Events Listings

At The Galleries...

Nov. 16-18

CHIEF KELLY HANEY

Artist's sculptures, paintings & prints on display and sale at Love Art & Chocolate, 105 E. Main in Jenks. Call 299-6200 for more info.

Fri., Nov. 17

LIVING ARTS FALL GALA

Original art show & sale, champagne & chocolate for a sweet evening. 5-9pm. Living Arts, 308 S. Kenosha, 585-1234,

www.livingarts.org.

Nov. 17-Jan. 6

HEROES & OUTLAWS

A celebration of Oklahoma's centennial, this exhibit features the art of 100 Oklahomans inspired by the past 100 years in OK. City Arts Center, 3000 Gen. Pershing Blvd., OKC. For more info, call (405) 951-0000 or visit

www.cityartscenter.org.

Tue., Nov. 21

GRAND ART: BEADMAKING

A class for grandparent & grandchild to spend time together creating custom breads for jewelry. 6-8pm. $10/grandcouple. Central Center in Centennial Park,

1028 E. 6th St., 593-1444.

Auditions..

Sun., Dec. 3

ONE TOE IN THE GRAVE

Audition at the BA Community Playhouse, 5pm, 1800 S. Main, BA. Performances in Feb. For more details, press #4 at 258-0077.

Sat., Dec. 9

TEMPEST AUDITION

Cold script reading. 3pm. Clark Youth Theater, 11440 E. Admiral, 669-6455. Performances in Feb.

Ongoing

BOOMTOWN BETTIE'S

BURLESQUE TROUPE

Seeks dancers & unique talents for upcoming shows. DANCERS: Females of all shapes, sizes & lifestyles are welcome. MISC. TALENTS: All forms. myspace.com/boomtown_betties

CHORUS

The Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus, rehearsals, auditions for singers and performers, 7-10pm Monday, Christ Church 109th and Yale Ave. 451-5771.

DOWNTOWN VARIETY SHOW

Now Interviewing Talent. Call 521-3299.

MAYFEST SEEKING ARTISTS

Both of the performing and visual variety. Applications and regulations can be found at www.tulsamayfest.org. More info at 582-6435. Deadline is Jan. 12.

Benefits...

Sat., Nov. 18

BLOOMING DEALS

FUNDRAISER

Tulsa's largest (and finest) rummage sale to benefit Junior League's community service programs. $2 entry fee, but worth it. 8am-3pm. Tulsa Event Center, 2625 S. Memorial.

Sat., Nov. 18

OKLAHOMA MARATHON

7:30am, starting from 68th & Riverside. To benefit Tulsa Boys Home, Cal Farley's Boy's Ranch, and Girlstown USA. www.oklahomamarathon.org for registration & more details.

Sat., Nov. 18

VINTAGE O-STATE WINE

TASTING

Scholarship & fundraiser for Tulsa students planning to attend OSU. Wine tasting & silent auction. $75. 7-9:30pm, OSU Tulsa, 700 N. Greenwood, 583-0999 for reservations or info.

Sun., Nov. 19

ROUTE 66 MARATHON

Full, half and relay, all starting at 8am at 6th & Main, downtown Tulsa. Entertainment every step of the way. Perks and goodies for runners. Proceeds benefit United Way. www.route66marathon.com for details and registration.

Book Signing...

Fri., Nov. 17

LISA CAMPBELL ERNST

Oklahoma children's author & illustrator will talk and sign books.7pm. Hardesty Library, 8316 E. 93rd St., 250-7307.

Sat., Dec. 2

PEGGY HELMERICH DISTINGUISHED AUTHOR AWARD

There will be a public presentation of the 2006 award to Mark Helprin, author of such acclaimed works as Winter's Tale and the children's book Swan Lake. 10:30am. 2nd floor, Central Library, 4th & Denver. Call

595-7977 for more info.

Sat., Dec. 9

GEAN ATKINSON

Lecture and book signing of Blood Moon at Cabin Creek. 11am. Tulsa Historical Society,

2445 S. Peoria, 712-9484.

Centennial Events....

Thu., Nov. 16

CELEBRATE OUR

CENTENARIANS

Reception honoring our 100+ year old citizens with a photo and art exhibit as well. 10:30am, Free. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria, 712-9484.

Thu., Nov. 16

TOP 46 MOMENTS IN OK'S POLITICAL HISTORY

These memories will be revealed at a luncheon by past and present elected officials. $50. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main.

Call 583-7737 to RSVP.

Thu., Nov. 16

WELCOME TO OUR

CENTENNIAL FIREWORKS

The first of three nights of fireworks designed to thrill and excite the viewer and blast the Centennial celebration across the state. 96th Street Bridge.

Fri., Nov. 17

TULSA TRIBUTE FIREWORKS

The second of three nights of ever increasing brilliance and depth of Centennial fireworks.

21st St. Bridge.

Nov. 17-19

BEST FEST

Showcasing what makes OK great. Made in Oklahoma products will be available & the Best of Oklahoma Village will highlight Oklahoma's history, heritage, recreation, businesses, products, citizens and more. Food and entertainment for all at the amphitheater, music stages, skate park tournament and kid's zone. West bank of the Arkansas River at 21st. www.oklahomacentennialtulsa.com for more details.

Nov. 17-19

CALL FOR CENTENNIAL

VOLUNTEERS

Help make RiverFest, BestFest and The Parade of the Century a success. There are many volunteer opportunities. Those interested should call Pat Kroblin at 260-7680. See a list of centennial activities at

oklahomacentennialtulsa.com.

Nov. 17-19

RIVER FEST

Free family-friendly festival w/food & entertainment on the banks of Tulsa's River Parks on the River. Take a boat ride, enjoy artists, Oklahoma wines, inter-cultural performances and hear some great jazz, enjoy the kid games, discover kayaking, the Tulsa Rowing Club, skateboarding demonstrations, rugby and more. oklahomacentennialtulsa.com

for more info.

Sat., Nov. 18

EXTRAVAGANZA LIGHT SHOW AND FIREWORKS

Choreographed to stirring music, the skies will explode in myriad colors and designs from rooftop pyrotechnics as historic images flow across the downtown Tulsa skyscrapers.

Children

& Family...

Thu., Nov. 16

MOTHER GOOSE AT THE LIBRARY

Mother Goose and puppet Mr. Goose will entertain families with songs, nursery rhymes and refreshments to celebrate Oklahoma's birthday! 10am. Collinsville Library, 1223 Main, 596-2840.

Sat., Nov. 18

SADDLE UP, BUCKAROOS

Crafts, games and stories about cowboys and American Indians. For all ages. Pre-registration is required. 2pm. South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut, 451-0002.

Sat., Nov. 18

SIBLING CLASS

What siblings, ages 3-7, may expect with your new arrival. $15/family. 10:30-11:30am.

744-0123 for place

and class details.

Cinema...

Nov. 17-19

HALF NELSON

Story of an inspiring teacher who also suffers a drug addiction. A lesson on change. Circle Cinema II, 10 S. Lewis, 592-FILM for showtimes.

Nov. 17 & 18

PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE

Midnight Movie at Circle Cinema II, 10 S. Lewis. Film in which aliens resurrect dead humans as zombies and vampires to stop human kind from creating the Solaranite, a sort of sun-driven bomb.

Sat., Nov. 18

KANSAS CITY BOMBER

1972 Raquel Welch roller derby movie. Chicks get brutal. 10pm. Circle Cinema II, 10 S. Lewis.

Mon., Nov. 20

PRAGUE TO PARIS (AND A CRUISE)

Experience two of Europe's most exciting and historic cities (via a river cruise through Germany) on the screen. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. $7 for both the 2pm & 7pm performances. Get tickets at the PAC Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or

596-7111.

Now Showing

DEEP SEA- 3D

Sea life in a whole new way at the IMAX Theatre, 10802 E. 71st. Call 307-2629 for showtimes.

OPEN SEASON

Animated animal v. hunter adventure story for the whole family. IMAX Theatre, 10802 E. 71st. 307-2629 for showtimes.

Clubs/

Meetings..

Sun., Dec. 3

REMEMBERING LOVED ONES

Sojourn Care - 9910 E. 42nd Street, Ste 101. A time to celebrate loved ones who have died. You may bring pictures of your loved one to share with others. Light refreshments. Brigid at

492-8799 for more info.

Comedy...

Fri., Nov. 17

LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV

8pm. $5. Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, 746-5065.

Nov. 17 & 18

JAMES GREGORY

Home-cooked Southern comedy at the Cherokee Casino, I-44 and 193rd. All ages show. $20 at the Outpost Retail Tobacco Shop in Catoosa, online at www.cherokeecasino.com or at the door.

Sat., Nov. 18

LAUGHY B-DAY

Tulsa Comedy Clinic celebrates 4 years of hilarity at 7:30pm at Suede Ultralounge, 3340 S. Peoria, 743-0600. $9/adv. at www.thecomedyclinic.com or $10 at the door.

Sat., Nov. 18

TEEN LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV

7:30pm. $5. Clark Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral, 669-6455.

Ongoing

BRADY THEATER COMEDY

$10, no drink minimum, shows Thur, Fri., And Sat. Premeire national comedians, 105 W. Brady, 582-2353 or www.bradytheater.com for details.

COMEDY AT COWBOY SHARKIES

The last great comedy club. $10 cover, no drink minimum, non-smoking. Cowboy Sharkies, 5840 S. Memorial. 280-9000.

Community Calendar...

Ongoing

CITIZENSHIP CLASS

10am-noon, every Sat., $20 fee (includes guide and cd). Patti Johnson Wilson Center, 1910 S. Lewis Ave., 663-0377.

NTERCULTURAL SERVICE

CENTER'S US

CITIZENSHIP CLASS

10am-noon, $20 fee, Patti Johnson Wilson Center, 1910 S. Lewis Ave, 663-0377.

Community Service...

Nov. 16-25

OSU-OU BEDLAM FOOD DRIVE

Cast your vote for your fave school with cans of non-perishable food at all area Arvest banks. Benefits the Community Food Bank.

Nov. 17-19

ROUTE 66 MARATHON CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

The marathon leaders are asking clubs, organizations & individuals to be ambassadors for Green Country during the inaugural event, which will host many visitors who have never been to Tulsa. Come show them what

T-Town is all about! Visit www.route66marathon.com for more info or to register as an ambassador volunteer.

Cultural Fare...

Tue., Dec. 19

KWANZAA CELEBRATION

Drumming, Dancing, Acting, Poetry & Special Guest Ngoma Uzuri. Free to the public. Greenwood Cultural Center,

322 N. Greenwood.

Ongoing

HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT

World Heritage, 1-800-888-9040, www.world-heritage.org.

DJ/Dance...

Sat., Nov. 25

BALLROOM DANCE

7pm. Elks Lodge, 5335 S. Harvard. Attire is dressy casual. $5/members, $10/non. www.BallroomDancersofTulsa.org for more info.

Festivals & Carnivals...

Fri., Nov. 17

AUTUMN ARTS FESTIVAL

Arts, jewelry, books and toys. Riverfield Country Day School, 2433 W. 61st. Proceeds benefit the school. 9am-3pm. Red Dirt Rangers play at 12:30pm. For more info, call 446-3553.

Nov. 17 & 18

NATIVE FALL MUSIC FEST

4pm on Fri in the parking lot of Creek Nation Casino, 81st & Riverside, & on Sat. at 12pm. Acts representing a variety of music styles. Fry bread contests (a world-record attempt for the largest piece of fry bread) and a variety of arts & crafts. Free & for all ages. www.tulsapowwow.org for a schedule

.

Nov. 17-Dec. 3

FESTIVAL OF TREES

Holiday trees, unique art pieces for sale and centennial-themed gingerbread houses. Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd., 748-5382. www.philbrook.org.

Sat., Nov. 18

BOARE'S HEADE FEASTE

An evening with King Henry VIII with entertainment, 4-course meal, dances & minstrel. Castle of Muskogee, (918) 687-3625. More info at www.castleofmuskogee.com.

Sat., Nov. 18

BEST FEST SKATEBOARD COMPETITION

Part of the centennial kick-off celebration. 12pm. Tulsa Skate Park, 464 W. 23rd St., just over the 21st St. Bridge. For more info, call 582-6273

.

Sat., Nov. 18

PARADE OF THE CENTURY

Centennial parade starting at 9:30am & traveling north from 45th & Riverside to 21st. At the finish, there will be music, kid zones, artists, boat rides and tourism info for all to enjoy.

Flora & Fauna...

Thu., Nov. 16

FINS, FIREWORKS & FUN

Celebrate OK tourism with many OK attractions represented. Hors d'oeuvres, cash bar & festive attire. See the fireworks too! $100/couple. Oklahoma Aquarium, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. 528-1501 for reservations.

Nov. 17-20

WRANGLER HEARTLAND TOUR

Starting Fri. 6pm, Sat. 12pm, Sun. 10am. Livestock Arena of the Tulsa Expo Square, 15th btw. Harvard & Yale. More info at

326-4480.

Sat., Nov. 18

BARREL HORSES UNLIMITED

Show & sale. Starts 8am. North Arena of the Expo Square, 15th between Harvard & Yale. Call 698-3378 or visit www.bhusales.com for event details.

Sat., Nov. 18

BONHAVEN TERRIER RESCUE CELEBRATION

+ fundraiser at the #2 Shelter at Chandler Park, 6500 W. 21st ST. All pets on leash + families welcome. Parade, costume contest, auction, photography, lunch & goodies. $10/adults. Under 12 & pets free! 746-6273 for more info.

Sun., Nov. 19

AMAZING BIRDS OF AMERICA

Over 150 species of birds around the worlds are presented in this stunning live-actions film. 1:30pm. Free. Gilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd., 596-1400.

Health & Well Being...

Sat., Nov. 18

GLUTEN FREE STORE TOUR

Gluten sensitivity, allergy, or intolerance can cause serious health problems. Take the guesswork out of your gluten-free shopping with a tour. 10am. Limited space. Wild Oats, 1401 E. 41st., 712-7555.

Lectures/

Workshops

Thu., Nov. 16

GROWING COMMUNITY FROM THE ROOTS UP

Learn how forming community gardens can beautify neighborhoods, stimulate friendships, produce food & conserve resources. Chapman Hall, Room 122, TU Campus, 5th & Evanston. 6:30pm. 857-1206.

Nov. 16-19

LIVING THE DREAM

Co-creating the beloved community of humankind. A week of Nonviolence Education and Action. Peace House of Tulsa, 306 S. Phoenix. See details at

livingthedream2006.org.

Thu., Nov. 16

NONVIOLENT

COMMUNICATION

Participants in this class will encounter & then practice careful listening & speaking, using Rosenberg's method. 6:30-8:30pm. Peace House of Tulsa, 306 S. Phoenix, 231-2514.

Thu., Nov. 16

VETERAN'S DAY BOOK

DISCUSSION

Paul Andert, veteran and author, will discuss his book Unless You Have Been There. Thu., Nov. 16 at 2pm. Maxwell Library, 1313 N. Canton, 669-6055. Wed., Nov. 15 at 7pm. Zarrow Library, 2224 W. 51st St., 591-4366.

Fri., Nov. 17

THE GIFT OF GRIEF

Seminar featuring intl. author and speaker Sherrie Eldridge on the topic of the grief involved with infertility, adopted children and birthparents. 50 Penn Place in OKC from 11:30am-2:30pm. $25. (405) 949-4200 for more info or to register.

Sat., Nov. 18

40 MINUTES OF HELL WITH THE SHARK

A basketball and motivational workshop hosted by Nolan Richardson & Jerry Tarkanian + other guests. 9am-5pm. Rogers High School Field House,

3909 E. 5th Pl.

Sat., Nov. 18

COOKING WITH KEN

Learn some new holiday side dishes to add to your holiday meal. Roasted Vegetables with a Garlic-Mustard sauce & Winter Orange Salad. 2pm. Wild Oats, 1401 E. 41st., 712-7555.

Sat., Nov. 18

FILM PRODUCTION

WORKSHOP

Learn how use video cameras effectively and how to edit using Casablanca Editing systems, ending the day with a finished DVD. $40. 10am-5pm. Living Arts, 308 S. Kenosha,

585-1234, www.livingarts.org.

Sat., Nov. 18

HIV-AIDS AWARENESS FAIR

Educators will answer questions and offer informational materials. 12-2pm. Suburban Acres Library, 4606 N. Garrison, 591-4004.

Sat., Nov. 18

WINTER FIREPLACE & HOME SAFETY

Use fire safety to prepare your home for the winter. 3pm. Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. 746-3780.

Nov. 18 & 19

DIVORCE ADJUSTMENT WORKSHOP

Workshop for people who've been divorced, are going thru divorce or have recently ended a relationship. $20. For more info and to register, call 747-8601.

Nov. 18 & 19

PILOT CLUB X-MAS ARTS SHOW

70 crafts vendors + hot food & prizes. 9am-5pm Sat., 11am-4pm Sun. Washington Co. Fairgrounds in Dewey. Proceeds benefit Pilot Club.

Mon., Nov. 20

EFFECTIVE MARKETING & PROMOTIONAL STRATEGIES

Business workshop aimed to improve business. 6-8pm. NSU-BA campus, Bldg. G, Rm. 212. $25. Registration & more info at 456-5511 x2949 or www.nsuentrepreneurshipinstitute.com/programs.php.

Mixed Bag...

Thu., Nov. 16

KICK THE HABIT - THEN BRIGHTEN YOUR SMILE

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry rewards smokers who kick the habit for the national Great American Smokeout.

At-home and in-office whitening treatments provided. For more information contact Liz@blueskypr.com or Stacey@blueskypr.com.

Fri., Nov. 17

LIGHTS-ON OPEN HOUSE

Jenks Dance Academy will be performing starting at 5pm and Frank Mitchell with News Channel 8 will be live from RiverWalk for the 5pm and 6pm news. RicerWalk Crossing, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks.

Nov. 17-19

TULSA HOLIDAY MART

To benefit Operation Aware. Shop for unusual gift treasures you won't find at the mall! Fri., 10am-8pm; Sat., 9am-6pm; Sun., 12-6pm. Upper Level of the Expo Bldg. at Expo Square, 21st between Harvard & Yale. $5/day or $10/3 days. 582-7884

for more info.

Nov. 18 & 25

HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET

Buy Handmade for the Holidays! Shop from local crafters and artists at this open house and gift market. 7928 S. 78th E Ave. More info at 853-7946.

Nov. 18 & 19

JENKS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Lights On ceremony, rides, carolers, Santa pictures and live Entertainment. For more info, call 299-5005 or visit www.jenkschamber.com.

Sat., Nov. 18

KIWANIS CLUB HOLIDAY PARADE

Floats, bands & saddle clubs. Main St., Jenks. 10am.

Sun., Nov. 19

CLASSIC CAR PARADE

7:30am. Traveling the reverse route of the marathon from downtown Jenks to downtown Tulsa, with a show to follow on Main St. Tulsa. www.route66marathon.com for more info.

Nov. 22-Dec. 25

RHEMA HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAY

Rhema Bible Church, 1025 W. Kenosha Broken Arrow. More than a million holiday lights and numerous lights displays. Walk or drive through. Free parking. www.rhema.org for more info.

Music...

Thu., Nov. 16

TULSA PRAISE ORCHESTRA

Free performance from 7 until the Centennial Fireworks show begins! RiverWalk Crossing, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks.

Fri., Nov. 17

AIR SUPPLY

8pm. $29-39. Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady. For tickets, visit the Box Office, call 58-BRADY or visit www.etix.com.

Fri., Nov. 17

AMER. THEATRE ORGAN SOCIETY

Free concert at Tulsa Technology Center at 111th St. and 121st E. Avenue. Featured organist is Carolyn Craft, and Part II is a silent movie from 1920 accompanied on the organ by Bill Rowland. More info at http://members.aol.com/SoonerStateATOS.

Fri., Nov. 17

ORCHESTRA & HARP

ENSEMBLE

7:30pm. Free concert in the Timko-Barton Bldg on the ORU Campus, 7777 S. Lewis.

495-7500.

Fri., Nov. 17

RED DIRT RANGERS

With My-Tea Kind at Best Fest on the West Bank of the river. 8pm. Free. The 21st St. will be closed. Use Southwest Blvd.

Fri., Nov. 17

TCC MUSIC DEPT. RECITALS

Free in Rm. 6818 of TCC's Southeast campus, 81st & 169. 1pm. Free.

Fri., Nov. 17

YSAYE BARNWELL WORKSHOP & CONCERT

Barnwell (of Sweet Honey In The Rock) will be leading a singing workshop and concert. 7:30pm. Free. All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria, 743-2363.

Nov. 17 & Dec. 1

TCC MUSIC DEPT. RECITALS

1pm. Free. Rm. 6168. TCC Southeast, 81st & Hwy. 169.

Sat., Nov. 18

ROSE STONE TRIO

Featured composers Dr. Ed Huckeby and James Kirk will be on hand to comment on their works. Advanced tickets available by calling the Ticket Desk at 918-596-1400. 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Road.

Sat., Nov. 18

SWITCHFOOT

With Moses Mayfield & Ryan Ferguson. Doors at 7pm. $24/adv. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. For tickets, visit the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores or www.gettix.net.

Sat., Nov. 18

UNIVERSITY CHORALE

CONCERT

7:30pm. Free concert in the Timko-Barton Bldg on the ORU Campus, 7777 S. Lewis. 495-7500.

Sun., Nov. 19

BRENTANO QUARTET

Chamber Music presents the Brentano Quartet with a second violist in three of Mozart's famous string quintets. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. 3pm. $25. Get tickets at the PAC Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or

596-7111.

Sun., Nov. 19

CARRIE UNDERWOOD

Concert at 7:30pm. Pavilion at the Expo Square, 15th between Harvard & Yale. For tickets & info, call 376-6000, visit www.exposquare.com or

the Box Office.

Sun., Nov. 19

JURASSIC 5

West coast hip-hop quintet gets fresh n' funky. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors at 7pm. $24. Get tix at the Cain's Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores and www.gettix.net.

Sun., Nov. 19

TALK OF TULSA CHORUS

Fall show at Monte Cassino School, 2206 S. Lewis, with the Tulsa Praise Orchestra. 7-9:30pm. The night will be packed with big-band family entertainment and benefits Tulsa's Crisis Pregnancy Outreach. 260-4275

for more info.

Sun., Nov. 19

TONY BENNETT

Live in concert at the Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. Special appearance by Tulsa's Children's Chorus. $45-85. For tickets, visit the Box Office, www.tickets.com or call 495-6000.

Mon., Nov. 20

BLUES TRAVELER

7pm at the newly opened FireLake Grand Casino in Shawnee. For tickets and more info, call (405) 96-GRAND.

Mon., Nov. 20

JASON GRAAE

Singer, dancer, actor. 7:30pm. $30-100. All Soul's Unitarian Church, 2942 S. Peoria. For tickets and additional info, please call 838-7194 or visit www.okrcrc.com.

Mon., Nov. 20

THE LIFE OF FRANZ LISTZ

$15. 7pm. Main Stage of TCC Southeast's PAC, 81st & Hwy. 169. For tickets, visit the Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or call 595-7777.

Tue., Nov. 21

EARL CLARK & SPECTRUM

3rd Tues. Jazz Series. $10/non.members, free/ members. $4 buffet. 5:30pm, galleries till 8pm. Gilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd.,

596-1400.

Tue., Nov. 21

THE MELVINS

They're kinda metal/punk/grunge rockers, but really they just sound like themselves. To find out what that means, come to the 2nd stage of the Cain's ballroom, 423 N. Main. With Big Buisness. Doors at 7pm. $15/adv. Get tix at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores or www.gettix.net.

Wed., Nov. 22

ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS

See these Stillwater boys play with The Starting Line, the Format and Gym Class Heroes. Ford Center, OKC. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com ot at (405) 235-8288

Fri., Nov. 24

JIM BRICKMAN

Award-winning singer/songwriter/pianist brings his warm, romantic style to the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. 8pm. $26.50-46.50. Get tickets at the PAC Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Sat., Nov. 25

JASON BOLAND & THE

SRAGGLERS

Okie born Boland brings his Texas two-steppin' band to the Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Local boy Phillip Zoellner will open. Doors at 7pm. $13/adv. Pick up tix at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores or www.gettix.net.

Sun., Nov. 26

GAYLE WILLIAMSON & ANNIE ELLICOT

Gayle Williamson and his band of talented musicians will play jazz standards & contemporary compositions w/the delightful Annie Ellicott's. 5pm. $5-10. Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, Greenwood Cultural Center, 322 N. Greenwood Ave. Get tickets at www.okjazz.org or 596-1001.

Sun., Nov. 26

SUGARCULT

Hollywood power-rock band Sugarcult brings a new sound and their friends The Pink Spiders, Meg & Dia and Damone to the Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. $19/adv. Doors at 7pm. Get your tix at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores or www.gettix.net.

Mon., Nov. 27

CHEETAH GIRLS

Concert at the Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. $28.50-38.50. For tickets, call 584-2000 or visit www.carsonattractions.com.

Mon., Nov. 27

CURSIVE

Unique, soulful sounds from Omaha. With special guests The Cops and Tranny. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors at 7pm. $15/adv. Buy tickets at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's Stores or www.gettix.net.

Thu., Nov. 30

COOL JAZZ CHRISTMAS

With David Benoit, Kirk Whalum, Michael Franks, and Jonathan Butler. Show at 7:30pm. $25-45. Get yours at the Brady Theater Box Office, 105 W. Brady, 58-BRADY or www.etix.com

Thu., Nov. 30

MOSCOW BOYS CHOIR

Prestigious Christmas Around the World Tour. 7:30pm. Stillwater Community Center, 315 W. 8th. $20/adults, $12,kids. Tix at (405) 533-8433.

Fri., Dec. 1

ORU CHRISTMAS CONCERT

ORU combined choirs & orchestra + other performers & speakers. A Children's Open House will be held from 6:15-7:15pm with fun activities. Concert at 7:30pm. Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. Concertgoers are asked to bring a donation of a new toy or canned food items for admission. 495-7250 for more info.

Sun., Dec. 3

ADVENT FESTIVAL

Lessons and carols sung by the Trinity Choirs. 5pm. Free. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati, 582-4128

Mon., Dec. 4

TULSA YOUTH SYMPHONY CONCERT

Holiday show with ORU Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra. 7:30pm. $6-10. PAC of Union Public Schools. 6636 S. Mingo.

Dec. 15 & 16

TULSA BOY SINGERS

Directed by Casey Cantwell. 7:30pm. Free. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati,

582-4128

Ongoing

COPPERTONES:

A NIGHT OF JAZZ

2nd & 4th Thur. of every month; Price Tower Arts Center, 510 S. Dewey Ave., Bartlesville; no cover charge; drinks, dinner and dessert available; 918-336-4949, www.pricetower.org.

NOONDAY CONCERTS AT

TRINITY

Local and regional musicians and singers being a little delight to your lunch hour. Tuesdays, 12:05-12:35pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati,

582-4128.

WORLD RHYTHM EXPERIENCE: A DRUM CLASS

With Michael Back. Wednesdays 7:15-9pm. Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha. Call 585-1234

Poetry/

Writing...

Ongoing

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Every Tues., 8pm, Gypsy Coffee House, 303 N.

Cincinnati Ave., 295-2181.

PEN USA LITERARY AWARDS

For writers West of the Mississippi. Six book cetergories. Entry is $35. Deadline is Dec. 15. For more info, visit http://penusa.org/go/awards/section/2007-literary-awards-application-open/ or email awards@penusa.org

TULSA NIGHTWRITERS

3rd Tues every month, 7:00 to 9:00pm at the Allee Beth Martin East Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett

TULSA WRITER'S CAFE

Impromptu creative writing, critique and development of craft, 2nd & 4th Wed of every month. Harwelden, 2210 S. Main, 7-9pm, 746-7629.

Singles...

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Sat., Nov. 18

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Phoenix Singles' Ministry dance at Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard. 8pm. $6. Tunes by Dub Johnson.

Nov. 22 & 29

SINGLE SURVIVAL

Practical tips on being happy and single in the 21st century. 7:15pm. Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard.

Sat., Nov. 25

DUB'S DANCE

Singles' and couples' dance at Faith United Methodist Church, 7431 E. 91st St. 8-11:30pm. $7. More info at 745-5883.

Ongoing

CHRISTIAN SINGLES

Every Sunday single activities with other Christian singles, worship, bible studies, Sunday School, dances, volleyball, dance lessons, Christ Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard Ave, 9am, 747-8601.

SINGLE MINGLE

Share some pie, coffee, fellowship, conversation and friendship; Christ United Methodist Chruch Activity Center, 35th St. & Harvard; 8pm; every Wed.

TLC: SINGLES SUPPORT GROUP

Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard Ave. Room 132, Tues., 7-8:30PM. Free child-care with advance reservations, call 747-8601.

Spiritual...

Fri., Nov. 10

THE GROW CONFERENCE

Motivational speakers talk on the conflict between our desire for growth and the force that makes things stay the same. 10am-3pm. $40. Asbury United Methodist, 6767 S. Mingo. For more info, visit www.standinthegaptulsa.org.

Sun., Nov. 12

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF RED FORK ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Red Fork Assembly of God will be celebrating the 50 Year Anniversary of the church with past and present pastors and friends of the church; service is open to the public.10:30am, 4241 South 37th West Avenue, www.RedForkAG.org.

Sun., Nov. 12

WE SING THY PRAISE

The Chancel Choir will join with members of the Tulsa Symphony to perform a festival concert of sacred works, many of which are important to OK history. Free, 6pm. Boston Avenue Methodist Church, 1301 S. Boston,

583-5181.

Tue., Nov. 14

AUTHENTIC HOPE IN A FEARFUL WORLD

Public lecture by Reverend Canon Charles. $10. 7pm. Branch Theatre, Holland Hall, 5666 E. 81st.

Thu., Nov. 16

STATEHOOD PRAYER

BREAKFAST

Interfaith breakfast with a refection on how the numerous faiths in Oklahoma came to be. Ticketed event at the Greenwood Cultural Center, 322 N. Greenwood. For more info, call 583-1361.

Sat., Nov. 18

PAST LIFE WORKSHOP

Discuss and workshop about using hypnosis as a means to recall memories of previous lives on earth and in nonphysical spiritual dimensions. 9am-12pm. Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston. Pre-registration is recommended at 582-6624.

Ongoing

ADULT CHRISTIAN DANCE

Dance lessions, refreshments, and a variety of music, singles and couples are welcome, $6 per person, 8pm-11:30pm, every last Saturday of the month, St. Marks Methodist Church, 10513 E. Admiral, 745-5883.

ALTERNATIVE SUNDAY SCHOOL AND DRUM

CIRCLE

Guilt free Sunday fun for kids on a spiritual journey, Harmony Church, 9022 E. 31st, Sunday School 11am, Drum Circle 12:15pm, 665-0607, www.harmonytulsa.com.

A COURSE IN MIRACLES

Rev. Ann Marie Davis leads weekly course every Tues., 6:30pm at Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston Ave. For details 582-6624 or www.UnityofTulsa.com

CATECHETICAL CERTIFICATION

Church of the Madalene, 3188 E. 22nd St.; 2nd & 4th Sat. of each month; 9am-1pm; $6 for each module; must register one week befor the scheduled module; www.dioceseoftulsa.org.,

294-1904.

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Please join us Sundays,9:15 breakfast, fellowship, and music. 10:30 Sunday school , 11:45 contemporary worship, 35th Harvard.

MUSLIM MID-DAY PRAYERS

2pm on Fridays, on the Communal Day of Prayer. If you are non-Muslim but are interested in visiting the mosque or watching the prayers, call 851-2428. Muslim Student Association at TU, 4th & Florence.

PASTORAL STUDIES

INSTITUTE

Interested in a college degree in theology? Need a few general electives or humanities electies in your current degree program? Call the Pastoral Studies Institute for more information, 294-1904, ext. 141 or psi@dioceseoftulsa.org. The full PSI spring schedule is available at www.dioceseoftulsa.org.

RACHEL'S VINEYARD RETREATS

Catholic Charities invites anyone who suffers for the pain of an abortion to attend this confidential retreat. One need not be Catholic to attend. The next retreat starts soon. For more information contact the Catholic Charities, 585-8167, ext. 212, 877-HOPE-4-ME or www.rachelsvineyard.org.

SATURDAY NIGHTS AT ROLLING STONE CHURCH

6-7pm, The night is still young if you have plans afterward. Refill worship 7:30pm. 1-hour event including eats, music & friends. People from all walks of life are welcome rollingstonechurch.com, 918-402-5720, 1/4 mile east of 31st & Garnett

SPIRITUAL GATHERING FOR PEACE

A time for peace-makers to strengthen their spiritual resolve. Open to all faiths. Every Saturday, 6:00pm. Peace House of Tulsa, 306 S. Phoenix, 231-2514.

Sports...

Nov. 16-18

CLIFF KEEN KICK-OFF

CLASSIC

Drawing students to compete from over 35 states. Come see this at the Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. For more info, visit www.worldofwrestling-roller.com.

Fri., Nov. 17

TU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

V. South Alabama. 7pm. Reynolds Center, 11th & Harvard. For tix and info, call 631-GoTU, visit the Box Office or www.goldenhurricane.com.

Sat., Nov. 18

REAL PRO WRESTLING

QUALIFIER

Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. $5 to watch More details at www.realprowrestling.com.

Sat., Nov. 18

TU MEN'S BASKETBALL

V. Little Rock. 7:05pm. Reynolds Center, 11th & Harvard. For tix and info, call 631-GoTU, visit the Box Office or www.goldenhurricane.com.

Sat., Nov. 18

TURKEY TROT

5 & 10K runs, beginning at Shelter 3 in Mohawk Park at 8am. To register and for more info, visit www.setulsajc.org.

Mon., Nov. 20

ORU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

V. Tulsa. 7:05pm. Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. For tickets, visit the Box Office, Homeland Stores, www.tickets.com or call

495-6000.

Tue., Nov. 21

ORU MEN'S BASKETBALL

V. Lafayette. 7:05pm. Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. For tickets, visit the Box Office, Homeland Stores, www.tickets.com or call 495-6000.

Wed., Nov. 22

ORU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

V. Southern. 1:05pm. Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. For tickets, visit the Box Office, Homeland Stores, www.tickets.com or call 495-6000.

Theater/

Dance Performance

Nov. 16-19

GUYS AND DOLLS

$5-10. 8pm Nov. 10-11, 17-18; 3pm Nov. 12 & 19; 10am Nov. 16. Main Stage of TCC Southeast's PAC, 81st & Hwy. 169. For tickets, visit the Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or call 595-7777.

Nov. 16-19

I CAN'T STOP LOVING YOU

Musical revue of the life and incredible career of Ray Charles. Broadway singers and dancers, accompanied by an on-stage orchestra. $12-45. Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. Get tickets at the PAC Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or 596-7111

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Nov. 16-18, 30-Dec. 3

JULIUS CAESAR

Shakespeare's first tragedy by TU's Theatre Dept. 8pm except Dec. 3 at 2pm. $7. Kendall Hall, 5th & Florence. More info at 631-2566.

Nov. 16-18

THE OUTSIDERS

Based on the novel written by S.E. Hinton when she was a teenager growing up in Tulsa. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. Nov. 10-11 & 16-18 at 8pm and Nov. 12 & 18 at 2pm. $17.50. Get tickets at the PAC Box Office, www.myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Nov. 16-18

THE PILLOWMAN

The grim and gloomy story of a writer in an anonymous totalitarian state who is being questioned about the gruesome content of his stories and their possible connection to a series of child-murders. Mature audiences only. Shows at 8pm. $10. Nightingale Theater, 1416 E. 4th St , 557-8012.

Sat., Nov. 18

HERO: THE ROCK OPERA

Youth-oriented Christian musical starring some of the biggest names in Christian music, using dance and diverse modern music to tell the story of Jesus. 7pm. $15-25. Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis. For tix, visit the Box Office, www.tickets.com or call 495-6000.

Sat., Nov. 25

BRIAN HAAS VS. THE MASKED AVENGERS

Music and video to rock your nervous system. Plus, Super Ovum presents their latest "Girls Gone Wild Improv" episode. Doors at 7:30pm. $10. Living Arts is located at 308 S. Kenosha, 585-1234, www.livingarts.org.

Nov. 30-Dec. 9

SCROOGE

Musical version of A Christmas Carol. St. Augustine Academy, 6310 E. 30th. Ticket prices and reservations at 832-4600.

Fri., Dec. 8

INTERNATIONAL DANCE RECITAL

Local dance groups display their worldly talents, bringing a colorful palette of culture to the stage. 6:30-8:30pm. $8/person. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St., 593-1444.

Dec. 9 & 10

THE ROTHSCHILDS

Temple Israel presents entertainer Bernie Dean in the Tony-award winning musical. Sat. at 8pm for $36 w/reception. Sun. at 2pm for $18. More info at 629-9262.

Ongoing

THE DRUNKARD & THE OLIO

Running since 1953, this Tulsa tradition remains one of the best things to do on a Saturday night. Fun for the whole family. Sing-a-long starts at 7:30, curtain at 7:45pm. $12/adults, $10/seniors, $5/kids. Call 587-5030 early in the week to reserve your spot at the Spotlight Theatre. 1382 Riverside Dr.

TULSA BALLET

Celebrate Tulsa Ballet's 50th anniversary by purchasing your season package for as little as $60, and see the world premier of Oklahoma! Suite.

Call 749-6407, or visit www.tulsaballet.org for more information.