Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Tulsa neighbors are donating pool passes so kids can swim at Lacy Park despite the $3 fee.
The Tulsa Parks Department now accepts donations at the park's Rec Center (where free lessons and work-to-swim programs are offered) after a social media post spurred community support.
The City of Tulsa is hosting a Summer Genealogy Workshop series June 18–20 at Gradient in partnership with Intermountain Forensics and Greenwood Cultural Center; Thursday's sessions ended, today's run is 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday's will be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for ancestry research.
Joe Efrid, 90, has volunteered nearly 19 years at Ascension St. John Hospital, logging over 16,000 hours to help patients and visitors feel less stressed + he says his service brings him a good feeling and may inspire others to help out.
On Thursday, a Glenpool semitruck driver reached 4 million accident free miles while on duty near Tulsa (a record that highlights his safe driving career).
Today, energy startups from across the country pitched innovative technologies to industry leaders at Rose Rock Bridge (a Tulsa Innovation Labs venture) in Tulsa.
Tulsa’s Circle Cinema has named four Walk of Fame inductees for its film festival.
Filmmaker Jeremy Charles, actress Olivia Jordan, and posthumous honorees Ralph Blane and Lucien Ballard will be honored on Wednesday, July 15 (their medallions will be set into the theater’s east entrance).
Tickets are on sale now for HortonFest Redux, which celebrates 20 years of Horton Records—a nonprofit supporting Oklahoma musicians.
The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 19 at Tulsa VFW Post 577 (1109 East Sixth Street) with doors opening at 6 p.m. and music at 7 p.m.
Tulsa native band Wilderado will perform a free indie rock concert at 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 2 at Thunderbird Casino in Norman.
The group, on a break from its tour, gives Oklahoma fans a chance to enjoy a local summer show.
Downtown Tulsa Partnership is inviting artists to design a lighting-based art installation for an alley that connects the Deco District, Tulsa Performing Arts Center, and Blue Dome District.
Applications are due by June 29 and shortlisted candidates will submit full proposals later this year.
The City of Tulsa is hosting Summer Genealogy Workshops from June 18 to June 20 to help residents explore their ancestry (all sessions are open to the public).
FC Tulsa vs Loudoun United Pro Soccer Match
FC Tulsa sits in first place in the USL Western Conference, and Friday’s home match is sure to be a thriller—just as $1 Beer Section Night returns to ONEOK Field. Today in Tulsa readers can enjoy up to 50% off day of game prices with this special offer.
She Hates Me Not Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience the raw, in-your-face sound of She Hates Me Not as they rock Tulsa.
Michael Glatzmaier Musical Improv Comedy Show
4-11 PM — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of spontaneous musical improv comedy based on audience suggestions.
Tulsa Drillers vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
All day — ONEOK Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling baseball action as the Tulsa Drillers clash with the Corpus Christi Hooks over six exciting days.
Pork & Pinot Wine Event
6:30-9 p.m. — The Summit — Reservations required — Indulge in a delightful tasting experience with exquisite wines and gourmet pork dishes.
Lewis & Cork Wine Dinner
6-9:30 p.m. — Juniper Restaurant — Food $70 | Pairings $55 — Celebrate summer with an exquisite wine tasting and a five-course menu inspired by the Pacific Northwest.
Pariah System Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Cost info not available — Experience an electrifying performance by Pariah System in Tulsa's vibrant venue.
Craig Shoemaker Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Craig Shoemaker's stand-up performance.
Johnny Mullenax Live Performance
12-3 p.m. — Mercury Lounge — Free entry — Experience a lively bluegrass brunch with musical camaraderie and improvised guitar face-offs.
The Great Okie Jokie Laugh-Off
9:45 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets start at $65 — Get ready for a side-splitting evening filled with laughter and fun.
Folds of Honor - Tulsa Freedom Fest
Event Day — 8:00 p.m. — River Parks — Free entry — Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with one of the largest free fireworks shows.
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