Event Listings

At The Galleries...

Thurs., May 17

ARTCAR RECEPTION

Welcome ArtCar makers & Outsider Artists as they roll into T-Town & be the first to see these cool cars. 7-9pm. Liggett Studio, 314 S. Kenosha, 585-1234.

May 17-20

MAYFEST YOUTH ART EXHIBIT

LaFortune Gallery, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. Free.

May 18-20

BE AN EMERGING ARTIST

The Blue Dome Arts Festival will let students & artists who've never show work to do so for free during the festival downtown. Rules & regulations apply. Get them at 810-0252 or bluedomeartsfestival.com.

Sat., May 19

ARTCAR CONVOY

A parade of ArtCars: 9am, Cherry St. Farmers' Market. 10am, Panera on 15th, 11am BBD on Peoria, 12pm Wild Oats on 41st.

Sat., May 19

ART BOXCAR PARADE

Watch students show off their own art cars, made from boxes! Parade at 2:30pm from Studio 310 around the Blue Dome Festival at 1st & Elgin.

Sat., May 19

COLOR CONNECTION RECPETION

Honoring the May artist Anke Dodson & showing the unique jewelry of Diane Harris. Q&A session. 1-3pm. Color Connection Gallery, Utica Square, 742-0515.

May 24-June 21

TULSA IN A PARADE OF COLOR

In celebration of Oklahoma's centennial, see Don Thompson's Polaroid color manipulated images. South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut. Free & open.

Auditions..

Sat., May 19

HONK JR. AUDITIONS

Both male & female youth are needed for this musical, which will run in Aug. Prepare 16 bars of music & be prepared for cold readings. 1pm. Clark Theatre, 11400 E. Admiral, 669-6455.

Benefits...

Thurs., May 17

SPIRIT OF COMMITMENT

Tribute dinner to benefit the Arthritis Foundation. 6pm reception & silent auction. 7pm dinner & program. Renaissance Hotel, 6808 S. 107th E. Ave. 495-3553 for more info.

Fri., May 18

BASKETBALL FOR BEAU

Basketball fundraiser for Beau Gaston, a kindergartner w/leukemia. Marquette Gym, 1519 S. Quincy. Doors at 6pm. $5/person, $15/family. Food, raffle & activities for the family. More info at 584-4631.

Sat., May 19

BENEFIT BREAKFAST

Support our troops w/an all you can eat $5 breakfast at VFW Post 577, 1109 E. 6th, 585-9148.

Sat., May 19

HAROLD'S STYLE SHOW

To benefit OASIS Adult Day Services. 10:30am-1pm. Holiday Inn Select, 5000 E. Skelly Dr. $20. Get yours at 749-6969.

Sat., May 19

SAFE PLACE RUNAWAY

5K & Fun Runs to benefit Safe Place programs. Check in at 7:30am, run at 8:30am from YST, 311 S. Madison. Register at 382-4402 or yst.org.

Book

Signing...

Fri., May 18

FRANK DEFORD

Meet sportswriter, screenwriter and author Deford, as he's scored another hit with The Entitled, a novel of athletes behaving badly. 12pm. Borders, 8015 S. Yale, 494-2665.

Children

& Family...

Sat., May 19

BLUEPRINTING: WHAT YOU KNOW BEST

After visiting the Printmakers' exhibit, kids 6-12 will learn the cyanotype process to make blueprints of found objects. 1pm. $7 ($12 w/parent). Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford, 749-7941.

Sat., May 19

'CREASE KIDS

Kids 3+ will learn to make their own self-portraits. 2pm. $8. No pre-registration required. Gilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd., 596-2700.

Sat., May 19

LI'L GREEN THUMBS & ECO-SLEUTHS

Kids 6-12 can learn about gardening, plants, the circle of life and participate in fun activities. 9am-12pm. $10/session. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria. Pre-registration is required at 746-5125.

Sat., May 19

SPLASH FESTIVAL

Rubber sea lion race, BIG prizes, live entertainment, food, & zoo docents to answer all of your curious qestions. 11am-2pm. Bass Pro Shop, Elm Exit off Hwy. 51. $10. tulsazoo.org for tickets & more info.

Wed., May 23

AQUA TOTS

Ages 3-6 (& guardian) will have a fun, learning experience at the OK Aquarium, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. $17/pair, + $7 for each extra child. 528-1514 for more info.

Cinema...

Fri., May 18

ARTCAR DRIVE-IN

Check out the ArtCars, and a double feature, at the Admiral Twin Drive-In, 7355 E. Easton. 7:15pm. Also an intermission ArtCar feature-Another Day at the Houston ArtCar parade.

Fri., May 18

AWAY FROM HER

The story of a husband & wife who are separated by the gulf of Alzheimer's. AMC Select Film at Southroads 20, 38th & Yale. Showtimes at 622-9544.

Fri., May 18

DREAMING LHASHA

A Tibetan travels to Dharamsala to make a film about the exile community, and to escape her crumbling personal life back in New York City. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. 592-FILM for showtimes.

May 18-19, 25-26

AIR GUITAR NATION

A feature documentary about air guitar sweeping the world, giving birth to rock-n-roll wannabes. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. 592-FILM for showtimes.

Sat., May 19

CHARLOTTE'S WEB

Movie on the River, West Bank Amphitheatre. Free at dusk. Concessions & jumping balloon available to bring fun for the whole family.

May 20, 22, 24

BLOCKADE & AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHER

Blockade shows Soviet archival footage of Leningrad's siege & Amateur Photgrapher tells the story of a Russian man who is an unthinking participant in mass murder. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. 592-FILM for showtimes.

Fri., May 25

WAITRESS

Jenna is a pregnant, unhappily married waitress in the deep south who meets a newcomer to her town and falls into an unlikely relationship. AMC Select Film at Southroads 20, 38th & Yale. Showtimes at 622-9544.

Now Showing

ASTRONAUT

Watch a test astronaut endure everything space has to throw at him & discover if you have what it takes to become an astronaut! TASM Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave. 834-9900 for showtimes.

CENTER CINEMA

Fridays at 7pm. Sue Welch Hall, Equality Center, 621 E. 4th. 743-4297.

MYSTIC INDIA

Watch an 11 year old boy in 1792 journey across India on his mission to become a yogi. IMAX movie at Cinemark, 71st & Hwy. 169. For showtimes, call 307-2629.

OASIS IN SPACE

This film voyage transports the audience through our universe in search of water. Bertlesmeyer Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave. 834-9900 for showtimes.

SPIDERMAN 3

All the action on IMAX for all your viewing pleasure. Cinemark IMAX, 10802 E. 71st, 307-2629.

Clubs/

Meetings

Fri., May 18

UP WITH TREES RETREAT

Planning session. 8am. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.

Tue., May 22

BROOKSIDE KNITS

Bring a knitting project & have an evening of conversation, knitting & sharing. 6:30pm. Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl., 746-5012.

Tue., May 22

SPECIAL EVENTS-TYPROS

5:30pm. Monthly meeting. McNellie's, 1st & Elgin. New members welcome. More info at typros.org.

Wed., May 23

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES- TYPROS

5:30pm. Monthly meeting. TeKei's, 16th & Utica. New members welcome. More info at typros.org.

Wed., May 23

WESTSIDE KNITS

Grab your bag, and join the knitting fun! For teens and adults. 1pm Wed., 6:30pm Mon. Zarrow Library, 2224 W.51st, 591-4366.

Comedy...

May 17-20

CHINAMAN

A comedy show with a little bit of everything. Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial. 459-1017 for showtimes, prices & reservations.

May 23-27

LAUGHS @ LOONY BIN

Come see the hilarious insights of Tracy Smith, a self-declared expert on life on the mean streets Singletown. Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial. Call 459-1017 for showtimes & reservations.

Community Calendar...

Sat., May 19

CITYWIDE PRESERVATION CELEBRATION

Food, music, fun & honoring those who work to preserve our fair city w/Mayor Taylor. 12-2pm. Centennial Park Central Center, West of Peoria on 6th. 596-2600 for more info.

Mon., May 21

PLANITULSA: OUR PLAN, OUR FUTURE

Be a part of all aspects of Tulsa's future. 6pm. Memorial High School auditorium, 5840 S. Hudson Ave. (District 7) More info at planitulsa.org.

Tue., May 22

PLANITULSA: OUR PLAN, OUR FUTURE

Be a part of all aspects of Tulsa's future. 6pm. Hardesty Regional Library Redbud Auditorium, 8316 E. 93rd St. (District 8) More info at planitulsa.org.

Wed., May 23

PLANITULSA: OUR PLAN, OUR FUTURE

Be a part of all aspects of Tulsa's future. 6pm. Tulsa Community College Northeast Campus, 3727 E. Apache St. (District 3) More info at planitulsa.org.

Community Service...

May 19-20

HELP KEEP TULSA BEAUTIFUL!

Show up & donate what time you can (btw. 9-5) & help pick up litter. Starting points are UDE, 11th & Hwy. 169, UDS, 75th & Riverside or Expo Square, Gate 12, 21st St. More info at 261-9288.

Cultural Fare...

Thurs., May 17

DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA

Candlelight vigil & lectures discussing the issues the LGBT community endures. 7pm. Equality Center, 621 E. 4th, 743-GAYS.

Mon., May 21

RECORDINGS OF AMERICAN INDIAN CULTURES

Collected by Edward C. Curtis, presented by Evan Tonsing. 7pm. Aaronson Auditorium, Central Library, 4th & Denver. More info at 494-2915.

DJ/Dance...

Sat., May 19

ALLIANCE FRANCAIS FUNDRAISER

4pm picnic & activities. Veteran's Park, 18th & Boulder. $5 pd. Reservation required at frenchalliancetulsaedu.gmail.com or 850-9914.

Sat., May 19

CUMC DANCE

With DJ Steve Sherrick. 8pm. Christ Church, 3515 S. Harvard. $7 w/childcare. More info at 742-6033.

Festivals & Carnivals...

May 17-20

MAYFEST

Live music & performers, arts, children's activities, vendors, food and more. Downtown Tulsa. Free to all! More info at tulsamayfest.org.

Sat., May 19

CRAWFEST

Hebert's Special Meats will serve Cajun food to enjoy while you listen to Jr. Hebert & The Maurice Playboys. 11am-7pm. 2021 E. 71st. To benefit Therapetics & Santa's Old Broads. More info at hebertsmeats.com.

Sat., May 19

NUYAKA CREEK WINERY FESTIVAL

12-7:30pm. $5 souvenir wine glass allows you to taste all the wines. Also local arts & crafts, music, vineyard tours & more! Nuyakacreek.com for more info & map to Bristow.

Sat., May 19-20

RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

Loads of Renaissance performers, artisans, comedians, street musicians & costumed crowds. $5-11. OKCastle.com or at the gate. Castle of Muskogee (800) 439-0658. Weekends in May and Memorial Day

Flora & Fauna...

Thurs., May 17

BROWN BAG LECTURE

On Irises. 12pm. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.

Thurs., May 17

WATER IN THE GARDEN

Join a book discussion meeting on the book by James Allison. 12pm. Bring lunch if you like. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria. More info at 746-5125.

Sat., May 19

ANNUALS & PERINNIALS SEMINAR

9am-12pm. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.

Sat., May 19

TULSA ROSE SOCIETY SHOW

12-5pm. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.

Mon., May 21

CENTENNIAL SEMINAR

7-9pm. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.

Tue., May 22

ANNUALS THE EASY WAY

5:30pm. Horticulture class at the OSU-Extension Center, 4116 E. 15th, 746-3700.

Health & Well Being...

Sat., May 19

GLUTEN-FREE TOUR

To take the guesswork out of your gluten-free shopping, this store tour will identify the foods you can eat safely. Space is limited. 10am. Wild Oats, 1401 E. 41st, 712-7555.

Sat., May 19

LET'S GET FIT TOGETHER

Sample nutrition & fitness products that help you get in shape at any Akin's location. More info at 664-2136 x161.

Tue., May 22

LEG PAIN SEMINAR

Free seminar on treatments, meds & alternatives to manage pain. 1pm. Limited seating. St. John. 744-0123 for reservations & location details.

Wed., May 23

CONTROLLING CANDIDA

Learn about the causes of Candida overgrowth and some of the natural interventions that can help get the yeast back under control. 7pm. Wild Oats, 1401 E. 41st, 712-7555.

Lectures/

Workshops

Thurs., May 17

FOUNDATION GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALS

What are foundations and who/what do they fund? Learn to locate grants using valuable Internet sources. 1:30pm. Central Library, 4th & Denver. Pre-registration is required & limited at 596-7940.

Thurs., May 17

MASTERING THE ART OF LIVING

AMA Lunceion w/OU's Women's Basketabll Coach, Sherri Coale. Embassy Suites, 3332 S. 79th E. Ave. 11:30am. $25/nonmembers. RSVP to amatulsa.com or 748-1966.

Thurs., May 17

SUCCESS SUMMIT

With Brian Tracy at the Renaissance Hotel, 6808 S. 107th E. Ave. More info at briantracy.com or 232-6976.

Fri., May 18

FRANK DEFORD

Author presents 'The Hype & The Hypocrisy.' 10:30am. Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. Tickets sold through Tulsa Town Hall at 749-5965.

Fri., May 18

PAGE ONE LUNCHEON

State chamber reps Ike Glass & Dick Rush will speak on the impact of 2007's session on local businesses. Tulsa Press Club, 415 S. Boston. Lunch starts 11:15am. 583-7737 for more info & RSVP.

Sat., May 19

PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

Carl Gregory, co-author of "The Oklahoma Aviation Story," will speak at 10:30am, model trains & Model Ts will be on display. $6/adults, $3/kids. 3 Rivers Museum of Muskogee. 686-6624 or 3riversmuseum.com for more info.

Mon., May 21

BETCHA DIDN'T KNOW

Fascinating facts everyone should know about 9/11 w/group discussion. 7pm. Hardesty Library, 93rd & Memorial, 298-0703 for more info.

Mon., May 21

GOOD START BREASTFEEDING

Learn the mechanics of breastfeeding & how to make it work for you. 6:30pm. $20. St. John, Owasso. More info at 744-0123.

Mon., May 21

GRIEF EDUCATION

Professionals will be using expressive therapy to work with grief and emotional pain. 12pm. Free. Grace Hospice, 6400 S. Lewis, 744-7223.

Tue., May 22

PAGE ONE LUNCHEON

Dan Schiedel, GM of RSU TV will speak on the future of public TV at the Tulsa Press Club, 415 S. Boston. Lunch starts 11:15am. 583-7737 for more info & RSVP.

Tue., May 22

TYPROS UNPLUGGED

Rescheduled event w/PGA Tournament Director, Ryan Jordan. 6pm. Free. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria. RSVP to 560-0286.

Mixed Bag...

May 17-20

FAN ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA

4 lectures on hand fans, members' fan sale & auction. Public welcome. Memberships available at the door. Doubletree Downtown, 717 W. 7th. More info at 299-4037.

Sat., May 19

JDS CARD COMPETITIONS

Tulsa Convention Center, 7th & Houston. More info w/Jim Shurman at (941) 591-9771.

Sun., May 20

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Memorial Service. 3pm. Sojourn Care, 9910 E. 42nd. Call Brigid at 492-8799 to have a pic of your loved one included in the slide show.

Sun., May 20

GARDEN PARTY ON THE LAWN

Dedication of the Vintage Garden at the Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria. 3-5pm. 712-9484 for more info.

Tue., May 22

HOLD THE PHONE

Live phone conversations with authors Anita Diamant and Tom Perrotta. 7pm. Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32nd Pl., 746-5024.

Music...

Thurs., May 17

ANDY GRIGGS

Country sensation will play a free show at the 3rd & Boston stage of Mayfest in downtown Tulsa. Complete lineup & schedule at tulsamayfest.org.

Thurs., May 17

INSANE CLOWN POSSE

Hop around with ICP & Twiztid. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors at 6pm. $34.50/adv. at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's or gettix.net.

Thurs., May 17

SHOOTER JENNINGS

See Waylon's son & A.D.D. perform at Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors at 7pm. $18/adv at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's or gettix.net.

Thurs., May 17

WENDY NICHOLS

Free concert (w/94.1 remote broadcasting) at the RiverWalk Crossing Amphitheatre, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. 8-10pm.

May 17-20

MAYFEST MUSIC!

Come see a plethora of Tulsa's favorite eclectic and local bands as they perform for free at Mayfest on stages at 5th & Main, 3rd & Boston, 4th & Boston.

Fri., May 18

CREDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED

W/Big Bad Bubba. Cherokee Casino, off I-244 at 193rd St. Exit. Doors at 6pm. $25-50 at the Box Office, Reasor's stores or gettix.net.

Fri., May 18

EDINBERG

Free concert w/ Tiger Eye Lily and Waiting On One. RiverWalk Crossing Amphitheatre, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. 8-10pm.

Fri., May 18

STEVE AZAR

He'll bring you a little honky-tonikin country music for free on the 3rd & Boston stage of Mayfest in downtown Tulsa. Complete lineup & schedule at tulsamayfest.org.

May 18-20

ONE HEART IN RHYTHM

African Drumming and Dance workshop that culminates in a performance at Mayfest. Or just drum on Fri. for $25. Details at livingarts.org.

Sat., May 19

ARTCAR PARTY THANG

Party with the ArtCars & their creators at the RoadHouse behind the Blue Dome Diner near 2nd & Elgin. Music by MilkTruck, Sam & the Stylees, Tribe of Souls, Giraffe. $5.

Sat., May 19

CHEROKEE HERITAGE GOSPEL SING

Free concert & hog fry from 3-8pm. Songs in both Cherokee & English. Cherokee Heritage Center, Willis Rd., Tahlequah. (888) 9996007 or CherokeeHeritage.org.

Sat., May 19

THE EDGE BIRTHDAY BASH

W/Gravity Kills,, Failsafe & Radio Radio. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors at 7pm. $20/adv. at the Box Office, Starship Records, Reasor's or gettix.net.

Sat., May 19

SUNDOG

Free concert at the RiverWalk Crossing Amphitheatre, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. 8-10pm.

Sat., May 19

TSO SEASON FINALE

Tulsa Symphony Orchestra will play pieces by Bach, Barber, Respighi and Tchaikovsky. 7:30pm. Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. $5-60 at the Box Office, myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Sat., May 19

WAYMAN TISDALE

Tulsa's own jazz star will give a free concert on the 3rd & Boston stage of Mayfest in downtown Tulsa. Complete lineup & schedule at tulsamayfest.org.

Sat., May 19

WORMY DOG SPRING JAM III

W/ Randy Rogers Band and more. Zoo Amphitheater, Oklahoma City. Get tickets at zooamphitheater.com or (800) 511-1552.

Sun., May 20

LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ

Come see Edison's Screaming Eagles & Verdigris Jazz Combo in a display of extraordinary talent. Greenwood Cultural Center, 322 N. Greenwood. 5pm. $3-10 at 596-1001 or okjazz.org.

Tue., May 22

SPRING RAGTIME CONCERT

Nan Bostick & Terry Parrish will school us in some of the best rag tunes from old times. 7:30pm. Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. $10-18 at the Box Office, myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Wed., May 23

SALUTE TO THE HYECHKA CLUB

Tribute to Tulsa's oldest musical organization w/a variety of musical performers. Free. 12:10pm. Central Library, 4th & Denver.

Poetry/

Writing...

Fri., May 18

INCLUSION!

The fusion of poetry and music at Peace House, 306 S. Phoenix. 9pm. Admission by donation. 231-2514 for more info.

Singles...

Wed., June 6

PREDATING PARTY

Cupid.com party based on the hot, new, exciting way for singles to meet. 7pm. C-Note Piano Lounge, Cherokee Casino, Catoosa off I-244. More info at 521-6919.

Spiritual...

Thru May 25

RACHEL'S VINEYARD RETREAT

Offering healing & forgiveness in a retreat setting, Jun. 1-3. rachelsvineyard.org or 585-8167 x212 for more info.

Sports...

May 17-20

TULSA DRILLERS

V. Springfield Cardinals. 7pm, except 2pm Sun. Drillers Stadium, 15th & Yale. Get tickets at the Box Office, tulsadrillers.com or 744-5901.

Fri., May 18

TULSA GOLF CLASSIC

To benefit American Cancer Society. 8:30am. Cherokee Hills Golf Club, 777 W. Cherokee, Catoosa. 477-5418 for complete details.

May 18-20

CENTRAL MOTORCYCLE RACING

Hallett Racing Circuit, Exit 99 on Cimarron Turnpike West. $10-20, kids under 12 free. hallettracing.net or 583-1134 for more info.

Sat., May 19

ADUDDELL 5-MILE RIVERSIDE RUN

Race will run from 61st to 11th and Riverside. To benefit the Tulsa Running Club. 491-4524 for more details.

May 19-22

BARTLETT REGATTA FESTIVITIES

Arrowhead Yacht Club, Grand Lake. To benefit the Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges. More info at 584-8607.

May 19-20

TOMA SPORTS FINALE

Mustang Arena, Tulsa Expo Square, 15th btw. Harvard & Yale. More info at 371-2501.

May 19-20

USDF REGIONAL 9 DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Ford Truck Arena, Tulsa Expo Square, 15th btw. Harvard & Yale. More info at 335-2683.

Sun., May 20

GREEN COUNTRY ROLLER GRILS

V. Ft. Smith River Valley. 1st home bout! Broken Arrow Roller Sports, 551 W. Oakland Pl. $11 at greencountryrollergirls.com or $12 at the door. Doors at 6pm.

May 22-23

TRAINING RACES

6pm. Fair Meadows Track, Tulsa Expo Square, 21st btw. Harvard & Yale. More info at 744-6999.

Theater/

Dance Performance

May 17-20

THE THREE FAIRY GODMOTHERS

A fairy tale spoof by some of Tulsa's most talented young actors. 7:30pm, w/exception of 2pm on Sun. Clark Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral. 669-6455 for more info & reservations.

May 18-19

BIG BEEF

A satirical look at politics, religion and American culture as seen through the eyes of the Every Tulsan. See you at the meating! 8pm. Nightingale Theatre, 1416 E. 4th, 633-8666.

May 18-19

RECLAMATIONS

Monica Huggins Dance Theatre will performs several premiers, including Finding Reclamation, Lessons & We Want the Funk. 8pm. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. $10 at the Box Office, myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Sun., May 20

OKLAHOMA PERFORMING ARTS

Free dance performance at the RiverWalk Crossing Amphitheatre, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. 2pm.

Sun., May 20

TULSA BALLET STUDENT PERFORMANCES

TCC Southeast's PAC, 81st & Hwy. 169. 2pm show free. 7pm show $10. Get tickets at the Tulsa Ballet Office, 749-6407.