Calendar of Events for Nov. 19
Saturday, Nov. 19
Fantasy Land of Lights on Foot, one night only at Johnstone Park, 100 N Cherokee Ave. Come walk through the lights the night before it officially opens. There will be food, drink and music. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome. No admission fee; donations accepted.
Resonance presented by Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center300 SE Adams Blvd. Featuring Jay Hershberger, the winner of the BSO Young Artists Competition in 1978. Free admission for students through high school with purchase of adult ticket. To purchase tickets, call 918-337-2787.
Habitat for Humanity's warehouse sale 8 a.m. to noon at 900 S Maple. Items for sale: power washer, dovetail joiner, chainsaw, Christmas decorations, bicycles, cabinets, cabinet hardware, area rugs, pet carrier, air fryer, shower doors, tire chains, Grizzly bandsaw, appliances, French doors, smokers, bricks, paint, air hockey, doors, furniture. Cash or check only.
Sunday, Nov. 20
Zach Williams concert with guest Ben Fuller 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Enjoy a night of music and ministry that will fill your heart and have you singing along all night long. Single tickets range from $30 to $226. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 918.337.2787.
Sunday, Nov. 20 - Friday, Dec. 30
Fantasy Land of Lights at Johnstone Park 6 to 9 p.m., 100 N Cherokee Ave. Fantasy Land of Lights is an annual, drive-through Christmas light display at Johnstone Park in Bartlesville, OK has become a holiday tradition. No admission fee; donations are accepted.
Monday, Nov. 21 - Saturday, Dec. 24
10th Annual Great Jingle bell Treasure Hunt with in the city of Bartlesville and Dewey. This is a winner(s) take all Treasure Hunt event. There are two treasures ready to be found. Clues are located at local business sponsors. The treasure hunt lasts until both treasures are found. Official rules and details of how to play and what to do are located on the Treasure Hunt Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Bartlesville-Dewey-Great-Jingle-Bell-Treasure-Hunt-1766387630346231
Tuesday, Nov. 22
Flex & Stretch Yoga 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Participants are led through gentle stretches for core strengthening that emphasize core endurance, postural correction and coordinated balance. The class is limited to five people. Open to all adults 18+ in the community. Program registration is $100 for 10 weeks. For information, call Angie Thompson at 918-336-8500. Lesta Morrison, instructor.
Friday, Nov. 25 - Sunday, Dec. 11
Bartlesville Lions Club annual Christmas Tree Sale kicks off the day after Thanksgiving from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at 2900 SE Tuxedo Blvd. After opening day, the lot will be open Monday-Friday, 4-7:30 p.m., Saturdays 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Sundays 12-5:00 p.m. until Dec. 11 (or all trees are sold).
Friday, Nov. 25 - Sunday, Dec. 18
Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 5 to 9 p.m. at the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve, 12 miles southwest on State Highway 123 from U.S. 60. The grounds and buildings of Woolaroc will be covered with over 750,000 lights as the historic ranch transforms itself into a magical winter wonderland. Admission to Wonderland of Lights is $6 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under. For more information, call Woolaroc at 918-336-0307, extension 10 or 11.
Tuesday, Nov. 29
Bartlesville Christmas Parade registration deadline. Create a holiday theme (No Santa Claus Entries) and compete to win first, second and third place recognition awards in the categories of nonprofit, corporate, business parade theme and overall winner. Entry fee is $30 for business and $15 for nonprofit. To register, go to bartlesvillekiwanis.org. For more information, call 918-977-3400.
Wednesday, Nov. 30 - Wednesday, Dec. 21
Advent Musical Moments every Wednesday during Advent Nov. 30, Ad Lib Singers; Dec. 7, Pearlgrace and Co.; Dec. 14, High School String Ensemble; and Dec. 21, William Pattison at the First Presbyterian Church, 505 S Dewey Ave. Brown bag lunches will be available for $5 each. There will be a Messiah Sing-Along at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11.
Thursday, Dec. 1
Fifth Annual Dewey Christmas Tree Lighting 6 p.m. in downtown Lions Park. The Dewey Hotel Museum will host the ceremony of turning on the lighted Christmas tree with Santa Claus visits taking place just inside the lobby of the historical 123-year-old iconic structure. Children visiting Santa and Mrs. Claus at the hotel will receive a bag of candy, courtesy of the City of Dewey.
Friday, Dec. 2 - Monday, Jan. 2
Christmas in the Ville, Outdoor Ice Rink 1 to 9 p.m. at the Downtown Bartlesville Depot, Chamber of Commerce, 201 S Keeler. Featuring an outdoor ice rink, games, movies, Santa & Mrs. Claus, carriage rides, concessions with hot chocolate and more. Admission is $12 per person, including skates. Days and times vary daily, for full schedule go to https://www.visitbartlesville.com/calendar-of-events or call 918-336-8708.
Friday, Dec. 2
Seniors Connect: Ugly Christmas Sweater, Cookies, & Tess Maune! From 2 to 3:30 p.m. for seniors age 65 and older. This 90-minute event features Tess Maune, News on 6 anchor and special reporter, sweet treats by Melody’s Creative Cuisine, a photo booth with hilarious Christmas props, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a “mini” silent auction of DayBreak participant’s artwork. The auction is 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Guests are encouraged to wear Christmas sweaters and bring their favorite Christmas cookies. RSVP by Nov. 28 online at https://abouteldercare.org/seniorsconnect/ or by calling 918-336-8500. Space is limited to 50 guests. One RSVP per guest. No cost to attend. Donations will be accepted.
Saturday, Dec. 3
Annual Christmas Parade hosted by Downtown Kiwanis, 6:30 p.m. in downtown Bartlesville. Decorate your vehicle with a holiday theme (no Santa Claus entries) for a chance to win an award. To register and pay online, go to bartlesvillekiwanis.org. For more information, call 918-977-3400.
Victorian Christmas celebration at the Dewey Hotel Museum 11 a.m. 801 N Delaware St. Start your Christmas early with old time Oklahoma stories told by storyteller, Dianne Fallis. The Dewey Hotel Museum celebrates a yearly Victorian Christmas each year like its 1899 hotel beginnings. Christmas stories include Peter's Zebra, Ambrosia for Santa and Cowboy Christmas are among other stories to be shared. Admission is $5 at the door.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Wine Wednesday at Price Tower Plaza 6 to 8 p.m. at the Price Tower Plaza, 510 S Dewey Ave. Come and enjoy time with friends with a glass of wine. Each week visitors can enjoy a special wine.
Seniors Connect – A healthy life begins with a solid foundation 3-4 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Josh Lindblom, DPT, Therapy Director at Foundation Therapy Specialists, discusses how physical therapy can help you maintain a healthy body and active lifestyle. Open to all seniors in the community. Free! RSVP by 12/1. For more information, call Angie Thompson at 918-336-8500.
Friday, Dec. 9
“Motown Christmas” Concert 7 p.m. at Bartlesville Community Center. Tickets are $21 for adults and $11 for students. They may be purchased by phone at 918.337.2787 or in person at the Community Center box office from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For 24/7 ticket sales, go to bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.
Saturday, Dec. 10
Dewey Christmas Parade 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Downtown Dewey. Parade entry is free. Santa Claus will be at the Dewey Hotel from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to greet the kids and listen to what they would like for Christmas and give them a special treat. For more information, contact Cassie at Dewey City Hall at 918-534-2272.
Motown Christmas Shadows of the 60s, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Bring in the holidays entertained with songs originally by The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, and more, infused with holiday songs sure to spread joy and cheer. Prices range from $11 to $21. For more information, call 918-337-2787.
Christmas Carols Across Time presented by the Bartlesville Chorale 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Listen as the chants from the Middle Ages become the motets of the Renaissance, or as a seventeenth-century Baroque cantata transforms into a famous Christmas tune of today. Tickets range from $15 to $27. For more information, call 918-337-2787.
Sunday, Dec. 11
Messiah Sing Along 4 to 5 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 505 S Dewey Ave. Come get into the Christmas spirit. This event is free and is also part of the Bartlesville Festival of the Nativity events.
Tuesday, Dec. 13
Bartlesville Grocery Giveaway 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at two locations: City Church, 4222 Rice Creek Road, Bartlesville and Tri County Tech Business Development Center, 1225 Virginia Short St., Pawhuska. Free groceries are provided, one bag per family. First-come, first-served. Sponsored by City Church.
Holiday Floral Arranging Happy Hour From 4 to 5 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Betsy, from Honey’s Flowers, will lead guests in creating a holiday arrangement. $50/person and includes a floral arrangement and light refreshments. Open to all adults age 21 and older. RSVP by Nov. 28. For more information, call Angie Thompson at 918-336-8500.
Wednesday, Dec. 14
Wine Wednesday at Price Tower Plaza 6 to 8 p.m. at the Price Tower Plaza, 510 S Dewey Ave. Come and enjoy time with friends with a glass of wine. Each week visitors can enjoy a special wine.
Thursday, Dec. 17 and Friday, Dec. 18
Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" presented by the Bartlesville Civic Ballet 7:30 to 9:30 Thursday and 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Tickets are sold exclusively through the Bartlesville Community Center. Tickets are $20 to $30, this price includes a $6 handling fee. For ticketing questions please call 918-337- 2787. All sales are final. No refunds. No exchanges.
Saturday, Dec. 19
Storytime with Santa noon to 2 p.m. on the fifth floor of the Bartlesville Area History Museum, 401 S Johnstone Ave. Santa will read a story and tell kids about his Christmas plans. Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance and will have a special craft for the kids! There will be a holiday-themed coloring station for little ones to enjoy, refreshments and candy canes.
Wednesday, Dec. 21
Wine Wednesday at Price Tower Plaza 6 to 8 p.m. at the Price Tower Plaza, 510 S Dewey Ave. Come and enjoy time with friends with a glass of wine. Each week visitors can enjoy a special wine.
Wednesday, Dec. 28
Wine Wednesday at Price Tower Plaza 6 to 8 p.m. at the Price Tower Plaza, 510 S Dewey Ave. Come and enjoy time with friends with a glass of wine. Each week visitors can enjoy a special wine.
Sunday, March 12
"Backtrack Vocals," a five-person professional a cappella singing group from New York City, 2 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. For more information, go to bccamusic,org. For tickets, call 918-337-2787 or go to bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.
Sunday, May 14
"A Celebration of the Music of Chicago - Beginnings" 7:30 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. For more information, go to bccamusic,org. For tickets, call 918-337-2787 or go to bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.
This article originally appeared on Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise: Calendar of Events for Nov. 19
