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Events / August 2, 2024

Community meeting on Adventure District development

Business owners, residents and community organizers are invited to a key community meeting to explore the potential creation of new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts in and around the Adventure District. This session will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on August 6 at Millwood High School. The meeting intends to provide a detailed overview of TIF districts and solicit community feedback on the proposed plans aimed at boosting the area’s development and appeal.

By Selena Romero
Events / August 1, 2024

Celebrate with OG&E and RIVERSPORT: Half-price Last Blast of Summer passes

OG&E and RIVERSPORT are teaming up to celebrate the end of summer with a special promotion offering discounted Last Blast of Summer day passes from August 5-7. For just $30—half the regular price of $60—visitors can enjoy a full day of thrilling activities, including whitewater rafting, tubing, climbing, surfing and other adventure sports.

By Chamber Staff
Events / July 18, 2024

Oklahoma Business Opportunity Conference on Advanced Manufacturing

The Oklahoma Business Opportunity Conference, themed “Advanced Manufacturing,” will connect Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) with corporations seeking procurement opportunities with diverse suppliers. Sponsored by OG&E Energy Corp., the one-day event, scheduled for July 25th, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., will feature networking sessions, roundtable discussions and a trade show, culminating in a 25th Anniversary reception.

By Chamber Staff
Events / June 14, 2024

FAA's 10th Annual MMAC Industry Day and Matchmaking Event

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) invites small businesses to its 10th Annual MMAC Small & Disadvantaged Business Industry Day and Matchmaking Event on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT. This exciting event is designed to foster connections and collaboration between small businesses and key FAA program and customer organizations.

By Chamber Staff
Events / June 13, 2024

Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation announces 2024 Wall of Fame inductees

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation recently announced the 2024 inductees for its esteemed Wall of Fame. This year’s honorees, which include four traditional inductees and one Unsung Hero recognized posthumously: Dr. Kenneth Blair, Sr., Phil G. Busey, Sr., L. Michael Dillard, Dr. Colleen J. Payne-Nabors and Christina Rehkop. They will be celebrated at the 40th annual Wall of Fame Humanitarian Awards event on October 28.

By Chamber Staff
Events / June 7, 2024

Summer Arts: Free programs at metro libraries and recreation centers

Libraries and recreation centers in the metro area will be filled with a variety of free visual and performing arts programming this summer thanks to a partnership between the Arts Council of Oklahoma City, the Metropolitan Library System and Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation.

By Laura Nance
VeloCity Q&A / December 14, 2021
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