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ROBERT PHILLIPS

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HEARTLAND ROASTERS

Passages

NOVEMBER 2015

THE PERKINS BUILDING

AT AMBLER HALL THIS MONTH: TCTF HOSTS KENDRA SCOTT NOV 2 N COMPREHENSIVE NOVEMBER EVENTS CALENDAR

Seven of the Premier Wildlife Artists in America will present a retrospective and sale of their work at Woolaroc Museum. Featured artists include:

Painters: Ken Carlson, Bob Kuhn, James Morgan, and Tucker Smith Sculptors: Ken Bunn, Walter Matia, and Tim Shinabarger

918-336-0307 • WWW.WOOLAROC.ORG Ken Carlson, Rams of the Wrangells, 2001, oil on board, 45 X 35 in. Collection of Ed Wright

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Publisher’s Letter

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Out & About: Photos from Around Town

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Business: Heartland Roasters

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Profile: Robert Phillips

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Fashion: Glorious Connections Jewelry

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Spotlight: What are you thankful for?

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Feature: Adam & Kizzie

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Passages: Perkins Building

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November Events Calendar

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Last Call: Tri County Tech Foundation Investing in Students for 40 Years

Small Batch Coffee Roasted in the Heart of Bartlesville Handmade Jewelry from Israel A Musical Journey

Find out What’s Happening This Month!

Kids Bring Love to Thanksgiving

Bartlesville History Museum’s Historic Look

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Publisher’s Letter I still have trouble retaining the exact timeline of the rise and fall of civilizations, although it is a subject that fascinates me and I read about it often. On the other hand, random facts seem to stick with me, for instance a while back I read a little about the origin and journey of Thanksgiving to our present day.

It was Abraham Lincoln in 1863 that established the national holiday and set its date to be the final Thursday in November. He did this at the persistent request of magazine editor and prolific writer, Sarah Josepha Hale, also the famed author of “Mary Had a Little Lamb”. By looking at these dates, you might notice that the Pilgrims would be getting pretty old by then. Their story didn’t arrive to change the face of the historical scene until the late 19th century. Back in Abe’s day, it was simply a day of thanks. On the subject of origin, professor of history at Brandeis University, Jane Kamensky writes, “To ask whether this is true is to ask the wrong question. Thanksgiving is true to its purposes, and that’s all it needs to be. For these holidays say much less about who we

really were in some specific Then, than about who we want to be in an ever changing Now.” It’s true that you never can tell what life will bring.

Sometimes the biggest challenge is to recognize and appreciate what is. However, we wouldn’t be human if we didn’t want for more and it’s all about the same age-old question of why. As I see it, the vast majority of people keeping with the times can deliver us all, at one moment or another, to a place of indecision about joining in the race or holding to our own steady path. In today’s world, on an annual basis, the approaching weeks present us with a collection of choices on how to honor our own tradition.

Each year I am welcomed to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, and each year I love to observe others exhibit through tradition their life experience. Most of all, memories are the best gift you’ll ever have.

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ABOUT THE COVER: Adam and Kizzie bring the EEDO of the universe to OK Mozart’s Ambler Hall, November 20th.

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Small Batch Coffee Roasted in the Heart of Bartlesville

by Michel Duncan

Wes Lantrip is a man who knows his coffee, and that’s good news for Bartlesville. He got his start 15 years ago as a barister at Starbucks where he began his journey with specialty coffees. He also spent several years at PT’s Coffee & Tea, a coffee roasting company where he acquired an extensive education about the subtle nuances of beans and roasting, which he brings to our community.

Lantrip has developed a “passion for great coffee” and now wants to share it with coffee aficionados of Bartlesville through “an approachable, excellent product.”

Thus comes Heartland Roasters, which has been developing coffee products since 2012. It was a year and a half ago that Lantrip acted on an opportunity to purchase a rare 1985 German handcrafted cast iron, double-walled GN-12 ProbatWerks roaster. Most people have never heard of such a thing.

Wes also purchased a smaller sample roaster that helps allow batch-to-order roasting.

The Probat machine was in Talahina, Oklahoma. Wes moved it here into the newly renovated building located at 200 E. 4th Street, next to Weeze’s Restaurant downtown. Years ago the historic building was originally a Bit Brilliant Service Station.

When that went out of business a taxi service moved in for a while. When the taxi service closed, again the building sat unoccupied, but now it is fairly percolating with new life.

In 2013 Heartland Roasters was awarded runner-up for its location by the Build Bartlesville Innovative Ideas Competition.

At the moment Heartland Roasters does not offer retail sales, focusing instead on wholesale business, although Lantrip says offering his product on a retail basis is not out of the question for the future. That doesn’t mean you can’t buy or taste his product right now, however. Keepsake Candles carries several varieties of the coffees, and you can have a freshly brewed cup at Red Buffalo Gift Shop in Sedan, Kansas. Also, Heartland has created an exclusive blend for Samantha’s Restaurant downtown.

If shopping from home is more your style, then you’re in luck!

Heartland’s website, heartlandroasters.com, has 20 different coffee products available. And, delivery is free in Bartlesville.

You can also send some of their tasty, fresh-roasted coffees

to friends and family for a flat $5 shipping fee and there’s free shipping for orders over $35.

Speaking of family and friends, bosses and co-workers, with holidays nearly upon us, what better gift than a Heartland Roaster Holiday Gift Pack Sampler? These will be available starting early this month. Or sign up a loved one (or yourself) for The Roaster’s Club? Starting with three-month packages, you or a friend will receive the Roastmaster’s Monthly Selection delivered to your door once a month.

Wes is passionate about his coffee and always eager to share his knowledge with interested customers. He is available for roasting demonstrations at the shop where you can watch the bean go from green all the way to the grinder. For larger parties he’ll travel, bringing his specialty wares to you.

To book a demonstration or to shop, visit heartlandroasters.com or email Wes at info@ heartlandroasters.com Also on Facebook, Heartland Roasters.v

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fashion photographer: Jeff Hogue hair and makeup: Miriam Trudeau

Each artist has a story to their style and it shows in the work they do. The one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces featured here are made by a collection of artists in Israel. Jewelry maker Laly Cohen is one example, her previous work designing stained glass windows inspires her to integrate semiprecious stones, Swarovski crystals and various metals, into a style all her own.

Tucked away in Eastland Center, you will find the elegant handmade jewelry pieces at Glorious Connections. If you are looking for an heirloom-quality gift, the items featured here are just a few examples of what is available. Glorious Connections is a vehicle for helping all people in Israel to remain prosperous, and forty-percent of the sale of each piece goes back to the artist.v

heirloom necklace and pendant handmade in Israel with glossy stones and delicate crystals $144, vintage inspired wrapped stone earrings with crystals $90, a’reve blouse at curbside closet $54

circular pendant handmade in Israel with gold chain and twisted beading $150, silver scalloped ring with floating gold and silver inner bands $195, zoey poncho at the cottage door $39

delicate metal flowered sphere necklace with pink crystals $90, intricate handmade floral bracelet adorned with colored crystals $360, charming flowered metal and crystal earrings $65, monoreno crochet blouse at the cottage door $47, dear john gisele eden jeans at lubella’s boutique $78

Jewelry available at: Glorious Connections in Eastland Center 522 SE Washington Blvd Clothing available at: The Cottage Door, 304 South Dewey Avenue Curbside Closet, 304 South Dewey Avenue Lubellas Boutique, 216 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Plan your next meeting or event at Tri County Tech, and let us take care of the details!

• Elegant, affordable state-of-the-art facility with rooms accommodating 15 to 232 guests • On site catering available • Operation of audio/visual equipment

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Security Great parking Flexibility Open year round

To schedule a tour or to book your event, contact Darlene at darlene.young@tricountytech.edu or 918.331.3233.

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LOVE: THE HEARTBEAT

OF ADAM & KIZZIE’S MUSICAL JOURNEY

by LIZABETH ROLFSON

STEFAN HELLBERG PHOTOGRAPHY

There are many classic tales of friendship blossoming into love over time, but few can boast a romantic musical journey as well. Let me introduce you to Adam & Kizzie.

Adam Ledbetter was born in Oklahoma City. At the tender age of 10, he showed natural talent at the piano and enrolled in the Classen School of Advanced Studies, the district’s best performing arts program. Here, he classically trained in piano and jazz and developed into a musician who later toured Oklahoma and Europe with the University of Central Oklahoma Jazz Band. In addition, Adam honed his craft as a rapper and sang backup for notable musicians. He soon found himself to be reputed as the best private teacher to young talents in the city, while starting his own popular jazz quartet ‘New Growth’.

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Oklahoma City is also the birthplace of Kizzie, who began singing at the age of three. Kizzie’s mother, Trena Brown, a talented stage actress, eventually sought to enroll her in the vocal program at the Classen School of Advanced Studies where Kizzie focused on musical theater. She would later travel the world with Disney, performing in the Tokyo Disney Sea resort in Japan. Kizzie also joined Disney’s Wonder Cruise Line and performed solos in the venue’s largest productions.

It was at Classen that Adam & Kizzie became inseparable friends while rapping, singing and dancing during and after classes. After high school, their paths split into different musical journeys with Adam in Europe and Kizzie cruising with Disney.

In 2011, a series of unfortunate events found them both back in Oklahoma battling depression, physical and health issues. The duo’s official biography summarizes: “Adam & Kizzie’s paths suddenly crossed again years later and, in the midst of rekindling an old friendship and a mutual love of music, an unexpected romance brewed and the two were married. Now Adam & Kizzie have found themselves in the best shape ever to move the world with his magic fingers and her melodic voice.

Combining their unique songwriting skills, the couple has set out to share their gift of music in the best way their hearts know how…The EEDO way.”

What is the EEDO way?

It’s musical frEEDOm. Adam & Kizzie coined the term and use it as a band mantra that celebrates their unique musical vision together. Their music is difficult to classify. While the albums are labeled R&B, to accept that genre as their sole categorization would be limiting. The duo’s diverse background and musical styles come together in unique ways, encompassing a broad love of Duke Ellington, popcentric soul, jazz, hip-hop, rhythm and blues, and more -- ultimately resulting in something unique, eclectic and fresh.

Adam explains, “These different styles, they don’t have to meet in the middle. They can meet at any point. It’s a philosophical understanding of what music is and what the thread between all its various forms is. It’s smack-dab in the middle of the word freedom, and that’s what we were searching for. It wasn’t so much an invention as much as a discovery.” This musical liberty, the freedom to make whatever feels right to them as musicians, continues to be their guiding motto. Adam continues, “It’s a really eclectic blend, but it’s not clichéd eclectic.”

Kizzie adds, “We cover all the ground, music-wise.”

Their romantic storyline of reuniting years later, rekindling friendship and igniting romance is classic -- but the addition of creating music together takes their story, and relationship, to a whole new level.

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SOFOCUSPHOTOGRAPHY Joshua Boydston, writer for the Oklahoma Gazette wrote, “The endeavor is more than a musical project for either half; it’s quite literally a marriage, a love of song matched only by their love for each other.”

Regulars in the Oklahoma City music scene, Adam & Kizzie generate chants of EEDO as they perform and their fans are known as EEDOnauts.

Adam & Kizzie share a love of their home state and participated in the “Support Local Heroes:

Adam remembers, “We were both going through some pretty heavy transitions in life, going through our depressions, so when we first started hanging out again as friends, music just became something else for us to do. From there, it just kind of took off.

We started developing feelings for each other. We say that music is the third part of our relationship: It’s me; it’s Kizzie; it’s music. There’s really no way to have any of the other two without one or the other.” Adam is convinced that “music is the perfect metaphor for marriage.” Kizzie adds, “It’s a blessing, most assuredly. This kind of arrangement is something we both dreamed of having.”

Vol. 1” benefit album that was produced to aid victims affected in the 2013 Oklahoma tornado disaster. Their first and instant hit single, ‘Can I Get a Light’ is played daily over the airwaves worldwide.

Their hit song ‘Train’ was recently the #1 requested song on Oklahoma airwaves.

Adam & Kizzie continue to develop their music in conjunction with their love. “The love isn’t new. It’s not the same sort of crazy infatuation.” Kizzie adds, “To keep it, preserve it, to cultivate it -- that’s all a part of this. It’s not different but it is, and you feel that in the music. We’re in a new place, but it’s still a part of that same story -- there’s just a lot more of us in the music.”

Since joining with Ropeadope Records, the couple has set out on tour to promote their album ‘The Book of EEDO Vol. 2’. Their music and videos take you on a journey as well, they make you think, feel, laugh, cry, dream, and most importantly, love the music right along with them. v

Adam & Kizzie will perform in Bartlesville on November 20 at 7 p.m. at OK Mozart’s Ambler Hall. Tickets are available now for $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Visit okmozart.com or call 918-336-9800.

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Sunday, Nov 1 2:00 PM

Armchair Traveler presented by the Bartlesville Choral Society Bartlesville Community Center Let beautiful music take you away to the streets of Rome, to the Sistine Chapel or to Chichester Cathedral-all without leaving your comfortable seat. For more information, call 918-397-3578 or to purchase tickets call 918-336-2787

7:30 PM

“Borrowed Time” presented by Killing Frost Productions Washington County Fairgrounds This year there will be “2” separate attractions. This includes our “Main Attraction,” along with our new “Insane Clown Maze.” Come see our new additions and prepare yourself for a “Frightfully” good time.

Monday, Nov 2 9:00 AM

Carolyn Mock-One-Woman Art Show Price Tower Gallery A one-woman art show of wildlife and western art painted by award winning local artist, Carolyn Mock. This Show will remain on exhibit through December l5th.

5:00 PM

Kendra Scott Shopping Event for Tri County Tech Foundation Haskell Loft - 115 Frank Phillips Blvd Tri County Tech Foundation invites you to a fun Kendra Scott shopping event with 20% of sales benefiting the TCTF.

Tuesday, Nov 3 6:00 PM

Fun with Fondue Tri County Tech

Christmas Open House

Keepsake Candles-263 County Road 3022

Keepsake Candles-263 County Road 3022

Join us for our Christmas Open House

Join us for our Christmas Open House

featuring holiday gifts & decor, delicious

featuring holiday gifts & decor, delicious

gourmet treats, and door prizes.

gourmet treats, and door prizes.

9:00 PM

Richard Kane Elementary School Carnival

Live Music with Family Tradition

801 E 13th Street

Osage Casino Bartlesville

Richard Kane Elementary School Carnival

Honestly, who doesn’t love fondue? After this class you’ll be able to enjoy this classic dish at home with family and friends. Tuition $39.

7:00 PM

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Saturday, November 7

Wednesday, November 4

Bartlesville Youth and Family Services Benefit Breakfast

Tuesday Night Trivia

7:30 PM

Broadway Veteran Gary Mauer Bartlesville Community Center

8:30 AM

traveled the world entertaining audiences

Bartlesville American Red Cross

with his powerful tenor voice. Selections will

Bartlesville United Way 5K and Fun Run

include such great Broadway numbers as

Registration fee: 5K $25 or Fun Run $15.

‘Maria’, ‘The Music of the Night’, ‘Sit Down

To register visit www.yellowcheetah.com/

You’re Rockin’ the Boat’, ‘Wilkommen’ www.

OnYourMark5K2015

garymauer.com

11:00 AM

Martha’s Task 15th Anniversary Holiday Open House

Hot Dogs available. Open to all public.

Bartlesville Masonic Lodge

On Your Mark 5K & Fun Run hosted

by ConocoPhillips for the BRUW

Thursday, November 5

2pm. Tickets 50 cents. Frito Chili Pie and

7:00 AM

Phantom of the Opera, Gary Mauer has

Broadway veteran and longtime star of

Fun, Games, Food and Prizes from 10am-

9:00 AM

11:00 AM

Bartlesville Annual Veteran’s Day Parade DOWNTOWN Parade will start in the Phillips Parking

32nd Annual Christmas Arts, Crafts, Show & Sale

lot and travel East on Frank Phillips Blvd

Washington County Fairgrounds

West (right) on 6th St. then South (left) on

This is the 32nd year for the show and it is

Armstrong to Adams Blvd (right) back to the

always well attended. The show has over

Phillips Parking lot.

then turn South (right) on Osage then go

718 S. Johnstone Ave.

60 exhibitors featuring wearing apparel, gift

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of Martha’s

items, food, holiday and home decorating

Task and the start of the holiday season in

merchandise, and original art work.

our special Open House. Refreshments,

Admission is free!! Door prizes, donated by

Osage Hills State Park 2nd Annual Hay Ride

merriment and store sales!

the vendors, are given every hour.

Days are getting cooler, leaves are changing

Friday, November 6

10:00 AM

10:00 AM

Keepsake Candles’ 32nd Annual

12:00 PM

color, and winter is not too far away. Come

Keepsake Candles’ 32nd Annual Christmas Open House

enjoy the beauty of the season at Osage Hiills State Park and join us for a tractordrawn hay ride through the woods.

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7:30 PM

“Don Williams” in Concert Bartlesville Community Center Music is an international language and Don picks his songs with great skill, a blend of emotions from his heart.$38,$48,$58 Call

event, benefiting Ray of Hope Advocacy Center. This year’s event will feature beer tasting, pub grub, live music, raffle drawings and a silent auction. We HOPE to see you there!

8:30 PM

Live Music with Signal 29 Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM

Live Music with Family Tradition Osage Casino Bartlesville

10:00 PM

Live Music with Travis Linville Frank & Lola’s One of Oklahoma’s best singer/songwriter/ guitarist returns to FnL’s! Travis is a renaissance man in the music world producing and performing multiple genres.

Sunday, Nov 8 9:00 AM

32nd Annual Christmas Arts, Crafts, Show & Sale Washington County Fairgrounds This is the 32nd year for the show and it is always well attended. The show has over 60 exhibitors featuring wearing apparel, gift items, food, holiday and home decorating merchandise, and original art work.

Admission is free!! Door prizes, donated by the vendors, are given every hour.

for celebrating the holidays with family,

families as they cope with the challenges of

decorating, stress reducing tips, and ways

Bartlesville Community Center

terminal illness. Call 981.747.2273 today

to keep the Reason for the Season in your

AUDITIONS for the production “Red

and learn about our FREE volunteer training

holiday activities. Tickets are $29 and

Riding Hood” from 4-6pm on stage for

classes.

available at First Baptist Church Bartlesville

6:00 PM

Fri., Nov. 13. 918-336-0558 www.

Make and Take: Body Scrubs

cmtonstage.com

Thanksgiving Cookie Creations

6:30 PM

Participants will learn about making

Paths to Independence’s Autism Heroes 2015 Gala Event

Tri County Tech

6:00 PM

Cherokee

or online at www.mybfbc.org

Kindergarten-8th graders. Performances-

decadent sugar and salt scrubs using

4041 SE Sheridan Drive - Bartlesville

Tri County Tech

ingredients they probably have in their

Price: $75/ticket

Learn to decorate beautiful sugar cookies

kitchen. These make great gifts! Cost $29.

Honorary Chairs: David & Carrie Stire Live Entertainment: DJ Brad & the band

for your Thanksgiving get-togethers. These holiday-themed cookies are both adorable and delicious! Cost $39.

Puerto Rican cooking: Cooking for Entertaining

Bartlesville Art Association meeting

Jacob Tovar & the Saddle Tramps

Authentic Puerto Rican flavors have been

Bartlesville Sports Commission 2015 Hall of Fame Banquet

Tri County Tech

6:30 PM

passed from generation to generation. Learn

Hilton Garden Inn

The Art Center - 102 N Cherokee

how to use those flavors the next time you

The Bartlesville Sports Commission

Join us as Bruce Carter, owner of Pawhuska

entertain guests. Cost $39.

established the Bartlesville Athletic Hall

Tallgrass Gallery, speaks on opening the gallery and its impact on the community.

Refreshments will be served.

Friday, Nov 13

5:30 PM

Hospice of Green Country Volunteer Training

of Fame to honor athletes, coaches, teams and individuals who have made a

12:15 PM

lasting contribution to athletics and athletic

Bartlesville Community Center

8:30 PM

Missoula Children’s Theatre Production of “RED RIDING HOOD”

Tuesday, Nov 10

endeavors in the Bartlesville area.

Performance of musical “Red Riding Hood”

KARAOKE

by local students-Kindergarten-8th grade.

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

1120 S. Boston – TULSA

Tickets: $11/$7 918-337-2787 or online

Hospice of Green Country is in need of

www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com

9:00 PM

7:00 PM

Osage Casino Bartlesville

volunteers to assist patients and their families as they cope with the challenges of

Live Music with Back Roads Band

and learn about our FREE volunteer training

Missoula Children’s Theatre Production of “RED RIDING HOOD”

classes.

Bartlesville Community Center

Strahan & The Good Neighbors

Performance of musical “Red Riding Hood”

Frank & Lola’s

by local students-Kindergarten-8th grade.

This sound is more Tulsa than Texas - this

Tickets: $11/$7 918-337-2787 or online

Austin-based quintet melds honky tonk with

www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com

JJ Cale-inspired shuffle that fits right in at

terminal illness. Call 981.747.2273 today

6:00 PM

Holiday Pies Tri County Tech make desserts that are sure to be the perfect

Keepsake Candles-263 County Road 3022

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Tuesday Night Trivia

Wednesday, November 11 6:00 PM

Classic Cake Series: German

10:00 PM

Frank & Lola’s!

Sweeten your holidays with pies! Learn to

7:00 PM

gourmet treats, and door prizes.

A Christmas Gathering with Denise Lopez

shopping, lots of take home gifts, ideas

Keepsake Candles’ 32nd Annual Christmas Open House

featuring holiday gifts & decor, delicious

5:30 PM

12:00 PM

volunteers to assist patients and their

celebration. Cost $39.

Join us for our Christmas Open House

Thursday, November 12

This is a ladies’ event with luncheon,

ending for your Thanksgiving or Christmas

12:00 PM

visit www.yellowcheetah.com/race/809

Hospice of Green Country is in need of

Missoula Children’s Theatre AUDITIONS – RED RIDING HOOD

You be the judge at this fun and casual

Entry fee: $25 5K $20 Fun Run. To register

and frosting from scratch! Tuition $39.

1120 S. Boston – TULSA

4:00 PM

Bartlesville Municipal Airport, Hangar 5

High School parking lot

Learn to make this easy and delicious cake

Bartlesville First Baptist Church – 405 S

Monday, Nov 9

Hops for Hope

on Shawnee Ave. south of the Bartlesville

Tri County Tech

Hospice of Green Country Volunteer Training

918.336.2787 or buy hour before

6:30 PM

Chocolate Cake

9:00 PM

Live Music with Back Roads Band Osage Casino Bartlesville

Saturday, November 14

Monday, Nov 16 6:00 PM

Thanksgiving Cupcakes Tri County Tech Discover how to spice up ordinary cupcakes

8:30 AM

with your favorite fall flavors! Cost $39.

Fliptastic 5k/Fun Run hosted by the Gymnastics Club

Tuesday, Nov 17

Bartlesville High School

6:00 PM

Help celebrate 50 years of excellence with

Easy to Assemble Desserts

the Gymnastics Club! 5K will start and finish

Tri County Tech

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Learn to make a trifle, a tiramisu, and other

Shop Local, Shop at Home, stop by any

desserts without the use of the oven. Your

sponsor to get Daily Clues to its hidden

family and friends will be amazed at these

location. Winner Takes ALL $, See FB

treats. Cost $39.

Tuesday, Nov 24

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

Tuesday Night Trivia

Tuesday Night Trivia

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Thursday, November 26

Thursday, November 19 6:00 PM

6:00 PM

Classic Cake Series: Black Forest Cake

7:00 PM

Tri County Tech

OK Mozart’s Ambler Hall – 415 Dewey Ave

Adam & Kizzie

Fantasy Land of Lights - HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Johnstone Park HAPPY THANKSGIVING from all the FLL

Saturday, November 28 4:30 PM

Run the Lights 5k & Fun Run presented by Wesleyan Christian School & Daybreak Daybreak Rotary is teaming up with Wesleyan Christian School for this 5K & Fun Run. Proceeds will support programs/ projects of Wesleyan Christian School.

8:30 PM

Live Music with Joseph Roan Painted Horse Bar & Grille

10:00 PM

Visit www.adamandkizzie.com, then join us

Elves! Bring the family to the park after

John Calvin Abney

whipped cream? Wow, who wouldn’t love

to hear them live in the Ville! Tickets: $25 in

turkey dinner & enjoy our drive-thru Holiday

Frank & Lola’s

black forest cake? Learn just how easy it is

advance or $30 at the door. Call 918-336-

lights. Open nightly from 6 - 10 pm.

Shake those tryptophan turkey blues

to make this classic cake. Cost $39.

9800 or www.okmozart.com.

Thanksgiving Cupcakes: How to Decorate

9:00 PM

Friday, Nov 27

Tri County Tech

Osage Casino Bartlesville

Moist dark chocolate cake, cherries, and

Cupcakes shouldn’t just taste good; they should look good. Decorate cupcakes that look as good as they taste for your Thanksgiving dinner. Cost $39.

7:00 PM

Live Music with Mark Gibson Copper Bar in the Price Tower

Friday, Nov 20 8:00 AM

Live Music with Another Alibi

Saturday, November 21 7:30 PM

Sax & Violins by Bartlesville Symphony Bartlesville Community Center

5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

Tri County Tech Keep up on cardiovascular exercise to

into a magical winter wonderland! The lights

combat stressful holiday schedules. All

will be turned on Friday, November 27th

varieties of holiday music will be used in this

and will be on every Friday, Saturday and

upbeat fitness class. Cost $39

Sunday through December 20th. Admission $1 for children 11 and under. Celebrate the Christmas season and join us!

masterpiece. Visit www. bartlesvillesymphony.org for more info.

4:00 PM

lights as the historic ranch transforms itself

Variety is the name of the game as colorful

Lighthouse Bartlesville is happy to present

Monday, Nov 30 Holiday Dance Party

to Wonderland of Lights is $4 for adults and

Bartlesville Community Center

and an engaging performance - every time.

Woolaroc will be covered with over 750,000

classical saxophonist Ashu. music blends to paint a rousing

incomparable JCA! Fantastic songwriting

this year! The grounds and buildings of

The Many Shades of Music Featuring

Lighthouse Gospel Benefit Concert

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Live Music with Jessica Hunt Painted Horse Bar & Grille

PILGRIM – Album Release Show Frank & Lola’s Pilgrim has a new record coming out this

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ROBERT PHILLIPS

by Linda Keller

If ever there was an ideal father figure, it would have to be Robert Phillips, who for the past two years has led the Richard Kane YMCA in a major transition.

A tall, lanky fellow with a distinctive Southern drawl, he’s as unpretentious as they come; a trait that belies the huge responsibility he shoulders as the Y’s Chief Executive Officer.

Recruited by the YMCA board to restructure the Bartlesville organization.

This single parent, father of two, was chosen as the man for the job for a variety of reasons.

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profile One was for his track record of having done exactly that at several other YMCAs. Another is for his people skills. And a third is for his deep caring for kids, in particular, kids who need a father figure.

His job demands not only administrative ability but also that he be part psychologist. At least, that’s how he sees it. Maybe, just maybe, that stems from his own involvement in the Y as a youth.

“I was raised in the Y,” he says.

Growing up in Prattville, Alabama, his parents introduced him to the Y basketball program at the age of 5. “Then I lost my father when I was 11,” he continues, crediting the YMCA for guiding him through the developmental stages with the help of various program directors who cared enough to fill the father figure role. And that’s how he sees the YMCA figuring into the lives of Bartlesville’s kids, boys and girls alike.

“Here, we can control the setting and provide the right environment for kids.” He and his various instructors observe, document and assess, moving kids around in programs according to their needs. “We carefully assess a child’s circumstances. Some applications involve stories that are very impactful. We take care to see that the child is placed in a program where they have a good role model.”

of newcomers…most especially curious children. When kids peek in the doorway to see these characters, Robert invites them to come in and meet Bob and Tom. An avid hunter, both the big fat beaver and the plump turkey are stuffed trophies from his outdoor days hunting and fishing while director of the Weatherford, Oklahoma YMCA. They are none the less, touchable, and Robert even lifts smaller kids up so they can pet his friends.

He is also well aware of the psychological impact of being sixfoot, seven-inches tall. He knows his height can be intimidating, so he maneuvers accordingly. Robert says “I lean a lot, elbow on the front desk, for example, so I’m not quite so tall when talking to shorter people. Or, I sit down. With kids, I try to get down to eye level.”

It began with one of his first decisions, which was to relocate the Director’s office from the second floor to a room downstairs adjacent to the check-in desk.

Aside from all that, Robert Phillips came here to do a job, and in his two years here he’s made an impressive impact with the introduction of new programs for adults and children alike, structuring them to make use of the facility at all times of the day so that it’s a busy place morning till night. In addition he oversees a staff of nearly 50 full and part-time directors.

“That way, no one comes in or out without passing my door, which is usually open,” he says.

Above all, Robert wants to be accessible. And, by design, two of his constant companions provide the incentive to ensure that he gets to meet everyone. Bob the Beaver and Tom the Turkey, can be counted on to attract the attention

In addition to the usual basketball, football and aquatics programs usually associated with the YMCA, the Bartlesville Y provides Child Watch for members so that kids are supervised and kept busy while parents work out or exercise. A wide variety of fitness classes are also available at all times of the day and week—everything from stretching,

The psychology part?

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cycling and Zumba to yoga, TaiChi and body pump. An active senior program is also in place, offering water aerobics as well as socializing. Additional programs available include weight rooms, massage therapy, personal training, CPR/First Aid and lifeguard training.

The key to everything Robert Phillips does rotates around developing community partnerships.

One of his newest programs is a good example. It’s a week-long Learn to Swim program for Second Graders in conjunction with local elementary schools.

“United Way gave us a grant so we could offer it free. We provide swim suits for those who don’t have them and United Linen has donated towels.” It involves five days of 45-minute afternoon classes where in addition to learning basic swim strokes, Second Graders are also taught pool safety, and how to help a drowning swimmer—things they will use for the rest of their lives. So far, Kane Elementary, Jane Phillips Elementary and Osage Hills Elementary Schools are participating, but Robert’s personal goal is to make the program available on an annual basis to all elementary schools.

With all the new programs, membership has increased accordingly--now at 2,700 adults and children. A large part of those are family memberships and seniors.

Obviously, he loves his job because the YMCA has been his life ever since graduating from Auburn University with a BS in Education.

He began his career in 1997 in the Montgomery, Alabama as YMCA Youth Sports Director and has worked with in the system ever since.

“Bartlesville has been great to me, and my board is very strong and supportive. I’m not looking to make me look better, but to make Bartlesville better,” he adds. v

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WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?

by Damon Isaacs

Bartlesville Monthly checked in with Steven Graham’s class at Richard Kane Elementary to ask them about Thanksgiving. They talked about food and the meaning of the holiday, but mostly they talked about family, friends, and playing together. It was really simple. To these kids, Thanksgiving seems to be about connecting. Here are a few quotes from our conversation at Kane Elementary: DI: What happens at your house during Thanksgiving?

Jonathan, age 8, “My mom’s family from Mexico visits!”

Breeze, age 7, “The food is good and we have cake at the end.”

Aaliyah, age 7, “We go to Muskogee and I get to play with all of my friends and cousins.”

Kindall, age7, “We have turkey and a big Thanksgiving party!”

Elasha, age 7, “I get to see my family.”

Andrea, age 7, “Thanksgiving is family, friends, food and football.

Hey, those all begin with ‘f’!”

Lyly, age 7, “We have turkey and family. That’s all. What else?”

Kamryn, age 7, “We make turkey and pie. We have all our family there.” Christopher, age 7, “I get to

see my grandma and grandpa in Coffeeville.” Peiyton, age 7, “I eat cookies - a lot of cookies.”

DI: What are you thankful for?

Audrey, age 7, “I’m thankful for my mom and dad and all my friends.

I am thankful that I get to go to my Nana’s– we always go there for Thanksgiving.”

Andrea, age 7, “I am thankful for my friends, especially her sister (points to a classmate) because they taught me how to do the splits.”

Maddie, age 7, “I am really thankful for my mom, dad and little sister.”

Devin, age 8, “I am thankful that I have a house to live in and my dad.”

Breeze, age7, “I’m happy I got to go to Mexico and visit my aunt.”

Kamryn, age 7, “I’m glad that I have food, clothes to wear and a mom.”

Abigail, age 8, “I am thankful for my mom, dad, video games and my cat and dog. Their names are Rocky and Weenie.”

Gracie, age 7, “I am thankful that I have food and a family to love me.”

Peiyton, age 7, “I am thankful that I know how to read.”

Maddie, age 7, “I am thankful for my sister and mom and dad. I’m also glad that we will go to my pawpaw’s and eat turkey!”

Thanksgiving isn’t really about turkey or football. It’s not even about Plymouth Rock or the Mayflower.

Our grade school kids know Thanksgiving is about taking time to show some gratitude for our families, our homes, our friends and for that mouthwatering turkey. v

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PERKINS BUILDING

courtesy of Bartlesville History Museum

In 1909, the streets of Bartlesville were dirt and lined with false-front buildings. The Bartlesville Interurban Railway had been in operation for just one year, with the tracks and catenary electrical system visible throughout downtown. At the southeast corner of Third Street and Cherokee Avenue was the ChastainToalson Lumber Company—now Pizza Hut. The lumber yard had changed owners several times when Adrin Haley Perkins and his young bride, Catherine Benjamin Perkins, arrived in Bartlesville from Jackson County, Missouri.

Perkins moved to Bartlesville, the Washington County Courthouse was constructed in the middle of the block at Third Street and Delaware Avenue. The interruption of the traffic flow prompted Third Street to be rerouted and Second Street shortened.

On September 27, 1951, Third Street was renamed Frank Phillips Blvd. in honor of the famed oil man who had passed away the year before.

Between 1935 and 1940 Adrin worked as a cabinet maker at the Overlees-Kruse Lumber Company before he opened the Perkins Mill & Glass Works business at 815 Shawnee Avenue in 1941. Perkins was well known for his cabinet making and furniture repair.

The couple lived at 126 S. Wyandotte until their passing; Catherine in 1985 and Adrin in 1993.

In 1946, Mr. Perkins moved his shop to 612 East Second Street, where he continued millwork and sold glass, mirrors, and Pittsburgh Paint. At that time his brother, Darwin Perkins, joined him in the business.

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Beginning in 1952 and through 2006, the Perkins Mill & Glass Works business address was listed in the Bartlesville city directories at 612 E. Frank Phillips Blvd.

Many area residents have passed the block-wide brown sided building without paying much attention.

In July, the building’s facade was removed and the history of the building was revealed—preserved and ready to tell its story. Adrin Perkins Mill & Glass Works is still prominently painted across the front of the bricked-in window and boarded building. Ancient wallpaper, a now antique gas heater, a wooden freight elevator, painted aqua shelves and knob-and-tube electrical works remain in the time capsule that once housed an active business.

One of the most interesting pieces of history discovered after the facade removal was the Capital Hill Meat and Grocery Store advertisement on the east side of the building. The store operated on Wyandotte from 1912-1919. From 1920 to 1922, the Capital Hill Auto Top Factory and various businesses occupied the corner. Then from 1925 to the early 1940s, groceries operated in the building until Adrin Perkins moved his Mill & Glass Works business to the building in 1946.

The removal of the facade ensured that the building will stand as a testament to the creators of Bartlesville’s business scene. Thanks to the years of preservation, the Adrin Perkins Mill & Glass Works building has provided our city with yet another historic locale. v

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INVESTING IN STUDENTS FOR 40 YEARS Tri County Tech Foundation

by Julie Pranger

Since 1970, Tri County Tech Foundation has been changing the economy of Northeastern Oklahoma and changing people’s lives.

Initially, the Tri County Tech Foundation (TCTF) focused on providing funds to students in the Nursing program. Over the last forty years, the Foundation has evolved to provide full and short-term education assistance to economically disadvantaged students. “The foundation’s main purpose is to assist students in need and provide the necessary support to ensure their success; by “investing in a brighter tomorrow” our Foundation is able to fulfill its mission of no student being denied an education due to lack of funds,” said Lisa Froemming, TCTF Director of Development.

Providing assistance for scholarship and tuition is not all that the Foundation does at Tri County Tech. The Foundation feels that it is also vital to help students with other important needs such as hunger relief, emergency assistance and school supplies. “Meeting those needs for our students allows them to concentrate on their education without worrying about the basics,” mentioned Larry Thrash, TCTF Executive Director. The Foundation feels that it is important to help individuals that have the drive and dedication, but limited resources to become who they desire to be.

Last year, over $5000 was spent on food purchases to help Tri County Tech’s students during the seasonal breaks and other food emergency situations. Another $3300 was spent on emergency assistance grants to fourteen students ranging from medical costs to utility bills. “At times, car repairs or gasoline shortages have kept students from being able to attend class and the Foundation has been able to provide short-term assistance to ensure their ability to attend,” stated Froemming. School supplies can also be an extra expense for low-income students, so making sure that those costs are covered also reduces student stress.

Last year, approximately 50 students were provided school supplies to ensure successful kickoffs within their various programs. “By providing services to our students, we give them their best opportunity to succeed,” explained Thrash. “That success translates into productive members of our community that contribute to the economic vitality of the market we serve.”

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development of the surrounding areas. “Education and training are keys to economic development. TCT students are provided superior training and will leave the halls of our campus to become successful members of society,” explained Froemming. “Our local economy will undoubtedly benefit from the additional labor that has received training at TCT.” Through education, individuals will have the opportunity to obtain the career they need to create richer and healthier lifestyles. “I see families all the time who are positively affected by assistance from the Foundation, these students are doing everything they can to provide a better future for themselves and their families,” mentioned Laci Davis, TCT Enrollment Services Specialist. “Watching them walk across the stage at graduation or seeing them in action at their new job makes me proud of the things that TCT is doing to help them be successful.”

Albert Pike once said, “What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal.”

Support the Tri County Tech Foundation by attending the Kendra Scott jewelry shopping event with 20% of sales benefiting TCTF. November 2nd, 5PM Haskell Loft - 115 Frank Phillips Blvd For more information contact Lisa.Froemming@ tricountytech.edu or call (918)331-3275

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