SUMMER READING GROUP

Healing from racism is a journey that often involves reliving trauma and experiencing feelings of shame, guilt, and anxiety. This journey can be a bumpy ride, and before we begin healing, we need to gain an understanding of the role history plays in racial/ethnic myths and stereotypes In so many ways, to heal from racism, you must reeducate yourself and unlearn the processes of racism The Racial Healing Handbook offers practical tools to help you navigate messages and privileges, and handle feelings of stress and shame. [Readers will] discover the building blocks to creating a community of healing in a world filled with racial microaggressions and discrimination.

April 1015

50th Annual Symposium on the American Indian

Our friends at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK will once again host the week-long symposium on the American Indian. This year's theme is "Envisioning Indigenous Futurity" and includes a film series, keynote presentations, concurrent sessions, cultural activities and community events. Through their theme, they seek to explore the concepts of futurity within history, cultural anthropology, leadership, Tribal sovereignty, and many more! They will also be celebrating 50 years of scholarship, broadening perspectives, and communitybuilding since they began at NSU. Events are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Visit nsuok.edu for all details!

Festival of the Arts 2023

The Festival of the Arts put on by the Arts Council of Oklahoma City has been a community staple of the spring for the past 57 years! Rain or shine, artists, performers, and several food vendors will take over Bicentennial Park in downtown OKC from April 25-30. The festival itself is free and open to the public, but you'll definitely want to make plans to stop by some OKC's very best food offerings like Indian tacos and Taste of Soul giant egg rolls on the savory side of things and staples Klondike Craig's and Strawberries Newport on the sweet. If you'd like to volunteer with the festival, all of their information can be found at artscouncilokc.com.

May 06

23rd Annual Cowboys of Color Rodeo in OKC

Founded by Oklahoman and professional cowboy and recent National Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee, Cleo L. Hearn, the Cowboys of Color Invitational Rodeo will make a stop in Oklahoma City at the Jim Norick Arena at the Fairgrounds May 6 from 7pm-10pm. The largest multicultural rodeo in the United States, participants will compete in a variety of rodeo sports including barrel racing, calf roping, steer wrestling, and bull riding as for cash prizes. This rodeo was designed to educate while it entertains and highlights the contributions of Native/Indigenous, Hispanic, European, and Black cowboys through history. Live music performances will also take place Tickets are available at the door

Gala with the Asian Chamber of Commerce May 19

The brand new Greater OKC Asian Chamber of Commerce invites you to its very first "A Night in Asia Gala" at the La Bella Event Center (6701 W. Wilshire, 73132) from 6-11pm on Friday, May 19! This inaugural gala will celebrate AAPI Heritage Month by highlighting the Asian community's rich and diverse cultures. Prepare for an epic night of fabulous food and live entertainment including both a silent and live auction for some fantastic packages! Presale tickets are now on sale for $150 each and sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact fundraising@asianchamberokc.com with inquires.