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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.

Blueberry Lavender Jam, Strawberry Basil Jam and Hot Apricot Jalapeno Jam. To satisfy a sweet tooth, THS members have made White Chocolate and Strawberry Herbal Bark candy, and

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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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klahomans are no strangers to extreme weather, but is your vehicle ready for a brutal winter? Local meteorological reports are saying get ready for the cold! South Pointe Chevrolet is your authority on ensuring vehicles are weather prepared and safe for the season.

Located at 9146 South Memorial in Tulsa, South Point Chevrolet’s Service and Parts Department values customer safety and satisfaction above everything else.

Their highly trained technicians

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are always up-to-date on the latest technology to ensure every vehicle they service is at its peak performance, with multipoint inspections that are thorough and comprehensive. All inspections are free, showing that they truly care for their customers and their safety on the road.

Service Director, Alan McLaughlin, has a hunch this season is going to be an exciting winter and highly recommends taking essential steps to keep your vehicle running safely and efficiently. “You don’t want to get

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stuck with problems in the cold,” he said. “We just finished a very hot summer, and those extreme temperatures can wreak havoc on the internal workings of your vehicle,” he said.” Excessive heat can wear on belts and hoses, tires and the cooling system. “When the weather changes to extreme cold or hot, that’s when we see the most problems when things go wrong with a vehicle.” South Pointe advises taking advantage of their free multipoint inspection, which covers a thorough analysis of the vehicle, including basic care essentials.

Left: South Pointe Chevrolet service advisor team (L-R) service manager Alan McLaughlin, Jody Moore, Mike Wolfe, Wes Adams and Kenny Peevyhouse.

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Right: Service technician Steven performs a tire rotation.

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When antifreeze is new, it has a sweet smell to it, but once it starts to get old or dirty, it will develop an odor as it becomes acidic. Old antifreeze can eat away at the hoses and internal workings, weakening those parts. An extreme change in temperature, such as a freeze, can cause weakened parts to crack and burst, perhaps the radiator or engine block. “When you go from hot to cold, that’s when you can see problems,” said Alan. “If a hose cracks, a little seep can turn into an even bigger leak.”

TIRES

During the hot summer months, tires can wear quickly and even become dry and cracked. If tire

pressure is too low or too high, uneven wear on the tires can cause the tire to become hazardous, with blowouts a possibility. As temperatures change, so does the tire pressure in your vehicle. South Point will check tire pressure and fill as needed for free; just simply pull in and request. Checking your own tires is imperative, with regular emphasis on the tread and pressure.

Most tires are now equipped with tread lines that show when the tread is low, but if you do not have these, a penny can be a good measurement tool. “If you turn the penny upside down and stick it between the tread, Lincoln’s nose should be covered,” said Alan. “Below that, it’s time for new tires.” Bear in mind that tire wear can vary depending on consistent tire pressure, so checking the entire surface, center and sides, is a good practice.

BATTERY

If your vehicle battery is more than three years old, it is highly advisable to have it inspected.

Extreme temperature changes can weaken the cells, and a voltage check will help identify the need for replacement.

“When the weather changes to extreme cold or hot, that’s when we see the most problems when things go wrong with a vehicle.”

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Wiper blades, hoses and belts, and other fluids in the car should be checked regularly, but especially before Winter and summer, as they will rapidly deteriorate in excessive heat or cold.

The experts at South Point are ready to serve and inspect your vehicle for your seasonal security.

Stop in now and trust them to keep you warm and safe on the road this winter.

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Bindas Mechanical Solutions Provides Everyday Solutions to HVAC Problems

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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.

Many times, there’s a lot of life left in a customer’s R22 system, depending on age and how well the unit has been maintained.”

As to what the most important measure is to take to help ensure longevity and prevent breakdowns in an HVAC system, George advises “routine maintenance.”

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

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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.

“Many of the brands we carry are exclusive to us,” Bohannan said. “I

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

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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

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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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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A TABLE WITH A STORY… FOR FRIENDSGIVING

BY SHANNON SMITH

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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.

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PERSONALIZE YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE

BY JOSH MORIN

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ne of the most common questions people ask me is, “What is the best way to train?”

The problem with that question is that everyone’s body, nutrition and lifestyle is different, so there is no one-sizefits-all miracle workout or training program. The real answer is the way that best suits your specific goals and body type. For one person, the solution may be CrossFit, for another, it’s heavyweights and for someone else, it’s yoga and running. Just because it works for them does not necessarily mean that it will work for you. So how do you figure that out?

STEP 1: SET GOALS What are you specifically seeking to accomplish through your exercise regiment? Gain muscle? Build strength? Develop endurance? Burn

fat? Improve flexibility? Train for a sport or competition?

All of these goals are achieved through different types of training.

Deciding on clear intentions helps you to focus specifically on getting the results you are after. There are many approaches to exercise, and not just any single one is the “best.”

STEP 2: MAP OUT A PLAN If you are just starting out or have limited experience, finding a fitness mentor to answer your questions and assist you in your programming is a great way to start out. Just like with diet opinions, always consider the source of information and do your own research and fact-checking if you decide to build your own plan. Hiring a personal trainer who has in-depth professional experience in the type of program you decide on will be the most beneficial in the long run. If you find yourself in a place where been training for years but seem to stagnate in your progress, find a more experienced mentor who can offer insight and suggestions to assist you in adjusting your training methods.

The most dangerous approach is to dive head-first into a program, class or

activity that you’ve never tried. Going hard at a new sport or program without taking the time to ease into it and test how your body responds is the fastest way to find yourself injured, in pain, and eventually losing motivation and giving up. Most gyms offer a free day pass, so check out your options and make sure they provide the amenities you want at a price that fits your budget. Sports and training classes typically offer tryouts and free trials as well, so take advantage of those opportunities before spending money and committing.

Once you’ve done your research and learned how to take into account your body type and how you recover doing specific workouts, map out a scheduled plan that you can commit to following weekly. Schedule around various muscle groups, rest and intensity levels.

Training all-out every single day is not the most beneficial approach. Your body isn’t built to handle that kind of abuse. Rest and recovery are just as important when it comes to your progress, so giving your body time to heal and build makes a significant difference in your results and will optimize your strength and energy for higher output on training days.

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training and nutrition to help prepare your body for a workout, get faster or better results and aid in recovery.

STEP 3: TRIAL AND ERROR Now that you’ve set your goals, committed to a program, mapped out a routine and have been working out for a few months, it’s time to assess your results.

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How do you ultimately feel?

Over the past 15 years, I have tried every type of training that I’ve come across, including CrossFit, low volume heavy lifting, high volume training, functional strength, yoga, pilates and many more, and have discovered that what works best for me is not what works best for my friends and colleagues. I understand my body, how I recover, and what is required through my workouts in order to achieve the results I am seeking in correlation to my specific goals. It will take time and consistency while exposing yourself to different types of training in order to figure out what one works best for you, and if you realize the one you’re doing isn’t working for you, explore your options until you find something that does what you want and fine-tune your nutrition and supplement intake accordingly.

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WILL’S COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATES THE SEASON, HARKENS BACK TO SIMPLER TIMES

BY TOM FINK

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his December, the ghost of Christmas past will be paying a visit to Oologah for the annual Will’s Country Christmas celebration.

Named in honor of Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will’s Country Christmas is an annual holiday celebration which harkens back to simpler times, giving the young and the young at heart alike the

chance to see how the Rogers family might have celebrated the festive Christmas season.

“We’re now in our fifth year, and this (event) has really grown since we first started in 2014,” said Tad Jones, executive director, Will Rogers Memorial Museum. “The first couple of years were a little slow but okay, and after word-ofmouth started getting out, it began

Below: Will Rogers Museum Executive Director Tad Jones.

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to grow, and last year, attendance reached about 1,500 -- we’re hoping for a good turnout again this year. We’re keeping a lot of the things that the crowds have enjoyed so much in the past, so it will give people the chance to come out and enjoy the season ‘Will Rogers’-style.”

The impetus for the event came years ago, when Jones learned of

parents or guardians, and have a fun, safe time before and to celebrate the Christmas season in a simple, 19th century type of atmosphere.”

Although the event Above: Christmas decorations done Western style will be the theme of now has the evenings in Oologah at Will’s Country Christmas a strong following, the sale of Dry Gulch, and with it, such wasn’t the case at the the possible end of the Christmas beginning. train. Jones and staff decided to “When we first started, we do their own variation of a Dry weren’t sure what people might Gulch Christmas celebration in want to do – we knew we couldn’t Oologah, and thus, Will’s Country recreate everything that Dry Gulch Christmas was born. had – obviously, “We’re going to be bringing back whatever we the Wild West Hayride, which did would have will be $5 for people 15 and older to be a much – that’s the only fee people will smaller version, have to pay, other than for food, but we started as there will be food trucks and small, and it’s vendors on-site in case people slowly grown want to get something to eat,” over the years, Jones said. “Admission is free, found its niche, and we’ll have a train ride for the and become kids, carriage rides, camel and a favorite of pony rides, 19th century games, people from crafts for the kids inside the barn, around the storytelling on the back porch, and area and the pictures with Santa Claus in the state,” he said.

Birthplace Ranch, also free.”

“This year, we’re Making their comeback to the hoping for Birthplace Ranch will be the Wild good weather, West reenactors, the Tri-State and that all the Gunfighters, who will be staging a families who “Christmas-themed” shootout. have come out “This is definitely a familyin the past will friendly event – even the ‘shootout’ come back to is appropriate for children of all see us again ages,” he said. “When we created this year and this, we wanted it to be centered bring their around kids – to give them the friends and chance to get out for a couple other members of hours with their siblings and of the family

to make new, lasting Christmas memories.”

Will’s Country Christmas will be held Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Birthplace Ranch in Oologah, 9501 E. 380 Road.

Festivities will be 5-9 p.m. each evening.

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BY TOM FINK

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hile Bobby Troup may have encouraged people to get their kicks on Route 66, just up the road in Claremore, drivers find more than just kicks, but also find mouthwatering Mexican Cuisine at

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant.

Maguey, the restaurant named for Located on the southern corridor a plant indigenous to Mexico and of the stretch of Route 66 near indicative of Chantal and Saul’s Claremore, El Maguey has a wellroots. deserved reputation for delicious, “We wanted to call the restaurant authentic Mexican cuisine at something that was a part of our a restaurant where everyone – heritage,” Chantal said. restaurant staff and A visit to El Maguey is like a trip customers alike – are to Vidal’s hometown of Michoacan, family or they feel Mexico, your taste buds, as they like family. only fresh meat, vegetables, and Just ask Chantal other ingredients in its unique Vidal. recipes and dishes, making salsa, “We opened in 2005, guacamole, chips fresh daily, and and my husband never precooking orders. and I have been here “We’re always wanting to improve from the beginning,” – in our quality, in our service, in said Vidal, manager customer satisfaction,” she said. and co-owner. “Over “My goal is for us to be consistent the years, many of in what we provide – for our our customers have customers to know that we’re a good, returned, become reliable restaurant they can come to, ‘regulars,’ and we knowing that they’ll be able to order see them and their something they like for a good price, family all the time, with good portions, and that they’re they see us, and each going to be treated like family when of us sees how our they’re here.” different families – Among some of the popular menu and the restaurant items are the El Maguey’s unique -- have grown. We’re a fajitas – like the Fajitas Texas, with family business, and a combination of beef, chicken and part of that family is shrimp for one, Vegetarian Fajitas, our customers.” with mushrooms, zucchini and Serving generations other veggies, the Fajitas Special, of families with boasting generous portions of Above: Staff at El Maguey, including Mario Camacho and Pablo Gonzalez, oversee the preparation of fresh menu smiles and hospitality chicken and shrimp, mushrooms items for customers. comes naturally at El and zucchini with cheese sauce, or

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tic ne Above: Saul Magana and Chantal Vidal co-own El Maguey Mexican Restaurant in Claremore.

the Parrillada Mexicana, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream and pico de gallo, the main dish of which consists of beef, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, onions, fresh jalapenos and potatoes.

Come by for lunch and ask about any of the 13 different lunch specials, whether your tastes are for chile rellenos, burritos, tacos, enchiladas, chalupas, beef or chicken quesadillas, flautas or tamales, with sides of fried beans, rice, salad or more.

Special lunch deals are served from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. from Monday through Saturday, for a modest cost of only $5.99, sure to fill you up without emptying your wallet.

Other specials include the Speedy Gonzales, which includes a single taco, enchilada and your choice of rice and beans, the Taco

Loco, which serves up a fried flour tortilla filled with chicken, cheese dip, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and (Mexican) rice, the Fajita Lunch, which offers beef topped with cheese sauce, guacamole salad and refried beans, and for something

“We’re a family business, and part of that family is our customers.” different, try the Huevos Rancheros, which is two fried eggs with rice and beans, or the Huevos ala Mexican, which is two fried eggs with tomatoes, onions and jalapenos, also served with rice and beans.

Seafood, chicken, steak, port and vegetarian options are available in most menu items, and for the ninos (kids) 10 and under, ask about the children’s plates, with chicken tenders, corndogs, burritos, tacos, enchiladas or other child-sized dishes, served with a soft drink.

Planning an event? Ask Chantal about El Maguey’s catering options, as the restaurant prepares and delivers around the area for any occasion, big or small.

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant in Claremore is open seven days a week and is located at 1958 South Highway 66. For more information, call 918-341-7677 or visit them online at elmagueyrestaurantok.com.

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BY CAROL CARTER

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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.

The only way to ensure

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.

The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services offers free Medicare education and enrollment assistance. During last year’s enrollment period, MAP helped more than 1,400 beneficiaries compare plans, and two-thirds of those chose to either enroll in Part D for the first time or switch plans, saving them each an average of $1,785. Altogether, MAP saved beneficiaries more than $1.6 million on their 2019 prescription drug costs.

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.

With these changes come even more ways for MAP at LIFE Senior Services to help Medicare beneficiaries navigate their options, including: • MAP counselors can help beneficiaries set up their MyMedicare.gov accounts.

• MAP counselors will help beneficiaries compare Part D plans based on their individual prescription drug needs. They will explain the differences in the most affordable plans, and then enroll beneficiaries in the plan of their choice. In less than an hour, beneficiaries can feel confident that they have made the right choice for their 2020 Part D coverage.

• MAP has expanded to offer up to 1,700 appointments during the Open Enrollment Period. Assistance is free, but appointments are required.

• MAP is also expanding opportunities for phone appointments to help beneficiaries who are homebound or who live outside the Tulsa area.

Medicare Open Enrollment is currently underway, so don’t put off making an appointment for MAP’s Part D Clinics. MAP counselors will help ensure that you have the most cost-effective prescription drug coverage available for your medication needs in 2020.

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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.”

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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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The Wisdom

of Ollie Starr

2019 OKLAHOMA WOMEN’S HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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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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Left: 2019 Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame Inductees (L-R) The Honorable Noma Gurich, Ms. Ollie Starr, Ms. Andrea Holmes Volturo (accepting in memory of Helen Freudenberger Holmes, Maj (USA, Ret) and Ms. Judy Love.

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THE CITY OF WAGONER:

Your Christmas Destination!

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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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. 2- Pet Photos with Santa, Ugly Sweater Contest, Light Show, 5:30 p.m.

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.

Dec. 21-Christmas Show featuring Whitney Peters-Bradley, Rachel Janaelle, Adam Foreman. Branson -style show full of yuletide cheerBenefit for WAGS 7:30 p.m. *Ticketed event- $5.00 for adults, $15 for a family ticket 4- pack ** Dates, times, performances, activities subject to change-some events may be subject to extreme weather.

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West Bend Winterland RETURNS TO CLAREMORE

BY TOM FINK

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hristmas season comes to Claremore early this year with the return of West Bend Winterland to the Claremore Expo Center. Now in its third year, the annual yuletide celebration brings all things yule to northeastern Oklahoma, including skating, hot chocolate and apple cider, Santa Claus, and one the biggest Christmas trees in the state.

“This year’s tree will be a 65-foot Norwegian spruce, our city manager has already selected the perfect tree, and it will be coming to us from Manton, Michigan,” said Tanya Andrews, executive director, Visit Claremore. “A new partner – Melton Truck lines in Catoosa, whom we’re very excited to be partnered with – will be picking it up and delivering it for us.

“The tree lighting ceremony itself will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, in the Expo Center parking lot, and this (ceremony) signifies the official beginning of West Bend Winterland,”

she continued. “Although we won’t be doing a monthlong Winterland as in the past, we will be hosting several events over the course of the weeks leading up to Christmas to give members of the Claremore and surrounding communities the chance to come out and get into the Christmas spirit.”

A miniature train for the children to enjoy riding, an oversized “snow globe” for photo ops, hot cocoa, and possible food options will coincide with the evening’s kick-off.

In the weeks that follow the tree lighting, special evening events will be held, such as a night for senior citizens, open skating nights, and more.

“We’re really trying to attract a variety of folks in the community, so we want to cater to the senior citizens one evening – have them come out, possibly have a school choir sing Christmas carols for them, offer hot cocoa, and in the spirit of Christmas,

really engage them,” she said.

During Open Skate Night – to be held Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14 – no admission will be charged to skate on the synthetic ice (skating) rink, with skaters of all ages and skill levels encouraged to participate.

“Ice skating can be difficult, especially for people with little experience or for the very young kids, so we just encourage them, with their parent’s help, to go out on the rink in their socks or if they have sneakers on, to go out with their sneakers on,” Andrews said.

“Some kids are a little braver and will put on the skates, but we want everyone to have the chance to know what it feels like to ice skate.”

And what would any Christmas celebration be without an appearance from Kris Kringle himself?

“We’ll have a couple of very special visitors one evening – the first of which is going to be Santa Claus so that children can get their pictures

Above: Visit Claremore staff Tanya Andrews (from left), Jessica Putz, Wendy Woody, and Allison Burkhead work on finalizing details for the 2019 West Bend Winterland celebration.

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Above: A 65-foot Norwegian spruce has been selected as the tree for this year’s West Bend Winterland. The tree, currently in Michigan, will be cut and transported to Claremore

taken with him. We encourage people to bring their phones or cameras to get photographs of their children with Santa,” she said. “That same night will be the Disney princesses provided from a local company called Nerd Alert Customs, Once Upon An Event, a charity costuming group, and they’ll also be available for photos with children.”

Although specially-themed evenings are scheduled, the tree itself will be available to visit and photograph throughout most of December, according to Jessica Putz, Director of

Above: Ice skating returns with West Bend Winterland.

Sales and Marketing, Visit Claremore. year, complete with fireworks at 9 p.m.

“Another night, we’ll be hosting a West Bend Winterland is community ‘Meet At The Tree’ night, made possible by its sponsors, during which, we’re inviting people to including Melton Truck Lines, turn out and maybe say a prayer for RCB Bank, GRDA, BancFirst, the community, meet their neighbors, IRA Green Construction, the and take some time to get to know City of Claremore, Claremore one another, since Christmastime is Reveille Rotary Club, Casey’s the season of brotherly love,” Putz said.

General Store; Rosenstien, Fist & “We’re thinking of encouraging people Ringold, Claremore Daily Progress, to bring out an ornament to place on MoreClaremore, LLC and Visit the tree to help beautify it, and give Claremore. them a stronger sense that the tree is For more information about West part of our community.”

Bend Winterland, or to volunteer, “For me, something that I think contact Andrews at tandrews@ truly distinguishes this from other claremorecity.com.

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• Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m. – Christmas Tree Some towns may have Christmas Lighting Ceremony • Dec. 7 - 5:30 p.m., Christmas Parade drives, where people can drive around • Dec. 10 - 7 p.m., Meet At The Tree and look at lights, but with West Bend • Dec. 12 – 5-7:30 p.m., Senior Winterland, everything is all in one Citizens Night Out place for people to enjoy.

• Dec. 13 & 14 – 5-9 p.m., Open “Christmas is a time to reflect, for Skate Night; 6-8 p.m., Santa Clause everyone to put their differences aside visit, and visits with the Disney and get into the spirit of the season, Princesses to be a good neighbor, to be kind to • Dec. 31 - 6-9 p.m., New Year’s Eve one another,” she said. “(West Bend) Bash Winterland is for everyone, especially the kids, to come out, enjoy a safe environment, maybe do some skating, and just be kids or kids at heart.”

West Bend Winterland is complimentary, made possible by our great partners.

West Bend Winterland festivities will continue through Dec. 31 at the city’s New Year’s Eve Bash, during which, the skating rink will be open, an on-site DJ will provide music, and an Above: Santa Claus will be making a guest appearance apple cider toast will be Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13 and 14, in Claremore at West held to ring in the new Bend Winterland. No professional photography will be onsite, but photos may be taken with cell phones or cameras.

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OklaMoments November 2, 2019 - 10am Native American Festival Rogers State University 1701 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK (918) 343-7777 visitclaremore.org November 4, 2019 - 9am to 10am Will Rogers Birthday Party Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E 380 Rd, Oologah, OK (918) 275-4201 willrogers.com

November 23, 2019 - 10am to 12pm Jenks Kiwanis Christmas Parade 2019 Downtown Main Street, Jenks OK (918) 636-1868 jenkschamber.com MUSKOGEE, OK November 23, 2019 - 7pm to 9pm Boare’s Heade Feaste Castle of Muskogee 3400 W Fern Mountain Rd, Muskogee, OK (918) 687-3625 okcastle.com

November 11, 2019 - 11:11am to 12pm Veteran’s Day Parade Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Pkwy Claremore, OK (918) 342-5357 visitclaremore.org November 12, 2019 - 5:30pm November Cash Mob Claremore Main Street Office 419 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK (918) 341-5881 downtownclaremore.org November 16, 2019 - 9am to 4pm Oologah UMC 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar Oologah United Methodist Church 5834 E 410 Rd, Oologah, OK (918) 443-2457 downtownclaremore.org November 22-23, 2019 - 6pm to 9pm Dickens on the Boulevard Claremore Main Street 419 W Will Rogers Blvd Claremore, OK (918) 341-5881 downtownclaremore.org

OWASSO/COLLINSVILLE, OK November 16, 2019 - 5pm to 8pm Turkey Bingo Collinsville Veterans Builiding 909 W Main St, Collinsville, OK (918) 371-4703 collinsvillechamber.org SAPULPA/CREEK COUNTY, OK Every Thursday - 5:30pm to 7:30 pm Sapulpa Artists’ Guild Painting Classes Sapulpa Senior Citizen Center 515 E Dewey Ave, Sapulpa, OK (918) 224-8106 sapulpachamber.com November 9, 2019 - 8am to 3pm Good Shepherd Holiday Bazaar Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 1420 E Dewey Ave, Sapulpa, OK (918) 224-5144 sapulpachamber.com November 28, 2019 - 4pm to 5:30pm Adulting Classes - Nutrition and Cooking Sapulpa Public Library 27 W Dewey Ave, Sapulpa, OK (918) 224-5624 sapulpachamber.com

JENKS, OK November 9, 2019 - 2pm to 4pm Sea Turtle Birthday Celebration Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Dr, Jenks, OK (918) 528-1507 okaquarium.org

TULSA, OK Every Saturday Tulsa Wheelmen Saturday Morning Ride 41st Street Plaza 4100 Riverside Dr, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-2001 fb.com/tulsawheelmen

November 21, 2019 - 5pm to 8pm Lights On! 2019 Downtown Main Street, Jenks OK (918) 299-5005 jenkschamber.com

Every Sunday - 1pm to 2pm Disc Golf Mini-Tourney 41st and Riverside Park, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-2001 tulsadiscsports.org

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November 1-3, 2019 Fall Home Expo Expo Square - Exchange Center 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 605-5480 fallhomeexpo.com November 1-4, 2019 ORU Theatre presents: The Importance of Being Earnest Howard Auditorium 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 495-6866 oru.edu November 1-9, 2019 Color Congress Expo Square - Ford Truck Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (405) 491-0111 pinto.org November 5, 2019 - 7:30pm Bandstand Tulsa PAC Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

November 6, 2019 - 12:10pm Brown Bag It: Cherokee National Youth Choir Tulsa PAC - Westby Pavilion 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com November 7, 2019 - 5:30pm to 7pm Unite!: End of Campaign Celebration Tulsa Club Hotel 115 E 5th St, Tulsa, OK (918) 295-6601 tauw.org

COMMUNITY CALENDAR November 7-17, 2019 Love, Loss, and What I Wore Tulsa PAC - Liddy Doenges Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

November 9, 2019 McNellie’s Pub Run Fleet Feet - Blue Dome 418 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK runsignup.com

November 8, 2019 - 7:30pm to 11pm Light the Night Walk River West Festival Park 2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 807-2412 lightthenight.org

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 (918) 600-1911 eagleops.org November 9-10, 2019 Wanenmacher’s Tulsa Arms Show Expo Square - River Spirit Expo 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 492-0401 tulsaarmsshow.com

November 8-9, 2019 Wild at Art Tulsa Rose Garden 2435 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 576-5155 tulsagardencenter.org November 8-10, 2019 Jurassic Quest Cox Business Center 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK (918) 894-4350 coxcentertulsa.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 15-17, 2019 Legally Blonde Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

November 8, 2019 Dragons Love Tacos and Other Stories Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com November 8, 2019 - 6:30pm to 10pm Boomtown 2019 Tulsa Zoo 6421 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK (918) 669-6600 tulsazoo.org

November 15-17, 2019 Vintage Tulsa Show Expo Square - Exchange Center 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 619-2875 vintagetulsashow.com

November 10, 2019 Harlem Quartet Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

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

November 15-18, 2019 ORU Showcase Theatre presents: Proof Howard Auditorium 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK (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 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 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 30, 2019 - 8pm Grady Nichols Christmas Show Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

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

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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