Good morning, Tulsa.

Today, families can enjoy free kayak and pedal boat rides on Peggy’s Pond at Gathering Place with rides offered Thursdays and Fridays from 1 to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Mist Mountain’s splash pad reopens on May 23 while Charlie’s Water Mountain remains closed for maintenance until later this summer.

Goodwill Industries of Tulsa opened its Second Chance Outlet on Southwest Boulevard, where shoppers pay by weight for items from bins of donated goods (ranging from clothing to electronics).

The new store aims to reduce waste and fund community programs and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Rogers State University cybersecurity students ranked in the top 2% nationally at the National Cyber League contest held April 25—27, 2025, with one team finishing 101st from 4,779 teams and two teams also placing high.

University staff said the results show the program’s strength in preparing students for real-world cyber challenges.

Tulsa Public Schools overhauled its special education department after years of noncompliance and revealed a corrective action plan on Tuesday that aims to improve evaluations, instruction, and equity for students with disabilities.

District leaders detailed a new leadership team and revised procedures that will take effect next year—meeting state and federal requirements.

The Tulsa Fire Department has implemented the new emergency reporting system NERIS following House Bill 1052 signed on May 7, which replaces the outdated NFIRS — the cloud-based platform will provide real-time analytics and improved data for assessing fire trends, including insights from the recent opening of Station 33 at 4109 S. 134th East Avenue.

A federal judge blocked a law that would have made it a state crime for undocumented immigrants to be in Oklahoma, pausing its enforcement for at least 14 days—until June 3.

The decision follows legal challenges that claim the state law interferes with federal immigration authority.

Charles Pratt started a petition asking to cancel the proposed south Tulsa/Jenks dam project, citing ecological damage, bacterial data and lack of voter input.

As of 1 p.m. Wednesday, 71 signatures have been collected + the petition calls for reallocating funds to other projects and causes.

The Unlikely Candidates Live

8-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience the indie rock vibes of The Unlikely Candidates in an all-ages setting.

Do The Red, White, & Brew Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Arnie's Bar — Ticket required — Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a festive pub crawl featuring contests, prizes, and all-American fun.

Tulsa Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s

3-5 p.m. — American Solera — Check site for ticket info — Engage in rapid-fire conversations with local singles to spark potential romance.

Ryan Adams Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ryan Adams live in a stunning venue for an unforgettable night of music.

Wicked Musical

May 28 – Jun 15 — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the magic and music of the beloved Broadway sensation reimagining the untold stories of the witches of Oz.

Chris Porter Live Stand-Up Comedy

7-8:30 p.m. — Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets available — Come enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Chris Porter, known for his Netflix special 'Ugly & Angry'.

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

6:30 p.m. — German American Society-Tulsa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Coldplay's anthems performed by a talented string quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.

Dierks Bentley Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Dierks Bentley live in Tulsa.

Floating Sound Bath Experience

9-10 a.m. — Brut Hotel Pool — Ticketed event — Float and relax with therapeutic sounds to achieve inner peace and balance.

WWE Monday Night RAW

6:30-8 p.m. — BOK Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the thrilling action of professional wrestling live in downtown Tulsa.