Community Calendar of Events

Tulsa Shoot-Out

January 1-5, 2019

Tulsa Expo Square 4145 E 21st St Tulsa, OK 74114

Secret Keeper Girl

February 8, 2019

Mabee Center 7777 S Lewis Ave Tulsa, OK 74136 918-495-6000 www.mabeecenter.com

Weekend to Remember Couples Conference

February 22-24, 2019

Professor Smart

March 14-15, 2019

Spring Break with Will Rogers

March 18-22, 2019

Spring Break Camp

March 18-22, 2019 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The Spring Break Camp is from March 18-22, 9am-6pm daily, $70/Child/Week or $25/Child/Day, Will offer activities in sports, exciting field trips, creative cooking, creative arts, and Christian life skills. There is pick up available from La-fortune Park on 51st& S. Yale Ave (Mornings only).

Claremore Kennel Club Dog Show

March 27-31, 2019

Tulsa Boys Home Annual Spring Luncheon

April 4, 2019 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Women's Association of the Tulsa Boys Home will be hosting their major fundraiser. Gregg Conway, CEO, will speak about the Tulsa Boys Home; there will be a silent auction and delicious luncheon. Tickets are $75.00, 100% of all proceeds will benefit the Tulsa Boys Home. Please come! The mission of the Tulsa Boys Home is to provide the highest quality residential care for young boys needing placement outside their home for the purpose of developing well adjusted responsible adults and strengthening the family.

h'ART of a Child Hosted by Ray of Hope Advocacy Center

April 7, 2019

Woolly Weekend

April 25-27, 2019

Meghadootam: The Cloud Messenger

April 27, 2019

Kristin Chenoweth's Broadway Bootcamp

June 9-15, 2019

BACP Youth Theatre Summer Camp

June 10-28, 2019

Reading Partners Celebration

June 11, 2019 | 5 - 7 p.m.

You’re invited to a special Reading Partners Celebration! Meet us at the Reading Tree on June 11, and dance to live music by Hot Toast, hear storytimes and enjoy free ice cream as we celebrate the start of summer together. The event is free, and open to the public. All are welcome! This year, Reading Partners reached several milestones including engaging more than 2,000 community volunteers to serve more than 1,700 Tulsa students with more than 55,000 tutoring sessions. Not only is this a milestone for the number of students impacted in Tulsa, but also for the entire Reading Partners network across the country. None of this would be possible without your support, which is why we hope you’ll celebrate with us. It is the perfect way to spend a summer evening with your family and friends.

Sharklahoma

Every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2019

Sharklahoma is a collaboration between the Oklahoma Aquarium and the Jenks Chamber of Commerce to celebrate our community and its local businesses, while also raising awareness about the ecological and economic importance of sharks. Given the importance of sharks to Jenks and beyond, the Jenks Chamber of Commerce met with the Oklahoma Aquarium in 2018 to create a celebration of these sharks and the incredible community where you can see them. The result was “Sharklahoma”—a month-long celebration of all-things shark, with events at the Oklahoma Aquarium and several other supportive local businesses throughout Jenks. The Oklahoma Aquarium is home to the only bull shark exhibit in the Western Hemisphere. With 10 bull sharks on exhibit, it is also the world’s largest collection of bull sharks. This exhibit, amongst others, has earned the Oklahoma Aquarium media attention from around the globe. Since opening in 2003, the Oklahoma Aquarium has been a great source of pride and economic growth for the city of Jenks. The bull sharks have also participated in important research projects to help humans and other sharks in captivity.

WWII Botany: How Plants won the War

July 8, 2019 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Author, botanist, and historian, Judith Sumner will present a special program looking at military history from a botanical perspective. From victory gardens and agriculture to rubber, coal, paper, timber, drugs, and fibers, plant products supplied the wartime materials that played key roles in the victory. The presentation will be held Monday, July 8, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the Tulsa Garden Center. The lecture is free and open to the public.

Senior Safety & Lifestyle Fair

July 31, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Come Join LIFE Senior Services and Tulsa Police Department's Senior Services Unit for the 2019 Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair. Event Highlights - Hot off the Press! Get your free copy of the 2019-20 edition of LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services - Presentations throughout the day that will help you live actively, independently and safely; Emceed by News On 6 anchor and crime reporter Lori Fullbright - News On 6 booth staffed with your favorite KOTV reporters and anchors - come spin the prize wheel! - Free document shredding - Rx Take Back – Bring in your unused or expired prescriptions for safe disposal - Over 100 exhibitors offering a wide variety of information, products and services for seniors and family caregivers - Paw Pals therapy dogs and pets for adoption - Goodie bags for the first 500 people through the door - Bingo, entertainment and door prizes

Sharklahoma

Every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
August 1, 2 & 3, 2019

Sharklahoma is a collaboration between the Oklahoma Aquarium and the Jenks Chamber of Commerce to celebrate our community and its local businesses, while also raising awareness about the ecological and economic importance of sharks. Given the importance of sharks to Jenks and beyond, the Jenks Chamber of Commerce met with the Oklahoma Aquarium in 2018 to create a celebration of these sharks and the incredible community where you can see them. The result was “Sharklahoma”—a month-long celebration of all-things shark, with events at the Oklahoma Aquarium and several other supportive local businesses throughout Jenks. The Oklahoma Aquarium is home to the only bull shark exhibit in the Western Hemisphere. With 10 bull sharks on exhibit, it is also the world’s largest collection of bull sharks. This exhibit, amongst others, has earned the Oklahoma Aquarium media attention from around the globe. Since opening in 2003, the Oklahoma Aquarium has been a great source of pride and economic growth for the city of Jenks. The bull sharks have also participated in important research projects to help humans and other sharks in captivity.

2019 August Small Business Education

August 27, 2019 | 8:30 - 10 a.m.

This educational series focuses on key areas of running a business. Topics are generated from survey results sent to partners. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: HOST SPONSOR $250 (1 Available per quarter) Prominent recognition on all PR/Marketing Marrketing material on tables reserved for sponsor 3 minute opportunhity to greet at event FOOD SPONSOR $250 (1 Available per quarter) Prominent recognition on all PR/Marketing Marketing material on tables reserved for sponsor Recognition at event

Collinsville Walking History Tour and WWII Display

September 14, 2019 | 3 - 5 p.m.

COLLINSVILLE CHAMBER PLANS HISTORIC 1940s WALKING TOUR Collinsville, OK (Sept. 14, 2019) – The Collinsville Chamber of Commerce is planning an historic walking tour of downtown Collinsville for Saturday, September 14. The first tour will begin at 3:00 pm at the City Plaza at 12th and Main. Tour attendees will be given a glimpse at life in Collinsville during war time. The event will begin with a short introduction and musical performance, then groups will head out in 20-minute intervals to walk downtown Collinsville. Guests will be treated to fun and interesting stories from the relatives of those who lived and worked in Collinsville during the 1940s. The tour will stop at seven locations before concluding at the Veterans Community Building where attendees will enjoy WWII memorabilia, military vehicles on display, and refreshments. Admission price is only $10 per person. There will be a limit of 25 people per tour group. Be sure to contact the office today to reserve your spot, as spaces are expected to sell quickly! If you want to only tour the WWII display at the Veterans Building tickets are $5 at the door. The Chamber would like to thank Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home and Slush Face Slushies for generously sponsoring this event. For more information, please contact Carri Yount at eat20@eau20eav20eaw20 or 918.371.4703.

Couples In Sync Marriage Conference

September 21, 2019 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Marriage Enrichment Conference for engaged and married couples

MONARCHS ON THE MOUNTAIN – MIGRATION CELEBRATION AT TURKEY MOUNTAIN

September 21, 2019 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Celebrate the vital role eastern Oklahoma plays in the amazing Monarch butterfly migration! Join us for great activities and presentations including educational activities and crafts, tagging and releasing of Monarch butterflies, and native pollinator plants and milkweed available for purchase. Thank you to our sponsers! RiverParks Authority, The Met, Tulsa Audubon Society, Tulsa Urban Wilderness Coalition, River Field Country Day School, Conservation Coalition of Oklahoma Foundation, Tulsa County Conservation District, Monarch Initiative of Tulsa, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, City of Tulsa Oklahoma, The YMCA, Sustainable Tulsa, Blue Thumb, MG Tulsa, and the Tulsa Zoo

Black Walnut Hulling & Buying Station

Every 8 Weeks on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
September 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2019

Black Walnut Hulling & Buying Station at Shepherd’s Cross September 24 – November 9, 2019 Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 p.m. Monday by appointment Closed Sunday Black Walnut Hulling is held each fall at Shepherd’s Cross. Simply pick up black walnuts from the ground, bring them to the farm by the bag, bucket, or truck load. We will hull them, weight them, and pay you for them. This can be a great cost free fundraiser for clubs, schools, churches & organizations. Shepherd’s Cross is one of only four buying stations in Oklahoma. We are a buyer for Hammon’s Black Walnuts, which is the only black walnut processing facility in the U.S. Black walnut hulling will proceed even in the case of inclement weather. Black walnuts are a natural protein source, high in antioxidants, and help reduce the risk of cancer. Black Walnuts are not chemically sprayed; they survive naturally; chemical free. Additional harvesting information is at: https://black-walnuts.com/discover-harvesting-and-hulling/. The Black Walnut hauling is held in conjunction with the annual Shepherd’s Cross Pumpkin Festival. This is a harvest celebration held at the farm. This event is wholesome fun for the entire family it includes a hay maze, festive outdoor & indoor games, Farm Animal Petting Barn, farm demonstrations, museum, silo, wagon rides and festive fall story time. The farm is an authentic working farm, just north of Claremore OK on Scenic Route 66 where the main focus is educational, fall festive fun. Shepherd’s Shop, is a quaint country gift shop, an event in itself. The shop is host to festive fall handmade and farm related gifts, and wares from many gifted artisans. Healthy choice foods and grass fed, grass finished meats and wool items are available. Shepherd’s Cross is an accredited Agritoruism facility, a Made in Oklahoma Company, a Grass Fed Grass Finished, and Animal Welfare Certified Farm. For more information see our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdsCrossor or visit our website at www.ShepherdsCross.com Contact: Shepherd’s Cross & Heart of the Shepherd Dr. Diane Dickinson, President & Executive Director eat23@eau23eav23eaw23 918-342-5911 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017

Ann Kulze, MD

October 4, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.

Presented By: Tulsa Town Hall Dr. Ann’s mission is to share the joys of healthy living with as many people as possible. With programs that are simple, easy and fun, she breaks down the science behind healthy living for people with busy lives. Kulze inspires as she teaches how to use food to enhance peace of mind, lower stress, and unleash the remarkable power of the human brain

Adulting Classes

October 21, 2019 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Each month a new topic with build skills in Financial Literacy, Resume building, sewing, self-esteem, car mantenance, nutritian and computer basics. For more inforamtion contact Melody Reader at the Sapulpa Public Library.

Sea Turtle Birthday Celebration!

November 9, 2019 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Celebrate our loggerhead sea turtle's 25th birthday with special treats, gifts, and fun activities for everyone on Saturday, November 9, from 2-4 p.m.! We'll reveal the new name of our turtle, and you'll find out how you can help save the sea turtles from right here in Oklahoma. Cost: Free for members; general admission for non-members. Please visit our website OKAquarium.org to enter the Sea Turtle Naming Contest

Legal Documents

November 14, 2019 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.

LIFE Senior Services has arranged for Tulsa attorney Brian Crain to present a program on the documents older adults and their caregivers need to make sure the wishes of the older adult are understood and followed and to provide peace of mind while promoting health and wellness. The free program will address the Oklahoma advance directive, powers of attorney, wills, trusts, guardianships and more. The presentation will be held at Legacy Plaza, 5330 E. 31s Street in Tulsa. For more information or to reserve your spot, call LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1181.

Robert Edsel

November 15, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.

Robert Edsel educates audiences with over 100 images of items stolen by Hitler's Nazis and with anecdotes about the scholar-soldiers who risked their lives to save artistic and cultural treasures from destruction and looting during and after WWII. The author of two books and a documentary on the subject, Edsel is a recognized authority on “the monuments men and women.

Kevin O'Leary on Wealth

November 21, 2019 | 5 p.m.

Join “Mr. Wonderful” from ABC’s Shark Tank and learn how to become a successful investor at this free event! After having extraordinary success with the software company he founded, Kevin O’Leary eventually found himself on television, quickly becoming a sought-after host and personality on a range of shows — most recently Shark Tank. In 2014, he founded O’Leary Financial Group — a group of brands and services that share his guiding principles of honesty, directness, convenience, and above all, great value.

Basics of Medicare

December 11, 2019 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

The Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services offers this program for anyone wanting to understand Medicare, anyone new to Medicare or those soon to be eligible for Medicare. Presenters will cover the basics of Medicare and what you need to know to make an informed decision about your Medicare coverage options. The program is held in the Legacy Plaza Conference Center at 5330 E. 31st Street. Reservations are required and you can reserve your spot by calling LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1189.

Ethical Considerations & the Age Wave

December 19, 2019 | 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

LIFE Senior Services presents a professional education program focusing on the mental health needs of older adults in "Ethical Considerations & the Age Wave." The seminar is designed for professionals who work with the senior population, such as nurses, behavioral health specialists, long-term care personnel and case managers. Special attention will focus on serving seniors with mental health challenges. We'll also review abuse, neglect and exploitation and address how the lack of power and control looks and feels. Reservations are required and three hours of Ethics CEs are offered. Registrations received by December 13 are only $49. After that, the fee is $65. Call LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 or visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org to register.