Oklahoma City KEY May, 2015 Issue by Andrew West

Welcome From the Mayor

We hope you enjoy your stay in our wonderful city. Oklahoma City is rich with visitor opportunities, offering a variety of attractions and entertainment activities, and has a small-town flavor while offering the benefits of a large metropolitan city. You can experience first-class cultural programs of music, theater and dance, as well as museums and galleries. These, combined with our excellent shopping, hotels and restaurants, will create an unforgettable visit to Oklahoma City.

I am pleased that you have chosen to visit Oklahoma City and let KEY Magazine be your guide. KEY Magazine is a comprehensive guide to events and attractions and provides helpful information about tourist sites, restaurants, and places to shop. I am sure that you will enjoy our unique brand of western hospitality and our friendly people! Sincerely,

Contents

Mick Cornett, Mayor

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Oklahoma City: The Newest Frontier KEY Feature: Cosmopolitan City Sources What to See & Do KEY Editor’s Pick: Knuck’s Wheelhouse Entertainment Districts KEY Editor’s Pick: Shorty Small’s Calendar of Events KEY Exhibition: Madonnas of the Prairie KEY Entertainment: Pole Position Restaurants & Clubs KEY Shopping: 200 Park for Her Key Museum: Oklahoma City National Memorial Oklahoma City Map KEY Nightlife: WSKY Downtown Map Shopping KEY Editor’s Pick: Urban Johnnie Bar & Grill KEY Dining: The George

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Oklahoma City The Newest Frontier

Oklahoma City is a surprise to many visitors and newcomers, with all the friendliness of a small town and the amenities of our nation’s biggest cities. And with over fifty attractions, museums and other activities, visitors will never be at a loss for fun things to see and do.

Oklahoma City was born in a single day - April 22, 1889. Just a little over a century ago, the site of Oklahoma City was a grassand-timbered land of gently rolling hills flattening out into prairie in the west. In just over 100 years, this collection of tents grew to a metropolitan city that sprawls across 625 square miles of America's heartland. Its metro population numbers over a million - a third of the entire state’s population.

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ABOUT OUR PAST…

Oklahoma’s written history began in 1541 when Spanish explorer Coronado ventured through this area. At that time, it was the home of the Plains Indian tribes, such as the Osage, Kiowa, Apache and Comanche. In 1803, Oklahoma was sold to the U.S. as part of the Louisiana Purchase.

In the 1830s, the federal government forced the Five Civilized Tribes to leave their homelands. These tribes were living in the southeastern part of the U.S. They had to walk to Oklahoma over a trail that became known as the “Trail of Tears.” Many men, women and children died during this long and treacherous trip. Once these people settled here, Oklahoma became Indian Territory. 2015

Cowboys began their history on the Texas plains. Texas ranchers found they had large supplies of beef with no place to sell it. The East Coast needed beef. To meet that demand, Texas ranchers had to move their cattle to the closest railroads, which were in Kansas. The Chisholm Trail and other cattle routes were made through Oklahoma between 1866 and 1889. While traveling through Oklahoma, the ranchers realized the territory was not only closer to the railroads, but a good location for raising cattle as well. There was one parcel of land that was never given over to any Indian tribe the Unassigned Lands. In the 1880s, many frontier Americans wanted to move into this land. Soon, landless pioneers began slipping over into this area without authorization. These were the “Boomers,” who were trying to force t h e government into opening the territory up to homesteaders. President Benjamin Harrison signed legislation that opened up the Unassigned Lands and on

Did You Know?

April 22, 1889, about 50,000 homesteaders gathered at the boundaries. At noon, the cannon roared, and the hordes of people streamed over the line on wagons and buckboards, horseback, on foot and even on bicycles into the two million acres of land, made their claims and, overnight, Oklahoma City grew out of the plains. The settlers who entered to claim land before the official start of the land run were called Sooners. Hence the state’s nickname. On December 16, 1907, the Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory joined, and Oklahoma became the 46th state.

The world’s first installed parking meter was in

Oklahoma City, on July 16, 1935. Carl C. Magee, of

Oklahoma City, is generally

credited with originating the

parking meter. He filed for a patent for a “coin controlled parking meter” on May 13, 1935.

OKLAHOMA CITY TODAY

The pioneer zeal of those early settlers is just as evident in the Oklahoma City of today. The western spirit that helped found Oklahoma City is apparent everywhere you go. Oklahomans are just as likely to be wearing boots and a cowboy hat as they are a suit and tie. Magnificent attractions

Above: Cowboys and Rodeo are center stage each January at the International Finals Rodeo. Left: City Church

Opposite Page: Metro Transit Trolley; Bricktown Ballpark. Oklahoma City KEY • May

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like the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Remington Park Race Track, Frontier City Theme Park, and the Red Earth Indian Center all reflect the strong ties this area has with its western heritage.

In the early 1990s, the leaders of Oklahoma City were faced with a decision: to compete or retreat. The decision was made to compete and the city launched a visionary project one that would change the face of Oklahoma City forever. That plan was Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS), an ambitious program that is one of the most aggressive and successful public-private partnerships ever undertaken in the U.S. The current amount being spent in this public/private partnership exceeds $8 billion.

As a result of that vision, visitors can now enjoy a multitude of new attractions and entertainment options. The NBA Oklahoma City Thunder

attract record crowds with its fast-paced, pulsepounding action in the new Chesapeake Energy Arena. The arena, a 20,000-seat entertainment facility, has proven to be an ideal location for basketball, concerts and events.

The 15,000-seat AT&T Bricktown Ballpark is home to the Oklahoma City Redhawks, the Los Angles Dodgers Triple A affiliate, and has been named one of the nation's top two minor league baseball facilities. Our professional ice hockey team, the Oklahoma City Barons, thrill sports fans in the Cox Center.

The Bricktown Canal extends through the Bricktown entertainment district -- just east of downtown, past the Ballpark to the Oklahoma River. The river is being transformed into a seven-mile-long series of river lakes bordered by landscaped areas, trails and recreational facilities.

Work on the initial project is complete, however new projects are being added. Shops, restaurants and entertainment, hiking and biking trails, and park areas are part of this developed area.

A multi-million dollar facelift and renovation of the Cox Convention Center has added new meeting rooms and lobby areas, along with a remodeled exterior and exhibit space. The renovation of the Civic Center Music Hall, an historic art deco building, is now the premier performing arts venue in the Southwest.

A new transportation system, EMBARK, covers a

three-mile area and loops through downtown with an additional segment of the trolley system linking the Meridian area hotels, state fairgrounds and Stockyards area with downtown and Bricktown. The unique system offers continuous service six days a week.

Oklahoma City isn't lacking in entertainment options, either. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra, Ballet Oklahoma, and Broadway shows at Lyric Theatre and the Civic Center are just the beginning. Beautiful lakes, parks and some of the nation's best golf courses and tennis facilities also await the outdoor enthusiast. Welcome to the new Oklahoma City!

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Oklahoma City’s newest nightlife destination is Cosmopolitan. Located in the penthouse level of JDM Place, 7 South Mickey Mantle Drive, on the Bricktown Canal. Cosmopolitan – Sip Snack Sing - brings a whole new realm of nightlife to Bricktown. Cosmopolitan offers 3 uniquely different concepts all in one location in the heart of Bricktown. DOUX, a craft cocktail lounge; The Roost, a cigar bar; and Malarkey's, a dueling piano bar. With sweeping penthouse views of Bricktown and Downtown OKC, the 12,500 square foot complex offers 3000 feet of patio and is second to none. The ideal place to make your next night out one to remember. Unique to the concept is the Cosmo kitchen. Executive chef Ian Wagner delivers a perfect balance of sweets and savories to the menu. Chef Wagner brings almost 20 years of hospitality experience distinguished by numerous awards and industry acclaim. Chef Wagner’s appetizer and dessert menu is available all night in all three Cosmopolitan concepts, as well the patio. Nothing brings out the air guitar, lip syncing qualities in us all quite like a good old fashioned dueling piano bar. Malarkey’s offers a smoke free modern twist to the classic dueling piano bar with its perfect blend of 80’s, 90s, country and today’s Top-40 hits, dueling piano style. The ultra-talented performers fly in weekly from across the country to bring a fresh weekly flair so no show is ever a repeat! Whether it’s a

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night out with friends, date night, birthday parties, bachelor or bachelorette parties, Malarkey’s will make your next event epic. The entertainers love to get guests on stage - front and center - and let the musicians have their way – Malarkey’s style. Malarkey’s offers signature punch bowl drinks for groups. This is how they do it, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. This is the spot and Craft Cocktails are king at DOUX. With just the right lighting, music selections and volume, you and your friends will lose time while hanging out in the smoke free, contemporary version of the classic cocktail bar, second dates guaranteed! DOUX offers all natural juices compounded by a vast liquor, fruit, candy and herb selection allowing their talented bar staff to craft your personal favorite cocktail or one of their many specialty craft cocktails. Cocktails are their livelihood – and they present you the highest quality cocktail with exceptional service and a perfect atmosphere. DOUX is a great spot to sample Chef Wagner’s appetizer and dessert menu paired with the perfect cocktail, wine and conversation. DOUX is open Tuesday-Wednesday from 5pm until 12am and Thursday-Saturday from 5pm-2am. The Roost Cigar and Jazz lounge features a cozy dim atmosphere along with a private outdoor cigar deck with a superb Bricktown canal view. Neat or on the rocks, The Roost has your cocktail along with the signature cocktail list. The Roost offers a wide selection of your favorite cigars from Dominicans, Nicaraguans, to the allure of the Cubans. Enjoy live jazz from local flavor every Saturday. The Roost is open Tuesday-Wednesday from 5pm-12am and Thursday-Saturday from 5pm until 2am. Cosmopolitan is located at 7 South Mickey Mantle (above Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse). For more information call 405-225-1956 or visit Cosmopolitanokc.com.

Did You Know?

Myriad Botanical Gardens

has more than 1,200 species of plants in the Crystal

Bridge, representing plants

from every continent in the world except Antarctica–

including more than 2,500 orchids.

CITY SOURCES

EMERGENCY

Police/Fire/Ambulance...........................................911 AAA Emergency Road Service................(800) 222-4357 OKC Police Non-Emergency.............................297-1000 Oklahoma Highway Patrol.................................425-2043 Cellular........................................................................*55 Oklahoma Poison Control Center......................271-5454

URGENT CARE

First1MED..............North OKC....................478.0633 First1MED..................NW OKC......................495.5841 First1MED................South OKC......................636-0767 First1MED...................Edmond........................844-1633

HOSPITALS

Above: Myriad Botanical Gardens

Bone and Joint Hospital.....................................272-9671 Community Hospital..........................................602-8100 Deaconess Hospital............................................604-6000 Edmond OU Medical Center..............................341-6100 Integris Baptist Medical Center.........................949-3011 Integris Southwest Medical Center....................636-7000 Mercy Health Center..........................................755-1515 Midwest Regional Medical Center....................610-4411 Norman Regional Hospital................................329-6877 OU Medical Center............................................271-4700 Renaissance Women’s Hospital.........................359-9800 Saint Anthony Hospital......................................272-7000 OU Health Science Center.................................271-4000 VA Hospital……..................................……......270-0501

CREDIT CARDS: (TO REPORT LOST OR STOLEN)

American Express....................................(800) 528-4800 Diners Club..............................................(800) 234-6377 Discover....................................................(800) 347-2683 MasterCard or Visa...................................(800) 336-8472

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Yellow Cab...............................................(405) 232-6161

AIRLINES

American..................................................(800) Delta.........................................................(800) Southwest.................................................(800) United.......................................................(800) Frontier.....................................................(800)

AIRPORTS

433-7300 221-1212 435-9792 241-6522 432-1359

Wiley Post Airport..............................................789-4061 Will Rogers World Airport Paging.....................316-3271 Police.....................297-1184 Travelers Aid. ........316-3271

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ENTERTAINMENT

Did You Know?

Tickets and Information Ballet Oklahoma.........................................848-8637 Black Liberated Arts Center............................232-2522 Barons Hockey ..............................................232-4625 Canterbury Choral Society...............................232-7464 Carpenter Square Theatre................................232-6500 Chesapeake Arena..........................................602-8500 Civic Center Music Hall..................................297-2584 COX Business Convention Center..................602-8700 Lyric Theatre...................................................524-9312 National Cowboy Museum.............................478-2250 Oklahoma State Capital..................................521-3356 Science Museum Oklahoma............................602-6664 OKC Museum of Art......................................236-3100 OKC National Memorial................................235-3313 Oklahoma Opry...............................................297-9773 Oklahoma City Dodgers..............................218-1000 Oklahoma City Thunder..................................208-4800 Prairie Dance Theatre......................................424-2249 Rose State College Performing Arts................733-7960 Stage Center Presents......................................270-4801 State Fair Park.................................................948-6704 Stockyards City...............................................235-7267

Oklahoma doesn’t have Indian Reservations. We do, however, have 39 federally-recognized

tribal nations headquarters in the state. Oklahoma has the

largest American Indian population of any state. Many of

the American Indians living in Oklahoma today are

descendants from the original 67 tribes

inhabiting Indian Territory.

PUBLIC GOLF COURSES

Brookside Golf Course (18 holes) 9016 South Shields • 632-9666 Earlywine Golf Course (36 holes) 115th & S. Portland • 691-1727

James Stewart Golf Course (9 holes) 824 Carverdale Drive • 424-4353

Lake Hefner Golf Course (36 holes) 4491 S. Lake Hefner Road • 843-1565

Above: Dancers performing at Red Earth Festival

Lincoln Park Golf Course (36 holes) 4001 N.E. Grand Blvd. • 424-1421 Trosper Park Golf Course (18 holes) 2301 S.E. 29th Street • 677-8874

PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS

Earlywine Golf Course (12 Courts) S.W. 119th & May Avenue OKC Tennis Center (24 courts) N.W. 36th & Portland

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A R T G A L L E R I E S • M U S E U M S • AT T R A C T I O N S • H I S T O R I C S I T E S

WHAT TO SEE & DO

AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM 9 E. Sheridan • 604-2793 The American Banjo Museum is a $5 million, world-class 21,000 square foot facility honoring the rich history, vibrant spirit and unlimited future of the banjo. The museum contains more than 300 instruments, the largest collection on public display in the world. Examples include replicas of primitive banjos developed by African slaves in the Old South, Minstrel Age instruments from 19th century, post WWII instruments used in bluegrass, folk and world music, and museum’s core collection of ornately decorated banjos made in America during the Jazz Age of the 1920’s and 30s. Hours: Tues-Sat 11-6 Sun 12-5. Admission:

Adults $6; Seniors (55+), Students $5; Youth (5-17) $4; Children (under 5) Free; Family (2 adults-2 children) $15

MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS 301 W. Reno - 297-3995 The Myriad Botanical Gardens is a 17-acre oasis in the heart of downtown. The centerpiece of the gardens is the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, featuring over 2,000 fascinating species of palm trees, flowers and exotic plants from across the globe. Hours: Mon-Sat 9-5; Sun 11-5 (Sun 11-7, June 1Labor Day). Admission to Crystal Bridge: $7 for adults; $6 for students, active military and seniors 62+; $4 for children 4-12. Discount for groups of 20+. Admission is free for children 3 and under. Outdoor grounds: Free.

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Seriously – who doesn’t like pizza. Most people think pizza is pizza – not at Knucks Wheelhouse in Bricktown. Knucks is a fun, casual pizza joint with a great beer selection and homemade New York style pies!

What makes Knucks pizza different than the rest is the “secret ingredient” used to make their crust. They use beer made by Coop, one of Oklahoma City's favorite local breweries, to give their dough a really unique flavor with an Oklahoma twist. Unlike the big chains, many of the cheeses are made by hand, in house, as well as their fresh house-made sauces and ingredients. Knucks is more than just great pizza – they feature taste-tempting wings and a house specialty, truffle fries. Knucks is open until 10pm weekdays and 3am on the weekends and offers delivery to all of the Bricktown area – including downtown hotels! Knucks is located at street level on the canal between Mickey Mantle Drive and Oklahoma. Avenue Phone 405-605-4422.

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NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM 1700 NE 63rd • 478-2250 The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum preserves the rugged individualism and romantic spirit of the frontier. This popular visitor attraction features a superlative collection of classic and contemporary Western art, including works by Charles Russell, Frederic Remington, and the famous 18-foot sculpture, The End of the Trail. New historical galleries include the American Cowboy Gallery, the American Rodeo Gallery, Western Performer’s Gallery and Prosperity Junction, a re-created authentic western town. Visitors of all ages enjoy an adventure into the Old West at this national memorial to the American cowboy. Hours: Open 10-5 7 days a week except Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Day. Admission: adults $12.50, seniors and students $9.75, children ages 4-12 $5.75, children 3 and under free.

OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ART 415 Couch Drive • 236-3100 The Museum of Art in the Donald W. Reynolds Visual Arts Center is a 110,000 sq. ft. facility featuring 15 exhibition galleries, an education center, a 250-seat theater, cafe, store and library/resource center. Programs include world-class traveling exhibitions, comprehensive film programs and a variety of family activities. The commissioned 55 ft. signature sculpture by world renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly serves as a beacon for the museum and downtown. Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Thurs 10-9; Sun 12-5. Admission: Adults $12; Senior (62+) Students and Children $10; Children under 5 Free. Oklahoma City KEY • May 2015

OKLAHOMA HISTORY CENTER 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive • 522-0754 The past comes alive at the Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma’s state museum of history. Discover the people and stories that make Oklahoma truly unique. From oil and gas to aviation, from the Dust Bowl to space exploration, from tornadoes to the Land Run, from Native American Indians to Route 66, there’s a story of triumph and tragedy, hope and heartache, famous and infamous around every corner. Conveniently located in the Capital Complex, the museum is adjacent to the State Capitol and the Governor’s Mansion, both within easy driving or walking distance. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 to 5. Admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; $4 for students.

OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM 620 N Harvey • 235-3313 The Museum, housed in the historic Journal Record Building that was damaged by the blast, is adjacent to the symbolic memorial, provides visitors with an experience beyond what they see at the memorial monument. The storyline is presented in ten chapters beginning in Oklahoma City the morning of the bombing, the moments immediately following the blast, through the 16 days of rescue and recovery, and to the rebuilding of Oklahoma City. The story is told through exhibits and recorded narratives from victims’ family members, survivors, rescue workers and others. Hours: Open seven days a week, Mon – Sat, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun, Noon -6 p..m Ticket sales stop daily at 5 p.m. Admission: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 62+, Military with ID and Students (Age 6 through college with ID), 5 and under free.

OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO • 2101 NE 50th • 424-3344 Come on, the wild is calling! One of the top three family-friendly zoos in the nation, the Zoo features a diverse and fascinating animal and plant collection. Children and adults alike will enjoy world class habitats including Great EscApe, Cat Forest/Lion Overlook, Oklahoma Trails and the new elephant habitat. The Children’s Zoo allows kids of all ages the opportunity to explore the wonders of nature through play plus interactions with barnyard animals and the ever-popular lorikeets! Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35, in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Adventure District the Zoo is open everyday except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Adult admission (12-64) $8; Children (3-11) and seniors (65+) $5; Children 2 and under free.

SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA • 2100 NE 52nd • 602-OMNI The state’s premier destination for family fun, houses over eight acres of hands-on science experiences. With brand new exhibits, the excitement of live entertainment shows, one-of-a-kind IMAX film experiences and a newly renovated Science Floor. As the state’s only physical science museum and a Smithsonian Affiliate, The Museum reveals the wonder and relevance of science in our everyday lives. From traveling beyond the Milky Way in the Planetarium Theater to witnessing live explosions in Science Live, the Museum provides a safe environment for letting your inner-child run wild. Museum Hours: Open Mon Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat: 9am-6pm, Sun: 11am-6pm. General Admission & Dome Theater - Adults: $17.95 Seniors: $14.95 Children: $14.95 General Admission - Adults: $13.95 Seniors: $11.95 Children: $11.95 Dome Theater Only - Adults: $8.45 Seniors: $6.95 Children: $6.95 Oklahoma City KEY • May 2015

Entertainment Districts Entertainment Districts

AS YOU ENJOY SHOPPING, DINING AND SIGHTSEEING , YOUR PATH WILL LIKELY CROSS ONE OF THESE ‘ MUST SEE ’ NEIGHBORHOODS . ADVENTURE DISTRICT

The Adventure District is the destination for entertainment the entire family

will enjoy. Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35 in northeast Oklahoma City, the district features Oklahoma’s most outstanding visitor attractions. Attractions include the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, National Softball Hall of Fame, Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum, Oklahoma City Zoo, Science Museum Oklahoma, Remington Park Racing Casino and Cinemark Tinseltown USA.

AUTOMOBILE ALLEY DISTRICT

Just north of downtown, beginning at 4th street and Broadway and continuing north to 13th, this historic area was a popular auto row in the 1920s and was

home to most of the city's car dealerships. Today Revitalized. Revamped. And really cool. Located just north of downtown, Automobile Alley is home to some of OKC's best local dining, specialty shops and more. Automobile Alley features almost every cuisine at trendy establishments ranging from casual to elegant. The district also features unique shopping

opportunities with hip stores, antique stores, boutiques, galleries and upscale shopping - so we're sure you will find the perfect piece of Oklahoma City to take home with you. Independently owned restaurants and clubs, live music, entertainment and shopping make this area a fun place to browse.

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BRICKTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT

Just east of Downtown is Bricktown, Oklahoma City's renovated ware house district. When the area was built back at the turn of the century, bricks made from Oklahoma's famous dark red earth were the most plentiful building material available. Today, those bricks provide the signature look to Bricktown, which has become OKC's biggest hot spot for fine restaurants, clubs, galleries and shops, including Oklahoma's first microbrewery. Tour boats chug down the Bricktown Canal, a mile-long pedestrian waterway that cuts through the heart of Bricktown, turns south at the Ballpark, past water falls and fountains to the new Harkins Theatres and Bass Pro Shops. Centennial Crossing, a

larger-than-life sculpture depicting the Oklahoma Land Run, consists of 45 figures depicting land run

participants on their way to stake claims in the new territory.

MIDTOWN DISTRICT

Midtown extends from NW 4th Street south to 13th Street primarily situated between Walker and

Robinson. The district includes a mix of business and historic residential neighborhoods – and is a hot destination for locals! If you want to eat like a local Midtown is the district for you. It's filled with OKC staples and fan-following favorites and a number of waterholes along the way. Many of the restaurants feature rooftop seating with fantastic views of downtown. Be sure to end the night with a nightcap at “O Bar“ located on the top of the Ambassador Hotel. A favorite of locals – the view of the downtown skyline is breathtaking.

OKLAHOMA CITY ARTS DISTRICT

As the majestic Myriad Botanical Gardens and the multi-faceted Stage Center - home of several theater companies - remain major anchor attractions for the Arts District, several new venues have recently opened. The Civic Center Music Hall reopened its doors in November 2001, presenting a classic ambiance from stainless steel accents to authentic art

deco chandeliers for all to admire. The state-of-the art facility showcases performances from ballet to Broadway. The Oklahoma City Museum of Art houses the largest glass sculpture by artist Dale Chihuly. Standing nearly 55 feet tall with over 2,400 pieces of glass, the sculpture shines as a beacon from the front atrium of the museum. The museum also showcases numerous other exhibits as well as an impressive classic film library.

STOCKYARDS DISTRICT

If you want to see a little of the real West of today, mosey on down to Stockyards City, a few minutes west of downtown. Home to the world’s largest stocker/feeder livestock market, Stockyards City is the “genuine article” & "must see." For over 80 years, Stockyards City has continually offered the kind of quality products and services which are synonymous with the heritage of the West. A ‘must do’ in the Stockyards is Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, Oklahoma’s oldest continually operating restaurant. After a great steak, take time to browse the western wear and specialty shops lining the streets, complete with jeans (Wranglers is the brand of choice), wide selection of boots, hats, dusters, spurs and belt buckles the size of hubcaps. If you can’t find what you need off the shelf, there are highly skilled artisans ready to custom make

whatever you need. You won’t find any “My parents went to Stockyard City and all I got was this lousy T-shirt” shirts or Elvis salt and pepper shakers, but you will leave knowing what a real steak tastes like, and that real boots don’t come from Bloomingdale’s.

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Shorty Smalls has been a landmark on Meridian for decades – and features a broad menu to satisfy even the pickiest diner. Well known for Shorty's Famous Onion Loaf as an appetizer – enjoy a heap of sliced onions lightly breaded then deep-fried to a golden brown, served with chipotle ranch dip, Shorty’s features an expansive menu of delicious items.

Shorty’s features daily lunch specials – kind of like the “blue plate” special. On Monday enjoy meatloaf; Tuesday, BBQ Smoked Sausage Skillet; Wednesday, Pork Fritter Basket; Thursday, Smokin' BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger; Friday, Catfish Po' Boy and daily soup and crisp fresh salads specials. The full American menu features burgers, chicken, and some of the best BBQ you will wrap your lips around. Also worth special mention is their chicken fried steak – Oklahoma’s official meal. Shorty’s also features a kids menu and spectacular deserts.

Shorty Small’s is located at 2037 South Meridian just north of the Wyndam Hotel and in the heart of the hotel area. For more information, call 405- 947-0779 or visit www.shortysmalls.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING EVENTS & EXHIBITS

ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Thru 5/2 Lyric's Thelma Gaylord Academy Presents LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's Plaza Theatre 405-524-9312, LyricTheatreOKC.com Thru 5/2 Small Town: Portraits of a Disappearing America exhibition - Oklahoma Contemporary 405-951-0000, oklahomacontemporary.org Thru 5/10 Beyond the Battlefield: Depictions of War - Ellen and Richard L. Sandor Photography Gallery - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art Norman â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 405-325-3178, www.ou.edu/fjjma

Thru 5/10 Coyote Songs - Desperado Dreams: the Art of Robby McMurtry - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - 405-478-2250 www.nationalcowboymuseum.org

Thru 5/10 Beyond the Battlefield: Depictions of War - Ellen and Richard L. Sandor Photography Gallery - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938, www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 5/10 Madonnas of the Prairie: Depictions of Women in the American West - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - 405-478-2250 www.nationalcowboymuseum.org

Thru 5/10 Ansel Adams: Masterworks - From the Collection of the Turtle Bay Exploration Park National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org Thru 5/10 Intent to Deceive: Fakes and Forgeries in the Art World - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100, www.okcmoa.com

Thru 5/30 The Nature of Man: Paintings and Drawings by Harold Stevenson - Ellen and Richard L. Sandor Gallery - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 7/12 Warhol: The Athletes - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100, www.okcmoa.com

Thru 7/12 Conflict Cast in Bronze - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org Thru 9/6 A World Unconquered: The Art of Oscar Brousse Jacobson - Nancy Johnston Records Gallery - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938, www.ou.edu/fjjma

Thru 12/31 On Behalf of the Pioneers: The Oklahoma Century Chest - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0784 www.okhistory.org Thru 12/31 Illuminations: Rediscovering the Art of Dale Chihuly - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100, www.okcmoa.com MAY

5/1 Lecrae - Cox Convention Center 405-602-8500, www.coxconventioncenter.com

5/1 First Friday - Paseo Arts District 405-525-2688, www.thepaseo.com

5/1 Shortt Dogg - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/1-2Queen of the Prairie Music Festival - Guthrie www.queenoftheprairie.squarespace.com 5/1-3 Downtown Edmond Arts Festival Downtown Edmond - 405-249-9391 www.downtownedmondok.com

5/1-3 Lazy E Red Dirt Reining - Lazy E Arena, Guthrie - 405-282-RIDE, www.lazye.com

5/2 Festival of the Child - Yukon City Park, Yukon 405-354-8442, www.cityofyukonok.gov

5/2 Smilin' Vic - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/2 Heartland Music Festival - Frontier City - 405-478-2140, www.FrontierCity.com

5/2 National Train Day - Oklahoma Railway Museum - 405-424-8222, www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org 5/2 16th Annual Cowboys of Color Rodeo State Fair Park - 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com

5/2 UCO Chorale Union and Symphony Orchestra: "Elijah" - Mitchell Hall Theatre, Edmond - 405-974-3375, www.Mitchellhalltheatre.com 5/2 Sun-Drenched Celebrations - OKC Phil Classics Series - Civic Center Music Hall Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre 405-297-2264, www.okcciviccenter.com 5/2 David Nail - Showplace Theatre at Riverwind Casino - 405-322-6464 www.riverwind.com

5/2 Burger Day Festival - Main Street, El Reno 405-262-8888, www.elrenoburgerday.com

5/2-3 Central 4D Barrel Race - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com 5/2-3 Buchanan's Vintage Flea Market State Fair Park - 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com

5/2-3 ONA Coin & Currency Show - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com

5/2-3 39th Annual Toy & Doll Show featuring the Oklahoma Springtime Train & Hobby Show - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400 www.okstatefair.com

5/3 Bob Dylan & His Band - Civic Center Music Hall - Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre 405-297-2264, www.okcciviccenter.com 5/4 First Free Monday - Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman 405-593-9060, www.samnoblemuseum.org 5/4-7 Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. New Orleans Zephyrs - Bricktown Ballpark 405-218-1000 www.okcdodgers.com

5/4-9 Exhibit Opening; Joqigacut: Tipi With Battle Pictures - Oklahoma History Center - 405-522-3602, www.okhistory.org 5/5 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma

5/5-10 Million Dollar Quartet - Civic Center Music Hall - Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre - 405-297-2264 www.okcciviccenter.com

5/7 Oklahoma City Jazz Orchestra - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond - 405-359-7989 www.ucojazzlab.com

5/7 First Thursday On The Lawn - Western Avenue District - 62nd and Western 405-297-8912, www.visitwesternavenue.com

5/7 INTERFACE Oklahoma City 2015 Cox Convention Center - 405-602-8500 www.coxconventioncenter.com

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5/7-16 Native American Play Festival OKC Phil Pops Series - Civic Center Music Hall - CitySpace Theatre 405-297-2264, www.okcciviccenter.com

5/7-8/29 Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road: The Journey of Route 66 - Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum - 405.235.4458 www.oklahomahof.com 5/8 LIVE! On The Plaza - Plaza District 405-367-9403, www. plazadistrict.org

5/8-10 Plains USDAA Regional Championship Dog Show - State Fair Park 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com 5/9 Miss Brown to You - UCO Jazz Lab Edmond - 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/9 OKC Energy vs. LA Galaxy II - Taft Stadium 405-235-KICK(5425) www.energyfc.com 5/9 Chicago - Showplace Theatre at Riverwind Casino - 405-322-6464 www.riverwind.com

5/9 Heartland Music Festival - Frontier City 405-478-2140, www.FrontierCity.com 5/9-10 Oklahoma Paint Horse Club "World Warm Up Circuit" - State Fair Park 405-946-7400 www.okstatefair.com

5/9-10 Oklahoma Dressage Society Spring I and II - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400 www.okstatefair.com 5/10 Mountain Smoke - UCO Jazz Lab Edmond - 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/12 Aidan Carroll - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/12 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma

5/12-14 International School of Hydrocarbon Measurement - Cox Convention Center 405-602-8500, www.coxconventioncenter.com

5/13 Oklahoma City Youth Jazz Ensemble UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond - 405-359-7989 www.ucojazzlab.com

5/14 Cimarron Wind Quintet - UCO Jazz Lab Edmond - 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com 5/15 Groove Merchants - UCO Jazz Lab Edmond - 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/15-17 World Premier of Rising Starr Kay Starr, A Life in Song - - Mitchell Hall Theatre, Edmond 405-974-3375 www.Mitchellhalltheatre.com

5/16 A Train ride at the Oklahoma Railway Museum Oklahoma Railway Museum 405-424-8222 oklahomarailwaymuseum.org

5/16 Indie Trunk Show - State Fair Park 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com

5/16 Eldredge Jackson - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond - 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

5/16 PBA Summer Swing Weekend Pass Tournament - Grand Event Center Grand Casino, Shawnee - 405-964-7777 www.GrandBoxOffice.com 5/16 Heard on Hurd - Downtown Edmond on Broadway between Main & Hurd - 405-715-5121 www.facebook.com/heardonhurd

5/16-17 PBA Summer Swing Day Pass Tournament - Grand Event Center Grand Casino, Shawnee - 405-964-7777 www.GrandBoxOffice.com

5/16-19 Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Iowa Cubs - Bricktown Ballpark - 405-218-1000 www.okcdodgers.com

5/16-6/28 Arts on the Prairie: A History of Oklahoma Art - Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, Shawnee - 405-878-5300 www.mgmoa.org 5/17 Family Day - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma

5/18 New Kids on the Block with TLC and Nelly - Chesapeake Energy Arena 405-602-8700, www.ChesapeakeArena.com 5/19 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma

5/19 Art After Noon - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 5/20 Forensic Osteology: Human Skulls Museum of Osteology - 405-814-0006 www.museumofosteology.org

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5/21 Video Games Live - Civic Center Music Hall Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre 405-297-2264, www.okcciviccenter.com

5/22-25 Chris Neal’s “Future Stars” Calf Roping - Lazy E Arena, Guthrie - 405-282-RIDE, www.lazye.com 5/23 OKC Energy vs. Sacramento Republic FC- Taft Stadium - 405-235-KICK(5425) www.energyfc.com

5/23 Bethany 66 Festival - Downtown Bethany 405-312-0155, www.bethany66.com

5/23-24 Chuck Wagon Gathering - National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org 5/23-24 Great Plains Regional Rodeo - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com 5/23-25 Paseo Arts Festival - Paseo Arts District - 405-525-2688, www.thepaseo.com

5/24 Fiesta de Verano - Frontier City 405-478-2140, www.FrontierCity.com

5/26 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma

5/28-31 OQHA Redbud Spectacular Horse Show - State Fair Park - 405-946-7400 www.okstatefair.com 5/28-6/3 NCAA Women’s College World Series - ASA National Softball Hall of Stadium - 405-424-5266, www.teamUSA.org 5/29 H&8TH Night Market - 8th and Hudson 405-297-8912, www.h8thokc.com

5/29-31 Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Fresno Grizzlies - Bricktown Ballpark - 405-218-1000 www.okcdodgers.com 5/30 Ring of Honor Wrestling- State Fair Park 405-946-7400, www.okstatefair.com

5/30 Heath Jones - UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com 5/31 OKC Energy vs. Austin Aztex - Taft Stadium 405-235-KICK(5425), www.energyfc.com

Madonnas of the Prairie

Cowgirl and Her Star Puppy by William Medcalf

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n the mid-19th century artists often depicted women as victims, passive observers or merely passengers in the settlement of the American West. Some artists chose to portray Western women in the guise of a “Madonna” figure, based on Renaissance paintings of the Virgin Mary.

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is hosting the art exhibition “Madonnas of the Prairie: Depictions of Women in the American West.” Organized by the PanhandlePlains Historical Museum in Canyon, Texas, the exhibit is open during regular Museum hours through Mother’s Day, May 10. The exhibition draws on the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum and public and private collections to showcase the offerings of painters, printmakers, photographers and sculptors across the art spectrum. Artists represented include Dorothea Lange, Beulah Schiller Ayars, H.D. Bugbee, W. Herbert Dunton, Ben Carlton Mead, Gerald Cassidy, W. H. D. Koerner, Remington Schuyler, Gina Knee, Herbert Morton Stoops, Margaret Wright Tupper, P.V.E. Ivory, Olin Travis, Jerry Bywaters and many others.

“Madonnas of the Prairie” is supplemented with several material culture items from the permanent collection according to Mike Leslie, assistant director. In addition, a robust schedule of educational programming for children and adults is offered, including Docent-led tours each Tuesday at 2 p.m. through May 5.

On May 2, Dorothy Wickenden, author of The New York Times bestseller Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West will present a talk and participate in a book signing. Books may be preordered through The Museum Store at store.nationalcowboymuseum.org or by calling (405) 478-2250, Ext. 228. The store also is offering the “Madonnas of the Prairie” exhibition catalog, a beautiful commemorative of the art with essays by Bonney MacDonald, Ph.D. and curator Michael Grauer.

Untitled, by Remington Schuyler

A Long Day by Bror Julius Olsson Nordfeldt

Mort Rode Forth Boldly toward the Sod House by Frank Schoonover

The “Madonnas of the Prairie” exhibition is sponsored by The Kerr Foundation Inc., ITC, Ann Simmons Alspaugh and the Oklahoma Humanities Council (OHC). Funding in part is provided by a grant from the OHC and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed do not necessarily represent those of OHC or NEH. The PPHM exhibition was made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Nationally accredited, the Museum is located in Oklahoma City’s Adventure District at the junction of Interstates 44 and 35. For more information, visit www.nationalcowboymuseum.org.

Polly Kent Rides West by Charles W. Hargens Jr.

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re you looking for the ultimate adrenaline rush? If so, Pole Position Raceway in Oklahoma City is the answer! The all-new state-of-the-art indoor karting center is home to the fastest go karts in the area. Pole Position Raceway has two full-size tracks that allow you to speed up to 45 miles per hour with family and friends, and do so with the comfort of heat and air conditioning. These are not the karts you remember as kids! These are real performance karts that are probably the closest you will ever come to driving a real race car. There’s also food, drinks, video games, pool tables, and much more.

One of the unique qualities of Pole Position Raceway is the SpeedSheet scoring system. Every racer receives a copy of the results sheet that shows average lap time, fastest lap time, overall position in the race, and how you rank against everyone that’s ever spun laps here at Pole Position Raceway. “It’s an incredible scoring system,” says Oklahoma dirt track legend Shane Carson. “It definitely adds to the whole experience.” Pole Position Raceway is loaded with authentic racing memorabilia and has more than a dozen flat screen televisions that play the latest sporting events. Because the karts use 20-horsepower electric motors, there are no toxic fumes so you’re not gasping for fresh air.

It’s so cool that seven-time AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath calls Pole Position Raceway “the ultimate racing experience for family and friends!” If that’s not enough, X-Games Freestyle Motocrosser Kenny Bartram has said “I’ve been to a lot of kart tracks around the world and there is nothing like Pole Position Raceway.” Former Indy 500 racer Dominic Dobson says “I come to Pole Position Raceway every chance I get and I always have a lot of fun!”

Prices start at $9.95 per session and there are also three different race packages (Pole Position Challenge, Grand Prix and Super Pole) available for groups of eight or more. It’s also an excellent place for birthday parties, corporate team building events, product launches, bachelor parties, church groups, sports teams and more. Pole Position Raceway is located off I-44 on the corner of N.W. 36th and May Ave. For more information call 405-942-2292 or visit www.racep2r.com.

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Restaurants & Clubs BOULEVARD STEAK HOUSE

505 South Blvd, Edmond • 715-2333 A trip to Boulevard Steakhouse in nearby Edmond is a must for the Steak and Seafood connoisseur. Boulevard Steakhouse serves dinner in an upscale setting every night of the week. Prime cuts, from Filet to NY Strip to Ribeye, are cooked to perfection and can be paired with mouthwatering side items and an exhaustive wine list to make the perfect dining experience. Along with the prime beef selections you will find an array of fresh seafood and chicken entrees. A knowledgeable and professional staff can assist with selecting a wine, and will ensure your overall dining experience is quite memorable. After dinner, enjoy dessert at your table or pop into the Martini Lounge next door for an after-dinner drink. Impress your clients, date, or a group of friends by taking them to the Boulevard Steakhouse. They will thank you for it.

BRICKTOWN BREWERY

One North Oklahoma Avenue • 232-2739 In October 1992, the Bricktown Brewery opened its doors, ushering in a new golden age of urban dining to the OKC scene. Nearly 20 years later, the Brewery has been adrenalized with a new look, new menu and new focus on delivering great food, great beer and a great experience to the visitors of Oklahoma City.

CATTLEMEN’S STEAKHOUSE

1309 S. Agnew Ave. • Stockyards • 236-0416 Open since 1910 and located at the edge of Stockyard City, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse features first-rate beef, hand cut & aged on the premises.

CAFÉ 501

5825 NW Grand Blvd Oklahoma City. 844-1501 501 S Boulevard Edmond. 359-1501 From humble beginning as the "little lunch spot," Cafe 501 has become synonymous with a discriminating taste in good wine and great food. In 1995, they opened the door to their first love, Cafe 501 Edmond. The vision for the little restaurant on the corner of Fifth & Boulevard was simple; extend warm hospitality and offer delicious food to fill their tables with loyal guests. It is a romantic notion, one that they held onto for almost 20 years. 501 offers a harmonious balance between hand-crafted cuisine and a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere that is true to Oklahoma.

COYOTE UGLY

121 East California. • Bricktown • 602-8459 Located in the heart of Bricktown, Coyote Ugly Oklahoma City opened its doors to capacity crowds, with the world famous

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‘Coyotes’ entertaining the thirsty patrons! Enjoy the Coyotes sing and dance on the bar to a mix of classic and hard rock.

FIVE STAR GRILLE

1920 S Meridian Ave • 601-1951 5 Star Grille is a true, genuine taste of Oklahoma City. First, they focus on locally-raised beef for their burgers and 100% kosher beef dogs. Their Le Cordon Bleu trained chef takes classic dishes that you know and love and adds their own unique flair with gourmet toppings and an overall focus on a better-tasting menu selection. Their ‘groupies’ love the casual vibe, the friendly welcoming ‘Roadies’ that help you pick from their proprietary blend of rib-eye from locally raised beef. You even have a choice of gluten-free buns to go with the hamburgers and kosher hot dogs. Their buns are baked fresh daily, and homemade dressings are made from scratch every day.

ICE HOUSE

125 Ron Norick Blvd • 232-6427 ICE HOUSE offers family-friendly outdoor dining in the heart of Myriad Botanical Gardens. Just like burger stands from years past, ICE HOUSE serves up made-to-order classics. Taste the locally renowned Nic’s Burger - premium, lean hamburger grilled to perfection topped with layers of seasoned onions, crisp lettuce and juicy tomato. The seasoned, crispy french fries are a MUST! AND the old fashioned, creamy milk shake will make your day.

IN THE RAW

200 S. Oklahoma • 702-1325 With a menu combining traditional and nouveau sushi, sashimi and nigiri creations in addition to a full menu of non-sushi entrees including Prime Steaks and fresh fish that is delivered daily, there is something for every palate. The menu is the creative and ever-evolving centerpiece of the multisensory dining experience.

KNUCKS WHEELHOUSE

103 E California Ave • 605-4422 Open for lunch, dinner and late night, Knucks Wheelhouse can satisfy your pizza cravings in Bricktown at just about any time. Using high quality ingredients including a locally brewed beer for their homemade crust and making sure your slice of pie is always fresh, Knucks Wheelhouse allows visitors to order pizza one piece at a time or get a whole pie. Stop in for a bite to eat while you're having a night out on the town or enjoying an afternoon next to the canal or have a pie delivered to your downtown, Bricktown or midtown hotel!

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MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE

7 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 272-0777 The Oklahoma Legend continues! Serving the finest cuts of aged USDA prime steaks, lobster and fresh seafood. Extensive wine list and live entertainment is featured in the lounge.

PARK HOUSE

125 Ron Norick Blvd • 232-7275 The setting is second to none in the city. Park House’s dining room is encased in glass, so the view of the tubular botanical gardens and its night time revolving lights is breathtaking. The inspired menu includes creations for a foodies delight including chicken and waffle fry nachos, rotisserie chicken, pan seared Scottish salmon, and mustard seed crusted pork tenderloin. With classic handmade cocktails, a complete selection of hand crafted beers and a spectacular wine list, Park House is the new "must dine" restaurant during your visit to OKC.

S&B’S BURGER JOINT

20 NW 9th St. • 270-0516 5929 N May Ave. suite 106 • 843-8777 7745 S Walker Ave. • 631-0983 14020 N. May Ave. • 418-8477 102 W. Main St. Norman, Ok. • 360-5726 S&B’s Burger Joint is a well known local hangout for Beer, Burgers and Rock & Roll. Serving up fresh, gourmet burgers and sliders, S&B’s has a full-service bar with unique Bloody Mary’s, over 100 tasty beers, delicious homemade pies, beer floats, soda floats, and a fun and friendly full service staff. With multiple locations across the OKC Metro, find the closest one to your hotel and expect to have a great experience.

SHORTY SMALLS

2037 South Meridian Avenue • 947-0779 Shorty Smalls is a western-themed restaurant & bar offering standard American fare, BBQ, Southern dishes & kids' meals. Located in the heart of Oklahoma City’s largest hotel corridor, Shorty Small’s offers travelers of all sizes and age groups a hearty meal at a great price. The Mozzarella sticks are as big around as your arm and the Chicken fried steak barely fits on the platter. Shorty’s offers a full bar and a great selection of deserts to finish off a great lunch or dinner. If you are in town for the week, ask about the Owner’s Club!

SLAUGHTER’S HALL

221 N Central Ave • 606-6063 Slaughter’s Hall is Downtown Oklahoma City's newest Bar and Deli serving up East Coast deli options alongside over 80 selections of craft and local beer. Drop by and

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try the Southwest Philly made with sautéed chicken, poblano peppers, onions, and pepperjack cheese served on a toasted baguette or try the Pastrami on Rye which is made with house cured and smoked Pastrami, house made spicy mustard, and local Rye bread served with a side of hand cut chips. Looking for a healthier option? Try the Vegetarian wrap made with zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, mushroom, roasted red bell pepper, romaine, and balsamic vinaigrette wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla.

STELLA MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE

1201 N. Walker 235-2200 Stella offers everything from elegant dining to wine and pizza on game night. Creating just the right experience for every guest is central to Stella’s identity, but it isn’t just about a relaxed atmosphere. The staff at Stella is serious about serving the needs of the customer. The woodfired brick oven is the centerpiece of Stella. Sit at the bar and watch the flames cook delicious cracker-thin pizzas and enjoy custom, seasonal cocktails, traditional favorites, local and imported beers, or choose a glass or bottle of wine from Stella’s outstanding list of American and Italian wines.

THE GEORGE PRIME STEAKHOUSE

5900 Mosteller Drive • 405-242-4761 Every City has an iconic restaurant – the one that is the fabric of the community - the restaurant that is the locals “go to” place for great atmosphere, service and consistency - but most importantly great food. In Oklahoma City, that restaurant is The George Prime Steakhouse. The George is a fine dining restaurant located atop the historic Founders Tower in Oklahoma City and boasts the best 360 degree views of the city. The George is known for their food, but they are also a restaurant that happens to have a great view - which provides guests with a oneof-a-kind fine dining experience.

WSKY LOUNGE

228 Northeast 2nd Street • 606-7171 WSKY Lounge is Oklahoma City’s premier whisky club, with over 250 bottles of whisky and almost 400 spirits, alongside a robust selection of classic cocktails, beer, wine and a worldclass menu of small plate cuisine. They also offer an exceptional variety of the finest cigars available, with a state-of-the-art air filtration system for the comfort of non-smoking guests. Located in the historic capital of OKC’s jazz community, they celebrate the best in jazz live in the Lounge every Monday. Named WSKY in homage to radio stations of yesteryear. Welcome to Deep Deuce’s destination for brand new old school cool.

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00 Park for Her is a ‘pioneer member’ of the Downtown OKC renaissance. Aptly located at street level in the Robinson Renaissance Tower, at corner of Park and Robinson, entrepreneur Jan Smith has created a bold new retail store designed for todays’ woman. Featuring lines including Ecru to Nicole Miller, to Wilt, 200 Park for Her has something for every woman from corporate to comfy casual, and continue to expand their selections. In fact, the store has recently expanded to include a new shoe boutique that fills the need for both casual and dressy designer footwear. Jan’s unique designers can take complete care of a woman’s fashion needs from a day at work or fun and then on to an evening out. The store carries sleepwear and under garments for the woman visiting OKC that may have left some of her essentials at home. 200 Park also carries many accessories including items from Alexis Bittar, Vanessa Mooney, and Virgins Saints and Angels to name a few. The store also features a fabulous collection of very unique and affordable jewelry lines including Sergio Guiterrez liquid metal, that make great gifts or for the woman that needs to add a little extra bling to an outfit. 200 Park for Her offers an expansive selection of dresses in the most popular colors and fabrics this season. From classic designs by Nicole Miller to more contemporary lines including Analili, Tibi and Ecru, 200 Park for Her has the latest designs. From business, glamorous nights out, comfy nights in and casual days out on the town 200 Park has her covered!

Fall weather in Oklahoma is very unpredictable, temperatures will vary by nearly 50 degrees in a few days. If you forgot shorts, casual shirts and tees, or maybe something a little warmer, 200 Park for Her has the answer. They also feature one of the largest selections of denim and denim lines in Oklahoma City. If it’s hot, the latest trend, the must have of the season - no matter how you say it, 200 Park for Her has it. 200 Park for Her also has the reading glasses you need, featuring the very cute and popular Eyebobs.

Shoes! One can never have enough shoes. The new shoe boutique at 200 Park for Her offers name brands including Dolce Vita, Donald Pliner, BCBG, Pour la Victorie, and Sam Edelman. The shoe lines feature boots, heels, and flats, from casual to formal, in the latest fashion offered anywhere in the state.

200 Park for Her is open Monday thru Friday from 10:00 to 5:30 and Saturday 11 to 4. For hours and more information, call the store, 405-601-6110 or visit www.200parkforher.com

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ne of the most dramatic pieces of the $10 million expansion to the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is an old, faded yellow car so worn out and rough looking that one owner called it a “roach mobile.” The last owner of the 1977 Mercury Marquis paid $300 for it.

That last owner was Oklahoma City bomber Timothy James McVeigh and the Marquis is his infamous getaway car. An alert state trooper noticed the car had no license tag and pulled McVeigh over along Interstate 35 north of Oklahoma City 75 minutes after the explosion. The rest is history.

The Museum this year opened new wings dedicated to the story of how McVeigh and co-conspirator Terry Nichols were brought to justice. The new wings focus on the investigators, prosecutors, judges and defense attorneys behind the justice process as well as the key evidence and witnesses.

“The Memorial Museum now includes hundreds of new artifacts, oral histories and new technologies that allow us to tell the story in a way that will engage visitors, especially young people, like never before,” said Kari Watkins, executive director. “A trip to the renovated Museum is like a new experience, even for repeat guests.”

One of the most moving new spots in the Museum is an overlook of the Memorial grounds. Here, visitors almost always become silent as they gaze at the Field of Empty Chairs where the Murrah Building once stood and where 168 people lost their lives.

All the renovations were completed in time for April 19, the 20th anniversary of the bombing.

The Oklahoma City National Memorial &Museum is at 620 North Harvey Avenue. The Memorial is open around the clock. The Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. The last ticket to the Museum is sold at 5 p.m. seven days a week. Ror more information call 405-235-3313 or visit www. oklahomacitynationalmemorial.org.

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erhaps the hottest night spot in town, WSKY Lounge celebrates cigars, whiskey and jazz. Located in the historic capital of OKC’s jazz community Deep Deuce, WSKY is a trip back in time. It has the feel of a 30s-style jazz, cigar and whiskey bar. In fact, the name WSKY pays homage to radio stations of yesteryear. WSKY is housed in a two-story building at 228 NE 2 in the Deep Deuce District. The building opened as the M&M Hotel in 1924, one of the first all-black hotels to open in the city in an era of segregation. The building was renamed the Littlepage Hotel in 1935, and over the years it became known as the headquarters for the Oklahoma City Blue Devils jazz band, and as lodging for African American legends and hosted jazz greats Charlie Christian, Duke Ellington and Count Basie, the Oklahoma City Blue Devils, crooner Nat King Cole, boxer Joe Louis and baseball legend Jackie Robinson. The vibe is upscale yet relaxed, with Classic jazz – live jazz every Monday - filling the room. Bartenders craft classic cocktails just a few feet away from OKC’s only walk-in cigar humidor. The humidor features 50 cigar selections on a regular rotation. A handcrafted bar displays 400 spirits and 200 varieties of whiskey.

In addition to a full flight of appetizers the lounge features great entrees including the Wsky Slider – a House Made Patty with Smoked Cheddar, Candied Bacon, Fried Onion Strings and Honey Bourbon Sauce. Another great choice is the French Lucy – a house-made patty stuffed with Swiss cheese, topped with Guinness caramelized onions and mushrooms with roasted garlic aioli. If you love Mac and Cheese – they feature five distinct versions - traditional, white, fire, Lefty’s and bbq. WSKY is located 228 NE 2nd Street in downtown OKC. The lounge limits the number of customers to available seating and is open 7 days a week from 3pm to 2 am. For directions and more information call 405-606-7171 or visit wskylounge.com.

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200 Park for Her - 601-6110 Abuelos - 235-1422 ACM @ UCO - 974-4700 Aloft Hotel - 605-2100 Ambassador Hotel - 600-6200 Banjo Museum - 604-2793 Bass Pro - 218-5200 Bourbon Street Cafe’ - 232-6666 Bricktown Brewery - 232-2739 Bricktown Candy Co. 600-9009 Broadway Wine Merchants - 231-0031 Cafe Dó Brasil - 525-9779 Chelino’s Mexican Restaurant - 235-3533 Colcord Hotel - 601-4300 Courtyard Marriot Hotel - 232-2290 Coyote Ugly - 602-8459 Crabtown - 232-7227 Earl’s Rib Palace - 272-9898 Hampton Inn & Suites - 232-3600 Harkins Theatre - 231-4747 Henry Hudson’s - 605-4995 Hideaway Pizza - 796-7777 Hilton Garden Inn - 270-0588 Holiday Inn Express- 778-8100 Homewood Suites - 232-3200 Hooters - 231-1100 Ice House - 232-6427 Iguana Mexican Grill - 606-7172 IHOP - 231-4467 In the Raw - 702-1325 JJ’s Alley - 605-4543 KD’s Southern Cuisine - 701-3535

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Shopping ANTIQUES

VERDIGRIS- EXQUISITE ANTIQUITY

415 NW 7th Street • (405)602-8986 A true antique lover’s paradise, Verdigris has an ever-changing worldly collection of the unusual. Contributed to by multiple collectors, the treasures include everything from home furnishings to rare china, collectibles to architectural pieces, eclectic travel trunks to natural elements. Located two blocks North of downtown, Come explore this trove of treasures for yourself! You may just find something you can’t live without.

ART GALLERIES

THE HOWELL GALLERY

6432 North Western Avenue • 840-4437 The Howell Gallery represents fine original art by regionally and nationally recognized artists together with exciting works by new emerging artists. Paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, and acrylic mediums are featured together with bronzes, hand-blown glass, ceramic, stone and marble work, and unique wood turnings. Visit our gallery Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm or visit us online at www.howellgallery.com

RETAIL AND SPECIALTY 200 PARK FOR HER

119 N. Robinson • 601-6110 200 Park For Her, on the corner of Park and Robinson boasts a large variety of clothing and accessories, including suiting, business casual, denim, jewelry, comfy casual, sleepwear and lingerie. 200 Park for Her is an awesome addition to the downtown lifestyle, and frequented by the women from OKC and beyond. www.200parkforher.com

BROADWAY WINE MERCHANTS

827 North Broadway • 231-0031 Located at 8th and Broadway in the historical Automobile Alley district, a few blocks north of downtown hotels. Whether you’re looking for a simple, inexpensive chardonnay for the hotel room - or a bottle of Dom Perignon for a celebration – they have it. The store also offers

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the traditional “liquor store” selection of spirits and almost every beer available in Oklahoma.

CROSS BAR GALLERY

1400 S. Agnew • -239-2104 Cross Bar Gallery features handcrafted furniture, art, saddles, and tack from the American West. Now with convenient locations near the Fairgrounds and in the Stockyards, almost all products sold by Cross Bar Gallery are made in the U.S. Check out custom artwork by G. Harvey, Martin Grell, Bruce Green, and Kenneth Wyatt, jewelry by Bob Berg, bronze sculptures by C.R. Morrison, and over 200 Brazilian cowhides. Open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm. Closed Sunday. Visitors may also shop online at www.crossbargallery.com.

OKLAHOMA NATIVE ART AND JEWELRY

2225 Exchange Ave. • Stockyards • 604-9800 Oklahoma Native Art and Jewelry is Oklahoma City's premiere Native American unique arts store. In the heart of the Stockyards, it houses the rare works of over 63 well-known Native American artists and craftsmen. Authentic Native American and Western artworks including sculpture, jewelry, kachinas, Cherokee baskets, handcrafted pottery, patinings and more.

PAINTED DOOR

124 E Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-4410. Come and Enjoy a wonderful shopping experience at Painted Door, where everyone will find the perfect gift for themselves and that Special someone. From inside Nonna’s Euro American Ristorante and Bar, the entrance to Painted Door is located next to the Grand Staircase, or just enter through the “Painted Door” off Sheridan Avenue. Specialty gifts and accessories at their finest!

SANTA FE COMPANY

4141 West Reno • 947-1990 Experience the finest in Southwest interiors and high-quality Mexican furniture with upholstered, iron and other pieces. Santa Fe Company features a wide variety of lighting, rugs, tableware, pottery, artifacts, art, bedding, other items for the home, in addition to jewelry and gifts

WESTERN WEAR SHEPLERS

812 S. Meridian • 947-6831 It’s your country, your way at Sheplers and sheplers.com. We’ve been providing the largest selection of traditional and fashionable western wear since 1899. Sheplers carries all of the brands you know and love. For work, play or every day shop Sheplers for your kind of country.

TENER'S

4320 W. Reno • 946-5500 I-35 and 12th Street Moore • 793-0900 3309 North Kickapoo Shawnee • 275-8010 Since the 1930’s Tener's Western Outfitters has offered cowboys and cowgirls the latest styles in western wear, the best in name brand choice. Teners is truly one of the most unique western stores in the country with a complete selection of quality western wear.

REGIONAL SHOPPING MALLS PENN SQUARE

1901 N.W. Expwy • 842-4424 Dillard's, Macy's, and J.C. Penney. Features 140 specialty shops including Abercrombie and Fitch.

QUAIL SPRINGS MALL

Memorial and N. May • 755-6530 Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears and J. C. Penney’s, as well as numerous specialty shops, Retro food court in front of a multi-screen theatre.

THE OUTLET SHOPPES

7624 West Reno • 787-3700 Located on I-40, The Outlet Shoppes offers a variety of 85 stores including Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Nike, Coach, and Disney. Dining options include local favorites Smashburger, City Bites and more! Free Wifi and phone charging stations are available in the Food Court.

Urban Johnnie is OKC’s newest hotspot for lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Located two blocks north of Bricktown, Urban Johnnie has an upbeat atmosphere and a passion for excellence that oozes from every drink and dish. Urban Johnnie has quickly become a local favorite for happy hour fun and live sports viewing. with two floors, each with it’s own bartop, a plethera of flat screen tv’s and courteous attentive service, it is easy to see that Urban Johnnie will quickly become a favorite for visitors to Oklahoma City.

Urban Johnnie is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week and is located in the Deep Deuce District (two blocks north of Bricktown) at 121 NE 2nd st. check it out online at www.urbanjohnnie.com or call (405) 208-4477. Oklahoma City KEY • May 2015

very City has an iconic restaurant – the one that is the fabric of the community - the restaurant that is the locals “go to” place for great atmosphere, service and consistency - but most importantly great food. In Oklahoma City, that restaurant is The George Prime Steakhouse.

The George is a fine dining restaurant located atop the historic Founders Tower and boasts the best 360 degree views of the city. Located on the 20th floor the views, including spectacular views of downtown, the State Capitol and Lake Hefner, are as incredible as the hand-crafted drinks and entrees. The George features an impressive wine list with extensive wines by the glass. The wine room, a section of the dining room, is surrounded by wine walls. The working display is incredible and features over 1000 bottles of wine representing more than 450 labels.

The George Prime Steakhouse lives up to their name. Veteran Chef Chad Willis, with an outstanding reputation for precision and consistency, showcases both prime and Wagyu beef and is the centerpiece of the menu. You’ll find those prime cuts ranging from a 7-ounce filet to a 32-ounce Cowboy rib-eye with various sizes in between. Wagyu is offered in a New York strip and rib-eye. The restaurant doesn’t live by beef alone. Entrée choices include Salmon, Duck Breast, Roasted Chicken and Rigatoni among others. Pastry chef Shelby Sieg creates amazing desserts to finish your meal. Her house-made doughnuts, ice cream and caramel might be the most “ooh-and-ahh” provoking, but it doesn’t stop there. Other great choices include hazelnut cremeux and caramelized white chocolate served with apple cider sorbet.

The George is open Monday through Saturday. The bar opens at 5 p.m., the dining room at 5:30 p.m. Walk-ups are welcome but reservation is suggested by calling 405-242-4761. The George is located at 5900 Mosteller Drive (Between United Founders Blvd and N May Ave) atop Founders Tower.

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