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Beans and Leaves are proud to support “The Beautiful Dream Society”
Beans and Leaves will be hosting a special event on Thursday 22nd December at 7.00pm, promoting awreness of “Human Trafficking” The Society will be be showing magnificent photos of the region, hosted by several members (Derek Green) who have recently returned from Afrioca. Please join us at the Cafe’ for this event. – “THE LOST [...]
One Step Closer: OKC City Council makes remarkable 7-2 vote towards workplace equality
By Robin Dorner Editor in Chief Last month, the Oklahoma City council voted an astonishing 7-2 to protect municipal employees from job discrimination by adding just two words; “sexual orientation,” to their nondiscrimination policies for public employees. The resolution specifically prevents LGBT employees from being fired solely on their sexual preference. The measure was brought [...]
Theatre Collective presents “The Hospice”
December 1st, 2nd, and 3rd marks an incredible event for art, entertainment, and philanthropy as the Theatre Collective of Oklahoma City debuts their premier show, The Hospice, in the City Arts Center at Fair Park (3000 General Pershing Blvd). 50% of the shows proceeds will benefit the Winds House, a local HIV/AIDS charity that provides [...]
It Gets Better – if you don’t give up
“Everyone should always have hope in their heart, feel love in their life, have an equal playing field and an equal chance to be happy.” Those were some of the last words my friend “O” said to me. They were the mantra of his life and the message he wanted carried forward. Sadly, they were [...]
Holiday events in Eureka Springs
Eureka Springs celebrates an annual tradition Nov. 11-13 with Food and Wine Weekend. Friday and Saturday night dinners and Sunday brunch pair fine cuisine with matching wines to create a special dining experience. The Cottage Inn Restaurant, on US 62, 2.5 miles West of downtown Eureka Springs and Autumn Breeze Restaurant, 190 Huntsville Rd (Hwy [...]
Risk a Small Step
“Slow and steady can win some races, lose some, but always gives me a new viewpoint.” Most of us have heard about baby steps. Those are the small efforts we take that lead to larger leaps. Baby steps are recommended by many well recognized programs, therapists and speakers because they work. When you can’t eat [...]