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Join B&B Theatres in Tulsa, Sapulpa, or Claremore for National Cinema Day on Sunday, August 27th. All tickets are just $4 for any movie, showtime, or premium format, plus 50% off popcorn for Backstage Pass members. Not a member yet? It's free to sign up!

Event

Rocklahoma 2023 is Aiming to Help You Rock On and Stay Updated with New App

Rocklahoma is roaring back from September 1st to 3rd, promising electrifying performances and a shiny new app to keep the vibe high and the plans solid.

• Epic Lineup: This year isn't just any Rocklahoma. With Godsmack, Pantera, Rob Zombie, and Bush headlining, it's shaping up to be a legendary rock fest. Oh, and did we mention 45 rock and music groups performing over three days? You might want to clear your calendar.

• Tech Rocker: Don't just rock; rock smartly. Rocklahoma is launching a mobile app to amplify the visitor experience. It's not all music schedules, though, think real-time updates on performance changes and even weather forecasts.

Eager to join the rock renaissance at Pryor Creek? Read on HERE.

Education

Epic Charter Goes Beyond Virtual with More Face-to-Face Learning on the Horizon

Epic Charter Schools, traditionally known for its virtual prowess, is set to shake up its image. The Oklahoma educator is unveiling more in-person learning opportunities, challenging the digital-only stereotype.

• Schoolhouse Model: However, this isn’t your grandma's school setup. Born from post-pandemic parental feedback, Epic is mixing digital with the traditional, ensuring students don’t just see pixels but people. With this model, students can have multiple in-person meetings weekly across the state.

• Teacher Envy: Epic isn’t just drawing students; it’s a teacher magnet, too. Starting salaries at $60,000? No wonder educators are flocking. In fact, a whopping 600 certified teachers applied this year but couldn't land a spot.

Crack open the original article and discover how Epic Charter is reshaping the education landscape, one in-person class at a time HERE.

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Dive into Movie Magic for Just $4 at B&B Theatres

This Sunday, August 27th, is about to get much more cinematic with National Cinema Day, and B&B Theatres will not miss the opportunity to celebrate. Your favorite blockbusters, romantic comedies, or edge-of-your-seat thrillers are all within reach for just $4. Whether it's a matinee or an evening show in 3D or Grand Screen, this is your ticket to reel entertainment.

• B&B Theatres Takes Center Stage: It's not just a nationwide celebration – B&B Theatres is rolling out the red carpet right here in Oklahoma. The Tulsa Starworld 20, Claremore Cinema 8, and Sapulpa Cinema 8 will participate.

• More Than Just a Movie: Not only are ticket prices taking a delightful dip, but there's also half-priced popcorn for all Backstage Pass members. And if you're not a member? Don't worry! Sign up for free and munch away. Plus, if you're heading to the Tulsa Starworld 20, there's a splash of color waiting with free face painting from 1 pm to 5 pm.

So, mark your calendar, gather your crew, and make it a movie day to remember. Learn more HERE.

Jobs

Tulsa's Tech Surge Promises 10,000 Jobs and More

Tulsa is making waves in the tech scene, with Tulsa Innovation Labs (TIL) at the forefront of the revolution. Our city's tech future looks brighter than ever.

• Billion-Dollar Boost: Thanks to TIL's initiatives, the city anticipates over $1 billion in capital investment from both the public and private sectors and provides big bucks and job opportunities. 10,000 tech jobs by the early 2030s, with an appealing average wage of $67,000, to be exact. And guess what? Over half of these roles won't even demand a bachelor's degree.

• More than Just Jobs: Beyond the employment spree, TIL has ambitious plans to magnetize Tulsa for techies. We're talking about attracting nearly 150 new companies in the next eight years, laying the foundation for energy tech startups, and snagging a cool $38 million in federal funding for advanced mobility research.

Read all about it HERE.

Restaurant

Gleaton Takes on Sisserou's - Tulsa's Art District's Caribbean Culinary Gem

Tucked between Mexicali’s and Phyrme Steakhouse, Sisserou’s offers a gastronomic journey to the Dominican islands with a hint of European and American culinary magic, and we get to enjoy it through the eyes of our favorite Facebook food critic, Jared Gleaton.

• Setting the Scene: Beyond its modest brick exterior adorned with a parrot, Sisserou’s reveals a lively canvas of color and spirit. Vibrant pop art, soaring ceilings, and a chic bar combine to transport diners straight to the heart of the Caribbean.

• Service Supreme: According to Gleaton, the dishes at Sisserou’s impress, but their stellar team makes dining truly memorable. His server, Brianna Guyton’s intimate knowledge of the menu and genuine passion for food made the visit a bespoke dining experience.

Catch the rest of Gleaton’s tasty insights HERE.

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In other news

• Gather Together: Kuma Roberts, President and CEO of The Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce, joins The Well community for a potluck Community Dinner at Cyntergy Community Room this Sunday.*

• Hands First: An Oklahoma family's epic quest takes them noodling catfish across 17 states in a summer.

• Power Problem: Amid soaring temperatures, PSO reveals that the real strain on the power grid isn't the heat itself but the rising consumer demand from homes and businesses.

• Simple Act, Massive Impact: A wrong bus and a tough day at school left a young boy disheartened in north Tulsa. However, kind-hearted officers ensured his safe return home and pooled in to gift him the NFL Madden24 game he longed for.

• Moving On: Dr. Deborah Gist is negotiating her departure from Tulsa Public Schools in an unexpected back-to-school move.

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