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-- April 26-28
Norman Music Festival
Downtown Norman, 100-300 blocks of East Main St.
A new decade, a new look and new headliners are taking the stages in downtown Norman, and the Norman Music Alliance is ready to welcome Japanese Breakfast, Parquet Courts and Tune-Yards on April 26, 27 and 28 for the free three-day festival. The mission of the Norman Music Alliance is to help develop the arts community in Oklahoma through support of local original artists, support of music fans, support of art education and support of local businesses. What started as a one-day festival has now expanded to a three-day festival with more than 300 artists in downtown Norman and tens of thousands of people in attendance. For more information: normanmusicfestival.com
-- April 27 2nd Annual Bell Cow Boil Crawfish dinner Route 66, Chandler
All you can eat Crawfish, potatoes, and corn. Red beans and rice and homemade dessert. $15 Time: 5 - 10 p.m. For more information: (405) 258-0673 or www.chandlerareachamberok.com
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the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is to collect all six Infinity Stones, artifacts of unimaginable power, and use them to inflict his twisted will on all of reality. Everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment - the fate of Earth and existence itself has never been more uncertain. The extraordinarily stellar cast includes Karen Gillian, Josh Brolin, Scarlett Johannsson, Chris Pratt, Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Jr., Zoe Saldana and Benedict Cumberbatch. Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action throughout, language and some crude references. Running time: 2:30. FRIDAY, APRIL 27 AT THE CINEMA CENTRE 8.
"MIDNIGHT SUN" :
Based on the Japanese film, Midnight Sun centers on Katie, a 17-year-old sheltered since childhood and confined to her house during the day by a rare disease that makes even the smallest amount of sunlight deadly. Fate intervenes when she meets Charlie and they embark on a summer romance. Bella Thorne and Patrick Schwarzenegger (Arnold's son) star in the romantic drama. Rated PG-13 for some teen partying and sensuality. Running time: 1:31. FRIDAY, APRIL 27 AT THE HORNBECK THEATRE.
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NEWSBOYS UNITED LAUNCH HISTORY-MAKING TOUR WITH STRING OF SELLOUTS NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Kicking-off last week in California, the landmark “Newsboys United Tour” saw sellout crowds throughout the opening weekend. Boasting "all the hits... under one roof... for one tour," the history-making Newsboys United lineup played to capacity audiences at City National Civic in San Jose, Redding Civic Auditorium and the Visalia Convention Center, as well as to a near-sellout crowd at Stockton’s Bob Hope Theatre. Drawing legions of devoted fans spanning multiple generations, the “Newsboys United Tour” showcases an electrifying headlining set from the supergroup. Each night current members Michael Tait, Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein and Jody Davis are joined by former members Peter Furler and Phil Joel for a string of the most popular hits from the iconic band’s three-decade career. “I’ve been on the road all my life, including the famed ‘Jesus Freak Tour,’ and this is one of my top three favorite tours ever,” said Newsboys’ Michael Tait. “I am loving this experience!” “Already this tour has far exceeded our expectations,” said Zealand frontman and Newsboys United’s Phil Joel. “I don’t think any of us knew exactly how monumental it was going to be or just how much it would mean to everyone. It’s really special.” Produced by Premier Productions in partnership with the Newsboys, the tour is set to visit more than 30 additional cities across the nation, including Houston, Minneapolis, Dallas and Orlando, Florida, before wrapping May 6. The “Newsboys United Tour” features special guest Word recording artist Zealand, which is founded and fronted by Phil Joel. About Newsboys One of the most influential bands in Christian music history, Newsboys have sold more than 8 million units and amassed eight Gold® certifications, 33 #1 radio hits, four GRAMMY® nominations, two American Music Award nominations and multiple Dove Awards. Comprised of Michael Tait (lead vocals), Jody Davis (guitar), Jeff Frankenstein (keys) and Duncan Phillips (drums), Newsboys’ signature songs include “We Believe,” “He Reigns,” “Miracles” “Born Again” and their Platinum®-certified mega hit, “God’s Not Dead.” The latter inspired one of the most popular Christian film franchises of all time, PureFlix’s God’s Not Dead and God’s Not Dead 2, both of which included appearances by the band. God's Not Dead - A Light In Darkness hits theaters across the country March 30. Newsboys United Tour comes to FireLake Arena, May 6th! Tickets available at firelakearena.com.
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OBU Music Preparatory Choirs to Present Spring Concert April 29 The Music Preparatory Department choirs at Oklahoma Baptist University will present a spring concert Sunday, April 29, at 3 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Performing groups include the Shawnee Honor Choir and the Concert Choir. The concert is free and open to the public. In its 34th year, the Shawnee Honor Choir, an auditioned group of third through eighth graders conducted by Conchita Hansford, will open their portion of the program with “Chatter with the Angels” by Charles Collins. They will continue with “Inscription of Hope” by Z. Randall Stroope, “Little Firefly” by Larry E. Schultz, “Let us Walk in Peace” by Patsy Ford Simms, “Michael Finnigin” by Dave and Jean Perry, and “Joshua” by Joseph M. Martin and J. Paul Williams. Orff instrumentalists will perform “Allegro” by Carl Orff. Student performers include Ava Rawdon, Sylvia Scott and Camille Blakemore on soprano glockenspiels; Will Duran and Faith Lynn on soprano xylophones; Littie White on the soprano metallophone; Estelle Lilite and Elizabeth Mashek on alto xylophones; Mary Lytle on the alto metallophone; Emmelyn Braddock on the bass xylophone; Caden Romine on the bass metallophone; Alexis Walker on the bass bar; Sarah Mashek on the hand drum; Gabe Llanas and Nevaeh Gaines on wood blocks; and Riley Cox-Madden on the cymbal. The Shawnee Honor Choir will conclude their portion of the concert with an audience sing-along of patriotic songs accompanied by hand chimes. Hand chime performers include Kate Jennings, Jake Lynn,
Mary Lytle, Natalie Galloway, Keylee Landes, Garrett McDonald, Jordan White, Victoria Snyder, Indie Alexander, Baylee Foster, Jael Winter, Jared Kolpin, Cael Blakemore, Ty Thompson, Alissa Galloway, Jillian Askew, Elaina Muprappallil, Jameson Milette and Adyson Farris. The Concert Choir, comprised of high school and OBU music education students, and directed by Dr. Louima Lilite, associate professor of music, will open with “They’ll Know We Are Christians,” an arrangement by Lilite. Other selections include “Another Day of Sun” by Justin Hurwitz, “Beauty and the Beast” by Alan Menken and arranged by Mac Huff, “Come, Glorify the Lord with Me” by Dennis Allen, “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” by Dennis Pollen and arranged by Darnall and Hart, “A Red, Red Rose” by James Mulholland, and “J’entends le moulin” arranged by Emily Crocker. For the 28th consecutive year, Shawnee Honor Choir will present its spring program in area schools. The choir will perform at Family of Faith, Sterling House and Sequoyah Tuesday, April 24. The choir will perform at North Rock Creek, Grove and Pleasant Grove Friday, April 27. Auditions are open for students to join any of the choirs for the 2018-19 school year. They will take place May 8 from 3:30-5 p.m. For more information on the concert or auditions, call Conchita Hansford at (405) 585-4323, (405) 326-9118 or email her at conchita. hansford@okbu.edu. For more information about OBU, visit www.okbu. edu.
The Music Preparatory Department choirs at Oklahoma Baptist University will present a spring concert Sunday, April 29, at 3 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Performing groups include the Shawnee Honor Choir and the Concert Choir. The concert is free and open to the public. Submitted photo.
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PRAGUE KOLACHE FESTIVAL SATURDAY, MAY 5 9:00AM - 10:30PM
Come Celebrate the Czech Culture Beautiful Ethnic Costumes, Polka Music, Folk Dancing, Costume Contest, Food, Wine, Beer Contest, Arts & Crafts Show, Carnival, Car & Bike Show, Czech Crystal & Jewelry, Beer Garden Polka Street Dance, Helicopter Rides.
Czech out information at www.praguekolachefestival.com
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1. The big movies opening this weekend are “Avengers: Infinity War,” rated PG-13, the latest in the Marvel Universe
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where the Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe; “Kings” rated R, starring Halle Berry and Daniel Craig about the life of a foster family in South Central Los Angeles, a few weeks before the city erupts in violence following the verdict of the Rodney King trial; and “Disobedience” an R-rated film starring Rachel Weisz as a woman who returns to the community that shunned her for her attraction to a childhood friend (Rachel McAdams).
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2. Friday is Arbor Day, a day when people are encouraged to plant and care for trees. Some places give away trees for
free today, so check around. Or you can do to the day’s official website, http://www.arborday.org/, and if you join, you will receive 10 free trees.
3. Saturday is National Go Birding Day, so hopefully the weather will cooperate and you and your family can get out-
doors and see some of our feathered friends. People also are encouraged to put up bird feeders and bird houses, or simply take some time to learn what birds live in your area.
4. The NBA playoffs are currently taking place, so if you’re looking for some intense sports action this weekend, find a game on TV. Check your paper or your favorite sports website for schedule information.
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Every spring, fans of tabletop gaming create thousands of events worldwide for International Tabletop Day on Sunday. This goes beyond simple Monopoly as book stores, libraries, coffee shops and comic book stores host to board and card games. Some stores will have door prizes, exclusive game pieces and cards to giveaway. Find your nearest celebration via tabletopday.com. — More Content Now
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