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Code blue Exploring Oklahoma’s reputation as one of the unhealthiest states

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✻ VOLUME 27 / ISSUE 6

The revitalization of downtown Tulsa has turned empty streets and buildings into a vibrant hub for dining, living and entertainment.

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In the second installment of our sixpart series addressing Oklahoma’s unacceptable rankings, we take a look at the factors behind Oklahoma’s reputation as one of the nation’s unhealthiest states. BY NELLIE KELLY

Essay: Something to brag about

Tulsa transplant Sarah Haertl’s thoughts on her new home state.

Tulsa’s heart, in art

Five local artists discuss a sampling of their work depicting downtown. BY BRADLEY MORRIS

Portraits of a revitalization

TulsaPeople profiles some of the pioneers, visionaries, entrepreneurs, cheerleaders, builders and strategists behind downtown Tulsa’s second chance. BY JENNIE LLOYD

Real Weddings

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13 Winners take all Edison Preparatory School’s pom squads gained national attention by scoring five first-place wins at the 2012 state championship. 16 Passions A love of jazz brings two business owners to Tulsa. 18 Desktop A look at the office of Scott Wise, founder and CEO, Armada Consulting 20 What it’s like A young Tulsan’s passion and baking skills raise $10,000 to fight cancer. 22 Storefront The Brothers Hat Shop has brought a love for men’s fashion to the streets of downtown. 24 Roots Catching up with Olivia Jordan, Miss Beverly Hills USA 26 Everyday stories QuikTrip Manager Royce Hubble’s unique talent keeps customers smiling. 28 Locker room A top pitching prospect looks forward to his major league career. 30 On the verge Stuffed? 32 At large For the love of ...

79 Purse strings Handbag designer Rebecca Minkoff visits Saks Fifth Avenue this month. 80 Top 10 Mayfest Executive Director Heather Pingry’s must-haves 84 Home A 1984 home enters the next generation with a balance of traditional and contemporary aesthetics. 92 Dining out Three recently opened downtown dining destinations serve up a taste of Tulsa nostalgia. 95 Table talk Chow down for charity. 96 Wine Regal Cabernet is sophisticated, smooth and structured. 98 Health Depression is not a normal part of aging, but an illness that is highly treatable when recognized.

121 Long road home A 1-mile walk will raise awareness of Oklahoma’s foster care needs. 122 Agenda This month’s standout events 124 Out & about See and be seen. 128 Benefits Fundraisers and fun happenings 134 Artist in residence Betty Notter adds downtown’s new favorites to her repertoire of pen and ink drawings. 136 The culturist Grace Grothaus uses technology to create a unique art experience. 138 Tulsa sound Musician Chris Combs takes an original composition to Switzerland. 140 Worth reading Oklahoma author Rilla Askew puts human faces on the issue of illegal immigration. 144 The last word Cinematic app-titude

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From the editors by KENDALL BARROW

ately, there are times when I do not recognize my own city. I love that. My husband and I were headed to dinner recently at the hot new restaurant of the moment, PRHYME, located — where else but downtown? During the walk from our car we passed a glowing pool so serene, it should have been in a magazine (note to self for a future home story). Since when did downtown living look so posh? For a good 10 minutes, I longed for a life more conducive to apartment dwelling. We also passed something I am finally getting used to seeing downtown at night ... people. Where streets were once silent, now live a bustling city by day and a thriving mecca for Tulsans by night. Whether it is for food, living or entertainment, downtown is the place to be. And we owe it all to a key group of individuals, a group we like to call “the architects” of downtown’s revitalization. In our cover feature on p. 44, we profile some of the pioneers, visionaries, cheerleaders, builders, strategists and entrepreneurs who have helped reshape Tulsa’s core, giving it the second chance it so richly deserved. We are not the only ones in love with downtown Tulsa. In this special downtown issue, guest contributor and Tulsa transplant Sarah Haertl shares her first impressions of our city. We also take a look at the work of five local artists who depict downtown (p. 42). And, you do not want to miss Food Editor Judy Allen’s review of downtown’s newest dining destinations on p. 92. Whether you are craving seafood, sandwiches or anything in between, downtown offers something for everyone. While downtown Tulsa has much to be proud of, not all aspects of our city and state have the same bragging rights. Take our overall poor health, for example. In the second installment of our six-part series, “Unacceptable” (p. 36), we take a look at the factors behind our reputation as one of the unhealthiest states. Depression is a condition that affects people everywhere, and Tulsa’s senior population is not immune. The good news is that, when recognized, depression is highly treatable. For ways you can help a loved one receive help, read Missy Kruse’s senior living piece on p. 98. Last, but not least, in our biannual Real Weddings feature beginning on p. 64, we celebrate the recent unions of three couples with Tulsa ties. From Australia to Oklahoma City to Las Vegas, these couples prove love travels the distance. My love affair with Tulsa began long ago. As with many great love stories, absence made my heart grow fonder. It was not until I left for college (just one state north, mind you) that I truly realized the gem I left behind. Tulsa called me back, and I am proud to be part of its next great generation. I am hoping ours will be the one to put water in the river. Until then, I will see you downtown. tþ Managing Editor

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The story behind the story On discovering Tulsa artists — BRADLEY MORRIS I was thrilled to get this assignment. I’ve been a musician all my life, but it wasn’t until 1999 that I started learning about visual arts and discovered that I really liked the world into which I was peering, so the chance to look closely at local art and talk to its creators was pretty cool. While writing a piece for another publication, I came across Heathyr Chenoweth. I immediately fell in love with her (she’s adorable) and her work (I now own one of her pieces), so I knew I wanted to include her — not only because I think she’s awesome, but also because I think everyone in Tulsa should think so, too. And in researching this piece, I just happened to run into Bill Lea at Ziegler’s Art & Frame. He had with him an impossibly long print of the photograph I wrote about in this article, and listening to him talk about how he does his thing was mind-boggling. I didn’t grow up here, but these artists capture downtown in ways that make me more fully appreciate our little berg.

On tobacco control — NELLIE KELLY When I interviewed State Health Commissioner Terry Cline about the poor health statistics in our state, he was enthusiastic, even giddy, and he had one request: Please put “tobacco control” in the top paragraph. Put it in the headline. Put it in bold type. At the time, Cline was working with a health coalition to pass a bill in the state Legislature that would allow towns and cities to restore local control of smoke-free public areas.

Similar bills had failed before, but with Gov. Mary Fallin firmly in the anti-tobacco court, Cline was feeling confident. The day after I spoke with him, the bill was killed. Happily, the governor — never one to hold back, especially since both her parents died from smoking-related illnesses — held a press conference the following day and said that if tobacco control couldn’t make its way through the Legislature, she wanted it to go before a vote of the people. Thank you, Gov. Fallin and Commissioner Cline, for looking out for the best interests of our state. I am so glad I’ll never again to have to say, “No smoking, please,” when I go to a restaurant. And I would love not to be forced to hold my breath and make a mad dash through a throng of smokers congregated at practically every building entrance in the state. Cline told me that if our smoking rates alone would fall, the rest of our state’s bad statistics — for heart disease, diabetes, premature death and cancer — would plummet and we would leapfrog other states. Let’s get some control over tobacco, Oklahoma. To register your support, visit www.dontsmokeonme.com.

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Edison Preparatory School’s sixththrough ninth-grade and varsity pom teams placed first at the state championship in December. Edison is the first Oklahoma high school in the past 16 years to receive first place in every category its program entered.

Edison Preparatory School’s pom squads gained national attention by scoring five first-place wins at the 2012 state championship. by LAUREN BEACH

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Sarah Ivie coaches Edison’s sixth- to ninth-grade and varsity pom squads. She has coached pom teams since she was a sophomore in high school.

ong practices. Hard work. Injuries. Determination. Time. Effort. All words that can be used to describe the experience of high school athletes who wish to compete on a championship stage. But all that work pays. A prime example? Edison Preparatory School’s pom squads. In December 2012, Edison’s sixth- to ninth-grade and varsity pom squads all placed first at the Oklahoma State Dance Team Championship. However, when most people think of the sport of pom, they picture cute girls in short skirts waving pom-poms. This perception is one the pom squads of Edison want to change. Sarah Ivie, who has coached local pom teams since she was a sophomore in high school, came to Edison with the hope of building the program and bringing recognition to the sport. Edison pom originated in 2004 with seven girls. Under Ivie’s direction, the Edison pom program has 35 middle school and 26 high school team members. With this

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“It’s nice for the other sports at Edison to see the pom squads practicing, and as we get stronger ... and the program builds, the school is starting to recognize these girls as athletes.” — Sarah Ivie, Edison pom coach large group, Ivie continues to foster the spirit of teamwork to ensure the squads work together for a common goal: to win. With intense practice schedules (13 hours per week for the high school team) as well as competitions, the time and effort required to compete in the sport of pom can be overwhelming without a strong support system. To help alleviate some of the stress, Ivie has the teams participate in team-building activities to encourage relationships, such as asking varsity team members to “adopt” a member of one of the younger teams to help them with dances and conditioning, as well as

to enjoy fun, after-school activities. Senior Tabitha Van Schenck describes it as having “families within our team; each of us has a ‘little sister’ on our squad. We’ll text them, see if they want to grab some ice cream or just hang out.” “Having the high school girls involved in the middle school program promotes the program as a whole,” Ivie says. “It inspires the younger girls to want to be better and be just like the older girls.” With Ivie’s help, the Edison pom squads have gained state attention as the first Oklahoma high school team in the past 16 years to receive a first-place victory in every category its program entered.

“It’s been four years since Edison’s varsity pom squad has won state, and it’s the first time in Oklahoma that any school’s teams have won state in so many categories at one time,” Ivie says. Senior Mariel Cline remembers the championship day vividly. “Going into state, we had been practicing so hard because we knew our competition would be really tough,” she says. “We knew we had to be on our A-game to win, and it motivated us to do our best. I remember when the announcement was made that varsity won state, I couldn’t stop crying.” The varsity first-place win was the final announcement at the state championship, completing the sweep for Edison. The student body’s excitement was overwhelming. “The whole school was congratulating us,” recalls senior Arianna Cole. “Even on Twitter the night after we won, our classmates and friends were going crazy.” The teams went on to compete at the national championship. The varsity and freshmen teams competed in Orlando, Fla., Feb. 2-3. The varsity team placed 25th out of 77 teams, and the freshmen placed ninth. The eighth-grade team went to nationals in Fort Worth, Texas, Feb. 9-10, placing first. The seniors on the varity squad credit Ivie for their win and subsequent trip to nationals. “Pom is what we love to do, and Sarah is a big part of why we’re so inspired to work hard,” Cline says. Cole adds, “If Sarah didn’t coach us, most of us wouldn’t be doing this. We all love the sport, but our team wouldn’t be the team it is without her. She’s definitely our motivator.” Ivie simply wants her girls to be recognized as the athletes and champions they are. “It’s nice for the other sports teams at Edison to see the pom squads practicing, and as we get stronger ... and the program builds, the school is starting to recognize these girls as athletes,” she says. “These girls work so hard, and all you want as a coach is for your teams to feel success and have the acknowledgement from other people that they are the best.” tþ

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People, places and other things Tulsans love

All that jazz The local jazz scene drew two Tulsa transplants to our fair city. by LANE CLEGG

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Longtime jazz lovers Jeanine and Jim Rhea are volunteers with the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. gested Jim join the board, on which he has served since 2004. As a director, Jim has been involved in countless decisions affecting the Tulsa jazz scene. “(My experience on the board) has been fascinating,” he says. “To see all of the changes (to) the Jazz Hall in moving from the Greenwood Cultural Center, where it had been since

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Jim and Jeanine Rhea fell in love over jazz. Now, they actively promote the uniquely American musical style as volunteers with the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. But it all began those decades ago when Jeanine spotted Jim on the dance floor their freshman year at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Jazz records were spinning. “When I first saw him,” she recalls, “he was dancing with my sorority sister. He was a good dancer. I looked to whomever was standing next to me and said, ‘Well, this has to stop. He’s going to be dancing with me.’ And he did promise to dance with me for the rest of my life.” Both had loved jazz before high school. In fact, Jim was able to pay the couple’s way through school with his big band and as a pianist in a jazz combo. The two have continually sought out live jazz music wherever they have been. After transferring to and graduating from the University of Nebraska, Jim and Jeanine moved several times before ending up in Stillwater. There, Jim worked in the radio, TV and film department at Oklahoma State University and Jeanine taught in the management department. Occasionally traveling to Tulsa for live shows, the couple attended their first Jazz Hall event in 2003 as the guests of a friend on its board of trustees. After Jeanine retired from teaching, the Rheas relocated again in 2004, choosing to reside in Tulsa largely because of the Jazz Hall and the city’s “amazing musicians and talent,” Jim says. Jim’s friend sug-

it started, to (the Tulsa Union Depot) in 2007 as a part of Vision 2025 — there were a lot of changes in the transition ... and always changes in musicians.” Professionally Jim and Jeanine work as partners in Greenwood Consulting, a downtown Tulsa firm. Together they work with a wide range of organizations, but it always

comes back to jazz. When they’re traveling for business, the couple always tries to catch a live show. Each city they visit provides them a taste of unfamiliar musicians and a new spin on the music they love. “When (jazz musicians) feed off each other, there is a synergetic event that takes place,” Jeanine says. “When you’ve missed a live event, you’ve just missed it — it’s gone into thin air. We try to help people understand that they need to be there.” And so, the Rheas encourage others to experience the synergy for themselves, letting Tulsans know when jazz musicians are playing locally and where. Jim compiles a newsletter that highlights jazz shows at local venues — the Jazz Hall, restaurants and other concert halls — and reaches approximately 5,000 jazz fans. The newsletter is posted on websites such as www.tulsajazz.wordpress. com and www.sites.google.com/ site/tulsajazzsociety. “When music is spread through a community,” Jeanine says, “we really need to be out there to support that. It creates a whole different culture for our city.” “Maybe less than 30 percent of people in Tulsa know that the Jazz Hall of Fame is here in Tulsa,” Jim adds. “We work on letting people know that it’s here and it’s a great place to spend a Sunday or a Tuesday evening.” tþ

For more information on the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame and events, visit www.okjazz.org.

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Scott Wise

Founder and CEO, Armada Consulting by ART HADDAWAY

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Traveling is a big part of Wise’s job, but when he’s not flying to meet clients, working from this desk made from a reclaimed airplane wing helps him feel closer to them. “I need to be working just as diligently on my clients’ work as if I were on a plane headed to their office,” he says. The desk is Wise’s favorite part about his workplace.

cott Wise doesn’t operate a typical financial consulting firm. Be it the relaxing, wide-open space, its unique modern-industrial theme or Wise’s collection of one-of-a-kind keepsakes, you can’t help but feel at home when you walk through the door. “You wouldn’t suspect there’s a bunch of accounting and finance guys in this office,” Wise says. “Even though they’re numbers people, they’re creative in how they model and how they analyze those numbers, and I think this environment has helped us with that.” Wise, 44, is the founder and CEO of Armada Consulting, a software design development and consulting company that offers cost management and profitability modeling for financial institutions. A business advisor for more than 20 years, he started the company in 2002 and has served many organizations nationwide. Wise’s firm is on the second floor of a newly renovated, 100-year-old building in the heart of downtown Broken Arrow. He chose the location as a reflection of how he conducts business. “Every one of our clients wants to accomplish things a little bit differently, and there’s no cookie-cutter solution, so I didn’t want a cookie-cutter office with a bunch of cubes and that restrictive environment,” Wise says. “There’s a lot of art in the type of finance work that we do, and so this helps foster some of that creativity.” tþ

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Wise’s fervor for antiques led him to these two pictures of various currency. He says they represent the value and diversity of his clientele, comprised of mostly banking organizations.

“Because I travel so much with work ... my kids have been able to see some amazing places, and the mask is from one of the first trips that we took that was paid for with frequent flier miles from work,” Wise says. “The mask reminds me that travel can also be fun and not always work.”

Wise found this typewriter in an antique store after starting his business. “The typewriter reminds me that no matter how useful (you are), you have to continue to innovate or become extinct,” he says.

One of the most distinguished items in Wise’s office, a pub table, sits in the middle of the room. “Our thought process was it was easier to collaborate around the environment that wasn’t a stuffy office ... and what better way to do that than on a high-top pub table?” he asks.

One thing you’ll always find on Wise’s desk is a small stack of inspirational books. “My faith is a big part of our business,” he explains.

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First-person experiences

Cupcakes for a cause A young Tulsan’s passion and baking skills raise $10,000 to fight cancer. by RACHEL WEAVER

How the idea began: My papa had lung cancer seven years ago and I really care for him, and my dance teacher Miss Kim ... founded Dance for a Cure seven years ago when she lost her dad to lung cancer. I decided that I wanted to combine the two things I love most to help raise money to donate to Dance for a Cure. I love baking cupcakes, so for my 10th birthday I asked for cupcake

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Her helpers: My mom was my biggest promoter. She started my Facebook page and word spread fast. Miss Kim, family and friends also told everyone they know, and then we did some TV interviews that also got us more orders.

Sydney Wyre, 10, raised $10,000 for the American Cancer Society by baking 9,300 cupcakes in 2012.

Presenting the check to the American Cancer Society: It brought joy to my heart. When Miss Kim announced my total at Dance for a Cure I was so proud to know that I did this. I honestly never thought we would (collect) this much, but it makes me happy to know that there are so many people out there that want to make a difference, even if it’s just by buying a cupcake. Other passions: My mom and I volunteer with Emmy’s Heart, Go Bald or Go Home and Turn BA Pink ... to help raise money to fight cancer. I also like to do things for the Children’s Oncology Clinic at Saint Francis. I love to see the smiles on (the children’s) faces when we do something for them. Winning 2012 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy: I was surprised that I got it since I’m only 10, but it made me feel like I could save someone’s life by doing this and that made me really happy. Evan Taylor

t started with sugar and a whole lot of heart. But these two ingredients were only part of 10-year-old Sydney Wyre’s recipe. After witnessing her grandfather fight (and win) his cancer battle, she knew she wanted to do something to help find a cure for cancer. Wyre’s love of baking and dancing ignited her dream. In August 2012, Sydney founded Cupcakes for a Cure with the motto, “Curing Cancer, One Cupcake at a Time.” For the next several months, Wyre and her mom, Dana, sold four cupcake flavors at $1 each, spending an average of 10-15 hours a week baking, decorating and delivering cupcakes. By January 2013, Wyre and her mom had baked 9,300 cupcakes, raising $10,000. They presented the check on Jan. 12, 2013, at the annual Dance for a Cure benefit founded by Wyre’s dance teacher, Kim MillerClark. In November the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Eastern Oklahoma Chapter named Wyre — who turns 11 on April 16 — the 2012 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy.

-baking supplies. My mom and I decided we would take orders for cupcakes and then donate the money. Our original goal was $500, but we reached that in four days so we just kept going.

Did she get tired? Yes, there were weekends when we had to bake 700 or 800 cupcakes, and by the end I was tired. It takes a lot of time to make that many cupcakes.

What she wants you to know: I just want people to know that anyone can make a difference doing something. Find something you like and focus on that. The more people we have fighting cancer, the sooner we will find a cure. No one should have to battle this horrible disease. tþ

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Hats off

The Brothers Hat Shop has brought a love for men’s fashion to the streets of downtown. by ART HADDAWAY

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Lemmel Fields founded The Brothers Hat Shop in 2003 with his brother, Don Heisser, who is now retired. The shop is in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District.

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ulsa is abuzz with one of the latest trends in men’s fashion: hats. These stylish accessories can be seen almost everywhere nowadays, and The Brothers Hat Shop at 108 N. Greenwood Ave. can cure nearly any hankering for headwear. The shop, located in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District just south of Oklahoma State University-Tulsa, is a small haberdashery featuring a wide assortment of hats with varying fits, fabrics, colors and styles made from some of today’s top designers. Brothers Lemmel Fields and Don Heisser founded the business in 2003 and offer shoppers something for every occasion — from workplace and formal affairs to sporting events and social gatherings. “We’re known for hats,” says Fields, whose son, Jamel, also has worked as a salesperson at the store. “Whatever the styles of today are, we carry a lot of (them). We’re one of the few stores in Oklahoma that have a nice selection of different kinds of hats.” The store has experienced a recent boom in business with the growing hat fad, coupled with the ongoing development in the historic area, something the brothers considered when choosing the location. “The area has a lot of history, and we’re just trying to continue that history,” says Heisser, who worked at UPS before opening the shop. He is now retired. Fields, previously a car salesman for 17 years at Keystone Chevrolet, adds, “My thought when I first came down here was to give the community something they didn’t have. “I thought that this would be good because of the traffic that drives near the college, and it’s closer to down-

town, and people have an opportunity to come down and see and be able to purchase a hat.” Locals can peruse a selection of classic to modern suede fedoras, fur homburgs, and Baku and Milan straw hats. The store also carries vintage bowlers, worsted wool caps and classic felt porkpies, as well as blended-fabric berets and formal top hats. Popular brands include Dobbs, Stetson, Biltmore, Borsalino, Kangol, Selentino and Beaver Brand. The shop also features a large line of dress apparel and clothing accessories that provide what the brothers call a “one-stop shop” for men look-

ing to update their entire wardrobe, not just their hat collection. “We try to give a man a quality hat also with quality clothes,” Fields says. “You can get your hats, shoes, suit (pants and suit jackets), shirts, cufflinks; you can get everything right here … We can dress you from the head to the toe.” “We definitely believe in dressing well,” Heisser says. “I know that what we have is not for everyone, but it’s our choice.” Their fervor for fashion — particularly hats — and inspiration for starting the store came from their father, an avid clothing connoisseur, who

regularly dressed up and donned a hat with every outfit. “I always thought my dad was one of the cleanest men that I ever saw,” Fields says. “He always said that in order to look successful, you’ve got to dress successful.” He adds, “A lot of people come in and they say, ‘I’ve never worn a hat before,’ or ‘Hats don’t look good on my head,’ (but) we can take a certain hat and put it on them and make it look good for them.” tþ

Hours of operation: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday

ROOTS

Checking in with former Tulsans

Olivia Jordan Thomas Miss Beverly Hills USA by MARNIE FERNANDEZ Vital Stats: Born and raised in Tulsa; daughter of Bob and Jill Thomas; graduated from Bishop Kelley High School in 2007; earned a health sciences degree from Boston University in 2011.

Was Miss Beverly Hills your first pageant? No, I entered the Miss Santa Monica one first and actually made it into the top 10. I was so surprised to make it that far. But that gave me the confidence to enter the Miss Beverly Hills pageant.

The Tulsa native moved to California for fitness training, modeling and acting, and ended up with three pageants under her belt — and a crown on her head.

Now: Lives in Los Angeles; uses the professional name Olivia Jordan; currently holds the title of Miss Beverly Hills USA; was recently named first runner-up in the 2013 Miss California USA pageant.

And obviously, you won. How has that experience been? Totally overwhelming. It really has opened up a lot of doors for me and I’ve made a lot of connections during my reign. And it has been a lot of fun. What is your platform? Well, the Miss USA pageant circuit doesn’t really do platforms. However, I have gotten really involved with the Children of the Night program, which works with getting girls out of prostitution. I did similar volunteer work in Boston, and it is really a passion of mine to help these girls.

Boston and Los Angeles are two completely different worlds. What made you decide to move? I graduated with a health sciences degree and was really into fitness training. I thought I would have more opportunities in Los Angeles, so I decided to move there after graduation, sight unseen. And I’ve always modeled on the side, so I figured I would give that a try, as well.

You were first runner-up in the Miss California USA pageant, which was only your third pageant ever. Were you nervous? I was petrified. But I worked really hard, did everything my coaches told me and had the support of my family. It still seems surreal that I made it that far.

That is a pretty bold move. Did you know anyone in Los Angeles? No, not a soul. It was really a leap of faith.

So, you move to L.A. to try out fitness training, modeling and acting. How did you end up in the pageant circuit? Until last year, I had never been in a pageant in my life. But I was looking through a web-

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What about the acting scene? Most people move there to try and break into the acting world. Well, that was kind of an afterthought. My last semester in college, I got a part as the ring girl in the movie “Here Comes the Boom.” It was such a great experience, I decided that I would give that a try, as well. And the role made me eligible for my Screen Actors Guild card, which can help open doors in the industry.

site for casting auditions and came upon an information session about the Miss USA Pageants ... (I) thought that would be a good way not only

for me to help my acting and modeling career, but also to help me get plugged into the community.

Speaking of family, how do you think your upbringing in Tulsa has contributed to your success in California? Oh, my family is everything to me. We are really close and I consider myself extremely lucky to have grown up in Tulsa. Oklahoma will always be home, and I am grateful for the down-to-earth upbringing I had. To me growing up in Tulsa was about love, family, looking out for your neighbor and being faithful to your community. I hope to take what I’ve learned and apply it to my life in L.A. tþ

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Tulsans you should know

It’s all in the rhyming

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QuikTrip manager Royce Hubble keeps customers smiling with his clever behind-the-counter rhymes.

ven on hectic mornings, most customers rushing into the downtown Tulsa QuikTrip leave the store grinning when Royce Hubble is behind the counter. After all, this manager at the East 15th Street and South Denver Avenue location has found a way to make mornings a little less boring for his clientele. Each day he walks into work in his red QT uniform, Hubble uses his distinctive talent for rhymes. He rattles off rhymes about anything and everything — from gas and cash to candy bars and cars — as customers check out at the register. It may be as simple as the phrase, “See you later, alligator,” or the more complex jingle “There’s nothin’ like a tasty blueberry muffin,” but one thing is certain — Hubble has a talent unlike any other convenience store employee in Tulsa. “The biggest joy I get out of it is just to get to see people hee-haw,” Hubble says. “My main goal is to bring a smile to their face.“ A QT employee for 32 years, Hubble began using the jingles in the mid-’90s as a way to draw repeat customers by ensuring they had a great experience in his downtown store. “People are in QuikTrip just for a few minutes ... to get what they’re after and then get

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out,” he says. “They seemed so stressed out or heavy-laden, so it started as a way to brighten their day.” Now, rhyming is second nature, he says. And although Hubble has been keeping his rhyming routine strong for 18 years — and sees hundreds of customers during his morning shift — he is still able to come up with a few fresh jingles every day. “The more you do anything, the better you get at it,” he says. Of course, Hubble has stood alongside coworkers who have become a bit annoyed by the manager’s flair. Others have taken on the rhyming challenge with a few limericks of their own. “There have been some who I think were better than me at it,” Hubble says. “Even some customers will come up and rhyme to me, and I will tell them they’re already trained, so grab an application.” One thing is evident when this manager is busy at work — customers who enter his store typically do come back for more. “It’s about making you smile,” he says, “and having a good time while you’re here.” tþ

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Hubble rhymes for us in an online video shot at his downtown QuikTrip store.

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his month marks three years since the Tulsa Drillers’ inaugural game at ONEOK Field in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District. Since then, the surrounding area has boomed with development — from hotels, lofts and restaurants to visual art centers and parks. “I can’t wait to see what the next phase of development brings to downtown Tulsa,” says Mike Melega, Drillers general manager. “With the completion of projects like the Guthrie Green, the Zarrow Center and the Fairfield Inn since last season, and with other projects like the GreenArch lofts scheduled to open during the 2013 season, the neighborhood and the environment for our fans just keeps getting better all of the time.”

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Getting to know Tulsa’s top athletes

Dylan Bundy A top pitching prospect looks forward to his major league career. by DOUG EATON

When did you start playing baseball? I was about 4 years old. My dad (Denver Bundy) put me on a T-ball team. I had always watched my older brother (Bobby Bundy, now a pitcher for a minor league team of the Orioles, the Bowie Baysox) play baseball. Then, when I was about 8 years old, my dad got a tractor, and the next thing you know, we are building a mound and batting cages out in our pasture in Sperry. What about baseball appealed to you? I just liked the game and the challenges it offered, like how far the ball would carry when you hit it or how many times I could hit the catcher’s mitt in a row. What were your thoughts when you first were called up to the Orioles?

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Dylan, left, and Bobby Bundy are brothers and pitchers.

Dylan Bundy’s path to the major leagues Photos courtesy of Baltimore Orioles

atch ESPN or the MLB Network and you’ll likely hear Dylan Bundy’s name and see him in action. After being named Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year, Baseball America High School Player of the Year and USA Today National Player of the Year, as well as receiving numerous other honors during his senior season at Owasso High School, the former Ram was selected by the Baltimore Orioles as the fourth overall selection in the 2011 amateur baseball draft. From his initial assignment in Class A, Bundy received three promotions in just six months during the 2012 season. Then, on Sept. 19, the 6-foot, 1-inch, right-handed pitcher received the phone call every player dreams of and made his big league debut four days later in Boston’s fabled Fenway Park. He is widely regarded as one of baseball’s top pitching prospects. TulsaPeople caught up with Bundy as he prepared for an off-season workout with his former Owasso baseball team.

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plane to Seattle (where the Orioles were playing). How about the first time you pitched in the majors? I was down in the bullpen in the bottom of the eighth inning and (Orioles Manager Buck Showalter) called and told me to get ready. I got ready with just six warm-up pitches and then made that long run from the bullpen to the mound. That was the longest run of my life. My right leg was shaking so bad, I thought they would call a balk on me.

I was playing in the Instructional League in Florida when I got a phone call from Brian Graham (of the Orioles) at 3:45 a.m. in my hotel room. He said, “You’re getting on a plane at 7:05 and going to the big leagues.” I then asked him if he was messing with me. His reply was, “No, I wouldn’t mess with you at 4 in the morning.” I started making phone calls and Coach Turner (Larry Turner, Owasso High School baseball coach) was the first one to answer. My parents called me back and then they all got on a

What adjustments have you had to make in the majors? It seems the strike zone is a lot smaller in the majors. You have to be able to hit your spots with every pitch. What has been the highlight so far of your baseball career? Other than being called up to the majors, probably my high school days, playing with all my friends. High school baseball is so much fun. What advice would you share with youngsters who would like to follow in your footsteps? You need to work hard. You only have so many years before the opportunity of baseball goes away. tþ

May 2011: Led Owasso High School to Oklahoma Class 6A runner-up to finish his senior season. Aug. 15, 2011: Signed Major League Baseball contract as fourth overall draft pick. April 6, 2012: Made professional baseball debut at Class A Delmarva of the South Atlantic League. May 23, 2012: Promoted to High Class A; advanced to the Frederick (Maryland) Keys. July 8, 2012: Named winning pitcher in the All-Star Futures Game held in conjunction with the MLB All-Star Game in Kansas City. Aug. 14, 2012: Promoted to Class AA Bowie Baysox of the Eastern League. Sept. 19, 2012: Promoted to the Baltimore Orioles. Sept. 23, 2012: Made MLB debut, pitching two-thirds of an inning against the Boston Red Sox in Fenway Park.

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ON THE VERGE

A fresh look at developments, news and issues facing Tulsa

Stuffed? T by JEFF MARTIN

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Back Alley Blues & BBQ is one of at least four barbecue restaurants in downtown Tulsa. Don’t get me wrong. It’s not that I believe restaurants are a bad business move in downtown Tulsa. I get it. People have to eat. And with what will soon total four (if not more) barbecue joints — Oklahoma Joe’s, Back Alley Blues & BBQ, Albert G’s and Rib Crib — there is obviously money to be made. The question isn’t what could be downtown, but what should be? With the parallel proliferation of lofts, there is a danger that downtown Tulsa will become a place where the well-to-do live (that’s another story), and everyone else eats before or after a concert or show. With the Pearl District coming to

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here was a time not too long ago when dinner options in downtown Tulsa were few and somewhat frustrating. Lunch was a little easier, but not much. I longed for more choices, more diversity. Less than a decade later, that wish has been granted, and then some. With a pace that defies any reservations about national economic conditions, new eateries and other concepts are opening throughout downtown as a whole, but primarily in the Blue Dome and Brady Arts districts. In terms of quality, it’s wide ranging. Guests can enjoy what I consider Tulsa’s best restaurant (Juniper) and some of its most mediocre (no comment). Adventurous eaters could craft personal tasting menus, visiting one establishment after another, on foot no less. But what they cannot do, aside from limited options during the holiday season, is shop. Downtown Tulsa is the opposite of a food desert. When bars are added into the mix, the situation worsens. Compared to Utica Square, Cherry Street and Brookside, which lean heavily in the same direction, downtown still comes in fourth place. Utica Square is what it is, and aside from a few ill-advised additions over the past few years, remains true to its role in the city. Cherry Street, though not completely what I would prefer, still has a nice (if small) contingent of antique shops and general retailers. Brookside is the real star of the moment. Though not filled with shops that I personally frequent on a regular basis, I see the foot traffic and feel what can only be referred to as a balance. Shop here, eat here, do this, do that. Balance.

life and the Kendall-Whittier area ripe for reinvention, there are plenty of new (old) places for budding chefs and restaurateurs to stake claim. So, go. Prosper. I will look forward to eating your tasty creations. If, on the other hand, you are interested in opening a new (fill in the blank) store, downtown Tulsa waits for you. It won’t be easy. We haven’t trained the average Utica Square customer to think about downtown with shopping in mind. But it can be done. It must. And if that little pep talk doesn’t do it for you, how about some friendly competition? I recently visited Oklahoma City’s Automobile Alley neighborhood to check out the

new Dwelling Spaces. I was flat-out impressed to see the area’s perfectly balanced restaurant-to-retail ratio (RRR). I know this is a touchy subject, and no one wants to be No. 1 in this state more than yours truly. But it had to be said. It’s tough love, but love nonetheless. 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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BARRY FRIEDMAN AT LARGE

One man’s opinion

For the love of … by BARRY FRIEDMAN

You can take away my gun when you pry it from my cold, dead hands ... and the guy’s cold, dead hands who sold it to me ... and the guy’s cold, dead hands who sold it to him ... and the guy’s ... Police departments throughout Oklahoma and the nation often auction seized and outdated weapons. (In Tulsa, the police department melts down all weapons used in a crime, except those that are stolen, which are returned to the owners). Additionally, when issued new weapons, cops are generally allowed to purchase old sidearms and do with them whatever they wish. What can go wrong? Well ... A gun no longer used by the Baltimore Police Department was sold to a distributor, who then sold it to a dealer in Okemah, who then sold it to a local sheriff’s deputy, who then traded it to an Okfuskee County reserve deputy, who then sold it to a local police officer, who then sold it to the guy who allegedly shot Skyla Whitaker, 11, and Taylor PaschalPlacker, 13, in 2008. Remember: the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy who doesn’t sell it to him. For the love of Wepwawet Broken Arrow native Kristin Chenoweth is angry at American Airlines for its refusal to let her dog, Madeline, board with her. The airline said Chenoweth didn’t have the proper paperwork; Chenoweth said, “Maddie ... is an emotional support animal.” Of course she is. Maddie weeps. When asked about playing against a Sequoyah High School student who posted a picture on Facebook of a pit bull he says he shot with an arrow, Beggs Basketball Coach Brent Giddens said, “We’re not concerned with what he did or anything else, we just want to get the game played.”

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Ups and downs

you can do that, a sign warns, “No left turns.”

 ... Sheriff Stanley Glanz for suing Walmart. (Haven’t we all

For all who attend a church that promises grace, “super grace” or even “abounding grace,” how do you like these hosannas? A church on East 15th Place and South Delaware Avenue promises “superabounding grace.”

... Senators Jim Inhofe and Tom Coburn, new members of  the At Large Down Arrow Platinum Club, for voting against the

Your joke here. A man allegedly attacked a Subway restaurant employee with a sandwich.

 ... Tulsa County Commissioner Fred Perry said, when asked why

he was retiring, “There are just some things I would like to do on this earth that I can’t do while I’m working.” We are so stealing that line. wanted to at some point?)

reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, joining 22 other Republican senators — all male. Hello! The bill provides funding for a national hotline, additional training for police and strengthening laws against violence and stalking. And, besides, the pit bull would want it that way. Insect whisperer A man was arrested in an Oklahoma City sewer after telling officers he was looking for a strange new species intent on destroying Oklahoma — and, no, he wasn’t talking about state legislators. Ba-dum-tssshhh! Police say the suspect appeared drunk, slurred his words and broke into sporadic fits of “hysterical giggling.” Our At Large director of entomology said, “So? I sound like that all the time.” For the love of Hippocrates Insurance Commissioner John Doak emerged from his M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle long enough last month to say he was still looking for a “private market solution” to securing health care for the 610,200 Oklahomans who don’t have it — a problem which, as you know, he has done a stellar job solving to this point. Cue: private market solution guy. Tim Hendricks, owner of a Tulsabased insurance company, emailed Doak and other officials, both private and public: “Buying direct via an exchange will cost the consumer

less than through an agent or broker. Unless Doak and our friends in the state Legislature can design a state exchange that requires accessing broker services before an applicant can purchase health insurance, our profession is doomed.” Oh, no, be still my irregular heartbeat. Not a world without health insurance brokers! For the love of Aphrodite Speaking on behalf of a bill that would allow Oklahoma employers to not include contraceptives in employee insurance plans, Dr. Dominic Pedulla, an Oklahoma City cardiologist (who also claims to be a natural family planner, women’s health researcher and consultant on “Teen Mom 2” — OK, we made up that last one), said, “Women are worse off with contraception because it suppresses and disables who they are.” Which is about the time we rammed our heads into a highway rest area condom dispenser. And the office manager wonders why business is down. On East 15th Street, heading east to South Lewis Avenue, the ad on the bus stop reads, “Turn left now for My Dentist.” At the intersection, the first place

Now, he really does control the World. As you probably know, the Tulsa World has been sold to Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway media group for ... who knows? A lot of money to you and me — money found between two seat cushions for Buffet. Robert E. Lorton Jr., chairman of World Publishing Co., said there has been a “symbiotic relationship between the World and Tulsa” and now wishes to pass that along to the new group. Just hold on a second, Charles Foster Kane, you can’t just pass along a symbiotic relationship — one that’s been around since 1911 — like we’re sea anemones catching a ride on a new hermit crab. It takes time to see if the symbionts will be copasetic. Rule 118: There is no shame in adding ranch dressing to chain restaurant pizza. Overheard Nurse: Did those ear drops help? Elderly patient: What? tþ

Barry Friedman is a national touring comedian, the author of “Road Comic” and “Funny You Should Mention It,” and doesn’t trust anyone who refers to him or herself in the third person.

Unity Concert

SATURDAY / APRIL 20 / 2PM AT GUTHRIE GREEN

The Unity Concert is the launch of an initiative to showcase Oklahoma musicians of all ages and genres. Each of these talented groups will share their music and their love of community with Tulsans in the beautiful setting of Guthrie Green in downtown Tulsa…a gathering place with a similar vision. The free concert runs from 2 to 8 p.m. Also included will be children’s activities, information booths from area nonprofit organizations, food and beverages, a silent auction, and more. The Unity Concert is being presented by The Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice (OCCJ) to announce a new community-building initiative— Tulsa Unites. The initiative seeks to bring Tulsans together across racial, socio-economic, and cultural lines. Using music, film and dialogue, this initiative is designed to bridge our differences and unite us as one community.

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Pinot’s Palette opens in Jenks

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A new Jenks location is the second Pinot’s Palette in the Tulsa metro area.

inot’s Palette opens its second Tulsa metro location this month in the Jenks RiverWalk shopping center. Tulsan and franchise owner Lisa Riley brought Pinot’s Palette, a national franchise where guests can create paintings while enjoying an evening of art and wine, to Tulsa’s Cherry Street in March 2012 and has seen great success. “Lisa has been a strong partner since the opening of her first studio in Tulsa last year,” says Craig Ceccanti, Pinot’s Palette CEO. “The feedback from the local community has been incredibly positive and we’re excited she has reinvested in the brand to become our first multi-unit franchise partner.”

The new studio is located at 300 RiverWalk Terrace and it is the 16th studio nationwide. Guests can register for two- or three-hour classes led by a trained, local artist. Riley has an extensive painting library but also can create paintings to respond to guests’ changing tastes. “Tulsa is really embracing the arts right now, and people are ready for a new way to engage,” Riley says. “Customers are excited to attend our classes and extend their imaginations while having a good time with family and friends.”

For more information about the Jenks Pinot’s Palette and to see a schedule of upcoming classes, visit www.pinotspalette.com.

s downtown continues its economic growth, a new project is taking root, thanks to several public and private entities. The goal of Tree Downtown Tulsa is to plant hundreds of mature trees along downtown roadways during the next two years. This transformation will coincide with the revitalization already underway, according to a press release. Up With Trees is collaborating on the initiative with public and private entities, including the Warren Foundation, Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council, the Tulsa Beautification Foundation and the George Kaiser Family Foundation, to charge citizens with helping raise funds for the project. More than $1 million is needed to plant 550 trees along downtown streets. The first phase of this project occurring this spring, which has already seen the planting of more than 170 trees, will be 80 percent funded through private donations. During April, which is “Earth Month,” those who have donated or pledged funds will be recognized in a month-long “tree-tagging” awareness campaign through signage temporarily displayed on downtown trees. While Up With Trees agrees the project is a huge undertaking, the benefits of shade, cleaner air and improved property values will help improve and further beautify downtown, according to the release.

Learn more about the project or make a donation at www.upwithtrees.org, or call 918-610-8733.

Lee’s Bicycles turns 100 in 2014

Special ‘Slam Dunk’ Kia raffle prize

ee’s Bicycles is preparing for its 100th anniversary in 2014. The longtime bicycle sales, maintenance and repair dealer returned to its roots three years ago, relocating the historic Tulsa business to the same downtown street on which founder Lee Aldridge established the store nearly a century ago. Over the years, the store has grown from serving Tulsa postmasters and police on bicycle, to weathering the Depression and riding the exercise wave of the 1970s and ’80s. Now owned by Adam Vanderburg, son of fourth owner Vance Vanderburg, the store remains a Tulsa tradition for many as the place to buy bicycles, accessories and bike service. Lee’s Bicycles, located at 420 E. Second St., is planning a number of activities to celebrate its centennial year.

piece of basketball history can be yours for as little as $100. Primeaux Kia is providing a chance to win the 2011 Kia Optima made famous by L.A. Clippers star — and Oklahoma’s own — Blake Griffin, who made a memorable leaping dunk (over the car) to win the 2011 Sprite Slam Dunk competition during the NBA All-Star Game festivities that year. Griffin signed the vehicle on the steering wheel and on the inside door frame. The dealership purchased the car in a charity auction after the NBA event.

For more information on Lee’s Bicycles, visit www.leesbikes.com, or call 918-743-4285. 34

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The special car is the prize in the “Kia for Kids” event sponsored by Primeaux Kia and the News on 6 and News 9 with proceeds to benefit the Food for Kids program of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.

Reserve unlimited tickets for $100 each by April 12, when a winner will be notified. Register at Primeaux Kia, 4747 S. Yale Ave., or at www.newson6.com/kia or www.news9.com/kia.

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D I R EC TO RY The advertisers on these pages have been named on the TulsaPeople A-List by our readers for being the best in their industry. Use this monthly listing as a reference on where to find the best in Tulsa. Visit TulsaPeople.com/Directories/the-A-List for the complete A-List and for more information about those listed below.

BARBECUE Elmer’s BBQ 4130 S. Peoria Ave. Tulsa, OK 74105 Elmer’s BBQ has been a top destination for “real hickory-smoked goodness” in Tulsa from the day the joint was opened in 1982 by Elmer and George Ella Thompson. Today, the popular restaurant is owned and operated by Keith and Rebecca Marks Jimerson, a relative of the late Elmer Thompson. Elmer’s BBQ specializes in “famous sandwiches,” dinners, bulk hickory-smoked meat and full-service catering. Two of the most popular menu items are the famous “Badwich” and the “Nelson Taste-A-Plate,” each featuring a sampling of ribs, beef, smoked bologna, hot links and smoked sausage and a choice of homemade sides. The restaurant’s motto says it all: “It Be Bad,” as in awesomely good! Call 918-742-6702.

COSMETIC SURGERY Plastic Surgery Center of Tulsa 2107 E. 15th St. Tulsa, OK 74104 www.pscoftulsa.com Dr. Greg Ratliff and his staff offer an array of services to meet individual needs, including breast enhancement procedures, tummy tucks, liposuction, facial procedures, and more. Dr. Ratliff’s experience in breast augmentation surgery — and the number of women he has successfully treated — places him among the leading specialists in this important field. Dr. Ratliff is a board-certified plastic surgeon, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a teacher of other plastic surgeons. Dr. Ratliff founded the Plastic Surgery Center of Tulsa and serves as its medical director. The center is located in a former private home on historic Cherry Street in midtown. Call 918-712-0888.

CREDIT UNION Tulsa Federal Credit Union Multiple locations www.tfecu.org Since 1943, Tulsa Federal Credit Union has served the financial needs of its members. Starting with just 12 members and $240 in assets, the credit union has grown to include more than 54,000 members and assets of $615 million. With 11 Tulsa area offices, the full service credit union offers all types of loans, as well as checking account programs, money market accounts, plus certificates and IRA plans. With a philosophy of self-help, self-support and promotion of thrift within the membership has made the credit union successful. By joining the credit union you become a member, not just a customer. Call 918-610-0200.

GOLF COURSE Forest Ridge Golf Club 7501 E. Kenosha St. Broken Arrow, OK 74014 www.forestridgegolf.com Forest Ridge Golf Club opened in 1989 as the area’s first upscale public golf facility and is part of a master planned community. Forest Ridge is a country club for the day where one can experience the ameni-

ties of a private facility on a daily fee basis. The club provides amenities typically avail-able only to private club members — a beautiful clubhouse, wellmaintained course and exceptional service. After a round, Café Savannah’s offers a wide variety of dining delights overlooking the fairways. Tee time specials are offered throughout the day and vary throughout the week. Memberships are available as well. Call 918-357-2282.

HOME: PEST CONTROL Arrow Exterminators, Inc. 801 S. Main St. Broken Arrow, OK 74012 www.nomorebugs.com Arrow Exterminators began in 1952 by Bud Fulps and today, the second-generation company is led by Mike Fulps and continues to serve customers with pest and termite control services. Arrow aims to please and uses technologically advanced equipment and products to serve Oklahomans, including Sentricon’s termite colony elimination system and Temp-Air Thermal Remediation for bed bugs. Arrow is one of three pest control companies in the state to have an on-staff entomologist that provides expert information for pest infestations. Arrow’s second location in Oklahoma City serves the central Oklahoma region. Call 918-481-1844.

HOME: PEST CONTROL Guaranty Exterminating Company 5455 S. 101st E. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74146 www.guarantyexterminating.com Guaranty Exterminating is known for its outstanding pest control service. Founded in 1961, the company has been owned and operated by Larry J. Tate since 1971. Guaranty, staffed with certified technicians, provides services for residential, commercial and real estate customers throughout the Tulsa metropolitan area. Pest control treatments performed by the company are thorough and neat. The crew’s objective is to provide a finished product that is effective and provides total customer satisfaction. For over 50 years, Guaranty Exterminating Company has been a stable and reliable source for pest control services. Call 918-665-2129.

HOME The Market at Walnut Creek 8281 S. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, OK 74137 www.facebook.com/themarketatwalnutcreek Specializing in home interiors, furniture, art, gifts and fashion, The Market at Walnut Creek provides one-stop shopping for decorating the home. Local designers and business owners provide a variety of different styles — from traditional and contemporary to French country and western — in the Market’s 122 showrooms. Customers can take a break from shopping and dine at The Ripe Tomato, a small bistro located inside the Market offering a variety of delicious options. This shopper’s paradise has served customers for more than 12 years and is open seven days a week. Call 918-492-3500.

LIQUOR STORE Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits 3324A E. 31st St. Tulsa, OK 74135 Great customer service, a great staff, and placing a high value on community involvement and social responsibility have made Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits a favorite in Green Country. With a wide assortment of domestic and international wines, liquors and beer, one can find the perfect pairing for a celebration, dinner or event. The staff is knowledgeable and skilled in planning events and matching menus with the appropriate type of beverage. Ranch Acres strives to provide products that have a good price-to-quality ratio for its customers. For more than 50 years, Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits — popularly known as the “Wine Capital of Oklahoma” — has provided Tulsans with broad selections of libations for every occasion. Call 918-747-1171.

MEN’S CLOTHING Travers Mahan 8146 S. Lewis Ave. Tulsa, OK 74137 www.traversmahanapparel.com Travers Mahan is a family-owned business offering high quality apparel for any occasion with uncompromising service and expertise. The store offers a full range of men’s apparel from casual wear to formal attire. The store features a variety of lines including Tommy Bahama, Robert Graham, Robert Talbott, Nat Nast, Southern Tide, Psycho Bunny and Samuelsohn. Many of these are exclusive in the market area. The store’s knowledgeable sales staff sees that every customer’s shopping experience exceeds expectations. Travers Mahan, in the Plaza Shopping Center, is open 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Call 918-296-4100.

TANNING Bahama Sun Tanning Salon 3732 S. Peoria Ave. Tulsa, OK 74105 www.BahamaSunTanandSpray.com Along with four levels of tanning, Bahama Sun offers airbrushing and sunless tanning at its Brookside location. The new sunless booth, The Revolutionary, provides another option for those seeking a sunkissed look. Customers can shop for bathing suits, cover-ups and costume jewelry at the salon, as well as find Designer Skin, Devoted Creations, Supre, Australian Gold and Norvell tanning and sunless tanning products. The store, which has been at its location for 10 years, offers corporate and student rates and is known for its cleanliness and recent renovations. Bahama Sun was recently named a Top 250 salon nationally. Call 918-748-9971.

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Part 2 Oklahoma ranks poorly in many national categories, leading us to explore six of these rankings and the reasons behind them.

Code blue TulsaPeople looks at the factors behind Oklahomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation as one of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unhealthiest states. by NELLIE KELLY

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Patient Carlton Gilford talks with Dr. Nicole Washington during an appointment at his apartment. Washington is a psychiatrist who cares for underserved Tulsans with mental illness. She often makes house calls.

f you saw Dr. Nicole Washington going to work, you might not realize she’s a psychiatrist. Instead of a lab coat and scrubs, you’ll often find her in jeans and a T-shirt. Instead of working in a hospital, you’re likely to see her in the apartment complexes where her clients live. You’re just as likely to see her teaching a patient to cook a healthy meal as writing that patient a prescription. Washington is part of a solution to Oklahoma’s unacceptable health statistics: a team approach and community perspective on helping patients. The United Health Foundation ranks Oklahoma No. 43 in overall health. Oklahoma also is among the 10 worst for its primary care physician shortage, cardiovascular deaths, smoking, mental illness, premature death, diabetes and obesity, and ranks 24th for children in poverty. Washington is employed by the University of Oklahoma as part of an Integrated Multidisciplinary Program of Assertive Community Treatment — or IMPACT — team. This collaborative approach to medicine is required to treat not only mental illness, but also the other chronic ails of Oklahomans, including heart disease, obesity and diabetes, says Dr. Gerard Clancy, president of OU-Tulsa and himself a practicing psychiatrist. Clancy oversaw the formation of the OU School of Community Medicine, the first medical school of its kind in the nation. It teaches social workers, doctors, physician assistants, pharmacists and nurses to serve the health care needs of entire communities, especially vulnerable populations. The community medicine approach is guided by the growing need for more physicians focused on serving vulnerable populations, the growing number of people without health care access and the low health status of Oklahomans. “We have to take a broad approach to health care,” Clancy says. To understand what he means by a “broad approach,” you have to go back more than 12 years, when Clancy was living in Iowa and had earned the nickname “Psych on a Bike.” When he found out that homeless and mentally ill people weren’t able to access services at the local hospital, he and a team of doctors started visiting them where they were — under bridges. His work even landed Clancy in jail. There he was with a backpack full of drugs, under a bridge and talking to homeless people. It was a situation that Clancy had trouble explaining to the police, so he found himself hauled in for questioning. When given the opportunity to make a phone call — either to his wife or a lawyer — he chose his boss, who came to his

defense, corroborated the Psych on a Bike’s story and helped Clancy avoid arrest. Working under bridges, however, gave Clancy insight into the factors that contribute to disease: lack of access to care, poor living conditions, low education and rampant chronic conditions. He came away with one factor that is particularly devastating in Oklahoma, the factor that can contribute to all of the state’s health statistics: poverty.

Poverty and the working poor The United Health Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to better health and health care. Each year, the foundation releases America’s Health Rankings, which tracks the health of the nation and each state. The 2012 rankings suggest the United States does better treating illnesses than preventing them because of unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and obesity, which cause many of these diseases in the first place. The rankings have Oklahoma near the bottom half of the nation for children in poverty and high school dropouts. If Oklahoma were more successful in pushing people out of poverty and into higher education, the state would go a long way toward improving health, Clancy says. It’s no coincidence that some of those Southern, Great Plains and Appalachian states with poor health statistics also have the lowest high school graduation rates and suffer the most rampant poverty, he says. “When you’re living in poverty, you’re living day to day,” Clancy explains. “You’re working two jobs without health coverage, living with family and struggling to pay for the necessities of food, clothing and shelter. Seeking health care drops as a priority.” Food deserts develop — a phenomenon in which poor communities have no grocery store in close proximity — as well the related term “food swamps,” which means the available food in those communities is of poor quality. Oklahoma Commissioner of Health and Secretary of Health and Human Services Terry Cline says his eyes were opened to food deserts when state Rep. Seneca Scott took him on a driving tour of several Tulsa food deserts. Cline realized that a mother shopping in a convenience store was faced with a box of macaroni and cheese — a highly processed, high-sodium, high-fat food — for $1.25 or one banana for $1. When she needs to feed four people, she has no choice except the macaroni, which can feed more people than one banana. The calories are high, but the nutrition and cost are low. Poor communities also suffer because they typically have more exposure to landfills and polluted areas, fewer nice parks, no private TulsaPeople.com

The U.S.D.A. considers large sections of north Tulsa, such as this intersection at 46th Street North and North Peoria Avenue, to be food deserts — areas where access is limited to grocery stores and healthy food choices.

gyms and sometimes no feeling of safety to go outside for exercise, Cline says.

Obesity and physical activity Oklahoma ranks No. 43 for obesity, which is a contributing factor to heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes and poor overall health. “The lifestyle consequences (of obesity) are the reason my practice is booming,” says Dr. Frank Gaffney, a cardiologist and president of the American Heart Association’s board of directors. “It is cause and effect.” Gaffney places the blame squarely on the booming food industry, including fast food and a family’s modern habit of eating in restaurants as often or more often than eating a homecooked meal. He also notes our transition from an agrarian society where people worked physical labor to a white-collar, sedentary environment. “We really didn’t understand the consequences of our consumption as related to our health,” Gaffney says. “When we super-sized our fries in the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, we didn’t recognize the consequences. There’s not a magic pill. This is going to take hard work to fix.” The 2012 edition of America’s Health Rankings was the first to include a measure of sedentary lifestyle, which is defined as having no physical activity such as jogging, walking, golfing or gardening in the past 30 days. Oklahoma came in 45th. The report states that regular physical activity is one of the most important elements of a healthy lifestyle, and those with a sedentary

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by MORGAN PHILLIPS Since its establishment 42 years ago this fall as a branch of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, the OU School of Community Medicine has only seen demand increase for its efforts to improve access to quality health care in northeast Oklahoma. “What we really noticed was that Oklahoma’s health just stayed where it was, while other states dramatically improved,” says Dr. Gerard Clancy, president of OU-Tulsa. “We have not made the health infrastruc-

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lifestyle have increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and premature death.

Smoking The primary driver for Oklahoma’s health rankings is tobacco. More than one in four or 26 percent of adults smoke. Compare that to those states at the top of the health rankings, such as Hawaii, which ranked second in overall health with the thirdfewest number of smokers — only 16.8 percent of residents. Utah ranked No. 1 with 11.8 percent of residents who smoke and No. 7 in overall health. “These are not opinions,” Commissioner of Health Cline says. “They are facts and science. When you have high rates of tobacco use, you have overall poor health. Other states are being much more aggressive on tobacco.” Cline advocated on behalf of a bill that

ture investments in workforce that we need to.” The School of Community Medicine opened in 1972 as a community-based collaboration of OU and three hospitals — Hillcrest, Saint Francis and St. John — to improve the health status of underserved Oklahoma communities by educating and training a new generation of Oklahoma physicians. Previously known as the OU College of Medicine, Tulsa, it was renamed in 2008 with support from the George Kaiser Family Foundation to have a particular emphasis on community health. Since 2001, the Tulsa school has added eight clinics in underserved areas, including primary care and school-based clinics. Staffed by nearly 100 volunteer physicians, the clin-

would have allowed cities to make anti-smoking rules that are stricter than state law. A Senate committee killed the bill in February; a defeat because of tobacco lobbyist activities and their heavy donations to the legislators, Cline says. “To me, that’s unconscionable when the tobacco industry, a billion dollar industry, wins and Oklahomans lose,” he says. The day after the bill was killed, Gov. Mary Fallin announced she would lead the charge on an initiative petition that would allow voters as early as 2014 to decide tobacco’s impact on the state.

The good news Cline says even with Oklahoma’s unacceptable health rankings, progress is being made. He cites that three years ago, Oklahoma was 49th in health, so the state — by moving six steps higher — is trending in the right direction.

ics see at-risk school children, the isolated elderly, single parents and the working poor. The Wayman Tisdale Specialty Health Clinic in north Tulsa, which the Tulsa school opened in 2012, is providing urgently needed specialty care, including internal medicine and pediatrics, to residents in the area. “There is a 14-year difference in life expectancy between north and south Tulsa,” Clancy explains. “One of the driving factors for this is access to specialty care. Our studies show that north Tulsa is short in specialty care at the level of almost 100,000 patients visits per year.” While a large number of northeast Oklahoma physicians are graduates of OU-Tulsa — about half of those practicing — and more than 2,000 graduates practice in 67 of Okla-

homa’s 77 counties, the Tulsa school is painfully aware of the state’s continued physician shortage. The University of Tulsa, which is partnering with OU-Tulsa, put plans to build a new downtown campus for the Tulsa medical school on hold in February to devote as many resources as possible to training physicians. For now, medical students in the Tulsa program will receive science instruction at TU and advanced medical education at OU-Tulsa. Looking ahead, goals of the OU School of Community Medicine include “educating our workforce on how to practice in the new era of health care, where they will be measured on access, quality and efficiency of care,” Clancy says. “As well, we want the very skilled in caring for the special circumstance of the poor.”

Technical solutions

by NELLIE KELLY During a 2009 meeting convened by then-Mayor Kathy Taylor, health care leaders from across northeast Oklahoma came together to discuss the region’s poor health statistics and how they could be improved. “Everybody looked at the screen and said, ‘That’s just not acceptable,’” recalls Dr. David Kendrick, MPH, who practices internal medicine and pediatrics at OU-Tulsa and chairs the Division of Medical Informatics. The group decided to tackle the problem of medical errors, duplicate testing and unnecessary costs caused by missing medical history for patients who see more than one doctor. How would one emergency room doctor know exactly which medicines the person was taking or should be taking? How could a doc-

tor know which tests needed to be run and which ones already had? How could a doctor rely on a patient to accurately relay what the cardiologist had told her the previous week? From that meeting emerged a group of physicians; privacy, security and technology experts; and leaders from universities, clinics, hospitals, public health departments, tribes and insurance companies. Their goal was to develop a new public utility that would move health care data securely from one place to another so that correct medical information is always available when important decisions are being made for the patient. The result of the working group is a community-owned nonprofit called MyHealth Access Network, which links all providers in Oklahoma with their patients through a communitywide health information network. The network is improving the care patients get, reducing inefficiency

However, he says that reducing exposure to tobacco smoke would allow Oklahoma to leapfrog over other states in the rankings. Cline points to Pueblo, Colo., which saw heart attacks drop by 41 percent over three years after cracking down on tobacco. “It’s about changing the social norm,” he says. Through Oklahoma Health Department programs, Cline is encouraging citizens to eat more fruits and vegetables, a category where Oklahoma currently and historically ranks in the bottom five, and to get up and move more. The mantra is, “Eat Better, Move More and Be Tobacco-Free.” He says Gov. Fallin proposed the largest increases in the state budget in Medicaid, the Department of Human Services and mental health care, with the smallest cuts in health and human services over the last several years, so he feels confident that the state’s health status ranks high on the governor’s agenda. And he is excited about new legislative appropriations last year to increase the number of rural physicians. He points to data from Oklahoma State University that clearly shows doctors are more likely to stay close to the places they complete their residencies. Rather than trying to recruit physicians from other areas, it’s usually more productive to train them here and convince them to stay, Cline says. That’s why OU and OSU are working hard not only to get medical students, but also to

of coordinating care and informing accurate medical decisions, Kendrick says. Kendrick is the CEO of MyHealth Access Network. He gives a real-life example from his own practice of how the network helps patients by providing more efficient care and keeping costs low. He recently saw a woman who had undergone gallbladder surgery. She came to his clinic because she was jaundiced and itchy. Without knowing her full medical history and based only on the details the patient could remember, Kendrick would have ordered a battery of tests costing several thousand dollars. Instead, he could see her full medical history because her medical provider was a member of the MyHealth Access Network and because Kendrick has an established treatment relationship with the patient. Kendrick realized those tests already had been run. By preventing duplication, he could make a

entice them to stay for a residency, the part of their career after graduation when a new doctor receives in-depth training within a specific branch of medicine under the supervision of an experienced doctor. So that’s how we get back to Dr. Washington, the 35-year-old psychiatrist who spends two days a week seeing patients in their homes. How did she land in Tulsa practicing for OU? She started as a student in Louisiana and came to OSU to become a doctor. In her African-American community in Baton Rouge, there was such a stigma associated with seeing a psychiatrist that she never imagined she would be interested in becoming one, she says. However, in college, her whole trajectory changed when she had a psychiatry rotation through the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine. “The brain is one of the final things for us to figure out,” she says. “It is absolutely fascinating.” Not surprisingly, mental health and physical health are directly linked. “Untreated or poorly controlled mental health conditions can have negative effect(s) on physical health disorders — like diabetes and heart disease — and can make those illnesses worse or lead to progression of the disease process,” Washington says. Those with more severe forms of mental illness may have a life expectancy that is 10-20 years less than their counterparts without men-

diagnosis and recommend definitive therapy without repeating tests, which would cause delays, cost more money and potentially expose the patient to unnecessary risks of infection or radiation exposure. “A lot of people assume we have this information already,” he says. Nearly 70 percent of all patients in our region are seen in multiple health systems. Therefore, if a patient visits multiple doctors within various health systems, her current doctor may be seeing only a limited picture of her health care, Kendrick explains. The new system also allows doctors, clinics, hospitals and other providers to review the quality of health care they provide to enable them to continuously improve. Best of all, it enables patients to get the highest quality, most informed care possible, wherever they go for treatment, Kendrick adds. “You can’t fix anything you can’t measure,” he says.

tal illness. Furthermore, Washington says mental illness and substance use disorders can bring with them unhealthy or unsafe behaviors that can worsen physical health conditions. On the positive side, when mental health conditions are improved, people tend to regain control of their lives and overall health. “Often when dealing with mental health conditions, it can be difficult for people to find the energy or motivation to deal with even basic needs such as hygiene and eating,” Washington says. “Once these conditions are under better control, people are able to begin dealing with life again and taking care of those important things that didn’t seem so important when their conditions weren’t stable.” After graduating from OSU, Washington entered a residency at OU. She asked her fiancé to move here during her first year of medical school. Now married, they have two children and have put down roots in Broken Arrow. She has decided to stay, serving the underserved and doing her part to improve Oklahomans’ health. “Money is not everything,” Washington says. “I make what I consider to be a comfortable salary, and I am also rewarded by seeing people improve — to see them mend family relationships, have stable housing; maybe even go out on a date. “Those may not be seen as successes for some people, but for me, they are. I’ve learned to be thankful for what I have and also to be happy with small successes.” tþ TulsaPeople.com

Essay

Something to brag about

by SARAH HAERTL

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Photos courtesy of Sarah Haertl

If you’ve lived in Tulsa

for more than a minute, you probably already know what an amazing town it is. As a recent transplant, I am just discovering what you already know: Tulsa is a great place to live and work ... and definitely something to brag about. Having lived in Wichita, Kan., for most of my life, I had only visited Tulsa a handful of times prior to 2009. My job there at INTRUST Bank Arena brought me to Tulsa for a crash course on opening an arena from former BOK Center Marketing Director Casey Sparks. I was instantly smitten with the community and came back as often as I could. It wasn’t hard to come up with reasons since every major concert tour stopped at the BOK Center, and I got the rare opportunity to enjoy a show as a spectator and not an employee. It wasn’t long before I recognized that if presented the opportunity to work at the BOK Center and relocate to Tulsa, I would jump at it. Opportunity knocked this past September, and since then I’ve continued to discover new reasons to love T-town. As I became more familiar with Tulsa, I realized one of the greatest attractions isn’t something you can find on a map. It’s something you feel when you read the local paper and something you hear when you chat with strangers while standing in line. It’s a sense of civic pride that greets you like a welcome mat. In 2010, I discovered Ida Red during lunch at In the Raw. From our table at the restaurant, I could see a T-shirt in the Brookside store’s window that proudly proclaimed, “I Invented Tulsa.” I had to have it. I have never purchased any clothing related to Wichita unless it featured my beloved Shockers. It’s not that I don’t love Wichita, but Wichitans don’t tend to brag about their city. Instead, they often apologize when people ask where they’re from. But Tulsans embrace their community and are excited to update you on recent improve-

Sarah Haertl and BOK Center teammates with Journey at the band’s BOK Center concert in October 2012

ments and the newest “must-see.” Many people credit the BOK Center as the conduit for progress, but buildings are bricks and mortar (or steel and glass) and can’t change a community. That comes from strong leadership and civic buy-in with tax dollars to strengthen the city for those who live in it and those who are just visiting. Later I found out “I Invented Tulsa” was some obscure reference to a drunken Charlie Sheen tweet. I couldn’t care less about Sheen, but I still love the shirt. Tulsans laugh at me when I talk about their mountains. I’ve been corrected numerous times that they are “hills,” not “mountains.” But when you come from Wichita — the flattest place on the planet — these are most definitely mountains, and they are gorgeous. I can’t wait to explore Turkey Mountain with my family. Rumor has it you can even horseback ride on the trails. The one downside of moving to Tulsa was leaving behind my horses, so if you’re ever looking for someone to ride with you, keep me in mind. One of the best parts of being new to town are the numerous lunch invites, which then lead to the immediate need to find a good gym

(thank goodness for Sky Fitness & Wellbeing). Personally I love food, so the more lunches the better. Locals take great pride in Tulsa’s wide array of “non-chain” eating establishments. From Cosmo to The Vault and every McNellie’s Group restaurant in town, I haven’t had a bad meal yet. Even as a vegetarian in the heart of meat country, I’ve been pleasantly surprised with varied menus and delicious food. My most recent addiction is macaroni and cheese at The Tavern. I could go on about Tulsa’s many wonderful attributes, but I’ve been limited to 750 words. Oops, I might have gone over the limit. Sorry about that, but when I start talking about my new city I just can’t say enough. Thank you, Tulsans, for welcoming me with open arms. I look forward to getting to know more about your great city and continuing to meet as many of you as possible. tþ Sarah Haertl is the regional director of marketing for the BOK Center and Tulsa Convention Center. She looks forward to her husband and four children joining her in Tulsa as soon as their house sells in Wichita.

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A Foundation for Learning. A Foundation for Life. The Cascia Community congratulates senior Abrm McQuarters who was recognized as a National Achievement Finalist among the top black high school students in the nation. An AP student, standout athlete, and active community volunteer, Abrm serves on the SAFE Team—student leaders dedicated to increasing personal responsibility, safety, and academic success. Abrm McQuarters ‘13 Cascia Hall Senior

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Downtown Artists

Tulsa’s heart, in art Five local artists discuss a sampling of their work depicting downtown. by BRADLEY MORRIS

TOMMY LEE BALL The piece: “Cain’s Ballroom” The technique: Most of what I do of Tulsa is watercolor on heavy-weight paper. ... I use wet-on-wet techniques, and I don’t really use a lot of dry brush, because that’s more of an oil or acrylic thing. Mine is somewhat of a traditional approach ... I use a traditional palette of oil colors, like the color choices of maybe a 1920s palette. The subject, and why he chose it: I think Cain’s intrinsically has a massive amount of value based on history ... I like downtown connecting with it through that vantage point. I’ve always liked Tulsa and the Tulsa music scene and the Cain’s. I grew up in Sapulpa, so my first ventures into Tulsa were to go to the Cain’s for music. Why downtown? That’s the majority of what I paint. I paint architecture. My dad is an architect, and it kind runs in my family ... and I think Tulsa’s a really attractive city. And there’s a lot of interesting history that goes with Tulsa and downtown Tulsa, particularly art deco. It’s a very interesting part of art history, and it definitely affects my interest, but then again, it’s not the main focus.

BILL LEA of Tulsa Panoramic

The piece: “South Tulsa from Boston Towers Building Balcony” The technique: This picture is quite a few exposures. ... This one has a couple of hundred itty-bitty pieces that I just stitched together. The subject, and why he chose it: This is the whole city. ... At the time I took it, I worked for an engineering company that had an office on the top floor of the Boulder Towers, so that I could shoot from the balcony.

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I like the sunset and the river, although most people are just interested in the downtown Tulsa aspect of it. Why downtown? When I was in Houston, I shot downtown Houston. When I was in California, I shot California. So here, it’s just natural to shoot the skyline. That’s where all the beauty is. Our skyline is quite impressive, and I’ve had the good fortune to get on some elevated areas where I have a great view. It’s just been happenstance that I’ve seen some great views that were well lit. I have quite a number of them.

HEATHYR CHENOWETH The piece: “Phoenix Cleaners,” a rendering of the longtime Tulsa laundromat The technique: I watered down the acrylics so that it was a little more like a watercolor. I used masking fluid, which is like a glue. You put it where you don’t want paint to go. I used it for the lettering on the sign, and it made the letters really crisp. The subject, and why she chose it: I like the way it looks. I saw this building, and I really hadn’t noticed it before. ... I did some research on it, and I just thought it was really neat. It’s been around since the Depression, and it’s still going strong. ... They named it (Phoenix) because of a string of fires that they endured over the years. Why downtown? I think it’s really important to document interesting Tulsa buildings because they may not be here in 10 or 20 years. ... People will come to my shows and say, “That looks familiar,” or, “I used to drive by that and never noticed it, but then I saw your painting and now I see it all the time.” I guess it reminds them to be thinking about these places.

LIZ INGERSOLL of Mia Bella Art The piece: “Beauty in the Detail”

The technique: I am a digital photographer through and through. ... I have never taken a photography class and have only read one PhotoShop book. ... I would say that I am a full-time professional photographer with a lot of luck in getting the right shot. The subject, and why she chose it: It’s just a building that caught my eye very early on and has remained one of my favorites to this day. It was built by I.S. Mincks in the late-1920s as a 13-story hotel ... but closed during the Great Depression. It reopened with new ownership in the mid-1930s as the Adams Hotel. The detail itself tells a beautiful story of all the people involved in designing, building and maintaining its historical significance. It is now home to the Casa Laredo Latin Grill and various offices. Why downtown Tulsa? The beauty of detail in nearly every building is jawdropping and something to be proud of, although the main reason I do what I do is the importance of capturing today what could possibly be gone tomorrow. The tornadoes in Joplin taught me the significance of that.

CHRISTOPHER WESTFALL The piece: “Downtown Reflections” The technique: I use several techniques. But for the downtown series of skylines, in general, I paint in acrylic ... a lot of it is considered a wet-on-wet technique. I use dry brush techniques, too, all thrown into one painting. ... The longer I’ve painted, the less detailed I’ve gotten, particularly with city scenes. There are so many details that you can put in, and I try to make them less perfect or leave some of those details out. As a professional painter ... it takes five or six times as long to do a super-realistic piece. The subject, and why he chose it: I’ve done a lot of travel around the country, and we have one of the most beautiful skylines. ... There aren’t many cities that have as much art deco as we do, and we have some really great architectural elements. Why downtown? It’s a love of the beauty of the city. ... People from Tulsa love Tulsa. They’re proud of the city and the places in it. ... If I draw a landscape and it’s just a pretty picture, people don’t associate with it like they do when I paint something from downtown. They relate to the painting; they know the place, and they love it. tþ TulsaPeople.com

David Sharp, former Mayor M. Susan Savage and Michael Sager were among the earliest proponents of downtown revitalization.

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PORTRAITS OF A REVITALIZATION by JENNIE LLOYD

fter waves of boom and bust, Tulsa’s collection of art deco buildings and once-bustling sidewalks emptied out, abandoned. By 1980, downtown was dead. Construction moved to the grassy plains of south Tulsa, and the people followed. Lucky for us, a few passionate believers remained interested and invested in downtown, drawn by the folksong of our boomtown history, by the art deco bones, by something real and local and entirely ours. Their interest inspired and energized others. Today, as we know, downtown Tulsa is revitalized. We’ve identified the following people as our pioneers, visionaries, entrepreneurs, cheerleaders, builders and strategists. More than that, we are proud to call them Tulsans.

THE PIONEERS

DAVID SHARP

When David Sharp walked back into the Brady District in 1981 after years away from Tulsa, he didn’t like what he saw. In the 1960s, urban renewal had meant historic buildings were torn down and less sophisticated structures put in their places. So, Sharp started buying some of the older buildings that remained. Now, Sharp and his business partners own more than 20 historic buildings in the Brady Arts District. The landlord du jour of downtown, Sharp develops and leases nearly 300,000 square feet of space in the Brady, but he rarely sells. Many Brady hotspots are housed inside Sharp’s buildings: from Caz’s Chowhouse to The Tavern, Club Majestic to the Tulsa Violin Shop. The first indication his investment in the area might be successful, he says, happened one

Sunday morning in the 1980s. At 5 a.m., Sharp and a half-dozen homeless people he’d recruited gathered with five gallons of white house paint, brushes and a tape measure. By the end of the day, they’d lined both sides of South Main Street, from West Brady to Cameron streets, with parking spaces. The City of Tulsa repainted the lines after two years of constant wear and tear. Sharp says he thought, “This might really work.” And it did.

M. SUSAN SAVAGE

It is no small feat to become a city’s first female mayor, but that’s what M. Susan Savage did in 1992. During her 10-year tenure as Tulsa’s longest-serving mayor, she fought for change downtown, but her two big proposals to move the area forward failed at the polls. It would take time for people to champion the idea of renovating a downtown that many thought was too long-gone to resuscitate. The next project, Vision 2025 — finally embraced by politicians and citizens alike — did just that. “She saw that government could play an important role in stimulating and encouraging the redevelopment of downtown Tulsa,” says Dwain E. Midget, director of community and economic development for the City of Tulsa and a former assistant to the mayor. Through the ’90s, Savage leveraged President Bill Clinton’s focus on cities and domestic policy into partnerships with HUD, the EPA, and other state and federal agencies. “I tried to be a visible proponent, a voice,” she says. Her team assisted existing downtown businesses and developers with infrastructure

changes, tax increment financing, altered zoning codes and new parking solutions. “You make a policy change in 1995 and it finally begins to show up in the landscape in 2005,” Savage laughs. It took awhile, but change has finally come.

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MICHAEL SAGER

Just steps away from the bold blue dome of downtown Tulsa’s most easily recognized landmark is the more clandestine and funky found-art secret lair of Michael Sager. When the Tulsa native returned in 1979 after spending 10 years in international business, he found downtown in disrepair. Sager bought his first downtown Tulsa building, which now houses Whiskey Business and S&J Oyster Co. on East First Street, in 1980. Then, the Blue Dome gas station went up for sale, and Sager bit. “It was magic,” Sager says. “It was a lightning rod. It’s a piece of art.” From there, Sager continued buying and renovating. He’s also the man who named the district after his beloved blue dome. He currently leases space to Blue Dome District favorites such as Dwelling Spaces, Yokozuna, Lyon’s Indian Store, Arnie’s Bar, Woody’s Corner Bar and the IDL Ballroom. “We’re blessed to have a collection of the weird, independent and odd tugging at downtown Tulsa,” Sager says. His belief is paying off. The Blue Dome District rakes in about $20 million a year — and it’s growing, Sager says. “He has been banging the drum for downtown for years before we ever showed up,” says Blake Ewing, restaurateur and District 4 city councilor. Continued on p. 46 TulsaPeople.com

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ELLIOT NELSON

For a floppy-haired south Tulsa boy who opted out of law school — his back-up plan — Elliot Nelson has made downtown proud. He’s praised for tipping downtown development with his first restaurant venture, James E. McNellie’s Public House. Before he opened McNellie’s in 2004, Nelson knew he didn’t want to own “just another” Cherry Street or Brookside bar. If he

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Elliot Nelson forged the path for new downtown restaurants and retail. He was later joined by Libby Auld, Blake Ewing and Mary Beth Babcock.

was going to do this pub thing, it would mean helping develop downtown. The pub had a few lean years, but business grew steadily. After he opened nearby El Guapo’s Mexican Cantina, Nelson says, the 2008 financial crisis hit hard. He discovered the El Guapo’s menu and personnel were wrong, and renovations cost twice as much as planned. But closing the restaurant would have let downtown naysayers have their way.

“I lost a ton of money not letting them be right,” Nelson laughs. Eventually, El Guapo’s took off. Nelson now owns seven popular downtown establishments as part of the McNellie’s Group, including Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge, The Tavern, Dilly Deli, Yokozuna and Fassler Hall. Since Nelson opened McNellie’s downtown, the restaurant has grown to serve nearly a million people a year.

“We took a risk, but if anything, our investment in the community has been repaid by the citizens who also believe in downtown,” Nelson says. He is now moving to conquer affordable downtown housing. His apartment project, Hartford Commons — for which he is partnering with Casey Stowe and American Residential Group — will add 162 units in the East Village. Continued on p. 48 TulsaPeople.com

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LIBBY AULD

She wanted a simple life, but that is not at all what Libby Auld has gotten. With two popular downtown restaurants under her purview — and as president of the Deco District Association — Auld is one of the busiest bees in Tulsa. She and her husband, Jeramy, opened Elote Café & Catering in the Deco District in 2008. As a young mom of two, Auld says her goal was to open a downtown restaurant that catered to the lunch crowd and closed on weekends. But she has long since dived headfirst into fulltime restaurateur status. Since the couple opened the fresh, sustainable Mexican eatery, Auld realized the Deco District needed her voice and her passion. While gorgeous, Tulsa’s art deco buildings are far more expensive to renovate than smaller spaces in other districts. These gentle giants needed a proponent, and Auld fit the bill. She opened her second Deco District restaurant, The Vault, in late 2012. The funky late ’50s bank building with the zigzag overhanging roof, concrete bones and glass walls “is one of a kind,” Auld says. The Deco District Association is focused on redeveloping East Fifth Street into a thriving shopping area. All it needs is the steady hand of devoted Tulsans like Libby Auld.

BLAKE EWING

Blake Ewing has been in love with downtown since he was a broke young kid. “I would drive around the streets, sneak into those buildings and walk around, creating things inside in my mind,” Ewing says. “I’ve always wanted a vibrant, energetic downtown full of people.” Ewing has come a long way since then. He thought if he could just prove his pizza place concept worked in south Tulsa, he could raise the funds to open Joe Momma’s in the Blue Dome District, where he felt he and his business belonged. Sure enough, a few years after Ewing opened Joe Momma’s off of U.S. Highway 169, Elliot Nelson called. Nelson had bought a building in the Blue Dome. “He said, ‘I finally got your spot, come down and look at it,’” Ewing says. Since then, Ewing has opened Boomtown Tees, Back Alley Blues & BBQ and The Phoenix Café — all while running a successful campaign to become District 4 city councilor. He was instrumental in creating the Route 66 Task Force, charged with bringing new life to the Mother Road that just happens to run through Tulsa’s downtown. His next project is opening Archer Market this spring, the first downtown grocery store in years.

MARY BETH BABCOCK

Mary Beth Babcock has cast a spell on the Blue Dome District. She owns Dwelling Spaces, Tulsa’s go-to for funky art and Oklahoma memorabilia, which opened in 2006. She later added a coffee bar, JoeBot’s. Babcock has enlivened the Blue Dome by promoting initiatives such as BookSmart Tulsa. She has made a living root-a-toot-tooting the artists and writers who make Oklahoma great. The businesswoman doesn’t mean to be a gatekeeper for the cool, the hip and the weird in Tulsa; she was just born that way. “Not that I’m a rebel, but I don’t like to fit in the mold,” she says. Before Babcock came along, the facility that houses Dwelling Spaces was a catch-all for storage. Now, her shop is busy with events — art shows, live music and latte art competitions. Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne fell under Babcock’s spell, too. The two paired up to open a Dwelling Spaces in Oklahoma City as part of Coyne’s Womb Gallery. “You feel like (downtown) is becoming more alive,” Babcock says of Tulsa. “And the flame is going to spread all over.” Continued on p. 50

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Under her mayorship, Kathy Taylor was instrumental in many downtown developments, including the Tulsa Drillers’ move to ONEOK Field. Tom Wallace was among the first business owners to risk relocation to the once-dilapidated Brady Arts District.

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KATHY TAYLOR

Former Mayor Kathy Taylor moves fast and thinks even faster. It’s no wonder some of downtown’s biggest projects — such as ONEOK Field and the BOK Center — fell under her purview. Vision 2025 had passed three years before she took office in 2006 and there were big things to do downtown. Every vision needs a voice, and for Vision 2025, Taylor was one of the loudest. When the Tulsa Drillers announced interest in a move to Jenks, Taylor knew she had to do something to keep them here. ONEOK Field was the answer. Her controversial tactic to finance the $60-million downtown ballpark — creating a Business Improvement District that taxed nearby property owners for nearly half the costs of the field — worked. Donations, naming rights and tenancy fees funded the other half of the project. “I get kind of emotional when I go in the ballpark, because I went through every step” of its creation, Taylor says. “I learned how to build a ballpark with a great, collaborative team.” She also supervised the City of Tulsa’s move into its present digs at One Technology Center. Taylor, who did not run for re-election in 2009, announced in January she will run for a second term this year.

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TOM WALLACE

As an engineer, Tom Wallace has a career in structure, lines, form and character — and a knack for spotting potential. In 2004, he and his wife, Susie, were wandering around the Brady District, one of Tulsa’s oldest neighborhoods. It was a ghost town, but Wallace was struck by the historic heft of its redbrick industrial buildings. Later that year, Wallace bought and transformed one of those buildings from a crumbling warehouse into the award-winning, modern headquarters for Wallace Engineering. Many have good words for the affable, unofficial mayor of the Brady Arts District. “He took a risk on moving his business here when no one else did. Nobody else was doing that,” says Stanton Doyle of the George Kaiser Family Foundation. That risk has paid off. Now, Wallace’s industrial building sits just outside Guthrie Green. He and his wife also own a loft across the street from Wallace Engineering, their downtown haven in a thicket of 1930s architecture. As any good unofficial mayor would, Wallace tips his hat to the locals who have helped develop and polish the neighborhood he loves. “That’s the way Brady is for me,” he says. “It’s about local venues, local people, seeing something totally unique.” Continued on p. 52

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THE SNYDERS

John Snyder and his wife, Tori, bought the Mayo Hotel and parking lot in 2001 for $250,000. In its heyday, the formerly posh hotel and its glorious Crystal Ballroom hosted celebrities and generations of Tulsans alike. Until the Snyders entered the picture, the 600-room hotel had been abandoned for two decades. With two of their daughters, Macy Snyder Amatucci and Shelby Snyder, they kept the wrecking ball from smashing one of Tulsa’s iconic structures. They gave their new real estate development company a name that embraced their passion for preservation: Brickhugger LLC. The 18-story Mayo Hotel reopened in 2009. Historic details were lovingly preserved, but with the addition of 76 chic lofts. Since then, the Snyders have pushed to restore other historic downtown buildings. They’ve renovated the former Pittsburgh Plate Glass Building at East Archer Street and South Detroit Avenue into 16 apartments, now called the Detroit Lofts. The building also houses The Rusty Crane and soon-to-open Archer Market. They’re also turning the former Vandever’s Department Store into 44 apartments; the old YMCA into 82 apartments. Nearly everything the Snyders hug turns to gold. Their latest project: Old City Hall, partnering with Starwood Hotels to turn what Macy describes as an “old, tired municipal building” into an Aloft Hotel.

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JIM HAWKINS

It is one thing to make money, but another to spend it well. This is the opportunity that presented itself to Jim Hawkins. Turns out, he’s a believer in downtown, unafraid to invest in its revitalization. Hawkins parlayed his career in drilling oil into another as an influential downtown developer and real estate man. As a managing member of River City Development, Hawkins purchased the historic Philtower Building and its adjacent parking structure in the mid ’80s. With Hawkins at the helm, River City completed major renovations on the Philtower and created airy, luxurious lofts in the art deco, pyramid-topped building. The lofts, which made the Philtower Tulsa’s first mixed-use high-rise, “leased right up” after they opened to the public in 2005, Hawkins says. Continued on p. 54 TulsaPeople.com

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Chuck Wiggin is a man who tells the tale of two cities. He has been knee-deep in the downtown redevelopment of both Tulsa and Oklahoma City. In T-town, Wiggin turned the leaking Mayo 420 building at East Fifth Street and South Main Street into a collection of 67 lofts. Mayo 420 opened in April 2010 with a waiting list for tenants; three floors house a new YMCA, open since January 2010. The impressive renovations have earned local and national awards. “What’s so special about (Mayo 420) is it’s just steeped in history,” he says. “In the upper floors, until you open the door into an apartment, you could be standing there in 1925.”

BOB EGGLESTON

Bob Eggleston had to look up Tulsa on a map before he came here eight years ago. The London native arrived to oversee construction of the BOK Center and found he liked the splash it made. A building in saturated London is just another building. Here, new construction can have a significant impact on the region, he learned. During construction of the state-of-the-art venue, Eggleston expected a developer to snap up the property across the street. But no one did. “I said to my partner, ‘Why don’t we just do it ourselves and build the whole block?’” Eggleston recalls, noting they have developed half of the block so far, with the other half still to go. “So, we set about it then, just excited to go do it.” The result is the $110 mil-

lion One Place, a nearly 1 million-square-foot, ultra-modern, Class A mixed-use development. The first tenant is Northwestern Mutual, which is moving its 450 employees downtown after years in south Tulsa. “The bottom line is,” Eggleston deadpans, “it’s built, and I’ve still got my hair.”

STEVE GANZKOW AND JAY HELM

Ask most anyone who knows downtown, and they’ll likely tell you Steve Ganzkow and Jay Helm were building there first. Thirteen years ago, the business partners built Renaissance Uptown, the first new residential construction downtown in decades. They simultaneously renovated the Tulsa Tribune building. Both projects were completed in 2000. The partners transformed the former newspaper’s historic home into the Tribune Lofts, now considered Tulsa’s gold standard for historic building conversion. But the visionary pair were a little early to the downtown revitalization party. As developer Michael Sager says, “They built and stayed here while nothing happened.” After waiting for others to catch up, Ganzkow and Helm built The Metro at Brady, upscale lofts located at East Archer and North Main streets. The two received $4 million from the city to jumpstart the Renaissance Uptown and Tribune Lofts projects. To date, they are the only builders to insist on paying back every dime of the initial funds to the Tulsa Development Authority. Continued on p. 56

Stanton Doyle and Delise Tomlinson stand at Guthrie Green, one of downtown’s most recent and most popular additions.

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STANTON DOYLE

Nearly every major improvement in the Brady Arts District has been funded, developed and given purpose by Tulsa’s George Kaiser Family Foundation. As a GKFF senior program officer, Stanton Doyle keeps his ear to the ground in the budding arts district. Since 2008, he has shepherded development of the Mathews Warehouse into a satellite location for the Philbrook Museum of Art and the University of Tulsa-operated Henry Zarrow Center for Art and Education. Other tenants are 108 Contemporary, a new art and design gallery, and Tulsa Symphony. Doyle was a key player in the planning of Guthrie Green and continues to work on extensive beautification of the district, as well as the upcoming Woody Guthrie Center, also to be located in the Mathews Warehouse. GKFF’s goal for the Brady, Doyle says, is all about “building healthy communities around the arts.” “A neighborhood is about the feel,” he adds. “It can’t be a template. We wanted to keep this local, and give this (district) a Tulsa feel.” 56

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DELISE TOMLINSON

Delise Tomlinson manages a full plate of projects. As the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s executive director of downtown development, she applies years of knowledge about property development to growing downtown Tulsa. In her work, Tomlinson shakes hands, shows businesses what Tulsa has to offer and greases the sometimes sticky wheels of progress. She also wrangles business people, developers, politicians and artists with an emphasis on excellent communication, a commitment to coalition-building, patience and persistence. Tomlinson estimates about $450 million in private funding for downtown construction has been invested or announced since July 2010, or is now being invested. “I want to make sure our region understands the importance of a vibrant core,” she says. “We have to make sure the momentum continues.” Continued on p. 58

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Founded more than 90 years ago by W.S. Bailey, today Tulsa Abstract & Title is known in the Tulsa community for its professional customer service and an unmatched work ethic. Led by President Patsy Cravens, a 59-year veteran of the company, Tulsa Abstract & Title provides abstract services for properties in Tulsa County, title insurance, escrow services and title insurance for any property in the state of Oklahoma. Cravens, who began as

a typist at Tulsa Abstract & Title in 1954, took over ownership in 1992 after the retirement of Larkin Bailey, W.S. Bailey’s son who ran the company since 1936. Cravens is still the driving force behind the company’s leadership. Over its nine decades, Tulsa Abstract & Title has grown from its downtown office to include Owasso and south Tulsa locations. Working with mortgage bankers, real estate firms, developers, property owners and buyers, the staff at

Tulsa Abstract & Title has developed a reputation founded on doing the job right in a timely manner. The company has a high regard for its customers and has always followed a staunch set of business standards, holding itself accountable for its actions. As Tulsa Abstract & Title moves toward another year in business, Cravens and her staff will continue to be writing Tulsa’s history one tract of land at a time.

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New construction in the heart of the Greenwood District has been a long time coming. And Greenwood Chamber President Reuben Gant is ready to see it. Gant was instrumental in securing the Greenwood property for ONEOK Field. The new ballpark ensured a new generation of Tulsans would be drawn into the heart of the area once proudly known as the Black Wall Street. The area is a flashpoint in Tulsa history as the scene of the 1921 Race Riot, an immensely tragic event that virtually destroyed lives and commerce in the once bustling district. “We can’t forget the past,” Gant says. “We have to recognize those things that have happened.” Though it is less prominent than the ballpark, Gant is most proud to see the nearby John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park completed and attracting recognition. The park required years of fundraising efforts after the Oklahoma Legislature left the project unfunded by almost $1.5 million. But Gant made it work. His personal mission is and always will be “a commitment to the preservation of the history and legacy of the Greenwood District and the African-American history in Tulsa and Oklahoma,” he emphasizes. 58

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STAN LYBARGER

Stan Lybarger has worked in downtown Tulsa for nearly four decades. For most of those years, he left the area as soon as his workday ended. As president and CEO of BOK Financial, Lybarger is a heavy-hitter in the areas of funding, maintaining and promoting downtown revitalization. “Now it’s fun to stick around here after work,” he says. “I love the vibrancy that’s created by all the new establishments that have opened down here.” Headquartered downtown, BOK Financial has long been a supporter and anchor for the area. Lybarger says the naming sponsorship of the BOK Center, Tulsa’s futuristic downtown arena, was “a natural extension of that commitment.” It also meant a large initial outlay of cash for top-of-the-line enhancements in the center. Lybarger and BOK worked with the city to finance construction costs, with a boost from the George Kaiser Family Foundation. “We felt it was so important, as the centerpiece of Vision 2025, that we pulled out all the stops,” he says, a reference to building an iconic arena with multiple enhancements. Lybarger also pushed the successful efforts to build ONEOK Field as chairman of the Tulsa Stadium Trust. “We like the fact that it added an affordable, family-friendly component to the mix downtown,” he says. tþ

Legacy of a LEADER. Downtown Tulsa is booming. But it hasn’t always been this way. You can trace the roots of today’s thriving downtown scene to visionary leaders like John Williams. In the 1970s, Mr. Williams led efforts to redevelop downtown Tulsa, resulting in the Williams Center, the BOK Tower and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. After nearly 40 years anchoring the skyline, we continue to make energy happen downtown. And we look forward to an even brighter future for downtown – a future that Mr. Williams envisioned all those years ago.

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Live in: Melbourne, Australia. Occupations: Gracie is an interior designer; Simon is the CEO of Fivespot Brand Management and a volunteer firefighter in the Country Fire Brigade. Weather: Warm, sunny, mid-80s; perfect. Number of people who attended: 100. How they met: Gracie, a native Tulsan, was introduced to Simon, who was born and raised in Melbourne, through a mutual friend while interning in Australia. Favorite date: Picnic in the park. What she loves most about him: Gracie loves how compassionate and loving Simon is to everyone. She loves how smart and clever he is and that he’s an amazing cook. She especially loves his ability to make her smile all the time. What he loves most about her: Simon loves Gracie’s cheeky smile and infectious laugh, not to mention her amazing eyes. Favorite detail: Simon’s mom made the wedding cake, which was enveloped in berries from the garden and had a cake topper — made by a local artist — depicting Simon’s favorite birds. The beautiful “Queen Anne” cake, which is a Turner family recipe, was served with a variety of “American”-flavored cupcakes such as peanut butter and jelly.

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Colors: Gracie loves native Australian flowers, so they chose earthy and bright colors to complement the exotic flowers. Pre-wedding parties: There was a festival of activities the week prior to the wedding, including wine tasting, golfing, spa days, dinners and bachelor/ bachelorette parties.

What was unique: Simon and the groomsmen arrived at the wedding on a firetruck with lights flashing and sirens sounding. Although it scared a few people at first, it set the tone for a fun and exciting day. Her advice for other brides: Gracie says Simon’s advice was the best: “Don’t sweat the small stuff!” Honeymoon: Bali, Indonesia.

The engagement: Simon surprised Gracie in Tulsa over Christmas vacation in 2010. She thought he was camping and had no phone service, but he was actually on the 20-hour plane ride from Australia to Tulsa to surprise her for Christmas with a proposal. Number of months it took to plan the wedding: 15. Thing they would have done differently: Absolutely nothing.

Ceremony and reception site: “Araluen,” Simon’s family property in the Melbourne countryside. Gown: Gracie wore her mother’s wedding dress, which she redesigned. She used a dressmaker in Claremore (Mrs. K and Co.) and then had a designer in Melbourne (Oglia-Loro) complete the dress with Italian lace. Gracie loves the evolution and history of the dress. TulsaPeople.com

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Live in: Tulsa. Occupations: Emily owns Dog Dish, a pet boutique; Greg is videographer for Langdon Publishing. Number of people who attended: Nine at the ceremony; 200 at the reception. How they met: Partying during spring break 2006. Favorite date: Our first vacation to Costa Rica, where everything went wrong. What she loves most about him: Greg is easygoing, can make friends anywhere and introduced Emily to the joy of Boxers (dogs). What he loves most about her: Greg loves seeing Emily smile in the morning. Colors: Off-white, navy, gold and sage. Favorite detail: Having dinner after the ceremony on the patio of the Bellagio, overlooking the famous fountains. Pre-wedding parties: Emilyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aunts on her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side and their spouses hosted an Italianthemed engagement party. Guests brought cards with relationship advice. What was unique: Going from black jack tables to church in Las Vegas, where the wedding took place. Three adjectives to describe the wedding: Intimate, meaningful, just-right. Honeymoon: At the Bellagio in Las Vegas, but the couple is planning a trip to Peru to visit Machu Picchu. The engagement: During a quiet dinner together.

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Number of months it took to plan the wedding: Six. Thing they would have done differently: Going on a honeymoon after the wedding would have been great. Ceremony site: Little Church of the West, the first chapel in Las Vegas and a national historic site. TulsaPeople.com

Reception site: Living Arts of Tulsa, three weeks later. Gown: Elie Tahari lace skirt, Saks Fifth Avenue; Jimmy Choo shoes. Rehearsal dinner site: The outdoor patio of Todd English’s Olives overlooking the Bellagio’s famous fountains. Hotel: Bellagio in Las Vegas; The Ambassador Hotel in Tulsa.

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Wedding jewelry: Ring, Moody’s; earrings, Miss Jackson’s. Cakes: Lemon poppy seed from Antoinette Baking Co. for the bride; chocolate Bavarian cream from Ludger’s Bavarian Cakery for the groom. Reception caterer: The McNellie’s Group, including Yokozuna, El Guapo’s Cantina, The Tavern and Dilly Deli. Music: Chunky Monkey and John Langdon, the bride’s brother.

Flowers: Toni’s Flowers & Gifts and Cohlmia’s. Event planner: Christina Leigh Events and Tiffany Turner-Coats of the McNellie’s Group. Invitations and programs: Amanda Watkins of Langdon Publishing. Hair and makeup: Ihloff Salon and Day Spa. Favors: Sage green bags filled with gold and silver chocolates and photo booth pictures by Meek’s Group. Rentals: Party Pro Rents and Events.

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Live in: Tulsa. Occupations: Katy is an art director at Cubic Creative; Matt is the online editor at TulsaPeople. Weather: Overcast and rainy for days leading up to the wedding, but the weather turned perfect as show time approached and remained perfect throughout the evening. Number of people who attended: 175. How they met: Katy and Matt shared a cubical wall as co-workers at TulsaPeople, and fell in love through instant messages and note-passing. Favorite date: At a springtime picnic lunch at River Parks, listening to “Summer Breeze” and sharing a romantic Subway $5 footlong. What she loves most about him: Matt is incredibly thoughtful and kind, and always knows how to make Katy laugh. He inspires Katy to enjoy every moment and never let worries get in the way of loving life. What he loves most about her: Matt is still in awe that he found someone with a sense of humor so precisely twisted as his. He loves that Katy constantly strives to be better in all aspects of life — mind, body and spirit — as her example has inspired Matt to do the same. Colors: Yellow and gray. Favorite detail: The couple’s dog, Wayne, was the ring bearer. Also, Katy and Matt set up a “party table” with silly costume items and toys, inflatable bananas, assorted candies, glow sticks and other fun party accessories, all of which were a hit with guests young and old. Pre-wedding parties: In addition to a couple of cabin getaway weekends, Katy and Matt spent the weekend before the wedding with a large group of friends at a series of Phish concerts in Denver. What was unique: Matt and Katy started the reception before the ceremony began. People were encouraged to grab a drink and mingle upon arrival. It gave everything a more laid-back vibe. Her advice for other brides: Like Frankie says, RELAX. Don’t let anything distract you from having fun — trust me, no one will notice if the napkins are the wrong color. Also, Etsy is your friend. Three words to describe the wedding: Fun, laid-back, party.

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Matt Cauthron

9.15.12 photography by Justin Brockey

The engagement: Katy and Matt bought a home together and went to visit it after signing the closing papers. Katy walked in to find on the kitchen island a bouquet of roses, a chilled bottle of champagne and a small box. She turned around to find Matt on one knee. Number of months it took to plan the wedding: 10. TulsaPeople.com

Honeymoon: Life is a honeymoon. Thing they would have done differently: Made the festivities longer. The day was so much fun, they didn’t want it to end. Rehearsal dinner site: The home of Matt’s parents, Robin Cauthron and Hank Meyer. Rehearsal dinner caterer: Chipotle. Gown: Neiman Marcus. Wedding jewelry: Michael Bay, Oklahoma City.

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Makeup: The Makeup Bar in Oklahoma City. Hair: Tangles in Edmond. Menswear: Hugo Boss. Ceremony and reception site: Harn Homestead, downtown Oklahoma City. Wedding cake: Pies from Pie Junkie in Oklahoma City. Wedding caterer: Rib Crib. Officiant: The Hon. Judge Bana Roberts.

Music: Ceremony music by Jesse Aycock, Paul Benjaman and Chris Combs; reception DJ and karaoke by Chris Aaron. Invitations: Designed by Katy Cauthron; printed at Letterpress of Tulsa. Programs: Designed by Katy Cauthron. Flowers: Sam’s Club, arranged by members of the wedding party. Video: Greg Bollinger.

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6110 South Yale Avenue (918) 495-1000 www.tulsawarrenplace.doubletree.com Event rental contact: Adrienne Smith Capacity: Up to 1,100

BOK CENTER 200 South Denver Avenue (918) 894-4200 www.bokcenter.com Event rental contact: (918) 894-4200 Capacity: 20,000

THE CAMPBELL HOTEL 2636 East 11th Street (918) 744-5500 www.thecampbellhotel.com Event rental contact: Diane Gawey-Riley Capacity: 200-250

CEDAR ROCK INN 4501 West 41st Street (918) 447-4493 www.cedarrockinn.com Event rental contact: Tim Van Maren Capacity: 50

THE CHALKBOARD 1324 South Main Street (918) 382-6022 www.thechalkboard-tulsa.com Event rental contact: Joshua Ozaras Capacity: 65

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DUST BOWL LOUNGE & LANES 211 North Elgin Avenue (918) 430-3901 www.dustbowltulsa.com Event rental contact: Erika Estes Capacity: 16-176

EXPO SQUARE 4145 East 21st Street (918) 744-1113 ext-2090 www.exposquare.com Event rental contact: Sarah Thompson Capacity: Multiple facilities available

FLEMINGS PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR 1976 Utica Square (918) 712-7500 www.flemingssteakhouse.com Event rental contact: Mary Jo Gillman Capacity: 12-150

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701 North Union Avenue • (918) 585-8151 www.tulsacountryclub.com Event rental contact: Jerry Civis • Capacity: 350 Editor’s note: Tulsa Country Club is a private club. For membership information, please call 918-585-8151.

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TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 501 South Cincinnati (918) 582-4128 www.trinitytulsa.org Event rental contact: (918) 582-4128 Capacity: 350

TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 110 East Second Street (918) 596-7122 www.tulsapac.com Event rental contact: Steven Fendt, (918) 596-7124 Capacity: 100-2,365

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So, listen up, Tulsa fashionistas: Minkoff will make a personal appearance April 16 at Saks Fifth Avenue, 1780 Utica Square. To celebrate the designer’s visit, Saks is partnering with Tulsa’s Young Professionals to host a “Girls Night Out” from 6-8 p.m. The event will feature a fashion presentation showcasing the Rebecca Minkoff 2013 collection, a custom nail art bar, a ponytail hair bar, a sun-kissed beauty station, cocktails and light bites. Guests also can have their Rebecca Minkoff purchase signed by the designer. Ten percent of proceeds from event sales will go to the Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa, the official charity partner of TYPros.

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Read more about Minkoff and her collections, and see our exclusive interview with the designer. A selection of Minkoff’s handbags, clockwise from top right: Ascher Black & White, $395; M.A.C. (“Morning After Clutch”) in persimmon, $395; black Wallet on a Chain with stud detail, $225; Continental Chain Wallet in yellow, $195; and the M.A.B. (“Morning After Bag”) Mini in purple, $495; all available at Saks Fifth Avenue.

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Running. It’s an incredible stress relief and a fun way to stay healthy.

Utica Square. I live within walking distance and can’t go there enough for shopping, dining, etc.

Tulsa. I love my town and am so thrilled to see downtown flourishing. Mountains. They’re just so breathtaking. I never tire of skiing or hiking them.

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revitalization, downtown Tulsa is buzzing with activity nearly every night. But for four days each May, it is as if the core of our city is on steroids. That is when downtown plays host to Tulsa International Mayfest and becomes filled with visual and performing artists, craftsmen and, of course, food vendors. This year marks the 41st anniversary of Mayfest, and the scheduled lineup of acts includes big names such as 2013 Grammy nominee John Fullbright, Monte Montgomery, Jason Isbell, Royal Southern Brotherhood, Uncle Lucius and Will Hoge. The inclusion of food trucks this year will bring a gourmet flavor to the event, in addition to the funnel cakes and corn dogs everyone knows and loves. Thousands of volunteers make the event happen. But the woman behind it all? Meet Heather Pingry, the festival’s executive director since 2009. tþ

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A third-story balcony adds another outdoor area for these empty-nesters.

The 12-foot waterfall makes a significant design statement on the garage wall.

Three large pavers create a walkway across the pool and separate the two swimming areas. The look is mimicked in the back yard path.

Large palms lend to the feeling of a tropical retreat.

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Mixed manor

This 1984 home enters the next generation with a balance of traditional and contemporary aesthetics.

A two-way fireplace is seen from the room as well as from the home’s interior kitchen.

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The outdoor living room’s fourth wall is a mesh curtain that can be lowered to shade the space or keep it warm.

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you would think this midtown manor had been in its North Maple Ridge location for almost a century. Maybe it has just gone through a renovation. Or perhaps a homeowner with a modern flair bought the place. Actually, architect David Short built the house in 1984, designing it as a contemporary cottage on the outside that exudes modern and contemporary tastes inside. “(The original homeowners) wanted it to fit into this neighborhood, and if you drive up and down the streets, almost every house is a center-hall traditional,” says Short, principal and architect at KSQ Architects. Short planned the home to give the residents a garage that didn’t face the street, a must for the couple. The result was a set of two perfect multi-story squares: one 35-foot square would comprise the main living areas of the home, and the second 22 1/3-foot square created a garage and second story “breathe room,” according to the architect. Even before they purchased the house, the new owners — only the second in the home’s history — felt the home lacked some important details, including an open seating area to the kitchen and closet space. So, when they bought the home a little over a year ago, they returned to the original architect for answers. “It’s such a unique house that before we made any decisions … we said we wanted to talk to David because the last thing we wanted to do was disrupt the integrity of the house,” says the current homeowner. Continued on p. 86 TulsaPeople.com

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Jenks Fence Co. installed this cedar fence with horizontal slats, adding to the contemporary setting.

The new homeowners made sure to add a pool and hot tub when they moved into the modern manor.

Low maintenance plants are used throughout the yard.

Outer space What began as a little idea evolved into a space perfect for entertaining that retained the integrity of the home’s historic neighborhood location. “This is where you would typically see the detached garage in this neighborhood,” says Shannon Meyer, KSQ Architects principal and interior designer, of the outdoor living room that includes a sitting area, dining table, full-size outdoor grill, television and fireplace. Meyer adds that this configuration is just one of the reasons many people think the home has been

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here since Maple Ridge’s early days. When the current homeowners bought the home, they knew they wanted to have an outdoor space with a small pool and hot tub. While they didn’t want a big yard, they did yearn for the perfect entertaining space for get-togethers. “(An outdoor living room) is something we wanted in a house for a long time, but we never seemed to make it work, or it wasn’t close enough to the house to use it a lot,” according to the homeowners. Meyer and the homeowners worked with Pool Creations’ Jeff Landburg to maximize the back yard and make it a retreat like no other.

Continued from p. 85 Short assured the new buyers that these fixes would be easy to tackle. The most obvious updates came to the kitchen and the living and dining areas on the first floor. Short says when he first designed the home, these areas were set up in a more traditional way. By removing the wall separating the kitchen and dining room, the first floor was given a more modern feel. KSQ Architects worked with RAW Remodelers, led by Richie Wagner, to renovate the space to fit the homeowners’ wants. Kitchen updates included polished black granite countertops, new curved maple cabinetry and new appliances. One of the room’s standout features is a two-story window, created by a radial glass wall that reaches to the roofline. Originally used as a breakfast nook, the space now features a unique, curved sink that overlooks the home’s new outdoor living room, pool and back yard. The glass wall opens to the second-floor landing, where the homeowners have created a small office area. Along with the office, guest bedrooms and baths, the second floor includes a room the homeowners have dubbed “the room in the trees.” With two walls of windows and a 12-by12-foot pitched ceiling terminated by a Continued on p. 88

Inspired by the water walls at Brookside’s Center 1, the focal point of the back yard became a 12-foot waterfall wall, which serves as a noise filter and makes a significant design statement. A new fence encloses the yard as a twist on the usual privacy fence. The wood slats were laid horizontally rather than vertically. “This fence has been great because it offers privacy, and the neighbors were thrilled because there was just a chain-link fence before because (the previous homeowner) had so many bushes,” says the current homeowner. New landscaping lines the yard

with a collection of low-maintenance plants, such as azaleas, cherry laurel and crepe myrtle. To create a tropical retreat feel, landscapers positioned palms in large colorful pots throughout the pool and outdoor living area. After living in the home for a year, the homeowners have enjoyed all four seasons by the pool. The couple frequents the outdoor area on summer mornings since the space faces west. In the cooler months, they turn on the heated floor and fireplace and can open a mesh curtain to keep the space warm, creating the perfect fall getaway.

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Continued from p. 86 The kitchen’s radial wall of glass extends to the second floor.

The upstairs living room, known as “the room in the trees,” blends the owners’ love of antiques with a fresh, contemporary palette and accessories. The room’s two walls of windows and cupola allow for plenty of natural light.

The new curved cabinets called for a custom curved sink.

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cupola, the room exudes freedom and space, like a living room among the treetops. With minor touches such as new carpet and paint, the room remains similar to its original design. However, it now features a blend of contemporary aesthetics and antique furniture the new homeowners brought with them. Designer Charles Faudree helped the homeowners create their own style by utilizing 88

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Polished Absolute Black granite from Midwest Marble sits atop new custom maple cabinets from Sullivan’s Cabinetry.

their heirlooms while adapting to their burgeoning contemporary style. The homeowners have used Faudree’s skill in their previous homes but say “it was kind of fun doing a different look with him.” Along the home’s antique white walls, oneof-a-kind modern art pieces mix with traditional furniture and accessories. When the couple isn’t in their indoor tree

The kitchen’s two-story radial glass wall reaches to a third-story balcony. The window is one of the new owners’ favorite defining features of the home.

house, they make their way to the master bedroom on the third floor. Short expanded and updated the room’s master closets and bathroom to accommodate the couple’s style and needs. He and his team designed the additions to maintain the home’s integrity while achieving more space and natural light. Centered above the room is the home’s peak Continued on p. 90

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Architect David Short expanded and updated the room’s closets and bathroom to accommodate the couple’s style and needs.

Barn doors were used to maximize space and efficiency while giving a contemporary look.

A neutral palette allows for tranquility in the master suite.

Continued from p. 88 The master bath renovation included removing the bathtub to create a large shower.

Onyx tiles around the sconces reflect light throughout the master bath.

A small coffee bar was added in the redesign.

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cupola. The symmetry of the room continues throughout with matching dormers — windows set vertically in the roof — to capture and radiate natural light. One of these dormers fixed another detail that had nagged the architect since the home’s construction almost 30 years ago — the stairwell to the master suite. “If there was anything I probably wasn’t real fond of it was this stairwell, which seemed kind of institutional and dark, and this really just changed that,” Short says of the home’s renovated stairway, now brightly lit by the new window. “This modern cottage in historic Maple Ridge stands as a testimony that not all ’80s-era design was ill thought,” he adds. “With timeless lines and repeating square footprints throughout the site, the symmetry and simplicity that first attracted the original homeowners has stood the test of time with new residents nearly 30 years later. “In a neighborhood rich with history, this home now enjoys a future even better than its past.” tþ

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Downtown dining Three recently opened eateries serve up a taste of Tulsa nostalgia.

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through one of Tulsa’s main downtown avenues, even arching high over the railroad tracks, you would discover that a once desolate and run-down part of town has recently transformed itself into an area ripe with high-end lofts, museums, event spaces and galleries, as well as a healthy dose of bars and restaurants. Here are but a few of the new dining options.

The Rusty Crane Lee Brennan started The Rusty Crane in the kitchens of friends and families. He says his “band of ragtag chefs” cooked and cooked to develop the eclectic menu for this new Brady Arts District joint located a pitcher’s throw from ONEOK Field. Brennan spent years looking for just the right location, and he knew he wanted a spot with age and character. He found it, with character galore, in an old glass factory across from the front gates of the ballpark. He incorporated as much as possible from the original building, which was built in 1919 but burned during the Tulsa Race Riots and was rebuilt in 1922. He used an elevator shaft as dining space and old bay doors as tabletops. A commemorative stone etched with “1922,” commissioned at the time of the rebuild to honor the reconstruction of the space after the riots, hangs over the bar for all to see. Brennan has decorated the walls with eclectic works from local artists. The Rusty Crane features a casual atmosphere, including a large patio that will be handy this spring. The menu is definitely more “neighborhood hangout” than gastropub, but the food is a definite step up from many bars and grills in town and exudes a slight Southwest/Tex-Mex vibe. With 92

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the help of a few dietitians, Brennan devised a “No Crash” Lunch that guarantees to keep the rest of the workday productive. The kitchen stays open late every night. The bar offers a unique selection of craft brews and signature cocktails. I enjoyed the Tin Man ($7) with Tanqueray Ten gin, fresh lime juice and cucumber puree, served in a Mason jar. Individually sautéed “Yumladas” are the restaurant’s signature dish and include your choice of beef, chicken or vegetables. Tate and I shared a plate of Roasted Almond and Spinach Nachos ($8.99), which featured the traditional chips and cheese with the addition of fresh spinach leaves and sliced almonds. My Hellstern Burger ($7.99), a Black Angus patty stacked with the usual suspects on a fresh-made pretzel bun, was juicy and a perfect medium-rare. The plate came with a side of Crane Fries, seasoned with the house “Rusty Dust.” Tate enjoyed Dr. Don’s Taco Plate ($8.99), flour tortillas filled with shredded chicken, lettuce, tomato, cilantro and cheese. Be forewarned that the tacos are seasoned with “Rusty Dust,” too — an unexpected and zesty kick. Lately, the place has been packed during dinner, so be prepared to wait

The Rusty Crane’s Hellstern Burger features a Black Angus patty on a fresh-made pretzel bun.

The Rusty Crane 109 N. Detroit Ave., 918-947-5454, www.therustycranetulsa.com Hours: 11 a.m.-midnight, Sunday-Thursday; 11-2 a.m., Friday-Saturday Prices: Appetizers and salads, $3.99-$11.99; burgers and wraps, $7.99-$9.99; entrees, $8.99-$19.99 Owner: Lee Brennan Executive chef: Gary Kesler

The Rusty Crane’s interior incorporates much of the building’s original character. The structure was rebuilt in 1922 after burning in the Tulsa Race Riots.

a bit. The bar is a nice option and has generous seating.

The Tom Tom Room at The Vault features a bar and dining area, not to mention panoramic views of downtown Tulsa.

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The building that Libby and Jeramy Auld selected for their second restaurant venture (Eloté Café & Catering has been a success since opening in 2008) happens to be in the First National Autobank building, which had been sitting vacant for 20 years. It was Oklahoma’s first drive-through bank when it opened in 1959, but these days the cars are parking outside for a different reason. To enter The Vault, walk through the original wood doors to atmosphere galore (circa the 1950s and ’60s), and a menu that reflects the period to a T — Manhattan cocktails, a Cobb salad with Green Goddess dressing, pimento cheese and pineapple upside-down cake, for starters. I was channeling my inner Megan Draper when I sat down to drinks and dinner with two of my best girlfriends one recent evening. The space is a true historic gem, and the Aulds kept the look and feel of the mid-century modern architecture and design, including the original Tom Tom Room, a second-floor retreat the bank offered for business meetings and private parties. The downstairs dining room, lined with enormous panes of glass, is filled with 1950s furniture. The downstairs bar is the original teller line. We elected to sit in the more casual Tom Tom Room, which offers great panoramic views of downtown. It definitely made us feel we were in an episode of “Mad Men.” And yes, the original vault still remains in the basement. We started off the evening with a round of signature cocktails, which are each organized by the type of glass in which the drink is traditionally served. The Vault features vintage glassware Libby sourced from tag sales and flea markets. The Pink Stag ($9) has become my new favorite. Horseradish-infused vodka is steeped with cherry tomatoes, lemon, simple syrup and basil, sprinkled with a mild dose of ground cayenne, a

drizzle of olive oil, salt and a housepickled veggie skewer. Other cocktails include a classic Greyhound (vodka and fresh grapefruit juice; $7), Whisky Sour ($8) and the Gin & Jam ($7), which includes Broker’s gin and lemon with a spoonful of cherry or blackberry jam or orange marmalade to stir in. The bar also features a dozen wine offerings, including four selections with Oklahoma roots. To start the meal, we shared a bowl of steamed mussels ($12), which came with a lovely wine and butter sauce and a sprinkling of browned sausage, perfect for sopping up with sourdough bread. My only complaint is that we were charged $2 for a bit of extra bread. We also enjoyed a Crab-Stuffed Avocado ($10) — a whole avocado, peeled, pitted and halved, stuffed with a creamy mixture of crab, tomato, celery, cucumber, yogurt and sunflower seeds. The sharing continued throughout dinner (as is usually the case when we get together), with the Pimento Mac & Cheese ($6, side), Clipper Ship Chicken with Cutty Sark whisky beurre blanc ($14) and fresh trout from Bodean’s, draped with a brown butter and caper sauce and served over savory grits and sautéed veggies ($27). (Fish options are seasonal, change every 24-36 hours and are market priced.) Just as she did with Eloté, Libby uses the same green standards at The Vault, offering biodegradable to-go products, sourcing local foods and recycling. Continued on p. 94

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S&J Oyster Co. You may feel more like you are stepping off of Bourbon Street in New Orleans than East First Street in Tulsa when you pop into the new S&J Oyster Co. The black and white tile, glass blocks, chrome and a large marble-topped shrine to the namesake bivalve will have you thinking you are in the middle of the French Quarter. I remember all of the black and white — tile, walls, logo, etc. — from the old S&J Oyster Co. location on South Peoria Avenue. The feeling is not lost on the new location in Tulsa’s booming Blue Dome District. A few items actually came from the old location, including some former employees. At one time, back in the 1980s, there were four locations: Kansas City; Fayetteville, Ark.; south Tulsa; and Brookside (in the space that is now home to Leon’s). By 2004, all had closed. While the menu has been updated to reflect the change in cuisine since the ’80s, most dishes in some way resemble those on the original menu. The menu

features mainly dishes inspired from the cuisine of New Orleans (gumbo, etouffée, jambalaya and such), but emphasis is clearly on the humble oyster. Oysters Rockefeller, fried oysters, freshshucked oysters ... you name it, S&J offers it. On the night we visited I was craving a platter of briny, fresh-from-the-sea (or Gulf) oysters. However, the restaurant was out of oysters that evening so we ultimately settled for shrimp. I have visited New Orleans a few times, but have never tried the popular Cajun barbecue shrimp featured all over the town. The version at S&J seemed legit. Eight shrimp are sautéed in a hefty dose of butter and spices in a castiron skillet and served around a mound of rice ($14.95). A basket with two small pieces of toasted bread was served as an accompaniment. We also tried the fish and chips — three breaded filets served with fries ($9.95). And to top it off, a half order of hushpuppies ($2.50) arrived to seal the deal. If you are looking for healthy, this is not the place to find it. Fried food and butter are features of nearly every menu item. Tables are stocked with bottles of “extra hot” horseradish and Louisiana Hot Sauce to kick your dinner up to an adequate notch. tþ

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

Spring into competition April features a dynamic duo of charity events featuring many of Tulsa’s best chefs duking it out for culinary bragging rights. I consider myself extremely fortunate because I was asked to judge both.

What: Blank Canvas, benefiting Youth Services of Tulsa When: 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 11

Blank Canvas features an “Iron Chef”-type cooking competition, where eight chefs battle it out over a secret ingredient. Each chef presents an appetizer highlighting that ingredient to the judges, who ultimately name a winner. In addition to perusing silent auction items during the competition, guests also will sample appetizers and cast their votes to name a people’s choice winner. A dinner and live auction follow. Blank Canvas is the main fundraising event for YST and its 18 youthbased programs, including SafePlace, Counseling, Street Outreach and Transitional Living. Chef coordinator Justin Thompson (executive chef/owner of Juniper and PRHYME) assembled the eight chefs for the big culinary showdown. The eight competing chefs are Candace Conley (The Girl Can Cook); Tuck Curren (Biga/Local Table); Jakub Hartlieb (Elements at RiverSpirit Casino); Erik Reynolds (SMOKE. on Cherry Street); Trevor Tack (R Bar and Grill); Grant Vespasian (The Tavern); Phil Phillips (Lone Wolf Banh Mi); and Michael Fusco (Wolfgang Puck Bistro). Celebrity judges are Miranda Kaiser (Cosmo), Thompson, Nicole Marshall Middleton (Tulsa World), and yours truly. Event chairs are Gary Betow and Kathy McKeown.

Additional information: Tickets are $125. For more information, contact Liz Neas at 918-382-4402 or lneas@yst.org, or visit www.yst.org.

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What: Step Up to the Plate, Fight ALS When: 6 p.m., Friday, April 19 Where: Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St. The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Tulsa has partnered again with the Tulsa Drillers to bring you an evening of nostalgic baseball (as well as delicious ballpark eats) at the historic Cain’s Ballroom. The second annual “Step Up to the Plate” fundraiser for ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), formerly “Hunt for a Cure,” will feature eight of Tulsa’s best local restaurants and caterers, each of whom will put a gourmet spin on popular ballpark fare. Think hot dogs, nachos, barbecue and more. Pop in for a good cause and help the MDA strike out ALS. Last year’s inaugural event raised more than $225,000 for the ALS Research Fund. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit local ALS services and research.

Participating restaurants and caterers include: Juniper, Leon’s, Bohemia: Moveable Feast Caterers, Eats2U, Fat Guy’s Burger Bar, Yokozuna, The Vault and Not Your Grandma’s Cupcakes

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Where: Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center

Back in 2001, then-Gov. Frank Keating declared the month-long campaign, which encourages Oklahomans to support local companies and invest in Oklahoma’s economy. “When Oklahomans buy local products, they help keep jobs in our state and put money back into our local economy,” says Jerry Dyer, MIO Coalition president. “It’s good for you, and good for Oklahoma.” The coalition also gives back to the community through the sale of MIO Paper Towels (launched in partnership with Orchids Paper Co. of Pryor in March 2009). Sales of the product have generated more than $120,000 in support of the Food for Kids Backpack Program, a schoolbased, emergency assistance program of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma that provides weekly backpacks full of food to at-risk children.

For a full list of MIO companies, retailers, restaurants and recipes, visit www.miocoalition.com. tþ

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Additional information: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $150, and sponsorships start at $500. Contact the MDA’s Becky Prine at 918-749-7997 or bprine@mdausa.org for more information or to get involved. Visit www.stepuptotheplateals.com to purchase tickets.

Okie-grown The MIO (Made in Oklahoma) Coalition is celebrating “Made in Oklahoma Month” this month. This group, comprised of nearly 50 of Oklahoma’s food producers, manufacturers, restaurants and retailers, has come together to support each other as well as encourage Oklahomans to buy local products. The coalition includes big-name brands such as Griffin Foods, Bar-S, Head Country and Shawnee Milling Co., along with many small producers and businesses.

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: contactus@tulsapeople.com.

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10 years ago with Merlot. When it came to red wine, it was my first pick. I couldn’t get enough of the round, blackberry plumpness that was lurking beneath the surface of every glass. Then, I lost interest and we split up. I moved on to Cabernet Sauvignon because I was looking for something with a little more complexity, a little more firmness and body. Now, I hail a Cab every chance I get (but do occasionally revert back to Merlot for a comfort drink.) The beauty of Cabernet, especially California Cabernet, is that it is getting better, and the price seems to be coming down. I find the Cabs in the “plus $15” category to be the starting point of higher quality. Those under the $15 range tend to be lighter-bodied, have more red fruit flavors than the varietally correct black currant fruit and are incredibly easy to drink. There is nothing wrong with that, but I prefer a blue-blooded Cab. If I want simple and easy to drink, I will beg Merlot to take me back. In the market’s better Cabs, we see juicy black currant, blackberry, black cherry and blueberry fruit. Cab has an affinity for oak aging, and when put in French oak particularly, it absorbs wonderful baking spice flavors of nutmeg, clove, allspice and, sometimes, cinnamon. On the other hand, American oak injects slightly harsher wood flavors into the wine — those of freshly cut 2-by-4 boards, shop floor, dill and coconut flavors. I prefer the more expensive ($1,000-plus per barrel) French oak for the harmonious wood flavors it imparts into the wine. Cabernet, especially from Bordeaux, France, (and certainly many higher-end Napa Cabs and Super Tuscans from Italy) will deliver a wallop of flavors reminiscent of cedar, tobacco and gravel — all flavors that add layers of complexity to the Cabernet. I had a 1995 Lafite Rothschild the other night that had a distinct gravel note to it — from the deep gravel beds on which the grapes are grown. It also was an infant wine, in the sense it still has many years of life left in it. That’s another wowing factor of Cabernet: its ability to age. Cabernet has thick skin that gives the wine a dark color but also contributes a big dose of tannins (the feeling of sandpaper and a drying-out effect on the top of your tongue) to the wine. To age for many years, a wine must have not only structure, backbone and tannins, but also moderate acidity — which I call the glue of a wine — to hold it all together. Now you get the picture, right? Cabernet really is king and should be treated as such. tþ

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Cabernets above the $15 range tend to be of higher quality, according to Warren.

SIPS AT HOME CAB WITH A SILVER LINING 2010 Silver Palm Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast, Calif. — $16.99 I had this in a steakhouse in Houston and fell head over heels. It tastes like a $30 Cab and is smooth, silky and goes down way too fast. That’s a good thing, but you’ll need more than one bottle on hand. The juicy black fruit and resolved tannins make this wine an absolute must for the price. GET SMART 2010 Educated Guess Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Calif. — $19.99 It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out this is one helluva Cab for under $20. It is definitely California all the way with its big, rich black currant fruit and high alcohol content, but when you need a highoctane Cab to pair with a juicy rib-eye ... make an educated guess. HIDDEN PLEASURE 2007 Hidden Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, Calif. — $39.99 There are a dozen hidden pleasures to be found in this sumptuous, plump and rounded Cab. Layers of black fruit combined with subtle earthy tones and just the right amount of oak make this worthy of its price tag.

SIPS AROUND TOWN PRHYME STEAKHOUSE General Manager T.C. LeRoy welcomes everyone to the cool new steakhouse downtown. “When you have prime meat as good as ours, you absolutely need a Cabernet to accompany it,” he says. He recommends the Starmont 2009 Cab at $64 per bottle. 111 N. Main St., Suite A,

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THE VAULT Ben Duncan, one of The Vault’s shift managers and bartenders, says the retro restaurant has a great Cab selection. He particularly likes the Banshee Cab from Napa, Calif. It sells for $60 per bottle. “Cab is one of our bestsellers, and the Banshee is totally awesome,” he says.

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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.

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Down or depressed? Depression is not a normal part of aging, but an illness that is highly treatable when recognized. by MISSY KRUSE

Many seniors, including those with chronic health problems or those who have recently lost loved ones, may experience depression.

Ed sat staring at the television,

nursing a beer, not caring what was on the screen. Now retired, after 43 years of working as a banker, of anticipating a time of complete freedom, he suddenly felt directionless, purposeless, unneeded and no longer important, just an old man full of aches and pains. It seemed worse when, like this afternoon, his wife was out of the house. He was lonely. But good ol’ Ed, always a trouper, kept up a brave face to his family and friends. He didn’t tell them about the night he’d pulled the bottle of painkillers from the medicine cabinet ... Fortunately, Ed couldn’t fool his wife, Betty, or their children. They knew he seemed different — his forced hail-fellow

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bravado, his reluctance to play golf or go to a University of Tulsa football game with his sons were unusual. When he heard the front door open, he thought Betty had just returned from her book club. Instead she’d come back with their two boys in tow. “Ed,” she said, “it’s time to have a talk. You aren’t you anymore. We need to get you some help.” This bit of fiction is more real than you might imagine. One in four older Americans will suffer like Ed with some level of depression. But, say the experts interviewed, depression is not a normal part of aging; it is an illness, and one that is highly treatable — if it is recognized. People from all age groups can suffer from depression; it’s not unique to seniors, but certain factors do increase the risk and impact of

the illness, says Dr. Richard Bost, professor of behavioral sciences at the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences. Loss of activity, changes in health or physical capacity, isolating circumstances and economic constraints, along with brain chemical imbalances, can all play a part, putting a person at risk to develop depression. Depression itself has different classifications, Bost explains. Major depressive disorder is “characterized by distinct periods of depressed mood and loss of interest in usual activities. “During this time, at least two weeks, it’s very pervasive, and not associated with some activity” or event such as work stress, he says. “It’s also clearly different from one’s usual mood or activities.” The person may suffer from self-recrimination and guilt, marked fatigue, difficulty Continued on p. 100

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Continued from p. 98 in concentrating and remembering, appetite change and weight gain or loss. Depression’s causes fall into three classes, Bost says — physiological, which includes changes in brain chemistry; psychological, which involves a predisposition to depression because of lifelong negative attitudes and beliefs, (i.e., “I’m not worthwhile”); and the effects of stressful environments, such as living in a noisy neighborhood or experiencing a history of traumatic events. Major depressive disorder differs from chronic depression, a condition that has gained widespread public recognition through drug advertising. Chronic depression “almost always will have begun much earlier in life,” Bost says. Of course, there are strong reasons an older person might feel down. One major aspect of aging is loss of friends and family and the grief that accompanies those incidents. Yet grief is not depression, he and others emphasize, although depression can accompany the process. Strikingly, suicide is the cause of death for approximately 14 of every 100,000 people over age 65. White males make up the highest per capita rate in this age group, says Michael Brose, executive director of the Mental Health Association in Tulsa. “The primary cause is depression,” Brose says. “There has come a cultural acceptance that somehow depression is just a de facto component of aging, which is not true.” However, among the elderly who are depressed, “we see a higher percentage in females,” says Dr. Casey Snodgress with St. John Medical Center in Coweta. “They live longer and face more chronic conditions.” Indeed, doctors need to recognize that some level of depression may be present with those who have chronic health problems such as diabetes or heart disease, notes Dr. Ron Gann of Utica Park Clinic in Owasso. “It weighs on them. This is their end-of-life status.” As medical director for two nursing homes, Gann says dealing with depression in these settings “can be very difficult because of dementia. Sometimes what may be perceived as dementia may actually be depression. Patients are confused as to where they are, agitated, angry, even perceived as having behavior issues, but the underlying cause is depression.” 100

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Family and friends play key roles in recognizing depression and helping a senior through physiciansupervised treatment.

Signs and symptoms of depression • Feeling sad or “empty” • Feeling hopeless, irritable, anxious or guilty • Loss of interest in favorite activities • Feeling exhausted • Not being able to concentrate or remember details • Not being able to sleep or sleeping too much • Overeating or not wanting to eat at all • Thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts • Aches or pains, headaches, cramps or digestive problems SOURCE: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Medication often plays a role in this, he and others say. Physicians must be aware of the reactions and interactions of multiple prescriptions and dosage levels. Additionally, various health conditions, even something as basic as a urinary tract infection, may mask as depression or be concurrent with the illness.

“The important thing for a doctor or anyone taking care of someone with suspected depression is to ask, ‘Is this really depression, or is this a symptom of a medical condition that looks like depression?’” says Dr. Ondria Gleason, chair of psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine. Are physicians tuned into senior depression? It depends on whom you ask. Each medical person interviewed had varying responses. They did agree that often the pressure of dealing with acute conditions such as cardiovascular disease or cholesterol levels — things needing immediate attention — gets in the way of dealing with possible depression. Additionally, like our friend Ed, many older people just don’t realize or won’t admit they are depressed, say physicians. They tend to forge ahead, accepting their mood as normal. This is where savvy family, friends and physicians come into the picture. When an older person won’t acknowledge his or her condition, others need to advocate for them. Betty insisted Ed make an appointment with his doctor — and went with him. Clinical depression is highly treatable, say medical experts. Medication and behavioral or talking therapy work well. Ed was reluctant Continued on p. 102

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Seniors with depression Figures vary on the number of elderly who suffer from depression. In patients over age 65, 13 to 14 percent “meet the diagnostic criteria for depression at any given time,” says Dr. Jim McAdams, medical director of the Senior Behavioral Health Program at Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital. “But estimates show 30 to 50 percent of the elderly population are not diagnosed or treated for depression.” The numbers are higher for hospitalized or nursing home patients. Dr. Ondria Gleason, chair of psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine cites minor depression is present in: • 25 percent of those living in the community. • 50 percent of those in long-term care facilities. • Approximately one-third of elderly diabetics. Among those who have suffered a heart attack or stroke, or who are battling cancer, the rate is 30 to 40 percent, says Dr. Casey Snodgress with St. John Medical Center in Coweta. Where to get help or more information:

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• National Institute of Mental Health, www.nimh.nioh.gov

• Your family physician

Continued from p. 100 at first, but decided to give both a try. He’s feeling much better, thank you. Additionally, family and friends can help by listening and helping the depressed person through treatment, by helping them find new interests and new purposes to get the person up and going. Ed’s sons committed to a weekly golf game with their dad and buying three season tickets to TU football and basketball games. Betty signed up for the couple to become Meals on Wheels volunteer drivers, and to help out at their church, where an elder quickly snagged Ed (and his business expertise) for the building committee. This spring, Ed may work with children through the First Tee program, which teaches youngsters the game of golf.

With the bulging boomer population, society will see more people like Ed. But depression can be prevented or lessened, say those interviewed. “People get tied up with their core family and don’t have a plan” for when the children are grown and gone, Gleason says. Try to stay well. Stay mentally and socially active. Make time for friends. Stay physically active. “Generally in the adult population, exercise is as effective as a mild antidepressant,” she says. And, consider the spiritual component. Life is full of transitions, Brose says, and sometimes we need help in making those transitions. Depression, “if alleviated, can add amazing quality of life to the older person,” he says — in fact, “to anyone at any age.” tþ

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Afternoon picnic with live music, games, food and drinks for the entire family!

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Robin Blonsky and her husband adopted their daughters, 8 and 9, through Oklahoma’s foster care system. The family is participating in the Walk a Mile in My Shoes event this month at the Laura Dester Children’s Center, Tulsa’s temporary children’s shelter, to bring awareness to the needs of children in foster care.

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Donated suitcases at Oklahoma City’s 2012 Walk a Mile event black garbage bag to haul their belongings from place to place. The needs of these children — who are the victims of abuse or neglect or have parents who cannot care for them — hit home for Blonsky upon meeting her daughters, CC*, 8, and Anna*, 9. She and her husband had set out to adopt but first became “foster-to-adopt” parents. “It’s easy to ignore (the need) when you don’t see it, but if you meet the kids ... at events like this, then people can really see this is a major issue,” Blonsky says. Emotion fills Blonsky’s voice when she talks about her daughters, whom Blonsky and her husband officially adopted in December.

*Nicknames have been used to maintain privacy.

For more information, visit www.walkamilefostercareevent.com.

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“Now that we’ve done it, I would highly recommend it to anybody who has a heart to do it and can be a positive, stable parent for the long term,” she says. “When you look at the rewards of seeing them start to become secure, become confident and fit into your family, it makes the work of parenting worth it.” Both Blonsky and Lloyd are quick to point out there are many ways to help children in need beyond adopting or becoming a foster family. Helping foster families with meals or driving children to appointments are just a few ways people can help make life easier for the children and those caring for them. “It’s been a life-changing experience for us,” says Blonsky, who will participate in the April 27 walk with her family. The walk begins at 9 a.m. at the Laura Dester Children’s Center, 7318 E. Pine St., Tulsa’s temporary children’s shelter. Information booths will offer options on ways to become involved in the foster care issue. The event is free but requires registration. tþ

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obin Blonsky’s two little girls have brightened the Tulsa resident’s life since moving in last summer. Every day, they have reaffirmed Blonsky’s decision to help Oklahoma children without homes and prospective parents find each other. The Walk a Mile in My Shoes event, set for April 27, aims to bring awareness to the needs of more than 8,000 children currently in the Oklahoma foster care system, according to the event’s website. “The number grows every year, and there are such a huge number of children in the system, whether they’re in foster care or living in shelters,” says Kalan Lloyd, this year’s Tulsa event organizer. “Unless you raise awareness, things are not on your radar,” Lloyd says, explaining that the Tulsa community organized the first Walk a Mile event last year alongside efforts in Oklahoma City to increase awareness and the number of foster homes in the state. The event consists of a 1-mile, family-friendly walk. Participants bring suitcases along the journey to symbolize the constant moving children experience in foster care. The suitcases are an important component of the event because afterward they are donated to children in the foster care system, Lloyd says. The 2012 Tulsa effort brought in approximately 3,000 suitcases for children who often have only a

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8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Main Street in Jenks. Admission is free. Visit www.jenksgardenclub.com/jenks-herb-n-plant-festival.

range from $20-$60. Visit www.celebrityattractions.com for show times and tickets, or call 918-596-7111.

Sesame Street Live Everyone is dancing in the street — Sesame Street. In “Can’t Stop Singing,” the latest kid-pleasing production of Sesame Street Live, music is the message. Parents will likely be singing along, too, when Elmo the conductor turns up the tunes at the BOK Center. Adding to the family fun is Play Zone, where ticketholders can frolic on Sesame Street an hour before show time free of charge. Doors open one hour before show time; show times

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Jenks Herb ‘n’ Plant Festival Spring is in the air, and there’s no better way to celebrate its arrival than with the 17th annual Jenks Herb ‘n’ Plant Festival. Approximately 100 vendors will “plant” themselves at the daylong event in downtown Jenks. Though there is an emphasis on plants and flowers, a treasure trove of gardening goodies and outdoor décor also will be on display. Attendees also can enjoy live music and food vendors. Festival runs from

“West Side Story” Be swept away by the tragic and timeless tale of Tony and Maria, a pair of forbidden lovers in 1950s New York. The national Broadway tour of the “Romeo and Juliet”-inspired production of “West Side Story” comes to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for eight shows, presented by Celebrity Attractions. Full of dancing and music, violence and love, the story proves the power of two hearts in looking past cultural divides. Tickets

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The Mary K. Chapman Rhinoceros exhibit is the ďŹ rst project started under our new master plan. This exhibit will feature three exhibit yards, an expanded barn, and indoor viewing opportunities for our 550,000 annual guests.

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Celebrate Cascia Robin Cargile and Cindy Marshall, Celebrate Cascia co-chairs; Ketrin Boone, Cascia Parent Faculty Association president; and Roger Carter, headmaster of Cascia Hall Preparatory School, gathered to promote Celebrate Cascia 2013, “The Great Gatsby.” The event is April 27 at the Mayo Hotel and will raise money to assist families with scholarship funds. The evening will feature live and silent auctions, live entertainment and dancing, and a cigar bar.

Henry Zarrow Awards Dinner The Sooner-Tulsa chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosted its annual Henry Zarrow Awards Dinner at TiAmo Restaurant to honor Stephanie and Ralph Cole for their outstanding leadership and dedication to the CF Foundation. Pictured at the dinner are Ryan Harper, 2012 board president; Barrett Hughes, 2013 board president; Jo Ann N. Winn, executive director; and Stephanie and Ralph Cole.

Made Market Kacey King, Doubletree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown sales manager; John Smaligo, Tulsa County commissioner; and Clay Bird, City of Tulsa director of economic development, attended the grand opening of the world’s first Made Market inside the Doubletree Downtown. A sampling of the fast-casual restaurant’s menu, beverages and live music greeted guests, along with giveaways and a raffle. Proceeds from the event benefited Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma.

Street School Street Party The 18th annual Street Party is scheduled for April 26 at the Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom. The 2013 Street School senior class are the event’s honorary co-chairs. Pictured are Jeremy Bentley, Street School senior; Bo Davis and Susan Thomas, Street School board members (standing); and Lori McGinnis-Madland, Street School executive director.

Oysters & Ale Patron Party Ricki Jo Neff of Rolling Hills Care Center, a Lady Chatterley sponsor; Wes Alexander of Marshall Brewing Co. and Allison Cotner of Charleston’s, both food sponsors; and Darrell Pulliam, a Wellfleet Bay sponsor, gathered to promote Hospice of Green Country’s Oysters & Ale event April 4 at the Central Center.

Tulsa Area United Way Jim Bender, 2012 chairman of the Tulsa Area United Way Board of Directors; Becky J. Frank, 2013 chairwoman of the TAUW Campaign Cabinet; Chet Cadieux, 2013 board chairman and 2012 campaign chairman; and Mark Graham, TAUW president and CEO, gathered at the TAUW Annual Meeting on Feb. 12.

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Tulsa Ballet’s Icons & Idols On Feb. 16, “Icons & Idols” transformed the Tulsa Convention Center for a second year in celebration of Tulsa Ballet. Among ballet sets and costumes, the ballroom also featured breathtaking video installations displaying the artistry of the Tulsa Ballet dancers from studio to stage. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour and dinner, a performance by the artists of Tulsa Ballet and a live auction. Chaired by Steve and Betty Pirnat, this year’s “Icons & Idols” raised more than $1.1 million for Tulsa Ballet’s world-renowned artistic performances and education programs that reach more than 40,000 individuals annually.

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Event chairs Steve and Betty Pirnat and auction chairs Sarah Jane and Matt Gillett

Joe and Hannah Robson

Billie and Howard Barnett

Rachel Zebrowski, Ben Costello, and Nancy and Bruce Bolzle

Mayor Dewey Bartlett and First Lady Victoria Bartlett

Tulsa Ballet principal dancer Ma Cong and golden paddle winner Tanya Shaw

NatureWorks Art Show & Sale The annual event on March 2 and 3 raised a record $560,000 to support the participating wildlife artists and the nonprofit NatureWorks’ mission of conservation and education in northeast Oklahoma. Pictured are John Reaves, art show director; Treak Tasker, NatureWorks president; and Melinda and Mel Mercer, a member of the board of directors.

Tiny Tomsen, one of the founders of NatureWorks in 1977 and a current NatureWorks board member, with wildlife artists Mark Anderson and Melanie Fain at the Art Show & Sale. NatureWorks Inc. originated and resides exclusively in Tulsa. The organization fosters the development and conservation of wildlife preserves.

Designer Showcase Dr. Keith Ballard, Doug Mann, Steve Fate and Lucky Lamons gathered to promote The Foundation for Tulsa Schools’ Showcase Dinner, which is April 5 at Southern Hills Country Club. This year’s Designer Showcase marks its 40th anniversary. The home opens to the public April 26.

Tulsa Historical Society The Tulsa Historical Society welcomed author and Route 66 historian Michael Wallis as its historian in residence during a private reception at the society’s home, the Travis Mansion. Pictured at the Feb. 21 event are Wallis; Michelle Place, executive director of the Tulsa Historical Society; and Wallis’ wife, Suzanne.

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4/27 Aviator Ball Tulsa Air and Space Museum & 4/11 Blank Canvas Members of the 2013 Blank

Canvas committee are Jennifer Morgan; Laurel Ledbetter; Gary Betow, event chairman; Kelly Karlovich; and Jennifer Nightengale. Blank Canvas benefits Youth Services.

April 1-5 — Half a Hundred for Hospitality At their own time and location, participants commit to do 50 push-ups, and find sponsors to donate coins or cash for each consecutive push-up. Benefits Hospitality House of Tulsa. Call Toni Moore, 918-551-6670; or visit www.tulsahospitalityhouse.org. April 4-September — 10th annual Knock Out Violence All Tulsa Drillers 2013 season home and away games. Various times. ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. Pledge per Drillers home run. Attendance not required. Benefits Domestic Violence Intervention Services. Call 918-508-2705, or visit www.dvis.org. April 4 — Oysters & Ale 5:30-8:30 p.m. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. Sixth St. Freshly shucked oysters from Bodean’s Seafood, paired with craft beers. $50. Benefits Hospice of Green Country. Reservations required. Call 918-388-1327, or email sgarcia@hospiceofgreencountry.org. April 4 — Tatas & Tinis 7-10 p.m. Lorton Performance Center, The University of Tulsa, 550 S. Gary Ave. Canapés, cocktails, live music, dancing and silent auction. $65. Presented by Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center; benefits Oklahoma Project Woman. Call Scarlet Henley, 918-834-7200; or visit www.oklahomaprojectwoman.org.

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Planetarium will honor veterans at its Aviator Ball fundraiser. Pictured are Barbara Smallwood, past TASM board chairwoman and Aviator Ball co-chair; Lee Hubby, Aviator Ball co-chair; Hobie Hammond, Vietnam veteran advisor and former Huey pilot; and Glenn Wright, TASM executive director.

April 4 — Tulsa’s New Leaders 6-10 p.m. The Mayo Hotel, 115 W. Fifth St. Seated dinner, awards, music, and live and silent auctions. Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Call Amanda Shank, 918-744-6354; or visit www.cff.org. April 5, 6, 12, 13, 26, 27 — Bowl for Kids’ Sake Various times. April 5-13, AMF Sheridan Lanes, 3121 S. Sheridan Road; and April 26-27, Andy B’s Tulsa, 8711 S. Lewis Ave. Registration required. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma. Call Adam Nicholas, 918-728-7915; or visit www.bfkstulsa.org. April 5 — Foundation for Tulsa Schools Designer Showcase Gala 6 p.m., reception and home tour; 8 p.m., dinner and program. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Benefits Foundation for Tulsa Schools. Call Lucky Lamons, 918-746-6604; or visit www.foundationfortulsaschools.org. April 5 — Monarch Ball, “Emerge & Take Flight” 6:30 p.m., cocktail reception; 7:30 p.m., dinner and dancing. Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Black tie; valet parking. Benefits Domestic Violence Intervention Services. Call Caroline Holmes, 918-508-2705; or visit www.dvis.org. April 6 — 53rd annual Tulsa Opera Ball 6 p.m. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Dinner, dancing and presentation

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benefit The Tristesse Grief Center’s children’s grief education and intervention programs. Pictured are Bryan Guderian, honorary chairman; Susan Bramsch, executive director of The Tristesse Grief Center; and Dedra and Mark Phillips, event co-chairs.

of 2013 debutantes and squires. $250, tickets; $2,000-$10,000, sponsorships. Benefits Tulsa Opera. Call Rachel Robb, 918-582-4035; or visit www.tulsaopera.com. April 6 — Aquarium Run 6:30 a.m., registration; 7:15 a.m., 5K; 8:15 a.m., 10K and half-marathon; 8:30 a.m., 1-mile fun run/walk. Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks. Races followed by activities for all participants. Benefits Oklahoma Aquarium. Visit www.okaquarium.org. April 6 — A Time to Dance with Our Stars 6 p.m. John Q. Hammons Arena at the Union Multipurpose Activity Center, 6636 S. Mingo Road. Dance music by The Bop Cats, dance competition with local celebrities paired with Ballroom Revolution and Ballroom Blitz professional dancers, and guest celebrity appearance by Denver Bronco Chris Harris; 1950s theme. Benefits Hospitality House of Tulsa. Call Toni Moore, 918-551-6670; or visit www.tulsahospitalityhouse.org. April 6 — Bishop Kelley 33rd annual Dinner Auction, “B.K. Corral” 6 p.m.-midnight. Bishop Kelley High School Activity Center Building, 3905 S. Hudson Ave. Dinner, dancing, mechanical bull and live auction. Benefits Bishop Kelley High School. Call Robin Lewis, 918-609-7114; or visit www.bkelleyhs.org.

April 6 — Fight for Air Climb 7:30 a.m., registration; 8:30 a.m., climb. BOK Tower, East Second Street. Race up 50 flights of stairs. Benefits American Lung Association. Visit www.lung.org. April 6 — MIX 7-11 p.m. Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St. DJ, mixology contests from bars and restaurants, and live art installations. $75, Philbrook Museum of Art members; $100, not-yet members; $500-$10,000, patron and sponsorship packages. Benefits Philbrook Museum of Art and Philbrook Downtown. Visit www.philbrook.org. April 6 — Spring Fling 2013, “Peace, Love and Camp” 6 p.m., social hour; 7 p.m., dinner; 9:45 p.m., bonfire. Camp Loughridge, 4900 W. 71st St. Honoring Ken McQueen, Loughridge Award recipient; live and silent auctions, and live comedy acts. $450-$5,000, sponsorships. Benefits Camp Loughridge. Call 918-446-4194, or visit www.camploughridge.org. April 11 — Blank Canvas 2013 6:30 p.m. Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Eight local chefs prepare a gourmet appetizer, each including one secret ingredient. $125, tickets; $3,000, tables of eight; $500-$25,000, sponsorships. Benefits Youth Services. Call Liz Neas, 918-382-4402; or visit www.yst.org.

April 12 — Woman of the Year Luncheon 11:30 a.m. Tulsa Country Club, 701 N. Union Ave. Luncheon and silent auction. Honors a 2013 Woman of the Year from each member sorority. $35. Benefits scholarship fund for Tulsa’s Greek women and Tulsa Eyeglass Fund. Reservations required. Email Lynda Linscott, mlinscott6@gmail.com; or visit www.tulsapanhellenic.org. April 13 — 2013 Promise Ball, “The Art of the Cure” 6 p.m., reception. Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Live and silent auctions, cocktails and dinner. Benefits Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Call 918-481-5807, or visit www.jdrf.org. April 13 — 23rd annual Madonna House Tea 2 p.m. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Benefits Catholic Charities’ Madonna House. Call Lindsay Hughes, 918508-7115; or visit www.cctulsa.org. April 13 — Walk MS Tulsa 7:30 a.m., registration; 9 a.m., walk begins. Veterans Park, 1875 S. Boulder Drive. Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Call Rachel Klenda, 918-4880882, ext. 35124; or visit www.walkmsok.org. April 18 — Are You Smarter Than a KIPPster? 6-8:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency Tulsa, 100 E. Second St. Casual reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, raffle, cash bar, performance by KIPP Showtime Drumline Band and trivia game. $50, tickets; $500-$15,000, sponsorships. Benefits KIPP Tulsa College Preparatory. Call Yolantrice Collins, 918-794-8652, ext. 114; or visit www.kipptulsa.org. April 18 — Tulsa Juliette Low Leadership Society Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Major and Mrs. Dan Rooney, honorary chairs; Ret. Major Gen. Rita Aragon, guest speaker. $125, tickets; $5,000, preferred for eight; $10,000, tables of 8-10; $750-$25,000, sponsorships. Benefits Girls Scouts of Eastern

Oklahoma. Reservations online. Call Barbara Sorochty, 918-745-5202; or visit www.gseok.org/jlls. April 18 — William Booth Society Salvation Army Annual Benefit Dinner 7 p.m. Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Featured speaker, Bob Costas. Benefits Salvation Army Tulsa Area Command. Call Nancy Lloyd, 918587-7801, ext. 131; or visit www.salarmytulsa.blogspot.com. April 19 — Gold Medal Night 5:30 p.m., pre-party with live band and appetizers; 6 p.m., program. Wyndham Hotel, 10908 E. 41st St. Benefits Aim High Academy gymnastics program. Visit www.aimhighgym.org. April 19 — Rendezvous 10:30 a.m., artist talk with sculptor Herb Mignery; 1:30 p.m., artist talk with painter Martin Grelle; 6 p.m., art sale and reception; 7:30 p.m., art raffle. Gilcrease Museum, 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Road. Cocktail buffet, art sale and reception. Benefits Gilcrease Museum acquisition and art education funds. Call Linda Galbraith, 918-596-2757; or visit www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu. April 19 — Step Up to the Plate, Fight ALS 6 p.m., doors open; 7 p.m., activities begin. Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St. Gourmet ballpark food by local restaurants, raffles, live band and dancing. Benefits Muscular Dystrophy Association ALS Division to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease. Call Becky Prine, 918-749-7997; or visit www.stepuptotheplatefightals.com. April 19 — Tulsa Opera’s “Magic and Mystery On the Nile” 6 p.m., dinner. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Cocktails, dinner and live entertainment by Tulsa Opera’s “Aïda” stars. Benefits Tulsa Opera. Call 918-582-4035, or visit www.tulsaopera.com. April 20 — 16th annual Rebuild Day 8 a.m., kickoff; 11 a.m., small community fair; Burroughs Elementary School, 1924 N. Cincinnati Ave. Sixteen homes in surrounding neighborhood will receive home repairs by volunteers. $3,000-$50,000, sponsorships. Benefits Rebuilding Together Tulsa. Call Deanna Boston, 918-742-6241, ext. 3; or visit www.rebuildingtogethertulsa.org.

Volunteer Leaders by JUDY LANGDON

Sue Ann Blair Chairwoman, 2013 Designer Showcase

he Designer Showcase is an annual spring highlight for Tulsa. A bevy of local interior designers, renovators and landscape artists renovate a home that is opened for public tours and private parties during April and May. Proceeds from the Designer Showcase benefit its Sue Ann Blair host nonprofit, The Foundation for Tulsa Schools. This year’s Designer Showcase — the 40th annual event — is April 26-May 19 (see box). Have you ever wondered what goes into the planning of a large fundraiser such as the Designer Showcase? TulsaPeople asked volunteer Sue Ann Blair, 2013 Showcase chairwoman, who has been promoting and staffing the event for the past two years.

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April 12 — Celebrate Life Gala 6 p.m., hors d’oeurves and silent auction; 7:30 p.m., dinner and live auction. Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks. Benefits Crisis Pregnancy Outreach. Call Becky Martin, 918-269-1512; or Aaron and Debbie Antis, 918-845-5751; or visit www.crisispregnancyoutreach.org.

How long have you volunteered for the Designer Showcase? I’ve been participating as a shift volunteer on and off since I’ve lived in Tulsa. I chaired the volunteer committee the year we redid the Campbell Hotel and began chairing the event last year. ... I’m a local realtor who has always had a strong passion for design. Showcase is a great way to blend the two. How many years has the Showcase benefited The Foundation for Tulsa Schools, and how does the foundation utilize the funds raised? This is the 40th anniversary year and the 10th year for Showcase to benefit The Foundation for Tulsa Schools ... and it is rumored that we are the only showcase in the country that benefits a school system. The foundation’s broad mission is to invest community resources in educational quality, creativity and innovation, focusing on teaching and leader effectiveness and community schools. Explain how and why this year’s Showcase home was selected. This year’s home is located in Woody Crest, one of midtown Tulsa’s premier neighborhoods. Built in 1940, it has a rich history with only two prominent Tulsa families as residents. It appears (to be) a cottage from first glance, but its actual size is quite a surprise. The current owner is thrilled to be a part of the Showcase, and has wonderful reasons for wanting to be a part of our fundraiser. This year’s home will actually be for sale, which is different than most recent years. What is the timeline for each Showcase home? We are always looking for a home ... especially the minute the current Showcase closes. In this instance, a substantial renovation was undertaken ... at the end of December. The designers begin their work in February and private parties start three weeks before it opens to the public, at the end of April through the third week in May. Have you had favorite Showcase homes from years past? One of my favorites was the Campbell Hotel for a couple of reasons ... it was my first year to be on the steering committee, plus I loved the fact that we were reviving a hidden Tulsa landmark. Why do you volunteer? I am in the business of connecting with people and having pride in the city I choose, and opportunities like the Showcase allow me to learn about how great philanthropy is in Tulsa.

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> VIDEO Take a tour of this year’s Showcase home mid-renovation.

April 26-May 19 — 2013 Designer Showcase 10 a.m.-4 p.m., TuesdaySaturday; 5-8 p.m., Thursday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday; closed Monday. The Tandy Home, 2723 S. Birmingham Place. Local decorators and landscape artists renovate an early Tulsa home; open for public tours. $12, in advance; $15, at the door. Benefits The Foundation for Tulsa Schools. Visit www.tulsadesignershowcase.com.

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April 20 — 17th annual Gospel, Grits & Gershwin 9 a.m.-noon. Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, Upper Level, 111 E. First St. Brunch buffet, live and silent auctions, dessert auction, wine pull and performances by Booker T. Washington students. Benefits Booker T. Washington School. Visit www.btwfoundation.net. April 20 — Lee Elementary Trivia Night, “Take Me Back to Tulsa” 6 p.m. Rucker Warehouse, 1227 S. Detroit Ave. $25, tickets; $200, $350 and $500, table sponsorships. Trivia games and auction. Benefits Lee Elementary School PTA. Email Sarah Dougherty, leetrivia@gmail.com. April 20 — Ninth annual Chefs for the Cure 6:30-10 p.m. Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 10109 E. 79th St. Live music, wine, beer, cocktails and gourmet cuisine. $65, tickets; $1,000, tables. Benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tulsa Affiliate. Visit www.komentulsa.org. April 20 — Sixth annual ONE Awards 5:30 p.m., reception; 6:15 p.m., dinner and program. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Seated dinner, special awards ceremony and video presentation of finalists. $150, tickets; $1,000$10,000, sponsorships. Benefits Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits. Visit www.oklahomacenter fornonprofits.org. April 20 — The Garden Party 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. $65, tickets; $650, tables; $160-$12,000, sponsorships. Benefits The Little Light House. Call 918-664-9746, or visit www.littlelighthouse.org.

April 20 — Tulsa’s Gospel’s Best 6 p.m., TCC VanTrease PACE, 10300 E. 81st St. $15, in advance; $18, at the door. Benefits J.A.M.E.S. Inc. and Women Empowering Nations. Call 918-269-6667, or visit www.wenations.org. April 20 — Tulsa Heart Walk 8 a.m., festivities; 8:30 a.m., opening ceremonies; 9 a.m., walk. ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. Benefits American Heart Association. Call 918-712-4006, or visit www.tulsaheartwalk.com. April 25 — Recipe to End Hunger 6 p.m. Culinary Center, Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, 1304 N. Kenosha Ave. Food and wine prepared by Libby Auld of The Vault. $45. Benefits Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Call Deb Hughes, 918-936-4544; or visit www.cfbeo.org. April 25 — Seventh annual Dining Out for Life 5-10 p.m. Various locations. Visit approximately 30 local restaurants in midtown and downtown Tulsa; a portion of sales benefits Health Outreach Prevention Education. Email Jeremy Simmons, jeremy@hopetesting.org; or visit www.hopetesting.org. April 25 — Strings & Dreams: “Night Out” 6:30-9 p.m. Campbell Hotel, 2636 E. 11th St. Entertainment featuring Annie Ellicott Trio and Tulsa Harp Ensemble, silent auction and cuisine by Nathan’s Bistro. $50, tickets; $500-$2,500, tables. Benefits scholarships to the Midwest Harp Festival hosted by Midwest Harp Academy. Reservations online. Call 918-832-0934, or visit www.midwestharpacademy.com.

April 20 — The Unity Concert 2-8 p.m., Guthrie Green, 111 E. Brady St. Free concert featuring Oklahoma musicians, children’s activities, nonprofit information booths, food and beverages, and silent auction. Benefits The Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice. Visit www.occjok.org.

April 25 — Tulsa Charity Fight Night 6:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency Tulsa, 100 E. Second St. Black-tie boxing event with sports’ biggest celebrities. $450, tickets; $4,500, tables. Benefits Make-A-Wish Oklahoma. Call 918-401-5756, or visit www.tulsacharityfightnight.org.

April 20 — Tulsa Charity Grand Prix 7 p.m. Expo Square, Ford Center, 4145 E. 21st St. Benefits Tulsa Child Abuse Network. Call Kelsey Baker, 918-740-1451; or find “2013 Tulsa Charity Grand Prix” on Facebook.

April 26 — 18th annual Street Party 7 p.m.-midnight. Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom, 100 Civic Center. Food, live music, dancing, student art auction and live auction; 1970s theme. Celebrates the

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40th anniversary of Street School. $125, tickets; $1,000-$25,000, sponsorships. Must be 21 to attend. Benefits Street School. Call Sandra Thornton, 918-833-9813; or visit www.streetschool.org. April 26-May 19 — 2013 Designer Showcase 10 a.m.-4 p.m., TuesdaySaturday; 5-8 p.m., Thursday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday; closed Monday. The Tandy Home, 2723 S. Birmingham Place. Local decorators and landscape artists renovate an early Tulsa home; open for public tours. $12, in advance; $15, at the door. Benefits The Foundation for Tulsa Schools. Visit www.tulsadesignershowcase.com. April 26 — CANdlelight Ball 6:30-11:30 p.m. Grand Hall and Crystal Ballroom, Mayo Hotel, 115 W. Fifth St. Champagne pull, cocktails, dinner, and live and silent auctions. $1,000-$15,000, sponsorships; presenting sponsorships available. Reservations required. Benefits Child Abuse Network. Call Kate Davis, 918-624-0201; or visit www.childabusenetwork.org. April 26 — Green Leaf Gala 6 p.m. Aloft Hotel, 200 Civic Center. Poolside cocktail hour, local food, live entertainment, wine pull and live auction. $2,500-$30,000, sponsorships. Benefits Up With Trees. Email trees@upwithtrees.org, or visit www.upwithtrees.org. April 27 — A License to Change 5:30 p.m. Tulsa Community College Center for Creativity, 910 S. Boston Ave. Reception and awards program. Benefits Volunteer Tulsa. Call Brenda Michael-Haggard, 918-447-1888; or visit www.volunteertulsa.org. April 27 — Aviator Ball 6-10 p.m. American Airlines, Hangar 80, near 3624 N. 74th E. Ave. Live and silent auctions, entertainment, appetizers, dinner and desserts, complimentary wine and beer, and cash bar. $125, tickets; sponsorships available. Benefits Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium. Call 918-834-9900, or visit www.tulsaairandspacemuseum.org. April 27 — “Celebrate Cascia: The Great Gatsby” 6 p.m. The Mayo Hotel, 115 W. Fifth St. Roaring ’20s dinner, cocktail reception,

entertainment, and live and silent auctions. Benefits Cascia Hall Preparatory School. Call Kerry Hornibrook, 918-746-2614; or visit www.casciahall.org. April 27 — Dance of the Two Moons 6:30 p.m. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa. Dinner, dancing and live entertainment; Chief Gregory E. Pyle, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, honorary chairman. $100, individual tickets; $175, couples; $1,500$10,000, sponsorships. Benefits Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa Inc. Call Emily Bolusky, 918382-1206; or visit www.ihcrc.org. April 27 — Face the Flame 9 a.m., races begin. Camp Okiwanee, 11340 S. 177th W. Ave., Sapulpa. $50, online registration, April 1-27. Benefits Camp Fire Green Country. Visit www.facetheflame.org. April 27 — Holland Hall Auction, “Oklahoma Routes” 6:30 p.m. Holland Hall Primary School gymnasium, 5666 E. 81st St. Seated dinner, and live and silent auctions. $120, tickets; $750-$5,000, sponsorships. Benefits Holland Hall School. Call Liz Anderson, 918-481-1111, ext. 715; or visit www.hollandhall.org. April 27 — JBFC Fundraiser 6:30-9:30 p.m. The International Center, 1350 S. Boulder Ave. $100, tickets; sponsorships available. Benefits The Janada L. Batchelor Foundation for Children (JBFC). Call 918-706-2268, or visit www.jbfc-online.org. April 27 — Race Against Racism 8 a.m., registration; 9-11 a.m., event. ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. One-mile justice fun run/walk; 5K run/walk. $20, in advance; $25, day of event. Benefits YWCA Tulsa. Visit www.ywcatulsa.org. April 27 — The Pink Rose Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency Tulsa, 100 E. Second St. Inaugural event for breast cancer survivors and supporters. Susan Ford Bales, keynote speaker. Benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tulsa Affiliate. Visit www. komentulsa.org.

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April 28 — ARTSCAPE 2013 “Smoke and Mirrors” 5-8 p.m. The Summit, Bank of America Center, 15 W. Sixth St. Cocktails, silent auction and cigar lounge. Benefits The Tristesse Grief Center’s children’s grief education and intervention programs. $90, individuals; $175, couples; $100$10,000, sponsorships. Reservations required. Visit www.thegriefcenter.org, or call 918-587-1200. April 29 — Eighth annual “Wish Upon a Par” Golf Tournament 12:30 p.m., shotgun start. The Golf Club of Oklahoma, 20400 E. 141st St., Broken Arrow. Steak lunch provided before tournament; dinner, happy hour and awards ceremony, with cash and raffle prizes. Benefits Make-A-Wish Oklahoma. Call Erin Howard, 918-492-9474; or visit www.oklahoma.wish.org. April 29 — Leadership Tulsa Golf Classic 11:30 a.m., registration; 1 p.m., shotgun start. The Club at Indian Springs, 16006 E. 131st St. S., Broken Arrow. Scramble format, best ball; bogey scoring. $200, individual players; $600, teams. Lunch, buffet dinner and awards ceremony; goodie bags for golfers, complimentary drinks and snacks. Register by April 19. Benefits Leadership Tulsa. Call 918-4777079, or visit www.leadershiptulsa.com. April 30 — 17th annual Empty Bowls Hunger Awareness Event 5 p.m., registration; 6 p.m., dinner. Hyatt Regency Tulsa, 100 E. Second St. Soup and salad dinner, souvenir bowl, and live and silent auctions. $50, tickets; $1,000-$15,000, sponsorships. Benefits Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Reservations required. Call Heidi Ewing, 918-936-4544; or visit www.cfbeo.org. tþ

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Events Symbols of Love Saturday, Mar. 16, 1 – 3 p.m. A drop-in Heyman Adventures in Art program for children ages 6-12

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ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Highlighting local talent

From past to present Betty Notter adds downtown’s new favorites to her repertoire of pen and ink drawings. by JUDY LANGDON

What is your favorite place or area in Tulsa? The north side and central Tulsa have always been the most interesting to me. There is more variety and vibrancy to (these) neighborhoods. Maybe not the most glamorous sides of town, but ... very alive and active, from (their) old machine shops, lumberyards (and) little manufacturers, to (their) ’50s and ’60s houses with the fences around the front yards, and small apartment houses on their last leg.

ulsa’s architectural and landscaping designs are familiar to its residents and impressive to out-of-towners. Unfortunately, many popular venues have been lost to urban renewal projects or a slow economy. A few years ago, transplanted Tulsa artist Betty Notter began bringing back into memory past local haunts with her pen and ink notecards and posters. Last summer, Notter’s company, “Tulsa In Ink,” launched a collection called “Tulsa’s Blast from the Past.” Now, Notter is at it again. TulsaPeople recently visited with her about “Tulsa’s Downtown,” a compilation of signs of downtown’s newest favorite locales: James E. McNellie’s Public House, Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge, Woody’s Corner Bar and the refurbished Mayo Hotel, among others. Where are you from, and where did you receive your training as an artist? I was born in Paducah, Ken., and spent most of my young life in Louisville. Nevertheless, Tulsa has been home to me and my family for 46 years, so in my heart of hearts, I feel like a native Tulsan. After high school, I studied at the Allen R. Hite Art Institute (since incorporated into the University of Louisville). I also studied two years at the Dayton, Ohio, Art Institute. What first inspired you to draw Tulsa locales? Being a newcomer to Tulsa in 1967, sketching and painting scenes that were new and unfamiliar was a challenge and exciting to me. Many were done on the spot, which gave each composition a narrative to go along with it.

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Many of the locations in your collection (Pennington’s, the Camelot Parkside Hotel, Swinney’s Hardware and Bell’s Amusement Park) are no longer here. Did you work from memory or photos to draw these locations? These places were all part of my life at one time, so memory, with the help of photos, has served me well. Which location has been the most difficult to complete, in terms of detail? The most challenging drawing for me was the Winterfest illustration. (There were) so many things included: the BOK Center, the ice rink, surrounding buildings and the crowd of ice skaters. However, this turned out to be one of my favorites.

Betty Notter uses pen and ink to depict favorite Tulsa locales, both new and nearly forgotten. It seems the choices could almost be never-ending. How difficult has it been for you to choose which locations to include? The choices are never-ending because there is no aspect of this city that is not interesting, or that is not evolving. Tulsa is changing its look and feel every day, sometimes for the better, but sadly, (Tulsans have seen) the loss of too much of her charm.

Why did you choose pen and ink? Pen and ink is a medium I feel the most comfortable using. It (allows for) quick, free and spontaneous expression. How long does it take you to complete one drawing? Normally it takes several hours to do a drawing, but it always depends on the scene I have selected.

Can you share any upcoming drawings you are working on? I am currently working on illustrations of bygone businesses and haunts in one of Tulsa’s favorite icons, Utica Square Shopping Center, as well as “Blast from the Past II” (featuring more defunct signs of Tulsa from businesses such as Shotgun Sam’s, Looboyles and Froug’s). tþ

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The best of local arts and culture

ALSO THIS MONTH “The Mother Road Revisited: Route 66 Then and Now” Tulsa artist Natalie Slater has paired nearly 100 Route 66 photographs from the 1950s with her own modern-day photos of the Mother Road. Slater then combined the photos into single images showcasing the new and vintage aspects of the scene. Open to the public

Tech of the trade Grace Grothaus is using technology to create a unique art experience. by KENDRA BLEVINS

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Grace Grothaus presented her Re(View) in Situ series, which utilizes augmented reality, at the World Creative Biennale in Rio de Janeiro in November.

April 5-25 at Living Arts, 307 E. Brady St. 6-9 p.m., April 5, opening reception, Living Arts. Free and open to the public; hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. 6-9 p.m., April 25, closing reception, Living Arts. Michael Wallis will sign books and discuss the exhibition at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.motherroadrevisited.com.

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ulsan Grace Grothaus has found a technological niche for her artistic expression that not only makes her life more interesting, but also impacts the lives of art patrons. Her latest series, Re(View) in Situ, “began with the idea of taking people on a walking tour through the city,” she says, “and showing them how not only our perception of reality, but the real world, is being shaped by digital tools in our post-Internet society.” Grothaus begins with photos and, by piecing them together, creates panoramas. She prints a photograph onto acetate and begins building the panoramas into layers, cutting through some layers, painting on others. Then, she photographs these layers individually and together before tagging them. Using tags and a smartphone app, she adds augmented reality to the panoramas. The app, which Grothaus developed, makes the painted layers appear to be floating above her triggered photographic panoramas. What is augmented reality, anyway? Grothaus says it’s “the technology of combining real world images, video, etc., with computer-generated information and/or imagery.” When you visit Brookside’s M.A. Doran Gallery, 3509 S. Peoria Ave., to see Grothaus’ work, look at the art through the lens of your smartphone or iPad to see another world altogether. You will need to download the free Re(View) in Situ app from iTunes. (The gallery also can provide the technology, so don’t worry too much about that.) “The digital world is creeping into reality, bridging the gap to the real world,” Grothaus explains. “I use smartphone application technology to push painting into the 21st century.”

Using technology in her work is pretty cool, but what’s even cooler — and what enhances the lives of those who view Grothaus’ art — is that she plans to photograph cities around the world and invite patrons to take walking tours of the sights in her photos. Grothaus has recently finished photographing Kansas City — locations in downtown on the Missouri side. Preview the Kansas City photos on her Facebook page, www.facebook.com/gracegrothaus, where she has images from five locations throughout the city. She plans to place quick-response (QR) codes onto these images, which she will use for her upcoming OK-KC show at La Esquina Gallery in Kansas City. These will tag to a new set of augmented reality paintings in the Re(View) in Situ series. In Tulsa, she has photographed the Tulsa Jazz Depot and the intersection of East First Street and South Cincinnati Avenue. The In Situ series landed Grothaus a

place at the World Creative Biennale in Rio de Janeiro in November, where she was the first and only Oklahoman to attend. Now back in Tulsa, Grothaus will teach a Little Savages art class April 6 at the downtown gallery of her friend, Ariana Jakub (see box for details). Additionally, Grothaus will participate in the Tulsa Art Studio Tour, April 20-21 (see box). “People will be able to come to my studio and see firsthand how the work is made and the very latest pieces for sale,” she says. tþ

Kendra Blevins is a freelance writer who enjoys playwriting, community theater, traveling and reading. Visit www.gracegrothaus.com for more information.

“Twisted” Art Show “Twisted” features wire tornado pieces by Britt Greenwood, including tornadoes sewn into canvas, tornado wire necklaces and ornaments. 6:30-9 p.m.,

April 5, at Manic Pixie Studios, 1338 E. Sixth St. Free. Call 918607-9889, or email rosemary@ manicpixiestudios.com.

Little Savages Art History Classes Ariana Jakub will gather professional artists to work with young artists grades K-4 (ages 4-10) on Saturdays in April. Each class is $25 and includes an art history lesson, two related activities, a review of key art history terms and a snack related to the lesson. RSVP required. 9-11 a.m.,

Saturdays in April, at Ariana Jakub Gallery, 511 S. Boston Ave., in the Philcade Building. Visit www.arianajakub.com.

Tulsa Art Studio Tour The self-guided tour showcases the talent of artists who live and work in Tulsa. Visitors can meet artists, purchase artwork and observe art being created in working spaces.

Noon-5 p.m., April 20-21, at Circle Cinema Gallery, 12 S. Lewis Ave. $5, in advance; $10, at the door. Visit www.ovac-ok.org.

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A look at what’s happening in the local music scene

High score Musician Chris Combs takes an original composition to Switzerland. by MATT CAUTHRON

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masterwork, drenched in both the anguish of loss and the exaltation of hopeful perseverance. “It’s definitely a special piece of music,” he says. “It felt like my dissertation — the result of everything I’ve learned from all the great Tulsa musicians I’ve played with and studied under over the years.” “Race Riot Suite” was met with near universal praise, receiving sparkling reviews from publications such as the Los Angeles Times and the Boston Globe. While the band toured the material in Europe the following summer, Swiss vocalist Andreas Schaerer (who also happened to be one of the organizers of the Jazzwerkstatt Bern Festival) heard it and immediately contacted Combs to convey his admiration for the suite and to offer a spot at the festival. Combs says he hopes to release the festival performance as an album, though he says that will depend on the quality of the recording. He’d also like to perform the piece in the U.S. sometime this year if the right venue comes along and he can round up the right musicians. When I asked whether JFJO may tackle the piece in the near future, he just smiled. “Jacob Fred has so much material. We have stuff just sitting around that we’ve never used,” he says. “I wouldn’t rule it out, but I’m more excited to continue the creation process.” Such is life for a musical mastermind: scale a mountain and go looking for the next one. Here’s hoping we can witness his next creation somewhere a tad more convenient than Switzerland. tþ Eric Dunn

don’t usually like to throw around the term “genius,” but it’s tough to conjure other superlatives that do proper justice to the work of guitarist, composer and allaround musical wizard Chris Combs. The Tulsa native has been a staple of the local music scene since he was a teenager. (I’ve heard veteran Tulsa musicians recount stories of the first time they saw “the prodigy” wail on a guitar.) He’s now steel guitarist for “red dirt jazz” outfit Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, among many other side projects, and has drawn accolades from around the world for his lively and inventive work as a composer. Recently, one of his compositions caught the ear of organizers of the Jazzwerkstatt Bern Festival in Bern, Switzerland, and they offered Combs the kind of opportunity most musicians couldn’t dream of, much less pull off. “Their basic offer was: Create an original piece, we’ll bring you out here, and you can choose any lineup,” Combs says. “Five violins, or 10 harps, or whatever weird combination of music you can imagine — anything you want to try writing for, we’ll find the musicians to play it.” Combs jumped at the chance, and set about composing a piece for 13 instruments, including steel guitar, drums, piano, bass and a horn section, as well as a string section, for which he’d never written. He spent months composing the 50-minute piece, sending charts and sheet music to his roster of Swiss musicians as he finished them. The mind-blowing part of it all is that he wrote the entire piece with-

Chris Combs, right, talks with trumpet player Steven Bernstein before a performance of Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey’s “Race Riot Suite” at the North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam, Netherlands, in July 2012. out ever hearing anyone play the music as he was writing it. “It just took a lot of imagination, I think, and a lot of pretending,” Combs says with a chuckle. “I don’t know. It’s mostly just imagination — and having some small amount of courage that it might work and it’s worth trying.” It was that same courage and imagination that fueled Combs’s first venture into long-form composition: JFJO’s “Race Riot Suite,” which Combs composed and arranged in its entirety. What began as a couple of disparate musical ideas inspired by research into the darkest hour of Tulsa’s history grew into a revelatory

APRIL’S BEST BETS FOR LIVE MUSIC 4/7 Sunday Concert, Guthrie Green Bask in the springtime air in downtown Tulsa at a free, all-ages show. Tulsa native Dwight Tilley, best known for a pair of top-20 hits in the ’80s, headlines the show joined by local rockers Vandevander and Fiawna Forté.

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Matt Cauthron is TulsaPeople’s online editor, a lover of live music and a true believer in the volcano of musical talent currently simmering in Tulsa. You may remember him from such defunct local rock bands as Scissortail, but almost certainly you do not.

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WORTH READING

News and notes on the local literary scene

Our ‘Kind of Kin’ APRIL BOOK EVENTS

by ANGIE JACKSON

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Rilla Askew Moorehouse, who makes you laugh. Moorehouse is the state senator, a carpetbagger, here in Oklahoma only to push her political career to national status. She wrote the antiimmigration bill with only her own future in mind. She dresses for success, with help from her hairdresser friend, and thinks of human contact primarily as a path to reach her political goals. “I and other Oklahoma writers try to understand and reveal the Oklahoma character, which at its core is decent with an insular presumption that others see things the same way we do,” Askew says. Askew writes about Oklahoma issues in her books — the Tulsa Race Riots, the Dust Bowl — but none of them has had the immediacy of “Kind of Kin.” “My novel presents no solution, but it puts a human face on the problem that has been neglected for so many years,” Askew says. She has experienced the problem of illegal immigration firsthand. Sev-

eral years ago her family member’s undocumented spouse was arrested for a traffic violation and deported. The New York Times writes, “Askew’s fourth novel is a study in the categories and contradictions that dissolve families, dissect communities and split nations.” For you and me, the story is more than a study. It reflects our real life. It’s the story of the guys doing street repairs, roofing our houses or serving our food, and often, becoming part of our family. They are kind of kin. “Kind of Kin” is an entertaining read by an award-winning, mature author who gets better with each book she writes. tþ

A reader and freelance writer, Angie Jackson has had a lifelong career doing both. After 16 years as book columnist for TulsaPeople, she lives and breathes the words of regional and visiting writers.

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Beth Terry, “Plastic Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can, Too,” 7 p.m., The University of Tulsa, 800 S. Tucker Drive, BookSmart Tulsa Ted Waddell

n her fourth novel released in January by Ecco/HarperCollins Publishers, Oklahoma author Rilla Askew puts human faces on the issue of illegal immigration. The characters in “Kind of Kin” are our kind of kin. You’ll recognize the family portrayed in her novel — from the patriarchal grandfather, Bob Brown, straight through to his grandson, Carl Albert (named for the Oklahoma congressman). The people who populate “Kind of Kin” live next door or, in this case, in southeast Oklahoma. (Askew lives there, too — near McAlester part of the year with her actor husband. They reside in the Catskills during the warmer months.) “Sweet” Georgia Brown, Bob’s daughter, is the story’s moral compass splotched with blemishes. Despite her flaws, she tries to do the right thing when her father is arrested for harboring illegal immigrants. Oklahoma’s 2007 Immigration Law is the inspiration for this novel. That law, among other stipulations such as e-verification, rules that anyone who shelters an illegal will be tried as a felon and sentenced to one year in prison. Sweet brings to bear all her strength to get her father out of jail and continue caring for her elderly step-grandfather-in-law, who is disabled — all while she is raising two young boys, coping with her unforgiving husband and worrying about her niece, who is married to an undocumented immigrant. Askew’s characters, who live in the small town of Cedar, drive the plot and will drive you mad. Each tells a side of the polarizing law and its impact. Sometimes the reader wants to scream at their hard-headedness, and then Askew inserts Monica

Margaret Atwood

4/3 “An Evening with Margaret Atwood,” 7 p.m., John H. Williams Theatre, Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 E. Second St., Tulsa Reads and the Oklahoma Center for Poets and Writers

Wade Rouse

4/17 “Hilarity at Harwelden: An Evening with Wade Rouse,” 7 p.m., Harwelden Mansion, 2210 S. Main St., Arts and Humanities Council of Tulsa and the Oklahoma Center for Poets and Writers

ENTERTAINMENT TO APPLAUD

Dylana Jenson

THE ATRE POPS

LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE NORA AND DELIA EPHRON’s intimate collection of stories is based on the bestselling book by Ilene Beckerman, along with recollections of the Ephron sisters’ friends. The play is organized as a series of monologues by female actors who use clothing and accessories and the memories they trigger to tell funny and often poignant stories that all women — and perhaps some men — can relate to. The off-Broadway production of Love, Loss and What I Wore won the 2010 Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatrical Experience and is still going strong. Kelli McCloud Schingen directs this local

production starring Carla Ford, Paula Scheider, Lorie Lyons, Tiffany Tusia, Annette Rosenhecht, Jennie Lynn and Danielle Balletto. April 4-6 at 8 p.m. April 7 at 2 p.m.

TULS A SYMPHONY

L I D D Y D O E N G E S T H E AT R E Tickets are $15; $10 for students and seniors. $7.50 “Ladies’ Night” tickets on April 4.

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TULS A TOWN HALL

NEW YORK TIMES business columnist and bestselling author James B. Stewart combines the skills of an investigative reporter with the style and sensibility of a novelist. Throughout his career, he has explored the use and abuse of power at the highest levels of business and government, from his Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal articles on the 1987 stock market crash to pieces about Enron and Tyco. His New York Times bestseller DisneyWar was named one of the best books of the year by Barron’s. Time magazine called Heart of a Soldier the best book about 9/11. Stewart’s other bestsellers include Blood Sport, Blind Eye and Den of Thieves, the definitive account of the 1980s insider trading scandals.

Sigrid Estrada

JAMES B. STEWART

His latest book, Tangled Webs: How False Statements Are Undermining America, is the topic of his Town Hall address. April 5 at 10:30 a.m. CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are sold by subscription; call 918-749-5965.

GUEST ARTIST Dylana Jenson was a child prodigy, taking up the violin before her third birthday and performing with the New York Philharmonic, among others, by age 13. Soon after winning a silver medal at the 1978 Tchaikovsky competition in Moscow at age 17, Jenson was lent a 1743 Guarneri del Gesu, which helped propel her to the top of the international music scene. But the precious violin was taken from her a few years later when she told her benefactor she was getting married. She eventually commissioned a similar violin and continued her career. Thirty years later, she is still married to David Lockington, guest conductor for this concert. On the program are Samuel Barber’s playful and lively “School for Scandal,” Shostakovich’s Violin Concerto No. 1, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. April 6 at 7:30 p.m. CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are $25-$70.

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PAC TRUST

WITH AN eclectic score ranging from birdsong to Vivaldi, “Botanica” is a dreamlike journey through the four seasons of the natural world. Costumes, projections, custom-made props and puppetry add an extra dose of fantasy to the elixir. Known internationally for presenting work of exceptional inventiveness and physical beauty, MOMIX is a company of dancer-illusionists under the direction of Moses Pendleton, a founding member of Pilobolus Dance Theater. In addition to stage performances worldwide, MOMIX has worked in film and television and has appeared in national commercials for Hanes and Target in recent years. With nothing more than light, shadow,

Max Pucciariello

MOMIX “BOTANICA”

props and the human body, MOMIX has astonished audiences on five continents for more than 30 years. April 7 at 7 p.m. CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are $15-$52.

SOUTH A SIAN PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION

GATHA ODISSI AND KRISHNA

TWENTY DANCERS in two renowned troupes from India come together in one rich and colorful dance program. The Orissa Dance Academy presents Gatha Odissi, performed in the Odissi style from eastern India and featuring principal dancer Aruna Mohanty. References to the Odissi

style have been found in historic caves dating back to the 2nd century B.C. Gatha Odissi traces the journey of the Odissi dance form from the temples to the stage. Sharing the program is Parvathy Menon and Shijith Nambiar’s Krishna: A Divine Experience, performed in the Bharatanatyam style of classical Indian dance from southern India. The piece demonstrates the energy of Indian music and explores the divinity of the Hindu deity Krishna. The program has been staged in many prestigious dance festivals around the world. April 7 at 4 p.m. J O H N H . W I L L I A M S T H E AT R E Tickets are $15 and $25, with a $5 discount until March 15.

PAC TRUST

ANGELINA BALLERINA: THE MUSICAL IN Angelina Ballerina: The Musical, Angelina and her friends, Alice, Gracie, AZ and Viki, and their teacher, Ms. Mimi, are all aflutter because a special guest is coming to visit Camembert Academy! Angelina and her friends will perform all types of dance, including hip-hop, modern dance, the Irish jig and, of course, ballet, and they are excited to show off their skills to their famous visitor. Angelina is the most excited of all, but will she get the starring moment she hopes for? Based on the animated series Angelina Ballerina: The Next Steps on PBS, Angelina Ballerina: The Musical is a family-friendly show that will have the entire audience dancing in the aisles. The show is appropriate for ages 3-12. April 12 at 7 p.m. April 13 at 11 a.m. J O H N H . W I L L I A M S T H E AT R E Tickets are $10.

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GRYPHON TRIO

John Beebe

HAVING impressed international audiences and the press with their highly refined, dynamic performances, the Gryphon Trio has firmly established itself as one of the world’s preeminent piano trios. With a repertoire that ranges from the traditional to the contemporary and from European classicism to modern-day multimedia, the Gryphons are committed to redefining chamber music for the 21st century. In this concert, the trio — cellist Roman Borys, pianist James Parker and violinist Annalee Patipatanakoon — will perform “Lonesome

Roads,” composed in 2012 by prize-winning 30-year-old Dan Visconti and commissioned specifically for the Gryphon and two other piano trios. Also on the program are Haydn’s Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27; Dvorák’s Piano Trio in E minor, “Dumky”; and Shostakovich’s Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. 67. April 14 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.

PAC TRUST

TULS A OPERA

FROM Annie to Phantom to Wicked, this fall-down-funny satirical roast of over 30 Broadway hits features outrageous costumes, madcap impressions by a stellar cast, and silly spoofs of the songs you know by heart. Forbidden Broadway was first performed at Palsson’s Supper Club on New York’s Upper West Side in 1982. An unemployed actor, Gerard Alessandrini, wanted a showcase for his talents, so he assembled some of the musical parodies of Broadway shows he had written since childhood into a nightclub act. Critics and audiences were wowed, and Forbidden Broadway became New York’s longest-running musical comedy revue. The show has won Tony, Drama Desk, Obie and Outer Critics Circle Awards.

REFERRED TO as the grandest of grand opera, Giuseppe Verdi’s Aïda has been one of the world’s bestloved and mostperformed operas ever since its 1871 premiere at the Khedivial Opera House in Cairo. In this story of love during wartime, an enslaved Ethiopian princess, Aïda, and Radamés, leader of the Egyptian army, long to be united forever. But someone else wants Radamés too: the daughter of the Pharaoh! Adrienne Danrich (pictured) performs the title role. Singers from the Tulsa Oratorio Chorus and dancers from Tulsa Ballet II join forces with Tulsa Opera for this spectacular production celebrating the 200th anniversary of Verdi’s birth. Aïda will be sung in Italian with English supertitles.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY

Carol Rosegg

AÏDA

April 19-20 at 7:30 p.m.

April 20, 26 at 7:30 p.m. April 28 at 2:30 p.m.

J O H N H . W I L L I A M S T H E AT R E Tickets are $35; $12 for students and seniors.

CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL Tickets are $54-$98.

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Commentary on Tulsa life by JEFF VAN HANKEN

Cinematic app-titude

World War I.

Russia. Supplies are scarce. There exists a new art form. Unlike painting or music, it is heavily dependent upon access to good technology and especially to one item in particular: film, long spools of it. After all, to make movies, you stage a play, you set up the camera, you roll, you print, you project. But what if long spools of film are impossible to find because supply channels have been severed? What if all film is only available as scraps, or “short ends”? Well, if you are an early adopter, you make do, that’s what. And if you are early Russian film theorist Lev Kuleshov, you study, you woodshed, you experiment (for further study, Google “Kuleshov experiment”). And this is what you learn: that early moviemakers did not need to worry audiences would get confused when two shots were spliced together. They wouldn’t suddenly freak out, pull out their hair and think, “Wait, there was a picture of a kid; now there’s a picture of a bottle of milk. What the heck’s going on here? Where are we?” Kuleshov discovered that no matter what images one puts on the screen, the audience will work to make a connection. The audience will, in a sense, write the story. Kuleshov showed his experiments to others, and one of his students, Sergei Eisenstein, would go on to make early experimental classics such as “Battleship Potemkin.” Many decades later, Alfred Hitchcock recreated the Kuleshov experiment (again, a Google search will find you some very funny footage), this time calling it “pure cinema.” Many decades after Hitchcock’s tutorial, the Internet came into common use, and a few years after that, smartphones became small and fast.

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A screenshot of the Kuleshov app, which makes short silent films

“But here we are, in the middle of America, 10,000 miles and 100 years away from the workrooms of one of the early film pioneers, and we’ve got a connection.” And then, there were apps. We have all likely, at some point, navigated using a maps app, or searched for restaurants with a food app, or catapulted a fat red bird at a house made of sticks. But even with the ubiquity of apps, it still stuns me that I am part of a tiny team in Tulsa that has recently cobbled together an app called “Kuleshov” (available for free, for now, at an app store near you). Maybe it’s ultimately a small thing, a footnote, maybe less than that. But here we are, in the middle of America, 10,000 miles and 100 years away from the workrooms of one of the early film pioneers, and we’ve got a connection. So, just what does the app do? Well, as one might expect, it lets you make a movie — extremely simply, without dialogue, just

by combining shots. What are its uses? The easy answer is little silent movies, of course. The harder answer is I’m not really sure. I don’t know. Maybe nothing. But in the same way that the man Kuleshov could not have envisioned what Eisenstein and Hitchcock would make of his simple experiments with film, it’s wonderful to think that the app, Kuleshov, further flattens the world of filmmaking, while also paying homage to one of its early practitioners. Weirdly, the same technology that makes the Kuleshov app possible seems, in recent years, to have almost made our society less cinematic. Emails and texts are pre-cinematic, almost exclusively literary, but with increased bandwidth and better networks that can make the production and distribution of images ever easier, perhaps we might begin again to experiment on a grand scale with visual communication. Will it be different? New? The same? I don’t know. I don’t know that anyone knows. What I do know is that the Kuleshov app is in its infancy. It’s buggy, and we’re constantly rethinking features (Sound? Music?) without wanting to overload it. And even given those limitations, with neither promotion nor notice of its birth (for the record, Kuleshov came quietly online Feb. 20), there were 69 downloads in the first two days. More than half were from France; seven from Belgium; two from Algeria; one each from Thailand and China. I’m struck by the notion that these few early adopters — who live oceans apart and speak many languages — can now use the Kuleshov app to communicate, tell stories, make movies — silent movies, for now — and shoot them instantly around the world. That’s Kuleshov. tþ

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