Guide to Summer, Part II

Last week we officially welcomed the summer season with our annual listing of things to do around and about this special Centennial Solstice.

This week, we continue delivering an exhausting sampling of places to go and things to do around town and stateside.

Getting Warmer

Fri., June 15

Plymouth Time Capsule Unearthed

Tell me if you've heard this one before. Fifty years ago, in an event called Tulsarama!, celebrating the state's 50th birthday, Tulsans buried a 1957 Plymouth Belvedere under what is now the Tulsa County Courthouse, at 500 S. Denver. It was filled with goodies from the past to show us what Tulsa was like 50 years ago. At noon today, the car will be unearthed and its contents emptied into the Tulsa Convention Center arena for a 6:30pm unveiling. Definitely something you don't want to miss! To learn more, go to www.buriedcar.com.

Fri., June 15

Waltz on the Wild Side

The Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum, 6421 E. 36th St. N., will be closed all day for this special event, benefiting the Growing Wild! Capital Campaign. Enjoy fine food, elegant drinks and a very unique atmosphere from 7pm-11pm. For more information and tickets call 669-6608 or visit www.tulsazoo.org.

Sat., June 16

Tulsa Talons

The Tulsa Talons take on Green Bay at 7pm at the Tulsa Convention Center, downtown near 7th and Houston (100 Civic Center). For more information, head to www.tulsatalons.com.

June 17-20

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Wichita Wranglers. Games start at 4pm Sunday, 7pm Monday and Tuesday and 12pm Wednesday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

Tue., June 19

Starlight Band Concert

Enjoy music under the stars when the Jazz Band performs in a free concert on the West Bank Amphitheatre (2100 South Jackson Ave) on the Arkansas River at 8pm. Program should last about two hours and patrons are encouraged to bring their own seating and concessions. Concessions will also be available for purchase.

Tue., June 19

"A Decade in the Shade: Tuesdays Turns 10"

The Tuesdays in the Park Concert Series continues this summer in Broken Arrow with free concerts every Tuesday at 7pm at Central Park, 1500 S. Main. Tonight's country music performance is by Oklahoma Balladeer Les Gilliam and his Silver Lakes Band. For more information, go to www.brokenarrowok.gov.

Thurs., June 21

Swinging with the Kids

The Jazz Hall of Fame's festivities sixth annual golf classic is scheduled this year at Cherokee Hills Golf Club in Catoosa. All proceeds will go to the Hall's student scholarship program and the event will begin with a shotgun start at 8:30am. For more info, visit www.okjazz.org.

Sat., June 23

Oklahoma Music and JazzFest

This summer's concert, hosted by the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, will be held on the promenade outside of the new Jazz Depot building at 1st and Cincinnati, beginning at 6pm. JazzFest free event and features performances by Jazz Hall inductee Glenn R. R Townsend with David Skinner and Junior Markham, WallStreet's tribute to the Motown sound, Harmonious Monk and headliner Grady Nichols.

Tue., June 26

Starlight Band Concert

River Parks presents this free concert of showtunes, symphony music and popular hits on the West Bank Amphitheatre (2100 South Jackson Ave) on the Arkansas River at 8pm. Bring seating, food and drink and the family.

Tue., June 26

"A Decade in the Shade: Tuesdays Turns 10"

The Tuesdays in the Park Concert Series continues this summer in Broken Arrow with free concerts every Tuesday at 7pm at Central Park, 1500 S. Main. Tonight's rock'n'roll performance is by Mid-Life Crisis Band. For more information, go to www.brokenarrowok.gov.

June 27-29

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the San Antonio Missions. Games begin at 7pm. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

June 28-30

Jazz in June

This three-evening summer concert series in Norman is part of a 24-year tradition of bringing Oklahoma and national jazz and blues artists to the public for free. Concerts begin at 7pm each night with open jazz jam sessions following each. To find out more about the performers and locations of the concerts, call 405-325-3110 or go to jazzinjune.org.

June 30-July 2

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Games are at 7pm Saturday & Monday and 6pm Sunday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

July

Wed., July 4

Tulsa Salutes Freedom

Celebrate Fourth of July with Tulsa's 33rd annual free fireworks display -- the largest free display in Oklahoma! There will also be three different entertainment venues, corporate picnics and activities for the whole family. The day-long celebration will culminate at dusk with the fireworks display. Call River Parks at 596-2001 for more information.

Tue., July 10

Starlight Band Concert

The series continues at 8pm at the West Ban Amphitheatre (2100 South Jackson Ave) on the Arkansas River at 8pm. Bring seating, food and drink and the family.

July 11-14

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Arkansas Travelers. Games are at 7pm. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

July 13-14

The Art of Barbeque

This is the 10th annual fundraiser for the Arts and Humanities Council of Tulsa and includes more than 75 teams cooking up and serving some delicious barbeque at the OU-Tulsa Schusterman Campus, 41st St. & S. Yale Ave. Come out and have a taste! For more information, call 584-3333 or go to www.ahct.org/artofbbq.

July 15-18

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Springfield Cardinals. All games are at 7pm, except 6pm Sunday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

Sat., July 16

Tulsa Talons

The Tulsa Talons take on the OKC Yard Dawgz at 7pm at the Tulsa Convention Center, downtown near 7th and Houston (100 Civic Center). For more information, head to www.tulsatalons.com.

Tue., July 17

Starlight Band Concert

The series continues at 8pm at the West Ban Amphitheatre (2100 South Jackson Ave) on the Arkansas River at 8pm. Bring seating, food and drink and the family.

Tue., July 24

Starlight Band Concert

The series continues at 8pm at the West Ban Amphitheatre (2100 South Jackson Ave) on the Arkansas River at 8pm. Bring seating, food and drink and the family.

July 27-28

Diversafest

Spanning over 20 genres of music across 11 stages, Defest is a two-day festival, providing emerging artists an opportunity to showcase their talent, with numerous representatives of the music industry in attendance. Dfest will bring approximately 30,000 music fans to downtown Tulsa for the sounds of more than 130 bands from throughout the region. Headlining the show are Flaming Lips and Leon Russel. For information and tickets, go to www.dfest.com.

Sat., July 28

Tulsa Talons

The Tulsa Talons take on South Georgia at 7pm at the Tulsa Convention Center, downtown near 7th and Houston (100 Civic Center). For more information, head to www.tulsatalons.com.

July 31-Aug. 2

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Wichita Wranglers. All games begin at 7pm. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

August

Aug. 3-6

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Springfield Cardinals. All games are at 7pm, except 4pm Sunday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

August 6-12

2007 PGA Championship

That's right, folks. History is being made as the 89th annual PGA Championship Tournament is held at Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Tickets start out at only $30 per day, so there's no reason why you couldn't see it for yourself! Visit www.southernhillscc.com for more information.

Aug. 15-17

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Frisco RoughRiders. Games begin at 7pm. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

Sat., Aug. 18

Hot Night in August on the Bridge

The third annual Hot Night in August Car & Truck Show at the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks, 300 Aquarium Drive, from 5 to 10pm. Dash Plaques and goodie bags for the first 100 entries. For more information and to register, go to www.jenkschamber.com.

Sat., Aug. 18

Jazz & Blues Heritage Festival

This free music festival happens every year downtown at the corner of "Jazz and Blues" (Greenwood and Archer) in the Greenwood District. The event includes lots of live music by local jazz and blues legends as well as food and family entertainment, from 6pm to 12:30am. For more information, call 585-2084.

Aug. 18-20

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Midland RockHounds. Games are at 7pm, except 6pm Sunday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

August 24-26

Green Country RV Show and Sale

Ready to get out of town for a while? Drive in style in a brand new recreational vehicle. The show is at Expo Square Expo Center Upper Level, 4145 E. 21st St. For more info, go to www.exposquare.com.

Aug. 28-31

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Arkansas Travelers. Games are at 7pm. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

September -- Yes, September is still considered summer. We like to stretch it out as long as possible.

Sept. 1-3

Tulsa Drillers

Head out to Drillers Stadium, 21st and Yale, to see the hometown boys take on the Wichita Wranglers. Games are at 7pm Saturday, 6pm Sunday and 12pm Monday. For more info and to get to know the players, visit www.tulsadrillers.com.

Sept. 7-9

Tulsa House Beautiful Show

Meander through hundreds of booths at Expo Square Expo Center Upper Level (21st and Yale) to find just the right décor, furnishings, accessories and landscaping ideals to make your house your dream home. For more information go to www.exposquare.com.

Sept. 20-22

Annual Greek Holiday

Tulsa's oldest ethnic festival includes authentic Greek food and pastries, music, dancing, imported gifts, church tours and exhibits and is at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1222 S. Guthrie Ave. For more information, go to www.holytrinity.ok.goarch.org.

Sat., Sept. 15

Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Celebration

Seven miles northwest of downtown Tulsa, there are 215 acres of land on Persimmon Ridge in the Cross Timbers preserved for its historical and ecological significance as part of the Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden/Research and Education Center. Today there will be a special celebration at the garden, 5323 W. 31st St. North, with events and activities for all ages. To get more details, go to oklahomacentennialbotanicalgarden.com.

Sat., Sept. 22

Brookside Artzz

The yearly Brookside Artzz is and arts festival that stretches the length of Brookside (Peoria between about 32nd and 41st Streets), with tons of local artists showing and selling their work. For more information about the festival, go to www.shopbrookside.com.

Sept. 27-Oct 7

Tulsa State Fair

Aah, the fair... that time of year when Tulsans gather together at the Fairgrounds (4145 E. 21st St.) to celebrate art, music, games, livestock and fried food. For details and a day-by-day schedule, go to www.tulsastatefair.com.

Staying Cool

Can't handle the heat? Get inside! Check out the calendar below for indoor summertime activities to keep you cool.

Wed., June 20

Jazz Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Gala

The 19th annual Induction Banquet Gala will be held at the Downtown Doubletree Hotel June 20. The black-tie scholarship fundraiser and reception begins at 6pm, followed by dinner at 7pm and the awards ceremony at 8pm. The evening's music will be provided by the Donald Ryan Quartet and Verdegris High School Jazz Quartet.

June 21-July 13

Sweeney Todd

Light Opera Oklahoma presents Stephen Sondheim's "bloody musical thriller" about a baker and a barber who make the worst meat pies in London. These two are the naughtiest of LOOK's badly behaved men series. Performances are held in the Williams Theater of the PAC.

June 28-July 14

Naughty Marietta

LOOK's finale presentation, written by Victor Herbert and Rita Young, is about a princess who trades places with her maid to get out of an arranged marriage. Performed in the Williams Theater of the PAC. Get tickets and information at www.lightoperaok.org.

July

July 6-15

Jesus Christ Superstar

Presented by Grace Ann Productions, Andrew Lloyd Webber's modern rock musical chronicles the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth as seen through the disillusioned eyes of his disciple, Judas Iscariot. Go to www.grace-ann.com for more information.

July 10-15

Monty Python's Spamalot

Lovingly ripped off the movie Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot is the version of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table you haven't heard before. Presented by Celebrity Attractions and staged at Chapman Music Hall at the Tulsa PAC.

July 20-22

An Affair of the Heart-Tulsa

An Affair of the Heart, which happens twice yearly in both Tulsa and Oklahoma City is an expo primarily for women, showcasing crafts, clothing, accessories, home furnishings, beauty products and more. Everything you need under one roof! Meander through hundreds of booths at the Expo Hall at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. For more information, go to www.aaoth.com.

July 20-22

Tulsa Indian Club Powwow

The Tulsa Powwow, now in its 55th year, is a celebration of Oklahoma's Native American heritage as well as a contest for men and women, boys and girls in different powwow styles. The three-day event will be at the Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. For more information, visit www.tulsapowwow.org.