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New solar-powered recycling stations installed downtown Yesterday, four solar-powered, self-compacting recycling stations were installed in downtown OKC. They're available for use by downtown residents, employees and visitors thanks to a partnership between the City of Oklahoma City’s Office of Sustainability, Downtown OKC, Inc. and Urban Neighbors. The stations were installed at the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library, the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, and on the north and south sides of Reno Ave. near the Chesapeake Energy Arena as part of a pilot downtown recycling program organized through Urban Neighbors’ sustainability initiative. “Urban Neighbors' partnership with these two great organizations will promote a more sustainable downtown,” said Urban Neighbors president Shelley Pruitt. “The BigBelly system will add a wonderful amenity to an already desirable place to live, work and play.” The BigBelly Solar waste and recycling collection system is powered by renewable solar energy and technology that makes servicing the unit more efficient. The unit’s compactor allows the station to hold about five times the amount of refuse of a typical receptacle and advanced software capabilities provide real-time data on the level of waste in the receptacle, which reduces collection trips. Convenient recycling for downtown residents and pedestrians was identified as a need in multiple planning initiatives, including the Downtown Strategic Initiative and the Office of Sustainability’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy. The Office of Sustainability purchased the units with funding from an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. Downtown Oklahoma City, Inc. currently provides street-level refuse collection for downtown and will expand the existing services to accommodate the new stations. The Downtown Business Improvement District Board approved funding on May 23 for collection services at the downtown library and Bricktown Ballpark locations for one year, while Superior Management Group will service the two locations near the convention center and arena. 
Fine dining coming to the top of Devon Tower Vast, Oklahoma City’s only restaurant located 726 feet 2 inches above downtown, is set to open Oct. 24 on the 49th floor of the Devon Tower. Vast features globally-inspired American cuisine and will be open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch and Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. for dinner. Dinner on Friday and Saturday will be extended to 10:30 p.m. To make reservations at Vast, call (405) 702-7262.
Strebel Creek Winery wine tasting at Myriad Gardens The Myriad Botanical Gardens will add a little more wine to tonight's Cocktails in the Gardens event. Held from 5-8 p.m., the weekly event typically offers guests light hors d’oeuvres, live music and a cash bar in the beautiful, cool setting of the Gardens Restaurant. Tonight, wine makers from Oklahoma City’s Strebel Creek Vineyard will be at the event to offer a tasting of their locally grown and produced wines. Strebel Creek Vineyard owners Dr. Gary and Sherry Strebel renovated their 100 year old barn into a winery and gift shop in 2007. Wines include: Zinfandel, Merlot, Muscat, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Sangiovese, Syrah, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, and Viognie. Cocktails in the Gardens will continue every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. through Aug. 30. There is a $5 cover charge for non-members. For information, visit myriadgardens.org or call (405) 297-3611.
...is it just me, or is it a little hot in here?Oklahoma City welcomed a new month with a temperature that tied for the second-highest all-time since record keeping began in 1891. The official high of 112 degrees at Will Rogers World Airport tied with Aug. 10, 1936, and fell one degree short of the 113 degree record for Oklahoma City set one day later on Aug. 11, 1936. Get the full story at NewsOK.com. Skyrocketing water use in Oklahoma City during the worst of the ongoing heat wave has prompted officials to implement a mandatory water rationing system until conditions improve. The Oklahoma City Utilities Department announced the mandatory odd/even watering program Wednesday for the first time since last summer’s drought. Residents and businesses at even-numbered addresses can water on even-numbered dates, and those at odd- numbered addresses can water on odd-numbered dates. Read more at NewsOK.com. Stay cool, Oklahoma!
Generation Next: Chapter Two by Desmond Mason Mark your calendars for the opening reception of Desmond Mason's temporary exhibit tomorrow, Aug. 3 at the Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum. Generation Next: Chapter Two will showcase paintings and ceramics by former Oklahoma City Thunder player, Desmond Mason. To date, hundreds of his pieces have been sold worldwide with proceeds benefitting local charities and causes. The exhibit will feature 15 of the artist's unique paintings. The opening reception for Generation Next is Friday, Aug. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is open to the public. Admission is free for members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited. RSVP to Corie Baker at 405.523.3206 or clb@oklahomaheritage.com.
Sunday Twilight Concert Series presents Son del Barrio This summer, the Sunday Twilight Concert Series, presented by Devon Energy, is inviting music lovers of all ages to free, family-friendly concerts at the Myriad Gardens. Son del Barrio takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, August 5. The artists of Son del Barrio – Sound of the Neighborhood – are no stranger to the world of Latin Music with an average of 15 years of experience in the music. Together these musicians recreate the sounds and emotions experienced every day in Latino neighborhoods. Their passion for the music they play can be heard through their hypnotic rhythms and enchanting melodies. “Son del Barrio is always an Arts Council of Oklahoma City favorite,” said Christina Foss, director of the Sunday Twilight Concert Series, presented by Devon Energy. “Their fun meringue and salsa music will have concert-goers dancing in no time. We encourage everyone to come and enjoy these tropical treasures!” This remainder of this year’s lineup, which is subject to change, is as follows:
August 12 - Allie Lauren – Jazz/Pop The concerts are free and take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Band Shell on the Great Lawn at the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs; however pets and glass containers are prohibited. The 32nd annual Sunday Twilight Concert Series is presented by Devon Energy with additional support from Oklahoma Arts Council, Allied Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, and Magic 104.1 - KMGL. For more information please visit ArtsCouncilOKC.com.
We mustache you a question... Will you be at the Mustache Bash charity block party? It's happening in Automobile Alley's 9th Street district on Aug. 9 from 5 p.m. - midnight. Admission is free and mustaches are encouraged.
What's the Mustache Bash?
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Food & Drinks will be available for purchase from these fine local establishments: Get all the hairy details at shopgoodokc.com.
The Barons are planning something big Think free, think fast, think big, think outside the ball! The Oklahoma City Barons will unveil something huge coming this season. Are you ready? Watch this. Call 405-232-GOAL for season tickets today. Get your tickets to opening night, Oct. 19, 2012.
Cheer on your OKC RedHawks Good news - the Oklahoma City RedHawks have a home game every night through the end of July, which means plenty of chances for fans to catch some summer baseball excitement. Tonight and tomorrow, the RedHawks will take on the Iowa Cubs. Stick around after the game tomorrow to enjoy a free fireworks display. On Saturday, the Omaha Storm Chasers come to town for a 4-game match up. Here's the lineup for the next few weeks:
August 2-4 @ Tacoma Rainiers To purchase tickets, call 218.1000 or visit okcredhawks.com.
Locate garage sales at okc.govPeople who enjoy hunting for used treasures can now log on okc.gov to view garage sale listings throughout Oklahoma City. The garage sale tracking system maps the location of permitted garage sales occurring within the Oklahoma City limits. The listing is free to those who get the required permit for their garage sale.
Project180 Update Don't frown at the construction downtown... let us show you how to get around! Visit the Project180 website or check them out on Facebook and Twitter Be informed and prepared for traffic changes downtown by joining the Project180 mailing list Get the Project180 weekly map here Check out the Downtown Traffic Advisory updates
Connect with Downtown Oklahoma City, Inc. Like us on Facebook: Downtown OKC, Inc.
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