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Judy Allen highlights where to share drinks, dinner or dessert — just in time for Valentine’s Day. by JUDY ALLEN

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Four pairs of Tulsans share how and why their professional and personal relationships just work. by MORGAN PHILLIPS

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26 CityBeat 11 Next chapter Authors P.C. and Kristin Cast end their best-selling series and look to the future. 12 Notebook Topics of interest to Tulsans

14 Passions A new store will provide free school supplies for teachers and students. 16 Five questions Terrie Shipley, independent education consultant

18 Cause and effect A growing graduate program equips professionals for ‘good business.’

20 The way we were A former fire station is home to two Tulsa companies. 22 Everyday stories A classic car attracts Tulsans of all ages.

24 Artist in residence Kailynn Jones, a young Tulsa harpist, prepares for college. 26 Postgame The relationships Steve Harris built were the best part of his basketball career. 28 Where are they now? Sarah Roe, Money Saving Queen 30 Musings Love is in the air.

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The Dish 44 Table talk A signature dish

46 Wine Valentine’s drinks, ever so lovely

The Good Life 67 Labor of love One woman’s jewelry line reflects faith, family, friends and Southern charm. 68 Haute topics Party of one

70 Weekend getaways Branson, Missouri, offers plentiful activities for weekend travelers.

Agenda 111 Dinner guests Shark feeding tours at the Oklahoma Aquarium

112 Agenda This month’s standout events 114 Out & about See and be seen. 116 Benefits Fundraisers and fun happenings

120 Art talk The Oklahoma Historical Society digitally archives a collection for Tulsa’s Woody Guthrie Center.

122 Tulsa sound Sophomore albums from local faves 123 Worth reading Read to lead.

124 Flashback Tulsa’s Carnegie Library

73 Real weddings Tulsa couples tie the knot.

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76 In the garden Pure poetry

79 Home A recent renovation brings relaxation for homeowners. 95 Health The heart of the matter

Private School Guide We’ve compiled the pertinent information to help you research Tulsa-area private schools.

101 Best Doctors Tulsa’s best physicians according to the Best Doctors in America®

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f we’re lucky, we all have at least one person in our lives who makes us better. Hopefully they overlook our flaws and balance our idiosyncrasies. Maybe they make us laugh and help us forget our problems for a while. Especially in photo booths. The February issue of TulsaPeople celebrates important relationships like these — some romantic, others not. Our “Dynamic duos” feature on p. 32 showcases four pairs of Tulsans with interesting partnerships. From music to mobility, the individuals in each case depend on each other for success in their professional and/or personal lives. Regardless of one’s relationship status, it’s difficult to ignore this month’s commercialized holiday du jour. Whether you’re planning a hot date or embracing singleness with your best pals, check out Judy Allen’s favorite locales to share drinks, dishes and desserts on p. 37. Two of our columnists are bound to get you in the holiday mood. If you’re like me, the first sentence of Jason Ashley Wright’s “Haute Topics” on p. 68 will have you giggling. And Connie Cronley’s amusing observations on our overuse of the word “love” are spot on, as usual (p. 30). Of course, loving anything — be it your spouse, your job, your pet, late-night TV — requires a heart. This month’s health article on p. 95 offers tips for preventing, recognizing and treating heart disease. The information goes hand in hand with a list of the area’s Best Doctors, which we’ve published on p. 101. This issue also emphasizes education — from a look at two Tulsans’ experiences with online schooling (p. 49) to the annual private school guide (p. 58). In closing, here’s wishing you a great month with the ones you love — whatever that looks like.

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Pediatric cardiac surgeon Dr. Mary-Jane Barth on easing families’ concerns and what it means to care for her tiny patients.

How did you decide to become a pediatric cardiac surgeon? Working as a secretary in pediatric cardiology inspired me to finish college and attend medical school. Initially I planned to pursue adult medicine but soon found that surgery was where I belonged. So I decided that if I were going to be a surgeon, I wanted to be a pediatric cardiac surgeon. How do you comfort the families of your patients? Basically we talk to them about the anatomy and physiology of the baby. We talk about normal anatomy and about what we can do. Family members tend to be most anxious before the operation. They often find the anticipation to be the hardest part. However, after surgery, most people are relieved that it’s done and to see that their baby is doing fine. What other resources are available for families? Mothers, especially, need to know there are support options available to them. A mother may sometimes think, “I can’t do anything for my baby.” There’s a support group in the community called Mended Little Hearts where mothers talk to other moms who are going through the same thing. These shared experiences help give families perspective.

How do you communicate with such young patients? I always talk to my patients. Babies just don’t answer in the way you and I would. They will smile, squeeze your hand or coo and give you some evidence of whether or not they are comfortable. What moments do you find most inspiring? I love the kids, and I love to see them get better. Watching them go home and come back healthy and happy and just really enjoying life—it doesn’t get any better than that. What made you choose The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis? The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis has developed tremendously over the last three years. Several pediatric specialists have joined the hospital, and we’re all working to improve children’s health in the community. Families don’t need to go to Boston or Philadelphia. Top-notch care is available right here in Tulsa.

“The heart of a newborn infant is about the size of a plum. Seeing it begin to beat again is just beautiful.” MARY-JANE BARTH, M.D.

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hen mother-daughter authors P.C. and Kristin Cast recently wrapped up “House of Night,” their internationally best-selling 12-book series, it was with mixed feelings. Although their storyline ended for Zoey, the series’ young vampyre protagonist, her character might live on in at least ﬁve major motion pictures. The Tulsa authors say they optioned “House of Night” several years ago to producer Samuel Hadida of Davis Films. His film cred-

its include blockbusters such as “Resident Evil” and “Silent Hill.” “We liked his vision and his enthusiasm,” says P.C., who is working closely with screenwriter Marc Haimes on outlines for the upcoming films. A production timeline has not been set. The Casts are already planning their next collaboration, a paranormal “new adult” novel about “how technology has come between us and how people in the future will have no physical connections,” Kristin says. But first they must finish their solo book projects.

Kristin, who also operates the “House of Night” clothing and merchandise line, will release a new adult paranormal romance this summer as the first novel in a series. P.C. is penning the first book in a trilogy — a romantic fantasy set after an apocalyptic ecological event. Hollywood potential aside, the authors agree the end of their first and longest-standing series was emotional. “It’s a funny feeling to let go of a character we’ve been living with for a decade,” P.C. says. “But it’s been a wonderful ending.” tþ

In fall 2014, P.C. and Kristin Cast toured through the United States and Canada to promote “Redeemed,” the final book in their best-selling “House of Night” series. More than 20 million “House of Night” books are in print in more than 40 countries. For more information, visit www.houseofnightseries.com and www.myhouseofnight.com.

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Leonard and Jennie McCullough have been involved in many charitable causes, but their roles as co-chairs of the 2015 Tulsa Heart Ball are perhaps the most meaningful because of their family’s experience with heart disease. The annual event beneﬁts the American Heart Association, which helps fund life-saving research and education about the No. 1 killer of men and women. The couple’s 7-year-old daughter, Elle, was born with heart conditions that require surgical repairs. In addition to several heart catheterizations, she had open-heart surgery at 5 months old and will undergo at least one more. Although Elle’s disorder is not yet preventable, Leonard says many forms of heart disease are. Research continues to improve techniques for prevention and treatment, he says. For example, many adult heart repairs can now be made intravenously. “We’re hopeful they’ll be able to do that with kids soon,” he says. Elle’s eighth birthday is just days before the Heart Ball. You can bet her parents will be celebrating it again at the event, which Leonard calls “one of the best parties in Tulsa.”

FEB. 7  2015 TULSA HEART BALL Event kicks off with 5:30 p.m. VIP party and silent auction, followed by live entertainment, dinner, a live auction and dancing. Exchange Center at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Semiformal Western attire. $250, tickets; $2,500, tables of 10. Benefits the American Heart Association. Call Liz Neas, 918-877-8361, or visit www.tulsaheartball.heart.org. 12

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The New York Times recently ranked Tulsa No. 47 on its list of “52 Places to Go in 2015.” Impressively, T-Town is sandwiched between Shanghai and Rome. The brief applauds Tulsa’s “Deco downtown,” including the Brady Arts District’s current and future museums, as well as The Gathering Place, one of the largest public park projects in the country.

We were looking for a curriculum our students could more readily understand and more eﬀectively connect to our history — the people, places and events. ‘Why America is Free’ provides a stimulating as well as a detailed historical account of our nation’s history.” — A Tulsa Public Schools teacher on why their school adopted a fifth-grade colonial history curriculum developed by the National Society of Colonial Dames of America. Ten TPS schools and Monte Cassino have implemented the interdisciplinary curriculum, according to Tulsan Anne Burlingame, chairwoman of the committee raising money to expand the curriculum’s reach into all TPS elementary schools.

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Tulsan Olivia Jordan Thomas, former Miss Beverly Hills, was recently crowned Miss Oklahoma USA and will represent her home state at the Miss USA Pageant in June. She also will appear in a major motion picture, “Hot Tub Time Machine 2,” which releases Feb. 20 nationwide.

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Many public school teachers spend their own money to buy school supplies for students. Nancy Bolzle is the director of the nonprofit The Pencil Box, where teachers can obtain free supplies.

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Tools for the future A store will provide free school supplies for teachers and students. by BRIA BOLTON MOORE

magine being a nurse who has to purchase his own exam gloves or a chef who is expected to provide her own pots and pans. This is the reality for many educators. Public school teachers spent $1.6 billion of their own money on classroom supplies for the 2012-2013 school year, according to a study by the National School Supply and Equipment Association. Ten percent of teachers reported spending more than $1,000 out of pocket. A solution has been percolating in Tulsan Nancy Bolzle’s mind for more than 10 years. The Pencil Box — a nonproﬁt organization and free store for teachers — will soon open at 916 W. 23rd St. Tulsa Public Schools with at least 70 percent of students enrolled in the free and reduced lunch program will be eligible to participate. Kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers will be invited to shop three times a semester, or six times a year, in exchange for a nominal participation fee that is still to be determined. “It’s not just about pencils, pens and paper,” says Bolzle, president and executive director of The Pencil Box. “It really is about the whole person, and it really is about tools for the future. It’s about giving these kids a sense of well-being and hope for tomorrow.” Helping her is Sue Harbison, who began her career as a bilingual teacher on the Texas-Mexico border. Now retired, she taught for 35 years, including 28 years in Tulsa, and will help teachers navigate The Pencil Box. “The Pencil Box gives teachers an opportunity to not spend their hard-earned money on sup-

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plies that they want to use in the classroom to enhance the learning environment,” says Harbison, who spent $500-$600 per year on supplies. “We want our children to have the very best learning opportunities and environment that they can have. When teachers have more resources, that just enhances the learning environment.” The Pencil Box will provide the items mostrequested by teachers, including books, crayons, markers, notebooks, paper and pencils and repurposed items such as magnets, magazines and small furniture. Community donations will keep the shelves stocked. “The Pencil Box is really going to provide for a desperate need in the community,” says Rhonda Montee, a Pencil Box volunteer and retired teacher who taught in Owasso Public Schools for 29 years. Montee often had children join her class in the middle of the year because they moved or their parents separated. Many came to school with no backpack or supplies, and she pulled extra crayons and pencils from a stash of supplies she purchased with her own money. “It’s all about self-esteem when the kids walk in the door,” she says. “You just want them to feel like they’re welcome, and you want them to feel like they belong and they’re the same as everyone else.” tþ For more information on The Pencil Box, visit www.facebook.com/ thepencilboxtulsa.

Young Tulsans have a new opportunity to follow in the footsteps of one of America’s most influential songwriters. Starting Feb. 6, the Woody Guthrie Center will offer Youth Rocks, a weekly afterschool music program to teach students how to create and manage a band. Participants will meet at 4:30 p.m. each Friday at the center, 102 E. M.B. Brady St. Local musicians will provide instrument and vocal lessons and teach students to work together as a band, according to Deana McCloud, executive director of the Woody Guthrie Center. Students also will have the opportunity to write and record their own song and film a music video. At the end of the program, the students will perform at a local venue. They will be tasked with promoting their performance through grassroots efforts, including social media and fliers. The program also will explore the music of Woody Guthrie and track his influence to some of the favorite artists of today, according to McCloud.

is the minimum age for Youth Rocks participants, who should have basic knowledge of an instrument.

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is the program’s monthly cost. Scholarships are available for students who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program. Members of the Woody Guthrie Center receive a 10 percent discount.

-year-old Woody Guthrie formed his first band, the Corncob Trio, with friends Matt Jennings and Cluster Baker in 1930. For more information about Youth Rocks, contact Becky Hawkes at becky@woodyguthriecenter.org or 918-574-2710.

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Terrie Shipley Independent education consultant by JOLI BEASLEY

errie Shipley helps students and their parents navigate the college- and career-planning process. The San Francisco-area native moved to Tulsa ﬁve years ago.

What led you to this profession? Until I was a university admission counselor and worked with independent educational consultants, I had no idea this profession existed. I had a mentor in Kansas City who introduced me to the profession, and now I’m wrapping up my ﬁfth season. I like to think I help alleviate stress by making the college admission process easier for students and parents.

When should students start the college application process and what are the first things they should do? The process begins much earlier than you’d think. It’s not just an application; there is so much that should lead up to that point, beginning freshman year. I urge students to have a good understanding of their unique talents and ideal learning and working environments before even thinking about college applications.

Is it advantageous for a student to apply sooner rather than later? It can be to his or her advantage to apply early. There are two main types of early admission: early action and early decision. Both can be beneﬁcial — as long as certain elements are in place — but the trend is to do early versus regular decision for best admission consideration.

Editor’s note: A student takes “early action” when he or she applies to a college early (usually by November) for the following year. However, the student is not under contract to attend. An “early decision” is a binding agreement to attend one college if accepted. “Regular decision” refers to the typical college admission process.

What are your favorite and least favorite aspects of your job? Favorite: Having a role in student development. It is my “golden thread”; it links my passions and talents. As one of my friends says, “It charges my battery rather than drains it.” Least favorite: Of the 100-plus families I’ve counseled, I’ve only had one negative experience. That student was not on board with the process. He was only there because his mom “forced” him. It’s tough to work with that mentality. They need to be engaged. Now, I screen students and have them sign an agreement.

What should families look for in an independent college counselor? Professionalism is key, but so is personality. Avoid someone who “guarantees” a speciﬁc scholarship amount or admission letter from any particular college. Look for a person who is serious about his or her work, is a member of professional organizations such as NACAC, HECA and/ or IECA* and who stays abreast of goings-on in higher education. At the same time, if that person isn’t going to work well with your student, it’s not going to be a fruitful experience. Have your student meet with this person (in person or virtually) to ensure there is a level of comfort and buy-in. tþ

FILL IN THE BLANKS The biggest mistake college applicants make is ... not letting their uniqueness shine through. It’s amazing how many clichés and unsupported overgeneralizations students can have in essays, résumés and/or interviews. My advice is to provide speciﬁc, original examples. When I was in college, I was ... a resident advisor for the photography living-learning community, worked at the campus TV station, co-founded a chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association and enjoyed Greek life and the local farmers’ market.

Education is ... a basic right, and yet, a gift. Being self-employed is ... perfect for me. I enjoy having a say in all aspects of my work, from strategic planning to the details. I never thought I’d be an entrepreneur, but I suppose it’s in my blood (both of my parents were self-employed, and now my sister is, too). Three words to describe me are... futuristic, maximizer, strategic (to borrow from the Clifton StrengthsFinder, a tool that I use with clients).

*NACAC: National Association for College Admissions Counseling; HECA: Higher Educational Consultants Association; IECA: Independent Educational Consultants Association

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Learning to do better A growing master’s program equips professionals for ‘good business.’ by JAMIE RICHERT JONES

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orporate America is discovering that doing good is good business. With terms like “conscious capitalism” and “corporate social responsibility” entering our lexicon, there is a burgeoning need for professionals to learn the skill set this “trend” requires. Enter the Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree. Similar to the way a Master of Business Administration is utilized in the for-profit sector, an MPA offers management training in the nonprofit and public sectors. The University of Oklahoma is among those teaching the MPA curriculum. The program began in Tulsa in 1983 and is offered on all three OU campuses. From the beginning, the university sent faculty from the Norman campus to Tulsa to teach the curriculum. In 2014, OU hired a resident faculty member and recent MPA graduate to oversee and grow the Tulsa program. In the first four months Meg Myers Morgan was on the job, Tulsa enrollment increased 70 percent. “The other part of the success is in investing in our current students,” she says. “Since day one, that has been my biggest goal — invest in the bright bunch we currently have. They are extraordinary, and their excitement in the program has brought in many new students just by word of mouth.” Those who pursue an MPA learn diverse skills. “The program focuses on policy analysis, program evaluation, pub-

Meg Myers Morgan, left, is an alumna of OU-Tulsa’s Master of Public Administration program, which she now oversees. The program’s students include Ryan Gentzler and Shaheen Sheikh, who work in the public and nonprofit sectors. lic and nonproﬁt management, budgeting and organizational behavior,” Myers Morgan says. “The greatest part of the program, and what sets it apart from others, is the ability to customize the coursework and its marketability.” Graduates with an MPA are ambitious problem solvers who have a passion to better their community, she says. One example is Ryan Gentzler, a bilingual research associate and student in the MPA program at OU-Tulsa, who recently received a research fellowship from the Oklahoma Policy Institute. OPI is open to graduate students conducting research on pressing

policy issues. Gentzler’s research focuses on school funding in Oklahoma by comparing our system to others in the region and trying to explain why the state’s per-pupil spending remains so low. “My hope is to continue working on policy issues that affect low-income groups,” Gentzler says. To ensure MPA coursework will meet community needs, Myers Morgan regularly meets with community leaders in the public and nonprofit sectors. “I want to immerse our program in the community,” Myers Morgan says. “By that, I mean I want to find the greatest talent we have to offer. Then, I want to graduate students

with an incredible set of skills to go back into our community to shape and improve it.” It’s a vision she shares with her students. “I hope to be able to contribute to the success of Tulsa’s growing nonproﬁt sector,” says Shaheen Sheikh, a Mine Fellow and OUTulsa MPA student. She is working to start a Kitchen Incubator, which would help entreprenuers overcome barriers to starting a culinary business. “Tulsa has so many organizations working toward bettering our community,” Sheikh says, “and I hope to help make that work more impactful.” tþ

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THE WAY WE WERE

Pictured at left in the 1950s, the brick structure at 1400 S. Trenton Ave. was the Tulsa Fire Department’s Station No. 8 for more than 65 years. After an extensive renovation, it is now home to the offices of architect James Boswell and Station8 Branding. Boswell and David Clark co-own the building.

Fired up A former fire station is home to two Tulsa companies. by ANNA BENNETT

or more than 60 years, Tulsa firefighters answered the call at Fire Station No. 8. Architect James Boswell and Station8 Branding, co-owned by Laura Crouch and David Clark, recently turned the historic building into a new business hotspot. The Tulsa Fire Department used the brick, bungalow-style structure at 1400 S. Trenton Ave. from 192592. The building’s early days are mysterious; its architect is unknown, and the original blueprints are missing. Architect Russell L. Magee renovated the station in 1966, but his upgrades pale in comparison to the recent incarnation. Retired fireman Jerry Burch was based at Station No. 8 from March 1987 until the end; his Engine 8 B Platoon was the last to close the station at the end of a 24hour shift.

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“We were all really bummed out,” he says. Burch fondly remembers his time at the station, although he says it was like “being on submarine duty because the station was so small.” Luckily, everyone got along. In fact, they are “still friends to this day,” Burch says. Now, the platoon bonds over barbecues and birthdays rather than burning buildings. The station’s “coziness” was its downfall; the structure was built to accommodate horse-drawn fire engines. By the 1990s, modern fire trucks had simply outgrown No. 8. The City of Tulsa used the building as oﬃce space until the Tulsa Development Authority put it on the market in 2010. That is when Boswell and Clark arrived on the scene.

Besides some fragile masonry and spatial problem solving, the renovation went off without a hitch, creating a space that stayed true to the old building while realizing a very modern vision. “Anything we took out that was original we tried to put back in some other place,” explains Clark, indicating where brick was removed to accommodate larger windows and doors, and then reused to fill gaps elsewhere. A salvaged neon sign of the Tulsa skyline and a repurposed motorcycle make bold statements in the lobby, which also contains two old-fashioned fire doors (sourced from one of Boswell’s other projects). And while the quintessential fire pole was unnecessary during the functional days of the original single-story station, there are plans to add one.

The recent upstairs addition is purposefully “drawn back” from the original structure in a stark contrast of ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows. The design visually separates the two parts and shows respect for the historic architecture, Clark says. Burch, who happened by the building during its renovation, is impressed by Boswell’s reimagining of No. 8. He especially likes the addition of a spacious balcony area looking toward the downtown skyline. Boswell and Clark plan to make the most of the social space this spring — and gather more photographs and stories — by hosting a party for the retired ﬁremen of No. 8. Burch has no shortage of memories to share. He recalls lying in bed during his shifts and pondering his 1930s counterparts — “what they experienced, what their lives were like” — as he fell asleep. tþ

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Members of the Tulsa Classic Thunderbird Club meet weekly at First Watch restaurant in south Tulsa. The group bonds over their love for 1955, ’56 and ’57 Ford Thunderbirds.

Flocking to the birds A classic car attracts local fans. by JAMES PEARSON

early every Saturday morning, a cornucopia of classic cars assembles at First Watch restaurant on East 68th Street and South Memorial Drive. The cars are diﬀerent colors, but they share the trademark round headlights and long lines of the classic Ford Thunderbird. Inside the restaurant, members of the Tulsa Classic Thunderbird Club meet for their weekly breakfast. They plan monthly meet-ups, including dinners and car trips, and arrange to drive in parades such as Broken Arrow’s Rooster Day. They’ve been doing this since 1965, when the club was founded as a chapter of Classic Thunderbird Club International. Classic Thunderbird chapters exist across the United States and all over the world. Every two years,

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owners and admirers of 1955, ’56 and ’57 Ford Thunderbirds gather for an international convention. What is it about the classic Thunderbird? “There’s something about the Birds,” says Tulsa club member Steve Clouser. “They’ve never gone out of style, never ceased to be popular.” Clouser got his Bird on July 3, 2013. He’s the ﬁfth owner of his ’57. The car is all original. “I have liked the classic two-seat Thunderbirds since childhood,” he says. “In 2013, I decided to get one and a friend knew of this ‘57. I liked it because it was original and had low miles. The last owner had preserved or restored original components. He stored the car for several years, and the car had come ‘plain

Jane’ from the factory with very few options.” Clouser says he didn’t anticipate the sort of reaction the car would get. “People wave and roll down windows and want to talk,” he says. Longtime club member Tom McCartney, who also directs the South Central region of Classic Thunderbird Club International, has two Birds, a ’56 and a ’57. He says the cars remind people of the late 1950s, when America was a land of progress and optimism. McCartney says he enjoys driving the cars to regional and international Thunderbird conventions, even when he has a breakdown, which doesn’t happen often. “The car’s old like me,” says McCartney, who had a long career as a mechanic. “You ﬁx it and go on.”

In every convention city, he says, the host club organizes special activities for attendees. McCartney recalls attending a 1984 convention in Dearborn, Michigan, home of Ford Motor Co. Attendees were given the chance to race their automobiles on Ford’s oﬃcial test track. McCartney’s son and his father, then in his mid-70s, drove to Dearborn with him. “My dad was always a Ford man,” McCartney explains. The trait obviously runs in the family. tþ Tulsans who own or are interested in classic Ford Thunderbirds are invited to join the Tulsa Classic Thunderbird Club for breakfast. For more information, visit clubs.hemmings.com/ tulsaclassicthunderbirdclub.

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World on a string A young harpist prepares for college. by JUDY LANGDON

How did you begin playing the harp? I’ve been playing the harp for almost nine years. The harp was not an instrument that I personally sought out, but my mom knew the family across the street, and all the girls played the harp, so she asked one of them to teach me. My ﬁrst teacher was Lisanne Krautter, and I worked with her until she graduated college. My present teacher is Lorelei Barton, and we’ve been working together for two years. Tell us about some of your special performances. During the summer, I attend the Midwest Harp Festival, which is like a harp camp. A lot of harpists come from many states to perform as a huge harp ensemble. I’ve performed at my grandparents’ assisted living center and at weddings. During the school year, we (a small group

of student harpists) perform informally at The University of Tulsa with a recital at the Lorton Performance Center.

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Describe your practice schedule. What is the most challenging aspect of playing the harp? I usually practice 45 minutes to an hour a day; sometimes not at all, depending on how much homework I have that night. I used to play the lever harp, which is usually for beginners, although that is not always the case. I later advanced to the pedal harp. I think the most difficult thing with the harp is learning new music, but it always gets easier when I familiarize myself with the piece. What type of music do you most enjoy playing? What are your long-term goals for music? I don’t specifically have a favorite type of music to play. It is just when something sparks my liking. I will play harp through college, and I will probably join various ensembles that TU has. But at this time, my harp playing is more of a hobby, and not a career choice. Do you have any ideas yet for what you might like to do as a career instead of music? What do you hope to study at TU? I think I may go in the direction of computers, but I still need to experience some tracks of study that TU has to offer. tþ

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Kailynn Jones has played the harp for nearly nine years. The Bishop Kelley senior will perform Feb. 21 at Dillion International’s Lunar New Year Dinner.

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sk most high school students to describe their favorite instrument, and the general answer will be guitar or keyboard. But Bishop Kelley senior Kailynn Jones prefers the harp. She has studied the unusual instrument half her life and plans to continue lessons when she enters The University of Tulsa next fall. Jones, who was adopted from China, will perform at Dillon International’s Lunar New Year celebration Feb. 21.

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POSTGAME

Catching up with Tulsa’s former athletes

Steve Harris The relationships he built were the best part of his basketball career.

ongtime University of Tulsa basketball fans recall the renaissance of Golden Hurricane basketball under head coach Nolan Richardson in the early 1980s. Paul Pressey and Phil Spradling were among the players Richardson brought with him from Western Texas College, where they won the 1980 National Junior College championship. That group went on to capture the National Invitational Tournament title for the Golden Hurricane in Madison Square Garden in the spring of 1981 to send the city of Tulsa into a virtual hoops frenzy. A high school senior from Blue Springs, Missouri, watched the Golden Hurricane play and liked the fast-paced “40 minutes of hell” that became the trademark of Richardson’s teams. Steve Harris, a skinny but highly talented player, decided to attend TU after several recruiting visits to other schools. “When I saw Tulsa play, I really liked the fast tempo and decided to come here,” he says. Harris, nicknamed “Silk,” eventually became one of the most decorated basketball players in TU history. But like many college freshmen, he found getting acclimated to collegiate life was a challenge. “Vince Williams and I were roommates,” Harris recalls. “We were both just 17 years old and away from home for the ﬁrst time and trying to adjust to dorm life. “Paul (Pressey) and Mike (Anderson) were seniors and they

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had a room across the hall. They had a nice TV, stereo, refrigerator and other things that we didn’t. Vince and I basically had a box of a room. Paul and Mike let us hang out in their room and made us feel welcome. “Lots of times, Paul or Mike would come back from class only to find Vince and me hanging out in their room.” Those became the first of many friendships Harris developed at TU that remain as strong today as they did three decades ago. When asked to identify the highlight of his career — whether it was being named an All-American, being inducted into the TU Athletic Hall of Fame, having his number retired or being a NBA first-round draft choice — the humble Harris doesn’t hesitate. “It’s the relationships I made here at TU that are so important to me,” he says. “I tell my kids that it’s all about building relationships.” Those relationships are even more important today as Harris finds himself battling some health challenges. He remains in contact with Coach Richardson; Pressey, who is an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers; and Anderson, head basketball coach for the University of Arkansas. “They always call and check on me to see how I am doing,” Harris says. “Even after all these years, we are still close. We are like family.” Harris, a master welder, now specializes in restoring classic cars. He and his wife, Harriet, whom he met while playing for the Houston Rockets, have two athletic children.

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KJRH sportscaster Jerry Webber gave Steve Harris the nickname “Silk” during his career at The University of Tulsa. His No. 20 jersey is retired and hangs in the Reynolds Center. Their daughter, Brittany, was a state gymnastic champion in high school and just ﬁnished four years of competition at Oregon State University. Son Justin plays basketball for Union High School. How did Harris get the nickname “Silk”?

“Jerry Webber, longtime KJRH sportscaster, gave me that nickname,” Harris says. “He told me I was as smooth as silk. Even today, some people still refer to me by that name.” tþ

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

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A fresh start by DAVID HARPER

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arah Roe became well known by showing people how to save money through clever couponing. However, she had to go through some tough times to discover a real bargain. In late 2013, the “Money Saving Queen” not only found herself at a professional crossroads, but also in the midst of a personal health crisis. Roe became gluten-intolerant, and the eﬀects of her condition sent her to the emergency room multiple times. The experience also placed her on a path to embracing a produce-rich diet instead of promoting the processed foods often featured in coupons. “It was a life-altering experience,” Roe says. “I’m not going back.” In October, Roe acquired The Produce Gathering, a co-op designed to provide families with fresh fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices. Members can purchase baskets of produce — worth $30 elsewhere — for $15. “The idea is to help people save money on foods that are actually good for you,” Roe says. Saving people money is nothing new for Roe. However, her diverse career is not the result of some shrewd marketing strategy. Instead, it started as a way to survive. Roe’s eldest son was born with 22 food allergies, which meant a lot of money was spent on hospital trips, medicine and acceptable foods. “The ER trips cost a fortune,” Roe recalls of those days in the mid2000s. She remembers executing a well-crafted plan in which she says she was able to purchase $180 worth of groceries for $18. Friends encouraged her to share her secrets with others. Initially, she declined because she

Sarah Roe made a name for herself as a local queen of couponing. In October, she acquired a produce co-op called The Produce Gathering to help families afford healthy food. says she was “terrified to speak in front of people.” However, the money-saving classes she began teaching in Jenks became wildly popular. This was the age of “extreme couponing,” when some stores’ double and triple coupon values could cheaply pack a shopping cart for those who knew what they were doing. Roe’s tips were especially wellreceived during the financial crisis of 2008. She soon found herself on television and the Internet giving practical, money-saving advice. “It was really good timing,” Roe recalls. “It was real information and not fluffy. It was helpful and needed by a lot of people.” After Griffin Communications bought Roe’s company in 2009, she appeared exclusively on its Tulsa and Oklahoma City networks. However, as the brand grew, Roe began syndicating segments to

other news stations across the country. Meanwhile, she maintained her popular website, though Griﬃn owned it, as well. Roe took her job seriously — perhaps too seriously. “I had placed work too high on the totem pole,” she says. “It was a constant competition. Working all the time will make you sick.” She felt the need to respond to her social media followers immediately, even the “haters” who nearly always spouted their negative observations at night. Such an environment could not last forever. In 2012, Roe and Griﬃn parted ways. That transition and her gluten-related health crisis led to a fresh start. Roe says local and national networks still request her for TV appearances, but she has enough on her plate. In addition to The Produce Gathering venture, she makes speaking appearances and

serves as a media consultant and online strategist for small businesses looking to promote themselves on the Internet. In May, she started doing occasional inspirational segments with the national network GEB America. She blogs at www.foodallergyeats.com and www.peaceloveandsarah.com. She also is reviving the online presence of www.moneysaving queen.com. Between September 2013 and February 2014, the website was taken over by investors, but Roe bought back the site and has controlled it since. On a personal level, Roe recently remarried and now looks after five boys, including two sons from her previous marriage. Although she has not given up the art of couponing, she has shifted her emphasis to online bargains and espousing the virtues of a healthy, affordable diet. The past 10 years have been something of a whirlwind for Roe. She has gone from a mother struggling to feed her family to a media figure whose advice on money, diet, commerce and lifestyle is sought by many. Roe is not sure exactly what the future will hold but seems eager to find out. “It’s all going in the right direction,” she says. tþ For more information on The Produce Gathering, visit www.theproducegathering.com. David Harper has been a member of the Tulsa-area media for more than 20 years. A native of Virginia, he has two degrees from The University of Tulsa, including a law degree.

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MUSINGS

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Love is in the air by CONNIE CRONLEY

act: The English language has 1,025,110 words. Fourteen new words are created every day. Opinion: The most overused word is “love.” I love macaroni and cheese; Mozart; my orange cat, Louie; and the purple bougainvillea that is still blooming in my house. How do I like your new hairdo? Love it. Would I like to go to the (fill in the blank) with you? Love to. How did I like the homemade prickly pear and prune preserves you gave me for Christmas? Loved them. We are an enthusiastic people. We express ourselves in superlatives. We don’t just like, admire, esteem, enjoy or appreciate something; we love it. Luv it. Love love love it. XXXOOO — that’s us. We believe Virgil’s “Love conquers all” and the Beatles’ “All You Need is Love.” Love is the ultimate expression of behavioral, biological, spiritual, selfless, compassionate, longing, romantic, familial, desirable, appreciative, benevolent, emotional emotion. Our religious books tell us how to love our god and our neighbors. They describe what love is — kind, patient and unselfish. Love is the ageless subject of music, painting, poetry, novels, movies, greeting cards and jokes: “I love you more than coffee, but don’t make me prove it.” For Valentine’s Day, we don’t want any of that highbrow stuff. We want romance, chocolate, flowers,

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Champagne, dinner out, stuﬀed animals and lots of valentines. Or, maybe not. Nuala O’Faolain’s forceful memoir of a Dublin woman, “Are You Somebody?” describes what she loved throughout her life. First, as a young woman: romance, passion and aﬀairs. Then, as she aged, she found things to love besides lovers: health, landscapes, friends, food and drink, books, music, a cat and a dog, career — and herself, as a mature woman. I can identify with that. One of my happiest Valentine’s Days lately was buying myself a new mop that really worked. Simple joys make me happy. Happiness is a popular subject of books and lectures these days:

how to be happy and stay happy. One way, I heard someone say, is to recognize when we’re happy. We spend a lot of time reminding ourselves of things that make us miserable; we should make a point to tell ourselves when we’re happy. When we see the sun shining through a maple tree in a particularly beautiful way, we should tell ourselves, “That scene makes me happy.” Simple joys. The opposite picture of soaring romantic love is that of bleak, broken hearts. I was in my 20s when I called my mother to tell her — choking with tears — how upset a discarded beau was. “He said he might kill himself,” I told her.

All my mother said was, “So, he thinks you’re the last potato on the plate, huh?” Good point. Excellent point. Get over yourself. I love (oops) the “archy and mehitabel” stories by the late Don Marquis, newspaper columnist/ philosopher of the 1920s. He is famous for inventing the literary character of Archy, a newsroom cockroach who typed in lower case because he couldn’t operate the shift key. Archy wrote about other newsroom creatures: Freddy the rat, a moth and a lightning bug — “a regular hick from the real country.” Mostly Archy wrote about a scraggly alley cat named Mehitabel who said she was the reincarnation of Cleopatra. Mehitabel believed in free love and bouncing back from misadventures. Whatever befell her, especially romantic misfortune, Mehitabel maintained a positive attitude. “still in the ring …,” she told Archy, “ … and always jolly in spite of hard luck.” “Toujours gai” (“always happy”) was her motto for life: “tojours gai archy “what the h dash double l “i am always merry and always ladylike” I love a cat with a healthy philosophy for life. tþ Connie Cronley is a columnist, an author of three books and a public radio commentator. Her day job is executive director of Iron Gate soup kitchen and food pantry.

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FOUR PAIRS OF TULSANS SHARE HOW AND WHY THEIR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS JUST WORK. B Y M O R G A N P H I L L I P S Lucy and Ethel. Batman and Robin. Joe Montana and Jerry Rice. All proof that dynamic duos are just better together. That’s no news to these four pairs of Tulsans, who have partnered up for tennis, music, medicine and mobility. Mutual respect and communication are the driving forces behind these diverse relationships. Their success is proof that two heads are, in fact, often better than one.

Tom Basler and Jon Glazer dispute the name of their dueling piano show of four years. After all, they don’t compete — unless you count competing for the attention of a few audience members who won’t put down their iPhones. The veteran musicians are among the original 10 performers of “singalong” — their preferred term for dueling piano shows — a concept born in the late ’80s in Dallas. The men headline twice a week at Full Moon Café on Cherry Street. The success of singalong depends on holding the audience’s attention, and historically venues did what they could to keep crowds singing and drinking. Back in the ’90s, TVs and neon signs were considered distractions, says Basler, who has performed all over the world. The show thrives on song requests and crowd participation. Basler and Glazer each play a baby grand piano and sing from their repertoire of at least 1,000 songs. But times have changed in the past 15 years — and so have audience expectations. “Requests used to be the same 50 songs every night,” Basler says. “As soon as the iPod comes out, people are walking around with 10,000-15,000 songs in their pocket. All of a sudden, just to stay alive, you had to learn a whole lot more music.” Despite their feelings about handheld devices, Basler and Glazer aren’t easily rattled — a testament to their years of experience. The two met in Cincinnati in the early 1990s and over the years played private parties and other gigs together across the country. In 2002, they reunited at First Street Alley, a now-defunct downtown Tulsa piano bar where the IDL Ballroom is currently located. Playing together was a cinch from the beginning because both men learned the same singalong method. “The first time I played with Jon, it was like putting on a pair of shoes that was already broken in,” Basler says. Aside from their working relationship, the men are close friends. “I value our friendship more than what we do on stage,” says Glazer, a Tulsa native whose international music career has included touring with The Judds. The pair plans to continue performing as long as audiences show up to watch. Or, better yet, participate. “The magic trick to this show is that we’re not the show,” Basler says. “We’re the shepherds. The audience is the show.” 32

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Duel Personalities

Tom Basler and Jon Glazer

The Perfect Match

Their everyday conversation is the bubbly banter of high school girls, but their communication on the tennis court is what makes McKenzie Miley and Nicole Han fierce competitors. The Cascia Hall students and tennis teammates are the state’s reigning 5A No. 2 doubles champions. Their win in May contributed to the school’s overall victory — its first state tennis championship in a decade. Before Tennis Coach Kristen Lyles paired the girls this past season, sophomore Miley and junior Han had never played together and barely knew each other. “Our coach was just trying things out, and we worked really well together,” says Miley, who grew up playing tennis regularly. “We were glad we found each other,” says Han, who grew up figure skating. She has played tennis for approximately three years. With daily practices during the tennis season and weekly practices in the off-season — not to mention school and U.S. Tennis Association competitions and weekend tournaments — the girls started seeing a lot of each other. In a fortunate coincidence, they found their successful pairing on the tennis court also worked off the court. Now, the friends are nearly inseparable. “From day one, our personalities just clicked,” Han explains. Any doubles player will tell you learning to play with a teammate on the same side of the net can be challenging. “You have to be very comfortable with your partner,” Han says. That includes correcting your teammates’ errors and accepting their constructive criticism, as well. Fortunately, such communication comes naturally to Miley and Han. “McKenzie is just very encouraging,” Han says. “I get really mad at myself when I play, and I almost give up if I’m not playing well. She’s really good at pumping me up and saying, ‘It’s just a game. We just need to have fun.’” Miley says Han is easy to talk to as a teammate and friend and is “very aggressive at tennis for such a little person.” When tennis season began in late January, the girls were back for more. It remains to be seen whether they will continue as tennis partners. “Hopefully we get to play together, but our lineup is a little different this year,” Han says. “It’s really up to our coach.” “But we want to,” Miley quickly adds.

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The partnership of Dr. Robert Gilbert and Oliver Hanson is one few know exists, even within their own field. Gilbert is a radiation oncologist at St. John Medical Center’s LaFortune Cancer Center, where he oversees the treatment of patients using various forms of radiation. As St. John Health System’s chief medical physicist and radiation safety officer, Hanson ensures the radiation treatments ordered by physicians like Gilbert are safely implemented. While Gilbert is the more public face of the partnership, both men agree Hanson’s job is equally important — just behind the scenes. “Most patients don’t even know we physicists are here, except when we say, ‘Good morning,’ and, ‘How are you?’ to them,” Hanson says. His duties range from helping create computerized treatment plans to collecting data to implementing procedures that radiation therapists use to deliver treatment. He also confirms the hospital’s radiation machines are effectively operating. The pair estimates they directly interact only 10-15 percent of the time, but their jobs constantly overlap. Both men play an important role in designing the “cancer center arsenal” of disease-fighting equipment, Hanson says. Physician feedback drives his department’s investigation into emerging technologies. The pair’s relationship is not unique to St. John, but they say it is rare in their field. “It’s one of the only places in medicine where you have a ‘science’ person that involved with the physicians, and I think that’s neat,” Gilbert says. Although he has worked with physicists for 20 years, Gilbert says the experience hasn’t always gone as smoothly as it does at St. John. As a result of its recent affiliation with MD Anderson Cancer Network, a nationwide program of MD Anderson Cancer Center, the hospital employs four physicists across the health system, which Gilbert calls “a luxury.” He has worked in clinics with access to physicists only a few days per week. The sense of openness he has with the St. John physics team — especially with Hanson — also is refreshing. Each man is careful to consider the other’s input before offering his opinion. “You don’t have to worry about anyone getting upset or ego being brought into it,” Hanson says. Gilbert describes their partnership as “yin and the yang.” “It is so much better for the person coming to see us if it works the way that it should and the way that it does here,” he says.

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When David Skaggs asks his best friend, Toby, for a favor, help is only a tail’s length away. Toby is Skaggs’ yellow Labrador. As a trained mobility assistance dog, he helps Skaggs with everyday tasks such as undressing, retrieving objects, opening and closing doors, turning lights off and on, and even doing the laundry — gathering it from around the house and collecting it from the dryer. “I’m very reliant on him,” Skaggs says. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Skaggs was injured in the Vietnam War at age 17. What was intended to be a reparative surgery at age 42 paralyzed him from the chest down. He has spent the past 20 years in a motorized wheelchair. Toby is Skaggs’ second service dog and has been with him eight years. His first, Martin, lived with him for nine years until his death. Both dogs were paired with Skaggs through Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma. Toby and Skaggs are rarely apart — the two load up in Skaggs’s wheelchair-accessible van and go shopping, to restaurants, church and anywhere else they please — and that’s the way they like it. In the rare instance when Skaggs leaves Toby at home for the sake of convenience, the experience is uncomfortable. “It’s a very scary feeling to be out there without him,” Skaggs says. “You’re just completely alone. “He’s my confidante. I talk to him just like he was another person walking beside me.” Beyond mobility and moral support, Toby also assists Skaggs in more dire scenarios, such as when he falls out of his wheelchair — something that happens periodically due to Skaggs’ active lifestyle. In December, for example, Skaggs’ wheelchair overturned while he was hanging Christmas lights on bushes at his home near Bixby. Toby was there to help his friend back into his chair. Although he is not trained to do so, Toby also alerts Skaggs when his blood sugar drops dangerously low and when his heart “flutters” by anxiously standing in front of him and refusing to leave. Although Toby is often in “work mode,” sometimes he’s just a dog being a dog — such as when Skaggs lets him drink from the toilet. Leave it to a best friend to know your worst vices and put up with them anyway. tþ

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GATHER UP YOUR SWEETIE OR YOUR BEST FRIENDS FOR A NIGHT ON THE TOWN AT THESE LOCAL HOTSPOTS. BY JUDY ALLEN

Hodges Bend’s mai tai

Valentine’s Day in Tulsa is always a big event, with restaurants all over town promising a romantic night out and offering special, tailored menus. But you need to plan ahead and snag a reservation. This year VALENTINE’S DAY falls on a Saturday, so odds are it is going to be a busy one. While scoring a table is a great way to rack up points with your sweetie, deciding on a restaurant can be tricky. Should it be fancy or casual, classic Italian or modern American, prix fixe or a la carte? Why not celebrate Valentine’s Day at one of these SHARE-WORTHY SPOTS, all of which are suitable for a cozy date night, yet also perfect for a night out with friends or family every other day of the year. TulsaPeople.com

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Chef James Shrader made his way to Cherry Street via Seattle and has wowed Tulsa diners for more than a decade with his seasonal, modern American cuisine at the Palace Café. He sources ingredients from the Cherry Street Farmers’ Market and offers 18 vegetarian dishes as part of his eclectic menu. One of the most popular menu items is the bento appetizer assortment. Customers can choose from a half dozen small plates that come artfully arranged. (A bento is a divided box-shaped container, popular in Japanese cuisine, that contains an assortment of small items.) Palace’s bento menu rotates seasonally. The fall menu included duck rillettes, a shrimp-shiitake pot sticker, a Dungeness crab cake and fall squash ravioli in addition to a chef’s choice of the evening. Try one or try them all as the start to an amazing meal. 1301 E. 15th St., 918-582-4321, www.palacetulsa.com 38

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Palace Café’s bento appetizer assortment includes (clockwise from top center) a mini filet with bourbon onion demi-glace, maple-seared duck breast with hoison, Oregon mushroom phyllo with madeira cream, black bean cake with avocado, shrimp shitake potsticker with sweet soy, butternut squash ravioli with sage cream and chicken satay with peanut sauce.

Waterfront Grill’s Riverwalk roll Laffa is the Hebrew word for a type of flatbread dough, similar to India’s naan, that is “slapped” on the wall of a conical oven to bake. It also is the namesake of the Brady Arts District’s Laffa restaurant, an ode to the cuisine of the Mediterranean and Middle East. Chef/owner Miranda Kaiser offers a fantastic selection of mezze (met-zuh) —— an assortment of appetizers, hot or cold, typically served together as either a start to a meal or as the meal itself. Laffa features over a dozen choices, all served with freshly slapped laffa bread. I love the Harissa Carrot Salad, Anatolian Labneh (creamy yoghurt dip with za’atar spices, garlic, watercress) and Muhammara (a spicy spread made with roasted red peppers, eggplant, walnuts, pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and spices). In addition to the mezze assortment, Laffa offers a small “snack” section and an assortment of entrées that can be shared, as well. 111 N. Main St., 918-728-3147, www.laffatulsa.com The Wine Loft is a sleek, upscale wine and small plates bar that opened recently on the lively strip of South Memorial Drive. The fullservice bar offers 200 wines (60-plus by the glass) as well as a “gourmet tapas” menu created by Executive Chef Jake Smith —— think bruschetta, baked Brie, sliders and tuna tartare. Wine flights are available for those interested in a variety of wines, and a dessert menu features nine decadent options for ending your meal. The full service bar, comfortable lounge seating, live music and generous outdoor space (weather permitting) make The Wine Loft a perfect place for any occasion. 7890 E. 106th St., 918-970-4766, www.thewinelofttulsa.com

Customers may flock to R Bar & Grill for the craft beer selection (the chef and owners are big supporters of the local craft beer movement), but they most definitely stay, and come back, for the food. Executive Chef Trey Winkle’s upscale take on classic bar fare includes poutine (a French-Canadian classic of fresh-cut fries topped with house demi-glace and local cheese curds), pizza, pork belly and pretzels smoked in-house and served with Seikel’s mustard, among other offerings. Small plates rule the lineup, but be sure to pop in for Winkle’s themed brunch and share donut holes or chicken and waffles while toasting with mimosas in Mason jars. So yeah, poutine … R Bar & Grill had me at poutine. 3421 S. Peoria Ave., 918-392-4811, www.rbartulsa.com The Waterfront Grill, just over the 96th Street bridge in Jenks, boasts a terrific patio in addition to a well-rounded menu of American classics (burgers, steaks and seafood); fresh hand-rolled sushi (try the Riverwalk roll —— cucumber, tempura asparagus, avocado, spicy crab and tempura shrimp topped with eel, salmon, ahi tuna, eel sauce and Sriracha); and hearty appetizers (I love the crab, avocado and mango stack). The small plates menu features nearly a dozen items perfect for sharing. Sit at the enormous bar or on the patio to enjoy the view … even if it’s chilly, the heaters will keep you cozy. 120 Aquarium Drive, Jenks; 918-518-6300; www.waterfrontgrilljenks.com

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SPIRITS (OR SUDS OR SAU V I GN O N B L A N C )

Tucked away on a corner on the far edge of downtown, Hodges Bend is a sophisticated yet cozy watering hole offering a vibrant cocktail list, as well as delicious and creative espresso concoctions. Co-owner John Gaberino and his wife, Margarita, are the proprietors of Tulsa’s seed-to-cup Topeca Coffee Roasters. The bar is the only location around to staff three sommeliers and three Q graders. A Q grader is a highly trained and calibrated coffee expert who professionally grades coffee using Specialty Coffee Association of America cupping protocols. Co-owner Noah Bush, a certified sommelier, certified wine specialist and Q grader, as well as a popular Tulsa mixmaster, heads up the cocktail menu alongside bartender Jamie Jennings. 823 E. Third St., 918-398-4470, www.hodges-bend.com

The taps at Broken Arrow’s Main Street Tavern Broken Arrow’s Rose District is bustling these days, bringing new life (as well a new clientele) to the once-quiet suburban hamlet. Main Street Tavern has been there for a few years, situated on a corner in a 1904 building that formerly housed a drugstore. Owner Jason Scarpa kept the ambience of the old building when it was renovated into a modern restaurant. The family-friendly gastropub offers upscale American pub food, including meatloaf sliders, lobster mac and cheese, and blackened salmon. It has a selection of craft beers, including Oklahoma’s Marshall and COOP on draft as well as dozens of bottled varieties. The restaurant features a private banquet room and catering services. While you hang out in Broken Arrow, check out The Rooftop. Scarpa recently opened the 3,500-square-foot bar, which features indoor and outdoor seating and a well-tailored food menu. MAIN STREET TAVERN: 200 N. Main St., Broken Arrow; 918-872-1414; www.facebook.com/MainStreetTavernBA THE ROOFTOP: 214 S. Main St., Second Floor, Broken Arrow; 918-806-2603; www.facebook.com/TheRooftopBA

Mixed Company’s prime location across from the BOK Center makes it the perfect spot for pre- or post-concert sips, but the self-coined “deco-meets-dustbowl” setting and handcrafted cocktails are ideal for any happy hour or night out on the town. Owners Ryan Stack and Jared Jordan, two of Tulsa’s most talented bartenders, opened the upscale bar in early 2014. The bar —— also known as MixCo —— boasts over two dozen specialty and classic cocktails (I adore its Peanut Old Fashioned, made with peanut-infused Bulleit bourbon, raw sugar syrup and orange bitters) in addition to an entire menu devoted to whiskey. I love a place that offers 28 varieties of bourbon! 302 S. Cheyenne Ave. (entrance on South Denver Avenue), 918-932-8571, www.mixcotulsa.com Editor’s notes: MixCo is booked for a private event on the evening of Valentine’s Day; however, it will be open the rest of the weekend. A nearby alternative is Naples Flatbread & Wine Bar at 201 S. Denver Ave.

The door to Valkyrie says “Serious Drinks,” and the cocktail craftsmen at this popular Brady Arts District hot spot mean it. Valkyrie may be a drinking establishment, but there is as much thought put into the handcrafted beverages as some chefs put into their intricate menu items. One glance behind the bar and you’ll see why. On a narrow shelf below the chalkboard menu, you will see jars upon jars of spices, salt, sugar and any possible flavoring you can imagine, ready to infuse a liquid gem. The menu of drinks, beers and wine changes seasonally … so you’ll fall in love with a drink (as I did with the Boulevardier —— bourbon, sweet vermouth and Campari —— a cousin of the Italian Negroni that was adapted from a 1927 recipe book), and the next time you visit it has been replaced by a new favorite. I’ve been assured, however, that if you order a drink once you can likely order it again —— even if it’s no longer on the menu. 13 E. M.B. Brady St., 918-295-2160, www.valkyrietulsa.com

Duck fat fries. Those three words will get me every time. No ketchup required for the crisp, fresh-cut, skin-on fries offered at Fassler Hall —— perfect when paired with one of the haus-made sausages or a kraut-topped burger. Sit at one of the many long communal tables and wash them down with one of a dozen German beers. You might make friends with your neighbors in the process. Elliot Nelson added the Munich beer hall-inspired bar to his downtown repertoire (which also includes McNellie’s, Dust Bowl, Dilly Deli and El Guapo’s) in 2010 and the spot has been packed since. Customers flock for the beer selection, live music and the chance to experience Oktoberfest year-round. 304 S. Elgin Ave., 918-576-7898, www.fasslerhall.com TulsaPeople.com

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It started in 2012 as an idea to lure Brookside diners to drop by their fledgling store for dessert. Now Antoinette Baking Co.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pie Night has become a weekend tradition. Every Friday and Saturday evening, from 7-10 p.m., owners/bakers Molly Martin and Andrea Mohn welcome patrons from not only Brookside, but all over town to Pie Night. First dates, friends and families all flock to their boutique bakery for the ever-changing pie selection, which could include La Dee Da (butterscotch with a layer of caramel topped with brown sugar whiskey meringue), Strangelove (candied bacon, sea salt caramel, ganache and whipped cream) or the most popular Mile High (chocolate mousse with chocolate crumb crust and whipped cream), all for $5 a slice. The little bakery has made quite a mark in the baking world, gaining acclaim from celebrities (David Sedaris and Joy the Baker are fans) and national media for their decadent treats, which include their take on French macarons, specialty cakes and other sweet snacks. 3305 S. Peoria Ave., 918-764-8404, www.antoinettebakingco.com 42

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Antoinette Baking Co.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strangelove pie

Mod’s Coffee and Crepes’ strawberries and cream crepe Colleen McCarty and Rusty Rowe opened Mod’s Coffee and Crepes in 2010 to fill an untapped niche in downtown dining. Fans dive into the warm crepes (filled with savory and sweet ingredients) and chilly gelato (eight regular flavors, including mango, pistachio and chocolate, and four rotating options). Past offerings include banana, espresso, Mandarin orange and pumpkin. The hard part is deciding whether to order crepes or gelato. Both are handmade, both are delicious. Lucky for us, Mod’s is open Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch and dinner (Monday for breakfast and lunch), so dining options are many. I only suggest that you take friends, or a hungry sweetheart, for you will want to share … just try to decide between the strawberries and cream crepe (covered in chocolate) or a generous scoop of birthday cake gelato. You also can catch them on the road in the Mod’s Mobile. Check Facebook for the current location (there’s a page for both the storefront and the food truck). 507 S. Boston Ave., 918-582-6637, www.modscrepes.com The Phoenix features live music every weekend and offers plenty of seating, free Wi-Fi, a full bar and a private library room with used books for sale. The late-night menu from 10 p.m. to close includes chips and dip, a few hot paninis and BOGO bagels, but it is worth staying up late to sample two sharable sweets. Under the Volcano ($10.95) features strawberries, bananas and house-made marshmallows with rich chocolate dipping sauce, but don’t miss out on tableside s’mores ($9.95), a personal fire-pit set up with the essential marshmallows, Hershey bars and graham crackers. 1302 E. Sixth St., 918-728-7828, www.thephoenixtulsa.com

Since it opened a few years back, Juniper Restaurant and Martini Lounge has been known to push the envelope with ingredient combinations. And luckily for us, owner Justin Thompson has allowed his crew of talented chefs a bit of freedom in the kitchen, along with the ability to offer a weekly, themed feature menu, which is spearheaded by Chef de Cuisine Tim Slavin in collaboration with the rest of the kitchen staff (a source of friendly competition). I try to save room for dessert, because the offerings are some of the best in town, including the cobbler for two. The seasonal dish, baked in a giant ramekin, needs some time in the oven (20 minutes), so you have to order it early or be forced to wait anxiously for its arrival at the table. I suggest you plan ahead, so you can pace yourself during dinner… 324 E. Third St., 918-794-1090, www.junipertulsa.com The Melting Pot, a romantic, yet family -friendly fondue restaurant, has been luring in guests with cheese, meat and chocolate fondue since it opened in the Riverwalk shopping district. This is the ultimate shared dining experience. The four-course dinner includes cheese fondue, salad, entrée and dessert. Come in for a glass of wine and some creamy cheese, or end your evening with coffee and chocolate fondue. Choose from milk chocolate swirled with crunchy peanut butter; flambéed milk chocolate with caramel and candied pecans; chocolate s’more fondue with marshmallow cream; or, for the purist, milk, dark or white chocolate only. Each chocolate offering comes with fruit, blondies, pound cake, brownies and marshmallow treats for dipping. tþ 300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks; 918-299-8000; www.meltingpot.com/tulsa TulsaPeople.com

The buzz on Tulsa’s tastiest products, restaurants and events by NATALIE MIKLES

Chicken parmigiana

E    . Maybe it’s the spinach dip everyone expects you to bring to the party or the triple-layer chocolate cake that’s requested for birthdays. Around Valentine’s Day that signature dish can come in handy for impressing a date. You don’t need to know a glossary of cooking terminology or even have many cooking tools to make something special. I have a friend who, to impress a girl, bought a new set of pots and pans before inviting her over for dinner. The relationship lasted, so I suppose it worked in his favor, but I wouldn’t recommend it for most. If you don’t already have a signature dish, chicken parmigiana can be yours. All you need is one pan. (Two if you’re making your own sauce.) It’s simple to make, has wide appeal and delivers a restaurant-worthy taste. Natalie Mikles is a writer who loves food, cooking and the people behind the stove. If she could only eat one food every day, it would be pie — hands down. She explores life with her husband and three children, who she is determined will become adventurous eaters.

ON THE TOWN

Fried chicken is one of my favorite things to make. But my version doesn’t come close to the perfect fried chicken served at Doc’s on Wednesday nights. On fried chicken night at Doc’s, regulars come for a huge portion — one-half of a fried chicken — plus mashed potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots. The chicken is brined and soaked for at least 24 hours before it’s cooked, making for a tender chicken worthy of the best farm-table dinner. Doc’s, 3509 S. Peoria Ave., 918-949-3663, www.docswineandfood.com 44

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Best Chicken Parmigiana 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, drained and crushed Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper Pinch sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon milk 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons butter 1 (8-ounce) ball fresh mozzarella, water drained and cubed Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano 1 pound spaghetti, cooked Using a meat mallet, flatten chicken breasts by pounding each to about 1/2-inch thickness. Place chicken in the refrigerator until ready to cook. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. For the sauce: In a large sauté pan, warm olive oil over medium heat. Cook the onion, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and bay leaves; cook another couple of minutes. Add vinegar, basil, tomatoes, salt, pepper and sugar. Cook until the sauce is slightly thickened. This will take about 20 minutes. Stir often. Keep sauce warm on lowest heat. Place the flour in a shallow bowl, then add parsley and a little salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, use a fork to whisk eggs with milk. Place breadcrumbs on a large plate, then season with a little salt and pepper. Dip chicken first in the flour, then the egg wash and then the breadcrumbs. In a large, heavy sauté pan, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the hot pan, cooking about 5 minutes on each side. You may need to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. If your sauté pan is ovenproof, pour tomato sauce over chicken and top with mozzarella and Parmigiano Reggiano. Cook for 15 minutes. Serve with warm spaghetti noodles. If you don’t have an ovenproof sauté pan, transfer the chicken to a baking dish, then spoon the tomato sauce and cheese on top and bake. tþ On days when I don’t feel like cooking, we typically turn to pizza. Andolini’s is the favorite for everyone in my house. And while I don’t think I could tire of my favorite Spring Street pizza, I do occasionally want to try something new. My family of pizza lovers went wild over a pasta selection — Penne Pomodoro ($13). It’s rich with marinara, garlic, butter, cream and cheese. I loved the San Marzano Primavera ($12) with eggplant, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, peppers and tomatoes. If you’ve never had the pistachio pesto, it’s also great, whether on pizza or over penne. Andolini’s, 1552 E. 15th St., 918-728-6111; 12140 E. 96th St. N., Owasso, 918-272-9328; www.andopizza.com

Valentine drinks, ever so lovely! by RANDA WARREN, MS, AIWS, CWE, CSS*

V’     Champagne — from the Champagne region of France. Even more special is a bottle of rosé or pink-colored Champagne. This drink exudes nothing less than celebration, sophistication and sheer deliciousness. After dining, kick off your shoes and snuggle by the fire with some chocolate liqueur or a glass of Port — a decadent touch and one you won’t easily forget in the days that follow. Fill your glasses with something lovely this Valentine’s day and don’t skimp. Life is too short for mediocrity. tþ

SIPS BY THE GLASS

Veuve Clicquot Rosé NV, Champagne, France — $54.99 Strawberries, raspberries and tart cherries explode in your mouth. The high acidity refreshes your palate and is the perfect aperitif. Champagne goes with almost any appetizer you can think of — so it’s really fool proof. Godiva chocolate liqueur — $29.99 Forget bringing a box of chocolates to your sweetie. Bring a bottle of chocolate. It’s rich, creamy and has the perfect amount of decadent flavors. V-day needs some decadence — don’t you agree? Taylor Fladgate 10-year-old Tawny Port, Portugal — $29.99 Tawny Ports are not as bold and rich as Ruby Ports and, therefore, are easier to drink after a rich meal. They have a nutty ﬂavor and are perfect with nut-based desserts. Pace yourself or you’ll get a little nutty too … but hey … it’s Valentine’s day. Go ahead!

*Wine columnist Randa Warren is a Master Sommelier; Certified Wine Educator; Associate Member of the Institute of Wines and Spirits; and is a Certified Specialist of Spirits.

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Editor’s note: Prices current as of December 2014.

Q&A – From Tulsa Medical Professionals

Q&A – From Tulsa Professionals

GENERAL DENTISTRY

INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

Q: I have been told I have periodontal disease. Will I have to get dentures eventually? A: It was thought for many years that periodontal disease was caused by bad habits alone and was therefore preventable. Now we know that genetics, smoking and diet play a role alongside oral hygiene. Today, there are many new and effective treatments for suppressing this disease. Frequent visits to your dentist, localized antibiotics and advanced oral rinses have yielded excellent results. We can offer various treatment options, and it won’t necessarily involve dentures. Gene McCormick DDS SAFE/COMFORT Dentists 2106 S. Atlanta Pl. • Tulsa, OK 74114 918-743-7444 • www.genemccormickdds.com

PERSONALIZED PRIMARY CARE

Q: Does the top 1% of taxpayers pay their share? A: Debates will continue on who pays enough in taxes, but the facts indicate the largest burdens of taxes are paid by people in the higher brackets. As of 2012, the top 1% of tax filers paid 38.1% of all federal income taxes. The top 5% of tax filers paid 58.9% while the bottom 50% paid 2.8% in 2012. The top tax filer’s share has been increasing which distorts the understanding of how much government really costs. Remember, there is NO free lunch. J. Harvie Roe, CFP, President AmeriTrust Investment Advisors, Inc. 4506 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa, OK 74135 hroe@amerad.com • 918-610-8080

WILLS AND TRUSTS

Q: Is basic cholesterol testing a true measurement of heart disease risk?

Q: How often should I review my estate plan?

A: Basic cholesterol testing is not enough. My patients receive the most thorough heart and stroke assessment available developed by Cleveland Clinic, the leading heart institute in the country. This proprietary blood panel goes beyond standard tests, predicting near- and long-term chances for a cardiac event. In fact, a recently published study reported that MDVIP-affiliated doctors are identifying more patients at risk for cardiovascular disease, allowing for early intervention. My patients also receive nutrition counseling that can reduce or eliminate the need for medication. For more information, call to schedule a free, no-obligation visit.

A: At a minimum, every 5 years. People have moved in and out of your life during that time. Not only do laws change, but the ability to rely on certain friends and family members may have changed as well. If a significant event — like a death or an incapacitation — has occurred, it is best to review the plan within the year. While you are gathering your tax information it is also a perfect time to review your estate and health care documents as well.

Christine Franden, MD • MDVIP-affiliated Internist 1819 E. 19 St., Suite 302 • Tulsa, OK 74104 866-696-3847 • mdvip.com/ChristineFrandenMD

Karen L. Carmichael The Law Office of Karen L. Carmichael 918-493-4939 • 2727 E. 21st St., Ste. 402 www.tulsawillsandtrusts.com

BEAUTY AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

VETERINARIAN

Q: The month of February always makes me think about love. Which is sad because lately I have no desire for intimacy. What can I do to rekindle the spark in my relationship this Valentine’s? A: As we age most men and women face the unspeakable truth that our libidos start to fade. Sound familiar? You’re not alone! For most of us this is due to lower hormone levels and the older we get, the fewer hormones we produce. It’s just a fact of life, but we don’t have to live with it. Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is a common procedure used by thousands every year to reduce hot flashes, build lean muscle, reduce risk of depression, improve sleep, mood, concentration, memory and of course libido. For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation, call us today.

Malissa Spacek and Dr. James Campbell BA Med Spa & Weight Loss Center 500 S. Elm Place • Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-872-9999 • www.baweightspa.com

Q: Should I worry about my pet being outside during cold weather? A: Pets should be kept indoors when it is below 25-30 degrees. If they remain outside, take precautions. Provide adequate shelter from weather with doghouses or hutches plus plenty of fluffy bedding or hay. Drinking water can freeze, so change it out at least twice a day. Never use antifreeze where pets have access because it is toxic and deadly if ingested. Remember to check the hood of your car before starting it; cats may seek shelter there. Dr. Kara Herrington 15th Street Veterinary Group 6231 E. 15th St. • Tulsa, OK 74112 918-835-2336 • www.15thstreetvet.com TulsaPeople.com

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Logging on Technology is making education more accessible for students, especially those who enroll in online programs. by ANGELA CHAMBERS

W      to play basketball, Cameron Alred preferred staying behind to talk with the teacher about the day’s lesson. That might include anything from an obscure scientific principle to an intricate math equation. Four years ago, the high school senior’s distinct curiosities led him to enroll in Stanford University Online High School, a highly selective virtual education program with students from across the globe. Admission at the tuition-based school is difficult, but it is only one such online program for kindergarten through grade 12. Oklahoma has multiple free virtual programs open to all state residents that are regulated under similar rules as public charter schools. The reasons students choose online education vary. Some, like Alred, are looking for a different academic challenge and learning environment than what is available locally. Others travel regularly for competitive athletics and need the flexibility virtual school provides. And some are seeking respite from harsh bullying by fellow students at their area school. In just a few years, virtual education has become one of the fastest-growing school options nationwide. Because it’s so new, research is still mixed on how effective this choice is for students. Policy analysts do agree that online schools — like their traditional counterparts — need proper oversight and transparency.

ONLINE INTERACTION Students in the virtual school system attend live Web classes and discussions with their peers and teachers. If they miss a live session, or want to review points for further study, a recorded video is available to view at any time. To demonstrate how this works, Alred opened a recorded course on his laptop while sitting on the couch in his living room, one of many locations he may attend online classes. Adobe Connect, an online conferencing program, displayed a PowerPoint presentation in the center while a small video in the left-hand corner featured his teacher discussing each slide. While the teacher speaks, students are encouraged to “text chat” amongst one another about the lesson in a scrolling bar below the main video. “It’s a school where passing notes is encouraged,” says Darin Alred, Cameron’s father. If a student would like to speak via video, she or he may “raise a hand” and the teacher will call on this person, followed by the student’s video displaying via webcam on the screen. In math classes, Cameron Alred also uses a computer tablet to draw math problems or other notes that will appear for the students and teachers to see during the live course. Emily Garner is a seventh-grader at Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy. Her family was attracted to the academy’s flexibility of when and how she may receive her lessons. She mixes her time between attending live classes

and watching the recordings. She’s expected to complete at least 3 percent progress on her full school year each week, and finish all assignments by midnight Sundays. The program allows her time for other experiences such as volunteering at a Tulsa Global Alliance event last November. “I could attend Kids’ World all week and meet new friends because I didn’t have to worry about being in class at a specific time,” she says. With many programs, kindergarten through eighth grades typically have more flexibility than high school, when GPAs and college admission become important. And the younger grades require much more parent involvement and less time online. Along with classes, each school offers multiple online clubs in which students might become involved, including student council, honor societies, foreign language, science, arts and so on. Cameron Alred participates in computer programming and 3D modeling clubs. If students or parents need to connect with teachers throughout the week, they hold regular office hours and are available via email and phone. “We have parent-teacher conferences, and it’s interesting because in their comments, I can tell the teachers really know Cameron,” Darin Alred says. Another advantage cited by online learners was the additional courses that cater to their personal interests. Continued on p. 51 TulsaPeople.com

Four years ago, Cameron Alred decided to enroll in the Stanford University Online High School, a virtual education program he attends at his Tulsa home. He chose it for its rigorous academic program and nontraditional environment.

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Seventh-grader Emily Garner attends school through Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy, one of five Oklahoma free online public charter options. Garner can accelerate her learning and participate in extracurricular activities she would be unable to do with a traditional school day.

OKLAHOMA FREE ONLINE PUBLIC CHARTER OPTIONS

• Epic Charter Schools • Insight School of Oklahoma • Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy • Oklahoma Connections Academy

The Statewide Virtual Charter School Board approved a new online choice, ABLE Charter School, in November. NATIONAL ONLINE SCHOOL STATISTICS

Continued from p. 49 Garner is taking honors algebra, which she would have had to wait another two years to take at her local school. This year, Cameron Alred is enrolled in university-level courses offered by college professors. “I have students taking Chinese and music courses connected with the Julliard School,” says Donna Hogan, a high school math teacher at Oklahoma Connections Academy, one of the tuition-free virtual public schools in the state. “There’s no way many students in Oklahoma, particularly in rural settings, would otherwise have access to these opportunities.”

BEYOND THE SCREEN What both Alred and Garner say they miss from brick-and-mortar schools is the regular, in-person interaction with fellow students and teachers. Alred has been satisfied with finding a social outlet through his church youth group and the regional meet-ups with Stanford OHS students. He also attends in-person summer sessions at Stanford. For Garner, it has been more difficult. In October, she seriously considered transferring back to a traditional school for the social interaction, even though she feels there are more options and challenges in the online environment. Garner lives in Inola, which is about a 30-minute drive to central Tulsa. This gives her fewer extracurricular options nearby that aren’t connected to the traditional school system. And the monthly regional field trips provided by her virtual school in Tulsa, where she can meet with fellow students, haven’t been enough to create deep friendships, she says. Garner’s mother, Jennifer Garner, is working to create an in-person group to show virtual students how to cook and sew. “This will combine both a social and learning environment,” says Lee Garner, Emily’s father. In the future, her parents also hope more standard public schools, as well as homeschool-based extracurricular activities, will be open to participation by students enrolled in online education.

SCHOOL STANDARDS As the head of school at Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy, Sheryl Tatum emphasizes that there’s more flexibility, but within parameters. “You can’t choose to only do one math lesson this week. There are still deadlines students must meet,” Tatum says. “We’re a public school in Oklahoma, so we have a governing board and the school is accredited by the State Department of Education, which audits us just like any other brick-and-mortar.” Oklahoma online public charter schools, which are only available to state residents, began in 2011. With the formation of the Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board in 2012, these schools must be approved through the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board and are accredited by the Department of Education. The online schools are required to follow laws in place for other Oklahoma charter options. Since online education is new, experts say it’s difficult to know how well each school and student is performing without further analysis and more information. A 2012 Center for Public Education report found a “troubling overall picture of poor performance and low graduation rates for full-time online students.” Alternatively, other studies revealed positive gains for online students in K-8. In 2013, the University of Colorado’s National Education Policy Center recommended state agencies ensure these schools are fully reporting information, along with creating outcome measures designed for full-time online students. While online education’s success will become clearer in the years to come, Darin Alred believes it’s important to listen to each child’s needs. “If parents find themselves with a kid that is wired a little different, or their local school isn’t connecting with their needs, don’t be afraid to look outside the box and find another path,” he says. “For Cameron, he lights up and can’t stop talking about something that happened in class, which is very validating that we made the right decision.” tþ

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Tulsa Community College Metro Campus • 909 S. Boston Ave. Southeast Campus • 10300 E. 81st St. Northeast Campus • 3727 E. Apache St. West Campus • 7505 W. 41st St. 918-595-7000 • www.tulsacc.edu

here are more than 2,000 public and private 2-year colleges across the United States, and one of the most notable and cutting-edge is right here in Tulsa. Tulsa Community College is a premier 2-year public institution that offers more than 200 degrees and certifications. With distinguished academic areas like nursing, veterinary technology, information technology, engineering and early childhood education, TCC grads are highly qualified for competitive fields — and they don’t have to break the bank to get there. TCC is committed to preparing students for the workforce or continuing education. Though known for its affordability and accessibility, TCC is also at the forefront of its peer institutions, ranking 24th among over 1,000 public 2-year colleges in the number of associate degrees awarded. TCC is 14th in the nation for degrees granted in communications and related fields, 10th for health professions, 5th in business, management and marketing, and 3rd in education. TCC also takes pride in serving underrepresented students with valuable educational opportunities. The college is in the top 100 in the

nation regarding associate degrees awarded to minorities, and even more significantly, grants more degrees to Native Americans than any other institution of its kind. Founded in 1970, TCC is now the largest community college in Oklahoma, with more than 17,000 students from all walks of life enrolled. By employing plenty of well-qualified faculty members, the college maintains a respectable 20-1 student-teacher ratio. Led by president Dr. Leigh B. Goodson, this quickly-growing college maintains an open-door enrollment policy, so a meaningful education remains highly accessible and — with an annual tuition of $4,190 plus financial aid opportunities like Tulsa Achieves — highly affordable. In all its initiatives and endeavors, TCC follows its core values of student success, excellence, stewardship, innovation and diversity by delivering a competitive education at an unbeatable price.

Year Founded...............................................1970

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Enrollment ................................................17,603

TCC has strong programs to meet the changing needs of students and the overall workforce, including degrees in competitive fields like nursing, allied health, engineering, information technology, computer information systems, veterinary technology and child development/ early childhood education.

Student-Faculty Ratio .............................. 20-to-1 Number of Undergraduate Degrees Offered ........................................... 222 52

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Recently released national rankings place Tulsa Community College head and shoulders above more than 2,000 public and private two-year institutions across the United States. We are proud of our accomplishments, honored by the recognition and extremely grateful to the entire TCC family for their relentless pursuit of academic excellence and innovation.

24th in the nation in the number of associate degrees awarded in all disciplines among 1,092 (public; there are 1,002 private and proprietary two-year colleges) community colleges in America.

1st in the nation in associate degrees granted to Native Americans.

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5th in the nation in Business, Management and Marketing Degrees granted. 10th in the nation for degrees granted in Health Professions & Related Programs.

14th in the nation for degrees granted in Communication, Journalism and Related Programs.

72nd in associate degrees awarded to minorities.

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The University of Tulsa 800 South Tucker Drive, Tulsa • 918.631.2000 www.utulsa.edu

nder the direction of President Steadman Upham — TulsaPeople’s 2015 Tulsan of the Year — The University of Tulsa has grown into one of the nation’s top 100 universities. Known for distinguished programs in petroleum engineering, energy business, cyber security and psychology, the private university offers 66 undergraduate and 62 graduate degrees in all. Other popular majors include mechanical and chemical engineering, biology, computer science, finance, accounting, energy management, communications and English. Founded in 1894 and dedicated to knowledge, research and community, TU has a yearly tuition of $35,050, and financial aid is available. The Princeton Review recently named TU one of the 50 “best value” private colleges and universities, indicating its standing “among the lowest-priced selective, independent institutions in the nation.” Many students are already distinguished by the time they reach TU. In Fall 2014, 75% of entering freshmen were in the top 10% of their

graduating classes. Overall, they averaged a GPA of 3.9, an ACT score of 29 and an SAT score of 1257. Rigorous academic achievement is highly prized at TU, but the admissions process reflects an individualized and holistic approach, taking into account much more than test scores. Extracurricular involvement and personal qualities are also important aspects they consider in prospective students. And with fewer than 5,000 students total and a student-to-faculty ratio of 11-1, each student can receive the attention and guidance necessary to reach their full potential. Students interested in learning more are encouraged to visit campus or attend one of the university’s popular Admission events. During the Tulsa Time overnight program (Feb. 15-16), high school students spend a night in the residence halls with current students, visit with professors and staff and meet peers who are applying to TU. The university also has a one-day Up Close for Juniors program planned for April 19.

Year Founded...................................................1894 Undergraduate Enrollment ............................3,473 Number of Undergraduate Degrees Offered .................................................66 Student-Faculty Ratio ...................................11-to-1 Graduate Enrollment ......................................1,209 Graduate Degrees Offered .................................62 54

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AREAS OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION TU is Oklahoma’s only Top 100 research university. It has been named one of the nation’s “Best Value” private colleges by Kiplinger’s. 75 percent of entering freshman in 2014 were in the top 10 percent of their high school classes. 96 percent of faculty members hold the highest degree attainable in their field.

A Top 100 National University

n 11:1 student-faculty ratio n Faculty-mentored undergraduate research n More than 60 majors in four colleges

n 91% placement rate for 2014 graduates n 18 NCAA Division I sports teams n Diverse campus

“A Top 50 Best Value Private University” (Kiplinger’s) & 2015 Top College (Forbes)

TU is an EEO/AA institution.

Apply online: apply.utulsa.edu. For more information or to schedule a campus visit, contact the Office of Admission, 1-800-331-3050, or 918-631-2307, or www.utulsa.edu/admission

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The University of Oklahoma 550 Parrington Oval (OU Visitor Center), Norman • 800.234.6868 www.ou.edu

hen you crunch the numbers for the University of Oklahoma’s student body, the results are seriously impressive: 70% of the student body graduated in the top 25% of their high school class. They have an average ACT of 26 and an average SAT score of 1180. Notably, more than 750 National Merit Scholars are currently enrolled — 311 in 2014’s freshman class alone — making OU the No. 1 public university choice of National Merit Scholars. OU also bears the distinction of being the only American university, public or private, in decades to produce a Rhodes Scholar, a Marshall Scholar, a Mitchell Scholar, a Goldwater Scholar, a Truman Scholar and a Fulbright Scholar in a single year. But OU is concerned with much more than a student’s numbers; above all, they seek well-rounded individuals who want to thrive in a vibrant academic community. In addition to test scores and GPA, the admissions process requires an essay, letter of recommendation and assessment of a student’s overall engagement in their school and community. This well-respected university — whose founding in 1890 predates Oklahoma statehood — offers 166 undergraduate

and 232 graduate degrees. Though OU is a Big 12 school with over 20,000 students on the Norman campus alone (plus all the opportunities and resources to match), the university strives to create the atmosphere of a small, private university by committing to each student’s success. Additionally, there are more than 400 student organizations on campus, plus 50 active Greek organizations and more than 30 intramural activities. With so many communities, students need never feel lost in the crowd. Despite the high value of an OU education and the rising cost of college attendance, the university averaged the lowest increase in tuition and fees of any public university nationwide — meaning a world-class education is still attainable for many Oklahomans.

Year Founded...................................................1890 Undergraduate Enrollment Norman .....................................................21,028 All Campuses ............................................ 21,861 Student-Faculty Ratio .................................. 18-to-1

AREAS OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION The Joe C. and Carole Kerr McClendon Honors College offers one of the most energetic and creative honor programs among public universities in the United States. More than 3,000 students participate in small classes, typically of 19 or less. More than 80 informal book clubs have been created in the past three years.

Number of Undergraduate Degrees Offered ...............................................166 Graduate Enrollment Norman .......................................................5,745 All campuses ..............................................6,303 Number of Graduate Degrees Offered ............232

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OU - Oklahoma’s Leader in Excellence

• At a ceremony in May at the White House, the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History was one of the top five museums in the country to receive the National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor given to libraries and museums for service to the community. • OU ranks No. 1 in the nation among all public universities in the total number of National Merit Scholars, with more than 750 National Merit Scholars enrolled. • OU is the only public university in the nation to be awarded the prestigious Davis Cup two years in a row in recognition of its record-setting enrollment of United World College international freshmen. • OU was the only university in America (public or private) in decades to have produced - a Rhodes Scholar, a Marshall Scholar, a Mitchell Scholar, a Goldwater Scholar, a Truman Scholar and a Fulbright Scholar in a single year. • OU is the only Big 12 University to be selected as having one of America’s 25 most beautiful campuses. • With construction beginning in 2015, OU will become one of the first public universities in the country to build residential colleges for upperclassmen and women, patterned on those at Yale, Oxford, Harvard and Cambridge in England. The living/learning communities will become the cornerstone of the undergraduate experience. • For the five-year period from 2008-09 to 2013-2014, OU averaged the lowest increase in tuition and fees nationwide at a statewide public university, according to a College Board report. The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution. www.ou.edu/eoo

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All Saint’s Catholic School 299 S. Ninth St., Broken Arrow 918-251-3000 www.allsaintsba.com All Saints Catholic School is a co-educational elementary and middle school that offers a first-rate Catholic education to students in pre-K through eighth grade. All students in kindergarten through eighth grade attend weekly mass, and students in sixth through eighth grades participate in daily religion classes. FACILITIES: Classrooms in the main buildings, two playgrounds and a gymnasium. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: To provide children a total educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence and personal responsibility within a Catholic faith community. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Kindergarten through fifth grade: language arts, math, social studies, science, art, music, Spanish, computer science and physical education. Sixth through eighth grades: math, language arts, social studies, art, foreign languages, computer science, speech, drama and physical education. ADMISSIONS: Testing required for academic placement. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 18-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes (application made in spring) UNIFORMS: Yes Augustine Christian Academy 6310 E. 30th St., 918-832-4600 www.acatulsa.org Augustine Christian Academy, formerly St. Augustine Academy, is a Christian classical school dedicated to providing a setting that is both challenging and supportive. FACILITIES: Located in midtown Tulsa near East 31st Street and South Sheridan Road. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Classical, Christian programs for pre-K through 12th grade. PROGRAMS OFFERED: All three levels of the Trivium: grammar, dialectic and rhetoric; math; history; literature; composition; science; foreign languages; music; and art. TUITION: $5,000, pre-K-fifth grade; $5,700, sixth-eighth grades; $6,500, ninth-12th grades. ADMISSIONS: Call for open house dates or to receive an enrollment packet. FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Bishop Kelley High School 3905 S. Hudson Ave., 918-627-3390 www.bishopkelley.org Built in 1960, Bishop Kelley High School serves Catholic and non-Catholic families who seek a life preparatory program within a Christian environment of concern, trust and growth. The school is owned by the Catholic Diocese of Tulsa and serves 850 students in grades 9-12. FACILITIES: Located in midtown Tulsa on 47 acres that include the Stephenson Family Library/Media

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2 0 1 5 G U I D E TO T U LSA’ S P R I VAT E S CH O O LS Center, a student commons, classrooms, computer labs, science labs, a theater, two gymnasiums and athletic fields. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Providing students a Lasallian education that develops individuals whose hearts and minds are prepared for a purposeful life. Bishop Kelley students are accepted at outstanding colleges and universities across the United States. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Scholars, Advanced Placement/Honors curriculum and Learning Styles programs are available. Extensive co-curricular activities, such as retreat and community service opportunities, are available. The school also has top 5A and 6A athletic programs and competitive OSSAA teams. TUITION: $8,500 (Catholics supporting a parish); $10,800 (all others). ADMISSIONS: Placement exams and application. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 12-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Cascia Hall Preparatory School 2520 S. Yorktown Ave. 918-746-2600 (Upper School) 918-746-2616 (Middle School) www.casciahall.org Founded in 1926 in midtown Tulsa by the Order of St. Augustine, Cascia Hall offers a college preparatory program for students in grades 6-12. FACILITIES: Forty acres of wooded campus in historic midtown Tulsa with French neo-style buildings, including a monastery, chapel, performing arts center and athletic facilities. PROGRAMS OFFERED: A Catholic, Augustinian college preparatory school offering a traditional liberal arts curriculum to educate the whole person spiritually, physically, emotionally, psychologically and intellectually. TUITION: $12,840, annual ADMISSIONS: Middle School entrance exam (entering grades 6-8); Upper School entrance exam (entering grade 9); mandatory application and interview; shadow day (optional). STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 12-1 FINANCIAL AID: Approximately $750,000 distributed annually to assist need-based families. UNIFORMS: Yes Christian Montessori Academy 3702 S. 90th E. Ave., 918-628-6524 www.montessorilearning.org As Tulsa’s only Christian Montessori school, children 3-15 years old (preschool through eighth grade) receive instruction in classrooms designed to accommodate the individual learning styles of students. FACILITIES: One-story facility containing multiple classrooms. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Individualized, hands-on learning using Montessori methods and curriculum.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Extended learning opportunities in core subjects: math, science, language, reading, writing, history, geography, sensorial and practical life lessons, art, show choir, recorder class, drama class, home economics and Spanish. TUITION: $450 per month, three full days per week (students age 3-4); $550 per month, ﬁve full days (students ages 3-6); $550 per month, students ages 6-9; and $600 per month, students ages 12-15. After-care programs available for additional fee. ADMISSIONS: School tour, interview and application. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 9-1 FINANCIAL AID: No UNIFORMS: No Happy Hands Education Center 8801 S. Garnett Road, 918-893-4800 www.happyhands.org Happy Hands is a full-time, year-round early intervention program committed to developing language and communication skills for infants to 6-year-olds who are deaf, hard of hearing or have other communication disorders. FACILITIES: State-of-the-art deaf education facility. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: To provide total communication teaching through methods of sign language, voice and music for tailored learning. PROGRAMS OFFERED: An accredited infant, preschool and kindergarten program, along with child care services, all in a Christian environment; a speech and language pathologist who meets with students individually and in the classroom; parent classes; and fellowship opportunities planned throughout the year. TUITION: Sliding-scale tuition. ADMISSIONS: Family interview and tour. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 4-1, infants; 5-1, all others. FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: No Holland Hall 5666 E. 81st St., 918-481-1111 www.hollandhall.org Holland Hall provides a challenging, comprehensive co-educational experience for pre-K through 12th-grade students that promotes critical thinking and lifelong learning. FACILITIES: A 162-acre wooded campus with nine science labs, six computer labs, three libraries, six art and six music studios, a photography lab, a dance studio, the Walter Arts Center, the All Saints Chapel, three gymnasiums, an all-weather track, tennis courts and athletic ﬁelds. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Holland Hall provides an educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts, college-preparatory curriculum.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: English, foreign language, mathematics, science, social studies, religious studies, fine arts, athletics and wellness (grades 9 and 12). TUITION: $4,325-$10,600, preschool; $12,200, junior kindergarten; $14,150, kindergarten; $14,600, grades 1-3; $16,350, grades 4-5; $16,995, grades 6-8; $18,380, grades 9-12. ADMISSIONS: Completed application, teacher recommendation, copy of birth certificate and immunization records (all grade levels); parent waiver (preschool, grades 4-12); grade-level assessment and interview with faculty member (grades 4-12); grades from last two years and current standardized test scores (kindergartengrade 12). STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 9-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Holy Family Cathedral School 820 S. Boulder Ave., 918-582-0422 www.holyfamilycathedralschool.com Founded by St. Katharine Drexel 115 years ago, Holy Family Cathedral is an accredited Catholic school that serves students from preschool to eighth grade. The school offers a rigorous academic program and small class sizes. FACILITIES: Located next to Holy Family Cathedral, the school is a four-story building with a resource room, library, computer lab, science lab, writing lab, urban garden and playground. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Holy Family Cathedral School is a culturally diverse Catholic school working together with Christ to create lifelong learners; articulate, faith-filled leaders; and peacemakers. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Accelerated math, leveled reading and an enrichment program are offered during the school day. After-school programs include aftercare, Academic Bowl, MathCounts, robotics, Odyssey of the Mind, chess club, spirit club and athletics. TUITION: $4,800, preschool; $3,950, kindergarten through eighth grades (Catholic); $4,850, kindergarten through eighth grades (nonCatholic); multiple child discounts available. ADMISSION: Enrollment applications are available online at www.holyfamilycathedralschool.com. Student interview may be requested for transfer students. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 10-1 (preschool); 15-1 (kindergarten through eighth grade). FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Lincoln Christian School 1003 N. 129th E. Ave., 918-234-8150 www.lincolnchristianschool.com Lincoln Christian School’s philosophy is stated in three priorities: godly character, academic excellence and extracurricular activity. Continued on p. 60

Riverfield Country Day School 2433 West 61st Street, Tulsa • 918.446.3553 www.riverfield.org

iverfield is a nonsectarian school providing quality innovative education for children 2 weeks old through 12th grade. Founded in 1984, Riverfield is dedicated to academic excellence and college preparation, while remaining true to our family-oriented atmosphere and whole student approach to education and learning. Riverfield provides a student-centered approach to education with a program of authentic, experiential learning in which individuality is valued and the needs of the whole student are honored. Small class sizes, along with the collaborative nature of our classrooms, provide the opportunity for students to cultivate leadership, interpersonal skills, and the confidence needed for success today and tomorrow. Personalized programming and flexible scheduling offer middle and upper school students the opportunity to develop talents and explore interests in a college prep setting. Riverfield is home to the state’s first school rock band program, with 13 bands comprised of fourth-12th grade students. Through participation in the OSSAA, the school is finding success in athletic, academic and arts competitions. AREAS OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION Riverfield’s 120-acre campus includes a barnyard, hiking trails, gardens, freshwater system, outdoor classrooms and athletic fields. A new 22,000-square foot middle and upper school academic building opened in fall 2013. This facility more than doubled the number of classrooms available for grades 6-12.

Year Founded............................................................................. 1984 Enrollment ................................................................................... 612 Student-Faculty Ratio................................................................4-to-1 16-to-1 based on age/grade level Grades .................................................................. Infants-12th grade

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Continued from p. 58 FACILITIES: Classrooms are exceptional in design, and special facilities at the secondary level are offered for art, music, science and computer labs. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Lincoln Christian School emphasizes good communication between teachers and parents, mutual respect and skillful conflict resolution. PROGRAMS OFFERED: AP classes for calculus, chemistry, English, biology and U.S. history. High school electives include accounting, art, drama, band, vocal music, driver’s education, economics and jazz. Elementary specials include art, computers, music, physical education and Spanish. TUITION: Available on request. ADMISSIONS: Application process and family interview. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 16-1, pre-Kkindergarten; 18-1, first-fifth grades; 16-1, sixth12th grades. FINANCIAL AID: Limited UNIFORMS: Yes The Little Light House 5120 E. 36th St., 918-664-6746 www.littlelighthouse.org Since 1972, The Little Light House has served as a learning haven for children living with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and many other special needs. It provides a unique program designed to offer special education and therapeutic services to children from birth to 6 years old. FACILITIES: Eight classrooms, small and large therapy gyms, low vision lab, speech therapy center and four playground areas designed for children with special needs. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: The Little Light House uses a trans-disciplinary team program that allows therapists and teachers the opportunity to learn from one another to further a child’s learning and development. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Bible-based curriculum written by teachers and therapists; physical, speech, vision and occupational therapy; and an assistive technology program. ADMISSIONS: Children from birth to age 6 with physical or mental challenges causing a delay in one or more areas of development are eligible for LLH services. Conditions that typically create these challenges include Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and autism. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 8-1 UNIFORMS: No Marquette School 1519 S. Quincy Ave., 918-584-4631 www.marquetteschool.org Established as Sacred Heart School in 1918, Marquette is dedicated to teaching Catholic values and offering a comprehensive curriculum to preschool, elementary and middle school students in an atmosphere that promotes the growth of each child’s mind, body and spirit. FACILITIES: New Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC); gymnasium; elementary library; and art, music, computer/technology and resource rooms. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Excellent academics, Sacramental preparation, weekly liturgical celebrations, Academic Bowl, MathCounts, National Junior Honor Society, athletics, choir, dance, piano, karate, gymnastics, strings, weightlifting, guitar, Happy Feet soccer, That’s Dancing, Amazing Athletes, before- and afterschool care and more. TUITION: $4,932, one child (parishioner); $8,051,

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two children (parishioner); $10,907, three children (parishioner); $13,277, four or more children (parishioner); $6,235 per child (non-parishioner). ECDC rates vary according to attendance. ADMISSION: Screening required for kindergarten; testing for grades 1-8. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 12-1 (pre-K); 22-1 (kindergarten through eighth grade). FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Metro Christian Academy 6363 S. Trenton Ave., 918-745-9868 www.metroca.com Metro Christian Academy, established in 1983, is a state-accredited, college-preparatory, interdenominational Christian school serving P312th-grade students. Metro provides an education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically and socially. FACILITIES: Located on a 40-acre campus, the school consists of a single-building facility where P3-12th-grade students attend classes. The building includes an auditorium, two lunchrooms, three gyms, two new innovative science labs as well as a new athletic performance center. The campus has athletic fields for football, baseball, softball and soccer and a new track complex. The campus is fully secured with perimeter fencing and provides a single guarded point of entry during the school day. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Serving more than 1,000 students in P3-12th grade, Metro Christian Academy is a Christian, college-preparatory academy with high academic standards focused on developing young Christian leaders who will have a positive impact on the world around them. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Academic services include 14 AP courses; honors classes; dualenrollment courses through Colorado Christian University; sign language, Spanish, French and Chinese languages. As a member of the OSSAA, co-curricular activities include state-recognized music, drama and arts programs; leadership; honor societies; and championship-level athletics. Metro also offers multiple service organizations and mission opportunities for its students. TUITION: $5,450-$8,950 ADMISSIONS: Contact the Admissions Office to make an appointment for a campus tour at 918745-9868, extension 164. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 18-1 FINANCIAL AID: Available to qualifying families. UNIFORMS: Yes Mingo Valley Christian School 8720 E. 61st St., 918-294-0404 www.mingovalley.org Established in 1976, Mingo Valley Christian School offers a wide range of learning opportunities for K4 through 12th-grade students. It is a nonprofit, nondenominational, college-preparatory, Christian school with a wide range of opportunities for students, including a dynamic arts program, a growing athletic program, clubs and a variety of leadership opportunities. Mingo Valley has a strong emphasis on discipleship and seeks to help students develop a biblical worldview. FACILITIES: Two-story building with two science labs, computer labs, a multipurpose gym and a library, all housed in the Mingo Valley Bible Fellowship church building. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Mingo Valley Christian School adds a unique dynamic to private school education with uncompromising Continued on p. 62

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but it’s worth it. Yes, at Monte Cassino we’re known as “the saints,” but it’s not simply a moniker students instantly acquire after enrolling, it’s an honor and a reputation we also want them to earn. From the first day of Monte Cassino classes, being a “saint” is tantamount to what is important in being successful: hard work, respect for others, a passion to overachieve, a strong moral compass, and the ability to make good day-to-day decisions. So for all the other excellent reasons to attend Monte Cassino (nationally recognized academics, access to team-building athletics, safety and security), our unique, creative Catholic social skills programs are what set us apart from our academic competitors. More importantly, it will also set your son and/or daughter apart as well. Want your children to have a better opportunity to succeed in life? Be a Saint.

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onte Cassino was founded in 1926 and now serves students age 3 through eighth grade. This private school offers a Benedictine Catholic education, designed to foster the intellectual, spiritual, social, physical and personal characteristics of students, both through core subjects like language arts, foreign languages and honors courses, and through stimulating programs in athletics, the arts, music, community service, computer education, academic bowl and National Junior Honor Society. With an enrollment of 850 across all grades and a 15-1 student-faculty ratio, each student receives individualized attention and will never get lost in the crowd. Enrollment is ongoing, and admission requires an entrance test, student records, previous test scores and letter of recommendation from a teacher. Tuition is $9,800 for kindergarten through eighth grade, with early childhood tuition ranging from $3,600 to $8,000 depending on attendance level. Sibling tuition discounts are available. Monte Cassino administers both the Cogat Test and Iowa Test, so graduates have the necessary scores to transition smoothly to high school. Monte Cassino is comprised of a beautiful 5-building campus in midtown that features a performing arts theatre, a chapel, a track, a student activity center and more. For more information, visit www.montecassino.org, call 918-742-3364 or email bjones@montecassino.org.

Year Founded............................................................................. 1926 Enrollment ................................................................................... 850 Student-Faculty Ratio..............................................................15-to-1 Grades ...................................................................... Pre-K-8th grade

AREAS OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION Monte Cassino School is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and North Central Association AdvancED. Monte Cassino School is an accredited member of the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) and Diocese of Tulsa Catholic Schools.

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Continued from p. 60 academics, programs and activities in a Christian culture built on faith, prayer, character and moral responsibility. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Mathematics, science, Spanish, history, computer science, life skills classes, theater, engineering design programs, educational-based clubs, leadership programs, volleyball, track, football, basketball, soccer, cross country and concurrent enrollment classes. TUITION: $2,853, K4 part time; $5,210, K4 full time; $5,210, K5-sixth grade; $5,714, seventheighth grade; $6,140, ninth-12th grade. ADMISSIONS: Please visit the school website or contact the school for an admissions packet. OPEN HOUSES: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Feb. 3; 6-8 p.m., March 3; and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., March 31. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 13-1 FINANCIAL AID: No UNIFORMS: Yes Miss Helen’s Private School 4849 S. Mingo Road, 918-622-2327 www.misshelens.com Family owned for 60 years, Miss Helen’s provides a year-round safe, loving environment for students in preschool through fifth grade. FACILITIES: 19,000 square feet of space featuring a uniquely designed pod system for separate programs and state-of-the-art equipment, which allows the school to expand its educational programs and provide increased counseling and student services. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Miss Helen’s Private School aims to provide a year-round learning experience in which all students are challenged to achieve their full potential. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Individualized and challenging reading and math curriculums, dance (pre-K), physical education (kindergarten through fifth grade), music, Spanish, art and computers. TUITION: $805 per month, preschool; $795 per month, kindergarten; $785 per month, elementary. ADMISSIONS: Family interview, tour, application and enrollment fees, as well as an annual supply fee. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 10-1, preschool; 15-1, kindergarten through fifth grade. FINANCIAL AID: No UNIFORMS: Yes Mizel Jewish Day School 2021 E. 71st St., 918-494-0953 www.mizelschool.org Formerly known as Heritage Academy, Mizel Jewish Day School is the only Jewish day school in Oklahoma. It is an ideal learning institute for children of all faith backgrounds in preschool through fifth grade who are intellectually curious, excited to learn and desire optimal success. FACILITIES: Located inside the Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center on the Zarrow Campus, amenities include a playground, computer lab, SMART boards, iPads, a library, art room, kitchen and gym. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Mizel Jewish Day School aims to give all students an outstanding education in both general and Judaic studies by maintaining a supportive yet challenging atmosphere that fosters a lifelong commitment to learning. A character and values education program is a companion to the overall curriculum. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Secular studies, Jewish culture and traditions, Hebrew language classes, music, art, physical education and computer instruction.

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TUITION: $7,869 ADMISSIONS: Valid birth certificate for ages 3-5. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 8-1 FINANCIAL AID: No UNIFORMS: Yes Monte Cassino School 2206 S. Lewis Ave., 918-742-3364 www.montecassino.org Founded in 1926 by the Benedictine Sisters, Monte Cassino is a Catholic community school that serves students in preschool through eighth grade. FACILITIES: Five distinctive buildings on a beautiful campus with a student activity center, performing arts theater, track, chapel and new early childhood center. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Monte Cassino focuses on the intellectual, spiritual, social, physical and personal characteristics of its students. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Art, computer education, foreign languages, language arts, mathematics, music, physical education, reading, religion, science, social studies and writing. TUITION 201516: $9,800, kindergarten through eighth grade; $3,600, two-day early childhood; $5,000 three-day early childhood; $8,000, five-day early childhood. ADMISSIONS: Entrance test, student records, previous test scores and letter of recommendation from a teacher. Enrollment is ongoing. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1, elementary and middle schools; 10-1, ECLC. FINANCIAL AID: Yes (kindergarten through eighth grade only). UNIFORMS: Yes Peace Academy 4620 S. Irvington Ave., 918-627-1040 www.peaceacademytulsa.org Peace Academy is an Islamic private school educating students in pre-K through 12th grade. It aims to provide a unique learning environment with high standards to students of all faith traditions. FACILITIES: The school is positioned on 10 acres that also houses the Tulsa Islamic Center. It has a spacious playing field, volleyball and basketball courts and two playgrounds. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Peace Academy promotes lifelong learning in an Islamic environment that inspires noble character and righteous leadership. PROGRAMS OFFERED: An academic curriculum aligned with Common Core Standards as well as instruction in the Arabic language; dualenrollment or vocational training opportunities; and extracurricular activities, including spelling bees, science competitions, soccer, Qur’anic recitation, community service and charitable drives. In addition, Peace Academy offers courses in Cultural Linguistics and Humanities (ethics and morality). TUITION: $4,700, preschool; $4,400, kindergarten through 12th grade. ADMISSIONS: Registration fee STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Rejoice Christian Schools 13413 E. 106th St. N., Owasso (preschool/ elementary), 918-272-7235 12200 E. 86th St. N., Owasso (middle and high school), 918-516-0050 www.rejoiceschool.com

Rejoice Christian School aims to work with parents to develop students academically through Biblebased, Christian principles. The school strives to educate students spiritually, intellectually, physically and socially. FACILITIES: The school has two campuses in Owasso, one for preschool and elementary, and one for middle and high school. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Small class sizes and a partnership with parents. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Two-, three- and ﬁveday preschool programs; kindergarten through 12th-grade classes; literature, math, writing, science, history, government, AP and honors courses; electives, including ﬁne arts and sports. TUITION: $2,100-$4,985, preschool; $5,270, elementary; $5,560, middle school; $5,970, high school. ADMISSIONS: Application, family interview and academic screening. Call for tours and open house dates. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: No

comprised of a regionally recognized rock band program, college preparation, athletics and summer programs for all ages, and TCC concurrent enrollment for Upper School students. TUITION: $465-$1,345, monthly payments for preschool; $9,325-$11,670, yearly payments for primary, middle and upper school. Payments are dependent on various school-day plans, grade levels and length of days per student. ADMISSIONS: Depending on age/grade, requirements include application, a family tour and interview, a teacher observation form or recommendation and review of records. OPEN HOUSES: 9 a.m.-noon, Feb. 10 and 24, March 10 and 24, April 21, May 5 (preschool through ﬁfth grade); 1-3 p.m., Feb. 3, March 3 and April 14 (grades 6-12). STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: Based on age, 4-1 to 15-1; faculty-to-student ratio, 7-1. FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: No

Regent Preparatory School of Oklahoma 8621 S. Memorial Drive, 918-663-1002 www.rpsok.org Regent Preparatory School provides a challenging Christian-centered education to ensure students receive spiritual nurturing and academic success. FACILITIES: A 71,000-square-foot building on 26 wooded acres with a new gymnasium. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Classical and Christian programs oﬀered in pre-K through 12th grade. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Music, art, math, geography, history, foreign languages, literature and athletics. TUITION: $2,575-$3,240, Enrichment II and III (4to 5-year-olds and 5- to 6-year-olds); $7,120, ﬁrst through sixth grades; $7,700, seventh and eighth grades; $9,100, ninth through 12th grades. ADMISSIONS: Application, testing, classroom observation, required reading materials for parents and parent interview. OPEN HOUSES: 7 p.m., Feb. 5; 9 a.m.-noon, March 2-4. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 11-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes

Saint Catherine Catholic School 2515 W. 46th St., 918-446-9756 www.saintcatherineschool.org Saint Catherine School is dedicated to inspiring its students to become lifelong learners in mind, heart and spirit. It offers a blend of morals and values with a comprehensive curriculum that provides a challenging academic environment for pre-K through eighth-grade students. FACILITIES: A recently remodeled, one-story building retrofitted with current technology and a computer lab, library, activity center and a safe room. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Offering students challenging academics in a Christian environment. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Spanish, physical education, computers, art, speech club, MathCounts and athletics. TUITION: $3,947, one child (practicing Catholic); $6,624, two children (practicing Catholic); $9,063, three or more children (practicing Catholic); $4,882, one child (non-practicing and nonCatholic); $9,047, two children (non-practicing and non-Catholic); $13,259, three or more children (non-practicing and non-Catholic). ADMISSIONS: Placement test, family interview and tour. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 10-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes

Riverfield Country Day School 2433 W. 61st St., 918-446-3553 www.riverfield.org Riverfield is a nonsectarian school providing quality innovative education for children two weeks old through 12th grade. Founded in 1984, Riverfield is dedicated to academic excellence and college preparation, while remaining true to the family-oriented atmosphere and whole student approach to education and learning. FACILITIES: A 120-acre campus encompasses a barnyard, hiking trails, gardens, freshwater system, outdoor classrooms and athletic fields. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: A studentcentered approach to education with authentic, experiential learning, personalized programming, flexible scheduling and small classroom sizes for students to cultivate leadership, interpersonal skills and the confidence needed for success. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Preschool options include two, three and five day per week programs, along with school day and extendedday options. Primary, middle and upper school options include English, mathematics, science, social studies, foreign language, the arts

Saints Peter and Paul School 1428 N. 67th E. Ave., 918-836-2165 www.peterandpaultulsa.org Saints Peter and Paul School oﬀers a diverse educational experience for its students and believes that every student is entitled to an education that provides the opportunity for spiritual, intellectual, social and physical development. FACILITIES: Located in northeast Tulsa on grounds that include a large play area and ropes course. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Christian values are the center of the school, and teachers oﬀer a warm, caring classroom environment. PROGRAMS OFFERED: All basic areas, religion, computers, Spanish, co-curricular activities and athletics. TUITION: $3,500, per child. Family discounts available. ADMISSIONS: Interview required. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 10-1, pre-K through second grade; 20-1, grades 3-8 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes

Saint Pius X School 1717 S. 75th E. Ave., 918-627-5367 www.spxtulsa.org Saint Pius X is a Catholic school at the forefront of education in Tulsa. Open to all faiths and ﬁnancial backgrounds, Saint Pius currently serves students from preschool through eighth grade. Saint Pius is a Catholic community that joyfully upholds “all things in Christ” by promoting academic excellence, personal responsibility and diversity. FACILITIES: Seven-building campus with a church, gymnasium, computer lab with 85 workstations, two libraries, tutoring center and language lab. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Saint Pius X oﬀers a safe, caring environment that allows students to meet the fullness of their potential through the belief that school is more than a place to learn but a community of people united for the development of students. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Mathematics; science; language arts; social studies; physical education; foreign language, including middle school language lab; music and art. TUITION: $4,309, one child (parishioner); $7,150, two children (parishioner); $8,669, three or more children (parishioner); $4,935, preschool (parishioner); $6,703, kindergarten through eighth grade (non-parishioner). ADMISSIONS: School tour, interview and transcripts required. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 16-1 FINANCIAL AID: Available to practicing Catholic families who qualify. UNIFORMS: Yes

The San Miguel School of Tulsa 2444 E. Admiral Blvd., 918-728-7337 www.sanmigueltulsa.org Founded in 2004, The San Miguel School of Tulsa is focused on empowering educationally and economically disadvantaged children in a non-tuition-driven, faith-based education environment. FACILITIES: Eight classrooms with SMART boards, a library/conference room and a common area for meals. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Literacy-focused, diverse, ﬂipped-classroom, faith-based Lasallian education. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Core classes with emphasis on literacy, Title I tutors and reaction to intervention. TUITION: $1,000 per year fee based on family, though not tuition-driven ADMISSIONS: All families must meet federal guidelines for the free and reduced lunch program. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 12-1 FINANCIAL AID: Not tuition based UNIFORMS: Yes School of Saint Mary 1365 E. 49th Place, 918-749-9361 www.schoolofsaintmary.com Opened in 1954, the School of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic parish school that aims to provide its students with a quality education while integrating their spiritual, academic, moral, social, physical and emotional needs. FACILITIES: Two-story building with school library and media center. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Traditional instruction for kindergarten through eighth grade. Continued on p. 64

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DRIVING AMBITION.” An avid golfer, Arjun is nationally ranked and recently finished 12th in an American Junior Golf Association tournament. He says that Holland Hall has uniquely prepared him to be a college student-athlete. “It’s rigorous,” he says. “It’s demanding. The modular schedule teaches you to manage your time. That’s important because when you go to tournaments, the work can pile up, and you have to be ready to handle it.” With this balanced approach, Arjun even found time to establish a golf-related charity, named after his grandmother, to help feed and educate Ugandan orphans.

– Arjun R., Holland Hall Junior

Make sure your education is on par with your potential. Contact Olivia Martin, Director of Admission, at

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Holland Hall 5666 East 81st Street, Tulsa • 918.481.1111 www.hollandhall.org

olland Hall, an Episcopalian private school founded in 1922, offers students in grades Pre-K-12 a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum. A strong moral foundation accompanies the rigorous academics, while over 100 faculty members for fewer than 1,000 students foster an individualized atmosphere of encouragement. Holland Hall strives to prepare students for a successful transition into competitive post-secondary education. Challenging classes foster the higher-level thinking skills and self-discipline correlated with high achievement: 99 percent of graduates matriculate at four-year colleges and universities. The school’s unofficial motto is “more ‘I will’ than IQ,” since self-discipline yields better results than talent alone. Year Founded............................................................................. 1922 Enrollment ................................................................................... 996 Student-Faculty Ratio................................................................9-to-1 Grades .................................................................... Pre-K-12th grade

AREAS OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION Holland Hall provides a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts college-preparatory curriculum. 99 percent of Holland Hall graduates attend postsecondary education.

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PROGRAMS OFFERED: Traditional curriculum, foreign language, physical education, computers, art, music and religion. TUITION: $4,745, one child (parishioner); $8,033, two children (parishioner); $10,660, three children (parishioner); $12,650, four children (parishioner); $5,848 per child (non-parishioners). ADMISSIONS: Placement test and interview with principal. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1, kindergarten, first and second grades; all other grades have a maximum of 30 students with a teacher’s aide. FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Solid Foundation Preparatory Academy 4025 N. Hartford Ave., 918-794-7800 www.sfpaeagles.com Solid Foundation Preparatory Academy offers a first-rate Christian academic program for students from pre-K through fifth grade. It provides a rigorous, arts-infused curriculum and a stimulating environment conducive to intellectual growth and character development. The school also builds the foundation for students to become lifelong learners. FACILITIES: One-story facility with multipurpose classrooms, a computer lab and a large outside play area. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Solid Foundation offers Christian-based curriculum, high expectations and love for all students, while providing a sound, well-rounded educational program in which students are prepared to be academically and socially ready for the next level of academia. The small classroom sizes allow teachers to offer individual assistance to each student in need. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Language arts, math, reading, social studies, science, fine arts, physical education, computers and an extensive life skills program. TUITION: $5,100, pre-K; $4,800, kindergartenfifth grade. ADMISSIONS: Application submission, assessment and interview. OPEN HOUSES: Call to make an appointment. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: Based on grade, 12-1 to 16-1. FINANCIAL AID: No UNIFORMS: Yes Summit Christian Academy 200 E. Broadway Ave., Broken Arrow 918-251-1997, www.sca-eagles.com Established in 1987 as a ministry of The Assembly at Broken Arrow, Summit Christian Academy provides a Christ-centered education that pursues spiritual, academic, artistic and athletic excellence, training students to serve Christ as they impact their world for Christ. FACILITIES: Separate buildings for elementary and secondary students, multiple classrooms, a fully equipped science lab, two computer labs, library, large auditorium, gymnasium, weight room, two playgrounds and Summit Park, which is a 55-acre sports complex located at East 138th Street and South Garnett Road and is the home field for football, baseball and soccer. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Summit Christian Academy provides a traditional education from a biblical worldview for kindergarten through 12th grade. PROGRAMS OFFERED: AP courses, drama, physical education, vocal music, computers, visual arts, library, various athletics, Spanish and photography.

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TUITION: $5,045, kindergarten; $5,711, firstsixth grade; $6,195, seventh and eighth grade; $6,497, ninth-12th grade ADMISSIONS: Family interview; interview application available online at www.sca-eagles.com. OPEN HOUSES: Call to set up a private educational consultation and tour. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 16-1, first-12th grade; 15-1, kindergarten. FINANCIAL AID: Available to those who qualify. UNIFORMS: Yes Town and Country School 8906 E. 34th St., 918-296-3113 www.tandcschool.org Founded in 1961, Town and Country is Oklahoma’s only state-accredited, non-public, full-day first12th grade program specifically designed to meet the needs of children with learning differences, attention and autism spectrum disorders. The school’s mission is to improve the lives of students with learning differences by providing a nurturing environment for academic, social and personal growth. FACILITIES: A 72,000-square-foot campus sitting on 10 acres. The building has four pods — one each for elementary, middle and high school, and one for special education. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Focus on improving critical academic, personal and social skills for optimal functioning in school, family and community environments. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Language arts, math, social studies, science, computers, music, art and physical education. Town and Country provides certified special educators, individualized assessment and curriculum, specialized reading programs, speech and language therapy, social skills and life skills curriculum, college-bound educational path and transitional careers. The school also partners with Tulsa Technology Center to provide additional classes for Upper School students. TUITION: Available on request. ADMISSIONS: Town and Country admits only those students with a primary diagnosis of a learning difference with an average IQ. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 6-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: Yes Tulsa Adventist Academy 900 S. New Haven Ave., 918-834-1107 www.tulsaacademy.org This accredited private Christian school is committed to providing quality “whole person” — physical, mental and spiritual — education to children in pre-K-12th grade. With nearly 100 years of offering Christian education to Tulsa children, Tulsa Adventist Academy is open to people of all faiths who want an advanced academic program in a setting that promotes a Christian lifestyle. FACILITIES: One-story building with school library, computer lab, science facilities, gymnasium and outdoor play area. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Tulsa Adventist Academy implements small class sizes to allow teachers to personally know and minister to each student’s unique learning style and academic needs. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Science, English, mathematics, fine arts and performing arts, international student program, weekly chapels, girls’ and boys’ athletics, Spanish, computers and physical education. TUITION: $4,600, pre-K-sixth grade; $5,500,

seventh and eighth grades; $6,000, ninth-12th grades. ADMISSIONS: Family interview, tour, registration fee, entrance test and recommendations. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: No Undercroft Montessori School 3745 S. Hudson Ave., 918-622-2890 www.undercroft.org Undercroft Montessori is a nonprofit private school serving children ages 3-15, providing an authentic Montessori education with a commitment to academic excellence; independence in thought and action; critical and collaborative thinking; and compassion and respect for self, community and the world. FACILITIES: Fully-equipped classrooms with gardens and covered patios outside each class. Natural playscape provides unique play area for all ages. Middle school garden includes green house and chicken coop. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Montessori PROGRAMS OFFERED: Rich academic curriculum, art, music, steel drums, rock band, physical education, Spanish, reading/speech therapy, before- and after-school care, and afterschool enrichment classes. TUITION ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED: $6,000, primary half day; $8,995, primary full day (with or without nap); $9,485, Lower Elementary; $9,730, Upper Elementary; $9,470, Middle School. ADMISSIONS: Includes application, review of prior school records and student interview to determine readiness for school and, for older students, ability to successfully transition to Montessori learning environment. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 11-1 FINANCIAL AID: Available after first year of enrollment based on financial need. UNIFORMS: No University School at The University of Tulsa 326 S. College Ave., 918-631-5060 www.utulsa.edu/uschool University School is a private school serving academically talented children ages 3 through eighth grade. The school strives to serve as a national model of excellence in pre-college education. FACILITIES: Two-story building on the TU campus with a gymnasium, library, indoor play area, five common areas, paved and covered outdoor picnic areas and a butterfly garden. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Curriculum tailored to nurture gifted children. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Music, computers, physical education, science, mathematics, library, Spanish, Chinese, art and extracurricular clubs such as computer programing, robotics, chess, MathCounts and Academic Bowl. TUITION: $10,005-$10,520, Early Primary and Primary 1, 2 and 3 (Plans A-C); $10,230-$10,630, Intermediate 1 and 2 and Older Intermediate 5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plans A-C); $5,515-$10,520, Early Childhood (two-day to five-day Plans A-C). ADMISSIONS: IQ testing, application and application fee. Call to schedule tour. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 5-1 FINANCIAL AID: Yes UNIFORMS: No

Victory Christian School 7700 S. Lewis Ave., 918-491-7720 www.vcstulsa.org Victory is one of Oklahoma’s largest private Christian schools, serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade. FACILITIES: A 130,000-square-foot building with labs, specialty rooms for art and vocal music, an activity center, indoor track, library, outdoor stadium and indoor creative play center. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Traditional, special needs, fast-track, pre-AP and AP courses available. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Balanced program of academics, fine arts, performing arts and more than 68 sports teams. TUITION: $5,124, K3-K5 regular day; $2,995, K3K5 half day; $5,723, elementary; $5,950, middle school; $6,240, high school. ADMISSIONS: Open to families who agree with the school’s vision. Visit school website for open house schedule. STUDENTTEACHER RATIO: 15-1 FINANCIAL AID: Multi-child discounts available. UNIFORMS: No; dress code enforced. Wright Christian Academy 11391 E. Admiral Place, 918-438-0922 www.wrightchristianacademy.com Wright Christian Academy is a nondenominational, private college-preparatory school that for 25 years has provided first-rate college preparatory education to its students, with 98 percent of graduates moving on to college. FACILITIES: More than 62,000 square feet of building space on 10 acres with a performing arts auditorium, library, laboratory and gymnasium. EDUCATIONAL APPROACH: Preparing students in pre-K through 12th grade for college. PROGRAMS OFFERED: Concurrent enrollment at Tulsa Community College and Oral Roberts University (juniors and seniors), English, history, mathematics, science, art, Spanish, college-prep classes, football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, daily Bible classes and weekly chapel, electives, mission trips, community service and New Life Ranch. TUITION WITH FEES: $4,750, pre-K; $4,685, kindergarten-fifth grade; $4,985, sixth grade; $5,300, seventh and eighth grades; $5,700, ninth12th grades. ADMISSIONS: Application, immunization record, transcripts, admissions testing for third through 12th grade, family interview and campus tour. OPEN HOUSE: 6-8 p.m., Feb. 19. FINANCIAL AID: Limited UNIFORMS: Yes

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P  ’      my part, but I’ve stopped referring to Valentine’s Day as VD. Whatever the reason, I think it’s time to retire my annual I-hate-Cupid façade that has poorly masked my self-pity at being single for yet another Feb. 14. The past couple of years, I’ve actually come to embrace singlehood — or, at least, acknowledge it. Maybe even patting it on the back sometimes — but not fist-bumping because I always feel like one of the Wonder Twins when someone comes at me for a fist bump. Like, “Wonder Twin powers, activate! Form something that looks ridiculous when done by white men in their late 30s!” (For the record, I never said I was surprised I was single.) Crazy aside, I’ve decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day without a trace of facetiousness. Well, not heaps of it; just a sprinkle of it, heavier on the sincerity and — if you’ll please pardon — some reflection on holidays past. I kinda miss my elementary school years, when teachers would have us fashion valentine cardholders from colored construction paper and Crayola markers. Mom and Dad would take me to the K&B drugstore the night before my class Valentine’s party to pick out a bag of cards, then home to write each classmate’s name on one of them — even the class bully. OK, maybe that part I don’t miss. Mamaw, God rest her soul, would sometimes buy the grandkids little heart-shaped boxes of Russell Stover chocolates, pieces of which my brother and I would bite into carefully in case we encountered a maple or strawberry filling in one of them. Lord, I wish I were that picky about chocolates now. My only two true valentines — as in living, breathing love interests, not Hallmark cards — came in 1998 and 2007, the latter year being

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memorable as it involved a trip to Florida and my first conch salad — which, no offense to my ex, was a highlight of our relationship. Now, a nearly 40-year-old porch-swingin’ single, I’m toying with the idea of taking myself out for Valentine’s Day — in a nice, non-mob hit kind of way. I used to take myself out on “date nights,” as I so cleverly called them 10-plus years ago. My favorite thing was going to The Chalkboard for escargot and a chocolate martini or to White River Fish Market for flounder or sea bass. But if dining out is tantamount to Valentine’s Day, I’ve been living most nights of my week like it’s Feb. 14 for a long time. So, maybe this needs to be a dine-in experience. After all, I have an oven that works now, so I may as well use it.

I could even go as far as inviting other singles to join me, which would necessitate a manic cleaning weekend — but may be worth it. Instead of romantic comedies, we could watch horror flicks like “My Bloody Valentine.” What dish would one pair with that, though? Maybe I’ll bake heart-shaped cookies with short phrases drawn in frosting like “Bite Me.” That’s not bitter, by the way. But I might just have to sneak in an “Enjoy Your VD” into the cookie pile. tþ A Mississippi native, Jason Ashley Wright has called Tulsa home since 1998. He spends his free time finishing a novel, contemplating his next meal and hanging with his Maine Coon, Ali Tabouli.

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Branson, Missouri, offers plentiful activities for weekend travelers. by ANNE BROCKMAN

B, M,       100 years. Originally it was Marvel Cave, located beneath present-day Silver Dollar City, that drew crowds. It was not until 1954 that Branson made its mark on the entertainment industry when Red Foley began hosting TV’s “Ozark Jubilee.” Today, Branson is known as an entertainment and theatrical showpiece for this region. Located in the heart of the Ozarks, Branson is a 3 1/2-hour drive from Tulsa. Whether it’s musical entertainment, thrilling rides, connecting with nature or just getting away from it all, Branson fits the bill.

Silver Dollar City With five roller coasters, plenty of family-friendly rides, a slew of entertainment venues and all-around good fun, Silver Dollar City is a favorite attraction once the temperature warms. The park opens for the 2015 season in April (with some weekends in March), and a number of festivals and events are already on its schedule. This spring marks the debut of Fireman’s Landing, an $8 million development featuring 10 new family adventures. FireFall is the most thrill-seeking of these, where riders take an 8-story free-fall drop. 399 Silver Dollar City Parkway, 800-475-9370, www.silverdollarcity.com

Live entertainment Branson is dubbed the live entertainment capital of the world, and with more than 100 shows we can see why. There seems to be something for just about any taste or style. Retro rock and roll? Yes. Mainstream country? You got it. How about some comedy acts or a hypnotist? Sure. Many limited engagements and one-night-only events take place throughout the year, too. Visit www.branson.com for a complete list of upcoming performances.

Chateau on the Lake Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa is just the place for relaxation. With lakefront surroundings, this AAA Four Diamond Resort offers a picturesque getaway for couples and families. Guest amenities include a fitness center, outdoor and indoor pools, tennis courts, a full-service marina and a 14,000-square-foot European spa. Have a one-of-a-kind dining experience with a five-course meal at the Chef ’s Table, located inside the Chateau Grille’s kitchen. 415 N. State Highway 265, 417-334-1161, www.chateauonthelake.com

Table Rock Lake State Park A short 15-minute jaunt from Branson, Table Rock Lake State Park is a nature lover’s wonderland. Choose from camping, mountain biking, boating and even scuba diving. I prefer to lace up my boots and hike one of the park’s three trails — Chinquapin, Table Rock Lakeshore and the White River Valley, an award-winning multi-use trail. Their difficulty and distance varies, but all offer a picturesque experience in the Ozark Mountains. 5272 State Highway 165, 417-334-4704, www.mostateparks.com/park/table-rock-state-park

Shopping If the fun and festivities of Branson don’t wear you out, take a trip to one of the city’s numerous shopping centers. Several outlet malls feature dozens upon dozens of stores with plenty of great deals. The 95-acre Branson Landing’s retail, dining, residential and tourism venues are a must-see. Peruse the open-air market of the Grand Village Shops, home to a number of one-of-a-kind stores, including Lori’s Soap Market. It’s a great place to find handmade bath products — a perfect parting gift for someone back home. www.bransonlanding.com, www.grandvillageshops.com tþ

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Holly Drewry and Chase Turner SEPT. 13, 2014 Tulsans Turner and Drewry first met in 2001 at The University of Tulsa, but it took a second encounter at the school’s 2010 homecoming for the pair to begin dating. After three years, Turner, a distribution scheduler for NGL Energy Partners, proposed to Drewry, director of account management at People Strategy, at Christmas in front of many friends. TU’s Sharp Chapel was the ceremony venue, and a reception followed at the Mayo Hotel. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour, followed by a plated dinner and dancing. P  C H 

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In 2004, Bishop Kelley High School students Stone and Patterson met in speech class. Five years later, the pair reconnected at a tailgate party. (Score one for love.) Stone popped the question after the couple’s fourth anniversary. He planned to propose in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, but once he had the ring, he couldn’t wait two weeks. As Patterson came home from work, Stone was on bended knee with flowers and Champagne.

For Cannon and Lancaster, a blind date turned out to be true love. Cannon, originally from Allen, Texas, fell for the Broken Arrow native and, after a three-year courtship, proposed on the couple’s anniversary. Cannon is an oil, sales and service representative for Safety Kleen. Lancaster is a hairdresser at Casey Winner Salon. The couple wed in front of approximately 200 guests in a rustic, country-themed ceremony and reception at Tulsa’s PostOak Lodge.

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Paige Jones and Keith Moore DEC. 13, 2014 Jones and Moore met at Oklahoma State University, fell in love and moved to Tulsa after graduation to begin their careers. Moore surprised Jones with a breakfast proposal on Sept. 28, 2013. “We then went to celebrate,” Jones says. “I found that Keith had planned a surprise engagement party with all our closest family and friends.” The couple, who both work for Bank of Oklahoma, married at First Presbyterian Church. A reception followed at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. P  E F P

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I         is more unusual than the average hosta or fern, consider the Alexandrian or Poet’s Laurel. Legend says it may have been the plant used as a crowning wreath on the heads of exemplary orators, athletes and poets in Greek and Roman times. And it has many pluses for the gardener. It “is a unique, long-lived, evergreen shrub with few if any cultural problems and deserves wider use,” says Dr. Bill Welch, professor and extension horticulturist at Texas A&M University. It is drought-tolerant after establishment and pest-free. It works in beds or containers and is excellent for the landscape with its shiny evergreen foliage and marble-sized red-orange berries. Introduced into cultivation from Northern Iran in 1713, the plant was revered in America’s Colonial period and became popular in Southern gardens. A planting flanks the tree-shaded gates at the Governor’s Palace in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. I became familiar with the plant in the garden of Tulsa landscape designer Steve Williams. He purchased a plant 11 years ago when visiting the nursery at Colonial Williamsburg. About six years ago, I also planted some. Both our plantings are semi-mature and now bear 1/4-inch diameter red-orange fruits in November. These endure until spring unless eaten by birds or wildlife. Alexandrian or Poet’s Laurel’s botanical name is Danae racemosa (synonym for Ruscus racemosa). In Greek mythology, Danae was the daughter of Acrisius, King of Agros. He was warned Danae would bear a son who would kill him.

Zeus, king of the Olympian gods, discovered her and fathered her son Perseus. In fear, King Acrisius put his daughter and grandson in a wooden box and cast them into the sea. Perseus escaped, matured and accidently killed his grandfather King Acrisius when practicing with the discus. Poet’s Laurel is closely related to asparagus, and its new growth appears all at once and looks like asparagus spears. Its maximum height is 36 inches tall and as wide, with stems growing in an upward arching habit away from the plant’s crown. Poet’s Laurel grows and spreads slowly into larger clumps by rhizomes, but it is not invasive. The lance-like evergreen foliage is a glossy emerald green of 4-inch long leaves. But the flowers are small and insignificant. Plant this evergreen in partial or full shade because sun will discolor the foliage. It likes a moist, well-drained soil. Neither Williams nor I have experienced any winter damage on our plants over the years. The stems and foliage make beautiful arrangements. In fact, it is a choice green material used by florists. A few years ago, I saw Poet’s Laurel as greenery decoration in a Reasor’s deli case. At first I thought it was plastic, but the attendant let me examine it. That greenery lasted and looked fresh for weeks and weeks in the display. But don’t look for it at a big box store. To obtain this plant, you may need to ask your local nursery to order it, or purchase it yourself (see below). tþ Russell Studebaker is a professional horticulturist, book author and garden writer in Tulsa and can be reached at russell.studebaker@cox.net.

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I      . Emotion plays a key role, too, according to Tracy Huntington, owner of Element 360 Design. Huntington tapped into both when she was tasked with Gina and Barney Watkins’ whole-home redesign inspired by a specific destination: the beach. “It’s an emotion,” she says, describing the calming aspects of the destination. “That emotion is what we tapped into. They wanted a getaway, but it is their main home.” Huntington used black, white and a range of silvers incorporated into geometric and stylistic designs to create a comfortable yet glamorous vibe.

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“The purpose wasn’t to be beachy,” says the designer, who opted for a less literal interpretation. “I used light modern accents with hints of black throughout.” The remodel focused on the interior of the 1980s home as the exterior already included an extensive outdoor living area and poolside cabana. The Tulsa-area home’s destination for relaxation and camaraderie is the family room. This massive space took priority as the spot for watching football and entertaining. Seating for 10 includes an expansive cream leather sectional and a collection of club chairs in various shades of gray and black and white

patterns atop white marble floors and area rugs. Black lacquer end tables flank the cream couch, and plush pillows provide a textural juxtaposition that perfectly suits the masculine feel Huntington wanted. “We try to find something special to fit in each room,” she says of her design method. For the family room, that piece is a Studio A metal cylindrical lamp perched in the corner. Light from the lamp and windows allows the sheen from the Highland Court drapes, glossy tables and marble floor to radiate throughout the space. If the couple is not entertaining in the family room, they are welcoming guests into their forTulsaPeople.com

mal dining and living areas. Impressive 12-foot ceilings command the space. Numerous chandeliers of all shapes and sizes — from silver drums and crystal to metallic starburst and ocean-inspired models — are featured throughout the home. A 6-foot crystal chain-link chandelier adds sparkle and glamour to the entryway. Huntington says she used chandeliers throughout the home to capture Gina’s spirit. “Her emotion and passion can’t be contained, so I translated that energy into the home with chandeliers,” Huntington says. The master suite has a soothing atmosphere, melding hues of soft peach and lime, two of Gina’s favorite colors, with mild off-white tones. Huntington chose Sherwin Williams’ Nearly Peach for the ceiling color. “It casts a beautiful glow,” she says. The neutral bed linens from The Dolphin balance the natural texture and color in the linen-upholstered Hickory Chair headboard. The texture is mimicked in finishes of the bedside table and sitting room side table. The sitting room is one of the most-used spaces in the home, according to Huntington, so it was important to make it a comfortable place where Gina would continue to read, watch TV and play with the couples’ two dogs. As empty nesters, the homeowners wanted to update their home to their current style and needs. The three former bedrooms of their children were updated into a closet for her, a gym for him and a guest room. All the rooms were updated in the same vein — soothing, sleek and glamorous — creating the perfect dream home destination. tþ

A remodel of the master bathroom was included in the project.

The master bedroom sitting area is a favorite spot for the homeowners. Studio 360 Design used a palette of cream, peach and lime to blend the new design with the homeowners’ preferred colors. 80

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Most of the 3,200-square-foot home was reimagined with a new color scheme. The dining room (top right) features reupholstered furniture to complement the new scheme. Chandeliers, like the one in the entry way (bottom right), bring in the energy and passion of the homeowner, according to Huntington. Neutral textiles in the master bedroom (bottom left) and formal living room (top left) collaborate with metallic accents for a calm, yet modern, aesthetic. TulsaPeople.com

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H        for men and women in the United States. Unfortunately, this is not breaking news or even current news. This has been the case for several years, perhaps decades. In fact, heart disease continues to remain on the rise. According to the American Heart Association, an estimated 84 million American adults have one or more types of cardiovascular disease. Over half are estimated to be age 60 and above. In addition, about 66 percent of cardiovascular disease deaths occur in people age 75 and older, and about 80 percent of people who die of coronary heart disease are age 65 or older. So, what is heart disease? It’s the term given to a group of health conditions that affect the heart. In the United States, the most common form is called coronary artery disease (CAD), which actually leads to coronary heart disease (CHD), although the terms are often used interchangeably. CAD is often responsible for serious cardiovascular events such as a heart attack, heart failure, chest pain and irregular heartbeat, also called arrhythmia. In this advanced age of technology and medical breakthroughs, why does heart disease remain so prevalent in our society? Why haven’t these statistics changed? “Yes, there have been medical breakthroughs that can help us repair a damaged heart, prolong life and decrease complications from heart disease,” says Dr. Eugene J. Ichinose, cardiologist for the Oklahoma Heart Institute. “But precaution to prevent heart disease remains essential in maintaining the quality of life.” “Medicine is only going to do so much,” says Dr. Richard Kacere, cardiologist at St. John Medical Center. “It is ultimately the patient’s responsibility on whether or not they are willing to make the necessary lifestyle changes to improve their health.” TulsaPeople.com

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Fourteen years ago, Craig Blackstock suffered from ventricular fibrillation, a serious cardiac rhythmic disturbance. Today, the 71-year-old has been problem-free by making lifestyle changes and with the help of modern medicine under the care of Dr. Richard Kacere.

Kacere and Ichinose agree that in today’s society, most people just want a quick fix instead of taking the steps necessary to adjust their lifestyle. “There is no fast road to good health,” Kacere says. “That is why it is ultimately up to the patient on whether or not they get better. Lifestyle changes can be difficult, and the patient has got to be willing to work on them.” He also sees the abundance of fast food restaurants with highly processed food high in sugar and fats as a big part of the problem. “People want fast and convenient,” Kacere says. “Fast food has become so accessible to the masses, and it is literally killing us.” Ichinose also touts the benefits of good, oldfashioned diet and exercise. “Don’t underestimate the power of food and exercise,” Ichinose says. “It is clear that a Mediterranean diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in red meat has a beneficial effect on heart disease. “Studies have also shown that as little as 10 minutes of walking per day can also have a positive effect on heart health.”

HEART DISEASE IN SENIORS “Seniors are more at risk because we are seeing the effects of years of bad habits,” Kacere says. “It’s a cumulative effect, so if you smoked and drank in your 20s and 30s, the damage may not show up until you are in your 60s or 70s.” According to Ichinose, seniors also have less physiological reserve, (a longer exposure to other disease processes) which makes the recovery process more arduous. “For example, a 40-year-old with a heart attack, lung disease from years of smoking and mild kidney disease will be able to recover much more quickly than an 80-year-old with similar diseases,” Ichinose says. Taking too many medications is another risk to the senior population. It’s a concept called polypharmacy, the use of more medications than one needs. Kacere says the likelihood of polypharmacy increases as people age. “When seniors take too many medicines at the same time, they can end up harming themselves,” he says. “When they see several

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doctors for different ailments, it is imperative that the doctors are all communicating with each other to avoid this problem.” Ichinose encourages seniors to not give up on reaching their goals, even ones they had when they were much younger. “No matter your age, don’t give up on achieving your ideal body weight,” he says. “Also, don’t give up on quitting smoking. It’s not too late. Making changes even at an older age can have a huge impact on decreasing your risk of heart disease or stabilizing a condition you may already have.” “I always tell my patients that the less you do, the less you will be able to do,” Kacere says. “The more active you are, the fewer problems you will have, and it really is as simple as that.” But even after years of bad habits, it is not too late to make changes. Tulsan Craig Blackstock can attest to this. Fourteen years ago, Blackstock’s son found him unconscious on the floor of a parking garage. Fortunately, his son had just completed his training to be a reserve deputy, during which he was certified in CPR. Blackstock’s son was able to save his life — something he does not take for granted. “I know how lucky I was,” says Blackstock, now 71. “I feel like a got a second chance at life, so it was a wakeup call for me.”

Blackstock suffered from ventricular fibrillation, which according to the American Heart Association is the most serious cardiac rhythm disturbance. The heart’s electrical activity becomes disordered, causing the lower chamber to quiver and renders the heart unable to pump any blood. With the help of modern medicine and lifestyle changes, Blackstock, a patient of Kacere’s, has been problem free since that scary day 14 years ago. “I feel great,” says Blackstock, who now only sees Kacere once a year. “Dr. Kacere has helped me become more conscious of what I eat and helped me get started on an exercise program.” Blackstock rides his bike and lifts weights to keep himself healthy. “However, I just ordered the big daddy of all exercise programs,” says Blackstock. “The P90X (an intense 90-day home fitness system). Dr. Kacere will be proud of me.” Blackstock also mentioned the importance of finding the right doctor. “Dr. Kacere takes the time to really explain things to me and makes me feel like I am the most important person in the world when I am meeting with him,” Blackstock says. “I know he really cares about me and how I am doing. I can’t think of a better trait to have in a doctor.” tþ

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TIPS FOR HEART DISEASE PREVENTION:

GET ENOUGH EXERCISE. This means at least 30 minutes of exercise almost every day of the week. QUIT SMOKING. If you do smoke, it’s time to quit. EAT A HEARTHEALTHY DIET. Load up on fresh fruits and vegetables while limiting saturated fats, salt and foods containing cholesterol, like fatty meats. Reach for fish and lean poultry instead. WATCH YOUR NUMBERS. Get regular check-ups to monitor health conditions that affect the heart, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, and make sure they’re under control with medication. REDUCE YOUR ALCOHOL INTAKE. Excess alcohol consumption can worsen health conditions that contribute to heart disease like blood pressure, arrhythmias and high cholesterol levels. Moderation is defined as no more than two drinks per day for men or one drink per day for women. MINIMIZE STRESS IN YOUR LIFE. Stress can compound many heart disease risks that seniors already face, steering them toward an unhealthy lifestyle. Find healthy outlets and stress management techniques and lower your heart disease risk. WATCH YOUR WEIGHT. Too many pounds can add up to increased heart disease risk. To help prevent heart disease, maintain a healthy body weight. Source: American Heart Association

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ANESTHESIOLOGY David L. Akers St. John Medical Center Department of Anesthesia 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2333 John L. Aldridge Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Scott E. Ames Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 William P. Bailey Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 James S. (Jim) Day Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital Olympia Anesthesia 6901 S. Olympia Ave. 918-388-5723

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Jonathan D. Friend St. John Medical Center Department of Anesthesia 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2333

Mark Waller St. John Medical Center Department of Anesthesia 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2333

Richard C. Slagle Warren Clinic Cardiology of Tulsa 6151 S. Yale Ave., Suite A100 918-494-8500

Glenn Pete Dosser Warren Professional Building, Suite 522 6465 S. Yale Ave. 918-492-8301

Thomas D. Gillock Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

William Watson II St. John Medical Center Department of Anesthesia 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2333

Michael Spain Warren Clinic Cardiology of Tulsa 6151 S. Yale Ave., Suite A100 918-494-8500

Lawrence J. Gregg Tulsa Dermatology Clinic 2121 E. 21st St. 918-749-2261

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE Kent Woolard Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY Craig S. Johnson Surgical Associates 2448 E. 81st St., Suite 1100 918-505-3400

R. Douglas Ensley Warren Clinic Cardiology of Tulsa 6151 S. Yale Ave., Suite A100 918-494-8500

DERMATOLOGY Lynn A. Anderson Midtown Dermatology Herman Kaiser Medical Building, Suite 702 1725 E. 19th St. 918-728-3100

Rainer Kohrs Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Dennis W. Morris Associated Anesthesiologists 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Richard W. Smarinsky St. John Medical Center Department of Anesthesia 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2333

Charles William McEntee Warren Clinic Department of Cardiology 6151 S. Yale Ave., Suite 1304 918-494-5300

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From Left to Right: Mark Olsen, MD, PhD, Daron Street, MD, FACOG, Y.C. Choo, MD, John Lohrey, MD, Alan Keller, MD, FACP, Edward Yob, DO, Michael Gold, MD, Charles Strnad, MD To win the battle over cancer, you need a strong team fighting for you. For over 40 years our staff has worked together to deliver the best in quality cancer care for our patients. Every year Best Doctors, Inc. asks physicians to identify the doctors they consider to be leaders in their field. Tulsa Cancer Institute is proud to have eight physicians make the Best Doctors list this year, more than any other cancer treatment center in the area. Together our team implements the latest technologies and provides the most compassionate care, all close to home. Tulsa Cancer Institute has locations in Tulsa, Bartlesville, McAlester and Stillwater. We offer tours at all our facilities anytime during open hours. Visit tciok.org to learn more.

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Continued from p. 102 Trudy Milner St. John Clinic 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Lower Level, Suite 100 918-748-7890 Donald R. Seidel Tulsa Dermatology Clinic 2121 E. 21st St. 918-749-2261 Edward H. Yob Tulsa Cancer Institute Skin Cancer Center SouthCrest Medical Plaza 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 335 918-307-0215 ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM Barbara A. Baker Warren Clinic Department of Endocrinology Springer Building, Second Floor 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3140 Ralph J. Duda Jr. Oklahoma Heart Institute 1265 S. Utica Ave., Suite 101 918-592-0999 FAMILY MEDICINE Curtis Coggins OMNI Medical Group 402 W. Morrow Road, Sand Springs 918-245-1328 John K. Gearhart Utica Park Clinic Department of Family Medicine 6528 E. 101st St., Suite I 918-392-5588 Brent W. Laughlin St. John Clinic Department of Family Medicine 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 404 918-748-7640

Robert Allan Paulsen St. John Clinic 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Lower Level, Suite 100 918-748-7890

Jon P. Cox St. John Clinic 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 402 918-748-7877 Janis Finer Saint Francis Hospital Division of Hospital Medicine 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-502-1900

Charles Clayton Powell St. John Family Medical Care 7501 S. Riverside Parkway 918-710-4200

Stephen J. Gawey St. John Medical Center Department of Internal Medicine 1819 E. 19th St., Suite 302 918-742-0552

GERIATRIC MEDICINE Insung Kim Warren Clinic Department of Geriatric Medicine 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3650

Robert B. Hauger Warren Clinic Department of Internal Medicine 6600 S. Yale Ave., Suite 600 918-491-5990

INFECTIOUS DISEASE James Hutton St. John Medical Center Department of Infectious Disease 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-3424 William J. Lewis Inter I.D. Kelly Building, Suite 812 6565 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9486

T. Karl Hoskison Oklahoma University Physicians Hospitalist Program Department of Internal Medicine 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3467 John E. Hubner Hubner Health Internal Medicine Specialists 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 1100 918-742-5533

Mark D. Rowland Inter I.D. Kelly Building, Suite 812 6565 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9486

Mike L. Hubner St. John Medical Center Department of Internal Medicine Williams Building, Suite 1100 2000 S. Wheeling Ave. 918-712-8111

INTERNAL MEDICINE James K. Bailey Warren Clinic Department of Internal Medicine William Medical Building, Suite 1150 6585 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9425

Martina Jelley University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine Department of Internal Medicine 4502 E. 41st St. 918-619-4173

David M. Nierenberg St. John Medical Center Department of Internal Medicine 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 501 918-745-6990 Joe Lyndle Reese Warren Clinic Department of Internal Medicine William Medical Building, Suite 1150 6585 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9425 Ronald Barry Saizow Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Internal Medicine Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 Michael A. Weisz Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Internal Medicine Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4175 William H. Yarborough Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Internal Medicine Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4176 INTERNAL MEDICINE/ HOSPITAL MEDICINE Michael S. Gebetsberger Utica Park Clinic Department of Internal Medicine 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 230 918-392-5470 MEDICAL ONCOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY Vicki C. Baker Warren Clinic Department of Medical Oncology 11212 E. 48th St. 918-556-3000

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Alan M. Keller Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 John H. Lohrey Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Joseph P. Lynch Warren Clinic Department of Medical Oncology 11212 E. 48th St. 918-556-3000 Mark R. Olsen Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Charles Martin Strnad Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 NEPHROLOGY James E. Bourdeau Nephrology Specialists of Oklahoma 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 507 918-481-2760 Robert M. Gold Nephrology Specialists of Oklahoma 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 507 918-481-2760 Pranay Kathuria Oklahoma University Physicians Division of Nephrology and Hypertension Schusterman Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4888 Thomas C. Kenkel Nephrology Specialists of Oklahoma 1124 S. Saint Louis Ave., Suite 201 918-592-0296

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NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY James A. (Jim) Rodgers Tulsa NeuroSpine Kelly Building, Suite 709 6565 S. Yale Ave. 918-481-4965 NEUROLOGY John Ernest Cattaneo Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Neurology 591 E. 36th St. N. 918-634-7817 Ralph W. Richter St. John Medical Center Department of Neurology Holiman Building, Suite 406 1705 E. 19th St. 918-743-4374 Randall M. Webb Neurological Associates of Tulsa 8110 S. Yale Ave. 918-488-0990 OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Ray Claude Babb Jr. Hillcrest South Medical Plaza, Suite 230 8803 S. 101st E. Ave. 918-481-1200 J. Martin Beal Tulsa ObGyn Associates Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 800 918-747-9641 Judith Blackwell The Women’s Health Group The SouthCreek Medical Plaza 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 350 918-293-6200 Jennifer Butler The Women’s Health Group The SouthCreek Medical Plaza 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 350 918-293-6200

Yew Cheong Choo Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Grant Cox Tulsa ObGyn Associates Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 800 918-747-9641 Patricia A. Daily Warren Clinic Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 815 918-492-1001 Rupa K. DeSilva The Women’s Health Group The SouthCreek Medical Plaza 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 350 918-293-6200 Lynn Edward Frame Utica Women’s Specialists 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 401 918-749-1413 Paul Gehring Tulsa ObGyn Associates Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 800 918-747-9641

Lora J. Larson Saint Francis Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-2200 Teressa Joan McHenry Warren Clinic Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2605 W. Main St., Jenks 918-298-2336 Daron Gene Street Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 OPHTHALMOLOGY Gerard Jay Hunter The Eye Institute 1717 S. Utica Ave., Suite 101 918-747-0289 Ben Pettigrove II Tulsa Eye Consultants 6606 S. Yale Ave., Suite 220 918-492-4122 James F. Ronk Tulsa Eye Associates 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 215 918-492-8455

Michael Alan Gold Tulsa Cancer Institute 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

Mark J. Weiss The Eye Institute 1717 S. Utica Ave., Suite 107 918-742-2428

Gena C. Gray Tulsa ObGyn Associates Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 800 918-747-9641

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY Mark A. Capehart Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center Natalie Medical Building, Suite 301 6475 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9300

Marsha Kay Howerton-Engles 6465 S. Yale Ave., Suite 310 918-236-3000

Scott J. Dunitz Tulsa Bone and Joint Associates 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Bryan J. Hawkins Central States Orthopedic Specialists William Medical Building, Suite 200 6585 S. Yale Ave. 918-481-2767 Scott E. Rahhal Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center Natalie Medical Building, Suite 301 6475 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9300 OTOLARYNGOLOGY Stephen M. Brownlee Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose and Throat 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636 David W. White Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose and Throat 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636 PATHOLOGY Michael R. Harkey Saint Francis Hospital Department of Pathology 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-1420 PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY Rupa K. DeSilva The Women’s Health Group The SouthCreek Medical Plaza 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Suite 350 918-293-6200

PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE R. Phillip Barton Saint Francis Hospital Children’s Hospital Intensive Care 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-502-6135 PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY David H. Jelley Oklahoma University Physicians Division of Pediatric Endocrinology Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY Mark A. Capehart Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center Natalie Medical Building, Suite 301 6475 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-9300 PEDIATRIC SPECIALIST/ABUSED CHILDREN Sarah Passmore Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Pediatrics Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 PEDIATRIC SPECIALIST/CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY David L. Shadid Psychiatric Associates of Tulsa 4612 S. Harvard Ave., Suite A 918-747-5565 PEDIATRIC SPECIALIST/ NEUROLOGY, GENERAL G. Steve Miller Children’s Medical Center Department of Pediatric Neurology 1145 S. Utica Ave., Suite 262 918-579-3070

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PEDIATRIC SURGERY Subramania Jegathesan Pediatric Surgery 1705 E. 19th St., Suite 701 918-748-7878 PEDIATRICS/GENERAL Patrick J. Daley 1589 E. 19th St. 918-743-8941 Anne M. Harrington Warren Clinic Department of Pediatrics 2950 S. Elm Place, Suite 430, Broken Arrow 918-449-4061 James Patrick Hughes Warren Clinic Department of Pediatrics Springer Building, Third Floor 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3004 Kenneth Setter Pediatric and Adolescent Care Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 300 918-747-7544 Douglas W. Stewart Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Pediatrics Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 S. Sandra Wan Pediatric and Adolescent Care Williams Medical Plaza 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 300 918-747-7544

J. Perry Ward Warren Clinic Department of Pediatrics 2950 S. Elm Place, Suite 430, Broken Arrow 918-449-4061

Bryan K. Touchet Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Psychiatry Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400

PLASTIC SURGERY David M. Craig Plastic Surgery Associates of Tulsa William Medical Building, Suite 1020 6585 S. Yale Ave. 918-481-2900

RADIOLOGY Michael A. Lawless Oklahoma Life Access Mary K. Chapman Plaza 1819 E. 19th St., Suite 410 918-744-2442

Eugene B. Garber Jr. 1784 S. Utica Ave. 918-745-2117 Archibald S. Miller III Tulsa Plastic Surgery William Medical Building, Suite 315 6585 S. Yale Ave. 918-492-2282 PSYCHIATRY Gerard Clancy University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine Department of Psychiatry 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3300 Ondria C. Gleason Oklahoma University Physicians Department of Psychiatry Schusterman Center Clinic 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 Michelle Hubner Psychiatric Associates of Tulsa 4612 S. Harvard Ave., Suite A 918-747-5565 Dominic Losacco Kelly Building, Suite 706 6565 S. Yale Ave. 918-491-5767

Timothy Hepner 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 800 918-301-2505 Steven B. Katsis Surgical Associates 2448 E. 81st St., Suite 1100 918-505-3400

Steven B. Leonard Saint Francis Hospital Department of Radiology 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-1658

James B. Lockhart Jr. Surgical Associates Warren Professional Building, Suite 900 6465 S. Yale Ave. 918-481-4800

Timothy A. Lind St. John Medical Center Tulsa Radiology Associates 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2171 W. Jordan Taylor Tulsa Vascular Specialists Department of Interventional Radiology 6151 S. Yale Ave., Suite 1302 918-749-8346 Thomas Wallace White St. John Medical Center Tulsa Radiology Associates 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2171 SURGERY Justin T. Atherton 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 800 918-301-2505 Stephen Bruns 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 800 918-301-2505

John R. Frame Breast Health Specialists of Oklahoma City Plex Tower #60, 15th Floor, Suite 1500 2448 E. 81st St. 918-392-7950

Mark R. Meese Surgical Associates 2448 E. 81st St., Suite 1100 918-505-3400 Rocky Max Morgan 1725 E. 19th St., Suite 800 918-301-2505

UROLOGY Robert R. Bruce Urologic Specialists of Oklahoma 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Marc Milsten Urologic Specialists of Oklahoma 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 VASCULAR SURGERY John Blebea University of Oklahoma Division of Vascular Surgery Bernsen Medical Plaza 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 600 918-634-7500 Mark R. Meese Surgical Associates 2448 E. 81st St., Suite 1100 918-505-3400 Edwin C. Yeary II St. John’s Physicians Trauma Surgery 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 606 918-748-7676

W. Christopher Sutterfield Surgical Associates 2448 E. 81st St., Suite 1100 918-505-3400 THORACIC SURGERY Frank N. Fore Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 602 918-712-3366 Robert C. Garrett Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 602 918-712-3366

Central States Orthopedics congratulates our own Dr. Hawkins for his recognition by Best Doctors in America. Bryan J. Hawkins, MD R. Clio Robertson, MD Don L. Hawkins, MD David R. Hicks, MD James D. Cash, MD David E. Nonweiler, MD Randall L. Hendricks, MD David K. Wong, MD

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ood news: It’s lunchtime for the sharks at the Oklahoma Aquarium, and you’re invited. Great news: You’re not on the menu. The aquarium’s education staﬀ hosts monthly behind-the-scenes tours of a live shark feed — something most Tulsans will never see in person. During the tour, participants walk to the top of the shark exhibit and watch as biologists feed 15 bull sharks and four nurse sharks. This month’s tour is at 1:15 p.m., Feb. 16. The Oklahoma Aquarium is located at 300 Aquarium Drive in Jenks. Shark feed tours are limited to 15 people, and spots cannot be reserved in advance. Tours are $12, adults; and $10, children age 5 and up; plus the cost of aquarium admission. Visit www.okaquarium.org or call 918296-3474 for other shark feed tour dates. tþ

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2/13-15 Tulsa Opera’s “Romeo & Juliet” Soprano Sarah Coburn, a nationally acclaimed opera singer and Muskogee native, returns to Tulsa’s stage as Juliet in Charles Gounod’s interpretation of the Shakespearean tragedy “Romeo and Juliet.” The world-touring Coburn performed for local audiences in January 2014, when she joined the Signature Symphony and tenor George Dyer for a medley of opera classics. James D. Watts Jr. of the Tulsa World praised “her brilliantly toned and agile coloratura skills and comic abilities.” Produced in Paris in 1867, Gounod’s opera in five acts closely follows Shakespeare’s original text. A series of stunning duets, swashbuckling sword fights and Juliet’s aria, “Je veux vivre,” tell the story of the ill-fated lovers from Verona’s rival Montague and Capulet clans, according to the Tulsa Opera website. Shakespeare aficionado and Tulsa Opera veteran Stanley M. Garner will return as stage director. The opera will be sung in French with English translation provided. Performances at 7:30 p.m., Friday; and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center’s Chapman Music Hall, 110 E. Second St. Tickets range from $25-$105. Visit www.tulsaopera.com.

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2/28 “Back in My Day” Ethel and Ruth are “a pair of silver foxes of indeterminate age” and the stars of local improv show “Back in My Day,” according to the women who created and perform the sassy characters. Beth Geatches and Anna Bennett (Tulsa People’s editorial assistant) met through The University of Tulsa’s Spiked Punch Lines Improv group, which Geatches co-founded. Ethel and Ruth were born shortly after the actors let themselves into a friend’s apartment, not realizing he was in the shower. “When he emerged in his towel, we proceeded to catcall him in these weird, scratchy, old lady voices — ‘Oh, aren’t you just a tall drink of water?’ ‘Is it getting hot in here?’ and the like,” says Bennett, who plays Ethel. “And from then on, whenever we wanted to make inappropriate comments about men, we’d go into our old lady voices with one another. I’m sure people thought we were bonkers.” Geatches and Bennett also are cast members of Crayons, a family-friendly improv group that regularly performs at the Comedy Parlor. “Back in My Day” promises “ﬂashbacks, sage advice, dirty quizzes and lots of hard candy.” The show is rated for ages 18 and up. The show’s opening act starts at 8 p.m. at the Comedy Parlor, 328 E. First St. Admission is $10. Visit www.comedyparlor.com for tickets. tþ

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2/6-8 Harlem Globetrotters 2015 World Tour The BOK Center will welcome Ant, Cheese, Hacksaw and Moose — and their slam-dunking, comedic counterparts — when the worldfamous Harlem Globetrotters return to Tulsa this month. The Globetrotters began in 1926 as the Savoy Big Five, according to the team’s website. More than 20,000 games later, the team has become one of the most recognizable franchises in sports. Known for their interactive, family-friendly show, the Globetrotters’ athletic skills will entertain guests of all ages in their game against the Washington Generals. The Generals last beat the Globetrotters in 1971 and are now coached by a former member of that winning team. The team’s Tulsa appearances are two of more than 310 games in more than 250 cities in 49 U.S. states and nine Canadian provinces this year. Games at 7 p.m., Friday; and 3 p.m., Sunday, at the BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. Tickets range from $24-$120 and are available at Ticketmaster outlets, at www.bokcenter.com or by calling 1-866-726-5287.

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Cooking Up Compassion The 10th annual Cooking Up Compassion was Jan. 29 at the Cox Business Center. Tulsa chefs served appetizers at the gala, which benefited Catholic Charities. Pictured are chef Devin Levine, event Co-chairs Laurie and David Perkins, and Kevin Sartorius, executive director of Catholic Charities.

Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce The 15th annual Excelencia Awards Gala recognized Tulsa leaders, businesses and organizations for their commitment to community and diversity. Pictured are Heraclio Rosales, board chairman of the Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Miss U.S. Latina Karla Ferrari, a former Miss Oklahoma Latina; Moisés Echeverría, Hispanic Young Professional of the Year honoree; and former Miss Oklahoma Latina Izabelle Streetmaker.

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Street School More than 60 guests attended the Dec. 4 Winter Wine & Art Fundraiser benefiting Street School. Pictured at the event are Stacey Butterfield, superintendent of Jenks Public Schools; Dr. Lori McGinnis-Madland, executive director of Street School; Julie Blake, president of the Street School Board of Directors; and Elana Grissom, Director of Education for the Juvenile Bureau of the District Court. Tulsa Library Trust The 2014 Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award dinner was Dec. 5 at the Librarium. Pictured are Gary Shaffer, Tulsa City-County Library CEO; Peggy Helmerich; Ann Patchett, winner of the 2014 Helmerich Award; and Kristin Bender, chairwoman of the black-tie event.

Champagne & Chocolate The 20th annual Champagne & Chocolate Gala was a recordbreaking success to support the multiple programs of Living Arts. The 2014 event honored “20 Friends for 20 Years,” artists and patrons who have contributed to Living Arts’ success since 1994. Pictured at the event are Living Arts leaders Steve Liggett, artistic director; Wendy Thomas, board chairwoman; Lori Sears, board secretary and gala chairwoman; and Bill Copeland, owner of Glacier Chocolates, the presenting chocolatier. 114

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2/7 Icons & Idols The Tulsa Ballet fundraiser will celebrate Marcello Angelini’s 20 years as artistic director for the company. Pictured at the Icons & Idols kick-off party are event Co-chairs Jim and Suzanne Kneale; Bonnie Klein, Icons & Idols honorary chairwoman; Angelini; and Cassie Reese and Andy Kinslow, patron chairs.

2/26 Puttin’ on the Dog Rod Nordstrom, LIFE Senior Services board chairman; Ginny Schulte, LIFE board member; Denise and John Redmond, 2015 Puttin’ on the Dog co-chairs; and Laura Kenny, LIFE president and CEO, attended a Dec. 9 gift-gathering event for Puttin’ on the Dog. The annual fundraiser is Feb. 26 at the Cox Business Center.

2/28 Junior League of Tulsa “Moonlight in Morocco” is the theme of the Junior League of Tulsa’s annual Spring Gala fundraiser at the Cox Business Center. Proceeds from the event will help fund JLT’s numerous community projects. Pictured are gala Co-chair Lindsay Hunter; event honoree Joan Stauffer, a former JLT president; and gala Co-chair Ashlee Lowry.

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compiled by JUDY LANGDON Feb. 6 — National Wear Red Day Benefits American Heart Association. www. goredforwomen.org/wearredday Feb. 7 — Heart of Henry Benefits the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless. www.tulsadaycenter.org Feb. 7 — Icons & Idols Benefits Tulsa Ballet. www.iconsandidols.org Feb. 7 — Pearl Sale Benefits Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma. www.gseok.org Feb. 7 — Tulsa Heart Ball Benefits the American Heart Association. www.tulsaheartball.heart.org

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Feb. 9 — My Furry Valentine Benefits Street Cats. www.streetcatstulsa.org Feb. 11 — 2-1-1 Day of Dining Benefits 2-1-1 Helpline. www.211tulsa.org Feb. 12 — Women’s Association of Tulsa Boys’ Home Bunco Party Benefits Tulsa Boys’ Home. www.tulsaboyshome.org Feb. 13 — Mardi Gras Masquerade Benefits New Hope Oklahoma. www.newhopeoklahoma.org Feb. 14 — Pink Stiletto Soiree Benefits Susan G. Komen Tulsa. www.komentulsa.org Feb. 17 — Live United Luncheon and Awards Benefits Tulsa Area United Way. www.tauw.org/annualmeeting Feb. 20 — Golden Gala Benefits Crossroads Clubhouse. www.crossroads.org

Feb. 21 — Dance of the Two Moons Benefits Indian Health Care Resource Center’s programs for Native American youth. www.ihcrctwomoons.org. Feb. 21 — Lunar New Year Benefits Dillon International. www.dillonadopt.org Feb. 21 — Monarch Ball: Metamorphosis Benefits DVIS. www.dvis.org Feb. 21 — Red, White, Blue and Rescue Trivia Night Benefits Tulsa SPCA. www.tulsaspca.org Feb. 26 — Puttin’ on the Dog Benefits LIFE Senior Services. www.lifeseniorservices.org Feb. 27 — CASA Casino: Celebrating Gatsby and 30 Years of Advocacy Benefits Tulsa CASA. www.tulsacasa.org

Feb. 27 — Street Party 2015 Benefits Street School. www.streetschool.com Feb. 28 — 55th annual Holland Hall Book Fair Benefits Holland Hall. www.hollandhall.org Feb. 28 — Moonlight in Morocco: Spring Gala Benefits Junior League of Tulsa. www.jltulsa.org Feb. 28 — Sip for Sight Grand Wine Tasting Gala Benefits Prevent Blindness Oklahoma. www.preventblindnessok.org Feb. 28 — Tulsa Polar Plunge Benefits Special Olympics Oklahoma. www.sook.org tp

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oining what has become a national movement, the Oklahoma Historical Society is digitally archiving various media in its collection — primarily the unusual and at risk — to prevent the content from being lost forever. Discerning Oklahomans are helping the cause by donating or loaning collections directly to the archive. For example, the Woody Guthrie Center here in Tulsa recently sent a collection of audio cassettes and other materials called the Wolfenstein Research Collection to Oklahoma City so OHS Archivist JA Pryse could digitally transfer the materials. Gathered by Eugene Victor Wolfenstein, a professor of political science at the University of California from 1965-2010, and his wife, Judith, the collection includes audio recordings of Woody Guthrie’s family and friends, transcripts from the couple’s research on Guthrie, articles and correspondence with the musician. Wolfenstein donated the collection to Woody Guthrie Publications in 2003, and the items were gifted to the Woody Guthrie Center Archives in 2011. According to the WGC, the research might have been groundwork for an abandoned biography. Kate Blalack, WGC archivist, notes the collection is a “rich source of information for our scholars to build their own inquiries upon.” If the materials were not digitally transferred now, Pryse says, this in-

JA Pryse, Oklahoma Historical Society archivist, is digitally transferring various music collections to preserve them, including audio of Woody Guthrie’s family and friends. Pryse is pictured with Kate Blalack, archivist at the Woody Guthrie Center, which sent the collection to the OHS. valuable Guthrie history could face the same fate as unpreserved works that will eventually deteriorate or become inaccessible due to their outdated format. And when the information becomes accessible to the public online, researchers and enthusiasts worldwide can listen to materials once solely housed in Tulsa. During Pryse’s 2014 residency at the Smithsonian, archivists praised the OHS for its ability to digitize specialty formats in-house using some methods the Washington, D.C., museum couldn’t perform. The capabilities of the OHS are thanks largely to Oklahomans who have donated equipment to make possible specialized digitalization — a testament to the state’s musical heritage and pride.

When the OHS publicized its need for a wax cylinder phonograph, for example, Pryse says the item was donated. Another important collection that’s now digitally preserved is Bob Wills’ World War II-era glass discs, which contain rare radio recordings. The lacquer on the discs was ﬂaking when the OHS received the collection, increasing the urgency of their transfer into the modern format. The Grammy Foundation provided the historical society with a grant to do this work because one of the foundation’s priorities is to preserve music from decay. The OHS hopes to make some of the digital pieces available to the public this spring.

The historical society also has hundreds of Leon Russell recordings, photographs and more, thanks to Tulsa native Steve Todoroff’s tireless nationwide search. Jeff Moore, project director for the planned Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture (OKPOP) in Tulsa, says the digital archives ultimately will be part of the proposed museum. He hopes the Oklahoma Legislature will fund its construction this year. If you ﬁnd yourself with old albums, store them in a cool, dark place. And don’t let your local pharmacy transfer the audio to another format. The staﬀ aren’t specialists and may ruin the original. Pryse says he’s happy to answer questions about proper archiving via email at japryse@okhistory.org. Since even our current digital formats will become unrecognizable in years to come, the OHS archivists are always thinking ahead about the next way to preserve our history. Until then, search for “OHSfilm” and “OHSaudioDept” on YouTube and enjoy the society’s digitized collection of archived film, video and audio recordings. tþ Angela Chambers has experienced Oklahoma culture for most of her adult life but adds to the Sooner perspective from her time living, studying and traveling around the world.

WHAT’S HAPPENING FAT TUESDAY FESTIVITIES Dance with street performers and a jazz band at the Mardi Gras Masquerade on Feb. 13 at the Sky Loft, 15 E. Fifth St. Your indulgences will go toward a good cause: New Hope Oklahoma’s work to end intergenerational incarceration. Ten restaurants will provide food and drinks, and a live art auction will showcase painters creating works while guests bid on the developing pieces. Tickets are $100 and include an open bar, dinner and a performance by comedian Ken Rogerson. Visit www.newhope oklahoma.org/mardigras2015. 120

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“DOING THE IMPOSSIBLE” Author James Bradley, whose father, John Bradley, was one of the men photographed raising a flag on Iwo Jima in 1945, used this story to write his bestselling book, “Flags of Our Fathers.” Clint Eastwood later made the true tale into a film. Bradley will speak about ordinary people accomplishing extraordinary things during a Feb. 27 Tulsa Town Hall lecture at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center’s Chapman Music Hall, 110 E. Second St. Visit www.tulsatownhall.com.

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THE DADDYO’S, “SMOTHER YOUR BROTHER”

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After a stunning debut with last year’s “It’s A Tough World Out There for A Lonely Girl,” Tulsa shoegazers The Daddyo’s return with a stellar follow-up record, “Smother Your Brother.” It’s amazing how quickly this talented group has matured in the relatively short amount of time between its albums. You can hear it from the album’s outset with “Damsels,” a short-butsweet girl power anthem, highlighted by jangly guitars, rattles of tambourine and frontwomen Kylie Slabby and Kylie Hastings’ laid-back vocals. “Just because I’m a girl, doesn’t mean I need your help. / Just because I let you help, doesn’t mean I like you,” the Kylies sing on that opening track, and those two sentences make up more than half the song’s total lyrics. It’s simple, direct, full of attitude and — combined with the melody’s pop hook — undeniably catchy.

THE BOURGEOIS, “WE’RE STILL IN THE GUTTER, BUT SOME OF US ARE LOOKING AT THE STARS” The new release from Tulsa alt-rockers The Bourgeois is a reissue of its debut EP, “We’re All in the Gutter, But Some of Us Are Looking at the Stars.” The re-release not only includes the band’s favorite selections from the original EP, but also highlights from its “Whenever I’m with You” single and three new tracks, including a cover of Lorde’s hit song “Royals.” The trio, comprised of Zach Mobley on guitar and vocals, Ty Clark on drums and Shawn Kintz on bass, kicks off the record with a hard-hitting new track, “Smoke and Mirrors.” The song is a raw, rough-and-tumble punk rocker that feels a little less polished than some of their earlier work, and that’s a compliment. It’s the sound of a band finding its own voice and making music that represents what it’s truly about. It shows the players don’t mind getting their hands dirty and venturing into uncharted territory. The other two new tracks, “No Remorse” and “Electric Shock Value,” have a little more production sheen, but the sound is still distinctly The Bourgeois’. Ultimately, the new album serves as a fitting introduction to the band by showcasing where it came from with Smashing Pumpkins-inspired songs like “Be Your Own Machine” and “Mi Amor.” It presents The Bourgeois’ musical transformation into a self-realized unit with a unique vision. tþ 122

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“Smother Your Brother” also beneﬁts from having a more ﬂeshed-out, full-band sound with Allen Martin on guitar and drums. Mike Gilliland handled production duties. Stepping away from the more stripped-down sound of its debut, the band’s new record is a shade darker, grungier and, at times, angrier. Just give a listen to the album’s most raucous track, “Taco Spaceship.” “I just want to let you know you SUCK!” the women shout, condemning an unnamed thief for stealing their idea for a cosmic craft made from a staple of Mexican cuisine. The song’s subject matter is obviously hilarious, but the tone of the track indicates it might not be about a taco spaceship after all. It’s this juxtaposition of grit, blasé attitude and just a pinch of humor that make The Daddyo’s so fun. “Smother Your Brother” is exactly what you want in a sophomore album: It’s doesn’t change the core of what made the band’s debut great, but it builds on it and expands to new territory.

FEBRUARY’S BEST BETS FOR LIVE MUSIC 2/7 Alice Cooper, Brady Theater Fans will be treated to a selection of scorching hits from The Godfather of Shock Rock’s ﬁve-decade career, as well as covers from some of music’s greats, including John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison. The show starts at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30. 2/11 That 1 Guy, The Vanguard You haven’t seen a concert quite like the shows Mike Silverman puts on under his That 1 Guy moniker. Rather than playing a traditional solo instrument, Silverman uses his own creation: The Magic Pipe, a 7-foottall contraption made from electronically rigged aluminum pipes, bronze joints and two orchestral bass strings. The concert starts at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7.

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Tulsan Tracy Spears is a national business consultant and co-author of “What Exceptional Leaders Know” with leadership coach Wally Schmader. authors recommend is to “take on projects.” “There are a few people who have developed a reputation as volunteers,” they write. “These people are usually no more experienced or skilled than their peers, but they have the spirit and confidence to raise their hands when they have an opportunity to be involved with something they think is important.” The authors also discuss the differences between charisma and leadership, the differences between management and leadership, and the most important trait they say a leader can develop: humility. The authors define the trait as “lowering one’s self in rela-

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hat Exceptional Leaders Know” is a highly insightful book by two veteran leaders in the business world, Tracy Spears and Wally Schmader. Full disclosure: I came across it while helping with Spears’ website and read part of the book while the content was living online as blog posts. I came away impressed. The authors have years of combined experience leading business teams in many capacities, and they have combined their knowledge and experience to create this 55-chapter, 250-page book. Native Oklahoman Spears is a national business consultant who has spent more than 25 years speaking to groups about workforce culture and motivating performance. She also is an accomplished athlete who competed in Japan as a member of the U.S. National Softball Team. Schmader is a sought-after leadership coach with 20 years experience. He also is the author of “Full Contact Leadership: Dynamic New Ideas and Techniques for Today’s Leaders.” As the authors explain within the text, a book of this sort “self selects,” meaning it will appeal only to individuals who want to grow their strengths and become better leaders. Though the book claims to be for individuals already in leadership positions, this reader can attest that its lessons and content are applicable and valuable to a person who does not yet hold such a rank, but aspires to it. Spears and Schmader reward the leader-reader with applicable exercises and strategies (such as learning to “audit one’s own routines”) alongside their theory and anecdotes. Another strategy the

tion to others and having a clear perspective, and therefore an implicit respect, for another person’s place.” The book has five sections (with a separate “Leader Reboot” final chapter) that cover the five traits that comprise a great leader: being self-aware; being an active learner; being action oriented; being influential; and finally, being knowledgeable of personality types. The last could be a book in its own right. Spears is a long-standing expert and speaker on the subject of temperament types. Here she argues that the key to becoming a great leader is developing skills that are

2/10 Clancy Martin, “Love and Lies”; 7 p.m. The University of Tulsa McFarlin Library, 2933 E. Sixth St.; BookSmart Tulsa. 2/19 Lou Berney, “The Long and Faraway Gone”; 7 p.m. This Land Press, 1208 S. Peoria Ave.; BookSmart Tulsa. 3/10 Neil Gaiman: a conversation with readers; 7 p.m. Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 E. Second St.; $20.

Jessica Brogan is a freelance writer, photographer and creative entrepreneur. She has lived all over the world and is ecstatic to now call Tulsa home. TulsaPeople.com

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The Carnegie Library opened in 1916 at West Third Street and South Cheyenne Avenue. The building included an auditorium, an art gallery and a museum for Native American artifacts. Before it was razed in 1970, the Tulsa Tribune referred to it as “the ugly old lady.”

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committed group of Tulsans birthed the city’s first library — with a little help from one of America’s wealthiest men. Local women’s clubs attempted to establish a Tulsa library beginning in 1905, according to library officials. When it came to fundraising, the women contacted billionaire steel magnate and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, an avid reader. Biography.com estimates he supported the openings of 2,800 U.S. libraries. In 1910, Carnegie offered $35,000 if the City of Tulsa would provide a suitable library site as well as $3,500 per year to maintain it. Unfortunately, the cause lacked public support. A temporary library was created with 800 donated books. 124

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Tulsa’s ﬁrst formal library was established in 1913 in the basement of the courthouse. The city council appropriated $100 per month for the small venture. In 1914, the City of Tulsa took over the library and appointed a board of trustees. Board President G.R. McCullough corresponded again with Carnegie, who raised his commitment to $55,000. Construction soon began on a brick and sandstone building at the northwest corner of West Third Street and South Cheyenne Avenue. Designed to hold 50,000 books, the shelves of the Carnegie Library held only 4,000 when the doors opened in spring 1916. By 1920, its inventory totaled more than 17,000.

The library quickly grew in popularity and branches opened. In 1927, the American Library Association named Tulsa among the top 10 cities with the highest circulation of fiction materials. The Carnegie Library operated until 1965, when its collection was moved to the then-new Central Library, which is now being renovated. Tulsa Urban Renewal Authority then purchased the old library building, which briefly housed the Tulsa Business College. In 1968, the crumbling building was used to store overflow “civil defense supplies,” according to a Tulsa Tribune article. It was razed in 1970 and — like many early downtown structures — the building Carnegie financed is today the site of a parking lot. tþ

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