Events

At The

Galleries...

Thurs., Oct. 18

ARTIST LECTURE

Oliver Herring, contemporary artist, will give a public lecture at 7pm at Lorton Hall 207 on the TU campus, 600 S. College. 631-2739.

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.

Thurs., Oct. 18

OLINKA HRDY

Lecture: "Oklahoma Moderne: The Art and Design of Olinka Hrdy. Price Tower Arts Center. 510 Dewey Ave. Bartlesville. 918-336-4949.

Thurs., Oct. 18

OKLAHOMA CONTEMPORARY REALISM

Work by 13 realism painters. Opening reception, 5-8pm, at M.A. Doran Gallery, 3509 S. Peoria. Call 748-8700 or go to madorangallery.com.

Oct. 18-31

ABSOLUTELY ABSTRACT

Shirley Ward and Diane Salamon featured at Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square, Tues.-Sat. 10am-5:30pm.

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.

Sat., Oct. 20

AMERICAN ART IN MINIATURE

Miniature art exhibit opens at Gilcrease Museum, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd. Call 596-2700 or go to gilcrease.org for more information.

Sun., Oct. 21

ARTWORKS RECEPTION

Patron dinner with artist $175, includes preview reception at Holland Hall Walter Arts Center, 5666 E. 81st St. 7pm. For reservations call 481-1111 or jbattaglia@hollandhall.org.

Sun., Oct. 21

OPEN YOUR HEART

Silent art auction/benefit featuring Tulsa's most acclaimed artists at Claussen Studio & Gallery, 1519 E. 15th St. Call 671-3556.

Oct. 22-Nov. 21

ARTWORKS EXHIBIT

Exhibit Featuring artist, W. Bennett Berry, at Holland Hall Holliman Gallery, 5666 E. 81st St. Mon., Wed., Fri. 10am-3pm, Tue., Thurs., 2-7pm. 481-1111 or hollandhall.org.

Tue., Oct. 23

ARTWORKS GALLERY TALK

Gallery talk featuring artist, W. Bennett Berry. 7pm. Holland Hall Holliman Gallery, 5666 E. 81st St. Reception free and open. 481-1111 or hollandhall.org.

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.

OFF CENTER

Reflects the marrow of separate, aligned compartments and misaligned priorities. Liggett Studio, 314 S. Kenosha, Thurs 5-8pm and Sat 1-4pm. Thru Oct. 24.

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. 21-22

A CHRISTMAS CAROL AUDITION

Calls for a large cast of adults and children, auditions at Muskogee Little Theatre, Cincinnati and D St. Muskogee, at 7pm. Go to muskogeelittletheatre.com or call 816-0688.

Ongoing

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. 18

COOKING FOR A CAUSE

Tulsa area charity event. 6:30pm. The Appliance Gallery by Metro Builders Supply, 3514 S. Peoria Ave. Email ahutchinson@trinitytulsa.org.

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.

Sat., Oct. 20

BENEFIT BREAKFAST

All you can eat for $5. Serving scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits, gravy, potatoes, pancakes at VFW Post 577, 1109 E. 6th St. 8-11am. 585-9148.

Sat., Oct. 20

CHILD ABUSE NETWORK

The Great Fall Fix-Up at "The Market." 10am-8pm. 8281 S. Harvard Ave. Call 619-4550.

Sat., Oct. 20

FLAG FOOTBALL

Tournament to benefit the United Way. $100 entry fee per team, eight man max roster. For entry form, email chris.berger@66fcu.org or call 841-1335.

Sat., Oct. 20

MARCH OF DIMES

March of Dimes Gala, at Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Call Lisa Hardin at 477-9199 for more information.

Wed., Oct. 24

LIFE BY CHOCOLATE

Leukemia & Lymphoma society fall fundraiser at Club 209 The Arts Bar, 209 N. Boulder Ave. 5:30-9pm. $5. 809-6637 or club209tulsa.com.

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...

Mon., Oct. 22

NANCY ISENBERG

Author discusses her book "Fallen Founder: The Life of Aaron Burr." For adults and teens. 12:10-12:50pm. Central Library. 596-7977.

Centennial Events...

Children

& Family...

Thurs., Oct. 18

ANCIENT TXT MESSAGE

Teen Read Week teaches the history of "LOL". 5:45-7:15pm. To Register call 596-2466. Helmerich Library.

Thurs., Oct. 18

RECYCLE OLYMPICS

Free, fun activity for students. 11am-5pm at Veterans Park, 1875 S. Boulder Drive. 918-585-5551 for registration.

Thurs., Oct. 18

TRANSFORM YOUR T-SHIRT

Hosted by Teen Read Week. 1-3pm. Pre-registration required call 669-6340. Martin Regional Library.

Oct. 18-Nov. 4

STATEHOOD ART CONTEST

The Oklahoma Historical Society invites children ages 4-12 to enter the art contest. Entry forms at okhistory.org, or at Okla. Historical Society, 2401 N. Laird Ave., Oklahoma City. 405-522-5241.

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

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. Thru Jan. 20.

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...

Thurs., Oct. 18

ERAGON

Movie based on popular fantasy book returns to Circle Cinema. 3:30pm.10 S. Lewis. Free. Call 585-FILM for showtimes.

Fri., Oct. 19

DEEP WATER

True story of the fateful voyage of Donald Crowhurst, an amateur yachtsman at Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. Call 592-FILM for showtimes.

Fri., Oct. 19

VIDEOGRAPHER NIGHT

Screenings by Tulsa filmmaker Zach Litwack. Free and open. 8pm at Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha Ave. 585-1234 or lostandfoundthefilm.com.

Sat., Oct. 20

VIDEO PRODUCTION WORKSHOP

Shoot and edit your own film. 10am-5pm at Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha Ave. $40 includes supplies. Call 585-1234 to enroll.

Sun., Oct. 21

HUNGRY HEARTS

Based on the short stories of Anzia Yezierska, one of the first immigrant authors to write about American Jewish women. 2pm and 4pm. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. Call 592-FILM for more.

Oct. 22-24

SHAKE THE DEVIL OFF

Six months after Hurricane Katrina, parishioners and musicians band together to prevent the closure of Saint Augustine Church in New Orleans. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. Call 592-FILM for showtimes.

Now Showing

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. Thru Dec. 7.

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. 18

ART DIRECTORS OF TULSA

Deanna Kuhlmann-Leavitt lecturing at Tulsa Little Theatre, 1511 S. Delaware Ave. 6:30-7:30pm social, 7:30-8:30 lecture. $10-$25. artdirectorsoftulsa.org.

Thurs., Oct. 18

TYPROS SPECIAL EVENTS CREW

Special Events Crew meeting, Te Kei's, 16th and Utica, 5:30pm, typros.org.

Oct. 20-21

JEHOVAH'S WITNESS

Jehovah's Witness Circuit Meeting Oklahoma 7S, at Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Call Darrell Barnes 249-4010 for more information.

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...

Sun., Oct. 21

GEORGE LOPEZ

Comedian George Lopez at Brady Theatre, 105 W. Brady, 8pm, $55.50. 58-BRADY or bradytheatre.com.

Oct. 24-28

LAUGHS AT LOONY BIN

Comedian Gabriel Rutledge with Earl Vaughan at Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial Dr. $6-$10. Call 459-1017 or go to loonybincomedy.com for showtimes.

Oct. 31-Nov. 4

LAUGHS AT LOONY BIN

Comedienne Julie Scoggins with Mike Speanburg at Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial Dr. $6-$10. Call 459-1017 or go to loonybincomedy.com for showtimes.

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...

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...

Sun., Oct. 21

HISPANIC HISTORY PROJECT

Discover life growing up Latino in Oklahoma. 3-5pm. Martin Regional Library. 669-6340.

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.

Tue., Oct. 23

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. $85. Go to tulsaglobalalliance.org/SpecialEvents or call 591-4750.

Wed., Oct. 24

PONCA CLASSES

Classes cover Ponca phrases and tribal history. 6:30-7:30pm. For teens and adults. Maxwell Park Library. 669-6055.

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...

Fri., Oct. 19

BALLET CLASS

Teens & adults, 9:30-11am or 5:30-6:30pm, 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. 18-21

OKTOBERFEST

RiverWalk fall classic event. 5-11pm, Thursday; 11am-11:30pm, Friday; 10am-11:30pm, Saturday; 11am-6pm, Sunday. 2100 S. Jackson. www.tulsaoktoberfest.org

Oct. 19-20

HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

Featuring the first annual Miss Balloons over Hugo Beauty Pageant at the Hugo Agriplex, 5th & Rena St., Hugo. 4-9pm Friday, 7-9pm Saturday. $4. balloonsoverhugo.com.

Sat., Oct. 20

WINE AND POLO FESTIVAL

The first annual Wine, Cheese & Polo Festival at Tatanka Ranch, 8235 N. 48 Rd., Stroud. 11am-6pm. thetatankaranch.com or 368-2251 for more.

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...

Thurs., Oct. 18

ROSE PROTECTION

Tulsa Rose Society teaches winter protection for roses. 12-1 pm. Tulsa Garden Center auditorium. 2435 S. Peoria. Door Prizes. www.tulsagardencenter.com.

Oct. 18-21

BARREL RACING

American Barrel Racing Association Finals, at Expo Square, 21st and Yale. 8am-10pm. 376-6000 or exposquare.com.

Fri., Oct. 19

FALL LOCAL FOODS DINNER

Exclusive dinner by Living Kitchen with locally grown and produced ingredients, 7pm at All Souls Unitarian Church. $75. RSVP to sustainabletulsa.org or 808-6576.

Oct. 19-20

MID AMERICA EQUINE

Mid-America Equine & Performance at Explorer Arena and Barn, Mustang Arena and Super Duty Barn. 8am-10pm. Free and open. Expo Square, 21st and Yale. 376-6000 or exposquare.com.

Oct. 20 & 21

KEEPING UP WITH KEEPERS

Last chance to 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.

Mon., Oct. 22

GARDEN SPEAKER

Oklahoma Centennial Botannical Gardens hosts speaker, Pearl Garrison. Tulsa Archaeological Society; 914 N. 1st St. Jenks.

Tue., Oct. 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

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. 18-28

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.

Oct. 18-31

PUMPKIN PATCH

5th Annual St. Stephen's Methodist Pumpkin Patch. Open 9am-8pm Monday thru Saturday; 12pm-8pm Sundays. $2. 400 W. New Orleans St. Broken Arrow, OK. 918-455-4202.

Oct. 19-20, 26-27

FROZEN MORGUE

CarnEvil...The Revenge and The Darkness. Also games, concessions and kids activities. $6-$8 in Chouteau. Visit frozenmorgue.com for more.

Oct. 19-20, 26-27, 31

PSYCHO PATH

A walk/ride through on a haunted Hollywood trail, and Maniac Maze, 1517 E. 106th St. North in Sperry. Dusk-11pm. $15. psychopathhaunt.com or 288-7685.

Mon., Oct. 22

SCARY IN SPERRY

Sperry Library hosts Halloween party. Food, games, and music. 6-7pm. Sperry Library. 591-4690.

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.

Oct. 29-31

FROZEN MORGUE

CarnEvil...The Revenge and The Darkness. Also games, concessions and kids activities. $6-$8 in Chouteau. Visit frozenmorgue.com for more.

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...

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.

Thurs., Oct. 25

EXERSCIZ SOLUTION

New fat burning program at Tulsa Hilton Gardens South, 8202 S. 100th E. Ave. Free. 260-2700 or fullcirclewellnessconsulting.com.

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.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS

Narcotics Anonymous is an international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts. Call 747-0017 for Tulsa area meetings or go to na.org.

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. 18

MAKING SMALL BUSINESS BIG BUSINESS

The American Marketing Association chapter luncheon. 11:30am, Embassy Suites, 3332 S. 79th E. Ave. $10-$25. amatulsa.com or 748-1966.

Fri., Oct. 19

BASIC COMPUTER

Really basic computer class. 1-3pm. For adults and teens. Hardesty Regional Library Computer Lab. 250-7307.

Fri., Oct. 19

COMPUTER CLASS

Intermediate MS Excel. For adults and teens. 1-3pm. Central Library Computer Training Room. 596-7977.

Fri., Oct. 19

SCRAPBOOK CLASS

Bring your old jewel cases to use as scrapbook materials at the Broken Arrow Library. 1-2pm. Preregistration is required. Call 251-5359 to register. 300 W. Broadway, Broken Arrow.

Fri., Oct. 19

YEAR END PAYROLL SEMINAR

Covering issues of year-end payroll processing. 8am-4pm. Embassy Suites Hotel, 3332 S. 79th E. Ave. To register, call (210) 224-6406 or go to americanpayroll.org.

Oct. 19-20

I.T. CONFERENCE

Including software development products, information security and technologies at OSU-Tulsa, 700 N. Greenwood. $20-$40. 8-5pm. Go to tulsatechfest.com for more info.

Oct. 19-20

WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Achieve your dreams and lead with purpose at Double Tree Warren Place, 6110 S. Yale. Register at engagelifeinstitute.org. 224-8286.

Sat., Oct. 20

GENEALOGY

Liz Walker tours online geneology services for free. 10:30am-noon. Genealogy Center 2901 S. Harvard. 746-5222.

Sat., Oct. 20

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Led by photographer and cinematographer, Jerry Poppenhouse, at Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve, 12 miles southwest of Bartlesville on Hwy 123. 7am-6pm. $40. To register, call 336-0307 ext. 10.

Tue., Oct. 23

ESTATE PLANNING

Everything you ever wanted to know about planning your estate. 6-8pm. Reserve seats by calling 596-7985. Hardesty Regional Library. 250-7307.

Tue., Oct. 23

GRANT SEEKING BASICS

Workshop providing the basic knowledge needed to seek out grant funds. 9:30-11:30am. Central Library. 596-7977.

Tue., Oct. 23

MS WORD

Do even more with MS Word using some of its most powerful features. 6-8pm. Hardesty Regional Library Computer Lab. 250-7307.

Wed., Oct. 24

ADVANCED INTERNET

Advanced internet training for teens and adults. 6-8pm. Hardesty Regional Library Computer Lab. 250-7307.

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...

Sat., Oct. 20

FLEA MARKET

Flea Market at Expo Square Trade Center. 8am-4pm. Expo Square, 21st and Yale. 376-6000 or exposquare.com.

Oct. 20-21

WANEMACHER'S TULSA ARMS SHOW

Largest arms show in the world, 8am-7pm, at the Expo Square, 21st and Yale. 376-6000 or exposquare.com.

Tue., Oct. 22

DIVERSITY DAY

Oklahomans for Equality will have a booth at the Tulsa Community College Diversity Day fair at TCC southeast campus, 10300 E. 81st St. 595-7000 or tulsacc.edu.

Thurs., Oct. 25

CAMPFIRE TEENS PARTY

Facilitators introduce the Oklahomans for Equality/Camp Fire USA, Teens in Action program, 7pm, at the Equality Center, 621 E. Fourth St. 743-4297.

Sat., Oct. 27

ARTS AND CRAFTS BAZAAR

ESA Benefit Arts and Crafts Bazaar at Oliver Middle School, 101st St. between 129th and 145th. 9am-5pm. Free. Call 251-0617 for more information.

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. 18

LEONA MITCHEL

Opera star Leona Mitchell in concert at the Jazz Hall, 5 S. Boston. $50 & $75. 7:30pm. 596-1001 or okjazz.org.

Thurs., Oct. 18

RANDY TRAVIS

Featuring his full band performing his #1 hits at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 S.E. Adams. 6:30pm. $46-$72.50. 336-2787 or bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.

Thurs., Oct. 18

SOUND PROOF

With local heartthrob David Cook. 5-7:30pm, with music from 6-7pm. Tulsa Press Club, 415 S. Boston. Drink specials and appetizers from Atlas Grill.

Thurs., Oct. 18

VIVA LA BANDS TOUR

Featuring Cradle of Filth, cKy Gwar and Vains of Jenna, $30, doors at 5:30pm, Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

Fri., Oct. 19

ALICE IN CHAINS

The Acoustic Hour: An intimate unplugged engagement, sold out, at Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Try to find a scalper.

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

2007 SPOT MUSIC AWARDS

Local bands receive Spot entertainment awards. Doors at 7pm. $10. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

Sat., Oct. 20

BLANKETS, UNDERWEAR AND SOCKS

Concert to benefit the Day Center for the Homeless, with Pete Astor and Joesf Glaude. 7pm at the Church of the Resurrection, 4804 S. Fulton.

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.

Sat., Oct. 20

BLUES HARMONICA FEST

Jimmy Markham hosts a tribute to the great harmonica players in today's scene with classes and an evening concert at the Jazz Hall, 5 S. Boston. 11am-10pm. 596-1001 or okjazz.org.

Sun., Oct. 21

CHOIR CONCERT

Trinity Choir Concert at 6pm. 501 S. Cincinnati. 528-4128.

Sun., Oct. 21

SWINGIN' & DANCIN'

Trumpet player Dave Johnson heads up big band jazz musicians playing the sounds of the Count Basie Band at the Jazz Hall, 5 S. Boston. 5pm. 596-1001 or okjazz.org.

Tue., Oct. 23

DOOBIE BROTHERS

With special guest David Dover at the Brady Theatre, 105. W. Brady. $39.50-$59.50. 7:30pm. 58-BRADY or bradytheatre.com.

Tue., Oct. 23

MINUS THE BEAR

Featuring openers Helio Sequence and Tiny Vipers. Doors at 7pm. $18.95 advance, $20.25 day of. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

Wed., Oct. 24

INSANE CLOWN POSSE

Featuring openers Necro, Boondox and Motown Rage. Doors at 6:30pm. $34.50 advance, $36.75 day of. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.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.

Fri., Oct. 26

THE DAVID CROWDER BAND

Featuring Phil Wickman and The Myriad. Doors at 7pm. $24 advance, $29 day of. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

Sat., Oct. 27

FREAKERS BALL

Thirty bands on five stages plus a costume contest at 11pm. Doors at 7pm. $11 advance, $13 day of. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

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.

Sun., Oct. 28

RAISIN THE BAR TOUR

Featuring Jason Michael Carroll and Bucky Covington. Doors at 7pm. $24 advance, $28 day of. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

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

RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS

Featuring Hawthorne Heights, Amber Pacific and New Years Day. Doors at 7pm. $25. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. 866-443-8849 or cainsballroom.com.

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. 20

PHOENIX DANCE

Phoenix Singles Fellowship dance with DJ Steve Sherrick. $7. 8pm. Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard. 747-8601 or phoenix-singles.org.

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...

Sat., Oct. 27

PRAYER CIRCLE

Prayer Circle at 5pm. Bring a rattle or a drum. Call Robert Running Buffalo at 543-6534.

Sat., Oct. 27

VALUE OF A WOMAN CONFERENCE

June Hunt will be speaking about forgiveness at Asbury United Methodist Church, 6767 S. Mingo, 9am-2:30pm. $20 includes lunch. Lunch reservations due by Oct. 22. Call 392-1191.

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. 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

BIKE TREK

Families and bicycle enthusiasts choose from five rides between 6:30-9am. $25. Osage Prairie Trail, OSU-Tulsa, 700 N. Greenwood. Go to okcentennialtrek.com.

Sat., Oct. 20

THAI BOXING

Fights at Adams Muay Thai, 4107 S. 72nd E. Ave. Doors at 6pm, fights at 7pm. $20. 488-0707 or adamsmuaythai.com.

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. 20-21

LOCAL PLAYER TRYOUTS

The Tulsa 66ers local player tryouts at the Broken Arrow Community Center, 1500 S. Main St., Broken Arrow. Go to tulsa66ers.com for more.

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...

Thurs., Oct. 18

WHODUNIT

Broken Arrow Library hosts a land run-inspired murder mystery night. 7-8pm. 300 W. Broadway, Broken Arrow. Call 251-5359 for info.

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. 18-20

SAME TIME, NEXT YEAR

Muskogee Little Theatre, Cincinnati & D St., Muskogee, presents romantic comedy. Curtain at 8pm. $12. 683-4901 or muskogeelittletheatre.com for tix and info.

Fri., Oct. 19

D.A.V. BENEFIT

Tulsa Spotlight Theatre, 1381 Riverside Drive, presents a benefit performance of The Drunkard and Olio for Tulsa's disabled American veterans. 7:30pm. $12. Call 587-5030 for reservations.

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. 19-27

OLD FASHIONED POISON CANDY

Treats and terror at Nightingale Theater, 1416 E. 4th St. Call 633-8666.

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.

Sat., Oct. 20

EYE CANDY BURLESQUE

The ladies of Eye Candy Burlesque celebrate their first sweet year of success at The Continental, 421 E. 1st St. 8pm. $8. 592-7844.

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.