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TulsaPeople sits down with former Tulsa mayor Bill LaFortune, 10 years after the passing of Vision 2025 under his leadership.

Superstar’s charisma comes from his honest approach to life.

Forget East or West, these musicians say home is best.

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13 A sanctuary of sound Church Studio is a hallowed site for the Tulsa music scene. 16 Passions Bill Eaton’s record collection is so large, it has its own address. 18 What it’s like Corey White pursues his dream as a singer-songwriter. 20 Storefront The Vinyl Countdown capitalizes on the comeback of records. 22 Roots Steve Goldberg finds success in California and Colorado in the bar and restaurant business. 24 Artists in residence Father/son piano duo Donald and Barron Ryan 26 The way we were The Mabee Center marks 40 years of memories. 28 Locker room Meet Jenks’ head football coach Allan Trimble. 30 On the verge More than magic 34 Legends Oklahoma’s music man Jim Halsey 36 At large Dumb, dumber, dumberer and dumberest.

91 Fashion rocks Tulsa musician Fiawna Forté models this fall’s latest looks. 98 Gardening How a new gardening trend helps neighborhoods become more selfsustaining. 100 Table talk Banh mi, petals and pinot and the return of Restaurant Week 102 Wine Taking another look at Merlot 106 Health How two men helped the women they love battle breast cancer.

65 2013 Remodeled Tulsa Tour Take a sneak peek at the nine professionally renovated homes on this year’s tour.

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111 Komen Tulsa Race for the Cure® All you need to know about the 17th annual race to help fight breast cancer

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From the editors by MATT CAUTHRON resenting the greatest asset his country has ever had,” Clapton wrote in his autobiography. Take that quote and replace “country” with “city,” and you’ve got an idea of what Cale, his music, his character and his legacy have meant to Tulsa and its proud musical tradition. In this issue we strive to honor Cale, as well as his Tulsa Sound brethren, by shining a spotlight on a new generation of great local musicians (p.

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e’ve been kicking around the idea of a music issue of TulsaPeople for quite a while now. When we decided to move forward with the idea, the vision we agreed on was local, local, local. We wanted to celebrate people who are making music in Tulsa now, and to honor the music legends that still reside in Tulsa to this day. Consequently, that vision required that we leave out a great many of Tulsa’s musical heroes, despite their contributions to the city’s legacy and its history. But we would be remiss to devote an issue to the music of Tulsa without paying tribute to the memory of guitarist, songwriter and Tulsa Sound pioneer J.J. Cale, who died in July at age 74. John Weldon Cale, who grew up in Tulsa and began playing local club gigs in the late ’50s, shot to fame in 1970 when Eric Clapton made his first hit as a solo artist out of Cale’s “After Midnight.” Clapton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Johnny Cash and many more would go on to turn Cale’s songs into popular radio staples. Though he recorded and released more than a dozen albums spanning nearly four decades, the laid-back Cale was famously shy of the spotlight, and never seemed to mind that other artists were better known for his songs than he ever was. But his peers — including music legends from Clapton and Neil Young to contemporary acts such as Beck and Widespread Panic — were not shy about professing their admiration for Cale and his talents. “It is my humble opinion, he is one of the most important artists in the history of rock, quietly rep-

46). The New Tulsa Sound isn’t so much a select group as it is an idea, an aspiration. It’s a veritable, ever-evolving collective of bands and artists that carry on Tulsa’s musical legacy with the same wellspring of talent and the same spirit of community that defined their famous forefathers. We also catch up with a selection of local music legends who still call Tulsa home (p. 42), and check in with country superstar and Tulsa resident Roy Clark for 10 questions (p. 40). The worlds of music and fashion collide (p. 91) as local songstress Fiawna Forté shows off the latest fall looks, and our entire CityBeat section is peppered with music-centric entries, from a tour of Tulsa’s historic Church Studio (p. 13), to a record collector whose outsize hobby requires its own address (p. 16), to a profile of famed Tulsa booking agent and all-around music-biz wizard Jim Halsey (p. 34) and more. Taking care of non-music business as well, we feature a sneak peak at the homes from the Remodeled Tulsa Tour (p. 65) as well as a guide to Komen Tulsa Race for the Cure®, the 17th annual race to help combat breast cancer (p. 111). After you’ve read up on all things Tulsa music, visit TulsaPeople.com/NewTulsaSound and hear for yourself a selection of the stellar tunes being produced by Tulsa’s current generation of musicians. Like so many of the creative pursuits currently under way in and around our city, these artists will make you proud to be a Tulsan in 2013. In closing, we dedicate this issue to the memory of J.J. Cale. May he rest in peace. tþ

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The story behind the story Lindsey Neal Kuykendall on interviewing Tulsa’s music legends As a musician, interviewing eight of my Tulsa musical forefathers has been an absolute delight. For this particular piece, hours and hours of interviews have boiled down to the basics for readers’ enjoyment – but lucky for me, I was able to absorb a full spectrum of Tulsa music story “vitamins.” I heard about Elvis Presley in Tulsa, Leon Russell’s house in Los Angeles, when J.J. Cale wrote “After Midnight,” pranks and gold records, tours and recording sessions, friends and families, and gigs – good and bad. Through vivid descriptions, I time traveled through Tulsa nightclubs, ornate theaters and dance halls and mentally witnessed sock hops, square dances, inspiration, opportunity and discovery. I felt the energy of the city change with each

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Lindsey Neal Kuykendall and music manager Jim Halsey decade — a beardless Russell Bridges of the 1950s transformed into the powerhouse, silver-haired Leon Russell of the 1960s and ‘70s.

It’s the story of a budding Tulsa music scene exclusively on the north side of town that inspired rhythm and blues in so many of music’s youth. It’s hillbilly meeting rock ‘n’ roll for the very first time. I’m insatiably curious and committed to piecing together these memories and carrying the original Tulsa Sound torch proudly into the future. I admire others like John Wooley (music writer) and Steve Todoroff (archivist and impresario) for their efforts in carefully documenting the baby boomer music scene in great detail and with such heart. It is that very history that enriches our city and inspires the next generation. After all, it’s good to know that a kid from Tulsa can grow up to make music, travel the world, and come home to Oklahoma.

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A sanctuary of sound Church Studio is a hallowed site for the Tulsa music scene. by JAMIE RICHERT JONES Photos by EVAN TAYLOR

Built in 1913 for The Church of the United Brethren in Christ, this structure has one of the most historically significant lineages of any building in Tulsa.

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ake a drive through downtown Tulsa late on a Saturday night and you’ll immediately notice the majestic steeples of its landmark churches. Tomorrow they’ll be beckoning believers with spiritual enlightenment and parables of the past. Tonight, however, the sanctuaries are dim — except for one. Head north to Third Street and Trenton Avenue, and the invocation is just beginning. That’s because the Church Studio attracts a different congregation entirely. Built in 1913 for The Church of the United Brethren in Christ, this structure has one of the most historically significant lineages of any building in Tulsa. In 1972, hometown hero and internationally acclaimed musician Leon Russell purchased the church and turned it in to a world-class recording studio for his label, Shelter Records. If ever there was a structure that embodied the self-proclaimed Master of Space and Time, it’s the Church Studio. Enigmatic and impenetrable, the stone façade is as intimidating as it is mysterious. And yet, if you were among the chosen ones to witness Russell’s legendary jam sessions, you were baptized in the waters of one of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest eras. One such musician anointed into musical immortality was drummer

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Jamie Oldaker. His distinguished resumé includes four decades of touring with artists such as Eric Clapton, Bob Seger and Ace Frehley, to name a few. But it was Russell who first plucked him from a local jazz band. “He used to come see me play at The Colony. His manager came one night and said ‘Leon wants you to come over to the house.’ That’s how it all started,” Oldaker says. Most of those who were a part of the inner sanctum are reticent to reveal much about what went on behind those immense front doors. However, it was not unusual to see George Harrison smoking a cigarette on the front steps or Tom Petty grabbing a bite across the street at The Ranch House. In fact, Petty signed his first record deal there. And though documentation is sparse, it’s certain there was no shortage of musical luminaries visiting Russell during this time, including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, J.J. Cale, Freddie King, Phoebe Snow, The Gap Band, and many others. Russell and his partner, Denny Cordell, set out to create an artistic haven for musicians and songwriters when they opened the studio. They purchased several adjacent houses, and encouraged creativity and collaboration — a strategy that galva-

nized the musical fusion unique to Tulsa. During Shelter Records’ tenure at the Church Studio, from 1972 to 1976, it was the epicenter of the legendary Tulsa Sound. In the years to follow, the Church Studio changed hands a number of times. Most notably, it was home base to Steve Ripley and The Tractors. “I think some people think Leon had the studio in the 1970s and then it sat dormant until recently. Many people aren’t aware of all the music history at that place when Steve Ripley was there,” says Brian Horton of Horton Records, which released “The New Tulsa Sound Vol.2: The Church Studio Sessions” in February 2012. It’s an album chock full of local talent, including Dustin Pittsley, Wink Burcham, Paul Benjaman Band, Dead Sea Choir, Jesse Aycock and many others. Aycock, a venerable staple in the Tulsa music scene, also recorded his solo album “Flowers & Wounds” at the Church Studio last year. “The Church is totally unique and I think even the fact that it is an actual church and functioned as a church, there’s holiness to it. There’s been a lot of spirits in that place,” Aycock says. Much like the Tulsa music scene

itself, the studio has been infused with a new energy since being taken over by father and son team, Randy and Jacob Miller, in 2005. When speaking to Jacob, a passionate, twenty-something music lover with flame red hair and an infectious enthusiasm, he wants to return it to the pith of its origin, without the exclusivity. “I hope the studio enhances our great music community by providing a special place for people to express themselves any way they see fit,” Jacob says. And it’s paid off; the artists have been coming in droves. However, Miller is quick to give credit to his talented team, which includes Costa Stasinopoulos, Malachi Burgess and Michael Block, for the studio’s success. “This is definitely a team effort,” Miller says. Though there hasn’t been a sermon preached in the building for more than 40 years, there is no shortage of spirituality and reverence. “I don’t see us as owning the Church Studio,” Miller says. “I see us as stewards and caretakers of something amazing. The church owns itself. It was there before I was born and it will be there after my time is up.” tþ

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ill Eaton bought his first record in 1957. It was Buddy Holly’s “Peggy Sue,” and he bought it in his hometown of Clarion, Iowa, just under an hour’s drive from Clear Lake, where two years later, Holly’s plane would crash, ending his life at age 22. Eaton still has that record, but now it has some company. “Peggy Sue” is one of more than 145,000 vinyl records Eaton has in his collection. He began collecting like any music fan, casually buying from his local record store. He was limited by the selection at the small Clarion store, so when he moved away for college and found shops with larger selections, his record purchases grew exponentially. After graduating, his purchases slowed, but with the introduction of CDs in the ‘80s, he began buying large amounts of music again, but in the new format. In the early ‘90s, Eaton visited Lee’s Records on a whim, and rekindled his

Bill Eaton’s collection includes more than 145,000 vinyl records. love for vinyl. Since then, he’s been collecting vinyl like it’s a full-time job. In fact, after Lee’s closed, faced with losing his favorite record shop, Eaton purchased the bulk of its inventory of 45 rpm records. His collection has become so massive that most of it resides in a separate building he keeps just for housing the records. What sets this collection apart, aside from its scale, is Eaton’s highly ambitious goal. “I’m trying to collect

every song, on its original label, that made the Billboard Country chart since 1944. That’s approximately 20,000 songs,” he says. Amazingly, he’s getting close. “The first 400 or so songs on the list prior to March 1949 were issued on 78s. I haven’t tried to find many of those yet. Of the remaining songs on the list I have about 98 percent of them,” he says. He has copies of songs released from the mid-‘80s into the 2000s, when vinyl seemed in perpetual decline, on CD. The goal gives the collection a purpose and direction, but he doesn’t limit it to one genre. Eaton estimates about half of his vinyl is country; the rest runs the gamut from gospel to R&B, rock to early hip-hop, and everywhere in between. Some of Eaton’s most prized records are Loretta Lynn’s “I’m a Honky Tonk Girl” on the Zero label, of which only a few thousand were released; Buddy Knox’s “Party Doll” on its original Triple-D label, of which

only 300 were made (Eaton has two); and the first 45 rpm ever released, a recording of Eddy Arnold singing “Texarkana Baby.” Eaton certainly isn’t the only one who has rediscovered vinyl after becoming disillusioned by the CD and MP3 formats. In the past few years, vinyl has once again become the fastest-growing music format. Eaton points to the greater sound quality of vinyl as a factor in its resurgence. “From a technical standpoint the frequency range of a vinyl record is wider (higher highs and lower lows) than a CD or an MP3,” he says. What brought Eaton back, though, was the music itself. Much of the music he sought was never released on a format other than vinyl, and many CDs that contain older music will have rerecorded, remastered or alternate versions of songs. “I can tell the difference,” he says. “I wanted to hear the version as it was done when it was popular. To hear that you need to have the vinyl.” tþ

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f he is anything, Corey White is true to his roots. Having grown up in Bixby, before it was “south Tulsa,” this young singer-songwriter is quickly making a name for himself in the country music scene while pursuing a degree in finance from Oklahoma State University. White, 19, shares the story of how his persistence and dedication has paid off in the pursuit of his dream.

at the festival in Ozark, Ark. with names like Luke Bryan, Toby Keith, Big & Rich, Justin Moore and Randy Houser. To see my name on T-shirts and concert posters next to big artists is just a surreal feeling. It was one of my greatest experiences yet. The Stillwater to Nashville commute: Opportunities like Thunder on the Mountain would have never been possible without my Stillwater fan base. When deciding on a college, I only applied to Belmont University in Nashville and Oklahoma State University. All I knew was Stillwater felt like home. I do travel to Nashville frequently on weekends, which has earned the respect of some important people. It would be convenient to live in Music City, forget about school and just pursue music. But it takes a lot of dedication and effort to pursue a degree in Oklahoma and drive 700 miles to continue the pursuit of this crazy dream. Juggling both is tough, but I know I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. I will be releasing my iTunes Debut EP called “Making Noise” this fall. We are still working on a release date, but it is looking like September.

The effect of the 2013 Thunder on the Mountain Country Music Festival: Thunder on the Mountain was one of those experiences that encourages me to keep on keeping on. I was entered into a competition at Cain’s Ballroom and won, which helped me land an invite to perform

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How he got into music: I picked up my first guitar at eight. I learned by ear and took some lessons, and at 11 I was asked to be the front man for a western swing youth band called Oklahoma Stomp. After five years of traveling across the country to open for legends like the Oak Ridge Boys, the band split. I began interning for Jim Halsey, and he became my manager until 2011. [White is now independent. ] My sophomore year of high school, I started making trips to Nashville, writing music with anyone who would give me the time of day. I decided to graduate early and spend my senior year there full-time. Within that year, I went from writing with other unknowns like myself to working with No. 1 hit writers such as Michael Dulaney, writer of Jason Aldean’s “Fly Over States.” I was very persistent and relentless in my efforts.

Playing on Tulsa time: I occasionally make it home to Tulsa for shows, usually at Cain’s Ballroom or private parties. On Oct. 18 I will be playing OSU’s Homecoming Walkaround, and you can occasionally catch me at some of the local bars on The Strip in Stillwater. How to keep up with him: Fans can keep up with my music on my new website, CoreyWhiteMusic.com, or follow me on Twitter, @CoreyKentWhite or Facebook, Corey White Music. tþ

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The latest spin Vinyl records are making a comeback and one local business is capitalizing on the trend. by AMY LECZA

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n the ‘90s, Dave Bynum was one-fourth of the Tulsa-based post-grunge/punk-pop band Epperley, whose single “Shy” off its self-titled album was featured on an episode of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” The band signed with Triple X Records out of Los Angeles. Sadly, the group later went separate ways. Today, Bynum and his wife Heather own two Tulsa businesses — Buyers Trading and Design Group, founded in 1999, and The Vinyl Countdown, which opened in January 2012. Dave has collected vinyl all his life, and he seized the opportunity to turn his hobby into an additional business. The couple converted an empty space in their existing location, 318 E. 11th St., to the record store. Due to their busy schedules managing both businesses, they’ve brought in Josh Norrid to manage the record store. With eight years

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experience touring as a singer/songwriter, Norrid embraces his career which meshes his love for records with his genuine interest in sharing new music with others. “My favorite thing about running the shop is when people come in and ask for recommendations, buy a record and come back and tell me they loved it and ask for more suggestions,” says Norrid. The Vinyl Countdown sells new, used and rare records as well as LPs and 45s. It’s the only store in Tulsa that has such a large, exclusive collection, according to Norrid. “We have shows on the weekends — local, regional and national acts — like Time and Distance from West Virginia and The Blackfoot Gypsies from Nashville,” says Norrid. According to Norrid, the U.S. saw a 50 percent decline in CD sales in 2012, but a 33 percent increase in vinyl sales.

But what’s the allure of vinyl when MP3s are available instantly? “ITunes has the convenience factor,” says Norrid, “but listeners want quality. When you get a vinyl record, especially one that’s been recorded analog, it’s warmer and not as compressed. “With an MP3, you lose the full spectrum of sound. The sound that vinyl produces is what the artist hears when they’re recording — it’s as close as you’re going to get. People want the quality. It’s a little pricier, but there’s artwork, band photos and posters included in some records, and some now have download codes so you can get the MP3s as well. You’re involved in what’s happening. It forces you to listen to the whole album.” And more artists are going back to vinyl. Norrid says that along with older artists, there are more “mainstream” artists like Bright Eyes, Vam-

pire Weekend and even Justin Timberlake who have vinyl records out now, and for sale at the store. “We have a lot of local artists, too,” says Norrid. “Bands that play in town come into the store sometimes for meet-and-greets and we feature their records.” As for Norrid, his current favorite records are Foxy Shazam’s “Church of Rock and Roll” and Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears’ “Scandalous.” But favorites aside, as the popularity of records continues to grow, The Vinyl Countdown will surely continue to top Tulsa charts. tþ EDITOR’S NOTE: As of press time The Vinyl Countdown had announced plans for a short hiatus, followed by a relocation. The opening date and location of the new store has yet to be determined. Visit TulsaPeople.com for updates.

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The store sells new, used and rare records as well as LPs and 45s.

The Vinyl Countdown Manager Josh Norrid says his career meshes his love for records with his interest in sharing new music with others.

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Bringing Guthrie back

Steve Goldberg

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Tulsa native and restaurateur carries on the legacy of a famed Southern California music venue. Vital stats: Goldberg attended Edison High School in the late 1960s. He left Oklahoma to attend the University of Minnesota on a football scholarship. Now: Owns Belly Up, a noted Southern California live music venue and bar, and the restaurant next door, the Wild Note Café in Solana Beach.

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How did you end up buying Belly Up? The owner was a friend. He was a good customer at my restaurant nearby, and I told him that if he ever wanted to sell, I’d be a good guy to carry on his legacy. ... He wanted to make sure it went to the right person, which was more important to him than the money. It’s a music venue, so does Belly Up book local acts, regional names, or national players? It’s a combination of all of those. When you have a calendar with 365 days, and we book about 340 of those, it’s hard to fill that up with one particular genre or location of music. We’re very tuned into

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How did you end up in California? I’d been living in Minnesota since I moved out of Tulsa, and I couldn’t take cold weather anymore. I needed to thaw. I went out to visit my soon-to-be wife, and we were looking for places to move that were warmer climates near the ocean. Everyone we knew enjoyed San Diego, so we thought we’d give it a shot.

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the local music community. Jimmy Buffett, Leon Russell and J.J. Cale used to play here, and the Black Eyed Peas. will.i.am told me that when they got booked at Belly Up, they knew they’d made it. Blink 182 used to play here, and Maroon 5 was a local band, too. We have everyone from Tom Jones to local groups to Green Day playing in that little place. It’s inherently cool, so artists want to play there. It’s not considered a step down to play a 600-seat room when it’s the Belly Up. What’s the neighborhood like? It’s in the Cedros Design

District. It’s a little beach community in Solana Beach. There’s some of everything, but it’s an upbeat community. There’s commerce here, and it’s not like Baywatch. It just happens to be on a strip of land on the beach, just one of many communities that the focus isn’t just on surfing and hanging out. It’s just a nice place to live, and I live 15 minutes from the beach. How have the bar and the neighborhood changed in the decade since you bought Belly Up? It’s kind of grown up in the last 10 years, but nothing drastic. We’ve made some changes in the bar, and over the years, we’ve upgraded the facility a bit. We’ve certainly taken the entertainment to a new level — bigger-name artists. It’s been a progression over 10 years. We try and always improve our operation here. What other business ventures do you have going on? I’m in the restaurant business. I have a restaurant on the beach here in Cardiff, Calif. called the Pacific Coast Grill, and I’m a managing partner at a restaurant in Aspen and in Vail. It’s not bad going between Colorado and the mountains and the beach. Not a bad gig at all. But I want to throw in that I really enjoyed my upbringing in Tulsa. My family was there for a long time, and I think it really gave me a good, solid start in life. tþ

ince 1972, the Woody Guthrie Foundation has guarded the Woody Guthrie Archives with a watchful eye. Containing thousands of photographs, writings, personal papers and pieces of art — all coming together to form a window into Guthrie’s life — the archives recently traveled from “the New York island” to their new home at the Woody Guthrie Center in the Brady Arts District. At its grand opening in late April, a crowd of 2,400 gathered to welcome Woody. “Woody is home,” says Deana McCloud, executive director of the Woody Guthrie Center. “We welcome him as our native son back to those Oklahoma Hills where he was born. It’s important for our youth to know that coming from Oklahoma is something to be proud of, and that even if they are growing up in a rural community and feel powerless, they can accomplish great things — their power is in their voice.”

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square-feet of space is occupied by the Woody Guthrie Center and features a music bar for listening to Guthrie’s recorded tunes, a lyric writing station and his never-before-seen musical instruments.

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primary and secondary source materials — rare books, both by and about Guthrie, and handwritten songbooks — are just a small part of the vast archives.

minutes is the length of “The Dust Bowl” documentary clip that accompanies an exhibit of the same name at the Center. The exhibit is Oklahoma’s only permanent display on the Dust Bowl.

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songs written by Guthrie are in the archives, including a handwritten copy of “This Land Is Your Land.”

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photographs — from candid shots and family photos to press and concert pictures — are kept in the archives.

Woody Guthrie Center is located at 102 E. Brady St. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; open till 9 p.m. the first Friday of each month. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for youth 5 to 17 years of age. Children under 5 are free. Visit woodyguthriecenter.org for more information.

ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE

Highlighting local talent

All in the family Father and son musicians, Donald and Barron Ryan, work and play well together. by JUDY LANGDON

ost Tulsans are familiar with professional local pianist Donald Ryan who has entertained area audiences at concerts and fundraisers, on national and international tours, as well as through his 11 CDs. For the past four years, Donald and his son, Barron, a music graduate of the University of Oklahoma, have teamed up as a popular father/son piano duo. Recently, TulsaPeople caught up with both men to learn more about their latest CD (“Face to Face,” recorded on the Tulsa Community College southeast campus), their concerts, and how they choose the music they play for their audiences.

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Donald, whose idea was it for you and Barron to become a performing father/son duo, and when did you begin performing together? I think it was (my wife) Sharon’s and mine. Barron and I had done the dedicatory performance of Holland Hall’s Steinway concert grand during his junior year, and a Brown Bag It performance at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center during his freshman year at OU. So while he was at college, we broached the idea. Barron, was your father your first piano instructor? Have you always wanted to follow his career or did you have other aspirations? Dad was my first piano instructor, and for 13 years, he was my only one. I always liked performing, but for a long time waffled between other options, from a chef (that was from my younger days) to an engineer (that was when I heard how much money Bill Gates made). During my junior year of high school, I realized how much I loved playing music, and decided to pursue it more seriously. I haven’t looked back since.

Tell us about your CDs. DR: We’ve recorded one CD so far — “Face To Face” — which was done at TCC Southeast. A new one is in the planning stages. To my personal credit, I have 11, nine of which were recorded in Tulsa. The others were in Des Moines, Iowa, and Berlin, Germany. BR: We plan to record a yet-unnamed album featuring film music next year … I also released my first solo album this year, “Classical with Attitude,” which features concert music infused with jazz or ragtime.

Barron and Donald Ryan recently released their latest CD, “Face to Face.”

Have you been touring lately, or are you planning any tours for the near future? Do you have an agent? DR: We have not been out of town since early this year. In the fall we’ll play in Nebraska, Wisconsin and Illinois. No agent yet, but we do have a concert manager who handles our bookings. BR: We haven’t been touring in the sense of playing several con-

certs without returning home, but have had several individual concerts we’ve traveled to perform. This year we’ll be traveling more than ever, and have engagements scheduled in five different Midwestern states. We’re steadily working to build our audience through participating in area performing arts conferences, and are enjoying strong success in that effort.

You include a wide variety of musical genres in your concerts — classical, hip-hop, funk, etc. Which are your favorites, and which are the favorites of your audiences? DR: And included in that “etc.” are jazz and ragtime! Well, we do like everything we play, but not all styles are done in each concert, since we tailor the program to whoever engages us. I’m especially pleased that Barron is infected with most — if not all — of my music preferences and I like how he’s put his own personality into the mix. We have few disagreements about what to play. Audiences like to see us enjoying ourselves while playing excellently so I’m hard pressed to identify a style that is favored. We do try to keep our performances upbeat, rhythmic and even slightly edgy and so manage to please all who hear us. BR: I most enjoy the music we improvise, like jazz and some ragtime. We interact on those styles because we usually haven’t planned exactly how we’re going to play them, which makes it all the more fun. Our audiences also like when we play those styles, but I think their absolute favorite is our rendition of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” tþ

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THE WAY WE WERE

A peek into Tulsa‘s past

Much more than an arena The Mabee Center celebrates 40 years of memories. by LANE CLEGG

n 1972, Oral Roberts University erected the Mabee Center to serve as a basketball arena and a television studio. The building was a “real, absolute prototype,” during the time of construction, according to Tony Winters, general manager of the Mabee Center for 11 years and counting. At the time, most arenas being built were constructed to be big and loud, but the Mabee Center needed great acoustics, hence the 2,900 seat theater in the arena, says Winters. The space also includes the basketball court, an orchestra pit, and set pieces for a stage. “He (Oral Roberts) built an arena and created a theater,” says Winters. The Mabee Center has played host to some of the biggest names in music since its opening. Johnny

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Cash headlined the first concert in 1972 and has since been followed by a number of greats. “Luciano Pavarotti played one of his last shows here,” says Winters. The center also hosted Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Billy Joel and Elvis Presley. “I think we may be one of the few venues left in the world that Elvis has played in three times.” Keeping up with a younger crowd, the Mabee Center featured Justin Bieber in 2009. Working with Tony Bennett for the Oklahoma Centennial, witnessing Frank Sinatra’s second-to-last performance, and recruiting an entire orchestra to play with Pavarotti are among Winters’ favorite memories of the venue. Although the university has

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The Mabee Center was erected in 1972 on the campus of Oral Roberts University and has since hosted some of the biggest names in music. Inset, the Mabee Center today.

replaced flooring and repaired the 40-year-old building’s infrastructure in the past few years, the Mabee Center stands while younger stadiums and arenas are in the process of being pulled down or phased out, says Winters. “We’ve basically come off a year that is one of our busiest ever,” says Winters. “We just finished doing 21 college and high school graduations in May and eight days of the Miss Oklahoma pageant … We’re as busy as we’ve ever been even despite other buildings, like the BOK Center, being built.” In July, the Mabee Center made public its new e-museum, a website that includes historical photos and infor-

mation, including a comprehensive list of all concerts and events that have been held there. The facility is also in the process of raising funds to convert the trophy cases on the main concourse level of the arena to display old photos and memorabilia. “I think that the future looks really bright for the arena,” says Winters, “People that come in can’t believe that it’s 40 years old. The facility is as good today as it was back in October of 1972.” tþ

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LOCKER ROOM

Getting to know Tulsa’s top athletes and coaches

Allan Trimble

Jenks coach believes character development produces winners. by DOUG EATON

Like most football coaches, you played high school and college football. Is that when you discovered you wanted to coach? I played football at Cleveland (Okla.) High School. My high school coach, Ron Wolfe, who was also a Jenks grad and a great motivator, had a major influence in my life. I hurt my knee my senior year and missed the whole season. My goal was to play college football, but with the injury, I didn’t know what I was going to do. About three days before school (college) started, I got a call from Coach Ronnie Jones at Northeastern State University encouraging me to play. I ended up playing there for four seasons. As I played in college, I found that I really enjoyed the weekend film breakdowns and strategy sessions. I’d go in early and watch the coaches do the game plan and fell in love with the process. I guess that’s where I caught the coaching bug. You have had opportunities to move into college coaching. What has kept you at Jenks? Early on, I had several opportunities to interview with some colleges and other high schools. I think the opportunity for my family in this community and

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even heard from guys as far away as Canada and Australia.

Jenks Head Football Coach Allan Trimble has led the Trojans to 10 Class 6A State Championships in his 17 years at the school.

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To what do you attribute to your personal success? I try to empower my employees. I let them do their jobs and support them in their roles and put them in position to be successful. Call it luck, but we have hired some great employees. We don’t talk much about winning, but we do talk about excellence, effort and teamwork. tþ

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character development as we do on football development. What is the greatest challenge in coaching high school football? Kids today have more opportunities for distractions than they ever had before. Cell phones, Twitter, Facebook can all be distractions. I think kids still appreciate discipline and the chance to be part of something bigger than themselves.

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nder head football coach Allan Trimble the Jenks Trojans have become one of the premier high school programs, not only in the state but also in the nation. The Trojans-Union Redskins battles, which have drawn upwards of 30,000 fans, have received national attention. The rivalry was even the subject of a movie, “King of the Mountain.” Trimble has 10 state Class 6A championships to his credit — the most of all active coaches in Oklahoma, regardless of class. TulsaPeople caught with up Trimble after a summer camp session.

this school is probably the biggest reason. This is a great community. We have a great church and a great school. My kids fell in love with the school. I have a great opportunity to work with great kids here. How would you describe your coaching philosophy? Hire great men with character. I’ve hired many coaches who went on to become head coaches. Also, I feel if you make better people, you make better players. We feel like our obligation is to mentor the young men in all areas of their life. We have four simple priorities: faith, family, academics and football. We try to work as hard on

How have high school student athletes changed since you’ve been in coaching? Kids communicate so much more now with social media than they ever had before. We have to be good communicators. Emphasizing the team comes first. We are developing a plan that involves using social media as a positive tool to build our team. You even wrote a book awhile back, “Coaching Football Successfully.” How was that experience? It was a very enlightening, enjoyable process. The publisher allowed me to include some of my philosophy about character development. My email address is in the book and it was interesting to hear from other coaches from around the country. I

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inevitable and exciting question that should always follow a period of positive change and growth. The question is simple and one that has the power to change the world: What’s next? Or to put an even finer point on it: Where’s next? tþ

Jeff Martin is an author and the founder of BookSmart Tulsa. His latest book is “The Late American Novel: Writers on the Future of Books.”

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LEGENDS

Tulsa’s lasting legacies

Jim Halsey Oklahoma’s own music man has made dozens famous in distinguished career. by LINDSEY NEAL KUYKENDALL

little bit of rebellion, a dash of innovation, a lot of love, a glimmer of ambition, and a foundation of inspiration may be the recipe for Jim Halsey’s life. At its peak, Halsey’s talent booking agency operated offices in Nashville, New York, Los Angeles, London and Tulsa with a roster of more than 50 artists. In the life of his more than 60-year music career, he booked more than 60,000 concerts around the world and put together countless record deals, tours, promotions and fortuitous musical opportunities for his artists. His Starmaker program is an online continuing education course that teaches young artists and aspiring executives the ins and outs of the music business. Halsey is the most experienced and accomplished music manager/impresario ever to call Oklahoma home. In 1974 you and Roy Clark saw a news report about Soviet dignitaries visiting America and wanted them to come to Las Vegas where Clark was headlining at the Frontier Hotel. How did you do that? You know, you start making the calls and say, “This is what I want” and they refer you here and (then) to somebody else. So I went to the Howard Hughes organization that owned hotels (in Las Vegas) and at that time they owned an airline and said they’ll fly them down and put them up and Roy can entertain them. Everything was comped. So within a matter of five or six days this was all miraculously arranged. How did you think to put the tour together that way? I didn’t think. I just started. It wasn’t something that I thought, “Here’s a long plan,” and you put it on the drawing board. It’s

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Regarding the Starmaker program and younger people getting into the music business, what advice would you have for them? There are a lot of opportunities in the music and entertainment business. Lots of jobs out there that are not only creatively satisfying but also financially rewarding. This was all inspired by my development of the music business degree program at Oklahoma City University. I did that for about six years (1994-2000). We developed the first music business and entertainment degree program in America. Some people might say, “Oh no, Belmont’s had that for a long time,” but they had programs but you had to be a musician to take them.

Jim Halsey and wife Minisa Crumbo just, after we saw them (the Soviet dignitaries) that night on TV, I just made a cold call the next morning to the State Department, not thinking that there was any possibility at all. But they said, “Yeah, we love it.” [Editor’s Note: Beginning in January 1976, after 18 months of planning, Halsey booked Roy Clark and the Oak Ridge Boys for a set of performances in the USSR. They were the first Country Music artists to perform there. A follow-up tour took place in 1988.] Can you describe a moment in your career that changed you forever? I saw, from backstage — I was at every concert — how through music and performance, you physically, visually, can see people’s lives change right in front of you. And we saw people — great masses of audiences that had some attitude or hostility toward Americans. After the Roy Clark and the Oak Ridge Boys show, they were throwing babies in the air and screaming and yelling and hugging each other. I don’t think those people had had as good a time and as good a release ever as they had on that 1976 tour.

The State Department said, “You’ll never know the good that you did because you created more goodwill for America than any diplomatic mission (the Department) ever had.” That was a life changer for me. What are some of the most important career landmarks or achievements? One of the things I’ve always wanted to accomplish is, to be the best at everything I do, but also, it’s another accomplishment to do something first. Hank Thompson was my inspiration and mentor when I was 21 and he was one of the most brilliant men I ever knew. In 1964, I convinced Capitol Records to make a live and in person record of Hank Thompson. And they said, “Well, nobody’s ever done that before (in Country Music), people like the studio sound,” and I convinced them to do it. We set aside the Golden Nugget Saloon in Las Vegas to do it and it was a very unique record. It won all types of cultural awards and it was the very first country music album recorded live. And that was interesting.

So The Starmaker is a program on how to become the next Jim Halsey? That’s right. Formulas and secrets I’m ready to reveal. What’s your biggest inspiration? The biggest inspiration in my life is my wife, Minisa Crumbo. We’ve been married 35 years. Before I knew her I was a fan of her father, Woody Crumbo, and had a few of his pieces. So besides the fact that she is so smart and brilliant and talented, she’s helped me a lot with my own life and my own spiritual philosophy, being a better person and being a person involved with other people. It’s all about vision and dreams. I had an old Indian medicine man tell me one time, “You stop following your dreams, and you’ll stop having them.” I’m 82 years old and I’m still full of vision and dreams and excitement when I get up. tþ

Learn more about Jim Halsey at JimHalsey.com. For more on his Starmaker 360 online education program, visit Starmaker360.com.

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Is KISS shooting off flairs or is the Yolotti kiosk on fire? As part of a capital improvement package for city facilities, the BOK Center put in for a new fire alarm system. Apparently, the present alarms are better suited for the relative quiet of office spaces than for cacophony and pyrotechnics of arenas. And nobody thought about this when the place was being built? Dumb Criminal of the Month After completing a robbery, one of the alleged burglars dialed 911 — news reports say it was accidental; I believe it was a cry for help — while reviewing the heist with his accomplice. Reports say the dispatcher heard two men talking about “jewelry and ancient two dollar bills” and selling the loot at Gold and Silver Exchange in McAlester, which is where she sent officers to arrest the two geniuses. The good news: the one who “called” police has received an automatic BYE into the 2013 DCOM tournament. Dumb Human of the Month To the irresponsible dumbass who brought a gun to an Independence Day celebration in Okmulgee and fired it, congratulations — you have inspired a new category in this column. Hey, Dillinger, the bullet landed on a 4-year-old girl. Fortunately, her injuries were not serious. But tell us, again, how making it more difficult for people like this — people with less sense than patio furniture — to buy guns will destroy our Republic. In the Top 100 problems facing military personnel, this is coming in at 116 Last month, Congressman Jim Bridenstine came out in support of a military religious freedom amendment to a Department of Defense bill. “We are suggesting that the Presi-

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Ups and downs  … Stevie Wonder for refusing to perform in any state with a “Stand Your Ground” law, including Oklahoma. If this spreads among other artists, Ted Nugent is going to get a lot of work.

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… Rebecca Willhite, Hayley Bobbit, and Karlie Guinn for winning Miss Peach, Miss Peach Blosson and Miss Peach Bud, respectively, at the Porter Peach Festival — No Miss Peach Pit? Ms. Willhite and Ms. Bobbit also won Miss Congeniality in their respective categories. Two questions: 1) Why was there no Miss Congeniality in the Miss Peach Bud category (a serious omission) and 2) One of us has to give: either I start calling them Get us Miss or the festival starts crowning a Ms. Peach. five down I’m not getting emotionally involved either way. arrows, stat!

 … Every member of the U.S. Oklahoma House delegation for

voting for the recent Farm Bill, even though there wasn’t a dime in there for food stamps. According to the Regional Food Bank in Oklahoma, 675,000 state residents are food insecure — or about 1 in 5.

 … The Tulsa World for now requiring first and last names of its

online commenters … though I’ll miss the geopolitical insights of ProudOkieAmend2dude more than I can say.

dent allow Christian soldiers to have the right to live and act like Christians … or whatever faith.” Hey, we love being on the right side of the ellipses — or whatever faith … really? Bridenstine, who has not one, but two photos of himself in uniform on his official congressional website (we get it) didn’t give examples of the alleged infractions, but did quote George Washington — “the purity of morals were highly conducive to order, subordination, and success in an army” — which has as much to do with this bill as I do with trout fishing. During the same press conference, Bridenstine said the tragedy at Fort Hood, where 13 military personnel were killed, was “the hideous but entirely predictable consequences of political correctness in the military today.”

Yeah, that’s what caused it. Sometimes the congressman makes us want to exfoliate with a belt sander. Overheard: Driving north on Harvard Avenue, the woman, seeing a sign that read Now Hiring Awesome People, said, “Damn, I’m only mediocre. I’ll never get the job.” Shortest morning convention session ever So the 2024 Olympics are not coming to Oklahoma, but we’re still attracting top events. The National Lieutenant Governors Association met in Oklahoma City recently and discussed … whatever it is lieutenant governors discuss. Moderator: “Okay, who wants to be governor someday? Show of hands. Let’s see … that’s everybody. All right, that’s a wrap for today. Hey, who’s going to Bricktown?”

Rule 100 Ladies: never trust a man with more shoes than you. Does Joe know there’s someone coveting his baskets? Lost in Rev. Jim Standridge’s tirade about a parishioner not being worth 15 cents (It’s on YouTube, and if you haven’t seen it, your life is incomplete) was his threat to leave the pulpit. He told the congregation at Immanuel Baptist Church in Skiatook that he was offering a message that couldn’t be found anywhere else, but if they didn’t want it, he’d sell what he needs to sell, get in his wife’s Enclave and, together, “We’ll go on down the road and we’ll find some little podunk church that don’t know up from down and I’ll find me a dozen Joe’s baskets that don’t have a pot or a winder.” A podunk church that don’t know up from down … That’s some preaching, right there. And if you’re a member of that podunk church — Joe, you listening? — and see a couple driving by in a late-model Buick, hide them baskets and lock them winders. A crazy man’s coming. “Mike Shelton, Don Quixote, line one.” Representative Mike Shelton, D-Oklahoma City, for wanting to launch a legislature study to review Oklahoma’s Stand Your Ground Law. Good on him. tþ

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The former Tulsa mayor reflects on the 10-year anniversary of the passing of Vision 2025 under his leadership. by SCOTT WIGTON

Former Mayor Bill LaFortune sat

down with TulsaPeople in June to talk about the major legacy of his 2002-2006 administration — Vision 2025 — and its impact today on Tulsa and the surrounding communities. A Republican with a distinguished family pedigree, LaFortune faced down fierce opposition within the conservative ranks of his own party to successfully sell the Vision 2025 vote. Today, he remains proud of this accomplishment and his administration, even while noting he expended just about all the political capital he had at the time. He also shares his own views on what Tulsa needs for continued development as well as advice for the next mayor.

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Reflecting on your tenure as mayor (20022006) what stands out for you? I think the flagship of the administration was Vision 2025. We came into office after a number of major initiatives to revitalize and redevelop downtown had failed. We had been watching Oklahoma City. It was post 9/11, the economy was very poor; we had tremendous budget cuts and job losses in the city when I came into office. What was unique about Vision 2025 was it brought together the elected city and county leaders and regional mayors in one room with the business community and everyday citizens who worked for over a year vetting different projects that could be voted on — including

the flagship, the BOK Center. We knew the education projects were very exciting to people and very well supported. The arena was a tougher sell. There were a lot of naysayers who didn’t believe Tulsa could support an arena of 18,000 seats or more. (They thought) we wouldn’t be able to get the acts that Oklahoma City was getting, that Little Rock was getting, and bigger cities than that. We had to overcome that. And we did it by having this very transparent, yearlong process and putting the package in four votes. The arena was included with the education projects, which we believe helped push it to success. It all passed by more than 60 percent and was a

great victory for Tulsa and Tulsa County and, just as a lifelong citizen of Tulsa, it was thrilling for me. What was your motivation to run for and serve as mayor? We really wanted to see something exciting, a new point of pride for Tulsa. We knew we had to catch up and exceed other cities our size or we weren’t going to be able to attract the jobs or attract the companies and people, like young professionals, here. Talk about some of the resistance you encountered trying to pass Vision 2025. There was a great deal of support and excitement with a great number of people and groups but there was also very conservative bloc of people in town, Republicans, which I am, that didn’t like any type of tax increase, whatever the reason. They had supported me in my election, but when we moved forward with Vision 2025 all of a sudden it was like, ‘we don’t like that.’ I lost political capital in the process. But I knew it was the right thing to do for Tulsa and that’s what drove me. ... I knew what it could do for Tulsa and it’s certainly come to fruition. Do you believe Vision 2025 has fulfilled expectations? Absolutely. It’s always critical when you’re asking the taxpayer and the citizen to take money out of their pocket to keep the promises you make … The key piece of the BOK Center was the management team SMG. I took a great deal of criticism in hiring them because they were already managing the Oklahoma City arena and many people here thought we’d be second fiddle. But we had them come and make presentations and I was impressed. They deserve a ton of credit and John Bolton, the manager, for managing it the way they have and making it a success. The truth of the matter is, everyone (suburban communities) got something and that was important. Every community got a major construction project out of 2025 and that’s why everyone got on board — they all had a stake. Who else deserves credit for helping bring Vision 2025 to fruition? At the time, the leadership team included the regional mayors, the county commissioners, business leaders, city councilors and neighborhoods. We dug down to make sure we had core support in the neighborhoods. The chamber played a role in fundraising for the marketing. … I give a tremendous amount of credit to Howard Barnett who chaired that finance committee … I give a lot of credit to the business community for getting behind it. I certainly give credit to all the leadership at the various institutions. I also give

the leaders for all the cities and various institutions credit for getting the job done. If any one of them had failed, it would have been a good attack point. … I admire (former) mayor Taylor and I think she had a lot to do with the implementation of Vision 2025. We’re friends and she did what needed to be done. That was important. Was being the front man for the project something that came naturally to you? One of the gifts that God gave me was the gift of persuasion and advocacy. Having been a district attorney and a trial attorney was helpful in being able to give speeches ... You had to get out on the campaign trail. We had numerous meetings with citizens and I had a certain speech that I gave of “Why?”

I knew what it could do for Tulsa and it’s certainly come to fruition. We also had economic numbers. One thing I remember well is David Boren from OU. He came to town one night in support of it. And he had determined that the OU clinic by itself would have a $300 million economic impact. Well, that one project alone almost carried the entire cost, based on economic impact, so we had numbers to give the people, too. In fact, it was very important that for each project we had a budget that was real, could be completed, and would be successful. Did you enjoy your time as mayor? Well, it’s a tough job. Probably the toughest job there is. And I think that primarily relates to the form of government we have as opposed to Oklahoma City and other cities. The strong mayor form means you are actually managing the city, running the city departments every day plus being the economic development director, plus cutting ribbons and giving speeches. So, it’s 24-7, 365. I think Christmas morning was the only time I didn’t have to answer a press inquiry. The only day of the year I was left to be alone with my family!

Since you left office, what have you been doing? Practicing law. I basically had to rebuild my law practice. When I left to run for mayor, I had a very successful law practice, but four years away from it, clients can’t wait four years for you. So I had to rebuild it, which has been a tremendous challenge. Looking around town, what do you think Tulsa needs today? I’m just very excited about where Tulsa is right now, particularly with the downtown revitalization. Exciting things are happening there and I think they are transforming the area into what we’ve always wanted to have, a vibrant place to go and be with family and friends, and be entertained. What does Tulsa need? I think Tulsa needs to keep moving forward in downtown revitalization. I’ve always believed that is a core need and we have to keep growing that. I’m excited about the River Parks and this new Gathering Place. I think the George Kaiser Family Foundation has to be given tremendous credit for its investment in the River Parks and this new gathering place.

Any advice for the next mayor? You’re going to work hard. Make sure you have time for yourself and your family. Take time to go work out, keep healthy and I guess most importantly, don’t let the criticism get you down. Because most Tulsans are going to support you and believe in you at all times. Don’t let the handful of nasty emails or phone calls get you down. Just keep plugging away. I think the next mayor is going to be charged with the task of putting together another capital improvements package like 2025 and that may include the river and other improvements that we need. Would you consider any future political office? I’m enjoying practicing law. I have not ruled out any elective office but I’m primarily interested in elected offices in the legal arena such as any kind of a judgeship. Of all the jobs I’ve had, my term as a special judge here in Tulsa County was one I really enjoyed and I felt I was really good at. … I enjoy the courthouse. I enjoy law. Who do you support for mayor? I’m probably not endorsing anyone. I think they’re both excellent choices and they’re both friends of mine and I think either one of them will do a good job. They each have their pros and cons and most of them are pros. tþ

Interview has been condensed and edited for length.

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Roy Clark Tulsa resident and legendary musician/recording artist credits his immense success to an honest approach to life.

The world knows

Roy Clark as the beloved musician and entertainer who entered their homes each week as host of the TV series “Hee Haw.” In addition to his career as a recording artist and touring musician, he is also a pilot, self-proclaimed “sports nut,” humanitarian and diplomat. Clark has traveled the world making music to cross cultural lines. It has taken him everywhere from Tulsa to the Soviet Union to the White House. Making his home in Tulsa since 1976, he is the man who mastered Malaguena, made the Billboard music charts repeatedly, and is hugely responsible for the development of Branson, Mo. as a live-music hub. When and where were you born? April the 15th, 1933 in a little settlement in southwestern Virginia named Meherrin. What were your first musical memories? At the very beginning it was my dad and his brothers. They had a little, not a professional band, but they played for their own amusement and played for the neighbors. So that’s the first sounds I heard. Sounds of a guitar, a mandolin and a fiddle that my dad, my uncle Paul and my uncle Dudley played. So it was a natural thing for me. Would you say your parents were very supportive of your music? Oh yes, yes. My dad, he seldom paid you a compliment. The fact that he was there and was in a good mood, that means that he must be enjoying it. But he never said anything, but my mother did. Oh, I was the oldest of five children. And so I was her baby. In fact, I said to her one time, “You know, does (Daddy) ever say anything about me? What he thinks of what I’m doing?’”

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by LINDSEY NEAL KUYKENDALL And she said, “Are you kidding? He tells everyone that will stop and listen just how great you are.” And I said, “Oh, that makes me feel good. I can live with that.” Would you like to say anything about your friendship with noted music manager Jim Halsey? His attitude is because he believes everything is possible. He’s told me that through the years. I did some things that never panned out. But it was an experience that I went through that I’d take a little bit out of it and put it with the rest. He’s always been there saying, “You can do it,” a lot of times when I really needed it. Because of “Hee Haw,” did you begin to be recognized more? I was on an airplane one time, just after filming the Tonight Show in New York, on a shuttle flight that ran from New York LaGuardia to Baltimore. So I found out (that) if I was to tape the show in New York, I could be back home by the time it aired that night. I’m sitting there with makeup on trying not to be noticed and these two guys walk by and say, “Hey Harry, look! Hee Haw!” And I said, “I’m guilty.” That’s just amazing, the scope of people that watched that show. Did you ever meet anybody that was so larger than life that they just knocked your socks off? Well, well, well. Bob Hope was one. When I hosted the Tonight Show, Bob Hope was the first guest that I had. So I’m thinking, “Now what am I gonna ask Bob Hope that he has not been asked 100 times before?” And soon as the curtain went up and I introduced him, he jumped right in. He could tell I was a little uneasy in my role of sitting in the seat that Johnny Carson owned.

Who do you view as continuing your legacy? I tell you, I went out and saw Garth (Brooks) when he played the one-man show on the (Las Vegas) strip. I thought, “Man, that’s got to be a hard set to do, especially in Vegas.” But I went out to see his show and it blew me away. It has to be one of the best shows I’ve ever seen, and that’s been a bunch. Jim Halsey has said that in the Soviet Union, even though you weren’t going to talk about politics or religion, you would end the concert with a gospel song about Jesus. Is that true? They just wanted to hear the harmony of the Oak Ridge Boys. And you know how it is with a country boy, you tell him not to do something, he’s gonna do his best to do it. Don’t tell us not to mention Jesus.

What defines a star to you? When I was playing square dance music, we played in Baltimore at the Hippodrome Theatre and this was like 1948; I was just a kid. The star of the show was Hank Williams Sr. Not Junior. I would just, later in life, think, “What was it he had? What magic did he have? Something that comes from within him?” And all he did was stand there and sing. He didn’t do gyrations or anything. But what is it? And to this day, I don’t know. Charisma, I guess you’d call it. But it was just something that came from within.

Many people call you a star. What do you think it is that people recognize in you as charisma? I think probably that I’m honest. I’m honest in my thoughts. And I don’t take credit for it. But I have never envied anyone else. I want to see everybody successful. That means that there’s room somewhere for me. If it’s a closed shop, and nobody gets in, then I don’t get in. Just do as much good as you can do. tþ

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Tommy Crook, Tommy Tripplehorn, Jana Jae, Steve Pryor and Mark Bruner have all enjoyed successful musical careers, yet still call Tulsa home.

If someone

were to map the world’s musical family tree, they’d find a strong branch in Tulsa.

“Tulsa has always been a music mecca with great energy,” says famed music manager Jim Halsey, who has promoted some of the city’s most famous artists.

Many Tulsa musicians have enjoyed successful careers, a number of them have played together, and a few — profiled here — have also chosen to make Tulsa their home.

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Tommy Crook b. February 16, 1944 Central High School, Class of 1962 Instrument of choice: Guitar (finger-style electric) Musical beginnings and influences: “My father played guitar. When I was 4 years old my father bought me a guitar because I always showed interest in it. I was the world’s youngest square dance caller and that’s how I really started.”

Describe your early Tulsa music scene memories: “Every Saturday night at the Rialto Theater down there on Third Street they had a stage show. This is really back before television, around 1953, 1954. They were still having a double feature on Saturday nights with a stage show between movies. They would bring in some special guests. And everything then was hillbilly. There wasn’t any country, swing or rock ‘n’ roll. That word hadn’t been said yet. “You gotta remember that back in the ‘50s, there wasn’t a whole lot of organized bands and music. They really didn’t have good amplifiers and equipment. They were just getting technology to where you could play guitar without it squeakin’ and squawkin’ and feedin’ back and stuff. “When I got into junior high school, a thing

called rock ‘n’ roll was coming along. I noticed that the guitar players seemed to attract the girls. And that was my motivation for about the next 50 years.”

might’ve been in ’56. And that was an unbelievable moment for me to see Elvis Presley playing live with just a trio. It really made an impression on me.”

Played with (among others): Russell Bridges (later known as Leon Russell,) J.J. Cale, David Gates (later of Bread), Jimmy Markham, Chet Atkins

Musical adventures led you to: Live at Leon Russell’s house in Los Angeles, shortly after Cale wrote and recorded “After Midnight.” Later, recorded and toured with Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band on the Night Moves tour, success with Teegarden & VanWinkle. Recorded Eric Clapton and J.J. Cale at Natura Digital Studio.

Tommy’s response to Chet: Chet Atkins once said to Johnny Carson that Tommy Crook was a better guitar player than Chet himself. Tommy’s reply? “Yeah, he said it, but so what,” Tommy says. “That’s just a nice compliment. Chet always said nice things about everyone, so I didn’t take that too seriously. It’s a nice thing for a guy to say but talk is cheap.” You came back to Tulsa because: “All of those guys went to California. I never did. All those people got those jobs because of Leon. Leon stood above all the rest of us. He was not only everybody’s favorite piano player, great piano player, but he just had this knack for knowing what to play at the right time. But Leon was such a big help for everybody getting them jobs because he was like the No. 1 studio musician out there.” Can Tulsans still see him perform? Crook still plays private events.

David Teegarden Sr. b. November 15, 1945 in Tulsa Instrument of choice: Drums and “Tape Recorders” Played with (among others): Teegarden & Van Winkle, J.J. Cale, Eric Clapton, Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band Musical beginnings and influences: “My brother was on a music scholarship at TU playing trombone in the band. Through his love of music, I was introduced to music at a really, really young age. “My sister took me to see Elvis Presley at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. It

Learning with J.J. Cale: “A lot of people thought I was some kind of electronic genius because I loved tape recorders. I had gotten friendly with J.J. Cale who would live here and in California and then back again. He was into tape recorders, too, and kind of took me under his wing.” Living at Leon’s: “Leon would leave the house in the mornings around 9:30 or so, just when J.J. Cale would drive up on his moped. Leon would let Cale work all day in the studio. Cale was learning how to write and construct his music. I really worked under Cale’s tutelage. He was real sweet to show me how everything worked. I would help him all day long and Leon would come home in the evenings from being in the studio all day. I would go with him over to his girlfriend’s house and we’d eat dinner. Then we’d come back to the studio and he’d intently listen to all the stuff Cale had worked on throughout the day.” Can Tulsans still see him perform? David Teegarden Sr. owns and operates Natura Digital Studios in Beggs, Okla., with plans in the works to re-locate to Tulsa near Leon Russell’s former Church Studio.

Steve Pryor b. December 27, 1955 in Tulsa Instrument of choice: Electric guitar (“My favorite guitar is my ’64 black Fender Stratocaster. And I have a black ’64 Fender Vibraverb that goes with it real good.”)

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Musical beginnings and influences: “I told my Mom I wanted to play guitar. She ended up getting me one of those toy guitars, you know, with a little crank on it. You’d have to turn the crank to make it play a little tune. I got real mad, threw it in the fireplace, told them I wanted a real guitar. So I ended up getting a guitar in 1963 for Christmas. “It was right after high school that I found Mike Bruce. He’s deceased now but he was a great teacher and great player. He played with B.B. King and Bobby Bland. He really set me in the right direction.”

man and Jesse Aycock. He is also nearing completion of his latest record, which he recorded live in the Church Studio.

Musical adventures led to: Moving from Tulsa to Los Angeles in 1977 with the Old Dog Band. He returned to Tulsa and continued playing with Jimmy Markham and Jim Sweney until moving to New York City in 1983 and touring with Paul Butterfield Band. After a successful run, Pryor made his way back to Tulsa where he formed Steve Pryor and the Kingsnakes. He again ventured to California, this time landing deals that led him on a national tour as opening band for The Fabulous Thunderbirds, a group originated by Kim Wilson and Jimmy Vaughn, Stevie Ray Vaughn’s brother.

Jimmy Markham

Proudest musical moments: “I would say meeting Muddy Waters and touring with the Fabulous Thunderbirds were two of my favorite things. Meeting Muddy Waters, that was great. That was like touching the hem of the garment of the messiah to me. He’s the guy that really took blues from being an acoustic thing down on the corner to a big electric thing in Chicago.” You came back to Tulsa because: “I came back in ’96 and pretty much stayed here ever since. I’d always move to New York or Austin or L.A. and I’d just get homesick. I had so many friends that I grew up playing with around here, and I’m kind of a control freak. I like being in control of what I’m doing more than how the big industry was going for a while.” Can Tulsans still see him perform? Yes, with his own band and with local musicians such as Paul Benja-

REGULAR SHOWS: The Colony — First Saturday of each month, 10 p.m. The Shrine — Second Thursday of each month, 10 p.m. The Dusty Dog — Every Monday night at 6 p.m. – acoustic music EDITORS NOTE: Visit TulsaPeople. com/NewTulsaSound for an online exclusive about Pryor.

b. March 16, 1941 in Pryor, Okla. Instrument of choice: Blues harp (harmonica) Musical beginnings and influences: Markham began playing trumpet in grade school in Chouteau, and picked up harmonica while touring in his 20s. Describing 1950s Tulsa music scene memories: “I cut my teeth over on the north side. There were at one time some beautiful nightclubs over there that had everything going on. B.B. King played over there, Billie Holiday played over there one New Year’s Eve. I was there for Ray Charles and Little Richard and Jackie Wilson. It was only on that side of town and it was never advertised over here — on the south side of the railroad tracks, across Archer Street. Never.” Musical adventures led to … Markham playing and recording in Oklahoma City before moving to Los Angeles with Leon Russell where he spent most of the 1960s. He spent time back in Tulsa in the 1970s and later worked for Russell in Nashville. Proudest musical moments: “Probably the No. 1 thing I’m most proud of is meeting Jimmy Reed and hanging out with him for a few days out in California. He was a huge recording

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Seven music legends chose to come home to continue their careers.

Take me back to Tulsa Continued from p. 43 artist on Vee-Jay Records in the ‘50s. He had hit after hit after hit.” You came back to Tulsa because: “I did about 10 years in California, just played clubs out there, different type clubs, met a lot of people. This was ‘61, all through the ‘60s. And I came back from California at Christmas of 1969. I really just got tired of it. Then, it was so overwhelming, a major city. I felt like I couldn’t get my feet on the ground, so I thought, ‘I better get back to Oklahoma.’” Can Tulsans still see him perform? Markham completed a regional live music tour with B.B. King in Jan. 2013. He continues to perform and teach music through workshops.

Mark Bruner b. March 28, 1953 in Frederick, Okla. Instrument of choice: Finger-style guitar Describe a few of your musical adventures: (After settling in Tulsa, for a brief time Mark enjoyed the touring life with acts such as Ronnie Dunn and Gus Hardin.) “Ronnie used to live over there across from Philbrook, and we’d sit over there and try to write songs in that house — that house directly right across from Philbrook. We went over there all the time, rehearsed over there, all those kind of things.” “Gus Hardin hired my band too and she had a hit called ‘All Tangled Up in Love.’ She said, ‘Mark I want you and your whole band.’ I said, ‘Well, this is not gonna be cheap,’ and she said, ‘Well, RCA’s gonna pay for everything.’ So we had a beautiful tour bus and all that.” A 1980s Tulsa music scene: “We were one of the first bands to play at the south location of Magician’s Theater. It wasn’t there long. I played the (Nine of) Cups only a couple of times because our organ player had a Hammond B3 that we hauled up those stairs and enough of that was enough of that. “The Bruner-Strader Blues Project really cemented everything for me. It was myself and Jimmy Strader. Jimmy is no longer with us. It also had Spencer Sutton, keyboard player, who is still here and my dear friend, and Rick Heck on drums. We were at Joey’s for four years on a Monday and a Tuesday — unheard of for those days to have a gig on a Monday and a Tuesday for that long.

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“It was all about dancing, you definitely needed to have dance material. So that was kind of what the nightclub scene was like. The nightclubs in those days didn’t have food. We were all seriously just getting our drink on.” (In 1988, Bruner brought his music to the Full Moon Café on Cherry Street.) “You can’t imagine how hot the Full Moon was. Virtually every weekend there was a line down the sidewalk to get in. People would call my house to get me to sneak them in through the kitchen. The fire marshal was there all the time escorting people out because there were too many bodies in there.” Who were your best musical partnerships? “Along the way, in the late ‘90s, early 2000s, I started working on and off with Tommy Crook. (It was) one of the great joys of my life. One of the greatest things ever for me on several levels. Tommy was not only a super talent who I got along with well, I also got to see what a real solo career was like in small town America. (Bruner also regularly performs in a duo with stringed instrument master Shelby Eicher.) “What Shelby Eicher and I have done has been the meat and potatoes. Shelby’s done a lot. Of course, he was with Roy Clark for 10 or 12 years doing everything, live and on TV, a lot of ‘Hee Haw.’ When it comes down to it, we’re a couple of stubborn old Germans who have strong work ethics. Both his parents and my parents are like that. We wanted to make a business and we did. And it’s been really great. He and I really get along on that level and he’s a really great musician.” Proudest musical moments: “I started my acoustic solo career in 1995. Put out my first solo CD. It’s in its third pressing. I’m very proud of that. “I won four Oklahoma state finger-style guitar titles. I’m really proud of that.” You came back to Tulsa because: “I had enough touring experience with Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn. That was ’84, right when I came to Tulsa. … I came home to pursue the middle path with a fervor. With a passion. This is where it is for me. “In the last 10 years I’ve focused on my solo guitar career and that’s been really inspired by Tommy (Crook). It’s a really difficult thing to do.” Can Tulsans still see him perform? Yes — at Full Moon Café every

Wednesday and Sunday night and at Ti Amo every Thursday night.

Jana Jae b. August 30, 1942 in Great Falls, Mont. Instrument of choice: Violin — classical and fiddle Musical beginnings and influences: Raised in Idaho in a musical family, Jana Jay moved to Tulsa in the early 1980s. “My Granddaddy taught me oldtime fiddle tunes. He was a champion fiddle player. That opened up a new dawn. I found when I would do concertos and practice, I would get polite applause. Then when I would do one of Granddaddy’s hoedowns for an encore, I would bring the house down. So I learned at an early age that the fiddling sort of has such a strong rhythm and the contrast from the classical (that it is) really is what brought such surprise and amazement from an audience. So I used that. I learned at an early age that worked. “Now it’s kind of the reverse. My country shows I’ll put in a classical tune and that contrast delights people. The show fiddling opened up a whole new life — ‘Orange Blossom Special,’ ‘Black Mountain Rag,’ that sort of thing.” Musical adventures led you to … “Sam Lovello (the producer of ‘Hee Haw’) suggested that I contact Jim Halsey because he was the big manager, music business manager. So I did. They began booking me, Jim Halsey & Co. I was living in California at the time — Burbank and Bakersfield. I was traveling so much that they suggested I just move to Tulsa. I loved the town, the culture, and it was better for the kids. I was on ‘Hee Haw’ for about the last five or six years they filmed.” Jae has appeared musically with: Mel Tillis, Ricky Skaggs, Chet Atkins, Roy Clark, The Oak Ridge Boys, Buck Owens Proudest musical moments: “They convinced me to come to save a school string program in Redding, Calif. Well, the string program was four students; it was practically non-existent. So I led workshops and by the end we had over 250 kids enrolled. That string program, I’m really proud of that because it is still ongoing. It’s huge. … “We have had four generations on

stage — Mom and Daddy, me, my daughter and her kids. People are really delighted with the family experience. I love encouraging families to play. We always say, ‘The family that plays together stays together.’” You came to Tulsa because: “Tulsa has been marvelous because it’s central, easy to travel in and out, and it’s wonderful, (for example) the Bob Wills history. Marvelous orchestras and I still play lots of chamber music and in orchestras and now I solo with orchestras. Tulsa has just been a Godsend.” Can Tulsans still see her perform? Jae travels and plays various functions as well as teaching workshops, fiddle camps and music festivals, especially in Grove, Okla. Her schedule is available online at JanaJae. com.

Tommy Tripplehorn b. Feb. 2, 1944 in Tulsa Instrument of choice: Guitar and piano Played with (among others): The Wrecking Crew, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, Tommy Crook, Bill Davis, Carl Radle, Gary Gillmore, David Teegarden, Jimmy Markham, Don Nix, Jimmy Page Musical beginnings and influences: “I saw a friend of mine named Bill Ramsay playing guitar at church camp. He was sitting in the back seat kinda playing some blues stuff and I thought, ‘Well shoot, I could do that.’ So Gary Gillmore and I started playing together. I was totally self-taught. Strictly by ear. I could hear the music and once I heard it I could play it.” Tripplehorn also enjoyed afterschool jams with classmate Tommy Crook. Musical adventures led to: After playing with Jimmy Markham regionally and studying piano at The University of Tulsa, Tommy received a phone call from an old friend with an opportunity. “I got a call from Tulsa native and bass guitarist Carl Radle (who) said that he and Leon (Russell) wanted me to come back to Los Angeles and work with Gary Lewis and the Playboys. So I thought, now we’re talking. This is a real gig. So I met the band in Oklahoma City and started working with them.” Tripplehorn moved to Los Angeles with Radle where they lived in Russell’s

legendary “Skyhill” house, encountering moments of musical magic. “We worked with what is now called the Wrecking Crew, which is a select group of players in Los Angeles,” he says. “Carl and I were some of the few people allowed into the Wrecking Crew. So we actually played along with Leon. Of course, Leon was part of the Wrecking Crew. So now, looking back on it, I was really in a very fortunate place. I was so young.” Tripplehorn also enjoyed national tours and making hit records with Gary Lewis. “Gary would always pull a prank. Every time you’d yawn, he’d shove his finger down your throat. “I remember when we did the Ed Sullivan Show. We did it twice and Gary might have appeared on there three times maybe. I remember when I met Ed Sullivan. He smiled and his teeth were all yellow. I mean, I guess they were false teeth. But, gosh darn! It blew me away. “I worked with Gary about a year and a half. I came back here in probably February of 1966 because Gary had been drafted.”

He came back to Tulsa because: “Carl Radle stayed in LA and ended up playing with Joe Cocker and the Mad Dogs & Englishmen and then on to working with Eric Clapton. Which was fine with me because I really, you know, I didn’t really like the road all that much. It was fun but you know. You just get tired of the hotel rooms.” Tripplehorn remained in Tulsa from then on, playing music with Bill Davis Band and many other lifelong musician friends. Can Tulsans still see you perform? “Nope. Just painting. Somebody asked me a while back, ‘Do you get the same thrill?’ I said, ‘Yes, I get the same thrill creating artwork because I’m creating original pieces.’ And the creativity is all improvisation is. All of us do that. All the musicians in this article have learned to improvise. That’s creativity on the move.” tþ EDITOR’S NOTE: Tommy Tripplehorn is the father of film and television actress Jeanne Tripplehorn, who grew up in Tulsa.

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SCENE 10 bands and artists carrying on a local legacy and setting the Tulsa music landscape ablaze. by MATT CAUTHRON • With contributions by JARROD GOLLIHARE

The world-famous Tulsa Sound movement vaulted to the forefront of popular rock music in the 1970s thanks to ambassadors such as Leon Russell and the late, great J.J. Cale. The musical style had a distinctive flavor — drawing on rock, blues, country, rockabilly and jazz influences to create a hybrid that was uniquely Tulsan. But beyond the actual music, the Tulsa Sound players were a tight-knit community. They played together, supported each other, and eventually brought each other along when the national stage came calling. Today in Tulsa, a new generation of musicians carries on that legacy. This group doesn’t necessarily have a unifying sound or style, other than a

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collective boatload of talent among them, but they carry Tulsa’s torch with the same spirit of community and family that fueled their predecessors. This fellowship of bands and artists spans styles and genres — from folk, country and blues influences to the far reaches of experimental jazz, indie rock and hip-hop — and they stand at the vanguard of this city’s ongoing cultural renaissance, providing a vivid soundtrack for an increasingly revitalized community. Here, we introduce you to a selection of the brightest stars from this local musical family. Meet the New Tulsa Sound.

PAUL BENJAMAN BAND

erhaps no other musician in Tulsa defines what has come to be known as the New Tulsa Sound better than Paul Benjaman. With his signature aviator shades, his joyful ear-to-ear smile and his virtuosic guitar licks, Benjaman has emerged as the universally admired elder statesman of the city’s current music scene. Besides having played consistently in various bands in Tulsa since the late ’90s, and having taught lessons to many of the city’s finest guitarists, Benjaman is also a torch-bearer for Tulsa’s rich musical tradition. He speaks reverently of his musical forebears, and says he tries to approach the current scene with the same sense of community they cultivated. “The whole New Tulsa Sound thing, we just thought it related to the vibe that was going on in the ’70s, when Tulsa was a little music center, off the map,” he says. “Then the next thing you know Leon Russell is out in California, and when people start approaching him about putting together bands, he starts bringing along all these Tulsa guys. It became this little haven of session players.” Benjaman likens that mindset of support and camaraderie to the current collective of artists. “Right now we’ve got so many skilled musicians in Tulsa that it has become a similar vibe, a very communal kind of thing. We’ll sit in with each other’s bands so much that people are out in the crowd confused, going, ‘Wait, whose band is this now?’” he laughs. “Now that a lot of these bands are growing and getting out there on the road and raising their profiles, hopefully we’ll handle that growth with the same kind of attitude.”

Paul Benjaman (lead guitar, vocals); Jesse Aycock (lap steel guitar); Andrew Bones (drums); Bo Hallford (bass); not pictured, Jeff Newsome (keys) Lineup: Paul Benjaman (lead guitar, vocals); Jesse Aycock (lap steel guitar); Bo Hallford (bass); Andrew Bones (drums); Jeff Newsome (keys) Sounds like: Original Tulsa Sound heroes J.J. Cale and Leon Russell. Highlighted by Benjaman’s blistering but intricate lead guitar licks. Listen to this song: “Them Tulsa Boys” 2013 and beyond: Entered the studio to record material for a new record in August. TulsaPeople.com

DUSTIN PITTSLEY & JESSE AYCOCK

DUSTIN PITTSLEY BAND Lineup: Dustin Pittsley (guitar); Donnie Wood (bass); Chris Kyle (keys); David Teegarden (drums) Sounds like: Early-era Gov’t Mule. Blues-rock with a distinct groove, led by Pittsley’s wailing lead guitar. Listen to this song: “I’m at Home” 2013 and beyond: Has the beginnings of a new album, and plans to get in a studio with his band soon. Will continue to tour the surrounding region.

Jesse Aycock and Dustin Pittsley

JESSE AYCOCK Sounds like: Soulful folk-rock with shades of early-era Gram Parsons or late-era John Lennon. Listen to this song: “Without You” 2013 and beyond: Preparing to release his latest solo album, which he recorded with Neal Casal (lead guitar) and George Sluppick (drums) of the Chris Robinson Brotherhood, as well as long-time collaborator Eric Arndt (bass).

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ustin Pittsley and Jesse Aycock have played in several bands together over the years, but these days each has his own musical pursuits. Pittsley fronts the blues-rock band that bears his name and Aycock has been touring nationally with Americana band The Secret Sisters, playing steel guitar for the Paul Benjaman Band, and continuing to write and perform his own tunes. But any discussion of Tulsa music, particularly the New Tulsa Sound, must eventually lead back to the auspicious pairing of these two musicians, and the dual showcase they created around 2005 called Higher Education. That showcase’s long-running regular gig at McNellie’s has been pointed to by several of the musicians featured here, as well as longtime fans of the local scene, as a turning point for the current Tulsa music landscape.

“All these musicians started showing up,” Pittsley says. “Paul (Benjaman) would get up and play some tunes, Beau (Roberson) would play some tunes. We just tried to make it really open to a lot of musicians.” Aycock credits that shared sense of openness and inclusion with a kind of sea change in the general vibe among those musicians. “Until that time, it seemed like everyone was always competing for gigs,” says Aycock. “But with Higher Ed, everyone started playing together a lot more often and it became much more of a community.” Pittsley adds: “And that community of people just kept showing up, and gradually that became the New Tulsa Sound group. We didn’t plan it that way. That’s just kind of how everybody came together. “And we all really stuck together.”

FIAWNA FORTÉ

iawna Forté says she can’t remember a time in her life when she wasn’t involved in some kind of music making. Growing up in a very musical household, it just came naturally to her. “My family played a lot of bluegrass,” says Forté. “When I was a little kid I’d sit in the corner watching them. We have a lot of funny photos of me holding some little homemade banjo made out of a paper towel roll or whatever.” By the time she was in her late teens, Forté had begun playing solo acoustic sets around town that showcased not only her guitar skills, but also her powerhouse vocals and ever expanding songwriting prowess. But she wanted more. “I really wanted to play rock ’n’ roll music,” says Forté, “and you have to have a band to do that. I wanted to be Ann and Nancy Wilson combined.” In 2008 she introduced her full electric band, which promptly blew the doors off every club they played in Tulsa and beyond. Her 2010 debut CD, Transitus — a seamless blend of atmospheric beauty and raw, earthy power that won widespread critical acclaim for the combo — helped land Fiawna Forté in the Boston Phoenix’s “50 Bands/50 States” issue as the top band in Oklahoma. — Jarrod Gollihare

Lineup: Fiawna Forté (guitar, keyboard, vocals); Phillip Hanewinkel (drums); plus a rotating lineup consisting of Davey Rumsey, Kyle Reid, and Nathan Wright (lead guitar); and Lenora Gauldin and Johnny Carlton (double bass) Sounds like: An interesting conversation between Chrissie Hynde, Wanda Jackson and P.J. Harvey that gets interrupted by Jack White with a massive stack of amplifiers. And they’re all OK with it. Listen to this song: “I’d Rather Die” 2013 and beyond: Plans to record a rockabillyinfluenced record for her second release. To fund the project, she has released an acoustic record, the aptly titled The Album to Fund the Album. For details, visit www.foefumrecords.com. TulsaPeople.com

Jeremy Charles

t’s a familiar tale. Boy meets girl. Boy asks girl to sing harmonies on a couple of the songs he’s recording. Girl reluctantly agrees. Boy convinces girl to come on stage during a gig, despite her apprehension. Five years and countless gigs later, boy and girl are among the most popular music acts in Tulsa, finishing up a new album, planning an autumn wedding and gearing up to hit the road and take their tunes nationwide. OK. Maybe it’s not that familiar a tale. But it’s how Desirae Roses and Cody Clinton became the folk-rock duo Desi & Cody, and to hear them tell it, the tale is just getting started. “Before, as far as records go — it was either Desi or it was Cody,” says Clinton. “The record we’re making now is going to be the actual beginning of Desi & Cody.” That record has been a long time in the making. All the material is fine-tuned and the music recorded, but the remaining hurdle is to get the recordings mixed and to get the physical albums pressed and distributed. To jump that hurdle, the pair is taking the modern, independent route by asking fans to chip in via a campaign on the increasingly popular crowd-funding website Kickstarter (see sidebar for more). “We’ve put a lot of resources into this,” Roses says. “But ultimately, the path we decided to take, it will sound better when it’s done. And that’s the most important thing.”

Desi & Cody Lineup: Desirae Roses (vocals); Cody Clinton (vocals, guitar) Sounds like: Bright folk-rock harmonies reminiscent of the Mamas and the Papas, with an indie flavor akin to She & Him. Listen to this song: “Dog Days Comin” 2013 and beyond: Planning to finish their new record with funds raised via Kickstarter. The duo offers several packages in return for various donation tiers. “We went out of our way to make sure we’re not getting handouts,” Clinton says. “We want people to get something for contributing.” To contribute, visit kickstarter.com and search for “Desi and Cody.”

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Desirae Roses and Cody Clinton

Wink Burcham

Sounds like: John Prine, Townes Van Zandt. Stripped-down country-blues complemented by heartfelt lyrical storytelling. Listen to this song: “Town in Oklahoma” 2013 and beyond: Plans to release a pair of live albums — a solo performance recorded at the Church Studio and a compilation of recordings from his weekly gig at Mercury Lounge accompanied by the Low Dogs string band.

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t first glance, Wink Burcham — with his ever-present trucker hat, scraggly beard and a cigarette dangling from his mouth — has the look of a country-blues troubadour from a bygone era. Then he sits down on a chair with nothing but an acoustic guitar, and with his earthy, gravel-tinged voice he belts out a song — a story, really — about small town Oklahoma, or about his father, or about life and death, love and loneliness, heartbreak and redemption. It doesn’t take long to realize it’s not just the look. It’s the whole package. “I care more about the lyrics to a song than I do necessarily to the arrangement or the instrumentation,” Burcham says. “A good enough song can carry itself, stand on its own.” Growing up, Burcham says he would sit fascinated as his aunts and uncles played music of all kinds, which led him to take a serious interest in songwriting as a teenager. He began trying out his early material at open mic nights, and was eventually offered a standing Thursday night gig at Gypsy Coffee House, playing for “coffee and muffins,” he says with a laugh. But that gig led to another, and another, until eventually his entire week was booked. More than 10 years later, a seasoned veteran of the Tulsa music scene and beyond, Burcham’s focus now is less on booking gigs than on creating more and more music. “I want to get out into the country with some solitude and write some songs,” he says. “Back at my roots in the middle of nowhere, no distractions. Just me and the dogs. Hopefully something good will come out of that.”

Chris Combs & Josh Raymer G

uitarist Chris Combs and drummer Josh Raymer are everywhere. Besides their duties as one-half of the international modern jazz sensation Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, the two have their hands in a variety of projects covering a wide swath of genres and styles. Both are founding members of the horn-driven, jazz-funk combo Gogo Plumbay; they’re now permanent members of the indie rock outfit Dead Sea Choir; and they’ve recently set out on a bold new course, teaming up for the instrumental hip-hop duo Booomclap. “Booomclap has all these different types of musical personalities in there, elements we’re able to bring in from all our other projects,” Combs says. “Raymer and I have worked together under so many different circumstances now, it’s fun to have a thing

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where it’s just the two of us, and we can utilize all the other stuff. We can go anywhere.” To hear the “hip-hop dance party” that is Booomclap, one would never believe a two-man collaboration is making all those sounds. Besides Raymer’s jazz-inflected, groove-dripping drums and Combs’ inventive guitar work, Combs also mans a synthesizer and manipulates a computer program full of effects and samples that Combs himself produced during a two-year stretch of recording and experimenting. “I hate the idea of a laptop on stage,” Combs says. “I’ve hated it my whole life. But with this setup it’s truly another instrument. I’m not up there pushing a button. “I like having no rules creatively. Whatever we can do to get the most sound out of two people, and get people out there dancing, we’re gonna do it.”

Josh Raymer and Chris Combs

Bands: Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, Gogo Plumbay, Dead Sea Choir, Booomclap Listen to these songs: Booomclap’s video mix tape “Alison Underland;” Gogo Plumbay’s “Okie Locate” 2013 and beyond: The pair’s main focus at the moment is on expanding the material and profile for their hip-hop duo Booomclap. As for established local favorite Gogo Plumbay, Combs says, “Gogo is its own little spirit animal. It kind of takes care of itself and tells us what to do.”

AND THERE STAND EMPIRES Clockwise from top left: Clay Welch, Julia Hangs, Daniel Sutliff, James Plumlee and Hank Hanewinkel

Photos courtesy of And There Stand Empires

Lineup: James Plumlee (bass); Daniel Sutliff (keys, bass); Clay Welch (guitar); Julia Hangs (keys); Hank Hanewinkel (drums) Sounds like: “Somewhere between (Memphis ‘crust-punk’ pioneers) His Hero is Gone and (minimalist composer) Steve Reich.

With maybe some ‘Bitches Brew’-era Miles Davis influences,” says Plumlee. Listen to this song: “81st Order” 2013 and beyond: Began recording a new full-length album in August.

nd There Stand Empires was created with an attitude of defiance. James Plumlee and Daniel Sutliff, bass players both, began writing music together more than 10 years ago, steadfast in the idea that the bass guitar could stand on its own as more than just a rhythm instrument. “I fought having a guitar for years,” says Plumlee. “It was two basses and a drummer, and that was it. I always said, ‘We can do this without a guitar!’” The band has evolved since those early days, adding Plumlee’s now-wife Julia Hangs on piano and Hank Hanewinkel on drums. And yes, despite all those early proclamations, the band now features Clay Welch on electric guitar. “I fought it and fought it,” Plumlee says. “But once Clay got in there, it was like, ‘Oh. Right. This makes us better.’ When you get the right guitar player, you realize how much more you can do.” The all-instrumental quintet’s sound has matured along with its lineup, evolving from a harder-edged, improvisational style to more intricately-crafted arrangements — still retaining some bombastic, heavy metal influences. Plumlee likens the band’s sound to a film score. “There are a lot of dynamics,” he says. “We’re taking you through a bunch of different scenes with one song — here’s the pretty part; here’s the sludgy kind of part. “Hopefully you’ve kind of gone through a lot of different emotions and feelings,” he says with a grin, “and hopefully you don’t hate any of it.” TulsaPeople.com

VANDEVANDER S

ilver linings really do exist. Sometimes a seemingly bad situation can lead to unexpectedly good results — and Matt Vandevander is a prime example of that. As co-founder and guitarist for the muchloved Tulsa pop-rock combo The Hero Factor, his future was looking bright several years ago when the band inked a national record deal. But when the band unexpectedly dissolved before releasing its full-length label debut, Vandevander found himself in the position of having to start all over again. So he took matters into his own hands and formed Vandevander along with The Hero Factor bandmates Eric Arndt (bass/backing vocals) and Nathan Price (drums/art). Initially conceived as a cover band, The Meerkats, that performed an eclectic mix of vintage rock and pop songs, the project quickly evolved into a gritty, soulful original act that specializes in gloriously overdriven hard rock — equal parts old school MC5 swagger and current alterna-blues howl (a la The Black Keys).

The band has released a trilogy of EPs (one of which has an accompanying DVD documentary, available at Ida Red Boutique) since forming, which were eventually combined into 2010’s fantastic full-length CD, The Great State of Vandevander. “It’s basically the human grief cycle written into musical form,” says Vandevander. “It’s meant to be listened to from top to bottom.” Impressively, their music has now been used in 138 different TV shows and commercials for shows on all three major networks and cable, including hits such as The Big Bang Theory, American Idol, How I Met Your Mother, and Hawaii Five-O (to name just a few) and in ads for companies such as Volkswagen and Toyota. — Jarrod Gollihare

Matt Vandevander

Lineup: Matt Vandevander (vocals, guitar), Eric Arndt (bass, vocals), Nathan Price (drums) Sounds like: A prominent foundation of Led Zeppelin-inspired rock with dustings of White Stripes and Wolfmother influences. Listen to this song: “The Wicked Dance”

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2013 and beyond: Since the release of The Great State of Vandevander, the band has concentrated on releasing singles instead of full-length CDs. “Why put a few thousand dollars into an album that takes you over a year to make?” says Vandevander. “I’d rather just stay active.” So far the band has released five, and Vandevander predicts a few more will be made available by year’s end.

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ilgrim front man Beau Roberson plays his acoustic guitar with a driving, freight-train groove; his voice drifts out with a delicate lilt. Then inevitably, without warning, he rears back and lets loose his signature, bellowing growl, and Pilgrim suddenly transforms from a mild-mannered alt-country outfit to a vessel of foot-stomping, wall-rattling, honestto-god rock ‘n’ roll. Roberson has been writing songs and playing guitar since his high school days, but he cut his teeth as a performer with a long-running, regular Sunday night gig at The Colony starting around 2008. He slowly built a following, playing his original tunes with any band he could pull together on a given night, until gradually he formed the group that became Pilgrim. “This is my dream band,” he says of

the current lineup. “I’ve followed these guys and watched them play for years. None of them even knew who I was. “I’d sort of fantasize that one night Cody Clinton would see me play and come up to me after the show and say, ‘Hey, if you ever need a lead guitar player, give me a call.’ Sure enough, one night it happened. It was pretty much the same way with all these guys.” Even with a fiercely loyal following that routinely shakes the dance floor any time Pilgrim takes the stage, the self-deprecating Roberson is always quick to deflect praise of any kind. “As I like to say: Just try not to suck,” he says. “That’s my philosophy of life. Try not to suck.” He adds with a chuckle, “maybe that’ll be the name of the next record.” tþ

Chris Kyle, Paddy Ryan, Beau Roberson, Cody Clinton and Eric Arndt

Lineup: Beau Roberson (vocals, rhythm guitar); Cody Clinton (lead guitar); Eric Arndt (bass); Chris Kyle (keys); Paddy Ryan (drums) Sounds like: If Wilco came up in Oklahoma instead of Chicago. Tight, groove-driven rock with an alt-country flavor. Listen to this song: “My Heart is Mine” 2013 and beyond: “Um … yeah, we’ll probably record sometime soon,” Roberson says with a sheepish grin. “There’s enough material for probably two more albums. I’m just really good at procrastinating.”

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turned his enthusiastic fandom and tireless promotion of Tulsa music into a thriving nonprofit record label. Horton Records has released a slew of albums from local bands and artists, including two compilations featuring the New Tulsa Sound artists. For more on Horton and his label, and to hear music from all the artists featured in this piece, visit TulsaPeople.com/ NewTulsaSound. TulsaPeople.com

Meals on truck wheels by JUDY ALLEN

The food truck phenomenon hits Tulsa and reshapes the dining landscape.

visited Portland, Ore., in 2008, when the food truck craze was just kicking in on both coasts. Back then, there were less than two dozen trucks around the city. I was solo on this particular trip, so I hit as many trucks (or “carts” as they are commonly referred to) as I could in the three days I was there, to fully experience the budding trend. Now I’m told there are more than 500 trucks circling the city at any given time. It would involve a permanent move to even delve into the truck culture there. Fortunately the trend has spread to the rest of the nation. Austin, Kansas City and Cleveland all have a thriving food truck scene. And now we can add Tulsa to that list. There are more than two dozen trucks circling town every day, vending everything from breakfast tacos to cupcakes. Food trucks are the perfect vehicle (pardon the pun) to allow local chefs — and even some

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very talented home cooks — to introduce their personal cuisines. It is most often affordable, and considering the destination aspect, democratic. Plus, it’s fun to see the ingenuity streaming from an 8-by-16-foot kitchen on wheels. The most important factor these trucks face, however, is location, location, location. “You can make it but they won’t necessarily come,” says Chef Teri Fermo of Bohemia, Moveable Feasts. Most trucks rely heavily on social media (mainly Facebook and Twitter) to get the word out on their daily locations. Judging by the lines I have seen forming, food lovers are coming in droves.

Lone Wolf Banh Mi If you ever attend a concert at the Cain’s Ballroom or check out a band at Soundpony you are likely to see the Lone Wolf Banh Mi truck nestled

into a gravel parking lot near the two venues. It seems appropriate since owner Philip Phillips is a musician himself. But how does a musician end up selling Vietnamese sandwiches to hundreds of loyal fans? Several years ago, Phillips had moved to Austin, coincidently across the street from a food truck court. (“I spent six months eating out of my back door,” he says.) The simplicity of the trucks inspired him, especially after he considered opening his own restaurant and learned the financial burden it entailed — a perspective he learned from the chefs he had worked with, including Geoff Van Glabeek (Lava Noshery and Gilcrease), Steven Howard (KoKoa Chocolatier) and Zahidah Hyman (Keo). “I thought this was something I could bring back to Tulsa,” Phillips says. He planned and saved for six years. During that time he had a gig in San Diego. Continued on p. 58

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Best place to sample your way through the food trucks Head out to the gorgeous Guthrie Green every Wednesday, from April through the end of October, for lunch from one of a dozen or so food trucks. Live music, fresh air and a guaranteed delicious lunch from your choice of vendors. Every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Lone Wolf cook Jeff Crow

Guthrie Green: 111 E. Brady St., www.guthriegreen.com

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The food trucks line the Guthrie Green every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Brandon Shelest mans the Mr. Nice Guys window

Crowds await the food truck offerings.

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Clockwise from top left: Kimchi fries; Lone Wolf’s banh mi feature freshly baked baguettes from Antoinette Baking Co.; Andrew Kellough, Brad Muck, Philip Phillips, Danielle Phillips and Jeff Crow; the Lone Wolf truck; Lone Wolf’s coveted banh mi.

“Danielle (now his wife) flew out and we tried banh mi at a little joint there. It was the most exciting food we had eaten in many years.” “A light went off in my head — this is what we have to do!” he says. Before opening, for months they tried out different recipes on friends and family. “Zahidah was the first chef to open my palate to multiple Asian flavors and techniques. Started my love for sweet meats,” he says. What sets Phillips apart from the other trucks in town is his unique offering. Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches are a fusion of both French and Vietnamese cuisines that pairs fresh-baked baguettes (made by Antoinette Baking Co. in Brookside) with honey-ginger pork, lemongrass chicken or citrus-ginger tofu topped with pickled diakon radish and carrot, cilantro and chili-roasted garlic aioli. Lone Wolf preps 150 of them every day in the truck, as well as 100 pounds of potatoes for its kimchi fries (crispy fries topped with spicy, pickled and fermented cabbage, cheese, sliced jalapenos and spicy chili aioli, as well as a fried egg or candied bacon if you so desire). Both routinely sell out within a few hours. Philip and Danielle man the truck with cook Jeff Crow (four’s a crowd, especially in this kitchen, but they can squeeze one more cook in for special events) until they run out of food, which on most nights happens before 9 p.m. In fact, Lone Wolf has sold out all but a handful of times since the truck opened a year ago. It is impressive, watching them cook and assemble in such a small space. “Tulsa has no centralized commissary kitchen,” Phillips says. “Therefore, most food truck chefs are forced to prep entirely in the confines of the trucks. That’s what is going to be necessary to expand Tulsa’s food truck scene.” Phillips recently took home the “Best Chef” award at the annual Blank Canvas cooking competition, beating out a half dozen of Tulsa’s best chefs — the first win for a food truck at the event, or any event in Tulsa. Lone Wolf is celebrating its one-year anniversary this month, as is Antoinette Baking Co., and the two are planning to run specials in celebration. Look for details at TulsaPeople.com. You can find Lone Wolf Wednesday through Sunday from around 6 p.m. until “sellout,” at Soundpony, 409 N. Main St.

Best Bites: • Roast pork banh mi ($6.50) • Kimchi fries ($4)

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• Beignets ($3) Facebook: lonewolftruck Twitter: @lonewolfbanhmi

Local Table Tuck Curren is no newbie to the local restaurant scene. He has been wining and dining locals for more than a decade at his popular restaurant, Biga Vino & Cucina, an ode to all of the regions of Italy. Recently, he purchased a food truck to help carry out a huge catering gig for his other restaurant, the Local Table. He wasn’t sure how the truck would fit in to the future, for he had decided to close the restaurant space of Local Table, opting to focus on the catering aspect instead. Coincidently, however, Guthrie Green’s Food Truck Wednesday was taking off, and Curren’s tasty offerings fit right in. Curren and his wife, Kate, who also spends her days in the truck, originally planned to offer a simple slider menu. The dish was popular at The Local Table, but the pair eventually opted to expand the truck menu to feature a broader selection. They added sandwiches, chicken and waffles, and an edited kid’s menu (grilled cheese and chicken fingers), among a few other dishes, to capture a wider audience. “The menu blends well with who’s around,” Curren says. “Our crowd changes every day.” Curren may have bought the truck to satisfy specific catering needs, but it has thus expanded his catering business immensely. He has been asked to cook for weddings, birthday parties and other events, gathering new customers at each event. One benefit this truck operator has over most others is an actual brick and mortar prep kitchen. Curren’s staff starts the day early at Biga (which is not open for lunch), heading off by 11 a.m. to various locales. After they clear out, Biga’s crew is able to get ready for dinner service. “It sure makes our service easier,” Curren says, “being able to prep in a full-sized kitchen ahead of time, and assemble on site.” Curren’s favorite part of the new endeavor is “the response of the people. They are happy. Everything has been positive, positive, positive.” What is Tuck up to next? “Korean tacos are the next step — basic food that people love (tacos) with a bit of kitsch (short ribs and spicy slaw).” Hey … it started a revolution in LA, right?

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Clockwise from top: Chef and Owner Tuck Curren; Local Table’s tacos; chicken and waffles; the receipts pile up each day; fresh toppings; fried catfish, tomato and lettuce are prepped and ready for the catfish BLT sandwich.

Other food trucks we love:

• Chicken and waffles with chipotle mop and fresh salsa ($8)

Lola’s Caravan: Facebook: LolasCaravan

• Catfish BLT with chipotle tartar sauce ($8)

Pollo al Carbon: Facebook: Search for Pollo-al-Carbon

• Braised short rib sandwich with caramelized onions and blue cheese ($8)

Check out the Facebook page for Tulsa Food Trucks, a central hub posting locations of many of the trucks around town.

Facebook: LocalTableFoodTruck

Mangiamo Truck: Facebook: MangiamoTruck

Facebook: TulsaFoodTrucks

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Bohemia, Moveable Feast Catering

Clockwise from top left: Baked goods; mushroom tacos; Chef Teri Fermo; Bohemia, Moveable Feast’s food truck, Jezebel, features a Hawaiian dancer; foodies line up for a taste of Fermo’s cuisine; sweet potato fries; sliders are one popular offering on the food truck menu.

If you don’t recognize the bohemian beauty Chef Teri Fermo, you may have seen her right-hand gal, Jezebel, scooting about town. The 22-foot-long, custom-painted purple truck makes an appearance every weekend at the west end of the Cherry Street Farmers’ Market (where she has been parked for the last three years) but Jezebel can also be found around town during the week, dishing out breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry customers. Fermo, educated in the culinary arts at the Culinary Institute of America as well as Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, opened her wildly popular mobile restaurant (which features an “international tasting menu”) as a way to incorporate the growing food-truck trend into her already successful catering business, Bohemia, Moveable Feasts. “It’s a cool thing, but a lot of work,” Fermo says. “There is a lot of ‘MacGyvering’ involved. I’ve learned more about mechanics in the past few years than ever in my life.” Even with years of restaurant kitchen experience, the truck is “still a prototype. It is constantly evolving.” Fermo’s cooking has an international flair, with Latin, Asian and French influences. The inspiration for her recipes comes from her own mother’s love for cooking. “She visited Hong Kong back in the ‘60s and tried dim sum for the first time. After that, we were always in search of dim sum when traveling.” Fermo’s menu features a lot of “small bites.” “It is how I like to eat when I go out with friends,” she says. “It’s the best way to share, and you can try more things when you can’t make up your mind.” Overall, Fermo says the food truck is a lot of fun. “It is gratifying to hear people say that they came out just to see you. Every chef wants to hear that, and that they remember what you gave them.” On any given Saturday morning at the farmers’ market, watching the activity in her truck is like peering through the window of an open-kitchen restaurant. There is a managed hustle and bustle as Fermo and company (usually two to three other cooks) bang out breakfast for hungry marketers — myself included. The garlic fried-rice is addictive, and many folks argue over which is her best version of eggs Benedict. I’ll choose the “Miss Piggy Got Ahold of My Crunchy Veg Head” every time — fried okra, bacon and sautéed spinach topped with two poached farm eggs and hollandaise. Fermo uses local ingredients (and those from the farmers’ market) as much as possible. She also sells her dishes through the Oklahoma Food Cooperative (which only offers products made in Oklahoma) as a way to boost sales and spread the word. Judging by the line in front of Jezebel, I would say the word is out.

Best Bites: • Vegetarian Filipino breakfast — garlic fried rice with two over-medium Oklahoma eggs ($6) • Oklahoma-style biscuits and gravy ($5) • Bohemia Benedicts ($10-$12) Facebook: teri.fermo or search Bohemia: Moveable Feast Caterers

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Mr. Nice Guys These “new” guys on the block, Mike Emery, his brother Greg Bollinger, and high-school pals Scot VanTuyl and Brandon Shelest, specialize in “street eats” from around the globe. The idea originated when Emery was living in California, where he picked up recipes and cooking tips during his many surf trips in locales where “street food” tacos were prevalent. After moving back to Oklahoma and finding himself in need of something to do, he set up a taco stand at The Colony bar. When the concept began to take off, Emery bought a truck and got Mr. Nice Guys rolling. He brought in Bollinger and Shelest to help out, but it was the talents of VanTuyl, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, that helped tweak the menu to what it is today. “Scot has way more knowledge about food costs and portioning, something we didn’t know about,” Emery says. “He is also an on-the-fly genius when it comes to cooking and developing recipes.” It’s not a coincidence that tacos are the Nice Guys’ specialty, and the truck has many popular variations from which to choose — carne asada (grilled steak), seared ahi tuna, grilled shrimp, jerk chicken and al pastor (pork). Fresh salsa toppings are made daily to top the tacos. The Guys have also ventured out to new dishes. A recent baked lobster macaroni and cheese special proved popular, as well as Hawaiian pulled pork sliders. Emery also hinted that they are working on a few more “around-the-world eats” to add to the menu — ceviche and tapas for starters. One of the hardest issues this truck owner faces (and most others I have spoken with agree) is trying to stay mobile. “One day the truck is working fine, and the next day, when you have a party for 100, the truck won’t start,” Emery says. “We don’t have the option to show up to work late.” The Guys have all learned to be mechanics — both for the truck itself, but also the cooking equipment inside. “There is a lot to learn about cooking and cars. You just don’t expect how hard it really is,” Emery says. Beyond parking for lunch or dinner service, Mr. Nice Guys is available for all types of events — pool parties, birthdays, festivals and so on. “We want people to eat good food and have a good time,” Emery says. Mr. Nice Guys hopes to add another truck in the future, expand the menu and eventually head south. “There is just no coverage beyond downtown or midtown,” says Emery. I agree, and will be the first in line when they arrive. tþ

Best Bites: • Jerk chicken with dinosaur kale, green onion, on a bed of potato hash topped with a fresh beet slaw ($5)

Clockwise from top: Greg Bollinger, Scot Van Tuyl, Brandon Shelest and Mike Emery; the food truck’s taco menu; seared ahi tuna tacos; a variety of condiments are available to top your order from the food truck; Mr. Nice Guy’s chicken mac ‘n’ cheese.

• Lobster mac ‘n’ cheese ($10) • Carne asada street tacos with onion, cilantro and fresh salsa verde ($6) Facebook: mrniceguystulsa Twitter: @mrniceguystulsa

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Heatwave Supply 1347 South Sheridan Road Tulsa, Oklahoma 74112 (918) 838-9841 www.heatwavesupply.com

Feel the music. VibrAcoustic速 technology brings the transformative forces of music and water together into a bathing experience like no other. Just plug in and play music with a smart phone, tablet, MP3 player or by streaming wirelessly. Then lie back and soak in the sound as rhythms pulse both above and below the waterline, sending sound waves resonating throughout your body. Visit our local KOHLER Showroom to experience the technology for yourself and receive 10% off Embark on an epic journey of music and vibration through the VibrAcoustic速 video.

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All American Remodel 1532 S. Columbia Pl., Florence Park

Master Suite/Office Addition

Masterful workmanship The homeowner of this cottage-style home desperately desired more storage and a master bath. All American Remodel was hired to fulfill the dream. Starting with plans drawn by W Design, All American Remodel removed the Before home’s existing porch and attached deck to construct a two-story stucco addition. To provide access into the kitchen, a new entry was added by removing a window and replacing it with a doorway and small deck. The new entry was designed to serve as a butler’s pantry with an undercounter

Remodeler bio:

wine cooler and custom cabinets. The addition created a first floor master bath area, including a large, custom shower along with enclosed washer/ dryer cabinets. To address the owner’s space needs, custom vanity cabinets were designed to maximize storage and blend with the home’s character and a spacious closet was created just off the bathroom. A custom alternating stair design leads to a massive second floor storage area that also doubles as a secondary office space.

All American Remodel has been serving Tulsa for over 25 years, doing kitchen and bath renovations, as well as room additions and small home repairs. Our attention to detail has earned us many awards including TulsaPeople Magazine’s “Best of Tour” and “Best Kitchen”. Owner Ken Saltink has been chosen as Remodeler of the Year and earned the Certified Graduate Remodeler designation from the National Association of Home Builders.

Ken Saltink, 918-663-1549 allamericanremodel@yahoo.com www.allamericanremodel.com 6

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 15th St. & S. Harvard Ave. Travel west on 15th St. nine blocks. Turn South on Columbia Place and go 1/2 block. Home is located on the west side of the street.

Suppliers*:

Sullivan’s Custom Cabinetry, Harp Service Company, One Way Plumbing, Drywall Repair Specialists, W Design, LLC, Countertop Solutions.

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Milestone Homes, Inc. 1611 S. Rockford Ave., Swan Lake

Whole House Remodel

Midtown makeover The goal of this project was to bring back the character of an early 20th century Craftsmanstyle bungalow. Located in the desirable historic Swan Lake neighborhood just one block south of Cherry Street, this home Before was desperately in need of some updating to meet the needs of a modern lifestyle. Milestone Homes performed a complete renovation to create a three-bedroom, twoand-a-half bath home with a large, updated kitchen, study, living room, dining room, basement and a seasonal transition room. The makeover didn’t stop inside. The

Remodeler bio:

project also included a beautiful Craftsmanstyle remodel of the façade, and the creation of a phenomenal luxury outdoor living area featuring a pizza oven. While the project design kept within the home’s original 1900s character, the construction and details brought in modern technology and materials. The home received an efficiency boost with the addition of foam wall insulation and Andersen windows, helping to lower energy bills and create a more comfortable living space.

Rob Miles has been building quality homes in the Tulsa metro area since 1984. Milestone Homes specializes in the $300,000 to $800,000 market currently found in StoneBrooke. Quality and reputation have built Milestone Homes.

Rob Miles, 918-298-2101 milestone7@sbcglobal.net 8

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 15th St. and S. Peoria Ave. Follow 15th St. east to Rockford Avenue and turn south. Follow Rockford past 16th St. and home will be the third home on the left/east side of the road.

Suppliers*:

W Design, LLC, Custom Closets, Etc.

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Powers Design & Build, LLC 2424 S. Cincinnati Ave., Maple Ridge

Master Suite Addition

Suite Success Like many other homes in the neighborhood, this Maple Ridge home had a dilapidated, detached garage. The owner wanted a new, larger garage with a master suite that was as close to the level of the main home as possible and provided added security measures. The homeowner had not been able to find a company that she was comfortable with to handle the design and build of her project. Then she discovered Powers Design & Build through a direct mail effort the company distributed in the area. Together, Bill Powers and the homeowner worked through the design process and came up with a world-class design that this world traveler really loved. Since the new addition was to be attached to the main home in contrast to the freestanding footprint of the old garage, the remodeler had to

obtain a zoning variance to fit within code requirements. Attaching the structure to the main home was crucial for secure access and convenience. From the beginning to the end, this savvy client made some excellent design choices with help from the Powers team. Custom cherry cabinetry was installed throughout the project, with unique granite, tile, hardware, lighting and other finishes. The result was an excellent flow between the master suite, the garage and the transition into the existing home. The addition includes a custom-paneled and mirrored elevator so the owner can enter the garage securely and go directly from the elevator to either the main level or the master suite level in a matter of seconds, all in complete security.

Remodeler bio: Bill Powers has 33 years of experience in the building industry. Bill is educated in Business Management and Urban Design, which he couples with a natural talent for design and quality to provide clients with a single source for their projects.

Bill Powers, 918-645-6509 powersdesignandbuild@gmail.com www.billpowers.org 10

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 21st St. and S. Peoria Ave. Head west on 21st Street to Cincinnati Avenue and turn south. Follow for four blocks and the home will be on the west/right side of the street at intersection of Cincinnati and 24th Place.

Suppliers*:

M & M Lumber Company, Consolidated Builders Supply, Ferguson Enterprises, Inc., Metal Seams and Tile, Surfaces/ Natural Stone Creations, Woodpro Hardwood Floors, Crestwood Cabinetry

RENHARDWOOD.COM 918.298.4477

The Buckingham Group, Inc. 1230 Hazel Blvd., Maple Ridge

Bathroom Remodel

A modern classic This 1928 Maple Ridge homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two bathrooms were eighty three years old when The Buckingham Group was contracted to provide design-build services for their renovation. From a design perspective the remodeler was faced with two major constraints: preservation of two custom stained glass windows and the architectural restraints of not being able to relocate existing windows and doors. The Ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expectations were; that they retain the period feel of the home while simultaneously providing modern day amenities. Once all elements of the existing bathrooms were removed, the infrastructure

was completely rebuilt. The layout of the larger bathroom was totally recast by incorporating an existing closet and hall into its floor space enabling a large walk in shower to be added. Custom cabinets that replicated the original cabinets of the home were provided adding much needed storage. Custom hexagonal marble floor tiles were installed on the floors and carefully coordinated with custom marble baseboards and shower casing. The floors, granite benches and the shower floor and bench are heated for added comfort. Each bathroom is outfitted with its own instant hot water heater for added convenience.

Remodeler bio: At The Buckingham Group, residential remodeling is our only business. We offer a combination of 31 years of construction experience coupled with award winning in-house design capability. Whatever the style of your home or the size of your job, our remodeling projects are shaped by a sense of place, architectural heritage and the lifestyle of our clients.

Ed Kaplan, 918-624-2666 kaplan-bgi@tulsacoxmail.com www.bgtulsa.com 12

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 31st St. and S. Peoria Ave. Travel north on Peoria to Hazel Bouelvard, which is on the west side of Peoria between 26th St. and 27th St. Turn west on Hazel and house will be on the south side of the street midway between Peoria and Woodward Boulevard.

Suppliers*:

Heatwave Supply, Inc., Visions Tile & Stone, Inc., Anything Wood, Inc., Southern Millwork, Gilley Electric

Results That Move You! South Office Associates from left to right: Bert Williams, Deb Wilmoth, Lindsey Shelton, Bill Lee, Carol Rippe, Natalie Richardson, Carrie DeWeese, Megan Forehand, Melanie Hughes-Morris, Michelle Poplin, Betsy Swimmer, Kim Leitch, Angela Perry, Allison Sheffield, Linda Engstrom, Donny Williamson, Jeanette Bagrosky, Jayne Rehm, Sarah Regan-McKinney, Cindy Rodgers, Susie Genet, Janet Soderstrom, Tammy Perry, Kathy Alexander, Gayle Roberts-Pisklo, Katy Kirkland.

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Grant Homes Remodel & Restoration 2845 S. Florence Ave., Lakewood Addition

Whole House Remodel

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Lakeside Resort Oasis From the moment you first step into this incredible remodel by Peter Grant of Grant Homes Remodel & Restoration you will not feel like you are in Midtown Tulsa. The house exudes the ambiance of a serene retreat Before on the water, where you can enjoy tranquil surroundings and shut your eyes without a care in the world. This lavish home was built in the 1950s as a traditional ranch home. The entire home was renovated in this project to make it more contemporary and give the residence a more open feel. To accomplish this, the wall separating the kitchen and living room was removed and the breakfast room eliminated to double the size of the culinary space. The new kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art,

Remodeler bio:

modern appliances from top to bottom. Moving through the home, the original floor plan was also adjusted by converting the dining room into an office space. And the bathroom renovation is a masterpiece in itself. The focal point of the new bathroom is a steam shower with a rain shower head that will make anyone feel like a king or queen. But one of the best features is the one you might stumble upon last... a sprawling 2,300- square-foot back patio was added that overlooks Florence Lake. This outdoor living area includes an exterior living space and an outdoor kitchen. With a home like this you won’t need to go anywhere else to find the true meaning of the word relaxation.

Grant Homes Remodel & Restoration is a Tulsa-based firm providing extraordinary construction services for more than two decades. Quality craftsmanship and integrity have earned us the reputation for being one of the city’s premier remodeling companies. In addition, we specialize in renovation and restoration of older, turn-of-the-century homes in Tulsa’s historic neighborhoods.

Peter Grant, 918-760-6011 peter@granthomestulsa.com www.granthomestulsa.com 14

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 31st St. and S. Harvard Ave. Travel west on 31st Street to Florence Avenue. Turn north on Florence and house is the third home on the right/east side of the street.

Suppliers*:

Sullivan’s Custom Cabinetry, Sure Wood Interior Finish, Metro Appliances & More, M & M Lumber Company, Sanchez Painting, Amp Electrical Services

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Call Bill Powers at (918) 645-6509 or email us at powersdesignandbuild@gmail.com to schedule your complimentary initial consultation.

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Masterpiece Renovations 2802 E. 67th Pl., Southern Hills Terrace

Interior Remodel of Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Living Room, Guest Room

The Renovation of a Faded Beauty This house in Southern Hills Terrace was beautiful when it was built in 1966. However, the home had not been updated and had lost its former beauty. Masterpiece Before Renovations was invited to breathe new life into the home. To start, Masterpiece Renovations removed walls in the small, closed in kitchen and widened doorways to open up the space to a large game room. With the walls removed, the cabinetry was reconfigured to incorporate a new eat-in bar area. The new layout also allowed for the creation of a large kitchen island with a stunning 3cm soapstone countertop, oversized walk-in pantry, and a bar, which includes a wine cooler. The homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original cabinetry was replaced with custom cabinetry including dovetail maple drawers, soft-close hardware

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and a pop-up mixer lift. New appliances, granite countertops and a Moroccanstyle backsplash tile add the finishing touches. Next, hickory flooring was installed throughout the home. A large barn door was built and installed to separate the family room, and the outdated office received new stained wood-paneled walls. The master bathroom was stripped to the studs and furnished with new cabinetry, plumbing fixtures and unique tile. The showpiece of the master bath is an elegant six-foot by six-foot shower featuring his and hers showerheads as well as a large rain showerhead in the center. The owners are thrilled with the result and they are very happy that Masterpiece Renovations was able to bring the beauty back to their home!

Combining over 20 years of experience with a genuine desire to exceed customer expectations, Masterpiece Renovations is a distinctive renovation company with a unique approach to remodeling. Masterpiece Renovations is committed to integrity, superior craftsmanship and unparalleled service.

David Molony, 918-409-3555 david@masterpiecerenovations.com www.masterpiecerenovations.com 16

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 71st St. and S. Harvard Ave. Go west on 71st Street to Columbia Avenue and turn north. Columbia will become Delaware Ave. Follow to 67th Place and home will be on the right at the corner of 67th Place and Delaware.

Suppliers*:

Metro Appliances & More, M & M Lumber Company, Natural Stone Interiors, LLC, Thompson Twin Plumbing, Hand Electric, Kitchen Concepts

(918) 437-WALL

Countertop Excellence We are proud to have provided all the granite, quartz and soapstone countertops in the kitchen, bath and bar in the beautiful home remodeled by David Molony’s Masterpiece Renovations on the Remodeled Tulsa Tour. Please call on us for distinctive countertop selection and installation.

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Re-Bath of Tulsa 5127 E. 97th St., Sun Meadow

Interior Remodel of Bathrooms and Flooring

Bridging generations This home was built in 1979 and the current owners purchased the home in 1992. After many years of wear and tear the owners decided it was time to update and remodel the bathrooms and replace all the flooring. Re-Bath remodeled all the bathrooms in the home by adding new vanity tops, stools, Before flooring, and state-of-the-art wall systems. The master bathroom features a shower to shower conversion, frameless clear glass shower doors, new stool, new vanity top,

fixtures, and high-end vinyl flooring. The hall bath features a wall system simulated 6 inch white tile look in addition to the new stool, new vanity top, fixtures, and new flooring. The washroom off the garage received a new stool and vanity top. In addition, gray wood style flooring was installed in the utility room and kitchen. The result is a fresh, durable space that is family-friendly and sure to help the home be an inviting place for years to come.

Remodeler bio: Re-Bath of Tulsa is a locally owned and operated dealer for Re-Bath LLC with more than 6,000 satisfied customers since going into business in 1993. They pride themselves on meeting customer needs by providing the best quality products and services. If you want service with a smile, the frustration taken out of remodeling, get what you want by calling Re-Bath of Tulsa.

Glen Simms, 918-488-0600 info@rebathoftulsa.com www.rebathoftulsa.com 18

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 101st St. and S. Yale Ave. Head north on Yale to E. 97th Street and turn east onto 97th. Turn left onto the first street to follow E. 97th St. and the home will be the fourth home on the left.

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Renovations By Helms, Inc. 10227 S. Braden Ave., Wexford

Master Bath and Main Staircase Remodel

Stepping Up This home was featured on a previous Remodeled Tulsa Tour for a kitchen remodel. As with many remodeling projects, the homeowners decided to renovate in phases, and this Before year’s event showcases the master bathroom and main staircase. For the major renovation of their master bath, they wanted to be very involved in the design process. Working together with Renovations By Helms, the couple decided on a new layout accented by updated fixtures and high-end materials. The new bathroom features a freestanding tub, a neo-angle corner tile shower stall with heavy glass, frameless shower doors and walls, and new plumbing fixtures and cabinetry. The existing vanity received a facelift with new cabinets and mirrors, and light fixtures were replaced to provide a fresh, modern

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look. The renovation was anchored by new floor tile that complements the design of the room. Lastly, a pocket door was installed to the entrance of the walk-in closet. Next, Renovations By Helms remodeled the main staircase. After removing the treads, risers and balustrade from the existing staircase, they installed new oak treads and risers. Helms topped the project with a custom iron balustrade with oak handrails and had Grigsby’s install a custom carpet runner down the center of the new staircase, giving the staircase, giving the staircase and the adjacent room, a completely different look. The result is a beautiful entry that greets everyone as they enter the home and, in the bath, a spa-like retreat for the owners to enjoy.

From design to final clean up, Renovations By Helms has been serving the Tulsa area since 1977 with award-winning workmanship at a fair price. Renovations By Helms specializes in project design, universal design, whole house remodeling, room additions, kitchens and baths, historical restoration, repair services, and custom home building.

Barry Helms, 918-369-5545 rbhbarry@olp.net www.renovationsbyhelms.com 20

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 101st St. and Yale Ave. Head south on Yale Ave. to 103rd Street and turn east in the Wexford addition. Follow 103rd to the end, which is Braden Avenue. The home is located on Braden at the intersection. Alert: There is a road construction project at 101st & Yale.

Suppliers*:

Countertop Solutions, Empire Kitchen & Bath, Omega Plumbing, Paschal Studios, LLC, Sullivan’s Custom Cabinets, Whitacre Glass Works, Wiley Davis Electric

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Phil Rhees, BMI Properties, LLC In 1989, the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa began recognizing builders who made the best use of HBA Associate member companies to complete their homes. The Spirit Award symbolizes the importance between the contractor and the subcontractor and how very important it is when building a home to use only qualified craftsmen and suppliers. Each year, many worthy companies enter projects for consideration of this honor, which are then analyzed to determine which projects involved the greatest percentage of work by HBA Associate members. Phil Rhees, of BMI Properties, LLC, was chosen as this year’s Spirit Award honoree in recognition of a custom home project in south Tulsa. The 13,200-square-foot home sits on an 11-acre lot, and construction included the home, in addition to a pool house, tree house and entry wall/fence/gate complex. During the project, Phil enlisted the services of more than 50 HBA Associate Member companies. This is the fifth time that Phil has been awarded the coveted “Spirit Award” by the HBA. Phil Rhees is a Past-President of the Tulsa HBA and a member of its Board of Directors. He also sits on the Executive Board of Directors at the National Association of Home Builders and is the Vice President/Treasurer of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association. He has earned the following professional designations: Certified Graduate Builder (CGB), Certified Green Professional (CGP) through the National Association of Home Builders, and is a registered Professional Builder through the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association. For over 45 years, BMI has specialized in building $400,000 to $7 million custom homes in the Tulsa metropolitan area. Its mission is to deliver an unparalleled level of service to our clients with integrity and good humor. The company is a two-time HBA Builder of the Year. BMI has built several awardwinning homes and is particularly proud of its pioneering work with FEMA’s Project Impact in developing “safe rooms” and disasterresistant housing. They work primarily with clients interested in the personalized design/build concept of homebuilding and remodeling. BMI Properties, LLC (918) 369-9669 bmipropertiesllc.com

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The Buckingham Group, Inc. 5118 E. 104th Pl., Wexford

Front Elevation Redesign

Curb Appeal A less than impressive entry and a deteriorating brick floor coupled with a truncated porch roof detracted from the overall curb appeal of this 1989 Before residence. A design-build project by The Buckingham Group transformed the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front elevation. Cedar posts and beams surrounding the garage doors as well as supporting posts for the porch were eliminated. The roof and the entry floor of the porch were removed and selected sections of the original brick veneer were removed from the walls and salvaged. A new porch roof, with a graceful

arch, was framed. Hand tooled, dry stacked limestone replaced the structural wood elements, while the salvaged brick veneer was reinstalled. A stamped and stained concrete floor that now matches the sidewalk was poured, replacing the crumbling brick floor. The front entrance now features two dry stack stone pillars that are crowned with a beautiful stone arch. The porch roof is accented with a copper barrel top architectural focal point. The home now sports a gracious front entry with new pendant lighting that not only welcomes but invites guests to the interior.

Remodeler bio: At The Buckingham Group, residential remodeling is our only business. We offer a combination of 31 years of construction experience coupled with award winning inhouse design capability. Whatever the style of your home or the size of your job, our remodeling projects are shaped by a sense of place, architectural heritage and the lifestyle of our clients.

Ed Kaplan, 918-624-2666 kaplan-bgi@tulsacoxmail.com www.bgtulsa.com 22

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Directions: MAJOR INTERSECTION: 101st and Yale Travel south on Yale to 103rd St., which is on the east side of the street and is the entrance to the Wexford addition. Turn east into development and follow to the end. Turn right to head south on Braden and follow to 104th Pl. Turn left/east on 104th Pl. and home will be on the south side of the street. Alert: There is a road construction project at 101st & Yale.

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Hardscape Materials, Inc., Turner Roofing & Sheet Metal, Tim Moore Masonry, Architectural Paving Systems

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THE FOURTH DECADE 2003-2013 Founding of Leadership Tulsa 2006 Mayoral Forum featuring challenger Kathy Taylor and Mayor Bill LaFortune

Past Presidents of Leadership Tulsa at Homecoming Party 2010: Chris Metcalf, Hannibal Johnson, Janice Edmiston, John Stancavage, Tamara Rains, Bill Wiles, Isabell Estes, Steve Wood, Britt Embry and Herald Givens

s we have explored the founding of Leadership Tulsa in recent months, there is no doubt that this last decade of Leadership Tulsa’s history has been a whirlwind of new opportunities and initiatives all intended to identify, develop and connect diverse leaders who impact the community through service. Just a sampling of key activities include: the addition of a second Leadership Tulsa class each year while maintaining a robust class size of 45 – 50 individuals; moving the Paragon Awards to an evening event and experimenting with unique formats and venues; completing the Tulsa On Board “opoly” style board game as a fundraiser for the organization; continuing the Executive Leadership Series and adding programs such as Tulsa At A Glance, the New Voices Board Internship Program, the Typros Board Internship Partnership, the North Tulsa Development Council and countless member exclusives and Leadership Connection events.

PRESIDENTS OF THE LEADERSHIP TULSA BOARD 2003-2013 Jeannie Bracken (2003-04) Isabell Estes (2004-05) John Stancavage (2005-06) Chris Metcalf (2006-07) Jeff Stava (2007-08) Herald Givens (2008-09) John Stancavage (2010) Marlo Duffy Turner(2011) Nichole Bostian Trantham (2012) Jeff Wilkie (2013)

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GARDENING

Back to basics

How a new gardening trend is helping neighborhoods become more self-sustaining. by MARNIE FERNANDEZ

Dr. Richard Bost and Susan Singh are founding members of Transition Tulsa, a grassroots effort encouraging people to become more self-reliant within their communities.

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where instead of driving to the store to pick up food for dinner, you walk down the block to the neighborhood garden and grab what you need for your meal. Sounds somewhat “Little House on the Prairie”-ish, but it is actually happening in neighborhoods in modern day Tulsa. “We want people to learn to become more self-reliant within their own communities,” says Dr. Richard Bost, co-founder of Transition Tulsa. “In case of some sort of disaster, be it a power outage, fuel shortage or transportation crisis, we need to learn how to survive without having to depend on outside resources.” This is not a Tulsa-centric trend. The Transition movement is actually a global development that started in England. It is comprised of vibrant, grassroots community initiatives that seek to build community resilience in the face of challenges. They differentiate themselves from other sustainability and environmental

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groups by focusing on homegrown, citizen-led initiatives that use their own local assets. “The Transition movement demonstrates reliance,” says Susan Singh, another Transition Tulsa founding member. “It uses the wisdom of a community to use the resources they already have to help each other instead of relying on the city or government to provide those services for them.” Transition Tulsa has been operating in several neighborhoods for the past two years — Crosbie Heights, Owen Park, Country Club Square and Brady Heights. These four neighborhoods are linked together through a grassroots organization called the Founders District. Joni LeViness chairs the group, as well as being a homeowner in Crosbie Heights. “We work hard to share our resources within our community,” LeViness says. “One thing we do is a street-bank program. For example, if someone has a ladder, then everyone can borrow it, or if someone can do taxes, they can barter services with someone else in the com-

munity for perhaps another service, depending on the needs.” The focus of the first collaboration between Transition Tulsa and the Founders District was the community gardens of Crosbie Heights and Brady Heights. Both neighborhoods already had community gardens in place, but with the help of Transition Tulsa and Green Country Permaculture, the residents learned how to better utilize natural resources to make the gardens flourish in a more permanent and self-sustaining way. James Spicer of Green Country Permaculture played a major role in making this happen. He saw the Transition Tulsa movement as a great opportunity to use the company’s techniques to help improve the community gardens. Permaculture gardening means utilizing local resources (be they social, material, etc.) to reduce waste streams and environmental depletion, while simultaneously creating a sustainable source of food. Green Country Permaculture already works with schools and other organizations and saw this as a perfect fit within its philosophy. “They help us to use our natural resources most effectively to grow the gardens,” says Bost. “They utilize strategies such as swales, rain-water catching, water irrigation and raised beds, just to name a few. In fact, the entire Transition movement was started with Permaculture teachings.” Green Country Permaculture is even using the Brady Heights garden as a model for other communities, showing them how more neighborhoods can create their own food supplies using these gardening techniques. “We see the community gardens as the starting point to a healthier community,” says LeViness. “Then that leads into health and wellness, education and transportation initiatives that hopefully will follow.” Crosbie Heights citizens currently have a three-day supply of food from their community garden and other resources, if the national transport services people rely on were to become unavailable. Presently, the neigh-

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borhood is working on increasing its on-hand, sustainable supply of food. Residents hope to learn to preserve the food as well, through free or inexpensive classes on canning and food preparation offered at the Phoenix House. As the Transition movement continues to grow, the hope is that community gardens will become more widespread. “It’s all about having less stuff,” says Bost. “Being less busy. Having more quality relaTulsaPeople.com To read more about the Phoenix tionships that can House visit www.tulsapeople. grow and flourish com/Tulsa-People/August-2013/ within our own Inspired-fellowship/. community.” tþ

With urban gardening becoming more and more popular, thanks to community gardens, farmers’ markets and the local food movement, Tulsa Community College is now offering a new program in Urban Gardening at the Tulsa Garden Center. The program caters to the hobbyist, acreage owner or anyone wanting to make a living in horticulture. Students have the option to take the class for TCC credit, but the program is uniquely flexible in that anyone can take the class; it’s not exclusively for TCC students. The program only requires four classes to complete. “We have had a marvelous response to this new program,” says John Kahre, coordinator of horticulture at TCC. “In only 10 credit hours, one can receive their certificate in horticulture with a concentration in urban gardening. We are also grateful to the Tulsa Garden Center for their partnership.”

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TABLE TALK

The buzz on Tulsa’s tastiest products, restaurants and events by JUDY ALLEN

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Lone Wolf Banh Mi Truck: See feature on p. 56 The recently opened Pho V-Nam in south Tulsa makes a nice version, which pairs nicely with its housemade pho or bun cha gio salad.

Pho V-Nam & Vietnamese Sandwich: 8122 S. Harvard Ave., 918-574-2888 Que Huong Oriental Market sells its authentic version on Fridays. Get there early (around 11:30 a.m.), for they usually sell out.

Que Huong Oriental Market: 11320 E. 21st St., 918-437-3022 Lucky’s on the Green at Guthrie Green downtown offers a version of the sandwich made with a paté of Arkansas rabbit, braised Berkshire pork belly, hoisin sauce, fresh vegetables and pickled red fresno peppers.

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WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21 WHERE: Sweet Tooth Candy & Gift Co., 3747 S. Harvard Ave. FOR MORE INFO: www.sweettoothtulsa. com or 918-712-8785; For more on Mary Engelbreit, visit www.maryengelbreit.com Judy Allen

Long before the banh mi craze hit the states, Vietnamese restaurants around the world were serving up the ultimate fusion of French and Vietnamese in a somewhat simple sandwich. Banh mi, a Vietnamese term for all kinds of bread, is typically made with a French-style baguette — crisp on the outside with a soft interior — that was introduced to Vietnam during the French occupation of Indochina. The classic banh mi thit nuong (“sandwich with grilled meat”) includes a smear of paté and a hearty layer of sliced meat (usually roast pork), as well as a topping of crisp, lightly pickled vegetables and fresh cilantro. It may be simple in its origin, but the flavors are addictive. I remember my first banh mi in New York City, and I am not surprised that the humble sandwich took off. Luckily, there are a few spots here in town to sample the ultimate “fast food” of Vietnam. Here are a few of my favorites:

friends, family and fans from around the country. The cookbook is decorated in her trademark style and features recipes from three Tulsa residents. Tulsa’s own Sweet Tooth Candy & Gift Co. is holding a book signing and recipe tasting event on Saturday, Sept. 21, honoring the three featured cooks: Amy Dodson, Anna Marie Penix and Denise Rounds.

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Dine out for a cause Tulsa Restaurant Week returns Sept 7-15. The seventh annual event (created in 2006 by TulsaPeople) benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma Food for Kids backpack program. This is a terrific chance to support more than 40 local restaurants, while enjoying a threecourse meal that won’t break the bank. Participating restaurants offer a $12.95 per person lunch menu, and/ or a $25 per person, $35 per person or $35-for-two dinner menu (excluding tax, gratuity and beverage). Each prix fixe meal features an appetizer, entrée and dessert and will generate an automatic 10 percent donation from the restaurant to the program. The George Kaiser Family Foundation will match donations up to $25,000. Tuesday, Sept. 10 is celebrity waiter night, where many lucky diners at a few of the participating restaurants will be wowed with some excellent (if rather rusty) waiting skills from some of Tulsa’s local celebrities. I’m looking forward to showing off my skills again this year for another brave restaurateur. All tips received by the celebrity waiters also will be donated to the Food for Kids Backpack Program.

Visit www.TulsaPeople.com/ restaurantweek for an up-to-date listing of the participating restaurants as well as their special fixed-price menus.

Ask the Food Editor Have a question, recipe or tip you would like to share? Know of a great home cook in Tulsa? Had a great meal somewhere that you want to tell everyone about? I would love to hear from you! Send me an email: judyallen@langonpublishing.com

Petals and pinots The Tulsa Garden Center is ready to prune and pour. Its annual “An Evening of Wine & Roses” event, held in the Tulsa Municipal Rose Garden, is one of the region’s largest wine-tasting events. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and desserts from more than three-dozen of Tulsa’s best restaurants and caterers, paired with more than 150 wines from around the world. All proceeds benefit Tulsa Garden Center.

Tickets are $65 for Tulsa Garden Center members and $80 for non-members. Attendees must be 21 years or older. WHEN: Friday, Sept. 27, 7-9:30 p.m. (Reservations are required by Sept. 20) WHERE: Tulsa Municipal Rose Garden, 2435 S. Peoria Ave. RESERVATIONS: Call Tulsa Garden Center at 918-746-5125 or visit www.tulsagardencenter.com Famed artist and author Mary Engelbreit has published a cookbook, “120 Dessert Recipe Favorites,” a collection of recipes submitted by

Judy Allen is an awardwinning journalist, avid home cook and food magazine/cookbook junkie. Prior to moving back to her home state, she was the senior food editor for Martha Stewart Living magazine. She also has developed recipes, written articles and styled food stories for Real Simple, Cooking Light, Cottage Living and Food Network magazines. In her spare time, she blogs at www.homemadeoklahoma.com.

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WINE

Missing Merlot Once maligned, this Bordeaux staple is worth another try. by RANDA WARREN, MS, CWE, AIWS, CSS*

Where is Madame Merlot?

An Evening of Wine and Roses See Table Talk on p. 100 for details on the Tulsa Garden Center’s wine tasting event taking place this month.

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*Wine columnist Randa Warren is a Master Sommelier; Certified Wine Educator; Associate Member of the Institute of Wines and Spirits; and is a Certified Specialist of Spirits.

Merlot used to be a staple in our wine collection. It was always very smooth and easy to drink, the go-to red wine over Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir for many years. Let’s explore this somewhat-forgotten grape and think about giving it another try. The name Merlot is thought to be related to the word ‘merle,’ a French name for the blackbird. First notations of the grape were tied to a Bordeaux official who in 1784 said that the grape was one of the best produced in the Libournais area of France (close to the Bordeaux area). University of California at Davis researchers believe that Merlot is an offspring of Cabernet Franc and is a sibling of Carmenere and Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot is described as a lush, soft, smooth, medium tannin, black-fruit-driven wine and often hailed more as a great blending grape with Cabernet Sauvignon. The gentle nature of Merlot on the palate softens the harsh, strong tannins in many Cabernets producing a sumptuous blend. However, it reaches wonderful and incredible heights on its own as exhibited by the likes of Chateau Petrus. The 2000 vintage is selling for $5,800 to $12,826 a bottle. It is at least 95 percent Merlot. This wine’s anticipated maturity is to the year 2050 per wine critic Robert Parker. If it weren’t for Merlot, red wine in Bordeaux would crumble. In fact, Merlot is the most widely planted red grape grown in Bordeaux. Besides France, Merlot is grown in almost every country but thrives in the United States, Australia, Chile, Argentina, Mexico, South Africa, Romania and many other areas. Almost a decade ago, Merlot’s popularity started to slip and can be partly attributed to Miles Raymond, played by Paul Giamatti in the movie “Sideways.” Miles refused to drink Merlot on his trip to the Santa Barbara wine country and preferred Pinot Noir. The popularity of the movie exploded as did the increase of people drinking Pinot Noir. Steven Cuellar in a Wine and Vines article reported that movie “… far from having a ‘devastating’ effect on Merlot,” instead heightened the consumption of Pinot Noir. Indeed, “the positive impact on Pinot Noir appears greater than the negative impact on Merlot,” he said. It’s time to take a return visit to Merlot-ville and see for yourself exactly what you’ve been missing. tþ Continued on p. 105.

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Q: When the weather cools down I find it difficult to dress for my outdoor runs. I end up too cold or too hot – what can I do?

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A: When dressing specifically for outdoor exercise, dress for about 15 degrees warmer than it is. This accounts for warming up with physical activity. You should feel a little chilly starting a run or walk to avoid getting too warm later. Dress in multiple lightweight layers instead of one heavy piece, allowing for small adjustments as your body temperature and conditions change. The “baselayer” against your skin should be a technical material to wick moisture, keeping you dry. We strive to help you get the most versatility out of your wardrobe and pick the right pieces to keep you comfortable from fall’s first chill to the coldest winter days. Lori Dreiling, Owner Fleet Feet Sports Tulsa 5968 S. Yale • Tulsa, OK 74135 | 418 E. 2nd St. • Tulsa, OK 74120 918-492-3338 • www.fleetfeettulsa.com

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APTITUDE TESTING/CAREER COUNSELING Q: What is vocational foreclosure? A: This refers to when a person decided on a specific major or career prematurely or dismissed so many other options they have greatly limited themselves, before taking the time to thoroughly assess who they are (aptitudes and natural abilities, personality, interests, values, work motivators, skills, etc.) and thoroughly explore different career options and the job market. This can lead to a crisis in college or during their career when they discover they either do not enjoy their studies/work or are not succeeding in them. Jenny Larsen, M.A., GCDF 2:10 Consulting, Inc. 8988 S. Sheridan, Ste. Y • Tulsa, OK 74133 918-814-2629 • www.210consulting.org 104

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Q: What is the best material from which to make a crown? A: Fortunately, today a broad range of dental ceramics/metals exists. Included are feldspathic, leucite-reinforced, lithium-disilicate, metal-based ceramics like zirconia, porcelain fused to metal, and gold. When choosing materials for a new crown you need to consider: the material opposing your new crown, any clenching or grinding of your teeth during the day or night, and your aesthetic desires. Informed dentists have the option of placing tooth-colored restorations that can stand the test of time and wear. Gene McCormick DDS SAFE/COMFORT 2106 S. Atlanta Pl. • Tulsa, OK 74114 918-743-7444 • www.genemccormickdds.com

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INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Q: Due to unusual circumstances, my adjusted gross income this year is projected to be negative. Should I consider generating income or enjoy not paying taxes? A: We recommend taking advantage of paying taxes at the lower rates. If you have a traditional IRA consider a Roth conversion. You may transfer from your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA penalty free, but ordinary income will be generated. Transfer an amount that at least equals your projected loss for the year assuming your loss is not considered a capital loss. Consider transferring an amount that will fill up your 15 percent tax bracket. Roth IRAs have the advantage of tax-free growth, withdrawals, and not subject to minimum distribution amounts after age 70 1/2. J. Harvie Roe, CFP, President AmeriTrust Investment Advisors, Inc. 4506 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa, OK 74135 hroe@amerad.com • 918-610-8080

VETERINARIAN Q: Why is my dog/cat so itchy? A: As we transition into fall, it is still extremely important to keep your pet on flea and tick prevention as fleas and ticks are a year-round nuisance. Allergies are a problem for many pets that can cause extreme itchiness. There are new potential plants that cause allergy flares this time of year. Unfortunately, allergies aren’t a disease we can cure, but there are things we can do to help manage them. Antihistamines, fatty acids/fish oil, and bathing with non-detergent shampoo can help decrease the need for prescription medications.

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SIPS AT HOME Mad for Merlot Chateau Ste Michelle - Indian Wells Merlot- Columbia Valley, Washington 2010 - $17.99 I knew when a customer came in and bought three cases of this wine for a wedding reception that I needed to sample it. Wow! This is a mouthful of jammy, ripe blackberries and black cherries packed into a smooth-sipping glass of wine. Merlot Italiano! Vitiano 2010 - Umbria, Italy - $13.49 Merlot/Cab and Sangiovese blend The landlocked area of Umbria in Central Italy is not only beautiful to see but its wines are splendid. This Merlot blend gives you the lush nature of Merlot, the backbone of Cab and the bright acid of Sangio. And for this price, it’s a marvelous Merlot blend. Mindful of Merlot Burgess Napa Valley, California Merlot 2008 - $23.49 This is a terrific Merlot that has character, personality and is from the top-end area of Napa Valley California. The 2008 is drinking beautifully now and begs to be paired with a juicy, dry-aged rib eye steak. There is nothing like a cool night in September with a forkful of steak in one hand and a glass of Merlot in the other.

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WILLS AND TRUSTS Q: Do I need a prenuptial agreement if I have a trust? A: If the trust is yours, and you act as trustee, and your new spouse-to-be will not have any trustee powers, then your trust will help. It acts like a Kevlar vest, protecting you from direct shots. But it won’t protect you from headshots. Only a prenuptial agreement will protect you from statutory rights claimed by a spouse upon your death. Contact your estate planning attorney for more information about prenuptial agreements.

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FULL MOON CAFÉ Clayton Partney, bar manager, says they sell the heck out of the Gnarly Head Merlot and the Velvet Devil Merlot. Gnarly sells for $6.50 a glass and $26 a bottle and the Devil sells for $8.50 a glass and $34 a bottle. “Smooth and effortless to drink!” he says. 1525 E. 15th St., 918-

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Not just a woman’s disease How two men helped the women they love battle breast cancer. by ASHLEY ANTLE

Wade and Elizabeth Bray

A breast cancer diagnosis can be

devastating for a woman, but what about the men in her life who love her? Fathers, husbands, sons and brothers experience the gravity of the life-changing diagnosis, too. Oftentimes, men play a number of roles in the cancer journey of loved ones, according to Christy Southard, executive director of the Tulsa Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Komen calls them co-survivors. They play the role of caregiver, cheerleader, comforter, health care navigator and so much more as they stand in the gap and pick up the slack for their wives, mothers, sisters or other loved ones. Wade Bray is one of those men. He supported his mother, Kay Bray, through breast cancer after her diagnosis in 2006. In April, he married Elizabeth, a 44-year-old breast cancer survivor who underwent treatment in 2004. Both women in Bray’s life are now cancer-free. Bray learned his most important role as a co-survivor was to be a consistent voice of positivity and strength. “When you get a diagnosis like that you are going to have good days, but you are going to

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have a lot of down days too,” Bray says. “For me, I just tried to be as positive, as solid and as consistent as I possibly could.” Adam Paluka’s journey as a co-survivor is much different. While Bray’s mother was diagnosed well into his adulthood, Paluka was only 10 years old when he heard the news of his mother’s breast cancer. Gail Paluka was diagnosed just a few days after her 39th birthday. She underwent a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation. “I remember before chemo she let my brother and me run our hands through her hair one last time so she could feel that and know what it felt like, because she wasn’t sure what would happen,” Paluka says. Her initial treatment worked and Paluka’s mother became cancer-free. Then, in 1999, just four months shy of her five-year remission benchmark, the family learned Gail’s cancer had returned. It quickly spread throughout her body. “I had never seen her that sick before,” he says. “I could see changes in her face. It was like she aged 15 years in one year.”

This time Adam was 14 and understood the gravity of the situation. “I remember I would always try to take pictures of her when she was sleeping because I would always think I should get all of the pictures I can while I can,” he says. “There would be nights that I couldn’t sleep so I would go downstairs and sleep on the couch (where she was) and put my hand on her heart just so I could feel her chest going up and down and have that reassurance.” Paluka remained a constant support by his mother’s side, even driving her to treatment sessions when his dad wasn’t able. “At first I was a little boy. I was 10 years old,” he says. “By the (second) time I became a man, and I knew my responsibilities and understood my obligations. More than anything I just wanted my mom to have the reassurance that no matter what happened there would always be someone there even if it was just me, a 14-year-old kid.” On December 26, 2001, Gail passed away. Her son remains a vocal advocate for women and breast health. Continued on p. 108

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As a tribute to his beloved mother and to educate men about how they can support the women they love in the fight against breast cancer, Paluka created a video chronicling his mother’s life before and after her diagnosis. “Breast cancer is not just a woman’s disease,” he says. “The biggest thing that my mom’s battle with cancer taught me is sometimes the best thing to have on your side is other soldiers. That’s what I want to be to every woman dealing with this and every man whose mother, grandmother, aunt or sister has this. I just want people to know it’s not just you fighting this battle. We’re fighting it for you and with you and, hopefully, we can celebrate at the end — all of us together.” Both Bray and Paluka are active volunteers for the Tulsa Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. For more about Komen Tulsa and for information and resources for co-survivors, visit www.komentulsa.org. tþ

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Our latest step in the race toward a cure At Tulsa Cancer Institute, we’re proud to announce the opening of our new facility – our step to provide the best possible cancer treatment for Tulsa residents. With the state’s largest number of cancer specialists, this center offers the latest technologies, clinical trials and follow-up care in one location, close to home. Having ser ved the community since 1972, we will continue to offer compassionate care and support for our patients each day until a cure is found. We salute all those who are part of Tulsa’s race and the role this event plays in advancing research, honoring sur vivors and searching for a cure.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

RACE TOGETHER

SO NO ONE RACES ALONE.

Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched a global breast cancer movement. Tulsa County joined in Brinker’s promise in 1997 when 2,000 runners and walkers laced up for the first Susan G. Komen Tulsa Race for the Cure. Since that day, Komen Tulsa has hosted almost 100,000 Race participants, raised more than $6 million and funded vital grassroots breast health and breast cancer awareness programs and national scientific research. Today, Race for the Cure is Tulsa’s largest 5K race with more than 9,200 participants in 2012 and thousands of supporters, volunteers and sponsors. As we continue the promise in Tulsa, we hope you’ll join us as we work to provide help for those facing one of their biggest challenges in life. TulsaPeople.com

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RUN OR WALK WITH US AT THE ANNUAL SUSAN G. KOMEN TULSA RACE FOR THE CURE® Saturday, September 28, 2013

ONEOK Field – 201 N. Elgin Ave., Downtown Tulsa Three Races: Timed 5K • Untimed 5K • 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

Register today at komentulsa.org ABOUT SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE® Susan G. Komen® works to end breast cancer in the U.S. and throughout the world by investing more than $750 million in breast cancer research and $1.5 billion in community outreach programs over the past 30 years; providing funding to help low-income and uninsured women get screened and get treatment; advocating for cancer research and outreach programs; and working globally in more than 30 countries. Visit komen.org for more information and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT THE KOMEN TULSA AFFILIATE Up to 75 percent of the Komen Tulsa Affiliate’s net income each year goes toward funding grants to local organizations that provide breast health education, breast cancer screening and treatment programs for the medically underserved. In 2013 Komen Tulsa awarded grants for breast cancer education and low-and no-cost screening and diagnostic services to three Tulsa-area nonprofits: Indian Health Care Resource Center, Oklahoma Project Woman, and Morton Comprehensive Health Services. The remaining 25 percent of net proceeds helps fund the national Susan G. Komen for the Cure Award and Research Grant Program.

SCHEDULE 6:00 a.m.

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Survivor Breakfast

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Timed 5K

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Survivor Parade & Race Ceremony

9:00 a.m.* 9:30 a.m.

Fees include the official Race T-shirt, Race bib and, if registered before Sept. 20, Race packet mailing. Regular June 16-Sept. 20

Race Week Sept. 21-Sept. 28

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Youth 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

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Sleep In for the Cure®

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*Groups of Untimed 5K participants will be released in rolling start times at 9 a.m., 9:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

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Debbie Bickle, captain of Team Uno I made the decision to create Team Uno again this year because it’s a great way to get friends and family together and involved in the cause. Too many people that I know and love are affected by the disease. I can’t stand by and do nothing. Participating in and fundraising for the Race through the Komen Tulsa Race for the Cure® is the perfect way to support the fight against breast cancer. I love that we are part of local efforts to provide breast cancer screening and care to those that otherwise would not have it, in addition to funding research efforts.

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WHY I RACE Martha Malaby, breast cancer survivor This year, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Medically, I’m in for the fight of my life. One of the first things I wanted to do was register for the Komen Race for the Cure with the goal of still being able to participate, no matter my treatment regimen. I registered for the Komen Tulsa Race for the Cure because I want to make an impact in the fight against breast cancer.

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DATES AND DEADLINES SEPTEMBER 13 – Last day to postmark and mail in paper registration forms or drop off forms at the Komen Tulsa office SEPTEMBER 20 (NOON) – Last day to register online AND receive your packet in the mail SEPTEMBER 25-26 – Packet Pickup and In-Person Registration at Tulsa Promenade Mall, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

SURVIVOR RECOGNITION

SEPTEMBER 27 – Packet Pickup and In-Person Registration at Race Site (ONEOK Field), 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 27 (5:30 P.M.) – Last day to register online (must get packet at Packet Pickup or on Race Day) SEPTEMBER 28, RACE DAY – Packet Pickup and Registration at ONEOK Field, 6 - 9 a.m. OCTOBER 31 – Last day to turn in Race fundraising forms and donations

JACK WING BUTTERFLY GARDEN

Panera Bread will treat Survivors to bagels, fruit, juice and coffee on Race morning inside the Survivor Pavilion located behind the jumbotron at ONEOK Field.

The Survivor Parade is a triumphant and emotional walk prior to the Ceremony to honor Survivors’ courageous spirits and the memory of those lost to breast cancer.

I AM THE CURE®

The namesake of the Butterfly Garden, Jack Wing, served as the director of the Tulsa Race for the Cure for 15 years. During that time, Wing played various, vital roles behind the scenes of the Race and could always be found at the finish line behind the microphone, cheering participants to finish strong.

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SURVIVOR PARADE AND CEREMONY

Race participants can show their admiration, encouragement or remembrance of friends and family affected by breast cancer by helping decorate ONEOK Field with commemorative butterflies. Plastic, cut-out butterflies measuring almost 2 feet wide can be purchased online while quantities last.

To save your life, or the life of someone you care for, remember these four tips:

Race participants who register for the Race and mark that they would like to be recognized as a Survivor will receive their Race participant T-shirt and bib, plus a special pink Survivor T-shirt and cap courtesy of our national Survivor Program co-sponsor, Zeta Tau Alpha.

RACE DAY PARKING More than 2,500 parking spaces are available for Race participants in city and privately-owned lots. We recommend you park on the campus of Oklahoma State University-Tulsa at 700 N. Greenwood Avenue. It’s an easy walk to ONEOK Field, but a shuttle is also available for transportation to and from the Race site for your convenience. Visit komentulsa. org for a parking map and more details.

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is a breast health program designed to educate, encourage and motivate Race participants. Cure Leaders will cheer walkers and runners on with simple, action-oriented chants that Race participants can take home and put into action. Race participants will also have the opportunity to make a “curemitment” – a personal promise – to take steps in the fight against breast cancer. Visit iamthecure.org to find your team’s rallying cry!

Notice changes to your breasts

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he I AM Yoga Festival came about as an idea to bring yoga to more people in Tulsa in a new and exciting way,” says Melissa Cameron, co-director of the festival, which will be held at Tulsa’s Centennial Park Sept. 14 and 15. The first festival in 2011 was held in Bixby during October with more than 700 people in attendance. In 2012, organizers moved the festival to Chandler Park. They upped the vendors from 25 to 50, and more than 1,000 people attended. Yoga instructor Keri Edwardes attended both of the previous I AM festivals and is excited for what’s to come. “Tulsa has such a strong sense of community,” Edwardes says. “Our festival is entirely a grassroots effort,” says Cameron, “meaning we use our fundraising events and our sponsorships to fund the festival.” Six directors work year-round to produce the festival. As close friends, the directors have built it out of their love for each other, for yoga and for stronger community, says Cameron. “We believe in the human spirit and the essence that we are all one,” she adds. To stay in touch with the yoga community this year, free yoga classes have been held in Centennial Park. So, hopes are high for many more people

Admission is free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., The Pavilion at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Visit www.iagtok.org.

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Admission is free. Yoga and workshop passes are available for purchase online and at the festival. Centennial Park is located at East Sixth Street and South Peoria Avenue. For schedules and additional information, visit www.iammindbodyspirit.com.

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Oklahoma SCOTFEST For more than 30 years Oklahoma’s SCOTFEST has offered Tulsans an event to celebrate Celtic history and culture through live music, dance and athletic competitions. This year, the festival will host more than 10 live bands from all over the world, more than 70 Highland game athletes, more than 20 Strongman athletes, and more than 20 merchandise vendors. Plus, they’ll be providing beers exclusive to the festival and hosting single malt whiskey tastings. Admission is $6,

adults; free, children 12 and under. Fri., 5-11 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. River West Festival Park, 701 W. 21st St. For more information, visit okscotfest.com.

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er through fun yoga experiences, the creative expression of art, and live music,” says Cameron. “We hope to unite Tulsa together in creating more love, more peace and healthier, happier people.” tþ

to attend. According to Edwardes, it’s not just yoga that people should look forward to. The festival hosts many vendors, musicians and artists as well. Organizers hope to have 2,000-3,000 people in attendance. Among other activities, they are planning the first one-mile I AM Love Run. Other yoga activities will include Glow Yoga (black lights and body paint) as well as belly dancing and acro yoga (acrobatics and yoga) classes. “Our vision is about bringing community togeth-

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India Fest This year, the India Association of Greater Tulsa is hosting its ninth India Fest showcasing the culture, food, art, dance and music of India. The festival provides cultural programs. Booths representing the various states of India will highlight food, fun activities, workshops and more, including the unusual opportunity to take a camel ride.

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Tulsa State Fair It’s more than blue ribbons, turkey legs and midway games, the Tulsa State Fair also includes a full line-up of live entertainment.With more than 100 years of history, the Tulsa State Fair is considered one of the premier fairs in the country. It has won numerous awards and last year an estimated 1 million people attended. Gate admission Fri.-Sun., $10, adult; Mon.-

Thurs., $8, adult; all week, $6, military, seniors (62+), youth (5-12); free, children (5 and under). 4145 E. 21st St. For a complete schedule and more information, visit www.tulsastatefair.com.

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Nightingale Theater’s BaconFest Tulsa The outdoor event features small plates and tastes of bacon-based cuisine, sweets, and beverages from some of Tulsa’s finest chefs, bakers, and baristas, all competing for the title of Boss Hog of BaconFest Tulsa 2013. Sponsorships and entry fees go towards capital improvements for the Nightingale Theater and Midwestern Theater Troupe.

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Sunday, Sept. 29, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fourth Street between Utica and Peoria avenues. Advance tickets: $20; $25 at the gate. Visit brownpapertickets.com or Facebook.com/baconfestTulsa/info. Michael Ervin

here is a lot happening in the world of Tulsa Symphony Orchestra this month. Actually the whole season has a bevy of enticing classic and contemporary concerts. For starters, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra’s club for young professionals, forte!, is back. With back-to-back TSO concerts Sept. 6 and 7, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the music and mingle. The first — Symphony in the Park, a free, hour-long concert on the Guthrie Green during First Friday Art Crawl — will celebrate Guthrie Green’s oneyear anniversary. The orchestra will play a condensed version of its Saturday concert at the PAC, which features guest operatic soprano Sarah Coburn. It also includes pieces from Beethoven-Leonore No.3; Samuel Adler Violin Concerto and Song Cycle, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. Before the concert on the Green, forte! is mingling at TSO’s new home

on the second floor of Fly Loft, 117 N. Boston Ave. Visitors can tour TSO’s new space as well as eat, drink and be merry. Forte! members enjoy pre-concert socials and cocktail parties with musicians throughout the TSO season. A forte! membership also includes prime seating to three of the most anticipated performances of the year. Founder of forte! and TSO board member Christy Craig says, “We wanted to get our younger audience connected with the orchestra, to break down walls between patrons and musicians. It’s fun to see the guest conductors and artists meet the patrons and have a good time,” she says. Orchestra Manager and Principal Trumpet Tim McFadden says the Brady Arts District is a great neighborhood for TSO, especially for collaborating with the other arts organizations in the district, which is a goal of Rose McCracken, TSO’s new development director. “We want to jump to the next level,” she says. “I have a lot of plans for fundraising and sustainability. We want to

mix with other art groups and continue to be a community- oriented organization.” McFadden is planning on lunchtime performances on the Green as well this season. “I run into businesspeople, families and artists in the neighborhood often, especially during food truck Wednesday. It’s a great neighborhood,” he says. “There’s a vibrant, eclectic energy to it.” tþ

Friday, Sept. 6 – First Friday Art Crawl and Concert on the Green 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Free. Saturday, Sept. 7, 7:30 p.m. Classic series concert at the PAC featuring guest operatic soprano Sarah Coburn. Go to tulsasymphony.org or call 918-584-3645 for tickets.

Kendra Blevins is a freelance writer who enjoys playwriting, community theater, traveling and reading.

Second Annual Living Arts Animation Festival This unique evening features short film animation submissions from around the world. Watch as the Guthrie Green comes to life as stop-motion, Claymation, 2-D and 3-D animations are played on the big screen.

Friday, Sept. 27, 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Guthrie Green, located at 111 E. Brady St. Admission is free. Visit guthriegreen.com/event/258 or livingarts.org. Playhouse Tulsa’s “I Hate Hamlet” “I Hate Hamlet” tells the comical story of TV actor Andrew Rally who agrees to play the role of Hamlet in Shakespeare’s classic. The only problem? He’s not quite sure he can pull it off. Watch as Rally uses the wackiest methods to learn the art of theater.

Sept. 6 -7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 8 at 2 p.m. Performances are at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center in the John H. Williams Theater, located at 110 E. Second St. Visit tulsapac.com for tickets and more information. TulsaPeople.com

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Bridges Foundation The eighth annual Bridges Foundation’s Annual BBQ was held at the Tulsa Historical Society in July. This event raised $93,000 to provide vocational teaching and training services to a client for one week or send a child to camp and provide prevocational skills to a high school student for two weeks. Pictured at the event are Cameron Schubert; Stacey Stone; Karie Jordan, Bridges executive director; Shane Saunders; and Austin Buerge.

Concours for the Cure The eighth annual Concours for the Cure, sponsored by MidFirst Bank will be held Sunday, Sept. 29, at Southern Hills Country Club. This is the only Concours in the world benefitting the American Diabetes Association. Pictured are David Sheehan, 2013 Concours honoree; Bill Warnock, Concours co-chairman; and Jim Holloman, MidFirst Bank (Not pictured: Richard Holmes, Concours co-chairman).

Moustache Dash The second annual 5K Moustache Dash 2013 will be held at 9 a.m., Nov. 2 in the Pearl District. The Moustache Dash benefits Movember, a global movement that raises awareness and funds for the cure of cancers that affect men. Pictured are Moustache Dash committee members Austin Park; Beth Miller, race director; Laura Bloxom and Wendy Brown.

Meals on Wheels Bryan Close, Meals on Wheels advisory board member; Dana Hutton, MOW supporter; Kristen Bender, MOW supporter; and John and Karen Power, advisory board members; gathered to promote Meals on Wheels “Keep ‘em Rolling” which will be held Sept. 24 at DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown.

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McNellie’s South City Pub and Beer Garden Officials recently toasted to the opening of the McNellie’s South City Pub and Beer Garden. Pictured are Elliot Nelson, co-owner of McNellie’s Restaurant Group; G.T. Bynum, Tulsa city councilor; Ray Hoyt, senior vice president, Tulsa Regional Chamber; Wes Alexander, director of sales, Marshall Brewing Company; and Karen Gilbert, Tulsa city councilor.

RSVP More than 200 attended RSVP’s new signature event, the Somewhere in Time Gala, which featured a “White Night in Moscow” theme and was held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino July 27. Pictured at the event are Lisa McLarty, RSVP Board member; along with two RSVP volunteers, Sandi Thomas and Bonnie Clark.

Think Pink Jennifer Allen of Opveon; Sue Stees of Panera Bread; Michael S. Ashworth, chair of the Tulsa County Bar Association Bench and Bar committee; Sgt. Judy Pounds of the Tulsa County Sheriff’s office; Roy Chartier, general manager of Aloft-Downtown; and District Judge Jim Caputo of Tulsa County look over satellite/aerial photos of the courthouse, library and Aloft Plaza to assign staging positions for the dozen or more pink vehicles and large crowds expected to attend the Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Rally on Oct. 4 shortly before 8 a.m.

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9/7-15 Restaurant Week Tara Harris, development manager at the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma; Heidi Ewing, CFBEO community engagement manager; Grant Vespasian, executive chef at The Tavern; and Erin Shackelford, account manager at Waller & Co. prepare for Restaurant Week, Sept. 7-15, benefitting the CFBEO’s Food for Kids program. September is Hunger Action Month and the CFBEO has events planned all month long encouraging everyone to get involved in the fight against hunger in our community. For more information, visit www. okfoodbank.org Sept. 6 — Day of Caring Kickoff 7 a.m. Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, 2143 S. Olympia Ave. Free breakfast and energizing program. Participate in various events for area nonprofits. Benefits Tulsa Area United Way. Visit www.tauw.org/ dayofcaring. Sept. 6 — “Chapters: A Casual Evening of Books, Bards and Bites” 6:30 p.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Food, wine and coffee, with talks by authors Deborah Crombie, Russell Lawson and Jay Jennings. $50 per person. Presented by Tulsa Library Trust. Benefits the Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service. Call John Fancher, 918-549-7391, or visit www.tulsalibrarytrust.org. Sept. 7 — Bow Wow BBQ 6 p.m. Exchange Center, Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Dinner, dancing, auction items, animals for adoption. Benefits Humane Society of Tulsa. Call 918-495-3647, or visit www.tulsapetsmagazine.com. Sept. 7 — Kaleidoscope Ball 6:30 p.m. Cox Business Center, Tulsa Ballroom, 100 Civic Center. Dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions. $150, tickets; $750, $1,500, $2,500, $5,000, $10,000, sponsorships. Benefits Emergency Infant Services. Visit www.eistulsa.org. Sept. 9 — Restore Hope Golf Tournament 11:30 a.m., registration and lunch; 1 p.m., shotgun start;

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9/15 Over the Edge “Over the Edge” will launch the Tulsa Area United Way’s new Emerging Leaders Society, a leadership development and philanthropy organization for young professionals. The first 66 individuals who pledge or raise at least $1,000 for the TAUW will have the opportunity to rappel from a 20-story tower, Friday, Oct. 4. Pictured are leadership team members Heidi Braver, Karisha Wagoner and Jesse Boudiette. Those interested in participating may register at www.tauw.org or by calling 918-295-6660. Deadline for registration is Sept. 15.

5:30 p.m., awards banquet. Forest Ridge Golf Club, 7501 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow. $150, singles; $550, foursomes; $500 ($850, with team), $1,000, $2,000, $3,000, $5,000, sponsorships; $40, team mulligans. Benefits Restore Hope Ministries programming. Visit www. restorehope.org. Sept. 9 — 12th annual Junior Achievement Classic 11 a.m., registration; noon, shotgun start. The Patriot Golf Club, 5790 N. Patriot Drive, Owasso. Scramble format. $500-$5,000, sponsorships. Benefits Junior Achievement of Oklahoma. Call Martha Rongey, 918-663-2132, or visit www.oklahoma.ja.org. Sept. 10 — Western Days 2013: “Take Me Back to Tulsa!” 6 p.m. Central Park Hall, Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Dinner, silent and live auctions, and raffle. $75, reservations; $500-$50,000, sponsorships; $2,500 Utica Square Shopping Spree; $20, or six for $100, raffle tickets. Benefits Saint Simeon’s Foundation. Call Carolyn Blair, 918-794-1937, or visit www.saintsimeons.org. Sept. 10 — 2013 Vision in Education Leadership Award Dinner 6 p.m., reception; 7 p.m., dinner and program. Cox Business Center, 100 Civic Center. Dinner honors Donald E. Walker; Nate Waters will posthumously be awarded the TCC Stephen J. Jatras Award. $200, individual tickets;

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Cattle Baron’s Ball will take place Sept. 20 at POSTOAK Lodge, raising funds for lifesaving cancer research and patient programs. Pictured are John Priest, executive baron; Debbie Zinke, event chair and executive baron; Cassie Reese, Cattle Baron’s Ball volunteer; and Greg Gallant, executive baron. Visit www.tulsacattlebaronsball.org for more information.

$2,500-$20,000, sponsorships. Benefits scholarships and special programs for Tulsa Community College students and faculty. Call Jenna Grant, 918-595-7836, or visit www.tulsacc.edu/visiondinner. Sept. 12 — Theatre Tulsa Kickoff Party Benefits Theatre Tulsa. Visit www.theatretulsa.org. Sept. 12 — Art in Architecture 6-9 p.m. in a private home. Live music, wine, art auction and dinner. Richard Winn, architect, chairperson. Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Call JoAnn Winn, 918-744-6354, or visit www.cff.org/chapters/tulsa. Sept. 12-29 — 2013 News on 6 Concept Home Tour Open Thursdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, noon-5 p.m. 2120 E. 25th St. $10, tickets. Tour guests are asked to park in the Utica Square parking lot, at East 22nd Street and South Yorktown Avenue, to either walk or be shuttled to the tour home. Benefits Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma’s Food for Kids Program. Visit http:// homeofdistinction.com/13Tulsa/. Sept. 14 — Adult Child Charity Doubles Tennis Tournament for Food for the Poor 5:30-8:30 p.m.; 6 p.m., play begins. LaFortune Park Tennis Center, 5302 S. Hudson Ave. $25, per team; online registration deadline, Sept. 7. $1, raffle tickets. Raffle drawing for iPad mini and Prince tennis racquet. Benefits Food

for the Poor. Visit http://support. foodforthepoor.org/goto/tennis. Sept. 14 — Second annual Chili Cook-Off and Tailgate 11 a.m. Tulsa Federal Credit Union, 9323 E. 21st St. $5, taster kit; silent auction. Benefits Tulsa Area United Way. Call Shanna Gray, 918-921-2509, or visit www.tulsafederalcu.org. Sept. 14 — Route 66 CPA Run 7 a.m., registration; 8 a.m., fun run; 8:30 a.m. 5K. H.A. Chapman Stadium, The University of Tulsa, 3112 E. Eighth St. $20 for 18 and over, free for under 18. Registration required. Benefits Crime Prevention Network. Call 918-585-5209, or visit www.tcoscpa.org. Sept. 19-21 — Gatesway 50th Anniversary Balloon Festival 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Gatesway Campus 1217 E. College St., Broken Arrow; 4–11 p.m., Friday; 7 a.m.–11 p.m., Saturday; Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs, 20900 S. 4200 Road, Claremore. Early morning and evening launches; balloon glows at dusk; booths. Benefits Gatesway Foundation. Visit www.gatesway.org. Sept. 19-20 — “The Event” celebrating Will Rogers and the 75th Diamond Jubilee Anniversary of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum 6–9 p.m., Thursday, Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore; evening showcasing Rogers, the museum, and presentation of an

award honoring the early pioneers and founders of the Memorial Museum. 8 p.m., Friday, Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St., benefit concert featuring Red Dirt Rangers, Jessi Colter and Shooter Jennings. Events benefit the Will Rogers Memorial Foundation. $125, tickets. Visit www.the-event.us.com or call 918-341-0719. Sept. 20 — “Big Hats and Big Hearts,” 2013 Cattle Baron’s Ball 7 p.m. POSTOAK Lodge, 5323 W. 31st St. N. Includes dinner, auctions, games, entertainment and dancing; indoor and outdoor activities. $150, general admission; $225, VIP. Benefits American Cancer Society. Visit www.tulsacattlebaronsball.org. Sept. 20-21 — 16th annual Art of BBQ Presented by Back Alley Blues & BBQ 5-11 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday. South Elgin Avenue, between East First and Third streets. Food from local restaurants and live music. Taster kits, Saturday 11 a.m.-1 p.m., $10. Benefits Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa. Call Lauren Teague, 918-584-3333, ext. 212; or visit www.tulsaartofbbq.com, or www.ahhatulsa.org. Sept. 21 — Mini-Laps 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The Little Light House, 5120 E. 36th St. Race followed by carnival with free food and games. Free admission. $250-$15,000 sponsorships available. Benefits The Little Light House. Visit www.littlelighthouse.org. Sept. 21 — CF Climb and Crossfit Challenge 8 a.m., registration; 9 a.m., Climb and Crossfit Challenge. H.A. Chapman Stadium, The University of Tulsa, 3112 E. Eighth St. Stadium climbing event, followed by optional CrossFit Challenge on the field. Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Call Christy Rife, 918-744-6354, or visit www.cff.org/chapters/tulsa. Sept. 21-22 — 28th annual Bike MS: The Mother Road Ride 8 a.m., Saturday, 8 a.m., Sunday. Starts and ends at Agri Civic Center, Chandler. Bike ride to Stillwater, overnight in Chandler, bike through older sections of Route 66, bike back to Chandler; with three route options on day one. Includes breakfast on Sunday. Ages 12 (as of Sept. 12) through adult; ride as an individual or teams. Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Visit www.nationalMSsociety.org/ok.

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McDazzle FUN Ball 2013 Gearing up for a “dazzling” event

Imagine being the parent of a very ill child who needs extensive hospital care, especially when you and your family don’t live in the Tulsa area. Where will you stay? Ronald McDonald House of Tulsa, built in 1991, meets those families’ needs. TulsaPeople visited with Executive Director Jean Ann Hankins, to learn more. How have Ronald McDonald House’s needs grown over the years? The House originally opened with 14 rooms. In 2003, ten additional rooms were built, and today we have 24 private bedrooms and baths. We serve all Tulsa area medical facilities — wherever our families have children admitted. Families are referred by a hospital social worker or nurse and must live 25 miles or farther away from Tulsa. The suggested room donation rate is $10 per night, however it costs us $80 per night. No one is ever turned away for lack of resources. In 2012, we served over 500 families from all over the country. Give us a brief description of this year’s McDazzle event. The theme this year is FUN Ball, and it is shaping up to be just that. … All proceeds will be used for operating expenses. A big part of McDazzle FUN Ball will be Share-A-Night where donors can pay for a night, week, month or year’s stay for families who cannot afford to stay here.

Sept. 23 — Angelo Prassa Golf Tournament 11 a.m., lunch; 1 p.m., shotgun start. Cedar Ridge Country Club, 10302 S. Garnett Road, Broken Arrow. Shamble format. Cash raffles, golf clubs available for rent. $250, single entries; $200, hole sponsorship; $1,500, $5,000, $10,000, sponsorships; Mulligans, $5, or five for $20. Benefits Bishop Kelley High School. Call 918-5206069, or visit www.bkelleyhs.org. Sept. 23 — Foundation Cup 8:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., flights. 11:30 a.m., lunch. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Four-person scramble. Benefits Foundation for Tulsa Schools. Call Lucky Lamons, 918-746-6604, or visit www.foundationfortulsaschools.org. Sept. 24 — Annual Circle Dinner 6 p.m. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Tickets start at $1,000. Benefits Tulsa Botanic Garden. Call Carrie Vesely Henderson, 918-289-0330, or visit www.tulsabotanic.org. Sept. 24 — Global Visions Awards Presentation and Dinner 5:30 p.m., reception; 6:30 p.m., dinner and presentation. Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, 111 E. First St. “Downton Abbey”cameos by local impersonators; silent and

What has been your favorite memory of serving at Ronald McDonald House? My favorite memory is of the family who delivered twins. One of the twins had a serious heart condition that resulted in a heart transplant. The family lost their jobs and house while their lives were put on hold caring for the baby who was in the hospital for almost nine months. The other twin has perfect health along with their other daughter. The parents just seemed to take everything in stride and are so strong and full of faith. It was such a great testimony to all of us that no matter what happens in life, it’s all going to be okay – and so far for this family, it has been. Families are stronger when they can stay together and we were able to provide a place where they could care for their family and hospitalized baby while being far from home. We become family to the families that stay here. There is not a better feeling than that! How do you encourage volunteerism there? Volunteers are our lifeline. It takes over 50 volunteers a month to run our house. … We also rely on our Guest Chefs who prepare meals for the families staying here. When you’ve been at the hospital all day a friendly face, hot meal, a hot shower and warm bed will hopefully sustain a tired mom or dad so they can get up the next day and do it all over again. Volunteers are the heart of our house.

Sept. 12 — McDazzle FUN Ball 2013 Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. 6:30 p.m. Dinner, live entertainment, dancing, and live auctions. $150, individual tickets. $500-$15,000, sponsorships. Benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities, Tulsa. Call 918-496-2727, or visit www.rmhtulsa.org.

live auctions; background music by John Hamill, pianist. Dr. Dayal Meshri, the Rotary Club of Tulsa, and Nancy and Ray Feldman, honorees. Benefits Tulsa Global Alliance. $125, individual tickets. Sponsorships available. Call 918-591-4750, or visit www.tulsaglobalalliance.org. Sept. 24 — Meals on Wheels–Keep ’em Rolling 6-9 p.m. DoubleTree Hotel, 616 W. Seventh St. Dinner, drinks, live and silent auctions and live music. $75, individual tickets; $275-$10,000, sponsorships. Benefits Meals on Wheels Metro Tulsa. Call Jill Thompson, 918-627-4103, or e-mail jill@mowtulsa.org. Sept. 26 — “Hope as a Pathway to Prevention” 6-7:15 p.m. Cox Business Center, 100 Civic Center. Presented by Lisa Brenner, PhD. Director of Mental Illness Research Education and Clinical Center, Denver, Colo. Part of 19th annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium, Tulsa, Sept. 26-27. Free admission. Benefits Mental Health Association in Tulsa. Call 918-5851213, or visit www.mhat.org for more information. Sept. 27 — An Evening of Wine and Roses 6-7:30 p.m., sponsor wine tasting; 7-9:30 p.m., Garden tasting. Municipal Rose Garden at

Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria Ave. Includes wine from selected vintners and food from local restaurants; live entertainment, and silent auction. Benefits Tulsa Garden Center. Call 918-746-5125, or visit www.tulsagardencenter.com. Sept. 28 — Race for the Cure 6 a.m., registration and packet pickup; 6:30 a.m., Survivor Breakfast; 7:30 a.m., timed 5K race; 8:15 a.m., Survivors Parade and Ceremony; 9 a.m., untimed 5K race; 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., kids run around bases; 10 a.m., 1-mile Fun Run/Walk. ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. Benefits Susan G. Komen Tulsa. Call 918-7445099, or visit www.komentulsa.org. Sept. 29 — Concours for the Cure 4 – 7 p.m. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Honors national leaders, and features antique and classic cars, fine wines and cuisine. Dress, “Pebble Beach Casual.” Barry Meguiar, celebrity guest. Benefits American Diabetes Association. Visit www.concoursforthecure.com. tþ

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O K L A H O M A’ S P R E M I E R NATIVE AMERICAN ART SHOW

Shawna Cain - Sun Perch, Troy Jackson - Cherokee Woman Carrying Tradition, Sharon Irla - Save Xingu, Toneh Chuleewah - Eyeing the Hand, Jane Osti - Sacred Winds

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10th Annual Champions of Health Gala Tuesday, October 8, 2013 6 p.m. reception, dinner, awards

Cox Business Center 100 Civic Center Tulsa, OK 74103

$100 per person Make reservations through Sept. 27 by calling 1-855-628-8642

Champions of Health Chairs Dr. Gary and Sandra Trennepohl Champions of Health Dinner Committee Howard & Billie Barnett Jim & Kristin Bender Martha Burger Dr. Gerry & Paula Clancy

Becky & Jack Frank Dr. Dianne & Lou Gasbarra Bryan & Andrea Gonterman Jacque & Michael Hensley Michael & Libby Johnson Laura Kenny Jackie Kouri & Gary Paxton David & Tracy Kyle Mary & Eric MĂŠlon

Dr. Marc & Mary Milsten Leslie Paris Dr. John & Jane Phillips Dr. Gary Raskob Dr. Jim & Donna Riemer Jill & Robert Thomas Susan & William Thomas Don & Sheroll Walker Dr. George & Dr. Thelma Young

the chaMpionS oF health awardS are preSented by: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Office of the Governor Native American Liaison Oklahoma State Medical Association

A Division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

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A RAISIN IN THE SUN What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun? THOSE LINES from Langston Hughes’ poem Harlem inspired the title of Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking 1959 play, A Raisin in the Sun. The Younger family is about to inherit $10,000 — a lifeline to a more promising future. But there are differing opinions on the best way to use the funds: Walter (Freddie Tate) wants to invest in a liquor store; his sister, Beneatha (Alaina Tyson), wants to pursue an education; and Mama (Harriet Harris) wants to buy a house and leave their small South Side Chicago apartment. With themes of improving one’s station in life, combating race and gender stereotypes, remaining steadfast in the face of adversity, and the effects of dreams deferred, this classic play is timeless in its relevance and its ability to touch audiences’ hearts. September 5-7 at 7:30 p.m. L I D D Y D O E N G E S T H E AT R E Tickets are $15; $12 for seniors and students.

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ANDREW RALLY (Will Acker) is a successful TV actor with a problem: Shakespeare’s Hamlet. He’s agreed to play the role in New York, but he’s not sure he has the chops for it. So he rents an apartment once owned by the late legendary actor John Barrymore in hopes of finding inspiration. It arrives in due course — in the form of Barrymore’s belligerent ghost (Tyler Humphries, kneeling). The magic of the theatre and the perils of being taught by the ghost of an acting superstar form the hilarious heart of I Hate Hamlet, written by master comic playwright Paul Rudnick. Rounding out the cast are Playhouse regulars (standing left to right) Tabitha Littlefield, Jenny Guy, Barbara Murn and Tony Schneider.

ENJOY AN EVENING of music by Ludwig van Beethoven and Samuel Adler in honor of the 15th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Tulsa’s Crescendo Siwoo Kim Music Awards. Adler’s Violin Concerto, which will feature 2009 Crescendo winner Siwoo Kim as soloist, was jointly commissioned by the Tulsa Symphony and the Rotary Club of Tulsa. Another Adler work, “Song Cycle,” will also be performed, featuring several additional songs, by soprano Sarah Coburn. The evening will also include Beethoven’s “Leonore” Overture No. 3 and Symphony No. 5. Guest conductor is Philip Mann, music director of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and former associate conductor of the San Diego Symphony.

September 6-7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m. September 8 at 2 p.m. J O H N H . W I L L I A M S T H E AT R E Tickets are $24; $21 for seniors and students, $9 for children.

BEETHOVEN AND ADLER

Michele Cantrell

I HATE HAMLET

September 7 at 7:30 p.m. CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are $15-$70.

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BLUE MAN GROUP

BLUE MAN GROUP’S critically acclaimed show has been called “visually stunning,” “wildly inventive” and “hysterically funny.” High-tech stage effects and visuals offer a multi-sensory experience that combines theatre, percussive music, art, science and comedy. Interactive elements compensate for the absence of dialogue in the show and make the experience fun for all ages, languages and cultures. In fact, the show is so interactive that the first three rows come with complimentary ponchos to shield the audience from food, paint and whatever other substance may come flying off the stage! Created and founded in 1987 by Chris Wink, Matt Goldman and Phil Stanton, Blue Man Group is a big, loud, crazy, funny and visually arresting performance.

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LEGALLY BLONDE DELTA NU SORORITY President Elle Woods (Kelsey Luetjen) can handle anything. So when her boyfriend, Warner (John Tupy), dumps her in search of a more “serious” girlfriend, she decides to follow him to Harvard Law School and win him back. With some help from new friends Paulette (Karleena Riggs) and Emmett (Seth Paden) and her chihuahua, Bruiser, Elle realizes that she can use her knowledge of the law to help others while remaining her stylish blonde self. Legally Blonde is based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the 2001 film of the same name, with music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin and book by Heather Hach. Other cast members include John Orsulak as Professor Callahan and Elizabeth Hunt as Warner’s new girlfriend, Vivienne. September 20-21, 26-28 at 8 p.m. September 21, 29 at 2 p.m. JOHN H. WILLIAMS T H E AT R E Tickets are $20; $16 for students and seniors.

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September 10-15 CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are $25-$70.

WALKING ON WATER PRODUCTIONS

LOVE BANK, PARTS 1 AND 2

KAREN MATHEWS, a single, 35-year-old billionaire, seems to have it all, but she does not have true love. A beautiful, romantic, sassy and independent woman, Karen has been led to believe that love does not exist anymore. Betrayal is all she knows from her past relationships. A leap of faith leads

Karen down a painful memory lane, but she discovers a fulfilling friendship and true love prevails. Love Bank was written and produced by Aneesah Perkins, CEO and founder of Mahogany Brides magazine. Part 1 of the play will be performed on September 21; Part 2 is on September 22. September 21 at 7:30 p.m. September 22 at 3:30 p.m. L I D D Y D O E N G E S T H E AT R E Tickets are $20 per show; $45 for table seats.

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Nicholas Cords and cellist Eric Jacobsen. They will perform Schubert’s Quartet in C Minor, D. 703, “Quartettsatz”; John Cage’s In a Landscape; Bartok’s Quartet No. 2, Op. 17; Evan Ziporyn’s Qi and Colin Jacobsen’s Three Miniatures for String Quartet. September 22 at 3 p.m. J O H N H . W I L L I A M S T H E AT R E Tickets are $25; $5 for students.

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Rosalie O’Connor

TULSA BALLET

SAMPLE THE VERSATILITY of Tulsa Ballet with this three-in-one performance! In American dance icon Paul Taylor’s Company B, lighthearted tunes and elements from popular 1940s dances, like the Jitterbug and Lindy Hop, are juxtaposed with stark images of war and its impact on those left behind. ONE/end/ONE, by Finnish choreographer Jorma Elo, was inspired by the rhythmic pulses

KHALED HOSSEINI’S first two bestselling novels, The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns, broadened the world’s view of Afghanistan, offering millions of readers a personalized understanding of the nation and its people. His newest novel, And the Mountains Echoed, covers 60 years of Afghanistan’s history and also follows characters living in Europe, America and Pakistan. The novel offers a global perspective on how our lives are intertwined and how the choices we make resonate through generations. Hosseini was born in Afghanistan but has lived in the U.S. since age 15. While he is a U.S. citizen, his deep affinity for his homeland helped form his stories and also galvanized the creation of The Khaled Hosseini Foundation, a nonprofit that provides humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. October 4 at 10:30 a.m.

of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major. Elo’s signature style of combining classical steps and structure with highly articulated non-classical movements will be evident in the Oklahoma premiere of this piece. Rite of Spring is set to the music of Stravinsky. Holding an iconic place in the world of ballet, this piece, originally choreographed by Vaslav Nijinsky, incited riots when it first appeared in 1913. One hundred years later, Tulsa Ballet brings Adam Hougland’s modernized staging of this ballet back to the stage after its successful premiere in Tulsa last year.

CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are sold by subscription at tulsatownhall.com and 918-749-5965.

September 27-28 at 8 p.m. September 29 at 3 p.m.

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THIS ISN’T your grandfather’s string quartet! Brooklyn Rider combines a wildly eclectic repertoire with a gripping performance style that continues to attract fans and draw critical acclaim from classical, rock and world music critics. An integral part of the group’s work involves creative collaborations with musicians outside the classical music sphere. The group also draws musical inspiration from the array of cultures and artistic energy found in the borough of Brooklyn in New York City, a place they call home. Rider’s members include violinists Johnny Gandelsman and Colin Jacobsen, violist

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The Last Word

Commentary on Tulsa life by CONNIE CRONLEY

I’m a believer

I am a child of American adver-

tising. That means I believe everything. And anything. I believe the purpose of life is romance, style and a great smile. I believe I can have these things if I buy the right shampoo, toothpaste, car and phone system. If all of that fails, finding a good Christian online dating system will save me. A click of the mouse is all it takes. I am not alone in believing big. In high school, my friend Betty remarked one day that the sun had not come up. The rest of us thought it was a cloudy day. Not Betty. She believed that some days the sun came up in the east and some days that lucky old sun simply chose not to roll around heaven all day. This prepared me for years ahead of living in Oklahoma where many of us believe the unbelievable, especially about politics and religion. No use trying to debate or reason with us, just say “Hmm” and look for the nearest door. And so it is that I believe in prescriptive reading. Reading the right book can cure what ails you, or at least it can ameliorate the symptoms. Take the summer-long, Hasty Bake heat wave. That ailed me. So I prescribed myself a series of cooling novels. I made a stack of Barbara Pym novels, moved a chair directly under an air conditioning vent, and reread my way through them. This is the 100th anniversary of the birth of Pym, the English author considered the contemporary Jane Austen. Her slim, witty novels

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are set in 1950s English villages and suburban Anglican parishes. They feature women who wear hats and gloves, drink a great deal of tea, entertain the curate for supper, remember old beaus and are bemused by daily life in their cool and damp climate.

I am not alone in believing big. In high school, my friend Betty remarked one day that the sun had not come up. “Ah,” an English woman told me, “the England that never was.” Light years away from a hot summer, which is what I wanted. I had just seen the Tulsa SummerStage play “84 Charing Cross Road” and now realized the austerity and food shortages of post-World War II England. This gave me new insight to the frugality of Pym’s characters. I saw why they fussed over what to serve the vicar at tea

or how to let out the seams of an old dress and noted the progress of the new buildings going up in the bombed ruins of the Blitz. Yet, they pressed on, enjoying life and relishing the fussiness of the Anglo-Catholic Church of England. Pym’s novels are social comedies, but not as flashy as Noel Coward. Although they are quiet, they are not trifles. She was shortlisted for the acclaimed Booker Prize. She writes gently, with a clean style and clear observation of human behavior. Time roars past so quickly, history seems left in the dust. One hundred years ago Woodrow Wilson was president, Suffragettes were marching in the streets, stainless steel was invented, Camels became the first packaged cigarettes, Hedy Lamarr was born and the Philadelphia A’s won the World Series. Boy, does that sound like a long time ago. No wonder Oklahoma’s glamorous chanteuse Lee Wiley sang naughtily in 1933, “Don’t save your kisses, pass them around … Who will know you passed them around a hundred years from today.” Since I believe everything, I believe history can be both informative and enjoyable. As autumn approaches, here’s one way to enjoy history. Make yourself a plate of finger sandwiches, pour a glass of sherry and read Barbara Pym. I especially recommend “A Few Green Leaves,” “A Glass of Blessings” and “Excellent Women.” You, too, may believe there’s no substitute for a cool book. tþ

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