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Funny Business
November 6-24, Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
Laugh and the metro laughs with you; cry and you probably missed out on the amazing slate of irrepressible mirth that is this month’s OKC Comedy lineup. Crackerjack local comedians star alongside W. Kamau Bell, former host of FX’s “Totally Biased,” the hilariously deadpan Mary Lynn Rajskub (she’s Chloe on “24” but you should remember her from “Mr. Show”), regular radio presence Tom Segura and the talented Kyle Kinane.
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Very Merry Merchandise
November 5-8, Cox Center
We haven’t reached the heart of the holiday season yet, but wouldn’t you like to enjoy it when it does arrive without being stressed about your shopping list? The Junior League of Oklahoma City is ready to give guests the gift of a holly, jolly jump-start on present purchasing thanks to the more than 100 vendors combining their specialty wares of every description to make up the 2014 Mistletoe Market.
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Luminous Lives
November 13, Cox Center
Membership in it is the state’s highest honor; the Oklahoma Hall of Fame’s exceptional collective will be noticeably more illustrious after this induction ceremony and banquet adds the presences of sculptor Harold Holden, musicians Wanda Jackson and Blake Shelton, political servant and engineer Neal McCaleb, business leader Thomas McCasland, philanthropic medical research supporter Peggy Stephenson and actress Alfre Woodard. Congratulations to all.
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Grape Moments In History
November 13, Edmond Historical Society
As a city grows and develops, it gradually attains a character of its own; a certain distinctive vintage, if you will. The Edmond Historical Society is devoted to chronicling and appreciating its community’s maturation, so the perfect way for it to toast another year of growth is the Wine Through Time fundraising event, whose auctions and tastings are buoyed by a well-chosen set of 16 premium wines.
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Voices United
November 14, Riverwind Casino
The stage is booked, the red carpet is rolled out and the spotlight is ready – it’s time once again for Celebrity Sing. The cavalcade of spectacular talent (and opportunity to snag auction treasures) helps United Way of Norman fulfill its philanthropic mission by funding dozens of programs at 27 nonprofit agencies around the city. It’s a singing, dancing, community-supporting wonder.
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Here We Come A-Marveling
November 14-15, across Norman
Caroling isn’t required for those taking the Assistance League of Norman’s Holiday Home Tour, though there are generally a few choruses of oohs and ahhs. Five private residences will deck their halls a trifle early for the enjoyment of those who love seasonal décor, or beautiful architecture, or helping fund the Assistance League’s philanthropic community support projects. Tidings of comfort and joy!
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Water Wonderland
November 28, Oklahoma River
Sun is down, water’s streaming, and on top, lights are gleaming. So go with the flow to the seasonal show at the Holiday River Parade. It’s the tenth sailing of the free family event that features a skiing demonstration, beautifully decorated and lit boats, a fireworks display and to cap it off, a fly-by from Santa Claus. Yo ho ho ho!
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Walking Up An Appetite
November 27, Stars and Stripes Park
While you’re counting your blessings this year, remember that the capacity to help others, to directly influence and improve the life of someone in need, is itself a tremendous gift. So before your feast, consider stretching your legs at the 15th OKC Turkey Trot 5k and 1-mile fun run; proceeds fund the family support and substance abuse programs of the Eagle Ridge Institute.
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Storm Front
November 1-28, Chesapeake Arena
Is this the Oklahoma City Thunder’s year? It’ll take a while to find out, but along the way we get to investigate other questions about how Adams will develop, how new pieces like Morrow and McGary will fit, whether KD has another MVP performance on tap and how much fun this season will be to watch – whether or not it ends with a ring, it starts here and now.
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Off Stage, On The Spot
November 28-December 20, Carpenter Square Theater
William Gillette has made a name for himself with his convincing stage portrayal of the great detective Sherlock Holmes, but when one of his houseguests is found murdered, the actor must hope he has absorbed enough of the art of detection to unravel the mystery himself. Carpenter Square invites you to enjoy Holmes for the holidays in a humorous whodunit: “The Game’s Afoot.”
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