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December 15, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily gets a feel of where to wind down in Norman READ MORE

Fashion around Norman: The Daily checks out local designers

November 19, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily's Cassie Rhea Little checks out fashion designers working in Norman and Oklahoma City. READ MORE

Writer, musicologist Wagner delivers multimedia lecture

November 17, 2008 | 0 comments

Renowned multimedia director, musicologist and writer Dr. Gottfried Wagner spoke to a crowded Meacham Auditorium Friday afternoon, where he discussed the German National Myth in Bayreuth and the musical works of his prestigious family in a multimedia lecture. READ MORE

The Rat Pack in the city

November 13, 2008 | 0 comments

Jazz fans may have thought they missed the chance to see Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dean Martin perform live, but the Rat Pack reunited Tuesday night at Oklahoma City’s Civic Center Music Hall — and will continue to do so through Sunday. READ MORE

Norman community gathers for art exhibit

November 10, 2008 | 0 comments

Wine and cheese, a jazz band and an array of Russian photography brought members of the Norman and OU community together Friday night the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art for the Museum Art Association’s 2009 membership party. READ MORE

Slain photographer’s work displayed in Gaylord Hall

November 3, 2008 | 0 comments

If you get the chance to experience “Journey: Dan Eldon’s Images of War and Peace,” a photography exhibit on display in the Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication through Nov. 23, you should brace yourself for an emotional viewing. READ MORE

Shopping scared at Sandalwood & Sage

October 30, 2008 | 0 comments

While typical Halloween traditions will fill streets across America tonight, a local Norman shop will celebrate the true meaning of the season — the Celtic New Year. READ MORE

Stock up on scary: Where to shop for Halloween

October 30, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily details the best places to get your Halloween spook supplies. READ MORE

Opera Review: 'Lakme'

October 23, 2008 | 0 comments

A tale of forbidden love and sounds of coloratura soprano will engulf the Reynolds Performing Arts Center tonight through Oct. 25 as the OU Opera Theatre, School of Music and School of Dance presents Leo Delibes’ “Lakmé”. READ MORE

Miss OU hopeful: 'Pageant days are just normal days'

October 21, 2008 | 0 comments

Many beauty queen hopefuls, spend the weeks before the pageant preparing and hop on stage when the big day comes. For some pageant girls, however, the race to the crown doesn’t begin or end — it’s a way of life. READ MORE

Rawhide brings 'sophisticated ranch style' to Norman

October 17, 2008 | 0 comments

Whoever said western culture couldn’t be luxurious and fashion forward hasn’t made it to Rawhide, 209 E. Main St., a western culture boutique in Norman. READ MORE

COLUMN: Fashion at the Park

October 13, 2008 | 0 comments

Whoever thought football was the best reason to trek to Dallas this weekend obviously hasn’t heard about the Fashion at the Park runway shows brought straight from New York, Milan and Paris. READ MORE

COLUMN: Prescription to paint

October 9, 2008 | 0 comments

Creativity is my psychological fix. Let’s face it — in a society full of antidepressants, anxiety-reducing drugs and a therapist for even the deepest emotional garbage, it is sometimes hard to find the perfect remedy for life’s stressful curveballs. READ MORE

Bending bodies and shaping minds: Yoga studios in Norman

October 5, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily takes a look at yoga studios around Norman. READ MORE

Green and ‘groovy’ in Andrews Park

September 29, 2008 | 0 comments

Guitar licks echoed through the air as an excited crowd gathered yesterday for Norman’s biannual Groovefest. Held on the Andrews Park amphitheater stage from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., the human rights festival promoted consumer consciousness and showcased a variety of local artists, vendors and environmentally friendly organizations. READ MORE

OU Symphony performs first concert Tuesday

September 26, 2008 | 0 comments

The OU Symphony lit up the Sharp Concert Hall stagein Catlett Music Center Tuesday night with sounds of Beethoven, Bach and the world premiere of Lance Hulme's "Siren Song." READ MORE

Sweet tooth satisfaction: cookies, candy and chocolates

September 25, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily’s Cassie Rhea Little checks out a few Norman locales selling sticky, sugary and scrumptious treats READ MORE

A bad case of the doodlebug: making masterpieces in class

September 18, 2008 | 0 comments

School might be associated with tests, readings and due dates; but for certain OU students, time spent in class means a masterpiece is almost completed. In a world where in-class entertainment can be less than stellar and impatience often runs rampant, sometimes it’s necessary to whip out a pencil and let the doodlebug within take over. READ MORE

String ’em up: Beadery provides artistic outlet

September 17, 2008 | 0 comments

Nestled in the heart of Campus Corner, Alouette Beadery has offered people a place to experience art in a personal way since the 1960s. The store offers instruction on how to bead, a quiet place to stop and bead between classes and a great place to throw parties. READ MORE

Renowned architectural photographer in OKC

September 15, 2008 | 0 comments

American architectural photographer Julius Shulman spoke Thursday evening to a jam-packed audience at the Untitled [ArtSpace] gallery in Oklahoma City as part of the Bruce Goff Lecture Series. READ MORE

Second Downtown Arts Market brings Norman together

September 8, 2008 | 0 comments

There were fans gathered, tents pitched and a talented group of players entertaining in Norman Saturday, but OU football was not involved. The second Downtown Arts Market, hosted by the Dreamer Concepts Studio & Foundation, was held along the Legacy Trail on Jones Avenue, and included local artists, a street chess championship, story telling, live music and local farmers. READ MORE

Let them eat cake: Norman bakery serves up specialty desserts

September 4, 2008 | 3 comments

When Debra Van Wagner took on the task of creating a 3-D Ninja Turtle cake for her son’s birthday 18 years ago, she never imagined that her edible piece of art would turn into a household Norman business. READ MORE

COLUMN: ‘Gummy worms made me fat’

September 2, 2008 | 0 comments

I can still remember move-in day. My parents drilled me for hours about credit card debt, alcohol, sex and other typical college temptations. Dad repeatedly told me to drive in the right-hand lane on the Interstate and my mom read off some last-minute abduction statistics to give me a fright. Yes, my parents forewarned me about everything imaginable. Everything, that is, except the one thing that got me. READ MORE

Eatin’ organic in the neighborhood

September 1, 2008 | 0 comments

The Daily explores Norman stores specializing in organic foods. READ MORE

COLUMN: Is smoking sexy?

August 28, 2008 | 10 comments

Almost all of us can picture it: Audrey Hepburn standing in front of Tiffany’s in a little black dress, her hair pulled back in a soft up-do with a long cigarette and holder in hand. She had just finished eating her “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and was due a good smoke. As she continues to move through the famous 1961 film she leaves a trace of smoke wherever she goes. READ MORE

Streamlined style offers peaceful, yet attractive home atmosphere

August 26, 2008 | 0 comments

As a new semester swings into gear, students find that streamlined style is the best way to create a tranquil personal space at college. READ MORE

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