Community Calendar of Events

Tulsa Charter School Enrollment Fair

January 13 & 20, 2022 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Find the school that’s right for your child. Learn about the school choices available to your family. Meet with school staff and begin the lottery process for the following schools. College Bound Academy Collegiate Hall Dove Science Academy KIPP Tulsa Legacy Charter Academy Tulsa Honor Academy Tulsa School of Arts and Sciences January 13, 2022 from 5:30-7:00 pm OU Tulsa Founder’s Hall 4502 E 41 st St. January 20, 2022 from 5:30-7:00 pm Greenwood Cultural Center 322 N. Greenwood Ave. Charter schools do NOT charge tuition and are free to attend. For more information on charter schools in Tulsa, visit https://buff.ly/3sL5Fz1 -- Encuentre la escuela adecuada para su hijo. Conozca las opciones escolares disponibles para su familia. Reúnase con el personal de la escuela y comience el proceso de lotería para las siguientes escuelas. College Bound Academy Collegiate Hall Dove Science Academy KIPP Tulsa Legacy Charter Academy Tulsa Honor Academy Tulsa School of Arts and Sciences 13 de enero de 2022 de 5: 30-7: 00 pm OU Tulsa 4502 E 41 st St. 20 de enero de 2022 de 5: 30-7: 00 pm Greenwood Center 322 N. Greenwood Ave. Las escuelas charter NO cobran matrícula y son gratuitas. Para obtener más información sobre las escuelas charter en Tulsa, visite https://buff.ly/3sL5Fz1

Desserts & Planning: Free Estate Planning Seminar

January 27, 2022 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Desserts & Planning - FREE Estate Planning Seminar. Learn what it is to plan your estate and provide security for your family and loved ones. Lacy L. Shirley Law is very personable and knowledgeable about what is fact and what is myth. Seating is limited please RSVP www.LaceyLShirleyLaw.com or 918-527-6880 January 27, 2022, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Hope to see you there!

STEM after school program

Every Monday | 3:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.
January 31, 2022

Ages up to 11

Build A Reader Storytime: Babies & Toddlers

February 1, 2022 | 10:30 - 10:55 a.m.

AGE GROUP: TODDLERS, INFANTS Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.

Build A Reader: Bilingual Storytime - Cuentos Bilingües

February 1, 2022 | 11 - 11:30 a.m.

AGE GROUP: TODDLERS, PRESCHOOL, INFANTS Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.

Daddy Daughter Dance

February 5, 2022 | 3 - 9:30 p.m.

daughters 3-14 $15 per person

STEM after school program

Every Monday | 3:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.
February 7, 2022

Ages up to 11

Tulsa Audubon Society Eagle Watch and Raptor Rally

February 19, 2022 | 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Eagle Watch - Jenks Pedestrian Bridge - 8:30-9:30 Raptor Rally - Jenks High School, Building 6 Auditorium - 10:00-11:30

Adulting Classes

February 21, 2022 | 4 - 5:50 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.

2022 Eastern Oklahoma Autism Conference

February 26, 2022 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For caregivers, educators, professionals, community members, and more who want to learn more about autism, social disorders, resources, and treatment. Continuing education credits available.

Growing Library: Bean Growing Kits

March 1, 2022

Tuesday, March 01: All Day Hardesty Regional Library AGE GROUP: PRESCHOOL, INFANTS, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EVENT TYPE: STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS) GREEN DROP IN Plant a seed while you read! Drop by our children's department and pick up a bean growing kit. http://tccl.libnet.info/event/6145197

Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool - Early Edition!

March 1, 2022 | 9:30 - 9:50 a.m.

Tuesday, March 01: 9:30am - 9:50am Schusterman-Benson Library AGE GROUP: PRESCHOOL EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler. Register online to reserve a seat. https://events.tulsalibrary.org/event/6021485

Build A Reader Storytime: Family

March 2, 2022 | 10 - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, March 02: 10:00am - 10:30am Owasso Library - Meeting Room AGE GROUP: TODDLERS, PRESCHOOL, INFANTS EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime! There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children. https://events.tulsalibrary.org/event/6145257

StoryTime

Every Wednesday | !! 10:30 - 12 a.m.
March 2, 2022

Wednesdays at 10:30am Join us for Storytime at the Library! We'll have storied, Songs, rhymes, crafts and fun!

G.R.O.W. Mobile Library (Gather and Read on Wheels)

Every Thursday | 12 a.m.
March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2022

(Every Thursday of March) March 3, 2022 @ 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM At the Williams Lodge In partnership with Tulsa City County Library G.R.O.W. (Gather and Read on Wheels) Mobile Library offers visitors a chance to browse hundreds of books for all ages, read as a family, and even checkout books to take home using their library cards. GROW Saturdays kickoff with a themed story time and literacy tips from Early Learning Works, and afterwards the fun expands into literacy-based activities and crafts for all ages to enjoy. https://www.gatheringplace.org/events/event/2109412/date/2022-02-10

STEM Studio

Every Monday | 3:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.
March 7, 14 & 21, 2022

Mondays at 3:30pm (No STEM on the last Monday of the month) We'll explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on experiments, art, and observations.

LTAI Book Club at The Museum

March 10, 2022 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2022 AT 6:30 PM – 8 PM This book club is free, held at The Museum BA, and begins at 6:30 p.m. In addition, books are available for check out at The Museum BA front desk starting December 10th for all registered participants but must be returned each month. Let’s Talk About It, space is limited to the first 20 participants. Individuals interested in attending the series can pick up their literary selections at The Museum Broken Arrow. ***ZOOM option available, please email eat3@eau3eav3eaw3 to receive a zoom invite or you may attend in person*** https://www.brokenarrowmuseum.org/

Teen Anime Club

March 10, 2022 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 10, 5:00 - 6:30 pm Teens 13-18 are welcome to join our Anime Club! We will provide snacks, crafts, and watch anime together. Teens do not need a library card to attend. https://www.catoosapubliclibrary.com/teen-programs

Kids Second Saturday

March 12, 2022 | 11 a.m.

Join us for storytime chess! storytime chess is an award-winning board game that teaches chess to young children (ages 3 and up) using silly stories, vibrant illustrations, custom chess pieces, and a unique chess board. No chess experience is required for parents or children to learn.

Teen Trivia

March 15, 2022 | 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 15 at 4:30pm. Join us for a little friendly competition as we answer trivia questions on a variety of topics. We'll form teams and go head-to-head to see who earns bragging rights for getting the most answers correct!

2022 Wagoner County Emergency Preparedness and Safety

March 26, 2022 | 9:45 a.m.

At Coweta High school Saturday, March 26, 2022 Opening Ceremony - 9:45am Expo -10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Firefighter Challenge - 10:00 a.m. - Finish Blood Drive - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 9th Annual Wagoner County Preparedness and Safety Expo presented by ONEOK and The Firefighter Challenge presented by OPAL. A free event for the public to raise awareness of what to do in the event of an emergency. There will be resources for disaster preparation, restoration, and prevention. There will be live demonstrations and fun things for all ages! We will also be hosting the community's largest blood drive and encourage everyone who can to donate. The Firefighter Challenge is one event you don't want to miss. Watch as our local firefighters compete against teams from around the world in "the toughest 2 minutes in sports". They will battle through a demanding 5 Event Course and showcase what they have to do day in and day out. The Coweta show will be a qualifying round for Nationals! Expo

StoryTime with Hometown Heroes

Every Monday | 3:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.
March 28, 2022

Monday, March 28, at 3:30pm (in Place of STEM Studio) On the last Monday of every month, We'll Welcome a different hometown hero to read for us. Childer and their parents or caregivers are welcome to join us for stories rhymes and songs!

Book Club

March 29, 2022 | 6 p.m.

At 6pm on March 29th we will have a meet up to discuss the hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien.

OUTDOOR STORYTIME WITH STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY

Every Tuesday | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022

Free

Creative Writing for Tweens/Teens

April 7, 2022 | 4 - 5 p.m.

Nathan Hale Library Did you know April is National Poetry Month? Join us to celebrate poetry and other types of creative writing! We'll have fun games and stations set up all focused on creative writing! You will leave with resources to take home and continue your writing. Snacks will be provided. For ages 10-17. NOTICE: In-person events may be canceled or moved to virtual due to COVID risk levels for the service area. https://events.tulsalibrary.org/event/6290500 918-549-7323

2022 APDA Parkinson's Education Forum and Research Event

April 9, 2022 | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center 200 W Albany St. Broken Arrow, OK 74012 Free Admission with Special Speakers Dr. Kevin Klos and Dr. Evan Wang. Registration for this event is required. Register no later than Monday, April 4th. 918-747-3747

LTAI Book Club at The Museum

April 14, 2022

THU, APR 14 6:30 PM The Museum Broken Arrow - The Museum Broken Arrow This book club is free, held at The Museum BA, and begins at 6:30 p.m. In addition, books are available for check out at The Museum BA front desk starting December 10th for all registered participants but must be returned each month. Let’s Talk About It, space is limited to the first 20 participants. Individuals interested in attending the series can pick up their literary selections at The Museum Broken Arrow. ***ZOOM option available, please email eat3@eau3eav3eaw3 to receive a zoom invite or you may attend in person*** https://www.facebook.com/events/965289467668825/967274744136964/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]%7D

Tai Chi

April 18, 2022 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Monday, April 18, 3:30 - 4:30 pm Catoosa Public Library, 105 E Oak St #2090, Catoosa, OK 74015, USA Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility. This six week class meets 2x per week and teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body, and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible, or active you are. Tai Chi is designed for people at all levels of health. Registration is required. Please contact Lindsay Hunt at eat5@eau5eav5eaw5 or call 918-660-3172 to register. https://www.catoosapubliclibrary.com/calendar

How to Fund Your Business

April 18, 2022 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

April 18, 2022 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Virtual Event If you have been wondering how you will fund your new business venture, simply reserve just 30-minutes on your calendar. Having a clear picture of your options allows you to confidently narrow down what will work best for you. Our premiere funding partner will be on hand to show you the many different ways to fund nearly any type of business situation. ***Unable to make this particular webinar’s time and date? Register anyway and we’ll send you a link to the full presentation—which you can then view at a convenient time of your own. 8178217997 https://www.eventvesta.com/events/14479/t/tickets

Miss Alma's Rules

Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 8 - 9 p.m.
April 21, 22, 23 & 24, 2022

Miss Alma’s Rules open at Tulsa Community College April 21st Miss Alma's Rules is a Tulsa Community College Theatre student production which will be presented at Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus Pace Studio Theatre on April 21-23rd at 8pm and April 24 at 2pm. The play is written by TCC scriptwriting student, Pat Wingate and Directed by student director, Levi Smiley, and Assisted Directed by Ian Moore. Student designers are Bekah Nunn doing Hair and Make-up Design, Joel Smith doing Costume Design, Alyssa Yepez doing Light and Sound Design, and Katie Welker doing Set design. The Production Stage Manager is Beth Westfall. The cast includes Ana Nuñez playing Miss Alma, Hayley Longacre playing Tiffany, Nathaniel Vilardo playing Brewster, Matthew Gwinner playing Officer Howell, Evan Paik playing Rusty Gates, and Tyler Joiner is the puppeteer for the Nasty Filthy Cat Puppet. Taylor Terrell, Bryleigh Proo, and Michael Reed are the understudies for the production. Miss Alma's Rules in an official participating production entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region 6. Miss Alma's Rules will also be available to livestream from the comfort of your own home to watch. For ticket information go to, https://tulsacc-theatre-vtpace.eventbrite.com/ or call 918-595-7777. There will be a short talk back with the student playwright, director, designers, and actors. The play centers around young Tiffany, fleeing a volatile situation in her life and finds herself cold and alone in a stranger’s detached garage during Tulsa’s Great Ice Storm of 2007. An unsuspecting Miss Alma finds the girl and their paths collide. What begins as a tense hostage situation, quickly becomes a fight for survival. Forced to work together the unlikely pair will do more than keep each other warm. Each alone in the world, together they hopefully break through the ice.

The National Extension Conference on Volunteerism

April 25-28, 2022

An opportunity for sharing and learning with colleagues from around the country who are interested in the latest trends and research in volunteerism. Featuring innovative ideas for reaching new volunteers and best practices for developing and retaining volunteers, NECV is focused on improving volunteer management efforts for Extension professionals. Conference participants will gather tools and skills through interactive sessions and networking with colleagues while developing plans to utilize these new resources in their own programs.

Marketing U

April 26, 2022 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Marketing U

April 26, 2022 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

This event is designed with “U” in mind. You will hear from some of today’s top marketing masterminds that will teach you how to grow your business through targeted messaging and selling. Topics include: “Branding for Success”, “Social Media and U”, “Online Success Selling”, and so much more. You will feel as though you’ve been through a full year of top level University education and will have tools that will increase profits in your business. Cost for members of the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is only $25; $35 for non-members. Price includes lunch. Reservations are required. To reserve your space, call the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce at (918) 786-9079. https://groveok.org/calendar-of-events/home/

Pajama Storytime: Exploring the Moon and Stars

May 3, 2022 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Cozy up near the fireplace and hear stories and songs about the moon and stars in the nighttime sky!

OUTDOOR STORYTIME WITH STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY

Every Tuesday | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
May 3, 10 & 17, 2022

Free

Books & Brews Club

May 7, 2022 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Join the Pryor Public Library and Fat Toad Brewing for our Books & Brews Club. The first Saturday of each month, we'll discuss a book while enjoying all that Fat Toad has to offer. Socialization and whatnot from 1-2. Book and other discussion from 2-3. Come for all or part. Books available through: The Pryor Public Library! Oklahoma Virtual Library/Overdrive The Book Exchange. Plus a copy to share at Fat Toad *No purchase necessary to join the discussion. Fat Toad Brewing has non alcoholic options.*

Bixby Grad Parade

May 8, 2022 | 4 - 6 p.m.

Leave HS, Riverview Dr, E151st St, S Mingo to circle back to HS

Story Time

May 12, 2022 | 4 p.m.

Fall in love with the magic found in children's books! Join us every Thursday at 4 p.m. under the PSO Reading Tree for Story Time led by new guest readers every week. Stick around after the story for free themed activities and crafts! APRIL GUEST READERS: April 7 - Bart Taylor, Creative Curator and Interpreter at Will Rogers Memorial Museums – Bart will be reading his book Will Rogers and the Great Whitehouse Sleepover and performing/teaching cowboy roping tricks after the reading April 14 - Early Learning Works by Educare April 21 - Bilingual Story Time April 28 - Andrea Bell-Mason, local author of Reach for Greatness: A Yoga Story; leading a yoga story time. 918-779-1000 https://www.gatheringplace.org/reading-tree

Adulting Classes

May 16, 2022

Each month a new topic with build skills in Financial Literacy, Resume building, sewing, self-esteem, car maintenance, nutrition and computer basics. For more information contact Melody Reader at the Sapulpa Public Library. (918) 224-5624

ROMP Let's Talk About It Book Club

May 26, 2022

The Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry is pleased to host a Let’s Talk About It book club once again in 2022! From January to May 2022, five (5) books by Oklahoma writers on the theme of Coming and Going in Oklahoma Indian Country, will be discussed. The program, sponsored by Oklahoma Humanities, brings people together to talk about books and share ideas and have meaningful conversations. For questions or more information, call 918.479.7667.

Flying Change Farm Schooling Show

June 4-5, 2022 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Oklahoma Aquarium Storytime

June 7, 2022 | 9 - 9:30 a.m.

AGE GROUP: TODDLERS, PRESCHOOL, INFANTS EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING PROGRAM Join Ms. Jayme and Marlow for a special storytime at the Oklahoma Aquarium for our "Oceans of Possibilities" Summer Reading Program. Oklahoma Aquarium admission fee is required.

Literary Ladies of Bixby Book Club

June 29, 2022 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Bixby Library - Meeting Room ADULTS: BOOK REVIEW OR DISCUSSION ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM Read “The Newcomer'' by Mary Kay Andrews and join us for a lively discussion. Copies are available to check out at the Bixby Library or as an ebook.

STEAM Saturday Presented By: Gathering Place

July 2, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Spend the first Saturday of each month learning through play with our STEAM Saturday activities! Every first Saturday of the month your family can explore an interactive, hands-on activity designed to spark curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! Each STEAM Saturday activity is completely different, adding a new challenge to test your problem-solving skills. Join us at the Reading Tree from 10:00 a.m to noon every first Saturday for free, family fun! ABOUT STEAM SATURDAYS Spend your Saturday’s learning through play at our STEM Saturday activities presented by Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO)! Every first Saturday of the month your family can explore an interactive, hands-on activity designed to spark curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math! Each STEM Saturday activity is completely different, adding a new challenge to test your problem-solving skills.

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
July 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

Art in Photo Ark Presented By: Gathering Place

Every Tuesday | 9 - 11 a.m.
July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022

Create nature- and animal-themed art through activities facilitated by local artists and organizations! Every Tuesday, May through July. MONTHLY FACILITATORS: July - Tiny Things by Bowen

Oklahoma Aquarium Storytime

July 12, 2022 | 9 - 9:30 a.m.

Join Ms. Jayme and Marlow for a special storytime at the Oklahoma Aquarium for our "Oceans of Possibilities" Summer Reading Program. Oklahoma Aquarium admission fee is required.

Camp Woolaroc (Ages 6 to 8)

July 19-21, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Camp Woolaroc is a summer camp for children that provides a variety of experiences, such as walking wild trails, canoeing, fishing, pottery, learning about Native American cultures and historical figures and visiting Mountain Man Camp.

Camp Downtown

July 26-29, 2022

Camp Downtown is a day camp in Bixby's Downtown River District, hosted by YoungLife Kids, the children's ministry of First Assembly of God. Each day the kids will experience an interactive and engaging kid's service, crafts, games, and fun activities. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Give your kids a summer experience they will remember all year long. Visit www.campdowntown.com to register your kids today!

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

Community Back to School Bash

August 9, 2022 | 5 - 7:15 p.m.

It's that time again, back to school! Come check out the Community Back to School Bash where families and students Pre-K through 12th Grade can: - Hear about programs and services to help students have a successful school year - Receive free school supplies while supplies last - Get free immunizations provided by the Tulsa Health Department - Meet members of the OSU-Tulsa Police, Tulsa Police Department, EMSA, Tulsa Fire Department and Tulsa Water Quality Assurance Department There will also be performances from local high school bands, dance groups and youth organizations!

Maker Faire Tulsa

August 27, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Experience a day of creativity at Maker Faire Tulsa! This event celebrates technology, education, science, arts, crafts, engineering, food, sustainability and making of all kinds, including artists, scientists, engineers. Come out and see the newest innovations; arrive early to have enough time to see everything!

Trail of Joy Tour

August 28-31, 2022 | 5 - 9 p.m.

In an effort to bring unity to the body of Christ and revival to our nation, a national event called " Trail of Joy Tour is coming to Broken Arrow to do a 7 day Tent Revival." The tour is traveling from Salem, Oregon to Miami, Florida and will host a series of tent revivals with a vision to turn the "Trail of Tears" into a "Trail of Joy" and birth sustainable revival in America. We will do this by loving our Native American Nations and our neighboring churches as Christ loved us. The tour will also feature three grassroots workshops in three separate churches. Keynote participants include Jimmy Muskrat a Cherokee Native who at 14 years old rode the trail of tears on his bicycle. Jimmy Muskrat also know as "Five O" now owns the original circuit rider to the west ( Jason Lee’s ) bible which is 200 years old. Jason Lee is responsible for bringing the word of God to the Native Americans as well as the statehood of Oregon. A critical call is being given to the local churches in Broken Arrow, Ok., to come together and 'break their arrows " to unify against the darkness coming against our children and nation. A second part of the Tour will take place on September 21st-September 27th at the Cherokee National Peace Pavilion in Tahlequah, Ok.

Trail of Joy Tour

September 1-3, 2022 | 5 - 9 p.m.

In an effort to bring unity to the body of Christ and revival to our nation, a national event called " Trail of Joy Tour is coming to Broken Arrow to do a 7 day Tent Revival." The tour is traveling from Salem, Oregon to Miami, Florida and will host a series of tent revivals with a vision to turn the "Trail of Tears" into a "Trail of Joy" and birth sustainable revival in America. We will do this by loving our Native American Nations and our neighboring churches as Christ loved us. The tour will also feature three grassroots workshops in three separate churches. Keynote participants include Jimmy Muskrat a Cherokee Native who at 14 years old rode the trail of tears on his bicycle. Jimmy Muskrat also know as "Five O" now owns the original circuit rider to the west ( Jason Lee’s ) bible which is 200 years old. Jason Lee is responsible for bringing the word of God to the Native Americans as well as the statehood of Oregon. A critical call is being given to the local churches in Broken Arrow, Ok., to come together and 'break their arrows " to unify against the darkness coming against our children and nation. A second part of the Tour will take place on September 21st-September 27th at the Cherokee National Peace Pavilion in Tahlequah, Ok.

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
September 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

Home Buying Workshop

September 24, 2022 | 10 - 11 a.m.

"How to Turn Bye Into Buy" free workshop. Registration is required. Does buying a home sound intimidating? Is now a good time for you to buy? This free workshop tackles common myths and questions surrounding home buying.

Pink the Ville

October 1, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Don all of the pink gear you can muster and Pink the Ville at Family Healthcare Clinic's Annual Miles for Mammograms 5K event. Starting and ending at Tower Center Unity Square in Bartlesville, competitors can choose from three ways to join the 5K fun: Timed Run, Fun Walk or Sleepin’ In. The top three finishers in each group will receive medals, and awards to runners will be presented by gender and age group, including youth, and overall male and female. Competitors will receive a T-shirt with their registration and the first 300 registrants will snag runner swag bags. One most "Pinked Out" individual and team will also take home special prizes. Don't miss out on this fun race for a good cause in Bartlesville.

Truth and then Reconciliation Research: An Emerging Field of Curriculum Studies

October 3, 2022 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

This lecture by Nicholas Ng-A-Fook will dive in to the effects coming from active distancing from historical "truths" and how that is cause for change in different educational systems by focusing on truth and then reconciliation.

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

Woolaroc Fall Traders Encampment

October 7-8, 2022

Experience living history at its best with approximately 125 tents and teepees set up for this annual Western heritage event. Spend the weekend at Woolaroc in Bartlesville and join participants from all over the United States as they recreate the rugged pioneer life of the men and women who trapped and traded throughout 1820s and 1840s-era Indian Territory. Step back in time at this Woolaroc Fall Traders Encampment and observe their lifestyle, learn about their backgrounds and interests, watch their craft demonstrations and check out their wares. The public is invited to browse through the Woolaroc Fall Traders Encampment, formerly known as the Fall Mountain Man Encampment, while enjoying food and living history demonstrations. Hours Friday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Second Saturday Architecture Tour: Architect #1

October 8, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Take a fun and educational walking tour through downtown Tulsa during October's Second Saturday Architecture Tour. This informational event, hosted by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, will share how Leon B. Senter transformed Tulsa's architecture scene. Learn the history behind Oklahoma Architecture license number one, the boom of Tulsa's Art Deco and the evolution of "Modern" style. Meet at the Philcade Building before embarking on a fascinating Saturday morning adventure.

Explore Public Safety

October 8, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Learn about careers in Public Safety through information sessions and interactive experiences! This event is free and open to all. Learn about careers in public safety through info sessions and meeting the Tulsa Police Department along with checking out TPD vehicles up close! There will also be snacks and activities.

Guided Garden Tour

October 13, 2022 | 9:30 a.m.

Gathering Place is partnering with AARP Oklahoma to provide Guided Garden Tours. The free guided walks will occur once a month in May, September and October, and each walk will focus on a different part of the park in full bloom during the season. October’s theme is “Fall Foliage Tree Talk.” A nature expert will lead each guided walk through a specific garden and will conclude with a hands-on activity themed around the tour, creating a keepsake for participants to take home as a memento from their experience. Light refreshments will be provided at the end of the experience. Tour begins at 9:30am.

TFA & The Vault Present MCM Cocktail Class

October 13, 2022 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Tulsa Botanic Garden - KOI RELEASE PARTY

October 15, 2022 | 9 - 10 a.m.

TBG will be adding Koi to the Childrens Discovery Garden! Join curator Julie Powers before we open to the public and meet our finned friends. Botanic Bar will be available for purchase - including coffee, mimosas and koi koolers mocktails. Come out and join TBG staff for Storytime, fish feeding, cookies and more!

STARGAZING WITH THE ASTRONOMY CLUB OF TULSA

October 18, 2022 | 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Enjoy the Botanic Garden's broad skies at night! Come out for a sunset stroll in the Garden before the skies darken for our stargazing. Telescopes will be set out at the bottom of the Tandy Floral Terraces and members of the Astronomy Club of Tulsa will be sharing their knowledge of stellar, planetary and deep sky objects. Skies will be dark about 7:20 for viewing Jupiter and Saturn as they rise in the east.

Money Matter: Financial Workshop for Adults

October 29, 2022 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Money Matters is a financial literacy workshop for adults featuring presenter Christopher Elmore, RFC from Smiley Elmore & Associates. Workshop Topics: The importance of credit How to plan for spending and saving Investing to build wealth and meet goals. Recognizing financial responsibility Registration is required. Register at https://bit.ly/1029moneymatters.

HaHaHalloween

October 29, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Claremore Museum of History is happy to once again host our annual MoH HaHaHalloween Party. Our event will be held on Saturday, October 29th from 10AM until 4PM. We will have crafts for the kids, snacks, decorations, photo booth area, Halloween Cartoon and a scavenger hunt. A costume contest for kids and adults will be at 2PM. The event is free to the public. Come join the fun and experience the MoH in the fall.

Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Show

October 29-30, 2022

Explore educational displays, watch expert demonstrations and discover a variety of unique items including beautiful jewelry and rare minerals at the Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Show in Oklahoma City. Children can participate in hands-on activities and educational exhibits from museums. Skilled experts will demonstrate metal engraving, silversmithing, beading, wire wrapping and more. See a variety of treasures from dealers across the globe including gemstones, rough rock, minerals, crystals and fossils. The Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Show will feature 35 vendors. Hours Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Music Cities Convention

November 2-5, 2022

Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival

November 2-5, 2022

The Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival celebrates film and Western heritage icon Will Rogers, an Oologah native. Visit the Will Rogers Memorial Museum to screen a diverse array of films at the Motion Picture Festival, held in honor of Will Rogers' first movie and his far-reaching popularity in the dawn of his day. Sit back and watch local, national and international films competing for the Dog Iron Award.

Old West Buffalo Days Festival

November 4-5, 2022

Celebrate National Bison Day during the two-day Old West Buffalo Days Festival. This Pawhuska event takes guests back to the 1800s with two exciting ticketed events. On Friday evening, the Buffalo Adventure Dinner Theater will transport guests to the 1800s in the fictional Old West town of Buffalo City. This one-of-a-kind dinner theater includes action-packed scenes telling the story of the American Buffalo through people who lived through this exciting era in history. Enjoy a catered meal on vintage china in a rustic, elegant event space, followed by a wagon ride that takes guests among the buffalo where they can hand feed them. End the evening around a campfire with Theodore Roosevelt as he shares his role in saving the buffalo, then raise your glass in a toast during the closing ceremony with an inspiring message from Teddy. On Saturday, enjoy an 1800s festival featuring Native American and Western storytelling and music during the Buffalo Rendezvous. See a variety of living history characters, participate in a buffalo chip throwing contest, take a buffalo hay wagon tour and enjoy free samples at the Buffalo Chili Cook-Off, where you can vote for your favorite chili. All event tickets must be purchased in advance. Hours Buffalo Adventure Dinner Theater: Friday, November 4 Buffalo Rendezvous: Saturday, November 5

Geekapalooza: STEAM Festival for Kids

November 5, 2022

Never Forget Garden Dedication

November 5, 2022 | 11 a.m.

The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate Saturday Dance

Every Saturday | 6 - 9 p.m.
November 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022

Casual and family-friendly, all ages welcome. Easy to learn, 6 count swing (some call it East Coast) 7-7:30 beginning lesson. Dance 7:30-10pm. Dance to the music of the USA swing era 1920s-1940s. TOSS has been recognized by UNESCO as a Global Cultural Heritage organization focused on the preservation and education of this fabulous era of big band music and street dance of Harlem, NY. Members: $5 Non-members: $7 Student members: $3 Student non-members: $5 12 and under, 90 and over: Free???? The community center is behind the church on 35th place 1 block west off Peoria. Look for parking there, white pillars huge porch in the front of the center. Look for the TOSS flag at the entrance.

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
November 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

The 74th National Bird Show 2022

November 10-13, 2022 | 10 a.m.

Second Saturday Architecture Tour: Cathedral District

November 12, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Take a fun and educational walking tour through downtown Tulsa's Cathedral District during November's Second Saturday Architecture Tour. This informational event, hosted by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, will give you the chance to peek inside several downtown churches. Meet at Foolish Things Coffee shop before embarking on a fascinating Saturday morning adventure to admire beauty and hear plenty of stories.

Second Saturday Architecture Tour: Cathedral District

November 12, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Take a fun and educational walking tour through downtown Tulsa's Cathedral District during November's Second Saturday Architecture Tour. This informational event, hosted by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, will give you the chance to peek inside several downtown churches. Meet at Foolish Things Coffee shop before embarking on a fascinating Saturday morning adventure to admire beauty and hear plenty of stories. Hours Saturday: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tours: 15-minute increments.

Fight Girl Battle World

Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 12 a.m.
November 17, 18, 19 & 20, 2022

Tulsa Community College Theatre Presents Fight Girl Battle World November 17-20 Tulsa Community College Theatre Department presents Fight Girl Battle World, a comedy by Qui Nguyen November 17-19, at 8pm and November 20th at 2pm at the PACE Studio Theatre at Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus. For tickets call 918-595-7700 or go to http://pacetickets.tulsacc.edu. FIGHT GIRL, BATTLE WORLD, is an action-packed sci-fi saga that blends punch-ups and parody into one delicious mix. Set in a futuristic universe where humanity is nearly non-existent, FIGHT GIRL revolves around the adventures of E-V, a hardnosed savage prizefighter and the last known female human in the galaxy trying to survive extinction by a parody of galactic villains one might see in Star Wars, Dr. Who, or Star Trek. A hilarious adventure in outer space.

Claremore Musueum of History Reindeer Games

November 18-19, 2022 | 6 - 9 p.m.

The Claremore Museum of History will be hosting our 3rd annual Reindeer Games this year. Stop by the park to feed Rosie the Reindeer out in our park and grab that perfect holiday pic while you're doing it. Then stop inside for some nice warm chocolate and some great snacks. Mom and Dad - you might want to have some of our famous "adult" egg nog!. We'll make reindeer ornaments inside for the kids to take home and have other activities to amuse them. We even have Rudolph showing in the gallery. Don't miss this great event that we hold in conjunction with Dickens on the Boulevard.

The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate Saturday Dance

Every Saturday | 6 - 9 p.m.
December 3, 2022

Casual and family-friendly, all ages welcome. Easy to learn, 6 count swing (some call it East Coast) 7-7:30 beginning lesson. Dance 7:30-10pm. Dance to the music of the USA swing era 1920s-1940s. TOSS has been recognized by UNESCO as a Global Cultural Heritage organization focused on the preservation and education of this fabulous era of big band music and street dance of Harlem, NY. Members: $5 Non-members: $7 Student members: $3 Student non-members: $5 12 and under, 90 and over: Free???? The community center is behind the church on 35th place 1 block west off Peoria. Look for parking there, white pillars huge porch in the front of the center. Look for the TOSS flag at the entrance.

STEM Discovery Expo

December 5, 2022 | 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Come experience STEM with hands-on activities and OSU demonstrations. Learn what CEAT STEM has for you! Free event, all ages are welcome!

Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection at Gathering Place

Every Monday | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
December 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022

Every Monday, the Cabinet of Wonder Teaching Collection gives park guests a hands-on experience while exploring the exhibit. Guests can interact with a table of special objects as well as complete a scavenger hunt activity!

Second Saturday Architecture Tour: Downtown Deco Delights

December 10, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

ake a fun and educational walking tour through downtown Tulsa during December's Second Saturday Architecture Tour. This informational event, hosted by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, will give you insight into the history behind Tulsa's Art Deco fascination. Learn what constitutes as "Art Deco" and see which buildings fit Art Deco's requirements. Meet at the Tulsa Center for Architecture and Design before embarking on an exciting Saturday morning adventure.