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Fun in the Sun WELL, SUMMER’S OFFICIALLY UPON US. And in Oklahoma, that generally means heat, heat, heat. And yes, some like it hot, though I doubt there are too many out there who enjoy 100 degrees F. or above, which is not uncommon here.

Still, there’s plenty of things to do in Cleveland County (and the surrounding area), both indoors and out, that won’t have you scraping yourself up off the toasty sidewalk. In our Guide to Summer, we offer some suggestions, three of which offer “wet and wild adventures”: HeyDay Entertainment, Andy Alligator’s and Westwood Aquatics Center,

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all in Norman, and Moore’s Central Park (which includes a new water park). The first two—only a stone’s throw apart—also offer other family-oriented fun, including miniature golf, bowling, a ropes course and video arcades. Just for kicks, we also threw in a unique entertainment and learning venture, SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology, in OKC. Summer also is the season for outdoors grilling. In our Renovate and Refine column, we showcase a marvelous outdoor kitchen space belonging to a local family and custom designed by Outdoors Escapes. If you’ve been thinking about adding an outdoor space, make sure to check out this column for ideas. For the photography session associated with this column and the accompanying Culinary Creations spread, we asked our friends at Cusack Meats, Royal Bavaria Restaurant and Beergarten and La Baguette to supply the steaks, beer, and sides and dessert (Mediterranean pasta salad, tabouli and fruit

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July is, of course, also the month we celebrate our nation’s independence. Look for the story on Veterans Corner, whose mission is to help veterans, and veterans’ families,

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obtain the benefits due them (plus lots more). And if you’re looking for ideas on how to spend your Fourth of July, make sure to check out our Calendar for some great ideas.

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Our wishes to you for a fun and safe Independence Day!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2018

FEATURES 18 Veterans Corner Fighting Tirelessly for Those Who Served

23 Got the Summer Blues?

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28 The Trails Golf Club A Unique Membership Community

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AROUND TOWN Sylvester graduated from the University of Missouri summa cum laude for his degrees in biology and chemistry and magna cum laude from the UMKC School of Dentistry. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, receiving a Certificate of Specialty training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

INTEGRIS HOSPICE REQUESTS VOLUNTEER SUPPORT INTEGRIS Hospice and the INTEGRIS Hospice House are seeking volunteers for the next training session. This free, in-depth training provides infor-

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mation necessary to help hospice patients and support for their caregivers.

INTEGRIS Hospice provides care in nine counties, including the metro. Hospice care includes

“Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered,”

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an archaeological exhibition that enables visitors to

terminally ill. The hospice team is composed of

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the medical director, nurses, aides, social workers,

king-prophet pairing—a story that illuminates how

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“INTEGRIS Hospice volunteers provide a unique

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premiere of the exhibit is being presented by the Armstrong International Cultural Foundation.

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Volunteers may run errands for caregivers, stay with a patient while caregivers take a break, or volunteer their time at the INTEGRIS Hospice House by sitting at the bedside, answering phones or assisting the hospice staff. Hospice volunteers provide special comfort and support to hospice caregivers and patients.

INTEGRIS Hospice and the INTEGRIS Hospice House are affiliates of INTEGRIS, a Medicare certified, nonprofit agency dedicated to providing quality care to terminally ill persons and their families.

FMI, contact Carol Prewitt at 848.8884.

SAVE THE DATE: PURSE-ONALITY SET FOR AUG. 25 Make sure to “save the date” for Full Circle Adult Day Center’s annual fun-filled “Purseonality” fundraising luncheon, scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, at The Railhouse, 102 W.

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Eufaula St., Suite 205, in Norman. Attendees will enjoy a signature cocktail and dessert catered by Abbey Road Catering. The event also features a silent and live auction of a variety of purses, individual gift bags and door prizes.

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A pre-paid reservation of $65 is required for this event. To register, please contact Full Circle at 447.2955 or contactus2fullcircleok.org by Aug. 10.

Full Circle provides health, social and related support services during daytime hours for seniors and people with disabilities.

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LIBRARIES OFFER MYRIAD OF EVENTS IN JULY A concert by guitarist Edgar Cruz and a Harry Potterinspired escape room challenge are among activities scheduled in July by the Pioneer Library System.

Norman Central—Teens have a chance to learn about the many volunteer options available in the community as the library presents a Teen Volunteer Fair from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, July 31. It’s a chance to meet representatives from local organizations and get ideas for volunteer opportunities that not only can boost a college application but also help the community.

Norman West—Music will be in the air, as noted

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Noble—The library wraps up its Summer Reading Program with a

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Finale event at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 24. Participants can come for a hot dog cookout, games, activities and more, as well as turn in their Summer Reading goal and pick up a free book to take home and keep.

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Celebration in the Heartland, taking place all day on Wednesday, July 4, at Buck Thomas Park. As always, the library will have an area set up with activities for all ages and more information about the library’s summer programs and services.

Southwest Oklahoma City—So you want to be a witch or wizard?

Then come by the library for a Harry Potter-inspired escape room challenge on Friday, July 13. There will be seven sessions of the event for teens ages 12 to 17, every hour on the hour from noon until 6 p.m.

Advance registration required.

We are always accepting submissions for announcements you’d like to see included in our Around Town section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at ClevelandCountyLifestyle.com.

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FIGHTING TIRELESSLY FOR THOSE WHO SERVED ARTICLE STACI ELDER HENSLEY PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN LASSITER WITH DEFINING IMAGE

IT’S A SAD FACT THAT THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO FIGHT FOR OUR COUNTRY OFTEN HAVE TO FIGHT AGAINST IT AFTER SERVING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE VETERANS’ BENEFITS THEY’VE RIGHTLY EARNED. For most, the fight is long and discouraging. They frequently get nowhere on their own or end up paying exorbitant lawyer’s fees for help that may or may not be effective.

Fortunately, Oklahoma veterans and their family members have a third option. Headquartered in Newcastle, the nonprofit Veterans Corner is known nationwide for its high success rate with processing benefit and disability claims. It’s supervised and staffed entirely by veteran volunteers, many of whom are certified Veterans Administration claims processors, said Air Force veteran Alfred Hollis, who’s served as chairman of the board since 2015.

“I do this because someone helped me,” he said. “Knowing you make a difference and to see the joy in someone’s eyes and the relief is why I do this. I get as much out of it as the people we help.”

Working at no charge to vets and their dependents, Veterans Corner staff provide assistance with identifying what types of benefits a veteran is eligible for, helping the service member or dependent collect all the documentation needed to support their claim, ensuring that everything is being presented exactly as required, and then monitoring the claim’s progress. The organization frequently pays the costs for psychological and medical evaluations for those who can’t afford it, along with transportation to and from appointments. They also assist spouses and children of deceased veterans who are eligible for benefits. No veteran or spouse is ever turned away.

Claim processing times vary widely, since no vet’s history and situation are exactly the same, Hollis said. Straightforward claims may take as little as one or two months to process; others can take several years. Settlements also vary widely, with some vets receiving as much as several hundred thousand dollars. For others, a simple $1,000 per month pension can make a huge difference in their quality of life.

Veterans Corner also provides tangible daily living assistance, thanks to its small army of approximately 110 volunteers. This includes everything from food baskets, medical equipment, equipment repairs, rent and utilities assistance to transportation to doctors’ appointments and suicide prevention counseling. In total, the group provides thousands of dollars in assistance each month.

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To help veterans who are unable to come during regular business hours, Hollis said, the organization recently expanded its hours of operation. The facility is open from 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. On the third Thursday of each month, the doors now are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to noon on the third Saturday of each month.

Thanks to grants, volunteer labor, a 6-acre land donation and a huge amount of donated building materials, a new facility for Veterans Corner was completed in 2015. It’s located two miles west of the Interstate 35/State Highway 9 intersection, on the north side of the latter. The spacious facility offers a welcoming space where vets can come to not just discuss their case or pick up food, but also to socialize with other veterans and partake of doughnuts and coffee. (A full hot breakfast is served on Thursdays.) The building also contains a small chapel, which is available for private reflection or for small memorial services and weddings, Hollis said.

Along with financial support, what is most needed now, Hollis said, are additional volunteers, ideally from younger generations.

“Our average volunteer is 65,” he said. “We need the young Alfred Hollis (left), chairman of the board of trustees for Veteran's Corner, and Bob Staples, board member, look over items in the food pantry.

folks, so we can ensure (our work) is carried on.”

“I DO THIS BECAUSE SOMEONE HELPED ME. KNOWING YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND TO SEE THE JOY IN SOMEONE’S EYES AND THE RELIEF IS WHY I DO THIS.”

Veterans Corner survives entirely on corporate and private donations (which are tax deductible), plus year-round community fundraisers. Donations can be sent to Veterans Corner, P.O. Box 722160, Norman, OK 73070; recurring donations can be set up by calling 833.0773. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to support veterans and their spouses.

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GOT THE SUMMER BLUES?

CHECK OUT THESE WET AND WILD ADVENTURES! SUMMER IN OKLAHOMA CAN BE HOT, DRY AND DRAG ON. What can you do to beat the heat and boredom of the dog days of summer? We’ve rounded up a few of Central Oklahoma’s “hottest” attractions. Here, get the inside scoop into some wet and wild adventures that are sure to thrill the whole family, all summer long.

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Splash into Dr. Curtis Berry-Central Park in Moore this summer and enjoy family entertainment, both wet and dry. The new Aquatic Center features 45,000 square feet of outdoor fun. Three individual pools keep all ages entertained while offering extras like slides and a lazy river. The recreation center includes a fitness center, basketball courts, indoor walking track and meeting rooms. Enjoy the park’s beautiful train theme, carried out from the children’s playground to the Station’s grand arches. And this summer, the Station is offering recreation ranging from summer camps and leagues to swimming classes and aerobics. There is no time to be bored exploring Moore’s The Station this summer.

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A N DY A L L I G AT O R ' S A N D H E Y D AY E N T E R TA I N M E N T, NORMAN Here is your summer destination for fun, indoors and out.

These fun parks, situated a stone’s throw apart from one another, offer entertainment for all ages. Spend the day slipping and sliding on one of Andy Alligator’s water slides, then go indoors for a round of bowling and arcade games at both venues. Both feature a variety of food options and have different restaurants to suit all appetites. Adult guests at HeyDay Entertainment can enjoy a top bar that features bar-rail seating overlooking bowling lanes below. Both HeyDay and Andy Alligator’s are sure to please, offering everything from go carts and mini golf to laser tag and great food. Adventure awaits!

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W E S T W O O D F A M I LY A Q U AT I C S C E N T E R , N O R M A N If you're looking forward to spending the day outdoors while keeping cool and having a blast, the newly renovated Westwood Family Aquatic Center in Norman is for you. Be adventurous on one of the five slides, then kick back and relax in the lazy river. Afterward, dry off and try your hand at the climbing wall or enjoy family fun for all ages at the Zero Depth Entry Family Pool. Westwood Aquatic Center is the City of Norman’s ultimate summer destination. Westwood also features a variety of swimming lessons and events throughout the summer to help keep the whole family entertained.

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SKELETONS: M U S E U M O F O S T E O L O G Y, OKLAHOMA CITY For a truly one-of-a-kind adventure, come check out SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology, the first museum of its type in the country. This 7,000-square-foot museum displays hundreds of skulls and skeletons.

There are exhibits on everything from adaptation and locomotion, to classification and diversity of the vertebrate kingdom. Hundreds of skulls and skeletons from around the world are on display, and the expansive gift shop sells genuine skulls, along with other fun and educational items. Education programs and resources are available for all ages and can be tailored for your bunch. Expect the unexpected here at the largest privately held collection of osteological specimens in the world.

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The 25-yard swimming pool at The Trails Golf Course, a great place to cool off during hot summer days.

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The Trails 18-hole golf course includes a lake and beautiful landscaping.

AT THE TRAILS GOLF CLUB, YOU’LL FIND A HEALTHY MIX OF LONGTIME MEMBERS, RECENTLY RETIRED OU ALUMNI AND YOUNG FAMILIES ALONGSIDE THE YOUNGEST ATHLETES JUST CUTTING THEIR TEETH ON THE SPORT. No matter their background or skill level, they combine to create a unique membership community at this 18-hole championship course in Norman.

That’s what makes this club special, according to Jim and Kathy Hess, who bought the Trails with real estate partners Darlene and Charlie Bowline in 2003. Everyone on staff works together to maintain the club’s all-are-welcome atmosphere.

The club employs professionals committed to the business of golf, like Head PGA Golf Professional Alan Hager and Golf Course Superintendent Chris Randolph. The year-round service staff is bolstered

by OU students on summer break during the busy golf season and it’s easy to find a friendly face at the Trails Bar & Grill or the Golf Shop. The 25-yard swimming pool that’s open from Memorial Day through Labor Day is staffed and managed daily by the Cleveland County YMCA. “Here, our members are going to engage our service staff; they’re going to want to know their background, what they’re studying in school,” Jim said. “I like that and I think that’s the atmo-

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“And we don’t go by member numbers; our staff learns names,” Kathy added.

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Jim Hess's favorite "hat" to wear is as "Poppy" to 4-year-old grandson Peyton.

Fourth of July fun at The Trails

The club also features beautiful tree-lined fairways and a newly

getting away, I can go climb on a mower and mow the fairways. ... As

remodeled contemporary clubhouse. In addition to the full-service

a PGA professional, you might find me playing a round of golf with

bar and grill, the clubhouse features a men’s locker room with card

members or giving an occasional lesson on the range. When I want to

tables and a vented smoking area for cigar-lovers, a ladies' locker

put on my favorite hat as Poppa to 4-year-old grandson, Peyton, we

room, administrative offices and a golf shop.

ride the cart and hit golf shots between duck and squirrel sightings.”

Social opportunities abound for the whole family, including couples

Jim’s brother-in-law and PGA Tour professional, Jim Colbert, pro-

tournaments and numerous charity tournaments; recurring themed

vided the inspiration to begin playing golf and finally to consider the

dinners like pasta, steak, Thai and family chicken nights; and movie

golf business as a profession. Jim has been a member of the PGA

nights on the driving range.

of America for more than 40 years and traveled the country man-

The Hesses’ connection with the Trails Golf Club started long

aging company-owned golf properties from Florida to Washington

before they bought the property in 2003. Jim, a lifelong golfer, worked

state. The golf fanatic said he wouldn’t be where he is without the

as the golf professional and general manager at the Trails in the mid-

golf and business guidance of fellow PGA professionals OU Golf

'80s before moving on to corporate golf management with Colbert

Coach Jim Awtrey, who later offered Jim his first position as a head

Golf (Las Vegas), then serving as vice president of Golf Enterprises

golf professional; Robert O. Smith, who went on to become an

(Dallas) and finally as regional director with American Golf (Santa

LPGA rules official; and Alsie Hyden, who continues to influence

Monica, California). When the opportunity arose to come back to

OKC public golf at Lake Hefner Golf Course.

Norman and have a hand in shaping the Trails, he and Kathy both knew they couldn’t pass it up.

“You don’t always get a chance to work for really great people, and it just so happened that I did. And that built my enthusiasm for this business.”

Kathy now serves as membership director while Jim wears the hat of owner and general manager, in addition to others. The variety in job responsibilities keeps every day interesting, he said.

“If I’m out at cleaning the pool in a straw hat, wearing sunglasses and a pair of shorts, nobody recognizes me. And if I really feel like

FMI, call 364.3790, or visit trailsgolf.com to find more information on memberships ranging from Family Golf, Individual, Junior Executive, Senior and Junior (under 18).

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REALTY REPORT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Thornhill

$999,000

$955,000

95%

325

4

3.2

Cottonwood Creek

$798,000

$780,000

97%

48

5

4.1

Brookhaven 26

$595,000

$545,000

91%

67

3

3.1

Pleasant Valley Estates

$585,000

$570,000

97%

186

5

3.1

Montoro Ridge

$544,965

$548,536

100%

604

4

3.1

Carrington Place 5

$515,000

$515,000

100%

8

4

3.1

Rivendell on the Lake

$510,000

$500,000

98%

39

3

4

Rivendell 8

$500,000

$475,000

95%

125

4

3.1

Legacy Sec V

$490,000

$475,000

97%

84

4

3.1

Greenbriar Kingswood 3

$484,900

$440,000

90%

197

5

4.1

Rivendell 8

$474,900

$435,000

91%

63

5

5.1

Hidden Lake

$459,900

$452,000

98%

42

4

3.1

Brookhaven 9

$415,000

$415,000

100%

3

4

4.1

Olde Stonebridge 4

$414,900

$402,500

97%

108

4

3.2

Southern Preserve II

$399,500

$399,500

100%

58

4

3.1

Rio De Bella 2

$395,000

$392,500

99%

7

4

3.1

Brookhaven on Main

$389,000

$385,000

98%

67

5

3.2

Sterling Canyon

$370,000

$360,000

97%

27

4

3

Hidden Lake Sec 2

$359,900

$350,000

97%

9

3

2.1

Rivendell

$354,000

$348,000

98%

26

4

3.1

Cascata Lakes

$350,000

$343,000

98%

39

3

3.1

Apple Estates

$329,500

$330,000

100%

4

4

2.1

Wildwood Hills Estates

$322,500

$310,000

96%

25

4

2.1

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Dr. Glenn Ashmore

DENTAL DEPOT TURNS 40 STILL FAMILY-OWNED AND -OPERATED ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER

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“GLENN ALWAYS WANTED A DENTAL OFFICE THAT DIDN’T LOOK LIKE A DENTAL OFFICE,” SHE EXPLAINS. “HE ALWAYS SAID PEOPLE DIDN’T LIKE GOING TO THE DENTIST AND HE WANTED [HIS PRACTICE] TO BE HOMEY AND FUN.” DENTAL DEPOT WAS FOUNDED IN SUMMER 1978 AS

Kids Korral, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, Fields

A SMALL PRIVATE PRACTICE BY DR. Glenn Ashmore

& Futures, Feed the Children and Free to Live Animal

upon his return from service in the U.S. Navy. A life-

Sanctuary, among others.

long resident of Oklahoma City, Glenn graduated from Northwest Classen High School, just blocks from the original office on 23rd Street.

40TH ANNIVERSARY To celebrate their 40th anniversary, a bash for employees

The original office was a renovated duplex boasting five

and their families is planned at the Chickasaw Bricktown

operatories at the corner of N.W. 23rd Street and N. Drexel

Ballpark. In addition to fun and games, the People of Depot

Boulevard in the historic Linwood neighborhood.

video, a compilation of the people who helped make Dental Depot possible, will be premiered.

MISSION Dental Depot’s mission is “to serve our communities

TRAIN/DEPOT THEME’S ORIGINS

with practical, state-of-the-art dentistry while maintain-

Arlene Ashmore, Glenn’s wife of more than 40 years, was

ing a dedication to quality care and patient satisfaction.

visiting FAO Schwarz in New York City when she noticed a

We will individually serve each patient with compassion

beautiful toy train winding its way through the building. The

and a commonsense approach to their dental needs.”

train sparked her creativity and she proposed to her husband

Dental Depot is still family-owned and -operated, and

that they design their office after a railway depot.

Glenn is still very hands-on and dedicated to improving

“Glenn always wanted a dental office that didn’t look

the communities in which the practices are located, as well

like a dental office,” she explains. “He always said people

as the lives of their patients and team members—no mean

didn’t like going to the dentist and he wanted [his prac-

feat since they now have 11 offices in the OKC metro, four

tice] to be homey and fun.”

in the Tulsa metro, three in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and two in Phoenix, Arizona.

The collection started with a model train that went from room to room and has grown so large that today it takes a warehouse to store all the pieces. The first outdoor train

COMMUNITY SUPPORT Dental Depot is deeply committed to giving back,

was commissioned from David Peitte, a retired Oklahoma City firefighter and family friend.

offering a free dental education program for area schools;

With their two children out of the house and away

nonprofit, educational and community sponsorships; and

at college, Glenn decided to build a second location

holiday parades and other community events.

at 104th Street and Western Avenue, modeled after a

During their own, original day of giving, Dentistry

Santa Fe style train station. With construction under-

From the Heart (which typically takes place on a Sunday

way, the Ashmores woke up in February 2001 to learn

in October in Oklahoma City and Tulsa), their teams

that a late-night fire had burned down much of the

volunteer their time to provide free cleaning, fillings or

original 23rd Street office.

extractions to patients with no/low income. And Smiley

Glenn didn’t let the fire discourage him, and plans

O’Riley, clown conductor and Dental Depot mascot, visits

were drawn-up to rebuild with the now-iconic look of

schools, churches and daycares to teach children about

Dental Depot. Almost everything in Dental Depot’s

the importance of good dental hygiene.

offices is built from scratch by their team: from design-

In the OKC metro, their staff volunteer with and/or donate to OKC Beautiful, Toby Keith Foundation’s OK

ing, building and installing the bridges and train tracks to making the signage and custom furniture.

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"Stop, Go and Tell,” developed by a licensed therapist and presented by a trained educator, is designed to equip parents and children with vocabulary, permission and courage to prevent sexual abuse. The words “sexual abuse” are not used in the children’s presentation, which focuses on personal space and boundary rules. As part of the activity, which is presented by Bethesda Inc., each child will receive a free hula hoop as a teaching tool and take-home toy.

The program “Stop, Drop and Roll” plays on the longtime catch phrase on fire safety but goes well beyond that.

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This year’s Summer Reading theme is “Libraries Rock!” and it brings the chance to study literal rocks or rock out to musical offerings.

The usual fun and games of summer and learning also are present in libraries, with performances by cellist/storyteller Erin Yeaman, animal-themed presentations by the Oklahoma City Zoo and Extreme Animals, science presented

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IN THE MONTH WE CELEBRATE OUR FREEDOM, OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH THOSE THAT SERVE THEIR COMMUNITY, BOTH AT HOME AND ABROAD. I spoke with Cleveland County Sheriff Todd Gibson about his time serving our country and our community.

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TOD D G I B S O N REFLECTIONS ON A LIFE OF SERVICE ARTICLE LINDSEY DAVIES

Your whole life has been one of service, starting with service in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and continuing in law enforcement, including over 20 years in the Norman Police Department, and now as sheriff. What motivates you?

Throughout my life, I have admired those who would stand up for those who could not stand for themselves. One of my earliest memories was seeing two boys in a field over by my house in Norman, near Cleveland Elementary, bullying another kid. I did not know any of them; however, I went over, stepped in and stood up to the bullies. I personally, and professionally, believe that a life worth living is a life that helps transforms others’ lives and the positively affects the community they live in.

Who were your role models growing up?

My role models growing up were anyone in uniform and my dad. I also had grandfathers that served in WWII whom I admired, and I loved to listen to their stories of war and service to country.

You could live anywhere. Why here?

This is home. I have often said that Oklahoma people are special and some of the nicest people in the world. Cleveland County citizens have seen their share of tragedies, and they not only rise to the occasion, they set the standard for the rest of the country to follow.

What are your greatest challenges/rewards as sheriff?

There are several. The two largest challenges are moving the Sheriff’s Office into the 21st century and implementing modern law enforcement philosophies and strategies regarding service delivery to the community.

I have been rewarded when employees come up and tell me how much better things are and how they feel empowered to make decisions and do their job. I often tell them, “You don’t need permission to do the right thing.” If your decision falls in line with accomplishing our mission, vision and values, then don’t ask, just do it.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

GRILLING THE PERFECT STEAK ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN LASSITER AT DEFINING IMAGE

For great steaks, choose cuts that are at least 1” thick, and season and sear, but do not pierce/poke the steak during cooking.

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THERE’S NOTHING LIKE THE FLAVOR OF A QUALITY STEAK COOKED ON THE GRILL—AT LEAST, IF IT’S

TIPS FROM CHEF MICHAEL OLLIER

COOKED CORRECTLY! I think most of us have been disap-

For more specific information on preparing steaks to perfection, we

pointed to cut into a grilled steak, only to find it either under-

culled the following cooking instructions from noted chef Michael Ollier

cooked or overcooked and tough.

(source: https://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/kitchen/cooking.php)

Whether you’re planning a special Fourth of July cookout with family and friends or just an intimate meal for two, start

01 Preheat grill until very hot (about 500 - 550°F).

out with the best-quality meat possible, recommends Al

02 Season steaks with salt and pepper, or as desired.

Cusack, owner of Cusack Meats, an Oklahoma family-owned

03 Place steaks on preheated grill–they should sizzle. After a couple min-

and -operated business since 1933 and a proud distributor of

utes, once juices begin to rise to the surface, use tongs to flip steaks over.

the Certified Angus Beef Brand since 1985.

04 Continue grilling steaks to desired doneness.* Use an instant-read

“For a great steak, we recommend you start with the best beef

thermometer for accuracy. Insert the thermometer through the side, with

… using a Certified Angus Beef® Steak is a great first step,” said

the tip in the center, not touching any bone or fat. (Cooking times and

Cusack, noting that one need go no further than the Certified

temperatures may vary with the method of preparation, the size and

Angus Beef Brand’s website (CertifiedAngusBeef.com/)

shape of the cut and the desired degree of doneness.)

to find helpful cooking tips and recipes.

05 Remove steaks from grill onto clean plate and allow them to rest

“While all steaks are good on the grill, bone-in or boneless

approximately 5 minutes to redistribute the juices.

Ribeye, Porterhouse steak or a Filet are a sure bet,” he said,

06 For advanced grillers: Make professional diamond grill marks by

adding, “Choose steaks that are at least 1” thick, and season

placing your steaks on the grill with the ends at 10 and 4 o’clock. Once

and sear, but do not pierce/poke the steak during cooking.”

the meat has seared, turn them clockwise, with the ends at 2 and 8 o’clock. After a minute or two, flip the steaks over and cook until they reach the desired doneness.

07 Serve and enjoy! * Remove steaks from the heat when the thermometer registers 5°F lower than the desired doneness, as the temperature will continue to rise while resting. The USDA recommends steaks and roasts be cooked to 145°F (medium, warm pink center), then rested for at least 3 minutes.

CLASSIC STEAK BUTTER (Yields 16 butter servings) For a little extra pizzazz, why not dress up your steaks next time with a classic steak butter (for some extra joy, make it a thick-cut ribeye), made with garden-fresh herbs? Following is a simple, but delicious, recipe.

01 Place ½-pound unsalted, softened butter in a bowl.

02 To the butter, add and combine: + 1 T. roasted garlic + 1 T. Kosher salt + 1 t. finely chopped shallots + 1 t. each finely chopped rosemary, sage and parsley + Salt and pepper to taste Feast fit for royalty: steaks from Cusack Meats, beer from Royal Bavaria, and Mediterranean pasta salad, tabouli and fruit tarts, courtesy La Baguette

Using plastic wrap or waxed paper, roll the butter into a log shape, about 1” in diameter. Refrigerate 2 hours or until butter is solid. Place a 1/4-inch slice of butter on each steak as they are resting.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

Outdoor Living OUTDOORS ESCAPES-DESIGNED SPACE SUITS FAMILY TO A “T” ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN LASSITER WITH DEFINING IMAGE

ARE YOU STILL COOKING OUT ON THE HIBACHI OR CHEAP GRILL YOU BOUGHT YEARS AGO AND IS NOW GATHERING RUST? Is your outdoor living space limited to the concrete flooring of your back patio? If so, you should know that many people in central Oklahoma—nay, across the country—are ratcheting up the whole extended-living concept and building, or having built for them, additions that make entertaining outdoors a lot more fun!

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In the spring of spring 2016, the Cole family decided it was time to go for something a bit more elaborate, a setup that would allow them to cook outdoors, entertain and just hang out more often, and not just when the weather is ideal.

So, they visited with Brian Scroggins with Outdoor Escapes. After scoping out other spaces and talking over their ideas for the space with Scroggins, a new space was built for them that features all their key wants: an outdoor living room to hang out in; a kitchen with built-in grill; a fireplace; storage area; and even a half bath. The Coles decked it out with a TV, table, and couch and chairs. Not too shabby!

All the comforts of home, but outdoors. Shane Cole says that even though they have enjoyed the outdoor space for a couple of years now, there is nothing about it that they would change; it has all the features they could wish for.Â

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The Cole family can dine as comfortably in their outdoor living space as they can indoors. And doesn't food cooked and eaten outdoors always seem to taste better?! See related story on how to grill the perfect steak in our Culinary Creations column.

Thank you to the following for contributing to this and the accompanying Culinary Creations column: Brian Scroggins at Outdoor Escapes (http://www.outdoorescapesllc.com/) Al Cusack at Cusack Meats (https:// www.cusackmeats.com/catalog/ about_us.php) Andy Gmeiner at Royal Bavaria Restaurant, Brewery and Beergarten (http://www.royal-bavaria.com/) Rudy Khouri at La Baguette (http://www.labaguette.com/), and, of course, the Cole family.

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J U LY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1 LIBERTYFEST

visible from anywhere in the surround-

5K and Fun Run where you will cool off

ing area, so feel free to bring out a blan-

at the race-exclusive pool party at Early-

ket or lawn chairs to enjoy the show.

wine Family Aquatic Center following an

Downtown4thFest.com

officially timed race! The pool party will

Edmond

begin as soon as the first runner crosses

This citywide festival features a vari-

the finish line and will end at 11 a.m.

ety of great, family-oriented events, including a concert, road rally, kite

4

fest, rodeo, car show, food fest, pa-

A CELEBRATION IN THE HEARTLAND

rade, fireworks and entertainment.

Buck Thomas Park, Moore

LibertyFest.org

This fun-filled 4th of July celebration features a variety of activities for kids,

2 BLANCHARD'S INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION

live music, crafts, food and vendor booths, and wine tastings. Also featured is a children's art tent, giant

OKC Symphonic Band, Banana Seat and more. Take a helicopter ride or

Parks-Recreation

10 LYRIC THEATRE PRESENTS: HELLO, DOLLY! Civic Center Music Hall, OKC

sand pit, inflatables and more.

Lyric Theatre's lavish new production

CityofMoore.com

of "Hello, Dolly!" will take the audience into the tale of widowed matchmaker

Hwy 62 & NE 10th St., Blanchard

Celebrate with live music from the

Okc.gov/Departments/

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Dolly Levi as she searches for a bride for the rich Horace Vandergelder.

Theatergoers will enjoy a full orches-

take the children to the Kids Zone for

TRIBUTE TO LIBERTY

a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatable

Joe B. Barnes Regional Park,

more in this family-friendly show.

toys and games. End the evening

Midwest City

LyricTheatreOkc.com

with a great fireworks display at dusk.

This Independence Day celebration

CityofBlanchard.us

will feature tasty food, great music and a stunning fireworks display.

3 RED, WHITE & BOOM State Fair Park, OKC

Tribute to Liberty begins at 6 p.m.

tra, high-kicking choreography and

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with live musical entertainment. Stick

WOODY GUTHRIE FOLK FESTIVAL

around to watch the sky light up with

Okemah

a fireworks show at 9:45 p.m.

Held in Okemah, Guthrie's hometown,

MidWestCityok.org

this festival offers music, children's

Grab some lawn chairs and bring the

activities, poetry readings and more

whole family out to State Fair Park to

throughout the city. Daytime main

enjoy a free concert presented by the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. Enjoy

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stage performances will be held indoors at the Crystal Theater and other

free parking, on-site concessions and

NORMAN DAY CELEBRATION

breathtaking fireworks after dark. Guar-

Reaves Park, Norman

evening main stage performances will

anteed to be entertaining for all ages.

Norman Day Celebration features

be held at Pastures of Plenty.

OkcPhil.org/Rwb

fun activities like a doggie parade,

WoodyFest.com

locations in downtown Okemah, while

inflatables, food vendors, live music

4 OKC 4TH FEST Oklahoma City Boathouse District, OKC

This festival will feature plenty of fun activities like whitewater rafting and

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and fireworks. Activities start at noon.

Fireworks around 9:45 p.m.

NormanOk.gov/Parks/Activities

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live music, plus beer specials, fireworks,

POOL PARTY 5K

yard games and delectable food from

Earlywine Park, OKC

the Big Water Grill. The fireworks will be

Come join us for the inaugural Pool Party

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rom our beginning in 2011 as Classen Urgent Care, we have enjoyed growth and expansion. In 2013, we opened Classen Family Medicine right next door and then followed in 2018 with Classen Family Medicine in Shawnee and Classen Urgent Care in Moore. Over that same seven years, our staff has grown from five to 50 employees. We are most proud that our growth has come primarily from patient referrals, both individuals and businesses. We continue to have a wonderful experience with our patients as we build trust with the services we provide.

Before moving our accounts to Republic, we had not experienced a true banking relationship. Andy Sherrer and Amy Kennedy are available whenever we need them. They answer our calls, listen, and understand our needs. We count Andy as a resource, and we trust his opinion. He is not pushing an agenda; he truly wants us to succeed. That’s invaluable.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR 64-mile ride through the hills surrounding

Norman

and

nearby

Lake Thunderbird. In addition to

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the distance rides, Norman Con-

NEW WORLD COMIC CON

quest also offers a more laid-back

Oklahoma State Fair Park, OKC

tour of the town.

No matter what your favorite imprint,

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suit up and head to the Oklahoma State Fair Park for the New World

15 KICKLAHOMA OKC Farmers Public Market, OKC

from a variety of local streetwear designers. Enjoy good food, live music and guest appearances from pros like Final Four participant and Oklahoma Sooner power forward Ryan Span-

presentation to see if your favorite walks away with a title.

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Comic Con. The comic and gaming

CITY OF MOORE FISHING DERBY

world gathers together Oklahoma's

Buck Thomas Park, Moore

finest local talent, comedy communi-

The Oklahoma Wildlife Department

ty, creators and artists for a full day of

will be on-site for safety, knot tying,

interactive fun. 721.7634

fish ID, fish cleaning and ethics train-

At Kicklahoma, pick up the latest shoes and check out fresh offerings

and more. Stick around for the awards

ing. Bring your own pole and bait

28 CANADIAN RIVER CRUISERS CAR & MOTORCYCLE SHOW

(crawlers, stink bait, shrimp, liver etc.).

CityOfMoore.com/Events/CityMoore-Fishing-Derby

211 W. Comanche, Norman

gler. Guests can bring in up to three

Held in conjunction with the Norman

We are always accepting submissions

pairs of their own kicks to trade or sell

89er Day Parade, this promises to be a

for events you'd like to see included

with other attendees.

day full of delicious food from vendors,

in our Calendar section. Submissions

Kicklahoma.Bigcartel.com

great oldies music, a wide variety of

are accepted via the Contact Us tab

makes and models of cars, door prizes

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3 GREAT SUMMER HANGOUTS

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IN THE SUMMER, GATHERINGS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE JUST THAT

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MUCH MORE FUN WHEN THEY'RE HELD OUTDOORS. Here, we shine the light on three favorite outdoor restaurant hangouts, each with very different vibes.

Each of these venues offers its own unique ambiance, not to mention a very different menu and drink selection. Two of the selections are longtime favs, while the third is relatively new to the scene. Royal Bavaria and The Mont employ misters to manage the

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heat. Which will you choose for your next outing: the patio, the beergarten or the rooftop lounge option? Why not check them all out this summer?

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ROYAL BAVARIA RESTAURANT BREWERY & BEERGARTEN 3401 S. Sooner Road, Moore Royal-Bavaria.com 799.7666

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The Mont's legendary pat io is located just blocks from the OU Norman campus .

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T H E M O N T 1000 Classen Blvd., Norman TheMont.com 329.3330

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VOLARE CAMPUS CORNER 315 White St., Norman 310.3615 VolarePizzeria.com

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ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER Volare's roof top lounge off ers 1,000 squa feet of open re air with a cle ar view of hi Campus Corn storic er and the O U football sta dium.

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PHOTOGRAPHY TERESA BYRD AT TINYMITE’S PHOTOGRAPHY

Forged by hand, Mokume Gane is an ancient Japanese layering technique once used to adorn samurai swords.

Together with Spruce Pine Cones, the handle is crafted to compliment a Damascus Steel blade in a concert of pattern and texture.

Combined to honor the layers and depth of extraordinary men.

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13109 Rohan Court, Rivendell | $999,900 |

2700 SW 130th Court | $1,250,000 |

6,585 sf, 4 or 5 bed, 4.2 bath, galley kitchen, elevator, lake views.

5,216 sf, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Mirrored fitness room, steam sauna, sparkling saltwater pool & spa, outdoor kitchen, shimmering lake views and soaring fountain.

13109 ROHAN COURT

13100 ENDOR CIRCLE

6,585 sf, 4 or 5 bedrooms, 4.2 baths. Massive covered patio and pergola with lake view. Mature trees, manicured lawns and lush landscaping create this serene micro-climate.

with fireplace, saltwater spa and pool with cascading waterfall. Soothing

$999,900

$885,500

5,209 sf, 5 bedrooms, 5.1 baths. Centuries old rustic beams, cozy patio backyard relaxation.

Without integrity, nothing else matters.

Kathy & Steve Griffith

1530 SW 89th St. Oklahoma City 73159 | PrimeRealtyLuxuryHomes.com Cleveland County

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