Events

At The

Galleries...

Sat., Jan. 19

ARTISTS IN ACTION

Live demonstrations of realistic watercolor by Anke Dodson, impressionistic oil by Carla Perry and acrylic/water media by Barbara O'Neil. 11am-3pm at Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square. Call 742-0515 for more.

Sun., Jan.20

ARTCORE BRAINSTORM

It's raining ideas and interests. Middle and high school students are invited to come up with a new spring project. 2pm at Living ArtSpace, 308 S Kenosha. Go to livingarts.org or call 585-1234 for more information.

Wed., Jan. 23

ART 21: WORKSHOP

For educators using segments from the PBS special series Art 21, 4-5:30pm at Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. $15.

Sat., Jan. 26

ARTISTS IN ACTION

Featuring acrylic minimalism by Linda McIntrye; inventive acrylic by Bob Reed and collage/water media by Margaret Enright. 11am-3pm at Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square. Call 742-0515 for more.

Feb. 1-29

ART WORKS FOR ART LOVERS

No date for Valentine's? Treat yourself to a lovin' spoonful of art at Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square.

Hours are Tue.-Sat. 10am-5:30pm or by appointment. 742-0515.

Sat., Feb. 9

ART LOVERS SATURDAY

Trunk show with jewelry by Jeff Choates. 11am-3pm. Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square. 742-0515.

Ongoing

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.

ATROCITIES: MAN'S INHUMANITIES

Installation by Eric Humphries at Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha. Call 585-1234. Thru Jan. 24.

BRICE STEPHENS ART

Art opening for Brice Stephens' new paintings at Lola's at the Bowery, 5 E. Brady. 7-9pm. Free and open. Call 582 7995 for more information.

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.

A CHEROKEE PERSPECTIVE

Exhibit reveals the struggles and triumphs experienced by the Cherokee people over the last 100 years. At the Cherokee Heritage Center in Park Hill. Call 456-6007 or go to CherokeeHeritage.org. Thru April 19.

THE COLORS OF LIVING

Giclee prints of the digital art of Tulsan Dennis R. Scott. The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center Gellery, 621 E. 4th St. The exhibit will remain up through the month of January, and can be viewed Mon.-Sat. 3-9pm.

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.

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT

Devoted to the noted architect's decorative and graphic designs. Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. For more info call 749-7941 or visit philbrook.org. Thru Jan. 20.

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.

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.

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 Glassblowing Studio, 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 POLITICS AND CONGRESS

Learn about the people who represented the Sooner State in Congress. Tulsa Historical Society, 2445 S. Peoria, 712-9484, tulsahistory.org.

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.

REGARDING WHIMSY: TO SEE THE SERENE

Sculpture by Eric Baker at TAC Gallery, 9 E. Brady. Show thru Jan. 26. Free and open. Go to tacgallery.org or call 592-0041.

STARVING ARTISTS

Contribute to contemporary art in Tulsa by joining Living Arts, 308 S Kenosha Ave. Go to livingarts.org/membership.htm or call 585-1234 for more.

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.

VIEWS OF ROME

This exhibit looks at eleven large prints made in the late 18th and early 19th centuries printmakers Giovanni Piranesi and Luigi Rossini. Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd. Thru Jan. 13.

WAITE PHILLIPS

The man and his legacy of contributing toward making Tulsa the city it is today at Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 S. Rockford Rd. Thru May 4.

Auditions..

Jan. 17-20

MAYFEST MUSIC APPLICATIONS

The Performing Arts Committee has extended the deadline to Jan. 22 for musician applications for the 36th annual Tulsa International Mayfest, May 15-18. Go to tulsamayfest.org or drop by 321 S. Boston, Ste. 101, for a form.

Ongoing

CALL FOR MAYFEST ARTISTS

Visual artists who want to be a part of Mayfest can submit an application at www.zapplication.org to be one of the exclusive artists accepted to festival. Call the Mayfest office at 582-6435 for more.

CHORUS

The Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus, rehearsals, auditions for singers and performers, 7-10pm Monday, Union Intermediate High Scool, 7616 S. Garnett. 379-0868.

DOWNTOWN VARIETY SHOW

Now Interviewing Talent. Call 521-3299.

ORIGINAL PLAY CONTEST SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED

Heller Theatre's original play contest for new dramatists. Mail submissions to: Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, Tulsa, OK 74105 by April 1. Call 746-5065 for more.

TULSA OPERA CHORUS AUDITIONS

Must read music. Positions paid. More info & audition scheduling at Mr. Protopapas, 582-4035, x 19.

Benefits...

Jan. 17-31

PROJECT WARMTH

Sponsored by the News on 6. Drop off blankets, quilts and comforters at any of the 11 area LaMode Cleaners locations, or five Western Sun Federal Credit Union locations. Visit kotv.com for more.

Tues., Jan. 22

FUNDRAISER AT MELTING POT

Oklahoma Artist Kelie Myers Brown supports St. Jude Children's Hospital at The Melting Pot Birthday Benefit from 5-8pm. $50 per person includes a four-course fondue meal and a complimentary gift. At the Riverwalk in Jenks. RSVP to 299-8000.

Sat., Jan. 26

TULSA ICE BOWL

Get your fingerless mittens on for the annual charity disc golf tournament benefiting the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. 9am and 11am at Riverside Park, 41st St. and Riverside Dr., no matter the weather. Entry fee is $15 or five cans of food and $12, and additional food donations are welcome. Register on site at least 30 min. before tee time.

Sat., Feb. 2

MARDI GRAS GALA

Fifth annual Mardi Gras Gala fundraising event for the OK Aquarium from 7pm-12am. Live music, Cajun cuisine and recreations of Bourbon Street, Jackson Square and the southern gardens of New Orleans. $150 per couple. 300 S. Aquarium Dr., Jenks. Call 528-1555 or go to okaquarium.org for more.

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.

Children

& Family...

Jan. 17-Feb. 11

INDIAN HEALTH CARE ART CONTEST

Theme: "How do you stay active?" Open to Native American children in K-5th grade. Artwork must be original. For more information contact Emily Bolusky at twomoons@ihcrc.org or 382-1206

Jan. 17-Feb. 23

PLAY READING

A variety of both classic and youth oriented plays. Ages 10-18. Sat., 11am-noon at Clark Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral. $22. Call 669-6455.

Mon., Jan.21

SEA CAMP

"You and Me Under the Sea" with Martin Luther King Jr.. For grades K-5, 9am-4pm. $50 per child. Pre-registration is required by Jan. 17. 300 S. Aquarium Dr., Jenks. Call 528-1508 or go to education@okaquarium.org.

Mon., Jan.21

AIR AND SPACE CAMP

Campers bring a lunch and drink. Reservations required and enrollment is limited. Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave. $35 for non-museum members.Go to tulsaairandspacemuseum.com or call 834-9900 x123 for more.

Sun., Jan.20

ARTCORE BRAINSTORM

Jan. 30-April 16

HOME SCHOOL DRAMA

Designed for home-schooled students aged 10-17. Wed., 9-11 pm at Clark Theatre, 11440 E. Admiral. $85. Call 669-6455.

Tue., Feb. 5

OH, DEWEY!

Quirky adventures with the Dewey Decimal System at Central Library, 4th and Denver Ave. 7pm. Free and open, refreshments included. Visit tulsalibrary.org.

Mon., Feb. 18

SEA CAMP

"Ocean Commotion," an enriching camp experience and a convenient option for working parents. For grades K-5, 9am-4pm. $50 per child. Pre-registration required by Feb. 14. 300 S. Aquarium Dr., Jenks. Call 528-1508 or go to education@okaquarium.org.

March 6-9

HAYES FAMILY OZARK STREAM

Grand opening of the Aquarium's first exhibit of mammals, beavers, raccoons and playful river otters that appreciates the vital importance of Oklahoma stream habitats. 300 S. Aquarium Dr., Jenks. Go to okaquarium.org for more.

Ongoing

YOUTH RUGBY

Ages 7-14.10-lesson curriculum with one hour sessions twice a week, Mon. and Wed. beginning in Feb. $60 for YMCA members and $75 for non-members. Contact Zach Bible at zbible@ymcatulsa.org or call 728-3943 for more info.

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 offers a 10-week session of Music Together, a music and movement program for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers. Call 794-0330 or visit tulsaconservatory.com for more.

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!

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

For ages 3-5. Various times and locations. Call 596-7977 or visit www.tulsalibrary.org for the storytime nearest you.

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...

Jan. 17, 20, 22, 24

HELVETICA

Feature-length independent film about typography, graphic design and global visual culture. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis, 6:30-9pm. $10-$25. Go to ArtDirectorsofTulsa.org.

Fri., Jan. 18

THE DIVING BELL AND THE BUTTERFLY

Woah! Having a bad week is nothing compared to writing your memoir via bats of the eye to beautiful French women. The real-life memoir of Jean-Dominique Bauby, world-renowned editor of French "Elle" magazine. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis. 592-FILM for showtimes.

Fri., Jan. 18

10 QUESTIONS FOR THE DALAI LAMA

Explorer Rick Ray examines some of the fundamental questions of our time as he journeys through India and the Middle East and meets the Dalai Lama at his monastery in Dharamsala, India. Free and open. Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston Ave. 682-6624.

Fri., Jan. 18

SILENT MOVIE NIGHT

Words are so overrated, who needs 'em? The Sooner State Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society shows Wings, the only silent movie ever to win an Academy Award. Tulsa Technology Center Seminar Center, 129th E. Ave. and 111th. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Show at 7pm, free and open.

Sat., Jan. 19

PALE MALE

A red-tailed hawk has taken up residence. Known to locals as "Pale Male," the hawk courts, breeds, and hunts as its urban fans root for its survival. With Tulsa Zoo. Circle Cinema at 10 S. Lewi Call 592-FILM for more.

Jan. 25 & 26

THE ROAD WARRIOR

Midnight Movie at the Circle Cinema, 10. S. Lewis. Call 592-3456 for showtimes.

Jan. 27, 29, 31

KURT COBAIN: ABOUT A SON

Showing at the Circle Cinema, 10. S. Lewis. Call 592-3456 for showtimes.

Fri., Feb. 1

STARTING OUT IN THE EVENING

Showing at the Circle Cinema, 10. S. Lewis. Call 592-3456 for showtimes.

Fri., March 21

4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS

Showing at the Circle Cinema, 10. S. Lewis. Call 592-3456 for showtimes.

Now Showing

I AM LEGEND

Robert Neville is a brilliant scientist, but even he could not contain the terrible virus that was unstoppable. Showing at Cinemark IMAX Theatre, 10802 E. 71st St. Call 307-2629 or go to cinemark.com for showtimes.

ASTRONAUT

Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space and encounter the perils that await space travelers. At the Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave.

NATIVE AMERICAN SKIES

Discover what patterns the American Indians saw in the heavens that represented their history and everyday life. At the Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave.

OASIS IN SPACE

The ESky Solar System 3DAdventure transports the audience through the universe in search of liquid water - a key ingredient for life on earth. At the Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave.

SEA MONSTERS 3D

Visit the bottom of the ocean at Cinemark IMAX Theater, 10802 E. 71st St. Call 307-2629 for showtimes.

Clubs/

Meetings..

Jan. 17-April 1

LEADERSHIP OKLAHOMA

Now accepting applications for its 2008-2009 class. The program consists of forums based on the belief that knowledge is a key element of leadership. Applications may be downloaded from leadershipoklahoma.com or requested by calling 405-848-0001. oing

Ongoing

ADDICTION RECOVERY MINISTRY (ARMY)

Tuesday evenings at 7pm. Father's House, 7727 E 41st Street, 664-5420, www.fhtulsa.org.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

Offered by St. John Hospice for those who have lost a loved one through illness, Tues., 5:30-7pm and Thurs., 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Call 747-7901.

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.

BRIDGE CLUB

The Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm at Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Free. Call 746-3780 for more.

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

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE

Support group for those coping with a loss. Mental Health Association, 1870 S. Boulder. Every first and third Thursday of the month. 6:30-8pm.

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., Jan. 18

LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV

Join them as they shake our collective fist at Old Man Winter at 8pm at Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling. Tickets are $5 at the door. Call 746-5065 for more info.

Jan. 16-20

THE SINGING COWBOY

Comedian John Wesley Austin at Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial. Call 459-1017 or go toloonybincomedy.com for more.

Tues., Jan. 22

OPEN IMPROV WORKSHOPS

Need an appropriate outlet for those dramatic outbursts? Laughing Matter Improv has open improv workshops on Tuesdays from 5:30-7pm at Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling, for folks18 years and older. 746-5065 or hellertheatre.com.

Ongoing

LAUGHING MATTER IMPROV

Learn from Tulsa's longest running comedy improv troupe every Tues. 5:30-7pm. Free. 18 and older. Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling. Call 746-5065 or go to 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...

Tue., Feb. 5

PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION

Hate the President? Vote, dammit! To register and locate your polling place, contact the Election Board, 555 N. Denver Ave., 596-5780 or www.tulsacounty.org.

Tue., July 29

PRIMARY ELECTION

Hate the President? Your local leaders? Vote, dammit! To register and locate your polling place, contact the Election Board, 555 N. Denver Ave., 596-5780 or www.tulsacounty.org.

Tue., Aug. 26

RUNOFF PRIMARY ELECTION

Hate the President? Your local leaders? Vote, dammit! To register and locate your polling place, contact the Election Board, 555 N. Denver Ave., 596-5780 or www.tulsacounty.org.

Tue., Nov. 4

GENERAL ELECTION

Hate the President? Your local leaders? Vote, dammit! To register and locate your polling place, contact the Election Board, 555 N. Denver Ave., 596-5780 or www.tulsacounty.org.

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.

FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES

Family & Children's Services needs volunteers. Sign up for one-time, seasonal or ongoing projects. Email estudebaker@fcsok.org or call 560-1128.

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.

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.

VOLUNTEER FOR OKEQ

Looking for smart, energetic folks to help run the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th St., facilitate programs and more. For info, call 743-4297.

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.,Jan. 20

REMEMBERING MARTIN LUTHER KING

Commemorative service hosted by Boston Avenue Methodist Church downtown, 6pm. Free and open to the public.

on.,Jan. 21

Mon.,Jan. 21

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. PARADE

"Dr. King's Dream: Wake Up and Work It Out!" featuring speaker Reverend Terrell Davis. Line forms at 10am at the corner of Pine and Cincinnati and proceeds east to Greenwood and south through the Greenwood Bus. District.

Feb. 8-10

TULSA INDIAN ART FESTIVAL

A celebration of Native American art and culture at the Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. $6. 749-6073 or www.tulsaindianartfest.com for more.

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., Jan. 19

PHOENIX DANCE

Christ United Methodist Church, 3515 S. Harvard. Mingling starts at 8-11:30pm. The cost is $7 with free childcare until 10pm. Call 747-8601 for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

BELLY DANCE WORKSHOP

Pot bellies not required, but encouraged. One-day seminar on Egyptian Raks Sharqi, 9am-3pm, with an evening performance at 7:30pm at the Ramada Tulsa Airport South, 1010 N. Garnett Rd. Workshop is $65 and evening performance is $15. For more, go to shadia.com or call 361-5386.

Sat., Jan. 26

WINTER CARNIVAL

Dance at the Elks Lodge, 5335 S. Harvard. 7pm. Dressy casual, no jeans. $5 BDT members, $10 nonmembers. Go to BallroomDancersofTulsa.org or call 299-7662.

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 CLASSES

Learn flamenco, ballet, tap or hop/hop for all ages, at Cherry Street Studios, 2908 E. 15th St. Call 749-5775 for class schedule.

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...

Flora & Fauna...

Thurs., Jan. 17

PORTRAITS OF A GARDEN

Tulsa Garden Center amateur photography contest and exhibit. Opening reception 5-7pm. Exhibit runs thru Feb. 2. 2435 S. Peoria. 746-5125 or www.tulsagardencenter.com.

Thurs., Jan. 17

THE GARDENS OF PHILBROOK

Tulsa Garden Center presents Brown Bag Lecture, 12-1pm in the Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria. Free to the public. Bring your lunch. Call 746-5125 or tulsagardencenter.com.

Sat., March 8

BOW MEOW LUAU

To benefit the cat and dog-friendly folks at the Humane Society of Tulsa. Location and time TBA. To make early reservations, call 250-DOGS or visit tulsapets.com.

Sat., April 26

JENKS HERB AND PLANT FESTIVAL

Peruse hundreds booths of different plants, herbs, and spices. Children's area and food vendors also available. Main Street, Jenks. 299-5005, info@jenkschamber.com.

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.

SPONSOR A CAGE

Feel warm and fuzzy knowing you're helping an animal in need. Donate some cash and get your name on a special plaque at the Humane Society of Tulsa, 6808 S. Memorial. 250-DOGS or tulsapets.com for more.

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

Health & Well Being...

Thurs., Jan. 17

FITNESS FOR THE NEW YEAR

Doug Whirley of Results Custom Fitness teaches how to plan and stick to a fitness program that works. 7-8pm at Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.

Thurs., Jan. 17

THE P.A.T.H.

Jump start your healthy butt and take some classes at the PATH Medical Spa and Clinic, 6125 S. Sheridan. Learn all about detoxification and nutrition from Teresa Wilkinson, RN, OMD at 6:30pm. RSVP to 494-0082.

Sat., Jan. 19

EATING HEALTHY ON A BUDGET

Natural and organic foods and some simple tips on saving money. 10-11am at Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.

Thurs., Jan. 24

EATING HEALTHY ON THE RUN

Learn some shortcuts for incorporating healthy snacks and foods in your diet. 7-8pm at Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.

Sat., Jan. 26

COOKING WITH JOYCE

Learn the basics of preparing raw foods in this (un)cooking class. 2-3pm at Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.

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.

BIOFEEDBACK

Treatment for headaches, pain management and other stress-related disorders. For more information, call 748-9868.

BRAIN AEROBICS

Mon. - Fri., 9:30-10:30am. $20/month. Henthorne Active Life Center, 4825 S. Quaker Ave., 746-5053

CHAIR YOGA

Chair yoga at West Oak Retirement Center, 1002 W. Fairfax, Skiatook. Wednesdays at 11:30am. Call Lucy, 633-8890, for more information.

FITNESS ROOM

Available during business hours. $30/month for unlimited use. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053.

FREE YOGA

Free yoga class. 12pm Mondays. Yoga Room, 3403 S. Peoria, 808-9642.

GENTLE YOGA

Gentle yoga at 9am Thursdays at All Souls Church, 30th and Peoria. Bring mats. Call Lucy, 633-8890, for more information.

GROWING STRONGER

A total body conditioning class designed for beginning to intermediate senior adults. Tues. and Thurs., 10-11am. $30 a month, at Hillcrest Hospital, 1265 S. Utica Ave. Call 579-4959.

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.

HIV TESTING

Mon.-Thurs. 6-8pm and Sat. 4-7pm or by appointment. Free. Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th St. 743-4297 for more.

JAZZERCISE

Mon., Tues., and Thurs., 9:45-10:45am and Tues., 5:25-6:20pm at the Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. $30 per month or $15 per walk-in class. Call Colleen Lacy at 494-7075.

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.

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.

TAI CHI CHUAN

At the Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. $10 per class. Tues., 6:30-7:30pm, Wed., 10-11am and Sat., 11:30am-12:30pm. Call Jim Truster at 812-3033.

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-KWON-DO

American style Tae-Kwon-Do at Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Mondays and Thursdays, 5-6:30pm. $40 a month, Call Dale Harris at 267-5991.

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

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

Inner Peace yoga, 91st and Memorial, Tuesdays at 9:30am. Call Lucy, 633-8890, for more information.

YOGA

Yoga at Waterstone Spa, Skiatook, Tues.at 7pm, Wed. at 10am. Call Waterstone, 396-0079, or Lucy, 633-8890, for more information.

YOGA FLEX

Sixty min. Hatha Yoga class includes focusing on breath, training the mind as well as body. Tues. and Thus., noon-1pm. $30 a month at Hillcrest Hospital, 1265 S. Utica Ave. Call 579-4959.

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., Jan. 17

BROWN BAG LECTURE

"The Gardens of Philbrook." 12-1pm. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria. 746-5125 or www.tulsagardencenter.com.

Thurs., Jan. 17

BARBERSHOP SHOP

The TU Student Activity Center, 2842 E. 8th St., is hosting an informative workshop, "Women's Barbershop Workshop." Learn about the art form of barbershop singing, see a performance and learn a song. Go to utulsa.edu.

Thurs., Jan. 17

FIGHT STYLES

Learn how to fight like a dwarf or elf of Middle Earth. Tony Wolf, fight styles director for "The Lord of the Rings," lectures on physical theater and film at the Seretean Center of the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University. 7pm. Free and open. Call the OSU Theatre Department at (405) 744-6094 or visit http://theatre.okstate.edu for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

AAA CRUISE AND TRAVEL SHOW

Vacation and travel experts present the latest in getaway information and ideas at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center, 71st St. and Hwy. 169. 10am-2pm. Call 748-1021 for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

COOKING WITH KEN

It's cold outside, but Chef Ken Oliver demonstrates hot Acorn Squash Soup. 2-3pm at Wild Oats, 41st and Peoria. Call 712-7555.

Tue., Jan. 22

SCOTT SIMON @ TU

National Public Radio correspondent, Scott Simon will be delivering TU's presidential lecture at 8pm in the Great Hall at TU's Allen Chapman Activity Center, 800 S. Tucker Drive. Free and open.

Jan. 22, 26

TEAM IN TRAINING

Team In Training Spring Information Meetings at 6pm, Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Go to teamintraining.org/ok or call 405-943-8888.

Thurs., Jan. 24

WATER ISSUE PROGRAMS

Water planning issues in the state. 9am-12pm and how to access water data from fed and state agencies 2-4pm. Central Library, 4th St. and Denver Ave., Preregistration is required and limited. Call 596-7946.

Sat., Jan. 26

MR. HENRY'S BOOKS TEACHER WORKSHOP

Featuring the works of Louis Sachar. For 4th-8th grade teachers. $10. 8:30am-12pm. Aaronson Auditorium, Central Library, 400 Civic Center. Call 581-8592 to register.

Jan. 29 & 30

TEAM IN TRAINING

Team In Training Spring Information Meetings at 6pm, Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl. Go to teamintraining.org/ok or call 405-943-8888.

Fri., Feb. 1

HIDEAWAY COLLAGE PROJECT

Hideaway Pizza Collage Project. Registration Deadline: Feb. 1. Entry Deadline: March 1 & 2 Go to collage2000.com for more.

Sat., Feb. 2

ACTION ACTING 101

Martial Arts for actors. 1-5pm. $50. Call 758-7039 for more information or email workshop@stagecombatschool.com.

Sat., March 1

ACTION ACTING 101

Simple Stunts You Can Do. 1-5pm. $50. Call 758-7039 for more information or email workshop@stagecombatschool.com.

Sat., April 12

ACTION ACTING 101

Sword Fighting Essentials. 1-5pm. $50. Call 758-7039 for more information or email workshop@stagecombatschool.com.

Sat., May 3

ACTION ACTING 101

Cutting Edge Knife Fighting. 1-5pm. $50. Call 758-7039 for more information or email workshop@stagecombatschool.com.

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 LESSONS

Learn the basics of guitar playing at Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Mon., 6-8pm and Thurs., 6-8:30pm. Call Lonnie Rice at 291-8639.

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., Jan. 17

THE GARDENS OF PHILBROOK

Tulsa Garden Center presents Brown Bag Lecture, 12-1pm in the Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria. Free to the public. Bring your lunch. Call 746-5125 or tulsagardencenter.com.

Sat., Jan. 19

AAA CRUISE AND TRAVEL SHOW

Vacation and travel experts present the latest in getaway information and ideas at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center, 71st St. and Hwy. 169. 10am-2pm. Call 748-1021 for more.

Jan. 19-27

RESTAURANT WEEK

Devour Downtown Tulsa Restaurant Week, a product of Downtown Tulsa Unlimited, means that downtown restaurants will offer $5 or $10 lunch and $15 dinner specials, during this week. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to TPD's Downtown Bicycle Fund. tulsadowntown.org.

Jan. 19-20

GUN AND KNIFE SHOW

Don't get mugged no more. Look at more than 450 tables of guns and knives 9am-5pm Sat. and 9am-4pm on Sun. At the Expo Square Trade Center, 4401 E. 21st St. Tix are $10 and good for both days. Call 744-1113 or go to exposquare.com for more.

Mon., Jan. 21

TULSA HORSE COURSE

It's a horse of course! Instructed equine courses covering horse health, feeds, breeding management and more at Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St. 6-10pm. $50. Pre-Registration required. Call 746-3725.

Thurs., Feb. 28

COPPER SPEAKEASY

Go back in time to the 20s-era Hollywood. Live music, hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, free to public. Themed clothing encouraged. Copper Restaurant and Bar, Price Tower Arts Center, Bartlesville. 336-4949, ext. 107.

Thurs., March 6

WEATHER SAFETY TOUR

Live weather show with KJRH Channel 2. 7pm. Cleveland Event Center, Cleveland, OK. Free and open to the public. For more, go to www.kjrh.com.

Tue., March 11

WEATHER SAFETY TOUR

Live weather show with KJRH Channel 2. 7pm. Burdick Center, Pryor, OK. Free and open to the public. For more, go to www.kjrh.com.

Tue., March 25

WEATHER SAFETY TOUR

Live weather show with KJRH Channel 2. 7pm. Collinsville High School gymnasium. Free and open to the public. For more, go to www.kjrh.com.

Tue., April 3

WEATHER SAFETY TOUR

Live weather show with KJRH Channel 2. 7pm. Muskogee Civic Center, Muskogee, OK. Free and open to the public. For more, go to www.kjrh.com.

Sat., Oct. 11

ART ON MAIN

View the works of more than 115 of the state's most talented artists. Downtown Jenks, Main Street. Free and open. Go to jenkschamber.com.

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...

Jan. 17-20

MAYFEST MUSIC APPLICATIONS

Fri., Jan. 18

REVEREND HORTON HEAT

The reverend's back in town and preaching the heat. Reverend Horton Heat with Nashville Pussy at Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. $26. Doors open at 7pm. For tix, cainsballroom.com or 866-443-8849.

Sat., Jan. 19

ALL STATE MUSIC FESTIVAL

The All-State Music Festival is featured in two parts, one at 1:15pm and 2:30pm, in Chapman Music Hall of the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. Go to tulsapac.com for more.

Sun., Jan. 20

ONE REPUBLIC

Don't apologize! One Republic is coming to Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main, with openers Eric Hutchinson, The Daylights and Stephen Speaks. Tickets are $19.25 advanced or $21.25 the day of the show. Doors open at 7pm. For tix, cainsballroom.com or 866-443-8849.

Wed., Jan. 23

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Benjamin Kolodziej. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Sat., Jan. 26

BEATLES TRIBUTE

"Yesterday: A Tribute to the Beatles" at North Intermediate Auditorium in Broken Arrow, 808 E. College, at 7:30pm. $10 at Arkansas Valley State Bank locations.

Sun., Jan. 27

NORDIC CHOIR CONCERT

Of Luther College in Decotoah, IA. 7:30pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., Jan. 29

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Susan Panciera. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

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.

Sun., Feb. 3

ORGAN RECITAL

By Casey Cantwell. 6pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., Feb. 5

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Karen Rich. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., Feb. 12

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist H. Scott Raab. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., Feb. 19

NOONDAY CONCERT

Tulsa Opera Preview of "Lakme." 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., Feb. 26

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Tim Marek. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., March 4

NOONDAY CONCERT

With flautist Kathryn Thomas. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., March 11

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Louise Bass. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., March 25

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Vicki Smith. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., April 1

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Richard Jobe. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., April 8

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Cherie Westcott. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Thurs., April 10

ANNUAL THOMAS MATTHEWS MEMORIAL CONCERT

Organ recital by Clive Driscoll-Smith. 7:30pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., April 15

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Jean Farris Fuller. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., April 22

NOONDAY CONCERT

Tulsa Opera preview of "The Magic Flute." 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., April 29

NOONDAY CONCERT

University of Tulsa Chorale. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

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.

Tue., May 6

NOONDAY CONCERT

With pianist Barbara Geary. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., May 13

NOONDAY CONCERT

With organist Rebecca te Velde. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., May 20

NOONDAY CONCERT

With French hornist Michelle Exley Johnson. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Tue., May 27

NOONDAY CONCERT

Preview of Light Opera Oklahoma. 12:05pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

May 30-31

TULSA BOY SINGERS

Directed by Casey Cantwell. 7:30pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. 582-4128.

Ongoing

COPPERTONES:

A NIGHT OF JAZZ

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

NOONDAY CONCERTS AT TRINITY

Local and regional musicians and singers being a little delight to your lunch hour. Tuesdays, 12:05-12:35pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati, 582-4128.

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.

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...

Wed., Jan. 23

WRITERS GROUP

Share your work with other writers for informal critique. Meets every Wed., 5:30-7pm. Free at Heller Theatre, 5328 S. Wheeling. Call 746-5065 or go to hellertheatre.com.

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.

CREATIVE WRITING CONTEST

Tulsa City-County Libraries Adult Creative Writing Contest.18 years or older in Tulsa County, or has a nonresident Tulsa City-County Library card. View the rules at tulsalibrary.org/friends. Thru Jan. 31.

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.

Singles...

Tue., Jan. 11

SPEED DATING

Guaranteed you'll meet the man or woman of your dreams in 30 seconds or less. Club Fever, 6906 S. Lewis, 7pm. Ages 21-34. $35. Register at cupid.com/predating.

Sun., Jan. 13

TULSA SPEED DATING

Single professionals; go on 12, six-minute dates in one evening at Magoo's, 5002 S. Memorial Drive. 6pm. Ages 31-56, $35. Register at Cupid.com/PreDating.

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., Jan. 19

BA BLESSING CLEANUP

Register your church to volunteer with other Broken Arrow churches in cleaning up area neighborhoods with tree limb debris from the ice storm. A debris site will be provided at First Baptist Church, 100 W. Albany. Crews will work 8am-5pm. Call 798-0251.

Jan. 17-Feb. 10

THE MASTER TEACHER WITHIN

That little voice in your head is actually the "Master Teacher Within." Reverend Connie Smith facilitates various meditation techniques for improved health and greater creativity. At the Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston Ave. Free and open but feel free to give a "love offering." Call 682-6624 for more.

Sat., Jan. 26

PIPE CIRCLE

Pipe circle & spirit balancing; bring a drum or rattle. Contact Robert Running Buffalo for more info 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...

Thurs., Jan. 17

ORU MEN'S BASKETBALL

vs. Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis also known as IUPUI at 7pm. Mabee Center, 81st and Lewis. Go to mabeecenter.com for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

FREE STYLE CAGE FIGHTING

Welcome to the Thunderdome. "Two men enter. One man leaves." Osage Million Dollar Elm Event Center, 951 West 36th St. North. 7pm. Tickets start at $30. Call 699-7777.

Sat., Jan. 19

ORU MEN'S BASKETBALL

Conference game vs. Western Illinois at 7pm. Mabee Center, 81st and Lewis. Go to mabeecenter.com for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

ORU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Conference game vs. Western Illinois at 2pm. Mabee Center, 81st and Lewis. Go to mabeecenter.com for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

TU MEN'S TENNIS

University of Tulsa men's tennis team meets California on the courts on campus at 6pm. Go to utulsa.edu for more.

Sat., Jan. 19

TULSA 66ERS

The Tulsa 66ers kick some Anaheim Arsenal at 6pm at the Expo Square Pavilion, 21st and Yale. Go to expoaquare.com for more.

Mon., Jan. 21

ORU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

vs. Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis at 7pm. Mabee Center, 81st and Lewis. Go to mabeecenter.com for more.

Tues., Jan. 22

TULSA OILERS

Tulsa Oilers face the Wichita Thunder at 7pm, Arby's Tuesday. Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Go to tulsaoilers.com for more.

Wed., Jan. 23

TU MEN'S BASKETBALL

TU Golden Hurricane plays Memphis in a conference game at the Reynolds Center on campus at TU. Game starts at 7pm. Go to utulsa.edu for more.

Sat., Jan. 26

TULSA ICE BOWL

Sat., Feb. 24

TULSA REVOLUTION

Indoor soccer team Tulsa Revolution vs. Northern Illinois Rebels at Soccer City Tulsa, 5817 E. Ave. 2pm. $9. Call 249-0044 or go to soccercitytulsa.com.

Ongoing

YOUTH RUGBY

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

Men's pick-up basketball on Mon. and Wed., 6-9pm. 18 or older. Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Call 746-3780.

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

Women's pick-up basketball on Thursdays.7-9pm. 18 or older to play. Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center, 13800 S. Peoria. Call 746-3780.

Theater/

Dance Performance...

Fri., Jan. 18

THE ELDERS

The only thing missing here is the Guinness. Kansas/Celtic music makers. $20 and $25. John H. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St.. Go to tulsapac.com for more.

Fri., Jan. 18

OMEA HONOR BAND AND CHOIR CONCERT

The Oklahoma Music Educators Association hosts its annual convention at the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. Liddy Doenges Theatre at 9:30pm. Go to tulsapac.com for more.

Wed., Jan. 23

OK MOZART OPENER

Woodwind trio comprised of members from resident orchestra in Amici New York. Ponca Townsite, Ponca City, 6-8pm with a reception.

Thurs., Jan. 24

OK MOZART

The Woodwind Trio performs at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd., for the OK Mozart 2008 launch party, 5-7pm, with additional entertainment by After Dark. Call 336-9900 for tix and info.

Jan. 18-20, 24-26

BABES IN TOYLAND

Victor Herbert's vaudeville-like musical stage play from 1903. It never gets old. Owasso Community Theater, 12901 E. 86th St. North. 2pm and 7pm. $8. www.octok.org for more.

Jan. 24-26

AN EVANGELIST DROWNS

One woman play about evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson at the Liddy Doenges Theatre, 3rd and Cincinnati. 8pm. $15. Go to tulsapac.com for tickets.

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.

Feb. 22-March 1

PRIVATE LIVES

Theatre Tulsa presents Noel Coward's flippant, honeymooning farce. 2pm and 8pm in the Liddy Doenges Theater of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com for tickets 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.

April 4-6, 10-12

LOVE, SEX AND THE IRS

A wild farce with twists of fate, sight gags, mistaken identities and comedic dialogue presented by Theatre Tulsa. 2pm and 8pm in the Liddy Doenges Theater of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com for tickets and info.

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.

May 16-18, 22-24

SHE LOVES ME

This one promises to be a heartwarming, nostalgic romantic comedy. If you like that sort of thing. Presented by Theatre Tulsa at 2pm and 8pm in the Williams Theater of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. www.tulsapac.com for tickets 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.

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