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he Bare Bones International Film Festival showcases awardwinning independent movies, screenplays and musicians. This film festival provides a platform for low-budget, independent movies from local, regional and international filmmakers. The Bare Bones International Film Festival takes place at various venues around Muskogee and features more than 150 movies, various panel discussions, educational seminars, a parade of classic cars, red carpet awards gala, live music and a movie poster art gallery. This grassroots festival plays host to more than 200 actors, screenwriters, directors and 52 producers. Enjoy screenings of features, short films, documentaries, music videos, animated movies, comedies, dramas, sci-fi and horror films, thrillers and world cinema. Founded in 1999, Bare Bones has been named one of the top 25 indie film festivals in the country by MovieMaker magazine. The Bare Bones International Film Festival is open to the public
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Cherokee National Museum (Tahlequah) Definitely one of the best museums in Oklahoma and the best tribal museum I’ve ever visited. It’s a living museum and hub of cultural events—classes, gospel sings, storytelling and honoring dinners. The place is alive. The genealogy department is the single best place in the world to trace your Cherokee ancestry. They have a turn-of-the-century town complete with Cherokee farm animals. Rocklahoma (Pryor) One of the premier rock festivals every year in the United States. I’ve been going for four years. The lineup has changed it’s format over the past couple of years but it has enabled younger generations to come to love rock music. You don’t have to worry about driving before or after the show if you camp or stay at the park. There are shows going on all night. Pawnee Bill Museum Ranch (Pawnee) Eclectic, fully-furnished 1910 mansion of wild west showman Gordon W. Lillie, known as Pawnee Bill, promoter of Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show all over the world from 1888-1913. Guided tours are available, or visitors can tour the museum and outbuildings at their own leisure. A herd of buffalo, longhorn cattle and horses roam freely. There is also picnic facilities, a gift shop and children’s play area. Fee charged for group or special, non-routine tour.
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mateur and expert fisherman alike are in for a treat at the Grand Lake Bass Extravaganza. This event kicks off April 1 when 500 tagged bass will be released into Grove’s Grand Lake. Each tag will have a corresponding prize worth $50 or more with one grand prize fish worth $250,000. Purchase a badge from Grand Lake Association and fish for these bass through May 18 for a chance to win big. Fisherman 16 years and older with a badge are expected to turn in their tagged fish to learn what their prize is. Grab your rod and reel and head to Grand Lake for a chance to win big.