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And the winners are... Last week, foodies flocked to the downtown area to enjoy Downtown Restaurant Week - a 5-day smorgasbord that spotlights 8 fine-dining downtown restaurants and talented chefs that call OKC home. Downtown Restaurant Week guests were entered to win gift certificates to participating restaurants, including Nonna’s Euro-American Ristorante, Park Avenue Grill, Iguana Mexican Grill, Ludivine , The Melting Pot, Stella, Trattoria Il Centro and the Museum Cafe. One lucky winner won a $50 gift card to all 8 participating restaurants. Here they are (fun comments included): $50 gift certificate winners Melinda I.: "Yippee! Think it's a cool event." Grand Prize winner JoAnn Z.: "This is so exciting! I never win anything and to win a prize for just going out to experience a new restaurant is truly amazing." Thanks to everyone who participated in Downtown Restaurant Week. See ya next year! 
OKCMOA hosts 28th annual omelette party, EGGS ROYALE The 28th Annual Omelette Party, EGGS ROYALE, is set for Saturday, February 4, from 7 p.m. - Midnight at the Coca-Cola Bricktown Events Center. Inspired by the exhibition Princely Treasures: European Masterpieces 1600-1800, opening February 15 - May 13 at the OKC Museum of Art, the evening includes dancing to live music by the JetSet Kings, a Chameleon Entertainment DJ, cocktails, an art raffle of more than 50+ local artists, and, of course, gourmet omelettes prepared by area chefs and restaurants. Participating restaurants include: Big Truck Tacos, Bin 73 Wine Bar, Deep Fork Grill, Ludivine Restaurant, The Melting Pot, Park Avenue Grill, Paseo Grill, Rococo, the Museum Cafe and many more. Tickets are $80 in advance and will not be sold the day of the event. All proceeds benefit the Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s exhibitions. Learn more and purchase tickets online at okcmoa.com or call 236.3100, ext. 237. You must be 21 years or older to enter.
Skate with the Barons, support a great cause The final Saturday at the Devon Ice Rink at the Myriad Gardens will feature members of the Oklahoma City Barons participating in a skate to benefit Special Olympics Oklahoma from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4. The public is invited to skate with the members of the Barons, the Ice Girls and their mascot, Derrick, during that time. Admission to skate is $10 if you need to rent skates, $7 if you bring your own skates. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the “Barons Buddies” program with Special Olympics Oklahoma. Special Olympics Oklahoma is one of the Barons primary community initiatives each season. The Barons instituted a program called “Barons Buddies” that allows a player on the Barons roster to adopt a Special Olympics athlete and their family for the season. The players, athletes and their families meet for three activities and attend one game during the season. The Barons are on the home ice for two games this weekend. Friday, the Barons host the Houston Aeros, AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild. Saturday, the Barons host the Texas Stars, AHL affiliate of the Dallas Stars. Faceoff is slated for 7 p.m. at the Cox Convention Center. Both games can be heard on the Barons flagship station, 96.1 KXY.
Reggae-influenced singer-songwriter, Cas Haley coming to OKC Cas Haley first entered the national spotlight in 2007 as a contestant on the second season of the hit TV show America’s Got Talent. He quickly became a fan favorite with his natural talent and effervescent personality and finished the season in second place. His self-titled album was quickly released and sold over 30,000 units in the U.S., finishing #8 on the Billboard Reggae Chart in 2008. Besides Cas’ hallmark influence of reggae throughout the record, there are also elements of soul, blues and pop. The album is rich with autobiographical lyrics reflective of Cas’ childhood to the present. Music fans will quickly recognize and appreciate Cas’ only cover on the album, a stunning interpretation of Alicia Keys’ “No One.” “Cas’ sound is unique and accessible," says Eric Smith, CEO of Easy Star Records. "It’s not often we come across a singer-songwriter this talented, regardless of genre.” Cas Haley will host an intimate performance at the ACM@UCO Performance Lab (329 E. Sheridan in Bricktown) on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Learn more about Cas at CasHaley.com.
The OKC Ballet reinvents Stravinsky's The Firebird A Black Swan is not the only bird in classical ballet. On Feb. 11 and 12, the Oklahoma City Ballet will present Stravinsky's The Firebird. Artistic Director Robert Mills will put his own spin on this classic tale of good vs. evil. Choreographer of the 2009 hit The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Alan Hineline will create a new world premiere work for this program that also includes one of Robert Mills' signature works In Between Dreams. Your Valentine will love this evening of dance never seen before in Oklahoma. For more information, visit the OKC Ballet website.
Get checked out at the library Sign up for speed dating at the Downtown Library and get checked out! Just in time for Valentine's Day, this event takes place on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. and is open to participants age 25-45. Bring a book you love or loathe as a conversation starter. The session is free but space is limited, so register at metrolibrary.org to reserve your space.
Downtown Library hosts valentine concert with Wayne McEvilly The Downtown Library's Second Sunday Valentine Concert will take place on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m. and will feature the musical stylings of pianist Wayne McEvilly. All ages are welcome to attend and enjoy the music of Chopin, Liszt and Satie. The performance will be followed by a reception with coffee, tea, chocolate and more. For more information, call the Downtown Library at 606.3879 or visit metrolibrary.org.
Treat your valentine to an extra-special evening at the Skirvin It’s never too early to think about Valentine’s Day and there's not a more romantic place to celebrate than the Park Avenue Grill at the historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel. Treat your sweetheart to a special, four-course meal with wine pairings and Champagne offered for $75 per person. The menu and special pricing is available on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 14. For an extra-romantic evening, enjoy pre- or post-dinner cocktails just steps away in the Red Piano Bar. Special room rates are also available. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 702.8444.
Do you love the Myriad Gardens? Be a volunteer!The Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City is recruiting volunteers for assistance with a wide variety of new programs and events beginning at the Gardens this spring. Potential volunteers do not need a green thumb to help! Many opportunities are available for people interested in getting involved with the Gardens including visitor services, youth and adult education, technical and/or administrative support, horticulture and more. The primary requirement is a desire to be a part of a vibrant volunteer community that supports the programs of one of the premiere attractions in the state. “Volunteers are vital to our vision of the Gardens as a flourishing downtown Oklahoma City attraction,” said Maureen Heffernan, executive director. “The increased support of an active volunteer corps with a diverse range of talents and skills is one of the major components to reaching our full potential.” Attendance is only required at one volunteer orientation meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22 and lunch will be served. For more information, call volunteer coordinator Jessica Bulleigh at 297.1537 as soon as possible to reserve a spot for orientation.
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? The OKC Downtown College will host a free lunchtime seminar, “Want to start your own business?” on Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 12 – 1 p.m. on the 4th Floor of the Downtown Library. Speaker Bob Steinerd, an executive from IBM and small business owner, will tell participants what to consider when starting a business in Oklahoma and what factors lead to success. The seminar Includes a free lunch, complements of Allegiance Credit Union. Please RSVP at 232.3382 by noon on Feb. 6. This event is part of the Tuesday Topics seminar series sponsored by OKC Downtown College, Allegiance Credit Union, and Downtown OKC, Inc.
RUNderground 5k Fun Run Join us Saturday, February 11, 2012, for the second annual RIVERSPORT RUNderground 5K Family Fun Run through the OKC Underground. Avoid those chilly winter winds and join us for this unique event to run through the tunnels underneath downtown OKC! The run is a non-timed, fun run for the whole family that includes stairs and escalators. Strollers are prohibited. All participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt and free admission to the Bart and Nadia Sports and Health Festival in association with the Oklahoman. T-shirts will be handed out after the race at the RIVERSPORT booth at the Festival. The run will begin and end at the Cox Convention Center in the Northwest Lobby. Registration opens at 10:30 a.m. and the race begins at 12 p.m. Parking is available at the Cox Convention Center on the day of the event. The entry fee is $25 for adults and $15 for ages 12 and under. Online registration is now open and will remain open through Feb. 10. The run is limited to the first 300 people – so register today.
Take a Noon Tunes break at the downtown libraryThe OKC Downtown Library is proud to present Noon Tunes in the atrium every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All of the following performances are free and open to the public. For more information, call (405) 606-3833. February 9: Maurice Johnson Trio, smooth guitar February 16: Quartet Greer, classical plus February 23: Tony Gonzales' Norman North HS Jazz Choir
Free film screening, reception at the Downtown LibraryThe Downtown Library will host a special screening of Tulsa Race Riots on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. The free screening will be followed by a reception with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and live music by New Era. For more information, call 231-8650.
Thunder Up Check out the Thunder schedule for the upcoming month. Feb. 3 vs Memphis - 7:00 p.m.
Barons fans, mark your calendars! Come out and support your Barons this weekend. Friday night is Miracles On Ice Non-Profit Night. Show up early to be one of the first 5,000 fans to receive a ring box with the chance to win a $3,000 diamond! Stick around after the game for the live jersey auction, with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Oklahoma.The puck drops at 7 p.m. Ask about special ticket offers such as our Hat Trick Plan: 7 undated tickets and an official Barons Hat. Starting at just $89. Get your tickets today by calling 232.GOAL. Check out the schedule for this month: Feb. 2 – vs. San Antonio Rampage
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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