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ROSE DISTRICT

TEA OFF See page 10

e l y t s e Hom s s e n s ou Delici See page 5

HONORING

Our Veterans See page 14

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2019 Main Street Burn....................................................................12 A Salute to Veterans!.......................................................................14 A Table With A Story….for Friendsgiving..........................................38 AVB Bank...................................................................................................... 9 Advantage Roofing and Construction LLC.................................................. 53 Affordable Health Coverage....................................................................... 48 BA Med Spa & Weight Loss Center............................................................... 9 BMW of Tulsa................................................................................................ 4 Bindas Mechanical Solutions..................................................................... 30 Bindas Mechanical Solutions Provides Everyday Solutions...............32 Black Hat Cleaning Services....................................................................... 27 Broken Arrow Community Playhouse......................................................... 55 Buy Broken Arrow Kicks Off November 1.........................................21 Clock Store, The.......................................................................................... 40 Crusader Tactical......................................................................................... 49 District Baby, The........................................................................................ 34 District on Main, The................................................................................... 34 Dun-Rite Roofing........................................................................................ 27 Financial Faith with High Tower Business Solutions.........................24 Four Seasons Sunrooms & Windows.......................................................... 41 Free Medicare Education & 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Barns........................................................ 35 It’s Starting to Feel a Lot Like Christmas...........................................10 Jersey Mike’s Sub....................................................................................... 56 Mother Nature’s Pest Control & Lawn Care................................................. 56 ND Mitchell Salon & Spa............................................................................ 48 Oneta Station Diner.................................................................................... 40 Oneta Station Diner Gives Thanks....................................................36 PermaSeal USA .................................................................................... 45,56 Pet Sitting Services of Tulsa........................................................................ 20 Premier Collision Center.............................................................................. 4 Premium Cabinets...................................................................................... 31 Restoring BALANCE in the Body.......................................................42 Restoring Body Health & Feet Unlimited................................................... 26 Reveal Salon............................................................................................... 19 Route 66 Chevrolet....................................................................................... 3 Route 66 Nissan of Tulsa.............................................................................. 2 Serve & Send the Best this Holiday Season........................................5 Solid Rock Realtors..................................................................................... 26 South Pointe Chevrolet............................................................................... 13 South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge............................................................. 17 The 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Serve & Send the Best this Holiday Season GET COOKING WITH HONEY BAKED HAM’S FAST, EASY AND DELICIOUS HOME-STYLE TURKEY, HAM, SIDE DISHES AND DELICIOUS DESSERTS!

BY TERESA BOND-MASON

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n the late 1950s, Harry Hoenselaar founded the first Honey Baked Ham Co. and Café. Harry had a unique method of cooking and spiral slicing his hams that no one else in the business had done.

Today the same great hams and other meats are sold at the Honey Baked Ham Co. at the corner of 61st and Memorial in Tulsa. Owner Lee Griffin has actually worked for the company 20 years before opening his own franchise. “I was involved in every aspect of the business from learning how the hams were cooked to helping new stores get opened and ready for business,” explains Lee. That experience, along with the quality products, has helped Lee maintain a thriving business for Tulsa families and businesses for 16 years.

The second you step foot in the store, the aroma of a sweet, plump ham wafts through the air. Though glazed, spiral-cut hams are their benchmark items, the store also sells turkey (breast and whole), beef (continued on next page)

Right: Lee Griffin, owner of Tulsa’s Honey Baked Ham store, with a spiral-cut bone-in half halm.

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(continued from previous page) pot roast, pork roast and ribs – all prepared and ready to eat.

Hams from Honey Baked go through a strict vetting process before they are even cooked.

Once selected, they are cured and flavored and baked between 20 and 24 hours over hickory smoke. They are then spiral-sliced before they are carefully packaged. Before the ham is sold, it is again inspected, and a special glaze is layered on before sealing it up.

Also available to complete your meal are a plethora of side dishes sure to convince everyone you’ve labored for days over a hot stove.

Items include standards such as mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, macaroni and cheese and cornbread dressing.

But how about shaking it up with a sweet potato soufflé or Tuscan style broccoli? A wide range of desserts, such as apple, pecan and pumpkin pie are available as well.

But if your gang is yearning for something different, try a carrot cake or cheesecake.

Though 85% of the hams sold are during the holiday season, why not pick up a meal and give your family more time to enjoy each other and relax? “It’s so rewarding to be a part of people’s celebrations and holidays,” emphasizes Lee, who adds that “treating the customers like gold,” is one of the aspects of the business he is most passionate about.

“It’s so rewarding to be a part of people’s celebrations and holidays.”

Honey Baked also has gift cards for purchase. “Many of our corporate clients like the gift cards because they can give them to employees and clients and know they are getting a quality gift that will be remembered for years to come,” adds Lee. Catering is another service the store offers. Think office parties, book clubs, dinner parties and large

Above: Honey Baked Ham’s boneless hams are perfect for smaller get-togethers.

Left: Spend more time with family and less time in the kitchen with a Honey Baked thanksgiving. Honey Baked offers turkey breast or oven roasted whole turkeys, with many sides and dessert options available including creamy russet mashed potatoes, roasted turkey gravy, loaded smashed potatoes, maple sweet potato soufflé and green bean casserole.

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Right: You can’t go wrong with a Honey Baked Ham for the holidays, with plenty of sides to choose from including potatoes au gratin, tuscan style broccoli, baked cinnamon apples, double cheddar macaroni and cheese and cornbread casserole.

Below: Create lasting memories for the whole family with a Honey Baked holiday.

family get-togethers. Besides their delectable hams, they can provide everything from boxed lunches to fruit and vegetable platters.

After all this ham talk, are you ready to give Honey Baked a taste test? Stop by the store and try one of their freshly-carved ham or turkey sandwiches. Along with their delectable deli menu are soups, salads and various sides for you to enjoy for lunch, or take it to go for dinner.

“They are getting a quality gift that will be remembered for years to come.”

Regardless of the event, Honey Baked Ham Co. has you covered.

“We appreciate our customers and would like to thank them for their continued support,” concludes Lee. Honey Baked is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and always open online at www.honeybaked.com.

Above: Give the gift of a Honey Baked holiday to a friend, family, co-worker or neighbor by purchasing them a Honey Baked Ham gift card.

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It’s Starting to Feel a Lot Like

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ttending Broken Arrow’s carols Annual Tea Off will have on the you feeling that Christmas overhead is right around the corner. speakers.

For more than a quarter century, You may Broken Arrow Merchants have even pass hosted their annual “Tea Off.” a group of Initially started by the old Co-Op spirited that was located on north Main carolers, Street, the hope was to bring locals making onto Main and draw attention to their way all the wonderful shops right in around the their own neighborhood. celebration.

Twenty-six years later, and the But, there’s Tea Off is as big of a hit as it was one visitor then. The event, scheduled for Nov. from the 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the North Pole historic Rose District in Broken everyone Arrow, will not only showcase anticipates – all the various merchants up and Santa Claus down old Main, but, if you tend himself. to be a scrooge, it will no doubt “Santa, get you in the mood for St. Nick’s complete upcoming visit. with his Patsy Terry, who is returning as list, always this year’s chairwoman, promises takes the the festivities will be sure to have time to everyone humming Jingle Bells. visit with “Every year we try and make the young and Tea Off merrier,” boasts Patsy. old alike,” A free trolley will be touring up discloses and down Main Street to assist Patsy. festival-goers with traveling to For a true each shop in style. While visiting magical the shops, you’ll be greeted with experience, treats sure to make you bellow, try taking “Ho Ho Ho.” You’ll have the a ride in opportunity to visit with shop one of the Victorian horse-drawn owners and fellow neighbors as carriages. For a minimal charge, well as see all the special selections the lit-up carriage will have you they have on display for the feeling the Christmastide, and you holiday season. Each participating can take a picture for your next shop will hand out tickets for a greeting card. chance to win vouchers ranging On the south side of Main from $50 to $500. Eighteen Street at the farmers market, a vouchers in all will be awarded to lights on ceremony will officially the lucky winners. Winners will kick off the season, and the icebe announced the following day skating rink will be open for all on the Broken Arrow Main Street of those brave enough to give the Merchants Facebook page and wintertime activity a try. later be contacted by phone.

Don’t miss this magical evening Once you make your way back of goodwill and greetings. It’s free onto the festively decorated streets, to attend, and who knows, besides you’ll hear your favorite Christmas being filled with the Christmas

Above: Patsy Terry, Tea-Off chairwoman.

spirit, you may get a jump-start on all your holiday shopping.

Broken Arrow Merchants will be hosting their 26th annual Tea Off Nov. 14 from 6-9 p.m. on Main Street.

Shops will be serving up plenty of cheer and goodies sure to make even the biggest scrooge ready for the holiday season. Each shop will be handing out tickets for a chance to win vouchers for up to $500.

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2019 MAIN STREET BURN AN EVENING OF FINE FOOD AND CHOICE CIGARS

BY ALEX RISENHOOVER

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he most exclusive event of the year is the Chamber’s Main Street Burn, presented

by AVB Bank. The event happens in the fall and sells out every year, and this year was no exception. The event is held outside at the Rose District Plaza and includes a steak dinner, a full bar, a raffle, a live and silent auction, and of course, cigars. The cigars from the event are all provided by BA Tobacco Outlet located here in Broken Arrow.

This posh evening is filled with networking amongst business and

experience this event, and I was promotion of the Rose District impressed by the attendance and revitalization. AVB Bank is proud to participation by our members, be an active partner with a dynamic sponsors and community,” stated Chamber. And, without exception, we Jennifer Conway, President and are proud to, once again, have served CEO of the Broken Arrow Chamber as the presenting sponsor for The and EDC. “This has easily become Main Street Burn,” stated Ted Cundiff, one of my favorite events that I have President and CEO of AVB Bank. seen since being here, and I am We couldn’t do what we do excited to grow it and continue the without our sponsors, so thank you success in years to come.” to the following for your support of Some of the items that were the Chamber. Presenting sponsor featured in the live auction this AVB Bank, our event sponsor year was a Simulator Experience Hard Rock Hotel and Casino donated by FightSafety, a Fire Tulsa, our gold sponsors Floral Truck Ride to School and Haven, Magnum Construction, a Flashover Experience Oneta Power, Phoenix Restoration, donated by the Broken Arrow River Spirit Casino Resort, Shelter Fire Department, a rifle of Insurance – Joe Howard, cigar the Broken Arrow Special sponsor BA Tobacco Outlet, beer Ops Team that was donated pour sponsor Broken Arrow

by Rise Armament, the Brewing Company and the afteropportunity to drive a tank, party sponsor Stogies Cigar House VIP tickets to thousands of and Cocktails. events nationwide and some amazing trips to places like Mexico and Havana.

BROKEN ARROW CHAMBER “The Main Street Burn has OF COMMERCE truly grown and evolved Above: Gold Sponsor, Oneta Power’s table.

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A Salute to Vete “THIS NATION WILL REMAIN THE LAND OF THE FREE ONLY SO LONG AS IT IS HOME OF THE BRAVE” – ELMER DAVIS

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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eteran’s Day is a time to honor and thank all military personnel who have served our great country in all wars, with particular emphasis on living veterans. The Military History Center of Broken Arrow and Metro & More are honored to present A Salute to Veterans, a tremendous concert event, in appreciation of the sacrifices made by those who have served.

On Nov. 10, at 2 p.m., the fifth annual concert will be held at the Kirkland Theater in Broken Arrow at 808 East College Street.

There is no charge for admission, but donations may be made to the Military History Center to help cover the cost of the event.

Many highlights are planned for

the show, including Presentation of Colors by the Broken Arrow High School JROTC, and Miss Broken Arrow 2019, Maggie Bond, will sing several patriotic and military songs from the past. The concert will showcase The Tulsa Community Band, which will play patriotic music to honor those who have served in our armed forces, including some big band stylings from the WWII era. The guest speaker will be Mr. Johnnie Parks, Broken Arrow City Councilor. Dr. Clarence Oliver will preside over the invocation.

Event coordinator, Board Member, and former Executive Director of the Military History Center, Keith Browne, emphasizes the crucial nature of honoring

Above: Miss Broken Arrow 2019, Maggie Bond, will perform several patriotic and military songs from past eras. Right: The Broken Arrow High School JROTC will conduct the Presentation of Colors.

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our veterans. “It goes back to our mission statement of the Military History Center,” he said, “Promoting patriotism through the preservation of our military history. If we don’t remember our history and our veterans, then our upcoming generations will forget why we are even free today.”

The concert is a major part of the tributes conducted in Broken Arrow. “It gets a little bigger and better every year,” he said, “and we’d just like to see everyone come out and support it.”

History Center President of the Board, Tom Mancino, BG U.S.

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Army (RET), is grateful to the city of Broken Arrow for the immense support they provide. “Broken Arrow is such a military-friendly community, and you see so many examples of their support,” he said, “such as Veteran’s Park, a Purple Heart City, and the support for the Veteran’s banners that will adorn all of the street lights beginning three weeks before Veteran’s Day.” Visitors to downtown Broken Arrow are encouraged to look for the 70 Veteran’s banners, honoring individuals who have served in our military. “This city has been very good to the military, and we appreciate all of the support that the community and city leaders give us,” he said.

The Military History Center and Museum, located at 112 North Main Street, hosts an impressive and astonishing collection of military exhibits and has recently developed essential programs to meet the needs of veterans with counselors and advisers on staff. An extensive library is also available on-site, and an amazing group of volunteers are eager to share their wisdom and stories with everyone.

Mark your calendar for the Salute to Veterans Concert, and join us as we show our immense gratitude for those who have served so that we may have the freedom to enjoy such a wonderful opportunity.

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HOLIDAY CHEER AT CAROLS AND CRUMPETS

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re you searching for the beauty, magic, and cheer of the holiday season? Enjoy an abundance of unique handcrafted gifts, decorations, and delicious food products at the 2019 Carols & Crumpets, the Tulsa Herb Society’s annual craft fair. It will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 South Peoria Ave. Admission is free.

Tulsa Herb Society members have been preparing a variety of artistically handcrafted items including Christmas ornaments, garlands and banners, pet toys and treats, wreaths, iris folding cards, dryer balls and scrubbies, and many other gift items perfect for teachers and neighbors and the hard-to-buy-for friend. One special booth will

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offer fresh greenery for home decorating. A large red felt “Merry Christmas” banner will be raffled at the close of the show.

Some of the herb society’s most popular items are the 10 flavors of herbal vinegar and 11 selections of herbal jams and jellies, such as

Enjoy an abundance of unique handcrafted gifts, decorations, and delicious food products at the 2019 Carols & Crumpets.

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the popular Hot Chocolate on a Stick. There will be hot spiced cider and cookies for the shoppers.

Over 20 other artisan vendors will offer mosaic garden items, hypertufa pots, live wreaths and poinsettias, handmade soaps, bath salts, hand-knit clothing, stoneware pottery, spice blends, wood items from nature, fabric art, honey, vintage merchandise and much more.

A portion of the proceeds benefits the Tulsa Garden Center and the Linnaeus Teaching Garden.

The Snowflake Café will be open from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. No reservations are needed for lunch.

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Above: 2018 winner Marc Radin took home the $10,000 prize.

Buy Broken Arrow Kicks Off Nov. 1 With More Than $15,000 in Prizes

BY TERESA BOND-MASON

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ith fall in full swing, months turn into weeks before Christmas is upon us. While it may be easier to tackle those shopping lists online, it may not be as fulfilling as shopping in Broken Arrow – especially financially.

On Nov. 1, the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce kicks off its 25th annual Buy Broken Arrow campaign, which will run until Dec. 8. Cash prizes totaling $15,000 will be handed out to three lucky winners Dec. 10 when the winning numbers will be drawn.

The campaign, which encourages people to shop local, also highlights and promotes the city and the many wonderful businesses that are a part of the community.

The prizes include one grand prize of $10,000 and two other prizes for $3,000 and $2,000.

“We usually have about 70 merchants participating,” says Alex Risenhoover with the Broken Arrow Chamber, adding that (continued on next page)

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(continued from previous page) there is an extra bonus this year. Shoppers who use the hashtag #BuyBA and post on their social media will be in the running for four weekly drawings of $250 each.

With so many ways to win, it doesn’t make sense to shop anywhere else but Broken Arrow.

So how do you win?

It’s pretty simple, go to one of the participating merchants, and you receive one ticket for just walking in the door.

Then, you’ll receive one ticket for every $10 spent.

Consequently, the more you buy, the more tickets you receive. It’s just that easy.

Alex stresses the importance of keeping those tickets long after the original drawing. “A lot of times, winners don’t come forward, and we have to keep drawing numbers to find the winners,” states Alex. Once your number is called, you are given 24 hours to claim your prize.

Buying local is a win-win for everyone. By shopping local

Above: 2018 winners Mike and Melinda Williamson took home the $3,000 prize.

that revenue stays within the community, which funds roads, schools, as well as other services and infrastructures. It’s estimated that nearly 70% of the money you spend locally stays in the community. More tax dollars in the community also allows businesses to continue to flourish and grow. And when businesses grow, it provides more people with employment opportunities.

“And, when you shop local, you have a more personalized customer experience,” stresses Alex.

You may wonder what your chances are. Of course, the more you spend, the more tickets you collect. But to give you an idea of the anticipated number of total tickets handed out, Broken Arrow expects to distribute more than 2 million tickets this year.

Besides supporting your local community, you can mark off all those need-to-buy gifts well in time to enjoy the holiday season.

And who knows, you may get the biggest gift of all!

For a complete list of participating merchants and winning numbers, visit www. buybrokenarrow.net or like their Facebook page and watch the drawing live! Merchants also post the official Buy Broken Arrow poster in their windows.

BROKEN ARROW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Above: 2018 winner Karen Thomas took home the $2,000 prize.

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hen it comes to finances, management. She knows now that both commercial God had other plans for her. “I and personal, trust is began hearing the Lord tell me immeasurable in finding guidance that my season there was over,” she with the fundamental elements of said. There were other running a financially successful signs that were business. High Tower Business Solutions was built on faith, and their clients know they can have faith in them.

Now celebrating their seventh anniversary in Broken Arrow’s Rose District, High Tower Business Solutions provides their clients with complete tax service, including bookkeeping, cash analysis, payroll, financial statement preparation, and onsite consultation to ensure they are acclimated with structured accounting procedures. With a customized approach to accounting, commercial clients are met “where they are,” from brand-new to well established, and all accounting managed with the future in mind. Located at 121 West Commercial Street, everyone who enters is greeted with warmth and charm, with old-fashioned customer service that includes a handshake and a offering the same direction. I had cup of coffee. Initial consultations friends and family that were also are free. providing confirmation.” Rebecca High Tower Company President, began to pray hard for God to Rebecca Olson, had worked in guide her and show her the way. a private CPA firm earlier in “The Lord told me, I want you her career for many years, with to do exactly what you’re doing aspirations of growth, eventually now, but I want you to do it for leading to the highest levels of yourself.” Rebecca felt God’s

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direction in every aspect of setting up her new company, with vivid pictures of every detail in her mind. “I named my company High Tower because I kept hearing this song over and over – you are my tower, you will never fail, you’re my refuge, you’re my all, whenever the fiery trials appear…..,” said Rebecca. “I named it after what the Lord means to me, and that is my High Tower.” Her heart truly is to help other businesses succeed by equipping them with the knowledge, tools and services needed to flourish, with an accounting service for every stage of business.

“I think what makes us different is we are a smaller office,” Rebecca said. “We really do provide oldfashioned customer service; we know your name, we send birthday cards, and we make sure you are really connected to your own financial accounting.” With a modern edge, High Tower utilizes today’s technology by providing an app for clients to access their accounting information where ever they are. The app that can be accessed on any smartphone, tablet or pc, hosts a client portal and allows push notifications. It is the goal at High Tower to guide their clients every step of the way while holding their hand and ensuring complete transparency and connection on a sometimes overwhelming and stressful part

of financial reality. They believe their clients should completely understand their financial statements.

“If we take extra time to build a relationship with our clients, we not only empower them financially, we help build the foundation for future success.”

“We want everyone who walks through those doors to know they’re special, and we’re in their corner,” said Rebecca. “If we take extra time to build a relationship with our clients, we not only empower them financially, we help build the foundation for future success.”

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he Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame was established in 1982 to honor women of the state who have significantly contributed to our state, the nation or the world; to recognize women distinguished for working for the benefit of the lives of others through professional leadership, civic involvement or volunteer community efforts.

On Oct. 10, 2019, local legend Ollie Starr, of Claremore, was inducted into the Hall of Fame for a lifetime of achievement striving to improve the world around her.

Ollie is the third Cherokee woman

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inducted since its conception.

Of her list of many accomplishments, she was notably instrumental in the revitalization of the Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club. Established in 1899, the organization is the oldest continually operational club in Oklahoma. They are historically and continuously charged with the preservation of Cherokee culture and history, as well as service to the community.

Ollie’s achievements as an active member and previous club president include procurements of grants for scholarships for higher education

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for young women and her endeavor to improve the living conditions of Senior Cherokee citizens. She has been a mentor for countless young men and women and has always exhibited extraordinary leadership and dedication to Cherokee communities.

In 2017, Ollie was awarded the Cherokee Nation Lifetime Achievement Award. She works diligently with the Boys and Girls Club in Chelsea to raise funds, which have assisted in upgrades to the gymnasium and kitchen, and creation of continuing arts programs. Her passion for

Right: Ollie Starr with three of her four children, (L-R) Keith Austin, Allen Austin, and Dee Ann Mchenry.

community service is part of her “can-do” spirit that has been apart of her entire life.

Ollie was born in 1941, during WWII. “This was a time when women were becoming empowered because they went to work while the men were at war,” she said. “This was the first time that women started to become more independent.” At a very early age, she began working around the farm with her father, learning the cattle trade, and gaining respect for hard work and grit. Her mother was her teacher, and she ensured Ollie received a good education.

At the age of 16, she married and was a mother of four by the age of 25. After her children were grown, she got divorced and later met Mr.

Starr in Hollywood, Florida. She has lived and worked in many areas, but always working for the betterment of the world around her. Ollie describes each phase of her life as

“seasons,” and with each new chapter, she was always actively concerned with the well-being of others. “We should all try to serve others and try to make this a better world,” she said. “I really believe in encouraging others and helping other people, because what are we if we aren’t trying to do better?” Her can-do spirit is contagious, and she a master of motivating others to contribute to their communities.

Ollie is very humble about receiving this honor and hopes that it serves as an inspiration to others. “It is an incredible honor to be inducted, but I didn’t get here by myself,” she said. “There were many people with me along the way.” Her advice for younger generations is simple: “Contribute to the world around you. Look for solutions to problems and be concerned for your neighbor. This is what life is all about.”

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t Bindas Mechanical Solutions, George and Sherri Bindas have the experience, dedication, and integrity to care for all your HVAC needs – with extra emphasis on customer satisfaction.

“Our business model is simple – we treat our customers the way that we would want to be treated,” said Sherri Bindas, who co-owns the company with her husband, George. “Customer satisfaction is the No. 1 priority with us. George listens to our customers to find out exactly what they’re looking for and giving them exactly that – and a little more.”

Bindas Mechanical Solutions services include residential and commercial HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), installation and replacement, repair and preventative maintenance, system evaluations, inspections for real estate property, and consulting for property management companies.

“George also specializes in Energy Management Systems, encompassing the use of computer-aided controls to ensure optimum efficiency for commercial businesses to save them money,” Sherri said. “It’s an adaptive learning system that enables equipment to run efficiently. The systems can turn on heat or air, lights, and have your office comfortable before you even arrive for the day.”

Additionally, Energy Management Systems can alert customers to any problems or troubles ahead of time, all of which is done through wireless devices, Sherri said.

The Bindases have teamed up with the Carrier Corporation (national heating, ventilation and air conditioning company), which allows them to offer better pricing to their customers and to pass Carrier’s great warranties on equipment on to their customers -- although they are trained to install and work on all brands of equipment.

Currently, the Bindases are installing 19 units at the Amos G. Ward Detention Facility, aka Rogers

County Jail, in Claremore.

“This is our biggest job this year, and we’re so excited to have the opportunity to do this,” Sherri said.

In addition to local jobs, George has been involved in several small and large scale projects across the state and around the country, such as the Apple Campus 2 in Cupertino, California, the Sapulpa Police Department, the Jones Family Center in Springdale, Arkansas, the Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District in Houston, Texas, Tulsa Public Schools, Federal Buildings in Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Aquarium in Tulsa, Pryor Public Schools, Jenks Public Schools, Tahlequah Public Schools, the Medical Examiner’s Office in Tulsa, Tulsa Bone and Joint, Union Public Schools and several others.

But regardless of the size of any given job, the Bindases treat every project with the utmost priority.

“We’ll always be fair and honest with each and every customer, and take pride in our work, and look for ways to give our customers more for their money.”

George, a veteran of the Navy, has been in the HVAC industry for nearly 30 years. Originally from the Houston, Texas area, he and his family relocated to Tulsa in 2010 to help with Sherri’s parents.

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in the industry, he has faced many challenging jobs, yet, he always finds a favorable outcome for both parties, Sherri said.

“One of the most interesting jobs he says he ever did was working on the air conditioning in a traffic helicopter for one of the major news stations in Houston,” she said. “While in Houston, he later worked as a Senior HVAC technician for Cypress Fairbanks ISD (one of the nation’s largest school districts). During his time there, he began working with Energy Management Systems to further his expertise within the industry.”

After arriving in Tulsa, George quickly found a position with a local HVAC and Energy Management company and began working with clients in the Tulsa area. After spending years building relationships with people in the community, the Bindases started their own company, and have built their reputation on quality work and superior customer service – one job at a time.

“Something we want all residential customers to know is that even though R22 systems will no longer be manufactured after January 2020, it doesn’t mean they have to immediately replace their current (HVAC) systems,” George said. “There are replacement options for R22. The best thing to do

Left: Currently, George Bindas, with Bindas Mechanical Solutions, is working to install 19 units at the Rogers County Jail in Claremore, Oklahoma. Bindas has handled projects around Oklahoma and out of state.

Above: Bindas Mechanical Solutions co-owner George Bindas has been in the HVAC industry for 30 years.

is have their current system evaluated.

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“It’s best to find small problems early before they become major, more expensive issues,” he said. So, before the cold Oklahoma weather settles in, call Bindas Mechanical Solutions and get on the schedule for winter heating service, which includes cleaning filters and coils, checking on electrical data, and checking for any leaks.

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Oneta Station Diner Gives Thanks W I TH F R E E TURKEY D I NNE R O N T HANK S GIVIN G

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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hanksgiving is a time for family and friends, for gathering together and for giving thanks for all of the blessings that we have in our lives. Mike Rifai, owner of Oneta Station Diner, has an extraordinary grasp on this sentiment and is eager to share it with his community.

On Thanksgiving Day, the Diner will host a gathering with a free turkey dinner for anyone who would like to share the holiday with them.

From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., roast turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, corn, cranberry sauce, homemade dinner rolls, and even pumpkin pie will be served, and anyone and everyone is welcome.

Located on the border of Broken Arrow and Coweta at 24236 E. Hwy 51, Oneta Station Diner recently celebrated their one-year anniversary under new management, and they are excited to share Thanksgiving with the customers and community they are so thankful for.

Many years ago, Mike Rifai was working in a restaurant in Tulsa, and was asked by a regular customer what his Thanksgiving plans would

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be. “He asked what I was going to do, and I said the restaurant would be closed, so I guess I would stay home,” he said. “Most of my family wasn’t here, so I had no plans.” Mike was surprised when the customer invited him to his own home to share the holiday with them. “He insisted I join them,” Mike said.

“That day I went, and they had this beautiful meal, with turkey and all of the fixings, and it was so good.” It meant so much to him to have been invited, and it revealed to him what the holiday was all about. “It meant a lot to me, and I believe there are so many good people out there.”

That Thanksgiving would shape his intention for the holiday in the years to follow, and he has worked to provide a free meal for many people in other restaurants since then. For him, it is tradition.

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Above: Owner, Mike Rifai.

“I enjoy seeing the smiles on people’s faces,” said Mike. “It doesn’t matter how much it costs, because it’s for a good cause, and we want to show our appreciation for the customers who support us throughout the year.” Guests will not receive a free meal, but a warm, welcoming gathering. “We want it to feel like home, like family,” Mike said.

“It’s a lot of hard work to make a meal like this, so it’s wonderful for anyone who may have to work and won’t have time to cook, or for Seniors who want to relax and enjoy the day.

Maybe those who don’t have family here might want to come and spend time with new friends.” Whatever

Above: Chelsea, Mike, and Summer invite you to join them any day for big-as-yourface cinnamon rolls, fresh from the oven!

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the case, all are welcome. “There is a home for you here, so come and join us. You will feel the love here.”

The Thanksgiving dinner is completely free, and the register will not even open that day. There will, however, be a donation jar on the counter for anyone who would like to give, and those donations will be sent to a local charitable organization. Volunteers to help serve are also welcome. Mike makes it his mission to know all of his customers by name, and is looking forward to shaking hands and visiting with everyone. He guarantees the TV will be on with the big game of the day.

Mike and his family, as well as members of his staff and their own families, will be enjoying the meal

and fellowship with everyone at the Diner. “Family, friends, and people trying to help each other is what America is all about,” said Mike. “We thank God for what he gives us and share what we can with others. This is what Thanksgiving means to me.”

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A TABLE WITH A STORY… FOR FRIENDSGIVING

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love November when the weather finally decides it’s fall, and I get to set a pretty table outside with leaves and autumn colors. For most people, November means Thanksgiving, which is a joyous occasion for many families, but a dreaded one for others. As a single mom, I only got to be with my children every other Thanksgiving, and the ones when I was without them were dreadfully sad.

Whoever invented Friendsgiving should be given an award because it’s the perfect solution to the many conflicts of Thanksgiving. Of course, the meaning is still the same: being thankful! But, inviting people outside my family to a dinner in November while being thankful is a great recipe for a party. This year I decided to create a Friendsgiving table that represents many of the friends (and family) I love so much.

I’m much more of a cook than I am a table decorator, so I decided I would use pieces on the table that were given to me or I had collected from my travels. The guests who were invited to my Friendsgiving dinner were asked to bring something to the table that was special to them and had a story. My friend Joe had just opened a floral shop in my hometown and asked if he could bring the flowers. I was thrilled he chose roses instead of mums and

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other fall flowers. The vases were given to him by his sister. For the table runner, I used a scarf I had received from my friend in Australia who is a weaver, and the china was my grandmother’s who was an avid entertainer. I love to mix metals on tables (and everywhere else), so I used brass flatware from India, and sterling silver napkin rings from my estate sale finds. The gold water glasses were brought by a guest who had inherited them from his grandmother, and the crystal serving bowls had been my mother’s. Are you getting the idea? Even though it sounds like a mismatched table of hand-me-downs, it’s actually a table full of stories and tales that provides endless conversation for everyone.

Not everyone at my table knows one another, but at the end of the meal, we will have all heard the stories of what everyone brought, whether it’s part of the table decoration or the salad Chris brought that his aunt made for every Thanksgiving his entire life! Being thankful is something I strive for every day of the year, but gathered around a table with dear friends in November fills me with a heart packed with gratitude.

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sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden and starting to crisp. Let cool.

Squeeze pomegranate, pierce with a skewer and allow the juice to fall into a glass (Drink the juice, it’s good for you). Slice pomegranate in half. Using a wooden spoon, hammer the outside of each half, allowing seeds to fall into a bowl.

I prefer to do this in the sink to prevent a huge mess. Reserve 1/2 cup of seeds.

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Restoring BALANCE in the Body W I T H M A N U A L O S T E O PAT H I C M A N I P U L AT I O N

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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alance is what it’s all about when it comes to the body.

Physical misalignment can cause pain and discomfort, and sometimes a manifestation of problems in other areas. At Restoring Body Health and Feet Unlimited, John Chatzigiannidis (D.O.M.P, C.PED, A.C.M.T) has the answer to getting everything back in line and helping his patients feel their best through Manual Osteopathic Manipulation.

“This form of treatment is based on the concept that the structure of the human body influences the function,” said John. “The goal of treatment is to improve the body’s structure.” When the

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body is in balance, there is no needs. The therapies work on added stress anywhere else in the four principles: 1) The body body. When the body is not in is a unit. 2) Structure governs balance, the result is a physical function. 3) The body is its own amplification elsewhere. “Basically, medicine chest. And 4) The rule think of anything that is out of of the artery is supreme. There alignment,” said John. “There is are incredible benefits to Manual always a compensation that occurs, Osteopathic Manipulation, in that and at this point, the body will it offers a drug-free approach to adjust itself to compensate for that achieve total body health, it helps problem.” The effects can result in reduce pain and improves mobility pain and discomfort. and minimizes stress. It can also Manual Osteopathic minimize tension in the body.

Manipulation treats the entire Patients may even find relief from body. There are multiple migraines and headaches with techniques, therapies, or therapy. modalities that are utilized in a An initial consultation will customized treatment plan for include a complete postural study. a patient, depending on their “The patient will come in, and we

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providing visual representation that is easy to see.” A full postural study entails video and digital photographs, as well as the use of a podioscope.

This tool essentially produces photographs of the soles of the feet, to see where actual weight-bearing occurs. “I also like to have patients bring in several pairs of shoes,” John said. “Shoe wear patterns never lie.”

Solutions for alignment and treatment will vary for each patient, but some modalities utilized could be a percussion tool, zero gravity Above: Owner, John Chatzigiannidis (D.O.M.P, C.PED, massage chair, lower A.C.M.T) level light therapy, or photobimodulation. will first sit and visit, and I listen Cupping or vibration therapy are to them to get to the bottom of also options for treatment. Other the problem,” said John. With manual osteopathic treatment consultation, patients are given methods can include soft tissue a full postural analysis, with all the information gathered, so a firm baseline is established.

“It’s not subjective anymore, because, before modern technology, I would perform a visual evaluation, and try to explain to the patient my findings,” he said, “but with technology today, it’s very digital and comprehensive,

manipulation, manual osteopathic articular techniques and cranialsacral therapies.

A common-sense approach to physical health and well-being, Manual Osteopathic Manipulation is a proven effective solution to ensure balance and alignment in the body. “My goal is to at least get the patient as asymptomatic as I can,” said John, “and of course, helping my patients live comfortably and in good health is the highest priority.”

Restoring Body Health and Feet Unlimited is located in The Warren Building at 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 608, in Tulsa.

For more information, visit the Restoring Body Health website at www.restoringbodyhealth.com.

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THE CITY OF WAGONER:

Your Christmas Destination!

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ll of the best holiday memories embrace tradition. Making memories with family and loved ones with shared experiences of magic and wonder helps to keep the traditions alive. Wagoner is where it’s at for making the most of the season this Christmas!

Wagoner’s Christmas festivities will begin Nov. 23 through Dec. 25 and will feature “a million and more lights,” including a light show set to music, and an incredible array of lighted decorations.

Beginning Thanksgiving evening, the entire city will be glowing with brightly lit displays beginning at Highway 69 and 51 East to downtown, and continue to McQuarrie Street. Other activities for the season will include Christmas Tree Lighting, Christmas Parade, Winter Concert Series, Christmas Home Tour,

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Run Run Rudolph 5k Run, Photos a great example of a STEAM (Science, with Santa, Shop Wagoner Promotion, Technology, Engineering, Art and Christmas Selfie Stations, Holiday BakeMath) initiative to encourage learning Off, Christmas Movie Night, Cartoon and future exploration in these areas Character Photos, Christmas Pop-Up of study. “As an event sponsor, we are Market, an old fashioned dance, and just glad to be a part of an event that even an ugly sweater contest! Two promotes educational enrichment,” said hundred seventy lighted snowflakes Laura Townsend, Manager Marketing will adorn the city, and visitors are Programs and Community Relations encouraged the find the “oddball” with GRDA. “GRDA has been a public snowflake that is the only one of its power partner with Wagoner since 1937.” kind. The hunt has become an annual The light show promises lots of surprises! tradition for many! If you find it, don’t The City of Wagoner, Wagoner share its location-it’s a secret!

Chamber of Commerce, Downtown An exciting new addition this year, Wagoner and the Ft. Gibson Lake an extraordinary automated light show Association have partnered to bring the will begin at 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. each best of the holiday season to visitors and night. Various components will be built, residents of the city. In addition to our produced, and engineered by Wagoner partners a special thank you to our many High School sound and lighting students, sponsors for their support and to our

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Above: “A million and more lights” will be on display throughout the city, including hundreds of lighted displays.

City Electric, Park, Street and Library Departments for all their assistance.

The spirit of Christmas is vibrantly alive in Wagoner, a city that holds dear community and tradition while preserving its historic charm. “This celebration is about the quality of life for residents, and we want everyone else to see how wonderful Wagoner is,” said Dell Davis, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Wagoner. “It’s really like I’ll Be Home for Christmas. It’s something wonderful for families to do together; a truly traditional style Christmas celebration.”

For more information and to follow updates, follow The Wagoner Chamber Facebook page @wagonerchamber, or the City of Wagoner @cityofwagoner and @downtownwagoner. Additional information can be found online at www.thecityofwagoner.org, www. downtownwagoner.com, or www.wagonerok.org.

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Dec. 3-Tucked in Tuesday, PJ Night and Book Reading, Photos with cartoon characters, Light Show, 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 4- Youth Choir/Carolers Night, Light Show Dec. 5-Christmas Parade, Light Show, Photos with Santa, Christmas Market Dec. 6- Old Fashioned Dance, Light Show, Christmas Market Dec. 7- Winter Concert Series- 10:30 a.m. Doc Rogers Magic Show for Kids (free). 7 p.m. Evening concert by James Muns Band with Mark McClurg 7 p.m.*, Light Show, Run, Run, Rudolph 5K Run, Christmas Market Dec. 5, 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21-Christmas Market-Downtown Dec. 13-Free Christmas Movie-Civic Center 6 p.m.

Dec. 14-Winter Concert Series- 10:30 a.m. Doug Anderson-ventriloquist for Kids (free) 7 p.m. Evening Concert featuring the Cherokee National Youth Choir, Christmas Market

Above: Planning Committee Members: back row, L-R; Jennifer Bailey, Kristen Mallett, Kenneth Peters, Dell Davis, Laura Townsend front row, L-R; Janie Barnett and Laurie Hall Not shown; Samantha Call.

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The District in Claremore Readies for Seasonal Shoppers Above: District owner Cari Bohannan showcases new fall clothing arrivals.

BY TOM FINK

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s downtown Claremore’s premier women’s clothing, accessories and gift store, The District on Main stays busy year-round.

With Christmas just around the corner, however, the locallyowned business is more like Santa’s workshop, as employees stock the shelves so that customers will have plenty of gift selections to choose from for the upcoming holiday season.

“We’ll be getting the Christmas shopping season off to a start with an open house, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 7,” said Cari Bohannan, The District owner.

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“We’ll have the store completely decorated for Christmas, there will be door prizes, snacks, we’ll be offering several specials, and we’ll even offer layaway options – it’s our way of helping get the holiday shopping season off to a great start for everyone.”

Known locally as downtown Claremore’s boutique with trendy and classic clothing for all ages at affordable prices, The District also offers cards for any occasion, grooming items for men and women, and a large assortment of unique, brand name gifts.

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spend a lot of time going to market to pick out items – I like to feel and touch everything because I’m always looking for quality items to carry in our store.”

Kendra Scott, Brighton, Gorjana are just a few of the recognizable, popular name brands in jewelry carried at Bohannan’s shop, perfect for any occasion, but especially for Christmas.

“Our go-to gift items are almost always jewelry,” she said. “Jewelry is something that’s ideal for anyone to give – or simply to buy for themselves, and so many of the jewelry items we carry are exclusive to us, and as I like to say, jewelry

Above & Right: In addition to carrying accessories and gift items for women of all tastes and sizes, The District on Main also carries an assortment of grooming products for men.

always fits.”

Also available are Hobo handbags, Free People, Frye Boots, TOMS shoes, Lauren James, LivyLu, Jadelynn Brooke, Tribal Sportswear, Ivy Jane, Caldrea, Nora Fleming, Musee, Blue Q, Dear John Denim, Articles of Society, Swell, Corksicle, Kate Spade and much more.

Bohannan first became owner of the shop in 2012, when it was across the street from its current location at 406 W. Will Rogers, overseeing renovations made in 2016 to revamp the store while retaining the original character of the historic building.

“Where we are now just has a different atmosphere from our old store – we kept much of the exposed brick, we redid the front to what it was originally – we just took it back to where it used to be to honor the history of the building,” she said.

And this holiday season, The District shoppers may even go home with more than gifts for family, friends or themselves, as the boutique is a Santa Cash

participant, and offers Santa Cash tickets to its customers, who are then entered in a drawing in December for cash prizes of $10,000, $2,5000, or $1,000.

Black Friday and “Small Saturday” specials will be announced at a later date.

The District on Main is located at 406 West Will Rogers Boulevard (downtown) in Claremore.

Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Bohannan,

who also owns The Baby District on Main, said The District may be open on Sundays in December.

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Above: Customer Linda Nichols (left) inquires from owner Cari Bohannan about the selection of lockets available for purchase.

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free Medicare education & enrollment assistance

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or most Medicare beneficiaries, the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, which runs Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, is their only opportunity each year to enroll in or change their Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Part D helps thousands of Oklahoma Medicare beneficiaries, especially those with lower incomes or extremely high medication costs, enabling them to better afford the medications they need for both chronic and life-threatening health conditions.

Those who are already on a Part D plan are encouraged to review their coverage annually. Not only might their prescription drug needs have changed, but also the Part D formularies change every year. A plan that worked well for someone in 2019 may no longer cover their most expensive prescriptions in 2020. Without a review, they won’t find that out until prescriptions are filled in January, and then it will be too late to change plans.

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beneficiaries have the best coverage for their specific prescription drug needs is to compare plans on the Medicare.gov Plan Finder each year.

In 2020 there will be 29 stand-alone Part D plans in Oklahoma from which to choose.

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For 2020, several important Medicare changes further necessitate beneficiaries reviewing their coverage options, including: • The “donut hole” has closed. In 2020 the beneficiary co-pays will be 25% of the providers’ negotiated prices for both brand name and generic drugs. The providers’ negotiated prices will vary from company to company.

• With the closing of the donut hole, come new expenditure thresholds before reaching catastrophic coverage where beneficiaries pay only 5% of their drug costs.

• Medicare has a brand new Plan Finder for comparing Part D and Medicare Advantage health plans.

Above: The MAP (Medicare Assistance Program) team.

It is recommended that From left to right, Roxanne King, Kathy Jones, Channing beneficiaries create a Rutherford and Mary Paluso.

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better manage all of their Medicare benefits and for optimum use of the new Plan Finder.

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1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow, OK Tickets: (918) 258-0077 or Online at bacptheatre.com November 10, 2019 Harlem Quartet Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

November 15-17, 2019 Vintage Tulsa Show Expo Square - Exchange Center 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 619-2875 vintagetulsashow.com November 15-17, 2019 Legally Blonde Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

(918) 495-6866 oru.edu November 15, 2019 - 10:30am Robert Edsel Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsatownhall.com November 16, 2019 - 7:30pm Mozart Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com November 17, 2019 - 12pm to 5pm Oklahoma Bridal & Wedding Expo Expo Square - Exchange Center 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (888) 560-3976 bridalshowsok-es.com

November 21-24, 2019 - 8am to 5pm Hunter Jumper Exhibitors of Oklahoma Fall Finale Expo Square - Mustang Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK hjeo.com

November 9, 2019 - 5:30pm Rock ‘N Folk ‘N Chili Cook-Off Cain’s Ballroom 423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK (918) 584-2306 cainsballroom.com November 9, 2019 - 8am to 12pm Eagle Ops Welcome Home 5K Mohawk Park 5701 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK

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Book by Mark Cabaniss Music and Lyrics by Lowell Alexander

November 15-16, 2019 Flo Kickoff Classic Expo Square - Pavilion 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 366-4411 worldofwrestling-roller.com

November 8-10, 2019 Jurassic Quest Cox Business Center 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK (918) 894-4350 coxcentertulsa.com

Broken Arrow Community Playhouse

November 15-18, 2019 ORU Showcase Theatre presents: Proof Howard Auditorium 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK

November 21, 2019 - 5pm Kevin O’Leary on Wealth Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

November 22-24, 2019 Braum’s An Affair of the Heart Expo Square - River Spirit Expo, Upper Level 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK heartoftulsa.com November 23-24, 2019 2019 Oklahoma Family Pet Expo Expo Square - Central Park Hall 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 245-8006 event1inc.net November 24, 2019 - 8am Williams Route 66 Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay & 5K 7th & Main St, Tulsa, OK route66marathon.com November 28 - December 1, 2019 USA BMX Grand Nationals Expo Square - River Spirit Expo 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (480) 961-1903 usabmx.com November 29, 2019 - 8:30am Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run BOK Center 200 S Denver Ave W, Tulsa, OK runsignup.com November 30, 2019 - 8pm Grady Nichols Christmas Show Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com December 4, 2019 Brown Bag It: Tulsa Festival Ringers Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

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