Holiday Giving 2014

Tulsa World Supplement, Sunday, December 14, 2014

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Local Businesses Give Back to Community Oklahomans are a giving bunch, and Tulsa-area businesses are just as involved in serving the community. Inside this section you will find out how many companies give back throughout the year.

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Give Time, Resources to Those in Need (GSM) — The homeless are often overlooked around the holidays as we gather with friends and family. People who are down on their luck and out of their homes this Christmas are likely scrounging for food and shelter, let alone gifts under the tree.

They are in great need this season and can use a helping hand to boost their spirits.

Give Recyclables

see in the movies, bearded with a gravelly voice? What about a sweet young girl whose parents recently lost their jobs and home?

That is the face of many homeless people in the United States who will not have the luxury of receiving Christmas presents this year. That is, unless you step up.

Contact your local shelters to see if they have children among their populations and donate anything you can to help them, including food, toys and clothing.

Do you save bottles, cans and newspapers for recycling?

Why not donate them to a local Share Your Time homeless shelter? The shelter can Volunteer your time around use the cash collected from the the holidays at a local homeless recycling process for more services, shelter, and you will understand food or blankets for its inventories. the true meaning of “It is better to It may also choose to give the give than receive.” Do you have an recyclable materials to a local homeless extra couple of hours during the person for their uses. Many homeless weekends this December? Shelter Damien Richard/Fotolia people rely on collecting and constaff need help in preparing meals verting recyclable materials into income. You and cleaning facilities. can do your part by giving up a bit of extra Your voluntary contribution will cost you pocket change every month. nothing financially, and you will gain a new Donate Toys appreciation for your home and life. Your Think of someone who is homeless. What time is one of the greatest gifts you can give vision pops up in your mind? The type we a local shelter this holiday season.

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Home Where Garbe’s Heart Is Garbe Industries Inc. has assisted with several charitable causes, such as Red Cross, Make A Wish and “Extreme Makeover Home Edition,” but they are very proud of their contributions to Habitat for Humanity.

“Because we are in the home improvement business and have been involved in the community for more than 40 years, it just made sense to us to be involved with an organization that assists in building or improving housing conditions for those who need assistance,” says Garbe’s President Mary Schulze.

Tulsa Habitat for Humanity is celebrating 26 years. The nonprofit Christian organization relies on the support of volunteers to donate their time, talents and finances to help eliminate poverty housing in the community. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes and communities in partnership with those in need.

Tulsa Habitat for Humanity and its volunteers have helped more than 280 families become homeowners. This means that more than 700 children are now growing up in a more stable, secure home setting.

Faith-based groups, companies, foundations and individuals have financially sponsored and helped build these homes.

In addition to building new homes, Tulsa Habitat for Humanity serves Tulsa-area homeowners. Its A Brush with Kindness program helps low-income families maintain their homes through improvements and repairs.

“It is our responsibility not just as business owners but as a community family to help each other in need. Tulsa has always been known as a giving, caring city, and Garbe’s is no exception,” Schulze says.

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Star Jewelers Gives Back to Broken Arrow Residents

Star Jewelers has been a part of the Broken Arrow community for four decades, and owner Dayna Mathney doesn’t lose sight of that relationship.

“We have been in the heart of Broken Arrow for 41 years,” she says. “The BA community has been supportive of us, and any way that we can give back is of utmost importance to us.”

Through Dec. 17, Star Jewelers will continue collecting new, unwrapped gifts for local children, ages newborn to 12 years old, at its store on Main Street. The donations will be donated to Broken Arrow Neighbors, a local nonprofit that helps families year-round. This time of year, the organization sponsors a gift shop where parents in need come and select presents for their children to open Christmas morning.

It’s one of many ways Star Jewelers helps residents in need throughout the year. Mathney says the business supports the Diamond Dig, benefiting pancreatic cancer research; Tulsa Boys Home; and many Broken Arrow school events. Star Jewelers also provides the crown and pendant for Miss Broken Arrow to wear, and it has given gifts to the Broken Arrow Historical Society Museum.

Sometimes the acts of charity become more personal.

“We have fought cancer in our personal family as well,” Mathney says, “so any way we can help the research of stopping the spread of the disease, we are privileged to do so.”

The company’s founder, Dale Brake, died from lung cancer, and he represents one of several people who are remembered with each gift made to cancer research.

It’s simply a part of Star Jewelers’ core values.

“We choose local agencies in our community and any cancer-related agencies,” Mathney says, “to give back, help fund research or to help those in need or who are less fortunate.”

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Celebrate Super-Mom This Season (GSM) — For every diaper change or grocery list that goes unnoticed, the super-mom behind it deserves more than your standard Christmas gift.

She deserves to be pampered, treated or excited by this year’s gift — no pressure.

Luckily, it usually doesn’t take much for the selfless moms in our lives to feel loved. A hug from a child or thank-you from a spouse will get the job done.

But this year, kick your gift-giving efforts up a notch by finding that perfect gift that rewards her daily efforts that keep the household running.

‘Me’ Time

What is a better gift than some “me time?”

Send your sweetie away for a day to the spa center and let her soak in the massages, pedicures and facials. A little pampering can easily wipe away the stress that comes with housework and children, helping rejuvenate and re-energize Mom.

Room Redo

Is there a specific room in your home that drives the super-mom in your life crazy?

Maybe it is cluttered or just plain unappealing to look at? Put your handy skills — or those of a trained professional — to good

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use and renovate the problem area for her Christmas gift.

You can offer her the gift as an IOU, telling her you have successfully saved money for the project and are ready to start.

Personalized Jewelry

Diamond rings and silver pendants will surely do the trick, but personalize a piece of jewelry to really speak to Mom’s heart. Most jewelers will engrave short phrases on a piece of jewelry — a special quote or maybe a saying that epitomizes your life together.

Charm bracelets are another great idea and allow for the super-mom to customize it for years to come.

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Toddlers

For 2- to 3-year-olds, it is often quantity over quality when it comes to Christmas gifts. These are the years you don’t necessarily have to break the bank for your holiday spending. A puzzle set with blocks or new toy instruments can be relatively inexpensive gifts that keep your toddler entertained.

Consider your child’s walking stage when choosing a gift. If they are able to sit upright with no problem, then a collection of toy zoo animals may be the perfect gift. Toddlers who have discovered the art of walking will enjoy a drag-along toy animal or vehicle.

Young Children

Finding the perfect gift for children between the toddler and teenage years

Tulsa Symphony ... Music That Moves

Tulsa Symphony Orchestra is committed to serving the Tulsa community as productive citizens, artists, teachers, facilitators, innovators, musical ambassadors and more.

Through exciting and meaningful Education and Community Outreach programs TSO provides a wide range of musical and teaching experiences focused on building the requires knowledge of audiences of tomorrow and encouraging the gifted young what they’re interested musicians of today. The orchestra’s professional musicians are in. Generally, an outdoor sought after to assist faith-based and other community orgaactivity of some type nizations in meeting high standards of musical excellence.

— water guns or yard In addition to providing seasons of professional orchesgames — can be a hit in tral performances, TSO’s outreach programs include Heart this age group.

Strings, which serves area healthcare facilities. Currently, For the ‘tweens in performers in the Heart Strings program can be found each your life, a paid ticket month at the Jack C. Montgomery Veterans Administration to the science center or Medical Center in Muskogee and the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Tulsa. Education programs are partnered Courtesy children’s museum in your closest city may fit with Rosa Parks Elementary, Kendall-Whittier Educare and the bill. For the more outdoorsy recipients, many local high schools. A member in the League of Ameriexploration or nature kits will put their natu- can Orchestras, TSO’s artistic partners include the Tulsa Ballet, ral curiosity to good use.

Tulsa Oratorio Chorus, Tulsa Opera and Tulsa Project Theatre.

Teenagers Founded in October 2005, the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra Your teenagers probably have discovhas gained national attention for its unique organizational ered a hobby or sport about which they are structure. The foundation of TSO is a business model for passionate. It might be piano, football or orchestral governance that involves musicians at every level model-making. of operation as artists in the concert hall, executive musicians If they’ve just started picking up a new on the office staff and as active, contributing members of the endeavor, professional lessons or a digital board of directors and every functioning committee. how-to book may be the perfect gift.

The Tulsa Performing Arts Center performances in the The teenage years are also about curiosity, 2014-15 Season “Simply Sensational” series feature guest conso finding a coffee-table photo book on their ductors and soloists interpreting a variety of composers and favorite recording artist or history subject musical works. Before each concert is an informal conversawill help them learn more while also enjoytion with the conductor. An informal post-concert reception ing bright, vibrant photos. with the conductor and musicians follows each performance.

Consider Child’s Age When Gift Shopping (GSM) — Children can be one of the easiest groups to please during the holidays because they will often tell you exactly what they hope to receive.

Here are a few guidelines for buying ageappropriate gifts.

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Outdoorsy, DIY Stocking Stuffers (StatePoint) — While checkinexpensive item can be found at ing those big ticket items off most optical retailers and sporting your holiday shopping list can goods stores and usually comes in be stressful, don’t let stocking a variety of colors and styles. stuffers bog you down. Simple Light it Up gifts that show you care about No one appreciates powerful, your recipients and long-lasting light their hobbies more than work great. campers and Glasses DIY-ers. Go For those beyond a stanwith prescripdard flashlight, Solar Shield however, and tion glasses, consider clipClip-on sunglasses with UV protec- check out the on sunglasses tion are handy for those who don’t new line of Enwith UV prowear contacts but still want the same ergizer lights tection. These protection from the sun for their eyes. with Light Fuare handy for sion Technolthose who don’t wear contacts ogy, which includes flashlights, but still want the same protection a pop-up lantern and a folding from the sun for their eyes. lantern that are easy-to-operate, And don’t forget that keepwater-resistant and lightweight ing one’s glasses or sunglasses enough to take anywhere. A secured is a must — whether variety of headlights are availout on the water for a day white able that are especially handy, as water rafting or in the yard on the they are comfortable to wear and riding mower. A glasses retainer completely hands-free.

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John Daniel Footwear Shines Light on Family Dan Parker, owner of John Daniel Footwear, is all about family — at work and within the community.

“My wife owns Trojan Wine and Spirits and our oldest son, Keith, works for her. Our daughter, Kara, owns a gift shop in Utica Square called Boxworks, and our second son, Kevin, works for me at John Daniel Footwear,” says Parker. “When any of us need help in one of our stores, we are there to pitch in.”

Giving back to the community is just as important to the Parker family.

That’s why they support Family & Children’s Services and United Way. Family & Children’s Services provides life-changing behavioral health services to the most vulnerable people in our community, bringing healing to abused children, strengthening families in crisis and assisting in recovery for people experiencing mental illness and addiction.

The organization also provides services such as DUI school, counseling, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, an Employee Assistance Program and comprehensive treatment as an alternative to incarceration for non-violent, prison-bound women.

The Tulsa Area United Way works to build a stronger community by focusing on the three building blocks

of a better quality of life — education, health/safety and financial stability, recruiting people and organizations from across the community. The goal is to help individuals and families achieve their full potential.

The Tulsa Area United Way serves 62 partner agencies in six counties of the Tulsa region.

During its 90-year history, the Tulsa Area United Way has raised almost $670 million for the community.

The Tulsa Area United Way serves more than 550,000 people annually (nearly 2,000 people per day) through its 61 partner agencies in the Tulsa region, including Creek, Okmulgee, Osage, Rogers, Tulsa and Wagoner counties.

In the last five years, the Tulsa Area United Way has awarded more than $1.6 million in collaborative funding to meet challenges such as reducing homelessness, improving neighborhoods and providing outcomes measurement training for its partner agencies.

“Tulsa has always been good to me in my 46 years of retail business, and I like repaying that kindness,” Parker says. “Here in Tulsa we take care of our own. It’s a pleasure to be a part of helping people in the Tulsa community.”

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FESTIVE TREATS

Making the Perfect Holiday Cookie (BPT) — Embrace nostalgia and create the perfect holiday cookie that tastes delicious and is easy to decorate. Instead of displaying a gingerbread house, cut sugar cookies using some snowman, tree and star cookie cutters to set up a festive and tasty holiday scene. Scatter some coconut shavings or crinkled strips of paper for snow and place holiday candies behind the cookies, so they stand up all night long.

Try this recipe, using vanilla and peppermint extracts to provide a completely unique flavor your entire family will enjoy.

CLASSIC HOLIDAY SUGAR COOKIES Makes 3 dozen Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup superfine sugar 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream 3 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 eggs 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar

1/4 cup all-purpose flour Directions: Preheat to 350 degrees. Line two large, baking sheets with parchment paper.

Whisk flour, baking powder and salt in bowl until blended; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, add butter, sugar, cream, vanilla and peppermint extracts; beat with a handheld mixer on medium speed until fluffy (about two minutes). Reduce speed, adding eggs one at a time. With a rubber spatula, fold in the dry ingredients one half at a time.

Divide dough and press each into a disk shape.

Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour.

In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup each of confectioners’ sugar and flour until blended to use for dusting work surface. Place one piece of dough on a clean, dusted surface. Roll to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters and transfer with metal spatula to prepared cookie sheets.

Gather remaining dough, cover with plastic and chill.

Bake one sheet at a time until done (about 10 minutes). Cool cookies on wire racks. Decorate and store in an airtight container.

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PEPPERMINT GLAZE (AND PIPING ICING) 1 1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon meringue powder 2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (may substitute vanilla extract) Variety gel food colors Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together sugar and meringue powder. Add water and peppermint extract, stir until smooth. Glaze cookies in desired colors and set aside to dry before piping.

For the piping icing, remake the glaze recipe and add additional confectioners’ sugar, one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Divide icing into small bowls; add desired gel colors. Select pastry tips, prepare pastry bags and creatively pipe icing onto glazed cookies.

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Coffee Table Books Make Excellent Holiday Presents (StatePoint) — As so much reading moves into digital spaces, coffee table books with their lavish designs and entertaining content remain a perennial staple in any home, say literary experts.

“Coffee table books are a window into one’s personal tastes and interests,” says Rachel Kempster, DK Publishing’s director of marketing and publicity. “They also make the perfect holiday gift.” Here are some new titles to consider giving this season: Design Love Designing with LEGO Bricks is all the rage, thanks to “The LEGO

Movie.” Be in vogue by giving enthusiasts a copy of “LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide,” a beautifully illustrated look at the artists, builders and inspiration behind the LEGO Architecture series.

Maps Galore From Ptolemy’s world map to the latest maps of the moon and even Google Earth images, “Great Maps” provides a fascinating overview of cartography through the ages. Revealing the stories behind 55 historical maps by analyzing graphic close-ups, “Great Maps” also profiles key cartographers and explorers to explain why each map was commissioned, who it was for and how they

influenced navigation, propaganda, power, art and politics.

Fun with Photography You don’t have to have a special affinity for photography to appreciate, “Photography: The Definitive Visual History.” A celebration of the most iconic photographs and photographers of the past 200 years, this stunning book, written by world-renowned photographer, writer and broadcaster Tom Ang, traces the history of photography from its origins to the digital age.

The Solar System Featuring all-new 3-D models built using data gathered by NASA and the European Space Agency, “The Planets” is an awe-inspiring journey through the solar system, from Earth to Mars and beyond.

Viewed layer by layer, planets and other objects in the solar system are taken out of the night sky and presented on a clean white background, revealing every detail of their surface and internal anatomy in astonishing detail.

Looking at planets, the sun, hundreds of moons and thousands of asteroids and comets, “The Planets” includes timelines that chronicle all major space missions, right up to the latest Mars rovers,

and infographics that present fascinating facts about all planets and the solar system in a fresh new way.

Heroes and Villians For pop culture fans, consider “Marvel Comics: 75 Years of Cover Art,” which brings together an unforgettable gallery spotlighting the most iconic covers, along with never-beforeseen concept art from all over the world. Celebrating 75 years of Marvel Comics, it features the likes of SpiderMan, Iron Man, and The Avengers, as well as the writers and artists who gave them life — including Jack Kirby and Stan Lee. Fascination With the Past From the watch Napoleon used to synchronize with his generals at Waterloo and Chinese David vases (believed to be the oldest example of blue and white porcelain) to the U.S. Constitution and the Mayan Dresden Codex ) the oldest book written in the Americas), “History of the World in 1,000 Objects” provides a completely fresh perspective on history.

This book is a treasure trove of human creativity with objects revealing how our ancestors lived, what they believed and valued, and how these items helped shape civilization.

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GIFT IDEAS Energizer

Campers will appreciate powerful, long-lasting flashlights and lanterns under the tree this year.

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Make sure to include high-quality batteries. Leaking batteries are a common problem and can cause corrosion, ruining a great device when you need it most so make sure you buy a high-quality brand.

Knife Sharpener No hunter, angler or camper should leave home for an adventure without a knife sharpener. Addition-

ally, every garage should have this tool, as well. Gift this essential gear this season for happier trails and DIY-ing.

Stocking stuffers are an easy way to be extra thoughtful. You don’t need to spend a fortune to include items that will be invaluable to your gift recipients during their next projects or outdoor adventures.

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Ida Red Offers Products That Give Back to Communities Knowing the origin of products we purchase empowers us to decide whether to do business with a company. Ida Red Boutique, located in the heart of Brookside, has a heart for selling goods that give back, from shoes to eyewear, jewelry and even hats. Ida Red’s customers have helped TOMS shoes give 25,000 pairs of shoes to people in need. Ida Red also sells TOMS eyewear, which helps give sight to people in need.

Krochet Kids International is another company that gives back. The company produces hats and other fashion goods, such as scarves and shirts made by women in Northern Uganda and Peru. Each product has a signed tag by the woman who made it, allowing customers to go online and read her story.

Ida Red also carries Lily and Laura Bracelets, which are handmade by women in Nepal, giving them the opportunity to work from home so they can be near their families.

Another jewelry line carried in the store is 31 Bits. The jewelry is created by women in Africa, which allows them to support their families. Through the program, they also have access to counseling, health education, courses on finances and are mentored in business practices.

All of these great products empower the people who are producing them, as well as the consumer. Ida Red manager Angelene Wright says, “It matters who you’re buying from and why.” She also mentions the impact it has on younger generations, allowing them to have a positive effect on the world. “It’s a way for young people to give back and a great lesson to learn.”

Being conscious of the products we buy and consume can have a direct impact on people’s lives, and Ida Red is a great venue for products that impact people in a positive way.

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Surprise Golfers on Your Holiday List Golf is a sport that many take very seriously. No matter the skill level of that special someone on your Christmas list this year, plenty of options for gifts are available.

New balls, golf bags and clubs will be flying off the shelves this holiday season. Why not set your gift apart from the rest?

GPS Units

Sometimes even the most high-level golfers need a hand. If they don’t have a caddy to help them measure distance or identify course challenges, the next best thing may be a portable GPS unit that gives them laseraccurate information on these factors.

These units provide accurate yardages to both the green and layup locations. They display information on high-resolution screens and function similarly to a GPS device you may rely on in your car.

Animal Head Covers

Many of the sport’s superstars cover their club heads with stuffed animal heads like lions, Koala bears and tigers. The fluffy features may seem a bit zany, but they actually do serve a purpose — protecting the club heads from the elements while also giving many otherwise serious golfers a reason to relax and smile every once in a while.

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From monkeys to wild boars, you can find a product that fits the personality of the golfer in your life.

Rain Gear

Rain gear can be an invaluable tool to golfers who play through inclement weather.

Waterproof rain hoods snap on a golf bag, allowing for easy access to clubs in adverse conditions.

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Great Gifts for Your Favorite Foodie (MS) — The best holiday gifts are often those that encourage their recipients to pursue a passion or favorite hobby. Tickets to a ballgame might be right up a sports fan’s alley while the family globetrotter would love a contribution to his or her travel fund.

When gifting that one person who loves to cook or simply can’t get enough of his or her favorite cuisines, shoppers have a host of options at their disposal to ensure this holiday season brings a smile to their favorite foodie’s face.

• Spice rack: Few home cooks can get by without a vast selection of spices, so a spice rack that includes all the essential spices makes perfect sense.

• Cooking lessons: Cooking lessons can be a great way for men, women and even children to cultivate their love for food.

If your friend or family member prefers a specific type of cuisine, then find cooking lessons where he or she can learn how to prepare some favorite dishes.

• A night out: If your favorite foodie

prefers meals made by someone else, treat that friend or family member to a night out at a favorite restaurant. You can give a gift card to the restaurant or take this special someone out yourself.

• Serving dishes: Many foodies not only love to eat but also love to serve their favorite foods to family and friends. Surprise him or her with some new serving dishes.

You probably have a sense of their serving style already, but if you don’t, make a mental note the next time you visit or simply buy them a gift card so they can buy whichever dishes they need to make their next soiree a success.

• Wine rack: A great bottle of wine completes Courtesy a great meal, so why not buy your family foodie a place to store all of his or her bottles of wine? Wine racks can range from the simple, inexpensive standup models to more complex or expensive models that need to be installed. You even can christen the new wine rack by supplementing your gift with a few bottles of your loved one’s favorite vintages.

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Celebrity Attractions Integrates Generosity in Business Practices Celebrity Attractions has been bringing Broadway productions to Tulsa for three decades. Whether you’re mesmerized by the Grinch’s mischievous ways in “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas” or are swept away in the romance of the Broadway hit “Once,” Celebrity Attractions keeps finding ways to delight local theater audiences at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.

In addition to serving as ambassadors for entertainment, Celebrity Attractions is also generous in giving back to the community.

“At Celebrity Attractions, we believe in integrating generosity into our business transactions,” says CEO Ed Payton. “Through our ‘Charitable Ticket Promotion’ partnerships with local charities, in which a portion of the ticket price is given to such wonderful organizations as Tulsa Area United Way, Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Center for Poets and Writers at OSU Tulsa, and John 3:16 Mission, we have been able to leverage tickets sales into impacting our communities in a positive way.”

The most recent example was Celebrity Attractions presentation of “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas” last month at the Tulsa PAC. For every presold ticket, Celebrity Attractions gave $5 to the Tulsa Area United Way. Through this effort they were able to present the nonprofit organization with a $3,000 check.

The 2014-2015 season remains packed with four awardwinning shows “Once,” “Camelot,” “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Million Dollar Quartet.” There is something for the entire family, and supporting a company that gives back to your community is a gift for everyone involved.

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