Thursday, December 17, 2009

That's Why They Call It Hidden Treasure

What is a city, but the people; true the people are the city. -William Shakespeare

It's really high time I come out.

It's been weighing heavily on me for several months now, so I'm going to be completely honest with you.

For years, just like most forward-thinking, artistically driven, culture-seeking people, I've planned my escape from Oklahoma. I've spent more hours than I care to reveal plotting and planning, bashing this state I call home.

Several months back, on my way home from the Plaza District, I was struck with a very funny feeling. It literally overtook me, and I was unable to return home. Instead I took a detour down 36th street to Western Avenue, my favorite street in the city.

After about 30 minutes of intense driving, I realized the feeling that had overcome me was that of contentment. A smile lit up my face as I made my way home that night, and I resolved to make the best of this fantastic little (and growing) city.

For you naysayers, take heed.

This year, Forbes voted Oklahoma City as the most recession-proof place to live.

Also, Lonely Planet lists OKC as one of the best made-over cities in the US. With the excitement of MAPS3, the recent legislation passed in OKC for overall city improvement, things will only get better from this point out.

These are both attractants when one considers a place to live, a place to call home.

Whether you are actively planning your departure, considering a life sublime in the OKC metro, or currently letting your roots grow, you'll need things to do to feed your passions and grow you into a better individual.

That's where I come in! Who is this girl? you might ask yourself.

Well, I'm sure there are lots of things I'm not, but to be quite frank, I'm much more concerned with those things I am and will be.

That being said, I'm likely one of the coolest people you'll meet. I think home is where your heart is, which is with those who you love. I actively surround myself with the most interesting, intelligent, and thoughtful individuals, and we hang out in the coolest places.

So, this will be a blog of recommendations. I stay pretty social, even during the week, and I'd like to challenge you to enjoy this city you call home (for however long that will be).




**sorry about the ridiculous video**

This is what my week looks like:

Monday
- My New Shirt and P.S. Conductor at The Venue OKC (This place is in the Plaza District, right where Convergence used to be.)
Tuesday - Paralogia Ultra Lounge (Admittedly a bit douche-y on the weekends, during the week you can enjoy free parking, excellent music, and an art/indie crowd.)
Wednesday - took the night off, but my first choice would have been the best weekly dance party in OK, Robotic Wednesdays, which is now at Kamp's. If you don't know where Kamp's is, then you should probably figure that out soon.
Thursday - The holidays are conflicting with my social calendar! I won't be there, but a great option for Thursday is the Oklahoma City Museum of Art Couch Lounge. They have a lovely gathering of fantastic people, set in a relaxing and artistic environment.
Friday - I'll be mixing business and pleasure at my favorite venue in the city, The Lobby Bar.
Saturday - I plan to get my humanitarian on with a Cycle-a-Thon at my gym, Aspen Penn Square.
Sunday - Oklahoma City Museum of Art is offering free admission for the month of December. For those of you who aren't already members, you should take advantage of that.

Remember that it's Downtown in December! There are many things to choose from for the weekend if you need more ideas.

3 comments:

  1. You are so right. I always catch myself saying "when I leave Oklahoma" but really I admit there are nice places to visit but there's no where like home even if Oklahoma is home!

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  2. so amazing. it's like the tasha does tulsa of 405. only i'll probably like it a lot, lot more. ♥

    you're a gem.

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