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New Business: Not A One Trick Pony Tyler Glenn: Ultimate Dreamer, Diligent Doer

Community: Christmas in the ‘Ville Popular Downtown Festival Back for a Second Year

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Immaculate Conception

Once Upon a Time: A Gift to the Community Fesperman Brightened Holidays for Local Shoppers

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Giving Back: Little Boxes...Big Blessings Local Youth to Receive Shoe Box Blessings

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Profile: Ron Adams

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Teacher of the Month: Shelly Buhlinger

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Now You Know: The Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River

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Traditions: Christmas à la Carte

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Fields’ Philosophy: Blessings

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Funny You Should Ask: Lessons Learned in 2018

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A Good Word: Silent Nights

The Wright Stuff Ducre Bringing New Orleans Flavor to Bartlesville

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Tribute: Cleo Lewis

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A Marc Broussard Christmas

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Out & About: Photos from Around Town

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Discover Dewey: The Gift of Place

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OKM Music: Bringing Harmony to the Community

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Unknown Treasure: Strongest Safe in the World

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UPFRONT

upfront It is really hard to believe that I am sitting here writing the December Upfront...

This year has just flown by for Christy and me. What a year bMonthly has had! We cannot thank you, our READERS, enough for embracing and jumping on this crazy ride that we call bMonthly Magazine. It has been a year of me sharing our stories of love, loss, addiction, redemption, and the great tales of the history and people of this city we all call home. The love we have for Bartlesville and its people is unmeasurable! Every month, we uncover so much that we cannot fit it all in the magazine. We have very big plans for 2019, so get ready….it’s going to be fun!

About the cover... This picture was taken at Frank Phillips Lodge at Woolaroc, and WOW! Who would've ever thought we would be in such a special place in this area’s history, taking a picture with Santa Claus (Ron Adams) for his seventh December cover? I believe it’s one of our best ever. I had this idea after looking at hundreds of pictures, and knew I wanted Jesus to be represented. I used the word “Believe” because, for our family, what Santa holds in his hands in this cover picture is where it all starts and ends for us!

We want to thank some special people for making this cover happen. Tony Lehmer, who has always taken the December cover photo, and like every year before he continues to hit a home run. Ron Adams, you are and will always be Santa to us!

Thank you to Bob Fraser, of Woolaroc; and Paula Blackwell, who set up Frank and Jane’s tree early for the photo shoot; and our dear friend Kaci Fouts, for helping us put it all together.

This has been a month of reflection for me, and how, because of this magazine, Christy and I have met some incredible people who have become close friends.

We have been 10 feet away from majestic buffalo, we ran with wild horses, we danced on the cover of our February Valentine’s issue, and the biggest honor for us was to meet and hear the stories of our WWII heroes. It really is such a honor for us to put this magazine together for you each month. Our love and passion is for the history of this city, and the people who helped build it, as well as the ones who continue the legacy that we call the ‘Ville!

This magazine would not be what it is without the outstanding staff of writers we are blessed to work with. Every month, we assign the stories, and they come back with such great work. I truly believe our writers are some of the best in the business. I want to say a special thank you to Debbie Neece, at the Bartlesville History Museum, for all the behind-thescenes work she does every month. She does it all — writing, research, even finding the treasure of pictures we use for our stories. My cover photos are very important to me — if not the most important endeavor each month — and I usually have some crazy idea in my head. I have three photographers that help me create and bring my vision to life. Chance Franks, Tyler Deaton, and Tony Lehmer: Thank you for all you do for us. Your skills are impeccable!

For all who read these words, Christy and I offer up a prayer this holiday season: Every child will have a gift, no child will go hungry, no grandparent is alone, the weak will be strong, the sick will be healed, the addicted will break their chains, the lost would be found, your darkness turns to light, those who have loved and lost find peace, any who have fallen find the strength to get back up, and that God shines his light and lays His blessings on you and your family.

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! God Bless!

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NEW BUSINESS

Not A One Trick Pony Tyler Glenn: Ultimate Dreamer, Diligent Doer

by Maria Gus Tyler Glenn, owner of Red Dirt Rubs and Green Country Gold barbeque sauce, has learned a lot about hard work. Born and raised in Bartlesville, Glenn has had a few obstacles to overcome in his 30 years — but nothing that has stopped him from realizing his goals.

Growing up on the west side of Bartlesville, Glenn fondly remembers going to the Boys and Girls Club all year long and spending summers at Frontier Pool. But early in his life, there were a couple of bumps in the road.

Glenn was diagnosed with juvenile onset diabetes when he was in the fifth grade. A few years later, his mother passed away and his grandparents took on the task of raising him, along with his brothers and sister. “My grandparents had two jobs until I was 19 to make sure I got where I needed to be,” said Glenn, “But our mentors at the Boys and Girls Club also played a very important role.”

After graduating from Bartlesville High School in 2007, Glenn went on to study at Oklahoma State University, then later transferred to the University of Central Oklahoma.

While in college, Glenn joined Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, known for notable members such as Dr. George Washington Carver, Representative John Lewis, and former president Bill Clinton. Glenn often volunteered his time catering for fraternity fundraisers, spaghetti dinners, and cook outs. He became well known for his cooking, but the barbeque and rubs were always his side job.

“I used to give out my bbq rubs for free,” says Glenn. Finally, a wise family member asked him directly if he was making any money off of this. “That’s when I got with Paul Hood (an area CPA).

He helped me get my company off the ground.”

“Tyler is the ultimate dreamer, but is also a diligent doer,” says Hood. Glenn graduated and played football with Hood’s son. “In a world of people who make excuses and give up, Tyler understands that success will come to him through hard work, seeking advice from mentors/advisors, and having a never-quit attitude.”

Due to his Type 1 Diabetes, Glenn works part time at Sterling’s Grille in order to take care of his health, while simultaneously building his business. “I’ve had 16 surgeries on my foot,” said Glenn, “Jim (Curd) is probably the best boss you could ever have.

They have been there when I needed them, and they always take care of me.” Glenn credits Curd for being flexible and supportive of his health issues and his business endeavors.

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soning, and has now developed his own barbeque rubs and a sauce based on his grandmother’s recipe — with a pinch of his own interpretation.

“My grandmother is sharp,” said Glenn, She’s in her 80’s but she still cooks, cleans, and drives a car. Now is a good time for me to keep learning as much as I can from her.” Glenn’s grandmother, Lillie Mae Flemons, also used to own her own restaurant, called “Rib King,” off of Adams Blvd. “She’s always been my encouragement,” adds Glenn, “She is the equivalent to a culinary chef!”

Glenn also credits his siblings, grandmother Carolyn Evans, and his daughter as a part of what keeps him going. “I’m a single father and my daughter Tierra helps me do everything,” adds Glenn. “I like to keep her cooking with me so she always has an extra talent as she moves forward. I didn’t have a father growing up, so I want to be the person helping her with homework, encouraging her; I want to set that trend.”

Red Dirt Rubs are currently available at Price’s Meat Market, Pure Image Barber Shop, Grayson’s Donut Hole, and Peck’s Custom Butchering. Glenn also takes online orders and customers can reach him on Facebook, Instagram, or by email. He has plans to expand to other locations, and possibly catering in the future.

For now, he’s focusing on the wisdom passed down from his grandmother, and hoping all that he’s doing will serve as an example for his daughter.

“My grandmother always said, ‘don’t be a one trick pony’,” said Glenn. With Red Dirt Rubs, Green Country Gold, self-discipline, and his supportive family, Tyler Glenn has a lot of tricks up his sleeve.

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ONCE UPON A TIME

A Gift to the Community Fesperman Brightened the Holidays for Local Shoppers

by Rita Thurman Barnes The late Fern Fesperman, long-time Kress Store employee, once shared with me, “I came to Bartlesville in the mid-1940s, applied for work at Kress’s and, to my surprise, I started the next day. During Christmas they closed at 5:30. That year, we had to close at 6. It had been cold and dreary all day, but we hadn’t had any snow.

Around 5, a lady came in and said, ‘Look! It’s snowing.

We will have a White Christmas after all!’ And sure enough, giant snowflakes were coming down, soft as feathers. The clerks were busy straightening counters when I felt a blast of cold air. A young gentleman came in with the most beautiful little son, who looked to be about five years old. He had on a tan coat with a cap to match; his hair was just right, and his little cap was angled just right. He was happy, his eyes were sparkling, and he was full of the Christmas spirit.

“The father walked over to my stationary counter, and explained that his son wanted to get his mother a Christmas gift. He asked if the little boy could look around my counter while he finished shopping. I assured him it would be no trouble. The boy looked around and finally spied the writing tablets. He said his mother liked to write letters; he wondered if she would like a writing tablet. I told him she would be thrilled, and he chose one in pastel. He was very excited until I handed him his package and asked for 26 cents. He said, ‘The sign says 25 cents.’ I told him, with tax, it was 26 cents. Pensively he said, ‘I’ll take it without the tax!’ His father came up and said, ‘Give the lady the penny, son. I’ll explain when we get home.’

They left, disappearing into the snow. I never saw the boy again. But, I still think of what he said, and wonder if he became a tax accountant.

“Another day, a little boy came in and asked me if I thought his mother would like the puppy he was holding

Fern Fesperman and the Kress building, where she worked for years.

for Christmas. He said he got it from Dr. Paulson’s free puppy pen. He said his mom wanted a small dog and he thought this one was a Chow. I told him she would love it.

He bought a ribbon for the dog and left. Little did I know that when I applied for a job at Kress’s, I would work 25 years as a sales clerk. When I first began, I didn’t even know how the merchandise got to the store or out on the counters.”

And, work, she did! She labored for all three five and dime stores in Bartlesville. Kress, Green’s, and finally Woolworth’s, where she rounded out her career closing the very last of the Bartlesville five and dimes.

The Fesperman headstone.

My late friend wished everyone Season’s Greetings, and the best New Year ever. She passed away in 2003, but I’ll remember Fern forever – especially at Christmas.

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PROFILE

Ron Adams

by Rita Thurman Barnes Ron Adams was born at Memorial Hospital in June of 1947. He was baptized at age five, and his family later attended Labadie Heights Baptist Church.

Ron begins, “I didn’t attend church again until college, where I deeply felt God’s spirit at an Episcopal church. It wasn’t until I met and married my wife, Debbie, that I experienced the same spirit at the Episcopal church in Bartlesville. We were married there and took our daughter to worship there.”

At war’s end, Ron’s parents were married and started a family. His father was a much-loved milkman named Jack Adams.

His mother, Mary, kept the home fires burning and kept Ronnie in line. Ron says, “My mother was a very faithful person who loved going to church. She loved helping everyone, and you never left her table hungry.”

Ron’s father was the “rock” of the family – especially for his mother. Ron shares, “Dad grew up as the youngest of 12 children, and he worked at family grocery stores before he became a milkman.

He loved his job, and he taught us about the beauty of nature. We were always playing music for church events, talent shows, and at area dances.”

Washington Elementary launched Ron’s education, but when his family moved to the “Pruneville” area of town, he attended Labadie Heights School.

There, Mrs. Ruth Rickman became his favorite teacher. He also remembers how much she loved her students. “My grade school friends were innumerable and unforgettable.”

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PROFILE was because we were growing into adults, and new horizons were opening in so many ways.”

Ron relates that Dr. Dale Smith, former College High choral teacher, made the biggest impact on his life. He realized the impact music was having on the world. “My brother Lonnie and I had already begun playing music as kids, but our garage band played many venues, and we were known at school because of our music.

Ron met Debbie when a friend told him about a special girl working at Martin’s, downtown. One day while he was at Martin’s, this same friend called up to Debbie on the mezzanine and introduced the two. Ron remembers he eventually asked her for a dinner date, and they soon realized they were going to be a pair. Ron says, “My mother always wanted grandchildren, so when I finally told her about Debbie, she was happy as could be.

We married in April of 1979, and later Debbie gave birth to our daughter, Lindsey, to whom I sang You Are My Sunshine. Lindsey has blossomed into a beautiful, helpful person, living out her dreams in sunny California.”

Ron Adams is a much-loved Santa to area youngsters.

While in elementary school, Ron sold greeting cards door to Within a couple of years, Frankie Thomas, retiring Kiddie door, returned pop bottles, and mowed lawns. Later, he worked Park President, asked Ron to take over as president, and he has at Hull’s Drug Store as stocker, deliveryman, and soda jerk, and served in that capacity for more than 14 years. He adds, “What decorated their windows for holidays. Years later, when Ron was a blessing it has been. I’m very proud of what the park has looking at a different career direction, he went into banking and accomplished, and how it has touched so many lives. What a began a long affiliation with Arvest Bank. This future Santa family memory-maker the Bartlesville Kiddie Park has become.”

Claus was involved in the Masonic Lodge, and became a Shriner in 1989. He and high school pal, Bruce “Boo Boo the When asked how he feels about being Santa to so many Clown” Long, realized they wanted people, he replied, “When our “As I move into my 7th decade of life, I’m happy to become even more involved. So, daughter was born, she had health that my journey is still ahead of me and there’s they decided to host a clown conissues, and I prayed for God to heal more to come, God willing. I’ve tried to live up to vention at the Kiddie Park. Park her. I asked him for direction in what my mother asked me to do, to go into the President Harold Lowry asked helping people experiencing the world to serve, and to help everyone make their them to help raise money for a new same issues with their children, lives a little better — even if it’s just with a smile ride called the Red Baron. Along and that I might serve as a mesand the twinkle of an eye.” with other clowning friends, they senger. Then, 20 years ago, his — Ron Adams joined forces. By summer’s end, employer asked if he’d like to they had raised well over $66,000. become their official Santa Claus.

They were helped by Phillips Petroleum, and many other organAs soon as he donned the Santa Claus suit, he was hooked. At izations donated funds to purchase the ride. a Chinese diner in Tulsa, Ron opened a fortune cookie that read, “you have the ability to touch the lives of many people.” He has since carried that fortune cookie message with him, as a reminder of just what a caring heart can mean.

This Santa-from-the heart says that the best Christmas present he ever received in his life was the love and laughter he shared with his family. He sums it up like this, “It is my hope that the people of our country will all come together and show respect for each other, and really listen to one another. Take a breath. Don’t be critical. Don’t be the one that creates anger. Be a problem solver. Be the shaker that brings about change for everyone; not just yourself. Walk the earth as Jesus did.

“As I move into my 7th decade of life, I’m happy that my journey is still ahead of me and there’s more to come, God willing.

I’ve tried to live up to what my mother asked me to do, to go into the world to serve, and to help everyone make their lives a little better — even if it’s just with a smile and the twinkle of an eye.”

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NOW YOU KNOW

The Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River

by Debbie Neece, Bartlesville Area History Museum From the Kansas border, feeding into Hulah Lake and continuing as the outflow from the Hulah Dam, the Caney River meanders along the countryside. It joins the outflow from the Copan Dam as it cuts through the heart of Bartlesville — where the city planted roots…at the Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River.

From Nelson Carr’s mill site establishment, which was sold to Jacob H. Bartles in 1875; to religious, educational, and entertainment functions, the stories from the Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River began the foundation of our city.

Indian Territory schools were private enterprises, with the Cherokee Nation supplying the salary of teachers and paying tuition for Indian children. The parents of non-Indian students were required to support the system with in-kind offerings or tuition payments for their students.

Some of the first educational opportunities were established along the banks of the Caney River. Nelson Carr operated a subscription school at his original trading post near the

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present Oak Park development, at the Black Dog Ford of the Caney River. Jacob Bartles later operated a school on the north side of the Caney River for six-months. Then, Delaware native Arthur Armstrong settled along the south side of the river. He built a log building that became used as the Armstrong Subscription School and nondenominational Sunday school.

Jacob Bartles was married to Miss Nanny Journeycake, daughter of Baptist Minister and Delaware Chief Charles Journeycake. Local pioneer Frank Overlees once recalled the first Sunday school classes were held at the Bartles home, and Chief Journeycake traveled from Coody’s Bluff, four-miles east of Nowata, to minister to the gathering.

Early baptisms were celebrated in the Caney River at Bartlesville and at Silver Lake, south of Bartlesville. One of the first photographed events was the 1905 Church of God baptism in the Caney River in the shadows of the Nellie Johnstone oil well and the Caney River Bridge.

People watch a 1905 Church of God baptism.

In 1919, the First Baptist and Virginia Avenue Baptist churches joined at the Caney River with hundreds in attendance to witness the baptisms of family and friends. The combined congregations stood along the river bank, beginning at the bathhouse and spanning west to the Caney River Bridge.

Before the United States Army Corps of Engineers created the Hulah and Copan reservoirs, the Caney River flowed at a steadier pace. There was no end to the entertainment opportunities along the Horseshoe Bend. Popular activities were ice-skating, boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming.

Oklahoma’s first commercial oil well, the Nellie Johnstone, blew in 1897, before the railroad reached Bartlesville. The well was capped due to export difficulties, but the capping left a small leakage of oil flowing into the Caney River.

One winter evening, a group of local teenagers were ice skating on the frozen Caney River and built a bonfire on the bank to warm them-

People ice skating on the Caney River, where the bonfire ignited the Nellie Johnstone well.

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Boat houses operated along the Caney River.

Many people swam in the Caney River.

Canoeing was popular on the Caney River.

selves. Suddenly, the blaze ignited the leaking oil. It followed the flow of crude to the rig, which went up in a flash of flames. It wasn't until years later that Nellie Johnstone confessed she was among the youngsters present that evening.

vided his guests river excursions in his boat, the “Aunt Nellie.”

Several structures served activities along the banks, as well. One of the most notable was the Caney beach bathhouse, which began in the early teens providing bathroom facilities and concessions. Concrete steps were added for easy water access,and this stairway may still be seen under the current Cherokee Avenue Bridge.

The derrick was rebuilt in August of 1903, and the Nellie Johnstone No. 1 was brought into full-time production. By then, the Santa Fe railroad tracks had reached Bartlesville, allowing oil to be shipped by tank car to Kansas refineries.

During the dead of winter, Jacob Bartles cut ice from the deep pool above the natural dam of the Caney River. He placed the chunks into his straw- and sawdust-lined ice well to be used during his social gatherings in the summer.

Bartles was quite the entertainer, and during one such celebration he greeted a crowd of 5,000 for a threeday party along the Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River. The dynamo generator installed in his gristmill supplied the electricity needed to illuminate the strings of lights throughout the park area, allowing the dancing and conversation to flow well into the evening. And he pro-

Several huge catfish were caught in the Caney River, these were caught in 1896.

Some rather tall fish tales have been told by anglers along the Horseshoe Bend. John McCallister, early barber and undertaker, told fish stories first-hand. He said, “One day, a crowd of us went seining on the Caney at the edge of town and caught about 500 pounds of fish. We caught one cat weighing 75 pounds, and one that weighed 50 pounds, and a number that weighed 25 pounds.”

Around 1900, while fishing above the natural rock dam of the Caney River, McCallister spun yet another yarn. “One time Joe McClintock, Ike Hicks and I were fishing when we snagged a young whale. We were trying to get the rope fastened in the gills, and it carried three of us downstream. Joe Bartles was on his horse with the rope tied to the saddle-horn.

The fish measured six or seven feet in length and its tail was 18 inches wide. I cannot estimate the weight of this monster. We had our pictures taken with the fish strung from a pole, which Jesse Overlees and I held on our shoulders and the fish tail dragged on the ground.”

The Caney beach provided excellent swimming opportunities for area residents, and it was not unusual for as many as 200 people to spend the evening splashing in the Caney.

In the early days, men would swim and the ladies were spectators from the bank. As bathing attire progressed and less modest garments became acceptable, the ladies began to frolic in the chilly water as well.

After the Hulah and Copan Dams were constructed, less water flowed into the Horseshoe Bend of the Caney River, which eliminated most of the entertainment activities.

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William Kreep built the Caney beach bathhouse in 1916. In 1935, the bathhouse and swimming beach were no longer used due to Caney River pollution. The building was razed in 1936 to allow the Cherokee Avenue Bridge to be replaced.

Swimming in the Caney River was once a popular pastime in the Bartlesville area.

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DINING GUIDE

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by Keith McPhail

Though the weather outside may be frightful, Bartlesville restaurants are serving up plenty of things delightful! Give your tastebuds a gift this holiday season and treat yourself to some good local eats with the help of our monthly dining guide. Our city has some of the best places to gather with family & friends to enjoy all kinds of dishes that will warm your belly! Whether your trying something new, or visiting your favorite standby, you’re helping support local businesses during the best time of the year. Happy eating!

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Through the Eyes of a Child

A Christmas Stroll Through Dow

by Mike Wilt Through the eyes of a child, this was the most wonderful time of the year in downtown Bartlesville during the 1950s, 1960s, and into the 1970s.

“It was absolutely magical,” said native Earl Sears. “It was enchanting.”

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the Civic Center, on the grounds that now house the Bartlesville Public Library. All the children in the community would assemble there, as the co-founder of Phillips Petroleum Company would personally hand each child a bag filled with fruit, candy, and nuts, along with a silver dollar. It was a highly anticipated tradition that is still talked about today.

Parades and special church services were also long-standing traditions, many of which continue.

However, there was one tradition that was not formal and was not structured. But it was planned by many Bartlesville children.

Every Saturday throughout the year, kids of all ages would leave their homes and migrate downtown

FEATURE The Sears boys’ first stop was the Kress store, currently Hopestone Cancer Support Center. Next was another large department store of the time, H.L. Green, on the northwest corner of Frank Phillips and Dewey, current location of Ettinger’s Office Supply.

“Every store was decorated,” Sears said.

“It was just a thrill going in and out of those stores and looking at what we might like for Christmas.”

The Sears brothers would continued zigzagging their way through downtown, all the while taking in the sights and sounds of the holiday season. Music filtered through speakers placed atop buildings to encourage people to shop.

The tandem would then hang a left at Frank Phillips Boulevard and Johnstone Avenue and pop inside Woolworth’s, now Cliff’s Flooring & Windows.

“That was the mother lode,” Earl exclaimed. “The merchandise, the displays, the decorations…it was wild, just wild.”

Eventually, like many other kids who took different routes, but who adhered to the same ritual, the Sears boys ended up at the Osage Theater, next-door directly across from today’s ConocoPhillips’ Plaza Office Building.

“For 35 cents, you could stay all day.

There were some movies that Joe and I saw three times in one afternoon.”

wntown Bartlesville to the local movie theater. But, when Christmas time arrived, this weekly pilgrimage took on a wonder all its own.

In their youth, Earl Sears (who would later be a middle school principal, city councilman, and state representative) and his older brother, Joe, (later a stage actor and writer nominated for multiple

prestigious awards), were like many other kids when it came to weekends.

“We’d leave our house around noon and walk toward downtown,” Earl said. “And just as we passed the old courthouse, we could see how the whole town was decorated with lights and wreaths everywhere. It was just incredible.”

Finally emerging from the darkness of the movie house, Earl, Joe and the other children found the sky turning soft and purple as the sun slowly faded behind the Osage hills. And the city streets were litup, aglow with the magic of Christmas lights and decorations.

“It was just beautiful,” said the now 66year-old Sears. “It absolutely captured the spirit of Christmas.”

While it may have been informal, the tradition of walking through downtown Bartlesville was itself a Christmas gift for countless children — and many still cherish the memories to this day.

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Downtown holiday lights took a hiatus until the Fantasy Land of Lights in Johnstone Park was launched in the early 1990s.

“We had an advisory committee that put a plan together similar to what Marshall, Texas was doing at the time,” said Jackie Stewart, thendirector of tourism for the Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce. Stewart

now serves as the executive director for the Green Country Marketing Association. “We decorated downtown the first year, but that didn’t work as well as we had planned. We moved it to the park the second year and it just took off.”

Later, Fantasy Land was turned over to a private board that promised to find a good home for the popular THE OSAGE THEATER

event. In 2001, the Daybreak Rotary Club became that good home, and the event has continue to grow each year since.

“We were looking for a signature project to heighten the club’s profile,” said Randy Weatherly, who cochairs the club’s Fantasy Land committee. “We spent a couple of meetings discussing it. But, really, from the first mention, club members were energized.”

Thousands of visitors from across southeast Kansas and northeast Oklahoma annually drive through Fantasy Land. A drive through the park is free, but spare coins and dollars are accepted to help fund the event. Candy cane gifts complete the seasonal visit.

“Some of the proceeds go toward college scholarships,” Weatherly said. “To date, we’ve given out more than $75,000.”

Fantasy Land of Lights is now open every night, from 6-10, through December 30. It will attract more than 24,000 visitors to view some 30 large displays.

Speaking of lights, another area tradition that started not long after Fantasy Land was the Wonderland of Lights at Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve. The grounds and buildings of Frank Phillips’ historic

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FEATURE ranch southwest of Bartlesville, along Highway 123, are covered with more than 750,000 lights. It is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5 - 9 p.m. through December 23. Admission is only $6 for adults and $1 for children 11 and younger.

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“This is truly one of those wonderful family traditions,” said Woolaroc CEO Bob Fraser.

In addition to the lights, Woolaroc features wagon rides, live entertainment, Santa in the museum, hot cider/hot chocolate and cookies for sale in the lodge.

And one may even catch a glimpse of the Holiday Horseman, covered in lights, riding across the grounds. It is a magical time at Woolaroc for all ages.

In 1992, the Chamber of merce launched a holiday called the $10,000 Christmas Cash Giveaway.

Green tickets have been a Bartlesville tradition ever since.

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Frank Phillips made a tradition of handing out bags of treats and a silver dollar to each of the children in town.

“We wanted to give people an incentive to shop locally,” said current Chamber President/CEO Sherri Wilt, who came up with the idea when she was then working as the director of community development.

“And it worked. It exceeded all expectations.”

The concept was simple. First, shoppers would get a green, numbered ticket for every $10 they spent at participating businesses. Next, companion tickets would be gathered and stored in a large drum. A drawing would be held outside the Chamber offices, located in the old train depot downtown. And, lastly, you had to be present to win.

“Every store was decorated.It was just a thrill going in and out of those stores and looking at what we might like for Christmas. It was absolutely magical. It was enchanting.”

— Bartlesville native Earl Sears

Stores like Woolworths were considered the “mother lode” by kids because of all the potential Christmas gifts inside.

“The streets were packed,” Wilt said of that very first drawing. “The crowd spread for blocks.

There were so many peo-

A look into the home of one of the area’s more prominent families, the Tylers, where Christmas decorations and gifts were aplenty.

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Bartlesville residents of all ages got into the Holiday Spirit during the Christmas season.

ple we moved to the baseball stadium the next year.”

Several years after Wilt had left to open her own business, it appeared as if the annual giveaway might end.

But, in 2001, the local Bartlesville radio stations (KYFM-KWON-KRIGKPGM) took the reins and renamed it the Green Country Christmas Giveaway.

“We just decided to pick it up,” said co-owner Kevin Potter. “And we took a different approach.”

Rather than have people gather in person, oftentimes in adverse weather, winning ticket numbers were announced via the radio. In addition, daily prizes were added.

“That allowed everyone to be involved every day,” Potter said.

“And it rewarded the customers of the participating businesses.”

Santa taking a ride through downtown Bartlesville during a past Christmas Parade.

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The first year, the radio stations gave away around $15,000 in cash and prizes. This year, between 1.2 and 1.4 million tickets will be collected with over $40,000 in cash and prizes awarded. Winners of twelve major prize packages will be

FEATURE announced live on the air beginning at 9 a.m. on December 20.

But, for Potter and his staff, interacting with the winners is the greatest blessing.

“It’s amazing how many prizes go to people who are truly in need. One year, a school cafeteria employee was a winner. She was literally shaking she was so emotional. Another winner told us she could finally afford a new front door.”

Many local churches have special presentations and services during this time of year, but none stand taller than the Living Christmas Tree, presented by First Baptist Church.

Due to the logistics involved, it’s not an annual tradition, but it’s a tradition nonetheless.

“The tree is 40-feet high with 12 tiers of singers,” said FBC Minister of Music Wade Daniel. “It is decorated with thousands of lights that are choreographed to the musical score.”

Some 85 singers will be accompanied by a 32-piece orchestra, along with narration, soloists, and a multi-media presentation.

“This event is free and our gift to the community.”

Prior to the Living Christmas Tree, Daniel and others will present instrumental music from the animated classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” along with a set of traditional holiday songs.

Boots Adams celebrating Christmas with his granddaughter, Stephanie.

The Living Christmas Tree will be presented on Saturday, December 8 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

Many other holiday traditions have been chronicled in the past, and the future holds many more. But, it’s worth remembering that Christmas really began through the eyes of a child…in a manger.

Merry Christmas!

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“The passion and heart of our people is what allows us to not only deliver to our clients, but make an impact in our community. This really is our secret sauce — even more than the depth and diversity of our services,” said Sutterfield.

“Our ‘Make it Happen’ culture drives every one of us. Our philosophy is quite simply to ‘do unto others as you would have them do to you.’ So, we approach every service we deliver to a client as one step in a long-term relationship.”

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Whether sponsoring local 5K fundraising races, giving to those less fortunate, or underwriting the skating rink at Christmas in the Ville, the Sutterfield Financial crew can be found doing good in and outside the office. “Our community has blessed us, and we must continually get involved to make it happen for our community. It’s less about the projects and more about seeing kids’ faces light up during the Christmas parade, or the smiles of people at the end of a

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race getting fruit and water, or the people enjoying the ice skating rink, and watching families enjoy our Christmas lights,” said Sutterfield. “We’re trying to help, and bottom line, our team is making an impact in the lives of those in our community.”

Barham agrees that Sutterfield Financial Group understands that giving back — at every opportunity — is a great way to show that their company doesn’t take its success for granted. Among Sutterfield Financial’s many communityminded projects, its Christmas light show has become a city favorite. In December each year, the office building at 501 E. 4th Street is transformed into a winter-wonderland as a festive light show, timed with Holiday music, helps to light up downtown Bartlesville. “We get a sense of fulfillment participating in every community project, but Christmas for so many reasons has become the favorite,” said Barham. “The joy that we get to indirectly and directly experience by witnessing the countless smiles, belly laughs, and instances of true happiness by individuals and families alike is second to none.”

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LOOKING BACK

Well-Behaved Women Rarely Made History

by Kay Little, Little History Adventures In last month’s Looking Back, I promised more juicy gossip concerning Julia Lewis Dalton, wife of outlaws Ernest Lewis and later Emmett Dalton. But, did you know Julia was a descendant of a Bartlesville pioneer, Nelson Carr? Or how about the fact she was married five times; three of them to outlaws?

Julia Johnson moved here with her family in 1881. Her life is filled with controversy and legends, beginning with what some believe is her first marriage in 1882, to Albert Whiteturkey, a wealthy Delaware. According to legend, when Albert realized she was only after his money, he divorced her only eight months after the wedding. Some members of her family have disputed this marriage.

In January 1887, Julia married her first outlaw, Bob Gilstrap, a Cherokee. By the end of the year, a baby girl, Jennie, was born to them, but the marriage quickly soured. Julia felt that Bob was lazy, so she went to Vinita in 1889 to work and live with her sister, while baby Jennie stayed with Julia’s mother. Julia and Jennie had a strained relationship to the end.

On Christmas Eve 1889, Bob Gilstrap went to the Bartles store to buy shoes for his daughter, Jennie. While there, Frank Lenno confronted Bob. According to witnesses at Lenno’s trial, Bob said, “Frank, I take back all I said and that ought to do.” Frank was having none of it, saying it had to be settled then and there. Bob then purchased cartridges for his gun and ran out the door, shooting Lenno, who then shot and killed Gilstrap. Lenno recovered but drowned six years later on Christmas Day in a flooded river, after getting out of prison on good behavior.

JULIA LEWIS DALTON

Several stories exist about how Julia and Emmett Dalton met. The one Emmett tells is he was passing by a church in 1887 and heard beautiful music from an organ.

He entered and found Julia playing. Julia’s family disputes this story, saying “she could not play a lick, let alone generate angelic chords from the church organ.”

Another story claims that Julia was the mysterious 6th rider at the Coffeyville robberies. Yet another legend tells of Julia riding all around Indian Territory in men’s clothing, wearing a mask to take part in stagecoach and train robberies. Because of this, she has been known as the “Nighthawk Rider.”

The next year, 1890, Julia married Ernest Lewis, the first Oklahoma shooting victim after Statehood, as told in November’s issue. A letter from a descendant of Julia indicated the family believed Fred Keeler was looking for Julia and Emmett were maran excuse to kill Lewis, because ried in Bartlesville in 1908, and of his mistreatment of Jennie, Julia Lewis Dalton was married five times; several years later moved to Calwho was related to Keeler three of them to infamous outlaws. She was ifornia. Emmett died in 1937 and through the Gilstrap family. also a descendant of Bartlesville pioneer Julia in 1943. According to her Nelson Carr.

Ernest and Julia were arrested obituary, she was survived by her in 1893, after she shot out the husband, John R. Johnson. She windows of Duncan Hotel in Pawhuska. They also got came into this world a Johnson and left this world a Johninto some trouble with the law during the short time they son. She is buried in the Dewey Cemetery in the Johnson lived in Colorado. Ernest was in and out of jail many times, Family plot. RIP Julia Johnson Whiteturkey Gilstrap Lewis but still ran for sheriff!

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by Lindel Fields I started my day today in a deer blind in the far northeast corner of the in-law’s farm. I enjoy hunting, but not for the same reasons I did when I was in my 20’s and 30’s.

Back then, my only goal was to harvest a whitetail buck, and I'm happy to say I did on many occasions. Today, however, I was content to sit in the stillness for five hours and think, which was a difficult task. After all, it was 26 degrees at 6 am, and my toes were numb by 7 am.

It took a while to adjust to the cold, but the stillness eventually came to me, and several hours passed as I used the precious time to reflect and think. During the silence, my mind wandered through many things. My work, health, yoga routine, where my daughter Eva will go to pre-k, my son’s senior year, and my father-in-law’s health. The cold worked its way into my bones, interrupting my reflection as I yearned for some hot coffee and thought about the warm lunch that would be waiting for me. Thankfully, I grabbed a few Christmas cookies from Pat's kitchen on my way out the door this morning. With my hunger thoughts at bay, I began to think about how blessed I am. The Thanksgiving holiday has a way of doing that to me.

As I continued to endure the cold, I began to reminisce about the first time I met the love of my life, Leigh Ann. She was so warm and listened to me intently. She made me feel like I was the most special person alive. Ten years later, she still has those beautiful characteristics. I am blessed to have Leigh Ann in my life. By this time, the loving thoughts must have helped to warm my body, because another hour had passed and my mind eventually drifted to my professional work life.

Last week, I had the most significant day of my professional career, when Tri County Tech became a recipient of a Malcolm Baldrige Award. This award was 10 years in the making, and was the topic of my reflection session at least a thousand times over those years. I am blessed to have Tri County in my life.

I am not sure if the cold finally got to me, or the lack of wildlife, or the sense of peace that brought me from my hiding place, but I emerged — and did so feeling energized. Not because I had spent 5 hours in the cold, but because I decided to let those that have blessed my life know how I much I appreciate them.

As Thanksgiving approaches, consider spending a few As the wind picked up from the north, the bitter cold minutes alone. It doesn’t have to be in the bitter cold — reminded me of a hunting trip I took to Buffalo County, a fireplace and a bottle of wine Wisconsin, in 1998. It was might do the trick. Regardless there that I met my dear friends “I began to reminisce about the first time I of where you spend your time, Drew and Al. I don't recall if I met the love of my life, Leigh Ann. She was consider those that have harvested a deer, but I do so warm and listened to me intently. She blessed your life. More imporremember the laughter of my made me feel like I was the most special tantly, consider letting them friends as we harassed each person alive. Ten years later, she still has know that they have. other around the dinner table. I those beautiful characteristics. I am blessed feel blessed to have those to have Leigh Ann in my life.”

Happy Thanksgiving. friends in my life.

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9 am, St John Catholic Church The Festival of the Nativity is a free interdenominational community Christmas event held each year in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The anchor event is a display of hundreds of nativities representing the cultures of people throughout the world. Family-friendly concerts featuring music from local churches, schools, and ensembles will be held on Saturday and Sunday. A Messiah Sing-Along will also be part of the Festival.

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Elf Jr presented by the Children’s Musical Theater 1, 2 & 3 pm, Madison Middle School Ticket are Students/Seniors $6, Adults $8. Tickets are available @ cmtonstage.com or by calling 918-336-0558.

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Bartlesville Christmas Parade 4 pm, Downtown Bartlesville Showtime's "Christmas Parade" - Float & Karaoke Christmas Carol's. Join us at BOTH this years Christmas Parade's. We will be joining the Bartlesville & Dewey's Parades with our 1st ever Christmas Karaoke Float ! See our Showtime "Events" list & Join us at ALL our scheduled Karaoke Night's to be entered into the drawing to "Join Us" ON the Float / IN the Parade !!

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First Wesleyan Possibility Performance 9 & 10:30 am, First Wesleyan Church Bartlesville Join us for our children’s choir performance at 9am and 10:30 am in the Christian Education Center Gym

Elf Jr presented by the Children’s Musical Theater 1, 2 & 3 pm, Madison Middle School

Bartlesville Choral Society/ BHS Concert 2 pm, Bartlesville Community Center

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Bruin Basketball vs Owasso 6:30 pm, Bruin Fieldhouse (G) 8 pm, Bruin Fieldhouse (B)

OKWU Wrestling vs Cowley County Dual 7 pm, OKWU Gym

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Dewey Christmas Parade 4:30 pm, Downtown Dewey 31st Annual Night-time Christmas Parade will be held at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8, this event is hosted by the Dewey Civic Association. This year's theme will be “Christmas in Dewey.”

Entries are free. Entry forms can be downloaded from the city of Dewey’s website. Santa Claus will be at the Dewey Hotel from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., to talk with the children and to hear their Christmas wish list. Each child will receive a goody bag filled with treats.

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Dec 1-30, 6-10 pm Fantasy Land of Lights is an annual, drive-through Christmas light display at Johnstone Park. Be sure to visit so you can see what is new this year!

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Dec 1 - 23; 5-9 pm A wonderful holiday tradition returns again this year at Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve with the spectacular Wonderland of Lights. The grounds and buildings of Woolaroc will be covered with over 750,000 lights as the historic ranch transforms itself into a magical winter wonderland!

6 pm, OKWU Gym (W) 8 pm, OKWU Gym (M)

All City Winter Orchestra Concert 7:30 pm, BHS Fine Arts Center

Bruin Basketball vs Bixby 6:30 pm, Bruin Fieldhouse (G) 8 pm, Bruin Fieldhouse (B)

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Sat, Dec 1

2 PM

5 PM

5:30 PM

9 AM

31st Annual Bartlesville Motorcycle Toy Run

Survivor/Fighter Holiday Dinner

Bartlesville Festival of the Nativity

Hopestone Cancer Support Center

Tuna Does Vegas a Dinner Theatre Event

Big Lots Parking Lot

St. John Catholic School

206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Heritage Theatre CafĂŠ & Pub

3005 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

121 W. 8th St.

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

All street legal motorcycles and riders are welcome. Riders are to bring new unwrapped toys for all ages. Parade will leave at 2 pm and travel west on Frank Phillips to Bucy. Toys will be dropped off at the Salvation Army to be distributed to area children in need. A free hot meal will be served to the riders at the end of the parade. If you don't ride a motorcycle but would like to help the kids please bring new unwrapped toys to put in the Toy Run truck and see the bikes. Santa will be there on his sled, bring your kids and camera. For more information or to order Toy Run T-shirts call Amber at 918-3970135. Proceeds from shirt sales go to purchase more toys!!

1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd.

Free Family Concert

The Festival of the Nativity is a free interdenominational community Christmas event held each year. The anchor of the event is a display of hundreds of nativities representing the cultures of people throughout the world. Family-friendly concerts featuring music from local churches, schools, and ensembles will be held on Saturday and Sunday. A Messiah Sing-Along will also be part of the Festival.

10 AM

Woolaroc Animal Barn Open for Winter Hours through Dec. 23

The Animal Barn will be open weekends only, through Dec. 23 The barn will be open 10 am until 5 pm.

Art of the Tree Exhibition Price Tower Arts Center 510 S. Dewey Ave. Celebrate the holidays at Price Tower Arts Center with an exhibition of festive Christmas trees decorated and sponsored by local non-profit organizations, businesses, and individuals.

Survivors/Warriors and their families are invited to join Hopestone Cancer Center for a traditional holiday dinner prepared by the Distinguished Young Women Program. Following dinner, you can watch the Bartlesville Christmas Parade from the warm & cozy 2nd floor. Activities will be provided. Call 918-876-1709 for info.

6 PM Johnstone Park Presented by Rotary Bartlesville Daybreak Club, Fantasy Land of Lights is an annual, drive-through Christmas light display at Johnstone Park in Bartlesville, has become a holiday tradition. With the help of generous donations from the public, Fantasy Land of Lights continues to grow each year. There is no admission fee. The displays will be available to the public until Dec. 30.

715 S. Johnstone Ave.

3 PM

Elf Jr. Presented by Children’s Musical Theater Madison Middle School 5900 Baylor Dr. Tickets are $8 for adults, and $6 for students and seniors. Order online at cmtonstage.com or by calling 918-3360558.

3:30 PM

Live Nativity St. John Catholic School Outdoor Amphitheatre 816 S. Keeler Ave.

This is number four in the series Greater Tuna. Directed by Joe Sears. Tickets are 42.00 which includes show, dinner, dessert and nonalcoholic beverage.

Doors open at 5:30 pm for dinner service and the show starts at 7 pm.

Fantasy Land of Lights

St. John Catholic Church

The entire community is invited to join in the celebration with this free, familyfriendly concert. Featuring music from local churches, schools and ensembles.

306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey

Christmas in the Ville Continues Downtown Depot

Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Road The grounds & buildings of Woolaroc will be covered with over 750,000 lights as the historic ranch transforms itself into a magical winter wonderland! The lights will be on every Friday-Sunday, until Dec. 23. Cost is $6 for adults, $1 for children, & ages 3-under is free. Again this year, the main drive to the campus will be reversed, allowing guests to see the buildings across from Clyde Lake, outlined in lights. In addition to the lights, you can enjoy wagon rides, live entertainment, Santa Claus in the Museum, hot cider/hot chocolate & cookies for sale in the Lodge. The displays will be available until Dec. 23.

201 SW Keeler Ave. Hosted by the Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce, enjoy holiday fun on an Ice Rink, Fridays - Sundays from 6-10 pm, until Jan. 5. $10 Admission Includes: skates & coupon book of savings at the Family Festival. Events include live entertainment, yard games on south lawn, photos with Santa by the train, carriage rides through downtown, movies in the park, a live nativity on select nights, strolling Dickens carolers, surprise Christmas character sightings, ice skating lessons are available. For a schedule of events & times, follow Bartlesville Christmas in the Ville on Facebook.

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EVENTS CALENDAR 6:30 PM

3 PM

7:30 PM

5:30 PM

Bartlesville Annual Christmas Parade

Elf Jr. Presented by Children’s Musical Theater

Marc Broussard Christmas Bartlesville Community Center

31st Annual Night-Time Christmas Parade & Visit with Santa in Dewey

Downtown Bartlesville

Madison Middle School

300 SE Adams Blvd.

Downtown Dewey

Sponsored by the Bartlesville Kiwanis Club. Parade route: Parade will depart Phillips parking lot and head East on Frank Phillips to Osage Ave, South on Osage to 6th Street, West on 6th to Armstrong, South on Armstrong to Adams Blvd, West on Adams to Phillips Parking lot. For additional information, visit www.bartlesvillechristmas.org.

5900 Baylor Dr.

8:30 PM

510 S. Dewey Ave.

Tue, Dec 4 6:30 PM

Bartlesville Art Association Christmas Party Price Tower Arts Center

110 SW Frank Phillips Blvd.

Thu, Dec 6

Live Music with Matt Sanders

1:30 PM

Sun, Dec 2

Nutrition & Herb Study Group

9 AM

206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Bartlesville Festival of the Nativity 121 W. 8th St.

This group will study the uses, both medical & everyday, of different herbs & good nutritional practices.

See Dec. 1 event for more info.

7 PM

Hopestone Cancer Support Center

St. John Catholic School

31st Annual Night-time Christmas Parade is hosted by the Dewey Civic Association. This year's theme will be “Christmas in Dewey.” Entries are free.

Entry forms can be downloaded from the city of Dewey’s website. Santa Claus will be at the Dewey Hotel from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Each child will receiver a goody bag filled with treats. For more information, contact Cassie at the Dewey City Hall, 918-534-2272.

9 PM

Open Mic with Josh Wright Painted Horse Bar & Grille

415 SE Dewey Ave.

Marc Broussard is an artist with a unique gift of channeling the spirits of classic R&B, rock and soul into contemporary terms. His father, Louisiana Hall of Fame guitarist of “The Boogie Kings”, nurtured Marc’s musical gifts at an early age, and gave Marc the opportunity to practice his craft consistently. Tickets are $15-25 and can be purchased at www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com

See Dec. 1 event for more info.

Solo Club

7 PM

408 E. 2nd St.

Christmas Dance Spectacular Presented by Art of Motion

Sat, Dec 8

Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

9 AM

Enjoy an evening of dance celebrating everything Christmas. The Art of Motion dancers kick your holiday into overdrive.

This festive performance includes ballet, tap, jazz & music theater pieces to all your favorite Christmas music. Visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com for more information.

Chili Run 3 Mile Run Richard Kane YMCA 101 N. Osage Ave.

Caney Kansas Christmas Parade Downtown Caney, Kansas 6th & High Streets The Caney Valley Historical Society is partnering with the Caney Fire Department to host the Caney Christmas parade! Santa will see children at the Sandstone Event Center at 4th & State after the parade. Bartlesville area citizens and businesses are invited to participate.

3 Mile Tatur Timed race supporting YMCA Scholarship Programs. Running

by Fantasyland Lights and Christmas in the Ville.

To sign up, visit runsignup.com/bartlesvilleymcachilirun.

The Living Christmas Tree First Baptist Church of Bartlesville 405 S. Cherokee Ave. First Baptist Church is offering the event free to the public.

Improv Night Heritage Theatre Café & Pub 306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey

Fri, Dec 7

1 PM

The Comedy Clinic. $10 admission.

9 AM

Tuna Does Vegas a Dinner Theatre Event

Caregiver Support Group

Heritage Theatre Café & Pub

Hopestone Cancer Support Center

10 AM

306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey

206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Christkindl Market (German for Christmas Market)

This is number four in the series Greater Tuna. Directed by Joe Sears. Tickets are 42.00 which includes show, dinner, dessert, and nonalcoholic beverage.

Doors open at 1 pm for dinner service and the show starts at 3 pm.

All Caregivers are welcome.

OKM Music

10 AM

415 SE Dewey Ave.

Christmas in Bartlesville

2 PM

Board one of Elder Care’s vans and make the short drive over to the Festival of the Nativity held at Father Lynch Hall.

This festival showcases hundreds of nativities representing cultures throughout the world. Then enjoy lunch at Price Tower and see the Art of the Tree display.

Cost is $38 per person.

The street in front of OKM Music will be transformed into a whimsical European Christmas market. OKM’s Christkindl Market (the german word for Christmas market) was a huge success last year.

Falling snow, Belgium waffles, Gluhwein (German mulled wine), Nikolo (St. Nicholas), Christmas carolers, and more.

For information visit https://okmusic.com.

A Choral Society Christmas Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Adams Blvd.

Presented by the Bartlesville Choral Society, Daniel Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata and John Rutter’s Gloria will serve as bookends for a Choral Society Christmas. Also appearing will be the Bartlesville High School Choir. The concert will also contain some old Holiday favorites, directed by Mark Beckwith.

8:30 PM

Elder Care 1223 Swan Dr.

Heritage Theatre Café & Pub 306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey Steven Spielberg’s The Color Purple.

Sun, Dec 9

5 PM

2 PM

Santa & Mrs. Claus at Frank Phillips Historic Home Frank Phillips Home 1107 Cherokee Ave. Santa & Mrs. Claus will be on the grounds until 4 pm. At 3:30 is the 10th Annual Tuba Christmas. The home will not be open.

101 N. Osage Ave. 1 Mile Walk/Run supporting YMCA Scholarships. 6pm Chili CookOff at the Y. $5 a bowl (Racers eat for free).To sign up for this event, visit us online at runsignup.com/bartlesvilleymcachilirun.

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Chili Run 1 Mile Run

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Richard Kane YMCA

7 PM

Bartlesville Film Society Movie Night

Saturday

Karaoke

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EVENTS CALENDAR 6 PM

Christmas in the USA First Baptist Church of Bartlesville 405 S. Cherokee Ave. First Baptist Church invites the public to the free event, featuring 80 voices, orchestra & lighting.

6:30 PM

Messiah Sing-Along First Presbyterian Church 505 S. Dewey Ave. This event is free to the public, and music will be provided for those who do not have their own score.

Fri, Dec 14 8:30 PM

Live Music with Ryan Hutchens Solo Club 408 E. 2nd St.

Sat, Dec 15 3 PM & 6 PM

2201 Silver Lake Rd.

Blue Star Mothers Bartlesville

7:30 PM

Women’s Cancer Support Group

The Nutcracker Presented by the Bartlesville Civic Ballet

6:30 PM

Evening Tours at Frank Phillips Historic Home Frank Phillips Home 1107 Cherokee Ave. Enjoy a tour of the historic Frank Phillips Home. Tours until 8:30 pm. Cost is $5 per person.

Thu, Dec 13

Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

This amazing performance combines the remarkable talent of local dancers and professional artists - most of which have performed for some of the finest ballet companies in the US & abroad. Enhance your holiday by enjoying this amazing Christmas tradition. For tickets call the Bartlesville Community Center at 918336-2787.

8:30 PM

Live Music with Mike Colaw Painted Horse Bar & Grille 110 SW Frank Phillips Blvd.

8:30 PM Elder Care 1223 Swan Dr. Free social evening with live entertainment, food, and giveaways. The event is open to anyone in the community over the age of 60. No RSVP is required.

7 PM

Falling in Love with Christmas with Grady Nichols, Andy Chrisman & Kelly Ford

Free exhibition admission featuring themed crafts that highlight the exhibition or the season. Crafts will engage children and youth into an educational, & artistic experience in the gallery of the Price Tower Arts Center. We encourage parents and grandparents to take advantage of these family events designed to inspire a celebration of the arts.

Saxophonist Grady Nichols, vocalist Andy Chrisman (formerly of national touring Contemporary Christian group 4 Him), and acclaimed tenor Kelly Ford are set to headline Christmas shows to benefit ALS Patient Services Outreach. For info or to order tickets, visit www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.

Thu, Dec 20

Hopestone Cancer Support Center 206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Sat, Dec 22 9 AM

Breakfast with Santa Heritage Theatre Café & Pub 306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey 7 PM

Theatre Night Heritage Theatre Café & Pub 306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey Christmas Chaos. $18 admission.

8:30 PM

Live Music with Monica Taylor Painted Horse Bar & Grille 110 SW Frank Phillips Blvd.

Tue, Dec 25

Fri, Dec 28 8 PM Heritage Theatre Café & Pub 306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey $8 admission.

8:30 PM

Live Music with Dan Martin Solo Club

5 PM

Mon, Dec 31

Parkinson’s Support Group Elder Care 1223 Swan Dr.

Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Fri, Dec 21

3 PM

408 E. 2nd St.

This group will study the uses, both medical & everyday, of different herbs & good nutritional practices.

The Nutcracker Presented by the Bartlesville Civic Ballet

See Dec. 15 event for more info.

Solo Club

Pre New Year’s with Infinity

Our Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly & is open to those with Parkinson’s disease & their families. Guest speakers, break-out sessions & socialization. Please call 918-336-8500 for more information.

2 PM

9 PM

Live Music with Jesse Weaver

Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Nutrition & Herb Study Group

Free Family Funday

Golden Hour

Military moms & supporters of deployed or discharged military meet for support, volunteer sign-ups, fundraising,donation drives & fellowship over snacks. Call 918-337-2213 for more information, or email bvlbluestars.org.

1 PM Price Tower 510 S. Dewey Ave.

These monthly meetings provide information on Parkinson’s & various considerations regarding dealing with the effects from the disease from a caregiver’s perspective. For more information, call Support Group Leader, Rudy Geissler at 918-766-2996.

1009 Leisure Lane Bldg C (by flag pole)

1:30 PM

6 PM

3500 E. Frank Phillips Blvd.

B’Ville Assisted Living Center Apts

Sun, Dec 16

APDA Parkinson's Caregivers Support Group Meeting Jane Phillips Medical Center Lower Level Classroom

Tue, Dec 18 6:30 PM

5:30 PM

For all women currently in treatment, newly diagnosed, & all survivors. Join us to receive support from those who have been on a similar journey, make friends, & share ideas. Build lasting friendships & meaningful relationships. The second & fourth Tuesday of each month.

Celebrate Kurt Maurer’s new book: Art of a Life, featuring the unique life story & original artwork. Free wine & hors d’oeuvres. Ends at 6 PM.

Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Tue, Dec 11

206 SE Frank Phillips Blvd.

Price Tower 15th Floor 510 S. Dewey Ave.

Christmas: More than a Story

Join Stage Art Dancers from ages 2 adult as we celebrate the True Meaning of Christmas through dance. Call Stage Art Dance 918-333-7270 for tickets.

Hopestone Cancer Support Center

Art of a Life Book Release Party & Art Show

408 E. 2nd St.

9 PM

Olive Drop Price Tower 510 S. Dewey Ave. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Price Tower!

Say goodbye to 2018 with a night filled with glitz, champagne, and music.

Countdown to the New Year at midnight as the famous olive drops from the top of Price Tower.

7 PM

8:30 PM

Bartlesville Film Society Movie Night Heritage Theatre Café & Pub

New Year’s Eve Party with the Travis Fite Band

306 E. Don Tyler Ave., Dewey

Painted Horse Bar & Grille 110 SW Frank Phillips Blvd.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

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EVENTS 2nd Street Flat 118 A W. 2nd St.

MONDAY

11 AM

4 PM

9 AM

Preschooler Storytime

Throwback Dance Fitness

Yoga & Meditation

Bartlesville Public Library

Tri County Tech

Bliss Studio

Wednesday Worship

Zumba

1 PM

10 AM

Open Studio

Citizenship Class

Price Tower Design Center

Bartlesville Public Library 5 PM

130 S. Cherokee Ave.

5:30 PM

Bartlesville Art Association

Bartlesville Public Library

Price Tower Design Center 500 S. Dewey Ave.

6 PM

Yoga & Meditation Bartlesville Artisan Market Washington Park Mall 2350 SE Washington Blvd.

Bliss Studio

TUESDAY

REFIT Bartlesville Public Library

Bliss Studio

WW Wellness Workshop Bartlesville Community Center 7 PM

Nightshift Karaoke Osage Casino

Vinyasa Yoga 2nd Street Flat

Citizenship Class Bartlesville Public Library 8 PM

Bartlesville Amateur Radio Club Club repeater at 146.655. PL tone of 88.5 required

9 PM

Angelo’s Karaoke (21+) Angelo’s Tavern

FRIDAY 9 AM

Yoga & Meditation Bliss Studio

8 AM

9 PM

Bartlesville Public Library

Yoga & Meditation

Karaoke

10 AM

600 S. Johnstone Ave.

Bliss Studio

Solo Club

Fine Art Class

Bartlesville Weight Watchers

Fine Art Class

Bartlesville Community Center 300 SE Adams Blvd.

BAA Price Tower Design Center

8 AM

Eat Healthy, Be Active

Caregiver Support Group

Yoga & Meditation

Bartlesville Public Library

Bartlesville Yoga

Elder Care

Bliss Studio

Men’s Bible Study

4 PM

9 AM

Sterling’s Grille

Throwback Dance Fitness

Throwback Dance Fitness

Tri County Tech

Tri County Tech

10 AM

MON/THURS: Bartlesville Civic Ballet Studio, 110 W. 2nd TUES: Hillcrest Country Club, 1901 Price Road

Bliss Studio

6 PM

319 S. Dewey St, Ste. 100 Inside Curbside Closet

Prana Vinyasa Flow Yoga Hillcrest Country Club

Yoga & Meditation Elder Care 1223 Swan Dr.

Osage Casino 222 Allen Road

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

6101 SE Nowata Road

Johnstone/Sare Bldg. - 3rd Floor

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9:30 AM

9 PM

Prana Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Live Music

Bartleville Civic Ballet Studio

Solo Club

Bartlesville Public Library

Osage Casino

Bliss Studio

ESL Conversion Class Bartlesville Public Library

SATURDAY

Tuesday Trivia Painted Horse Bar & Grill

WW Wellness Workshop

Darts

Bartlesville Community Center

Solo Club

Preschooler Storytime

WCSPCA Adoption Event Petco

Bartlesville Public Library 12 PM

Bliss Studio

Upper Room Noon Worship Service

9 AM

Johnstone/Sare Bldg. - 3rd Floor

Tapestry Weaving Class

10 AM

Bartlesville Artisan Market Washington Park Mall

11 AM

Yoga & Meditation

Price Tower Design Center

Upper Room Noon Worship Service

Starbucks

Babies & Toddlers Storytime

7 PM

9 AM

Tri County Tech

6 PM

Deaf Coffee Chat

9 PM

WEDNESDAY 408 E. 2nd St.

12 PM

Live Music

110 SW Frank Phillips Blvd.

Solo Club

Price Tower Design Center

THURSDAY

10 AM

Bliss Studio

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6 PM

2nd Street Flat

Spanish Class

6 PM

Yoga & Meditation

Tri County Tech

Vinyasa Yoga Angelo’s Tavern

K-Life Building, 107 E Frank Phillips

7 PM

Gentle Stretch Yoga 2nd Street Flat

SUNDAY

1 PM

7 PM

All-Ages Storytime

Gentle Stretch Yoga 2nd Street Flat

10 AM

Bartlesville Public Library

Babies & Toddlers Storytime

Beginning Watercolor Art Class

Bartlesville Public Library

Price Tower Design Center

A GOOD WORD

Silent Nights

by Rev. Dr. Darryl Wootten My grandmother’s favorite Christmas carol was “Silent Night.” I can still close my eyes and hear her frail voice singing the sacred lyrics to that old hymn. The song tells the story of the night that changed history — the first Christmas. However, to understand Christmas, you must understand that there were many silent nights.

Because of their disobedience, the nation of Israel knew of heartache, war, and despair. However, God had promised the Israelites a Redeemer. Many prophets in the Old Testament spoke of this Redeemer who would bring hope and peace. Finally, the last prophet died and Israel experienced a long journey of silence. Four hundred years passed before the beginning of the New Testament, which introduces us to the Christmas Story. Biblical scholars refer to these four centuries as the “400 years of silence.”

The silence divided the Jewish leaders into the conservative Pharisees and the liberal Sadducees. Religion seemed to be more focused on political maneuvering with the Romans than holy consecration with God. Confusion reigned where peace was promised.

During these years, Israel experienced many defeats.

They fell to the Greeks, the Egyptians, the Syrians, and, finally, to the Romans. When would the promise of hope be fulfilled? Generations of Israelites must have been deafened by the silence. Where was God? Why was He not speaking? This was not one silent night. This was 400 years of silent nights. More than 146,000 silent nights.

Does this sound familiar? Perhaps your life once glistened with hopes and dreams of the future. As an adolescent, you knew that your life would count for something good and positive. Perhaps that spark was extinguished by a storm of loss, heartache, or betrayal.

Through the trials of life, days of hope often turn into nights of loneliness.

The hope of the world did not appear in a political palace, or at a royal festival. The promised Messiah was born in a lowly stable, among lowly animals, and placed in a lowly manger. It must have been a lonely and silent night for Mary and Joseph. The silence would soon be shattered, though.

The angels broke the silence with a heavenly proclamation.

“I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior — yes, the Messiah, the Lord — has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! And you

Rev. Dr. Darryl Wootten is the Pastor of Spirit Church.

will recognize him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger.” Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others — the armies of heaven — praising God and saying, “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” (Luke 2:10-14) Hope was born.

Silence ended.

Peace came to earth.

If your life is filled with silent nights and lonely days, know that there is a Christmas gift just for you. The best Christmas gift is not wrapped with shiny paper or sparkly ribbons. The best Christmas gift comes when you allow God to give you peace in the deepest part of your heart.

God’s only Son, Jesus Christ, came to this earth from heaven; lived a perfect life; touched the least, the last and the lost; and died for you. He loves you that much. He is knocking at the door of your heart today. Would you let Him in? Would you say yes to Him? When you say yes to this Christmas gift, the peace of God provided by the original “Silent Night” will become yours.

May you have a Merry Christmas!

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Cleo Lewis

by Kelsey Walker The jolly old soul known as “Cotton Boll” will long be remembered for his portrayal of Santa Claus – with a genuine flowing white beard – as his rumbling yellow three-wheel motorcycle lead the annual Motorcycle Toy Run through Bartlesville.

Lifelong Bartlesville resident Cleo “Cotton Boll” Lewis, 79, was killed Aug. 18, in a hit-and-run accident in downtown Bartlesville. Family and friends gathered on Oct. 15, what would have been his 80th birthday, to release 80 balloons at his gravesite.

Lewis was well-known for his outgoing disposition, jokester personality, and caring attitude – and the familiar yellow trike he had ridden around town for two decades.

Cleo “Cotton Boll” Lewis surrounded by family when he was honored in a ceremony at a Bartlesville Bruin football game.

Lewis, an Army National Guard veteran, worked for Reda Pump for nearly 40 years before retiring in 1999. This gave him ample time to spend with his grandkids – and he insisted they be dropped off at his house every day. His children, Ed and Deborah, said Lewis kept the grandkids busy outdoors – riding bikes, blackberry picking, traipsing along to the grocery store, and taking the occasional nap.

Toy Run founder Martie Halter said Lewis had been participating in the event since its inception, more than 30 years ago.

He donned the red suit of Santa Claus for the event for a decade.

Lewis loved kids and would happily take photos, chat with youngsters, and hand More than 500 people turned out for out candy before each parade.

Lewis’ funeral in August to pay their respects to the man who spent his final “Every year I would call him, when I was putting things together, and say, trike ride blessing others. It was something he did a few times a week – delivering ‘Well?’” she recalled. “And he’d say, ‘You food from his garden to friends, relatives, keep telling me I have this job as long as neighbors, and nonprofit organizations I want it, and I still want it.’ He loved it such as Agape Mission. and looked forward to it.”

Longtime friend and co-worker Charlie LaRue described his former Reda Pump supervisor as always happy and always fair.

“I couldn’t have asked for a better supervisor,” LaRue said.

“He was willing to listen to any problem you had.”

Lewis was well-known for his yellow trike, and was a proud member of Brothers of the Third Wheel. His family recalled that he had “terrible balance” and couldn’t ride a bicycle, which kept him from owning a motorcycle. And then he found the yellow trike advertised in Caney, Kansas, in 1995.

“He worked on it and polished it for weeks before he ever rode it,” LaRue said. “Once he rode it, he just fell in love with it. You’d see him all over town, no matter what season it was – he just loved to ride. You’d never see him doing anything that he didn’t have a smile on his face.”

New Harmony Baptist Church pastor, the Rev. Lonnie Hoelscher, said “Cotton Boll” was small in stature, but larger than life. Hoelscher reflected that Lewis affected everybody in a positive way.

“He was an encourager, someone who showed genuine concern, not just for their wellbeing, but also for their family and friends,” Hoelscher said. “He really took the time to visit with you and get to know you.”

More than 500 people turned out for Lewis’ funeral in August to pay their respects to the man who spent his final trike ride blessing others. It was something he did a few times a week – delivering food from his garden to friends, relatives, neighbors, and nonprofit organizations such as Agape.

Cleo Lewis was a permanent fixture as Santa Clause at the annual Motorcycle Toy Run. Friends and family gathered to release 80 ballons on what would have been his 80th birthday. Lewis was tragically killed earlier this year in a hit-and-run accident.

“Everywhere he went, he was always looking for how he could help others,” Hoelscher said.

“Cotton Boll” is survived by his wife, Lois, two children, nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

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OKM Music: Bringing Harmony to the Community Music is a natural resource for uniting communities. Whether attending a concert, a social event, or driving in the car with family; music creates an emotional connection. OKM Music is celebrating 35 seasons of bringing Bartlesville together through music. Over that time, OKM Music has expanded from being just a week-long summer festival to year-round programming. In addition to the beloved annual festival featuring world class artists, OKM also hosts Oktoberfest, Christkindl Market, wine tasting & music experience, dinner and a musical movie series, pop-up concerts, and children’s programming.

OKM Music has dramatically increased its music education programming, which is vital to a child’s overall development.

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December 1, OKM Music is launching its first ever “Putting the U in OKM Music” campaign! With this campaign, local residents will be able to vote for their favorite artist for the upcoming 2019 festival. Once the community decides on an artist, we will all work together to get that artist here by pre-concert ticket purchasing, or simply donating funds to make it happen.

“Often, it is through our patrons that we bring wonderfully talented artists to our festival and pop-concerts. So what better way to garner enthusiasm for the festival than getting the community completely involved in selecting the artist(s),” said Mary Lynn Mihm, OKM Music Chairwoman. “Check out our Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Website starting December 1 and get involved!”

As the holidays approach, join OKM Music for its second annual enchanting Christkindl Market, December 8 from 10am - 8pm. The festival will be held along Dewey Avenue, between 4th & 5th Streets. While shopping at the specialty gift booths, sip traditional holiday mulled wine, as well as apple cider, hot chocolate, beer, and wine. Delicious food such as Bavarian goulash, sausage soup, bratwurst, schnitzel, strudel, cookies, soft pretzels, cinnamon rolls and more will be prepared and offered by some of our local favorites. Those include Price’s Meat Market, The Rolling Pin and Cakes by Lissa.

“Be sure to bring the kids to make sensory snowflake bottles and Christmas ornaments, play a snowman game, enjoy face painting, and listen to story time with St. Nicholas! The children will love the falling snow and the decorated Christmas tree,” said Mihm.

The StoneLion Puppet Theater from Kansas City will be performing Snow at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Ambler Hall. This is a must-see event for the whole family! Families can also enjoy live music performances by Children’s Music Theatre, Everett Music Studio, Bartlesville High School Jazz Choir, and Brent Gidden’s Band playing an Elvis Christmas.

Tickets for Christkindl Market may be purchased at the gate, online at www.okmmusic.org, or by calling the OKM Office, 918336-9900.

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She spotted a unique piece of holiday jewelry, a sparkling red and green “Jingle” lapel pin, complete with tiny dangling jingle bells. She immediately bought it and wore it for the entire Christmas season, only to forget to remove it from a jacket she had worn to that very last holiday party.

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She chose that very same jacket, and the jingling of the pin as it slipped off the hanger was a joyful reminder of the season just past.

She became inspired to write The Jingle Factor book series, which she hoped would help readers get — and give — that spirit, that “jingle,” that is Christmas. And keep it in their lives ALL year long, not just in December.

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“I wanted to write a book that was entertaining, funny yet insightful, but also a way I could thank those special people who have “jingle-ized” my life. My writing style is a mashup of Irma Bombeck and Miss Piggy,” Brumm said.

A native of Bartlesville, the author is donating a percentage of book sales from both books to the Bartlesville Kiddie Park, a non-profit that has given its own special brand of jingle to children for nearly 70 years. Mr. Ron D. Adams, executive director of the park, graces the cover of both books. For more information on these books, visit online at adgenieoftulsa.com/landing, amazon.com or facebook.com/stilljinglin. For more information on the Bartlesville Kiddie Park, visit kiddiepark.net.

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COMMUNITY

Christmas in the ‘Ville Popular Downtown Festival Back for a Second Year

The Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce, along with festival sponsor Sutterfield Financial Group, Inc., are excited to announce they will be bringing back Christmas in the ‘Ville for a second year. This month-long festival features a real ice skating rink in the north parking lot of the Chamber of Commerce, which is located in the old train depot at 201 SW Keeler, in downtown Bartlesville.

from 1 - 9 pm. Once school is out on December 21, it will be open daily from 1 - 9 pm, and 1 - 4 pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. The rink will be closed Christmas day. The rink is also available for private parties MondayThursday evenings.

A complete calendar with more specific details can be found at www.bartlesville.com.

from last year’s festival, and with help from a committee this year, we are expanding our activities to bring even more fun options for all ages to this year’s festival. We want to bring something fun to the community, but also draw people here for a day of shopping, eating, and spending some quality family time. One of our Chamber goals is to support our local economy and help drive people to our local businesses.”

“This second year will usher in many “It is our goal to create a familynew additions to make the festival even Admission to skate is $10 and friendly, old-fashioned Christmas more merry and bright,” said Chamber includes skates and unlimited skating atmosphere in the heart of downtown,” President/CEO Sherri Wilt. “We will have time. Most of the other activities, except Wilt said. “We had such great feedback additional lighting in the carriage rides and park, an 18-foot-tall hayrides, are free, so Christmas tree, and a families can spend time Christmas in the ‘Ville Activities giant walk-through ornatogether and create spe• Live entertainment at the south lawn gazebo every Friday from 6-8 pm ment. Also, we will have cial holiday memories.

• Mistletoe Market featuring over 25 vendors with unique handcrafted items every Saturday many new décor sur“We hope the community from 1-4 p.m. around the gazebo • Special children’s activities Saturdays from 1-3 pm prises in store for visitors will slip on out and enjoy • Family skate time reserved for kids 10-under with a parent Fridays 3:30-5:30 pm to this year’s festival.” some frosty family fun on • Carriage rides through downtown during all open hours Bartlesville’s own ice rink,” • Hayrides through Johnstone Park on Saturday evenings The rink opens to the Wilt said.

• Christmas movies in the park on the north lawn every Friday-Sunday evening public November 30, and • Meet your favorite “Frozen” and “Star Wars” characters during special weekends will be open every Friday For additional infor• Photos with Santa at sleigh by train every Saturday 1-3 p.m. from 6 - 9 pm, and every mation please visit • Santa and Mrs. Claus roaming during many of the public hours Saturday and Sunday www.bartlesville.com.

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by Lori Just Just a half block from the main street in Pawhuska sits the gothic-style brick Immaculate Conception Church, on the east side of Lynn Avenue. This unassuming church, with its cornerstone laid in 1910 when the Osage Nation was becoming the richest group of people on Earth, has stainedglass windows made in Germany.

Today it serves mass to a congregation of 150, but it has a rich history in Osage County.

“The original Osage parish started in 1887,” said Pam Carter, tour guide and parishioner. “The first church was burned by unknown reasons, and the next church was flooded. They outgrew the third one and now this is their fourth church, and it has stayed preserved ever since.”

Built by the priest and parishioners, the church was completed in 1916 but had to wait several years before installing the “priceless” stained-glass windows.

“The windows came from the Bavarian Arts Company in Munich, Germany,” said Carter. “They were commissioned by the parish to have a scene featuring Osage Indians. They had to receive special permission by the Pope in the Vatican to have them made. Most windows depict biblical stories or holy families. These ‘one-of-a-kind’ windows met the criteria, as it depicts the birth of faith among the Osage.”

One famous window, titled “Osage Windo,w” and its sibling have an interesting past. While they were commissioned, World War I broke out in Europe, so they were unable to ship them upon completion. Instead, they were buried in the sand banks along a riverbed in Germany to avoid damage from dropped bombs. In 1925, these gold-flaked painted 9’ by 36’ tall beauties made their sail across the Atlantic and were installed in the Pawhuska sanctuary.

“The craftsmanship on these windows is truly brilliant,” added Carter.

“The blues and reds are vibran,t and painted with incredible detail.”

The Osage Window in the north transept portrays early missionary Father John Schoenmakers, who established a permanent mission among the Osage people. He is shown with a gathering of Osage in traditional dress. The subjects include Chief Bacon Rind; his wife, Julia; Chief Saucy Calf; two girls in dance attire; and interpreter Arthur Bonnicastle and his wife. Atop this scene is the holy family.

“I came to Pawhuska three years ago and had never been here before to learn the history,” said Father Sean Donovan. “Our congregation and many of our tour guides can tell personal stories of their families in each window. Unlike me, when I give tours, I offer history and theology. Our parishioners like to sit next to their family window during mass.”

Opposite the Osage Window is the Columbus Window, in the south transept. Also a dual image, this window depicts Christopher Columbus’ first encounter with the native people of the Americas, and the Pentecost above it representing the fulfillment of faith coming to the New World.

The remaining windows along the sanctuary at Immaculate Conception depict Christ, St. Peter, St. John and the four apostles in a highly detailed and theologically rich way. These were made in the United States and were added in the early 1920s. The statues and altars have remained all original, and were made by an Italian craftsman company; Daprato Rigali Studios. Last year, the church commissioned them again for a statue of St. Katharine Drexel, who dedicated herself to work among the American Indians and African-Americans in the western and southwestern United States.

The rest of the design, according to Father Donovan, has many Osage elements that make it even more unique.

These range from custom framework to resemble traditional Osage ribbon work, to arches with details that resemble stitching, to the tops of the altar made with Pendleton fabric.

Immaculate Conception, known by many as the Cathedral of the Osage, continues its ministry to the people and serves daily lunches from Tuesday through Friday, to a crowd of up to 40.

Confession & Adoration are also held on those days at 5:15 p.m., followed by weekday Mass at 6:15 p.m. On Sundays, Confession is at 8:30 a.m. and Mass at 9:00 a.m.

With the recent boost in tourism in the area, tours are offered Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. by volunteers. Please call 918287-1414 to schedule a day and time.

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GIVING BACK

Little Boxes . . . Big Blessings Local Youth to Receive Shoe Box Blessings from My REFUGE Ministries Girls and boys, from infants to age 17, will get a nice surprise on Saturday, December 15. Volunteers from My REFUGE, a local ministry for at-risk youth in Bartlesville and Dewey, will be out delivering shoe boxes stuffed with Christmas gifts, just for them. This year marks the 10th that My REFUGE has delivered the Shoe Box Blessings.

Last year, nearly 850 area youngsters received Shoe Boxes of age- and gender-appropriate gifts.

Shoe Boxes typically consist of toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap) winter clothing (hats, scarves, gloves, socks), and a host of small toys (cars, jump ropes, dolls, yo-yos, coloring and activity books), as well as writing materials (pens, pencils, journals, markers, and crayons).

Volunteers delivering the boxes have the opportunity to pray with the families of the children who receive them.

Shoe Boxes are delivered to primarily low-income homes and apartments in Bartlesville and Dewey. This year, My REFUGE expects to deliver Shoe Box Blessings to approximately 850-1000 children, and will also pack boxes for infants up to 2 years old, as the need in this age group has grown over the past few years.

Shoe box packing and wrapping will take place December 10 and 11, from 6 pm to approximately 8:45 pm, at Bartlesville Southern Baptist Church, 5111 Nowata Road, in Bartlesville. The public is invited to bring wrapMy REFUGE Ministries will be handing out Shoe Box Blessings this holiday season. Area youngsters in Dewey and Bartlesville will ping paper and small gifts, and to help pack boxes for the receive the gifts. Volunteers are needed! Contact My REFUGE. Shoe Box Blessings. If you can’t be present to help with wrapping and packing boxes, donations are always welcome. Checks can be the past 10 years, it has been made payable to My overwhelming to see the REFUGE, P.O. Box 681, Suggested Items for Shoe Box Blessings number of people who Bartlesville, OK 74005. donate boxes, wrapping Girls Boys paper, and gifts. Then they Ken Peace, Executive • Nail Polish • Toy Cars show up to pack the boxes Director of My REFUGE, • Hair Items • Balls with gifts, wrap them, and believes that “all children • Costume Jewelry • Flashlights deliver them to the children. need to know that they are • Makeup Bags • Ball Caps It’s a wonderful event. We loved and cared for, and • Lotion/Cologne • Stickers/Decals really look forward to this Shoe Box Blessings is one every year.”

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by Tim Hudson bMonthly is happy to announce the December Teacher of the year is Wayside 5th Grade Teacher Shelly Buhlinger.

Shelly’s 30-year teaching career includes 29 in the Bartlesville Public Schools with one year in Joplin, Missouri.

After coming back to Bartlesville, she taught 8th grade mathematics at Madison Middle School for 17 years, before taking her current position at Wayside.

Q: What made you get into teaching?

A: As a little girl, I just knew I wanted to be a teacher, often setting up my own classroom using my dolls as students. After I graduated from college, I took a slight detour when I was commissioned in the Air Force and served four years on active duty. After I transferred to the Reserves/National Guard, I was able to pursue my teaching career, while also serving as an officer in the Air Force.

Q: What’s your favorite subject to teach?

A: I love teaching math and science. I taught math for seventeen years at the middle school level before transferring to elementary. Although I still love teaching math, science has become my new passion. It’s so much fun to explore the mysteries of the universe with young students.

I also enjoy teaching STEM and learning new skills along with the kids. Over the past two years, we’ve learned about computer coding through one of our Project Lead the Way modules.

Q: Give us a story where you feel like you made a difference in a kid’s life.

A: As a teacher, you always hope and pray that you are making a difference in the lives of the children that have been entrusted in your care. Sometimes you don’t know how you influenced a student until many years later.

I recently had a young woman tell me that I was one of two teachers who made a difference in her life, and another who told me I was her favorite teacher. To be honest, I think the students have made a difference in my life as well. I have been inspired by so many students that I’ve watched grow into successful, amazing adults.

You never know when you might run into a former student. One of my former 8th grade students is now my precious daughter-in-law!

Q: How do you feel people can help teachers?

A: I am so blessed to work in the Bartlesville Public School system with an incredibly supportive administration and amazing colleagues. We get tremendous support from our Bartlesville Public School Foundation, area businesses, parent support associations, as well as others in

Teacher of the Month Shelly Buhlinger, center, along with students she mentors in running, compete in the Kane Trick or Trot 5K.

the community. Earlier in the school year, with enormous support from Blair Ellis and the Bartlesville Public School Foundation, and using Run the Streets to help pave the way, we were able to start a new running mentor program for 5th graders at Wayside and Kane, called Bruins on the Run. All of our kids trained for seven weeks and conquered both the Kane Trick or Trot 5K and the Woolaroc 8K. It was a wonderful experience for both the runners and mentors.

If I were to share one thing about teaching with community and state leaders, it would be that this profession is about so much more than teacher pay. We definitely needed a teacher pay raise to help ensure our skilled teachers stay in the profession, and that talented college students pursue this career, but we also need to hire more teachers so that our classroom sizes allow us to meet the needs of ALL of our students. Our children are our future, and any investments we make in education will result in huge dividends!

Q: What teacher inspired you?

A: Over the course of my career, I have been inspired by many teachers. One teacher who inspired me the most, and who continues to inspire me, is my kindergarten teacher, Mrs Laurel Rosenthal. This past summer she was named a Missouri Pioneer in Education, having served over half a century as an educator and principal at the same elementary school in Carthage, Mo. I don’t remember many details about kindergarten, but I do remember that I adored her and that she cherished all of her students.

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TRADITIONS

Christmas à la Carte Popular Holiday Tour of Homes Helps Fund Ballet

by Maria Gus The holiday season brings as many traditions as there are lights on a Christmas tree. Some families love to decorate together, some friends host annual parties, others may cherish quiet times writing Christmas letters and sharing cheer with loved ones. Bartlesville is also full of opportunities to celebrate the season.

One long-standing tradition is the Bartlesville Civic Ballet’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. The ballet has been a part of the Bartlesville holiday scene since the 1970’s, and so has one of their best fundraisers of the year, the Christmas à la Carte home tour.

This fantastic home tour features beautiful, unique, and well-decorated homes each December. This fundraising event also includes an enchilada and baked goods sale and a Christmas store.

The home tours also began in the early 70’s as a way to help raise money. The ballet had a guild of about 130 members that formed soon after the organization was founded.

“We did plant sales, art sales, many different fundraisers,” said Kathy Zervas, long-time supporter and original member of the Bartlesville Ballet Guild. “They were good, but didn’t raise the money that we needed. So then we started this house tour, and except for a small hiatus when the Guild disbanded, it’s been going ever since.”

The home tour also includes a market that has balletand holiday-themed items such as ornaments, stocking stuffers, and home decor. Also for sale are baked items and enchiladas. “We thought people might like to have a change from traditional turkey dinners while hosting friends and family for the holidays,” adds Zervas.

Members of the Bartlesville Civic Ballet perform The Nutcracker.

Bartlesville Civic Ballet, and items from the market are also available for sale at performances of The Nutcracker.

The Bartlesville Civic Ballet board, volunteers, and homeowners all work together to decorate the homes with extra holiday flair.

Those interested in attending the Christmas à la Carte House Tour can contact the Bartlesville Civic Ballet or purchase tickets for $15 pre-tour and $20 at the door.

They are on sale at Moxie on Second, event sponsor American Heritage Bank, and The Rustic Touch In Dewey.

The Nutcracker takes place Dec. 15 at 7:30 pm. and Dec. 16 at 2 pm., at the Bartlesville Community Center.

Tickets are available for sale at the Bartlesville Community Center Box Office.

“As much a holiday tradition as eggnog and Christmas cookies, the home tour has supported The Nutcracker since 1979,” says Co-Artistic Director Katie Matney, “This Each year, the tour includes four homes in the area. year’s performance marks our 43rd full-length production Zervas cited a list of homes that have been a part of the of this classical ballet. As an organization, we would like event in the past, including houses in Hillcrest Heights to thank the community and Woodland View. and our sponsors for Homes belonging to the allowing us to keep this Silas, Bohon, and time-honored Christmas Shawna and Howard Thill • 2757 Stonewall Drive Woodin families were tradition alive.”

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HONORS

BHS Honors Hometown Heroes

by Ann-Janette Webster

Casey Jardot with family and friends as he is honored as a Hero of the Game.

High school football games have always been a community gathering place, perfect for celebrating collective spirit. So when BHS Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities Matt Hancock had the idea to launch the “Hometown Heroes” program — honoring noted veterans in our community — he knew he was onto something special.

“We wanted to recognize real people in our community who answered the call to service, and this was a great platform to do so,” said Hancock. “At BHS, we understand the sacrifice, honor, and duty it takes to ensure the

freedom that we all enjoy in life. It was time we recognized these people in our community for their selfless service.”

The “Hometown Heroes” program recognized four distinguished veterans this year, one at each of the Bruins’ home football games. The “Hero of the Game” and family enjoyed V.I.P. parking and seating, and honorees were recognized at halftime with a video and story describing their time of service.

The “Hometown Heroes” were also presented with a commemorative Bruin’s Football Jersey, courtesy of Tate Boys Tire & Service.

“The crowd loved it. It was maybe the first time I saw the middle school section quiet and standing in ovation.

In fact, standing ovations were the norm those nights. Social media erupted with pictures and feedback. It was a huge hit,” said Hancock. “Our foureterans were indeed very honored and thankful. We all enjoyed it.”

Hero of the Game Sergeant Theresa Black-Miller, now a 21-year veteran of teaching for Bartlesville Public schools, says being recognized by her students, the education community, and the people of Bartlesville was extremely humbling.

“I am proud to have served in the Marine Corps, just as proud as I am to serve my community through teaching.

I finished my service career while working at the Pentagon, and leaving was difficult because I felt privileged to work there,” said Black-Miller. “I joined the Marine Corps because I wanted to be a teacher, and once I had a classroom of my own, it seemed like I was always meant to be there. I absolutely loved being in the military, but I feel blessed to get to work with young people.”

As for the “Hometown Hero” program, Hancock says 2018 was only the beginning. Hancock and the BHS athletic staff look forward to using football games as a special platform to

James L. Green with family and friends as he is honored as a Hero of the Game.

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HONORS honor our community heroes for years to come.

“Truly, I’ve been part of a lot of really cool things during my time in this awesome district. BPS is a wonderful place,” said Hancock. “But without a doubt, this is the most important thing I have been a part of here. We have a great community and this ‘Hometown Heroes’ program just adds further proof.”

Below is a brief career history of the four 2018 Bartlesville Bruins “Hometown Heroes.”

Hero of the Game: World War II veteran Corporal James L. Green’s military career began in 1943 when his medical battalion travelled to England.

There, he assisted Medical Corp Captain Barnstein performing soldier autopsies, determining cause of death.

After the invasion, he cared for wounded D-Day veterans in Omaha Beach before going to France, where Green remained until the famous Battle of the Bulge. His medical battalion then traveled to German concentration camps, caring for those liberated by allied forces. He was honored as a WWII veteran in the Oklahoma Honor Flight to Washington D.C. in 2011.

Green, a Bartlesville resident since 1972, spends his retirement volunteering for countless community organizations.

Hero of the Game: Marine Corp Sergeant Theresa Black-Miller served in the Marines from 1976-1982. She wrapped up her storied and distinguished duty serving as an administrative assistant for the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, at the Pentagon. During that time, she witnessed a change in presidency from Jimmy Carter to Ronald Reagan, and was on staff during the historical Reagan assassination attempt. She received three letters of commendation, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Navy Achievement Medal. BlackMiller says she is currently living her dream while serving in her 21st year as a teacher in Bartlesville Public Schools.

Hero of the Game: Air Force Staff Sergeant Casey Jardot served in the Marine Corps Infantry from 2003-2011.

Theresa Black-Miller with family and friends as she is honored as a Hero of the Game.

Hugh Fraser with family and friends as he is honored as a Hero of the Game.

After deployment in 2004, he served as a gunner in a Combined Anti Armor Team (CAAT) Platoon in the Al Anbar Province of Iraq. Casey currently serves as active reserve with the 507th Security Forces Squadron out of Tinker Air Force Base. In 2017, Casey deployed to Southern Afghanistan’s Kandahar Air Base and served as a Guardian Angel. He was responsible for providing security over-watch to coalition forces and U.S. contractors while they worked with their Afghan counterparts. A few highlights of Casey’s many decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary

Medal, Nuclear Deterrence Ribbon, and the NATO Medal.

Hero of the Game: 1st Lieutenant Hugh Fraser served in the US Army, Company M, as a member of the 232nd Infantry and 42nd Rainbow Division. His tour of duty spanned the years from 1943-1945. During a fierce battle in Gambheim, Germany, Hugh pushed his men through heavy enemy fire — delivering them to safety behind friendly lines. For his heroics, Lieutenant Fraser was awarded the Bronze Star for extraordinary bravery and valor.

Fraser’s leadership in the battle saved many lives and contributed to the allied forces’ ultimate victory.

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Musselman Gives to Area Schools Local Small Business Making a Big Impact “We Live Here, We Give Here.” For Musselman Abstract, that phrase is more than just a recent company campaign; it’s a long-standing, cornerstone principle.

The Bartlesville-based small business recently donated $5,040 among 17 area school districts following a successful new campaign titled We Live Here, We Give Here. For every closing conducted by Musselman Abstract August 1st - October 31st, a portion of the proceeds was donated to that property’s local school district.

“Musselman has proudly supported community efforts for more than a century,” said Jordan Ihrig, Musselman co-owner. “We are incredibly grateful the campaign impacted our amazing local schools with this level of depth and breadth.”

Ihrig says the top contributions went to Bartlesville, Dewey, Nowata, Caney Valley, Copan and Oklahoma Union. Musselman Abstract chose to make unrestricted donations, letting the districts decide the best use for the funds.

"This campaign is a great example of how local businesses recognize the importance of investing in educa-

tion,” said Chuck McCauley, superintendent of Bartlesville Public Schools.

“Bartlesville Public Schools is grateful and appreciates Musselman Abstract Company's continued support."

"We are so grateful for our community partners like Musselman Abstract,” said Vince Vincent, superintendent of Dewey Public Schools.

“Their donation will help provide funding for classroom supplies, for special projects and for students to attend specialized field trips. Donations like this allow our teachers to expand classroom experiences for our students and they are extremely appreciative."

Musselman Abstract co-owner Drew Ihrig says, “With 16 employees

who all live in the local area, we truly are neighbors with almost every customer we see. Whether from school, church, kids’ activities or their own childhood, most customers see at least one familiar face at Musselman.

That’s the great thing about small communities.”

Founded in 1906, Musselman Abstract provides abstracting, title insurance and real estate closing services for all of Washington County and neighboring areas.

For more information about Musselman Abstract’s We Live Here, We Give Here campaign or services, please check out the website www.MusselmanAbstract.com or call 918.336.6410.

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MEETING A NEED

Building Hope Fundraising Campaign Almost Complete for Hope Clinic

by Kelsey Walker

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Hope Clinic is approaching the end of a months-long journey – and the realization of a years-long dream. The Bartlesville nonprofit is raising the final funds to construct a new facility. Local foundations, individuals and churches have given or pledged about $815,000 to the Building Hope campaign.

“Our project goal is $900,000 to build the new facility,” says Robert Wadsworth, executive director of Hope Clinic.

“Our goal is to finish raising the balance by year’s end.”

Hope Clinic was established in 2013 by individuals from the Washington Osage Baptist Association. They were seeking to spread the love of God to the community by providing quality healthcare and spiritual guidance to those in need. Today, the weekly clinic offers healthcare, prescription medication, and dental services twice monthly to individuals who lack access to these services. Donations from local churches, schools, and community members also allow Hope Clinic to provide hygiene products every week – and all of it is given free of charge.

“We are privileged to serve alongside more than 200 volunteers from across our area,” Wadsworth says. “These volunteers come together with one goal in common: to serve those that need our help; but more importantly, to share God's love with them.”

Since opening its doors, Hope Clinic has scheduled more than 3,200 appointments, filled more than 9,700 prescriptions, and administered more than 1,800 flu shots. Of the 1,340 individuals the clinic currently serves, 95

percent are uninsured, and 97 percent fall below the 125percent poverty line. The more than 200 volunteers who serve on a rotation basis represent 28 churches and seven denominations.

While the vision is big, the facility is not. Hope Clinic currently shares space with West Oak Baptist Church, at 1536 NW Sunset Blvd. Because of this arrangement, clinic hours are limited to only one night per week.

“The biggest challenge is not having our own space,” says Wadsworth. “Limited space also creates logistical challenges every week.”

Clinic supporters searched for more than a year to find a suitable alternative location for the clinic – to no avail.

Then, earlier this year, the Heiken Family Trust donated a one-acre parcel of land at 101 Sooner Road to the clinic.

The Building Hope challenge kicked off over the summer, and plans were announced for construction of a new facility, which will nearly double the size of the current space.

“The new facility will give us opportunities to meet the physical and spiritual needs of our current patients, but also allows us to add new patients,” says Wadsworth.

The new facility expands the number of exam rooms, as well as pharmacy and dental services. Wadsworth said service hours will also be expanded and clinic hours will Churches, local agencies and community be offered more than just one members can still get involved in the campaign. night per week.

Donations are tax deductible and may be mailed to Hope Clinic, P.O. Box 4025, Bartlesville, OK 74006 “Construction plans have (specify the building fund). For more information, already begun and we hope to email hopeclinicbartlesville@yahoo.com or find break ground in the spring,” Hope Clinic on Facebook.

Wadsworth said.

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Join us in our effort to help put these people to work, bringing hope and encouragement to them and their families. When you give the gift of employment through Express in Bartlesville, they will pay for the first two hours of a minimum four-hour shift. Just call our office and tell us you would like to Pay it Forward this Holiday Season!

Here’s How You Can Help 1. HIRE: Hire an Express employee during the Oct. 29th - Dec. 30th. Not only will you gain a qualified worker to help meet your needs, but that worker will earn a paycheck before the holidays.

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FUNNY YOU SHOULD ASK

Lessons Learned in 2018

by Jay Webster Hello friends. How’s your Yule tiding?

December is finally upon us. That time of year when we not only look forward to the holidays, but also start grading the closing year. We ask ourselves, “What has 2018 brought us?” “What were the highlights?” “What is a hand basket and why is it always going to hell?”

For me, personally, I think 2018 brought several “teachable moments.” I learned, wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, the answer is “Yes, things can get crazier than they are right now.” I’ve learned that no matter how fashion forward you are, that yoga pants really are just for women.

And, I’ve learned that, “No…orange is not the new black.”

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FUNNY YOU SHOULD ASK proved that again this year. I also learned, based on several conversations between her and her mother, that you really only have a few finite years when your bowel movements are solely and absolutely your own business. Aside from the brief years in the middle, there will be a great deal of public conversation about them. In other words, if you walk into a family event in which both your children and their grandparents are present, and ask out loud (to no one in particular) “Have you gone to the bathroom today?” People under ten and over sixty are all likely to answer. Sometimes with more detail than you want. There you go. Life lesson learned. (Enjoy your private years while you can.)

I’ve learned that by and large as a people group, we’ve given up on looking for truth in favor of just looking for supporting evidence for what we think truth should be. It’s a much easier way of moving forward. Searching for truth requires an open mind - and God only knows what can fly into an open mind. It means there’s a chance, albeit a small one, that you could be wrong. It means ultimately slowing down and considering another point of view. (But, honestly, who has time for all that?) It’s far more expedient to let someone tell you what to believe, and then just reinforce it daily with the same media diet. Problem solved. Haters gonna hate and truth can just wait.

I’ve learned that if you “mess with the Unicorn, you get the horn.” Apparently, 2018 was the year of the uni-horn, as in unicorns and llama-corns and narwals (whales with uni-horns)… Anything with a singular horn obviously possesses a rainbow of glittery magic that makes dreams come true. This is according to my seven year old…and I believe it. Who am I to argue? Magic is in the eye of the sparkly beholder.

And, I’ve learned in an election year, that you will gladly embrace two months of nonstop, over-the-top Christmas commercials if they’ll cleanse your eyes of six months of political ads. “Out damn spots. Out!” I’ve never been so excited to hear Mariah Carrey in all my life. (On the upside — “Campaign Promised Kept!” Coal production is way up this year in anticipation of the demand by Santa for naughty politicians from all parties. Yay success!)

Speaking of energy, I’ve also learned that America’s energy crisis has an untapped, completely renewable source that’s right under our nose. Children!

That’s right. Evidently, kids under the age of 10 have no ability to hold still. And, when you add fuel to these little vibrating batteries of life, say a bag of halloween candy, they’re nearly unstoppable. Now take that and multiply it by ten when you add the anticipation of Christmas, and this power source is virtually explosive. So what do you have — a power source that’s already in your house, that has no filter, and is fairly easy to maintain. Put ‘em on a treadmill, hook up some jumper cables…BAM, problem solved.

Energy for years.

get it. December has always been a soft spot for me, too.

Not necessarily because of the Holidays — to be honest, the hustle and bustle just makes my face go numb — but this is the time of year when I first fell in love with my wife.

Roll the Hallmark cameras.

We were both juniors at Bartlesville High School. She’ll tell you that she was initially attracted to me because I was funny. (It may surprise you, but I used to use laughs for attention.) But I’ve never really bought into the line that women think humor is sexy. It’s counterintuitive. When was the last time someone described a date that way? “So, last night it was finally just the two of us. I had every romantic detail planned perfectly. I brought flowers. We had dinner for two. I lit candles everywhere. Then, at just the right moment, I eased over to the stereo and put on some Jim Gaffigan nice and low…I mean, between snorts and trying not to pee herself, she was eating out of my hand.” Let’s be honest, it’s hard to kiss someone who’s “snort-laughing.”

When you’re dating, humor is really just the distraction you use until you can find something that will really impress them. In our case, that something was “need.” I played the brooding, tortured, creative soul in “need” of understanding and compassion (usually in the form of making out.) All things considered, the planned worked pretty flawlessly.

So as you round the bases into the home plate of 2018, how’s your year finishing up? Are you happier than when you started? Were there life lessons learned? Or, like so many of us, were you just happy to have “a good at bat?”

I used to think about the new year in advance. I always tried to have a plan…and goals…and aspirations. But there’s so many conflicting messages these days. How can I know “where I see myself in five years” when I’m also trying to “live in the moment?” Do I “let Jesus take the wheel” so I can “reach for the stars” or “simply grow where I’m planted?” Maybe that’s for 2019 to reveal.

Some mysteries are just too big for me. Like why I learned to shave with a single blade, 10-cent razor that could cut through a rain forest, but now (apparently) it takes five pivoting blades of steel and a shave club. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me.

I guess what I’m trying to say is, I hope when you look back at 2018 you’re able to see some shine. And, when you do, celebrate it. Tell somebody about it. Who knows… maybe by spreading it around a bit, it’ll produce more shine in the new year.

Wouldn’t that be a great way to start 2019?

Happiest of Holidays!

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WRIGHT CHEF WINNER

The Wright Stuff Ducre Plans to Bring New Orleans Flavor to Bartlesville

by Tim Hudson There’s a new Wright Chef in town by way of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Albert “Nook” Ducre was recently announced as the 2019 winner of the prestigious chef’s competition, to fanfare around the country.

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Wright Chef Committee Chair Rick Loyd.

“He’s from New Orleans, and I think he’s really going to fit in here well; I think he’s going to resonate with people in Bartlesville.”

Nook was selected by a panel of community leaders and chefs from Tulsa and Bartlesville. The group of

six finalists was whittled down from around 548 applicants from around the world.

Nook says when he heard the announcement that he had won it seemed almost too much to be real.

"It was kinda surreal, and I almost felt like they were joking” he remembers. “But after that came

WRIGHT CHEF WINNER down, I was really excited about it, do something that is completely New and I think this is going to be a great Orleanian, and I want to have a couopportunity.” ple of dinners that completely revolve around New Orleans and Louisiana According to Price Tower officials, food.” the Wright Chef is a “unique position developed by Price Tower Arts Center Loyd says that Nook was selected as part of its dynamic artist in resi- after a full day of cooking. dence programs.”

“The finalists came in on a Saturday As the Wright Chef, Nook will have and went shopping for ingredients at the opportunity to have creative con- Food Pyramid. They were then paired trol of the menu, and operational up with a student from the Tri-County control of the restaurant and kitchen Tech culinary department and spent a for the period of one year. He will be day in prep,” he said. mentored by three Tulsa-area chefs “Then, on Monday, they each prewho are volunteering their time. pared their courses: a salad, an Those chefs include Miranda Kaiser, entree, and a dessert.”

Lia Lewis, and Callie Farish.

Loyd said the entrees were then According to Loyd, the educaplated and served to the judges, three tional, hands-on program was finalists in the morning and three in established with two goals in mind — the afternoon. to provide an inspirational culinary experience for Price Tower and Cop“That was the main portion,” he per patrons, and to give an emerging said. chef the once-in-a-lifetime, risk-free The finalists then made an hors chance to find out if they have what it d’oeuvre that had to include a secret takes to own and operate a successingredient, and feed about 150 peoful restaurant business. The program ple at the Price tower. The ingredient is designed to be a challenge, both professionally and creatively, and give was revealed to be pumpkin, in keepthe Wright Chef a taste of real-world ing with the fall season. restaurant ownership.

“I won the people’s choice on the

“Nook came out clearly as the dominant winner,” he said.

“It was also taken into account how the judges thought their personality would fit well with the Price Tower atmosphere.”

Nook says that he’s goal oriented when looking at the upcoming year as the Wright Chef.

"Some of the guys are wanting to do art shows, and I think that would be awesome to get people in the building so they could experience some of the food. But I’m also interested in mentoring young, upcoming chefs and people who are wanting to rehabilitate their lives,” he said.

“Bartlesville has welcomed me with open arms, so it would behoove me to give back. It’s about community.”

He says he’s just excited to get started.

“I really can’t wait, I’ve written two menus so far, and thrown them in the trash, so I’m on the third one now,” he laughs.

“I’ll probably be on my fifth one by the time we open. I’ll have everything in place for people to come out and Nook says he plans to bring “New smoked fish dip with a pumpkin enjoy the food.” moscato and some pickled vegetaOrleans flavor” to Bartlesville, and bles,” Nook says. that his background will help.

When asked where he sees himself as the Wright Chef in six months, "I’m not sure exactly what swayed Previously, Nook has served as the he says people can look forward to executive sous chef at Broussard’s, in the judges my way.” another menu, and he also wants to New Orleans, and as the sous chef Loyd says that all the judging was for Pier 424 Seafood Market and The based on taste and appearance, and meet as many people as possible.

American Sector, also in New Orleans. that of the of the twelve officials, “You want to meet the people, and “Yeah, that’s the food I love to cook, judges Nook was the top vote for ten come out of the kitchen and take to people at the restaurant. Yeah, you so if I don’t do that I’m not going to of them. can cook all the great food in be representing myself cor“Bartlesville has welcomed me with open the world, but if you are not rectly,” he said of his “New arms, so it would behoove me to to give cooking it for the people, Orleans flair.” back. “You want to meet the people, and who’s going to eat it,” he come out of the kitchen and take to people “I’m excited about a lot of said. at the restaurant. Yeah, you can cook all the things though, in coming to great food in the world, but if you are not Bartlesville and the Price “I want to check some local cooking it for the people, who’s going to Tower. I hear there is a chef’s restaurants out too…..I’m just eat it.” table there, so I would like to very excited to meet everyone try to utilize that in many ways. in Bartlesville and make some — Albert “Nook” Ducre In particular, I’d like to try to great food together.”

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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

A Marc Broussard Christmas Performing in Bartlesville for One Night Only!

Marc Broussard will bring his unique vocal gift — channeling the spirits of classic rock, blues and soul — to the stage of the Bartlesville Community Center on Friday, December 7 at 7:30 pm.

Known for his signature bluesinfluenced baritone, with doses of gospel and country, Marc will present an evening of both soul and holiday music to the Bartlesville audience. This is a wonderful performance for families of all ages.

Marc’s latest original release, Easy To Love, was premiered in Sep-

tember of 2017. The lead single off the album, Don’t Be Afraid To Call Me was featured on “Rolling Stone Country.” It is getting significant airplay, as well as being sung at performances to sold-out crowds around the United States and Europe.

“His voice stands above all others in the field. Quite simply, Marc Broussard is the reason they invented soul music,” according to a report in a review by “Performer, The Musician’s Resource.”

A native of Louisiana, Marc’s musical ability was nurtured by his father, the Louisiana Hall of Fame

Guitarist of The Bookie Kings. Marc was totally surrounded by the music scene growing up, and he has released multiple albums over the years.

Tickets for this one-night show are now available, and can be purchased by calling the Bartlesville Community Center Box Office, 918336-2787 from 9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday, or by going online, www.bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com and making a seat selection and payment. Tickets will be placed in Will Call to be picked up anytime up to an hour before the performance.

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DISCOVER DEWEY

The Gift of Place The Jacob Bartles’ Story

by Bill Woodard

It's the holiday season, and Christmas gifts are a natural part of things.

Although not actually a Christmas gift, Jacob Bartles gave those of us who consider Dewey home — either because of birth or residence — the gift of Place.

The gift applies as well to all Bartians.

This is Jacob's story.

Jacob Hyler Bartles was born to Joseph and Phoebe Bartles on June 11, 1842, in Chester Township, New Jersey.

When Jacob was 15, the family moved to Wyandotte County, Kansas, where they farmed and raised livestock. Two months after the start of the Civil War, Jacob and 17 other boys from Wyandotte County traveled to Fort Leavenworth and joined the Sixth Kansas Volunteer Calvary of the Union Army. Jacob, or Jake as he was generally known, survived nearly four years of war, participating in numerous battles along the Kansas-Missouri and Missouri-Arkansas borders.

In 1868, Jake married the widowed Nannie Journeycake Pratt, managing her farm in Wyandotte County and adopting her three girls; Laronia (7), Ella (5) and Ida (3). A son, Charles, was born to the Bartles in 1869, but died the following year.

In 1873, the family moved to Indian Territory, where they operated a store by

Silver Lake, just south of the current city of Bartlesville. The following year, the Bartles’ moved their store to Whiteturkey Creek, where Jake established a U.S. Post Office designated as Bartlesville, Indian Territory. The Bartles’ second son, Joseph, was born in 1875. Also in 1875, Jake bought Nelson Carr's gristmill on the horseshoe bend of the Caney River.

He moved the Post Office to this location and proceeded to build a large, two-story, general store with the family residence on the second story. The mill, store and Post Office were all on the north side of the river. In 1897, the community south of the river officially became Bartlesville, I.T. Other than the year at Silver Lake and the year on Turkey Creek, Jake never lived south of the Caney River. However, the naming of this little community in

1897 recognized Jake Bartles’ vision and leadership. His first gift of Place.

In 1899, Mr. Bartles raised his home and store with jacks, lowered it onto huge logs, and moved it almost four miles north. Moving small structures on log rollers, or skids, was quite common in 1899. Moving a 25' x 100' two-story building made of walnut was unprecedented in Indian Territory. That same year, Bartles started construction on a threestory hotel that would be directly across the road from the final resting place of his store. The Bartles’ store and hotel were the anchors for the settlement that would eventually become the town of Dewey.

As with their neighbor to the south, it would take several years before the little settlement would be incorporated.

Dewey became an official town on December 8, 1905. Jake Bartles’ second gift of Place. Jake Bartles died October 18, 1908.

I for one greatly appreciate Jake's gifts. Heck, I might not even be here were it not for his second gift.

JACOB & NANNIE BARTLES

For a more interesting and complete rendering of Jacob Bartles' life, read “Meet Me At The Roundup - The Life and Legacy of Jacob H. Bartles” by Debbie Neece and Bill Alexander.

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UNKNOWN TREASURE

Strongest Safe in the World

by Debbie Neece, Bartlesville Area History Museum The turn of the century brought exciting times to Indian Territory.

John H. Kane came to Dewey in 1904, and became Jacob Bartles’ attorney in proceedings to get the little town incorporated. This happened on December 8, 1905.

The M.K.&T. and Santa Fe railroads arrived, Dewey Portland Cement plant became operational, oil and gas were discovered.

The community was growing, producing large amounts of capital in need of a banking facility.

According to our late historian, Edgar Weston, “The first bank in Dewey was a private banking house operated by Mr. Woodson and Mr. Metcalf in a building north of the Dewey Hotel. Woodson and Metcalf did not have a National Bank charter and there were no state banks because Oklahoma was not a state at that time.”

The First National Bank of Dewey was organized on May 7, 1906, and opened for business July 1, 1906 at 300 E. 8th Street (later Don Tyler Avenue). The founders were Harry Brent, Jacob Bartles, W.A. Letson, William Johnstone, George C. Priestley, Dr. M.C. Wyatt, L.B. Baird and Ola Wilhite.

Bartles lived to see Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory unite as the State of Oklahoma in 1907, before losing his fouryear battle with Bright’s disease on October 18, 1908.

Some of the most prominent men in Washington County served at Dewey’s First National Bank over the years. Joe Bartles, son of Dewey’s founder, became a stockholder in 1910; Don Tyler served on the Board in 1925 and was President in 1927; O.A. Patridge was V.P. in 1935 and President in 1946.

From its organization, the bank operated in the building rented from the Bartles’ estate. In 1925, the property was sold at public auction and the bank’s board of directors purchased the property.

The building, known as the Bartles Bank Building, sold many times before Dale and Giz Robison purchased it in 2014. The Robisons also own Dewey’s Heritage Theater Café and Pub at 306 E. Don Tyler.

In August of this year, a clearing house contacted the Bartlesville Area History Museum, inquiring about a safe in our area that needed to be “cracked.” I knew of the Dewey Bank safe and recommended they contact Giz…the rest began an exciting chapter in Dewey history.

During building renovations, the crew discovered a bank safe that had been forgotten, hidden behind wallboard. The manganese steel cannonball safe has been advertised as the strongest safe in the world and guaranteed burglar proof.

On November 8 & 9, a television crew from TV Tokyo (one of five major commercial networks in Japan) arrived in Dewey to film “Mr. Tokoro’s Lessons You Never Learn in School.” Tokoro is a famous Japanese comedian.

The television crew and Japan’s highly acclaimed safe cracker worked for two days and enjoyed Giz’s wonderful buffalo burgers, but met defeat. They left Dewey to meet a challenge in Seattle, but vowed to return with a bigger arsenal of tools.

Perhaps Dewey’s First National Bank safe is indeed “The Strongest Safe in the World.”

A safe cracker from Tokyo had no luck with this old safe found in what was the First National Bank of Dewey in 1906.

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