For Immediate Release: Jan. 15, 2009
Contact: Lauren Lorenzen, Public Relations Manager
Telephone: 405-232-6552
E-mail: lauren@oktourism.com
Frontier Country February – March 2009 Event Calendar
DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Ongoing Events & Exhibits
Through July 2009 “Unconquered, Allan Houser and the Legacy of One Apache
Family”
Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-522-5248, www.okhistorycenter.org
Media Contact: Michael Dean, Oklahoma History Center, 405-522-5241
Info: Fine art exhibit show casing the 2- and 3-dimensional work of this very prolific
artistic family.
Through December 2009 “Tierra de me Familia: Oklahoma”
Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-522-5248, www.okhistorycenter.org
Media Contact: Michael Dean, Oklahoma History Center, 405-522-5241
Info: New exhibit that tells the stories of Latinos in Oklahoma.
February
Feb. 1 – March 31 2009 Red Earth Master Artist Show
Red Earth Museum, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405- 427-5228, www.redearth.org
Media Contact: Eric Oesch, Red Earth Museum, 405-427-5228
Info: Award-winning artists from the 2008 Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival
juried art competition are featured in the 2009 Red Earth Master Artist Invitational Show
currently on view at the Red Earth Museum located at Science Museum Oklahoma in
Oklahoma City.
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Feb. 4 – 20 The Arkansas Bear
Children’s Center for the Arts, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Box Office, 405-951-0011,
www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org
Media Contact: Mollie Reid, Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, 405-606-7003
Info: Saddened and bewildered at her grandfather's approaching death, Tish runs to her
"special tree." There, in a world of fantasy, she meets the World's Greatest Dancing Bear.
Feb. 5 – April 19, 2009 Harlem Renaissance
Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100 ext. 3100,
www.okcmoa.com/harlemrenaissance
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: Explore African American art of the 1920s and 1930s and its lasting legacy with a
one-of-a-kind exhibition held only at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. $12 adults, $10
seniors and students, free for children 5 & under and Museum members.
Thurs 7:30; Fri 8:00; Sat 2:00 & 8:00
Feb. 5 – 21 The Who’s TOMMY
Lyric at the Plaza, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-524-9312, www.lyrictheatreokc.com
Media Contact: Amy Russo, Lyric Theatre, 405-524-9310
Info: Exhilarating and emotional, The Who’s famous rock opera creates an intense, oneof-a-kind musical experience about that famous pinball wizard. Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri. 8
p.m., Sat. 2 and 8 p.m.
Feb. 6 Oklahoma City University Choirs Concert
Petree Recital Hall in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, Oklahoma City University,
Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.okcu.edu/music/basscenter
Media Contact: Cami Stinson, OCU, 405-208-5646, cstinson@okcu.edu
Info: The university choirs (Ad Astra, Chamber Choir, University Singers and University
Men’s Chorus) will present a concert at 8 p.m.
Feb. 6 WinterTales Storytelling Festival
Stage Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: www.artscouncilokc.com, 405-280-4848
Media Contact: Emily Reagan, Arts Council of Oklahoma City, 405-270-4884
Info: A one-night only performance featuring renowned storyteller Donald Davis. The
show’s length and content is geared toward adults. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased
at www.artscouncilokc.com. This is the very last production of WinterTales, before it is
renamed the Oklahoma City Storytelling Festival and moved to September. 8 p.m.
Feb. 6 Practical Pruning
Will Rogers Gardens, Oklahoma City
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General Public Information: 405-943-0827
Media Contact: Jennifer McClintock, 405- 297-3903
Info: Learn useful and simple techniques that will help you save time and energy when
maintaining your plants. FREE. Space is limited. 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Feb. 6 –14 Inherit the Wind
Shawnee Little Theatre, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-2805, www.shawneelittletheatre.com
Media Contact: 405-275-2805
Info: “Inherit The Wind” is a classic American drama based on the Scopes “Monkey”
Trial of 1925, pitting the teachings of Darwinist evolution against Fundamentalist
Christianity.
Feb. 6 - March 29 Arts of the Amazon from the Museum of the Red River
The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-878-5300, www.mgmoa.org
Media Contact: Delaynna Trim, MGMOA, 405-878-5300
Info: Featherwork is a highly complex and expressive art form shared by the indigenous
groups of the Amazon River Basin.
Feb. 7 Reinventing the Past: Part II
Civic Center Music Hall, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-TIC-KETS, 405-842-5387, www.okcphilharmonic.org
Media Contact: Chris Stinchcomb, OKC Philharmonic, chris@okcphilharmonic.org
Info: The OKC Philharmonic presents Reinventing the Past: Part II, Glen Dicterow,
violin. Glenn Dicterow started his phenomenal career as a touring soloist who performed
across the country. After winning many prestigious competitions, he decided to build a
life as an orchestra musician taking solo opportunities as they appeared. For the last 20
years, he has sat at the helm of the New York Philharmonic as its illustrious
concertmaster. In addition to his influence as a performer, Dicterow is an esteemed violin
teacher and chamber musician. 8 p.m.
Feb. 7 Junior Zookeeper Day Camp
Little River Zoo, Norman
General Public Information: 405-366-7229, littleriverzoo@gmail.com
Media Contact: jszoo@sbcglobal.net
Info: Animal Valentines - Create and send special Valentines to your favorite Zoo
Animal friends!
Feb. 7 Beginning Digital Photography
City Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0000, www.cityartscenter.org
Media Contact: Kristin Richter, City Arts Center, 405-951-0000 or 405-609-4118
Info: Whether you have a point and shoot camera or a digital SLR camera, this workshop
will provide you with the basic beginning knowledge of understanding digital
photography language and how to take the best quality photos with your camera.
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Participants need to have their primary digital camera available for the day of the
workshop and have a basic understanding of how to operate the camera. 1 – 4 p.m.
Feb. 7 OK Foundation Quarter Horse Registry
The Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-392-2081, www.fqhrregistry.com
Media Contact: 405-392-2081, www.fqhrregistry.com
Info: The purpose of the Foundation Quarter Horse Registry is to preserve, protect, and
perpetuate the working cow horse bloodlines of the Foundation Quarter Horse by the
individuals that the FQHR deems as Foundation bred.
Feb. 7 27th Annual Chocolate Festival & Gala
Firehouse Art Center, Norman
General Public Information: For info and tickets call 405-329-4523,
www.normanfirehouse.com
Info: Sample Norman's best chocolate dessert from area restaurant, shops and bakeries.
Feb. 7 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Colorado
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
Feb. 7 The 25th Omelette Party – Harlem Egg-aissance
Bricktown Events Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100 ext. 237,
www.okcmoa.com/harlemrenaissance
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: Tickets $75 in advance and $100 at the door. Advanced tickets can be purchased at
the Oklahoma City Museum of Art Store or Visitor Services desk by the Chihuly Tower.
Tickets can be purchased online soon. 7 p.m. – Midnight.
Feb. 8 Screening of Cristain Mungiu’s “4 Months, 3 Weeks, and 2 Days”
Petree Recital Hal in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, Oklahoma City University,
Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.okcu.edu/film-lit
Media Contact: Harbour Winn or Mitzi McGuire, OCU, 405-208-5472, hwinn@okcu.edu
Info: The Oklahoma City University Film Institute is hosting a screening of the 2007
Cannes Film Festival’s Golden Palm winner “4 Months, 3 Weeks, and 2 Days,” a
Romanian masterpiece by Cristain Mungiu.
Feb. 10 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Texas
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 10:35 a.m.
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Feb. 12 – 14 Valentine Cabaret
Recital Hall at Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-425-5530, www.visitedmondok.com
Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405-341-4344
Info: Dinner & musical performance, 6 p.m.
Feb. 12 Vintage Oklahoma Wine & Art Festival
Petroleum Club, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: www.artscouncilokc.com, 405-280-4848
Media Contact: Emily Reagan, Arts Council of Oklahoma City, 405-270-4884
Info: The Oklahoma Grape Growers and Wine Makers Association hosts an evening of
fine wine and fine arts benefitting the Arts Council of Oklahoma City. Sample wines
from 18 wineries from across the state and shop for art from 2009 Festival of the Arts
artists. Tickets are $60 and must be purchased in advance online at
www.localwineevents.com. 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Feb. 13 – 15 PBR Built Ford Tough Series
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 800-595-RIDE, www.pbrnow.com / lazye.com
Media Contact: Robert Simpson, Lazy E Arena, 800-595-RIDE
Info: Best bull riders in the World battle the best bulls. Multiple show times.
Feb. 13 – 15 Mid-Winter Carnival
Shawnee Mall, Shawnee
General Public Information: www.shopshawneemall.com
Info: It's all happening at the mall. Show where the shoppers go. An exciting and unique
venue to exhibit, promote, market, network and sell.
Feb. 14 Valentine Treats for Feathered Tweeties
Martin Park Nature Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-755-0676
Media Contact: Jennifer McClintock, 405- 297-3903
Info: Help us make and deliver some sweet valentine treats to the birds of Martin Park
Nature Center this winter. $2 per person. Space is limited. 2 p.m.
Feb. 14 Frigid Five Miler
Mitch Park, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-4630, www.visitedmondok.com
Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405-341-4344
Info: Five mile run and one mile fun run. Registration $20, 7 a.m.
Feb. 14 -15, 20 - 22, 27-28 “Hay Fever”
City Space Theatre at Oklahoma City Civic Center Music Hall, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.cityrep.com
Media Contact: Cathy Cesar, OCU, 405-208-5121, ccesar@okcu.edu
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Info: TheatreOCU and InfoL Oklahoma Repertory Theatre's co-production of "Hay
Fever" at 8 p.m.
Feb. 17 – 22 “The Crucible”
Pegasus Theater, UCO, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-3774, www.visitedmondok.com
Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405-341-4344
Info: Set against the backdrop of the Salem Witch trials in the 17th Century, 7:30 p.m.
Tues. - Sat. & 2 p.m. Sat. – Sun.
Feb. 19 - 21 "The Minstrel, Or The Lynching of William Brown"
The Black Box Theatre in the Wanda L. Bass Music Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.okcu.edu/theatre
Media Contact: Cathy Cesar, OCU, 405-208-5121, ccesar@okcu.edu
Info: Stage II Theatre OCU Production of "The Minstrel, Or The Lynching of William
Brown" at 8 p.m. Tickets available at door.
Feb. 20 Wine and the Wheel
City Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0000, www.cityartscenter.org
Media Contact: Kristin Richter, City Arts Center, 405-951-0000 or 405-609-4118
Info: Back by popular demand! City Arts Center offers you and your friends a chance to
create something together. Kick back, enjoy some wine and learn the basics of handbuilding while creating your very own piece from scratch to take home. Each student will
have the opportunity to throw on the pottery wheel. Treat yourself and your friends to a
relaxing night out. Must be 21 to enroll in this workshop. 6 – 9 p.m.
Feb. 20 – 21 Weaving a Winter Scarf
City Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0000, www.cityartscenter.org
Media Contact: Kristin Richter, City Arts Center, 405-951-0000 or 405-609-4118
Info: Weave a beautiful and useful carryall in this two-day workshop. Designed for the
beginner, this class covers the fundamentals of weaving on a floor loom, from dressing
the loom to completing a project. Students will learn the basics of weaving, and take
home a fun and functional hand woven bag. All supplies are included. Fri. 6 – 9 p.m. and
Sat. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Feb. 20 – 21 Pops Goes Vegas!
Civic Center Music Hall, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-TIC-KETS, 405-842-5387, www.okcphilharmonic.org
Media Contact: Chris Stinchcomb, OKC Philharmonic, chris@okcphilharmonic.org
Info: The OKC Philharmonic presents Pops Goes Vegas! That's right, “Vegas Baby!"
Conductor Jack Everly and the Phil take a spin on the musical roulette wheel with hip
classics such as Luck Be A Lady, Hey Big Spender, Viva Las Vegas, just to name a few.
The cast of high rollers includes a stellar cast of stars from Broadway and the Vegas Strip
along with Mr. Showmanship himself, Martin Preston, as the legendary Liberace. 8 p.m.
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Feb. 20 – 21 & Feb. 27 – 28 Tartuffe
Judd Theatre at Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-425-5522, www.visitedmondok.com
Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405-341-4344
Info: Comedy suitable for ages 12 & up, 8 p.m.
Feb. 20 – 21 Triangle Horse Sales
The Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-2196, www.trihorse.com
Media Contact: 405-275-2196, www.trihorse.com
Info: Triangle Sales Co, Inc. is the largest registered Quarter and Paint, halter and
performance horse sales company in the World.
Feb. 20 - 22 Opera – “The Marriage of Figaro”
Kirkpatrick Auditorium in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, Oklahoma City University,
Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.okcu.edu/music/basscenter
Media Contact: Cami Stinson, OCU, 405-208-5646. cstinson@okcu.edu
Info: Oklahoma City University’s Oklahoma Opera & Music Theater Company will
perform Mozart’s classic “The Marriage of Figaro” at 8 p.m.
Feb. 21 15th Annual Norman Mardi Gras Parade
Downtown Arts District, Norman
General Public Information: normanmardigrasparade@gmail.com
Media Contact: normanmardigrasparade@gmail.com
Info: Celebrate with the family Oklahoma's ONLY Mardi Gras parade.
Feb. 21 Harlem Renaissance Family Day
Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, www.okcmoa.com
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: Celebrating the museum’s special exhibitions, Family Days are fun-filled festivals
held throughout the year. These engaging events transform the building into a flurry of
activities and feature hands-on art making, live performances, scavenger hunts, door prize
drawings, and more! Activities are appropriate for all ages, and no advance registration is
required for you to bring your family and participate in the fun. Free with paid Museum
admission. 12 - 4 p.m.
Feb. 22 Screening of Victor Erice’s “The Spirit of the Beehive”
Kerr McGee Auditorium in the Meinders School of Business, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405- 208-5347, www.okcu.edu/film-lit
Media Contact: Harbour Winn or Mitzi McGuire, OCU, 405-208-5472, hwinn@okcu.edu
Info: The Oklahoma City University Film Institute is hosting a screening at 3:45 p.m. of
“The Spirit of the Beehive,” a film about blurred reality in a Castilian village after the
Spanish Civil War.
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Feb. 22 OCU Jazz Ensemble Concert
Bass School of Music, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405- 208-5347, www.okcu.edu/music/basscenter
Media Contact: Cami Stinson, OCU, 405-208-5646, cstinson@okcu.edu
Info: Oklahoma City University’s jazz ensembles (Jazz Combo and Jazz Orchestra) will
perform a concert at 9 p.m.
Feb. 25 - 28 Theater – “The Diary of Anne Frank”
Kirkpatrick Auditorium in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347,
www.oklahoma childrenstheatre.org
Media Contact: Cathy Cesar, OCU, 405-208-5121, ccesar@okcu.edu
Info: TheatreOCU and Oklahoma Children's Theatre's will perform their co-production of
"The Diary of Anne Frank" at 11 a.m.
Feb. 25 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Shreveport
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
Feb. 27 - March 1 Shawnee Home & Garden Show
The Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020
Media Contact: 405-275-7020
Feb. 27 Fondue Fandango
Meinders Hall of Mirrors in the Civic Center Music Hall, Oklahoma City
Media Contact: Leslie Creason, 405-235-4058
General Public Information: www.harnhomestead.com
Info: From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. This fundraiser features fondue creations from local chefs as
they compete for Best Sweet and Best Savory fondue. The event includes live music and
a silent auction.
Feb. 27 - 28 Wind Philharmonic Concert
Petree Recital Hall in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Rod Jones, 405-208-5347, www.okcu.edu/music/basscenter
Media Contact: Cami Stinson, OCU, 405-208-5646, cstinson@okcu.edu
Info: The Wind Philharmonic comprised of the finest wind and percussion students from
all areas of the Oklahoma City University student population will perform at 7:30 p.m. at
the Society of Composers Inc. conference with special guest composer Dr. Cindy McTee.
Feb. 27 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Mississippi
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
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Info: 7:10 p.m.
Feb. 28 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Rocky Mountain
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
Feb. 28 - March 1 Almost Ready 2 Cruise Swap Meet
The Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 450-227-7388
Media Contact: Ronnie Drummond, 405-227-7388
Info: Almost Ready to Cruise Car Club brings you the 22nd Annual Shawnee Swap
Meet, 75% auto related, motorcycle vendors welcome as well.
March
March 1- 31 Heritage Quilt Show
Santa Fe Depot Museum, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-8412, www.santafedepotmuseum.org
Media Contact: Gordona Rowell, Shawnee CVB, 405-275-9780
Info: Come view the incredible display of beautiful quilts that can only be seen at the
Santa Fe Depot Museum.
March 2 Free First Monday
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: Enjoy free museum admission on the first Monday of each month.
March 2-4 Promises, Promises (Music Theatre Production)
UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com
Media Contact: Susan Parks, 405-974-3375
Info: 7:30 p.m.
March 3-14 Music History Exhibit
Edmond Historical Society & Museum, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-350-0078, www.edmondhistory.org
Media Contact: 405-350-0078
Info: Tues-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 1-4 p.m.
March 5 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Wichita
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
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Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
March 5 Bonnie Raitt at Riverwind Casino
Riverwind Casino, Norman
General Public Information: www.riverwind.com, 405-322-6464
Media Contact: Angel Hunt, 405-322-6464
Info: 8 p.m.
March 5-8 NJCAA Region II Basketball Tournament
Oklahoma Baptist University Noble Complex, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-9780, www.visitshawnee.com
Media Contact: Gordona Rowell, Shawnee CVB, 405-275-9780
Info: Oklahoma & Arkansas top teams compete for a chance to compete at Nationals.
March 5 Astronomy Lecture Series: Suited for Space
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: A free public lecture by Lindsay Aitchison, NASA, JSFC. 7 to 8 p.m.
March 5 Interscholastic Meet
Seminole State College, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-382-9210, www.visitshawnee.com
Media Contact: Gordona Rowell, Shawnee CVB, 405-275-9780
March 5 – April 11 Oklahoma Art Guild National Juried Show
City Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0000, www.cityartscenter.org
Media Contact: Kristin Richter, City Arts Center, 405-951-0000 or 405-609-4118
Info: The Oklahoma Art Guild announces the showing of its National Juried Show
“Oklahoma Friendly,” a juried exhibition of work submitted from artists nationwide
representing all media, two and three dimensional.
March 5 Children’s Workshop: Creature Creators
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: For students in grades 3, 4 and 5. In this two- class workshop, we will create our
own 3-D creatures. To enroll, please call the education department at 405-325-4712. Cost
per workshop: Members $15, Non-members $20. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
March 6 Randy Travis at Riverwind Casino
Riverwind Casino, Norman
General Public Information: www.riverwind.com, 405-322-6464
Media Contact: Angel Hunt, 405-322-6464
Info: 8 p.m.
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March 6- 8 Monkey Business Children’s Consignment Sale
Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020, www.shawneeexpo.org
Media Contact: Emily Fletcher, Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, 405-740-9357
March 6-8 Wrangler Timed Event Championship – 25th Anniversary
Lazy E Arena, Guthrie
General Public Information: 800-595-RIDE, www.lazye.com
Media Contact: Robert Simpson, Lazy E Arena, 800-595-RIDE
Info: Twenty of the best all-around Cowboys compete in the “Ironman of ProRodeo.”
March 6 Colorful Containers
Will Rogers Gardens Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-943-0827
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
Info: Learn how to grow fun and easy container plantings with practical plant choices and
low maintenance techniques. FREE. Space is limited. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
March 7 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. New Mexico
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
March 7 Adult Workshop: Fins Feathers and Furs: Why Curate the Life Sciences?
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: Explore the fundamentals of ichthyology, ornithology and mammalogy. Find out
the benefits of preserving Oklahoma’s natural history heritage from the life scientists’
perspective. Pre-registration is required. To enroll, please call the education department at
405-325-4712. Cost for members $20; Non-members $30. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
March 7-8 Special Pottery Workshop
City Arts Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0000, www.cityartscenter.org
Media Contact: Kristin Richter, City Arts Center, 405-951-0000, 405-609-4118
Info: Sandi Pierantozzi and Neil Patterson are teaching this workshop that will focus on
the incorporation of texture in both hand built and wheel thrown pots. Traditional forms
such as bowls, cups, jars, teapots, and vases will be demonstrated. Slab construction will
be presented parallel to wheel thrown work, exposing participants to a wide range of
techniques.
March 7-8 Heart of Oklahoma Limi Sale
Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
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General Public Information: 405-275-7020, www.shawneeexpo.org
Media Contact: Carolyn Hamilton, Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, 405-454-2618
March 7 Oklahoma Gardening School
Stage Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-297-3995, www.myriadgardens.com
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
Info: Learn tips and techniques from experts on plant selections, design and more at one
of Oklahoma’s most sought-out gardening events. Don’t miss special guest speaker Paul
James, host of HGTV’s popular Gardening by the Yard. Pre-register by February 27. $20
for Myriad Foundation Members. $30 for non-members.
March 10 UCO Symphony Orchestra in Concert
Oak Tree Country Club, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-3774, www.uco.edu
Media Contact: 405-974-3774
Info: 7:30 p.m.
March 10-12 Promises, Promises (Music Theatre Production)
UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com
Media Contact: Susan Parks, 405-974-3375
Info: 7:30 p.m.
March 11-14 Big 12 Women’s Basketball Championship
Cox Convention Center Arena, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-5000, www.okcallsports.org/big12
Media Contact: Megan McGuire 405-236-5000
Info: All 12 women’s Big 12 basketball teams competing to see who can be crowned Big
12 Conference Tournament Champion.
March 12 Children’s Workshop: Creature Creators
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: For students in grades 3, 4 and 5. In this two- class workshop, we will create our
own 3-D creatures. To enroll, please call the education department at 405-325-4712. Cost
per workshop: Members $15, Non-members $20. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
March 12 UCO Wind Symphony & Symphonic Band in Concert
Oak Tree Country Club, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-3774, www.uco.edu
Media Contact: 405-974-3774
Info: 7:30 p.m.
March 12-15 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
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General Public Information: 405-236-5000, www.okcallsports.org/big12
Media Contact: Megan McGuire 405-236-5000
Info: All 12 men’s Big 12 basketball teams competing to see who can be crowned Big 12
Conference Tournament Champion.
March 12-15 Documentary Film Event: Been Rich All My Life
Noble Theater, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, ext. 237, www.okcmoa.com/film
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: March 12, 7:30 p.m.; March 13 – 14, 5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.; March 15, 2 p.m.
$8 adults, $6 seniors & students, $5 members. Been Rick All My Life follows the
unlikeliest troupe of tap dancing divas. They are the "Silver Belles," five former
showgirls now aged 84-96, performing to standing ovations, as sassy as they ever were.
They met during Harlem's 1930s heyday, dancing in the chorus lines at the Apollo
Theater, the Cotton Club, Small's Paradise and Connie's Inn, performing with legendary
bandleaders like Cab Calloway and Duke Ellington. When the big band era ended, they
all went into other work -- but in 1985 they put their shoes back on, and have been
dancing together again ever since.
March 14 St. Patty’s Party
Grape Ranch, Okemah
General Public Information: 918- 623-2250, www.graperanch.com
Media Contact: Tina Massey, Grape Ranch, 918-623-2250
Info: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Grape Ranch with a glass of green Frozen Rose,
live music and free hors d’oeuvres.
March 14-15 Spring Fling
Martin Park Nature Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-755-0676
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
Info: A variety of outdoor activities and specialized nature hikes during OKC Schools’
spring break. Program times vary. $2 per person per hike. Space is limited.
March 14 Drop-In Art: Green Weaving
Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, ext. 213, www.okcmoa.com/museumschool
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: Join our guest artists in the Education Center every Saturday as they help families to
create extraordinary works of art inspired by the museum’s collection, exhibitions, and
special occasions throughout the year. No advance registration is required for you and
your children to drop in and make and take a unique creation home with you! Free with
paid Museum admission. 1-4 p.m.
March 16-20 Spring Break Escape
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
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Info: 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. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
March 16-20 Spring Break Camp
Mitch Park, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-4630, www.edmondok.com
Media Contact: 405-359-4630
Info: $150-registration begins Feb. 16.
March 17 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Rapid City
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
March 17-20 Spring Break Art Camps for Ages 5-7 and 8-10
Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, ext. 213, www.okcmoa.com/museumschool
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $120 members/$130 nonmembers, per child, materials and snacks
included (bring a sack lunch) Before and after care is available from 8–9 a.m. and from
4–5 p.m. at a charge of $5 per child per day. Children must meet the minimum age
requirements for each class to participate. Looking for something fun and unique for your
child to do during spring break? Send them to the museum to learn about art and artists
from the Harlem Renaissance! They’ll draw, paint, print, and sculpt fantastic creations in
our studio classrooms, while studying works of art in the galleries and the special
exhibition, Harlem Renaissance. On Friday, March 20, at 4 pm, students will have a
showing of their artwork in the main lobby, complete with a punch and cookie reception,
and can then take their families on a tour of the Museum.
March 17-20 Film and Video Camp for Ages 11-13
Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, ext. 213, www.okcmoa.com/museumschool
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $120 members/$130 nonmembers, per child, materials and snacks
included (bring a sack lunch).Before and after care is available from 8–9 a.m. and from
4–5 p.m. at a charge of $5 per child per day. Children must meet the minimum age
requirements for each class to participate. Calling all young filmmakers! Want to know
more about the different aspects of video production and the media industry? This is your
chance to learn the fundamental skills required to make a video project from start to
finish. Topics range from storyboarding, location scouting, and basic camera techniques
and composition to shooting a group video project and editing it with titles, transitions,
and music. A screening of student video projects tops off the camp on Friday afternoon at
4 pm in the Noble Theater.
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March 18-22 Spring Fling
Martin Park Nature Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-755-0676
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
Info: A variety of outdoor activities and specialized nature hikes during OKC Schools’
spring break. Program times vary. $2 per person per hike. Space is limited.
March 18 Blue Note Records 70th Anniversary Tour at Sooner Theater
Sooner Theatre, Norman
General Public Information: 405-321-9600, www.soonertheatre.com
Media Contact: Stephanie Royse, Sooner Theatre, 405-321-9600
Info: 8 p.m.
March 18-20 Animals: Spring Break Session at Little River Zoo
Little River Zoo, Norman
General Public Information: 405-366-7229, www.littleriverzoo.com
Media Contact: Janet Sadler Schmidt, 405.366.7229
Info: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
March 21 Oklahoma City Blazers vs. Wichita
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-235-PUCK, www.okcblazers.com
Media Contact: Josh Evans, OKC Blazers, 405-235-7825
Info: 7:10 p.m.
March 21 Drop-In Art: Spring Reliefs
Education Center, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-3100, ext. 213, www.okcmoa.com/museumschool
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: 1-4 p.m. Join our guest artists in the Education Center every Saturday as they help
families to create extraordinary works of art inspired by the Museum’s collection,
exhibitions, and special occasions throughout the year. No advance registration is
required for you and your children to drop in and make and take a unique creation home
with you! Free with paid museum admission.
March 21 Iron Thistle Festival
Kirkpatrick Family Farm, Yukon
General Public Information: www.uscoscots.org
Media Contact: Jonathan Irvin, 405-834-1876
March 24 Adult Workshop: Plant Lore of the Plains Apache
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: This program is a must for anyone interested in Plains Indian culture. Preregistration is required. To enroll, please call the education department at 405-325-4712
Cost for members: $15, Nonmembers: $25. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
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March 24 World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions
Lazy E Arena, Guthrie
General Public Information: 800-595-RIDE, www.lazye.com
Media Contact: Helen Price, Lazy E Arena, 800-595-RIDE
Info: The horse show of all horse shows!
March 25 Crystal Bridge 21st Anniversary
Myriad Botanical Gardens, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-297-3995, www.myriadgardens.com
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
Info: We are celebrating 21 wonderful years with FREE admission to the Crystal Bridge
Tropical Conservatory all day.
March 26 Taste of Yukon
Robertson Activity Center, Yukon
General Public Information: 405-350-8937, www.cityofyukonok.gov
Media Contact: Jan Scott, Yukon Parks & Recreation Dept., 405-350-8937
Info: A delicious food extravaganza featuring local and surrounding area restaurants.
March 26-29 Sugar & Spice Consignment Sale
Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center Conference Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020, www.shawneeexpo.org
Media Contact: Dana Bowman, Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, 405-206-2912
March 27 Family Night Out: Wild in the Garden?
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman
General Public Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu, 405-325-4712
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH, 405-325-0598
Info: Enjoy a fun night out with the family at the museum. Don’t worry about dinner and
entertainment it’s all here! Learn about the wild animals that may already be living near
you, and what you can do to encourage wildlife to call your backyard home. Each family
will take home some goodies for the wild critters in your yard. To enroll, please call the
education department at 405-325-4712.Cost is $10 per person for members, $12 per
person for non-members. (Cost includes craft project and dinner) 6 to 8:30 p.m.
March 27 Little Big Town at Riverwind Casino
Riverwind Casino, Norman
General Public Information: www.riverwind.com, 405-322-6464
Media Contact: Angel Hunt, 405-322-6464
Info: 8 p.m.
March 27-28 FUBAR: The Musical Part 4
Pegasus Theater, UCO Liberal Arts Bldg, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-3774, www.uco.edu
Media Contact: 405-974-3774
Info: 7:30 p.m.
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March 28 Xtreme Pony Express Open Rodeo
Lazy E Arena, Guthrie
General Public Information: 800-595-RIDE, www.lazye.com
Media Contact: Helen Price, Lazy E Arena, 800-595-RIDE
General Public Information: 800-595-RIDE, www.lazye.com
Info: Full rodeo in one day.
March 28 Amaryllis Show
Will Rogers Gardens, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-943-0827
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, Myriad Botanical Gardens, 405-297-3903
March 28 Drop-In Art: Mini Fabric Quilts
Education Center, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405- 236-3100, ext. 213, www.okcmoa.com/museumschool
Media Contact: Leslie Spears, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 405-278-8206
Info: 1-4 p.m. Join our guest artists in the Education Center every Saturday as they help
families to create extraordinary works of art inspired by the Museum’s collection,
exhibitions, and special occasions throughout the year. No advance registration is
required for you and your children to drop in and make and take a unique creation home
with you! Free with paid Museum admission.
March 28 Guthrie Art Walk
Downtown Guthrie
General Public Information: 405-282-1947, www.guthrieok.com
Media Contact: Guthrie Chamber of Commerce, 405-282-1947
Info: A progressive celebration of the fine arts held two times yearly that focuses on
individual artists who are the guests of participating galleries and businesses. New works
by the guest artists are featured in a leisurely Saturday evening walkabout.
March 28 Ragin’ Cajun
Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020, www.shawneeexpo.org
Media Contact: Michelle Jones, 405-414-1417
Info: Crawfish boil fundraiser benefitting Jr. Service League.
March 28 Spring Craft Show
Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Norman
General Public Information: 405-360-4721, www.clevelandcountyfair.org
Media Contact: Sharon Harrell, 405-360-4721
March 28-29 Frontier City Opening Weekend
Frontier City, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-478-2140, www.frontiercity.com
Media Contact: Andrea Pennock, Frontier City, 405-478-2140 ext. 299
Info: Frontier City opens for the 2009 season! Get ready for another year of rides, shows,
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concerts and more for the entire family to enjoy! Double Park Season Passes on sale now.
See our Web site for operating hours and more information.
March 28 – May 17 Gathering Fragments: Edward S. Curtis in Oklahoma
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, University of Oklahoma, Norman
General Public Information: 405-325-2272, www.ou.edu/fjjma
Media Contact: Michael Bendure, FJJMA, 405-325-3178
Info: In summer 1926, photographer Edward S. Curtis traveled to Oklahoma to conduct
fieldwork for his multivolume masterwork, The North American Indian, and a
subsequent volume and portfolio published in 1930. These fragmentary and often
romantic images are the focus of this exhibition.
March 29 & 31 NCAA Women’s Basketball Regional
Ford Center, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-5000, www.okcallsports.org/ncaaregional
Media Contact: Megan McGuire 405-236-5000
Info: Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight games. Winner of the Oklahoma City Regional will
go to St. Louis to participate in the Women’s Final Four.
March 30 Chamber Music Concert
UCO School of Music Recital Hall, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-3774, www.uco.edu
Media Contact: 405-974-3774
Info: 7:30 p.m.
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