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Publisher’s Letter

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Wellness: Dance Movement Therapy

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The Arts: Ragtime the Musical

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Feature: A Very Bartlesville Christmas

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Profile: Ken Meek

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Holiday Gift Guide Local Shopping Locales

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Business: The Bartlesville Boutique District

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December Events Calendar

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Last Call: Lighthouse Outreach Center

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Out & About: Photos from Around Town

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Edible Art on Frank Phillips Boulevard A Who, What, When, Where for the Holidays

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Publisher’s Letter This December issue, just like the past four years, Ron Adams has graciously agreed to be our cover model. When I initially couldn’t reach him because of phone messaging issues, I began to panic a little! I wouldn’t want to break tradition; also Ron is a tireless example of giving who deserves recognition and it would be a shame to not have him represent Christmas on the cover of bMonthly. You will notice when looking through this month’s issue that he appears throughout the pages from front to back! The life of Bartlesville’s very own Santa during the holiday season is busy indeed.

Who knew that even in midNovember the appointments would be stacking up! The day we shot this month’s cover, he had just finished modeling for three hours, in his full Santa suit, for a group of artists at The Bartlesville Art Association. One of the portraits even made it into the Art Association’s Winter Gallery sale which was held the weekend before Thanksgiving.

What many of you may not know about Ron Adams is that he spends a lot of his time throughout the year advocating, organizing and basically spearheading efforts to keep the Kiddie Park alive. Without his guidance over the years the Kiddie Park would not be where it is today. I think Ron is the true embodiment of a gentle soul who serves to enhance the lives of Bartlesville’s children. Next time you see Santa, know that he really does work all year to make our kid’s lives magical.

December in Bartlesville offers so many options to get out and see the community. We decided again to feature the ongoing events that give visitors and residents the opportunity to experience our town which is like no other. In addition to attending the season’s special events, be sure to visit our downtown retailers for one of a kind gifts and treats. The addition of Omega Chocolate to the downtown retail landscape gives us yet another unique gift giving option with specialty chocolates custom made for the holidays. This may have some re-thinking their choice of spots to watch the Christmas parade!

I’d like to end with a little story of my favorite Christmas gift. I must’ve been eight or nine, and I got this small-ish gift from my dad that was really heavy.

Wrapped in Sunday comics, because that was generally my dad’s wrapping paper. It was boxed up tight and when you shook it, it made no sound at all!

The only clue he gave me was “You’ve got it, then POOF! It’s gone.” It was a plastic piggy bank jammed full of pennies.

What he said was true.

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OMEGACHOCOLATE Edible Art on Frank Phillips Boulevard

by Damon Isaacs

You see them when you travel to large metropolitan cities. Those chocolates that not only taste divine, but also look like art. As a kid we are fairly content with simple convenience store sweets. But when you finally get to taste an artisan truffle with a ganache of dark chocolate created from exotic Venezuelan cacao beans, infused with ancho peppers and encased in a dark chocolate shell, you realize that you may not have ever experienced “real chocolate.”

Nathan and Rachel Bates have made it possible for Bartians to have this heavenly chocolate experience right here at home. This summer they opened Omega Chocolate on Frank Phillips Boulevard. When you walk into the storefront, you walk into an edible art gallery.

Nathan and Rachel are the curators. Fine artisan chocolate with no preservatives are not reserved for vacations anymore! You can now enjoy kettle cooked sea salt caramel surrounded by a layer of chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt from the Mediterranean just downtown.

chocolate bars at first may seem expensive, but the moment you hold them in your hand and begin to unwrap the bars, you know that they are worth it. It is zingy, bitter, fruity, rich and chocolate goodness. Read the ingredients on the package and you will find cacao, cane sugar and fleur de sel. Simple ingredients and it creates a wonderful flavor.

Nathan says, “We are always looking for new and exciting pieces to bring to Bartlesville. One such item that we will feature soon is an Oregon Craft Brewers Collection.” This collection will be truffles featuring some of Oregon’s famous beers such as Rogue Hazelnut and Full Sail. “I would like to work with local caterers and other businesses to pair our chocolates with their wines and beers.” Pick up chocolates for your dinner party, holiday party or gift giving. A word of advice – get one truffle to enjoy on the drive home! v

Nathan has a heart for Bartlesville and he understands the importance of community, small business presence, and creating a unique and inviting downtown business district. He has even established operations hours to allow patrons to pick up a last minute gift for a loved one during the lunch hour, purchase a piece of chocolate for an afternoon pick-me-up or drop by for a desert truffle after dining at one of Bartlesville’s downtown restaurants.

Chocolates may be purchased individually or in gift boxes that hold from four to twenty-four pieces.

Bring this to a party or as a gift to someone special and you are sure to be someone’s favorite.

Omega will be featuring special chocolates for the holidays such as larger colorful dessert truffles, chocolate covered strawberries each Friday (while supplies last) and a Santa tin to fill with artisan chocolates at a flat rate. Nathan has also curated chocolate bars created by the Mast Brothers. The Mast Brothers are award winning chocolatiers from Brooklyn, NY. These designer

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Saturday from 11:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

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feature As the familiar Yuletide carol goes, it’s Christmas time in the city. In Bartlesville, city sidewalks are dressed in holiday style, and in the air there’s a feeling of Christmas. Why, even stop lights blink a bright red and green as shoppers rush around with their treasures. And holiday activities, too, are many. Here are just a few of the fun-filled ways Bartians celebrate Christmas...

JINGLE BELL ROCK Dec. 2 The holiday spirit is coming to B’ville with Jingle Bell Rock.

This raucous holiday revue at Bartlesville Community Center is a family friendly show with something for everyone, aged 2 to 92. The program features yuletide classics including “Deck the Halls”, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “Sleigh Ride”, as well as such contemporary holiday hits as “Run, Run, Rudolph.” Jingle Bell Rock is a lot of music with a little comedy, and special appearances

by Suzy Snowflake and the man in RED himself, Santa Claus. Tickets are $20, $15 and $10, with all children’s tickets $5. Call the BCC Box Office at 918-336-2787 to reserve seats or purchase online at www. bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com.

PRELUDE TO CHRISTMAS Dec. 3 An annual event on the campus of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, this year’s theme “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” honors those serving and who have served in the military. The public is invited to this special concert featuring the Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra. The program begins at 7 p.m. at the Lyon Fine Arts Center Chapel, 2201 Silver Lake Road. Tickets are $5 general admission and $20 family. Following the concert, the evening includes hot cocoa and cookies plus fireworks in a colossal celebration of Jesus’ birthday. Tickets can be purchased online at www.okwu.edu/ prelude, or by calling 918-335-6234.

HOMETOWN HOLIDAY WREATHS Nov. 23-Dec. 5 The Downtown Bartlesville Kiwanis and Main Street Bartlesville have teamed up to organize 37 nonprofit organizations in making an array of wreaths that will be on display at the Painted Horse Bar & Grill. Wreaths will be sold during the event by silent auction bids.

All proceeds go to the participating nonprofits.

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HOLIDAYS IN THE VILLE Nov. 28-Dec. 5 Downtown Bartlesville businesses are overflowing with yuletide cheer as part of “Holidays in the Ville.” This year everyone is invited to find special gifts at locally owned-stores during this week of holiday shopping. Beginning Nov. 28 through Dec. 5, participants can pick up a Christmas Gift Guide featuring all of the shops in a contest called “Peek and Post.” Shoppers using the bingo card in the book can visit downtown stores, take a photo of the featured items, then post them on Facebook or Instagram. The shopper who fills out the entire card is eligible to win the grand prize.

Shoppers also stand to win gift certificates from individual stores. The week ends with the Bartlesville nighttime parade celebrating the most wonderful time of the year in downtown Bartlesville.

BARTLESVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE Dec. 5 “Hometown Holidays” will be the theme on Dec. 5 for the annual Christmas parade sponsored by the Dynamic Downtown Bartlesville Kiwanis Club. Tony Award-nominated playwright Joe Sears will be the Grand Marshal. The parade begins at 5:30 p.m., but for the full effect, holiday revelers will want to be downtown plenty of time before the parade starts so they can participate in the bevy of activities planned by Downtown Bartlesville, Inc. as part of Holidays in the Ville. The parade will follow a route from Frank Phillips Boulevard at Park Avenue to Sage Avenue and continue on to Sixth Street.

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HANDEL’S MESSIAH

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The Bartlesville Choral Society is a powerful 70-voice community chorus that this season will perform Handel’s Messiah, the most beloved of all holiday music. It takes place at the Bartlesville Community Center, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. Come crown your Christmas with this monumental work that features a full orchestra under the direction of Artistic Director, Susan Mueller with soloists Skye Singleton, Kathryn Stewart, Jeffrey Picón and Jonathan Stewart.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students.

Purchase by calling the BCC Box Office at 918-336-2787.

A special Christmas concert presented by OK Mozart in Ambler Hall features a popular duo called Those 2! Doug Simpson and Pam Hughes appear frequently at venues throughout the Green Country area. They specialize in favorites everyone remembers, especially when they offer up songs made famous by Les Paul and Mary Ford. Those 2! play and sing to perfection, delighting their audiences, leaving them begging for more. This Christmas program will be marvelously entertaining and one not to be missed. The program begins at 7 p.m. with seating at 6:45 p.m. Advance tickets, $25, are available now by calling the OKM Box Office at 918-336-9800. Tickets the night of the performance are $30 at the door.

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DEWEY CHRISTMAS PARADE

A CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

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“The Magic and Music of Christmas” is the theme for this year’s Christmas parade in Dewey, which begins downtown on Don Tyler Avenue at 5:30 p.m., Dec. 12. Santa will be on the porch of the Dewey Hotel before the parade begins, and will pass out bags of candy, listen to children’s Christmas wishes and pose for photographs with them.

The Christmas Spectacular presented at 7 p.m.

by Art of Motion Dance Studio at Bartlesville Community Center is a hometown Christmas tradition, and the perfect way to kick your holiday mood into a festive overdrive. Art of Motion Dancers celebrate Christmas by performing specially choreographed movements to all the family’s favorite Christmas songs! Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 students. Tickets can be purchased by calling the BCC Box Office at 918-337-2787.

WOOLAROC WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS Nov. 27-Dec. 20 More than 750,000 colorful lights cover the main grounds at Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve’s Wonderland of Lights. There will be wagon rides and Christmas carols wafting over the grounds, finished off with fresh baked cookies, cider and hot chocolate for sale in the Lodge. Santa will be in the museum, and choirs will offer entertainment at various times in Heritage Theatre. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of the Holiday Horseman as he rides through the night at Frank Phillips’ country estates decked out in its holiday best. See the lavish outdoor display from 5 to 9 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday now through Dec. 20. Admission is $4 adults, $1 for children.

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CHRISTMAS AT FRANK PHILLIPS’ HOME Dec. 13 For Christmas season the Frank Phillips Home, 1107 S. Cherokee Avenue, will be decked out in full holiday splendor. On Dec. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. the Jane Phillips Society will host parents and children to Santa’s Cottage, a free event where Santa and Mrs. Claus serve up cookies and punch and visit with the kiddos. Be sure to bring a camera! Inside the mansion a Santa Walk offers fun for all ages as visitors stroll through all three floors of the home and visit with numerous historic Santa Clauses.

For this event, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets $5 adults, $2 children 11 and under. At 3 p.m. a Tuba Christmas will transform the lawn into a concert venue.

Tuba and euphonium players will perform holiday classics in a free outdoor concert. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a program of holiday classics. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at Bartlesville High School.

THE NUTCRACKER Dec. 19-20 Join Clara and her Uncle, Herr Drosselmeier as this beloved magical Christmas story comes to life in a yule season dream! Everyone’s favorite ballet features Leo Ahonen’s choreography and a cast of many local children and adults--a real Christmas holiday treat! Plan to attend one of two performances with your entire family when Bartlesville Civic Ballet presents its annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performances will be at 7:30 p.m., December 19 and 2 p.m., December 20 at Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Boulevard. For tickets visit www. bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com or call the BCC Box Office at 918-337-2787.

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SCOT CAMERON CHRISTMAS CONCERT Dec. 20 Bartlesville First Baptist Church, 405 S. Cherokee Avenue, will host a spectacular concert of Christmas selections at 6 p.m., Dec. 20, featuring guest tenor soloist Scot R. Cameron, of Houston, Texas. He will be accompanied by talented pianist and Music Minister Wade Daniel. Performing for the Dallas Bach Society, he was hailed as a polished performer with a rich, expressive voice, “whose tenor was firm on the lowest notes, soaring sweetly on the high.” The concert is being offered to the public at no charge.

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

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

Ken Carlson, Rams of the Wrangells, 2001, oil on board, 45 X 35 in. Collection of Ed Wright

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Tuesday, Dec 1 6:00 PM

Fantasy Land of Lights OPEN Every Night! – Johnstone Park Come to the park & enjoy a drive through our Holiday Lights Display! Open 7 days a week thru Dec 30th from 6 to 10pm.

Admission FREE but donations are APPRECIATED!

7:00 PM

Tuesday Night Trivia Painted Horse Bar & Grille

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Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas

10:00 AM

5:00 PM

appearances by Suzy Snowflake and the main man in red Santa Claus.

Call the BCC box office at 918-336-

be covered with over 750,000 lights as this

A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

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historic ranch transforms into a magical

this year with our “Wonderland of Lights”

Premier Craft Event, designed for Christmas

winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for

spectacular. The grounds and buildings will

gift shopping and the discerning collector

adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

be covered with over 750,000 lights as this

from Native and non-Native Artists and Craft

historic ranch transforms into a magical

people!

5:30 PM

Bartlesville Annual Christmas Parade

winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for

Parade route: Parade will depart Phillips

7:00 PM

parking lot and head East on Frank Phillips to Osage Ave, South on Osage to 6th

Theater Bartlesville

Street, West on 6th to Armstrong, South on

This 1940’s musical features all Christmas

Armstrong to Adams Blvd, West on Adams

favorites being sung from a live broadcast

to Phillips Parking lot.

studio, as well an All-American family

6:00 PM

listening at home from the radio.

ARF’s Puttin ‘On The Leash!

Woolaroc Event Center

reserve seats, or visit the website at www.

Tickets are $60 each (1/2 is tax deductible).

bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com and pick

RSVP by calling ARF @ 918.766.0991

seats online.

(reservations must be confirmed with payment prior to the event, ticket price

Thursday, Dec 3 7:00 PM

2:00 PM

“I’ll Be Home for Christmas”

28th Annual Bartlesville Motorcycle Toy Run

Theater Bartlesville This 1940’s musical features all Christmas

includes entry to Woolaroc, Wonderland of Lights (5 pm-9 pm) the museum and all holiday attractions. Seating is limited so make your reservations today!

Big Lots Parking Lot

favorites being sung live from a broadcast listening at home from the radio.

this year with our “Wonderland of Lights” spectacular. The grounds and buildings will

2787 from 9 am to 5 pm weekdays to

studio, as well an All-American family

A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

Wah-Zha-Zhi Cultural Center/Osage

“I’ll Be Home for Christmas”

along with a bit of comedy and special

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

Jingle Bell Rock More than 32 songs will be performed

Saturday, Dec 5

5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas

Craft Extravaganza

Wednesday, Dec 2 Bartlesville Community Center

Live Music with Brandon Clark

Friday, December 4

adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

7:30 PM

9:00 PM

8:00 PM

First Friday with Ann Janette Price Tower – Copper Bar

Riders are to bring new unwrapped toys for all ages. Parade will leave at 2:00 pm and travel west on Frank Phillips to Bucy. A hot meal will be served to the riders at the end of the parade.

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7:00 PM

“I’ll Be Home for Christmas”

7:30 PM

Theater Bartlesville

Broadway in Bartlesville presents Ragtime

This 1940’s musical features all Christmas

Bartlesville Community Center

favorites being sung from a live broadcast

Ragtime is the story of an upper-class wife,

studio, as well an All-American family

a determined Jewish immigrant and a daring

listening at home from the radio.

young Harlem musician. The set unfolds in

8:30 PM

are united by their desire and belief in a brighter tomorrow. Their compelling stories

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

are set to theatre’s richest and most glorious

Live Music with Brandon Clark

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

turn-of-the-century New York where all three

Live Music with Ol School

9:00 PM

Book Signing – Bill Spencer “Crowned in Crisis”

Tony Award®-winning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.

“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” Theater Bartlesville This 1940’s musical features all Christmas favorites being sung from a live broadcast studio, as well an All-American family

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

Tuesday, Dec 8

listening at home from the radio.

10:00 PM

Eggs & Issues

9:00 PM

Live Music with Chris Combs & The Dirty Warriors Frank & Lola’s An all-star lineup featuring Corey Mauser on keys, Jordan Hehl on bass and THE Matt

7:30 AM

Tri County Tech Politics over Breakfast features Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt.

Tuesday Night Trivia

funky soul and dirty jazz. YES!

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Sunday, Dec 6

Thursday, December 10

Bartlesville Choral Society presents “Handel’s Messiah” Bartlesville Community Center

NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

300 years. Crown your Christmas with this monumental work, complete with guest

spectacular. The grounds and buildings will be covered with over 750,000 lights as this historic ranch transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

5:30 PM

Downtown Dewey Annual nighttime Christmas Parade The Magic & Music of Christmas

Bartlesville’s Christmas Spectacular presented by Art of Motion Productions Bartlesville Community Center Bartlesville’s home town Christmas tradition!

7:00 PM

The perfect way to kick your holiday mood

Nightshift KARAOKE

festive overdrive. The Art of Motion Dancers

NINE18 Bar - Osage Casino

celebrate Christmas by performing pieces to all the family’s favorite Christmas songs!

Handel’s Messiah has been the most beloved of all holiday music for

this year with our “Wonderland of Lights”

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

Edwards hittin’ the drums. Will be a mix of

2:00 PM

Live Music with Darrel Cole Band

A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

Everyone is invited to this event. For details

Friday, Dec 11

contact Art of Motion 918-333-3412

5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas

“I’ll Be Home for Christmas”

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

This 1940’s musical features all Christmas

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas

A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

favorites being sung from a live broadcast

this year with our “Wonderland of Lights”

studio, as well an All-American family

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

spectacular. The grounds and buildings will

listening at home from the radio.

A wonderful holiday tradition returns again

be covered with over 750,000 lights as this

this year with our “Wonderland of Lights”

historic ranch transforms into a magical

spectacular. The grounds and buildings will

winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for

be covered with over 750,000 lights as this

adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

soloists & full orchestra.

5:00 PM

historic ranch transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

Monday, Dec 7 10:00 AM

Those Two - A Christmas Concert OK Mozart’s Ambler Hall Featuring Doug Simpson & Pam Hughes. A Christmas program no one will want to miss!

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

Elder Care

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behind-the-scenes tour of Elder Care.

7:30 PM

Worship Choir Christmas Cantata, “Sing We Now of Christmas” East Cross United Methodist Church –

7:00 PM

Open House Enjoy coffee and a pastry while taking a

Theater Bartlesville

820 SE Madison Blvd

Saturday, December 12 8:00 AM

Aunt Pearl’s Cookie Project St. John Catholic School-Lynch Hall - 121 West 8th Street Aunt Pearl’s Cookie project to benefit the Lighthouse Outreach Center. Choose from a wide assortment of beautiful and delicious Christmas cookies.

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KARAOKE Painted Horse Bar & Grille

9:00 PM

Live Music with Darrel Cole Band NINE18 Bar – Osage Casino

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Tuesday, Dec 15 7:00 PM

Stage Art Productions Presents: Christmas - More Than a Story OKWU Chapel - 2201 Silverlake Rd Stage Art Dance’s Christmas show is perfect

Live Music with The Jackie Myers Band Frank & Lola’s JMB has expanded to a quartet with the

Tuesday Night Trivia

What might have been happening

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Frank Phillips Home Join us as Brandon and Rachael Reid portray Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus and visit with children of all ages. This is a free event and we will be serving cookies and punch.

“Santa Walk” Frank Phillips Home Visitors are invited to stroll through the three floors of the Home and visit with the historic Santa Clauses. Admission is $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children under 11, plus tax.

3:30 PM

Tuba Christmas Frank Phillips Home Join us as 50 tuba and euphonium players perform holiday classics in a free outdoor concert. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Bartlesville High School.

5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve A wonderful holiday tradition returns again this year with our “Wonderland of Lights” spectacular. The grounds and buildings will be covered with over 750,000 lights as this historic ranch transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

family.

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in the inn at Bethlehem on that first Christmas Eve so many years

Christmas Crawl

8:30 AM

“Santa’s Cottage”

of our two performances with your entire

7:00 PM

Sunday, Dec 13

2:00 PM

Christmas Holiday treat! Plan to attend one

office. 918.336.1212

good times!

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local children as well as adults. It’s a real

ago? Free tickets at the church

driven funk and soul with bad jokes and

East Cross United Methodist Church –

Ahonen’s choreography and a cast of many

7:00 PM

918-333-7270.

308 S Dewey Ave or by calling

addition of a masterful guitar player. Piano-

Worship Choir Christmas Cantata, “Sing We Now of Christmas”

Woolaroc Heritage Hall

“People of the Inn”, a oneact Christmas musical by Dolores McCreary

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Everett Music Studio Christmas Musical

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Thursday, December 17

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Golden Hour

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Live Music with Signal Twenty-Nine

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Thursday of every month.

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas

7:00 PM

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife

Stage Art Productions Presents: Christmas - More Than a Story OKWU Chapel - 2201 Silverlake Rd Stage Art Dance’s Christmas show is perfect for the whole family. Tickets on sale now at 308 S Dewey Ave or by calling 918-333-

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Friday, Dec 18 5:00 PM

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve A wonderful holiday tradition returns again this year with our “Wonderland of Lights” spectacular. The grounds and buildings will be covered with over 750,000 lights as this historic ranch transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

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Live Music with Hi-Fi Hillbillies Painted Horse Bar & Grille

“People of the Inn”, a one-act Christmas musical by Dolores McCreary St. Luke’s Episcopal Church What might have been happening in the inn

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Bartlesville Civic Ballet presents The Nutcracker

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Bartlesville Community Center Join Clara and her Uncle, Herr Drosselmeier in this magical Christmas story come to life! Everyone’s favorite ballet features Leo

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Wednesday, December 30

7:00 PM

Tuesday Night Trivia Painted Horse Bar & Grille

6:00 PM

Fantasy Land of Lights

Thursday, December 24

LAST NIGHT!

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4:00 PM

Christmas Eve Service for Kids & Families East Cross UMC Christian Life Center – 820 Madison Blvd Kids should bring their parents to this new service which will stir the imagination with live animals, music and the retelling of the

Sunday, Dec 20 2:00 PM

Bartlesville Civic Ballet presents The Nutcracker Bartlesville Community Center Join Clara and her Uncle, Herr Drosselmeier in this magical Christmas story come to life! Everyone’s favorite ballet features Leo Ahonen’s choreography and a cast of many local children as well as adults. It’s a real Christmas Holiday treat! Plan to attend one of our two performances with your entire family.

Christmas story.

5:00 PM

Family-Friendly Christmas Service First Presbyterian Church – 505 S Dewey

Wonderland of Lights – Celebrate Christmas Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve A wonderful holiday tradition returns again this year with our “Wonderland of Lights” spectacular. The grounds and buildings will be covered with over 750,000 lights as this historic ranch transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under.

Monday, Dec 21 1:00 PM

Bartlesville Area History Museum Christmas Open House Museum Pioneer Gallery - 401 S. Johnstone 5th Floor

Merry Christmas!

Friday, Dec 25

6:00 PM

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Christmas Eve Candlelight & Communion Service East Cross UMC – 820 Madison Blvd There will be singing of favorite Christmas carols, shared communion, and candle lighting in celebration of Christ’s birth.

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Saturday, December 26 8:30 PM

Live Music with Blue Dawgs

There will be singing of favorite Christmas carols, shared communion, and candle lighting in celebration of Christ’s birth.

9:00 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR! We’ll see you next year!!

Thursday, Dec 31 8:30 PM

Aunt Pearl’s New Year’s Eve Party with Corky Davis and The Cowboy Sind Band Dewey Community Center Tickets available at www.theaterbartlesville. com

9:00 PM

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champagne toast. Our large Olive drops

Tuesday, Dec 29

chime of midnight. Come join the fun! Hotel

Live Music with Back Roads Band

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through the park one last time in 2015.

Price Tower Olive Drop is our annual hors d’oeuvres, music, dancing, and a down into an oversized martini glass at the

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11:00 PM

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Christmas Open House. Children from ages 6-10 make a craft to take home. Santa arrives for children of all ages at 2:00 PM. Holiday refreshments for all!

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THE DANCE OF MIND AND BODY HEALTH Dance/Movement Therapy

Lisa Roll MS, LPC, BC-D/MT has been a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist at Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center for 17 years. Lisa was a professional dancer and Oklahoma and Utah Artist-in-Residence. After a professional dancing career, she moved from the world of dance to the inner world of psychotherapy and trained at Wesleyan University, CT, Troy State University, AL and The Hendricks Institute, CA. She is a member of the American Dance Therapy Association.

Lisa is a Dance/Movement Therapist (D/MT) who specializes in Mind/Body Therapy for individuals, couples and families. She states that, “people come to talk with me about issues such as stress management, marital concerns, anxiety, depression, grief or eating disorders. The ‘dance’ is in the interaction of thoughts, body experiences and the solutions that are discovered.”

Dance/Movement Therapy is the psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote the emotional, social, cognitive, physical and spiritual integration of the individual. Inner impulses, movement and feeling can symbolically express what one is going through emotionally. Lisa shares that familiar body metaphors such as ‘having one foot in and one foot out’, ‘my head was about to explode’, or ‘my heart felt broken’ are part of our cultural language.

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inter-connected, Dance/Movement Therapy is effective for people with emotional, social and physical issues. It is used in private clinics, hospitals, schools and day programs to facilitate emotional learning and wellbeing.

She reports that, “Contemporary neuroscience shows us that genuine healing and change involve more than the cognitive process. Due to our technological breakthroughs we have much more information to process and often may feel overwhelmed with the overload of stimulus. The body often carries the physical strain and stress of emotional expectations. I work a lot with stress management and help clients remember how to breathe, relax, shift expectations and reidentify with their true purpose.”

She works with the cognitive beliefs and calming body practices which provide practical strategies for change and growth. Goals of therapy may include furthering emotional growth, modulating stress arousal, learning conscious communication or promoting respectful relationships.

Lisa says that, all of her work is influenced by her D/MT skills and “the knowledge that by moving and shifting one’s experience, we create the exciting possibility of new meaning and relationship with ourselves and others.”

She shares that, “True insight needs to be experienced in the body in order to become integrated within the individual. For example we may know we need to forgive someone, yet not feel ready to do it. Through discussion, movement, breath work, and sensory awareness a transformative process can

Therapist: Lisa Roll, MS, BC-DMT, LPC

take place by using the body as a feedback system.” Lisa states, “I’m excited each time a significant physical and cognitive shift of perspective takes place, and a client feels better or more aware. Previous restrictive metaphors may then become, ‘I’m standing on my own two feet, ‘my head is clear’, or…..‘I now have peace in my heart’.”

Lisa recently co-presented at the American Dance Therapy Association conference in San Diego on Dance/Movement Therapy in the Treatment of Eating Disorders.

She has also worked as a Dance/ Movement Therapist at Laureate Hospital’s Eating Disorder Unit in Tulsa and various hospital and day treatment programs.

Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center provides services in Bartlesville and Northeastern Oklahoma to individuals, couples and families needing counseling, workshops and consultations. As a Bartlesville United Way affiliate Samaritan sets fees based on the client’s income and ability to pay. v For more information call: Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center 245 SE Madison Blvd.

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RAGTIME

At the dawn of a new century, everything is changing‌and anything is possible. Ragtime comes to Bartlesville in an all-new touring production. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, Ragtime weaves together three distinctly American tales, that of a stifled suburban mother, an inventive Jewish immigrant and a daring young Harlem musician. United by their courage, compassion and belief in the promise of a brighter future, their journey unfolds.

Set to an epic, Tony AwardÂŽwinning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, the compelling stories intertwine to form a rich tapestry of hopes and dreams, struggles and triumphs mixed with rhythm and rhyme. Based on the classic E. L. Doctorow novel, directed and choreographed

by Marcia Milgrom Dodge, this production is much in the spirit of the 2009 Broadway production, also under direction and choreography of Dodge, which was nominated for

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KEN MEEK

by Linda Keller

Kenneth Meek, who for 25 years has devoted his energy and literally his life to directing the museum activities at the Woolaroc Wildlife Preserve, is a man of few words. But his actions in that capacity, especially as the museum has renovated in a burst of new energy over the past four years, speak volumes.

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profile “It’s interesting,” he notes, “that folks who have lived most of their lives in Green Country have likely visited the museum numerous times over the years.” Thus they may tend to view it complacently. “Oh, yes, we’ve been there many times,” they respond. And most hold the opinion that once they have been there a time or two, they’ve “seen it.”

What they don’t realize is that Woolaroc Museum is an everchanging place. Its newest

exhibit, a contemporary wildlife art display called “The Best of the Best,” features seven of the premier wildlife artists in America. It occupies an entire room designed with interesting spaces and special lighting showcasing a breathtaking retrospective of their works. It’s been a huge project, and one that will be on display through the end of the year.

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art aficionados, Dean and Kathy Zervas, who were catalysts for it.

Many may remember that it was about this time last year that Ken and his associates consolidated Woolaroc’s extensive gun collection from three separate collections into one very impressive, well-designed display. It now incorporates interactive features that make it fascinating to adults and children alike. The new cases were designed and built in-house by Woolaroc

carpenter Tim Sydebotham and new labels created by Art Curator, Linda Stone. “It took me eight months to write all the descriptions,” Ken notes with a grin.

Woolaroc CEO, Bob Fraser, notes that Ken “brings a passion and high level of energy that has helped us continue to elevate the overall guest experience here.” He has a deep level of interest in the history of Woolaroc, and has always recognized its responsibility to keep that history and era “alive” for others.

Now, sadly for the Woolaroc

Museum, “The Best of the Best” project is complete, along with the lengthy list of other major renovations that have come to fruition recently. Ken has decided it’s time to move on to personal projects of his own. “The kinds of things folks who devote their lives to a vocation often push to the back burner, telling themselves, I’ll work on that when I retire,” he adds.

For Ken, that time has arrived and getting him to talk about it is like pulling teeth. He grins modestly and says, “no plans, really—it just seems like it’s time.” But when pressed, he admits that “a rocking chair on the front porch is not for him.” Actually the projects he has in mind don’t stray very far from those he’s done throughout his life at Woolaroc. One idea he’s been harboring is rebuilding an old car.

Specifically, military type— an old Jeep. “I’ve already got the steering wheel,” he says laughing.

He’s also toying with the idea of writing a couple of books. He and his wife Kay plan to head off into the sunset together, exploring the opportunities retirement holds for both of them.

Bob notes that one of Ken’s greatest strengths is his historical knowledge, not only in regard to Woolaroc, but to history in general. “This is something that will be sorely missed,” Bob says. “His skill in staging Woolaroc’s shows allowed people to leave singing the praise of what we have to offer. We will miss the influence and talents of Ken, both professionally and personally.” v

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TAKE A STROLL DOWNTOWN

The Bartlesville Boutique District

by Lacy Gittinger photos by Tony Lehmer

These days, a stroll on the streets of downtown Bartlesville leads shoppers to a variety of boutiques, each with a distinct personality, friendly faces, and unique merchandise. The Bartlesville Boutique District is comprised of a group of retail stores that have joined together to promote downtown Bartlesville--and the shopping locales have sprung up like wildflowers.

Lately folks have been hearing a lot about growth and progress, and how to make our community thrive.

These stores have banded together to make that happen. With a vision to unify the wide array of downtown stores, the Bartlesville Boutique District has set out to provide customers with an enjoyable and fruitful shopping experience.

“The concept of BBD was born when we partnered with Lubella’s on a Fashion Show,” says Desiree Clabaugh, coowner of Curbside Closet, “When it turned out so successful, we kept planning a little further. We realized we could do more as a group!”

Retailers with an eye for style coupled with keen business sense, they are able to reach more consumers by working together and advertising the shopping district, bringing more traffic to the downtown area.

“We distribute coupons and discounts that can be used at any of the Boutique District stores,” says Kayla Wilson, owner of Lubella’s Boutique, “Together, we can operate on a larger scale.”

Organized events such as Late Night Thursdays and Girls Nights Out have also been a product of these stores working together. Each store maintains their individual business hours, except on Thursdays, when all the stores stay open until 7 p.m., allowing shoppers, specifically working professionals, a day to hit all the stores in one outing.

The BBD recently began giving back to the community by choosing a benefitting charity each month. The District publicizes that charity’s “wish list” and asks customers to bring the needed items with them to donate to the charity when they come shopping. In

return, shoppers receive a discount at any of the BBD stores. It’s a win-win all around!

The local SPCA and Hopestone Cancer Center have already benefitted from shoppers’ generosity. Salvation Army and Lighthouse Outreach Center have been chosen as the next recipients.

Promoting downtown Bartlesville in general is a priority of the BBD. Their Facebook page is peppered with various happenings and events to help keep folks

informed about our vibrant downtown area.

“Our collaboration complements the restaurants, activities, and services available downtown,” says Juli Merciez, owner of The Cottage Door, “From one shop to another, you’ll find owners and people who really love Bartlesville.”

Combining the efforts of the Bartlesville Boutique District retailers and working together has proven to be a successful marketing strategy over the past year.

It’s brought a synergy to the downtown area and it offers benefits to customers. BBD brand recognition is definitely growing, creating a buzz that helps promote local shopping--especially during the holidays. It is also developing this community as a shopping destination for out-of-towners.

“We enjoy seeing each other’s businesses grow,” says Laurie Cerda, store manager of McCoy Jewelers, “It’s so great to have a group that works together for the betterment of downtown.”

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BEACON FOR

TRANSFORMATION Lighthouse Outreach Center

by Lori Esser

The Lighthouse Outreach Center has been a beacon of hope for those without shelter, food and message.

For more than two decades, the doors have been open offering those basic necessities for not only the Bartlesville community, but the surrounding area.

“We are the only 24-hour shelter in a 45-mile radius,” explained Errol Hada, CEO. “We have the means to accommodate single men and women, married couples and families.”

The Lighthouse houses about 50-60 individuals per month, which is about 35 percent capacity. Even though the facility is smaller than larger cities such as Tulsa and Oklahoma City, residents can stay in the shelter 24 hours and do not participate in a lottery for beds.

Founder, Naomi Lanier, wanted the two-story building on 1411 W. Hensley Blvd. to feel like a home and not a stale facility. Hada and his staff work diligently to provide a welcoming atmosphere. When an individual walks in the door, they are warmly greeted, given an application and a background check. Once successfully passing and meeting other safety criteria, they are shown a room and have time to decompress and find rest in a safe place. Hada and his case managers then start work on rebuilding their foundation.

“We are a faith-based organization, and we use Bible teachings to underscore the need for behavior and attitude changes to gain a healthier lifestyle,” said Hada.

“We have a required in-house chapel service that is given by local ministers. We also have nine local churches that serve a meal on a regular basis.”

After being an education administrator and inner-city school teacher for 40 years, he moved to Bartlesville in 1991. He felt a calling to this work and has been preparing for it his whole life. Having worked with the homeless previously in Austin, Texas, Hada has also been involved with prison ministry and has been on 35 mission’s trips. He has witnessed several success stories at The Lighthouse.

“We had a young lady come in who was distraught, nervous and scared because she was coming off drugs,” he recalls. “We encouraged her and worked with her, and she began to turn her life around spiritually. She got a job and saved up enough money to buy a car. She rented a house from a church member and at last has one of her kids back. Now she’s doing great. I hear she’s the best employee at her work. That is the transformation 38

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we like to see.”

Funding for three meals a day, clothing and personal items come from grants, donations, churches and 15 percent of the residents income. Residents can be hired out by the community for service and labor work, such as yard work, moving assistance, general labor and more. The Lighthouse is hosting a Gospel Night Fundraiser on Friday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m. and a Cookie Drive on December 12. Hada said they have a goal of expanding the facility and services.

“We are not here to just feed and house people, we are here to help God change their lives,” added Hada.

“The worst thing we can do is just give people food and clothing. We are not here to just be a crutch. Being in poverty gives us an open door to create transformative change in people’s lives.” v Aunt Pearl’s Cookie Project Benefitting the Lighthouse Outreach Center Saturday, December 12, 2015 Cookies for sale from 8:30am until sold out.

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