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Thunder BOOM!

For a city gaining attention on the national stage and beyond, it’s hard to ask for better avatars than some of their sport’s foremost competitors. With a fresh run at the NBA Championship about to tip off, we take a look at the Thunder’s arrival in, and continuing impact on, central Oklahoma.

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Off to the Races

Summer is on its way out, meaning that time is of the essence in acquiring a few select pieces to fill your sartorial arsenal with knockout ensembles for cooler weather. From boots to blazers, we’ve pulled together some equestrian-influenced suggestions for you to peruse. Tally ho!

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COZY UP TO FALL FASHIONS WE ARE THUNDER

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Saddle up: Worth New York plaid wool coat with leather trim from R Meyers in Nichols Hills.

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In her ongoing travels through the state, author and photographer M.J. Alexander finds a distinct visual indicator of cultures colliding at a youth rodeo.

14 From the Editor UP FRONT 18 Chatter Fresh music, new addresses for familiar organizations and other local topics of conversation.

22 Details A suite of decorative options to spread natural organic shades through the house.

24 Retro-Spective Remembering the way we were with a look back at the back-to-school haven of Oklahoma retail empire Anthony’s.

26 By the Numbers Fast facts and statistics on the topic of the advent of the college football season.

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28 Exchange A conversational give and take about the joys of German food, the anonymity of having one of those faces and the necessity of helping others with United Way CEO Debby Hampton.

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30 Mingling Making an appearance on central Oklahoma’s social scene.

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41 Closet Makeover A thorough reorganization can do wonders for efficiency.

FARE 72 Three Ways to Cheer Caryn Ross shares the recipe to a secret weapon for tastier game days.

74 The Rebirth of the Cool Diners have a fresh chance to sample a metro favorite as Tommy’s returns with its tasty take on Italian staples intact.

76 Eat & Drink Take a gastronomic tour with Slice’s citywide dining guide.

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PURSUITS 86 Top 10 Prime picks for a variety of September entertainment.

88 Touring in Time Decades of life have only given them a richer aura of belonging in their aptly named neighborhood – take the Heritage Hills Home & Garden Tour to walk through history.

92 Note-Perfect The next several months are likely to be a little more allegro for music lovers, given the elite guests and local talents combining for the OKC Philharmonic’s concert slate.

94 Welcome to Edmond International Cultural highlights from the wide world over are coming to town as Armstrong Auditorium begins a new performance season.

96 Rigid Borders, Unbounded Beauty The rewards for participation are as vast as the creations are small in the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition’s zesty 12 x 12 art event.

98 Red, Hot and Lou It’s not the Kentucky capital, but with historic splendor, nifty attractions and dynamite cuisine, Louisville is definitely a capital city. However you pronounce it.

104 See & Do The sights, sounds and various happenings that are enlivening the metro this month.

110 Last Laugh 112 Last Look

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PUBLISHER Elizabeth Meares elizabeth.meares@sliceok.com EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Mia Blake mia.blake@sliceok.com EDITORIAL Associate Editor Steve Gill steve.gill@sliceok.com Contributing Stylists Timothy Fields, Fashion timothy.fields@sliceok.com Sara Gae Waters, Home saragae.waters@sliceok.com Contributing Writers M.J. Alexander, Sean Becker, Mark Beutler, Lauren Hammack, Jill Hardy, Caryn Ross, Elaine Warner ART Art Director Scotty O’Daniel scotty.odaniel@sliceok.com Graphic Designer Brian O’Daniel brian.odaniel@sliceok.com Production Assistant Tiffany McKnight Contributing Photographers M.J. Alexander, Justin Avera, David Cobb, Simon Hurst, Claude Long, Michael Miller, Quit Nguyen, Elaine Warner, Carli Wentworth ADVERTISING Executive Director of Advertising Cynthia Whitaker-hill cynthia.whitakerhill@sliceok.com Account Executives Jamie Hamilton jamie.hamilton@sliceok.com Coleen VanSchoyck coleen.vanschoyck@sliceok.com Account Manager Ronnie Morey ronnie.morey@sliceok.com ADMINISTRATION Distribution Raymond Brewer

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HAUTE TO TROT

As much as we always love checking out new looks and photographing fashion, we’re pretty sure this shoot and its styles belong in our all-time winner’s circle. You can get in on some of the fun we had among the horsey set at Remington Park through Tiffany McKnight’s behind-thescenes video; visit sliceok.com/style/ and enjoy.

You can also follow our style board – which is rich with luxurious looks like the ones in this issue – at pinterest.com/sliceok/style/.

Final Friday $500

If you’re inspired by this season’s parade of equestrian-influenced looks, we’d like to help you add a little horsepower to your fall wardrobe at one of the metro’s elite fashion sources.

We’re giving away two $500 gift certificates; one for Balliets in Classen Curve, and one for R Meyers in Nichols Hills Plaza.

Visit sliceok.com/style/ to enter, and circle September 26 on your calendar – that’s when we’ll draw the two winners at random. Good luck!

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t happens every year this time, and I’m woman enough to admit I am in full-blown denial. We cannot be on the cusp of a new season already. Especially that one that comes after my favorite, when flip-flops and shorts are a semi-acceptable uniform, frizzy hair is given grace due to the relentless high humidity and water-cooler discussion turns us all into budding meteorologists with opinions on the heat index. You know, the season when the T.V. weather people hype the so-called cool fronts where we kiss the mid- to low90s for the day and we all go along and rejoice in the respite!

Luckily for my chill-averse marrow, Oklahoma likes to ease into fall, with several “in-between” months where you could close your eyes and imagine you just might be experiencing an unseasonable summer day and not the inexorable slide into the shortest days of the year. The quality of our gorgeous fall light will give it away, though – there’s nothing like the warm-toned low beams Mother Nature puts on when the leaves begin to change. I’ve found that focusing on the positive aspects of the season are what really gets me through, and as much as I like to moan and groan, fall has a lot going for it.

First, you should know that around our office, we don’t usually refer to it by its proper name but instead as “boot season.” Ahh, that feels a little bit better. Just picturing riding boots, Wellies and slouchy ankle booties is taking me to a more serene place already. There’s also the anticipation of holiday gatherings with friends and family, college football season and our very own NBA team holding court. Better, much better. And leftover Halloween candy that we can’t possibly let go to waste? Hip, hip, hooray (that may be a blood sugar spike talking, but I’ll take it)!

With those happy thoughts in mind, this issue hits the high points in two arenas of season-appropriate excitement … on page 58, Timothy Fields orchestrates our annual fall fashion preview on the grounds of Remington Park. Inspired by the race day looks seen on runways, we get up close and personal with the equine stars of the track. We even put together a short behind-the-scenes video of our shoot. Take a look at sliceok.com/style/ so you can feel like you were there with us, without the hassle of waking up extra early or packing your most manure-resistant footwear.

Sean Becker also takes a turn getting us prepped for the coming months, with “Thunder Boom.” Is there anyone who doesn’t love the Thunder? (Most Seattleites excepted, of course). In addition to the much-deserved fan adoration, the team has been an incredible boon for the economy in the metro, and we look into some of the facts of the matter on page 50. Not shabby at all for a fairly young team in a city that is just starting out with a top-tier sports endeavor. I confess I have brought my e-reader to a game (nerd alert, I know) but it was only when our tickets were in the highest altitudes and I might have been watching the game from my couch for all the good my feeble, myopic orbs did me. Good tickets make all the difference, and during a later game when I was close enough to see the players’ sweat flying through the air, I was on my feet, jumping and screaming with the rest of the crowd for most of the electric second half, high-fiving total strangers and trying not to spill my beer. Now that’s a great time!

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UP FRONT RIDIN’, ROPIN’ AND … TEXTIN’

Past traditions and present-day accessories sometimes make strange visual bedfellows here in the Information Age. See page 36.

BY CHATTER Topics of conversation from around the metro 18 DETAILS Giving home décor a more organic feel with shades of nature 22 RETRO-SPECTIVE A quick look back at a piece of local history 24 THE NUMBERS Checking our figures on the advent of college football season 26 EXCHANGE The United Way’s Debby Hampton volunteers some tidbits about herself 28

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MINGLING Glimpses of central Oklahoma’s social scene 30 CLOSET MAKEOVER Tips for getting your storage into shape 41 SEPTEMBER 2014 // SLICE 17

UP FRONT | Chatter

In With the New Getting in Tune

LOCAL ROCKERS SADDLE UP FOR A SOPHOMORE ALBUM

Since hearing garage-punk enthusiasts BRONCHO’s fiery, feisty debut “Can’t Get Past the Lips,” we’ve been excited for them to get back on the recording horse. As of this month, that wait will be over thanks to the September 16 release of “Just Enough Hip to Be Woman.”

Their second spin in the studio finds BRONCHO (it’s pronounced with the ch; rhymes with “John Cho”) exploring a slightly mellower, more new wave style – at least judging by the Strokesian single “Class Historian.” The album is still a blazing burst of music – 11 tracks, a shade over 30 minutes – but should prove a little more stylistically diverse and deeper while keeping up that joyous pace.

“Playing live is the entire reason you start a band,” says frontman Ryan Lindsey. “We always want to change things and keeps things new – and I’m really proud of how this record came out and the ways we were able to push things forward – but playing live is always the test. We want people to hear us. We want everyone to have a good time.” BRONCHO is on tour to celebrate the release at the moment, so until their schedule brings them back on home, we’ll have to make do and have a good time with our own blaring sound systems. Turn it up!

Viktorija Bulava, “Wink”

Addresses may change, but home is where the art is. When the award-winning Paseo Originals Art Gallery closed its doors in June, that wasn’t the end of its story – a new chapter begins this month with the grand opening of Kasum Contemporary Fine Art in the Plaza District. Named by director Tony Morton as a family tribute, Kasum transports Paseo Originals’ roster of artists to a new space that’s built around a new vibe. “It’s much more urban, much more industrial, much more contemporary – this is a contemporary space,” explains Morton. Your first chance to gaze on the new, or simply marvel at the ongoing revitalization of the Plaza District, is at Kasum’s grand opening September 12.

The Paseo space won’t go neglected, though: it already has a new tenant in Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park. The thespians were already working on plans to refurbish a nearby building that may (fingers crossed) become a permanent theater space, so they were thrilled to establish a neighborhood presence by moving their offices into the former gallery – which even has room for a small-scale stage of its own. Home extremely sweet home.

READY, SET, SIT

One of the keys to success is setting achievable goals, right? If a five-kilometer race feels like about five too many, here’s the solution: circle September 27 for City Care’s first-ever Zero K Run. It takes place at Crystal Lake (near I-40 and MacArthur), features food trucks and music and participation (so to speak) medals, benefits City Care’s work to house, feed and mentor the city’s less fortunate and provides, in the words of organizers, “all of the fun with none of the run.”

There’s even an optional 5K around the lake trails, but that might just be a distraction from your goal of helping others while not moving very much. Keep your eyes on the prize, and visit zerokokc.com for details.

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UP FRONT | Chatter

Calendar Watch September 1 Labor Day (no laboring) September 18 International Talk Like a Pirate Day; if you’re going to call someone a scurvy-ridden son of a bilge rat, now’s the time.

September 21 So long, summer.

September 28 Dear summer, how can we miss you if you don’t go away?

ZERO-STOP SHOPPING

New parents, busy professionals, anybody who hires somebody else to mow the lawn so you don’t have to, this could be big news: a new enterprise called Urban Essentials Co. (urbanessentialsco.com) is working on bringing on-demand grocery delivery to the OKC metro. Users shop via the service’s website or an app rather than setting foot in a store and waiting in line – for a slightly elevated item cost and flat fees for standard or expedited delivery, all the food and household staples available in a market could be brought to their homes in “just a few hours.” Now that’s luxury.

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GIVING THE SPOTLIGHT TO AN OFF-THE-FIELD SOONER LEGEND

Most OU football fans can name most or all of the big “B”s: Bob (Stoops), Barry (Switzer), Bud (Wilkinson) and Bennie (Owen). Many can probably also remember that Wilkinson coached the Sooners to an all-time record 47-game winning streak back in the ’50s. (Not a lot of Notre Dame fans in Norman.) But as a new season begins, it’s a good time to peruse the Oklahoma Heritage Association’s newest release, Edgar Frost’s “Port Robertson: Behind the Scenes of Sooner Sports,” and remember that teams are bigger than one person, and collegiate athletics is about more than victories.

Port Robertson presided as OU’s wrestling coach over three national championship teams and nine conference champions and coached an Olympic team to three gold medals; he also served under Wilkinson as coach for the football team’s incoming freshmen. According to this biography, though, his most influential position was as an academic counselor and mentor to years and years of male athletes. Sometimes called “the school’s athletic sheriff,” Robertson sat in on study halls, routinely asked students about their grades, encouraged them to go to class and labored ceaselessly to encourage kids to develop into engaged learners and dedicated citizens. It’s no accident that one of the later chapters is titled “Everyone’s Father.” He didn’t yell or curse, but he never had trouble keeping students’ attention or making himself clear. Very clear. To paraphrase Santayana slightly, those who cannot learn from history are peaheads who can run the stadium steps a few times.

GARTEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTS “Placing guns on campus, except in the hands of highly trained law enforcement officers and professionals, would be a serious mistake and would lead only to tragic results.”

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OKC remains gripped by food truck fever, but not every night can be a street festival like H&8th or Premiere on Film Row, so up until now it’s been something of a feast-or-famine phenomenon. However, there is a middle ground that offers diners a taste of vehicular variety every day, without having to rub shoulders with 29,999 other people: prepare to spend a little time parked at Bleu Garten.

The new food truck court on NW 10th and Harvey has outdoor seating and a parking and staging area for up to six trucks at a time. Proprietor Hunter Wheat says that in addition to whatever varied fare the rotating assortment of trucks bring to the table, visitors are in for “clean restrooms, alcohol [for sale from an installed bar area], shaded seating, misters, heaters, light music and theater entertainment – a combination of luxury that no food truck in Oklahoma has been able to acquire and few food truck parks in the nation provide.” It’s the next phase of the mobile food craze, and it sounds delicious – our palates are whetted.

VISIONS OF THE WEST New Work by Kenny McKenna Opening Artist’s Reception: Thursday, September 18th 5-7pm

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UP FRONT | Details

NATURAL ACCENTS

By Sara Gae Waters // Photos by Carli Wentworth

NATURAL ACCENTS FOR THE HOME HAVE BECOME QUITE SOPHISTICATED AND UNIQUE. I’m intrigued by design pieces made from wood, wicker, bamboo, rope, stone and rock, just to name a few. These are great ways to bring an organic feel to your home. It’s not only an attractive choice, but a solid one.

So embrace the natural and the brown. Before you know it, the shades of orange and green and maroon will join in.

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From Plenty in Oklahoma City: 1. Cattle horns, large and small 2. Sandblasted marble top table with railroad tie base 3. Quartz rock on wood base 4. Bamboo lantern

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From Tulips in Norman: 5. Feather with base 6. Rope bowl 7. Hanging planter From Antique Garden in Norman: 8. Smooth wood discs and fieldstone slab 9. Mulberry/rattan disc 10. Wood circle sculpture 11. Wicker jug 12. Bark pot

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o r t Respective

School Supply Must-Haves

By Mark Beutler // Photos courtesy Oklahoma Historical Society SEPTEMBER HAS TRADITIONALLY MEANT SHOPPING FOR NEW CLOTHES, football games and getting back in the swing of the school routine.

Generations of Oklahomans knew back-to-school meant heading for the local Anthony’s. It was one-stop shop for everything – shirts, jeans, shoes … Anthony’s had it all. A new pair of Jordache jeans, a coordinating Le Tigre shirt and you were all set for the first day of class.

C.R. Anthony started his company in 1922. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, at the peak of business Anthony’s had 300 stores in 20 states with $411 million in sales. It was once the largest privately held firm in Oklahoma before it was sold to an investment group in 1987.

A decade later, Anthony’s became “Stage,” thus ending the run of one of Oklahoma’s most successful stores in the 20th century.

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VISIT THESE TWO AMAZING HOMES: 3508 NW 172nd Circle, Edmond, OK (Rose Creek) & 5701 N. Bryant Avenue, Edmond, OK

$10 admission fee benefits Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma’s Food For Kids Program $8 discount tickets available at Bob Mills Furniture

FOOTBALL TIME IN OKLAHOMA

BY THE NUMBERS

By Steve Gill

capacity of OU’s Memorial Stadium

60,218

capacity of OSU’s Boone Pickens Stadium

$370,000,000 76,000 15 9 amount approved in June by the OU regents for an impending renovation package

seasons Bob Stoops has been OU’s head coach (he’s beginning his 16th)

times a Stoops team has missed playing in a postseason bowl game

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wins Coach Stoops has accumulated

head coaches in OU’s history with more victories

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OSU’s preseason ranking by Athlon

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wins the Cowboys notched in 2010

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number of 11-win seasons they’d had in the previous 110 years

points OSU scored in their home opener in 2012

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Stoops’ salary for 2014 OU’s preseason ranking by Athlon

seasons Mike Gundy has been OSU’s head coach (he’s beginning his 10th)

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Gundy’s 2014 salary

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days from September 1 until Bedlam 2014 (Tick tock!)

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UP FRONT | Exchange

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

By Lauren Hammack // Photo by Simon Hurst

Conv A e with rsation D Ham ebby pton

IF YOU RECOGNIZE HER, IT’S NOT BECAUSE DEBBY HAMPTON IS A STOCK PHOTO MODEL. In her role as President and CEO of the United Way of Central Oklahoma, Hampton is a familiar face to many Oklahomans and countless worthy causes – among them, the United Way of Central Oklahoma’s fall campaign, set to kick off next month.

Despite several unforgettable milestones throughout her nonprofit career – among them, the 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah building, the historic May 3, 1999 tornado and last year’s May 20 tornado outbreak – Hampton’s unshakable optimism and passion for service define the untold ways one woman can make a difference.

What’s your hometown? I was born in Lubbock, but I grew up in Del City.

How long have you been married to your husband, Mike? 27 years.

What did you study in college?

I have a degree in psychology from OU. Have you spent your entire career in the nonprofit sector? Yes. I was at the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits as CEO for four years before I came to the United Way. Before that, I was the CEO for the Central Oklahoma Chapter of the American Red Cross for 16 years.

If you weren’t working in the nonprofit world, what other profession would you choose? I can’t even imagine doing something else!

What career did you want when you were a kid? I wanted to be a flight attendant or a teacher.

I’d love some peanuts, thank you.

What’s the best part of your job?

The people I get to work with: the volunteers, the staff, the board, the nonprofit agencies and the clients they serve.

Do you have any phobias?

Heights.

Any guilty pleasures? Yes. Food and wine. Especially good German food. My mother is German and her homemade German food is the best ever!

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What was the best decision you ever made? Marrying Mike Hampton and having our boys, Christopher and Jonathan.

Who do you think you could be mistaken for? Apparently, a lot of people. People always come up to me and say, “You look familiar … ” I must look like “every woman,” or a stock photo!

What do you wish you’d started doing sooner? Traveling.

Do you have a favorite hole-inthe-wall in OKC? I love Leo’s (the original). That cake is to die for. I’m also a fan of Nomad and Vito’s.

What should everyone try or experience at least once in their lifetime? Volunteering. I promise, they’ll get more out of it than they put in!

What are you currently learning how to do? Think before I speak.

It’s not going well. You can count on me to give you my honest opinion.

What’s less important now than it used to be? Material things.

What’s more important now?

Time. I don’t take it for granted anymore, especially time with family and friends.

If you decided to change your name, what would it be? I never really liked “Debby.” I was named after Debbie Reynolds, probably like every other Debby/Debbie.

I’ve always liked the name Rachel.

Which words or phrases do you overuse? I probably say “amazing” way too much, but when I say it, I really mean it. And I say, “I’m confused…” a lot, which my staff now recognizes as code for, “How in the world are you going to pull off something like that?”

Do you have a motto? I always go back to a quote that one of my teachers used to write out every single day in grade school: What you are is God’s gift to you. What you become is your gift to God. Wow. That’s a lot more inspiring than the motto posted in Larry Hahn’s 7th grade math class, and I quote, “There is a time and a place for everything. This is the time and the place for math.”

How do you define happiness?

Being with the people you love and being able to do what you love.

What talent would you most like to have? To speak another language and to play a musical

instrument – but it would have to be a portable instrument, like a guitar, not a piano.

What day is your birthday? December 19.

You can’t help watching __________ on TV. “Modern Family!”

What’s the last thing you lost?

My mom’s engagement ring. It haunts me to this day.

If it kills you, what’s the one thing you’ll accomplish by the end of the year? That the United Way raises the money needed to fund 128 programs of 61 nonprofits in Central Oklahoma.

What is a risk worth taking?

Putting yourself out there. Giving your time or making any change that could make another person’s life better.

What message would you put inside a fortune cookie? Make a difference.

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The YWCA of OKC celebrates the strength of survivors and works to eliminate domestic violence with funds raised at its elegant annual soiree.

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It’s the most joyous meal of the day as Redbud Classic officials present a hefty donation from the 2014 event to the nonprofit Anna’s House Foundation.

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The visionaries at Midtown Renaissance take home the namesake honor at the Plaza District Association’s annual recognition of prime civic movers.

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UP FRONT | Wanderlust

77 COUNTIES: International Finals Youth Rodeo

OH, GIVE ME A HOME, WHERE WITH CELL PHONE I ROAM

By M.J. Alexander

TIMELESS SILHOUETTES ENCIRCLE THE RODEO ARENA: slim men atop fences, boot heels hooked on the rail below.

Straight-backed cowgirls, gliding astride mounts with braided manes. Lassos flying up and out in the fading light as ropers work on their release.

At the 2014 International Finals Youth Rodeo in Shawnee, competitors adhere to tradition. Events begin with a salute to the U.S. Constitution and riders presenting the American flag during the performance of the national anthem. Western dress is required in the competition area. Back numbers must be worn at all times.

But a closer look reveals a new scene.

Beneath cowboy hats, heads often tilt down as if in prayer.

Shadowed riders reach again and again for their pockets, digging out devices. Gleaming rectangles are cradled in rein-

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holding hands. Friends pull up on horses, gathering around the glowing screens like a high-tech campfire.

They are checking their messages. Sending texts. Watching video. Riding while talking on the phone. Just like any other teenagers. Over the loudspeakers, the announcers’ patter dwells on branding that is more corporate than cattle.

Three miles outside the rodeo parking lot – east on West Independence Street, then south on North Center – is the grave of Brewster Higley, who penned the lyrics to “Home on the Range.” Beyond the glare of the arena lights, his vision of a laconic American cowboy riding alone with his thoughts seems as nostalgic and far away as a home where the buffalo roam.

Editor’s Note: This installment is part of author M.J. Alexander’s “77 Counties” series, chronicling her travels across Oklahoma. The full series is available at sliceok.com/travel/

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UP FRONT | Wanderlust

BEYOND BUCKLES

Rodeo Riches Await

For the past 22 years, hundreds of high school rodeo competitors descend on Shawnee’s Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center to compete in 10 events each July: cowgirl barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway roping and goat tying; co-ed team roping; and cowboy calf roping, steer wrestling, bull riding, saddle bronc riding and bareback riding.

The prizes offered at the International Finals Youth Rodeo are beyond the traditional championship saddles and buckles. Billed as the world’s richest youth rodeo, total prize money at last year’s IFYR topped $225,000.

Competitors invest in horses, training, gear, RVs and stock trailers, and are responsible for entry fees ($100 per competitor, per event), stall rentals ($110 each) and camping ($200 per spot). The payoff can be huge: in addition to the prize money, teens may attract rodeo sponsors to help underwrite expenses, or catch the eye of coaches from one of the 100 collegiate rodeo teams.

Unlike college sports operating under NCAA or NAIA guidelines, rodeo riders do not have to maintain their amateur status. Prize money has been encouraged since rodeo became a collegiate sport 65 years ago, in 1949, and many compete simultaneously on the college and pro circuits.

In addition to enriching the winners, the IFYR is an economic boon for Pottawatomie County, which credits the event with bringing in $5.4 million each year.

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Of Jaxon and Mackie, Winter and Sage The most popular names at the 2014 IFYR, which featured 879 competitors from 26 states: Colt and its variations for boys and Cheyenne for girls. Also featured were cowboy names worthy of a Western novel, such as Ryder Gann, Clint Craig, Skee Burkes, Baize Bowers, Rusty Rhodes, Pace Blanchard, Rowdy McFall, Sonny Scott, Clay Boaz, Rocky Dill, Twister Vinson and Blue Wilcox. Cowgirl names have become more adventuresome, and can embody the same nonchalant ruggedness. A sampler of this year’s rodeo cowgirls: Mackie Ford - Clinton, OK Jordan Outlaw - Bonha, TX Winter Williams - Copan, OK Paxton Nix - McAlester, OK Skylar Eagles - Monte Vista, CO Timber Lyon - Perrin, TX Cedar Jandreau - Kennebec, SD Ashton Finch - Mendenhall, MS Carson Denning - Four Oaks, NC Raleigh Whitfield - Sulphur, LA Jaxon Shultz - Abilene, TX Hagen Brunson - Guymon, OK Tyler Larson - Richardson, TX Tallen Halliday - Lipan, NC Fallon Ratliff - Live, FL Scout Smith - Smithville, OK Reece Buckmaster - Weatherford, OK Hunter Haley - Portales, NM Quincy Segelke - Snyder, CO Brogan Macy - Post, TX Shelby Weaver - Sand Springs, OK Sage Vincent - Boise City, OK Laramie Girty - Porum, OK Tillar Murray - Fort Worth, TX Rickie Engesser - Spearfish, SD Brayden Wood - Oklahoma City, OK Campbell Grover - Purvis, MS Bet Langley - Houston, MS Sloan Anderson - Whitehorse, SD Kadan Gravitt - Soper, OK

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UP FRONT | Closet Makeover

CLOSET ENCOUNTERS ON THE UNIVERSAL LIST OF CATHARTIC EXERCISES, A THOROUGH CLOSET MAKEOVER IS HARD TO TOP, BUT THE BUSIER YOU ARE, THE MORE ELUSIVE THAT CATHARSIS CAN BE. SINCE A CHALLENGING CLOSET CAN DERAIL YOUR DAY BEFORE YOU EVEN LEAVE THE HOUSE, IT’S THE BEST PLACE TO START IF YOU NEED A LITTLE ZEN BEFORE THE MORNING RUSH. By Lauren Hammack // Photos by Carli Wentworth

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UP FRONT | Closet Makeover

AFTER (FROM PREVIOUS PAGE)

ORGANIZING TIPS YOU SHOULD REALLY KNOW BY NOW (but Valerie Riley will remind you)

IF YOUR CLOSET IS A MESS, YOU PROBABLY WANT TO PURGE. DO THIS INSTEAD: • Sort and group, according to color, fabric weight and sleeve length.

• Separate work clothes from casual clothes.

BEFORE

• Evaluate what you have; setting aside duplicates and anything that doesn’t fit.

AFTER A few months ago, Slice asked readers to submit photos of their unruly closets and we partnered with organizing professional Valerie Riley, owner of The Riley Group, to create a stress-less closet for one fan. She was Lyra Roberts of Oklahoma City.

Riley approached Roberts’ closet the way she begins each project, with a brief, initial consultation to assess the area and understand how the client envisions using the space every day.

“The first thing I want to know,” Riley says, “is why the client called us. For a closet makeover, I want to know what the client’s ideal closet looks like. For example, maybe it has a section devoted just to clothes for the next week.”

Riley explains, “It’s also helpful to know if the person is what I’d call an ‘innie’ or an ‘outie.’

An ‘innie’ feels good when everything is put away and hidden from view. An ‘outie’ feels good when everything is out and visible.”

The source of Roberts’ closet disarray is a common theme for most of us. “I had a walk-in closet and I wanted to make the most of it,” Roberts recalls. “But I was just too busy to do it all myself. My closet wasn’t a priority.”

Professional organizers from The Riley Group took an inventory of Roberts’ belongings, grouping by color and sleeve length. They also provided storage containers and other solutions for keeping everything accessible, but tucked neatly away. Once finished, they invited Roberts into her new closet for the reveal.

“I found clothes I’d forgotten about!” Roberts told us. “Having everything organized by color showed me that I need to stop buying black shirts – I have a hundred!”

The new arrangement helped Roberts easily inventory what she has, allowing her to identify and donate duplicates in her closet. “The makeover was the kickstart I needed to thin out my closet.”

The Riley Group’s organizers gave Roberts tips for keeping the closet organized and Riley advises all clients to live with the new system for a couple of weeks to make sure it works for their routines.

The verdict for Lyra Roberts? “It’s been a couple of months since they did the makeover,” Roberts says, “and my closet still looks great!”

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NOW, GET OVER THE EMOTIONAL ATTACHMENT TO HOW MUCH YOU SPENT ON SOMETHING (OR HOW MUCH OF A BARGAIN YOU GOT) AND THEN YOU’LL BE READY FOR THE BIG PURGE. • Create “keep” and “donate” piles. You might need a “not sure” pile, too.

• Purge any duplicates.

• Purge anything with stains – especially white shirts.

• Purge anything that doesn’t look like a million bucks on you right this minute – do not save for when you lose those last 15 pounds.

• Purge those wretched jeans from 1985 that you still haven’t taken in to have properly hemmed. (That one is for Mr. Hammack.)

•

If you didn’t wear something all season, get rid of it. (If you’re hesitant, Riley suggests turning your hangers backwards on the rod until you wear something. At the end of the season, if the hanger is still turned backwards, get rid of that item.)

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Don’t buy anything without being willing to purge something else in exchange. If clothes and shoes spontaneously multiply in your closet, consider purging two items for every one item that you purchase.

• Call a straightforward, honest friend to help you with your “not sure” pile.

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“We are excited to be a part of this year’s Concept Homes Tour,” said Rodney W. Bivens, Executive Director of the Regional Food Bank. “We are all about collaboration – and what better representation of that than a Concept Home? The philosophy of bringing together innovation and creative solutions aligns perfectly with how the Regional Food Bank approaches the fight against hunger in Oklahoma.”

The way it works is simple and fun. For $10, folks can tour the new homes and see the latest trends in building and home décor.

All the proceeds raised go toward helping chronically hungry children in Oklahoma.

Besides helping a great cause, the homes themselves are spectacular sights to behold.

The first one is nestled in a quiet culde-sac in the beautiful Rose Creek development just west of Edmond, near Portland.

The home is located at 3508 N.W. 172nd

Twin spiral staircases lead to the second f loor. There, the kids enjoy their own playroom as well as their own library. And what kid wouldn’t enjoy the built-in slide from the second f loor down to the first?

There are a lot of amenities for the big kids as well. A large wet bar, home theater and almost every luxury imaginable can be found in this Rose Creek home.

“We always give extra attention to the fine details when building a home,” Lee said. “The kitchen is huge, and has two

trauma. Hunger is one of the most overlooked. Our company is very proud to be involved in this tour, and we hope through our work some of this suffering may be alleviated.”

The other home on the tour is also in Edmond, and equally chic. It is located at 5701 N. Bryant, and was custom built

by Wayne Griffiths Homes. This large French Country estate showcases the latest in luxury living.

“The owners of this elegant 6,000-squarefoot home built it on an acreage in north Edmond,” said Sue Griffiths. “They wanted to create a refuge where they could escape from the busy schedules of their daily lives.

They also wanted a place where they could entertain family and friends, or just relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the country. They have certainly done so.”

As guests approach the house, one of the first things they will notice is the blend of stone, brick and stucco.

3508 N.W. 172nd Circle by Christopher Lee & Company Fine Homes Circle, and was built by Christopher Lee & Company. It’s Mediterranean-style with a “transitional” interior. It is both classical and elegant at the same time.

“This is a very social floor plan, built for entertaining,” says Lee. “The home is large, with 7,000 square feet of livable space. It has five bedrooms, six baths and a sevencar garage.”

It is a home built for a busy lifestyle and a growing family.

“This home sits on two lots, right on the lake,” Lee said. “When you first walk inside, one of the first things guests will notice are the very tall ceilings. They are 12 feet with large open spans. And the lake views from the home are tremendous.”

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islands. Carrera marble countertops and furniture-quality cabinets give an added touch of elegance.

“The exquisite features continue outside as well. A large pool and hot tub are a focal point of the outdoor living area.

We also added a steam shower for convenience and luxury.

“The back patio has a built-in fire pit, and with a touch of a button power screens will enclose the entire area.

“We really appreciate our homeowners for letting us show their beautiful home,” Lee added. “My wife Cindy is a licensed social worker, and she works tirelessly for kids and families that are battling many different kinds of

“Entering through the heavy iron doors, pay special attention to the study on the right. The doors are at least 100 years old, if not 200,” Griffiths said. “We have been building custom homes for more than 35 years, and we put everything into this one.

“The home has six fireplaces, a climatecontrolled wine cellar, a theater room and an upstairs game room with a built-in bar.

The spiral staircase off the back entry leads to a third story lookout with panoramic views of the city and countryside. That is really the place to be on the Fourth of July,” Griffiths says with a laugh.

Throughout the home, the builders have installed custom cabinetry with special attention to the kitchen and master

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5701 N. Bryant Avenue by Wayne Griffiths Homes suite. Interior designer Andrea Meister has worked closely with the homeowner for a one-of-a-kind look.

“This really is a spectacular home,” Griffiths said. “The views from inside pull you to the back yard. The pool and pergola, an outdoor kitchen and beautiful landscaping make this such a peaceful retreat.

“We also added phantom screens to the upper deck and downstairs patio. They can be lowered anytime to keep out the Oklahoma weather and extend the outdoor living to all year round,” she added.

“Our homeowners were one of the first to want to participate in this event,” Griffiths said. “Not only as builders, but as parents and grandparents, we cannot think of anything more important than helping with this program and feeding hungry children.”

The public is invited to tour these homes from September 12 through September 21.

They are open Fridays from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door or $8 in advance, and can be purchased at Bob Mills Furniture.

The Regional Food Bank was established in 1980 and is Oklahoma’s largest hunger-relief organization. In 2014, they distributed nearly 48 million pounds of food and products through a network of

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more than 1,100 charitable feeding programs and schools in 53 counties.

Each week, the organization provides enough food to feed more than 100,000 hungry Oklahomans.

The “Food for Kids” program started after the Regional Food Bank received a call one Monday morning from a local principal, telling them about a young boy who had passed out. The little fellow was hungry and had nothing to eat all weekend except a hot dog with no bun.

In its first year the program served 180 chronically hungry children. By the end of last year, that number had grown to more than 18,500 kids.

“We are grateful that News 9 and the Concept Homes Tour selected the Regional Food Bank and our ‘Food for Kids’ childhood hunger programs as the recipient of the proceeds from this year’s tour,” Bivens said.

“After people tour these two amazing homes, they will leave with not only an appreciation for the newest innovations in home building, but also knowing they have helped feed a hungry child with their donation,” he added. For every 20 tickets sold, one chronically hungry child will have food every weekend for an entire school year. Without food, children cannot learn, grow or thrive. One principal said it best: ‘When hunger ends, learning begins.’”

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OKLAHOMA CITY WILL NEVER BE CONFUSED WITH SEATTLE. WHILE BOTH PLACES BOAST HEADQUARTERS OF COMPANIES PURVEYING THE EQUIVALENT OF LIQUID DOLLAR SIGNS (OIL HERE, COFFEE THERE) THE CITIES AND THEIR HOME STATES HAVE LITTLE ELSE IN COMMON. Seattle, the “Emerald City” of the Pacific Northwest, offers mountain vistas, river escapades, oceanfront forays, flying fish at the Pike Street Market, tremendous historical culture and more, all within the confines of a state with a solid record of supporting Democratic presidential candidates and liberal-leaning political agendas. Pacific sunsets are worth the trip.

Make no mistake, though – landlocked Oklahoma City (no catchy nickname here) is no slouch. With a vibrant museum scene, great waterfront fun (with more still to come) on the reclaimed Oklahoma River, fantastic Native American heritage and cultural sites, low unemployment and an extremely affordable cost of living, OKC has more to offer than most people realize. Politically, Oklahoma is as red as the clay soil, staunchly conservative and heavily Republican. Prairie sunsets can hold their own with the best of them. Most people would give Oklahoma’s generally mild climate and about a million sunny days a year the edge over the rainy weather on Washington’s coast, too.

Despite some obvious differences, Oklahoma City and Seattle do have a bit in common.

They are the largest cities in their respective states. Both have experienced tremendous population increases over the past two decades – OKC’s citizenry has increased by a whopping six figures since the turn of this century. Both cities’ populations come in north of 600,000, though the Seattle metro area figure is considerably larger.

There is one other thing the two cities have – or had – in common: a certain National Basketball Association franchise. In a story familiar to most locals, the Thunder didn’t materialize out of thin air but was moved here from Washington state’s hotbed of hip. While some basketball fans in Seattle are still sleepless (and a little bitter) about losing their pro team, their loss has undeniably been Oklahoma City’s gain.

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Smack in the middle of the land often casually dismissed by coastal cultural elitists as “f lyover country,” Oklahoma City spent its first century garnering little interest from national media outlets. Most outsider attention came in the wake of undesired events – notably the Dust Bowl days of the 1930s and the horrific Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing in 1995. Things began to change when the NBA’s Seattle SuperSonics were relocated to Oklahoma City and rechristened as the Thunder in time for the 2008-2009 season.

After decades of being identified mainly as a college football state, getting a sliver of the sports world’s attention on Saturdays in the fall, Oklahoma – and OKC – suddenly started showing up in living rooms around the country during the professional basketball season. What they saw at first was not very pretty. The inaugural season in Oklahoma got off to a dismal start, with the team losing 17 of its first 18 contests and firing head coach P.J. Carlesimo.

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Though it was hardly an auspicious debut, Thunder fans flocked to the Ford Center (now the Chesapeake Energy Arena) to support the new kids on the block. Under interim head coach Scott Brooks, the Thunder rebounded to post a record of 23 wins and 59 losses in their first season in Oklahoma. Brooks was officially named head coach at the end of the 2008-2009 season, dropping the “interim” from his title. After warmly welcoming the Hurricane Katrinadisplaced New Orleans Hornets for portions of the 2005-’06 and 2006-’07 NBA seasons, local fans had developed a taste for professional basketball. With a team of their own, Oklahomans now had an appetite for more. Despite the Thunder’s rocky first season, the team sold 100 percent of the tickets available for home games.

Getting Better The Thunder faithful did not have to wait long for brighter days on the court. The relocated franchise brought stout building blocks

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more for the money The Thunder clock in at #11 out of 30 on the list of the NBA’s richest franchises, but their rank is even better when considering return on investment: Forbes calculated each team’s status in terms of total player expenses compared to on-court victories (playoff wins count double) over the past three seasons, and OKC’s 189 wins for an average of $63 million outlay puts them at #2, behind only the red-hot Heat.

That’s a clear sign that we’re getting a boatload of bang for our buck.

The top 3 1. MIAMI HEAT

REGULAR SEASON WINS: 170 PLAYOFF WINS: 46 AVG. PLAYER EXPENSES: $76 million

2. OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER

REGULAR SEASON WINS: 162 PLAYOFF WINS: 27 AVG. PLAYER EXPENSES: $63 million

3. SAN ANTONIO SPURS

REGULAR SEASON WINS: 169 PLAYOFF WINS: 27 AVG. PLAYER EXPENSES: $72 million

SOURCE: FORBES, “THE BUSINESS OF BASKETBALL” AND “BEST AND WORST TEAMS FOR THE MONEY”

held over from its last season in Seattle. Superstar and reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant played his first two professional seasons with the SuperSonics. All-Star point guard Russell Westbrook and defensive wizard Serge Ibaka, drafted while the team was based in Seattle, made the trip to the heartland as well.

Both players still occupy starting positions in Oklahoma City. Forward Nick Collison, drafted by Seattle in 2003, continues to be a contributor to the team’s on-court success.

Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti, another holdover from the Seattle days, continued to build around the nucleus through savvy draft picks and timely trades. Guard James Harden, drafted in 2009, added a scoring threat that helped carry the Thunder to an appearance in the NBA Finals after the 2011-’12 season (Harden now plays for the Houston Rockets). Forward Thabo Sefolosha and center Kendrick Perkins joined the team via trade in 2009. Both players fit in nicely with the team’s philosophy of playing tough defensive basketball. Sefolosha departed as a free agent after last season.

Subsequent Thunder draft picks Reggie Jackson (2011), Perry Jones (2012) and Steven Adams (2013) have benefited from the organization’s

focus on player development. Jackson and Adams played significant roles during the 2013-’14 season, which ended with a loss to the eventual NBA champion San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.

Although the league championship has eluded the team thus far, the Thunder continues to take steps in the right direction. After failing to make the playoffs after their first season in Oklahoma City, the franchise has made four straight appearances in the postseason.

With two established superstars in Durant and Westbrook, the Thunder continues to court complementary players who can help put the team on top of the basketball world. It is a team built to win now – and well into the future. It is also a team built on smart money – Forbes recently ranked the Thunder second in the league in terms of player results versus player salaries. Only the Miami Heat ranked higher, and the rankings came out before LeBron James bolted South Beach to go back home to the North Coast. The team – and its fans – are getting what they pay for on the court. Despite playing in one of the smallest markets in the league, the Thunder is listed by Forbes as the 11th richest out of the NBA’s 30 franchises, just behind San Antonio.

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That value is not restricted to Thunder fans and the team’s front office, either. Economists are nearly unanimous in their derision of publicly funded sports arenas as a generator of local business activity, typically arguing that dollars spent in relation to support of a sports team are merely drawn from other entertainment options. It sounds like a compelling argument. Many local businesses, however, would likely disagree with that assessment. In support of the latter view, we need look no further than the recent “haves” and the “have-nots.”

Restaurants, bars and hotels in Bricktown, just a short walk away from The ’Peake, have seen business boom thanks to the Thunder.

With 41 regular season home games and deep playoff runs for the past several seasons, the team draws upwards of 20,000 people to the area over 50 times a year. Since the NBA schedule spans the winter months, the team draws people to the arena on days when staying home used to be the preferred option. When “Thunder Alley” opens toward the end of the regular season each spring, even more people show up. They don’t all have tickets to the game, but watching the action in a pub-and-grub near the arena is a fun backup plan for most. “For people who can’t get tickets, we’re the game-day host of choice,” says Brett Sundstrom, general manager of the Skirvin Hilton. “It’s always more fun to watch the game with a bunch of friends and other fans.”

Before the SuperSonics bolted from Seattle for the Sooner State, businesses near Key Arena, the Sonics’ former home, enjoyed a similar scenario. Although the venue still hosts concerts and other sporting events, a 2012 Huffington Post article reported that area businesses were slowly closing their doors. Economic impact estimates attributed to the Thunder range widely from a low of under $50 million to over $80 million per year. An estimate of the SuperSonics’ annual impact to the city of Seattle came in well over $200 million. While that figure is criticized as being grossly overstated, the impact on the businesses near each city’s arena leaves little to question.

The most recent data from the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce pegs the team’s direct spending impact at approximately $1.15 million per home game. Carry that out over the regular season and playoffs, and the annual spending spree easily eclipses the $50 million mark. That cash tends to come from all corners of the state and spreads out over the city. “Fans come from outside the area to watch the game and stay overnight,” says Sundstrom. “Our restaurant and bar business picks up with pregame and postgame traffic. Of course, there’s always a more vigorous postgame if we win.”

Hotel traffic isn’t restricted to fans and friends. “The majority of visiting teams stay with us,” says Sundstrom. Hosting high-caliber NBA clientele involves a little more effort than putting up a couple from Cushing. Having grown up simultaneously with the arrival of professional basketball, the Skirvin has plenty of experience. “We’ve been doing this since the New Orleans Hornets were here on a tempo54 SLICE // SEPTEMBER 2014

rary basis,” Sundstrom explains, so catering to visiting teams is “kind of second nature now.”

The Thunder boom has also been a boon to business for Dave Smith, owner of the Big Red Shop in Warr Acres and the Bedlam Zone in Edmond. Smith has specialized in selling Oklahoma Sooner and Oklahoma State Cowboy merchandise for over 50 years. “Business used to slow way down after the [college football] bowl games,” Smith shares. Interest in collegiate products might linger if the schools did well during the basketball season, but that well dries up after the NCAA tournament in March. With the Thunder, “Interest peaks in March,” says Smith. Thunder merchandise drives his retail business through the previously slow spring months, helping bridge the revenue gap between college football seasons.

Other intangible factors are harder to measure. During televised broadcasts, basketball fans around the country see Oklahoma City on display. Views of the downtown skyline, activity on the riverfront and other civic venues portray the city in a way that many outside of the metro have never seen it. The global superstar status of Kevin Durant has made him a household name in far-flung places. And he calls Oklahoma City home, putting the city on the tip of everyone’s tongue.

While it is impossible to determine the value of that exposure, it is most certainly a positive. “KD and the Thunder are a very welcome addition for what they do for the community and the class act they present,” opines Smith. In an era of glorified “bad-boy” athletes and celebrities, Smith says Oklahoma City is blessed with somewhat of a rarity. “We have a star that never does anything to embarrass the franchise or the city.”

Getting It In a city – and state – peppered with “house divided” flags and license plate brackets indicating internal turf wars between those loyal to either the University of Oklahoma or Oklahoma State University, the Thunder rises above the fray. College fans whose heartstrings are tugged between Stillwater and Norman unite in support of the state’s only major professional sports team. “One good thing about the Thunder is everybody is a Thunder fan,” says Smith.

This is due in part to Oklahomans’ fervent support of our own, but the heroes of the hardwood also get introduced to their new home immediately upon arrival.

Whether new members of the team come via draft or trade, one of their first trips in town is a visit to the Oklahoma City National Memorial. Mitch McGary and Josh Huestis, the team’s 2014 draft picks, stopped at the site on their first weekend visit to the city in June. The community engagement does not stop there. In fact, it is just the starting point, as players participate in community events at home, around the country – and around the world.

On a road trip to Memphis in January, several Thunder players visited patients at Target House, an extended stay facility for patients of St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and their families. For players to take

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Getting Ahead

We have a star that never does anything to embarrass the franchise or the city.

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Getting In on the Action

Got It! So maybe Oklahoma City isn’t Seattle. We can’t claim Jimi Hendrix or Nirvana, but Toby Keith and Garth Brooks aren’t too shabby. No Pacific coastline? No problem – we have more lakeshore living than you can possibly imagine. Cascades? No. Arbuckles – yes. Pike Street Market? Nope. Stockyards City? Oh, yeah.

Despite any lingering hard feelings about losing their NBA team, here’s hoping that Seattleites can take some comfort in the fact that they still have the National Football League’s Seahawks and Major League Baseball’s Mariners. Here in Oklahoma City, we are happy to report that the Thunder reigns – and the sun is shining.

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TICKETS

The 2014-’15 NBA regular season begins October 28, but the game-by-game schedule has not been released as of press time. When it comes out, you’ll want to get your tickets ASAP. The Thunder continues to sell out on a regular basis, so don’t wait until the last minute to buy your billets. Visit nba.com/thunder/ tickets, call 405.208.4800 or e-mail fans@thunder-nba.com for information.

GOODS AND GEAR

For everything Thunder-themed, visit the Thunder Shop at Chesapeake Energy Arena (call: 405.605.4306) or Leadership Square (405.227.1445) or shop online at nbathundershop.com.

For Thunder goods closer to home, visit the Big Red Shop in Warr Acres (405.495.1130) or The Bedlam Zone in Edmond (405.418.2600). The stores feature apparel from Adidas, Cutter and Buck, Antigua and Sportique.

Find everything from autographed goods to your very own Thunder yoga mat! Shop online at bigredshop.com.

GET THE GIRLS

Why not invite the team’s best girls to your next community event? You can book some or all of the Thunder Girls online at nba.com/thunder/thundergirls or e-mail thundergirls@thunder-nba.com for more information. Appearance fees apply.

BRING ALONG THE BISON

Team mascot Rumble the Bison can make your little Thunder fan’s birthday party a day to remember.

Rumble is available for your next corporate event, company picnic or any other appearance (within reason, of course!) For information visit thunder-nba.com/rumble or call 405.208.4736. Appearance fees apply.

BOOK THAT BUS

The Rolling Thunder Book Bus is ready to dispense knowledge to young fans everywhere. Learn more about the library on wheels at nba.com/ thunder/community/bookbus.html. To schedule a visit from the team’s lorry of literacy, go to nba.com/thunder/community/request_forms.

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time out of their tight travel schedule to make such a visit is testimony to the team’s commitment to community engagement. During a preseason swing through Great Britain in October, players, team mascot Rumble the Bison and the Thunder Girls participated in a Special Olympics basketball game and held a separate meet and greet session in Manchester. These are people who “get it.”

Players are not the only people reaching out.

Team staff members volunteered with Habitat for Humanity to build a home for a family in Moore who lost their house to the May 2013 tornado there.

The team also sponsors the Rolling Thunder Book Bus, a traveling bookmobile that has made appearances at over 1,100 locations, mostly schools, and distributed over 87,000 books to kids for free. Autographed jerseys, game balls and other memorabilia are donated to nonprofit organizations for fundraising events all around the state. Even Rumble is linked with the greater Oklahoma community, his name having been inspired by a Native American legend born in the Arbuckle Mountains.

Feeding the Best After being arguably the best player in the NBA for the past few years, the league intelligentsia finally made it official at the end of the 2013-’14 season when it named the Thunder’s Kevin Durant its Most Valuable Player. Durant averaged a Michael Jordan-esque 32 points per contest, led the team through lengthy injuries to other key players like Russell Westbrook and Kendrick Perkins, and scored at least 25 points in a record 41 consecutive games. MVP? No doubt about it.

Despite superhuman achievement on the court, Durant is undeniably (and, quite frankly, endearingly) human. So what does this guy eat? Popeye had his spinach and Superman had his … whatever is the exact opposite of Kryptonite. What is it that makes the “Durantula” so dominant? I caught up with KD’s personal chef, Ryan Lopez, to find out.

How did you get involved in culinary arts? I was involved in a lot of sports growing up and I ate a lot. I started learning how to cook from watching my dad in the kitchen. I took an interest in it and wanted to see where the career could take me.

Describe your professional training. I grew up in Michigan outside of Detroit. I studied Culinary Arts at Schoolcraft College in Livonia, Michigan, for 2 1/2 years. The chefs I worked with there shaped me, formed me and showed me what it takes to work in a kitchen.

What has your professional experience been up to this point? I worked in several different restaurants around Detroit – Fishmarket, Roast, Gastronomy, Prime 29 – and then was sous chef at a country club. I learned how to work with a lot of different foods.

Like Fishmarket taught me how to prepare, cook and store fish.

So how does someone become Kevin Durant’s personal chef? I heard KD was looking for a chef, and I actually tried out for him in Akron, Ohio. I made a few soul food/backyard barbecue style things and he enjoyed it. I came out to Oklahoma for five days after that to talk to Kevin and interact with him and his people. It was kind of foreign, but the people were nice and friendly. I had a good response to it and moved to Oklahoma City in October 2011.

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What exactly do you feed the MVP of the NBA? We try to stick with things that are friendly to the body. During the season I try to stay in a straight line and try not to deviate. Plenty of fruits, maybe some eggs and fresh squeezed orange juice for breakfast.

Salmon or Chilean sea bass with a nice soy glaze and roasted vegetables for lunch. A lot of his favorite meals are on the menu at his restaurant, KD’s.

Does the menu vary during the off-season? We might deviate a little in the off-season. Kevin might take it easy for two or three weeks after the end of the season, but he trains every day. We might do a “cheat meal” and work in some homemade mac and cheese. If you make it, you can manipulate it to make it healthier than a processed version.

What are you shooting for in terms of calories and carbohydrates? Around 2,500 calories, which we might exceed with lots of carb intake for energy. I work in good carbs from things like sweet

potatoes and whole wheat pasta. We want him to get his vitamins from fruits and vegetables.

Do you travel with the team? No, I stay at home when they travel.

I pack a plane-ride meal for him, usually lunch since they often fly out during the day. I’ll send something like a chicken sandwich, fruit and a bag of chips. A little better than a box lunch because I made it!

So are you gearing up to fuel another MVP season? Yeah – gotta do it!

Now we now what our resident superhero eats to sustain his strength. If you want to know what’s cooking for KD, check out Lopez’s creations on Instagram at chefryan22. Eat up – and Thunder up!

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OFF TO THE RACES

BY TIMOTHY FIELDS // PHOTOS BY SIMON HURST

As the dog days of summer come to a close, we’re racing ahead to cozy fashions. This fall, you can place your bets on a variety of trends, including a strong ’60s silhouette, an athletic vibe and even a grunge comeback. What caught our eye most, however, was the heavy equestrian influence and western styling.

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Vince pink and gray block sweater, Harris Wharf London wool charcoal coat, Tory Burch gunmetal leather purse with western stitching and Elizabeth and James black leather bootie, all from CK & Company in Nichols Hills // Hugo Boss gray and blue plaid sport coat, Polo virgin wool slacks and vest, C.P. Company Henley and Rag & Bone suede boot from Spencer Stone Company in Nichols Hills

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Derek Lam shell pink leather pleated skirt with Tibi ivory cable knit sweater from Balliets in OKC // Polo by Ralph Lauren gray virgin wool pants with Spencer Stone custom blue shirt, sevenfold paisley tie and Stone Island navy knit vest from Spencer Stone Company in Nichols Hills

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A playful look from Balliets in OKC: Milly native print dress in black and hot pink with gold accent threading, Paige denim jacket, Jimmy Choo black leather riding boots, Miu Miu leather purse with gold grommets and pink rhinestones with gold vintage Chanel earrings

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BCBG ivory lace top with peplum waist and camel leggings with equestrian accents, Longchamp leather purse with race horse accent, BCBG gold and black necklace and Claudia Lobao gold circle drop earrings from R Meyers in Nichols Hills // Polo by Ralph Lauren tweed wool blazer, Armstrong & Wilson plaid handkerchief, Rag & Bone dark denim jean and Aglini Shirt Makers chambray denim shirt with sterling silver buttons from Spencer Stone Company in Nichols Hills

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Classic dishes and flavorful new twists fill the menu (and diners) as Tommy’s Italian American Grill returns to OKC. See page 74.

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THREE WAYS TO CHEER A righteous recipe for versatile game day deliciousness 72 EAT & DRINK Variety is on the menu in Slice’s citywide dining guide 76 SEPTEMBER 2014 // SLICE 71

FARE | In the Kitchen

BIGGER THAN YOUR BUTT DIP (AKA BTB DIP)

16 oz cream cheese, softened 2 c crisply cooked hickory smoked thick cut bacon, crumbled 1 c mayonnaise 5 green onions, chopped 2 c grated sharp cheese 1 t seasoning salt 1/2 t pepper In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together.

Once mixed well, place in an airtight container.

Chill at least four hours before serving. Serve with your favorite crackers, chips and veggies.

PIGGY PUFFS

Prepared BTB Dip 1 package puff pastry sheets, thawed Parmesan cheese, shredded green onions, sliced thin Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Allow puff pastry to thaw on the counter per package instructions.

Once puff pastry is thawed, unfold 1 sheet. Cut the sheet into thirds vertically – I follow the lines from the folds. Then cut each third in half vertically. Then cut the dough in half horizontally.

Cut the horizontal pieces in half again (essentially cutting your strips into fourths). That should make 24 pieces total.

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By Caryn Ross // Photos by Carli Wentworth

FOOTBALL SEASON IS FINALLY HERE! Fans continue to make the big game last more than four quarters by rolling out their tents, grills and satellite dishes and creating a place where food and fellowship become one. I am continually amazed at the incredible foods that are being shared at tailgates. I have seen whole hogs being cooked and even eaten the best dolmas of my life at a high school tailgate. Food and football are quite simply the perfect marriage.

When I go to tailgates, I am constantly asked about my Bigger Than Your Butt Dip (yep, that is what I named it. Because after you eat enough of it, things begin to grow a bit). This dip is incredible in a multitude of ways: as a chilled spread; warmed inside puff pastry in pillows of yum; and in stuffed baked potatoes. Can you imagine one dip rocking so many dishes? Well, I promise once you take this to your first gathering, you better plan on making it for the rest of your life. It is that good!

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In a well-greased mini-muffin tin, press a square of pastry into each hole. Stretch the square a bit so the pastry covers the sides. Place 1-2 teaspoons of BTB Dip on top and press into dough. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and place into the center of the oven. Bake puffs for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow puffs to cool slightly before removing from tin. Garnish with a sprinkling of green onions. Set puffs on a platter and serve.

THE PERFECT BAKED POTATOES 4 russet potatoes, baked Prepared BTB Dip

Top your hot baked potatoes with a scoop of dip! No need for sour cream and all of the other fixings. You can also use the dip to make Twice-Baked Potatoes. Simply cut your baked potatoes in half lengthwise, and use a spoon to scoop out the middle of the potato.

Place the warm potato in a medium-sized bowl, add the dip and blend together with a hand mixer. Then refill the potato shells with the whipped potatoes. Sprinkle with additional cheese and bake at 350 degrees until bubbly and browned.

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FARE | Matters of Taste

cool. The good news is that I can now check that entry off my alltime list of missed opportunities, and so can everyone else: Tommy’s Italian American Grill is back.

This isn’t a new restaurant trying to latch onto an old favorite’s fame – founder Tommy Byrd is still at the helm, sharing the food he loves. What is new is the space, a freshly constructed bistro that already feels comfortably lived-in and is loaded with ambiance … from sweeping bar to glassed-in wine storage room to showcase pizza oven filled with dancing flames.

The menu is a mix of the familiar and fresh, influenced by the classics from Tommy’s previous incarnation and innovations from executive chef Ryan Murphy. Its breadth gives visitors plenty of paths to choose from, but all roads should start with the fundamentals: steamed mussels, fried calamari or bruschetta. Actually, you should definitely try the bruschetta – the brightly flavored pesto between the toasted baguette and fresh tomatoes really makes the familiar appetizer sing.

You can hardly call yourself an Italian restaurant without some killer pastas, and the Capellini al Gamberetti is a good example of starting from an established mainstay – noodles in a simple pomodoro sauce – and taking it in an inventive direction by adding savory shrimp, hunks of red bell peppers and a helping of pesto bursting with basil. Even the house lasagna is more than merely pasta, sauce, sausage and cheese; it also sports black olives, yellow onions, bell peppers and mushrooms for a recognizable dish that proffers unusually complex flavors.

There are also plenty of possibilities among proteins with nary a noodle to be found. Take for example the Tuscan Chicken: half a bird roasted in a tarragon vinaigrette and basted with a balsamic glaze for a slightly tangy and wonderfully tender dish. Or try the

By Steve Gill // Photos by Carli Wentworth salmon club’s perfectly grilled slab of fish on a toasted baguette FROM WHAT I CAN TELL, IT’S A NEARLY UNIVERSAL PHENOMwith bacon aioli (those are two words that should be paired more ENON: get a bunch of people talking about food, and sooner or later often) and caramelized onions. the discussion will turn to restaurants of the past. Part fond nos One final word of advice: don’t overlook the pizza possibilities. talgia, part establishment of community credentials, it’s basically a The oven’s prominent placement in full view of the dining room conversational shibboleth to be able to say, “Oh, yeah – I loved that is indicative of the clout pizza carries on the menu, and the dense, place” when someone asks if you remember eating at Nikz at the chewy hand-tossed crust is winning converts regardless of topping.

Top or Terra Luna or Big Daddy’s Pit B-B-Q. (No points for guessing I can recommend the Prosciutto, which has little nuggets of the salty which one of those was a staple of discerning diners in my homenamesake nestled in a sea of fontina and mozzarella, drizzled with town of Poteau.) a balsamic glaze and topped with two eggs Alas, I can’t participate in the golden haze (because why not?) – though I haven’t yet tried TOMMY’S ITALIAN AMERICAN GRILL of reminiscence for Tommy’s in Northpark the wickedly spicy My Banker’s Burning, it’s 5516 W. Memorial Rd., OKC 405.470.5577 | tommysitaliangrill.com Mall. While I’ve heard the restaurant mengarnered some repute. tioned several times over the years with varyYou might still miss the fritters at Apple11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday ing degrees of wistfulness, it was before my woods – or the charcoal burgers at Big Daddy’s 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday time; another of those mild, abstract regrets – but sometimes you can get the magic back.

11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday about missing out on something reputedly Here’s to the good old days of right now.

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Drink up. More than most other cuisines, Italian food is designed with wine in mind. Say the word and your server can make some informed recommendations for what might best boost your dining enjoyment.

Don’t forget the outdoors. The vistas are of the Kilpatrick Turnpike, not the Amalfi Coast, but Tommy’s two patios are nicely ornamented with window boxes and hanging plants, and September in Oklahoma is a marvelous time to dine al fresco.

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AMERICAN ANN’S CHICKEN FRY HOUSE A Route 66 classic with copious decorative memorabilia, and huge portions of excellent chicken-fried steak. 4106 NW 39th, OKC, 943.8915 $ BOULEVARD CAFETERIA Chicken and dumplings, liver and onions - one of the last of the area’s independent cafeterias is still pounding out the hits. 525 NW 11th, OKC, 239.6861 $ CAFÉ 7 Fast and casual, with varied salad, sandwich, pizza and pasta options, all priced under $7. 14101 N May, OKC, 748.3354; 120 N Robinson, Suite W 175, OKC, 748.3354 $ CAFÉ 501 Pizzas, salads and specialty sandwiches on artisan breads. 501 S Boulevard, Edmond, 359.1501; 5825 NW Grand, OKC, 844.1501 $$ CLASSEN GRILL Deftly done diner deliciousness, especially breakfast. 5124 N Classen Blvd, OKC, 842.0428 $ DEEP FORK GRILL Crisply elegant atmosphere complements superb seafood (cedar plank salmon is a specialty) and steaks. 5418 N Western, OKC, 848.7678 $$ DINER, THE The classics never go out of style – just ask the locals who flock here for masterful preparation of ordinary breakfast and lunch fare. 213 E Main, Norman, 329.6642 $ DISTRICT 21 This sleek, inexpensive bastion of creativity is run by Francis Tuttle’s culinary school. 12777 N Rockwell, OKC, 717.7700 $ FLINT Casual style plus outstanding contemporary cuisine makes a winning combination in the Colcord Hotel. 15 N Robinson, OKC, 601.4300 $$ HEFNER GRILL Upscale fare and a tempting brunch to boot, with the enhancements of a live piano and a spectacular lake view. 9201 Lake Hefner Pkwy, OKC, 748.6113 $$ INTERURBAN Great food (and prices) in casual comfort – try the chicken-fried steak and anything with honey-pepper bacon. 4 metro locations, interurban.us $$ KAISER’S AMERICAN BISTRO Founded in 1918, Kaiser’s boasts a great view, a topnotch buffalo burger and an ice cream soda fountain. 1039 N Walker, OKC, 232.7632 $ LEGEND’S A casually upscale landmark for over 40 years, it still serves exceptional seafood, steaks and more. 1313 W Lindsey, Norman, 329.8888 $$

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MUTT’S AMAZING HOT DOGS Inspired creations featuring varied prime meats and unexpected and tasty flavor profiles. 1400 NW 23rd, OKC, 525.3647 $

O ASIAN FUSION Sublime quality in a wide span of culinary influences – freshly rolled sushi to fiery curry – in cool, vibrant digs. 105 SE 12th, Norman, 701.8899 $$

MONT, THE Tempting pub food with Southwestern zing at a Norman landmark with a primo patio. 1300 Classen Blvd, Norman, 329.3330 $

NEBU This airy provider of chef-prepared sandwiches, sushi, pizza and more is in the garden wing of the Devon tower. 280 W Sheridan, OKC $

SAII Rich ambiance boosts expertly done Japanese, Thai and Chinese fare plus stellar sushi. 6900 N May, OKC, 702.7244 $$

O’CONNELL’S IRISH PUB & GRILLE Beloved by students, alumni and townies, it’s served killer burgers, beer and festive atmosphere since 1968. 769 Asp, Norman, 217.8454 $

PACKARD’S NEW AMERICAN KITCHEN They’re not kidding about the “new” – the menu is filled with innovative ideas. 201 NW 10th, Suite 100, OKC, 605.3771 $$ PARK HOUSE The staunch wine list and great view of the Myriad Gardens add to a menu filled with contemporary American tastes.

125 Ron Norick Blvd, OKC, 445.7080 $$ PICASSO CAFÉ As creative as its neighbors in the Paseo Arts District; zippy sandwiches, salads, pizza and surprises abound. 3009 Paseo, OKC, 602.2002 $ POPS A bit out of the way but worth the drive, this café has burgers, salads, shakes and an unbelievably broad soda selection.

660 W Highway 66, Arcadia, 233.2020 $ REDROCK CANYON GRILL Rotisserie chicken, enchiladas and steak in a casual hacienda-style atmosphere by the lake. 9221 E Lake Hefner Pkwy, OKC, 749.1995 $$ ROCKY MOUNTAIN GRILL Amply portioned and green chili-amplified burgers, breakfasts and more fill this inviting diner. 231 S Coltrane, Edmond, 562.4777 $ RUNNING WILD CATERING Elegance is as abundant as flavor in the spreads supplied for special occasions by this full-service caterer; home to a broad menu and impeccable execution. Appointment only.

3830 N Maney Ave, OKC, 751.0688 $$ SATURN GRILL A lunch star: inspired pizza, sandwiches and salads. 4401 W Memorial, OKC 463.5594; 6432 Avondale, OKC, 843.7114; 1012 N Walker, OKC, 606.8182 $ SCRATCH Isn’t that the best place for food to come from? Entrees, sides and wondrous craft cocktails are carefully concocted inhouse. 132 W Main, Norman, 801.2900 $$ SYRUP The most enticing meal of the day is at this unique breakfast boutique (the crunchy French toast is something special).

123 E Main, Norman, 701.1143 $ VAST Steaks, seafood and globally inspired American cuisine, with a view truly unparalleled in Oklahoma. 280 W Sheridan, 49th floor, OKC, 702.7262 $$ VICEROY GRILLE Opulent décor, comfortable environs and some outstanding cuisine make a strong recommendation for the Ambassador Hotel’s in-house restaurant; don’t overlook the brunch options. 1200 N Walker Ave, OKC, 600.6200 $$$ WAFFLE CHAMPION A Midtown diner bringing joy to those addicted to its gourmet sweet or savory waffle options. 1212 N Walker, OKC, 525.9235 $

VII ASIAN BISTRO A bright, sleek interior and savory spate of Chinese and Vietnamese options. 2900 N Classen, OKC, 604.2939 $

BAKERY BIG SKY BREAD Enjoy cookies, scones, brownies or granola, plus an incredible bevy of fresh-baked bread. 6606 N Western, OKC, 879.0330 $ BROWN’S BAKERY An incredible selection of delicious traditional and specialty cakes, cookies, breads and other baked goods. 1100 N Walker, OKC, 232.0363 $ CUPCAKES TO GO GO Love of travel (and a sweet tooth) inspire the myriad flavor combinations in this trove of treats – its rotating menu means every trip reveals a different taste destination. 2524 W Edmond Rd, Edmond, 330.2190 $ CUPPIES & JOE The name is only part of the story: it’s cupcakes and coffee and pie and live music and a cozy, trendy vibe and more.

727 NW 23rd, OKC, 528.2122 $ KITCHEN NO. 324 Seasonally inspired café, coffee curator and craft bakery serving spectacular rustic American cuisine. 324 N Robinson, OKC, 763.5911 $ LA BAGUETTE Comfort and exquisite baking make a tres chic destination for brunch and beyond. 1130 Rambling Oaks, Norman, 329.1101; 2100 W Main, Norman, 329.5822 $ NONNA’S BAKERY Scrumptious cream pies, cakes and much more founded on family recipes – walk in and pick or call ahead to order. 1 Mickey Mantle, OKC, 235.4410 $ PIE JUNKIE Call ahead to order a whole pie or quiche or walk in and choose from what’s on hand; either way the flavors are incredible.

1711 NW 16th, OKC, 605.8767 $ SARA SARA CUPCAKES The ambiance and milk bar make great additions to the variety of specialty cupcakes in this charming little converted house. 7 NW 9th, OKC, 600.9494 $

BAR // PUB FOOD 51ST STREET SPEAKEASY The joint’s porch and patio are perpetually packed, and the top-shelf spirits and beers flow with joyous abandon. 1114 NW 51st, OKC, 463.0470 $ ABNER’S ALE HOUSE Beers and whiskies of the best, plus knockout dishes aimed at recreating the true English public house vibe.

121 E Main, Norman, 928.5801 $$

PELOTON Brake for a handful of apps, sandwiches and salads plus a great wine and beer selection. 900 N Broadway Ave, OKC 605.0513 $ PUB W Multiple atmospheres for whatever vibe you like, and a menu of choice beer and “new classic” fare from barbeque wings to thick pork chops. 3720 W Robinson, Norman, 701.5844 $$ REPUBLIC GASTROPUB Part beer bar and part upscale eatery, pairing a vast selection of quality brews with imaginative menu items.

5830 N Classen Blvd, OKC, 286.4577 $$ SAINTS An inviting Irish bar where whiskey and beer offerings pair nicely with classics like shepherd’s pie, bangers and fish and chips. 1715 NW 16th, OKC, 602.6308 $$ SEAN CUMMINGS’ Classic Irish fare delivered with engaging and gracious service.

Plus, naturally, there’s Guinness on tap. 7523 N May, OKC, 755.2622 $$ URBAN WINEWORKS Made-in-Oklahoma wine paired with haute culinary creations featuring rabbit, duck, pork belly and more.

1749 NW 16th, OKC, 525.9463 $$ VZD’S The unusually broad, tasty bar menu draws a substantial lunch crowd; try the turkey burger, the chili or both. 4200 N Western, OKC, 524.4203 $ WES WELKER’S The food shows great variety and imagination, like duck nachos, and the bevy of TVs and 83 available beers ain’t bad either. 3121 W Memorial, OKC, 608.2200 $$

BARBEQUE EARL’S RIB PALACE Beloved by locals in a competitive genre, the chain pounds out hit ribs and turkey as well as a top-tier burger. 6 metro locations, earlsribpalace.com $ IRON STARR URBAN BARBEQUE Named for notorious outlaw Belle Starr, its entrees are excellent, but the sides are equal players as well. 3700 N Shartel, OKC, 524.5925 $$ LEO’S BAR-B-Q Rich flavor and tender texture for commendable value – no wonder it’s a periennial favorite among Oklahoma connoisseurs. 3631 N Kelley, OKC 424.5367 $ RUDY’S Totally casual – plastic trays and utensils – with serious barbeque chops. 3450 Chautauqua, Norman, 307.0552; 3437 W Memorial, OKC, 254.4712 $$

THE BARREL Drink deep of top-shelf wines, beers and whiskies, braced by thoroughly appetizing pub fusion cuisine. 4308 N Western, OKC, 525.6682 $

BURGERS // SANDWICHES

BELLE ISLE BREWERY Live music, handcrafted beers and a great burger selection in 50 Penn Place. 1900 NW Expressway, OKC, 840.1911 $

BISON WITCHES Monster sandwiches with standout flavors, best enjoyed with a bread bowl of fresh hot soup and a bag of pretzels.

211 E Main, Norman, 364.7555 $

180 MERIDIAN GRILL Blending Asian cuisine with U.S. culture: sirloin with teriyaki butter, hoisin BBQ duck pizza and sushi options. 2541 W Main, Norman, 310.6110 $$

BLU FINE WINE & FOOD A sleek bar that stands out due to quick, courteous service and a menu with gourmet range. 201 S Crawford, Norman, 360.4258 $$

CAFÉ PLAID Fresh sandwiches begging to be combined with sensational salads (veggie, tuna, pasta…) – an ideal lunch spot near OU. 333 W Boyd, Norman, 360.2233 $

DOT WO GARDEN Dot Wo continues its legacy by pairing sumptuous classics of Chinese cuisine with fiery, fresh sushi. 6161 N May, OKC, 608.2388 $$

CLUB ONE15 A nightclub vibe with energetic music and three bars, plus a robust menu including fajitas, pasta bowls and seafood.

115 E Sheridan, OKC, 605.5783 $$

GRAND HOUSE A Chinese restaurant that goes the extra mile to provide enjoyable ambiance alongside its excellent cuisine. 2701 N Classen, OKC, 524.7333 $$

DEEP DEUCE GRILL A funky, comfortable alternative to Bricktown crowds, featuring burgers, beer and a people-watching patio.

307 NE 2nd, OKC, 235.9100 $

GUERNSEY PARK A hidden treasure on an Uptown back street, it’s home to tasty Asian fusion with a hint of French influence. 2418 N Guernsey, OKC, 605.5272 $$

JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S Designed to bring Ireland’s pub culture to OKC, this Midtown hotspot features 350 varieties of beer. 1100 Classen Dr, OKC, 601.7468 $$

WHISKEY CAKE High-quality locally sourced food served in a homey atmosphere. Enjoy – and don’t forget the namesake dessert. 1845 NW Expressway, OKC, 582.2253 $$

ASIAN

CHARCOAL OVEN Serving premium charbroiled burgers since 1958 for the flavor of a backyard cookout via drive-in.

2701 NW Expressway, OKC $ COW CALF-HAY The selections are ample and the delicious never-frozen patties are mmmmmassive. 3409 Wynn, Edmond, 509.2333, 212 N Harvey, OKC, 601.6180 $ FLATIRE BURGERS Boasting innovations like sauerkraut, pineapple relish and habanero salsa.100 N University, Edmond, 974.4638; 6315 NW 39th Expwy, Bethany, 603.2822 $

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FARE | Eat & Drink GARAGE BURGERS & BEER, THE The focus is on the many tempting flavor possibilities of huge, juicy burgers and fries. 5 metro locations, eatatthegarage.com $

SERVICE STATION A former filling station with vintage décor, now serving up delicious half-pound burgers and fries. 502 S Webster, Norman, 364.2136 $

COFFEE SLINGERS Rocking a brisk, urban vibe on Automobile Alley, it’s a gathering place for genuine java enthusiasts. 1015 N Broadway, OKC, 606.2763 $

HILLBILLY PO BOYS Unassuming name; mighty appealing flavor in tasty seafood sandwiches and the licit thrill of moonshine cocktails. 1 NW 9th, OKC, 702.9805 $

SOONER DAIRY LUNCH This modest little drive-in has been feeding its staunch fans delicious burgers, tots and shakes for over six decades. 1820 W Main, Norman, 321.8526 $

DISTRICT HOUSE Pop into the Plaza District for beans from Tulsa’s Topeca Coffee, deli sandwiches and the occasional live music event. 1755 NW 16th, OKC $

ICE HOUSE Big, beefy burgers (made by Nic of Nic’s Grill), salads and shakes, with the gorgeous Myriad Gardens as a backdrop. 125 Ron Norick, OKC, 232.6427 $ IRMA’S BURGER SHACK Simply great fries, rings and burgers; try the No Name Ranch beef. 1035 NW 63rd, OKC, 840.4762; 1120 Classen Dr, OKC, 235.4762 $ JOHNNIE’S CHARCOAL BROILER Freshground burgers cooked over real charcoal; try the Cheese Theta or Caesar varieties. 4 metro locations, johnniesok.com $ LOUIE’S GRILL & BAR Casually cool and come-as-you-are bar-type hangouts excelling at burgers, sandwiches and pizzas.

12 metro locations, louiesgrillandbar.com $ LOUIE’S ON THE LAKE An unbeatable view of Lake Hefner from the spacious patio adds ambiance to tasty entrees under $10. 9401 Lake Hefner Pkwy, OKC, 751.2298 $

TEXADELPHIA The menu draws raves for burgers and wraps, but especially the monstrous made-to-order cheesesteaks.

200 S Oklahoma, OKC, 208.4000 $ TUCKER’S ONION BURGERS A small menu whose bravura execution makes the meal hard to forget. 3 metro locations, tuckersonionburgers.com $ URBAN JOHNNIE’S Gourmet burgers and more in a sleek bar atmosphere from the minds behind Johnnie’s Charcoal Broiler. 121 NE 2nd, OKC, 208.4477 $

COFFEEHOUSE // TEA ROOM

MULE, THE Solid beer and beverage selection plus delectable gourmet grilled cheeses and melts (ingredients range from fontina to figs).

1630 N Blackwelder, OKC, 601.1400 $

ALL ABOUT CHA Universal standards and unusual concoctions (the sweet potato latte is a wonder) in bright, bustling atmosphere.

3272 S Broadway, Edmond, 340.9959; 7300 N Western, OKC, 840.7725 $

ND FOODS Gigantic Boar’s Head deli sandwiches, homemade soups and freshly baked cookies, pies and other desserts. 2632 W Britton Rd, OKC, 840.9364 $

BEATNIX CAFÉ, THE Get a sandwich, cup of hearty soup or powerhouse latte in the lovely laid-back vibe that pervades this dawdling spot. 136 NW 13th, OKC, 604.0211 $

NIC’S GRILL It’s small, it’s crowded … and it’s incredible. Mounds of fresh fries and colossal burgers, easily among the metro’s best. 1202 N Penn, OKC, 524.0999 $

THE BLUE BEAN Smoothies, pastries and sweet treats, plus excellent small-batch roasted coffee – try the specialty flavor combos. 13316 S Western, OKC, 735.5115 $

S&B’S BURGER JOINT Good news: these super-tasty burgers come as sliders too, the better to sample more selections. 5 metro locations, sandbburgers.com $

CAFÉ EVOKE Outstanding coffee and other beverages from one of the area’s great caterers; plus soup, sandwiches, snacks or sweets. 103 S Broadway, Edmond, 285.1522 $

4308 N Western Ave (405) 525-6682

ELEMENTAL COFFEE Seriously spectacular coffee roasted in-house - passionate staff is always eager to share knowledge about the process. 815 N Hudson, OKC, 633.1703 $ MICHELANGELO’S Enjoy exceptional coffees and wines, a well-stocked pastry case and even breakfast and lunch selections. 207 E Main, Norman, 579.3387 $ PARAMOUNT, THE A Film Row joint with a screening room attached, its all-day beverage menu delivers the stuff dreams are made of. 701 W Sheridan, OKC, 517.0787 $ RED CUP Comfortably ramshackle with great coffee, vegetarian-friendly specials and live music. Highly recommended! 3122 N Classen Blvd, OKC, 525.3430 $ T, AN URBAN TEAHOUSE This endearing retreat offers over 100 varieties and expert counsel to explore a world of possibili-teas.

7518 N May, OKC, 418.4333 $

CONTINENTAL BIN 73 Diners can fill up on filet mignon or simply top the evening off with tapas while enjoying the full bar and chic ambiance. 7312 N Western, OKC, 843.0073 $$ BLACKBIRD A gastropub with succulent creativity (pot roast nachos!) and a broad beer, wine and whiskey list. 575 S University, Norman, 928.5555 $$ CHEEVER’S Southwestern-influenced recipes and contemporary comfort food;

truly one of the city’s finest restaurants.

2409 N Hudson, OKC, 525.7007 $$ COACH HOUSE, THE Definitely among the metro’s most elegant dining: specialties prepared with classical perfection. 6437 Avondale, OKC, 842.1000 $$$ KYLE’S 1025 For an evening of understated sophistication, Kyle’s magnificent steaks, prime seafood, tapas or even meatloaf are a must. 1025 NW 70th, OKC, 840.0115 $$ LOTTINVILLES Rotisserie chicken, woodgrilled salmon and a host of entrees, salads and panini; the Sunday brunch is epic. 801 Signal Ridge, Edmond, 341.2244 $$ MANTEL, THE Marvelous steaks and seafood (don’t miss the lobster bisque), in a refined, intimate atmosphere. 201 E Sheridan, OKC, 236.8040 $$$ MELTING POT, THE Make a meal an event to remember with an elegant fondue feast.

4 E Sheridan, OKC, 235.1000 $$$ METRO WINE BAR & BISTRO, THE A comfortably upscale favorite covering cuisines from vichyssoise to crème brulée.

6418 N Western, OKC, 840.9463 $$ MICHAEL’S GRILL Urbane, intimate dining: steaks, chops, seafood and pastas, and Caesar salad prepared tableside. 2824 W Country Club, OKC, 810.9000 $$$ MUSEUM CAFÉ, THE Inside the OKC Museum of Art, its European-inspired menu delights for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. 415 Couch, OKC, 235.6262 $$ NONNA’S EURO-AMERICAN RISTORANTE A cozily appointed, opulent atmosphere housing distinctive cuisine and drinks. 1 Mickey Mantle, OKC, 235.4410 $$$ PARK AVENUE GRILL A soigne dining experience in the Skirvin Hilton, blending traditional steak and seafood with 1930s high style. 1 Park, OKC, 702.8444 $$$

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INDIAN

PASEO GRILL Intimate inside and cheerful on the patio, with an award-winning menu of distinctive flavors – try the duck salad.

2909 Paseo, OKC, 601.1079 $$$

OLD GERMANY Justly renowned for its Bavarian delights – the schnitzels, soups and sausages are spectacular. 15920 SE 29th, Choctaw, 390.8647 $$$

ROCOCO RESTAURANT & FINE WINE A diverse international menu set off by select wines. 12252 N May, OKC, 212.4577; 2824 N Penn, OKC, 528.2824 $$

ROYAL BAVARIA Excellent renditions of traditional dishes, plus fantastisch housebrewed beers. 3401 S Sooner, Moore, 799.7666 $$$

GOPURAM – TASTE OF INDIA A fullservice restaurant with the feel of fine dining, even during the inexpensive and plentiful lunch buffet. 4559 NW 23rd, OKC, 948.7373 $$

HEALTHY // ECLECTIC

KHAZANA INDIAN GRILL The food is superior and very fresh; the staff is delightful, and new diners can even get a guide. 4900 N May, OKC, 948.6606 $$

JOEY’S A creative pizzeria on OKC’s Film Row, Joey’s serves first-rate appetizers and salads along with its mouth-watering pies.

700 W Sheridan, OKC, 525.8503 $$

MISAL OF INDIA A Norman institution for over 30 years, specializing in tandooricooked delicacies in splendid ambiance. 580 Ed Noble Pkwy, Norman, 579.5600 $$

KEN’S PIZZA An old favorite returns to Edmond with its signature thin crust and spicy sauce set to win new fans. 628 W Danforth Rd, Edmond $

TAJ A tremendous set of Indian staples and delicacies, plus full lunch and dinner buffets.

1500 NW 23rd, OKC, 601.1888 $$

KNUCK’S WHEELHOUSE Homemade daily with sauces from scratch, it’s a tasty and varied stopover for Bricktown wanderers as well as a pizza-lover’s destination in its own right. 103 E California, OKC, 605.4422 $

SEVEN47 Enjoy sleek, swank décor and an appealingly broad menu including a tantalizing brunch. 747 Asp, Norman, 701.8622 $$ SIGNATURE GRILL Unassuming locale; huge culinary rewards of French and Italian flavors in a few select dishes. 1317 E Danforth, Edmond, 330.4548 $$$ WEST The staff is speedy, the décor sleek and modern, and the entrées wide-ranging but elegantly simple. 6714 N Western, OKC, 607.4072 $$

FRENCH LA BAGUETTE BISTRO Fine dining (linger over multiple courses often) with an exceptional bakery, deli and butcher shop on site. 7408 N May, OKC, 840.3047 $$

COOLGREENS Customization encouraged; every available component in salads, wraps and frozen yogurt is naturally delicious. 3 metro locations, coolgreens.com $$ EARTH, THE Super, super fresh sandwiches, salads and soups in one of the most vegetarian- and vegan-friendly menus you’ll ever see. 750 Asp, Norman, 573.5933 $ LOCAL Using fine, fresh regionally sourced ingredients, its menu changes seasonally but its warm atmosphere is constant. 2262 W Main, Norman, 928.5600 $$ LUDIVINE The menu adjusts constantly to reflect availability of elite-quality, locally sourced ingredients. 805 N Hudson, OKC, 778.6800 $$$

WHISPERING PINES B&B A secluded getaway housing sumptuous, savory cuisine in quiet comfort. 7820 E Highway 9, Norman, 447.0202 $$$

ICE CREAM // YOGURT

GERMAN

IL DOLCE GELATO Rich, creamy and decadently delicious, handmade daily from scratch. 937 SW 25th St, Moore, 794.7266; 1318 N Interstate Dr, Norman, 329.7744 $

DAS BOOT CAMP Exceptional cuisine (and magnificent beer) in a fast-paced location downtown. 229 E Main, Norman, 701.3748 $ INGRID’S Authentic German fare, including outstanding Oklahoma-made bratwurst. Don’t overlook breakfast, or the bakery counter! 3701 N Youngs, OKC, 946.8444 $$

ORANGE LEAF Dozens and dozens of tasty, waistline-friendly flavors and toppings, charged by the ounce. 9 metro locations, orangeleafyogurt.com $ PEACHWAVE A full 50 flavors – every one low-fat or non-fat – of the finest, freshest ingredients in customized combinations. 3 metro locations, peachwaveyogurt.com $

ITALIAN // PIZZA BELLINI’S Tasteful in décor and Italian offerings alike, this romantic nightspot quietly, confidently exudes elegance. 6305 Waterford Blvd, OKC, 848.1065 $$ BENVENUTI’S Subtly flavored minestrone to rich, hearty ragouts, the fare keeps the booths full; don’t overlook Sunday brunch.

105 W Main, Norman, 310.5271 $$ CAFFE PRANZO The atmosphere raises firsttime diners’ hopes; the execution exceeds them as classic dishes are elevated to greatness. 9622 N May, OKC, 755.3577 $$ EMPIRE SLICE HOUSE Reigning over the Plaza District in New York style, it offers whole pizzas or slices, a full bar and a primo patio. 1734 NW 16th, OKC $ GABRIELLA’S A fresh chapter in the family’s delectable legacy; one bite of the homemade Italian sausage should win diners’ hearts with ease. 1226 NE 63rd, OKC, 478.4955 $$

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HIDEAWAY PIZZA Incredible pizza in jovial surroundings; it’s amassed a devoted following for over half a century. 7 metro locations, hideawaypizza.com $$ HUMBLE PIE PIZZERIA No humility needed for this true Chicago-style pizza, boasting perhaps the best crust known to man. 1319 S Broadway, Edmond, 715.1818 $

OTHELLO’S Warm mussels to tiramisu – all you could want in a romantic Italian café.

434 Buchanan, Norman, 701.4900; 1 S Broadway, Edmond, 330.9045 $$ PIZZA 23 A tempting suite of specialty pies and good beer selection in crisp, urban décor.

600-B NW 23rd St, OKC, 601.6161 $$ REVOLVE PIZZA A fully customizable dining experience: guests build their dream pies from the crust up and the quick-fire brick ovens do the rest. 5500 W Memorial, OKC, 792.2858 $ SOPHABELLA’S A quiet, classy gem offering premier tastes from Chicago and beyond in style. 7628 N May, OKC, 879.0100 $$$ STELLA MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE A luscious spate of tastes for a casual lunch, romantic dinner or brunch, amid stylish scenery. 1201 N Walker, OKC, 235.2200 $$ TOMMY’S An old favorite returns to the metro to provide primo pasta, pizzas and plenty of ambiance. 5516 W Memorial, OKC, 470.5577 $$

UPPER CRUST This pizzeria and wine bar specializes in thin-crust, New York-style pies. 5860 N Classen Blvd, OKC, 842.7743; 1205 NW 178th, Edmond, 285.8887 $$ VICTORIA’S A shabby-comfortable atmosphere with local art on its walls and the art of pasta on its plates – try the chicken lasagna. 327 White, Norman, 329.0377 $ VITO’S RISTORANTE Homestyle Italian cuisine in an intimate setting where the staff treat customers like guests in their home. 7521 N May, OKC, 848.4867 $$ WEDGE, THE Wood-fired pies with fresh ingredients (like figs or truffle oil) and sauce from scratch. 230 NE 1st, OKC, 270.0660; 4709 N Western, OKC, 602.3477 $$

JAPANESE // SUSHI CAFÉ ICON Tempting sushi and Japanese specialties fill the menu to bursting with visually splendid and palate-pleasing treats. 311 S Blackwelder, Edmond, 340.8956 $$ GOGO SUSHI Prime for lovers of speed and convenience – go go check it out! 1611 S Service Rd, Moore, 794.3474; 432 NW 10th, OKC, 602.6333 $$ IN THE RAW DUNWELL SUSHI A chic space on the Bricktown Canal offering excellent sushi, specialty rolls and sake.

200 S Oklahoma, OKC, 702.1325 $$ MUSASHI’S Exquisitely flavorful Japanese cuisine prepared with genuine artistry by skilled chefs at tableside hibachi grills.

4315 N Western, OKC, 602.5623 $$ SUSHI BAR, THE Sushi staples done with élan, plus more adventurous options, in a bustling, comfortable environment. 1201 NW 178th, OKC, 285.7317 $$ SUSHI NEKO An established OKC favorite combining style (sleek, brisk, classy) with

substance (in a broad and creative menu).

4318 N Western, OKC, 528.8862 $$ TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT It’s small with a traditional menu; but it’s palpably fresh and routinely cited as among the metro’s best. 7516 N Western, OKC, 848.6733 $$

MEDITERRANEAN AVANTI BAR & GRILL Casual elegance with contemporary Italian menu twists: crab falafel, bolognese pizza and more. 13509 Highland Park, OKC, 254.5200 $$ BASIL MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ Chicken Bandarri, Beef Souvlaki or a fresh bowl of tangy tabouli; flavor leaps from every corner of the menu. 211 NW 23rd, OKC, 602.3030 $ COUSCOUS CAFE Traditional Moroccan tagine dishes to favorites like homemade falafel and kofta, with a bounty for vegetarians. 6165 N May, OKC, 286.1533 $ HAIGET’S Vegan-friendly – and friendly in general – this gem rewards the adventurous with Ethiopian and Kenyan specialties. 308 W Edmond Rd, Edmond, 509.6441 $$ MEDITERRANEAN IMPORTS & DELI Selected groceries and a menu stocked with options; the food is authentic, quick and spectacular. 5620 N May, OKC, 810.9494 $ NUNU’S Tangy, tantalizing, fresh and healthy flavors, reproduced from generations-old recipes. 3131 W Memorial, OKC, 751.7000 $ QUEEN OF SHEBA A spicy, vegan-friendly menu of Ethiopian delights awaits the bold.

Bring friends and be prepared to linger.

2308 N MacArthur, OKC, 606.8616 $$ ZORBA’S Family recipes proudly share flavors of Cyprus, Spain, Greece and Morocco. 6014 N May, OKC, 947.7788 $

MEXICAN // LATIN AMERICAN

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP Jumbo burritos, big salads and especially shrimp tacos – quickly and in plenitude. 752 Asp, Norman, 701.1000; 208 Johnny Bench, OKC, 602.3899 $

1492 Authentic Mexican cuisine in an elegant, romantic setting with perhaps the world’s best mojitos. 1207 N Walker, OKC, 236.1492 $$

IGUANA MEXICAN GRILL Unique Mexican flavor in a fun atmosphere at reasonable prices. 9 NW 9th, OKC, 606.7172; 6482 Avondale, OKC, 607.8193 $$

ABUELO’S The variety, plates, flavors and experience are all huge. No passport required. 17 E Sheridan, OKC, 235.1422; 3001 W Memorial, OKC, 755.2680 $$

INCA TRAIL Flavors from around the world, piquant ceviches to homemade flan. 10948 N May, OKC, 286.0407 $$

ALFREDO’S Kick back with an agave limeade and peruse the ample menu’s avocado enchiladas, fried tacos and more.

4 metro locations, alfredosok.com $$ BIG TRUCK TACOS It’s often standingroom-only at lunch, but don’t let that deter you from fresh, imaginative taco creations. 530 NW 23rd, OKC, 525.8226 $ CAFÉ DO BRASIL It’s a long way to Rio, but the spicy, savory menu covers the distance in a mouthful. 440 NW 11th, OKC, 525.9779 $$ CAFÉ KACAO A sunlit space filled with bright, vibrant Guatemalan flavors. The breakfast specialties truly dazzle. 3325 N Classen, OKC, 602.2883 $ CANTINA LAREDO A sophisticated take on Mexican fare, specializing in fresh fish and Angus beef. 1901 NW Expressway (in Penn Square Mall), OKC, 840.1051 $$ CHILTEPES Chuchitos to atol de elote, this Plaza District restaurant serves as a guided tour to the wondrous flavors of Guatemala. 1800 NW 16th, OKC, 601.0384 $$ CHUY’S The portions are substantial, the Hatch chile-fueled flavors are strong and the vibe is playfully enthusiastic. 760 N Interstate Dr, Norman, 360.0881 $$

JUAN DEL FUEGO This self-styled MexiDiner dishes up breakfast and lunch from both sides of the border. 223 34th Ave SW, Norman, 310.20302 $ LA BRASA Flavors of Peru make for a powerfully delicious dining experience in ceviches, sandwiches, fried rice and other entrees. 1310 NW 25th, OKC, 524.2251 $$ LA LUNA Its festive cantina-style atmosphere only adds to the enjoyment of classic fajitas, enchiladas and the bold carne ranchera. 409 W Reno, OKC, 235.9596 $$ MAMA ROJA MEXICAN KITCHEN Hand-rolled tamales, vendor-style tacos and more, on the scenic shores of Lake Hefner. 9219 E Lake Hefner Pkwy, OKC, 302.6262 $$ MAMAVECA Familiar Mexican favorites plus the diverse delights of Peruvian cuisine. 2551 W Hemphill, Norman, 573.4003 $$ TARAHUMARA’S This airy ristorante serves huge, tasty Tex-Mex classics plus less ubiquitous fare like mole poblano.

702 N Porter, Norman, 360.8070 $$ TED’S CAFÉ ESCONDIDO Fast, fresh and amply portioned, it’s often very crowded and always supremely delicious. 4 metro locations, tedscafe.com $$

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FARE | Eat & Drink YUCATAN TACO STAND Feisty Latin fusion cuisine plus signature nachos and combos… and over 75 tequilas. 100 E California, Suite 110, OKC, 886.0413 $

bar. 4300 N Western, OKC, 604.0990 $$ KD’S Pork chops, stuffed catfish, shrimp and grits and more of Kevin Durant’s favorite foods, presented with skill and vim – and a dose of star power.

224 Johnny Bench Dr, OKC, 701.3535 $$

ZARATE’S The familiar joys of enchiladas and chimichangas, plus Peruvian dishes of plantains, yuca and imported spices.

706 S Broadway, Edmond, 330.6400 $$

SEAFOOD

MAMA E’S WINGS & WAFFLES A labor of love adored by locals seeking authentic Southern classics. 3838 Springlake, OKC, 424.0800; 900 W Reno, OKC, 231.1190 $

FISH CITY GRILL Shrimp and grits, oysters on the half shell… anyone who wishes Oklahoma had a coastline should feel right at home. 1389 E 15th, Edmond, 348.2300 $$

MJ’S Super-tasty individual box meals (hint: Jambalaya Sammich) or enormous feasts for parties, give this caterer some prep time and they’ll rock your taste buds. Appointment only. 548.5657 $$

JAZMO’Z BOURBON STREET CAFÉ An upscale yet casual environment boasting Cajun and Creole-inspired selections. 100 E California, OKC, 232.6666 $$

STEAKHOUSE

PEARL’S CRABTOWN A huge Bricktown warehouse where the Crab Boil is a favorite and taste is king. 303 E Sheridan, OKC, 232.7227 $$

BOULEVARD STEAKHOUSE Perfectly soigné ambiance and cuisine easily in the metro’s elite – a sumptuous, if pricy, masterpiece. 505 S Boulevard, Edmond, 715.2333 $$$

PEARL’S OYSTER BAR A perennial winner in “best of the metro” polls for fresh, flavorful seafood and spicy Creoleinspired dishes. 5641 N Classen, OKC, 848.8008 $$

CATTLEMEN’S This Oklahoma institution’s huge corn-fed steaks and matchless atmosphere are history served anew every day. 1309 S Agnew, OKC, 236.0416 $$

SHACK SEAFOOD & OYSTER BAR, THE A massive selection of nicely spiced Cajun and Creole cooking, plus seafood. 13801 Quail Pointe Dr, OKC, 286.5959 $$

GEORGE, THE High atop Founders Tower, its spectacular view adds savor to expert chef-driven creations featuring prime beef. 5900 Mosteller Dr, OKC, 607.4360 $$$

SOUL FOOD

HOLLIE’S FLATIRON STEAKHOUSE Plush and cozy, with entrees seared on a flatiron grill and a kick of Southwestern spice in the menu. 1199 Service Rd, Moore, 799.0300 $$

BIGHEAD’S Fried alligator, frog legs and simmering, savory seafood gumbo – it’s a bayou treat right nearby. 617 S Broadway, Edmond, 340.1925 $$

JAMIL’S STEAKHOUSE Steak, lobster or prime rib with Lebanese appetizers gratis – Jamil’s has fed Oklahoma well since 1964.

4910 N Lincoln, OKC, 525.8352 $$

THE DRUM ROOM Crispy, juicy fried chicken (among the city’s best) stars with fried okra, waffles and a fully loaded

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JUNIOR’S A landmark restaurant where hand-cut Angus steaks and lobster fight for attention with knockout fried chicken.

2601 NW Expressway, OKC, 848.5597 $$$ MAHOGANY PRIME STEAKHOUSE The ambiance and service are sublime, but fine aged steak broiled to perfection is the star.

3241 W Memorial, OKC, 748.5959 $$$ MICKEY MANTLE’S This lushly atmospheric social spot in Bricktown serves powerhouse entrées and sides and with full amenities. 7 S Mickey Mantle, OKC, 272.0777 $$$ OPUS PRIME STEAKHOUSE Hand-cut USDA Prime Black Angus steaks, a vast wine selection and intimate ambience. 800 W Memorial, OKC, 607.6787 $$$ RANCH STEAKHOUSE Effortless opulence, custom-aged hand-cut tenderloins and ribeyes and warm Southern hospitality. 3000 W Britton, OKC, 755.3501 $$$ RED PRIMESTEAK Visionary design and atmosphere house super-premium steaks, vibrant, imaginative flavors and amenities.

504 N Broadway, OKC, 232.2626 $$$ TWELVE OAKS Lobster, seafood and divine steak, enhanced even more by the ambiance of a hilltop Victorian home. 6100 N Midwest, Edmond, 340.1002 $$$

THAI PAD THAI Dine in or carry out beautifully executed exemplars of soups, curries and noodles. 119 W Boyd, Norman, 360.5551 $ SALA THAI Pineapple curry, basil squid, cinnamon beef... the variety is exceptional, making this a popular midday option. 1614 NW 23rd, OKC, 528.8424 $

outstanding curries and soups, it makes a great dinner date. 211 W Main, Norman, 217.8424 $$ TANA THAI There’s a lot to like here, from red snapper filet to pad thai. Pay attention to the soups, and do not play chicken with the spice level. 10700 N May, OKC, 749.5590 $$

VIETNAMESE CORIANDER CAFÉ Updating traditional Vietnamese recipes, this vegetarianfriendly café makes a quick, casual dining alternative. 323 White, Norman, 801.3958 $ LIDO Spring rolls to vermicelli bowls, this venerable diner runs the gamut of Vietnamese,Chinese and even French cuisine. 2518 N Military, OKC, 521.1902 $$ PHO CA DAO Vermicelli bowls, rice platters, piping hot pho, icy cold bubble tea and more. 2431 N Classen Blvd, OKC, 521.8819 $ PHO BULOUS Super fresh and super fast, specialties like Honey Ginger Chicken or Wasabi Salmon merit closer inspection.

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TOP 10 Prime starting points for making the most of the month 86

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NOTE-PERFECT A fresh season of beautiful music with the OKC Philharmonic 92

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WELCOME TO EDMOND INTERNATIONAL Armstrong Auditorium brings a world of culture to town 94

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The Top

By Steve Gill

IT’S A BIG, BUSY METRO OUT THERE – IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT TO EVERYTHING, HERE’S WHERE TO START.

Welcome to the Big Show

September 11-21, State Fairgrounds It doesn’t get much bigger than this – musical entertainment including Beatlemania Live! and the Charlie Daniels Band, the spectacles of Disney on Ice and the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour, tons of special exhibits, vendors and prizewinning creations, a midway crowded with entertainment and inimitable food everywhere … there’s a reason this cavalcade of delights is called The Great State Fair of Oklahoma.

A NIGHT OF LIGHT

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September 5, OKC Golf & Country Club When the Oklahoma City Museum of Art saw that it was time for its annual Renaissance Ball, it said, “Let there be ‘A Luminous Evening!’”

The 39th annual ball will continue in the event’s tradition of blacktie elegance, featuring cocktails, dinner, dancing to The SoulSations and a special tribute to longtime supporters Tom and Judy Love – it should be positively illuminating.

September 6, Embassy Suites Norman With football season underway, Big Brothers Big Sisters has caught the gameday spirit – so you’re invited to share in The Big Tailgate, a tasting event featuring local restaurants’ best dishes in a rah-rah atmosphere (that’s likely to become literal during the evening) enlivened by local bands and mascots. Don a jersey and some eye black, and help make life a little better for local kids.

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September 18, St. Luke’s Methodist Church That’s basically the mission of the OKC Town Hall Lecture Series: to bring a world of viewpoints to metro residents through the presentations of excellent guest speakers. A new season begins with a visit from former Governor and lifelong state resident George Nigh, who’s slated to recount “Oklahoma History Through My Eyes As I Lived It.”

September 18-January 3, Oklahoma Heritage Museum Organized by Inclusion in Art, this collection called “Connection” combines works by Nathan Lee, Samia Dempsey, Behnaz Sohrabian and Paul Medina – though they work in different genres and media, their common thread is a desire to prompt emotional response from viewers in an exhibit based on the different ways that art unifies us all.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN

September 26-October 5, OKC Civic Center Or maybe that should be called “Hard Times.” The forced journey of the Joad family is an arduous one, with no hope remaining behind in Oklahoma and painful disappointments and disillusionments ahead in California – but humanity shines through in the darkest hours as CityRep and TheatreOCU brave the bitterness of Steinbeck’s seminal “The Grapes of Wrath.”

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THE TURNING OF THE SEASONS

September 28, Santa Fe Depot Weather notwithstanding, it’s officially autumn this month, and that means (to mangle a phrase from George R.R. Martin) Winter Wind is coming. The Depot’s biweekly concert series is launching with an appearance from Gretchen Peters, a songwriter of some repute whose strumming skills and warm presence behind a microphone makes her a great performer in her own right.

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A LIFESAVING LAP

September 28, Myriad Gardens AIDS is a powerfully destructive force – it can’t be fought alone, and no one should have to try. That’s why the theme for 2014’s AIDS Walk OKC is “Step Together.” All the fun to be had during the RED Run 5K, family festival, puppy parade and communal walk through downtown OKC will help raise awareness and funds, aiding nonprofits that help Oklahomans living with the syndrome.

September 27, Plaza District For people inspired by the concept of area revitalization, this might be the sweetest 16 of all. Northwest 16th Street is the locus of the Plaza District, and the nexus of the neighborhood’s annual creative blowout … and this happens to be the 16th Plaza District Festival, boasting local food trucks, Oklahoma visual and performing artists, arts and crafts, kids’ activities and more exuberance than ever.

TODAY WORTH REMEMBERING September 29, OKC Civic Center Celebrity Attractions has a once-in-a-lifetime treat in store for Oklahoma City – with a capital T, and that rhymes with C, and that stands for “Cool.” Shirley Jones herself hosts “The Music Man in Concert,” a 50th anniversary celebration of the tuneful tale in which she played Marion the librarian. Live performance and movie clips combine for an unforgettable evening.

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TOURING IN TIME

By Steve Gill // Photos by Carli Wentworth

EVERYTHING CHANGES. Humanity has been saying so since at least the days of Ovid (over 2,000 years ago), and probably long before that; personal fashions to mighty empires … nothing lasts forever. But some things are worth holding on to.

Five houses built over 75 years ago – one’s already a centenarian – and affectionately preserved through all the decades since are opening their doors to visitors eager to explore sterling examples of vintage architecture, appreciate different ways the highlights of the past can be incorporated into modern living and absorb historic charm in the heart of the city. It’s time for the 48th annual Heritage Hills Home and Garden Tour, September 27-28 in Oklahoma City.

Still a force for preservation and increased awareness of the city’s architectural and cultural heritage, the tour itself changes from year to year: 2014’s event features tastes from The Loaded Bowl, G’s Chili, Big Truck Tacos and Kaiteki Ramen, live music, featured performances by the OKC Ballet and pop-up shops at the Overholser Mansion. Guests can join the narrated tour held at 2pm both days, or take their own self-guided ramble through the five featured tour homes. It’s an exceptionally pleasant bit of time travel.

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439 N.W. 14TH STREET David and Merideth Ferris Built in 1907

To appreciate this home’s journey through time, check out the historic photo in the downstairs bath: it was built as a prairie farm house before being remodeled into a steeply gabled English cottage.

It’s still fairly new to the Ferrises, but they’ve already grown to love the original living room fireplace lined with Frankoma pottery, the decorative possibilities of the front yard’s low garden fence and other distinctive pleasures.

401 N.W. 18TH STREET

Sam Blackstock and Jeff Erwin Built in 1924 It’s beautifully spacious thanks to its high ceilings and often awash in natural light – and if that description sounds apt for a gallery as well as a home, the owners would apparently agree, because this showcase on 18th is filled with creative splendor from artists like Suzanne Wallace Mears, Edith Goetz, Paseo pioneer Nan Sheets and more – in fact, Sheets lived in this house and hand-accented some of its original fixtures. And speaking of art, the immense wrap-around porch is an architectural masterstroke.

434 N.W. 18TH STREET

Rick and Whitney Grellner, built in 1923 Variety in appearance and style is one of the neighborhood’s overall strengths, thanks in part to G. A. “Doc” Nichols – the developer chose to design this home as an English manor. He would hardly recognize it today, though, as previous owners added central heat and air, rebuilt the kitchen and enclosed porches into interior rooms. The Grellners, no strangers to extensive renovations of historic homes, have made their own upgrades inside and out, restoring original wood flooring in the process.

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320 N.W. 19TH STREET

Steve and Dianne Rasmussen, built in 1920 A creation of famed builder and developer “Doc” Nichols, this house was home to his daughter Vivian and her husband John Coyle for several years. The Rasmussens were drawn to the neighborhood and the wellmaintained abode, which now houses their extensive art collection (with a few vintage Hardy Boys books for good measure), an updated kitchen whose lighted glass-front cabinets create a lovely shadowbox effect and their favorite feature: the magnificent screened-in porch with plenty of comfortable seating and southern exposure.

301 N.W. 19TH STREET

John and Kathy Jacobsen, built in 1917 Its Spanish Colonial style made this house una seleccion perfecto for the Jacobsens – they have former owners the Bruno family (of Bruno’s Home Furnishings) to thank for the later addition of a lavish resort-like backyard pool and cabana, but the onyx-clad bathroom, beautifully equipped media room in the basement and other amenities resulting from a recent topto-bottom renovation are all their own.

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THE HOMES OF HISTORY

The 48th annual Heritage Hills Home and Garden Tour is open from noon-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, September 27-28.

Admission is $15 at the door of any participating home, or $12 for tickets purchased in advance at select area businesses: 23rd Street Antique Mall, 42nd Street Candy Company, Full Circle Bookstore, Shady Lady Interiors, Verdigris, Courtyard Antique Market in Edmond and the Overholser Mansion.

Tickets are also available online at heritagehills.org/hh, along with more information. Ask about the black-tie preview and cocktail party on Friday evening, and happy exploring!

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LAST SEASON WAS A LANDMARK ONE FOR THE OKLAHOMA CITY PHILHARMONIC – besides turning 25, the orchestra welcomed legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma back to the metro after an absence of 10 years. It was fairly epic. But while that silver milestone is behind them now, the unparalleled musical pros and conductor par excellence Joel Levine are still enthusiastic for the slate of spectacle to come this season, starting … almost immediately.

CLASSICS

FRIENDS & LOVERS September 13 The 2014-2015 season begins with a special guest fresh to Oklahoma City: astonishingly fast and fluid violinist Simone Lamsma. She’ll dazzle especially in Lalo’s “Symphonie Espagnole,” while the orchestra kicks in a round of Berlioz, Richard Strauss and Georges Enesco.

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classical fans, insofar as he’s been performing for more than 40 years and has risen to the topmost echelons of piano performance. He’ll be a featured artist in Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1, bolstered on this evening by Brahms’ Symphony No. 3.

PROGRESSIVE WILDNESS November 15 Russia reigns on the November performance slate thanks to selections by Prokofiev (Symphony No. 1 “Classical”), Tchaikovsky (“Francesca da Rimini”) and Khachaturian (Violin Concerto) – making it an ideal guest-starring oppor-

tunity for St. Petersburg star violinist Philippe Quint, who performs on the 300-yearold “Ruby” Stradivarius and makes it sound as glittering as its name.

A LITTLE ROMANCE January 10 The sensational (and stylish) French pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet is a poet of the ivory keyboard, breathing sparkle and vitality into the Piano Concerto No. 5 by Camille SaintSaens while the Philharmonic fleshes out the emotional vibe through Mozart’s “Serenade in G major” (better known as “Eine kleine nachtmusik”) and the “Romantic” symphony by Howard Hanson.

MYSTERY & MAGIC February 7 There’s an international flavor to the February lineup: French composer Maurice Ravel’s Spanish-influenced “Pavane for a Dead Princess,” German-born Felix Mendelssohn’s overture to and music from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and influential British

composer Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto – a showcase for the sonorous bow of special guest cellist Julie Albers.

TERROR & TRIUMPH March 7 French-Candian pianist Louis Lortie has amassed special acclaim for his thoughtful interpretations of the works of Ravel, Chopin and especially Beethoven – that latter colossus is the creator who brings Lortie to Oklahoma City through his dramatic, demanding Piano Concerto No. 2. The remainder of the evening will be devoted to a seat-rattling rendition of Shostakovich’s towering Symphony No. 10.

THE DREAM OF AMERICA March 28 This penultimate concert is a bit of a departure from the Philharmonic’s norm, in the form of a tribute to arrivals: directed by Harry Parker, it features Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 (“From the New World”) and Peter Boyer’s “Ellis Island,” an actor-enhanced performance that celebrates the his-

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toric experience of immigrating to this land of the free.

SUN-DRENCHED CELEBRATIONS

May 2 As is its wont, the Philharmonic closes its season with no special guest, but a focus on crowd-pleasing favorites that show off the orchestra as a whole. For this year’s “Orchestral Showpieces” finale, expect some Arturo Marquez, a touch of Manuel de Falla and a double dose of Ottorino Respighi: “Roman Festivals” and the utterly breathtaking “Pines of Rome.” Bravo!

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ALL THAT JAZZ January 23-24 They told the world about “New York, New York” – they’re the reason we know that life is a “Cabaret” – in the world of Broadway musicals, they were one of the most successful pairings of all time.

In “A Symphonic Celebration of Kander & Ebb,” the Philharmonic will razzle-dazzle its audience with favorites from “Chicago,” “Cabaret,” “Kiss of the Spider Woman” and more.

BORING GLASSES!

PIXAR IN CONCERT February 20-21 Great movies + orchestral music = magic. That’s just a fact. So prepare to be thrilled when high-definition clips from 13 animated classics like “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “The Incredibles” are accompanied by the live majesty of their sweeping scores.

Heads up: the show is being conducted by John Varineau rather than Buzz Lightyear.

A SALUTE TO SGT. PEPPER October 24-25 Seems appropriate to begin the Pops season with a salute to a band that changed popular music forever. Renowned Beatles tribute band Classical Mystery Tour puts a thrilling orchestral spin on one of the greatest albums of all time, showcasing their own skills while reminding audiences of the Fab Four’s fantastic creativity.

AN EVENING WITH JASON ALEXANDER March 13-14 Whether or not you recognize Alexander immediately (yes, it’s a toupee), the awardwinning actor has stage presence to spare, combining his cheerfully acerbic comic voice with surprisingly deft piano chops for a singlenight variety show featuring accompaniment by the symphony orchestra.

THE CHRISTMAS SHOW December 4-6 Have a holly, jolly holiday treat via this yuletide variety show; the Broadway-style convocation of singers, dancers, lavish costumes, elaborate sets, occasional comic interludes and reverent hymns still emotionally resonant through the course of centuries is arranged to fill listeners old and young with cheer – with special thanks to guest stars Beth Leavel, John Sawyer and Vince Leseney.

A NIGHT AT THE COTTON CLUB April 24-25 Named after the luminous Harlem haven for musical geniuses like Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald, Fats Waller, Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong, this jumping, swinging, “Sing, Sing, Sing”ing romp through the heyday of jazz features the pipes of Carmen Bradford, lungs of trumpeteer Byron Stripling and tapping toes of the entire Civic Center audience.

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Season tickets are available now; seats for individual concerts go on sale September 2. To reserve a place to experience this cultural must-do, visit okcphilharmonic.org or call 842.5387.

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KELLI O’HARA AND TED SPERLING Monday, September 15 The Oklahoma native turned Tony-nominated star of the stage coasts back into town to hold listeners spellbound with songs from “Carousel,” Show Boat” and more – fellow Broadway vet Sperling hosts the program and conducts the orchestra.

PETER NERO Thursday, November 6 It’s a good night for fluid, joyous jazz as Nero – one of the greatest piano-based interpreters of the musical form – pays tribute to his friend and colleague Art Tatum, who was one of the others, through reminiscence and performance.

SERGIO MONTEIRO Thursday, November 20 The instrument is the same, but November’s other performance showcases a different side of the piano, as Brazilian classical master Monteiro regales listeners with timeless works by Mozart, Schumann and Chopin.

JUILLIARD STRING QUARTET Thursday, January 15 A group named for one of the world’s foremost musical academies is likely to be pretty good at showing off its members’ performance chops: the traveling string quartet from New York will share sounds by Haydn, Beethoven and Shulamit Ran.

Avi Avital

WELCOME TO EDMOND INTERNATIONAL

ISRAEL, ITALY, ENGLAND, RUSSIA, BRAZIL … EDMOND might not have an airport, but it’s become a hub nonetheless, and the globe is coming to visit. Share in the cultural wealth of the world without setting foot on a plane by taking in Armstrong Auditorium’s wide-ranging musical and dance performance season.

“The lineup of talent at Armstrong Auditorium this year is probably our most diverse group of performers yet,” said concert manager Ryan Malone.

“We wanted to give audiences a large variety of concerts and performances to choose from this year, and I believe we have done that.”

Now all that remains is for you to attend, and enjoy.

NOW BOARDING

Tickets are available now for individual concerts, but well-rounded fans receive a host of benefits (including 20 percent savings) by subscribing for three, five or all nine performances. Check out armstrongauditorium.org or call 285.1010 to enjoy the shows.

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RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE Monday-Tuesday, January 26-27 History’s most beloved ballet deserves a top-notch production, so for “Swan Lake” Armstrong is proud to welcome back its friends from the elite Russian ballet corps.

Like their previous visits to Edmond, this double dose of dance magic is likely to sell out.

THE KING’S SINGERS Tuesday, February 24 The singing sextet hails from England (named for King’s College at Cambridge), but as frequent tourers, the globe is their home, making this program’s choral trip through far-flung lands and theme of “Postcards From Around the World” especially apropos.

VENICE BAROQUE ORCHESTRA Tuesday, March 3 A very special guest, Israeli mandolin player Avi Avital, joins the Italian ensemble as a featured performer and soloist in an evening of 17th- and 18th-century masterworks; Vivaldi, Locatelli and more.

ACADEMY OF ST. MARTIN IN THE FIELDS Wednesday, March 18 A small chamber orchestra produces an immensely rich and textured sound as the London group returns to the Armstrong stage with American pianist Jeremy Denk to explore the creations of Bach and Stravinsky.

STEPCREW Thursday, April 23 It’s always good to go out with a bang, and this high-energy Celtic music and dance group is a perennial provider of performing power. Driven by all-star fiddlers and bluegrass musicians, these dancers from the Chieftains, Bowfire and Cherish the Ladies will provide a blowout finale.

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RIGID BORDERS, UNBOUNDED BEAUTY

THE OKLAHOMA VISUAL ARTS COALITION’S ANNUAL FALL FUNDRAISER is an object lesson in the difference between scale and scope: it’s an art sale of pieces that are each no larger than 12 inches in any dimension, but within that framework, all of creation is fair game. Freshly created minor works by 150 terrifically skilled Oklahoma artists will all be up for grabs September 19 in Science Museum Oklahoma at the 25th annual 12 x 12 event.

Photos, sculptures and paintings in genres of every description fill this trove of tiny treasures – each square-foot-sized piece is up for sale in an auction that is both silent and blind, meaning bids are placed in an envelope and would-be owners will not know what anyone else might have bid. On the other hand, must-be owners who can’t bear the thought of losing out to another may use the “Buy It Now” pre-set price to trump the auction.

For those aesthetes not desirous of adding to their collections, the event is still excellent entertainment; attendees can purchase $5 chances to win prize packages, and enjoy touring the art and listening to live music, all while sampling a taste of the city via hors d’oeuvres and sweets provided by more than 30 popular local restaurants and a cash bar hosted by LOCAL of Norman.

The silver showcase that is 2014’s 12 x 12 raises funds for the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition to help artists throughout the state realize their potential and their power to enrich communities by funding programs, education and exposure. Over 1,000 supporters attended last year’s event, proving that a show based on small works can be and is a big, big deal.

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(clockwise from left) Carl Shortt, “Oklahoma City High Definition;” Diane Salamon, “Windswept;” Diana J. Smith, “Ride in the Car;” Michael Jones, “Oklahoma Sunset;” Terri Wagner, “Grackle”

IN THE ZONE

The window to enjoy the 12 x 12 art show and sale is a small one – but you can be prepared (and get $5 off) by getting a ticket in advance; visit 12x12okc.org or call 879.2400.

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PURSUITS | Getting Away

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RED, HOT AND LOU

BY ELAINE WARNER

YOU KNOW THE OLD JOKE, “HOW DO YOU PRONOUNCE THE CAPITAL OF KENTUCKY? LOUIE-VILLE OR LOU-A-VUL?” THE ANSWER IS, OF COURSE, “FRANKFORT.” LOUISVILLE MAY NOT BE THE STATE CAPITAL, BUT IT IS THE STATE’S LARGEST CITY. SITUATED ON THE OHIO RIVER AND NOTED FOR THE KENTUCKY DERBY AND THE LOUISVILLE SLUGGER, IT’S A CAPITAL DESTINATION. This page, clockwise from top left: Louisville Zoo resident Qannik was born in the wild, orphaned and rescued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. // Fireworks on the Ohio River // Lobby, Brown Hotel, the elegance of an earlier era // Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby // Wild Shrimp a la Plancha on couscous at Decca // Facing page from top: Evening glow in the city // The Belle of Louisville is the oldest, operating, Mississippi-style steamboat in the U.S.

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PURSUITS | Getting Away

MUST SEE:

CHURCHILL DOWNS, home to horse racing’s most exciting two minutes, also hosts hundreds of other races during its season. Although racing in Louisville dates back to the 1780s, the first official race day here was May 17, 1875 and was the debut of the Kentucky Derby.

On the property, the Kentucky Derby Museum covers the history and color of the event with exhibits on clothing, famous horses, trophies and legends. The fun begins with a 360˚ film of Derby Day from dawn to dusk. Kids, and adults with few inhibitions, enjoy mounting a horse to participate in a video race.

Several tours of the racing facilities are offered, including a historic walking tour that includes trackside, paddocks and the Barn and Backside Tour (racing season only). Book an early a.m. tour to see morning workouts. Racing season is March-June and SeptemberNovember with 76 days of live racing. Simulcasting goes on Wednesday-Sunday year ’round.

THE LOUISVILLE SLUGGER MUSEUM AND FACTORY takes you from the tree to finished product, and the museum features famous baseball players and their equipment along with a number of interactive features. And you get a mini-bat of your own. You can’t miss this place on Main Street; just look for the big bat – all 120 feet of it.

Bourbon – oh, yes. THE EVAN WILLIAMS EXPERIENCE on Main Street offers an excellent tour of its artisanal distillery ending with a tasting. My favorite part – a chocolate bourbon ball at the finish!

THE BELLE OF LOUISVILLE and its little sister the Spirit of Jefferson take guests cruising on the Ohio River.

THE LOUISVILLE ZOO is worth a visit, especially its award-winning Glacier Run, a loose re-creation of Churchill, Canada. The polar bears are the star attractions, but the grizzlies, snow owls and Steller’s sea eagles are also cool.

Take a walking tour with LOUISVILLE HISTORIC TOURS. Not much for ghost tours, I chose an afternoon tour through one of Louisville’s most elegant and architecturally diverse neighborhoods with author David Dominé.

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PURSUITS | Getting Away

CLASSIC STAY

The 1923 BROWN HOTEL, like the Skirvin, has its own resurrection story. Once a social center of the city, the hotel weathered the rigors of the Depression and even a flood that had boats rowing through the lobby. Expressways and businesses’ exodus to the suburbs sealed its demise. After a 21-year hotel hiatus, the Brown re-opened, restored to its former glory.

The soaring lobby features a coffered ceiling and elaborate ornamentation – a grand hotel, indeed. The hotel has hosted royalty, presidents and celebrities. I stayed in a suite named after hometown hero Muhammad Ali. His autographed boxing gloves and other memorabilia were on display in a massive breakfront in the dining room. You know you’re living the life of luxury when your room has a doorbell!

FOOD: TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY

Named one of Southern Living’s “Ten Tastiest Towns of 2013,” Louisville has too many good restaurants for one writer to survey on a three-day trip. But I tried. Here are some of my favorites: DECCA, a two-family-owned eatery, was inspired by the owners’ love of vinyl records and features a small shop upstairs with books, vinyl and vintage gear and a basement bar with a combination of live music and vinyl. The main floor restaurant prides itself on local-sourcing and innovative menu items – so innovative I had to ask for definitions of at least five ingredients.

The Hot Brown was created by Chef Fred K. Schmidt in 1926. It has been featured in publications from Southern Living to the Wall Street Journal and on TV from the “Today Show” to “Man v. Food,” and is printed here courtesy of the Brown Hotel.

THE ORIGINAL HOT BROWN RECIPE (MAKES TWO)

2 oz whole butter 2 oz all-purpose flour 16 oz heavy cream ½ c Pecorino Romano cheese plus 1 T for garnish Salt and pepper to taste 14 oz sliced roasted turkey breast 2 slices of Texas toast (crusts trimmed) 4 slices of crisp bacon 2 Roma tomatoes sliced in half Paprika Parsley

PROOF ON MAIN, in the wildly modern 21C Hotel/art museum, has a small but challenging menu. I wasn’t intrepid enough to try the charred octopus but went with the safesounding roast chicken served with savoy cabbage, garlic scape, yuzu and panzanella. I couldn’t figure out which was what – but it was all good!

JACK FRY’S has been a local favorite since the ’30s. Shrimp and grits is a signature dish but, wanting something light, I had a wonderful Chicken Cobb Salad.

Cutting-edge French cuisine was featured at LA COOP, a tiny and charming eatery in NuLu, a hot and hip area on the east side of downtown. Gobs of goodies here, but my favorite was a salad with farm greens, pear, red onion and candied pecans dressed with a praline vinaigrette and topped with a scoop of bleu cheese ice cream – I could have licked the plate!

When the Twenties were roaring, over a thousand guests would gather at the BROWN HOTEL to dance the night away. Hunger would hit in the wee hours and the chef, tired of serving ham and eggs, invented a new dish – the Hot Brown. You can get this dish in many local restaurants but you really need to have it at the Brown Hotel. An open-faced turkey sandwich with bacon, sliced tomatoes and Mornay sauce, this is comfort food at its best.

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Looking for local souvenirs? Consider a hat or fascinator at the KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM gift shop. The gift shop at the Brown carries authentic Hot Brown pans. Louisville Stoneware has a 200-year heritage of fine stoneware; shop here for beautiful gift and utilitarian pieces. Chocolate bourbon balls also make a nice gift – but they may not make it to your destination. Like potato chips, it’s hard to stop with just one.

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Louisville’s CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL OF RIVERBOATS runs from October 14 through 19 and celebrates the 100th birthday of the Belle of Louisville, the oldest operating Mississippi-style steamboat in the nation. Celebrations include visiting steamboats, steamboat races, steamboat cruises, lots of local food, libations and art, balloon glows, a boat parade and a giant fireworks display. Come sing “Happy Birthday” to the grand old gal.

P.S. That song was written right here in Louisville by two sisters, Patty and Mildred Hill!

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The Hot Brown, a yummy open-faced creation that originated at the Brown Hotel

In a two-quart saucepan, melt butter and slowly whisk in flour until combined and a thick sauce (roux) forms. Continue to cook the roux for two minutes over mediumlow heat, stirring frequently. Whisk heavy cream into the roux and cook over medium heat until the cream begins to simmer, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and slowly whisk in Pecorino Romano cheese until the Mornay sauce is smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.

For each Hot Brown, place one slice of toast in an oven-safe dish and cover with seven ounces of turkey. Take the two halves of Roma tomato and set them alongside the base of the turkey and toast. Next, pour one half of the Mornay sauce in to completely cover the dish. Sprinkle with additional cheese. Place entire dish under a broiler until cheese begins to brown and bubble.

Remove from broiler, cross two pieces of crispy bacon on top. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley and serve immediately.

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cavalcade of family entertainment. State Fairgrounds, 333 Gordon Cooper Blvd, OKC, 948.6700, okstatefair.com

Fall Fashion Show Sep 4 Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza host a free fashion display complete with live music, refreshments and ample sartorial excitement. Classen Curve, 5825 NW Grand Blvd, OKC, classencurve.com

Concept Home Tour Sep 12-21 Tours of these two exquisitely designed luxury homes benefit the Regional Food Bank’s Food for Kids programs - so don’t miss the beauty and design inspiration. 3508 NW 172nd Circle and 5701 N Bryant Ave, Edmond, 913.663.1962, homeofdistinction. com/14OklahomaCity

Ace High Sep 4 New fans and longtime patrons alike are invited to a doozy of a dinner and auction benefiting the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, one of the state’s true greats.

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St, OKC, 478.2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org Angels of Destiny Sep 4 Dinner and an appearance by keynote speaker Leigh Tuohy (inspiration for “The Blind Side”) help Deaconess Adoption Services support a new post-adoption counseling center. Jim Thorpe Event Center, 4040 N Lincoln Blvd, OKC, 949.4200, deaconessadoption.org Door-Opener Awards Sep 4 People helping to give opportunities to others makes society as a whole better - that’s the belief of OKC’s ASTEC Charter Schools, and the impetus for this celebratory gala.

Skirvin Hilton, 1 Park Ave, OKC, 947.6272, asteccharterschools.com Cleveland County Free Fair Sep 4-7 A celebration as old as the state itself, the parking and admission are still free for this family-friendly collection of livestock shows, prize exhibits, plenty of chow and lots to explore. Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 615 E Robinson St, Norman, 360.4721, clevelandcountyfair.org Art After 5 Sep 4-25 Stop by the OKCMOA Roof Terrace Thursday afternoons for a drink and a bit of ambiance, with musical guests Born in November Sep 4 and 18, The Wurly Birds Sep 11 and Rooftop Dogs Sep 25. OKC Museum of Art, 415 Couch Dr, OKC, 360.1162, okcmoa.com 1st Friday Gallery Walk Sep 5 The historic arts district’s name means “stroll,” which happens to be the preferred form of locomotion while taking in its wonders during a monthly display of arts and culture. Paseo Arts District, 3022 Paseo St, OKC, 525.2688, thepaseo.com OKCMOA Renaissance Ball Sep 5 The Museum draws on the concept of rebirth to refuel its fundraising efforts at this annual gala that’s never less than divine. OKC Golf & Country Club, 7000 NW Grand Blvd, OKC, 236.3100, okcmoa.com United Way Campaign Kickoff Sep 5 How about a bite of breakfast? Community leaders serving as celebrity chefs provide free pancakes for the community in this massive event that culminates in announcing the monetary goal for this year’s donation campaign. Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC, 236.8441, unitedwayokc.org

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The Big Taste Sep 6 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Norman invites the community to show its support and enjoy the camaraderie at its annual tasting event, themed “The Big Tailgate.” Embassy Suites Norman, 2501 Conference Dr, Norman, 364.3722, bbbsok.org Septemberfest Sep 6 The free annual festival celebrating the state’s heritage returns for fun family trips through history; via both the costumed reenactors and the nearby Oklahoma History Center.

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Full Moon Bike Ride Sep 9 Get a new perspective on downtown OKC, as well as a nice bit of exercise, in this leisurely group bicycle tour at dusk. Myriad Gardens, 301 W Reno Ave, OKC, 445.7080, myriadgardens.org State Fair Sep 11-21 Concerts, rides, games, people-watching, prizewinning creations and outrageously tempting food are only the beginning of the annual

2nd Friday Circuit of Art Sep 12 A monthly community-wide celebration of creativity, focused on historic Downtown Norman.

Norman Arts Council, 122 E Main St, Norman, 360.1162, normanarts.org Live on the Plaza Sep 12 Vendors, artists, residents and passerby unite for a monthly fiesta. OKC Plaza District, 1618 N Gatewood Ave, OKC, 367.9403, plazadistrict.org Town Hall: George Nigh Sep 18 Former Governor Nigh will regale audiences with “Oklahoma History Through My Eyes As I Lived It” in the OKC Town Hall Lecture Series. St. Luke’s UMC, 222 NW 15th St, OKC, 826.9689, townhall.publishpath.com 12 x 12 Sep 19 A little live music, a collocation of treats from 30 area restaurants … and small-scale pieces for sale by 150 of Oklahoma’s finest artists. It’s an annual fundraiser to benefit the arts; it’s also a blast. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2100 NE 52nd St, OKC, 879.2400, ovac-ok.org Cattle Baron’s Ball Sep 19 Guests can wear a black tie to the American Cancer Society’s rip-snorting good time; just make sure it’s a bolo and accompanied by jeans, boots and a pearl-snap shirt. Coles Garden, 1415 NE 63rd St, OKC, 841.5818, cattlebaronsballokc.org Premiere on Film Row Sep 19 Fowler Honda sponsors the downtown OKC street festival; it’s family-friendly, pet-welcoming, free to wander through and filled with treats for the ears and taste buds. Film Row, 706 W Sheridan Ave, OKC, 232.6060 H & 8th Night Market Sep 26 Midtown becomes a primetime paradise in this afterhours street festival boasting live music, a convoy of awesome food trucks, craft beer and free socializing. Hudson Ave & 8th Street, 801 N Hudson Ave, OKC, 633.1703, h8thokc.com Toast for Coats Gala Sep 26 The weather outside isn’t frightful yet, but when winter arrives many metro residents won’t have funds to stay warm. The Christmas Connection’s jolly event is all about helping turn that situation around.

Skirvin Hilton, 1 Park Ave, OKC, 634.2006, christmasconnection.org Wine, Women and Shoes Sep 26 This femme fundraiser for Impact OK invites you to sip fine wines, shop the latest styles, savor food bites, enjoy a glamourous fashion show, bid on incredible auction lots and more. OKC Golf & Country Club, 7000 NW Grand Blvd, OKC, 842.4542, impactok.org ZooBrew Sep 26 It’s a beer safari at the Zoo’s cheerfully bibulous fundraiser; over two dozen brews await sampling, along with great selections of local cuisine, at this sixth annual bash. OKC Zoo, 2101 NE 50th St, OKC, 425.0618, zoofriends.org Rodeo Hall of Fame Weekend Sep 26-27 The Rodeo Historical Society inducts new legends to its honored ranks, and enjoys the opportunity to mingle, socialize and reminisce, at its elegant annual function.

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St, OKC, 478.2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org A Night in Black & White Sep 27 The crisply attired guests at this cocktail gala will enjoy dinner, dancing and auctions benefiting Edmond foster care community Peppers Ranch. Lewis home, 14200 Gaillardia Ln, OKC, peppersranch.com Plaza District Festival Sep 27 It’s been a knockout year for the little neighborhood

that could; now it’s time to celebrate with a magnificent block party featuring live musical performances, a bevy of local food vendors, over 40 visual artists and much, much more. Plaza District, NW 16th St & Blackwelder Ave, OKC, 367.9403, plazadistrict.org Heritage Hills Home & Garden Tour Sep 27-28 Take a peek inside five sensational examples of early OKC architecture via this self-paced tour of some of the city’s most venerable homes. Heritage Hills, 405 NW 15th St, OKC, 605.5858, heritagehills.org/hh Champions of Health Gala Sep 30 The cause of this 11th annual gala is honoring those improving the wellbeing of Oklahomans; the beneficiary is the Oklahoma Caring Foundation’s child-based health services. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St, OKC, 855.628.8642, championsofhealth.org ONGOING Arts Festival Oklahoma Through Sep 1 Happy Labor Day! Celebrate the long weekend at this rite of fall that draws over 25,000 visitors to enjoy the food, music and original creations by skilled regional artists. OCCC, 7777 S May Ave, OKC, 682.7576, occc.edu UPCOMING Oklahoma Regatta Festival Oct 2-5 Rowing, kayaking, dragon boat racing and more fill days - and even nights - of river competition, with plenty to eat, drink and enjoy on the side. Boathouse District, 725 S Lincoln Blvd, OKC, 552.4040, boathousedistrict.org Art on Tap Oct 3 Patrons at this spirited fundraiser will have after-hours access to the whole Museum, as well as live music, a spread of food from local restaurants and a spate of over 80 varieties of beer.

OKC Museum of Art, 415 Couch Dr, OKC, 236.3100, okcmoa.com Broadway Ball Oct 3 Inspired by “Dreamgirls,” Lyric Theatre rolls back the clock to Motown - for One Night Only, of course - to move feet and raise funds with an evening of dinner, drinks and dancing.

Skirvin Hilton, 1 Park Ave, OKC, 524.9310, lyrictheatreokc.com

FILM Classics Series Sep 2-30 Catch a masterpiece you missed the first time around or just want to re-experience on the big screen: Animal House Sep 2, Old School Sep 9, Mean Girls Sep 16, Heathers Sep 23 and Fast Times at Ridgemont High Sep 30. Harkins Theatres, 150 E Reno Ave, OKC, 321.4747, harkinstheatres.com

GALLERIES Gayle Curry Sep 1-30 Fine Arts Institute of Edmond, 27 E Edwards St, Edmond, 340.4481, edmondfinearts.com Photofest on Paseo Sep 5-27 Think of it as the crème de la camera - the photography exhibition juried by M.J. Alexander is an engrossing indicator of the state’s depth in this field. Paseo Art Space, 3022 Paseo St, OKC, 525.2688, thepaseo.com Turner and Moershel Sep 5-27 The cozy gallery in the Paseo is home to intriguing art, inside and out: this month features black-and-white architectural photographs

by Judith Turner and pigment-slinging paintings by Ellen Moershel. JRB Art at the Elms, 2810 N Walker Ave, OKC, 528.6336, jrbartgallery.com Concepts + Models Sep 5-Oct 25 Produced by the exceptional collective Nowhere Medium, this exhibition in multiple media is worth repeat visits, since some elements of the installation

will rotate once apiece. Firehouse Art Center, 450 S Flood Ave, Norman, 329.4523, normanfirehouse.com

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Almira Hill Grammer Sep 8-Oct 31 Structures of the past weathered into the present are among Grammer’s favorite subjects, but all her work is characterized by a willingness to brush aside busy details to get at the underlying colorful soul. Santa Fe Depot, 200 S Jones, Norman, 307.9320, pasnorman.org New Media Collective Exhibition Sep 10Oct 1 OU students exploring film, video, performance and media arts make up the namesake organization; the gallery space is a playground for their vivid installations. OU Lightwell Gallery, 520 Parrington Oval, Norman, 325.2691, art. ou.edu Carl Shortt, Jr. Sep 5-27 A veteran photographer with a finely honed eye, Shortt produces vivid, visually captivating art - tour this Paseo gallery’s collection and get a feel for his distinct perspective.

In Your Eye Gallery, 3005 Paseo St, OKC, 525.2161, inyoureyegallery.com ONGOING Devoir Through Sep 6 Istvan Gallery, OKC, 831.2874, fringeokc.com A Softer Storm/Line of Flight Through Sep 13 MAINSITE Contemporary Art, Norman, 360.1162, mainsite-art.com Douglas Shaw Elder Through Oct 5 State Capitol Governor’s Gallery, OKC, 521.2931, arts.ok.gov

MUSEUMS Connection Sep 18-Jan 3 Four local artists brought together by Inclusion in Art pool their gifts for provoking thought into a show about creativity’s ability to bring us together. Oklahoma Heritage Museum, 1400 Classen Dr, OKC, 523.3231, oklahomaheritage.com Untitled Monothon Sep 25-TBD Participants spent the summer working in the Untitled Press; now the intriguing prints they produced therein are ready to receive visitors’ admiration. Artspace at Untitled, 1 NE 3rd St, OKC, 815.9995, artspaceatuntitled.org ONGOING Shifting Frontiers Through Sep 6 Oklahoma Heritage Museum, OKC, 523.3231, oklahomaheritage.com Oil and Wood: Oklahoma Moderns Through Sep 14 Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, Norman, 325.3272, ou.edu/fjjma Gods and Heroes Through Sep 14 OKC Museum of Art, OKC, 236.3100, okcmoa.com Fore! Looking Back at Golf in Edmond Through Sep 27 Edmond Historical Society, Edmond, 340.0078, edmondhistory.org Cowboys of Influence Through Sep 28 National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, OKC, 478.2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org The Art of the Brick Through Sep 30 Science Museum Oklahoma, OKC, 602.3760, sciencemuseumok.org Kachinas From the Red Earth Collection Through Sep 30 Red Earth Museum, OKC, 427.5228, redearth.org Formed in Stone: Oklahoma Fossils Through Jan 4 Sam Noble Museum, Norman, 325.4712, snomnh.ou.edu

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lineup of acts - including Bishop Allen Sep 1, Islands wi/ TEEN Sep 3, The Rebel and Spray Paint Sep 22, Polica Sep 30 and more. Check online for the fresh scoop.

The Opolis, 113 N Crawford Ave, Norman, opolis.org Noon Tunes Sep 4-25 Free lunchtime serenades in the Downtown Library: the Buffalo Rogers Trio Sep 4, Victor Andrada Sep 11, Maurice Johnson Sep 18 and Aaron Newman Sep 25. Downtown Library, 300 Park Ave, OKC, 231.8650, mls.lib.ok.us The Oak Ridge Boys Sep 5 In over 50 years, the band has never released a live album - until this spring. Touring on the strength of it means fans are likely to get an earful of all the good old stuff.

Riverwind Casino, 1544 W Hwy 9, Norman, 322.6464, riverwind.com Mystik Sanctuary Music Festival Sep 5-6 There’s plenty of room to shake your stuff at the OKC Airpark, which will come in handy when EDM pumpers Bassnectar, Krewella, Zed’s Dead, Cash Cash and more come storming into town.

Downtown Airpark, 1701 S Western Ave, OKC, 877.960.7882, okcairpark.com Blue Door Shows Sep 5-20 Self-billed as “the best listening room in Oklahoma,” it certainly has some of the best music, including Adam Carroll Sep 5 and Steve Poltz Sep 20 - check online for updates.

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Purple Bar Performances Sep 5-27 A cozy setting, ample menu and outstanding music from local artists: the Flat Land Band Sep 5 and 19, Jamie Bramble Sep 6 and 13, Becannen & Vollertsen Sep 12 and 20 and BAT Sep 2527. Nonna’s Purple Bar, 1 S Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC, 235.4410, purplebarokc.com

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The Kingston Trio feat. Your Father’s Mustache Sep 6 Expect quite a bit of picking and grinning during this musical evening presented by the American Banjo Museum - some of it due to fond nostalgia thanks to a special appearance by Kingston Trio founding member Bob Shane. Rose State PAC, 6420 SE 15th St, Midwest City, 297.2264, okcciviccenter.com

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KATTFest Sep 7 It’s just about rock o’clock; time for a colossal lineup including Godsmack, Seether, Buckcherry, Redlight King and many more queueing up to flense the air with music.

OKC Zoo Amphitheater, 2101 NE 50th St, OKC, 602.0683, thezooamphitheatre.com Summer Breeze: Kim Lenz and the Jaguars Sep 7 Summer’s almost over; time to close out the season with a rockabilly roar and Lenz’s characteristic snarl in The Depot’s blowout free show.

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Twilight Concert Series Sep 7-28 The Arts Council of OKC invites metro residents to close out the week in style during its free weekly outdoor concerts: the Justin Young Band Sep 7, Storyville Scoundrels Sep 14, the Empire State Band Sep 21 and Gregory Jerome Sep 28.

Myriad Gardens, 301 W Reno Ave, OKC, 270.4848, artscouncilokc.com

Tuesday Noon Concerts Sep 9-30 Add a bit of music to your lunch break with a free weekly concert courtesy of OU School of Music students and faculty.

Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave, Norman, 325.3272, ou.edu/fjjma Clairy Browne & the Bangin’ Rackettes Sep 11 Raucous, righteous, femmepowered musical talent and performative ebullience is in store for Bricktown listeners. ACM @ UCO Performance Lab, 329 E Sheridan Ave, OKC, 974.4700, acm-uco.com Horseshoe Road Sep 11 Oklahoma Musical Ambassador Kyle Dillingham and friends share the Heartland Acoustic sound that

got them named Slice’s reader favorites.

The Paramount, 701 W Sheridan Ave, OKC, 517.0787, horseshoeroad.net Medicine Stone Festival Sep 11-13 2nd time is even better; the triple-day-dip of rousing Red Dirt-flavored music returns with performances by Jason Boland and the Stragglers, Reckless Kelly, the Red Dirt Rangers, Shinyribs and more.

Diamondhead Resort, 12081 OK 10, Tahlequah, medicinestoneok.com Philharmonic: Symphonie Espagnole Sep 13 The OKC Philharmonic kicks off its 2014-15 Classics slate with a bangup bounty of works by Berlioz, Richard Strauss, Enesco and Lalo, featuring shimmering violinist Simone Lamsma.

OKC Civic Center, 201 N Walker, OKC, 842.5387, okcphilharmonic.org Chameleon Room Shows Sep 15 The sound has a way of changing from show to show, but the rock is pretty consistent - this month includes Overkill with special guests Prong Sep 15. Chameleon Room, 3034 N Portland Ave, OKC, 537.8136, chameleonroom.com Kelli O’Hara w/ Ted Sperling Sep 15 The two Tony winners, one a hometown star, unite with the OKC Philharmonic to begin Armstrong’s performance season with a dazzling evening of “Broadway’s Classic Hits.” Armstrong Auditorium, 14400 S Bryant Rd, Edmond, 285.1010, armstrongauditorium.org Sandi Patty Sep 16 A new Performing Arts Series season begins with the puissant pipes of the much-lauded OKC resident - Patty’s career has already netted her five Grammys, eleven million albums sold and forty (40!) Dove awards.

OCCC Theater, 7777 S May Ave, OKC, 682.7576, occc.edu/cas Project 21 Concert Sep 19 School of Music students exemplify the versatility characteristic of a new century of composition to create these groundbreaking performances. OCU Kirkpatrick Center, 2501 N Blackwelder Ave, OKC, 208.5227, okcu.edu/music Brightmusic Sep 22-23 Bravura baritone Randall Scarlata joins the stellar OKC chamber music ensemble for its initial concert, “Poetic Portraits.” All Souls Church and St. Paul’s Cathedral, 6400 N Penn and 127 NW 7th St, OKC, brightmusic.org OCU Distinguished Artist Series Sep 25 September’s special guests end the month on a brassy, buoyant high note as the Preservation Hall Jazz Band comes marching into town. OCU Kirkpatrick Center, 2501 N Blackwelder Ave, OKC, 208.5227, okcu.edu/music Tommy Emmanuel Sep 28 A blisteringly fast finger-picker and one of the world’s foremost guitar virtuosi (which probably means he won’t be playing “Freebird”), the Australian sensation is sharing his gift for engrossingly energetic performances with OKC. Rose State PAC, 6420 SE 15th St, Midwest City, 297.2264, okcciviccenter.com Winter Wind: Gretchen Peters Sep 28 One season ends and another begins; as the outdoors grows cooler the musical atmosphere within The Depot heats up, thanks to Peters’ warmly personal songsmithing. Santa Fe Depot, 200 S Jones, Norman, 307.9320, pasnorman.org Groovefest Sep 29 A musical celebration of human rights awareness marking its 58th year with performances by The Tequila Songbirds, Jahruba and the Broke Brothers, Pidgin, Jane Mays and more.

Andrews Park, 528 N Park Ave, Norman, groovefest.org The Music Man in Concert Sep 29 Shirley Jones hosts this one-night-only tribute to the golden old musical featuring film clips, commentary and live performances by lavishly costumed Broadway dancers.

OKC Civic Center, 201 N Walker, OKC, 800.869.1451, celebrityattractions.com UPCOMING Gloria Cubed Oct 10 Powerful praise and splendid vocals will thrill audiences’ ears and lift up their spirits in Canterbury

Choral Society’s triple bill of classical song from Poulenc, Vaughan Williams and Vivaldi. OKC Civic Center, 201 N Walker, OKC, 232.7464, canterburyokc.com Mötley Crüe Oct 10 The one and only Crüe ends its concert career with a roar as the foursome is joined by Alice Cooper to leave fans’ ears ringing one last time.

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SPORTS OSU Football Sep 6-25 The Cowboys line up to hold their ground against Missouri State Sep 6, UTSA Sep 13 and Texas Tech Sep 25. Boone Pickens Stadium, 700 W Hall of Fame Ave, Stillwater, 877.255.4678, okstate.com OU Football Sep 13 It’s football time in Oklahoma! The Sooners defend their home turf against the Volunteers of Tennessee.

Owen Field, 180 W Brooks St, Norman, 325.2424, soonersports.com Bike MS: The Mother Road Ride Sep 20-21 Choose one of four routes ranging from 48 to 83 miles and put your foot on the pedal; all roads lead to a world free of Multiple Sclerosis. Lincoln County AgriCivic Center, 1179 W 15th St, Chandler, 918.770.7266, facebook.com/bikemsok ICF Canoe Marathon World Championships Sep 25-28 The first international event staged on the Oklahoma River is a doozy: rowers representing over 30 countries will gather to dash through a series of laps totaling around 15 miles, all under the eyes of cheering spectators. Boathouse District, 725 S Lincoln Blvd, OKC, 552.4040, boathousedistrict.org City Care’s Zero K Run Sep 27 This multipronged fundraiser does include a 5k run for those interested in hitting the trail, but the title component is for those who are ready to donate but not eager to run. Show up, sit down and party. Crystal Lake, 6625 SW 15th St, OKC, 609.2400, citycareinc.org Walk for Wishes Sep 27 Complimentary food and fun courtesy of an onsite carnival and admission to the Zoo accompany the chance to help make grievously ill children’s dreams into reality. OKC Zoo, 2101 NE 50th St, OKC, 286.4000, oklahoma. wish.org Walk to End Alzheimer’s Sep 27 Stretch your legs and support the dream of a world without Alzheimer’s in a fundraiser dedicated to curing the debilitating disease.

Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC, 319.0780, alz.org/oklahoma AIDS Walk OKC Sep 28 Each step brings hope in this yearly promenade through downtown OKC, which includes information tables, a puppy parade and the spiritual glow of doing good. Myriad Gardens, 301 W Reno Ave, OKC, aidswalkokc.com Hot Mamas Run Sep 28 A women-only 5k for ladies of all fitness levels and walks of life, the event also features a kids’ fun run and Baby Parade. Mitch Park, 1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond, 406.8025, hotmamasrun.com McBride Foundation Golf Championship Sep 29 Tee up to benefit the McBride Foundation as they combat crippling bone and joint disease in Oklahoma. OKC Golf & Country Club, 7000 NW Grand Blvd, OKC, 922.5870, mcbridefoundation.org UPCOMING Walk to Cure Diabetes Oct 4 Millions are affected; a mile and a half could help. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is proud to bring supporters together for this annual fundraising excursion. Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC, 810.0070, centraloklahoma.jdrf.org

THEATER Detroit Sep 5-27 Suburbia can look idylic, but smiling facades can reveal deeper worries once neighbors actually start talking in this Pulitzer-finalist play.

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Pollard Theatre, 120 W Harrison Ave, Guthrie, 282.2800, thepollard.org The Dixie Swim Club Through Sep 14 The more things change, the more you hope for friendship that doesn’t. Jewel Box begins its season with a sentimental, sometimes boisterous look at the decadespanning relationship of five Southern ladies. Jewel Box Theater, 3700 N Walker Ave, OKC, 521.1786, jewelboxtheatre.org

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Last Laugh

WISDOM OF THE AGES

By Lauren Hammack

I’M LOOKING DOWN THE BARREL OF A MILESTONE BIRTHDAY THIS MONTH and amid the accompanying funk I’m in, lately I’ve been plagued by the kinds of questions and worries that only furrow my Botox-deprived brow even more.

I’m not asking myself how I managed to get here so quickly – I know I must have been shot out of a cannon somewhere around age 24. I just can’t help wondering what the hell I’ve learned along the way. The karmic lessons can wait until the next time around. What I’m talking about are life lessons for the here and now.

What pearls of wisdom has time on this earth given me that I can share with my kids? When they nostalgically quote me to their children and their grandchildren, what will they say besides, “Heyyyyyyyy! No one wants to hear you whistle!” or, “Smack much?

No one wants to hear you chew your food!” or, “That’s an OUTSIDE toy so take it OUTSIDE, along with your OUTSIDE voice!”

Before I was shooed out of their nest, my well-meaning parents tried to impart enough adages about life to send me on my way with some semblance of worldliness. I’m sure these were the same hard and fast laws they grew up believing.

It turns out, these were all crap. Myths. Maybe it’s my gift to humanity to put an end to these fairy tales by applying the wisdom of age to them.

Myth #1

You never get a second chance to make a first impression.

Nope. If you’re like me and you can’t remember what you had for lunch yesterday, you’re probably meeting the same people three or four times before it occurs to you that they look vaguely familiar. Go ahead and try out a few different how-do-you-do’s on the people you meet. Open with show tunes, if you want. You have at least a half dozen chances before you make a first impression. At least on me, you do.

Myth #2

Make sure you have on clean underwear in case you’re ever in an accident.

WHAT?!? In my estimation, my mom ruled the free world. Consequently, I never questioned her ongoing admonitions throughout my childhood. The clean underwear rule ranked very high on her list. I think I’ve been in enough accidents that I can now hold this rule up to some scrutiny. When I think about how we’ve all been hardwired with a magical central nervous system to give us a life-saving “fight or flight” response in the face of danger, I consider it a testament to my mom’s influence that I defy both fight and flight. Instead, I size up the situation the way I was taught, which means the first thought in my head is, “My god! Is my underwear clean enough? My bra and panties don’t even match today!” If this rule doesn’t hold up to the scrutiny I’ve given 110 SLICE // SEPTEMBER 2014

it, it’s because I ask, do we really need the fear of an impending accident as motivation to wear clean underwear? The rule should be: Clean underwear only. Good luck with the rest.

Myth #3

All good things come to those who wait.

Wrong. If you’ve ever been at the back of a long buffet line when they’ve run out of brisket, you’ve already debunked this myth.

Myth #4

Money can’t buy happiness.

Most of the time, this is wrong. When I look back, there have been times when money was scarce and times when money was abundant.

I’ve learned that I gravitate toward the happy side when money is abundant. Worrying about money has never made me happy. On the other hand, travel to distant lands, buttery leather gloves, sparkly things and high thread count sheets do the trick every time. And those take money.

Myth #5

Age is all in your head.

Lie. If anyone is telling you this, it’s because you’re old and they know it.

If you believe it when someone tells you this, it’s because you’re still in denial (one of the telltale signs of old age). “You’re as young as you feel!

It’s all just a state of miiiiiiiiind,” my (younger) friends keep telling me.

Yes, feeling young is a state of mind and I’ve found it works best whenever I’m at Furr’s. Supposing you really do still feel young at heart, odds are, your body will be the last to know. It’s been too busy auditioning for the remake of “Cocoon.”

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