Good morning, Stillwater! We’re getting sooo close to the final 10 for the discount card! 8 out of 10 fantastic local eats have signed on for the Discount Card, which is pretty good for cold-calling during the lunch rush!

Here are the great eight we’ve got for you so far:

We’re getting there, slowly, steadily, and deliciously. kind of like brisket!

One more thing: 👉 We’ll be printing a limited number of these Discount Cards (probably 150–200), so if you want to be first in line when they’re ready, just reply to this email with a “Yes” and I’ll make sure you’re on the early-bird list. There’s no pressure, no payment yet. It’s just raising your hand so we know you’re interested.

In today’s edition:

• Fancy & Free Date night idea no powdered wig required

• Where to catch the water slides and family fun

• Buckets of Blackberries await this Monday

• Father’s Day Sales in town

Let’s get right to it!

– Nate Cheever

Happy birthdays to Denise Wilson and Blaire Cheever! 🎂 🎂

This featured event brought to you by StillWonder!

WHAT’S UP IN STILLWATER

Thar’s a Big Garage Sale Out West 🛍️

And not just one big garage, this one’s multi-family! So if you're a bargain prospector and up for a short drive, head over west near Lake Carl Blackwell for a sale tomorrow. Organizer Claire Leffingwell says there’ll be “clothing, household items, furniture, and more” whether rain or shine.

🗓️ Friday June 6, at 1 PM
📍 9411 Willow W, Stillwater, OK 74074 (directions)

Beetlejuice JR. Hits the Stage (Twice!) 👻

Here’s a chance to get an early Summerween fix! Stillwater Children’s Theatre presents Beetlejuice JR. this Saturday. Expect ghostly giggles, musical mayhem and family-friendly fun ^{(three alliterations in one sentence!)}. There are two performances at 11 AM or 3 PM at the Stillwater Community Theatre. Wiley Pence plays Beetlejuice with a crew of 36 others, directed by Gavin Guthrie.

🗓️ Saturday, June 7 |  11 AM & 3 PM
📍 Stillwater Community Theatre, 315 W 8th Ave
🎟️ $10 at the door | Reserve here (through Friday, June 6 at 8 PM)

Family Swim Night in Cushing 🏊‍♀️

Still no city pool in Stillwater (😩), but here’s an opportunity for a good old-fashioned summer splash: Cushing’s Aquatic Center is hosting (weather permitting) its first Family Swim Night this Saturday, June 7, from 6:30–8:30 PM. I’ve heard good things!

💵 Admission is $1.25 for kids (6 & under), $2 for everyone else
📍 500 S Little Ave, Cushing

Thursdays Just Got Splashier 💦 🎉

Speaking of water slides, Stillwater will be bringing back our very own Summer on the Plaza tradition starting today! Live music, water toys, bounce houses, face-painting, the whole shebang. It’s every Thursday evening this month at the OSU Student Union Plaza, and it’s one of the best family-friendly hangouts in town. Bring a towel!

📍 OSU Student Union Plaza
📅 Thursdays in June | 6–8 PM (weather permitting)
🎟️ Free!

North 40 Berries Opens for the Season! 🫐 

If you need a break from the water/fun/hype, and prefer a peaceful stroll through nature without the ticks, here you go. Stillwater’s famous U-pick blackberry patch N40 Berries opens for the season on Monday, June 6 from 6–8 PM. Bring a hat for the sunshine and fill up a bucketful of big, juicy Natchez berries.

They’ll be open three times a week:
🗓️ Mondays 6–8 PM | Wednesdays 7–10 AM | Saturdays 7–11 AM
Check their website for pricing and pound rates here.

📍 8920 N. Western Rd

Cool Classics at Sheerar, No Tux Required 🎶😎

Here’s a nice date idea alert fellas! An evening of piano quintet pieces by Schumann and Dvořák in the charming Sheerar Auditorium.

It’s the right balance of free and fancy, so you can leave your powdered wig at home and save your date-night dough for a nice dinner at Zannotti’s… or Sonic, depending on how things are going.

Big thanks to Ashley Cooper for the tip!

📍 702 S Duncan St (Sheerar Museum Auditorium)
🗓️  Friday, June 20, 7PM (6 PM is the social reception)
🎟️  Free | First-come, first-seated

Grocery Report: Walmart straightlines it again, Homeland 2^nd

THE LOKAL LEDGER 🏷️

Ferrellgas – Residential Propane $1.99/gallon. Contact Robert Miller at 405-613-2353 for details.

Kitty Cutter –The Purrfect Box Opener!— Local 3D printer/manufacturer Dave Atess has created a cat-shaped cardboard cutter that slices through boxes with ease. Handy, safe, and great for recycling. Pick up yours at: Etsy.com

Can we get this thing running again? – Seeking a reliable mobile mechanic to help get a 1982 Chevy Scottsdale running again. Call/text Nate at 405-269-6045.

LOCAL BUSINESS

🧺 New Local Wash & Fold Service
Stillwater local Chelsea Wilson is now offering a wash & fold service with pickup and delivery called Load Off My Mind. And boy what a good title. It really is a load! 

The pricing starts at $1.50/lbs if you provide supplies—or $1.75 if she does. The AI bot says a typical load of laundry weighs in at around 7 lbs. So at 7 x $1.50, that’s $10.50, not too shabby! You can text Chelsea at 918-605-4886 to schedule.

🧔 Father’s Day Finds Around Town
On my first Father’s Day in Stillwater, I woke up to a wind-toppled fence and a Nacho Libre card that read “Nacho average dad.” Not sure I’ll ever top that.

Here are a few places you can check for dad-related gifts in town:

📍 Typo Market (123 E. 9th Ave) is offering 25% off men’s items June 9–14—cologne, socks, books, maybe even a Nacho card!
📍 Sharpe’s Department Store (between Ollie’s and HomeGoods) is also running a Father’s Day sale the same week. They’re stocked with apparel, hats, boots, and shoe deals—and speaking of shoes, I could use some running ones. So honey, if you’re reading this… 😉

👢 Cowbelle’s and Cowpoke’s Consignment Is For Sale
Sydnee Hooper, a longtime supporter of our little paper and owner of Cowbelle’s and Cowpoke’s Consignment, announced this week that the shop is officially for sale. She’s moving on to a new chapter, and we’ll sure miss her! 

If you or someone you know might be the right fit to carry the torch on this beloved local business, reach out to [email protected].

🤖 Lunch with a Side of AI
WorkIT founder and all things business superstar Kristen Hadley is hosting a casual lunchtime roundtable on Wednesday, June 11 at noon to talk about how artificial intelligence is shaking things up in work and life. If you’re curious and want to learn some practical ideas that might help in business, y’all are welcome. No computer science degree required! Lunch is catered. Members eat free, guests are welcome for $10. RSVP a spot here.

✂️ Snip Snip and Celebrate!
Duncan Catering is celebrating their grand opening and joining the Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June 10 at 11:30AM. A crowd of hungry folks who just so happen to be there right around lunch time? Smart move! Their new location is just west of the Bumblebee Transformer past Country Club Rd at 5601 W 6th Ave.

LIVE LOCAL MUSIC

Let me know in the comments!

THANKS!

Thanks for reading the Stillwater Lokal Life today. I hope you have a great weekend. And if you found something good, share it with someone who pronounces “McElroy” as “Mick-Elroy”.

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