Things to Do in January & February
JAN. 6-8 Eagle Watch at Arcadia Lake (9000 E 2nd St, Edmond). See majestic eagles in their natural habitat. Begin at the Arcadia Lake Park office for information about where the eagles can be found and check out the raptor wingspan display, videos and more. Dress warmly and bring binoculars. $3 per vehicle. 8am-4pm. arcadialakeok.com JAN. 7 Incredible Ice at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features experiments and crafts to learn about ice and the ways it behaves. Preregister. Best suited for ages 7-12. Member, $7; nonmember, $10. 10-11:30am. myriadgardens.org Kids Take Over the Cowboy (1700 NE 63rd St) features themed, hands-on activities for kids to explore the history of the American West. January’s event is all about outlaws and lawmen. Activities are free with admission while supplies last. 10am-noon. Also held: Feb. 4 – Boley Rodeo . nationalcowboymusemm.org FREE Hooked on Fishing Lessons at Route 66 Park (9901 NW 23rd St). Kids ages 5-15 will be taught basic fishing skills including casting and knot tying with hands-on instruction and fishing time. Rods, reels and bait provided. Preregister. 1-3pm. Also held: Jan. 28 & Feb. 25 – Edwards Park; Feb. 11 – Route 66 Park . okc.gov/parksignup FREE New Year’s Stickball Game at the First Americans Museum (659 First Americans Blvd) features a tournament- style stickball game. Spectators are encouraged to cheer from the sidelines and take part in a hands- on demonstration. 1-4pm. famok.org Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate! at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave). Learn all about the chocolate tree, and hunt for one growing in the conservatory. Preregister. Best suited for ages 6-10. Member, $12; nonmember, $15. 1-2pm. myriadgardens.org Teen Yoga Retreat at Bikram Yoga (210 S Ellison Ave) features a monthly two-hour yoga class taught by Heather Geis Lensgraf, RYT-500. Learn yoga poses, breathing techniques, meditation, self-awareness and relaxation skills that combat the stressors teens face. $20; scholarships available. 2-4pm. bikramyogaokc.com/schedule
JAN. 8 FREE LIVE! on the Plaza in the Plaza District (1700 block NW 16th St) features local artists, live music, special events, local shopping and more. Noon-4pm. plazadistrict.org JAN. 12-15
International Finals Rodeo at Lazy E Arena (9600 Lazy E Dr, Guthrie) features four days of professional rodeo action as cowboys and cowgirls compete for the title of World Champion in eight events. $20 & up. See website for schedule. ipra-rodeo.com JAN. 13-15 Oklahoma Bead & Jewelry Show at State Fair Park Oklahoma Expo Hall (3213 Wichita Walk) features fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, beads, beading supplies, pearls, silver, designer cabochons, minerals and tools. $5. Friday & Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-4 pm. aksshow.com JAN. 14 FREE See You Saturdays at Oklahoma Hall of Fame (1400 Classen Dr) features complimentary admission, crafts, games and more. Guests can take part in a sensory- friendly experience from 9-10am. All ages welcome. 9am-2pm. oklahomahof.com JAN. 15
JAN. 21 Lunar New Year at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features face painting, music, cultural presentations, crafts for kids and performances from Lion Dancers. Free to attend. 11am-2pm. myriadgardens.org JAN. 27 Late Night at the Museum: Fun with Forensics at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum (1700 NE 63rd St) features an evening about forensic techniques. Learn about fingerprinting and impression casting, then go on a flashlight tour, play a real-life game of Clue and watch a movie. Preregister; adult must accompany children. Best suited for ages 7 & up. $30-$35. 6:30-11pm. nationalcowboymuseum.org
AT&T Sundays at First Americans Museum (659 First Americans Blvd). Kids ages 4-12 receive free admission to the museum galleries on the third Sunday of the month. 11am-5pm. Also held: Feb. 19. famok.org
MLK Day JAN. 16
FREE Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration (various locations) features a silent march, bell ringing, parade and job fair. 9am-3pm. okcmlkjrcoalition.org Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features a variety of family-friendly activities that honor Dr. King’s historic message including live performances, read-alouds, crafts and more. Free to attend. 10am-1pm. myriadgardens.org
Norman Philharmonic’s Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church (419 S University Blvd, Norman) features a special performance to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Adults, $15; kids (16 & under), $7. 7:30pm. normanphil.com
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