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Oklahoma Magazine is proud to present the 2013 Social Datebook – our handy guide to charitable events and programs in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. This annual supplement is just part of our commitment to philanthropy; we sponsor as many events as possible throughout the year and spotlight causes in the pages of Oklahoma Magazine. I hope you’ll find this a useful resource as you plan your social calendar for the year.

Oklahoma nonprofits have weathered rough financial times just like the rest of us. Even with the legendary generosity of Oklahomans, many organizations saw their budgets tighten or remain flat while demands for services reached an all time high. While things are looking up, it is still as important as ever to support local charities, and attending fundraising events is a great way to back the organizations and causes that are dear to you.

The 2013 Social Datebook includes a wide range of events, from the formal to the casual, so finding an event that fits your interests and your pocketbook is easy. There are many ways to support your favorite charities, and I hope you do that as well, but attending the events we’ve collected for you here is not only beneficial to our communities, it’s a whole lot of fun.

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? ! know the Ropes charitable giving not only feels good, but it can also save money at tax time.

Faced with ever-rising costs, the loss of government funding and an increasing demand for services, charities are responding by asking for larger contributions from more donors – and they’re asking more often than ever before.

Donating can be very confusing when trying to figure out what and how much to donate, and more importantly when tax time rolls around; will that donation count as a tax write-off?

According to information posted on the Internal Revenue Service’s website, here are a few tips everyone should know before deciding whether or not to donate to a charity and what charitable donations qualify as a deduction on one’s annual tax return.

Make sure the organization qualifies. Charitable contributions must be made to qualified organizations to be deductible. You can ask any organization whether it is a qualified organization or check IRS Publication 78, Cumulative List of Organizations. An updated list is also available at www.irs.gov.

You must itemize. Charitable contributions are deductible only if you itemize deductions using Form 1040, Schedule A. What you can deduct. You generally can deduct cash contributions and the fair market value of most property donated to a qualified

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organization. Special rules apply to several types of donated property, including clothing or household items, cars and boats.

Recordkeeping. Keep good records of any contribution you make, regardless of the amount. For any cash contribution, maintain a record of the contribution, such as a cancelled check, bank or credit card statement, payroll deduction record or a written statement from the charity containing the date and amount of the contribution and the name of the organization.

Pledges and payments. Only contributions made during the tax year are deductible. For example, if you pledged $500 in September but paid the charity only $200 by Dec. 31, you can only deduct $200.

Donations made near the end of the year.

Include credit card charges and payments by check in the year you give them to the charity, even though you may not pay the credit card bill or have your bank account debited until the next year.

Large donations. For any contribution of $250 or more, you need more than a bank record. You also must have a written acknowledgment from the organization. It must include the amount of cash and say whether the organization provided any goods or services in

exchange for the gift. If you donated property, the acknowledgment must include a description of the items and a good faith estimate of its value.

Tax exempt doesn’t always mean tax deductible. “We are tax exempt” does not necessarily mean that contributions are tax deductible. The IRS’s definition of tax exempt simply means the organization does not have to pay taxes. Tax deductible means the donor can deduct contributions to the organization on his or her federal income tax return.

The Internal Revenue Code defines more than 20 different categories of tax exempt organizations, but contributions to only a few of these categories are also tax deductible. Principal among tax deductible groups is the 501(c) (3) category, broadly termed “charitable” organizations.

According to additional information posted on the IRS’s website, the following are common types of charitable organizations.

• Churches and association of churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other religious organizations.

• Most nonprofit charitable organizations such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the Red Cross or the United Way. • Most nonprofit educational organizations, including the Boy (and Girl) Scouts of America, colleges, and museums.

• Nonprofit hospitals and medical research organizations.

• Utility company emergency energy programs, if the utility company is an agent for a charitable organization that assists individuals with emergency energy needs.

• Nonprofit volunteer fire companies.

• Public parks and recreation facilities.

• Civil defense organizations.

Barring this, there are still a few checks one can do to make sure a charity is legitimate and to demand accountability from a soliciting organization. According to information posted

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by the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance (www.bbb.org), here are a few basics to keep in mind to make sure you are not being scammed when giving a donation: • Check out the organization with the local charity registration office (usually a division of the state attorney general’s office) and with your local BBB. • Think twice about giving cash, especially if the contribution is more than a few dollars.

Always make contributions by check and make your check payable to the charity, not to the individual collecting the donation.

• Keep records of your donations (receipts, canceled checks, and bank statements) so you can document your charitable giving at tax time.

• Mail appeals should clearly identify the charity and describe its programs in clear and specific language.

• In reference to telephone, door-to-door, and street solicitations, make sure to ask a lot of questions. Don’t give a donation until you’re satisfied with the answers. Charities with nothing to hide will encourage your interest.

If you have questions about how an organization is using its funds or where the proceeds are going, the most effective way to obtain a response is to contact the chief financial officer or the bookkeeper for the organization and ask them to explain their use of funds for programs, administration, and fundraising.

a Final word Most questions about charitable giving can be found with a keystroke or the click of a mouse.

Great websites to check out include the Eastern Oklahoma Better Business Bureau at www. tulsa.bbb.org or the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits at www.oklahomacenterfornonprofits. org. The IRS also has a wealth of information located at www.irs.gov.

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Digital giving more people are utilizing online methods to donate to charitable organizations.

Material gift giving may be on its way out the door as more people are ditching conventional gift-giving and swapping it for charitable donations.

Charitable giving is quintessentially American, but now people are taking it to a whole new level as they utilize online avenues of donating and “giving back.”

More often, people are requesting donations to nonprofit organizations in lieu of flowers or gifts at memorable events such as weddings, birthdays and even funerals, according to charitable giving experts.

Jon Siegel, executive director of www. tisbest.org, says the business is committed to fostering the growth of non-material gift giving. The website is dedicated exclusively to charity gift cards.

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“We see ourselves as an alternate to a gift of ‘more stuff.’ That’s really the niche that we fit,” Siegel says. “What makes us unique is that the recipient of our gift card is the person who decides which charity gets the money.”

Siegel says the process is very engaging for the recipients of a charity gift card.

Online charitable giving is on the rise, and began appearing on the radar in 2007.

Charitable giving actually dropped significantly in 2008 and 2009 due to the recession, according to the Urban Institute’s Tax Policy and Charities project report.

Numbers increased slightly in 2010 with a 2.1 percent bump in inflation-adjusted dollars, according to Giving USA. The online giving trend picked up steam

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in 2010 following the earthquake in Haiti when the American Red Cross utilized not only internet donations for its relief efforts, but also text messaging.

Oklahoma Assistant Attorney General Julie Bays says natural disasters are often catalysts for a surge in charitable giving, both traditional and online.

“The American Red Cross and other organizations are now soliciting online a lot more than in the old days when a natural disaster occurs,” she says.

But natural disasters don’t have to occur for people to find ways to donate to their favorite organizations or to urge friends and family to donate.

Newlyweds are urging guests to donate to charities instead of buying wedding gifts, and people are giving charitable gift cards as birthday gifts in place of material gifts.

Non-material gift giving is on the rise, as more companies such as www. charitychoicegiftcards.com get more traffic on their websites when people search for “online charitable giving.”

Daniel Goodman, CharityChoice Gift Cards co-founder, says the idea of the charity gift card was born after board member Mark Finkel wanted to make a charitable donation in memory of the recently deceased father of a business associate.

Finkel had hoped to give a charitable gift card to the family since he didn’t know which cause was important to them, but he wasn’t able to find a website offering the service.

CharityChoice Gift Cards is now eight years old and boasts similarities – such as convenience and giving the recipient the gift of choice – to a traditional gift card, yet it’s more meaningful because a donation is being made to a good cause.

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society that helping others is something that’s meaningful or of value. If you give that as a gift it’s a very thoughtful gift.”

Other websites make it increasingly simple for people to donate.

Justgive.org provides an avenue for people to donate online to more than 1.8 million charities.

“JustGive was one of the first nonprofit organizations to channel the power of the internet for online giving. Our commitment to charitable causes inspires us to create new ways for you to find, learn about, and support virtually any charity, anytime. Our technology and nonprofit experience allow us to provide unique services, programs and advantages,” JustGive’s website states.

Younger people are typically embracing online giving more so than older generations, to date.

“It’s easier and faster, some ways more spontaneous,” Siegel says. “There’s a whole generation of donors that’s out there right now that’s so used to living in an online world that it’s not odd to them. It’s a bit more challenging for people who are used to writing a check and putting it in the mail.”

The wide availability of charitable giving websites also means that scammers are more prevalent and might be on the lookout for those new to the online giving world, Bays says “Our other role is to advise consumers to keep them from being deceived by deceptive charities and to be internet-savvy when they’re putting credit card or debit card numbers online,” she says.

Consumers should make sure they type in the correct website address of the charity they intend to donate to, and to keep their computer’s anti-virus software updated as an additional line of defense, she says. cHRiStiNa gooD Voice

Turning A (Non)Profit local experts give the ins and outs of planning a successful charity event.

There are hundreds of worthy charities across the state, some more established than others, but all in need of money and goods to carry out their mission. Charity events not only help a worthy cause, but also are great ways to unite a community around a larger purpose.

it’s been Done before Well, most of it has been done before.

With so many nonprofit organizations vying for people’s time and money, it’s important to make your event stand out.

“You have to create an event that is unique to people,” says Nicole Thomas, an event planner with more than 10 years of experience planning charity functions and owner of the Oklahoma City-based event planning company Epic Events. “I’m not disparaging my golf tournaments by any means, but (everyone) does a golf tournament.”

For years, Tulsa Advocates for the Protection of Children, a nonprofit that partners with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services to improve the lives of Tulsa’s abused and neglected children, held an annual event called “Stampede.” It was a simple event, with cocktails, a buffet and an auction, that had grown stale over the years.

“One of our younger members actually just said the party was boring,” says Marsha Hackler, event chairwoman for TAPC. TAPC saw dropping attendance and contributions and decided it was necessary to create a unique, new event to keep donors interested.

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contest. Participants are sponsored by local businesses or foundations and take lessons with their partners for months leading up to the event.

They then compete at a dinner benefiting TAPC. The event has found tremendous community support with some attendees asking the night of the event to participate the next year.

Also, when choosing your event, keep in mind who the event is catered to.

“Know your audience,” says Jane Rohweder, events coordinator in the Tulsa area for MakeA-Wish Foundation Oklahoma Chapter. “Make sure what you offer at the event is going to be something that that particular audience will buy into.”

Pick a Date Once you’ve found your unique idea, you’ve got to nail down a date.

“Look at a calendar and see what other competing events are there,” says Thomas.

This doesn’t only mean other nonprofit events. This being Oklahoma, remember that fall Saturdays are hallowed days for many people.

Attendance is easily affected when scheduling events during a Sooners or Cowboys game. And if your event is in Oklahoma City, consider what days Thunder home games fall on, suggests Thomas.

location, location, location As soon as you pick a date, secure a location.

Will you need a space with sound system capabilities for a concert? Do you need kitchen facilities? Is there enough lighting in your intended room?

“We probably looked at 10 to 12 venues to find a place that we could actually stage a dance contest in,” says Hackler.

Funds and Friends Soliciting sponsorships is critical.

“Generally, organizations make their money off of sponsors that help underwrite the event,” says Thomas.

What is made from entry fees and tickets is usually not enough to pay for most events themselves, according to Thomas.

Nonprofits often have little or no budget for activities beyond their stated purpose so every bit of sponsorship money is helpful.

With sponsors secured, you then “promote the hell out of it,” says Thomas. “You also want to get key people in the community involved with the event.”

Getting an important community figure involved with the event can help increase visibility. Past emcees for Dancing for Little Stars have been Tulsa television personalities

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Carole Lambert and Terry Hood, and a charity fight night organized annually by Thomas has featured boxing greats like Joe Frazier as guests.

Successful promotion not only can make for a successful event, but can also help a nonprofit in the long run.

“A lot of times with nonprofits, they look at events as fund raising and friend raising,” says Thomas. “That friend raising is going to sustain you past the event.”

While charity boxing matches and dance contests are a blast for the community, it’s important to remember why your charity event was planned in the first place. Keeping the beneficiary at the forefront helps all involved, says Rohweder.

“If everyone keeps their eye on the mission it turns out to be a successful event,” she says. moRgaN bRowNe

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a chilled atmosphere of hors d’oeuvres and drinks served at an ice bar decorated with ice sculptures and a fur-clad server. www.lifeseniorservices.org

Oklahoma Wedding Show Jan. 5

Bishop Kelley Trivia Night Jan. 26

Oklahoma Magazine An exquisite wedding begins at Expo Square’s Central Park Hall, where brides meet with the top vendors in wedding apparel, decorators, florists, event planners, caterers and representatives from amazing venues and accommodations. See what can happen at the fashion show and with demonstrations and samples. www.okmag.com

Toyland Ball Jan. 13

Parent Child Center of Tulsa This signature gala goes “chocolate, lollipops and gumballs galore” at the Hyatt Regency Tulsa to raise funds for the center working to prevent child abuse and nurture healthy families. www. parentchildcenter.org

Crime Commission Wine

Dinner Jan. 14 The Crime Commission Arrive with an appetite as Tulsa police and firefighters do their best to wait tables for tips that benefit the organization’s goal of improving safety and security for area citizens. www. crimecomok.org Below Zero Jan. 19

LIFE Senior Services Join the coolest party in town at the Mayo Hotel Ballroom for

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Bishop Kelley High School Teams accept the challenge of this annual trivia spectacular that also benefits Bishop Kelley High School. Look for it at the school gymnasium. www. bkelleyhs.org

Price Tower Gala Jan. 26

Price Tower Arts Center Look for this exciting night of entertainment, auctions and fun at the Bartlesville Community Center to support Price Tower’s programs promoting art, architecture and design. www.pricetower.org

of great items and packages and more. www.heart.org

Center’s annual affair of the heart. www.okeq.org

Holland Hall Trivia Night Feb. 2

Power to End Stroke Brunch Feb. 9

Holland Hall Alumni Association Sharpen your pencils and your mind for the annual benefit trivia game challenge at Holland Hall. www.hollandhall.org

American Heart Association The fun and informative event will take place at the Tulsa Technology Center Peoria Campus. www.heart.org/tulsa

Cooking Up Compassion

StreetCats, Inc. Helping stray and homeless cats find good homes has never been sweeter with this fundraiser serving desserts, wine and coffee at the Tulsa Historical Society. www. streetcatstulsa.org

Feb. 9 Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Tulsa Join the stir of great dining, a live auction and more at the Tulsa Convention Center Tulsa Ballroom for the organization’s work to serve the suffering. www. catholiccharitiestulsa.org

Heart of Henry Feb. 9

Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless Named for philanthropist Henry Zarrow, the award ceremony and dinner will take place at the Hyatt Regional Tulsa and will honor the late Walter Helmerich. www. tulsadaycenter.org

Wild Hearts Ball Feb. 9

Oklahomans for Equality Spend the night dancing, dining and enjoying the company of friends and loved ones at the Dennis R. Neill Equality

My Furry Valentine Feb. 10

Lunar New Year Celebration Feb. 10

Dillon International Inc. The international adoption organization holds it special celebration of the Asian holiday at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Tulsa to benefit the children and families served by Dillon. www. dillonadopt.com

Tulsa Area United Way Annual Meeting Feb. 12

Tulsa Area United Way The organization thanks contributors and the companies and organizations that contributed successful fundraising campaigns. www.tauw.org

A Taste of Tulsa Jan. 26

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma Tulsa’s finest restaurants offer their best at the Tulsa Convention Center Tulsa Ballroom, but don’t miss out on other fun events, auctions, live music and dancing. www.bbbsok.org

February Tulsa Heart Ball Feb. 2 American Heart Association Join the Tulsa AHA chapter to celebrate another year of supporting heart health research with the grand soiree at the Expo Square Exchange Center, complete with dining, auctions

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annual event benefiting the organization striving to help those with developmental disabilities achieve independence. www.homelifeok.org

Feb. 12 Quota International The Jazz Hall of Fame provides the backdrop to the fun-filled night of Cajun food, good music and a silent auction. www. quotatulsa.com

Bowl for Kids’ Sake

February-April Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma Teams raise money for the organization and enjoy fun at the lanes with pizza and prizes. www.bbbsok.org

Icons & Idols Feb. 16

Tulsa Ballet Black-tie glamour with cocktails, dinner, a live auction and an exquisite dance performance are planned at this benefit event for the acclaimed ballet company at the Tulsa Convention Center. www. tulsaballet.org

Buttercup Bash Feb. 16

Tulsa Boys’ Home The fifth annual cocktail charity event hosted by the Junior Women’s Association of the Tulsa Boys’ Home will take place at First Place Tower in downtown Tulsa. www. tulsaboyshome.org

Single in the City Feb. 22

Oklahoma Magazine sponsors the event at the IDL Ballroom featuring some of Oklahoma’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, each auctioned off for charity. www.okmag.com

Holland Hall Book Fair Feb. 23

Holland Hall School The school holds its big book sale for the 53rd year with a great selection of titles as well as DVDs, CDs, toys and games, all found at the middle school gym. www.hollandhall.org

Polar Plunge Feb. 23

Special Olympics Oklahoma Law enforcement professionals go for a dip in frigid waters all to support the athletes of SOOK. www. specialolympicsoklahoma.org

Beans, Jeans and Bingo Feb. 23

The Margaret Hudson Program Spend a Saturday afternoon having fun at this Bingo tournament and benefit event. www. margarethudson.org

Winterset Feb. 23 Osteopathic Founders Foundation One of Tulsa’s favorite winter galas returns to the DoubleTree by Hilton-Warren

Go Red For Women, American Heart Association Place with great food, entertainment and gifts. www. osteopathicfounders.org

Masquerade Ball Feb. 23 Visiting Nurse Association The organization’s annual fundraiser gala livens downtown Tulsa at the Mayo Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom with cocktails, a silent auction, live auction, costume contest and dancing. www.vnatulsa.org Excellence in Leadership

Gala Feb. 23 Leadership Oklahoma Awards will be given out for distinguished members of the community at Southern Hills Country Club. www. leadershipoklahoma.com 17th Puttin’ on the Dog

Feb. 28 LIFE Senior Services This year’s big gala evening at the Tulsa Convention Center celebrates the organization’s 40th year of helping seniors lead independent, energetic lives and remembering the roles our pets play in a happy life. www.seniorline.org

Hula Bowl Feb. TBA Operation Aware of Oklahoma The organization bringing positive programs and education to area youth hits the Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge with games and music for supporters. www.operationaware.org Ella Tea and Luncheon TBA

Homelife Association Enjoy a luncheon, style show and the silent auction at the

March CASA Casino: Win for Kids

March 1 Tulsa CASA Casino games and auctions of great items are served along with a fine dinner at the Hyatt Regency Tulsa to benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and its work on behalf of children. www.tulsacasa.org

Dream Builders Gala March 2 Habitat for Humanity Join in for the reception, dinner and dancing event, which includes silent and live auctions, at Southern Hills Country Club, and help the charitable organization build more houses for low income families. www. habitat-tulsa.org

Post Oak Lodge Challenge March 2-3

Tulsa Boys’ Home The event for elite runners benefits the organization. www. tulsaboyshome.org

Souper Sunday: Souper Safari March 3

Total Source for Hearing-loss and Access The annual event boasts allyou-can-eat soups, breads and desserts at SpiritBank Event Center, plus a silent auction. www.tsha.cc

Tulsa Memory Gala March 7

Alzheimer’s Association This experience goes “Across the Spectrum” with fine dining, wine, entertainment and more at the Tulsa Convention Center. www.alz.org

Red Ribbon Gala March 9

Tulsa CARES This elegant evening of auctions, entertainment and dining at Southern Hills Coun-

try Club raises funds to help those living with HIV. www. redribbongala.org

Saturday Night Fever: Mizel Goes Disco March 9

Mizel Jewish Community Day School The night belongs to the ‘70s with music and dancing with dinner to benefit the school’s scholarship fund. www.mizelschool.org

Denim & Diamonds March 9

Junior League of Tulsa The organization goes “Pearls and Prohibition: Speakeasy 1923” for this year’s night of entertainment, dinner, auctions and fun at Southern Hills Country Club. www.jltulsa.org

Red Cross Rescue Gala March 14

Tulsa Area Chapter American Red Cross The Tulsa Spirit Award and other recognitions are given at the Tulsa Convention Center, where dinner, a live auction, raffle and other activities are scheduled. www.tulsaredcross.org

31st Annual St. Patrick’s Day

5k Run March 16 Special Olympics Oklahoma Find your mark and get ready to run through the Brookside neighborhood and help SOOK athletes across the state. Go to RunnersWorld in Tulsa for more. www.sook.org Fur Ball March 23

Oklahoma Alliance for Animals The animal rescue organization holds its biggest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds go toward missions to end pet over population and promote the humane treatment of animals. www. animalallianceok.org

Abersons & Friends Warehouse Sale March 29

Family & Children’s Services Purchase designer clothing and home décor items along with many other products at select Tulsa retailers for up to 87 percent off at Family & Children’s Services, and help the organization. www.fcsok.org

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MHAT that includes celebration, food and items for auction at the Tulsa Convention Center. www.bestpartyintown.org

March for Babies March 30 March of Dimes Be in the frontlines of making sure more babies are born healthy with this event at Oral Roberts University. www. marchofdimes.com/oklahoma Tatas & Tinis March TBA

Oklahoma Project Woman The cocktail-themed party at the Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center at Hillcrest Medical Center raises money for free mammograms and breast health education for low-income women in Oklahoma. www. oklahomaprojectwoman.org

Sip for Sight Gala March TBA

Prevent Blindness Oklahoma All are welcome to enjoy a silent auction and a five-course meal created and prepared by a local celebrity chef at the annual wine tasting gala. www. preventblindnessok.org

April Tulsa’s New Leaders April 4 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

The premier black-tie gala honors Tulsa’s rising new leaders with a night of recognition, dinner, music and an auction benefiting the organization. www.cff.org/chapters/tulsa

Get ready to watch local celebrities cut a rug at this 1950sthemed dance showdown event and gala at the Union Multipurpose Activity Center. www.tulsahospitalityhouse.org

annual event that includes a fashion show to support programs aiding women in crisis pregnancy. www. catholiccharitiestulsa.org

The Monarch Ball April 5

Aquarium Run April 6

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Join the walk to fund research of multiple sclerosis for families everywhere at Veterans Park. www.nationalmssociety.org

Dinner and Auction April 6

Blank Canvas 2013 April 11 Youth Services of Tulsa Eight talented chefs get creative with one secret ingredient for some great fun at the Tulsa Convention Center to benefit the youth support organization. www.yst.org

Domestic Violence Intervention Service This new black-tie event is ready to “Emerge & Take Flight” with dinner and dancing at the Tulsa Convention Center to support DVIS programs. www.dvis.org Bishop Kelley High School Parents and teachers join to raise money for high school students through the Bishop Kelley High School Foundation, which subsidizes educational extras. www.bkelleyhs.org

Fight for Air Climb April 6

American Lung Association This race up 50 flights of stairs in the BOK Tower is not for the easily intimidated, just those with the will to go the distance fundraising for the association. www.lung.org

Dancing with Our Stars Gala April 6

Hospitality House of Tulsa

Oklahoma Aquarium Tackle the half-marathon, 10k, 5k or the one-mile fun run before enjoying the activities to follow. www.okaquarium.org

Celebrate Life Gala April 12

Crisis Pregnancy Outreach The organization helping mothers and children gets much needed help from this event at Oklahoma Aquarium with live and silent auctions and dinner. www. crisispregnancyoutreach.org

Woman of the Year Luncheon

April 12 Tulsa Panhellenic Council The annual luncheon held at Tulsa Country Club will be a “Rush Through the Decades” with a silent auction of gourmet and designer baskets. www.tulsapanhellenic.org

SpringFest Garden Market & Festival April 12-13 Tulsa Garden Center Find help planning your garden at the event with vendors in all things spring while welcoming in the season with entertainment and activities at the Tulsa Garden Center. www. tulsagardencenter.com

2013 Promise Ball April 13 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation The elegant evening features live and silent auctions and a special Fund a Cure portion at the Tulsa Convention Center to support type 1 diabetes research. www.jdf.org Madonna House Tea and Fashion Show April 13

Painted Pony Ball, The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis

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Catholic Charities Madonna House Tea will be served at Southern Hills Country Club along with special surprises during the

MS Walk Tulsa April 13

William Booth Society Annual Benefit Dinner

April 18 Salvation Army Tulsa Area Command Keynote speaker to be announced for the gala affair raising awareness and funds for the organization’s clients. Look for it at the Tulsa Convention Center. www.uss. salvationarmy.org

Magic and Mystery on the Nile April 19

Tulsa Opera This event for Tulsa’s premier opera performance organization includes cocktails, dinner and numbers for the opera Aida along with fashion. www. tulsaopera.org

Rendezvous April 19 Gilcrease Museum The work of renowned Western artists Martin Grelle and Herb Mignery highlight this annual art sale and reception at the museum. The exhibit runs April 18-July 14. www. gilcrease.utulsa.edu Tulsa Heart Walk April 20 American Heart Association Get moving to ONEOK Field where the walk and other activities go to benefit the AHA and its work in the Tulsa region. www.tulsaheartwalk.org 16th Annual Rebuild Day April 20

Rebuilding Together Tulsa Join the effort and work in teams to repair and make homes safe and secure for low-income individuals and families in Tulsa. www. rebuildingtogethertulsa.org

Dance of the Two

Moons April 20 Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa The annual dinner and dance

event that includes great entertainment will be at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and support the IHCRC pediatric health program.

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ONE Awards April 20 Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits (ONE) The organization will honor outstanding nonprofit groups with awards and funding during an evening of dinner and cocktails at Southern Hills Country Club. www. oklahomacenterfornonprofits.org Garden Party April 20

Little Light House Brunch is served with a side of bidding in the silent and live auctions at the Tulsa Convention Center and benefiting the school serving young children with special needs. www. littlelighthouse.org

Gospel, Grits & Gershwin

April 20 Booker T. Washington Foundation for Excellence Breakfast is on the menu at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame for this 17th annual fundraiser helping Booker T. Washington High School with extra dollars for school expenses. www. btwfoundation.net

Chefs for the Cure April 20 Susan G. Komen for the Cure Enjoy a delicious way to stand against breast cancer. The event includes live music, wine and beer, cocktails and gourmet cuisine. www. komentulsa.org

Education Great dining and more await at participating area restaurants, which donate a portion of sales for the night to H.O.P.E. and its fight to prevent HIV and AIDS. www.hopetesting.org

CANdlelight Ball April 26

Child Abuse Network Dine by candlelight while enjoying the champagne, music and surprises in the Mayo Hotel’s Grand Hall and Crystal Ballroom for one unforgettable night. www.childabusenetwork.org

Street Party 2013 April 26

Street School Get ready to party again for programming at the alternative high school at the Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom. www.streetschool.org

Green Leaf Gala April 26

Up With Trees The urban tree-planting organization books its annual fundraiser and evening of cocktails, appetizers, dinner and auctions at the new Aloft Hotel in downtown Tulsa. www.upwithtrees.org

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Gatsby! April 27 Cascia Hall Preparatory School The school invites families, alumni and friends to a party straight out of the Roaring Twenties with dinner, entertainment and auctions at the Mayo Hotel. www.casciahall.org

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Survivors Luncheon April 27 Susan G. Komen for the Cure The inaugural luncheon brings together survivors and supporters to fund support, awareness and research of breast cancer. www.komentulsa.org

Tulsa Charity Fight

Race Against Racism April 27 YWCA Tulsa In its third year, the race to promote racial justice and empower women (including a one-mile walk/run and the 5k) will start from ONEOK Field and John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park. www. ywcatulsa.org

Prix April 20 Child Abuse Network This national level equestrian event is a fundraiser featuring some of the best horse show-jumping teams around at Expo Square. www. childabusenetwork.org Night April 25 Beneficiary TBD The black-tie boxing event annually boasting sport’s biggest celebrities will be at the Hyatt Regency Tulsa and will benefit a local organization. www. tulsacharityfightnight.com Dining Out for Life April 25

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Holland Hall Auction April 27 Holland Hall School This year’s auction takes “Oklahoma Routes” with great travel packages and more items for bid at the Holland

Carnivale, Mental Health Association in Tulsa Hall Middle School gym. www. hollandhall.org

Aviator Ball April 27 Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium Look for live entertainment along with exciting auctions and sumptuous dining and appetizers as well as complimentary wine and beverages to benefit the museum’s ongoing programs and offerings. www. tulsaairandspacemuseum.org Vestido Rojo April 27

American Heart Association The free and informative event seeks to tell Hispanic women about heart disease and stroke and takes place at the Tulsa Technology Center Memorial Complex. www. heart.org/tulsa

FTS Designer Showcase Gala April 27

Foundation for Tulsa Schools Enjoy the food, wine and fine atmosphere in a speciallydecorated residence created especially for this fundraiser benefiting Tulsa students. www. foundationfortulsaschools.org

Artscape April 28 Tristesse Grief Center Art and festivities highlight the event that benefits the center’s mission of grief advocacy, support and education. Look for Artscape at the Summit

Club in downtown Tulsa www. thegriefcenter.org

Wish Upon a Par Golf Tournament April 29

Make-A-Wish Foundation Tulsa The annual event raises money for the organization making dreams come true for children with life-threatening illness. www.oklahoma.wish.org

Empty Bowls April 30 Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma The food bank’s hunger and awareness fundraiser dinner once more serves savory soups with special art pieces along with an auction of unique works to bring in funding and attention to the local need. www.cfbeo.org Operation Aware Concert April TBA

Operation Aware of Oklahoma Families are invited to enjoy a night of jams with their favorite local musicians at the University of Tulsa Reynolds Center. www.operationaware.org

MIX April TBA Philbrook Museum of Art The rooftops of downtown Tulsa are alive for this new dance and entertainment event for the museum. www. philbrook.org

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Enjoy a special luncheon at the Tulsa Convention Center with great company and words on preventing heart disease and stroke in women at this annual event. www.heart.org

The dinner and awards presentation continues honoring those sharing their unique contributions and world perspective with the community. www.tulsaglobalalliance.org

Holland Hall Golf Tournament May 13

Arthritis Walk May TBA Arthritis Foundation The family event will have a children’s play area, activities for dogs, a health fair and a variety of track options at Whiteside Park to raise funds for research and programs. www. arthritis.org

Holland Hall School Enjoy the game for the good of Holland Hall schools and its programs. www.hollandhall.org

The CF Golf Classic May 13 Green Tie Gala, Catholic Charities

Senior Star Round Up May 5

The Center Polo Classic

April/May TBA The Center The inaugural polo match benefiting the organization supporting individuals with physical challenges is set to take off this spring in midtown Tulsa. www.tulsacenter.org

May Philbrook Garden Party

May 3-4 Philbrook Museum of Art Get your dance shoes on for entertainment, food by exclusive chefs and more at Philbrook Museum for “Gatsby in the Garden,” celebrating the museum’s 75th anniversary. www.philbrook.org

Run for the Roses May 4

Tulsa Boys’ Home The Kentucky Derby-themed party and auction events benefit the Tulsa Boys’ Home, which offers structure, supervision and treatment to its young clients. www.tulsaboyshome.org

Equality Gala May 4

Oklahomans for Equality Join the party for equality, freedom and fun at the Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom for dancing, dining and more. www.okeq.org

5 x 5 May 5

Tulsa Artists’ Coalition It’s first come, first sold at the fundraiser of small-sized works by area artists in the Brady Arts District gallery. www. tacgallery.org

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LIFE Senior Services Western swing rules the dance floor at Cain’s Ballroom once more at this special event benefiting the senior services organization. www.seniorline.org

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation It begins with a shotgun start, and along the way supporters enjoy a great day of events that includes breakfast, lunch, an awards party, dinner and cocktails at Cedar Ridge Country Club. www.cff.org/ chapters/tulsa

Old Bags Luncheon May 6

Great Strides Walk May 18 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Supporting the search to find a cure for cystic fibrosis is as easy as a walk at Centennial Park.

The family event includes breakfast, lunch, games and more. www.cff.org/chapters/tulsa

Tulsa Boys’ Home Golf Classic May 6-7

May 29 Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless Tulsa celebrities play ball at ONEOK Field for the audience in the annual fundraiser game for the center sheltering Tulsa’s homeless. www. tulsadaycenter.org

Crosstown Learning Center Enjoy a unique champagne luncheon, fashion show and silent auction of more than 300 new and gently used designer handbags and accessories at Southern Hills Country Club. www.crosstowntulsa.org

Tulsa Boys’ Home The annual gold tournament and fundraiser will be at Patriot Golf Club in Owasso. www. tulsaboyshome.org

Business Excellence Dinner

May 7 Junior Achievement Tulsa Look for the event’s cocktail reception, silent auction and dinner at the Tulsa Convention Center, where QuikTrip CEO Chet Cadieux will be honored. www.tulsa.ja.org

Goodwill Annual Awards Luncheon May 7

Goodwill Industries of Tulsa The annual luncheon recognizing outstanding individuals in the community and organizations will be at the Tulsa Southern Hills Marriott Hotel.

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Home Run for the Homeless

Harwelden Awards &

Gala May TBA Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa Individuals and organizations in the Tulsa area are honored for their work in the arts or the furthering of local arts at the French bistro-themed event at Harwelden Mansion held in remembrance of the late patron Katie Westby. www.ahct.org Rhinestone Cowboy May TBA Volunteers of America of Oklahoma Glitz up the boots and a pair of jeans for a night of entertainment and fun with the Volunteers of America at Expo Square. www.voaok.org

Bartlett Regatta Launch Party May TBA

The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges A dinner and silent and live auctions liven up the activities heading into the main regatta event on Grand Lake. www. tulsacenter.org

Cups & Cuffs May TBA

Tulsa Crime Commission It’s time to gather the office team and head for the Southern Hills Country Club greens to raise money. www. crimecomok.org

June Brainiac Ball June 1

Family & Children’s Services Get ready for the annual benefit trivia challenge that includes a live auction of items, dinner and entertainment. www.fcsok.org

Tour de Cure Tulsa June 1 American Diabetes Association Participants bike to raise money for diabetes research and community education. The event will begin at Hillcrest Hospital South. www.diabetes.org 25th Henry P. Iba Citizen Athlete Awards June 3

Rotary Club of Tulsa Foundation The Rotary Club recognizes exceptional athletes that exemplify good citizenship and community leadership at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center. www. ibaawards.com

STARS June 3 Go Red for Women Luncheon Global Visions Awards Dinner LOOK Musical Theatre

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Oklahoma Restaurant Association Oklahoma City chefs serve up their best for the Tulsa crowd at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Tulsa for this fundraiser event for the association’s Hospitality Career Initiative, which will send Tulsa chefs to OKC for a similar event. www.okrestaurants.com

Wild Brew July 27 Sutton Avian Research Center Sit, sip and be thrilled by the variety of artisan and specialty beers on tap at the affair bringing in tastes of Tulsa-area restaurants at Expo Square. www.wildbrew.org

Memory Gala, Alzheimer’s Association ment event at Southern Hills Country Club which heralds the company’s big summer season. www.lightoperaok.org

Links for Little Ones Golf Tournament June 3

The Little Light House The golf benefit for the school for children with special needs will be at Southern Hills Country Club golf course. www. littlelighthouse.org

Strike Night June 4

Tulsa Sports Commission You’ll need your bowling shoes for this fundraiser for the sports commission taking place at the lanes at Andy B’s Entertainment with the Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce. www.tulsachamber.com

St. John Street Party 2013 June 8 St. John Medical Center “Light up the Night” at this year’s big street party event, which includes live music from the Fabulous Mid Life Crisis Band, a wine tasting and great eats from some of T-Town’s favorite restaurants.

The event benefits the In His Image Family Medicine Residency training program. www.stjohnhealthsystem. com/streetparty

Night of Hospitality

visiting Tulsa’s Trek Expo at the DoubleTee by Hilton HotelWarren Place will benefit the school for children with special needs. www.trekexpo.net

Boys & Girls Club Charity Golf Tournament June 22

Salvation Army Tulsa Area Command The big play takes place at the Tulsa Country Club and supports programming at six Tulsa Salvation Army Boys & Girls clubs. www.uss. salvationarmy.org

June 13 Hospitality House of Tulsa Help deliver waiting room survival kits to hospital waiting rooms in Tulsa and Owasso, and help families waiting for loved ones undergoing crisis emergency care in Tulsa area hospitals. www. tulsahospitalityhouse.org

Relay for Life (Tulsa) June 28

Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa Join the Friends for cocktails and dinner during the annual Chautauqua festival, which features portrayers of significant figures of the past in special performances at OSU-Tulsa. www.ahct.org

Top of the Town June 13 Child Care Resource Center of Tulsa The fifth annual event once more takes guests to the rooftops of Tulsa’s tallest buildings, where great food, views and company await. www. ccrctulsa.org

Chip in to Rebuild June TBA

2013 Vintage Tulsa: The Oil Barons Ball June 7

Youth at Heart Charity Golf Tournament June 17

Friends of Oklahoma Chautauqua June 4-8

Tulsa Historical Society Dress for a formal dinner and dancing straight out of the era of Tulsa’s oil giants when THS hosts a sophisticated and modern evening at the Travis Mansion also sponsored by Oklahoma Magazine. www. tulsahistory.org

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Youth at Heart Swing for kids at the Golf Club of Oklahoma, Broken Arrow. www.youthatheart.org

Supper with the Stars

June 22 The Little Light House Supper with film and TV stars

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American Cancer Society Your participation helps the organization take more steps to researching cancer and educating communities about preventing it. Relay takes place at ONEOK Field. www. relayforlife.org/tulsaok

Rebuilding Together Tulsa The fourth annual golf tournament benefits the organization’s work to help low-income people and families with home repairs will take place. www. rebuildingtogethertulsa.org

Redbuds and Runways

June TBA Up With Trees Urban forestry and fashion join forces for one fantastic event. www.upwithtrees.org

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RSVP Tulsa Gala July 27 Retired Senior Volunteer Program RSVP Tulsa invites you to party at the Hard Rock Tulsa Hotel & Casino for a night of auctions and entertainment to benefit its work with seniors in the community. www. rsvptulsa.org Tulsa Sports Commission Golf Tournament July TBA

Tulsa Sport Commission The fundraiser event will be at Patriot Golf Club, Owasso. www.tulsasports.org

August Uncorking the Cure Aug. 1 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Winning wines, delicious hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions – it’s what the night is about during this fundraiser at the International Center in downtown Tulsa. www. nationalmssociety.org Mustache Bash Aug. 3

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation The pub crawl takes place in the Blue Dome District in downtown Tulsa and features great prizes along with special beers and food. www.cff.org/ chapters/tulsa

Close/MS Regatta Launch Party Aug. 15

National Multiple Sclerosis Society The sailing race has yet to begin, but the 34th annual launch party is on at the Home Builders

Association of Greater Tulsa. www.nationalmssociety.org/ok

H.O.P.E. DIVAS Aug. 23

Health Outreach Prevention Education Area singers and musicians share the stage for the annual benefit concert raising funds for the organization’s work to prevent HIV. www. hopetesting.org.

Habitat Fore Humanity Golf Classic Aug. 26

Habitat for Humanity The annual game moves to the Patriot Golf Club in Owasso. www.habitat-tulsa.org

Operation Aware Charity Golf Tournament Aug. TBA

Operation Aware of Oklahoma The annual tournament raising funds that help youth and children make better choices will be at Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow. www. operationaware.org

Harwelden Murder Mystery

Aug. TBA Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa Dinner theater becomes an interactive showcase of fun at this annual comedy and mystery play at the Harwelden Mansion. www.ahct.org

McDazzle Aug. TBA Ronald McDonald House The black tie gala is back with cocktail reception, dinner, live music, auctions and more to benefit “The House That Love Built.” www.rmhtulsa.org Bridging the Gap Walk Aug. TBA

The Bridges Foundation The annual walk benefits the foundation and its goal to connect individuals with developmental disabilities to meaningful employment. www.thebridgesfound.org

Bartlett Regatta Aug./ Sept. TBA The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges Supporters set sail on Grand Lake and the Arrowhead Yacht Club for the center’s biggest fundraiser. www.tulsacenter.org

September Chapters: A Casual Evening of Books, Bards and Bites Sept. 6

Tulsa City-County Library’s Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service Oklahoma writers share their works and thoughts with library supporters over great food and wine at the Hardesty Regional Library to benefit the Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service. 918.549.7364

Day of Caring Sept. 6

Tulsa Area United Way Thousands of volunteers work on hundreds of projects helping TAUW’s associate agencies in the annual fundraiser campaign kick-off. www.tauw.org

Close/MS Regatta Sept. 7 National Multiple Sclerosis Society The sailing race for research and advocacy sets out at Windycrest Sailing Club on Lake Keystone. www. nationalmssociety.org/ok

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Sept. 7 Emergency Infant Services Enjoy the fun, music and dance at the Tulsa Convention Center for this important benefit that provides help for emergency care of children, 5 and under, of families in need of assistance. www. emergencyinfantservices.org

12th Annual Junior Achievement Classic Sept. 9 Junior Achievement Tulsa This year’s classic will take place at Patriot Golf Club in Owasso. www.tulsa.ja.org

Western Days 2013 Sept. 10 Saint Simeon’s Foundation A formal dinner, silent and live auctions, wine pull and much more are in store for the Western-themed event at Expo Square’s Central Park Hall.

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Route 66 CPA Run Sept. 14

The Crime Commission Both the one-mile fun run and the 5k run will begin from The University of Tulsa’s Chapman Stadium. 918.585.5290

Gatesway Balloon Festival Sept. 16-19 Gatesway Foundation The family ballooning event features more than 30 hot air balloons, balloon competitions, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors and great food, all to raise awareness of developmental disabilities. www.gatesway.org

Cattle Barons Ball Sept. 20

American Cancer Society A gala event with Western flair that includes dinner, entertain-

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ment, live and silent auctions, a raffle, midway games and more at Post Oak Lodge. www.tulsacattlebaronsball.org

Art of BBQ Sept. 20-21 Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa The Blue Dome District is open to all with a taste for awardwinning barbecue and an appetite to support art in Tulsa. www.ahct.org 2013 Race for the Cure

Sept. 21 Susan G. Komen Foundation Join the race to advance research, education, screening and treatment of breast cancer at ONEOK Field. www. komentulsa.org

Bike MS Oklahoma Sept. 21-22 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Take the two-day trek and challenge on Historic Route 66 and benefit a good cause with hundreds of other cyclists across the state. www. nationalmssociety.org The Foundation Cup Sept. 23 Foundation for Tulsa Schools Play through at Southern Hills Country Club for this four-person scramble to benefit Tulsa schools. www. foundationfortulsaschools.org An Evening of Wine and

Roses Sept. 27 Tulsa Garden Center

One of Tulsa’s favorite wine and food events of the fall returns with an outstanding collection of wines to sample plus delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts at the Tulsa Garden Center. www. tulsagardencenter.com

CF Climb and Crossfit Challenge Sept. 28

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Take the challenge of a stadium climb plus the optional Crossfit afterwards at the University of Tulsa H.A. Chapman Stadium for the organization. www.cff.org

Concours for the Cure Sept. 29 American Diabetes Association Vintage, classic, antique and exotic – some of the finest examples of automobile excellence and appreciation will be part of the eighth annual Concours event benefiting the Eastern Oklahoma chapter at Southern Hills Country Club. www.diabetes.org Mini Laps Sept. TBA

Little Light House Little Light House students show their pride in costume on the school’s track to raise funds for the LLH programs. www. littlelighthouse.org

Junior Achievement Classic Golf Tournament Sept. TBA Junior Achievement Tulsa Players tee off at Owasso’s Patriot Golf Club for JAT’s education programs. www. tulsa.ja.org

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Tournament Sept. TBA Bishop Kelley High School www.bkelleyhs.org Theatre Tulsa Kickoff Party

Sept. TBA Theatre Tulsa The longest-running community theater group west of the Mississippi invites all to see what it’s all about with a party, sneak peak at the new season, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments along with opportunities to meet the directors and more. www.theatretulsa.org

Fashion’s Night Out Sept. TBA Join the glamour at various shops and stores in Tulsa for a day of high fashion, runway shows, designers, shopping opportunities and trunk shows benefiting area charitable organizations. www. fashionsnightouttulsa.com

Art in Architecture Sept. TBA

October Tulsa Hall of Fame Induction

Ceremony Oct. 7 Tulsa Historical Society The society honors local leaders at the annual gala celebrating Tulsa personalities and accomplishments, held at Southern Hills Country Club. www.tulsahistory.org The Big Event Oct. 9

Brush Creek Youth Ranch & New Life House, Oklahoma Teen Challenge Live and silent auctions benefiting the youth at Brush Creek is the perfect start to a weekend of fall shopping and the annual Brush Creek Bazaar (Oct. 11-13) held at the Barn in south Tulsa. www. brushcreekbazaar.org

24th Annual American Airlines Charity Golf Tournament Oct. 14

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Dinner, live music and an art auction of special works takes place at a private residence, where guests are made to feel welcome. www.cff.org/ chapters/tulsa

Special Olympics Oklahoma More than 200 golfers from around the country play the greens at Broken Arrow’s Golf Club of Oklahoma to benefit SOOK athletes. www.sook.org

Savoring Sister Cities

Transitional Living Center of Oklahoma This stroll through the Blue Dome District includes the best of what four special restaurants have to offer plus music, information about the Lindsey House for homeless mothers and their children, plus dessert at trail’s end at the IDL Ballroom. www.tlcok.org

Sept. TBA Tulsa Global Alliance Central Center Sample Tulsa’s eight international sister cities at one event. www.tulsaglobalalliance.org

Savour & Stroll Oct. 14

Cooking for a Cause Gala

Oct. 17 Iron Gate Tulsa The organization helping Tulsa’s hungry with daily meals gets a little help from supporters at this annual gala event. www. irongatetulsa.org

Badges & Barbeques Oct. 24 The Crime Commission Area law enforcement and fire department personnel battle to rule the pit at Christiansen Aviation/Jones Airport. www. crimecomok.org

Kegs and Corks Oct. 25 Renaissance Ball, Oklahoma City Museum Of Art

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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation At this wine and beer tasting fundraiser, more than 20 of

and awareness programs. www.lung.org

Festival of Trees Nov. 23-

Dec. 15 Philbrook Museum of Art The halls of are always decked for the holidays with winter-inspired artworks and professionally created trees, all of which are for sale at this annual exhibit and benefit. www. philbrook.org

Bruce G. Weber Tennis Classic Tulsa’s finest eating establishments bring you their best to sample. Also watch for the auctions, wine pull and other activities at the Tulsa Convention Center. www.cff.org/ chapters/tulsa

2013 Sherwin Miller Museum Gala Oct. 26

Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art This event recognizes leaders of Tulsa and Oklahoma’s Jewish communities and benefits the museum’s programs. www.jewishmuseum.net

Through a Child’s Eye: Lost and Found Oct. 29

Tulsa Girls Art School Bid on luxury furnishings created by TGAS students in collaboration with Tulsa area artists and designers at this event at the Tulsa Historical Society. www.tulsagirlsartschool.com

Mvskoke Hall of Fame

Oct. TBA Muscogee (Creek) Nation The Mvskoke Hall of Fame was created to acknowledge and honor the accomplishments of the Muscogee (Creek) citizens that have brought recognition to and/or have made outstanding contribution to the quality of life and development of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation on a local, national, or international level. The Mvskoke Hall of Fame raises funds for the Creek Nation Foundation and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Festival. www.muscogeenation–nsn.gov

Laps for Little Ones Oct. TBA

Little Light House

Join the walk and run at Cascia Hall School, where supporters get moving to raise funds for the school serving children with special needs. www. littlelighthouse.org

helping to bring out positive change in community health.

Celebrity keynote speaker will be announced later. www. championsofhealth.org

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Holland Hall School Holland Hall’s benefit art show and sale features the work of a new artist-in-residence plus more each year at the Walter Arts Center on the school’s campus. www.hollandhall.org

Momentum Tulsa: Art

Doesn’t Stand Still Oct. TBA Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition Living Arts of Tulsa hosts the exhibition of interactive, multimedia work featuring Oklahoma artists, all 30 or younger. www. momentumoklahoma.org Fashion A Cure Pink Ribbon Event Oct. TBA

Okalhoma Project Woman Sponsored in part by Oklahoma Magazine, the event brings in essential funding to help the uninsured afford mammograms. www. oklahomaprojectwoman.com

Painted Pony Ball Oct. TBA

Children’s Hospital Foundation at Saint Francis Guests are guaranteed an exciting evening of entertainment along with dinner and silent and live auctions. 918.502.6761

Champions of Health

Gala Oct. TBA Oklahoma Caring Foundation The foundation celebrates the people and organizations

Storybook Gala Nov. 1

The Gatesway Foundation The foundation helping individuals with learning disabilities find opportunities will have its 50th anniversary blow-out at the Mayo Hotel. www.gatesway.org

Collectors’ Reserve Nov. 7 Gilcrease Museum Great works are up for sale at this prominent art show and evening with artists benefiting the museum’s programming. Exhibit of the works runs Oct. 26-Nov. 10. www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu Signature Chefs Auction

Nov. 8 March of Dimes Featured chefs cook up unbelievable dishes for this premier auction event at the Mayo Hotel. www.marchofdimes. com/oklahoma

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Tulsa Area United Way Watch for this reception of hors d’oeuvres and wine celebrating successful fundraising campaign efforts. www. tauw.org

Beaujolais Nouveau Nov. 16 American Lung Association Enjoy a glass of beaujolais and stay for the events at Cain’s Ballroom as the organization raises money for its education

Turkey Trot Nov. 22 Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless Here’s a way to work off all that Thanksgiving stuffing and other goodies the day after the big holiday. Proceeds benefit the homeless support center. www.fleetfeettulsa.com Annual Champagne & Chocolate Gala Nov. 23

Living Arts of Tulsa This spectacular fundraiser for Tulsa’s premier contemporary arts gallery and institute is a holiday sale, silent auction and all-around treat for patrons who step onto the red carpet at Living Arts of Tulsa. www. livingarts.org

Ihloff Fall Show Nov. TBA

Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa Innovation, style and imagination are the stars of the annual runway show for hair and fashion that includes live entertainment and more at the Tulsa Convention Center. www. ahct.org

2013 Walk to Cure Diabetes & Golden Sneaker 5k Nov. TBA Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation OU-Tulsa Schusterman Center. www.jdrf.org/tulsa-green

Taste of Brookside Nov. TBA

Youth Services of Tulsa When Brookside restaurants compete, you win, and so does YST’s programming for area youth in crisis. www.yst.org

Holiday Market Nov. TBA Junior League of Tulsa The doors open for a shopping extravaganza of unique gift items as well as clothes, jewelry and more to pamper yourself. www.jltulsa.org

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Power to DREAM Achievers Award Banquet Nov. TBA The DREAM Institute Honors go out at the ninth annual dinner and awards event that also includes a reception and silent auction at the Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills. www. dreaminstitute.org

Center Holiday Mart Nov. TBA The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges The arts, crafts and horticulture creations made by clients of the Center go on sale to benefit the Center’s mission, but 80 percent of the proceeds got to the artists. www. tulsacenter.org

Commitment to a Cure

Nov. TBA Arthritis Foundation The luncheon annually raises funds for the foundation’s Eastern Oklahoma chapter with an insightful program. www.arthritis.org

December LOOK Holiday Supper Dec. 1

LOOK Musical Theatre Dine with other supporters as the company serves great entertainment and previews of its approaching summer season are the highlights of this annual event. www.lightoperaok.org

Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award Dinner Dec. 6

Tulsa Library Trust The trust awards an accomplished author with a distinguished body of work at the black-tie dinner and invites patrons to join at Central Library. 918.549.7364

Mistletoe Run Dec. 7

Health Outreach Prevention Education Run through downtown Tulsa to stay warm and to raise funds for the organization, which works to provide testing of HIV to prevent AIDS and offer support to patients. www. hopetesting.org

Tulsa Jingle Bell Run

Dec. TBA Arthritis Foundation Here comes Santa Claus in sneakers jogging down Peoria for the annual benefit run in Brookside. www.arthritis.org

RSVP Annual Dinner

Dec. TBA Retired Senior Volunteer Program Awards will be presented to RSVP volunteers at the event.

Board officers and the advisory council will also be elected. www.rsvptulsa.org

OKC January St. Anthony Celebrity Chef

Jan. 17 St. Anthony Foundation The fun starts at the Rapp Foundation Conference Center at Saints Medical Plaza in OKC where a surprise celebrity chef will hold a live cooking demonstration event focused on heart health for St. Anthony Hospital. www.ssmhc.com

OKC Charity Fight Night

Jan. 24 Oklahoma City Police Athletic League Get ready to rumble at this big event featuring this year “Kid” Carson Jones defending his USBA Welterweight Championship. Ray BoomBoom Mancini is the night’s celebrity host at the Coca-Cola Bricktown Events Center. www. okcfightnight.com

Snowflake Gala Jan. 25

United Way of Central Oklahoma Celebrate another successful fundraising campaign with the UWCO at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum with 500 other guests

enjoying dinner, entertainment and an awards presentation. www.unitedwayokc.org

Boots and Ball Gowns Gala

Jan. 26 Infant Crisis Services The annual Western-themed gala celebrates the organization’s work and raises funds to do more at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. www.infantcrisis.org

Doors to a Brighter Future Jan. TBA

Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity Artists paint on inventory items from COHH’s Renovation Station. Those painted tiles, doors and other unique items will be displayed and sold in a silent auction during the Oklahoma City Home & Garden Show. www. centraloklahomahabitat.org

February Chocolate Festival Feb. 2

Norman Firehouse Art Center The 31st annual festival at the National Center for Employee Development continues its streak offering a dazzling array of confectionary creations to benefit the center’s programs. www.normanfirehouse.com

Casino Night Feb. 2

Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School The school’s PTO presents an evening of fun, casual entertainment with great auctions and games for parents and sponsors. www.bmhs.us

Roundup Shindig Feb. 9

Children’s Hospital Foundation The cowboy-themed fundraiser at Riverwind Casino Showplace Theatre will include dining, dancing, auctions and entertainment with a western flair. www.okchf.org

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Feb. 9 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma Join the organization that seeks to build strong communities through mentoring relationships between youth and adults for an awesome evening of great food as well

as fun activites, auctions and live music. www.bbbsok.org

Polar Plunge Feb. 16

Special Olympics Oklahoma Law enforcement professionals go for a dip in Oklahoma City during the typically frigid month of April, all to support the athletes of SOOK. www. specialolympicsoklahoma.org

Juliette Lowe Leadership Society Luncheon Feb. 21

Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma The event benefits Girls Scouts to help girls become leaders of courage, confidence and character. Luncheon will be held at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club with guest speakers Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush. www. gswestok.org

Single in the City Feb. 23 YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City Some of Oklahoma’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes are auctioned in a night filled with live music, fashion and fun to benefit YMCA. www.okmag.com Oklahoma City Heart Ball

Feb. 23 American Heart Association Join the cause of better heart health at the gala benefit at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, where patrons are recognized for their support. www.heart.org

St. Pat’s Parade Grand Marshal’s Green Tie Gala

Feb. 23 Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Sanctuary At parade’s end, join the benefit at Devon Tower and help support the Oklahoma City Sanctuary Women’s Development Center for women and children. www.catholiccharitiesok.org

Oscar Experience Feb. 24

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oklahoma City The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oklahoma City Young Professionals’ raises money for the house helping families be with their children undergoing critical health care with a community Oscar watch party to remember. www.rmhcokc.org

Dine Out with Calm Waters

Feb. 28 Calm Waters Center for Children and Families Popular OKC area restaurants serve up all their favorites with 10 percent of proceeds going to help Calm Waters provide free support group services to families and children going through divorce, death or other loss. Calmwaters.org

Pirate Bowl Feb. TBA Junior Achievement OKC Company, organization and club teams compete at AMF Windsor Lanes to support youth programs in financial literacy education and entrepreneurship. www.jaok.org

March Momentum: Art Doesn’t Stand Still March 1-2

Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition The exhibition of interactive, multimedia work features Oklahoma artists, all 30 or younger and will be at the Farmers Public Market. www. momentumoklahoma.org

18th Red Tie Ball March 2 Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund This premier gala for funding AIDS research and helping AIDS patients features cocktails, exciting auctions and live entertainment. www. okaidscarefund.com If Purses Were Wishes and More March 5

Make-A-Wish Oklahoma The annual Wish Luncheon will take place at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club, where guests will bid on designer hand bags and other beautiful accessories to help make wishes come true. www. oklahoma.wish.org

Byliners Awards Dinner

March 7 Association for Women in Communications The organization honors leaders in the community at the 55th annual dinner with fun and activities at the Skirvin Hilton. 405.924.5992

33rd Annual Omelette Party March 9

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

Breakfast is served at night with gourmet omelets, dancing, cocktails and more at the Coca-Cola Bricktown Events Center to benefit the museum. www.okcmoa.com

Red Earth Run March 9

Red Earth Museum Join the 10k, 5k or 1-mile fun run/walk along the Oklahoma River to support programing for the museum in downtown Oklahoma. www.redearth.org

Champions of Youth Gala March 23

Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma County The club thanks individuals and corporations for their contribution to community and youth. Dinner, dancing and auctions will be at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. www.bgcokc.org

Oklahoma Humanities Awards March 28

Oklahoma Humanities Council Arts supporters and artists are celebrated for work promoting an understanding of the human experience at the Oklahoma History Center. www. okhumanitiescouncil.org

Annual Distinguished Service Awards Luncheon

March 28 Oklahoma City Beautiful The organization recognizes service to the community and state through beautification projects with awards and a full lunch at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. www. okcbeautiful.com

Chef’s Feast March 28 Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma This food-tasting event features creative dishes from some of the city’s finest chefs to raise money and awareness for the food bank’s Food for Kids Backpack Program. www. regionalfoodbank.org Oklahoma City Ballet

Gala March 30 Oklahoma City Ballet You are invited to this year’s Black and White Ball, the elegant affair that helps raise funds for and promote the company. The night will include dinner, a silent auction and exclusive dance

performances at the Devon Rotunda. www.okcballet.com

Sports Headliner Banquet

March TBA March of Dimes The OKC chapter recognizes distinguished persons in sports and community at banquet to raise awareness of the organization’s goals. www. marchofdimes.org

Red Earth Run March TBA

Red Earth, Inc. Race through the Boathouse District on the Oklahoma River Trails to preserve Oklahoma native heritage. www.redearth.org

Chips for Charity March TBA Rebuilding Together OKC The long-standing women’s group Junior Hospitality Club holds its casino-themed benefit to help an Oklahoma-based charity organization further serve the community. www. jhok.org Wings to Fly 15k/5k Miracle Run March TBA

Children’s Miracle Network Runners, joggers and walkers are invited to help make a difference in the lives of Oklahoma children through pediatric research and support of the Children’s Hospital Foundation. Look for it at Fort Reno in El Reno. www. childrenshospitalfoundation.net

An Untitled Gala March TBA [Artspace] at Untitled Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and music as artists go to work in the Untitled Print Studio at [Artspace] at Untitled. www. artspaceatuntitled.org Fight for Air Climb March TBA American Lung Association The vertical 29-flight challenge is set for the First National Center. www.breathehealthy.org Friends of Music Reception

March TBA OU College of Fine Arts 405.329.9272

Run Lucky March TBA Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Race location and details to be announced. Go to www. lls.org for more on the North Texas-Oklahoma Chapter. www.lls.org

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Cleats & Cocktails April 19

Wes Welker Foundation The benefit event with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and auctions for the Wes Welker Foundation will be at the Devon Tower. www. weswelkerfoundation.org

Jingle-Jangle Mingle April 19 National Cowboy and Western Heritage Hall of Fame This kick-off event to the Western Heritage Awards weekend at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Hall of Fame is a casual evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and a chance to meet the year’s Hall of Fame inductees. www.nationalcowboymuseum.org Western Heritage Awards Banquet April 20

Festival Of Hope, Heartline Oklahoma

Broadway & Brew April 12

April ARTini April 5

Allied Arts The best bites from favorite local restaurants in competition over the best martini in town at this tasting party and art auction at Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market. www. alliedartsokc.com

Redbud Classic April 6-7 Redbud Classic Fun, fitness and philanthropy combine in a day of events that benefits OKC-area nonprofits, again at Waterford Complex, OKC. This year’s beneficiary is Citizens Caring for Children, an organization helping children in the foster care system. www.redbud.org Oklahoma City Memory

Gala April 11 Central Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Association Gourmet dinner, fine wine, unique auction items and more are on the schedule for this benefit booked at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. www.memorygalaokc.org

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Lyric Theatre Join Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma for an event with unique beers, great food and entertainment at the Myriad Botanical Gardens to benefit the company’s Lyric Understudies program. www.lyrictheatreokc.com

Fairy Tale Ball April 13

Oklahoma Children’s Theatre The theme is “Heroes, Heroines and Happily Ever Afters,” so dress in your finest cape and fable-inspired gowns and coats for the annual gala at the Oklahoma City Petroleum Club. www. oklahomachildrenstheatre.org

Reach for the Stars Gala

National Cowboy and Western Heritage Hall of Fame The black-tie gala at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Hall of Fame honors the best in Western film, TV, literature and music along with Hall of Fame inductees. www. nationalcowboymuseum.org

OKC Heart Walk April 20

American Heart Association Walkers hit the path for the Bricktown Ballpark to support this annual fundraiser. www. okcheartwalk.org

Saints Babies Luncheon

April TBA St. Anthony Foundation Raising money for St. Anthony Hospital’s Joyful Beginnings birthing unit, the luncheon invites all to join the celebration at Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. www. givetosaints.com

Bowl for Kids’ Sake April TBA Big Brother Big Sisters of Oklahoma Bowl, eat pizza and win prizes while raising money for “Littles” throughout the Oklahoma City area. www.bfksokc.org Angels & Friends Party

April TBA Arts Council of Oklahoma City www.artscouncilokc.com

Teen Associate Board Charity Auction April TBA

Infant Crisis Services The board hosts a night of live and silent auctions benefiting the babies and toddlers served through the organization at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. www.infantcrisis.org

15th Annual Rebuild Day

YWCA OKC The fifth annual race funds the YWCA’s programs helping victims of sexual assault. Look for the 5k, and Kiddie 1k. www. ywcaokc.org

April TBA Rebuilding Together Volunteers come together with the organization to help repair or rebuild home of low-income individuals and families in the Oklahoma City area for free. www.rebuildingtogetherokc.org

Calm Waters’ Golf Classic and Auction April 22

17th Annual Allie Reynolds Memorial Golf Tournament

2 Minute 5k April 20

Calm Waters Center for Children and Families The annual golf scramble will be held at Quail Creek Golf and Country Club. www.calmwaters.org

April 13 Youth Services for Oklahoma County This annual gala (this year at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel) helps at-risk and in-need youth aided

by YSOC through education and information for healthy families. www.ysoc.org

Festival of the Arts April 23-28

Bag Lady Luncheon April 14 American Cancer Society Lunch and bid big on designer handbags for the organization’s local chapter. www.cancer.org

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Fund a cure during an evening filled with delights and auction of unique items. The gala will

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be at the Renaissance Hotel. www.jdrf.org

Arts Council OKC Since 1967, the Festival of the Arts has been OKC’s rite of spring. The festival, in downtown OKC, is a community celebration of the visual arts, performing arts and culinary arts. www.artscouncilokc.com

Hope Gala April 27

April TBA Red Earth Museum The golf game for museum programs and the annual Red Earth Festival will be held at Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club. www.redearth.org

Arts! Arts! Arts! April TBA University of Oklahoma College of Fine Arts The University of Oklahoma Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts holds its annual fundraiser to provide scholarships and grants for students and faculty. www.ou.edu/finearts MDA Baby Pageant April TBA

Muscular Dystrophy Association The cutest babies line up for

the annual event benefiting the MDA. www.mdausa.org

May Walk MS Oklahoma City

May 4 National Multiple Sclerosis Society The march for research into curing multiple sclerosis continues at the Oklahoma City Zoo. www.nationalmssociety.org

Gutter Dance 10 May 9

J.D. McCarty Center Participate or just show up at Sooner Bowling Center in Norman to watch this fun bowling benefit that raises money for the center’s camp scholarship fund for children with developmental disabilities. www.jdmc.org

Ostrich Egg Breakfast May 11

ZooFriends Breakfast is served with omelets made to order at this benefit event supporting the Oklahoma City Zoo. www.zoofriends.org

Chip in for the Arts Golf Tournament May 13

Allied Arts Players chip in and putt for Oklahoma’s cultural community at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club. www.alliedartsokc.com

Fondue Fandango May 16

Harn Homestead Enjoy this evening helping to preserve a surviving piece of Oklahoma’s territorial days. www.harnhomestead.com

The annual outing is a fun, family-oriented event promoting health and cystic fibrosis research. www.cff.org

UWCO Leadership Reception

May TBA United Way of Central Oklahoma Special organization donors are treated to cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. www.unitedwayokc.org

Women Against MS

Luncheon May TBA National Multiple Sclerosis Society The 12th annual luncheon of the local National MS Society is scheduled. www. nationalmssociety.org March for Babies May TBA March of Dimes The support for healthy babies continues in Oklahoma City. www.marchforbabies.com Work Day May TBA Rebuilding Together Volunteers come together with the organization to help repair or rebuild home of low-income individuals and families in the Oklahoma City area for free. www.rebuildingtogetherokc.org Swing for Sight May TBA

Prevent Blindness Oklahoma Take a swing and help the longstanding nonprofit continue providing free vision screenings to children throughout the state.

www.preventblindnessok.org

Arthritis Walk May TBA Arthritis Foundation Walk for research, awareness and programs to help those with arthritis. www.arthritis.org Walk to Cure Diabetes

May TBA Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation The event moves to Bricktown Ballpark. www.jdrf.org

June Wish Upon a Par Golf Tournament June 3

Make-A-Wish Oklahoma The four-man scramble tournament complete with 18 holes, breakfast and lunch will be at Oak Tree National in Edmond. www.oklahoma.wish.org

Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival June 7-9

Red Earth Museum The three-day event celebrates vibrant culture, language, arts and more with exhibition powwow dancing, traditional work exhibits, athletic events and much more in downtown OKC’s Cox Convention Center. www.redearth.org

POP! A Champagne Tasting

Event June 14 St. Anthony Foundation Samples of champagnes and

sparkling wines from more than 20 vineyards, appetizers, live music and the Rapp Foundation Conference Center’s upscale setting complete the experience of this benefit. www.givetosaints.com

Purple Sash Gala June 15 YWCA OKC Held at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the exciting gala evening includes dinner, elegant fashions, wine and auctions of unique items. www.ywcaokc.org Cure By Design June 15

American Cancer Society The latest fashions in town will be modeled by cancer survivors, who share their stories, at this annual fundraiser at the Skirvin Hotel. www.cancer.org

Zoobilation June 21

ZooFriends The Oklahoma City Zoo’s biggest fundraiser goes wild again as ZooFriends holds it “no-tie gala” with more great food from great restaurants, cool sips from the hottest bars and auctions of goods that help support the zoo’s conservation efforts. www.okczoo.com

The Ultimate Shakespearience

June TBA Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park Step into a new Renaissance experience at the Myriad Botanical Gardens for this summer event

The Abbot’s Table Dinner and Auction May 17

St. Gregory’s Abbey This special night of art, rare and fine wines and sumptuous dining at St. Gregory’s University goes to support university programs and activities. www. stgregorys.edu

Go Red for Women Luncheon

May 18 American Heart Association Stories and ideas on how to fight heart disease in communities bring guests to the table at the Skirvin Hilton for this luncheon for organization supporters. www.goredforwomen.org

Great Strides Walk May TBA Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

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with libations, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and silent auction benefiting the company’s artistic programming. www. oklahomashakespeare.com

2013 American Tourist

June TBA Upward Transitions Spend the night dining, dancing, bidding and having fun at the raffles and wine pull at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum to help the travelers aid and homeless assistance center. www. upwardtransitions.org

Junior Achievement Golf Classic June TBA

Junior Achievement OKC Location will be announced. www.jaok.org

Mayors’ Golf Tournament

June TBA Oklahoma City Beautiful The annual event in which mayors past and present team up to help Oklahoma City Beautiful and efforts to beautify the community. www. okcbeautiful.com

Rebuilding Together 17th

Annual Golf Classic June TBA Rebuilding Together OKC Register, play, bid on silent auction items and win big for the organization helping lowincome seniors to live safely in their homes by making free home repairs. www. rebuildingtogetherokc.org

Membership Banquet and Awards Gala June TBA

Urban League of Greater OKC The organization hosts its signature event, which includes a reception, entertainment and a silent auction, at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. www. urbanleagueok.org

Annual Golf Classic June TBA

Urban League of Greater OKC The 18-hole scramble will benefit youth programs and services. www.urbanleagueok.org

Bowling for Rhinos June TBA Put on by the OKC Zoo The American Association of Zoo Keepers hosts a big bowling event to help rhinoceros conservation efforts. www. zoofriends.org

Food, Wine & Wishes

June TBA Make-A-Wish Foundation Enjoy wine and spirit tastings, entertainment and a live auction. www.oklahoma.wish.org

July Dealing for Dreams July 20

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oklahoma Patrons play casino-style games at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum to win great prizes and hang with Elvis and showgirls, but children helped by the organization win. www.oklahoma. wish.org

Eighth Annual David Schultz Memorial Golf Classic

July TBA University of Oklahoma’s Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research The event benefits the University of Oklahoma’s Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research and is also a part of the semiannual Ford Audio-Video Tech Showcase event taking place July 25-27 in Oklahoma City. www.fordav.com

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Reception July TBA United Way of Central Oklahoma recognizes its community investment volunteers for the year. www.unitedwayokc.org

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August Smarty Pants Trivia Aug. 8 Multiple Sclerosis Society Trivia buffs team to play at this fundraiser event that features entertainment, refreshments, a silent auction and prizes at the Oklahoma History Center. www.nationalmssociety.org Odyssey de Culinaire OKC

Aug. 8 Oklahoma Restaurant Association Tulsa chefs serve up their best for the Oklahoma City crowd at the Skirvin Hilton in this fundraiser event for the association’s Hospitality Career Initiative, which will send OKC chefs to Tulsa. www. okrestaurants.com

Spin Your Wheels Bicycle Tour Aug. 10

The Children’s Center Take a turn around the city, state or region on this non-competitive bicycle tour that features 12 to 100-mile courses and benefits the center’s programs. www. spinyourwheels.org

Cattle Barons Ball Aug. 17

American Cancer Society The mechanical bull awaits at this fun shindig with dinner, entertainment, live and silent auctions, midway games, a raffle and more at the Farmers Public Market. www.cancer.org

Festival of Hope Aug. 23

HeartLine The organization providing suicide prevention outreach programs honors community leaders improving the lives of Oklahomans everywhere with the special event set for the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. www.heartlineoklahoma.org

Dancing for a Miracle Gala Aug. TBA

Children’s Hospital Foundation This special gala features local celebrities paired with professional dancers in a ballroom dance competition along with special treats for guests. www.okchf.org

Marlin Oil Golf Classic

Aug. TBA Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Oil company representatives

play through on the Twin Hills Golf and Country Club greens to benefit cystic fibrosis research. www.cff.org

Engaging Men Breakfast

Aug. TBA YWCA of OKC Men make a difference in the lives of women and children who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through this second annual event. www.ywcaokc.org

Art Gone Wild Aug. TBA

OKC Zoo The animals of the zoo release their inner artists, and their paintings will be on display for purchase in the Paseo Arts District. Flamingos, grizzly bears, elephants and other zoo residents take to the canvas. www.okczoo.com

Melody Lane, a Night for

Children Aug. TBA Prevent Child Abuse Oklahoma Dinner, dancing and a silent auction are some of the highlights of this event at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. 405.232.2500 Tour de Palate Aug. TBA

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society This culinary and wine tasting event pairs food from OKC’s best restaurants with beer and wine from around the world. Also look for the live cake competition. www. tourdepalate.com

Taste for Sight August TBA Prevent Blindness Oklahoma Wine, beer and a variety of excellent foods are on the menu of this event set for the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. www. preventblindnessok.org Shopping with Children’s Hospital Foundation

Aug. TBA Children’s Hospital Foundation Shop the Outlet Shoppes of Oklahoma City, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Coach, Michael Kors and others to benefit Children’s Hospital Foundation. www.okchf.org

Performance Training Center Regatta Park, Devon Boathouse, is the place to find one of the biggest social events on the Oklahoma River. www.okcbf.org

Friends of Lynn Golf

Tournament Sept. TBA Lupus Foundation of America The four-player scramble raising money for the lupus research takes place at Kickingbird Golf Course, Edmond. 405.427.8787 12 X 12 Art Show and Sale

Sept. TBA Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition More than 150 Oklahoma artists paint on small canvases to be auctioned at the event, which will have live music and serve food from dozens of OKC-area restaurants. www.12x12okc.org

Celebrity Chef, St. Anthony Hospital

September Ace High Sept. 5 The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum This new event benefiting the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is all about creating new friends of the Cowboy with great refreshments, a buffet, great items for auction and fun. www. nationalcowboymuseum.org United Way Campaign Kickoff Sept. 6

United Way of Central Oklahoma The next big campaign begins with local celebrities making pancakes at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Campaign runs through Nov. 15. www. unitedwayokc.org

Renaissance Ball Sept. 6 Oklahoma City Museum of Art The 38th annual ball celebrates art and its patrons by recognizing museum supporters. The gala raises funds for museum programming. www.okcmoa.com OMCA Charity Golf Tournament Sept. 9

J.D. McCarty Center The Oklahoma Municipal Contractors Association tees off to play and benefit the center for children with developmental

disabilities with a tournament at Twin Hills Golf & Country Club, OKC. www.jdmc.org

Bike MS Oklahoma

Sept. 21-22 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Take the two-day trek and challenge on Historic Route 66 and benefit a good cause with hundreds of other cyclists across the state. www. nationalmssociety.org

Zoo Brew IV Sept. 27 ZooFriends Samples of cool beers and awesome bites by area restaurants are part of the fun that also includes entertainment from the area’s favorite bands.

Guests must be at least 21 to enter this event supporting the Oklahoma City Zoo. www. zoofriends.org Red Shoe Gala Sept. TBA

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oklahoma City Join the charity and its supporters for the 11th annual benefit that keeps families close when children receive critical health care. The event will be at the Oklahoma History Center. www.rmhcokc.org

Lyric Theatre Broadway Ball 2013 Fall TBA

OKC Lyric Theatre Lyric Theatre brings back its annual black-tie affair complete with dinner, auctions and live

entertainment to benefit the company’s next season of theatrical presentations. www. lyrictheatreokc.com

Nurse of the Year Awards Gala Sept. TBA

March of Dimes The event recognizing exceptional nurses in the state and their contributions to the community at this fundraiser event for the organization. www. marchofdimes.com/oklahoma

Masquerade Ball Sept. TBA Canterbury Choral Society Dance the night away, enjoy live entertainment and bid in the exciting silent and live auctions at the annual ball at the Skirvin Hilton Ballroom. www. canterburyokc.com Students Against Hunger

Sept. TBA Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma The month-long food and fund drive helps hungry Oklahomans and provides youth the opportunity to make an impact on their communities. www. regionalfoodbank.org

Infant Crisis Services Golf Classic Sept. TBA

Infant Crisis Services The 24th annual benefit is set for Gaillardia Country Club in northwest OKC. 405.528.3663

Blu VIP Party Sept. TBA

Youth Rowing & the OKC High

October Art on Tap Oct. 4 Oklahoma City Museum of Art More than 80 varieties of beer are served up with great food, art and conversation at the annual beer-tasting benefit at the museum. www.okcmoa.com Day of Caring Oct. TBA

United Way of Central Oklahoma Join the nation’s largest corporate volunteer event in which teams complete improvement projects for United Way partner agencies in the OKC area. www.unitedwayokc.org

Breath of Life Gala Oct. TBA Cystic Fibrosis Foundation OKC’s community leaders gather with friends and family to support cystic fibrosis research with benefit auctions and more. www.cff.org Taste of Bricktown Oct. TBA Bricktown Association Delicious food, great drinks, cool entertainment and much more await all at this benefit event at Bricktown Ballpark in the heart of Bricktown. www. welcometobricktown.com.

Orchids in October Oct. TBA

Myriad Gardens Foundation The annual luncheon and orchid sale will help fund the Myriad Botanical Gardens’ ecology education programming. 405.297.3882

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Saints Ball Nov. 8 St. Anthony Foundation Patrons dress their best for the elegant affair of live and silent auctions, exquisite dining and dancing at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum to benefit St. Anthony Hospital and its patients. www.givetosaints.com Small Works, Great Wonders

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Haunt the Zoo for Halloween

Oct. TBA OKC Zoo The festivities include fantasythemed booths and plenty of trick-or-treating along jack-olantern lined paths all over the grounds. Come rain or shine. www.okczoo.com

Light the Night Walk Oct. TBA

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society An evening walk fundraiser event invites individuals, teams and families to show their support by holding lit balloons for survivors and in honor of late loved ones. www.lightthenight.org

Junior Achievement Investor Challenge Oct. TBA Junior Achievement OKC Students try their hand at the stock market in an atmosphere to give future traders a life-like experience. www.jaok.org

Table Hostess Luncheon

Oct. TBA American Lung Association www.breathhealthy.org

The Kelsey Briggs Run 32

Against Child Abuse Oct. TBA

Prevent Child Abuse Oklahoma A USATF sanctioned and certified 5k run and 1-mile fun walk followed by a pancake breakfast.

The race will begin at Regatta Park and follow the Oklahoma River Trails. 405.232.2500

Jazz in the Jungle Nov. TBA

Visions: A Celebration of Nonprofit Leadership Nov. 27

Buffalo Bash Nov./Dec. TBA Red Earth Museum This big gala celebrates Native American culture and the museum’s programs with elegance and fun. www. redearth.org

Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits Big honors and recognition will be given to Oklahomans who have brought about great changes for the state’s nonprofits at this event (cocktail reception, dinner and ceremony) at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. www. oklahomacenterfornonprofits.org

Early Bird Celebration

Nov. TBA United Way of Central Oklahoma Be one of the first to complete a workplace campaign for the United Way and celebrate early. www.unitedwayokc.org

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City The annual benefit tournament tees off for the “Y.” www. ymcaokc.org

Construction Derby Oct. TBA

Starlight Ball Nov. TBA

Rebuilding Together Don’t miss this competition among vehicles made from home improvement materials used by the organization to work on homes for elderly clients. www. rebuildingtogetherokc.org

November Holiday Baby Basics Nov.-Jan. The Children’s Center The annual gift drive from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day helps needy children with essential needs and a Christmas wish. www.tccokc.org

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Eye Ball Nov. TBA Prevent Blindness Oklahoma Dress up for the black-tie affair and enjoy all the gala has to offer, including delicious bites, entertainment and more. www.preventblindnessok.org

Nov. 14 The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum The winter art exhibit and sale includes work by select Prix de West artists. www. nationalcowboymuseum.org

Red Dot Art Auction Nov. TBA IAO Gallery Start your art collection at this fun sale of works by OKC-area artists to support Individual Artists of Oklahoma. www. iaogallery.org

YMCA Golf Classic Oct. TBA

Great food and fun wait at the event in which top chefs present their best dishes. www. marchofdimes.com/oklahoma

Children’s Hospital Foundation State celebrities mingle at the ball to raise money for research helping improve the health of children. www. childrenshospitalfoundation.net

Once Upon a Dream Nov. TBA OU School of Dance The annual dinner and auction are just the beginning of a night of performances by students at the school. www.ou.edu Signature Chefs Auction

Nov. TBA March of Dimes

Lupus Foundation of America Oklahoma Chapter The annual gala fundraiser brings the sounds of jazz to where the wild things are at the OKC Zoo. www.lupus.org

December Women Who Care Share Luncheon Dec. TBA

YWCA Oklahoma City Join other business women for this community event of stories of survival and triumph over domestic violence. www. ywcaokc.org

Christmas Tea with the Queen Dec. TBA

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park Queen Elizabeth I requests your attendance at high tea at Oklahoma City University where you’ll also enjoy entertainment, a silent auction and fashion show of period costumes. www. oklahomashakespeare.com

To submit an event for the 2014 Social Datebook, email event details to events@okmag.com.

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