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Free SoundBites concert series coming next month Downtown OKC Inc., SandRidge Energy and Bank of Oklahoma have invited some of Oklahoma City's most talented artists to fill the downtown air during the 2012 SoundBites concert series. SoundBites concerts are scheduled every Thursday in May from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Bank of Oklahoma Plaza (201 Robert S. Kerr) in downtown OKC. Here's the lineup: May 3 Smilin' Vic & the Soul Monkeys 
OKC hosts the Memorial Marathon The Oklahoma City Memorial and Museum will host the Memorial Marathon on April 29. The Memorial Marathon provides an appropriate way for us to honor the victims and survivors, while at the same time celebrating the miracle of life. People from all over Oklahoma, the country and even the world will join together in giving this gift to the victims’ families, the survivors, the Memorial, and our community. Included are a full marathon of 26.2 miles, a half marathon, a memorial 5K, a five-man relay and a children’s marathon. For more information, visit the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon website.
Register today for OKC's most entertaining relay race The OKC Hungryman is Oklahoma City’s ultimate eat-then-run relay competition. The second annual 10K event takes place on May 19 at 9 a.m. in the 9th street district, and challenges the savviest runners and fiercest of eaters. The 10K is divided into four equal legs. Teams of two or four can register - teams of two run twice. Contestants at each leg eat a predetermined portion of food, then run their leg of the race. Once they have completed their leg, they tag their teammate and he/she will eat another portion of food, then run a leg. This pattern continues until the last teammate completes his/her leg of the run. The whole team then meets up, consumes one last portion of food and races as a team across the finish line. Teams are encouraged to dress up and have fun. Awards will be given for the team that is most creatively dressed. The cost is $200 per team of four and $100 per team of two. In 2011, the race raised nearly $15,000 for Neighborhood Services Organization. If you're hungry for more info, call 405.236.0452 (ext. 305) or email info@okchungryman.com. Register online today at okchungryman.com. facebook.com/okchungryman | twitter.com/okchungryman
OKC celebrates spring at the Festival of the Arts Since 1967, the Festival of the Arts has been Oklahoma City's rite of spring. The Festival is a community celebration of the visual arts, performing arts and culinary arts. The 2012 Festival of the Arts lasts through April 29 in Downtown Oklahoma City at the Festival Plaza and the Myriad Botanical Gardens. The festival runs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. The Visual Arts includes 144 Plaza Artists from across the nation that exhibit on Hudson Avenue, a large-scale Sculpture Park exhibit and a variety of specialty exhibits throughout the grounds. The Culinary Arts consists of the International Food Row. Each food vendor is partnered with an area non-profit organization. The Performing Arts includes four stages of non-stop performing arts and entertainment representing all genres and world renowned street performers roaming the grounds. A variety of children's activities are featured in the Youth Plaza and around Festival grounds. Arts for children and families include hands-on activities in the Children’s Art Field for just $2. The Young-at-Art Mart is the children-only shopping venue with all artwork affordably priced for $5 or less. Families can also visit Face Painting, Pottery Place and Creation Station for more fun! For more information call (405) 270-4848. For more details, including a full schedule of events, artists and vendors, visit artscouncilokc.com.
Show your support at the annual PieceWalk and 5KOn Saturday, May 5, the annual PieceWalk will give Oklahoma families affected by autism a day of togetherness, a day to support awareness in our state, and a means to support Oklahoma autism programs. With over 5,000 walkers and 500 runners participating in the event each year, it is the largest autism event in our state. The PieceWalk, which takes placeat the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, is free, but participants may also sign up for the 5K race. This is a timed and sanctioned event and only costs $30 when you register before race day. Registration goes up to $35 day of event so register early! Invite your running buddies, your school running team, or your family. There will be a goody bag and shirts, so come on and stay fit while helping a great cause. This event is brought to you by AutismOklahoma.org. Get more information at PieceWalk.org.
OKC gets “chalked” for a new eventOklahoma artists are invited to participate in the first “Chalk the Walk” Festival on Saturday, June 16 (Father’s Day weekend) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oklahoma City’s first chalk art event will offer fun events and amateur art competitions using chalk as the medium and pavement as the canvas. The event is hosted by the Parents Assistance Center and will be held in the south parking lot of Bass Pro Shop in Oklahoma City Bricktown. The festival is open to artists of all ages and experience levels. Entries will be judged in four categories: Child (Grade 6 and younger), Junior High (Grades 7-9), High school (Grades 10-12), and College/Adult. Artists may collaborate in groups as large as four per entry. The work must be completed using water based, temporary chalk only. No tempera power, oil based media, or permanent fixatives will be allowed. The cost is $15 per square through May 16, and after $20 after that date. Artists can register on the Parents Assistance Center website. “There is not another organization in Oklahoma City that provides exactly the same type and scope of preventative services as Parents Assistance Center and there is not another event like the chalk art festival in the metro area! We are excited to be able to promote our mission of strengthening families to the greater OKC community through this fun, low-cost family event,” said Laura Gamble, Executive Director of Parents Assistance Center. “We chose Father’s Day weekend for this event because this is an interactive, whimsical activity that the whole family can enjoy,” said Laura Gamble, Executive Director of the Parents Assistance Center.” Event proceeds will help further the Parents Assistance Center’s mission to strengthen families to prevent child abuse, neglect and other family violence. For more information or to register as an artist, or sponsor visit pacok.org or call 405.232.8226.
Take a Noon Tunes break at the library Noon Tunes is a free weekly concert series that happens on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the downstairs atrium of the R J Norick Library (on Park and Hudson). Noon Tunes features a diverse selection of local musicians every week and is provided through funding from the Friends of the Library. Bring a friend and your lunch! There are plenty of tables available for brown bagging and the First Edition Cafe adjoins the library atrium.
Violins and Vino The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Associate Board Presents Violins & Vino at the Symphony Show House (440 NW 15th Street) on Tuesday, May 15, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The event shines a light on the Oklahoma City Philharmonic's adult education programs by offering up to 20 people the opportunity to learn to play the violin in an evening. Oklahoma City Philharmonic cellist Dorothy Hays teaches the 45 minute lesson followed by a mini-recital from the new students. For those who'd like to simply socialize and enjoy,a tour of the 2012 Symphony Show House, hors d' oeuvres, and wine tasting with wine provided by Joullian Wines will both be held during the violin lesson. Tickets are $35/person for the lesson (including violin provided by InterCity Violin) or $25/person to attend. Tickets must be purchased online. For more information visit okcphilharmonic.org or call (405) 842-5387.
Thunder Up! The Oklahoma City Thunder plays its final game of the regular season tonight, but don't be putting away your foam fingers and Thunder T-shirts just yet. Earlier this week, the team locked up the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference for the upcoming NBA playoffs. The Thunder will play either the Denver Nuggets or Dallas Mavericks in the first-round series, with a playoff schedule expected to be released by week's end. (via OKGazette.com)
Support your OKC RedHawks Baseball is back in OKC in the newly-named Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Apr. 26-29 vs. Round Rock Express Purchase your tickets online at MILB.com.
Small business day at the CapitolThe 14th Annual Small Business Day at the Capitol will take place on April 30 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Small Business Day is an excellent opportunity for small businesses, state agencies and chambers of commerce from across the state to celebrate small business in Oklahoma. It also provides an opportunity to dialogue about improvements, build relationships and learn more about valuable resources that are available. Come hear briefings from legislative leaders, statewide officials and business leaders, addressing the various topics currently affecting small business in Oklahoma. For more information, visit the Small Business Day website.
Walk a mile in my shoesWalk a Mile in My Shoes is a 1-mile, family-oriented walk to promote awareness and response to the crisis faced by Oklahoma’s 8000+ foster children due to the shortage of good foster homes and lack of community involvement. Date: Saturday, April 28 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Bricktown Ballpark Cost: Participation is FREE but registration is required. Bring the whole family! Registration and info: walkamileokc.com Participants are encouraged to bring a suitcase to pull or carry during the walk to symbolize the many moves foster children endure. Suitcases may be donated to Oklahoma’s Foster Children.
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
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