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from left Jess Eddy, Marty Peercy, Nate Ward, Katrina Ward and Suzette Grillot started On Our Campus to impact change at OU. | Photo Kind of Company / provided

Higher abdication

A group of advocates aiming to inspire reform at University of Oklahoma started a podcast to expose corruption and misconduct. By Miguel Rios

A group of Oklahomans demand sweeping reform at a local university. On Our Campus, a podcast co-hosted by former university dean Suzette Grillot and independent journalist Marty Peercy, was created to achieve that goal by shining light on corruption and misconduct at University of Oklahoma (OU). Its inaugural episode Sept. 7 featured calls recorded by Grillot with OU regent Renzi Stone and former president David Boren and revolved mostly around the secretive presidential search that led to hiring James Gallogly, the university’s 14th president who ultimately resigned with less than a year in office. “I kept working on the inside, hoping that people with the power and the responsibility to do what they were supposed to do would do it, and they never did,” Grillot told Oklahoma Gazette. “You can see and hear now true evidence of that. I mean, I’ve said that, but now you hear them saying that they did not do what they were supposed to do. … Those two recordings are really reflective of a big problem, and so we started there, but it’s certainly not the end. There is a lot more to come.” Grillot refers to her conversation with Stone in which he admits that the regents believe Boren “stayed too long.” Stone also tells Grillot that secret searches are a “disaster” in a lot of ways and that there are “morale issues.” “There is no ‘staying too long’; that’s your responsibility,” Grillot said. “They 4

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indict themselves. Renzi indicts himself and the regents … in this entire disaster because they failed to supervise the president, they failed to remove him in an appropriate period of time, and so they really violated the public trust and betrayed us. This is really critical. They betrayed the state, they betrayed the students, faculty and staff and their families and they have to be held accountable for that.” Boren announced his retirement Sept. 20, 2017, after which a committee formed to find his successor. Grillot, along with other OU community members, released an open letter asking the board of regents for transparency, but the search continued in secret until March 26, 2018, when Gallogly was introduced as OU’s next president. Stone, chairman and CEO of PR firm Saxum, released a statement characterizing Grillot as “a vocal critic who is currently suing OU” and encouraging people to listen to the entirety of the conversations. He also said he is pleased with interim president Joe Harroz’s work so far but the regents “recognize more needs to be done.”

People’s institution

Grillot was terminated as a dean after declining to take a “substantial amount of money” and sign a nondisclosure agreement, but she is still a tenured professor. She is currently suing OU, Gallogly and provost Kyle Harper for gender discrimination. Jess Eddy, an

OU alumnus who accused Boren and former vice president Tripp Hall of sexual misconduct, is also part of the effort to impact change on campus. On Our Campus is produced by Kind of Company’s Katrina and Nate Ward, OU alumni who said they also have stories of corruption from their time at the university. “We each have had our own experiences of trying to work through the systems at OU for change. We’ve all seen corruption at OU,” Nate Ward said. “We’ve all, in this group, tried to work through systems that are in place for change at OU, and we’ve all found the systems to be insufficient. The systems have not actually been there to work for the best interest of the people that they’re theoretically there to serve. They’ve been there ultimately to further cover up and enable corruption.”

Ultimately, the goal is a recentering of values and mindset at the university. Nate Ward Katrina Ward said beginning the podcast with recordings of Stone and Boren illustrates that the corruption is deeply ingrained at the highest levels of the university. “This leads into a larger conversation about people in power without checks and balances, whether that’s at the University of Oklahoma, at the state level or leading into larger functions of government,” she said. Peercy is the only member of the group without a direct affiliation to the university. “I didn’t go to OU, and I haven’t tried to work through OU’s systems. I come

to the table as an independent journalist and as someone who’s ... deeply committed to equity. This is a public institution. It belongs to me; it belongs to all of us,” he said. “As a product, as a commodity, that degree from the University of Oklahoma is devalued systematically as these problems amass.” The group said they want the regents’ selection processed reformed. Currently, the regents, many of whom do not have experience in higher education, are governor-appointed positions. “Ultimately, when it comes down to it, we have no say in who the regents are except for at the ballot box when we elect the governor,” Nate Ward said. “It sure is a frustrating and, frankly, disheartening thing that we don’t have the ability to hold accountable the people who are making decisions on how to use our money, and when I say ‘our,’ I mean the state of Oklahoma. ... A lot of money is being spent covering up and hiding corruption at the university, and ultimately, there are no checks and balances for the people at the top except for the governor.” Grillot said she also wants “Boren Boys” removed from their positions, which includes provost Harper, interim president Harroz, institutional equity officer Bobby Mason and former dean of students Clarke Stroud. She also wants reforms of offices meant to help students like Title IX, human resources and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the elimination of nondisclosure agreements. However, the group said its ultimate goal is for OU to begin acting with integrity again. “I wouldn’t say, ‘OK, we’re done,’ as soon as these things are checked off because ultimately, the goal is a recentering of values and mindset at the university,” Nate Ward said. “These are essential to get there … but we’re not done when we check those things off but when the university is authentically in a place where they’re operating in good faith after they’ve done these essential first steps.” While not yet ready to divulge what future episodes and seasons will center on, Nate Ward said they have only began to scratch the surface of corruption at OU and in higher education in general. Katrina Ward said On Our Campus’s website serves as a place for people to get help in general or share their stories. “There is power in numbers. Showing up and using your vote is super important, but also, this is not the only place to show up and use your voice,” Peercy said. “Who’s your state rep? Who’s your state senator? I know who your governor is. These are people to communicate your frustrations to because, ultimately, they’re in charge of this. … That’s very important to me that people reach out to their representation as well as supporting efforts like ours. Just listen to the podcast, share it, tell people to subscribe.” Visit onourcamp.us.

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Youth voters

Local organizations are helping register high school students to vote while creating avenues of education for further civic engagement. By Miguel Rios

Several local civic groups teamed up to register voters at every Oklahoma City public high school next week. Part of a larger partnership between Generation Citizen and Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS), the effort aims to empower young people to advocate for change. “We’re a national civics education organization,” said Amy Curran, executive director of the statewide Generation Citizen branch. “Through curriculum and professional development, we work with students across the state to learn civics through what we call action civics. … They identify community issues that they see as important and then learn how government structures and elected officials work to affect change.” Generation Citizen, League of Women Voters, HerFlag and Let’s Fix This will help register OKCPS high school students 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 25 as part of National High School Voter Registration Week. Generation Citizen launched a social media campaign

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Monday to drive home the importance of young people voting. “It will be a series of volunteers all trained by the League of Women Voters to receive the voter registration form. It will be open to parents, teachers and students,” Curran said. “It’s all really pushing us toward the shared vision of having our public schools being centers for civic engagement within each community and it being a safe place, an informed place to get your facts straight about what the process is.” There is a gap in civic engagement when it comes to young people and people from marginalized communities, Curran said. That’s why it was important to create a safe space to register, have qualified people answering any questions and creating equity across the entire OKCPS district. “They feel like their needs are not being met; therefore, they don’t vote, they don’t participate and they don’t hold their elected officials accountable, and

they get even further from having their needs met,” she said. “We have a multiprong approach to this. One is our curriculum, but the other is a policy and advocacy agenda about having informed voters. … All those things add up to higher percentages of young people voting and participating in their community.” The event falls under OKC Equip, Generation Citizen’s partnership with OKCPS. Through its 20-week curriculum, students participate in identifying community issues, discussing them to find a consensus, finding root causes,

League of Women Voter’s Rebecca Greenhaw signs students up for Civics Day, Generation Citizen’s end-of-semester event during which students present their action plans to public officials and community members. | Photo provided

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sial conversations in the classroom, build consensus and do what we call PAR – participatory action research,” Curran said. Generation Citizen is also teaming up with The Oklahoman to create a student editorial board on which students will learn media literacy, the importance of media in civic engagement and social media advocacy best practices. “All of them will have written an op-ed by the time they finish their tenure with the board, and they will have all met with the editors and the newsroom staff twice during that time,” she said. “So there’s several small projects that all fall under this OKC Equip, and it’s really just making sure Oklahoma City young people are equipped with what they need to be really college- and careerready but also physically ready to participate when they graduate high school.”

Civics education

Civics and current events used to be a much bigger part of public education, Curran said, but as time went on, it became less of a priority, which led to students feeling like government wasn’t an effective way to make change in their communities. “The whole idea was that young people would be ready to go out into the

Amy Curran is the executive director of Generation Citizen Oklahoma, a statewide civics education organization. | Photo provided

world as active members of their community,” she said. “That fell off in the late ’60s, early ’70s across the country for a lot of different reasons. … Then in states like Oklahoma, where we have to also consider our limitations on education funding, they were also not able to provide high-quality professional development to our social studies teach-

ers. All of those things created this problem where we have extreme lack of young people participating.” But a Brown Center on Education Policy at Brookings Institution report from 2018 found that civic education has started to return to the classroom, particularly in the past two years. The report also asserts that “a controversial president and his controversial secretary of education” aroused even more passion on civic issues for young Americans. “A horrific shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida sparked a wave of student demonstrations, culminating in hundreds of thousands of students descending on Washington, D.C., for the March for Our Lives,” the report reads. “These concerns have raised important questions about K-12 education in America. Are schools equipping students with the tools to become engaged, informed, and compassionate citizens? Are they equipping some students, or groups of students, better than others?” The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement, another partner of Generation Citizen, reports that during the 2018 midterm elections, 31 percent of eligible young people voted compared to the 19.9 percent reported in 2014. This marked the “highest level of youth participating in a midterm cycle in at least the last 25 years.”

The increased voter turnout of young Americans is important, particularly at this point in time, Curran said. But the group ultimately wants to empower students to feel confident and know how to physically engage in local civics in various ways beyond just voting. “Voting is very important particularly right now, but also just being able to testify at a school board meeting. You don’t have to be 18 to go to your school board and ask that they add sex ed to their curriculum,” she said. “We had last year during [legislative] session, five student projects turn into bills, and all five of them made it through committee. Two made it to the governor’s desk, and one of them was signed into law — it requires all school committees … to have training and identify and recognize the signs of human trafficking. “What we’re hoping to achieve is that, by bringing all of us together in the robust way that was actually intended for public schools from the very beginning, students being ... engaged in their community and wanting to be changemakers and agencies of change. We’re also seeing them becoming more motivated to stay in school and to excel in school because now what they’re learning in math and what they learned in science is all feeding this drive to impact issues that they care about.” Visit generationcitizen.org.

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The Ellison Hotel is set to open in 2021 in The Triangle at Classen Curve. | Photo provided / GSB, Inc.

Tribute hotel

An upcoming Classen Curve boutique hotel will bear Ralph Ellison’s name. By Miguel Rios

The Ellison Hotel, set to open in 2021, will stand in The Triangle at Classen Curve and work in partnership with Ralph Ellison Foundation. It will mark Marriott International’s first foray into Oklahoma under its Tribute Portfolio brand, which focuses on independent boutique hotels “rooted in their local community.” The 75,000 square-foot hotel will house 120 rooms and feature a restaurant, 7,000 square feet of meeting spaces and a rooftop swimming pool and bar north of Whole Foods. Ryan Slater of Plains Management Group, a local hotel development and management company, said the hotel has been in the works for five years but really started picking up steam in the last two. “We had a unique opportunity to bring something and really run it as independent but then have the benefit of Marriott and the rewards members that that will create for us and also their management expertise,” he said. Slater and Jonathan Pitman are cofounders and managing partners of Plains Management Group, which they said is dedicated to Oklahoma City. Besides Marriott and their interior design firm, which is from Los Angeles, every partner is local. “A lot of the development over the last decade has been focused on the core and downtown, and this is an opportunity to bring something unique and contemporary to … this side of town,” Pitman said. “The process just kind of started to snowball. We brought on a branding agency, and they helped us with the name. It’s really going to be Oklahoma-centric with our food and beverage partners and the name and

some of the furnishings that people will see eventually.” Local branding firm Cooper House came up with the Ellison brand for the hotel, and the restaurant will be led by local restaurateurs Chris Lower (Pizzeria Gusto, Back Door Barbecue) and Joseph Royer (Saturn Grill).

When the board heard about this, they were so moved and so excited, and I will say that several of them were moved to tears. Michael Owens “What we hope we accomplish is that it’s a place where people will come even if they’re not staying at the hotel,” Pitman said. “We really hope that people in and around the community will come have a drink, enjoy themselves, spend time on the rooftop.” It was also important for them to showcase Oklahoma in a creative, positive light. “For me, it was more exciting to showcase this Oklahoma side that maybe a lot of people didn’t know about. To all these travelers that aren’t from Oklahoma that are now coming to Oklahoma City that might have a perception that we’re all horseshoes and buffalos,” Slater said. “We wanted to change that perception somehow. … We want to create curiosity. It’s not always hit them over the head with an oil well. There’s other stuff like the writers that we’re talking about with

Ellison and other things in Oklahoma — the artists, the murals.” Groundbreaking for the hotel will happen before the end of the year with an estimated 14-month construction period.

Visible man

Ralph Ellison was born in Oklahoma City in 1913 and attended Frederick Douglass School. An internationally esteemed author, Ellison is best known for his first novel Invisible Man, which describes a black man’s lifelong struggle to gain a sense of identity in a systemically racist nation. Michael Owens, executive director of Ralph Ellison Foundation, said he was first approached by Cooper House designers to get his thoughts on the idea of an Ellison brand. “They discovered us and had the fortitude to say, ‘If we’re going to do something like this, we need to get the institution that is the caretakers of his voice here in our city,’” Owens said. “When I met with them and they began to tell me about this amazing idea, I was floored with such enthusiasm and a desire to help in any way that I could to supplant Ellison and his legacy in Oklahoma City. Our vision as a foundation is to expand the work, the knowledge of Ellison to wider audiences. When the board heard about this, they were so moved and so excited, and I will say that several of them were moved to tears.” After OKCTalk broke the news about the hotel, Ward 7 councilwoman Nikki Nice via Twitter questioned why it wasn’t being constructed where Ellison “roamed and truly knew.” Nice did not respond to a request for comment. “We went back and forth. We knew that there could be some of that push and pull,” Pitman said. “We thought it was critical that we had [Ralph Ellison Foundation’s] blessing. … We’re sensitive to that conversation, and we understand those feelings.” Owens, who considers himself a “guardian of [Ellison’s] legacy,” said he

has no concerns about the hotel bearing his name in that location. “That location is perfect for retaining the audience that we have and bringing them into spaces that they haven’t been, but also for reaching new individuals that don’t know about Ellison. That’s our mission. … We don’t fulfill our mission if we’re only reaching those that already know about him,” he said. “They could’ve named it anything. I think that’s what people forget. The location was already picked. This was a decision based upon trying to highlight the best of what we have that has come out of Oklahoma.” The partnership between the foundation and Plains Management will allow the foundation to provide programming and events in a place they can truly feel at home, Owens said. The foundation plans to host writing workshops, jazz, poetry, open-mic events and its In the Light Bulb Room events, a series of forums on race and social issues. “We will also do other events that bring people that wouldn’t normally be in spaces like that and areas like that,” he said. “We want to reach a diverse audience, and so we’re going to be programming like Batman in that place. It’s exciting because we finally feel like we have a home as a foundation.” Owens, an avid “Ellisonian,” moved from Arizona to OKC to run Ralph Ellison Library simply because it bore that name. When he found out there was no foundation dedicated to Ellison’s legacy, he decided to make it happen. It was founded in 2014.

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“That’s how the foundation came into existence, this need to keep his legacy alive,” he said. “Coming here to Oklahoma, I was really taken aback by how many people didn’t know Ellison and still am puzzled by the lack of knowledge surrounding his life and the imprint that he has made nationally and internationally. The depths of Mr. Ellison and his contributions to the literary world, to art, to music have yet to be revealed.” Visit ralphellisonfoundation.org. O KG A Z E T T E . C O M | S E P T E M B E R 1 8 , 2 0 1 9

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Oklahoma’s very own three stooges already forgot Mexico was supposed to pay for president Donald Trump’s border wall. But who can blame them? It’s not like Trump tweets about the southern border all the time or anything. In a press release, Sens. James Lankford and Jim Inhofe, along with congressman Kevin Hern, said it was OK that president Donald Trump’s administration take $8 million from an Oklahoma military base to fund the border wall. The $8 million previously earmarked for “small-arms firing range” at Oklahoma Air National Guard base in Tulsa will instead be used for “new and replacement barriers,” according to Tulsa World. That figure is part of a larger redirection of funds from military construction projects nationwide. In total, $3.6 billion will be used to build “175 more miles of wall,” according to The Washington Post. It’s fascinating to witness our officials giving up millions of dollars to “secure our nation” and ease the “emergency” along the southern border when Trump himself admitted that declaring a national emergency at the southern border wasn’t even necessary. “I didn’t need to do this, but I’d rather do it much faster,” Trump said earlier this year. “I just want to get it done faster, that’s all.” In the press release, Lankford, Inhofe and Kern affirmed their support of the president literally taking money from Oklahoma’s military. “Not one of the vital national security projects in Oklahoma will be impacted by this decision. Additionally, I will continue to work with the Oklahoma National Guard and Major General [Michael] Thompson to ensure that the small arms range is still completed on schedule,” Inhofe said, which is funny because he tweeted Aug. 24, “The number one thing we should be doing in Congress is making sure our military can defend America.” Remember this when next year’s elections rolls around.

Wing stop?

A continuing city council squabble over a planned public art installation in Enid might mean the work remains incomplete after more than two years of construction. Oklahoma artist Romy Owens asked Enid city council for a deadline extension for “Under Her Wing was the Universe” — a 25-foot-high, 130-foot-long walkthrough sculpture she designed with artist and architect Adam Lanham — which had an original completion date of September 2017. Owens asked to extend the project deadline to July 1, 2020, due to difficulties obtaining permitting and materials and Oklahoma’s unpredictable weather, but some council members are using the proposed extension to question whether the project, originally approved by a 4-3 vote at a contentious council meeting, should be finished at all. In a Sept. 5 interview with KFOR, Owens responded to some of the objections she has heard. “It’s not a pagan monument,” Owens said. “It’s not a place for the occult.” Approved for $30,000 from the city’s public art fund and receiving 8

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more than $250,000 in private donations, “Under Her Wing was the Universe” is basically a large man made from wicker— No, wait; we’re thinking of the 1973 horror film The Wicker Man. According to Owens’ concept statement, “‘Under Her Wing was the Universe’ creates a 2.5-acre native prairie landscape comprised of grasses, flowers, and trees. Within the habitat lies a largescale sculptural pavilion that shelters visitors and invites them to escape into daydreams and possibility. During the day, viewers can experience the work as a sculpture large enough to envelop us whole. During the night, viewers will delight in a thousand stars overhead.” In August, Enid News & Eagle reported that Enid’s Ward 4 commissioner Jonathan Waddell suggested tearing down the installation to free the space for future use, but Ward 3 commissioner Ben Ezzell argued that would be a mistake. “We want to set a precedent that people can come to Enid and do interesting things and take risks and that just because it doesn’t go perfect, we’re not going to thumb our nose at it,” Ezell said. The council will continue the discussion at its Sept. 24 meeting.

If you, an average person, decided to leave your job without providing two weeks notice, which would give the former employer the ability to adequately find a replacement, would you expect them to roll out the red carpet if you returned on a business meeting as a member of your former company’s biggest competitor? That’s essentially the scenario Kevin Durant described in a Wall Street Journal interview last week in which he is still upset former Thunder employees were part of the cold shoulder (and then some) that fans provided on his first return trip to Oklahoma City as a member of the Golden State Warriors in 2017. “I eventually wanted to come back to that city and be part of that community and organization, but I don’t trust nobody there,” Durant told The Wall Street Journal’s J.R. Moehringer. “That shit must have been fake, what they was doing. The organization, the GM, I ain’t talked to none of those people, even had a nice exchange with those people, since I left.” Fans chanted cupcake — Russell Westbrook’s famous dig at his former

teammate — and of course there were far more malicious acts perpetrated by Thunder fans. In the WSJ piece, Durant’s mother Wanda recounted a harrowing video of a Thunder fan shooting bullets into a Durant jersey. Those actions are inexcusable, but Durant wants to act as if he’s blameless in his departure from the Thunder. He lived in Oklahoma City and donated a million dollars to the Moore tornado relief efforts, but the same thoughtfulness wasn’t there as he held the famous meetings in the Hamptons during the summer of 2016. Thunder fans showed no ill will for Westbrook this offseason as he essentially asked for a trade to another Western Conference rival — a fact Durant conveniently leaves out of his narrative.

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Fairest foods

Taste of a Fair showcases some of the top indulgent foods available at this year’s Oklahoma State Fair. By Jacob Threadgill

Oklahoma State Fair 3001 General Pershing Blvd. okstatefair.com | through Sept. 22 WHAT WORKS: The crust on the Minneapple Pie is perfect, and C’est Si Bon’s catfish and boudin balls, Cutie Pie’s Concessions’ watermelon pie and The Urb Express’s honey pepper bacon dog are great. WHAT NEEDS WORK: Oklahoma Pork Council’s Pizza Dawg needs melted cheese, and the smoked chicken salad isn’t as good as the dessert option at DJ’s Crème de la Crepe. TIP: Cheese Curd Tacos is everything you want from fair food.

For the second consecutive year, I put my heart on the line for journalism’s sake by judging 15 items for the Great Taste of a Fair competition at Oklahoma State Fair, which is open to the public through Sept. 22. The Ultimate Minneapple Pie by Minnesota-based company The Original Minneapple Pie took home the overall title, the Fairest of them All, beating out longtime competition favorites the Honey Pepper Bacon Dog from The Urb Express, which won the slice of savory category for the third consecutive year, and the watermelon pie by Cutie Pie’s Concessions, last year’s overall winner. The Original Minneapple Pie makes its first appearance at Oklahoma State Fair this year, and its signature product is a deep-fried apple pie topped with vanilla and cinnamon ice cream that is drizzled with an apple sauce that has the consistency of caramel. It’s easy to see why it won the overall title. The product is the result of a recipe that is credited to a longtime Minnesota restaurant family that began at Cottage The Ultimate Minneapple Pie — a deep-fried apple pie with vanilla and cinnamon ice cream — won the Fairest of Them All prize at the 2019 Taste of a Fair competition. | Photo Jacob Threadgill

Grill in Rogers in 2008. George Atsidakos, the son of Andy, a Greek immigrant who worked his way from dishwasher to restaurant owner, got the idea to deep-fry individual apple pies. After nine months of recipe testing, according to its website, the final product was born. The crust is a standout. Upon first glance, I thought it might be like a thin empanada shell, but it is thick and buttery and retains plenty of crispiness underneath the homemade ice cream. The Original Minneapple Pie is a must-visit at its location on Gordon Cooper Boulevard in front of Bennett Event Center.

Don’t miss

The watermelon pie retains its crown in the Sweetest of the Sweet category, and for good reason. While a lot of pies will weigh you down, the watermelon pie is refreshing on a hot adventure to the fair. It’s watermelon crème filled with bits of fresh watermelon and topped with watermelon sugar and a fresh slice of watermelon. The graham cracker crust can be a little too crumbly, but the flavors and texture work perfectly in conjunction with the rest of the pie. Cute Pie’s showed that it is more than sweets with its chicken and corn Frito pie entry into the completion. It’s tender, shredded chicken with corn and beans that are topped with feta cheese, shredded cheese and cilantro. The watermelon and corn salsa that accompanies the dish is a lighter reinvention of the classic Frito chili pie. The Cutie Pie’s stand is located in front of Chickasaw Country Entertainment Stage. The honey pepper bacon hot dog is becoming a powerhouse in the savory competition, claiming its third consecutive title. The all-beef hot dog is split and topped with pepperjack cheese, honey mustard and a ton of Interurban’s famous honey pepper bacon. I’m kind of surprised the item isn’t offered at any of Interurban’s restaurants, but scarcity keeps the anticipation high for its The Urb Express stand located in the middle of the entertainment plaza. Interurban also entered its tequila pineapple raisin bread pudding into the competition, and it’s a very good dessert, just missing the upper tier of the dessert category. You can find it between Centennial Plaza and The Circle.

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The blueberry lemon mousse crêpe nearly took the Sweetest of the Sweet category from the watermelon pie, in my opinion. From 21-year fair staple DJ’s Crème de la Crepe, located on Stagecoach in front of Bennett Event

Center, the dessert crêpe was an excellent blend of fresh blueberries in a blueberry sauce with lemon mousse that is topped with custard, whipped cream and more fresh blueberries. The balance of fruits worked well together. DJ’s dessert entry far outpaced its savory entry, a smoked chicken salad crêpe with honey mustard. The chicken salad was solid with walnuts, celery and grapes, but there was no smoked flavor and it’s hard to recommend over the many other savory options available at the fair. It was a knock-down, drag-out fight for the savory competition between the honey pepper bacon dog and The Wonderboy by Diamond Dawgs. The Cap’n Crunch-crusted corn dog served with mustard is expertly cooked and the kind of fair treat you want to see. The only thing that kept it from the top spot is that the cereal is well-incorporated into the batter. I would have liked to see individual pieces; otherwise, it just tastes like a sweet batter. The stand is located between Bennett Event Center and Jim Norick Arena.

The honey pepper bacon hot dog is becoming a powerhouse in the savory competition. The first-time competition entry from Cheese Curd Tacos — Hot Chick, a fried tortilla shell with grilled chicken, fried cheese curd, blue cheese coleslaw and spicy Buffalo sauce — will be featured on an upcoming season of Cooking Channel’s show Carnival Eats. There are two stands at Oklahoma State Fair. Local Cajun purveyor C’est Si Bon (three metro locations) has a stand on Kiamichi Place near the bandshell lawn. Owner Ken Mills’ fried catfish is delicately fried with a light batter and served with boudin balls that have a seafood stock. They’re served with tiger sauce, which is like a mixture of honey mustard and rémoulade. Gilty Pleasure’s Cowboy Nachos finished third in the savory category. It scored points with me for using waffle fries in place of chips with pulled pork, peach whiskey barbecue sauce and shredded cheese, but I would’ve preferred a nacho cheese sauce. It is located near C’est Si Bon. The brownie waffle stick by Waffle Chix finished third in the dessert category. This item will also be featured on Carnival Eats, and it’s very good, but I was hoping for a crispier texture on the waffle. It’s hard to tell where it ends and the brownie begins.

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The Urb Express’s honey pepper bacon dog is a third-time winner of the savory category. | Photo Jacob Threadgill

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Hot Chick by Cheese Curd Tacos is grilled chicken, fried cheese curd, blue cheese coleslaw and Buffalo sauce in a fried tortilla. | Photo Jacob Threadgill

late. However, The Urban Taco Shop has plenty of great things to offer at its Entertainment Plaza location. Pizza Dawg by Oklahoma Pork Council showcased an inventive pepperoni hot dog from local Wheeler Meat Market, but the bacon wasn’t necessary and it needed more marinara sauce and melted cheese. The frozen hot chocolate was a miss from A Latte Love Coffeehouse. The mixture was impossible to drink through the straw, and the flavor combination tasted overwhelmingly artificial. For an interactive vendor map, visit okstatefair.com. O KG A Z E T T E . C O M | S E P T E M B E R 1 8 , 2 0 1 9

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Entrance to The Hamilton Supperette & Lounge doesn’t require a password, but the new restaurant and bar from the owners of Café 7 does feel like a speakeasy with its secluded location on the back side of Shoppes at Northpark. Located at 12232 N. May Ave., on the eastern end of the mall, The Hamilton is a product of the partnership of Café 7 co-owners J. Mays, Chris Kana and Stephanie Miller, who is the operating partner of the downtown Café 7 location. “We’d been looking for a space to put a new concept, and we were driving around the back side of Northpark and saw this gate with an H on it,” Kana said. “We thought it might be a hidden gem that the city can enjoy. It used to be the S. J. Haggard [& Co.] clothing store, so we decided to keep the H on the gate and came up with the name Hamilton.” Mays said they exhausted ideas for H names — everything from potentially naming it Hubies after his great-grandfather Hubert to Hagrid’s after the Harry Potter character, but he said those seemed too informal for the supper club vibe they wanted to bestow on the space. “There were so many themes we could’ve pulled off, and we landed on Hamilton for a couple of reasons,” Mays said. “No. 1, it’s kind of on everyone’s minds right now, and No. 2, we thought it would be fun to do Alexander Hamilton because there are so many fun little quirks that he had.” The restaurant incorporates Hamilton’s early life in the British West Indies with three tiki drinks on the menu. Its signature cocktail is the Hey Betsey, his pet name for his wife Elizabeth. The drink mixes champagne, Lillet Blanc, Giffard Crème de

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Pamplemousse, Cappelletti, elderflower and strawberry. The Hamilton has placed an emphasis on doing classic cocktails with high-quality spirits and nontraditional ingredients. Its Negroni uses Barolo Chinato instead of regular vermouth. The Cosmopolitan has Effen yuzu citrus vodka.

It’s an Okie-centric menu focused on elegant comfort, killer cocktails, great wine and beer. J. Mays “The drink menu isn’t full-on craft cocktail with 15 ingredients; we just wanted to update classics to using some ingredients that we like,” Mays said. “The Cosmo is made with gum syrup, which gives it different mouthfeel; a texture to it, if you will. … It’s a reflection of what we like and how we like to drink.” As Café 7 celebrates its 11th anniversary this November, The Hamilton’s cocktail-focused and full-service menu is in contrast to Café 7’s fast-casual approach. Management turned to longtime Café 7 and Coach House graduate Michael Paske to deliver an Oklahoma menu that delivers familiar food in a recalibrated sense. “As we went down the avenue of the menu, we wanted to focus on Oklahoma cuisine, but not your typical chickenfried steak and the things people think of,” Mays said. “It’s an Okie-centric

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ance with the Tomahawk Pork Chop served with red onion marmalade and whipped potatoes. “My grandfather always did smoked pork chops with caraways and coriander, but we went all-out with the Tomahawk,” Paske said. Cornbread and pecan-crusted salmon is served with broccolini with an acidic finish. Rachael Gruntmeir, owner of The Black Scintilla clothing store, 1112 N. Walker Ave., Suite 104, designed the décor of The Hamilton. Over the course of eight months, the former clothing store was stripped to the studs and turned into a lush space with green felt booths, hardwood floors and a fireplace. Leatherbound books — the majority of which come from an old law practice in Tecumseh — surround the entire space. “We knew we wanted it to have a speakeasy vibe, and when I did research on the décor,” Gruntmeir said, “I kept going back to old law books or old books in general that have the cloth bind or the gold metallic engravings. It adds great color and texture to the space.” She started to look for books in thrift shops and was worried that buying so many books would get too expensive until she saw a post offering 3,000 free books as a woman turned a former law practice into a saloon — they just had to pick them up. “People love to look at the subjects on there, and there are some funny ones from early 1890s taped with notes in there,” she said. “They’ve been neat to look through and give you the older feel, so you know they’re genuine.” The Hamilton opened in late August and represents a new chapter in Oklahoma City for Mays, who also owns R Bar & Grill and Roosevelt’s in Tulsa in addition to the two Café 7 locations in Oklahoma City. “We wanted something older with more character, and in north Oklahoma City, that is pretty hard to find,” Mays said. “We’ve got a great team that has been lights-out, and we’re fortunate the pieces have come together.” Visit thehamiltonokc.com.

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The poached pear salad at Kitchen No. 324 is basically fall on a plate. The pears are poached in red wine, sugar and orange juice. The dried figs and cranberries fulfill the seasonal fruit angle. The combination of toasted pecans and blue cheese are perfect for the season, and the shaved prosciutto is better than bacon bits. Pair the salad with braised boneless short ribs and blue cheese biscuit pudding for a perfect fall meal.

As the weather starts to get cooler, you want a dish that will stick to your ribs. That’s when we switch from regular pasta to the potato and flour puffs that are gnocchi. Osteria offers a pair of renditions that will be sure to meet your seasonal needs: the local basil pesto with pine nuts or the gnocchi with wild mushrooms in a white truffle cream sauce.

The yammed fried chicken is a dish that has helped make Florence’s a staple in Oklahoma City since 1952. Yams are one of the restaurant’s most popular sides, and they’re best in the fall, so why not enjoy them smothering some crispy and tender fried chicken? If you go to Florence’s on Monday, you can enjoy a classic pot roast, another fall treat.

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Pie Junkie precooks its apples before adding them to its pie, which allows them to stuff even more fall fruit sweetness into on top of its crust. Pie Junkie’s apple crumble is one of its most popular pies, and for good reason. It’s good for all seasons but really hits home. Also be on the lookout for the pumpkin crumble with maple bourbon whipped cream that will debut for Plaza District Festival later this month.

Since debuting in The Paseo Arts District two months ago, Frida has been a welcome addition to Oklahoma City with its stunning dining area and much-needed Southwestern menu. The seared duck breast with blackberry-bourbon mole is one of only a handful of duck options in the city, which is perfect for fall. You get duck two ways: the breast cooked to order and a duck confit empanada. Paired with broccolini and a sweet potato gratin with goat cheese, it’s a perfect fall dish.

A lot of pizza places offer spaghetti, but The Wedge embraces the fall by offering spaghetti squash that comes dressed with sauce and toppings to your liking. Squash is in season during the fall, so it’s the best time to enjoy the ketofriendly dish. The proscuitto e formaggi pairs seasonal figs with proscuitto and fresh arugula.

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Disney Trivia show off your knowledge of all things Mickey for a chance to win gift cards, 7-9 p.m. Sept. 18. Nashbird, 1 NW Ninth St., 405-600-9718, nashbirdchicken.com. Elvis Extravaganza Elvis Presley impersonators compete to see who can best capture the essence of the King, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 18. Oklahoma State Fair Park, 3220 Great Plains Walk, 405-948-6700, okstatefair.com. Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma Storytime children can hear stories and meet therapy dogs while their parents enjoy coffee, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sept. 18. Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma, 600 NW 23rd St., 405-600-9981, dsaco.org. Building on the Body: Identity, Materials, Jewelry an exhibition of jewelry created from corrugated cardboard, cement, steel and other building materials, through Sept. 22. 108 Contemporary, 108 E. Mathew Brady St., Tulsa, 918-895-6302, 108contemporary.org. Every Brilliant Thing when a young boy’s mother attempts suicide he begins keeping a list of the things that make life worth living in this experimental play by Duncan Macmillan and Johnny Donahoe, through Sept. 22. CitySpace Theatre, Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave, 405-594-8300. From the Golden Age to the Moving Image: The Changing Face of the Permanent Collection view portraits painted by Kehinde Wiley, Anthony van Dyck, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and George Bellows, through Sept. 22. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. Frost/Nixon a play based on David Frost’s historic interview of President Richard Nixon and the lead up to it, through Sept. 22. Lyric Theatre, 1727 NW 16th St., 405-524-9310, lyrictheatreokc.com. Van Gogh, Monet, Degas: The Mellon Collection of French Art from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts a traveling exhibition of a collection of works by influential European painters including Van Gogh, Monet, Manet, Picasso, Rousseau and many more, through Sept. 22. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. Life Imagined: The Art and Science of Automata see examples of mechanical proto-robots from 1850 to the modern day, through Sept. 29. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org. Simply Put an exhibition of paintings by Lynden Wilcoxson, through Sept. 29. Contemporary Art Gallery, 2928 Paseo St., 405-601-7474, contemporaryartgalleryokc.com. With Intent an exhibition of works by artists Bee Doublehue, Gayle Curry, Marissa Raglin and Josh Vaughn, Sept. 6-29. The Paseo Plunge, 3010 Paseo St., 405-315-6224, paseoplunge.org. Stories of Love and Longing/Encircled an exhibition of works by painter Marjorie Atwood and sculptor Tim Cooper, Sept. 6-30, JRB Art at The Elms, 2810 N. Walker Ave., 405-528-6336, jrbartgallery.com. Colors of Clay an exhibition of clay pots, bowls, pitchers and jars created by Native American artists, through May 10. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. Imperfect Exchange an exhibition of Patrick Earl Hammie’s artwork exploring race, gender and identity, through Oct. 10. Melton Gallery, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, 405-525-3603, uco.edu. Leviathan I: The Aesthetics of Capital an experimental exhibition created by artist Pete Froslie exploring climate change, moral and political philosophy through electro-mechanics and game engine-based digital projection, through Dec. 31. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma. Seeds of Being an exhibition examining the evolution of art created by Indigenous groups in North America, through Dec. 30. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma. Seeing Now an exhibit of multimedia art works by Hank Willis Thomas, Ken Gonzales-Day, Travis Somerville, Paul Rucker, Graciela Sacco, Terence Hammonds and Michael Waugh, through Dec. 31. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com. Thoughts on Africa an exhibition of Don Nevard’s photographs of native African wildlife, through Oct. 31. Inasmuch Foundation Gallery at Oklahoma City Community College, 7777 S. May Avenue, 4056827579. Welcome Home: Oklahomans and the War in Vietnam explores the impact of the war on Oklahoma families as well as the stories of Vietnamese families relocated to Oklahoma, Nov. 6. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. Figures & Landscapes: The Art of Carol Armstrong an exhibition of works by the Oklahoma

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Governor’s Art Award-winning painter, through Nov. 2. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., Norman, 405-3079320, pasnorman.org. Medicine Stone a red dirt music festival featuring performances by Jason Boland & the Stragglers, Robert Earl Keen, Parker McCollum, Todd Snider and more, Sept 16-21. Diamondhead Resort, 12081 Highway 10, Tahlequah, 918-456-4545, diamondheadresort.us. Reading Wednesdays a weekly storytime with hands-on activities, goody bags and reading-themed photo ops, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Stars and Stripes Spin Jam a weekly meetup for jugglers, hula hoopers and unicyclers, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Stars & Stripes Park, 3701 S. Lake Hefner Drive, 405-297-2756, okc.gov/parks. Joel Forlenza: The Piano Man the pianist performs variety of songs made famous by Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and, of course, Billy Joel, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-701-4900, othellos.us. Co-ed Open Adult Volleyball enjoy a game of friendly yet competitive volleyball while making new friends, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov. Iron Horse Open Mic and Showcase perform music on stage at this show open to all experience levels, 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays. Iron Horse Bar & Grill, 9501 S. Shields Blvd., 405-735-1801. Open Mic at The P share your musical talent or just come to listen at this weekly open mic, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The Patriarch Craft Beer House & Lawn, 9 E. Edwards St., Edmond, 405-285-6670, thepatriarchedmond.com. VZD’s Open Mic Night a weekly music mic hosted by Joe Hopkins, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. VZD’s Restaurant & Bar, 4200 N. Western Ave., 405-6023006, vzds.com. Red Dirt Open Mic a weekly open mic hosted by Red Dirt Poetry, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Sauced on Paseo, 2912 Paseo St., 405-521-9800, saucedonpaseo.com. Divine Comedy a weekly local showcase hosted by CJ Lance and Josh Lathe and featuring a variety of comedians from OKC and beyond, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. 51st Street Speakeasy, 1114 NW 51st St., 405-463-0470, 51stspeakeasy.com. Lumpy’s Open Mic Night play a song of your own or just listen to the performers at this weekly show hosted by John Riley Willingham, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Lumpy’s Sports Grill, 12325 N. May Ave., 405-286-3300, lumpyssportsgrill.com. Sanctuary Karaoke Service don a choir robe and sing your favorite song, 9 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays and Thursdays. Sanctuary Barsilica, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., facebook.com/sanctuarybarokc.

Brokelahoma In his documentary about Oklahoma’s troubled public school system, director Titus Jackson does what many state legislators seem unwilling to do: actually listens to teachers. What Jackson, a frustrated Broken Arrow father, discovers is not always encouraging. One teacher in the film’s trailer, for example, says the best guide to coping with the state of our educational system is the five stages of grief. We should all be angry, but maybe we can move beyond acceptance. The film makes its OKC debut 7 p.m. Tuesday at Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave. Tickets are $7.50-$9.50. Call 405235-3456 or visit rodeocinema.org. TUESDAY Photo Titus Jackson / provided p.m. Thursdays. OK Runner, 708 N. Broadway Ave., 405-702-9291, myokrunner.com. Rhyme in Reasons share your talent or just watch other artists perform at this weekly open mic, 7:30-10 p.m. Thursdays. Reasons Lounge, 1140 N. MacArthur Boulevard, 405-774-9991.

7 p.m. third Friday of every month through Sept. 20. Wheeler Ferris Wheel, 1701 S. Western Ave., 405655-8455, wheelerdistrict.com/ferris-wheel. OKC Improv performers create original scenes in the moment based on suggestions from the audience, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Oklahoma City Improv, 1757 NW 16th St., 405-456-9858, okcimprov.com.

Triple’s Open Mic a music and comedy open mic hosted by Amanda Howle, 7:30 p.m. every other Wednesday. Triple’s, 8023 NW 23rd St., 405-789-3031.

Story Time with Britt’s Bookworms enjoy snacks, crafts and story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m. first and third Thursday of every month. Thrive Mama Collective, 1745 NW 16th St., 405-356-6262.

Erin Merryweather Trunk Show an exhibition of minimalist, handcrafted jewelry made from sterling silver and gold, 5-7:30 p.m. Sept. 19. Artspace at Untitled, 1 NE Third St., 405-815-9995, 1ne3.org.

OK Country Cafe Open Mic show off your singing talent, 6 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of every month. OK Country Cafe, 6072 S. Western Ave., 405-602-6866, okcountrycafe.com.

Afro Beats a dance party with soca, hip-hop, Caribbean, dancehall and other genres of music provided by DJ Sinz, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays. Glass Lounge, 5929 N. May Ave., 405-835-8077, glasshouseokc.com.

Signing Time Sign Language Class children can learn American Sign Language at this class taught by Mrs. Stacy, 4-5 p.m. Thursdays. We Rock the Spectrum, 64 E. 33rd St., 405-657-1108, werockthespectrumoklahomacity.com.

Meet Me at Main a festival featuring food trucks, vendor booths, bounce houses, face painting and a performance from musician Hosty, 6-10 p.m. Sept. 20. Events at 10 West Main, 10 W. Main St. Suite 135, 405-494-9504, eventsat10westmain.com.

Paseo Farmers Market shop for fresh food from local vendors at this weekly outdoor event, 9 a.m.noon Saturdays, through Oct. 19. SixTwelve, 612 NW 29th St., 405-208-8291, sixtwelve.org.

Advancing the Pencil Portrait, Part II learn how to create better pencil portraits at this class for all experience levels, through Sept. 19. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org.

12x12 Art Fundraiser an exhibition of 12-by-12-inch works created by artists to raise funds for Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition, 7 p.m. Sept. 20. 50 Penn Place Gallery, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405-848-5567, 50pennplacegallery.com.

Adult New Modern Square Dance Lessons learn the basics of square dancing at these classes led by Jeff Holley; no partner required, 7-9 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, through Oct. 3. Mitch Park, 1501 W. Covell Road, Edmond, 405-359-4630, edmondok.com/parks. Wings Over Weatherford an airshow featuring warbirds and biplanes as well as train rides, children’s activities flight simulators and more, Sept. 19-21. Stafford Air & Space Museum, 3000 Logan Road, Weatherford, 580-772-5871. The Golden Cockerel students from University of Oklahoma’s school of Music will perform Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov and Vladimir Belsky’s comedic opera based on a poem by Alexander Pushkin, Sept. 19-22. Reynolds Performing Arts Center, 560 Parrington Oval, Norman, 405-325-7370, ou.edu. Early Explorers toddlers and preschoolers can participate in fun scientific activities they can repeat later at home, 10-11 a.m. Thursdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org. Botanical Balance an all-levels yoga class in a natural environment; bring your own mat and water, 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Run the Alley a three-mile social run for athletes of all abilities ending with beers at The Yard, 6:30

Filmography: The King of Comedy (1982, USA, Martin Scorsese) hoping to jump start his career, struggling comic Rupert Pupkin (Robert De Niro) kidnaps a talk show host, 8-9:30 p.m. Sept. 20. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com. Bang Bang Queer Punk Variety Show a monthly variety show featuring drag, burlesque, belly dancing and more, 10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sept. 20. The Flea, 733 NW Fourth St., 405-601-7256. Cocktail Cruise see the Boathouse District, the Wheeler Ferris wheel and more on this sunset cruise with a full cash bar, Fridays and Saturdays through Sept. 28. Regatta Park Landing, 701 S. Lincoln Blvd., 405-702-7755, okrivercruises.com. The Barber of Seville Painted Sky Opera presents the classic comedic opera about Figaro the village barber, Sept. 20-27. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975, USA, Jim Sharman) an interactive screening of this cult-classic sci-fi musical sex comedy, Sept. 20-Oct. 30. The Boom, 2218 NW 39th St., 405-601-7200, theboomokc.com. Wheeler Summer Music Series enjoy live music performances, sample local beer and food truck fare and shop local vendors at this monthly music series,

Don Quixote Open Mic a weekly comedy show followed by karaoke, 7:30-9 p.m. Fridays. Don Quixote Club, 3030 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-0011.

Oklahoma Book Festival celebrate and explore Oklahoma’s literary scene at this annual event featuring panel discussions, author presentations, book signings, food trucks and vendor booths, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 21. Boathouse District, 725 S. Lincoln Blvd., 405-552-4040, boathousedistrict.org. World Red Panda and Casowary Day view the two species in the Sanctuary Habitat, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept 21. The Oklahoma City Zoo, 2000 Remington Place, 405-424-3344, okczoo.com. Oktöberfest a German beer release with live music and Callahan’s Chicago Dogs, noon-11 p.m. Sept. 21. Angry Scotsman Brewing, 704 W. Reno Ave., 405673-7713, angryscotbrew.com. Love Photoshoot an annual photoshoot organized by social community action group Yes Love OKC, 1-4 p.m. Sept. 21. Dunlap Codding, 609 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-607-8600, dunlapcodding.com. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live see Bone Shaker, Tiger Shark, V8 Bomber, Demo Derby, Hot Wheels Racing 1 and Bigfoot compete in monster truck events with an appearance from fire-breathing, car-eating Megasaurus, Sept. 21. Chesapeake Energy Arena, 100 W. Reno Ave., 405-602-8700, chesapeakearena.com. Vietnamese Lunar Moon Festival a celebration of the harvest moon featuring Lion Dances, food trucks, a lantern competition and the Little Miss Vietnam Pageant, 4-10 p.m. Sept 21. Military Park, 1200 NW 25th St., 405-297-3882. Women of Color Art Showcase an art exhibition featuring the work of local female artists as well as light refreshments and live music, 7-10 p.m. Sept. 21. Heart Studios, 3208 Teakwood Lane, Suite 103, 405664-4194, heartstudiosllc.com.

Staged a stage show hosted by Raven Delray, 10:30 p.m. third Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/ frankiesokc.

Monday Night Group Ride meet up for a weekly 25-30 minute bicycle ride at about 18 miles per hour through east Oklahoma City, 6 p.m. Mondays. The Bike Lab OKC, 2200 W. Hefner Road, 405-603-7655.

Open Badminton hit some birdies in some morning pick-up games of badminton with friends, 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov.

Twisted Coyote Brew Crew a weekly 3-mile group run for all ability levels with a beer tasting to follow; bring your own safety lights, 6 p.m. Mondays. Twisted Spike Brewing Co., 1 NW 10th St., 405-3013467, twistedspike.com.

Yoga with Art workout in an art-filled environment followed by a mimosa, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com. Storytime Science the museum invites children age 6 and younger to hear a story and participate in a related scientific activity, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org. Pooches on the Patio bring your best friend to this dog-friendly happy hour with drink specials, appetizers and free pet treats, 4-7 p.m. Saturdays. Café 501 Classen Curve, 5825 NW Grand Blvd., 405844-1501, cafe501.com. Mesta Festa a free event featuring live music and dance performances, food trucks, and a beer and wine garden, noon-6 p.m. Sept. 22. Perle Mesta Park Amphitheater, 1901 N. Lee Ave. Bill Maher the talk-show host, political commentator and stand-up comic will perform, 7-9:30 p.m. Sept. 22. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. Shelly Phelps Blues Revue a monthly variety show featuring music, comedy, performance art, drag and more, 7-10 p.m. Sundays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/ frankiesokc. Moore Chess Club play in tournaments and learn about the popular board game at this weekly event where all ages and skill levels are welcome, 1-4 p.m. Sundays. Moore Library, 225 S. Howard Ave., Moore.

Monday Night Blues Jam Session bring your own instrument to this open-stage jam hosted by Wess McMichael, 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-7014900, othellos.us. OKC Comedy Open Mic Night get some stage time or just go to listen and laugh at this open mic hosted by Travis Phillips, 7 p.m. Mondays. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Jackbox.tv Game Night play interactive party games with host Alex Sanchez, 8-10 p.m. Sept. 9. Oak & Ore, 1732 NW. 16th St., 405-606-2030, oakandore.com. Melodic Masters Brightmusic Chamber Ensemble will perform works by composers Johannes Brahms, Josef Suk and Germaine Tailleferre, Sept. 24. St. Paul’s Cathedral, 127 NW Seventh St., 405-235-3436, stpaulscathedralokc.org. Designing with Bulbs learn to plant pleasing arrangements using tulips, alliums, narcissus and minor bulbs, 7 p.m. Sept. 24. OSU-OKC Campus, 900 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-4421, osuokc.edu/home. Bocce Ball Tournament 16 teams will compete for top honors in this four-week tournament, 5:306:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 24. Kerr Park, 102 Robert S. Kerr Ave., 405-235-3500, downtownokc. com/kerr-park. Kendell’s Open Mic play up to four songs at this weekly music open mic, 8-11 p.m. Tuesdays. Kendell’s, 110 S. May Ave., kendellsbar.com.

Tinkerfest “There will be a little bit of what people associate with chemistry that they see or what they may picture when they think of science,” Clint Stone, vice president of programs at Science Museum of Oklahoma said describing last year’s Tinkerfest, “but really science is everywhere. It’s figuring out how things work and making things work better.” Artists, engineers, educators, crafters and other creators converge for this daylong event featuring hands-on activities promoting ingenuity and curiosity. Activities include 3D printing, light painting, loom knitting, rocket launching, lock picking and much more. The event is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 28. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place. Admission is free. Call 405602-6664 or visit sciencemuseumok.org. SEPT. 28 Photo provided

Renegade Poker compete in a 2-3 hour tournament with cash prizes, 3 p.m. Sundays. Bison Witches Bar & Deli, 211 E Main St., Norman, 405-3647555, bisonwitchesok.com.

Art Adventures children can enjoy story time and related activities, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-3253272, ou.edu/fjjma.

Yoga Tuesdays an all-levels class; bring your own water and yoga mat, 5:45 p.m.-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405445-7080, myriadgardens.com.

Board Game Day enjoy local craft beer while playing old-school board and arcade games with friends, 5-8 p.m. Sundays. FlashBack RetroPub, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-633-3604, flashbackretropub.com.

Wheeler Criterium a weekly nighttime cycling event with criterium races, food trucks and family activities, 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Wheeler Park, 1120 S. Western Ave., 405-297-2211, wheelerdistrict.com.

Trivia Night at Black Mesa Brewing test your knowledge at this weekly competition hosted by BanjoBug Trivia, 6:30 p.m. June 18. Black Mesa Brewing Company, 1354 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-778-1865, blackmesabrewing.com.

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FALL GUIDE Trivia Night at Matty McMillen’s answer questions for a chance to win prizes at this weekly trivia night, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Matty McMillen’s Irish Pub, 2201 NW 150th St., 405607-8822, mattymcmillens.com. Drag Me to Bingo bingo night hosted by Teabaggin Betsy, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Partners, 2805 NW 36th St., 405-942-2199, partners4club.com.

Othello’s Comedy Night see professionals and amateurs alike at this long-running weekly open mic for standup comics, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-701-4900, othellos.us. Weekly Jams bring an instrument and play along with others at this open-invitation weekly jam session, 9:30 p.m.-midnight Tuesdays. Saints, 1715 NW 16th St., 405-602-6308, saintspubokc.com. Taste of Western enjoy food from several local restaurants, drinks, live jazz and a silent auction, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 25. Will Rogers Theatre, 4322 N. Western Ave., 405-604-3015, willrogerstheatre.com. ZOObrew enjoy live music, food and craft beer at this fundraiser hosted by the Oklahoma Zoological Society, Sept. 27. The Oklahoma City Zoo, 2000 Remington Place, 405-424-3344, okczoo.com. “Kountry” Wayne Colley the standup comic and social media personality will perform, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Sept. 27-28. Ice Event Center & Grill, 1148 NE 36th St., 405-208-4240, iceeventcentergrill. eat24hour.com. The Sorcerer & The Comedian an evening combining comedy and magic featuring performances by John Shack and Julie Drake, 8-11 p.m. Sept. 27. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-8873327, theparamountroom.com. The Princess Bride...Died?! an interactive mystery dinner theater experience parodying The Princess Bride, Sept. 27, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15. Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, 1309 S. Agnew Ave., 405-2360416, cattlemensrestaurant.com. Fuzzy Friday a monthly happy hour meet-and-greet hosted by the Bears of Central Oklahoma, 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Apothecary 39, 2125 NW 39th St., 405-605-4100. Reiki/ Energy Share learn about reiki healing and share good vibes at this community get-together, 6 p.m. Fridays. Beautifully Connected, 13524 Railway Dr., Suite J, 262-753-6852, beautifullyconnectedwellness.com. Standing Bear Powwow a powwow hosted by the six north-central tribes of Oklahoma featuring arts and crafts, dance exhibitions and contests and more, Sept. 27-28. Standing Bear Park, 601 Standing Bear Parkway, 580-762-1514. Grand Opening Celebration celebrate the opening of Scissortail Park at this event featuring children’s activities, food trucks and live performances by Kings of Leon, Broncho and Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Sept. 27-29. Scissortail Park, 300 SW Seventh St., 405-445-7080, scissortailpark.org. Day Out With Thomas Steam Team Tour 2019 children and families can take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy crafts and other Thomas-related activities, Sept. 27-29 and October 4-6. Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 NE Grand Blvd., 405-424-8222, oklahomarailwaymuseum.org. Plaza District Festival a daylong annual event showcasing performing and visual arts with live music, vendors and children’s activities, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 28, free. Plaza District, 1618 N. Gatewood Ave., 405-426-7812, plazadistrict.org. Suds ’n’ Spuds pair craft beers with potato dishes created by local restaurants, 2-9 p.m. Sept. 28. OKC Farmers Market, 311 S. Klein Ave., 4054860701. Oklahoma City Pagan Pride Day live music, children’s activities and ceremonial rituals commemorate the Autumn Equinox at this annual celebration, now in its sixth year, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 28. Wiley Post Park, 2021 S. Robinson Ave., 405-297-2756, okc.gov. Queen Mariah’s Variety Show a monthly stage show featuring various drag performers, 10:30 p.m. Saturdays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-6022030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. OKC Spirit Fair learn about metaphysical and new-age topics such as tarot cards, energy healing, crystals, auras and more, Sept. 28-29. Wyndham Garden Oklahoma City Airport, 2101 S. Meridian Ave., 405-685-4000. Brunching with Books a book club meeting every other week, with reading selections chosen by group preference, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Buttermilk Paseo, 605 NW 28th St., 405-605-6660, buttermilkokc.com. Oklahoma City Royal Princess Ball a family event offering young princess fans a chance to meet their favorites, 9 a.m.-6:15 p.m. Sept. 29. Embassy Suites Conference Center, 2501 Conference Drive, 405-364-8040. Farm to Table Dinner enjoy live music, local beer and wine, and a dinner catered by Kamala Gamble from Kam’s Kookery at this fundraiser for Oklahoma

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Horticultural Society, 5 p.m. Sept. 29. Will Rogers Garden Center, 3400 NW 36th St., 405-943-0827, okc.gov. Nick Offerman the comic and actor, know for portraying Ron Swanson on Parks & Rec, will perform on his All Rise tour, 7 p.m.-midnight Sept. 29. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405-308-1803, criterionokc.com. Paper Sack Project prepare sack lunches to pass out to people on the streets at this event hosted by Debate Night OKC, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Sunday of the month. NE OKC Community & Cultural Center, 3815 N. Kelley Ave., 405-401-3350. Board Game Brunch play board games while enjoying a variety of food and beverage options, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. last Sunday of the month. The R&J Lounge and Supper Club, 320 NW 10th St., 405-6025066, rjsupperclub.com. Last Sunday Poetry Reading a poetry reading followed by an open mic, 2 p.m. last Sunday of every month. Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405-842-2900, fullcirclebooks.com. Annie Oakley Society Luncheon and Awards Ceremony a luncheon honoring entrepreneur and philanthropist Shelia C. Johnson, 11:30 a.m. Sept. 30. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org.

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Powerful Women Dinner former White House administrator Tina Tchen delivers the keynote speech at this fundraising dinner for Sally’s List — a nonpartisan organization recruiting and training progressive women to run for political office in Oklahoma, Oct. 1. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. Colors of Clay an exhibition of clay pots, bowls, pitchers and jars created by Native American artists, through May 10. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. Imperfect Exchange an exhibition of Patrick Earl Hammie’s artwork exploring race, gender and identity, through Oct. 10. Melton Gallery, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, 405-525-3603, uco.edu. Leviathan I: The Aesthetics of Capital an experimental exhibition created by artist Pete Froslie exploring climate change, moral and political philosophy through electro-mechanics and game engine-based digital projection, through Dec. 31. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma. Seeds of Being an exhibition examining the evolution of art created by Indigenous groups in North America, through Dec. 30. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma. Seeing Now an exhibit of multimedia art works by Hank Willis Thomas, Ken Gonzales-Day, Travis Somerville, Paul Rucker, Graciela Sacco, Terence Hammonds and Michael Waugh, through Dec. 31. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com. Thoughts on Africa an exhibition of Don Nevard’s photographs of native African wildlife, through Oct. 31. Inasmuch Foundation Gallery at Oklahoma City Community College, 7777 S. May Avenue, 4056827579. Welcome Home: Oklahomans and the War in Vietnam explores the impact of the war on Oklahoma families as well as the stories of Vietnamese families relocated to Oklahoma, Nov. 6. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. Figures & Landscapes: The Art of Carol Armstrong an exhibition of works by the Oklahoma Governor’s Art Award-winning painter, through Nov. 2. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., Norman, 405-3079320, pasnorman.org. Kendell’s Open Mic play up to four songs at this weekly music open mic, 8-11 p.m. Tuesdays. Kendell’s, 110 S. May Ave., kendellsbar.com. The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975, USA, Jim Sharman) an interactive screening of this cult-classic sci-fi musical sex comedy, through Oct. 30. The Boom, 2218 NW 39th St., 405-601-7200, theboomokc.com. Day Out With Thomas Steam Team Tour 2019 children and families can take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy crafts and other Thomas-related activities, October 4-6. Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 NE Grand Blvd., 405-424-8222, oklahomarailwaymuseum.org. Joel Forlenza: The Piano Man the pianist performs variety of songs made famous by Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and of course Billy Joel, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-701-4900, othellos.us. Botanical Balance an all-levels yoga class in a natural environment; bring your own mat and water, 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9 a.m. Satur-

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A playground symphony and 800 trees sprouting along the Oklahoma River mark Oklahoma City Community Foundation’s 50th year of serving the metro. By Charles Martin

Any parent can attest to the amazing advances in playground technology emerging since the ’70s when children endured steel slides the ambient temperature of a hibachi grill, rickety merry-go-rounds that inspired Lord of the Flies-level brutality and Spartan swing sets chipping lead paint. Now public parks are adorned with water pads, interactive labyrinths, climbing walls and plastic slides resistant to the blistering Oklahoma heat. Yet those sad, lonely swings have hardly evolved. Oklahoma City Community Foundation (OCCF) teamed up with a Montreal-based art and design firm Daily tous les jours to give the tried and true playground icon a much-needed update during The Musical Swings: An Exercise in Musical Cooperation’s three-week stay opening on Friday at Bicentennial Park, 500 Couch Drive. Created as a way to encourage musical cooperation in public spaces, each lightup swing is equipped with its own sound, either a piano, guitar, harp or vibraphone. “The higher you swing, the higher the note,” said Daily tous les jours cofounder Melissa Mongiat. “When you swing in synchronicity with the people next to you, it triggers these hidden melodies. In public spaces, you tend to stay in your own bubble, but when making music, you are pulled out of the bubble. Together, people will try to trigger as much sound as possible, creating a conversation.” Originally placed near Montreal’s opera house, The Musical Swings was an effort to break down the natural

barriers people create between themselves and knit a tighter community. “Collaboration helps strengthen the connection between strangers naturally,” Mongiat said. “With these types of large-scale installations, we work to bring people together to do things in unusual ways, using strategies for doing things together with different levels of engagement. You’ll have people performing, then people trying to master the swings and also people just listening and watching.” The Musical Swings are being brought in by OCCF, a nonprofit organization that works with charitable organizations to help facilitate donations, according to OCCF director Jana Steelman. This will be a part of the foundation’s fiftieth anniversary. “In addition to the aspect of giving the gift of public art to the community, The Musical Swings project is also a way to activate public spaces, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds to convene in the city’s center,” Steelman wrote in an email to Oklahoma Gazette. “Through our Parks & Public Space Initiative, one of our goals is to encourage use of public parks and spaces throughout the community.”

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In addition to The Musical Swings, OCCF joined with the City of Oklahoma City and OKC Riverfront Redevelopment Authority to begin planting approximately 800 trees along the Oklahoma River’s north shore walking trails. Steelman estimates that 250 trees were planted by mid-January,

Brian Dougherty is a program director with Parks & Public Spaces Initiative. He walked Gazette through the sparse trails back on a frigid February day. The beautification project is a long walk west of the bustling and energized Boathouse District. The area was once little more than fields of sandburs with a scenic view of Interstate 40’s concrete underbelly, and Dougherty is now overseeing the planting and support of 800 saplings that will transform the north shore into a destination for joggers, cyclists and families. Because of the presence of buried utility lines and a nearby highway, Dougherty explained that the area can’t be developed for residential use, making it ideal for a public green space. He became intimately familiar with the unique challenges of the Oklahoma environment during his time as Agriculture Technologies’ division head of John E. Kirkpatrick Horticulture Center at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC). He also learned what thrived in the plains. When tackling the project of bringing the northwest shore of the Oklahoma River to life, he wanted to build something that would last for more than a few seasons. He wanted something that would thrive and transform while benefiting Oklahoma families for generations. “How can I activate an area to give

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with the rest planted through the following months, and OCCF is now focused on the harder chore of keeping them alive through Oklahoma’s famously ill-tempered weather. The long-term plan also includes better public seating, better irrigation and the planting of native grasses and wildflowers.

something back that will last for the next 50 or even the next 75 years?” Dougherty said. “We’ll still have ice storms and tornadoes, but how can I do the best to work hand in hand with Mother Nature?” Since there is such a massive volume of saplings to care for through Oklahoma’s turbulent seasons, Dougherty said there was a specific focus on shade trees with a high degree of survival, including bur oak, chinkapin, bald cypress, cedar elm, Chinese pistache and red oak as well as less suburban-style grass that needs to be perfectly manicured to be inviting. “There was a park study five years ago, and one of the things Oklahoma City was criticized on pretty heavily was we were mowing fence to fence,” Dougherty said. “The rule of thumb is to mow only 65 percent intensely; the rest you would let become habitat and pollinators. Let it look maintained, but that doesn’t mean it has to be 2-inchtall mown grass.” Less mowing means less maintenance, yielding a positive environmental impact while also lowering the cost to the city. New technology also allows for intensive monitoring of the city tree canopy, Dougherty said, which will track tree growth, age, health and even the spread of disease. He also envisions a future where shaded walking trails with various amenities like water fountains and bathrooms will eventually link all of the metro, transforming Oklahoma City and its suburbs into a truly pedestrian-friendly community. There will also be a 6-acre circle at the end of the trail that will be turned into a natural habitat for Oklahoma wildflowers. It will take time for the project to come into full bloom, but OCCF president Nancy Anthony said there will be significant changes in the landscape as early as next spring. “These are our gifts back to the community as we celebrate our anniversary,” Anthony said. “We’ve been giving grants for nonprofits with new ideas, having seminars and educational projects that are much more targeted, but The Musical Swings and the river trail that could be still thriving in 100 years are the two things that could impact everyone in the community.” Visit occf.org.

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Traditional Cowboy Arts Exhibition and Sale a showcase of saddlemaking, bit and spur making, silversmithing and rawhide braiding, Oct. 4-5. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org.

days. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Storytime Science the museum invites children age 6 and younger to hear a story and participate in a related scientific activity, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org.

Oklahoma Regatta Festival a festival featuring rowing, kayaking and whitewater rafting races and family activities, Oct. 4-6. Boathouse District, 725 S. Lincoln Blvd., 405-552-4040, boathousedistrict.org. Cabaret University of Oklahoma music students will perform this musical set in Berlin during the lead-up to World War II, Oct. 4-13. Elsie C. Brackett Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-4101, theatre.ou.edu.

Art Adventures children can enjoy story time and related activities, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma.

OKC Improv performers create original scenes in the moment based on suggestions from the audience, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Oklahoma City Improv, 1757 NW 16th St., 405-4569858, okcimprov.com.

Wheeler Criterium a weekly nighttime cycling event with criterium races, food trucks and family activities, 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Wheeler Park, 1120 S. Western Ave., 405-297-2211, wheelerdistrict.com. Yoga Tuesdays an all-levels class; bring your own water and yoga mat, 5:45 p.m.-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405445-7080, myriadgardens.com.

Don Quixote Open Mic a weekly comedy show followed by karaoke, 7:30-9 p.m. Fridays. Don Quixote Club, 3030 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-0011. Afro Beats a dance party with soca, hip-hop, Caribbean, dancehall and other genres of music provided by DJ Sinz, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays. Glass Lounge, 5929 N. May Ave., 405-835-8077, glasshouseokc.com.

Paseo Farmers Market shop for fresh food from local vendors at this weekly outdoor event, 9 a.m.noon Saturdays, through Oct. 19. SixTwelve, 612 NW 29th St., 405-208-8291, sixtwelve.org.

Conversational Spanish Group Meetup an opportunity for all experience levels to practice speaking Spanish, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405-842-2900, fullcirclebooks.com. Trivia Night at Matty McMillen’s answer questions for a chance to win prizes at this weekly trivia night, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Matty McMillen’s Irish Pub, 2201 NW 150th St., 405-607-8822, mattymcmillens.com. Drag Me to Bingo bingo night hosted by Teabaggin Betsy, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Partners, 2805 NW 36th St., 405-942-2199, partners4club.com. Othello’s Comedy Night see professionals and amateurs alike at this long-running weekly open mic for standup comics, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-7014900, othellos.us. Weekly Jams bring an instrument and play along with others at this open-invitation weekly jam session, 9:30 p.m.-midnight Tuesdays. Saints, 1715 NW 16th St., 405-602-6308, saintspubokc.com.

The Tempest Some ships are sunk by poor seamanship, others by torpedoes, but the shipwreck starting William Shakespeare’s fantasy The Tempest is sunk by a vengeful wizard. Prospero (played by Jerome Stevenson) controls the weather to maroon his enemies who conspired to rob him of his dukedom, and then things start to get complicated. Directed by Tyler Woods, Oklahoma Shakespeare’s latest take on what is thought to be one of the last plays Shakespeare completed on his own promises an evening of theatrical magic. The play runs Oct. 3-26 at Shakespeare on Paseo, 2920 Paseo St. Tickets are $20-$30. Call 405-235-3700 or visit oklahomashakespeare.org. OCT. 3-26 Photo provided

Educating America Tour learn about Alzheimer’s disease, brain health and dementia caregiving at this conference sponsored by Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 2. Renaissance Waterford - Oklahoma City Hotel, 6300 Waterford Blvd., 405-848-4782.

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Freedom of Information Oklahoma 2019 Awards Dinner an evening honoring people and organizations who fight for transparency and First Amendment rights with a keynote speech by journalist Mike Walter, 6 p.m. Oct. 2. Nigh University Center, University of Central Oklahoma, 100 N. University Drive.

VZD’s Open Mic Night a weekly music mic hosted by Joe Hopkins, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. VZD’s Restaurant & Bar, 4200 N. Western Ave., 405-6023006, vzds.com.

Families, Advocates, Resources and Exonerees Oklahoma Innocence Projects hosts this even commemorating National Wrongful Conviction Day with guests Elizabeth Fritz Clinton and Dennis Fritz, featured on John Grisham’s Netflix series The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town, 7-9 p.m. Oct. 2. Oklahoma City University Law School, 800 N. Harvey Ave., 405-208-6400. Paramount Open Mic show off your talents at this open mic hosted by musician Chris Morrison, 7 p.m. first Wednesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Coffee with Real Estate Investors network over coffee and discuss topics such as real estate investing, building a successful business and chasing the American dream, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Starbucks, 5800 W. Memorial Road, 405-722-6189, starbucks.com. VHS and Chill: Blockbusted Video riff along with comedians and film fans at this monthly movie screening where audience participation is encouraged, 7-9 p.m. first Wednesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-8873327, theparamountroom.com. Reading Wednesdays a weekly storytime with hands-on activities, goody bags and reading-themed photo ops, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Stars and Stripes Spin Jam a weekly meetup for jugglers, hula hoopers and unicyclers, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Stars & Stripes Park, 3701 S. Lake Hefner Drive, 405-297-2756, okc.gov/parks. Co-ed Open Adult Volleyball enjoy a game of friendly yet competitive volleyball while making new friends, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov. Iron Horse Open Mic and Showcase perform music on stage at this show open to all experience levels, 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays. Iron Horse Bar & Grill,

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Open Mic at The P share your musical talent or just come to listen at this weekly open mic, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The Patriarch Craft Beer House & Lawn, 9 E. Edwards St., Edmond, 405-285-6670, thepatriarchedmond.com.

Red Dirt Open Mic a weekly open mic hosted by Red Dirt Poetry, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Sauced on Paseo, 2912 Paseo St., 405-521-9800, saucedonpaseo.com. Divine Comedy a weekly local showcase hosted by CJ Lance and Josh Lathe and featuring a variety of comedians from OKC and beyond, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. 51st Street Speakeasy, 1114 NW 51st St., 405-463-0470, 51stspeakeasy.com. Lumpy’s Open Mic Night play a song of your own or just listen to the performers at this weekly show hosted by John Riley Willingham, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Lumpy’s Sports Grill, 12325 N. May Ave., 405-286-3300, lumpyssportsgrill.com. Sanctuary Karaoke Service don a choir robe and sing your favorite song, 9 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays and Thursdays. Sanctuary Barsilica, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., facebook.com/sanctuarybarokc. Triple’s Open Mic a music and comedy open mic hosted by Amanda Howle, 7:30 p.m. every other Wednesday. Triple’s, 8023 NW 23rd St., 405-789-3031. Max Brallier book signing the author will autograph copies of his new book The Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade, the fifth book in a sci-fi series currently being adapted for Netflix, 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 3. Best of Books, 1313 E. Danforth Road, Edmond, 405-340-9202, bestofbooksok.com. Bert Kreischer the comic and reality show host performs on his Body Shots Tour, 7 p.m. Oct. 3. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405-308-1803, criterionokc.com. Mark Normand the standup comic will perform, with local support from OKC comics Travis Phillips and Damon Detroit, 8-10 p.m. Oct. 3. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Landscaping With Natives learn about planting native species in your yard and garden at this three-part series hosted by the Central Chapter of the Oklahoma Native Plant Society, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 3 and Nov. 7. OSU-OKC Campus, 900 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-4421, osuokc.edu/home. Signing Time Sign Language Class children

can learn American Sign Language at this class taught by Mrs. Stacy, 4-5 p.m. Sept. 12. We Rock the Spectrum, 64 E. 33rd St., 405-657-1108, werockthespectrumoklahomacity.com. Adult New Modern Square Dance Lessons learn the basics of square dancing at these classes led by Jeff Holley; no partner required, 7-9 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Sept. 9-Oct. 3. Mitch Park, 1501 W. Covell Road, Edmond, 405-359-4630, edmondok.com/parks.

Wanderlust Pop Up Shops shop more than 80 vendors and food trucks, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 5. Wheeler Ferris Wheel, 1701 S. Western Ave., 405-655-8455, wheelerdistrict.com/ ferris-wheel. Oklahoma Food Truck Championship 20 vendors compete for top honors at this annual competition now in its second year, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Oct. 5. Downtown Chickasha, 102 N. Second St., 405-474-6108. Midwest ArtFest a visual arts showcase and celebration also featuring live entertainment and children’s activities, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 5. Charles J. Johnson Central Park, 7209 SE 29th St., Midwest City, 405-739-1293, midwestcity.org. Curiosity Fest a humanities festival featuring live performances, panel discussions and presentations about literature, history philosophy and ethics, noon7 p.m. Oct. 5. Oklahoma City University Law School, 800 N. Harvey Ave., 405-208-6400. International Observe the Moon Night an evening of appreciation and observation for the moon, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 5. Wheeler Ferris Wheel, 1701 S. Western Ave., 405-655-8455, wheelerdistrict.com/ ferris-wheel.

Wine, Jazz & World enjoy Spanish and Argentinian wine tastings and live musical performances by jazz and flamenco artists, Oct. 3-5. Guthrie Green, 111 E. M.B. Brady St., Tulsa, 918-574-2421.

The Odyssey Project learn about the nonprofit City Care’s mission in Oklahoma City and watch a short film about a single mother experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 5. Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St., 405-708-6937, towertheatreokc.com.

Early Explorers toddlers and preschoolers can participate in fun scientific activities they can repeat later at home, 10-11 a.m. Thursdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org.

The Voyage Oklahoma City Philharmonic performs compositions by Benjamin Britten, Claude Debussy and more; featuring guest vocalist Bombay Jayashri, 8 p.m. Oct. 5. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com.

Run the Alley a three-mile social run for athletes of all abilities ending with beers at The Yard, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. OK Runner, 708 N. Broadway Ave., 405-702-9291, myokrunner.com.

Rebels & Royals Drag King Show hosted by former Mister USofA Damian Matrix-Gritte, this monthly show features local drag kings and special guests 10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. first Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/frankiesokc.

Rhyme in Reasons share your talent or just watch other artists perform at this weekly open mic, 7:30-10 p.m. Thursdays. Reasons Lounge, 1140 N. MacArthur Blvd., 405-774-9991. Story Time with Britt’s Bookworms enjoy snacks, crafts and story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m. first and third Thursday of every month. Thrive Mama Collective, 1745 NW 16th St., 405-356-6262. OK Country Cafe Open Mic show off your singing talent, 6 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of every month. OK Country Cafe, 6072 S. Western Ave., 405-602-6866, okcountrycafe.com. ArtOnTap a beer tasting event with food and live music to raise funds for the museum’s special programs and exhibits, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 4. Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive, 405-236-3100, okcmoa.com. Viva Las Sisu Casino Night a Las Vegas-themed fundraiser for Sisu Youth, a charity providing homeless teens with food, shelter, clothing and other necessities, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 4. Credit Union House of Oklahoma, 631 E. Hill St., 405-445-1511, creditunionhouseok.com. The Skirvin Jazz Club a monthly live jazz show presented by OK Sessions, 8 p.m. Oct. 4., Nov. 8 and Dec. 6. Park Avenue Grill, 1 Park Ave., 405-702-8444, parkavegrill.com. Paseo Arts District’s First Friday Gallery Walk peruse art from over 80 artists with 25 participating business for a night of special themed exhibits, refreshments and a variety of entertainment opportunities, 6-10 p.m. first Friday of every month.

Name Your Game Expo a convention for fans of video and table top games with local authors, authors, cosplayers, vendors and more, Oct. 5-6. Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 200 W. Albany St., Broken Arrow, 918-416-8100. Open Badminton hit some birdies in some morning pick-up games of badminton with friends, 10 a.m.noon Saturdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov. Yoga with Art workout in an art-filled environment followed by a mimosa, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com. Pooches on the Patio bring your best friend to this dog-friendly happy hour with drink specials, appetizers and free pet treats, 4-7 p.m. Saturdays. Café 501 Classen Curve, 5825 NW Grand Blvd., 405844-1501, cafe501.com. Norman Groovefest a celebration to promote human rights awareness and the right to peaceably assemble, featuring guest speakers and musical performances, noon-9 p.m. Oct. 6. Andrews Park, 201 W. Daws St., Norman, 405-366-5472. Open House tour the new space for the Weavers Guild of Oklahoma City, and see weaving and spinning demonstrations, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 6. Weavers Guild of Oklahoma City, 2905 Epperly Drive. Oklahoma Voices hear featured poets read from their works at this monthly event, 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month. IAO Gallery, 706 W. Sheridan

Ave., 405-232-6060, iaogallery.org. Moore Chess Club play in tournaments and learn about the popular board game at this weekly event where all ages and skill levels are welcome, 1-4 p.m. Sundays. Moore Library, 225 S. Howard Ave., Moore. Renegade Poker compete in a 2-3 hour tournament with cash prizes, 3 p.m. Sundays. Bison Witches Bar & Deli, 211 E Main St., Norman, 405-364-7555, bisonwitchesok.com. Board Game Day enjoy local craft beer while playing old-school board and arcade games with friends, 5-8 p.m. Sundays. FlashBack RetroPub, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-633-3604, flashbackretropub.com. Monday Night Group Ride meet up for a weekly 25-30 minute bicycle ride at about 18 miles per hour through east Oklahoma City, 6 p.m. Mondays. The Bike Lab OKC, 2200 W. Hefner Road, 405-603-7655. Twisted Coyote Brew Crew a weekly 3-mile group run for all ability levels with a beer tasting to follow; bring your own safety lights, 6 p.m. Mondays. Twisted Spike Brewing Co., 1 NW 10th St., 405-3013467, twistedspike.com. Monday Night Blues Jam Session bring your own instrument to this open-stage jam hosted by Wess McMichael, 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-7014900, othellos.us. OKC Comedy Open Mic Night get some stage time or just go to listen and laugh at this open mic hosted by Travis Phillips, 7 p.m. Mondays. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Jackbox.tv Game Night play interactive party games with host Alex Sanchez, 8-10 p.m. Sept. 9. Oak & Ore, 1732 NW. 16th St., 405-606-2030, oakandore.com. Filmrow Trivia Night test your cinematic knowledge at this monthly competition hosted by VHS and Chill, 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-8873327, theparamountroom.com. Mid-Oklahoma Writers a meetup for local writers featuring guest speakers and literary discussions, 7-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Eastside Church of Christ, 916 S. Douglas Blvd., 405-732-0393. Tulsa American Film Festival a festival highlighting works by Latino American, Native American,

venues and galleries to view visual art exhibits, hear live music and more, 6 p.m. second Friday of every month. Downtown Norman, 122 E. Main St., Norman, 405-637-6225, downtownnorman.com. The Trailer-Hood Hootenanny join Rayna Over and friends for a night of comedy, music and drag performances, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. the second Friday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-6022030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Watonga Cheese Festival enjoy live entertainment, a quilt show, a carnival, cheese tastings and more at this annual event now in its 43rd year, Oct. 11-12, 505 S. Clarence Nash Blvd., Watonga. Pumpkinville more than 16,000 gourds transform the Children’s Garden into a New England-inspired pumpkin town with crafts, train rides and more festive fun, Oct. 11-27. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Evil Dead: The Musical a stage adaptation of the cult horror film with music and a designated splash zone, Oct. 11-Nov. 2. The Pollard Theatre, 120 W. Harrison Ave., Guthrie, 405-282-2800, thepollard.org. Tombstone Tales an evening of history and storytelling featuring reenactments of historical figures from Oklahoma’s history, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 11-12. Enid Cemetery, 212 W. Willow Road, Enid, 580-237-4819. Scandalous Tales Season 2 Premiere preview the first episode of the new season of the locally produced LGBTQ+ series at this red carpet event hosted by Gizele Monáe, 6 p.m. Oct. 19. Packard’s New American Kitchen, 201 NW 10th St., 405-6053771, packardsokc.com. Edmond Pride a family-friendly celebration with live performances, food trucks and an appearance by Rupaul’s Drag Race contestant Farrah Moan, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 20. Hafer Park, 1034 S. Bryant Ave., Edmond, 405-359-4630, edmondok.com.

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Fall Foliage Paddle paddle through the Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge on a dragon boat to see the autumn leaves changing color, 1-2:30 p.m. Oct. 12. Riversport Rapids, 800 Riversport Drive, 405-5524040, riversportokc.org.

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Fiestas de las Americas Now in its 14th year, this annual outdoor festival celebrating cultures throughout North and South America begins with a parade followed by live dance and musical performances, games, crafts, children’s activities and perhaps the best cultural ambassador of all — plenty of food and drinks. The festival is noon-10 p.m. Oct. 5 at Historic Capitol Hill, 319 SW 25th St. Admission is free. Call 405-632-0133 or visit historiccapitolhill.com. OCT. 5 Photo provided Oklahoma-based, and student filmmakers, Oct. 9-13. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa, 918-585-3504, circlecinema.com. McKnight Center Opening Gala a black-tie gal event with vocal selections from Broadway’s Kelli O’Hara and music by the New York Philharmonic conducted by Jaap van Zweden, 6 p.m. Oct. 11. McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, 400 S. Monroe St., Stillwater, 239-888-0189, mcknightcenter.org. Ladies Night of Comedy comics Madison Woodcock, Sondra Slade, Julie Drake and Shawna Blake perform at this fundraising event for the YWCA of Greater Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Oct. 11. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. LIVE! on the Plaza join the Plaza District every second Friday for an art walk featuring artists, live music, shopping and more, 6-10 p.m. second Friday of every month. Plaza District, 1618 N. Gatewood Ave., 405-426-7812, plazadistrict.org. Second Friday Art Walk tour shops studios,

JediOKC Masquerade Run a 5K and 1-mile fun run where Star Wars-themed costumes are encouraged, 5-9 p.m. Oct. 12. Wiley Post Park, 2021 S. Robinson Ave., 405-297-2756, okc.gov. Dance Into the Shadows a talent, dance and music showcase, 7 p.m. Oct. 12. Adelante Dance Studio, 201 N. Broadway St., 405-586-0201, adelantedancestudio.com. OKC Drag Queen Story Hour children and their families are invited to a story and craft time lead by Ms. Shantel and followed by a dance party, 4 p.m. second Saturday of every month. Sunnyside Diner, 916 NW Sixth St., 405.778.8861. Category Is a monthly variety show hosted by Tilly Screams and Robin Banks, 10 p.m.-midnight second Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. The Taste on 36th a monthly gathering of food

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The Recording Industry Association of America recently reported that vinyl records are on track to outsell compact discs for the first time since 1986, but local artist collective Factory Obscura is still finding inspiration in cassette tapes. Phase two of the collective’s interactive art installation Mix-Tape opens Saturday to annual pass holders and Sunday to the general public at 25 NW Ninth St., the space formerly occupied by The Flaming Lips’ The Womb. Following Factory Obscura’s Shift and Beyond installations, phase one of MixTape included a boom-box-inspired interactive shop window that allowed visitors to play short videos and initiate other surprises by pushing oversized versions of the buttons found on a tape player as well as The Flaming Lips’ musically enhanced light show King’s Mouth and a gift shop. Phase two expands the installation to about 6,000 square feet, nearly double the size of Beyond. Without giving away too much about the new installation, Factory Obscura co-founder and director of strategic creativity Tammy Greenman said phase two elaborates on themes from phase one. “I can tell you that it is the physical manifestation of what we as a collective would put onto our mix-tape,” Greenman said. “We conceptualized this as an audio autobiography to the city, state and world about who we are as Factory Obscura. We all talked about what songs we would put on a mix-tape and why, and then we took the emotions that those songs evoked and the kind of immersive feeling that those songs evoked, and we kind of broke that tape open, and it spilled out into the space. And that’s what you will experience when you come here. It won’t be a literal translation. You won’t hear literal songs … but it will take you through the emotional journey of a mix-tape. … As we were developing this concept, we developed six overarching emotions, which we will explore fully,

from the surface to the depths of those emotions … joy, angst, hope, wonder, love and melancholy. You’ll experience the full depth of those emotions as you come through the space.” Co-founder Kelsey Karper offered some advice for first-time visitors. “Just stay open,” Karper said. “That’s one of our hopes when people come to our experiences, that it allows them to sort of retreat from the everyday, typical experience of the world and to come in a place that is safe and designed for you to have that escape and to open up to new kinds of experiences. So even though you don’t really know what to expect, that is part of the experience in itself, just being open to whatever might happen.” Greenman added that even visitors to one of Factory Obscura’s previous installations would probably be surprised by what they might encounter in Mix-Tape. “We’ve added a lot of new layers, and we want to encourage people to try something new and be a little bit more adventurous with how you interact with the space,” Greenman said. “But, still, be gentle because it is art.” Factory Obscura’s installations combine elements of a museum and a fun house, but Karper said visitors typically figure out how to respectfully interact with the art. “We have found that our participants are pretty good about that,” Karper said. “Sometimes you have to remind little participants to be a little bit more gentle, but for the most part, people get it. They’re beautiful and stunning pieces that are creating the full experience, and so I think people get that you can’t really be super harsh with it. But we want people to touch stuff and interact with it and sit down and lay down and crawl and climb.” The new installation includes a work of collaborative art created with Santa Fe, New Mexico, art collective Meow Wolf.

Phase two of Factory Obscura’s interactive art installation Mix-Tape opens Sept. 21 to annual pass holders and Sept. 22 to the general public. | Photo Todd E. Clark /provided

“We’ve been working with them since we started in 2017,” Greenman said. “It started out as a pretty informal kind of friendship, where we would ask them questions and they would give us advice, but as we have gotten to know each other and spend more time together, our relationship has developed into more of a formal partnership, and so we were able to collaborate on an actual piece now that will be at Mix-Tape. Part of it is at Mix-Tape, and part of it is at the House of Eternal Return in Santa Fe.” Visitors to both installations, though separated by hundreds of miles, will have an opportunity to communicate with each other in real time. “We’ve been collaborating with them, and there was this sort of, like, powerful force that was created through the act of our collaboration, and it caused an opening in time and space to form,” Karper said. “Now there is this connection between Oklahoma City and Santa Fe as a result.” Greenman agreed the partnership between the two collectives is magical. Fostering creation through collaboration has been part of Factory Obscura’s mission from the beginning and will continue to be a guiding principle as the collective moves closer to its ultimate goal of opening a 40-60,000 square-foot space to house larger installations and an arts education program. “We do truly believe the future is collaborative, and we do believe that working together creates an even bigger and better experience,” Greenman said. “We believe that not only in art but in the world at large, and we’d like to encourage folks to seek ways to collaborate in their own life.” Beginning Sept. 25, Mix-Tape will be open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Individual annual passes are $70 with discounts for families of 5-7. Singleentry tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children. Visit factoryobscura.com/ mixtape.

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continued from page 21 trucks from throughout the state featuring live music, noon-6 p.m. second Saturday of every month. Ice Event Center & Grill, 1148 NE 36th St., 405-208-4240, iceeventcentergrill.eat24hour.com.

Ron White the standup and former Blue Collar Comedy Tour comic, aka Tater Salad, perform, 7-10 p.m. Nov. 1. Riverwind Casino, 1544 W. State Highway 9, Norman, 405-322-6000, riverwind.com.

Brunching with Books a book club meeting every other week, with reading selections chosen by group preference, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Buttermilk Paseo, 605 NW 28th St., 405-605-6660, buttermilkokc.com.

Paseo Arts District’s First Friday Gallery Walk peruse art from over 80 artists with 25 participating business for a night of special themed exhibits, refreshments and a variety of entertainment opportunities, 6-10 p.m. first Friday of every month. Paseo Arts District, 3022 Paseo St., 405-525-2688, thepaseo.org.

A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014, USA, Ana Lily Amirpour) a vampire stalks through Iran’s Bad City, 2 p.m. Oct. 13. Oklahoma City University, 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave, 405-208-5000.

Colors of Clay an exhibition of clay pots, bowls, pitchers and jars created by Native American artists, Aug. 30-May 10. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org.

Duke Ellington’s Sacred Concert Canterbury Voices and the Oklahoma City Jazz Orchestra perform a selection of the composer’s sacred music, 3 p.m. Oct. 13. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com.

Leviathan I: The Aesthetics of Capital an experimental exhibition created by artist Pete Froslie exploring climate change, moral and political philosophy through electro-mechanics and game engine-based digital projection, through Dec. 31. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma.

Second Sunday Poetry hear the works of a variety of local poets, 2 p.m. second Sunday of every month. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., Norman, 405307-9320, pasnorman.org.

Seeds of Being an exhibition examining the evolution of art created by Indigenous groups in North America, through Dec. 30. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-3272, ou.edu/fjjma.

Blue Sunday a monthly blues tribute show hosted by Powerhouse Blues Project,6-8 p.m. the second Sunday of every month. Friends Restaurant & Club, 3705 W. Memorial Road, 405-751-4057, friendsbarokc.com.

Seeing Now an exhibit of multimedia art works by Hank Willis Thomas, Ken Gonzales-Day, Travis Somerville, Paul Rucker, Graciela Sacco, Terence Hammonds and Michael Waugh, through Dec. 31. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405-982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com.

Art of Rap hosted by Jim Conway, this monthly rap battle pits local MCs against one another for a cash prize, 9 p.m. Mondays. Hubbly Bubbly Hookah & Café, 2900 N. Classen Blvd., Suite K, 405-609-2930. Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown a musical showdown between tribute bands Abbey Road and Satisfaction, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14. Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St., 405-708-6937, towertheatreokc.com. The Friend Zone: Speed-Friending make new friends five minutes at a time at this platonic meetup, 7 p.m. second Monday of every month. Oak & Ore, 1732 NW. 16th St., 405-606-2030, oakandore.com. Veggie Dinner a monthly vegetarian dinner with a wine pairing, 6:30 p.m. third Thursday of every month. Picasso Cafe, 3009 Paseo St., 405-602-2002, picassosonpaseo.com. Hello, Dolly! the story of widowed matchmaker Dolly Levi as she hunts for a bride for “half-amillionaire” Horace Vandergelder, Oct. 15-20. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. Dream Action Oklahoma Gala celebrate “10 years of resilience” at this fundraiser benefitting this organization dedicated to creating queer- and immigrant-led spaces and addressing obstacles faced by immigrant communities, 6-9 p.m. Oct. 17. Cantera Event Center, 1 SE 59th St., Suite E, 405-367-1082. A Night in the Life: The Swinging Sixties a 1960s-themed fundraising gala benefitting the Oklahoma Historical Society and hosted by Ronnie Kaye, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 18. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. The Princess Bride...Died?! an interactive mystery dinner theater experience parodying The Princess Bride, Oct. 18. Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, 1309 S. Agnew Ave., 405-236-0416, cattlemensrestaurant.com. Midtown Walkabout see live art demonstrations, shop local vendors and more at this neighborhood block party, 2-6 p.m. Oct. 19. Midtown OKC, NW Eighth St., 405-235-3500, midtownokc.com. Mike Epps: Funny as Ish a comedy show featuring Gary Owen, Bruce Bruce, Mark Curry and guest host Sommore, Oct. 19. Cox Convention Center, 1 Myriad Gardens, 405-602-8500, coxconventioncenter.com. Poetic City book signing poets Atavian Blakely, Brandon Current, Cordney McClain and more will autograph copies of Poetic City’s new collection, 3 p.m. Oct. 19. Credit Union House of Oklahoma, 631 E. Hill St., 405-445-1511, creditunionhouseok.com. Chris Fairbanks the TV host and standup comic will perform, 8-10 p.m. Oct. 19. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Staged a stage show hosted by Raven Delray, 10:30 p.m. third Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/ frankiesokc. Hot Chocolate 15K/5K compete in either a 15K or a 5K race benefitting Make-A-Wish, 7 a.m.-noon Oct. 20. Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S. Mickey Mantle Drive, 405-218-1000, okcballparkevents.com. Wiggle Out Loud dance and sing along to kidfriendly acts iat this event promoting health, wellness and community, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Oct. 20, free. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405445-7080, wiggleoutloud.com. Open Streets in South OKC take advantage of motor-vehicle-free streets to walk, bike, run or skate; leashed pets, strollers, walkers and wheelchairs wel-

Regarding the Discarded Unlike Carrie Dickason, you probably aren’t an artist-inresidence at Oklahoma City University (OCU), but like Dickason, you can help create a suspended sculptural tapestry from materials you’ve scavenged and collected for this community art installation. Typically, if you were to bring a bunch of junk you found to a college campus and start putting it together into a larger collection of debris, you would be, at minimum, asked to leave, but in this instance you’ll be helping create, to quote the artist, “a meditation on consumerism, desire and excess … a physical record of the material culture overloading an evercrowded, overly manufactured world.” The work will be created at two sessions 6 p.m. Oct. 3 and 6 at OCU’s Nona Jean Hulsey Art Gallery, 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave. Participation is free. To register, email hklunsford@okcu.edu. OCT. 3 AND 6 Photo provided

come, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 20. Historic Capitol Hill, 319 SW 25th St., 405-632-0133, historiccapitolhill.com.

Cox Convention Center, 1 Myriad Gardens, 405-6028500, coxconventioncenter.com.

To Kill a Mockingbird Atticus Finch attempts to defend Tom Robinson from a racist legal system in the Depression-era South in screenwriter Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic novel, presented by Oklahoma City University and Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, Oct. 23-27. The Burg Theatre, 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave.

The Wolves University of Oklahoma theater students perform Sarah DeLappe’s play set during warmup exercises for an adolescent girls’ indoor soccer team, Oct. 25-Nov. 3. Weitzenhoffer Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-7370, ou.edu/finearts.

Dane Cook the comic and actor performs on his Tell It Like It Is Tour, 8 p.m. Oct. 24. River Spirit Casino Resort, 8330 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa, 918299-8518, riverspirittulsa.com. Scary Tales hear ghost stories as you take a tour of the mansion after dark, 7 p.m. Oct. 24-26. Overholser Mansion, 405 NW 15th St., 405-525-5325, overholsermansion.org. brown, carmine, and blue an exhibition of visual, installation and performance art about blackness, queerness and femininity by artist Le’Andra LeSeur, Oct. 24-Nov. 21. Melton Gallery, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, 405-525-3603, uco.edu. Fuzzy Friday a monthly happy hour meet-andgreet hosted by the Bears of Central Oklahoma, 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Apothecary 39, 2125 NW 39th St., 405-605-4100. Reiki/ Energy Share learn about reiki healing and share good vibes at this community get-together, 6 p.m. Fridays. Beautifully Connected, 13524 Railway Dr., Suite J, 262-753-6852, beautifullyconnectedwellness.com. The Simon & Garfunkel Story a concert-style stage show based on the famous folk duo’s career, featuring live band performances of hits “Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and more, Oct. 25-26. Hudiburg Chevrolet Center, 6000 S. Trosper Place, 4052972264. Michael Pink’s Dracula a stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire story, Oct. 25-27. Hudiburg Chevrolet Center, 6000 S. Trosper Place, 405-297-2264. Paw Patrol Live: The Great Pirate Adventure rescue! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky and Zuma seek a hidden treasure in this stage show based on the popular children’s series, Oct. 25-27.

Demetri Martin the comic and actor performs on his Wandering Mind tour, 8 p.m. Oct. 26. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405-308-1803, criterionokc.com. Queen Mariah’s Variety Show a monthly stage show featuring various drag performers, 10:30 p.m. Saturdays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-6022030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Mineral and Gem Show view and shop for jewelry, gemstones, crystals, fossils, tools and more, Oct. 26-27. Oklahoma State Fair Park, 3220 Great Plains Walk, 405-948-6700, okstatefair.com. Shelly Phelps Blues Revue a monthly variety show featuring music, comedy, performance art, drag and more, 7-10 p.m. Sundays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/ frankiesokc. Paper Sack Project prepare sack lunches to pass out to people on the streets at this event hosted by Debate Night OKC, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Sunday of the month. NE OKC Community & Cultural Center, 3815 N. Kelley Ave., 405-401-3350. Board Game Brunch play board games while enjoying a variety of food and beverage options, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. last Sunday of the month. The R & J Lounge and Supper Club, 320 NW 10th St., 405-6025066, rjsupperclub.com. Last Sunday Poetry Reading a poetry reading followed by an open mic, 2 p.m. last Sunday of every month. Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405-842-2900, fullcirclebooks.com. The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari (1920, Germany, Robert Wiene) Austin’s The Invincible Czars provide a live soundtrack to this highly influential silent film which is a classic in horror and expressionist cinema,, Mon., Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa, 918-585-3504, circlecinema.com.

Welcome Home: Oklahomans and the War in Vietnam explores the impact of the war on Oklahoma families as well as the stories of Vietnamese families relocated to Oklahoma, Nov. 6. Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, 405-521-2491, okhistory.org. Figures & Landscapes: The Art of Carol Armstrong an exhibition of works by the Oklahoma Governor’s Art Award-winning painter, through Nov. 2. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., Norman, 405-3079320, pasnorman.org. Evil Dead: The Musical a stage adaptation of the cult horror film with music and a designated splash zone, Oct. 11-Nov. 2. The Pollard Theatre, 120 W. Harrison Ave., Guthrie, 405-282-2800, thepollard.org. brown, carmine, and blue an exhibition of visual, installation and performance art about blackness, queerness and femininity by artist Le’Andra LeSeur, Oct. 24-Nov. 21. Melton Gallery, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, 405-525-3603, uco.edu. The Wolves University of Oklahoma theater students perform Sarah DeLappe’s play set during warmup exercises for an adolescent girls’ indoor soccer team, Oct. 25-Nov. 3. Weitzenhoffer Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-7370, ou.edu/finearts. Oklahoma Artcade an exhibition of video-game inspired artworks, also featuring trivia, film screenings and more, Nov. 1-2. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Joel Forlenza: The Piano Man the pianist performs variety of songs made famous by Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and of course Billy Joel, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-701-4900, othellos.us. OKC Improv performers create original scenes in the moment based on suggestions from the audience, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Oklahoma City Improv, 1757 NW 16th St., 405-4569858, okcimprov.com. Don Quixote Open Mic a weekly comedy show followed by karaoke, 7:30-9 p.m. Fridays. Don Quixote Club, 3030 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-0011. Afro Beats a dance party with soca, hip-hop, Caribbean, dancehall and other genres of music provided by DJ Sinz, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays. Glass Lounge, 5929 N. May Ave., 405-835-8077, glasshouseokc.com. Rebels & Royals Drag King Show hosted by former Mister USofA Damian Matrix-Gritte, this monthly show features local drag kings and special guests 10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. first Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Botanical Balance an all-levels yoga class in a natural environment; bring your own mat and water, 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Open Badminton hit some birdies in some morning pick-up games of badminton with friends, 10 a.m.noon Saturdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov. Yoga with Art workout in an art-filled environment

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continued from page 23 followed by a mimosa, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. 21c Museum Hotel, 900 W. Main St., 405982-6900, 21cmuseumhotels.com.

Storytime Science the museum invites children age 6 and younger to hear a story and participate in a related scientific activity, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org.

Trivia Night at Matty McMillen’s answer questions for a chance to win prizes at this weekly trivia night, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Matty McMillen’s Irish Pub, 2201 NW 150th St., 405-607-8822, mattymcmillens.

Pooches on the Patio bring your best friend to this dog-friendly happy hour with drink specials, appetizers and free pet treats, 4-7 p.m. Saturdays. Café 501 Classen Curve, 5825 NW Grand Blvd., 405-844-1501, cafe501.com.

Drag Me to Bingo bingo night hosted by Teabaggin Betsy, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Partners, 2805 NW 36th St., 405-942-2199, partners4club.com. com.

Oklahoma Voices hear featured poets read from their works at this monthly event, 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month. IAO Gallery, 706 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-232-6060, iaogallery.org. Moore Chess Club play in tournaments and learn about the popular board game at this weekly event where all ages and skill levels are welcome, 1-4 p.m. Sundays. Moore Library, 225 S. Howard Ave., Moore. Renegade Poker compete in a 2-3 hour tournament with cash prizes, 3 p.m. Sundays. Bison Witches Bar & Deli, 211 E Main St., Norman, 405-3647555, bisonwitchesok.com. Board Game Day enjoy local craft beer while playing old-school board and arcade games with friends, 5-8 p.m. Sundays. FlashBack RetroPub, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-633-3604, flashbackretropub.com. Monday Night Group Ride meet up for a weekly 25-30 minute bicycle ride at about 18 miles per hour through east Oklahoma City, 6 p.m. Mondays. The Bike Lab OKC, 2200 W. Hefner Road, 405-603-7655. Twisted Coyote Brew Crew a weekly 3-mile group run for all ability levels with a beer tasting to follow; bring your own safety lights, 6 p.m. Mondays. Twisted Spike Brewing Co., 1 NW 10th St., 405-3013467, twistedspike.com. Monday Night Blues Jam Session bring your own instrument to this open-stage jam hosted by Wess McMichael, 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave., Norman, 405-7014900, othellos.us. OKC Comedy Open Mic Night get some stage

The Spongebob Musical When the underwater wonderland Bikini Bottom faces an existential crisis, its only hope rests on the shoulder-like protrusions of one unlikely hero of the porous, square-panted pineapple-dwelling, starfish- and squirrel befriending persuasion in this Tony-winning musical based on the ever-popular animated series. And if you guessed it’s David Hasselhoff, prepare to be disappointed. Are you ready, kids? The show runs Nov. 12-17 at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave. Tickets are $27.16-$92.33. Call 405-297-2264 or visit okcciviccenter.com. NOV. 12-17 Photo provided

time or just go to listen and laugh at this open mic hosted by Travis Phillips, 7 p.m. Mondays. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com.

Art Adventures children can enjoy story time and related activities, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-3253272, ou.edu/fjjma.

Jackbox.tv Game Night play interactive party games with host Alex Sanchez, 8-10 p.m. Sept. 9. Oak & Ore, 1732 NW. 16th St., 405-606-2030, oakandore.com.

Wheeler Criterium a weekly nighttime cycling event with criterium races, food trucks and family activities, 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Wheeler Park, 1120 S. Western Ave., 405-297-2211, wheelerdistrict.com.

Kendell’s Open Mic play up to four songs at this weekly music open mic, 8-11 p.m. Tuesdays. Kendell’s, 110 S. May Ave., kendellsbar.com.

Yoga Tuesdays an all-levels class; bring your own water and yoga mat, 5:45 p.m.-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405445-7080, myriadgardens.com.

Weekly Jams bring an instrument and play along with others at this open-invitation weekly jam session, 9:30 p.m.-midnight Tuesdays. Saints, 1715 NW 16th St., 405-602-6308, saintspubokc.com. Bianca Del Rio the standup comic RuPaul’s Drag Race champion will perform on her It’s Jester Joke tour, 8 p.m. Nov. 6. Hudiburg Chevrolet Center, 6000 S. Trosper Place, 4052972264. Paramount Open Mic show off your talents at this open mic hosted by musician Chris Morrison, 7 p.m. first Wednesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Coffee with Real Estate Investors network over coffee and discuss topics such as real estate investing, building a successful business and chasing the American dream, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Starbucks, 5800 W. Memorial Road, 405-722-6189, starbucks.com. VHS and Chill: Blockbusted Video riff along with comedians and film fans at this monthly movie screening where audience participation is encouraged, 7-9 p.m. first Wednesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-8873327, theparamountroom.com. Reading Wednesdays a weekly storytime with

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Seasonal spirits By Jacob Threadgill

Fall means it’s time to transition from cocktails that cool you down to ones that warm you up with heat and spices. Oklahoma Gazette spoke with some of the best bar programs in the city to see what they have in store for the season.

Barkeep Supply

1121 N. Walker Ave. barkeepsupplyokc.com 405-604-4741 Midtown’s Barkeep Supply is not only a one-stop shop to create high-end cocktails at home; it’s also a laboratory where owner Julia McLish and a talented staff of bartenders can show off cocktail recipes and brainstorm with customers to make the drink of their dreams. McLish shares her recipe for the plum sour. “It’s nice and light, with a velvety texture and a soft, fruity taste that makes it the perfect transition-to-fall cocktail,” McLish said. Plum Sour Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. dry gin (we use Broker’s) 1/2 oz. Licor 43 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice 3/4 oz. plum simple syrup 1 egg white 3 drops Bob’s vanilla bitters 3 drops Bittermens Krupnik Herbal Honey Bitters Directions Combine all the ingredients into a shaking tin. “Dry shake” without ice to incorporate the egg white. Add ice and shake the mixture again to chill. Strain the mixture into a cocktail glass and garnish the drink with drops of vanilla bitters. Plum syrup recipe: Heat 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water and four peeled plums, stir-

ring frequently. When the syrup begins to boil, muddle the fruit and strain it. Store it in the refrigerator.

Stitch

835 W. Sheridan Ave., Suite 100 stitchokc.com | 405-212-2346 With the opening of Stitch in West Village, Stitch has added a bar and cocktail program in addition to coffee. Owner Chad Grubbs shared the recipe for the Puffy Jacket cocktail, which he said is a seasonal riff on the classic Moscow Mule. “The Bluebird Alpine Liqueur and rosemary to bring in the fall spices while keeping the fresh zest of a traditional Mule with the ginger and lime,” Grubbs said. The Puffy Jacket 1.5 oz. Townshend’s Distillery’s Bluebird Alpine Liqueur 1 oz. lime juice .75 oz. Ginger Strong Tonic .5 oz. rosemary simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura Bitters 3 oz. Topo Chico

The Daley

500 Paseo Drive fridaokc.com | 405-683-7432 Since opening two months ago, not only has Frida Southwest delighted guests with upscale Southwestern food in a dynamic space, but its standalone speakeasy concept The Daley is delivering a chophouse menu with stellar cocktails. Bar manager Gabbi Lee said that The Daley debuts an ambitious concept menu for the fall and winter: Around the world in 14 drinks. “We are each taking the time and care to craft cocktails that represent some sort of dish or drink in a country,” Lee said. “It’s been an awesome experience, as each of the girls and myself have dif-

ferent travel experiences, backgrounds, and we have been reaching out to locals in the culinary scene for guidance. For example, our cocktail for Mexico is Mexican Street Tacos; we are washing chorizo in rum, using cilantro, lime, house-fermenting a tepache and creating these incredible garnishes that change the flavor profile of the drink as you consume them. It’s wildly ambitious, but I’m feeling so confident about it. We’ve been putting in a lot of long hours and research to execute this perfectly.” They will also be creating a Zero Proof menu, which is a way to showcase nonalcoholic specialty drinks that will be available for The Daley and Frida. With the use of Seedlip distillates as a base that have zero sugar, Lee said she was challenged to create a menu that is as well-crafted as its signature cocktails. The menu will include about seven drinks that include a zero-proof vermouth for alcohol-free martinis with a curry pickled squash for garnish for which a brine can be used to make a dirty version of the martini. There will also be a “no-groni” that with have the same bitter bite as a Negroni. It will have a pumpkin spice Mai Tai and a chai teabased fizz for more seasonal flavors. “This is about giving a sense of inclusivity in an industry that can promote vices,” Lee said. “For whatever reason someone is choosing to abstain, I want to allow them the same experience as their friends.”

Ponyboy

423 NW 23rd St. ponyboyokc.com | 405-602-5985 Ponyboy is now under the management of Tower Theatre after being founded by 84 Hospitality Group. It is continuing the things that made it a great pre- and postshow place to get a drink while increasing its offerings as a music venue. Ponyboy debuts its new seasonal menu Oct. 1, but it’s the best place in the city to enjoy an Irish coffee, which you can enjoy yearround. Made with nearby KLLR Coffee as a base, Paddy Irish Whiskey is combined with demerara syrup, an unrefined sugar, cream and a toasted marshmallow.

The Jones Assembly

901 W. Sheridan Ave. thejonesassembly.com 405-212-2378 In addition to being a concert venue and restaurant, The Jones Assembly has one of the city’s best cocktail programs. Nathan Cover is the reigning choice for best bartender in Oklahoma Gazette’s Best of OKC poll. The Jones debuts its fall drink menu at the end of September or early October, according to director of operations Scott Marsh. The menu will include one of the most popular cocktails from last year: The Collusion. The drink is coffee-infused Russian Standard vodka, Ramazzotti, Gosling’s Rum, Grind Espresso rum liqueur, housemade horchata and cardamom syrup black pepper.

hands-on activities, goody bags and reading-themed photo ops, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., 405-445-7080, myriadgardens.com. Stars and Stripes Spin Jam a weekly meetup for jugglers, hula hoopers and unicyclers, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Stars & Stripes Park, 3701 S. Lake Hefner Drive, 405-297-2756, okc.gov/parks. Co-ed Open Adult Volleyball enjoy a game of friendly yet competitive volleyball while making new friends, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Jackie Cooper Gymnasium, 1024 E. Main St., Yukon, 405-350-8920, cityofyukon.gov. Iron Horse Open Mic and Showcase perform music on stage at this show open to all experience levels, 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays. Iron Horse Bar & Grill, 9501 S. Shields Blvd., 405-735-1801. Open Mic at The P share your musical talent or just come to listen at this weekly open mic, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The Patriarch Craft Beer House & Lawn, 9 E. Edwards St., Edmond, 405-285-6670, thepatriarchedmond.com. VZD’s Open Mic Night a weekly music mic hosted by Joe Hopkins, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. VZD’s Restaurant & Bar, 4200 N. Western Ave., 405-6023006, vzds.com. Red Dirt Open Mic a weekly open mic hosted by Red Dirt Poetry, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Sauced on Paseo, 2912 Paseo St., 405-521-9800, saucedonpaseo.com. Divine Comedy a weekly local showcase hosted by CJ Lance and Josh Lathe and featuring a variety of comedians from OKC and beyond, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. 51st Street Speakeasy, 1114 NW 51st St., 405-463-0470, 51stspeakeasy.com. Lumpy’s Open Mic Night play a song of your own or just listen to the performers at this weekly show hosted by John Riley Willingham, 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Lumpy’s Sports Grill, 12325 N. May Ave., 405-286-3300, lumpyssportsgrill.com. Sanctuary Karaoke Service don a choir robe and sing your favorite song, 9 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays and Thursdays. Sanctuary Barsilica, 814 W. Sheridan Ave., facebook.com/sanctuarybarokc. Landscaping With Natives learn about planting native species in your yard and garden at this threepart series hosted by the Central Chapter of the Oklahoma Native Plant Society, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 5., Oct. 3 and Nov. 7. OSU-OKC Campus, 900 N. Portland Ave., 405-947-4421, osuokc.edu/home. Signing Time Sign Language Class children can learn American Sign Language at this class taught by Mrs. Stacy, 4-5 p.m. Sept. 12. We Rock the Spectrum, 64 E. 33rd St., 405-657-1108, werockthespectrumoklahomacity.com. Early Explorers toddlers and preschoolers can participate in fun scientific activities they can repeat later at home, 10-11 a.m. Thursdays. Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place, 405-602-6664, sciencemuseumok.org. Run the Alley a three-mile social run for athletes of all abilities ending with beers at The Yard, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. OK Runner, 708 N. Broadway Ave., 405702-9291, myokrunner.com. Rhyme in Reasons share your talent or just watch other artists perform at this weekly open mic, 7:30-10 p.m. Thursdays. Reasons Lounge, 1140 N. MacArthur Blvd, 405-774-9991. Small Works, Great Wonders an exhibition and art sale featuring small sculptures and paintings, as well as live music, hors d’oeuvres and a chance to have cocktails with more than 100 artists, 6 p.m. Nov. 8. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. Broadway Ball a fundraising event benefitting Lyric Theatre and featuring an awards presentation, dinner and a cabaret performance by Tony-nominated actress Emily Skinner, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8. Embassy Suites Hotel, 1815 S. Meridian Ave., 405-239-3901, embassysuites.hilton.com. The Skirvin Jazz Club a monthly live jazz show presented by OK Sessions, 8 p.m. Oct. 4., Nov. 8 and Dec. 6. Park Avenue Grill, 1 Park Ave., 405-702-8444, parkavegrill.com. LIVE! on the Plaza join the Plaza District every second Friday for an art walk featuring artists, live music, shopping and more, 6-10 p.m. second Friday of every month. Plaza District, 1618 N. Gatewood Ave., 405-426-7812, plazadistrict.org. Second Friday Art Walk tour shops studios, venues and galleries to view visual art exhibits, hear live music and more, 6 p.m. second Friday of every month. Downtown Norman, 122 E. Main St., Norman, 405-637-6225, downtownnorman.com. The Trailer-Hood Hootenanny join Rayna Over and friends for a night of comedy, music and drag performances, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. the second Friday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-6022030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Rodeo Hall of Fame Weekend an annual

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continued from page 27 celebration honoring inductees selected by the Rodeo Historical Society, Nov. 8-9. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., 405-478-2250, nationalcowboymuseum.org. A Doll’s House Part 2 Nora Helmer returns to the family she left behind in playwright Lucas Hnath’s sequel to Henrik Ibsen’s 1879 play, Nov. 8-24. CitySpace Theatre, Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-594-8300.

OKC Drag Queen Story Hour children and their families are invited to a story and craft time lead by Ms. Shantel and followed by a dance party, 4 p.m. second Saturday of every month. Sunnyside Diner, 916 NW Sixth St., 405-778-8861. Category Is a monthly variety show hosted by Tilly Screams and Robin Banks, 10 p.m.-midnight second Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Brunching with Books a book club meeting every other week, with reading selections chosen by group preference, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Buttermilk Paseo, 605 NW 28th St., 405-605-6660, buttermilkokc.com. Music-palooza Lucas Ross joins Oklahoma City Philharmonic for a concert of classic Americana songs, 2 p.m. Nov. 10. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. How Rednecks Saved Hollywood: An Evening with Joe Bob Briggs the critic and television personality presents a history of “rednecks” in cinema complete over 200 film clips, 7-10 p.m. Nov. 10. Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave., 405-235-3456. Second Sunday Poetry hear the works of a variety of local poets, 2 p.m. second Sunday of every month. The Depot, 200 S. Jones Ave., Norman, 405307-9320, pasnorman.org. Blue Sunday a monthly blues tribute show hosted by Powerhouse Blues Project,6-8 p.m. the second Sunday of every month. Friends Restaurant & Club, 3705 W. Memorial Road, 405-751-4057, friendsbarokc.com. Art of Rap hosted by Jim Conway, this monthly rap battle pits local MCs against one another for a cash prize, 9 p.m. Mondays. Hubbly Bubbly Hookah & Café, 2900 N. Classen Blvd., Suite K, 405-609-2930. The Friend Zone: Speed-Friending make new friends five minutes at a time at this platonic meetup, 7 p.m. second Monday of every month. Oak & Ore, 1732 NW. 16th St., 405-606-2030, oakandore.com. From Café to Concert Hall Brightmusic Chamber ensemble performs works by Clara Schumann, Paul Schoenfield and Antonín Dvořák, Nov. 12. St. Paul’s Cathedral, 127 NW Seventh St., 405-235-3436, stpaulscathedralokc.org. Film Row Trivia Night test your cinematic knowledge at this monthly competition hosted by VHS and Chill, 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-8873327, theparamountroom.com.

Postcard Perspectives an exhibition featuring thousands of postcards created by artists from across the U.S. and 37 other countries, 7-10 p.m. Nov. 15-Dec. 28. Artspace at Untitled, 1 NE Third St., 405-815-9995, 1ne3.org. Staged a stage show hosted by Raven Delray, 10:30 p.m. third Saturday of every month. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/ frankiesokc. Veggie Dinner a monthly vegetarian dinner with a wine pairing, 6:30 p.m. third Thursday of every month. Picasso Cafe, 3009 Paseo St., 405-602-2002, picassosonpaseo.com.

The Stories We Tell (2012, Canada, Sarah Polley) a documentary about a family of storytellers reveals the subjective nature of memory, 2 p.m. Nov. 13. Oklahoma City University, 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave, 405-208-5000.

Remembering the Holocaust Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank’s stepsister Eva Schloss will make a presentation recounting her experiences during World War II, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21. OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater, 7777 S. May Ave., 405-682-7579, tickets.occc.edu.

Triple’s Open Mic a music and comedy open mic hosted by Amanda Howle, 7:30 p.m. every other Wednesday. Triple’s, 8023 NW 23rd St., 405-789-3031. Anjelah Johnson the standup comic and actress performs on her Technically Not Stalking Tour, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405308-1803, criterionokc.com. Napoleon Dynamite (2004, USA, Jared Hess) the titular teenager tries to help his friend win the class presidency; stars Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez and Jon Gries will be in attendance, 8 p.m. Nov. 14. Brady Theater, 105 W. Mathew Brady St., Tulsa, 918-582-7239, bradytheater.com. Story Time with Britt’s Bookworms enjoy snacks, crafts and story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m. first and third Thursday of every month. Thrive Mama Collective, 1745 NW 16th St., 405-356-6262. OK Country Cafe Open Mic show off your singing talent, 6 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of every month. OK Country Cafe, 6072 S. Western Ave., 405-602-6866, okcountrycafe.com. Jim Gaffigan the comic and actor performs on his Secrets and Pies tour, 7-9 p.m. Nov. 15. Riverwind Casino, 1544 W. State Highway 9, Norman, 405-3226000, riverwind.com. The Princess Bride...Died?! an interactive mystery S E P T E M B E R 1 8 , 2 0 1 9 | O KG A Z E T T E . C O M

dinner theater experience parodying The Princess Bride, Nov. 15. Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, 1309 S. Agnew Ave., 405-236-0416, cattlemensrestaurant.com.

Mid-Oklahoma Writers a meetup for local writers featuring guest speakers and literary discussions, 7-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Eastside Church of Christ, 916 S. Douglas Blvd., 405-732-0393.

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker this touring production features hand-painted sets, colorful costumes and 10-foot-tall puppets, 7 p.m. Nov. 13. Rose State College, 6420 SE 15th St., 405-733-7673, rose.edu.

Italian Gems Conductor Alexander Mickelthwate (pictured) leads Oklahoma City Philharmonic and several notable guests through a program celebrating famous Italian composers from Niccolò Paganini (“Violin Concerto No. 2 in B minor, op. 7,” featuring guest violinist Benjamin Schmid) to Giuseppe Verdi (“Te Deum,” featuring members of Canterbury Voices and chorus members from Oklahoma City University) and Ennio Morricone (“Gabriel’s Oboe” from The Mission). The concert is 8 p.m. Nov. 2 at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave. Tickets are $19-$84. Call 405-297-2264 or visit okcciviccenter.com. NOV. 2 Photo Shevaun Williams / provided

Chad Daniels the comic performs on his New Hip Tour, 8-11 p.m. Nov. 22. The Paramount Room, 701 W. Sheridan Ave., 405-887-3327, theparamountroom.com. Reiki/Energy Share learn about reiki healing and share good vibes at this community get-together, 6 p.m. Fridays. Beautifully Connected, 13524 Railway Dr., Suite J, 262-753-6852, beautifullyconnectedwellness.com. The Nutcracker Oklahoma Festival Ballet presents Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s classic Christmas ballet, Nov. 22-Dec. 8. Elsie C. Brackett Theatre, 563 Elm Ave., Norman, 405-325-4101, theatre.ou.edu. A Powerful Utterance the Oklahoma City Philharmonic with guest conductor Gerard Schwarz and cellist Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt perform works by Hector Berlioz, Dmitri Shostakovich and Maurice Ravel, 8 p.m. Nov. 23. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. Chelsea Handler the standup comic and TV host performs on her Life Will Be the Death of Me tour, 8 p.m.-midnight Nov. 23. The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Ave., 405-308-1803, criterionokc.com. Queen Mariah’s Variety Show a monthly stage show featuring various drag performers, 10:30 p.m. Saturdays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-6022030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Colin and Brad: Scared Scriptless Whose Line is it Anyway? stars Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood perform a live improv show, 7 p.m. Nov. 24. Cox

Business Center/Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, 918-894-4506, coxcentertulsa.com. Shelly Phelps Blues Revue a monthly variety show featuring music, comedy, performance art, drag and more, 7-10 p.m. Sundays. Frankie’s, 2807 NW 36th St., 405-602-2030, facebook.com/frankiesokc. Paper Sack Project prepare sack lunches to pass out to people on the streets at this event hosted by Debate Night OKC, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Sunday of the month. NE OKC Community & Cultural Center, 3815 N. Kelley Ave., 405-401-3350. Board Game Brunch play board games while enjoying a variety of food and beverage options, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. last Sunday of the month. The R&J Lounge and Supper Club, 320 NW 10th St., 405-6025066, rjsupperclub.com. Last Sunday Poetry Reading a poetry reading followed by an open mic, 2 p.m. last Sunday of every month. Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, 405-842-2900, fullcirclebooks.com. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas the musical artists celebrates its 35th anniversary on this holiday tour, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26. Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave., 405-297-2264, okcciviccenter.com. Fuzzy Friday a monthly happy hour meet-andgreet hosted by the Bears of Central Oklahoma, 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Apothecary 39, 2125 NW 39th St., 405-605-4100.

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Okie fringe OKC’s latest fringe festival features a variety of theater and film experiences. By Jeremy Martin

Promising a “fresh out of the ground, unrefined” experience, the inaugural Theatre Crude Fringe Festival offers 10 experimental stage shows Sept. 25-Oct. 6 at Capitol View Event Center, 5201 N. Lincoln Blvd., and The Venue at Plenty Mercantile, 807 N. Broadway Ave. Some shows are locally produced, others are from out of state and some have never been seen before. Everything is one hour long or less. Sweater Curse: A Yarn About Love is a one-woman show starring Dallas performer and playwright Elaine Liner in which audience members are encouraged to help knit a scarf. The Ultra Conservative Theatre Summit is a satirical theater-festivalwithin-a festival presented by OKC theater troupe Next Stage. Those are two of the more traditional shows. Festival founders and curators Jenny and Adam Brand moved to OKC three years ago after working with similar festivals in Minnesota, California and New Mexico. Oklahoma Gazette: What made you want to start a fringe festival in Oklahoma City? Jenny Brand: Fringe festival is this international idea, and we wanted to bring it to Oklahoma because it’s such a good incubator for the arts scene and it’s so fascinating to bring all this great variety of performance to the state. … We really feel like Oklahoma City is developing a new identity and developing a new culture, and we felt like this could be our contribution towards that new identity Adam Brand: It’s also a great way for people who don’t have a lot of resources to produce their material, so if you’ve ever had an idea for a script, something you wanted to try, it’s a nice, affordable, easy way to get it out in front of people Jenny Brand: For the audience, it’s great too because it’s all 15 bucks or less to come see this sort of art and this sort of performance. Adam Brand: It’s only an hour of your time, and if it’s terrible, so what? You’ve Water Won’t Wait is an original production by OKC’s Perpetual Motion Dance. | Photo provided

got a story. It may be the most amazingly unexpected thing you’ve ever seen. You never know. Jenny Brand: Really what you’re buying is adventure. Going out and having an adventure for the night and being able to see multiple different things in a single evening is also really great. You don’t have to commit to a whole evening of one show. You can see one show for an hour and then go have a drink in the bar and come back and see another show. OKG: How did you find shows for the festival? Jenny Brand: A lot of fringes are first come, first served, but because fringe is a new concept here in Oklahoma, we wanted to ensure the variety that we know can come from this art form, so this is a curated festival. We didn’t want all local, and we didn’t want all out-ofstate, but besides that, it was about ensuring variety so that we can have things that are family-friendly and we can have things that are really not family-friendly and we can have things that are accessible and things that are really weird and everything in between. That was our only real criteria. OKG: What show would you say is the least family-friendly? Adam Brand: It might end up being 3/4 Empty. It’s one of the shows that we know the least about because it is a purely devised work, where they gave us this concept that they are artists in the future, in a society where art is illegal, so they are attempting to create art in a dystopian future. That was the concept that they sold us on, but how that has changed and developed, we don’t know if it’s gotten darker or not, so it might be one of these where it’s just incredibly depressing or it might have an uplifting ending. We don’t know, which is great. But yeah, I think they probably stand to be the least suitable for children. OKG: What show would be most suitable for children? Adam Brand: If your kids like to play, Being for the Other is

probably the best way to go. One of their selling points to us on that one was, “We want to invite people to jump-rope with us,” so they’re going to get the audience up out of their chairs, bring them onto the stage, and they’re going to start swinging a rope and they’re going to see if they can get 12 people to jump-rope in a line over the same rope. Jenny Brand: It’s an immersive piece that’s about learning. The process of the play is the starting point. It partially has a plot but also partially is devised along the way and improv-ed as it goes along, so it’s really informed by the audience that comes in for that particular performance so every one will be slightly different. The nice part about bringing your kids to that one is kids are such a great tool to teach adults how to play again. The three performers in the show are all highly trained workshop facilitators, so they’re used to going in and creating around the energies that are brought into the room. OKG: For someone who hasn’t been to a fringe festival before, how would you advise approaching the lineup? Adam Brand: I know my approach for fringe is usually to read the show descriptions and find something that’s about a subject that I like, but then I intend to stay for whatever the next show is. So show up knowing you’re going to see something that you’re interested in, but buy an extra ticket for the next show and just stay. You might like it; you might hate it, but at least you have now branched out and seen something. Jenny Brand: The other part about a fringe festival is that there really is this festival feel. Because it’s an hour worth of show and then a half-hour break hour, then an hour worth of show and a halfhour break, if you really want to fringe, then you should hang out for that half hour in between. … It’s really more about the adventure and the gathering together with people who are just up for whatever, just want to have fun, just want to play. This is our way of playing — “Hey let’s go see some really de-

Theatre Crude Fringe Festival founders and curators Jenny and Adam Brand moved to OKC three years ago after working with similar festivals in Minnesota, California and New Mexico. | Photo Alexa Ace

The Gravel Road Show Presents Oklahoma, USA! is a cabaret set in the Old West. | Photo provided

pressing theater and then go to the bar for a half hour, have a drink about it and then come back into the same space and see an interactive piece about how we’re all just learning how to play together, and then go to the bar and have a drink afterwards and then come back in and see a piece that’s just a lovely story about trying to knit a sweater for the one that you love and the curse that places upon that relationship, and oh, no, but it’s going to turn around at the end. And then go home.” Tickets range from $15 for individual shows to the $110 Black Gold Pass for unlimited shows. Visit theatrecrude.org.

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Rising comic Nick Offerman embraces his status as a true comedian on his All Rise tour. By Jeremy Martin

After two national tours, a Netflix special and seven seasons on one of the 21st century’s best-loved sitcoms, Nick Offerman is ready to consider himself a comedian. “I’m not one to toot my own horn, and especially in the realm of comedy, which I’m relatively new to,” Offerman said. “I’m a trained theater actor, and only a few years into Parks and Recreation did I begin touring as what I then called a humorist. And that was mainly out of insecurity. Colleges began inviting me to come perform my standup, and I said, ‘Oh, I’m not a standup, you guys, I’m a theater actor, but I want to come talk to 2,000 college kids, so let me take a swing at this.’ I could tell that I would make people laugh. It went very well, and my two previous tours have been successful, wildly beyond my dreams, but I definitely had some insecurity. I didn’t want people to call me a comedian because I was like, ‘I’m not that funny.’ This time, I finally decided to own it and say, ‘You know what? I’m going to try and make the leap from humorist to comedian.’ And so with that in mind, I still don’t know what other comedians say about their shows, but I trust my audience to know that we’re going to have a blast.” Offerman, known for memorable roles in the TV series Fargo and Parks and Recreation, performs 7 p.m. Sept. 29 at The Criterion, 500 E. Sheridan Drive. Promotional materials for his latest tour, All Rise, call it a “public gathering” and promise it will compel you to chuckle

whilst enjoining you to brandish a better side of humanity than the one to which we have grown accustomed.” “My favorite parts of the show are these hilarious songs that I wrote and perform on a guitar,” Offerman said. “They have proven to be top-notch laughter-delivery systems. I sort of get people busting their guts laughing with my songs and my speechifying, and then I give them a little rest with some light dance moves as sort of a palate cleanser before we dive back into the underbelly of humanity.” With All Rise, Offerman hopes to explore modern sociopolitical issues without “devolving to soapbox preaching.” “Our society is full of rancor,” Offerman said. “Everybody is screaming at somebody about something, and what occurred to me is the easiest thing to do would be to go on stage and pluck the low-hanging fruit. Really, on any given day, I could just take the newspaper onstage and say, ‘Here’s what the criminals in the White House did this time,’ but I don’t think that that’s helping anything. I think that’s just reinforcing the rancor.” Offerman would rather find humor in the common human traits that lead us to this moment in history and hope we can do better in the future. “What I’m trying to do instead is make fun of all of us because if you think about it, if you take a small step back, we’ve all chosen this,” Offerman With All Rise, Offerman hopes to explore modern sociopolitical issues without “devolving to soapbox preaching.” | Photo Matt Winkelmeyer / provided

Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation, Fargo) brings his All Rise tour to OKC 7 p.m. Sept. 29 at The Criterion. | Photo Matt Winkelmeyer / provided

said. “We’re all doing this to ourselves. We’re ostensibly in a democracy, and we all are OK enough with the state of things that we’re not in the streets. We’re not, like, waving torches on the Mall at the Washington Monument. We’re all going to work and saying, ‘I really wish our politicians weren’t so racist. Anyway, what are we having for lunch today?’ So it’s making fun of the aspects of humanity that have brought us to this place and, hopefully, sort of subliminally encouraging us to where we can improve ourselves to not be as funny going forward.” Offerman said his approach has proven popular on previous tours American Ham and Full Bush — with most of the audience, at least. “Ninety-six percent of people laughed their asses off and had a blast,” Offerman said. “Four percent of the people got up and walked out because I suggested, perhaps, it’s hard to for me to buy you as pro-life when you’re also so pro-deathpenalty — something that offended their tender sensibilities.”

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While his actual beliefs might seem at odds at times with libertarian Übermensch Ron Swanson, his popular Parks and Recreation character, Offerman said there’s more depth to Swanson than many people realize initially. “Ron Swanson is kind of a Trojan horse for open-mindedness and feminism and empathy,” Offerman said. “Here’s this masculine guy who, traditionally, he’s supposed to be a misogynist, and he’s supposed to be bottled up and unfeeling and taciturn, but by using the crowbar of Leslie Knope to sort of pry him open for the audience, we’re like, ‘Oh, you can be a lumberjack who chops his own firewood and also love people and care about everybody and be empathetic.’”

Swanson’s love of woodworking, scotch and having sex with Megan Mullally — Offerman’s real-life wife who collaborated with him on Summer of 69: No Apostrophe, a book and stage show about their love life, and also portrays Swanson’s ex Tammy on Parks and Recreation — are based on Offerman’s actual personality and interests. Though he never tries to be Swanson onstage, the similarities are still obvious. “I think Ron Swanson became the way he was partly because of the way I am. I sort of purposefully don’t include any Parks and Rec or Ron Swanson-isms in my touring because I feel like that would be cheap and insincere, but it’s funny,” Offerman said. “People often say things to me like, ‘You often sound a lot like Ron Swanson.’ And I say, ‘Well, it’s the same instrument.’ I’m performing language for you, and I’m also, I daresay, a simple person. I’m a man of few words. I don’t suffer fools gladly. I’m plainspoken, and so, naturally, there will be bleeding of those perceptions. But I think the main difference is that the Parks and Recreation writers are much more brilliant and talented than I am.” The character’s popularity has given Offerman the freedom to create stage shows that better suit his actual personality than traditional standup comedy might. “Parks and Recreation definitely opened the door to allow me to be perceived as someone who can entertain you maybe in a Garrison Keillor sort of fashion, talking about your choice of work boots or what have you,” Offerman said. He is happy about the response his new tour is getting and excited to bring it to Oklahoma City. “I love Oklahoma,” Offerman said. “It’s become my second hometown. My wife grew up in Nichols Hills, so for 20 years now, I’ve been watching Oklahoma grow and sort of blossom. I fell in love with it immediately. There was sort of a dusty charm, and you can sense the former heyday of the oil industry in town and perhaps the cattle industry before that, but since I’ve been there, seeing the restaurants and theaters and bookstores and culture develop, I really am crazy about it. As a farm boy from central Illinois, I never dreamed that I would feel a sense of coming home to perform a show in Oklahoma, and that, in fact, is exactly how I feel, so I’m very grateful that a weirdo like me can draw a crowd there. And I’m looking forward to making everybody laugh and then maybe getting a frankfurter from Johnnie’s.” Tickets are $45-$65. Visit criterionokc.com.

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MUSIC Calexico and Iron & Wine play 8 p.m. Sept. 30 at Tower Theatre. | Photo Piper Ferguson / provided

sound is harder to determine, the new band arrangement makes an obvious difference in the touring experience. “Last time, we both brought our entire bands,” Beam said. “They would do a set and we would do a set and then we all would do a set, everybody onstage at one time, like 12 or 13 people on the stage at one time. It was a little bit ridiculous. It was fun, but that’s not what we’re doing this time.” Beam recorded Iron & Wine’s 2002 debut The Creek Drank the Cradle by himself in his bedroom on a borrowed four-track, which gave him as much time as he wanted to work on the songs. Years to Burn was recorded over four days in Nashville’s Sound Emporium Studios. Beam said he isn’t sure which method is better, but in recent years, he has been moving away from perfectionism.

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Perfect partnership Iron & Wine and Calexico team up to release a second joint album and tour. By Jeremy Martin

The musicians playing on it never broke up or really even formed a band, exactly, but Years to Burn is basically a reunion album. The follow-up to 2005’s In the Reins, Years to Burn, released in June, is the second collaborative album released by Iron & Wine and Calexico. “We just spent a lot of time together, and we kind of became a band through touring that first record,” said Iron & Wine frontman Sam Beam. “Then we kind of picked up where we left off, but also it had been a long time, so it’s kind of like re-meeting old friends, where it seems familiar but we had all been through a lot of different things and are bringing that experience to the session. So there was a bit of a learning curve, but it didn’t take very long. It wasn’t a hard process. It was just a little different than maybe we thought it might have been.” Calexico and Iron & Wine play 8 p.m. Sept. 30 at Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St. While the lineup for In the Reins and its supporting tour had Sam Beam es34

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sentially fronting Calexico, the new album combines players from both bands: pianist Rob Burger and bassist Sebastian Steinberg joined Beam to form the Iron & Wine contingency; guitarist Joey Burns, drummer John Convertino and trumpeter Jacob Valenzuela represent Calexico; steel guitarist Paul Niehaus has played with both bands. “This time, I wanted to blend the bands a bit more than just them backing up my voice, and so I brought some of my people,” Beam said. “They were cool with it. Everyone in the room had kind of known each other and played with each other in different capacities, but never in this ensemble, so it’s always fun when that happens. It definitely changed the dynamic, just because they’re each individual and unique players. I mean, it’s hard to quantify exactly how it changes, but it definitely is what it is because of the people in the room.” While the exact effect on the album’s

“I would spend forever doing things — retry and rework things, develop things, scratch things and do over — I mean, it’s just months and months,” Beam said. “And I think those records are maybe better for the effort, but maybe not. I don’t know. It’s hard to say, but I definitely got tired of the song before I was finished. And so now I, the last couple years, adopted this practice of just making time an obstacle, where you’re doing it so quickly. “I will bend the rules because, if I don’t like something, I’ll definitely go back and change something and give myself more time later, but the idea is to have a discipline where what you do on that day is the best that you could do on that day and you think of the recording as the best you could do that day, not the best that you could ever do, possibly, in your entire life. That way kind of stops all the hemming and hawing about the right arrangements because there’s no right or wrong answers. It’s not math. It’s a subjective feeling you have on the day. I prefer to just do it and move on, but that also means stacking your deck with a lot of talented people in the room who can make those kinds of decisions quickly.” Live, that recording method allows the band more freedom to improvise. “You don’t get quite so attached to arrangements,” Beam said. “It’s also a matter of leaving the arrangements open enough to where when you take it to the stage you have room to move around.” Burns wrote single “Midnight Sun” the day before recording began and the instrumental jam “Outside El Paso” and three-part “Bitter Suite” came togeth-

Years to Burn, the follow-up to 2005’s In the Reins, was released in June. | Photo Piper Ferguson / provided

er in the studio as full-band efforts, but Beam wrote most of the album’s tracks with the intention of including them on a collaboration with Calexico. “Some of them had been hanging around for a while where I kind of put them aside, thinking they might work for this project, and then some of them are newer. It was about half and half,” Beam said. “Last time we were playing together, we developed as a band into this sort of folk-rock thing. If I had a melody that kind of worked with that thing, I would set them aside for a future Calexico project and then finished them whenever that came about. And then other ones were included because of the lyrics. I feel like the whole spirit of the project is about collaboration and about friends and making music for people to enjoy. There’s a couple of songs that talk about those kinds of things, finding my friends and feeling OK to be vulnerable around people that I love.” Though the follow-up to In the Reins comes 14 years later, Beam said the idea for a second collaboration was a topic of discussion between the two bands for years. “Every time we’d see each other, it was like, ‘OK. When are we going to do it? Call me,’” Beam said. “We’d just get busy.” Sharing the stage at New York City’s Beacon Theatre in 2013 finally convinced the musicians to start making a definite plan. “We ended up playing some of our old songs together and some other stuff, and it felt really great,” Beam said. “I think that wasn’t the moment where we said, ‘Let’s put it on the calendar,’ but it was more of a focusing like, ‘This is really fun. Why are we not doing this?’ Then it was a matter of putting it on the calendar and pushing other things away because the calendar always gets filled.” Tickets are $34-$44. Singer-songwriter Natalie Prass shares the bill. Visit towertheatreokc.com.

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Called Moaning “anthemic and emotive.” In Welsh, that’s “anthemig ac emosiynol,” at least according to Google. The band itself — set to release a 10th-anniversary doublealbum reissue of its debut including an acoustic Welsh-language version Oct. 25 — might know of a better translation. Whether you understand the language or not, the strippeddown versions of The Joy Formidable’s stately bedroom pop should translate well to fans of Sigur Rós and Super Furry Animals’ Mwng. Similarly internationally minded DeVotchKa share the bill for an evening that should be “anthemig ac emosiynol” across the board. The all-ages show begins 9 p.m. Tuesday at Opolis, 113 N. Crawford Ave., in Norman. Tickets are $20-$53. Call 405-230-0311 or visit opolis.org. TUESDAY Photo Timothy Hiatt / provided

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Accessible cannabis Dr. Randy Whitekiller is offering to waive his doctor recommendation fee for disabled veterans at the same time a discounted license fee goes into effect. By Matt Dinger

A slew of new emergency rules for Oklahoma’s medical cannabis program went into effect last week, among them a reduced state fee for disabled veterans. As of Sept. 14, veterans with 100 percent disability status from U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs will be able to receive a patient license for a discounted fee of $20. The standard fee for the cannabis patient license remains at $100. However, in order to get that license, veterans must have a doctor’s recommendation. Most of those appointments still cost upward of $100 themselves. But Dr. Randy Whitekiller announced via Facebook late last month that he will waive his fee for those veterans. A veteran himself, Whitekiller spent four years serving in the U.S. Navy from 1975 to 1979. He operates Natural Choice Urgent Care, 5959 N. May Ave., Suite 500, which relocated to its current location this summer and now exclusively caters to those seeking medical cannabis recommendations. “I was only allowed to do that starting in May with the passage of Senate Bill 162. When [State Question] 788 passed, I believed I was going to be able to do because it passed with the language ‘Oklahoma board-certified physician,’” Whitekiller said. “As [for] their definition of ‘boardcertified,’ what that meant was nationally specialty board certified, excluding 25 percent of the state’s physicians from being able to sign these, most of which are country doctors, family doctors in underserved areas who serve disabled, elderly, veterans and poor to a disproportionate ratio, and those were the doctors, most of which never wanted to be national specialty board certified. I was. I let it expire because all it ever meant was more money for fees every year and not a different job. No jobs were ever dependent on it. All hospital affiliations and staff appointments are always incumbent upon being certified or eligible.” SB162 broadened the number of physicians who could recommend medical cannabis to patients. It now reads, “All applications for a medical marijuana license shall be signed by an Oklahoma physician licensed by and in good standing with the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.” With that hurdle out of the way, Whitekiller is making up for lost time by hitting the ground running. His standard fee is $70. With patient numbers applications about to exceed 38

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200,000 in the state, which is a greater number than the populations of any Oklahoma city besides Tulsa and Oklahoma City, the cost of a medical cannabis card is now the number one barrier between a resident and access to medical cannabis. Veterans to date have only made up about 4 percent of the total patient recommendations Whitekiller had signed, though those are not the only patients he is willing to see for free or discounted recommendations.

There’s not a doctor in the state that’s more pro-cannabis than me. Randy Whitekiller “Patients with active cancer and have proof of that they can provide to me, they’re free. Children with seizures; all cancers, of course; autism; autistic spectrum disorders; and all kinds of birth injuries and genetic disorders are free at my office if they have an appointment,” Whitekiller said. “That’s the way it always should have been with all doctors since last August. Most doctors are twice as much as what we charge to begin with, and I didn’t decide to start doing veterans for free because that’ll bring patients to us. I did it because maybe 3 or 4 percent of our patients are veterans. How’s that going to fucking hurt us? The same with those kids. If we see one or two kids that fit in the categories I’m talking about a day, it’s amazing. So how can that possibly hurt us? First responders, all firefighters, paramedics, EMT and police officers, $20, including retired. I didn’t mention it, but basically, when I meet someone, they’re clearly a Sonic carhop, I charge them 20 bucks. I’m not there to make a million dollars.”

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Whitekiller first began consuming cannabis 47 years ago, before he ever became a doctor, and he thinks that endocannabinoid deficiencies are one of the reasons for the poor health of many Americans. “I actually see that cannabinoid deficiency is responsible for an incredible amount of horror in our health system, as far as I’m concerned,” he said. “The way the kids with autism turn around when they have cannabinoids tells me Nearly 200,000 Oklahomans have applied for medical cannabis licenses. | Photo Bigstock.com

that’s absolutely a cannabinoid deficiency, and I believe that there are cannabinoid deficiencies that are definitely responsible for the development of a lot of cancers. It’s going to be indisputable before long that cannabinoid deficiencies are responsible for many, many things, even including the masses’ bad attitude. You know as well as I do, those people that don’t believe that pot would ever be something they would do, that they probably would benefit from it. It’s going to be shown. It’s going to come out.” Additionally, there are cannabis consumers who need licenses to be protected by law as well as those who would benefit from the plant but do not want to step outside the boundaries of legality. Whitekiller believes that to be true to the point that he is willing to surrender his own patient license if the state decides to try to put a barrier between accessing cannabis legally for his personal use and helping patients access it themselves. “There’s not a doctor in the state that’s more pro-cannabis than me. I’ve self-medicated for 47 years, and they can have my fucking card if they say I can’t have it and sign these, and everybody that knows me knows that that’s

Dr. Randy Whitekiller operates Natural Choice Urgent Care, which specializes in medical cannabis recommendations. | Photo Alexa Ace

very true,” he said. He believes that access to medical cannabis in the state will open the door to a new era in Oklahoma and the United States. “There’s only a few things really, truly wrong with this country, and the fact that we ever allowed a private prison cell to open at all and the fact that we ever allowed profiting from health care is really all that’s truly wrong with our country,” he said. “As 507,000 voters, I think, proved, now is the time we need to step up with the right voices and leadership and demand that the things that are most wrong with this country are fixed. I think it’s unfortunate that people that have made so much off of health care, they’re going to suffer, but it’s too bad. That health care system needs to be ours. Everybody must look at the fact that 22 percent of the patients are children, almost 10 percent are veterans, then stop for a second and realize the rest of those patients are us and we can demand it.”

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Owner Marilyn Murphy came up with the company’s name and designed the tropical decor of the dispensary. “She’s a very big beach fan, so anything to relieve the haze of the day-today. We like it. We’re comfortable here, and it’s a place we like hanging out,” Witten said. “Me and my husband love to go to the Caribbean and my whole backyard, swimming pool, all around that is done with toucans,” Murphy said. “We call it Parrot-dise.” She was not high when she thought up the brand name. “I’m a registered nurse, so I don’t get to do that,” Murphy said. “She’s actually the most level-headed person in the ownership group,” Witten said.

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David Walker almost made the same mistake. His store was originally slated to be called Buddies 420 OKC. “I was going to trademark the slogan, ‘Come in and meet your new best buds,’” Walker said. After receiving a complaint from another dispensary with a similar name, Walker consulted with his business mentor. “‘You’ve got to come up with something for your Australian background. Be smart.’ He goes, ‘I don’t know. You’ve got the Great Barrier Reef; you can think of something,’” Walker said. And thus Great Barrier Reefer Medical Dispensary, 3820 N. Rockwell Ave., Suite C, was born. “I couldn’t imagine ever being a different name. It goes with my background, with everything. If you look in the store, my brother — this is the home state where I’m from, Queensland — my brother took all these pictures in here,” Walker said. “There’s so many places here. In a saturated market, you’ve got to do something to differentiate yourself, and most people know what the Great Barrier Reef is. So adding a marijuana theme to it, and then I can do a fun coral theme in the store, I thought it was a smart way to differentiate and bring out my culture and my love for the beach and everything I grew up with and try to bring a fun Australian vibe to Oklahoma.” Born in Brisbane but having dual citizenship, Walker moved to California for three years before being offered a full baseball scholarship at the University of Central Oklahoma. He met his wife,

believe it or not, working at Outback Steakhouse before moving into a sales position and opening his own business. Walker incorporates Australian slang into the specials, menu and marketing. His accent when greeting new patients is unmistakable. “People always like to say, when they come to the store and I kind of explain that my brother took these pictures, that’s the beach I grew up with, they go, ‘What the hell are you still doing here?’ I go, ‘Well, I’ve met a perfect girl. It’s cheap to live in Oklahoma, which is awesome because you can live a great life.’ I go, ‘And I can save money to travel and I never take a place like that for granted,’” Walker said. Humorously enough, even though it was in his home state, he has never visited the dispensary’s namesake. “It’s like things in Oklahoma. You just get used to it. You get used to where you’re from,” he said. “It’s like me, growing up in Australia, saying ‘Hey, I’m going to go to the Great Barrier Reef one day.’ I live here. I’ve never been to the Great Barrier Reef. I want to. I’ve got to bring the Great Barrier Reefer hat and clothes out there and just get a picture at the reef.” Exposed to cannabis as a young teenager but abstaining for sports and personal reasons, Walker has returned to the herb that has brought him relief from a degenerating disc in his back after his days on the diamond. “I love the recreational side. I’m gonna lie if I say I used to start with medicinally or anything, but it does help my back a lot,” Walker said. “I’ve had three loves in life: baseball, family and marijuana. Marijuana has never done me wrong. It’s never said ‘no’ to me. It’s never said, ‘I can’t do this.’ It’s always loved me.” Visit gbreefer.com.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY Homework: Say these words in front of a mirror: “It’s bad luck to be superstitious.” FreeWillAstrology.com ARIES (March 21-April 19)

We’re in the equinoctial season. During this pregnant pause, the sun seems to hover directly over the equator; the lengths of night and day are equal. For all of us, but especially for you, it’s a favorable phase to conjure and cultivate more sweet symmetry, calming balance, and healing harmony. In that spirit, I encourage you to temporarily suspend any rough, tough approaches you might have in regard to those themes. Resist the temptation to slam two opposites together simply to see what happens. Avoid engaging in the pseudo-fun of purging by day and bingeing by night. And don’t you dare get swept up in hating what you love or loving what you hate.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

“I tell you what freedom is to me: no fear.” So said singer and activist Nina Simone. But it’s doubtful there ever came a time when she reached the perfect embodiment of that idyllic state. How can any of us empty out our anxiety so completely as to be utterly emancipated? It’s not possible. That’s the bad news, Taurus. The good news is that in the coming weeks you will have the potential to be as unafraid as you have ever been. For best results, try to ensure that love is your primary motivation in everything you do and say and think.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Some things don’t change much. The beautiful marine animal species known as the pearly nautilus, which lives in the South Pacific, is mostly the same as it was 150 million years ago. Then there’s Fuggerei, a walled enclave within the German city of Augsburg. The rent is cheap, about one U.S. dollar per year, and that fee hasn’t increased in almost 500 years. While I am in awe of these bastions of stability, and wish we had more such symbolic anchors, I advise you to head in a different direction. During the coming weeks, you’ll be wise to be a maestro of mutability, a connoisseur of transformation, an adept of novelty.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Granny Smith apples are widely available. But before 1868, the tart, crispy, juicy fruit never existed on planet Earth. Around that time, an Australian mother of eight named Maria Ann Smith threw the cores of French crab apples out her window while she was cooking. The seeds were fertilized by the pollen from a different, unknown variety of apple, and a new type was born: Granny Smith. I foresee the possibility of a metaphorically comparable event in your future: a lucky accident that enables you to weave together two interesting threads into a fascinating third thread.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

“Every masterpiece is just dirt and ash put together in some perfect way,” writes storyteller Chuck Palahniuk, who has completed several novelistic masterpieces. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you Leos have assembled much of the dirt and ash necessary to create your next masterpiece, and are now ready to move on to the next phase. And what is that phase? Identifying the help and support you’ll need for the rest of the process.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

In 1959, scandal erupted among Americans who loved to eat peanut butter. Studies revealed that manufacturers had added so much hydrogenated vegetable oil and glycerin to their product that only 75 percent of it could truly be called peanut butter. So began a long legal process to restore high standards. Finally there was a new law specifying that no company could sell a product called “peanut butter” unless it contained at least 90 percent peanuts. I hope this fight for purity inspires you to conduct a metaphorically comparable campaign. It’s time to ensure that all the important resources and influences in your life are at peak intensity and efficiency. Say NO to dilution and adulteration.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

In 1936, the city of Cleveland, Ohio staged the Great Lakes Exposition, a 135-acre fair with thrill rides, art galleries, gardens, and sideshows. One of its fun features was The Golden Book of Cleveland, a 2.5-ton, 6,000-page

text the size of a mattress. After the expo closed down, the “biggest book in the world” went missing. If it still exists today, no one knows where it is. I’m going to speculate that there’s a metaphorical version of The Golden Book of Cleveland in your life. You, too, have lost track of a major Something that would seem hard to misplace. Here’s the good news: If you intensify your search now, I bet you’ll find it before the end of 2019.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

In 1990, the New Zealand government appointed educator, magician, and comedian Ian Brackenbury Channell to be the official Wizard of New Zealand. His jobs include protecting the government, blessing new enterprises, casting out evil spirits, upsetting fanatics, and cheering people up. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to find your personal equivalents of an inspirational force like that. There’s really no need to scrimp. According to my reading of the cosmic energies, you have license to be extravagant in getting what you need to thrive.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

“Do silly things,” advised playwright Anton Chekhov. “Foolishness is a great deal more vital and healthy than our straining and striving after a meaningful life.” I think that’s a perspective worth adopting now and then. Most of us go through phases when we take things too seriously and too personally and too literally. Bouts of fun absurdity can be healing agents for that affliction. But now is NOT one of those times for you, in my opinion. Just the reverse is true, in fact. I encourage you to cultivate majestic moods and seek out awe-inspiring experiences and induce sublime perspectives. Your serious and noble quest for a meaningful life can be especially rewarding in the coming weeks.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Before comedian Jack Benny died in 1974, he arranged to have a florist deliver a single red rose to his wife every day for the rest of her life. She lived another nine years, and received more than 3,000 of these gifts. Even though you’ll be around on this earth for a long time, I think the coming weeks would be an excellent time to establish a

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Actress and author Ruby Dee formulated an unusual prayer. “God,” she wrote, “make me so uncomfortable that I will do the very thing I fear.” As you might imagine, she was a brave activist who risked her reputation and career working for the Civil Rights Movement and other idealistic causes. I think her exceptional request to a Higher Power makes good sense for you right now. You’re in a phase when you can generate practical blessings by doing the very things that intimidate you or make you nervous. And maybe the best way to motivate and mobilize yourself is by getting at least a bit flustered or unsettled.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Syndicated cartoon strip “Calvin and Hobbes” appeared for ten years in 2,400 newspapers in fifty countries. It wielded a sizable cultural influence. For example, in 1992, six-year-old Calvin decided “The Big Bang” was a boring term for how the universe began, and instead proposed we call it the “Horrendous Space Kablooie.” A number of real scientists subsequently adopted Calvin’s innovation, and it has been invoked playfully but seriously in university courses and textbooks. In that spirit, I encourage you to give fun new names to anything and everything you feel like spicing up. You now have substantial power to reshape and revamp the components of your world. It’s Identify-Shifting Time.

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