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On the Cover
14 Reel Time: Movie Theater History
Movie theaters have been a part of American life for so long that it’s difficult to imagine life without them. However, the movie theaters of today have evolved tremendously from the original cinemas.
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18 Jazz in T-Town: Tulsa’s Jazz History
While Oklahoma isn’t the birthplace of jazz, the particular cultural, ethnic and regional mix of music in Oklahoma and Tulsa has been vitally important to its development.
19 Joe Wilkinson: A Tulsa Jazz Treasure
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At age 91, Joe Wilkinson has plenty of stories to tell, including a few about WWII, one about being the second baby ever to be in an incubator, and a number about being a jazz pianist.
21 S pecial Insert Your 2016 Guide to Medicare Part D
This four-page insert lists the Medicare Part D plans available in Oklahoma.
27 Entertainment on a Shoestring Budget p21
Tulsa and the surrounding area have many inexpensive entertainment options. Plus, we offer some ideas for unique and fun at-home entertainment.
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From the Publisher 6 Looking Back 8 Caregiver Corner 10 The Mystery of Sundowning Syndrome Medicare & You 12 Medicare and Veterans Assistance Medicare Part D Plan 12 Comparison and Enrollment Assistance Clinics Tulsa Rocks: The History of 20 Rock ‘n’ Roll in Tulsa Healthy Aging 26 Preparing for Cold and Flu Season Noteworthy 28 Famous Okies 29 Mindbender & Puzzles The Dinner Belle Share Your Time & Talent Distinguished Author There’s More Fun to Come Business Directory Calendar LIFE EDU People & Places Classifieds Vintage Friends
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et us entertain you! In this issue, you will discover the rich history of Tulsa’s entertainment landscape, which has inspired venues, events and more than a few famous names. We also venture into the heart of Tulsa’s music scene. You may be surprised to learn just how much our corner of the state has contributed to the development of the soulful sounds of jazz, as well as the spirit-lifting, heart-pumping choruses of rock ‘n’ roll. Tulsa’s ability to entertain doesn’t stop there. From bustling art districts to world-class attractions, the city has a lot to offer and explore.
In Reel Time: Movie Theater History on page 14, you’ll learn more about the history of nickelodeons and modern day theaters. We even take a quick peek at some of Tulsa’s most memorable places to catch a flick. And since we couldn’t possibly cover all of Tulsa’s cinema history, we’re proud to be partnering with the Tulsa Historical Society for an in-depth presentation of Tulsa’s complete movie theater history. You can find all the details about the presentation on page 16. If you’re more of a music buff, you’ll enjoy reading about Oklahoma’s and Tulsa’s jazz history on page 18. While Oklahoma wasn’t the birthplace of jazz, its cultural, ethnic and regional music mix was instrumental in the development of this music genre. You’ll also meet Joe Wilkinson, a vibrant 91-yearold WWII vet that has a passion and knack for jazz music. You can see his child-like smirk on this month’s cover, and you’re sure to fall in love with his equally contagious personality.
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Tulsa’s impact on music doesn’t stop with jazz. There are more than a few rock ‘n’ roll greats that have hailed from our city. Learn about some of these unforgettable personalities, including J.J. Cale and Leon Russell, on page 20. Since there’s more to entertainment than movies and music, there’s a surefire list of fun and affordable activities in Entertainment on a Shoestring Budget on page 27. From art crawls to “Pinterest Parties,” there’s something to satisfy all tastes. Plus, we take a peek into Tulsa’s future to see some soon-to-be entertainment options on page 35. During the month of November, LIFE Senior Services is celebrating “30 Days of Thankful” on its Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn pages. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for reading LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine, and invite you to participate in the reader survey that is inserted into the pages of this issue. Find more information about the reader survey on page 4. By doing so, you’re helping LIFE Senior Services further its mission, as well as ensuring that the Newsmagazine continues to be a valuable resource for Green Country seniors and caregivers. Thank you for supporting LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine!
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Steppin’ Out in Tulsa
All photos courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society.
Bud the dog receiving the “Lassie Gold Award” on KOTV, c. 1950s.
Children at Melody Lane Music Shop waiting to meet actor James Brown who played Lieutenant Rip Masters on The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin, c. 1957.
Utica Bowl at Utica Square, c. 1950s.
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Tulsa Day Parade in honor of the premiere of the movie Tulsa. Events that day brought more than 100,000 spectators downtown, c. 1949.
Tulsa State Fair, c. 1959.
in history
this month in history November 2, 1947: Spruce Goose took flight The Hughes Flying Boat – the largest aircraft ever built – was piloted by designer Howard Hughes on its first and only flight. Built with laminated birch and spruce, the wooden aircraft had a wingspan longer than a football field and was designed to carry more than 700 men to battle. Today, it is housed at the Evergreen Aviation Museum in Oregon.
November 16, 1957: Notre Dame ended Oklahoma winning streak Notre Dame beat Oklahoma 7-0, ending the Sooners’ 47-game, 1,512day college football winning streak. The game also marked the first time in more than 120 games that Oklahoma didn’t score a single point. Sooner fans were stunned. However, Oklahoma still holds the NCAA record for the most consecutive wins by a major college football team.
November 4, 1922: Entrance to King Tut’s tomb was discovered British archaeologist Howard Carter and his crew discovered a step leading to the tomb of King Tutankhamun in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. After excavation, Carter uncovered thousands of objects, including the mummy of the “boy king,” preserved for more than 3,000 years in a sarcophagus. Now, most of the treasures are housed in the Cairo Museum.
November 21, 1980: Millions tuned in to find out who shot J.R. More than 300 million people around the world tuned in to television’s popular primetime drama Dallas to find out who shot J.R. Ewing, the character fans loved to hate. J.R. had been shot on the season-ending episode, which was one of TV’s most famous cliffhangers. Kristin Shepard, J.R.’s wife’s sister and his former mistress, was the culprit.
November 12, 1954: Ellis Island closed Ellis Island closed after processing more than 12 million immigrants since it opened in 1892. Today, an estimated 40 percent of Americans can trace their roots through Ellis Island, which is located in New York Harbor off the New Jersey coast. Ellis Island was named for merchant Samuel Ellis, who owned the land in the 1770s.
November 28, 1895: Duryea won first U.S. horseless-carriage race Frank Duryea won the first motor car race in the U.S. The race was held during one of Chicago’s great snowstorms, and the contestants’ cars got stuck in snowdrifts, slid into other vehicles and stalled repeatedly. Duryea, who completed the race in 10 hours and 23 minutes, traveled at an average speed of 5 ¼ miles per hour. © The History Channel
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he workings of Alzheimer’s disease and other progressive dementias still elude researchers and practitioners, and the phenomenon of “sundowning” is no exception. Sundowning syndrome is the worsening of Alzheimer’s and dementia symptoms in the late afternoon, evening or overnight. Sundowning symptoms can include, but are not limited to, confusion, mood swings, abnormally demanding attitudes, suspiciousness, disorientation, anxiety, agitation, aggression, pacing, wandering, resistance to redirection, repetitious mannerisms and yelling. Due to limited research on the subject, there is no exact answer to how or why sundowning syndrome occurs. However, there are a few theories. One theory suggests that there is a disruption of the individual’s circadian rhythm – or internal clock – caused by bio-chemical imbalances. These imbalances are associated with sleeplessness and insomnia. Sometimes, the inability to separate dreams from reality can add to the individual’s disorientation. Another theory suggests that the culmination of the day’s events, combined with extra-stimulation around sunset (i.e., people returning home from work, children returning home from school, making dinner, etc.) creates a sensory overload. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, sundowning syndrome may be caused by caregivers who provide nonverbal cues of frustration. And still, other scholars believe that decreased sunlight during late fall and winter, as well as chronic pains from illnesses and diseases, are associated with the development of sundowning syndrome. If you are a caregiver for someone with progressive dementia or Alzheimer’s disease who is experiencing sundowning syndrome, there are some steps you can take that may ease symptoms of sundowning, including: v Identify triggers – Limit environmental disturbances, such as loud music or television programs, chores, etc., as much as you can. v Remove sources of glare, and make lighting consistent throughout the house in order to prevent confusion associated with changes in daylight – A well-lit home may reduce agitation that can occur when surroundings are dark or unfamiliar. v Maintain a regular schedule – Routine meals, sleeping and waking patterns, and moderate daily activity can create more restful sleep. A regular nap shortly after lunch may help to reset and charge your loved one’s brain for the remainder of the day. v Avoid stimulants and large meals at night – Keep those with sundowning away from alcohol and nicotine. Also, try to limit sweets and caffeine to the morning, and have a larger lunch and smaller dinner. v Create a safe and comfortable sleeping environment – At night, keep the home at a comfortable temperature, as well as install nightlights and other safety measures, like appropriate door and window locks. Also, caregivers can place door sensors and motion detectors as an alert system. 10
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If your loved one is experiencing sundowning syndrome: v Approach your loved one calmly. v Determine if your loved one needs something. v Gently remind your loved one of the time. v Avoid arguing, and try redirection. v Offer reassurance. v Try soothing therapies, like aromas, art, massage, music, pets, etc. Non-pharmaceutical therapies should be used prior to pharmaceutical approaches. v Talk to your loved one’s care team (physicians, pharmacists, etc.) about potential medication side effects and the best times to take medications. v Do not use physical restraint. If the person wants or needs to pace, then provide enough distance for him or her to pace while you maintain supervision. Not everyone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will experience sundowning syndrome. If your loved one suddenly begins to exhibit sundowning symptoms, contact their physician and have them check for potential infections, such as urinary tract infections, or dehydration, which could be contributing to the symptoms. by Jessica Allen, MS, LIFE’s Community Education Specialist Sources: Alzheimer’s Association; Sundown Syndrome in Persons with Dementia: An Update, N. Khanchiyants, D. Trinkle, S. Son & K. Kim; The Sundown Syndrome: Relation Between Etiological Variable and Temporal Patters of Agitation, L. Koven; Alzheimer’s: The Difficult Transition, S. Robinson
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Medicare Part B and VA Coverage
Many veterans use their VA health benefits to get coverage for healthcare services and items not covered by Medicare, such as over-the-counter medications, annual physical exams and hearing aids. Still, you may want to consider enrolling in Medicare Part B (medical insurance) even if you have VA coverage. Part B may cover services you receive from Medicare-certified providers and supply you with medical coverage outside the VA health system. For example, you may not live near a VA facility and find that using the VA is not as convenient as using Medicare. In addition, if you do not enroll in Part B when you are first eligible to do so, you will most likely incur a Part B premium penalty and experience gaps in coverage.
Medicare Part D and VA Coverage
Some veterans only use their VA drug coverage to get their medications, since VA drug coverage may offer more generous prescription drug coverage than Medicare Part D, which is the Medicare prescription drug benefit. Since VA drug coverage is considered creditable – meaning it is as good as or better than the Medicare prescription drug benefit – you can delay enrolling in Medicare Part D without penalty. If you do lose VA drug coverage, make sure you enroll in a Part D plan within 63 days of losing your VA benefits. It is important to note that although you can have both Medicare Part D and VA drug coverage, the two do not work together. VA benefits only cover the drugs you get from VA pharmacies, while Part D plans usually only cover drugs you get from pharmacies that are within the plan’s network. You may want to join a Part D plan in certain situations. You may want to enroll in a plan if you move into a nursing home outside of the VA health system and need coverage for medications from the nursing home pharmacy. Also, you may want to enroll in a Part D plan if you qualify for Extra Help, which is the federal assistance program that helps people with Medicare afford their Part D drug costs. 12
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Medicare and TRICARE for Life
TRICARE for Life is the health insurance program for military retirees and their dependent family members. TRICARE members generally must enroll in both Medicare Parts A and B when they are first eligible for Medicare. TRICARE wraps around Medicare and is typically a second payer to Medicare, usually covering out-of-pocket costs in Original Medicare, such as deductibles and coinsurance. For this reason, if you have TRICARE, you don’t need to purchase a Medicare supplement insurance policy to cover these Part A and Part B out-of-pocket costs. In addition, since TRICARE drug coverage is as good as Medicare’s coverage, you also do not need to enroll in a Medicare Part D drug plan. For more information and answers to your questions about VA benefits and coverage, contact the VA Health Administration Center at (800) 733-8387 or (877) 222-VETS (8387). by Cindy Loftin LIFE’s Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator Source: www.cms.hhs.gov
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Movie theaters have been an integral part of American life for so long that it’s difficult to imagine life without them. However, the movie theaters of today – with everything from heated, reclining seats to servers who will bring you an ice cream sundae during the movie – have evolved tremendously from the original cinemas.
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he first true motion picture, created by French brothers Louis and Auguste Lumière in 1894, was the result of mounting a camera on a train. In order to achieve motion in their picture, the brothers combined a camera, film processor and projector in one unit.
Nickelodeons The first theater in the world exclusively devoted to showing motion pictures was the Nickelodeon, which opened on June 19, 1905, in Pittsburgh, Penn. Harry Davis and John P. Harris created the theater by moving 96 seats into an empty store. The Pittsburgh Nickelodeon was the start of a cultural phenomenon.
Naturally, all of this luxury included air conditioning, especially in the southern states. In fact, movie theaters gave some people their first taste of cool, climate-controlled air. In 1922, Willis Haviland Carrier installed his system in Sid Grauman’s Metropolitan Theater in Los Angeles, making it the first movie theater with air conditioning.
Silence is Golden Until 1927, motion pictures were produced without sound. To enhance the viewer experience, an orchestra, organ or even a showman or projectionist would produce sound effects or commentary to accompany the silent films. One of the most beloved American silent film actors was Charlie Chaplin, who mixed slapstick comedy with dramatic elements.
Drive-In, Hangout While air conditioned buildings were certainly appreciated, Americans still longed for the great outdoors. Camden, N.J., was home to the first drivein theater, which was built in 1933. At the time, these establishments were called park-in theaters. The popularity of the drive-in spiked after WWII and reached its apex in the late 1950s to mid-60s, with about 5,000 theaters across the country. The drive-in became an icon of American culture – a popular destination for families and teenage couples alike. Due to increased real estate costs and other factors, most drive-in theaters have closed over the last few decades. According to Quartz (www.qz.com), there were only 348 drive-in theaters left in the U.S. in March 2014.
Nickelodeons were small, simple theaters that charged 5 cents for admission and flourished from about 1905 to 1915. According to The Transformation of Cinema by Eileen Bowser, the number of nickelodeons in the United States doubled between 1907 and 1908 to around 8,000. By The shift away from drive-in theaters was also affected by the rise of cinema 1910, as many as 26 million Americans frequented these theaters every week. multiplexes – large theaters that could seat hundreds in front of multiple screens under one roof. The first multiplex was a two-theater building that Movie theaters continued to expand both in number and size throughout opened in Kansas City in 1963. the 1920s and ‘30s. Nickelodeons were replaced by more upscale versions: European-inspired cinemas that looked like palaces, with marble-lined hallways, crystal chandeliers, billiards rooms and even drop-off day care A centers. 14
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Tulsa’s Movie Theater evolution Dreamland Theatre 127 N. Greenwood Ave. June 7, 1906 – 1940s It’s believed to be Tulsa’s first movie theater, having opened a few months before Lyric theater. It seated 750, and was operated by John and Loula Williams. The theater served mostly African-American audiences. Dreamland was destroyed in the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921, and later rebuilt. Lyric Theatre 103 S. Main St. 1906 - 1950s Bob Stevens, a traveling shoe salesman, bought a grocery store, auctioned off the groceries, put in an inclined floor, some folding chairs a box office, and named it Lyric Theatre. Admission was 10 cents for adults and 5 cents for children. The theater ran two one-reel subjects, which took about 20 minutes. In between reels, a singer and an accompanist would perform. The Lyric Theatre was demolished in 1970. Ritz Theatre 18 W. 4th St. May 11, 1926 - 1960 Ralph Talbot commissioned architect John Eberson of Chicago to design the finest movie house in the Southwest. The Ritz was the result. The building cost $400,000 to construct and boasted seating for 1,500. Ushers at the theater were always smartly dressed and established an elaborate system of hand signals for crowd control.
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REEL TIME: Movie Theater History continued from page 15 Circle Cinema 10 S. Lewis Ave. July 15, 1928 - present Nine apartments were located upstairs over the theater. The Circle barbershop occupied the commercial space on one side and the Circle Candy Shop on the other side. Although it was built after the silent movie era, it was equipped with a pipe organ. Brook Theater 3401 S. Peoria Ave. 1945 - 1978 A controversial movie – The Story of Bob and Sally – was shown here in 1948. It was considered a “sex hygiene” movie about premarital sex, venereal disease, abortion and alcoholism. There were separate show times for men and women. The building is now occupied by The Brook Restaurant and Bar. Admiral Twin Drive-In 7355 E. Easton St. 1951 - present Opened as the Modernaire DriveIn with a capacity for 700 cars, it took on the name the Admiral Drive-In in 1953. Originally, the theater was only one screen, but a second screen was added in the late 1950s. The name Admiral Twin was adopted. A fire destroyed the screens on Sept. 2, 2010. Funds were raised to rebuild the screens, and the Admiral Twin Drive-In reopened on June 15, 2012. Warren Theatre 1700 Aspen Creek, (Broken Arrow) 2014 - present The Tulsa area’s newest multiplex offers everything from heated, reclining seats, 21-and-olderonly theaters, call buttons at your seat to order food, a 1940s Hollywood-style diner, game room, bar, cry rooms for children and more. Warren offers senior discounts in the Grand Infinity Auditoriums for $8.50 for evening shows and in the Stadium Auditoriums for $7 for evening shows. by Lindsay Morris 16
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Two on Cents Movie Theater History
I n 1907, it cost 5 cents to watch a movie at the theater, which is why the theaters adopted the name “Nickel”odeon. During the Great Depression, movies cost about 27 cents. During the 1960s, it cost a little less than $1 to see a movie. In the 1980s, it cost about $4 to go to a movie. Now, it costs about $10 to see a film.
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CONCESSIONS In 1929, the average cost for a bag of popcorn was 5 cents. Today, the average cost is anywhere from $5 to $10, depending on the size. According to ABC News, the amount of popcorn it takes to fill a large bag can cost 8 cents, while bags can cost between 22 and 35 cents, and a tub can range from 85 cents to $1. If the theater then sells the bag or tub of popcorn for $8, that’s a nearly 700 percent mark-up. Despite its cost, at many cinemas, like national chain Harkins Theatres, popcorn remains the best seller, followed by sodas, pretzels, nachos and hot dogs.
LaFortune Series: Tulsa’s Historic Movie Theaters Follow the rise and fall of Tulsa’s glamorous movie theater history through photos and commentary showcasing over 26 theaters, including the Orpheum, Ritz and Delman. Wednesday, November 11 • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. LaFortune Recreation Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
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“Jazz is rooted in the American experience, but it has become a world music,” said Jeff Koss, historian at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. Although Oklahoma isn’t the birthplace of jazz, the particular cultural, ethnic and regional mix of music in Oklahoma and Tulsa has been vitally important to its development.
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he earliest form of jazz began in New Orleans in the early 1910s, and quickly steamed into Oklahoma by way of riverboats. “It got here really early because this part of Oklahoma was navigable up to Muskogee,” said Koss. “New Orleans jazz met the music of freed slaves, Native Americans and immigrants. Oklahoma jazz came out of that stew. Jazz is a very absorptive kind of music,” added Koss. “When it’s done right, it takes in everything that’s around it.” The Tulsa oil boom fueled the emerging music form. “It was easy for musicians to get work here because of the oil money,” said Koss. “Some of the early jazz people came here. Jelly Roll Morton lived in Tulsa for the better part of a year about 100 years ago,” said Koss. “He had a jazz club and taught musicians how to play. Then, he moved on to the West Coast. That was one way jazz spread around: musicians got together, shared ideas and moved on.” “The Greenwood District was extremely important for jazz,” said Koss. “Count Basie started his big band career there in the early 1900s. There was this segregation line in town, which was this wall,” said Koss, pointing to a wall at the Jazz Depot, home of the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. “This building [originally the Tulsa Union Depot] is right on that line.” According to Koss, on one side was Greenwood, on the other side, downtown and other neighborhoods. “A lot of clubs had a white section and an African-American section,” said Koss. “But certain people could be convinced to look the other way, so the musicians worked together. There were clubs in other parts of Tulsa that tried to break that [segregation] line, and some, like the Rubiat, were successful.” According to Koss, the Rubiat, owned by Sonny and Suzan Gray, had a house band and brought artists in from other parts of the world. “It was a happening place,” he said. “They deliberately did not observe the segregation customs. Eventually, the laws disappeared, but the music stayed!” “I started out playing at the Rubiat, which was one of the greatest clubs,” said Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame inductee, bassist Bill Crosby. He also played at the Calypso Club on the north side. “I was the only white guy in it,” said Crosby. “Many of the clubs were on the black side of town. Musicians integrated way before the civil rights movement. I learned a lot from those guys.” Trained in opera and art songs, Pam Van Dyke Crosby, another Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame inductee and wife of Bill Crosby, started her jazz career 18
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with the Larry Elgart band in New York City in the 1960s. When she auditioned for the band, she told them she didn’t know how to sing jazz. Their response was, “That’s what you sing.” She responded with, “OK, you pay me, and I’ll sing it!” She has never looked back. “It was great!” she said. “They played the standards I’d known for years. I love the freedom of being able to improvise.” “If it is not being improvised, it’s not jazz,” added Bill Crosby. “Usually, a song will be quoted the first time through, and then musicians will improvise on it. That’s what makes it jazz.” The Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame opened in 1988 to identify and honor Oklahomans, like Pam and Bill Crosby, who have contributed to jazz, blues and gospel. Originally located at the Greenwood Cultural Center, the organization moved to the Jazz Depot in 2007. “It was set up through a core group of educators, commissioners, legislators and community leaders who looked at our history in Tulsa and decided were weren’t doing anything to honor the jazz, blues and gospel musicians that are from Oklahoma,” said Koss. In 1992, Pam and Bill Crosby, along with some other local jazz musicians, formed the Tulsa Jazz Society, promoting jazz in the Tulsa area through monthly concerts. Eventually, the Tulsa Jazz Society and the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame began collaborating. “That’s how everybody unified,” said Pam Crosby. According to Koss, unity is key in jazz. “Jazz musicians have to work collaboratively,” he said. “It’s actually a good model for society: work together, listen to each other, respect each other. The outcome can become very positive.” For more information about the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, including their weekly jam sessions and Sunday concerts, call (918) 928-JAZZ (5299) or visit www.okjazz.org. by Cindy Webb www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Joe Wilkinson: A Tulsa Jazz Treasure
At age 91, Joe Wilkinson has plenty of stories to tell, including a few about his time in WWII, one about being the second baby ever to be in an incubator, and a number about being a jazz pianist. While it may be possible to forget a piece or two from one of Wilkinson’s stories, you will not soon forget his warm and vibrant personality with which he tells them. Wilkinson’s love for jazz music was partially kindled by a piano and a wind-up record player in his parents’ Oklahoma City rent house. “I managed to get the piano back in tune, and I bought Glen Miller’s Little Brown Jug, then played along with it on the piano.” Back then, he played by ear, and still does, mostly. “At first, I slowed everything down to my pace, which was the key of C. I tell everyone I’ve lived my life in the key of C,” he chuckled. Growing up, he also listened to his dad playing Scottish songs on the piano in the evening, which also fed his love for music. Music followed him into the Army and into the Philippines. “There seem to be four requirements for setting up an Army base: establish a secure beachhead, get an air strip, establish an officer’s club and find a band,” laughed Wilkinson. “I don’t know how they knew I played an instrument, but I got word that I was to show up for an audition. When I got there, there was a guy playing the piano – oh man, he was so good! His name was Rudy Martin, and he had real credentials. He asked if I was there to audition, and I said, ‘Not as long as you’re in the room!” Wilkinson ended up playing bass in the 8th Army Men’s Chorus and Dance Band. “When Irving Berlin came over to entertain the troops, I was his bassist. But a bassist I was not. I just never wanted to play piano Joe Wilkinson continued on page 20 www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Tulsa Rocks: The History of Rock ‘n’ Roll in TulsA “Tulsa has a reputation for being a good place to find musicians,” said local rock ‘n’ roll historian and bass player Jim Downing. From the 1950s to the present, talented Tulsan musicians have contributed to some of the most influential music in rock history.
J.J. Cale
around Rudy.” While Wilkinson is known to strum a few cords from Big Noise from Winnetka on a bass from time to time, he’s pretty much left his bass-playing days in the past. After he returned home, Wilkinson went to school at the University of Arkansas where he played in the Varsity Club Dance Band and earned his degree in architecture. Wilkinson moved to Tulsa in 1950, started work as an architect, played piano at home and slowly started to expand his capabilities “beyond the key of C.” Over the years, he has worked with a number of vocalists and musicians, who he credits for improving his piano playing. “I have to play in a key that works for them. I’ve even had some vocalists that specifically ask to work with me, which is so flattering,” said Wilkinson. Besides collaborating with fellow musicians, Wilkinson practices the piano at least 30 minutes a day, plays a few gigs around town and always shows up to the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame’s, or Jazz Depot’s, free Tuesday night jam sessions. “The Jazz Depot is the greatest place. There are not that many places in the U.S. where you can go and see jazz in that manner. Even big name musicians will adjust their schedule, so they can swing by the Depot on their way through town.” While Wilkinson’s arthritis is making playing the piano more difficult, he adamantly maintains he will never quit playing. “I’ve had to change my style a bit, but my hands seem to have adjusted,” smiled Wilkinson. When asked how jazz helps keep him active and involved, his reply was poignantly heartwarming. “This may be an odd way to answer it, but there’s a lady I’ve known for years that is a widow. After my wife died, we corresponded and she started wanting to go to music events with me. She had been sitting there alone since her husband died six years earlier. Now, she’s going to music events. She’s so dedicated – even more than me! We stay until 10 p.m. on Tuesday [at the Jazz Hall of Fame]. She told me once that I had helped change her life and she couldn’t believe how much fun she could have. She had been withdrawn, but jazz and music has opened up a whole new world for her ... and it has for me too.” by Erin Shackelford, Managing Editor
Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame Tuesday Night Jazz Jams Every Tuesday Night 6 – 8 p.m. Jazz • 8 – 10 p.m. Blues • Free 5 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa (918) 928-5299 • www.okjazz.org
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Cale is probably the most successful rock ‘n’ roll musician from Tulsa that you might never have heard of. Cale, who graduated from Tulsa’s Central High School in 1956, was notorious for keeping a low profile, even as he influenced such rock greats as Eric Clapton and Neil Young. Clapton described him as “one of the most important artists in the history of rock.” Young once said that Cale and Jimi Hendrix were the best electric guitar players. Cale and Clapton released the Grammy-winning album The Road to Escondido in 2006. Cale died in 2013 at the age of 74.
Leon Russell
While Cale was never a household name, Leon Russell certainly was. By age 14, Russell was playing Tulsa nightclubs, and had his sights set on bigger things. After graduating from Will Rogers High School in 1959, Russell took off for Los Angeles, along with several other talented, young Tulsa-based musicians, including Jimmy Markham, David Teegarden, Tommy Tripplehorn, Jimmy Karstein, Jim Keltner, Carl Radle and David Gates. Once in LA, Russell became a member of the “Wrecking Crew” – a group of elite studio musicians who anonymously backed dozens of popular singers. “It’s difficult to name someone Leon has not played with,” said Downing. In 1970, Russell recorded his first solo album Leon Russell, which included the hit A Song for You. Later, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame called it “one of the greatest love songs of the modern era.” Despite Russell’s prodigious songwriting, producing and recording, he slipped out of the spotlight in the 1980s. Elton John redirected the spotlight in 2009 when he contacted his old friend and mentor for a collaboration. The resulting project, The Union, was a hit, entering the Billboard chart at No. 3. Russell was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
David Gates
David Gates, lead singer of the popular ‘60s and early ‘70s band, Bread, graduated from Will Rogers High School and attended the University of Oklahoma. He had been in a band called the Accents with Leon Russell in high school. The early ‘60s found Gates in Los Angeles writing songs and working as a studio musician. By 1970, Bread’s Make It with You, was a No. 1 single. Bread disbanded in 1973, and Gates enjoyed a brief solo career before buying a ranch in California. In 2002, Gates returned to the music business, releasing The David Gates Songbook CD.
Tulsa Sound
Does Tulsa rock have a particular sound? Some say yes, others no. According to Downing, the first national airing of the “essential Tulsa Sound” was “Taj Mahal’s band of Okies with Gary Gilmore, Jesse ‘Ed’ Davis and Chuck Blackwell. But overall,” added Downing, “Cale is probably the purest example of the Tulsa Sound.” Cale’s music strongly influenced Eric Clapton, and, for a decade, Clapton’s band was almost entirely composed of Tulsans, including Jamie Oldaker, Carl Radle and Dick Sims. Downing describes the Tulsa Sound as a collaboration. “Rather than try to out play each other, we try to make the whole thing bigger than the sum of its parts. Most of the time it works just fine.” Yes, it does. by Cindy Webb
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Which Medicare Part D Plan is the Right Plan for You?
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edicare’s Open Enrollment Period, during which people with Medicare can make unrestricted changes to their coverage, takes place every year from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. Whether you’re approaching age 65 or already enrolled in Medicare, you should take advantage of this opportunity to review your options and see whether you are enrolled in the most cost-effective plan for your needs. Most plans change their costs and benefits every year and some even decide not to participate in Medicare for the coming year. Making a careful comparison between the plan you have now and options available to you for next year is the only way to see if there is a better choice for you. In most cases, this will probably be your only chance to change your health and drug coverage for the next year. When reviewing your Medicare coverage, know that you will have many options to choose from. Typically, it’s beneficial to have choices, but you might find yourself overwhelmed. For example, in 2016, Medicare beneficiaries in Oklahoma will be able to select from almost 30 prescription drug plans, as well as many health plans available throughout the state. Many beneficiaries say they find it frustrating and difficult to compare plans due to the volume of information they receive in the mail and through media. As a result, they often stay with the same plan, even if it is not the best option for them. Research shows that a large majority of people with Medicare could have saved hundreds of dollars last year by reviewing their prescription drug plan. In fact, during last year’s enrollment
period, 64 percent of those who came to LIFE Senior Services for help reviewing their drug coverage options either enrolled in Part D for the first time or switched plans for the next year, saving an average of $1,900 per person. Whether you are currently on Medicare or becoming eligible for Medicare in 2016, this annual Medicare Part D Guide, published by LIFE Senior Services, provides up-todate information about the prescription drug plans available in 2016, as well as the Medicare health plans being offered in Tulsa County. LIFE Senior Services is a name thousands of seniors and their families have trusted for over 40 years. Since 2004, LIFE has provided education and one-on-one assistance to thousands of Medicare beneficiaries, helping them compare Medicare Part D plans and enroll in the one that best fits their individual needs. As a partner agency of the Oklahoma Insurance Department, LIFE’s Medicare Assistance Program provides trusted services in northeast Oklahoma to Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives and those soon to be eligible for Medicare. As always, you can count on LIFE and LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine to bring you timely, unbiased information and assistance on Medicare Part D. For more information and to schedule an appointment to review your options, call the Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 or toll-free at (866) 664-9009. We’re here to help!
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2016 Medicare Part D Stand-Alone Prescription Drug Plans Available in Oklahoma Information is current as of Sept. 9, 2015. Plans under sanction are not shown. For additional information or assistance selecting a plan, contact Medicare at (800) 633-4227 or the Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 or toll-free at (866) 664-9009.
Benefit Type
Monthly Drug Premium
Annual Drug Deductible
Company Name
Plan Name
Plan ID
Phone Number
Aetna Medicare
Aetna Medicare Rx Saver
S5810-057
(800) 832-2640
Basic
$26.50
$360.00
Cigna-HealthSpring Rx Secure
S5617-113
(800) 735-1459
Basic
$31.90
$360.00
Cigna-HealthSpring Rx Secure-Extra
S5617-268
(800) 735-1459
Enhanced
$61.70
$250.00
EnvisionRxPlus Silver
S7694-023
(866) 250-2005
Basic
$33.90
$360.00
Express Scripts Medicare Value
S5660-125
(866) 477-5704
Basic
$49.70
$360.00
Express Scripts Medicare Choice
S5660-214
(866) 477-5704
Enhanced
$75.50
$360.00
First Health Part D Value Plus
S5768-146
(855) 893-4696
Enhanced
$31.50
$0.00
First Health Part D Premier Plus
S5768-180
(855) 893-4696
Enhanced
$79.70
$0.00
Blue Cross MedicareRx Basic
S5715-015
(877) 213-1817
Basic
$33.10
$360.00
Blue Cross MedicareRx Value
S5715-010
(877) 213-1817
Enhanced
$55.40
$360.00
Blue Cross MedicareRx Plus
S5715-011
(877) 213-1817
Enhanced
$163.80
$0.00
CignaHealthSpring Rx
EnvisionRx Plus
Express Scripts Medicare
First Health Part D
HISC - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
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Company Name
Humana Insurance Company
Benefit Type
Monthly Drug Premium
Annual Drug Deductible
Plan Name
Plan ID
Phone Number
Humana Walmart Rx Plan
S5884-169
(800) 706-0872
Enhanced
$18.40
$360.00
Humana Preferred Rx Plan
S5884-144
(800) 706-0872
Basic
$28.20
$360.00
Humana Enhanced
S5884-021
(800) 706-0872
Enhanced
$64.00
$0.00
SilverScript Choice
S5601-046
(866) 552-6106
Basic
$22.80
$0.00
SilverScript Plus
S5601-109
(866) 552-6106
Enhanced
$82.50
$0.00
Transamerica MedicareRx Classic
S9579-022
(877) 527-1958
Basic
$115.60
$360.00
Symphonix Value Rx
S0522-040
(855) 355-2280
Basic
$29.00
$360.00
Symphonix PrimeSaver Rx
S0522-070
(855) 355-2280
Enhanced
$39.00
$200.00
AARP MedicareRx Saver Plus
S5921-368
(866) 679-3282
Basic
$32.80
$360.00
AARP MedicareRx Preferred
S5820-022
(888) 867-5564
Enhanced
$63.80
$0.00
WellCare Classic
S5967-160
(888) 293-5151
Basic
$28.90
$360.00
WellCare Simple
S4802-014
(888) 293-5151
Basic
$36.20
$360.00
WellCare Extra
S5967-194
(888) 293-5151
Enhanced
$76.70
$0.00
SilverScript
Stonebridge Life Insurance Company
Symphonix Health
UnitedHealthcare
WellCare
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2016 Medicare Advantage Plans with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Tulsa County/Tulsa Metro Area) * Information is current as of Sept. 9, 2015 and includes 2016 approved contracts/plans.
Contract ID
Phone Number
Drug Benefit Type
Monthly Consolidated Premium (Includes Part C + D)
Local HMO
H4198-005
(800) 333-3275
Enhanced
$0
$0
Advantage Premier
Local HMO
H4198-003
(800) 333-3275
Enhanced
$42
$0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic
Local HMO
H6801-002
(877) 583-8129
Enhanced
$0
$0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Premier Plus
HMO-POS
H6801-006
(877) 583-8129
Enhanced
$41
$0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice Plus
Local PPO
H8634-006
(877) 583-8129
Enhanced
$55
$0
Senior Health Plan Silver Plus
Local HMO
H3755-005
(800) 642-8065
Enhanced
$0
$0
Senior Health Plan Platinum
Local HMO
H3755-001
(800) 642-8065
Enhanced
$42
$0
Senior Health Plan Platinum Plus
Local HMO
H3755-004
(800) 642-8065
Enhanced
$110
$0
Coventry Health Care
Advantra Freedom
Local PPO
H1608-021
(855) 338-9551
Enhanced
$15
$0
Generations Healthcare
Generations Healthcare Classic
Local HMO
H3706-001
(844) 280-5555
Enhanced
$0
$0
GlobalHealth Medicare Option 2
Local HMO
H0435-002
(877) 280-5774
Enhanced
$58
$0
GlobalHealth Medicare Option 3
Local HMO
H0435-003
(877) 280-5774
Enhanced
$90
$0
GlobalHealth Medicare Option 4
Local HMO
H0435-004
(877) 280-5774
Enhanced
$30
$0
GlobalHealth Medicare Option 5
Local HMO
H0435-005
(877) 280-5774
Enhanced
$0
$225
HumanaChoice
Local PPO
H6609-126
(800) 833-2364
Enhanced
$66
$300
HumanaChoice
Local PPO
H6609-121
(800) 833-2364
Enhanced
$72
$175
Humana Gold Choice
PFFS
H8145-122
(800) 833-2364
Enhanced
$95
$0
HumanaChoice
Regional PPO
R5826-013
(800) 833-2364
Basic
$165
$360
Humana Gold Plus
Local HMO
H4145-002
(800) 833-2364
Enhanced
$29
$0
AARP MedicareComplete SecureHorizons
Local HMO
H3749-017
(800) 555-5757
Enhanced
$39
$150
Organization Name
Advantage Medicare Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM, OK
CommunityCare Senior Health Plan
GlobalHealth Medicare
Humana Insurance Company
Humana Regional Health Plan, Inc.
UnitedHealthcare
Plan Name
Type of Medicare Health Plan
Advantage Choice Plus
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ith the fall and winter months upon us, it’s time for the holiday season and all the cheery festivities and gettogethers that come along with it. Closeness to the ones we love makes for the best memories, but it also can create a ripe location for germs to collect and ruin the fun. It’s extremely important that you know not only how to protect yourself against cold and flu germs, but also how to safeguard your home against the spread of infection. Usually, the flu spreads through tiny droplets – microscopic little beads of moisture that have escaped from sneezes and coughs – in the air. These droplets are then breathed in or passed through social interactions, like a handshake or hug. The flu also can be spread through contact with infected surfaces. The flu can survive outside of the body anywhere from a few hours to 24 hours, so proper home sanitization is important in flu prevention. Amy Bates, owner of Merry Maids Tulsa Metro, has some tips and suggestions for how to create and maintain a flu-free home.
Fight the Flu “Finding surface cleansers that truly disinfect is key,” Bates said. “There is a difference between sanitizing [reducing germs to levels considered safe by health codes] and disinfecting. You need a disinfectant to kill most viruses.” Now, if you’re wondering what “truly disinfectant” means, the answer may surprise you. Household cleaners that are advertised as “all-purpose” do not always disinfect. On the flipside, a disinfectant cleaner does not actually clean. All-purpose cleaners are specifically formulated to lift dirt off of surfaces, while disinfectants are made to kill germs. Therefore, make sure you are using a two-step cleaning process – first a cleaner, then a disinfectant. It is also crucial to note on the label how much time the disinfectant is supposed to sit on a surface before wiping it away. Many disinfectants need around five to 10 minutes to be effective. “I love ‘green’ products that are less harmful to the environment, and I also find that they are less irritating to the skin and lungs,” Bates said. “I recommend having a product for the kitchen that is safe to use around food, as well as a bathroom disinfectant. Also, consider using paper towels when you clean, so you don’t spread germs from surface to surface. If you opt for a cloth or sponge, clean it after every use by throwing it in the dishwasher.”
Make sure and regularly disinfect the areas of your home that receive a high volume of use, especially if the flu has already invaded your home. “Light switches, faucet handles, door handles [inside and outside], remotes, cabinet knobs, toilet handles and the toilet seat are the main areas,” she said. “The steering wheel, buttons, handles and knobs in your car are other places that can harbor the flu virus as well.” Bates suggested some other tips for keeping your home flu free: eep disinfectant wipes handy; it makes it far easier to be vigilant K about wiping common household surfaces. Wipe down your cell phone regularly. There are antibacterial products on the market that are safe for phone screens. Wash linens regularly, especially after recovery. Use the hottest water your sheets can handle. Replace your toothbrush after illness or place it in the dishwasher (use “sanitize” mode, if available). If you have a guest in your home that appears ill or is sniffling, be certain to wipe down the areas of your home where he or she has visited. Wash hands often, especially after being out anywhere in public.
Flu Vaccine Arming your home against the flu can go a long way, but according to www.flu.gov, getting the flu vaccine is by far the best protection against contracting the flu. It is crucial to get the flu vaccine as soon as it is made available in your area, as it can take up to two weeks for the vaccine to fully take effect. According to the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Oklahoma, September through November is the optimal time to get vaccinated. If you miss this window, however, it is still important to be vaccinated, because flu season does not peak until January and February. Children (especially under the age of 2), women who are pregnant and seniors (especially 65 years and older) are most susceptible to the flu. Those who should not receive the flu shot are individuals with severe, life-threatening allergies to ingredients in the vaccine, like gelatin or antibiotics. If you think this might be you, discuss your options with your doctor. There are many places in Tulsa that you can get the flu shot – in some cases for free – including Reasor’s, Wal-Mart, Walgreens, VNA of Oklahoma in Tulsa and the Tulsa Health Department. Check with your healthcare plan to see if you can get the flu shot at no cost. by Tiffany Duncan
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Downtown Tulsa is a Mecca for Fun and Frolic Recently, downtown Tulsa has seen quite a renaissance. Restaurants, art galleries, beautiful public spaces and parks abound in the already beautiful garden of art deco architecture and rich history. Brady Arts District www.thebradyartsdistrict.com | www.trolleymap.com The Brady Arts District hosts its First Friday Art Crawl on the first Friday of the month, 6 to 9 p.m. Local artists display their work, and each venue offers something unique and different. Plus, it’s free. Make it an event and have dinner at Laffa where the ambiance alone will fill you with energy (and delicious food). And don’t forget about the downtown trolley. It offers free rides every Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m to 2 a.m. Tulsa Foundation for Architecture (918) 583-5550 | www.tulsaarchitecture.com The Tulsa Foundation for Architecture hosts a Second Saturday walking tour on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. The tour features a one hour walk-and-talk highlighting some of Tulsa’s key architectural sites. Each monthly tour is slightly different, and only costs $10. Reservations are not required. Guthrie Green (918) 574-2421 | www.guthriegreen.com While you are downtown, you won’t want to miss all the events at Guthrie Green. From free yoga to free movies and concerts, Guthrie Green is the place to be. Want to have some real fun? Every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the Fitness on the Green program hosts a Hula Hoop Jam – it’s free and all ages are welcome. Bring a hula hoop and hula to your heart’s content. If you can’t hula, grab a drink or a bite from Lucky’s on the Green and just take in the spectacle.
Culture Club Philbrook Museum (918) 749-7941 | www.philbrook.org If culture is what you are looking for, look to Philbrook. The second Saturday of every month is always free, thanks to generous sponsors. Any other time, seniors 62 and older get in for $7. Adult admission is $9. The museum also hosts special events, like wine tastings and art education events, and many are free. Will Rogers Memorial Museum (918) 341-0719 | www.willrogers.com Will Rogers, “Oklahoma’s favorite son,” would be proud of his namesake’s museum located just 30 minutes from downtown Tulsa. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum tells the story of the legend who “never met a man he didn’t like” through art, memorabilia, multimedia and a library of archives. You will learn about his life, wisdom and humor at this beautiful limestone structure overlooking the city of Claremore. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day (except Thanksgiving and Christmas). Admission is only $5 for seniors (62 and older), and $7 for adults. Special events and lectures fill the calendar throughout the year. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Gilcrease Museum (918) 596-2700 | gilcrease.utulsa.edu The Gilcrease Museum is nestled upon a gorgeous landscape just north of downtown Tulsa. Native American artifacts and American Western fine art are just a few of the incredible works that line the halls of the museum. Garden tours, special events and exhibits take place year around. Admission is $6 for seniors 62 and older, and $8 for adults.
HOUSE PARTY Why not host a good old-fashioned card game at home? Some of my grandparents’ fondest memories are of playing canasta with friends, eating mixed nuts and drinking sloe gin fizzes, all while sharing the latest neighborhood news, family woes and laughing like mad. With the advent of the Internet and websites, like Pinterest (a virtual “pin” board of your favorite things), it’s easy to plan a fun, festive and unique party. While collecting “pins” of craft projects on Pinterest can be fun in and of itself, consider sharing those ideas with friends by hosting a “Pinterest Party.” Encourage each of your guests to bring a dish – perhaps a recipe they found on Pinterest. Then, choose a Pinterest project you have been itching to try, and instead of working on the project by yourself, the entire group participates. The host could provide the supplies for the project or send your guests a list of needed supplies for them to bring. You can host a similar party without Pinterest, too. Are you famous for your knitted kitchen towels or homemade cherry pie? Invite friends and family over for a “how-to” party, and share your talent. If you aren’t ready to share your secrets just yet, get friends together for a recipe or cookie swap. Each guest brings their dish or cookie for everyone to sample, plus multiple copies of the recipe to share. Are you a fan of wine, beer or spirits? Invite friends over for a tasting. To make things more affordable, ask each guest to bring a bottle of their favorite wine, beer or spirit to share – just remember to be responsible! If you’re not an alcohol drinker, have a tea-tasting party instead.
Look Beyond While these are all good ideas for low-cost entertainment, don’t forget your local libraries, colleges, community centers, senior centers and churches; most offer events and classes throughout the year. From dance lessons to educational classes and social events, many are free. If you need help connecting with these places, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000. Being a senior on a budget doesn’t mean you have to stay in and be alone – that’s no fun at all! You can still get out and meet people, have a blast, experience new things and not break the bank. by Joey Mechelle Stenner
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Noteworthy New “A4” Study Looks for Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease Across the country, Canada and Australia, a landmark clinical trial is searching for a way to prevent memory loss associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Locally, Tulsa Clinical Research, 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 408, is screening potential participants. The study is searching for 1,000 adults, between the ages of 65 and 85, who may be at high risk for developing the disease, but who are not experiencing symptoms. Potential participants will receive a PET imaging scan to determine if they have an elevated level of amyloid plaque in the brain, a condition linked to Alzheimer’s disease. If chosen, participants will be required to visit the clinical research site once a month and to test a new investigational antibody treatment. The study will last for approximately three years. The study also aims to attract participants from diverse backgrounds to provide data that may shed light on why many groups and individuals, including women, African-Americans, and Hispanic and Latino Americans are at a higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. “The A4 study is exploring whether we can treat Alzheimer’s disease the same way we now address high cholesterol and heart disease – halting the disease before it even starts,” said Reisa Sperling, MD, principal investigator of the A4 study. “The A4 study offers new hope that we can give people a way to fight back. We hope to eventually spare other generations from ever facing this devastating disease.” For more information or to volunteer for the A4 study, call (844) A4-STUDY (247-8839) or visit www.a4study.org.
A Salute to Veterans: A Concert for Those Who Served Fort Sill’s 77th Army Band will give a patriotic concert in honor of Veteran’s Day on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2:30 p.m., at the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, 701 S. Main St., Broken Arrow. The concert will benefit the Oklahoma Military History Center in Broken Arrow, and costs $5 per person, which includes a visit to the Military History Center. For more information or to buy tickets, call (918) 794-2712 or visit the Oklahoma Military History Center, 112 N. Main St., Broken Arrow.
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Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!
Enjoy LIFE at East Side Friday Nights
Shine a Light to Honor Those Impacted by Lung Cancer
LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side, 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave., Tulsa, will open its doors, Friday, Nov. 13, for an evening of dancing and more! No matter what your skill level, you too can hit the dance floor with confidence as you follow along with ballroom dance instruction by Sunny Lile and Leland Peters at 6:30 p.m. Then, at 7 p.m., Skip Ennis will get the party started with a variety of music, including rock ‘n’ roll, country and ballroom favorites. Admission to the dance is $5, and doors open at 6:15 p.m. For those who have two left feet or simply want a change of pace, there also will be Wii bowling, cards and games, as well as a screening of the movie Big Eyes with Amy Adams. These additional activities are free. Refreshments will be available from the East Side Christian Church youth group. For more information, call (918) 744-6760.
The 7th annual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event aims to honor those impacted by lung cancer and to bring attention to the disease. With some 300 Shine a Light events taking place this November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month, these events feature a lighting of flashlights and provide hope, inspiration and support, as well as education about groundbreaking advances for survival. The Tulsa Shine a Light is free and will begin at 6 p.m., Nov. 12, at Oklahoma Heart Institute, 1200 S. Trenton Ave., Tulsa. For more information, call (918) 579-5864.
Interactive Programs Help Explore End-of-Life Issues “Dying: Can We Talk?” is a series of free public programs designed to help you discuss end-oflife issues before it’s too late. Presented by Clarehouse, a nonprofit community home for the dying, in conjunction with Tulsa City-County Library, this series will educate participants in end-oflife planning and navigating the healthcare system. The first session, “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?,” will feature awardwinning cartoonist Roz Chast speaking about her graphic memoir of the same name, which depicts her difficult journey in providing care for her elderly parents. The event will take place Oct. 27, beginning at 6:45 p.m., with a book signing to follow. The second session, “Can’t We Talk About Something Less Complicated?,” will include a physician panel discussing the current landscape of end-of-life care on a local and national level. This event will take place Nov. 3, beginning at 7 p.m. The last event, “Can’t We Talk About Something Less Personal?,” will feature a panel of individuals discussing their experiences surrounding end of life. This event will take place Nov. 10, beginning at 7 p.m., with a resource fair to follow. All events will take place at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St., Tulsa. For more information, call (918) 549-7323.
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Tulsa’s Most Famous Living Architect to Share Stories of Historic Maple Ridge Tulsa’s historic Maple Ridge District will come to life through the stories of John Brooks Walton, an Oklahoma-born architect and architectural historian. A Ponca City native turned long-time Tulsa transplant, Walton not only designed houses during his career, but also purchased and restored historic homes, including the Simpson House and Skelly Mansion. These days, Walton is an active resident of Saint Simeon’s Senior Community and was recently called “Tulsa’s most famous living architect” by the Tulsa World. Walton will share stories of how the Maple Ridge District came to be, along with photos of historic homes, during a lecture at Saint Simeon’s, 3701 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tulsa, on Nov. 7, beginning at 10 a.m. This event is free and will include a complimentary brunch. For more information and to RSVP, call (918) 749-1945 by Nov. 3.
See Tulsa Patterns (Firefly Reference), Urban Core Art Project: Tulsa’s Hidden Gem Tulsa Patterns (Firefly Reference) by James Woodfill is an urban light installation located at the Mimosa Tree-Pinnacle building, at the northeast corner of Third Street and Detroit Avenue. Only open through April 2016, this installation uses a system of battery-operated lights, powered by the sun, that flash throughout the night in random patterns generating new perceptions of urban Tulsa. As you move through this part of downtown Tulsa, the shifting light patterns will reshape your experience of place. The project, launched by Urban Core Art Project, has been endorsed by the Tulsa Arts Commission and is privately funded. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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WHERE THE SUPERSTARS COME SWEEPING DOWN THE PLAINS
FAMOUS OKIES
The below list is not exhaustive in either names or the person’s impact. Lexi Ainsworth (1992, Oklahoma City), actress on General Hospital Chet Baker (1929-1988, Yale), jazz trumpeter Skip Bayless (1951, Oklahoma City), ESPN commentator Bob Bogle (1934-2009, Wagoner), founding member of The Ventures Earl Bostic (1912-1965, Tulsa), jazz alto saxophonist William Boyd (1895-1972, Tulsa), played Hopalong Cassidy Gary Busey (born 1944, Tulsa), musician & actor Lon Chaney, Jr. (1906-1973, Oklahoma City), played “The Wolf Man” Lonny Chapman (1920-2007, Tulsa), guest starred on Matlock & The A-Team Kristin Chenoweth (1968, Broken Arrow), Tony Award-winning singer & actress Candy Clark (1947, Norman), actresses in American Graffiti Roy Clark (1933, Tulsa), country musician & host of Hee Haw Joan Crawford (1904-1977, Lawton), legendary film actress Michael Dolan (1965, Oklahoma City), actor in Biloxi Blues & Hamburger Hill Blake Edwards (1922-2010, Tulsa), director of Breakfast at Tiffany’s & The Pink Panther John Fullbright (1988, Bearden), member of The Troubadours James Garner (1928-2014, Norman), legendary film & TV star Bill Hader (1978, Tulsa), film comedian, formerly on Saturday Night Live Paul Harvey (1989-2009, Tulsa), news broadcaster for ABC Van Heflin (1910-1971, Walters), theater, radio & film actor in Shane Ron Howard (1954, Duncan), director, producer & actor Ben Johnson (1918-1996, Foraker), actor on Bonanza, stuntman & rodeo cowboy James Marsden (1973, Stillwater), actor & former model Rue McClanahan (1934-2010, Healdton), actress on Golden Girls Reba McEntire (1955, McAlester), country singer & actress Vera Miles (1929, Boise City), actress in Alfred Hitchcock films Clarence Nash (1904-1985, Watonga), voice of Donald Duck Tim Blake Nelson (1964, Tulsa), actor in O, Brother Where Art Thou? Chuck Norris (1940, Ryan), actor & martial artist Lee Pace (1979, Chickasha), actor in Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit trilogy Patti Page (1927-2013, Claremore), pop music singer Brad Pitt (1963, Shawnee), actor & producer Mary Kay Place (1947, Tulsa), actress in The Big Chill & Sweet Home Alabama Tony Randall (1920-2004, Tulsa), actor in The Odd Couple, producer & director Dale Robertson (1923-2013, Harrah), actor in TV westerns Gailard Sartain (1946, Tulsa), actor, humorist & regular on Hee Haw Neal Schon (1954, Tinker Air Force Base), lead guitarist for Journey Blake Shelton (1976, Ada), country music singer, guitarist & judge on The Voice Lauren Stamile (1976, Tulsa), actress on Grey’s Anatomy & Burn Notice Wes Studi (1947, Tahlequah), actor in Dances with Wolves & The Last of the Mohicans Maria Tallchief (1925-2013, Fairfax), America’s first major prima ballerina Jeanne Tripplehorn (1963, Tulsa), actress in The Firm & HBO’s Big Love Alfre Woodard (1952, Tulsa), stage, film & TV actress Sheb Wooley (1921-2003, Erick), best known for his song The Purple People Eater
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MOVIES FILMED IN OKLAHOMA
August: Osage County • 2013 • Starring Julia Roberts, Meryl Streep and Ewan McGregor • Filmed in Pawhuska Cowgirls ‘n Angels • 2012 • Starring James Cromwell and Bailee Madison • Filmed in Guthrie Elizabethtown • 2005 • Starring Orlando Bloom, Kirsten Dunst, Susan Sarandon Alec Baldwin and Gailard Sartain • Filmed in Anadarko The Grapes of Wrath • 1940 • Starring Henry Fonda, Jane Darwell and John Carradine • Partially filmed in McAlester In the Army Now • 1994 • Starring Pauly Shore, Lori Petty and Andy Dick • Partially filmed at Fort Sill The Killer Inside Me • 2010 • Starring Casey Affleck, Kate Hudson and Jessica Alba • Filmed in Oklahoma City, Enid, Cordell and Tulsa The Outsiders • 1983 • Starring Patrick Swayze, C. Thomas Howell, Tom Cruise, Ralph Macchio, Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, Matt Dillon and Diane Lane • Filmed in Tulsa, Skiatook and Owasso Rain Man • 1988 • Starring Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman • Partially filmed in Cogar, El Reno, Guthrie, Hinton and Oklahoma City Rumble Fish • 1983 • Starring Matt Dillon and Mickey Rourke • Filmed in Sapulpa and Tulsa
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If you don’t want to cook, but you still want a hearty Thanksgiving meal, there are a handful of places offering free meals on Thanksgiving. Before you make the trek, we recommend calling ahead for details. Also, restaurants might require a reservation. Nonprofits serve those in need. Apple Barrel Café • (918) 366-2600 15225 S. Memorial Dr., Bixby • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Apple Barrel Café • (918) 286-3300 3806 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Batman’s Good Food & Convenience Store • (918) 835-6000 1444 N. Mingo Road, Tulsa • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Serving Subway sandwiches) Duffy’s • (918) 251-3285 706 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tally’s Good Food Café • (918) 835-8039 1102 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. John 3:16 Mission • (918) 587-1186 • Nonprofit 506 N. Cheyenne Ave., Tulsa • Must attend chapel service at 5:45 p.m., dinner follows at 6:30 p.m. Oklahomans for Equality • (918) 743-4297 • Nonprofit 621 E. 4th St., Tulsa • Noon – 2 p.m. Salvation Army • (918) 582-7201 • Nonprofit 102 N. Denver Ave., Tulsa • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Iron Gate • (918) 359-9001 • Nonprofit 501 S. Cincinnati Ave., Tulsa • 8 – 10:30 a.m. For more information and additional places serving free Thanksgiving and holiday meals, call 2-1-1 and ask for the 2-1-1 Helpline Holiday Assistance Resource Guide for the greater Tulsa area.
Thanksgiving Dinner To Go
There are many places around town that offer fully-prepared Thanksgiving meals to-go. We suggest calling the restaurant as soon as possible to reserve your spread. Each restaurant will also be able to tell you about their specific menu items and pricing. If you don’t see your favorite place listed, ask them – they might prepare a tasty holiday meal for you, too! v Lambrusco’z to Go • 1344 E. 41 St., Tulsa • 114-A S. Detroit Ave., Tulsa (918) 496-1246 • www.lambruscoz.com v Boston Deli • 6231 E. 61st St., Tulsa (918) 492-4745 • www.thebostondeli.com v Freddie’s BBQ & Steakhouse • 1425 New Sapulpa Road, Sapulpa (918) 224-4301 • www.freddiesbbq.com v Petty’s Fine Foods • 1910 Utica Square, Tulsa (918) 747-8616 • www.pettysfinefoods.com/holiday-dinners/ v Cracker Barrel • 9475 N. Owasso Expressway, Owasso 7128 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa • 8008 E. 31st St., Tulsa (918) 272-3445 • (918) 447-4505 • (918) 610-0414 www.crackerbarrel.com
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LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine is looking for volunteers to serve as occasional delivery drivers for community distribution of LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services to various locations around Tulsa. For more information, call Julie Ryker at (918) 664-9000. LIFE Senior Services is looking for volunteers to help provide services to seniors and caregivers. The opportunities vary and can be based on your talents, skills, hobbies and volunteer goals. For more information and to get started volunteering with LIFE, call Julie Ryker at (918) 664-9000. St. John Medical Center is in need of “Way Finding” volunteers to assist guests and patients who may be lost. These friendly faces, strategically stationed near touch screen computers and campus maps, help patients and guests find their way to various departments of the hospital and physician offices. Volunteers should have a positive and compassionate attitude and be good with giving directions, although they also are encouraged to escort guests. Schedules are flexible and typically consist of one four-hour shift per week, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Training is provided. For more information, call (918) 744-2198. Hospice of Green Country, a nonprofit Tulsa Area United Way agency, is looking for volunteers to assist patients and their families as they cope with the challenges of terminal illness. The next free volunteer training class will take place Nov. 10 and 12 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at 1120 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa. Dinner will be provided. For more information, call (918) 747-2273. Miller Hospice is looking for volunteers in Tulsa and the surrounding areas to bring smiles to their patients who are facing a life-limiting illness. Volunteers are needed to make crafts, provide companionship, caregiver respite and office assistance. Training provided. For more information, call Sharon Arthurs at (918) 636-0822. NEATs’ (Northeast Active Timers) Adopt a Centenarian program is looking for “adopters” to be a special friend to one of 79 known centenarians in the Tulsa area. Guidelines are provided on the NEATs website at www.neatstulsa.org. For more information, call Michelle Fourroux at (918) 743-1303. Tulsa Historical Society and Museum is looking for volunteers to serve as Guardians of Tulsa’s history. As a guardian, you may be asked to pitch in by greeting visitors, serving as a docent for museum tours, or even presenting historical programs to Tulsa-area organizations, including Tulsa-area schools. Guardians have optional bi-monthly meetings, which may include informative lectures, field trips and other learning opportunities. Hours are flexible and training is provided. For details, call the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum at (918) 712-9484. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Coming to Tulsa to Receive Prestigious Helmerich Award
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hen veteran journalist turned author Rick Atkinson set out to create his epic trilogy on the U.S. Army’s role in the liberation of Europe in WWII, he was determined to have a distinctive narrative voice and bring a literary sensibility to writing about war. “[I wanted] to make that voice compelling enough and vivid enough that even people who are well read about WWII feel that they are coming to the story fresh,” said the three-time Pulitzer Prize winner in a 2013 interview. Atkinson’s zest for hard facts and literary prowess paid off as his Liberation Trilogy garnered numerous accolades and prizes, including a Pulitzer Prize for the first volume, An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa, 1942-1943, in 2003. The New York Times praised the second volume, The Day of Battle: The War in Sicily and Italy, 1943-1944, as “a triumph of narrative history, elegantly written,” while the concluding volume, The Guns at Last Light: The War in Western Europe, 1944-1945, rose to the top of The New York Times best-seller list shortly after its release in May 2013. “WWII has had a profound impact on virtually every aspect of our country, from our national evolution on issues of gender and racial equality, to our standing as an economic and military superpower,” said Atkinson, who is coming to Tulsa on Dec. 5 to receive the Tulsa Library Trust’s Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award. The son of a U.S. Army officer, Atkinson’s interest in war began as a child as he grew up on military bases in Europe and the United States. “I had an appointment to West Point, having given very little thought as a teenager to alternatives,” he said. “Not long before I was to get on the bus to report for Beast Barracks – the first summer before plebe year – I thought better of it. I saved the Army a lot of trouble.” Instead of joining the service, Atkinson decided on a different path in life, but one still rooted in the military. “When I began working at The Washington Post more than 30 years ago, the fact that I’d grown up in an Army family meant that I knew the difference between an F-16 fighter plane and an M-16 rifle,” said Atkinson, who served as a reporter, foreign correspondent and senior editor for the nationally-renowned newspaper for more than 20 years. “From the first day I started at the Post, I was often given assignments that had some military angle. It wasn’t too big a stretch to move from that sort of journalism to writing military history.” During his prestigious journalism career, Atkinson covered war firsthand in Kuwait, Bosnia, Somalia, Afghanistan and Iraq. He also wrote about a thousand other topics, ranging from politics and crime to sports and 34
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European culture. He won his first Pulitzer Prize in 1982 for national reporting and his second in 1999 when The Washington Post was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for public service for a series of investigative articles directed and edited by Atkinson on shootings by the District of Columbia police department. Currently, Atkinson is working on a military narrative on the American Revolution. “There are certainly some figures from the 18th century I’d like to interrogate: Washington, Nathaniel Greene, Henry Knox the Howe brothers,” he said. “I spent 15 years writing about various leaders in the Mediterranean and European theaters in WWII, and I’m sorry not to have had the chance to know some of them personally, from Eisenhower and Patton to Bernard Montgomery and Erwin Rommel.” by Jackie Hill, Publications Manager, Tulsa City-County Library
PEGGY V. HELMERICH DISTINGUISHED AUTHOR SERIES
Honoring Rick Atkinson
Books Sandwiched In: A Rick Atkinson Sampler Nov. 23 ● 12:10-12:50 p.m. Oklahoma Methodist Manor, Fleming Center, 4134 E. 31st St., Tulsa Free Public Presentation Featuring Rick Atkinson Dec. 5 • 10:30 a.m. Hardesty Regional Library, Connor’s Cove, 8316 E. 93rd St., Tulsa Visit http://helmerichaward.org for related events and more information.
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There’s More Fun to Come!
Green Country doesn’t lack entertainment options, but that doesn’t mean we don’t deserve more, right?
1. A Gathering Place For Tulsa With a scheduled completion date of late 2017, this public recreational area is already the talk of the town. While its construction is currently the bane of midtown Tulsa’s existence, A Gathering Place will soon offer Tulsans an attractive blend of nature and urban amenities, featuring spaces called The Great Lawn, Blair Pond, The Lodge, Boathouse, Mist Mountain, Sky Garden and Rocky Beach. 2. M argaritaville at River Spirit While you can already enjoy the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar, you will have to wait another year to fully soak in the $335 million expansion’s beachy vibes. When it’s complete, you will be able to lounge around the Margaritaville Casino, additional restaurants, theater and hotel tower.
3. O utlet Malls After months of backlash concerning one mall’s initial proposed site near Turkey Mountain, Simon Premium Outlets settled on a location in Jenks (south side of the Creek Turnpike, west of the Arkansas River). Simon’s outlet mall is set to open in summer 2017. Cherokee Nation’s Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa also has an outlet mall and a unique entertainment and dining area called The District in the works. The project is expected to be completed late next year. And if two outlets malls weren’t enough, there’s another one – Outlet Shoppes at Tulsa – in the mix. This east Tulsa mall could be finished as early as 2017.
4. T ulsa Botanic Garden With the A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Floral Terraces recent opening in October, the Tulsa Botanic Garden is a great place to delight in the wonder of nature. The Terraces are only the first of four garden projects from the master plan. The Children’s Discovery Garden is expected to open May 2016, followed by a Lotus Pool and an All Season’s Garden. Also in spring 2016, the Floral Terraces’ garden will include nearly 100,000 bulbs.
5. O KPOP Museum Earlier this year, Gov. Mary Fallin signed a bill to build a museum dedicated to Oklahoma’s popular culture in Tulsa’s Brady Arts District. The OKPOP Museum will house artifacts, film, video and audio recordings that reflect Oklahoma’s national and international pop culture influence. An estimated date of completion hasn’t been set.
6. Route 66 Experience In the planning stages for more than a decade, the Route 66 Experience museum now has a tentative groundbreaking date of summer 2016, with hopes of being open in 2018. The museum will be located at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Southwest Boulevard, and will offer Tulsans and tourists an interactive, themed experience complete with restaurants and shops.
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7. FlyingTee Said to be a sophisticated and interactive high-tech golf, dining and entertainment venue, FlyingTee is expected to open at Riverwalk Crossing in Jenks in early 2016. Whether you’re a golf pro or have never swung a club in your life, FlyingTee will offer activities for all skill levels. If you aren’t keen on golf, simply relax and take in the downtown Tulsa skyline views.
8. Santa Fe Square Part office, retail, living space, Santa Fe Square is planned to take up two downtown Tulsa blocks surrounded by First and Second Streets and Elgin and Greenwood Avenues. The site will have a hotel, along with a bar, restaurant and a retail arcade. The Square is scheduled to open in late 2017.
9. The Boxyard While “tiny homes” are all the rage, so too are tiny stores. The Boxyard, which will feature a variety of restaurants and shops housed in real shipping containers, is expected to open in downtown Tulsa in 2016.
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Festivals, Markets More Images of Impact: Service Learning in Nicaragua Photo & narrative exhibition November 2 – 30 • Free TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7339 Will Rogers Days November 4 – 7 • Times vary • Free Will Rogers Memorial Museum 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd. • Claremore (918) 341-0719 • www.willrogers.com Dripping Springs Rendezvous Featuring 1800s period demonstrations & more November 5 – 7 • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily • $1 Dripping Springs State Park 16830 Dripping Springs Rd. Okmulgee • (918) 756-5971 Nanyehi, The Story of Nancy Ward November 5 – 7 • 7:30 p.m. daily • $15 $10 with CDIB card The Joint at Hard Rock 777 W. Cherokee St. • Catoosa (918) 384-7625 TCC Metro Lecture Series: Featuring Ruth Abram, founder of the Lower East Side Tenement Museum in NYC November 5 • 7 p.m. • Free TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7339 Stillwater Chamber Singers Presented by Evenings at the Bernsen November 6 • 7:30 p.m. • $10 Bernsen Center, Great Hall 700 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 388-4720 • www.firstchurchtulsa.org Wings Over Tulsa & Big Band Hangar Dance Featuring flight simulator, vintage canteen, WWII newsreel, radio broadcast & more November 7 • 6 – 11 p.m. $45 pre-sale • $60 at door Tulsa Tech 801 E. 91st St. • Tulsa (918) 381-0805
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To submit a calendar item, please contact Associate Editor Kaylee Campbell at kcampbell@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000, ext. 272. TCC Signature Symphony Interactive Open Rehearsal November 12 • 6:30 – 8 p.m. • Free VanTrease Performing Arts Center 10300 E. 81st St. • Tulsa (918) 595-7777
I Can’t Write Memoirs Workshop With Sara Stecher November 9 • Noon – 12:45 p.m. • Free TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7143
Holiday Mart Benefiting Center Member Artists November 21 • 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Free The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 584-8607 • www.tulsacenter.org
Drawing on Memories November 10 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Gilcrease Museum 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd. • Tulsa (800) 272-3900
Friday Night Opry Branson style show, featuring classic country & gospel music Fridays • 6:45 – 9 p.m. • $6 St. Marks Methodist Church, Activity Bldg. 10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 258-1072
Classes Meetings I Can’t Songwrite Workshop With the Woody Guthrie Center November 2 • Noon – 12:45 p.m. • Free TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7143 Alzheimer’s Basics Workshop November 3 • 10 – 11 a.m. • Free TCC Conference Center 6111 E. Skelly Dr., Rm. 211 • Tulsa (800) 272-3900 Open Studio for Adult Artists Amateur painters, drawers & sculptors Facilitated by artist Louise Higgs Bring your own supplies November 3 & 17 • 4 – 7 p.m. • Free Zarrow Center 124 E. M.B. Brady St. • Tulsa (918) 596-2700 • www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu Radical Home Economics: Bread Making 101 November 7 • 10 – 11 a.m. • Free Owasso Library 103 W. Broadway St. • Owasso (918) 549-7624
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NEATs Gathering: Celebrating Veterans Presentation by Brig. Gen. Ed Wheeler November 11 • 10:30 a.m. $10 • Catered luncheon Yale Avenue Christian Church 3616 S. Yale Ave. • Tulsa RSVP • (918) 743-1303 www.neatstulsa.org I Can’t Use Mixed Media Workshop With Gilcrease Museum November 16 • Noon – 12:45 p.m. • Free TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7143 Exploring Your Family History Presented by the Tulsa Genealogical Society November 16 • 6 p.m. • Free TCCL Literacy Outreach Center 2901 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa www.tulsagenealogy.org Drawing on Memories November 17 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (800) 272-3900 Tulsa Metro Retired Educators Presenting: Little Known Happenings in Oklahoma’s History November 17 • 10 a.m. • Free TPS Education Service Center 3027 S. New Haven Ave. • Tulsa (918) 369-2617 Living with Alzheimer’s Disease: For Late Stage Caregivers November 19 • 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. • Free Asbury United Methodist Church 6767 S. Mingo Rd., Rm. 2820 • Tulsa (800) 272-3900
Drawing on Memories November 20 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free WaterWorks Art Center 1710 Charles Page Blvd. • Tulsa (800) 272-3900 Book Your Own Travel Online November 21 • 10 – 11 a.m. • Free Hardesty Regional Library 8316 E. 93rd St. • Tulsa (918) 549-7550 ACBL Duplicate Sanctioned Bridge Mondays & Wednesdays • 11 a.m. Broken Arrow Seniors, Inc. 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 355-6652 Seniors on the Go: Fun, Food & Fellowship Tuesdays & Fridays • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Jenks Senior Citizens, Inc. 211 N. Elm St. • Jenks (918) 299-1700 Alzheimer’s Disease: Understanding, Getting Help & God’s Healing Power Presented by Jackie Lenzy, BS, BA, CDP Wednesdays • 5:30 p.m. • Free Victory Christian Center 7700 S. Lewis Ave., Rm. 234 • Tulsa (918) 510-6062 Single Seniors 60+ Join for lunch, visiting & cards Wednesdays • 11:30 a.m. Buffet Palace 10934 E. 21st St. • Tulsa (918) 371-4367 or (918) 341-3375 Ukulele Class Bring your own ukulele, beginners welcome Wednesdays • Noon – 2 p.m. Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 259-8377 Turkish Cooking Class Full meal served at end of class Saturdays • 3 – 5 p.m. • $10 Turkish Cultural Center 4444 W. Houston St. • Broken Arrow RSVP • (918) 812-7648 www.turkishhouse.org
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Support Groups LIFE’s Caregiver Support Groups (918) 664-9000 Respite provided • Free LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Broken Arrow November 12 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central November 5 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free November 19 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North November 17 • 5 – 6 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa Faith Based Approach to Alzheimer’s Presented by Jackie Lenzy, BS, BA, CDP November 7 • 11 a.m. • Free Victory Christian Center 7700 S. Lewis Ave., Rm. 234 • Tulsa (918) 510-6062
Tulsa Swingdance Club Featuring lessons in country two-step, East & West coast swing Sundays • Start times vary $5 club members • $7 nonmembers The ClubHouse 2735 S. Memorial Dr. • Tulsa (918) 557-1699 Tulsa Swingdance Club West Coast Swing Lessons Wednesdays • Start times vary Free Elks members • $5 nonmembers Tulsa Elks Lodge 5335 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa (918) 557-1699 Line Dancing Class Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. • Free University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 298-3480
Grief Support Group November 9 • 6 p.m. • Free Hometown Hospice 804 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-6441
Round Up Boys Dance Mondays • 6:30 p.m. • $5 Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 607-3600
Tulsa Hearing Helpers Support Group For people who have lost hearing later in life November 12 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. • Free Total Source for Hearing-loss and Access 8740 E. 11th St. • Tulsa (918) 832-8742 • www.tsha.cc
Clog Dancing Lessons Presented by Turtle Creek Cloggers Mondays • 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. Thursdays • 6 – 8:30 p.m. LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 627-0067
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group Dinner provided November 19 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free Saint Simeon’s 3701 MLK Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa RSVP by Nov. 16 • (918) 794-1945
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Grief Journey Group Tuesdays • 2 – 3:30 p.m. • Free Tuesdays • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 200 • Tulsa (918) 587-1200 • www.thegriefcenter.org
Dancing Lake Keystone Square Dance Club November 6 & 20 • 7:30 p.m. • $3 Mannford Community Center 101 Green Valley Park Rd. • Mannford (918) 865-2846 Belles & Beaus Square Dance Club November 10 & 17 Workshop 7 p.m. • Dance 7:30 p.m. St. Marks Methodist Church 10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-7277 Melodies & Memories November 21 • 2 – 4 p.m. • Free First Christian Church of Jenks 308 E. Main St. • Jenks (918) 299-7381
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Parkinson’s Swim For individuals with Parkinson’s & their loved ones November 17 • 3 – 4 p.m. • Free Saint Simeon’s Wellness Center 3701 MLK Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa RSVP by Nov. 13 • (918) 794-1945 Seated Yoga with Lucy Weberling Wednesdays • 2 – 2:45 p.m. Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living 7220 S. Yale Ave. • Tulsa (918) 633-8890 Exercise Class Designed for Older Adults Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Beginners Tai Ji Quan Moving for Better Balance Tuesdays & Thursdays 2 – 3 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903
LIFE EDU Senior & Caregiver Community Education Free Eye Screenings – TRIAD Eye Clinic Tuesday, November 10 • 11 a.m. LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster • 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa Free • (918) 749-2626 LaFortune Series: Tulsa’s Historic Movie Theaters Follow the rise and fall of Tulsa’s glamorous movie theater history through photos and commentary showcasing over 26 theaters, including the Orpheum, Ritz and Delman. Wednesday, November 11 • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. LaFortune Recreation Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000 Communication Strategies for Dementia Communicating with loved ones who have Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be difficult. This seminar will introduce and discuss effective strategies for communicating with persons with dementia. Tuesday, November 17 • 1:30 – 3 p.m. LIFE’s Adult Day Health Broken Arrow 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000 Caregiving 101 Caregiving can be overwhelming. This seminar will help ease caregiving tension by teaching participants about the care-world vocabulary, community resources, living options, legal documents and strategies for support and self-care. Seasoned caregivers welcome. Tuesday, November 24 • 1 – 2 p.m. LIFE’s Adult Day Health Broken Arrow 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000 Medicare Part D Assistance Clinics The Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services is offering free Medicare Part D Plan Comparison and Enrollment Assistance Clinics through Dec. 7. Now – December 7 • Appointments Required LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000
LIFE’S SENIOR CENTERS With two locations in midtown Tulsa, LIFE’s Senior Centers offer a combination of social, creative, educational, and fitness and health activities for adults age 50 and older. The centers are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and membership is only $25 per year. To discover all that LIFE has to offer, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 or visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/seniorcenters. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine | November 2015
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Brookdale Broken Arrow resident Paul Bavousette was the recipient of Brookdale’s A handful of adventurous University Village Wishes of a Lifetime program. With help from Nylen and Ralph, both WWII veterans and members residents were treated to a “mystery trip” to of Jenks Senior Citizens, enjoyed the group’s trip to the Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery shop, where they the Oklahoma Soaring Association, Paul’s lifelong wish of learning to fly a glider was Tulsa Air and Space Museum. tried free samples and took some yummy granted. Johnny J., his daughter and son-in-law goodies home. with the Quilt of Valor that Aberdeen Heights resident Fern and her niece Nancy made and presented him.
Broadmoor Retirement Community resident Maxine Benge models her stylish specs. Just goes to show that you can be stylish at any age. Lookin’ good, Maxine!
This past August, a handful of Country Club residents soaked up the last bit of sunshine with the Club’s summer pool aerobics class.
Woodland Terrace resident Tom E. and guest Tommy K. join hundreds of other guests at Woodland Terrace’s annual Fourth of July celebration.
Country Club of Woodland Hills residents had a great and entertaining afternoon at the 6th annual talent and variety show. Pictured is a resident doing a demonstration of Indian sign language to the Lord’s Prayer.
Ruby and Ralph, dedicated members of Jenks Senior Citizens, loaded up on juicy Porter Peaches. The trip to the Porter orchard has become so popular, Coordinator Terri Kingsley had to schedule two trips this year.
RSVP’s Airport Ambassadors Program celebrated 20 years of service at a special luncheon at the Mayo Hotel on July 8, 2015. Pictured are current and past Ambassadors, Tulsa International Airport staff and RSVP executive director Karen Dills.
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|| classifieds || travel time charge. Senior and caregiver discount. Plumbing service and repair our specialty. Honest, professional service you can count on. Lic. # 82750. (918) 355-4747. Burton Painting and Floors Specializing in all aspects of exterior and interior home painting. Staining, sealing, and painting faux finishes. Decks, fences, cabinets and floors. Free estimates. 25+ years of experience. Reliable, courteous, professional service. Fully insured. (918) 378-2858. Contracting for Seniors by Van Repairs, painting, remodeling, some plumbing and electrical, small jobs. Special needs: grab bars, ramps, hand rails, door alterations to accommodate wheelchairs, handicap fixtures. Working with individuals, families, seniors, businesses since 1987. We function with integrity, with special concerns for seniors. Free estimates, insured. (918) 636-6849. Dave’s Heat and Air, Inc. Licensed, insured, and bonded. Honest and reliable service for over 30 years. Competitive rates. Specializing in heating and air conditioning service and repair. All makes and models. Residential and light commercial. Tulsa metro area. Familyowned and operated. (918) 437-8101. Doorman Door Service of Tulsa Thinking about replacing your windows? Call us first, glass replacement may be a better option. The Doorman provides service and installation for doors, windows and siding. We offer a senior and military discount. Financing is available and we accept all major credit cards. Visit us at www.tulsadoorman.com. (918) 430-4398. Freedom Electrical Services Do you need outlets, ceiling fans or lights hung? Freedom Electrical Services provides quality workmanship. For all your electrical needs, call (918) 216-1846. Handyman/Painter Minor house work & repairs such as plumbing: leaky faucets, install new faucet & hardware. Electrical: replace bad light switches, or receptacle (wall plug ins) fix old light fixtures install new fixtures & ceiling fans, wood staining, furniture repair, interior /exterior home painting and repairs on walls or ceiling. Call David at (918) 346-3774. Hutson’s Handyman Service Carpentry. Painting. Home repair. Basic plumbing. Sheet rock – new and repair. Storm doors and windows. Install ceiling fans. Clean and repair rain guttering. $15 service call charge. $35/hour. 10% senior discount. What do you need done? Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 835-8205 or (918) 645-5761. Same Day Services Light Hauling /Light Moving - help you rearrange room furniture, lawns-grass mowing/small paint jobs/cleanup/ fence repair/installation of wireless security system on doors/winwdows - We are honest dependable. References. Call (918) 313-5230. Z&J Remodeling No job is too big or small. Painting, carpentry work, roofing, room additions, Continued
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decks, sheet rock, carpet & carpet repairs, storm damage repairs and more. Free estimates and insured. (918) 629-1903.
HOUSE CLEANING Housekeeper Available Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly. Thorough and Honest. Integrity at work yesterday, today and tomorrow. 15 years experience. Adjustable fee according to situation. References Available. Call (918) 282-1617. Michelle’s Housecleaning 17 years’ experience. Excellent references. Will clean residential and move-outs, also. (918) 312-2282.
LEGAL Full-Service Estate Planning Law Firm Trusts, Wills, Gift and Tax Planning, Powers of Attorneys and more! With offices in Sand Springs and Tulsa. Discount to Veterans and Retired Teachers. Willing to meet you in your place for no extra charge! Call Penni of the Skillern Law Firm at (918) 805-2511. www.skillernlaw.com
OIL AND GAS Mineral, Oil/Gas Interests Want to purchase minerals and oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO, 80201. PERSONAL ASSISTANCE AAA+ Personal Assistant Specialists Absolutely the best physical, mental and emotional needs care giving for yourself or loved one. Professional, discreet and dependable. No revolving door of people in your home. Meal planning, shopping and preparation. Transportation, travel companion or business assistant. We can fit your needs. Call Carol (918) 430-6448. Accomplished Help at Home Former owner and administrator of Oklahoma state licensed facility. Help in home management coordinating your needs. Cooking, light housekeeping, transportation to doctors’ appointments. I value your dignity with respect. Excellent references. Adjustable fee according to situation. (918) 728-5489 or (918) 270-1671. Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Secretarial and administrative tasks, project manager assignments, running errands, grocery/personal shopping, take to beauty shop, take to medical appointments, organizing home/office, housecheck, handle healthcare and medical insurance paperwork. Call Bobbi Warshaw, MPH, or Bob Warshaw, MBA, at (918) 747-3807. Website: www.errands-to-go.com, Email: bobbi.warshaw@att.net. Busy Bee Services Let me make your life easier! I will run errands, take you to appointments, shop for you or take you shopping. I do pet sitting and house sitting, along with companion care and light housekeeping. Rates and references furnished upon request. Call Beverly at (918) 851-0567. B.keeley@me.com.
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Financial Organizer Are you overwhelmed handling monthly finances (paying bills, balancing your checkbook, organization) for yourself or a loved one? I can help! I create customized systems that fit your needs, either for set up only or ongoing monthly. Call me to discuss the options available. Essential Strategy Consulting, LLC. Gwen Stevens (918) 557-5259. Mail Stacking Up? Do you have trouble seeing to write checks? No family close by to help? Confused about your income or expenses? I will pay your bills, setup deposits, correspond with insurers, accountants, bankers, doctors, brokers and creditors. Organize information for your taxes. Monitor all accounts for fraud. Notarize your legal papers. Bonded and insured. FREE initial consultation. Senior Money Manager - Call Sherry (918) 625-2001. Mary’s Errands/Senior Services Tulsa I do personal errands such as: deliver your groceries, pharmacy pick-ups, post office, pet care, escort to appointments/activities, dry cleaning, Wal-Mart runs, meal delivery, and more! If you don’t see what you need listed call me! Mary 1-(918) 791-3770, text or email: maryehayes@att.net
PERSONAL SAFETY EARS Emergency Alert Response Systems. Enjoy living at home while we listen for your safety with our quality personal medical alarm and monitoring service. Affordable with no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or toll-free (877) 885-3277. HALO Medical Alarms HALO provides emergency response throughout Oklahoma with an office in Tulsa. Let a HALO medical alarm provide you with the confidence and security to live independently in your own home, where you are most comfortable. Call (918) 392-0566 or (877) 747-HALO (4256). www.halomedicalalarms.com
PERSONAL SERVICES Affordable Hairstyling In-Home or Shop Transportation and home service available for your hairstyling needs. I will come to you at the hospital, rehab or nursing home. A Mane Event hairstyling is for the entire family. 35 years experience. Senior specials for haircuts, perms and color. In-shop special: Haircut $7 for first time customers in shop ONLY. Tuesday through Saturday. Near 11th and Yale at 937 South Canton Ave. (918) 834-2686. Darlene’s Salon Services Hair care for men and women, specializing in senior clients. Wet sets, blow drying, back combing, perms, colors, and cuts. Manicures and pedicures available. This month’s special: haircut OR shampoo and set for $12. First time clients only with this ad. Come see us at Highland Plaza, 5661 E. 41st St. (Corner of 41st and Hudson). (918) 742-3440.
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Detlef’s Master American European Hair Design Established 1964. Precision cuts, color corrections, perms by design from sensible to sensational. Former owner of Elizabeth Arden Red Door Miss Jackson’s Salon and Coiffures Continental Salon. Catering to classy and mature styles for ladies and gentlemen. Monday – Saturday. Call (918) 663-8779. 4833 South Sheridan, Suite 405A in Fountain Plaza. By appointment only. In-Home Beauty Services of Tulsa We provide beauty services to our clients who are unable to leave their home, disabled, hospice care or independent living. We offer full beauty service for men and women in Tulsa and surrounding areas. Our services include: shampoo & sets, haircuts, perms, manicures. pedicures. Licensed and Insured. Visit our website www.inhomebeautyservicesoftulsa.com. Call (918) 630-6274.
PET SERVICES Cat Boarding Going out of town and need someone to care for your cats? The Kat Shack offers a calm and peaceful place for your cats to stay: no cages, no dogs, and lots of love. 23 years animal experience. (918) 364-cats (2287). www.thekatshack.com. REAL ESTATE Residential Home Sales Thinking of selling your home to move to a senior supportive environment? Perhaps to move in with an adult son or daughter who can help assist with your needs? Get the specialized attention you deserve by contacting Jay Workman with Coldwell Banker Select today for a free consultation. Email jayworkmanrealtor@gmail.com or call (918) 734-2004. SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP Single Seniors (60+) Are you over 60, single, divorced or widowed? We are a fun loving group of single seniors over 60. We meet every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Buffet Palace, 10934 East 21st Street. We eat at 11:30 have a short meeting and then play cards. Join us for great fun and fellowship. Questions, call Bob at (918) 371-4367 or Nancy at (918) 341-3375. TRAVEL Affordable Motorcoach Tours 2015 Branson Holiday- Dec 1st, 2nd and 3rd: 5 shows $310. 2016: April 3-10 Caribbean Cruise. May 11-19 New York, Statue of Liberty and 911 Museum: $975. September 12-22 Boston, Salem and Cape Ann: $1,039. Deposits are $75 each. Junkets by Jill Travel (918) 4079031. www.Junketsbyjill.com Adventures on Route 66 Take a short 3 hour tour of Tulsa’s Route 66 with the granddaughter of Cy Avery, the father of Route 66. Each tour (you will be the driver) will be planned around your interests - monuments, cemetery, 11th Street Bridge, etc. Plus I’ll provide you with an illustrated history of Mr. Avery. Call Joy Avery (918) 813-0325.
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Vintage Friends In appreciation of contributions to LIFE Senior Services received in September 2015. We sincerely apologize for any error or omission. If there is an error, please call Carrie Bowen at (918) 664-9000.
TRANSPORTATION Call Patricia! Need a go-fer to run errands, take you to an appointment or grocery shopping? Need someone to take you to hair appointments, the pharmacy, make deliveries? Need someone to stay with you during an outpatient medical procedure? Also, available as a driver/companion for traveling; rates negotiable. Call Patricia! (918) 437-3456 or (918) 855-2302.
Anonymous Charlene Ashley Mary Jane Bittick Gary R. Ferris Sr. Founders of Doctors’ Hospital, Inc. Francine Gates Darrell and Lois Gordon Margaret Halter Grace V. Hargis Steve Higgins and Linda Strong Janice Hughes Jean Jolly Judith A. Jones Alison Langford Susan M. Oliver George and Sally McCoy Yvonne F. McCrery Fran Pace Sheila Powers Georgia Ray Mary L. Saddoris Julia Sanders Bobby D. Sayre Church of St. Mary Catherine Tatum Steve and Melissa Worden
My Driver Transportation Service Let me do the driving. To and from work, airport, shopping, errands, post office, appointments. Also, LIFT VAN transportation available. Able to assist getting to and from bed. Senior sitting. Also, small breed dog boarding. 20 years experience. CLEET certified and licensed. References. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929. Travel Made Easy Motor home with lift and driver available for short in-state or long out-of-state trips. Seats 6 comfortably. Cross country patient transfer or sightseeing. Also available for rent: powerchair for shopping, hospital visits, etc. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929.
In Honor of In Honor of Current LSS Board Members Beverly K. Smith In Honor of Clarence Pleake Anna Doris Pleake In Honor of John Swift Virginia Swift
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES New Century Hospice Welcomes Volunteers! Have an iPad or laptop that you can use to share “the world” with a patient needing companionship? In Tulsa, Bixby & Mannford areas. Enjoy parties? We need birthday cards mailed, cupcakes delivered, and holidays celebrated on time! Call Debra at (918) 493-4930.
In Memory of In Memory of Our Parents Donald and Martha Blair
WINDOW CLEANING Tyson Window Cleaning I clean windows, chandeliers and mirrors. Need help cleaning for holidays? Company coming? I clean houses, one time or regularly. I also do construction clean-up, clean move-ins and clean move-outs. Will help pack and unpack your move. Satisfaction guranteed, experienced, insured, senior discount, affordable rates. (918) 408-1353.
In Memory of George Breidenbach Marjorie Breidenbach In Memory of Theresa Ann Finck Theresa M. Finck and Mary Ann Finck In Memory of Robert A. Glass Leslie Edwards In Memory of Marty Grossbard Frieda Grossbard In Memory of Randy Jarvis Sherry and Frank Marcum In Memory of Dorothy Martin Gerry M. Jones In Memory of Helen Meyer Edwin W. Meyer In Memory of Jack C. Owens Kathryn L. Owens In Memory of Jim Palecek Carol J. Palecek In Memory of Thelma Showman Bob and Pat Graf In Memory of Louise Smith Louis G. Smith About LIFE Senior Services
LIFE Senior Services is a recognized leader in aging services and an acknowledged voice on aging issues and is proud to be a nonprofit United Way organization. If you would like to make a donation in support of LIFE Senior Services, please mail your contribution to: LIFE Senior Services 5950 E. 31st St. Tulsa, OK 74135-5114 Make your donation securely online: www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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