Community Calendar

You won't want to miss this Olympic legends talk on August 28th at OKC Innovation Hall! Olympic gold medalist and CEO Bart Conner embodies more than athletic excellence-he represents perserverance, storytelling, and cultural identity. His legacy, from global influence to grassroots impact, shows how one bold idea sparked unity, creativity, and pride. Following, Bart has an indepth conversation with panelists Mike Knopp of Riversport OKC, Michael Byrnes of TeamOKC28 and Erin Lewis of OKC Thunder. Bart kicks off the first of four speaker sessions: Arshay Cooper, Nov. 13 @ Devon Boathouse OKC | Hall Smith, Feb. 19, 2026 @ OSU-Stillwater, Wes Watkins Center and Michael Wallis, May 14 @ OSU-Tulsa. REGISTER TODAY.

Growing up in Mexico, Rodrigo Medellín’s passion for bats began in childhood, and has since shaped his lifelong mission of conservation and research. His groundbreaking work has earned him the honorary title of “The Bat Man of Mexico” along with international renown and recognition, with features in National Geographic, PBS’s Nature, and BBC nature documentaries, among others. In this engaging public talk, Dr. Medellín will share his expertise on Mexican bats, unveiling their ecological importance and fascinating connection to tequila production.

This lecture is free and open to the public. Co-sponsored with the OU School of Biological Sciences.

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Martha Jean Lemon Distinguished Speaker will be Adam Bradley, a bestselling author, a professor of English and African American Studies at UCLA, and founding director of the Laboratory for Race & Popular Culture (aka, the RAP Lab). Mr. Bradley will visit the OCU campus on Tuesday, Sept. 23. His public talk will be titled, Hip Hop's Futures.

Adam pioneered the study of rap lyrics as poetry and has worked with some of the leading artists in popular music. As a curator, he has collaborated with museums across the country and the globe to launch exhibitions of art and culture. Most recently, he co-curated “Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit” (2023-2025) at the GRAMMY Museum. As a writer at large for the New York Times’s T Magazine, Adam tells impactful stories in long-form essays. He is the author of six books, including Book of Rhymes, The Anthology of Rap, and the national bestseller One Day It’ll All Make Sense, a memoir he wrote with the rapper and actor Common. Adam lives in Los Angeles.

A book signing will immediately follow the public talk. Visit www.okcu.edu/lemonlecture for additional information.

The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History will host a docent training program beginning Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with additional sessions on October 4, 11, and 18. This multi-session training offers participants in-depth knowledge of museum exhibits, effective teaching techniques, and hands-on experience shadowing current docents. Upon completion, trainees will be equipped to serve as public-facing gallery volunteers. Must be 18 or older to apply.

An old expression is that knowledge is power. In our data driven internet world, we are bombarded with knowledge. It's no longer about accessing that information, it's about the power to curate the information. In our next class we will cut through the noise and the myths to empower you to create your home hunt experience to save you time, money, and heartache. Call to RSVP: 405-266-7879

2022 Topics:

January 13th - "Find Your Magic Number"
February 10th - Shop Smarter
March 10th - Timing the Market
April 14th - Writing the Winning Offer
May 12th - Better Negotiations
June 9th - Secrets to a Smooth Move
July 14th - Unlocking Inspections
August 11th - Building Your Bench
September 8th- Hacking Packing
October 13th - Frequently Asked Questions
November 10th - What to Expect the First Year
December 8th - Celebrate!

Free monthly seminar series on the second Thursday of each month. Candid conversations concerning today's senior living issues and options. Never a sales pitch-only the truth. Pre-registration required by calling (405) 563-7501.

An old expression is that knowledge is power. In our data driven internet world, we are bombarded with knowledge. It's no longer about accessing that information, it's about the power to curate the information. In our next class we will cut through the noise and the myths to empower you to create your home hunt experience to save you time, money, and heartache. Call to RSVP: 405-266-7879

2022 Topics:

January 13th - "Find Your Magic Number"
February 10th - Shop Smarter
March 10th - Timing the Market
April 14th - Writing the Winning Offer
May 12th - Better Negotiations
June 9th - Secrets to a Smooth Move
July 14th - Unlocking Inspections
August 11th - Building Your Bench
September 8th- Hacking Packing
October 13th - Frequently Asked Questions
November 10th - What to Expect the First Year
December 8th - Celebrate!

Free monthly seminar series on the second Thursday of each month. Candid conversations concerning today's senior living issues and options. Never a sales pitch-only the truth. Pre-registration required by calling (405) 563-7501.

An old expression is that knowledge is power. In our data driven internet world, we are bombarded with knowledge. It's no longer about accessing that information, it's about the power to curate the information. In our next class we will cut through the noise and the myths to empower you to create your home hunt experience to save you time, money, and heartache. Call to RSVP: 405-266-7879

2022 Topics:

January 13th - "Find Your Magic Number"
February 10th - Shop Smarter
March 10th - Timing the Market
April 14th - Writing the Winning Offer
May 12th - Better Negotiations
June 9th - Secrets to a Smooth Move
July 14th - Unlocking Inspections
August 11th - Building Your Bench
September 8th- Hacking Packing
October 13th - Frequently Asked Questions
November 10th - What to Expect the First Year
December 8th - Celebrate!

Free monthly seminar series on the second Thursday of each month. Candid conversations concerning today's senior living issues and options. Never a sales pitch-only the truth. Pre-registration required by calling (405) 563-7501.