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get a kick out of oxymorons. Jumbo shrimp. Act naturally. Civil war – to name a few. We all enjoy making light of things that don’t appear to make sense. My assignment this month was to gather information on local merchants’ plans for Black Friday, reportedly the largest shopping day of the year. It involved free advertising. Our magazine readers just want to know what to expect. Imagine my shock to learn that Black Friday is a secret! I thought everyone knew about Black Friday and we were just gathering final details for the location of that overnight wait on the sidewalk. I couldn’t get anyone to talk about their plans: “Call 1-800-corporate and ask them.” Right. My next task involved reviewing the articles in this issue. I first read about the Route 66 Marathon in which my youngest daughter is coming from Colorado to

participate next month. She will run her first half-marathon at this great event, ironically, mostly on Riverside Drive. Thrilled for the river corridor and all the neighborhoods that will get to host these runners this year, I was a bit surprised to realize the marketing irony of a Route 66 Marathon run almost entirely off Route 66. By this time, I was feeling a bit out of touch. Already off balance from other marketing ironies, I researched the origins of Tulsa’s Affair of the Heart event. You guessed it: it isn’t about heart research. I’m blaming all the festivities that turned the town pink in October for this classic irony. There is so much to enjoy along Tulsa’s River Corridor. We enjoy sharing our research and experiences with you as we learn more about the businesses and recreational opportunities that occur living along the River’s Edge. ~

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here are those wondering if 2012 will be another year when something outrageously interesting happens at the Route 66 Marathon. Anything is possible, but it will be hard to top Zac Freudenburg’s 2009 Guinness World Book of Record award for winning the marathon – while pushing a stroller. With an average of 40 bands blasting out music along the route, vendors, food, costumes and much, much more – a person doesn’t have to be a runner to have a blast at marathon events. The Route 66 Marathon includes something for everyone - marathon, half-marathon, marathon relay, 5k run and walk, fun run and walk, and a Mascot Dash where any organization,

business, or school can enter their mascot in the race. Coordinated by volunteers and with all proceeds donated to the Tulsa Area United Way, the Route 66 Marathon has attracted the cooperation of several area nonprofits including the

YMCA of Greater Tulsa and its fun run training program for children ages 5-12 to train interested kids for the 5k Fun Run. Kyle Wilkes, executive director of the Thornton Family YMCA, says Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma offered 300 sponsorships to the program so that children who wanted to participate could do so without worrying about the cost. In recognition of their generous donation, BCBS was named the 2012-presenting sponsor of the Route 66 Marathon and title sponsor of the marathon’s Corporate Challenge. The marathon, established in November of 2006, attracted nearly 3,000 participants its first year to compete in marathon, half-marathon, and relay races. Today it continues to be an opportunity for family fun – actual running is optional. The Williams Route 66 Marathon Health, Fitness and Sustainability Expo runs from Nov. 16 through race day on Nov. 17 at the Tulsa Convention Center in downtown Tulsa. There are also opportunities to cheer for your favorite runners at various locations along the route. For full details, visit www. route66marathon.com. ~ Top photo shows the medal for this year’s marathon; middle photo captures the Route 66 Marathon committee, and the bottom photo shows the start of one of last year’s races. COURTESY PHOTOS

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Lights, Camera, Attractions…

Bringing the be At 7 a.m. a semi truck filled with magic arrives at the stage door. The industrial-strength steel barrier goes up and 62 people are waiting to unload. For the next 12 hours a crew of stage techs and stage hands, wardrobe handlers, actors and directors descend upon the dock. Lighting and sound equipment, costumes and makeup, set pieces and props move into the theater for a pre-determined amount of time and with one purpose – to make magic come alive. 6 | River’s Edge Magazine

“WEST SIDE STORY remains Broadway’s best dancedriven musical. Five decades have not dimmed the extraordinary choreography or the score that pulsates throughout.” — Associated Press

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The clock is ticking. The curtain goes up in hours. In 1983, Larry Payton had a vision of a company that coordinated the logistics of bringing Broadway productions to the Midwest. As an employee of the University of Tulsa, Payton began the business in his home, with a dream in mind and a lot of work to do. In the beginning, the company now known as Celebrity Attractions coordinated with off-Broadway shows including Chinese Acrobats, circus groups, and smaller stage productions. Payton quickly learned that offering a couple of nights of revenue to the producer of a Broadway show was a lot to ask for too few potential sales. If he truly wanted Broadway shows to visit Tulsa, he would have to offer more than a couple of performances per tour. This obstacle caused him to think beyond Tulsa and to coordinate with Springfield and Oklahoma City. A Broadway show could now produce more sales in more and more regional cities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and higher quality shows began passing through. When venues were added in Abilene, Amarillo, and Lubbock was when East Coast and West Coast producers took notice of the opportunity to profit from tours in the Midwest. In the summer of 1996, Celebrity Attractions brought Andrew Lloyd Webberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Phantom of the Opera to Tulsa and the crowd went wild. Patrons from surrounding states flooded the phones Continued next page November 2012 | 7

“American Idol” star and Tony-award nominee Constantine Maroulis joins with Grammy-award nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox to inject new life into the classic tale of good and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE. The show plays in Tulsa Jan. 22-27, 2013.

with ticket sales, selling out all four weeks of the Tulsa run before opening day. Suddenly, a comparatively small market like Tulsa was of interest to the producers – and now they were the ones coming to Payton. Disney began making offers. Beauty and the Beast came to town. Celebrity Attractions was once a one-man office and today coordinates Home Based Business Owner? Tired of Working Overtime? Need Some Help?

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Broadway tours for seven cities in four states - Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Springfield, Little Rock, Abilene, Amarillo, and Lubbock. The Tulsa office employs 25 staff members, and when a show lands on the Tulsa dock, 60-70 stagehands and techs are ready for work. During a production, more than 30 wardrobe handlers and stagehands are employed

to assist in the creation and management of the show, and countless others receive similar positions in the other touring cities. In 2013, Celebrity Attractions will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Payton and his brother, Ed, put Tulsa on the Broadway map and now invest in and produce Broadway shows themselves. “There is an amazing amount of support for live shows and the arts in Tulsa,” said Ed, “Some of the larger cities hold 4,000 season ticket subscribers, while Tulsa has 12,000!” In addition, “Producers and directors have complimented our Tulsa audiences for having such ‘good energy’ and positive reactions to performances.”

A look at what is coming our way . . . What does Celebrity Attractions have in store for audiences during the 2012-2013 season? According to Ed, it is one of the strongest seasons produced by Celebrity Attractions in the last six years. Patrons milling through the front lobby of the Tulsa PAC express interest in every show coming to Tulsa this season, not just one or two.The renewal rate of season ticket subscribers provides further evidence of this season’s popularity, and the return of Disney’s The Lion King as a bonus show in June 2013 is much anticipated. First in the line-up, Mary Poppins, welcomed by the Bank of Oklahoma, will open at the PAC Nov. 13-18. Ed says this show brings a spectacular set to the stage that really makes the show come alive. Adapted from one of the most popular Disney movies in history, Mary Poppins has amazing music and

Lights, Camera, Attractions… dance and is a great family show. The New York Post gave the production four out of four stars, and called it “a certifiable super-hit!” Opening Jan. 22-27, 2013, anew take on the classic Jekyll & Hyde by Frank Wildhorn comes from San Diego and will pass through Tulsa on its way to New York City for the first time. Staring “American Idol” phenom Constantine Maroulis in the dual role of Dr. Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde, and Deborah Cox as his love interest, this show is a must-see for any audience that loves a classic story of good versus evil. The production will include all the famous Jekyll & Hyde songs such as “This is the Moment” and “Someone Like You,” as well as a compelling and

chilling story to keep you on the edge of your seat. The Payton brothers are pleased to announce the return of a true Broadway classic, starring Tony®-Award nominee Cathy Rigby as Peter Pan March 5-10, 2013. According to the New York Times, “Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make Peter Pan audiences mesmerized.” This magical production includes Fairies and Pirates, Indians and Lost Boys; and is one of the most widely known children’s stories ever told. Peter Pan will be an adventure for the whole family, but watch out for the Hook! Ed Payton held an eye of mystery when we spoke about the season’s next production, West Side Story. It seems

that this classic Broadway musical that rocked the stage more than 50 years ago will once again steal the stage and leave audiences speechless. According to Ed, the producers “updated” the show in a few areas, but Ed would not disclose in what way. Time period changes? Costume and dance style switches? Regardless, West Side Story is a beautiful love story, and this production will include the traditional music pieces such as “Something’s Coming,” “I Feel Pretty,” and “America.” Buy your ticket next spring and go see for yourself what new changes are in store for the audience as you view West Side Story April 30-May 5, 2013. Last, but certainly not least, Disney’s Continued next page

Discover the magic as Cathy Rigby (left) takes flight in this two-time Emmyaward winning and two-time Tony-award nominated production of PETER PAN. The New York Times says “Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make PETER PAN audiences mesmerized.”

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Lights, Camera, Attractions… The Lion King will again take the Tulsa stage on June 4-30, 2013. Disney has special needs for the stage set-up during this production, requiring that two additional isles are created in the audience to allow for the “parade of animals” in the opening number as well as other scenes in Act 2. This involves the removal of several seats in the house, and the installation of countless floor lights to accommodate the interactive scenes. Celebrity Attractions’ success is proof that one man’s dream can bring a better life to many. Millions of people throughout the Midwest now have the opportunity to see shows that at one time required a plane ticket to New York or Los Angeles. These same millions have received another gift from the Payton brothers: the gift of entertainment and an improved quality of life. The opportunity to step out of the mundane daily life and into a world of magic is made possible by hundreds of invisible magicians behind the scenes moving set pieces, adjusting lights and sound levels. They ensure that we, the audience, share in the joy that shines from the stage. Thousands of stagehands and techs

MARY POPPINS, the stage play, features new songs and additional music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman. Madeline Trumble as Mary Poppins and Con O’SheaCreal as Bert are shown during one of the stage play’s musical numbers. Photo by Jeremy Daniel

receive part-time contract employment, and students are offered rush tickets available for purchase an hour before any show not yet sold out. The goal of Celebrity Attractions has been achieved… “To Bring the Best of Broadway Home.” ~

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Cyclists make their way past Ollie's Station Restaurant on the way to Bristow during last year’s event. At right is the start of the ride under the Red Fork Derrick. Riders traveled Route 66 for 66 miles roundtrip from Tulsa to Bristow.

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rom experienced cyclists to novice youth riders, Down on Main Street will promote Tulsa as a bicycle-friendly community and Route 66 as a national bike-way. The event is presented by RedFork Main Street to encourage bicyclists of all ability levels to ride Historic Route 66 during the fourth annual Down on Main Street event scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 3. Daniel Webster High School at 3700 Southwest Boulevard will be the center of activity for Down on Main Street. Two different bike rides are expected to put scores of cyclists on Route 66 – also known as Southwest Boulevard in west Tulsa. The Route 66 Kid’s Bike Rodeo – beginning at 10 a.m. at Webster’s Marshall Milton Stadium - will feature bicycle checks, safety instruction and skill drills for youngsters. It will be followed at noon

by a 3.5-mile community ride for children and their families that will travel out-and-back on Southwest Boulevard east from Webster to the OSU Center for Health Sciences. There is no charge to participate in the bike rodeo or community ride, but bike helmets are required for all riders. The 66 on 66 Bike Tour begins at 8:30 a.m. and will send cyclists on a 66mile journey on Route 66.The out-andback ride begins at the Route 66 Village and Red Fork Derrick – on Southwest Boulevard across from Webster – and travels west through Sapulpa to Bristow and back. Registration for the bike tour is $25 the day of the event and registration begins at 8 a.m. Rest stops will be stationed in Sapulpa and Bristow. Nearly 100 riders participated in the bike tour last year. For more information, call 918-4454457. ~

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The river’s edge provides residents a personal oasis by Tracy LeGrand

Today’s apartment lifestyles mean low upkeep and in

many cases, resort-like facilities. Many apartment homes near or along the river’s edge have vibrant online and onsite communities. Others boast boutique style with low turnovers and panoramic views. From basic to big, apartment life is complex. One of the highlights on the Tulsa skyline near the Arkansas River is The University Club. The country’s first major, computer-designed building, the 320-foot-tall structure was the work of Oklahoma State University engineering instructor Fred Gauger. The 32 floors and lower levels house common areas including a 24-hour fitness center and Olympic-sized indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and more. When the round high-rise first opened in the 1960s it was billed as “a city within a city.” This futuristic idea was meant to emulate such buildings in New York City. With an 88 percent approval rating among residents at apartmentratings.com, one person wrote, “I lived on the 13th floor facing downtown and will never forget it. This place also had the fastest elevators

I've ever ridden.” Residents may use a free shuttle service to Utica Square, Target, Walmart, grocery stores, etc. Perhaps most important these days, residency includes assigned covered parking and onsite security. Rents range from $775 to

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$1,200 monthly. As if presiding from a hill overlooking the Tulsa Hills Shopping Center, recently built Nickel Creek Apartments caters to those with the means for quite a bit more luxury. For parents, the location in the Jenks School District is an added perk. Amenities include a 24hour fitness center, business center facilities, a grand, resort-style swimming area and kitchens with high-end upgrades. With its own blog updating residents on area attractions and events, Nickel Creek is a solid choice in the plush category. Monthly rent ranges from $724 to $1,104. Also in the same area and rent range is Tuscany Hills Estates - probably the newest apartment complex in Tulsa. Like Nickel Creek, it is a Case Associates Continued next page November 2012 | 13

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property and features all of the abovementioned amenities. Costs and floor plans are slightly larger at Tuscany Hills. Perched on a hilltop, Gable Hills Apartments is minutes from both downtown Sand Springs and downtown Tulsa. Trees in a park-like setting surround the property, and features include a playground, picnic area with barbecue grills, swimming pool and three different floor plans with an extra-large kitchen. Prices range from $555 to $835. Crown Woods Apartments is a Leinbach property and recently grew in size with the addition of Village at Crown Woods. The complex is close to Jenks and sits on Riverside Drive. With many planned activities for residents, free mountain bike usage, and some unusual floor plans with 11-foot ceilings and energy-efficient windows, Crown Woods is an interesting choice with all the usual amenities and lots of luxury additions such as a lighted tennis court. Prices range from $629 to a $1,175-per-month unit with its own garage. Once ensconced at The Chalet Apartments, residents don’t tend to

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leave, and no wonder! The complex fronts Riverside Drive with direct access to River Parks and is just minutes away from the historic Brookside area. The nearby Marella Apartments are another small property with low turnover. Both overlook the river with panoramic views. Prices at both range from $675 to $800 monthly.

The Legacy at Riverview Apartment Homes is a CB Richard Ellis property and has recently undergone $3.2 million in major upgrades. With pitched roofs, exterior siding, expansive Thermopane windows and HVAC condensing units, all are designed with utility savings in mind. The apartments boast an abundance of natural light, oversized closet space and pre-wiring for cable and Internet. The Resident Center features an activities room, business and physical fitness centers and one of the largest swimming pools in the city. Prices range from $390 to $759 monthly. Just across Riverside Drive from River Parks sit Sundance Apartments. Be warned, though that this property is set for eventual demolition as major park upgrades are under way. Meanwhile, in the “affordable” category, this site features a bit more square footage than is usual for the price, along with icemakers, ceiling fans and stainless steel sinks. Onsite management keeps the pools perfect and grounds tidy. Prices range from $479 to $659 per month. Another affordable option is Cascades at Southern Hills with comparable amenities – and it’s not planned for demolition.

Above, top, Westport Apartment pools have a commanding view. Above, a slip and slide event drew residents for watery fun. COURTESY PHOTO

Special touches at Riverchase Apartments include a couple of freebies – free Wi-Fi and free bike rentals. Managed by Olympus Property, options include paying rent online and a 48-hour service guarantee – or you get some rent credit for each day the problem persists. Prices start at $539 monthly. With one-, two- or three-bedroom options, The Mansions At Riverside’s tagline is “elevate your lifestyle.” Luxury-class flourishes include limited-access gates, bay windows, high ceilings, crown moldings, ceiling fans, fireplaces, two fancy pools, garages and even a concierge. Prices start at $692 and go up to $1,600 monthly. Perfectly placed between Brookside and Riverside sits Wellsford Oaks. Residents can sit on their balconies and take in one of Tulsa’s most scenic stretches of landscape including Riverside trails. Highlights include free movie rentals, a business center and proximity to River Spirit Casino and, just across the river, RiverWalk Crossing in Jenks. One former resident mentioned that there are free recently released movies on DVD to borrow. Monthly rent prices range from $554 to $909. Riverside Park Apartments are literally steps away from the Arkansas River and, in the right season, catch cooling breezes off the water. Located in the Jenks School District, the property has a park-like appearance and melds into South River Parks Trail. Each apartment has its own patio or balcony and prices are midrange from $625 for a one-bath/

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one bedroom to $835 for two of each. Extra touches include outside storage and wood-burning fireplaces, and an alarm system upgrade is available. Among Sand Dollar on the River’s standout features is a view of the River Parks from a patio or balcony. Many planned activities are offered for residents. Perhaps one of the most popular apartments in Tulsa – judging by online ratings and industry awards - Westport on the River sits directly on the west bank of the river and looks out on the downtown Tulsa skyline. With the help of a very busy staff and Facebook updates, management stays involved with its community of residents. Recent

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highlights include more than 100 participants in a Slip-and-Slide day – another popular event was a photo scavenger hunt, says Westport Marketing Director Catlen Sanders. “Our chili cook-off, carnival day and Christmas parties are all well attended – and everyone loves the Polar Plunge, even if they only watch,” he said. He keeps a busy Facebook for residents to find local food and entertainment specials. Other perks include the largest onsite fitness and business centers in Tulsa, a free monthly session with a personal trainer, a disc golf course and three pools with panoramic river views. Prices range from $478 for a studio to $1,095 for bungalow-style. ~

Living options in the River Corridor Cascades at Southern Hills, 1818 E. 71st St. 877-731-1944. The Chalet Apartments, 3903 Riverside Drive; 918-747-6816. CrownWoods Apartments, 9201 South Riverside Drive; 918-347-7457 Gable Hills Apartments, 7702 West Parkway Boulevard; 918-245-8505

Legacy at Riverview Apartments, 3200 Riverside Drive, 918-743-4051 Mansions At Riverside Apartments, 2805 E. 97th Court South; 918-296-0062 Marella Apartments, 3853 Riverside Drive; 918-744-7463 Nickel Creek, 7805 S. Union Ave.; 918-925-9626

Riverchase Apartment Homes, 7901 Riverside Drive; 877-674-7719 Riverside Park Apartments, 7700 Riverside Parkway; 877-827-0408. Sand Dollar Apartments, 910 E. 61st St., 918-615-9773 Sundance Apartments, 131 E. 31st St.; 918-749-5794

Tuscany Hills Estates, 1551 West 78th Street South, 918-347-5995 The University Club, 1722 South Carson; 918-347-7459. Wellsford Oaks, 1010 E. 66th Place South, 918-492-9282 Westport On The River, 1703 South Jackson Ave.; 918-599-7180

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Tulsa Hills

Flying High by Tracy LeGrand

ince its 2008 debut, Tulsa Hills Shopping Center has become a regional destination. The original $60 million footprint of the center has since grown to include Sam’s Club, and, most recently, Hideaway Pizza, Jiffy Lube, Carpet One and Freebirds World Burrito. The allure of restaurants and shopping has attracted an influx of new luxury apartments and senior living options around the 81st to 71st streets area along Highway 75. And last year’s first annual Christmas Parade in Tulsa Hills was so well attended that this year’s date was recently set for Dec. 8. Legend Senior Living of Wichita, Kan., will break ground before the end of the year, says LSL Senior Vice President Marla Lopman. This will be LSL’s second Tulsa facility and is planned for northwest of the Tulsa Hills Shopping Center at 704 W. 71st St.The facility will have 68 assisted living apartments and 18 Reflections Memory Care units. To learn more, call 316-616-6288 and ask for Marla.

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Already in place – and still building - Hyde Park is a gated community of 166 home sties for those age 55 and over. It’s located just south of the shopping center. Developed by Charlie Wollmershauser’s TJ Enterprises and Guy Lewis Investments, the customized homes vary in size and prices range from $209,000 to beyond $295,000. Hyde Park offers a maintenance-free lifestyle and amenities include a walking trail, two ponds, a large community flower and vegetable garden, tennis courts, 9-hole putting green, pool, lounge and coffee bar, 2-acre fishing pond, club house with dance and exercise studios and much more.

Other nearby housing options includes luxury category apartments located just west of Highway 75 and across the highway from the shopping center. See related article on page 12 for more details. Tulsa Hills Shopping Center has almost zero vacancy but there will always be work to do, even for such a successful project, says Mendy Parish of CB Richard Ellis of Oklahoma. She describes the center “one of the shiny jewels in this market.” The Tulsa Hills Christmas Parade kicks off at 6 p.m., Dec. 8 at the Tulsa Hills Shopping Center at Highway 75 and W. 71st Street. ~

Residents have input in Small Area Plan in Tulsa Hills area arlier this year, the Planning and Economic Development Department started the planning process for three small-area plans including a portion of the 36th Street North corridor, the Utica Avenue-Midtown corridor and southwest Tulsa, in the vicinity of West Highlands/Tulsa Hills. Small-area planning is intended to provide tailored solutions for neighborhoods and is developed primarily through the input of property owners and area stakeholders. Small-area planning is also recommended as a key strategy of the city’s comprehensive plan. The comprehensive plan, developed through the PLANiTULSA process, was adopted and approved in July, 2010. With small-area planning playing such an important role in Tulsa, the City Council appropriated $300,000 for three smallarea plans. The City of Tulsa’s Planning Division staff is continuously meeting with stakeholders in all three areas to hear public concerns and prepare drafted reports on each area’s physical, social, demographic, historical data and other characteristics. The West Highlands/Tulsa area was chosen for a plan by the Mayor’s Office and City Council in order to help address the development pressures from the new Tulsa Hills shopping center. The plan aims to build consensus between existing residents – who hope to maintain the area’s rural character – and the development community. Once adopted, the plan should add predictability to the development process in the area. The small-area plans are to be adopted as amendments to the comprehensive plan and implemented through zoning, publicprivate partnerships and public investments that allow for desired development patterns identified in the plans. A Citizen Advisory Team has also participated in the planning process in each area. Citizen input is vitally important as it will help shape recommendations within each small-area plan, which will be presented for adoption by the Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission in early 2013. Additional information about small-area planning and exact boundaries of each of the three small plan areas can be viewed online at: http://www.planitulsa.org/smallareaplans. ~

by Mayor Dewey Bartlett, Jr.

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tulsa area running/CYCing events Running 11.03.12 Tulsa's Mock Marathon & Half Marathon, Tulsa Running 11.03.12 Dad's Run. Cleveland, OK Running 11.03.12 Jenks Half Marathon, Jenks Running 11.03.12 Costume Classic, Sand Springs Running 11.03.12 JDRF Golden Sneaker 5K, Tulsa Running 11.03.12 Moustache Dash, Tulsa Running 11.04.12 Turkey & Taturs 50K/25K/10K, Trail Race, Tulsa Mountain Biking 11.04.12 McMurtry Madness, Stillwater Running 11.10.12 McNellie's Pub Run, Tulsa Run/Walk 11.10.12 Christmas in the Country Warrior Run, Adair Running 11.10.12 Pryor Tiger 5K, Pryor Running 11.17.12 Little Warm-Up Marathon Jenks/Tulsa Running 11.18.12 Williams Route 66 Marathon, Tulsa Run/Walk 11.22.12 Owasso Family YMCA 2012 Holiday Hog Jog, Owasso Running 11.22.12 Tulsa Running Club Von Frankin Family Food Run, Tulsa Running 11.23.12 Fleet Feet Turkey Trot, Tulsa Run/Walk 12.01.12 Jingle Bell Rock 5k and Fun Run, Bartlesville Running 12.01.12 All for One...Morgan's Run, Coweta Running 12.01.12 Tiger Basketball 5K and Fun Run, Tahlequah Run/Walk 12.01.12 Mistletoe Run, Tulsa

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ecover from your Thanksgiving meal with a 5K run or walk or one-mile fun run and walk on Friday, Nov. 25 at 8:30 a.m. in the annual Turkey Trot. Online registration is closed, but runners can still register at either Fleet Feet Sports location through Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. (stores are closed on Thanksgiving Day). Race-day registration is also available beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Friday at the Winterfest tent. Payment on race day is cash or check only — no credit or debit cards. Packets can be picked up at the store selected during registration beginning Tuesday at 10 a.m. through 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Race-day packet pickup is also available at the Winterfest tent beginning at 7:30 a.m.All participants will receive a long-sleeved cotton T-shirt. Turkey Trot is the kickoff to the monthlong Arvest Winterfest celebration that happens in downtown Tulsa in front of the BOK Center. Winterfest features the largest Christmas tree in Oklahoma,

an outdoor ice skating rink, horse and carriage rides and various entertainment acts throughout the festival. Turkey Trot will start and finish at Winterfest so festivities can continue after the race.The 5K starts at 8:30 a.m. and one-mile fun run starts at 9:30 a.m. The event is presented by Embassy Suites of Tulsa, and will benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless. After last year’s event, the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless received a generous Christmas gift when Embassy Suites and Fleet Feet Sports handed over a $19,000 check to the Day Center from funds raised at the Turkey Trot race. “Going into this, we knew it would be big, but we didn’t know for sure, and this is a wonderful, generous amount of money that will go far in helping us provide services here,” said Sandra Lewis with the Tulsa Day Center for Homeless. The Tulsa Day Center helps more than 500 people each day, offering a variety of services, from lunch and clothing to help finding jobs. ~

Holiday magic coming to downtown

he time has come to bundle up and enjoy the magical spirit of the holidays at the Fifth Annual Arvest Winterfest presented with Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation. Winterfest will be returning to the streets of Downtown Tulsa for an extended time starting Nov. 23, 2012 through Jan. 6, 2013. Be prepared for some special elements as Winterfest celebrates its fifth year. Since the event’s inaugural appearance in 2008, Winterfest has become Tulsa’s premier holiday event. In four short years, attendance for this event has soared from 35,000 visitors in 2008 to more than 130,000 in 2011. The seasonal celebration is open to the public for 45 days this year, giving everyone a chance to enjoy skating beneath Tulsa’s skyline while watching free entertainment from the outdoor stage and taking in what has become one of the city’s favorite holiday traditions.

Winterfest Holiday Market will be held on Dec. 8. Interested vendors can call 918-894-4268 for more information.

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Group Rates: Discounted group rates are available for ice skating by prepurchase only. Prices are: $7 each (groups of 10-30), $6 each (groups of 31-50), and $5 each (groups of 51+).

Please call 918-894-4268 to pay by Visa or Mastercard ready. E-mail bsmith@smgtulsa.com or call 918-894-4268 with any questions. ~

the BOK Center is rockin’ Tulsa’s BOK Center was recently ranked 13th in the United States and 36th in the world in Pollstar Magazine’s Top 200 Arena Venues. With 220,875 tickets sold, the BOK Center finished higher than similar venues in Dallas, Houston and Little Rock. Upcoming events through the end of 2012 include: Red

Hot Chili Peppers, Journey, Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns, Bob Dylan, Carrie Underwood, Winterfest, TransSiberian Orchestra, Eric Church, Cirque du Soleil and Batman Live. To see a full event listing or to purchase tickets visit www. bokcenter.com.

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Giving and getting

by Tracy LeGrand

onThanksgiving – and every day

hether you need help – or want to give it – Thanksgiving is a time of many opportunities for both. Many area nonprofit leaders say that while there seems to be a lot of people willing to volunteer on holidays, there is a real need every single day of the year. Volunteering during the holidays is a great way to kick off a lifestyle that includes making a difference for others a part of every day life. “Every single year,

Meals served like these would not be possible without donations of time and money. The Salvation Army is recruiting volunteers for the holiday season, says Jenny Mcelyea, volunteer coordinator. She invites those interested to call her at 918-587-7801. There is a Thanksgiving Day meal offered to the public from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., said Arletta Robinson, executive director for the Salvation Army Center of Hope at 102 N. Denver Ave.

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at 2401 Charles Page Blvd. offers a free meal to the general public and to our residents here at the Emergency Shelter,” said Angela Patton, shelter supervisor. “It is a feast and we serve about 70 of our residents here and typically get about 80 people from the general public. It is a feast! To give you an idea, last year’s menu was turkey, ham, dressing/stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cold slaw, sweet potato and green bean casseroles, corn, fruit salad, cranberry sauce, deviled eggs, chocolate and pumpkin pie and cake and brownies.”

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Church near 11th Street and Peoria Avenue has been serving Friday Manna Meals for those in need for the past 15 years, says Judy Murphy, church secretary and volunteer cook. They will, as usual, begin serving their Friday meal on the Friday after

Thanksgiving. “Every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., we serve food,” says Murphy.“We haven’t missed a Friday since we started and if it falls on a holiday, that is great because then we have more volunteers.We can always use volunteers. Just show up around 11 a.m. and we’ll put you to work serving people. This is a

sit-down meal; you don’t go through a line. We serve about 200 people every Friday.” Manna Meals is not a budget item for the church and is funded by fundraisers throughout the year and community donations. Gloves, coats, shoes – and especially socks are collected all year round. “We hand out a ton of socks – that is an item the homeless just always need and it is hard for them to keep up with that,” Murphy said. The church address is 1442 S. Quaker Ave. and the phone number is 918-585-9596. St. Catherine Catholic Church offers Thanksgiving Dinner baskets with everything a family needs to fix their own Thanksgiving meal. To volunteer, donate or see about receiving a basket, call the church at 918-446-8124. St. Catherine Parish is located at 4532 S. 25th W. Ave. Every day of the year, the Iron Gate “is feeding the soul of Tulsa,” says Connie Cronley, program executive director. “Since Iron Gate is privately funded and non-denominational, we can operate with a friendly, flexibility that is particularly appealing to the people who eat with us. We require no ID. We give no sermons. We require no program attendance. By walking through our gates, people tell us they are hungry and we feed all who come to us. We have a single mission – we feed people.” Every day, the Iron Gate soup kitchen provides more than 600 meals from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and on holidays and Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. The food pantry distributes about 180 grocery sacks on Fridays and Saturday mornings. Thanks to more than 7,000 volunteer hours from more than 600 volunteers, Iron Gate is also able to provide social service agency referrals, hygiene kits, cold weather gear including blankets and free community voice mail and telephone use. The need, however, continues to grow along with the number of the working poor, says Cronley. To donate or learn more, call Cronley at 918-359-9017. Volunteers can reach Volunteer Coordinator Deacon Deborah Underwood at 918-359-9044 or come to 501 S. Cincinnati Ave. in downtown Tulsa. Between Thanksgiving and New Years, the John 3:16 Mission will serve more than 37,000 meals and distribute about 5,000 Thanksgiving boxes to needy families, says Rev. Steve Whitaker, senior pastor.Whitaker grew up volunteering in the mission as he is from a long line of Baptist preachers. These days his son, Rev. Steven Whitaker, is also carrying on the family tradition. There are many opportunities for volunteering and, after an application and “get-to-know-you” process, volunteers find their niche, he says. Call Kara Moseby at 918-574-8620. One great way to volunteer is to hold a food drive. As Whitaker says, “The backbone of our feeding program is the food drives that people do for us. And there are many other

ways to volunteer both on the holidays and beyond.There are many ways to get involved.” Donations are accepted at the 506 N. Cheyenne Ave., and the Family & Youth Center at 2027 N. Cincinnati Ave. Leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday, the mission will distribute free baskets of food while supplies last at 2027 N. Cincinnati Ave. Photo ID and proof of residency are required and limited to one basket per family. Distribution times are 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. A distribution for the working poor is 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday with a pay stub required. Many area restaurants offer a free meal to those in need on Thanksgiving Day. Batman’s Good Food at 1444 N. Mingo Road, usually does but nearby construction may not make it possible this year, an employee said. Corner Cafe, 1103 S. Peoria Ave., will offer a meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Route 66, Tally's Good Food Cafe, 1102 S.Yale Ave. will again offer free meals from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ~ Editor’s Note: The December issue of River’s Edge will continue to explore Tulsa’s nonprofit community and the many ways it is possible to give back both over the holidays and all year long.

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November events Nov. 01 Joe Bonamassa. 8 pm. Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady, details at www.bradytheater. com. Nov. 01 Come Away to the Skies: A High, Lonesome Bluegrass Mass. 6:45 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main, www. cainsballroom.com. Nov. 01 Dia De Los Muertos Arts Festival. 5 to 10:30 pm. Living ArtSpace, Brady & Detroit, details at www.livingarts.org. Nov. 01-03 Hamlet. Times vary. Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 01-04 Holiday Market. Times vary. Exchange Center, Expo Square, details at www. jltulsa.org. Nov. 01-27 The Art of Steve Tomlin (exhibit). 10 am to 5:30 pm. Tulsa PAC, 111 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 02 Bob Dylan + Mark Knopfler. 7:30 pm. BOK Center, 200 S. Denver, details at www. bokcenter.com. Nov. 02 First Friday Art Crawl. 6 pm. The Brady District, Downtown Tulsa, details at www. thebradyartsdistrict.com. Nov. 02-03 Garden Deva’s 13th Annual Open Studio Art Festival. 10 am to 8 pm. Garden Deva Sculpture Co., 317 S. Trenton Ave., details at www.gardendeva.com. Nov. 02-03 Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps.” Times vary. Tulsa PAC, 112 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 02-04, 06, 09, 10 Chasing Manet. Times vary. Henthorne PAC, 4825 S. Quaker Ave., details at www.cityoftulsa.org/henthornepac.

Nov. 03 Tulsa Oilers vs. Allen Americans. 7:35 pm. BOK Center, 201 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com. Nov. 03 Tulsa Symphony: Green. 7:30 pm. Tulsa PAC, 113 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac. com. Nov. 04 Turkey & Taturs (Trail Race). Times vary. Turkey Mountain, 68th and S. Elwood, details at www.tatur.org.

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Nov. 07 Tulsa Oilers vs. Rapid City Rush. 7:05 pm. BOK Center, 202 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com. Nov. 07 Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. 7 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 424 N. Main, www. cainsballroom.com. Nov. 07 Brown Bag It: Rick Fortner and Friends. 12:10 pm. Tulsa PAC, 114 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com.

Nov. 08-11 Annual Gourmet Lebanese Dinner and Bake Sale. St. Antony Orthodox Christian Church, 2645 E. 6th St., Tulsa, OK 74104, www.Hafli.org.

Nov. 08 Jerrod Niemann + Tyler Farr Sean Patrick McGraw. 7 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 425 N. Main, www.cainsballroom.com. Nov. 08-11 November by David Mamet. Times vary. Tulsa PAC, 115 E. 2nd, details at www. tulsapac.com. Nov. 09 Celtic Thunder. 8 pm. Brady Theater, 106 W. Brady, details at www.bradytheater. com. Nov. 09 Toadies Helmet + UME. 7 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 426 N. Main, www. cainsballroom.com. Nov. 09 Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. 7 pm. River Spirit Event Center, 8330 Riverside Parkway, details at www.riverspirittulsa. com/entertainment. Nov. 10-11 Wanenmacher’s Tulsa Arms Show. Times vary. QuikTrip Center, Expo Square, details at www.tulsarmsshow.com. Nov. 11 Tulsa Oilers vs. Missouri Mavericks. 4:05 pm. BOK Center, 203 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com. Nov. 13 The Maine Mayday Parade + The Postelles. 6 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 427 N. Main, www.cainsballroom.com. Nov. 13-18 Mary Poppins. Times vary. Tulsa PAC, 116 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com.

Nov. 14 Brown Bag It: Meray Boustani w/ Trio Aleszky. 12:10 pm. Tulsa PAC, 117 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 16 Tulsa Oilers vs. Bloomington Blaze. 7:35 pm. BOK Center, 204 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com. Nov. 16 Josh Abbott Band + Brian Burke Band. 7 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 428 N. Main, www. cainsballroom.com. Nov. 16 Uriah Heep and Head East. 7 pm. River Spirit Event Center, 8331 Riverside Parkway, details at www.riverspirittulsa. com/entertainment. Nov. 16 Andrew Weil, M.D. 10:30 am. Tulsa PAC, 118 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 16-18 An Affair of the Heart. Times vary. QuikTrip Center, Expo Square, details at www. exposquare.com. Nov. 17-18 Route 66 Marathon Weekend (Health Expo & Races). Times vary. Tulsa Convention Center/Downtown Area, details at www.route66marathon.com. Nov. 18 Zodiac Trio. 3 pm. Tulsa PAC, 119 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 18 Women of Fire. 2:30 & 7:30. Tulsa PAC, 120 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 18-19 Eddie Vedder w/ Glen Hansard. 8 pm. Brady Theater, 107 W. Brady, details at www.bradytheater.com. Nov. 20 Tulsa Oilers vs. Texas Brahmas. 7:05 pm. BOK Center, 205 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com.

Nov. 21 Carrie Underwood. 7:30 pm. BOK Center, 206 S. Denver, details at www. bokcenter.com. Nov. 23 Tulsa Oilers vs. Bloomington Blaze. 7:35 pm. BOK Center, 207 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com.

Nov. 22 Lights On! at Utica Square is more than a 40-year tradition for some Tulsa families. On Thanksgiving Day at 6:30 pm is when more than 700,000 lights on 175 trees will light the sky. Caroling and hot chocolate – and of course Santa Claus – will all add to festivities. Utica Square is located at on 21st Street and Utica Avenue. Learn more at www.uticasquare.com Nov. 23 Jason Boland & the Stragglers. 7 pm. Cain’s Ballroom, 429 N. Main, www. cainsballroom.com.

Nov. 23-Jan. 6 Winterfest. BOK Center, 201 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com or call (918) 894-4268. Nov. 23 Tulsa 66er’s vs. Texas Legends. 7 pm. SpiritBank Event Center, 105th & Memorial, details at www.nba.com/ dleague/tulsa. Nov. 25 Tulsa 66er’s vs. Texas Legends. 4 pm. SpiritBank Event Center, 106th & Memorial, details at www.nba.com/ dleague/tulsa. Nov. 28-Dec. 1 A Christmas Story. Times vary. Tulsa PAC, 121 E. 2nd, details at www.tulsapac.com. Nov. 29 Tulsa Ballet: Winter Celebration. 7 pm. Tulsa Ballet Studio K, 1212 E. 45th Pl. S., details at www.tulsaballet.org. Nov. 30 Tulsa Oilers vs. Allen Americans. 7:35 pm. BOK Center, 208 S. Denver, details at www.bokcenter.com. Nov. 30 Tulsa 66er’s vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers. 7 pm. SpiritBank Event Center, 107th & Memorial, details at www.nba. com/dleague/tulsa.

Art that Warms the Heart by Dr. Matt Crain

hen Liz Ingersoll came to the Typro’s Red Fork Revival in April, I had no idea she had been so busy, with her company Mia Bella Art capturing the best of our Route 66 heritage in photographs now displayed at our own Tulsa International Airport. Her collage on Route 66 signage is only one of the original art items available at this year’s Affair of the Heart event at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. At the event she will be offering some of her unframed works of art for as little as $10. Arts and hand-made crafts converge upon the Tulsa Expo Center for this year’s An Affair of the Heart scheduled for Nov. 16-18 at the Expo Square QuikTrip Center. Hours are Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on

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Sunday. Cost is $7 per person and is good for all three days. Since it premiered in 1985, the event has become the largest arts, crafts and antiques show in the state. National crafters, artisans and boutique owners prepare for months to present their wares with the goal of creating a fun shopping experience. Hundreds of vendors will feature everything from jewelry, crafts, home décor, clothing, accessories and unique, one-ofa-kind items. Thousands of shoppers will enjoy one or more days perusing these items and sharing a meal there or in the neighborhood.Vendors are varied but one thing is certain – there are many opportunities to find holiday gifts and one-of-akind shopping. A sampling of the oftenhandmade items feature includes jewelry,

furniture and gourmet cooking. Other treasures to peruse include art, beads, books, candles, ceramics, clothing and accessories including handbags, collegiate items, crafts of all sorts, décor items, dolls, games, garden items, house and kitchen wares, leather goods, media, monogramming, music, ornaments, pet supplies, photography, quilts, toys and even more. Over 25,000 shopped here in July and many will likely return this month to meet familiar faces and discover new talent. It makes me wonder if any of the eight women who founded this event almost 30 years ago knew the impact such a simple idea could have on the local economy. But then, anything that warms the hearts of so many women is bound to succeed. ~

The Red Fork Art Gallery & Studio Where artists come to play – to paint – to grow. • A variety of art classes are offered for ages 8 to adult. • W e accept commissions – just tell us what you want and we’ll paint it.

• W e have a large variety of art —including oils, acrylics, pastels, porcelain, watercolor, and jewelry — affordably priced.

The Red Fork Art Gallery and Studio is located in the heart of historic Red Fork.

4071 Southwest Boulevard Call 918.639.4811 for more information

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“Doing Business in Historic Places” For more than 60 years, Southwest Tulsans have met to plan innovative solutions to the challenges facing its residents. From preventing school closings to launching major revitalization efforts, Chamber meetings have called all parties to the table to prioritize and carry out the work. Recent efforts to facilitate a growing Tulsa Hills Merchant's Association and champion exciting river development dreams through River's Edge Magazine, the Southwest Tulsa Chamber remains committed to assembling the necessary attention and resources to building business and community throughout the Southwest Tulsa river corridor. Arts and Recreation Redberry Farm Red Fork Art Gallery and Studio Silverwolf Productions

Southwest Tulsa Phone Directory The MidAgency UPS Store, Tulsa Hills We B Trees

Automotive Bob Hurley Ford Route 66 Auto Orphanage West Tulsa Paint and Body

Churches Carbondale Assembly of God Carbondale Church of Christ Life Park Christian Fellowship Red Fork Baptist Church Trinity Baptist Church West Tulsa United Methodist Church

Banking/Finance American Heritage Bank Edward Jones Investments Oklahoma Central Credit Union ONB Bank - Community Peoples Bank Quick Cash of America Employees Federal. Credir Union Western Sun Federal Credit Union Business Services Aaron Fence Co. American Waste Control B Haulin’ Baker Heat and Air Berry Mechanical and Antiques Contract Clerical Culligan Merchant Services of Oklahoma, Inc. Packard and Associates Promoman ProType Graphics and PrePress Red Fork Signs Sam’s Club, Tulsa Hills

Education Riverfield Country Day School St. Catherine School OSU Center for Health Sciences Tulsa Technology Center Event Venues The Silo Center, Redberry Farm White House Mansion Graphic Art / Marketing PROType Graphics Happy Day Marketing Individuals Jean Breed Anna Brown Val Childers Councilor Jeannie Cue Brandi Forester-Slaton Cassandra Funderburk Gene Griffith John Mark Griffith

Roy and Sherry Heim Walter F. Kempe, D.O. Josh Lamberton Honorable Glen Mulready Mohammad H Nikjou David Nunn Richard and Judy Ryan Bob White Leonard Wood Health/Beauty BJ’s Hair Fashion Hollie’s $5 Haircuts Jone Friesen and Associates Industry Advanced Steel and Crane Allan Edwards Flintco, Inc. Holly Refining and Marketing Maccor, Inc. Rinker Materials Roto Hammer Industries, Inc. Lodging Cedar Rock Inn Bed and Breakfast Hampton Inn at Tulsa Hills Professional Connecting Fathers & Families Dutton Travel Gary Patton Photography H & H Exams, LLC Heath-Griffith Funeral Home Judge Carl Funderburk

Keith D. Robertson, Architect Mark Griffith Memorial Funeral Homes Tulsa Dental Center Public Services Chandler Park Daniel Webster Alumni Association Greater Cornerstone Community Center Goodwill Industries Inhofe Tag Agency Oklahoma Natural Gas Townwest Sertoma Club SW Tulsa Historical Society Western Neighbors, Inc. Westside YMCA Tulsa County Commissioner Karen Keith Tulsa County Parks Zarrow Regional Library Property/Insurance Aaron Fence Co. David Million - Independent Aflac Agent Dena Nicholas Farmers Ins. Agency Elizabeth Apple - Independent Aflac Agent Keller Williams Realty - Linda Fitzgerald LandPlan Consultants, Inc. Money Insurance - Karen Bull

Sawyer-Phillips and Assoc. Sell Buy Design Southwest Properties Vickie Hadley Tulsa Realty - Brenda Barré We B Trees WKM, Inc. (Crystal City) Services Red Fork Cleaners Southwest Tulsa Trophy Sue’s Westside Flower Garden Shopping/Dining Arnold’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers Billy Rays Bar-B-Q Bishop’s Jewelry Carl’s Coney Island Charlie’s Chicken Chick-fil-A of Tulsa Hills Dick’s Sporting Goods Divine Home Supply Linda-Mar Hamburgers Ollie’s Station Restaurant Rib Crib on Skelly Drive S & S Grocery Sam’s Club of Tulsa Hills Sooner Supplies Tropical Smoothie Café, Tulsa Hills U.S. Cellular of Tulsa Hills Union Street Café Warehouse Market

To find out more about the Southwest Tulsa Chamber of Commerce

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