1 Friday
Sherwin Miller Museum of
Jewish Art Exhibit
“The Jewish Graphic Novel” through Aug. 17. Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art, 2021 E. 71st. Info: 492-1818.
Price Tower Arts Center Exhibit
“Setting the Table: Designs in Mid-Century Dinnerware” through Aug. 3 “Imaginative Qualities of Actual Things” through Jan. 6, 2009. Price Tower Arts Center, 510 Dewey Ave., Bartlesville. Info: 918-336-4949 or www.pricetower.org .
Sam Noble Museum of Natural History
“The Science of SuperCroc Featuring Nigersaurus.” Full scale replica of world’s largest crocodile. Through Aug. 24. Sam Noble Museum of Natural History, OU campus, Norman. Info: 405-325-05989 or www.snomnh.ou.edu .
Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Roman Art from the Musee du Louvre in Paris. Through Oct. 12. 415 Couch Dr., Oklahoma City, OK. Info: (405) 236-3100
Science Museum of Oklahoma
On-going exhibits, planetarium shows, Dome Theater shows: “Grand Canyon Adventures,” “Stormchasers.” 2100 NE 52 St., Oklahoma City. Info: 405-602-3676 or www.ScienceMuseumOK.org .
Living Arts of Tulsa
“Active Optimism” through Aug. 28; “The Great Ice Cream Cone Give Away” Aug. 7-28. Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha (Downtown Tulsa). Info: 918-585-1234 or www.livingarts.org .
Tulsa Zoo Feather Fest 2008
Interactive bird exhibit featuring birds from Australia. $2 in addition to zoo admission. Through Oct. 1. Info: 669-6600.
Woolaroc Mountain Man Camp
50 authentic replication camps of tents & tepees depicting life in pre-Civil War era of 1840’s. Through Sept. 2. $5, adults; children under 11, free. Woolaroc, Hwy. 123, 12 mi. S.W. of Bartlesville. Info: 918-336-0307.
“The Chosen”
Chaim Potok’s award-winning story. $10. Aug. 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 at 8 p.m.; Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. Liddy Doenges Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com .
Green Country Rodeo
Traditional rodeo for entire family. Aug. 1-2. Adults, $6; Children, $4. Bartelsville Round Up Club Arena, Bartlesville. Info: 918-397-8107 or www.bvilleroundupclub.com .
Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park
“Much Ado About Nothing,” “The Three Musketeers,” “Richard III.” 8 p.m. Through Aug. 30. Myriad Gardens Water Stage, Oklahoma City. Info/show dates: www.oklahomashakespeare.com .
Tulsa Air & Space Museum:
“Bubble Magic”
Love bubbles, smoke bubbles, cube bubbles & more! Aug. 1, 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m.; Aug. 2, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. 3 p.m.; Aug. 3, 3 p.m. Tulsa Air & Space Museum & Planetarium, 3624 N. 74 E. Ave. Info: 834-9900.
19th Annual Oklahoma
Indian Nations Pow Wow
Food, games/sports tournaments. 5K Buffalo Run, turtle races, volleyball tournament & more. Traditional Native American dancers. Aug. 1-3. 4408 N. Hwy. 81, Concho, OK. Info: www.c-a-tribes.org .
“Footloose”
Musical based on 1984 movie. Grace Ann Productions. Aug. 1, 2, 7-9 at 8 p.m.; Aug. 2, 3, 9 at 2 p.m. John H. Williams Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.com .
Jane Rutland: This Thing Called Love
Love songs by Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Cole Porter & others. 7:30 p.m. Charles E. Norman Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.org .
2 Saturday TOP OF PAGE
Back-To-School Fair
For anyone needing help with back-to-school expenses. Clothes, haircuts, immunizations, school supplies. K-12 grade. 9 a.m.-noon. Northside Christian Church, 1201 N. Elm Pl., Broken Arrow. Info: 258-2577.
Discovery Times at Sam Noble Museum
Preschool & elementary. Stories, crafts, touchable specimens. Free with admission. Sat. & Sun. 3 p.m. Sam Noble Museum of Natural History, OU Campus, Norman, OK. Info: 405-325-0598.
Toddler Time at Sam Noble Museum
Free with admission. 18 mos.-3 yrs. 1st & 3rd Sat.: 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Fri.: 3-4 p.m. Sam Noble Museum of Natural History, OU Campus, Norman, OK. Info: 405-325-0598 or www.snomnh.ou.edu .
Oklahoma Railway Museum Train Rides
Restored antique railcar. Runs 1st & 3rd Sat. (Museum open every Sat.) 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 N.E. Grand Blvd., Oklahoma City. Info: 405-424-8222 www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org .
Tulsa Zoo Friends Member Mornings
See how keepers & animals begin their day. Zoo Friend Members only. 8 a.m. every Sat. through Oct. Info on becoming a member: 669-6603. Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36 St. N. Info: www.tulsazoo.org.
Bartlesville Area Farmers Market
Frank Phillips Park, Downtown Bartlesville. 8-11 a.m. Sat. through Oct.
Tinkerbell Dies Again
Theatre Pops stand-up comedy monologues. 8 p.m. Charles E. Norman Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.org .
3 Sunday
Trio Spiritoso: Divertimento
Baroque, classical & contemporary chamber music for flute, oboe & cello. 3 p.m. Charles E. Norman Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.org .
Sundays at the Frank Phillips Home
2nd Sun. Frank Phillips Home opens to public. 1-5 p.m. Last tour 4 pm. 1107 Cherokee, Bartlesville. Info: Jim Goss at 336-2491.
4 Monday
Pearl Farmer’s Market
Local produce, meats, arts & crafts, music. Mondays, 4:30-7 p.m. Centennial Park, Peoria & 6th. Info: 640-5408.
Chat & Craft Book Club
Discuss “Lucia, Lucia” by Adriana Trigiani. Adults. Read prior. 7-8 p.m. S. Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut. Info: 451-0002.
Aloha to Summer: “Steel Around”
Tulsa’s hottest tropical band. All ages. 10-11 a.m.; 2-3 p.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd. Info: 250-7307.
Exhibit: Beryl Ford Collection
Tulsa history. Aug. 4-18. Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32 Pl. Info: 746-5024.
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Free Community Picnic: “NeighborFest”
Meet the mayor & City Council members. Entertainment, Jupiter Jump, crafts, fitness demonstrations, police & fire officers, prizes, free drinks & ice cream. 6-8 p.m. Veteran’s Park, 1875 S. Boulder. Info: www.cityoftulsa.org .
6 Wednesday
AMC Summer MovieCamp
TMNT, 10 a.m. $1. All ages. AMC Southroads 20, 4923 E 41st St.
Childcare Resource Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays. Ages 0-8. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Childcare Resource Center, 18 N. Norwood. Info: 834-2273
Herman & Kate Kaiser Library Dedication
Refreshments, music. All ages. Herman & Kate Kaiser Library, 5202 S. Hudson, Ste. B. Info: 499-5400.
Tulsa Family Club
Breakfast At Krispy Kreme, 10128 E. 71. 10 a.m. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
7 Thursday
Summer’s 5th Night at Utica Square
Aug. 7: Mary Cogan (Rockin’ Blues)
Aug. 14: Red Dirt Rangers (Country)
Aug. 21: Mid-Life Crisis (Classic Rock Encore)
Aug. 28: Grady Nichols (Smooth Sax)
7-9 p.m. Utica Square, Utica & 21st.
Tree House Travelers
Read “Good Morning, Gorillas” by Mary Pope Osborne. Ages 6-10. Refreshments & crafts. 4:15-5 p.m. South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut. Info: 451-0002.
Metamorphosis of Rock
History of rock & roll. Teens.
1:30-3:30 p.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd. Info: 250-7307.
Mystery Readers Roundtable
Share what you’ve been reading. 2-3 p.m. Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32 Pl. Info: 746-5024.
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Summer Reading Program
Night at Drillers Stadium
Tulsa Drillers VS. Frisco Roughriders. Free tickets at library. First 1,000 kids (14 & younger) receive Drillers sling backpack. 7:05 p.m. Drillers Stadium. Info: 596-7977.
Tulsa Family Club
River Country Water Park, Muskogee. Meet at Starbucks, 71 & Mingo to caravan. 10:30 a.m. $5, adults; $4, children (ages 3-15) Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
9 Saturday
Red Alert: “By the Pale Moonlight”
Original songs from CD. 8 p.m. Charles E. Norman Theatre, Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd. Tickets 596-7111 or www.tulsapac.org .
Intermediate Genealogy
Adults. 9-10:30 a.m. Genealogy Center, 2901 S. Harvard. Info: 746-5222.
10 Sunday
K-9 Splash
Bring your dog to the pool! All dogs must have current shots & be leashed when leaving pool area. $5 per dog.
Aug. 10: Reed Pool, 4233 S Yukon, 1-2:30 p.m.
Aug. 17: McClure Pool, 7440 E 7th, 1-2:30 p.m. or 3-4:30 p.m.
11 Monday
Free Learning Disabilities/ADHD Seminar
Features Dr. Kevin T. Blake. 7 p.m. Cascia Hall Performing Arts Center, 2520 S. Yorktown. Info: 746-2406.
Literacy Tutoring Registration Deadline
Help adults improve reading & writing skills. Must be 18 or older and attend training workshop. Central Library, 400 Civic Center. Info: 596-7958.
Selections from Beryl Ford Collection
Tulsa History. Adults. 1-2 p.m. Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32 Pl. Info: 746-5024.
Tulsa Family Club
Tulsa Zoo. Meet at water globe. 10 a.m. $8, adults; $4, children (ages 3-11) Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
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Barthelmes Conservatory
Auditions 2008-09
Auditions for full scholarship-based Music School program. No prior experience or training needed. Ages 7-13. Auditions 2nd Tuesdays through Aug. 2008. Call 794-0330. Info: www.tulsaconservatory.com .
The Tween Zone
Aug. 12: Tween-only book club. Crafts, books.
Aug. 26: The Tween Zone: Board games.
Ages 10-13. 3:45-5:45 p.m. Herman & Kate Kaiser Library, 5202 S. Hudson, Ste. B. Info: 499-5400.
Tulsa Family Club
Strollercize at Woodland Hills Mall. Meet by Chick-fil-A in food court. 10 a.m. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
13 Wednesday
Film Series: “The Writing Code”
Aug. 13: “The Greatest Invention:” why invention of writing may be more important than the wheel. Film.
Aug. 20: “The Art & the Craft:” what, why & how writers write (clay, stone, papyrus, typewriter, laptop, etc.). Writers living & dead.
Aug. 27: “The Literate Society:” blessings & burden of literacy.
Noon-1 p.m. Central Library, 400 Civic Center. Info: 596-7977
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Tulsa Family Club
Maple Park Splash Pad, 15 & Madison. 4 p.m. Free. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org.
Girls Guild: Sequoyah Award Nominees
Read 2008-09 Sequoyah book of choice for discussion. Snacks. Ages 9-12. Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st. Info: 596-2466.
15 Friday
Tulsa Family Club
Lunch at Lulu’s Sweet Shoppe, 81 & Sheridan. 11:30 a.m. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
Beauty & The Beast
7:45 p.m. Aug. 15-17 & 21-24. Spotlight Theatre, 1381 Riverside Dr. Tickets/Info: 587-5030.
16 Saturday
Manga Ai!
Meet other manga fans. Teens. 2-3:30 p.m. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett. Info: 669-6340.
Tulsa Youth Hockey Assoc. Registration
Free pizza & skating session. Ages 4-18. Oilers Ice Center, 6413 S. Mingo. Noon-5 p.m. Info: www.TYHA.com .
Tulsa Transit Passport to Fun
Ride 112 Lewis Rt. to RiverWalk & Oklahoma Aquarium. Kids with Passport get in free with paying adult. $2 off admission for up to 4 people with EZ Rider fare card. Info: www.tulsatransit.org or 582-2100.
17 Sunday
Free Family Sunday at
Price Tower Arts Center
Kid-friendly activities. 12-5 p.m. Price Tower Arts Center, 510 Dewey Ave., Bartlesville, OK. Info: 918-336-4949 or www.pricetower.org .
Will Rogers-Wiley Post Fly-In Weekend
Planes land near birthplace home of Will Rogers. Meet pilots & get up close with planes. Bring lawn chairs, concessions available. 8:30 a.m. Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch, Oologah. Info: 918-341-0719 or www.willrogers.com .
18 Monday TOP OF PAGE
Tulsa Children’s Chorus & Tulsa Youth Chorale Open Auditions
No experience necessary. 4-6 p.m. Harwelden, 2210 S. Main. Call for appt. 295-7787. Info: www.tulsachildrenschor@sbcglobal.net .
19 Tuesday
Tulsa Family Club
Walk-In Crafts at Art Play Center, 7974 E. 41. 11 a.m. Cost: $5 & up. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
Get Your Game On @ Helmerich Library
DDR, Guitar Hero, and more. Teens. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st. Info: 596-2466.
Music Together
Interactive music program with Barthelmes Conservatory. Free. Ages 5 & younger.
Info: 596-7977.
Aug. 19: 10-11 a.m. Suburban Acres Library,
4606 N. Garrison.
Aug. 25: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl.
Aug. 26: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett.
Aug. 28: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Owasso Library,
103 W. Broadway.
20 Wednesday
Books with Barbara
Discuss “Run” by Ann Patchett. Read book prior. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Owasso Library, 103 W. Broadway. Info: 591-4566.
Books People Are Talking About
Organizational meeting. Bring suggestions, book titles, etc. Refreshments. Adults. 12:15-1:15 p.m. Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st. Info: 596-2466.
Chick-fil-A Seeks Guinness World Record
10,900 lemons, 850 lbs. of sugar, 550 gallons of water in a cup almost 9 feet tall—Chick-fil-A seeks the world record for the largest cup of hand-squeezed lemonade. All proceeds for sale of lemonade benefit The Little Lighthouse. 8 a.m. start time; 10 a.m. mixing begins. Chick-fil-A, 11201 E 71st St. Info: 461-0777.
21 Thursday
Tulsa Family Club
Mom’s Night Out. Bowling at Andy B’s Riverlanes, 87t & Lewis. 6:30 p.m. Info: info@tulsafamilyclub.org .
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
Discuss “Riders of the Purple Sage” by Zane Grey. Read book prior. 1:30 p.m. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett. Info: 669-6340.
Hardesty Movie Club: Summer of Superheroes
Film critic David Ramirez discusses summer blockbusters. Adults & teens. 6-7:30 p.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd. Info: 250-7307.
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Meet Author Louis Sachar
Winner of Tulsa Library Trust’s 2008 Anne V. Zarrow Award for Young Readers’ Literature and author of “Holes.” All ages. 7-9 p.m. Central Library, 400 Civic Center. Info: 596-7977.
23 Saturday
Poetry Reading: “Change”
Living Arts Spoken Word Series. $7. 8 p.m. Living Arts of Tulsa, 308 S. Kenosha (Downtown Tulsa). Info: 585-1234 or www.livingarts.org .
Young People’s Creative Writing Contest Awards Presentation
Meet author of “Holes,” Louis Sachar. Writing advice, book signing, awards presentation. 10-11:30 a.m. Central Library, 400 Civic Center. Info: 596-7977
24 Sunday
Just Between Friends Fall
Consignment Event
Clothes, toys, baby items. Aug. 24 1-7 p.m.; Aug. 25-30, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Central Park Hall at Expo Square, 21st & Yale. Info: www.jbfsale.com .
28 Thursday
Holistic Moms Network Monthly Meeting
“Living Healthy Workshop” with Dr. Chad Keeney of Keeney Healthcare Center. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Rudisill Regional Library, 1520 N. Hartford. Info: 919-4923 or www.holisticmoms.org .
29 Friday
“Ariat Slide Zone”
Horses & riders compete to music in costume. First 100 kids receive Breyer horse model. 7 p.m. Expo Square. Tickets: Drysdales or 800-444-6481 or www.okrha.com .
Kansas City Irish Fest
Celtic bands, musicians, dancers, food, crafts & more. Hallmark Crown Center, Kansas City, MO. Info: www.kcirishfest.com .
30 Saturday
Intro to Digital Photography
Teens. Pre-registration required. 1-3 p.m. Herman & Kate Kaiser Library, 5202 S. Hudson, Ste. B. Info: 499-5400.
BOK Center Ribbon Cutting
& Community Open House
Tours, $1 concessions, music & fun for whole family. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. BOK Center, 200 S. Denver, Ave. Downtown Tulsa. Info: www.bokcenter.com .
31 Sunday
BOK Multifaith Celebration:
“One Song. Many Voices”
Sam Harris and mass community choir. To sign up for choir (“decent” singing voice preferred & must be 18 or older) call 596-7177. Free admission. 3 p.m. BOK Center, 200 S. Denver, Ave. Downtown Tulsa. Info: www.bokcenter.com .
ONGOING Support Groups: TOP OF PAGE
Dinner Club for Family Child Care Providers
Meets every 3rd Mon., 7 p.m. Locations vary. Info: 627-3561.
Cornerstone Homeschool Support Network
Information & support. Participant driven, all-inclusive. Serves Northeastern OK. Meets 1st Thurs. of each mo. 1-3 p.m. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett. Info: www.cornerstonetulsa.tripod.com . iy
Charlotte Mason Discussion Group/Tulsa
Home School support for CM educational method. Meets monthly, 3rd Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Mardel’s, 71st & Mingo. Info: CMDGnTulsa@yahoo.com .
Attachment Parenting Support Group
For parents, children & expectant parents. 1st Mon. of each month, 10 a.m., Natural Lullabies, 8007–I S. Sheridan. Info: Melissa at 488-9969.
Postpartum Depression Support Group
Meets 1st Mon. & 3rd Tues. of month, 7- 8:30 p.m. Boston Avenue United Methodist Church, 1301 S. Boston. Free childcare. Info: Anita Campbell 865-7824.
Joyful Mothers To Be
Fertility support group for women believing God to conceive. 4th Tues. 7 p.m. Rm. 106, Victory Christian Center, 7700 S. Lewis. Info: 250-2286.
Hannah Ministry
Bible Study & fellowship for expectant women & mothers with infants. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Rm. B14, Kirk of the Hills, 4102 E. 61. Info: 494-7088, ext. 249 or kpyron@thekirk.com .
Tulsa Family Club
Support & activities for families & their children. Annual dues: $20 per family. Info: www.TulsaFamilyClub.org .
Yacc’s Playgroup
Support for parents of children birth-5. Wed. 10:45-noon. Yale Ave. Christian Church Family Life Center, 3616 S. Yale. Info: Daniel 747-1304 or www.yacc.org .
La Leche League Breastfeeding
Support Group
Day Meeting: 3rd Thurs. 10 a.m., Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32
Night Meeting: 4th Mon. 7 p.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd.
Toddler Group: 3rd Mon. 7 p.m. Nordaggio’s Coffee House, 81 & Lewis.
Owasso Group: 2nd Wed., 11 a.m., Owasso Library, 103 W. Broadway. Info: Kate at crazydaisy79@yahoo.com .
Owasso MOMS Club West
Support for stay-at-home moms. Playgroups, craft days, field trips & monthly moms-night-out. Info: Angie Heath, 609-5778 or momsclubowasso@yahoo.com .
Owasso MOMS Club East
Support for stay-at-home moms. Playgroups, craft days, field trips & monthly moms-night-out. Jennifer, Membership VP, 274-0682, jencmc@cox.net . www.freewebs.com/eastowassomoms .
MOMS Club of Claremore
Includes towns of Claremore, Catoosa, Chelsea, Collinsville, Foyil, Inola, Keetonville, Oologah, Talala, Tiawa & Verdigris. 1st Tues., 10 a.m. First Christian Church of Claremore, 5th & Florence. Info: 918-341-6181 or momsclubofclaremore@yahoo.com .
MOMS Club of Tulsa
Support for stay-at-home moms. Playdates, field trips, guest speakers, moms night out & more. Serves Jenks, Sapulpa, Glenpool. Info: Alisa 298-4172 or momsoftulsa@yahoo.com .
Tulsa Mothers of Multiples
For mothers of twins, triplets and quads. Information & socialization. 1st Tues. 7 p.m. Asbury United Methodist Church, 67 & Mingo. Information: 355-6099 or info@tulsamoms.org .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Broken Arrow
For mothers of children birth-5. 1st & 3rd Tues., 9:30-11:30 a.m. First Baptist Church of Broken Arrow, 100 W. Albany (61st and Elm). Info: Genea Pine, 258-4575 or gpine@fbcba.org .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Glenpool
For mothers of children birth-5. 1st & 3rd Tues., 9:30-11:30 a.m. Childcare provided. Faith Church, 1901 W. 171, Glenpool. Info: Bartleson5@sbcglobal.net .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Jenks
For mothers of children birth-5. 10-11:30 a.m. 2nd & 4th Wed. The Life Connection Church, 1015 West Main Street, Jenks. Info: Info: Darla 299-7960 or holmesd75@yahoo.com .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)-Jenks
“The HOME factor: Begin Here…Go There” 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. 9:15 - 11:30 a.m. First Baptist Church, Jenks. 205 E. A Street. Childcare & breakfast provided. Info: 299-6323 or email: coleandchristy@yahoo.com or www.mops.org .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Sand Springs
For mothers of children ages birth- 5 years. 1st & 3rd Mon. of each month (Sept-May) 9:30-11:30 a.m. Broadway Baptist Church, 1000 N. Adams Rd. Info: 245-7513 or kdowney923@cox.net .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Skiatook
For mothers of children ages birth- 5 years. 9:30 a.m., 2nd Mon. of each month (Sept-May). First Baptist Church Skiatook. Info: jandcburton@juno.com .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) South Tulsa
For mothers of children ages birth- 5 years. 2nd & 4th Wed. of each month (Sept-May) 9:30-11:30 a.m. South Tulsa Baptist Church, 10310 S. Sheridan Rd. Info: Jacqueline: 298-0740 or jlpetree@sbcglobal.net .
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Tulsa
For mothers of children birth-5. 1st & 3rd Wed. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Christian Chapel, 7807 E. 76th St. Info: Cara, 481-0882.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) - Tulsa
For mothers of children ages birth- 5 years. 1st & 3rd Thurs. of each month (Sept-May) 9:30-11:30 a.m. Garnett Church of Christ 12000 E 31st St. Childcare is provided. Info: Cindy 461-1862.
Tulsa Post-Adoption Triad Support Group
Provides on-going support for adopted people, first parents & adoptive parents regarding adoption, search & reunion. 1st Saturday of month. 2 p.m. Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl. Info: 369-1279.
Hearts For Adoption Support Group
Christian encouragement for those being called to adopt. 2nd Mon. 7 p.m. Rm. 106, Victory Christian Center, 7700 S. Lewis. Info: Anna Diaz, 398-8408.
Divorce Support Group
6-week group. Focus on letting go of past & moving toward new future. $30. First Thur. 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: 587-9471 or www.fcsok.org .
Divorce Care Program for Kids
Ages 5-12. Wed. 6:30-8 p.m. Evergreen Baptist Church, 10301 E. 111 St. S., Bixby. Info: 369-6400.
DivorceCare
13-Week course. Wed., 6:30-8 p.m. $20. Join any time. Childcare provided. First Baptist Church of Broken Arrow, 100 W. Albany. Info: 258-4575 or www.divorcecare.com .
Asbury Divorce Support Meetings
Divorce Recovery, Tuesdays; Divorce Rebuilding, Thursdays. 7 p.m. Asbury United Methodist Church, 6767 S. Mingo. Info: 492-1146.
Christ United Methodist Church Phoenix Singles Fellowship
Activities, Bible Studies, dances, movie nights. 3515 S. Harvard. Sundays, 9:15 a.m. breakfast/fellowship; 9:30 worship/praise/devotions. Info: 747-8601. Current activities: 742-6033
Singles Bible Study
Wed. nights, 6:30 p.m., Worship Center foyer. First Baptist Church of Broken Arrow, 100 W. Albany. Info: 258-4575.
Cancer Support Group
For those living with cancer, their family & friends. 2nd Sun. of each month, 4-6 p.m. Asbury United Methodist Church, 6767 S. Mingo Road. Info: 392-1146.
Family to Family Support Group
For family members or caregivers of those with mental illness. 4th Tues., 1:30-3:30 p.m., Parlor, Asbury United Methodist Church, 6767 S. Mingo Road. Info: 392-1146.
GriefShare
13-week course. First Baptist Church Broken Arrow, 305 N. Main. Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 258-4575 or www.fbcba.org .
Bereavement Support Group
St. John Health System. Info: 744-0123.
Coping With Loss of a Child
Tues., 6-7:30 p.m. Tristesse Grief Center, 1709 S. Baltimore. Info: 587-1200.
Infant Toddler Loss Group
Thurs. 6-7:30 p.m. Tristesse Grief Center, 1709 S. Baltimore. Info: 587-1200.
Adult Loss Group
Tues., 6-7:30 p.m. Tristesse Grief Center, 1709 S. Baltimore. Info: 587-1200.
Grace Hospice Grief Support Groups
Free. Light refreshments. Mondays 6-7 p.m.; Thursdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. Grace Hospice, 6400 S. Lewis. Info: 744-7223.
Bipolar/Depression Adult Christian Support Group
Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Info: 918-744-5761 or www.brighttomorrows.org .
Down Syndrome Association of Tulsa
For families of children with Down Syndrome. Monthly meetings/guest speakers/family activities. 7 p.m. 3rd Thursdays. New Haven United Methodist Church, 56th & New Haven. Info: call 298-0428 or www.dsat.org .
Parents of Difficult Children
Learn creative, effective ways of raising difficult children. Tues. 7 p.m. Info: 734-4335 or www.debbiebryan.com .
Social Skills for Difficult Children
Children learn skills such as listening, anger management, feelings & getting along. Tues. 7 p.m. Info: 734-4335 or www.debbiebryan.com .
The Mom’s & Dad’s Group
For parents, relatives & friends of children with disabilities. Sponsored by TARC & UCP. 7 p.m. Last Thurs. of each month. Kirk of the Hill’s Presbyterian Church, 4102 E. 61 St. Info: 582-8272.
Autism/Asperger’s Play Group
Playgroups formed year-round. Groups meet once a week, at various locations around Tulsa. For more info contact Alison Dalgleish 850-8239.
“Connections” Asperger’s Group
Social skills group for children & adolescents with Asperger Syndrome. 4:30 p.m. 4th Wed. of each mo. Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl. Call before attending first meeting: 582-8272.
“Juntos” Hispanic Parent’s Group
For Spanish-speaking parents of children with disabilities. TARC sponsored. 7 p.m. Last Mon. of month. Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett Rd. Info: 582-8272.
Muskogee Autism Support Group
For parents of children diagnosed with Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Asperger. 3rd Mon. of every month. 6:30 p.m. Muskogee First Church of the Nazarene, 2700 E. Peak Blvd. Info: Carole (918) 441-3707 or, after 5 p.m., Christi (918) 616-2015.
Grand Lake Autism Support Network
Meets 1st Thurs. of month. 6 p.m. Cornerstone Church, 501 E. 13 St. Grove, OK. Info: 918-964-0477 or www.grandlakeautism.com.
CHADD Support Group
ADHD Meets 2nd Sat. of every month except Dec. 9:30 a.m. Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Info: Robin Howard, 857-2095.
Families in Transition
Support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities. Meets quarterly. 6-7:30 p.m. Full Cup Café, 4634 E. 31st. Info: 582-8272.
Survivors of Incest Anonymous
For ages 18 & over. 3-4 p.m. Sundays. Rejoice Church, Owasso. Info: 272-2018 or 232-3707.
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Library Story Times
Tulsa City-County Library offers ongoing story times for babies and preschoolers. Call Central Library at 596-7977 or visit www.tulsalibrary.org for location nearest you.
Behavior Coaching For Children
Improve discipline techniques for challenging behavior. Individual sessions for parents of children 3-7 years. Tulsa Health Dept. Child Guidance. Info: 594-4720.
OSU Free Immunization Clinic
OSU Physicians-Houston Parke pediatric clinic. 8:30-11a.m. each Wednesday. 635 W. 11th Street. Parent or legal guardian must accompany children ages 3 mos.- 18 years. Immunization record required. Second free clinic held each Friday 1:30-4p.m. at OSU Physicians Health Care Center, 2345 Southwest Blvd.
Training/Special Events for Family Child Care Providers
Every 2nd Mon. 7 p.m. Tulsa Tech. Center: Lemely Campus, Bldg. C. Info: Sharon Connell. 627-3561.
Oklahoma Aquarium Association
Aquarium hobbyist group. Meets 2nd Sunday of month, Helmerich Discovery Center, Tulsa Zoo. Info: www.okcaa.org .
Red Cross Infant/Child CPR First Aid
9 a.m.-5 p.m. 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. Info: www.tulsaredcross.org or 831-1126.
Red Cross Babysitter Training
9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month. www.tulsaredcross.org or 831-1126.
Family Swim Bixby YMCA
Family Swim, Mon.-Fri. 4-9 p.m.; Tue.-Thur. 4-6 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. Sat. 1-5:30 p.m.; Sun. 2-5:30 p.m. Free to members. Day memberships: $5 per person/per visit; $15 per family. Info: 369-9622 or www.dailyymca.org .
Bixby YMCA Kid’s Summer Classes
Kid’s Hip Hop, Kids Kardio, Zumba! Kids may join parents for evening fitness classes: cycling, kickboxing, Turbo Kick, Pilates, Boot Camp, yoga, Zumba! Roller Skating Fridays 7-9 p.m. $2, members; $5, nonmembers (includes skate rental). Info: 369-9622 or www.dailyymca.org .
Tulsa Boy Singers
Musical education for boys ages 8-18. Mon. & Thurs. 4:30 p.m. Apr., May, Aug. Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S. Cincinnati. Info: 585-BOYS or www.tulsaboysingers.org .
Tulsa Homeschool Choir
Founded in 2002. Prep choir (1-5), Concert Choir (6-12), Ensemble total over 100 members. Meets at Asbury United Methodist Church, 67 & Mingo. Info: 266-7259 or www.tulsahomeschoolchoir.org .
Kids of Faith
Music, puppets, games, positive message, fun. Ages 3-12. 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Faith Assembly of God, 7500 E. 21st St. Info: 627-5100 or www.kidsoffaith.net .
Monte Cassino Middle School Monthly Parenting Book Club
Open to public. Facilitator: Faith Boudreau, L.C.S.W. Weds. 8-8:45 a.m. Monte Cassino. Info: Faith Boudreau, 746-4138 or fboudreau@montecassino.org .
Childcare Resource Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays. Free. Ages 0-8. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Childcare Resource Center, 18 N. Norwood. Info: 834-2273
“Baby Talk” Parent Skills
Development Program
Fundamental parenting skills. On-going, 6-week course. Parents of infants-age 2. $15/session, $20 book purchase required. Tues., 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: 560-1112, 560-1114 or www.fcsok.org .
“Positive Parenting” Parent Skills Development Program
For parents of 6-11 year-olds. Help children develop self-discipline, responsibility, cooperation, problem-solving skills. Begin any time. $15/session. $15 book purchase required. Mon. 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: 560-1112, 560-1114 or www.fcsok.org .
Preschool Parenting
For parents of children ages 2 1/2-5. Providing attention, discipline & boundaries. 6-week course. $15/session. $15 book purchase required. Mon. 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: 560-1112, 560-1114 or www.fcsok.org .
“Developing Capable People”
For parents of children ages 12-18. Bring out the best in your child & improve relationships. Begin any time. $15/session. $15 book purchase required. Tues. 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: 560-1112, 560-1114 or www.fcsok.org .
PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program)
Build strong marital relationships: practice communication & problem solving. Free! Pre-registration required: 560-1112 or 560-1114. 6-7:30 p.m. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S. Peoria. Info: www.fcsok.org .
YST Teen Coffee House
Cultural, artistic place for teens to relax. Free. Food, beverages available. Alternate Saturdays from 7-11 p.m. Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison (West of Peoria on 3rd) Info: 382-4427.
YST Art Classes for Youth
Offered by Living Arts of Tulsa & Youth Services of Tulsa. Pottery, drama, jewelry and more. Info/enrollment: Scott, 382-4427.
Jenks Scholastic Chess Club
Mondays 6:30-8 p.m. First meeting Oct. 9, 2006. Jenks East Intermediate cafeteria. Info: Rod Whitlatch, Head Chess Coach, Jenks Community Education, 493-5917.
Sit N’ Stitch Knitting Classes
Adults, teens, tweens. Free. Most Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Panera Bread in Broken Arrow.
Tulsa Herpetological Club
For those interested in reptiles & amphibians. All ages. First Thurs. 7 p.m. Helmerich Discovery Center, Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N. Info: 812-2129 or tulsaherpclub@aol.com .
Tulsa Writer’s Café
Impromptu creative writing, critique, author study, and development of craft. May bring samples of work. 2nd and 4th Wed., 7-9 p.m. at Harwelden, 2210 S. Main. Info: 746-7629.
Tulsa Children’s Chorus
80-member choral group of 4th-12th graders. Info: 249-2310 or www.tulsachildrenschorus.org .
French Tutoring and Program
Alliance Francaise offers year-round French program & tutoring. Summer sessions starting June 1. Info: 850-9914 or e-mail: frenchalliancetulsaedu@gmail.com .
Turkish Language Lessons
Free. 7 p.m. Thursdays, Turkish Cultural Center, 6804 S. Canton Ave., Ste. 100. Info: 392-4141 or turkishtulsa@gmail.com .
International Folk Dancing
Fridays, 7:30 p.m., All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria. Info: 743-2363.
Free African Dance Class
Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. Lacy Park, 2134 N. Madison Place. All ages. No dance experience needed. Info: 596-1470 or Ngoma Uzuri: 477-2260.
Moms In Motion
Prenatal water aerobics & prenatal & mom/baby yoga classes. St. John Medical Center, 1819 E. 19th St. Info: 744-0123
Children’s Swim Classes
“Little Flippers,” ages 6 mos.-3 yrs; “Water Otters,” ages 3-6 yrs. St. John Health Club, 1819 E. 19th St. Info/Reg. 744-2484.
Fitness Classes at YWCA
Call for times and days of on-going classes in Step Aerobics, Kickboxing, Aquacise, Chairobics and Seniorcise, Awesome Abs, Body Sculpt and Yoga. YWCA Patti Johnson Wilson, 1910 S. Lewis. Info: 749-2519.
Classes held at Maxwell Community Center
Call for dates and times of on-going classes in archery, gymnastics, dance, cheer tumbling, aerobics, Tae Kwon Do, math tutoring, reading tutoring and more. 5251 E. Newton St., 669-6662.
Classes held at Glenpool/Jenks Recreation Center
Call for dates and times of on-going classes in karate, guitar, adult basketball, yoga, Jazzercise, Tai Chi, cheer, tumbling, home school P.E., and more. 13800 S. Peoria, Bixby. 746-3780.
Wheelchair Basketball
For kids 7-19 with mobility impairments. Tues., 5-7 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon. The Center for the Physically Limited. Information, call 584-8607 or tulsacpl@earthlink.net .
Classes held at Greenwood Cultural Center
Call for times and days of on-going classes in Tae Kwon Do, Beginning and Advanced Ballet, Women of Tomorrow (for middle school age girls) and African Dance. 322. Greenwood Ave., 596-1020.
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