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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Bryan Hallman | bryan.hallman@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

A New Year for OKC Lifestyle and Oklahoma City

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Whitney Lockhart L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE OKC LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE FAMILY! We wish you joy, happiness, health and peace this season.

You might notice a few changes in the next few months. For one, the magazine has a new publisher and a new vision heading into the new year. Bryan Hallman, a native Oklahoman and no stranger to media, has taken over leadership of the publication and wants to provide more usable, entertaining, and impactful content.

Keep your eyes peeled for a new era!

In this month's magazine, you'll read all about a few new exciting things. For one, the Girl Scouts' Camp Trivera opened, making it the first STEM camp of its kind in the nation. A new restaurant in the works will be a truly dog-friendly eatery, and a local artist is making an underground art movement more popular in Oklahoma City.

You'll also find some nice gift ideas if your loved ones have better health on their New Year's Resolutions, and we highlighted a few organizations that could really benefit from your end-of-year charitable donations.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Also, check out the exciting and important work that The Hough Ear Institute is

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2020

FEATURES 12 Camp Trivera Science Gets Real For Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma With New $12 STEM Camp

18 Restoring The Hearing of Veterans Hough Ear Institute Works to Restore Hearing for Others Who Served

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online resources and a toolkit for individuals

National Geographic videos. The service also

to recognize the signs of abuse, neglect and

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exploitation. The agency is also calling attention

If you are a current Speakaboos user, access

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AROUND TOWN “Mashamba is a wonderful addition to our giraffe family. She is settling in nicely and already bonding with the other giraffe,” said OKC Zoo’s Curator of Hoofstock, Tracey Dolphin. “By bringing her here as part of this breeding program, we are able to further our commitment to conserving this endangered, iconic species and look forward to growing our herd in the future.”

To learn more about this event and Zoo other happenings, call (405) 4243344 or visit okczoo.org.

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CNB’s cultural art staff recently helped save more than 50 plants, each

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Cherokee culture to provide medicinal benefits. Necessary safety protocols during the pandemic prevented the plants from being planted and cared for at the new Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine at Cherokee Nation.

“Each of these plants is culturally significant to our tribe, so our entire team is excited to see them thriving again,” said Gina Olaya, director of cultural art and design for CNB. “We’re all working hard, especially Dala Kelley who has taken on the responsibility of caring for them on a daily basis, to keep them alive until they can be planted outside next spring for everyone to enjoy.”

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CAMP TRIVERA Camp Trivera

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From learning about aerodynamics ziplining across the lake to the OKC Zoo to testing their geological knowledge while climbing the indoor rock wall, these unique features, and many more STEM “surprises” that can be found across the property, are sure to have an impact on girls and inspire the next generation of leaders. The camp will also provide girls the opportunity to be comfortable in the outdoors – camping, hiking, kayaking – while also having indoor spaces for first-time campers who aren’t quite sure about traditional camping just yet.

The first of its kind in the United States, Camp Trivera is made especially with tomorrow’s female leaders in mind.

Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education is its focus, with features such as STEM classes focusing on astronomy taught by a NASA-certified instructor that can spark a lifelong interest in science fields.

Labs are designed to give girls the foundation they need to pursue higher-level courses that correlate with future careers and

Fun and science are both taught at the new Camp Trivera.

the girls will also be exposed to current and historical examples of women have helped pave the way for future generations.

“STEM concepts and activities can be found throughout the venue. We want girls to dream big. Trivera is a perfect space for that,” said Shannon Evers, CEO of GSWESTOK. “These carefully-planned elements reflect a $12 million investment and more than three years of planning.”

The camp features an indoor climbing wall, outdoor amphitheater, sleeping accommodations, a zip line from the camp across the lake and into the Oklahoma City Zoo, a hammock deck and a treehouse. The camp will be available for private rentals when it is not in use by the Girl Scouts.

“Camp Trivera the first camp of its kind in that there is a STE(A)M surprise around every corner,” said Evers.

Fun and science go hand in hand.

For more information, visit https://www.gswestok.org.

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SHOE RENOVATE & REFINE

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orated sneakers is a wildly-popular pop art

ously," Fowler said. "I painted a pair of Air

form, and fans pay thousands of dollars for

Force 1s, and then we took a trip to New

certain custom shoes and sneakers.

York for his birthday last December. He got

What makes this art so lucrative? It's the

tons of compliments on those shoes."

idea of owning a one-of-a-kind item, and

Fowler, who specializes in pop art-influ-

Oklahoma City artist Jack Fowler is making

enced landscapes, murals and portraits,

his own custom-decorated Nikes for locals,

said he discovered another way to express

fans and some pretty big names.

his art through sneakers. Oklahomans are

"Sneakerheads" like Fowler are producing their own artwork on shoes, and the demand is only growing.

catching on too.

"It's fun. This culture is so intense and expensive. They had custom shoes in the CONTINUED >

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New York store that went for five figures," Fowler said. "I came back and posted those shoes I did online. I got a couple of commissions, and this year, I've done eight or nine pairs. I made some for the drummer from the Kings of Leon."

Fowler mostly paints on the classic Nike Jordans, but says he can work with other shoes as well. Many of the commissions are gifts for kids, spouses and collectors.

"I just made a pair for a kid in my hometown and it's just a good way to keep painting and a nice break from canvases too," he said.

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R E S TO R I N G T H E H E A R I N G

OF VETERANS HOUGH EAR INSTITUTE WORKS TO RESTORE HEARING FOR OTHERS WHO SERVED DR. RICHARD KOPKE UNDERSTANDS BETTER THAN MOST DOCTORS HOW MILITARY SERVICE CAN CAUSE HEARING LOSS. Kopke spent 26 years in the U.S. Army before joining the Hough Ear Institute (HEI), where he is CEO. HEI is dedicated to restoring natural hearing, which disproportionately affects military veterans – more than half of U.S. troops who return from combat suffer from hearing loss and tinnitus.

“HEI brings together world-class experts to research treatments for hearing loss and related conditions like tinnitus,” Kopke said. “We understand how hearing loss and tinnitus can affect veterans and contribute to depression and PTSD. We’re honored to assist military members. They give up so much to keep us safe, and they shouldn’t have to sacrifice their hearing.”

HEI’s most important work is researching groundbreaking treatments for noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus. The organization and its partners have developed a pill, known as NHPN-1010, which is awaiting Phase 2 testing. HEI is raising funds to conduct a proof-ofconcept study to test the pill’s ability to treat tinnitus.

According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, more than 933,000 veterans receive disability compensation for hearing loss, and nearly 1.3 million received compensation for tinnitus.

In addition, many veterans score normally on hearing tests but have difficulty understanding speech. This condition, called auditory processing disorder, is often associated with blast exposure.

Tinnitus is the number one disability among veterans and affects at least 1 in 10 American adults. People with tinnitus describe ringing sounds, a buzzing sound, a high-pitched whistle, or numerous other sounds.

Worldwide, 466 million people suffer from hearing loss and one in seven individuals experience tinnitus. Of those, 48 million Americans are affected by hearing loss, with 50 million suffering from tinnitus, including 58,000 Oklahomans.

At this time, no drug treatment or cure exists for noise-induced hearing loss or tinnitus.

“We believe our research will ultimately help millions of people worldwide, including our soldiers and veterans,” Kopke said.

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AFTER A CAREER IN RADIO AND MEDIA,

daughter Taylor and his youngest son Trevor.

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A native Oklahoman, Hallman had returned to Oklahoma, and when the opportunity to

Trevor is autistic and will be what Hallman described as a “forever kid.”

head the magazine came up, he jumped at it.

“He’ll always live with his mom or me or

“I’ve been looking at starting other pub-

a roommate or something somewhere down

lications in and around Oklahoma City and

the line. So Special Olympics is a big part of

the area, and this opportunity just kind of fell

our lives,” Hallman said.

in my lap,” Hallman said. “The company had

In addition to more community action issues,

already looked at many people, and by the

Hallman said readers can still expect to see

time I got in the process, I was one of four

articles on fashion, design and local businesses.

candidates that were left. They offered it to

“People who read our magazine will start to

me on a Thursday afternoon. And I remem-

see a big change starting in January as we start

ber having to pull over the car because I was

transitioning over into more content. Good

smiling so much that I couldn’t see.”

content drives magazines,” Hallman said.

No stranger to media, Hallman worked at

“Stories that relate to people in their every-

such companies as Cox Radio, Tyler Media,

day life and also touch people and make them

Cumulus Broadcasting and Gay Broadcasting,

think about what’s going on in this commu-

so he is familiar and passionate about media.

nity is what we’re going to focus on, but we’ll

Hallman also owned the Hallman Agency

still do fun things. We’ll always have recipes

in Topeka, where he helped to formulate,

and great stories on fashion and travel and

direct and coordinate marketing activities

things like that. But we really want to focus on

and policies to promote products and ser-

the things that are going on in the community

vices, worked with advertising and promo-

and how we can actually make an impact.”

tion managers, and identified, developed and evaluated marketing strategy.

“My background is in media, media management and media sales, and this was just

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approach to providing local information, City

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Lifestyle sets itself apart by positioning peo-

their stories,” Hallman said.

ple first—creating a platform that empha-

“There are so many good things going on

sizes the best of what a city has to offer,

in this community, be it Special Olympics

created and promoted by the people who

or childcare or homeless issues being

know it and represent it best. These authen-

addressed, feeding the hungry, medical care

tic voices in each city are key drivers of the

for people who can’t afford it. Those are

brand by providing an inspiring, genuine and

issues that pull my heartstring, and those are

trusted look at life in their communities.

the issues we want to talk about.”

Hallman has an intimate reason for sup-

To reach Hallman or to advertise, email

porting nonprofits like the Special Olympics.

bryan.hallman@lifestylepubs.com or call

He is the father of three children - son Brock,

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RED SOLO PUP LETS DOGS, OWNERS PLAY & EAT TOGETHER

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Red Solo Pup to open this spring at Chisholm Creek.

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INING OUT IS MEANT TO BE A FAMILY EXPERIENCE — AND SOON, EVEN FURRY FAMILY

MEMBERS CAN JOIN THE FUN. Red Solo Pup, a new concept from Oklahoma City native Julianne Thomas, will debut in the Chisholm Creek in spring 2021. It will feature a off-leash dog park and restaurant/bar, which will allow for adequate social distancing.

“Two years ago, our 5-year-old dog, Solo, passed away,” Thomas said. “His death was an unfortunate reminder that life is short, and we should spend as much time as possible with loved ones. Dogs are family, and our goal with the concept is to bring Oklahoma City families together in a way that’s never been possible before.”

Red Solo Pup will honor Solo, acting as a communal space where dogs and their owners can play and eat together.

Thomas, a 16-year restaurant veteran, is creating an approachable menu with plans to include items like burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs and salads. Both dine-in and grab-and-go options will be offered, and guests can also order food and beverages from a walk-up window. Only humans are allowed inside the restaurant, but leashed dogs are welcome on the patio.

The 1.1-acre dog park will include separate areas for large and small dogs and feature mixed surfaces like turf, granite and mulch.

“One of our biggest pet peeves about other dog parks in the metro area is they’re mostly dirt, and our dogs come home covered in red mud,” Thomas said.

“At Red Solo Pup, dogs won’t leave dirtier than they arrived.”

On-site bathing stations will be available for self-use or with the help of a staff member. Bark Rangers, as park staff will be called, will also help maintain the cleanliness of the park and be on-hand if a family decides to visit another Chisholm Creek entity while leaving their pets to play.

Day passes, as well as monthly and yearly memberships, will be available for park use.

People without dogs are welcome to access the restaurant without becoming members.

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END OF YEAR CHARITY DONATIONS IN A TIME OF NEED

MAKE YOUR DONATIONS TO THESE WORTHY ORGANIZATIONS TO EARN A TAX DEDUCTION

AS THE YEAR ENDS, MANY OF US BEGIN CONSIDERING

In addition to regular donations, you can join the Special

DONATIONS TO CHARITIES. Not only is the holiday season a

Olympics Legacy Challenge. You can activate an immediate

time of giving, it’s also the last chance to make tax-deductible

donation of 10% of your future gift’s value, up to $10,000, to make

donations for the year.

an even greater impact – today and in the future.

On March 27, Congress passed and the President signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES)

For more information, visit solegacygiving.org or sook.org.

Act. This law provides unprecedented support for nonprofit organizations and is the largest stimulus package in U.S. history.

This act also affects the tax deductions you may make to the organizations you support.

Here are some important updates to tax deductions, effective

THE SALVATION ARMY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA Christmas isn’t Christmas without the familiar ringing of the bells. The Salvation Army Central Oklahoma City Area Command may be more visible during the holidays, but this organization

for contributions made in the calendar year 2020:

offers aid, shelter, food, hope, prayer and companionship to

+ Standard deductions: Tax deduction of up to $300 per taxpayer

Oklahomans in need all year round.

($600 for a married couple) in annual charitable contributions for people who claim the standard deduction when filing taxes. + Itemized deductions: Individuals who itemize their taxes are now able to deduct up to 100% of their charitable contributions

With two emergency shelters, four senior centers, a food pantry and food kitchen as well as two Boys and Girls Club and social services, The Salvation Army in Central Oklahoma touches every age group, demographic and race in the city.

in 2020, rather than the previous 60% limitation.These tax incentives apply to cash contributions only.

For more information, visit salvationarmyokcac.org.

With that being said, here are three organizations that could

INFANT CRISIS SERVICES

use your support in 2020.

Raising a new baby is difficult in the best of times. The challenges of 2020 have made some families enter crisis mode.

THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF OKLAHOMA

Infant Crisis Services provides formula, food, diapers, blan-

Did you know that Special Olympics is Oklahoma’s largest

kets, clothing, and other basic necessities by appointment. Call

sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities? When

(405) 528-3663 to schedule an appointment. These services are

you donate to Special Olympics International, you’ll contribute the

available four times annually to children birth – age 3.

equipment, attire, and health supplies that can help transform an athlete’s life — both in Oklahoma, and around the world.

More than 50 years ago, Special Olympics launched a global movement to break down barriers and end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities.

Since then, this peaceful revolution has been changing lives

In addition, Infant Crisis Services partners with Junior League of Oklahoma City on a bimonthly basis to provide new car seats to families in need.

A $25 donation provides a week’s worth of formula, $40 provides diapers for an entire month, and a $200 donation provides shelf-stable food for 28 toddlers for a month.

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be part of a powerful new generation that celebrates all differ-

For more information about Infant Crisis Services and donating,

ences, all abilities.

visit infantcrisis.org.

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Infant Crisis Services

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

CANTERBURY CHRISTMAS

OPENING NIGHT

1721 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City

201 N. Walker Ave., Oklahoma City

Ring in the New Year in style. In its

Lyric Theatre will celebrate its dia-

Canterbury Voices' annual Christmas

35th year, the Opening Night cele-

mond anniversary of its production

performance will be Sunday, Dec.

bration is the go-to event for families

of A CHRISTMAS CAROL with an

6, 2020 at Civic Center Music Hall.

and friends to “open” the New Year!

all-new outdoor production, whisking

Enjoy beautiful, traditional Christmas

This year the event is moving to the

audiences away to a magical holiday

favorites as well as new holiday clas-

Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark in

village in the heart of Oklahoma City.

sics and an audience sing-a-long!

light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The historic Harn Homestead will

The OCU Faculty Brass Quintet

Opening Night includes entertain-

be reimagined as the Victorian Era

and the Canterbury Youth Voices

ment/music venues and fun areas

setting for Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob

Chorale will also be featured. For

devoted to artistic children’s activi-

Marley, magical spirits, and a host

tickets and more information, visit

ties. Visit artscouncilokc.com.

of unforgettable characters. Visit

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Harn Homestead,

Civic Center Music Hall,

Chickasaw Nation Bricktown Ballpark

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The OKC Ballet's presentation of The

Featuring Mandy Jiran, this year's

Nutcracker will warm your heart and

Christmas Performance is a simpler

fill you and yours with the spirit of the

yet elegant blend of sentimental

holidays. This year’s production will

favorites and fun Christmas holi-

be shortened to one act, but will still

day classics. Call 405-TICKETS or

include all of the favorite characters

visit OKCPhil.org for tickets and

from the dancing snowflakes to the

more information.

Kingdom of Sweets. Get your tickets early at okcballet.org.

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Alley for the district’s holiday open

Comedian and actor Jeremy Piven

house and the first day of its stunning

takes the stage at the Bricktown

light display at the 5th Annual Lights

Comedy Club in December. He is

On Broadway event! In order to

known for his role as Ari Gold in the

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make the event as safe as possible

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and decrease sidewalk and in-store

he won a Golden Globe Award and

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congestion, the event will be spread

three consecutive Emmy Awards. For

OKC using the Get In Touch link and

out on December 5th and 12th.

tickets, visit bricktowncomedy.com

let us know what you think.

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PHOTOGRAPHY ESTÉE JANSSENS

Let’s face it—in today’s so-much-to-do-and-so-little-time cultural mindset, it

can be hard to keep track of everything we need to do. Wake up—did you get enough sleep? Brush your teeth. Feed the kids. Feed the dog. Get ready for work.

Make your lunch. Those are just six things to think about in the span of 15 minutes after your alarm goes off.

With all of these things to keep track of and our lives moving a mile a minute,

anything we can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.

THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS

start simple

make it your own

There’s so much you can do

When you start searching for

The most important thing to

here with just a notebook (you’ll

bullet journaling on Pinterest,

remember is that it is for you

probably want one with a dotted

it can get really overwhelming

and not anyone else. Find lay-

grid) and a pen! If you want to

really fast. Decide what is most

outs that help with what you

add some creative flair, consider

important for you to keep track

need, use your favorite colors,

incorporating markers, stickers

of and start with that! If you try

doodle things that help you out

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