Author: Karina Buvaylik

Despite the cold weather, fans of the outdoors can expect a variety of activities at the Outdoor Sporting Expo this weekend. The Expo begins Friday the 1st and ends on Sunday at Claremore Expo Center. From hunting and fishing to camping and mountain biking, the Outdoor Sporting Expo has something for everyone looking for ways to enhance their outdoor fun. A number of vendors will be on site, and special giveaways are up for grabs to the first fifty children entering the Expo on Saturday. Fans of BMX can catch a performance from…continue reading →

RSU alumna Heathyr Chenoweth is doing big things in the art world. The third installment of her “Seasoned City” series opens on Friday the 15th at Circle Cinema in downtown Tulsa. Chenoweth’s newest exhibit features hot rod paintings. A few of the pieces were created using a technique she’s began experimenting with – paper collages. Chenoweth says these are “never-before-seen paintings hot off the easel,” and 15% of sales will support Circle Cinema. The third installment of Seasoned City will remain open through the end of March. Seasoned City is inspired by Tulsa’s…continue reading →

Fun with your Valentine doesn’t end after the 14th passes. Fleet Feet’s annual Sweetheart Run keeps your heart pounding on Saturday the 16th in downtown Tulsa. The fun begins at the Fleet Feet Blue Dome at 7:45 in the morning with a 5k run. A 10k race and a fun run/walk will follow. Couples are encouraged to sign up to race together at this love-themed event. Sweetheart Run will benefit Champ Camp, a summer camp where children with heart conditions can enjoy fun activities without the stress of health issues. Kate Critchfield, Fleet…continue reading →

It may officially be winter, but outdoor fun for spring is in Tulsa with the Tulsa Boat, Sport and Travel Show through Sunday February 3rd. Tulsa’s QuikTrip Center at Expo Square is hosting the week-long 57th annual event. Along with over 150 family friendly exhibits, a variety of reality television stars are also stopping by the show. Professional wake boarders Phil and Bob Soven from MTV’s WakeBrothers are making an appearance on Tuesday and Wednesday, while Hillbilly Handfishin’ hosts Skipper Bivins and Trent Jackson visit fans of the Animal Plant series Thursday through…continue reading →

Your chance to explore a variety of Indian art is coming to the Glenpool Conference Center February 8th – 10th. The Tulsa Indian Art Festival (TIAF) is celebrating its 27th year with music, dancing, storytelling, and – of course – American Indian art. Merlin Little Thunder, a featured festival artist in 1998, has been showing his work at the festival since the early 1990s. Little Thunder says a great part about the annual festival is the feeling of the people coming together to celebrate their culture. He says, “They’re about community involvement, and…continue reading →

The New Year is beginning in a smashing way with the Mad Dog Demolition Derby rolling into town on the 19th. The Claremore Expo Center will be bustling with derby lovers all evening who can expect to see a variety of vehicles taking on the arena with speeds and jumps that will not disappoint. Presented by Motorhead Events, there’s no in-between during the tour. Mini and full-size cars will venture around the Expo, crushing whatever may be in their paths. There will also be an appearance by famous racing clown Ned Dirt. Mad…continue reading →

Winterfest continues its fifth year in downtown Tulsa. Unusually warm weather lead to the cancellation of a week’s worth of activities, but cool temperatures have brought the event back to life. Winterfest features fun the whole family can enjoy. This includes an ice skating rink outside the BOK Center, along with concession stands, horse carriage rides, and a stage for live musical performances. You might even catch a glimpse of jolly old Segue Santa as he rolls by spreading holiday cheer. Festivities continue through January 6th, including Christmas Day, which will remain in…continue reading →

One of the many joys of the Christmas season is driving around and viewing lights. Green Country has a variety of holiday displays open now through the New Year. Over two million lights adorn Rhema Bible Church in Broken Arrow every night through New Year’s Day. The annual extravaganza is a popular attraction for families, friends, and couples. Honor Heights Park in Muskogee is covered with Christmas spirit for the annual Garden of Lights. Trees, bushes, and wildlife are decorated with lights now until New Year’s Eve. A holiday trip to Ketchum could…continue reading →

Along with Christmas comes all the music and renditions of classic songs. You can hear that holiday cheer on Monday, December 3rd at 7:30 as the Tulsa Area Youth Symphony Association presents the tenth annual Holiday Concert at Union High School Performing Arts Center in Tulsa. A variety of Christmas favorites will be performed, including A Charlie Brown Christmas, Candlelight Carol, and O Holy Night. Other performances include Outdoor Overture, Symphony No. 5, and music from the popular 2008 Batman movie titled The Dark Knight. For ticket information, visit tyso.org.continue reading →