Spring discovery walk, clothing swap + water protection education, Okaq steam night, and more. 
Happy Friday, Tulsa. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Tulsa Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: OSU-CHS is awarding five Audrey Hendershot rural health scholarships, communities can apply for Route 66 restoration grants, and Tulsa’s 26th Pride Parade returns downtown — catch up here.
State-level stories: New monument marks the first Black owned Route 66 station, Google invests billions in data centers and training, and a cancer survivor program debuts — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: South Korea’s court dismissed a Baby Shark copyright claim, a judge blocked fishing around Pacific atolls, and retirees eye a bigger Social Security increase — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Shop fresh food at Oklahoma’s largest farmers market
- Discover acupuncture benefits at this relief seminar
- Read and discuss C. S. Lewis at book club
- Kids explore science at aquarium STEM Night
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
🫶 We got your back
Trails: You don’t have to drive out of Tulsa to find that hidden oasis of green. Lace up your boots and wander these nearby trails that feel a million miles away.
Golf: Who says championship-caliber fairways cost an arm and a leg? Oklahoma sneaks in top-notch layouts that won’t break the bank. Check out our Oklahoma golf picks for 2025.
Finance: Helping your teen master credit cards can feel like decoding ancient hieroglyphics. These easy credit lessons turn confusing plastic power into real-world know-how.
Gamehouse: Whether you’re plotting world domination in Risk, forging trading empires in Catan, or barely surviving a crew of delightfully ruthless space invaders, Shuffles Board Game Cafe is your go-to for caffeine-fueled dice rolls and snack-powered strategy sessions.
Money: The average driver pays $175 a month on car insurance, but most of us are paying way too much. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us.” This comparison tool can save you hundreds.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🌿 Spring Discovery Walk @ Oxley Nature Center | Friday (8/15) at 11:00am – Take a breather from your routine and join Oxley’s naturalists for a low-key stroll through the woods. These walks are all about tuning into nature—no agenda, just whatever the trails want to show you. Free to join, easy to find, and open to anyone who wants a little fresh air with their Friday.
🎤 Levi Hummon@ Venue Shrine | Friday (8/15) at 7:00pm – Rolling up to the Shrine for Levi Hummon means swapping your couch for catchy country hooks and realizing your two-step is only slightly less embarrassing than college. With sold-out buzz and real guitar magic, it’s proof that Tulsa nights still have rhythm.
This weekend
⚽ 3v3 Live @ Union Soccer Club Complex – Bill Boevers Fields | Saturday (8/16) at 9:00am – Bring the crew, lace up your cleats, and hit the turf for a full day of fast-paced, small-sided soccer action. Whether you’re a seasoned striker or just in it for the fun, this tournament’s open to all skill levels—and yes, anyone can coach too. It’s all sunshine, goals, and bragging rights from here.
🎒 Back to School Bash @ Dave & Buster’s Tulsa | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00am – Nothing says summer’s last hoorah like a Back to School Bash with live tunes, cold drinks, and more confetti than your kid’s first-day selfies. It’s a low-key sendoff before alarm clocks win, your chance to mingle, laugh, and savor sunshine.
🧘 Hip-py Hour @ Free Spirit Chiropractic | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00am – It’s like happy hour, but for your hips. Loosen up with a juicy flow designed to melt tension, boost mobility, and leave you walking out ten pounds lighter (emotionally, at least). Your body will thank you—and your hips might actually forgive you.
💅 Heartland Nail Expo 2025 @ Stoney Creek Hotel Tulsa | Sunday (8/17) at 9:00am – Nail techs, this one’s for you. It’s a full day of hands-on classes, fresh product drops, and serious pro-level inspo—all under one polished roof. Whether you’re here to level up your skills or just splurge on new supplies, this is the mani mecca you’ve been waiting for.
👕 Clothing Swap + Water Protection Education @ Shannon Park | Sunday (8/17) at 10:00am – Who knew your outdated sweaters could help save the aquifer? Bring your once-beloved threads for a clothing swap, pick up some surprisingly useful water-protection tips, and mingle with neighbors who’d rather fix a leaky pipe than tweet about it. Swap, sip, save.
🏠 Bringing It All Back Home: The Complete Unknown Tour @ Bob Dylan Center | Sunday (8/17) at 2:00pm – If you think dusty archives are only for professors, head over to Woody Guthrie, then Bob Dylan Center for a guided dive into American songwriting lore. Sam Flowers shows iconic artifacts, shares sly stories, and proves these legends are more than grainy movie clips.
Next week
🌳 Tuesday Talks: Council Oak Tree @ Brut Hotel | Tuesday (8/19) at 5:30pm – Pull up a chair under the Council Oak, sip a cocktail, and let RaeLynn Butler school you on resilience, heritage, and the secret to outlasting your smartphone. Then stretch your legs on a guided park stroll, and swap local gossip in the shade.
🧘 Aria Yoga | Tuesday (8/19) at 6:00pm – Free outdoor yoga on the grassy stretch at 17th and Riverside, where operatic melodies replace your usual Spotify playlist and Sue Webb shepherds your downward dogs into serenity. No fancy studio fees, just fresh air, casual vibes, and zero judgment if you fall over.
🔬 Okaq Steam Night @ Oklahoma Aquarium | Tuesday (8/19) at 6:00pm – Third Tuesdays at the aquarium mean swapping screen time for hands-on fishy science, with eco-friendly experiments your little marine biologist can take home. After tinkering, stroll past our 10,000 residents pretending you’re in a marine documentary, all free for members or included with admission.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/14 Levi Platero @ The Shrine – 8 pm
- 8/15 Brent Weinbach @ Cain’s Side Stage – 6 pm
- 8/16 Ragtime @ Tulsa Performing Art Center – 2 pm
- 8/16 Dulcé Sloan @ Cain’s Side Stage – 5 pm
- 8/17 Kalo @ Soul City Gastropub – 1 pm
- 8/17 Blind Fury and more @ The Shrine – 6 pm
- 8/17 Julie Drake @ Loony Bin – 7 pm
- 8/19 Chris Blevins @ The Hunt Club – 6 pm
- 8/19 Flipturn and more @ Cain’s Ballroom – 7 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Tulsa edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Philip Shain (The Agency)
A custom Murphy Construction estate tucked into two wooded acres in Oakhill, where the backyard is basically its own resort. The lagoon pool comes with a waterfall, the playground is gated, and walking trails wind through the trees. Covered patios mean grilling season never ends, and the landscaping is so dialed in, even the squirrels look impressed.
Inside, cherry wood paneling and a sunken family room bring the drama, while the master suite feels more spa than suburban. Movie nights get an upgrade in the downstairs theater, and the climate-controlled closet upstairs is practically a bonus apartment. Four-car garage, wine cellar, and Jenks Southeast schools seal the deal.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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