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September 2, 2010

9-3 This Week: what to do, what to see

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EDMOND — 3 Friday

Science Museum Oklahoma will host an extreme sports expo from 6-10 p.m. Sept. 3. The event will feature the dome movie “Extreme” and a close look at the science behind several extreme sports. To register for this event or more information on this and other exhibits at Science Museum Oklahoma guests can call 602-6664, or visit www.sciencemuseumok.org for more information.

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park will present “Romeo and Juliet” Aug. 12 through Sept. 4. Shows are at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings 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.

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’s highways and interstates have played in the migratory desires of the American people. For more information, visit www.ou.edu/fjjma.



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.



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.



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

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.

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.



10 Friday

Physician and Author Deeprak Chopra will speak at 7 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Civic Center Music Hall as part of the Integris Women’s Health Forum 2010. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the the Integris HealthLine at 951-2277 or toll free (888) 951-2277, or register online at www.integrisOK.com/whf.

Mustang’s 34th annual Western Days Festival will be on Sept. 10-11 at the intersection of Mustang Road and State Highway 152. The festival includes a chili cook-off, carnival, rodeo, car show, music and entertainment, parade, food and more free fun for the whole family. For more information go to mustangchamber.com.



11 Saturday

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 historical 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 its Fall Daylily Sale from 8  a.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. Co-Sponsor: AARP

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