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February 13, 14 & 15

A musical, murderously funny fundraising dinner and show for adults only benefiting the programs and productions of The Sooner Theatre of Norman, Inc. Join us for a celebrity has-been whodunit set at a wacky rehab center complete with an intrusive doctor, a gruff nurse, and a line-up of “fallen stars”. Set to the music of the fab four, you’ll overdose on laughter while solving a tabloid-worthy murder. The Sooner Theatre nervously presents their annual musical murder mystery dinner fundraiser.

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JANUARY 2020 PUBLISHER

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Happy New Year!

HOPE EVERYONE GOT OFF TO A GREAT START TO THE NEW YEAR!

Did you make a resolution to get more physically fit or to eat more healthfully?

You'll want to read about a local attorney's journey toward a higher level of fitness, thanks to the support, encouragement and fun she enjoys at a local

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Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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Featured reading this issue also includes: + A beautiful smile tells only part of the story. Healthy teeth and gums also play a key role in our overall health, say two local dentists. + Did anyone's new year's resolutions include mental health? Read about a nonprofit

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the other parts of their lives.

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

+ What's hot, what's not in today's housing market? Did you know that a large,

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

bright laundry room with plenty of storage tops many homeowners' wishing lists?

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Inside, you'll learn from a local Realtor what they are looking for in their new home.

So, take some time out of your busy day, grab a cup of tea or joe, or beer or wine if that's your preference, to peruse our January issue. Cheers!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2020

FEATURES

16 What’s Hot? What’s Not? Realtor Shares Dream Home ‘Wish List’ of 2020 and Beyond

26 Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. Norman Philharmonic to Celebrate Legacy of Slain Civil Leader

32 Eating Better One of Your New Year Resolutions?

Oliveto Italian Bistro Offers Its Patrons Tasty, Healthful Options

42 One Woman’s Fitness Journey Local Attorney Says

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Orangetheory Fitness Keeps Her Motivated, Accountable

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Good Times

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22 Locally Owned 38 Giving Back 42 Inspired By 46 Realty Report 47 Lifestyle Calendar 50 Local’s Choice

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True Sky Credit Union's Moore Grand Opening A marching band, a boa constrictor, flying cash … and a brand-new credit union. It was all part of the grand opening celebration for True Sky’s newest location in Moore on Nov. 16. The Westmoore High School band kicked off the celebration, which also included special rates on CDs, and an exotic animal-petting zoo. Learn more at TrueSkyCU.org.

Full Circle November Happenings Full Circle Adult Day Center in Norman offered up a number of fun activities during November, including a Thanksgiving luncheon for participants and their families and a visit from Amanda Boehm with the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art at the University of Oklahoma. Full Circle provides quality, professional adult day services for seniors and people with disabilities. FMI: FullCircleOK.org

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GOOD TIMES

Busy November for SOKC Chamber!

Members of TEAM South Class XII spent Nov. 21 learning about different education options in South OKC. They visited Metro Tech Aviation Center, Mount St. Mary’s and the Police Athletic League. Other events included a multi-Chamber luncheon at the Embassy Suites featuring generational experts David and Jonah Stillman and a Business After Hours at Howard Brothers Florist.

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AROUND TOWN

2ND FRIDAY NORMAN ART WALK SET FOR JAN. 10 Start your new year out right by supporting the arts!

Reconnaissance

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through March 15 at the Sam Noble Museum, 2401 Chautauqua Ave.

The first 2nd Friday Norman Art Walk of the year

The images provide unique visual data to help

will take place Jan. 10. This free, monthly celebra-

answer our questions about the Moon’s formation,

tion of arts creativity is held from 6 to 9 p.m. in the

its continuing geological evolution, and its relation-

Walker Arts District of Downtown Norman.

ship to Earth and the solar system.

2nd Friday Norman Art Walk is made possi-

“A New Moon Rises” includes over 50 photo-

ble by the Norman Arts Council and a collec-

graphs, three videos, one interactive, and files

tion of sponsors, including Republic Bank &

to produce seven additional images, five 3-D

Trust, Fowler Automotive, the City of Norman,

models of craters, labels and environmental wall

Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for

vinyl. Displayed at the Smithsonian’s National Air

the Arts and Kirkpatrick Foundation.

and Space Museum in 2016, the exhibition was

The lineup of events can be found at

organized by the museum and the LROC team at

2ndFridayNorman.com.

Arizona State University.

GET ACQUAINTED WITH THE AREA’S LIBRARIES

"RENEGADES"EXHIBITION TO OPEN AT OU ART MUSEUM

It’s a new year and it’s a new chance to get

"Renegades: Bruce Goff and the American

acquainted with the libraries of the Pioneer

School of Architecture," an exhibition that show-

Library System.

cases the School of Architecture after World War

January brings a variety of activities for all ages, including: The Moore Public Library, 225 S. Howard Ave.,

II, opens Jan. 24 at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus. The exhibit runs through April 5.

is taking inspiration from Mr. Rogers for its new

At the time, most architecture schools in the

Sunday Story Time “Won’t You Be My Neighbor,”

the United States either followed the classical

at 2 p.m. on Sundays beginning Jan. 5. For all ages.

tradition of the French Beaux Arts model or the

Make a resolution to get in shape with the

German Bauhaus model, centered on abstraction

Southwest Oklahoma City library and its series

and materiality, but the OU School of Architecture,

“Barre for Beginners,” taking place at 6:30 p.m.

under the leadership of Bruce Goff (1904-82), Herb

Mondays, Jan. 6, 13 and 27, and at 6:30 p.m.

Greene (b. 1929), Mendel Glickman (1895-1967),

Tuesday, Jan. 21. The hybrid workout combines

Elizabeth Bauer Mock (1911-98), and others, stood

elements of yoga and Pilates.

apart from these two trends and created an

Norman West, 300 Norman Center Court, wel-

authentically American approach to design.

comes the Sallee Jazz Quintet for its lunchtime

The exhibition includes over 150 drawings, docu-

concert series, Lunch and Listen, at noon on

ments and objects, many of which are drawn from

Wednesday, Jan. 22.

the newly created American School Archive in the

Norman Central, 103 W. Acres St., is hosting

OU Libraries Western History Collection.

a Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Learn more at

Saturday, Jan. 25. In honor of National Puzzle

OU.edu/FJJMA/Exhibitions1/Renegades.

Month, teams of four will be provided with matching 400-piece puzzles and compete to complete the puzzle first.

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TREND SETTER

The No. 1 item on most buyer's lists is a large, bright laundry room with lots of storage.

WHAT’S HOT? WHAT’S NOT?

REALTOR SHARES DREAM HOME ‘WISH LIST’ OF 2020 AND BEYOND

ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY REED EWING

WHETHER YOU’RE CONTEMPLATING THE PURCHASE OF A

days of the washer and dryer in the garage. Today’s clients want

NEW HOME OR SELLING YOUR CURRENT HOME—OR JUST

a place to store laundry hampers, fold and hang clean laundry,”

LOVE TO KEEP UP ON HOME TRENDS—KNOWING WHAT

Leslie says. “Many of my clients walk in the front door and head

TODAY’S HOME BUYERS ARE LOOKING FOR LIKELY WILL BE

straight for the laundry room! And if the laundry room is close to

OF GREAT INTEREST TO YOU.

the master bedroom, it is a winner! A bright, well-designed laundry

Leslie Switzer, a Realtor with Keller Williams Green Meadow

room can be a game changer when I list a home to sell.”

who specializes in listing and selling homes, right here in the heart of Cleveland County, recently shared her observations on the Dream Home of the 2020s and beyond.

HOLDING STRONG TO THEIR PLACE ON THE LIST Certain items have become a standard item rather than a luxury item in today’s home-buying market. “Whether it’s

NEW ITEM ON THE WISH LIST! Interestingly enough, the No. 1 item on most current buyers’ lists is a large, bright laundry room with lots of storage. “Gone are the 16

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thanks to HGTV or the prices becoming more affordable, but stainless-steel appliances aren’t going anywhere for now in the Midwest region,” she says.

Still popular in the kitchen: stainless-steel appliances and engineered quartz or natural stone granite counter tops

Continuing to make a statement in the kitchen is engineered quartz or natural stone granite counter tops. “Anything less will make a home less desirable to a potential buyer,” Leslie says.

granite or quartz counter tops paired with cabinetry that has been painted or stained in white.

For walls, Leslie says buyers prefer them to be all the same color

Additionally, hard surface flooring has become increasingly pop-

rather than a hodgepodge of different colors. “Think how a new con-

ular in more than just the family room. “Buyers today love to see a

struction home looks when you walk in the door. That is what buyers

hard surface floor,” she says, noting that, depending on the needs

today want! They also prefer neutrals in gray or greige tones. These

of the particular home buyer, top selections may be a medium-tone

colors blend nicely with most any furniture and art work the buyers

hardwood floor or water-resistant luxury vinyl wood look planks. The

already own and no painting is needed.”

latter is a more practical choice for homes with a pool or pets.

“My clients with pets love to see easy-to-maintain hard-surface floors, especially when they are the same material throughout the home.”

INTERIOR DESIGNS PREFERRED Staying in first place with clients is the “open concept” design home that’s often at the heart of redesigns on popular shows like

COLOR SCHEMES

HGTV’s “Property Brothers.”

“Light and bright is what buyers are looking for today,” Leslie

“Buyers love when the kitchen is open to the family living area

states, noting that the most popular kitchen and bathroom look fea-

as well as the larger dining area,” she says. “It makes hosting

tures white on white or gray on white—for example, white or gray

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TREND SE T TER (CONTINUED) family and friends much more enjoyable when no area is blocked off from the fun!”

THE FUTURE The future for many new construction as well as existing homes

Also high on wish lists, Leslie says, are large kitchen islands for family

is the “smart home”—homes that can be designed to run everything

and friends to gather around the cook. “Large islands with plentiful seat-

from your phone, from locking doors to turning on lights, from adding

ing can replace the need for a separate kitchen table,” she observes.

volume to the sound system to robust security systems with cameras.

Glamour is the catch phrase for the master bathroom, which

For both new construction and existing homes, Leslie also sees

also features a double vanity counter space and spacious clos-

a growing trend in homeowners and home buyers looking for an

ets, as well as a separate tub and shower, with the shower being

overall smaller footprint environmentally.

glass with high-end fixtures.

The “icing on the cake” for today’s home buyer is a spectacular

“For instance, buyers are looking for a better design rather than a bigger home,” she says.

outdoor living space on the patio. “A home doesn’t have to have

“This applies especially for empty nesters, who are a large con-

a pool or a full outdoor kitchen to have a wonderful area to enjoy

tingent of my clients,” Leslie says. “They are looking to ‘right size’

beautiful Oklahoma sunsets,” Leslie says.

rather than ‘down size.’ As my clients’ children leave home, they find

Light and bright is what today's homebuyer's are looking for.

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they do not need that fourth bedroom or upstairs bonus room. Many

ABOUT LESLIE SWITZER

are looking to buy a single-story home, with possibly the same or

A Realtor with Keller Williams Green Meadow, Leslie Switzer

slightly fewer square feet (right size), with an open-concept kitchen

specializes in listing and selling homes. She is married to Alan

and living for entertaining family on weekends and holidays.

Switzer, a CPA. They have four children and one black lab mix

“Especially popular now,” she says, “are Active Adult Living

named Gabby. Leslie is active in her church and their outreach min-

Communities with right-size homes, community pools, clubhouses

istries; an avid Sooner football fan; and seasonal storm chaser with

that can be reserved for family events, and walking trails to keep

her husband. She has been nominated for the 2019 Rising Start

active. My clients are extremely interested in these low-mainte-

Realtor award by the Oklahoma City Board of Realtors. Leslie offers

nance, gated communities in Northwest Norman and Southwest

free pre-listing consultations for those considering purchasing a

Oklahoma City. I’m betting they will be a nice investment for the

new home or selling their current one.

future, especially for active mature adults and empty nesters!”

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DENTISTS O F F E R PAT I E N T S MORE THAN A DAZZLING SMILE ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY KRYSTYN RICHARDSON WITH BOLD MULTIMEDIA

GETTING, AND MAINTAINING, A BEAUTIFUL SMILE IS ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN JUST PEARLY WHITE TEETH. Dr. Sara Spurlock and Dr. Jennifer Jenkins at Dental Design Studio consider themselves the “quarterbacks” of their patients’ oral health because they know good oral health also is very much related to a person’s whole-body health.

“Periodontal, or gum, disease effects approximately 70% of all adults in the United States,” states Dr. Spurlock, pointing out that periodontal disease has been linked with a host of systemic health problems, such as Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, stroke, low-weight pre-term babies and inflammatory diseases.

“We take our role in the prevention of heart attack and stroke, and other health issues, very seriously and are committed to helping our patients achieve oral health which in turn promotes systemic health,” adds Dr. Jenkins.

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DENTAL DESIGN STUDIO Drs. Spurlock and Jenkins practice dentistry at Dental

not only their continuing education and technical prowess, but from their insistence on treating the whole person.

Design Studio, which has been a part of the Norman

“Reinvesting in our practice with technology and training

landscape for more than 40 years. The practice was

are at the core of our values, but we believe what is unique

established by Dr. Roger Bowman, who retired in the early

about our practice and team is the value with place on build-

1990s. Dr. Susan Whiteneck then acquired the practice

ing relationships with our patients while creating and main-

and served as a solo practitioner for nearly two decades

taining healthy, beautiful smiles,” says Dr. Jenkins. “We take

before Dr. Spurlock joined her in 2008. They renamed the

our work seriously and seriously like to have some fun, but we

practice to Dental Design Studio. Dr. Jenkins joined the

never lose sight of the impact we can have on our patient’s

practice in 2015 in anticipation of Dr. Whiteneck’s retire-

day. We are here to listen, understand, guide, encourage,

ment. Dr. Whiteneck retired at the end of 2017, and now

support and serve. We provide a positive and nurturing envi-

Drs. Spurlock and Jenkins work full time in the practice.

ronment so we can best meet our patient’s needs.”

ABOUT THE PRACTICE TODAY

PRACTICE ENCOMPASSES ALL AGES

“We are passionate about learning, researching and

The dental providers at Dental Design Studio wel-

studying everything from cosmetic dentistry, airway func-

come patients of all ages, and they work closely with a

tion, integrative oral medicine and everything in between,”

group of dental specialists in Norman to give patients

says Dr. Jenkins. “We regularly attend continuing education

the ultimate dental experience.

courses throughout the United States, learning from the very

“Our patients can visit our office for their hygiene appoint-

best of the best in our field in efforts to stay current with new

ments, periodontal therapy, restorative treatment, cosmetic

information and techniques to best serve our patients.”

treatment and much more,” notes Dr. Spurlock.

Utilizing the most current technology for diagnosis and treatment planning enables the dentists to improve accuracy and provide a clear understanding of their patients’ dental and health condition.

ABOUT THE DENTISTS Dr. Spurlock, a 2008 D.D.S. graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, has completed most of the

“The technology we utilize includes a three-dimensional

continuing education curriculum at the Spear Education

CBCT scan, digital X-rays and digital impression and

Center for Dentists and currently is currently taking classes in

health scans with our iTero Scanner,” Dr. Spurlock points

the Kois curriculum and the Bale and Doneen Preceptorship.

out, noting that the health scan accurately records gum

Dr. Spurlock grew up in Cleveland, Oklahoma, and

tissue levels and allows both dental providers and patient

earned her bachelor’s of science degree in zoology from OU

to easily visualize any changes.

and her doctor of dental surgery from the OU of Dentistry

“These diagnostic assessments, in conjunction with a com-

in 2008. She is married to her high school sweetheart and

prehensive evaluation of the gum tissue, allow patients to gain

they have three children who attend school in Norman.

a thorough understanding of the current condition and make

They enjoy leading a healthy active life and are members of

the best decisions to improve their oral health,” adds Dr. Jenkins.

KODA crossfit gym. Dr. Spurlock also enjoys cooking, read-

“Utilizing up-to-date technology, techniques and materials

ing, watching her children’s sporting events and attending

when providing treatment helps us offer the best possible care.”

McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church.

To make patients as comfortable as possible, a device called

Dr. Jenkins, also a 2008 D.D.S. graduate of the OU College

the “Wand” is used to administer dental anesthetic and nitrous

of Dentistry, has completed most of the continuing educa-

oxide. Patients may even watch Netflix during treatment.

tion curriculum at the Spear Education Center for Dentists.

In addition to Drs. Spurlock and Jenkins, Dental Design Studio has a capable staff of 14, who handle everything from appointments to assisting the dentists as dental hygienists.

She is currently taking classes in the Kois curriculum Bale and Doneen Preceptorship.

Dr. Jenkins grew up in her hometown of Edmond. After graduating from Edmond North High School in 2000, she

TAKING THE WHOLE PERSON APPROACH

attended OU, where she received bachelor’s degrees in

Just as a bright smile is only the top of the iceberg when

psychology and zoology in 2004. She then attended the OU

it comes to ensuring a patient maintains a healthy mouth,

College of Dentistry and graduated in 2008 with a D.D.S.

Drs. Spurlock and Jenkins believe patients benefit from

She and her husband, Justin, love raising their two boys, CONTINUED >

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DENTAL DESIGN STUDIO 561 Merchant Drive, Norman 321.6166 NormanDentist.com

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Jase and Jax, in Norman. They enjoy riding bikes around campus and finding things to do around Norman.

Both doctors are members of the Seattle Study Club, an international network of doctors interested in furthering their knowledge to provide excellent care to each and every patient that comes into their practice.

GIVING BACK “Giving back to our community that has given us so much is at the core of our mission at Dental Design Studio,” says Dr. Jenkins, noting that they donate a portion of their profits to the community and also donate their dental services as time allows, as well.

“We participate in free dental clinics in Norman, Oklahoma City and with the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, which we will serve together as dental leads in 2020 in Stillwater,” adds Dr. Spurlock. “We are also community partners with Lincoln Elementary and support numerous other area schools and local nonprofit organizations, such as CCFI, Food & Shelter, Meals on Wheels, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. We both serve as leads for the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy.”

THE FINAL WORD

“WE WANT OUR PATIENTS TO FEEL LIKE THEY ARE PART OF OUR FAMILY,” DRS. SPURLOCK AND JENKINS SAY. “WE TREAT EVERYONE EXACTLY HOW WE WOULD TREAT OUR FAMILIES. WE GET EXCITED ABOUT DENTISTRY, AND WE HOPE THAT WE CAN MAKE OUR PATIENTS FEEL ENCOURAGED AND SUPPORTED IN ACHIEVING OPTIMAL DENTAL HEALTH.”

THE COOKIES WE’RE MAKING ARE MISSING A CRUCIAL INGREDIENT: YOU. The best holidays are made with friends. And we’re extra dedicated this year to seniors who might be alone and really need a happy holiday. Just come by. There’s a smile waiting for you at the door, new friends waiting for you at our holiday festivities, and happier holidays ahead. You’ll see how Senior Living means more than help with health and housekeeping. Here, it means happiness for the whole person. And that takes caring, loving people – never in short supply around here.

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NORMAN PHILHARMONIC TO CELEBR ATE MARTIN LUTHER K ING JR .' S LEG AC Y

The event also features guest speakers and spotlights the Norman Philharmonic with the Richard Zielinski Singers, and the OU combined choirs, and explores the music America composer, Rosephanye Dunn Powell, creator of the four-movement sacred work that harkens to King himself: “The Cry of Jeremiah.”

Rosephanye, the Meet the Composer spotlighted artist, chairs the voice program at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama, and has been hailed as one of America’s premier composers of choral music.

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Rosephanye says music provides a perfect vehicle to come together and honor King’s legacy.

“Generally, in music performance settings, there’s more focus on what we have in common, rather than our differences,” she says. “As we work together as a unit to harmonize, blend and share a common message, there’s a sense of unity and

GATHERED AROUND HIS FAMILY’S PIANO,

a desire to build up one another. When we per-

SINGING SONGS OF THE ’60S THAT CALLED

form in ensembles, we find our attitudes to be less

FOR UNITY AND CHANGE, A YOUNG RICHARD

self-centered and more others-centered since we

ZIELINSKI LEARNED FIRSTHAND THE LOVE AND

are working toward a common goal.”

ACCEPTANCE DR. Martin Luther King Jr. preached.

Everyone, no matter their race, sexual orientation

‘THE CRY OF JEREMIAH’

or religion, was welcome in the Zielinski house in

In “The Cry of Jeremiah,” Rosephanye draws

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. His parents, Betty and Dick

parallels to King and Jeremiah, one of the major

Zielinski, embodied King’s mission and they didn’t

prophets of the Hebrew Bible often referred to as

need lectures, worksheets or sermons to pass that

the “weeping prophet.”

onto their children. It was a lesson learned by example.

“Martin Luther King, as a leader in the civil rights

“I saw my parents embrace every walk of life in

movement, was called to be a type of prophet for

this small blue collar town,” says Richard (“Dr. Z” to

the African American community,” she explains.

anyone who’s met him), now music and artistic direc-

“During his time of leadership, Dr. King faced many

tor of the Norman Philharmonic and director of OU

trials and difficulties for which he cried out to

Choral Activities. “Everyone was welcome in this tiny

God—in frustration, loneliness, anger, disappoint-

little house of ours. It was never about talking about

ment and fatigue. Dr. King’s messages to his peo-

racial issues; it was about taking care of each other.”

ple addressed the dark days they would face. Like

IN THE UPCOMING CONCERT, RICHARD HOPES TO RECREATE A LITTLE BIT OF THAT MAGIC HE FELT SURROUNDED

BY FAMILY AND FRIENDS SINGING TOGETHER INSIDE HIS CHILDHOOD HOME. HE INVITES THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA AND NORMAN COMMUNITIES TO JOIN HIM AT 3 P.M. ON MONDAY, JAN. 20, FOR THE MLK CELEBRATION CONCERT AND MEET THE COMPOSER EVENT IN WHICH THE AUDIENCE WILL TAKE PART IN A SINGALONG OF ’60S CIVIL RIGHTS SONGS AND POPULAR MUSIC.

Jeremiah, Dr. King had many enemies who wanted to destroy and kill him, including those in the government. Like Jeremiah, he was jailed, experiencing loneliness and isolation. Like Jeremiah, he resisted violence when his enemies attacked him.”

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NORMAN PHILHARMONIC (CONTINUED) “I imagine that Dr. King questioned his calling to lead the people. Yet, like Jeremiah, one hears in Dr. King’s sermons and reads in his letters the voice of hope that there will be victory for the cause. Like Jeremiah, Martin Luther King met an untimely death at the hands of a murderer. Both, in their time with God, had hope because they had seen through spiritual eyes the ‘Promised Land.’

They resolved that they would do the will of God and serve the people regardless of what they faced, including death.”

As the audience members experience “The Cry of Jeremiah,” Rosephanye says they should imagine themselves in the place of Jeremiah, or King, to feel the struggle and anguish that great leaders experience as they lead.

“So often we admire their charisma, courage and speaking abilities; however, we’re unaware of what their lives are like when they’re not in the public eye,” she says. “I want the audience to experience the inner struggles—the pain, the doubt, the questions and the isolation—that come with leadership in difficult times. I want the audience to connect their own experiences with those of Martin Luther King and Jeremiah.”

‘THE TIME IS ALWAYS RIGHT …’

When asked why he chooses to orchestrate the MLK Celebration each year (it’s now in its second year), Richard looks to one local figure in particular as the cause of his inspiration: George Henderson, a retired OU professor and local and regional racial equality advocate who launched OU’s first black student association.

Richard hopes more in the community, especially OU’s young minds, turn out to the event and instill in themselves the words of King. One quote from King is always at the ready with him: “The time is always right to do what is right.”

“It’s all about virtue—it’s all about doing the right thing,” he says. “When someone’s down, you pick them up. When someone needs help, you guide them.”

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IF YOU GO: WHAT: MLK Celebration Concert and Meet the Composer

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EATING HEALTHY TOPS MANY NEW YEAR RESOLUTION LISTS AND, THANKS TO OLIVETO ITALIAN BISTRO IN MOORE, ACHIEVING THAT GOAL HAS NEVER BEEN SO EASY OR TASTED SO GOOD. Oliveto’s menu is full of modern, artisan-inspired cuisine including pastas, paninis, woodstone baked entrees and pizzas, as well as an extensive wine list, house-made peach Bellini’s and specialty cocktails. And with a menu full of mouthwatering dishes like these, it’s easy to be tempted.

Harrison Sikes, Oliveto manager, pulls a handtossed pizza out of the woodstone oven.

Luckily, Oliveto’s menu is highly customizable. In fact, nearly everything on the menu can be made gluten-free, pastas can be traded in for riced cauliflower, and all their signature pizzas can be made with cauliflower crust.

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Health-conscious diners can choose from gluten-free options of traditional dishes like Chicken Alfredo, as well as more daring dishes like the Caliente Chicken–sliced chicken breast, onions, jalapeño bacon, tomatoes, cheddar, jalapeños and spicy tomato cream sauce with thin spaghetti.

Or, have your pasta your way with gluten-free penne, your choice of sauce, and with or without meat.

But it’s the rigatoni rustica, citrus cedar plank salmon, roasted rosemary chicken and jalapeno risotto that steal the show, said Oliveto manager Harrison Sikes, who formerly worked at the restaurant as bartender.

The next step in the development of the restaurant’s customizable menu is to make it adaptable for diners following Keto restrictions, Harrison said.

A longtime resident of Moore and co-owner of Oliveto’s in Moore, Mike Sikes got his start in the restaurant business with another Oklahoma-based Italian eatery, Mazzio’s Pizza. After 32 years with the company, Mike decided to open a restaurant of his own.

“I’d always worked in the restaurant business and I’d always wanted to open a restaurant in the town where I live,” he said.

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E ATING BE T TER (CONTINUED)

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Rather than start from scratch with a new concept, Mike decided to pursue a franchise opportunity. While researching his options, Mike said he repeatedly was drawn back to Oliveto Italian Bistro, which originated in Tulsa.

“I think that’s something that makes this restaurant unique,” Harrison said. “The atmosphere is pretty laid back, but extremely welcoming and warm. And if you want to go to a movie, we can get you in and out in 30 minutes. Or if you want to enjoy a long meal with a few courses and bottles of wine, we can cater to that, too. It’s the best of both worlds for people.”

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Oliveto Italian Bistro is a casual dining establishment located at 1301 S. I-35 Service Road, in Moore’s prime dining and entertainment area near the Warren Theater. For more information, visit Oliveto in Moore online at OlivetoBistro.com.

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To effect lasting, positive changes, you must be mentally prepared and psychologically strong enough to break harmful habits and form healthy new ones. To build this particular savings account may require a repositioning of priorities and a determination to build new coping mechanisms rather than making that splurge purchase, which only temporarily makes you feel better.

It may sound daunting to step forward and address this important component of a healthy, well-rounded life. Seeking help may require stepping out of your comfort zone and feeling exposed. But here in Cleveland County, you need not go it alone, for there exists an amazing organization that not only helps individuals focus on their own mental health but brings people together to work smoothly in a community format.

At Thunderbird Clubhouse, individuals can find help and support—and a chance to serve a worthy organization. Through this organization, individuals can put their mental health first so that they can find success in all the other parts of their lives.

I spoke recently with the communication unit at Thunderbird Clubhouse and learned about their organization, how to get involved, and what you can do to help.

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COULD YOU PROVIDE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ORGANIZATION? WHAT IS YOUR MISSION? Thunderbird Clubhouse is a community of individuals in recovery from mental illness.

The goal of the Clubhouse is to support its members as they discover or rediscover talents, abilities and interests.

We are creating a new future for adults recovering from mental illness through the positive power of meaningful work, community, choice and hope.

WHAT ARE YOUR SHORTAND LONG-TERM GOALS? Our vision and long-term goal is that all adults with mental illness will experience a community of recovery. We achieve this by empowering our members through opportunities to share their skills and be needed in the work of the Clubhouse. We develop meaningful relationships through the work and shared responsibilities.

Our short-term goal is to expand our membership by reaching out to community partners and agencies to serve a larger population in the Norman area.

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community. And we always accept monetary donations, as well as

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

CLEVELAND COUNTY

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Rural, N Moore

$1,383,000

$1,100,000

79%

15

4

3.1

Fountain View, Norman

$680,000

$680,000

100%

0

4

3.1

The Willows, Moore

$624,500

$575,000

92%

168

4

4.1

Brookhaven 17, Norman

$585,000

$560,000

96%

14

4

3.1

Kingsbridge Estates, SW OKC

$541,000

$541,000

100%

0

4

3.1

Olde Tuscany, SW OKC

$575,000

$540,000

94%

187

4

4.1

Parsons, Norman

$575,000

$530,000

92%

114

5

4

Sterling Canyon, SE OKC

$495,000

$505,000

102%

1

4

3.2

Brookhaven 8, Norman

$550,000

$505,000

92%

80

4

3

Parkglenn II, Moore

$550,000

$487,600

88%

159

5

4

Brookwood, SW OKC

$499,000

$465,000

93%

55

4

3.1

The Preserve at Parkside, SW OKC

$454,995

$454,995

100%

3

3

2.1

The Willows, Moore

$419,900

$395,000

94%

283

4

3

Brookhaven Square 3, Norman

$405,000

$379,000

94%

215

3

2.2

Rural, SE Moore

$399,900

$375,000

94%

136

3

3

Willows 2, Moore

$411,000

$375,000

91%

85

4

3.2

Highland Village, Norman

$375,000

$375,000

100%

40

4

3.1

Bella Villa, SW OKC

$369,900

$369,900

100%

24

4

2.1

Cascata Estates, SW OKC

$353,281

$353,281

100%

2

3

2

Rural, Moore

$359,900

$337,000

94%

102

4

2.1

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

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In celebration of Martin Luther King

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