AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Norman Oklahoma. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/norman-ok 144 69 https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/norman-ok https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:26:17 -0600 For its ninth year strong, Beats & Bites Festival is back and bringing you some of Oklahoma’s best fun, fare, and festivities. https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/beats-and-bites-festival-2025-31743869-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/beats-and-bites-festival-2025-31743869-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 The Festival of Spirituals, which actually predates the founding of Cimarron Circuit, has been a Palm Sunday tradition since 1970. The late Thomas and https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/55th-annual-festival-of-spirituals-31732603-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/55th-annual-festival-of-spirituals-31732603-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4 breweries and 3 hours of unlimited beer sampling at Norman Beerentines 2025! This is the right gift for that special people in your life! Buy your https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/norman-beerentines-festival-2025-31722325-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/norman-beerentines-festival-2025-31722325-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Join us for the 2025 Norman Chocolate Festival on January 25th, where this year’s theme, “Chocolate Through the Ages,” takes you on https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/norman-chocolate-festival-2025-31717440-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/norman-chocolate-festival-2025-31717440-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Cold weather, no problem! Avoid cabin fever and get outside with (405)! Join us for (405) Winterfest 2025 on January 18, 12-3pm. This all outdoor https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/405-brewing-winterfest-2025-31716543-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/405-brewing-winterfest-2025-31716543-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 NORMAN, OK — The Oklahoma Democratic Party proudly announces the re-election of Jacob Rosecrants to the Oklahoma House of Representatives https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/jacob-rosecrants-reelected-to-house-district-46-31709104-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/jacob-rosecrants-reelected-to-house-district-46-31709104-norman-ok.html Government and Politics Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 NORMAN, OK — The Oklahoma Democratic Party proudly announces that Annie Menz has secured re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/annie-menz-wins-reelection-in-house-district-45-31709105-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/annie-menz-wins-reelection-in-house-district-45-31709105-norman-ok.html Government and Politics Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Join us for a fantastic Fall Festival, designed just for kids and families! 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Schedule of Events: September 5, 2024: Opening Day! 3 - 9 p.m: Free Petting Zoo 4 p.m: Main Building Open Exhibits https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/cleveland-county-fair-2024-31683513-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/cleveland-county-fair-2024-31683513-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 For Its Eighth Year Strong, Riverwind Beats & Bites Festival is Back and Bringing You Some of Oklahoma’s Best Fun, Fare, and Festivities. https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/beats-and-bites-festival-2024-31671837-norman-ok.html https://www.devel1.americantowns.com/news/beats-and-bites-festival-2024-31671837-norman-ok.html Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Author’s latest work explores fifty-five iconic films, unpacking cultural impact and nostalgia for film enthusiasts everywhere. 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