Although it was officially decommissioned in 1985, Route 66 continues to exert an influence on American travel and pop culture. Originally proposed by Oklahoma businessman Cyrus Avery, the 2448-mile stretch of highway from Chicago to Santa Monica – variously known by its highway number and literary metaphors like “Mother Road” – was commissioned on November […]
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WovenLife Adult Day Center Reopening
The Adult Day Center at WovenLife has reopened in northeast Oklahoma City after closing during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. To celebrate, the organization will host a Grand Reopening Open House from 4 to 6:30 p.m. May 21 at 701 NE 13th St. Guests can tour the facility, meet staff and learn more about the […]
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Calderón Dance Festival returns May 16
The fifth annual Calderón Dance Festival will bring a full day of movement, music and community to downtown Oklahoma City on Saturday, May 16 at Myriad Botanical Gardens. Presented with leadership support from OK Let’s Dance, the free festival celebrates dance culture through live performances, interactive classes and community-centered experiences open to all ages. The […]
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OCCC to Host Free Filmmaking Workshop Featuring Hollywood Industry Pros
Oklahoma City Community College will host A Story Lab for Filmmakers, a free three-day workshop designed for students and aspiring filmmakers interested in hands-on experience and insight from working industry professionals. The workshop will take place May 19-21 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Visual and Performing Arts Center on OCCC’s campus, 7777 […]
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OKC HP Commission announces 2026 preservation award winners
The Oklahoma City Historic Preservation Commission revealed its 2026 preservation award winners during a May 5 ceremony at the Oklahoma City Zoo. 2026 award winners: Colcord Award for Leadership in Preservation: The annual awards recognize projects and individuals working to preserve and revitalize Oklahoma City’s historic places. Oklahoma City currently has nine local historic districts, […]
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Big Energy
At Edmond Fine Arts, small works have a big payoff. On May 7, the organization’s annual 5×5 Show & Sale returns with its familiar promise: hundreds of original works, each measuring just five inches square, each priced at $55 — and together they add up to something big. What began as a fundraiser has evolved […]
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Right On Cue
There have been a few moments recently when this city has seemed to step fully into itself. Moments when years of incremental growth, quiet investment, and stubborn belief suddenly present as something undeniable. The NBA Championship parade springs immediately to mind, but so do other snippets: memories of Memorial Marathon mornings, the opening of Okana […]
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OKC celebrates Bike Month with rides, resources and community events
Oklahoma City is inviting residents to get on two wheels this May as part of National Bike Month, offering a mix of community rides, educational opportunities and commuter-friendly events. City officials say the monthlong celebration is designed to highlight OKC’s growing network of bike lanes and trails while encouraging riders of all experience levels to […]
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OG Picks – May
ROUTE 66 CELEBRATIONS Capital Cruise ExpoMay 28 & 29 – Expo Squarevisittulsa.com Tulsa’s Route 66 Capital CruiseMay 30, Cars roll out at 8amvisittulsa.com Kickin’ It On Route 66: OKC Centennial CelebrationMay 30, 4-10pm – Scissortail Parkscissortailpark.org The Children’s Entrepreneur Market at the Bethany Route 66 FestivalMay 23, 10am Downtown Bethanykidsmarkets.com Kids Markets at the Route […]
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The Magic of Route 66
For California artist Dennis Ziemienski, like many other Americans, Route 66 brings back memories of learning about the United States from his parents’ car. “As a kid, it was just fascinating,” explained Ziemienski, recalling road trips taken to visit relatives along the route. “For example, I loved neon, just as an interesting art form. So, […]