America turns 250 this year, and communities across Oklahoma are marking the milestone with fireworks, live music, parades and patriotic celebrations. Whether you’re staying close to home or taking a short road trip, these events offer something for every age. Pack your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy an Independence Day to remember. Red, White […]
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Screen Time
Disclosure Day Spielberg is arguably one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time. Be it shark-infested waters, a T-Rex terrorizing an amusement park or a Reese’s Pieces-eating alien, he knows how to capture paralyzing terror and the magic and awe of discovery in a cinematic fashion. His intellectual curiosity and childlike sense […]
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50 Summers of “Fame”
For 50 summers, the most promising emerging artists in our state have descended on Quartz Mountain State Park & Lodge in remote southwestern Oklahoma. There they spend part of their summer studying with outstanding professional artist-mentors active in their respective fields, exploring new creative skills, bonding with peers and enjoying a well-earned camp at Oklahoma’s […]
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OG Picks – July
Festivals & Fairs Paseo First Friday Gallery WalkJuly 3, 6-9pm, Paseo Arts DistrictEvery first Friday year round.thepaseo.org Upcycle Mini FestJuly 11, 10am-4pmOKC Farmers Public Marketokcfarmersmarket.com Second Friday Norman Art WalkJuly 10, 6-9pm, Norman Arts CouncilEvery second Fridaynormanarts.org/2ndfridayartwalk LIVE! on The PlazaJul 10, 6pm Plaza DistrictEvery Second Fridayplazadistrict.org Bastille Day Celebration at Le ParisienJuly 14, beginning […]
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Free Will Astrology – July
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Archaeologists studying ancient wells have discovered that some weren’t finished in a single effort. Communities might dig to the current water table, use the well for years, then probe further down when water levels dropped or needs increased. This is a useful metaphor for you, Aries. As of yet, you don’t […]
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OKC Zoo welcomes sixth endangered Asian elephant calf
OKC Zoo welcomes sixth endangered Asian elephant calf The Oklahoma City Zoo is celebrating the arrival of its sixth endangered Asian elephant calf after 31-year-old Asha gave birth to a female on Friday, June 26. The calf arrived nearly two months ahead of schedule, making the birth an early surprise for the Zoo’s elephant care […]
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Factory Obscura launches RECORD+PLAY interactive summer experience
Visitors to Factory Obscura’s immersive art installation MIX-TAPE can take a more active role this summer through RECORD+PLAY, a new interactive experience that blends performance, storytelling and creative collaboration. Running on select dates through July, RECORD+PLAY invites guests to journey through the colorful world of MIX-TAPE while uncovering hidden clues, interacting with performers and contributing […]
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Oklahoma National Guard Museum opens new facility in Oklahoma City
A new chapter in Oklahoma’s military history is now open to the public. The Oklahoma National Guard Museum celebrated its grand opening last week, unveiling a new facility designed to tell the story of Oklahoma’s Army and Air National Guard from pre-statehood through the present day. The museum’s opening follows action taken during the 2021 […]
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America’s Freedom Bell to Stop at National Cowboy Museum on June 26
America’s Freedom Bell will make a special stop at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum on Friday, June 26, giving visitors an opportunity to honor U.S. military service members and veterans as the bell continues its cross-country journey ahead of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Guests will be invited to ring the bell in honor […]
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Red Shoe Rendezvous returns Aug. 29 to benefit Ronald McDonald House families
Ronald McDonald House Charities Oklahoma City (RMHC-OKC) will host its annual Red Shoe Rendezvous fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The event begins at 6 p.m. and raises funds to support families with seriously ill or injured children receiving medical care in Oklahoma City. Guests can expect an evening of […]