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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2019 PUBLISHER

Jimmy Darden | jimmy.darden@lifestylepubs.com 405.541.5650 MANAGING EDITOR

Jerri Culpepper | jerri.culpepper@lifestylepubs.com ACCOUNT MANAGER

Home Sweet Home AS I WRITE THIS, WE’RE EXPERIENCING A COUPLE OF DAYS OF MODERATELY WARM TEMPERATURES BEFORE SLIDING BACK DOWN INTO THE USUAL,

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Jerri Culpepper, Lindsey Davies, Staci Elder Hensley CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Teresa Byrd, Josh McCullock, Krystyn Richardson

CHILLIER WINTER PATTERN. But when this issue of Cleveland County Lifestyle hits your mailbox, spring—in all its colorful, tumultuous glory—will be here. It seems only appropriate that the theme for this issue centers on the home. It’s the season to give your domicile a deep spring cleaning and to throw open those windows and let in some fresh air. It’s also an exciting time for gardeners, who can’t wait to get down and dirty in their gardens. There’s a lot inside this issue, too much to detail here, but following are some teasers that we hope will entice you to take some time out of your busy schedule to read about. + Situated in Oklahoma City’s Deep Deuce District is a beautiful Urban Modern Brownstone that offers a panoramic view of most of downtown. Take a behind-thescenes look at this three-story home custom built by Muirfield Homes by Alan Cheshier.

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+ In contrast, the 119-year-old Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum in Norman has seen

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

every historic and cultural event of the 20th century, including Oklahoma becoming the 46th

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

state in the union. If you have not toured the museum, you’ll want to put that on your spring

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

to-do list. (The photo of the ornate door knob accompanying this letter is from the museum.) + So, you’ve finished your spring cleaning. What next? A local designer offers some suggestions on how to add some zip to your living areas, and all it takes is a flip of a switch.

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

+ Are you happy with your bathroom? If you’re not, you may want to consider having

REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

a new, modern shower enclosure installed. Look inside to learn about the latest styles,

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

including frameless enclosures featuring open roller or barn door-style doors. Also in this issue, you’ll read about the tremendous need for foster families in the area, a local restaurant that really works to make their customers feel at home while enjoying excellent food and drink and much more! Enjoy!

ON THE COVER This three-story Urban

Jerri Culpepper, Editor

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Modern Brownstone, situated in Oklahoma

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City’s Deep Deuce District, offers a panoramic view of the Oklahoma City skyline. See Open House for details.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2019

FEATURES 18 Sit Back & Relax The Winston Dishes Out Welcoming, Fun Environment Along With American Cuisine, Whiskey and Amazing Cocktails

26 DIY Gift Basket With an Okie Flair

36 Norman's 'Time Machine' Travel Back 119 Years Through the Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum

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40 The “Forever” Home Urban Modern Brownstone in Deep Deuce District Offers It All

18 DEPARTMENTS

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Around Town

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22 Giving Back 26 DIY 36 Times Past 40 Open House 46 Renovate & Refine 49 Realty Report 50 Travel Destination 54 Lifestyle Calendar 58 Local’s Choice

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South Oklahoma City Chamber Honors Outstanding Individuals The South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce held its 2019 Annual Banquet Jan. 10 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City Downtown Medical Center, presented by AT&T. The event served as the installation for the South Oklahoma City Chamberâ€™s 2019 Board of Directors. Outstanding individuals in the community also were honored for their work in 2018. PHOTOGRAPHY BY AH SHOOT! PHOTOGRAPHY

1. Ambassador of the Year Award, presented by Jeremy Sparks, Restaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens, to Amber McPherson, A & T Housing | 2. Volunteer of the Year Award, presented by Paul and Beth Odom, P.B. Odom III Construction, to Dr. Karla Marshall, Moore Norman Technology Center | 3. Citizen of the Year Award, presented by Glenda Montiel, Cox Communications, to James Sconzo, exec director, Community Action Agency, Carole Brown, CAB president | 4. Native Son Award, presented by Kristi Cole, president, and Angela Oâ€™Keefe, co-president, Women of the South, to pro football player/philanthropist Wes Welker. | 5. 2018-19 Chairman of the Board Karl Hillerman and his wife, Connie | 6. The South OKC Chamber Team

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March 9, 2019 7 pm to 11 pm Cleveland County Fairgrounds Money raised supports CCHFH programs and stays right here in Cleveland County Our programs include: Breaking the cycle of generational poverty Reducing the amount of trash in the landfill Increasing access to quality housing Youth volunteer programs Experience based learning programs for students Financial education and wellness Affordable quality housing leads to better employment, overall improved wellness, and a more active community!

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Smile Oklahoma!

AROUND TOWN To inquire about becoming a sponsor or to donate a purse, please email Robbie Lamberson at robbie.lamberson@gmail.com or Donald Pyeatt at donald@fullcircle.com.

CCFI SETS HANDS & HEARTS FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON The Center for Children and Families Inc.’s 15th Annual Hands & Hearts Fundraising Luncheon is set for Thursday, May 2, at Embassy Suites in Norman. Guests enjoy a complimentary lunch, receive agency updates and learn about the service and programs CCFI provides. Toward the end of the program, guests are asked to make a donation

LEWIS JEWELERS ASSOCIATES NAMED FOREVER CARAT CLUB WINNERS Maggie Rogers and Heather Gomez of Lewis Jewelers in Moore have been named winners of the

through multi-year pledges and one-time gifts. While there is no charge to attend, reservations are required to ensure a proper headcount; reservations may be made through a Table Captain or directly to CCFI (ccfinorman.org).

prestigious Forevermark Carat Club. Reaching this

For questions regarding the luncheon or spon-

goal means they finished in the Top 10 in selling

sorship opportunities, please contact Jodana

these diamonds in the entire country.

Borden at jborden@ccfinorman.org or 364.1420.

They have earned spots on an upcoming trip to Botswana, to visit the headquarters of DeBeers, and tour a working diamond mine. In addition, they will

NORMAN ROTARY CLUBS SOLICIT CAPITAL GRANT REQUESTS

be treated to a safari to see the 2,500- game reserve

Le Tour De Vin, a joint fundraising project of

that DeBeers has established to preserve native

Norman’s Rotary Clubs, is in the process of iden-

wildlife, such as elephants and the black rhinoceros.

tifying its next beneficiary for 2020-2021. The

SPONSORSHIPS, PURSE DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR FUNDRAISER

project’s goals are to address a community need that is reflective of the Rotary objectives of literacy, humanitarianism, education, youth and health.

Sponsorships and donations of high-quality purses

Instructions and grant application forms are

are being sought to support Full Circle Adult Day

posted at the LTDV website: LeTourDeVin.com.

Center through its main annual fundraising event.

Applications are due April 5. The LTDV 2020 grant

Full Circle’s 2019 Purse-onality Luncheon is set for

recipient will be announced and notified in June.

11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at The Railhouse, 102 W.

Le Tour De Vin, a wine-tasting and fundraising event,

Eufaula St., Norman. Guests will enjoy a catered meal,

is a joint fundraiser currently benefiting Full Circle Adult

including dessert, prepared by Abbey Road Catering,

Day Center and other Rotary projects. The current

complimentary signature cocktail, silent and live auc-

beneficiary, Full Circle Adult Day Center, received funds

tion, individual gift bags and door prizes. Reservations

from the 2018, and upcoming LTDV 2019 events to help

are required for the luncheon. Tickets are $80 and are

fund the construction of a larger and more modern-day

available by contacting Full Circle at 447.2955.

center facility, expanding their reach in the community

Sponsorships are available at four levels, beginning at $160 for “Coach,” up to $2,000 for “Presenting Chanel Sponsor.” Donations of high-quality new, or nearly new,

with the elderly and adults with disabilities.

LIBRARIES SCHEDULE SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES

handbags (minimum value of $100) also are being

Spring Break is almost here, and the local

sought for the silent auction portion of Full Circle

libraries of the Pioneer Library System are giving

Adult Day Center’s 2019 Purse-onality fundraiser.

the community activities to stay busy during their

Also being sought are high-quality new hand-

respite from school.

bags (minimum value of $250) to boost the luxury designer-label live auction at the fundraiser.

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Ave. At 3 p.m. March 19, 20 and 21, participants will learn knot-tying skills, spend an afternoon playing tabletop games and experiment with various ingredients to create their own smoothies. March 20 also would have marked the 91st birthday of children’s television legend Mr. Rogers, and the library will celebrate with a family celebration throughout the day before a movie night in honor of Mr. Rogers, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” There also will be activities for younger children and several multi-day sessions in basic computer programming for children and teens through the library’s Computer Training Center and its staff. Visit any of Norman’s libraries, either the central branch, the new eastside location at 3051 E.

The Trails Golf Club in Norman. The tournament will

Alameda St. or the west branch at 300 Norman

feature four-golfer teams and a “best ball” scramble

Center Court, for activities and access to Pioneer’s

format. Breakfast and lunch will be served. There

assortment of materials.

will be raffle prizes and awards for first-, second, and third-place teams. Net proceeds from the event will provide funds for various safety, training, uniform and equipment needs. For inquiries related to participation and/or sponsorship and promotion, contact Club President Greg Laffin at footballboosterclub@ ccsroyals.com or 202-8678.

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF NORMAN SETS CHARITY BALL FOR MARCH 9 The Junior League of Norman's annual Charity Ball is set for Saturday, March 9, at the NCED Conference Center, Norman. During the event, which begins at 6:30 p.m., guests can walk the red carpet and enjoy “A Night in Hollywood.”

OLIVETO ITALIAN BISTRO ANNOUNCES SPRING MENU

from their menu. The night also will include a silent

Oliveto Italian Bistro recently rolled out its Spring

auction, raffle, Dj, dancing, and more. This year’s

Seasonal Menu, which includes three flavorful entrees.

event will include the Cleveland County Lifestyle

Oliveto's nachos feature a crispy wonton chips

Magazine After Party in line with the famous

base, topped with Alfredo sauce, pepperoni, Italian

awards show after parties. This event will be

sausage, roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives and

accessible from a separate entrance and will have

three cheeses. The Citrus Shrimp Avocado Salad

a nightclub vibe to provide party-goers a place to

is topped with butterfly shrimp, roasted red pep-

continue dancing the night away. Tickets for the

pers, red onions and grape tomatoes, tossed in

After Party are available separately, and you do not

zesty orange vinaigrette garnished with avocados.

have to attend Charity Ball to attend; After Party

The 10-oz. New York Strip Steak is cooked in a

tickets are $25, or access is included in the VIP

woodstone pizza oven and topped with a caramel-

ticket or table. Dress is semiformal.

ized red onion jam and served with jalapeno risotto.

CCS FOOTBALL BOOSTER CLUB SETS GOLF TOURNEY The CCS Football Booster Club will host its second-annual fundraiser golf tournament April 22 at 16

Charity Ball’s legendary “Taster’s Affair” returns, with multiple local restaurants providing samples

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Tickets range from $25-$100 and can be purchased at jlncharityball.com. Sponsorship opportunities are still available, and JLN also is accepting goods/services to be used as taxdeductible auction donations.

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HOT SPOT

ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY JOSH MCCULLOCK

SIT BACK & RELAX THE WINSTON DISHES OUT WELCOMING, FUN ENVIRONMENT ALONG WITH AMERICAN CUISINE, WHISKEY AND AMAZING COCKTAILS

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THEY MAY NOT ALWAYS KNOW YOUR NAME HERE (AT LEAST ON YOUR FIRST VISIT), BUT THE MANAGEMENT AND STAFF OF THE WINSTON, A RESTAURANT SPECIALIZING IN AMERICAN CUISINE THAT OPENED ITS DOORS IN APRIL 2018, WANTS ITS PATRONS TO FEEL WELCOME FROM THEIR FIRST STEP INSIDE. “We strive for a relaxed and fun environment because we want our guests to feel welcomed the minute they walk through the front door,” says general manager Rick Patino. “We do offer a large selection of whiskey, and proteins that aren't quite as common, such as duck and trout, but we don't want these things to intimidate our guests. Our goal is to welcome all of our guests with open arms, and to walk them through their experience here at The Winston.” Although American Cuisine is The Winston’s calling card, their menu is diverse. “As America continues to be a melting pot of cultures, our cuisine is evolving as well. We have a great classic cheeseburger, an Asian-inspired dish in our Duck Wings, as well as a Hispanic-inspired dish in our Migas Brunch Tacos,” he says. The Winston is a part of the Hal Smith Restaurant Group, and Rick credits teamwork with creating their tasty food and beverage menus. The team is still working to determine what the restaurant’s signature items will be, though Rick says he would choose one sandwich and one cocktail above others. “The Prime Minister is a hand-pressed Chicken Fried Filet Mignon that's lightly battered and very tender,” he says, noting that it’s served on a classic bun with mayo, tomato and lettuce. “We wanted to keep it simple and let the Chicken Fried Filet Mignon shine, because it literally melts like butter when you bit into it. “The Frozen Watermelon Fresca,” he adds, “is a super-refreshing drink, which makes it the perfect cocktail to drink out on our patio.” This cocktail is made with fresh watermelon, lemon, ginger, champagne and vodka. The Winston also offers classic cocktails at a great price. For example, their Old Fashioned, on draft, is only $5. Feeling adventurous? CONTINUED >

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“A new favorite is our My Hands Are Thai'd cocktail, made with a spiced rum, ginger liqueur, lemongrass syrup, fresh lime and fresh basil,” he says. “It’s really refreshing and has a lot of flavor. And during our happy hour, it can be as cheap as $3!” In the nonalcoholic beverage category, The Winston offers two “softtails” for both and adults: Blueberry Sage Lemonade and Pippi Longstocking—the latter a carrot, ginger and mint drink.

For lunch, The Winston serves a mix of downtown business people and students, faculty and staff from the University of Oklahoma. “We strive to make it effortless to get in and out for those who are on a specific time schedule for lunch,” Rick says. “However, if you're looking for a casual lunch, we have individual outlets at the bar top to allow guests to make themselves comfortable and leisurely work on their laptop.” The Winston’s dinner crowd is as diverse

The Winston is named for both Sir Winston Churchill and Hal Winston Smith, president of the Hal Smith Restaurant Group.

as the community itself. “We love seeing the families every day! Even in this short year, it's been amazing to watch the kids grow up right in front of you. Also, we have the older students who recently graduated from OU.” The Winston runs a special “Two Dolla' Tuesday” menu that includes a variety of single plate items, as well as Chambongs and Mimosas. Weekends, The Winston serves brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to such savory brunch items as their Brunch Burrito and sweeter items like Blueberry Waffles, patrons can enjoy Brunch Mimosas for only $3. Asked about their long-range plans, Rick responds: “We love Norman, and especially being part of the Downtown Norman community. Our goal is to continue to build new relationships in this community, and to build the ones we've already developed. This has THE WINSTON

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GIVING BACK

FOSTERING IN OKLAHOMA

THE NEED IS HUGE, AND SO IS THE RETURN ARTICLE LINDSEY DAVIES

A FAMILY IS WHERE CHILDREN SHOULD FEEL SAFE, WANTED

their biological families or, when that can’t be safely done, adopted

AND WORTHY. When a family must be separated, for just a short

by forever families. When we can’t find a safe placement for the child

while or longer, it’s difficult for everyone involved and, too often, the

with their own family or someone known to the child like a teacher

children are left feeling unloved and alone.

or neighbor, known as a kinship placement, we need to have foster

This is where Oklahoma’s foster families step in. Foster families

families able to step in the gap and offer a safe, temporary home for

help fill a void while attempts are made to ultimately reunite the fam-

the child while their family gets the help they need. We have just over

ily, whenever possible. Unfortunately, there is always a shortage of

4,000 traditional and kinship foster homes statewide and will always

these amazing families. I spoke with Rachel Williamson, recruitment

have the need to recruit additional families. Families can choose the

and development supervisor, Cleveland, Lincoln and Pottawatomie

ages, as well as the needs and behaviors they will accept. The amount

County Child Welfare Services, Foster Care and Adoptions, about

of time it takes to accept your first placement after you have been

the need for more people to foster children and how to get started.

approved varies largely based upon what a family says they will accept. However, we hope our families will be open-minded to the types of

PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT THE NEED FOR

children they will accept into their homes, as we have a great need for

FOSTER FAMILIES IN OKLAHOMA.

families for large sibling groups, teens and children with special needs.

Children come into DHS custody every single day, and we always

Cleveland County has 366 children in DHS custody. Of those, 115

want to have the best family to meet each child’s specific needs. The

are in traditional foster homes and 152 are in kinship foster homes. The

children in custody are ages newborn to 17, and many are part of a

remaining 99 children are in a mixture of placements, such as adop-

sibling group that needs to be placed together, so it is vital to recruit

tive homes, group homes, residential treatment or hospitals, shelters,

foster families who are willing to accept sibling groups. Like every

therapeutic foster care, tribal foster care or trial reunification. Some

child, children coming into state custody have their own unique needs.

are placed outside of Cleveland County, which makes family visitation

Some of the children have learning challenges or medical needs.

and important connections, such as school or friends, more difficult.

Some are LGBTQ. All of the children have experienced some level of

Nineteen siblings are currently separated. We need enough foster fam-

trauma, whether that is from the abuse or neglect they have suffered or

ilies in every community to keep children within their home community

because of their removal from their biological parents and/or siblings.

and close to the people they care about, as well as their own schools.

Often, trauma masks itself as a behavioral problem because children are not able to verbalize their feelings in the same ways as adults. We need foster families who are willing to learn trauma-focused care and put it into practice in their homes for these children.

WHY ARE FOSTER FAMILIES SO IMPORTANT? Foster families serve in multiple roles for children and their families. They are the safe place for the children to be during what is

We are in need of all types of families to foster, including sin-

usually a crisis situation for the biological family. They are also men-

gle parents, married or separated parents, same-sex couples,

tors to the biological family and can help walk them through the pro-

multi-generational households, etc. The needs of every child can-

cess of reunifying with their children. Foster parents often continue

not be met by one specific type of family.

to maintain relationships with their former foster children and their biological parents once reunification has occurred, as a support. We

HOW MANY CHILDREN ARE WAITING FOR PLACEMENT WITH A FOSTER FAMILY? WHAT IS THE NORMAL WAIT TIME? CAN YOU SHARE SOME STATISTICS? As of Jan. 1, we have over 8,000 children in DHS custody statewide. This changes daily as children come into custody, or are reunified with 22

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believe that no child can have too many adults who love them. In some cases, foster parents may provide a permanent home by adopting the children placed in their home if the court determines that reunification is not possible. They are also advocates for the children and their biological families.

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One of our foster parents related the following: "Fostering is so important to me because the kiddos that come into foster care didn't ask to be there. If it weren't for foster parents like myself and many others, there would be no homes for these kiddos to live. The sweet kids in foster care deserve a loving and safe place to call home while their parents get their problems worked out." HOW CAN PEOPLE DECIDE IF FOSTERING MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR THEM? They can call and talk with a recruitment specialist in their county to ask any questions they may have. Sometimes, families are not sure what questions to ask so they can also call a recruitment specialist and say, “Tell me what I need to know about foster care.” Some counties also host information nights for interested families to come and learn about foster care. HOW DOES ONE GET INVOLVED IN FOSTERING? WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS/PREREQUISITES? WHAT TRAINING IS INVOLVED? Foster families must be 21 or older. They can be single, divorced, married or legally separated. They must have space for additional children in their home with an individual bed available for each child. The assessment process for foster families includes multiple background checks, including criminal, driving record, fingerprints, military, child welfare records, public records and sometimes outof-state criminal and child welfare records. It also involves references, a house assessment, a home study and 27 hours of training.

T i p s f o r P r e pa r i n g Yo u r H o m e f o r F o st e r i n g + Prepare a bedroom with beds, dresser, a few toys and clothes for various sizes/ages + Keep extra toothbrushes, pajamas and stuffed animals on hand for late-night placements + Talk to your children about fostering so they know what to expect + Check for potential safety issues in your home + Be sure smoke detectors and fire extinguishers have been tested/batteries changed recently + Expect the unexpected. Sometimes the child who comes to your home is not the one you were expecting, so it is important to be flexible. + Understand that children in foster care have experienced trauma, and they need you to meet them where they are. They need you to help them and their biological families heal. 24

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EXPECTING HOUSE GUESTS? Why not present them with a gift basket that will make them feel welcomed and serve as a reminder of their stay?

“When deciding on what items to put into a gift basket, the first thing I do is take into account the recipient,” says Jocelyn Wall, owner of the International Pantry. For this basket, the recipient is a guest from outside of Oklahoma, so Jocelyn decided to create a basket filled with some of her favorite gourmet Oklahoma treats.

“Choosing a variety of brands with both sweet and savory offerings creates a more interesting basket as well,” she says. “The Eat & Explore Oklahoma cookbook and travel guide gives your guest a fun Oklahoma read. I added the Oklahoma-themed plates since they are a perfect reminder of your guest’s visit to Oklahoma! I found this darling basket with a chalkboard to personalize and offer a warm welcoming!”

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The price range varies, but is typically between $300,000 and $500,000, Farzaneh said. The smallest square footage plan is 2,100 square feet, and lots are a half-acre and up. More information is available through the company website, OKCHomeBuilder.com, or calling 701.5557. Customer Lexie Garrison said that her experience has been nothing but positive.

“Our new house has impacted our lives in so many ways,” she said. “It is much more enjoyable to be at home. The open concept makes it very functional, in the kitchen especially. And we doubled the size of our home when we moved, but because of the quality of the workmanship, our utility expenses did not increase. This is a process that can normally be very stressful for a family, but ours was very smooth. Ali and his crew are wonderful to work with.” March 2019 | Cleveland County Lifestyle

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TIMES PAST

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSEY DAVIES

Norman's ' Time Machine' CLEVELAND COUNTY HAS A RICH AND VIBRANT HISTORY. The Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum preserves and shares this history with the community. At 119 years old, the house has seen every historic and cultural event of the 20th century, including Oklahoma becoming the 46th state in the union. By way of the Santa Fe Railroad, William and Agnes Moore moved to Norman from St. Joseph, Missouri, in the 1890s, along with Mrs. Mooreâ€™s niece, Daisy Lindsay, her husband, Harry, and their daughter, Mary Agnes. Construction began in 1899 at 508 North Peters Ave., the first wealthy and exclusive residential neighborhood in Norman. Spending $5,000 on construction, when most homes in Norman were being built for around $400, William Moore chose the Victorian Princess Anne style of architecture. The family moved in in 1900. In 1907, the Moores moved to Oklahoma City and sold the home to the Lindsay family.

TRAVEL BACK 119 YEARS THROUGH THE MOORE-LINDSAY HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM

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Harry Lindsay, as the president of the

“THE MOORE-LINDSAY HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM FULFILLS ITS MISSION STATEMENT TO ‘RESEARCH, PRESERVE, PUBLICIZE AND PERPETUATE THE HISTORY, GENEALOGY AND EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION, PHOTOS, ARTIFACTS AND PROPERTIES OF CLEVELAND COUNTY AND ITS PEOPLE BY PROVIDING A GLIMPSE INTO NORMAN AND CLEVELAND COUNTY’S HISTORY FROM AROUND 1890 TO 1910,’” SAYS MUSEUM MANAGER AMY PENCE, NOTING THAT SOME 1,500 PEOPLE VISITED THE MUSEUM IN 2018, AN INCREASE OF 60 PERCENT FROM THE YEAR BEFORE.

Norman Grain and Milling Co. and an active member in the community, was another prominent Norman citizen. They moved into the house when their only child, Mary Agnes, was in high school. In 1911, Mary Agnes married Charles Wantland, an OU football player and future coach at Central Oklahoma College (now the University of Central Oklahoma). After living in Edmond and having six children, the family moved into the Norman residence to care for Mrs. Lindsay after her father’s death. The family lived at 508 North Peters for a time before selling the house in the early 1960s. During the 1960s, the house was used for boarding, and was then condemned when it was discovered the original wiring was not up to code. The deterioration continued until 1973, when the City of Norman purchased it for the purpose of housing a county museum. Two years later, the Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum opened. The Cleveland County Historical Society was appointed to operate the museum. Pieces from their collections were placed on display in the house to show the culture and history of Norman and Cleveland County in the late Victorian era (approx. 1890-1910.) CCHS houses their archival collection of furnishings and decorations, artifacts, paper archives, photographs, slides, recordings, books, newspapers and over 5,000 items in the museum’s archive room. While most of the collection is from the 1850s to the 1920s, new materials are being added on an ongoing basis to continue the house’s timeline into the 20th century. Serving as a historical and cultural repository, the museum reflects the people of Cleveland County from the 1889 Land Run to today. Highlights in the collection include Mary Agnes Lindsay’s 1911 wedding dress and a lady’s side saddle ridden in the 1889 Land Run. A chair used as a prop in the photo studio of an early Norman photographer, Emma Coleman, dating from the early

Visiting the Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum is like taking a trip through time.

1900s, also is on display, along with an 1850s rope-style bed and furniture belonging to the Lindsay family.

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TIMES PAST

(CON TI N U ED)

1. The house, inside and out, reflect a Victorian Princess Anne style. 2. Although hair jewelry existed prior to the Victorian era, it was this period that saw it flourish as a trade and private craft in Mourning Jewelry. 3. Museum manager Amy Pence stands on the spiral staircase depicted in the photo she's holding. 4. In this old photo, a young Mary Agnes peeks from behind the railing of the spiral staircase. 38

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“William Chest”

‘Frank’ the

Flood’s

Tool

museum’s

fea-

tured spring exhibit. As an early Norman resident, Flood was a builder, carpenter and contractor in charge of the construction of the first University of Oklahoma building. He also built the first OU president’s home, and he is credited with paving Main Street with brick and installing the first concrete sidewalks in Norman. Flood’s handiwork can be seen in the hand-carved staircase newel

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post he made for the Moore family. The exhibit, which includes the contents of Flood’s tool chest, will remain on display through April 27. Two

Children’s

Spring

Break

History Camps are being offered this year. A Victorian Tea Party for children ages 6 to 10, where kids will learn tea party etiquette while enjoying tea and snacks, is planned March 19. Children ages 8 to 12 will get an inside look into what it’s like to work in the museum and view the archive room while setting up their own displays during Junior Curator Camp, set for March 21. CCHS, governed by a Board of Directors elected annually, meets monthly for discussions relating to running the society and the MooreLindsay Historic House Museum. The Historical Society Board hires a museum manager, oversees the museum’s

operation,

supervises

planning and implementation of programs and acquires, accesses and manages their archive collection. Current officers are Robertson Million, President; Vernon Maddux, VicePresident; Sue Schrems, Treasurer; Riley Million, Secretary; Barbara Million, Historian; and Jeffrey Wilhite, Museum Director

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OPEN HOUSE

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WHEN LOOKING TO BUILD THEIR “FOREVER” HOME, ANTHONY MCDERMID, AIA, RIBA, A PRINCIPAL AT TAP ARCHITECTURE, AND HIS WIFE, AUBREY, HAD A LENGTHY “MUST” LIST. First, they wanted it in the heart of Oklahoma City, where they could get a panoramic view of the downtown skyline. They wanted it to comfortably accommodate both family and guests. He wanted plenty of garage space. And, of course, they wanted it to be beautiful and functional. The Urban Modern-style Brownstone home, situated in Oklahoma City’s Deep Deuce district, checked off all those boxes—and then some. The three-level floor plan was designed by Anthony McDermid and represents a celebration of and collaboration with his partnership with OKC City Planner Aubrey McDermid. Muirfield Homes’ Alan Cheshier was in charge of seeing that the McDermids’ dream house plans were fully carried out. THE FIRST LEVEL The first level of the brownstone includes a conditioned eight-car garage to house Anthony’s collection of classic cars and motorcycles, and to provide a comfortable space for him to work on them. The main entrance foyer serves as the ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER PHOTOGRAPHY STEVE VOELKER

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gateway to the rest of the home, while an elevator and stairway provide access to the home’s second and third levels. The main floor also features a space that doubles as a guest suite and a parttime Man Cave, complete with a bathroom that serves both the suite and garages. THE SECOND LEVEL Here is where the fun really begins, as the second floor features a beautifully appointed open-concept kitchen, dining and living room bathed in light from the western sunset disappearing behind the downtown OKC skyline. A smaller private deck is located off the dining area. The master suite takes up the rest of the second floor, with the exception of a mechanical room that serves as the home’s nerve center and a guest powder bathroom. The master bathroom features his and her vanities, a large spa tub and a separate shower for two. A spacious master closet is provided with access to a gigantic laundry and mudroom with a clever hiding door access for laundry.

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THE THIRD LEVEL

OTHER NOTABLE FEATURES

Two bedroom suites, each with their own bathroom, are located

Alan explains that this incredible urban home was constructed

on the top floor, while a second full-service kitchen provides an

with the thought of the owners having the ability to age in place:

atmosphere conducive to entertaining. Again, the design concept is

an elevator, wide accesses and wide hallways allow occupants

open and modern for the dining and living areas.

and guests to easily access most areas by foot or wheelchair.

The third floor also is the location of the home’s biggest surprise.

The list of other features is long, starting with energy effi-

Large glass doors slide away to reveal an urban outdoor living oasis

ciency. “Open cell, foam insulation in the walls and rafters as

with a panoramic view of downtown OKC. A floating deck, con-

well as between the floors offers both energy efficiency and

structed of Ipe wood, is a softening texture that offers a slice of South

an escape from exterior noise. Geothermal heat and air sup-

America in the middle of downtown.

plies endless hot water and heat with a small carbon footprint,

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Windsor wood windows, LED lighting and accents make the

Deuce, including precise starting and stopping of a more modern

home beautiful and efficient,” Alan says.

linear laid brick to accent the windows that are most visible and

Then there’s the beautiful finishes, including quartz and granite

slate and steel wall sections to accent the upstairs deck,” Alan

countertops, wood flooring, and partially open staircase featuring

says. “A great deal of thought also was paid to the home’s exterior,

exquisite, custom iron railings.

which demonstrates the use of many textures—brick, cast stone,

The home is outfitted with some of the most desired home automation features, including automatic window treatments

slate roof and walls, steel panels and wood—orchestrated together with each playing a part in the symmetry of the home.”

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TODAY’S UPSCALE BATHROOMS ARE A FAR CRY FROM THOSE OF YESTERDAY. They’re generally larger and airier, with more attention to comfort and aesthetics. But perhaps the most eye-catching change in this private domain is the shower. “The hottest style for sliding units today are the open roller or barn door-style doors,” says Chuck Kramer, co-owner of Oklahoma Shower Doors. “Featuring many options in glass and trim, we have doors that are extremely affordable, with prices starting at $995 installed. For those wanting a larger, more luxurious custom enclosure, with top-of-the-line fixtures, Oklahoma Shower Doors can take care of that, too.” The Norman company offers numerous options in hardware styles and finishes, including some of the newer colors of matte black and champagne bronze. For glass styles, Chuck says, clear is the most popular but they also have many patterns that they can use to create distinct designs to match any decor. Have you struggled with keeping your shower glass doors clean? In the past, keeping shower doors clean was nearly impossible, Chuck says, noting that “glass surfaces have imperfections that we can’t see or feel, but water will fill them up and leave soap and mineral residue.” Normal cleaning can’t get to those areas, he explains, so the glass begins to become cloudy and unattractive. To deal with this problem, most companies use a wipe-on or spray-on product that will wear off in time, but Oklahoma Shower Doors

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

CLEVELAND COUNTY

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Bookhaven 40, Norman

$749,000

100%

4.1

Arbor Lake 4, Norman

$629,900

$616,000

97%

Montoro Ridge, Norman

$579,415

$562,065

97%

3.1

Wheatland Estates, SW OKC

$575,000

$565,777

98%

3.1

Fountain View, Norman

$565,000

100%

143

3.1

Southern Preserve, SW OKC

$549,900

100%

3.2

Hallbrooke 6, Norman

$445,000

$420,000

94%

3.1

Vintage Creek, Norman

$429,900

$415,000

96%

420

3.1

Montecito Ranch, Norman

$425,000

$410,000

96%

Turtle Lake, SE OKC

$393,000

$383,000

97%

3.1

Valley View, Norman

$389,500

$373,000

95%

Ross, Norman

$375,000

100%

2.1

The Legacy, SW OKC

$375,000

$360,000

96%

2.2

Larshs First, Norman

$360,000

100%

Apple Estates 3, Moore

$349,900

100%

Williamson Farms, SW OKC

$337,900

$332,000

98%

151

2.1

Rio de Bella, SW OKC

$334,115

100%

356

3.1

Williamson Farms, SW OKC

$320,000

$299,000

93%

2.1

Legacy Sec IV, SW OKC

$304,900

$292,000

96%

2.1

The Waters, Moore

$299,840

100%

Williamson Farms, SW OKC

$299,000

$294,500

98%

110

Rock Creek, Moore

$270,000

$269,000

99%

This data is a sampling of sold properties from last month. Source: OKC/Norman Multiple Listing System.

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BACKWOODS HUNTING & FISHING EXPO

GRAND HOTEL: THE MUSICAL

Oklahoma State Fair Park, OKC

CLEVELAND COUNTY HABITAT'S UPCYCLE BALL

This expo offers visitors an exciting

Weitzenhoffer School of Musical

Featuring

program of attractions, exhibits and

Theatre present Grand Hotel: The

live music; a silent auction; and

seminars with guest experts from a

Musical, March 1-10, Elsie C. Brackett

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wide variety of fields. The Backwoods

Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., Norman.

Come dressed in your best Trashion

Hunting & Fishing Expo will appeal to

1920s extravagance and opulence

Fashion for an opportunity to be

anyone who loves the great outdoors,

sweep across the stage in this Tony

named as the “best dressed," or,

including experienced hunters and

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fishermen, as well as novices. Bring

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25TH ANNUAL NORMAN MARDI GRAS PARADE

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Enjoy some of Oklahoma's best foods,

A NIGHT IN NORMAN CHARITY BALL

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crafts, services and more at the Made

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and Norman's original night parade.

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Break out your best outfit for the

This is a family-friendly parade commu-

Gypsy Glam Roadshow, this one-day

Junior League of Norman's "A Night

nity; canine entries welcome. Theme is

local extravaganza showcases the

in Norman Charity Ball"; it's going

"Silver Reign." Norman Hammon and

state's unique artists, businesses,

to be an evening filled with glitz and

Sheryl Martin are this year's official

food vendors and makers. Shop for

glamour! Tickets include a variety

royalty for their dedication to arts and

one-of-a-kind gifts and goods, sample

of food from local restaurants par-

humanities in Norman for decades.

delicious foods from Oklahoma food

ticipating in the legendary Taster’s

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trucks or taste an assortment of local

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wines. OklahomaGypsyGlam.com

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Elsie C. Brackett Theatre

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dinner, class

drinks

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Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, OKC

carnival-themed

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OMELETTE PARTY: AN EGG-CHANTED FAIRY TALE

Chevy Bricktown Events Center, OKC

15-17 JURASSIC QUEST

a haunted/special FX exhibit room,

Join organizers from the Oklahoma

B-movie style filmmakers and fun

City Museum of Art at the Chevy

Jurassic Quest is the largest and

workshops. Support local artists

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O'CONNELL'S ST. PAT'S 8K RUN

SPRING BREAK AT THE ORR FAMILY FARM

CLEVELAND COUNTY CRAFT SHOW

comes everyone out to celebrate

Spend your spring break on the farm.

The Cleveland County Craft Show

the upcoming holiday by wearing

Play on the farm's outdoor attrac-

in Norman features home deco-

their green accessories and attire.

tions, from the farm fun yard and

rating, handmade, seasonal and

Whether you choose to walk or run

hay mountain to the giant slide and

specialty items presented by over

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play areas. have fun in the animal

90 crafters. This event has been

Afterwards, stop by O'Connell's

barn, pedal cars and jumping pillows.

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KID'S FEST

CAFFEINE CRAWL OKC

PARSONS DANCE

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Center Theater, OKC

inflatables, face painting, meet-and-

metro area will not want to miss

This modern dance company is

greet photos with Disney characters

the annual Caffeine Crawl. Meet

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drinks and head to some terrific

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play games to earn prizes. Enjoy live

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