Mid-Week Market, fresh, delectable local fruits, vegetables and other goods, 4-8 p.m., Aug. 14, 21. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno, 445-7080, myriadgardens.org. WED, WED Flapjack Fundraiser, all proceeds to benefit the basketball program for the Air Stars Basketball Club., 8-10 a.m., Aug. 17. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill, 3521 S. Broadway, Edmond, 478-1716. SAT Paint N’ […]
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Mid-Week Market, fresh, delectable local fruits, vegetables and other goods, 4-8 p.m., Aug. 14, 21. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno, 445-7080, myriadgardens.org. WED, WED Flapjack Fundraiser, all proceeds to benefit the basketball program for the Air Stars Basketball Club., 8-10 a.m., Aug. 17. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill, 3521 S. Broadway, Edmond, 478-1716. SAT Paint N’ […]
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The culinary cutting edge
Chef Russ Johnson of Ludivine BY: Shannon Cornman New business concepts are popping up daily, and just as the city has undergone a rebirth, so, too, have its culinary offerings. Restaurants such as Ludivine, 805 N. Hudson, and Tamazul, 5820 N. Classen Blvd., in Oklahoma City and Local, 2262 W. Main, in Norman are changing […]
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Look who’s Tonking
Like a local Zelig, Friedman — whose father owned Horn Trader Music, where many local musicians got their start — was the mastermind behind Inner State Studio, which produced such acts as The Reverb Brothers, as well as being the brains behind the Acoustic Oklahoma online series. But at the height of his success, he […]
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OKG7 iced coffee and tea stops
Coffee Commission309 S. Bryant, Edmondcoffeecommissionedmond.com285-8566 Try its iced coffee for those hot summer days. In-house, enjoy a Chemex brew, an infusion method similar to drip coffee, or a refreshing iced black tea. Elemental Coffee Roasters815 N. Hudsonelementalcoffeeroasters.com604-9766 Come and study, bask in the delicious and always fresh-roasted aroma permeating the space or simply enjoy an […]
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Various artists — Support Local Heroes: Vol 1
But music has more to offer than just fun and games. And with the sting of May’s natural disasters still weighing heavy on Oklahomans, Support Local Heroes: Vol 1 — a 10-song compilation of Chevy Music Showcase artists benefitting ongoing disaster-relief efforts — seeks to provide both spiritual and financial aid for those affected by […]
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OKG7 lovers of local
The Red Cup3122 N. Classen Blvd.redcupokc.com525-3430 This earthy, hippie dive frequently features chef specials. Red Cup’s apricot squares will change your life. Every Thursday, enjoy a completely vegan three- to four-course dinner. The Earth Cafe & Deli746 Asp, Norman573-5933 From garlic naan and palak paneer to black bean burgers on German rye bread with a […]
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Music Made Me: Laura Leighe
Nichole Nordeman, Wide Eyed (1998) This woman will forever be one of the greatest singer/songwriter/pianists on the planet. Her honest lyrics, hauntingly moving chord choices and beautifully pure voice elevate your soul to a new, better place than you were before. It was in high school that I discovered Christian music, and Nichole was a […]
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Jail it
Jail it For his latest exhibition, Invisible Eve, local photographer Yousef Khanfar took black-and-white portraits of women behind bars for nonviolent crimes. Their personal messages appear beside the photos, which go on display at Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum, 1400 Classen Drive, beginning with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. The exhibit runs through […]
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Norman Music Festival 6: Day 3
Best Time Warp: JD McPherson For about an hour, Norman wasn’t in the year 2013, but instead 1953. Broken Arrow native JD McPherson has turned the success of his debut, Signs & Signifiers, into spots on Conan and more, and Norman got a chance to see just what it is NPR and the like have […]