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How to Be a Tourist in Your Own City 8 FUN, AFFORDABLE IDEAS, AND 5 REASONS WHY!

BY KENDEL STOCKER, VISIT CLAREMORE

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love traveling to new cities and gaining new experiences.

Unfortunately, with the pandemic ruining most of our plans, I felt the urge to explore and know more about the town that I have grown up in and where I raise my family.

As I started exploring in my own backyard, I realized how much there was to learn about my own city. You’d be surprised how much there is to see and how little you probably know about the place you live. For some, low budgets due to job losses and being “Safer at Home,” it definitely put a dent in the fun of summer traveling this year, without a doubt. But just because you can’t go far doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time.

Lovingly called a “stay-cation” by some, I call it being a tourist in your own city.

Here are eight ways on how to do it and you can do it as a family!

1. Get a Visitor’s Guide.

You can find a Visitor’s Guide online at the bottom

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of visitclaremore.org or by calling a local hotel or motel. Ask to pick up a few for local attractions or activities that grab your attention, especially the ones that seem like something you wouldn’t normally pay attention to.

Ask the hotelier or call Visit Claremore at (918) 341-8688 for what they recommend to tourists who have one day to spend in our city. And then be sure and call and ask if there’s a discount for locals or residents (you’d be surprised to learn how many places offer discounts like that!).

2. Get a friend to show you around like you’re a tourist.

Call up a friend you know who usually loves showing visitors around town and ask them to take you to some of their favorite places that make the city you live in special! They may take you to a place you would have never thought about visiting.

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3. Move through it differently than you usually do.

Consider taking tours in the historic downtown up to the Will Roger’s Museum and other museums along the way. You’ll see your city with fresh eyes when learning about interesting points and fun historical facts.

4. Take cheesy photos of yourself in front of tourist spots.

That wellknown statue at the Claremore Progress. A view at Claremore Lake. The famous murals downtown. The president’s at RSU. Even if you’ve already seen a lot of the city’s tourist spots, embrace the cheesiness of visiting them again by taking photos of yourself in front of them. Be sure to share and use the hashtag #visitclaremore in them!

5. Grab a meal at the most touristy restaurant in town.

Get the dish they swear they’re the best at making and that our city’s known for. Revel in its tasty (or greasy) glory.

But also take a look around when you get there. I’ve found a lot of the touristy spots actually have cool history to them, with old photos decorating the walls and stories about our town waiting to be discovered.

6. Do something outdoors that only your city can offer.

We have an awesome mountain bike trail and now offer kayaking at the lake. Do it! Ever been to RSU’s Nature Trail? See it. Tons of farms open their “doors” during particularly lovely parts of the seasons? Take advantage! There are public fountains or water features that you can take the kids to. Have fun! Chances are there’s something outdoorsy our city does well and promotes to tourists; discover it.

7. Cheer on a local sports team.

You can go to a game, or even go to a sports bar to watch a game on a TV, surrounded by passionate locals and tourists alike. It’ll give you a good feeling of the spirit of our city. Youth baseball will be playing through June possibly into July.

8. Embrace a bit of history.

We have some amazing attractions that all illustrate an exciting part of our hometown’s history that might be worth checking out. Think about stopping and reading any roadside markers with interesting historical facts. And check to see if our city has any historical collections at our local library — sometimes you can find a whole collection of cool photos showing what our city looked like years ago. You can also find fun facts in Claremore’s Visitors Guide.

Looking for ideas for kiddos in tow?

Shepherd’s Cross and Swan’s Dairy are great places to take the kids!

And now for the 5 reasons why you should be a tourist!

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You’ll Get New Eyes.

Whether you want to explore more of your own city or travel in your home country, it will push you to take roads and corners you’ve never taken before.

Getting lost in streets you’ve never been to and seeing new and beautiful things you never realized were there make you see your city in a new light.

While exploring more of Claremore, I visited neighborhoods I was not used to traveling to and I took pictures as if I was a tourist in my own city. I would raise my head and open my eyes just to appreciate the magnificence of the beautiful older homes that surrounded me.

So why don’t we feel the urge to explore and visit our own city or country? Well, because we are so absorbed by our daily routine that we become blind and don’t pay attention to

the little details that are right in front of our eyes.

Sometimes beauty is right in front of us and we don’t even pay attention to it.

Raise your head, open your eyes and see the beauty that surrounds you.

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You’ll Learn About Your City’s History and Heritage.

You’ve been driving and have passed by this building, church, or statue thousands of times... but do you know the name of it or the story behind it? Take the time to learn about the history and secrets of your city! This can range from reading a book about the founders of your city, or going to museums, exhibits, and tours.

By exploring your own city’s history, you will get a better understanding of its heritage and be able to bring this with you while traveling abroad and share it with the people you meet. Did you know that many of our most famous residents have a street named after them?

Go explore the hidden gems of your city...

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Meet New People.

Have you ever played the game, “Talking to Strangers”?

The rule is simple: you have to engage a conversation with a complete stranger somewhere while exploring your own city. Okay, this might sound a little bit weird to just talk to someone randomly but believe me, you’ll be surprised by how interesting some conversations can be and how they can have a big impact on you!

One of the best places to play that game is in coffee shops because people tend to be more relaxed.

That’s how I met a gentleman that has lived here his entire life and attended RSU when it was a military academy.

Some conversations can be short; others can be longer. What matters is to meet new and different people in your own city; whether they are locals or tourists.

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Go to the Top. After walking and exploring the streets of the city, it is time to experience the top of it! Go to the top of the highest building or to a viewpoint at the highest level to get a panoramic view of your city. Then, for a completely different experience, do it again at night! My favorite spot in Claremore is at the Will Roger’s Museum where you can see the whole city. RSU by the soldier is another great spot! See your city from a new perspective.

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You’ll Feel Refreshed!

No more boredom!

Exploring your own city can be very refreshing since you will see new things and get a completely different perspective on the place you live. You just need to remind yourself that you can find beautiful things right where you are.

Obviously, this doesn’t mean that you don’t have to travel to other towns...but traveling in your own city will change your entire perception of your home and everything will look new when you’re done.

I wouldn’t have imagined traveling and exploring more of my own city was going to be such a great experience but it made me realize how beautiful it is and how much I want to share all this beauty and history with people coming to visit my home. Not to mention all the new information I have to share about my city when I do travel.

Keep exploring. Keep learning.

Stay curious.

And whether you are exploring your own city or visiting a new country, keep discovering.

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Buildings Built to Last

BY DUANE BLANKENSHIP

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nola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns owner Carl Parson built carports, buildings and pole barns for the past 21 years. His business has been located just east of Inola on the north side of Highway 412 since its inception.

Carl has been in the construction business for 43 years, starting with the construction department with the State of Oklahoma when he was still a very young man. Carl is assisted in the business today by his son-in-law, Cassidy Benner.

Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns always has more than 50 displays on their lot, affording customers a plethora of ideas to choose from. You will see portable buildings used as storage sheds, lawn equipment storage areas, pool-side bath houses, workshops, and even cute little cottages for when you’re getting away for a quiet weekend. There are standard plans and models to choose from, or you may do a little or a lot of customizing to any basic style that catches your eye. You may also

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opt to have your project built on site, or Inola Portable Buildings will build and deliver it to you. It’s your choice, and the cost is the same either way.

You’ll find 10 different Eagle Carports displayed on the Inola Portable Buildings lot. Examples include standard carports, combo carports with storage areas, garages and barns. All metal construction is of either 14- or 12-gauge steel. A 20-year limited warranty is provided on roofing materials for both gauge units, and there are 13 colors options.

“All wood beneath the floor, including floor joists and skids, is treated lumber. Floors joists and wall studs are placed on 16-inch centers.” You can compare metal and wood pole barns on display at the show lot.

Smart Panel Siding and Smart Trim are used in the manufacturing of most of the portable buildings made by Carl’s company, and they both carry a 25-year factory warranty. Both

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products are made by Louisiana Pacific and are insect and termite resistant. Forty-year treated skids are standard, as is three-quarterinch tongue and groove flooring.

You have the option of single or double doors. All studs are stud grade, 30-pound felt paper (a vapor barrier) is placed between the roof and shingles, and 30-year Heritage Shingles are standard.

Metal drip edges are also standard on roofs. Metal roofs are optional and offer a choice of 16 colors along with a limited lifetime warranty.

“We sell the best carports, the best portable buildings, and the best pole barns available,” says Carl. “If you check us out with the Better Business Bureau, you’ll find that we’ve never had a complaint filed against us.” In this day and age, that’s pretty remarkable.

You can see quality samples of all the products built and offered

by Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns at the Tulsa State Fair, the Tulsa Home Builders Home & Garden Show, and the House Beautiful Show, all held each year at Tulsa’s Expo Square.

Check online at www. inolaportablebuildings.com to see the full assortment of quality products and services offered by Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns. Or call or stop by and visit the show lot. Carl will be waiting for you to answer your questions and give you a guided tour around the outdoor showroom.

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Above: Carl Parson with a pole barn under construction by Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns.

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A Father’s Day To Celebrate

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une is one of my favorite months of the year. I was born on June first, which means I get to celebrate the entire month. And, I get to celebrate Father’s Day, which is even more meaningful to me this year. My father is 79 years old, and he was one of the first to contract COVID-19 in Oklahoma. He lives alone, and was convinced he didn’t have the virus, but after a lot of prodding from my sisters and I, he went to the hospital in Norman and tested positive for the virus and pneumonia. After six days in the hospital he got to go home, and three weeks later he got on his bicycle and rode 25 miles. He felt so good, he rode again the next day, and the next.

My dad has been bicycling for nearly thirty years, and his goal each year is to ride the total miles of the number of that year. So, this year he will ride 2,020 miles. Nearly every year he drives to Wichita Falls to ride

in the Hotter’N Hell Hundred, where he usually finishes the hundred mile ride with a few of his buddies.

I didn’t acquire my dad’s love for bicycling, but I did learn the importance of physical fitness and setting goals. He and my mom were married for fifty years before my mom passed away, and although he misses her dearly, he continues to live a very productive life. He has more friends than most men I know, which was proven with all the calls and texts during his illness. He has a sense of humor that everyone loves, even though he tends to tell a few of the same jokes over and over.

They’re still funny each time because it’s clear he gets so much joy from telling them.

One thing I did learn from him was how to grill a steak. He mixed a concoction of sauces and spices to marinate the meat before they hit the grill. Then he poked them with

a long fork until he deemed them perfectly done. My mom, however, would ask him every time, “Did you cook them long enough?” She was terrified of undercooked meat, and if the steaks were a little pink, they were not cooked long enough. Back then, I didn’t know that steak was supposed to be pink, and now I wouldn’t eat it any other way.

This Father’s Day will be extra special in my family as we celebrate the man who survived a terrible virus and recovered remarkably well.

He’s still telling the same jokes, and we’re still laughing at them. But maybe this year we’ll laugh a little bit longer.

If you’re firing up the grill, try my own concoction for saucing up a steak.

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In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients, adding salt and pepper to taste. Alternatively, if you don’t want to finely chop all the ingredients, put coarsely chopped ingredients into a food processor and pulse until a thick sauce develops.

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ulsa Home Shows invites all Tulsa area residents to come celebrate with them at their fifth Annual Spring Home & Outdoor Living Expo.

The event was necessarily rescheduled from the traditional late April dates to June 19-21 due to the historic COVID-19 virus.

When the show opens Friday, June 19, it will become the first public event at River Spirit Expo at Expo Square after the facility was forced to shut down on March 14. That shutdown created a premature end to the Greater Tulsa Home & Garden Show.

So, it’s only fitting that the first event back at the facility is a home and garden show.

The facility and show management will be following any remaining guidelines from the Tulsa County Health Department come the time of the event.

This event will allow Tulsa homeowners to finally satisfy their pent-up need to connect with professional home service and product providers following the periods of stay-at-home orders, business shutdowns, and all the other drama and stress created by the virus.

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specifically are poised to rebound from the virus rapidly, and Tulsa Home Shows is doing their part to kick-start the Tulsa economy with their FREE event.

Yes, admission to the event is FREE. Parking is FREE. There will be FREE gifts and a registry for a grand prize Sunday donated by the show’s title sponsor, Select Outdoor Solutions.

Details on this and more can be found on SpringHomeExpo.com.

Select Outdoor Solutions will be providing a Belgard® Fire Pit valued at over $1,000 to one lucky dad Sunday, Father’s Day, when the winner’s name is called at 4 p.m. Select Outdoor Solutions specializes in a spectrum of outdoor construction projects around the home ranging from any type of concrete work like driveways, patios and retaining walls to outdoor living spaces including pergolas, kitchens, fire features, pool remodels and much more. As a show special, they are offering a FREE sidewalk with any driveway replacement. The company is locally owned and operated by engineers and is a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, including special membership in the association’s Remodeling Council.

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Visitors will enjoy walking through the spacious 100,000 square-foot show with the opportunity to connect with hundreds of exhibitors.

These professionals will be offering information and solutions on every subject related to your home. The show will also feature a number of special activities and displays including: • The Tiny Home Town featuring multiple homes from area builders.

• Shopper’s Market showcasing unique cash-and-carry food and home product vendors.

• The Rescue Roundup helping to facilitate dog adoptions from local rescue groups.

• The American Red Cross Blood Drive Saturday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

• NEW THIS YEAR - The Summer Fun Zone featuring Wade’s RV. Please mark your calendar for June 19-21 and bring the family, especially dad, and celebrate the end of spring, beginning of summer, the reopening of Expo Square, Father’s Day, surviving the pandemic, or just for the fun of it.

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It’s a good habit to annually review your monthly expenses, looking for areas where you can cut costs. Start by discontinuing unused memberships/subscriptions.

Use less. Save more. An easy start is to ditch disposable items. Clean with rags rather than paper towels or cleaning wipes. Use reusable water bottles and dishes instead of buying bottled water and paper plates.

Rethink your purchase decisions. Start by making a list and sticking to it. Consider paying with cash. And bring only the cash you need, so you’re not tempted to splurge.

Expenses

Call your cable, phone and insurance companies and ask for options to reduce your bill. Compare prices of other companies or consider alternatives like pre-paid phones or streaming services.

Reduce utility expenses by adjusting your thermostat a few degrees. Unplug electrical items when not in use and reduce the number of days you water the lawn.

Stuff

Look for creative ways to repurpose common household items. Save glass jelly jars or clear plastic containers to organize your kitchen, office or craft room items. Cut up your old t-shirts for cleaning rags. Grab those Easter eggs and use them as handy snack containers. Find more moneysaving ideas online.

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Before grocery shopping, plan out your meals, check your cabinets for what you already have and buy only what you need. Use coupons and avoid impulse purchases.

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ARCADIA 1 Pops

Choose from more than 700 signature sodas or indulge in hand-dipped ice cream and milkshakes at this landmark.

ARDMORE 2 Lake Murray State Park Trail System

Located within Oklahoma’s largest state park, the trail system offers 10 miles of trails perfect for novice hikers and mountain bikers.

BARTLESVILLE 3 Woolaroc Museum &

Wildlife Preserve

This establishment serves as a working ranch, museum and wildlife preserve.

BROKEN BOW 4 Beavers Bend State Park

The serene beauty and endless activities found in Beavers Bend State Park Hochatown Area have turned southeastern Oklahoma into a vacation hotspot. Guests can choose a log cabin along the river, a lodge room with stunning views of Broken Bow Lake or a spacious campsite with all the amenities.

CATOOSA 5 The Blue Whale

If you have never seen the giant Blue Whale off Route 66. Fish, have a picnic or take the opportunity for a photo-op at this unique roadside attraction.

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This museum takes visitors on a “drive” through 1920s Oklahoma to the present day through videos, pictures and memorabilia.

CLAREMORE 7 Belvidere Mansion

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This historic museum features a gift shop and a tea room while providing a scenic view of the City of Claremore.

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The largest private gun collection in the world and a whole lot more!

9 Will Rogers Museum

Visit the memorial of one of the most iconic Oklahomans around.

DAVIS 10 Turner Falls Park

Swim, have a picnic, explore caves, hike camp and more in the heart of the Arbuckle Mountains!

ENID 11 Leonardo’s Children’s Museum

This interactive learning experience is one of Oklahoma’s most well know children’s museums.

12 Meadowlake Park

Bike, fish or channel your inner kid on the Ferris wheel, miniature golf course and carousel.

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Take a tour of the movie set, which comes complete with an 1800s saloon, hotel room and old jail.

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There are many more fun and interesting attractions. Below are a few ideas to get you started in planning a fun and intriguing getaway!

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FREEDOM 14 Alabaster Caverns State Park

Visitors can see the largest gypsum cave in the world that’s open for touring. Those who want to focus on photography can inquire about a photo tour.

GROVE 15 Lendonwood Gardens

Springtime is the ideal season to visit Lendonwood Gardens with eight acres filled with more than 1,500 plant species.

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The Old Greer County Museum is housed in a 1908 hospital building featuring over 60 rooms.

MIAMI 21 Coleman Theater

LAWTON 19 Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Stay camera ready in this 59,000-acre area.

The scenery is stunning, and you might run across fields of wildflowers, bison and longhorn moseying across the road or prairie dogs popping their heads up.

Attend a ballet, take in the opera or enjoy a western act at this historic theater.

22 Clanton’s Cafe

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OKLAHOMA CITY 23 Martin Park Nature Center

Take a hike, go camping or book a cabin at Robbers Cave State Park for an extended stay in the great outdoors.

24 Museum of Osteology

Displaying nearly 300 skeletons and 400 skulls from across the globe.

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E. W. Marland Mansion & Estate

The Marland story is fascinating and his home is an architectural wonder.

43,561 square feet Mediterranean Revival-style mansion was designed and constructed as a showplace for pieces of fine art and in the process; it became a masterpiece in its own right. You’ll learn about the Marland family, the industry that made it all possible and the “oil boom-town” that was raised from it all, Ponca City, Oklahoma.

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While the hands-on activities will have to wait for a later date, there’s still plenty of minds-on fun to experience right now.

STEAM activities, guided learning and expert-led classes give families a different way to experience history and culture. Handson and special event activities will include: 1. Plot constellations 2. Grind corn 3. Add to a weaving on a giant loom 4. Load a pioneer wagon to hypothesize your journey West 5. Dodge a geyser 6. Learn from science experiments 7. Hear from cross-cultural storytellers

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Visit Tulsa’s premier golf, dining and entertainment venue.

29 Echo Canyon Spa Resort

This beautiful resort is perfect for a romantic getaway or weekend with friends. Lavishly appointed rooms and an award-winning spa will leaves visitors feeling pampered. The resort’s Baronof Beef restaurant features a sumptuous, multicourse meal with steak, duck and fresh seafood that’s cooked to perfection.

TAHLEQUAH 26 Remington Park

Get your heartbeat racing at the quarterhorse racing capitol of the world.

27 Robbers Cave State Park

Located in the Sans Bois Mountains, this state park offers a scenic location to ride horses, hike, fish, camp and more.

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Float the Illinois River as a family or make it a friend-filled trip!

TULSA 31 Escape Tulsa

Test your problem-solving skills at Tulsa’s live escape game.

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33 The Gathering Place

Tulsa’s 66-acre, $400-million palace of a park features imaginative play areas, kid-friendly water features, sports courts, a boathouse and skate and bike park. This world-renown park kingdom provides a place for visitors of all ages to play.

WEATHERFORD 34 Lucille’s Roadhouse

Starting as a family-owned gas station in 1927, Lucille’s is now one of the most well known diners on Old Route 66.

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Above (L-R): “Ragin Cajun” Doug Kershaw, Chris Miller & Bayou Roots, and Jana Jae.

“Ragin’ Cajun” Doug Kershaw to Appear at Cajun Festival, July 4 in Grove

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ummer Music Festival season is on for three big music festivals in Grove on Grand Lake, Oklahoma, with all social distancing guidelines in place.

June 11, 12, 13 kicks off the season with the American Heritage Music Festival as a part of the Grove Chamber’s “Toes in the Grand,” a spectacular start to the season with great headliners, judges, and talented contestants for the National Fiddle Contest June 12. Held at Wolf Creek Park in Grove.

July 4 the nation celebrates its cultural diversity with the Arts, Crafts, Music & Cajun Festival featuring the Ragin’ Cajun himself, Doug Kershaw and Louisiana Cajun band Chris Miller & Bayou Roots, vendors galore, and a Mardi Gras style party! Held at Grove Civic Center or Wolf Creek Park.

September 4, 5 and 6, Labor Day Weekend hosts the Jana Jae Fiddle Camp & Music Fest with fun sharing of music with 20 notable coaches and performers on stage. Grove Civic Center.

The notable “Cajun Festival” Fourth of July is a real party filled with arts and crafts vendors, authentic Cajun food, Cajun music, and Cajun fun. The stage will be rockin’ wild on Fourth of July with the Ragin’ Cajun himself, Grammy winner Doug Kershaw coming to Grove!

Louisiana’s hot Cajun Band, Chris Miller and Bayou Roots, returns by popular demand and will back Kershaw for two shows at 12:30 and 2:30, with several appearances through the day by popular crooner Clint Walker, and surprise guests on Saturday, July 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy the “hottest” Cajun music and the best Cajun food this side of Louisiana!!

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Kershaw’s fervor for Cajun culture and entertaining with this rhythmic music has garnered him a decades long career, honors, awards, and attention of the most popular artists of the day. As a lauded singer/fiddler/songwriter, Doug Kershaw took Cajun music to the world with his hits including Louisiana Man, Diggy Diggy Lo, and Cajun Baby. For his music and his ambassadorship of Cajun culture, Doug was inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2009. He was inducted into the National Fiddler Hall of Fame in 2016.

Kershaw is a unique and interesting character, born in a small community called Tiel Ridge in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, he did not learn English until the age of eight. By that time, he had mastered the fiddle, which he played from the age of five, and was on his way to teaching himself to play 28 instruments.

He grew up surrounded by Cajun fiddle and accordion music, and became interested in Cajun music during parties his parents would host on the family’s houseboat in Louisiana, where he first heard Cajun bands playing. He began his career with his brother Rusty as the duo, Rusty and Doug, originally singing in French. Then with an early hit in English “So Lovely Baby”, they appeared on the Louisiana Hayride, the Wheeling West Virginia Jamboree, and became regular members of the Grand Ole Opry.

Kershaw has had an extensive solo career that includes fifteen albums and singles that charted on the Hot Country Songs charts.

Chris Miller and Bayou Roots, invited back by popular demand, honor the roots

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of Cajun music’s tradition by extending the reach of new and creative musical branches. This group is fun and they are good! Led by Chris Miller on vocals, accordion, fiddle, keys, and harmonica, they provide a musical adventure that can take some very exciting and surprising turns. Dancers will gather on the dance floor to dance to the vibrant beat of the Cajun music. Clint Walker, vocalist, musician and songwriter will change the pace when he hits the stage with his own vocal style, hits, and original tunes.

Enjoy the entertainment while shopping with the Arts and Crafts Vendors and enjoying delicious Cajun food served at noon which will include some of your Cajun favorites.

The public is invited to enjoy this event brought to the Grand Lake area by Grand Lake Festivals, Inc. and Jana Jae, founder of Grand Lake Festivals with the assistance of Cherokee Nation Businesses, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment of the Arts, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce, Oklahoma Film and Music and local and area sponsors including the City of Grove.

This will be a family experience— delicious food, wonderful entertainment and a great opportunity to shop with the talented artists and crafters selling their work at the various booths. Bring the family and enjoy the whole day on July 4 for $5 admission for adults, children under 12 years of age free. Call 918-786-8896 or visit grandlakefestivals.com for additional information.

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THE FIRST, THE BEST, AND THE ONLY GLEAM GUARD CABINET REFINISHING

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season of warmer weather and family gatherings is upon us. The kitchen is the heart of any home, and a place where memories are made and valuable time spent.

Is your space all you wish it could be?

Gleam Guard Dustfree Wood Refinishing is in the business of making dream kitchens come true. Owner and Founder, Tracy Booth, has been in the business for over 30 years and gives his customers the kitchen they’ve always

Left: Gleam Guard owner and founder, Tracy Booth.

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Gleamed of. “I love to show people how they can save money and still have beautiful wood finishes that almost look new,” he said. “Many people believe that all wood refinishing is messy and that remodelers always take longer. Gleam Guard is completely different.”

Gleam Guard’s technique employs professional craftsmen to refinish cabinets with greater benefits compared to complete kitchen remodeling. Their process accomplishes refinished woodwork without much sanding and toxic fumes and can be done with a day or two, with minimal dust. Cabinets will not need to be emptied to complete the work, saving even more time. “All you need to do is open the door and let us in to work in your kitchen,” said Tracy. “In other words, no prep is needed, such as removing hardware, covering furniture or anything else – we take care of all of it.”

The breakthrough technology they use restores lasting beauty to cabinets and other interior woodwork. The application bonds

to the original finish, enhancing the wood grain and giving it a fresh-oiled look, however, unlike oiled methods, the results will last for decades. “Sometimes people think I am going to make everything look shiny,” Tracy said, “but there are actually three sheens to choose from – satin, semi-gloss

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Additional services provided by Gleam Guard include solving the finishing touches after new granite countertop installation. Usually, there is about a half-inch of unstained wood covered under the old countertop, but new granite slabs do not. Gleam Guard can put

“Many people believe that all wood refinishing is messy and that remodelers always take longer. Gleam Guard is completely different.” and high-gloss.” The woodwork can have a soft look, a strong impact look, or somewhere in between. This process works not only on traditional wood surfaces but on painted, glazed and pickled woods as well. Gleam Guard can be used on new or old cabinets, and keeping the new finish is as easy as wiping with a damp cloth. A bit of vinegar is all you need for stubborn spots.

Project completion time is a top priority for Tracy and Gleam Guard craftsmen. Each project is worked on one a time, to ensure quality and reliability.

Honesty and integrity are at the base of all of the work with Tracy and his crew of professionals. Their reputation proceeds them, with an earned A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, as well as awards for

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In-home demonstrations can be scheduled to see how peels, flakes, scratches and minor nicks can disappear. “We can bring your kitchen back to life, and you can have a fresh look in your kitchen sooner than you think,” Tracy said. Gleam Guard is happy to provide plenty of references and testimonials from satisfied customers. Call today and have a kitchen you will love just in time for the holidays.

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Committed to You, Family & Summer Tradition

When you can shop in a Castle, why shop anywhere else?

June 15 – July 6, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

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he Castle of Muskogee, Oklahoma’s 37,000 square foot Fireworks Retail Showroom, continues to improve your enjoyment on the Fourth!

Imagine a Castle filled to the rafters with an array of pyrotechnic choices - that’s what awaits you in Muskogee! The Castle is airconditioned, with accessible restrooms, paved parking and knowledgeable salespeople to assist.

The annual fireworks sale lasts from June 15 through July 6, with special discount pricing throughout the showroom.

The Castle strives to provide an apex shopping experience to guests. Shop Online: If you prefer the comfort of home, we invite you to visit www.okcastle.com, where a variety of options are listed, from novelties to heavyweights as

well as many of the Castle’s handselected assortments. When your cart is complete, check out and head to the Castle. We shall deliver curbside. No minimum order required!

Shop Indoors: The Castle of Muskogee has integrated precautions to ensure additional safety and cleanliness to guests.

Amongst the products available, there are novelty items for children, more than 700 items for the entire family, including over 150 MultiAction Heavyweights (500 grams each). Select from many versions of specialty Family Packs and assortments, which are assembled on-site. We take out the filler and middleman to get you the most bang for your buck. While shopping inside, you will notice a QR Code on each firework. This will allow you

Guidelines for Fireworks Safety

Fireworks are beautiful when they explode in the sky in multiple colors, patterns and sequences. Follow safety rules and use basic precautions when handling fireworks so that your celebration remains beautiful and safe.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Council on Fireworks Safety offer the following safety checklist: • Always read and follow label directions.

• Have an adult present.

• Buy from reliable sellers.

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to preview the item’s performance from your device (free Wi-Fi). With each purchase of $75 or more, a complimentary Halloween Festival ticket (valid Opening Weekend) will be included. Perhaps one of the best reasons to shop with the Castle is our worry-free guarantee. If your firework fails to light, you may return/exchange on the fifth.

We encourage you to check out the exciting upcoming events: the Summer Pirate’s Feaste, Castle Zombie Run 5k, the Halloween Festival, Boare’s Head Feaste and Castle Christmas. The Castle of Muskogee is Oklahoma’s Gateway to Another World!

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Only shoot from a hard, flat and level surface.

Never experiment or make your own fireworks.

Light only one firework at a time.

Never re-light a “dud” firework (wait 15 minutes then soak it in water).

Never give fireworks to small children.

If necessary, store fireworks in a cool, dry place.

Dispose of fireworks by soaking them in water before putting in the trash.

Never throw or point fireworks at other people.

Never carry fireworks in your pocket.

Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.

The shooter should always wear eye protection and never have any part of the body over the firework.

Stay away from illegal explosives.

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Candidates must have a solid level of knowledge in the construction industry.

Ideal candidates must be extremely results-driven, teachable, committed to ongoing education and thrive in an ever-changing environment. This position requires a minimum of 50 hours per week with some Saturday activity on an “as needed” basis. We are committed to providing the best tools, training, and support to our sales team.

We are seeking highly ethical and consultative individuals seeking a long-term sales consultant career. We work hard, play hard and are privileged to be surrounded by people that are highly skilled and full of integrity.

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