🌱 Tulsa Is A 'Model Community' + Zoo School Is In Session

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Tulsa Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here's all the community news you need to know right now, including:

• Tulsa is a 'model community.'
• Zoo school at the Tulsa Zoo.
• Internet workshop.

But first, today's weather: Clouds and sun. High: 79 Low: 59.

Here are the top stories today in Tulsa:

1. Joining nearly 250 other model communities within the nation which support young men of color, Tulsa will soon be recognized by former President Barack Obama as a 'model community" for the My Brother's Keeper Alliance, which will receive access to coaching, support, peer-to-peer learning, and an $800,000 grant from the Obama Foundation. (KOKI FOX 23 TULSA)
2. Zoo School is in session this May at the Tulsa Zoo. First conceived as a way to teach kids about wildlife, zoo animals and nature during the COVID-19 lockdown, zoo school became a fast favorite for homeschooled kids, so the zoo has reinstated the program. You can sign up for the May 18 session by clicking here. (KTUL)
3. On May 24, the Oklahoma Broadband Office (OBO) will be hosting an Internet for All workshop, with state and federal officials on hand to answer questions. According to Oklahoma.gov, "The event will focus on access, adoption, and use of high-speed internet (broadband) across the state. The event will take place at the VFW Post 577, located at 1109 East 6th St. from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. The day will include a review and update on broadband funding and programs including details that impact Tribal Nations and area workforce needs.
   The public is encouraged to register at https://bit.ly/OBO-LetsGetDigital. The workshop is being held in conjunction with an ongoing statewide tour of communities to gather input for a five-year plan for high-speed internet buildout in Oklahoma." (Oklahoma.gov)

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Today in Tulsa:

• Special Olympics sendoff — Broken Arrow Hs (7:00 AM)
• Free Coworking Day at 36 Degrees North Basecamp and Camp II (8:00 AM)
• 1 Million Cups at 36 Degrees North — Tulsa Arts District (9:00 AM)
• "Becoming Bob Dylan: Photographs by Ted Russell 1961 - 1964" (10:00 AM)
• Food Truck Wednesday at Guthrie Green (11:00 AM)
• Painting the Future at 101 Archer - Oklahoma Center for the Humanities — Free Admission (all day)
• Marilyn Artus: Assorted American Commentary at 108 Contemporary — Free Admission (all day)
• Winesday! at The TAVERN — Tulsa Arts District (5:00 PM)
• McLain High School Graduation — Mclain Hs for Science and Tech (5:30 PM)
• An Intro to Patents at 36 Degrees North (6:00 PM)
• Karaoke Night at Shuffles — Tulsa Arts District (7:00 PM)
• Velvet Chair Poetry Night at Gypsy Coffee House (7:00 PM)
• Music Bingo! at Inner Circle Vodka — Tulsa Arts District (8:00 PM)
• Gettin' Greasy Mic Comedy Night at The Hunt Club (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Philbrook Museum of Art: "Thís Friday, 5/19 we kick off our annual #filmsonthelawn with Mean Girls! Bring your friends. Use peer pressure if needed. Tix at Philbrook.org/films." (Philbrook Museum of Art via Instagram)
• Tulsa Zoo: "Save BIG on memberships this month! Take $20 off all annual memberships by using online code: FLOWERS. Discount available online only. Valid through May 31, 2023." (Tulsa Zoo via Facebook)
• Tulsa Zoo: "Jump for joy! Our red kangaroos are back in their new and improved exhibit. Come see Madeline, Oliver and Eddie on your next visit!" (Tulsa Zoo via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Tulsa Oklahoma: "A cold front will bring the next chance of storms Thursday night into Friday. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible, with a limited severe risk." (US National Weather Service Tulsa Oklahoma via Facebook)
• Tulsa Farmers’ Market: "Vendor Spotlight! The Heirloom Acre: Meet the Vanderslices! Stefanie Vanderslice has been growing fresh, nourishing foods for her family for more than a decade at her home in Beggs, Oklahoma." (Tulsa Farmers’ Market via Instagram)
• Tulsa SPCA: "Have you ever thought about fostering? There are so many benefits, including providing a temporary home for a wonderful new friend! For more information, tap the link below or reach out to Jennifer at foster@tulsaspca.org. https://www.tulsaspca.org/become-foster-parent/ " (Tulsa SPCA via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Karena Garrity

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