June is National Pride Month. The holiday is a uniquely American one, originating in 1994 as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month. Since then, Pride Month has expanded to celebrate all LGBT+ people. There are no “official” ways to celebrate Pride. Go to a parade or celebrate at home. Below are some events that are happening during Pride Month in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City Pridefest The Oklahoma City Pridefest is a weekend-long event that begins on Friday, June 23rd. The doors open at 4 p.m. and there are various events going on all weekend. Scissortail Park will have two stages and use... Continue reading
Easter is one of the major Christian holidays. The date that it takes place changes every year; this year Easter lands on April 9. There are many traditions celebrated on Easter, with some of the most common ones being making Easter baskets, attending an Easter egg hunt, and going to church. To make your search for Easter activities easier, we’ve found some great resources and event schedules that you can use to plan your Easter. Make Easter Baskets There are no rules when it comes to making Easter baskets. By “making Easter baskets” we mean filing them with treats. In... Continue reading
March is National Craft Month! This month, we are happy to celebrate all of our favorite crafters. Many of our vendors craft their own items, giving them a personalized touch. This is the perfect time to learn how to make your own crafts. If you are not a crafty person, then it’s also a great time to support your local artists and crafting businesses. Paint Pottery Throwing pottery is difficult and takes a lot of training to get right. Painting pottery, on the other hand, is something that just about anyone can do. Pottery painting businesses have become more popular... Continue reading
Thanksgiving is coming up soon, so it’s time to start thinking about which recipes you’ll be pulling out this year. Below are some easy recipes almost anyone should be able to make, even if they are only a beginner in the kitchen. We’ve assembled a mix of classic, savory, and sweet recipes for your perusal, as well as directions. Bon appetite! Native American Fry Bread Many people associate Native Americans with Thanksgiving, so we thought it would be fun to incorporate a famous Native American recipe into this list. Native American fry bread, more commonly called Indian fry bread, is... Continue reading
Labor Day is coming up on Monday, September 5. Even though the holiday falls on a weekday, there are still plenty of fun things to do all around the state. Whether you want to go to an actual Labor Day celebration or do something else, one of these three events is sure to have something you will like. Henryetta Labor Day Celebration Downtown Henryetta is hosting its annual Labor Day celebration again this year. A parade kicks off the day and fireworks end it. Between these two events, you can enjoy a car show, play games, win prizes, and check... Continue reading
Many adults reach for a cup of coffee early in the morning without giving much thought to it. Did you know that drinking the right amount of coffee can actually be good for you? For most (non-pregnant) women, a healthy amount of coffee is 3-5 cups. For men, it is about 3-6 cups. This varies from person to person. If you start to feel jittery, then you likely drank too much. All of the health benefits below are related to caffeinated black coffee. Of course, you can still get some benefits from drinking non-caffeinated and flavored coffee. Increases Energy Pretty... Continue reading
Oklahoma is a pretty patriotic state, so it only makes sense that there are Memorial Day events going on all weekend– from May 28 to 30. Below are some events that are great for the whole family to attend. Memorial Day Ceremony The most respectful way to celebrate Memorial Day is to attend a ceremony. There are several ceremonies going on around the state, but one we would like to highlight is the ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Moore, sponsored by the Moore American Legion, VWF, and the City of Moore. This will be a serious memorial service, honoring... Continue reading