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Hello Stillwater! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A dragon egg craft, a dinosaur bones storytime, and a new pollinator act + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
More matchup news: A report says Oklahoma State will host Grand Canyon in Stillwater on December 2, after beating the Lopes last December, part of a 2026–27 nonconference slate still taking shape -- check the December matchup.
Cowboys getting ready: Big 12 Media Days wrapped as first-year Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris said he squeezed in a work day during vacation, with a projected Cowboys football calendar outlining what’s ahead -- map out football season.
Honoring a young changemaker: Governor Kevin Stitt signed the Lucile Morehouse Pollinator Act, establishing four Oklahoma insect designations to support agriculture and conservation, named for a 4-H State Ambassador who championed pollinator education -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Stillwater sanity saver: Boomer Lake Park delivers easy Stillwater resets, whether you’re tossing a line, paddling with friends, chasing birdies on the disc-golf course, or letting the kids run wild at the splash pad. Loop the trails for a breezy workout, then just park it and watch the water do its thing.
Comfier nights ahead: Mattress King Stillwater lets you take a test nap and get real advice from sleep experts, plus a 100-night comfort guarantee and quick local delivery, so your back stops filing HR complaints.
Feel-good fuel alert: When you need a pick-me-up that isn’t drive-thru regret, Surf Bar blends superfood bowls and smoothies with legit toppings like almond butter, raw honey, and coconut chips. Go açaí, pitaya, or coconut base, or grab a Sandi’s bagel sandwich and a cold brew to coast through your day.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
📖 Family Storytime - Dinosaur Bones @ Perkins Library Community Room | Wednesday (7/22) at 10:30 AM – If your little paleontologists need to burn energy, this week’s Family Storytime is all about Dinosaur Bones. Expect songs, stories, and dino facts they will repeat at dinner, plus a craft you make together and sensory play. Thirty minutes, for ages two to five, family-friendly.
🐉 Teens: Dragon Egg Craft @ Stillwater Public Library | Wednesday (7/22) at 2:00 PM – Got a teen with dragon-sized summer fidgets? Stillwater Public Library’s Dragon Egg Workshop lets them craft mythical eggs, with supplies provided, no experience needed, and treasures to take home, and yes, it beats doomscrolling, lawn chores, and pretending the A/C isn’t a lifestyle.
🚌 Kids Field Trip @ Oklahoma State University Museum of Art | Thursday (7/23) at 10:00 AM – Thursday field trip alert, courtesy of our trusty library. Take the kids to the OSU Museum of Art to wander Ingrid Dee Magidson's Master of Metamorphosis, then make colorful projects. Air conditioning, culture, and fewer messes on your dining table, which feels like a win.
🎬 Family Movie Friday @ Stillwater Public Library | Friday (7/24) at 2:00 PM – Friday afternoons at the Stillwater Public Library mean Family Movie Friday, popcorn included, sanity restored. The lineup is delightfully dino-heavy, with a robot and a museum cameo, all part of the Unearth a Story summer reading fun, blessedly air-conditioned.
🎃 1st Annual Summerween | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – Grab your sunscreen and a witch hat, then head out to Diamond Valley Road for a Summerween mash-up of sunshine, spooky vibes, and small-town heart. Local vendors, family-friendly fun, and a community healing space keep it neighborly, nonprofit, no jump scares, and delightfully un-October.
💧 July Water Wizards Pop-up @ The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – OSU’s Botanic Garden is hosting a splash-happy pop-up where the kids get soaked, learn science, and you get shade. They’ll mix their own popsicles, build and float boats, explore a water pollution table, then wage joyful chaos at the water table and splash pad.
🎨 S.T.E.A.M. Tuesdays: ART @ Perkins Library Community Room | Tuesday (7/28) at 2:00 PM – Ready to swap your dining table craft chaos for sanctioned creativity? This Tuesday's S.T.E.A.M. spotlight is Art, part of a summer rotation through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, with hands-on projects for all ages, and under-9s bringing their favorite grownup.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Stillwater report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 94. East northeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 72. East wind 6 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 97°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 6%
Sunny, with a high near 97. East southeast wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. This house is wildThis custom Southwest Stillwater stunner sits on 1.75 wooded acres and pairs dramatic character with serious versatility. A custom front door, sunken living room with antique Indian columns, cathedral ceilings, and a European-inspired kitchen with French greenhouse window details set the tone. The separate mother-in-law suite adds true multi-generational flexibility.
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