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DO YOU HEAR THAT? It’s the sound of nature springing to life after a long winter’s nap. Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming and children are playing outside as

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the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer. This month at Tulsa Lifestyle, we bring you our Eco issue in honor of Earth Day on April 22. Inspired by the infinite beauty of the earth—and our desire to preserve and protect it—we compiled an array of eco-conscious and eco-friendly people and places making a difference right here in Tulsa. From eco-minded farmers and businesses to food and animals, this issue is a celebration of all things Mother Nature. Whether or not you have a green thumb, we hope the stories in these pages invoke feelings of gratitude for the wonderful world we live in—and the wonderful people in our community who strive to sustain it. Not sure where to start? When you’ve finished enjoying this issue, we encourage you to recycle it so it can be turned into future magazines. After all, that’s what makes the world go ‘round’!

Happy spring, Tulsa!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2019

FEATURES 16 Fetch Fido A Flight Pardon Me, But Is This Crate Taken?

20 Hungry for Change Prairie Creek Farms Offers Sustainably and Ethically Raised Meat and Eggs

26 The Septiano Train Is Always Homeward Bound The Family Fun Express

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28 On the Hunt for the Perfect Easter Basket Toy? Tulsa Toy Depot: Your Stop to Shop This Easter

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Hot spot

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Travel Destination

28 Local’s Choice 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Trend Setter

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Night of Dreams Gala The second annual Night of Dreams gala was hosted on Thursday, February 21, to raise critical funds for the Tulsa Dream Center. The gala raised financial support for the LIFE (Literacy Is For Everyone) program, an after school and summer reading program for at-risk youth in north Tulsa.

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1. Aaron Johnson and Pastor and Public Speaker Reggie Dabbs | 2. Tulsa Dream Center Executive Director Aaron Johnson | 3. Dom Vincent Demeo | 4. Retired NBA Player Antonio Davis | 5. Tulsa Dream Center staff, volunteers, and Night of Dreams committee members | 6. Gala Committee: back L-R, Aaron Johnson, Lauren Beach, Carmen Cavanaugh, Katy Schmelz, Denise Geuder. Front, Dir of Dev Olivia Martin and Amber Johnson

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The 25th Annual Alzheimer's Association Memory Gala The Oklahoma Chapter touched 62,000 Oklahoma families last year with education, help and hope through their 24/7 Helpline, family counseling sessions and over 100 support groups. Premier Presenting Sponsors: The Biolchini Family, BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma, Case & Associates, George Kaiser Family Foundation, Ruth Nelson Family Foundation, Herman G. Kaiser Foundation, Senior Star, The Anne & Henry Zarrow Foundation.

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1. Stacy Tew-Lovasz Region 6 Leader, Toni McGee OK Chapter Director of Dev., Mark Fried OK Chapter President/CEO, Harry Johns President and CEO Alzheimers Asso. | 2. Coach Philip and Ashli Montgomery | 3. William and Susan Thomas Event Co-chairs, Dr. Joe Cunningham, Shelly and Alan Armstrong Event Co-chairs | 4. Mayor G.T. and Susan Bynum, Mollie, Jake and JW Craft | 5. Howard and Billie Barnett, Jackie Kouri and Gary Paxton | 6. Bill Major, Shawn and Caron Lawhorn, Sid McAnnally 8

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AROUND TOWN raised from the event benefit the Foundation, which is committed to building a better community by actively soliciting grants and donations benefiting Tulsa Public Schools. The Tulsa Designer Showcase will feature Tulsa-area interior designers who volunteer their time and talents to redesign rooms in the selected home. For more information visit FoundationForTulsaSchools.org or follow @tulsadesignershowcase on Instagram.

LADIES NIGHT OUT AT TULSA STAINED GLASS Learn the Art of Stained Glass Making on April 16. Bring a friend, meet new friends, and mingle.

HOSPICE OF GREEN COUNTRY’S 8TH ANNUAL OYSTERS & ALE

Enjoy a light dinner and make a beautiful stained glass project to take home. Mingle and refreshments from 6pm-6:30pm. Class begins at 6:30pm.

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making authentic leaded stained glass windows.

concept of Hospice of Green Country’s 8th Annual

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Chef Tim Richards of Bin35Bistro. This unique charity fundraiser will be held Thursday, April 4th, 5-8 p.m. at the Greenwood Cultural Center.

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6 p.m. on April 27th at River Run Farm. Dinner,

or to RSVP, visit HospiceOfGreenCountry.org.

silent and live auction, raffles and a live country

band - Jacob Tovar, Roots Country. 100% of all proceeds will go to save Oklahoma dogs. Your $50 ticket includes appetizers, dinner, drinks and desserts. For info, reservations or to be a sponsor visit facebook.com/events/285950798741896/.

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The 2019 Designer Showcase home is the

guests don all-white attire to dine and dance the

beautiful Harwelden Mansion. The Designer

night away in Tulsa’s unique Art Deco District

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while sampling craft cocktails specially made by

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MALLETS & MOONLIGHT Save the Date! Honorary Chairs Andy Kinslow and Russ Kirkpatrick invite you for Mallets & Moonlight an exclusive fundraising event in Tulsa, featuring a Polo match, live music by Banana Seat, dancing, a seated dinner, complimentary bar and champagne. The 2019 event will take place June 15 at Mohawk Park. A pre-match Reception will begin at 6 p.m., with the Match

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THE 24TH ANNUAL OKLAHOMA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Step back in time and enjoy the wonderment of a day in Renaissance England, right here in Oklahoma! Journey to an age of kings, queens, and knights in shining armor. Be mesmerized as magicians, jugglers, musicians, dancers, acrobats, and jousters thrill and delight you on any of the 15 Stages. Quench your thirst and tantalize your taste buds with the wonderful varieties of food and drink found throughout Castleton.

Stroll through the World Trade Market with over 140 Artisans. Special events include Queens Tea, The Royal Luncheon and King’s Smoker.

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HOT SPOT

A Stellar THAT PAIRS WITH ANY SEASON PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN OPAZ

Tucked into the backstreets of Braga, Portugal, where only locals venture, you’ll find Delicatum.

Try the pears poached in Port wine. This unassuming dish may seem basic, but its rustic appeal lies in its ability to pair with any season. Beyond a stellar dessert option, this succulent sweet treat also pairs well with grilled meat. Similar to an apple chutney, this dish is a fabulous balance to chargrilled flavors.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

ARTICLE C.L. HARMON | PHOTOGRAPHY SHERRY STINSON - TYLOR DOG PHOTOGRAPHY

Tank was pulled from the Sapulpa Shelter by Tulsa rescue Single Dog Seeking and will be on the March 30th flight out of Tulsa. He was scared and nervous of people at first, but always had a love for other dogs.

After being in his foster home, his loving personality is really starting to show.

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fetch fido a flight PARDON ME, BUT IS THIS CRATE TAKEN?

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Animals arrive from all over the state of Oklahoma so they can fly to Oregon on a flight provided by Fetch-Fido-A-Flight.

A volunteer takes this little guy for one last walk before he flies to Oregon to find a new home.

Mike Sullivan with Edmond animal control waited with his buddy Dante before he flies to a new life in the northeast.

these shelters are forced to kill these animals after just a few days to make room new ones. Vikki Smith of Oklahoma City has made it her mission to save as many of these animals as possible. In her efforts to make her desire a reality, Smith began seeking places where a need for pets was in demand. She found those places in other states espe-

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cially those in the Pacific Northwest. It turns out that many shelters I HAVE HEARD OF DOGS WHO LIKE TO

within the US actually have a shortage of animals to adopt out.

RIDE IN CARS WITH THEIR HEADS OUT

To date, the organization has purchased 17 trips saving 1,354 animals

OF THE WINDOWS AND STANDING IN

in just three years. Smith, a transplant to Oklahoma from California

THE BEDS OF TRUCKS, BUT BUYING

four years ago, immediately noticed how the stray animal population

A PLANE TICKET FOR ONE WAS CER-

seemed out of control. She realized that social media always had

TAINLY A NEW ONE. But dogs on a plane

posts of people finding animals, but rarely owners who claimed them.

are a real thing, and it’s for a great cause. For

She began checking shelter websites and realized they were full too.

the price of airfare, one can save the life of a

She knew she had to devise a way she could save these animals. The

dog or cat that would otherwise be eutha-

non-profit organization Fetch Fido A Flight was born.

nized. This is a flight just for animals who are

“I can take as many animals shelters can send me because

ferried on cargo planes to locations where

the need is there. It’s just money that holds us up. This is

they will be adopted.

about doing the right thing for these animals; about relocat-

The organization Fetch A Flight For Fido

ing something we have too much of to a location that doesn’t

has been working tirelessly to save Oklahoma

have enough and saving animals as a result,” Smith said.

animals from being put down due to the over-

She works with shelters from all over the state including the

crowded shelters across the state. Many of

Tulsa Animal Welfare.

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Clutch waits and watches. Each kennel is tagged with the occupant’s photo, information, proof of vetting and destination.

Sweet Jackie was crated and waiting to fly to an Oregon partner where she was quickly adopted.

Vikki Smith watches as the animals are loaded. There are two frightened but lucky puppies in the kennel going up the ramp.

Transport crates with dogs at risk of euthanasia inside are placed on a conveyor-belt to begin their journey to freedom by volunteers. Photo: Greg L. Davis

'Betty Boop' looks out from behind the door of its transport crate prior to loading on to a cargo flight paid for by FetchFido-A-Flight. Photo: Greg L. Davis

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Every inch of space possible was used within a cargo aircraft rented by Fetch-Fido-A-Flight. 55 dogs within began their journey to Oregon. Photo: Greg L. Davis

No salaries are paid as only volunteers are involved. Smith explained that the cost

each shelter that receives the animals that they are actually adopted out.

of one flight ranges between $15,000 and

To help support Fetch Fido A Flight, there

$21,000 depending on certain variables.

are of course the tax-deductible donations

It ranges from $150 to $180 per animal to

which can be made through their website.

get it relocated. She added that if salaries

They can also be mailed to Fetch Fido A

were paid out, it would affect how many

Flight, PO Box 1166, Edmond, OK 73083.

animals can be saved. There are about

In addition, the organization is always

100 animals per flight depending on how

in need of people willing to foster these

many can be crated together.

animals before the flights. Due to the over-

The next flight is in March and is a Tulsa

crowding shelters and the time it takes to

specific flight paid for by animal lovers in

organize a flight, there is a great need for

and around Tulsa to save animals within the

homes to house these animals in the mean-

Tulsa Animal Welfare system.

time. This information is also available at

“I am very picky as to where I send these animals. I make sure that I am not sending

FetchFidoAFlight.com.

an animal to a place where it will be euth-

C.L. Harmon is a freelance journalist and the pub-

anized,” Smith said. She verifies through

lisher of Uniquelahoma.com online magazine.

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hungry for change

Praire Creek Farm raises Berkshire pigs for their hardiness, luscious meat, and local availability.

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Farmer Peter Prulhiere's animals spend their days roaming the woods and soaking up the sunshine.

Prairie Creek Farms is a regenerative, 80-acre farm providing grass fed beef, pastured Berkshire pork, pastured chicken, and pastured eggs to the Tulsa and Oklahoma City areas.

Owners, Jason Ketchum, Nate Beaulac, and

Farmer Nate Beaulac is on a mission to reconnect people with how their food is raised.

Peter Prulhiere use animals to prune the pasture, heal the land, and rebuild the soil.

The gentlemen farmers say this was not their lifelong dream. With backgrounds in business and healthcare, their idea for sustainable farming grew from a 2015 road trip discussion about the country’s dysfunctional food system and rising health care costs due to a low nutrient standard American diet. Not surprisingly, a quick online search found a lack of pasture raised antibiotic-free meat available in the Tulsa area.

Beaulac says, “Jokingly, we tossed around the idea of starting a farm and raising animals in a regenerative, sustainable way. Before we knew it, we had developed a plan for a sustainable farm and Farmer Jason Ketchum watches over the farm in Kellyville, OK.

bought 10 Berkshire piglets before we got home.”

A FARM IS BORN The trio started with a few shoddy acres covered in thorny bushes rented to them by a relative. It wasn’t the best land but it had a beautiful creek running through it which was needed to water the animals. On the other side of the creek was a scenic Oklahoma prairie, thus the name “Prairie Creek”.

That was January 2016. Within nine months, they purchased 80 acres in Kellyville and added 30 more pigs, 200 chickens, and 25 cows. Today, they supply meat to hundreds of families each month and are on the menu at dozens of restaurants in the Tulsa and Oklahoma City area.

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“Every animal at the farm has a really great life, and one bad day.” - Nate Beaulac PREMIUM PORK

never again eat an egg that comes from

Prairie Creek Farm exclusively raises

the grocery store. Pastured eggs have more

Berkshire pigs. The farmers wanted a hardy

vitamins A, D, E, omega-3 fatty acids, and

heritage breed and pigs that were locally

beta-carotene. They have a deep yellow or

available. The Berkshire breed scores higher

orange color and the yolk “sits up” higher

than other breeds in most categories, but

than grocery store eggs. And they taste

the biggest difference is the meat loses less

really, really good.

moisture during cooking, which makes for a luscious juicy pork chop.

KNOW YOUR FARMER

As far as antibiotics, they raise hundreds

Beaulac says, “We encourage folks to visit

of pigs without a single antibiotic or growth

the farm. This may be the first time they con-

stimulant. Factory farming requires antibiotics

nect bacon with a pig, steak with a cow, and

because of poor overcrowded conditions and

sadly, realize chickens don't have nuggets.

high infection rates. Prairie Creek Farms’ pigs

Every animal at the farm has a really great

happily roam free in the sunshine and feast on

life, and one bad day.”

grass, seeds, bugs, and non-GMO feed.

He says that prior to starting the farm, they were disconnected from how their food

GRASS FED BEEF

was raised. Walking into a grocery store and

Prairie Creek Farms raises 100% grass fed,

looking at expiration dates was their only

grass finished beef. Grass finished means

indication of freshness. Now, they are on a

the animal has reached physical maturity

mission to reconnect people with normal.

and has never been fed grain or meat scraps

“Normal is farms scattered around the

to fatten them up. This process takes longer

outskirts of towns, filled with living and

and is more expensive but eliminates the

breathing food. Normal is knowing the pork

need for hormones and antibiotics.

chop came from one of the happy pigs down the road a bit. Normal is having a tomato guy

POULTRY & EGGS

on the corner during the warmer months.

Chickens love to be outside and only

These days, the farmers markets in your city

use a coop to lay eggs and sleep. They are

may be the easiest way to meet your local

mild-mannered with happy-go-lucky atti-

farmers. Meet them, buy something, ask to

tudes and love to eat grass and bugs and

see their farm—suddenly you'll find yourself

provide an excellent natural fertilizer.

with new friends and a deeper apprecia-

The farmers’ land management system allows them to turn that value-added fertilizer

tion for "normal" that you never knew you missed,” says Prulhiere.

into grass that is perfect for producing nutrient dense, humanely raised, pastured chicken.

Prairie Creek Farms sells their products at

to a fresh pasture and get plenty of exercise

the Cherry Street Farmers' Market and the

and sunshine, their profiles of omega-3s, vita-

Mother Road Market’s “Farm Stand.” They

min E, and vitamin A are all measurably higher

also offer free delivery in the Tulsa area with

than birds raised without access to pasture. As

a $75 minimum order. In addition to pork,

with their pork and beef, Prairie Creek Farms

beef, chicken, and eggs, the farm makes

chickens are never given any antibiotics,

excellent jalapeno cheddar brats and break-

chemical wormers, or steroids.

fast sausage. Sampler bundles are available

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Because their chickens have constant access

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Farmer Jason Ketchum introduces a new member to the flock. Photo credit: Prairie Creek Farm

family farm days Take a tour of Prairie Creek Farm this month and meet the farmers, animals, have some snacks, and learn about where your food comes from at this free community event. Visit PrairieCreek.Farm for directions and details.

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The only animal with a name, Porch is a rescue goat that greets guests to the farm.

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THE SEPTIANO T R A I N I S A LWAYS HOMEWARD BOUND THE FAMILY FUN EXPRESS ARTICLE C. L. HARMON | PHOTOGRAPHY LORI ZELLER

THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO DESCRIBE FAMILY AND FUN. But in these busy times, the two don't always seem to meet in the middle. There is one Tulsa family who has figured out how to merge the two and offer that same fun to other families. In fact, this family has mixed family, fun and business into one great adventure that brings back an innocent and nostalgic experience children will always cherish.

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All aboard the family fun express!

The Septiano family outside their train the Tulsa Fun Express.

The Septiano family is husband and father Albert, wife, and

fun is available and affordable, the couple also uses the train at

mother Wanda, Chloe seven years of age, Claire age five and Liam

their creameries to offer train rides by giving tickets for so much

age two. Albert and Wanda were high school friends in Indonesia.

ice cream purchased. They plan to continue expanding the use of

Albert came to the US to OSU to study Engineering and Wanda

the train for different events as the interest continues to increase.

came later to study for her Master’s Degree in Tulsa. After becom-

“It’s been our goal from the beginning to be with our kids. It’s

ing reacquainted, they married after graduating with their degrees.

difficult and tiresome, but we juggle things in our lives and work

Wanda told Albert that in the future after they have children,

hard to be able to be with them as much as possible, and this

she wanted to be able to stay home and be with them, but also

also allows our children to be part of the events in our work lives

wanted to work. Owning their own business seemed to be a good

too,” Wanda said. The Septianos are not only working toward

fit to make this materialize, and so the couple began looking for

the American Dream but toward the global dream shared by

an opportunity. In 2011 that opportunity came when they had the

all those who know that family and fun should always be in the

opportunity to purchase Marble Slab Creamery in Broken Arrow. A

middle of our busy lives.

short time later, they opened another store in Jenks.

The Tulsa Fun Express Train is available for events such as

With the work and staying with her children scenario worked out,

birthdays, fundraising events, fairs, parties, business functions,

Wanda began to realize how difficult it was to find activities for young

and family reunions, among others. The Septiano family has

children in the area. She began brainstorming ideas for something

brought a unique entertainment to the Tulsa area that offers

that would be fun for her children and others’ children that could also

children a thrill like no other while bringing an old-time alterna-

create a revenue stream. She settled on the idea of buying a train and

tive to family fun in this modern age. For the price of a Fun Time

Tulsa Fun Express was born last July. The couple believes the train will

ticket, every child can experience a memory that never runs out

be great entertainment for families with young children.

of track, All Aboard!

They began marketing it for Christmas train rides, and families flocked to get their children on board. Using the concept that family

For more information or to book the train, visit TulsaFunExpress.com.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

On the Hunt for the Perfect Easter Basket Toy?

TULSA TOY DEPOT: YOUR STOP TO SHOP THIS EASTER ARTICLE C. L. HARMON

ACCORDING TO WALLETHUB, 77 % OF PARENTS MAKE OR BUY THEIR CHILDREN AN EASTER BASKET AND 90% WILL CONTAIN CHOCOLATE OR CANDY. Around 18 billion is spent on Easter related items with 2.6 billion on candy and 2.9 billion on gifts. To spend your billions carefully, we asked Ryan McAdams, owner of the Tulsa Toy Depot & Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, for a list of high quality toys that would make nice additions to the Easter basket menagerie of chocolate and candy. The Toy Depot will have over 10,000 items in toys, games, books, crafts, puzzles and more for Easter.

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MCADAMS SAYS “WE DO FREE GIFT WRAP ALL YEAR AND ALSO CREATE FREE EASTER BASKETS WITH YOUR ITEMS. PLUS WE CAN HELP FIND YOUR CHOCOLATE BUNNIES AND OTHER TREATS AT OUR ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY.”

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THE EASTER STORY EGG A family activity that explores the story of Holy Week from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. Each egg has a story within the book that relates to a particular day in Holy Week.

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Chickapig A strategic board game that is kind of a mixture of chess and checkers. Break your flock of Chickapigs free while dodging opponents, hay bales, and an unruly pooping cow. Nominated for 2019 Toy of the Year. Ages 8 and up.

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Rainbow Alligator When pulled along, the alligator moves his head and tail up and down making a click-clack sound.

Perfect for motor skill development and learning colors. Ages one and up.

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Junior Aquarellum Painting Kit Paint on the watercolor, and let the “magic canvas” handle the details! The specially embossed picture cards absorb paint in some areas, and repel paint in others. Inks are washable and non-toxic. Each set comes with four canvases, five watercolor inks, a dropper, palette, brush, and mixing color guide. Grades 1-8.

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Ambi Toys, One Man Band Easy to use for the little musician. This colorful trumpet produces two independent tones. Perfect for taking a child on their first musical journey of discovery. From 12 months.

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Squigz 2.0 Suction-cup building pieces that encourage fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, creativity, exploration, and experimentation. Push them together to build wiggly, wobbly creations. Ages 3 and up.

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LA SIESTA Joki Outdoor Nemo

Children’s weather resistant hanging nest that can be hung indoors or outdoors from a ceiling, beam, tree or swing set. Ages 3 and up.

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SPRINGFEST AT WOODWARD PARK

THE INNOCENTS PROJECT

EMPTY BOWLS

This annual fundraising event is a

The Dan Allen Center for Social

Empty Bowls at the Cox Business

must-visit for all things gardening

Justice will present a performance

Center serves as a gathering of

and includes a large variety of plants,

of The Innocents Project at the

Food Bank friends and supporters

gardening information, garden art, a

Woody Guthrie Center Auditorium

for a dinner, live and silent auc-

kid’s zone, and food and fun for the

on April 6th. The gripping musi-

tion, raffle and live entertainment.

whole family. Proceeds will benefit

cal piece takes you deep into

Honorary Chairs Leslie Paris and

Woodward Park educational pro-

the dark world of the wrongfully

Ken Underwood invite guests to take

grams. TulsaGardenCenter.org

convicted. For info and time, visit

home a keepsake bowl made by local

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artists, which serves as a reminder of

WOODWARD PARK

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the many empty bowls in Oklahoma.

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AQUARIUM RUN 2019 300 Aquarium Dr

The Aquarium Run is one of the area’s premier race events with

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hilarious misadventures of Moondog

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lious rogue who always lives life by his

the educational exhibits and pro-

or downtime. Free consultation, live

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8 WEEK CLASS EIGHT WEEK BEGINNER STAINED GLASS CLASS Tulsa Stained Glass

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the age old craft of stained glass.

Skills learned include pattern-mak-

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for making basic stained glass windows, mosaics and more. Thursdays, May 9 - June 27, 7-9:30 p.m.

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MAY 10TH RIPPLE-CELEBRATING A DECADE OF HOPE WITH GUEST SPEAKER BOB GOFF

Expo Square Pavilion 1701 S. Louisville Avenue Tulsa

RIPPLE is Project Hope Worldwide's annual fundraising event, and this year will be one to remember. We are celebrating a Decade of Hope: Our 10 Year Anniversary! Enjoy RIPPLE’s Top Chef Invitational, auctions and raffles, dinner, dancing, and an inspirational message from NY Times Bestselling Author, Bob Goff!

Enjoy an unforgettable night as you help spread hope around the world!

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GLASSES ARE A REPRESENTATION OF YOUR STYLE. Your glasses should represent you in design, color, and feeling. Glasses are often made from Italian acetate, which is beautiful and soft, and titanium, which is strong and elegant. But artisans are using many natural elements as well; stainless steel, stone, granite, seashell, walnut, elm, pine cone, leather, and horn. These natural products help celebrate individuality in eyewear.

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01 Catuma — a dialogue between art and architecture, blending design, colors, and function. All of these beautiful fames are made from natural elements, including slate, wood, and granite. Each frame is made from up to 40 pieces, with a steel core, brass, and even white oak. Unexpected materials are mixed together to create unique designs.

02 Shwood — made with premium walnut and elm, these frames exude luxury by mixing great style with products from nature. Their glasses contain everything from rose petals to pine cones, and as shown here, genuine stabilized seashell. Shwood proves that natural materials can produce beautiful, quality glasses that are unique for you.

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03 TAVAT — the SoupCan collection was inspired by how goggles were thought to be made in the 30’s, out of soup cans. Handmade in northern Italy, each frame is made entirely by coining Alpacca and dying components, then completely assembled and finished by hand. The closure has a watch crown mechanism, making this frame perfectly unique.

04 L.G.R — the eyewear line from this Italian company was inspired by the natural beauty of Africa. Their glasses are made from cellulose acetate for durability and flexibility, and metal for strength. Their frames are entirely handmade in Italy by three artisan families, using traditional methods and

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