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REALTY REPORT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

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BDRMS

BATHS

Rural Moore

$875,000

$825,000

94%

135

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Vision Ranch SE OKC

$800,000

$780,000

97%

72

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3.5

Rural Norman

$614,999

$585,000

87%

213

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2.1

Turtle Lake SE OKC

$599,000

$530,000

88%

245

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3.1

Olde Tuscany SW OKC

$585,000

$585,000

100%

35

4

4.1

Stella Acres SE OKC

$579,900

$565,000

97%

102

5

4.1

Rural SW OKC

$575,000

$525,000

91%

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2.1

Brookhaven 15 Norman

$537,900

$475,000

88%

328

4

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Joshuas Landing Moore

$529,975

$529,975

100%

94

4

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Carrington Place Norman

$520,000

$472,750

90%

103

4

2.1

Turtle Creek Moore

$500,000

$510,000

102%

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3.2

Cascata Lakes SW OKC

$499,900

$475,000

95%

54

4

3.1

Stella Acres Norman

$478,000

$473,000

98%

46

4

3.1

Rockport SW OKC

$474,900

$414,000

87%

128

4

3.1

Pleasant Valley Norman

$459,000

$447,000

97%

96

4

2.1

Carrington Lakes Norman

$429,900

$425,000

98%

2

4

2.1

Rivendell SW OKC

$425,000

$367,500

86%

71

5

3.1

Cascata Lakes SW OKC

$399,900

$383,750

95%

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4

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Sterling Canyon SE OKC

$399,900

$395,000

98%

10

3

2.1

Rural SE Moore

$345,000

$330,000

95%

68

4

3

The Willows Moore

$339,000

$325,000

95%

99

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This data is a sampling of sold properties from last month. Source: OKC/Norman Multiple Listing System.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Jimmy Darden | jimmy.darden@lifestylepubs.com 405.541.5650 MANAGING EDITOR

Jerri Culpepper | jerri.culpepper@lifestylepubs.com

Local business gets into the fall spirit.

PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSEY DAVIES

It's Autumn!

AT THIS WRITING, THE TEMPERATURES ARE STILL IN THE 90S AND THE

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jerri Culpepper, Lindsey Davies, Staci Elder Hensley, Noble McIntyre CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Lindsey Davies, Ryan Lassiter

GRASS STILL NEEDS MOWED, BUT THE COMING DAYS SHOW PROMISE OF COOLER WEATHER. Already, the ancient pecan tree in my backyard is dropping its multitude of leaves upon my backyard and patio, and I’ll soon need to get out the rake. I don’t mind, though; autumn—with its more temperate climate and multi-hued trees and shrubs—is by far my favorite season.

I also look forward to the start of the holiday season. My grand-nephew, Liam, just turned 18 months old, and I look forward to seeing the season through his eyes: his first turkey and trimmings this month, and then Christmas, though if he’s like his mom, he’ll be more interested in the boxes, bows and ribbons than the presents inside. I hope you, too, are looking forward to a holiday season filled with family and friends and good times.

Welcome to our “Thankful” issue. We have some seasonal stories to share with you, including Local’s Only, showcasing three local shops with fun and unique gift ideas that you just won’t find at those big-box retail stores, and Healthy Lifestyle, focusing on a “Turkey Day” exercise routine you can follow to help you make it through Thanksgiving day without feeling lethargic—and perhaps help you avoid that dreaded holiday weight gain.

Other highlights: + In Faith Reflections, read about a local church that, though large in size, offers its congregation opportunities to forge friendships, volunteer in the community and more via small-groups interactions. + In Renovate and Refine, learn about the current trends in dining room design. Now’s the time to move that tired dining area into one that truly fits your style and will brighten

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin EDITORIAL Kate Baxendale AD MANAGER Chad Jensen AD COORDINATORS Cyndi Harrington | Alicia Huff | Jessica Soetaert LAYOUT DESIGNERS Cyndi King | Dana Rudolph | Emily Stout Hailey Stepanek | Adella Wrisinger FIELD SUPPORT Carli DiMarco | Victoria Perry PUBLISHER SUPPORT Melanie Carlisle ACCOUNTANT Austin Park APPLICATION ARCHITECT Michael O’Connell WEB DEVELOPERS Tejaswini Jagarlamudi | Harshith Potu

up those holiday gatherings. + In Inspired By, you’ll read about how local attorneys are working together to provide free Thanksgiving turkeys to those in need, along with a day of entertainment and food and drink.

Hope you enjoy this issue. Publisher Jimmy Darden and I are thankful for your continued support of this magazine.

ARIZONA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | CONNECTICUT | FLORIDA | GEORGIA IDAHO | ILLINOIS | KANSAS | MARYLAND | MINNESOTA | MISSOURI | MONTANA NEVADA | NEW JERSEY | NORTH CAROLINA | OHIO | OKLAHOMA | OREGON

ON THE COVER La Baguette shares

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with readers a dessert favorite among their patrons: it’s the traditional pecan pie served at many Thanksgiving meals, but with a twist — it’s made with bourbon and chocolate!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 22 Holiday Recipe Don’t Leave Your Pooch Out of the Celebration

30 Thinking About Revamping Your Dining Room?

Interior Designer Offers Ideas to Achieve Various Styles

39 Unique Gifting Local Alternatives to Big-box Stores

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48 Lawyers Unite to Provide Free Turkeys for Thanksgiving

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Around Town

20 Healthy Lifestyle 22 Culinary Creations 30 Renovate & Refine 36 Financial Buzz 39 Locals Only 44 Faith Reflections 48 Inspired By 52 Lifestyle Calendar

GOOD TIMES

Republic Bank & Trust Hosts Business After Hours Republic Bank & Trust recently hosted the Norman Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at its Downtown Norman Banking Center, located at Main and University. Republic bankers and the Norman business community enjoyed the opportunity to build relationships and share ideas as nearly 200 local professionals were in attendance. PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN LASSITER, DEFINING IMAGE

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Legends Restaurants Celebrates 50th Anniversary Legends Restaurant celebrated its 50th anniversary Sept. 15 with a mid-afternoon wine tasting for their vendors. Afterward, members of the Norman Chamber of Commerce joined current and previous restaurant staff for a ribbon cutting. The restaurant was then opened to the public, who were treated to complimentary lemon cake, punch and Legends’ 50-year anniversary T-shirts.

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Voice of The Heartland The Sooner Theatre's Voice of The Heartland finals gala raised almost $50,000 to benefit The Studio of The Sooner Theatre, a nonprofit performing arts academy serving almost 1,000 students annually, providing camps and classes in acting, singing, dancing, musical theatre, magic and more. This year's Voice of The Heartland winner is Norman resident Maddie Breedlove.

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1. Vicki Worster, Jennifer Baker, Hal Smith, Jessica Blyden | 2. Joe and Kristen Castiglione | 3. Voice of The Heartland winner Maddie Breedlove | 4. Maime Robinette, Pat Keating, Hal Smith | 5. Voice of The Heartland finalists and 2018 winner, Maddie Breedlove (Center) | 6. Mitch and Jolene Nauman | 7. Inaugural Voice Of The Heartland, Campbell Walker Fields | 8. Vicki Worster, Bridget Gatewood, Theresa Karns, Katie Genovese | 9. Jenny Jones-Brannon, Karena Crawford | 10. Sooner Theatre Staff Tish Willis, DeAnna Brown, Nancy Coggins, Jennifer Baker | 11. Jessica Blyden, Lisa Hooper, Jack Hooper | 12. Angelina Ivy, Lyric Lloyd, Campbell Walker Fields 12

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Orangetheory Fitness Moore Celebrates Milestones Orangetheory Fitness Moore members in September celebrated two big milestones: the first member to hit 500 classes and a coach whose total number of classes taught at the fitness center totaled 1,000. Other members were recognized for attending 100 or 250 classes. Visit OrangetheoryFitness.com or call 703.5259 to schedule your FREE workout.

1. Matt T. is recognized as the first member to hit 500 classes. | 2. Coach Emmanuel is recognized for teaching 1,000 classes.

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Rivendell’s Luxury Broker’s Open Extravaganza Rivendell's annual Luxury Broker's Open Extravaganza, where Southwest OKC’s luxury real estate agents combine forces to host a tour of eight exquisite homes for guests within the real estate industry, was hosted by Kathy and Steve Griffith, Tiffany Elcyzyn, Lisa Ray, Lacey McMillan, Susanna Lorg, Vada Dwaileebe and Donna Asher, Tiffany McClung, Jill Baker, and Faye Stegall and Jeanie Wilson.

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1. Kathy Griffith and Lisa Ray, Prime Realty, and Copper Neal, 5 Star Realty Group | 2. Steve Griffith, Lisa Ray and Darrel Brannon, Prime Realty, and Katie Colburg, Prime Lending | 3. Susanna Lorg, Keller Williams Green Meadow, and Sharla Tate, Metro First Realty Group | 4. Tiffany Elcyzyn | 5.

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WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER GALA SCHEDULED FOR DEC. 9

course as you enjoy their creations and. by the end of the night, you will have eaten a full meal!” Wall notes.

The Women’s Resource Center Gala, the

Each class is $45 per person. Call 360.0765 or

Norman-based organization’s annual event to raise

visit the international pantry at 1618 West Lindsey

awareness about the effects of domestic and sexual

St. in Norman to make reservations.

violence on individuals, families and the community, is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 9, at the Hall at the Railhouse, 102 W. Eufaula St. This year’s gala will be a celebration of the peo-

Thursday, Nov. 1—Elboni Boyd, dessert chef from the OKC Museum of Art Café, “Sweet Treats” Monday, Nov. 5—Ahmad Farnia, OKC Museum of Art Café, “My Voyage Through Russia Part 3”

ple who have dedicated their lives to the field of

Wednesday, Nov. 7— Ahmad Farnia, “My Voyage

social justice. Four individuals who have served in

Through Russia Part 3” (a repeat of Ahmad’s

the field of domestic violence, sexual violence and

Monday night class)

stalking will be honored.

A silent auction, wine pull, beer pull, and other fun activities are planned during the reception hour.

Gala tickets are $100, individual, or $1,000 for sponsored tables, and may be purchased online at wrcnormanok.org/wrc-gala. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, call Kyla McMoran at 364.9424.

SAVE THE DATE FOR ANNUAL WINTER GALA

Monday, Nov. 12, Celebrity “Top Chef” Josh Valentine, “Fall Comfort Food” Tuesday, Nov. 13, Jacque Methvin, Scratch Kitchen and Cocktails, “Fall Dinner Party” Thursday,

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International Pantry, “Traditional Italian” For details, visit IntlPantry.com/cooking_classes.

SHOP SETS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE, NONPROFIT FUNDRAISER The International Pantry will host its annual

Make sure to save the date for the seventh annual

Holiday Open House and Free Knife Sharpening

Nicole Jarvis MD Parkinson’s Research Foundation

from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8. International

Inc.’s Winter Gala, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday,

Pantry is located at 1618 West Lindsey St.

Dec. 13, at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center, 2501 Conference Drive, in Norman.

The knife-sharpening benefits Food and Shelter Inc., which assists those in need in our community.

More than 600 guests attended the 2017 event,

People may bring in up to three straight-edged (no

at which over $320,000 was raised; it was the

serrated) kitchen knives for sharpening for either a

fifth-most successful fundraiser nationwide, out of

$1 donation per knife or a canned good per knife to

more than Team Fox members, for the Michael J.

benefit the nonprofit. For more information regard-

Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, and Dr.

ing restrictions, call 360.0765.

Jarvis, a Norman ob/gyn, was honored to attend an

Representatives from Zwilling, J.A. Henckels,

awards dinner hosted by the actor in April in New

Le Creuset, Breville and several others will be

York City to celebrate the success of the gala.

present to answer questions. The event also fea-

The Nicole Jarvis MD Parkinson’s Research Foundation works to raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease in the state, helps fund services offered throughout Oklahoma for patients with Parkinson's Disease, and donates funds to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

tures demonstrations.

LEGEND ASSISTED LIVING AT RIVENDELL RECEIVES HONOR Legend Assisted Living at Rivendell, a Legend Senior Living™ residence in Oklahoma City, was

To purchase tickets to the 2018 Winter Gala, con-

designated by NRC Health as a 2018 Excellence in

tact Nicole Jarvis or Emily Holland at 701.2424 or 255-

Action Award-winner, earning a Workforce Award in

2106 or visit JarvisMDParkinsonsFoundation.org.

the Assisted Living category.

INTERNATIONAL PANTRY SETS OBSERVATIONAL COOKING CLASSES

Every year, NRC Health recognizes long-term care and senior living organizations for outstanding resident and employee satisfaction. The Excellence in

Jocelyn Wall, owner of the International Pantry,

Action Awards recognize long-term care and senior

recently released the shop’s November lineup of obser-

living organizations that achieve the highest level of

vational cooking classes. “The chefs prepare each

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employee satisfaction scores that rank within the top

Included in this new family holiday event will be

10 percent of the NRC Health product database.

Santa Claus pictures, banjo lessons, a cookie and

“It is a true honor to have Legend at Rivendell

hot cocoa bar and much more.

recognized as the best of the best in senior living,”

The exhibition highlights how artists and railway

said Chris Mahen, CEO of Legend Senior Living.

companies together influenced lasting percep-

“More than 780 communities participated in the

tions of the American West, particularly the Grand

same survey. In all of our communities, the survey

Canyon, the Pacific Coast and the Northwest.

produced results that represented higher than our peer companies. We couldn’t be more satisfied with

More information about this exhibition and related programs is available at ou.edu/fjjma.

the team at Legend at Rivendell that has proven its dedication to residents and their families through this outstanding achievement.”

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS FOR NOVEMBER Some of the events planned for November by the libraries in our readership area are highlighted below.

Food for Fines, a way to give back to the local community while lessening one’s library fines, takes place Nov. 4-11 in the library system’s 12 branches.

Customers may bring one can, box or bag of non-expired, non-perishable, unopened and undamaged food in exchange for $1 credit each on fines, up to a maximum waiver of $20 off an account.

Several area libraries will take part in apple pie-making events leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday. Participants have a chance to put together

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all the ingredients for the pie, then take it home for

Solid Rock Training is now offering InBody test-

baking in advance of the holiday meal. Norman

ing to the public and to its existing fitness community.

Central Public Library will host its annual event at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, for teens ages 12 to 17.

InBody has been changing the health/wellness industry for over 20 years. Its medically validated

The Southwest Oklahoma City library presents

devices are used by professionals and consumers

a Kids Explore project at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov.

in the medical, fitness, research and corporate

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wellness verticals.

looks at a different project each Tuesday afternoon

In less than a minute, it tests all segments of the

related to STEAM (science, technology, engineer-

body separately. No pre-loaded data or algorithms

ing, the arts or music).

are used—just direct impedance measurements for

'TICKET TO RIDE' EXHIBIT CONTINUES AT OU The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art on the OU

personalized results.

The test includes a full-page report that includes: • Segmental Lean Body Mass • Total Pounds Fat

Norman campus continues its 2018 fall exhibition

• Visceral Fat and Body Fat Percentages

Ticket to Ride: Artists, Designers, and Western

• Water and ECW/TBW Ratio

Railways through Dec. 30. The exhibition features

• BMR

more than five dozen works by artists and commer-

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the height of western railway travel.

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The exhibition serves as a jumping-off point for its

We are always accepting submissions for announce-

new holiday train event, All Aboard, set from 6 to 8 p.m.

ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

Thursday, Dec. 13. Model trains resembling Route

section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact

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LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT TASTY SMORGASBORD THAT MAKES UP THE TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING FEAST, BUT NOT TO THAT HEAVY, SLEEPY FEELING YOU GET AFTERWARD, NOT TO MENTION THE WEIGHT GAIN THAT SHOWS UP ON THE SCALES THE NEXT MORNING? Health and fitness experts at Solid Rock Training suggest that you go ahead and indulge (with moderation!) in the holiday feast, but minimize that bloated feeling and extra-calorie gain by also putting yourself through a "Turkey Day" workout. Most of the exercises here can easily be performed at home with only minimal workout equipment.

These exercise tips brought to you courtesy Solid Rock Training, 4310 48th Ave. NW, Norman, who also wish you and yours a happy, healthful Thanksgiving! Learn more about them by calling 922.8561 or visiting SolidRockTrainingNorman.com.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

HOLIDAY RECIPE

LA BAGUETTE IS KNOWN FAR AND WIDE FOR ITS DELECTABLE DESSERTS, AS WELL AS THEIR QUICHES AND OTHER MAIN DISHES, SALADS AND SOUPS. Owner Rudy Khouri shares with our readers their recipe for the iconic Thanksgiving pie, but with a twist. This one includes bourbon and chocolate! If you're short on time, feel free to just order one or more of these pies from La Baguette (two locations in Norman). Visit LaBaguette.com.

DON'T LEAVE YOUR POOCH OUT OF THE CELEBRATION ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER

LA BAGUETTE’S CHOCOLATE BOURBON PECAN PIE

PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN LASSITER

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+ 5 oz. whole eggs + 1 cup inverted sugar

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+ 1/3 cup granulated sugar + 3 tbsp. unsalted butter + 5 oz. semi-sweet chocolate + ½ cup large pecan pieces + 1/8 cup good bourbon (Bulleit)

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Melt butter and semi-sweet chocolate and set aside. Mix eggs and both sugars until the sugars dissolve. Combine the sugar and egg mixture with the butter and chocolate. Add the bourbon. Mix until incorporated well.

Put the pecans in the unbaked pie shell (dough recipe to follow). Pour the above mixture on top of the pecans. Put the pie in a 350 degree preheated oven.

Bake for 45-50 minutes. Let cool on a rack, then drizzle melted chocolate on top. Enjoy!

PIE DOUGH INGREDIENTS + 1 pound pastry flour + 11 oz. unsalted butter or vegetable shortening + 5 oz. cold water + ½ tsp salt + 1 tbsp. sugar

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Dissolve sugar and salt in water. Mix flour and butter just enough to have a coarse crumb look. Add the water mixture and mix till combined. Do not over mix.

Refrigerate the dough for one hour.

Take dough out of the fridge. Sprinkle flour on a clean table surface. Roll the dough to a quarter inch thickness and line it in a pie pan.

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FOR FIDO Pumpkin is a super healthy food for humans.

But, did you know it’s also a healthy treat for your dog? Scoot the kids up to the counter and make this delicious pumpkin pie doggie treat together. Recipe courtesy Erika Puckett Bark, Main Pet Salon, 364.2275, Barkonmain.com.

PUMPKIN PIE DOG TREATS INGREDIENTS + 3 tbsp. peanut butter + 1 cup whole wheat flour + ½ cup water + 1 egg + 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350° F. Lightly spray or grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin. Combine peanut butter, whole wheat flour, water and egg in a medium bowl and stir well to combine. Divide dough evenly into mini muffin cups, press into bottom and up sides.

Spread the pumpkin puree evenly over crusts.

Bake for 18-20 minutes until tops begin to brown.

Remove from oven and cool completely before placing in an airtight container. You can refrigerate these doggie treats for a week or freeze for up to three months. Treat your pooch in moderation.

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FULL CIRCLE NEW FACILITY WILL ALLOW GREATER ATTENDANCE, MORE ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES

A D U LT D A Y CENTER BEFORE FULL CIRCLE WAS TAKEN ON AS A PROJECT OF AGING SERVICES INC. in Norman, the only adult day centers in Oklahoma were in Oklahoma City and Choctaw. Home health nurses and aides spoke at their weekly meetings of isolated patients and overwhelmed families with limited time and resources, as well as those unable to attend the Senior Citizens Center without extra care and attention.

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSEY DAVIES

Full Circle attendees enjoy a stretching activity.

Upon the formation of a board to explore the idea of establishing a center in Norman to serve the elderly and their caretakers, Juliana Michael and others toured the two existing metro day centers. A Public Information Forum was held at the hospital to determine if the community saw value in and would support an adult day center. The results were positive, and the board began looking for a location. With the hospital’s support, a generous donation and a specially renovated space in the new Home Health building on Gray Street, the center opened in 1996 with Michael as the first executive director.

Full Circle Adult Day Center, currently located at 1304 Lindsey Plaza Drive, serves 47 individuals and their families.  The center’s well-trained staff care for the elderly or disabled, those suffering from dementia and other adults who may have suffered a health event leaving them with physical or mental challenges.

The center is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday, and serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Nutritionally appropriate meals from the Child and Adult Care Food and Nutrition Program, a federally funded program administered by the state, are prepared on-site, and medication and medical services are provided by licensed staff.

Full Circle provides a range of activities, from trivia and table games, to laugh yoga, stretching and other exercises, and horticulture therapy. They participate in local events and work to tailor activities to the interests and level of functioning of the participants. Weekly outings to the movies, museums, sporting events and local cultural events also are offered.

Full Circle Executive Director Donald Pyeatt talks about how the new building will help them better fulfill their mission.

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Full Circle caretakers work on a project

For the upcoming holidays, Full Circle staff are planning a range of fun activities as well as meals celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Licensed

and

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by

the

Oklahoma

State Department of Health and the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and the Veteran’s Administration, Full Circle recently passed with a 100 percent score with zero deficiencies, pointed out Executive Director Donald Pyeatt.

Currently, a capital campaign for a new center in Franklin Business Park is continuing. According to Pyeatt, the new center at 4223 28th Ave. NW will double the size of the current building. The additional space, he says, will make it possible to have multiple activities going at once, while allowing additional participants to attend. Financing has begun through the capital campaign and private donations.

Donations to help fund completion of the new center can be made by mailing checks to Full Circle Adult Day Center Capital Campaign, 1304 Lindsey Plaza Drive, Norman, OK 73071. Financing the balance will take place through a mortgage with Republic Bank and Trust Bank and, said Pyeatt, will ultimately be less than Full Circle’s current monthly lease.

The center is always looking for volunteers to serve as companions, to lead members in various activities and to perform office duties, among other services.

For more information, visit FullCircleOk.org.

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The new center being built at 4223 28th Ave. NW will double the size of Full Circle Adult Day Center's current building.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

THINKING ABOUT REVAMPING YOUR DINING ROOM? INTERIOR DESIGNER OFFERS IDEAS TO ACHIEVE VARIOUS STYLES

This casual, transitional, farmhouse-style dining show room can be viewed at Designer's Market.

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DESIGNER'S MARKET SHOWROOM: WHEN IT COMES TO THEIR DINING ENVIRONMENT, HOMEOWNERS TODAY ARE INCREASINGLY OPTING FOR SIMPLICITY AND OPEN DINING CONCEPTS, RATHER THAN THE FORMAL ROOMS OF DECADES PAST. It’s a switch that’s happening for several reasons. First, most people now prefer to eat in more open gathering-type areas, where they can relax and still converse with people in nearby areas. The

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current trend of downsizing to smaller homes also has impacted the dining room concept, with many areas now designed to serve multiple purposes, said Gia Rose, interior designer and showroom manager for Designer’s Marketplace in Oklahoma City.

With that said, many homes do still contain formal dining rooms, which offer many creative alternatives, she said. In keeping with current home decorating trends, most customers today are selecting open, airy spaces decorated in light colors that produce a relaxed, casual feel. Alternatively, using dark colors can create a cozy, elegant environment that’s more formal.

If you’re thinking about a remodel of your eating space, a critical first step is to make a list of all the activities that will be performed there, Rose said.

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TRANSITIONAL

“WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT THE DINING ROOM, AS WITH ANY SPACE, THINK ABOUT YOUR LIFESTYLE,” SHE SAID. “YOU MAY FALL IN LOVE WITH AN ITEM, BUT THAT DOESN’T MEAN IT WILL MESH WELL WITH HOW YOU LIVE. IF YOU HAVE KIDS OR PETS, YOU DON’T WANT SOMETHING THAT WILL GET DIRTY EASILY. IF YOU USE THE AREA FOR THINGS THAT NEED LIGHT, SUCH AS KIDS DOING HOMEWORK, THEN YOU DON’T WANT TO OPT FOR DARK SPACES.” Whether you’re decorating a formal dining room or a breakfast nook, the most important consideration is lighting.

“The light fixture will be your statement piece in the dining room, so it’s not only a functional element, it’s also a creative one,” Rose said. “So fall in love with that first, and it will hopefully dictate what’s to follow.”

Once you pick the fixture, make sure that it hangs in the center of your dining table. That may require a visit from the electrician, especially in newer homes where builders typically place the fixture in the center of the room. If it’s offset, it will skew the décor of the room and make it hard to pull off a polished look.

There’s also been a recent trend toward hardwood floors in dining areas. If this is the case in your home, it’s highly recommended you purchase an area rug to avoid damage to the wood, Rose said. Most people do opt to protect their floor, and there is a wide variety of stain-resistant rugs available to fit every budget range. “You want to be sure not to purchase a rug that’s too small; otherwise, your dining room chairs will from the rest of the table.”

If you want to upgrade your dining space, Rose said, there are many avenues of help, starting with your local interior designer and/or contractor. Rose herself can be reached at Designer’s Marketplace, 749.0070.

Gia Rose holds dual bachelor’s degrees, in interior design and graphic design, from Oklahoma State University.

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catch on it,” she said. “Area rugs should extend at least 2 feet

CONTEMPORARY A wide range of styles await those seeking to make their dining spaces functional, beautiful and unique.

Here, Gia Rose with Designer's Market shares several styles that are popular today. Rose and the other talented staff at Designer's Market invite Cleveland County Lifestyle readers to come in and find out how they can help you achieve the look you are dreaming of, whether it's casual, contemporary, modern, transitional or elegant (formal). And now, as the holiday entertaining season gets fully underway, is an ideal time to your dining area into a space in which family and friends will love to gather.

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FINANCIAL BUZZ ARTICLE JEREMY SPARKS

HOW DO YOU WISH TO BE REMEMBERED? WRITE YOUR OWN LIFE SCRIPT: PRE-PLANNING YOUR MEMORIAL SERVICE NOW

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WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF PLANNING? Every day, we plan something: what to have for lunch or where to go for summer vacation. Yes, I understand some people prefer to go through life and just deal with things as they come up; however, most try to develop a plan for the bigger events in life. We begin a college savings fund for our children when they are barely home from the hospital. We buy insurance for our personal property. And, of course, Dads start a wedding fund in their daughter’s early years so he can give her the wedding of her dreams.

As we mature, and the weddings are paid for and the college funds well-spent, our priorities shift and we begin to think about our own lives and how important it is to be certain we have “planned” for everything we need. We ensure that our retirement fund is enough for us to maintain our lifestyle. We have our health insurance or Medicare so we are able to visit the doctor without draining our bank account. We purchase life insurance so our spouse and/or kids are taken care of in the event something should happen to us.

So now, can we really take a deep breath and know, as my mother used to say, that “I have all my bases covered”?

Maybe not. That other “base” involves a detail many of us do not care to think about: ensuring our final wishes are planned out and paid for.

Pre-planning one’s final wishes addresses two components: the emotional and financial.

This is your chance to tell your spouse and children how you want to be remembered.

Jeremy Sparks is the funeral director and managing partner of Resthaven Funeral Home and Memory Gardens.

Perhaps you want your celebration to be held at a certain park or for celebration attendees to wear red in honor of your favorite football team.

THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO WRITE THE SCRIPT ON HOW YOU WANT YOUR YEARS ON EARTH TO BE REMEMBERED. THERE'S NO BETTER GIFT TO GIVE YOUR LOVED ONES THAN TO DO THIS IN ADVANCE. In my 23 years as a funeral director, I have never had a family member say, “I sure wish my loved one had not pre-planned their celebration.” In fact, usually the opposite.

It’s just as important to handle the financial component of pre-planning your funeral.

Many believe their life insurance will be enough to handle their final wishes. However, the cost of final expenses continues to rise, with a median funeral cost of $8,755, per the National Funeral Directors Association 2017 survey—an increase of $247 since 2014.

And this does not include a cemetery space or monument. There are two great benefits to funding your pre-planned celebration now: you or your loved ones can lock in the prices of today’s charges at the funeral home and cemetery of your choice and monthly payments can be made to relieve some of the financial burden.

So, while our mortality may not be something we like to think about, shouldn’t we take the time to sit down today to plan and fund our life’s celebration? Resthaven Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, 500 S.W. 104th St., in Oklahoma City, is one of the metro’s premier funeral homes and cemeteries. We've had the honor of helping people plan their celebrations since 1947. Our advance-planning team would welcome the chance to sit down with you and your family in the comfort of your home or at our office to share with you your options. Call us at 691.1661 to begin planning today.

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UNIQUE GIFTING LOCAL ALTERNATIVES TO BIG BOX STORES

AS THE HOLIDAYS APPROACH, THE SEASON OF GIVING BEGINS. The best-known day of shopping in America is Black Friday, which occurs the day after Thanksgiving. Big-box stores slash prices and offer door busters to lure customers inside. But for a refreshing change to the mass-produced items these stores push, look a little deeper into our community; you're sure to find some hidden gems. As a bonus, you're boosting the local economy!

Here are three local shops that're guaranteed to offer you something extra-special and unique this holiday season.

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1 STASH

Stash, located at 412 E. Main St., in Norman, offers a “fresh collection of unique, well-made items that have a lasting appeal.” With an equal emphasis on both social and environmental well-being, all items sold at Stash are vintage, locally made or internationally made following fair-trade practices. Stash throws monthly markets, pet adoptions and a yearly brew festival in lieu of traditional advertising.

Come check out this one-of-a-kind market for your holiday shopping.

Stash offers a range of items perfect for gift-giving, including children's books and whimsical handcrafted dolls, Pendleton blankets and jewelry.

2 TEAOLI

Teaoli Fine Tea, Olive Oil and Balsamic, 3720 West Robinson, suite 129, in Norman, offers only the highest-quality extra-virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars alongside selected fine teas.

Customers can sample dozens of different oil and vinegar flavors, receive professional advice on pairings or sip selected teas. Learn the health benefits and diverse uses of each product and find recipes on incorporating products into daily life. Create your own oneof-a-kind gift basket for holiday giving.

Teaoli is the place to shop for the foodies and hot tea connoisseurs on your shopping list.

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3 OLE STABLES MARKETPLACE

Ole Stables Marketplace, 1301 24th Ave. SW, in Norman, is a fun blend of new and old.

The shop features individually owned vendor booths showcasing items ranging from vintage and antique goods to jewelry and artisan-crafted goods. One of our favorites were cigar-box guitars crafted by Norman artist Bill Baker. You’re sure to find unique gift ideas for everyone on your gift list.

Vintage and antique treasures nestle alongside contemporary arts and crafts at Ole Stables.

Our fav: these cigar guitars by Norman artist Bill Baker ($125-$175)

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FAITH REFLECTIONS

small-group gatherings HELP IN A BIG WAY

Members of a Life.Church LifeGroup share a light moment.

ARTICLE RACHEL FEUERBORN

AFTER A 10-YEAR CAREER IN THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY, DOUG

“LifeGroups are the friends you laugh, grow and serve with,”

COWART FELT CALLED INTO FULL-TIME MINISTRY. As a pastor at

Cowart said. “They’re the people who allow you to take off the mask

Life.Church Moore, he helps people connect within small groups and

and be real. They celebrate with you and share your burdens. Life is

build friendships that spur them on in their relationship with God.

messy—that’s why we shouldn’t do it alone!”

Cowart doesn’t just encourage others to join in a LifeGroup—he also attends one weekly. Through his LifeGroup, he’s experienced firsthand the support and generosity of people who are committed to

“WE WERE ALL DESIGNED TO LIVE IN COMMUNITY. EVEN JESUS HAD A CLOSE GROUP OF FRIENDS TO WALK ALONGSIDE,” SAID COWART. “I BELIEVE WE BECOME MORE LIKE THE PEOPLE WE SURROUND OURSELVES WITH. THAT’S WHY I’M PASSIONATE AND INTENTIONAL ABOUT HELPING PEOPLE ENGAGE IN LIFEGROUPS.”

growing in relationship together. They not only make a difference in each other’s lives, but they also help those around them.

“A while back, my LifeGroup found out that the young woman who babysits our kids while we meet had been sleeping on the floor because she couldn’t afford a bed. Without hesitation, we pitched in to buy her a bed,” said Cowart. “It brought her to tears to know that even though she doesn’t actively participate in the adult portion of our group, she is one of us and we love her like family.”

Jon Mays, a fellow pastor at the Life.Church South Oklahoma City

Life.Church believes in the power of the small-group setting and

location, has seen marriages restored, sobriety achieved and depres-

encourages every attender to join one. Within these groups, people

sion overcome because of the emotional and spiritual support people

feel connected, find hope and experience growth.

receive through their LifeGroups.

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“WHEN I THINK ABOUT HOW LIFEGROUPS SUPPORT EACH OTHER, I THINK OF DAVID, WHO’D STRUGGLED WITH DEPRESSION FOR AS LONG AS HE COULD REMEMBER. DESPERATE TO FIND HELP, HE JOINED A LIFEGROUP, WHERE HE WAS WELCOMED AND ENCOURAGED BY THE SCRIPTURE HE HEARD,” SAID MAYS. “ONE MONTH LATER, THERE WAS A NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE IN HIM BECAUSE HE HAD FINALLY FOUND A PLACE TO BELONG. DAVID HAS BEEN IN THAT GROUP FOR NEARLY A YEAR AND NO LONGER WEARS

1.

2.

THE LABEL OF DEPRESSION.”

For Ryan Westrup, a pastor at Life.Church Norman, a LifeGroup is a group of people that serves together to make a difference in the community. His LifeGroup regularly volunteers with the church’s local mission partners.

They’ve spent time with children affected by autism, done yard work for disabled neigh1. Ryan Westrup, pastor at Life.

Church Norman, volunteering with his LifeGroup for Autism Oklahoma 2. Life.Church South Oklahoma City Pastor Jon Mays 3. Life.Church Moore Pastor Doug Cowart

bors, played games with underprivileged families on Thanksgiving, and more.

"When LifeGroups serve together, our initial hope is that we’re helping to meet a need and providing people with relief. As we begin to invest in others and build genuine relationships with our neighbors, that’s when we see true restoration happen in our

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communities,” said Westrup. “Knowing and sharing the idea that we don’t have to walk through life alone makes a big difference.”

Misty

Scott

attends

Life.Church

Moore and has led a LifeGroup with husband Daniel for four years. Though it started out as a way to give back, she now thinks of their LifeGroup as extended family.

“I set out to make an impact in the lives of others, and in turn, they’ve impacted me.

My faith is stronger because of them,” said Scott. “We do everything together, and we’re there for each other when no one else is.

They’re family—even closer than blood.”

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Nine years ago, the seed for the Annual Day of Kindness was planted when Noble McIntyre was walking through his church’s foyer and saw a pamphlet outlining the estimated cost of a Thanksgiving dinner. He found that, for an average family of four, a Thanksgiving meal averages about $50, and with over 17 percent of Oklahomans considered food-insecure, it was obvious that, for some of our neighbors,

MCINTYRE AND HIS FIRM SET FORTH UPON A MISSION TO NOT LET FAMILIES GO HUNGRY, ESPECIALLY AROUND THE HOLIDAYS. EACH YEAR, OKLAHOMA TRIAL LAWYERS WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE OKLAHOMA ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE BAND TOGETHER TO RAISE MONEY TO HELP GIVE FAMILIES A THANKSGIVING DINNER.

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This year, with the help other plaintiff

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lawyers all around the state, McIntyre Law

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the state. These funds will provide over 5,000

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frozen turkeys to be given to the public.

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Visitors to Cirque Du Soleil: Crystal

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will be transported to the beautiful

Blanchard pays tribute to all veter-

ties, all surrounded by twinkling

world of ice skating coupled with

ans of the U.S. military. Crowds will

holiday lights. Most events are free.

exquisite imagery and acrobatic

line Main Street to see the parade,

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FALL FINALE

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Veterans Memorial Park, Moore

quel to "Phantom of the Opera." Watch

The City of Moore funded the con-

as the phantom returns after 10 years of

struction of a memorial to honor

living in New York's Coney Island, where

America's veterans and their families.

he finally found a place to fit in despite

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his constant yearning for his true love.

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hosted the Holiday Gift Gallery

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A spectacular new Oklahoma holiday

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13100 Endor Cir, Rivendell SW OKC Where elegance and comfort blend. Bead board in kitchen and rustic beams, prep island w/sink, 6 burner stove, pot filler, century-old beam vent hood. Butler's pantry, Barista bar, espresso machine, leads to Dining Room, plus wine room under the stairs.

15401 Coral Creek, SE OKC

13801 Cascata Strada, SW OKC Majestic home where meal prep and entertaining are a delight, the kitchen open to living room, has a large island/breakfast bar, 6 burner commercial stove, double ovens. Large Dining Room has relaxing backyard views.

1906 Quail Creek, Norman

Spacious home where elegance and comfort perfectly blend. Granite / stainless kitchen, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, gas stove. Looks onto Dining Room and living room with corner fireplace. Wall of windows provide abundance of sunlight.

3512 Churchill Rd, Moore

Stunning home on 2.29 acres tucked away back of the neighborhood. Gourmet granite/stainless kitchen, Viking gas stove w/griddle, oven/warming drawer.

Prep sink in island, large breakfast area. Glazed walls in formal dining.

4301 72nd Ave SE, Noble

Rural country living on 1.43 acres. Home has 2,635 square feet, 2 living, 2 dining plus office. Stainless steel kitchen, spacious breakfast bar, solid surface counters.

Wood floors in Dining Room, office, living rooms.

13109 Rohan Ct, Rivendell SW OKC Exquisite Villa where patina copper awnings, turret and arches reflect pride in craftsmanship. Chef inspired kitchen: 6-burner stove, 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers, 2 Thermadore fridges, wine-fridge. Bay window in spacious onyx-inspired Dining Room.

21332 SE 97th Pl, Newalla Nestled amongst the oaks, this home is a quiet retreat sitting on 1 acre. Galley style kitchen has stainless appliances, thick granite counter tops, glass door to pantry and view into Dining Room and living from sink and breakfast bar.

9300 S Santa Fe, Ranchwood Manor, SW OKC

5 acres of mostly cleared/some wooded space, secluded and private yet minutes to Norman/University of Oklahoma. Two mobile homes connected by a 2 car garage, each has their own living rooms, Dining Rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Prairie Craftsman Home built in 2010. Gourmet kitchen has prep sink in 10’ Breakfast Bar, large walk-in pantry, an abundance of storage. Wall of windows in Dining Room looking onto indoor/inground saltwater lap pool & spa.

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