Calendar for May 10
Monday, May 1 - Friday, June 30
Oklahoma Beginnings: The Legacy of Ranching in Northeast Oklahoma 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Bartlesville Area History Museum, 401 S Johnstone Ave. Join us in exploring the rich ranching history of Washington County. The exhibit will feature artifacts from local ranches, display examples of local cattle brands, history of ranching coloring station, and a turn of the century Nelson Carr One-Room School. For more information, call Shayla Cummins at 918-338-4294.
Thursday, May 11
POWER HOUR! What About it? from noon-12:45 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. The second in a series highlighting the many programs at Elder Care helps unpack this unique program - Case Management. Learn from Director Deanna Dodson (CMS/CQIM) what case management is all about and how you could benefit from this valuable resource. Free attendance. RSVP is needed by May 6 Call Elder Care @ 918-336-8500.
Thursday, May 11 - Sunday, May 14
The Odd Couple, presented by Theater Bartlesville 7 to 9 p.m. May 11-13 and 2 to 4 p.m. May 14 at the Theater Bartlesville, 312 S Dewey Ave. Two suddenly single pals, a sloppy sportswriter and a fastidious news writer, strain their friendship by turning roommates and unconsciously repeating the same mistakes they made in the marriages they just left. For tickets, go to http://www.theaterbartlesville.com/ or call 918-336-1900.
Saturday's, May 13 - Oct. 28
Bartlesville Farmers Market every Saturday May through October 8 to 11 a.m. Frank Phillips Park, 222 SW Frank Phillips Blvd. Bartlesville Farmers Market offers a variety of fresh produce, baked goods, homemade items and more. The farmers market has a wide variety of fresh produce, grass-fed beef, pasture raised pork, fresh eggs, baked goods, raw honey and homemade goods. Enjoy music and shopping! There is something for everyone at the farmers market! For more information visit the farmers market website at www.bartlesvillefarmersmarket.com.
Saturday, May 13
The Good, The Bad, & The BBQ fundraiser to benefit programs and services at Elder Care the Hughes Ranch, 63 County Rd 2696, just minutes from downtown Bartlesville on Highway 123. The outdoor fundraiser will be held under a large party tent and includes a BBQ dinner, music and dancing, and live and silent auctions. A cash bar will be available. Tickets go on sale March 1 and may be purchased online at AboutElderCare.org/BBQ or by calling Elder Care at (918) 336-8500.
Fishing Derby, hosted by Kiwanis Club of Bartlesville 9 to 11:30 a.m. Jo Allyn Lowe Park, 2600 SE Price Road. Children between the ages of 3-12 are welcome to participate. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and they must provide their own tackle and bait. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at the shelter on the west side of the lake. Prizes for all participants, but there are trophies for the longest fish caught in each age group. There are ribbons for the longest Bass, Sunfish and other fish species.
GraceFest on the Green 2023 5:30 p.m. at the Tower Center at Unity Square, 300 SE Adams Blvd. GraceFest on the Green 2023 is bringing you a free Christian concert benefiting B the Light Mission.
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.
Monday, May 15
Free Spanish Class every Monday evening at 5:30 pm in Meeting Room B on the first floor of the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone. This class is open to the public. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Literacy Services office at 918-338-4179.
Tuesday, May 16
Living With Alzheimer’s: for Younger-onset Alzheimer's from 3-4 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Jacob Guinan of the Alzheimer’s Association covers the topic of those under 65 who are diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. No cost to attend. Open to adults of any age. RSVP by 5/9 to Elder Care. 918-336-8500.
Thursday, May 18
101 Ranch Lunch and Learn noon to 1 p.m. at the Bartlesville Area History Museum, 401 S Johnstone Ave. Come gallop back in time with us as we hear captivating stories, told by Sudi DeShazo, of how Col. George W. Miller and sons were catapulted into owning one of grandest father-son cattle businesses in Oklahoma! Guests are encouraged to bring their own lunch or enjoy light refreshments provided by BAHM.
Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21
Sleeping Beauty presented by the Dance Maker Academy in Pawhuska 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at the Constantine Theater, 110 W. Main St., Pawhuska. Dance Maker Academy will be performing scenes from The Sleeping Beauty at their 9th Annual Spring Performances. Tickets for the performances are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information, go to www.dancemakeracademy.org.
Monday, May 22
Red Cross Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone.
Free Spanish Class every Monday evening at 5:30 pm in Meeting Room B on the first floor of the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone. This class is open to the public. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Literacy Services office at 918-338-4179.
Wednesday, May 24
GRAND Mental Health Lunch and Learn 12:00 p.m. at Bartlesville Community Center. Free and open to the public.
Friday, June 2 -Sunday, June 4
Sunfest at Sooner Park 3 to 10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Sooner Park, 410 SE Madison Blvd. Sunfest is an annual arts and craft free three day festival the weekend after Memorial Day. With 3 stages of live entertainment, youth activities, and special events, there is something for everyone.
Saturday, June 3
Antiques and Collectables' 32nd annual Dewey Antique Show from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Washington County Fair building in Dewey. Tickets are $5 each. All ticket proceeds from the show go back into Washington County nonprofit organizations like the Clothes closet for elementary schools, FFA, 4H, Journey Home, ARF, SPCA, Kiddie Park, Dewey Hotel, Tom Mix Museum and a $1,500 scholarship to a graduating senior in Washington County.
"Reimagined" Annual Showcase 11 a.m. at the Oklahoma Wesleyan University, 2201 Silver Lake Road. Join us as we celebrate our 20th year "Doing Dance Different". Dancers of all ages will take the stage to share a message through movement in styles of tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary and Hip Hop. Family friendly.
Monday, June 5
Free Spanish Class every Monday evening at 5:30 pm in Meeting Room B on the first floor of the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone. This class is open to the public. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Literacy Services office at 918-338-4179.
Tuesday, June 6
Music on the Lawn at Frank Phillips home 6 to 7:30 p.m. located at 1107 SE Cherokee Ave. Enjoy live music on the lawn of the Frank Phillips Home! Music will be provided by Ann-Janette & the Evolution: a trio that blends classic jazz standards, favorite pop tunes from different eras and their own piano-driven originals. Pack a picnic, games, and your lawn chairs for this free family event.
Wednesday, June 7
Seniors Connect Seminar – “Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body” 3-4 p.m. Elder Care hosts the Alzheimer’s Association for a one-hour seminar on the topic of healthy eating for your brain and body. The lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. No cost to attend. Open to all who are interested in the topic. RSVP to Elder Care. 918-336-8500. 1223 Swan Drive, Bartlesville.
Thursday, June 8 - Monday, June 12
OKM Music Festival has multiple times and performances. The Bartlesville event held each June was named for the Austrian classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. During the years, programs expanded to include everything from classical and contemporary music to bluegrass, gospel and popular music. To see the full schedule of events and times, go to https://okmmusic.org/2023-festival/.
Monday, June 12
Free Spanish Class every Monday evening at 5:30 pm in Meeting Room B on the first floor of the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone. This class is open to the public. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Literacy Services office at 918-338-4179.
Thursday, June 15
Madagascar the Musical presented by Broadway in Bartlesville 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Marty, Melman, and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular. Tickets are $30 - $75. For tickets, call 918-337-2787.
Saturday, June 17
Seniors Connect – Go Travel day trip - “Live Theatre” experience ” 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. | $250/ person. Hosted by Elder Care Go-Travel, in partnership with Go Global Ltd of Bartlesville. Includes transportation, driver, guide, entrance to the NSU River Playhouse in Tahlequah. Also includes lunch at the Country Cottage Restaurant in Locust Grove. Open to adults of all ages. Have questions? Contact Go Travel’s trip Ambassador, Candy (918) 633-8532. A minimum of five are needed to make the trip. Register by May 17, 2023, through our website: https://abouteldercare.org/resources/go-travel/live-theatre-experience.
Monday, June 19
Free Spanish Class every Monday evening at 5:30 pm in Meeting Room B on the first floor of the Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone. This class is open to the public. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Literacy Services office at 918-338-4179.
Saturday, August 26
17th Annual Sports Spectacular 6 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn. Dinner catered by Dink's BBQ. DJ Services by DJ Brandon. Live auction, silent auction, "Candy Bar" and Cash bar. Individual tickets will go on sale July 1. For more information, visit www.supportsamaritan.org.
This article originally appeared on Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise: Calendar for May 10
