The award-winning Red Earth Festival, recognized as one of America’s top art festivals, has been rescheduled to Labor Day Weekend, September 5-6, at the Grand Casino Hotel & Resort located minutes east of Oklahoma City on I-40 near Shawnee. During the first weekend of September, Oklahoma City will be the center of western and Native […]
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PRESS RELEASE Not Alone OK musicians advocate for teen/adult suicide prevention
While the current health crisis has led many to experience fear and isolation, it has also provided an opportunity for people to come together in support of those who are in need. The COVID-19 crisis has been especially difficult for individuals who struggle with mental health issues. Brandon Ross, a member of the band Grandpa […]
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PRESS RELEASE Neighborhood Arts Online
Neighborhood Arts, a collaboration between Arts Council Oklahoma City’s All Access Arts program and the Metropolitan Library System, will be available online this summer. Neighborhood Arts is a summer staple that provides performances for families across the metro that are fun, free, and interactive. “Summer is our busiest time at the library,” says Kristin Williamson, […]
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PRESS RELEASE Oklahoma Historical Society Research Center reopened to the public June 2
The Oklahoma Historical Society Research Center reopened to the public on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Its hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The Research Center is located inside the Oklahoma History Center at 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive in Oklahoma City. Due to COVID-19, the Research Center has implemented […]
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PRESS RELEASE Science Museum Oklahoma reopens
Following a historic closure, Science Museum Oklahoma is making plans to reopen its doors on June 1 with comprehensive new safety precautions, ticket processes and changes to the way guests will explore SMO. “Since temporarily closing our doors in March to support community health efforts in containing the spread of COVID-19, our staff have been […]
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PRESS RELEASE Nonprofit snow cone stand employs at-risk youth and offers financial literacy training
A business with a sweet purpose is expanding its mission. Sasquatch Shaved Ice, a program of the Homeless Alliance, is expanding from its original location in The Plaza District and launching a second stand located in Bricktown. Thanks to a grant from the Arnall Family Foundation, Sasquatch Shaved Ice is growing its program to provide […]
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PRESS RELEASE Phased re-opening of Oklahoma City Municipal Court set to begin June 1
Unless public health conditions significantly deteriorate, the phased re-opening of Oklahoma City Municipal Court will begin June 1. “We’ve been planning carefully to minimize the COVID-19 exposure risk for every visitor and employee in our building as we begin our phased re-opening,” said Municipal Court Administrator LaShawn Thompson. “We’ve made changes to our policies and […]
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PRESS RELEASE Inaugural Civics Con will highlight Oklahoma engagement on May 29
Civics Con, a virtual convention about civics, voting and elections, will be held on Friday, May 29, 2020, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., hosted by a collective of Oklahoma-based organizations. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this inaugural event will be live-streamed, featuring experts from across the country, discussing the issues facing our local communities […]
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PRESS RELEASE Mayor Holt, Oklahoma City Council appoint MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board members
Mayor David Holt and the Oklahoma City Council appointed 10 volunteer residents and one rotating Council member to the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board. The board will make recommendations to the City Council for planning and implementing MAPS 4. It will meet monthly, with its first meeting as early as July. “The Citizens Advisory Board […]
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PRESS RELEASE Summer Breeze 20th anniversary concert series announced
Summer Breeze 20th Anniversary Concert Series is happening! In an effort to make sure that everyone gets their summer dose of live original music, The Depot is partnering with KGOU Radio to bring you the Summer Breeze Concert Series live on-air beginning May 24 at 7:00pm. Normally held in Lion’s Park, this year we’re bringing […]