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BOY, IT'S BEEN A TOUGH YEAR. With the COVID-19 problems and restrictions, it's hard to believe that summer is already here. With every bad time, we believe there will always be a light at the end of the tunnel. As the country and our city slowly recovers from the trials and challenges this spring brought, we at OKC Lifestyle are committed to supporting our local busi-

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nesses, venues and readers. In this issue, we wanted to thank people who went above and beyond to help their community. We wanted to highlight small businesses and new businesses who need your patronage. We wanted to show the beautiful new park in downtown and generate excitement about the new activities there. As a community, we faced a situation like nothing we've faced before. We encourage you to continue to support our local small businesses and take advantage of all our city has to offer.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 18 Going Above & Beyond OKC Officers Rally For Community During Crisis

24 A Resort Like None Other Find Relaxation, Art and Culture at OKC’s WangShi China Palace

28 Summer At Scissortail Park Skating Rink, Pedal Boats, New Dining Options Herald In Summer Vibes

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its

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than three weeks after pledging $250,000. Both financial commitments help the Regional Food Bank meet its goal of creating a $1 million fund to match other donations to combat hunger during the global health crisis.

“It can be something you do just for fun, but we’re also offering STEM curriculum if parents want to kick it up a notch.” The curriculum is part of RIVERSPORT’s SOAR Cardboard Canoe curriculum that targets sev-

Deb Bunting, interim CEO of the Regional Food

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Bank, said financial support from companies like

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APMEX is even more vital during times of crisis.

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and boat vocabulary. It culminates in a field trip to

interim CEO of the Regional Food Bank. “We are

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The OKC Pride Alliance board has decided it is in the best interest of the community’s health to reschedule the 2020 Pride Week & Festival in response to COVID-19 concerns. The new dates for the festival are September 4-6, 2020. The OKC Pride Alliance and the annual Pride Week & Festival are completely volunteer-run. The safety of volunteers and the community are a priority to the organization, which helped guide this decision. “A lot of things are uncertain right now, but one thing we know for sure is the LGBTQ+ community is always determined and resilient in the face of a challenge. This time also serves as a reminder of

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THIS SPRING WAS TOUGH ON EVERYONE AS THE WORLD BATTLED THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND RESTRICTIONS, BUT FOR OKLAHOMA CITY POLICE OFFICERS AND STAFF, RISING TO THE CHALLENGE WAS PART OF THE JOB THEY DO EVERY DAY. That being said, honoring each officer who went beyond is impossible, but here are just a few who made a difference in their community.

MSgt kim holmes MSgt Kim Holmes is a Police Master Sergeant and an Advance Practice Registered Nurse and National Registered Paramedic assigned to the OKC MACC Medical Monitoring Unit. Kim has worked tirelessly to consistently apply the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance for handling employees suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19 as well as those who may have been exposed to the virus. Her efforts have contributed to a low rate of disease transmission amongst the workforce. Only four city employees have tested positive for COVID-19. She has educated supervisors and employees about the virus and how to limit its spread thereby reducing anxiety. She follows up with employees placed in isolation to ensure their physical and mental health.

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a resort like no other FIND RELAXATION, ART AND CULTURE AT OKC’S WANGSHI CHINA PALACE

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WangShi Palace (which translates to

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he met and married Jian Xiang Wang (Victoria).

and his wife Victoria and his grandson Kyle

“I named WangShi Palace after her, even

and is designed to be an upscale bed and

though she didn’t want it named after her,”

breakfast resort that is actually more than

he said. “I’ve lived in that home since 1974,

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ing it into something more.”

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Although it has an Asian name, the facility

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is more modern contemporary with hints of

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Chinese art and decor.

An architect himself, McCarty studied

“The house is centered around a central

under the famous University of Oklahoma

core that has a swimming pool in a two-story

architect professor Bruce Goff, who was

atrium,” McCarty said. “The whole house sur-

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designer Frank Lloyd Wright. With a nod

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The entrance to WangShi China Palace beckons visitors to luxury.

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Open bright airy spaces give WangShi China Palace a welcoming feel.

McCarty's design has a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired feel throughout the resort.

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MORE THAN A B&B Every guest at WangShi Palace will have amenities that go above and beyond a typical bed and breakfast. Visitors to the Palace have free limousine service to and from the Will Rogers Airport and to the area’s attractions in the Adventure District and to the Oklahoma City National Memorial. The staff greets every guest with

complimentary

wine,

cham-

pagne, tea, or coffee upon arrival. “We wanted to give people more than they could get at a typical bed and breakfast,” said McCarty. “We wanted to give them a better experience than they could get at a luxury hotel too. Everything here is luxury - the private rooms with their own private bathrooms, the linens, the towels and robes.”

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The 70-acre public space is open for summer fun.

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WITH WARMER WEATHER COMES THE URGE TO GET OUTSIDE AND HAVE SOME FUN. Scissortail Park, Oklahoma City’s newest community space in downtown, is a 70-acre public space created from funds generated by a penny sales tax. The 36-acre Upper Park opened on September 27, 2019. This spring, the park was open to citizens who practiced responsible social distancing. As the country opens back up, the park has new offerings planned for summer, making it a perfect time to explore the green spaces and new activities.

NEW DINING OPTION

The Spark Cafe, operated by the Social Order Dining Group, is

slated to open this summer at the north end of the park. Serving up burgers, fries, shakes and other Americana selections. Visitors can dine indoors or enjoy the sun’s rays on the outdoor patio while also sipping a cold beer or wine. “We will also have grab-and-go concessions as well,” said Stacey Aldridge, director of Marketing and Communications at Scissortail Park Foundation. “One of the grab-and-go concessions will be at the Scissortail Boathouse where people rent the pedal boats. We are trying to do healthier options, like fruit, nuts and vegetables. We will also have beer and wine available too.”

PEDAL BOATS

Jump into one of Scissortail Park’s four-seater pedal boats

this summer to have fun on the 3.7-acre lake. The boathouse includes a concession stand, restrooms and a large shaded patio. Guests can rent pedal boats (one is ADA accessible), kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards for lake activities.

LACE UP THE SKATES Cruise around the lake at Scissortail Park on one of the new pedal boats.

New this summer, Scissortail Park will open its seasonal roller

skating rink at the event pavillion on the south side of the park by the Skydance Bridge. Called the Sky Rink at Scissortail, guests can rent quad skates for the rink or in-line skates to use throughout the park.

Scissortail Park plans to open its seasonal roller skating rink this summer.

“We originally planned to open the rink in May. Just like the Myriad Gardens has the ice rink in winter, we have the roller rink in spring and summer,” Aldridge said.

SUMMER TUNES

Musical performances are among the park’s summer offerings.

During COVID-19 restrictions, the park streamed performances from local artists with the help of Graham Colton of the Jones Assembly. As restrictions ease, local musicians will perform in public spaces. “When we start having people back, we will definitely offer concerts in the park,” said Aldridge. Don’t forget to check out the Farmers’ Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays! CityLifestyle.com/OKC

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