Exploring the Myriad Gardens and Crystal Bridge

On a 17-acre spread in the heart of Oklahoma City lies a Project 180 success story: The Myriad Botanical Gardens. And if you think you’ve seen it before, you need to give this iconic landmark a second look.

Mari Farthing

Ten Great Parks and Playgrounds in the OKC Metro

The coming of spring brings great opportunities for outdoor play! In anticipation of beautiful spring days spent playing outside, we polled our readers for their favorite parks to enjoy in the OKC metro.

Family Fun on the Oklahoma River

A decade in the making, the boathouse district is growing continually. Having already earned a reputation as a world-class training ground for collegiate and Olympic rowing athletes, the Oklahoma River, with support from the Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation, offers the public access to a variety of river activities.

Karen Mitchell

Why Families Need To Pump Up the Fun!

For therapist, parenting coach and mother of three Tammy Gold, there is nothing silly about play. “As parents, we sometimes lose our understanding about the importance of fun—and how crucial it is to children and to the well-being of our family,” Gold explains. “We tend to focus on the things we think we ‘ought’ to do instead of focusing on fun. But the fun component is crucial to raising a happy family, and a happy child tends to do better in everything.”

Brooke Barnett

How Our Readers Have Fun!

Family fun can take many forms, from staying in for family game night to heading out to a local attraction. In February, we asked our readers to share their family’s favorite fun activity & here's what they had to say!

Family Fun Photo Gallery

In February, our readers submitted their favorite photos of their families having fun at museums, zoos and other attractions. We are pleased to feature these great reader-submitted photos.

The Moore Warren Theatre: A VIP Experience

I have a new favorite date night activity: dinner and a movie! I know what you’re thinking—what’s new about that?But, to snuggle into a big, cozy chair fitted with a serving table, order from a full-service menu and be served by friendly wait staff while watching the movie at the theater is a refreshing treat. And you can find it right here in the metro at the Warren Theatre in Moore.

Karen Mitchell

SandRidge Energy to Fund Youth Pavilion and Adventure Attractions

Oklahoma City-area youth will have access to a variety of adventure activities at a new youth pavilion planned for the Boathouse District. The OKC Boathouse Foundation recently announced that SandRidge Energy is donating funds for construction of a youth pavilion and adventure attractions in the Boathouse District on the Oklahoma River.

Oklahoma Boathouse Foundation

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art: Celebrating 10 Years

A look at the history of the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, highlights of the past 10 years, educational opportunities and more.

Mari Farthing

Ten Places to Play Indoors This Winter

When the weather outside is frightful, parents often have to think creatively about how to keep their children engaged and entertained. We polled our readers for great indoor play places in the OKC metro and here are their top choices.