Articles by Joe Harwell
Tulsa’s guitar man extraordinaire
Featured Article 'Who's gonna steal the show, baby, you know it's the guitar man" Article by Joe Harwell Photography by Ken Ames Originally published in Tulsa City Lifestyle Multi-instrumentalist Tulsa jazz musician Joesf Glaude studied music at Christopher Newport College in Virginia. He then became the Head Guitar Professor at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa before leaving to pursue music exclusively, focusing on small groups, solo acoustic, and harp guitar.
PASSION AND COMPASSION FOR SAVING PETS
Formed in late 2020, Oklahoma Pet Collective Society, a/k/a The Fur BnB, is a no-kill facility. They are all about saving the lives of unwanted, abandoned, abused and neglected animals in Oklahoma. In addition to rescue, OPCS vaccinates, spays, neuters and places animals in loving homes, locally and out of state. Angel Woodstock, who handles day-to-day operations, and Chris and Denise Mink, owners of Med Pharm, met through animal rescue, which they all have supported their entire lives.
Safe rooms
Safe rooms are above ground metal structures inside a home or garage secured to reinforced concrete, providing a safe haven when your family is threatened by severe weather or intruders. When equipped with a highly secure lock, safe rooms double as a walk in safe to store jewelry, important papers, guns and other valuables. The unique keys can only be duplicated with signature authorization by the owner.
The 28th Annual Oklahoma Renaissance Festival
Celebrate the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival in 1569 Castleton on Saturdays and Sundays, April 27th - June 2nd, plus Memorial Day, May 27th, 10:30am - 6pm. Queen Elizabeth and her Court of Nobles welcome visitors to weekly themes with additional visiting Kings and Queens.
Oklahoma’s 4’ 11” Music Gladiator
Want to start a publication? Learn More Featured Article The Spitfire Nation is alive and well Article by Joe Harwell Photography by Provided Originally published in Tulsa City Lifestyle Fair warning, this is written from the perspective of a fan. In January I looked forward to my early morning phone call with musician Jordan Rainer. Like many Okies, I followed her last year on The Voice as a member of team Reba McEntire. After exchanging introductions, I asked what her day looked like.
A Seventy-One-Year Old Love Story
Tulsa Couple Began their Romance Exchanging Glances in Church Article by Joe Harwell Photography by Acrylic Asylum Art Originally published in Tulsa City Lifestyle The seventy-one-year romance between Phil and Emily Wood began with exchanging glances in autumn 1941 at church in Summit, NJ. The sixteen-year-old high school seniors were also witnessing Hitler rolling through Europe via newsreels and newspapers.
Holiday Lights and Activities in Muskogee
Two dazzling drive-through holiday displays Article by Joe Harwell Originally published in Tulsa City Lifestyle Celebrate holiday traditions at The Castle of Muskogee and The Garden of Lights at Honor Heights Park with dazzling, lighted, drive-through displays, 5:30 pm to 10 pm every night from Thanksgiving Day through New Year’s Eve. Take a leisurely drive through Castleton Village filled with thousands of holiday lights and displays.
It’s Halloween, Everyone’s Entitled to a Good Scare
Consider yourself warned! BWAHAHAHAHA Article by Joe Harwell Photography by Kathyann Photo Originally published in Tulsa City Lifestyle The Halloween Festival at the Castle of Muskogee is held on Fridays and Saturdays during October 2023. Matt Hiller, Vice President at The Castle said, “We have been working hard to ensure top thrills for visitors of all ages.” Becky White, General Manager explains, “The Halloween festival theme for the season is set in 1869 Castleton.
Now, imagine …
When we need to be away from home for a few days for surgery or other medical treatment, our support system of family and friends takes care of things in our absence. They check our mail, water plants, and most important, care for our beloved pets. Now, imagine needing a few days of medical care and being homeless with a beloved pet. Being homeless is a primary barrier preventing those pet owners from receiving care.
The Mighty Gladiator
The 2023 Jeep® Gladiator, engineered from the ground up to be the most off-road capable Jeep truck ever, builds on a rich heritage of tough, dependable trucks with an unmatched combination of rugged utility, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, clever functionality and versatility. General Manager, Jay Moore, at South Pointe Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Tulsa points out there are option packages and trim levels for a wide variety of uses.
“Take me riding in a car, car.” Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan may not be known for penning the ultimate car song, but Tulsan Lonnie Sherry is the definition of a true automotive enthusiast. Lonnie and his wife own five show quality rides; three Corvettes, a 59, 71, and 2011, plus a 64 short-bed Chevy pickup and a 2016 Alpha Romeo 4C. The car bug bit him early. When Lonnie was young, his father bought three, 1929 Fords. One to drive, one for parts, and one for Lonnie to drive when he turned fifteen. A 29 Ford for a first car. That’s beyond cool.
Time Travel in Muskogee
Intrigue, mythical creatures, and entertainment Every weekend, from April 29th through June 4th, journey to 1569 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth 1 at The Castle of Muskogee’s Renaissance Festival located at 3400 W. Fern Mountain Road. Join the celebration as Elizabeth 1 entertains royal guests from Avalon, France, Spain, Scotland, Rome, and the Spice Roads. April 29th - 30th is a Fantasy weekend with a visit from King Oberon of Avalon.
For the love of arts and roses
Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2 the “Festival of Festivals” in Broken Arrow combines the 10th anniversary of the Rose District, “Chalk It Up!” an Art Festival, and the 8th annual Broken Arrow Rose Festival. All Events are free to the public. Galea Albano of Keep Broken Arrow Beautiful points out, “Shortly after Broken Arrow was formed in 1902, a tradition began of planting roses at homes and along city streets.
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