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A story of triumph

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

Eva Schloss, the childhood friend and stepsister of Anne Frank, has shared her story worldwide at over 1,000 speaking engagements. The 92-year-old Holocaust survivor will be traveling from London to Oklahoma City to recount the events of her life during a one-night-only event at OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center.

Soon, all Holocaust survivors will be gone. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear from an individual who survived the horror of that dark period in history. Tickets are selling quickly. Purchase yours here or by calling OCCC at (405) 682-7579.

– Daniel Seitz, Jones PR

17 September 2019 0 comments

Events Lifestyle Lifestyle Events

CPN hosts Lacrosse Exhibition Day

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) is hosting a Lacrosse Exhibition Day to teach community members how to play America’s original and most exciting sport. All students, kindergarten through 12^th grade, are welcome to come out on Sept. 22 at 2 p.m.

The Lacrosse Exhibition Day will be hosted at Oklahoma Baptist University’s (OBU) Lacrosse Complex. This event is of no charge, open to the public and sticks will be provided for the players. CPN will also be giving out free T-shirts to the first 50 players.

An exhibition game will follow this instructional clinic. For more information, call 405-275-3121 or email lacrosse@potawatomi.org.

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

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Food + Beverage Lifestyle

2 new restaurants now open in OKC

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

Get your appetites ready, Oklahoma City. With the launch of these two new dining concepts, your dinner reservations are due for an upgrade.

The Hamilton – This “supperette” and lounge in the heart of Oklahoma City is a modern supper club with a midcentury vibe. Make a reservation with friends to enjoy elegant comfort food, stellar wine choices and classic cocktails.

Parlor – This new food hall is a collection of chefs and mixologists collaborating to create a restaurant/bar concept within an eclectic atmosphere. Grab your pals and relax while enjoying artisan cocktails, craft beer and an array of delicious food.

– Meaghan Hatch, Jones PR

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Must-try foods at the Oklahoma State Fair

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

What’s the best part of the Oklahoma State Fair? The food, of course.

Check out new favorites from this year’s fair:

• S’more on a stick – an on-the-go campfire delicacy.

• Caramel popcorn pie – a fan favorite in pie form.

• Pickle dog – a deep-fried pickle on a stick. Want to spice it up? Get it coated in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.

• Angry Puffs – Breathe like a dragon with flavors like cotton candy, funnel cake and more.

If you haven’t had a chance to enjoy these delicious items yet, head to the fair this weekend before it ends Sunday, Sept. 22.

– Ashley Ross, Jones PR

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Lifestyle Living + Wellness

Crown of Beauty Gala to benefit human trafficking victims

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

The Dragonfly Home, a nonprofit organization serving victims of human trafficking, will host its fourth annual Crown of Beauty Gala on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oklahoma City’s historic Farmers Public Market. Funds raised will support lifesaving, life-changing services for human trafficking victims.

The Dragonfly Home opened Oklahoma’s only state-certified human trafficking crisis center in 2016. To date, Dragonfly staff have provided services for over 300 human trafficking victims and fielded more than 3,000 calls to the 24-hour Human Trafficking Helpline.

Get tickets to the Crown of Beauty Gala today.

– Andrew Aston, Jones PR

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Business

3 apps to boost office creativity

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

The communications industry is constantly evolving and growing, so it’s important to continue learning about new resources, especially apps you can download on your phone.

Canva

Ever wonder how people create such eye-catching graphics for events? Canva allows you to become artsy, creative and original.

Lightroom

This app costs nothing to download and edits pictures beautifully. Users find it simple, and they have fun exploring their own editing styles.

Unfold

Want to add a nice background and text to your Instagram stories? Try this app to add a unique touch, and improve the quality of the content you feature.

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

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Business

The benefits of a people-first strategy

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

Across the world and right here in the United States, many companies are beginning to understand the benefits of valuing employee happiness as much as the bottom line. More businesses are creating work environments that focus not only on getting the job done but also on taking care of the physical and emotional needs of employees.

A people-first strategy will often lead to an increased return on investment. A happier employee means more productivity, and more productivity means increased revenues. Check out this quick five-minute read to see how you can make your company a people company today.

– Daniel Seitz, Jones PR

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Events Lifestyle Lifestyle Events

Fall brings festivals to Tulsa

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

This fall, Tulsans will have no shortage of events, including everything from film and beer festivals to blues and comedy.

Here are a few we recommend:

Tulsa State Fair: Enjoy carnival rides, games and attractions from Sept. 26 to Oct. 6 at the Expo Square.

Tulsa American Film Festival: Returning for the fifth year from Oct. 9-13 at the Circle Cinema.

Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa: Savor authentic German beer Oct. 17-20 at River West Festival Park.

Tulsa Beer & Wine Festival: Get wined and dined on Nov. 2 at the Gathering Place.

Add these fall festivals to your calendar today.

– Ashley Ross, Jones PR

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Barks & Beers in OKC

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

For dog lovers and beer fans, there’s only one place to be on Thursday, Oct. 3, if you’re in Oklahoma City. You and your furry friends are invited to The Yard for Oklahoma Credit Union’s Barks & Beers event, featuring dog-friendly activities, live music, yard games, raffle prizes and more.

Sip on your favorite beer while your tail-wagging, four-legged besties enjoy dog caricatures, doggy limbo, trick for a treat and a costume contest at no cost. Dog adoptions will be available through The Boxer Rescue of Oklahoma, Country Roads Animal Rescue Society and Mutt Misfits Animal Rescue Society.

– Andrew Aston, Jones PR

17 September 2019 0 comments

Lifestyle Living + Wellness

‘Musical Swings’ coming to OKC

by sally@the100companies.com 17 September 2019

The Oklahoma City Community Foundation will celebrate its 50th anniversary by bringing “Musical Swings” to Bicentennial Park. “Musical Swings” has been a unique and interactive art installation, bringing people together in public spaces, traveling to cities across the United States and providing the communities it reaches with access to family fun at no cost.

When the swings are in use, they compose melodies that can only be reached by others cooperating and swinging back and forth, all simultaneously. The swings will be open to the community from Sept. 20 through Oct. 13 at the Bicentennial Park at 500 Couch Drive.

– Kristen Fine, Jones PR

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