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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2020 PUBLISHER

Kathy Slemp | kslemp@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Louann Buhlinger | lbuhlinger@outlook.com

Living it up at home DEAR READERS,

AD DESIGNER

Miranda Williams LAYOUT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

The lovely thing about your home is that it is the only one exactly like it. Yes, you may have the same floor plan or even the same build as another home, but the way you decorate each room with your selection of furniture, art and mementos makes it uniquely yours.

As this decade begins, perhaps you are in the market for a new home and ready to create a new expression of your style through design and furnishings. Or, maybe

Mel Bean, Louann Buhlinger, Dr. Mark Davis, Joe Harwell, Rebecca Haley, Lori Hutson, Hayley Hyer CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Jonathan Ben Chaim, Emily Funk, Kacey Gilpin, Laurey Glenn, Boaz Lavi, Michael McRuiz, Nicolette Martin, Alyssa Rosenheck

you’d like to create a backyard living area complete with fire pit, kitchen, entertainment area and pergola. And, because you live in a state known for its wild weather, this may be the year that you want to build a safe room to protect your family. If so, flip through this month’s issue to find local designers, artisans and contractors who can help you create the nest of your dreams.

Home is also a special place to relax and to rejuvenate. Preparing meals together

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

and eating healthy is driving people to cook more at home. With the popularity of

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

meal kits and better supermarket prepared foods, not to mention Netflix, eating in

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

is a defining trend. In this issue we breakdown the options of meal kits as well as

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

the costs. And, you may already know how important it is to start a healthy dental

REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

care regimen early. Dr. Mark Davis provides us with the “Top 7” things you can do at

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

home to keep your smile bright and reduce visits to the dental office.

Welcome to the home issue. Open the pages and enjoy.

Sincerely, Louann Buhlinger Editor, lbuhlinger@outlook.com

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2020

FEATURES 14 Blue is back Designers and homeowners bring back blue in unique ways

22 Outdoor living Planning the perfect patio space

26 Botanical: A Weekend of Culinary Wonder Tel Aviv to Tulsa: Chef Gabriel Israel of L28 Culinary Platform is featured Chef

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34 The modern chair New chair designs seen on Instagram

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20 Healthy Lifestyle 22 Renovate & Refine 26 Inspired By 28 Culinary Creations 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Trend Setter

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The Parent Child Center of Tulsa Celebrates Toyland Ball Toyland Ball "Celebrating 30 Years" was held January 18. Event chairs were Stephania and Brian Grober. Auction chairs were Ginger and Dave Kollmann. The Guardian Angel Award was presented to Fred Perry. Fred has utilized legislative advocacy skills to benefit PCCT, and has given gifts of time and talent to further the mission to prevent child abuse and neglect. ParentChildCenter.org

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1. Phil and Miranda Kaiser, Susan and Mayor G.T. Bynum. | 2. Andy Turner, PCCT Board Member; Heather Richetto-Rumley, emcee. | 3. Casey Stowe and Meagan Farley. | 4. John & Karen Power. | 5. Fred Perry, PCCT board member and Guardian Angel recipient. | 6. Jen Lastimosa, Matt Perry, Marcia and Fred Perry.

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Here to Help You Rebuild Your LifeÂŽ

Locating Hidden Assets in Divorce

In a divorce, courts require parties to identify all marital assets and debts. The exact way in which this takes place can vary. However, most courts require parties to disclose their assets and debts in financial statements early in the case.

Discovery usually takes place to various degrees in a divorce as well. There could be interrogatories and requests for production propounded related to marital assets and debt. Depositions often take place. The lawyers may also issue subpoenas.

However, some parties may, unfortunately, decide to hide marital assets in a divorce. They might hide assets with the illicit motive that if the court does not discover them, they will get to retain it.

This leads many to wonder how they can find and identify hidden assets that are out there. The facts can vary in every case, but below are some common ways: 1.

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Bank records can sometimes identify hidden assets. Bank statements can show money coming in and being paid from various sources that do not add up, including cash deposits and withdrawals.

They can also show evidence of hidden bank accounts where one is transferring or depositing money.

Tax returns can be useful in many cases in locating hidden assets. Many of the schedules that are part of the tax returns can identify the existence of as-

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sets that were not disclosed.

Social media is becoming more prominent in locating hidden assets. Parties may post photos of assets like boats, vacation properties or jewelry. They also might make posts about these hidden assets.

Electronic evidence such as email and text message evidence might be revealing. Parties might have emails where they get monthly statements that involve the hidden assets. They also might have electronic evidence on their devices regarding the purchase itself, including purchase agreements, sales information and statements relating to what they still owe on a note.

Private investigators can sometimes help to locate hidden assets. They might be able to take photos and videos of properties, vehicles, boats and other hidden assets.

Credit card statements can often be invaluable.

Credit cards are sometimes the way they purchase these assets. Their spouse might not even know the credit card exists. When one has credit card debt their spouse does not know about, or other obligations, this can be problematic. When a party has hidden debt their spouse did not know about, this can be upsetting.

judge discovers that a party is being dishonest, this can be very damaging to their credibility. It can also result in a court setting aside a completed divorce to deal with the hidden assets.

Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice to family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, adoption, mediation, collaborative law and other domestic relation matters.

Stange Law Firm, PC gives clients 24/7 access to their case through a secured online case tracker found on the website. They also give their clients their cell phone numbers. Call for a consultation today at 855805-0595.

In the end, parties should be above-board and honest about their marital assets and debt. If the family court

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AROUND TOWN Greenwood Cultural Center. Admission is $75 and guests must be 21 or older. Paid reservations are required and sponsorships are available. For information visit HospiceOfGreenCountry.org.

BLUESTONE BY DAY CAFÉ NOW OPEN Long-time Tulsa-owned, top rated restaurant, Bluestone Steakhouse & Seafood, opened its second location Bluestone By Day Café inside The Market at Walnut Creek. Bluestone By Day features a café-inspired lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m - 3 p.m. and brunch on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sharon and Bill Tackett’s modern twist on a Parisian street side storefront offers specialty sand-

TULSA TOWN HALL PRESENTS "INSIGHTS WITH STEVE FORBES" Steve Forbes, whose family name is synonymous with the world of economics, finance, and corporate leadership, brings his decades-long message that capitalism, free markets and a flat tax are essential

wich selections such as, the Tulsa Turkey Sandwich, a slow roasted turkey sandwich with Swiss cheese and all the trimmings on a choice of rye, croissant or sourdough bread. The blueberry pancakes and Eggs Benedict are house favorites at Saturday brunch.

“Everything is made from scratch and it makes a difference,” said owner, Bill Tackett.

to a growing economy. In a lecture based on his

Every table is equipped with courtesy reading

book "Power Ambition Glory," Forbes discusses six

glasses for customers to read the menu. The Market

lessons from great leaders of the ancient world as

at Walnut Creek, located at 81st and Harvard, is home

well as business leaders of today. The event is April

to over 100 locally-owned showrooms and boutiques

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featuring home décor, furnishings, gifts and accesso-

After Dark is an additional event with Steve Forbes

ries unique to the area. TheMarketTulsa.com

on April 16, 2020. TulsaTownHall.com

GREATER TULSA HOME & GARDEN SHOW Spring is in the air and it’s time to start creating your home improvement list. Oklahoma’s largest home and garden products trade show is back with nearly 500 home improvement exhibitors offering ideas, expert advice and the latest product innovations for your home or garden. Tulsa’s longest-running home and garden show will kick off Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15, at the River Spirit Expo at Expo Square. Presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, and various sponsors including Platinum Sponsors Arvest Bank and Pella of Oklahoma, the show offers a one-stop shop for all things home or garden, showcasing hundreds of ideas, the latest trends, and fun features for the whole family.

HOSPICE OF GREEN COUNTRY'S 9TH ANNUAL OYSTERS & ALE More than 3,500 freshly shucked oysters nestled in beds of ice paired with finely crafted beer from Oklahoma breweries is the simple concept

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Special Features include: The Cooking Stage, Timber & Beam Home-Made Stage, Family Stage, Gardening Stage, Beer Garden and Reasor’s floral sales.

Tickets are $10. Children under 12 are free with paid adult.

of Hospice of Green Country’s 9th Annual Oysters

The official guide will be in the March 11

& Ale held in partnership with Executive Chef Tim

issue of the Tulsa World, and on sale at all area

Richards of Bin 35 Bistro. This unique fundraiser

QuikTrip locations during the show, and includes a

will be held Thursday, April 2, 5-8 p.m. at the

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LOCALLY OWNED ARTICLE JOE HARWELL PHOTOGRAPHY MICHAEL MCRUIZ

BUILDING A HOME SAFE ROOM PROVIDES PROTECTION FROM SEVERE WEATHER AND INTRUDERS

SAFE ROOMS

SAFE ROOMS ARE ABOVE GROUND

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METAL STRUCTURES INSIDE A HOME OR GARAGE SECURED TO REINFORCED CONCRETE, PROVIDING A SAFE HAVEN WHEN YOUR FAMILY IS THREATENED BY SEVERE WEATHER OR INTRUDERS. When equipped with a highly secure lock, safe rooms double as a walk in safe to store jewelry, important papers, guns and other valuables. The unique keys can only be duplicated with signature authorization by the owner.

The optimum time to plan a safe room installation is during new home construction or when remodeling. Safe rooms come in standard sizes, 3’ x 5’, 4’ x 6’ and 4’ x 8’, to fit in closets, under stairs or in the garage. They can also be custom built to meet specific customer requirements. In an existing home garage installation, the safe room takes up about as much room as a washer and dryer.

Have a garage sale or donate unwanted items to clear a little space. It’s a good tradeoff for the long-term safety and security of your family and increases home value.

With any purchase impacting the value of your home, check the reputation and references of safe room vendors. Get into the details of the quality of material used, how the safe room is put together, installed and meets the industry standard for debris impact testing.

“When comparing cost and specifications, homeowners need to know all safe rooms are not created

steel and the welds. Tidwell cautioned, “Welds can lend to the potential for structural failure.”

equally in material quality and manufacturing method,”

A superior method is building safe rooms from a

according to David Tidwell with Tulsa based Southern

continuous sheet of steel, precisely curved to shape

Saferooms. The company has been manufacturing and

the structure. Without corner welds, these safe rooms

installing safe rooms for nine years.

are not susceptible to collapse or breaking apart

Another significantly important feature is an inward

under the stress of 200 m.p.h. wind and heavy debris.

opening door. When severe weather strikes a home

Any concern for the structural integrity of a safe room

causing it to collapse, or have other debris accumulate

protecting you from a violent EF5 tornado negates the

around the safe room, the door opening inward facili-

purpose of the safe room.

tates egress from the safe room.

Installing a safe room is a solid investment bringing

When we think of how a metal structure of any size is

multiple safety and security benefits for homeowners.

constructed, welding together precisely cut steel plates

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OPEN HOUSE

blue is

back

01 Custom cocktail table: Mr. Brown Original art: Stephen Elliott Webb Oversized Restoration Hardware sectional sofa Vase: Studio A Home Photo: Laurey Glenn

DESIGNERS AND HOMEOWNERS BRING BACK BLUE IN UNIQUE WAYS ARTICLE MEL BEAN

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WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THAT THIS YEAR’S PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR IS CLASSIC BLUE. The timing could not be more perfect.

After a period of much neutrality in design, homeowners are beginning to yearn for bold uses of color and classic blue is both a fearless standout and a classic that will stand the test of time.

01 This classic blue color in addition to variations of the shade can work in any room.

02 Fearless greens and fuschias can be layered for the adventurous, or simple whites, wood tones, and neutral textures can be implemented for a more relaxed environment where the blue takes center stage.

02 Cabinet paint: Noir Pratt and Lambert Pendant: Urban Electric Shade: Schumacher – Ikat Indigo Plumbing: Heatwave Supply Photo: Kacey Gilpin

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03 Wallpaper: Koi by Harlequin Lighting: Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort Mirror: Made Goods Photo: Laurey Glenn

04 Art: Natural Curiosities Lights over sink: Restoration Hardware Faucet: Devol Kitchen Photo: Laurey Glenn

“A f t e r a p e r i o d o f much neutrality in

03 From a powder bathroom lacquered fully in classic blue to kitchen cabinets, artwork, or sofas in a living room, it is a color that works well as a base that can be built upon in more ways than one.

desi gn, homeowners

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are beginning to

and Ball’s Studio Green and Brinjal for a moody space with

ye a r n fo r b o l d u s e s o f c o l o r.”

currently love the unexpected play of the color with Farrow a lot of depth. We have used classic blue in mostly neutral spaces in the form of pillows or art, but I also love it in wallpaper wrapping an entire room, or the base color for other colors and materials to build upon.

05 In fact, many of our clients have fallen in love with blue, but it has largely been in the navy family or soft blues, so the vibrant energy in classic blue is very exciting! The color is also dual-purpose and functional as you can make blue work for both a masculine and feminine space. For example, pairing the shade with Farrow and Ball Dead Salmon, light wood tones, and decadent textures feels feminine, soft, and implies a slightly vintage tone.

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06 For a masculine space, I would love to incorporate sophisticated wood grain, black modern elements, and graphic art.

“Classic blue is dual-purpose and f u n c t i o n a l a s yo u c a n m a ke b l u e w o r k fo r b o t h a masculine and fe m i n i n e s p a c e .”

Overall, I believe this color has already stood the test of time! It strikes a wonderful balance that allows it to serve as an anchor in interiors, or as a bold vibrant accent. It is a color that feels at once classic, wild, and pop art. It really is a chameleon among its blue family members.

Our thanks to Mel Bean Interiors for providing information about the Pantone color of the year, classic blue, and for showing us ways to use blue in interior design. MelBeanInteriors.com

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

ARTICLE DR. MARK DAVIS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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7 TIPS FROM A DENTIST FOR PROTECTING YOUR TEETH

WHILE IT’S RECOMMENDED THAT YOU SEE

4. USE A WATER FLOSSER

YOUR DENTIST AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR, MOST

Any brand of water flosser such as WaterPik will work,

OF YOUR DENTAL CARE CAN BE DONE AT HOME.

but that brand does a fantastic job of getting to those hard

Here are seven things you can do at home to help

to reach places where floss and regular toothbrushes can’t.

maintain your healthy smile: 1. BRUSH YOUR TEETH

WaterPiks are also good for those with braces or bridges.

5. SWISH AFTER EATING

Many people don’t know

If you’re on the go and can’t

how to properly brush or just

brush your teeth, just use

don’t brush enough. Brush

water to swish around for a

after every meal and especially

few seconds and spit out. This

after eating sugary foods or

can help keep food from stick-

food that can easily get stuck

ing around. Just make sure you

in your teeth, like popcorn. Use

brush as soon as possible.

fluoride toothpaste and soft bristled toothbrushes. Brush

6. CHEW XYLITOL GUM

softly for about three minutes,

Xylitol is used as a sweetener

giving every side of your mouth

in some gum and it reduces the

equal amounts of time.

levels of decay-causing bacteria in your mouth. Be aware that

2. FLOSS

Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs

Floss at least every 24

so keep any food containing

hours. If your gums bleed

Xylitol hidden from your furbaby!

after flossing, it can be a sign of gum disease, an oral infection of the mouth which

7. WEAR A NIGHT GUARD If you grind your teeth, night

has been linked to serious problems including heart

guards will help protect your teeth from themselves as

attacks. Floss gently in a V shape to get those food

they grind against each other, causing discomfort. Follow

particles up and out of the gums. Remember to

the tips listed here and visit your dentist or hygienist at

rinse after flossing.

least twice a year to maximize your smile’s potential.

3. CHANGE EATING HABITS

If you have any questions about your dental routine

Eat less sugary sweets and soda, but also be aware

and would like to connect with a dentist, these tips

that many fruits are high in sugar. If you’re concerned

were provided by Dr. Mark Davis of Perfect Smile Tulsa

with stains, remember that anything that stains a

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white t-shirt could stain your teeth.

PerfectSmileTulsa.com or call 918-770-0870.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

ARTICLE REBECCA HALEY | PHOTOGRAPHY EMILY FUNK

OUTDOOR LIVING PLANNING THE PERFECT PATIO SPACE

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SPRING IS NEAR! While sleepy cold weather can put a damper on backyard planning, springtime is a chance to start fresh with a new patio or updated patio features. Here are some ideas to help you plan some outdoor fun for family and friends this year.

PAT I O PAV E R S V E R S U S C O N C R E T E It’s nice to have a mud-free area just outside the backdoor.

Whether a small patio or a grand veranda for entertaining, patio spaces make for a clean, easy-to-maintain backyard living space. Selecting the best building material for your space is both a matter of taste and budget.

Concrete is a cost-effective and durable option requiring little maintenance. Stamped and stained options help to beautify a boring gray slab. For stamped concrete, there are several stamping options that resemble various brick or stone patterns. Concrete stain can either be applied after the pour or as integral color added to the concrete before pouring. + CONCRETE PROS - lower cost, great for a cost-effective large area + CONCRETE CONS - tends to crack over time in some applications Pavers are especially popular because of their custom look and durability. They do have a higher average cost per square foot than concrete. However, for many backyard projects, the cost difference can be minimal when compared to a stained and stamped concrete option. For smaller projects, pavers are an often-overlooked perfect choice. Fun fact: Pavers are up to four times stronger than concrete. + PAVER PROS - customized-look, stronger than poured concrete, simple maintenance and repair + PAVER CONS - higher cost, may come loose individually CONTINUED >

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THE POPULAR PERGOLA Often chosen as an affordable adornment to a patio space, pergolas are a pleasing addition to many backyard patios. The simple and sturdy architecture couples well with the subtleties of each unique design. A pergola can tie-in nicely with your home or provide an eye-catching contrast for an outdoor living space.

A few ideas for adding a pergola to your outdoor space: + Great place to add some overhead outdoor lighting + Add an inviting touch to a walkway + Create a physical and visual boundary for your patio space + Allow vines or other climbing plants to create a nice canopy

OUTDOOR KITCHENS Whether a simple charcoal grill or an elaborate twelve burner gas cook top, few things beat stepping out to grill for family and friends. Some don’t stop there; full outdoor kitchens have become a popular way for families to extend their “livable” living space. Musthave outdoor kitchen amenities: + A grill + Plenty of counter space + Refrigerator or built-in cooler + Must-have seating + Keep the party going late with lighting + Watch the game on your covered or screened-in patio

Ready to plan your backyard makeover?

The recommendations in this article have been made by Real Okie Outdoor Living, Tulsa’s professional outdoor design and build company. Get additional ideas or start your project by contacting owner, Tyler Funk by phone at 918-268-7270 or online at RealOkieOutdoorLiving.com.

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B OTA N I C A L : A WEEKEND OF CULINARY WONDER

TEL AVIV TO TULSA: CHEF GABRIEL ISRAEL OF L28 CULINARY PLATFORM IN TEL AVIV IS FEATURED CHEF

L28 Chef Gabriel Israel.

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AT WHAT IS TYPICALLY THE PEAK OF THOUSANDS OF TULIPS BLOOMING, TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN WILL BE HOSTING THEIR THIRD ANNUAL BOTANICAL: A WEEKEND OF CULINARY WONDER. Over three days, the Garden has three distinct events exploring the food, drink, and culture of a storied region of the world. Proceeds from the events support the Garden, a non-profit organization.

The event is April 3-5 and will explore Israeli food and culture, which is gaining international recognition. Chef Gabriel Israel, culinary director at L28 Culinary Platform in Tel Aviv, is the featured chef.

Burrara Salad, grilled peaches, cherry tomatoes. Photo: Jonathan Ben Chaim

Chef Gabriel’s culinary style is inspired by the combination of his North African-Ashkenazi roots, his free-spirited artistic side and a reference of NY-Jewish style food from his time living and working in New York. Before joining L28, Gabriel worked in New York City for Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud, was the head chef at Yotel Hotel and later opened his own Shuka Food Truck - while also focusing on his other passion as a graffiti and tattoo artist.

He was involved with conceptualizing and building L28 Culinary Platform as a restaurant, an accelerator for innovative chef entrepreneurs and an incubator for creative interpretations of Israeli cuisine.

The Botanical weekend begins Friday, April 3, with A Taste of Tel Aviv, featuring gourmet mezze, cocktails, wines and music. The Garden’s Passport Dinner on Saturday night will include a multi-course dinner by Chef Israel and the local culinary team.

The dinner will start with cocktails among the tulips in the Garden followed by a one-of-a-kind dinner with wine pairings inside. Sunday afternoon is The Tasting where guests will learn about the culture, food, agriculture, and history of the region through short talks and a guided sampling of regional foods.

Naama Shefi, executive director of the Jewish Food Society, will be sharing about Jewish and Israeli food and heritage. For information and tickets visit BotanicalTulsa.org or call 918-289-0330.

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CULINARY CREATIONS ARTICLE HAYLEY HYER | PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN

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Bonus: You can reuse the insulation and ice packs in kids’ lunch boxes, on road trips or in your own lunches at work.

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Try out a few different boxes. You can pause your subscription for the first one while you try a second one. Just remember to cancel the accounts you don’t want anymore!

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ingredients + Prep

Depending on what you order, you may need some of your own supplies. When you select your meals, think about what you will need to cook the food in and if any other kitchen utensils would be helpful.

Have them ready to go so you don’t have to make any last-minute trips to the store, defeating the purpose of getting your box delivered!

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let’s eat!

This is the really fun part! It’s time to start taste-testing.

Make a note tab in your phone for tracking what you love and what isn’t your favorite. That way, when it’s time to select more meals, you know what you have tried and what you absolutely have to try again. Don’t forget to ask your family what was a hit and a miss. Who knows— maybe the kids love some of the Purple Carrot recipes and don’t even notice how many veggies they are eating!

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Tuesday - Friday 6:30am - 2pm

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Saturday 7:30am - 12pm

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A WEEKEND OF CULINARY WONDER

Enjoy 3 Hours of Laughter & Fun Make Memories - decorate the home or office with your new art work!

Featuring Chef Gabriel Israel

TulsaStainedGlass.com 918.664.8604

Culinary Director, L28 Culinary Platform, Tel Aviv

Tickets at botanicaltulsa.org · 918.289.0330 Friday: A Taste of Tel Aviv Saturday: Passport to Israel Dinner Sunday: The Tasting

To schedule a morning, afternoon and evening outing email info@tulsastainedglass.com or call 918.664.8604 4131 South Sheridan, Tulsa

All proceeds benefitting

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M E D I C A L S TA F F I N G , H O M E C A R E , A N D S I T T E R S P E C I A L I S T S

Putting the Care Back in Healthcare • Assistance in the Home, Hospital or Care Facility • Services to Meet Your Specific Needs Nurses - RNs and LPNs | RN Supervision | Certified Health Aides Intermittent Visits or Hourly Care | Home IV Therapy • Strictest Hiring Practices in the Industry Screened, fidelity bonded, liability insured, and drug tested

Q&A • Will my insurance pay for Private Duty Homecare Services?

Many times your traditional or long-term care insurance will cover a portion or all of Private Duty Homecare. First Call will be glad to verify available benefits with your insurance company prior to starting service.

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1-7

5

nearly 500 home improvement exhib-

JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS TULSA

CELEBRATE LIFE 2020

for your home or garden. Presented

Expo Square

by the Home Builders Association of

Celebrate LIFE 2020 is the annual

Greater Tulsa. TulsaHBA.com

fundraising gala that fuels Life Senior

Country’s

and

Services' mission of promoting and

maternity consignment sales event.

preserving independence for seniors.

This is one-stop shopping with a

Includes a live auction and raffle,

great selection and awesome sav-

March 5 at 6 p.m. at the Cox Business

ings. The event begins 11 a.m. on

Center. Event chair Karen Keith

March 1. Admission is $10 or FREE

and patron chairs Rod and Susan

with a donation to Emergency Infant

Nordstrom. LifeSeniorServices.org

children’s

Services in the form of diapers, wipes and/or formula. All remaining days are FREE admission. Tulsa.JBFSale.com

and the latest product innovations

Cox Business Center

It’s time once again for Green leading

itors offering ideas, expert advice

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20-29, TIMES VARY "AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK"

Broken Arrow Community Playhouse, 1800 S. Main Street, Broken Arrow

The

Broken

Arrow

Community

TIMES VARY

16TH ANNUAL BRANIAC BALL: SUBMERGED Cox Business Center

STAINED GLASS CLASSES

"And Then They Came For Me:

Dive into uncharted waters and

Remembering the World of Anne

4131 South Sheridan Road

brain-teasing fun, all while raising

Frank," March 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and

Tulsa Stained Glass offers a variety

funds for Family & Children's Services.

29. Fridays and Saturdays are at 7:30

of classes throughout the month and

You and your guests will enjoy an

p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00

hosts private parties and corporate

aquatic adventure filled with laughter,

p.m. at the Playhouse located at

events. Learn stained glass construc-

food and drink, team trivia, live auc-

1800 S. Main Street in Broken Arrow.

tion, then design and make a beautiful

tion, dancing and much more. March 7

BACPTheatre.com

stained glass piece. DoodleBohmBa

at 6 p.m. at the Cox Business Center.

workshops are state approved for

Brainiac Ball Co-Chairs: Madison and

Continuing Education Units (CEU’s).

Garrett Graves. BrainiacBall.com

No experience required. For class schedule,

details

and

reserva-

tions or to schedule an event visit TulsaStainedGlass.com.

TIMES VARY

7 ESPERANCE BOOK CLUB

Playhouse is excited to present the

gripping

multimedia

drama

21 "CELEBRATING CHORAL MUSIC BY TODAY’S LEADING WOMEN COMPOSERS" Cascia Hall

Esperance, 610 W. Main, Jenks

2520 S Yorktown Ave.

Esperance Bakery invites you to read

Tulsa Chorale presents this event

one novel each month by Oklahoma

featuring the choral music of Andrea

writers. The March meeting will discuss

Ramsey, Joan Szymko, Rosephanye

10114 S. Sheridan Rd., Tulsa

the book "Black Wall Street." Books

Powell, Chen Yi, Patti Drennan and

Craft classes are free every Tuesday

are available for purchase in the

Jocelyn Hagen (with the composers

at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday at 1

Bakery. EsperanceBakey.com

in residence). TulsaChorus.com

12-15

26-29

GREATER TULSA HOME & GARDEN SHOW

TULSA BALLET PRESENTS "VENDETTA, A MAFIA STORY"

Oklahoma’s largest home and gar-

1950s Chicago. Rosalia Carbone’s

den products trade show is back with

wedding day is marred by a violent

CRAFT CLASSES AND STORY TIME p.m. Story time is held on Thursday at 11 a.m. by Miss Carol Meyer who leads the kids in music and storytelling for 30 minutes of great active fun.

Visit TulsaToyDepot.com for more information or call 918-938-0555.

Expo Square

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Tulsa PAC, 110 E 2nd St.

murder, sparking a long-standing grudge between infamous rival mob families. When the Godfather, the feared patriarch of the family, is killed in a shootout, an enraged Rosalia takes his place. "Vendetta" is a thrilling show full of red-hot passion, anger and greed depicted through the beauty of dance. TulsaBallet.org

APR 3-5 BOTANICAL: A WEEKEND OF CULINARY WONDER Tulsa Botanic Garden

Botanical! is a three-day exploration of the flavors of the Middle East with Chef Gabriel Israel. Proceeds help support the Botanic Garden, a non-profit organization. April 3 is A Taste of Tel Aviv, April 4 is thePassport Dinner, and April 5 is The Tasting. TulsaBotanic.org

APR 4 ROCK THE HOUSE

Prince Cox Business Center

A musical tribute benefitting Tulsa

Tulsa’s most experienced staff of Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians and Assistants stand ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to take care of YOUR pets’ emergency medical needs.

“When you need us...

We’ll be here.”

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YEARS

Habitat for Humanity. Live entertainment will feature Purple Reign and there will be cocktails, dinner, dancing and the Little Red Corvette Rock Star Raffle. Cameron Walker is the

LOC ATED

West of 169 HWY on 41st Street

CEO of Tulsa Habitat for Humanity.

Pierce and Debbie Norton are the honorary

chairs,

and

Maureen

and Lane Wilson are event chairs.

RockTheHouseTulsa.org

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4055 S. 102nd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74146 We are always accepting submissions for events you'd like to see included in our Calendar section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

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TulsaLifestylePubs.com.

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TREND SETTER

VIEWS OF NEW CHAIR DESIGNS SEEN ON INSTAGRAM ARTICLE LOUANN BUHLINGER

DESIGNERS AROUND THE WORLD DESIGN CHAIRS TO PLEASE A NUMBER OF AESTHETICS FROM MODERN TO TRADITIONAL TO COMFORTABLE. Some of the latest chair designs seem to challenge gravity and others are certain conversation starters.

Instagram is a great place to start your search for designs that are being introduced in 2020. Current chair design trends include mid-century and artisan influences, bold upholstery options and sustainable materials.

1. @hollacecluny says that sinuous lines are having a moment in design at @fredericiafurniture. This is the Swoon chair.

2. @studiomunge reimagines the familiar with glass, color and light.

3. @loja_viva_online bring nature inside the house with modern chair design.

4. @modernzfurnitures introduces the Modern Leisure Chair on a wooden base.

5. @meelano.co offers a modern chair with golden highlights that is truly comfortable.

6. @fluxco_design introduces the LZ# lounger featuring a leather sling and cotton rope backing.

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What makes Holland Hall unique?

Learn more at hollandhall.org.

Join us for a Welcome Wednesday open house and see all that Holland Hall has to offer.

March 4 or April 15.

4th-12th grade tours from 8:15-10:00 a.m.

Early PreK-3rd grade tours from 9:15-10:30 a.m.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW! Call Monica Martin at 918-879-4755 or go to hollandhall.org/open-house

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LIVING

LET’S MAKE PLANS. YOU HAVE BIG DREAMS FOR YOUR BACK YARD. SMALL CHANGES FOR THE FRONT BEDS. YOU WANT TO KEEP THE WEEDS OUT, THE MOSQUITOES GONE, THE FLOWERS PRETTIER, THE PATIO MORE COMFORTABLE... IF YOU ARE READY TO ENJOY YOUR OUTDOORS MORE, IT’S TIME TO MAKE PLANS.

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I’M WITH TOM.