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Hey there, and welcome to Radio Active! I'm Cate Howell, KGOU Membership Director, and I'm stoked to introduce you to our new and improved newsletter.
In this inaugural edition, we’re turning up the volume with a spotlight on Norman Music Fest, including a giveaway for two front-row passes to get you right in the action. In a short video, festival organizer Shari Jackson dishes on what makes NMF so special—and the one act she can’t wait to see. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom for a chance to win free tickets to Contemporary Dance Oklahoma!
Let us know what you think of Radio Active here! We'd love to have your feedback.
All the best,
Cate
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Upcoming Events: Staff Picks
| |  | Shari Jackson: NMF Organizer | |
Check out the band Mary Shelley!
Thank you to Shari for sharing what makes NMF such a great local vibe.
| | Come to the next Oklahoma Future Forum: Homelessness panel on May 1 in OKC | |
We’re continuing the dialogue on one of our state’s most pressing issues. Join us for the third event in our Oklahoma Future Forum series on Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Kamp’s 1910 Café in Oklahoma City. This live panel will take a deeper look at homelessness in our communities, featuring advocates, local leaders and frontline experts.
Missed the first panel? No problem—you can listen to the full recording on our website and catch up on the key takeaways from that impactful conversation.
🔊 Listen to the previous panel
📝 Submit your questions and RSVP
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Got an event? Get noticed with our community calendar!
Whether you're hosting a concert, art show, festival or something totally unique—we want to help you get the word out. Submit your event to the KGOU Community Calendar for a chance to be featured online, in our Radio Active newsletter, and/or on-air during KGOU’s community announcements. It’s free, easy and a powerful way to reach thousands of engaged Oklahomans who care about what’s happening locally.
Submit your event today!
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Step into the Holy City of the Wichitas for a century-old Easter tradition
As Easter approaches, take a journey to Oklahoma’s “Little Israel” and learn about the 100-year tradition of the “Prince of Peace” Easter Pageant in the Wichita Mountains. This annual outdoor production, set against stunning natural scenery, brings the story of Christ’s resurrection to life. An article from the KGOU archives dives into the history and significance of this event that has been a staple for generations of Oklahomans.
Read more about this tradition and the history behind the Holy City of the Wichitas
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Donor Spotlight: Kerisa Tapper
"When I first started listening to KGOU, I was just looking for a quick update on the news while driving to work. I became a fan because KGOU delivers so much more than that with local news, features, and student-led segments. What I hear is relevant to my everyday life and connects me to my community. Public radio is a pillar that supports our society with free access to information, and now more than ever, we must work together to maintain it. With my monthly donation to KGOU, I am proud to contribute to this effort." – Kerisa Tapper, KGOU donor
Support KGOU’s vital work!
Like Kerisa, you can make a lasting impact with a monthly donation. Your contribution keeps local news, stories, and music alive—connecting you and your community with the information you need.
Plus, when you make a first-time donation through our newsletter link, you'll be eligible to receive an on-air shoutout!
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OU Dance:
Contemporary Dance Oklahoma
In an exciting multi-faceted production, Contemporary Dance Oklahoma explores the power of contemporary dance and breathtaking storytelling, including works by Guggenheim Fellowship recipient and American dance artist Netta Yerushalmy. Emerging, immersive choreographers Baye & Asa join OU School of Dance faculty to complete this innovative production. Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets to a performance of your choice from April 25-May 3.
Enter drawing
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Congratulations to our winners!
In our last newsletter we gave away tickets to a theatrical screening of Pink Floyd in Pompeii. Congratulations to Dana, Kelli, David, Nancy, Rita, Richard and Chris!
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Craving more local arts & culture? KGOU offers three podcasts to fulfill your curiosity! Check them out and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. | Forwarded from a friend? You need your own! Subscribe here. | |
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