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| Peter Pan | Friday May 9 |
First produced on Broadway with Mary Martin and Cyril Richard and more recently a major hit starring Cathy Rigby, this is one of the world's most celebrated musicals. With all the charm of Barrie's classic tale of the boy who never grew up, Peter Pan is a fantastic journey which brings Tinker Bell, John, Michael, Wendy, the pirates, Indians and Never Never Land to life in an endearing musical treat for the entire family. Performance begins at 8pm.
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| Carpenter Square Theatre: Expecting Isabel | Friday May 9 |
Carpenter Square Theatre presents Expecting Isabel, a comedy by Lisa Loomer. May 9-31.
"This comedy follows the adventures of a New York couple trying to have a baby – by any means necessary. Their difficulties conceiving lead them on an "Alice in Wonderland-esque" odyssey through the booming baby business as they negotiate the fertility trade, the adoption industry and their own families."
Curtain times: 8 p.m. for Friday, and Saturday performances;7:30 p.m. for Thursday performances; and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees.
Individual tickets are $18. For more information, call the Box Office (405) 232-6500 or visit carpentersquare.com.
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| Narciso Argüelles | Friday May 9 |
Narciso Argüelles grew up on both sides of the Mexican and US border and developed the issues surrounding that divide into his upcoming installation at Untitled [ArtSpace].
Narciso Argüelles will have an opening reception on May 9 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Selected works by Luis Jiménez and Joe Ramiro Garcia will be also be shown. The exhibition of the three artists’ work will run through June 28.
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| Oklahoma City Go Red For Women Luncheon | Friday May 9 |
Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association's nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women to band together and wipe out heart disease. Go Red For Women encourages women to make their health a priority and to take positive action to reduce their risk.
The 2008 luncheon is May 9th from 10am to 1:30pm at the Skirvin Hotel. Registration Fee: $150. There will be educational forums covering many topics related to health, along with a Keynote speaker during lunch. All of the funds raised through this campaign will go specifically toward women's heart research and community education.
For more information contact: Liliana Rogers, 405.948.2129, Liliana.Rogers@heart.org
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| Oklahoma City Go Red For Women | Friday May 9 |
On May 9 from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Registration Fee: $150 The Skirvin Hilton Hotel.
Go Red for Women encourages women to make their health a priority and to take positive action to reduce their risk.
Join us for the 2008 luncheon, where we'll present educational forums covering many topics related to health, along with a Keynote speaker during lunch.
Feel the passion and discover your unique lifesaving power by learning about heart disease and stroke! All of the funds raised through this campaign will go specifically toward women's heart research and community education.
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| Computer Training: Windows File Management | Friday May 9 |
Norman Public Library hosts a computer training class. Basic Windows XP is required. Learn about creating, moving, organizing, renaming and deleting files. Practice saving files to different locations and different types of disks. In-person sign-up begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| OnPoint Hoopers Season Game | Friday May 9 |
See the OnPoint Hoopers take on the Central Texas Stars at Southwestern Christian University.
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| William S. Cohen to speak at OU commencement | Friday May 9 |
William S. Cohen, 20th U.S. Secretary of Defense and the author or co-author of 11 books, including two books of poetry, will deliver the University of Oklahoma's 2008 Commencement address on Friday, May 9. Cohen will receive an honorary degree at the ceremony, which will be in The Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
OU's Commencement will be moved to the Lloyd Noble Center, 2900 S. Jenkins Ave., in the event of severe weather. For more information and accommodations on the basis of disability, please call the OU Graduation Office at (405) 325-3467.
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| Summer Choral Camp | Friday May 9 |
The Canterbury Choral Society hosts the third annual Summer Choral Camp, June 9 - 14 at Oklahoma City University's Bass Music Center.
The camp is open to singers entering grades 2 - 8 in the fall of 2008, able to match pitch and sing in treble range (unchanged voice), able to read simple music notation, and with good vocal quality, attitute, and a recommendation from Music Teacher.
There will be two choirs. Placement will be determined by the Artistic Staff. Each choir will learn music which they will perform on the Saturday concert.
The cost for the week is $75.00. This tuition includes all instruction, a camp T-shirt, Friday’s lunch and daily snacks. (Music teachers receive a free ticket to the Saturday concert, all other adults are $3.00. Children are free.)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 9, 2008! Confirmation of admission will be mailed to each singer upon
receipt of registration. A camp packet with a detailed schedule will be sent after May 9. Each choir will have a membership of 70 singers. If more than 70 applications are received, a waiting list will be formed.
For more information, go to www.canterburyokc.com or contact Judith Havens, Education Coordinator and Camp Administrator, at 232-7464 or email, jshavens@flash.net
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| Jazz with Miss Brown to You | Friday May 9 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of jazz with MIss Brown to You. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| Bull Quest | Friday May 9 |
The Parents Assistance Center of Oklahoma City is presenting a bullriding event at Tyler Blount Arena in Guthrie May 9 and 10 at 8 p.m. “BullQuest” will feature some 40 bullriders. Riders will compete in five events, with the top 10 finalists riding a second time for the final prize. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 7-12 and free for children age 6 and under. Tickets are $8 in advance at Community Thrift 4525 South Penn or at Parents Assistance Center 415 N.W. 5. Riders may register through May 5 by calling (405) 282-4747.
For more information about PAC, call 405 232-8226
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| Fort Reno Candlelight Tour | Saturday May 10 |
Hours: 7pm
Admission: $3-$5
Location: Fort Reno El Reno, OK
By lantern light, re-enactors portray individuals who lived at or visited Historic Fort Reno during the different phases of its existence from 1874 to the present. Participants will also be able to visit historic camps on the parade grounds.
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| Peter Pan | Saturday May 10 |
First produced on Broadway with Mary Martin and Cyril Richard and more recently a major hit starring Cathy Rigby, this is one of the world's most celebrated musicals. With all the charm of Barrie's classic tale of the boy who never grew up, Peter Pan is a fantastic journey which brings Tinker Bell, John, Michael, Wendy, the pirates, Indians and Never Never Land to life in an endearing musical treat for the entire family. Performance begins at 8pm.
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| Casady School Estate Sale | Saturday May 10 |
Are you looking for unique treasures? Come shop at the Casady School Estate Sale on Saturday, May 10th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. You'll find beautiful furniture, antiques, artwork, silver, glassware, and china among other items, in all price ranges. Located on the corner of Penn and Britton Road (use Penn entrance), the annual Casady School Estate Sale on Saturday, May 10th has treasures waiting for you! Benefits the Casady Scholarship Fund.
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| Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow | Saturday May 10 |
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art will be the first venue for "Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow," March 20 through May 18, 2008. The exhibition is the first major retrospective of Brett Weston’s work in over 30 years. Although Brett Weston was a key player in the photography world during his lifetime, he was often overshadowed by his father, Edward. Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow will bring to light the younger Weston’s unique creative spirit by examining his long career.
The exhibition presents 136 photographs taken in Mexico and California in the 1920s and 1930s, East Coast images from the 1940s, and landscape and nature photographs taken after he returned to the West Coast in 1948. Many of these images push toward pure abstraction, putting Weston at the forefront of non-objective, fine-art photography.
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| SNOMNH: Native American Masterworks: Selections From the Brown Collection | Saturday May 10 |
The Sam Noble Museum of Natural History presents the exhibit “Native American Masterworks: Selections From the Brown Collection” February 15 - May 11.
The historical collection spans over 100 years. The exhibit features more than 150 works of art and ethnographic objects works ranging from paintings and sculpture to textiles and pottery. Both traditional and contemporary works from many tribes are represented, illustrating the rich cultural heritage of Native American artists.
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| Coffeehouse Evening Benefit | Saturday May 10 |
The Norman Unitarian Universalist Fellowship hosts a Coffeehouse Evening to benefit Full Circle Adult Day Care on May 10 at 7:00 p.m. featuring the Celtic music of Boru’s Ghost along with a range of folk music from John Madison and Tom Crider. Admission is free. Donations requested for a variety of refreshments. Child care is available for $3 per child. For info, please call 226-9712.
Many Norman residents are caring for an elder, while working full time and raising children. Many elders are the primary caregiver for their spouse, while dealing with aging issues themselves. Full Circle provides a safe, fun environment for elders with a range of stimulating social and recreational activities, including art, music and movement therapy. Health and mental health monitoring and meals and snacks are also provided. Full Circle also provides caregivers a support group, referrals and coordination, and respite. No one is turned away for inability to pay.
Boru’s Ghost is deeply rooted in the ancient traditions of Celtic music, but their style is anything but traditional. They combine a range of instrumentals with complex vocal arrangements with influences as diverse as Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac. “This isn’t your standard festival fare, and it certainly shows”, Modern Bard. John Madison performs a variety of traditional and original folk with an Irish influence and delivers it in a powerful style all his own. Tom Cirder does highly introspective original folk blended with complex guitar work.
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| OKC Phil presents Time for Three String Trio | Saturday May 10 |
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Inasmuch Classics Series presents the season finale concert “Time For Three” with the Time for Three String Trio: Zachary DePue on violin, Nicholas Kendall on violin, and Ranaan Meyeer on double bass. The concert is Saturday, May 10th at 8pm.
There will be a pre-concert Music Talk at 7pm featuring the Time For Three guest artists.
To purchase tickets, call the Philharmonic Ticket Office at 405-TICKETS (842-5387) or visit in person at 428 W. California, Suite 210 in the McAlpine Center. Tickets range from $12 to $62. Visit online at www.okcphilharmonic.org. Tickets are available at the Civic Center Music Hall located at 201 N. Walker, or by calling 405-297-2264. Tickets may also be purchased by calling the Tulsa Performing Arts Center at 1-800-364-7111. Handling charges apply for all outlet sales.
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| SNOMNH: Masterworks of Native American Art | Saturday May 10 |
The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History hosts the exbibit “Masterworks of Native American Art: Selections From the Fred and Enid Brown Collection” February 15th through May 11th
This significant historical collection, spanning more than 100 years features more than 150 works of art and ethnographic objects works ranging from paintings and sculpture to textiles and pottery. Both traditional and contemporary works from many tribes are represented, illustrating the rich cultural heritage of Native American artists.
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| Print Viewing and Sale | Saturday May 10 |
Mike Sims of The Lawrence Lithography Workshop in Kansas City will show a broad range of prints from a variety of artists at Untitled [ArtSpace]. Sims will have two presentations with prints for sale, one on May 9 from 1 pm to 4 pm and another on May 10 from 11 am to 1 pm. Both will feature prints from artists who have worked with the renowned print workshop.
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| Bird Migration Day | Saturday May 10 |
Bird Migration Day will be celebrated at Lake Thunderbird State Park’s brand new Nature Center on Saturday, May 10th from 9 am to 2 pm. The event will begin with a bird walk, followed by bird-related presentations for adults and children. For schedule details and directions, call Kathy Furneaux at 321-4633 or e-mail crowssecret@sbcglobal.net.
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| USPS Food Drive | Saturday May 10 |
The Norman branch of the US Postal Service will be collecting non-perishable food items for a food drive on Saturday, May 10. Postal customers may bag food items and set them by their mail boxes for pickup, or take them to the post office. All food collected goes to local food banks, including Food for Friends in Norman.
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| Canterbury Youth Choruses | Saturday May 10 |
The Canterbury Youth Choruses perform at Petree Recital Hall at the Oklahoma City University on Saturday, May 10th at 5:00pm. Both the Apprentice Choir and the Chorale will perform.
CYC offers vocal music training, education and performance experience to students who have a love for singing and may find themselves without an outlet to pursue their passion for music. It serves as an enhancement for public, private and home schooled students in grades 2-8. It is also a preparatory program for future advanced music education.
For more information, call (405) 232-7464 or visit www.canterburyokc.com
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| Roots and Ties at the Capitol | Saturday May 10 |
The Oklahoma Arts Council presents Roots and Ties, Works from the Hamilton Press on display in the Governor’s Gallery at the State Capitol through May 17th, 2008. The Governor’s Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the State Capitol and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30-5:00.
The works in the exhibit represent a generation of artists who grew up in Oklahoma and headed west on Route 66 following the Great Depression and World War II. Five of the artists whose work is included in the exhibition, Robert Bonaparte, Joe Goode, Jerry McMillan, Ed Ruscha, and Mason Williams, currently reside on the West coast. In addition, the work of the late Lee Mullican, a Chickasha native who lived in Los Angeles for much of his life will also be part of the exhibition.
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| FREE ADMISSION to the Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum | Saturday May 10 |
Enjoy FREE ADMISSION in honor of our one-year anniversary, with refreshments, book signings in the Museum Store and "appearances" from noteable Oklahomans!
Open from 10am - 5pm
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| The Wise Guys at UCO Jazz Lab | Saturday May 10 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of Classic Rock with The Wise Guys. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| SNOMNH: Native American Masterworks: Selections From the Brown Collection | Sunday May 11 |
The Sam Noble Museum of Natural History presents the exhibit “Native American Masterworks: Selections From the Brown Collection” February 15 - May 11.
The historical collection spans over 100 years. The exhibit features more than 150 works of art and ethnographic objects works ranging from paintings and sculpture to textiles and pottery. Both traditional and contemporary works from many tribes are represented, illustrating the rich cultural heritage of Native American artists.
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| OU American Indian Artists Exhibition | Sunday May 11 |
The Jacobson House Native Art Center hosts the University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists Exhibition April 6 – June 29.
The annual show features works in a diverse variety of artistic mediums by award-winning alumni and current students, as well as past and present faculty and staff of the university.
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| OU American Indian Artists Exhibition | Sunday May 11 |
Jacobson House Native Art Center in Norman presents the University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists Exhibition April 6 - June 29, 2008.
The annual University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists exhibition features works in a diverse variety of artistic media by award-winning alumni and current students, as well as past and present faculty and staff of the university.
This year's exhibition features an artisitc tribute to Acee Blue Eagle (1907 - 1959), an internationally acclaimed Creek/Pawnee artist who studied under Oscar Jacobson at the Jacobson House and the University of Oklahoma School of Art.
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| Bill Williams' Textures of the West | Sunday May 11 |
Bill Williams’ exhibit Textures of the West, is on display on the first floor of the East Gallery at the State Capitol through May 11. Curated by the Oklahoma Arts Council, the East Gallery is open daily from 8:30-5:00.
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| SNOMNH: Masterworks of Native American Art | Sunday May 11 |
The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History hosts the exbibit “Masterworks of Native American Art: Selections From the Fred and Enid Brown Collection” February 15th through May 11th
This significant historical collection, spanning more than 100 years features more than 150 works of art and ethnographic objects works ranging from paintings and sculpture to textiles and pottery. Both traditional and contemporary works from many tribes are represented, illustrating the rich cultural heritage of Native American artists.
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| Computer Training: Basic Word Processing | Monday May 12 |
Norman Public Library hosts a class on word processing for the beginner using Microsoft Word. Registration is required and begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone more than 10 minutes late to class will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Computer Training: Internet 1 | Tuesday May 13 |
Norman Public Library hosts a class on Internet for the BEGINNING computer user. First of two parts. Register In-person beginning at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Call in registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than 10 minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| City Rescue Mission opens its doors to anyone in need. | Wednesday May 14 |
As colder weather continues, City Rescue Mission wants to remind the public that any
man, woman, or family in need of a warm, secure place to stay is welcome. City Rescue Mission is open everyday of the week, 52 weeks of the year.
The Mission provides: * Emergency shelter, check-in time ends at 7:00pm; * Meals, served at 6:30am, 12:00pm and 5:00pm; * Case management; * Spiritual enrichment; * Medical and dental services; * Educational services; * Counseling; * Bridge to Life Recovery Program; * All services free of charge.
If you or someone you know is in need of shelter or other services offered at City Rescue Mission, simply go to 800 West California Ave in Oklahoma City. For more information, visit www.cityrescue.org or call 232-2709 ext 131.
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| MOMS Club of Midwest/Del City, OK Open House | Wednesday May 14 |
Meet other stay at home moms in the area, learn about our MOMs Club chapter and its new, expanded boundaries for membership. Event includes free car set checks, free refreshments and a tour of a Midwest City Fire truck.
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| Computer Training: Microsoft Word 2: Cut, Copy, and Paste | Wednesday May 14 |
Norman Public Library hosts a class on Microsoft Word. Learn the flexibility and time saving techniques of moving text and images from one place within a document to another or from one document to another using Microsoft Word. Word Processing I is a required prerequisite. Registration is required and begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone more than 10 minutes late to class will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Jim Leher at Full Circle | Wednesday May 14 |
Full Circle Bookstore in Oklahoma City hosts Jim Lehrer, with his new novel Mack to the Rescue--the first new Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor One-Eyed Mack story in ten years and political satire at its best, on Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. Full Circle Bookstore is located on the first floor of 50 Penn Place Mall in OKC.
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| Computer Training: Microsoft Word 3: Short-cuts and Special Features | Thursday May 15 |
Classes at Norman Public Library will teach you to use short cuts and other features such as bullets, numbering, spelling and grammar check, and the drawing functions of Microsoft Word. Word Processing I & II are required prerequisites. Registration is required and begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late to class will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| N.E.W. Leadership Program | Friday May 16 |
The 2008 N.E.W. Leadership program will take place May 16-20, 2008. Applications are due March 14, 2008 by 4pm! For more information, see our website: www.ou.edu/special/albertctr/NLO
The N.E.W. (National Education of Women's Leadership) Program works to address the historic under-representation of women in politics, public service, and other leadership roles. Our mission is to educate, inspire and empower undergraduate Oklahoma women to become political leaders.
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| Microsoft Word 4: Page Set-up, Printing, Toolbars, and Tables | Friday May 16 |
Learn to give your document a customized look with page set-up, explore printing options, set toolbars on the screen, and make and use simple tables using Microsoft Word. Registration is required and begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late to class will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Carpenter Square Theatre: Expecting Isabel | Friday May 16 |
Carpenter Square Theatre presents Expecting Isabel, a comedy by Lisa Loomer. May 9-31.
"This comedy follows the adventures of a New York couple trying to have a baby – by any means necessary. Their difficulties conceiving lead them on an "Alice in Wonderland-esque" odyssey through the booming baby business as they negotiate the fertility trade, the adoption industry and their own families."
Curtain times: 8 p.m. for Friday, and Saturday performances;7:30 p.m. for Thursday performances; and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees.
Individual tickets are $18. For more information, call the Box Office (405) 232-6500 or visit carpentersquare.com.
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| The Jazz Company | Friday May 16 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of jazz featuring the Jazz Company with Brian Gorell and Shane Conaway. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| Mickey Edwards at Full Circle | Friday May 16 |
Full Circle Bookstore in Oklahoma City hosts author Mickey Edwards to speak on Reclaiming Conservativism on Friday, May 16 at 5:30 p.m. Full Circle Bookstore is located on the first floor of 50 Penn Place Mall in OKC.
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| Canterbury Choral Society: An American Portrait | Saturday May 17 |
The Canterbury Choral Society presents the concert An American Portrait on Saturday, May 17th at 8:00pm in the Civic Center Music Hall.
The world class 155 voice chorus presents four concerts during their season from October to May. This is the final concert of the 2007 - 2008 season. Concerts represent a variety of choral masterworks, as well as contemporary, folk, and seasonal world music.
Ticket prices range from $10 - $150. For tickets, call 405-232-SING (7464). For more information, including the music included in the program, visit www.canterburyokc.com
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| Computer Training: Microsoft Excel 1 | Saturday May 17 |
A two-hour class to introduce and practice using some of Microsoft Excel 2003’s tools. Class participants will create and print a simple worksheet. Computer skills are necessary. In-person registration for this class begins at 9 AM on May 1 in the Computer Training Center. Call-in registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow | Saturday May 17 |
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art will be the first venue for "Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow," March 20 through May 18, 2008. The exhibition is the first major retrospective of Brett Weston’s work in over 30 years. Although Brett Weston was a key player in the photography world during his lifetime, he was often overshadowed by his father, Edward. Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow will bring to light the younger Weston’s unique creative spirit by examining his long career.
The exhibition presents 136 photographs taken in Mexico and California in the 1920s and 1930s, East Coast images from the 1940s, and landscape and nature photographs taken after he returned to the West Coast in 1948. Many of these images push toward pure abstraction, putting Weston at the forefront of non-objective, fine-art photography.
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| Roots and Ties at the Capitol | Saturday May 17 |
The Oklahoma Arts Council presents Roots and Ties, Works from the Hamilton Press on display in the Governor’s Gallery at the State Capitol through May 17th, 2008. The Governor’s Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the State Capitol and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30-5:00.
The works in the exhibit represent a generation of artists who grew up in Oklahoma and headed west on Route 66 following the Great Depression and World War II. Five of the artists whose work is included in the exhibition, Robert Bonaparte, Joe Goode, Jerry McMillan, Ed Ruscha, and Mason Williams, currently reside on the West coast. In addition, the work of the late Lee Mullican, a Chickasha native who lived in Los Angeles for much of his life will also be part of the exhibition.
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| Oklahoma Aquarium Run presented by SemGroup L.P. | Saturday May 17 |
Join the Oklahoma Aquarium for a celebration of family fitness with a one mile fun run, 5k and half-marathon. News Channel 8 personalities Kristin Dickerson and Mike Collier are the celevrity runners. A post race beach party on our own McGraw beach with food, fun and activities for children.
Runners recieve free aquarium admission on race day.
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| Brigade at the UCO Jazz Lab | Saturday May 17 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of Bluegrass with Brigade. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| Rolling Thunders | Sunday May 18 |
Hours: 9am-3pm
Location: VFW Post El Reno, OK
Motorcyclist from across the country join "Carry the Flame" as they travel to Washington D.C. for Memorial Day. Food, festivities, and a ceremony for MIAs, POWs, and service men and women.
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| Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow | Sunday May 18 |
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art will be the first venue for "Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow," March 20 through May 18, 2008. The exhibition is the first major retrospective of Brett Weston’s work in over 30 years. Although Brett Weston was a key player in the photography world during his lifetime, he was often overshadowed by his father, Edward. Brett Weston: Out of the Shadow will bring to light the younger Weston’s unique creative spirit by examining his long career.
The exhibition presents 136 photographs taken in Mexico and California in the 1920s and 1930s, East Coast images from the 1940s, and landscape and nature photographs taken after he returned to the West Coast in 1948. Many of these images push toward pure abstraction, putting Weston at the forefront of non-objective, fine-art photography.
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| OU American Indian Artists Exhibition | Sunday May 18 |
The Jacobson House Native Art Center hosts the University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists Exhibition April 6 – June 29.
The annual show features works in a diverse variety of artistic mediums by award-winning alumni and current students, as well as past and present faculty and staff of the university.
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| OU American Indian Artists Exhibition | Sunday May 18 |
Jacobson House Native Art Center in Norman presents the University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists Exhibition April 6 - June 29, 2008.
The annual University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists exhibition features works in a diverse variety of artistic media by award-winning alumni and current students, as well as past and present faculty and staff of the university.
This year's exhibition features an artisitc tribute to Acee Blue Eagle (1907 - 1959), an internationally acclaimed Creek/Pawnee artist who studied under Oscar Jacobson at the Jacobson House and the University of Oklahoma School of Art.
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| Oklahoma Accordion Club performance at UCO JAZZ LAB | Sunday May 18 |
The Oklahoma Accordian club is performing at the UCO Jazz Lab Sunday, May 17th at 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
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| Family Day @ FJJMA | Sunday May 18 |
Families can explore art from around the world in the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art’s permanent collection and temporary exhibitions and then enjoy a variety of art activities for the entire family. On Sunday May 18th from 1 to 4pm the Family Day event will highlight the exhibit China: Hung Liu and Chinese Contemporary Photography. Admission to the museum is free on Family Days.
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| Mostly Mozart Concert | Sunday May 18 |
The Norman North Choirs will present the 17th annual Mostly Mozart Concert on Sunday, May 18 at 3:00 p.m in the Nancy O'Brian Center for the Performing Arts. The program is accompanied by a professional orchestra and features the choirs, the Parent Connection Choir, and selected students. Admission is only $5.00. Tickets may be purchased at the door.
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| Kane, Welch, Kaplin Summer Breeze Concert | Sunday May 18 |
The Performing Arts Studio presents Kane, Welch, Kaplin in the second Summer Breeze Concert of the season. Kane, (Kevin) Welch, Kaplin has gained the attention of fans and critics around the world with their distinctive sound. Each player is a masterful musician alone, but together they provide a musical delight that you won’t want to miss. Music begins at 7:30 pm in Lions Park, Flood and Symmes, Norman. Bring your own seating and refreshments and enjoy a lovely evening of free, family oriented music in Lions Park.
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| Photo Editing 1 with paint.net | Sunday May 18 |
Learn to use the free image manipulation software, Paint.NET. You will also learn how to scan a photograph and acquire images from your camera. Learn how to prepare an image for email. Must have some computer use experience or have completed Microsoft Word series. In-person sign-up begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Brightmusic presents | Tuesday May 20 |
Brightmusic Society of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City's only resident chamber music ensemble, ends its season with a concert featuring Brightmusic's wind musicians, with piano and string accompaniment. Selections include Trio for Oboe, Bassoon, and Piano by Poulenc; Horn Trio, Op. 40 by Brahms; Quintet for Piano and Winds, K. 452 by Mozart. Brightmusic musicians appearing on the program are Lisa Harvey-Reed, oboe; Carl Rath, bassoon; Kate Pritchett, horn; Chad Burrow, clarinet; and two guest artists, Heather Conner, piano, and Sean Wang, violin. Don't miss this season's final opportunity to hear sublime chamber music played by Central Oklahoma's finest chamber musicians.
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| Microsoft Excel 2 | Wednesday May 21 |
A two-hour class that will build on skills learned in Excel I; learn to edit a worksheet, learn about Autoformat and Autocomplete, and introduce functions and formulas. Computer skills are necessary. In-person registration for this class begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Call-in registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Towel Day Celebration | Thursday May 22 |
DON'T PANIC! Noble Public Library hosts an event to celebrate Douglas Adams' "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." Book discussion at 4:30 followed by a film. Bring a towel! Snacks are also welcome. Why a towel? Read the book! (Towel day officially is May 25)
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| Bobbie Murcer at Full Circle | Thursday May 22 |
Full Circle Bookstore in Oklahoma City hosts author Bobbie Murcer and his memoir Yankee for Life, on Thursday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. Full Circle Bookstore is located on the first floor of 50 Penn Place Mall in OKC.
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| The Library of Patrick Henry | Thursday May 22 |
Dr. Kevin J. Hays will give a presentation on the library of Patrick Henry at the Bibliophiles of Oklahoma meeting Thursday, May 22nd at 7pm. This meeting, at the Overholser Mansion carriage house, is free and open to the public.
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| Carpenter Square Theatre: Expecting Isabel | Friday May 23 |
Carpenter Square Theatre presents Expecting Isabel, a comedy by Lisa Loomer. May 9-31.
"This comedy follows the adventures of a New York couple trying to have a baby – by any means necessary. Their difficulties conceiving lead them on an "Alice in Wonderland-esque" odyssey through the booming baby business as they negotiate the fertility trade, the adoption industry and their own families."
Curtain times: 8 p.m. for Friday, and Saturday performances;7:30 p.m. for Thursday performances; and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees.
Individual tickets are $18. For more information, call the Box Office (405) 232-6500 or visit carpentersquare.com.
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| Computer Training: Internet 2 | Friday May 23 |
Second of two-part series for BEGINNING COMPUTER users. Register In-person beginning 9 am on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620.
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| A.J and Why Not at the UCO Jazz Lab | Friday May 23 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of Blues with A.J. and Why Not. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| To Arms: Civil War in the Indian Territory | Saturday May 24 |
The Oklahoma History Center presents a day of activities for the entire family. Come and explore the Civil War in the Indian Territory. Activties will include living history presentations and hands on programs. Learn to drill like a soldier, how to use artillery, period dances, and much more. The event begins at 10:00 and runs through 4:00. All activties are free with paid admission to the museum: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 studenst and children over 5.
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| Big G at the UCO Jazz Lab | Saturday May 24 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of blues wih Big G. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| Watermelon Slim and The Workers | Saturday May 24 |
Watermelon Slim and The Workers perform at the Will Rogers Theatre in OKC from 6pm to 11:30 on Saturday, May 24th in a Benefit Concert for The Referral Center.
Guest artists include The SnakeShakers, The Otis Watkins Band, The Reverb Bros., and The Rexall Rangers. Tickets are available at The Referral Center, 1215 NW 25th, OKC, or contact at 405-525-2525. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door (open seating)
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| OU American Indian Artists Exhibition | Sunday May 25 |
Jacobson House Native Art Center in Norman presents the University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists Exhibition April 6 - June 29, 2008.
The annual University of Oklahoma American Indian Artists exhibition features works in a diverse variety of artistic media by award-winning alumni and current students, as well as past and present faculty and staff of the university.
This year's exhibition features an artisitc tribute to Acee Blue Eagle (1907 - 1959), an internationally acclaimed Creek/Pawnee artist who studied under Oscar Jacobson at the Jacobson House and the University of Oklahoma School of Art.
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| Tibetan Monks World Peace Lecture | Tuesday May 27 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks World Peace Lecture featuring a discussion of the necessity of considering the unity of all religions. Suggested donation $15.00. This is the first in a series of lectures May 27-31.The purpose of the Monk's visit is to share their culture as well as their practices and paths to inner peace. Proceeds from their visit will go toward equiping and staffing the new Gaden Shartse Charitable Hospital and Dental Clinic in India. All events will be held at 7:00pm at St. Stephen's United Methodist Church, Norman.
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| Chinese Water Color | Tuesday May 27 |
Chinese Water Color
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Del City
Adults
Spring is a time for growth. Grow your artistic abilities and let them flower in a new form of creative expression, Chinese water color. Kristie Ming Tan will teach you the secrets of this Eastern style. The library will provide all necessary materials, but you may bring your own. Call 672-1377 to pre register.
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| Town Hall Meeting: Genetics in Society | Tuesday May 27 |
The Section of Genetics at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center will be holding a series of Town Hall Meetings to discuss the impact of genetics on society. Nationally recognized speakers will make brief presentations on advances in genetic testing, genetics and disease, expanded newborn screening and genetic counseling. Following these presentations, attendees will be invited to pose questions, make comments, and discuss these issues. The purpose of these meetings is to provide accurate information on genetics in society to the general public and to determine what questions and concerns people have on these issues. The Town Hall meetings are open to the public. Currently, two Town Hall meetings are scheduled. These will be held at:
OUHSC Bird Library May 27 at 6:00 pm
OCCC campus May 29 at 6:00 pm
This project is funded through a cooperative agreement with the Genetic Services Branch of Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and the Heartland Regional Genetics and Newborn Screening Collaborative.
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center IRB Number: 13280, Principal Investigator, H. Gene Hallford
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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| Photo Editing 2 with paint.net | Tuesday May 27 |
Learn how to crop your digital photos, change the color, remove red eye and other image manipulation techniques. Uses free software Paint.NET. Must have take Beginning Photo Editing Part 1. In-person sign-up begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Telephone registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| E-mail Fundamentals | Wednesday May 28 |
For BEGINNING computer users. Learn the basics of web based e-mail such as sending, receiving, sending, working with attachments, and deleting messages. If you already have an email account and believe that you can use it to communicate effectively, this class will be too basic for you. In-person registration for this class begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Call-in registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Tibetan Monks Chenrezig Empowerment Ceremony | Wednesday May 28 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks - Chenrezig Empowerment Ceremony. This presentation will impart the benefits of compassion and protection in this era of violence and instability and will help the audience become more peaceful. This is the second of a series of lectures, May 27-31st. All events will be held at 7:00 pm at St. Stephens United Methodist Church in Norman. Suggested donation is $15.00. www.myspace.com/tibetanmonksinnorman
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| Tibetan Monks Sand Mandala Creation | Wednesday May 28 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks will create the Buddha of Medicine sand mandala. This two dimensional piece of art is created by using powdered and dyed stone, sand, dust, flowers and charcoal. The creation of the sand mandala is labor intensve and will take four days to complete. May 28-31st, 9:00 am-5:00 pm at St. Stephens United Methodist Church. This artistic event is made possible, in part, by the Nornan Arts Council Grant Program, funded by the Norman Hotel/Motel Tax. Free.
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| Tibetan Monks Slide Show | Thursday May 29 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks - Slide Show. This powerful presentation describes the Monks' life in Tibet and India and offers a brief description of the beliefs of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism. It will be followed by a question and answer session. This is the third in a series of lectures, May 27-31st. All events will be held at 7:00 pm at St. Stephens United Methodist Church in Norman. Suggested donation is $15.00. www.myspace.com/tibetanmonksinnorman
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| Online Research Resources from Your Public Library | Thursday May 29 |
Do you need to do research for a school project? Do you want to find product reviews for your next big purchase? This class will teach you how to use the library’s research resources. In-person registration for this class begins at 9 AM on May1 in the Computer Training Center. Call-in registration begins at 1:00 pm - 701-2620. Anyone arriving more than ten minutes late will not be guaranteed a computer.
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| Tibetan Monks Sand Mandala Creation | Thursday May 29 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks will create the Buddha of Medicine sand mandala. This two dimensional piece of art is created by using powdered and dyed stone, sand, dust, flowers and charcoal. The creation of the sand mandala is labor intensive and will take four days to complete, May 28-31st, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at St. Stephens United Methodist Church in Norman. This artistic event is made possible, in part, by the Norman Arts Council Grant Program, funded by the Norman Hotel/Motel Tax.
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| Tibetan Monks Sand Mandala Creation | Friday May 30 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks will create the Buddha of Medicine sand mandala. This two dimensional piece of art is created by using powdered and dyed stone, sand, dust, flowers and charcoal. The creation of the sand mandala is labor intensive and will take four days to complete, May 28-31st, 9:00 am -5:00 pm at St Stephens United Methodis Church in Norman. This artistic event is made possible, in part, by the Norman Arts Council Grant Program, funded by the Norman Hotel/Motel Tax.
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| Tibetan Monks Medicine Buddha Empowerment | Friday May 30 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks - Medicine Buddha Empowerment. Presentation about the embodiment of the power of healing. The strength of mind in relation to healing and other componenets of healing will be discussed. This is the fourth in a series of lectures, May 27-31st. All events will be held at 7:00 pm at St. Stephens United Methodist Church in Norman. Suggested donation is $15.00. www.myspace.com/tibetanmonksinnorman
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| UCO Jazz Lab presents: Equilibrium | Friday May 30 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of fusion featuring Equilibrium. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| OKC Gospel Festival | Saturday May 31 |
The Power to End Stoke (PTES) Gospel Fest is May 31st from 5pm to 9pm at Fairview Baptist Church. The Gospel Fest is part of the American Stroke Association's Power to End Stroke (PTES) campaign targeting African Americans because of their high risk for strokes. The Gospel Fest is a signature event that will focus on the overall health and wellness of the African American community with a particular emphasis on stroke and stroke prevention.
The PTES Gospel Fest will be hosted by Dr. Bobby Jones, producer of Bobby Jones gospel and video gospel for Black Entertainment Television (BET). The event will be attended by 250 local community leaders and will attract more than 5000 participants. Attendees will be entertained with inspiring gospel music from eight choirs from across the state that will be selected through an audition process. The music will be punctuated by stroke messaging through announcements by Dr. Bobby Jones, audio PSA's and video clippings.
The Gospel Fest will also be highlighted by a unique health exposition that will feature screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, sickle cell anemia, and body mass index reading. In addition, complimentary informational brochures will be available for each screening done. A panel of doctors, nurses, and dieticians will be available to provide counseling and referral to individuals, particularly those who screen at high-risk.
For more information contact: Elizabeth Tork, 405-948-2120 elizabeth.tork@heart.org.
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| El Reno Route 66 Triathlon | Saturday May 31 |
El Reno Route 66 Triathlon is at 7:30am on Saturday, May 31 at Lake El Reno.
This third annual event is a draw for athletes throughout our regional states. TRI-OKC and the City of El Reno present the Route 66 Triathlons, on Saturday/Sunday, May 31st and June 1st. Both events are held on the same course, with the majority of the bike route on Historic Route 66, The Mother Road. Route 66 Triathlon on Sunday is the State Qualifier for the Best of the US Amateur Triathlete National Championship. A USAT membership for participants is required. One-day memberships will be available at packet pickup for $10 for those who are not annual members. All participants must have valid photo ID along with their paid memebership card. You, and only you, can pick up your packet and race number. USAT membership must be paid separtely from race entry.
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| Carpenter Square Theatre: Expecting Isabel | Saturday May 31 |
Carpenter Square Theatre presents Expecting Isabel, a comedy by Lisa Loomer. May 9-31.
"This comedy follows the adventures of a New York couple trying to have a baby – by any means necessary. Their difficulties conceiving lead them on an "Alice in Wonderland-esque" odyssey through the booming baby business as they negotiate the fertility trade, the adoption industry and their own families."
Curtain times: 8 p.m. for Friday, and Saturday performances;7:30 p.m. for Thursday performances; and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees.
Individual tickets are $18. For more information, call the Box Office (405) 232-6500 or visit carpentersquare.com.
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| Tibetan Monks Vajravidarin Healing Ritual | Saturday May 31 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks - Vajravidarin Healing Ritual. Vijravidarin is a ritual of purification and has three stages: purification and removing of negativities, removing sublte neagative imprints, and offering protection. This is the last presention in the series. All events will be held at 7:00 pm at St.Stephens United Methodis Church in Norman. Suggested donation is $15.00.
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| UCO Jazz Lab presents Michael Summers | Saturday May 31 |
The UCO Jazz Lab presents a night of jazz featuring Michael Summers. Doors open at 7:00 p.m and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.
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| OKC Gospel Festival | Saturday May 31 |
Power to End Stoke (PTES) Gospel Festival is May 31st from 5 – 9pm at Fairview Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. The Festival is part of the American Stroke Association's Power to End Stroke campaign targeting African Americans because of their high risk for strokes. The goal of this campaign is to create a movement to reduce stroke, a serious health disparity issue among African Americans. The PTES Gospel Festival will be hosted by Dr. Bobby Jones, producer of Bobby Jones gospel and video gospel for Black Entertainment Television (BET). The event will be attended by 250 local community leaders and will attract more than 2500 participants. The festival features eight gospel choirs from across the state. The music will be punctuated by stroke messaging through announcements by Dr. Bobby Jones, audio PSA's and video clippings.
The Gospel Festival will also be highlighted by a unique health exposition that will feature screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, sickle cell anemia, and body mass index reading. In addition, complimentary informational brochures will be available for each screening done. A panel of doctors, nurses, and dieticians will be available to provide counseling and referral to individuals, particularly those who screen at high-risk.
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| Norman Arthritis Walk | Saturday May 31 |
The Arthritis Walk® is the Arthritis Foundation’s annual nationwide event that raises awareness and funds to fight arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. It is a tremendous opportunity to help improve the lives of the 46 million men, women and children doctor-diagnosed with arthritis. Get your company involved or recruit friends and family members to form a team. Best of all, walk in honor of a loved one with arthritis and know you’re making a difference by raising funds to support Arthritis Foundation research, public health and public policy efforts to improve the lives of people with arthritis.
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| Pitch In for Kids celebrity baseball game | Saturday May 31 |
Tickets are now on sale for the 8th annual Mark Harmon "Pitch In for Kids" celebrity baseball game to benefit The Children's Center in Bethany, Oklahoma. This year, the game between Mark Harmon's celebrity friends and the OSSO Outlaws from OSSO Healthcare Network features high-profile players like Dallas Cowboys safety, Roy Williams and other NFL and NBA celebrities.
The game is at 3pm on Saturday, May 31st at the AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. Pre-game events begin around 2:30pm. The purchase of a regular price game ticket also allows entry into the Oklahoma RedHawks game at 7:05pm. Tickets are now available through the RedHawks' box office, (405) 218-1000.
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| Tibetan Monks Sand Mandala Creation | Saturday May 31 |
Gaden Shartse Tibetan Monks will create the Buddha of Medicine sand mandala. This two dimensional piece of art is created by using powdered and dyed stone, sand, dust, flowers and charcoal. The creation of the sand mandala will be completed on this date and the Monks will dismantle the magnifcent work of art, symbolizing the impermanance of all things. This artistic event is made possible, in part, by the Norman Arts Council Grant Program, funded by the Norman Hotel/Motel Tax.
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