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Happy Father’s Day Coronado!
Father’s Day is more than a date on the calendar— it’s a heartfelt celebration of the men who have shaped our lives with strength, wisdom, humor, and unwavering support.
In the June edition of the Coronado Magazine, we honor the countless roles that fathers play: mentor, protector, teacher, friend—and the profound impact they have on families and communities. This issue is a tribute to dads of all kinds: biological fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, and father figures who step up every day to make a difference.
Join us as Dawn explores the Art of Fatherhood, and the evolving role of art as the narrative of our world … Lauren looks at the history of Father’s Day in America, and Hattie and Chris both explore their love of the Martini … I wonder if they both watched a James Bond move this month? Berie Grobe shares with us the story of Island Icon Susie Vetter … Safe Harbor Coronado celebrates another successful Mental Health & Wellness Fair … and Kris takes us on a tour of Oklahoma City, quite the journey!
Whether you’re celebrating your own dad, reminiscing about a father no longer with you, or reflecting on your own journey through fatherhood … here’s to the dads (and grandads) who fix, build, guide, support, and love, Thank You!
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The Art of Fatherhood
Sonora Louise Smart was just 16 years old when her mother died in 1898. Ten years later, sitting in church as mothers were being honored, she had a thought. Surely her father, Civil War veteran William Jackson Smart, raising six children on his own, also deserved a special day of recognition. It wasn’t until 1972, though, that President Nixon signed her idea of Father’s Day into law.
Of course, Father’s Day isn’t the only time that fathers have been recognized. The history of art is a journey of exploration, revealing their evolving roles over time. Peering through the lens of paintings, sculptures, and photography, we can
PHOTO BY DEREK EMGE
PHOTO BY DEREK EMGE
“It wasn’t until 1972, though, that President Nixon signed her idea of Father’s Day into law.”
discover a vibrant narrative of fatherhood across the ages.
Classical art from early Greece and Rome portrayed the paters as robust muscular figures of strength and protectors of the family. These towering titans were sometimes represented as mythological figures symbolizing wisdom, moral integrity, and guidance.
During the Renaissance, we begin to see these powerful figures touched with a tad more emotion and tenderness, as seen in the works of Caravaggio, along with Raphael’s School of Athens featuring paternal figures as wise intellectuals, guiding the young generations toward knowledge.
It was during the Enlightenment that fathers began to be depicted
in a more progressive view, capturing them in intimate family settings, suggesting a more active role in their children’s upbringing and education. This shift mirrored changing sociocultural values where emotional support was beginning to be more accepted.
Then, in the 19th and 20th centuries, the Impressionists continued the trend, showing fathers in more candid scenes, emphasizing affection and time spent with them.
Finally, in today’s world, artists are more bold in reflecting a broader spectrum of experiences, including vulnerability, struggles, and insecurities, capturing the essence of modern dads in a rapidly changing world. We find alternative family forms in Western society, such as
PHOTO BY DEREK EMGE
PHOTO BY DEREK EMGE
“Speaking of animals, here’s one from the world of make believe ... ”
single dads, stay-at-home dads, and fathers playing a larger role in caretaking.
Here at home, our artists continue to define and explore fatherhood through their art in celebration of their children and family life.
Local photographer Derek Emge reveals his family’s Father’s Day traditions. “As a father of two young adults, I look back with fondness at Father’s Days gone by. If I asked my kids what Father’s Day meant to them, I’m pretty sure their responses would match: In our family, we have always celebrated this day with two key activities and three key ingredients. Since our kids could walk, it has been our tradition to grab three body boards and head to the beach for our own little dad-plus-kids session in the waves. This was super cute when the kids were tiny, and great fun when our son was older, a surfer, and normally wouldn’t be caught dead near a body board. We would race; we would run over each other; we would wipeout; we would (sometimes) get stung by jellies; and we would (often) shiver; but what fun we always had.
After our session, we always headed to the kitchen for activity number two. Here, my wife had a huge spread ready for her hungry surfers. Between bites we would tell her all about the best waves and gnarliest wipeouts. And the key ingredients to this special day? Laughter, Fun, and a lot of Love.
Being a photographer with kids means I have a ready source of subjects for anything new that I might want to try. When I want
Kent Kraber’s whimsical 10-foot tall, 350-pound sculpture “Imagine the Sea Dragon” regally welcomes our little ones into the Library.
Though Kent, sadly, passed away recently, his wife Barbara shares a slice of his life as father and grandfather. “Kent did so much art for his kids,” she says, “building them toy chests like pirates’ treasure chests, leaded art glass, and so much more.”
His son follows in his footsteps with his love of building, while his daughter engages in painting and drawing. Another of Kent’s dragons, Catching the Wind, was willed to his grandson after proudly serving the public in La Mesa.
It seems only fitting to feature Kent and “Ima” as we celebrate Father’s Day.
to experiment with new lighting for the studio or a new lens for the water camera, my kids know it’s up to them to smile, be serious, act goofy, or get deep in a barrel. Now that the kids have flown the coop, it’s times like Father’s Day that I get them back to experiment again. What this year will bring remains to be seen, but it is always fun!”
Artist Jean Pierre Marques credits his uncle for influencing his artistic direction. In defining a father’s role, he says, “A father is a guide who lights the path for his children, while giving them the freedom to discover their own way. He loves them unconditionally, respects their individuality, and supports them without imposing, allowing them to grow into who they are meant to be.”
We’d be remiss, though, if we overlooked our local wildlife com-
munity.
Retired professor and local historian Refugio Rochin plays host to 20 families of Great Blue Herons in his yard’s Torrey Pine. Watching these feathered guardians nurture their young inspired his poem: Day after day, I stand tall—not just to guard, but to guide. I fly far to find what we need, then return with open wings and a full heart. And every time I hear your chirps, see your wings stretch a little farther, I know it’s all worth it.
You remind me why I balance stillness with strength, why patience matters, and why love—like the sky—is vast and ever-changing, yet always present.
Thank you for making this old heron proud to call this nest home.
With all my sky-wide love, Dad Heron
PHOTO BY JEAN PIERRE MARQUES
PHOTO BY REFUGIO ROCHIN
The Sirens
By Emilia Hart
Book Corner
WHAT PEOPLE ARE READING THIS MONTH
A spellbinding novel about sisters separated by centuries, but bound together by the sea, from the author of the runaway New York Times bestseller Weyward.
Lucy awakens from a dream to find her hands around her exlover’s throat. Horrified, she flees to her older sister’s house on the Australian coast, hoping she can help explain the strangely vivid nightmare that preceded the attack—but Jess is nowhere to be found. As Lucy awaits her return, the rumors surrounding Jess’s strange small town start to emerge. Numerous men have gone missing at sea, spread over decades. A tiny baby was found hidden in a cave. And sailors tell of hearing women’s voices on the waves. Desperate for answers, Lucy finds and begins to read her sister’s adolescent diary…
A breathtaking tale of female resilience and the bonds of sisterhood across time and space, The Sirens captures the power of dreams and the mystery and magic of the sea.
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone
By Lori Gottlieb
One day, Lori Gottlieb is a therapist who helps patients in her Los Angeles practice. The next, a crisis causes her world to come crashing down. Enter Wendell, the quirky but seasoned therapist in whose office she suddenly lands. With his balding head, cardigan, and khakis, he seems to have come straight from Therapist Central Casting. Yet he will turn out to be anything but.
As Gottlieb explores the inner chambers of her patients’ lives - a self-absorbed Hollywood producer, a young newlywed diagnosed with a terminal illness, a senior citizen threatening to end her life on her birthday if nothing gets better, and a 20-something who can’t stop hooking up with the wrong guys - she finds that the questions they are struggling with are the very ones she is now bringing to Wendell.
The Art of Hearing Heartbeats
By Jan-Philipp Sendker
A poignant and inspirational love story set in Burma, The Art of Hearing Heartbeats spans the decades between the 1950s and the present. When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace, neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be...until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago, to a Burmese woman they have never heard of. Intent on solving the mystery and coming to terms with her father’s past, Julia decides to travel to the village where the woman lived. There, she uncovers a tale of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and passion that will reaffirm the reader’s belief in the power of love to move mountains.
Such a Fun Age
By Kiley Reid
Alix Chamberlain is a woman who gets what she wants and has made a living, with her confidence-driven brand, showing other women how to do the same. So she is shocked when her babysitter, Emira Tucker, is confronted while watching the Chamberlains’ toddler one night, walking the aisles of their local high-end supermarket. The store’s security guard, seeing a young black woman out late with a white child, accuses Emira of kidnapping two-year-old Briar. A small crowd gathers, a bystander films everything, and Emira is furious and humiliated. Alix resolves to make things right.
But Emira herself is aimless, broke, and wary of Alix’s desire to help. At twenty-five, she is about to lose her health insurance and has no idea what to do with her life. When the video of Emira unearths someone from Alix’s past, both women find themselves on a crash course that will upend everything they think they know about themselves, and each other.
With empathy and piercing social commentary, Such a Fun Age explores the stickiness of transactional relationships, what it means to make someone “family,” and the complicated reality of being a grown-up. It is a searing debut for our times.
The History and Evolution of Father’s Day in America
By LAUREN BOOMER
Father’s Day, celebrated on the third Sunday in June, has a rich history in the United States that dates back over a century. This holiday, dedicated to honoring fathers and father figures, has evolved significantly since its inception, reflecting changes in society and family dynamics.
The concept of a special day to honor fathers emerged in the early 20th century, partly as a response to the growing recognition of Mother’s Day. The first known observance of Father’s Day took place on July 5, 1908, in Fairmont, West Virginia. A local church held a service to celebrate fathers, particularly in memory of the men who had died in a mining accident. This initial observance set the stage for a broader recognition of fathers in American culture.
It wasn’t until 1924 that President Calvin Coolidge recommended the establishment of a national Father’s Day to honor all fathers and their contributions to society. His endorsement marked a significant step toward formal recognition of the holiday, but it wasn’t until the 1930s that Father’s Day began to gain momentum. Various groups, including the Father’s Day Council, worked tirelessly to promote the holiday, advocating for nationwide recognition.
One notable figure in this movement was Sonora Smart Dodd. Inspired by her father, a Civil War veteran raising six children alone, Dodd became a passionate advocate for Father’s Day. She organized the first statewide celebration
in Washington in 1910, which helped to raise awareness and support for the holiday.
In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a proclamation declaring the third Sunday in June as Father’s Day, solidifying its status as a national holiday. This formal recognition encouraged families nationwide to celebrate and acknowledge the vital role fathers play in their lives.
By 1972, Father’s Day was made a permanent national holiday, ensuring its place in the American calendar. This development marked a turning point, as the holiday began to shift from a day of commemoration to a time for family gatherings and celebrations.
Photo by Juliane Liebermann
Today, Father’s Day is celebrated in various ways, often marked by gifts, cards, and special outings with loved ones. It honors biological fathers and recognizes father figures and male role models in diverse family structures. The evolution of Father’s Day reflects the changing dynamics of family life and the growing acknowledgment of different types of parenthood.
In recent years, the holiday has also been embraced as a time for gratitude towards all those who fulfill the role of a father, regardless of traditional definitions. As society continues to evolve, so does the meaning of Father’s Day, allowing for a broader and more inclusive celebration.
As we approach Father’s Day this year, on Sunday, June 15, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the holiday’s history and what it represents today. Whether through a simple card, a heartfelt conversation, or a day spent together, celebrating the fathers and father figures in our lives is a meaningful way to honor their contributions. This day not only commemorates the role of fathers but also highlights the importance of family and connection in our lives.
Photo by Derek Thomson
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By HATTIE FOOTE
Ilove martinis. Dirty, extra cold, vodka martinis with regular olives if I’m being specific. Something about those frosty glasses, that burn, just makes me feel like a classy, mysterious broad. This classic cocktail can be quite polarizing; I have friends who will drink them happily with me, and others who proclaim I am a disgusting human drinking lighter fluid! I feel it is my neighborly duty to guide you to some of my local favorite spots to have a Tini Tuesday (or Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday)!
First of all, glassware matters; I don’t make the rules, it just does. I was recently poolside and my drink was served in a small plastic water cup, which was finished with two olives stabbed with a toothpick. Not to be dramatic, but I wanted to cry. And to add insult to injury, it DID taste like lighter fluid. I also had one at The Little Club that was exactly what you would expect from The Little Club: short and stout. I like them just fine from The Henry, Serea, & Dive, but there is one spot that reigns supreme in my eyes. Stake is that girl. I will say with my whole chest that it is the best happy hour in town. Serving a martini so beautiful and so crisp, you hear angels sing when you take your first sip. Pair that with the most epic appetizers like oysters, flatbread, and filet mignon skewers, and you are locked in for a great night.
I have had the best martini of my life, and the worst, both while on vacation. My all-time favorite was a magical date night in London with James Bond, aka my husband Chris. We went to The Connaught, and they had a MARTINI TROLLEY! It was so posh, and I can’t believe I went 40 years without experiencing this. An experience I wish I could forget was just recently this past spring break. A big group of us headed to Palm Desert, looking for sunshine and swimming. We stayed at a resort with questionable pool water during not only a 3-day sandstorm, but a 3-day OB-GYN conference as well. Everyone was tired and hungry, and seeing as our dining choices were limited, we chose an Italian restaurant on the property that could accommodate 25 of us. Our table looked comical and reminiscent of a small wedding. We ordered probably 80 pounds of butter noodles for the kids and drinks for the adults. Now listen, we are not complainers; in fact, it is my nightmare to send things back that aren’t up to par. When I tell you we sent our martinis back multiple times, at one point, the waiter brought out a giant glass of vermouth that nobody knew what to do with. We one hundred percent were being judged by the amount of warm vodka we had sitting on our table. Sometimes a tini is just not meant to be!
There are so many variations of the drink, an espresso martini being one of them, and it’s having a moment! Hot tip: Always ask if you can get it decaf so you aren’t up and wired, and vacuuming at 3 a.m.! If you venture over the bridge, Nolita Hall has the best Girl Dinner special, truffle fries, Caesar salad, vodka pasta, and an espresso martini for $30. The vibes are immaculate, and fun fact, the owners are opening a new Coronado restaurant soon! It’s going to be fab, and I can guarantee they will serve A+ martinis! So, cheers to summer, everyone, and rest assured, despite the big vodka energy I’m giving this month, I also drink plenty of water and green juice. It’s called balance!
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FROZEN CHERRY ESPRESSO MARTINI
Can you hear the sounds of sleeping children late into the afternoon? Feel the heat of the sun as you read a book at the beach? The preparation and planning for a trip that will take the family to exciting places. This is the beginning of SUMMER!
No matter how old we get, it is impossible to not remember looking forward to the end of school and the beginning of time with friends. Riding bikes, beach days, travel, and even summer jobs. Summer enables us to have a break in our routines and spend a bit more time with the people we love discovering something new. There are also many things to celebrate in June. Graduation ceremonies from high school and college fill our calendars. There never seems to be enough tissue as we watch our kids take the next big step toward a life of their own. Commencement is the culmination of years of hard work for both parents and students.
One of the true definitions of summertime is the Summer Solstice. June 20th at 7:41pm is that moment in 2025. This
is when the earths tilt toward the sun is at a maximum, and the sun appears at its highest elevation. While that may be too much science for some, in simpler terms, it’s the day of the year with the most daylight. Extended daylight is said to create a better mood in us humans and a stronger ability to relax and create. Regardless of the star, sun and moon gazing charts, it’s extra time to spend outside, have picnics and outside dinners, and daylight for gardening and parties.
While we have the extra sunshine, Father’s Day is the highlight celebration. June 15th means it’s time for Dad’s to get pampered and praised for all they mean to us. Dad’s take us to the father/daughter dance, cheer at every sporting event, give a stern look to the new boyfriend, and inspire their children to work hard to do great things. The men that symbolize a father in our lives are special and provide us with guidance and strength. So, it’s time to pamper the dad’s as they sit in their chair and relax with a cool summertime drink. Because REAL DADS DRINK FROZEN DRINKS!!
INGREDIENTS
• 3 ounces vodka
• 2 ounces coffee liqueur
• 1-ounce vanilla syrup
• 3-4 ounces frozen espresso
• 1.5 cups frozen cherries (use fresh dark sweet cherries)
• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum (can be left out)
• 1 cup ice
• Martini glass
HINT: Make espresso ahead of time and freeze in ice cube tray.
MIXOLOGY
Pour vodka, coffee liqueur, vanilla syrup, frozen espresso and cherries into a blender. Add ice. Blend until well mixed. Consistency should be like a frozen drink. Pour into a chilled martini glass. Trim glass with a cherry.
Tomatoes are a powerhouse of nutrition, packed with vitamins C and K, potassium, and the antioxidant lycopene, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. These colorful fruits are not just beneficial for your health; they can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. From fresh summer salads to hearty sauces, tomatoes shine in dishes like Caprese salad, where their juicy sweetness pairs perfectly with mozzarella and basil. You can also toss them into a stir-fry, blend them into a refreshing gazpacho, or roast them for a rich flavor boost in pasta. Though tomatoes often rank among the most polarizing fruits (you either love them or hate them), there’s no denying that they are a versatile ingredient that can add both health benefits and deliciousness to your meals all summer long.
Island Icon:
Susie Vetter
By BERIE GROBE, Coronado Historical Association Volunteer
Many wonder what it might have been like to live in Coronado during a simpler time. Just ask Susie (Susan Elizabeth) Vetter, known as “Susie with the laughing face” to friends, family, and others. She breathes life into everyone’s day. “I don’t think of myself as very exciting, but my friends all say I am,” she says with a recognizable chuckle and a twinkle in her eye. Susie is passionate about the City of Coronado, a trait once used to describe her late father, Dr. Paul Vetter, back when Capt. Al Ovrom headed the “Vetter for Better” committee to support his candidacy for appointment as Mayor. To know Susie Vetter is to learn about Coronado during a simpler and happier time.
Susie was born and raised in Coronado during the peaceful years following World War II, before the bridge was built. Her stories evoke the wonder and magic of Crown City as a carefree village where children could thrive. Born on January 30, 1947, to Dr. William Paul Vetter and Dr. Ethel Waters Vetter, Susie was part of a loving family. Paul had retired from the Navy in 1942 and attended USC dental school, while Ethel continued her practice as a pediatrician in Coronado. Susie was one of three siblings, with an older sister, Christine (who eventually became a Superior Court Judge), and a younger brother, Loc (a renowned orthopedic surgeon). She laughingly characterizes herself as the “middle child,” destined to find the world as a place where everything is fun. “That’s what middle children do.”
Coronado was a small village with no stop signs or traffic lights. Living across from the bay before the golf course was built, Susie and her siblings would walk to the water’s edge and pretend they were walking into quicksand to see how far they could go. For fun, she and her friends would sneak out of the window at night and run around Coronado after dark. If a policeman went by, they would just hide in the bushes. Some nights were spent sneaking into the Del, where
they would run around, invade the mattress room, and tell ghost stories before sneaking out again. Saturdays found her at the Village Theatre, where 50 cents would buy a movie plus popcorn and a Coke. She recalls Burt Kramer, the manager who tried to keep the kids in line and oversaw the many birthday parties there. Later, she remembers eating at a restaurant called Kay’s Chalet, the site of Coronado Lock & Key today, and the place of her first date with Richie Vernetti. Summers were spent at the Beach & Tennis Club at the Del, where swimming
instructor “George” taught kids to swim in the then saltwater pool. The family also attended the club’s monthly parties.
Being a City Councilman and Mayor’s daughter was “exciting”, but Susie was always “in trouble” and found it hard to stay under the radar. She never liked being the center of attention, but those who know Susie well will tell you that she definitely is just that. “High school was exciting,” but her parents thought it was a bit too much, so they moved her to the Convent of Sacred Heart.
Susie went on to college but returned home to become her father’s dental assistant for 12 ½ years. She moved to Tierra Santa for a while until she gained enough equity to purchase her own condo at The Monterrey, her parents’ first home in Coronado. She volunteered at the Coronado Historical Association until she became a San Diego Old Town Trolley driver for 11 years. Of that, she laughingly says, “I loved talking to people about Coronado because I spent half of my life at the Hotel Del misbehaving.” Then she adds, “I also loved doing that because you have people coming from all over the world to learn about your city…it was a beautiful experience.”
Susie served as the President of the Coronado Women’s Golf Association, the President of the San Diego Council of Ski Clubs, and even spent a few years on
the lawn bowling green. With her love of the Crown City, she designed and wears a crown necklace and earrings. Her golf cart and lawn bowls both bear a crown logo. “I am passionate about this city. It’s my home. When I lived in Tierra Santa, every time I crossed the bridge to see my mother, I would say to myself, I’ve just got to get back here. So, when they said they were converting The Monterrey to condominiums, I was the first to buy.”
Susie would tell her mischievous 16-year-old self, “Believe in yourself but keep your friends close, because I know how important that is.” You can see Susie many mornings with her labradoodle, Jersey Girl, strolling the beach walk at the Del. If you do, invite her to sit on a bench with you and regale you with many more stories of early Coronado and all her friends
True to its mission to serve as Coronado’s primary center for community history, the Coronado Historical Association (CHA) conducts special oral history interviews with Coronado natives and long-time residents. This special, ongoing project is called “Island Icons.” Oral history is critical to capturing local history because it helps us record information and stories that might otherwise go undocumented. Local history is not included in national textbooks or history books, so it is up to organizations like CHA to collect these important first-hand accounts and memories for the future. Island Icons stories are permanently archived at CHA. More information about the program can be found at coronadohistoryexhibit.org.
Comprehensive mental health and wellness is an imperative community goal.
SAFE HARBOR CORONADO: ANNIE GARDNER
Mental Health & Wellness Fair
Spring in Coronado brings the celebration of many time-honored and beloved traditions. One of the newest spring events is the Mental Health and Wellness Fair hosted by Safe Harbor Coronado and sponsored by the Coronado Community Foundation. In its second year, the event welcomed the community to try engaging activities, participate in interesting breakout sessions, and meet-up with community partners focused on mental and physical health and wellness.
This year’s fair focused on growing relationships as the cornerstone of connection and community and provided an opportunity to bring the entire Coronado community together. With interactive displays, from Lego construction, to self-defense and kickboxing, to lawn bowling, and special breakout presentations which included healthy eating and understanding how to help manage anxiety, along with special exhibits from local vendors and resources, there was a little something for everyone. Most importantly, it was a chance to bridge the gap between generations and
“Safe Harbor’s programs are available to all members of the Coronado community, regardless of financial means.”
come together as a community to promote a healthy lifestyle for both mental and physical health. Attendees were able to build a toolbox of local and national resources, while connecting with other community members through activities, conversation, wellness and fun.
Perhaps one of the biggest outcomes from the Safe Harbor Mental Health and Wellness Fair was the clear evidence of the power of relationships. When we can all join forces for a common goal, it creates a supportive and collaborative platform for growth as
a community. Health and Wellness is a tremendously broad and comprehensive topic that often means something different to each unique individual – which makes it a nebulous spectrum that is not easily covered by one group. Yet, it is through collaboration, and our support of each other, that we can champion our causes together. This brings recognition, unity and support to help us all achieve wellbeing.
Comprehensive mental health and wellness is an imperative community goal. This year’s Mental Health and Wellness Fair was a shining example of collabora-
“The Mental Health and Wellness Fair is hosted by Safe Harbor Coronado, and sponsored by the Coronado Community Foundation.”
tion and community connection. By coming together yearly to build relationships, to highlight our community resources, to connect across the generations, to support each other’s goals, and to learn from each other, our community will become more mentally and physically healthy and resilient. Afterall, we are truly stronger, and healthier together.
Safe Harbor Coronado provides comprehensive mental health services to youth and families in Coronado. Through a range of programs and counseling services, Safe Harbor Coronado empowers individuals to build resilience and emotional well-being while fostering a stigma-free environment for helpseeking behaviors. Safe Harbor’s programs are available to all members of the Coronado community, regardless of financial means. For more information about Safe Harbor Coronado, their programs and services, visit www. safeharborcoronado.org.
Introducing Our New Partnership
Welcoming New Advisor, Tyler Mathews
I am very excited and proud to announce that after 36 years of selling the lifestyle here in Coronado, I have taken on local agent Tyler Mathews as my Partner.
Tyler began his real estate career with our team nearly a decade ago and quickly became a valued part of our group at Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty. Over the years, he has gained recognition for his leadership, strong work ethic, and dedication to his clients and the Coronado community he calls home.
After building a successful San Diego-based team, Tyler is returning his focus to Coronado—where he lives with his wife Ashley and their two children. He brings valuable experience in marketing, technology, and team building, along with a deep commitment to service.
Together, as Aurich Mathews & Associates, we’re combining our strengths to deliver the same trusted service with new energy, innovation, and expanded support. With the backing of Sotheby’s International Realty’s global reach and marketing power, we’re here to guide you with care and excellence.
This isn’t a slow down or phase out, it’s a ramp up that is client focused!
And yes, I still answer my phone.
Financial Focus® Is Your Retirement at Risk?
It’s important to save for retirement, but only half of Americans have calculated how much money they’ll need, according to the 2024 Retirement Confidence Survey by the Employee Benefit Research Institute. Yet without knowing how much you’ll need, it’s hard to know if you’re on track to reach your goals for retirement.
Here are a few considerations to help shape your retirement savings strategy.
Calculate how much you’ll need.
You may dream of retiring “comfortably,” but how do you define “comfortable” in terms of actual money? Take the time to outline how much you spend now, and how much you think you’ll spend in retirement. That will help you understand how much you need to save now to afford the retirement lifestyle you want later. A financial advisor can help with resources and knowledge for building and managing your retirement strategy.
Start saving now.
It’s easy to procrastinate, especially if you are younger and further away from retirement. But the earlier you start, the less you may need to save from each paycheck to build your funds over time. If you’re closer to retirement, you can take advantage of catch-up contributions to most 401(k), 403(b), governmental 457 plans, and the federal government’s Thrift Savings Plan. If you’re 50 or older, you can save an extra $7,500 pretax to your retirement account beyond the standard total limit of $23,500 allowed in 2025. Those 60–63 years old can contribute an extra $11,250 above the standard total limit to these plans. That’s an annual total of $31,000 for people ages 50 and older, or $34,750 for those 60–63 years old in pretax retirement plan contributions.
Take the right amount of risk.
You may think it’s risky to put money away for retirement instead of keeping it handy for discretionary spending. But the biggest risk of all is not reaching your retirement goal. For example, a portfolio that’s all in cash will have little increasing value over time and won’t provide any growth potential, even to keep up with inflation. It’s as if you’re losing money every year. Then again, if your investments are only keeping up with inflation, your money is not growing. Consider growth investments to help build the funds you’ll need in retirement. The key is ensuring you have the appropriate amount of risk, not too much, but not too little, to achieve your growth goals.
Save separately for emergencies.
To protect your hard-earned retirement savings, build an emergency fund separate from your long-term investments. It can help ensure you have what you need to cover surprises like a large auto repair, unexpected medical bills, temporary loss of income from changing jobs, or early retirement caused by health issues. For most people, three to six months’ worth of total expenses is an appropriate amount for an emergency fund. And you’ll want to keep it in an accessible, low-risk account that holds cash and equivalents. Above all, try to avoid taking money from your long-term retirement investments. Doing so could result in taxes, penalties, and reductions to your overall principal investment, all of which could affect your retirement savings.
Retirement should be an exciting time to enjoy what you’ve worked so hard to earn. Planning for what you’ll need and protecting those savings can help ensure a comfortable future.
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Oklahoma City A Modern Frontier with Deep Roots
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“O-O-O-Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain….”
The familiar tune from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! often drifts into the minds of travelers bound for the Sooner State, and nowhere does that song feel more grounded in place than in Oklahoma City.
Both urban and unpretentious, cosmopolitan and country, the city is a living tribute to the American West, a profound site of remembrance, a celebration of Indigenous heritage and a capital of surprising culinary delights.
Oklahoma City’s roots are as dramatic as any Western saga. It was born on April 22, 1889, when some 50,000 settlers rushed into the “Unassigned Lands” of central Oklahoma during the Land Run. In just a single day, what was once open prairie turned into a makeshift city of tents and wagon wheels.
Ever wonder why Oklahoma is known as the “Sooner State?” When the government opened those two million
acres of unassigned lands and thousands lined up along its borders, some individuals surreptitiously entered the territory ahead of time, illegally staking their claims before the designated start. These early entrants were dubbed “Sooners,” due to their premature actions.
Initially, “Sooner” carried a negative connotation, but over time became a symbol of the pioneering spirit and determination of Oklahoma’s settlers. In 1908, the University of Oklahoma adopted “Sooners” as the nickname for its athletic teams. Go figure.
Oklahoma City spans 621 square miles, making it the eighth largest city per square mile in the country. But I found it easy to navigate, with a handy visitors guide that focused on noteworthy neighborhoods in the city, “districts” that I was eager to explore.
Traveling east on I-40? Plan a three-or-four-day stopover in Oklahoma City – or OKC as the locals call it. By either name, it’s a destination on the rise, a “Modern Frontier” whose people will welcome you with open arms.
The Oklahoma Land Run Monument is a series of 45 bronze sculptures by Oklahoma native Paul Moore. Photo courtesy ofVisit Oklahoma City
Sacred ground at the Oklahoma City National Memorial
No visit to Oklahoma City is complete without paying respects at the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, a powerful tribute to the 168 lives taken in the 1995 bombing of the Murrah Federal Building. I have been to this memorial three times now, and its impact resonated just as deeply on my third visit as my first.
This is the 30th anniversary year of the terrible bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City.
It is best to view the museum before visiting the outside memorial. Your visit will begin in an orientation theatre where you are told it was “a day like any other day.” Then you and a small group will be ushered into a conference room where you will hear an actual audio recording of a hearing of the Water Resources Board, that began at 9 a.m., just across the street. I steeled myself for the blast from the 4,800-pound bomb that I knew was coming at 9:02. As it shattered the hearing room and was heard or felt in cities as far as 60 miles away, the faces of those suddenly lost flashed on the wall before us. Then doors opened to what is called the “chaos room” where a chilling hour-byhour account recounts that fateful day. Actual local news reports are screened, while debris including actual computers and office equipment and personal items such as watches, shoes and eyeglasses are displayed.
In the entire museum there is only one reference to the perpetrator by name and I’m purposely excluding it from this narrative. But his car without a license plate, which caused it to be pulled over by an Oklahoma Highway Patrol officer just 90 minutes after the bombing, is on display. He was taken into custody for driving without a license plate and carrying an unregistered concealed weapon.
In fact, the meticulous process investigators went through to locate and arrest the perpetrators is presented here in detail. After the explosion, forensic teams sifted through the rubble. A key breakthrough came when they found a rear axle with a partial VIN
The museum includes a Gallery of Honor with photos, precious artifacts and interactive videos from family members and other loved ones.
number, which is one of the museum exhibits. It helped investigators trace the truck to a Ryder rental agency in Junction City, Kansas. From there, composite drawings were composed from rental agency employees and a
nearby motel where the person using the alias of “Robert B. King” had stayed. It wasn’t long before the drawing was shown to those holding in custody the driver without the license plate.
A room depicting the horror and destruction of the bombing is recreated including a clock frozen in time.
The Oklahoma Standard
What I found most moving and personally inspiring as I made my way through the museum were the stories of rescue and recovery in which “service, honor and kindness” came together in a big way on April 19, 1995. It has come to be known as “The Oklahoma Standard.”
The birth of The Oklahoma Standard began when shocked residents across the state responded immediately and instinctively to media reports for needed items. Some examples: In anticipation of hundreds of critically injured survivors, people lined up to give blood. By early afternoon, lines flowed out the doors and into parking lots at donation locations. Food and water began pouring in for rescue works. Retail outlets cleared store shelves to donate work gloves, flashlights and batteries. At the Myriad Convention Center, five blocks from the Murrah Building, the Oklahoma Restaurant Association’s annual trade show featuring kitchen equipment and food displays was immediately cancelled. Instead, the food and equipment intended for the show
was used to feed hundreds of rescue workers and volunteers. Telephone companies provided cell phones. Clergy and mental health professionals arrived to offer assistance. Rescue workers from visiting states and journalists were so moved by the way Oklahomans took care of each other that they referred to it as “The Oklahoma Standard.” A fire fighter from California held up a dollar bill, which he called “My Oklahoma Dollar,” because he didn’t spend a single dollar in the state, as people took care of his every need. The Oklahoma Standard lives on today as the model by which Oklahomans respond to the needs of their neighbors, fellow citizens and communities. I saw it and felt it firsthand throughout my visit.
It was a strong message to me and others to carry with us as we left the museum and proceeded to the memorial grounds: Show up to serve. Rise up to honor. Step up to be kind.
The outdoor memorial is a contemplative space with twin gates, the Gates of Time, framing the
moment of destruction of 9:02 a.m. The East Gate, set at 9:01, represents the innocence before the attack. The 9:03 West Gate marks the moment when healing began.
On the ground that was once 5th Street, calm reflecting waters now inspire visitors to gaze deep inside themselves. The Survivor Tree, a century old American Elm, stands at the highest point of the memorial, as a symbol of strength and resilience.
The Field of Empty chairs is perhaps the most poignant feature of the memorial. Located where the Murrah Federal Building once stood, the bronze chairs are arranged in nine rows that reflect the floors where those who were killed were working or visiting. The 19 smaller chairs represent the children. The chairs light up at night as beacons of hope. On the Survivor Wall, more than 600 names of those who survived the blast are etched upon the Murrah Federal Building’s only remaining wall.
The Field of Empty Chairs is arranged in nine rows corresponding to the nine floors of the building. The 19 smaller chairs represent the children.
Cowboy Culture Reimagined
The American West lives on at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, one of Oklahoma City’s premier attractions and the nation’s instead of kitschy saloon props, the museum presents a serious, beautifully curated homage to the myths and realities of the frontier.
It boasts an impressive collection of Western art, including works by Frederic Remington and Charles Marion Russell, as well as rotating exhibitions that delve into cowboy life, rodeo culture and the enduring impact of Western cinema. “Prosperity Junction” is a life-sized replica of a turn-of-the-century cattle town, complete with a schoolhouse and blacksmith shop. In one room more than 1,000 types of barbed wire are on display (who knew?), and others featured collections of boots, saddles and spurs, even a Prairie sod house.
But truth be told, my favorite part of the museum was the American cinema section, with tableaus of some of the old TV western series, such as Gunsmoke. It pulled me back to the ‘60s when my family gathered around our black and white TV. There was James Arness as Matt Dillon and Amanda Blake as Miss Kitty, and the rest of the cast. The cinema section featured portraits and tributes to such legends as John Wayne, Joel McCrea, Gary Cooper, Jimmy Stewart and Walter Brennan, and one standout maven, Barbara Stanwyck.
Chuckwagons were of huge importance to cowboys working the range.
Ken Curtis as Festus, James Arness as Matt Dillon and Amanda Blake as Miss Kitty, all part of the TV series, Gunsmoke.
Honoring the First Americans
A counterpoint to the cowboy narrative is found just a few miles down the road: the First Americans Museum opened in 2021, after many years of starts, fits, and stops.
It represents all 39 federally recognized tribes with ancestral ties to Oklahoma.
Only a few tribal nations were indigenous to what is now the State of Oklahoma. All others were removed from homelands across the contiguous U.S. to Indian Territory. In 1907 Oklahoma became the 46th state to enter the union. The state’s name comes from two Choctaw words “Okla” and “Homma” meaning Red People.
Visitors walk through OKLA HOMMA, a 30,000-square-foot exhibit that chronicles the centuries-long journey of Indigenous peoples – from ancient civilizations to forced removals to present-day cultural revival.
Here, the stories are told in first person narrative. Its striking earthintegrated architecture evokes the land itself, and its storytelling approach is both immersive and inclusive.
The museum often hosts live performances, art demonstrations and food tastings at its on-site restaurant, Thirty-Nine, where indigenous chefs reclaim traditional ingredients like bison, corn and wild berries in creative culinary dishes.
The museum officially opened on Sept. 18, 2021, after decades of delays,
funding challenges and planning setbacks. Construction began in 2006, but stalled in 2012, due to a funding shortfall, including a major funding gap when the State of Oklahoma halted its financial support. The museum’s completion was made possible largely by the Chickasaw Nation, which provided a $27 million investment, and also provided project management experience.
The Chickasaw Nation also spearheaded the OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark that opened last month on the Oklahoma riverfront just opposite the museum. It features a 404-room resort hotel, a 100,000-square-foot indoor water park, a 200,000-square-foot outdoor water park, restaurants, retail shops and a riverfront amphitheater. Parents of teens and preteens: Think about staying here, and you’ll have those kids forever in your debt.
Capital Views and Public Art
Towering over a northeast quadrant of the city is the Oklahoma State Capitol, unique in that it sits atop active oil wells – one of which, the historic Petunia No. 1, is visible from the grounds.
Completed in 1917, the Capitol was not crowned with a dome until 2002, fulfilling its original architectural vision. Free guided tours explore ornate murals, stained glass rotundas and the House and Senate chambers.
Don’t miss the massive Guardian statue atop the dome – a bronze warrior sculpted by Seminole Chickasaw artist Enoch Kelly Haney. It is one of many artworks throughout the city that honor Oklahoma’s indigenous and pioneer pasts.
Exterior, First Americans Museum
Oklahoma State Capitol’s dome features the 17-foot-tall Guardian statue by Native American artist and former Oklahoma State Senator Enoch Kelly Haney. Inside the Capitol, visitors can view closeup a nine-foot-tall replica of the sculpture.
Bricktown: Boats, Brews and Baseball
One example of Oklahoma City’s modernity is its Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS) initiative that its citizens passed in December 2009. This self-imposed one-cent sales tax has driven billions in investment, resulting in new public parks, libraries, a new convention center, trails, a modern streetcar system and entertainment venues. It was a major funding vehicle for the one-mile manmade canal that traverses the former warehouse district now called Bricktown.
Four railroad companies had freight operations in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in what is now Bricktown, adjacent to and immediately east of downtown Oklahoma City. Brick warehouses came into being between 1898 and 1903, typically just one and two stories, with increasingly taller structures built between 1903 and 1930.
The decline of the warehouse district began with the onset of the Great Depression, and continued as highway construction diminished railroad operations, with many shippers moving to truck transportation. By 1980 Bricktown had become a cluster of abandoned buildings.
By 1990, Mayor Ron Norick persuaded Oklahoma City residents to approve a series of tax incentives to lure new businesses, but it wasn’t enough. That’s when the city and Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce joined forces to develop the MAPS program.
Funded by MAPS, the Chickasaw Ballpark opened in 1998 and the canal in July 1999.
Today, Bricktown is the heartbeat of Oklahoma City’s downtown. The warehouse district has been revitalized into a buzzing entertainment hub with restaurants, bars and music venues.
Brick-lined streets and restored industrial facades lend character, while modern amenities such as the OKC streetcar, a 16-plex theatre, live music venues and a comedy club, keep the area hopping into the night.
After enjoying a flight of excellent beers and marvelous mango-andshrimp tacos at the original Bricktown
Bricktown is OKC’s thriving entertainment district.
Bricktown Brewery’s original location, pictured, is now part of 21 breweries in five states
Brewery, I hopped aboard the Bricktown Water Taxi. As we glided along the mile-long Bricktown Canal, our friendly guide Amanda pointed out murals, sculptures and popular venues on the route while also telling stories of city’s history. The Oklahoma Land Run Monument, a series of 45 bronze statues that straddles the canal, commemorates the opening of the Unassigned Land in Oklahoma Territory. Artist and Oklahoma native Paul Moore captured the frenzied emotion of the land run participants as they raced to capture their new homesteads. Amanda told us the whole story, including the shifty moves of “Sooners” who had ridden out to claim their stake well before the shotgun start. As we rounded the bend in the canal, one bronze statue depicted a lone Sooner and his horse, who had apparently just stepped into view from behind a tree.
Located at the South End of the canal, the monument is also a city park, with the entrance at 200 Centennial Avenue, just off Reno Avenue between the Bass Pro Shops (another fun Bricktown venue) and the Residence Inn Hotel. The park is open 24 hours a day, but the monument is best viewed during daylight hours.
Bricktown offers an array of culinary experiences. For something special, Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse, named after the legendary Yankees slugger from Oklahoma, offers dry-aged beef and a deep wine list with views of the canal. Another restaurant, “Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill,” is named for the artist’s hit single and offers country favorite menu items like Pork Chops topped with homemade Jalapeño Peach Jam, plus live music.
Speaking of music, Bricktown Summer Nights is a free concert series sponsored by Michelob beer. The
outdoor concerts are held on Fridays at the corner of Oklahoma and Reno avenues and generally run from 6 to 11 p.m. The concerts, along with minorleague baseball at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, lend a festival atmosphere to the area.
The American Banjo Museum at 9 East Sheridan in the heart of Bricktown, is a fun and surprisingly engaging stop, even if you’ve never picked up a banjo. Housed in a colorful, modern space, the museum traces the banjo’s evolution over nearly 400 years, from its African origins to its role in minstrel shows, classical music, ragtime, bluegrass, jazz, folk and pop music. It holds one of the largest banjo collections in the world – more than 300 are on display – and many are beautifully decorated, almost like works of art. The museum features interpretive exhibits, video presentations and performance theaters.
The Legendary Johnny Bench welcomes visitors to Chickasaw Stadium in the Bricktown District.
Right in the heart of downtown OKC, you’ll find the Myriad Botanical Gardens, a 15-acre urban oasis where visitors can enjoy lush gardens, interactive features and a variety of events like concerts, movie nights and gardening workshops throughout the year. The gardens are open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
At the center of the gardens stands the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory, a striking cylindrical structure measuring 224 feet long and 70 feet wide. Inside, it houses diverse collections of tropical and desert plants. Instead it is named in honor of the Inasmuch Foundation, which contributed $2.5 million toward a 2022 renovation. Curious about the foundation’s name, I did a little research and am happy to share it with you here.
The Inasmuch Foundation is a private grant-making foundation based in Oklahoma City, founded by Edith Kinney Gaylord in 1982. It was named after the Bible verse in Matthew 25:40, which states, “Inasmuch as ye
have done it unto one of the least of these, my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” The name reflects Gaylord’s desire for the foundation to aid in the betterment of communities, specifically focusing on community and civic engagement, education, human services, and journalism. The more I read about this lady, the more I liked and respected her. Her father owned The Oklahoman newspaper and other media enterprises throughout the state, where Edith began working as a reporter shortly after graduating in 1939 from Wells College in Aurora, New York with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Three years later she was hired by the Associated Press, working first in New York City and then Washington DC; she was the first female employee on AP’s general news staff. While working for the AP in 1943, Gaylord was assigned to follow Madame Chiang Kai-shek, the First Lady of China, on her tour of the United States. In 1944, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt called her own press conference, the first First Lady to do so, and she insisted that any journalist covering the second
conference be a woman. The AP assigned Gaylord, who later served as Mrs. Roosevelt’s media liaison. After returning to Oklahoma after World War II to learn the business side of her family’s newspaper enterprise, Gaylord returned to the AP in 1953, where she was assigned to cover Queen Elizabeth’s coronation.
Gaylord returned permanently to Oklahoma and the family business in 1963, serving as a member of the board of directors and corporate secretary for The Oklahoma Publishing Company. She quietly began her philanthropy efforts in the 1960s, often donating anonymously to those in need. In 1982 she founded the Inasmuch Foundation and the Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation to carry out her giving; the organizations were merged in 2014.
Edith Gaylord died on January 28, 2001 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Oklahoma City, the same hospital where she had been born 84 years earlier.
The Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory houses collections of tropical and desert plants.
Arts Districts
One aspect of OKC that caught me by surprise are its lively arts and cultural districts. I stumbled upon the Paseo Arts District after photographing the nearby Tower Theatre, a Route 66 icon. What a lovely area, with 20 colorful galleries featuring 80 artists mingled with interesting restaurants, shoe and clothing boutiques along a curved two-block avenue. There’s a vegan donut shop, and one of my new favorite bookstores.
On a Sunday morning, I stopped into Literati Press bookstore and met Kristen Grace, who has been with the shop since it opened and is a longtime friend of the owner, Charles Martin. She told me she happily works six days a week, lives just a block or two away and walks to work.
The shop sells books, of course, but also holds writer’s workshops and authors readings. In keeping with the art throughout the Paseo, the shop displays works by Chris Marciszewski, an Oklahoma City-based artist whose watercolors and oil paintings of local landmarks and cultural icons, such as the Milk Bottle Building on Route 66 and the Oklahoma State Capitol, reflect a deep appreciation for the region’s heritage.
Kristen brought me up to speed on the district. The Paseo was built in 1929 as the first shopping district north of downtown. It has maintained its Spanish revival architecture with original stucco buildings and clay tile roofs and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Paseo Plunge, a former bathhouse, is now community arts space. The area’s restaurants, including the Paseo Grill, housed in one of the original Spanish-style buildings is a cozy space that features curtained booths for a romantic setting and Picasso Café, which is just across the street from the book shop, offers a popular Sunday brunch and a dogfriendly patio with a special “Doggie Menu.”
Kristen told me the district hosts a First Friday Gallery Walk every first Friday of the month, rain or shine, from 6 to 9 p.m. and the annual Paseo Arts Festival over Memorial Day weekend.
Just around the corner from the bookstore, “Oklahoma Shakespeare” is a nonprofit theatre company that produces works by the Bard and other classical works. “In their 200seat outdoor Shakespeare Gardens, they put on plays during the warmer months of the year, and it feels like you’re in someone’s back yard,” she said. “It’s magical.”
The Paseo Arts District is a colorful collection of shops and restaurants housed in historic Spanish Revival buildings.
Literati Press’s Kristen Grace is a knowledgeable guide to the area.
Accommodations Spotlight:
The Ambassador and The National – both part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection.
Located in the heart of Midtown OKC, a thriving arts district, the Ambassador Hotel is a distinguished boutique hotel housed in the historic Osler Building. It’s where I stayed in one of the 54 elegantly appointed rooms (there are also suites).
Named after Sir William Osler, a pioneer in medical education, the original six-story building was constructed in 1928 and 1929; the seventh floor was added in 1946. For decades it was a hub for medical professionals, housing offices for physicians, dentists, and clinics associated with the University of Oklahoma’s Medical School. After several decades of vacancy, the building was acquired in 2012 by Coury Hospitality, a Tulsa-based company specializing in boutique hotels. Under the leadership of Paul Coury, the building’s original façade and medical insignia were preserved while the interiors were transformed, seamlessly blending early 20th century architecture with modern luxury.
The hotel’s Chalkboard Kitchen + Bar serves modern American cuisine, and the hotel’s rooftop “O Bar” features panoramic views of OKC’s downtown, where the Devon Tower does indeed tower over the skyline. The OBar was hopping, inside and out, on the night I visited. It helped that the temperature was 72 degrees on this Cinco de Mayo weekend and that the week before I had visited, the weather was much colder with severe flooding throughout OKC’s outlying areas. I later checked about tornado season: it runs April through June. I really lucked out!
On my second night in the city, I headed to the heart of Downtown, to The National, an Autograph Collection hotel housed in a beautifully restored 1931 Art Deco skyscraper, which at its inception stood as the tallest building in Oklahoma. It was once The First National Bank and Trust Company, which opened its doors on Dec. 14, 1931, with a grand ceremony that included the transfer of $45 million in cash and securities, escorted by 32 armored vehicles.
The hotel’s three-story lobby, once known as the Great Banking Hall, is an awesome example of early 20th century grandeur. The ceiling is adorned with ornate decorative paintings and four large murals are situated in each corner. They were painted in 1931 by Chicago artist Edgar Spier Cameron and depict pivotal events in the state’s history, including the Louisiana Purchase, the Trail of Tears, the Land Run of 1889 and the Discovery of Oil in Oklahoma.
I headed to the hotel’s Tellers restaurant (get it?) for dinner. Tellers is situated along the length of one side of the Great Hall, with the dining area framed by the bank’s original marble Corinthian columns on one side and the original bronze teller windows on the other. My server pointed out several alcoves high above us. Armed guards were once posted in those windows, he noted, because “this was the era of Bonnie and Clyde. The National was one of the few banks in the state that was never robbed.” Service is attentive here, and the menu features refined Italian cooking with fresh seasonal ingredients.
Back at the Ambassador, I stopped for a nightcap at the Chalkboard.
When I mentioned dining at Tellers,
a gentleman introduced himself as the manager of The Vault, The National’s cocktail lounge that was once the bank’s secure vault. Today, guests can sample a curated selection of more than 1,500 unique distilled spirits, served behind the original bank vault doors. Next visit!
The OBar atop the Ambassador Hotel features views of downtown OKC including the Devon Tower.
The Oklahoma Land Run is one of four murals gracing the Great Hall of The National.
When you go… Attractions
Visit Oklahoma City www.visitokc.com
Recommended Lodging
Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Featuring Chalkboard Restaurant + Bar www.marriott.com
Colcord Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton www.hilton.com
Fordson Hotel, Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Located in the historic Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant, the Fordson offers a unique blend of industrial design and luxury. www.hyatt.com
The National, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Featuring Tellers Restaurant and The Vault cocktail lounge www.marriott.com
OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark www.okanaresort.com
Museums & Memorials
American Banjo Museum www.americanbanjomuseum.com
First Americans Museum www.famok.org
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum www.memorialmuseum.com
Oklahoma City History Museum www.okhistory.org
Oklahoma City Museum of Art www.okcmoa.com
Oklahoma Route 66 Museum
Oklahoma City is a prime stop on the Mother Road, with vintage neon signs and nostalgic roadside attractions. I won’t tell you about those attractions now but will save them for my January 2026 article on Route 66’s Centennial Year. But I will direct you to the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in nearby Clinton. It is operated by the Oklahoma Historical Society and is considered the state’s official showcase of Route 66. www.okhistory.org/sites/route66
Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame
From Jim Thorpe to Johnny Bench, Oklahoma has a rich legacy of sports legends. www.oklahomasportshalloffame.org
Oklahoma State Capitol Tours & Museum
Free public tours daily at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Museum is located on the ground floor www.oklahoma.gov
Arts and Cultural Districts:
Among OKC’s 21 notable Arts and Cultural Districts are:
Bricktown Entertainment District www.bricktownokc.com
Paseo Arts District While in the district, drop in to Literati Press bookstore; www.literatipressok.com; www.thepaseo.org
Stockyards City
This is where to go to get everything cowboy, beginning with Langston’s western store and Little Joe’s boots to dining at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse.
The Wheeler District
This burgeoning area on the south bank of the Oklahoma River features the historic Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel, which the developer purchased on eBay in 2008. Wheeler Riverfront Plaza is a laid-back family friendly destination with games, hammocks, greenspace, food trucks and a summer music festival. For details on all 21 districts, go to www. visitokc.com
Bricktown Water Taxi
The Oklahoma City Land Run Monument can be best viewed from the canal trip. www.bricktownwatertaxi.com
Chickasaw Bricktown Stadium
Home of the Oklahoma City Comets, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. www.mlb.com
Myriad Botanical Gardens
A world-class public garden in the heart of downtown OKC. www.myriadgardens.org
Scissortail Park
OKC’s downtown urban oasis features 70 acres of green space, trails, a lake, café, playgrounds, sports courts, interactive seasonal fountains and year-round programs and special events. www.scissortailpark.org
Restaurants & Local Cuisine
Bricktown Brewery
Bricktown’s original brewery has grown to 21 locations in five states. www.bricktownokc.com
Cattlemen’s Steakhouse Oklahoma’s oldest continually operated restaurant. www.cattlemensrestaurant.com
Cheever’s Café
So popular you’ll need a reservation – go for brunch! www.cheeverscafe.com
The Jones Assembly
A combo live music venue with top artists mixed with great food. Indoor-outdoor stage gives it a festival ambience. www.thejonesassembly.com
Leo’s BBQ
Serving hickory-smoked meats and homestyle sides in its humble venue since 1974 www.leos-bbq.square.site
Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse
A Bricktown favorite for fine dining and a lounge named “#7” after Mantle’s jersey number. www.mickeymantlesteakhouse.com
Tucker’s Onion Burgers
Guy Fieri gives a thumbs up on the caramelized onion beef burger patties www.tuckersonionburgers.com
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