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The Downtown Dash results are in Thanks to everyone who participated in the Downtown Dash last weekend! We couldn't have asked for better weather for an evening run and outdoor health expo. We'd like to say congratulations to our winners (check out the results online) and thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible: St. Anthony Hospital, Midtown Renaissance, Schlegel Bicycles, Park Harvey Athletic Club, Grubb & Ellis, Superior Security and First Maintenance. We look forward to seeing you at the Downtown Dash next year! 
Devon Energy hosts free film at deadCENTER What is deadCENTER? deadCENTER is Oklahoma’s largest film festival and one of the 20 “Coolest” festivals in the world according to MovieMaker magazine. For the past 12 years, they've featured thousands of films from around the world and all over the United States. From hilarious comedies and insightful documentaries to scary horror films and intense dramas, deadCENTER selects a broad slate of films each year to cater to a surprisingly diverse audience. Their mission is to promote, encourage and celebrate the independent film arts. They accomplish this mission with a renowned festival each June, a year round education program and screenings throughout the year in partnerships with museums and various arts organizations. Devon Energy is a top sponsor of the festival. The festival’s closing night event, hosted by Devon, will be held June 10 from 9-11 p.m. at the Myriad Botanical Gardens band shell and is free and open to the public. There will be a short awards presentation featuring attending guest actor James Marsden (The Notebook, 27 Dresses, X-Men, etc). Following the presentation, attendees will be treated to a free screening of “Under African Skies,” Paul Simon’s story of the making of his Graceland album. After the film, attendees can stick around for a free outdoor dance party. To learn more, visit deadcenterfilm.org.
Red Earth Festival offers 3 days of culture When the 26th Annual Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival opens at the Cox Convention Center Friday June 8, more than 1,200 American Indian artists and dancers from throughout North America will gather to celebrate the richness and diversity of their heritage with the world. For three exciting days, Oklahoma City will be at the center of Native American art and culture in America as more than 30,000 people gather to celebrate. At Red Earth, guests can sample the work of some of the nation’s most celebrated artists, with opportunities to purchase contemporary and traditional examples of beadwork, basketry, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, paintings, graphics and cultural attire during the juried art show and market. The dance competition at Red Earth is one of the rare occasions when dancers from America’s Northern and Southern tribes can be seen together in one venue. Red Earth dancers represent the elite of Native American dance, some of the most gifted and accomplished in the world. The masters, each in their own distinctive tribal dress, exhibit their originality and skills in one of the most prestigious of all native dance competitions. A grand parade, unlike any other parade in the world, opens the Red Earth Festival on Friday morning. The streets of downtown Oklahoma City will vibrate in Native American tribal spirit as representatives of more than 100 tribes, in full tribal regalia, make the Red Earth Parade one of America’s most unique. The Red Earth Art Market opens Friday, June 8 at 11 a.m. and the first Grand Entry of dance competitors begins at noon inside the Cox Convention Center Arena. Grand Entries are scheduled at noon and 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at noon on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at online at ticketmaster.com. Active U.S. Military and U.S. Military veterans receive an admission discount with a valid Military I.D. For additional information contact Red Earth, Inc. at 405.427.5228 or visit redearth.org.
The Sunday Twilight Concert Series is back This summer, the Sunday Twilight Concert Series, presented by Devon, is inviting music lovers of all ages to free, family-friendly concerts at the Myriad Gardens. The next concert in the series will feature Brian Lynn Jones & the Misfit Cowboys, who are set to perform Sunday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. Jones, an Oklahoma native, has been performing for audiences since he was 16. His country songs have been featured on the TV show All My Children as well as the Armed Forces Radio, where troops overseas enjoyed his music. His country music will surely hit a note with the Oklahoma City crowd. “Brian Lynn Jones & the Misfit Cowboys will be a treat for anyone who enjoys country and classic rock,” said Christina Foss, director of the Sunday Twilight Concert Series, presented by Devon. “They are traveling from California, and we're thrilled to welcome them to Oklahoma!” 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 info, including a full schedule of artists, visit artscouncilokc.com.
Feel good. Give blood. Save a life.Did you know that 38 percent of the population is eligible to give blood, but only about 10 percent of those people actually do? The gift of life can only be given by generous donors like you. Please join in supporting Automobile Alley's blood drive on Thursday, June 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at 1000 N. Broadway in the Oklahoma City Community Foundation parking lot. Schedule your appointment today by visiting yourbloodinstitute.org. As a thank you, all donors will receive a free “Feel Wild” t-shirt and 2 tickets to the OKC Zoo. Lunch will be provided by MidFirst Bank. For information, contact Brandie at brs@cardinalengineers.com. Thank you for your support!
Thunder up! The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Spurs 107-99 yesterday evening to win the series and advance to the NBA Finals. Oklahoma City became just the 15th team in NBA history to come back to win a best-of seven series after trailing 2-0 and just the eighth team to come back and win the series after notching four straight victories. Get the full story on NewsOK.com.
Cheer on your OKC RedHawks Baseball season is underway OKC's newly-named Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Here are the RedHawks' upcoming games:
June 7-10 vs. New Orleans Zephyrs Purchase your tickets online at MILB.com.
Go back in time at the historic Skirvin Hotel The Skirvin Hilton will present the "Great Gatsby Speakeasy Dinner Dance" with the Bourbon Street Boys in the Park Avenue Grill on Friday, June 8 at 6.00 p.m. The evening's entertainment will feature the music of the Bourbon Street Boys and the special menu will include the following:
1st COURSE
2nd COURSE
DESSERT The event is $55.00 per person. Space is limited, so make your reservation today at 405.702.8444.
Wanna finish your degree? The Downtown College can help. Do you, or someone you know want to complete an associate, bachelor’s degree or MBA? Come to a free lunchtime seminar “College Fair for Working Adults” at the Norick Downtown Library, (300 Park Ave., 4th floor), on June 12th from 12 to 1 p.m. to learn about your options. Representatives of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and 5 local colleges and universities will discuss Reach Higher and other degree programs for working adults, including UCO's MBA. The colleges represented are UCO, OCCC, OSU-OKC, Redlands, and Rose State. A free box lunch is provided, complements of the OKC Downtown College Consortium. Space is limited, so please RSVP by noon, June 11, at 232.3382 or jbaker@downtowncollege.com. This event is part of the “Tuesday Topics” series sponsored by the Downtown College, Downtown OKC, Inc. and Allegiance Credit Union.
A taste of cultureThe Y's International Wine Tasting Festival will be held Sunday, June 10 from 5-8 p.m. at Cafe do Brasil in Midtown. Individual tickets are $50 in advance or $65 at the event. The goal is to raise $10,000 so they can continue to support their international partnerships with Ys in Belo Horizonte, Brazil; the Czech Republic; Valparaiso, Chila; the Mexican Federation of Ys and the Sioux YMCA in South Dakota. For more information, visit ymcaokc.org.
Celebrate the weekend at Nonna'sNonna's Purple Bar offers live musical entertainment this Friday and Saturday from 8-11 p.m.. Here's the lineup:
Friday, June 8
Saturday, June 9 Come during happy hour (Tuesday - Saturday, 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) to enjoy half-priced appetizers!
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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