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Fundraising Event for Claremore Boy Get Like-New Cabinets Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing can make your with FOP cabinets look like new again, without sanding, dust, ZipperQ is a fundraising event being held at The Nut House on October 6 to raise money for Zip Gordon, a young boy battling a rare genetic disorder.

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By Cheena Pazzo The Gordon family is working hard to raise awareness for their son, who is battling a rare genetic disorder called Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP), or “Stone Man Disease.” Zip was diagnosed with FOP in July of 2011 at age 4. Friends and family are auctioning a truck and holding a barbecue event and auction in his honor to raise money for FOP research. FOP is one of the rarest, most disabling genetic conditions known to medicine, affecting one in two million, with only 700 confirmed cases worldwide. It causes the bone to attack muscle, turning muscle into bone and potentially enclosing the patient in a second skeleton. (continued on page 28)

Anyone who is in the process of trying to sell their home knows it’s not a simple task, by any means. The first thing your realtor will tell you is that a house that looks polished and

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When you see or hear the name, Waterstone Private Wealth Management, you might think it’s for the very wealthy. Co-owners Ken Grant and wife Melanie Hasty-Grant, want everyone to know that isn’t the case. Wealth is a relative term and the services offered at Waterstone are appropriate for anyone who wants to make the most of their investments. “Wealth isn’t something that just happens to you one day (unless you win the lottery). You have to have a plan and a strategy to get you there,” said Melanie. “We are the ones to help you do that.” Neither Ken nor Melanie was born with a silver spoon in

their mouth. Ken grew up in Mesquite, Texas, enjoyed sports, and played football at OSU. Today Ken spearheads investment analysis and strategic counsel for Waterstone Private Wealth Management and has more than 20 years of experience in business administration and investment management. He is a sought-after source for national television, radio, and news outlets. Recent appearances include CNBC’s PowerLunch, Fox Business Opening Bell, The Dow Jones Newswire, and The Wall Street Journal. Melanie grew up on a farm in Arkansas. She received a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from OSU and was

employed as a marriage and family counselor for 11 years. She attributes this experience for her down-to-earth, straight talking, tell-it-like-it-is style when she counsels clients today. Melanie handles the long-term, big-picture planning, client development, and financial planning side of the business. Melanie also writes a series of articles for Value News entitled, “Ask the Money Maven.” “I write my monthly articles based on what my clients are worried or concerned about,” she says. She wrote “When a Penny Saved is not a Penny Earned” when several seniors had come to her searching for (continued on page 28)

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Does Money Buy Happiness? Sometimes. BY MELANIE HASTY-GRANT

Look around! These days it’s not hard to find folks who “appear” to be living “in high cotton” who are really struggling to make their bills. What my dad used to call “Big Hat. No Cattle.” We call them Hundred Thousand Dollar Millionaires…..and they are a dime a dozen. You know exactly who I am talking about. These are your neighbors, and friends, and people you go to church with, who have become entangled by all the worldly things they “thought” would make them happy and all the debt to goes along with it. Many of them are one paycheck away from disaster. They have lots of things, lots of monthly payments, and nothing in savings or investments. This “I want everything…and I want it now” mentality abounds in all levels of society from our government spending down to our personal economies. One of the things I tell my clients is “You can have almost anything you want. You just can’t have everything.” Some people want everything now…and that’s where financial problems come in! In reality, a determined focus on what’s really important to you can get you almost anything, as long as you’re able to let go of extraneous things and activities in the process. Becoming financially mature starts with a shift in mindset. We have to begin thinking of money not as an end in itself, but as a tool that helps us get or do what we

almost feel the oxygen being sucked out of the room. It’s as if I have asked them to go on a 500 calorie a day diet. This is because folks associate these terms with feelings of self-denial, discipline, and conflict. What I am talking about here is more about embracing what you want out of life and letting other things fall away. Instead of engaging in a grueling battle to deny yourself, simply focus on what has long-term value for you. Saving money flows naturally from that. want. Don’t let the tail wag the dog! Becoming financially fit requires us to make values-based decisions on what is important to us, trim the fat, and stay focused. True wealth is an inner sense of abundance, not outward displays of bling-bling. If you value time with your family, then you should find time to be fully present and engaged with those you love. You should save and plan for a family vacation that will give you lasting memories. If you value being able to spend your golden years without fear of whether or not social security will be around, then save and plan those retirement years. If you value buying nice things then buy nice things and stop buying junk. Even if you are on a limited budget, save for what you truly want and value instead of throwing your money away …. just so you can have it now! When I talk with clients about things like money management, budgets, and saving, you can

Here are 3 simple steps: 1) Determine what you really value. 2) Set specific goals to accomplish. 3) Either earn more money for the things you value or spend less on the things you don’t. Remember, there are no armored trucks at a funeral procession. In other words INVEST in yourself, in your dreams, in your future, in a lifestyle that fulfills and enriches you and those you love, and you will not only be happier but you’ll be richer in so many ways. For more information go to www.waterstonewealth.com or call 918-272-1120. Melanie Hasty-Grant, Experienced Licensed Professional Counselor and Managing Principal at Waterstone Private Wealth Management. Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial: A registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC

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AAn Eye for Service Dr. Abby Overstreet of Advanced Vision Center emphasizes one-on-one, friendly customer service in addition to offering advanced technology. By Lorrie Ward Advanced technology has added some great benefits to our society, but in many cases it has also created a highly impersonal atmosphere. Cell phones, texting, email and various other technological advances have revved up the pace within our relationships, both business and personal. But somehow, even though we’ve become more connected to those around us, we sometimes feel more disconnected because we are rushed through important conversations, situations and decisions. Dr. Abby Overstreet of Advanced Vision Center & Eyewear Boutique opened her business in Claremore five years ago with the express purpose of combining the latest, most advanced technology in eye care – including an on-site lab and retinal photography – with oneon-one, personalized and friendly service. It is a delicate balancing act, but it is one she strives to perform perfectly. “I have a lot of technology – and I use it,” she notes. “But I take the time to explain things thoroughly and in regular terms.

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When a staff member, like Senior Insurance Advisor and Accounting Specialist Heather Williams, helps clients choose frames, she encourages them to consider their hobbies and needs. “If you golf or fish, you might need polarized lenses. But if you don’t do those things or need those type of lenses, we don’t push and cause you to spend needlessly,” says Heather. “Times are too hard to spend money on things we don’t need.” Dr. Abigail Overstreet was born and raised in Muskogee, attended Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, and obtained her undergraduate degree at Oklahoma State University. She then attended one of the few private schools of optometry in the nation, Nova Southeastern University in Florida, where she obtained a second bachelor of science degree in vision science and completed her doctorate in optometry in 2006. The same year, she received the prestigious Cooper Vision Contact Association Excellence Award. As soon as her education was complete, there was no question

Dr. Abby Overstreet uses the latest technology in a room that feels like home, which she has personally decorated. in Dr. Overstreet’s mind that she wanted to return home and practice in Oklahoma. She chose Claremore for its small-townwithin-a-bigger-town atmosphere. “Being here helps fulfill my dream of opening a practice with a huge selection of eyewear so people don’t have to go all the way to Tulsa – sort of a one stop shop,” she relates. “Claremore is quaint and quiet and yet is growing. I love the people here.” For more information about Dr. Abigail Overstreet and Advanced Vision Center & Eyewear Boutique, call

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QQuit Hiding Those Toes A New Image Cosmetic Laser Center offers a highly successful laser treatment for nail fungus. By Dwight Korgan, MD While most people never experience the serious complications of toenail fungus, known as onychomycosis, it can nevertheless have major complications such as cellulitis (local bacterial infections), osteomyelitis (bone infections) and gangrene. Most people just complain of those ugly nails that only occasionally cause minor discomfort and sometimes don’t quite clear the couch or coffee table and end up being stripped off (avulsed). Frequently not even the best nail polish will do an adequate cover up. Many women don’t wear open toed shoes and just put up with the embarrassment. This is especially true when the fingernails are involved. There are several causes such as exposure in a wet environment and trauma to the nail. Many, however, appear to be genetically impaired with the apparent inability to fight the infection. (Think: “Did either of my parents have thick ugly toenails?”) Tens of millions of Americans are afflicted with this malady, with up to one in ten people having the problem. It

Dr. Dwight Korgan of A New Image Cosmetic Laser Center. tends to be much worse in the older population and in those who have diabetes. Unfortunately, except for occasional cases caused by trauma, it rarely resolves by itself. Infections may be divided into three types: distal subungal

onychomycosis (DSO) involving the end portion of the nail, proximal subungal onychomycosis (PSO) involving the area around the cuticle, and white superficial (WSO) occurring as a powdery substance on the surface. Deformities from psoriasis,

lichen planus and trauma may cause look alike nails. While most of the time diagnosis is made by clinical inspection, culture and biopsy may be necessary in difficult cases. One challenge is that even when present, cultures may fail to grow the causative agent and may take several weeks or months to grow. Treatment is difficult because the fungus is sequestered in the nail and between the nail and the nail bed where the body’s defenses have a difficult time penetrating. Up until recently treatment was divided into topical and systemic. Topical agents include over-the-counter remedies such as mentholatum, vinegar soaks, tea tree oil and various herbal preparations. Several antifungal creams are also available over the counter. Unfortunately this class has minimal benefit except maybe in the white superficial type. Prescription topical creams and lacquers are available with only slightly higher success rate and a lot more cost. Several systemic (oral) medications are available by prescription, but have the downside risk of irritating and even damaging the liver and require monitoring with lab tests. Until recently when generics became available, these were very expensive and even now many insurances are reluctant to cover them. The best of these, terbinfine is approximately 85 percent effective. There is a relatively new treatment available now using a

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YAG-1064 laser to momentarily heat the nail area and kill the fungus. Several treatments are required but last only about 15 minutes with minimal discomfort, and no risk of injury to the liver. Success rates approach 95 percent. Regardless of the treatment type, it takes six months to a year for a new non- infected nail to regrow (shorter time for fingernails and longer time for toenails). Unfortunately reinfection may occur, but in the case of the laser, a treatment every six months to one year may be all it takes to keep the fungus at bay and great looking nails. A New Image is proud to be able to offer this new treatment at an introductory rate. Initial consultation is free. There are some illnesses that would prevent using this treatment and a few screening questions will be asked before an appointment is made. So if you tired of hiding those nails, come in see our photo gallery of successes and give us a chance to show you what your nails could look like next summer.

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SSizzlin’ September Entertainment The 33rd annual Bluegrass & Chili Festival takes place September 6-8, 2012 at the Claremore Expo Center grounds.

By Lorrie Ward Recently while on vacation, Rogers County native Myrtle Prather went into a store in Branson, Missouri to buy a pair of shoes for her granddaughter. At the register, the cashier asked Myrtle for her zip code, and when Myrtle said, “74017Claremore,” the cashier exclaimed, “Oh, that’s where we go every year to the Bluegrass & Chili Festival!” When Myrtle relayed this story to Dell Davis, president of the Claremore Chamber of Commerce, Dell was not surprised. “People all over the country identify Claremore with this festival,” she says, pointing out that some of the attendees starting coming as children with their

parents and now have grown up and are bringing their own children. “Some groups even make this their annual family reunion,” Dell says. “We do a survey of participants every year amongst the people who park on site and it is interesting to see where people come from – Arkansas, Missouri, Texas, Kansas, and even as far away as Colorado and Florida.” This year’s event, held September 6, 7, and 8, promises to be filled with fun as usual. One popular feature is the MidAmerica Regional Chili Cook-off and Salsa Competition, during which chili creators will vie to win a spot in the World Cookoff, where they could win the

$25,000 first prize. Festival attendees can purchase an official taster kit and judge for themselves whose chili deserves this top honor. The Bluegrass & Chili Festival also hosts plenty of other fun events for the whole family, including the Festival Market, Open Car Show, Kiddie Korral, dance exhibitions of country and clog dancing, an antique tractor pull, and much more. Admission to the festival is free, and onsite parking is $10 per carload. Festival hours are Thursday and Friday from 4 p.m. to 11p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and each day promises exciting musical entertainment. The award-winning Dailey & Vincent and country superstar Marty Stuart & The Fabulous Superlatives will perform on Thursday. The CMA, IBMA and Grammy Award winning Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will play on Friday evening, and Saturday’s lineup will include Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, followed by Rhonda Vincent & the Rage, and wrapped up by Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out. In addition, three stages around the festival will feature music from regional favorites like Heartland

Marty Stuart & The Fabulous Superlatives will headline on Thursday.

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder perform Friday. Xpress, Spring Street, Ben Neikirk & The Undecided Band, Common Tyme, Lauren Lee & Liberty Road, Roof Top Romeos, The Vikings, Sixx Gunn Hill, Bethany Grace & Gypsy Soul and many others. For a complete entertainment listing, go to www.claremore.org. There will be two events for budding artists as well: The Best Country in the City Vocalist Competition, open to any age group, and the Junior Showcase for talented youth, ages 21 and younger. For more information

on the music lineup or for applications and information on the competition and showcase, visit www.claremore.org. The Bluegrass & Chili Festival has been a Green Country event for 33 years, and the festival continues to grow since moving to Claremore from Tulsa in 2000. “We don’t even realize what we have until we go off and hear someone else talk about it,” says Dell, who tells of visiting Harrison, Arkansas and attending a Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver concert, who are regular performers at the Bluegrass & Chili Festival. As she and her husband sat waiting for the show to begin, a group of strangers nearby began talking about how they heard this group in Claremore and expressed high praise not only for the Bluegrass & Chili Festival, but for the town itself, bragging on Claremore’s entertainment, sites, antique stores and museums. The group had no idea who they were sitting next to, and Dell and her husband did not reveal themselves, but instead just sat and enjoyed hearing the admiration directed at their hometown. “My husband just sat next to me, nudging me and grinning,” Dell recalls with a grin of her own. “I wish I’d had a recorder!”

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By Lorrie Ward

The Roaring ’20s Return

Rogers County Historical Society will host The Great Gatsby Gala on September 29 to benefit the Belvidere Mansion.

The excitement of a bygone era returns as the Roaring Twenties come roaring in again at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum on September 29 at 7 p.m., when the Rogers County Historical Society (RCHS) presents The Great Gatsby Gala. Whether you love to dance, dress in period costume, help preserve history, or all of the above, you won’t want to miss this event, with proceeds to benefit the Belvidere Mansion in Claremore. The event will feature live big band music from Jim Tanners Band and food samples from local restaurants. “Dancing is encouraged, as is costume,” says Peggy Feese, event chair. “But neither is required. We just want everyone to come and enjoy this gala event benefiting the Belvidere.” Members of the Rogers County Historical Society feel that the Will Rogers Memorial Museum is the perfect place to celebrate the 1920s, partly because the architecture is reminiscent of that period, and also because the man the

memorial honors was a Vaudeville and Hollywood star of the ’20s. “We couldn’t think of a better man than Will Rogers to

mansion in downtown Claremore, whose renovation and operation is completely funded by donation, endowments and

Affordable Family Fun

The Rogers County Fair, scheduled for September 13-16, is adding even more fun, affordable activities for the family to enjoy this year.

For the first time in decades, the Rogers County Fair, to be held September 13-16, will host an old-fashioned carnival midway by Fun Time Shows, featuring rides, games and carnival food, with armbands available nightly from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, 1 to 5 p.m. As in years past, live music from local bands will be presented each evening. On Thursday at 7 p.m., The Sam Cox Band will be entertaining with self-described “Red Dirt

Country,” and Friday at 7 p.m., country singer Heath Wright and the Hangmen will take the stage. Locals Bethany Grace & Gypsy Soul will offer original music with a soft rock, bluesy-folk sound Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Saturday night will be the first time Rogers County Fair has been privileged to present The Texaco Country Showdown National Talent Competition – The Oklahoma Final. Radio stations across the state choose and sponsor local performers, who compete on a state level, then

The owners of Tiny Cakes and Truffles brought samples of their treats to last year’s gala and won the costume contest.

represent this era,” Peggy says. “In fact, Will Rogers himself will be present,” she adds with a smile, referring to Andy Hogan, who is locally well known for his reenactments of Rogers County’s famous native son. The Great Gatsby Gala is one of four yearly events held on behalf of the 9,000-square-foot historical

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fundraisers. Tickets for the event are $15 and are available at the Belvidere Mansion, located at 121 N. Chickasaw Ave.

regional, and finally national in Nashville for a $100,000 prize. The winner of the Oklahoma Final will receive $1,000 and a place in the regional competition. The Rogers County Fair will also host traditional favorites such as goat roping, pedal tractor pulls, and a barnyard area within an indoor arena. Those wishing to participate in these and other events will want to note that inside exhibits like canned goods, flower arrangements, and arts and crafts are due Wednesday, September 12. The premium sale featuring the top animals from the livestock shows will be held on Monday, September 17 at 7 p.m. The premium sale bids are donations made to the exhibitors from local businesses. For more information, visit www.rogerscountyfair.com.

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Enriching the Catoosa Community

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By Lorrie Ward The Friends of the Catoosa Public Library Foundation is committed to upholding the integrity and accessibility of the Catoosa Public Library and enriching the community it serves. They host movie nights in the Catoosa Community

contact the Foundation if their curriculum calls for a specific video or movie. The Friends also sponsor fun classes with different themes throughout the year. This month’s class, “DIY Laundry Detergent Workshop,” will

(L to R) Kathryn Bolen, vice president; Carol Wyatt, grant writer and acting treasurer; and Becky Jones, president.

Center (across the hall from the library in the library building) at 6:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month. The movie equipment and popcorn machine were purchased with grant monies awarded by the Cherokee Nation. Movie night popcorn is free. The Friends encourage teachers and homeschoolers to

be held September 15 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Center. “This will feature demonstrations on how to make non-commercially processed detergents and household products,” says Becky Jones, president. To raise money for these fun and free activities, the foundation

hosts various fundraising events. The next one is coming up on Saturday, October 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Community Center – the 2nd annual “Whale of a Tale” Arts and Crafts Sale. Vendor applications will be received through October 5. Interested parties should contact them as soon as possible, as booths sell out quickly. Applications can be found at www.catoosalibraryfriends.com/whaleofatalesale, or send an email to whaleofatalesale@gmail.com. “We want as many Oklahoma artisans as possible,” says Kathryn Bolen, vice president of the Friends. The show will also feature a Kid’s Craft Corner. Students and homeschoolers are invited to present their home craft products and student art for sale or display. “We had a great turnout last year, with vendors offering custom-made jewelry, doll clothes, candles, tutus, quilts, custom embroidery, face painting, music, home décor, and more.” The Masons will be sponsoring the show this year and have committed to matching all of the funds raised.

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The 4th annual Fall Craft Show at Eastern Hills Baptist Church is set for September 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

By Lorrie Ward

It is often hard to find crafters in this day and age as society relies more heavily on technology, but true artisans are still out there and many will find their way to Eastern Hills Baptist Church for the 4th annual Fall Craft Show on Saturday, September 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern Hills is tucked into the hills east of Claremore, about a mile north of Cherokee Casino at Will Rogers Downs. The show will host 20 booths, half

filled by local artisans and the other half featuring commercial items like from Pampered Chef. “We strive to keep it unique though,” says Craft Show Chairperson Trista Hill. “So we only allow one representative for each commercial item.” According to Trista, it is not at all difficult to keep the handmade arts and crafts portion of the show unique. “True crafters don’t let anything go to waste,” she points

out, “so even if two crafters make the same type of item, it is very unlikely the styles will be the same because they have made things from their own scraps and scratch.” Craft Show shoppers are likely to find just about anything from homemade soap by Prairie Princess to local honey to handmade jewelry to crocheted and hand-sewn items. One year, an artisan brought handmade Native American jewelry and moccasins. “We have a man from Locust Grove who is a wood turner; he makes very intricate patterns on items like writing pens, vases, pull chains and more,” says Trista. “We also had a wood chipper one year.”

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CCommunity Bank, Community Driven Grand Bank prides itself on providing old-fashioned customer service in addition to the latest technology. By Lorrie Ward With technology propelling business transactions to an increasingly frenetic pace, the phrase “hometown bank” may seem to be an antiquated one. Travis Wilson, president of Grand Bank in Claremore, values his hometown of Claremore and believes there is nothing outdated about good old-fashioned service. While Grand Bank employs the latest technology, such as Remote Check Capture and iPhone applications, it still keeps the philosophy of personal service, upheld by local employees. “In the past two years, we’ve experienced tremendous growth,” Wilson reports. “People are drawn during these economic times to a smaller bank where they can get to know everyone.” Part of keeping up with the growth and keeping it local is the recent hire of Jimmy Ray as vice president and loan officer. Like Wilson, who graduated from Claremore High School, Ray is a local – he graduated from Oologah High School. The two men worked together at the former 1st Bank of Claremore for ten years before Wilson made the move to Grand Bank two years

Jimmy Ray (left), new vice president and loan officer, and Travis Wilson, Grand Bank president. ago. When the position of vice president and loan officer opened up this summer, the decision to hire Jimmy Ray was an easy one for Wilson – and the decision to take the position wasn’t at all difficult for Jimmy Ray. “Like Travis, I came from a

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HHelping Prevent Sports Eye Injuries Claremore Eye Associates encourages parents to become educated on preventing eye injuries in children who participate in sports. By Lorrie Ward Sight is one of our most utilized senses; yet it seems to be the one most taken for granted, and our eyes are often the last thing we think of protecting. That’s why Prevent Blindness America has designated September as Sports Eye Injury Prevention Awareness Month, and Dr. Lacy Crissup of Claremore Eye Associates encourages everyone, especially parents with children who are involved in sports, to become educated on how to protect against immediate eye injury and how to prevent long term damage as well. “According to a report by the American Optometric Association, the majority of sports-related eye injuries are preventable with protective eyewear,” says Dr. Crissup, who cites statistics from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission showing that over 70 percent of reported sportsrelated eye injuries happen to people under 25, and almost half occur in children under 15. Unfortunately, thousands of these injuries result in permanent loss of sight in the affected eye. Dr. Crissup suggests specific protective eyewear not only for

The staff at Claremore Eye Associates (L to R): (Standing) Kristin Kress, Becky Garoutte, Kim Marcotte, Betty Mitchell, (Seated) Dr. Steve Smith and Dr. Lacy Crissup. (Not pictured: Dr. James Stover.) those who don’t need prescription eyeglasses, but also for those who do. “Regular eye glasses are great for daily wear and tear,” she points out. “But they are not designed to protect in high-impact situations.” Since many sporting events and activities take place outside, protection against ultraviolet

light, commonly known as UV rays, is an important consideration when purchasing protective sports eyewear. Dr. Crissup notes, however, that UV protective eyewear is actually important for anyone who ever goes outside at all – especially children, as UV damage takes place over the long term. “Kids

tend to spend more time outside than adults, and their crystalline lens is clearer, allowing more UV radiation to pass to the back of the eye,” says Dr. Crissup. “This makes them more susceptible to long-term effects like cataracts, macular degeneration, and cancer in and around the eyes.” She suggests following the guidelines set forth by the AOA: wear sunglasses or contacts equipped with proper UV protection (blocking 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays), apply sunscreen around the eye area, and if possible, wear a hat for extra shade. The school year brings more than just the risk of sports injuries when it comes to the eyes, as more time will be spent in front of a computer screen. Many children – and many adults for that matter – suffer from a modern malady, Computer Vision Syndrome, or CVS. The AOA lists the most common symptoms of CVS as the following: eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, and neck and shoulder pain. “A person might be suffering from uncorrected vision problems that surface

when they start working on the computer a lot, such as farsightedness, astigmatism, or focusing problems,” says Dr. Crissup. “Or it may just be a positioning issue: they might need to adjust their screens higher or lower so they can look at the computer screen straight on.” Dr. Crissup points out that some people who may not need glasses otherwise could need to use glasses specifically for the computer, to help with focus and to reduce eye strain. Dr. Lacy Crissup is committed to continually educating herself and others on the latest developments in eye care. She has been a part of the team at Claremore Eye Associates (formerly Claremore Primary Eye Care Associates), which also includes her father, Steve L. Smith, OD, as well as James C. Stover, OD, for three years. In that time, she has been privileged to see some very positive changes take place. Claremore Eye Associates is now a member of Vision Source and recently remodeled its waiting area and frame showroom and its interior offices and examining rooms. “We are the same doctors and people,” says Dr. Crissup. “We just have a new look and a new name.”

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DDouble the Surceé Surceé Home Décor & Gifts is doubling in size, just in time for the Fall Open House September 6-8.

By Shelly Robinson Ever wish you could have more of a good thing? Laura Sanders of Surceé Home Décor & Gifts has been wishing for more room in her Owasso store and this month, her wish is coming true. “The space to the south of us became available and provided the perfect opportunity for us to expand. We will be able to offer more of everything you love, with the same helpful Surceé girls who have been here from the start.” Surceé is known for its beautiful interior, with charming vignettes throughout the store to inspire the interior designer in you. Laura’s mother, Sue Hatfield, has an exceptional gift for decorating and like every year, the store will close for a few days prior to the Fall Open House so that she can work her magic, totally transforming the store and incorporating all the latest merchandise for Halloween and fall. “It’s like an early Christmas for us each time the delivery trucks pull in – we start pulling things out of boxes and getting so excited,” laughed staff member Cathy Haney. The additional space will double the size of the store and the timing couldn’t be better, as the Fall Open House is just

around the corner, September 68. This annual event kicks off on September 6 with a huge Grand Reopening party and Girls Night Out. The doors will open at 5 p.m. and the first 20 customers will receive a special gift bag full of Surceé goodies from throughout the store. Many of the Surceé vendors are contributing items for door prizes as well. Laura says this year’s Fall Open House will be bigger and better than ever, with refreshments including delicious samples of fall foods that are perfect for tailgating and get-togethers. “We just wanted to throw a big party and say thank you to our loyal customers for shopping locally and making this expansion possible.” The Fall Open House continues Friday and Saturday during regular store hours with more prize giveaways, discounts and representatives from some of Surceé’s most popular brands on hand to speak with customers. Laura said the larger display area will allow her to offer more lighting, more home décor and two new lines of custom furniture. “We are very excited about the custom furniture. One line can be finished in over 40

different color choices.” If you love the Surceé look, but aren’t sure how to make it work in your home, you’ll be glad to know there’s help available. Say you want to decorate a bookshelf or a mantel; just snap a picture and bring it in, and the ladies will help you choose pieces for a coordinated and personal look. If you need more help, in-home consultations are available as well. Looking for something to make your home smell like fall? The new fall scents are in from Tyler Candle Company, and if you’re looking to cook up some fun, you’ll love the wide selection of cookbooks, kitchen décor and fun serving pieces. Wind and Willow dips mixes and Wine-A-Rita drink mixes can make any night feel like a party, and add a real touch of class to tailgate parties. Speaking of fall and tailgating, be sure to check out the Game Day Boutique featuring all kinds of stylish Owasso, OSU and OU apparel and fan gear. Surceé has everything you need to support the team in style. As the exclusive Brighton dealer in the Owasso area, you will find a large selection of items including purses and

Owner Laura Sanders stocks everything you need to look great while you tailgate in the Surceé Game Day Boutique. perfume, wallets and watches, all kinds of jewelry and the ever popular charm bar to make gifts fun and personal. If your charm bracelet is filling up, consider Brighton’s line of charm rings and earrings as well. The jewelry is interchangeable so you can highlight a favorite charm or change things up to complement your clothing. Surceé offers registries for babies and brides, and if you’d like to drop the hint to someone special about all the fabulous things you love, you can fill out a wish list to keep on file. There are free gift bags and wrap, and

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What’s Happening SEPTEMBER EVENTS Sept. 1-2 Elebration Tulsa Zoo www.tulsazoo.org Sept. 1-3 Gold Rush Mercantile Free admission Claremore Expo Center www.visitclaremore.org Sept. 6-8 Bluegrass & Chili Festival Claremore Expo Center (918) 341-2818 www.claremore.org Sept. 6-8 Okmulgee County Fair Okmulgee County Fairgrounds (918) 758-4140 Sept. 6-10 Mayes County Fair Mayes County Fairgrounds, Pryor www.mayescountyfair.com Sept. 7 Pierce Phillips Charity Golf Classic & Gala Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa www.piercephillipscharity.org Sept. 7-8 Feed My Starving Children Mobile Pack Event Northside Christian Church 1221 N. Elm Pl., Broken Arrow (918) 258-2577 www.FMSC.org Sept. 7-9 Tulsa House Beautiful Show QuikTrip Center, Tulsa Expo Square www.exposquare.com Sept. 8 Tony Bennett The Joint Hard Rock Casino Tulsa www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com Sept. 8 DAM J.A.M. Bicycle Tour Begins & finishes in Pryor www.damjambicycletour.com Sept. 8 Close/MS Regatta Lake Keystone, OK www.nationalmssociety.org/ok Sept. 8 Jenks Kiwanis Club Bicycle Rodeo 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Jenks High School KiwanisJenks@aol.com

Sept. 8 Water-Wise Gardening: Rain Gardens 10 a.m. Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden (918) 289-0330 www.ocbg.org Sept. 12 Hall & Oates The Joint Hard Rock Casino Tulsa www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com Sept. 13-16 Rock ’N Rib Festival Outside BOK Center, Tulsa www.bokcenter.com Sept. 13-15 Rogers County United Way Kick Off www.visitclaremore.com Sept. 13-16 Rogers County Fair Claremore Expo Center www.rogerscountyfair.com Sept. 14 Dress for Success Fashion Show & Auction Greenwood Cultural Center (918) 599-8892 www.dressforsuccess.org/tulsa

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Sept. 21 Grace Goes Country Benefit for Grace Hospice 6:30 – 11:30 p.m. Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa (918) 574-8765

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The next Just Between Friends sales events will be held in Owasso, September 13-16 next to Reasor’s and in Broken Arrow/Bixby at the SpiritBank Event Center, October 11-13. By Sheryl Sowell The economy continues to be a big topic of conversation right now for people of all walks of life – everyone is trying to figure out how to pinch a few extra pennies and earn some extra cash. A perfect solution for many families is buying and consigning at Just Between Friends, the nation’s leading children’s and maternity consignment event. Just when the economy seems to be getting better, something else pops up, and it finds a way to contribute to inflation and the shrinkage of everyone’s take-home pay. This is taking its toll on many families’ budgets, especially when it comes to purchasing for back to school. As many parents know, buying clothes, shoes and other items needed for school can get expensive. Participating in JBF is a win-win financially for both consignors and shoppers. Consignors typically make 65 percent of sales from their merchandise, while those who consign and volunteer make

70 percent. Consignors also have the advantage of creating their own prices for items no longer being used around the house. With better returns than most consignment shops can offer and far less hassle than a garage sale, consignors are able to take all their items in one day and choose to pick up or donate items that don’t sell. According to Marcy Leffingwell, one of the new owners of Just Between Friends Broken Arrow/Bixby, the prices and selection for shoppers is unrivaled, and they can find an entire season’s worth of items in one stop without spending a ton of cash. “This helps families not only eat better, they live better because JBF helps put some expendable income back in the family budget because of the great savings that can be found at a JBF sales event,” Leffingwell said. Typically shoppers can save 50 to 90 percent off clothes and equipment, compared to retail prices. Items available include gently-used children’s, junior’s

and maternity clothing in addition to baby equipment, household furniture, software, videos, toys and much more. “Moms, dads and grandparents can get quality items for their children at amazingly low prices and still be able to buy the groceries for that month," Leffingwell said. Amber Post, franchisee of Southwest Tulsa and Owasso, was a JBF shopper before she started organizing her own JBF events. "We were young college students, broke and on a tight budget," Post said. She had a sixmonth-old daughter the first time she shopped at a JBF and even then, she was a slave to fashion. Before, Post had to rely on her mom and grandma to buy the really cute things. "I could only afford to buy her the basics and shop the clearance racks, but once I discovered JBF, it was like a dream come true," she said. Suddenly Post could buy everything she wanted for her and not jeopardize her family's budget. After shopping once, she decided to consign and received a check for $75 from items she

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TThis Ride’s a Real Dickens! Claremore Main Street presents the 6th annual Dickens of a Ride on October 6. By Duane Blankenship In the heat of summer, bicyclists in northeastern Oklahoma begin looking forward to cooler weather and the Dickens of a Ride bicycle tour through the beautiful rolling hillsides surrounding Claremore. The ride is sponsored by Claremore Main Street, Inc. and supports their many programs and projects throughout the year. Proceeds from the ride help fund preservation efforts, economic development, and special projects including planters, trees, benches and public art. Dickens of a Ride attracts cyclists from Oklahoma and adjoining states. Ride options include distances of 30, 50, 62 and 100 miles. And for those who like to do their bicycling in a more relaxed manner, there is a Lazy Lake Loop, which is less than ten miles. This is a good ride for beginning cyclists or for young families. Longer bike routes begin and end at Gazebo Park at Muskogee Avenue and Will Rogers Boulevard. Riders will head west out of Claremore through scenic country sides to Oologah. From there, they will cycle areas surrounding

Claremore Lake. Riders on the longer routes will continue pedaling east of town through challenging, rolling hillsides before they head back to Gazebo Park. At the conclusion of the bike ride, cyclists are invited to attend a reception at the Gazebo, where light refreshments will be served. There will also be lots of really nice door prizes awarded by drawings as participants return to the Gazebo for a little rest and recuperation. Ride coordinator Cindy Bissett says, “The Boomarang Diner is offering a great Breakfast Ride Special beginning at 6 a.m. the day of the ride.” It will include one egg, two pieces of bacon or sausage, toast or biscuit and gravy, and hash brown potatoes. Milk, coffee or juice is not included with the special, but may be purchased separately. There will also be nine well-supplied rest stops along the bike routes where riders look forward to sitting a spell and taking advantage of numerous home baked goodies and fruit. Excellent mechanical and SAG support will be provided on the Dickens of a Ride until

5 p.m. Be sure to wear your ANSI, CPSC, or Snell approved helmet if you plan on participating in the ride; it’s required. Visit the www.downtownclaremore.org to register online. Or if you prefer, you may print a registration form, fill it out, and mail it in with your check. Riders may purchase a long-sleeve Dickens of a Ride commemorative T-shirt for $18. You must order your T-shirt by September 4 to receive one. Janice Whittaker, co-owner of Bike-About Bicycles, says, “Registration packets may be picked up at Bike-About on Thursday, October 4 until 8 p.m. You may also get your packet beginning at 6 a.m. on the day of the ride.” Maps will be provided, and you need to be prepared for some hills. Riders under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult who is also on a bicycle and riding with them. Riders under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a Ride Release. Major sponsors of the 2012 Dickens of a Ride include RCB Bank, CPCO Company, Walmart, BancFirst, Amazing Melton Sales, Urgent Care,

Dickens of a Ride coordinator Cindy Bissett and event sponsor Janice Whittaker of Bike-About Bicycles show off some stylish cycling togs. Bike-About Bicycles & Touring Shop, and Boomarang Diner. Many thanks to each of them and to each of the riders who help make Dickens of a Ride one of the best in the state of Oklahoma.

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TThe Lucky Seven Local playwright Mark Ogle’s latest play tells the story of the lives of seven 1960 graduates of Neosho Falls High School. By Sheryl Sowell Local playwright Mark Ogle, who is known for his comic murder mysteries, is definitely changing it up a bit with his newest play “The Lucky Seven.” With the exception of a few comical moments, “The Lucky Seven” is a serious play. The setting is Neosho Falls High School in the small unassuming Midwestern town of Neosho Falls. There is nothing really special about either the school or town. What is special is the 1960 graduating class. This class holds many distinctions, including being the first class to graduate from the new high school building, as well as being the smallest graduating class ever, with just seven class members. They are known as “The Lucky Seven,” not simply because of their number, but for the reason for the number. This is the story of their lives. The play follows them from their graduation day through the next 50 years and the changes that occur in their lives. “Just when I think Mark has come up with all of the challenges there are to putting on a play, he writes this one that

has characters aging 50 years right before your eyes. But I like a challenge or I wouldn’t like working with him,” laughed Dan Huey, the play’s director. “We are lucky to have a director the caliber of Dan Huey living here in Claremore,” said Mark Ogle. “I am always amazed how he and the cast can take the words written on a piece of paper and make them come to life.” Audience members will recognize some of the actresses and actors that have appeared in past Huey/Ogle productions, as well as some first timers. “While there won’t be a crime to solve, there is a secret to try and figure out before it is revealed,” said Ogle. This is the fourth year that the First United Methodist Church of Claremore has held this event. “I can’t thank Pastor Ray Crawford and everyone associated with the First United Methodist Church of Claremore enough for their continued support of the American Red Cross,” said Ogle. “The American Red Cross is so fortunate to have community partners like the church. Not

only do they put on this event each year, but they are a designated American Red Cross shelter in case of a disaster.” The performance will be on Friday, September 28th, at the First United Methodist Church of Claremore. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the play begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 (includes dinner and show). Reservations are required and can be made by calling the church at (918) 341-4580. All money raised from this event will go to the American Red Cross to help provide immediate emergency assistance (temporary lodging, food and clothing) needed by those who experience a disaster, like a home fire. For more information about the American Red Cross, please visit www.okredcross.org.

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The training schedule is set for Will Rogers Memorial Museum docent volunteers.

A new class of Ropers (docent volunteers) at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore will begin training Thursday, September 6. Classes will meet each Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. through December 6, except for Will

wisdom and humor of Will Rogers and point out other places of interest for touring and experiencing museums and businesses in this area. Training sessions provide volunteers with information and resources to be an informed Roper.

Martin Howard (right), one of several men graduates of Will Rogers Memorial Museum Roper (docent) training, welcomes Elsie and Al Smith of Martin, Tenn., to the Claremore museum. The Smiths, enroute to Lawton for their grandson’s military graduation, spent the night in Claremore especially to visit the Memorial Museum. They also made a stop at the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch. Docents welcome visitors and are available to answer questions about exhibits and Will Rogers.

Rogers Days (November 1-4) and Thanksgiving (November 22) when sessions will be on Tuesday, October 30, and Tuesday, November 20. Docents spend a few hours a month meeting visitors, young and old, who come from all over the world. They share the life,

Continued training and updates allow volunteers to remain current on new exhibits and events at the museum. There are opportunities to serve as a guide, greeter and interpreter or work in areas of collections, horticulture and special events. Ropers come from all

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The annual campaign kicks off September 13-15 with the Bikes and Blues Kickoff, the Harold “Skeet” Smith Memorial Golf Outing, and Bikes and Blues Poker Run.

September 13-15 will be the Rogers County United Way Kickoff, featuring a three-tiered event: the Bikes and Blues Kickoff, the Harold “Skeet” Smith Memorial Golf Outing, and the Bikes and Blues Motorcycle Poker Run. Matt Streeter of RCB Bank and Delayna Trease of Summit Physical Therapy are this year’s codrive chairpersons and are heading up the Bikes and Blues Kickoff and Poker Run. The Bikes and Blues Kickoff at Ne-Mar Center will be held Thursday night, September 13, at 7:30 p.m. Motorcycle owners are invited to come and park their prized ride for attendees to admire as local award-winning blues band Sunday Moan entertains the mingling crowd. Various Ne-Mar businesses have created baskets to be raffled off during the evening, and Ne-Mar area restaurants have agreed to extend their hours to accommodate the event and to donate a portion of the proceeds to the United Way effort.

walks of life and all share a love of Will Rogers lore. About a third of the graduates are men. Most Ropers are retired, but some still work and schedule volunteer hours with their employers or take weekend duty. Ropers are required to join Friends of Will Rogers support group at least at the minimum level, volunteer at least two five-hour shifts per month, read and research the life and legacy of Will Rogers and the Museums’ collections and undergo a background check. If you are interested in volunteering, an application is available on the Museum website at www.willrogers.com (right hand side of page under “Ways to Support”). Applications are also available in the Museum business office and at the admissions desk or by calling the office, (918) 341-0719. For more information, contact

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The Harold “Skeet” Smith Golf Outing is on Friday at 9 a.m. at Heritage Hills Golf Course. Registration is open for 100 participants and includes a round of golf with golf cart, lunch, refreshments on the course, prizes, and of course, an opportunity to help the Rogers County United Way. An even

The Rogers County United Way Kickoff committee (L to R): Donna Ross (United Way), Mark Ogle (Red Cross), Mandi Bruner (J & J Pharmacy and Gifts), Kim Timmermann (Amedysis), Mike Gatts (VFW Post Senior Commander), Delayna Trease (Summit Physical Therapy), Matt Streeter (RCB Bank), and Ryan Bradley (RSU). (Not pictured: Jared Trease, bike owner.)

greater opportunity to help comes for those who would sponsor golf holes. “Hole sponsors form a huge part of our campaign,” points out Executive Director Donna Ross. On Saturday will be the Bikes and Blues Poker Run. Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Claremore VFW, where participants purchase their hand for $20 and then proceed through the run, with first bike out at 11:30, last bike out at noon, and all bikes back by 5 p.m. Cards will be picked up at various locations and then back at the VFW for the wrap up, where great food will be available for $5, music will be provided by Ace in the Hole, raffle winners for the day will be announced, and the winning Poker Run hand will receive $500.

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Fundraising Event for Claremore Boy with FOP ZipperQ will be held October 6, 2012 at The Nut House on historic Route 66 in Claremore to raise money to find a cure. All proceeds will go directly to the IFOPA and FOP research. At the event, Zip will draw the winning ticket for a 2012 Dodge 1500. The $25 tickets are available for purchase now on ZipperQ.com. In addition, teams can sign up online to participate in the barbecue competition. "We are honored to have support across the state for Zip's cause," said Amy Gordon, Zip's mother. "Thanks to the many generous donations, there will be something to suit everyone's interest, from art and music to sports and hunting." The live and silent auctions will include an original painting by famous Oklahoma artist Patrick Gordon, autographed memorabilia from Wayne Coyne – frontman for The Flaming Lips, tickets to the OU/Texas game, and a two-day duck and pheasant hunt by the nationally televised and professional guide Brady Walker.

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CCruise to Claremore The Route 66 Cruisers 5th annual Car and Motorcycle Show will be held September 28-29, 2012.

By Lorrie Ward

For the last century, Americans have had a love affair with the open road and a fascination with the vehicles that drive on it. In celebration of this fact, the Route 66 Cruisers are proud to present their 5th annual Car and Motorcycle Show, September 28-29 at the heart of Rogers County’s “Great American Highway” in Claremore. The party kicks off at noon on Friday at Claremore’s B&B Theater, which will be featuring the Faith Granger film “Deuce of Spades,” a film filled with hot rod

references and nostalgia. Meanwhile, Ne-Mar Center will strike up festivities with live music at 3 p.m., featuring local rockabilly band Kelli Lynn and the Skillet Lickers, followed by the cruise in at 6 p.m., where car and motorcycle show participants will cruise north on historic Route 66 to Totem Pole Park near Foyil and enjoy free hamburgers and hot dogs provided by Akdar Shrine. By the time cruisers make their way back to Ne-Mar Center at dusk, the atmosphere will be perfect for a

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flame throwing competition. Brian Hodges of the Route 66 Cruisers describes the flame throwing competition as one of the highlights of the event for him. “In a flame throwing competition, the owner of the vehicle has set the vehicle up where flames come out of a tail pipe – something from the 1950s rarely seen now, only in movies like ‘American Graffiti,’” he says. “There aren’t many places where you can do this legally and have fun.” The Friday night cruise may go out in a blaze of glory, but the fire is by no means out for the Route 66 Cruisers Car and Motorcycle Show. Events pick up again at 7 a.m. the next morning at Claremore Lake, where automobiles and motorcycles will be on display, competing for $100 cash prizes to be awarded at 4 p.m. in categories like Best Ford, GM, Mopar, Rat Rod, Best Paint, and Best of Show, as well as a $50 award for Distance. Also awarded will be three trophies per class in over 50 classes. Throughout the day, a total of cash and prizes worth $1,000 will be given out. The Route 66 Cruisers Car and Motorcycle Show is designed

The flame throwing competition is a favorite for many at the Route 66 Cruisers Car and Motorcycle Show. to be a fun event for the whole family, with arts and crafts and food vendors on site and activities for the children, including a Jupiter Jump and visits with the Fire Department, who will have vehicles on site for the kids to look at, and the Rogers County Sheriff’s Office, whose representative will talk to the children about safety. Music for the day will be provided by Claremore’s own Bill Holden and the Night Hawks. Holden, who is famous for playing with Tony Orlando in Branson and who is renowned for his Bill Orbison imitations, will debut a song written especially in honor of the Rat Rods at the car show and will create a retro 50s and 60s atmosphere for those strolling around the lake. Claremore Lake is easy to find – from downtown Claremore, go north on Highway 66 (Lynn Riggs Boulevard) to Blue Starr Drive and then east for two miles. Dwayne Caldwell, president of the Route 66 Cruisers, reports that moving the event to Claremore Lake a couple of years ago and changing the date to September turned out to

be the best decisions the club ever made. “The feedback we’ve had tells us this is a great location, with the grass and trees and beautiful scenery around the lake,” says Caldwell. “And the weather is cooler this time of year as well.” Caldwell reports that attendance has grown dramatically since the location and date change, with visitors from places as far away as Arizona in attendance. “The word is getting out,” he says. “This has become more than just a small town car show.” But no matter how big the Route 66 Cruisers Car and Motorcycle Show gets, they haven’t forgotten the reasons for starting this event. As always, proceeds from the event go to the Shriner’s Transportation Fund, which finances the transportation of local children to Shriner’s Hospital. For more information, visit the Route 66 Cruiser website at www.route66cruisersok.org. For more information, contact

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SSculpting a Reputation Marble Elegance has built a solid foundation for top-notch service in northeastern Oklahoma over the past 23 years.

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The Marble Elegance team (L to R): (back row) Brandon Webster, Chris Breshears, Michael Self, Danny Church and Mike Self, (front row) Nickie Roberts, Mitch Miranda, Jon Miranda, Jason Peper, JR Wilson, and Myrna McKinney.

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and Nickie is especially important because the company is growing rapidly and experiencing the changes that result from that growth. “We’ve established great relationships with many quality builders in the Claremore surrounding area. To name a few: Ron Griggs, Oklahoma Royal Homes, Redwood Construction, Quality Homes, C E Moody, Money Homes, Strategic Homes, Russell Judd, Denham Homes, Anglen Custom Homes, Epic Homes, Butler Homes, Green River Homes, Rod Henry, Ford Homes, Roland Homes, Scott Nymen, Brett Fleak, Tony Long, Leon Callison, and Ryan Kelly, and we’ve expanded even beyond that.” Marble Elegance received acclaim in recent years by building the new showers at ORU, and doing work at Vance Air Force Base in Enid and McAlester Ammunition facilities. “Over the past three years, we’ve reinvented ourselves,” explains Mike. “We are blessed to have formed relationships with two other companies, including CherryBerry Corporate, where we install bar tops and yogurt inserts for CherryBerry stores all over the

day. This place goes beyond being aesthetically pleasing, however. Within the walls of this university, artistic minds have been, and continue to be, enriched and inspired to higher levels of learning and creativity. That makes Rogers State University the perfect spot for RSU’s Art on the Hill Invitational Art Festival on September 28 from noon to 6 p.m. and September 29 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Gary Moeller, department head and professor at the department of fine arts at Rogers State University, has been involved with Art on the Hill since its beginning in 2010, when the First Lady of RSU, Peggy Rice, conceived the idea. “Peggy thought it would be a great idea to involve the community with an open festival for visual arts and other types of artistic endeavors,” he recalls. “I’ve been more than happy to help as this festival has grown and evolved.” This year, Rebecca Bacchetti, painter, teacher and on-site coordinator for RSU’s Italian Studies at Large, along with her husband Matteo, jazz musician and chef, will also help coordinate the activities. The word “festival” aptly describes this event, which will host all types of art, pleasing to both the eye and ear, created by student, amateur, and professional artists, with prizes awarded to winning entries. Large tents will be set up for booths displaying different forms of visual art – drawings,

U.S.” They have also displayed their versatility in the last year by building trophy bases for a large corporation in Oklahoma City, a company known as the largest manufacturer of trophies in the United States, providing trophies for NCAA and Heisman. Marble Elegance specializes not only in cultured marble creations, but offers products from Burlstone (trophies), Arizona Stone, and TruStone. Nickie reports that TruStone is especially popular right now because it is an engineered stone with a granite image photo-fused into the stone. “Granite is all the rage right now, but it is costly and often requires a lot of upkeep,” says Nickie. “TruStone is non-porous, so it offers the granite look without the granite cost and maintenance.” Mike Self counts himself as being blessed to have had such positive experiences through bad economic times, and he gives credit to the Lord for providing him with a great staff and continued success. He ends with, “It is our faith that has sustained us through the bad and good economic times.” For more information on Marble Elegance, call (918) 3411144 or visit the website at www.marbleeleganceinc.net.

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photography, paintings – as well as for traditional arts and crafts such as woodturning and jewelry making. This year opening on September 28, previous Art on the Hill award winners and scholarship winners will show their art work in RSU’s Foundations Gallery in Baird Hall. This festival is designed to be enjoyed as a mostly outdoor event, with musicians, theatre actors and student groups performing in amphitheaters across the campus grounds. “We formerly held the festival in spring, but moved it to fall because our weather is so much more predictable this time of year, as spring brings a lot of rain and wind problems,” Gary notes. “We also no longer have to compete with Capstone and graduation activities – we think this will work much better for everyone.” Food vendors will also be available across campus, and the Student Art Association will once again host a children’s tent, where kids can express their own creativity and learn about art. For more information on competition and prizes or to reserve booth space, visit the Art on the Hill website at www.rsu.edu/artonthehill.

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