13th and the 15th. Don’t allow others to persuade you to think otherwise. Contracts, travels, and other exciting events occupy your attention after the 20th. You could again be

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 21)

obsessive after the 26th and must assess where

This should be a fun-filled month, with Mercury

to draw the line on this in order to keep yourself in

entering your zone of entertainment and creativity

a healthy frame of mind.

after the 3rd. However, Mercury moves into its retrograde motion after the 12th, which could throw some of your plans into disarray. Plan carefully and don’t make too many firm commitments until next month. An excellent opportunity for promotion can be seen around the 22nd, but family matters may also distract you somewhat at this time.

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20) This month is powerful as the Sun transits your Sun sign. Get out and show others what you’re capable of. Don’t let family issues bog you down because there could be some moments of emotional blackmail from someone within the

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19)

family. Between the 1st and the 15th you need to

Professional matters once again heat up, and on

focus on yourself and balance your needs with

the 14th, 15th and 17th, some significant events

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OKC MARRIOT BRIDAL FASHION SHOW PHOTOGRAPHY BY

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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN ENERGY MICKEY MANTLE’S PHOTOGRAPHY BY

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APRIL 7

LIVE MUSIC

APRIL 3

ELECTRIC AVENUE STATE FAIR PARK OKC PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC

APRIL 4 DRIVE BAKER STREET OKC PIANIST MARK VOLLERTSEN SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC

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APRIL 6 80’Z ENUF DAN O’BRIENS OKC BIG MOUTH BAKER STREET OKC CHRIS SULLIVAN GREEN COUNTRY CLUB OKC JARED SUTTON TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKC KRISTEN STEHR RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN MATT BLAGG WEST RESTAURANT OKC PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC SAINTS OF STATE TAPWERKS OKC

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100 BONES BAND TAPWERKS OKC DAVID CHAMBERLIN TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKC DYLAN HAMMETT WEST RESTAURANT OKC JIM THE ELEPHANT BAKER STREET OKC PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC REPLAY DAN O’BRIENS OKC SQUADLIVE RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN THE JETSET KINGS RUSSELL’S OKC

APRIL 10 PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC

APRIL 11 ATTICA STATE BAKER STREET OKC PIANIST MARK VOLLERTSEN SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC STARS ROSE STATE COLLEGE OKC

APRIL 12 DANTE & THE HAWKS ROSE STATE COLLEGE OKC MATT BLAGG SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC SOUTH40 COWBOYS OKC

APRIL 13 AVENUE DUO GREENS COUNTRY CLUB OKC

DEREK HARRIS ACOUSTIC NONNA’S OKC DRIVE DAN O’BRIENS OKC DYLAN HAMMETT WEST RESTAURANT OKC PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC SQUADLIVE HALFTIME BAR & GRILL OKC SUPERFREAK OKLAHOMA CITY LIMITS OKC THE SUSPECTS TAPWERKS OKC TRENT TIGER (ACOUSTIC) TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKC

APRIL 14 AVENUE BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKC BANANA SEAT OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL STADIUM OKC BORN IN NOVEMBER DAN O’BRIENS OKC EVIN BRADY TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKC JO DEE MESSINA YUKON FINE ARTS AUDITORIUM YUKON MATT BLAGG WEST RESTAURANT OKC MIX TAPE TAPWERKS OKC PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC

APRIL 17 PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON OKC

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APRIL 21 BIG MOUTH DAN O’BRIENS OKC FULL CIRCLE RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN LEMMA TAPWERKS OKC PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKC SAMANTHA ROSE TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKC STEPHEN SPEAKS RED ROCK OKC SUPERFREAK RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN

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89ERS DAYS CELEBRATION DOWNTOWN GUTHRIE

APRIL 13

APRIL 15

THREE STOOGES LOCKOUT

EUGENIA ZUKERMAN & YOLANDA KONDONASSIS ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM EDMOND

APRIL 20 CHIMPANZEE THINK LIKE A MAN LUCKY ONE

APRIL 27 PIRATES! BAND OF MISFITS 3D SAFE RAVEN FIVE-YEAR ENGAGEMENT

EVENTS

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PRINCESS RUN & LITTLE DUDE DASH DEVON BOATHOUSE OKC LYRIC THEATRE PRESENTS: SPRING AWAKENING LYRIC AT THE PLAZA OKC

APRIL 5 MONTMARTRE CHALK ART FESTIVAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & ARTS OF OKLAHOMA CHICKASHA

APRIL 19 LAND RUN FESTIVAL 2001 N HARPER RD CHOCTAW DAY OF REMEMBRANCE OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL OKC 89ERS DAY DOWNTOWN LEXINGTON

APRIL 20 OKLAHOMA CITY BALLET PRESENTS: THE WIZARD OF OZ CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKC 2012 U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS FOR FLATWATER SPRINT BOATHOUSE DISTRICT OKC STREET ARTINI OKLAHOMA CITY FARMER’S MARKET OKC

APRIL 21

MADE IN OKLAHOMA FESTIVAL MAIN STREET SEMINOLE

89ER DAY PARADE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET NORMAN STILLWATER ARTS FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN STILLWATER WESTERN OAKS SPRING CRAFT SHOW 8100 NW 23RD OKC

APRIL 13

APRIL 22

SOUTHWEST STREET ROD NATIONALS STATE FAIR PARK OKC 2ND FRIDAY CIRCUIT OF ART NORMAN ARTS DISTRICT NORMAN LIVE ON THE PLAZA PLAZA ARTS DISTRICT OKC

KULESHOV-MOGILEVSKY PIANO DUO ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM EDMOND

APRIL 6 FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK PASEO ARTS DISTRICT OKC

APRIL 7

APRIL 14 REDBUD CLASSIC NICHOLS HILLS PLAZA OKC GUTHRIE ART WALK DOWNTOWN GUTHRIE NORMAN GARDEN FESTIVAL CLEVELAND COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS NORMAN

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APRIL 24 FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS SHERIDAN AVE & HUDSON AVE OKC

APRIL 26 TUMBLEWEED CALF FRY TUMBLEWEED DANCE HALL & CONCERT ARENA STILLWATER

APRIL 27 IRON THISTLE SCOTTISH FESTIVAL KIRKPATRICK FAMILY FARM YUKON NORMAN MUSIC FESTIVAL MAIN STREET NORMAN

OKC PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS: WICKED DIVAS CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKC

APRIL 28 REDING FARM WINE TASTING & FINE ARTS FESTIVAL REDING FARM CHICKASHA CRUISE IN & POKER RUN PURCELL CITY LAKE PURCELL SPRING HANDMADE CRAFT SHOW 13300 S WESTERN OKC

APRIL 29 OKLAHOMA CITY MEMORIAL MARATHON 5TH & ROBINSON OKC

SPORTS

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OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS CHICAGO BULLS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKC

APRIL 2 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKC

APRIL 3 OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS HAMILTON BULLDOGS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKC

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APRIL 6 OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS PEORIA RIVERMEN COX CONVENTION CENTER OKC OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS MEMPHIS REDBIRDS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

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OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS CHICAGO WOLVES COX CONVENTION CENTER OKC OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS MEMPHIS REDBIRDS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

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OKLAHOMA CITY ROLLER DERBY DOUBLE HEADER HISTORIC OKLAHOMA CITY FARMERS MARKET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS ALBUQUERQUE ISOTOPES REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

APRIL 9 OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS NASHVILLE SOUNDS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

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OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS ALBUQUERQUE ISOTOPES REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

APRIL 11 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKC OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS NASHVILLE SOUNDS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

APRIL 12 OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS NASHVILLE SOUNDS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

APRIL 27 OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS ROUND ROCK EXPRESS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

APRIL 28 OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS ROUND ROCK EXPRESS REDHAWKS FIELD AT BRICKTOWN OKC

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OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DENVER NUGGETS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKC

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LAUREN RUTLEDGE Lauren Rutledge has been a part of Robert Half Technology since May of 2011. Since joining Robert Half, Lauren has taken the Oklahoma City market for IT professionals by storm. Lauren has developed a passion for helping find new job opportunities for Software Engineers, Web Developers, Programmers, Web Designers, and .Net Developers as well as Infrastructure Professionals.

Before coming to Robert Half, Lauren worked as an internal recruiter for a local corporation where she began her recruiting career. After seeing the opportunity in the technology sector, Lauren made a decision to begin partnering with the local technology community in a mission to help place highly skilled IT candidates with local companies who are in search of these professionals.

Lauren has been an excellent addition to the team at Robert Half Technology. Her coworkers feel that it is professionals like Lauren who help others enjoy coming to work every day. Her company feels that Lauren has been an outstanding performer, and she is an instrumental, positive presence in the Oklahoma City office. In addition, they shared that Lauren is fun to work with as her jovial personality helps to create a pleasant, funfilled environment.

If you are an IT professional with a development or database skill set in .Net, Java, PHP, SQL, MySQL, Oracle, CSS, HTML, Adobe, ActionScript, Flash, or any other development language or tool, contact Laruen Rutledge. She would love to work with you.

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DARIAN JAMES Darian James is a Caribbean native, raised in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. He moved to Oklahoma in the year 2000 to further his education in aeronautical studies where he earned his degree in Quality Control & Nondestructive Testing. Darian has always had a passion for hospitality. As a youth, Darian assisted with his family’s business, a restaurant on St. Thomas. Work in the family restaurant came with a variety of duties and responsibilities, which helped groom him into becoming a master of customer service and guest satisfaction.

When Darian moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2000 to attend Spartan College of Aeronautics, he acquired a job at the Sheraton Hotel working in the Banquet Department. Darian was quickly promoted to Director of Events, and he credits his experience and knowledge to managing and executing events in his family’s restaurant back home. After working as the Director of Events at the Sheraton Hotel in Tulsa for 5 years, Darian received a job at the Sheraton hotel in Oklahoma City as the Director of Events, where he remained until May of 2011. Darian felt a strong loyalty for Sheraton Hotels and believes his 11 years of service there helped him to learn more about service and event planning and to fall more in love with the joy of hospitality.

Darian now works for Williams and Associates as the Sales and Catering Manager where he sells, coordinates, and executes events for the Colcord Hotel and the 50th floor of the Devon Energy Center Tower.

He went from executing the events to selling the event space for the tallest building in our state, and he feels “so privileged for the opportunity.” Since moving to Oklahoma City, Darian joined Alliance of Emerging Professionals (AEP) where he served as the Social Chair to plan, organize, and oversee the monthly social events for the group. Darian was recently elected as the Chairman for AEP, and along with the board, he brings young professionals together to lead by example, cultivate a passion, and champion a cause. Darian was awarded manager of the year for 2012 from Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association for the state of Oklahoma.

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