Yoko Hill has been writing and reading poetry in Oklahoma City since the early aughts. Her favorite topics include humanity, math, politics and electrons. She is the current chairperson for Red Dirt Poetry, a nonprofit organization that seeks to support, educate and promote Oklahoma poets. Red Dirt Poetry has moved its weekly Wednesday night readings […]
Red Dirt Poetry
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Red Dirt Poetry offers a platform to seasoned and aspiring poets alike
The room is at capacity and there’s anticipation in the air similar to that before a rock concert. The energy is positive and edgy. There are inevitably the guys and gals who walk into Sauced on the Side, 2912 Paseo Drive, to grab a cocktail or beer and get curious. “Not a night passes that […]
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Save Coffy’s Cafe!
It is scheduled from noon to 10 p.m. May 7. Coffy’s, 1739 N.W. 16th, is located in the Plaza District. Hudgens said that owner Janice Francis Smith, aka Coffy, is an amazing person. “I want to make sure this wonderful place stays open,” says Hudgens. “She has been instrumental in providing the community with a […]