At The

Galleries...

Thurs., Aug. 9

HOME ON THE RANGE PHOTO GALLERY

The first public exhibit of the winners of the second annual South Broken Arrow Library photography contest. Ages 12 and younger. 6:30pm. South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S Chestnut Ave.

Aug. 10-31

GIRLS, GUNS AND ROCK AND ROLL

New art by Sara Bowersock, at SELF Gallery, 2012 E. 11th St., with a reception Fri., Aug. 10, from 7-10 pm. For more information call 231-8669.

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.

ANDREW WYETH

Drawings & watercolors revealing the beauty, elegance & simplicity of rural American life. Gilcrease, 1400 Gilcrease Museum Rd., 596-2700. thru Aug. 26.

AUGUST @ M.A. DORAN

Featuring new abstract paintings from Dennis Johnson, color travel photos from Margaret Neely & B&W travel photos from Sam Joyner. M.A. Doran Gallery, 3509 S. Peoria, 748-8700. Thru Sep. 1.

BEST OF THE GUSSMAN

The University of Tulsa School of Art presents the best of the best student artists in ceramics, painting, sculpture, graphic design, prints & photographs. Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. Thru Aug. 30.

BREAST IMPRESSIONS

See busts that are also works of art on display. Equality Center, 621 E. 4th, 743-4297. More info at breastimpressions.com. Thru Aug. 31.

CELESTIAL NIGHTS:

Visions of an Ancient Land. Photographs by Neil Folberg of the night skies over Israel. Sherwin Museum of Jewish Art, 2021 E. 71st, 492-1818. Thru Aug.19.

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.

ELIZABETH SMATHERS

See her carefully woven pine needle baskets and vessels in a variety of shapes & sizes. Tue-Sat 10am-5:30pm. Color Connection Gallery, 2050 Utica Square, 742-0515. Thru Aug. 31.

FLUENCY VS. SKILLS

Installation/performance exhibit by Mark Wittig examining our obsession with alphanumeric communication. Living Arts, 308 S. Kenosha, 585-1234. Thru Aug. 23.

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.

HAFTONE PHOTOGRAPHY

Life in Color Photobooks, 3638 S. Peoria, 398-1454. Thru Aug. 30.

IN PERSPECTIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Works by Kristi Hall and Aubrey Miller. Art-N-Style Salon & Gallery, 1334 E. 41st., 742-1550. myspace.com/artnstyle. Thru Aug. 31.

INTIMATE SPACES

New paintings by Nathan Opp. Tulsa Artists' Coalition, 9 E. Brady, 592-0041. Tue-Fri 11am-2pm, Thurs-Sat 6-9pm. Thru Aug. 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.

LONG HOT SUMMER

Nudes & summer themed art. Free & open. Wed-Fri 1-6pm, 8pm on Thurs. Pearl Gallery, 1201 E. 3rd, 588-1500. Thru Aug. 17.

THE THRILL IS GONE

Photos by Roxanne Blue will chronicle the dismantling of Bell's Amusement Park and the end of a Tulsa institution. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis, 585-FILM. Thru Sep. 23.

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.

UNTAMED

The sculptures of Antoine-Louis Barye, 19th century French artist. Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Rd., 749-7941. Thru Sep. 2.

Auditions..

Sat., Aug. 11

REEFER MADNESS

Presented by Metropolitan Arts Theatre. 2pm, Edison High School, 2906 E. 41st St. Cold reading, prepared song. Call 688-4643 for more information.

Ongoing

CHORUS

The Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus, rehearsals, auditions for singers and performers, 7-10pm Monday, Christ Church 109th and Yale Ave. 451-5771.

DOWNTOWN VARIETY SHOW

Now Interviewing Talent. Call 521-3299.

OFF-ROAD ARTISTS PERFORMING CO.

Looking for dancers, musicians & artists to perform, collaborate & create. Rehearsals in Fall. Visit offroadartists.com or myspace.com/offroadartists for more info. Thru Aug.

TULSA OPERA CHORUS AUDITIONS

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

Book

Signing...

Sat., Aug. 11

AUTHOR EVENT

Children's book author, Kim Guilfoyle presents: Why Do You Love Me? 2pm. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 8620 E. 71st St., 250-5034.

Sat., Aug. 11

MEET PAT JONES

Oklahoma State's coach, Pat Jones, tells about the time two of the best running backs in history were on the same team. 2pm. Borders, 2740 E. 21st St., 712-9955.

Children

& Family...

Thurs., Aug. 9

THE NATHAN KNITTERS

Bring your own needles and yarn. Parents are welcome. 4pm. Ages 8 and older. Preregistration is required. Call 669-6060 to register. Nathan Hale Library, 6038 E 23rd St.

Thurs., Aug. 9

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Get ready for "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom." Ages 5 and younger with an adult. 10:30am. Pratt Library, 3219 S. 113th W. Ave., Sand Springs, 591-4595.

Thurs., Aug. 9

SOONER SHOWDOWN FOR CENTENNIAL

Test your knowledge of Oklahoma's people, places and history. Ages 9-12. 3pm. Preregistration is required and limited. Call 250-7307. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St.

Fri., Aug. 10

BACK TO SCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA

McLain high school, 4929 N. Peoria, back to school block party from 3-7pm. Students will receive backpacks, school supplies and immunizations. Call 596-7819 for more info.

Tue., Aug. 14

MAYOR'S BACK TO SCHOOL RALLY

Veteran's Park, 21st and Riverside, 6- 8pm. Annual back to school rally with Mayor Kathy Taylor, TPS Superintendent Dr. Zolkoski and other officials.

Ongoing

ADVANCED LI'L BIT TAE KWON DO

Tue. & Thu., 6-6:45pm, $90, Ages 5-7. Parental involvement encouraged but not required. Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl., 746-5053

ALL-STAR TUMBLING & STUNTS

All skill levels through high school age can improve flexibility, strength, self-confidence & physical ability. Sat., 10am, 11am & 12pm. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria. 296-0425 for registration.

AQUATOTS

Program includes story time, puppet shows, crafts, songs and games. Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Dr., 96th St. Bridge and Arkansas River, Jenks; 528-1504, www.okaquarium.org.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME

Stories, songs and finger plays in Spanish & English. Ages 3-5. 10:30am Wednesdays. 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.

MR. SQUIGGLES & THE PROFESSOR

Through music, humor & hands-on activities, kids will see the need for creativity in daily life. $10. Thurs., 9am, 1pm, 4pm & 7pm. Art Play Center, 7974 E. 41st, 665-2646. Thru Aug. 15.

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!

PAINT PARTY

On 1st Sat., join the free street art party, 10am-5pm, with sidewalk chalk, paint slinging, face painting, food & music for all! Art Play Center, 41st & Memorial, artplaycenter.com. Thru Aug.

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.

TCCL'S SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Be a kaleidoscopic Oklahoma kid and read for fun, prizes and entertainment. Stop by any Tulsa area library for full details or visit tulsalibrary.org. Thru Aug.

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., Aug. 9

THE BEST OF MARCHING MUSIC ENSEMBLES

2007 Drum Corps International (DCI) World Championship Quarterfinals, live via satellite. Tulsa Cinemark, 10802 E. 71st St. South. Tickets are $18 adult and $15 student. Go to FathomEvents.com or Cinemark.com.

Aug. 9 & 12

CRAZY LOVE

In 1959, Linda Riss opened the door of her Bronx apartment to a thug who threw liquid lye in her face. Years later, they married. Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis, 585-FILM, www.circlecinema.com.

Now Showing

CENTER CINEMA

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

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..

Tue., Aug. 14

SCORE

Monthly meeting, 10am in the Sunoco Bldg., 907 Detroit, room 1012. Guests are welcome. Go to tulsascore.org for more information.

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.

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.

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.

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...

Aug. 9-10

LAUGHS @ LOONY BIN

Check out Tommy Blaze, veteran of the comic stage, as well as Tim Pulnik. Loony Bin Comedy Club, 6808 S. Memorial. 459-1017 for showtimes, prices & reservations.

Mon., Aug. 13

COMEDY AT COWBOY SHARKIES

Comedians Dale Jones and Mark Evans will crack you up at Cowboy Sharkies, 5840 S. Memorial. Call 280-9000 for prices, reservations and showtimes.

Ongoing

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

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...

Aug. 9-12

SAVE A LIFE AND SEE A MOVIE.

OBI needs blood donors of all types. Everyone who donates at an OBI blood center or community blood drive will receive one free movie ticket for use at select local theatres. Go to obi.org for more info.

Ongoing

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.

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

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.

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...

Aug. 10-12

IICOT POW WOW OF CHAMPIONS

Indoor pow wow with Tulsa's largest Native American arts and crafts mart from 5-11:59pm at the Expo Square, Lower Level, 17th St. b/t Harvard and Yale. iicot.org.

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., Aug. 10

DANCE LESSONS

Put on your dancing shoes and join the Tulsa Int'l Folk Dancers for line, couple and circle dances every Friday evening. 2952 S Peoria. First dance is free. E-mail tulsaifd@yahoo.com or call 587-5604.

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.

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.

LATIN & BALLROOM DANCE

Tue 6-8pm. Ages 16+. Attend either class, or both! No partner required. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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.

WEST COAST SWING DANCE

Fun, fellowship & exercise w/this beginning dance class. Wed 8:30pm. $4/lesson. For singles & marrieds. Christ Church, 3515 S. Harvard. 747-8601 for more info. Thru Aug. 1.

ZUMBA

Thurs., 7pm. Shadia Dahlal Dance Conservatory, 4622 E. 31st St. More info at shadia.com or 361-5386.

Festivals & Carnivals...

Tue., Aug. 14

NEIGHBORFEST

Pack a picnic & celebrate your community w/city officials, entertainment, children's activities, exhibits & free ice cream & cold drinks. 6-8pm. Veterans Park, 1875 S. Boulder, 596-2488.

Flora & Fauna...

h Ongoing

CALLING LOCAL FARMERS

Sell your items every Sat. morning downtown at Main & Brady for the Brady Village Market. Call Lola at 592-7995.

KEEPING UP WITH KEEPERS

Every 3rd weekend, you can get dirty with the keepers of the Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N. $35 for ages 13+. Application & more info at tulsaaazk.org or 669-6882. Thru Oct.

LET TURLEY BLOOM

Community volunteer gardening group in Turley at the Community Center, 6514 N. Peoria. 2nd Tues., 7pm. More info at 794-4637 or www.turleyok.blogspot.com.

LOW COST VACCINATION CLINIC

11am-2pm every Thursday. SPCA, 2910 Mohawk Blvd, 428-7722.

OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM

Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Dr., 96th St. Bridge and Arkansas River, Jenks. Open daily from 10am-6pm and Tues. until 9pm. Visit www.okaquarium.org or call 296-3474.

PAWS

Pet Assistance & Welfare Society (PAWS), animals for adoption, every other sunday, PetsMart, 71st & Mingo, 11-4, 376-2397.

PEARL FARMERS MARKET

Southwest corner of 6th & Peoria at Centennial Park. Thurs. 4-8pm. Locally and organically grown fruits & veg, plants, herbs, meats, organic breads, artisan goods, & live music. Thru Oct.4.

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.

URBAN COMMUNITY GARDEN

M-F, during operating hours. Learn about gardening & grow a garden in the park. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

Health & Well Being...

Thurs., Aug. 9

DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT

Learn to enjoy good health while living w/diabetes. 1-4pm. need physician's referral, most insurance covers fee. 744-2444 for more info.

Sat., Aug. 11

TRUE BEAUTY 101

Personal life coach, boutique owner and image consultants host workshop on beauty. 11am-2pm. Pre-registration is required and limited. Call 591-4004 to register Suburban Acres Library, 4606 N Garrison Ave.

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.

A.M. WORKOUT

M-F, 9-10am. Adults 18+. Morning aerobic workout class. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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.

BOOT CAMP

Thurs 6-7pm, Sat 12:15-1pm. Ages 14+. Military-style class focusing on strength, agility, flexibility, & endurance. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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 FOR ME

Mon-Fri 4-5pm. Ages 18+. Aerobic-style workout. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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.

HAPPY HOUR

Mon & Wed 5:30pm. Ages 18+. Aerobic & strength training workout. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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.

HEALTHY ON THE GO

Tue & Thurs 5:30-6:15pm. Ages 18+. Learn how to order, prepare, & eat healthy with little time to work with. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

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 298-8344 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. 8ma. Upstage Dance, 3948 S. Hudson. Contact Lucy at 633-8890.

OPEN FITNESS ROOM

iOnly $15/month or $2/drop-in. Ages 60+ free. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 593-1444 for more info.

PILATES

For teens and adults. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Cherry St. Studios, 2908 E. 15th St., 749-5775. www.cherrystreetstudios.com

SLIMNASTICS

There's nothing better you can do for yourself than exercise; every Mon., Wed. and Fri. 9-10am; free; Turner Community Center, 3503 E. 5th Pl.; 669-6658.

SMOKING CESSATION

$160 program to get you on the right track to a healthier life. Hillcrest at 1265 S. Utica Ave. Call 579-4959 for dates and times.

STEP-N-STRENGTH

6:45-7:45pm on Mon. & Thu. Glenpool/Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.

STRETCH & TONE FOR SENIORS

For ages 55+. Focus on flexibility, range of motion & strength. Mon., Wed., Fri., 9:30-10:30am. $15/month. Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E. 6th St. Call 596-1444 for more info and enrollment.

SUNSET YOGA SERIES

Thurs 7-8 p.m. Ages 16+. This relaxing hour has a calming ambiance & focuses on deep breathing, stretching & relaxation. Henthorne Rec Center, 4825 S. Quaker, 746-5053. Thru Aug.

TAI-CHI

Build strength, agility, & balance. 5:30-6:30pm Wednesdays. Pre-register. Hillcrest at 1265 S. Utica Ave. 579-4959.

Lectures/

Workshops

Thurs., Aug. 9

CRAFTING WITH RECYLCEABLES

Steve Piacenza and Cathie Filian present "Creative Juice: 45 RE-Crafting Projects to Make with Recycled Stuff." Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 5231 E. 41st St., 665-4580.

Thurs., Aug. 9

NEED A GOOD LAUGH?

Friends of Greenwood Toastmasters Humorous Speech Contest. Learn to overcome fear of public speaking and tickle your funny bone at the same time. 6:15pm, refreshments. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2330 N. Quaker, 425-4765.

Thurs., Aug. 9

WANT TO BE AN ENTREPRENEUR?

Learn how to research, create and present a business plan from the pros at SCORE. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93 St., 250-7307 or tulsascore.org. Free.

Fri., Aug. 10

LET'S TALK ABOUT MYSTICS

John Mundy will speak on mysticism at 7pm at Unity Center of Tulsa, 1830 S. Boston. $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more info and reservations, call 582-6624 or go to unityoftulsa.com.

Fri., Aug. 10

LOOKING FOR BALANCE AND HARMONY?

Andy Core discusses how to survive this hectic world. TCC Southeast, 10300 E. 81st S., Bldg. 9 auditorium. 12:15pm-1:30pm. Free and open to the public. andycore.com.

Tue., Aug. 14

HEALTH CARE SERIES FORUM

Glen Mulready presents "Another Perspective: The Three Myths of a Single Payor Health Care System." 7:30-9am, Tulsa Metro Chamber's second floor conference room,Williams Center Tower Two, 2 W. 2nd St. RSVP to 560-0276.

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...

Fri., Aug. 10

FOOD FOR THE PEOPLE

The Lord's Kitchen, 6849 S Peoria Ave., offers dinner for free every Friday and has live music and poetry from 4-11pm. Call 488-9645 x8 or e-mail greyes@nejattv.org, for more info.

Sat., Aug. 11

ALL YOU CAN EAT BBQ

Dinner is served at 4pm. VFW Post 577, 1109 E. 6th St., for BBQ sandwiches, baked beans, cole slaw, chips and dessert. $5. 585-9148.

Sat., Aug. 11

GARAGE SALE

Free household items & clothing for those in need. Donations gladly accepted. 8am-2pm. Heritage United Methodist Church, 5300 E. Kenosha, BA. Details at 357-2211 or heritageumc.net.

Sun., Aug. 12

WILL ROGERS FLY IN

Claremore honors its favorite son, Will Rogers, with the Will Rogers-Wiley Post Remembrance Fly-In at Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch, 9501 East 380 Rd. Oologah. 9am. Call 341-0719 for more information.

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 please 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.

KEEP COOL IN THE POOL

Walk-in pool that w/a diving board & two tube slides. Mon-Tues & Thurs 1-8pm. Fri-Sun 1-6pm. $1.50 for twelve & under and $2.50 for thirteen+. Glenpool Jenks Rec Center, 13800 S. Peoria, 746-3780.

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.

Music...

Thurs., Aug. 9

THE GIN BLOSSOMS

Alternative rock band that shook the airwaves of the 90s, at 8 p.m. $15 at gettix.net, local Reasor's or call 1-866-443-8849.

Thurs., Aug. 9

REEL BIG FISH AND LESS THAN JAKE

With openers Street Light Manifesto and Against All Authority. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tix are $25/adv. at the Box Office, Starship, Reasor's.

Thurs., Aug. 9

SUMMER'S 5TH NIGHT

Free classic rock concert from The Brady Orchestra. 7-9pm. Utica Square, 21st & Utica.

Fri., Aug. 10

BILLY BOB THORNTON

Playing a blend of roots rock, country, and folk. Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd., Miami. $20. Call (918) 542-7140, Ext. 2200.

Fri., Aug. 10

QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE

With the Gasoline Angels. Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors open at 7pm. Tix are $27/adv. at the Box Office, Starship, Reasor's.

Fri., Aug. 10

SAWYER AND UNGERMAN

Tulsa's own Broadway boy John Sawyer and local singing sensation Rebecca Ungerman. 8pm, John H. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. $25-$30. 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com.

Fri., Aug. 10

SCREEN GEMS

Janet Rutland performs a selection of songs from film. 7:30pm in the Charles E. Norman Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. $12.50-$17.50. 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com.

Sat., Aug. 11

INDIAN OCEAN BAND

From rocking political anthems to meditative spiritual ballads. 7pm, John H. Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. $15-$25, 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com.

Sun., Aug. 12

GREEN LEMON

Cain's Ballroom Second Stage, 423 N. Main. Doors open at 7pm. Tix are $9/adv. at the Box Office, Starship, Reasor's.

Sun., Aug. 12

SUMMER JAZZ CONCERT

Gayle Williamson and Soundz Good, featuring Annie Ellicott, Jeff Shadley, Jason Devre, Laurel Williamson and Jason Ofori at the Jazz Depot, 111 E. 1st St, 5pm. $10 general admission. 596-1001, www.okjazz.org.

Mon., Aug. 13

ZAPPA PLAYS ZAPPA

Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors open at 7pm. Tix are $51-$88.50/adv. at the Box Office, Starship, Reasor's.

Tue., Aug. 14

BLUES TRAVELER

Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main. Doors open at 7pm. Tix are $24/adv. at the Box Office, Starship, Reasor's.

Tue., Aug. 14

PSYCHO DRAMA TOUR

Late night radio personality and freaky performer Alice Cooper. Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady, Tickets are $26, $36, and $46. Doors open at 6:30pm. Call 58-BRADY for tickets.

Wed., Aug. 15

MERLE HAGGARD

Don't miss the "Last of the Breed" tour with Merle Haggard performing grand traditions of folk, pop, jazz and blues. Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd., Miami. Tickets are $38 and $48. Call (918) 542-7140, Ext. 2200.

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.

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 WRITER'S 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.

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 WRITER'S CAFE

Impromptu creative writing, critique and development of craft, 2nd & 4th Wed of every month. Harwelden, 2210 S. Main, 7-9pm, 746-7629.

Singles...

Sat., Aug. 11

SINGLES ALL ABOARD

Join the Phoenix Singles CUMC for dinner and a dance on the Cherokee Queen. Boarding at Royal Bay Marina, Hwy. 59 N., Grove, at 6:30pm. $25 per person. Call 747-8601 for reservations and carpooling information.

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...

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.

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.

Sports...

Aug. 9-12

89TH PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

Southern Hills Country Club will host the tournament once again. Get tickets at pga2007.com or the PGA Golf Shop at 6600 S. Lewis.

Sat., Aug. 11

DALE APOLLO COOK EXTREME FIGHTING

World champion fighters at 8pm. Osage Events Center, Tisdale Pkwy. At 36th St. N. $20-$150 at gettix.net, local Reasor's or call 1-866-443-8849.

Aug. 15-17

TULSA DRILLERS

V. Frisco RoughRiders. 7pm. Drillers Stadium, 15th & Yale. Get tickets at the Box Office, tulsadrillers.com or 744-5901.

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.

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.

ROLLER DERBY

Roller Derby League is looking for women interested in joining the team. Send letter of interest to greencountryrollergirls@gmail.com or check out website at www.greencountryrollergirls.com

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

Aug. 9-11

HONK JR.

The classic tale of The Ugly Duckling modernized in which he eventually finds love and acceptance in all its forms. 8pm, w/2pm matinees on Sun. Doenges Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 2nd & Cincinnati. $10 at the Box Office, myticketoffice.com or 596-7111.

Aug. 9-11

THE WRATH OF GRAPES

Harwelden Murder Mystery, set in 1930s Tulsa. Interactive sleuthing, complete with dinner & drinks. Period dress welcome. 2210 S. Main. $45/person. 584-3333 x32 for reservations & tickets.

Aug. 10-31

ONE MAN SHOWS

"Born Screaming in America: A tribute to Bill Hicks" by Brian Rattlingourd every Friday and "Born Again Yesterday" by Justin McKean every Saturday. 8pm. Nightingale Theater, 1416 E. 4th St. 633-8666.

Sat., Aug. 11

TINKERBELL IS DEAD

Humorous, tragic, sexy, comic and revealing monologues from authors ranging from Christopher Durang to Mark Twain. 8pm, Charles E. Norman Theatre of the Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St. $10. 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com.

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.

OKLAHOMA!

The classic musical, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, presented at Discoveryland, USA. Ranch-style dinner served every night before the show. More info at 245-OKLA or discoverlandusa.com. Thru Aug. 18.

UNDER THE CHEROKEE MOON

Historical drama for the family that brings life in Indian Territory to life. $10-25, w/a choice of dinner. 7pm. Cherokee Heritage Center, Tahlequah. (888) 999-6007 for tickets & more info. Thru Aug. 18.