Good morning, Stillwater!

Loyal reader Kathie Tanner emailed me Monday:
“Stillwater back to normal, lots of folks out shopping today with the crowds of visitors gone. From what I heard everyone had a great time too.”

I hope y’all had a blast of a weekend and got your taxes in on time. (Shoutout to Mark Gunkel and his team—they were awesome to work with.)

And a huge thank you to the many people who took that survey last week. It was eye opening for me! 👀 (results at the end). I want this newsletter to serve you better, so I’ve made a few changes today. Like them? Hate them? Let me know below.👇

In today’s edition:

• Art festivals, farmers markets & plant sales 🌱

• Fun, 5, and 10K runs for you runners 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

• Getting rid of your garage gremlins (hazardous waste)

• Easter events for your littles 🐣

Let’s get right to it!

– Nate Cheever

Sponsored By Nancy's on Main

Nancy’s on Main in Perkins isn’t fancy dining, nor is it fast food—but it will be memorable (in a good way)! Nancy and her family serve up pizza, pasta, pastries made right in the store. If you go on a Friday night you will likely catch Bobby who plays live piano—perfect for a date night (he is out this week though for Holy Week obligations).

My wife drove down twice to get their spiced sweet potato cheesecake (because it was that good). They also have gelato, baked goods, and the place smells of warm pizza dough.

“It usually takes people a while to find us but they're glad when they finally do!” says Nancy. Mention this ad and get 15% off a house-made cookie or scone.

📍 111 S Main St, Perkins
🌐 nancysonmain.com
It’s worth the trip (or two). 😊

WHAT’S UP IN STILLWATER

Some have asked how they can submit an event. Here’s a form where you can do that:

The Stillwater Arts Festival starts tomorrow 🎨

If you like art festivals, be sure to checkout stop by the Prairie Arts Center for the 2025 Stillwater Arts Festival. It will be quite the event! There will be food trucks, live music, free art crafts inside the center and you can also grab some fresh produce at the Stillwater Farmer’s Market.

🗓️ Friday, April 18 (12–8 PM)
🗓️ Saturday, April 19 (9 AM–6 PM)
📍 1001 S. Duck St.
💵 Free!

Spring Plant Sale this Saturday 🌱

The OSU Horticulture Club is hosting its spring plant sale at the Greenhouse Learning Center. Come browse flowering annuals, perennials, herbs, and veggie plants—grown with care by students. Proceeds support the club.

🕗 Saturday, Starting at 8 AM
📍 OSU Greenhouse Learning Center (Directions)

Remember the 10 5k Run 🏃🏻‍♂️‍➡️

Each year, the OSU community gathers to honor the ten lives lost in a 2001 plane crash. This Saturday, April 13, is the 19th Annual Remember the Ten Run with options for a 10K, 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run, or virtual participation. Proceeds directly support OSU’s Counseling and Mental Health services. Get your running playlist ready and charge those earbuds (if that’s your thing)!

🕖 Race Day Registration: 7–8:15 AM
🏁 Start Times: Fun Run @ 8 AM | 5K & 10K @ 8:15 AM
📍 Starting line: Hall of Fame Ave near Gallagher-Iba Arena
💵 Registration: 10K: $55 | 5K: $50 | Fun Run: $40 | Virtual: $50 | Register here

Stillwater Community Singers Concert a Week Away 🎤 

Spring is a time of rejuvenation—the perfect time to celebrate with upbeat, wholesome, and timeless American music, don’t you think? Come hear some of the golden hits of American show-tunes and classics performed by the Stillwater Community Singers at their spring concert, The Great American Songbook, next week. It’s free, great for a date or the family. And stick around for the reception afterward for refreshments and good company.

📌 Thursday, April 24, 7:30 PM at the Stillwater Community Center (8th and Duck)

Time to Toss the Toxic 🛢️

Speaking of rejuvenation, how’s that garage looking? Got piles of mysterious cans n liquids? (Guilty). Safely get rid of them at the free Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, April 26, from 8 AM–1 PM at the Convenience Collection Center (807 S. Perkins Rd). No judgement here! Here’s a list of what’s accepted 👉 what to bring.

Euphoria Spring Fashion Show 💃

Clear the runway! Here comes the Euphoria Fashion Show! It is a student-run fashion production, showcasing work designed by local artists and models. If you love fashion, student creativity, or just a good show, this looks like a great time.

🗓 Friday, April 25th
📍 ConocoPhillips Alumni Center (Directions)
⏰ Doors at 7:30 PM | Show at 8:00 PM
🎟 $25 General Admission | $75 VIP tickets

GAME

LOCAL BUSINESS

Schatz Window Washing 🪟 is having a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 22
11:30 AM at 921 S Union Rd (hello neighbor!)

Northern Roots Media 📸 is a new business in Stillwater. The owner is Amy Pokorny, and she does portraits, couples, and graduate photography.

HAT TIPS 🎩👌

LIVE LOCAL MUSIC

Thursday
Iron Monk | Katie Bardwell | 7 - 9 PM
Bad Brad’s Bar-B-Q | Songwriter Circle with T Dylan Moss and Guests | 7 - 9 PM | Free
Stonecloud | Blutic String Band |  7 PM
OSU Botanical Garden | Winded McKnights Woodwind Quintet | 6 - 7 PM

Friday
Seretean Center | Battle of the Bands - Semi Finals | 7:30 - 11 PM

Saturday
First Presbyterian Church | OSU Cantamus and Chorale Concert | 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Elk's Lodge | Morgan Band | 7 - 10 PM
Coney's Garden | Double Violets | 8 PM

Sunday
Willie’s Saloon | Open Mic Night | 9 PM - 12 AM

SPORTS

Upcoming home games & matches  🎾 ⚽ ⚾

JH - Soccer Boys & Girls vs. Sand Springs
4/17 @ Pioneer Stadium | Girls TBA | Boys 7 PM

Cowboy Baseball vs. Houston
4/18 @ O'Brate Stadium | 6 PM | Live Stats

Cowgirl Soccer vs. Tulsa
4/18 @ Neal Patterson Stadium | 6 PM 

Cowboy Baseball vs. Houston
4/19 @ O'Brate Stadium | 6 PM | Live Stats

Cowboy Baseball vs. Houston
4/20 @ O'Brate Stadium | 12 PM | Live Stats

THANKS!

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For the curious, here are the results from the survey:

Clearly the winner is the What’s Up section. Got it! I’ll focus more on that.

To my surprise, the Grocery Price tracker and Adopt a Pet were tied for #1 least liked sections. I’ve dropped them from today’s letter. We’ll see if they pass the scream test.