Best in the World 2016

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Congratulations BEST IN THE WORLD Tulsa World

to the winners.

Once again, Tulsa World readers have spoken.

You’ve made the decisions and answered the questions. What’s your favorite family restaurant?

What’s your favorite festival? Do you have a favorite doctor?

In our annual “Best in the World” publication, you’ll find out the answer to these and other favorites of your neighbors throughout the area.

We are honored to bring this “readers’ choice” contest to you again for 2016. We enjoy the competition and we enjoy getting to know more about our community. It’s fun to watch from yearto-year how our favorites change. New businesses emerge, others close and a few long-ago favorites find a new audience or clientele and become the new favorite.

Every year my wife and I find new places to go based on “Best in the World.” We find new favorites based on your recommendations. It keeps our community vibrant and successful. We hope, like us, you’ll take the time to get to know these outstanding businesses, events and shops.

Let them know you appreciate their willingness to make their livelihood in our area hometowns. Look for the “Best in the World” signs in their windows and at their registers. Offer your congratulations for the fine work they do.

Lastly, allow me to offer my thanks to all of you who participated in our 2016 contest. We appreciate you. And, of course, we believe there are a couple of categories where there is no competition: Tulsa World readers and advertisers are truly “best in the world!”

Bill Masterson Publisher

2016

BEAUTY & WELLNESS COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER 6 Winner: Plastic Surgery Center of Tulsa – Dr. Greg Ratliff and Dr. Brenda Schiesel Finalists: Aesthetic Surgery Institute of America; Utica Square Skin Care

COSMETICS/BEAUTY SUPPLY 6 Winner: Ulta Beauty Finalists: Barbara’s Tulsa Avon Beauty Center; Fortune Cookie Soap Company

HAIR SALON 7

Winner: Reveal Salon & Aesthetics Finalists: Bella Vita Spa and Salon; Ihloff Salon & Day Spa

HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB 6

Winner: Lifetime Fitness Finalists: Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center; Saint Francis Health Zone

HEALTH FOOD STORE 7 Winner: Sprouts Farmers Market Finalists: Whole Foods Market; Akin’s Natural Foods

MASSAGE 8 Winner: Got Knots Finalists: Bella Vita Spa & Salon; Spa Lux Day Spa & Massage

NAIL SALON 8 Winner: Bella Vita Spa & Salon Finalists: Luxe Nail Bar; Posh Nails and Spa

SPA 9 Winner: The Spa at HealthHub Finalists: Bella Vita Spa & Salon; Got Knots

TANNING 9 Winner: Bahama Sun Finalists: Tan Your Moon; Sunsations

WEIGHT LOSS CENTER 10 Winner: Weight Watchers Finalists: 10 Gym; Pure Barre

CHILDREN CHILD-FRIENDLY 12 RESTAURANT Winner: Hideaway Pizza Finalists: The Bros. Houligan; Tulsa Incredible Pizza Company

CHILD-FRIENDLY VENUE 11 Winner: Tulsa Zoo Finalists: Oklahoma Aquarium; Tulsa Children’s Museum

KIDS STORE 12 Winner: Tulsa Toy Depot Finalists: Kiddlestix; Learning Express Toys

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PLACE TO HOLD 11 CHILD’S BIRTHDAY Winner: Tulsa Zoo Finalists: Bounce U; Tulsa’s Incredible Pizza Company

FINANCIAL BANK 13 Winner: Bank of Oklahoma Finalists: Arvest Bank; First Oklahoma Bank

BUFFET 18 Winner: Buffet at Hard Rock Casino Finalists: 624 Kitchen & Catering; India Palace

BURGER 24 Winner: Fat Guy’s Burger Bar Finalists: Brownies Gourmet Burgers; Goldie’s Patio Grill

CASINO DINING 18

Winner: TTCU The Credit Union Finalists: Communication Federal Credit Union; Oklahoma Central Credit Union

Winner: McGill’s on 19, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Finalists: Johnny Rockets, River Spirit Casino; Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

FINANCIAL ADVISOR 15

CATERER 19

CREDIT UNION 14

Winner: BOK Financial Finalists: Edward Jones; Fidelity Investments

INSURANCE AGENT 15 Winner: Bryan Smith – State Farm Insurance Finalists: Ed Martinez – State Farm Insurance; Bill Wells – State Farm Insurance

FOOD & DRINK ASIAN 16 Winner: P.F. Chang’s Finalists: Pei Wei Asian Diner; Ri Le’s

BAKERY/BAKED GOODS 18 Winner: Merritt’s Bakery Finalists: Ann’s Bakery; Queenie’s Café and Bakery

BAR/LOUNGE 16 Winner: The Stumbling Monkey Bar & Grill Finalists: Fassler Hall; Hodges Bend

BARBECUE 19 Winner: Burn Co. Barbecue Finalists: Albert G’s Bar-B-Q; Oklahoma Joe’s

BARTENDER 16 Winner: Bailey Beard – The Stumbling Monkey Bar & Grill Finalists: Jamie Jennings – Hodges Bend; Read Richards - Valkryie

BEST DINING VIEW 17 Winner: In the Raw (South Tulsa) Finalists: Blue Rose Café; El Quapo’s (Downtown rooftop)

BREAKFAST 20 Winner: Donut Run Finalists: Brookside by Day; Savoy Restaurant

BRUNCH 29 Winner: Café Ole Finalists: Dilly Diner; SMOKE. On Cherry Street

Winner: Ludger’s Catering Finalists: Lambrusco’z To Go; Michael V’s Restaurant

CHEAP EATS 25 Winner: Coney Island Hot Weiner Shop Finalists: QuikTrip; Taco Bueno

CHEF 21 Winner: Trevor Tack, McNellie’s Group Finalists: Michael Minden, Michael V’s Restaurant; Justin Thompson, Prhyme Downtown Steakhouse

CHOCOLATIER 21

ICE CREAM, CUSTARD, 26 FROZEN YOGURT Winner: Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Store Finalists: Andy’s Frozen Custard; STG Gelateria

ITALIAN 26 Winner: Villa Ravenna Finalists: Mondo’s Italian Restaurant; Ti Amo Restaurant

LIQUOR STORE 27 Winner: Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits Finalists: Parkhill’s South Liquors & Wine; Parkhill’s Warehouse Liquors & Wine

MARGARITA 29 Winner: Café Ole Finalists: El Guapo’s Cantina; Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina

MEXICAN (AUTHENTIC) 29 Winner: Café Ole Finalists: El Rio Verde; El Tequila Mexican Kitchen

MEXICAN (TEX-MEX) 28 Winner: Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina Finalists: Chuy’s Mexican Restauant; El Guapo’s Cantina

PIZZA 23 Winner: Hideaway Pizza Finalists: Andolini’s Pizzeria & Italian; East Village Bohemian Pizzeria

Winner: Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Finalists: Glacier Confection; Nouveau Atelier de Chocolat

PLACE TO FIND CRAFT BEER 28

COFFEE 22

PLACE TO SIP A COCKTAIL 29

Winner: Topeca Coffee Finalists: Coffee House on Cherry Street; Shades of Brown

COMFORT FOOD 22 Winner: The Bros. Houligan Finalists: The Brook Restaurant & Bar; Margaret’s German Restaurant

FAMILY RESTAURANT 23 Winner: Hideaway Pizza Finalists: Charleston’s; Weber’s Superior Root Beer Restaurant

FINE DINING 26 Winner: Villa Ravenna Finalists: Mahogany Prime Steakhouse; McGill’s

FOOD TRUCK 25 Winner: Lone Wolf Banh Mi Finalists: Andolini’s Pizzeria & Italian; Lola’s Gypsy Caravan Trailer

HOT DOG 24 Winner: Coney I-Lander Finalists: Coney Island Hot Weiner Shop; Siegi’s Sausage Factory

Winner: McNellie’s Public House Finalists: Fassler Hall; R Bar & Grill Winner: Hodges Bend Finalists: Cosmo Café; Valkyrie

SEAFOOD 30 Winner: White River Fish Market & Restaurant Finalists: Bodean Restaurant & Seafood Market; Bonefish Grill

SHAVED ICE 30 Winner: Boho Sno Finalists: Harper’s Hut Shaved Ice; Josh’s Sno Shack

SPORTS BAR/GRILL 31 Winner: PJ’s Pub and Grill Finalists: Louie’s Grill and Bar; Trey’s Bar & Grill

STEAKHOUSE 27 Winner: Mahogany Prime Steakhouse Finalists: Jamil’s Restaurant; PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse

SUSHI 17 Winner: In the Raw Finalists: Sushi Hana; Yokozuna

WINE LIST 26

Winner: Villa Ravenna Finalists: Vintage 1740 Wine Bar; The Wine Loft

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FUN & LEISURE FUN & LEISURE BOWLING ALLEY 32

Winner: Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge Finalists: Andy B’s; Main Event Entertainment

CASINO 32

Winner: Hard Rock Tulsa Hotel & Casino Finalists: Osage Casinos; River Spirit Casino

CRAFTS/HOBBIES STORE 34 Winner: Hobby Lobby Finalists: Michael’s; Quilt Sampler

DANCE FLOOR 34

Winner: Cain’s Ballroom Finalists: Club Majestic; Legends

ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT 35 Winner: The Brady Arts District Finalists: Blue Dome District; East Village District

FESTIVAL 36

Winner: Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa Finalists: East Village Festival; Tulsa International Mayfest

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 36 VENUE (LARGE)

Winner: BOK Center Finalists: Brady Theater; Cain’s Ballroom

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 37 VENUE (SMALL)

Winner: Guthrie Green Finalists: American Theatre Company; Vanguard Music Hall

LIVE THEATER VENUE 37

Winner: Tulsa Performing Arts Center Finalists: American Theatre Company; Brady Theater

LOCAL BAND 38

Winner: Barrett Lewis Band Finalists: Christine Jude and the Gentlemen Callers; We the Ghost

MOVIE THEATER 38

Winner: Warren Theatres Finalists: AMC Southroads 20; Circle Cinema

PARK 39

Winner: Woodward Park Finalists: Guthrie Green; River Parks

TRAVEL AGENTS 39

Winner: World Travel Finalists: AAA Travel Services; The Travel Group

HEALTHCARE

HEALTHCARE

CARDIOLOGY 42

Winner: Heart Hospital at Saint Francis Finalists: Oklahoma Heart Institute; St. John Heart Institute

CHIROPRACTOR 40

Winner: Dr. Rick Huskey – Chiropractor Finalists: Dr. Craig A. Day – Chiropractor; HealthSource of Tulsa

DENTIST 41

Winner: Dieterlen Dentistry Finalists: Flawless Smile; Perfect Smile Tulsa

HEARING AID CENTER 41

Winner: Clear-Tone Hearing Aid Laboratories Finalists: Audiology of Tulsa; Warren Clinic Ear Nose & Throat

HOSPITAL 46

Winner: Saint Francis Hospital Finalists: Hillcrest Medical Center; St. John Medical Center

ORTHODONTICS 43

Winner: Tulsa Braces by Dr. C Finalists: The Brace Place; Dr. Robert J. Herman

ORTHOPEDIC PRACTICE 43

Winner: Tulsa Bone & Joint Finalists: Central States Orthopedics; Warren Clinic Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

PAIN MANAGEMENT 44

Winner: Pain Management of Tulsa Finalists: Oklahoma Pain and Wellness Center; Tulsa Pain Consultants

PEDIATRIC CARE 45

Winner: The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis Finalists: South Tulsa Pediatrics; Warren Clinic Pediatrics

PHYSICAL THERAPY 44

Winner: Physical Rehabilitation Center of Tulsa Finalists: Central States Orthopedics; Saint Francis Outpatient Physical Therapy

SPINE CARE 40

Winner: Dr. Rick Huskey Chiropractic Finalists: Spine Center of Tulsa Bone & Joint; Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital

URGENT CARE 46

Winner: Warren Clinic Finalists: Saint Francis Urgent Care; St. John Urgent Care

VISION CARE 48

Winner: Triad Eye Institute Finalists: Harrel Eyecare; Dr. Robert H. Zoellner and Associates

WOMEN’S HEALTH 48

Winner: Warren Clinic OB/GYN Finalists: Tulsa OB/GYN Associates; The Women’s Health Group

HOUSE

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APPLIANCE STORE 50

Winner: Hahn Appliance Warehouse

Finalists: Lowe’s; Metro Appliances and More

BUILDER 50

Winner: Brian D. Wiggs Homes Finalists: Magnolia Homes; Yorktown Builders

CARPET/FLOORING 53

Winner: Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Rug Gallery Finalists: Carpet One; Mill Creek Carpet & Tile

DOOR & WINDOW 58 REPLACEMENT

Winner: Windows by Jeff Finalists: Thermal Windows; The Window Source of Tulsa

ELECTRICIAN 51

Winner: Airco Service Finalists: Aspen Electrical Services; Houchin Electric

FURNITURE STORE 52

Winner: Mathis Brothers Furniture Finalists: Luxe Furniture & Design; Sunshine Furniture

GARDEN/NURSERY STORE 53 Winner: Southwood Landscape & Garden Center Finalists: Grogg’s Green Barn; Sanders Nursery & Distribution Center

HOME DECOR STORE 54

Winner: Hobby Lobby Finalists: Old Time Pottery; TA Lorton

HOME IMPROVE. STORE 55 Winner: Lowe’s Finalists: The Home Depot; Westlake Ace Hardware

HVAC 51

Winner: Airco Service Finalists: Air Assurance; Air Comfort Solutions

OUTDOOR LIVING 54

Winner: Jack Wills Outdoor Living Finalists: Metro Outdoor Living; Oklahoma Outdoor Living

PLUMBER 51

Winner: Airco Service Finalists: Air Assurance; Mullin Plumbing

REMODELER 55

Winner: Residential Repair Finalists: Re-Bath of Tulsa; Sonrise Construction

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE 56 Winner: Chinowth & Cohen Realtors Finalists: Coldwell Banker Select; McGraw Realtors

ROOFER 56

Winner: Royal Roofing & Construction Finalists: A-Best Roofing; T-Town Roofing

LEARNING

LEARNING

ADULT EDUCATION 59

Winner: Tulsa Tech Finalists: St. Gregory’s; Tulsa Community College

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES 59

Winner (TIE): The University of Tulsa; Tulsa Community College Finalists: OSU Tulsa; Oral Roberts University

DANCE/ART/MUSIC SCHOOL 60 Winner: Tulsa Ballet Finalists: Footprints Dance Studio; Miss Shelly’s School of Dance

PRIVATE SCHOOL 60

Winner: Bishop Kelley High School Finalists: Cascia Hall Preparatory School; Holland Hall

TRADE SCHOOL 59

Winner: Tulsa Tech Finalists: Clary Sage College; Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

PETS

PETS

PET GROOMER 62

Winner: The Barking Lot Finalists: Rachel’s K-9 Designs; Woodland West Pet Resort

PET SHOP 64

Winner: Southern Agriculture Finalists: Dog Dish; PetSmart

VETERINARIAN 64

Winner: Feline Specialties Finalist: Meredith Dooley, DVM, Woodland West Animal Hospital; Southern Agriculture;

QUALITY OF LIFE

QUALITY OF LIFE

ARTS ORGANIZATION 65

Winner: American Theater Company Finalists: Celebrity Attractions; Tulsa Ballet

BANQUET FACILITY 66

Winner: Mayo Hotel Finalists: American Theatre Company; Glenpool Conference Center; Harwelden Mansion

DEVELOPMENT 65

Winner: Stone Canyon Finalists: Forest Ridge; River’s Edge

FAVORITE TULSA PRO 68 SPORTS TEAM

Winner: The Tulsa Drillers Finalists: Tulsa Oilers Hockey; Tulsa Roughnecks

FAVORITE TULSA 68 SPORTS MASCOT

Winner: Tulsa Drillers Hornsby Finalists: The University of Tulsa’s Captain Cane; Tulsa Roughnecks Oil-E Coyote

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GOLF COURSE (PRIVATE) 70

Winner: Southern Hills Country Club Finalists: Oaks Country Club; Tulsa Country Club

GOLF COURSE (PUBLIC) 70

Winner: LaFortune Park Golf Course Finalists: Battle Creek Golf Course; Mohawk Park Golf Club

HOTEL 66

Winner: The Mayo Hotel Finalists: Ambassador Hotel; Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center

MUSEUM 68

Winner: Philbrook Museum of Art Finalists: Gilcrease Museum; Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art

PLACE TO VOLUNTEER 71

Winner: Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma Finalists: American Theatre Company; Iron Gate; John 3:16 Mission

PLACE TO WORSHIP 67

Winner: Asbury Methodist Finalists: All Souls Unitarian Church; Life.Church

RETIREMENT/ASSISTED 71 LIVING COMMUNITY

FLORIST 74

Winner: Toni’s Flowers and Gifts Finalists: Mrs. DeHaven’s Flower Shop; Tulsa Blossom Shoppe

GIFT BOUTIQUE 73

Winner: The Gadget Company Finalists: Ida Red Boutique; The Perfect Touch

GOLD/JEWELRY BUYERS 76

Winner: Tulsa Gold & Silver Finalists: Abby’s Cash for Gold; Tulsa Gold & Gems;

GROCERY 76

Winner: Reasor’s Finalists: Sprouts Farmers Market; Whole Foods Market

JEWELER 75

Winner: Moody’s Jewelry Finalists: Bruce G. Weber Precious Jewels; J. David Jewelry

MATTRESS STORE 77

Winner: Mattress Firm Finalists: Mathis Brothers Furniture; Mattress King

MEN’S CLOTHING 77

Winner: Urban Outfitters Finalists: Drysdales; Travers Mahan

OUTDOORS STORE 80

Winner: Academy Sports + Outdoor Finalists: Backwoods; Bass Pro Shop

Winner: Country Club of Woodland Hills Finalists: Montereau; St. Simeon’s

RUNNING SHOP 78

TULSA LANDMARK 72

SHOES AND BOOTS 78

Winner: The Golden Driller Finalists: Boston Avenue United Methodist Church; Cain’s Ballroom

WEDDING VENUE 72

Winner: Spain Ranch Finalists: American Theatre Company; Harwelden Mansion

SHOPPING

SHOPPING

ANTIQUES 79

Winner: Jade On Main Finalists: Attic Treasures; River City Trading Post

BIKE SHOP 79

Winner: Tom’s Bicycles Finalists: Lee’s Bicycles; Quickie Mart

BRIDAL/FORMAL WEAR 73

Winner: Facchianos Finalists: Beshara’s Formal Wear; David’s Bridal

ELECTRONICS 75

Winner: Best Buy Finalists: Apple Store; Thrill House Vintage Video

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Winner: RunnersWorld Tulsa Finalists: Fleet Feet Sports Tulsa; Tulsa Runner Winner: Dillard’s Finalists: Drysdales; Fleming’s Comfort Footwear

WOMEN’S CLOTHING 78 Winner: Dillard’s Finalists: Kohl’s; Posh

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

CAR REPAIR SHOP 81

Winner: Hamilton Auto Repair Finalists: European Autospecialist; Robertson Tire

CAR WASH 81

Winner: Mr. Klean Carwash Finalists: EcoGreen Mobile Detailing; Touch of Class Auto Spa

LIMOUSINE 82

Winner: VIP Limousine Finalists: Galaxy Limousine; Kristal Limousine

PLACE FOR OIL CHANGE 82

Winner: Jiffy Lube Finalists: European Autospecialist; Robertson Tire

TIRE SHOP 82

Winner: Robertson Tire Finalists: Discount Tire; Hibdon Tires Plus

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Plastic Surgery Center of Tulsa — Dr. Greg Ratliff and Dr. Brenda Schiesel

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2107 E. 15th St., Tulsa 918-712-0888, pscoftulsa.com

Offering an array of cosmetic surgeries and treatments, Plastic Surgery Center of Tulsa helps patients feel confident in their appearances. With a 25-year tradition of customer satisfaction, the staff is committed to providing a comfortable setting for patients.

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Ulta Beauty stores offer a large selection of cosmetics, hair styling tools, as well as hair, body and nail care products.

All locations also operate full salons. Employees have expertise in product application. AP photo

 Aesthetic Surgery Institute of America 2811 E. 15th St., Suite 103 Tulsa, 918-939-8339 nicolepatel.com  Utica Square Skin Care 1325 E. 35th St., Suite B Tulsa, 918-712-3223 Utica-Square-Skin-Care on Facebook

FINALISTS

 Barbara’s Tulsa Avon Beauty Center 5539 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-660-2866 barbaraharrison.avonrepresentative.com  Fortune Cookie Soap Co. 12812 S. Memorial Drive, #201 Bixby 918-779-1518  fortunecookiesoap.com

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4915-A E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-664-5916 7505 S. Olympia Ave. West, Tulsa 918-447-0917 8722 E. 71st St., # 8722, Tulsa 918-250-9053 ulta.com

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Life Time Fitness >

10642 S. Memorial Drive, Bixby 918-364-8500, lifetimefitness.com

FINALISTS

 Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center 2021 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-495-1111, csjcc.org  Health Zone at Saint Francis 5353 E. 68th St., Tulsa 918-494-1671, saintfrancis.com/health-zone

Life Time Fitness has the equipment and amenities to please top fitness buffs to beginners in a resort-like setting. Some amenities include personal training programs and group fitness classes as well as swimming pools, basketball and racquetball courts, rock wall climbing, yoga and cycling.

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BEAUTY & WE LLNESS Sprouts Farmers Market >

4123 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa, 918-858-8850 10111 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-364-7272 851 E. Hillside Drive, B.A., 918-806-0810 sprouts.com

FINALISTS

If you want to freshen up or change your look for fall, look no further than Reveal Salon & Aesthetics. Owner Nicole McGinnis and her staff of professional stylists provide hair, nail, and skin care services for the entire family. CORY YOUNG/Tulsa World file photo

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 Akin’s Natural Foods 3321 E. 31st St., Tulsa, 918-742-6630 7807 E. 51st St., Tulsa, 918-663-4137, akins.com  Whole Foods Market 1401 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-712-7555 9136 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-879-0493 wholefoodsmarket.com

FINALISTS

 Bella Vita Spa & Salon 10424 S. 82nd East Ave. Tulsa, 918-369-8482 bellavitaspaandsalon. com  Ihloff Salon and Day Spa 100 E. Second St. Tulsa, 918-587-2566 1876 Utica Square Tulsa, 918-587-2566 8343 S, Memorial Drive Tulsa, 918-587-2566 ihloffspa.com

^ Reveal Salon & Aesthetics 8929 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 170, Tulsa 918-891-9634, revealtulsa.com

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Sprouts Farmers Market is passionate about educating and empowering all people to live a healthy lifestyle each day. Courtesy photo

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BEAUTY & WE LLNESS Bella Vita’s nail salon offers two manicure stations and four pedicure stations. The salon uses a jetted pipeless whirlpool system to maintain the highest standards of sterilization and cleanliness, which owner Jeanette Eaton Nazarian says is a priority for her skilled technicians.

Bella Vita Spa > & Salon

10424 S. 82nd East Ave., Tulsa 918-369-8482 bellavitaspaandsalon.com

FINALISTS

 Luxe Nail Bar 1302 E. 15th St., Tulsa 918-938-6027 luxenailbarcherrystreet on Facebook  Posh Nails and Spa 3743 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-749-7674 POSHNailsBrookside on Facebook

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Bella Vita Spa and Salon 10424 S. 82nd East Ave., Tulsa 918-369-8482 bellavitaspaandsalon.com  Spa Lux Day Spa & Massage 8922 S. Memorial Drive, Suite B Tulsa, 918-615-3339 spalux.org

Got Knots

3820 E. 51st St. Suite C, Tulsa 918-747-0939 Got Knots Tulsa on Facebook Adriana Ouellette is a licensed massage therapist who operates Got Knots. She specializes in custom therapeutic massage services for 30 to 90 minutes. Her business is conveniently open days, nights and weekends by appointment only.

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BEAUTY & WELLNESS Bahama Sun

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3732 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-748-9971 bahamasuntanandspray.com

FINALISTS

 Sunsations 6532 E. 71st St., Suite 103, Tulsa 918-491-1826, tulsasunsations.net  Tan Your Moon 1085 N. Ninth St., Broken Arrow, 918-251-8555 8222 E. 103rd St., Suite 113, Bixby, 918-369-4826 tanyourmoon.net

The staff at The Spa at HealthHub includes, left to right: Dr. Scottie Lawrence, D.C., Rebecca Stephens, Gabrielle Kutt, Mandy Climer and Eboni Rushing. They specialize in body contouring, permanent fat loss and reshaping. Tulsa World photo

FINALISTS

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3562 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-398-8513 healthsourcetulsaspa.com

Bahama Sun opened in 2002 and has been helping clients look and feel great during any season of the year. They do this by educating clients, providing excellent customer service in a clean environment and offering multi-level tanning beds and UV free spray tanning.

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 Bella Vita Spa & Salon 10424 S. 82nd East Ave., Tulsa 918-369-8482, bellavitaspaandsalon.com  Got Knots 3820 E. 51st St. Suite C, Tulsa, 918-747-0939, Got Knots Tulsa on Facebook

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BEAUTY & WE LLNESS Weight Watchers takes a personal approach to health and fitness with programs that help clients eat healthier and find an active lifestyle fit for their own pace. They focus on the person and helping clients achieve success in a number of different ways.

< Weight Watchers

18 meeting locations in the Tulsa area weightwatchers.com

FINALISTS

 10 Gym 11215 E. 31st St., Tulsa, 918-438-0193 1800 S. Aspen, Broken Arrow, 918-251-4855 12202 E. 93rd St. North, Owasso, 918-609-6090 4818 E. 80th St., Tulsa, 918-494-3644, 10gym.com  Pure Barre 8921 S. Yale Ave., Suite C, Tulsa, 918-494-4977 3807 S. Peoria Ave., Suite M, Tulsa, 918-933-6006 purebarre.com

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CHILDREN The Tulsa Zoo is home to 1,500 animals representing 436 species. This sea lion exhibit (at right) opened in March 2012 as part of the Oceans and Islands area. A new Lost Kingdom exhibit is scheduled to open in 2017.

< Tulsa Zoo

6421 E. 36th St. North, Tulsa 918-669-6600, tulsazoo.org

FINALISTS

 Bounce U 8922 S. Memorial Drive, Suite A, Tulsa 918-249-0090 bounceu.com  Tulsa Incredible Pizza Company, 8314 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-294-8671 tulsaincrediblepizza.com

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6421 E. 36th St. North, Tulsa 918-669-6600, tulsazoo.org

FINALISTS

 Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks, 918-296-3474 okaquarium.org  Tulsa Children’s Museum 560 N. Maybelle Ave., Tulsa, 918-295-8144 tulsachildrensmuseum.org Henry the tiger (shown above) is one of four Malayan tigers at the Tulsa Zoo and among an estimated 250 to 340 of the endangered species left anywhere in the world.

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CHILDREN Hideaway Pizza started in Stillwater and was only the second pizzeria in the state of Oklahoma. It arrived in Tulsa in 1993. That Cherry Street restaurant is still going strong, and six more Hideaways have opened in the area since, including Broken Arrow and Owasso. Hideaway will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2017.

Hideaway Pizza >

Seven locations in the Tulsa area hideawaypizza.com

FINALISTS

 The Bros. Houligan 2508 E. 15th St., Tulsa, 918-747-1086 4848 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-254-1086 broshouligan.com  Tulsa Incredible Pizza Company, 8314 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-294-8671 tulsaincrediblepizza.com

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Tulsa Toy Depot is like no other toy store you have ever seen. That’s because the owners look all over the world for unique toys that help engage kids and help them learn. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo

FINALISTS

 Kiddlestix, 3815 S. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, 918-749-8697 Kiddlestix on Facebook  Learning Express Toys, 7891 E. 108th St., Suite X-8, Tulsa 918-970-6999 learningexpress.com

^ Tulsa Toy Depot

10114 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-938-0555 tulsatoydepot.com

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F INANCIAL Bank of Oklahoma doesn’t just provide personalized services to you. They also believe in giving back to the community.

Bank of Oklahoma has relationships with more than 800 nonprofit partners in eight states, working closely with business leaders and local partners.

Bank of Oklahoma > 39 locations in the Tulsa area bankofoklahoma.com

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 Arvest Bank 29 locations in the Tulsa area arvest.com  First Oklahoma Bank 100 S. Riverfront Drive, Jenks 918-392-2500 4110 S. Rockford Ave., Tulsa 918-392-2500 firstoklahomabank.com

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TTCU The Credit Union was founded during the Great Depression in the desk drawer of Miss Linnie B. Wilson, a bookkeeping teacher at Central High School. Today the credit union has over 120,000 members and assets over $1.6 billion. It is constructing new headquarters on 81st Street near Mingo Road.

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^ TTCU The Credit Union 16 locations in the Tulsa area ttcu.com

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 Communication Federal Credit Union 6 locations in the Tulsa area comfedcu.org  Oklahoma Central Credit Union 9 locations in the Tulsa area oklahomacentral.org

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FINANCIAL Bryan Smith and his wife, Anna, have won numerous local and regional awards for delivering outstanding service to their State Farm Insurance customers. They employ a staff of exceptional workers who can deliver 24/7 service 365 days a year when emergencies arise.

< Bryan Smith State Farm Insurance

6770 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa, 918-481-7283 callbryansmith.com

FINALISTS

 Ed Martinez - State Farm Insurance 3125 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-742-3131, edmartinez.org  Bill Wells - State Farm Insurance 1660 E. 71st St., Suite 2H, Tulsa, 918-492-1657 statefarm.com

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 Edward Jones 105 locations in Tulsa and surrounding area edwardjones.com  Fidelity Investments 2020 S. Lewis Ave., Suite 100, Tulsa 918-712-7628, fidelity.com

Steve Bradshaw is president and chief executive officer of BOK Financial. He assumed that role in 2013, following Stanley Lybarger.

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FOOD & DRINK < Bailey Beard – The Stumbling Monkey Bar & Grill

The Stumbling > Monkey Bar & Grill 8921 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-921-3530 stumblingmonkeybar on Facebook

8921 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-921-3530 stumblingmonkeybar on Facebook

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 Fassler Hall 304 S. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-576-7898 fasslerhall.com  Hodges Bend 823 E. Third St., Tulsa 918-398-4470 hodges-bend.com

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Bailey Beard is the Best in the World Bartender at the Best in the World Bar and Lounge: The Stumbling Monkey. Tulsa World photo

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 Jamie Jennings - Hodges Bend 823 E. Third St., Tulsa 918-398-4470 hodges-bend.com  Read Richards - Valkyrie 13 E. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa 918-295-2160, valkyrietulsa.com 

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P.F. Chang’s >

1978 E. 21st St., Utica Square, Tulsa 918-747-6555 pfchangs.com

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 Pei Wei Asian Diner 5954 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-497-1015 3535 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-749-6083 10005 S. Memorial Drive, #10, Tulsa, 918-254-2151 4609 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-250-8557 peiwei.com  Ri Le’s 4932 E. 91st St., Suite 102, Tulsa, 918-496-2126

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Located in Utica Square, P.F. Chang’s has been offering Tulsa diners Chinese fare since 2002.

A few favorite dishes are the famous lettuce wraps and orange peel shrimp. Courtesy photo

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FOOD & DRINK < In the Raw (South Tulsa) 6151 S. Sheridan Road,Tulsa 918-524-0063, intherawsushi.com

FINALISTS

 Blue Rose Café 1924 Riverside Drive, Tulsa 918-582-4600, bluerosecafetulsa.com  El Guapo’s (Downtown rooftop) 332 E. First St., Tulsa 918-382-7482, elguaposcantina.com Sushi with a view — it doesn’t get much better than that. In the Raw has a south Tulsa location known as In the Raw on the Hill. This restaurant provides fantastic views of Tulsa, along with a fun atmosphere, delicious food and great drinks. MICHAEL WYKE/Tulsa World file photo

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^ In the Raw

6151 S. Sheridan Road,Tulsa, 918-524-0063 3321 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-744-1300 216 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-893-6111 intherawsushi.com

 Sushi Hana 9904 Riverside Parkway Tulsa, 918-538-6688 sushihanatulsa.com  Yokozuna 309 E. Second St., Tulsa 918-508-7676 9146 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-619-6271 yokozunasushi.com ad 100286832-01

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v Merritt’s Bakery

3202 E. 15th St.,Tulsa, 918-747-2301 4930 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-250-1607 2832 E. 101st St., Tulsa, 918-296-9000 merrittsbakery.com

FINALISTS

 Ann’s Bakery 7 N. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-834-2345, annsbakery.com  Queenie’s Café and Bakery 1834 Utica Square, Tulsa 981-749-3481, queeniesoftulsa.com

McGill’s on 19 derives its name from being loThe Buffet at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa cated on the 19th floor of the Hard Rock Hotel. has so many choices it will leave you coming It offers fine dining without the need to dress back for more and more, thanks to Executive Chef Tim Westergard. MATT BARNARD/Tulsa World file photo up. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo

^ Buffet at Hard Rock Casino 777 W. Cherokee St. Catoosa 800-760-6700 hardrockcasinotulsa.com

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 624 Kitchen & Catering 624 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918-779-6333, 624catering.com  India Palace 6963 S. Lewis Ave. Tulsa 918-492-8040, theindiapalacetulsa.com

^ McGill’s on 19, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 777 W. Cherokee St. Catoosa 918-384-7500 dinemcgills.com

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 Johnny Rockets, River Spirit Casino 8330 Riverside Parkway Tulsa 918-995-8300 riverspirittulsa.com  Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa 918-739-4888, hardrockcasinotulsa.com

Merritt’s Bakery began in 1979 as The Cake Box, selling wedding and birthday cakes. Today, Merritt’s offers many delicious baked goods, like its chocolate crinkle cookies and cream  cheese brownies. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo

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FOOD & DRINK Ludger’s Catering has been a Tulsa staple for years. Scott and Megan Sherrill bought the business in 2009 from Chef Ludger Schulz after he had the business for 25 years.

The catering menu is extensive, and they offer services for events big and small.

< Ludger’s Catering

6120 E. 32nd Place, Suite A, Tulsa 918-744-9988, ludgerscatering.com

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 Lambrusco’z To Go 114-A S. Detroit Ave., Tulsa, 918-496-1246 1344 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-496-1246 lambruscoz.com  Michael V’s Restaurant 8222 E. 103rd St., Suite 137, Tulsa 918-369-0310, michaelvsrestaurant.com

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v Burn Co. Barbecue 1738 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918-574-2777 burnbbq.com

 Albert G’s Bar-B-Q 2748 S. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, 918-747-4799 421 E. First St., Tulsa 918-728-3650 albertgs.com  Oklahoma Joe’s 333 W. Albany St. Broken Arrow 918-355-0000 6175 E. 61st St., Tulsa 918-894-4447 423 N. Main St. (inside Cain’s Ballroom), Tulsa 918-960-2017 okjoes.com Burn Co. Barbecue is a “must eat” when in Tulsa. Tip: Get there early. The line starts forming before noon, and if there is something in particular you want for lunch, get there before it’s gone.

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FOOD & DRINK Donut Run >

Delivery all over Tulsa area 918-639-2000, donutrun.us

FINALISTS

 Brookside By Day 3313 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-745-9989 brooksidebyday.com  Savoy Restaurant 6033 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-494-5621 savoyrestaurant.com

Ryan Marrs (left) and Cody Andrus started Donut Run in 2014.

They don’t make any doughnuts; they offer a delivery service in the Tulsa area for whatever brand of doughnuts you like so that you don’t have to get dressed and head out the door to enjoy them for breakfast.

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FOOD & DRINK Having worked in many kitchens in the Tulsa area, it’s no surprise that Chef Trevor Tack, shown here in The Tavern \ restaurant, tops our “Best Chef” list for 2016. Tack is now the corporate chef for McNellie’s Group, which includes all locations for Jame E. McNellie’s, El Guapos, Yokozuna, Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge, The Tavern, Fassler Hall, The Colony and Dilly Diner.

Trevor Tack, > McNellie’s Group

201 N. Main St.,Tulsa 918-949-98015, mcnelliesgroup.com

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 Justin Thompson, PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse 111 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-794-7700 prhymetulsa.com  Michael Minden, Michael V’s Restaurant 8222 E. 103rd St., Suite 137, Tulsa 918-369-0310 michaelvsrestaurant.com

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 Have a hankering for a sweet treat? Look no further than Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The caramel apples, fudge and assorted chocolates are sure to please, whether you are looking for an individual serving or enough for a party or give as a gift to someone you love.

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< Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

10114 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-299-7623 rockymountainchocolatefactory.com

FINALISTS

 Glacier Confection 15 E. M.B. Brady St.,Tulsa 918-938-6368, glacierconfection.com  Nouveau Atelier de Chocolat 205 S. Main St., Broken Arrow 918-258-2877, nouveauchocolates.com

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FOOD & DRINK The Bros. Houligan is the place to go when you’re craving some great comfort food. A favorite, the chicken fried steak is cooked to perfection and smothered in gravy.

Get this served with cottage fries, green beans, a house salad and you’re set. They also run daily specials.

< The Bros. Houligan

2508 E. 15th St., Tulsa, 918-747-1086 4848 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-254-1086 broshouligan.com

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 The Brook Restaurant & Bar 7727 E. 91st St., Tulsa, 918-392-9977 3401 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-748-9977 brookrestaurant.com  Margaret’s German Restaurant 5107 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-622-3747 margaretsgermanrestaurant.com

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^ Topeca Coffee

115 W. Fifth St., Tulsa, 918-592-9090 100 E. Second St., Tulsa, 918-592-1008 topecacoffee.com

FINALISTS

 Coffee House on Cherry Street 1502 E.15th St., Tulsa, 918-779-6137 thecoffeehouseoncherrystreet.com  Shades of Brown 3302 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-747-3000 shadescoffee.com

Topeca Coffee isn’t just a place to get a great cup of coffee, or cup of tea. Topeca operates as a Seedto-Cup company: part of the profits from coffee sales from one of the cafes or through grocery stores goes directly back to Topeca farms and the workers.

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FOOD & DRINK Hideaway Pizza >

< Hideaway Pizza

7 locations in the Tulsa area hideawaypizza.com

7 locations in the Tulsa area hideawaypizza.com

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 Charleston’s 3726 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-749-3287 6839 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-495-3511 251 E. Hillside Drive, Broken Arrow, 918-355-9177 charlestons.com  Weber’s Superior Root Beer Restaurant 3817 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-742-1082, webersoftulsa.com

The Paradise Pie is one of the Hideaway Pizza favorites. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo

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 Andolini’s Pizzeria and Italian 1552 E. 15th St., Tulsa, 918-728-6111 12410 E. 96th St., Owasso, 918-272-9328 222 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-940-2770 andopizza.com  East Village Bohemian Pizzeria 818 E. 3rd St.,Tulsa 918-895-6999, eastvillagebohemian.com

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FOOD & DRINK Fat Guy’s Burger Bar is home to the Fat Guy’s Burger Bar Challenge. It consists of a 2-pound patty, 1 pound of bacon, two hot dogs, eight slices of American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and a choice of sauce.

Eat it all with a pound of fries in 60 minutes, and you’ve completed the challenge!

< Fat Guy’s Burger Bar

140 N. Greenwood Ave., Tulsa, 918-794-7782 7945 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-893-2232 1009 N. Elm St., Broken Arrow, 918-872-9313 fatguysburgers.com

FINALISTS

 Brownies Gourmet Burgers 1730 Utica Square, Tulsa, 918-747-7935 Brownies Gourmet Burgers on Facebook

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 Goldie’s Patio Grill 9 area locations, goldies.com 

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7 locations in the Tulsa area Coney-I-Lander-A-Tulsa-Tradition on Facebook

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 Coney Island Hot Weiner Shop 107 N. Boulder Ave., Suite D, Tulsa, 918-587-2821 ConeyIslandandHotWeiners on Facebook  Siegi’s Sausage Factory 8104 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-492-8988 siegis.com

Tulsa is full of great places to find a great-tasting hot dog, but Coney I-Lander was named “Best Hot Dog,” thanks to its signature coneys. The restaurant’s slogan is “Since 1926 we haven’t changed a bite!”

We hope they never change.

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FOOD & DRINK Philip and Danielle Phillips opened Lone Wolf Banh Mi in September 2012, and their truck quickly became a local favorite. It has even been featured on the second season of CNBC’s television show “Restaurant Startup.”

They just opened a new location near TU. What to order: Anything on the menu.

Lone Wolf Banh Mi >

3136 E. 11th St., Tulsa 918-861-4232, lonewolftruck.com

FINALISTS

 Andolini’s Pizzeria & Italian 1552 E. 15th St., Tulsa, 918-728-6111 12410 E. 96th St., Owasso, 918-272-9328 222 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-940-2770 andotrucktulsa.com  Lola’s Gypsy Caravan Trailer 1347 E. 11th St., Tulsa 918-269-6076, LolasCaravan on Facebook

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Coney Island Hot Weiner Shop has been in Tulsa for 90 years. It has moved to several locations over the years, but the restaurant has kept its unique school desk seating. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo

FINALISTS

^ Coney Island Hot Weiner Shop

107 N. Boulder Ave., Suite D, Tulsa 918-587-2821 ConeyIslandandHotWeiners on Facebook

 Taco Bueno 25 locations in Tulsa area tacobueno.com  QuikTrip 55 locations in Tulsa area quiktrip.com

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FOOD & DRINK The Orioli family has opened, owned and operated eight restaurants in both Latin America and the United States.

Sergio Orioli moved to Tulsa in 2008 after visiting his daughter and falling in love with the “beautiful green city.”

He opened Villa Ravenna, continuing three generations of Oriolis sharing their passion for food and culture from Northern Italy.

Villa Ravenna >

6526 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-270-2666, villaravenna.com

FINALISTS

 Mahogany Prime Steakhouse 6823 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-494-4043, mahoganyprimesteakhouse.com  McGill’s 1560 E. 21st St., Tulsa, 918-742-8080 6058 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-388-8080 dinemcgills.com

Villa Ravenna >

6526 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-270-2666, villaravenna.com

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 Vintage 1740 Wine Bar 1740 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918-582-0700, vintage1740.com  The Wine Loft 7890 E. 106th Place South, Tulsa 918-970-4766, thewinelofttulsa.com  Scooping up sweet treats for more than 80 years, Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Stores operate in almost 300 locations throughout five states. Stop in for a classic scoop of vanilla or chocolate on a waffle cone or a gigantic banana split.

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^ Villa Ravenna

6526 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-270-2666, villaravenna.com

 Mondo’s Italian Restaurant 3410 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-561-6300, mondositalian.com  Ti Amo Restaurant 219 S. Cheyenne Ave., Tulsa, 918-592-5151 6024 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa, 918-499-1919 tiamotulsa.com 

< Braum’s Ice Cream & Dairy Store

More than 25 locations in the Tulsa area, braums.com

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 Andy’s Frozen Custard 4844 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-932-8821 8251 E. 102nd St., Tulsa, 918-364-9866 800 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-286-7384 eatandys.com  STG Gelateria 114 S. Detroit Ave., Tulsa, 918-960-2011 5233 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa, 918-398-7000 stgitalian.com

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FOOD & DRINK Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits opened in 1959, the day after Oklahoma repealed Prohibition. It offers a wide variety of wine, beer and other liquor selections.

You also will be greeted by the store’s “floor manager” — a lovable dog named Truman.

Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits >

3324 E. 31st St., Suite A, Tulsa 918-747-1171, ranchacreswine.com

FINALISTS

 Parkhill’s South Liquors & Wine 10018 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-528-6700, parkhillsouthtulsa.com  Parkhill’s Warehouse Liquors & Wine 5111 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-742-4187, parkhillsliquor.com

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6823 S. Yale Ave, Tulsa 918-494-4043, mahoganyprimesteakhouse.com

FINALISTS

 Jamil’s Restaurant 3823 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-742-9097  PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse 111 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-794-7700, prhymetulsa.com Using custom-aged U.S. prime Midwestern beef, Mahogany Prime Steakhouse makes steak the star.

Mahogany offers a fine-dining experience with an exceptional wine list and outstanding service.

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FOOD & DRINK Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina has a laid back atmosphere with outdoor seating and live entertainment during the warmer months.

Enjoy the Mexican fare while sipping on a frozen margarita at one of its three locations.

< Los Cabos Mexican Grill

300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks, 918-298-2226 151 E. Bass Pro Drive, Broken Arrow, 918-355-8877 9455 N. Owasso Expressway, Owasso, 918-609-8671 loscabosok.com

FINALISTS

 Chuy’s Mexican Restaurant 10808 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-252-0405 8120 S. Olympia Ave. West, Tulsa, 918-445-8007 chuys.com  El Guapo’s Cantina 8161 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa, 918-728-7482 332 E. First St., Tulsa, 918-382-7482, elguaposcantina.com

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McNellie’s Public House has been topof-mind for Tulsans who’ve wanted to grab a beer for years now. Owner Elliot Nelson brings in dozens of imported beers, and the menu is constantly rotating with availability and seasons.

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FINALISTS

^ McNellie’s Public House 409 E. First St., Tulsa, 918-382-7468 7031 S. Zurich Ave., Tulsa, 918-933-5250 mcnellies.com

 Fassler Hall 304 S. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-576-7898 fasslerhall.com  R Bar & Grill 3421 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-392-4811 rbartulsa.com

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FOOD & DRINK FINALISTS

Café Ole >

3509 S. Peoria Ave.,Tulsa 918-745-6699, cafeolebrookside.com

 Dilly Diner 402 E. Second St., Tulsa 918-938-6382, dillydiner.com  SMOKE On Cherry Street 1542 E. 15th St., Tulsa 918-949-4440, smoketulsa.com

FINALISTS

Café Ole >

3509 S. Peoria Ave.,Tulsa 918-745-6699, cafeolebrookside.com

 El Guapo’s Cantina 332 E. First St., Tulsa 8161 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa, 918-728-7482 918-382-7482, elguaposcantina.com  Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina 300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks, 918-298-2226 151 E. Bass Pro Drive, B.A., 918-355-8877 9455 N. Owasso Exp., Owasso, 918-609-8671 loscabosok.com

FINALISTS

Café Ole >

3509 S. Peoria Ave.,Tulsa 918-745-6699, cafeolebrookside.com

 El Rio Verde 38 N. Trenton Ave., Tulsa 918-592-2555  El Tequila Mexican Kitchen 5001 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa, 918-895-6262 8118 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-459-7677 12500 E. 86th St. North, Tulsa, 918-274-0931 1113 N. Elm Pl., Broken Arrow, 918-258-5454 eltequilatulsa.com

Café Ole opened in1987, and it became a favorite place in Brookside. Guests will find a Southwestern flare and be treated to mango margaritas, mimosas and an extensive brunch menu on weekends. JAMES GIBBARD/Tulsa World file photo

 Hodges Bend offers impeccable service from its bartenders, baristas and its sommeliers. The coffee served is sourced and roasted locally, while Hodges Bend’s wine list is hand-picked, and cocktails take on classic twists and exciting interpretations.

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< Hodges Bend

823 E. Third St.,Tulsa 918-398-4470, hodges-bend.com

FINALISTS

 Cosmo Café 3334 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-933-4848, cosmo-cafe.com  Valkyrie 13 E. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa 918-295-2160, valkyrietulsa.com

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FOOD & DRINK White River Fish Market has been serving up seafood since 1932. With its central location in Oklahoma, White River Fish Market is able to source seafood from North and South America, giving them a wider variety of seafood.

White River Fish Market > & Restaurant

1708 N. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-835-1910, whiteriverfishmarket.com

FINALISTS

 Bodean Restaurant & Seafood Market 3376 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-743-3861, bodean.net  Bonefish Grill 4651 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-252-3474, bonefishgrill.com

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With 80 flavors to choose from, Boho Sno is the place to cool off on a hot day. Try a speciality shaved ice and add gummy worms on top for a pop of fun.

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^ Boho Sno

2800 W. 121st St. South, Glenpool, 918-760-2465 BohoSno on Facebook

 Harper’s Hut Shaved Ice 1124 E. Charles Page Blvd.

Sand Springs, 918-671-6352 harpershutshavedice.com  Josh’s Sno Shack 4 locations in the Tulsa area joshssnoshack.com

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FOOD & DRINK PJ’s Pub and Grill is a south Tulsa 21and-over bar and grill started by three friends. It is co-owned

by P.J. Jones and Todd Billingsley.

PJ’s serves food, cocktails and fun in a casual atmosphere. It offers plenty of television screens so you can be sure to catch the game you want to watch while you are eating and talking with friends.

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FINALISTS

^ PJ’s Pub and Grill 9999 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa 918-806-6869 pjspubandgrill.com

 Louie’s Grill and Bar 6310 E. 101st St., Tulsa, 918-298-5777 813 E. A St., Jenks, 918-298-5300 1640 N. Ninth St., B.A., 918-355-0421 louiesgrillandbar.com  Trey’s Bar & Grill 7891 E. 108th St., Suite 22, Tulsa 918-970-4950, treys.co

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FUN & lE ISURE Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge is an eight-lane bowling alley in the Blue Dome District with a lounge, full bar, patio and VIP room with two lanes inspired by the bowling alleys of the 1970s.

< Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge 211 S. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-430-3901 dustbowlok.com

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 Andy B’s 8711 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-299-9494 andybtulsa.com  Main Event Entertainment 7830 S. Santa Fe Ave. West, Tulsa 918-447-1200 mainevent.com

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Hard Rock Tulsa Hotel > & Casino 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa 800-760-6700 hardrockcasinotulsa.com

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 Osage Casinos 951 W. 36th St. North, Tulsa 301 Blackjack Drive, Sand Springs 5591 W. Rogers Blvd., Skiatook 877-246-8777, osagecasinos.com  River Spirit Casino 8330 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa 918-299-8518, riverspirittulsa.com

Hard Rock Tulsa Hotel & Casino is 10.6 miles from Tulsa International Airport and offers a free airport shuttle and 24/7 valet parking.

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FUN & lE ISURE Hobby Lobby’s website offers unique tips, lessons and inspiration through Do-ItYourself project ideas and videos.

< Hobby Lobby

9717 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-254-0290 3132 E. 51st St. South, Tulsa, 918-749-0098 9002 N. 121st St. E. Ave., Owasso, 918-274-3841 720 W. New Orleans St., B.A. 918-455-3710 hobbylobby.com

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 Michael’s 4927 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-628-0546 7424 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa, 918-445-2224 11119 E. 71st St. South, Tulsa, 918-249-1496 michaels.com  Quilt Sampler 6024 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-493-3388, quiltsampler.com 

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Cain’s Ballroom >

423 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-584-2306 cainsballroom.com

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 Club Majestic 124 N. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918-584-9494 clubmajestictulsa.com  Legends 514 E. Second St., Tulsa 918-794-4464 legendstulsa.com

Cain’s Ballroom was built in 1924 and originally served as a garage for W. Tate Brady’s automobiles.

Now it’s a concert venue and dance hall, bringing live music and entertainment to Tulsa.

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^ The Brady Arts District thebradyartsdistrict.com

 Blue Dome District bluedometulsa.com  East Village District eastvillagetulsa.org

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FUN & lE ISURE Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa has been around for 37 years and is held at River West Festival Park. The festival presents German bands, beers, food and various family-friendly activities.

Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa > tulsaoktoberfest.org

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 East Village Festival eastvillagetulsa.org  Tulsa International Mayfest tulsamayfest.org

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Tulsa musicians Garth Brooks and Hanson were involved in the BOK Center’s ribbon-cutting ceremony in 2008. The 19,199seat venue accommodates various concerts and sporting events.

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^ BOK Center

200 S. Denver Ave. West, Tulsa 918-894-4200, bokcenter.com

 Brady Theater 105 W. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa 918-582-7239, bradytheater.com  Cain’s Ballroom 423 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-584-2306, cainsballroom.com

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 American Theatre Co. 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494, americantheatrecompany.org  Vanguard Music Hall 222 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-804-9727 thevanguardtulsa.com

v Guthrie Green

111 E. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa 918-574-2421 guthriegreen.com

The Guthrie Green holds true to its name as it uses LED lighting on site. This lighting system reduces the demand for electricity when hosting fitness classes, concerts, food trucks and more. 

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The Tulsa Performing Arts Center was designed by Minoru Yamasaki, the architect of the former World Trade Center Towers. The largest of four theaters in the center, Chapman Music Hall, seats 2,365.

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^ Tulsa Performing Arts Center 110 E. Second St., Tulsa 918-596-7111, tulsapac.com

 American Theatre Company 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494 americantheatrecompany.org  Brady Theater 105 W. M.B. Brady St.,Tulsa 918-582-7239, bradytheater.com

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Barrett Lewis > Band

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 Christine Jude and the Gentlemen Callers  We the Ghost wetheghostmusic.com The Barrett Lewis Band includes (from left to right): Rick Huskey (drums), Barrett Lewis (guitar, vocals) and Alan Ransom (bass, vocals). They combine the sounds of multiple genres into their live performances, including pop, rock, country and blues, and they pride themselves on taking requests.

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 The Warren Theatres offer reclining seats with seat warmers in each theater. Along with a Warren Diner and game room, the movie complex has a bar on the second level for guests age 21 and older.

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< Warren Theatres

1700 Aspen Creek Drive, Broken Arrow 918-893-3545 warrentheatres.com

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 AMC Southroads 20 4923 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-622-6011, amctheatres.com  Circle Cinema 10 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-585-3504, circlecinema.com

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2435 S. Peoria Ave, Tulsa tulsagardencenter.com

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 Guthrie Green 111 E. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa guthriegreen.com  River Parks riverparks.org Woodward Park is a 45-acre public park. Its Rose Garden features thousands of roses of over 250 different varieties.

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7645 E. 63rd St., Suite 101, Tulsa 918-743-8856, worldtraveltoday.com

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 AAA Travel Services 17 locations in the Tulsa area 866-877-2450, ok.aaa.com  The Travel Group 9999 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa 800-875-7944, thetravelgroup.biz

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HEALTH CARE Dr. Rick Huskey (center) has been specializing in restoring joint motion and muscle function by treating nonsurgical joint and muscle conditions for 30 years. Dr. Huskey uses the active release technique in treating muscle injures and employs two massage therapists. His staff includes (from left): Robin Russell, Misty Leonard, Tammie Corley and Katie McGuire.

Dr. Rick Huskey > Chiropractic Clinic

3820 E. 51st St., Suite A, Tulsa 918-747-0939, drrickhuskey.com

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 Dr. Craig A. Day - Chiropractor 3023 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-742-2094, drxforlife.com  HealthSource of Tulsa 3558 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-608-9124 healthsourcetulsaspa.com

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^ Dr. Rick Huskey Chiropractic Clinic

3820 E. 51st St., Suite A, Tulsa 918-747-0939, drrickhuskey.com

 Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital 6901 S. Olympia Ave.,Tulsa 918-388-5701 tulsaspinehospital.com  Spine Center of Tulsa Bone & Joint 4812 S. 109th East Ave., Suite 300 Tulsa, 918-392-1400 spinecentertulsa.com

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HEALTH CARE Dr. Brett Dieterlen is a second-generation dentist who has practiced dentistry in Tulsa for nearly 20 years.

Always interested in his patients’ comfort, the examination room chairs at his practice provide an added level of comfort with their relaxing massage feature. He also offers different options to make patients feel at ease.

< Dieterlen Dentistry 3015 E. 91st St., Tulsa 918-299-2400, teethteeth.com

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 Flawless Smile 1502 W. Blue Starr Drive, Claremore 918-707-5718, theflawlesssmile.com  Perfect Smile Tulsa 5301 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-742-8100, perfectsmiletulsa.com

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^ Clear-Tone Hearing Aid Laboratories

2323 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-838-1000, cleartonehearingaids.com

Clear-Tone is one of two privately-held companies in Tulsa that manufactures and distributes the first modular receiver-inthe-canal hearing aids worldwide.

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 Audiology of Tulsa 4564 S. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, 918-745-9052 audiologyoftulsa.com  Warren Clinic Ear Nose & Throat 6160 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-481-6306 saintfrancis.com

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HEALTH CARE As part of Saint Francis Health System, the Heart Hospital at Saint Francis is dedicated to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for a broad range of cardiovascular conditions and related issues.

From preventive care and diagnostic testing to innovative surgical treatments, cardiac rehabilitation and emergency intervention, the physicians and staff are committed to offering the highest level of cardiac care for patients.

Heart Hospital at Saint Francis > 6161 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-502-2050 saintfrancis.com/hearthospitalsaintfrancis

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ď Ž Oklahoma Heart Institute 1120 S. Utica Ave., Tulsa 918-592-9000, oklahomaheart.com ď Ž St. John Heart Institute 1923 S. Utica Ave., Tulsa 918-744-2598, stjohnhealthsystem.com/heart-institute

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HEALTH CARE Dr. Llon Clendenen, or Dr. C, obtained his DDS degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He graduated at the top of his class, and he says that his goal is to be a living example of hard work, discipline and dedication to his patients. He encourages patients and those seeking smile improvements to look into Invisalign clear braces.

< Tulsa Braces by Dr. C 3305 E. 45th St.,Tulsa 918-932-2707, tulsabraces.com

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 The Brace Place 4550 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-749-8817, thebraceplacetulsa.com  Dr. Robert J. Herman 6565 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-492-4822, drhermanbraces.com

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4802 S. 109th East Ave.,Tulsa 918-392-1400 12455 E. 100th St. North, Suite 120 Owasso, 918-272-9464 tulsaboneandjoint.com

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 Central States Orthopedics 6 locations in the Tulsa area 918-481-2767 csosortho.com  Warren Clinic Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine 6475 S. Yale Ave. Suite 202,Tulsa 918-494-4460 saintfrancis.com

The Tulsa Bone and Joint Team is comprised of 30 physicians and 25 mid-level exclusive orthopedic providers. MATT BARNARD/Tulsa World file photo

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HEALTH CARE Pain Management of Tulsa takes pride in offering one of the few true full-service, state-of-the-art pain management practices in the area. It has four providers with accessible profiles on its website. In addition, the practice is accredited as an office-based surgery practice with the Joint Commission.

Pain Management of Tulsa >

6802 S. Olympia Ave., Suite 100, Tulsa 918-447-9300 pmoftulsa.com

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 Oklahoma Pain and Wellness Center 2811 E. 15th St., Suite 102, Tulsa 918-935-3240, okpainandwellness.com  Tulsa Pain Consultants 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 600, Tulsa 918-742-7030, tulsapain.com

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^ Physical Rehabilitation Center of Tulsa 5577 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 9716 S. Riverside Parkway, #201, Tulsa 918-749-0003, prctulsa.com

 Central States Orthopedics 6 locations in the Tulsa area 918-481-2767 csosortho.com/physical-therapy  Saint Francis Outpatient Rehabilitation 6585 S. Yale Ave., Suite 445, Tulsa 918-481-2977 saintfrancis.com

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< The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis 6161 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-502-6000 saintfrancis.com/childrenshospital

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 South Tulsa Pediatrics 7512 E. 91st St., Tulsa 918-728-2000 southtulsapediatrics.com  Warren Clinic Pediatrics 8 Tulsa-area Locations saintfrancis.com/warren/Pediatrics The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis opened in 2008 as eastern Oklahoma’s only dedicated facility for pediatric healthcare services. With an emphasis on family-centered care, the children’s hospital combines state-of-the-art technology, a child-friendly environment and a medical staff that specializes in the unique healthcare needs of kids. It is home to the Henry Zarrow Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and is Oklahoma’s only St. Jude Affiliate Clinic.

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HEALTH CARE Founded in 1960 by Natalie O. and William K. Warren Sr., Saint Francis Hospital is the flagship for Saint Francis Health System. It’s a Catholic, notfor-profit healthcare system wholly owned and operated in Tulsa. Saint Francis is the region’s leading trauma center and home to the only children’s hospital in eastern Oklahoma.

It is a 1,100-bed tertiary center providing the most comprehensive spectrum of medical services and specialties within the Tulsa market.Saint Francis Health System also serves as the area’s largest private employer with more than 8,500 employees, 1,000 physicians and 700 volunteers.

Saint Francis Hospital > 6161 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-494-2200 saintfrancis.com

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 Hillcrest Medical Center 1120 S. Utica Ave., Tulsa 918-579-1000 hillcrestmedicalcenter.com  St. John Medical Center 1923 S. Utica Ave., Tulsa 918-744-2345 stjohnhealthsystem.com

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 With several locations in the area and online scheduling available, Warren Clinic Urgent Care provides convenient medical care for adults and children.

Warren Clinic Urgent Care offers extended hours in the evening and on weekends, on-site laboratory and X-ray services, and access to the Saint Francis MyChart patient portal. The physicians and staff of Warren Clinic Urgent Care are available for sudden illnesses and minor injuries.

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< Warren Clinic

5 locations in Tulsa and surrounding area saintfrancis.com/warren

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 Saint Francis Urgent Care 6160 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-495-2600 saintfrancis.com  St. John Urgent Care 1717 S. Utica Ave., Suite A, Tulsa, 918-748-1300 8131 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 102, Tulsa, 918-872-6800 3315 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow, 918-403-7067 402 W. Morrow Road, Sand Springs, 918-245-1119 1910 S. Falcon Ave., Claremore, 918-343-6855 stjohnhealthsystem.com/urgent-care

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HEALTH CARE This year is the 30th anniversary for Triad Eye Institute, formerly known as Triad Medical Clinic. The new name was established in 2015. Triad Eye specializes in lazer vision correction, cataract removal and treatment for ocular disease. In 1996, Oklahoma’s first LASIK procedure was performed at Triad Eye Medical Clinic. Triad has nearly five locations and offers free LASIK screening one Saturday every month.

Triad Eye Institute >

6140 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-252-2020 6827 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-994-7818 triadeye.com

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 Harrel Eyecare 111 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa, 918-582-2020 4520 S. Harvard Ave., Suite 135, Tulsa, 918-745-9662 8010 S. 101st East Ave., Suite 100, Tulsa, 918-252-7432 harreleyecare.com  Dr. Robert H. Zoellner and Associates 3030 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-749-2020 6999 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-461-2020 drzoellner.com

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 Saint Francis Health System delivers the most babies in Oklahoma (more than 5,000 in the past year alone). Warren Clinic provides comprehensive services for women of all ages, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, maternal-fetal medicine and general gynecology. In addition to OB/GYN physicians and providers, Warren Clinic also offers an OB Hospitalist program, which was the first of its kind in the area.

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< Warren Clinic OB/GYN 6600 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-502-7200 3902 E. 51st St., Tulsa, 918-497-3400 saintfrancis.com/warren

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 Tulsa OB/GYN Associates 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Suite 800, Tulsa 918-747-9641 tulsaobgyn.com  The Women’s Health Group 9001 S. 101st East Ave., Suite 350, Tulsa 918-293-6200 twhg.com

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HOUSE Hahn Appliance Warehouse, owned by Lee Sherman (right), offers local delivery and installation for purchases. Hahn is an authorized dealer for many major brands, including Whirlpool, Frigidaire, KitchenAid, Maytag, Samsung GE and more. Their website offers video tutorials that give demonstrations on a variety of products.

Hahn Appliance Warehouse >

6710 S. 105th East Ave., Tulsa, 918-622-6262 8160 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-622-1645 hahnappliance.com

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 Lowe’s 8 locations in the Tulsa area lowes.com  Metro Appliances & More 5313 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa 918-622-7692, metroappliancesandmore.com

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^ Brian D. Wiggs Homes 302 W. Main St., Jenks 918-518-5678 briandwiggs.com

 Magnolia Homes 131st Street and Sheridan Road Tulsa 918-254-1118 magnolia-homes.com  Yorktown Builders, LLC 5711 E. 71st St., Suite 120, Tulsa 918-494-4004 yorktown.builders

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 Aspen Electrical Services 5939 E. 12th St., Tulsa 918-277-9119 aspenelectricalservices.com  Houchin Electric 9134 E. 46th Place, Tulsa 918-663-1818 houchinelectric.com

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11331 E. 58th St., Tulsa 918-252-5667, aircoservice.com

11331 E. 58th St., Tulsa 918-252-5667, aircoservice.com

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 Air Assurance 1301 Southwest Expressway Drive, Broken Arrow 918-894-5760 airassurance.com  Air Comfort Solutions 2732 N. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-743-2300 aircomfortsolutions.net

11331 E. 58th St., Tulsa 918-252-5667, aircoservice.com

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 Air Assurance 1301 Southwest Expressway Drive, Broken Arrow 918-894-5760 airassurance.com  Mullin Plumbing 118 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918-258-6636 mullininc.com

John R. and Louise Boyce started Airco Service in 1961 with Louise answering the phone and John running service calls. Sons John C. and Tom now run the company with a staff of more than 150 employees with locations in Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Langley. The company started by exclusively offering heating and air conditioning services, but it has since expanded to handle electrical and plumbing needs 24 hours a day and 365 days a year.

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HOUSE Living room, bedroom and dining room furniture are just a few categories of items that Mathis Brothers Furniture offers its customers.

The Tulsa store has an attached warehouse with over 10,000 separate items in its immediate inventory, enabling customers to take home their items the same day they buy them in most cases.

Mathis Brothers Furniture>

6611 S. 101st East Ave., Tulsa 918-461-7762, mathisbrothers.com

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ď Ž Luxe Furniture & Design 9922 S. Riverside Parkway, Tulsa 918-459-8950, luxetulsa.com ď Ž Sunshine Furniture 7178 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-250-7880, sunshineok.com

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HOUSE Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Rug Gallery offers a large selection of floor coverings from more than 100 different vendors. Those products include carpet, ceramic tile, hardwood, natural stone, luxury vinyl, plank and tile, laminate, vinyl, quartz, bamboo and specialty rugs and runners. David Stover, pictured above at left, is company vice president and Penny Carnino, right, is director of operations.

David is the son of company owner Dub Stover.

Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Rug Gallery >

4417 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-627-6996, grigsbys.com

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The designers at Southwood combine their knowledge and materials with a customer’s needs to produce a reflection of the customer’s style.

Southwood employees understand that there are many dimensions to a landscape design.

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^ Southwood Landscape & Garden Center 9025 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-299-9409 southwoodgardencenter.com

 Grogg’s Green Barn 10105 E. 61st St., Tulsa 918-994-4222 groggsgreenbarn.com  Sanders Nursery & Distribution Center 20705 E. 161st St. Broken Arrow 918-486-1500 sandersnurseryok.com

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 Carpet One Floor & Home 3940 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa, 918-664-9200 7841 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa, 918-561-6777 6551 S. Garnett Road, Broken Arrow, 918-254-9200 9000 N. Garnett Road, Owasso, 918-272-3003 carpetonetulsa.com  Mill Creek Carpet & Tile 6845 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-621-4000 9140 E. 34th St., Tulsa 918-664-8026 9342 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-488-9300 millcreekcarpet.com

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HOUSE Jack Wills III (shown here) is the the thirdgeneration owner of Jack Wills Outdoor Living, which began in 1939 in downtown Tulsa. He now has stores in Arkansas and Tennessee. The stores offer outdoor displays and a range of ideas for customers. The store’s free design service helps customers create an ideal space outside by sending on-staff consultants to their homes.

Jack Wills Outdoor Living > 8411 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-663-3730 jackwills.net

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 Metro Outdoor Living 5313 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa 918-622-7692 metrooutdoorliving.com  Oklahoma Outdoor Living 918-859-3621 oklahomaoutdoorliving.com

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Hobby Lobby began in the 1970s as a frame-making shop in the Green family home in Oklahoma. Today, the company operates 555 stores around the nation selling home decor and craft items.

It employs more than 28,000 workers and donates many of its profits to charities.

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< Hobby Lobby

9717 E. 71st St., Tulsa, 918-254-0290 3132 E. 51st St., Tulsa, 918-749-0098 9002 N. 121st East Ave., Suite 100, Owasso 918-274-3841 720 W. New Orleans St., Broken Arrow 918-455-3710, hobbylobby.com

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 Old Time Pottery 8939 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-505-0030 oldtimepottery.com  TA Lorton 1325 E. 15th St. Tulsa 918-743-1600 talorton.com

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HOUSE The Residential Repair staff includes (from left): Greg, David, Jeff, Gloria, Gary, Jonathon, Bo, Peggy, Jason, Eric, Greg and Rigoberto.

The company tackles jobs big and small, from opening up one wall in your home and updating the current layout to constructing entire additions.

< Residential Repair 7628 E. 46th St.,Tulsa 918-621-1020 residentialrepairinc.com

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 Re-Bath of Tulsa 6570 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-731-4830 rebathoftulsa.com  Sonrise Construction 2801 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-357-7777 sonrise-construction.com

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8 locations in the Tulsa area, lowes.com

Lowe’s operates more than 1,800 stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico, including eight in the greater Tulsa area.

The retail giant offers all kinds of building supplies, services and how-to instruction for the do-it-yourself homeowners looking to keep their home and property in shape.

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 The Home Depot 5 locations in the Tulsa area homedepot.com  Westlake Ace Hardware 5 locations in the Tulsa area westlakehardware.com

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It has more than 430 associates in the area, who are knowledgable about helping both buyers and sellers understand the current market and how to move property quickly. The firm also is committed to giving back to the local community through various service projects.

Chinowth & Cohen Realtors >

7 offices in Tulsa and surrounding area 918-392-0900 cctulsa.com

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 Coldwell Banker Select 12 offices in Tulsa and surrounding area 800-521-2152 cbtulsa.com  McGraw Realtors 7 offices in Tulsa and surrounding area 918-592-6000 mcgrawrealtors.com

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 Jonathon Knapp (second from right) owns and operates Royal Roofing & Construction. His core team includes staff members Gloria Anderson and Bo Roach (left) as well as Peggy Knapp (far right). Royal Roofing & Construction is a member of the Oklahoma Roofing Contractors Association and Better Business Bureau with a record of quality service.

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< Royal Roofing & Construction 7628 E. 46th St., Tulsa 918-398-6500 rrcok.com

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 A- Best Roofing 1411 E. Third St., Tulsa 918-587-1426, abestroofing.com  T-Town Roofing 5770 E. Skelly Drive, Tulsa 918-445-4400, t-townroofing.com

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HOUSE Jeff Ford and his wife, Sarah, (shown here) own and operate Windows by Jeff, which sells replacement windows and doors.

The retired Tulsa firefighter knows his way around residential and commercial structures, and he employs skilled craftsmen to make sure each purchase is installed properly.

Windows by Jeff >

105 W. Main St., Jenks 918-528-6230 windowsbyjeff.com

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 Thermal Windows 12805 E. 31st St., Tulsa 918-663-7580, thermalwindowstulsa.com  The Window Source of Tulsa 6549 E. 46th St., Suite 6, Tulsa 918-561-6200, thewindowsourcetulsa.com

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Tulsa Community College offers students the chance to get invovled in 53 different student organizations. The college also has an online student radio station that features programs such as “Weekend Jazz,” “Woody Guthrie Hour” and “College Music Journal.”

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7 campuses in Tulsa and the surrounding area tulsatech.edu

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 St. Gregory’s 5801 E. 41st St., Suite 900, Tulsa 405-878-5100, stgregorys.edu  Tulsa Community College 5 locations in the Tulsa area, tulsacc.edu

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Under President Steadman Upham’s leadership, the University of Tulsa continues to experience transformative growth that has given it an unprecedented rise into the ranks of the top 100 national universities.

Upham will retire in December after 12 years as TU’s leader.

7 campuses in Tulsa and the surrounding area tulsatech.edu

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 Clary Sage College 3131 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-298-8200, clarysagecollege.com  Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology 8820 E. Pine St., Tulsa 918-836-6886, spartan.edu

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Tulsa Tech offers a variety of programs and classes that are free for high school students

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5 locations in the Tulsa area tulsacc.edu

^ The University of Tulsa 800 S. Tucker Drive, Tulsa 918-631-2000, utulsa.edu

 OSU Tulsa 700 N. Greenwood Ave. Tulsa, 918-594-8000 osu-tulsa.okstate.edu  Oral Roberts University 7777 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-495-6161, oru.edu

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LEARNING The Tulsa Ballet Center for Dance Education now offers instruction in two locations, including the Broken Arrow facility, which opened this summer. Tulsa Ballet offers instruction in the Russian-based Vaganova method in five large studios.

Students get the opportunity to interact with Tulsa Ballet’s professional dancers and audtion for “The Nutcracker.”

Tulsa Ballet >

1212 E. 45th Place, Tulsa 918-749-6030 tulsaballet.org

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 Footprints Dance Studio 10125 S. Sheridan Road, Suite B, Tulsa 918-845-6988 footprintsdancestudio.com  Miss Shelly’s School of Dance 8032 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa 918-496-9549 missshellysschoolofdance.com

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Bishop Kelley is operated by the Catholic Diocese of Tulsa as an American Lasallian Catholic high school. It was founded in 1960 and today instructs more than 850 students in grades nine through 12 on its 37-acre campus, conveniently located off Interstate 44 at 41st Street. MICHAEL WYKE/Tulsa World file photo

 Cascia Hall Preparatory School 2520 S. Yorktown Ave., Tulsa 918-746-2600 casciahall.org  Holland Hall 5666 E. 81st St., Tulsa 918-481-1111 hollandhall.org

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Dee Dee owns and operates The Barking Lot in east Tulsa. She opened in February 2015 after working for other area groomers for more than 20 years. The staff includes two full-time groomers, one part-time groomer and a part-time bather. The Barking Lot offers grooming services for all breeds of dogs as well as cats. Animals roam cage free before and after their grooming sessions in an open-park atmosphere inside the shop. Tulsa World photo

^ The Barking Lot 12837 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-933-6060 barkinglottulsa.com

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 Rachel’s K-9 Designs 6703 E. 81st St., Tulsa 918-495-1801 rachelsk9designs.com  Woodland West Pet Resort 9380 S. Union Ave., Tulsa 918-299-5720 woodlandwestpetresort.com

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PETS Robbie Hicks and his family own and operate the eight Southern Agriculture stores in the area. They offer everything from small live animals to feed for animals both large and small as well as a myriad of gifts for pets and pet lovers.

Southern Agriculture also employs six staff veterinarians on site in various stores.

Southern Agriculture > 8 locations in the Tulsa area southernagriculture.com

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 Dog Dish 1778 Utica Square, Tulsa 918-624-2600 thedogdish.com  PetSmart 5 locations in Tulsa and surrounding area petsmart.com

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 Feline Specialties is a fullservice veterinary hospital for cats only. It offers everything from grooming and boarding services to surgery, dentistry and other medical treatments.

Feline Specialties also operates a gift shop for cats and cat lovers.

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< Feline Specialties 9702 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa 918-299-8222 felinespecialties.com

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 Meredith Dooley, DVM, Woodland West Animal Hospital 9360 S. Union Ave., Tulsa 918-299-1208 woodlandwestanimalhospital.com  Southern Agriculture 8 locations in the Tulsa area southernagriculture.com

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QUALITY OF LIFE American Theatre Company was started by former University of Tulsa students in 1970. They staged shows at different locations through the years, then opened this 6,000-square-foot facility in the East Village District in 2013. ATC is now in its 44th season of bringing theater shows to Tulsa.

American Theatre Company > 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494 americantheatrecompany.org

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 Celebrity Attractions 7506 E. 91st St., Tulsa 918-477-7469, celebrityattractions.com  Tulsa Ballet 1212 E. 45th Place, Tulsa 918-749-6030, tulsaballet.org

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 Built on the Oxley Ranch historic nature preserve, Stone Canyon rests on 3,000 acres in Owasso. This planned-unit community of luxurious homes also features The Patriot golf course. MICHAEL WYKE/Tulsa World file photo

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7500 N. 177th East Ave., Owasso 918-376-6764 stonecanyonliving.com

 Forest Ridge 901 N. Forest Ridge Blvd.

Broken Arrow 918-357-2787 forestridge.com  River’s Edge 131st Street and Sheridan Road Bixby riversedgebixby.com

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< The Mayo Hotel 115 W. Fifth St., Tulsa 918-582-6296 themayohotel.com

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Two brothers — Cass A. Mayo and John D. Mayo — decided to create a first-class lodging experience in the Oil Capital of the World. When The Mayo Hotel opened in 1925, it instantly became a social hub for high society. After closing in 1981, the historic Tulsa hotel underwent an extensive $42 million renovation and reopened in 2009. The downtown lodging and event venue features 102 ultra chic guestrooms, 76 luxury residences and nine event spaces with state-of-the-art technology to host the ultimate affair for as many as 500 guests.

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 American Theatre Company 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494 americantheatrecompany.org  Glenpool Conference Center 12205 S. Yukon Ave., Glenpool 918-322-5409 glenpoolconferencenter.com  Harweldon Mansion 2210 S. Main St., Tulsa 918-584-3333 harweldonmansion.com

< The Mayo Hotel 115 W. Fifth St., Tulsa 918-582-6296 themayohotel.com

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 Ambassador Hotel 1324 S. Main St., Tulsa 918-587-8200 ambassadorhotelcollection.com/tulsa  Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 S. 107th East Ave., Tulsa 918-307-2600 marriott.com

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QUALITY OF LIFE The Rev. Tom Harrison is senior pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church, which has more than 8,000 members and is one of the state’s largest Methodist churches.

Harrison has led the south Tulsa congregation since 1993, including the move to the current campus in 2004.

Asbury United Methodist Church >

6767 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa 918-492-1771, asburytulsa.org

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 All Souls Unitarian Church 2952 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-743-2363, allsoulschurch.org  Life.Church 5 locations in Tulsa and surrounding area www.life.church

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Philbrook Museum of Art

2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa 918-749-7941 philbrook.org

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 Gilcrease Museum 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Road, Tulsa 918-596-2700, gilcrease.utulsa.edu  Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art 2021 E. 71st St., Tulsa 918-492-1818, jewishmuseum.net

The Tulsa Drillers became the Double A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2015 and play at ONEOK Field in the historic Greenwood District downtown. Their mascot is a lovable bull named Hornsby, who entertains Drillers crowds with his antics. NICOLE BOLIAUX/Tulsa World file photo

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201 N. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-574-8324 tulsadrillers.com

201 N. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-574-8324 tulsadrillers.com

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 Tulsa Oilers 9128 E. 46th St., Tulsa 918-632-7825, tulsaoilers.com  Tulsa Roughnecks 201 N. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-744-5901, tulsaroughnecksfc.com

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 The University of Tulsa’s Captain Cane 800 S. Tucker Drive, Tulsa 918-631-2000, utulsa.edu  Tulsa Roughnecks Oil-E Coyote 201 N. Elgin Ave., Tulsa 918-574-8308, tulsaroughnecksfc.com

The Philbrook Museum of Art was built in 1926 as the home of oilman Waite Phillips and his family. They donated it to the city of Tulsa in 1938 so that it could house an art museum, which it still does, serving 160,000 visitors annually. STEPHEN PINGRY/Tulsa World file photo 

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QUALITY OF LIFE The two golf courses at Southern Hills Country Club are recognized among the top 100 in the world.

The club, founded in 1936, has hosted 15 major golf championships since 1946, including the 2007 PGA Championship, won by Tiger Woods.

It also hosts events such as the Big XII men’s golf tournament (shown here in 2015).

Southern Hills Country Club >

2636 E. 61st St., Tulsa 918-492-3351 southernhillscc.com

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 Oaks Country Club 6900 S. 49th Ave., Tulsa 918-446-4180 oakscountryclub.com  Tulsa Country Club 701 N. Union Ave., Tulsa 918-585-8151 tulsacountryclub.com

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LaFortune Park, located on 270 acres of green space in the heart of the city, offers golfers the choice of an 18-hole championship course or a lighted 18-hole, par-3 course. It also features a driving range where golfers of all ages and levels can improve their games from amateur to competitive play.

< LaFortune Park Golf Course 5501 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-496-6200 lafortunegolfclub.com

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 Battle Creek Golf Course 3200 N. Battle Creek Drive Broken Arrow 918-355-4850 battlecreekgolf.net  Mohawk Park Golf Club 5223 E. 41st St. North Tulsa 918-425-6871 tulsagolf.org

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QUALITY OF LIFE Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma distributes food to 450 partner programs in Eastern Oklahoma. Every $1 donated to the food bank provides four meals to the hungry. Tulsa World file photo

< Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma 1304 N. Kenosha Ave., Tulsa 918-585-2800, okfoodbank.org

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 American Theatre Company 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494 americantheatrecompany.org  Iron Gate 501 S. Cincinnati Ave., Tulsa 918-359-9001 irongatetulsa.org  John 3:16 Mission 205 E. Pine St., Suite 103, Tulsa 918-587-1186 john316mission.org

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Country Club of Woodland Hills > 6333 S. 91st East Ave., Tulsa 918-252-5451, ccwh-living.com

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 Montereau 6800 S. Granite Ave., Tulsa 918-491-5200, montereau.net  St. Simeon’s Senior Community 3702 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tulsa 918-425-3583, saintsimeons.org

Country Club of Woodland Hills residents Bill Cathey (left), Joanne Branz and Gene Smith enjoy a sunny morning outdoors on the covered porch of the retirement facility, which opened in 1987.

The community provides various living arrangements to meet the needs of senior citizens.

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The Golden Driller

4145 E. 21st St., Tulsa

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 Boston Avenue United Methodist Church 1301 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918-583-5181, bostonavenue.org  Cain’s Ballroom 423 N. Main St., Tulsa 918-584-2306, cainsballroom.com

The family-owned 44-acre Spain Ranch in Jenks offers a countryside setting for hosting a wedding and reception. The grounds are populated with American Bison and Scottish Highland cattle. The venue offers a special program called Project Bloom in which brides can have their floral decorations donated to people in need after their special day. Tulsa World photo

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Standing at 75 feet, The Golden Driller is the fourth tallest statue in the United States.

The statue was built by an oil supply company in 1966. Tulsa World file photo

732 E. 116th St., Jenks 918-691-3040 spainranch.com 

 American Theatre Company 308 S. Lansing Ave., Tulsa 918-747-9494 americantheatrecompany.org  Harwelden Mansion 2210 S. Main St., Tulsa 918-584-3333 harweldenmansion.com

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< Facchianos

4910 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-461-8697 facchianos.com

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Facchianos carries wedding dresses, prom gowns, tuxedos, shoes and accessories. The store has a design team that alters gowns for the perfect fit.

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 Beshara’s Formal Wear 3539 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-743-6416 besharas.com  David’s Bridal 10123 E. 71st St., Tulsa 918-250-2595 davidsbridal.com

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 J.P Hewitt owns The Gadget Company, an outdoor lifestyle store that sells products such as flashlights, clothing, fly fishing gear and knives. It appeals to everyone who likes to hunt, fish and spend time outdoors.

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< The Gadget Company 104 E. 15th St., Tulsa 918-749-9963 thegadgetcompany.com

 Ida Red Boutique 3336 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-949-6950 idaredboutique.com  The Perfect Touch 4932 E. 91st St., Suite 106, Tulsa 918-496-8118 perfecttouchgiftstore.com

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3549 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa 918-742-9027 tonisflowersgifts.com

 Mrs. DeHaven’s Flower Shop 106 E. 15th St., Tulsa 918-583-0118 mrsdehavens.com  Tulsa Blossom Shoppe 5565 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-663-3030 tulsablossom.com

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SHOPP ING Moody’s Jewelry has been selling diamonds and other precious gems in Tulsa since 1944. This family-owned and operated business employs a number of certified gemologists and skilled craftsmen on its staff.

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< Moody’s Jewelry 7 locations in the Tulsa area moodysjewelry.com

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 Bruce G. Weber Precious Jewels 1700 Utica Square, Tulsa 918-749-1700, brucegweber.com  J. David Jewelry 613 N. Aspen Ave., Broken Arrow 918-251-6300 8200 E. 101st St., Suite B, Tulsa 918-364-6300 jdavidjewelry.com

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 Best Buy is a multinational consumer corporation that offers a large inventory of electronic gadgets such as televisions, audio equipment, wearable technology and more. It also has a Geek Squad service to assist customers with technical difficulties. MICHAEL WYKE/Tulsa World file photo

Best Buy > bestbuy.com

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 Apple Store 7021 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-249-7800, apple.com  ThrillHouse Games 7851 E. 71st St., Tulsa 918-286-6090, thrillhousegames.weebly.com

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SHOPP ING When it comes to getting a rare coin, watch, jewelry or other precious metal appraised, Tulsa Gold & Silver is the place where Tulsans have been going since 1974.

Their trained staff can help you set a fair price and make you an offer. It’s also a great place to shop for items you might like to own.

Tulsa Gold & Silver > 6357 E. 41st St., Tulsa 918-664-1808, tulsacoins.com

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 Abby’s Cash for Gold 4107 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-724-7358, abbyscashforgold.com  Tulsa Gold & Gems 9014 S. Yale Ave., Suite 200, Tulsa 918-743-2274, tulsagold.com

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17 locations in the Tulsa area reasors.com

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 Sprouts Farmers Market 4123 S. Harvard Ave., Tulsa, 918-858-8850 10111 S. Memorial Drive, Bixby, 918-364-7272 851 E. Hillside Drive, Broken Arrow, 918-806-0810 sprouts.com  Whole Foods Market 1401 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-712-7555 9136 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-879-0493 wholefoodsmarket.com Reasor’s is a locally-owned regional grocery store chain based in Tahlequah. Foods on display at Reasor’s are labeled with a NuVal nutrition scoring system. The higher the score, the more nutritious the food.

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SHOPP ING < Mattress Firm

12 locations in the Tulsa area mattressfirm.com

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 Mathis Brothers Furniture 6611 S. 101st East Ave., Tulsa, 918-461-7700 8220 S. Olympia West Ave., Tulsa, 918-461-7734 1050 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-461-7762 mathisbrothers.com  Mattress King 7474 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa, 918-445-9945 9612 E 71st St., Tulsa, 918-254-5464 1128 N. Ninth St., Tulsa, 918-619-6262 mattresskinginfo.com Mattress Firm offers dozens of choices to help customers find the perfect mattress. That includes many top brands, comfort choices (firm, plush, pillow top or memory foam) and more.

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Urban Outfitters >

3340 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-742-1757, urbanoutfitters.com

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 Drysdales 10127 S. 71st East Ave., Tulsa, 918-252-7917 3220 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-664-6481 drysdales.com  Travers Mahan 8146 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa 918-296-4100, traversmahanapparel.com

The first Urban Outfitters store in Oklahoma opened its doors Feb. 19, 2015, in the Brookside area, drawing large crowds of shoppers, many of whom had been waiting years for the national retailer to open here.

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SHOPP ING RunnersWorld is Tulsa’s original running store, having started in 1978. It offers all kinds of shoes, apparel and accessories for everyone from walkers to serious racers. The store also helps the community by collecting shoe donations. The shoes go to the Salvation Army Day Center for the Homeless.

< RunnersWorld Tulsa 3920 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa 918-749-7557 runnersworldtulsa.com

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 FleetFeet Sports Tulsa 5968 South Yale Ave., Tulsa, 918-492-3338 x1 418 East 2nd St., Tulsa, 918-492-3338 x2 303 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-492-3338 x3 fleetfeettulsa.com  Tulsa Runner 9708 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa, 918-494-8800 tulsarunner.com

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Dillard’s >

4169 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-627-7700 6919 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-252-1890, dillards.com

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 Drysdales 10127 S. 71st East Ave., Tulsa, 918-252-7917 3220 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, 918-664-6481 drysdales.com  Fleming’s Comfort Footwear 5914 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa, 918-743-7463 flemingsshoes.com

4169 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa 918-627-7700 6919 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa 918-252-1890, dillards.com

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 Kohl’s 9595 S Delaware Ave., Tulsa, 918-299-5073 11011 E 71st St., Tulsa, 918-461-1950 12405 E. 96th St. North, Owasso, 918-376-2868 kohls.com  Posh 1701 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa, 918-992-6901 poshtulsa.com

Located in both the Promenade and Woodland Hills malls, Dillard’s offers a variety of clothing, jewelry, makeup and shoes that make it an attractive destination for shoppers, especially women.

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1639 S Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-872-7931 jadevintagetreasures.com

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 Attic Treasures 105 E Main St., Jenks, 918-299-3888 Attic Treasures on Facebook  River City Trading Post 301 E. Main St. Jenks, 918-299-5998 rivercitytp.com Jade on Main is an antiques and vintage boutique in Broken Arrow that offers all kinds of rare finds and nostalgic treasures being sold on consignment. Owners Denise and Matt Johnson operate a second store, Jade Treasures, one mile away on West Washington Street (91st Street).

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6861 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-481-1818, 1506 E. 15th St., Tulsa, 918-592-2453, tomsbicycles.com

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 Lee’s Bicycles 420 E. Second St., Tulsa 918-743-4285 leesbikes.com  Quickie Mart 5310 S Peoria Ave., Tulsa, 918-744-7800 QuickieMartTulsa on Facebook

Tom’s Bicycles not only sells bikes but offers rentals and repairs on any style. Its main store, also called River Trail Bicycle Outfitters, is located across the Arkansas River from Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area. The shop also sponsors biking events and fundraisers to encourage local participation.

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SHOPP ING Academy Sports + Outdoors began in 1938 as a tire store in San Antonio, Texas. The owner began selling military surplus items, then added sports, outdoor and other products. It has since grown into one of the largest sports and outdoor retail chains in the United States with more than 200 stores in 15 states. It also employs more than 23,000 workers. Tulsa World photo

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6120 E. 41st St., Tulsa, 918-610-4010 7850 S. 107th East Ave., Tulsa, 918-249-5700 8959 N. Garnett Road, Owasso, 918-295-1450 academy.com

 Backwoods 6508 E. 51st St., Tulsa 918-664-7850 backwoods.com  Bass Pro Shop 101 Bass Pro Drive Broken Arrow 918-355-7600 basspro.com

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Mr. Klean Carwash

6510 E. 71st St., Tulsa 918-494-6091, mrkleancarwash.net

Mr. Klean Carwash has been family owned and operated for 40 years in Tulsa. Customers can choose from several different packages and carwash services and browse the gift shop while they are waiting.

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Hamilton Auto Repair

4254 S. 74th E Ave., Tulsa, 918-627-0001 Hamilton-Auto-Repair-Inc on Facebook

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 EcoGreen Mobile Detailing 918-955-7174 ecogreenautoclean.com  Touch of Class Auto Spa 2108 N. Yellowood Ave. Broken Arrow 918-250-6944 touchofclassautospa.com

Gilles Hamilton (center) owns and operates Hamilton Auto Repair with his sons Chad (left) and Jason (right). Gilles learned the trade from his father, and he has operated his own shop for 24 years. He has hired other mechanics in the past but says he prefers employing his sons.

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Robertson Tire

12 locations in the Tulsa area robertson-tire.com

Robertson Tire is a family-owned business that opened in 1962.

The Robertson Tire Guarantee provides rotations, balancing and flat repair for all tires purchased.

 Discount Tire 7792 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa 918-280-1123 1001 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-258-8927 discounttire.com  Hibdon Tires Plus 7 locations in the Tulsa area hibdontire.com

Pat and Greg Moore own and operate 14 Jiffy Lube franchises in the area, offering oil change services as well as vehicle maintenence and repairs for brakes, air conditioning, engines and more. Tulsa World file photo

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Jiffy Lube

14 locations in the Tulsa area jiffylube.com

 European Autospecialist 4121 S. 72nd East Ave., Tulsa 918-627-2002 europeanautospecialist.net  Robertson Tire 12 locations in the Tulsa area robertson-tire.com

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918-252-5667 www.aircoservice.com

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