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ABC Seamless of NE Oklahoma......................................................................48 Advantage Roofing and Construction LLC......................................................46 BA Med Spa & Weight Loss Center.................................................................27 BMW of Tulsa....................................................................................................2 Black Hat Cleaning Services...........................................................................27 Bob Moore Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Tulsa..............................................30 Claremore Chamber of Commerce...................................................................2 Claremore Expo Center.....................................................................................5 Community Calendar of Events..........................................................32 Derksen Portable Buildings..............................................................................5 District Baby, The............................................................................................19 Dr. James Webb.............................................................................................37 El Gavan Mexican Restaurant.........................................................................13 El Maguey Mexican Restaurant......................................................................13 Front Porch Bakery & SmokeHouse................................................................48 GNC, Draper Family GNC................................................................................17 Get Lit Christmas Lighting..............................................................................46 Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing.....................................................................16 Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Hardwood....................................................................8 Home of Hope................................................................................................36 Honey Baked Ham..........................................................................................41 HoneyBaked Ham Company of Tulsa to the Rescue.............................42 Humana..........................................................................................................25 Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns............................................................47 Jack Kissee Ford............................................................................................7,9 LIFE Senior Services Expands Medicare Assistance Program ���������������20 Med Pharm.....................................................................................................41 Mens Shop, The..............................................................................................12 Midwest Pathogend.........................................................................................3 Miracle on 34th For All Nations..........................................................22 Mother Nature’s Pest Control & Lawn Care.....................................................48 My Comfort Food...............................................................................38 National Fiddler Hall of Fame Induction.............................................10 Premium Cabinets..........................................................................................21 RCB Bank........................................................................................................19 Safenet Services.............................................................................................12 Sip and Shop at the Wine Walk...........................................................40 Soldier, Scholar, Oklahoman..............................................................28 Stillwater Milling Co.......................................................................................24 Suburban Chevrolet.......................................................................................34 Success in Partnership.......................................................................26 The Diabetes Epidemic.......................................................................18 The Son Does Shine at Gleam Guard...................................................14 Tile by Tony Inc..................................................................................................5 Twister Washing.............................................................................................46 USHealth Group.............................................................................................45 Values Media Services - 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While regular cleaning is performed, there are still many areas that are missed and re-contaminated by dirty mops, sponges and inadequate cleaning supplies. It’s a big problem if someone becomes infected and it results in not just illness, but also lost work time, doctor visits and possible hospitalization.

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Above: The girls weight room and other facilities at Lincoln Christian School are regularly disinfected to prevent irregular contamination.

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other than for food, as there will be his December, the ghost of food trucks and vendors on-site in Christmas past will be paying a case people want to get something to visit to Oologah for the annual eat,” Jones said. “Admission is free, and Will’s Country Christmas celebration. we’ll have carriage rides, 19th-century Named in honor of Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will’s Country Christmas games, crafts for the kids, storytelling is an annual holiday celebration which on the back porch, and pictures with Santa Claus are also free.” harkens back to simpler times, giving Making their comeback to the the young and the young at heart alike Birthplace Ranch will be the Wild the chance to see how the Rogers West reenactors, who will be staging a family might have celebrated the “Christmas-themed” shootout. festive Christmas season.

“This is definitely a family-friendly “We’re now in our sixth year, and event – even the ‘shootout’ is this (event) has really grown since appropriate for children of all ages,” we first started in 2014,” said Tad he said. “When we created this, we Jones, executive director, Will Rogers wanted it to be centered around kids – Memorial Museum. “The first couple of years were a little slow but okay, and to give them the chance to get out for a couple of hours with their siblings after word-of-mouth started getting and parents or guardians, and have a out, it began to grow, and last year, attendance reached about 1,500. Even fun, safe time before and to celebrate the Christmas season in a simple, though things are a little different this 19th-century type of atmosphere.” year, we’re hoping for a good turnout.

“This year, we’re hoping again for We’re keeping a lot of the things that good weather and that all the families the crowds have enjoyed so much who have come out in the past will in the past, so it will give people the come back to see us again this year chance to come out and enjoy the and bring their friends and other season ‘Will Rogers’-style.” members of the family to make new, The event will require masks lasting Christmas memories,” said when interacting with vendors, and Jones. there will be a creative way of taking Will’s Country Christmas will be pictures with Santa Claus. “This year held Friday, Dec. 4, and Saturday, Dec. we are going to have Santa and Mrs. 5, at the Birthplace Ranch in Oologah, Claus by the Fireplace in the Parlor, 9501 E. 380 Road. Festivities will be and kids can look in like they are catching Santa in the act of putting out 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. each evening.

For more information, contact presents,” said Jones. “It should make the Will Rogers Memorial Museum for a nice Norman Rockwell-esque at 918-341-0719 or visit online at picture.” www.willrogers.com.

There will also be a craft station where kids can create their “list for Santa” and then put it in an envelope and leave in the mailbox that will be in WILL ROGERS the Parlor.

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“Thank You for Your Service.”

BY NICK ASTON

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pproaching Thanksgiving, it’s respect they get today. During the time for us to make our annual Vietnam War, our troops got little mental lists of all the things or no respect when returning home we’re most thankful for. If you haven’t from that horrible and unpopular included freedom on your list, please war. Some were even called “baby allow me to suggest that you do. killers.” Thank goodness it’s no There’s a bumper sticker that says, “If longer that way. The patriotism you’re reading this, thank a teacher. If we see all around us is not only you’re reading this in English, thank encouraging, but it’s very unifying. a veteran.” Now that’s powerful. How And there’s certainly a need for that many of our brave soldiers have given with all the divisiveness going on in the ultimate sacrifice so we can live our country at this time. in this great country and enjoy the There was a time I only wore my freedom we all share. military cap occasionally. Now, I We have thousands of dedicated wear it nearly every time I go out. soldiers serving all around the world. I It’s a great communication tool. Old know they appreciate all the thoughts veterans like myself enjoy speaking and prayers from those of us back here and shaking hands, thanking each at home going on with our daily lives. other for their service. When a It’s difficult not to notice the large veteran encounters another veteran number of veterans in our midst. Many who served in the same branch of them wear those familiar caps of service, it leads to even deeper declaring what war they were in, or conversation. “Where were you what ship they were on. My cap says, stationed?” “How long were you in?”

“Master Sergeant, U. S. Air Force Retired.” “When were you in?” and on and on.

And I wear it proudly.

Here’s something for consideration.

Not long ago, veterans didn’t get the If you encounter a veteran in a restaurant, tell the waitress you’d like to pay for that person’s meal. You’ll be glad you did. And, the veteran will be reminded that there are folks who care.

One great result of this current patriotic movement is the fact that many, many non-military folks take the time to approach a veteran and thank them for their service. That’s a win-win and makes both feel better. I would highly encourage anyone who sees a

Above: Nick Aston, Master Sergeant, U. S. Air Force Retired. Nick retired in 2002.

veteran wearing his or her military cap to pause, make eye contact, and share a kind word. The most appropriate thing you can say is, “Thank you for your service.” Most often, that’s all that needs to be said.

As we enumerate our blessings this November, the month which features Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving Day, let’s remember, “Freedom is NOT free.”

Left: Like many Veterans I have a shadowbox in which I display my medals, ribbons and badges. As you can imagine, I ended up with a rather large collection at the end of my 21 years. I served during the Vietnam War as well as Desert Storm. It’s pretty apparent when you see my shadowbox that I take a lot of pride in that part of my life. Most Veterans do.

Prominently displayed at the center of my shadowbox is a Meritorious Service Medal, my highest honor. Seven of my medals are from the Air Force. Two of them are from the state of Georgia, of which one is for the time I spent in the Venue Officer Unit during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta.

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National Fiddler Hall of Fame Induction: A Night to Remember with Favored Fiddles, Hit Songs, and Kris Kristofferson!

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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or centuries, the fiddle has brought people to their feet or to tears, and is a revered and exquisite instrument that pulls on the strings of the heart. Since 2007, The National Fiddler Hall of Fame has sought to recognize and honor the best of those musicians who have embraced and shared its siren song with the world, and for their contributions to the art form.

On November 20, at 7 p.m., they will host their 2020 Gala Induction Concert at the Mabee Center in Tulsa, with optimum CDC precautions in place for a safe and star-studded evening. Kris Kristofferson headlines the event, and this year’s concert features stellar performances by inductees Scott Joss, Shoji Tabuchi, Dale Morris, and Don Rich family.

The emcees will be Billy Parker and Tess Maune. VIP Table sales are available, and include dinner, refreshments, early Above: NFHOF Inductee, Don Rich (1941entry with a pre-show 1974) Don’s wife and sons will accept featuring SpringStreet, the honor on his behalf. Don is truly and a meet and greet! responsible for “The Buck Owen’s Sound,” Proceeds from the as bandleader, arranger, fiddler, and event will benefit guitarist on HeeHaw. scholarships for a supports. “We are so proud of our younger generation of Scholarship Program carrying music promising musicians. and this American art form forward NFHOF President to future generations.” and Founder, Bob The concert will highlight the Fjeldsted said, “Prepare for an exciting evening amazing music and accomplishments of each inductee, each a star in of incredible music as his own right. Don Rich joined stars shine for this!”

Some of their amazing American families every week on television as Buck Owen’s scholarship recipients extraordinary bandleader, arranger, will join together for fiddler, guitarist and high vocal a medley, exhibiting harmonizer. Dale Morris is a the incredible talent beloved Texas champion fiddler that the organization Left: World famous fiddler and Hee Haw star, Jana Jae. She is recognized as one of the first female musicians to break the glass ceiling in a primarily male-dominated industry. With homes in Tulsa and Grove, OK, she now works tirelessly to share her gifts with the communities in which she lives, as a promoter of music festivals and local artists.

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Above: NFHOF Inductee, Shoji Tabuchi, “The King of Branson,” has delighted audiences with his astounding talent and hearty humor.

from a family of fiddle stars, who toured with Ray Price and many others. The ‘King of Branson’, Shoji Tabuchi, is a true showstopper with a depth of talent and humor. Scott Joss has been the right-hand man for Dwight Yoakum, Merle Haggard, and currently, Kris Kristofferson.

He is a stellar solo performer and bandleader, with exceptional vocals and harmonies, non-stop amazing fiddle solos, and extraordinary guitar prowess. Kristofferson is a legendary singer, actor, and lauded songwriter.

During the concert, Kris will join in by Zoom per doctor’s orders. An amazing interaction with Scott and the band will be witnessed, as well as an incredible tribute by Kristofferson to Joss.

Board Member, Event Coordinator, and world-famous Above: Kris Kristofferson, legendary performer, actor, and fiddler, Jana Jae, songwriter. In addition to his extraordinary talents, he is has been a part of the also a brilliant Rhodes scholar. Kristofferson will headline Hall of Fame since its the event via Zoom. inception. “This is a grow. Advisory Board member and big evening,” she said. “It’s a great music biz Impresario, Jim Halsey show for a wonderful cause!” Jana underscored, “The more success we Jae is famous for her appearances have from this event, the more we can on the nationally syndicated variety give back. Come out for the show. It show, Hee Haw in the late 1970s. “The will be a night you’ll never forget.”

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The Hall of Fame Gala Induction Concert will bring many people together for an exciting evening of world-class entertainment and honor of the new inductees while providing needed funds to encourage a new generation of musicians to Left: NFHOF Inductee, Scott Joss. Scott is the ultimate solo performer and bandleader, gracing his music with beautiful vocals and harmonies, amazing fiddle solos and guitar prowess.

Right: NFHOF Inductee, Dale Morris.

Beloved Texas champion fiddler from a family of fiddle stars. He has toured with Ray Price and many others.

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Below: Gleam Guard Manager, Phillip Booth, is following in his father’s footsteps and taking the reins of the Tulsa office.

The Son Does Shine at Gleam Guard

BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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hillip Booth was born to shine.

In 1987, before he was even born, his father, Tracy Booth, founded Gleam Guard; an A+ Rated BBB Accredited Business. Following in his father’s footsteps, Phillip is now managing the Tulsa Metro office, with years of knowledge and experience of the company’s innovative technique and technology.

Gleam Guard specializes in one-day, mess-free cabinet refinishing. Larger kitchens may require an additional day.

Their process first begins with preparation,

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involving a thorough cleaning of wood to remove dirt and debris.

Restoration of cabinets, and other interior woodwork, includes reparation of damaged areas with custom matched stain blends.

Finally, the cabinets are protected with a clear coating that will keep cabinets looking fresh and new for decades. Cabinet wood stain color change is also possible by the use of a special overglaze. Their goal is to return cabinets to their former glory and make them look like new again, at a fraction of the cost. The service is dust-free and non-toxic.

The process and technique will not only work on traditional wood surfaces, but also on painted, glazed, and pickled wood. A 5-year, free touch-up warranty is offered with their services. The process is most convenient for their clients, with no need to empty cabinets or remove hardware before service. Flexible scheduling is readily available.

Refinished cabinets are not only easier to clean and maintain, but will provide lasting results and durability. It couldn’t be any simpler, or cost-effective for their customers to have like-new cabinetry in any room of their home.

Phillip’s earliest memory of

working with his father was when he was ten years old, and he recalls simply visiting with the clients while his father worked that day.

One of 5 siblings, Phillip tried other things after school, but like most of his family, he came back to working with the family business. “It just feels like a natural fit for me,” said Phillip. “It is honest work, and that’s my favorite part. We’re not happy if our clients aren’t happy.” Phillip is proud of his family business and is confident that nothing needs to change at Gleam Guard. “Our process has remained relatively the same, and it just works every time,” he said. “There is no need to evolve in a big way.” He most favors the instant gratification he receives with each project. “It’s really satisfying to see old and worn-down cabinets

look like new again.”

Refinishing and restoring existing cabinets is extremely affordable, when weighed against complete replacement, and the results can last for decades. In fact, the cost is 70% less than resurfacing or replacing. “Our clients will always get more than they paid for,” Phillip said. “We don’t meet expectations; we exceed them.”

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The Diabetes Epidemic COVID’s Quiet Companion

BY DANGER GEIST

Above: Kim Koleber stands in the backyard of her event center, where she has been advocating during the pandemic.

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iabetes has become the dark horse companion to COVID-19, as 40% of virusrelated deaths during the pandemic have had a diabetes component. Of course, diabetes has been a medical rancor predating the virus, affecting 34 million Americans. Here in Oklahoma, 356,000 people have diagnosed diabetes, an additional 93,000 have diabetes, but don’t know it, and an alarming 35% of the adult population have prediabetes. The cost of diagnosed diabetes is estimated in Oklahoma to be $3.8 billion.

This was the nightmare that Kim Koleber first experienced in 1988. Kim’s child was diagnosed with the flu a month before her third birthday, but unlike most children, Megan never rallied. Even after extensive treatment that included fluids and extra food, Megan was still losing weight and growing pale. On Easter Sunday that year, Megan just wanted to sleep all day, eschewing her Easter dinner and choosing to nap instead of finding the hidden Easter eggs in the lawn. Kim knew something was very wrong and took her to the family pediatrician, who was able to quickly diagnose her with Type 1 diabetes after he saw that her blood sugar level was six times the

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he sold the patent to Eli Lilly for just $1. normal high-end amount. Megan was Unfortunately, the three manufacturers admitted to the St. Francis ICU, where of insulin - Eli Lilly, NovoLog, and she was put on a slow IV drip of insulin and spent seven days fighting for her life. Sanofi - sell the $6 product for over $300 per vial, forcing 1 in 4 people Megan survived the medical scare, with diabetes to ration their insulin. and during the next 10 years the Today, Kim and the entire Oklahoma Koleber family found their advocacy Legislative Diabetes Caucus fight to voices and mission to share “Megan’s ensure that those diagnosed with Story” to at least one new person daily.

Today, Megan is 35 years old and carries diabetes don’t have to go without the lifesaving medication. Kim says that a glucagon emergency kit, along with “insulin for someone with diabetes is like wearing an inserted insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor at all times, air for anyone else,” and that one of the most heart-wrenching episodes she’s but that hasn’t stopped her from having had to face is when she or Megan has a successful career as the Executive dropped a vial of insulin and watched Director of Broken Arrow Neighbors, as the $300 medication washed over an emergency basic needs service the floor. Kim and the caucus continue provider. Megan has walked among to work with legislators to ensure that Congress, spoken at the Capitol, and no person with diabetes has to feel that sent letters to presidents and Speakers accidentally dropping a dose of their of the House advocating for diabetes insulin amounts to the biggest mistake research and support at both the federal of their life. and local levels. Meanwhile, Kim has Senators Frank Simpson and Carri found her place as an advocate in the Hicks co-lead the caucus and are Oklahoma Legislative Diabetes Caucus, available to take any calls you have first being involved in the Diabetes regarding the fight against diabetes.

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LIFE Senior Services Expands Medicare Assistance Program MAP on the MOVE Offers More Clinic Locations

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he Medicare Open Enrollment Period opens October 15 and runs through December 7, and the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services is ready. MAP has been modified and expanded in response to COVID-19, offering additional health precautions and more convenient appointment options for Medicare beneficiaries.

Besides the traditional face-toface Part D appointments, MAP has increased its capacity for telephone appointments as well as offering appointments via Zoom.

Additionally, MAP on the MOVE has added four additional clinics in midtown and north Tulsa, Broken Arrow and Owasso, to augment the original clinic at LIFE Senior Services’ central office at 5950 East 31st Street. Masks are required for all face-to-face appointments, and social distancing guidelines are being followed.

According to LIFE President and CEO Eileen Bradshaw, “We initially made these changes out of concern for the safety of staff, volunteers

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and the beneficiaries who come to the Part D clinics. However, we are pleased that this model also allows us to serve more Medicare beneficiaries closer to their homes.

In previous years, people have traveled from all over northeast Oklahoma for this assistance. Now many of those won’t have to travel as far to get the help they need.”

MAP’s Part D Clinics offer free, personalized and unbiased help in comparing, selecting and enrolling in a Part D plan. According to Channing Rutherford, supervisor of MAP at LIFE, “Using the Medicare website, we work oneon-one with beneficiaries, helping them find the Part D plan that best fits their individual prescription and budget needs. We can help ensure that they are getting the best coverage for their money.”

“Even if beneficiaries have been satisfied with their current Part D plan, the changes each year in plan premiums, co-pays, deductibles and drug formularies make it critically important for beneficiaries to take a fresh look at their coverage options for 2021,”

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Rutherford says.

Unfortunately, most beneficiaries don’t take time to review their drug coverage – and many will pay significantly more than necessary next year because they are tied to a plan that no longer fits their specific prescription needs.

Last year, MAP served 1,821 beneficiaries and 69% of them either enrolled in Part D for the first time or changed plans, saving an average of $1,530 per person. Altogether, MAP helped beneficiaries save more than $1.9 million on their total prescription drug costs for 2020.

Appointments for Part D assistance are required and can be made by calling MAP at LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1189.

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Miracle on 34th For All Nations

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ost of us would agree that the year 2020 has been incredibly difficult.

With the winter holidays fast approaching, you can’t help but wonder how the current health crisis will affect our beloved Christmas season. While this is a time for families to spend time together, many people are questioning whether they can enjoy the festivities without putting themselves at risk for infection.

This is where Church 3434 comes in. For six years now, they have organized a multicultural indoor festival for the community,

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“A Miracle on 34th”, celebrating Christmas traditions from all over the world. This year is no different: Local families can look forward to visiting an international Christmas marketplace, complete with booths from over 14 countries filled with artifacts, live nativity, cultural dancing, music and so much more. The big difference this year is that the event will be outdoors and drive-thru, church volunteers directing the traffic will be wearing masks and following all COVID-19 guidelines to create a safe environment for everybody involved.

When guests arrive at the market,

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they will pass through an entrance symbolic of the beginning of their journey. However, before they can visit their first country, they will need a passport, of course! At check-in, they can choose either a traditional paper or a digital one.

The electronic check-in will be possible through text messaging.

Then it’s official: You are on your way to your first destination and your passport gets its first stamp.

For paper passports, this will be a sticker stamp which will be handed to you on a tray for this process to be as contactless as possible. If you prefer a digital stamp, then you will receive a text message as a

different cultures without the hefty price tag of a plane ticket.

A great thing about the drivethru event, maybe even the best, as some might say, is that you never have to get out of the car.

Wear your PJs, get comfy and be ready for an experience for all senses with festive decorations, traditional Christmas market wooden booths, beautiful lights everywhere you look, music from all over the world, dancing performances and many more wonderful surprises that are sure to make all ages happy!

“We did not want to cancel, but instead, in these times of racial and political tensions, stress and depression, gather people together and bring them joy,” says Bartlett.

So save the date for the “Miracle on 34th”: December 5, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Church 3434, 3434 South Garnett Road, Tulsa OK 74146.

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“As you travel from booth to booth, be prepared to learn lots of interesting facts about countries you visit, experience national costumes, hear about holiday traditions and maybe even discover a new Christmas tradition for your own family!” says Tonia Bartlett, Event Coordinator. Representing countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Germany, Iran, Mexico, Central African Republic, and Brazil from several continents, this festival offers a way to get immersed into Right: (Left to right) Susan Brown, Pastor Paul Johnson, Pastor Jeff Voth, Pastor Lori Voth, Pastor Tonia Bartlett, Pastor Henry Bartlett.

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Soldier, Scholar, Oklahoman Thanksgiving Memories from Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr.

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e is an iconic Oklahoman and well-known and respected for an infinite number of reasons. Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr.’s list of accomplishments is extensive, and the level of integrity in which he has lived his life is that of a remarkable role model and inspiration to all. In his lifetime, he has accomplished a great many things, including careers as a journalist, photographer, newspaper editor and publisher, author, Army officer, teacher, and school administrator. For 60 years, he worked in education. He has written numerous books based on his own memories, as well as local history. Some of his awards include Outstanding Citizen of the Year in 1975 and 1992, the Broken Arrow Chamber Legacy Award in 2011. In February 2015, he was recognized again by the Chamber with the first Dr. Clarence G. Oliver Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award, newly created in his honor. Above all else, at 91 years old, he is one of the most highly respected leaders in the community.

His record of honors and endowments is nothing short of extraordinary.

Many people have heard him speak, read his books, and know of his work and accolades, but there is something about Dr. Oliver some might not know: His favorite holiday is Thanksgiving.

Born in July of 1929, Clarence arrived just as the Great Depression was beginning.

In his book ‘One from the Least and Disappearing Generation: A Memoir of a Depression-Era Kid,’ Dr. Oliver wrote, “Childhood experiences of life during the nation’s time of massive economic difficulties, followed immediately by a world-wide war, which impacted every family in the land, left indelible impressions which, even in adulthood, affect the beliefs and behaviors of those of us who lived through those years.” Young Clarence wasn’t aware of how financially poor his family was until later in life, after becoming more aware of other people’s circumstances outside of his own. His mother, Jewel Dyer, who had been orphaned after her parents passed away as a child, grew up as a ward of a kindly family. Clarence knew the Roberts family as his own, even Left: Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr., has a record of honors and achievements that is nothing short of extraordinary, but is genuinely a great person to simply enjoy a cup of coffee with. With many stories to tell, he shares why Thanksgiving is his favorite holiday.

Right: Thanksgiving Week, 1951; Soldiers of Company C, 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team, pictured in close quarters onboard the USS Henrico, en route from Japan to Korea. Master Sergeant Clarence G. Oliver, Jr. is at far left in the photo. Five or six days after Thanksgiving Day, these soldiers were in combat in North Korea.

though there was no blood relation. With a memory that is as sharp as a tack, Dr. Oliver recalls, beginning at around eight years old, escorting Mr. M.D.L (Marquis de Lafayette) Roberts, who was blind, on walks around the neighborhood each day.

Clarence would then read the bible to him in the evenings. Mr. Roberts would ask young Clarence to walk him to church each Sunday evening; in fact, visiting every church in Ada’s old-town neighborhood, exposing him to many different denominations as a child. Mr. Roberts was the very definition of a grandfather to Clarence, despite their lack of ancestry.

There was an indelible bond within this unique family. They didn’t have much, but what they did have was an immense love for each other.

Clarence’s Mother and Father, Clarence Oliver, Sr., worked very hard during these times to provide for their family. For about eight years, his father struggled to find work, doing whatever he could. “My father walked 20 miles once, for 50 cents that a man owed him for some work he had done, so he would have money to buy food,” said Dr. Oliver. “People now can’t quite comprehend that kind of desperation.”

Thanksgiving holidays looked very different for most people during those years. “There were times you didn’t have meat, but you put together whatever you had.”

One of the most memorable Thanksgivings Dr. Oliver remembers was in 1949, and as he recalls, the economy was getting better. He was home for the holiday from his studies at Oklahoma A&M College in Stillwater, where he

was a student in the School of Journalism. Along with his mother, father, and younger sister, Jane Alice, they would join at the home of Delia and Chester Mathis, together with Delia’s father, Mr. Roberts, the patriarch of the family. Clarence’s “Uncle” Chester was an engineer by trade, and at retirement age, started a concrete products company. “They had a nice home at the end of town, and obviously had a good deal more money than the rest of us,” said Dr. Oliver. “They invited my family to share Thanksgiving with them.”

It was not an elaborate meal, but as Dr. Oliver recalls, there was a meat- ham, to be exact. The plates and glasses were very nice, and the silverware all matched. “It was all nicer than what my family was accustomed to,” he said. It was a special day, but not because of the finery. It wasn’t fancy. “I wasn’t related to them, except in my heart,” Dr. Oliver said. “It was a close-knit family filled with a lot of love, and we felt very welcome.” Their day was spent around a table talking and sharing time together.

At the age of 17, Clarence enlisted in the military. In 1951, he would spend Thanksgiving on board the troopship USS Henrico, serving as Master Sergeant, of Company C, 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team, in the Korean War. On the ship, soldier’s bunks were stacked six-deep, and everything each soldier possessed was kept in the bunk with them. On Thanksgiving Day, Soldiers ate their dinner quickly and while standing at a counter, as the long lines of soldiers Left: Thanksgiving Day with Family, 1949. One of Dr. Oliver’s most memorable Thanksgiving Days, pictures left to right; Delia and Chester Mathis, Mr. MDL (Marquis de Lafayette) Roberts, Jewel A. (Dyer) Oliver, Jane Alice Oliver, and Clarence G. Oliver, Sr. (Not pictured: Clarence G. Oliver, Jr., who was taking the picture.)

Above: Thanksgiving dinner aboard the USS Henrico, with soldiers from the 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team en route to North Korea.

Soldiers were quickly pushed through the line and ate standing up at a counter before heading back on to deck or to quarters.

were pushed through the mess hall and back out on deck or to troop quarters. Five or six days after Thanksgiving that year, he would be in combat in North Korea. His wife, Vinita, and their newborn son were at home during his deployment. “I missed being with my family during that year,” he said. “I sent and received letters from home, but I missed being there.”

There would be many wonderful Thanksgiving celebrations and memories to follow, and Dr. Oliver and Vinita would create many holiday memories with their children and grandchildren. He even has a secret special turkey recipe.

Since Vinita’s passing, he shares the warmth of the holiday with his children and their families. To this day, the best part of the celebration for Dr. Oliver is the time shared with the ones you love. “There’s no pressure, no gifts to buy,” he said, “just time to sit around and talk, and spend time with the family.”

Dr. Clarence G. Oliver knows a thing or two about gratitude, and those who are fortunate enough to spend time talking with him are thankful for the wisdom he has to share.

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NOV/DEC 2020

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BARTLESVILLE NOV 20-DEC 30 6PM TO 10PM Fantasy Land of Lights (Drive-Thru) Free but donations accepted Johnstone Park, Bartlesville fantasylandoflights.com

NOV 27-DEC 20 FRI,SAT, SUN 5PM TO 9PM

Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights (Drive-Thru) $2 per person 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd., Bartlesville woolaroc.org

DEC 5 - 6:30PM

Bartlesville Christmas Parade Downtown Bartlesville, starting at the Phillips 66 parking lot entrance at Frank Phillips Boulevard bartlesvillekiwanis.org/christmas-parade

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Downtown Church of Christ 15802 S. Memorial Dr., Bixby facebook.com/events/2697643803836589

South County Recreation Center 13800 S. Peoria Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 4-6 - 10AM TO 4PM

DEC 13 - 4PM TO 5PM

Christmas at The Ranch 2020 181 Ranch 3913 E. 181st St. S., Bixby facebook.com/events/449813792584446

DEC 5 - 9AM TO 4PM

Bixby Holiday Arts & Crafts Show Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 11 - 4PM TO 5PM

Bixby Visit from Santa Claus Bixby Community Center Free Event 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 11 - 7:30PM

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Buy Bixby Finale hosted by theBixby Metro Chamber of Commerce Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbychamber.chambermaster.com

NOV 14 - 10AM TO 5PM

DEC 12 - 10AM TO 12PM

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Pictures & Cookies with Santa Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 13 - 5PM TO 8PM

Christmas Crafts Bixby Library 20 E. Breckenridge Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 13 - 5:30PM

Festival of the Trees hosted by the Bixby Historical Society Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 13 - 6:30PM

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Buy Broken Arrow Multiple Businesses Drawing held December 17 at 3pm brokenarrowchamber.com/buy-broken-arrow

NOV 19 - 6PM TO 8PM

It’s A Wonderful Life in Broken Arrow Holiday Kickoff Santa Claus, Live Music, Ice Rink Rose District rosedistrict.com

NOV 26-JAN 1 - 6PM TO 11:30PM Rhema Lights Rhema Bible Church 1025 W Kenosha St, Broken Arrow rhemalights.org

NOV 30 - 11AM TO 1PM

Sensory Sensitive Day in the Rose District Meet and greet with Santa Claus Rose District Pavillion 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com

Bixby Christmas Parade hosted by the Rotary Club of Bixby Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 3 - 10AM TO 11:45AM

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Broken Arrow Civitan’s Christmas Parade Start at Main St. & College St., end at Central Park Community Center Rose District facebook.com/BA-Civitans-309729969460684 Wine Walk

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419 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore downtownclaremore.org

DEC 6 - 1PM TO 3PM

Safenet Services’ 16th Annual Festival of Trees Virtual Auction facebook.com/SafenetOklahoma

Meet & Greet with Santa Claus Rose District Pavillion 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com

DEC 19 - 12PM TO 3PM

Cookies & Cocoa with Santa Rose District Plaza 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow facebook.com/ events/553525898708407

CATOOSA DEC 12 - 2PM TO 4PM

55th Annual Catoosa Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade North on Cherokee St. from High School to Oak St. catoosachamber.org

COWETA DEC 5 - 6PM

Coweta Christmas Parade Santa’s Helpers Downtown Coweta Broadway District facebook.com/ events/362658231453831

DEC 1 - DEC 4 AT 8PM

Christmas Parade business.claremore.org/events

GLENPOOL NOV 6-8

Kings Medieval Faire Black Gold Park 95 W 145th Street, Glenpool

Hoosier Tire Arenacross Nationals Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Parkway, Claremore hoosierarenacross.com

NOV 19 - 6PM TO 8PM

Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Ne-Mar Shopping Center 1000 W. Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore visitclaremore.org

NOV 21 - 6PM

25th Annual Dickens on the Boulevard Downtown Claremore

NOV 24 - 5PM TO 7PM

OWASSO

DEC 5 - 6PM TO 9PM

Holiday Bazaar St. Henry Catholic Church 8500 N. Owasso Expressway

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DEC 24 - 5PM, DEC 25 - 11PM

DEC 3 - TIME TBD

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Christmas Parade of Lights Downtown Pryor, E. Graham Ave. pryorchamber.com/christmas-parade-oflights.html

NOV 7 - 9AM TO 3PM

MUSKOGEE NOV 26 - JAN 1 - 5:30PM TO 10PM Castle of Muskogee Christmas The Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Rd., Muskogee okcastle.com

NOV 26-JAN 1 SUN-THUR 5:30PM TO 10PM FRI-SAT 5:30PM TO 11PM

Owasso Christmas Pageant Baptist Children’s Home 12700 E. 76th St. N., Owasso obhc.org

SAND SPRINGS

Lights On! First to Third Street, Jenks jenkschamber.com/events/lightson-2020/

Harvest Christmas Craft Show 2020 Free admission Harvest Church 1601 W. 4th St., Sand Springs harvestchurchok.org

DEC 5 - 10AM TO 2PM

Holiday Market Janeway Estate & Venue 16162 W. 61st St. S., Sand Springs janewaycastlestone.com

The Garden of Lights Honor Heights Park $5 per car, $10 per bus Monday nights are free 1400 Honor Heights Dr., Muskogee muskogeeonline.org

SAPULPA/ CREEK COUNTY

NOV 27 - 6PM TO 9:30PM

Creek County Fairgrounds

Polar Express Pajama Party 2020

Good Shepherd Holiday Bazaar Good Shepherd Episcopal Church ECW 1420 E. Dewey, Sapulpa

DEC 4-5 - 5PM TO 9PM

DEC 4-6 - 6:30PM TO 8:30PM

NOV 19 - 6PM TO 8PM

NOV 13 - 7PM

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Native American Christmas Market 2020 Admission $1 Glenpool Conference Center 12205 S. Yukon Ave., Glenpool

NOV 3-7 - 9AM TO 6:30PM

Will Rogers Days/Motion Picture Festival Multiple Locations visitclaremore.org

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NOV 21 - 9AM TO 5PM

DEC 5 - 10AM TO 5PM

JENKS

NOV 4-7 - ALL DAY

NOV 14 - 8AM TO 5PM

Will’s Country Christmas Free Admission Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd., Oologah

DEC 12 - 5:30PM TO 7:30PM

CLAREMORE Pumpkin Festival at Shepherd’s Cross Admission is donation based 16792 E. 450 Rd., Claremore shepherdscross.com

Roxy Theater 220 W. Okmulgee St., Muskogee facebook.com/ events/321821685558607

NOV 6-7 - 9AM TO 5PM Creek County Rt. 66 Quilt Show 17806 W. Hwy 66, Kellyville

Lights On and Tree of Hope Lighting Creek County Courthouse Gazebo and Lawn 222 E Dewey Ave, Sapulpa sapulpachamber.com/events

A Thankful Hometown Hero Christmas Parade Starts at Main St. and Taft, travels north to Dewey, turns east to Sapulpa High School sapulpachamber.com/events

TULSA

NOV 26 - 6:30PM

Lights On Utica Square Photo booth, live music uticasquare.com/events/lights-on

DEC 5 - 4PM TO 7PM

Miracle on 34th Church 3434 Drive-thru multicultural marketplace 3434 S. Garnett, Tulsa church3434.org

DEC 12 - 11:30AM TO 1PM

Santa Visit Free for kids 12 and under, masks required Buddy LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave., Tulsa parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

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Christmas Parade Downtown Tulsa tulsachristmasparade.org

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Winter Wonderland Chapman Adventure Playground Gathering Place gatheringplace.org/signature-events

WAGONER DEC 3 - 6PM TO 8PM

Wagoner Christmas Parade Wagoner’s Historic Downtown Cherokee Street, Wagoner facebook.com/events/646335792838687

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Is it Too Late?

Solutions for Back Pain Kyphoplasty Case Study

In 2004, Marvet’s life was dramatically changed after a life altering auto accident. She suffered from multiple broken vertebrae, broken neck, shattered left forearm and head lacerations. Marvet was used to living a highly social lifestyle; working in a busy office, taking care of family and friends, exercising and enjoying life. Later, as her life progressed, her life came to an altering halt.

The pain she was experiencing progressed too; and her problems were exacerbated by osteoporosis.

She had surgeries. Prescriptions and pain medicines worked less and less. Doctors and specialists were out of ideas on how to help her other than by using pain medications. By 2014, Marvet, described herself as going into a hole. At this point she was wearing a back brace full-time; she mostly consigned herself to stay home. “Walking across a room was excruciating.

I gained weight and was fully depressed,” said Marvet.

“The last straw was when she took a fall.” In more severe pain than ever, she said, “I tried my best to find self-help and discontinued all pain medications.”

January, 2015, Marvet’s husband heard about Dr. Webb’s osteoporosis treatments while listening to the radio. “We called Dr. Webb’s office for an appointment.

He immediately sent me for an MRI, checked my bone density, and calcium. My diagnosis was 7 fractures.

My treatment began two weeks later. It was so nice to be treated so well. I finally had people around me who understood what I was going through and helped me. My pain relief from my fractures came within about two weeks after beginning my kyphoplasty and Above: LaDeana “Marvet” Johnson osteoporosis treatments.

The treatments are done in stages over a period of time. It has been worth it to drive an hour to see Dr. Webb.”

Why Marvet likes Dr. Webb: “I trust him. He and his staff treat me with great respect and dignity. I have found more help here than any other place over the years of suffering.”

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Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that quickly repairs vertebral compression fractures (VCF) and restores structural integrity to broken vertebral bone. Kyphoplasty is an outpatient procedure that uses a cavity creation device (usually a balloon) to create a space in the broken vertebra which is then filled with a special bone cement to stabilize the fracture and reduce pain.

The goal of kyphoplasty is to restore the broken vertebra to a more normal height and to fix the pain caused by the fracture. When a vertebral fracture occurs, it most commonly presents as an acute worsening of chronic lower back pain. Many times the patient’s chronic back pain is getting worse, but it’s actually due to a recent fracture. Many of our patients experience immediate pain relief following kyphoplasty. It can help relieve pain by stabilizing the fracture. Improved mobility results because of decreased pain levels.

Dr. Webb – Kyphoplasty Expert When it comes to kyphoplasty, Dr. Webb is one of the most experienced physicians in the US. Dr. Webb has performed thousands of kyphoplasty procedures and has the experience necessary to safely perform kyphoplasty. In fact, he also teaches other physicians how to safely and effectively perform the procedure. Here are a few facts about Dr. Webb’s kyphoplasty expertise: • He performed over 120 kyphoplasties during his training (fellowship).

• Was one of the first physicians to perform kyphoplasty in Oklahoma.

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• The highest level of experience in the Tulsa area with 300-400 fractures treated per year.

• Continues efforts to refine vertebral fracture treatment, consulting for numerous medical device companies and teaching other physicians how to perform this life-saving procedure.

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My Comfort Food

BY SHANNON SMITH

Rigatoni with White Bolognese Serves 8 - Bolognese is traditionally made with slowsimmered beef and rich tomato sauce, but I’ve broken that tradition with this version that isn’t often found in Italy. Every ingredient in this sauce brings a unique element of flavor that blends perfectly, and is particularly perfect on a chilly day. Tossed with pasta, it makes a perfect one-pot meal, but I’ve also made it into a soup by adding more chicken stock and leaving out the pasta. Any way you serve it, you’re going to love this version.

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t’s finally autumn, and with all that’s going on in the world, I think we could all use some comforting. For me, I find it easier to get my mind off my own troubles by focusing on gratitude and ways to encourage others. We’re nearing the holidays, and we could probably use some fresh ideas for comforting family, friends, or the dog, if that’s all you feel like comforting. My favorite way to provide comfort is through food, and when I cook for my loved ones, my own troubles seem to become obsolete. So, I’m going to share one of my favorite comfort foods…. White Bolognese.

I’ve been to Bologna, Italy several times, and learned the traditional method of making Bolognese sauce made with tomatoes, beef broth, and red wine. It’s a staple in the

Emilia Romana region of Italy, and will always hold a special place in my heart (and tummy). But there’s another Bolognese in town, and it’s white. Well, actually, it’s just lighter in color, but it’s made with pork, chicken stock, white wine, and cream. It’s seasoned with flavors that are comforting, like oranges, sage, and fennel. It’s also very versatile because it’s not only a perfect sauce for pasta; it can be thinned down with more chicken stock and made into a soup that is sure to comfort anyone, no matter what their troubles. I’ve even gotten creative and mixed it up with cream cheese for a dip to go with tortilla chips, because frankly, I have an obsession with chips dipped into anything. It’s also a great sauce to pour over baked potatoes or hash

Rigatoni with White Bolognese

it up and spreading it to cover the bottom of the pan. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper to each. Let the onion and fennel cook until softened, then add garlic and mushrooms.

Cook until liquid from the mushrooms has mostly evaporated.

Meanwhile, break up the pork as it cooks, but don’t let it get browned. When the pork is done, add the onion mixture and combine. Add sage, wine, orange juice, and chicken stock. Cook, uncovered for 30 minutes until the liquid has reduced and sauce has thickened. You may need to cook a few minutes longer to reduce it enough. Add cream, orange zest and Parmesan, and stir.

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4 tablespoons olive oil, divided in half 1 white onion, chopped 1 fennel bulb, core removed and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper 2 pounds ground pork 6 ounces white mushrooms, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves, chopped 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/3 cup orange juice 1 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup cream Zest of one orange 4 ounces freshly grated Parmesan Cheese 1 pound rigatoni pasta

Prepare one medium-sized (10”) and one large skillet on the stove by heating to medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to each skillet. In the smaller skillet, add the onion and fennel. In the larger skillet add the ground pork, breaking

brown potatoes. If you know me, then you won’t be surprised when I suggest pouring it over scrambled eggs because almost everything goes well with scrambled eggs at my house. Are you getting the idea that this sauce is like magic?

I assure you that if you try this recipe before the year’s end, you’ll thank me for it, and so will those you are comforting, including the dog. I wish each of you a very happy Thanksgiving this year, and I hope you find many things to hold dear and be thankful for.

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Meanwhile, in a large pan, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt.

Add pasta and stir. Cook pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain off the rest. Add pasta to the sauce and stir, adding in the reserved pasta water. Garnish with more Parmesan and sage.

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Sip & Shop at the

Wine Walk

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eed a girls’ night out? Looking for a romantic and fun new date night idea? The annual Broken Arrow Chamber’s Wine Walk in Broken Arrow is an evening of excellence with wine samplings, food tastings, and much more!

On Thursday, December 3, from 6:30-9:00 p.m., Wine Walk guests will be treated to 8 wine tasting stations and multiple stops for appetizer samplings from area restaurants as they sip and shop their way through the festively decorated Rose District. Individual tickets are $35 per person, and registration can be completed on their website at www. brokenarrowchamber.com. New this year is the Girls’ Pack, which will include four tickets to the event, as well as VIP early check-in, for $120.

Check-in will begin at Broken Arrow Brewing Company, and guests can stroll through downtown and mark off wine sampling stops on their passport to ensure they don’t miss a thing! Most of the shops in the Rose District will also be open. Photos with Santa will also be enjoyed, as well as a multitude of other photo opportunities available in the magic of the District.

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Above: BA Chamber Event Manager, Amber Hinkle, invites everyone to come out and enjoy all of the splendor and magic of the Rose District at Christmas time.

Right: Multiple wine tasting stations will provide wine samplings during the event, providing a great opportunity to try some new wines while enjoying appetizers and shopping throughout the Rose District.

“We want people to use the occasion to be with friends they haven’t gotten to be with in a while or even the ones they have,” said BA Chamber Events Manager Amber Hinkle. “It’s also a great opportunity to get some holiday shopping done.”

At check-in, registrants will receive a custom wine glass with their passport in a goody bag. The wine glasses are unique to each year’s events and are a great collectible. The new design for 2020’s event will be unveiled that night.

All of the wine for the event is donated by Through the Cellar Door in Broken Arrow. Gold sponsors

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“Everyone needs to experience our Main Street at Christmas time,” said Amber. “It is absolutely amazing.” Visit their website for more information and a complete list of sponsors and contributors.

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HoneyBaked Ham Company of Tulsa to the Rescue…

Your tastiest holiday meals are easier than ever!

BY MARY WEBRA

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his year, more than 2.5 million customers will invite HoneyBaked Ham to be an important part of their holiday gatherings from Thanksgiving through the beginning of the New Year. It all started back in the 1940s when founder Harry Hoenselaar patented the perfect final touch to his delicious gourmet hams…the spiral-slicing process. In addition, Harry also created a unique curing and cooking process that produced unbelievably high quality, bone-in smoked hams. The company is still family-owned, and each product still

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employs the same procedures Harry created from the beginning…one at a time. This is just one of the unique features that make Honey Baked Ham and Turkey so deliciously different from similar products. Whole Honey Baked Turkeys are sold roasted, smoked, or Cajun style.

HoneyBaked Ham Co. and Cafe of Tulsa is locally owned and operated

by Lee Griffin, and the store Manager/ Partner is Nikki McAnelly. “Honey Baked’s core values include treating customers like gold, treating everyone with respect, doing the right thing, delivering quality and growth worthy

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Above: Lee Griffin, Owner of Honey Baked Ham Company of Tulsa.

of the brand, and making a difference while having some fun!” says Lee. When you visit the store for lunch, to pick up a delicious dinner, or use them to cater an event at your home or business, you’ll readily witness how well Lee and his crew live up to the values instilled by the parent company. 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. “We’re consistent in what we do, and this is just one of the reasons HoneyBaked Ham Co. has remained a leader in the industry for over 60 years.” In addition to the exquisite taste, turkey breasts are fully cooked and ready to serve, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating life with friends and family, one meal at a time.

Each of the 12,000 people employed during the holiday season are instrumental in helping equip the company to deliver the premium quality products millions of customers have come to expect from HoneyBaked Ham. The store provides the same highquality standards in every product offered, from their Honey Glazed Ham and Turkey to all the additional products. You will love their plethora of side dishes that are 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? Lee stated that their sweet potato soufflé continues to be their #1 selling side dish with literally thousands sold at their store during the holiday season. He also smiled and said, “I can eat 5 or 6 all by myself.”

Ham, turkey, cheese, fruit, and

veggie trays continue to be a corporate favorite for parties and get-togethers. A meat and cheese party tray that serves 10 to 12 people runs about $49.99; 12 to 14 people about $69.99. A 24-hour advance preparation notice for trays is appreciated. To accompany your How To Scan a QR Code party trays and • Open the Camera app on your phone meats, you won’t • Select the rear facing camera, and hold your device so that the QR code appears in want to forget the viewfinder in the Camera app to add their • Tap the notification to open the link ever-popular associated with the QR code Signature Sauces… #1 is their Hickory Honey Mustard, Above: Scan this QR code with your smart phone and reveal the Honey Baked menu. and #2 is Cranberry Walnut Chutney.

Each one deliciously enhances the “Whether you’re dining at our cafe, flavor of the meats. catering or using us for your holiday A wide range of desserts, such as parties and meals, you’re going to apple, pecan, and pumpkin pie are enjoy the same high-quality standards available as well. But if your gang in every product we offer. Our is yearning for something different, customers say, over and over again, try a carrot cake or cheesecake. Red that our recipes are reminiscent of velvet cake is back in stock especially their mothers and grandmothers, and for the holidays. “Our most popular the dishes taste as if they came from dessert is our pecan pie followed by our apple caramel pie,” said Lee. Their their kitchens.”

Lee and his team have gone above selection of sweet rolls and breakfast and beyond, keeping your foods items are the perfect hostess gift idea, and pick-up preferences safe and to serve for your holiday breakfast, or with a cup of cocoa after an evening (continued on next page) of outdoor strolling and caroling. ®

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secure. Your safety is at the top of their list. “Inspections are frequent and as intense as ever. We are doing everything possible to ensure the public, our employees, and their families their utmost safety and reliability,” stressed Lee, “through all of this, we have kept our full staff working, and no one in our Honey Baked family has so far been sick.”

The letter pictured says it all.

For your convenience, you can “Grab-n-GO” inside their socially distanced store; or “Touchless” purchasing and pick-up curbside.

Both are smooth and seamless. It’s easy by following these steps: First, choose your items and pay online at pickup.honeybaked.com. Second, follow the signage at the store for the touch-less drive-thru pick-up line.

You will receive a reminder email and receipt for your purchases. Curbside service will be open during regular business hours. Their drive-thru will be open on peak days, and you must pre-purchase online to pick-up at the drive-thru. Both ways to purchase have been well planned and organized.

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While this year has felt particularly long, we are actually looking forward to the holiday season. A year of pandemic and political upheaval has made us appreciate our loved ones in a new way and if your business is like ours, we spend more time with our work family than our home family. HoneyBaked hopes we can still help you show your appreciation for all of your family this holiday. Making your gifting experience both meaningful and easy is our goal. As your gifting needs change to accommodate people working from home or those working in new socially distant workspaces, we are here to help. Let us design a personalized gifting plan with your needs in mind.

Whether you give a ham or turkey, be assured that our packaging has always been focused on safety and quality. Each item is inspected, glazed and packaged individually while adhering to the most recent health department guidelines along with our o wn stringent corporate guiding principles. An d if there How To Scan a QR Code isn’t a holiday gathering in your future but you still want to show your appreciation, our gift cards will • Open the Camera app on your phone allow your folks to get HoneyBaked at home o n their own timeline. They can shop either he re in the • Select the rear facing camera, and hold your device so that the QR code appears in store or using the catalog for home delivery. the viewfinder in the Camera app

We will be sending you an email quote based on your purchase last year. And to make that • Tap the notification to open the link even more associated with the QR code appetizing this year we are going back to 2018 pricing. As everyone tightens their purse stri ngs in these unsettling times, we want to help your bottom-line.

Even if your budget or staffing levels have changed, let us bring some ‘normal’ back to your holiday.

Please don’t hesitate to call or email us with any questions or to discuss how we can support you this year.

Thanks again for the opportunity to serve you,

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preparation compare to no other,” explained Lee. Trust the experts by letting Lee and his crew help you create the setting, moments, and taste that have helped make holidays so special for 60 years!

That sweet, crunchy glaze on both the ham and turkey breasts can only be found at Honey Baked Ham. And each ham and turkey breast is glazed Left: Honey Baked Ham signature sauces and holiday side dishes are perennial favorites.

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