Holidays

June is full of national days and holidays to add to your social media content, celebrate with your team, friends or family or make an activity or event out of:

• June 7 – National Oklahoma Day

• June 10 – Iced Tea Day

• June 14 – National Flag Day

• June 19 – Juneteenth

• June 20 – Father’s Day

• June 20 – First day of summer

• June 21 – National Selfie Day

• June 25 – Take Your Dog to Work Day

• June 30 – Social Media Day

Think of fun ways you can celebrate these days in June and add them to your calendar! Find more with the National Day Calendar.

–  Ashley Glass, Jones PR

From restaurants, parks, breweries and more — there’s a multitude of ways to spend Father’s Day in Tulsa. We recommend starting the day off with a tour of the Philbrook Museum of Art. The grounds offer a beautiful walk and the art inside is a must-see.

As you work up your appetite, visit BurnCo Barbeque — home to some of the best barbeque in Oklahoma — for lunch, and a few breweries are not too far away for refreshments afterwards.

Satisfy your sweet tooth to top of the day together; we recommend these must-try desserts in Tulsa. Have a wonderful Tulsa Father’s Day!

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

Father’s Day is around the corner on Sunday, June 20, and we’ve compiled a list of activities you and your dad or the father figure in your life can enjoy in Oklahoma City.

• Enjoy a beer, a meal and a game at Omni Oklahoma City Hotel’s OKC Tap House.

• Get hooked along Oklahoma’s Fishing Trail.

• Celebrate your dad with a free Father’s Day Festival at Scissortail Park.

• Get outdoors with a hike at your favorite spot.

• Book an adventure at RIVERSPORT along the Oklahoma river.

• Take a swing at a local golf course.

• Grab your tent and take dad camping.

–  Ashley Glass, Jones PR

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the United State military. Here is a list of some of the events happening in Tulsa to remember and celebrate these individuals:

Memorial Day at Tulsa Botanic Garden
Complimentary admissions for veterans and active military members, and their families will get half-price admission with a valid ID. Explore the gardens and bring a picnic to enjoy lunch on the lawn.

2021 Memorial Day Run
Tulsa’s third annual Memorial Day run will have a 1 mile, 5K, 10K, half- and full-marathon to complete on your own time.

– Nicona Lane, Jones PR

With Memorial Day just around the corner, many families will be looking for activities to enjoy over the holiday weekend. Check out these options:

• Visit RIVERSPORT for an outdoor adventure.

• Lace-up your skates for opening day at Scissortail Park’s Sky Rink.

• Take in the tunes at Hafer Park’s free Summer Concert Series.

• Book a mid-week stay at Omni Oklahoma City Hotel to avoid holiday weekend crowds.

• Enjoy the fun at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s Chuck Wagon Festival.

Above all else, remember that Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

–  Ashley Glass, Jones PR

Sweet summertime is right around the corner. There are many things to do in May to kick-off your summer adventures. Here are some ideas:

• Mimosa Day is on May 16, so grab the juice and champagne. If mimosas aren’t your thing, May 16 is also National Barbeque Day.

• Bike-to-work Day is May 21, so if it’s feasible for you to ride to work, do it!

• Wine Day is on May 25, so check out Oklahoma City’s The Study during happy hour.

• May 28 is National Sunscreen Day, so be sure to lather up before relaxing in the sun that weekend!

– Nicona Lane, Jones PR

I’m not an expert in the parenting department but I do work full time and have a very feisty one-year old who keeps me busy. Here are my tips:

1.     Keep snacks everywhere — in your car, in your purse and in the diaper bag for easy access.

2.     Establish a long-term bedtime routine early on — you won’t regret this.

3.     Don’t be afraid to ask for help or ask for alone time — you need time to unwind after a busy and stressful week.

4.     Have open communication with your employer — bonus points if they understand that sometimes life happens and you cannot control that.

– Nicona Lane, Jones PR

Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate some of the most important women in our lives. If you’re celebrating this special day in Tulsa, make sure you get the most out of your time.

First, you’re going to want to fuel up with a snack, some coffee or a fruit smoothie from CHOCS. Next, go take a walk at one of Tulsa’s best hiking destinations, Turkey Mountain.  

After you’ve worked up an appetite, treat yourself and mom to brunch at one of Tulsa’s best restaurants, Bramble Breakfast Bar. Finish your fun-filled Mother’s Day with a dessert from Rose Rock Microcreamery.

– Colton Basks, Jones PR

Mother’s Day is a great opportunity to reflect on the tips and tricks you learned from your mom or motherly figure. Here are some from mine:

Create a gift and card drawer
This was a staple in my house growing up. Try filling yours with items such as fuzzy socks, candles or a manicure kit, and cards good for birthdays, weddings and anniversaries.

Always bake treats for the new neighbor
Make your new neighbor feel welcome by baking some treats and leaving a note with your name, address and phone number on it. They could be your new best friend!

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

It’s that time of the year again to grab your colored eggs, baskets, treats and friends and family. Go “eggs-plore” Tulsa and try out these fun Easter activities:

• Create an Easter Egg Hunt  — Grab your supplies and head to the Gathering Place to make your own hunt.

• Make an Easter basket — Get a basket, paint, candy, ribbons and whatever else you’d like to make a fun-filled basket for that someone special.

• Bake Easter-themed desserts — Make some delicious treats to help celebrate this “hoppy” holiday… or purchase some from Sweets & Cream if baking isn’t your thing.

– Nic Armbruster, Jones PR

With Easter being just around the corner, there are countless possibilities of fun that need to be explored. Check out these egg-stravagant Easter activities to enjoy in Oklahoma City!

• Eggs-plore Easter Activities at Chisholm Creek — For all ages, get photos with the Easter bunny, “hunt” for eggs via a photo scavenger hunt and receive some treat bags.

• Easter Egg Hunt for Adults  — For those 21+, participate in a night-time Easter egg hunt while also enjoying food trucks, music, prizes and adult beverages.

• Easter Egg Drive Thru — Experience a socially distanced drive-thru Easter egg giveaway at Crossroads Church.

– Nic Armbruster, Jones PR

Leprechaun Bait
This version of puppy chow with pretzels, Lucky Charms and green M&M’s is an easy and fun recipe to snack on.

Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats
With the help of green food coloring or some green sprinkles and a cookie-cutter, you’ve got the ‘Luck of the Irish’ headed your way.

Can’t Pinch Me Charcuterie Board
Themed charcuterie boards are trending right now, so grab all the green snacks you can find and aesthetically lay everything out on a tray or cutting board.

Green Beer
This classic just requires a drop of food coloring to your favorite pale ale.

– Nicona Lane, Jones PR

One of the best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Tulsa is a visit to two of the city’s most memorable Irish pubs for an authentic experience.

Among the unique collection of restaurants in Tulsa is Kilkenny’s Irish Pub. St. Patrick’s Day enthusiasts can stop by for a fresh pint of Guinness and a traditional Irish breakfast.

A second fan favorite in Tulsa is the James E. McNellie’s Public House or just McNellie’s for short. This Tulsa hotspot is famous for its wide selections of beer, Irish foods and good times — another favorite that Tulsans won’t want to miss.

– Colton Basks, Jones PR

Everyone deserves to feel a little more Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.

Events to attend:

• St. Patrick’s Garden Walk — For just $5, enjoy a walk through Will Rogers Garden on Saturday, March 13. All attendees get to take home a hardy shamrock plan!

• Bricktown St. Patty’s Block Party — Free and appropriate for all ages, enjoy live music, green beer and food trucks from 3 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, March 13.

At-home activities:

• Make festive desserts together with friends or family, or try baking Irish Soda Bread.

• Dress up like a leprechaun.

• Test your Irish trivia with online Irish Jeopardy.

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

Despite its popularity today, Valentine’s Day has dark and negative origins. What started as a celebration of love and death has slowly transformed into the holiday we know today.

Valentine’s Day rose in popularity in England during the 17th century. By the 18th century, friends and lovers were exchanging letters and gifts everywhere. It wasn’t until the 1840s that mass-produced valentines were sold.

According to the National Retail Foundation, Americans spend over $20 billion on Valentine’s Day gifts and exchange 145 million cards each year. We have come a long way since the birth of this beloved holiday centuries ago.

– Nic Armbruster, Jones PR

Remember those valentines and candy you used to pass out to your classmates at school when you were a child? You can still have that same kind of fun today at the office!

Here are some fun ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your coworkers:

1. Give out personalized Valentines that have funny messages and inside jokes.
2. Bring in a heart-shaped cake or other baked goods.
3. Play Secret Cupid — the Valentine’s-Day version of Secret Santa.
4. Host a happy hour and serve wine and cheese.
5. Give out custom coffee mugs.
6. The best idea … dress up as Cupid!

– Nic Armbruster, Jones PR

White elephant holiday gift exchanges are a great way to spread some fun, holiday cheer — no matter if it’s with the office or with your family and friends. Here are some ideas on what you can purchase this year:

1. Visit your local Goodwill to find great gifts for a low price. With donations being put on the floor throughout the day, it’s a new store every hour.

2. Custom face socks – use a loved one’s face, or your pet’s.

3. Toilet Bowl Mug.

4. Spiked Seltzer Ornament.

5. Poop Emoji Slippers – one sure way to “crack” a smile.

Happy shopping, and happy holidays Oklahoma!

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

While office party traditions are most likely to be different this year, the desire to celebrate and show appreciation has not wavered.

Hal Smith Restaurants has three ways to celebrate with your office this year:

1. Purchase gift cards good for each of your employees to use.

2. With the help of meal delivery services, have meals delivered to each of your employee’s homes (you could all even sign into a Zoom meeting and do a virtual holiday lunch together).

3. Book a rental space that has social distancing measures in place. Learn more about Hal Smith Resturants’ safety measures at https://groupdining.halsmith.com/.

– Colton Basks, Jones PR