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SPECIAL WEDDING & BRIDAL ISSUE GIFTS FOR GROOMSMEN, GIFTS FOR HIM Article By JARRETT FRANKLIN P. 20

GREAT BRIDESMAID GIFTS FOR YOUR TOP GIRLS

Article By Beth Ann Mock P. 18

WEDDING CHECKLIST Article By Jacquiline Larocco P. 24

THE NEW BLUSHING BRIDE

Article By Brittany Newton P. 40

To Have And To Hold Photography By Clifton Roberts P. 32

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INSIDE

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

• STANDING OUT

IN A PINTEREST by Jacqueline Larocco

WEDDING WORLD

• GREAT BRIDESMAID GIFTS FOR YOUR by Beth Ann Mock

TOP GIRLS

• GIFTS FOR GROOMSMEN,

• ALWAYS CATERING TO YOU

• WEDDING CHECKLIST

• PEOPLE MAKE THE PARTY

• TO HAVE AND TO HOLD

GIFTS FOR by Jarrett Franklin

HIM

by Beth Ann Mock

by Jacqueline Larocco

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by John David Stinson

A FASHION PICTORIAL

photography by Clifton Roberts

• THE NEW BLUSHING BRIDE

• HOROSCOPES

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L E T T E R F R O M T H E S TA F F It's February and with February comes

your life, whether you are single, engaged,

romance with pink and red hearts bombarding

dating or know someone who is engaged.

every store. It is no wonder that February is

Despite these differences, there is a very good

the most popular month for engagements. The

chance the information inside will help you in

following pages have helpful information that will

some way or another.

make the journey to the aisle that much easier. A

The staff at So6ix want to insure that the big

wedding day can be more stressful than it needs

day is as perfect as you (or your friend) have

to be, there is so much to be done and time can

dreamed your entire life. Take this information

go by very quickly. The decisions start with the

and keep it with you, use

date and range from what color the candles

it as a reference or just a

should be to how to thank those who have made

starting point. Good Luck

your day special.

and Happy Valentine's

Not only do we have helpful information, but we have focused on local vendors for our Oklahoma City brides. The Wedding Issue of So6ix Magazine may find you at any point of

Day from the staff at So6ix Magazine.

Clifton Roberts

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STANDING OUT IN A

WEDDING WORLD

Jacqueline Larocco With websites like Pinterest, Etsy and Instagram, it can be hard to have an original and unique wedding. There are so many creative ideas for weddings and receptions. Although it seems as soon as you find one that sticks out, everyone is already doing it and posting it online. So how can you make your wedding special and personalized just for you?

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SUCCESS

DESIGN A PERSONAL LOGO Sit down with your fiancé and design a logo fitting your theme and personalities. For instance if you and your future hubby are motorcycle enthusiasts, consider incorporating those features into invitations, napkins, centerpieces and cake.

WALK TO YOUR OWN BEAT Who says you have to march down the aisle to “Here Comes the Bride”? Pick a song that brings back a memory for you and your fiancé. Just make sure to choose a different song for your first dance so that each one can be special.

NAME YOUR RECEPTION TABLES At your reception give each table a different

PICK A CLOSE MUSICIAN

name and place a card explaining how the name

Can anyone in your family play an instrument?

is significant to you and your fiancé. For example,

Use them for either your ceremony or reception.

name a table after the location where the proposal

It can add a personal touch and include family

took place then write a short recap of the event.

members who may not have otherwise been a part of the wedding.

GUEST BOOK CARDS Place a glass bowl with small blank cards

DON’T TOSS THE BOUQUET

and pens at each table. Guests can write their

Instead of singling out the singles, give the

favorite memory or anecdote about you or your

bouquet to the couple at the reception who’s

fiancé. Place them in a scrapbook and you have

been married the longest. Speak to them before

a personalized guest book that you can actually

the wedding about possibly making a speech with

enjoy reading again.

some words of wisdom.

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SUCCESS The winner could receive a prize, like taking home a centerpiece or a special dessert.

CHILDHOOD PHOTOS Incorporate photos of you and your fiancĂŠ as children on the tables. They can be part of the centerpieces or simply placed in small frames and set on the table. PHOTO SHOOT/BOOTH Set up a photo spot for guests to take funny pictures. TRIVIA NIGHT Have a close friend or relative host a trivia game based on facts about you and your fiancĂŠ.

Then make wallet-sized copies to send out with your thank you cards to each person.

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GREAT

BRIDESMAID GIFTS FOR YOUR

TOP

GIRLS BY

Beth Ann Mock

You've asked your top girls to share in the big day. They have gone to fittings, tastings, flower shops and venue after venue. After all they have done for you it is the least you can do to get them a gift they can cherish and use.

Preserve this day with a canvas tote. This 12 x 17 bag comes with Joy, Love, Forever and Bliss printed on one side, but you are encouraged to customize the printing to include the names of your maids, the date or anything else your heart desires. A large gift tag is attached that reads â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Welcome to Our Wedding.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Most places can

also do them in your wedding colors. At around fifteen dollars each, this tote is a steal from myweddingfavors.com.

A frame is a great way to thank your maids for creating new memories on your wedding day. 8 x To save your girls from having to decide, buy

10, the frame holds a 4 x 6 photograph. Available

each of them necklaces and earrings to wear

in a variety of colors including peach, purple,

during the ceremony. This is a win for all sides.

honeysuckle and pink, you can personalize the

You will be able to prevent individuals styles

frame with two lines of text up to ten characters

intruding (and distracting) and the girls will have

each. This memento is a perfect choice at around

new jewelry!

thirty dollars from myweddingfavors.com.

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For something a little classy, get each bridesmaid a wine glass. You can dip the bottom in The circular shape of this leather manicure

chalkboard paint and write each

set boasts a snap enclosure to ensure that your

girl's name on their glass. This

girls donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t nick their newly painted nails. Made of

gift will be perfect for the ladies

genuine Scottish leather, this case will last forever.

to use while drinking wedding-

With a double ending grooming tool, clippers for

brunch mimosas. You can find

cuticles and nails, emery board and tweezers,

a variety of wine glass sets at

your girls can find whatever they may need. You

wineenthusiast.com.

Beth Ann Mock

can emboss the case with your maids initials. Well worth the price of fifty dollars, this functional yet sentimental gift is available at graciousbridal.com.

Engrave the date, a bridesmaidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name or any other personal statement you on the glass top of this ornate keepsake jewelry box. All sides are vintage-inspired glass and the trim is luscious pewter. With a top hinge lid and a heart shaped charm, this box will house treasures for your friend just as she made your wedding party a treasure chest of memories. Buy these for a mere thirty five dollars apiece at personalizationmall.com. so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

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GIFTS FOR GROOMSMEN, GIFTS FOR HIM BY

Jarrett Franklin Corter Bottlehook is the perfect keychain/hook. Discreet enough to not be noticed as a bottle opener on your keys and versatile enough to pull double duty as a hook. The Bottlehook comes in copper, aged pewter, red, black and even a limited edition camouflage powder coat. These are sure to impress. You can find this gift at corterleather. bigcartel.com.

PERSONALIZED BOTTLE OPENER $30.00 This heavy duty, hand-forged bottle opener shows off a decorative copper wrap on the handle. I love the mix of iron and copper's natural colors. The perfect gift for your buddies, grooms, groomsmen or best man. This bottle opener has just enough class and utility to be a treasured item for years to come. To learn more about the personalized opener go to etsy.com.

BRASS SPLIT PEA LIGHTER $13.25 Lighters have long been a popular groomsmen gift. I think this is a great alternative to the old fashioned silver Zippo stand by. This small brass CORTER LEATHER AND CLOTH BOTTLEHOOK $36.50 Carrying on with our bottle opener theme, the 20

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lighter fits on your key ring, and is sure to become a personal favorite. Take a look at these unique lighters at countycomm.com/brasslighter.

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HARDCORE HAMMERS HATCHET $45.00 No man has ever been disappointed about being given a hatchet. Whether they will use it to chop campfire, or just as a conversation piece in the office, this gift is sure to be enjoyed. This product is 100 percent American made, from the forging to the American Hickory handles, VEGETABLE TANNED 6OZ FLASK $40.00

so each one is a unique piece. Found at shophardcorehammers.com.

Another long-standing favorite for groomsmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift is the flask. The classic, thick, vegetable tanned leather has been hand cut then hand sewn to hold a heavy-duty six ounce stainless steel flask. The leather will darken and age with use. This gift will surely become a treasured part of any manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection, take a look at etsy.com.

CASE CUTLERY JR. POCKET KNIFE $26.99 Pocketknives are often given as groomsman gifts. Skip the shiny monogrammed, no name knives that no one will ever actually use, and go with one from Case. This knife is classic styling with a no nonsense single blade design. It is also slim enough to fit in the pocket on your favorite jeans. Check out the knives at amazon.com. so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

ALWAYS CATERING TO YOU BY

Beth Ann Mock

Relax and enjoy your special event, whatever

offer three milk options, nine gourmet flavorings,

it may be, and let the metro’s best hospitality

assorted loose leaf teas, chai lattes, apple

experts take the helm. We have found Oklahoma

cider and hot chocolate. There is something for

City’s best caterers just for you.

everyone. All Evoke needs is a place to plug in and some coffee drinkers! Call up Cafe Evoke or go their website www.cafeevoke.com/catering to get started.

CAFE EVOKE 103 SOUTH BROADWAY EDMOND, OK 73034 405.285.1522 A great, unique idea to bring to your wedding is catered coffee. Cafe Evoke's catering service "Evoke Mobile" will bring freshly brewed, delicious coffee to your venue. The coffee catering services 22

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DEEP FORK GRILL 5418 N. WESTERN AVENUE 405.848.7678 This long time Oklahoma City favorite for fine

SOCIETY dining provides the most flexible catering we’ve

served. Call the dedicated staff on N. Portland or

found around town. Deep Fork has servers and

e-mail them and download an event request form

bartenders for any size event. Deep Fork can give

at contactus@auntpittypatscatering.com.

you the best cash bar or host bar in the metro. With one of the best wine lists in the city, Deep Fork will fulfill your every need from 50 to 500 people. Deep Fork Grill has an exhaustive listing of catering menus. From appetizers to desserts, you won't run out of choices. The staff at Deep Fork Grill is thrilled to provide you with bartenders, flower arrangements, ice sculptures and valet services. Call Amy Gilson at 405-412-1822 to start planning your event today.

WILL ROGERS 4322 N WESTERN AVENUE 405. 604.3015 Not too many of us are old enough to remember the old Will Rogers Theatre on Western Avenue as an actual movie theater, but it is now one of the best event venues in Oklahoma City. With its massive dance floor that used to be the old movie screen, this place is perfect for any large gathering. AUNT PITTYPAT’S CATERING 1515 N. PORTLAND 405.942.4000

The Will Rogers Theatre seats over 300, has an elevated stage above its huge dance floor. Ample

For over 20 years, Aunt Pittypats Catering

free parking and caters to any location you’d like.

has been the local gold standard. Specializing

Ice-carving, a full staff of smartly dressed servers,

in formal weddings, black tie galas and cocktail

expert bartenders and a menu from the Western

parties. Pittypats has you covered from box lunch

Concepts family of restaurants from Sushi to

events to the swankiest affair imaginable. Flowers,

Robata to gourmet new American haute cuisine

linens and musical acts for every occasion are

and old school French country cooking from Kurt

no match for your Aunt Pittypat. The stand-up

Kurt

cocktail party is one of many areas in which your

Room await you. Don’t fret: All

Aunt Pitty really shines. A line of first-class hors-

of these options can come to you

d'oeuvres and drinks will always run seamlessly

at any location you choose. Just

with this caterer. There will never be crowding,

call, tell Western Concepts what

only perfection. Pittypat strives to insure that your

you imagine at your location and

guests never feel they are waiting in a line to be

they’ll make it real for you.

Fleischfresser’s

Tasting

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WEDDING CHECKLIST BY

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Jacqueline Larocco

SELF-HELP among other crucial details.

CREATING THE BUDGET: Before you can start strutting around in beautiful

white

dresses

and

taste-testing

luxurious cakes, you must sit down and set

CONSIDER HIRING A WEDDING PLANNER:

a budget. Unless you are the Duchess of

While wedding planners can add a bit to

Cambridge, you will have a limit to how much

the budget, they really take a big weight off

you can spend on your big day. Just make sure

of the bride. With so much to keep track of—

to leave yourself “splurge” cushion.

appointments, finances, vendors, and so on—it helps to have a professional who can help to keep track of it all, meaning a less stressful wedding.

SETTING THE DATE: No matter how indecisive you are, the bottom line is you will have to set a date before you can start any other planning. You can’t book a caterer if you don’t know when you’ll need them!

GIFT REGISTRY: Register for gifts early. This way it can be finished and out of the way before any engagement parties or other wedding-related gatherings. You can always add more to it later.

MAKE THE GUEST LIST:

START DRESS SHOPPING:

The number of guests will determine how much

What they say is true. It is all about the dress.

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SELF-HELP and allow extra time for alterations and special orders, just in case.

BOOK HAIRSTYLIST AND MAKEUP ARTIST: Depending on the date of your wedding, local makeup and hairstylists could be booked. If your wedding is in June, chances are the best professionals have already been snatched up. DRESS YOUR BRIDAL PARTY: Like the wedding dress, you want to allow extra

Schedule them in advance and call to confirm a couple weeks before.

time for alterations for your bridesmaids. However, do this on a separate occasion from picking out your own dress. The focus needs to be on you when finding your dress.

MEET WITH THE OFFICIATE: Whether you are getting married in a family ORDER INVITATIONS:

church or on a beach in Jamaica, you will need

You will want to mail out invites roughly three

someone to perform the ceremony. Again,

months before the wedding. Be sure to order

depending on when you have booked your

invites early enough to proofread before sending

wedding, different officiates will be busy certain

them out.

times of the year.

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PLAN YOUR HONEYMOON! Keep in mind how long your wedding is going to last and how busy travel season can be. If your wedding is scheduled for six p.m., don’t plan to be on a flight to your honeymoon by midnight.

HERE’S A MORE COMPREHENSIVE CHECKLIST TO KEEP TRACK OF THINGS: ❑❑ Book the rehearsal and rehearsal-dinner venues. ❑❑ Select and order the cake. ❑❑ Book a florist. ❑❑ Choose your music. ❑❑ Finalize the menu and flowers. ❑❑ Decide who’s going to give toasts. ❑❑ Purchase the rings. ❑❑ Meet with the photographer. ❑❑ Submit the wedding announcement to the newspaper. ❑❑ Plan the bachelorette party. ❑❑ Get your marriage license. ❑❑ Purchase bridesmaids gifts. ❑❑ Set aside checks for the vendors.

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PEOPLE MAKE THE PARTY BY

John David Stinson

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SELF-HELP Events, parties, weddings, galas and intimate gatherings

all

require

one

very

important

common denominator: people. People make the

you’re planning, remember that at the heart of it; it is a party! And as I said above, people absolutely make the party.

party. This is my informative line to every client

When planning an event, I know that my

and friend, before the party, during the party, and

vendors can make or break the vision I set out

again, afterward.

to bring to life. Utilizing professional, certified vendors is one of the smartest decisions any planner can make. Use vendors who come highly recommended. When you hire a professional who is certified, accredited, or otherwise referred, you are setting yourself up for success. These business people will show up on time, they will provide the actual products you’ve requested and your bill will accurately reflect what you originally intended to spend. Hiring professionals is a necessary investment, which you should place at the top of your list.

When you think it is party time, or rather, when you know it is wedding time, begin with the guest list. The guest list, which begins as names of loved ones, turns into a numbers game. The number you derive from your guest list will be tied to every single party expense (save your get-away car and honeymoon if it's a wedding). The cost of your catering bill, staffing, any rental items, tables, chairs, entertainment and every single detail you add to the plan will be determined by this guest list number. In turn, this will let you know how gently or with what aggression, this soiree is going to hit your pocket book. A great inspiration and mentor of mine is quoted as saying, “Over-plan, over-anticipate, then enjoy

In the beginning stages, the top five needs you

the party!”. I love this method of event planning,

should strive to check off your list will be setting

and I believe in it wholeheartedly. Whatever it is

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SELF-HELP florist, booking your caterer and nailing down your guest list. Work on these items first to ensure you are headed in the right direction. Laying a foundation for a solid event will relieve a ton of undue stress, which could otherwise distract a lovely host or hostess from performing the most important duty of all, entertaining. Welcome your guests with open arms as they arrive, fill their empty fists with their drink of choice quicker than they can order it, introduce them and lead by example - mingling and making merry, then beg them to stay just a bit longer as they say their good-byes. These are the marks of a seasoned host or hostess. Eat, drink, and be merry!

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To Have And To Hold

GQ FASHIONS: TIE BY: IMANI UOMO SUITS AND PANTS BY: TALLIA SHIRTS BY: MARQUIS MEG GUESS: BRIDES DRESS BY: JIM HJELM FLOWER BY: LYNN LUGO BRIDESMAIDS DRESS BY: TONY BOWLS 32

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLIFTON ROBERTS STYLING BY: BRITTANY NEWTON MODELS: CHRISTIAN STRAWN, JENNIFER BERNICH, LAUREN BELTRAN, NATE GOODWIN, TRAVIS LOAFMAN, VICTORIA JAMESON HAIR AND MAKEUP BY: ALEX FORD CLOTHING PROVIDED BY: MEG GUESS COUTURE & GQ FASHIONS JEWELRY PROVIDED BY: MEG GUESS COUTURE FLOWERS PROVIDED BY: MADELINE'S FLOWERS SHOT ON LOCATION AT: WILL ROGERS THEATRE AND THE TASTING ROOM so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

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STYLE

THE NEW BLUSHING BRIDE BY

Brittany Newton With weddings as the inspiration for this month’s fashion article—I looked to the most surprising and buzzed about celebrity wedding in the last 6 months. The nuptials took place on a beach in Southern Italy at an undisclosed location. The groom sang the bride an original song and the bride wore Giambattista Valli. This secretive celebrity wedding was that of Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake. After the initial grieving of the fact that Justin will in fact never bump into me at a coffee shop and fall in love with me, I realized as well as the rest of the world—the bride was not in white!

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STYLE Biel donned an extravagant custom made

pink is too bold for you- how about a colored

gown in a beautiful shade of pink. She originally

sash? One thing to remember about trends is

was interested in the traditional white but once

less is more. I would advise to stay away from

the designer showed her this perfect shade of

patterned gowns, lime green gowns, and save

blush, she changed her mind.

the sequins for your honeymoon. Let your

Now, Biel might be the most recent to buck

personality and sparkling eyes over power your

tradition and go for an off- color dress, but she

dress. This wedding is about you, your love and

definitely hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been the first. Here are a few

the commitment to your soulmate.

other celebrities who have chosen dresses that imply please tickle me pink; Anne Hathaway in subtle pink Valentino in 2012, Reese Witherspoon in 2011 and Gwen Stefani, always the trend setter, chose an ombre blush gown in 2002. The white gown has always symbolized the purity of a new bride and her unattainability by anyone besides the anticipating groom. This is just in western culture, many cultures use a variety of colors to signify a bride-to-be. Many brides today are taking notes from these traditions and mixing them in with their own. The unchanging of the bridal silhouette is something that will stay timeless. She exposes her collar bone, bares or has minimal coverage on arms, wears a boned and structured bodice, with a large flouncy skirt. In bridal gowns we want layers of fabric, different textures, beading, lace, ruffles on ruffles, and maybe a two foot long train. A bride wants to feel special on her day, and the dress should show that. She loves one of a kinds and handmade additions. Spring is all about new beginnings, let your style identity blossom. Include this mantra when picking out wedding gowns. If you think the pale so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

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FEBRUARY 2013 BY

Dadhichi Toth

www.astrology.com.au

areas. It's a good time of the year to begin your exercise regime and get as healthy as possible.

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20) Some unexpected good fortune in your finances can be a trigger for new business activities. With Jupiter transiting your zone of domestic activities there may be some tie in with real estate or speculations of this nature. Be careful of your expenditure this month as the Sun and Mercury move through your zone of unbridled spending. Meditation and spiritual activities seem to be part of your growth process just now and between the 8th and the 15th you may find yourself actively engaged in working on your inner Self.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20) Mars activates your career sector today that Neptune also means that you are a little confused about how to best proceed. Trust your instincts. You may have to change your work schedule between the 3rd and the 5th. You can also make sure that your health is up to par so you can deal with some of the responsibilities that will come your way. Venus is, however, lucky for travel and other cultural or educational pursuits. New opportunities arise after the eighth. Be aware enough to take advantage of them.

ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 19) You are idealistic about finances and after the 4th you may have a brainstorm about some new business ideas that you wish to implement. You are at odds with your colleagues after the 7th but things smooth over by the 19th. Be careful not to push yourself too hard this month as the difficult aspects between the Sun and Mars could indicate mishaps or problems physically.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22) Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow money to get in the road of good relationships this month. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be focused on joint finances, other banking issues, but more importantly debts. Who has spent the most money could become a key issue. The new Moon of the 10th triggers a new approach to money and could be the start of better things financially.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 - MAY 20) You have a tremendous amount of willpower to achieve anything you put your mind to. You may be very pushy around the 19th, so be careful not to rush around too much as you could be accident prone. Direct those energies into useful and constructive

LEO (JULY 23 - AUGUST 22) The new Moon in your marriage and public affairs zone indicates some new developments in this area of your life. In the second week of February, you have the chance to turn things around and do things your way. Don't be afraid to step up to the

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AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18) With the Sun in your Sun sign, you can feel energized and very physically motivated as Venus enters your Aquarium sun sign on the 2nd; this should also indicate a month your social instincts will be at their peak. Be mindful of problems, financially, after the 5th when Mars and Neptune create some confusion in this department of your life. The position of Saturn in your career zone indicates some rather intense responsibilities that you may need to work through. plate and make your feelings known. After the 17th you will experience an uplift in your professional affairs as well. Profits are also strong during the period of the 20th onwards.

VIRGO (AUGUST 23 - SEPTEMBER 22) You are confused about relationships on every front this month and Mars and Neptune indicate your focus is on keeping your love real. It can be difficult to sift out what is real from what is imaginary. People will be giving mixed signals and you'll kick yourself when you can't quite understand or relate to what is going on. Some new regime or schedule may need to underpin your relationships this month. Try to develop your own skills and not be too reliant on other people.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 22) The new Moon in your zone of love affairs is telling a tale of the excitement and possibly new relationships that begin during this month. A new romance may occur sometime around the 10th or a little after. If you happen to be in a relationship then this could be a great omen for an improvement in your current relationship and a resolution of some problems that have been ongoing. Some of your financial concerns should now be lifting.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 21) The focus this month is on home life, communications with family members and

modifying your living space to some extent. With the Moon transiting your zone of sequence and private affairs, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than likely you will want to spend more time alone rather than socializing with too many people. The Moon and Uranus combination heralds some sudden shift in your attitudes towards work. It could be an opportunity to start something new on the professional front.

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 21) You have plenty of opportunities to socialize this month and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be unnamed by that which is unusual. Between the 2nd and the 6th you may find your social interactions more of a distraction from troubles on the home front because Mars ruffles your feathers in your domestic sphere. You will need to keep a cool head. Communications do well with Venus activating a more diplomatic style and an interest in culture, beauty and artistic aspects of life. Be careful after the 25th when tempers flare up again.

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19) Money could be a problem this month if you are not clear in determining the way you want negotiations to be conducted. You will spend a lot even though you earn quite a lot as well. You will feel emotional about your work and by the 15th may have to make some choices between profession and family responsibilities. After the 19th health matters may be spotlighted. so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

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FEBRUARY 21 JAMEY JOHNSON CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 22

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FEBRUARY 1 BOB SCHNEIDER CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA MILKDRIVE BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 2

NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 23 JD MCPHERSON CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 24

BROCK MCGUIRE BAND BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

SHANNON MCNALLY, AMY LAVERE & WILL SEXTON BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

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FEBRUARY 5

FEBRUARY 28

G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 7 SAVOY CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA KEVIN WELCH BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 9

BILL MAHER BRADY THEATER TULSA JONATHAN TYLER & THE NORTHER LIGHTS CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 13 THE USED CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA

FEBRUARY 14 LOTUS DIAMOND BALLROOM OKLAHOMA CITY ELI YOUNG BAND BRADY THEATER TULSA

FEBRUARY 15 THE XX CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA GREG TROOPER BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 16

HAYES CARL CAIN'S BALLROOM TULSA SAMANTHA CRAIN WITH PARKER MILLSAP BLUE DOOR OKLAHOMA CITY

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FEBRUARY 1

HOSTY DUO BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY MODERN ROCK DIARIES KAMP'S LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY RYAN REID BAND CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY KYLE REID JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY NATE LAUGHLIN GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY M.I.C. DAN O'BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & ELSPETH BROWN SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY DANTE & THE HAWKS TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY DEREK HARRIS ACOUSTIC TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

NICNOS WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 2

JASON YOUNG BAND CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY CARL MOORE JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY 2AM BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY DYLAN STEWART GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY LEE MULLEN BAND RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN STARS ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY SUPERFREAK DAN O'BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY MORRIS MCCANN TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY LOWER 40 WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 3 NICNOS WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 4 NICNOS WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 5

GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 6

PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY NICNOS WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 7

MANDY BRIXEY AND KELL MILLER JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY BLAKE LANKFORD GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY

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STARS BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY COVER ME BADD REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 8

STEREODECK CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY MAE JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY EQUILIBRIUM BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY JOE MACK GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY SOULED OUT UCO JAZZ LAB EDMOND AVENUE ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY GROOVE MERCHANTS DAN O'BRIEN'S OKLAHOMA CITY NICNOS END ZONE OKLAHOMA CITY STAT BAND RUSSELL'S OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & ELSPETH BROWN SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY 100 BONES BAND TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY TRENT TIGER ACOUSTIC TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY LOWER 40 WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 9

WURLY BIRDS W/HONEYLARK & FEATHERED RABBIT KAMP'S LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY SIMPLETON CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY DUSTIN PRINZ JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY LOWER 40 BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY

HONKY TONK STEP CHILD AND THE STOCKYARD PLAYBOYS GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN CHIPS AND ALE'S NORMAN M.I.C. ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY ELECTRIC AVENUE DAN O'BRIEN'S OKLAHOMA CITY NICNOS JJ'S SALOON OKLAHOMA CITY AGUILAR TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 13

DANTE & THE HAWKS BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 14

JUSTIN WHITTE JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY DAVE BROYLES GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY THE WEATHERMEN BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY NICNOS WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 15

TWEEZER BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY MAE JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY SUEDE PANTHER CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY COLOURMUSIC, BRONCHO, RIOT BEAR KAMP'S LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY MEANDERING ORANGE GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN URBAN ADDICTION ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY

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STARS DAN O'BRIEN'S OKLAHOMA CITY LOWER 40 JJ'S SALOON OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & ELSPETH BROWN SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY WADE TOWER SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY IROCK TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN DUO TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 16

DIELECTRIC CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY RICK JAWNSUN JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY PASEO STREET WALKERS W/THE SUN THE MOON THE EARTH BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY SHOTGUN ROOSTER GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY DRIVE ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY 2AM BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE RUSSELL'S OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN BAND TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY BEN BROCK LIVE TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 19 GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 20

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JOHNNY POLYGON KAMP'S LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY BLAKE LANKFORN JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY JUSTIN WHITTE GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY DRIVE BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 22

ATTICA STATE CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY MAE JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY BELLEVUE AND SILVER BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY JAIME LOU DUO GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY BANANA SEAT ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY SUPERFREAK BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY SQUADLIVE DAN O'BRIEN'S OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & ELSPETH SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY BEN BROCK LIVE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY BRANDON JACKSON TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY LOWER 40 WHISKEY CHICKS OKLAHOMA CITY

SUPERFREAK RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN ELECTRIC AVENUE ANGLES OKLAHOMA CITY THE SELLOUTS DAN O'BRIEN'S OKLAHOMA CITY URBAN ADDICTION RUSSELL'S OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY MIX TAPE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY CUTTER ELLIOT TOBY KEITH'S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 26 GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 27

80'Z ENUF BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 28 STEVEN STREETMAN JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY JOEL WILSON GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY REPLAY BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLAR SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

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LYRIC THEATRE PRESENTS “SOME ENCHANTED EVENING” PLAZA THEATRE OKLAHOMA CITY FIRST FRIDAY SHAWNEE MAIN ST SHAWNEE OKLAHOMA TACKLE & HUNTING SHOW OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK PASEO ARTS DISTRICT OKLAHOMA CITY

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OKC PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS: MOTION & EMOTION CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL NCED/POSTAL TRAINING CENTER NORMAN

FEBRUARY 8

2ND FRIDAY CIRCUIT OF ART NORMAN ARTS DISTRICT NORMAN AFFAIR OF THE HEART STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY LIVE ON THE PLAZA NW 16TH BETWEEN CLASSEN & PENN AVE OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 9

FEBRUARY 23 THE MOJO MEN BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY ANGELICAL TEARS CITYWALK 54 OKLAHOMA CITY DUSTIN PRINZ JAZMOZ BOURBON ST. OKLAHOMA CITY YESTERDAY'S WINE GRANDAD'S OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 14

MOVIES

FEBRUARY 1

WARM BODIES STAND UP GUYS GIRLS AGAINST BOYS

FEBRUARY 8

IDENTITY THEFT FEBRUARY 13 BEAUTIFUL CREATURES

OKLAHOMA CITY BALLET PRESENTS: “PARIS ROUGE” CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY NORMAN MARDI GRAS PARADE DOWNTOWN NORMAN CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS PRESENTS “100 YEARS OF BROADWAY” CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 10

BRIDAL LIFESTYLE WEDDING SHOWCASE SHERATON HOTEL DOWNTOWN OKLAHOMA CITY

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G&S PROMOTIONS GUN & KNIFE SHOW HEART OF OKLAHOMA EXPO CENTER SHAWNEE MONSTER JAM CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 17

ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM PRESENTS: BAND OF SCOTS GUARDS & THE BLACK WATCH ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM EDMOND CHILI BIKE LAKE MCMURTRY STILLWATER PERFECT WEDDING SHOW TULSA HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

FEBRUARY 22

OKC PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS: COLE PORTER SONGBOOK CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY LEAKE COLLECTOR CAR SHOW & AUCTION COX PAVILLION OKLAHOMA STATE FAIRGROUNDS OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 24

PERFECT WEDDING GUIDE BRIDAL SHOW FARMERS MARKET BALLROOM OKLAHOMA CITY THE BALL & CHAIN EVENT PLAZA DISTRICT OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 28

ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM PRESENTS: CHINA NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM EDMOND

SPORTS

FEBRUARY 1

OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS. CHARLOTTE CHECKERS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 2

OU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. KANSAS STATE LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN

OSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. BAYLOR GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER FEBRUARY 4 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. DALLAS MAVERICKS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY FEBRUARY 5 OSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. TCU GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER FEBRUARY 6 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY OSU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. BAYLOR GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER FEBRUARY 8 OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS. GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. PHOENIX SUNS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY FEBRUARY 9 OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS. GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY OU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. KANSAS LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY FEBRUARY 10 OU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. OKLAHOMA STATE LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN FEBRUARY 11 OU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN FEBRUARY 14 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. MIAMI HEAT CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY OU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. IOWA STATE LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN FEBRUARY 16 OSU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. OU GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER

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FEBRUARY 20 OU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. KANSAS STATE LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN OSU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. KANSAS GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER

FEBRUARY 22 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS. HOUSTON AEROS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY OU WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS VS. UCLA LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN

FEBRUARY 23 OU MEN'S BASKETBALL VS. BAYLOR LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN OSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. OU GALLAGHER-IBA ARENA STILLWATER

FEBRUARY 24 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. CHICAGO BULLS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 25 OU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL VS. BAYLOR LLYOD NOBLE CENTER NORMAN

FEBRUARY 26 OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS. TEXAS STARS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY WWE: SMACKDOWN CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY

FEBRUARY 27 OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS. NEW ORLEANS HORNETS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY

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ALLIE FLIESCHFRESSER Allie Flieschfresser was born in Phoenix, Ariz. Although she dreamed of being a ballerina as a child she has become the event coordinator for Western Concepts Restaurant Group. Her life has taken her in a different direction that could be traced back to her upbringing. "Growing up in the restaurant industry has made this job easy and fun for me," said Flieschfresser. "I think if I was raised differently I wouldn't be doing this right now." Flieschfresser truly enjoys her work, even though she has learned about the stress that comes with planning large events, such as weddings. "When the time comes, I am eloping!" said Flieschfresser. "I've also learned in dealing with people, but most people are really easy and fun to work with." Flieschfresser has many positives about her job, particularly when everything comes together for a bride. "What I enjoy most about my job, is that I get to plan parties for the special events in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives," said Flieschfresser. "It really is a great seeing the look on the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face when they walk into a big surprise party, or seeing a bride on her special day." 60

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PAUL RUDNICKI Paul Rudnicki is the owner of the Sandy Beaches Tanning Salons. His involvement in the tanning industry began in 1999 while attending

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Rudnicki managed the Sandy Beaches salons on the OU campus. After graduating with an Economics Degree, he purchased the salon. Understanding the budgetary needs of college students, Rudnicki offers affordable tanning memberships with no contracts at all of his metro locations. The number of locations has grown to four: two in Norman, one in Northwest Oklahoma City and one in Midwest City. In 2009, Rudnicki opened Rock Paper Scissor Hair and Nail Studio across the street from the University of Oklahoma dormitories and Greek housing. He also developed and is in charge of SEO ranking for the www.OKCMetroLiving.com Real Estate website, Founder/Worked with the Men's Association of Norman and is an active volunteer for the Cavett Kids Foundation. so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2013

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