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July 2017 events
July 2017
Shepherd’s Cross Shepherding-Lamb Tours & Shepherd’s Garden Tours
Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
July 1, 2017
Spring Tour Season Begins at Shepherd’s Cross Shepherding-Lamb Tours & Shepherd’s Garden Tours Sponsored by Heart of the Shepherd Spring & Summer of 2017 Open Thursday – Saturday 8:30-5:30pm • Shepherding – Lamb Tours begin when the lambs are born each spring at Shepherd’s Cross - an authentic working sheep farm, just north of Claremore OK on Scenic Route 66. • Come to the farm and watch as the sheep peacefully graze the pastures, and rest by the still waters. • Lambing season is the month of April. Watch the new born lambs jump for joy & frolic in the pastures • Shepherd’s Garden is bursting with blooms in the spring – guided, self-guided or audio tours • Preschedule School or Group Tours: Shepherding – Lamb Tours o Guided Walking Tour – see the sheep across the fence & learn about shepherding & sheep. References to nomadic shepherds and Biblical shepherding; o donation based – suggested $5 o Wagon Ride Tour – Take a wagon ride out in the pasture and see the flock up close. Learn about the sheep and the shepherd. o references to nomadic shepherds and Biblical shepherding; $7 per person – one free leader for 10 paid Shepherd’s Garden Tours – a Bible Garden o Guided, self-guided tours or audio tours available on a donation basis - suggested $5 o Guided Tour with a take-home planting activity; $7 per person - one free leader for 10 paid • Wool Mill Guided Tour - wool is processed on site – combed, spun, and woven into a finished product. • Visit the sheep in the farm animal barn area. (USDA licensed) • Tour the educational & interactive Farm Museum & Educational Silo – guided or self-guided tours • Shepherd’s Shop features a host of “woolly” and farm related handmade gifts made by Shepherd’s Cross and over 50 local crafters; honey, Animal Welfare Approved farm fresh meat, Amish jams, health foods, yarns, fiber and art supplies and much more! Additionally the shop features a mission section; purchases made in this section of the store return 100% of the sale price to the indigenous people that made them (countries include Afghanistan, Thailand, Kyrgyzstan, Malawi, Uganda and more) • Shepherd’s Cross features farm fresh, Animal Welfare Approved, pasture raised, free range, chemical free American sheep meat (lamb & mutton) and Dexter beef. • Yarn, yarn, & more yarn – natural, many types, produced and processed on the farm. Shepherd’s Cross also offers roving, batts, felting supplies, knitting needles, spinning and weaving supplies and much more. Animal welfare Approved wool. • Fiber Arts, Animal Husbandry & American Sheep Industry Certified Shearing classes are available at the farm throughout the year. • Heart of the Shepherd, a 501-C3, provides the educational tours. Teaching basic agricultural principles and agricultural references to the Bible are a part of tours. • Groups of twenty or more please pre-register. • Picnic area is available; bring your picnic with you; limited seating. • Snack and beverage concessions are available on site. • Tours can proceed even in the case of inclimate weather. Demonstrations will take place in the Amish built gambrel roof tour barn, which houses some of the animals as well as the wool processing, farm museum, and the gift shop. • Shepherd’s Cross is an accredited Agritourism facility, a Made in Oklahoma Company, a producer for the Oklahoma Food Co-op, and is Animal Welfare Approved. • Website: http://www.shepherdscross.com • Online Stores: http://www.shepherdscross.biz and http://www.heartoftheshepherd.biz • Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdsCross/ Shepherd’s Cross & Heart of the Shepherd 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017 Dr. Diane Dickinson, President & Executive Director eat0@eau0eav0eaw0 918-342-5911
For more information, contact:
Dr. Diane Dickinson
(918)-342-5911
eat1@eau1eav1eaw1
Family Day at the Ranch
July 1, 2017 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dave Fowler and Jennifer Frazee, Murrell Home historic site (Tahlequah), 19th Century agriculture practices and domestic life; and Glue Dobbers, model airplane group, with demonstrations and display in recognition of Will’s dedication to aviation Great experience for all ages, especially grandparents-grandchildren Admission is free, donations accepted
2017 Free Starlight Concert Season
July 4, 11, & 18, 2017 | 8 p.m.
Starlight concerts are a Tulsa tradition and this year is our band’s 71st year to play music under the stars! The Starlight band is Oklahoma’s only professional concert band and includes over 50 musicians. Conducting the band, is L. Dale Barnett, Starlight’s artistic director. The Jazz Orchestra is led by Starlight’s jazz director, Rich Fisher. Starlight’s concert series offers a variety of music, including patriotic, Broadway tunes, pops, big band music and jazz. There is truly “something for everyone”. Major sponsors: Cedar Creek, Charles & Marion Weber Foundation, Circle Cinema, Creative State, Guthrie Green, Liberty Press, National Endowment for the Arts, Oklahoma Arts Council, Public Radio Tulsa: KWGS/KWTU, Saied Music and the Jimmie & Helen Saied Foundation, Treeman Family Foundation, and Universal Combustion Corporation. 2017 Starlight Concert Series: June 13, Tuesday: Concert Band presents America with special guest: 145th Army Band June 20, Tuesday: Concert Band presents Made in America with special guests: The TU Camp Band and Sheridan Road June 27, Tuesday: Concert Band presents Across the Briny Seas July 07, Friday: Jazz Orchestra presents Jazz Under the Stars July 11, Tuesday: Concert Band and Night at the Movies with special guest: organist Bill Rowland, accompanying two silent films July 18, Tuesday: Jazz Orchestra presents The Best of the Big Band Era Starlight’s FREE concerts take place at Guthrie Green, 111 East Brady Street, in Tulsa’s vibrant Brady Arts District. Concerts begin at 8:00 pm Admission and parking are free Venue is accessible to those with disabilities Audience members may bring blankets, lawn chairs, picnic dinners, and pet dogs on leashes Concessions are available Door prizes are given away at each concert Tax-deductible donations are accepted at each concert, by mail, or online Friends of Starlight Concerts, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization, supported by local corporate sponsors, arts organizations, foundations, and individual donors.
Rose District Farmers Market
Every Tuesday | 12 a.m.
July 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2017
The annual Rose District Farmers Market is back! Get fresh produce from local farmers, plus baked goods, meat, honey, floral arrangements, crafts, and more! Saturday mornings from 7 to noon and NEW! Tuesday evenings from 4 to 7.
Location:
Rose District Plaza
418 S. Main Street
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
FREE SUMMER MOVIES @ CIRCLE CINEMA
Every Wednesday | 1 - 3 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2017
Enjoy a family-friendly movie and a treat at Circle Cinema. Seating is limited. Sponsored by Tulsa Library Trust, Circle Cinema and TrueBlue Neighbors.
Imagine ACTion Youth Theatre - Shrek The Musical, Jr.
July 6-21, 2017
Age: 13 Yrs. to 18 Yrs. Workshop: Mon-Fri July 6th to July 21st 10AM to 3PM Tech Week: Mon-Fri July 24th to July 28th 10AM to 4PM Performances: (Black Box Theatre) Friday, July 28th at 7:00 PM Saturday, July 29th at 7:00 PM Sunday, July 30th at 2:00 PM Fee: $250 (If paid by May 23rd) Fee: $300 (If paid after May 23rd) *All Fee Waivers should be turned in by May 23, 2017 at 3:00 PM for review.
Utica Square 2017 Summer’s Fifth Night Concert Schedule
July 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2017 | 7 - 9 p.m.
The 26th Annual Summer’s Fifth Night summer concert series is here! The concert series began on Thursday, May 25 with music from Swunky Face Big Band featuring Branjae. Every Thursday evening in the summer from 7 – 9 p.m., Utica Square features live music for the entire family with everything from rock to jazz to country. Pack a picnic or dine at one of our great restaurants. Parking and entry is free. A large number of chairs are provided, or you can bring your own seating. And don’t forget to enter to win prizes like Utica Square gift certificates and giveaways from our merchants.
May 25 Swunky Face Big Band feat. Branjae Pop Rock
June 1 Starr Fisher Ensemble with Larry Stokes R&B
June 8 Mid-Life Crisis Band Classic Rock
June 15 Zodiac Rock & Roll
June 22 Red Dirt Rangers Red Dirt Country
June 29 Mary Cogan Country Rock
July 6 GrooveYard Rock
July 13 Eldredge Jackson Jazz
July 20 Alaska & Madi Country
July 27 Mark Gibson Blues/Soul
August 3 Doctors of Replay 70s/80s
August 10 Chris Hyde Band Jazz, Blues, Rockabilly
August 17 Jambalaya Jazz Band Jazz
August 24 Bop Cats Rock & Roll
August 31 Grady Nichols Jazz
Learning & Understanding About Mindful Eating
July 13, 2017 | 5:30 p.m.
Join Creek County Literacy Program and Reasor’s Foods on Thursday, July 13 at 5:30pm for a free, informative workshop entitled “Learning & Understanding About Mindful Eating”. The workshop is open to the public. During the workshop, Registered Dietitian Sydney Cavero-Egúsquiza will share information about Mindful Eating. “This class will teach you how to enjoy eating and feel good about food again”, shared Cavero-Egúsquiza. Participants will enjoy in-class activities and take home free materials to help them use mindfulness wherever they go. Learning & Understanding About Mindful Eating is a health literacy outreach project of Creek County Literacy Program, the Oklahoma Department of Libraries, with funding provided by the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information or to register, call 918-224-9647.
Location:
Creek County Literacy Program
15 North Poplar Street
Sapulpa, OK 74066
Drawing on Memories
Monthly on the Third Tuesday | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
July 18, 2017
There is a gallery discussion of specific art pieces followed by a hands-on, interactive activity. This program provides an opportunity for the person with the disease to use remaining motor skills and non-linear communication to recreate a representation of them that lets other recognize their essence. Meet others directly affected with an early-stage diagnosis. Snack and drink provided. Event is free but space is limited, please call 800-272-3900, or visit alz.org/Oklahoma.
Location:
Philbrook Museum of Art
2727 S Rockford Rd
Tulsa, OK 74114
For more information, contact:
(800)-272-3900
eat6@eau6eav6eaw6
CAP Tulsa Career Fair
July 18, 2017
CAP Tulsa is expanding! We are looking for dedicated teachers and teacher assistants to join our team! CAP Tulsa offers a supportive environment with competitive salary and benefits. Come join one of the Best Nonprofits to Work For by attending our career fair to learn more information, submit your application and resume and interview for an open position. Interested applicants are invited to attend a career fair on Tuesday, July 18 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at CAP Tulsa’s Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center at 13804 E. 46th Pl. S., Tulsa, OK 74134
Location:
CAP Tulsa's Rosa Parks ECEC
13084 E 46th St
Tulsa, OK 74134
Milam Lecture Series
July 20, 2017 | 7 p.m.
Bill Keith, author of “From One Fire – The Story of Bill John Baker,” Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Admission is free
Arms of Grace Raffle
July 20, 24-27, & 31, 2017
Four winners will be drawn on October 10, 2017. Need not be present to win! Ticket Price is $20 each or buy 5 get one FREE. Tickets may be purchased at Pregnancy Resource Center’s office located at 8361-G Owasso Expressway, Owasso, OK, or at the Arms of Grace Banquet on October 10th. (Banquet info can be found at http://prcowasso.org/armsofgrace/) Enter for a chance to win one of 4 great prizes! One winner will receive two Southwest Airline round trip tickets that expire October 2018. Travel is valid only on flights operated by Southwest Airlines in the United States, its territories, or possessions. One winner will receive a Kansas City Missouri Get-a-way. This is a two night stay at a luxurious Marriott Hotel on the Plaza. Breakfast for (2) is included for both days. One winner will receive an autographed bass guitar, signed by former Arkansas Governor and Presidential Candidate, Mike Huckabee. One winner will receive a beautifully handcrafted, queen-sized quilt created by Red Barn Quilting. Proceeds go to Pregnancy Resource Center of Owasso to aid it's mission in honoring life, loving families and giving hope.
Location:
Pregnancy Resource Center of Owasso
8361-G Owasso Expressway
Owasso, OK 74055
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