Happy New Year!  Welcome to the premiere issue of Oklahoma Casinos and Entertainment Magazine, your guide to entertainment in Oklahoma.  Whether you’re a resident or tourist, our state can provide you non-stop action delivered with a healthy dose of southern hospitality.   OCE Magazine is your guide to the best that Oklahoma has to offer every month.

Are you feeling lucky?  Then visit one of Oklahoma’s 72 casinos.  You’ll find gaming action that rivals Las Vegas—poker, slots, blackjack…even horse racing.  You’ll find all that excitement under one roof, thanks to the opening of the Remington Park “racino!”  Remington Park has always been a great destination for horse racing in style.  Now they’ve added casino gambling to provide something for every gaming enthusiast!

We have a great feature this month, Shuffle Up and Deal, which will teach you how to play Texas Hold ‘Em—the hottest poker game in the nation.  Just keep our Beginner’s Guide close at hand and you’ll look like a pro!

Also check out our Ten Questions column.  This month we talked to Brian Foster, Chairman of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association.  He shared with us the history and future of gaming in Oklahoma.  We’ll choose a different person each month to interview—and we’d like your help!  What would you like to know about entertainment in Oklahoma?  Just e-mail, mail or fax your questions to us and we’ll choose ten for publication.  Don’t forget to include your name, city and state so we can give you credit for the question!

Don’t know where to start?  Check out our Thrill Seeker’s Guide to find the casino nearest your destination.  Or, better yet, get a group of friends together for a great road trip!

And if you’re in the mood for a little exploring, how about some time travel?  Don’t miss our feature on the Oklahoma History Center.  This is definitely not your mother’s history museum!  Incredible interactive exhibits celebrate the history and cultures of Oklahoma.  Whether you want to explore the arts, technology or Indian culture—you’ll find it all here in this architectural masterpiece designed to engage all ages.

As you’re making your way through the state, don’t forget about the fabulous sports teams within our borders.  Oklahoma is home to college, minor league, and now, professional sports teams.  That’s right; the NBA has found a home in Oklahoma City!  We are delighted to welcome the New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets with sold out crowds.  Catch the “buzz” and join us for a basketball game!  We’ve included schedules of these, and other events, so you won’t miss any of the action.

And this is just our first issue!  Add together our new look, refined editorial style and bold graphic design and you’ll see why we are the Premier Guide to Gaming in Native America.   Next month, we’ll help you put together the perfect romantic evening…just in time for Valentine’s Day.  

Good Luck in 2006,

Jhane Myers
Editor-in-chief
OCE Magazine