Tulsa, OK April 2021

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EXPLORE the possibilties Private tours offered by appointment Monday-Friday from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

For virtual campus tours and more information about admission or tuition assistance, call 918-879-4755.

Or visit hollandhall.org/admission/open-house.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2021 PUBLISHER

Kathy Slemp | kslemp@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Fresh Blooms + Sprouts in Tulsa SPRING IS HERE, AND IT’S TIME TO GET OUTSIDE AND ENJOY OUR BEAUTIFUL TULSA DAYS! There are all different ways to get outdoors and enjoy our city's beauty. Hopefully you'll find something in this issue that will set you out to explore.

Teresa Bond-Mason | teresa.bondmason@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Miranda Williams L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Teresa Bond-Mason, Kacie Brown, Nancy C. Hermann, Kathy Slemp, Cherlyn Reeves

If you have time to take on a new project, you could start planning a back yard

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oasis and read our article on all the steps you need to take to make your back yard

Bill Hermann, Chris McConnell

a space your friends will envy. You could start a vegetable garden, a rose garden or an herb garden in your yard. If you just have one or two types of veggies you want to grow, maybe try container gardening on your patio or porch.

It’s definitely the time to start thinking about the perennials you want to plant and if there’s any room in your yard for some new trees. Maybe you even try growing some fruit this year! And don’t forget about our bee friends who need our help to keep thriving. Consider planting some flowers that are extra helpful for our pollinators who work so hard. Read our article on everything you need to know to keep the Monarchs off the endangered species list.

Another way to get into gardening is to contribute to local community gardens or donate to organizations that are planting more trees in Tulsa. Flip through this month’s issue to find even more ways you can think about our environment this April.

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

As always, stay well and take care of each other Tulsa!

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2021

FEATURES 10 A place for you to hang your hat Hotel Drover debuts in Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District

18 The art of the cigar Tulsa Hills Cigar Cellar and Market can help you find the perfect smoke

22 Educational innovation Holland Hall’s commitment to in-person classes is paying off

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26 Backyard oasis A guide for creating the perfect outdoor living area

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

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Road Trip

22 Trend Setter 26 Renovate & Refine 30 Hot Spot 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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AROUND TOWN The surgery center is well equipped for a wide variety of orthopedic surgeries, including total joint replacements. The center is the only outpatient setting in Tulsa that offers total joint replacements.

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CONCIERGE MEDICINE IS NOW AVAILABLE AT LIFESTYLE MEDICINE INC. Dr. Renae Mayer, located at 5801 E. 41st St., Tulsa, is now accepting new patients for concierge medicine, providing personalized, primary care medical services to patients desiring to place an emphasis on wellness and prevention. Because a concierge doctor doesn’t see as many patients,

TULSA BOTANIC BLOOMS Enjoy fresh fragrances and a kaleidoscope of color when more than 120,000 blossoms usher

she can spend more time with you, get to know you and gain a better understanding of your medical history, making it easier for her to detect potential issues. Call 918.488.9874. LMedInc.com.

in spring at Tulsa Botanic Garden. The annual Tulsa Botanic Blooms festival invites guests to meander through one of the largest flower bulb displays in the area.

The display includes more than 50 different varieties of tulips as well as daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and more. Take in the vibrant redbuds, quince, viburnums, iris, peonies, roses and more adorning the landscape. TulsaBotanic.org

SUPPER CLUB BY JUSTIN THOMPSON CATERING Enjoy delicious meals for four created and prepared by our talented in-house chefs. A new menu will be released every two weeks to bring a "night out" into your own home. With quick and easy heating instructions, enjoy your weekend with the family knowing a great meal will be waiting for you!

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PDG celebrated by participating in the Give Kids

between 2-4 p.m. on Saturday. We have a limited

A Smile program. More than 20 uninsured children

number of spaces available in the club so reserve

were seen at no cost to their families.

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TULSA BONE & JOINT AND ASCENSION ST. JOHN CELEBRATE THEIR ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

“Opening our practice to children who have limited access to care is imperative to bringing dental care education to local communities,” says Janelle Shumaker, director of community outreach at Pediatric Dental

Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates and Ascension

Group. “The Give Kids a Smile program helps

St. John are pleased to recognize the one-year

those families who need care. Our goal is to

anniversary of the new Union Pines Surgery

reach as many families as possible and to get

Center. The outpatient surgery center is located

them on a regular dental hygiene program.”

on the campus of Tulsa Bone & Joint at 4808 S.

mydentalvisioncare.com/pediatric-dental-group

109th E. Ave., Tulsa.

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PEDIATRIC DENTAL GROUP (PDG) CELEBRATES CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH

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TULSA TOWN HALL NAMED RECIPIENT OF A TULSA VISION ARTS AWARD The VISION Arts Creative & Cultural Economic Recovery program provides needed funding, supports ongoing programming, events, and/or exhibits to encourage economic development opportunities in Tulsa while complying with social distancing and sanitation requirements.

“Tulsa Town Hall is grateful to the City of Tulsa Arts Commission for funding. The entire speaker series had to be postponed, but we are looking forward to a new season.”—Board President Pam Hillis.

Look for updates and subscriber information about the 2021-22 season at TulsaTownHall.com.

DOLESE DONATES TRUCK TO TULSA TECH

“When you need us... We’ll be here.”

Dolese Bros. Co. (Dolese), an Oklahoma construction materials supply company, recently donated a 2008 Sterling ready mix concrete truck to the Professional Truck Driver Training Program at Tulsa Tech in Tulsa, Okla. The fully-operational truck will allow students to receive hands-on experience and gain technician and equipment knowledge.

“We are committed to supporting our communities through our products, actions, and support,” Dolese Vice President of Community Relations and Communications Kermit Frank said. “We recruit and hire students from this program so we believe it is a perfect fit.”

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students with the best hands-on training possible.” Tulsa Tech Campus Director Chris Johnson said. “None of this would be possible without the generous support from our industry partners.”

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ARTICLE KATHY SLEMP | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

ROAD TRIP

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HOTEL DROVER DEBUTS IN FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT

ARE YOU MAKING PLANS FOR A SUMMER ROAD TRIP OR WANT TO GET AWAY FOR THE WEEKEND? In less than five hours you can experience the ultimate in western heritage, enjoy a modern shopping, dining and entertainment experience, and ‘hang your hat’ at the brand new Hotel Drover.

“We are building a place where simple pleasures and one-ofa-kind experiences blend effortlessly into special memories that can only be achieved here, where travelers and guests will want to return to again and again.”—Hotel Drover.

Hotel Drover, a Marriott International Autograph Collection hotel, opened March 22, 2021, in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards’ National Historic District celebrating the rich history and lore of Texas with rustic-luxe design and curated experiences. The hotel will serve as the anchor to award-winning Mule Alley, an entertainment destination transformed from beautifully restored 100-year-old horse and mule barns.

Nestled alongside Marine Creek, Hotel Drover embodies the same spirit and core values of honor and dignity exemplified by the Texas drovers and cattlemen and women of their time.

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Hotel Drover offers guests endless opportunities to indulge in the historic destination, from Texas-inspired cuisine, daily cattle drives on Exchange Avenue, the newly opened John Wayne Museum to rodeo shows and live music from local and national talent. A basecamp for travel enthusiasts of all kinds, Hotel Drover pays homage to the past through a modern lens.

“We’re proud to open our doors at Hotel Drover and connect our guests to the rich history of the pioneering west through captivating offerings, art, entertainment, personalized service and cuisine,” says Vice President and General Manager Kristin Assad. “Every inch of this hotel was carefully curated with our community in mind so guests may enjoy a legendary experience that is deeply rooted in Texas.”

DESIGN + ACCOMMODATIONS Hotel Drover is an urban ranch oasis. Around every corner, the spirit of the west comes to life through intentional and eye-catching touchpoints, including the signature neon Cowboy installation

by Austin’s famed Neon Jungle, historic fountains and a life size “Drover” hybrid metal sculpture by world renowned artist John Lopez.

Global and local artists alike are showcased in public spaces and guest rooms, as are custom furnishings from Texas artisans such as the bespoke antler and blackened steel chandeliers and cowhide lounge chairs.

Hotel Drover brings 200 luxurious guest rooms and spa suites representing a collection of distinct room designs like Texana, Frontier and Republic, each with its own decor, style and spirit. Each guest’s stay will offer a new Drover-inspired experience as no two guest rooms are alike.

Standouts include the The Bunkhouse rooms with playful but luxurious bunk suites featuring a king bed with a double overhead bunk for flexible sleeping arrangements. The Presidential Suite showcases an indoor and outdoor fireplace and 26 suites have oversized bronze soaking tubs, fireplaces and expansive terraces.

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97 West Burger

CULINARY 97 West Kitchen & Bar at Fort Worth Stockyards

and music in 97 West’s charming courtyard with a fountain centerpiece.

is the hotel’s signature eatery led by Executive Chef

Additionally, the Veranda Bar offers outdoor seat-

Grant Morgan. Featuring a menu of contemporary

ing for cocktails or, guests can relax in the Lobby

Texas fare, elevated ranch classics, and reimagined

Bar anchored by a 30-foot-tall limestone fireplace

Southern comfort foods, menu highlights include

with its chic, western-glam vibe and intimate seat-

sweet tea, marinated fried green tomatoes, wood-

ing for late-night libations and inventive fare.

grilled ribeye, cap steak salad, New York strip chicken-fried steak and cast-iron seared redfish.

Custom hand-crafted furniture and art is fea-

THE BACKYARD The cornerstone of the hotel is The Backyard.

tured throughout with authentic repurposed wood

The

floors and an open kitchen. The space boasts three

Marine Creek is surrounded by towering oak, mag-

private dining rooms, an indoor Chef’s Table adja-

nolia, cypress and crepe myrtle trees contrasted

cent to the open-air kitchen and an outdoor Chef’s

with classic Texas cacti.

Table situated underneath a pergola alongside lush landscaping overlooking Marine Creek.

half-acre

outdoor

oasis

situated

along

The Backyard features a beautiful ranch-style heated pool and jacuzzi, three private cabanas

The beverage program offers creative cocktails

outfitted with hanging daybeds and custom chan-

from local distillers, an all-American wine list, and

deliers, fire pits, casual creek-side bar seating,

iced and frosted beer taps featuring domestic

yard games and live music from the outdoor stage,

and local brews. Guests also can enjoy cocktails

The Backyard Unplugged.

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ADDITIONAL SIGNATURE PROGRAMMING Custom Luggage Tags: Guests are provided the opportunity to make their own mark with the help of the hotel’s blacksmith by branding a personalized initial into a leather luggage tag keepsake.

Lil Ropers: With the property’s Lil Ropers program, upon arrival, families will find a Drover branded mini step-stool and kid-sized Hotel Drover robes in-room to use during the stay. Robes, a plush stuffed horse and a mini Hotel Drover wild rag bandana are available for purchase to take home as keepsakes.

Happy Tails: Hotel Drover understands pets are family, too. Four-legged friends who book the Happy Tails pet package receive a custom Pendleton dog bed (available for purchase), water and food bowl, branded pet bandana and leather leash as well as a goody bag filled with dog treats.

Two, one-of-a-kind lobby boutiques: Lucchese Custom Collection, the gold standard in handcrafted boots since 1883, will be the first Lucchese Custom Collection boutique in existence, offering bespoke men and women’s boots, clothing and other fine accessories. Little White Lies is a charming boutique featuring apothecary, jewelry, accessories and oneof-a-kind vintage items.

The on-site fitness center is complete with state-ofthe-art equipment including Peloton bikes and MIRROR. MEETINGS + WEDDINGS Hotel Drover is equipped with nearly 40,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Groups can choose from five unique venues including The Barn, Legacy Hall, The Drover Boardroom, Vaquero Room and Ranchero Room.

The Barn, a standout space, is an elegant

ONE OF TEXAS’ MOST POPULAR TOURIST DESTINATIONS

4,000-square-foot versatile venue that welcomes

The Stockyards Heritage Development Co. Project is bringing

vaulted ceilings, custom chandeliers and exposed

the stockyards back to life. Once a vibrant part of the Fort Worth

150-year-old reclaimed timber. The Barn has a lushly

landscape, the area declined with the downturn of the railroad. The

landscaped 2,500- square-foot outdoor lawn that

project’s first phase, Mule Alley, includes the renovation of the his-

overlooks Marine Creek and offers a custom clear

toric horse and mule barns into a street of curated shops, restau-

tent to be used year-round.

rants, retail, office spaces and the Hotel Drover. Stockyards Heritage Development Co. is a partnership between developer Majestic Realty

Starting rates for Hotel Drover begin at $189 per night.

Co. and Fort Worth’s Hickman Investments created with the inten-

For more information you can visit HotelDrover.com or

tion of thoughtfully reimagining the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.

call 817.420.6014. Follow @hoteldrover on Instagram,

Visit FortWorthStockyards.org and MuleAlleyFortWorth.com for

Facebook and Twitter. For more information about Au-

more information about the history, events, museums, entertain-

tograph Collection Hotels visit AutographHotels.com.

ment, dining and more.

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E X PL O R E F O R T WO R T H A N D N E A R B Y A T T R AC T I O N S 01 CULTURAL DISTRICT A world-renowned Fort Worth attraction, the city’s designated Cultural District is home to one of the finest collections of museums, galleries and performance spaces in America, including the Kimbell Art Museum, Texas Cowgirl Hall of Fame and the Amon Carter Museum.

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03 SPORTING EVENTS

Fort Worth’s downtown

Home of the new Dickies

is a lively hub of discovery

Arena, Will Rogers Memorial

and activity. Enjoy dining

Center, TCU and Texas Motor

and shopping at Sundance

Speedway, Fort Worth is a

Square, live entertainment at

great place to be a sports fan.

Bass Performance Hall and

For a professional game, ven-

education and exploration at

ture nearby to AT&T Stadium

the Fort Worth Zoo.

and American Airlines Center.

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Do Both Parties Have to Agree to a Modification?

After a divorce or paternity matter ends, one or both parties may want to somehow modify the judgment.

Modifications can occur in regards to child custody, child support and spousal support, which is still referred to as alimony in some states.

However, modifications to the property division in a divorce are generally not allowed. Once marital property and debt are divided in a divorce, that portion of a judgment is final. For this reason, property division must be thoroughly addressed in a divorce.

Do parties have to agree to a modification for it to take place in regards to custody, child support, or spousal support? Or can a judge order a modification even if one party does not want it? This is a common question that some parties have.

The reality is a judge can enter a modification even if both parties do not agree to it. To prevail on a modification, one party first has to file a motion to modify. In some states, they might call a petition to modify or for a modification.

The motion or petition is then served on the other party. The responding party can contest the modification.

If that takes place, contested litigation then takes place. In some ways, this can feel like re-living the original divorce or paternity case for the parties involved.

The legal requirements can vary by state. But in a general sense, a party has to show a change of circumstance of a substantial and continuing basis to justify the modification. In some jurisdictions, a certain amount of time from the judgment might need to elapse. In other jurisdictions, there is no such requirement if there is a substantial and continuing change.

As to child support and spousal support, the change of circumstance might involve an increase or decrease in one or both parties’ income. It might involve a change in the expenses of one or both of the parties. In terms of spousal support, the party receiving spousal support may have gotten remarried.

Perhaps there is not a remarriage, but maybe the party receiving child support is romantically cohabitating with another individual.

In terms of child custody, the possibilities are endless. A party might end up relocating far away. It could

involve the wishes of a child. It might entail the educational needs of the children, the fitness of the parents, or a litany of other reasons. Contested custody modifications can often be some of the more acrimonious cases in family law.

Many also wonder how do judges decide whether to modify a judgment if both parties do not agree. Ultimately, a trial or evidentiary hearing will need to take place where witnesses testify and evidence is submitted. A trial or evidentiary hearing could take a few hours, even an entire day and sometimes it can go on for days.

After the trial or evidentiary hearing, the judge then has to decide whether there is a sufficient basis to modify the judgment. In some cases, the judge may decide to modify the judgment. But in other cases, they may not.

Either way, most judges issue a written judgment explaining whether there was a modification and their findings of fact and conclusions of law.

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ARTICLE NANCY C. HERMANN | PHOTOGRAPHY BILL HERMANN

the the

art of cigar

TULSA HILLS CIGAR CELLAR AND MARKET CAN HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT SMOKE

CIGAR

LOVERS

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DESCRIBING THE PLEASURES OF A GOOD CIGAR.

passion that goes into the smoking of a fine cigar.”

Their experiences are tactile. Dreamy. Famous cigar

Andrea Gardner, general manager of Tulsa Hills Cigar

smokers — Sigmund Freud among them — have fre-

Cellar & Market, oversees the operation of the store,

quently compared cigar-smoking to romance. And it’s

and also is an impassioned consumer and connoisseur.

not just men who opine about the virtues of lingering over

“My first cigar was a Romeo y Julieta Reserve Real — an

a Perdomo or Montecristo. “There’s something about

excellent smoke for newcomers,” she recalls with relish.

smoking a cigar that feels like a celebration,” reflected

“It was a spontaneous purchase while I was vacationing

The Cigar Cellar carries many brands of premium cigars including Arturo Fuente, Perdomo and Drew Estate.

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actress Demi Moore. “There’s a quality, a workmanship, a

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“Customers should have no difficulty finding ‘the perfect smoke,’” assures Gardner. “We have profile tags on each cigar on the Isle of Capri. I remember sitting at a café in a beautiful,

identifying characteristics such as the country of origin, wrapper

cobblestoned Italian piazza and being absolutely blown away by

tobacco, taste profile and body, which is the intensity level.” There

what I was tasting and feeling. At that point, I was in love.”

also are three Certified Retail Tobacconists, including Gardner,

Cigar-smoking has grown in popularity among women and young

on-staff to guide customers in their selections. The store’s stock

adults, advises Gardner. She notes many people enjoy the socializing

includes big names like Arturo Fuente, Perdomo and Drew Estate

aspect of it, while some prefer to use it as a form of relaxation. “A good

but also harder-to-find boutique brands.

cigar calms me down and helps me detox from everything else going on in my life. It forces me to sit still and be present in that moment.”

The Cigar Cellar offers one-stop shopping in its location on the west side of Tulsa Hills Shopping Center. Customers might choose

Stepping inside the 300-square-foot humidor at the Cigar

to pair a cigar with a wine or other liquor from Tulsa Hills Wine

Cellar, browsers are surrounded by 900 premium, hand-rolled

Cellar next door. Both are locally owned and feature bar and wine

cigars from 57 brands.

accessories, and “Made in Oklahoma” specialty foods and gifts.

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Tulsa Hills Cigar Cellar & Market offers pipe and cigar accessories as well as gourmet food and beverages.

Andrea Gardner is the General Manager of Tulsa Hills Cigar Cellar & Market and of Tulsa Hills Wine Cellar. Photography provided.

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THE ART OF THE CIGAR (CONTINUED)

The Cigar Cellar carries many brands of premium cigars including Arturo Fuente, Perdomo and Drew Estate.

Famous cigar smokers — Sigmund Freud among them — have frequently compared cigar-smoking to romance.

“As with wine, what people look for in a cigar can vary by individual,”

art,” she says, with devotion. “I love getting a new smoker in the store

she explains. “Each person’s palate is unique and each experience

because it is exciting to be at the beginning of what may become a

with a cigar is distinctive. In general, when people buy a premium

life-long love affair. We can teach that person how to get started and

cigar, they are looking for quality craftsmanship and often something

guide him or her in finding something they will love.”

that has specific taste, aroma or even burn characteristics.”

Gardner appreciates the attention to detail involved in producing a superior product. “Every cigar is a beautiful, handcrafted piece of

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TREND SETTER

A student takes advantage of the sunshine to study.

E D U C ATI O N A L

I N N OVATI O N HOLLAND HALL’S COMMITMENT TO IN-PERSON CLASSES IS PAYING OFF

AT HOLLAND HALL, TULSA’S ONLY PREK THROUGH GRADE 12 INDEPENDENT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL, 90 PERCENT OF KIDS SHOWED UP FOR SCHOOL ON A BRUTALLY SNOWY DAY. The school offered students a choice between staying at home and going to school. The students’ choices reveal the power behind what Holland ARTICLE KACIE BROWN

Hall’s teachers and administrators have been up to

PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS MCCONNELL

throughout the pandemic.

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AFTER A DIFFICULT END TO THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR, HOLLAND HALL COMMITTED TO IN-PERSON EDUCATION. “Everybody was thrown into crazy town when COVID hit . . . but we all wanted to be back in person if at all possible this year,” upper School Teacher Phillipa Kelly recalls. “It’s just so much better than being virtual. You can engage in higher level conversations and discussions when you’re actually together.”

Holland Hall took extensive safety measures to make that happen. They secured their ventilation systems, spread desks six feet apart, required students and staff to wear masks, implemented block scheduling and even created outdoor classrooms.

Holland Hall Student Molly Gilmartin, whose mother is immune-compromised, says she’s happy with the measures her school has taken against COVID. “Being back in the classroom was nerve-wracking for me, but I could not have been more at ease once school started back up,” Gilmartin says.

THEY DIDN’T LET PRECAUTIONS OBSTRUCT LEARNING Because of the school’s new block scheduling system and increased supervision, teachers spend more time in class with the same students. Middle school teacher Becca Parker says the safeguards created a silver lining. “It feels like a more intimate experience. We’re getting to know our students much better.” Her largest class has 13 students.

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A traditional choir concert performed outdoors.

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Sunny weather allows students to perform much of their work socially distanced.

Given longer class periods, teachers have adapted to make sure their students stay engaged. Kelly says teachers break up activities and come up with creative ways for students to work in groups while distanced. Holland Hall’s surrounding 162 acres has been used to create a dynamic learning environment. Parker takes her students on a walk outside during every class.

Primary School Head Vanessa Jones acknowledges they’ve made curriculum adjustments to accommodate last spring’s unfinished learning, but have been able to recover much of any lost ground just by eliminating field trips and other events they couldn’t have had during a pandemic anyway. “Students are learning at deep levels, and sometimes in different ways.

Timing of units and methods of delivery may have changed, but the learning and growth is still 100 percent intact,” Middle "A Midsummer's Night Dream" is performed outdoors on campus.

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School Head Jennifer White says.

HOLLAND HALL PRIORITIZES

celebrating birthdays and enjoying camaraderie.

EMOTIONAL HEALTH, TOO

This year, they’re preserving the morning meeting

“Our administrators have done an amazing job

tradition by streaming the meeting in small groups.

encouraging us to recognize the benefits of self-care,”

Students haven’t had a boring social life, either.

Parker says. “I can only imagine the things they’re deal-

They’ve held food and clothing drives, pep rallies

ing with, but they’re so optimistic and encouraging.”

and outdoor movie nights. They even hosted a hol-

Holland Hall operates its educational schedule

iday party, complete with food and entertainment.

on a six-day cycle. This year, they’ve decided not

“Community is a big part of Holland Hall. Even

to assign homework on two of the six days to make

with COVID, we’ve found ways to celebrate each

sure students have time to relax with family. “It’s not

other,” Kelly says. And the students think so

to lower the expectations, but to be really reason-

too. “We hope to end out the school year better

able given the circumstances,” Kelly says.

than ever with more events to bring our community closer in a time where physical togetherness looks

TRADITIONS RUN THROUGH HOLLAND

different,” student Nayna Nambiar exclaims.

HALL’S HISTORY AND THEY’VE STOOD STRONG THROUGH THE PANDEMIC Most years, you can find students gathered at the commons at 8 a.m. listening to announcements,

Visit HollandHall.org or call 918.236.5371 for more information.

Teacher Byron Shen holds art class outside.

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ARTICLE CHERLYN REEVES

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IN RECENT YEARS, HOMEOWNERS HAVE INCREASINGLY SPENT TIME AND MONEY ON THEIR OUTDOOR SPACES, BUT, NOW MORE THAN EVER, THE INTEREST IN OUTDOOR LIVING HAS SPIKED TO UNPRECEDENTED LEVELS. As homeowners have adjusted to the

HIRE A CONTRACTOR

new normal, the pandemic has elevated the

Hiring a contractor is an important decision.

importance of having outdoor private space

Begin your search armed with questions to make

and also empowered homeowners to envision

sure you’re getting the best contractor for the fea-

a whole new level of how to use and enjoy their

tures you are looking for. Follow your instincts. A

outdoor surroundings. Outdoor living is more

professional can give you guidance on things you

inventive than ever as people view the numerous

haven’t thought of, knows who to use for various

options for outdoor dining, seating, kitchens,

projects and helps avoid costly mistakes.

bars, theaters, home offices, gyms, swimming pools, hot tubs, pergolas, landscaping and more.

Here are some questions to consider:

It’s a place to enjoy your morning coffee, take a

+ How long have you been in business?

lunch break and a safe place to spend time with

+ What insurance and licensing do you have?

family and close friends.

+ What professional affiliations and

Where and how do you begin to achieve your vision of the perfect backyard oasis?

credentials do you have? + What services do you offer/not offer?

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A GUIDE FOR CREATING THE PERFECT OUTDOOR LIVING AREA

+ Can I see your work for other clients? + What sets you apart from other contractors? + Can I have a list of references from projects you have done? + Can I have a list of business or supplier referrals? + When will you start/finish?

PUT TOGETHER A MASTER PLAN A good Master Plan includes everything you are dreaming of for your backyard. If you want a pool, fireplace, outdoor kitchen and extra seating or, if you simply want to expand your concrete and redo some landscaping, having a Master A good Master Plan includes everything you are dreaming of for your backyard including the wish list for future projects

Plan will make the process easier for you and your contractor. If you have a wish list for future projects, make sure it’s included on the Master Plan. Future projects will need to be considered before you start the first phase of your renovation to make it easier later on.

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This south Broken Arrow home originally had a small patio. This is work in progress by Innovative Outdoor Living from the Master Plan on page 27.

ORDER OF OPERATIONS Groundwork is the most important phase and includes electric, plumbing, irrigation, drainage and lighting. If any of the future projects on the Master Plan include these utility lines, they should be installed during the first phase before any concrete, stonework or decking is installed. The utilities can be stubbed for later use. If a hot tub is on the Master Plan, a 220-volt line will need to be installed during the first phase.

CONCRETE WORK Outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, structures and seat walls have concrete footers that need to be installed before the final concrete is poured. Have a plan for what you want the final concrete pour to look like. With so many ways to make concrete look great, make it a point to discuss this with your contractor. Dressing up concrete doesn’t have to be expensive. You can add an eight-inch border cut or diamond cuts to enhance the look.

QUOTES FROM CLIENTS WE MET THIS LAST YEAR + “I have been wanting to do this for years and

STRUCTURES

never got around to it.”

What type of structure fits my backyard? Can I extend my roof line or should I do a pergola? The first step is contacting your local city permitting

+ “Now, that I have been stuck at home for so long I realize how terrible my backyard is.”

office to find out where your building lines and utility easements are located on your property.

+ “I want a place for my kids to be able to go outside and do their schoolwork.”

THE FINAL TOUCHES After the groundwork is done, the concrete is

”If you have questions, need help with a project or

poured and structures are installed, it’s time for the

need a Master Plan, call Innovative Outdoor Living at

final touches—landscaping.

918.629.7988 or email InnovativeOLC@gmail.com. They

Various plants do better in shade or sun and knowing the pattern of the sun for the various sea-

also offer free consultations on designing and installing the backyard you have been dreaming of for years.

sons helps with choosing the correct plants that will thrive. If you need an expert, a horticulturist has

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

plant material knowledge, is familiar with the local

Cherlyn Reeves and her husband Jason own Innova-

landscape and can be extremely helpful especially

tive Outdoor Living & Contracting specializing in out-

with the crazy Oklahoma weather.

door living, planning and installation for residential and commercial properties. They are members of the Tulsa Home Builders Association (HBA) and Cherlyn is the 2021 Treasurer for the Professional Women in Building Council at the Tulsa HBA. Cherlyn has a degree in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture.

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DID YOU KNOW ONE OUT OF EVERY THREE BITES OF FOOD YOU EAT EXISTS BECAUSE OF THE EFFORTS OF POLLINATORS: BEES, BUTTERFLIES, MOTHS, WASPS AND BIRDS? Many pollinator populations are in decline globally due to loss of feeding and nesting habitats, pollution, misuse of chemicals, disease and change in climate. One of the world’s most beautiful, and soon-to-be endangered pollinators is the Monarch butterfly.

Monarch butterflies are North America’s bestknown, most beloved butterflies. Weighing less than an ounce, each monarch can fly more than 250 miles a day to their annual migration to Mexico and Oklahoma is just one of their pit stops.

How can we be more welcoming to our southward-bound friends?

Pollinator gardens help reverse the decline of Monarchs as well as other pollinators. But, it’s important to choose the right plants that provide food and shelter. “Think native plants,” says Keep Broken Arrow Beautiful’s Beverly Forester. “Native plants acclimate better to our weather and are more likely to survive,” explains Forester.

Milkweed is the No.1 food for attracting and retaining Monarch butterflies. They not only need the milkweed to reproduce, but it’s the only plant caterpillars will eat. Okies for Monarchs recommends planting at least 10 milkweed plants per 100 feet, and If you’d like more information on how to create a pollinator garden and the benefits of doing so, visit these sites: KeepBABeautiful.org OkiesForMonarchs.org MonarchWatch.org SustainableTulsaInc.org TulsaMasterGardeners.org

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to plant in clumps, rather than individual plants. Go to OkiesForMonarchs.org and you can discover the many different types of milkweed native to our state.

Before purchasing milkweed, consider asking to make sure it hasn’t been treated with systemic insecticides. Locally sourced plants and seeds are always the best option.

“It’s ok to start small, even with a container garden,” stresses Forester, adding, “We need to start yesterday protecting our Monarchs.”

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