At The
Galleries...
Thurs., Oct. 11
NEXT/NOW ART SHOW
Art from members of TYPros, 6-9pm at Artifacts Gallery, 819 E. 3rd St. appetizers will be served, free, RSVP at Chrisoden@tulsachamber.com or typros.org.
Thurs., Oct. 11
RED HEAT LECTURE
Artist Deborah Kahn lectures at 4pm in Phillips Hall, Room 211, University of Tulsa, 600 S. College Ave. Free and open. Call 631-2739.
Fri., Oct. 12
OKLAHOMA'S RADICAL ROOTS
Gallery talk with Jenk Jones, local, award-winning journalist and retired newspaper editor. Free. Gallery 18, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. 596-2700.
Thurs., Oct. 18
CERAMICS LECTURE
Artist Oliver Herring at 7pm in the Lorton Lecture Hall, University of Tulsa, 600 S. College Ave. Free and open. Call 631-2739.
Fri., Oct. 19
WILD AND WACKY YEARS
With Jenk Jones, local award-winning journalist and retired newspaper editor. Gilcrease Museum Gallery 18, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. Free. 596-2700.
Oct. 26-Sep. 2008
TULSA IN THE ROARING TWENTIES
Features artifacts and photographs of the changes in the Oil Capital of the World at Tulsa's History Museum, 2445 S. Peoria. 10am-4pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Call 712-9484 or tulsahistory.org.
Ongoing
1776-1876: A CENTURY OF AMERICAN HISTORY IN ART
Rare documents and historical art. Cilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. 596-1400, wwww.gilcrease.org. Thru Dec. 31.
ADULT ART CLASSES
Ages 16+. 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd., 596-2737 for details.
A.M. DISTEFANO STUDIO/GALLERY
Reasonably priced art, pure abstractions. 1505 E. 11th. Call 704-1471 for hours and details.
ART AND DESIGN OF OLINKA HRDY
Constructivism, art deco and Czech folk art at Price Tower Arts Center, 510 Dewey Ave., Bartlesville, $4, 336-4949 or pricetower.org. Thru Jan. 13.
ART DOESNT WHISPER
An exhibition of new works by gallery artists. Opening reception 5-8pm at Joseph Gierek Fine Art, 1512 E. 15th St. Call 592-5432 or gierek.com. Thru Oct. 20.
BERYLE FORD PHOTOS
The theme from the collection is schools of Tulsa. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria. 712-9484 or go to tulsahistory.org.
BROOKE APKER KNIGHT
Native Tulsan showcases fine art, graphic design, and silkscreen. PAC Gallery, 2nd & Cincinnati, M-F 10am to 5:30pm & during Chapman Music Hall Events. Free. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111. Thru Oct. 28.
CHARLES BANKS WILSON: AN OKLAHOMA LIFE IN ART
Artworks from private collections and several new paintings that have never been in public view. Gilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. Call 596-2700 or Gilcrease.org. Thru March 9.
DOUG BAUER
Oil paintings by local Tulsa artist Doug Bauer. Frame Maker Gallery, 6201 E. 61st St., 492-4567, Tue-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-4pm. framemakergallery.com.
FLASHBACK '57: TULSARAMA & THE BURIED BELVEDERE
This exhibit allows everyone to see the items in the time capsule, plus other artifacts and images from 1957. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria. Call 712-9484 or go to tulsahostory.org.
FOCUS 4: LUCY GUNNING
The filmmaker's new work will be unveiled at Philbrook museum, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. Call 749-7941 or Philbrook.org. Thru Dec. 30.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Photo art quilts and three-dimensional photo-fiber constructions by Elia Woods. Tulsa Artists Coalition Gallery, 9 E. Brady. Thru Oct. 27.
FREE ART!
Thanks to a grant from the Oklahoma Arts Council, everyone can enjoy free visits to Philbrook Museum from 5-8pm every Thursday. 2727 S. Rockford Rd., 748-5309.
GILCREASE ART STUDIOS
Emphasizing a different medium each session, classes combine media introduction and material application for adults. Saturdays. $85 per session. Call 596-2700 to register. Thru Oct. 20.
GLASSBLOWING CLASS
Adults and kids 14 and over can make their own flower at the Tulsa Gathering Place, 19 E. Brady. Create a flower for $25 and pick it up the next day. Call 582-4527 or go to tulsagatheringplace.com for more info.
HOLY/OIL
Installation by WaKOW! Collective. Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha. Thru Oct. 25.
LIFE PAINTING
With Kessie Noel. Free live model every other Thursday (alternate male & female models). Come in & watch or bring your supplies & participate. Club 209 at Brady & Boulder.
LOCAL GLASSBLOWERS
Featuring new styles of vases, platters and other glass art objects. New works created daily. Tulsa Gathering Place, 19 E. Brady; 582-4527.
OIL PAINTING
Learn the art of oil painting. First Mondays of every month, 12-4pm. $25/class. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 593-1444 for more info and enrollment.
OKLAHOMA ARTISTS: A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Charles Banks Wilson and Alexandre Hogue at Pierson Gallery, 1307-1311 E. 15th St, hours are Tues.-Fri., 9:30am-5:30pm and Sat., 10am-4pm. Call 584-2440 or piersongallery.com. Thru Nov. 10.
OKLAHOMA POLITICS AND CONGRESS
Learn about the people who represented the Sooner State in Congress. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria, 712-9484, tulsahistory.org.
OUT OF THE CLOSET
Meet-the-artist reception, 6-9pm, at The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th St. call 743-4297 or okeq.org. Thru Oct. 31.
PAINT AT PHILBROOK
Take advantage of Philbrook's beautiful gardens and landscaping. Set up your easel and let inspiration take its course. Call 748-5309 for more information or go to philbrook.org.
PHILBROOK GARDENS
Walking audio tour with history of the Phillips home, family and gardens. Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. 748-5309, philbrook.org.
POTTERY CLASSES
Adult and kid's classes and studio space. Third Street Clayworks, 1001 E. 3rd St.; 585-CLAY.
RED HEAT
Contemporary works in clay by Judy Onofrio. Alexandre Hogue Gallery, University of Tulsa, 600 S. College Ave. Free and open. Call 631-2739. Thru Oct. 26.
TRADITIONAL POTTERY CLASSES
Taught by Crystal Hanna at Gilcrease Museum. 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Road. Thursdays, 6:30-9pm. Tuition is $120 with materials. Call 596-2700 or visit www.gilcrease.org for more info.
TULSA IN A PARADE OF COLOR
An exhibit of local photography by Don Thompson at the Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria Ave. 712-1939 or tulsahistory.org. Thru Nov. 15.
Auditions..
Oct. 11-20
AUDITIONS
The American Indian Theatre Co. is casting, "The Song of Winter." Need 1 male from 30-40 yrs and 1 male 50-65 yrs. for an audition call 712-7543 between 10am-6pm.
Ongoing
BLUES SOCIETY CALL FOR ENTRIES
Battle of the blues bands, a regional qualifier for the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Entry forms and more information at bluessocietyoftulsa.com. Entry Deadline is Oct. 1.
CALLING ALL PSYCHICS
Book researcher wants to interview people from the Tulsa area who have strong intuitive ability. If this describes you, call Mary Ann Bohrer, 917-941-9907 or send an email to mabet@att.net.
CHORUS
The Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus, rehearsals, auditions for singers and performers, 7-10pm Monday, Union Intermediate High Scool, 7616 S. Garnett.
DOWNTOWN VARIETY SHOW
Now Interviewing Talent. Call 521-3299.
TULSA OPERA CHORUS AUDITIONS
Must read music. Positions paid. More info & audition scheduling at Mr. Protopapas, 582-4035, x 19.
Benefits...
Thurs., Oct. 11
FIRST DRAFT
The Press Club's annual fundraiser offers samples of 40 craft beers. 5-8pm. 415 S. Boston. $35 at the door. Call 581-8450 for info.
Thurs., Oct. 11
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S HALL OF FAME
Annual fundraiser will be held at Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st. This event recognizes Tulsans for their civic and philanthropic leadership. For info, call 712-9484.
Fri., Oct. 12
BREAST IMPRESSIONS GALA
And live auction to support Tulsa Project Woman at Escargot's 724 S. Main St. 6:30pm, $40, go to breastimpressions.com.
Fri., Oct. 12
AN EVENING OF WINE & ROSES
A celebration of wine and food, 7:30-10pm, in the Tulsa Municipal Rose Garden, 21st and Peoria. $60 for members/ $75 non-members. Call Tulsa Garden Center, 746-5125, or go to tulsagardencenter.com.
Sat., Oct. 13
DIABETES WALK
Step Out to Fight Diabetes Walk, raising funds for the prevention and cure of diabetes. 9am registration, 10am walk at LaFortune Park, 61 and Yale, call 492-3839.
Sat., Oct. 13
HURRICANE MASON AT SAFARI'S
This fundraiser/party benefits Safari's Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary, 26881 E. 58th St. noon, $15, go to safarissanctuary.org or call 853-6516.
Thurs., Oct. 18
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS BUNCO-RAMA
Fundraiser to support projects of the Blue Star Mothers. 7-9pm. Broken Arrow Roller Sports, 551 W. Oakland. $10 entry. babluestar.org for more info.
Ongoing
FEEDING THE PEOPLE
The Lord's Kitchen, 6849 S. Peoria Ave., serves a free dinner every Fri., 4-10:30pm, plus games and music. Call Gina at 488-9645 ext.8.
FOOD DRIVE
Donate five non-perishable food items and earn a special gift. Items must be turned in at the Million Dollar Club at Osage Million Dollar Elm Casino, 951 W. 36th St. N. Call 699-7777 or go to milliondollarelm.com. Thru Oct. 31
Book
Signing...
Centennial Events...
Oct. 12-13
RAGTIME CONNECTIONS
Centennial Ragtime Festival. $15. Student tickets before Oct. 1 from Ragtime for Tulsa, 2121 E. 51st Street, Suite 112. Williams Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Sun., Oct. 14
CENTENNIAL PARADE
The two mile-long route begins near Stage Center, at W. Sheridan and N. Hudson Ave. at 2pm, downtown OKC. Go to okcentennialparade.com.
Children
& Family...
Oct. 11-Jan. 20
AIR PLAY
Hands-on exhibit at Tulsa Air and Space Museum, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave., for children ages three-13, $4-$6, TulsaAirAndSpaceMuseum.com or call 834-9900.
Sat., Oct. 13
FAMILY ARTS
Free family event: games, food, live music, student art, at 510 Dewey Ave. Bartlesville, 11am-2pm, register at www.pricetower.org.
Tue., Oct. 16
BOARD GAMES
Teen Read Week sponsors chess, checkers, Risk, Uno, and more, for ages 11-14, 3:30-4:45pm, at Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st St. pre-register, 596-2466.
Tue., Oct. 16
TOWER TOTS
ArKIDtecture morning story and art activity hour for children ages 3 to 6. Free. 510 Dewey Ave. Bartlesville, 10am-11am. Register at pricetower.org.
Wed., Oct. 17
DUCK TAPE UNIVERSITY
Think you know duct tape? Put your skills to the test, ages 12-18,. 3:30pm-4:30pm. Broken Arrow Library, 300 W. Broadway, Broken Arrow, pre-register, 251-5359.
Ongoing
ADVANCED LI'L BIT TAE KWON DO
Tue. & Thu., 6-6:45pm, $90, Ages 5-7. Parental involvement encouraged but not required. Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl., 746-5053
ALL-STAR TUMBLING & STUNTS
All skill levels through high school age can improve flexibility, strength, self-confidence & physical ability. Sat., 10am, 11am & 12pm. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. 296-0425 for registration.
AQUATOTS
Program includes story time, puppet shows, crafts, songs and games. Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Dr., 96th St. Bridge and Arkansas River, Jenks; 528-1504, www.okaquarium.org.
BILINGUAL STORYTIME
Stories, songs and finger plays in Spanish & English. Ages 3-5. 10:30am Mondays. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett, 669-6340.
CHILDREN & TEEN ART CLASSES
Afterschool art classes, Heidi Contreras Art Institute, Southminster Presbyterian, 3500 S. Peoria, 627-5924.
CONFIDENT KIDS
Fri 6-9pm. Helping kids recover from hurts using coping skills. Southern Hills Baptist, 5590 S. Lewis, 743-8897.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Books, music, rhymes, songs, and chants. For newborns to 3-year-olds and their caregivers. Thursdays, Helmerich Library. 10:15-10:30am. 596-2466.
KIDS' SEQUOYAH BOOK CLUB
For grades 3-5. 4-4:45pm. Broken Arrow Library, 300 W. Broadway. Call 251-5359 for book title and more info.
MARVELOUS MONDAY STORIES
Join Ms. Karen for stories and other fun activities. Ages 3-5. Hardesty Regional Library. 250-7307
MOMMY & ME PRESCHOOL ART
Fun art projects for 3-5 year-olds and their caregivers. Wed., 10:30-11:15am. $15/session. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, Bixby. Call 746-3780 for details.
MONTESSORI-BASED PRE-K
Holy Family Cathedral School, Tulsa's only center-city grade school is now enrolling for the 2007-2008 school year. Class sizes are small. Before school and after school care are available. Located at 8th & Boulder. Details at 582-0422.
MUSIC TOGETHER
Barthelmes Conservatory will offer a music and movement program for children, newborn-age 5, and the adults who love them. For more info, visit tulsaconservatory.com or call 794-0330.
MY FIRST STORYTIME
For newborn-2-year-olds and their caregivers. Various times and locations. Call 596-7977 or visit www.tulsalibrary.org for the storytime most convenient for you!
PLAY READING
Reading a variety of both classic and youth oriented plays. Every Sat. 11-12pm, $20, Clark Youth Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral Pl., to register call 669-6455, clarktheatre.com.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
For ages 3-5. Various times and locations. Call 596-7977 or visit www.tulsalibrary.org for the storytime nearest you.
PRINCIPLES OF PERFORMANCE
An intermediate class designed for teens with previous stage experience. Every Wed. night until Nov. 7, 8-9:30pm. Clark Youth Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral Pl. To register call 669-6455, or go to clarktheatre.com.
STORYTIME
Every Tuesday, various preschool themes, preschool, snacks and crafts, Barnes & Noble, 5231 E. 41st St, 11am, 665-4580.
TEAM USA CHEERLEADING
For boys & girls 4-14. Thurs, 6pm. $5/class. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. 361-6039 for more info & registration.
TODDLER TIME
Toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers are welcome to join for stories, finger plays, and music. Mondays 10-10:20am and Tuesdays 6:30-7pm. Hardesty Regional Library. 250-7307.
Cinema...
Oct. 11-Dec. 7
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Original Submissions for family-friendly short films for the CAN Film Festival. Mail to the Child Abuse Network, Inc. 2829 S. Sheridan, Tulsa, OK 74129, Attn: CAN Film Festival Submission. Call-for-entry form at childabusenetwork.org.
Oct. 11, 14, 16
MANUFACTURED LANDSCAPES
A look at the world and work of renowned artist Edward Burtynsky through his large-scale photographs of manufactured landscapes. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. 592-FILM or circlecinema.com.
Now Showing
JOURNEY INTO AMAZING CAVES
See some wonders that exist right here on earth as some extreme athletes & extreme scientists risk it all for the love of discovery. Cinemark IMAX, 71st & Hwy 169. Showtimes at 307-2629.
THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX
Catch the latest of the Harry Potter installments at Cinemark IMAX, 10802 E. 71st. Call 307-2629 for showtimes.
Clubs/
Meetings..
Thurs., Oct. 11
HEALTH CARE FORUM
A panel of experts discusses tips on buying and managing health insurance for small groups, 7:30am-9am, Tulsa Metro Chamber second floor conference room Williams Center Tower II, W. 2 St. RSVP to 560-0276.
Thurs., Oct. 11
TYPROS NEXT GENERATION CREW
Next Generation Leadership Crew meeting at OSU-Tulsa, 1111 W. 17th St. North Hall, Room 301, typros.org.
Sat., Oct. 13
SISTERS SIPPIN' TEA
Sisters Sippin Tea Literary Group hosts Fall Books and Brunch at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 100 E. 2nd St.10am-1pm. $25 pre-sale. 606-2560.
Sun., Oct. 14
TULSA AQUARIUM CLUB
Presentation on fish-keeping and a plant and fish Auction, 2pm, at OSU-CHS, 1111 W. 17th St., call 744-1562 or http://okcaa.org.
Mon., Oct. 15
SANDWICHED IN
Review of "Here's to You, Adah Robinson" by Jo Beth Harris at Aaronson Auditorium, 400 Civic Center. Call 596-7977.
Tue., Oct. 16
TAMING THE TEARDOWN
Forum and panel discussion for the preservation of Midtown Tulsa at all Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria, 7-9pm, preservemidtown.com.
Thurs., Oct. 18
TYPROS SPECIAL EVENTS CREW
Special Events Crew meeting, Te Kei's, 16th and Utica, 5:30pm, typros.org.
Tue., Oct. 23
TYPROS MARKETING WORK CREW
Marketing Work Crew meeting, at Te Kei's, 16th and Utica, 5:30pm, typros.org.
Ongoing
ADDICTION RECOVERY MINISTRY (ARMY)
Tuesday evenings at 7pm. Father's House, 7727 E 41st Street, 664-5420, www.fhtulsa.org.
BOOKS SANDWICHED IN
Book reviews 12:10-50pm every Mon in the Aaronson Auditorium at the Central Library, 4th & Denver. Visit www.tulsalibrary.org for book titles.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Living with the cancer challenge for patients & families. Tues. at 10am. Holliman Bldg., 1705 E. 19th.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Fri 6-9pm. Adult Recovery from hurts, habits & hang-ups using coping skills, self discovery & the beatitudes. Southern Hills Baptist, 5590 S. Lewis, 743-8897.
CREATIVE NETWORKS
A non-profit networking group promoting creative success. Meets 1st & 3rd Wed. each month from 1-2:30pm. Hardesty Library, 8316 E. 93rd St, 877-2703.
CRITIC'S CLUB
Compare & contrast books made into movies and develop your critiquing skills. Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm. $30/month. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 593-1444 for more info and enrollment.
DICK NIXON'S SCOOTER CLUB
Scooter Club meets old-fashioned pint-swilling club. Mondays, 7:23pm at Cellar Dweller, 417 W. 7th. Call 740-6593 for more info.
DRUG PROBLEM?
Narcotics Anonymous can help. Call 747-0017 or 888-749-0017 for more information.
DRUMMERS FOR JESUS
First Tue of every month at 7pm at First United Methodist Church, 600 E. Okmulgee, Muskogee. Visit www.drummersforjesusok.com or call Jeffrey Jones 869-7540.
DULCIMER GROUP
3rd Sat. of every month, 6pm, lessons, 7pm, Yale Avenue Christian Church, 3616 S. Yale, 744-8928.
EZ TOASTMASTERS
On Wed at 12pm, this personal & professional development group focuses on public speaking & communication skills. Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32nd Pl. 459-9356 for questions.
FINANCIAL RECOVERY GROUP
6:30pm Mondays. Support for people who are having problems with debt, spending and other financial issues. Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard.
FRIDAY EVE BOOK CLUB
Book discussion group meets the 3rd Fri. of every month at 7pm. Barnes & Noble, 8620 East 71st St.(Woodland Plaza). 814-4351.
GENDER OUTREACH
Providing support & social opportunities for transgender & intersex individuals. Every Wed., 7:30pm. Equality Center, 621 E. 4th, 743-4297.
GREEN COUNTRY OUTDOOR CLUB
Meets 2nd Thurs. 7:30pm. Hardesty Library, 8316 E. 93rd. Everyone who loves the outdoors is welcome. No dues, few rules. More info at geocities.com/gcoc_tulsa.
GREEN DRINKS
3rd Wed. of the month. Green Drinks for people interested in environmental topics. 5:30pm. Lola's, Brady & Main. More info at www.SustainableGreenCountry.org.
GRIEF SUPPORT
Grace Hospice offers a professionally led bereavement group At 3:30pm on Thurs & also 6pm on Mon. Participants will understand loss and build community with others dealing with the same. Free. More details at 744-7223.
INDIAN NATIONS
PONTIAC OAKLAND INTL. CAR CLUB
3rd Thur. of every month; 6:30pm; Western Sizzlin', 1130 E. Charles Page Blvd., Sand Springs; 361-9512.
INSIDE OUT
Mon., 7-9pm. Adult Children of Alcoholics is a twelve-step, twelve tradition program of men & women who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th, 743-4297.
I.R.O.N.
Immigration Reform for Oklahoma Now meetings the 1st Thurs. of month. Hardesty Library, 8316 E> 93rd. 6:30pm. Details at 906-6027.
LUPUS GROUP OF TULSA
Every 3rd Thurs. monthly meeting, St. Francis Hospital, Educational Center, 461-2365.
MOPS (MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS)
For mothers of children ages birth- 5 years. 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month (Sept-May) 9:30-11:30a.m. Garnett Church of Christ 12000 E 31st St Childcare is provided. For more information, call Cindy: 461-1862
MOTHERS AND MORE MEETING
Non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of moms. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. 850-7652.
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY SUPPORT GROUP
Meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6pm. Meetings incorporate discussion, socialization, and educational resources. The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 815 S. Utica, 584-8607.
OKLAHOMA MOVIE
MAKERS Meetings every Thur. from 7-8pm at the Circle Cinema, 12 S. Lewis. open to the public. Everyone is welcome from actors to crew to movie buffs. The group website is www.groups.yahoo.com/group/oklahomamoviemakers.
PLAY SELECTION
Participants are asked to attend every meeting through the end of the year and to commit to reading two plays a week. Free, adults only. Call for dates and times, 746-5065, Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, hellertheatre.com.
SACS MEETING
Singles Available for Community Service meets the first Thurs. of every month, at 6pm, at the Elks Lodge, 5335 S. Harvard. Call 748-3200 or visit tulsacs.com for more information.
SIDS/INFANT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
6pm. 1st Mon. of each month. Tristesse Grief Center, 1709 S. Baltimore. $10 donation requested. Info at 587-1200.
S.N.A.P.
non-profit self help organization for abuse victims of priests, other clergy, teachers, coaches, etc.. Last Thur. of the month from 7-8:30pm, SNAPoklahoma@hotmail.com
SONGWRITERS' CIRCLE
2nd & 4th Fri. of the month. 9-11pm. Peace House, 306 S. Phoenix, 231-2514.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Meets the second Thursday of every month at 4pm to support caregivers and stroke survivors and provide discussion, educational materials, and socialization.
The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 815 S. Utica, 584-8607
SUSTAINABLE GREEN COUNTRY MEETING
4th Fri. of the month. Help solve problems in Tulsa. 10am. Coffee House on Cherry St., 1502 E. 15th. More info at www.SustainableGreenCountry.org.
TMC
Monthly meeting last Thurs. of every month, Breakfast network, 7:30am, Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center, 585-1201.
TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Toastmasters club meets every Wed., 12-1pm, at the Schusterman Library, 32nd and Harvard. Guests welcome. Contact Thom Bowen 459-9356 or thom.bowen@securian.com.
TULSA AMPUTEE GROUP SUPPORT
First Monday of each month. 7pm. Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges, 815 S. Utica. Call 584-8607 for more info.
TULSA GUITAR SOCIETY
Meets every 2nd Sunday of the month. Monthly recitals 4-5pm. Agora Church, 51st & Memorial. Visit www.tulsaguitar.org.
TULSA HERB SOCIETY
Meets Tuesdays at 9:30am. Tulsa Garden Society, 2435 S. Peoria, 746-5125.
TULSA HERP CLUB
First Thursday of each month. Tulsa Zoo, Helmerich Discovery Center, 5701 E. 36th St. N.; 7-9pm; 812-2129.
TULSA INTL FOLK DANCERS
Every Fri. first visit free, thereafter $3/person, 7-8pm teaching session, 7-11pm, All Souls Unitarian Church, 30th & Peoria, 742-3579.
TULSA SKETCH GROUP
Artists of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels get together for drawing, networking& general stupidity. Every Tue., 7pm, McAlister's Deli, 81st & Lewis. Details at 346-9948.
TULSA SKI CLUB
Meets every 2nd Tue. of the month. 7pm. Tulsa Elks Club, 5335 S. Harvard. Winter Ski trips, summer trips and activities. www.tulsaskiclub.com for more info.
TULSA CHRISTIAN
WRITERS CLUB
Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7pm, Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian, just follow the signs to basement, 451-4017.
TULSA HEARING HELPERS
Support groups for hearing loss, 2nd Thurs, every month, 10-11:30am, TSHA, 8740 E 11th St, 832-8742.
TULSA PARROTHEAD CLUB
2nd Tues. 7pm. Fishbonz, 6214 S. Sheridan. Details at tulsaparrotheads.com.
VISUALLY IMPAIRED SEEKING TECHNIQUE ALTERNATIVES
Meets each Wednesday at 1pm. Meetings feature dialogue concerning community resources, adaptive equipment, social activities, and supportive interactions. The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 815 S. Utica, 584-8607.
Comedy...
Fri., Oct. 12
SPONTANIACS
Heller Theatre opens new improv troupe Spontaniacs at Heller Theatre 5328 S. Wheeling. 8pm. $5. Call 746-5065, hellertheatre.com.
Sat., Oct. 13
LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV
Another performance of Clark's own Laughing Matter at Clark Theatre 11440 E. Admiral. Call 669-6455 or clarktheatre.com.
Ongoing
LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV
Laughing Matter Improv is Tulsa's oldest improvisational troupe. Every Tues. 5:30-7pm. Free adult troupe, for 18+. Classes at Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, 746-5065, hellertheatre.com.
THINK YOU'RE FUNNY?
Every Wed. night. The Loony Bin, 6808 S. Memorial, gives amateurs a chance to get some laughs on stage & maybe more. Sign up at 6:45. Ladies' Night is every Thurs. and Service Industry Night is every Sun. Call 459-1017 for more info.
Community Calendar...
Ongoing
AIDS WALK TULSA
Needs volunteers for 15th annual walk on Oct. 6, call Janice Nicklas at 585-5551 ext. 226 or go to aidswalktulsa.org.
CITIZENSHIP CLASS
10am-noon, every Sat., $20 fee (includes guide and cd). Patti Johnson Wilson Center, 1910 S. Lewis Ave., 663-0377.
INTERCULTURAL SERVICE CENTER'S US
CITIZENSHIP CLASS
10am-noon, $20 fee, Patti Johnson Wilson Center, 1910 S. Lewis Ave, 663-0377.
Community Service...
Thurs., Oct. 11
VOLUNTEER OPEN HOUSE
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Tulsa Zoo. Call 669-6600 or go to tulsazoo.org for more.
Tue., Oct. 16
TUTOR TRAINING
Volunteers 18 years and older needed to help adults improve their literacy skills, 5:45-8:45pm, at 400 Civic Center, pre-register, 596-7958.
Ongoing
ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE
Read Now needs volunteers to read one-on-one to pre-school children in selected childcare centers. If interested call 835-7878 or email dfarr@csctulsa.org.
AMERICAN LUNG ASSOC
Donate any used vehicle, car, boat, truck, van, tax write-off, ALAO will pick up vehicle free, vehicles will be sold for salvage, proceeds benefit the lung assoc programs, 1-800-LUNG-USA.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Needs volunteers, can work with various skill levels. Email at helpnow@usa.redcross.org or call 831-1817.
CANCER TREATMENT CTR
Needs volunteers to assist patients w/craft projects, recreational activities, patient interaction & various staff duties, hours flexible, 496-5108.
DONATE YOUR OLD CAR FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Cars4Charities handles the entire donation process, turning cars into cash and sending the entire net proceeds to the charity selected by the donor. Old or new, running or not. Complete details at cars4charities.org or 1-866-448-3487.
FREEDOM HOSPICE
Volunteers needed in Claremore, Pryor, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, and Tulsa who want to make a difference with patients or in the office. 493-4930 for more info.
GRACE HOSPICE
Seeking volunteers. Areas of service include patient visits and family support, practical projects, office support, special events and projects. For more information, call 744-7223.
HAVE A CARING HEART?
Allcare Hospice, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help with patients and in the office. For more info, call Jamie Miller at 665-7004.
HOSPICE OF GREEN COUNTRY
Volunteers needed from Tulsa, Sapulpa, Jenks, Sand Springs, to help terminally ill patients & their families, 2121 S. Columbia Ave, Suite 200, & 1005 W. Archer, free training, 747-2273.
HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT
World Heritage, 1-800-888-9040, www.world-heritage.org.
HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT
Education and Cultural Interactions. 742-0758, www.eciprograms.com
LEARNING TO READ
Tulsa City-County currently has more than 40 adults on a waiting list for a reading tutor. To become a tutor and register for training, go to tulsalibrary.org/literacy or call 596-7958.
LOVE ANIMALS?
Consider volunteering 8 hours+ per month at the Humane Society, with a congenial environment, service hours, awards & gratification. For more info, email ricci@tulsapets.com.
LOVE TO KNIT, CROQUET AND QUILT?
Stitches from the heart is in need of volunteers to knit little sweaters and hats for babies in need, which will be donated to hospitals all over the country. Patterns are available. Donated yarn also needed. Call 1-866-472-6903 or email stitchfromtheheart@aol.com.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Needs volunteers, just 2 hrs. of your time on the day of your choice. For more info, 627-4103.
RED CROSS BABYSITTERS TRAINING
Ages 11-15. Learn how to safely care for children and become Red Cross certified. $30. 2nd & 4th Sat. of the month, 9am-4pm. 10151 E. 11th St. Enroll at 831-1126 or www.tulsaredcross.org
RESONANACE MENTORS NEEDED
If you would like to mentor one hour a week to meet with targeted youth in gang prevention, please call Melissa at 587-3888 x12.
SEEKING PARADE MARSHALS
Organizers of the 2007 PSO Christmas Parade of Lights seeking volunteers to serve as parade marshals. Interested volunteers call Downtown Tulsa Unlimited, 583-2617.
SHARP
Hearing aid help for 65+. Donations of hearing aids no longer used, for more info, 832-8742.
TULSA MAYOR'S CITIZEN CORPS
Different Citizen Corps programs. Especially needed are volunteers 55+. www.citizencorpstulsa.org, 585-5551.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Power Up! Plus computer classes for re-integrating ex-offenders. Call 280-8656
VOLUNTEERS AND INTERNS NEEDED
Volunteers monitor local streams, rivers, lakes and wetlands and participate in public relations, marketing, fundraising, special events and more. Tulsa County Conservation District, 5401 S. Sheridan, Suite 201. 280-1595.
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA
A faith-based nonprofit organization. For information on volunteering for this program please call 307-3044.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED
The American Cancer Society is seeking drivers for their Road to Recovery Program. Call 743-6767 for more information.
VOLUNTEER FOR YOUTH AT HEART
Help shape, support, and encourage Tulsa's youth. Volunteers needed for tutoring and coaching. Interested adults should e-mail karnett@arvest.com or call 295-2522.
Cultural Fare...
Sat., Oct. 13
AMERICAN INDIAN EDUCATION FAIR
American Indian Higher Education Fair, 10am-Noon at Central Library, 400 Civic Center, call 596-7977.
Oct. 13-14
CHEROKEE ART MARKET
Cherokee Art Market returns to Cherokee Casino Resort at I-44 exit 240-A, go to CherokeeArtMarket.com.
Oct. 13-14
GAELIC WEEKEND
Workshops on the language, culture and music of Scotland, at John Rogers Hall, University of Tulsa, 600 S. College. Call 631-2198.
Mon., Oct. 22
INDIA TODAY CONFERENCE
Conference addresses the business and culture of India, 7:45am-5:30pm at The University of Tulsa Allen Chapman Activity Center, 600 S. College. Register by Oct. 18, go to tulsaglobalalliance.org/SpecialEvents or call 591-4750.
Ongoing
BE A HOST FAMILY
STS is looking for families to host exchange students for the 07-08 school year. They have their own insurance & spending money. Call (800) 522-4678 or email brian@stsfoundation.org for more info.
HOST FAMILIES NEEDED
Youth For Understanding is seeking families to host international exchange students arriving in August. apply online at www.yfu-usa.org or call 800-872-0200.
DJ/Dance...
Sat., Oct. 13
BALLET AND HIP HOP
Ballet for 3-4 years old 10-11am, Ballet / Tap for 5-6 years old 11- noon, Hip Hop class / teens & adults 11- noon, at Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775.
Sat., Oct. 13
BALLROOM DANCING
Denim & Diamonds theme at Elks Lodge, 5335 S. Harvard, 7-8pm, dance lesson-Country/Western, $5 BDT members, $10 non-members go to BallroomDancersof Tulsa.org or call 299-7662.
Mon., Oct. 15
EAST COAST SWING
Dance lessons at Magoo's restaurant, 51st and Memorial, 7-9pm on Mondays, partner not required. Call Chuck 706-5459.
Tue., Oct. 16
FLAMENCO CLASS
Teens & adults 6:30-7:30pm, at Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775.
Oct. 16 & 19
BALLET CLASS
Teens & adults, 9:30-11am or 5:30-6:30pm, at Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775.
Wed., Oct. 17
BALLET CLASS
Teens and adults, 6-7:30pm, at Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775.
Ongoing
AFRICAN DANCE CLASS
Thu., 7pm-8pm, Lacy Park (on Virgin between Peoria and Cincinnati). No need to sign up, no experience needed.
ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS
Tulsa Argentine Tango Club will be teaching Open Embrace Tango on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, 8-9pm at the Tulsa Elks Club, 5335 S. Harvard. Call 494-3961 for details.
BALLROOM DANCE
Show off your moves to the big band sounds of Kings of Music. Tuesdays, 7:30-9:45pm. $6/person. Moose Lodge, 7th & Garnett. Call 254-8167 for more info.
BALLROOM/SALSA DANCE CLASSES
Tulsa Dance Masters, 71st & Riverside, Bridge Pointe Shopping Center. 493-5900.
BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS
Basics including two step, waltz and swing. No partner required. New students welcome. Ages 21+. Every Tues., 6-7pm.
$5 per lesson, Central Center at Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St., 596-1444.
BELLY DANCE
Middle Eastern Dance with Deborah for fun and fitness. All ages and levels of fitness. 664-3569.
BELLY DANCE
Every Mon & Thur at 7:30pm, Cherry St. Dance Studio, 2908 E. 15th. Classical Egyptian and exercises in the modern Suhaila Salimpour format. Beginners welcome. 749-5775 for more info.
BELLY DANCE WITH GYPSY FIRE
Experience the joys of dance w/Tulsa's original Tribal Troupe. www.tulsagyspfire.us or 808-9095 for more info.
BELLY DANCING
Live your dream: learn to belly dance. Day & evening classes. Ages 5+. Shadia Dahlal Dance Conservatory, 4622 E. 31st St., 361-5386. www.shadia.com.
CHEER & POM
For all levels and ages. 3 classes from 4:30-7:30pm on Thursdays. Cherry St. Studios, 2908 E. 15th St., 749-5775. Visit www.cherrystreetstudios.com to see which class is for you!
CLOGGING FOR ALL AGES
Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm, Cherry St. Studios, 2908 E. 15th St., 749-5775. www.cherrystreetstudios.com
COUNTRY & WESTERN DANCE
Bob Wills' music is still alive with the Round Up Boys. Thursdays, 7-9:15pm. $5/person. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 596-1444 for more info.
COUNTRY LINE DANCE LESSONS
Ages 21 & over. Tuesdays, 6-7pm, $5 per lesson. Central Center at Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St., 596-1444
DANCE FOR FUN SWING TULSA STYLE
Every Wed, West Coast Swing Lessons, Whiteside Community Center, 4009 S. Pittsburgh, 7-9pm, 523-6662.
DANCE LESSONS
Learn to dance with Phoenix Singles. $3. Mondays, 6-7pm. CUMC, 3515 S. Harvard.
FLAMENCO CLASSES
For teens and adults, 6:30-7:30pm, Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775.
HIP-HOP DANCE
For all levels and ages. 3 classes from 5:30-8:30pm Tuesdays. Cherry St. Studios, 2908 E. 15th St., 749-5775. Visit www.cherrystreetstudios.com to see which class is for you!
IRISH DANCE
Learn basic styles, steps & techniques. Mondays, 7-8pm. $30/month. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 596-1444 for more info and enrollment.
JITTERBUG LESSONS
Mon at Magoo's, 51st & memorial, Fontana. 7-9pm. No partner required. Complimentary with the purchase of food/beverage. For info, call 706-5459.
LATIN AMERICAN DANCE
Learn or practice Salsa-Merengue-Bachata-Cha cha cha-Bolero. Mon: Level 1 @ 5:30pm & Level 2 @ 6:30pm. Jenks Dance Acad., 9416 South Elwood, 361-3871.
SQUARE DANCE
Come swing your partner with the Rushing Stars! Tuesdays,1-3pm. $3/person. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 596-1444 for more info.
SWING DANCE LESSONS
Sun-Tue. great dance floor & smoke-free. Tulsa Swing Dance Club, 2735 S. Memorial. 66DANCE for times & more info.
TULSA DANCE MASTERS
Offering a variety of classes for all ages. Visit www.tulsadancemasters.com for schedules.1660 E. 71st St., 493-5900.
TULSA INTL FOLK DANCERS
Every Fri. first visit free, thereafter $3/person, 7-8pm teaching session, 7-11pm, All Souls Unitarian Church, 30th & Peoria, 587-5604.
VFW DANCE
1st & 3rd Sat. every month, ballroom
dancing, live music,
8-11pm, 1109 E 6th St.;
585-9148.
ZUMBA
Thurs., 7pm. Shadia Dahlal Dance Conservatory, 4622 E. 31st St. More info at shadia.com or 361-5386.
Festivals & Carnivals...
Oct. 12-14
BAZAAR AND MARKET
Brush Creek Bazaar and fresh market Friday 9am-5pm, Sat and Sun: 11:30am-4pm, at 10900 S. Louisville Ave. Call 749-0101.
Sat., Oct. 13
STONEBLUFF WINE FESTIVAL
Stone Bluff Cellars Green Country Wine Festival 10am-dusk, at 24145 E. 191st St. Haskell. Call 482-5655 or stonebluffcellars.com.
Sat., Oct. 27
ARTS AND CRAFTS BAZAAR
Hot food, used books sale for Arts and Humanities Council and raffle prizes, 9am-5pm at Oliver Middle School, 3100 W. New Orleans. Free. Call 251-0617.
Sat., Nov. 10
ARTS AND CRAFTS BAZAAR
"An Affair for All Seasons X", features a variety of arts and crafts with breakfast, lunch and dinner, 9am-7pm at St. Anne Catholic Church, 301 S. 9th Street. Free. Call 455-2113.
Sat., Nov. 10
CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL ARTS FAIR
Holiday gifts and pictures with Santa, Centennial Middle School, 225 E. Omaha, 8am-4pm, free, call Cindy McKnight at 527-6029.
Flora & Fauna...
Sat., Oct. 13
DOG-TOBERFEST
Fun for families & their pets w/Costume contests, strange pet tricks, Safari Joes, dunk tanks, games, clowns, magicians, local talent, and more! Village Vet Animal Clinic, 8134 S. Harvard, 481-0440.
Sat., Oct. 13
FALL BAZAAR
Humane Society of Tulsa adoption center, 68th and Memorial, 4-7pm, $65, call 250-DOGS or tulsapets.com.
Tue., Oct. 16
HERBAL TREASURES
Tulsa Garden Center's Library Book Discussion Club, "Herbal Treasures," by Phyllis V. Shaudys, 12-1pm, at Tulsa Garden Center's Holmes Library, 2435 S. Peoria Ave. Call 746-5125.
Oct. 16 & 23
OK MASTER NATURALIST TRAINING
Receive in-depth training in ecology & natural resources & then provide outreach service through physical and educational activities. $50 helps cover costs. Register at http://okmasternaturalist.org/join.html.
h Ongoing
KEEPING UP WITH KEEPERS
Every 3rd weekend, you can get dirty with the keepers of the Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N. $35 for ages 13+. Application & more info at tulsaaazk.org or 669-6882. Thru Oct.
LET TURLEY BLOOM
Community volunteer gardening group in Turley at the Community Center, 6514 N. Peoria. 2nd Tues., 7pm. More info at 794-4637 or www.turleyok.blogspot.com.
LOW COST VACCINATION CLINIC
11am-2pm every Thursday. SPCA, 2910 Mohawk Blvd, 428-7722.
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM
Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Dr., 96th St. Bridge and Arkansas River, Jenks. Open daily from 10am-6pm and Tues. until 9pm. Visit www.okaquarium.org or call 296-3474.
PAWS
Pet Assistance & Welfare Society (PAWS), animals for adoption, every other sunday, PetsMart, 71st & Mingo, 11-4, 376-2397.
STREETCATS ADOPTION CENTER
Storefront run completely by volunteers, "kitty boutique. " The Farm Shopping Center, 5217 S. Sheridan, open with cats for adoption every Tues-Sat 10:30am-5:00pm, 298-0104.
TULSA ZOO FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP
Sign up for a multi-year membership and save. Call 699-6603 or long on to www.tulsazoo.com.
Halloween Events...
Oct. 11-28
FRIGHT FEST
Haunted house and trick or treat trail, Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays at Frontier City, Oklahoma City I-35, between Hefner Rd. and N.E.122nd St. free with park admission.
Fri., Oct. 12
TULSA SPIRIT TOUR
A tour of Tulsa's Most Haunted Places, $30; board the trolley at, 2625 S. Memorial Dr. 7-10pm, tickets at pittok.com.
Mon., Oct. 15
TULSA HAUNTS
The Paranormal Investigation Team of Tulsa describes experiences with the paranormal in Tulsa, 6-8pm at Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st St. Pre-register, 596-2466.
Fri., Oct. 19
TULSA SPIRIT TOUR
A tour of Tulsa's Haunted Memories, $30, 7-10pm, board the trolley at I-44 & Peoria, tickets at pittok.com.
Sat., Oct. 27
PUMPKIN HUNT!
Kickoff for "Night Out Against Crime with Fun and Games on Main," for 1-7 year olds. Free. Come in costume. 4,000 orange eggs, stuffed with candy and prizes, are hidden in the park, 1500 S. Main.
Sat., Oct. 27
TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN
The Main Street Merchants present "Night Out Against Crime with Fun and Games on Main," with BA Police Dept., 6-8pm at Main and College, free.
Oct. 27-31
HALLOWZOOEEN
HallowZOOeen from 6:30-8:30pm nightly, at the Tulsa Zoo, 5701 E. 36th St. N. $6. Call 669-6601 or visit tulsazoo.org for more information.
Fri., Nov. 2
TULSA SPIRIT TOUR
A tour of Tulsa's Haunted Memories, $30, 7-10pm, board the trolley at I-44 & Peoria, tickets at pittok.com.
Ongoing
GUTS NIGHTMARE
Reality based walk through at 7pm, $8 at the door, $15 express pass, at Guts Church, 9120 E. Broken Arrow Expy. Call 622-4422 or gutschurch.com. Thru Oct.
HAUNTINGS AT THE CASTLE
Four weekends and nine haunts at The Haunted Castle of Muskogee, 3400 Fern Mtn. Rd. 6-10pm. OKCastle.com or 800-439-0658. Thru Oct. 28.
PUMPKIN TOWN
Pumpkin Town has fall festival activities for adults and children of all ages, 81st & Mingo, call 640-0323. Thru Oct. 31.
Health & Well Being...
Thurs., Oct. 11
THE BODY'S INTELLIGENCE
Learn about the science behind how your body functions and how healing occurs. 6:30-7:30pm, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.
Sat., Oct. 13
COOKING WITH SASHA
Foppiano will demystify the process and demonstrate how to make French tarts at home. 2-2:30pm, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria, 712-7555.
Sat., Oct. 13
MIND-BODY HEALING
Hypnotherapy as a healing tool to resolve addiction & emotional difficulties. 10-11:00am, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria, 712-7555.
Sat., Oct. 13
THERMOMETER EXCHANGE
Residents who drop-off a mercury thermometer will receive a free digital replacement, 9am-9pm at the Drug Warehouse, Fourth Place and Sheridan Rd.
Sat., Oct. 20
COOKING WITH KEN
Tasty paella featuring chicken, sausage and shrimp. 2-3pm, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.
Sat., Oct. 20
HARVEST FEST
Taste the fall harvest and samples from local vendors. 11am-3pm, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria, 712-7555.
Thurs., Oct. 25
EAT TO BEAT STRESS
Learn about foods that support us during stressful times. 7-8pm. Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria, 712-7555.
Sat., Oct. 27
COOKING WITH SASHA
Half pumpkin soup and half pea soup. 2-2:30pm, Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria, 712-7555.
Oct. 27-28
MET POLLUTANT COLLECTION
Household hazardous waste collection at Tulsa Fairgrounds, 10am-3pm, Gate 7. For a list of acceptable items, go to metrecycle.com.
Ongoing
AI CHI
Just like Tai chi but in a heated therapeutic pool, for relief of stress & tension. 7:45pm on Mon; 12:15pm on Wed. St. John Health Club, 1819 E. 19th St., 744-0213 for more details.
AMERICAN-STYLE TAE-KWON-DO
Beginners-advanced. Mon. & Thurs. 5-6:30pm. $40/month. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, Bixby. Call 746-3780 for details.
BEGINNING YOGA
Gentle poses in a quiet atomosphere. Henthorne Community Center, 4825 S. Quaker; Saturdays 9-10:30am; 746-5053.
BRAIN AEROBICS
Mon. - Fri., 9:30-10:30am. $20/month. Henthorne Active Life Center, 4825 S. Quaker Ave., 746-5053
CHAIR YOGA
Wed. 10am. West Oak Retirement Center, 1002 S. Fairfax, Skiatook. Contact Lucy at 633-8890.
FITNESS ROOM
Available during business hours. $30/month for unlimited use. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053.
GENTLE YOGA
For beginners. Mondays, 10am. Yoga Room, 3403 S. Peoria, 808-9642.
HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES
Offering a variety of classes to meet your time needs and tastebuds. Wild Oats, 1401 E. 41st St. Call 712-7555 or visit www.wildoats.com for class titles and times.
HOPE HIV TESTING
Health Outreach, Prevention and Education Testing Clinic provides free HIV testing at the Equality Center, 621 E. 4th St., on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-8pm and Saturdays from 4-7pm. 743- 4297.
JAZZERCISE
9:45am Tue. & Thu., 5:25pm on Thu., & 10:15am on Sat. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.
JAZZERCISE
4:30 & 7pm Tue/Thurs. 6pm Mon/Wed. Nienhuis Park Rec Center, 55th & Lynn Lane. Call 258-8344 or mail info@jazzonthesquare.com for more info.
JUDO & JUJITSU
Tue. and Thu. 6:30-8:30pm. Sat. 11am-1pm. Southcrest Wellness Center. 8801 S. 101st E. Ave. 294-4000 for more info.
KARATE
5-6:30pm on Mon. & Thu. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.
LIVING WITH CANCER
Free adult support group for survivors or those battling cancer. Tuesdays, 10am. Holliman Building, Lower Level, 1705 E. 19th St.
MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE
Beginners-Advanced Mon & Thurs, 5:30pm. $40/mo. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Registration at 267-5991.
MODERATE YOGA
Thurs. 8am. Upstage Dance, 3948 S. Hudson. Contact Lucy at 633-8890.
OPEN FITNESS ROOM
iOnly $15/month or $2/drop-in. Ages 60+ free. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 593-1444 for more info.
PILATES
For teens and adults. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Cherry St. Studios, 2908 E. 15th St., 749-5775. www.cherrystreetstudios.com
SLIMNASTICS
There's nothing better you can do for yourself than exercise; every Mon., Wed. and Fri. 9-10am; free; Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl.; 669-6658.
SMOKING CESSATION
$160 program to get you on the right track to a healthier life. Hillcrest at 1265 S. Utica Ave. Call 579-4959 for dates and times.
STEP-N-STRENGTH
6:45-7:45pm on Mon. & Thu. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.
STRETCH & TONE FOR SENIORS
For ages 55+. Focus on flexibility, range of motion & strength. Mon., Wed., Fri., 9:30-10:30am. $15/month. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 596-1444 for more info and enrollment.
TAI-CHI
Build strength, agility, & balance. 5:30-6:30pm Wednesdays. Pre-register. Hillcrest at 1265 S. Utica Ave. 579-4959.
TAE KWON DO
This revered martial art teaches discipline of the mind, body, and spirit. Learn proper breathing, concentration, and balance. $15 for 4 classes. Mondays, 6:30-8pm, Henthorne Community Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053.
TAE-KWON-DO
From rank beginners to the highly experienced; every Mon. & Thur. 7-8:30pm; $30 fee; ages 7 and older; Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl.; 669-6658.
TAI CHI CHUAN
Gain inner strength while toning muscles, increasing flexibility and boosting immune power. Wed., 10am. $10/class. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. 812-3033 to register.
TUTU FRESH
Tue 7-8pm. Ages 8+ Combining aspects of ballet with fresh modern dance & music. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053.
VARIOUS PROGRAMS
Moms In Motion, Kid's Club, Therapeutic Aquatic Program and more, St John Medical Center, 1923 S. Utica Ave, 744-0123.
YOGA
Free yoga class. 12pm Mondays. Yoga Room, 3403 S. Peoria, 808-9642.
YOGA
Mon. Gentle at 10am, Moderate at 6:30pm. 15140 N. 71st Pl. W., Skiatook. Contact Lucy at 633-8890.
YOGA
Tues. 8-9:15am. $12 drop-in, or $60 for 6 week session.Upstage Dance Studio, 3948 S. Hudson. 633-8890.
YOGA
Includes instruction in proper breathing, poses and intention; every Tues. 6-7:30pm; $35-60 fee; Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl.; 669-6658.
YOGA FOR SCOLIOSIS
Yoga lessons for Scoliosis and other spinal conditions. Dee Berry-Knight, CYT, President Scoliosis Association, Inc. Tulsa Chapter, call 747-0362.
YOGA FOR SENIORS
Designed especially for mature adults who want to increase their flexibility. Mats not provided. Tues., 5:45-7:15pm. $25/4 sessions. Central Center, 1028 E. 6th, 596-1444.
Lectures/
Workshops...
Thurs., Oct. 11
GRIEF WORKSHOP SET
Four week workshop on coping with loss, at Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston Ave., 6:30pm, $20, to register, unityoftulsa.com or call 582-6624.
Thurs., Oct. 11
LUNCH SEMINAR
Engage Life: Options in Senior Living at Woodland Terrace Retirement Community, 9524 E. 71 St. noon-1pm, free call 250-3631.
Thurs., Oct. 11
WRITE A BUSINESS PLAN
Members of SCORE demonstrate how to put together a plan for your new or existing business at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Call 250-7307.
Oct. 11-14
THEATRE WORKSHOP
The Oklahoma Arts Institute is offering an improvisational theater workshop at Quartz Mountain, register for the workshop and scholarship online at oaiquartz.org.
Sat., Oct. 13
EDUCATING TODAY'S STUDENTS
Dr. Zolkoski's take on Educating Today's Students, 8-11:30am Thoreau Demonstration Academy, 7370 E. 71st St. Call 833-9700.
Sat., Oct. 13
EDUCATORS WORKSHOP
3 Women/3 Voices Creative Writing and Performance Educators' Workshop. 10am-4pm, $24/member, $30/non-member at Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. Call 748-5309.
Sat., Oct. 13
SOFTWARE DEMONSTRATION
Demonstration of The Master Genealogist software used to organize family history data. 1:30-3pm at the Genealogy Center, 400 Civic Center, call 596-7958.
Tue., Oct. 16
UNPLUGGED SERIES
Join TYPro's unplugged series with Robert E. Lorton III, publisher & president for The Tulsa World, 6pm at Tulsa Hilton Southern Hills, 7900 S. Lewis, Oklahoma Room, free, RSVP to chrisoden@tulsachamber.com or call 560-0286.
Oct. 16-17
OKLA. BIOFUELS CONFERENCE
Gov. Brad Henry hosts GROW: Oklahoma Biofuels Conference, at the Sheraton Downtown OKC 1 N. Broadway, registration, $45. GrowOK.com or call 1-800-203-5494.
Oct. 16-18
TWELVE POWERS
Class explains the metaphysical forces existing above the conscious mind. Tuesday 6-8pm. Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston Ave. unityoftulsa.com or 582-6624.
Wed., Oct. 17
THE ART OF BALANCED LIVING
This class teaches a proven repeatable process for creating a balanced lifestyle, 6:30-8:30pm, at 3540 E. 31st, call Chris Hitch 850-2302.
Thurs., Oct. 25
LUNCH SEMINAR
Engage Life: Mind Matters, at Woodland Terrace Retirement Community, 9524 E. 71 St. noon-1pm, free call 250-3631.
Ongoing
AFRICAN DRUMMING
Wed., 7:15pm. $10/session or $50/7. Students will learn about the methods and rhythms of this ancient form of expression. Drums provided. Living Arts, 308 S. Kenosha, 585-1234.
BEER/WINE HOMEBREWING
A one-hour workshop every other Sat. Workshops are free. High Gravity Homebrewing, 7164 S. Memorial; www.highgravitybrew.com or call 461-2605.
COMPUTER & WORD PROCESSING CLASSES
Tulsa Library offers beginning to advanced internet and Microsoft program classes. All are free, but pre-registration is required and limited. Visit www.tulsalibrary.org or call 596-7977 for class times, descriptions and locations.
FREE BEAD CLASSES
Island Dream Beads 1345 S. Harvard 712-3237
FREE INTRODUCTORY LECTURE
On the Transcendental Meditation technique. Easy to learn, easy to practice, scientifically validated. Saturdays, 11am & 3pm. Other times by appointment. 1860 E. 15th St., 619-9311
GUITAR BASICS
Thursdays, 6-8:30pm. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. More info at 231-8639.
INTRO TO MOSAICS
Six week sessions. Thurs., 6-9pm. $75/session. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, Bixby. Call 746-3780 for details.
LEATHER STAMPING & TOOLING
10:30am Sat. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.
LIFE, LOVE & RELATIONSHIPS
Sessions every Mon. at 7pm via satellite. Central Nazarene Church, 7291 E. 81st, 252-5483.
MAKE WIRE JEWELRY
10:45am on Thu. & 5:30pm on Sat. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.
PARENTING CLASSES
Need a little help? Birthright at 6465 S. Yale, Ste. 604 offers free classes and lunch to those who seek it. Mondays, 11:30-12:30. Call 481-4884 for more info.
QUILTING PROJECTS
Hone in on or develop your quilting skills with others who share your passion. Classes are usually on Sat. and range $10-15. Central Center, 1028 E. 6th. Call 596-1444 for details and class times.
Mixed Bag...
Thurs., Oct. 11
HOLLAND HALL TOURS
Holland Hall primary school hosts tours of the campus. Holland Hall, 5666 81st St. 8:30am for reservations call 481-1111 or hollandhall.org.
Fri., Oct. 12
FASHION SHOW
"Step Up To Success" Fashion Show, at The Greenwood Cultural Center, 322 N. Greenwood, 6:30pm, call 744-7417 or 906-2431 to purchase tables and tickets.
Fri., Oct. 12
WINE AND ROSES
Wine tasting paired with gourmet food at Tulsa Rose Garden, 2435 S. Peoria, $60-75. Call 746-5125.
Sat., Oct. 13
1907 FASHION SHOW
The Friends of the Murrell Home host a 1907 Fashion Show and Tea, 2-4pm at the Armory Municipal Center in Tahlequah. $15. Reservations required. Call 456-2751 or email murrellhome@okhistory.org.
Sat., Oct. 13
CRAFT AND CAR
Hilltop craft and car show at Chandler Park, 6500 W. 21st St. 10am-4pm, call 591-6053 or go to parks.tulsacounty.org.
Sat., Oct. 13
THE MEN OF CHIPPENDALES
Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main, ages 17+ adv. $20; day of, $25, doors open at 7pm. Order by phone, 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.
Oct. 13-14
TEST DRIVE A SMART FORTWO CAR
The Smart Fortwo, a small car with a big urban solution, at the Coffee House on Cherry Street, 1502 E. 15th St. Go to smartusa.com.
Sun., Oct. 14
CROP WALK
Registration at 1:30pm and walk at 2pm. Location TBA, call 582-4128 or e-mail ahutchinson@trinitytulsa.org.
Sun., Oct. 14
GREEN HOME TOUR
Brady Heights Historic District is conducting a Green Renovation Tour highlighting home remodels that have preserved the historic integrity of the district, call 592-9135 for tickets or greencountryok.com.
Sun., Oct. 14
KITCHENS A LA TULSA
One-day tour of local homeowner's kitchens, $10 advance and $15 tour day, call 743-6184 or go to kitchensalatulsa.com.
Wed., Oct. 31
DRAG RACES
Drag Races with OK Equality Center at Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S Kenosha Ave. Call 585-1234.
Nov. 16-18
AN AFFAIR OF THE HEART
An array of treasures & gift items: Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Collectibles, Accessories, & Gourmet Foods. Expo Bldg., Expo Square, 21st btw. Harvard & Yale. $6/all 3 days.
Ongoing
BINGO
VFW Post 577, 1109 E. 6th St.; every Wed. & Fri. at 6pm; 585-9148.
DINING & DISCUSSION
Fridays. Share a potluck dinner and discuss the state of the world with other peace-minded people. Bring $5 or a side dish/dessert. Peace House, 306 S. Phoenix, 231-2514.
FREE POKER
Mon & Tues. 7 & 10pm. Beer Hunter Pub & Grill, 1205 New Sapulpa Rd.
FRIENDS COFFEE HOUSE
First Sat of every month. 7pm Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard. A variety of performers that include guitar, singing, poetry, comedy, etc. All are welcome. If interested in performing call 743-8771.
HAFLA CELEBRATION
1st Wed. of every month. 7:30pm. Dancing, drummers, potluck feast. Call for more info Christy 284-7012 or Star 437-2020.
HAPPINESS HOUR
5pm. Social hour to meet others who are committed to the path of peace. Peace House, 306 S. Phoenix, 231-2514.
MIDNITE SUSHI
Fri. & Sat. until 2am with original live music Tsunami Sushi, Riverwalk Crossing 298-5200
NIGHTLY EVENTS
Including Pizza Night, Hot Truck Night, Gaming Day, Soap Box, Hot Bike Night and Movie Night. Call for details. Onegroup Internet Café and Gourmet Coffee Shop, 3116 E. Pine. 835-3882.
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Open to poets, musicians, performers. Not censored, some adult content. Free. Tuesdays, 8-11pm. Gypsy Coffee House, 303 N. Cincinnati, 295-2181.
ROAD RIDERS FOR JESUS
Tulsa Chapter meets the 4th Sat of each month, 1pm at the Village Inn, 5849 S. 49th W. Ave. All people/mototrcycles welcome. 447-8899 or www.roadridersforjesus.org for more info.
ROCK, PAPER SCISSORS TOURNAMENT
Every Friday night at Rehab Lounge, 18th & Boston Sign in at 9pm Compete at 10pm. Trophies awarded weekly
SCRABBLE
Tuesdays, 6-7:30, $1 Fee. Henthorne Community Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053
SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR INDIAN NATIONS CAMP #3, Seeking new members , contact Carl Fallen, 492-1054 or acfallen@aol.com
T&T CRUISE NIGHT
Hundreds of cars, trucks and motorcycles participate in burn out contests, flame throwing and more. Fun for the whole family. Oak Grove Shopping Center, off Hwy. 51 in Coweta; every Wed. 5pm-sunset; 918-486-3325.
TRAPEZE UNIVERSITY
Thu. & Fri., 6:30pm to dusk, Sat. & Sun., 5pm to dusk. $15 for two turns. Riverwalk Crossing, Jenks. For more info call 398-TRAP or go to www.trapezeuniversity.com
TULSA FLEA MARKET
8am-4pm on Saturdays. Free Admission. Exchange Centers II & III at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. Call 744-1386 for more info.
VIDEO GAME TOURNAMENT
Test your skills at Halo 2, Guitar Hero, Soul Calibur, Super Smash Bros and more. 6pm, 2nd Sun. each month. Fun House, RiverWalk Crossing, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks. More info at www.okgamers.com.
WACKY WEDNESDAYS
Shop any of the retail shops at RiverWalk Crossing, across the 96th St. Bridge in Jenks, from 11am-3pm Wednesdays, and receive 15% off regular-priced items.
WINE TASTING
Wine Tastings, Tours and Learn the Sip Swirl and Savor of Oklahoma Wines Tue-Sun For info: Www.CabinCreekWine.com.
Music...
Thurs., Oct. 11
WILLIAM'S SIGNATURE CLASSICS
Featuring pianist Andrew von Oeyen, 7:30pm, $20-$30, at VanTrease Performing Arts Center, 81st St. & Hwy. 169, call 595-7777.
Fri., Oct. 12
1999: A TRIBUTE TO PRINCE
Starring Vince Gibbs as Prince at the Continental, 1st and Elgin. 10pm, $7.
Fri., Oct. 12
JACOB FRED JAZZ ODYSSEY
Tulsa's most popular national act returns to Tulsa at Jazz Hall of Fame, 5 S. Boston Ave. at 7:30pm, $3-10, okjazz.org.
Oct. 12-13
OK ELECTRIC MUSIC FESTIVAL
Electronic Music Festival at Living Arts of Tulsa, $8 day pass, $20 weekend pass, 308 S Kenosha Ave. Call 585-1234.
Sat., Oct. 13
ADMIRAL TWIN CD RELEASE PARTY
Releasing Center of the Universe. 9:30 pm w/ Red Alert and gloSoul opening. Roc Bar 18th, 18th and Boston. Free.
Sun., Oct. 14
DOWN
Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main, adv. $25; day of $29, doors open at 7pm. Order by phone, 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.
Sun., Oct. 14
LADIES SING CLASSICS
Ladies sing Blues and Jazz honoring Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and more at Jazz Hall of Fame, 5 S. Boston Ave. 5pm, $3-10, okjazz.org.
Mon., Oct. 15
ELLIOT YAMIN
With openers, Josh Hoge and The Last Goodnight, adv. $22; day of $25, doors open at 7pm, order by phone, 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.
Mon., Oct. 15
THE NEW YORK BOHEMIAN
Performance Plus Class series: "Bernstein: The New York Bohemian," 7pm, $15 at Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard, call 595-7777.
Mon., Oct. 15
ORCHESTRA CLASS
Found Sound Noise Orchestra Class begins with Red Headed Step Children at Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S Kenosha Ave. Call 585-1234.
Tue., Oct. 16
DRIVE BY TRUCKERS
With openers, Ryan Bingham & The Dead Horses, doors open at 7pm, adv $19; day of $21, Order by phone at 866-443-8849 cainsballroom.com.
Tue., Oct. 16
NOONDAY CONCERTS
Trinity Episcopal Church hosts organist Mike Bedford. 501 S. Cincinnati Ave. Free, go to trinitytulsa.org.
Tue., Oct. 16
THE SONNY GRAY TRIO
Third Tuesday Jazz. 5:30pm in the Gilcrease Museum Vista Room, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. Galleries open until 8pm. Free for members; $10 for public. Buffet, $4 extra. 596-2700.
Wed., Oct. 17
PIANO BROWN BAG
Pianist Amy Cottingham performs during the lunch hour. 12:10pm Free. Westby Pavilion, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Wed., Oct. 17
YAMATO
High-energy drum beat show. 8pm. $18-$47. Chapman Music Hall, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Oct. 19-20
MAT GALA
Well-known local entertainers perform cabaret-style. $15. 8pm. Norman Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Sat., Oct. 20
BLUES CHALLENGE CONCERT
The 4th Annual Blues Society of Tulsa Blues Challenge at VFW Post 577, 1109 E. 6th St., bluessocietyoftulsa.com.
Wed., Oct. 24
TROMBONE BROWN BAG
Paul Compton leads a 16-member OSU Trombone Ensemble. Free. 12:10pm. Westby Pavilion, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Sat., Oct. 27
A MAGICAL EVENING
Tulsa Symphony Orchestra conducted by Daniel Hege. 7:30pm. $16-48. Chapman Music Hall, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Sun., Oct. 28
CLAREMONT TRIO
Female chamber group. 3pm. $5-25. Williams Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Oct. 29-30
RED PRIEST
Baroque program of 18th century and modern music. 8pm. $27. Williams Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Wed., Oct. 31
VOCALIST BROWN BAG
Vocalist Margaret Sewell performs during the lunch hour. 12:10pm. Free. Westby Pavilion, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Thurs., Nov. 8
INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS
Return to the era of episodic radio in the 1930s at the NSU Center for the Performing Arts, Tahlequah, 7:30pm. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
Fri., Nov. 9
HAYES CARLL WITH TRAVIS LINVILLE
In concert at Emerson Hall at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria Ave. at 7pm, allsoulcoffeehouse.com or call 743-2363.
Tue., Dec. 4
A CELTIC CHRISTMAS
Celebrate the holiday season with a mix of traditional Celtic music at "A Celtic Christmas", at 7:30pm at the NSU Center for the Performing Arts, Tahlequah. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
Sat., Dec. 8
TRACE BUNDY
Acoustic guitarist from Colorado in concert at Emerson Hall at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria Ave. at 7pm, allsoulcoffeehouse.com or call 743-2363.
Fri., Feb. 1
HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR
7:30pm at the NSU Center for the Performing Arts, Tahlequah. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
Sat., May 3
AMERICAN ACOUSTIC MUSIC
"Dry Branch Fire Squad: An Institution in American Acoustic Music" at the NSU Center for the Performing Arts, Tahlequah, 7:30pm. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
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.
PERCUSSION CIRCLE
1st Thurs. Free & Open circle. Gypsy Coffee House, 303 N. Cincinnati. 6:30pm. More info at oklapha@gmail.com.
SINGERS & SONGWRITERS
Free music from local and national acts. Sat & Sun. 2-6pm. Grape Ranch, Okemah, graperanch.com (918) 623-2250.
TULSA BOYS SINGERS
Tulsa Boy Singers, founded in 1948 meets at Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati every Mon & Thurs at 4:30pm . Ages 8-18. 585-BOYS.
TULSA COMUNTY COLLEGE COMMUNITY BAND
The TCC community band is enrolling for fall. Open to all qualified musicians, meets on Mondays at the SE Campus from 7-8:50pm, $59. Call 595-7766 to register. Thru Dec. 10.
TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA
Perform music from Bach to Broadway with Tulsa's only community orchestra. All string players welcome; winds by audition only. Meets on Tuesdays at the SECampus from 7-8:50pm, $59. Call 595-7766 to register. Thru Dec. 4.
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
ADULT WRITERS GROUP
Get your creative juices flowing and share your words with others. Have a chance to perform them on stage later. Free. Wednesdays, 5:30pm. Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, 746-5065.
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Every Tues., 8pm, Gypsy Coffee House, 303 N.
Cincinnati Ave., 295-2181.
POETRY RECITATION CONTEST
This year's competition is open to all high school students statewide, materials are provided for participation schools. Go to poetryoutloud.org or call 405-235-0280.
SHARON SMITH KNIGHT & FRIENDS
An evening of poetry & music at the Coffee House on Cherry St., 1502 E. 15th. 8pm. 1st & 3rd Thurs.
TULSA NIGHTWRITERS
3rd Tues every month, 7:00 to 9:00pm at the Allee Beth Martin East Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett
TULSA WRITERS CAFE
Impromptu creative writing, critique and development of craft, 2nd & 4th Wed of every month. Harwelden, 2210 S. Main, 7-9pm, 746-7629.
WHITE ROSE ESSAY CONTEST
The Council for Holocaust Education White Rose essay contest, with prizes. For more information call Nancy Pettus at 299-4415, extension 2728 or visit jewishtulsa.org. Thru Dec. 15.
WINTER WRITING CONTEST
Oklahoma writers are invited to enter the 1st Annual Winter Writing Contest sponsored by the Missouri Writers' Guild. Visit missouriwritersguild.org or e-mail Mary-Lane Kamberg at MLKwriter@yahoo.com for more information.
Singles...
Sat., Oct. 13
PHOENIX HAYRIDE
Join Christian singles at Sequoyah State Park, highway 51, east of Waggoner, at 6:30pm for food and entertainment. $10. 747-8601 or phoenix-singles.org.
Wed., Oct. 17
FIND A DATE
Tulsa speed dating event for single professionals at fever, 6906 S. Lewis, 7pm. Ages 27-46, $35, register at cupid.com/predating or 521-6919.
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...
Oct. 11-12
GLOBAL COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
Workshop with experts in Christian International Development, 8:30am - 9pm at Holiday Inn Select, I-44 and Yale. Call 430-8416 to enroll.
Sat., Oct. 13
ASI SWEATLODGE
Sweatlodge at 5pm. Call Robert Running Buffalo at 543-6534.
Sat., Oct. 27
PRAYER CIRCLE
Prayer Circle at 5pm. Bring a rattle or a drum. Call Robert Running Buffalo at 543-6534.
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, Faith United Methodist Church, 7431 E. 91st St.
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.
ARABIC CELEBRATIONS
Sundays, 6:30pm. Church at Battle Creek (W9), 3025 N. Aspen, BA. For more info, visit myspace.com/crossneckband.
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.
EKKLESIA-THE GATHERING
No pews, no passing the plate, no perfect people. 10am Sundays. Equality Center, 621 E. 4th, 743-4297.
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 welcomewww.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.
VERITAS/THEOLOGY CLASS
Sun. 9:30am. Beams of Light Family Church, 1724 S. Harvard.
WORSHIP WITH NUMA
Ministry in the power of the spirit. Sundays, 10am. 1 blk. West of Memorial on 71st at Thoreau Demonstration Academy. More info at www.numaministreis.com
Sports...
Oct. 11-13
TU HOMECOMING
100 Years and Counting, a Centennial Celebration with three days of festivities at the University of Tulsa, 600 S. College, call 631-2555, or go to utulsa.edu/alumni/homecoming.
Sat., Oct. 13
CAGED RAGE
Intensity Combat Sports Presents Caged Rage, 6pm, Tulsa Expo Square Pavilion, 21 and Yale, $25, intensitycombatsports.com or call 376-6000.
Sat., Oct. 13
OU FOOTBALL
V. Univ. of Missouri Tigers. Time TBA. Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, 180 W. Brooks, Norman, OK. For tickets call (800) 456-GoOU.
Sat., Oct. 13
TU FOOTBALL
V. Marshall Univ. Thundering Herd. 6pm. Chapman Stadium, 11th & Florence, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Oct. 18-22
TU WOMEN'S TENNIS
ITA Regional Championships. All Day. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Oct. 20
OSU FOOTBALL
V. Kansas State Wildcats. Time TBA. Boone Pickens Stadium 422 Aquires, Stillwater OK. For tickets tickets@okstate.edu or call 877-All-4-OSU.
Oct. 25-26
TU MEN'S TENNNIS
Wilson ITA Regionals. All Day. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Oct. 27
TU FOOTBALL
V. Southern Methodist Univ. Mustangs. 2pm. Chapman Stadium, 11th & Florence, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Nov. 3
OSU FOOTBALL
V. Univ. Texas Longhorns. Time TBA. Boone Pickens Stadium 422 Aquires, Stillwater OK. For tickets tickets@okstate.edu or call 877-All-4-OSU.
Sat., Nov. 3
OU FOOTBALL
V. Texas A&M Aggies. Time TBA. Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, 180 W. Brooks, Norman, OK. For tickets call (800) 456-GoOU.
Sat., Nov. 10
OSU FOOTBALL
V. Univ. Kansas Jayhawks. Time TBA. Boone Pickens Stadium 422 Aquires, Stillwater OK. For tickets tickets@okstate.edu or call 877-All-4-OSU.
Sat., Nov. 10
OU FOOTBALL
V. Baylor Univ. Bears. Time TBA. Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, 180 W. Brooks, Norman, OK. For tickets call (800) 456-GoOU.
Sat., Nov. 10
TU FOOTBALL
V. Univ. Houston Cougars. 2pm. Chapman Stadium, 11th & Florence, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Nov. 24
OU FOOTBALL
V. Oklahoma State Cowboys. Time TBA. Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, 180 W. Brooks, Norman, OK. For tickets call (800) 456-GoOU.
Fri., Jan. 12
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Arkansas Little Rock. Time TBA. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., Jan. 12
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Oral Roberts Univ. Time TBA. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Jan. 13
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Lamar. Time TBA. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Tue., Jan. 16
TU WOMEN'S TENNIS
V. Oral Roberts. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., Jan. 19
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. California. 6pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Thurs., Jan. 25
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Standford Univ. 5pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Jan. 27
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Georgia. 1pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., Feb. 3
TU WOMEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Arkansas Little Rock. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., Feb. 3
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Mississippi. 2pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Thurs., Feb. 8
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Michigan State. 6pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Sat., Feb. 10
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Texas A&M. 2pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., Feb. 23
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Louisiana Lafayette. 6pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Wed., Feb. 28
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Oklahoma. 5pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Thurs., March 22
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. USC. 12pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Tue., March 27
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Memphis. 5pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Thurs., March 29
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Hawai'i. 1pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Fri., April 6
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Univ. Notre Dame. 12pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Mon., April 9
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Oklahoma State Univ. 5pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Thurs., April 12
TU MEN'S TENNIS
V. Southern Methodist Univ. 1pm. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
May 16-26
TU MEN'S TENNIS
NCAA Championships. All day. Case Tennis Center, 6th & Delaware, Tulsa, OK. For tickets call (918) 631-4688.
Ongoing
ADULT BASEBALL LEAGUE
Tulsa Metro Baseball Association is looking for adults 21+ to join one of twelve area teams. For more info, check out www.metrotulsabseball.org.
FLAG FOOTBALL
Sat. mornings, Friendly limited contact game for players 25 and older. E-mail football@jwmweb.com.
GREEN COUNTRY ROLLER GIRLS
GCRG is looking for women & men interested in joining the league. Looking for skaters, refs, coaches, announcers, volunteers of any kind, and sponsors. Check out www.greencountryrollergirls.com www.myspace.com/greencountryrollergirls.
HALLETT MOTOR RACING CIRCUIT
Racing events ranging from vintage cars, SCCA, COMMA to motorcycles and more. Check out www.hallettracing.net or call Hallett Track Office 918-583-1134 for more information. Track location: 59901 E. 55 Road, Jennings, OK (Take HWY 51 to 412 and exit immediately after Turnpike Toll Booth)
HAVE A BALL!
Tulsa Parks announced their Fall Adult Sports Leagues consisting of Women's Flag Football, Volleyball, Men's & Women's Basketball, and Dodgeball. Each league has games lasting 2-3 months. Visit the Tulsa Parks website at www.TulsaParks.org, or call 596-2526 for information.
MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Mon & Wed., 6-9pm. Glenpool Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Call 746-3780 for more info.
MUAY THAI
+ boxing & grappling. The ultimate workout with devastating power. Adams Muay Thai, 4107 S. 72nd E. Ave. Call 488-0707 for more info & schedules.
SUNDAY SKATE JAM
Sundays, 7-11pm, 401 Broadway Ct., Sand Springs. 241-2272 for more information.
VINTAGE BASEBALL
Want to play base ball the way it used to be? Seeking individuals 18+ who are interested in playing using 19th century rules/equipment--no gloves! Interested ballists contact Joshua at 749.6001.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Thurs., 7:30-9pm. Glenpool Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Call 746-3780 for more info.
Theater/
Dance Performance...
Oct. 11-27
OLD FASHIONED POISON CANDY
Treats and terror at Nightingale Theater, 1416 E. 4th St. Call 633-8666.
Oct. 12-14
LAUNDRY AND BOURBON
The TCC Theatre Dept. presents "Laundry & Bourbon" and "Lone Star," 8pm, at the Studio Theatre, $10, 81st St. & Hwy. 169, call 595-7777.
Oct. 12 & 14
TOSCA
Puccini's beloved opera. $20-95. Oct. 6 &12 at 7:30pm & Oct. 14 at 2:30pm. Chapman Music Hall, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Oct. 18-21
LAUNDRY AND BOURBON
The TCC Theatre Dept. presents "Laundry & Bourbon" and "Lone Star," 8pm, at the Studio Theatre, $10, 81st St. & Hwy. 169, call 595-7777.
Oct. 19-20, 25-28
HIDE AND SHRIEK
BA Community Playhouse presents a mystery farce by Tim Kelly. 8pm, 2pm Sun. matinee at the Main Place, 1800 S. Main. $13. Call 258-0077 or bacptheatre.com.
Oct. 19-21, 24-27
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Do the Time Warp with this campy classic. 8pm except 2pm Sun. $20-$24. Williams Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Oct. 25-27
THE WOMAN IN BLACK
Two-man show by Susan Hill. 8pm. $15. Norman Theater, Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com or 596-7111.
Nov. 15-17, 29-Dec. 1
MARISOL
Bronx native Marisol and her quest to overcome the chaos that plagues humanity. Kendall Hall, TU campus, 600 South College. 631-2567 for tix and info.
Feb. 14-17, 21-24
THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN
Inhabitants of a small island off the coast of Ireland find out a Hollywood film crew has chosen their remote home to make a documentary. Kendall Hall, TU campus, 600 South College. 631-2567 for tix and info.
Sun., March 9
SUDS SOAP OPERA MUSICAL
Suds, The Rocking '60s Soap Opera Musical takes the stage at NSU Center for the Performing Arts, Tahlequah, 2pm. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
Thurs., April 10
TAPESTRY DANCE COMPANY
"The Souls of Our Feet" at the NSU Center for the Performing Art. To purchase tickets, contact the NSU Box Office at (918) 458-2078.
April 17-20, 24-27
CARNIVAL
Lili is enchanted by a run-down Parisian carnival. Kendall Hall, TU campus, 600 South College. 631-2567 for tix and info.
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.
THE GREAT PASSION PLAY
Witness the greatest story ever told as never before. Eureka Springs. Various dates & times. Visit greatpassionplay.com or call (800) 882-7529 for more info & reservations. Thru October.
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