From the flute to the tuba, kids will be able to take their pick Tuesday at Oklahoma City University Wind Philharmonic’s 10th annual Children’s Concerts and Instrumental Petting Zoo. Three free concerts will take place in OCU’s Wanda L. Bass Music Center, 2501 N. Blackwelder, followed by instrumental “petting zoos” after the first two, which […]
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Earth-friendly
Kids and their families can enjoy earth-friendly seminars and activities, including crafts that involve using recycled materials, as well as creek explorations where children can net fish and other reptiles. Casey Lindo, naturalist for Martin Park, said that EarthFest is a great opportunity for children to get outside and explore. “It’s important for kids to […]
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Rural Alva advantage
Richey captures the beauty of his small town of Alva in a unique way, said Alyson Atchison of the Oklahoma City Arts Council. “The viewers really get to see Alva through his eyes. He shoots the town in a way that he makes everything seem beautiful and interesting,” she said. “The framing and composition within […]
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Modern architecture on display
The self-guided tour allows guests to visit some of the metro’s most unique architectural destinations, including residences and commercial buildings that showcase the important role architecture plays in the community, said Melissa Hunt, the chapter’s executive director. “I think people will enjoy seeing all of the different styles and varieties of architecture in OKC,” she […]
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Art gets a sense of humor
The show highlights the humorous side of more than two dozen participating artists. All of the pieces make light of different aspects of American Indian culture. Examples include a piece titled “Don’t Squeeze the Shaman,” and another that depicts Sitting Bull as Superman. Benjamin Harjo Jr., creator of “Humor Without Reservations,” said it’s important to […]
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It’s a puzzle
Over the course of his career as a constructor of crosswords, the Ponca City native has seen his work appear in such publications as The New York Times, Los Angeles Times and Newsday. But he didn’t always know it was something out of which he could make a career. “I first discovered my liking for […]
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Not your average race
Camels and ostriches will invade Sunday at Remington Park, 1 Remington Place, for the second annual Extreme Racing event. Last year, the event attracted more than 10,000 people to the track; this year, between 18,000 and 20,000 people are expected, said Scott Wells, Remington Park president and general manager. “Kids are used to seeing these […]
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Kids get opportunity to ‘Shine On’
“Shine On!” will show kids and their parents how to build simple circuits using LED lights, which they then will turn into an accessory that can be worn, said Laura Vaughn, education officer for the museum. “The workshop is very hands-on and allows the kids to get up-close and personal with science,” she said. “I […]
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Woman power
In her newest exhibit, “Our Lady of the Perpetual Pin-Up,” now on display at the a.k.a. Gallery, 3001 Paseo, she uses mixed-media collages of vintage paper combined with hand embroidery to comment on what it’s like to be a woman in today’s American culture. In “You Wanna Meat?” and other works, Marilyn Artus examines society’s […]
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Leaving a ‘Legacy’
“Living Legacy” features the wood and bronze sculptures of Willard Stone and his son, Jason. The elder Stone passed away in 1985, but his son carries on the craft, said Erin Page, director of communications and marketing for the museum. “A lot of common themes in their work is the strong connection that they have […]