Escape to the indoors and discover new ways to live in luxury. Local builders have come together to showcase the latest in building products and design trends for a tour benefitting the Variety Care Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing primary health care to low-income families. “These homes represent two versions of complete luxury for […]
Christina Nihira
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Do the ’due
Fondue at The Melting Pot Credit: Jordan Ensminger But the temperatures haven’t gotten the memo yet. So when the kiddos come home from school ready for dinner, heating up the oven might be the last thing you feel like doing. You might not think it’s possible for a meal to be as kid-friendly as it […]
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Downward-facing puppy
The Yoga Room, 4027 N. Classen Blvd., holds yoga classes for youngsters that emphasize flexibility and focus through various postures and breathing exercises. Led by instructor Kelly Wessels, the next session begins 3:45 p.m. Monday. Geared toward children ages 5 to 12, the class will have a backto-school theme. “It will be fun,” said Wessels. […]
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Get the scoop
Robby Brookshire, Sarah Parker and Martha Corkum at Kaiser’s Credit: Shannon Cornman Besides, somebody has to celebrate National Ice Cream month, an annual tradition established by President Ronald Reagan. That 1984 proclamation called for the people of the United States to observe this event with “appropriate ceremonies and activities.” The only suitable response, therefore, is […]
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Wine wedding
It might seem overwhelming at first — among the many tasks to complete before the big day — but wine is a crucial detail. Tradition dictates you sample the wedding menu and the cake in advance, so it’s important you imbibe a bit, as well. Aside from preferences, it’s wise to consider several factors that […]
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Getting scrappy
Best of all, the dirty work is done for free by bazillions of invisible, bacterial workers that never take breaks, vacations or even ask for raises. The result is compost. “The value is black gold,” said Zitterkob, co-founder of Fertile Ground Compost Services with Craghead. At any given time, the duo has piles of what […]
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Chain gang
Mark Hancock The National Golf Foundation reported 157 course closures across the country in 2011, which outpaced the number of course openings for the fifth consecutive year. Meanwhile, disc golf — second cousin to the venerable sport of kings — is gaining fans. Instead of using clubs, disc golfers negotiate the course while throwing a […]
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Feminine frames
For the fourth year, Lunafest — a traveling festival of short films by, for and about women — arrives in Oklahoma City. Screening Friday at Lyric Theatre after a cocktail party, the event benefits World Neighbors’ Work of Women and the Breast Cancer Fund. This year’s lineup features nine films on a variety of subjects. […]
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Raw appeal
Along the sleek steel counters, you’re more likely to spot heaps of freshly pared fruit and vegetables than a stack of dirty dishes. Jars of herbs, spices, nuts and seeds sit neatly organized on a shelf. And against the wall, a dehydrator stands uniformly at attention. The facility is the nation’s first raw foods academy. […]
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Nuts for coconuts
Popularized by such celebs as Madonna, Rihanna, Alex Rodriguez and Matthew McConaughey, the clear liquid found inside young, green coconuts is quickly growing in popularity. While the taste is slightly acerbic, it is touted as natural hydration — especially after a postworkout session — and it might offer a host of other health benefits. The […]