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Festival

Don’t Miss The Greenwood Film Festival - A Global Celebration of Black Cinema and Social Liberation

Mark your calendar for the Greenwood Film Festival (GFF), a platform showcasing 41 films from black creators worldwide, and discover how this Tulsa-based festival fuses film, social justice, and immersive discussions.

• Variety Of Offerings: From thought-provoking panels to actor workshops, GFF offers a buffet of enlightening events. Participants can debate the portrayal of black fathers in cinema, explore trauma movies with Nigerian director Bakia Thomas, or join collaborative creative think tanks.

• Global Film Screenings: Films from around the globe form the festival's backbone, presenting a diverse array of black narratives. Anticipated premieres include 'Gates', 'The Rising Sun', and 'Riding Legacy', covering themes from land justice to historical events.

Sold? Check out the full schedule and grab your tickets HERE.

Food

Top Spots for the Chicest Cheese and Meat Boards in T-Town

Charcuterie Heads - listen up. Tulsa’s board game can not be stopped and we’ve got the 411 on where to get your fix.

• Basque: Serving a generous trio of Spanish cheeses – Manchego, Cana de Cabra, and Idiazabel Membrillo – paired with housemade strawberry preserves, Marcona almonds, and toasted bread. Their charcuterie board's charm lies in the add-on of marinated olives infused with garlic, orange, and chile.

• Vintage Wine Bar: Complement your wine flight with a snack plate filled with marinated olives, Marcona almonds, prosciutto, Manchego cheese, port-soaked cranberries, and bread. Other snacks include crispy chickpeas, romesco dip with chips, and roasted shishito peppers with garlic aioli.

We urge you not to sleep on The Chalkboard’s cheesy lineup either but for that scoop, you’re going to have to read more HERE.

Travel

Brace Yourself for an Unforgettable Visit to Natural Falls State Park

Have you gotten your nature fix this summer break? Need some inspiration? We’ve got you covered. The Natural Falls State Park, nestled just off Highway 412 in Oklahoma, is a nature lover's paradise offering an experience that will leave you awestruck.

• Activities Galore: Natural Falls State Park is far more than a simple scenic destination. Offering everything from cool yurts that add a pinch of modernity to your classic camping experience, to gorgeous hiking trails that weave through the park.

• Live Nature 101: This park is a living, breathing outdoor classroom. It's a place where the relationship between water movement and algae becomes a visible reality. And with wildlife residents that include birds, fish, deer, and even bobcats, every step you take is a new lesson in nature's wonders.

Strap on your explorer's gear, dig into the full article and get ready for the Natural Falls State Park to etch indelible memories into your adventurous spirit HERE.

Airport

CLEAR Unveils Expedited Security at Tulsa International Airport

Ready to leave long airport security lines behind? Us too. CLEAR, the identity verification technology, is rolling out its services at Tulsa International Airport (TUL), promising an accelerated and frictionless travel experience.

• The Magic of Speedy Boarding: The new launch of CLEAR at TUL heralds a cutting-edge travel amenity for passengers. The system uses biometric technology to verify members' identities via their eyes or fingers, eliminating the need to present traditional IDs. So, it's a goodbye to the tiresome rummaging through your bag for a passport or driver's license.

• CLEAR's Conquest Continues: This step signifies another stride in CLEAR's national expansion, now serving a total of 53 airports and over 16 million members. With the added service, members traveling to TUL's top 10 domestic destinations can use CLEAR at both ends of their journey. Plus, an optional CLEAR Plus membership grants wider access to these expedited lanes, with discounts for members of select airlines and credit card users.

To get all the information about how CLEAR can give you wings (or at least a quicker path) to your next destination, check out the full article HERE.

Restaurants

Tulsa is a Big Culinary Deal Right Now

Tulsa continues to defy culinary expectations, hosting a diverse dining scene that stands uniquely apart from even our larger neighbor, Oklahoma City. We're embracing modern takes on traditional dishes, housing an impressive number of inclusive spaces, and our restaurants are moving beyond the old-fashioned meat-heavy plates. Here are a few of our standouts:

• Farm To Your Table: FarmBar, led by partners Lisa Becklund and Linda Ford, is a standout among Tulsa's diverse culinary offerings. This widely celebrated spot sets itself apart by offering a tasting menu that regularly rotates to showcase the best of Oklahoma's agricultural bounty.

• Top Notch Tikki: The Saturn Room offers a distinct tiki bar experience, setting itself apart from the typical bar scene in Tulsa. With its tropical, funky interior and a wide selection of exotic cocktails, the Saturn Room provides an escape to a tropical oasis right in the heart of Oklahoma and is very much a “vibe,” as the youths say.

Check out the other eateries that made the list for their forward-thinking values and out-of-this-world dishes HERE.

Tulsa Daily Picks

In other news

• Tour Tea: Join the Talking Tulsa Tunnels tour on Tuesdays and Thursdays to explore the mysterious tunnels beneath Tulsa's streets - it's all about the rumors, whispers, and hearsay surrounding these hidden passageways.

• Green Waste Be Gone: While some neighborhoods are experiencing delays in green waste pickup, residents can use the drop-off site for free by showing their ID and a utility bill.

• Misery Business: These pics from the Paramore show at The BOK are packing FOMO.

• Good Cops: The Tulsa Police Department raised over $4,000 for Special Olympics Oklahoma through their 'Tip-A-Cop' event held at Texas Roadhouse.

• Thank You For Your Service: Family and friends gathered in Norman to send off 50 Oklahoma National Guard members who are being deployed to assist in Operation Lone Star at the Texas border.

• Mowgli Forever: The Tulsa Spotlight Theater is set to bring The Jungle Book to the stage. Loincloths are welcome. (We’re pretty sure?)

• Hiking In The Moonlight: Experience the magic of Ray Harral Nature Park under the glow of a full moon this Tuesday during their Full Moon Hike.

• Brains And Burgers: Grab your pink bunny ears and get ready for an evening of hilarious fun and friendly competition at Tulsa Starworld 20’s Bob's Burgers Trivia night.

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