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October events

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Linde Oktoberfest is Oct. 17-20.

Tulsa Remote participant Adam Recvlohe

Aubergine, an eggplant dish, from Chamber Restaurant

Rejuvenating an art deco icon. Plenty of autumnal activities. The happy art of Talitha Jacobs. Black Wall Street Gallery kicks off a new series. Youth Services of Tulsa celebrates 50 years.

34 LEGENDS: CLAYTON VAUGHN Legendary news broadcaster, avid reader and man of inﬁnite curiosity. BY GAIL BANZET-ELLIS

36 EXEMPLARY TULSANS

51 TECHNICALLY TULSA

Six inductees to the Tulsa Hall of Fame. BY RACHEL WEAVER SMITH

How local programs, businesses and opportunities are drawing the tech-minded to town. BY ROBERT EVATT

39 THE DOWNTOWN SCOOP Fun things to try on your next trip. BY KAYLIE COTTEN AND MADELINE EWING

43 BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE Two developers have transformed downtown, re-energized legacy buildings and spurred other commercial opportunities. BY JULIE WENGER WATSON

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59 LIFESTYLE Tried-and-true trees for any space. A new downtown residence. One Tulsan’s solution to sweeter dreams. Three fall festivals in southeast Oklahoma. Connie Cronley talks books and baseball.

95 TABLE TALK Four places for top-shelf chili. A chat with a downtown brewmaster. Three new places to try. Oktoberfest at home. Traditional tastes for the Cherokee Art Market banquet.

SPECIAL SECTIONS 72 Care Card 78 Holiday Party, Venue and Catering Guide

OKTOBERFEST: GREG BOLLINGER; TECHNICALLY TULSA: VALERIE WEI-HAAS

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A conversation with the COO for the Tulsa Community Foundation and the executive director of Tulsa’s Gathering Place. Stava reflects on the first year of operations of Gathering Place that included major flooding. Stava discusses what’s to come in phase two of Gathering Place and reflects on his life and work in Tulsa.

I am Tulsa Watch Ashley Ledezma perform with her peers in the Edison Screamin’ Eagle Marching Band on TULSAPEOPLE.COM. READ THE STORY ON P. 16.

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The District 73 congresswoman gives an update on her district that includes downtown and north Tulsa. She also shares her thoughts on what’s happening at the state level. Having grown up on Greenwood Avenue, she discusses the importance of the area and what the future holds as we near the 100th commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre.

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all the sense in the world in 1993 for this to be a carpentry shop,” Scott says. “It doesn’t make much sense now.” He is currently redeveloping the building, for real — not into a performance space, but into something just as exciting. In January, the Brook restaurant will open its third location upstairs with a rooftop patio, Scott says. Another, yet-to-be-named restaurant will occupy part of the lower level with a courtyard patio to the east. Also coming to the street level is the Artery. In November, the gallery representing local and regional artists will move from its current location at 119 S. Detroit Ave. Two other retail spaces had not been fi lled at press time. Now you know what’s happening at Second and Cincinnati. One property, five prospective businesses. Like I said, it’s hard to keep up. TP

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It’s not just me. TulsaPeople Editor Anne Brockman and I have laughed about how often friends and spouses assume, because of our occupations, that we are “in the know” about everything Tulsa. We’re frequently asked in public settings about specifics on topics like downtown development: “What’s going in at Second and Cincinnati?” “How many hotels do we have downtown?” “How much do those new apartments rent for?” Of course, sometimes we know the answers because we’ve recently assigned or written an article, or we’ve researched it on our own. But I’ve gotten pretty good at saying, “You know, I’m not sure. I’ll have to look into that.” (Or to my husband, when I’m being sassy, “Let me Google that for you.”) The fact is, it’s hard to keep up with downtown development. A lot has changed, even in the past five years. Back in 2015, TulsaPeople asked three Tulsa architecture fi rms to redesign three downtown buildings in need of redevelopment. Though for imaginary projects, the renderings designers created were stunning, and conducting the interviews for that cover story was one of my personal highlights. The article birthed the now-famous “twister building,” KKT Architects’ proposed Oklahoma Weather Museum and Research Center at 202 S. Guthrie Ave. The idea took on a life of its own when the fictional rendering was picked up by media around the world. Another concept was KSQ Design’s redesign of the former Oklahoma Tire and Supply Co. (OTASCO) store at 201 E. Second St. Our cover image, the project was named Artist Repertory Tulsa, a hypothetical performance space with 30 units for artists to live and work. Jeff Scott is the longtime owner of the 15,000-square-foot, two-story OTASCO building in which the Williams Cos. refurbished its office furniture until this past March. “It made

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don’t know that I would say I have no fear of heights — maybe just a healthy awareness and a real respect for the ground,” says artist Alexander Tamahn, grinning beneath a hardhat, 125 feet above the streets of downtown. For the past year, Tamahn has been restoring the façade of one of Tulsa’s historic architectural gems, the 90-year-old Adams building near West Fourth Street and South Cheyenne Avenue. He uses everything from putty knives to sea sponges to

repair and re-sculpt the building’s decorative terra cotta features — an eclectic mix of art deco, neo-gothic, Italian renaissance and baroque architectural details. Although the project is somewhat of a departure from the mural work for which Tamahn is known, the view from the rooftop is spectacular. TP SEE P. 24 FOR MORE ON THIS BUILDING’S NEW LIFE.

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NBA invades Tulsa when the Decorate the sukkah (booth) and 8 TheOklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas 13 ﬁnd family-friendly activities and

1-Jan. 5

Mavericks collide at the BOK Center.

shopping at Temple Israel’s ShalomFest Sukkah Build and Lawn Party.

time for the 17-20 It’s“Chicken Dance,” the Learn how to grow low-maintenance succulents at the Tulsa Master Gardeners’ Lunch and Learn at Central Library. spoken word artist Shane 9 Canadian Koyczan stops by the Lorton

Performance Center, thanks to presenters ahha Tulsa and Ok, So Tulsa.

polka, a carnival and lots of Bavarian food and beer during Linde Oktoberfest at River West Festival Park.

Theatre Co. 18-20 American celebrates its 50th anniversary season with one of its ﬁrst productions, “What the Butler Saw,” at the Tulsa PAC. Repeats Oct. 24-26.

new independent 9-13 See works by Latino American, Native American, Oklahoma-based and student ﬁlmmakers at the ﬁfth annual Tulsa American Film Festival. Films are shown at multiple locations, including Circle Cinema.

Through Jan. 5 Gilcrease Museum presents awardwinning photographer Dorothea Lange’s “America,” her iconic black-and-white photos of the Great Depression. miss the last week of 1-6 Don’t Tulsa State Fair’s “11 Days of

Awesome” at Expo Square, with a midway, rides, demonstrations, exhibits, animals, food, live entertainment and a rodeo.

of spooks, ghosts 1-26 Beware and goblins lurking at the

Castle of Muskogee’s Halloween Festival, all in good fun for the whole family.

Music’s Wine, 3-5 OKJazzRoots and World Fete

brings jazz, reggae and folk music, ﬁne wines, a Latin food fair, performance art, family activities and more to Guthrie Green.

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Symphony presents classics 5 Tulsa by Rimsky-Korsakov and Mozart,

concluding with Debussy’s “Images,” at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. More than 80 breweries serve their best brewskies at McNellie’s Harvest Beer Festival inside the Tulsa Drillers concourse at ONEOK Field.

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Enjoy the cool fall weather with food, friends, family, ﬁre and live music at Turkey Mountain’s BASECAMP Camping and Music Festival. Tulsa welcomes 7 Booksmart Gina Perry, author of “The

Lost Boys,” a true Oklahoma story of what came to be known as the controversial 1954 Robbers Cave Experiment, at the IDL Ballroom, followed by a book signing.

The Tulsa Oilers bring on 20192020 hockey against Kansas City at the BOK Center. More games Oct. 12, 13, 19, 20, 22, 30 and 31.

your favorite local food trucks 12 Allconverge near Gathering Place’s Great Lawn for TRUCKtober: the Ultimate Food Truck Experience.

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Tulsa Roughnecks close their 19 The soccer season against Reno 1868 in a mid-afternoon clash at ONEOK Field.

The psychedelic music of late guitarist Jimi Hendrix comes alive with The Experience Hendrix Tour at The Joint stage of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. comedy rock duo 21 American Tenacious D hits the Tulsa Theater stage.

OKTOBERFEST: GREG BOLLINGER; DOROTHEA LANGE: ‘MIGRANT MOTHER,’ NIPOMO, CALIFORNIA, 1936. ALL WORKS IN THIS EXHIBITION ARE DRAWN FROM THE PRIVATE COLLECTION OF MICHAEL MATTIS AND JUDITH HOCHBERG. THE EXHIBITION HAS BEEN ORGANIZED BY ART2ART CIRCULATING EXHIBITIONS.

Singing and dancing felines of every size and color converge on the Tulsa PAC when Celebrity Attractions welcomes the return of long-running Broadway favorite “Cats.”

own mega-star 24 Oklahoma’s Carrie Underwood and her

“Cry Pretty Tour” return to the BOK Center with special guests Maddie and Tae and Runaway June.

ghouls and gila 26-31 Little monsters are invited to family-friendly trick-or-treating at Tulsa Zoo’s HallowZOOeen.

31-Nov. 3 the kids and a ﬂashlight, 25 Take basket or bag to O’Brien Park’s free Halloween Flashlight Candy Hunt.

Tulsa Ballet presents “Giselle,” the haunting ballet about dying for love, performed at the Tulsa PAC.

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Oklahoma 25-31 The Aquarium hosts

HallowMarine, an opportunity for trick-or-treating, plus face painting, a giant pirate ship, a bounce house and a play area.

Green Leaf Gala Beneﬁts Up With Trees. GREENLEAFGALA.ORG Stacked Deck Beneﬁts Resonance. RESONANCETULSA.ORG

of runners, local 26 Thousands to global, lace up their athletic shoes to participate in the 2019 Tulsa Federal Credit Union Tulsa Run.

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Pumpkin patches PUMPKIN TOWN

6060 S. Garnett Road. Pick-yourown pumpkins, pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin checkers, pumpkin bowling, corn and pumpkin cannon, and hay fort. $8.99, MondayThursday; $10.99, Friday-Sunday for fun pass, which includes most attractions. 918-605-0808, pumpkintownfarm.com

Sept. 21-Oct. 31 CARMICHAEL’S PUMPKIN PATCH

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17137 S. Mingo Road, Bixby. Pickyour-own pumpkins, cane maze,

2 Envision the Future Luncheon Beneﬁts NewView Oklahoma. NVOKLAHOMA.ORG 3 Wild Turkey Beneﬁts Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness. RIVERPARKS.ORG

Tulsa Opera opens its season with the classic sizzler “Carmen” at the Tulsa PAC. Sung in French with English transcriptions illuminated above the stage.

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dark maze, pony and camel rides, wagon rides and petting zoo. Free admission; $5, pony and camel rides; $2, wagon rides for children (free rides for parents); $2, cane maze. 918-366-4728

Oct. 1-30 SAND SPRINGS PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL

17516 W. Eighth St., Sand Springs. Pony rides, children’s hay maze, petting zoo, inﬂatable jump. Free admission; $5, pony rides; $8, children’s activity pass (excludes pony rides). 918-640-1869

Out of the Darkness Walk Benefits American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. AFSP.ORG / TULSA 6 Maple Ridge Garden Tour Benefits Maple Ridge Neighborhood. MAPLERIDGENEIGHBORS.WILDAPRICOT.ORG 7 25th anniversary Golf Tournament Benefits Happy Hands. HAPPYHANDS.ORG / GOLF Help Fore Hope Golf Tournament Benefits CREOKS Health Services. CREOKS.ORG Tulsa Hall of Fame Benefits Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. TULSAHISTORY.ORG 8 Pathways Lip Sync Battle Benefits Pathways Adult Learning Center. PATHWAYSOK .ORG / BATTLE 10 Cooking for a Cause Benefits Iron Gate. IRONGATETULSA.ORG

Moonstruck Benefits Clarehouse. CLAREHOUSE.ORG 12 Mystery at the Masquerade Benefits RISE (Restoring Identities after Sexual Exploitation). RISESHELTER.ORG 12-13 Brush Creek Bazaar Benefits Teen Challenge of Oklahoma. BRUSHCREEKBAZAAR.ORG 13 YST Homecoming Benefits Youth Services of Tulsa. YST.ORG 19 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Benefits American Cancer Society. CANCER.ORG 22 Trivia for a Cause Benefits Pause4Paws. PAUSE4 PAWSOK .ORG 24 Annual Awards Dinner Benefits Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice. OCCJOK .ORG Pink Ribbon Tulsa Benefits Oklahoma Project Woman. PINKRIBBONTULSA.ORG 25 Corks and Kegs Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. EVENTS.CFF.ORG / TULSACORKSANDKEGS 25-Nov. 3 Care Card Benefits Family and Children’s Services. CARECARDOK .COM 26 Medical Missions Banquet Benefits In His Image International. INHISIMAGE.ORG / INTERNATIONAL Walk to Defeat ALS Benefits ALS Association Oklahoma. WEB.ALSA.ORG 27 The Museum’s Gala Benefits Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art. JEWISHMUSEUMTULSA.ORG

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The grand opening of The Outsiders House Museum

Model Hauli Warrior Gray wears Leslie Deer’s dress, “Voices of our Ancestors.”

OCT. 12-13 — Cherokee Art Market 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sequoyah Convention Center inside Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa, 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa. $5; free, children 12 and under. cherokeeartmarket.com

Healing words Tulsa’s poetry and collaborative arts nonprofit, the MUSED.

Organization, is teaching local adolescents who require psychiatric care how to utilize the benefits of poetry. MUSED. ambassador Autumn Slaughter and counselor Valerie Howard Larson, both volunteers, have taught poetry workshops to more than 200 patients over the past two years. Patient studies found the workshops helped participants access their emotions more clearly, write their ideas with a unique and elevated vocabulary, and express their gifts with pride of ownership. These findings were recently published in the Journal of Poetry Therapy. “We know poetry can help patient’s rewrite and rethink some of their dramatic or traumatic narratives,” says Victoria McArtor, cofounder of MUSED. “Now we want to teach local mental health professionals how to use the same practices.” The MUSED. mental health team will present Oct. 4 at the 2019 Zarrow Mental Health Symposium, one of the premier behavioral health conferences in the United States. Find details about the Tulsa conference at zarrowsymposium.org. 14

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“People often ask, ‘Do you love the movie that much that you came all the way from Beverly Hills to Tulsa?’ ... I assure you it is [about more than loving a movie] because no movie is that great that I would take everything and walk away from it and just come here. I fell in love with the city. I fell in love with the people.” — “Danny Boy” O’Connor, executive director of The Outsiders House Museum, which opened Aug. 9 at 731 N. St. Louis Ave. Visits are by appointment only on Saturdays and Sundays; purchase tickets for “The Outsiders” bus tour and museum at theoutsidershouse.com.

ARTISTS INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN GREENWOOD ART PROJECT

MacArthur Fellow Rick Lowe, a nationally renowned artist, is working with Oklahoma artists to tell the story of the historic Greenwood District through eight temporary art installations. Through Nov. 1, artists can submit their proposals for the Greenwood Art Project, which will celebrate and commemorate the history and resilience of Black Wall Street. Visit at greenwoodartproject.org for more information.

Voices of Oklahoma “(J. Paul Getty) wouldn’t pay over $75 for a suit. Now Paul was one of the richest men in America and so when Paul came in it was my job to go over and pull the tags off the suits that he was looking at. And then, no matter what the price was, we would charge him $75. Paul Getty was doing a lot for Tulsa. He was supporting a lot of our community programs.” — William Vandever, manager of Vandevers Department Store at 16 E. Fifth St. Vandever died in 2010 at age 84. “Voices of Oklahoma” is an oral history project founded by John Erling in 2009. Visit voicesofoklahoma.com.

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“Native American culture has always been influencing fashion, whether it’s body art, jewelry or clothing,” says Muscogee apparel artist Leslie Deer. This month Deer will showcase her creations at Cherokee Art Market for the third year. Known for its bold color combinations and applique techniques, Deer’s clothing is made from natural fibers such as wool, silk and organic cotton whenever possible. Her print fabrics are polyester. Although the styles possess a modern feel, she says her work is heavily influenced by her Muscogee background and ancestors. Southeastern tribal motifs are incorporated and expressed throughout each item, most of which are dresses. “A lot of people have a misconception that all Native Americans wear buckskin dresses, and that’s not the case,” Deer says. “I’m taking my ancestral designs from the past and bringing them forward into the present day.” “Voices of our Ancestors,” a red dress with symbols representing the “Three Worlds” from Muscogee legends, will be among Deer’s pieces at the Market. In addition to showcasing her handiwork, Deer will speak at 2 p.m. both days about her native fashion. “I want my garments to make people feel empowered and like they are expressing themselves and their identification with, or support of, native culture and native arts,” Deer explains. “I’m hoping it communicates to a new generation.” — MADELINE EWING

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Edison High School students Ashley Ledezma and Cambell Wilson at marching band practice

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Three high-schoolers march and twirl despite hearing impairments. BY TIM LANDES

shley Ledezma is holding a flute and a roll of neon pink duct tape as she discusses formations and movements of the Edison High School marching band. “We form a shape and then do sets and movements that make one big show,” explains the senior. Using the pink tape on the football field helps her memorize the steps in practice. Unlike the rest of the band members, Ledezma deals with more challenges than simply memorizing notes and where to walk. She suddenly lost most of her hearing at age 5 during a lengthy battle with pneumonia. She picked up a flute in sixth grade as a way to fit in with her classmates. She couldn’t hear the high notes, but played them from memorization. Upon entering high school, she signed up for marching band. “Freshman year was a lot of ‘just keep going,’” says Ledezma, who also has vision impairments, including no peripheral vision. “I had to remind myself that the more experience I have, the easier it is.” The following year she got cochlear implants, which changed everything. “I was shocked,” she says. “I could hear all the high notes and other things I’d never heard before, like the AC and the humming from the lights. 16

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I was most excited to go outside. Finally I can hear the birds.” Ledezma isn’t the only student on the field who’s hard of hearing. Sophomore Cambell Wilson and junior Grace Meacham are members of the Screamin’ Eagles color guard. Her fi rst year, Wilson — who has congenital hearing loss — says she was frustrated because she was always a half-step behind. It’s a result of her brain taking a second longer to process sounds picked up by her hearing aids. Th is summer she, too, got cochlear implants and now finds herself twirling her flags and stepping in sync with the others. Wilson says she felt inspired and motivated by upperclassmen Ledezma and Meacham, and that made it all easier for her. “It was nice to know I wasn’t the only one doing it,” Wilson says. “We’re all in this together. When you’re a part of the band, it’s like we’re a big family and a support group for each other no matter what we’re going through.” TP

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Ashley Ledezma performs with her peers in the Edison High School marching band.

One year after Black Wall Street Gallery opened in its historic storefront, it will launch a new exhibit, the Healing Series, at a new location just down the street: 10 N. Greenwood Ave. Healing Series Artistic Director Ricco Wright says the gallery is in the midst of a signiﬁcant period of expansion and growth. “Artists around the nation want to be involved in what we’re doing,” he says. The gallery’s ﬁrst exhibit, the yearlong Conciliation Series, highlighted the separate and combined works of 12 pairs of black and white local artists. Over the next nine months, artists from across the country will share their perspectives on individual and collective healing in the Healing Series. Wright, its curator, says the series will feature six solo shows, two group shows, one pairing of a black artist with a white artist, openings every First Friday, and monthly artist talks, therapy sessions and “Speak Truth to Power” events. Titled “Art is Who I Am,” an exhibition of artist Jean Berry of Iowa City, Iowa, will kick off the series in October. When the Healing Series wraps June 30, 2020, Wright says it will be replaced with the six-month Unity Series, followed by the Love Series, powerfully culminating on May 31, 2021: the centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. “Tulsa is on the brink of becoming a premier city in this nation,” Wright says. “Healing takes place once we’ve acknowledged the past.” — MORGAN PHILLIPS

OCT. 4

Black Wall Street Gallery Grand Opening 6 p.m.-midnight. 10 N. Greenwood Ave. The launch of the Healing Series features the art of Jean Berry and live music from DJ Good Ground. blackwallstreetgallery.com

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Jean Berry, October’s featured artist for the Healing Series

You’re invited to the 2019 ARTworks Gallery Opening featuring Tulsa fiber artist Taylor Painter-Wolfe. The Holland Hall ARTworks program supports the school’s core belief that an appreciation for and

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experiences in the arts are essential. Each year during ARTworks, an acclaimed, professional artist

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is invited to exhibit on campus and spend a week as the artist-in-residence at Holland Hall. We invite you to join us as we celebrate the 2019 ARTworks artist, Taylor Painter-Wolfe. Taylor is a fiber artist from Tulsa who divides her time between creating and showing her work and teaching elementary art. She makes and dyes her own felted wool by hand, which she uses to design

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

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Ernie Fields Jr. has had an extensive career as a studio collaborator and occasionally as a solo musician. He dabbles with eclectic instruments, like the bagpipes, and in 2010 played the didgeridoo alongside “American Idol” runner-up Crystal Bowersox when they performed the Beatles’ “Come Together.”

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Performer returns home to play the music of his father. BY JULIE WENGER WATSON

usic rises above differences. That’s the experience of saxophonist and Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame inductee Ernie Fields Jr., whose late father, the bandleader and performer Ernie Fields Sr., was among the first to break the color barrier at Cain’s Ballroom. Fields Jr. will return to his hometown from Los Angeles this month to perform his father’s music with the Signature Symphony at Tulsa Community College. “The Golden Age of Greenwood” nods to a period when R&B, soul and funk music were sprouting right here in Tulsa. “We’ll be reproducing Dad’s music from the ’30s, ’40s and ’50s,” Fields Jr. says. “The styles are different, and the instrumentation is a little different. People will get to hear live what was done back in those days.” Fields Jr. is bringing some impressive guest performers, too. “I’m bringing in four musicians from Los Angeles, including Rickey Minor,” he says. An Emmy Award-winning producer, director and composer, bassist Minor was the musical director and bandleader for Jay Leno’s “The Tonight Show” and was the musical director for “American Idol.” A 1951 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, 85-year-old Fields Jr. spent more than a decade as the music contractor for “American Idol,”

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booking session musicians to play during the show and recording songs for it himself. He credits his father, who died in 1997, for teaching him the music business. Fields Sr. gained widespread recognition when his band’s arrangement of “In the Mood” reached Top 10 on the Billboard pop charts in 1959. He toured nationwide and recorded in Los Angeles and New York at a time when segregation was the norm. The Ernie Fields Orchestra, with the encouragement of Fields Sr.’s friend Bob Wills, was among the first black bands to play at Cain’s Ballroom. “It was about surviving and being able to perform and play and work in places he could make money,” Fields Jr. says. “Bob Wills and other white producers were instrumental in the growth of Daddy’s music, and Daddy hired white musicians back in the day. Music integrates.” TP OCT. 18-19 “THE GOLDEN AGE OF GREENWOOD”: SIGNATURE SYMPHONY AT TCC WITH ERNIE FIELDS JR. 7:30 p.m. VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education, 10300 E. 81st St. $36-$78; $26-$68, students. signaturesymphony.org

Five years ago, Roger Reeves wanted to fulﬁll a New Year’s resolution to “volunteer more.” His interests in the great outdoors, environmental stewardship and physical activity have proven to be a perfect ﬁt with Up With Trees. On Saturday mornings, you can probably spot Reeves planting or pruning trees around town, often with crews he coordinates as an UWT board member. “I have an incredible group of volunteers who call themselves Team Costas,” he says. (Its namesake and former team leader, Jim Costas, has been volunteering with Up With Trees for more than 30 years.) UWT works with the Tulsa Parks Department, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. “Some plantings are to meet these organizations’ needs,” Reeves says. “In other plantings, we use data from the city’s Urban Forest Master Plan to target priority planting areas to give the most return on investment, because they target storm water runoff, low tree coverage and poor air quality.” UWT’s Re-Green Program saw 10,000 trees planted after the 2007 ice storm, Reeves says. Since its establishment in 1976, UWT has planted 32,000 trees in Tulsa County. UWT waters the trees it plants for three years, and long-term care includes pruning, treatment for pests, mowing and weed eating. — JUDY LANGDON OCT. 4 GREEN LEAF GALA: PLANTING TULSA’S LEGACY 6 p.m. Mayo Hotel, 115 W. Fifth St. $200. Benefits Up With Trees. greenleafgala.org

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CONVERSATIONS To hear the entire interview with Corey Atchison, visit TulsaPeople.com/podcast.

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Corey Atchison’s life sentence was recently overturned. EXCERPTED FROM TIM LANDES’ INTERVIEW FOR TULSA TALKS: A TULSAPEOPLE PODCAST

Lane. Atchison never stopped professing his innocence, and earlier this year, his attorney, Joe Norwood, put forth enough evidence to prove it. On July 16, Tulsa County District Judge Sharon Holmes declared Atchison “actually innocent.” Now 48, Atchison is on the other side of prison walls for the first time in nearly three decades. TL: Twenty-eight years inside prisons across Oklahoma, and now you’re a free man. Do you still wake up some mornings and question whether this is all a dream? CA: Yeah … Everything is still so unbelievable. And it’s overwhelming. Sitting on the porch, watching TV ... just laying back on something besides steel or concrete is just so amazing. To be able to just walk on grass when you want to. The little bitty things ... to hear trains, to see cars, to be in a car. You know, I guess a person will never fully understand unless you’ve been through it. 20

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TL: You never lost hope, did you? CA: I always believed that someday I’d get out. … But there were a lot of days where I felt like, hey, when is it going to happen? What am I doing? … But, you know, I always try to stay positive. It’s kind of like when my mother told me, “Whenever you feel that you’re in a bad situation, or it’s unbearable for you, there’s somebody in a worse situation than you.” So you just have to push on, keep going and just live for the next day. (In prison) I’d get up and work out in the morning, take a shower and go to work in the kitchen and work all day, every day — to where I would even take my off days to work. … It was something that really helped me make it through. TL: Four years after you go in, your brother, Malcolm Scott, is found guilty of a different murder (of 19-year-old Karen Summers). He was wrongfully in prison from 1995-2016 (along with De’Marchoe Carpenter) … When he was found guilty, did you get word of that? CA: When they first arrested him, it was disturbing to me. It really hurt because that’s my little

brother and I always protected him. … He was getting done the same way I’d been done, so it was a double whammy. When they got their cases overturned in 2016 it made me feel so good … It kind of made me feel like my case was getting dismissed. … But then I thought back to whether they were going to let both of us out. But they put both of us in there falsely, so that’s only right. TL: So you come out, and you have a daughter who’s full grown. And you have a grandson. What’s it like being a grandpa? CA: It’s amazing to see. And it’s a blessing to be here, to be able to help him and show him what being a man is. And he’s motivation for me to be better and do better. (My daughter said), “Daddy, it’s like I fell in love with you all over again.” And, you know, I feel the same way because the more I’m around her, the more I want to be around her. … I don’t want to be anywhere else. I’ll visit somewhere else, but I need to be right here. You know, staying with them. TP

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t age 20, Tulsan Corey Atchison was convicted and sentenced to life in prison for the 1990 murder of James Warren

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SAFE HARBOR Youth Services of Tulsa celebrates 50 years of helping at-risk youth. BY BRIA BOLTON MOORE

ariah was 19 years old and living in her car when she connected with Youth Services of Tulsa. “There was someone at YST that saw potential in me; she believed in me,” Mariah says in a video celebrating her journey and the organization’s 50th anniversary. “Six months ago, I moved into my very own apartment, I bought a new car, and I have a new job at a bank, and I owe YST everything for that.” Mariah was one of 110 youth in 2018 to receive housing through YST’s Transitions Program, which helps 17- to 24-year-olds who are experiencing homelessness. “Started by a group of dedicated volunteers who established a ‘coffeehouse’ to support atrisk youth, YST has grown and evolved to meet the more complex needs of youth in our community over the past 50 years,” Executive Director David Grewe says. “YST works with youth 12-24 in four program areas: counseling, delinquency prevention, runaway homeless services and youth development.”

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Recently, YST expanded its substance abuse program and added an abstinence program for middle school students. Th is spring when the Tulsa Boys’ Home experienced flooding, YST welcomed 14 youth to the Adolescent Emergency Shelter for about a week. The shelter is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing beds, meals, showers and counseling to ages 12-18. YST Media Specialist Matthew Pate says as the organization looks to the future, he wants people to know how inclusive YST is. “Everybody has a place here,” he says. TP

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Youth Services of Tulsa Homecoming 3-8 p.m. Guthrie Green, 111 E. Reconciliation Way. The 50th anniversary celebration will include a grafﬁti artist, kids’ zone, food trucks, a youth art exhibit and live music from the Fabulous Mid Life Crisis Band. Free and open to the public. yst.org/50th-celebration

A lot has happened in Tulsa’s music scene over the past six years. That’s when local rockers Dustin Pittsley and Jesse Aycock were featured on the cover of TulsaPeople’s September 2013 “The Music Issue.” Instrumental in Tulsa’s ever-growing music scene, the two continue to perform as a duo, although they have toured separately. “This year Dustin and I have had a lot more opportunities to play together, and it’s been a damn good time all around,” Aycock says. “Our styles change and differ greatly, but no matter what they might morph into, it still works,” Pittsley says, adding the two have plans to make an album together. As to the local music scene, they see it thriving and are enthusiastic about Teresa Knox’s redevelopment of Church Studio. Says Pittsley, “I think it’s the ﬁrst step to having a solid industry here. I’ve seen so many people go out of town to record, me included, and there is no reason we can’t produce equal, if not better, results.” Aycock’s current gig is Wednesday nights with Beau Robinson and friends from 9 p.m.-midnight at the Mercury Lounge. Pittsley plays Soul City’s Sunday Blues Brunch with Dave White and Damon Daniel each week from 1-3 p.m. — JUDY LANGDON

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Mariah is a graduate of the Youth Services of Tulsa’s Transitions Program.

BIZ WHIZ Sue and Bill Robertson own Remwood Products, which manufactures Grandma’s Pure and Natural line of soaps.

Soap company enjoys sudsy success. BY STEPHEN HUNT

randmother knows best. And one titleholder, Sue Robertson, thought she could provide families with better soaps. It was part of a diversification plan at Tulsabased Remwood Products, which Robertson and her husband, Bill, purchased in 1994. The company already manufactured an outdoor window cleaner. In 2002, Grandma’s Pure and Natural line of soaps and detergents was born. One of those products was Grandma’s Lye Soap, a pure, all-natural soap without unnecessary chemicals or additives, which remains the company’s top seller. Grandma’s has since added other products like the Acne Bar, Goat’s Milk Beauty Bar and Don’t Bug Me Bar. Five Grandma’s products have received a 100% safe skin rating from Mayo Clinic Dermatology. “The first time we did a trade show with the lye soap, it took off like crazy,” says Bill Robertson, Remwood’s president. “We were amazed. People were calling us up and saying, ‘This is the first time in my life that I haven’t itched.’ It’s just so gratifying

ALBUM RELEASES

BY ETHAN VEENKER

BRAD JAMES BAND, “AT FELLOWSHIP HALL” Blues as a precursor to jazz forged a new space for storytelling and ennui, and rock laid the groundwork for the catchy guitar riffs that would come to deﬁne the genre. “At Fellowship Hall,” the 42-minute debut from the Brad James Band, dips into both traditions. Citing inspiration from the Grateful Dead and The Allman Brothers Band, “At Fellowship Hall” is packed with whining guitars, a warbly organ, plenty of piano breaks and no shortage of storytelling. Ranging from wistful to witty, James’ lyrics add to the blues tradition and help keep it kicking. 24

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to talk to people and hear how we’re helping them.” In June, Grandma’s participated in Wal-Mart’s 2019 Open Call, where entrepreneurs pitch their products to the retail giant. Grandma’s pitched its non-detergent laundry soap, currently the company’s fastest-growing product, and its pet soap, and now waits to see if the products land on Wal-Mart shelves. “We will hear from them at some point,” Robertson says. “We’re not sitting and waiting. We’re picking up other business all the time.” Grandma’s products are available online and in stores nationwide. Remwood’s growth has continued even after a 2017 tornado damaged its headquarters near East 46th Street and South Memorial Drive. Not even a brush with Mother Nature can detour Grandma’s Pure and Natural from fulfilling its mission, which includes donating four to six 1,400-pound pallets of soap each year to food banks and to those in need. “It’s not about the money anymore. It’s about helping people,” Robertson says. “It’s a pleasure to be able to help people.” TP

WESTON HORN AND THE HUSH, “VOL. II: DON’T GIVE UP” Embracing collaboration more than ever, the two halves of Weston Horn and the Hush play equal roles in the group’s animated sophomore release. The heat is immediate in the ﬁrst track, “Anna Lee,” and it lets up only rarely. The highs and lows of vocalist Weston Horn’s range are accentuated by the Hush’s bold and blaring four-piece horn section. In every track the rhythm section leads the charge alongside fuzzy guitar riffs that get the foot to tapping. At 48 minutes, the record is nothing short of a brasscoated, windows-down ride.

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ose Rock Development Partners is undertaking the renovation of the iconic Adams Building, 403 S. Cheyenne Ave., in Tulsa’s Arena District. Originally known as the Mincks Hotel, the luxury accommodations opened in 1928, just in time for the First International Petroleum Exhibition. The Adams, as it came to be called in 1935, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977 and has become one of the city’s most photographed structures. The hotel was converted to the Adams Office Tower in the early ’80s. Current plans call for creating 65 multi-family apartments with a firstfloor restaurant/retail space. A number of the units are already occupied. Meanwhile, Tulsa artist Alexander Tamahn continues his painstaking work to restore the building’s façade. “This has been an amazing learning experience, hanging on the side of the building and focusing on the work at hand while still enjoying the beautiful sights and sounds of the city landscape,” he says. “I really want to take in as much of this experience as possible.” Tamahn, a Fort Worth, Texas, native who grew up in Chicago before moving to Tulsa, is thankful for the chance to leave his mark on his adopted city. “It’s also opened up some insanely amazing doors,” he says. “I’m appreciative of all the things I’ve learned and the skillset I’ve added to my wheelhouse.” — JULIE WENGER WATSON

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HUES OF HAPPINESS Talitha B. Jacobs, a former art teacher, painted this happy pup, “Copper,” from a photo she saw of a co-worker’s dog. “My favorite part is watching people’s faces while they look at the painting,” Jacobs says. “It brings pure joy, and that’s what I want my art to convey.” Most of Jacobs’ pieces are realistic portraits — both human and animal — painted in bright, bold colors. “I like to paint animals and people as I see them,” she says. Using acrylic paint in her home studio works great for her busy lifestyle. “I love acrylic paint because it dries so quickly,” Jacobs says. “I am a mother of a 6-, 4- and 2-year-old and must paint very quickly. By the time I come back to a painting from changing a diaper or braiding a Barbie’s hair, the paint is already dry and ready for another layer.” “Copper” and about 15-20 of Jacobs’ other paintings will be featured at Utica Square’s Art in the Square from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 5. The free event at Utica Square, East 21st Street and South Utica Avenue, showcases work by more than 80 local artists. — SARA PLUMMER

Art for Healing: Works by Tulsa-area Veterans

Woolaroc Retrospective Exhibit and Sale

Who > What > Where > Signs of Tulsa

Ahha Tulsa and the Coffee Bunker invited Tulsa-area artists who served in or were honorably discharged from the military to participate in a juried exhibition of visual art. This exhibition highlights the creativity, resilience and personal stories of veterans and demonstrates the ways in which visual art can heal personal trauma.

Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve highlights eight nationally lauded artists, including Tony Angell, Clyde Aspevig, Logan Maxwell Hagege and Quang Ho. This is the latest installation in a series of national shows with which Woolaroc has enjoyed success since 2013. Two artist presentations, a cocktail reception and a silent bid are planned during the show’s opening weekend, Oct. 18-20.

This exhibit shows off some of Tulsa’s signs from the past. The displayed markers have labeled streets, businesses, buildings and events, and come in many shapes, sizes and materials. Visitors can revisit some popular signs from around the city as well as examine drawings and photographs of signs that disappeared long ago.

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Pint Night

“Lighting the Path of Hope” was the theme of the Aug. 29 McDazzle Fun Ball at the Cox Business Center. The event beneﬁtted Ronald McDonald House, a temporary home for families of critically ill or injured patients. Under a canopy of lights, 400 guests enjoyed food by chef Devin Levine, spirits, games, rafﬂes and dancing to live music performed by saxophonist Grady Nichols and vocalists Kelly Ford and Andy Chrisman. The evening highlight was a testimony and “thank you” from an RMH alumni family. Paula Marshall, Bama Cos., served as honorary chairwoman, with Kim and Dave Owens and Lucia and John O’Connor as event chairs. Floral arrangements and event planning were by TPC Studios.

On Aug. 8, 423 Backyard and Bar, a former Phillips Petroleum Co. gas station in the Kendall Whittier District, hosted a new fundraising event, “Pint Night: A Private Party Beneﬁting Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma.” Approximately 75 guests enjoyed live music by Will Gibson, light bites from Calaveras Mexican Grill and giveaways. Event planners included members of Girl Scouts’ fund development staff, Cassie Janssen, Bridget Harkin and Erin Fuller. GSEOK will use the funds raised to provide ﬁnancial assistance to underserved girls in Tulsa Public Schools’ 16 Title I schools and to support staff and community development troops.

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PINT NIGHT: KARI JO MARK/GSEOK; MCDAZZLE: BLOYED CREATIVE

1. Lucia O’Connor, McDazzle co-chair; Paula Marshall, honorary chairwoman; Jean Ann Hankins, RMHC executive director; and Kim Owens, McDazzle co-chair 2. The Bridges Family of Vinita. They are alumni of the Ronald McDonald House. 3. Charlene Fabian, RMHC development director, with John Patrick Lopez, COO of Lopez Foods 4. McDonald’s franchise owners Bob and Gayle Wagner, Jay and Shonda Wagner, and Maggie and Robert Wagner 5. Andy Chrisman, Kelly Ford and Grady Nichols entertain McDazzle guests.

1. GSEOK board member Teri Maun and guests Janice Podechan and Gina Caroll 2. Taylor Burke and GSEOK board member Rita Burke 3. Patrons Jenna and Susan Slattery 4. Custom Rustic Cuff bracelets and Garden Deva Girl Scout sculptures 5. GSEOK board member Stephanie Cameron, center, and the team from AAON

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Jeans and Jewels Gala Cain’s Ballroom was the site of the Aug. 9 Jeans and Jewels Gala, hosted by Tulsa State Fair Ringmasters. The event beneﬁtted the Tulsa State Fair Junior Livestock Auction and Scholarship Fund for 4H and Future Farmers of America members. A cocktail hour was followed by a steak dinner and dessert bar, all catered by PartyServe, and live and silent auctions. The 350 guests enjoyed a photo booth and dancing to live band Panhandle Dirt. Crooked Roots Designs designed the ﬂoral arrangements.

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1. Patrons Lane Halfmann and Jamie Baumgardner 2. Panhandle Dirt plays for the crowd. 3. Guests of table sponsor ONEOK: Donnie Krumsiek, Chelsea Duke, Terry Spencer, Ginger Spencer, Mary Ann Harrison, Ann Harrison, Laurie Woodruff and David McMullen 4. Bryce Waugh, Oklahoma Southwest Area vice president of FFA from Tipton, and Krista Carroll, Southeast Area vice president from Tishomingo

Salsa Festival

1. Jacob Sliger, second from left, won the jalapeño-eating contest. 2. Guests sample salsa in the Polynesian Reef. 3. Guest Lilia Long enjoys salsa in the sunshine. 4. Randy Stacy was the ﬁrst-place winner of the Hot and Mild salsa categories. 5. Shipley the Shark greets guests of all ages.

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The Oklahoma Aquarium’s inaugural Salsa Festival on Aug. 17 drew 550 guests. Attendees voted on their favorite salsa created by 25 professionals and amateurs in three categories: Mild, Hot and Anything Goes. Salsa contest winners received awards and behind-the-scenes tours of the aquarium, as well as “bragging rights.” Although most guests chowed down on chips and salsa, a select few participated in the one-minute jalapeño eating contest. The winner received a commemorative award and a six-month family membership to the Oklahoma Aquarium. Younger salsa fans enjoyed a bounce house, mini golf and a new state-of-the-art playground, all with a view of the Arkansas River.

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or 35 years, anchor Clayton Vaughn was a familiar face on KOTV Channel 6 news. Born in Kansas and raised in Cushing, Oklahoma, he moved to Tulsa in his early 20s and established a long-running career, first in radio and then TV. In 1999, he received the Heartland Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Lifetime Achievement Award and was inducted into the Oklahoma Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2001. He spent a total of two years in Los Angeles with KABC TV Channel 7. He also served as executive director of the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. Although it has been a few years since he sat behind the anchor desk, he remains widely respected within the Tulsa community. The 84-year-old is the father of four children and a grandfather to seven. Vaughn and wife Nancy, a local attorney, enjoy spending time with family, whether that involves traveling coast to coast for visits or hosting holidays in Tulsa. Fueled by curiosity in a wide array of interests, including Tulsa’s downtown art deco architecture, Vaughn’s love for learning and sharing new information is unwavering.

Born in Kansas and raised in Cushing, Oklahoma, Clayton Vaughn reported news for Green Country’s KOTV Channel 6 for 35 years.

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WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY? WHY? I went all the way through high school in Cushing. Then, in 1953, I went to OU. I dropped out after my sophomore year because I was doing poorly academically and my parents’ business in Cushing (a home appliance store and record shop) was failing, and I returned from school to help the family financially.

WHAT WAS ONE OF YOUR MOST DEFINING MOMENTS IN LIFE? I was working summers and vacations at the Cushing radio station, which had gone on the air when I was in high school. This guy (William Howard Payne) built a radio station, hired a couple of professional people, but also called the principal of the high school to ask if there might be a kid who would be interested in working part time at the station. He asked the speech teacher if she knew of anyone. I had taken speech, and she talked me into it. I ended up working at the station for a long time off and on until 1958. I wasn’t full time until the last year or two. That’s what got me into broadcasting. There was a time in this country when radio was not what it is now. Radio is niche broadcasting at this point. Before, it was a morning program and then somebody would host a program in the afternoon. Small-town radio in the ’50s would play anything it could lay its hands on to fill time, including government hand-out long-playing discs promoting things like military recruitment or National Park descriptions. The primary programming, however, was hosted by a person we would now call a disc jockey who would play recorded music (usually country) and do programs of local interest such as interviewing people who would come into the studio. But that all got taken over by a Top 40 format, which still exists today. That’s when rock ‘n’ roll came in — you played the Top 40 records. In Tulsa, KAKC played the Top 40, and the station had one opening for a news guy. That’s what they hired me for. As the news guy, I would do traffic reports where necessary, local news bulletins, a minute of sports at 20 minutes past the hour, a minute or two of headlines at 30 minutes past the hour and five minutes of news at 55 minutes past the hour where the DJ would begin another music block. I was at KAKC from ’58 to ’64. In ’64, the guy who was the anchor at KOTV Channel 6 (Jim Hartz) got a job offer to go to New York and work for NBC. He asked the manager at the station at the time if he could break his contract. The manager agreed but told the anchor he must find a replacement. We had been friends because we were in the same business, and he called me. WHAT AGE DO YOU FEEL RIGHT NOW AND WHY? I feel my actual age. You can’t feel anything else. The one thing I have realized is I’m occasionally surprised by becoming older. When I hit 75, it was like hitting a brick wall. My reaction to it was whoa, this is new, I’m going to have to get used to this. Now, I’m having to get used to being 84. One of these days it’s not going to be fun, but so far, it has been just fine. HOW WOULD YOUR FRIENDS DESCRIBE YOU? I don’t have any idea. The common sense answer about that is not to ask me but to ask my friends. If I were to describe myself, I would say that I have a lot of characteristics, but the one that probably defines

my character more than anything else is curiosity. I really am interested in how the world works. If I had it to do all over again, I might get into something like evolutionary biology or geology. I think I had a pretty good fit getting into journalism because every day you’re presented with this brand-new set of facts. From all of that stuff, some of which is related, some of which is not, you are supposed to say the most important part that you pass along to people listening to you or watching you on television. WHAT WOULD PEOPLE BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? The one that might be surprising is that I have lived my life, generally for the last 50 years, without much cultural knowledge. I never liked or understood rock music. I never saw an episode of “Leave it to Beaver,” “Friends,” or “Cheers.” My wife and I had to binge watch “Seinfeld” because we had never seen an original episode. It’s a wonderful program. IF YOU DIDN’T PAY ATTENTION TO POP CULTURE, WHAT WERE YOU FOCUSED ON? I give away books occasionally to people I have conversations with. They are books I think they might be interested in and that I’ve read. Right now, I’m reading a book on bones — what they do, how they’re formed, what osteoporosis is, how they work in connection with the rest of your body. I’m reading a book on how Winston Churchill escaped from being captured in the Boer War in 1910. I’m reading a book about the 10 restaurants that changed America’s culinary tastes. I’m especially interested in robotics, particularly now. You’ve got to understand robotics or you’re going to get left behind. IF YOU COULD WITNESS ANY EVENT OF THE PAST, PRESENT OR FUTURE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? There is a thing called a singularity — when machines will catch up with humans in terms of intelligence. One of the great regrets I guess I have is that I’m not going to be around for it. WHAT CONCERNS YOU TODAY? Globally, looking at the broadest picture, it would be climate change. This is an area that has the capacity to doom humankind. To see the United States and other countries take the position that it is not fact-based just appalls me. It cannot be denied. It has been politicized. Nationally, I’m concerned about the loss of media. There are no rural radio stations anymore. They are falling like flies because they can’t make money to stay on the air. Much worse than that are the newspapers. It’s a monetized digital world. A series of ghost papers like the Tulsa World is getting thinner, circulation is off and people are getting their news from, God help us, local television. TV news by its nature does not have the resources of traditional daily print journalism, that is, newspapers. There has been and remains some serious television journalism, almost exclusively on

news magazine programs such as “60 Minutes.” There is no real comparison between the news available from, for instance, the New York Times and CBS. They have vastly different products. It would be a tragedy almost beyond comprehension if America should lose most of its daily newspapers, and that’s where we seem to be headed. If you talk about media now in America, you can’t help but talk about two things that are terrifying. One of them is that people believe that just because a story is on somebody’s Facebook page, it is a believable thing. The other thing is that we have now politicized the American political media. At the state level, I’m concerned about education. HOW DO YOU MEASURE SUCCESS? Happiness. I’ve tried to figure out what I ought to be doing as a person for a long time, and I finally figured out years ago that the goal in life ought to be happy. Now, how you get there is another point, and I don’t care whether you get there by being charitable or just sitting back and not bothering anybody or helping some old lady cross the street. As long as you don’t hurt anybody, then what your goal ought to be is to enjoy yourself. WHAT IS A FAVORITE TULSA MEMORY? Oklahoma teachers went on strike for the first time in 1990, and they forced the legislature, with Gov. Henry Bellmon, to adopt the program in HB 1017 that fully funded the school system. It had never been done before. The teacher strike was unprecedented; it was probably illegal, but it worked. The next year, the Oklahoma Education Association gave one of its awards to me, and I was happy to receive it. (The OEA’s Marshall Gregory Awards recognize professional and high school student reporters and their medium platforms for excellence in coverage of education issues. Vaughn’s award was for commentary during the legislative battle over House Bill 1017, the Education Reform Act of 1990, which involved, among other things, Oklahoma’s first teacher strike.) WHAT DO YOU MISS THE MOST IN TULSA? 15th Street Grill. Great dinners, wonderful restaurant. WHAT IS THE CRAZIEST NEWS STORY YOU’VE EVER REPORTED? Crazy is one thing, but impressive is another. Impressive would have to be the TateLaBianca (Charles Manson family) trial case in 1970. I had just gone to Los Angeles as a weekend anchor, and one of the things I occasionally did was cover stories. I was assigned to do the opening days of the trial, and there was such a demand for seating by various television and radio stations and newspapers that the court, the judge, assigned seats for stations and newspapers out in the gallery. My seat for Channel 7 news was right next to the seat of an independent television station in LA that had sent one of its writers to cover the first days of the trial. That writer is now my wife, Nancy. TP TulsaPeople.com

E X EMPL A RY TU LSA NS BY RACHEL WEAVER SMITH

Six inductees to the Tulsa Hall of Fame Madeline Manning Mims Manning Mims mentors athletes, several of them runners, offering words of encouragement and sharing life experiences. After all, she knows what it is like to be a champion. Manning Mims won the Olympic gold medal and set an Olympic record in the 800-meter race at the 1968 Olympic Games, followed by a silver medal in the 1,600-meter relay in 1972. She was a member of the 1976 and 1980 Olympic teams, but her Olympic involvement did not end there. Now, she serves as a chaplain at the games, which she has been requested to do since 1988. She also is founder and president of the U.S. Council for Sports Chaplaincy. She holds a doctor of ministry degree. “I don’t want to just be known for just what I’ve accomplished and done,” Manning Mims says. “I want to be known for what I’m doing. That is, I’m passing the baton forward through the Council.” The USCSC assists athletes trained in pastoral care to be chaplains for major events, encouraging athletes to go back into the sport and serve on staff as chaplains. “We are looking at the development of Olympic chaplains who will be skilled at a graduate level to perform services to help empower and help athletes to produce at their highest levels,” Manning 36

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ne hundred and ninety-eight Tulsans. Some educators, some philanthropists, some artists. All leaders and visionaries who have left a profound mark on Tulsa. Now, six more will join these distinguished numbers and be inducted into the Tulsa Hall of Fame. Now in its 33rd year, the Tulsa Hall of Fame, the signature fundraising event of the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum, will honor Juley Roffers and Jim Langdon, Madeline Manning Mims, Joe Moran, Susan Neal and Jeff Stava. “Tulsa Hall of Fame members are selected based on their exemplary dedication to their professions, civic and philanthropic endeavors,” says Michelle Place, THSM executive director. “They are visionaries who have spent so much of their lives working for others. These inductees have made Tulsa a better community for all of us.”

Mimms says. “I realize as I get older I’m not going to be able to keep doing this, so I don’t want the vision and service to die with me.”

Joe Moran Moran remembers the defining moment that inspired him and his wife, Darcey, to give back to Tulsa. They were, as he describes it, blessed with two children given to them by extraordinary birth mothers through Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma. “I still remember the exact moment I held my daughter for the first time — it was life changing,” Moran says. “Our lives were changed more than we ever could have imagined. Because of the blessings we received, we wanted to be able to give back.” And so he has. Using his business background, Moran has transferred those skills to nonprofits, whether he has served on boards, created or co-chaired events or assisted with fundraising. One of his proudest endeavors is the corner of North Harvard Avenue and East Apache Street in north Tulsa. He purchased the property, and now nonprofits like Catholic Charities, Domestic Violence Intervention Services and LIFE Senior Services have made it a helping corner, serving more than 100,000 people a year, he says. “The biggest thing is that I have gotten so

much more out of it than I ever gave,” Moran says. “The people, the clients, the staff and other board members whom I got to meet along the way just enriched our lives tremendously. You just meet the most wonderful people when you take the walk.”

Susan Neal For Neal, loving Tulsa is as natural as loving her family. “My mother was exceptional at weaving the importance of family, Tulsa history, literature and civics into one cohesive story, and I wanted to be part of that story,” Neal says. She is part of Tulsa’s story, with more than 30 years of experience in management, government and community relations, with current leadership roles for the University of Tulsa, Gilcrease Museum and the Helmerich Center for American Research. Previously, Neal was elected to serve two terms on Tulsa’s City Council before serving on both Mayor Kathy Taylor’s and Mayor Dewey Bartlett’s management teams. The recognition from THSM reminds Neal of her parents, who taught her to be involved with her community, making it clear she was a part of something larger than herself, while also teaching her the responsibility of making her own contributions. “This recognition by the Historical Society

Jim Langdon, Jeff Stava, Juley Roffers, Joe Moran, Susan Neal and Madeline Manning Mims (inset)

means my parents were as wonderful as I thought they were, and that I have been fortunate enough to honor their many sacrifices to realize the aspirations they had for me,” Neal says.

Juley Roffers and Jim Langdon Navy blue wool suits weren’t the only things Roffers and Langdon had in common when they first met on a blind date in 1983. Alumni of the University of Oklahoma, Roffers, an Oklahoma City attorney, and Langdon, a manager with the Oklahoma Press Association (OPA), attended OPA’s annual dinner on their first date. After marrying and relocating to New York City, they moved to Tulsa in 1986, and Langdon immersed himself in his new vision, creating a publishing company with a city magazine. The first issue of TulsaPeople Magazine was published that November. Over time, the company grew from two full-time employees to now, 20. Roffers, a co-owner of Langdon Publishing, continued to practice law before joining the company about 20 years ago. Roffers and Langdon have served on many nonprofit boards and committees and have co-chaired multiple fundraising events. “One of the things I love about Tulsa is the

widespread spirit of generosity and the positive difference charitable giving makes in the lives of all, particularly those who are less fortunate through no real fault of their own,” Langdon says. “Tulsa is filled with everyday philanthropists whose giving spirit reflects a unique kindness toward humanity.” As for being inducted into the Hall of Fame, Roffers admits it is beyond her wildest imagination. “But, now that it’s happened,” she says, “I can’t think of any honor I would appreciate more — for me or Jim.” The couple recognize the role of TulsaPeople in their selection. “The magazine reflects the importance of doing and supporting things that make Tulsa a better place for all, and spotlights people whose varying leadership and work make a positive difference in our community,” Langdon says. “All of us who work at Langdon Publishing take pride in our work and that mission.”

Jeff Stava Stava has a long history of giving back. His parents, who were both active in the Tulsa community, taught him the value of community service. “Because of how I grew up, it’s a strong part of who I am,” Stava says. Now it is something he strives to instill in his two children, Will and Luke. Together, the family

volunteers at nonprofits like Youth Services of Tulsa, Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma and Up With Trees. Through his work with Tulsa Community Foundation and George Kaiser Family Foundation, Stava says he spends his time thinking about and working toward projects that give back to Tulsa — one of which has been Gathering Place. Stava was involved in the earliest stages through the opening of the park, and now he gets to witness it become a point of pride for Tulsans. Currently he is working on the park’s second construction phase. “To dedicate 10 years of your life to a project, there’s definitely joy,” he says, while reflecting on the park’s opening in 2018. “I was awash with a lot of emotions.” Stava has been involved with several community, civic and nonprofit boards, and he says that service gives him a strong sense of personal satisfaction. “I just love giving back to the community that has given our family so much.” TP Oct. 7 TULSA HALL OF FAME 5:30 p.m., reception; 6:30 p.m., dinner; 7:45 p.m., program. Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Sponsorships available. Beneﬁts Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. tulsahistory.org TulsaPeople.com

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Fun, active ways to spend your time downtown.

Ever wanted to get stuck in a room with family or friends for an hour with no way out but your wits? Visit THE ESCAPE TULSA and that dream will come true! 1448 S. Carson Ave. Board games, karaoke, food and more create a lively environment for Tulsans to play at SHUFFLES BOARD GAME CAFE. Tuesdays mean half-priced game passes and trivia night. 207 E. Archer St., Unit E Bowling is always a fun pastime. Grab a beer and a bowling ball and smash some pins at the retro-inspired DUST BOWL LANES AND LOUNGE. 211 S. Elgin Ave. Seeking a more radical kind of retro? Reconnect with your inner geek at the MAX RETROPUB, an arcade bar built on ’80s and ’90s nostalgia. Tuesday is free gameplay night, so see if you can get a high score. 114 S. Elgin Ave.

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ELGIN PARK, 325 E. Reconciliation Way Drop by after 5 p.m. for 50-cent chicken or cauliflower wings. T H U R S D AY S

ROPPONGI, 601 S. Boston Ave. Tulsa’s local ramen bar serves half-price ramen (except the steak and shrimp options) after 5 p.m. F R I D AY S

MIXCO, West Third Street and South Denver Avenue Indulge yourself at this speakeasy-style bar with a half-price Stepdad Burger after 9 p.m. (valid every night of the week).

Discover local art and see new exhibits every ﬁrst Friday of the month from 6-9 p.m. in galleries, studios, museums and pop-up displays in shops. TULSA ARTS DISTRICT, 1 E. RECONCILIATION WAY

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See the city center up close on one of these tours. Tulsa Foundation for Architecture Tour Tulsa is one good-looking city. Take a tour hosted by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, and explore Tulsa’s various styles of design throughout downtown. Tours are at 10 a.m. on the second Saturday of each month. tulsaarchitecture.org Tulsa Spirit Tours Let’s get spooky! Ages 16 and older can take a tour of downtown Tulsa’s historically haunted locations. There’s no better time than October. Join the signature Haunted Tulsa Bus Tour at 6:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month, plus Oct. 30-31. Tulsa Spirit Tours also offers a new walking tour in downtown Tulsa, “Ghosts, Girls and Gunslingers,” at 7 p.m. on Oct. 3, 17, 18, 29 and 30. For the

over 21 set, there’s the Haunted Pub Crawl on Oct. 5, 19 and 26. tulsaspirittour.com John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park Immerse yourself in history by taking a tour covering topics such as the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, African American migration, Native American migration, the historic Greenwood District and Black Wall Street. Tours can be scheduled at jhfcenter.org/ reconciliation-park. Tulsa Historical Society and Museum Explore Tulsa’s Central Business District and discover the history and architecture of historical buildings. See the interior of many buildings as well as detailed discussion of the exteriors and parts of the underground tunnel system. Tours are the last Friday of each month at 10 a.m. tulsahistory.org TulsaPeople.com

ALL-AGES LEARNING ahha Tulsa’s immersive art installations and hands-on workshops will ﬁll you with childlike wonder. On Halloween from 5-9 p.m., special activities are included with admission, like hands-on activities in THE STUDIO and a scavenger hunt through the building, including the immersive exhibition called THE EXPERIENCE. 101 E. Archer St. Photography by world-renowned photographer and ﬁlmmaker Larry Clark, as well as photos by actor and skateboarder Jason Lee, will be on display all month at Philbrook Downtown. 116 E. Reconciliation Way Visit the Art Deco Museum exhibit inside the historic Philcade building. 511 S. Boston Ave. The rotating displays are organized by Decopolis gift shop, 502 S. Boston Ave. The Tulsa Geoscience Center allows children and adults alike to spend some hands-on time with fossils, rocks, minerals and more. 610 S. Main St., Suite 200. By appointment only: tulsageosciencecenter.org

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Stay on Tulsa time New hotels keep popping up in downtown. 21 ½ Boutique Hotel is one of them. Twelve renovated rooms create a downtown getaway in the heart of the Tulsa Arts District. 21.5 Reconciliation Way. 21andahalftulsa.com

Want a free, easy and old-timey feel as you traverse downtown? Try the Tulsa Downtown Trolley on Friday and Saturday nights. The trolley is outside Magic City Books, every hour and half hour. At Sixth and Boston every ¼ hour, (example, 6:15) and ¾ hour (example, 6:45). Find the route at trolleymap.com.

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The lobby of the restored Tulsa Club hotel

Building for the Two developers have transformed downtown, re-energized legacy buildings and spurred other commercial opportunities. STORIES BY JULIE WENGER WATSON

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Attention to detail was key in the renovation and design of the Tulsa Club, including the ballroom.

Finding a niche Although Tulsa’s Ross Group was established in 1996, for most of its existence, the nature of its work has kept the company out of the public eye. Working across the U.S. for clients such as the Department of Defense, Ross Group has completed over $1 billion worth of contracts for the federal government alone. However, with its recent investments in local projects like the Tulsa Boxyard, a retail development at the intersection of East Th ird Street and South Frankfort Avenue, and the beautifully restored Tulsa Club at 115 E. Fifth St., Ross Group has contributed substantially to the revitalization of Tulsa’s downtown. “It was about five or six years ago when we really started as a developer, and you began to see the Ross Group blue fence panels,” says Matt Newman, vice president of development for Ross Group. “No one really knew who we were or where we’d been, but we were a very large construction company, just with a client you really didn’t have to advertise for — that is, the federal government.” Six or seven years ago, Newman says, the company started to look at other opportunities to directly integrate within the company. Today it is a development, engineering and construction company with offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Dallas and Houston. 44

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Members of the Ross Group development team that worked on the Tulsa Club project: Matt Newman, Spencer Westfall, Kevin Symcox, David Friedland and Warren Ross.

“It’s the old adage that it took 25 years to be an overnight success,” laughs Warren Ross, the company’s president, about the Ross Group’s increased local presence. The company’s roots go back to 1979 when Jesse Ross founded J. Ross Acoustics and Drywall, a small contracting company specializing in carpentry and interior finishes. After graduating from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied mechanical engineering with a minor in urban planning and policy, Warren Ross returned to Tulsa, joining his father in the business and incorporating the Ross Group Construction Corp. in 1996. A graduate of Tulsa’s Bishop Kelley High School, Ross learned the construction business from his father while growing up in Catoosa. He recalls helping his dad estimate jobs at the family’s kitchen table during high school, as well as plenty of hours doing demolition and pushing brooms on construction sites. “My father was a proud union carpenter, and my family, even back to my grandfather were builders,” Ross says. “I think I naturally had that building gene in me.” Although the government contracts served it well for decades, the Ross Group began to transition into more private, commercial construction endeavors as federal budgets began to shrink. “We also are passionate about serving our local communities by redeveloping areas/build-

ings not in use and bringing them back to life,” Newman says. The company saw the opportunity to diversify its business by applying the experience gained through its previous work to the niche market of renovating older buildings. One of its fi rst projects was transforming the former International Harvester Building, at 510 E. Second St., into the Ross Group headquarters. “That proved to the private, commercial world and the local Tulsa development community and construction community that we can take this expertise and knowledge we gained over the past 30 plus years on the federal government side and apply that to the construction projects on the private market, with ourselves as proof of concept,” Newman explains. According to Ross, the company’s years of work for the Department of Defense taught them a lot about job safety, and because many military bases include historical buildings, Ross Group also gained significant skills in the area of historic rehabs, including the knowledge needed to navigate the regulatory labyrinth that goes along with that. “We recognize that we are really good at bureaucracy,” Ross says with a grin. Ross also is proud the company just surpassed 10 years without a lost time incident. That specialized knowledge and skill set translated well when the company began to

renovate some of downtown Tulsa’s oldest buildings, including the iconic Tulsa Club. Th is elegant art deco landmark was originally built in 1927. With its grand ballroom, Turkish baths, Italian stonework and flashy design, it was emblematic of the oil-boom culture. The building changed hands multiple times in the ’90s, falling into disrepair and surviving three different fi res. Ross Group bought the property in 2015, and in April of this year, the doors opened once again on this 11-story, 96-room, restored hotel. Ross Group still owns the Tulsa Club as a partnership with Promise Hotels. “The Tulsa Club building really resonates and speaks to me personally and to our company. We like to hang our hat on it — the time it took for us to put that together and really bring back a classic monument to the city of Tulsa and the history of Tulsa,” Newman says. “(It has been rewarding) just seeing the community welcome that building back and seeing people walk through and really enjoy the space, knowing what it took for us to bring that building to life.” The hotel itself is highly focused on preserving and celebrating the building’s unique history. General Manager Chad Hovarth says the lobbylevel bar, Commerce, and the hotel’s restaurant, Chamber, pay homage to the early partnership between the original Tulsa Club and the Chamber of Commerce. (See more about this on p. 98.) “My favorite thing is when I give tours to people that spent their childhood coming to this building,” Hovarth says. “They have so many amazing stories about the past of this building. It has even brought some people to tears because they are just so excited with what has been done to this building. “I’ve heard about the past VIP lounges, weddings, boxing matches in the ballroom, birthdays, and even heard stories about the staff having wheelchair races in the ballroom. There is just so much history to this building, and that is what makes it special.” Looking forward, Hovarth says they have an opportunity to create truly unique programming at the hotel. Plans are in the works for events like rooftop yoga, wine dinners, a New Year’s Eve party, Breakfast with Santa, Scotch and cigar events, and more. “The Tulsa Club was always the place to be in the past; now our goal is to make it the place to be seen today,” Hovarth says. He has kudos for the Ross Group, too. “They have looked for perfection in every detail of the building,” he says. “Keeping the careful balance of restoring a building to be truly historic, but bringing it up to speed with all the modern technology that a hotel has to have nowadays.” Although the bulk of the Ross Group’s projects have been its own, the company also has undertaken a number of jobs as third-party general construction work. One of the more prominent of those is the new, six-story corporate headquarters for VAST Bank underway at 110 N. Elgin Ave. The 107,000-square-foot building is scheduled for completion in December. One of Ross Group’s newest ventures is Carpathia, a joint endeavor with local Nelson+Stowe Development, centering in and around Oklahoma. One of Carpathia’s projects, the Midland, is comprised of the four buildings on East Fourth Street and South Kenosha Avenue that were part of the Nordam campus. “We are developing that into creative office space, and we plan to open it in the second quarter of 2020,” Newman says. Ross Group purchased the property from Brickhugger, which still owns the majority of the former Nordam property. Carpathia’s team also is looking at projects in Colorado Springs and Las Vegas. “But the principals with Carpathia, Ross Group and Nelson+ Stowe have developed great relationships and are Tulsans, so you’ll still see plenty of new creative projects coming out of Tulsa in the years to come,” Newman adds. According to Warren Ross, the business plans to continue its investment in the city’s urban center. He is enthusiastic about Tulsa’s future and the opportunity to help shape it. “We’re hopeful that sometime in the next 15 to 20 years we’ll see some really exciting products of our efforts,” Ross says. “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished, but I’m acknowledging that we’re really at the beginning stages of what Tulsa could be. I’m excited about seeing that come to a successful fruition.”

Nick Doctor, the City’s chief of community development and policy, and Brian Kurtz, executive director of the Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council. Steps are being taken to implement a Tax Increment Finance district for the Arena District, in addition to public improvements included in Improve Our Tulsa II — two key initial steps recommended by the Arena District Master Plan, and foundational components for the larger, transformational projects like a convention center hotel.

ARENA DISTRICT Anchored by the BOK Center and the Cox Business Center, the Arena District occupies a 30-block area on the western edge of downtown. However, while development in the Blue Dome District to the east and the Tulsa Arts District to the north has created thriving neighborhoods with a robust mix of entertainment, business and residential properties, this distinctive wedge of downtown hasn’t quite reached its potential. The Arena District Master Plan, a collaborative project launched in February 2018 with members of the City of Tulsa’s staff, representatives from the community and a consulting team, is working to create a guide to integrate, develop and revitalize this district. “What we haven’t seen, despite that level of success for those anchoring institutions, is that spurring of additional development happening around them and the creation of a larger neighboring community,” explains Nick Doctor, the City’s chief of community development and policy. The “surge populations” served by these facilities (large numbers of people coming in for specific events, then leaving immediately after), the “legacy institutions” (older buildings whose historical use no longer aligns with area development goals) and the neighborhood’s lack of walkability are some of the challenges the district faces, according to Doctor. “A big part of what the Arena District Plan calls for is making this a vibrant 18-hour neighborhood with multiple uses,” he says. “Part of that is having increased residential density in downtown. How can we make downtown a place that is accessible to everyone from a residential perspective, and how do we start aligning our incentives around that, as well?” In the broad picture, the Plan looks at ways to connect the Arena District to other entertainment areas. Other goals include building brand identity for this particular part of town and improving the streetscaping and signage to make it more welcoming to visitors and residents alike. “One of the first priorities in the Plan for Denver Avenue would include streetscaping,” says Brian Kurtz, executive director of the Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council. “Denver is a major spine in the Arena District, and it’s also one of the main connecting points between downtown and the riverfront and on to the Gathering Place.” Both Kurtz and Doctor emphasize the intentionality of the plan, from engaging the community and developers in the process to creating a document that is immediately actionable. “One of the key benefits is how much of the Arena District right now is owned by the public sector — whether it’s local, county or federal — and how that helps control the destiny of some of these projects,” Kurtz notes. “Very specifically, the Plan calls for a convention center hotel and identifies the existing site of the municipal court building as the desired location. The fact that’s controlled by the City really helps move the process along.” More information about the Arena District Master Plan can be found at cityoftulsa.org. TulsaPeople.com

When Brickhugger ﬁrst purchased the Mayo Hotel in 2001, the structure was dilapidated and abandoned. Over the next nine years, the company devised a plan and executed a $49 million renovation that welcomed back one of Tulsa’s grandest spaces. The Mayo Hotel ofﬁcially opened in December 2009.

John and Tori Snyder with daugthers Shelby Hendrick and Macy Snyder-Amatucci

The family business For sisters Macy Snyder-Amatucci and Shelby (Snyder) Hendrick, the Mayo Hotel in downtown Tulsa is much more than a business investment. It’s home to countless family memories. Snyder-Amatucci was a high school senior and Hendrick was in middle school in 2001 when their parents, John and Tori Snyder, purchased what was then an abandoned, dilapidated building at 115 W. Fifth St. With no intention beyond saving an historical structure from demolition, the Snyders never anticipated their decision would grow into a family business. Eighteen years later, Brickhugger LLC owns and operates numerous properties in downtown Tulsa, as well as Pawhuska and Lubbock, Texas. For Snyder-Amatucci, Hendrick and their parents, restoring and managing historic buildings is both a passion and a full-time job. “Downtown Tulsa was dead. It was probably the riskiest investment you could make,” Snyder-Amatucci says of her family’s purchase of the Mayo. “The second we purchased the property, we had a lot of expenses associated with it. It was a dilapidated building getting ready to be torn down.” The building was purchased for $1. It was $250,000 for the parking lot behind it. “The plan was just to keep it from being torn down, and then figure out how to pay the loan every month,” Hendrick says. The women credit their father’s love of history and his background in construction, along with their mother’s legal expertise, as the necessary catalysts to bring the hotel back to life and turn that initial project into the business it is today. They began by creating and renting out covered parking in the basement and did some work to eventually allow weddings and other events in the lobby of the old hotel. Meanwhile, the rest of the building was in ruins and empty. After the passage of Vision 2025, funds became available to encourage developers to invest in downtown housing. Snyder-Amatucci says Brickhugger was awarded $4.9 million, which piqued the family’s interest in developing apartments in the building. Soon, the announcement of the BOK Center’s location cemented the idea to complete the hotel and add housing.

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They closed the hotel in 2007 to complete the major renovations, with popstar Britney Spears as the fi rst guest on Sept. 15, 2009. The Mayo officially opened December 2009. Today, the Mayo is an upscale hotel that boasts a rooftop bar with an incredible view of the Tulsa skyline, a beautifully refurbished ballroom, meeting spaces, coffee shop and restaurant. It’s also home to 76 luxury apartments. Snyder-Amatucci is president of Mayo Hotel and Lofts Hospitality, the family’s hotel management arm, and RTGS Broadway Development, which does historic development. Much of her time is spent overseeing the Snyders’ hotel operations, which also include the Aloft Tulsa Downtown Hotel and their family’s latest venture: the Frontier Hotel Pawhuska, located in the triangle building just across the street from Ree Drummond’s booming Pioneer Woman Mercantile. Snyder-Amatucci says the fact both the Mayo and the Frontier Hotel are independent of any national hotel chain affi liation gives them the ability to brand the businesses in a unique way. “The Mayo Hotel is the only luxury boutique hotel operation in Tulsa, because we are not affi liated with any hotel brand. With that said, we have the ability to constantly be changing as Tulsa changes and continue to offer a unique historic Tulsa experience,” she says. “We are the one and only Mayo Hotel; you won’t find our lobby, ballroom or hotel rooms anywhere else.” Hendrick agrees. “It also allows us to keep it local. We use local vendors. Often with franchise agreements you’re required to use all of these different out-of-state, or even overseas, vendors. “We want to spend all of our money locally because the majority of our business is with local Tulsans having their events here or bringing their corporate clients here. It’s really important for us to not have any rules or regulations about having to buy outside Oklahoma. We want to buy local.” That desire to keep it local extends to the development side as well, including Tulsa real estate agents, architects and construction companies on all of their projects. “Tulsa is such a specific market,” Hendrick says. “People don’t really understand that. It’s unique and progressive. Tulsa is its own thing.” Although Snyder-Amatucci’s primary focus is the hotels, Hendrick works mostly on the residential property and development side of the business, including the Mayo apartments, the Vandever Lofts with their 40 units, and the Y Lofts on the corner of West Sixth Street and South Denver Avenue — 79 affordable living spaces created out of the repurposed downtown YMCA. Ongoing projects in Lubbock include the Courthouse Lofts, 25 apartments and office space housed in the former Federal Courthouse building; a 10-acre development with industrial warehouse properties at the edge of downtown; and plans for 50 apartments in the former County Jail. The Snyders see Lubbock as an untapped market of historic properties with opportunities for renovation, along with a 25% state tax credit.

Mayo Place is the home of the Mayo Moto Museum, a passion project of John Snyder, formerly a competitive motocross racer who now races vintage bikes.

“Right now, Mayo Place is our next, big project,” says Snyder-Amatucci of a multi-use planned development on the grounds of the former Nordam headquarters at 525 E. Sixth St. According to Hendrick, Mayo Place will combine residential, restaurant and retail developments. “It will be like a neighborhood. It’s secure. It’s its own entity,” Hendrick explains. “But it also operates off of the East Village connection and all of the other great developments others have done.” Mayo Place also is home to the Mayo Moto Museum, a passion project for their father, John Snyder, who was a competitive motocross racer growing up and who has returned to racing vintage bikes in the past few years. The museum is a collection of over 200 motorcycles and plenty of gear and memorabilia — a bike lover’s paradise. Th is June, Snyder created a festival called the Mayo Moto Street Classic, collaborating with California custom cycle company Roland Sands Design to bring Super Hooligan motorcycle racing to Mayo Place. The event attracted 3,500 fans to town for a day of professional and amateur motorcycle racing, art and music. Plans are underway for the 2020 event. Working in a family business presents challenges, as well as rewards. “It’s nonstop,” Hendrick says. “We talk business at the dinner table. It’s very hard to turn off, and for our business, it’s not always good to turn it off. We really don’t ever fully turn it off because we are a business that always needs attention.” Snyder-Amatucci concurs. “Our business, whether it’s the hotel side or the apartment side, is 24/7. If we have mechanical emergencies that happen overnight, we have to deal with them, or we have employee-related things going on during a weekend.” In many ways, Hendrick believes their experience exemplifies the “American Dream.”

“You start out, and it’s a huge risk,” she says. “I think a lot of people never take a risk like this in their lives, and for us, every single risk hasn’t been an immediate reward. It has been a ton of hard work and time. “We were born in Texas, but we all grew up here. We didn’t have this handed to us. We didn’t grow up with the benefit of just being able to invest in things. We worked hard for every single thing we had, and so did our parents. Now we can look at the things we developed and owned and managed and what we have in the future to develop, and it all came from hard work.” John and Tori Snyder continue to be involved in all the family businesses, and the sisters have a great appreciation for their parents’ contributions. “My mom raised all three of us, and then she went back to law school (at the University of Tulsa). She was a Texas A&M business graduate,” Hendrick says. “When you think about everybody’s talents in the family, she gave us the idea that it’s never too late to do anything, and invest in your home place. With her, we have all of the legal knowledge and her experience. She is really knowledgeable about tax credits and those legal aspects. It’s super complicated. Our dad has the construction background, and he has the vision. It’s really the perfect combination of the yin to the yang.” It’s that shared vision and a shared love for the city that ties this family together. “We grew up in Tulsa. We all live here,” Hendrick says. “Our siblings and our family are here. Our kids are here, and we want them to grow up here. We’re heavily invested in Tulsa. We’re building this for the future. You always want your kids to have it better than you did, and I think we want to leave Tulsa better than we found it.” TP TulsaPeople.com

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2 Ambassador Hotel Tulsa, 1324 S. Main • 918-587-8200 • ambassadortulsa.com

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3 Arvest Bank, 502 S. Main • 918-631-1000 • arvest.com 4 bART Center for Music, 610 S. Main St., #300 • 918-794-0330 • thebart.org

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5 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, 1400 S. Boston Ave. • 918-551-3500

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6 Davenport Lofts, 405 N. Main • 918-986-5638 • davenportlofts.com 7 Davenport Lofts Experience Center, 216 N. Main • 918-986-5638 • davenportlofts.com

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8 Dilly Diner, 402 E. 2nd St. • 918-814-3317 • dillydiner.com

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9 Dust Bowl, 211 S. Elgin Ave. • 918-991-5648 • dustbowllounge.com 10 El Guapo’s, 332 E. 1st St. • 918-406-9317 • elguaposcantina.com

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1 624 Boston Events, 624 S. Boston Ave. • 918-561-6394 • 624bostonevents.com

12 Elote Café and Catering, 514 S. Boston Ave. • 918-582-1403 • elotetulsa.com 13 Fassler Hall, 304 S. Elgin St. • 918-521-4111 • fasslerhall.com 14 fROOT Bowls, 6 W. 4th St. • 918-576-6117 • frootbowls.com 15 Haven Interiors, 1007 S Main St., Unit A • 918-798-1642 • haven-design.com 16 Hotel Indigo, Prospect Local Bar & Kitchen, Roof Sixty-Six

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17 Ida Red General Store, 208 N. Main St. • 918-398-6700 • idaredgeneralstore.com 18 J.D. Young, 116 W. 3rd St. • 918-582-9955 • JDYoung.com 19 Jim Blankenship Quality Collision & Repair, 1216 S. Detroit Ave. • 918-587-4356 20 Juniper, 324 E. 3rd St. • 918-794-1090 • junipertulsa.com 21 Laffa Medi-Eastern Restaurant & Bar, 111 N. Main St. • 918-728-3147

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22 Magic City Books, 221 E. Archer St. • 918-602-4452 • magiccitybooks.com 23 Mazzio’s Italian Eatery, 421 E. 11th St., Ste. B • 918-664-4444 • mazzios.com 24 McNellie’s Downtown, 409 E. 1st St. • 918-519-3572 • mcnellies.com 25 MixCo, W. 3rd St. & S. Denver Ave. • 918-932-8571 • mixcotulsa.com 26 Oklahoma Joe’s, 25 W. 5th St. • 918-960-2017 • okjoes.com 27 Oklahoma State University Tulsa, 700 N. Greenwood Ave. • 918-594-8000

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28 Osage Casino, 951 W. 36th St. N. • 877-246-8777 • osagecasino.com 29 Philbrook Downtown, 116 E. Reconciliation Way • 918-749-7941 • philbrook.org 30 PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse, 111 N. Main St. • 918-794-7700 • prhymetulsa.com 31 PSO, 212 E. 6th St. • 918-599-2052 • psoklahoma.com 32 Rib Crib, 302 E. 1st St. • 918-938-7090 • ribcrib.com 33 Roppongi, 601 S. Boston Ave. • 918-221-0818 • roppongitulsa.com 34 The Tavern, 201 N. Main St. • 918-949-9801 • taverntulsa.com

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35 Tavolo, 427 S. Boston Ave. • 918-949-4498 • tavolotulsa.com 36 The Tulsa Club Hotel, 115 E. 5th St. • 918-582-5722 • tulsaclub.com 37 The Vault, 620 S. Cincinnati Ave. • 918-948-6761 • vaulttulsa.com 38 Yokozuna, 309 E. 2nd St. • 918-706-7608 • yokozunasushi.com

Doug Stuart and Bob Stuart, Jr. are grandsons of business founder Joe Young.

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PROUDLY OUR ROOTS & FUTURE… “It’s hard for us to believe that nearly 70 years have passed since Joe Young first opened the doors of JD Young in Tulsa,” says Bob Stuart, CEO, and co-owner Doug Stuart. “Who could have known over 60 years later that his vision of serving Oklahoma’s business community would still be alive and thriving as it is today.” Today, JD Young succeeds by adapting and evolving with the times, and staying on top of the ever-changing document management industry and needs of clients. “Companies all over the state contact us for direction and ideas on how to be more efficient in their workflow practices,” says Stuart. “We are skilled at offering the best products and services to our customers, and backing-up our sales with excellent maintenance by our highly-skilled service teams.” JD Young’s mission is to help businesses better manage the flow of information and data through a more efficient usage of hardware systems, software solutions and advanced IT technology. “Specifically, we are skilled in providing information-handling processes that increase performance and reduce the cost of input, output and management,”

noted Stuart. “It’s all about creating a document strategy for a business to identify how the company is managing its paper files. The strategy is a needed step toward managing documents more efficiently as a means of increasing profitability.” The Stuart family realizes establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients is the key to JD Young’s sustained success over six decades. “Our company’s guiding light from day one has been doing the right thing for customers…our business partners,” Stuart notes. “We count our blessings every day that we have a strong and growing base of clients and excellent employees to serve them.”

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BUILDING A TECH HUB

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Many have compared Tulsa to buzzworthy cities such as Austin or Seattle, but thanks to a collaborative effort, Tulsa is steadily building a reputation as a tech hub. Though Tulsans aren’t yet seeing many big-name tech facilities in the area, other than the Google data center in Pryor, tech jobs have become a key driver of area employment. Local companies are trying to fill an estimated 4,000 tech jobs, says Jennifer Hankins, vice president of entrepreneurship and small business at the Tulsa Regional Chamber. According to the Standard Occupation Classification from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, tech jobs are broadly categorized as computer and information research scientists, computer systems analysts, information security analysts, computer programmers, software developers and computer network architects. She says much of that growth comes from the continued spread of advanced technology into nearly every type of business. “A company can’t go without technology enabling their business,” Hankins says. “They’re starting to realize that’s what will help them grow.” But filling all those tech jobs isn’t easy, even during a strong economy. The positions often require special knowledge and training that might not have been common even a few years ago. That’s why the Chamber and other organizations aren’t just concerned with creating tech jobs; they want to make Tulsa itself more tech-friendly, so local companies can find tech workers in their backyards and give young tech entrepreneurs the chance to thrive in their hometown. Additionally, having skilled tech workers available to pitch in and share information can help local businesses thrive and ensure Tulsans have the best job opportunities possible.

How local programs, businesses and opportunities are drawing the tech-minded to town BY ROBERT EVATT

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Bostonian Nashaira Ofori was ready for her next move. She never dreamed it would be to Tulsa. She and her husband, Kyle, moved to the eastern metropolis for her job and his graduate studies. Because her education technology firm, Panorama Education, allowed employees to work remotely, and Kyle had finished graduate school, they could move anywhere they wanted. Tulsa wasn’t at the top of their list, but that all changed with a single email. “My husband and I subscribe to a newsletter called CityLab, and they did an article on Tulsa Remote,” Ofori says. A new initiative by the George Kaiser Family Foundation, Tulsa Remote launched in November 2018, promising to pay $10,000 to any eligible professionals who wanted to move to Tulsa. Aaron Bolzle, executive director of Tulsa Remote, says news quickly spread worldwide. “We studied the coverage, and it reached around two and a half billion people,” he says. Over 10,000 applicants were narrowed to 100 participants, Ofori included. The vast majority leverage technology in some way for their jobs, and about half have traditionally defined tech roles. As of press time, almost everyone has made the transition to Tulsa, where they are interacting with native Tulsans, eating at local restaurants, attending local events and bringing new energy to the area. The moves bring in new neighbors and new taxpayers, but that’s not the sole goal of Tulsa Remote. Bolzle says the young, diverse participants bring a renewed energy to the Tulsa community, and in many cases, a technological savvy that could inspire local workers.

Adam Recvlohe, Aaron Bolzle and Nashaira Ofori at 36 Degrees North. Bolzle is the executive director of Tulsa Remote, which brought Recvlohe and Ofori to Tulsa to work remotely. TulsaPeople.com

Bringing already skilled tech workers into Tulsa can be tricky, since many young workers don’t yet consider Tulsa to be a cool place to live. However, “Companies are telling us that once we can get people here to look at Tulsa, getting them to move here is a piece of cake,” Hankins says. Unfortunately, not every company can afford to sponsor frequent trips to Tulsa. That’s why the Chamber is actively studying the local workforce and seeking ways to find strong tech workers without cross-country moves. “How do we upscale underemployed Tulsans and get them into tech jobs? How do we get them ready for these positions quickly?” Hankins says these are the questions the organization seeks to answer. The Chamber heads its own incubator for innovative, high-growth companies known as the Forge. For the past decade, the Forge has assisted individuals and groups with strong business ideas through a 50-person mentor group, a business growth curriculum, office space and more. To date, 13 growing businesses have their roots in the Forge. Beyond that, the Chamber is collaborating with a number of organizations to help make Tulsa a more nurturing place for future tech workers. One example is its relationship with Tulsa Technology Center, which continues to sharpen classes and certificate programs to help workers transition into tech jobs as quickly as possible. And then there’s the community of remote workers entering Tulsa through Tulsa Remote. Or, in at least one case, re-entering.

Adam Recvlohe, a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, grew up in Florida but moved to Tulsa in 2009. He moved back to Florida in 2012 to address a health issue and to change careers from education to software development. He now works as a developer for SimSpace. “Tulsa was a little different back then; there wasn’t the Gathering Place,” he says. “Downtown wasn’t as developed.” However, Recvlohe didn’t want to cut ties with Tulsa completely. “The reason for coming back to Tulsa was so that I could have an impact in my community, face-toface,” he says. “Having a remote job allows me to do this so I wanted to take advantage of it.” Last year, he found the perfect opportunity to return permanently. He discovered Tulsa Remote through a friend and applied. Tulsa Remote only required four things from applicants: must be at least 18 years old, have the legal ability to work within the U.S., work full time for a company based outside of Oklahoma, and have the ability to move to Tulsa within six months of acceptance for 12 consecutive months. He fit the criteria and jumped at the chance. Bolzle says applicants were asked a number of yes or no questions, as well as questions such as, “Why do you feel you’re a good fit for the program?” and “How would you get involved in the Tulsa community?” Additionally, a 30-person areawide panel helped narrow the 10,000 applicants to 1,000 finalists. “We wanted the community to be involved in who we bring here,” Bolzle says. The finalists were, appropriately enough, interviewed remotely via videoconferencing. Ofori says her interview focused on questions such as how she contributes to her 52

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community, what she’s passionate about, and how she likes to spend her time. She says her job conveniently brought her to Tulsa briefly before she made the final decision to move here in May. “I did some work with Tulsa Public Schools, so we had an opportunity to visit,” she says. For Tulsa Remote, the selection and the financial award are only the start of the organization’s work. “The money got people’s attention, but the real draw is the integration into the community,” Bolzle says. “Making connections is the hardest part of moving to a new city. Many people had been considering a move for a long time and had never considered Tulsa as an option. This program helped put Tulsa on the top of their list.” He and his team work with Tulsa Remote participants to address any questions or frustrations that might arise. Even before they arrived, the staff connected them with real estate agents and apartment managers to help with relocation. Thanks in part to a dedicated channel on the group communication app Slack, the new Tulsans are quickly learning where they can get their hair cut, who the best auto mechanics are and where to go for a margarita on a patio. Additionally, Tulsa Remote is giving participants

ample opportunities to get involved with volunteering opportunities or community events, such as an informational meeting with the Tulsa Area United Way, a mixer of Tulsa Remote participants and longtime Tulsans at a Tulsa Drillers game, or alerts about special events such as Juneteenth or activities at the Philbrook Museum of Art. Tulsa Remote partners with organizations including the City of Tulsa, Tulsa’s Young Professionals and 36 Degrees North, which describes itself as a basecamp for entrepreneurs. Since 2016, that organization has provided workspace for entrepreneurs to connect with like-minded, passionate individuals growing their businesses. Expert remote workers and entrepreneurs work side by side. Sarah Stephenson, operations manager for 36 Degrees North, says coworking and group events at the facility not only provide excellent networking opportunities, they also cross-pollinate talent and skills. “We’ve found that the community here helps the entrepreneurial ecosystem so much,” she says. “We have an entrepreneur working next to a remote worker. The entrepreneur may not know much about tech, but she’ll be working next to a Mozilla employee.” Over half of those ofﬁcing at 36 Degrees North incorporate some form of internet-based or emerging technol-

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ogy, Stephenson says. For instance, Mozilla, the not-forproﬁt company that develops the Firefox internet browser, now employs six people working remotely from the 36 Degrees North coworking space. Local tech companies that have grown in and around 36 Degrees North include Indigo Technology, a software development and startup accelerator company; Brigade Technology, a data protection company; and Last Night’s Game, a website that recaps sports events.

SPURRING MORE DEVELOPMENT 36 Degrees North also is one of the sites for events sponsored by the Tulsa chapter of Techlahoma. The nonproﬁt group was founded six years ago in Oklahoma City to advance the grassroots technology community across the state. It spread to Tulsa one year later, says Tulsan Luke Crouch, Techlahoma’s vice president. “Before, the tech community was a little haphazard and disconnected, with lots of little pockets,” he says. “Techlahoma helped bring people together.” Techlahoma was founded around local tech conferences, including 200 OK, an annual web developer confer-

ence now in its fifth year in Tulsa. The organization brings together groups of like-minded people more frequently through its user groups, which number 38 across the state and 13 in Tulsa. For example, Tulsa Web Developers has monthly Hack Nights, which allow people to work on projects, show off their developments or share tips with others. But Techlahoma isn’t just based around those already deep in the tech community, Crouch says. The group offers frequent workshops designed to help introduce new people to tech concepts and provide them with the tools needed to succeed. One of these is Django Girls, an introduction to coding workshop for women. A group of Techlahoma members, Code for Tulsa, works to improve the lives of community members by simplifying government procedures. Its current project is Courtbot, an automated service that texts reminders to people required to appear in court. “A lot of people sit in jail for no reason because they don’t know about their court date, and a warrant goes out for their arrest,” Crouch says. Crouch, who works for Mozilla, says Techlahoma and other efforts to build a thriving tech community in Tulsa are necessary to keep talented workers from being snapped up by large companies such as Microsoft, Amazon and Google that are likely to ship them out of state. “Technology professionals want other technology professionals,” he says. “We need smart technology workers active in Tulsa in order to attract other technology workers.” Building a strong tech community in Tulsa is already helping build the community as a whole, Crouch says. Tulsa Remote participant Ofori has already participated in multiple city council meetings, while her husband now works in the Mayor’s Office to develop a model for the census that ensures all Tulsans’ voices are heard. Recvlohe has started a nonprofit, Native in Tech, to both elevate Native Americans in software development and develop all kinds of native-based applications. He’s personally working on a Creek dictionary app to help people search for Creek words in English and Creek, and eventually learn the tribal language. “Being part of the Tulsa Remote program really plugs me into efforts to improve the community,” he says. Bolzle says many other cities and states are trying to build programs similar to Tulsa Remote. Vermont’s government passed a bill called Think Vermont that will reimburse new Vermonters up to $10,000 for up to two years, but only for moving expenses and office setup. And Shoals, Alabama, is in the process of putting together its own program. “I have conversations with communities on almost a weekly basis that are interested in what we’re doing,” Bolzle says. Tulsa Remote was originally set to be a one-year program that would move 25 people to Tulsa, Bolzle says. That grew to 100 people, with 54% of them female and 40% people of color. The program was so successful, it will be revived next year to bring even more new workers to the area. Thanks in part to new technology that enables remote work, the George Kaiser Family Foundation has opened a new front in their mission to make Tulsa a better place for everyone while providing the most amount of opportunity for current residents. “Ultimately, we want to disrupt intergenerational poverty, and part of that is to create the most vibrant, inclusive city we can,” Bolzle says. TP

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CUTTING-EDGE EDUCATION One of Tulsa’s strongest tech draws has produced new generations of tech workers for over four decades — and it’s now more popular than ever. John Hale is the department chair for the Tandy School for Computer Science at the University of Tulsa. Though the department gained the respect of nationwide tech companies and institutions long ago, it’s now growing at a rapid pace. “Recently, our enrollment has grown by leaps and bounds,” Hale says. “Just a few years ago we had 200 students, and now we’re at nearly 300.” Hale says part of that growth comes from a nationwide increase in tech students, though the University of Tulsa benefits from the school’s strength in three cutting-edge fields: cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and bioinformatics. With cyberattacks on the rise globally and locally, nearly every modern company has an interest in staying safe, Hale says. The university emerged as one of the first leaders in cybersecurity research over two decades ago, and was named a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education by the U.S. government in 2000. “Our students enter the workforce and act as the front-line defense for cybersecurity,” Hale says. “Many of them go on to work for the government on cyberdefense.” Artificial intelligence also has exploded over the years, with the field now a common element of nearly every type of computer development, he says. Students at TU harness AI to develop better sensors or create statistical learning techniques to solve complex problems, for example. Finally, bioinformatics melds life science with computer science by acquiring, processing and analyzing biological data. “This could be data about the bioinformation in the Tallgrass Prairie, or it could be your personal DNA,” Hale says. TU now collaborates with the Laureate Institute for Brain Research to analyze brain activity. Since a single Laureate brain scan can generate terabytes of data, researchers require increasingly complex forms of analysis to deepen their studies of the human mind. For years, many graduates from the Tandy School for Computer Science have moved on to big companies like Google or Amazon, or the federal government. But Hale says he’s seeing more opportunities for tech students to keep using their talents in Tulsa. “Once a month, I’ll meet up with someone starting up a new company and looking to bring in some talent,” he says. “It’s an exciting time.” TulsaPeople.com

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The face of hunger is not always one you’d expect. Sometimes it’s a middle-aged man. Sometimes it’s a young mother struggling to feed her family. Some times it’s a little boy, like 2-yearold Thomas. Little Thomas was so excited to get his kid’s pack full of healthy snacks, like applesauce. His parents were simply relieved. His mother was pregnant at the time and in need of healthy food. His father tries to work, but his job cut back his hours. The family was desperate and hungry. Thanks to generous supporters like you, Iron Gate was there for them.

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This onesie, $19.95, is from Counter Couture, a female-owned small business in Denver. SnowMade, an eco-friendly, female-owned small wholesaler out of Portland, Oregon, is the maker of these Oklahoma magnets, $7.95 each. Tulsa artist Valerie Lindsay makes a point to use only found scraps of leather or repurposed leather goods to make her creations, including these baby moccasins, $45.

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f you’re in the mood for something a little different this autumn, head to the southeast part of the state, where several festivals are sure to change the way you think about Oklahoma in October.

OCT. 18-19 POTEAU’S HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL Tens of thousands of visitors travel to Le Flore County each year for this festival at Poteau’s LeFlore County Fairgrounds. In addition to rides in the hot air balloons themselves, people of all ages can ride in a monster truck, partake in a variety of carnival attractions and cheer on competitors in the mud races. If it’s not good ﬂying weather, the pilots will still be on hand to teach listeners about the art of ballooning.

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NOV. 8-10 BEAVERS BEND FOLK FESTIVAL Although the Beavers Bend Folk Festival is in early November, its eclectic variety of activities is worth the wait. Held in the Forest Heritage Center in Beavers Bend State Park, quilters, woodworkers, blacksmiths and other artisans showcase their wares as the sound of ﬁddles and bagpipes ﬁll the air. The park will be putting on a show of its own, full of vibrant color, and nearby Broken Bow Lake offers one of Oklahoma’s beloved scenic vistas. As you venture back to Tulsa from southeast Oklahoma, you might notice an odd, detached monument in Big Cedar at the intersections of Highway 63 and Highway 259. This secluded memorial is dedicated to the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy. He visited this small patch of the Sooner State in October 1961 for a highway dedication; 25,000 people came from all over to see the new, young president and hear him speak. TP

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OCT. 4-5 HONOBIA BIGFOOT FESTIVAL The festival has grown over the years to include a 5K run, a conference of Bigfoot researchers, live music and more — all to help fund a scholarship for nearby schools. The Kiamichi region is the perfect setting for exploring Oklahoma’s natural beauty. The festival takes place in a quiet, rural part of the state that makes for excellent camping. In fact, campﬁre stories and nature walks are a big part of the event. And who knows? If you keep your eyes open, you might catch a glimpse of the famed creature itself. The Talimena National Scenic Byway is not far from the Kiamichi Mountains. The highway stretches from Talihina to Mena, Arkansas. It weaves through the Ouachita National Forest and is well-known throughout the region for stunning displays of fall foliage.

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reat sleep evades many adults, but imagine if you were completely powerless to fight the urge to sleep. Tulsan Brooke Cox has narcolepsy, a neurological sleep disorder whose cause is still not completely understood. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the disorder is characterized by excessive sleepiness, sleep paralysis, hallucinations and sometimes partial or total loss of muscle control. It is a chronic condition that causes a person to always feel sleepy, no matter how many hours of Zs are caught. “I explain narcolepsy as a metaphor where the chemical that controls sleep and wake states is a cage. REM sleep, or the dream stage, is a wild dog,” Cox says. “In healthy brains, the dog will go in its cage when it’s supposed to. People with narcolepsy don’t have a cage. We have this wild animal roaming our brains. This untrainable presence is constantly fighting to make you sleep.” Cox has always been ambitious, and despite her narcolepsy, she excelled in her career in real estate auction project management. After a while, her health caught up to her, and she began working from home. This transition led her to a new passion. “I taught myself how to sew as a hobby. Sewing shushed the world and let my mind rest,” Cox says. “I was sleeping a lot, of course, so I decided I needed to create the pillow.” After testing types of stuffing, different sizes and shapes, she had her first prototype. This one pillow would launch the Nap Nook, a retail store that provides light-weight, perfectly supple pillows. But her Napper is more than that. “The designs can be totally customized for someone special in your life, and always contains a little magic,” she says. “I always say they are hugs you can keep.” Many people buy Nappers because of the way they look or feel. But many buy them as gifts for people who are sick. “When a chronically ill person is gifted one of my Nappers, they feel noticed, loved, and most importantly, not alone in whatever battle they are facing,” she says. “The pillows have opened conversations with people about their own struggles with chronic illness, rare diseases or depression.” The Nap Nook Nappers are available online at thenapnook.com and can be found at Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios and Josey’s Record Store on Route 66, as well as Brookside’s Ida Red. “I hope I can continue to do my part to bring about awareness and compassion to not only those fighting narcolepsy,” Cox says, “but also to those facing any challenges in their lives.” — ANGELA EVANS

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Pyramidal in its youth, it matures to a broad, open crown. Acorns are not produced until the tree is 25 years old. In autumn, the 6-inch deeply lobed, shiny green leaves turn a quiet red. HAVE A SMALLER YARD? For a smaller yard, the Chinese Pistache (Pistacia chinensis) provides not only shade in summer, but a burst of yellow-orange-red in the fall. At a moderate growth rate of 12-24 inches per year, it matures at 30-35 feet tall with a spread of 20-30 feet. Awkward and gangly in its early years, it matures to a full, rounded canopy. Female trees produce red-ripening-to-blue fruit, inedible for humans but devoured by birds. Deep rooted and drought tolerant, Pistache is often used in xeriscaping, a method of gardening that removes or reduces the need for irrigation.

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LIKE EVERGREENS? With its aromatic, soft, scale-like needles, the silvery blue Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica) provides an alternative coloring for the landscape. Growing at a moderate 12-24 inches per year, it can grow 40-50 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide and is drought tolerant once established. It is beautiful planted alone or grouped as a hedge or screen. NEED A SMALLER PATIO TREE? Perfect for patios, the Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis) reaches 15-30 feet tall with a 10-25 foot spread. Violet scented, white to pink, funnel-shaped ﬂowers are a hummingbird favorite in early summer, with blooms erupting periodically into autumn. Winter shows off the twisting branching structure. Drought tolerant, it can be used in the xeric garden.

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HOME SWEET TULSA Explore ﬁve examples of Tulsa creativity and talent Oct. 6 at the Maple Ridge Home and Garden Tour. The stars of this year’s tour includes a few recently renovated homes from the 1920s. Their owners have “come in and given traditional spaces a very new, contemporary kind of look,” says event chairwoman Jane Butts. The New Orleans French-style home at 2507 S. Owasso Ave. has freshly redecorated interiors where guests can learn about the history behind them.

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NEED SHADE? One of our best native oaks, the Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii) stretches 40-60 feet tall at a moderate growth rate of 12-24 inches per year and spreads an umbrella of shade 30-40 feet wide.

At the duplex-turned-single-family-dwelling at 1012 E. 21st St., peek at the art studio, updated rooms and outdoor pool oasis. Livable yet fun interiors with colorful decorations and a new outdoor living area and outdoor kitchen await at 230 E. 20th St. Special to this home is a collection of vintage New Yorker Magazine comic illustrations from the ’30s, which are hand-colored and framed above the ﬁreplace. From moving walls to adding and changing baths and the kitchen, the ’20s-era home at 2146 S. Cincinnati Ave. adopted a new look without losing its traditional warmth. The Prime One Oil building, 123 E. 21st St., is a cedar and glass structure, allowing for plenty of natural light

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rees are often planted as a reminiscence of childhood, a memory from a vacation or a reminder of people once known. However meaningful, if grown in unsuitable environments, trees will have weak growth and short lives. Fortunately, some trees (and shrubs and other plants) have proven themselves as outstanding stars in our local landscapes. They are known as Oklahoma Proven and are selected annually by a group of local expert horticulturists in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture at Oklahoma State University.

TRIED AND TRUE? And, you can never, ever go wrong with the Oklahoma Redbud (Cercis canadensis var. texensis). Discovered in the Arbuckle Mountains, “Oklahoma” explodes with deep magenta ﬂowers that cover the branches in spring, followed by glossy, heart-shaped leaves. At 15-25 feet in height, this can be a perfect addition to any landscape. TP

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ith Halloween around the corner, Tulsans are gearing up with spooky costumes, decorations and snacks. However, vampires aren’t the only bloodthirsty prowlers around. Halloween is peak season for lice infestations, according to Wade Huntsman, owner of Lice Clinics of America Tulsa, 3336 E. 32nd St., Suite 210. While everyone can contract lice, kids are the most susceptible. Huntsman advises taking preventative measures to avoid contracting lice in the ﬁrst place. Wigs, hats, masks and costumes can all be temporary homes to lice. It is best to avoid sharing or trying on these garments altogether. If contact with lice is unavoidable, the Lice Clinics of America encourages the use of peppermint or tea tree oil spray on any person or surface to repel insects and decreases the chance of lice transferal. Peppermint spray can be purchased at Lice Clinics of America locations or health-food stores. The peppermint or tea tree oil sprays are only preventatives, not treatments, so it cannot do anything once lice is contracted. Lice can survive in water, so washing hair has no impact. “All it takes is one bug, and you’ve got the whole process started on your head,” Huntsman says. “It happens very, very rapidly, and in a month’s time, you can have quite an infestation from a single bug.” These parasites live and lay eggs in human hair, usually close to the scalp. Although lice do not carry diseases or bacteria, they repopulate and transfer easily, so immediate and effective removal is necessary. The Lice Clinics of America performs FDA-cleared treatments with a 99.6% success rate, without the use of toxic chemicals. In a clean, salon-like space, clinicians treat patients’ heads with the patented AirAllé® device, which uses heated air to dehydrate and kill lice and eggs. After this 90-minute process, which also includes a professional comb-out of the dead debris and an application of non-toxic dimethicone oil, the patient walks away lice-free with a 30-day guarantee. “With almost every single patient, you’ll hear a mom say, ‘I had no idea places like this existed!’” Huntsman says. Although some other over-the-counter lice treatments kill lice, they do not kill their eggs, which can later hatch and start an infestation all over again. Nix, one such treatment, is no longer effective, according to Huntsman. “It started in 1984 and was effective, but by 2008, it was only 25% effective,” Huntsman says. Super Lice, which are prevalent in Oklahoma, are pesticide-resistant. “I cannot emphasize this enough,” Huntsman says. “It’s why centers like this exist today.” Lice Clinics of America Tulsa works with school nurses from surrounding districts to ensure families know its services are available. — MADELINE EWING

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August is the start of the school year for most children. For many kids, where they are going to school is a forgone conclusion. It might be that they are simply returning to the school that they attended in the past. However, for many other children, the school they are going to attend can be a source of disputes between family law litigants. When parties are divorcing, one spouse can live in one school district, while the other has moved to another. In other cases, one parent might want the children to go to private school where the other parent desires a public school. In some situations, one parent may even want to home-school the children, while the other parent is against that idea. Since schools typically start sometime in August, August can be a month where lots of family law litigation can take place. They can take place in a divorce matter. Where the parents are not married, it can can culminate in paternity litigation. Where the parents are already divorced, motions to modify or motions for contempt can ensue. Many litigants hope to get a resolution from the court before the

start of school. In other circumstances, a party might even attempt to file a temporary restraining order to prevent the children from being enrolled in a new school. In many of these cases, a guardian ad litem ends up being appointed. A guardian ad litem is an attorney for the children who typically provides recommendations to the court as to custody related issues, including what school the children will attend. Family court judges are to look at the best interests of the children in resolving these disputes. Thus, family courts can look at variables like the rankings and services that the schools offer. If the kids have special needs, they often look at the ability of the school to meet these needs. If private school is being debated, the cost of who is going to pay for that can be a big issue. Regardless, make no mistake that August is often a boom month for new family law litigation. The start of school can be the source of disputes between divorced or separated parents. Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice to family law matters in-

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On the 10th ﬂoor, Nikki Price’s 2,400-square-foot apartment has views of the central business district and the BOK Center. The University of Miami graduate moved from New York City back to Tulsa in 2017 and has been living downtown ever since. “I have a downtown bubble,” Price says. She runs on the river, dines in downtown restaurants and ﬁnds entertainment around every corner.

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Her apartment boasts two large bedroom suites, an ofﬁce, dining room, kitchen, living room, laundry room and lots of storage. “This is perfectly lined out for efﬁciency,” Price says. “I already feel more organized with all this closet space.”

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he poet Marianne Moore said, “Writing is exciting, and baseball is like writing.” This is a good month for fans of both. The first pitch of the World Series is Oct. 22, a pleasant slide into autumn. Katharine White, writer and wife of E. B. White, used to listen to the World Series on the radio at their Maine farm while polishing gourds from her garden. Radio, baseball and writer — that was a different world. I love baseball, but mostly I love the bygone era of baseball when it really was a national pastime. It’s no wonder that I loved a baseball player. Jay Cronley was a baseball star at the University of Oklahoma, All Big Eight Second Base. In the 1960s, OU’s conference was the Big Eight. Jay played under the legendary coach Jack Baer, whom he described as “the meanest man that ever lived.” I’m sure he meant that fondly. It was a colorful time. Jay told me about an out-oftown game when the coach got so irritated with his wife, he stopped the car and put her out on the side of the road. The team bus stopped to pick her up. I didn’t know Jay when he was in college. During all of our time together, his main identity was writer. It makes me so happy to learn that

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some of his books from the 1970s and 1980s are being reprinted. Some of the best words a writer can hear are, “The royalty check is in the mail.” The saddest are, “Out of print.” Echo Point Books is reprinting “Funny Farm” and “Good Vibes.” Chevy Chase starred in the movie version of “Funny Farm” about a city writer who moves to the country. Richard Dreyfuss was the gambler on a lucky streak in “Let It Ride,” the movie version of “Good Vibes.” That book became so popular with horse race fans, the last time I checked, a used copy was $700.62. One review of his books called him “the funniest writer alive.” When his first book came out, he gave away pencils printed: Jay Cronley — Promising Writer. I Promise Anything. I came across a diary I kept when he was writing his books, and memories of those days washed me back to another time. The writing was pouring out of him; eight books, award-winning stories for Playboy, Esquire, Sports Illustrated and newspaper columns for both the Tulsa Tribune and Tulsa World (a total of 46 years.) Later, horse-racing columns for ESPN.com. Still, he found plenty of time to spend with his best buddies: Bob Gregory, Darcy O’Brien and Gailard Sartain. They were fixtures at the

Press Club (until Jay and Gailard were barred for life for a food fight), Little Joe’s bar on 41st Street or the Cognito Inn downtown. We were all young, happy and creative. The future was so big we couldn’t see around it. Jay wrote like he lived, fast and lively. Someone said talking to Jay was like having a conversation with a pinball machine. Being married to him was like living with a fireworks display. Not docile or saintly. But as an old cowboy told me, “A horse that don’t kick can’t run.” His life philosophy was shaped by baseball. An injury? “Rub dirt on it.” Problems? “Don’t explain, don’t complain.” He hated “blowhards” and “grandstanders.” I think this comes from the example of gentlemen baseball players who politely trotted to the dugout after a homerun. Maybe, just maybe, if the crowd was cheering loudly, a modest doff of the baseball cap. Baseball doesn’t seem as much fun as it once was. Too long, too slow. Jay wrote a column about how to make the game more exciting. “Plant trees in the outfield,” was one of his suggestions. One of his books was dedicated to me. Lest I sound like a blowhard, he dedicated another book to Rambunctious Road, a horse that won the first race of a Daily Double. TP

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Vincent Anthony Jewelers 10038 S. Sheridan Road 918-291-9700 $

Kendra Scott 1842 Utica Square 918-770-8303 $

The White Room Salon 6514 E. 101st St., Suite E 918-813-7563 $

L’Occitane En Provence 1844 Utica Square 918-742-4431 $

South Yale Corridor

The Lolly Garden 2046 Utica Square 918-742-6300 $

Threads on Boston 1709 S. Boston Ave. 918-861-4994 $

South Lewis Corridor Moody’s Jewelry 7015 S. Lewis Ave. 918-749-4644 $

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Amber Marie and Co. 4932 E. 91st St. 918-940-7878 Abelina’s Boutique 11083 S. Memorial Drive 918-398-8175 $ Bella’s House 7890 E. 106th Place, V-8 918-938-8992 $ Compliments 8931 S. Yale Ave., Suite J 918-298-8172 $ The Cook’s Nook 9146 S. Yale Ave., Suite 110 918-933-6767 $ Expressly Gifts 10032 S. Sheridan Road, Suite H2A 918-664-3320 Eye Candy Eyewear 7891 E. 108th St., X3 918-970-6261 * Jara Herron Salon and Medical Spa 9168 S. Yale Ave. 918-982-2362 $ Learning Express Toys 7891 E. 108th St. S., Suite X-8 918-970-6999 $ Leslie Elliott Interiors 8931 S. Yale Ave., Suite K 918-622-6562 $ Luxe Furniture and Design 10545 S. Memorial Drive, Suite A 918-459-8950 $ Moody’s Jewelry 10031 E. 71st St. 918-461-8777 $ On a Whim 9146 S. Yale Ave. 918-619-9992 $ 76

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McNellie’s South City 7031 S. Zurich Ave. 918-933-5250 Yokozuna on Yale 9146 S. Yale Ave., Suite 100 918-619-6271

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Johnson Floor and Home 7841 S. Olympia Ave. 918-561-6777 $ Southern Agriculture 7836 S. Olympia Ave. 918-794-7387 $

Utica Square Area Boxworks 1956 Utica Square 918-749-3475 $ Cariloha 1760 Utica Square 918-340-5446 $ Coach 1846 Utica Square 918-742-7533 Dog Dish 1778 Utica Square 918-624-2600 $

Margo’s Gift Shop 2058 Utica Square 918-747-8780 $

Stems 1702 Utica Square 918-742-1410 $ Visions Unique Eye and Sun Wear 2139 E. 21st St. 918-254-1611 $ West Elm 1926 Utica Square 918-749-0820 $ Williams-Sonoma 2016 Utica Square 918-742-5252 $

Walnut Creek Area Kathleen’s Kids 8212 S. Harvard Ave. 918-742-2697 $

Kicks for Kids Shoes 8191 S. Harvard Ave. 918-493-6465

Woodland Hills Mall Area Amber Marie and Co. 7021 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 155A 918-940-7878 $

Marmi Shoes 1718 Utica Square 918-742-5500 $

Coach 7021 S. Memorial Drive., Suite 180 918-307-0155

Moody's Jewelry 1812 Utica Square 918-747-5599 $

MetroShoe Warehouse 8802 E. 71st St. 918-938-6389 $

Muse Intimates 1876 Utica Square 918-392-3430 $

Moody’s Jewelry 8140 E. 68th St. 918-252-1696 $

New Balance Tulsa 2030 Utica Square 918-744-8334 $ Pavilion 1826 Utica Square 918-743-8601 $ Pendleton Woolen Mills 1828 Utica Square 918-742-1723 $ Pottery Barn 1864 Utica Square 918-743-1512 $

Sun and Ski Sports 6808 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 200 918-254-0673 Visions Unique Eye and Sun Wear 6837 S. Memorial Drive 918-254-1611 $

Yale Corridor/ KingsPointe Village Bella’s House 4830 E. 61st St., Suite 210 918-442-2244 $

Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop 5960 S. Yale Ave. 918-477-7408 $

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How much time should you give guests to RSVP? I recommend sending holiday party invitations at least six weeks in advance. Entertaining in early to mid-December allows your guests to start planning the holiday schedule and to RSVP beginning Nov. 1. How much food should you prepare for your guests? I always ask how long you want your guests to stay and then think of food in portions and quantity. Plan on at least 10-15 servings of appetizers or heavy hors d’oeuvres per person for a meal replacement. For a sit-down dinner, plan one serving each of meat, starch, greens and dessert. What about beverages? It’s comfortable to keep our hands busy while socializing. Not everyone drinks wine or Champagne, so I would order a maximum of one glass per person. Plan on three (soft drink) beverages per person.

What are some diet restrictions a good host should consider? Consider providing food for all diets. There is no such thing as food for the majority anymore. Enclose a response card requesting diet restrictions when sending invitations and/or meal options to accommodate your guests’ preferences. What are some locations a host should consider when hosting a party? Historic venues like Dresser Mansion and the recently remodeled Harwelden Mansion are classic for the holidays. For a different vibe, check out Welltown Brewery or Bar 473 underneath a heated, clear-top tent. What are your suggestions on seating plans or table decor? Plan your seating based on RSVPs and keep the decoration simple so guests can make eye contact and have conversations without obstruction. Eucalyptus leaf garland is an affordable option that is warm and welcoming, along with low-profi le floral arrangements and/or candle votives. TP

CATERING GUIDE JUSTIN THOMPSON CATERING 624 S. Boston Ave., Mezzanine (918) 779-6333 TulsaCatering.com Catering Capacity: We can cater any sized party! Additional Information: Featuring elevated cuisine and beverages inspired by concepts within the Justin Thompson Restaurant Group. Perfect for your holiday parties!

MCNELLIE’S GROUP CATERING 608 East 3rd Street (918) 442-2993 catering@mcnellies.com Catering Capacity: Unlimited Additional information: Tulsa’s premier provider of full-service catering and event planning for events of all sizes including weddings, corporate functions and private parties.

ROPPONGI 601 S. Boston Ave. (918) 221-0818 roppongitulsa.com Catering Capacity: 250 Additional Information: Locally owned and happily serving, super fresh, Asian cuisine with lots of love in downtown Tulsa.

THE GIRL CAN COOK! COOKING STUDIO & KITCHEN 315 S. Main St., Broken Arrow (918) 381-8947 thegirlcancookschool.com Catering Capacity: 12-100 Additional information: Customized interactive cooking parties in our Rose District Studio or in your home, full-service intimate events, dinner/cocktail parties.

MAZZIO’S 37 Tulsa Area Locations 1-800-629-9467 mazzios.com Catering Capacity: 5 to 5,000 Additional information: Catering prices starting at $5.50 per person.

OLIVETO 8922 S. Memorial Drive (918) 994-7000 olivetobistro.com Catering Capacity: 10-1,000 Additional information: A unique variety of fresh appetizers, salads, and pastas that are sure to make your next party special.

THREE SIRENS GROUP 1302 E. 6th St. 5 locations: Broken Arrow Bramble, Bird & Bottle, Celebrity Club, Jenks Bramble, Pearl Bramble bramblebartulsa.com Catering Capacity: On-site up to 120, Off site any size. Additional information: We offer fully staffed service or drop-offs. We have a menu and venue for every occassion. TulsaPeople.com

Host with the most DURING THE HOLIDAYS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY COME FROM ALL OVER TO VISIT AND ENJOY FOOD, FUN AND DRINK. BUT WITH A GREAT HOLIDAY PARTY MUST COME A GREAT HOST. HERE ARE SIX OPPORTUNITIES TO TAKE A BASIC HOLIDAY PARTY TO A FULL-BLOWN FIESTA.

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THE VAULT, 620 S. Cincinnati Ave., hosts cocktail classes to teach locals how to mix some delicious drinks for either a special get-together or just a night at home. In November, look for a whiskey class, followed by a holiday cocktails class in December. These classes would be a major benefit for any holiday host to impress their guests with some amazing bartending skills. Classes are $35 per person. To sign up, call 918-948-6761. ALL THINGS CAKE, 6808 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 230, hosts cake decorating classes to those interested in learning how to properly bake, ice and decorate cakes and cupcakes. These classes come in all sorts of variations. In November, classes include cake balls and cake pops, fall cookies, cupcakes 101 and snow globe cookies. December classes teach how to make Christmas cookies, reindeer cake and winter drip cake. Class prices range, so visit allthings cakeshop.com/classes for event dates and pricing. Another round, bartender! INNER CIRCLE, 410 N. Main St., Suite A, teaches alcohol enthusiasts about liquor infusions for only $35 per person. Learn how to infuse different liquors with fruits, candies or herbs to change the flavor profi le of vodka, whiskey, gin, rum or tequila. Th is puts a personal spin on those holiday cocktails that all guests will enjoy. On Dec. 5, Inner Circle will host a class to showcase their winter seasonal infusion menu. For upcoming class dates, call 918-794-2400. Food is a must-have at all holiday events. To keep bellies full with top-notch cuisine, THE GIRL CAN COOK teaches curious cooks, new or experienced, how to make various dishes. From grilled salmon to tapas to “pizza moons” for the kiddos, there are many options to build a tasty menu for holiday festivities. Prices range from $40-$130 per person. On Nov. 5 The Girl Can Cook will host “Favorites from Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa,” named for the cookbook and its author. To sign up for classes at 315 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, visit thegirlcancook.com. EVER SOMETHING, 2306 E. Admiral Blvd., is making sure flower arrangements are a necessity at every event. Floral workshops teach blooming florists how to make a beautiful centerpiece for any dinner table. November and December workshops were still being finalized at press time. Visit eversomething. com/workshops-1 to sign up and find pricing info.

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You might know LAUREN KIM ALLEN EVENTS for the knockout cheese platters they provide and teach in classes, but did you know they also host workshops teaching patrons about different kinds of appetizers and how to create the appropriate setting for one’s guests? These classes will be hosted at Mother Road Market, 1124 S. Lewis Ave. on Nov. 6 and Dec. 6. Find pricing details and registration info at laurenkimallen.com. — KAYLIE COTTEN

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