CULTURE

Navigating Tulsa: How TCC Students Can Use Public Transit to Reach All Five Campuses 
TCC partners with local public transportation provider MetroLink Tulsa, allowing students to ride the bus not only to all five campuses but throughout the Tulsa area for free.  It is pretty well …
Lessons from the Firehouse: A Firefighter’s Passion for Teaching  
Osha Davis will be featured in a soon-to-be-released documentary titled “Fighting More Than Fires,” which will showcase the living history of Black firefighters in Tulsa. (Photo provided by Keith Daniels)  Tulsa, Okla., boasts a sprawling diverse community of all backgrounds, cultures, and so much rich history, and Tulsa Community College (TCC) is no exception.    …
The WATT Festival Showcases Original Student-Written Productions, Dec. 5-7
Tulsa Community College Theatre announces The WATT Festival, a celebration of original student-written works in the Studio Theatre at the VanTrease Performing Arts Center at the Southeast Campus, 10300 E. 81st …
Review: Oklahoma City Memorial and Museum – Holding the Memory of An Enduring Community 
The Memorial Museum, located in Oklahoma City, is a destination every Oklahoman should visit – and it is worth the 90-minute trip from Tulsa to get there and learn about how Oklahomans are supportive, united, and persistent. It teaches us …
FC Tulsa Hosts USL Championship Finals – What You Need to Know 
FC Tulsa will be facing Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at the ONEOK Field in Tulsa, Okla. on Sat., Nov. 22 at 11 a.m., gates open at 9:30 a.m.  Both teams, as the Western and Eastern Champions, respectively, will go head-to-head to claim its first …
Review: Sofar Sessions: Reimagining the Live Event Experience 
Sofar Sounds started with a burning question: “How can we preserve the magic of live shows that is often ruined by overcrowded venues and production errors?”   The solution was to create an intimate space that gave …
A Night with FC Tulsa: From Tailgate to Last-Second Glory – Sports Analysis
On Saturday, by 4 p.m., the sun was still shining over downtown Tulsa, and a cold breeze was making us remember that winter is coming, but the energy around ONEOK …
FC Tulsa Fosters a Community in Tulsa and Beyond
The TCC Connection had the opportunity to follow FC Tulsa’s journey through this year’s conference season. In a record-breaking year, for both performance and attendance, the club showcased not only …
MiTea: Where Creativity, Wellness, and Community Brew in Harmony 
When Tea Rush, artist and founder of MiTea, envisioned her business, she was not just thinking about tea; she was building a collective. From the very beginning, her intention was …
What Is Soccer, and Why It Matters If You Are in Tulsa? 
If you have never kicked a ball, never watched a match, and could not tell a corner kick from a coffee break, you are not alone. Soccer is the world’s …
Tulsa’s Route 66 Merchant, The Sky Gallery, Specializes in Artistic Souvenirs and Gifts  
Since Josh and Amanda Stout, owners of the RedFork Arts Foundry Tulsa, purchased The Sky Gallery, a gift, souvenir, and art shop at 1401 E. 11th St., Tulsa, the business …
Tulsa Irish Fest Business Conference Connects Oklahoma and Ireland in Culture and Business 
The Tulsa Irish Fest is well-known for celebrating Irish history with artisan vendors, traditional food, and upbeat musical performances.   What makes the festival special is the business conference, which combines …
Preview: Mo Rocca presents an Evening of Insight and Storytelling
As part of the 2024–2026 Common Book program, Tulsa Community College announces that Mo Rocca, the well-known CBS News correspondent, humorist, and television personality, will be a special guest this …
“I Can’t Crochet” Workshop Receives a Great Response from Tulsans  
Tulsa Community College (TCC) Center for Creativity invites members of the Tulsa community to free “I Can’t” workshops during the spring and fall semesters.   The “I Can’t” introductory lessons became …
Review: Little Ireland Comes to Tulsa: A Look Inside This Year’s Irish Fest 
The Tulsa Irish Fest is a vibrant celebration of Irish culture and heritage that has been delighting the community since 2018. This year’s event will be held March 7-9 at …
Obituary: Remembering Burt Holmes, the Visionary Behind QuikTrip
On Jan. 15, 2025, Tulsa’s legend Burt Holmes passed away at the age of 93. All of us are familiar with the convenience store QuikTrip, but many are unfamiliar with …
Skiatook Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Pioneer Day Festivities
Each year, residents of many small towns and cities around the state look forward to their Founder’s Day celebrations, and the residents of Skiatook, Okla., are no exception. A banner …
Folk Singer-Songwriter Tom Morello Receives Woody Guthrie Prize
The spirit of Woody Guthrie was alive on Sept. 25, 2024, when the Oklahoma native, folk-songwriter, and activist was honored at Tulsa’s celebrated Cain’s Ballroom by an award and ceremony …
The Rubber Chicken Factory Improv Troupe Performs for a Second Time, Nov. 25
TCC Theatre will be presenting The Rubber Chicken Factory Improvisational Comedy Show at the Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus PACE Studio Theatre on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. The free …
TCC Theatre Presents Auditions for ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’, Nov. 18-19
Tulsa Community College will be holding auditions for the Tony-winning ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ in the PACE Studio Theatre at Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus on Nov. 18-19 at 7 …