Along the iconic Route 66 in northeastern Oklahoma, the city of Claremore offers visitors a unique blend of culture, history and small-town charm. With its rich Native American heritage, famous hometown heroes and lively festivals, Claremore is a timeless destination that welcomes you with open arms — and with stories to tell.
At the heart of Claremore’s identity is the...
With the weather finally cooling down, Oklahoma is one of the best places to be for fall hikes and stunning fall foliage views. If you’re looking for your next outing, these places are a great place to start.
Beavers Bend State Park
Located near Broken Bow, this park has some towering trees that will truly be a sight to behold when...
The Brain
Alzheimer’s vs. Normal Aging
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s estimated that more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and as the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so will the number of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. It’s not surprising then that nearly 4 in 5 Americans would...
Broken Arrow native Kristin Chenoweth says Jackie Siegel, subject of the new Broadway musical The Queen of Versailles, is “maybe the role I’ve been waiting to play my whole life.”
“The character of Jackie is a complicated, wildly different and outrageous character,” she shares. “At the core of her, Jackie is someone who has the shared desires of building a...
The Power of Two
Photos by Justin Miers Photography
A Bit on the Bold Side
A dramatic black and burl wood kitchen is a perfect fit for this classic home full of dramatic moldings and exquisite fixtures, wallpaper and furnishings — all designed by Melissa Fitzgerald, owner and lead designer of Kitchen Society Design based in OKC.
“These added touches bring a fun,...
A Spotlight on the Pros
Based in Oklahoma City, Eventures is a full-service event planning and rental company founded by Mary Ellen Alexander in 1994. Passionate about serving others, Alexander’s first foray in event planning was in San Francisco. Later, she moved to Dallas, where she gained catering and hospitality experience working at the Marriott.
At the time, the event...
Many years ago in a wild hilly part of northwest California near the banks of the Klamath River, two women watched as men of the Yurok people brought in a huge sturgeon. One woman, the older Yurok, laid out leaves as plates, spread roe from the sturgeon on them, and put them near a smoky fire. The other woman,...
Nestled within the ever-evolving 17th and Boston area in Tulsa, Tina’s touts “cold drinks and warm friends.” Enter, and you’ll be met with a warm red glow and a bustling bar. No matter the cocktail you crave, the barkeeps at Tina’s have you covered.
Classics range from the Arnold Palmer to the Pimm’s Cup and Negroni. Step outside your comfort...
Locally sourced, welcoming, creative and delicious, Red Rooster has quickly become a diner favorite for OKC residents.
The restaurant’s dynamic menu begins with shareables including trout dip, scallion tacos and the charcuterie board. Lighter fare includes a Nicoise, Green Goddess and Cobb salad.
Mains run the gamut. Try the BMLT with tomatoes, greens, basil aioli and bacon, or the barbecue pulled...
