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,
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Mick Cornett, Mayor
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Oklahoma City: The Newest Frontier KEY Feature: Stella Modern Italian Cuisine City Sources What to See & Do KEY Editor’s Pick: Oklahoma Native Art Entertainment Districts Calendar of Events KEY Nightlife: Coyote Ugly Saloon KEY Dining: Park House Dining Guide Clubs and Entertainment KEY Shopping: Bricktown Candy Company Key Casino: Grand Casino KEY Editor’s Pick: Urban Johnnie Restuarant Oklahoma City Map KEY Theatre: Phantom Of The Opera Downtown Map Shopping KEY Editor’s Pick: Broadway Wine Merchant KEY Adventure: Oklahoma River Cruises KEY Editor’s Pick: Put A Cork In It
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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.
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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? 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.
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.
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.
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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 $3 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 Houston Astros 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 this $23 million project will continue through 2011. Shops, restaurants and entertainment, hiking and biking trails, and park areas are part of this developing 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 trolley system, the Oklahoma Spirit, covers a three-mile area and loops
through downtown with an additional segment of the trolley system linking the Meridian area hotels, state fairgrounds an Stockyards area with downtown and Bricktown. The unique streetcars offer 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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The creation of owner Lori Tyler, Stella has established itself as a destination in the city’s Midtown district by offering delicious, modern takes on Italian classics in a neighborhood restaurant just minutes away from downtown and Bricktown. Lori Tyler realized a lifelong dream of owning her own restaurant when she opened Stella in April 2010. She chose a location blocks away from her own home because her dream was always to create a neighborhood restaurant where friends, family, and customers could gather to experience dining, not just grab a meal. “When I studied in Rome, I was impressed with the way Italian people experienced a meal,” Tyler said. “They didn’t just rush through the meal; they enjoyed the wine, the conversation, the presence of friends. It’s what I wanted to replicate with Stella.” Tyler spent many years opening and managing some of Oklahoma City’s best restaurants, but her goal was always to open her own place. To ensure easy access and proximity to her own Heritage Hills neighborhood, Tyler chose Midtown as the location. Midtown has experienced a renaissance in the past decade. Beautiful, old buildings have been refurbished, professionals and creative types are moving in, and a thriving dining and night life scene is emerging. The proximity to downtown-Thunder games are three minutes away--and abundant parking make Midtown a convenient destination before a game or event. One of those beautiful, old buildings is Stella’s home. In the early 1920s, Anderson-Prichard built the facility as a gas station to service the neighborhood. Prior to 1930, oil companies were experimenting with service stations in residential areas. To attract customers, they chose large corner lots and erected attractive buildings, very unlike the service stations we know today. The building has been re-envisioned many times over the decades, but the basic structure remains intact, including the bay doors which are now large picture windows.
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To oversee the transition of the building to Stella’s beautiful interior, Lori hired well-known interior designer Alice Cottrell. In her nearly three decades of work, Cottrell has worked with Donald Trump and the St. Regis Hotel. She has been featured in Elle Decor, Paper City, Texas Monthly, and Metropolitan Home. The heart of Stella is the food, though. Lori works in conjunction with Chef Sam Salinas, Sous Chef Melissa Aust and their experienced kitchen staff to develop menu items that are fresh, local, and seasonal. The menu changes each season but some features and customer favorites, like the amazing Osso Bucco, remain year round, but most of the items change quarterly. The winter menu began mid January and is the first menu for Chef Sam to be responsible for since joining the Stella staff in early December. At the end of Stella’s beautiful bar is the brick oven where the Roman-style (thin crust) pizzas are made. The menu always contains several pizza choices, but guests are free to design their own pies. The menu also features appetizers, salads, soups, pasta dishes, seafood, and steak. You won’t find lasagna or spaghetti on the menu; this is modern Italian, after all, but the pasta dishes are hearty, creative, and delicious. Stella also offers aperitivo which in Italy is a gathering before a meal which can last hours. Aperitif may be compared to the British habit of stopping by a pub after work on your way home
but still, it is something different in Italy and at Stella because, of course, Italians always concentrate on food. The best bars in Milan are constantly competing to organize the best known aperitivo in the city and Stella is competing against them in Oklahoma City. Tuesday through Friday from 4-6:30 guests that choose to enjoy the bartop dining can order off the “bartop menu” that offers a changing selection of half price pizzas, appetizers and a daily $4 chef’s choice. Neighborhood residents and downtown employees on their way home all enjoy the feel of the bar where they can visit with friends and make new friends. For business travelers and conventioneers, Stella is open for lunch every day except Monday and Saturday. Its location in Midtown makes it a convenient lunch destination from downtown hotels, the convention center, and the fairgrounds. Three major interstates are only minutes away. A separate lunch menu (and brunch on Sunday) features items priced reasonably from $8-14. Dress at Stella is eclectic. Lori wants guests to feel comfortable in jeans and tee shirts before the game or in evening attire before the Philharmonic. Dressed up or dressed down, everyone will be made to feel welcome and comfortable.
Stella is open Tuesday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oklahoma City KEY • September 2014
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Did You Know? Myriad Botanical Gardens has more than 1,200 species of plants in the Crystal Bridge, representing plants
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
from every continent in the world except Antarctica– including more than 2,500 orchids.
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 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 Veteran’s 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)433-7300 Delta..........................................................(800)221-1212 Southwest..................................................(800)435-9792 United........................................................(800)241-6522 Frontier................................................(800)432-1359
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Wiley Post Airport..............................................789-4061 Will Rogers World Airport Paging.....................680-3317 Police.....................680-3233 Travelers Aid. ........680-3317 Oklahoma City KEY • September 2014
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ENTERTAINMENT Tickets and Information Ballet Oklahoma.........................................848-8637 Black Liberated Arts Center............................232-2522 Barons Hockey ..............................................232-4625 Bricktown Brawlers.........................................602-8557 Canterbury Choral Society...............................232-7464 Carpenter Square Theatre................................232-6500 Chesapeake Arena..........................................602-8500 Civic Center Music Hall..................................297-2584 COX Business Center......................................297-3300 Lyric Theatre...................................................524-9312 National Cowboy Museum.............................478-2250 Oklahoma State Capital..................................521-3356 Science Museum of Oklahoma........................602-6664 OKC Museum of Art......................................236-3100 OKC Philharmonic.........................................842-5387 Oklahoma Opry...............................................632-8322 Oklahoma City Redhawks..............................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
Above: Dancers performing at Red Earth Festival
Lake Hefner Golf Course (36 holes) 4491 S. Lake Hefner Road • 843-1565 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 Oklahoma City KEY • September 2014
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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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When you mosey down the sidewalk of the Stockyards District, you’ll feel like you stepped back in time 100 years. Take time to enjoy one of the most unique shopping opportunities in Oklahoma City - Oklahoma Native Art and Jewelry. Owned Mario and Yolanda While Antelope, the Gallery features their creations including Mario’s custom jewelry - blending Southwest
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turquoise with gold and silver to produce one-of-a-kind pieces. In addition to jewelry, the gallery features Yolanda’s horsehair pottery, paintings and three-dimensional works. Alongside their creations, the Gallery features works by Virginia Stroud (Cherokee), Thompson Williams (Caddo), and Tim Tate Nevaquaya (Comanche) among others. Oklahoma Native Art and Jewelry is located at 1316 South Agnew in Stockyards City. Fro more information visit www.oknativeart.com or call 405-604-9800.
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 • September 2014
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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: $14.95 Seniors: $11.95 Children: $11.95 General Admission - Adults: $10.95 Seniors: $8.95 Children: $8.95 Dome Theater Only - Adults: $8.45 Seniors: $6.95 Children: $6.95 Oklahoma City KEY • September 2014
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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.
BRICKTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT Just east of Downtown is Bricktown, Oklahoma City's renovated ware house district. When the area was built back at the
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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.
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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.
PASEO DISTRICT The Historic Paseo District is a part of Oklahoma City that time forgot - but the arts remembered. The gateway to this historic district is considered to be NW 30th and Shartel. The Paseo was built in 1929 as the first commercial shop-
ping district north of downtown Oklahoma City. This little Spanish village with its stucco buildings and clay tile roofs is the home of Oklahoma City’s artists’ community. On this little tree lined street you will find painters, potters, photographers, writers, and actors. Within the two blocks of the Paseo you can visit a stained glass works, a pottery studio, watch a painter at work, see a performance of a children's theater group, have dinner, and shop.
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 live-
stock market, Stockyards City is the “genuine article” and a "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.
WESTERN AVENUE DISTRICT Just north of downtown, beginning at 36th street and continuing north to Wilshire, this historic area is an eclectic collection of restaurants, antique shops, home furnishing specialty stores, personal services, art galleries and retail shops. Frequently referred to by locals as “Restaurant Row”, Western Avenue features almost every cuisine at trendy establishments ranging from casual to elegant. Western Avenue is an older commercial strip that still maintains some of its 1940’s atmosphere with the feel and charm of a small town main street. The district also features unique shopping opportunities with hip stores, antique stores, boutiques, galleries, spas and upscale shopping. Independently owned restaurants and clubs, live music, entertainment and
shopping make this area a fun place to browse.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING EVENTS & EXHIBITS ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Thru 9/1 Oklahoma Quarter Horse Foundation - Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, Shawnee 949-392-2081 www.OKFQHR.com Thru 9/6 Exhibit: “Shifting Frontiers” Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum - www.oklahomaheritage.com Thru 9/6 Oktoberfest - Choctaw Creek Park 405-390-8647, www.oldgermany.com Thru 9/14 Exhibit: “Oil and Wood: George Bogart and Jim Henkle” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 9/30 Exhibit: Kachina from the Red Earth Collection - Red Earth Museum & Gallery - 405-427-5228 www.redearth.org Thru 10/12 Helen Frankenthaler’s “Head of the Meadow” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 10/31 Stingray Bay at the OKC Zoo Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-424-3344 www.okczoo.com Media contact: Candice Rennels, 405-425-0298 Thru 12/31 Exhibit: “Oklahoma @ the Movies” Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0784 www.okhistory.org SEPTEMBER
9/1 Free First Monday - Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman 405-325-4712 www.SamNobleMuseum.org 9/2 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/3-6 Pottawatomie County Free Fair Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center Shawnee - 405-273-6092 www.freefair.org 9/5 Sunset Cruise - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/5 The Oak Ridge Boys: Boys Night Out Riverwind Casino, Norman 405-322-6464 www.riverwind.com 9/5 First Friday Shawnee - Downtown Shawnee 405-273-6092 www.downtownartsok.com 9/5-6 Mustang Western Days Celebration Mustang - 405-376-2758 mustangchamber.publishpath.com/western-days 9/6 Bluegrass Dock Party & River Cruise Meridian Landing - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/6 Lazy E Red Dirt Qualifier - Lazy E Arena, Guthrie 405-282-RIDE www.lazye.com 9/6 Septemberfest Governor’s Mansion 405-478-2250 www.nationalcowboymuseum.com 9/6 Broadway Tonight: Savion Glover in Solo in Time - UCO - Mitchell Hall Theater,
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9/6-7 Bank of America Museums on Us Weekend - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - 405-478-2250 www.nationalcowboymuseum.org 9/7 Sunday Twilight Concert Series featuring Justin Young Band - Jazz - Myriad Garden's Great Lawn Stage - 405-270-4848 www.artscouncilokc.com. 9/7 Last day of 2014 Season at White Water Bay - White Water Bay - 405-478-2140 WhiteWaterBay.com 9/9 Tuesday Noon Concerts - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/9 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/11-21 Oklahoma State Fair - State Fair Park 405-946-7400 www.okstatefair.com 9/12 Second Friday Circuit of Art - Mainsite Art Gallery, Norman - 405-593-9060 www.2ndfridaynorman.com 9/12 Sunset Cruise - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/12-11/1 Route 44 - A Journey - UCO Edmond - www.uco.edu/cfad/events/all 9/13 Last day of Wild West Water Works at Frontier City - Frontier City - 405-478-2140 FrontierCity.com
9/13 Bluegrass Dock Party & River Cruise Meridian Landing - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/13 Pond Build: Free Workshop - Pond Pro Shop, Shawnee - 405-273-8363 www.pondproshop.com 9/13-14 Sooner POA Horse Show Grady County Fairgrounds, Chickasha 405-812-3657 9/13-10/26 From Tusks to Treasure: Ivory from the Milligan-Kirkpatrick Collection Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, Shawnee 405-878-5300 www.mgmoa.org 9/14 Sunday Twilight Concert Series featuring Storyville Scoundrels - Swing Myriad Garden's Great Lawn Stage 405-270-4848 www.artscouncilokc.com. 9/15 Kelli O’ Hara and Ted Sperling Armstrong Auditorium, Edmond 405-285-1010 www.ArmstrongAudiorium.org 9/16 Tuesday Noon Concerts - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/16 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/17 Oklahoma Super Trade Show - Cox Convention Center - 405-602-8500 www.coxconventioncenter.com 9/19 Sunset LIVE featuring ACM@UCO Bricktown Landing, Oklahoma City 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/20 28th Annual Renaissance Run 5K Nick Harroz Community Center, Midwest City - 405-739-1293 midwestcityok.org
9/20 Downtown Edmond Historic Tours Downtown Edmond - 405-285-9700 9/20 Bluegrass Dock Party & River Cruise Meridian Landing - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/20 Shawnee Music Festival - Downtown Shawnee - www.downtownartsok.com 9/21 Sunday Twilight Concert Series featuring Empire State Band - Rock/Jazz Myriad Garden's Great Lawn Stage 405-270-4848 www.artscouncilokc.com 9/23 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/23 Tuesday Noon Concerts - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/23-25 OML Annual Conference - Cox Convention Center - 405-602-8500 www.coxconventioncenter.com 9/26 Rock Island Arts Festival 2014 Train Depot, Chickasha - 405-999-0008 9/26 Brian McKnight - Grand Casino, Shawnee 405-964-7777 www.grandboxoffice.com. 9/26-28 Day Out with Thomas: Tour 2014 Oklahoma Railway Museum, Oklahoma City 405-424-8222 oklahomarailwaymuseum.org 9/27 Stockyards Stampede - Stockyards City, Oklahoma City - 405-235-7267 www.stockyardscity.org
9/27 Bison Bicycle Classic - Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee - 405-432-9007 www.okbu.edu 9/27 Antique & Vintage Market Downtown historic Guthrie, Guthrie 405-623-1361 9/27 Santa Fe Homecoming - Santa Fe Depot Museum, Shawnee - 405-275-8412 www.santafedepotmuseum.org 9/27 Bluegrass Dock Party & River Cruise - Meridian Landing - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 9/27 Family Workshop: Walk on the Wild Side! - Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman 405-325-4712 www.SamNobleMuseum.org
9/28 Science in Action & Object I.D. Day Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman 405-325-4712 www.SamNobleMuseum.org 9/28 Sunday Twilight Concert Series featuring Gregory Jerome feat. Special Guest Classical Hip Hop - Myriad Garden's Great Lawn Stage - 405-270-4848, www.artscouncilokc.com. 9/30 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 9/30 Tuesday Noon Concerts - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma
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ocated in the heart of Bricktown, Coyote Ugly Oklahoma City opened its doors to capacity crowds, with the world famous ‘Coyotes’ entertaining the thirsty patrons! As the doors opened – the Coyotes immediately jumped onto the bar and danced to a mix of classic and hard rock while the crowd cheered them. ‘Welcome to Coyote Ugly!’ yelled founder Liliana Lovell.
Coyote Ugly’s founder Liliana ‘Lil’ Lovell grew up in a lower middle class family in New Rochelle, New York and worked two jobs to pay for a private high-school education and put gas in her ‘67 VW Bug. After graduation, Lil was bound for NYU. It was during her college years – she learned her business acumen. Coyote Ugly Saloon first opened its doors to the public in Manhattan, on January 27th, 1993 and was an instant success. She had perfected her business plan - beautiful girls + booze = money. Coyote Ugly Saloon quickly established itself in the hearts of New Yorkers as their preeminent drinking establishment. Coyote Ugly gained national attention in early 1997 when a story called “The Muse of the Coyote Ugly Saloon” written by former Coyote bartender Elizabeth Gilbert for GQ magazine, shined a spotlight on the little bar in the East Village. Shortly after that, Hollywood came knocking and the movie rights to Lil's story were sold. “Coyote Ugly” opened in September 2000, has grossed over $100 million and a worldwide audience quickly learned what the phrase “We don’t serve water here!” meant. What makes this saloon different than most bars, is the sexy and sassy “coyotes” that pour drinks while keeping a beat from behind AND on top of the bar! The “coyotes” use the bar top as their stage for high energy singing of your favorite tunes and pulse raising dancing performances. Lil’s Coyote Ugly Saloons are still run with the same mission statement: Quick wit, unshakable assurance, and the ability to take your last dollar, has made Coyote Ugly what it is today. You saw the movie – you loved the reality show – now is your chance to experience the real thing. Coyote Ugly Saloon is located at 121 East California on the Bricktown Canal. For more information call 405-602-UGLY or visit www.coyoteuglysaloon.com.
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ABUELO’S MEXICAN FOOD EMBASSY 117 E. Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-1422 3001 West Memorial Road • 755-2680 Walking into Abuelo’s is like stepping into Old Mexico - in a very posh part of town. From the award-winning recipes to the magnificent interior courtyard, Abuelo's is truly the best of Mexico.
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.
CIMARRON STEAK HOUSE 201 N. Meridian • 948-7778 Cimarron is the biggest Steak House in Oklahoma City, (big in size, not in price). You can get steak, chicken, ribs or seafood cooked over an open mesquite fire. Located near the State Fairgrounds, Cimarron Steak House is ideal for families looking for affordable steaks.
THE COACH HOUSE 6437 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza • 842-1000 Since 1985, The Coach House has been considered Oklahoma City's finest upscale restaurant. Under the experienced hand of Chef Kurt Fleischfresser, The Coach House offers an ever-changing seasonal cuisine highlighting the best local produce and regional specialties, prepared with classical perfection.
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.
IGUANA MEXICAN GRILL Nine Northwest Ninth Street • 606-7172 Located just nine blocks north of downtown is what the locals know as "the little taco stand down by the railroad tracks". Iguana is home to over 125 tequilas and the freshest salsa you will ever eat. Located in a small old warehouse in Historic Automobile Alley, come enjoy a margarita and our unique Mexican cuisine.
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!
KONA RANCH STEAKHOUSE 2037 S. Meridian • 681-1000 One of Oklahoma City’s best-kept secrets, Kona Ranch features corn fed, specifically aged USDA Choice steaks, skillfully broiled to your liking. Kona specialties include volcano onions, coconut shrimp, smoked prime rib and smoked turkey. Oklahoma City KEY • September 2014
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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.
MUSASHI’S 4315 N. Western • 602-5623 A japanese steakhouse honoring Miyamoto Musashi, the legendary samurai. Here you will be amazed watching your chef perform tricks while preparing your food. Come enjoy our open atmosphere restaurant as we guarantee you'll enjoy some of the finest cuisine and entertainment around.
1 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 235-4410 Nonna’s, located in the “Heart of Bricktown” in a 90+ year old warehouse is 3 floors of part art gallery, part bakery, part fine dining, and pure fun! From top to bottom it offers an eclectic atmosphere featuring Euro-American cuisine.
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.
SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE 101 E. Sheridan Ave. • Bricktown • 235-0402 Every day they roll hundreds of meatballs by hand, prepare sauces from scratch, & layer lasagna with fresh meats, cheeses, noodles, spices, & sauce.
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 Oklahoma City KEY • September
TOBY KEITH’S “I LOVE THIS BAR & GRILL 310 Johnny Bench Dr. • Bricktown • 231-0254 Welcome! Kick up your heels and head down to the best honky-tonk in town. Enjoy over 100 pieces of Toby Keith memorabilia including signed guitars, platinum records and clothing Keith wore in videos. Take a seat on one of our “Redneck Loveseats” and get ready to Love This Bar and Grill. Open Daily at 11a.m.
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Bricktown ~ On the Canal • 604-5384 Yucatan Taco Stand proudly features the freshest Latin fusion cuisine in a fast casual setting. We are famous for our award winning tacos, signature nachos and world class margaritas as well our bold Latin inspired dishes. Yucatan Taco Stand features both indoor and outdoor dining options where patrons can experience fast casual elegance surrounded by lively music. For the tequila lovers, Yucatan Taco Stand offers more than seventy five different premium 100% agave tequilas and award winning made from scratch margaritas.
CLUBS & ENTERTAINMENT CITYWALK 70 North Oklahoma • Bricktown • 232-9255 9 clubs in one, 9 times the fun. Citywalk offers the perfect destination for even the most discriminating clubgoers. From country and western to top 40, techno to discotech, and karaoke. Arrive early or expect a wait. Open Friday and Saturday nights.
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 ‘Coyotes’ entertaining the thirsty patrons! Enjoy the Coyotes sing and dance on the bar to a mix of classic and hard rock.
MICHAEL MURPHY’S PIANO BAR 25 S. Oklahoma Ave. • Bricktown • 231-5397 Join the fun an Oklahoma City’s only dueling piano bar. Open Thursday thru Saturday at 7pm, Murphy’s brings the best of entertainers to the stage.
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klahoma City’s Bricktown Entertainment District is a must see while in town. The district is home to great restaurants, nightclubs and specialty stores. Bricktown Candy Company is one of the “must do’s” while visiting. It’s a step back in time and a trip down memory lane. Bricktown Candy Company features nostalgic favorites including salt water taffy, jelly bellies, lollypops and many more. They also feature over 150 flavors of glass bottle soda pop. Bricktown Candy also carries over 60 individual flavors of Italian gelato that are made locally by an Italian family who have been making gelato for over 100 years. The store keeps 24 of those flavors every day for you to choose. Since the beginning, the store has been an attraction for visitors to Bricktown. That success lead to the purchase Triple AAA Soda Company in 2012. Triple AAA was bottled in Oklahoma City from 1937 until 1974. After extensive research, they were able to purchase the brand - and recipes - that made Triple AAA Root Beer a classic. Bricktown Candy Company currently offers five flavors of pop including Kola, Cream Soda, Cherry, Orange Cream, and their signature Triple AAA Root Beer. Visitors will also enjoy browsing through the newest addition to the business, a gift shop, Around Oklahoma. The store features products exclusively made in Oklahoma. Whether you are from Oklahoma and feel the Okie pride or if you are a visitor looking for the perfect souvenir to take home, Around Oklahoma carries all things Oklahoma including tee-shirts, gift baskets, pickled asparagus, BBQ sauces, soaps, candles and much more. Bricktown Candy Company is fun for the whole family. The Store is located at 100 East California in the Bricktown Entertainment District. For more information call 405-600-9009 or visit www.bricktowncandy.com.
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rand Casino, located 20 minutes east of Oklahoma City on I-40 at exit 178 in Shawnee, is a mecca of entertainment. This month is no exception with Grammy nominated Brian McKnight Friday, September 26. As an artist who needs no introduction, Brian McKnight has earned himself a spot in contemporary music history. He has released 13 albums to date, with several going 2 and 3x platinum, and he has sold over 20 million albums worldwide. In addition to being a singer, songwriter and producer, McKnight is also a multi-instrumentalist who plays nine instruments including piano, guitar, bass, drums, percussions, trombone, tuba, flugelhorn and trumpet. In an industry known for a constantly revolving door of artists, McKnight has easily established himself with an enviable record of chart consistency, has toured successfully for over a decade, and has collaborated with performers across every genre including Quincy Jones, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Diddy, Christina Aguilera, Rascal Flatts, Nelly, Vanessa Williams, Willie Nelson and Kenny G. Grand Casino features over 125,000 square feet of gaming, including a variety of slot machines and more than 100 table games. Even the most seasoned player will enjoy Blackjack, Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em, Three Card Poker, Craps, Spinnette (Roulette), Pai Gow and Mini Baccarat. With four different restaurants, finding the perfect place to eat is a piece of cake! Choose from the Grand Buffet‘s all-you-can-eat buffet, the Grandstand Sports Grille’s wall to wall plasma screens and gourmet hamburgers, the Roasted Bean Café with fresh baked desserts, freshly ground gourmet coffee and specialty drinks or the Fire & Ice Bar for great cocktail. The new Grand Hotel features a fourteen-story guestroom tower with 262 suites. Sporting the same architectural style as the casino, the 144,000 square foot hotel features a spa, a fitness center, and outdoor pool among the amenities. For concert tickets, room reservations or casino information, call 405-964-7777 or visit www.grandresortok.com
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.
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isitors to Oklahoma City can experience the spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at the Civic Center Music Hall through September 7. With newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design, this new version of PHANTOM, the most successful musical of all-time, will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this one of the largest productions on tour in North America. This new production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is directed by Laurence Conno with choreography by Scott Ambler, set design by Paul Brown, Tony® Award-winning original costume design by Maria Bjö rnson, lighting design by Tony® Award-winner Paule Constable, sound design by Mick Potter and musical supervision by John Rigby. The production is overseen by Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh. THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA has music by Andrew Lloyd Webber; lyrics are by Charles Hart (with additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe) and the book is by Richard Stilgoe and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Orchestrations are by David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Based on the classic novel Le Fantô me de L’Opé ra by Gaston Leroux, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents and by employing all of the devious methods at his command. Presented by Celebrity Attractions, The Phantom of the Opera’s performance schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Evenings at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday Evenings at 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Matinees at 2 p.m. and Sunday Evening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased via phone (405) 297-2264, in person at the Civic Center Music Hall Box Office or online at www.CelebrityAttractions.com.
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VERDIGRIS- EXQUISITE ANTIQUITY 1001 NW 10th St • (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 a few blocks west of downtown /Bricktown, and only a couple of miles east of Meridian. 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 the traditional “liquor store” selection of spirits and almost every beer available in Oklahoma.
CROSS BAR GALLERY 1400 S. Agnew • -239-2104 4312 W. Reno Avenue • 943-5600 Cross Bar Gallery features handcrafted furniture, art, saddles, and tack from the American
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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 and Sunday Noon to 6 pm at 4312 West Reno. (Closed Sunday at 1400 S. Agnew.) Visitors may also shop online at www.crossbargallery.com.
OKLAHOMA NATIVE ART AND JEWELRY 1316 S. Agnew • 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!
RAWHIDE WESTERN CULTURE 1007 N. Broadway Ave. • 405 236 4600 www.shoprawhide.com Whether you are looking to outfit yourself or your home, Rawhide is prepared for you. The store features the highest quality items in luxury Western home furnishings such as lighting and furniture made from naturally shed antlers or heavy authentic iron. Also available is high-end European framed furniture with rustic hair hide and tooled leathers to complete the look. Many furniture items available are made from reclaimed barn wood which provides a rich look with a little history of America attached. As you explore Rawhide you will also find beautiful handmade boots and handbags, fine turquoise jewelry, silver engraved buckles, embroidered clothing and rich leather shirt and jackets.
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.
A true urban pioneer - David Lack, a former wine broker and distributor, had the vision to open Broadway Wine Merchants near 8th and Broadway in the historical Automobile Alley district. He chose the location because it was convenient for downtown workers and just a few blocks north of downtown hotels – we like his location because it’s just a few blocks from our offices. As you walk through the door, the purple walls and rows of wine racks confirm your arrival at a store that is serious about their wine. A friendly greeting from behind the counter accompanies the intoxicatingly pleasant atmosphere. Broadway Wine Merchants features an expansive wine selection, spirits and beer and a knowledgeable staff to back them up. 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. David also offers the traditional “liquor store” selection of spirits and almost every beer available in Oklahoma. Broadway Wine Merchants is located at 824 North Broadway. The store is open Mon. thru Sat. 10am to 9pm (state law). For information, call 405-231-0031.
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he Oklahoma River is one of OKC’s most exciting destinations! It frequently receives worldwide acclaim as a venue for competitive water sport events, its incredible economic impact and its role in continuing Oklahoma City’s momentum for excellence. Based on the river, Oklahoma River Cruises is the way to discover some of Oklahoma City’s hidden treasures. River transit provides access to Historic Stockyards City, the bustling Meridian Corridor and the lush Regatta Park/Boathouse District. Since its creation in 2004, the Oklahoma River has steadily increased the number of attractions and activities including the recent launch of the zip line. Oklahoma River Cruises offers a variety of fun themed cruises. Oklahoma is known for its beautiful sunsets, and the Oklahoma River is one of the unique places to watch the sun settle into the horizon. Relax and recharge on the deck in the fresh Oklahoma breeze or inside the climatecontrolled cabin while on an hour and a half sunset cruise enjoying music, appetizers, soda and a cash bar. The cruises are scheduled every Friday and depart from the Regatta Park Landing at approximately 7:15. Specialty cruises during September feature the Bluegrass Cruise departing from the Meridian Landing on Saturday evenings throughout the month at 7pm. Enjoy a pre-cruise dock party with live entertainment from Xtreme Blugrass Band, food and fun. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling (405) 702-7755. Light snacks and a cash bar are included. Must be at least 21 years of age. Cruises take place on a climate-controlled, 65-foot cruiser. The boats travel through the only locks in the country not controlled by the Army Corps of Engineers. The locks are a smaller scale version of the types of locks in the Panama Canal. For reservations, a complete schedule of ferry river service and various themed cruises, call (405) 702-7755 or visit www.okrivercruises.com.
A winery in Bricktown? Hard to believe – but true. Put a Cork In It is a unique winery and tasting room. They let you taste their wines for free and hope you find one to call your favorite. They make, bottle and label their wines on premise, so if you want to watch or even help you're welcome to do that. You can even make, bottle and custom label a batch of wine of your own. Put A Cork In It uses juices from the finest varietal grapes to produce wines that are great for any occasion. Whether you enjoy a chilled glass of chardonnay, a smooth merlot, or a deliciously sweet light wine, they have one for you. Complimentary tastings are available to persons over 21. Once you find a wine you like, larger tastings are reasonably priced. You can even keep the glass as a souvenir for a small price. Of course, you also purchase and take your favorite wine home by the bottle or by the case. Put a Cork In It is located at 115 E. California in Bricktown on the canal level of the Miller-Jackson Building. The tasting room is open from 1-8 Wednesday & Thursday; 1-10 Friday & Saturday; and Sunday from 1-6. For more information. call 405.605.6656 or visit www.putacorkinitwinery.com
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