By Tami Althoff
The Oklahoman
NORMAN- I’m always amazed by the number of
inexpensive-and even free- entertainment opportunities available in
Norman.
What free activities? Well, just take a look at the
MyNorman calendar on page 2 of this section, and you’ll see
what I mean.
Today, for example, you’ll see a Home and Garden Show
scheduled at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds. You can check out
exhibits and booths, hear speakers and attend clinics on a variety
of garden-and home-related topics-all for free.
If you are more into art and literature, check out the
Second Sunday Poetry Reading at the Santa Fe Depot on Sunday and
Art Adventures at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art on Tuesday. Both
are free.
In addition to the free events listed in the calendar,
Lisa Pergande of Lexington suggested stopping by the Norman Public
Library, or the newly remodeled Noble Library, to enjoy the many
free programs and activities offered by the Pioneer Library
System.
“There is also Reaves Park and window shopping at the
mall,” Pergande said. “You can also go to the duck pond
to feed the ducks or have a picnic.”
Jennifer Garner of Noble also suggested enjoying
nature.
“When it’s warm feed the ducks at the duck
pond,” she said.
David Butts of Moore offered another suggestion for free
fun in the Norman area, then changed his mind.
“Drive up or down Interstate 35,”he said.
“No, wait. You pay for gas. Never mind.”
Norman resident Don Dycus said city government also offers
its own form of entertainment.
“Attend city council meetings. They’re a laugh a
minute,” Dycus said. “You can also watch them on the
community access channel-if you pay for cable TV.”
In addition to those suggestions, Norman is home to many
art galleries ad museums that charge a little or no
admission.
The new downtown, city-owned parking off Gray Street makes it even easier to visit the downtown locations.
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