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Kings of Leon/Dawes Chesapeake Energy Arena OKC, OK Tesla The Criterion OKC, OK Jon Shorter & the Gateway Band George’s Majestic Lounge Fayetteville, AR October 5, 2017 Bret Michaels Oklahoma Stage (Tulsa State Fair) Tulsa, OK ENTERTAINMENT BUZZ Claremore clamors, celebrates historic figures By Peter Addison CLAREMORE, Okla. – October is another exciting month in Claremore with several events for all ages and walks of life to explore and enjoy around town. Cut Copy The Jones Assembly OKC, OK Portugal. The Man/Lido Cain’s Ballroom Tulsa, OK October 6, 2017 Jagged Edge Oklahoma Stage (Tulsa State Fair) Tulsa, OK Lonestar River Wind Casino Norman, OK Gov’t Mule: Revolution Come… Revolution Go Tour Brady Theater Tulsa, OK Michael Hix Apache Casino Hotel Lawton, OK Maddie & Tae Buffalo Run Casino & Resort Miami, OK Explosions in the Sky Cain’s Ballroom Tulsa, OK Rakim Tower Theatre OKC, OK Birthday Parade March begins which will feature floats, marching bands, horses, and many more activities are expected to unfold throughout the day in celebration of Oklahoma’s favorite son. For more info visit willrogers.com. If cycling isn’t your thing, fear not, because on November 4 the Will Rogers Birthday Party takes place on Main St. in Claremore. This year celebrates Rogers’ 138th birthday and festivities will be happening throughout the day. Birdtalker Tower Theatre OKC, OK Lynyrd Skynyrd The Joint (Hard Rock Casino) Catoosa/Tulsa, OK mile map which will take riders through “the scenic countryside west of Claremore, through Oologah, then to the Claremore Lake area.” Registration for the event can be found at BikeAbout Bicycles during normal business hours, or the morning of the October 7. The event will go on rain or shine and all ages are encouraged to attend. Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who will also partake in the event. On Saturday October 7, in downtown Claremore, beginning at the Gazebo Park (located off Muskogee Ave. and Will Rogers Blvd.) bicycle enthusiasts may partake in the Dickens of a Ride all-day event. From downtownclaremore.org: “The Dickens of a Ride supports the programs and projects of Claremore Main Street, Inc. Proceeds from the event will help fund preservation efforts, economic development and special projects including planters, trees, benches and public art.” The event is set to kick-off at 8 a.m. and provides a variety of bike routes and courses for a wide range of skill-sets, ages, and competitiveness. The course layouts vary from “the Lazy Lake Loop” (7 miles) to the more extensive 100 Beginning at 9 a.m. the Route 66 Cruisers Car Show kicks off at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. At 10 a.m. the 20th Annual Native American Festival at RSU begins, as well as Main Street Shopping Specials, and the Traditional Pocahontas Club Wreath Laying. Then at 11 a.m. the Will Rogers Gettin’ down at Will Rogers Downs Just outside the city limits of Claremore you can catch free live music at the Cherokee Casino – Will Rogers Downs locale on State Highway 20. Don’t miss performances by Carl Acuff Jr. (Oct. 4), Wilbur Lee Tucker (Oct. 7), Dueling Pianos (Oct. 12) and Bo Phillips (Oct. 21) among many others. For more visit cherokeecasino.com. www.thecurrentbuzz.net | 13