Community Calendar of Events

The Best of the Best: Contemporary Wildlife Art Exhibit

Every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 12 a.m.
January 1 & 2, 2016

If you love art or just have a great appreciation for wildlife and nature, you won't want to miss out on this exciting exhibit on display at Bartlesville's Woolaroc Museum this fall. Bringing together seven of the most acclaimed landscape and wildlife artists in the country, this "Best of the Best" exhibit will be like nothing you've seen before. As you tour this astonishing collection, you'll see the stirring works of painters Ken Carlson, Bob Kuhn, James Morgan and Tucker Smith, and sculptors Ken Bunn, Walter Matia and Tim Shinabarger. Bring the family along for this unique and fascinating experience.

Gallery Talk: Modern and Contemporary Collection - Curator's Picks

January 13, 2016

Dive into the Philbrook collection and get to know Dr. Sienna Brown, the Museum’s new Nancy E. Meinig Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art. Included with Museum admission

David L. Boren: Fighting For America's Future

January 15, 2016

Sleep with the Sharks

January 15, 2016

Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks? Come join us at the Aquarium for our Sleep with the Sharks overnight event! If sharks aren't your idea of a relaxing nights sleep then feel free to Slumber with the Seahorses! The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 7:00 p.m. and includes a light snack, drinks, dive show, scavenger hunt, flashlight tour, a movie, and then sweet sea-themed dreams! Wake up and join us for breakfast. What to Bring Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses are welcome. Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed. Change of clothes and night clothes if desired. The Cost $45 (plus tax) per person $40 (plus tax) per person – Groups of 15 or more (must register all at once) $35 (plus tax) per person – Oklahoma Aquarium Members (must register on the link above to receive the member discount) The "Fine Print" Information must be filled out for every person including chaperones All participants are required to sign a liability waiver No unchaperoned minors Dinner is not served, please eat before arrival A minimum of 1 adult for every 5 minors There is a minimum age of 5

It's All About Birds!

January 30, 2016

Cost: Free with admission Enjoy the exciting live bird presentation, "It's All About Birds!" from the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center, offered in conjunction with the special exhibition Birds in Art. Trained birds will fly from the stage over the audience in this inspiring educational show for families and adults of all ages. Come learn about the impact birds have on our environment and be awed by their beauty. Tickets are available online for members beginning December 1, 2015 and for not-yet-members beginning December 15, 2015. For more information, call Sarah Wright at 918-596-2774 or e-mail eat2@eau2eav2eaw2. Two performances: 11:00 a.m. - Noon & 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

2016 Legal Issues

February 10, 2016 | 12 - 1:15 p.m.

This webinar is offered by the Economics and Legal Studies in Business Department and the OSU Center for Executive and Professional Development in the Spears School of Business Winning the Battle and Losing the War: Retaliation in the Workplace presented by Griffin Pivateau, J.D. Human nature creates a tendency to retaliate against those who accuse them of wrongdoing. The law, however, prohibits employers from punishing employees for exercising rights assured to them. Retaliating can create employer liability, even where no underlying wrong existed. Over the last decade, retaliation claims against employers have increased over 35%. All supervisors, in addition to human resources staff members, should receive instruction on avoiding retaliation and preventing retaliation complaints from their employees. At the end of this webinar, you will be able to describe what constitutes retaliation, state why it is important for employers to comply with laws against retaliation, name employment laws that include protection against retaliation, and describe ways to avoid retaliation and prevent complaints.

Sunny Side Up - A Fresh Start to Success

February 11, 2016

Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Assembly Hall, Cox Business Center 8:00 - 9:45am Honorary Chair: Paula Marshall, CEO and Chief Inclusion Officer of The Bama Companies Event Emcee: Jill Donovan, CEO of Rustic Cuff Kelly Corrigan will the be the keynote speaker for CAP Tulsa's fundraiser, Sunny Side UpKeynote Speaker: Kelly Corrigan Author of New York Times bestsellers The Middle Place, Lift and Glitter and Glue. Corrigan speaks with humor and compassion and urges her audiences to be civically engaged by sharing her guide for finding important work, the value of participation and the rewards of deep community involvement.

2nd Annual Big Data Analytics Conference

February 23, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Have you heard about big data and wondered what it is all about and how to leverage it for your organization and career? Attend the Big Data Analytics Conference and receive answers to your questions about big data. The Big Data Analytics Conference will explore the management and strategic impact big data can have on a company or organization. This cross-industry conference brings speakers from industries throughout the region and nation to share their experience of maximizing the use of big data. Those attending the conference will learn about leading practices in using analytics in energy, finance, medical service, and retail. Speakers and participants will explore various issues such as data capture, data management, data analysis and the strategic use of information for decision-making that drives success in business/organizations. This conference is designed for managers and professionals interested in exploring analytics applications and the processes for implementing such initiatives in your organization.

2016 Legal Issues

March 2, 2016 | 12 - 1:15 p.m.

This webinar is offered by the Economics and Legal Studies in Business Department and the OSU Center for Executive and Professional Development in the Spears School of Business. Bullying and Beyond: Workplace Conflict presented by Griffin Pivateau, J.D. Commit your company to providing a workplace free of bullying. Most employers have sexual harassment policies, but do not have one addressing bullying in the workplace. The proactive employer will realize that creating a means of addressing bullying must be a priority. In this webinar, we discuss workplace bullying, address the potential legal claims that it can generate, and outline a proposed risk management plan. At the end of this webinar, you should be able to discuss the concept of bullying, understand the risks created by bullying in the workplace, and identify strategies to manage bullying.

BEST Leaders Certificate Program-Spring 2016- Project Management and Process Improvement presented by Marc Tower

March 8, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The objective of this seminar is to provide you with the tools to improve your businesses in meaningful ways. The result is lower costs, less errors, more efficient use of resources, better customer service and more engaged employees from applying these concepts to your business processes. Every business must constantly improve their processes to be successful.This seminar covers the basics of Business Process Improvement, including: terminology, identifying and selecting projects, planning, management and execution, analysis and measurement. This session includes practical exercises and examples that can apply to any type of business, large or small.

25th Annual Women's Business Leadership Conference

March 9, 2016 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Learn more about moving toward your career goals, developing yourself and others, and enhancing your leadership skills from expert women leaders. Presented by The Oklahoma International Women's Forum, The International Women's Forum Leadership Foundation, and the Center for Executive and Professional Development, Spears School of Business, Oklahoma State University

Colon Cancer Prevention

March 22, 2016 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hillcrest HealthCare System invites you to attend this FREE Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ featuring Utica Park Clinic Gastroenterologist, Dr. Jeffrey Hunt. Attend this presentation to learn about: • Colon cancer • Colonoscopies • Treatment Options A complimentary meal will be served at 11:30am with the presentation beginning at 12:00pm. Seating is limited, so please RSVP by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 1) or visiting Hillcrest.com/Events. Silver Elite is a free membership program offered for ages 60 and older. Members enjoy fun, educational events and in-hospital benefits. Learn more or sign up by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 2) or visiting www.SilverElite.org. You may also become a member at the event. (Membership is not required to attend this event.)

GED Classes

Every Tuesday & Thursday | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
March 24, 29 & 31, 2016

Classes are free!!! New room location at RSU: Herrington Hall- Room 225 Tuesday and Thursday Evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm Classes are open entry throughout the school year Classes are also offered during the day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Leadership by Question presented by Dr. Matt Bowler

March 29, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Leadership is more effective when leaders ask thoughtfully-crafted, strategically-positioned and well-timed questions. These types of questions engage people, show that you value people, get people to develop their own creative solutions, and create a learning environment. In this program, participants will learn to engage followers and be a more effective leader by learning about and practicing the art of leading using questions.

Effective Attitudes in the Workplace presented by Dr. Lee Manzer

March 29, 2016 | 1 - 4 p.m.

The impact of attitudes on any work environment can be significant. Among the topics discussed in this seminar are how attitudes are formed, how they are organized, how they are changed, and how they affect one’s self-image. By having a better understanding of attitudes, you can become happier and more productive in the workplace.

ESL Health Classes

Every Monday & Wednesday | 6:15 - 8:15 p.m.
April 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27, 2016

The Rogers County Literacy Council is excited to host a Health themed ESL class titled, “Health Conversation,” at the Community Center in Claremore. Beginning April 4, 2016, classes will be held from 6:15 pm to 8:15 pm, Monday and Wednesday evenings. These classes will give English language learners tools to communicate more effectively with health care providers , and understand health related issues in English.

GED Classes

Every Tuesday & Thursday | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 & 28, 2016

Classes are free!!! New room location at RSU: Herrington Hall- Room 225 Tuesday and Thursday Evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm Classes are open entry throughout the school year Classes are also offered during the day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Tulsa Business Forums presents Gen. Keith Alexander

April 6, 2016 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Gen. Keith Alexander, Commander, U.S. Cyber Command (2010-2014) and Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security (2005-2014) will present “A Road Map to Freedom: The Strategy of Effective Cyber Security” A four-star Army general and the highest ranked military official of U.S. Cyber Command, the National Security Agency and the Central Security Service, Gen. Keith Alexander has played a pivotal role in securing our safety at home and abroad for the past decade. The event is hosted by The Oklahoma State University, Spears School of Business and supported by corporate sponsors. More details located at: http://cepd.okstate.edu/openenrollment/bss/tbf/

Be Hip Again

April 12, 2016 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hillcrest HealthCare System invites you to attend this FREE Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ featuring Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chad Crawley. Attend this presentation to learn about: • Osteoarthritis • Hip Pain • Treatment Options A complimentary meal will be served at 11:30am with the presentation beginning at 12:00pm. Seating is limited, so please RSVP by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 1) or visiting Hillcrest.com/Events. Silver Elite is a free membership program offered for ages 60 and older. Members enjoy fun, educational events and in-hospital benefits. Learn more or sign up by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 2) or visiting www.SilverElite.org. You may also become a member at the event. (Membership is not required to attend this event.)

BEST Leaders Certificate Program-Spring 2016- Understanding Business Analytics to Improve Company Performance presented by Dr. Goutam Chakraborty

April 14, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Analytics is not IT. Analytics is not Statistics. Analytics is not Mathematics. Analytics incorporates concepts and tools from all of the above to help you make better decisions with data. And, you do not need to be an IT professional or a “quant jock” to be able to harness the power of analytics for making better business decisions. This one-day hands-on workshop using state-of-the art analytics software that is visually rich and has an easy to use interface (point-and-click) will break the myth that you have to be an IT or math/stat. person to use and appreciate analytics to improve company performance.

Be Hip Again

April 14, 2016 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Hillcrest HealthCare System invites you to attend this FREE Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ featuring Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chad Crawley. Attend this presentation to learn about: • Osteoarthritis • Hip Pain • Treatment Options A complimentary meal will be served at 5:30pm with the presentation beginning at 6:00pm. Seating is limited, so please RSVP by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 1) or visiting Hillcrest.com/Events. Silver Elite is a free membership program offered for ages 60 and older. Members enjoy fun, educational events and in-hospital benefits. Learn more or sign up by calling 918-579-6060 (ext. 2) or visiting www.SilverElite.org. You may also become a member at the event. (Membership is not required to attend this event.)

Sheep Shearing School

Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
April 14, 15 & 16, 2016

SHEARING SCHOOL AT SHEPHERD’S CROSS April 14, 15 & 16 ( Thursday, Friday & Saturday) 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM • Workshops held at Shepherd’s Cross, an authentic working farm, just north of Claremore OK on Scenic Route 66. • Primary Instructors: Israel Vasek & Dr. Diane Dickinson • This is an American Sheep Industry Certified class • Israel Vasek is a professional sheep shearer, and shears approximately 10,000 sheep per year. He learned to shear with his father, and is carrying on the family tradition. Israel is not only a quality shearer, but he is conscientious, and handles the sheep respectfully. He and his family live in North Dakota. We are honored to have him come to Oklahoma to teach this class. • Dr. Diane Dickinson, a licensed veterinarian and a agriculturalist, with over 30 years of livestock and farming experience. Her unique perspective of animal husbandry care includes that of a producer, a veterinarian, the small flock & herd, global agriculture, Biblical agriculture, sustainable living, natural production, agritourism and niche markets. • What each student will learn: o How to shear a sheep effectively. o Proper handling of shearing equipment. o Sheep handling. o Skirting and grading a fleece. o Visit the Farm Museum and demonstration area to learn basic wool processing. • What each student will be given, to take home: o An official American Sheep Industry tutorial handbook • Additional Information o Each student will have the opportunity to shear a sheep o Sheep & shears provided for use during the school. o No outside animals of any kind are permitted on the premises due to USDA regulations. o Please be prepared to sign a waiver & heed Shepherd’s Cross Rules. http://shepherdscross.com/releaseform.html o Please bring any shearing tools you have, for consultation & use if desired. o Minimum of 5 registrants; maximum of 12 registrants. o Shepherd’s Cross is an Animal Welfare Approved facility. We hold to specific standards of humane animal treatment. o Please bring a sack lunch. Morning and afternoon snacks provided. • Total Class Fee: $245.00 ($75 & this form due by April 5 - call in or drop by for credit card or mail a check) • Our classes go a step farther than regular classes - we teach some history of fiber arts, and practical technology. • Shepherd’s Cross and Heart of the Shepherd teaches animal husbandry classes, wool processing classes and veterinary care all around the world. • Shepherd’s Cross hosts a mini wool mill, processing the wool from their 150 sheep on site. • Workshops are augmented by hands on learning tools available in the Educational Farm Museum, and with a collection of fiber arts from around the world. • Shepherd’s Cross is the only Animal Welfare Approved sheep farm in Oklahoma and processes the only Animal Welfare Approved fiber sold in the U.S. (that is chemical free, hormone free, free range, natural) • Heart of the Shepherd, the non-profit organization (501-C3) that operates at the farm establishes wool mills in remote, impoverished areas around the world. • Other Fiber Arts Classes are offered on an individual or group basis throughout the year. • Advanced Classes available upon request. • Come to the farm and enjoy the peace of a few hours spent in the country. • Farm museum is open – free admission. • The Bible Garden is available for guided or self-guided tours; audio or visual or both. • Shepherd’s Shop, a quaint country gift shop, is an event in itself - featuring a host of festive fall, handmade and farm related gifts and wares from many gifted artisans; a year round “craft fair”. Gift shop open every week from 8:30 – 5:30 Thursday, Friday & Saturday. • Shepherd’s Cross is home to Heart of the Shepherd Inc., a public, non-profit Christian organization (501-C3) that teaches Biblical references to the harvest, the animals, farming and gardening. Biblical references are found throughout the farm experience. • Shepherd’s Cross is an accredited Agritoruism facility, a Made in Oklahoma Company, a member of the Claremore Farmer’s Market, an Animal Welfare Approved sheep farm, a producer for and distribution site for the Oklahoma Food Co-op. • To find out more information about our woolly events please visit our website: www.ShepherdsCross.com - simply click “Classes” on the home page Contact: Shepherd’s Cross & Heart of the Shepherd Dr. Diane Dickinson, president & executive director 918-342-5911 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017

Sleep with the Sharks

April 15, 2016

Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks? Come join us at the Aquarium for our Sleep with the Sharks overnight event! If sharks aren't your idea of a relaxing nights sleep then feel free to Slumber with the Seahorses! The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 7:00 p.m. and includes a light snack, drinks, dive show, scavenger hunt, flashlight tour, a movie, and then sweet sea-themed dreams! Wake up and join us for breakfast. What to Bring Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses are welcome. Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed. Change of clothes and night clothes if desired. The Cost $45 (plus tax) per person $40 (plus tax) per person – Groups of 15 or more (must register all at once) $35 (plus tax) per person – Oklahoma Aquarium Members (must register on the link above to receive the member discount) The "Fine Print" Information must be filled out for every person including chaperones All participants are required to sign a liability waiver No unchaperoned minors Dinner is not served, please eat before arrival A minimum of 1 adult for every 5 minors There is a minimum age of 5

Networking and Building Profitable Relationships: The Primary Drivers of Success presented by Dr. Andrew Urich

April 19, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The ability to be comfortable and confident in business settings and to make a memorable impression is an acquired skill. This vital skill will help you go farther in your career and also help your organization succeed by the profitable relationships you will create with current and potential clients. Participants will learn how to cultivate interpersonal skills, find opportunities for success, the essence of networking and much more.

Woolly Weekend

April 28-30, 2016 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

• Woolly Weekend is a “sheep to shawl” festival held 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 are shorn (given a haircut). Sheep shearing occurs throughout the day. Over 100 sheep will be shorn on the farm this year. • Watch the wool processed on site – combed, spun, and woven into a finished product. • Children’s activities include weaving, games, wool project, and coloring contest. • Visit the Farm Animal Barn & pet the barn yard animals. (USDA licensed) • Tour the educational & interactive Farm Museum & Educational Silo • Sheep to Shawl: Over the three days we will create at least two shawls from the first shorn wool on Thursday morning. This includes the entire process! It is rare to find a true Sheep to Shawl event. • One shawl will be available for purchase via a Silent Auction. • Short Course Fiber Classes - learn drop spindling or needle felting both days. Please call or email to pre-register. • Help make one of the shawls! • Tour the Bible Garden - guided or self-guided tours; every 30 minutes. • Shepherd’s Shop will be open, featuring a host of “woolly” and farm related handmade gifts made by Shepherd’s Cross and over 50 local crafters; farm fresh meat, Amish jams, health foods, yarns, 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 lamb meat and Dexter beef. Samples will be available. USDA processed meat is available at the farm for purchase year round. The only AWA sheep farm in OK. • Yarn, yarn, & more yarn – natural, chemical free, 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. AWA approved wool. • Fiber Arts, Animal Husbandry & Shearing lessons available at the farm throughout the year. • Shepherd’s Cross is home to a non-profit Christian organization called Heart of the Shepherd, that hosts the event. • Teaching basic agricultural principles and their relationship to the Bible are instrumental in the educational component of the farm. • Volunteers needed for fiber arts demonstrations, sheep to shawl teams, garden tours & more. • This is a free event. Donations are welcome - suggested donation of $3 per person. • 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. • Woolly Weekend will 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. • To find out more information about this woolly event please visit our website: www.ShepherdsCross.com Contact Information: Shepherd’s Cross & Heart of the Shepherd 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017

ESL Health Classes

Every Monday & Wednesday | 6:15 - 8:15 p.m.
May 2 & 4, 2016

The Rogers County Literacy Council is excited to host a Health themed ESL class titled, “Health Conversation,” at the Community Center in Claremore. Beginning April 4, 2016, classes will be held from 6:15 pm to 8:15 pm, Monday and Wednesday evenings. These classes will give English language learners tools to communicate more effectively with health care providers , and understand health related issues in English.

Stroke: B.E. F.A.S.T.

May 18, 2016 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for a free Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ with Dr. Andre Fredieu, medical director of Oklahoma Stroke & Neurological Institute at Hillcrest Medical Center. Learn the warning signs of a stroke and how every minute counts. Dr. Fredieu will also discuss and take questions related to treatment options. Those who are not yet members of Silver Elite may sign up to become members before or at the event. (To sign up, visit SilverElite.org or call 918-579-6060).

BEST Leaders Certificate Program-Spring 2016- Managing Employees Virtually presented by Dr. Raj Basu

May 19, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

This highly interactive and engaging seminar explores the challenges of managing employees who are geographically dispersed. Typically, geographically dispersed employees do not go through the four stages of group development (Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing) that are critical for high performance. Consequently, dispersed employees are often characterized by lower levels of engagement, commitment, and loyalty. In the absence of co-location, other managerial interventions become critical. This seminar underscores the importance of goal specificity, immediate feedback, virtual interactions, 360 evaluations, communications, and contingent rewards to virtual management.

Camp Bandage

May 21, 2016 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Camp Bandage is an opportunity for professionals to donate their time and knowledge to teach children and adults of our community how to save lives and live safely. Dr and Mrs. A.L. Gerner started Camp Bandage in 1983 and held it annually for many, many years at their ranch in Broken Arrow. At Camp Bandage, you learn what to do at the scene of all kinds of accidents until emergency help arrives. You can watch, and also participate, as the professionals render emergency care to the various types of “injuries”. You will see “victims” of “serious” auto collisions, motor cycle accidents, airplane crashes, near drowning’s, snake bites, heart attacks, burns, poisoning, fractures, multiple lacerations and much more. The victims at Camp Bandage appear very realistic. They are “pale, bloody, dirty, and screaming” drama students and volunteers. You will learn, through safety awareness training, how to prevent most of the many injuries commonly seen in the emergency centers. This entire program, which has taught thousands, is made possible by scores of volunteering individuals, agencies and groups who donate their time, talents and resources. Virtually, all government and private agencies, throughout eastern Oklahoma, that deal with medical emergencies and safety training, participate with their equipment, such as fire trucks, ambulances, police cars, medical helicopters, civil defense units and more! The program is free to the public. It is very practical, educational and exciting for the entire family!

Words at Work: Business Writing for Success presented by Kim McCrackin

June 7, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

This seminar will teach you the skills and techniques of communicating information clearly, concisely and conscientiously. In addition to good writing, you will also learn persuasive, effective writing techniques that will create an impact through your selection of words and style.

Editing and Proofreading presented by Kim McCrackin

June 7, 2016 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Learn the importance of correctness and professionalism in business writing and be guided through proofreading strategies for improved business communications. Learn proofreading strategies, understand grammatical rules, and develop a consistent writing style.

Sleep with the Sharks

June 10, 2016

Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks? Come join us at the Aquarium for our Sleep with the Sharks overnight event! If sharks aren't your idea of a relaxing nights sleep then feel free to Slumber with the Seahorses! The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 7:00 p.m. and includes a light snack, drinks, dive show, scavenger hunt, flashlight tour, a movie, and then sweet sea-themed dreams! Wake up and join us for breakfast. What to Bring Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses are welcome. Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed. Change of clothes and night clothes if desired. The Cost $45 (plus tax) per person $40 (plus tax) per person – Groups of 15 or more (must register all at once) $35 (plus tax) per person – Oklahoma Aquarium Members (must register on the link above to receive the member discount) The "Fine Print" Information must be filled out for every person including chaperones All participants are required to sign a liability waiver No unchaperoned minors Dinner is not served, please eat before arrival A minimum of 1 adult for every 5 minors There is a minimum age of 5

BEST Leaders Certificate Program-Spring 2016- Encouraging Employees to Think Like Owners presented by Dr. Toby Joplin

June 15, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Too often employees have entirely different goals than the owners or even management of the companies for which they work. For example, a customer picks up his dry cleaning from the laundry and asks the employee, how her day was going. The employee replies, “Great! It’s been really slow!” One wonders if the owners would think that their business being “really slow” was so great. When employees and managers/owners have goals that are too far apart, it can lead to stress and conflict on the parts of both the employees and management. When management/owners and employees are pulling in different directions, it results in less than optimal results for the organization and lower employee satisfaction. This is a common but solvable problem for managers. In this program, you will develop a better understanding of why employees and managers/owners may have different goals and priorities, how to better align the interests of the employees with the goals of the organization, and how to attract the right employees and motivate them to better assist the organization reach its goals.

Allergies: A to Z

June 29, 2016 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for a free Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ with Dr. Keith Miles of Utica Park Clinic. Learn about signs, symptoms and treatment options of allergies. Dr. Miles will also take questions related to allergies and treatment options. Those who are not yet members of Silver Elite may sign up to become members before or at the event. To sign up, visit SilverElite.org or call 918-579-6060.

Sleep with the Sharks

July 22, 2016

Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks? Come join us at the Aquarium for our Sleep with the Sharks overnight event! If sharks aren't your idea of a relaxing nights sleep then feel free to Slumber with the Seahorses! The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 7:00 p.m. and includes a light snack, drinks, dive show, scavenger hunt, flashlight tour, a movie, and then sweet sea-themed dreams! Wake up and join us for breakfast. What to Bring Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses are welcome. Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed. Change of clothes and night clothes if desired. The Cost $45 (plus tax) per person $40 (plus tax) per person – Groups of 15 or more (must register all at once) $35 (plus tax) per person – Oklahoma Aquarium Members (must register on the link above to receive the member discount) The "Fine Print" Information must be filled out for every person including chaperones All participants are required to sign a liability waiver No unchaperoned minors Dinner is not served, please eat before arrival A minimum of 1 adult for every 5 minors There is a minimum age of 5

Credit Report Event

July 26, 2016 | 4 - 7 p.m.

Free Credit Report Event The Alliance for Economic Inclusion, a Financial Education initiative serving all of Northeastern Oklahoma, is hosting a Free Credit Report Event. The Event is open to everyone and will be held on Tuesday July 26th, 2016 4:00-7:00pm and Thursday, July 28th 2:00pm-5:00pm at Goodwill Industries of Tulsa, 2800 Southwest Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74107. Participants will have the opportunity to obtain a free copy of their Credit Report and sit down with an experienced Lender to review the report in detail, no strings attached! The participant and lender will be able to discuss the importance of credit, details of a report, how the credit score is affected by items, how to resolve any disputes on the report, etc. The Event is Free. For additional information, contact Amber Deramus via email at eat44@eau44eav44eaw44 or via phone at 918-499-4162.

Advances in Treating Depression & Memory Loss

July 28, 2016 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for a free Silver Elite seminar for ages 60+ with Dr. Jeff McIlroy, Psychiatrist with Hillcrest Hospital Cushing. Attend this presentation to learn about treatment options for depression and memory loss. Those who are not yet members of Silver Elite may sign up to become members before or at the event. To sign up, visit SilverElite.org or call 918-579-6060.

Credit Report Event

July 28, 2016 | 2 - 5 p.m.

Free Credit Report Event The Alliance for Economic Inclusion, a Financial Education initiative serving all of Northeastern Oklahoma, is hosting a Free Credit Report Event. The Event is open to everyone and will be held on Tuesday July 26th, 2016 4:00-7:00pm and Thursday, July 28th 2:00pm-5:00pm at Goodwill Industries of Tulsa, 2800 Southwest Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74107. Participants will have the opportunity to obtain a free copy of their Credit Report and sit down with an experienced Lender to review the report in detail, no strings attached! The participant and lender will be able to discuss the importance of credit, details of a report, how the credit score is affected by items, how to resolve any disputes on the report, etc. The Event is Free. For additional information, contact Amber Deramus via email at eat44@eau44eav44eaw44 or via phone at 918-499-4162.

Back To School Bash

August 6, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

A FREE health and safety fair for Broken Arrow public and private schools students as well as Union Public School students to get ready to go back to school. • The Health Department will be there to tell you what shots are need and where the next shot clinics will be. • Free haircuts provided by cosmetology students at tech (2nd year students( and will also have professional hairstylist to get everyone ready to go back to school • Safety displays form the Broken Arrow Police and Fire Department • Jupiter Jumps • Free ice cream and snow cones • Free school supplies and clothing for students • Over 65 venders both business and churches will be giving out school suppliespod There are over 65 vendors that participate in this event and a lot of resources are given out to help the children in Broken Arrow have a successful start to the school year. We are also collecting school supplies and they can be dropped off at: Broken Arrow Neighbors, 322 West Broadway 251-7781 (Office) Broken Arrow Police Department, 1101 north 6th Street 918- 451-8213 (Lisa Ford)

After School Program at the Thrive Center

August 29-31, 2016 | 3 - 6 p.m.

An affordable After School program featuring creative arts classes, homework assistance, tutoring, games and Christian Life skills for Children ages 5-15 years old, 3-6 pm weekdays at International Gospel Center's New Thrive Center @ 7th & Memorial, Tulsa. Cost: $35/week per student ( or $8/day ) Info & registration: www. IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

After School Program at the Thrive Center

September 1-30, 2016 | 3 - 6 p.m.

An affordable After School program featuring creative arts classes, homework assistance, tutoring, games and Christian Life skills for Children ages 5-15 years old, 3-6 pm weekdays at International Gospel Center's New Thrive Center @ 7th & Memorial, Tulsa. Cost: $35/week per student ( or $8/day ) Info & registration: www. IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

Home Schoolers

September 27-30, 2016 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Home Schoolers Come and enjoy our Thrive Center state of the art facility for FREE between 1-3pm daily Free wi-fi. Free use of Apple TV for group teaching/movies. Use of our classrooms for group teaching sessions. Opportunity for older students to volunteer in the program and receive community service hrs. Free coffee. To benefits from the above offer, homeschoolers are required to register for our creative arts/after school program for an affordable cost of $35 per week per student (or $8/day). Program includes: Creative Arts Classes- drama, dance, and handbells Opportunity to share the Gospel to the community using the arts Involvement with the community Christmas production on Sunday December 18 @ 6pm Tutoring/Homework Assistance Elementary Grades Pre-K-6:- Reading, Writing, and math Upper Level Grades 7-12:- Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Spanish, and French Location: 555 S Memorial Drive (7th and Memorial) Info & registration: www.IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

Home Schoolers

October 1-31, 2016 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Home Schoolers Come and enjoy our Thrive Center state of the art facility for FREE between 1-3pm daily Free wi-fi. Free use of Apple TV for group teaching/movies. Use of our classrooms for group teaching sessions. Opportunity for older students to volunteer in the program and receive community service hrs. Free coffee. To benefits from the above offer, homeschoolers are required to register for our creative arts/after school program for an affordable cost of $35 per week per student (or $8/day). Program includes: Creative Arts Classes- drama, dance, and handbells Opportunity to share the Gospel to the community using the arts Involvement with the community Christmas production on Sunday December 18 @ 6pm Tutoring/Homework Assistance Elementary Grades Pre-K-6:- Reading, Writing, and math Upper Level Grades 7-12:- Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Spanish, and French Location: 555 S Memorial Drive (7th and Memorial) Info & registration: www.IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

After School Program at the Thrive Center

October 1-31, 2016 | 3 - 6 p.m.

An affordable After School program featuring creative arts classes, homework assistance, tutoring, games and Christian Life skills for Children ages 5-15 years old, 3-6 pm weekdays at International Gospel Center's New Thrive Center @ 7th & Memorial, Tulsa. Cost: $35/week per student ( or $8/day ) Info & registration: www. IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

Drawing on Memories

Monthly on the First Thursday | 1 - 2 p.m.
October 6, 2016

This free program is for persons with Early Stage of Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia and their care partners to engage the mind through hands-on art activities. Changing the way we look at Alzheimer's or a related dementia affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Come see how art affects these three things in a discussion of specific art piece followed by a hands-on interactive activity. Meet others directly affected with Early Stage Diagnosis. Admission is free but space is limited. Visit alz.org/Oklahoma or call 800-272-3900.

Sleep with the Sharks

October 14, 2016

Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks? Come join us at the Aquarium for our Sleep with the Sharks overnight event! If sharks aren't your idea of a relaxing nights sleep then feel free to Slumber with the Seahorses! The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 7:00 p.m. and includes a light snack, drinks, dive show, scavenger hunt, flashlight tour, a movie, and then sweet sea-themed dreams! Wake up and join us for breakfast. What to Bring Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses are welcome. Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed. Change of clothes and night clothes if desired. The Cost $45 (plus tax) per person $40 (plus tax) per person – Groups of 15 or more (must register all at once) $35 (plus tax) per person – Oklahoma Aquarium Members (must register on the link above to receive the member discount) The "Fine Print" Information must be filled out for every person including chaperones All participants are required to sign a liability waiver No unchaperoned minors Dinner is not served, please eat before arrival A minimum of 1 adult for every 5 minors There is a minimum age of 5

After School Program at the Thrive Center

November 1-30, 2016 | 3 - 6 p.m.

An affordable After School program featuring creative arts classes, homework assistance, tutoring, games and Christian Life skills for Children ages 5-15 years old, 3-6 pm weekdays at International Gospel Center's New Thrive Center @ 7th & Memorial, Tulsa. Cost: $35/week per student ( or $8/day ) Info & registration: www. IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

Home Schoolers

November 1-30, 2016 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Home Schoolers Come and enjoy our Thrive Center state of the art facility for FREE between 1-3pm daily Free wi-fi. Free use of Apple TV for group teaching/movies. Use of our classrooms for group teaching sessions. Opportunity for older students to volunteer in the program and receive community service hrs. Free coffee. To benefits from the above offer, homeschoolers are required to register for our creative arts/after school program for an affordable cost of $35 per week per student (or $8/day). Program includes: Creative Arts Classes- drama, dance, and handbells Opportunity to share the Gospel to the community using the arts Involvement with the community Christmas production on Sunday December 18 @ 6pm Tutoring/Homework Assistance Elementary Grades Pre-K-6:- Reading, Writing, and math Upper Level Grades 7-12:- Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Spanish, and French Location: 555 S Memorial Drive (7th and Memorial) Info & registration: www.IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

Home Schoolers

December 1-18, 2016 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Home Schoolers Come and enjoy our Thrive Center state of the art facility for FREE between 1-3pm daily Free wi-fi. Free use of Apple TV for group teaching/movies. Use of our classrooms for group teaching sessions. Opportunity for older students to volunteer in the program and receive community service hrs. Free coffee. To benefits from the above offer, homeschoolers are required to register for our creative arts/after school program for an affordable cost of $35 per week per student (or $8/day). Program includes: Creative Arts Classes- drama, dance, and handbells Opportunity to share the Gospel to the community using the arts Involvement with the community Christmas production on Sunday December 18 @ 6pm Tutoring/Homework Assistance Elementary Grades Pre-K-6:- Reading, Writing, and math Upper Level Grades 7-12:- Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Spanish, and French Location: 555 S Memorial Drive (7th and Memorial) Info & registration: www.IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525

After School Program at the Thrive Center

December 1-21, 2016 | 3 - 6 p.m.

An affordable After School program featuring creative arts classes, homework assistance, tutoring, games and Christian Life skills for Children ages 5-15 years old, 3-6 pm weekdays at International Gospel Center's New Thrive Center @ 7th & Memorial, Tulsa. Cost: $35/week per student ( or $8/day ) Info & registration: www. IGCenter.org or 918.836.5525