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Heatwave in the Heartland :: July 25-27

If you love planes, then this event is for you. The Tulsa Glue Dobbers put on the Heatwave in the Heartland event this weekend. Over 100 pilots from more than 5 states with over 150 giant models on display will be present at the event, featuring Model Jet, Aerobatic and War-time Vintage aircraft. With 15,000 […]

Tulsa’s Art Deco Architecture

Many don’t know that Downtown Tulsa is home to one of the largest concentrations of Art Deco architecture in the country. Preservation Magazine recently profiled the city of Tulsa for its art deco style in a cover story for its July/August issue. The magazine article notes details like intricate grillwork, leaded windows, and glazed terra […]

Starbucks Closings in Tulsa

Did anyone see this one coming besides me? Amidst many rumors and reports that the coffee chain is suffering, Starbucks recently announced that the company plans to close about 600 locations across the country. Channel 2 reports that the closures will begin this month and will continue through the first half of 2009. The company’s […]

Tulsa Farmers Market

According to this article from Channel 2 News, there’s certainly more interest in purchasing local food. Farmers markets are thriving from the growing trend of buying local produce. Even Wal-Mart is catching on by increasing its partnership with local farmers. You can now check the aisles for the “Locally Grown, Made in Oklahoma” sign. Local […]

Casa Bonita is Coming Back

The Casa Bonita restaurant at 21st and Sheridan is reopening in its original location. After being gone for three years (Casa Viva took its place but closed after the ice storm), they are working hard to reopen at the end of this month. If you’ve never been there before, its unique atmosphere has the feel […]

Summer Fun for Kids

There’s still plenty of time for summer fun before school starts. If your kids are getting bored with the same old routine, try some of these stimulating events going on in your area. Any Age TULSA ZOO’S FEATHER FEST Featuring over 500 different birds from Australia, this hands-on exhibit lets you see, touch and learn […]

Dfest :: July 25-26

Dfest is back and better than ever this year, offering a diverse mix of music including some major headliners: The All-American Rejects, The Roots, The Disco Biscuits, Clutch, Paramore, Zappa Plays Zappa, Ghostland Observatory, Helmet, Phantom Planet, Edison Glass, and more. They are expecting crowds in excess of 60,000 people, which makes this year the […]

This Week in Live Music

This week is very busy in the way of live music shows. Urban Tulsa gives us a generous list of all the acts and in what places they are showing. From Bedouin Duet at the Cosmo Cafe to Admiral Twin at Side Line, there is certainly a variety to choose from and enjoy. For a […]

Porter Peach Festival :: July 18-19

The 42nd Annual Porter Peach Festival in Porter, Oklahoma is happening this weekend. Find out who makes the finest peach cobbler, peach dessert, and peach preserves. Saturday at 1 p.m. there’ll be free peaches and ice cream! Festivities also include a rodeo, bluegrass and country bands, pet show, inflatable games, a golf tournament, car show, […]

Broken Arrow in Top 10 Best Towns

BA residents have another reason to be proud of where they live. Family Circle magazine just listed Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, one of Tulsa city’s biggest suburbs, the 8th best town for families to live. “Homes are still a bargain, and the streets are safe, thanks to a team effort by local police and neighborhood watch […]