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JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

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July: Sweet Summer Time

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JULY IS PRIME TIME FOR ALL OF THE BEST ACTIVITIES SUMMER HAS TO

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OFFER. From pool parties and backyard barbecues to baseball games and family

Dasha Wise, Kathy Slemp, Nancy C. Hermann, Staci Elder Hensley, Harrison Sikes, Tyler O’Donnell, Joe Harwell

vacations, this month reminds us to kick back and have some fun! Our summer issue is full of ideas for taking exciting and exotic vacations. Fourth of July brings us plenty of star-spangled fun, from patriotic parades to awe-inspiring fireworks displays. And did you know that America’s first and only official Catholic

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martyr is from right here in Oklahoma? We also talked with Santa Clause who is looking forward to a very busy holiday season since he wasn't able to visit last year. We thought it might help to plan a little earlier this year if you're thinking of inviting him over. Saving the best for last, we were thrilled when Tulsa Police Chief Franklin was able to meet with Nancy and Cindy, our writer and photographer, and want to thank him for taking time from his busy schedule. Reading his story puts the last 18 months into an almost surreal perspective and leaves you in awe of how he and so many in our community have handled challenging times.

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ON THE COVER Chief Wendell Franklin,

a 23-year veteran of the Tulsa Police

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Department, was appointed as 40th Chief of the Tulsa Police Department by Mayor G.T. Bynum on February 1, 2020.

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FEATURES 10 Women in Wanderlust We women long for excitement of the unknown, but we still like to come prepared

16 Hail to the Chief Tulsa’s 40th Chief of Police Triumphs in a Year of Trying Times and Tragedy

20 ‘The Shepherd Cannot Run’ Honoring the Legacy of America’s Only Catholic Martyr

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24 The Last Frontier Exploring Alaska and all it has to offer

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Lifestyle Letter

Around Town

Travel Destination

Water & Woods

30 Giving Back 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local Limelight

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AROUND TOWN Look for the Official “Parade of Homes” Sign in the front yard! The Parade is July 17 through July 25 and homes open 1 to 7 p.m. daily. TulsaHBA.com

PAT WOODRUM RECOGNIZED WITH NATIONAL GARDEN CLUBS, INC. 2021 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE Pat Woodrum, one of the founders of Tulsa Botanic Garden, was selected as one of three individuals from across the U.S. to receive the 2021 Award of Excellence from National Garden Clubs,

Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates is pleased to wel-

Inc. Woodrum is the first Oklahoman to receive

come Elizabeth Weldin, MD. Dr. Weldin is a hand

the award – the highest honor given by National

surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow

Garden Clubs, Inc. to a non-member.

repairs, including pediatric hand conditions.

Woodrum, the first executive director in 2003,

Dr. Weldin completed a fellowship in Hand

worked with others in those early days to secure

Surgery and a residency in Orthopaedic Surgery

funding and donations, including the donation of

from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

land. The Botanic Garden hosts programs and

She earned a medical degree from the University of

events, attracting thousands of visitors annually.

California San Diego School of Medicine.

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2021 GREATER TULSA PARADE OF HOMES™ The annual new home showcase presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa and sponsored by Samsung & Arvest Bank will

Dr. Weldin’s clinic is located at the main Tulsa Bone & Joint campus at 4800 E. 109th E. Ave. TulsaBoneAndJoint.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE ANIMAL EMERGENCY CENTER

feature more than 100 homes from more than 50

The Animal Emergency Center (AEC) has full-

of the area’s top builders and highlight the latest

time and part-time openings for veterinarians, vet-

in neighborhood amenities in seven featured

erinary assistants, registered veterinary technicians

subdivisions. Featured homes range in price from

and customer service representatives. Experience

$150,000 to more than $1 million.

preferred but new graduates are encouraged

The Parade of Homes includes homes through-

to apply. Full benefits package available. If you have

out cities in the Tulsa metro area including: Bixby,

a passion for pet care and are seeking a career in

Broken Arrow, Catoosa, Collinsville, Claremore,

the veterinary field visit AECTulsa.com.

Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, and Sand Springs. For a map of all home locations, pick up the Official Guide at participating QuikTrip locations beginning July 16th.

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FARRELL BREAD & BAKERY SOUTH IS NOW OPEN The recently renovated Farrell Bread & Bakery,

Featured Subdivisions include Berwick, Forest

located at 8090 S. Yale, celebrated their grand

Ridge, Hyde Park, Presley Heights, Stone Canyon

re-opening with a ribbon cutting and open house

and Wood Hollow Estates.

on June 10th. Farrell Bread & Bakery is a boutique

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artisan European style bread bakery that has served breads and baked goods in Oklahoma for over twenty years. They carry whole loaves, sliced loaves, pastries, seasonal loaves, and ready-to-eat breakfast (lunch coming soon). FarrellBread.com "We are on a mission to revive the art of artisan baking for our community."

NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES RECOGNIZES HOLLAND HALL Holland Hall’s Upper School building — the Walter Academic Building — has been named to the

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as examples of American Regionalism. “Being included on the National Register of Historic Places is a distinct honor,” said Ken Busby, an alumnus

is part of the curriculum,” said Head of School J.P. Culley. “O’Neil Ford’s vision for the Walter Academic Building helped create a space where students learn to share their voice. There is no upper school experi-

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ence quite like it anywhere in the nation.” Other Tulsa County sites listed in 2021: + The 100 block of North Greenwood Avenue was also listed because of its significance as an “economic cultural and professional center for Tulsa’s African American community.” + The Daniel Webster High School district. HollandHall.com

PHILBROOK SUPER FUN SUMMER Philbrook Museum of Art has a weekly series of activities for Summer 2021 providing opportunities for the whole family to spend quality time together. Advance tickets are required. Kids 17 and under, and Philbrook Members are FREE. $12 for Not-yet Members. Tickets are available at Philbrook.org. WEDNESDAYS: Little Garden Explorers, 9:3011:30 a.m. THURSDAYS: Storytime, 10 a.m. & Fish Feeding, 10:30 a.m. FRIDAYS: Family Nature Walk, 10 a.m. SATURDAYS: Sprinkler Saturday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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WE WOMEN LONG FOR THE EXCITEMENT OF THE UNKNOWN, BUT WE STILL LIKE TO COME PREPARED

TRAVEL DESTINATION

Women in Wanderlust

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Lofoten, Norway

IF I HAD TO CHOOSE ONLY ONE FAVORITE COUNTRY IT WOULD UNDOUBTEDLY BE INDONESIA. Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia

WE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO TRAVEL OVER THE PAST

1. COMMUNICATION

YEAR, BUT THANKFULLY WE CAN CHASE AFTER IT AGAIN.

The first thing I do when I land in a new country is track down a

The question is, what places should we prioritize and how should we

sim card vendor and get high or unlimited data for the span of time I

prepare so as to make the most of our experience?

have in that country. In most countries this will cost you far less than

As someone who has traveled the world nonstop for the past

your current plan in the U.S., and having internet pretty much every-

few years, I would like to give you ladies (and gentlemen) my top

where is crucial. In case you do lose signal somewhere, it's always a

tips and tricks.

good idea to download offline Google Maps for your area in advance.

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East Java, Indonesia

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TRAVEL DESTINATION (CONTINUED) Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia

Bangkok, Thailand

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Uber, Lyft or the local equiva-

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In this day and age there is almost zero need for overpriced

lent. It is much safer, faster and more convenient. 3. SAFETY It's no secret that female travelers have to be more wary than their male counterparts.

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However, for the vast majority of Skogar, Iceland

countries, it's really not as bad as you think. Many "third world countries" throughout Southeast Asia feel safer than much of the

Best for food and culture Italy, Thailand, Mexico

United States, while countries like Egypt and Morocco, though still incredible to visit, really shouldn't be visited alone. In high crime cities like Marrakech, completely ignore anyone who tries to speak with you on the street and watch for motorcyclists snatching phones and bags. I was actually with a male friend walking down the streets of the Medina in Marrakech when a local man still tried to convince us to go into an unmarked basement "bakery." 4. FOOTWEAR Ditch your heels in favor of comfortable footwear. Trust me, the best way to see any city is to just

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WHEN COMPANY VISITS AND YOU LIVE IN TULSA, OK, A VISIT TO GATHERING PLACE - TULSA'S RIVERFRONT PARK, HAS TO BE ON THE TO DO LIST. My daughter and I spent hours exploring and marveled at the layout and design of the gardens, play areas and walking paths. And the sunsets never get old. GatheringPlace.org. More photos at CityLifestyle.com/Tulsa

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Academy in 2016. He’s served TPD in high-level and sensitive investigations, and in 2019 operated the northern command post of the Emergency Operations Center during the Tulsa flood. Years earlier, after 9/11, Franklin had filled out paperwork to join a federal agency. “I wanted to do more, you know, ‘What more can I do to be a part of protecting our country?’” Franklin’s connection to family kept him from leaving Tulsa. He was born and raised in the city, graduating from Booker T. WHEN WENDELL FRANKLIN AGREED TO BECOME TULSA’S

Washington High School. “It’s home to me,” he said, warmly. “It’s a

40TH CHIEF OF POLICE IN JANUARY 2020, THERE WERE NO

small city, but it’s a big city. So, you get a little bit of everything in

CONFIRMED CASES OF COVID IN AMERICA. Donald Trump was

Tulsa and it’s quite unique. You can travel around the country and

President. George Floyd was alive. The city that had downplayed and

there’s not one city where you can say, ‘Hey, this seems like Tulsa

then slowly grappled with its role in the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

to me.’ You just don’t get that anywhere else.”

had never hired a Black police chief to be where the buck stopped.

A little over a month after Franklin became Chief, COVID arrived

A 23-year veteran of the TPD, holding the rank of Major, Franklin

in Tulsa. The head of the police union and a 911 dispatcher died from

moved into “the room where it happens” and then made it his own.

the virus. With little knowledge of what they were facing, Tulsa police

The day following President Biden’s June 1 visit to Greenwood, Chief Franklin made time for our interview. He hadn’t taken a day

officers continued their work as front-line public servants, protecting citizens from both visible and unseen enemies.

off in weeks, but his focus was sharp, and his comments unguarded.

TPD had much more to tackle as the year progressed. Following

“You know, when I was appointed, I talked with Mayor Bynum

the death of George Floyd, civic unrest in Tulsa resulted in blocked

about the challenges, in general, of me being the person he selects,”

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shared Franklin. “I really think I was trying to talk him out of selecting me because I believed, and continue to believe to this day, that any of the other applicants would have had an easier time than I would being in the position,” he said. “So, as we hammered out things and he offered the job to me, I met with him and a few members within the Mayor’s Office and Human Resources. They all were just overwhelmingly supportive and said, ‘We’re going to help you out every step of the

“We take everything that we do and we evaluate and critique ourselves to figure out ways of doing things better.”

way. Whatever you need. We will work through it and find what you need.’” Franklin occasionally had been “poked and prodded” by colleagues who wanted him to seek higher rank. His good friend, the beloved Jenks coach Allan Trimble, also encouraged Franklin. “He kept saying, ‘Hey, when are you going to be Chief?’” remembered Franklin. I’d say ‘Oh my God, Coach. I’m not going to be Chief. That’s not something I‘m looking for’ — and here I am.” One wonders if Franklin had foreseen how 2020-21 would unfold, that he might have chosen differently. Certainly, he’s had options. Having first earned a bachelor’s from Langston University, Franklin graduated from the Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police in 2015 and from the FBI National

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“Everyone seemed to elevate and comfort one another to get through it,” said Franklin. When dealing with tragedy, preparing for a presidential visit or the heavily armed Second Amendment March, the TPD, the mayor’s office and other city departments all lend expertise and support “to make it all work,” he noted.

“I wanted to do more, you know, ‘What more can I do to be a part of protecting our country?’”

Franklin’s wife Arquicia has been at his side for his entire law-enforcement career. Knowing that long hours, graveyard shifts and the nature of policework affects family life, he doesn’t make a career move without consulting her first. Their two sons, both Broken Arrow High School grads, are grown now. His oldest graduated from the University of Oklahoma, where he met his wife. His youngest played football at Pittsburg State and just finished his second degree

highways, property destruction and the intervention of the National

there. “He’s the first one in our family with the master’s degree,”

Guard. Though there were peaceful protestors in the mix, others

said Franklin. Education, he emphasized, and spiritual wellness

used the protest as a cover for vandalism.

have been cornerstones of family life.

“If I could do anything different, I wish that there were not busi-

“With my boys, I don’t think that they ever really concerned

nesses that had windows broken and people inside attempting to

themselves with the color of their skin. I know that we seem to

steal things. It’s better to stop it before it happens, but it’s extremely

make that such a topic, especially today though we’re so much

difficult to do that,” said Franklin. “I think we did a remarkable job

more diverse now than 30 ,40 or 50 years ago,” Franklin offered.

because our officers focused efforts on those agitators within the

“I love Martin Luther King’s speech where he had hope that his

crowd. It helped tremendously to have the helicopter available to

children would not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the

direct ground officers into various areas and have videos of individu-

content of their character.”

als we could later prosecute.”

Chief Franklin would tell you that if you’re wearing a badge these

Problem-solving and connecting with colleagues are parts of

days, the job is seemingly insurmountable. He knows from his own

the job that Franklin enjoys the most. After violence erupted on

experience that you can’t please everyone. “It’s a juggling act,” he

Tulsa streets, TPD evaluated their response to determine what they

surmised, but occasionally there’s a perk. “I would never in my life

learned and what they could improve upon. “We take everything that

ever thought I would be shaking hands with a president, but I have

we do, and we evaluate and critique ourselves to figure out ways of

been there now, twice.”

doing things better,” he said. June 2020 brought more potential powder-keg moments to Tulsa when a hastily organized rally for President Trump was held at the BOK Center. Many citizens viewed it as a COVID super-spreader hazard, and others were angered by the President’s choice to hold the event on Juneteenth, a date that celebrates the emancipation of slaves. The rally date was eventually moved, but tensions in the community remained high. “The more people that are in a confined area, the worse something could be,” Franklin advised. “That was a challenge.” Not long after the Trump rally, Franklin was awakened one night with disturbing news. Two officers had been shot during a traffic stop. The 43-year-old father of two, Sgt. Craig Johnson, died. Officer Aurash Zarkeshan hung onto life by a thread. “I felt like I was sleepwalking through a lot of it because we had not had a tragedy like that in 24 years,” recalled Franklin. He credits a multitude of caring people and trained assistance groups for helping the police department cope with those dark days.

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“I would never in my life ever thought I would be shaking hands with a president, but I have been there now, twice.”

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ARTICLE STACI ELDER HENSLEY

Blessed Stanley Rother. Photo credit: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Archive

WHEN YOU’RE CONNECTED WITH SOMEONE WHO’S SACRIFICED EVERYTHING TO HELP THE LESS FORTUNATE, SHARING AND CONTINUING THAT PERSON’S LEGACY CAN BE A SACRED TRUST. That’s certainly the case for Sue Rother Bond, whose father was a cousin of America’s first and only official Catholic martyr—Oklahoma-born priest Blessed Stanley Rother. Bond honors

Bond self-published her book, so that 100%

the memory of her famous relative in a variety

of the funds raised can go to support causes

of ways, including serving on the board of the

aligned with Blessed Stanley’s values. Among

Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine. Now under con-

other projects, the Bonds sent food to his former

struction in Oklahoma City, the 2,200-seat shrine

Guatemalan parishioners who were severely

and accompanying museum is scheduled for

impacted during the COVID lockdown and pur-

completion in July 2022.

chased more than 3,000 trees to beautify the

In 2018 Bond wrote and illustrated a children’s

grounds of the new shrine.

book about Rother titled Blessed Stanley Rother: An Extraordinary Life. Along with her husband, ortho-

THE STORY OF BLESSED STANLEY ROTHER

pedic surgeon Dr. James Bond, she also created an

Father Stanley Rother’s incredible story is one

accompanying puppet show about Rother’s life that

of tremendous dedication to the spiritual flock for

they present to school-age children.

whom he laid down his life. Born during the Great Depression into a devoutly Catholic farming family in Okarche, Oklahoma, young Stanley soon determined he wanted to become a priest. After completing seminary and serving several years in Oklahoma, in 1968 Father Rother received permission to join the Oklahoma Catholic Archdiocese’s mission in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala. For nearly 13 years, he would live and work amongst the poverty-stricken native tribe of the Tz’utujil, who are Mayan descendants. Although he had struggled with Latin while in seminary, he nevertheless became fluent in both Spanish and the tribe’s native dialect—even creating a Bible translation in the latter language. He assisted the tribe with both spiritual and practical matters, spearheading the building of a parish hall, hospital and radio station, developing irrigation systems, teaching farming techniques, and even importing a tractor from his family’s farm to assist with local agriculture.

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STANLEY ROTHER

HONORING THE LEGACY OF AMERICA’S ONLY CATHOLIC MARTYR

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Sue Bond and husband Dr. James Bond used their book proceeds to purchase 3,000 trees for the new Shrine.

“He plowed the fields side-by-side with his parishioners,” Bond said. “He taught them about God with not only words, but by acts of love. He loved the people of his parish, and they loved him.” When a civil war broke out in Guatemala in 1980, the Catholic church was targeted by the government. Violence against the parishioners ensued, and Father Stanley’s name was among those added to the government’s “death list.” At the Oklahoma Archbishop’s request, Rother returned to the States, but soon went back to Guatemala, saying simply “The shepherd cannot run at the first sign of danger.” Three months later, on July 28, 1981, intruders entered the parish and the beloved priest was martyred. On Dec. 1, 2016, at the request of the Oklahoma Archdiocese, Pope Francis officially recognized Father Rother as a martyr for the faith— the first from the United States and the first U.S.-born priest to be beatified. (Beatification is a necessary step along the process toward declared sainthood, and adds the

“I have shipped books to nearly every state in the

title of “Blessed” to the individual’s name.) The Rite of

U.S. and also to people of many Christian denomi-

Beatification was held in Oklahoma City on Sept. 23,

nations,” she added. “His story seems to transcend

2017, and was attended by more than 20,000 people

Catholicism and Christianity. Blessed Stanley’s

around the world. Bond said the family and church

story inspires us all to become the best version of

members are hopeful that Blessed Stanley Rother

ourselves by loving and taking care of an under-

will eventually be canonized as a saint.

served population at any cost.”

“Blessed Stanley gives us an ordinary hero we

Bond’s book, along with other Rother-related

can all live up to,” Bond said. “We all can strengthen

items, is available for purchase through the Oklahoma

our faith and love for our neighbor through everyday

Archdiocese website, ArchOKC.org. It also can be

actions of kindness and develop courage through

purchased by emailing blessedstanleybook@gmail.

adversity to stand up for what is right at all costs.”

com for a secure credit card link, via Facebook, @ blessedstanleyrother, and through Amazon and local

CARRYING ON THE LEGACY Father Stanley’s life was chronicled in the

shrine can be found at Archokc.org/shrine.

well-received biography The Shepherd Who Didn’t

“Blessed Stanley’s story is powerful because

Run by Maria Scaperlanda. However, Bond said,

anyone can identify with it,” Bond said. “He was not

she felt something still was needed to reach a

exceptionally tall or fast or strong. He was an ordinary

younger audience.

farm boy whose courage and faith grew throughout

“As the mother of five children, I have always

his life. All of us have opportunities during any ordi-

been creative with sharing stories with my chil-

nary day to show compassion and help someone

dren, and they always loved the bedtime stories of

in need and listen to what God calls us to do. As

Blessed Stan,” she said. “So, I decided to write a

Oklahomans, we are all familiar with hard work and

fully illustrated children’s book to share his story.”

rolling up our sleeves to help our neighbor. Especially

The book was an immediate hit, and has been translated into both Spanish and Tz’utujil.

Catholic bookstores. More information about the

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in today’s time of division and hate, these ordinary values can serve our world extraordinarily.”

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ARTICLE HARRISON SIKES

Rock formation on an island in the Gulf of Alaska

T H E L A ST F RON T I E R 24

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EXPLORING ALASKA AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER

I RECENTLY MADE A TRIP TO ALASKA WITH MY SISTER SARAH AND OUR COUSIN KENDRA. We spent several weeks exploring across the central/southeastern area to experience what the last frontier has to offer. We used our Airbnb in Anchorage as a base camp in between adventures. Much of the time spent in Anchorage was for planning the next sights to see, playing board games and cooking excellent meals. There were many trips made to the Kenai Peninsula to take advantage of everything this part of the state has to offer. I spent a few days fishing the Kenai River, where I was able to catch salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden trout, which was a first for me. The best part about fishing this area was observing a mama bear and her cubs feeding in the deep pools where salmon were holding. I could sit all day and watch the cubs dive down for fish and then fight each other for it when one of them got one.

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While I spent much time here on the river, the

We were lucky enough to obtain a permit online

girls took a plane to Lake Clark National Park &

for a pass to drive into Denali National Park.

Preserve to check out some bears going about their

Typically, one can only drive their car 15 miles

daily activities. They especially enjoyed watching

into the park before having to take a bus to get in

the young cubs play amongst each other and get

deeper. The permit allowed us to venture 60 miles

distracted while mom is trying to teach them how to

into the park in our own vehicle. Along this trip were

dig for clams on the beach. With limited access to

endless views of some of the most beautiful scen-

people, the bears in this area do not view people as

ery I believe exists, as well as our first live look at

a threat to their food and will coexist with you while

caribou. We also saw a few bears moseying around,

keeping your distance and showing respect.

and a wolf way off in the distance. Preservation of

Working our way down toward the tip of the

this park is outstanding, which should allow it to

Kenai Peninsula Borough, we found ourselves

remain in its natural state for all to enjoy for many

camping in Homer for a few days. This is a fishing

years. This was my favorite part of our trip to Alaska.

town hosting some of the best halibut fishing in the

Denali is one of a kind. I’ll never forget the feeling I

world, which makes this a very popular place for

had sitting at camp eating the oats Sarah made for

a lot of people. Feeling like a mountain town with

breakfast that morning and sipping on some coffee

some beach town in it makes Homer a place like

before we started our drive into the park.

no other. This was my favorite city we visited while there, and I can’t wait to go back. 26

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ALASKA: QUICK FACTS Alaska is by far the largest U.S. state by area,

Mountains reflecting off of a lake in Wrangell National Park

comprising more total area than the next three largest states (Texas, California and Montana) combined, and the seventh largest subnational division in the world. While it has one of the smallest state economies in the country, Alaska's per capita income is among the highest, owing to a diversified economy dominated by fishing, natural gas, and oil, all of which it has in abundance. United States armed forces bases and tourism are also a significant part of the economy; more than half the state is federally owned public land, including a multitude of national forests, parks, and wildlife refuges. Of the 20 highest peaks in the United States, 17 are in Alaska. Denali, the highest peak in North America, is 20,320 ft. above sea level. Denali, the Indian name for the peak, means "The Great One." The Yukon River, almost 2,000 miles long, is the third longest river in the United States. There are more than 3,000 rivers in Alaska and over 3 million lakes. The largest, Lake Iliamna, encompasses over 1,000 square miles. Alaska has 6,640 miles of coastline and, including islands, has 33,904 miles of shoreline. Some of Alaska's popular annual events are the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race from Anchorage to Nome, World Ice Art Championships in Fairbanks, the Blueberry Festival and Alaska Hummingbird Festival in Ketchikan, the Sitka Whale Fest, and the Stikine River Garnet Fest in Wrangell. The Stikine River attracts the largest springtime concentration of American bald eagles in the world. Influences on music in Alaska include the traditional music of Alaska Natives as well as folk music brought by later immigrants from Russia and Europe. Prominent musicians from Alaska

Check out the State of Alaska web-

include singer Jewel, traditional Aleut flautist

site—Alaska.gov—for a wealth of information,

Mary Youngblood, folk singer-songwriter Libby

including state facts and misconceptions, the

Roderick, and Christian music singer-song-

state’s history, museums and events, fishing

writer Lincoln Brewster.

licenses, travel conditions, etc.

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SMALL TOWN A SPECIAL PLACE The Bella Donna Wedding Chapel & Event Center is much more than a wedding chapel. Located just outside of Tulsa County in the Cherokee Hills of Catoosa, The Bella Donna

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and 19 acres of land, many organizations from the Catoosa

nity to be part of the big and small moments in our guests’

and Tulsa areas have worked with us on their events includ-

lives. Whether you need a beautiful space for your wedding

ing the Native American Arts Alliance, The Catoosa Chamber

or are looking for a place to host a large or small event for

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your family and friends, business or organization, we are ready and willing to help with every step of the planning

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Next month, on August 28th, The Stonebrook Project will

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The Bella Donna. The Project is raising money for cancer

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JULY

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JUL 4 & AUG 1

morning workout to get you energized

retirement lifestyles and interests.

for the day. After the initial class on

News on 6 anchor Lori Fullbright

BOOZY, BRUNCHY DOG DAY

the 6th, it will be held every Monday

will emcee the Senior Stage. There

from 6-6:45 a.m. $15 per class or

will

3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr.

$50 for the month. For more info visit

and presentations throughout the

Your four-legged family member can

Bella Boot Camp on Facebook or

day. Other highlights will include

join you for a walk in the Garden. A

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a free shredding truck and an Rx

food truck will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a bar will have drink options. Dog treats will also be available. Cost for non-member dogs is $4/dog. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Advance tickets required. More details at TulsaBotanic.org.

entertainment,

activities

Takeback event. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

10 - 17

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15 - 17

PONY OF THE AMERICAS NATIONAL CONGRESS

Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 East 21st St.

See the finest in the POA breed. Put

on by the Pony of Americas Club,

CRAFT CLASSES AND STORY TIME

55TH ANNUAL PORTER PEACH FESTIVAL

Main Street (Hwy 51 B) in Porter, OK

this nine-day event is full of eques-

Peach orchards have been an inte-

trian activities featuring the popular,

gral part of Porter's history for over

gentle,

Come

100 years. Since the inaugural Porter

Tulsa Toy Depot, 10114 S Sheridan Rd.

cheer the boys and girls as they

Peach Festival in 1960, the town has

Craft

every

demonstrate their proficiency in dif-

highlighted its tasty heritage with

Wednesday at 11 a.m., and storytime is

ferent areas including timed events,

a fun festival of arts & crafts, out-

held on Thursday at 11 a.m. when Miss

jumping, bareback riding and barrel

door concerts, small town parade,

Carol Meyer leads the kids in music

racing. POAC.org

5k run, car show, and of course,

classes

are

free

child-sized

breed.

and storytelling for 30 minutes of great active fun. Visit TulsaToyDepot.com for more info or call 918.938.0555.

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16 - 18

ADOPTION EVENT – TULSA HILLS

INTRODUCTORY STAINED GLASS WORKSHOPS

Tulsa Hills Wine Cellar and Tulsa Hills

Tulsa Stained Glass, 4131 S Sheridan Rd.,

with Tulsa SPCA! Stop by to meet

Premiering in 1985, An Affair of the

Five classes to choose from: Ladies

adoptable dogs and cats. Receive

Heart has grown into a unique mar-

Night Out, Hearts, Plants, Date Night

a Thank You gift from the stores for

ketplace where local and national

and Butterflies. Make a beautiful,

adopting. Bring a donation item - list

crafters, artisans, boutique owners

authentic stained glass hanging ring

provided

TulsaHillsWineCellar.

and collectors can share and sell their

project in this fun 3-hour class. Learn

com/spca between July 1-10 for a

products with the general public.

about stained glass, design, rough

chance to win prizes. Stay tuned at

Friday and Saturday 9 a.m., Sunday 11

cutting, soldering, and assembly.

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a.m. Adults $10. AAOTH.com

Fun, relaxed atmosphere. This is a fun

Instagram. Begins at noon.

7420-22 S Olympia Ave

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Cigar Cellar & Market are partnering

activity that any skill level can enjoy. Times vary. Visit TulsaStainedGlass. com for information and tickets.

BRAUM'S AN AFFAIR OFTHE HEART

Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 East 21st St.

6, 12, 19 & 26

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TRIPP HAGGARD MEMORIAL STEAK COOKOFF

4145 East 21st St.

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BELLA BOOT CAMP

Oklahoma's premier senior event

Bring a big appetite for a day full of

The Bella Donna Event Center is

features exhibitors that promote

food. Your mouth will water at the

hosting Bella Boot Camp, an early

health and safety, active aging and

smell of charbroiled steaks wafting

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Exchange Center at Expo Square,

Siegi's Sausage Factory,

through the air as you listen to local musicians take the stage and entertain everyone. There will also be drinks and beer available for purchase as well as festival merchandise. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. SteakCookoffs.com

23 - 25 GREASE: SCHOOL EDITION Tulsa PAC, 110 E 2nd St.

Welcome to Rydell High, 1959. Hang out with the hot-rodding gang and their hip-shaking “Pink Ladies,” as they immerse you in sound of the 50’s in this beloved rock ‘n’ roll musical. Book, Music & Lyrics Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Times vary. John H. Williams Theatre. TulsaPAC.com

23 - 25 HOME & GARDEN EXPO OF OKLAHOMA

Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 East 21st St.

Plan on joining more than 100 local vendors. Escape the heat and plot out your next home improvement project. The show is free. Sponsors include Mattress Firm, Burnett, Inc., Rickert Landscaping & Tree Service, and T-Town Roofing. facebook.com/ HomeandGardenExpoofOklahoma

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THE BEARD IS

R E AL

SANTA'S ON VACATION BUT WILL BE HERE BEFORE YOU KNOW IT

“While always believing in the spirit of Santa, we were reminded how to believe like a child does.”

THE BEARD, HAIR, AND ROUND LITTLE BELLY OF THIS SANTA ARE REAL. Bob Bulick, along with his wife Jocelyn, are members of Oklahoma Santas, a chapter of IBRBS, an International organization of Santas and Christmas Performers. She is now the new President-elect of Oklahoma Santas. Both participate regularly in professional performance development while supporting other Claus ambassadors. “Initially we saw it as simply something fun to do as a couple. But something happened, something wonderful, much more important to our community than we ever imagined.”

Bob started as Santa eight years ago in

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B O B & J OYC E LY N B U L I CK

To find out more about Santa and schedule events

a fun Christmas card photoshoot; Jocelyn waited until retirement to tap back into her community theater thespian mode and develop Mrs. Jossie Claus. Both create joy by engaging audiences in song, dance, games, and storytelling, besides posing for your memorable photographs. Knighting children into The Order of The Holly, singalongs, relating new North Pole stories, and tuck-ins are just a few of the fun things Jossie likes to do. They recently published MOMMS: The Mountain of Mis-Matched Socks, a heartwarming, beautifully illustrated Christmas book. All children bring their toy lists and tell Santa their wishes, and so do a few adults. “While always believing in the spirit of Santa, we were reminded how to believe like a child does. For us; we are not the Clauses, I am simply an old man with a big beard, a red suit and Jossie is a retired college administrator. But our hearts have grown three sizes since beginning this adventure. We are not the Clauses, but we get to represent the best that there is. We are not Santa and Mrs. Claus until a child recognizes us and then we are all of that, and more. Through Santa’s eyes we get to see hope and joy we never thought was so abundant.”

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