If you go to Calvert’s website, you’ll begin to see a clearer picture of how plant people really feel. “At Calvert’s, our mission is to beautify your space with tropical plants for your home, office and everywhere in between,” the site reads. According to Victor Goetz, owner of Calvert’s in OKC and Cohlmia’s in Tulsa, the businesses bring in plants from...

Patchwork History

Many families have quilts that have been passed down through the years. Sometimes, there’s a story attached to the quilt, while other times it’s a total mystery. But Martha Ray, retired director of historic homes with the Oklahoma Historical Society, couldn’t let those fables go untold. Ray was part of the restoration process at homes all over Oklahoma. She “got...

Exploring the Depths

Despite being a landlocked state, Oklahoma offers plenty of recreation options on its numerous lakes. Along with fishing and boating, scuba diving is a well-liked water activity that has increased in popularity over the past few years. There is a perception that scuba diving is strictly ocean-based, but freshwater diving in Oklahoma is a growing segment of outdoor recreation. Danny...
don’t read this unless you like historical mysteries that leave you with more questions than answers…or you’re looking for a spot to stop on your next road trip. Okay, it may not be that big of a mystery. Still, the details are vague, and everything you read says the same thing about the Bonebrake Hardware Store in Erick, Oklahoma –...
The 2022 political season began early in OKC, as voters will decide this month whether to give Mayor David Holt a second four-year term or hand the city’s top elective office to one of three challengers. Residents will cast their votes Feb. 8 in the city’s nonpartisan mayoral primary. If no candidate receives a majority, the top two will enter...
Black History Month is an opportunity to re-examine one’s understanding of U.S. history and recognize the countless achievements Black visionaries have made. Because Oklahoma was originally Indian Territory, it has a complex and rich past unlike any other state in the nation. “Many historians don’t want to say their state’s history is unique,” says Larry O’Dell, historian and director of...
With the dredges of a self-imposed ‘dry January’ in the past, it’s time to indulge your palate in a bit of booze. This year’s spotlight has it all: recipes, trends for drinking, plus a liquor breakdown and a rundown of some of the state’s thriving distilleries. Drink up!
Navigating life as a senior means making lifestyle adjustments and future plans. With preparation and some advice, seniors can live their third acts to the fullest.

Private School Guide

Oklahoma Magazine presents a helpful breakdown of a variety of private educational opportunities for elementary, middle and high school in the annual Private School Guide. From tuition rates to foreign languages offered and student teacher ratios, this guide will assist you in making the tough decisions when it comes to education for your kids.

Ahead of the Curve

A deep dive into the higher education sphere explores popular elective classes, the ideal college application, sports and their positive impacts on campuses, and trends in and out of the classroom.