EDMOND — Edmond community events

4 Saturday

The 32nd annual Arts Festival Oklahoma is set for Sept. 4-6 at Oklahoma City Community College where festival-goers may view and purchase original artwork and handicrafts, listen to live performances and sample a diverse selection of food. Arts Festival Oklahoma is produced and hosted by Oklahoma City Community College. For more information, go to occc.edu/afo.

The University of Oklahoma’s Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art presents Wanderlust: Travel and American Photography through Sept. 12. The exhibit examines the role America highways and interstates have played in the migratory desires of the American people. For more information, visit www.ou.edu/fjjma.

Kirkland’s store at 1715 Belle Isle Blvd. offers free home décor sessions with designer J.L. Hill from 1-4 p.m. For more information, contact Kirkland’s store at 843-7857, or www.kirklands.com.

The City of Arcadia presents their 27th annual Labor Day Festival and Rodeo Sept. 3-5. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for youth ages 7-12, 6 and under are free.  For more information, visit www.townofarcadia.com.

6 Monday

The Oklahoma Master Chorale will have auditions until Sept. 10 and welcomes all interested singers. Dr. Nettie Jean Williams, founder and director of the Oklahoma Master Chorale, has scheduled four concerts for the coming season. The first will be an all-Brahms event with full orchestra, then two performances mid-season of Haydn’s “Lord Nelson Mass,” concluding with a program of selected American choral works in McAlester in May. To arrange for a private audition, or to learn more about the chorale, those interested can call Dr. Williams at 250-1484 or 329-3664.



7 Tuesday

Quilting enthusiasts meet at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 325 E. First St. (First & University) For more information, write cambug8625@hotmail.com.



8 Wednesday

Choctaw’s 20th annual Oktoberfest, set for Sept. 8-11 is a celebration of German tradition complete with traditional folk dancing, singing, authentic costumes and a variety of beers and German food prepared by Old Germany Restaurant. The family-friendly festival at Choctaw Creek Park features a variety of entertainment for those of all ages. For more information, see choctawfestival.org/oktoberfest.

Developmental Screening will be from 1-5 p.m. at the Edmond Library. A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age. At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance at 425-4412.



9 Thursday

Jerry Ellis will give readings from his published works at 7 p.m. in UCO’s Pegasus Theater.  For more information about the event, call the Department of English at 974-5667. For more information about Ellis, visit www.tanagerretreat.com.

Music, theater and art

4 Saturday

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park will conclude its run of “Romeo and Juliet” at 8 p.m. tonight at Bicentennial Park in front of the Civic Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors, and free for children 12 and under; season tickets are $25. For more information, call 235-3700 or visit OklahomaShakespeare.com.



5 Sunday

The Oklahoma City Philharmonic will perform at the Oklahoma City Community College Arts Festival. Admission is free and parking is $5. The Oklahoma City Community College is at 7777 South May Ave. For more information, visit www.occc.edu/AFO, www.okcphilharmonic.org or call 842-5387.

Horseshoe Road will perform at 5 p.m. at Frontier City. The performance is free with park admission or season pass.



7 Tuesday

Children Reading to Dogs will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Edmond Library. All dogs and owners are trained and certified as dog therapy teams, and most through Therapy Dogs International. Sessions last approximately 15-20 minutes.



8 Wednesday

Valery Kuleshov, artist-in-residence for the University of Central Oklahoma College of Fine Arts and Design, will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Center for Transformative Learning Recital Hall. For tickets, call 974-3778.

Collin Moulton will be appearing through Sept. 12 at the Loony Bin Comedy Club in Oklahoma City. For showtimes and ticket prices visit www.loonybincomedy.com.



9 Thursday

Bring your lunch to the Downtown Library Atrium, 300 Park Avenue from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a performance by Easy Street, a pop trio. Performances are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Downtown Library at 606-3833.

The Fine Arts Institute of Edmond will have auditions for the play “The Frog Prince” for students in the 2nd through 7th grades, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Fine Arts Institute, 26W. Edwards. Call-backs will be Sept. 11 at noon. Cast members will rehearse Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Sept. 14 and continuing through the performance date on Nov. 18 and 19 at 7 p.m., Nov. 20 at 3 and 7 p.m. and Nov. 21 at 3 p.m For more information, call 340-4481 or visit www.edmondfinearts.com.

Oklahoma City actress Cristela Carrizales will present an evening of music and musing in her one-woman show “Short, Round & Brown” at 8 p.m. Sept. 9-11 at the Ghostlight Club, 3110 N. Walker. Tickest are $10 and can be purchased by calling 355-3258 or e-mail cristela.carrizales@gmail.com.



10 Friday

The Oklahoma City Storytelling Festival will take place at the Kerr Auditorium, 123 Robert S. Kerr Ave, in Oklahoma City through Sept. 11. The storytelling festival brings several distinguished storytellers to Oklahoma City to perform and teach during evening performances, an afternoon family matinee, late night ghost stories, professional workshops and a community outreach program that serves at-risk youth. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit www.artscouncilokc.com.

Upcoming

September 11

Septemberfest, a free Oklahoma celebration for the whole family featuring activities and interactive exhibits for people of all ages, is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Governor’s Mansion. Attractions at the 2010 Septemberfest include historic re-enactments, crafts, story times and a challenging hay bale maze. To volunteer for Septemberfest, contact Staci Foresee at 557-0198. For more information about the event, please contact Friends of the Mansion at 557-0198.

Central Oklahoma Hemerocallis Society (Daylily Club) will host their Fall Daylily Sale from 8a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 11 at Will Rogers Garden Center, 3400 N.W. 36th St., Oklahoma City.  For more information call 433-2217 or 603-2225.

AARP Defensive Driving Safety Class will be from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Edmond Library. This course helps drivers refine existing driving skills and develop safe driving techniques. Upon completion of this class on safe driving techniques, the student will be eligible to receive a state-mandated discount on their auto insurance premium. Cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. Register is at the Edmond Library, or by calling the library at 341-9282.

The Stamp Club will meet 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Edmond Library for 4th grade students and up. Looking for a new hobby? Join experienced stamp collectors who can guide you in this rewarding venture. Pre-register 348-4607.



September 14

A stitchers group will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Edmond Library. Stitchers and sewing aficionados are invited to bring their unfinished projects or newly begun masterpieces to the library. For more information, call the library at 341-9282.



September 15

[Artspace] at Untitled will present A Taste of Art class at 6 p.m. The theme will be Fall Harvest: A Seasonal Spread and will feature Chef Beau Stephen of Bin 73 Wine Bar.  Classes are $75 and gift certificates are available. Classes are limited to the first 20 registrants. To register or for more information, call 815-9995 or go to http://www.artspaceatuntitled.org/programs_education/index.cfm?page=atasteofart.



September 16

The History Book Club will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Edmond Library. Join the newly organized book club for history buffs. “Last Stand” by Nathaniel Philbrick is the selection for the month. A guest speaker from UCO will be present.



September 17

“Steps in Time” featuring Tommy Tune will be at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at UCO’s Mitchell Hall Theater. Experience the major theatrical milestones in the career of Broadway’s nine-time Tony Award-winning musical enigma Tommy Tune — featuring the Manhattan Rhythm Kings. For tickets, call 974-3375.

Central Oklahoma Hemerocallis Society (Daylily Club)will meet at 6 p.m Sept. 17. The meeting will feature a potluck dinner followed by a slide presentation of the 2010 Regional Convention held in St Louis, Mo. For more information call 433-2217 or 603-2225.

Individual Artists of Oklahoma will have an exhibition of new artworks by Tulsa artists, Mazen Abufadil and Laurie Spencer. There will be an opening reception on Sept. 17, from 6-9 pm at the IAO Gallery. The exhibition runs through Oct. 9.



September 18

Historic re-enactors will portray individuals interred at the Fort Reno Post Cemetery in El Reno between 1874 and 1948 during Historic Fort Reno’s Tombstone Tales at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. with a chuck wagon lunch at noon on Sept. 18. For more information, call 262-3987 or see elrenotourism.com.



September 20

The College Music Society will present a New Music Concert at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at UCO’s Mitchell Hall Theater. UCO faculty and students perform original music to be showcased at the Annual National College Music Society Convention. For tickets, call 974-3375.