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| Red Earth Group Coffee & Book Club | Thursday March 11 |
Membership Chair Aaron Stark would like to invite any and all of you to the Red Earth Coffee & Book Club, March 11th, 8:00pm. No matter the level of reading or time you have to devote to the book, we would like you to come and share your thoughts on books that we hope push us to think critically about our role in the environment.
The first meeting of the Red Earth Coffee & Book Club will be Thursday, March 11th around 8:00pm-9:00pm at Gray Owl Coffee (223 E Gray St, Norman, OK).
The first book chosen is Harvest for Hope: A Guide to Mindful Eating by Jane Goodall. It is a discussion of the social significance of what we eat, importance of seed diversity, genetically modified foods, local food growers, and much more.
Whether you are able to devote enough time to read the entire book or aren't able to even purchase it, we want you to come discuss. It will be a very casual discussion time for those interested in the book. If you aren't able to attend, there will be a new book chosen and announced on the Red Earth website. So be sure to check that out.
If you would like more information on the book or the club, you can email Aaron Stark at aaronstark@mac.com.
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| Thursday Noon Tunes Concerts at the Downtown Library - | Thursday March 11 |
These live music programs have been a
hit in the library’s Atrium for over a year, and there’s no end in sight.
“Noon Tunes” lasts from 11:30 to 1:00p.m. every Thursday.
March 11: Louise Goldberg / Mary Reynolds – piano/vocal, jazz/blues
March 18: Stacy Arnold – classical guitar
March 25: Cleveland Elementary
April 1: B.C. Jazz Ensemble
April 8: Tess Remy-Schumaker / Benjamin Davis – cello/piano
April 15: Dolce – violin/guitar duo
April 22: Nichols Hills Elementary Choir
April 29: Harold Dugger – singer/songwriter
All performances are free and open to the public.
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| Music Makes a Life | Thursday March 11 |
Asia Scudder exhibits at City Arts Center Oklahoma City . Circle Gallery Series. Opening March 11. 5:50pm - 7:30pm . "Music Builds A Life"
Wire sculpture.
‘Abstract. Whimsical. Dreamy. Playful.’ These words describe the art form that has become the link from my personal experience to a full-hearted creative expression through the use of simple baling wire.
My life as a child was filled with a wide array of music - music that for me formed a deep appreciation of many styles of expression.
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| Great Decisions - Global Crime | Thursday March 11 |
The Norman Public Library Great Decisions 2010 discussion series continues with Dr. Peter Krug speaking on the topic of Global Crime. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a video presentation produced by the Foreign Policy Association.
Refreshments will be served.
To register or for more information, stop by the Adult Information Desk at the library or call 701-2620. An optional Briefing Book which contains all the essays and reading material is available for purchase.
Great Decisions is the flagship educational program of the Foreign Policy Association. To learn more about the Great Decisions program go to the Foreign Policy Association website (www.fpa.org) and click on Great Decisions.
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| Fiber Artists of Oklahoma—Oklahoma City Chapter | Thursday March 11 |
JANICE ROBINSON, J.R. Alpaca ranch owner, will present our March program. She has wonderful wool roving and yarns that she has processed from her own Alpacas. Her ranch is in Jones, OK, where she raises Huacaya Alpacas.
SWAP. Bring materials, books, and other items you just haven’t found a use for, and we’ll pile them on a table for others to take. Bring some bags—there is sure to be something you can use.
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| Public Lecture by visiting Phi Beta Kappa Scholar Dr. Faye Ginsburg | Thursday March 11 |
In the three final decades of the 20th century, and into the 21st, as indigenous people began to gain control over film and video, technologies of representation which had long objectified them, a series of debates emerged around this work, which both challenged and celebrated these new developments. Now, as indigenous people are regularly showing feature films at major film festivals, and starting their own national television networks and web portals, the debates have moved on. This talk addresses this history of debates and the current issues that are shaping contemporary indigenous work.
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| "Marching Around the World" Concert performed by the Oklahoma City Symphonic Band | Thursday March 11 |
Your invited to the "Marching Around the World" Concert performed by the Oklahoma City Symphonic Band on March 11, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at Yukon High School. Selections will include Marche Militaire Francaise, March To The Scaffold, Amparito Roca Spanish March, Daughters of Texas, Festival Overture and much more. The band is composed of 90+ volunteer musicians from the metro area under the direction of Dr. Mark Belcik. Come enjoy an evening of marches. Admission is free, however donations will be accepted. Visit us at www.okcband.org
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| Andrew Polk - Opens Thursday, March 11 | Thursday March 11 |
Andrew Polk will be
exhibiting through April 10, 2010. The opening artist reception will be held on
Thursday, March 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and is free to the public.
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| Norman Public Forums on Water Issues | Thursday March 11 |
All citizens of Norman are invited to attend a series of public forums to explore long term solutions for our drinking water needs. The forums will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 201 W. Gray Street. They will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will last approximately two hours. The dates and topics of the forums are
* January 7, 2010: Introduction and Purpose of the Series; Norman's Existing Strategic Water Supply Plan, and Charter Utility Provisions.
* January 21, 2010: State Water Plan
* February 4, 2010: Other Water Supply Options - Reclaimed Water, Brackish Water, Arsenic Treatment Technologies
* February 18, 2010: Lake Thunderbird Augmentation Study/Central Oklahoma Master Conservancy District
* March 4, 2010: Central Oklahoma Regional Raw Water Supply Solution
* March 25, 2010: Use of Trusts to Collectively Acquire and Deliver Water Resources
* April 1, 2010: Financial Condition of Norman's Utilities (Water, Sewer, Solid Waste)
* April 15, 2010: Comparison of Financial Options Related to Long Term Water Solutions
The forums will be broadcast live on Channel 20 and rebroadcast periodically throughout the series. Each of the eight forums are open to all, but the City would encourage your commitment to attend as many meetings as possible in order to gain full understanding of our water needs and future. Please call the City of Norman Utilities Department at 366-5443 to reserve your place at these meetings. Informational packets regarding each meeting will be provided.
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| Junior Class Organizes Recital to Honor Classmate | Thursday March 11 |
The University of Oklahoma School of Musical Theatre presents Class of Twenty Eleven
at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Mar. 11, in Pitman Recital Hall. Donations are accepted at the door and will go towards a
scholarship fund in the name of Amy Boe.
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| Live Music Calendar for The Brewhouse - | Thursday March 11 |
Thursday, March 11th -
Dustin Prinz - Singer/Songwriter 9pm
Friday, March 12th -
Shane Henry Band and Maggie McClure - Originial Blues Rock 9pm
Saturday, March 13th -
Peter and The Last - Blues/Rock 9pm
Monday, March 15th-
Bruder - Indie/Electro/Rock 9pm
Tuesday, March 16th -
Rally For One - Pop/Rock 9pm
Thursday, March 18th -
John Calvin, Richard March and The Coleman Jernigan Project -
Singer/Songwriter 9pm
Friday, March 19th-
American Glamstand - Glam/Metal/Rock 9pm
Saturday, March 20th -
The Stumblers - Blues/Rock 9pm
Saturday, March 27th -
Son Del Barrio - Salsa 9pm
Thursday, April 1st -
Circe - Rock 9pm
Friday, April 2nd -
Elvis P. Cock - Rock 9pm
Saturday, April 3rd -
Loose Change and The Chain Gang (Pretenders Tribute Band) - 9pm
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| What to do.... home damage | Thursday March 11 |
Following are some guidelines from Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Kim Holland to help you deal with a damage to your home.
If you decide to file a claim, call your insurance company or agent with your policy number and other relevant information as soon as possible. Cooperate fully with the insurance company, and ask what documents, forms and data you will need.
Take photographs/video of the damage.
Make the repairs necessary to prevent further damage to your property (i.e., cover broken windows, leaking roofs and damaged walls). Do not have permanent repairs made until your insurance company has inspected the property and you have reached an agreement on the cost of repairs.
Save all receipts, including those from the temporary repairs covered by your insurance policy.
If your home is damaged to the extent that you cannot live there, ask your insurance company if you have coverage for additional living expenses incurred while repairs are being made. Save all receipts to document these costs.
The following events are typically not covered by the standard homeowners insurance policy:
Interior water damage from a storm, when there is no damage to the roof or walls of your home.
Damage as the result of a flood.
Removal of fallen trees (if the trees do not land on and damage your home).
Food spoilage due to a power outage.
Water damage from backed-up drains or sewers.
Contact the Oklahoma Insurance Department If you have a concern or question about your insurance or a complaint, please contact the Oklahoma Insurance Department's Consumer Hotline at http://www.oid.ok.gov or (800) 522-0071.
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| Volunteer for KGOU Membership Drive | Thursday March 11 |
KGOU will be needing telephone volunteers for the spring membership drive, March 20 - 26. Skills needed include the ability to hear callers, speak on the phone, and write down information. A love of KGOU Public Radio is a big plus! Sign up online at www.kgou.org/volunteer.php.
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| Oklahoma Art Guild seeks Entries | Thursday March 11 |
The Oklahoma Art Guild is accepting entries for the art show "Oklahoma Friendly
2010." The national juried exhibition opens at the Individual Artists of Oklahoma
Gallery April 17th. Artists interested in submitting their work must do so no later
than March 11th. Entry forms can be found online."
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| Othello's Live Music Calendar - | Thursday March 11 |
Thursday, March 11th -
Lauren Deger - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Thursday, March 11th -
Open Mic with South 77 - 9pm
Friday, March 12th -
Blue Moon - Pop 8pm
Saturday, March 13th -
Todd Canedy and Friends - Jazz 8pm
Sunday, March 14th -
Travis Linville - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Friday, March 19th -
John Calvin, Richard March and The Coleman Jernigan Project - 9pm
Sunday, March 21st -
Travis Linville - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Thursday, March 25th -
Anna Lisa Kinder - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Thursday, March 25th -
Open Mic with South 77 - 9pm
Friday, March 26th -
Carrie Webber and Sarah Grote - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Friday, March 26th -
Adam "Piano Man" Ledbetter - 10pm
Saturday, March 27th -
Kelsey Humphreys - Singer/Songwriter 8pm
Sunday, March 28th -
Travis Linville - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Thursday, April 1st -
Dante and The Hawks - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
Thursday, April1st -
Open Mic with South77 - 9pm
Friday, April 2nd -
Dustin Prinz - Singer/Songwriter 8pm
Saturday, April 3rd -
Maggie McClure and Shane Henry - Singer/Songwriter 8pm
Sunday, April 4th -
Travis Linville - Singer/Songwriter 7pm
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| Women’s Leadership Conference | Friday March 12 |
The second annual Women’s Leadership Conference is for women in public service who have a strong interest in achievement, the drive to advance their careers, and an interest in partnering with others to promote women’s leadership. Women, INC will highlight ways to:
Innovate – respond to contemporary challenges, rapidly changing systems, and workforce demographics.
Navigate – an approach to career decision making that allows each of us to navigate our own unique path to personal and professional leadership.
Create – tap into fresh value-creating ideas that inspire, promote, and push the boundaries
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| Rose Pruning | Friday March 12 |
Will Rogers Gardens maintains the Charles E Sparks Rose Garden. In the spring volunteers help with pruning the roses to help encourage flowering for an extended season. Volunteers are asked to come for just 1 hour, dress for the weather and bring gloves. Staff will provide instructions and tools.
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| Preschool Aerobics | Friday March 12 |
Preschool aerobics will get you moving and grooving with warm-ups, stretches, activities and a cool-down. An active story will wrap up your aerobic experience. Call 231-8650, ext. 4 to register.
Begins at 10:00 am.
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| First Lady Henry to Receive Woman of the Year Award | Friday March 12 |
First Lady Kim Henry will be presented the
Outstanding Woman of the Year Award at the second annual Women's
Leadership Conference for Women in Public Service. The conference will
be held 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., March 12.
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| 2nd Friday Circuit of Art | Friday March 12 |
2nd Friday Circuit of Art is a monthly celebration of the arts in Norman, Oklahoma, taking place the 2nd Friday of each month from 6-10pm.
The arts loop is a monthly Cleveland Area Rapid Transit route that connects the Downtown Arts District with outlying galleries; performance halls and Campus Corner to accompany an art walk the second Friday of each month. Coordinating with the Norman Gallery Association, CART, and the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, the entire city of Norman becomes an arts district, culminating in a wonderful experience of music, visual art and lots of fun! Second Friday doubles as an inexpensive family outing, date or fun night out on the town with friends.
For only 50 cents per ride or $2 for the whole evening, visitors can park and hop on a CART trolley at Republic Bank & Trust on the corner of Main Street and University Boulevard, or any other stop on the route, and visit participating art galleries and organizations. CART riders can get on or off at any of the multiple stops throughout the evening.
Come visit Norman, Oklahoma for a unique arts experience.
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| NCWHM: The Guitar | Friday March 12 |
"The Guitar: Art, Artists and Artisans" will be presented by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum February 12 through May 9. There will be a "sweet" exhibition preview that is free to the public, February 13, 6 to 8 p.m. The exhibit features the arts of teh guitar, the music of the guitar and the artisans who make them. For information about "The Guitar: Art, Artists and Artisans" or other Museum events call (405) 478-2250 or visit www.nationalcowboymuseum.org.
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| Volunteer for KGOU Membership Drive | Friday March 12 |
KGOU will be needing telephone volunteers for the spring membership drive, March 20 - 26. Skills needed include the ability to hear callers, speak on the phone, and write down information. A love of KGOU Public Radio is a big plus! Sign up online at www.kgou.org/volunteer.php.
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| Ruthie Foster in Norman | Friday March 12 |
Norman's performing arts venue is excited to welcome back Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Ruthie
Foster for an evening of blues, gospel, country and folk music, Friday,
March 12. The show begins at 8 pm. Tickets are $40, $35 & $30.
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| Oklahoma Sunshine Week 2010 | Saturday March 13 |
FOI Oklahoma is sponsoring a workshop as part of Sunshine Week 2010 titled, "Privacy, Politicians and the Public's Need to Know." The workshop will run from 9am to 2:30pm at the Oklahoma Tower, 9000 N. Broadway in Oklahoma City. The topics will include the issues of data privacy, a candidates forum, and state legislation dealing with the public's right to know. The 2010 FOI Awrd winners will be announced. More information and registration form is available on the FOI website.
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| An Evening of Shakespeare | Saturday March 13 |
Cross Timbers Theatre Company presents "An Evening of Shakespeare," featuring some of the most well known and best loved scenes from Hamlet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, and many others. From hilarious comedy to touching tragedy, a cast of 12 brings to life all of the variety of Shakespeare’s plays with music, narration, and the unforgettable words of the Bard.
Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students.
March 12th and 13th at 8:00 p.m.
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| Saint Patrick's Day Parade | Saturday March 13 |
Lets go green Oklahoma. And any shade of green will do for Okla. City’s annual St. Patrick’s celebration & parade on Saturday March 13th. This year’s parade will step off at 1 o’clock from 5th & Broadway downtown headed south down EK Gaylord and finally into Bricktown. So come on down to downtown and join all the festivities. Then after the parade, stay and play in Bricktown. It’s Okla. City’s celebration of the green, the annual St. Patricks day parade on Saturday March 13 starting downtown at 5th & Broadway at 1pm
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| Mario Party! | Saturday March 13 |
The Norman Public Library Teen Services is hosting a special Mario Party and Tournament for its March Game On event! Prizes are gift cards to Speeding Bullet and Atomik Pop!.
This Game On is divided into two sessions with four tournaments per session. Players may register for a single tournament for each session. Session One is from 1pm-2:30pm. Session Two is from 2:30pm-4pm. Registration for both sessions starts at 12pm.
Tournament Information
For the Wii:
Super Smash Bros. Brawl - 2 minute brawls (24 players max)
Mario Kart - 3 races per Cup (16 players max)
For the GameCube:
Mario Kart Double Dash - 4 races per Cup (played in pairs, 16 players max)
Super Smash Brothers Melee - 2 minute brawls (24 players max)
Free play is available during both sessions for the Wii, GameCube, and Nintendo 64. Players may bring their own games and systems to this event, but all games must have Mario in them.
Contact Information:
Norman Public Library Information Desk
225 N. Webster Ave.
Norman, OK 73069
405.701.2600
www.justsoyouknow.us/norman
norman_library@pls.lib.ok.us
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| Camp Fire USA Centennial Celebration | Saturday March 13 |
Camp Fire USA Heart of Oklahoma Council invites all
current and past members of Camp Fire USA to celebrate the national
organization's centennial at Camp DaKaNi located at 3601 E. Hefner Road in
Oklahoma City. Activities will begin with a fire lighting ceremony on
Saturday, March 13 at 2 p.m. and will continue through Wednesday, March 17
until 8 p.m. The campfire will burn for 100 hours - one hour for each year
Camp Fire USA has been touching the lives of children.
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| The Heart of the Matter, Oklahoma! | Saturday March 13 |
The Oklahoma Public Health Association (OPHA) is hosting a two-day annual conference at the Sheraton Oklahoma City Hotel on April 7-8, 2010. They are requesting for Oklahoma high school and college students to enter the Tobacco Stops with Me video contest. The deadline is March 13,
2010.
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| Kristin Hahn Poetry Reading - Rescheduled from March 7th to March 14th | Sunday March 14 |
Kristin Hahn will be the featured poet at The Performing Arts
Studio’s Second Sunday Poetry Reading at 2 p.m. March 14.
Hahn is an Oklahoma native. She currently is an English professor at Rose
State College, teaching classes in humanities, literature and composition.
She previously taught high school English and served as an editorial
assistant at *Progressive Farmer* magazine.
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| Sunday Science Film Series "Gattaca" | Sunday March 14 |
Gattaca
(1997) In the not-too-distant future, a less than perfect man wants to travel to the stars. Society has categorized Vincent Freeman (played by Ethan Hawke) as genetically inferior and he has become one of the underclass of humans. To move ahead, he assumes the identity of Jerome Morrow, a perfect genetic specimen who is a paraplegic as a result of a fall. When a colleague is killed Freeman is finally scheduled for a space mission, but a colleague suspects his origins and the police begin an investigation. Rated PG-13. Free with paid museum admission.
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| FanFiction & FanArt Contest Final Entry | Monday March 15 |
Today is the final day to enter the Southern Oaks Library 2010 Fan Fiction, Fan Art contest. Fan Fiction must be 2500 words or less. Fan Art can be any medium. All entries must contain a copyrighted characters. Awards will be available in several age categories. Entry forms are available at the Southern Oaks Library Reference Desk. Winners will be announced March 20, at 2:00pm at Southern Oaks Library. Participants must be present to win. Call John Hilbert at 631-4468 for more information. Entries will be accepted until 9:00pm. All Ages
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| Junior ZooKeeper Camp | Monday March 15 |
Little River Zoo Junior ZooKeeper Spring Break Camp March 15 through March 19. Kids participate in conservation and nature activities while learning to be a real zookeeper. Hands on learning with the animals and a free family graduation celebration on Friday night.
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| Positive Hip Hop for Kids | Monday March 15 |
By combining the world of infectious beats and rhymes that he grew up on with the magical realm of childhood, Agent 23 aims to introduce kids to hip hop without compromising either one. Secret Agent 23 Skidoo has spent over a decade touring nationally in a live hip hop band, and half that time as a Dad, when he realized a need for hip hop both kids and parents could relate to.
Begins at 7:00 p.m. Ends at 8:00 p.m.
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| What to do ... auto accident | Monday March 15 |
Following are some guidelines from Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Kim Holland to help you deal with an automobile accident.
Call the police.
Obtain the following information: The names, addresses, telephone numbers and driver's license numbers of all persons involved in the accident, and any witnesses.
Record the time, date, location, road conditions, make and year of vehicles involved, apparent damages and injuries, and your version of what happened.
Call your insurance agent or company to report the incident as soon as possible.
Ask your agent what documents, forms and data you will need.
Take notes each time you talk with your insurance company, agent, lawyers, police or others involved in the situation. Write down the dates, times, names and subjects you talked about, as well as any decisions or promises made.
Ask your insurance company if you have coverage for a rental vehicle if your car is not drivable. Save all receipts and bills, including those from renting a car or having your car towed and/or stowed.
Keep a disposable camera in your glove box or use your cell phone to quickly take photos in the event that you are in accident.
Contact the Oklahoma Insurance Department If you have a concern or question about your insurance or a complaint, please contact the Oklahoma Insurance Department's Consumer Hotline at http://www.oid.ok.gov or (800) 522-0071.
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| Oklahoma History Center: Oklahoma Rock and Roll | Monday March 15 |
Another Hot Oklahoma Night: A Rock and Roll Exhibit
Fri, 1 Jan 2010 10:00 AM | Happens: Mondays through Sundays daily until November 1
Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma City
This exhibit will explore the Rock and Roll artists, radio stations, personalities, venues, and fans that have called Oklahoma home. Beyond the facts of each story, the exhibit will show how growing up in Oklahoma affected the music. These stories will be displayed in an innovative style to encourage visitor participation and ensure that the visitor will take away a new perspective on the history of Rock and Roll in Oklahoma. Museum Hours: Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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| A Masque in Black & White | Monday March 15 |
A Masque in Black & White presented by INTEGRIS Health and Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Oklahoma is the 10th annual gala fundraiser for the Central Oklahoma Alzheimer's Association and is set for April 16, 2010. The historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel will provide the setting for an event that will feature dancing, fine cuisine and fabulous auction items. Stanley Hupfeld, CEO of INTEGRIS Health, will receive the Maureen Reagan Award, which is given to individuals who display compassionate support for those impacted by Alzheimer's disease. The Masque generates a significant portion of the organization's annual budget. With the success of the gala, the Alzheimer's Association can offer free services including caregiver education, support groups,
in-service training for healthcare workers and so many more. Sponsorships are needed and individual tickets are available for $150. For more information, contact Shelley Speer at 405-319-0780 or shelley.speer@alz.org.
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| [Artspace] at Untitled: Function and Design | Monday March 15 |
On January 15, 2010 [Artspace] at Untitled will premier Function & Design, an exhibition featuring the work of 46 local artisans who have created unique furnishings in six room settings for the home. The exhibit will open with a reception at Untitled on January 15 from 5pm - 8pm and will be on display through March 27, 2010. Curated by Untitled's founder Laura Warriner, the exhibit brings together 46 local artisans in teams collectively creating functional furnishings and objects that showcase the diversity of their talents. Hours: Tues - Fri: 10 - 6, Sat: 10 - 4, Sun - Mon: Closed.
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| Tourism Brochure | Monday March 15 |
Frontier Country Marketing Association introduces its brand-new, regional travel guide to assist travelers and locals in
discovering unique tourism attractions and destinations throughout the 12 central counties of Oklahoma. The free, full-color, 32-page "2010 Frontier Country Travel Guide" describes attractions, restaurants and places to stay- all organized by region and enhanced with regional descriptions of central Oklahoma, colorful photographs, quirky facts and even a few tasty recipes from the area. Request the "2010 Frontier Country Travel Guide" online at oktourism.com or by calling toll free (800) FUN-OKLA. The guides are also available at Oklahoma travel information centers, Certified Folder displays, hotels, restaurants, chambers of commerce, visitor bureaus and attractions throughout Oklahoma. Learn more about Frontier Country by calling (405) 232-6552 or visit oktourism.com.
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| Rodin's 'The Kiss' at Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art | Monday March 15 |
For a limited time, museum visitors get a rare chance to view The Kiss (Le Baiser), one of only five lifetime casts of the bronze statue by Auguste Rodin (1840-1917). On loan from a private collector through March 15, the
sculpture depicts the forbidden embrace of Francesca da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta from Canto V of Dante’s Inferno. This bronze cast was made between 1887 and 1901, placing it among the earliest known casts created during Rodin’s lifetime. It was originally conceived as part of The Gates of Hell. which also included his most famous sculpture, The Thinker. However, Rodin eventually omitted The Kiss from the final work.
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| Available: Harriet Tubman Tribute | Monday March 15 |
The Oklahoma Office of Faith Based Initiatives is offering a one-woman dramatic sketches for community groups and congresgations interested in presenting slices of African-American history. DeLanie Brewer is available to present a sketch titled "Harriet Tubman: A Moses to Her People." For more information or to schedule one of the sketches, call (405) 522-0606 or visit
www.faithlinksok.org.
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| Girl Scout Membership Drive | Monday March 15 |
With all the activity going on around Girl Scout Cookies, Friends of Girl Scouting,
calendar events and a lot more, Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma is getting a lot of
attention in the public -- so now is the time to reach out and invite new girls and
adults to join!
GS-West Membership Drive will be Feb. 1 through March 15. This is a great
opportunity for all the Service Units to earn great incentives while bring more
members to our organization.
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| Mad Science: Science in 1889 | Tuesday March 16 |
Looking for something educational and fun this Spring Break? Join us and learn how science has changed history. This FREE children's event is open to the public. Spots are limited & pre-registration is required.
Class one will be held on March 16th and Class two will be held on March 18th. From 2:00 - 3:00pm. Ages 6 - 12
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| Resume Writing Workshop | Tuesday March 16 |
Connie Myrick, Coordinator of Job Placement and Career Services at Rose State College, will instruct students in resume fundamentals and how to tweak your resume into a job winner. Connie will also tell students about other job finding resources in the Oklahoma City area. This class is designed for teens and adults. Time: 3:30pm-5:00pm, For more information or to pre-register call 631-4468.
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| Homework Help Available at Southern Oaks Library | Tuesday March 16 |
The Southern Oaks Library is offering Homework Help from 4-6pm on Tuesday afternoons starting Feb. 9th. Help will be available
for students in grades 1-5.
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| The Brain and Nutrition OU Lecture | Tuesday March 16 |
Improving neurological health through education, research and
nutrition will be the topic of March's Neuro Night forum, scheduled for 6 p.m.
Tuesday, March 16. Refreshments will be served at 5:45 p.m.
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| Tree and Limb Pickup - Norman | Tuesday March 16 |
The City of Norman Sanitation Department will pick up tree limbs that
are tied in bundles or placed in suitable containers (no more than 35
gallon size). Tree limbs in bundles should be limited to limbs no larger
than 2 inches in diameter and bundles not longer than 4 feet in length.
The Compost Facility located at 398 Bratcher Miner Road is available to
residents free of charge if they wish to bring in their own yard waste.
Larger debris can be brought to the transfer station where a drop off
charge is applicable and based on weight. The hours for the Compost
Facility are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Residents
should bring proof of Norman residence (driver's license with address or
utility bill).
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| Insurance Licensing Check | Tuesday March 16 |
The Oklahoma Insurance Department encourages all consumers to call or visit the Oklahoma Insurance Department website to confirm that any company offering insurance or insurance-like products is properly licensed to do business in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Insurance Department consumer hotline is (800) 522-0071.
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| St. Paddy's Day Concert | Wednesday March 17 |
CELEBRATE ST. PADDY’S DAY WITH TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC!
Arabesque (Steve Vanlandingham and Miranda Arana) teams up with The Merry Sisters (Kathy Dagg and Shanda McDonald) to form Celtic Caravan, a four-piece super group dedicated to exploring the enchantments of traditional Irish music. The ensemble will be presenting a special concert of Irish music on St. Patrick's Day, Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 8:00 PM at Sonder Music, Dance, & Art (225 E. Gray Street, Norman, OK). $5 admission at the door. Please BYOB, and don't forget to bring some Guinness for the band!
The four musicians have been fixtures on the local Celtic scene for many years and have been playing together informally for contra dances and other regional events for the past three years.
Steve and Miranda played with the long-running Irish band Banish Misfortune until 2007 and have been together as world music duo Arabesque since 2004. Miranda's flute magically captivates audiences with energy and artistry. Joining with Steve's compelling rhythms on a variety of strings, they blend a colorful palate of Irish and Celtic with Middle Eastern and other world music styles.
Kathy and Shanda belonged to the well-loved local group Calliope House until 2007, when they moved on to form The Merry Sisters. They feature a mix a beautiful vocals and fiery jigs n' reels. Kathy is a multi-instrumentalist who plays guitar, bouzouki, mandolin and banjo and is a mesmerizing singer. Shanda pours her special fiddle-sauce over everything and stirs in some lovely vocal harmonies.
Come early to get a good seat, space is limited. Jig dancing is permitted, foot-tapping is probably inevitable.
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| Westside Church of Christ Hosts Blood Drive | Wednesday March 17 |
On March 17, Westside Church of Christ and Oklahoma Blood Institute
(OBI) are teaming up in a Norman-area blood drive. All healthy adults, 17 and older
are encouraged to donate blood 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 17 at Westside
Church of Christ, 726 McGee.
During March, donors can support the local chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society by forgoing the tote bag in appreciation for giving blood. In turn, Oklahoma
Blood Institute will make a monetary contribution of similar value to support The
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
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| Lean Office Workshop | Thursday March 18 |
The Lean Institute’s Lean Office Workshop teaches the application of lean concepts within the context of an office setting, demonstrating practical ways to increase efficiency, improve work flow, and eliminate waste in administrative environments. Learn how to reduce costs, increase quality, and become more responsive to your customer’s needs through Lean. This one-day workshop is recommended to anyone who works in an office or administrative environment, especially office managers and supervisors.
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| Red Earth Group (Sierra Club) Drinking Club | Thursday March 18 |
We had our first REG Drinking Club meeting in February. We had a good turnout with some members from Chickasha driving up to join in at McNellie's.
So, we're going to meet again in March! Again, this will be an informal time for members and non-members alike to join at a pub or bar for social time. There will be no speaker, no program, and no sign-up sheet. We just want to get to know everyone in a completely informal and casual setting.
The meetings will take place on every third Thursday of the month (more to be added later if that is needed). The second meeting of the REG Drinking Club will take place this month on March 18th at 7:00 pm at Coach's (1o2 W. Main St.) in Downtown Norman. (Coach's)
Coach's has been a gracious host of REG events in the past. It is located right across the railroad tracks from the Santa Fe Depot, where we have our monthly meetings.
We also didn't decide on a name. So, we will also be deciding on a name for the club. First entry is "Thirsty Third Thursday." So bring your friends (of legal age only please) and your thinking caps and enjoy some social time with the REG Drinking Club.
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| Flower Arranging | Thursday March 18 |
A free introductory, fun-filled sesson on basic flower arranging. Vases, greenery and flowers are provided. An easy design problem will be assigned, followed by a student particpation critques. Students shold bring a sturdy pair of scissors or hand pruners. No experience necessary.
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| Tax Assistance in Norman | Thursday March 18 |
Through April 14, the Norman Public Library, 225 N. Webster in downtown Norman, offers free income tax preparation assistance three evenings a week. On Mondays volunteers from the American Association of Retired Persons, AARP, will be in the library's Lowry Room from 5-8 p.m. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, VITA, with students from the University of Oklahoma School of Law, will be in the library's Computer Training Center from 6 - 9 p.m. VITA personnel will work with individuals to prepare and file simple state and federal tax returns online. Those seeking tax preparation assistance are advised to bring their W2s and related, personal tax documents and records with them. Only the 1040 short forms will be prepared at the library. Tax payers who want to itemize deductions or file more complicated returns should consult an accountant or take advantage of tax-preparation software packages. Volunteers will work with tax-preparers on a walk-in, first-come-first-served basis. No registration or reservations are required or accepted. For more information about this or any of the programs and services offered at the library, visit the library, call 701-2620, or log on to the website. The Norman Public Library is part of the Pioneer Library System.
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| Spring Break Day Camps at OKC Zoo | Friday March 19 |
Take a break at the Oklahoma City Zoo! Each day camp offers a variety of activities, including Zoo tours, up-close animal visits, crafts and games.
All Spring Break Camps:
Are designed for 4-5, 6-7 and 8-11 year olds.
Cost per child per day: $20 (ZooFriends members), $25 (non-member).
Require advance registration and payment (first-come, first-served basis).
Have a snack provided, but children must bring their own lunch.
Require birth certificates to verify age.
Allow enrollment online at http://okczoo.recware.com.
Allow enrollment by phone at (405) 425-0218.
Thriller: Tuesday, March 16/9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
They come from underground, but don't let them scare you. Grasp what makes these creepy crawlies so different.
Black & White: Wednesday, March 17/9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Are they black on white or white on black? Explore the importance of patterns among these and other monochromatic friends.
Fly Away: Thursday, March 18/9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
See how these animals take to the skies. This camp will fly by quickly, so let's do our best to keep up!
You Are Not Alone: Friday, March 19/9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In nature, you're never alone! Learn the best ways to explore animals in the Zoo's backyard and your own!
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| Spring Break Camp at Science Museum Oklahoma | Friday March 19 |
You can discover the secrets of crime scene investigation as you become a detective during Did You Ever … Solve a Crime, a weeklong Spring Break Camp at Science Museum Oklahoma. You will break through the caution tape and explore the forensic science behind every criminal investigation.
You will use the chemistry of DNA and decomposition to gather hard evidence, the biology of hair and fingerprint analysis to weed out the innocent, the physics of trajectory and photography to pinpoint the time the offense was committed, and the physiology of lie detection and suspect interrogation to tie up any loose ends in the investigation.
Science, fun and solving crimes – all in a days work for CSI detectives at Science Museum Oklahoma.
March 15-19, 2010
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily
Available for grades 1-3 and 4-6
Cost:
• $200/student for members
• $235/student for non-members
Included:
• Admission to the museum
• Loads of fun, hands-on activities
• Lunch each day
• T-shirt
Minimum 30 students. Grade levels will be combined if enrollment is low.
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| Spring Break Escape at SNOMNH | Friday March 19 |
Engage your senses as you spring into the culture and nature of Oklahoma! Daily activities include art workshops, nature hikes, storytelling, scavenger hunt and more! All programs are free with museum admission but space will be limited for some activities.
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| Stroll Patrol Training | Friday March 19 |
This is Will Rogers Gardens basic volunteer training. During this 2 hour session volunteers wil learn about the Gardens in preparation to provide support throughout the year. Areas covered are general information about plant collections, history and features in the Gardens and volunteer policies. Follwoing this introductory session, volunteers can help staff with supportive assistance to garden visitors by walking the grounds,providing a positive presence, greeting visitors and sharing information about the Garden amenities.
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| Norman Public Forums on Water Issues | Friday March 19 |
All citizens of Norman are invited to attend a series of public forums to explore long term solutions for our drinking water needs. The forums will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 201 W. Gray Street. They will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will last approximately two hours. The dates and topics of the forums are
* January 7, 2010: Introduction and Purpose of the Series; Norman's Existing Strategic Water Supply Plan, and Charter Utility Provisions.
* January 21, 2010: State Water Plan
* February 4, 2010: Other Water Supply Options - Reclaimed Water, Brackish Water, Arsenic Treatment Technologies
* February 18, 2010: Lake Thunderbird Augmentation Study/Central Oklahoma Master Conservancy District
* March 4, 2010: Central Oklahoma Regional Raw Water Supply Solution
* March 25, 2010: Use of Trusts to Collectively Acquire and Deliver Water Resources
* April 1, 2010: Financial Condition of Norman's Utilities (Water, Sewer, Solid Waste)
* April 15, 2010: Comparison of Financial Options Related to Long Term Water Solutions
The forums will be broadcast live on Channel 20 and rebroadcast periodically throughout the series. Each of the eight forums are open to all, but the City would encourage your commitment to attend as many meetings as possible in order to gain full understanding of our water needs and future. Please call the City of Norman Utilities Department at 366-5443 to reserve your place at these meetings. Informational packets regarding each meeting will be provided.
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| OKC StorySlam: "On the Road" | Friday March 19 |
The StorySlam is a monthly open-mic competitive storytelling event. Participating
storytellers arrive early and sign up to tell their stories. All stories must be 7
minutes or less and must relate to the theme for the evening. After all stories,
poems, and letters are shared, the audience will vote on their favorite storyslammer
by applause. StorySlam is free to attend, but
content is geared toward a mature audience.
Sign up -7:00, Stories begin - 7:30
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| Outlaw Poets | Saturday March 20 |
The Outlaw Poets are gathering once again to share words, music, and art at The
Castle in Norman. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up and read original
poetry or works of others, sing a song, perform a skit, deliver comedy or
performance art. all styles of artistic expression are welcomed in the all ages
venue. The featured poet for the month of March is Skip Largent, a poet, playwright,
photographer and friend to many artists in the metro area.
7pm-2am ALL AGES
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| BOOK SIGNING | Saturday March 20 |
Author Bill Ford, President of Shawnee Milling Company, will be signing copies of his 1st book, " Will's Test of Courage: A Young Cowboy Rides Into the Night".
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| CAIR-Oklahoma 4th Annual Banquet | Saturday March 20 |
WHAT: CAIR-OK Fourth Annual Banquet. "A New Era of Hope: Our Role, Our Future"
WHEN: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Registration: 6:00 p.m. Program & Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73111.
CONTACT: CAIR-OK. Tel: 405-415-6851. Email: info@ok.cair.com. Register Here: http://ok.cair.com
RSVP Today and Save 40% from the door ticket price and late registration (after March 12th)
On Saturday, March 20th the Oklahoma chapter CAIR-Oklahoma will hold its fourth annual banquet in Oklahoma City, OK at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, beginning at 7 p.m.
The evening's program will feature keynote speaker International Human Rights Activist Anna Baltzer, master of ceremonies and entertainment Preacher Moss from “Allah Made Me Funny – The Official Muslim Comedy Tour,” and motivational speaker Rodwan Saleh. The event will feature a documentary of CAIR-Oklahoma’s work in 2009, award presentations for Distinguished Achievements in Community Service, Media and Journalism, and Social Justice. Community leaders and activists from across the state of Oklahoma will join public officials, elected representatives and other distinguished guests at the banquet.
Please call and reserve your seat. Seating is limited. Tickets will be $35 per person or $60 per couple, $20 for students (with valid ID) and $15 for babysitting (6 months – 12 years). Tickets will increase in price after March 12th to $50 per person. You can still purchase your tickets online, Register Here: http://ok.cair.com
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| Special Appearance: Brett Valliant | Saturday March 20 |
Special guest organist, Brett Valliant will perform a program showcasing the versatility of Sharp Concert Hall's mighty Möller Municipal organ. Appearing on selected numbers with Brett Valliant, David DeWitt, percussion. Program may include popular composers such as Gershwin and Porter; classical compositions by Bach and Guilmant; Bohemian Rhapsody featuring the piano stop; Overture to La Gazza Ladra (Thieving Magpie) and the organ students are insisting on ABBA's "Dancing Queen." The concert is a rare and wonderful opportunity, not to be missed! For more information, visit http://aoi.ou.edu/brett
Begins at 8:00 pm.
Tickets are available at the door only. $10 adults; $7 OU faculty/staff, senior adults and students with OU id.
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| Lock-in at Norman Public Library | Saturday March 20 |
Teens ages 12 - 17 will be locked in the Norman library overnight on
Saturday, March 20, to solve a mystery associated with The Big Read: The
Maltese Falcon of the Pioneer Library System. Permission forms signed by a
parent or guardian must be submitted to Norman Public Library teen librarian
Rebecca Spence by 8 p.m. Friday, March 5.
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| Cair-OK 4th Annual Banquet | Saturday March 20 |
On Saturday, March 20th the Oklahoma chapter CAIR Oklahoma
will hold its fourth annual banquet in Oklahoma City, OK at the National Cowboy &
Western Heritage Museum, beginning at 7 p.m.
The evening's program will feature keynote speaker International Human Rights
Activist Anna Baltzer, master of ceremonies and entertainment Preacher Moss from
“Allah Made Me Funny – The Official Muslim Comedy Tour,” and motivational speaker
Rodwan Saleh.
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| Grace: a documentary about Grace Paley | Sunday March 21 |
The Midwest City Library has been selected to host a pre-release viewing of a documentary about short story writer, poet, and social activist Grace Paley, which has just been completed by award-winning filmmaker Sonya Friedman. The showing will be at the MWC Library, 8143 E. Reno in Midwest City, from 3:00-4:00 on Sunday, March 21. The documentary will be followed by readings of Ms. Paley's work and general discussion. The event is free and open to the public.
Ms. Paley was born in 1922 and died in 2007. She was a self-described "combative pacifist and cooperative anarchist," and was involved in number social justice causes. Current Biography says "few writers have ever earned so lustrous a reputation as Grace Paley's solely from a literary commodity of doubtful marketability, the short story." Susan Sontag remarked after the appearance of Grace Paley's first book, The Little Disturbances of Man, in 1959 that her readers hear "a voice like no one else's: funny, sad, lean, modest, energetic, and cute."
Sonya Friedman has been an Academy Award Oscar nominee for her documentaries, as well as the recipient of several Emmy awards, a frequent winner of the American Film Festival's Blue Ribbon award, and more. Her films have also been broadcast nationally on PBS.
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| The Story of Louis Pasteur | Sunday March 21 |
This film, staring Paul Muni in the title role, won 3 Oscars and was nominated for Best Picture in 1937. The film traces the ups and downs of Pasteur’s career, beginning in 1860 when his germ theory and recommendation that doctors wash their hands and sterilize their instruments meet with derision in the academy. Unrated. Free with paid museum admission.
Starts at 2:00 pm.
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| Child Health and Survival in Countries Recovering from Conflict in Africa | Monday March 22 |
Public Lecture with Emmanuel d'Harcourt, Senior Health Director, International Rescue Committee
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| "When Animals Attack" at the NC&WHM | Monday March 22 |
Beginning January 22 through July 11, a National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum exhibit will feature stereographs depicting staged animal attacks from 1880-1910. Titled "When Animals Attack?: Humorous Hunting Tableaux," the exhibit is located inside the Osborn Photography Studio Gallery in the 1900s cattle town Prosperity Junction. The images showcase some of the quirkier stereographs collected by the Museum's Donald C. & Elizabeth M. Dickinson Research Center. The exhibit is also available via the Museum's web site. The Museum is located in Oklahoma City's Adventure District at the junction of I-44 and I-35. For more information about the Museum or for a calendar of events, visit the web site or call (405) 478-2250.
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| Homework Help Available at Southern Oaks Library | Tuesday March 23 |
The Southern Oaks Library is offering Homework Help from 4-6pm on Tuesday afternoons starting Feb. 9th. Help will be available
for students in grades 1-5.
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| Teaching Your Children Financial Skills for Life | Tuesday March 23 |
When it comes to financial management, one thing all parents have in common in wanting to ensure their children have financial skills for life. Sadly, financial education is not systemically provided in the public education system in the U.S. This session will provide parents with children from preschool through teen years with age appropriate financial competencies as well as activities. This session is only for parents—not for parents and children. Register online at www.justsoyouknow.us or call 405.701.2600
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| A Different Way of Talking about Same-Gender Marriage | Tuesday March 23 |
The Interfaith Alliance Foundation of Oklahoma is hosting a forum on same-gender marriage, Tuesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. at the Will Rogers Center, 4322 N. Western in Oklahoma City. A panel of distinguished Oklahoma citizens and including the Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy, National President of The Interfaith Alliance, will discuss same-gender marriage from the perspective of civil law and religious freedom. The event is free and open to the public.
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| Brightmusic Chamber Music Concert | Tuesday March 23 |
Brightmusic, Oklahoma City's own chamber music ensemble, presents "Music for Three - Part II," a concert of four piano trios: (1) the world premiere of a work commissioned by Brightmusic and composed by OKC's Edward Knight entitled "Curve of Gold," a five-song cycle for piano, clarinet and tenor, based on the poetry of the 19th Century poet Sara Teasdale; (2) Maurice Ravel's Trio in A minor for piano, violin and cello; (3) Charles Martin Loeffler's "Two Rhapsodies" for piano, viola and oboe; and (4) Giovanni Bottesini's "Gran Duetto" for piano, double bass and clarinet. A reception with the musicians follows the concert. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.
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| [Artspace] at Untitled Italian Cooking Class | Tuesday March 23 |
[Artspace] at Untitled is pleased to present the next class in our A Taste of Art series, An Evening in Italy: Risotto with Chef Eric Smith on March 23 at 6pm. Chef Eric will guide participants through the tricky task of preparing the perfect risotto. He will also share creative ways to modify this classic Italian dish. The menu includes:
Risotto three ways: Wild mushroom; Roasted pepper and goat cheese; Tomato/basil
Diamond Jim meatballs
Mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette, tuscan croutons and baked goat cheese
Coconut cream cupcakes
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| Tree and Limb Pickup - Norman | Tuesday March 23 |
The City of Norman Sanitation Department will pick up tree limbs that
are tied in bundles or placed in suitable containers (no more than 35
gallon size). Tree limbs in bundles should be limited to limbs no larger
than 2 inches in diameter and bundles not longer than 4 feet in length.
The Compost Facility located at 398 Bratcher Miner Road is available to
residents free of charge if they wish to bring in their own yard waste.
Larger debris can be brought to the transfer station where a drop off
charge is applicable and based on weight. The hours for the Compost
Facility are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Residents
should bring proof of Norman residence (driver's license with address or
utility bill).
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| The Bollywood Song-Sequence and its Afterlives | Wednesday March 24 |
A public lecture with Sangita Gopal followed by a screening of the film Dil Se.
Public Lecture 4:30 pm
Reception 6:00 pm
Film Screening 7:00 pm
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| 19th Annual Arts! Arts! Arts! 2010 Fundraiser | Wednesday March 24 |
The University of Oklahoma Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts presents its
annual fine arts fundraiser Blown Away by the Arts, the 19th annual Arts! Arts!
Arts! with special guest, meteorologist Gary England from News9, at 6:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, March 24, in the National Weather Center. This fundraiser will provide
scholarships and grants for students and faculty within the Weitzenhoffer Family
College of Fine Arts.
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| Native American Film Festival | Thursday March 25 |
Native American Film Festival from 1:30-5pm 6 short films sponsored by the Sundance Institute, and Barking Water 85 min. followed by Q & A with writer and director Sterlin Harjo, producer Chad Burris, and co-stars Casey Camp Horinek and Richard Ray Whitman.
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| GPS Scavenger Hunt | Thursday March 25 |
Learn about global positioning systems and geocaching with Kyle Worthington and the 4H crew. Participants will follow clues to hidden “letterboxes” placed in inconspicuous, scenic locations inside & outside the Southern Oaks Public Library. All materials provided. Call 631-4468 for more information or to pre-register. Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm. FREE
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| Bible Analyst Speaks | Thursday March 25 |
Dr. Bart Ehrman will be speaking on the topic: “Is the New Testament Forged? Who Were the Authors of the Christian Bible?” at 7:00 pm with Book Signing at 6:30 pm at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History.
Dr. Bart Ehrman, is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor and Chair, Department of Religious Studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; author of over twenty-five books, including: Lost Christianities, Misquoting Jesus and recently, Jesus, Interrupted.
This lecture is presented by the OU College of Liberal Studies, the Honors College, the Department of English and Religious Studies Program. This public lecture is supported by 2010 Presidential Dream Couse Funds.
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| Poison Prevention Poster Contest Winners Award Ceremony | Thursday March 25 |
In observance of National Poison Prevention Week 2010, the Oklahoma
Poison Control Center will host the Poison Prevention Poster Contest Capitol Event
and Award Ceremony at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, March 25, in the Blue Room at the State
Capitol. The event will honor students in grades one through five who placed in the
Oklahoma Poison Prevention poster contest.
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| Roundtable Discussion on Native American Cinema | Friday March 26 |
Roundtable on Native American Cinema with Chad Burris, Sterlin Harjo, and N. Bird Runningwater, moderated by Andy Horton
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| Sherman Alexie Book Signing | Friday March 26 |
Sherman Alexie to visit OU March 24-26 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
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| Medieval Fair | Friday March 26 |
The kingdom will come alive at the 34th annual Medieval Fair at Reaves Park in Norman. This living history fair features art, crafts, food, games and a a vast array of entertainment for all ages. Highlights are jousting tournaments with knights on horseback and human chess games. Enjoy music, dance, juggling, magic, storytelling and drama on six stages. Admission is free. For more information visit www.medievalfair.org
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| Norman Public Forums on Water Issues | Friday March 26 |
All citizens of Norman are invited to attend a series of public forums to explore long term solutions for our drinking water needs. The forums will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 201 W. Gray Street. They will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will last approximately two hours. The dates and topics of the forums are
* January 7, 2010: Introduction and Purpose of the Series; Norman's Existing Strategic Water Supply Plan, and Charter Utility Provisions.
* January 21, 2010: State Water Plan
* February 4, 2010: Other Water Supply Options - Reclaimed Water, Brackish Water, Arsenic Treatment Technologies
* February 18, 2010: Lake Thunderbird Augmentation Study/Central Oklahoma Master Conservancy District
* March 4, 2010: Central Oklahoma Regional Raw Water Supply Solution
* March 25, 2010: Use of Trusts to Collectively Acquire and Deliver Water Resources
* April 1, 2010: Financial Condition of Norman's Utilities (Water, Sewer, Solid Waste)
* April 15, 2010: Comparison of Financial Options Related to Long Term Water Solutions
The forums will be broadcast live on Channel 20 and rebroadcast periodically throughout the series. Each of the eight forums are open to all, but the City would encourage your commitment to attend as many meetings as possible in order to gain full understanding of our water needs and future. Please call the City of Norman Utilities Department at 366-5443 to reserve your place at these meetings. Informational packets regarding each meeting will be provided.
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| OU Parents Weekend | Friday March 26 |
OU Parents Weekend at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History is March 26th and 27th. Admission is free for the parents of University of Oklahoma students when accompanied by their student. The museum is open from 10:00 A-M to 5:00 P-M.
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| Moms' Weekend Diamond Casino | Friday March 26 |
The Union Programming boards presents “Diamond Casino Night” March 26th from 7:00 to 10:00 P-M. The event is held at the Will Rogers Room of the Oklahoma Memorial Union.
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| Staff Week Craft Fair | Friday March 26 |
Staff Week is April 26-30 and we
need crafters for our annual CRAFT FAIR on Thursday April 29th! Participation is
open to OU Staff, both current AND retired and/or their families. A staff person
MUST be present at the crafters booth at all times if they are not current or
retired OU Staff.
Deadline to sign up is March 26th, 2010
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| Future Voices Dance Performance | Friday March 26 |
This choreographic showcase will feature several different pieces choreographed by local dance professionals, including some of Oklahoma City Ballet's own staff and dancers. The Plaza Theater creates an intimate setting for an up-close look at the dancers and the dance, including a question and answer session with the choreographers after each performance. Future Voices will be full of variety in movement and music.
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| Oklahoma City Civic Center - Bonamassa | Friday March 26 |
The Oklahoma City Civic Center hosts a performance by blues guitarist and singer Joe Bonamassa on March 26th. The accomplished musician has performed with many artists including Buddy Guy and Eric Clapton, and the show begins at 8:00 P-M.
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| Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators - Annual Spring Conference | Saturday March 27 |
Listen to three editors, an agent, and an art designer - all from major publishers. Find out how to break-in, have your manuscript critiqued, and mix and mingle with the speakers. Visit the website for detailed information.
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| “Inventing Fantastic Stories” Creative Writing Festival | Saturday March 27 |
Noted screenwriter and novelist Lou Berney and celebrated poet Douglas Goetsch will headline the Creative Writing Festival. The festival, free and open to the public, will bring together local writers at all levels to talk about the writing of fiction, non-fiction, poetry and screenwriting. Workshops will be available in freewriting, writing invention, plotting and structuring a work and character creation. There will also be a session with Berney and Goetsch on writing life and publication, as well as creative readings and opportunities for book signings. OCU will sponsor a writing contest for local high school students as part of the festivities. Scholarships will be awarded for the winning entries. Advance registration is encouraged via e-mail. Include a name and writing affiliation.
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| Marked - Women's Issues | Saturday March 27 |
Marked is an event to raising awareness and funds for non-profit organizations working on behalf of women's issues around the world. For just $10, you get admission to all events and concerts.
From 2-7pm, we'll offer:
* Authentic Ethnic food samples/meals
* Special deals from local businesses
* Local Art show and sale
* Educational (and fun!) Kids Area
* Fairly-traded items supporting MicroEnterprise Programs Internationally
* Boutique Items hand-made by International Refugees living in OKC
* Specialty coffee from Café Evoke Catering
* Optional Social Justice Classes on women’s issues (including a men’s only class!)
At 7:00 pm, we'll have a Celebration of Hope featuring local artist Marcy Priest and stories of hope from local and global organizations working on behalf of women.
Waterdeep will be having a CD release concert at 8:30pm. This will be their first performance as a full-band in five years!
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| Stompdown Step Competition | Saturday March 27 |
Stomp Down: Enjoy a regional dance and step competition hosted by the Black Student Association and National Panhellenic Council at McCasland Field House.
Starts at 7:00 P-M
http://www.ticketstorm.com/event/oustompdown2010/mccaslandfieldhouse/norman/3458/
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| Mendelssohn’s Elijah | Saturday March 27 |
This fiery performance tells the story of the famous Bible prophet, Elijah, through the style of an oratorio, where orchestra, chorus and soloists represent characters in the drama. Mendelssohn uses Biblical episodes to produce intensely dramatic scenes, including the "contest of the gods" where Elijah warns the people of Baal against worshipping false gods, and Elijah being taken into heaven on a fiery chariot. Some of the oratorio’s closing words are its finest: “Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in their heavenly Father's realm. Joy on their head shall be for everlasting, and all sorrow and mourning shall flee away for ever,” -truly a message of hope for all people.
Starts at 8:00 pm.
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| The Ten Beethoven Violin and Piano Sonatas at OU | Saturday March 27 |
The University of Oklahoma School of Music presents the complete cycle of the ten Beethoven Violin and Piano Sonatas, performed by
violinist Dan Nobuhiko Smiley and pianist Jonathan Shames, in three concerts: 8 p.m.
concert Saturday, March 27, followed by a 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. concert, Sunday, March
28 in Sharp Concert Hall, a part of the Sutton Concert Series.
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| Museum Store First Sidewalk Sale | Saturday March 27 |
The Museum Store at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage
Museum in Oklahoma City is excited to announce its first Sidewalk Sale. Beginning
March 13 and lasting through March 27, this blowout sale features back stock items
at 35 to 75 percent off. Sale hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and
merchandise will be set up in the Museum entrance just outside of The Museum Store.
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| St. Baldrick's Day | Sunday March 28 |
Go bald and help find a cure for children’s cancer! VZD’s will again host one of the most heartwarming of all fundraising events—St. Baldricks—an event that asks ordinary people to shave their heads for an extraordinary cause. Join us Sunday, March 28, VZD’s, at 2 pm when the saving and live entertainment begin! There will be music, dancing, and some of the most beautiful bald people you’ve ever seen. Go to stbaldricks.org to participate. This Spring, on March 28th to be exact, the locks will fall. Do it for the kids--and remember--Bald is the “new black”!
The festivities on Sunday will include:
Everything Goes - Flamenco dancers,
OK Academy of Irish Dancers, and
Allim Studios Belly Dancers.
If MUSIC is your thing, the BANDS begin at 4PM. This year
Matt Hart
Tall Cotton
The Rock Bottom Ramblers
Reverb Brosthers
& Otis Watkins will rock the house for St. B's Day!
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO FIND A CURE FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER
A Warm up for St. Baldrick’s Weekend begins with live music
Friday at the Blue Note!
The line-up includes:
Balthazar
The Boom Bang
The Pretty Black Chains
AND
Saturday Night at the HiLo Club!
The line up includes:
The Venditos
Big Whiskey Blackout
White Girls
Stellar Chromatic
AGAIN- ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT ST. BALDRICK’S FOUNDATION!
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| A Resurrection Dream Dinner Theatre | Sunday March 28 |
Walk through the days of Jesus and experience first hand what it was like to live when he did.
Be a part of the hustle and bustle of the market place while you interact with roman soldiers, religious leaders, lepers and commoners.
Take the kids to the petting zoo but watch out for the booth merchants trying to sell their goods and animals .
Witness many of the miracles that Jesus performed as he journeyed to Jerusalem.
Dine on foods common in that day and eat the way they did ( With your fingers!!)
Date: March 28th, April 2nd & 3rd
Location: First Baptist Church Moore
27th St and I-35 in Moore
793-2600
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Ticket are $12 for adults & $8 for kids 10 &under.
Buy your tickets at:
First Baptist Church Moore
Or @ FBCMOORE.ORG/TICKETS
FREE CHILDCARE PROVIDED FOR 0-4YRS BY RESERVATION ONLY!
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| Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway | Sunday March 28 |
The University of Oklahoma's Broadway Tonight features a whole night of Broadway songs from musicals such as "Phantom of the Opera" and "Les Miserables" at 7:30 pm, Sunday, March 28th in the Rose State Performing Arts Theatre. Seek further details at www.uco.edu/broadway/
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| AFH Film Screening | Sunday March 28 |
Architecture for Humanity : Oklahoma
City will be sponsors this screeing in Meacham Auditorium in the Oklahoma Memorial Union Sunday, March 28th. The film will begin sometime between 1:30 and 2:00.
100% of the proceeds will be going to Architecture For Humanity's Rebuilding in Haiti.
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| Using Online Financial Management and Investing Tools | Monday March 29 |
The internet has led to the development of hundreds if not thousands of sites dedicated to personal finance. Sorting through this morass can be challenging to say the least. This session will highlight the websites, online investing tools and online calculators that can help participants with financial planning. Register online at www.justsoyouknow.us or call 405.598.5955
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| Writing Contest for Pottawatome Students | Monday March 29 |
Students from the Shawnee area are invited to participate in a writing contest sponsored by St. Gregory's University
student Kara Pekah. The contest, open to Pottawatomie County students
age 12-15, is part of Pekah's senior leadership project. Three winners
will be selected and will receive prizes donated by Shawnee vendors. The
deadline for entries is March 29.
Entries may be e-mailed to SGUessay@stgregorys.edu or mailed to SGU
Essay Contest, 1900 W. MacArthur Street, Shawnee, OK 74804. All
participants will receive acknowledgement for their hard work and
participation.
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| Homework Help Available at Southern Oaks Library | Tuesday March 30 |
The Southern Oaks Library is offering Homework Help from 4-6pm on Tuesday afternoons starting Feb. 9th. Help will be available
for students in grades 1-5.
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| Everett Series Presents Poets of the Two Southwests | Tuesday March 30 |
This group reading will be performed by poets whose work was included in the anthology Two Southwests, a bilingual collection which “gathers poems by twenty-seven contemporary poets from the southwestern United States and southwestern China.” For more on the Everett Series, please visit our web site.
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| Parent University 2010 | Tuesday March 30 |
Parent University event provides practical tips on raising grateful, giving children
Parents, teachers, counselors and other family advocates will learn practical and powerful child development information and applicable how-tos at an upcoming workshop by Dawn Billings. The Parent University workshop, "Don't Feed the Gimme Monster: Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World," is being hosted by MetroFamily Magazine and sponsored by Providence Hall Classical School. Scheduled for Tuesday, March 30, 2010 from 6:30 to 9pm. (registration 5:45pm).
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| Sounds of Columbia | Tuesday March 30 |
The University of Oklahoma School of Music
presents Columbian music group Tekumbé as part of the Masala World Music
Series at 8 p.m., Tuesday, Mar. 30, in Sharp Concert Hall.
Tekumbé’s music is a fusion between Vallenato, Salsa, Cumbia, and Gaita,
with elements of blues, rock and reggae. Tekumbé was created in Norman,
Oklahoma, in April of 2009. Tekumbé’s band members come from very different
backgrounds and countries.
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| Author Cheryl Steele Book Signing | Tuesday March 30 |
Steele will be available to sign copies of her Children's book, A Mouse in
God's House.
The signing starts at 2:00 p.m.
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| New Lupus Support Group in OKC! | Wednesday March 31 |
The Lupus Foundation of America, Oklahoma Chapter, a support organization for people with lupus, has added a new local support group. Meetings will be held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm beginning March 31st at the LFA-OK Chapter office in the George Krumme Building located at 4100 N. Lincoln in Oklahoma City. The meeting is free and open to the public
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| Crowns Tea portraits | Wednesday March 31 |
The complimentary souvenir portraits taken at the Norman Public Library
Crowns Tea are available to be picked up at the Information Desk in the
library, 225 N. Webster in downtown Norman. The portraits were taken by
Norman photographer Chris Porter in the style of the photos in the book
CROWNS: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats, which is the inspiration
for the event.
The official portraits, as well as hundred of candid and group photos taken
at the event, can be viewed and downloaded from the library's Flickr photo
album at http://www.flickr.com/photos/jsyk .
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