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Oklahoma City: The Newest Frontier

KEY Cover Feature: National Cowboy Museum

City Sources

What to See & Do

KEY Editor’s Pick: Bolero

Entertainment Districts

Calendar of Events

KEY Exhibition: Museum of Art

KEY Night Life: Coyote Ugly

Dining Guide

KEY Dining: Cattlemen’s Steakhouse

Clubs and Entertainment

KEY Shopping: Cross Bar Gallery

KEY Editor’s Pick: Bricktown Winery

Oklahoma City Map

Downtown Map

Shopping

We hope you enjoy your stay in our wonderful city. OklahomaCity is rich with visitor opportunities, offering a variety of attractionsand entertainment activities, and has a small-town flavor while offering

the benefits of a large metropolitan city. You can experience first-class cultural programs of music, theater and dance, as well as museums and galleries. These,combined with our excellent shopping, hotels and restaurants, will create an unforgettable visit to Oklahoma City.

I am pleased that you have chosen to visit Oklahoma City and let KEY Magazinebe your guide. KEY Magazine is a comprehensive guide to events and attractionsand provides helpful information about tourist sites, restaurants, and places to shop.

I am sure that you will enjoy our unique brand of western hospitality and ourfriendly people!

Sincerely,

Mick Cornett, Mayor

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Vol. 64 • September 2009 • No. 7Established 1947

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OKLAHOMA CITY

®

Oklahoma CityThe Newest Frontier

Oklahoma City is a surprise to many visitorsand newcomers, with allthe friendliness of a smalltown and the amenities ofour nation’s biggest cities.And with over fifty attractions, museums andother activities, visitorswill never be at a loss forfun things to see and do.

Oklahoma City was bornin a single day - April 22,1889. Just a little over acentury ago, the site ofOklahoma City was agrass-and-timbered land ofgently rolling hills flatten-ing out into prairie in thewest. In just over 100years, this collection oftents grew to a metropolitan city thatsprawls across 625 squaremiles of America's heart-land. Its metro populationnumbers over a million - athird of the entire state’spopulation.

ABOUT OUR PAST…

Oklahoma’s written historybegan in 1541 whenSpanish explorerCoronado venturedthrough this area. At thattime, it was the home ofthe Plains Indian tribes,such as the Osage, Kiowa,Apache and Comanche. In1803, Oklahoma was soldto the U.S. as part of theLouisiana Purchase.

In the 1830s, the federalgovernment forced theFive Civilized Tribes toleave their homelands.These tribes were living inthe southeastern part of theU.S. They had to walk toOklahoma over a trail thatbecame known as the“Trail of Tears.” Manymen, women and childrendied during this long andtreacherous trip. Oncethese people settled here,Oklahoma became IndianTerritory.

Cowboys began theirhistory on the Texas plains.Texas ranchers found theyhad large supplies of beefwith no place to sell it. TheEast Coast needed beef. Tomeet that demand, Texasranchers had to move theircattle to the closest rail-roads, which were inKansas. The ChisholmTrail and other cattle routeswere made throughOklahoma between 1866and 1889. While travelingthrough Oklahoma, theranchers realized the territory wasnot only closer to the rail-roads, but a good locationfor raising cattle as well.There was one parcel ofland that was never givenover to any Indian tribe -the Unassigned Lands. Inthe 1880s, many frontierAmericans wanted to moveinto this land. Soon, land-less pioneers began slip-ping over into this areawithout authorization.These were the “Boomers,”who were trying to forcethe government into open-ing the territory up tohomesteaders.

President Benjamin

Harrison signed legislation

that opened up the

Unassigned Lands and on

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April 22, 1889, about

50,000 homesteaders

gathered at the boundaries.

At noon, the cannon

roared, and the hordes of

people streamed over the

line on wagons and

buckboards, horseback, on

foot and even on bicycles

into the two million acres

of land, made their claims

and, overnight, Oklahoma

City grew out of the

plains. The settlers who

entered to claim land

before the official start of

the land run were called

Sooners. Hence the state’s

nickname. On November

16, 1907, the Oklahoma

Territory and Indian

Territory joined, and

Oklahoma became the

46th state.

OKLAHOMA CITY

TODAY

The pioneer zeal of those

early settlers is just as evi-

dent in the Oklahoma City

of today. The western spir-

it that helped found

Oklahoma City is apparent

everywhere you go.

Oklahomans are just as

likely to be wearing boots

and a cowboy hat as they

are a suit and tie.

Magnificent attractions

like the National Cowboy

and Western Heritage

Museum, Remington Park

Race Track, Frontier City

Theme Park, and the Red

Earth Indian Center all

reflect the strong ties this

area has with its western

heritage.

In the early 1990s, the

leaders of Oklahoma City

were faced with a

decision: to compete or

retreat. The decision was

made to compete and the

city launched a visionary

project -- one that would

change the face of

Oklahoma City forever.

That plan was

Metropolitan Area Projects

(MAPS), an ambitious

program that is one of the

most aggressive and

successful public-private

partnerships ever under-

taken in the U.S. The

current amount being

spent in this public/private

partnership exceeds

$1 billion.

DID YOU KNOW?

The world’s first installed

parking meter was in

Oklahoma City, on July 16,

1935. Carl C. Magee, of

Oklahoma City, is general-

ly credited with originating

the parking meter. He filed

for a patent for a “coin con-

trolled parking meter” on

May 13, 1935.

Above:

Cowboys and Rodeo are

center stage each January at

the International Finals

Rodeo.

Left:

City Church

Opposite Page:

Metro Transit Trolley;

Bricktown Ballpark.

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As a result of that vision,

visitors can now enjoy a

multitude of new attrac-

tions and entertainment

options. The 15,000-seat

AT&T Bricktown

Ballpark is home to the

Oklahoma RedHawks, the

Texas Rangers Triple A

affiliate, and has been

named one of the nation's

top two minor league base-

ball facilities. Our profes-

sional ice hockey team, the

Blazers, attracts record

crowds with its fast-paced,

pulse-pounding action in

the Ford Center. The Ford

Center, a new 20,000-seat

sports arena, has proven to

be an ideal location for

hockey, basketball and

concerts.

The Bricktown Canal

extends through the

Bricktown entertainment

district -- just east of

downtown, past the

Ballpark to the Canadian

River. The river is being

transformed into a seven-

mile-long series of river

lakes bordered by

landscaped areas, trails

and recreational facilities.

Work on this $23 million

project will continue

through 2009. Shops,

restaurants and entertain-

ment, hiking and biking

trails, and park areas are

part of this developing

area.

A multi-million dollar

facelift and renovation of

the Cox Convention

Center has added new

meeting rooms and lobby

areas, along with a

remodeled exterior and

exhibit space. The renova-

tion of the Civic Center

Music Hall, an historic art

deco building, is now the

premier performing arts

venue in the Southwest.

A new trolley system, the

Oklahoma Spirit, covers a

three-mile area and loops

through downtown with an

additional segment of the

trolley system linking the

Meridian area hotels, state

fairgrounds an Stockyards

area with downtown and

Bricktown. The unique

streetcars offer continuous

service six days a week.

Oklahoma City isn't

lacking in entertainment

options, either. The

Oklahoma City

Philharmonic Orchestra,

Ballet Oklahoma, and

Broadway shows at Lyric

Theatre and the Civic

Center are just the

beginning. Beautiful lakes,

parks and some of the

nation's best golf courses

and tennis facilities also await

the outdoor enthusiast.

Welcome to the new Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City KEY • September 2009 9

At the National Cowboy & Western HeritageMuseum in Oklahoma City, there is no shortageof things Western any time of the year.September 2009 is a stand-out example withspecial exhibitions bookending the month andadded treats in between.

The Museum will open the exhibition “TheJackie Coles Collection: Selected Works” onSeptember 5 and close its Prix de WestInvitational Art Exhibition and Sale afterSeptember 7. That’s followed by the openingof the American Indian art show “Bonita WaWa Calachaw Nuñez: Selected Works” onSeptember 19 and the Traditional CowboyArts Association (TCAA) 11th AnnualExhibition and Sale, September 26. Thediversity and magnitude of these exhibitsmakes it an especially attractive time to visit.

First on the docket is “The Jackie ColesCollection: Selected Works.” Drawn from asignificant gift of art in memory of Jackie Colesof Oklahoma City, this exhibition is back foran encore showing that begins September 5.The display includes 47 works of art thatrecently have become part of the NationalCowboy Museum’s permanent collection.

The Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibitionand Sale is the Museum’s annual block-buster show of contemporary Western art.

The 2009 editionruns through Labor Day, Monday, September 7,and includes a record 343 Western paintingsand sculptures by 108 of the finest contemporaryWestern artists in the nation.

Exhibiting artists bring a diversity of stylesto this prestigious exhibition. Works rangefrom historical pieces that reflect the earlydays of the West, to more contemporary andimpressionist works of art. Landscapes,wildlife and illustrative scenes are alwayshighlighted in the exhibition. Many worksremain available for purchase.

Both the Jackie Coles and Prix de Westexhibitions can be enjoyed during the Bank ofAmerica Museums on Us® Weekend,September 5-6. The Museum welcomes Bankof America customers taking advantage ofMuseums on Us® the first full weekend ofevery month. Any ATM, credit or check cardfrom Bank of America provides free generaladmission for the cardholder. For more details

visit, For more details visit, http://promo-tions.bankofamerica.com/museums/

Opening September 19 is “Bonita WaWa Calachaw Nuñez: Selected Works.”Wa Wa Chaw, as she became known, wasborn into a Luiseño family in 1888 butadopted as a newborn by affluent NewYorkers and removed from SouthernCalifornia to Manhattan. She became a lecturer, entertainer and activist for Indianand feminist causes. Wa Wa Chaw alsowas a prolific artist and many of her drawingsand original writings are now in the collection of the National CowboyMuseum. This exhibit presents about 30of her pencil drawings and representative

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Reyard and Red by Ken Carlson “The Jackie Coles Collection

Spurs (Detail) by Mark Dahl,Bit and Spur Maker, Deeth, NevadaTCAA Exhitition

examples of her journals and sketchbooks andis open through May 9, 2010.

The month culminates with the TraditionalCowboy Arts Association (TCAA) 11thAnnual Exhibition and Sale, openingSeptember 26 at the National Cowboy &Western Heritage Museum® in OklahomaCity. The exhibition and sale offer the finestof Western saddles, bits, spurs, braidedrawhide and exquisite silver work by 20 talentedgear makers from the United States, Canadaand Argentina.

Last year’s 10th anniversary show openedwith bang, attracting a record 57 pieces from20 artists, the most ever exhibiting. Theirefforts were rewarded by collectors with salestotaling a record $696,240. Clearly much hasbeen accomplished with the Western gearindustry in the last decade. There is great optimism that these trades are on theupswing, encouraging a new generation of talented men and women to spend years devotedto the hand-made crafts that many observersexpected to disappear.

The 2009 exhibition includes four newTCAA members: Russell Yates, bit and spurmaker from Rotan, Texas; John Willemsma,saddle maker from Guthrie, Oklahoma; and

Armando Deferrariand Pablo Lozano,both rawhide braidersfrom Argentina.

This prestigiousevent attracts buyersfrom across the countryinterested in purchasingauthentic objects thatrange in value fromseveral hundred dollarsto $50,000. Whilecowboy gear is still ingreat demand onworking ranchesthroughout America,pieces of this qualityare seldom attainedwithout extremelylong waiting periods.

In addition to offering fine crafts, the artisansconduct public educational programs thatexplore traditions and philosophies throughoutthe West that the artisans want passed to thecurrent generation of horsemen. Seminarpresentations focused on silver engraving willbe conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.,Saturday, September 26. The seminar is freeto Museum members or with paid Museumadmission. An exhibition catalog will beavailable for purchase from The Museum Store.

New in 2009, is a ticketed reception Friday,September 25 to preview the cowboy gear.The marquee events are the sale and banquetSaturday, September 26. For reservations orinformation about TCAA activities, call (405)478-2250, Ext. 219.

The National Cowboy & Western HeritageMuseum is supported through membershipsand private and corporate donations.Nationally accredited, it is located inOklahoma City’s Adventure District at thejunction of I-44 and I-35. For more informa-tion, visit www.nationalcowboymuseum.org.

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Self Portrait by Bonita Wa Wa Calachaw Nuñez

The Dawn Of A New Day

by Tom BrowningPrix de West Exhibition

Cover Image of Saddle by Rick C. Bean,Saddlemaker, Meridian, Idaho

EMERGENCY

Police/Fire/Ambulance.............................................911AAA Emergency Road Service.......................(800)222-4357OKC Police Non-Emergency....................................297-1000Oklahoma Highway Patrol........................................425-2043Cellular.................................................................................*55Oklahoma Poison Control Center............................271-5454

URGENT CARE

First1MED............North OKC..................................478.0633First1MED............NW OKC.....................................495.5841First1MED............South OKC..................................636-0767First1MED............Edmond.......................................844.1633

HOSPITALS

Bone and Joint Hospital.............................................272-9671Deaconess Hospital...................................................604-6000Edmond Medical Center............................................341-6100Integris Baptist Medical Center................................949-3011Integris Southwest Medical Center...........................636-7000Mercy Health Center..................................................755-1515Midwest Regional Medical Center...........................610-4411Norman Regional Hospital........................................329-6877OU Medical Center....................................................271-4700Physicians Hospital of Oklahoma.............................602-8100Renaissance Women’s Hospital................................359-9800Saint Anthony Hospital..............................................272-7000Saint Michael Hospital..............................................685-6671Unity Health Center (North Campus).......................273-2270Unity Health Center (South Campus)......................273-2240OU Health Science Center.........................................271-4000Veteran’s Hospital……........................…….............270-0501

CREDIT CARDS: (TO REPORT LOST OR STOLEN)American Express.............................................(800)528-4800Diners Club.......................................................(800)234-6377Discover............................................................(800)347-2683MasterCard or Visa...........................................(800)336-8472

AIRLINES

American...........................................................(800)433-7300America West....................................................(800)247-5692Continental........................................................(800)525-0280Delta..................................................................(800)221-1212Northwest..........................................................(800)225-2525Southwest..........................................................(800)435-9792TWA.................................................................(800)221-2000United...............................................................(800)241-6522USAir...............................................................(800)428-4322

AIRPORTS

Wiley Post Airport.....................................................789-4061Will Rogers World Airport Paging............................680-3317

Police.............................680-3233Travelers Aid. ...............680-3317

DID YOU KNOW?

Myriad Botanical Gardens

has more than 1,200 species

of plants in the Crystal

Bridge, representing plants

from every continent in the

world except Antarctica–

including more than 2,500

orchids.

Above:Myriad Botanical Gardens


CITY SOURCES

ENTERTAINMENT

Tickets and Information Ballet Oklahoma.............................................848-8637

Black Liberated Arts Center...............................232-2522

Blazers Hockey .................................................235-7825

Bricktown Visitor Center...................................602-8800

Canterbury Choral Society.................................232-7464

Carpenter Square Theatre...................................232-6500

Civic Center Music Hall.....................................297-2584

COX Business Center........................................297-3300

FORD Center.....................................................602-8500

Lyric Theatre......................................................524-9312

National Cowboy Museum................................478-2250

Oklahoma State Capital.....................................521-3356

Omniplex...........................................................602-6664

OKC Museum of Art..........................................236-3100

OKC Philharmonic............................................842-5387

Oklahoma Opry..................................................632-8322

Oklahoma Redhawks.........................................218-1000

Prairie Dance Theatre.........................................424-2249

Rose State College Performing Arts...........733-7960

Stage Center Presents.........................................270-4801

State Fair Park....................................................948-6704

State Fair Speedway...........................................948-6796

Stockyards City..................................................235-7267

PUBLIC GOLF COURSES

Brookside Golf Course (18 holes)

9016 South Shields • 632-9666

Earlywine Golf Course (36 holes)

115th & S. Portland • 691-1727

James Stewart Golf Course (9 holes)

824 Carverdale Drive • 424-4353

Lake Hefner Golf Course (36 holes)

4491 S. Lake Hefner Road • 843-1565

Lincoln Park Golf Course (36 holes)

4001 N.E. Grand Blvd. • 424-1421

Trosper Park Golf Course (18 holes)

2301 S.E. 29th Street • 677-8874

PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS

Earlywine Golf Course (12 Courts)

S.W. 119th & May Avenue

OKC Tennis Center (24 courts)

N.W. 36th & Portland

DID YOU KNOW?

Oklahoma doesn't have Indian

Reservations. We do, however,

have 39 federally-recognized

tribal nations headquarters in

the state. Oklahoma has the

largest American Indian popu-

lation of any state. Many of

the American Indians living in

Oklahoma today are

descendants from the

original 67 tribes

inhabiting Indian Territory.

Above:

Dancers performing at

Red Earth Festival

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FRONTIER CITY THEME PARK - 11501 NE Expressway • 478-2412www.frontiercity.com Frontier City, a western-styletheme park in Oklahoma City, covers over 40 acres ofrides, shows and attractions for the entire family.Frontier City features three roller coasters, and waterrides that are guaranteed to cool you off. Frontier City's

Summer Concert Series features a new lineup of artistincluding Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Creedence

Clearwater Revisited and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.Frontier City is open weekends through Memorial Day. Daily

operation varies; Please call (405) 478-2412or visit frontiercity.com for more information.

JASMINE MORAN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

1714 Highway 9 W. Seminole • 405-382-0950A special hands-on museum where 3 to 12 year olds“become” TV anchors, doctors, medics, judges, artists,pilots, firefighters and much more. Be amazed at the13,500-gallon aquarium filled with aquatic life. Theplace in Oklahoma where kids “play to learn” andadults “learn to play.” (East of OKC on 1-40 at Seminoleexit #200, 9 miles south to Highway 9, then 1 mile west.)Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Sun 1-5. Closed Monday and majorholidays. Admission: $6

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MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS

100 Myriad Gardens • 297-3995The Myriad Botanical Gardens is a 17-acre oasis in the

heart of downtown. The centerpiece of the gardens is theseven-story Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, fea-turing a fascinating collection of palm trees, flowersand exotic plants from across the globe. Hours: Mon-Sat 9-6; Sun 12-6. Admission to Crystal Bridge: $6,adults; $5 seniors 62+ and students; $4 Groups of 20+

$3 children (4-12); 3 under, free.Outdoor grounds:Free.

NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER MUSEUM

1700 NE 63rd • 478-2250The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum pre-serves the rugged individualism and romantic spirit of thefrontier. This popular visitor attraction features a superla-tive collection of classic and contemporary Western art,including works by Charles Russell, Frederic Remington,and the famous 18-foot sculpture, The End of the Trail.New historical galleries include the American CowboyGallery, the American Rodeo Gallery, Western Performer’sGallery and Prosperity Junction, a re-created authentic westerntown. Visitors of all ages enjoy an adventure into the Old West at thisnational memorial to the American cowboy. Hours: Open 9-5 7 days a week exceptThanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. Admission: adults $10.00, senior citizens $8.50,children ages 6-12 $4.50, children 5 and under are free.


OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ART

415 Couch Drive • 236-3100The new Oklahoma City Museum of Art in the Donald W.

Reynolds Visual Arts Center is a 110,000 sq. ft. facilityfeaturing 15 exhibition galleries, an education center, a250-seat theater, cafe, store and library/resource cen-ter. Programs include world-class traveling exhibi-tions, comprehensive film programs and a variety offamily activities. The commissioned 55 ft. signaturesculpture by world renowned glass artist DaleChihuly serves as a beacon for the museum and down-

town. Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Thurs 10-9; Sun 12-5.Admission: Adults $9; Senior (62+), Students and Children

$7; Children under 5 Free.

OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL

620 N Harvey • 235-3313The Oklahoma City National Memorial remembersthose who lost their lives in the tragic bombing theAlfred P. Murrah Building on April 19, 1995. Theoutdoor symbolic memorial, stands on a three-acresite that includes remnants of the original buildingdestroyed in 1995, is open 24 hours a day, 365 daysa year. Admission to outdoor symbolic memorial is free.

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SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA • 2100 NE 52nd • 602-OMNI thestate’s premier destination for family fun, houses over eight

acres of hands-on science experiences, with thousands of space,aviation and cultural artifacts in the mix. With brand newexhibits, the excitement of live entertainment shows, one-of-a-kind IMAX film experiences and a newly renovated ScienceFloor, Science Museum Oklahoma rocks. As the state’s onlyphysical science museum and a Smithsonian Affiliate,Science Museum Oklahoma reveals the wonder and relevance

of science in our everyday lives. From traveling beyond theMilky Way in the Planetarium Theater to witnessing live

explosions in Science Live, the Museum provides a safe environment for letting your inner-child run wild. Museum Hours:

Open M-F: 9am-5pm, SA: 9am-6pm, SU: 11am-6pm. General Admissionand Dome Theater - Adults: $14.95 Seniors: $11.95 Children: $11.95 General Admission- Adults: $10.95 Seniors: $8.95 Children: $8.95 Group rates available. Dome TheaterOnly - Adults: $8.45 Seniors: $6.95 Children: $6.95 An additional fee may be charged fortraveling exhibits. Prices and show times are subject to change.

WHITE WATER BAY • 3908 W. Reno • 943-9687A tropical water paradise located along Interstate 40 inOklahoma City featuring over 25 acres of water rides,slides and attractions. White Water Bay offers relaxingsummer fun with its lazy river and children's activitypools and shows its wet and wild side with the 500,000-gallon Wave Pool and the eight-story Bermuda Triangle.White Water Bay is Oklahoma City's hot spot to cool offthis summer. White Water Bay will kick off the 2008 seasonon May 19th. Daily operation varies; Please call (405)478-2412 or visit whitewaterbay.com for more information.

OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM

620 N Harvey • 235-3313The museum, housed in the historic Journal RecordBuilding that was damaged by the blast, is adjacent to thesymbolic memorial, provides visitors with an experiencebeyond what they see at the memorial monument. Thestoryline is presented in ten chapters beginning inOklahoma City the morning of the bombing, themoments immediately following the blast, through the

16 days of rescue and recovery, and to the rebuilding ofOklahoma City. The story is told through exhibits and

recorded narratives from victims’ family members, sur-vivors, rescue workers and others. Hours: Museum Mon-Sat

9–6; Sun 1–6. Museum Admission: Adults $10; Senior (62+) $8;Student (6-17) $6; Children under 5 Free

OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO • 2101 NE 50th • 424-3344Recognized by Child Magazine as one of the top three fam-ily-friendly zoos in the nation Family favorites includethe Centennial Choo Choo, Safari Tram Tour, the Finsand Feathers Show and our seasonal, interactive birdadventure: Explorikeet Adventure. The Zoo offers pic-nic areas, The Canopy Food Court, Safari Gifts andservices including wheelchair and stroller rental. TheZoo is open everyday except for Thanksgiving, Christmasand New Year’s Day. Hours are 9-6 from Memorial Daythrough Labor Day and 9-5from September through May.Admission for adults ages 12-64 is $7. Children ages 3-11 andseniors 65 and older are $4. Children 2 and under are free.

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Meet Chef Vincen Howard - an Oklahomaoriginal. Chef grew up in Oklahoma City andattended Putnam City North high school. Hisfirst love was music but after becoming anaccomplished percussionist, he discovered theculinary arts.

After gaining invaluable experience at someof Oklahoma City’s best restaurants, includingCafé Nova and Deep Fork, he was given theopportunity to run the show. As the executivechef at Bolero’s in Bricktown, he is able to puthis personal expertise and passion to practice.

As you walk through the open dining roomdoors, the aroma Spanish cuisine teases your

senses. The bright colors and lively bar confirmthat you have come to the right place for culinaryadventure.

Whether you are in the mood for the tradition-al tapas experience or you just want a great steakwith Spanish flair, Bolero’s is the answer. Theattention to detail on every plate insures yourmeal will not only satisfy, but delight. And as youare enjoying your meal, we recommend you givetheir sangria a try, light, refreshing and delicious.

Bolero is located at 200 South Oklahoma onthe Bricktown Canal. For information call405-602-0662 or visit BoleroOKC.com.


ADVENTUREDISTRICT

The Adventure District isthe destination for enter-

tainment the entire familywill enjoy. Located at thecrossroads of I-44 and I-35in northeast OklahomaCity, the district featuresOklahoma’s most out-standing visitor attrac-tions. Attractions includethe National Cowboy &Western Heritage Museum,National Softball Hall ofFame, Oklahoma StateFirefighters Museum,Oklahoma City Zoo,Science MuseumOklahoma, RemingtonPark Racing Casino andCinemark Tinseltown USA

BRICKTOWN HISTORICDISTRICT

Just east of Downtown isBricktown, OklahomaCity's renovated warehouse district. When thearea was built back at theturn of the century, bricks

made from Oklahoma'sfamous dark red earth werethe most plentiful build-ing material available.Today, those bricks pro-vide the signature look toBricktown, which hasbecome OKC's biggesthot spot for fine restau-rants, clubs, galleries andshops, includingOklahoma's first micro-brewery. Tour boats chugdown the BricktownCanal, a mile-long pedes-trian waterway that cuts

through the heart ofBricktown, turns south atthe Ballpark, past waterfalls and fountains to thenew Harkins Theatres andBass Pro Shops.Centennial Crossing, alarger-than-life sculpturedepicting the OklahomaLand Run, consists of 45figures depicting land runparticipants on their wayto stake claims in the newterritory.

OKLAHOMA CITYART S DISTRICT

As the majestic MyriadBotanical Gardens and themulti-faceted Stage Center- home of several theatercompanies - remain majoranchor attractions for theArts District, several newvenues have recentlyopened. The Civic CenterMusic Hall reopened itsdoors in September 2001,presenting a classicambiance from stainlesssteel accents to authenticart deco chandeliers for allto admire. The state-of-theart facility showcases per-formances from ballet toBroadway. The OklahomaCity Museum of Art housesthe largest glass sculptureby artist Dale Chihuly.Standing nearly 55 feettall with over 2,400 pieces

of glass, the sculptureshines as a beacon fromthe front atrium of themuseum. The museum alsoshowcases numerous otherexhibits as well as animpressive classic filmlibrary.

Entertainment DistrictsEntertainment DistrictsAS YOU ENJOY SHOPPING, DINING A N D SIGHTSEEING, YOUR PATHWILL LIKELY C R O S S ONE OF THESE ‘MUST SEE’ NEIGHBORHOODS.


PASEODISTRICT

The Historic PaseoDistrict is a part ofOklahoma City that timeforgot - but the artsremembered. The gatewayto this historic district isconsidered to be NW 30thand Shartel. The Paseowas built in 1929 as thefirst commercial shop-

ping district north ofdowntown OklahomaCity. This little Spanishvillage with its stuccobuildings and clay tileroofs is the home ofOklahoma City's artists'community. On this littletree lined street you willfind painters, potters,photographers, writers,and actors. Within thetwo blocks of the Paseoyou can visit a stainedglass works, a potterystudio, watch a painter atwork, see a performanceof a children's theatergroup, have dinner, andshop.

S TOCKYARDSDISTRICT

If you want to see a littleof the real West of today,mosey on down toStockyards City, a fewminutes west of down-town. Home to the

world’s largeststocker/feeder livestockmarket, Stockyards Cityis the "genuine article"and a "must see." For over80 years, Stockyards Cityhas continually offeredthe kind of quality prod-ucts and services whichare synonymous with theheritage of the West. A'must do' in theStockyards is Cattlemen'sSteakhouse, Oklahoma'soldest continually operat-ing restaurant. After agreat steak, take time tobrowse the western wearand specialty shops lin-ing the streets, completewith jeans (Wranglers isthe brand of choice), wide

selection of boots, hats,dusters, spurs and beltbuckles the size of hub-caps. If you can't findwhat you need off theshelf, there are highlyskilled artisans ready tocustom make whateveryou need. You won't findany “My parents went toStockyard City and all Igot was this lousy T-shirt” shirts or Elvis saltand pepper shakers, butyou will leave knowingwhat a real steak tasteslike, and that real bootsdon't come fromBloomingdale's.

WESTERN AVENUEDISTRICT

Just north of downtown,beginning at 36th streetand continuing north toWilshire, this historicarea is an eclectic collec-tion of restaurants,antique shops, home fur-nishing specialty stores,personal services, art gal-leries and retail shops.Frequently referred to bylocals as "RestaurantRow", Western Avenuefeatures almost every cuisine at trendy establishments rangingfrom casual to elegant.Western Avenue is anolder commercial stripthat still maintains someof its 1940’s atmospherewith the feel and charm ofa small town main street.The district also featuresunique shopping opportunities with hipstores, antique stores, boutiques, galleries, spasand upscale shopping.Independently owned

restaurants and clubs, livemusic, entertainment and shopping make this areaa fun place to browse.


ONGOING EVENTS

ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Thru 9/7 Prix de West Invitational ArtExhibition and Sale National Cowboy &Western Heritage Museum • 405- 478-2250www.nationalcowboymuseum.org

Thru 9/13 Spirit Red: Visions of NativeAmericanArtists from the Rennard StricklandCollection • Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art,Norman • 405-325-3272 • www.ou.edu/fjjmacollections to be donated to the museum.

Thru 9/20 Turner to Cézanne: Masterpiecesfrom the Davies Collection, NationalMuseum Wales • Oklahoma City Museum ofArt • 405-236-3100 • www.okcmoa.com

Thru 9/26 Saturday Morning Cartoon SeriesRegatta Park and Meridian Landing - 405-702-7755 • okrivercruises.com

Thru 9/30 Edmond Farmer’s Market -Festival Market Place, Edmond - 405-359-4630, www.visitedmondok.com

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Thru 10/31 Sunset River Cruises • RegattaPark • 405-702-7755 • okrivercruises.com

Thru 10/31 Cocktails on the SkylineOklahoma City Museum of Art • 405-236-3100www.okcmoa.com

Thru 12/31 “Tierra de me Familia: Oklahoma”Oklahoma History Center • 405-522-5248www.okhistorycenter.org

Thru 12/31 ConservaStory • Myriad BotanicalGardens • 297-3995 • www.myriadgardens.com

Thru 1/10/10 Not Just a Housewife: TheChanging Roles of Women in the West NationalCowboy & Western Heritage Museum 405-478-2250 • www.nationalcowboymuseum.org

Thru 9/5 Twelfth Night • Myriad GardensWater Stage • 405-235-3700 • www.okla-homashakespeare.com

SEPTEMBER

9/2 TJ McFarland • FireLake Grand Casino,Shawnee • 405-964-7263 • www.firelakegrand.com

9/3 Astronomy Lecture Series “Measuring theUniverse with Supernovae” • Sam NobleOklahoma Museum of Natural History,Norman • 405-325-4712 • www.snomnh.ou.edu

9/3-5 99th Cleveland County Free FairCleveland County Fairgrounds, Norman 405-360-4721 - www.clevelandcountyfair.org

9/5 OSU Cowboy Football vs. Georgia • BoonePickens Stadium, Stillwater • 405-744-3067www.okstate.com

9/5 A Train Ride at the Oklahoma RailwayMuseum • 405-424-8222 • www.oklahomarail-waymuseum.org

9/5-6 OK Quarter Horse Registry Show - Heartof OK Expo Center, Shawnee • 405-495-2131www.shawneeexpo.org

9/5-6 Bank of America Museums on Us®Weekend • National Cowboy & Western HeritageMuseum • 405-478-2250 • www.nationalcow-boymuseum.org

9/5-7 Arts Festival Oklahoma • Oklahoma CityCommunity College Campus • 405-682-7295www.occc.edu/afo

9/6 Fall Concert at the MAC • MACAmphitheater at Mitch Park, Edmond • 405-359-4630 - www.visitedmondok.com

9/8 - Science Stories - Science MuseumOklahoma • 405-602-3730ScienceMuseumOK.org

9/9 Piranha Brothers • FireLake GrandCasino, Shawnee • 405-964-7263www.firelakegrand.com

9/9-12 Choctaw Oktoberfest • ChoctawCreek Park, Choctaw • 405-390-8198www.choctawfestival.org

9/10-12 Southern Winds Film FestivalDowntown Shawnee • 405-275-9780www.southernwindsfilmfestival.com

9/11 The Compleat Works Wllm Shkspr(abridged) - Civic Center Hall of Mirrors405-235-3700 • oklahomashakespeare.com

9/11-12 Oklahoma City StorytellingFestival - Stage Center • 405-270-4848www.artscouncilokc.com

9/12 Saturdays for Kids • Septemberfest atthe Governor’s Mansion •405-557-0198

9/12 Seminole’s Made In Oklahoma


Festival • Main Street, Seminole • 405-382-3640 •www. seminoleoklahoma.com

9/12 OU Sooner Football vs. Idaho StateOwen Stadium, Norman - 405-325-8231www.soonersports.com

9/12 OSU Cowboy Football vs. HoustonBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater • 405-744-3067 - www.okstate.com

9/13 Fall Concert at the MAC • MACAmphitheater at Mitch Park, Edmond 405-359-4630 - www.visitedmondok.com

9/13 Summer Breeze Concert: Miss BlueAndrews Park, Norman • 405-307-9320www.thepas.org

9/15 Tallest Tower Day- Science MuseumOklahoma • 602- 3730 •ScienceMuseumOK.org

9/15-30 Barber Shop Exhibit • EdmondHistorical Society & Museum, Edmond405-340-0078 - www.edmondhistory.org

9/16 Jamie Richards • FireLake GrandCasino, Shawnee • 405-964-7263www.firelakegrand.com

isitors to The Oklahoma City Museum of Art havethe opportunity to experience Turner to Cézanne:Masterpieces from the Davies Collection, National

Museum Wales, on exhibit through September 20.

The exhibition featires a selection of 47 paintings-manyof which have been rarely exhibited outside of Wales-and11 important works on paper reveal the cross-currentsbetween artists and movements that propelled nineteenth-century painting from the romantic naturalism of J.M.W.Turner to the post-impressionism of Paul Cézanne.

Turner to Cézanne begins with late works by the Britishmaster J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851), including Morningafter the Wreck (ca. 1840) and The Storm (ca. 1840-45).Turner's work had a tremendous impact on the impressionists,particularly Claude Monet (1840-1926). Turner’s influenceis readily apparent in Charing Cross Bridge (1902), one ofthe three canvases by Monet in the exhibition.

In France, the work of the Barbizon school paralleledTurner's romantic naturalism. Artists such as Camille Corot(1796-1875) and Jean-François Millet (1814-1875) lefttheir studios to paint, or outdoors. The three paintings onview by Corot include Distant View of Corbeil (ca. 1870),which depicts an idyllic landscape with a harmonizedpalette and feathery brushstrokes. Millet’s unfinishedWinter: The Faggot Gatherers (1868-75), a haunting imageof peasants from Normandy, underscores the many radicalchanges-including a new appreciation of the creative actitself and an elevation of scenes of modern life from secondary to primary importance-that propelled French arttoward impressionism and post-impressionism.

Following the precursors of Turner and the Barbizonschool, the exhibition presents an important early work byEdouard Manet (1832-1883) Effect of Snow at Petit-Montrouge(1870). Often described as Manet's first impressionistwork, the painting conveys the unflinching scene ofdestruction in the suburbs of Paris during the Franco-Prussian War (1870-71). In addition to the strikingly modernwork by Manet and Monet, including the latter’s renownedWaterlilies (1906), the exhibition features Pierre-AugusteRenoir’s masterpiece La Parisienne (1874), which demon-strates impressionism’s commitment to depicting modern life.

The exhibition culminates with several post-impressionistworks, including paintings by Cézanne and Vincent vanGogh. Van Gogh’s magnificent Rain-Auvers (1890), whichdates to the last week of the artist’s life, conveys a sense ofsolitude through its open, panoramic composition.

Turner to Cézanne is accompanied by an exhibition catalogue available in the Museum Store. The OklahomaCity Museum of Art is located in the heart of downtownOklahoma City’s Arts District, at 415 Couch Drive.Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.;Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.The Museum is closed on Monday and major holidays.For more info. call 236-3100 or visit www.okcmoa.com.

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9/17-20 12th Annual Stillwater BluesFestival • Stillwater Community Center,405-533-8433 • www.stillwater.org

9/18 Family Night Out: Family GameNight - Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum ofNatural History, Norman • 405-325-4712www.snomnh.ou.edu

9/18 Jokers Wild Comedy Revue • FireLakeGrand Casino, Shawnee •405-964-7263www.firelakegrand.com

9/19 OSU Cowboy Football vs. RiceBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater • 405-744-3067 - www.okstate.com

9/19 OU Sooner Football vs. Tulsa • OwenStadium, Norman • 405-325-8231www.soonersports.com

9/19 “Classics in the Park” Route 66 CarShow & Craft Fair • Hafer Park, Edmond341-3554 • www.edmondfamilycounseling.com

9/19 - Art Exhibition - Oklahoma artists,Bert Seabourn, Connie Seabourn and BillJaxon. - Science Museum Oklahoma • 405-602- 3730 - ScienceMuseumOK.org

9/19 Grand Opening Night • Cellist, StevenIsserli • Civic Center Music Hall • 405-842-5387 • www.okcphilharmonic.org

9/20 Fall Concert at the MAC • MACAmphitheater at Mitch Park, Edmond405-359-4630 - www.visitedmondok.com

9/22 Paragon Ragtime Orchestra • OklahomaCity Community College Bruce OwenTheatre • 405-682-7579 • www.occc.edu/cas

9/22 Electricity Day - Science MuseumOklahoma • 602- 3730 •ScienceMuseumOK.org

9/23 Brittany Roe Performs Live • FireLakeGrand Casino, Shawnee • 405-964-7263www.FireLakeGrand.com

9/24 The Science of Money • ScienceMuseum Oklahoma • 405-602 - 3730ScienceMuseumOK.org

9/25-26 Edmond Jr. Rodeo - Carl BenneArena, Edmond • 405-264-3685www.edmondroundupclub.com

9/25-27 Day Out With Thomas 2009Oklahoma Railway Museum, OklahomaCity • 405-424-8222 • www.oklahomarail-waymuseum.org


9/26 Fort Reno’s Tombstone Tales - HistoricFt. Reno, El Reno 405-262-3987 www.fortreno.org

9/26-12/6 Traditional Cowboy Arts Assoc.11th Annual Exhibition • National Cowboy& Western Heritage Museum • 405-478-2250 • www.nationalcowboymuseum.org

9/26 OSU Cowboy Football vs. GramblingBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater • 405-744-3067 • www.okstate.com

9/27 Summer Breeze Concert: John McEuen& Sons • Lions Park, Norman • 405-307-9320 • www.thepas.org

9/27 Fall Concert at the MAC • MACAmphitheater at Mitch Park, Edmond • 405-359-4630 • www.visitedmondok.com

9/27 Family Day • Fred Jones Jr. Museumof Art, Norman • 325-3272 • www.ou.edu/fjjma

9/28 Fall Groovefest • Andrews Park, Norman405-590-6335 • www.groovefest.org

9/30 Born In November • FireLake Grand Casino,Shawnee • 405-964-7263 • www.firelakegrand.com

9/30 The Science of Cooking - Science MuseumOklahoma - 602- 3730 - ScienceMuseumOK.org

ocated in the heart of Bricktown, Coyote Ugly

Oklahoma City opened its doors to capacity

crowds, with the world famous ‘Coyotes’ entertaining

the thirsty patrons! As the doors opened – the Coyotes

immediately jumped onto the bar and danced to a mix of

classic and hard rock while the crowd cheered them.

‘Welcome to Coyote Ugly!’yelled founder Liliana Lovell.

Coyote Ugly’s founder Liliana ‘Lil’ Lovell grew up in

a lower middle class family in New Rochelle, New York

and worked two jobs to pay for a private high-school

education and put gas in her ‘67 VW Bug. After graduation,

Lil was bound for NYU. It was during her college years

– she learned her business acumen.

Coyote Ugly Saloon first opened its doors to the public

in Manhattan, on January 27th, 1993 and was an instant

success. She had perfected her business plan - beautiful

girls + booze = money. Coyote Ugly Saloon quickly

established itself in the hearts of New Yorkers as their

preeminent drinking establishment.

Coyote Ugly gained national attention in early 1997

when a story called “The Muse of the Coyote Ugly

Saloon” written by former Coyote bartender Elizabeth

Gilbert for GQ magazine, shined a spotlight on the little

bar in the East Village. Shortly after that, Hollywood

came knocking and the movie rights to Lil's story were

sold. “Coyote Ugly” opened in August 2000, has grossed

over $100 million and a worldwide audience quickly

learned what the phrase “We don’t serve water here!”

meant.

What makes this saloon different than most bars, is the

sexy and sassy “coyotes” that pour drinks while keeping

a beat from behind AND on top of the bar! The “coyotes”

use the bar top as their stage for high energy singing of your

favorite tunes and pulse raising dancing performances.

Lil’s Coyote Ugly Saloons are still run with the same

mission statement: Quick wit, unshakable assurance, and

the ability to take your last dollar, has made Coyote Ugly

what it is today.

You saw the movie – you loved the reality show – nowis your chance to experience the real thing. CoyoteUgly Saloon is located at 121 East California on theBricktown Canal. For more information call 405-602-UGLY or visit www.coyoteuglysaloon.com.

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ABUELO’S MEXICAN FOOD EMBASSY117 E. Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-14223001 West Memorial Road • 755-2680Walking into Abuelo’s is like stepping intoOld Mexico - in a very posh part of town.From the award-winning recipes to the magnificent interior courtyard, Abuelo's istruly the best of Mexico.

BOURBON STREET CAFE100 E. California Ave. Bricktown • 232-6666New Orleans style seafood, steaks and pasta ina French Quarter atmosphere. A delightful din-ing experience inside or the patio on the canal.

CATTLEMEN’S STEAKHOUSE1309 S. Agnew Ave. • Stockyards • 236-0416Open since 1910 and located at the edge ofStockyard City, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse featuresfirst-rate beef, hand cut & aged on the premises.

CHEEVERS CAFÉ2409 N. Hudson • (405)-525-7007Just a few blocks north of DowntownOklahoma City, Cheever’s Café combinesAmerican cuisine with Southwest influ-ences to create savory prime steaks, fresh

seafood selections and inventive salads.In addition to their popular menu choices,Cheever’s Café also serves daily andnightly specials and signature desserts.Plus, Cheever’s Café offers their clientelea full bar and an excellent selection ofwines to compliment your meal. For reser-vations, please call 405-525-7007 orvisit www.cheeverscafe.com.

CIMARRON STEAK HOUSE201 N. Meridian • 948-7778Cimarron is the biggest Steak House inOklahoma City, (big in size, not in price). Youcan get steak, chicken, ribs or seafood cookedover an open mesquite fire. Located near theState Fairgrounds, Cimarron Steak House isideal for families looking for affordable steaks.

CRABTOWN303 East Sheridan • Bricktown • 232-7227Bricktown’s original seafood restaurant,featuring a variety of crab appetizers, crab dinners and seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta.

DEEP DEUCE GRILL307 N.E. 2nd Street • 405.235.9100Enjoy a wide variety of sandwiches, wraps,salads, and steaks at this neighborhood grill.Watch sports on two big screen tv’s or sit nextto the firepit on the outdoor patio. Locatedtwo blocks north of Bricktown in the historicDeep Deuce Jazz District.

IRON STARR BBQ3700 N. Shartel Avenue • (405) 524-5925Iron Starr BBQ is gourmet BBQ at itsfinest. From smoked meats to fabulous sidedishes,Iron Starr BBQ brings OklahomaCity residents fine dining with thesmokehouse flavor. With their fancy mac-aroni and cheese to roasted potato salad togreen chilecornbread, the side dishes com-pliment Iron Starr’s richly flavored smokedchicken, ribs,and other succulent meats.Iron Starr BBQ also offers a private diningfacility for larger parties. For more infor-mation or to make a reservation, for moreinfo. visit us at www.ironstarrbbq.com.

KONA RANCH STEAKHOUSE2037 SOUTH MERIDIAN • 681-1000One of Oklahoma City’s best-kept secrets,Kona Ranch features corn fed, specificallyaged USDA Choice steaks, skillfully broiledto your liking. Kona specialties include volcano onions, coconut shrimp, smokedprime rib and smoked turkey.

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MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE7 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 272-0777The Oklahoma Legend continues! Serving thefinest cuts of aged USDA prime steaks, lobsterand fresh seafood. Extensive wine list and liveentertainment is featured in the lounge.

NONNA’S EURO-AMERICANRISTORANTE AND PURPLE BAR1 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 235-4410Nonna’s, located in the “Heart of Bricktown” ina 90+ year old warehouse is 3 floors of part artgallery, part bakery, part fine dining, and purefun! From top to bottom it offers an eclecticatmosphere featuring Euro-American cuisine.

RED PRIME STEAK504 N. Broadway • (405)-232-2626Red Prime Steak is located in the historic Buickbuilding in Downtown Oklahoma City. The his-toric building has been transformed to a modernurban design with the warm glow of red neon.Red Prime Steak serves only USDA PrimeMidwestern beef as well as American ‘Wagyu’Kobe beef, Bone-in Ribeye, Porterhouse and 40-Day Dry Age Bonein New York Strip. With 300wine selections and the teaming of Chef KeithPaul and Chef Robert Black’s innovative culi-nary skills, an evening at Red Prime Steak willbe a night to remember. For reservations, pleasecall 405-232-2626 or www.redprimesteak.com.

ROCOCO RESTAURANT & FINE WINE2824 N. Pennsylvania • 528-2824 Chef owned and operated, Rococo’s featuressteaks, seafood, pasta, and an exquisite roastrack of lamb. Rococo’s boasts a progressivewine list that is affordable and complimentsthe restaurant’s innovative cuisine. OwnerBruce Rinehart moved from Boston in 2003,specifically with the intention of opening agreat “east coast style” restaurant. He succeededin creating one of the best in the nation.

SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE101 E. Sheridan Ave. • Bricktown • 235-0402Every day they roll hundreds of meatballs byhand, prepare sauces from scratch, & layerlasagna with fresh meats, cheeses, noodles,spices, & sauce.

TOBY KEITH’S “I LOVE THIS BAR & GRILL310 Johnny Bench Dr. • Bricktown • 231-0254Welcome! Kick up your heels and head downto the best honky-tonk in town. Enjoy over100 pieces of Toby Keith memorabilia includ-ing signed guitars, platinum records and cloth-ing Keith wore in videos. Take a seat on one ofour “Redneck Loveseats” and get ready toLove This Bar and Grill. Open Daily at 11a.m.

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ou want history? Come take a step back in time...

Cattlemen’s Café opened its doors to hungry cowboys,

ranchers, cattle haulers and the like in 1910. The

Stockyards City area was a beehive of activity back then, as

herds of cattle were driven to Oklahoma City in an unend-

ing stream to satisfy the East’s growing demand for beef.

It was in 1926 that H.V. “Homer” Paul took over

Cattlemen’s, already a well-known establishment among

the area’s thousands of workers. Cattlemen’s was one of the

few places that stayed open after sundown. Because of this,

it also attracted a very colorful clientele. During

Prohibition, it was known for its home-brewed ‘liquid

delights.’

In 1945, Cattlemen’s was owned by Hank Fry, a

gambler of sorts. In a smoke-filled room at the old Biltmore

Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City, Fry was running out of

luck and money in dice game attended by a local rancher,

Mr. Gene Wade. Fry put up Cattlemen’s as the pot if Wade

could roll a ‘hard six,’ otherwise known as two 3s. Wade put

up his life savings, which was a sizable amount of money.

With one roll of the dice, Gene Wade was in the restaurant

business. The ‘33’ brand on the wall of Cattlemen’s

Hereford Room became a well-known symbol of Wade’s

good fortune.

Since 1945, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse has become a gath-

ering place for all kinds of folks - from movie stars to rodeo

greats, politicians to potentates! Check the walls of the

dining rooms and view the drawings of all the

well-knowns who have sampled Cattlemen’s fare. Gene

Autry, John Wayne, Ronald Reagan (before he was

President), and more recently, Reba McIntyre. In the early

‘90s, George Bush (the elder, while he was President)

stopped in for a good meal and a stiff drink.

Today, like a good wine, Cattlemen’s continues to improve

with age. Make your plans to enjoy Cattlemen’s, where you

will get the finest cuts of beef, in a relaxed atmosphere, with

attentive service.

The western spirit that helped found OKC is alive and

well at Cattlemen’s in the Stockyards District. Located one

mile south of I-40 at Agnew, visitor’s can take advantage of

the Metro Transit Orange Line Trolley, which operates on

an hourly schedule, traveling between the Meridian Avenue

hotels and Bricktown, with stops in the Stockyards.

For more information on Cattlemen's Steakhouse, call405-236-0416 or visit use at www.cattlemensrestaurant.com.

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CLUBS & ENTERTAINMENTCITYWALK70 North Oklahoma • Bricktown • 232-92559 clubs in one, 9 times the fun. Citywalk offersthe perfect destination for even the most discriminating clubgoers. From country andwestern to top 40, techno to discotech, and duel-ing pianos to karaoke. Arrive early or expect await. Open Friday and Saturday nights.

MAKER’S CIGAR BAR & LOUNGE25 S. Oklahoma Ave. • Bricktown • 606-9000located in the Historic BricktownEntertainment District. The brick walls,rich leather furniture, and well-balancedinterior lighting create a perfect place tounwind before heading back to the hotel.With live music beginning every night at 8,patrons can smoke their favorite cigar andsip a smooth glass of scotch. Open seven daysa week at 11 a.m.

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o Weins never intended to get into retail. Raised on afamily farm in northeast Nebraska, Jo has alwaysloved riding horses. She moved to Oklahoma City to

attend law school in the evenings. Jo became involvedwith the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association afterbecoming an attorney. When she learned that the CrossBar Gallery would be closing its doors, Jo and her husband,Terry Weins, purchased the store in January 2005.

Two years later, Jo has expanded into the Stockyards,partnering up with National Saddlery Company to open ashowroom across the street from Cattlemen’s Steakhouse.(National Saddlery will continue to maintain its originallocation in the Stockyards, also.) “National Saddlery hasbeen around for 82 continuous years,” Jo indicated. “JohnRule is a master tooler and saddle maker.” Along with hiswife, DonaKay, the Rules’ tack and tooling business com-plements Cross Bar Gallery’s custom western furnishings.

Cross Bar Gallery features handcrafted furniture and art ofthe American West. Almost all of the products sold by theretailer are made in the United States. Some visitors come toappreciate the custom artwork by western legends such as G.Harvey, Martin Grell, Bruce Green, and Kenneth Wyatt.Others stop to admire the jewelry designed by Bob Berg andsold exclusively in Oklahoma by Cross Bar Gallery.

There are those who visit the store to pick out a custompiece of western furniture to complement their ranch. Somewho cherish the largest collection of C.R. Morrisonbronze sculptures in the United States. And still others stopto purchase one of over 200 Brazilian cowhides on display.(Along with the teak wood furniture, the Braziliancowhides are one of only a few items not made in America.)

Whatever the reason for the visit, Jo is appreciates theopportunity to work with others who share her love forwestern furniture, jewelry, and art. “This is really a creativeoutlet for me,” Jo says. “Whether you’re a fellow rancher,or city-folk who simply want a piece of the westernlifestyle, we really take pride in selling American-madeproducts and supporting local and regional artisans.”

The New Cross Bar Gallery – National SadderlyCompany is located in the Stockyards at 1400S . Agnew. Store hours are Monday thru Saturdayfrom 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and closed on Sundays.Phone number 239-2104.

The Original Cross Bar Gallery is still locatedat 4312 W. Reno Avenue, one block east ofMeridian next to Tener’s. Store hours are Mondaythru Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and SundayNoon to 6 p.m. For more information, contact943-5600 or v is i t www.crossbargallery. c o m .

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A winery in Bricktown? Hard tobelieve – but true. Put a Cork In It is aunique winery and tasting room. Theylet you taste their wines for free andhope you find one to call your favorite.They make, bottle and label their wineson premise, so if you want to watch oreven help you're welcome to do that.You can even make, bottle and customlabel a batch of wine of your own.

Put A Cork In It uses juices from thefinest varietal grapes to produce winesthat are great for any occasion.Whether you enjoy a chilled glass ofchardonnay, a smooth merlot, or a deliciously sweet light wine, they haveone for you.

Complimentary tastings are availableto persons over 21. Once you find awine you like, larger tastings are reasonably priced. You can even keepthe glass as a souvenir for a small price.Of course, you also purchase and takeyour favorite wine home by the bottleor by the case.

Put a Cork In It is located at 115 E.California in Bricktown on the canallevel of the Miller-Jackson Building.The tasting room is open from 2-8Wednesday & Thursday; 2-9 Friday &Saturday; and Sunday from 2 -6. Phone405.605.6656 for more information.


ANTIQUES

ANTIQUE HOUSE4409 N. MERIDIAN • 495-2221 or 659-2182 This OKC treasure has featured beautifulantique glass, china, silver, oak and Victorianfurniture since 1972. Antique House has theone of the largest selections of heirloomlinens, table clothes, pillow cases, andVictorian lace in Oklahoma. Antique Housealso offers antique appraisals and estate liq-uidation services. While at Antique House,be sure to check out the Finicky LadyBoutique and enjoy lunch at Dane’s TeaRoom next door. Monday through Saturday 9a.m. to 5 p.m.

2 3RD STREET ANTIQUE MALL3023 N.W. 23rd • 947-3800Nearly 100 of the finest antique dealers inthis part of the country display their wares inthe 11,000 square foot building. Whether youare shopping for a gift or a one-of-a kindkeepsake - you'll find it here. Featuring oakand primitive furniture, glassware, pottery,art glass, lamps, clocks, radio's and toys.

ART GALLERIES

THE HOWELL GALLERY6432 North Western Avenue • 840-4437The Howell Gallery represents fine original art

by regionally and nationally recognized artiststogether with exciting works by new emergingartists. Paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, andacrylic mediums are featured together withbronzes, hand-blown glass, ceramic, stone andmarble work, and unique wood turnings. Visitour gallery Monday through Friday 10am to5pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm or visit usonline at www.howellgallery.com

RETAIL AND SPECIALTY

CROSS BAR GALLERY1400 S. Agnew • -239-21044312 W. Reno Avenue • 943-5600Cross Bar Gallery features handcrafted furni-ture, art, saddles, and tack from the AmericanWest. Now with convenient locations nearthe Fairgrounds and in the Stockyards, almostall products sold by Cross Bar Gallery aremade in the U.S. Check out custom artworkby G. Harvey, Martin Grell, Bruce Green, andKenneth Wyatt, jewelry by Bob Berg, bronzesculptures by C.R. Morrison, and over 200Brazilian cowhides. Open Monday throughSaturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday Noon to6 pm at 4312 West Reno. (Closed Sunday at1400 S. Agnew.) Visitors may also shoponline at www.crossbargallery.com.

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OKLAHOMA NATIVE ART AND JEWELRY1316 S. Agnew • Stockyards • 604-9800Oklahoma Native Art and Jewelry is OklahomaCity's premiere Native American unique arts store. In the heart of the Stockyards, it housesthe rare works of over 63 well-known NativeAmerican artists and craftsmen. Authentic NativeAmerican and Western artworks includingsculpture, jewelry, kachinas, Cherokee baskets,handcrafted pottery, patinings and more.

PAINTED DOOR124 E Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-4410.Come and Enjoy a wonderful shopping expe-rience at Painted Door, where everyone willfind the perfect gift for themselves and thatSpecial someone. From inside Nonna’s Euro-American Ristorante and Bar, the entrance toPainted Door is located next to the GrandStaircase, or just enter through the “PaintedDoor” off Sheridan Avenue. Specialty giftsand accessories at their finest!

SANTA FE COMPANY4141 West Reno • 947-1990Experience the finest in Southwest interi-ors and high-qual i ty Mexican furniturewith upholstered, iron and other pieces.Santa Fe Company features a wide varietyof lighting, rugs, tableware, pottery, artifacts, art, bedding, other items for thehome, in addition to jewelry and gifts

WESTERN WEAR

MCCLINTOCK HERITAGE COLLECTION2227 Exchange • Stockyards • 232-0151McClintock Heritage Collection manufac-tures boots, belts and wallets from exotic ani-mal skins such as alligator, ostrich, caiman,stingray, lizard, python, and eel, among oth-ers. The boots are hand constructed using anage-old welt system, employing only thehighest quality materials throughout, and arerecognized as the best in the field for theirhigh quality workmanship.

SHEPLERS812 S. Meridian • 947-6831It’s your country, your way at Sheplers andsheplers.com. We’ve been providing thelargest selection of traditional and fashionablewestern wear since 1899. Sheplers carries allof the brands you know and love. For work,play or every day shop Sheplers for your kindof country.

SHORTY’S CABOY HATTERY1206 South Agnew Stockyards • 232-4287Quality. Trust. Dedication. Tradition. All ofthese qualities are still alive and well today atShorty's. Each custom western hat is handcrafted to the customer's specifications, usingtimeless techniques passed from generation togeneration of master hatters.


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TENER'S4320 W. Reno • 946-5500I-35 and 12th StreetMoore • 793-09003309 North KickapooShawnee • 275-8010Since the 1930’s Tener's Western Outfittershas offered cowboys and cowgirls the lateststyles in western wear, the best in name brandchoice. Teners is truly one of the most uniquewestern stores in the country with a completeselection of quality western wear.

REGIONAL SHOPPING MALLS

CROSSROADS MALL7000 Crossroads Boulevard(I-35 S at I-240) • 631-4421Crossroads Mall has 140 shops and servicesincluding great restaurants, and departmentstores including Dillard's and ,J.C. Penney.

PENN SQUARE1901 N.W. Expwy • 842-4424Dillard's, Macy's, and J.C. Penney. Features140 specialty shops including Abercrombieand Fitch.

QUAIL SPRINGS MALLMemorial and N. May • 755-6530Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears and J. C. Penney’s,as well as numerous specialty shops, Retrofood court in front of a multi-screen theatre.

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