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Downtown Restaurant Week starts Sunday Save room for Downtown Restaurant Week! Presented by Downtown Oklahoma City, Inc., this 5-day smorgasbord runs from Jan. 22 – 26 and spotlights 8 fine-dining downtown restaurants and talented chefs that call OKC home. Here's how it works: each participating restaurant will offer prix-fixe menus, featuring limited-time, 3-course dinners for $30 per person. At the conclusion of the meal, guests may complete a survey card, which automatically enters them into a drawing for special prizes. One lucky grand prize winner will receive a $50 gift card to all 8 participating restaurants. One card per person at each restaurant will be accepted, so diners are encouraged to visit them all. This year's participating restaurants include: Nonna’s Euro-American Ristorante No passes, coupons or cards are required for diners to participate; however, reservations are strongly encouraged. Check out the special menus and dinner hours on DowntownOKC.com. For a special sneak preview of what will be offered at Ludivine, check out these special Downtown Restaurant Week features on the Fox 25 Morning Show with Christal Bennett and Ludivine chef, Jonathon Stranger: See you at Downtown Restaurant Week! 
OKCMOA hosts 28th annual omelette party, EGGS ROYALE The 28th Annual Omelette Party, EGGS ROYALE, is set for Saturday, February 4, 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 Museum, the evening includes dancing to live music by the JetSet Kings, dj by Chameleon Entertainment, 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 (405) 236-3100, ext. 237. Must be 21 years or older to enter.
The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to OKC On the heels of signing one of the most extraordinary rookie classes in team history, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2012 World Tour to Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City on Sunday, Jan. 22, at 2:00 p.m. The outstanding rookies include Paul “Tiny” Sturgess, the world’s tallest pro basketball player at 7'8", Jonte “Too Tall” Hall, the shortest Globetrotter ever at 5'2", and Fatima “TNT” Maddox of Temple University, the team’s first female player since 1993 and ninth female in team history.
Learn how your business can benefit from internships The OKC Downtown College will host a free lunchtime seminar, “Internships: A Win-Win for Business and Students” on Tuesday, January 24, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. on the 4th Floor of the Downtown Library. Joyce Burch, Manager of Graduate Outreach & Internships for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, will discuss the many benefits of using college interns in your organization. Learn how to take advantage of the Chamber’s award winning Greater Grads Program, the 2012 Career Fair, the Intern OKC Summer Program, and other resources in recruiting and employing college interns. Also learn about resources available to college students seeking internships at Oklahoma City companies and non-profit organizations. The seminar Includes a free lunch catered by Coolgreens. RSVP at 232-3382 by noon January 23. This event is part of the Tuesday Topics seminar series sponsored by OKC Downtown College, Allegiance Credit Union, and Downtown OKC, Inc.
Back by popular demand! Did you enjoy the Skirvin's Fabulous 50s Centennial Celebration in the Park Avenue Grill? Then you’ll love the Skirvin Supper Club on Friday, Jan. 20 at 6:30! (Dinner and entertainment begins at 7 p.m.) The talented Wade Tower will serenade you as you enjoy a special chef-prepared menu with 4 delicious courses at $100 per couple. Guests may also enjoy a delicious wine pairing with each course for $120 per couple (does not include tax or gratuity). Complimentary valet parking is available and reservations required. For reservations and inquiries call 405.702.8444.
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 10:30a and the race begins at 12p. 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 February 10. Registration is limited to the first 300 people – so register today.
Don't miss the most decadent event of the year Tickets are now available for Chocolate Decadence, one of Oklahoma City’s most anticipated events and Valentine traditions. Chocolate Decadence 2012 will be held Thursday, Feb. 2 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m., again at 825 N. Broadway, the Hudson-Essex Loft Offices, in one of the coolest venues this City has to offer. The party showcases decadent chocolate treats from premier local restaurants and caterers while featuring smooth jazz, wine and champagne, gourmet coffees and the ever popular Valentine auction. Chocolate Decadence has enjoyed sold out crowds for the past several years and the same is expected this year. Purchase your tickets online at Paypal.com so you don't miss the most decadent event of the year! More information is available on the Automobile Alley webpage.
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. January 26: native connections, keyboard/vocal duo February 2: Shade of Blue, jazz trio February 9: Maurice Johnson Trio, smooth guitar February 16: Quartet Greer, classical plus February 23: Tony Gonzales' Norman North HS Jazz Choir
End-of-season discounts at Devon Ice Rink As the skating season winds down, the special deals on skating are just starting up! The Devon Ice Skating Rink located along Robinson St. on the east side of the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City, announces these special deals for skaters:
“The weather outside is perfect for outdoor skating,” said Myriad Gardens Executive Director Maureen Heffernan. “It’s cold enough to keep the ice frozen, but warm enough to skate without bundling up too much! We hope people will join us on the ice before the rink closes on February 4.” In addition to public skating, the rink is available to rent for private parties, company outings, youth group events, etc. Devon Ice Rink hours of operation are: Regular admission is $10 with skate rental, $7 for those who bring their own skates. For additional information, visit Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens on Facebook or call (405) 297-3423.
Thunder Up! The Thunder are better than ever. Mark these dates on your calendar so you don't miss a moment. Feb. 1 @ Dallas - 7:00 p.m.
Barons fans, mark your calendars! Come out and support your Oklahoma City Barons. 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! January 27th – vs. Houston Aeros @ 7pm
Project180 Update Don't frown if you're coming downtown! Look below to learn 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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