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SEPTEMBER 2015

KELEHER OUTDOOR

LEADERSHIP

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Publisher’s Letter

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Out & About: Photos from Around Town

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Get Involved: Faces of Change

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Profile: Charlie Bowerman

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Generations: 40 IS THE NEW US

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Community: Go Big or Go Home

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The Arts: Bartlesville’s Broadway

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Last Call: Miles for Mammograms & Runnin’ Hot 5K

Bartlesville Regional United Way

Keleher Outdoor Celebrates Advertising Innovation

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Feature: Leadership Bartlesville

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August Events Calendar

developing leaders for 25 years

Find out What’s Happening This Month!

Second Annual Bruins Tailgate Rally Bartlesville Hosts Troika Entertainment Production Crew

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publisher’s letter

Publisher’s Letter The primary reason I came to love Bartlesville has to do with the understated natural beauty of the landscape. In the beginning of my time living in the area, I only passed through town to go to the store or maybe I would go out to eat every now and then.

As my life has progressed here, I traveled much less with my job and I have become considerably more involved and informed of Bartlesville’s organized urban environment.

I have come to know what I feel is a minute part of the inner workings, but I do see that Bartlesville provides a strong, welcoming community of organizations for potential leaders. Our local United Way, Young Professionals and many other organizations not only offer ways to progress your professional career, but also offer almost limitless opportunity for citizens to connect with the goal of helping others. The culture of Bartlesville is rich with choices for personal development and volunteerism which might not be readily accessible to you if you don’t know where to start! This September 2015 issue of b Monthly is focused on a few of the organizations and programs that may be of

interest to potential volunteers, but I would also like to point you to VolunteerBartlesville.com.

This website has been active for about a year and makes it easy to connect with organizations based on your interest. I hope this will help with anyone who has had it in the back of your mind to get out there!

By chance earlier today I listened to an interview with Jessica Jackley who was cofounder and Chief Marketing Officer of Kiva, the world’s first peer to peer microlending website.

In most of her interview she spoke of rallying for small business owners in developing countries, but she also made a statement about the relationship of poverty and potential which struck me.

The gist of her statement was that poverty is not a place where there is a difference of ‘us and them’ but rather a place where thinking minds with exposure to the right tools and mentors have the potential to rise.

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Faces of Change Bartlesville Regional United Way

by Lori Esser The Bartlesville Regional United Way celebrates its 76th anniversary this year and is preparing to kick off its 2015 campaign: “Be the face of change.” This year BRUW is focusing on three initiatives: education, income, and health. “You are the face of change by your giving,” said Abigail Singrey, BRUW marketing manager.

“It’s an action. It’s a call to give to directly make a difference in your community. We are excited about our campaign this year.”

As in the previous 75 years, the United Way relies on the community to continue its mission of uniting people and resources to benefit the local community. In Bartlesville, BRUW supports 14 local agencies including the Mary Martha Outreach, Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center, Westside Community Center and, new for this year, the Boys and Girls Club of Nowata. “We are very excited about the addition of the Boys and Girls Club of Nowata,” said Singrey. “We are adding this agency to our education focus.”

As part of the education focus, a group of community leaders who support United Way at a Pacesetter level founded a Women Leaders Council. “This tenacious group of ladies has already done a lot for Jane Phillips Elementary. There are close to 40 active members and it’s amazing to see the changes they are making with those they are helping.” added Annah Fischer, BRUW campaign manager and resource specialist.

Building Bridges of Oklahoma, an income focus initiative, aims to alleviate poverty. An initiative is different from a partner agency in that they are completely funded by the BRUW and operate under their authority.

“This program was very successful at a low budget,” said Fischer. “Now they are able to run at full capacity. The program educates on the root causes of generational poverty and teaches low income clients how to transition out of government assistance programs. It really works well to help families reach selfsufficiency. They learn how to plan for the future and make wise spending choices. It’s life-changing.”

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Last year, BRUW health initiatives benefited our community in many ways: 135 clients and families were helped after house fires, by being given support to rebuild their lives.

577 victims of domestic violence received services and 71 women and children were admitted to a safe shelter.

1,133 hours of homemaking services and 97 hours of chore services were provided to low-income seniors to enable them to stay in their homes.

4,110 people were provided a hot meal six days a week.

8,384 pairs of shoes were distributed to those in need.

Another new enterprise this year is City Serve, a volunteer initiative which meets the second Saturday of the month. “Each month, volunteers can meet at the Bartlesville Community Center parking lot at 9:15 am to be given a volunteer project assignment for the day,” said Fischer. “A core group organizes community projects, not just to our agencies, but city-wide. It’s a family-friendly environment and it is the easiest form of volunteering as it takes away barriers of having to search, contact and coordinate projects yourself.

Anyone can just show up to help for a few hours. This is just another example of our slogan of ‘Give. Advocate.

Volunteer.’”

“We couldn’t do it without our agencies and our supporters,” added Singrey. “Together we address education, income and health in our community. We are making it a better place.”

For ways for you or your business to get involved or be an event sponsor, please contact the BRUW office at 918-336-1044 or visit bartlesvilleuw.org. v

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September 23rd: Day of Caring October 10th: Sporting Clays October 22nd: Pacesetter Reception November 7th: COP 5K benefiting United Way

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generations

40 IS THE NEW US

Keleher Outdoor Celebrates Advertising Innovation

by Linda Keller

Anyone driving around town, or out on the highway for that matter, can scarcely help but see large billboards proclaiming “40 IS THE NEW…US!” In the middle of that declaration is a Keleher cupcake topped with fluffy white frosting, colorful sprinkles, and a miniature billboard with multi-colored candles waiting for someone to blow them out.

Obviously it means Keleher Outdoor is celebrating 40 years in business. But the NEW us? What does that mean?

With a grin, Dan Keleher, Jr. glibly explains, “It means that even after 40 years in business we’re still growing, we’re vibrant, and cutting edge. We’re getting better and better with age.”

Keleher Outdoor was born 40 years ago when his mother and father, Dan Keleher, Sr., bought a small group of billboards in the Bartlesville market. That was back in the day, when advertising was pasted on highway boards using 12 to 15 paper strips, sort of like wallpaper. Today the process has changed dramatically—a client’s ad is designed, then using large digital computers, printed on a solid piece of thin, durable sheet vinyl.

The huge pieces of vinyl fold up neatly in a relatively small box. And, big as they are, each 12-foot by 24-foot sign is lightweight enough to be installed by just one person. The vinyl is draped over the edges of the board then stretched into place using strings to draw it to a snug fit. Viola! No more pasting.

“We’re always looking for ways to improve technology,” Dan adds. For example, while lighted boards have illuminated nighttime highways for years, today’s computerized world makes it possible for Dan to set controls that turn lights off and on at specified times, right from his desk. No more manual setting of time clocks at each site.

Living in Bartlesville for the past 40 years has made this seem pretty much like the Keleher family’s hometown, though Dan recalls that as a kid they moved around a lot. He has five sisters born in five different cities, because his dad worked for companies that required they live wherever there was work.

It was in Lawton, Oklahoma, that his father heard about a group of 150 boards for sale in Bartlesville. “That was 1975, and there was a bit of a depression going on,” Dan remembers.

Some thought his dad was crazy, but he bought them anyway.

Dan recalls, “He was the salesman; Mom was bookkeeper

and secretary, and one guy put signs up. I helped out in the summer—I was in the seventh grade,” he adds with a chuckle.

Interestingly, he wasn’t exactly a “shoo-in” to dad’s business.

After a few drafting classes in high school, he knew he wanted to be an architect. “Maybe growing up in a town with a strong Frank Lloyd Wright influence helped to promote that,” he muses. So it was that he ended up at Notre Dame to pursue a degree in architecture. His dad was also a Notre Dame alumni.

During college years, Dan Jr. spent summers gaining architectural experience with noted architect Derry Ebert, who designed Jane Phillips and Kane Elementary Schools.

Though Dan hadn’t really planned to stay in the family business, marriage and kids have a way of changing a man’s mind. So as years unfolded, Dan continued working as an architect while he and his wife Janie helped his folks build Keleher Outdoor. They gradually acquired boards in additional markets beginning with Miami, then Southeast Kansas, then Lawton. Ten years later they bought Enid and the surrounding area, then Altus, McAlester and Eufaula. Today Keleher Outdoor has 900 boards serving 50 diverse markets in Oklahoma and southeast Kansas.

After Dan’s mother passed away and his dad became less active, Dan and Janie shouldered more responsibility.

Janie stepped in as office manager, handling bookkeeping, billing and personnel. The business has grown to a staff of 10-12 employees that help handle the billboard side with the remainder assisting Dan on the architectural side. “We’re still a family owned business,” Dan says proudly.

Success comes from providing a product that works. Dan adds, “Think about it…no one ever takes a snack break during our commercials. And, while electronic media is great, you can’t ‘tweet’ in 1000 point text as with billboards. There’s a reason why people have been using billboards to connect with their target audience for more than 100 years—it’s because they’re still one of the cheapest, most effective ways to advertise.”

It’s also because Keleher enjoys numerous long-running relationships with such corporate firms as McDonald’s, Sonic, CableOne, Boeing and Raytheon. And because their visability throughout the state makes them an easy choice for Oklahoma-based clients who need regional coverage. v

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LEADERSHIP BARTLESVILLEXXV

By Lacy Gittinger, Co-Chair Leadership Bartlesville

When you’ve observed the hallways of our schools through the eyes of a student, experienced city hall through the seats of our counselors, and witnessed both the desperate needs and selfless aid our community encompasses, then you’ll understand how this comprehensive program has changed the perspective of many individuals.

What started out as a six-week program in 1987 has evolved to a nine-month adventure covering the full spectrum of life and leadership in our community.

Photo by: Tony Lehmer

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Thad Friedman – Leadership Bartlesville Major Business Program Chair and Director of Bartlesville Community Relations ConocoPhillips

Sherri Wilt - President/CEO Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce

Leadership Bartlesville is an issueoriented development program that builds awareness through direct interaction with community decisionmakers, cultivating leadership skills in the process.

Each class examines the major systems that contribute to patterns of life in our area, in order to better understand its advantages and challenges.

My personal Leadership Bartlesville journey began in 2013 as Vice President of Class 22. After serving as Community Service Session Facilitator last year, I’m thrilled to be the incoming co-chair alongside Mike Bailey, Administrative Director and CFO for the City of Bartlesville, who has faithfully co-led the program for several years.

“Leadership Bartlesville is an exceptional opportunity for any professional who is looking to expand their network of professional contacts,” said Bailey, “It has been extremely important to my career and building my professional circle.”

Over the past month, local chamber members have been submitting applications to include their representatives in this year’s class.

Selections were recently announced and the class will convene for the first time at the welcome reception on September 15, to become acquainted with one other and welcomed by past alumni.

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Nathan Barham – Leadership Bartlesville Small Business Program Chair and Senior Vice President Sutterfield Financial Group, Inc.

Chamber President, Sherri Wilt, and the Leadership Bartlesville Steering Committee are tasked with class member selection and overall coordination.

“Our goal is to educate people about our community,” said Wilt, “This working knowledge develops the best types of leaders, board members, and community volunteers.”

The program kicks off with a two-day orientation retreat, where a group of strangers come together at Wah-Sha-She State Park in Osage County. Removed from the office and familiar surroundings, classmates are encouraged to get to know one another through honest conversations, ice-breaker activities, team-building competitions and trust exercises.

Day two of the retreat conveys an outdoor experience as the group travels to Post Oak Lodge for the high ropes course and more collaborative adventures.

Though classes have historically met twice a month for five months, this year’s program is expanding its reach.

The new class structure will begin this month and last through May 2016, meeting one full day per month, plus one lunch session each month.

It’s occasionally proven difficult for working professionals to be out of the office two full days each month, so we’re hoping to accommodate

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From young professionals to retirees, the diversity of each group creates a dynamic environment for conversation and fresh perspectives. schedules, while incorporating new experiences and opportunities for the class to come together.

One of the most valuable elements of this program is the network of contacts each individual gains upon completion.

Interactive discussion topics spur individuals to share ideas and explore our city’s issues, as well as what we’re doing well and what we can improve upon.

“It opens participants’ eyes to various aspects, opportunities and challenges that can be improved by getting involved,” added Wilt, “If you truly understand your community, you will be better equipped to serve.”

Monthly sessions showcase the major facets of our city, each day revolving around a different theme: Education, City Government & Community Development, Small Businesses, Tourism, Community Service, Major Businesses & Economic Development, Healthcare & Wellness, and State Government, which includes a state capitol trip to Oklahoma City.

Steering Committee members serve as facilitators for each of these sessions, arranging speakers, tours and activities throughout the day.

Small Business Program Chair Nathan Barham stated, “We at Sutterfield Financial Group, Inc. may run point in organizing the small business day session for Leadership Bartlesville, but the magic really happens when those small businesses speak about their organizations. The combination of knowledge and passion that they exude is truly powerful.”

Exploring the city from the positions of both resident and visitor, class members get exclusive access to the inner workings of city government and healthcare technology, as well as private tours of beloved local attractions, such as the Frank Phillips Home, Woolaroc and Price Tower.

Participants gain thorough knowledge of our education system from Pre-K to post-secondary.

Each session has a theme of its own and underlying objectives behind the program: service, leadership and connectivity.

Andrea Nightingale, 2012-2015 co-chair and Class 16 graduate, often observed class members quickly connecting with the community and each other, regardless of age or background.

“Whether they’re new to town or raised here, everyone has a perception of what they think Bartlesville is,” said Nightingale. “It’s a common theme that they are blown away once they experience everything we have to offer.”

From young professionals to retirees, the diversity of each group creates a dynamic environment for conversation and fresh perspectives.

Breaking down social barriers is one of the key elements of class bonding.

Although schedules are tight, class members build friendships during lunches, discussions, bus rides, afterhours events and project planning.

Throughout the program, the class will discuss and determine a class project to pursue that will improve the community in some way.

have ranged from the 4th & Dewey mural, to the funding of the Kiddie Park miniature golf course, which is currently under construction.

Some classes chose physical contributions to the city: public benches or the west side Bartlesville welcome sign, while others start endowment funds or conduct repairs for non-profits.

The annual Leadership Bartlesville Golf Tournament is a well-attended event that was created and still largely operated by Class 18.

Once the program draws to a close next spring, class members will prepare and present a capstone summary to the class. Many discuss the things they’ve learned, personal highlights from the program, and how they plan to become connected and serve the community.

These stories reflect how powerful this program is.

Bailey adds, “My involvement has also changed me. I’ve met incredible people both in class and during tours that have changed the way I look at Bartlesville and been inspired to become more deeply involved in our community.”

Once individuals really experience our community from all aspects, they better understand their place here and the role they can take to give back.

To learn more about Leadership Bartlesville and other Chamber of Commerce programs, visit www.bartlesville.com. v

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Savannah St yle Bartlesv newesitlle’s concert h all! $25/tick in advan et $30 at th ce or e door

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2:00 P.M. LA QUINTA MANSION AT OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY Enjoy an afternoon of tea, delicious bites from The Rolling Pin, friends and fall fashions. And it’s all for a great cause.

Reserve your seats by calling Fund Development at 800-707-9914, ext 202. or visiting www.gseok.org/savannahstyle Styled by Curbside Closet, The Cottage Door, Dillard’s and JuJu Jams.

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Tues, Sept. 1

7:00 PM

Sat, Sept. 5

11:30 AM

Osage Casino

8:00 AM

United Way Campaign Kickoff

Karaoke Thursdays

Farmer’s Market

Bartlesville Community Center

Noises Off!

Frank Phillips Park

Come help us kick off our annual campaign

Theater Bartlesville

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission

Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

to improve access to locally grown specialty

at this luncheon. Enjoy a performance by Mike Bliss - comedian, magician and juggler.

7:00 PM

Trivia Tuesday Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Wed, Sept. 2 12:00 PM

BSC Annual Kickoff Luncheon Hillcrest Country Club Bartlesville Sports Commission announces September 2 as annual kickoff luncheon at Hillcrest Country Club. Coach John Mckee will share about the upcoming 2015 Bruin Football Season.

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous display of what the phrase “the show must

A jazz pop combo reminiscent of Meghan

growers, while supporting the nutritional

9:00 AM

9:00 AM

Washington County Fairgrounds

101st Washington County Free Fair

Washington County Fairgrounds

The theme for the 101st Washington County

The theme for the 101st Washington County

our counties best”. Sheriff Rick Silver will be

this year’s Grand Marshall. Come enjoy the festivities!

Free Fair is “To Serve & Protect, honoring this year’s Grand Marshall. Come enjoy the festivities!

2:00 PM

Smoke Out Hunger

Thurs, Sept. 3

7:00 PM

9:00 AM

Theater Bartlesville

Smoke Out Hunger, a benefit for Pat’s Food

Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

Bean Off, Cruise-In, 4-State Poker Run

101st Washington County Free Fair Washington County Fairgrounds The theme for the 101st Washington County Free Fair is “To Serve & Protect, honoring our counties best”. Sheriff Rick Silver will be this year’s Grand Marshall. Come enjoy the festivities!

5:00 PM

Business After Hours Bartlett & West 117 W 5th St Ste 210

Noises Off!

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous display of what the phrase “the show must go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

9:00 PM

Live Music with Chance Anderson Band Osage Casino

Harumph

Frank & Lola’s

Fri, Sept. 4

our counties best”. Sheriff Rick Silver will be

10:00 PM

economic well-being of area farmers & wellness of our community.

Free Fair is “To Serve & Protect, honoring

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

crops & homemade crafts, promote the

go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

101st Washington County Free Fair

8:30 PM

Live Music with Recommended Dose

2nd Street & Cherokee Pantry, will host a BBQ Cook-off, Baked and Live Music. BBQ Dinners are $10 per

Trainor featuring David Leach on upright and Kate Dinsmore on guitar and voice. Huge voice, great music, good times.

Tues, Sept. 8 8:00 AM

3rd Annual Suicide Awareness Summit “Helping Each Other Heal’with John R. “Jack” Jordan, Ph.D Bartlesville Community Center Daytime Professional Training & Evening Community Outreach Events. For more info visit www. washingtoncountysuicideprevention.com

Wed, Sept. 9 11:30 AM

Chamber U – First Impressions

plate to judge for yourself starting at 5pm.

Tri County Tech

Concessions on site all day. Entry forms and

Presented by Bartlesville Chamber of

rules can be found at www.smokeouthunger. blogspot.com or picked up at Solo Club or

Commerce. Tickets $25 per person.

Angelo’s Tavern.

Thurs, Sept. 10

7:00 PM

4:00 PM

Noises Off! Theater Bartlesville Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

Presented by Bartlesville Chamber of

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English

Commerce

playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous

Lady Bruin Volleyball VS Stillwater (Freshman – Varsity) Bartlesville High School

display of what the phrase “the show must go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

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6:30 PM

9:00 PM

6:00 PM

Sun, Sept. 13

Downtown Bartlesville @ Frank Phillips

Osage Casino

Hopestone Cancer Support Center

2:00 PM

Sat, Sept. 12

Artist Jennifer Spina will lead you step-by-

Theater Bartlesville

8:00 AM

Wine, non-alcoholic beverages and light

Bruins Tailgate Rally Blvd & Johnstone Ave This fun event is a major pep rally supporting the Bartlesville Bruins & sponsored by Main Street Bartlesville.

7:00 PM

Karaoke Thursdays Osage Casino

Live Music with Retro Rockerz

snacks will be available. $40/person covers

Frank Phillips Park

all materials and refreshments. Free to

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission to improve access to locally grown specialty crops & homemade crafts, promote the economic well-being of area farmers &

8:00 AM

wellness of our community.

NE Oklahoma & SE Kansas Over 65 large booths full of treasures

growers, while supporting the nutritional

Kan-Okla 100 Mile Garage Sale/Flea Market NE Oklahoma & SE Kansas

from furniture modern & antique, children

Over 65 large booths full of treasures

and adult name brand clothes, saddles,

from furniture modern & antique, children

western hats, cowboy boots, western

and adult name brand clothes, saddles,

decor, antiques, primitives, baby furniture,

western hats, cowboy boots, western

house goods, vintage signs, repurposed

decor, antiques, primitives, baby furniture,

furniture, glassware, harvest table, antique

house goods, vintage signs, repurposed

drug-store display cases. LOTS & LOTS

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of TREASURES. Come out and shop from

drug-store display cases. LOTS & LOTS

dawn to dusk.

of TREASURES. Come out and shop from

6:00 PM

Cat In A Tree Hopestone Cancer Support Center Artist Jennifer Spina will teach the kids how to recreate their very own Cat In A Tree. $20/

dawn to dusk.

8:30 AM

by 9/10. 918.876.1709

7:00 PM

are free. Please call Hopestone to reserve

scholarships for academically promising yet

your child’s canvas. Space is limited and all

economically disadvantaged students in the

children must be registered by Wednesday,

Bartlesville Public School System.

September 9th. Visit www.hopestonecenter.

Packet Pick Up – See web site for update

org for more info.

on packet pick up as well as signing up at https://runsignup.com/dogdays5k.

9:15 AM

September CityServe Bartlesville Community Center

playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous display of what the phrase “the show must

Haskell Event Space

Dreamcoat is one of the most enduring shows of all time. It is the irresistible family Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Joseph blends technicolored story of biblical proportions.

This one is fun for the whole family! www. bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com/broadwayin-bartlesville

8:30 PM

KARAOKE Painted Horse Bar & Grille

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OLLI@OSU Fall Social 115 SE Frank Phillips Blvd Join us for appetizers and learn about the OLLI lifelong learning program. Meet our instructors and hear about the classes they will be teaching this fall. For enrollment and more information call 800 765 8933.

6:00 PM

Hideaway Summer Concert Series presents The Bop Cats!

Hideaway Pizza – Johnstone & Frank Phillips Blvd

9:00 PM

Mon, Sept. 14

Osage Casino

Open House Elder Care

Live Music with Retro Rockerz

10:00 PM

Not your typical baby shower! Wink & Ali

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in-bartlesville

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor

10:00 AM

go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com/broadway-

4:00 PM

7:00 PM

display of what the phrase “the show must

technicolored story of biblical proportions.

Bartlesville Community Center

Frank & Lola’s

more info.

Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Joseph blends

This one is fun for the whole family! www.

Broadway in Bartlesville presents Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

up, and serve!

Only $40/rider, visit www.woolaroc.org for

musical about the trials and triumphs of

7:30 PM

by September 4th

playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous

shows of all time. It is the irresistible family

pop, country and rock into an uplifting,

to designated projects. Simply show up, sign

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English

Broadway in Bartlesville presents Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

918-336-6361. $75 per ticket! Please RSVP

terrain rarely seen by the general public.

go on” looks like from behind the scenes.

Dreamcoat is one of the most enduring

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English

Wink Burcham & Ali Harter “Baby Shower Show”

Trail ride covers approximately 15 miles of

display of what the phrase “the show must

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor

at the community center at 9:15 to carpool

Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

playwright Michael Fray that has a humorous

Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

Join us as we serve in the community! Meet

Woolaroc Fall Trail Ride

Noises Off!, a 1982 play by the English

Theater Bartlesville

party/fundraiser. For ticket information call

Theater Bartlesville

Theater Bartlesville is proud to present

Bartlesville Community Center

presents “Goes to the Drive-In”, our annual

Noises Off!

Noises Off!

Noises Off!

pop, country and rock into an uplifting,

Program which provides mentoring and

EmployAbility and ARC Group Homes

your canvas. Space is limited so please call

Johnstone Park

Children living with cancer and their siblings

Hillcrest Country Club

caregivers. Please call Hopestone to reserve

musical about the trials and triumphs of

Race benefits Lowe Family Young Scholars

“Goes to the Drive-In”

cancer patients, survivors and current

Lowe Family Young Scholars Dog Days of Summer 5k Run

child covers all materials and refreshments.

6:30 PM

step to recreate this Unique Chandelier.

Farmer’s Market

Fri, Sept. 11 Kan-Okla 100 Mile Garage Sale/Flea Market

Paint & Pour

have one on the way and we’re gonna celebrate with them. Gift cards, tips, & clothing donations encouraged!

10:00 AM

Enjoy coffee and a pastry while taking a tour of the Elder Care building. Learn about the various programs offered and get all your questions answered.

3:45 PM

On The Rock Ministries Fall After School Program Kick Off!!!

122 S. Park Street Fall After School Programs begin the week of September 14th for 3rd grade—high school.

The 100 foot banana split will kick off the first day of programs and is Free to the public.

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Tues, Sept. 15

6:00 PM

8:00 AM

Mon, Sept. 21

Senior Strategies Seminar @ Elder Care

East Cross United Methodist Church

Frank Phillips Park

10:00 AM

Wheels2Work Picnic Supper benefits the

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission

Car Repair Fund, Church Women United,

to improve access to locally grown specialty

Arvest Bank 4225 SE Adams Rd

This seminar series will focus on providing

treasurer. Entertainment by the CWU Hot

crops & homemade crafts, promote the

Wheels Crew. Tickets - $25. 918-333-0048

economic well-being of area farmers &

9:00 AM

useful information to seniors regarding personal health and wellness through Medicare enrollment. This event is free and

Wheels2Work Picnic Supper

open to the public.

7:00 PM

4:00 PM

Osage Casino

Karaoke Thursdays

Lady Bruin Volleyball VS Jenks (Freshman – Varsity)

Fri, Sept. 18

Bartlesville High School

All Day Event

Wed, Sept. 16 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Women in Business with Kasey Moran/TRAC Staffing

Oklahoma Indian Summer Festival

exchange which combines award-winning

11:45 AM – 1:15 PM

the festival, a competition pow wow, as well as many other special events in a family-oriented atmosphere. In celebration of 27 successful years of festival, the

OKWU – Keating Center

Committee is focused on tradition and

Presented by YP Bartlesville. $50 per

okindiansummer.org

City Church of Bartlesville – Rice Creek Road Presented by Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce. $25 per individual or $275 per table of 8. For more info call 918-336-8708

10:00 AM

OLLI@OSU: The Zentangle Method Arvest Bank 4225 SE Adams Rd Join us as we learn this meditative approach to creating beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. For more info call 800

Tues, Sept. 22

10:00 AM

entertainment and cultural demonstrations

ConocoPhillips Forum

Center, this annual festival is a cultural

1:00 PM

765 8933 .

Members.

10:00 AM

Located at the Bartlesville Community

For more information call 800 765 8933 .

the festival, a competition pow wow,

American Indian and Western art throughout

Thurs, Sept. 17

Oklahoma Indian Summer Festival

visit some lesser known cemeteries as well.

American Indian and Western art throughout

Center, this annual festival is a cultural

truitycu.org .

10:00 AM

your understanding of local history. We will

Bartlesville High School

Presented by Bartlesville Chamber of

person. For more info contact Joe.Beffer@

wellness of our community.

Learn why area cemeteries can enhance

exchange which combines award-winning

Located at the Bartlesville Community

Chamber U – Emerging Leaders Seminar Series with Dr. Wendel Weaver.

growers, while supporting the nutritional

OLLI@OSU: Laid to Rest

Lady Bruin Volleyball Invite

Hillcrest Country Club

Commerce. $25/members $35/Non-

Farmer’s Market

innovation. For more info visit www.

9:00 PM

Live Music with Barrett Lewis Band Osage Casino

Sat, Sept. 19 All Day Event

Lady Bruin Volleyball Invite Bartlesville High School

7:15 AM

Gear Up for Great Futures to benefit the Boys & Girls Club

entertainment and cultural demonstrations as well as many other special events in a family-oriented atmosphere. In celebration of 27 successful years of festival, the Committee is focused on tradition and innovation. For more info visit www. okindiansummer.org

8:30 PM

Live Music with Blue Dawgs Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM

Live Music with Barrett Lewis Band Osage Casino

10:00 PM

Chris Lee Becker & Robert Hoefling Frank& Lola’s Two great Okie Songwriters with one fine band. Original, heartfelt, funny and engaging - just as you’ve come to expect from live

8:00 AM

Chamber U – LinkedIn with Marci Piper Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce

9:00 AM

Senior Strategies Seminar @ Elder Care This seminar series will focus on providing useful information to seniors regarding personal health and wellness through digestive health. This event is free and open to the public.

10:00 AM

OLLI@OSU: The Web in a Nutshell: Understanding the Internet Bartlesville Public Library This course with Fritz Green is for nontechie users who want to learn more about the World Wide Web. For more info call 800

music Saturday nights at FnL’s!

765 8933 .

Sun, Sept. 20

1:00 PM

10:00 AM

Oklahoma Indian Summer Festival

OLLI@OSU: The Lasting Legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps Bartlesville Public Library

Oklahoma Indian Summer Festival

Boys & Girls Club

Located at the Bartlesville Community

Join champion sponsor Doenges Family

Center, this annual festival is a cultural

of Autos on September 19th for the 4th

exchange which combines award-winning

annual Gear Up For Great Futures bicycle

American Indian and Western art throughout

ride benefiting the Boys & Girls Club

the festival, a competition pow wow,

of Bartlesville. The event features four

entertainment and cultural demonstrations

organized bicycle rides of varying lengths:

as well as many other special events in a

100 miles, 50 miles, 15 miles, and 5 miles.

family-oriented atmosphere. In celebration

For more info visit www.bgcbville.org/news-

of 27 successful years of festival, the

events/gear-up-for-great-futures

Committee is focused on tradition and

Bartlesville City Wide

innovation. For more info visit www.

Over a thousand volunteers will complete

Center, this annual festival is a cultural exchange which combines award-winning American Indian and Western art throughout the festival, a competition pow wow, entertainment and cultural demonstrations as well as many other special events in a family-oriented atmosphere. In celebration of 27 successful years of festival, the Committee is focused on tradition and innovation. For more info visit www. okindiansummer.org

Located at the Bartlesville Community

okindiansummer.org

We will explore the many aspects of the CCC through the work of Company 895 and discuss whether the concept would work today. For more info call 800 765 8933 .

Wed, Sept. 23 8:00 AM

Day of Caring with the United Way

projects at area nonprofits and schools during this event designed to promote

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volunteerism. For more information or to

Join us to watch and learn about the

honorary chairperson is Jennifer Galvin. We

volunteer, contact Annah Fischer at 918-

evolution of this popular genre that grew out

are honored that she agreed to chair our

336-1044 or annah@bartlesvilleuw.org.

of the Depression Era. For more info call

race this year. So blame it all on our roots...

800 765 8933.

We showed up in boots! It’s our 2nd year

10:00 AM

OLLI@OSU: Intelligence, Deception & Surprise

7:00 PM

Arvest Bank

Osage Casino

4225 SE Adams Rd Tom L Cubbage II, J.D., Major, Army Military Intelligence (Ret.) will introduce us to wartime intelligence methods during WW2 and Vietnam. For more info call 800 765 8933 .

Karaoke Thursdays

7:30 PM

The Piano Men starring Jim Witter Bartlesville Community Center The Piano Men is a musical celebration of a decade we all fondly remember, The Seventies! Set entirely to the music of Billy

11:45 AM – 1:15 PM

Chamber U – Emerging Leaders Seminar Series with Dr. Wendel Weaver.

OKWU – Keating Center

Joel and Elton John, two of the creative icons of the period, Jim Witter will take you for a trip you’ll long remember. Jim makes no attempt to mimic his heroes, rather uses the familiar arrangements and his phenomenal singing ability to evoke their

Presented by YP Bartlesville. $50 per

music. You’ll swing to the sounds of ‘Rocket

person. For more info contact Joe.Beffer@

Man’, ‘Crocodile Rock’, ‘Just the Way You

truitycu.org .

Are’, ‘Piano Man’ and many more great hits.

12:45 PM

Fables and Fairytales Bartlesville Community Center This year’s Fifth Grade Concert will be given by the Bartlesville Symphony. Students

www.thepianomenshow.com

Fri, Sept. 25 9:00 PM

Live Music with Darrel Cole Band Osage Casino

are bussed in free of charge to this concert where they hear the orchestra present a concert entitled “Fables and Fairytales”. For more info contact 918.336.7717

downtown Dewey, Ok. Hope ya’ll can join us!

10:00 AM

Western Heritage Weekend – Tom Mix Festival Downtown Dewey

Sat, Sept. 26 8:00 AM

Frank Phillips Park

OLLI@OSU: A Conversation on Death and Dying

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission

Arvest Bank 4225 SE Adams Rd

10:00 AM

Western Heritage Weekend – Tom Mix Festival Downtown Dewey Activities include food vendors, merchandise vendors, live music, children’s rides & games, Western re-enactments, Tom Mix Museum tours, Dewey Hotel Museum tours, and the parade at 3 pm! Come see

Activities include food vendors, merchandise

the longhorn cattle drive down main street

vendors, live music, children’s rides &

during the parade!

games, Western re-enactments, Tom Mix

Tues, Sept. 29

Museum tours, Dewey Hotel Museum tours, and the parade at 3 pm! Come see the longhorn cattle drive down main street during the parade!

4:00 PM

On The Rock Ministries Back to School Bash 122 S. Park Street Dodge ball, basketball, skating, gaming tournaments with cash prizes. Concert featuring Christian rappers. Free. Ages 3rd grade-HS, Families welcome.

7:00 PM

Lenny Baker OK Mozart’s Ambler Hall

Farmer’s Market

1:00 PM

with Western Heritage Days in historical

Sun, Sept. 27

415 Dewey Avenue Lenny Baker is the “Godfather of the

7:30 AM

In The Know Truity Downtown Presented by Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce. For more info contact 918-3368708

9:00 AM

Senior Strategies Seminar @ Elder Care This seminar series will focus on providing useful information to seniors regarding personal health and wellness from the Alzheimer’s Association. This event is free and open to the public.

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Lunch and Learn

Bartlesville music scene” at Ambler Hall.

Phillips Cafeteria (Frank Phillips Blvd)

Tickets $25 or $30 at the door. 918-336-

Six Steps to Help Secure Your Retirement.

9800 / www.okmozart.com

Join Cady-Sewell Wealth Management for lunch in the Garden Room FPTC. (Phillips

8:30 PM

Cafeteria) The event is free of charge and

crops & homemade crafts, promote the

Live Music with Hurricane Mason

Larry Souders takes us on a journey to

economic well-being of area farmers &

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Nippert at (918) 336-2600 or jessi.nippert@

discover what we can about this final great

growers, while supporting the nutritional

mystery. For more info call 800 765 8933 .

wellness of our community.

Thurs, Sept. 24

9:00 AM

5:30 PM

Golden Hour @ Elder Care Free social night for anyone 60 or older. Enjoy beverages, food and live entertainment. No RSVP required.

This Golden Hour marks our nine year anniversary.

6:30 PM

to improve access to locally grown specialty

9:00 PM

Live Music with Darrel Cole Band

the public is welcome. Please RSVP to Jessi wfadvisors.com

4:00 PM

Osage Casino

Lady Bruin Volleyball VS Sand Springs (Freshman – Varsity)

10:00 PM

Bartlesville High School

Frank & Lola’s

Wed, Sept. 30

Pavilion and features live music, dancing,

Come celebrate Adam’s belated bday

11:45 AM – 1:15 PM

food, drink, and a limited number of vendors.

with one of his favorite acts! This funky

Cow Thieves & Outlaws Reunion Woolaroc The annual Cow Thieves & Outlaws Reunion is held outdoors at Woolaroc’s Clyde Lake

EGO CULTURE

instrumental quartet wows crowds each time

Miles for Mammograms Boot Scoot 5k

they play, great way to end September!

Chamber U – Emerging Leaders Seminar Series with Dr. Wendel Weaver.

OKWU – Keating Center

Dewey Hotel & Tom Mix Museum

Presented by YP Bartlesville. $50 per

Every year our race committee chooses

person. For more info contact Joe.Beffer@

Disciples Christian Church

an honorary chairperson to help us spread

truitycu.org .

5800 Douglas Lane

the word and promote our race. This year’s

OLLI@OSU: Screwball Comedies with Charlie Taraboletti

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Seven of the Premier Wildlife Artists in America will present a retrospective and sale of their work at Woolaroc Museum. Featured artists include:

Painters: Ken Carlson, Bob Kuhn, James Morgan, and Tucker Smith Sculptors: Ken Bunn, Walter Matia, and Tim Shinabarger

BARTLESVILLE, OK James Morgan, One With the Wind, 2012, oil on linen, 40 x 30 in. Private Collection

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out & about pack the backpacks

ted cruz rally at okwu

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CHARLIE BOWERMAN

by Damon Isaacs

Charlie Bowerman retired from the Phillips Petroleum Company after 38 years of service. He had many leadership roles during his tenure such as Executive Vice President and a member of the board of directors. But one of his first positions was point guard for the Phillips 66ers basketball team.

Bowerman joined Phillips in 1961.

He played for the Phillips 66ers for three years. Created in the 1920s, the 66ers played throughout the country for many years as part of Phillips’ public relations campaign. The team participated in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) which was the nation’s premier basketball league prior to the National Basketball Association (NBA). The 66ers were a powerhouse team and won 11 national championships.

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“We have been active in the community the entire time we’ve lived here. Our church family is here. Our friends are here. We enjoy the country club and golf course. We searched for places to retire and decided that Bartlesville had what we were looking for.”

Bowerman grew up in Indiana with a basketball coach for a father.

He loved the game and was a star athlete in high school and college.

After receiving a liberal arts degree from Indiana’s Wabash College, he was recruited to play basketball for the 66ers. “I went to Bartlesville for an interview that was really a tryout.” Bowerman continues, “After moving to Bartlesville, I was asked what part of the company I would like to work. Eventually I began working in the sales and marketing organization like many of the other basketball players.” He was even required to work at a Phillips 66 gas station to learn the business.

“I started work in the month of June,” Bowerman remembers, “and in October the basketball team traveled to the Middle East for a goodwill tour where we played basketball and held clinics.

That was my first airplane ride.”

He remained in marketing until 1988 when he attended Stanford University to receive executive training. When he returned he held a variety of executive positions with Phillips. Bowerman was elected to the board in 1989; he became Executive Vice President of planning

and technology. “For a short time I was the Chief Information Officer in 1992,” he says. By 1995, Bowerman was given the assignment of executive vice president of planning, corporate relations and services.”

A leader on the basketball court and in the corporate office, Bowerman used his leadership skills to give back to the community. He has been involved in the Boy Scouts of America for many years and served as President of the southern region for the Boy Scouts. Charlie is one of the select few who have received the three highest honors awarded by the Boy Scouts – the Silver Beaver Award for work in the community, the Silver Antelope Award for work in the region and the Silver Buffalo Award for national achievements.

Bowerman and his wife, Corky, provide leadership to the Bartlesville Community Foundation. “The foundation houses endowed funds,” he explains. “Donors may make a donation to an existing fund or create a fund of their own that creates an income to be granted to charities and causes that matter to the donor.” More information on the

foundation can be found at www. bartlesvillecf.org.

“I believe it is important to pay your civic rent,” declares Bowerman. “What I mean by that, is you need to get involved in your community and give back. A person should have goals for their career, but they should also have goals for personal development and understand the importance of giving back to the community. Each person has a civic rent to pay.”

After retiring from Phillips 66 in 1999, the Bowermans remained in Bartlesville. “We have been active in the community the entire time we’ve lived here. Our church family is here.

Our friends are here. We enjoy the country club and golf course. We searched for places to retire and decided that Bartlesville had what we were looking for,” he stated.

“Bartlesville has a unique history and we love it here.”

Bowerman was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in 1995 for his leadership on the court.

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GO BIG OR GO HOME Second Annual Bruins Tailgate Rally

by Julie Pranger With football season is right around the corner, the second annual Bruins Tailgate Rally will be hosted by Main Street Bartlesville.

This fun-filled family event is intended to kick-off the Bruins football and school sports season with flair.

“This event brings together football players from the YMCA youth programs through high school varsity, alongside the Bruin Brigade, cheer and pom squads for one big rally,” mentioned Laurie Cerda, Main Street Bartlesville member. “There’s no better way to support the school than to come out to the rally, it’s a great way to support all groups and organizations in one fun day.”

This event will allow boosters and school organizations to make money by setting up various tailgates. Some tailgates will feature fun activities, games, merchandise, concessions sales and other prizes.

A popular item, the season tickets, will be available for purchase at the rally, as well as Bruin branded merchandise.

The rally also provides local businesses and organizations the opportunity to show off their Bruin pride. Booth space may purchased for $50. All booth fee proceeds help fund Main Street Bartlesville, which is the sponsor for the Bruins Tailgate Rally. “The overall goal is to help benefit the school’s organizations, whoever is tailgating has to pick an organization and raise money for that particular organization”, mentioned Cerda. Proceeds from food or goods sold by merchants at the rally will donate a minimum of 10% of their sales to Bruin organizations.

Main Street Bartlesville hopes to continue to grow this event to become bigger and better than the year before. Last year, an estimated attendance of 1,800 people came out to support the Bartlesville Bruins. “This year we predict there will be more than 2,500 local residents at the rally,” said Cerda.

“Main Street Bartlesville feels that it is important to establish a community feeling in Bartlesville and

to show how proud we are of our community and students.” There is truly no better place to celebrate hometown football pride than the heart of downtown Bartlesville.

The rally will be held the day before the first home game on Thursday, September 10, 2015, from 6:30 pm till 8:30 pm at the intersection of Frank Phillips Boulevard and Johnstone Avenue.

Make sure to show your school spirit by watching the Bruins take on Cascia Hall at Custer Stadium at 7:00 pm on Friday, September 11, 2015.

There are many different ways to support this annual hometown event such as volunteering or becoming a sponsor. To support or request information, please e-mail promotion@mainstreetbartlesville. org or call 918-336-4300.

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business

CHANNELING 45 YEARS OF CUSTOMER SERVICE Steve’s TV

By Lori Esser From the moment television was conceived it has produced a significant impact on our lives.

Unforgettable televised moments from over the last half century are burned into the mind. Such memories as man taking his first steps on the moon, Super Bowl wins and even national tragedies that played out in real time right in front of our eyes. Yes, televisions have become a staple in every home as the percentage has climbed to 98 percent of households owning at least one.

And there’s one business in town that makes it their duty to offer quality products and exceptional service to their customers.

Stan Norfleet came to town in 1959 from Claremore after learning how to fix TVs from his uncle.

He quickly became known in Bartlesville as the “world famous tube puller.” Stan went to work for John Fields, and after 13 years, Norfleet took over the business. He sold and serviced TVs for 25 years.

It was under his watch that he recognized the talent in a 15-yearold boy named Steve Carleton.

“Steve is a smart feller,” chuckled Stan. “He started working for me part-time in 1970 and helped grow the business up tremendously. He took to it real quick. I set him up where he could make payments to one day own the place.”

And Steve did. He took over

what is now known as Steve’s TV in 1991. He prides himself on service and going over and beyond for his customers he calls friends. When Carleton says “service is key” he means it. He repairs sets over a 75mile radius and has even traveled to Sugarland, TX for a customer.

“My best asset is my customers,” he said. “We service and sell quality home theater equipment at a fair price. A customer of mine agrees that you can’t put a price on good service.”

He smiles as he recalls a story about a customer who had just built a house in Dewey and installed a TV for family and friends to gather on Thanksgiving Day to watch the big game. The customer pushed a wrong button and the TV went out.

Just as Steve’s wife was pulling the turkey out of the oven he got the call. Steve went out to the customer’s house to get the TV fixed and returned home in time to carve the turkey. To this day, the customer will only buy their home entertainment equipment from him.

“We’re one of the last places locally and in Tulsa that sell and repair televisions. When you buy TVs from a big box store you have to go through them to have it serviced if there’s an issue. If you buy from us, we come out and service it. I offer expertise,” Carleton added. “You get the fullest value out of your purchase here.”

According to Carleton, about 80 percent of the TVs purchased from big box stores are not set up correctly which causes a lower quality image on the screen.

For those who want to cut the cord with cable or satellite, Steve’s TV also offers antennas which offer up to 40 channels including high definition and local programming depending on where you live. They also offer mounting services. Steve says he enjoys a good challenge. “I like to do the impossible mounts,” he explained. “When I do it, I do it without any wires showing. My name is on that so it’s going to look good.”

Steve’s TV sells 19” to 80” televisions from recognized names such as Samsung, LG, Sharp, Yamaha as well as a variety of equipment such as sound bars and furniture.

After celebrating 45 years in the industry just last month, Carleton isn’t slowing down. He and his staff of four receive ongoing training on new technologies and features. Steve’s TV is also an active supporter of local sports teams.

“I started working here before I could even drive,” he reflected.

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BARTLESVILLE’S BROADWAY Bartlesville Hosts Troika Entertainment Production Crew

by Michel Duncan The 14th season of Broadway in Bartlesville starts this month at the Bartlesville Community Center. For the first time, a technical team for the opening show will be doing two weeks of preparations with a full cast and crew right here in our city. According to Val Callaghan, managing director of the Bartlesville Community Center (BCC), Bartlesville will host approximately 60 people, enjoying the hospitality of our hotels, restaurants and local citizenry. In addition to the visiting performers and techs, approximately 25 people from our own community will be hired to assist with setup and construction for the first production, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

This isn’t the first time Broadway in Bartlesville has submitted a bid to host a technical team. It only took one visit from a representative of Troika Entertainment to know that Bartlesville was the perfect location for a production crew, choreographers, stage hands, actors and the like. It was no surprise they fell in love with the stage, space and sound of our internationally acclaimed BCC civic auditorium. Thanks to their efforts, Bartlesville can once again be excited to welcome actors and entertainment professionals to our community. Load-in began August 30th and will continue until the opening of the show.

While also preparing for the fall season of the

Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra and Bartlesville Community Concert Series, the BCC is finishing the final phases of the roof overlay. Voters approved a renewal of the Capitol Improvements Projects ½ penny sales tax that made this long overdue update possible, for which BCC is continually grateful. Callaghan says it is on schedule to be completed before the new season begins.

Broadway in Bartlesville has been bringing high quality entertainment and Broadway productions to town for over a decade, and this season looks to be one of the best. Season tickets and individual show tickets to Broadway in Bartlesville are still available. To purchase tickets for any of the following performances, contact the BCC office at 918-336-2787 or visit bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com. v

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Saturday, September 12th - 7:30 pm Sunday, September 13th - 2:00 pm A family-friendly, Andrew Loyd Webber musical featuring biblical proportions about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son.

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MILES FOR RUNNIN’ HOT 5K MAMMOGRAMS

by Molly Sparks

by Anna Smoot

For the past sixteen years, Family Healthcare Clinic has hosted the Miles for Mammograms 5K. As one of the first annual fundraiser runs in Bartlesville, the Boot Scoot 5K and 2K fun walk raises money to provide free and reduced-price mammograms for women.

Family Healthcare Clinic (FHC) provides up to 175 free mammograms for women annually, with approximately 65 of those paid for by the profits of the 5K. Patricia Leech and Tiffany Frye of the FHC stated “this service provides care for women who otherwise would be unable to afford this potentially lifesaving procedure.”

Scheduled just prior to National Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, the run also serves as a reminder for all women to have their yearly screening. The service they offer is twofold, says Leech, “everyone has a loved one who needs to be reminded of the importance of the screening as well as the availability.” Mammograms are available to women who do not have the ability to pay for a screening and can potentially save their lives.

FHC also prides itself on offering other reduced-price healthcare services to individuals who cannot afford them.

All who register will receive a T-shirt, and breast cancer survivors can walk or run for free. There will be a pre-party where you can register at FHC on Thursday, September 24th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. Pre-registered runners can also pick up their packets at the event. There will be a survivors’ breakfast hosted before the run at 8:00 am.

You can register at www.milesformammograms.org.

Come out and support a fantastic organization and their goal to provide mammograms to every woman.

Boot Scoot 5K and 2K Fun Walk

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The Bartlesville Professional Firefighters, Local 200 is geared to host their second annual Firefighter 5K and one mile fun run/walk--dubbed Runnin’ Hot—in downtown Bartlesville.

The event is one of two fundraisers this year to benefit the Bartlesville Professional Firefighters, Local 200.

The group hosts regular fundraisers for other groups, including sellings breast cancer awareness shirts, hosting the Cops vs. Fire softball game for the Make A Wish Foundation, fire safety month for elementary schools, and Operation Warm to raise funds to purchase coats and jackets for local children in the winter.

This year’s Firefighter 5K Runnin’ Hot fundraiser will help fund the Bartlesville Professional Firefighters’ training and education programs for firefighters, and the purchase of safety equipment for the stations in town.

The proceeds will also help fund the Easter egg hunt and Angel Tree Christmas projects that the group sponsors every year, as well as several other community events the Fire Department is involved in throughout the year.

“Our organization is only as strong as those who stand with us and for us,” states Stephanie Silva, Local 200 event coordinator. “Twenty four hours a day, seven days a week, men and women are on duty to protect and serve our community. We take great pride in serving our community. The mission of the run is to help provide the best service possible, while encouraging fitness and good health in our community.” Awards will be given for overall male and female winners, division winners and top three dressed as firefighters!

For more details and to pre-register visit yellowcheetah.com/firefighter5K or Bartlesville Professional Firefighters, Local 200 Facebook Page.

Runnin’ Hot 5K

September 26th 9:00 am

Saturday, September 19th

Pre registration $25 Race Day $30 Youth ($20/$15) 1820 W. Hensley Boulevard 918-336-4822

Pre-register 5K $25, 1 Mi Fun run/walk $20 Day of registration opens 7 am ($5 additional) 8:30 am 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 9:00 am 5K Run Central Fire Station | 601 South Johnstone Boulevard

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