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Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo Returns to Northeastern Oklahoma

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fter pleasing crowds for more than three-quarters of a century, drawing contestants from across the state, region and country, and being named by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Woman’s Rodeo Association (WRPA) as Small Rodeo of the Year, what’s next for the Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo?

“If anything, the rodeo has grown – it’s grown in popularity among contestants, which we’ve been seeing an increase in those coming to compete every year – last year, we had 745 (contestants) which was a record number for us,” said Tanya Andrews, executive director, Visit Claremore. “It has consistently grown, and with the PRCA, the Stampede Rodeo was consistently in the ‘small rodeo’ category, until this year, when we’ll be moving up into the ‘medium’ category for the first time in this rodeo’s history.” While in the “small rodeo” category, the Will Rogers

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Stampede PRCA Rodeo was named six times (out of being nominated seven times) as Small Rodeo of the Year, but with the rodeo’s new classification, this means “bigger and better things” for both contestants and attendees, Andrews said. “No. 1, I think this shows (rodeo) contestants that we are a serious contender in the PRCA circuit, as going from the small to medium classification, we’ve been able to add prize money,” she said. “We’re staying consistent in dates, times, etc. but when a contestant is having to choose which rodeos to compete in, the medium-sized rodeos simply offer more than the small rodeos do, and as such, we’re casting a wider net to attract a much broader assortment of potential new contestants.” The new classification for the rodeo similarly means increased interest

from potential vendors, sponsors and attendees. “Even with the new categorization, the rodeo will still have great entertainment, all the great performances – the bull-riding, saddle broncs, barrel racing, etc.,” she said. “We won’t be having a concert after the rodeo this year, but instead, we’re partnering with Claremore Main Street to have some activities at Boots on the Boulevard (monthly food truck event) May 26, at which, we’ll have live entertainment and a street dance in downtown Claremore.” In addition to the rodeo itself, the arena also has seen improvements in recent years. “The property owners, the Rodeo Arena Cooperative, have put significant time and money into significant infrastructure improvements,” she said. “Among these improvements, we’ve recently connected the bathrooms to the city sewer line, which was long-overdue as, for 75 years, the sewer lines (at the rodeo grounds) had been on septic. Before connecting to city utilities, the restrooms weren’t able to handle the capacity because of the crowds, which meant we would

have to bring in porta-potties during events.” Further improvements planned for the rodeo arena are new bathrooms, a new concession stand, additional parking, and a new shelter to serve as the hospitality area, with “great interest” in private parties who are wanting to assist the cooperative toward helping upgrade the property to its full potential. “With the growth of the rodeo over the past decade, it’s really turned into organizers and they’ll be helped. more of a destination event – people There’s a great camaraderie of people are coming here from all over from the community, people who the state, and many from have come together over the last outside the state,” she said. couple of years to help make this When asked what event possible.” distinguishes the Will Rogers Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Stampede PRCA Rodeo from Rodeo will be held May 26 through similar events across the May 29 at the Will Rogers Stampede state, Andrews said it was the Arena, 13601 East 480 Road in people. Claremore. “When we look at the For more information about the heritage of the Will Rogers 2022 Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Stampede PRCA Rodeo Rodeo, call 918-342-5357, email and the people who’ve been willrogersstampede@gmail.com or involved in it, those who visit www.willrogersstampede.com have been active in helping to put it on, whether through volunteering or helping to Will Rogers Stampede put it on, the consistency for Rodeo those contestants is important,” PRCA 13601 E. 480 RD. | CLAREMORE, OK she said. “The contestants (918) 342-5357 | WWW.WILLROGERSSTAMPEDE.COM  @WILLROGERSSTAMPEDE |  @VISITCLAREMORE know they can call the rodeo WWW.VALUENEWS.COM MAY 2022 TULSA VALUE NEWS

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just accumulate in your lint trap; signs your dryer vents are beginning to it can also build up in your dryer get clogged and need to be cleaned. vents. As most of us know, this lint • Regular loads of clothes are not dry is extremely flammable; it is the after a full cycle. buildup of this lint that can lead to • Clothes or the dryer are too hot to dryer fires. touch after use. Why have your dryer vents • The inside of the dryer has a damp, professionally cleaned. musty odor. As lint and other debris build up in • Loads begin taking progressively the dryer vents, it constricts airflow to longer and longer to dry completely. the dryer. With less air, the dryer is • The laundry room or area around forced to work harder to heat the the dryer becomes significantly air, producing hotter and hotter air warmer after use. as the dryer vents get progressively • More lint is found in the lint trap or more clogged. If the dryer vents are can be seen around exterior vents. not cleaned, the superheated air can By having your dryer vents ignite the lint in the vents and lead to professionally cleaned, you can help a home fire. protect your family by significantly The U.S. Consumer Product Safety reducing the risk of a dryer fire in Commission estimates that clogged your home. dryer vents are the cause of more than Black Hat Cleaning Services Owner 15,000 home fires each year. These dryer David Harris, Sr. helps homeowners fires cause more than $200 million in with honesty, integrity and damages to homes and properties – but unsurpassed professionalism. When can be largely prevented with regular you see him in his iconic black top hat, dryer vent cleanings. you know you’re getting the absolute Having your dryer vents best in chimney, air duct and dryer professionally cleaned can make your vent cleaning. home safer by reducing the risk of a David Harris, Sr. started his chimney dryer fire. sweep and dryer vent cleaning business Signs your dryer vents may be in 1977. Over the years, his company clogged. has evolved into a trusted name in the While it is recommended to have your business. “It’s amazing in this industry dryer vents cleaned about once per year, to have this kind of longevity,” he said. how often your dryer is used can impact “Everywhere I go, I wear my hat. I always how often they need to be maintained. wanted everyone to recognize my However, your dryer may be offering company with my black top hat.” you clues that it is time for a dryer The services provided by Black Hat vent cleaning! The following are six encompass comprehensive safety and Below: You can’t miss the Black Hat Cleaning van when it’s in your neighborhood.

overall health in the home. Chimney sweep services, as well as dryer duct cleaning, are essential for fire prevention, and air duct cleaning is vital for the air quality inside the home, ensuring a healthy breathing environment. These maintenance services also help keep your home smelling nice too. Fire burning chimneys are recommended to be cleaned depending on wood-burning capacity, with a standard recommendation of professional sweep every 3 to 4 ricks of wood burned. Gas burning fireplaces only need to be cleaned every 15 to 20 years. “If you’re not sure if your chimney needs cleaning, at least have it inspected,” David said. “If you’ve never had it cleaned, clean it!” Dryer duct cleaning is sometimes overlooked by homeowners but should be a top priority regarding fire safety. Many home fires are caused every year by the lint that gets trapped within the pipes and, once ignited, can quickly burn throughout a home. “Dryer lint is the best thing you can use to start a campfire,” said David. “It is highly flammable. You don’t want that trapped in your dryer vent as a fire hazard.” David’s sound advice for homeowners is only a small part of the comprehensive service provided by Black Hat. Honesty and integrity are at the forefront of his business practice and what his customers see when they see him in his top hat. “My customers know that they can trust me to be honest, and take care of them, give them peace of mind.” Over the years, just as David’s hat has gotten taller, the services have evolved to become more efficient, time-saving and thorough. Chimney cleaning can take up to 45 minutes. David loves his work and the people he serves. “This is my 43rd year in business with many more years ahead.”

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photographer was mentally focusing on these rules, he/she didn’t notice the telephone pole that appears to be growing from the subject’s head. Objects look more attractive if taken on an angle rather than standing square in front of them. Take real estate, for instance. Most photographers know that if a photo is taken directly in front of a house or building, it will look flat. The building will look much more attractive, however, if the photographer simply walks around the corner of the building to catch two sides. The building has dimension while appearing larger and more attractive. Take photos of people using the same principles as with buildings. Capturing an angle provides Photo of flat face. a more flattering look. When a subject looks directly into a camera, Photo of angled face.

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their face flattens out. That’s why people hate their driver’s license photo or work I.D. pictures – the worst pose is captured – but a portrait photographer knows the tip of providing depth to their face. Have the subject turn their head slightly. Perfect. Now shoot. 4. Look around to find a natural element to frame the subject within Framing subject that visual from below. enclosure. For example, use branches to frame the subject. Perhaps tall grass is Framing from the side. the perfect element; lay down and shoot through the blades. 5. Viewers look at pictures Framing around the subject. sequentially. That means they take in elements one at a time while their eyes move around the image. Photographers can take photos that purposely plan where the viewers’ eyes move. One way to do that is to use a technique called leading lines. Use an element that provides a line – a railroad track, a path, a road or a fence line – to guide the viewers’ eyes to the focal point. Don’t leave them with leading lines only that line is like the bridge that leads to nowhere. Instead place Leading lines the subject, to subject.

the focal point, at the end of the leading lines. 6. The most engaging photo technique of all is stop action. Sports photos are often stopaction photos. Remember opening a newspaper to the sports section and seeing a basketball Capture action as it player jumping happens . to shoot a hoop and the player was captured in midair? How about a baseball player taking a swing and the photographer caught an image of the ball leaving the bat? Care must be taken so that these photos are not ruined by the blur of the action. If a camera is not fast enough to stop this action, better leave this one alone. 7. Lastly, most photos are taken from standing height. Not good. If an Ladders provide a interesting top/down view. angle is desired, simply changed the physical stance. Try Use squatting for lying on low action . the ground and shooting upward. How about shooting from a step Lay down for an ladder and unusual low angle. shooting downward? Now, it’s time to say, “CHEESE!”

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Everyone’s Invited to this FRIEN Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club’s “Old-Fashioned Picnic” back to the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch BY TOM FINK

n America, there are few things more traditional than the family picnic. This May, the members of the Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club are bringing back one of their own community friendship traditions with the annual “Old Fashioned Picnic” in northeast Oklahoma – and the public is invited. “The Old Fashioned Picnic is an event that’s been happening ever since the Pocahontas Club was founded in 1899, when picnics were the social gatherings of the day,” said Ollie Starr, longtime Pocahontas Left: Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club Officers (L-R) are Secretary Linda Coleman, Vice President Monta Ewing, President Celeste Tillery Right: A day in the countryside at Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch is good for the soul.

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NDSHIP EVENT! Club member. “As our club members are caretakers of the Cherokee culture, heritage and communities, we’ve continued to have this picnic every year, as it’s become one of our many traditions. It’s a FRIENDSHIP event where all ages can come and have fun in the country with games, entertainment, great food, demonstrations and shop vendors of all kinds.” Starr said the first picnic – which originally included a dance – was first held in Talala, but over time, the location was changed to the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch in nearby Oologah. “The Birthplace Ranch is a perfect fit for this picnic, since Will Rogers himself was both a Cherokee and an early member of the club,” she said. “Our club has been holding this event from the very beginning, but this year, IWPC is partnering with the Will Rogers Memorial Museum and the Cherokee

Nation to make this picnic even better.” Gates at the Birthplace Ranch are scheduled Above: Oh yes! Fresh made-from-scratch strawberry shortcake will be to open at 9 served for dessert. a.m., when the traditional will be the Country Fare Quilters Guild, hog fry and cooking also will begin onTrade Days.” site. Live entertainment and activities Gospel music is slated to begin at start at 10 a.m. 10:45 a.m. and traditional Cherokee “I’ve been going to these picnics for at games – including Cherokee marbles, least 15 years, and each one is always a a cornstalk shoot, horseshoes, hatchet little different, so even if you’ve been to throwing and blow guns – followed one in the past, there’s something new by lunch at 12:15 p.m. You can even to see and do each time,” Starr said. “For see corn grinding and blacksmith example, the Cherokee Nation delegate demonstrations! to Congress, Kim Teehee, will be our (continued on next page) guest speaker, and new for this year

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Cost for lunch is free, but a $10 donation is suggested and appreciated. Fresh made-from-scratch strawberry shortcake will be served for dessert. Pottery and basket-making events are planned, with more “hands-on” events to be held this year than in previous years. Starr noted that the event is now as it was from its very beginning, an

opportunity for people from all walks of life, club members, non-club members, Native American or not, to get together in a social gathering to enjoy oneanother’s company and learn more about Cherokee heritage. The Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club’s annual Old Fashioned Picnic will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch, 9501 E. 380 Road, Oologah, OK.

For more information, contact Ollie Starr at 918-760-7499 or email olliecstarr@gmail.com, Celeste Tillery at 918-724-3006 or visit the group’s website at www.indianwpc.org. For vendor information, contact Jennifer at 918-402-3057 or Cindy at 918-264-4351.

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Above: The Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club friendship events include delicious food and Cherokee culture.

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Mark Your Calendars for a FUN TIME in Broken Arrow! BY CHRISTY STEPHENS

klahoma hosts many festivals that are praise-worthy; and one of the biggest festivals is Rooster Days in Broken Arrow. The annual Rooster Days Festival dates have recently changed – the previously announced dates took place in May, but the new dates are now June 9 through June 12. Other changes, all progressive, are also occurring and add to the overall enjoyment of the festivities.

“We have transitioned to a Cashless system this year,” explains Amber Hinkle, Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce Events Above: 2022 Miss Rooster Days, Jasmin Bell. Director. “This means our guests will not have to stop and purchase used on-site with our food vendors. We food tickets, as they have had to do hope this allows attendees to get to the in years past. This year, they can use fun faster than ever before!” their personal debit and credit cards Rooster Days is a long standing and at all our food important tradition to the city of Broken vendor locations, Arrow and indeed, many people within without having the state go out of their way to attend. to first stop and The festival offers indoor and outdoor purchase food vendors, crowd favorite food stands, tickets. If we and entertainment in various forms. have guests who Musical acts are highly anticipated; and prefer to use the change in dates for the festival has cash, we will not affected the lineup. have a “Cash “We were fortunate that all of to Card Coop,” our previously announced musical where they can guests were available for these new exchange their dates, so our lineup remains the cash for a gift same,” asserts Hinkle. card that can be Musicians performing at Rooster Days includes Travis Kidd, The Crowe Band, the Red Dirt Rangers, Braden Left: Jamison and the Neon Strangers, and Rooster Days Cornhole Weston Horn and the Hush. Tournament

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“We are thrilled to be able to provide the Broken Arrow and surrounding communities with new ride options, new promotions and an updated midway experience,” enthuses Jennifer Conway, president and CEO of the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce. “We are looking forward to a great relationship with Wagner’s Carnival and all the new amenities and promotions they will provide to the Rooster Days festival.” Well-known as the longest running festival in Oklahoma, Rooster Days is a family fun even for all ages. Attendees always look forward to making delightful new memories every year; the festival always has activities, food and music for all ages, and the Rooster Days Parade always a great favorite enjoyed by all. Dates and times for the established happenings of Rooster Days are as follows: • Rooster Days Fun Run: June 11, 2022, 8:05a.m., Central Park • Rooster Days 5K Run: June 11, 2022, 8:00a.m., Central Park • Rooster Days Parade: June 10, 2022, 4:00p.m., Main Street (starts at College Street and ends at Mason Drive) • Rooster Days Cornhole Tournament: June 11, 2022, Central Park (Registration at noon, games start at 1:00p.m.) The 91st Annual Rooster Days Festival is presented by the TTCU Federal Credit Union, the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Broken Arrow and is held at Central Park, 1500 South Main Street, Broken Arrow. For more information about the Rooster Days entertainment and events, visit the website at www.roosterdays. com, or call the Broken Arrow Chamber office at (918) 893-2100.

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The Art of Woodcarving The 2022 Woodcarving and Arts Festival

BY CHRISTY STEPHENS

he art and utilitarian skill of wood carving is one of the oldest, most time-honored crafts in the world. It is an ability that has numerous benefits – producing an object for use, creating beautiful works of art, and having a marketable skill. Wood crafting also has many mind and spirit benefits; it is a calming, stress reducing activity, harnesses creativity, provides a meditative state, and connects the artisan to nature. In August, the 2022 Woodcarving and Arts Festival returns for its 47th year, taking place at the Broken Arrow Rose District’s Central Park Community Center. The event is hosted by Eastern Oklahoma Woodcarvers

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Association with a variety of craft vendors to visit, buy and learn from. “We hope to have 40 to 50 carvers and folk craft vendors,” states Bob Block, Event Coordinator. “In addition to the wood carvings, other art forms to be featured are stained glass, embroidery, metal arts, painting, yarn items and more!” Wood turning, weaving, mosaics, jewelry, ceramics, basketmaking, quilting, beading, leather working and blacksmithing are all artisan disciplines that will be on display and available for interactive information. Block, a pediatric physician, has been involved in woodcarving for four decades.

“I began by carving a few lettered signs, and then stumbled upon a class to learn carving about 40 years ago – the rest is history!” Block exclaims. The festival is a wonderful opportunity to individuals of all ages who have always had an interest in learning new crafts. During the shutdowns of the previous year, many people filled their time by exploring new projects and skills; and the art of woodcarving has attracted new carvers, young and old, experienced and new, according to Block. “Highlights of the event include a carving contest and a beginner’s class in carving, as well as several raffle items and all the vendor’s displays – all with free admission!” says Block. “Although, honestly, it is hard

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to spotlight only a few; everything is unique, and it is always fun to chat with the vendors.” Individuals 13 years of age and over may take part in the seminars and attend demonstrations of the myriad woodworking art forms. Attending the festival is a wonderful opportunity to see and explore one of the oldest known art and utility forms of humankind; attendance will also help the Eastern Oklahoma Woodcarvers Association, the sponsors of this event. The 2022 Woodcarving and Arts Festival takes place Aug. 12-13, from

9:00a.m. until 5:00p.m., located at the Central Park Community Center at 1500 S. Main in Broken Arrow. For more information, contact Bob Block at 918- 693-2418 or email Robertblock@ouhsc.edu; Bill Payne at 918251-8734 or email wudcrv@cox.net; or visit the website, www.eowa.us.

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“Bowl for Kids’ Sake” Your Help Can Keep the Ball Rolling for Big Brothers Big Sisters

BY CAT MILLER

ig Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma is excited to announce the return of our signature fundraising event, Bowl for Kids’ Sake (BFKS), at Andy B’s Tuesday, July 19, at 6 p.m. BFKS is a peer-topeer style fundraising effort that relies on groups (or teams) of businesses, families, and organizations in the Tulsa community to come together and Above: Sarah and Little raise money to benefit our mission of creating and supporting one-to-one to create positive, measurable mentoring relationships that ignite the outcomes for youth, including power and promise of youth. educational success, avoidance of Funds raised through this campaign risky behaviors, higher aspirations, will support our evidence based greater confidence and better mentoring program which matches relationships. children (Littles) with caring adult Melissa Ramirez, CEO, says: role models (Bigs). It is designed “We provide critical, supportive relationships so that young people thrive. Bowl For Kids’ Sake is one way the community can support our work and the kids we help - and have fun!” Our 2022 BFKS goal is $70,000. This level of funding ensures continued match support from our Program Specialists, covers operation costs, enrollment processing and community engagement activities. The campaign is supported by sponsors, teams and individuals. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, contact our Statewide Program Above: BFKS donors Coordinator, Devin Summerfield, at

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OSDH Shares Biosecurity Tips on Safely Raising Backyard Poultry After First Case of Avian Influenza was Detected in a Wild Duck in Oklahoma BY ERICA RANKIN

ach year, as spring arrives, many people begin or continue raising backyard poultry flocks. These flocks have been gaining in popularity over the past several years and interest in them continues to grow. “The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) wants to remind flock owners to learn about and practice essential prevention measures to minimize the risk of disease transmission, known as biosecurity,” said LeMac’ Morris, the State’s Public Health Veterinarian. “Biosecurity practices are vital in protecting not only your own birds, but neighboring flocks as well as our nation’s commercial poultry industry, from diseases like highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).” HPAI is an influenza virus that can cause severe illness and sudden death in chickens. Wild birds are also susceptible to HPAI but are more resistant to the virus and rarely show signs of illness. However, while wild birds may appear healthy they can be carriers of HPAI which is deadly to domestic birds. Chickens exposed to wild birds carrying the HPAI virus are at greatest

risk for developing this disease that can quickly become widespread to backyard and commercial flocks. Although rare, there are cases where humans have been infected. “These are reasons why biosecurity practices are important for both commercial flock and backyard flock owners,” said Morris. “An outbreak in a backyard flock could threaten commercial flocks due to the human factor. For instance, the individual who delivers propane, the feed truck driver or the person who works on the commercial operation can carry the virus from their own backyard flock to a commercial flock resulting in an outbreak that may infect millions of birds.” Examples of biosecurity practices to protect backyard flocks include, don’t set up bird feeders near chicken coops, keep feed covered to protect it from exposure to wild birds and rodents, avoid wearing boots and clothes used to bird hunt when caring for domestic birds and, if possible, house birds in a pen that prevents wild birds and predators from entering. It is also important to practice good

hygiene and monitor children who are interacting with poultry by following these safety tips: • Never eat, drink or put anything in your mouth while handling poultry. • Wash hands with soap and water immediately after handling any type of bird. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 62 percent ethyl alcohol. • Do not wash animal food and water dishes from a backyard poultry flock in the kitchen sink. • Do not let children younger than 5 years of age handle or touch chicks, ducklings, or other live poultry without supervision. Children younger than 5 years of age are more likely to get sick from exposure to germs like Salmonella. • Symptoms of Salmonella are diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, headache, muscle aches, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Blood is sometimes found in the stool. The illness usually lasts four to seven days, but can last as long as two weeks. “Following good biosecurity and hygiene practices can make a backyard flock a safe and enjoyable experience,” said Morris. “Raising poultry is a great 4-H or FFA project for youth and of course there is nothing better than home grown eggs for breakfast.” The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) protects and improves public health through its system of local health services and strategies focused on preventing disease. OSDH provides technical support and guidance to 68 county health departments in Oklahoma, as well as guidance and consultation to the two independent city-county health departments in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Learn more at Oklahoma.gov/health.

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Since 1899

“Old Fashioned Picnic”

Saturday, May 21, 2022 • Gates Open at 9am

Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd., Oologah, OK

Open to the Public

Music • Hog Fry • Entertainment

Free Admission • Starting at 10am Traditional Cherokee Games with Cash Prizes!

Bring Cherokee Marbles • Horse Shoes • Corn Stalk Shoots Lawn Hatchet Throwing • Butter Churning Chairs! 19th Century Activities • Corn Grinders • Blacksmith Kiddie Train • Country Fare Quilters Guild • Trader Days VENDORS WELCOME, CALL CINDY AT (918)264-4351

Invited Guest: Delegate to Congress Kim Teehee

Cherokee Nation and Will Rogers Memorial Museum are co-hosting the picnic.

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Senior Stage Entertainment and Presentations • Emceed by Lori Fullbright, NewsOn6 Rescue pets for adoption and Paw Pals therapy dogs

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BARTLESVILLE May 27-28 10am to 5pm Sass Cowboy Shoot Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Reserve 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd., Bartlesville www.woolaroc.org/ calendar-of-events (918) 336-0307

June 10 OKM Music Festival Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Reserve 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd, Bartlesville www.woolaroc.org/calendar-of-events (918) 336-0307 June 25-26 Kidsfest at Woolaroc Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Reserve 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd, Bartlesville www.woolaroc.org/calendar-of-events (918) 336-0307 July 4 - 9:30pm Bartlesville Freedomfest Sooner Park 420 SE Madison Blvd., Bartlesville bartlesvillekiwanis.org (918) 977-3400

BIXBY

May 5-7 Bixby Rotary BBQ n Blues Washington Irving Memorial Park 137th & S. Memorial Dr., Bixby bixbyrotarybbq.com (918) 549-8065 May 6 - 5:30pm to 10pm Ladies Game Night

Riverview Baptist Church 13201 S Memorial Dr., Bixby riverview-church.org/events/ (918) 521-8137

Evergreen Baptist Church 10301 East 111th St. South., Bixby portal.bixbychamber.com/events/ Call (918) 645-7853 to RSVP

May 7 - 8:30am Smokin’ Pig 5k Charley Young Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby runsignup.com/Race/OK/Bixby/ SmokinPig5k (918) 366-9226

May 19 - 5pm to 8pm Food Truck for Kids 50 West Dawes Avenue, Bixby bixbyoutreach.org/calendar/ (918) 366-9226

May 8 - 4pm to 6pm Bixby Grad Parade Leave HS, Riverview Dr., E. 151st St., S. Mingo to circle back to HS www.bixbyps.org (918) 366.2200

June 10 at 3pm - June 12 at 4pm Rummage at The Ranch: Barn Sale & Craft Fair Tickets $10 181 Ranch 3913 E 181st St S, Bixby 181ranch.ticketleap.com/rummageat-the-ranch-2022

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations. May 13 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm Parents Night Out The Bridge E. 119th Dr., Bixby bridge.churchcenter.com/ registrations/events/1250084 (918) 394-4330 May 14 - 8am to Noon Kids Fish Derby hosted by Bixby Optimist Club Lake Bixhoma 5 miles southeast of Bixby on Leonard Mountain bixbyoptimist.com/events/youthfishing-derby/ (918) 407-4965 May 16 - 10:30am to 11:30am Alzheimer’s Support Group

June 22-25 - All Day Green Corn Festival Charley Young Park 50 W Dawes Ave, Bixby bixbyoptimist.com (918) 366-0215 June 24 - 1pm to 5pm Green Corn Festival Youth Talent Show Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabaniss, Bixby (918) 366-4841 June 29 - 2pm to 3pm Literary Ladies of Bixby Book Club Bixby Library - Meeting Room 20 E. Breckenridge, Bixby events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6313497 (918) 549-7323

July 1 - 7pm to 10pm Bixby Freedom Celebration Bentley Park Sports Complex 8505 E. 148th St. S., Bixby bixbyfreedomcelebration.com/ (918) 394-4330 July 18-22 - 9am to 4pm Kanakuk Day Camp The Bridge Bixby 7731 E 119th Dr., Bixby afleet@bridgetulsa.com (918) 394-4330

BROKEN ARROW

Every Saturday, May, June, 8am to Noon Rose District Farmers Market 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow brokenarrowok.gov/farmersmarket (918) 259-2411 May 7 - 9am to 10:30am The Traveling Barnyard at the Rose District Farmers Market 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow brokenarrowok.gov/farmersmarket (918) 259-2411 May 7 - Noon to 9pm Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Rose District Plaza 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow (918) 259-6511 May 7 - 7:30pm Waitress - National Tour Broken Arrow PAC brokenarrowpac.com (918) 259-5778 May 14, June 11 10am to 2pm The Pioneer Dinner Broken Arrow High School Cafeteria

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1901 E. Albany, Broken Arrow brokenarrowmuseum.org (918) 258-2616 May 21 - 10am to 5pm The Modern Mom Market Inside Restore House Event Venue 924 S. Main St., Broken Arrow Modernmommarket@gmail.com May 21 - Noon to 4pm Camp Bandage Events Park 21101 E. 101st St., Broken Arrow campbandage.org/brokenarrow (918) 857-9394 May 23-June 3 - 10am Rotary Rooster Egg Hunt Win a ride in the Rooster Day Parade and $1,000! Broken Arrow Public Access Areas (918) 251-5311 May 27 - 8pm Movie on the Lawn Lilo and Stitch Central Park Community Center 1500 S. Main St., Broken Arrow (918) 259-8437 June 4 - 8am to 3pm Summer Science Smackdown SW Corner of New Orleans Square 3762 S. Elm Pl., Broken Arrow brokenarrowok.gov/our-city/ resources/community-calendar (918) 808-7391 June 4 9-Pin No Tap Bowling Tournament Broken Arrow Lanes 4701 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow brokenarrowchamber.com/ community-events/ (254) 449-2911 June 9-12 - 6pm Rooster Days Festival Central Park 1500 S. Main Street, Broken Arrow roosterdays.com (918) 251-1518

June 21 - 7am to 6pm

Happy Hands Education Center Golf Tournament Indian Springs Country Club 16006 East 131st St S. Broken Arrow happyhands.org (918) 893-4800

July 16 - 10am to 3pm Taste of Summer Central Park Community Center 1500 S Main St., Broken Arrow tasteofsummerba.com (918) 259-8437

yst.org/gala2022 (918) 582-0061 June 22-25 - 4pm to 10pm LibertyFest Fireworks (on 25th only), Live Music, Food, Carnival games, Bounce House, Dunk Tank, and more. Rogers Point Park 4000 U.S. Rte 66, Claremore cityofcatoosa.org/Calendar.aspx (918) 266-2505

May 14 - 7pm to 9pm Main Street Masquerade Will Rogers Memorial Museum 1701 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore downtownclaremore.org/event/ main-street-masquerade/ (918) 341-5881 May 21 - 8am to 3pm Claremore’s Indoor Flea Market 400 Veterans Pkwy., Claremore visitclaremore.org/events (918) 342-5357

July 22-23 - 9am to 5pm Woodcarving and Art Festival Central Park Community Center 1500 S. Main Street, Broken Arrow eowa.us (918) 693-2418

July 8 – 6pm to 9pm Rt. 66 Native Arts Alliance Gala Art, auction, fashion and music Bella Donna Event Center 2188 N. Hwy. 167, Catoosa Rt66nativeartsalliance.org (918) 277-2278

May 26-29 - 6pm Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo Will Rogers Stampede Arena 13601 E. 480 Rd., Claremore willrogersstampede.com (918) 342-5357

July 30 - 5:30pm to 10pm Water Lantern Festival Events Park 21101 E. 101st St., Broken Arrow waterlanternfestival.com/tulsa.php

July 9 - 10am to 5pm Rt. 66 Arts Festival Food, Live Music, Artists 1801 N HWY 66. Catoosa rt66nativeartsalliance.org/events/

May 26 - 6pm to 9pm Boots on the Boulevard Downtown Claremore 422 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore downtownclaremore.org (918) 341-5881

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations.

CATOOSA May 6 - 6pm to 9pm History Legends and Hall of Fame Event Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa claremoremoh.org/event/historylegends-hall-of-fame-event/ (918) 923-6490 June 4 - 8am to 3pm Port City Volkswagon Show 2022 Rogers Point Park 4000 U.S. Rte. 66, Claremore golfinvite.net/portcityvolkswagenshow June 11 - 6:30pm A Mardi Gras Grand Ball Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 777 W Cherokee St, Catoosa

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May 27-29 - 9am to 5pm OK-KS Welsh Pony and Cob Show Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Pkwy., Claremore facebook.com/okkswelshponysociety (918) 341-8688

July 28 - 9am to 10:30am Word Search Rolling Hills Senior Center 801 N 193rd E Ave., Catoosa rollinghills.us/ (918) 266-5500

June 18 - 10am to 5pm Will’s Cowboy Trader Days at the Ranch Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd., Oologah willrogers.com/eventsandactivities (918) 341-0719

CLAREMORE

June 20 - 7pm Master Gardeners Association Presentation: Reighly Hendrix Rogers County Building 416 S. Brady, Claremore mgaroco.com (918) 923-4958

Mon, Tues & Wed in May - 5pm to 8pm Live Horse Racing Will Rogers Downs 20900 S 4200 Rd, Claremore cherokeecasino.com/will-rogersdowns (918) 283-8800

June 25-26 - 8am to 5pm Hunter Jumper Horse Show Claremore Expo Center

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400 Veterans Pkwy., Claremore okhunterjumper.com OHJAInc@gmail.com July 2 - 6pm to 10:30pm Claremore’s 4th of July Celebration Claremore Lake Park East Blue Starr Drive, Claremore moreclaremore.com (918) 720-6148 July 8-9 - 5pm to 9am Overnight at the Chuckwagon Will Rogers Memorial Museum 1701 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore willrogers.com/eventsandactivities (918) 341-0719

COLLINSVILLE May 7 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven Wild West Murder Mystery 1011 W. Main Street. Collinsville (918) 724-5315 May 12, June 9, July 14 6pm to 8pm Vendor Fair Collinsville City Plaza 1126 W. Main Street. Collinsville cityofcollinsville.com/calendar (918) 371-1010 June 9 - 3pm to 4pm Mermaid Sugar Scrub Collinsville Library - Meeting Room 1223 Main, Collinsville events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6403246 (918) 549-7323 June 9 - 6pm to 8pm Collinsville Chamber of Commerce Summerfest 2022 Collinsville City Plaza 1126 W. Main Street. Collinsville collinsvillechamber.org/community-calendar (918) 371-4703 June 9 - 8:30pm to 10:30pm Collinsville Chamber of Commerce Outdoor Summer Movies Collinsville City Plaza

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1126 W. Main Street, Collinsville collinsvillechamber.org/communitycalendar (918) 371-4703 July 2 - All Day Independence Day Celebration Parade on Main Street beginning at 9am Main Street, Collinsville cityofcollinsville.com/Calendar (918) 371-1010

DISNEY July 1 Picture in Scripture AmphitheaterDamascus Road 36656 S. 510 Rd., Eucha pictureinscripture.com (918) 435-8207 July 3 - 9:30pm Grand Lake Fireworks 322 W. Main St., Disney grandlakefireworks.com (918) 261-8886

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JENKS

May 1 - 11am to 6pm Jenks America Food Truck Festival Main Street Jenks (918) 299-5005 May 7 - 9am Handlebars & Hot Rods Car and Bike Show RiverWalk Crossing Jenks 300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks (918) 695-6671 June 7 - 9am to 9:30am Oklahoma Aquarium Storytime 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6383359 (918) 549-7323 June 24 - 6:30pm to 8am ZZZs in the Seas Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Dr., Jenks okaquarium.org (918) 296-3474

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations.

GROVE May 6 - 5pm to 9pm Grove Block Party Grove Community Center Lawn 104 W 3rd St, Grove (918) 786-9079 May 13-15 - 9am to 3pm Mountain Men Rendezvous Har-Ber Village Museum 4404 W 20th Rd, Grove har-bervillage.com (918) 786-6446 May 28 - 9am to 2pm Grove Farmers Market Grove Community Center Lawn 104 W 3rd St, Grove facebook.com/grovefarmersmarket/

July 4 - All Day BoomFest Hosted by The City of Jenks Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks jenks.com (918) 299-5883

MUSKOGEE April 30-June 5 Saturdays & Sundays 10:30am to 6pm Plus Memorial Day, May 30 Oklahoma Renaissance Festival Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Rd., Muskogee okcastle.com (918) 687-3625

May 14 - 9am to 4:30pm Chili and BBQ Cook-Off Hatbox Field 4000-4258 Border Ave, Muskogee muskogeecookoff.com/ (918) 913-3868 June 4 - 7pm to 9pm Symphony in the Park Honor Heights Park 1400 Honor Heights Dr, Muskogee muskogeechamber.org (918) 682-2401 June 15-July 4 - 9am to 9pm Fireworks at the Castle Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Rd., Muskogee okcastle.com (918) 687-3625 July 1-2 - 7pm to 10pm Bull Riders Muskogee Civic Center 425 Boston St, Muskogee muskogeeciviccenter.com/events (918) 684-6363 July 2 - 8am to Noon Muskogee Farmers’ Market 425 W Okmulgee Ave, Muskogee muskogeefarmersmarket.org/ muskogeefarmersmarket@gmail.com. July 21-23 - Times Vary Bass Reeves Western History Conference Three Rivers Museum 220 Elgin St., Muskogee bassreevesconference.com (918) 686-6624

OOLOGAH May 20 - 6:30pm Bit by Bit, an Urban Cowboy Soiree 21N 14674 S. Hwy 169, Oologah (918) 371-1750 May 21 - 10:45am Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club Old-Fashioned Picnic Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E 380 Rd, Oologah indianwpc.org (918) 760-7499

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OWASSO Saturdays, May - July 9am to 1pm Farmers Market Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main Street, Owasso cityofowasso.com/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Redbud-Festival-Park-24 (918) 376-1539 May 5, June 2, July 7 6pm to 9pm Gathering on Main Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main St., Owasso owassogathering.com (918) 376-0099 May 20, June 17, July 22 4pm to 10pm Friday Night Live Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main Street, Owasso cityofowasso.com/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Redbud-Festival-Park-24 (918) 376-1539 May 21 - 6pm to 10pm Community Movie Night Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main Street, Owasso cityofowasso.com/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Redbud-Festival-Park-24 (918) 376-1539 June 3 - 10:30am to 11:15am Hot Toast Music Company Band Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main St., Owasso hottoastmusic.com (918) 549-7323 June 6 - 10:30am to 11:15am Will Parker: Music for Kids Ages 1-100 Redbud Festival Park 109 N. Main St., Owasso events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6380443 (918) 549-7323 July 4 - 9pm Red, White and Boom Fireworks

Fireworks will be launched from The Greens in Owasso Free Admission 13600 East 84th St N., Owasso cityofowasso.com (918) 376-1500

PORTER

July 14-16 - 5pm to 10pm 2022 Porter Peach Festival 447 Main St, Porter porterpeachfestivals.com (918) 869-0362

PRYOR

May 7 - 1pm to 3pm Books & Brews Club Fat Toad Brewing Company 3882 W 530, Pryor facebook.com/events/ 4738844709567965/473884474 2901295 (918) 864-9339 May 26 ROMP Let’s Talk About It Book Club Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry 416 E Main, Locust Grove

July 1 - 2pm to 3pm Water Balloon Launching! Charles Page Library 551 E. 4th St., Sand Springs events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6440134 (918) 549-7521

SAPULPA

Saturdays in May, June, July - 7:30am to 11am Route 66 Farmers Market Sapulpa Courthouse parking lot 222 S. Dewey, Sapulpa sapulpamainstreet.com/FarmersMarket.html (918) 224-5709 2nd Tuesday of May, June, July - 5pm to 7:30pm Ladies Night Out Downtown Sapulpa sapulpamainstreet.com/ LadiesNightOut.html (918) 224-5709 1st & 3rd Friday in May, June, July Food Truck Friday

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations. rompoetry.com/ (918) 479-7667 June 10-11 84th Annual 4-Way Rodeo 2200 NE 1st Street, Pryor 4wayrodeo.com/schedule (918) 637-5603

SAND SPRINGS

June 10 - 10:30am to 11:30am Zoo 2 U Pratt Library - Meeting Room 3219 S. 113th W. Ave., Sand Springs events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6403302 (918) 549.7638

Main Street in Sapulpa 15 North Water Street. Sapulpa sapulpamainstreet.com/index.html (918) 224-5709 3rd Friday of May, June, July - 7pm to 9pm Rock the Route 2022 Concert Series South East corner of Park and Hobson Street, Sapulpa sapulpamainstreet.com/RockTheRoute.html (918) 224-5709 May 16 - 4pm to 5:30pm Adulting Classes Sapulpa Bartlett Carnegie Library 27 W Dewey Ave, Sapulpa sapulpachamber.com/events/

details/adulting-05-16-2022-4086 (918) 224-5624 June 3-5 & 10-12 Flowers for Algernon Sapulpa Community Theater 124 S Water St., Sapulpa sapulpatheatre.org/ (918) 227-2169 June 11 - 2pm to 6pm Kite Festival Hollier Park 900 W Okmulgee Ave., Sapulpa (918) 227-5151 July 18-22 - 9am to 4pm Arts Explore! Holmes Park Elementary 1231 E Dewey Ave. Sapulpa (918) 224-0170

SKIATOOK

May 6 - 7pm to 11pm Skiatook Round Up Club Playdays Ferree Memorial Museum 14800-14808 N. Cincinnati Ave., Skiatook (918) 520-4481 May 19 - 6pm to 9pm Third Thursday in the Park Live Music, Vendors, Food Trucks Skiatook Central Park Highway 20 and Osage Prairie Trailhead skiatookchamber.com/events (918) 396-3702 July 4 Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks start 30 mins after dark Skiatook Airport 1501 S Lombard Ln, Skiatook skiatookchamber.com/ (918) 396-3702

SPERRY

May 3 - 6pm to 7pm Pajama Storytime: Exploring the Moon and Stars Judy Z. Kishner Library 10150 N Cincinnati Ave, Sperry

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events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6498412 (918) 549-7577 July 4 Fire over the Water Fireworks start 15 mins after dark Cross Timbers Marina, Skiatook Lake 12301 CrossTimbers Dr, Sperry crosstimbersmarina.com/ (918) 288-2332

TULSA

Wednesdays in May 11am to 2pm Food Truck Wednesday Guthrie Green 111 East M.B. Brady Street, Tulsa guthriegreen.com/events-calendar (918) 574-2421 May 1-15 Singin’ In the Rain Presented by: Theater Tulsa John H. Williams Theater 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 May 6 - 10am Family Nature Walk and Nature Fun Fridays Philbrook Museum 2727 S. Rockford Rd., Tulsa philbrook.org (918) 748-5300 May 6 Art Crawl on 66 Tulsa Route 66 Main Street, starting at 1648 Southwest Boulevard and ending at 4377 Southwest Boulevard route66mainstreet.com (918) 445-4457 May 6-8 - 11am MayFest Downtown Tulsa’s Arts District and Historic Greenwood www.tulsamayfest.org (918) 584-3333 May 6-8 - Times Vary Germanfest 2022

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German-American Society of Tulsa 2301 E. 15th St., Tulsa facebook.com/GASTulsa/ (918) 744-6997 May 6-14 The God of Carnage Liddy Doenges Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 May 7 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm Tulsa Symphony Orchestra presents Mercurial: Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 Tulsa Performing Arts Center 110 E 2nd St., Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 May 12 - 4pm to 4:30pm Story Time PSO Reading Tree, Gathering Place 2650 S John Williams Way East, Tulsa gatheringplace.org/reading-tree (918) 779-1000 May 12 - 5:30pm Golden Brew Competition

Tulsa Garden Center tulsagardencenter.org (641) 777-3336 May 14 - 4pm to 9:30pm Aviator Ball 2022 Tulsa Air & Space Museum & Planetarium 3624 N. 74th E. Ave., Tulsa tulsamuseum.org (918) 834-9900 May 14 - 6pm to 8pm The Bloom Event - $35 Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA Haley Chapel 5400 S. Olympia Avenue. Tulsa ymcatulsa.org/hermanandkate (918) 446-1424 May 15 - 6:30pm Tribute to Gus Hardin, Debbie Campbell, Betsy Smittle and the Tulsa Sound Cain’s Ballroom 423 N. Main St., Tulsa womenofsongok.com cainsballroom.com (615)944-5981

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations. Patron Party 307 E. Reconciliation Way, Tulsa yst.org/events-1/?lang=es (918) 582-0061 May 13 - 6pm to 9:15pm Director’s BBQ *Reservations required; limited capacity Philbrook Museum philbrook.org (918) 748-5320 membership@philbrook.org May 14 Gardeners and Their Secrets Garden Tour Rodgers’ Garden 2235 E 35th St., Tulsa Tickets available at

May 18 Dog Play Wednesday Gathering Place 2650 S John Williams Way East, Tulsa www.gatheringplace.org/events (918) 779-1000 May 20 - 7:30pm Tulsa Symphony Orchestra presents Walt Disney Animation Studios “A Decade in Concert” ONEOK Field 201 N Elgin Ave., Tulsa tulsasymphony.org/disney-inconcert/ (918) 584-3645 May 21 - 10am 6th Annual Route 66 Patriotfest 3770 Southwest Blvd., Tulsa

(918) 445-4457 May 21 - 10am to 11am Art Start PSO Reading Tree Gathering Place 2650 S John Williams Way East, Tulsa www.gatheringplace.org/events (918) 779-1000 May 27 - 5pm to 9pm Burger Night Philbrook Museum 2727 S. Rockford Rd., Tulsa philbrook.org (918) 748-5300 May 28 - 10am to 11am Meditation at the Museum with At EASE Meditation Philbrook Museum 2727 S Rockford Road, Tulsa philbrook.org/calendar (918) 748-5300 May 28 - 10am to Noon Sprinkler Saturdays Philbrook Museum 2727 S Rockford Road, Tulsa philbrook.org/calendar (918) 748-5300 June 2 - 10am to 11am Garden Play Thursday Central Library - Tandy Garden 400 Civic Center, Tulsa events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6376514 (918) 549-7323 Thursdays, June 2 thru Aug 4 - 7pm to 9pm Summers Fifth Night Utica Square 1709 Utica Square, Tulsa uticasquare.com/events/summersfifth-night (918) 742-5531 June 3 - 8am Kids Yoga at the Zoo Tulsa Zoo 6421 E 36th St N, Tulsa tulsazoo.org (918) 669-6600

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June 3 - 6pm to 9pm International Jazz Fest Guthrie Green 111 East M.B. Brady Street, Tulsa guthriegreen.com/events-calendar/ (918) 574-2421 June 3-5 Dylan and the Beats Zarrow Center for Art & Education 124 East Reconciliation Way, Tulsa calendar.utulsa.edu/event/dylanand-the-beats (918) 631-4419 June 4 - 10am Tulsa VegFest 2022 Guthrie Green 111 E Reconciliation Way, Tulsa guthriegreen.com/events-calendar/ (918) 574-2421 June 4 - 10am to 3pm Dog Days of Summer Meadow Gold District 1324 E 11th St S, Tulsa meadowgold66@gmail.com June 5 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm Disney Princess Tea Harwelden Mansion 2210 S. Main St., Tulsa harweldenmansion.com (918) 834-9900 June 6 - 1pm to 2pm Will Parker: Music for Kids Ages 1-100 Zarrow Regional Library South Meeting Room 2224 W. 51st St., Tulsa events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6380599 (918) 549-7323 June 6-11 National Garden Week Summit Club 15 W. 6th St., Tulsa summittulsa.com (918) 582-5243 June 10-11 - All Day Tulsa Tough Guthrie Green 111 East M.B. Brady Street, Tulsa guthriegreen.com/events-calendar/ (918) 574-2421

June 11 - 10am to 1pm Ripple Effect | Pool & Splash Pad Open House Tulsa Dream Center 200 W 46th St N, Tulsa tulsadreamcenter.org (918) 430-9984 June 11-12 The Second Hurricane Liddy Doenges Theater 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 June 14-19 Oklahoma! Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 June 25 - 8am The Runway Run 2022 Tulsa Air & Space Museum & Planetarium 3624 N. 74th E. Ave., Tulsa tulsamuseum.org (918) 834-9900

201 N. Elgin Ave., Tulsa milb.com/tulsa/tickets/singlegame-tickets (918) 744-5998 July 2 - 6pm to 9pm First Friday Art Crawl Tulsa Arts District /thetulsaartsdistrict.org/first-fridayart-crawl/ July 4 - 7:30am Fleet Feet Firecracker 5K Fleet Feet Blue Dome 418 E. 2nd St., Tulsa runsignup.com/Race/OK/Tulsa/ FleetFeetFirecracker (918) 492-3338 x2 July 4 - 6pm to 10pm Folds of Honor FreedomFest DreamKeepers Park 1875 S Boulder Park Dr, Tulsa freedomfesttulsa.com (918) 596-2001 July 6 - 11am to 11:30am Make-and-Take Crafts Rudisill Regional Library Ancestral Hall 1520 N. Hartford, Tulsa events.tulsalibrary.org/

ALERT! Check with all venues prior to event time for COVID-19 protocols or cancellations. June 25 - Noon Boulder Dash 2022 Welltown Brewing 114 W. Archer St., Tulsa Boulderdashtulsa.com (918) 221-8893

event/6278881 (918) 549-7323 July 8-10 - 6pm Rush Fest Music Festival 2224 E Admiral Blvd, Tulsa facebook.com/RushFestMusic

June 25-26 Route 66 Road Fest SageNet Center, Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St., Tulsa route66roadfest.com/event/route66-road-fest-tulsa/ (918) 744-1113

July 10 - 6:30pm The Masked Singer Tulsa Theater 105 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa tulsatheater.com/event/the-maskedsinger (918) 582-7239

July 1 & 2 - 7:05pm, July 3 - 6:05pm Tulsa Drillers Games and Firework Shows ONEOK Field

July 15-17 - 9am to 6pm An Affair Of The Heart Tulsa, OK SageNet Center Expo at Expo Square

4145 E 21st St, Tulsa aaoth.com July 16 - 7pm Black Light Run Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park 3101 N Garnett Rd, Tulsa tulsaracewaypark.com/ (918) 437-7223 July 17-18 - Times Vary Tulsa Rock Gem Mineral and Jewelry Show Exchange Center at Expo Square 4145 E 21st St. Tulsa tulsarockandmineralsociety.org (918) 266-1687 July 19 - 6pm 4th Annual Lipsync Battle $50 Per Team $5 Audience Admission Pathways Adult Learning Center 4102 E. 61st St., Tulsa pathwaysok.org/battle (918) 859-0060 July 19-24 Anastasia Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa tulsapac.com/events (918) 596-7111 July 21 - 5pm to 7pm Boba Party Schusterman-Benson Library Meeting Room 3333 E. 32nd Place, Tulsa events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6466678 (918) 549-7323 July 22-24 - Times Vary Home and Garden Show of Oklahoma Exchange Center at Expo Square 4145 E 21st St. Tulsa coxradiotulsa.com (918) 523-2067 July 25 - Noon to 12:50pm Music Sandwiched In: Shelby Eicher and Tommy Crook Central Library Aaronson Auditorium (L01) 400 Civic Center, Tulsa events.tulsalibrary.org/ event/6466803 (918) 549-7323

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