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Weekend Roundup

What’s Up This Weekend?

• 🖌Join the The Stained Glass Adventure on Saturday, January 4, 1-4pm! Unleash your creativity and craft a stunning stained glass suncatcher or mosaic piece to take home. Perfect for solo creators, friends, or family, this beginner-friendly workshop combines art, history, and self-expression in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. All tools and materials included!

• 🥃 Silhouette Flight Night: Boozy Bingo Edition - Kick off your weekend with bingo, drink flights, and awesome prizes—plus, a special reward for the "flyest" sneakers! Join the fun on Friday, January 3, at 9:30 PM, hosted by Silhouette Sneakers & Art.

• 🔎 Stained Glass Pick Your Pattern: Beginner-Friendly Make & Take - Create your own stained glass masterpiece! Choose a pattern, learn the basics, and take home your unique creation. Perfect for ages 12+, all materials provided. Join us Saturday, January 4, 12–4 PM!

• 💃🏼 Dance the night away at the Latin All-White Party- The Dance Place on January 4th, 2025, from 7 PM to Midnight. Start the night with a Merengue lesson at 7 PM, then dance to the best Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and more. Wear your all-white attire and get ready for a night full of fun, rhythm, and great music!

• 🌆 Embark on A Date Night Adventure! with Let's Roam in Tulsa. Explore iconic landmarks like the Guthrie Green, Williams Green, and the Atlas Life Building while solving fun riddles and completing quirky photo challenges. Whether it's your first date or your 50th, this scavenger hunt is the perfect way to create unforgettable memories. Discover hidden gems around the Oil Capital Historic District and Brady Arts District while enjoying a unique, fun-filled experience with your partner!

• 🧘🏼‍♀️ Kick off your wellness journey with the Self-Care City Scavenger Hunt! Explore Tulsa while engaging in a fun, self-guided adventure based on the Hot Habits Book Series. Tailored to all learning styles, this scavenger hunt encourages you to discover new self-care habits across physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, environmental, and occupational wellness. Choose from 15 unique tasks—whether visual, auditory, kinesthetic, or reading-based—and create a personalized experience that supports your growth.

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News

Get Ready for a Giant New Arrival at the Tulsa Zoo! 🐜

Big things are coming to Tulsa Zoo in 2025! The Clayton and Gina Hughes Family Giant Anteater Habitat will break ground this year, offering a unique opportunity to see giant anteaters up close. This exciting new exhibit, made possible by the generous support of the Hughes family, will feature indoor and outdoor spaces, a pool, and plenty of viewing areas to watch these fascinating creatures in action. As part of Tulsa Zoo’s ongoing mission to provide innovative experiences for visitors, this habitat will help raise awareness for the vulnerable giant anteater species. Stay tuned for this thrilling addition, just in time for the zoo's centennial!

Community

🚵🏼‍♂️ Racing into the Future: Changes Coming to Cry Baby Hill!

Cry Baby Hill is gearing up for some exciting changes! The city has unveiled the final design for a new statue that will become a striking centerpiece at this iconic Tulsa Tough location. While the design has sparked lively debate, it’s set to capture the spirit of this beloved cycling hotspot. Adding to the buzz, plans for a nearby hotel have also been announced, promising a stylish retreat for visitors. Though the hotel is slated to open in 2025, anticipation is already building for how these developments will transform Cry Baby Hill into an even more dynamic destination. Stay tuned for updates!

Events

Rev Your Engines: Tulsa Shootout Races Into Action! 🏎

The Tulsa Shootout, the world's largest micro sprint racing event, is back in the SageNet Center, thrilling fans and drivers alike through January 4th! This iconic multi-day event features six exhilarating racing classes, including 600cc Outlaw Winged and Non-Winged Micros, and even a Junior Sprint class for young racers aged 6-12.

This year marks the 41st anniversary of the prestigious competition, with over 1,800 entries vying for the coveted Golden Driller trophy. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or just looking for an unforgettable experience, the Tulsa Shootout is a must-see event for all ages.

Catch the excitement live in the SageNet Center or stream it online with FloRacing. Don’t miss your chance to witness the first dirt track event of the year and cheer on the future stars of racing!

Details:
📍 Location: SageNet Center, 4145 E 21st St., Tulsa, OK
📅 Dates: Now through January 4, 2025
🎟️ Tickets: General Admission available on-site.

For live timing, updates, and more, download the MyRacePass app or visit TulsaShootout.com. Let’s race! 🚦

Sports

⚡ Tulsa Oilers Trade Kylor Wall to Kalamazoo ⚡

The Tulsa Oilers have announced the trade of defenseman Kylor Wall to the Kalamazoo Wings in exchange for cash considerations. Wall, who played 78 games for the Oilers, registered 26 points during his time in Tulsa. The team extends their thanks to Wall for his contributions and wishes him the best of luck in Kalamazoo. The Oilers return to action this Friday, Jan. 3, in Rapid City. 🏒

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