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His locks may not be as free-flowing, and actress Linda Evans is no longer at his side, but Yanni still has that contemporary-classical instrumental thing all sewn up. Touring on last year’s No. 1 New Age album, Truth of Touch, the world-famous pianist performs at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker. Tickets are $45-$125. Call 297-2264 or visit okcciviccenter.com.

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Let your heart race — again! — at Remington Park, 1 Remington Park, as the venue opens its live thoroughbred racing season at 6:30 p.m. Friday. With expectations to set an all-time attendance record this year, the season continues Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 18, then Wednesdays to Saturdays through Dec. 9. Admission is free. Call 424-1000 or visit remingtonpark.com.

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The collective creative space known as The Society, 1609 Blackwelder, turns one year young with an anniversary party from 7 p.m. to midnight Friday. The fun includes music from Jabee, Josh Sallee, Mont Lyons, Jumpship Astronaut, Tele Mori and An Airbag Saved My Life; live painting from Bunky Echo-Hawk; beer from Mustang Brewery; and much more. Admission is free. Visit thesocietyokc.com.

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• Tele Mori's Sounds from a Broken Music Box CD review  

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Apparently, people love reading about vampires. That’s good news for bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon, who specializes in urban fantasy with hits like The Dream-Hunter and Bad Moon Rising. She’ll read from and sign copies of her brand-new, 22nd novel, Time Untime, 7 p.m. tonight at Barnes & Noble, 6100 N. May. She also promises “plenty of prizes.” Call 843- 9300 or visit bn.com, and read our interview with Kenyon at okgazette.com.

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• Sherrilyn Kenyon interview

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Make love, not war. Also, Make Art, Not Trash, according to the women behind the Fringe gallery, 4027 N. Classen Blvd. The environmentally conscious art show features works using materials that normally would be discarded. See how junk can become gems, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, through Aug. 18. Admission is free. Call 698-0278 or visit fringeokc.com.

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• Fringe feature

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Pleased with the reception deadCENTER audiences gave his 2009 film, Weather Girl, actor/ writer/director Blayne Weaver returns to town with his R-rated follow-up, 6 Month Rule. Starring Natalie Morales (TV’s Parks and Recreation), Martin Starr (TV’s Party Down) and Kids in the Hall alum Dave Foley, the indie rom-com screens exclusively at 7:30 p.m. Monday at AMC Quail Springs Mall 24, 2501 W. Memorial. Visit tugg.com/events/1099.

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Represent, Norman! On the heels of last year’s Guitar Slinger hit album, homeboy Vince Gill returns for a 9 p.m. Friday concert at WinStar World Casino, 777 Casino in Thackerville. The country superstar has earned more Grammys than any male artist in his genre — 27! — so we understand he’s pretty darn good. Tickets are $40-$60. Call 800-622-6317 or visit winstarworldcasino.com.

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The Blooming Currents of Oklahoma artist Chad Mount will be showcased from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday at MidwestMedia Studio, 1614 N. Gatewood. On display through August, the exhibition focuses on pieces inspired by the ocean abyss, and a film on Mount will debut at the event, part of the monthly Plaza District’s Live on the Plaza festival. Admission is free. Call 524-6600 or visit midwest-media.com.

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As clockwork as owing taxes is the Oklahoma Pastel Society’s annual Small Works show — always a big deal! With pretty li’l pieces from 20 members, this year’s exhibition begins with a 6-10 p.m. Friday reception at Adelante! Gallery, 3003 Paseo, and is viewable thereafter Thursdays through Saturdays until Sept. 1. Admission is free. Call 214-587-7686 or visit adelantegallery.com.

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Have you recently hidden the corpse of a secret lover you killed? If so, do not attend Reading Minds, 8 p.m. Saturday at The Boom, 2218 N.W. 39th! From the stage, magician and mentalist William Rader will probe personal thoughts for the entertainment of all. Impossible, you say? Don’t say we didn’t warn you, soon-to-be convicted felon. Tickets are $12. Call 928-1987 or visit williamrader.net.

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In case you missed the acclaimed time-travel comedy Safety Not Guaranteed earlier this summer because you were too busy watching Hulk smash Loki for the fourth or fifth time, make penance at 5:30 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, or 2 p.m. Sunday. That’s when the indie film screens at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch. Tickets are $5-$8. Call 236-3100 or visit okcmoa.com.

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Carrie Underwood may be an Okie, but OKG7 holds a soft spot for Kelly Clarkson. The first American Idol is back on top with her fifth album, Stronger, and will perform her hits 7 p.m. Saturday at WinStar World Casino, 777 Casino Ave. in Thackerville, as will piano-rockers The Fray. Tickets are $90-$110 — buy one, get one free! Call 800-622-6317 or visit winstarworldcasino.com.

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Help the Wormy Dog Saloon celebrate its 20th anniversary with a three-day party of the best boot-kickin’ music for which the Bricktown bar at 311 E. Sheridan is known. From Thursday to Saturday, acts include Jason Boland, Cody Canada, Charlie Robison, The Damn Quails and pictured Kyle Park. Tickets are $30-$35 per day, or $70 for all. Call 601-6276 or visit wormydog.com.

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I’m Crazy for You. Touch me once and you’ll know it’s true. Excuse the Madonna lyrics, because we should be quoting those Gershwin brothers. Crazy stages at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at Sooner Theatre, 101 E. Main in Norman. The musical comedy includes timeless hits like “I Got Rhythm” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.” Tickets are $10. Call 321-9600 or visit soonertheatre.org.

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We’re three months away from the start of a new NBA season, but you can get a preview of sorts when the Thunder Girls hold their final auditions at 7 p.m. Thursday at Riverwind Casino, 1544 State Highway 9 in Norman. The public is invited to witness just who will be shaking her pompoms while grown men play with balls. Admission is free. Visit thunder.nba.com.

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