Calendar for May 17
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.
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.
Wednesday, May 17
Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony Noon at Bartlesville Public Safety Complex, 615 S. Johnstone Ave., north of police facility. Honoring fallen law enforcement officers in Washington County. Parking available at the Bartlesville Community Center.
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.
Friday, July 1
2023 ARF Open golf tournament benefits Animal Rescue Foundation of Bartlesville. Hosted by ARF's Paws Golf Association at Adams Municipal Golf Course. Team entry $500 and individual entry $125 for 18 holes, golf cart and lunch. Prizes for closest to the pin and longest drive. Raffles and four-man scramble. For more information or to register, go to arfpga.com.
Saturday, August 26
Wild Brew Craft Beer Festival 5-8 p.m. at the Cox Business Center. The annual craft beer festival helps to raise funds for the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center, best known for its work with bald eagles. Purchase tickets at Wild Brew.
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.
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