Everyone want’s their loved one to feel special and OKC has a lot to offer from a romantic evening just the two of you to a more kiddo friendly event made special with a day out at a museum.
Downtown fun could include a ride on a water taxi in our famous canal and a stop to play a few games at the HeyDay arcade.
The Myriad Botanical Gardens or the Will Rogers Botanical gardens both offer a beautiful plants for a stroll in nature.
If going out just isn’t in the cards for your plans this year you could always indulge in some sweet treats, like those made by these locally owned shops. They make a great gift or you could even just go to treat yourself, we won’t tell. Buying local is always a great way to support the community we live in, but if it’s tasty it gets extra points in my book!
Visit Mollycoddled Hash Slingers who makes amazing handmade candies using many locally sourced ingredients and even some fun Made in Oklahoma gifts!
Check out MentaliTea in Bethany which is a coffee and tea shop serving breakfast and lunch but their pies make a great addition to any celebration.
Not Cho Cheesecake is a locally owned specialty shop delighting the community with their variety of cheesecake options made in a personal or sharable size option.
Johnnie Haynes opened the first location in 1971 and locals have been raving about it ever since. If you are new to the area or just have not made it over to the NW Expressway location, I strongly suggest you give it a try. This location has been partnering with our neighborhood association for quite some time now. On the 4th Friday of every month by eating out for lunch or dinner and letting your server know you are there to support Harvest Hills South Neighborhood Association, we are raising funds for the continued improvements being made in our community.
We would like to thank you all for participating in 2022 and we hope we can get even more participation in 2023. Anyone can help eating at a locally owned restaurant that we all know and love, so don’t forget to tell your friends, family and coworkers!!
The Harvest Hills South Neighborhood Association invited Chad Meisenburg of the City of Oklahoma City to be our first guest speaker of 2023. We are so thankful that Chad came to answer our questions regarding the construction happening in around our community. His insight into the timeline and planning of current OKC improvements was very helpful.
Construction on 82nd and Council will take roughly 3-4 months and will include a stoplight with a blinking left turn arrow to enter the neighborhood while traveling North on Council.
Widening of Wilshire West of the turnpike has also included a lowering of a hill for better line of sight for those turning onto Wilshire from side roads. (Turnpike bridge will continue to be narrow as it must be widened by Turnpike Authority)
Bridge crossing NW Expressway at Wilshire is nearly done and should be open to foot and bike traffic in roughly 3 months.
North bound County Line Road is getting an East bound turn lane onto NW Expressway.
Our neighborhood is located in Ward 1 and this has been one of the fastest growing areas in the OKC metro so we can expect to see these types of construction projects for the foreseeable future as new housing will bring more traffic to these intersections around the north west corner of OKC.
Honoring the legacy of the Civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. in 2023. How can we celebrate and honor the strides of not just MLK but civil rights leaders both from the past and currently shaping our country?
Learn about other civil rights figures such as the investigative journalist Ida B Wells and congressman John Lewis who expanded voting rights.
Visit a museum honoring the civil rights movement such as the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee or take a virtual reality tour like this one available through Penn State’s website.
Volunteer in your community through your local American Red Cross, send cards to deployed service members through Soldier’s Angels or donate to a coat drive like the KFOR Warmth 4 winter which has a drop off at the local Rockwell Plaza YMCA.
Drive down to Scissortail Park for this FREE festive display complete with music and a recording of “’twas the night before Christmas” starting every night at 6pm. Click here for more details
Lights on Broadway
Head to Automobile Alley December 3rd and December 10th from 4-7pm for this 7th annual event. The festivities feature carriage rides, face painting, pop-up shops and much more. Click here for more details
Edmond Electric’s Luminance Kickoff
Join the holiday event at Mitch Park in Edmond for a walkthrough 3-D light display and pop-up shops Now- Dec 17th. The Edmond Ice Rink is already open so don’t forget to bring your socks! Click here for more details
In-person classes $35 call 405-713-1125 to register.
The below classes are held at the OSU/OKC, Student Center, 900 North Portland Ave. OKC, OK. These
English Classes
Classes are held on Tuesdays.
November 29 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
December 13 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Spanish Classes
Classes are held on Saturdays.
December 3 | 12:30pm – 4:30pm
What is this class all about?
How parents handle the divorce can make it better or worse for their children. Many children have a very difficult time adjusting to their parents’ divorce. This can lead to depression, anxiety, academic failure, delinquency, drug use, teen pregnancy, and other negative outcomes. Children may also fear the loss of one or both of their parents and have a hard time switching between their parents’ homes.
Co-parenting classes teach parents to handle their emotions better and to keep their children out of the middle of their divorce. They also offer many positive tips on how to talk with your child to help him or her to adjust more quickly to the divorce. Researchers who have studied the effects of these classes have found them to be beneficial for most parents.
To help you decide if you should apply to be a Master Gardener ask yourself these questions:
Do I want to learn more about the culture and maintenance of many types of plants?
Am I eager to participate in a practical and intense training program?
Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community?
Do I have enough time to attend training and to serve as a volunteer?
If you answered yes to these questions, the Master Gardener program could be for you. For more information, view the 2023 Master Gardener application.
Find us in your Community
Working with children at libraries, Science Fairs, Early Education, Elementary, and Middle Schools – teaching children of all ages during and after school time, and in the summer
Farmer’s Markets: OSU-OKC, Klein/Old FM, and Downtown Edmond
Fairs, Expos and Conferences
The “Wednesday @ Will Rogers Gardens” lecture series is open to the public and is presented at no charge by the Oklahoma County Extension Master Gardeners and the Oklahoma County OSU Extension. This popular series provides university research-based information on a variety of garden and horticulture topics. All presentations are by local horticulture experts and/or Certified Extension Master Gardeners. No registration is required, and all ages are welcome.
Looking for a unique gift for those family and friends that are so difficult to shop for? The choices are endless at the shop local event in downtown OKC.
Saving energy is easier than ever. OG&E’s vast lineup of easy energy-saving opportunities will help homeowners lower their energy bills while increasing comfort, safety and efficiency. Providing so many ways to save with rebates and no out-of-pocket cost programs, you don’t want to miss out. Energy-saving solutions include:
Residential Solutions Program
OG&E’s Residential Solutions Program provides quick and easy ways to save energy and money. The first step is OG&E’s online HEETracker tool, which provides personalized, step-by- step solutions to lower your energy costs and make your home more comfortable. Take your review today and schedule an assessment. Next is a walk-through Home Energy Assessment
from an energy advisor, who will provide energy-saving value to your home worth up to $250. Take yours today and schedule an assessment or visit OGE.com/heep to learn more.
Weatherization Program
At OG&E, we know that home upgrades are a priority. We also understand financial realities. That’s why our income qualified home weather-proofing program is available to residential customers making less than $60,000 a year, because lower costs and increased comfort should be accessible to all who want it. Qualifying residential customers can receive up to$2,500 in services that include: caulking, weatherstripping, insulation, LED lights and more. Check your eligibility at OGE.com/weatherization.
Harvest Hills South Neighborhood Association 