With all of the hoopla surrounding the opening of the new outlet mall in Northwest Oklahoma City I was a little hesitant to go and visit them for myself. One reason is that I happened to drive by the mall soon after it opened and saw that people were parking on the side of the street almost a half mile away just to go shopping. I promptly decided that I was going to avoid the onslaught of the shopping lemmings and the mall until after it had died down.
The Outlet Shoppes at Oklahoma City
December 31st, 2011 · No Comments
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Events in Oklahoma City in January 2012
December 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Happy New Year!! 2012 is here, and it brings many different events with it. Start the new year off by attending one of these great events in Oklahoma City.
Every Monday in January is Free Admission Monday at the OKC Zoo! Check out the amazing animals for free!
Jan. 3 – OKC Thunder vs. Portland Trail Blazers at the Chesapeake Energy Arena
Jan. 6 – OKC Thunder vs. Houston Rockets at the Chesapeake Energy Arena
Jan. 7 & 8 – Redland Rendezvous Volleyball Tournament at the Cox Convention Center
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events in Oklahoma City
December 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the third Monday of every January, and this year, that date is the 16th (Dr. King’s actual birthday is the 15th). This national holiday is celebrated in a variety of ways. This year, there are several events going on in Oklahoma City.
The day will start off with a prayer breakfast at 7:00 am. It will be held at the Reed Conference Center at Rose State College in Midwest City, and there is a cost of $10 per person to cover food. At 9:00 am, a silent march will begin at the Freedom Center in OKC. The march, a tribute to the marches done as part of the civil rights movement, will end at the Oklahoma History Center.
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Oklahoma City is Home to the First Matthew Kenney Academy
November 30th, 2011 · 1 Comment
We’ve got a number of unique things in Oklahoma City, and we’ve recently added one more: the first licensed Raw and Living Foods educational center in the world! The Matthew Kenney Academy, which was formerly called 105degrees, provides future chefs with the skills they need to produce amazing meals featuring only raw and living foods. The academy is the brainchild of chef Matthew Kenney and OKC resident Dara Prentice. It’s connected to the Matthew Kenney restaurant.
The academy’s curriculum focuses on using organic, whole, and unprocessed foods to create an amazing meal that is healthy and flavorful. The academy was previously named 105 degrees because that’s the temperature food must be keep under in order for it to keep its natural enzymes.
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The Spirit of Giving
November 30th, 2011 · 1 Comment
The holiday season is upon us, and many people are shopping, planning parties, and preparing to celebrate. But here in Oklahoma, just like all over the world, there are those who aren’t as blessed as others. There are a number of needy families who simply don’t have the means to provide a cheerful holiday for their children, and there are some who are completely alone during the holiday season. Oklahomans have always shown their giving spirit all year ‘round, but we really dig into our pockets during the holidays to make everyone feel loved. If you’re in Oklahoma City during December, here are some organizations you can give to who will pass it on to those who truly need it.
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Santa is Coming!
November 28th, 2011 · 1 Comment
Oklahoma City’s Downtown in December events have already begun, even though it’s not quite December yet. Downtown in December, now in its ninth year, started on November 25th and will run to January 1st. Many of the events and activities are traditional ones that we’ve seen in years past, but there are a few new things to enjoy. Even better, since a number of Oklahoma corporations are sponsoring events, some of them are completely free!
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November, 2011, Events in Oklahoma City
October 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Will you be in Oklahoma City during November? If so, you might be interested in some of these events going on during this beautiful fall month.
Nov. 1 – Edward Knight performs with the OCU Philharmonic at the OCU Petree Hall
Nov. 1-1/7/12– John Paul Philippe’s exhibit at [Artspace] at Untitled
Nov. 2 – Flaming Festival at the OKC Golf and Country Club
Nov. 3-1/30/12 – Colors of Dream at the UCO Nigh Center
Nov. 3 – Romeros Guitar Quartet plays at the Armstrong Auditorium
Nov. 3 – Ben Folds with the OKC Philharmonic at the Civic Center
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25th Annual Fall Peace Festival
October 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Well, time is starting to tick down! If you’re looking for some really unique or different gifts, we’ve got just the thing for you: the 25th Annual Fall Peace Festival. This festival features more than 50 different local craftsmen and social justice groups. It will be held on Saturday, November 12, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission is completely free, too!
The festival has two main features: shopping and entertainment. Who doesn’t love at least one of those? The shopping feature will be handled by local groups and artists. You’ll find jewelry, clothing, and many other decorative items just in time for the holidays. Plus, you’re sure to find at least one great holiday gift for someone.
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Eating Organic in Oklahoma City
October 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Recently a number of Farmer’s Markets have begun to open in the Oklahoma City area. There have always been the local farmer’s cooperatives and markets in the area like at OSU in OKC and the downtown area. However, the new ones like Sunflower Market and Whole Foods are larger chains, and this was a new development into the usual meat and potatoes world of Oklahoma.
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Beans & Leaves Offers a Great Cup of Joe
October 31st, 2011 · No Comments
Good coffee shops are hard to come by, especially in Oklahoma City. Sure, we have dozens of Starbucks and a few good, local coffee shops like Will’s, but sometimes, it means going out of the way. That’s why I’m glad Beans & Leaves has opened up on Pennsylvania Ave. It’s right after the intersection of Penn and 36th in a small shopping center, and it’s located in an area that seems to have no coffee shops at all (there’s not even a Starbucks nearby!).
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