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Monday, Nov. 20 through Saturday, Dec. 30
Fantasy Land of Lights, drive-through lights display 6 to 10 p.m. at Johnstone Park, 200 N Cherokee Ave. Bartlesville’s Johnstone Park will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Drive through the picturesque park with your radio tuned to our holiday station as the red & green lights of our holiday displays twinkle on either side. Join us this Christmas season, & experience the magic of one of Bartlesville’s favorite holiday traditions. Free, but donations are excepted.
Monday, Nov. 20 through Sunday, Dec. 24
11th Annual Great Jingle Bell Treasure Hunt with the City of Bartlesville and Dewey. This is a winner take all hunt. Gifts/prizes are provided by the local business sponsors. This is a fun filled time for family and friends. Full Official rules can be found on the " Face Book " page The Great Bartlesville and Dewey Jingle Bell Treasure Hunt www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057421750328.
Through Dec. 31
The Woolaroc Retrospective Exhibit and Sale 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. This year’s exhibit will feature William Alther, Thomas Blackshear II, Tom Browning, Scott Burdick, Glenn Dean, Jane DeDecker, Ralph Oberg, Dan Ostermiller, Roseta Santiago, Mian Situ, & Daniel Sprick. For more information about the show, call 918-336-0307, ext.100.
Saturday, Nov. 11
Veteran's Day Parade 11 a.m. in Downtown Bartlesville, starts on Frank Phillips and Keeler. Come show your support for our veterans.
Paws for Patriots Car Show 9 a.m. at Atwoods, 3101 SE Washington Blvd. The car show benifits the WCSPCA. Honoring Veterans and Rasing Money for Shelter Animals. Pet Adoptions and there will be they free for Veterans, quilt raffle and vendors. Name your price entry fee. All proceeds benefit WCSPCA shelter animals. To participate by setting up a booth or food truck, contact Jari at 918-336-1577.
Dancing with the Stars 2023, Paths to Independence (PTI) fundraiser for the only accredited Pre-K through 12th grade school in Oklahoma that accepts students and adults with autism at all levels of functioning. Fundraiser will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Sponsor and group tables for the popular PTI fundraiser go on sale Sept. 1 and general admission ticket for $75 go on sale Oct. 15. Dancers are judged 50 percent on dance routines and 50 percent on the money raised by votes. Each dollar donated equals one vote. To sponsor a table, cast a vote, or buy tickets, go to www.pathstoindependence.org or PTI’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PathsToIndependence/.
Elder Care Giving Day, 40th Anniversary Celebration Breakfast “Setting New Heights” 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Tri County Technology Center, 6101 Nowata Road. Jim Bridenstine, former US Representative-OK, and previous 13 Administrator of NASA will deliver keynote remarks. Open to the entire community to celebrate this milestone of success in delivering services to families and the aging adult population. We are “Setting New Heights.” Silent auction and commemorative merchandise for sale and give-away. Tickers are $50 - $75 / individual ticket. For more information, call Elder Care at 918-336-8500.
Saturday, Nov. 11 and Sunday, Nov. 12
Christkindl Market 2023 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 205 SW Frank Phillips Blvd. Experience a traditional Bavarian market while enjoying a smorgasbord of food vendors and local artisans. Community partners come together to help OKM bring this whimsical European Event to life. Falling snow, Gluhwein (German mulled wine), Nikolo (St. Nicholas), Christmas carolers, children’s activities, and shopping fill the winter air. Tickets fare $10 for adults over 21, $5 for students age 13 to 20, and children 12 and under are free. VIP and VIP tickets are available. For more information, go to https://okmmusic.org/events/christkindl-market-2023/ or call 1-918-336-9900.
Tuesday, Nov. 14
Grocery Giveaway 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at City Church, 4222 Rice Creek Road and and Tri County Tech Business Development Center, 1225 Virginia Short St. Free groceries are provided, one bag per family. First come, first served.
Holiday Extravaganza Adult Craft Class 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S Johnstone Ave. Join us for this holiday-themed crafting event. Please call 918-338-4167 to register.
Green Thumb Garden Club meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Bartlesville Public Library. The topic is "DYC". Light refreshments served; to attend, please RSVP to 918-213-5519 by Monday, Nov. 13.
Wednesday, Nov. 15
Ladies Connect, Holiday Dessert Social 3 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Ladies Dessert Social featuring Penny Quinn and “Christmas Tree Ornaments From the Past.” Enjoy dessert bites and mix and mingle with friends. Penny will share her Christmas ornament collection, some of which date back to the 1800’s. Get in the holiday spirit with friends who fit. $10 per person. For more information, call Elder Care at 918-336-8500.
Thursday, Nov. 16
The Gifts Marketplace 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. An evening of vendor booth browsing and shopping. Shop small businesses, shop local. Free entry for shoppers. A portion of vendor fees will be donated to The Cottage.
Seniors Connect, Legal and Tax 3 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Bruce Robinett, local attorney, and Debbie Mueggenborg, local CPA, discuss legal and financial topics that impact aging adults. Attendance is free. For more information, call Elder Care at 918-336-8500.
Bartlesville Chapter of SAR (Sons of the American Revolution) will have their regular monthly meeting 6:30 p.m. at the Bartlesville Library in Conference Room C. There will be a WWII and Veterans Day presentation by Charlie Daniels. Guests are always welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, go to www.bartlesville-sar.com.
Friday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Dec. 17
Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights 5 to 9 p.m. every Friday through Sunday at the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve, 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Road. Visitors are invited to ride a wagon or stroll the grounds to enjoy a spectacular display of more than 750,000 glistening lights decorating the Woolaroc grounds and facilities, creating an illuminating atmosphere of magical holiday wonder. Bring the family and enjoy live entertainment, snack on holiday refreshments and visit Santa Claus in the museum.
Sunday, Nov. 19
Fantasy Land of lights on Foot 6 to 8 p.m. at Johnstone Park, 200 N Cherokee Ave. Experience the enchanting Fantasy Land of Lights in a whole new way during the one day only Fantasy Land on Foot! Pack up to family and head to Bartlesville for your chance to set off and explore this charming holiday display on foot the day before it opens for it's normal drive-through season. Bundle up and go at your own pace as you take in all of the twinkling lights that make up the displays that honor the history of Bartlesville. Free, but donations are accepted.
Friday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Dec. 17
Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights 5 to 9 p.m. every Fri., Sat., and Sun. at the Woolarac Museum and Wildlife Preserve, 12 miles SW on Hwy 123 from US 60. All grounds and facilities will be open, including the 50,000 sq. ft. museum, animal barn, welcome center and cafe, and historic lodge where cookies and hot cocoa are available for purchase. You can also take a wagon ride through the main grounds. Admission to Wonderland of Lights is $7 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Free for members and children 3 and under.
Saturday, Nov. 25
LMAO Holiday Comedy Show 7 to 11 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. This in-person event promises to be a night filled with non-stop laughter and good vibes. Grab your friends and family and come enjoy a night of pure comedy gold. Tickets are $20. To purchase tickets go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lmao-holiday-comedy-show-bartlesville-okla-tickets-723643014737 or call 918-337-2787.
Thursday, Nov. 30
Yesterday Once More, The Sound of Karen Carpenter presented by BCCA 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd. Through a cavalcade of iconic classics, Joanne O"Brien illuminates the musical diversity, pop culture, and political climate of that time in history when the world first fell in love with the magical sound of Karen and Richard Carpenter. For more information, call 918-337-2787.
Saturday, Dec. 16
East Cross Christmas Market 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at East Cross Church, 820 S Madison Blvd. Enjoy craft stalls, Christmas shopping and Christmas food stalls.
2023 Veterans Holiday Dinner 5 to 8 p.m. at The Crafty Candle Shoppe, 222 SE Frank Phillips Blvd. Annual event for all veterans and their families to join us for a hosted holiday meal, comradery and fellowship. Children will be provided with gifts, and if we are made aware of any special needs for the family we will do our very best to assist as we can. There is no cost to the Veteran families - , we ask only that you RSVP so we can ensure ample food for all attending. To RSVP, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-veterans-holiday-dinner-tickets-743111194587 or call 918-727-0302.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Bartlesville Calendar for Nov. 11
