Tag: entertainment

For the last 22 years, we’ve asked Oklahomans a simple question: Who’s the best? And as always, you’ve responded with ample enthusiasm, coming out in droves to let us know your favorites. It’s been a tough year and a half, no doubt about it, but local businesses have responded to adversity with sheer Okie grit, continuing to deliver the...

Sam Harris may be the ultimate show-biz hyphenate.  It’s hard to believe that some 37 years have passed since the Sand Springs native brought down the house, and the whole country, on the TV talent show Star Search, leading to a recording contract, hit songs and a string of full-length albums. That’s when the hyphens began for him: singer-television performer-major-label...

Mosey down to Main Street in Stroud for the annual Stroud Art Walk. Enjoy local artists’ work, a children’s play area, arts and crafts and other family-friendly events on June 13.  Transport yourself to paradise at the Gathering Place’s Caribbean Vibes festival on June 26-27. The event offers music, dancing, food and carnival games. Visit gatheringplace.org for more information.  Celebrate Independence...

Sweeping gracefully away from Oklahoma City Boulevard, the first phase of Scissortail Park marks a historical turning point for downtown’s southwest side. Scissortail’s 40-acre Upper Park, opened Sept. 27, adjoins the Skydance Bridge over Interstate 40 and connects to the 30-acre Lower Park, which, upon completion, will give OKC its largest park. The Upper Park offers a covered stage, a...

What makes a company appealing to potential employees depends on who you ask. Some common answers, however, remain consistent across the board: flexible hours; substantial vacation days; quality insurance benefits; retirement packages; a strong pool of coworkers and management. Other draws are the intangible perks: a collaborative work environment; a sense of feeling appreciated; room for creativity and out-of-the-box...

For 20 years, we at Oklahoma Magazine have compiled The Best of the Best in our July issue to help you, our readers, find the finest in everything the state has to offer. The best part? These are your choices, your votes and your voices telling us who you think are the best of the best at what they do. Perhaps...

OKC Grub Vast Nestled at the top of the 50-story Devon Tower, Vast offers fine dining and an exquisite panorama of the city. vastokc.com Patrono Patrono is a fantastic place to nab sophisticated yet affordable Italian fare before a show at the Civic Center Music Hall. patronookc.com Kitchen 324 Another feather in the cap of the Good Egg Dining Group, Kitchen 324 is a favorite...