General Public Information

For Immediate Release: Sep. 12, 2008
Contact: Emily Reagan, Public Relations Director

Telephone: 405-232-6552

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Frontier Country October – November 2008 Event Calendar

DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Ongoing Events & Exhibits

Through October Oklahoma Railway Museum trains rides

Oklahoma Railway Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-424-8222,

Media Contact: Drake Rice, 405-424-8222

Info: Enjoy 35-minute train rides on the first and third Saturdays of the month. Trains depart from the historic Oakwood Depot at 10 and 11 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. No admission to tour the grounds and see various railway equipment, including motorcars, locomotives and passenger cars. Free for children, 3 to 5, $5 for children 4 to 15 and $8 for adults and children 15 and older.

Through Oct. 12 “Roman Art from the Louvre”

Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-237-3100, ext. 237,

Media Contact: Leslie Spears, OKCMOA, 405-278-8206

Info: The museum is one of only three U.S. venues for this exhibit of original works from the Musée du Louvre in Paris. It features approximately 180 prime examples of Roman art drawn from the Louvre’s unsurpassed collection. The exhibition examines aspects of Roman art—works made between the first century BC and the early fourth century AD—in artistic, historical and socio-cultural contexts.

ThroughOct. 18 “Gone Fishing” Edmond Fish & Tackle

Edmond Historical Society & Museum, Edmond

General Public Information: 405- 341-4344,

Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405- 341-4344

Info: Free. Hours are: Tuesdays through Fridays from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 1 to 4 p.m.

Through Oct. 19 “Grassroots: African Origins of American Art”Baskets from Africa and South Carolina

Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, Shawnee

General Public Information: 405-878-5300,

Media Contact: Delaynna Trim, Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, 405-878-5300

Info: This exhibit compares baskets made in Africa and in South Carolina while learning about the artistry characteristic of Africans in America from the 17th century to the present. Free, public opening reception is 7 p.m. Sept. 5

Through Nov. 5 “Stormchasers”

Science Museum Oklahoma, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-602-6664,

Media Contact: Shaundra North, Science Museum Oklahoma, 405-602-3676

Info: This Dome Theater show is a tale of scientific discovery and natural wonder that will take audiences on a journey around the planet to experience the most extreme storms and to witness the dramatic and perilous efforts of scientists in the pursuit of understanding weather.

Through Nov. 26 Passport to Plants

Myriad Botanical Gardens, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-297-3995,

Media Contact: Jenny Peterson, 405-297-1828

Info: Take a trip around the world in this new exhibit. Pick up your passport in the Crystal Bridge Gift Shop and prepare to explore the world.

Through Dec. 7 Traditional Cowboy Arts Association 10th Annual Exhibition, Sale and Seminar

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-478-2250,

Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 405-478-6403

Info: Throughout the history of Western horsemanship, there has been a special appreciation for the makers of gear who combine superb function with exquisite form. This exhibition showcases saddlemaking, bit and spur making, silversmithing and rawhide braiding artistry from the exclusive membership of the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association.

Through Dec. 18 FredFilms presents “Conditions: Russians Making Movies in Other Lands”

Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman

General Public Information: 405-325-3272,

Media Contact: Michael Bendure, Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 405-325-3178

Info: Each Thursday night throughout the fall, the museum presents films by Russian émigrés, in conjunction with the international exhibition, American Artists from the Russian Empire, opening Oct. 4. Visit the website for a complete list of titles and dates.

Through Dec. 28 Highlights from the Akins Collection

Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman

General Public Information: 405-325-3272,

Media Contact: Michael Bendure, Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 405-325-3178

Info: The Adkins Collection is among the most important private collections in the nation of works by the Tao artists as well as Native American works of art.

Through Dec. 31 “Reporting Terrorism”

Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 888-542-HOPE,

Media Contact: Nancy Coggins, Memorial Museum, 405-235-3313

Info: This multimedia exhibit provides a look at what is involved in reporting a crisis and brings reporters’ personal experiences to life. Artifacts include ABC Anchor Bob Woodruff’s combat helmet, the backpack used during triage when he was critically injured covering the war in Iraq, and items from members of the local and international media reporting these stories around the world.

Through December 2008 “The Scorpio-Sagittarius Connection”

Science Museum Oklahoma, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-602-6664,

Media Contact: Shaundra North, Science Museum Oklahoma, 405-602-3676

Info: This Planetarium show is the story of cultural and scientific connections ranging from our roots in the mists of the far past to the present. The story details some of the constellation mythology of the sky surrounding Scorpius, Sagittarius and the Milky Way in 6000 B. C.

Through January 2009 “Field, Forest and Stream: the History of Oklahomans and the Outdoors”

Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-522-5248,

Media Contact: Michael Dean, Oklahoma History Center, 405-522-5241

Info: An interactive exhibit exploring the history of the outdoors in Oklahoma through people, artifacts and places.

Through Jan. 31 2009 “The Guardian & The Shield”

Red Earth Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-427-5228,

Media Contact: Eric Oesch, Red Earth, Inc., 405-427-5228

Info: A powerful and colorful exhibit featuring paintings and cultural items from Red Earth’s permanent collection, photographs of Oklahoma’s 39 tribal flags, with fascinating information describing the use and symbolism of tribal shields and flags.

October

Sept. 30 – Oct. 3 and Oct. 5 OSU Theatre Presents – “The Memory of Water”

Locke Theatre in the Seretean Center Performing Arts, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

Info: Three sisters reunite in their northern English childhood home for their mother’s funeral.

Oct. 1 – 12 Pumpkin Drive

Oklahoma City Zoo, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405- 424-3344, www. okczoo.com

Media Contact: Candice Rennels, OKC Zoo, 405-425-0298

Info: Bring a pumpkin larger than your head to the Zoo and receive admission for free thatday. One pumpkin per person.

Oct. 1 – 31 The Maize

Reding Farm, Chickasha

General Public Information: 405-224-0787, www. cornfieldmaze.com

Media Contact: Kristi Davis, Chickasha Chamber of Commerce, 405-224-0787

Info: The 10-acre corn maize with a scarecrow design, 1-two acre smaller maze, haunted maze, hay rides, farm animal display, antique tractor display, corn and pumpkin cannons.

Oct. 2 – 4 “The Ugly Duckling”

Judd Theatre at Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond

General Public Information: 405- 341-4344,

Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405- 341-4344

Info: This fractured fairy tale, a charming & funny story of self-image and true love, is suitable for ages 7and up.

Oct. 2 – 4 Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival

Cottonwood Flats, Guthrie

General Public Information: 405-282-1947,

Media Contact: Kathy Montgomery, Guthrie CVB, 405-282-1947

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Oct. 2 – 4 Orchids in October

Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, Myriad Botanical Gardens, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-297-3995,
Media Contact: Jennifer Lindsey-McClintock, OKC Parks & Recreation, 405- 297-3903

Info: The event features anOrchid Sale throughout event, FREE ADMISSION DAY Friday, Oct. 3 and a ticketed luncheon to honor Herman and LaDonna Meinders with the annual Crystal Orchid Award.

Oct. 3 Orange Peel

GAllagher-Iba Arena, Stillwater

General Public Information: 877-OSU-PEEL,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

Info: Gates open at 6 p.m. Sugarland headlines.

Oct. 3 – 5 “Day Out with Thomas: The Great Discover Tour of 2008”

Oklahoma Railway Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-424-8222,

Media Contact: Drake Rice, Oklahoma Railway Museum, 405-808-7516

Info: Enjoy an excursion ride with the classic storybook engine. It’s a family-fun event has various activities and entertainment.

Oct. 3 – 31 Annual Mask Exhibit

Multi Arts Center, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

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Oct. 3 – 31 OSU Botanical Gardens Open House

Multi Arts Center, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

Info: From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 3 – 4 Invertebrate Fossil Dig Field Trip
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman

General Public Information: 405-325-4712,
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SMOMNH,405-325-0598

Info: Join Steve Westrop, curator of invertebrate paleontology, for an evening class and Saturday field trip to an Oklahoma site to collect and identify invertebrate fossils.Cost: members$60 per person, Non-members $70 per person.Pre-registration is required.

Oct. 4 – Jan. 4, 2009 American Artists from the Russian Empire

Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, University of Oklahoma, Norman

General Public Information: -405-325-3272,

Media Contact: Michael Bendure, FJJMA, 405-325-3178

Info: Comprised of more than 90 works, this exhibition examines the impact of American culture on Russian artists living in the United States during the first half of the 20th century as well as the lasting influence these same artists had on the development of American art.

Oct. 4 Oklahoma Czech Festival

Downtown, Yukon

General Public Information: 405-354-3567,

Media Contact: Jimmie Pallesen, Yukon Chamber, 405-721-7062

Info: Yukon celebrates their Czech heritage with this one day festival. There will be numerous activities including a parade, carnival, crafts, Czech dancing and food, a coronation. A dance at Czech Hall will be the finale that evening. Free admission.

Oct. 4 Blues Festival

Heartland Amphitheater on Sac & Fox Nation Casino, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020,

Media Contact: Gordona Rowell, Shawnee CVB, 405-275-9780
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Oct. 4 Saturdays for Kids – Blacksmithing

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-478-2250,

Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 405-478-6403

Info: From 10 a.m. to noon, watch Edmond, Oklahoma blacksmith Gary Robinson forge iron in the outdoor pavilion near the Children’s Cowboy Corral.

Oct. 4 Grape Ranch Live Music – Franklin Twins
Grape Ranch Winery, Okemah

General Public Information: 918-623-2250,
Media Contact: Tina Massey, Grape Ranch, 918-623-2250

Info: All performances are 2 to 6 p.m. Grape Ranch opened in 2002 and produces a variety of wines, including its popular Country Series. Grape Ranch hosts free wine tastings daily and various concert events throughout the year.

Oct. 4 – 5 Guthrie Art & Wine Festival

Downtown, Guthrie

General Public Information: 405-282-1947,

Media Contact: Kathy Montgomery, Guthrie CVB, 405-282-1947

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Oct. 4 – 5Oklahoma Regatta Festival / OCU Head of the Oklahoma
Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River , Oklahoma City
Media Contact: Josh Osmon, 405-255-9066
General Public Information: 405- 552-4040,
Info: The Oklahoma Regatta Festival is a family festival featuring great food, live entertainment, a children’s area, art show, wine tasting and more than 1,000 athletes rowing in the OCU Head of the Oklahoma – plus the OGE NightSprints Saturday evening.

Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 8, 15, 22 and 29 Oklahoma Opry shows

Oklahoma Opry, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-632-8322,

Media Contact: Gene Stroman, Oklahoma Opry, 405-297-9773

Info: Located in historic Capitol Hill, all shows start at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. The Opry has Oklahoma’s longest running country and gospel shows. Enjoy some of the most talented singers and musicians.

Oct. 5 Grape Ranch Live Music – Larry Spears
Grape Ranch Winery, Okemah

General Public Information: 918-623-2250,
Media Contact: Tina Massey, Grape Ranch, 918-623-2250

Oct. 5 Music Builds Tour

Ford Center, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-602-8700,

Media Contact: Rob Agnew, Ford Center, 405-602-5126

Info: 6 p.m. concert features Third Day, Switchfoot, Jars of Clay and Robert Randolph & the Family Band.

Oct. 5 Fall Concert at the MAC – Stud Duck Band

MAC Amphitheater at Mitch Park, Edmond

General Public Information: 405- 341-4344,

Media Contact: Cathy Williams-White, Edmond CVB, 405- 341-4344

Info: Free classic rock concert at 6:30 p.m.. Bring you lawn chairs or blankets.

Oct. 5 and Oct. 21 – 25 OSU Theatre Presents – “Endgame”

Jerry Davis Studio, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

Info: a story of a blind and paralyzed man, and his servant Clov, who cannot sit down.Oct. 5 is plays 2:30 to 5 p.m., Oct 21 to 25 plays 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Oct. 6 Gorilla Golf

Oklahoma City Zoo, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405- 424-3344, www. okczoo.com

Media Contact: Candice Rennels, OKC Zoo, 405-425-0298

Info: Tee off with theZoo's Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) at the 6th annual “Gorilla Golf Tournament” on Monday, Oct.6 at Trosper Park in Oklahoma City and help support great ape conservation. Cost per person is $100. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. shot gun start.

Oct. 9 – Nov. 1 “The Rocky Horror Show”

Lyric at the Plaza, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405- 524-9312,

Media Contact: Amy Russo, Lyric Theatre, 405-524-9310 ext. 134

Info: A homage to the spectacular horror film! 7:30 .m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, and 6 and 10 p.m. Saturdays. The Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 late shows will be at midnight.

Oct. 9 – 13 American Junior Golf Association PING Invitational National Tournament

Karsten Creek, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

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Oct. 11 – Jan. 19, 2009 “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt”
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman

General Public Information: 405-325-4712,
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SMOMNH,405-325-0598

Info: An exhibit featuring real dinosaur eggs, reproductions of dinosaur nests, models of eggs and babies, lots of hands-on interactives and video. Fun for the whole family.

Oct. 11 – Jan. 18, 2009 “Craft in America: Expanding Traditions”

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-478-2250,

Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 405-478-6403

Info: The exhibit reveals how craft taps into, and shapes, wider cultural streams, flowing freely into the broader narrative of contemporary art. Follow this journey to the origins, artists and techniques of American crafts.

Oct. 11 21st Annual Juke Joint Jog

Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-377-0799,

Media Contact: Kendra Moreland, Eskimo Joe’s, 405-377-0799 ext. 320

Info: To benefit Stillwater Area United Way.

Oct. 11 Grape Ranch Live Music – Joe Baxter
Grape Ranch Winery, Okemah

General Public Information: 918-623-2250,
Media Contact: Tina Massey, Grape Ranch, 918-623-2250

Oct. 12 Grape Ranch Live Music – Don Morris and Monica Taylor
Grape Ranch Winery, Okemah

General Public Information: 918-623-2250,
Media Contact: Tina Massey, Grape Ranch, 918-623-2250

Oct. 11 – 12 Christian Cowboy Gathering

Heartland of Oklahoma Expo Center, Shawnee
General Public Information: 405-275-7020,

Media Contact: Gordona Rowell, Shawnee CVB, 405-275-9780
Info: Enjoy two days of cowboy Christian music, cowboy poetry, gospel music, church services, kid's activities, as well as rodeo events.

Oct. 13 13th Annual Allie Reynolds Memorial Red Earth Golf Tournament

Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club, Oklahoma City

General Public Information: 405-427-5228,

Media Contact: Eric Oesch, Red Earth, Inc., 405-427-5228

Info: The 13th Annual Allie Reynolds Memorial Red Earth Golf Tournament benefits year-round educational programming at the Red Earth Museum and Festival. The tournament is a fitting tribute to Oklahoma Native, Muscogee (Creek) Indian Allie Pierce Reynolds, one of the founding fathers of the Red Earth Festival, New York Yankees baseball legend and 2009 candidate for the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y.

Oct. 13 – 18 National Brown Swiss Cattle Show and Sale

Payne County Expo Center, Stillwater

General Public Information: 405-743-3697,

Media Contact: Cory Cart, Stillwater CVB, 405-743-3697

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Oct. 14Museum Trip to Ft. Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum

Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, University of Oklahoma, Norman

General Public Information: 405-325-3272,

Media Contact: Mary Jane Rutherford, FJJMA 405-325-2297

Info: The Museum Association sponsors a chartered day trip to Ft. Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum to view “The Impressionists: Master Paintings from The Art Institute of Chicago;” reservations required by Sept. 16.

Oct. 15 – 30 “Androcles & The Lion” a children’s play by Aurand Harris
Oklahoma Children’s Theatre on the OCU Campus, Oklahoma City
Media Contact: Mollie Reid, Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, 405-606-7003
General Public Information: 405-606-7003,
Info: This is one of the most popular children's plays ever written , Aesop's fable becomes a colorful theatrical experience and glows with the warmth of friendship.

Oct. 16 – 18 Antique Auto Club Swap Meet

Grady County Fairgrounds, Chickasha

General Public Information: 405-224-6552,

Media Contact: Kristi Davis, Chickasha Chamber of Commerce, 405-224-0787

Info: 50 acres of transportation memorabilia for classic cars, motorcycles, airplanes and more.

Oct. 16 – 17 Fall Break Children’s Theatre Camps