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Arts
STUDENT ART SHOW, daily to March 31, Five Civilized Tribes Museum, 1101 Honor Heights Drive. Many art pieces are for sale. Information: Mary Robinson, 683-1701.
ATALOA LODGE MUSEUM, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays, Bacone College, Muskogee. Exhibits show the history and culture of various tribes and collections of American Indian artifacts in the United States, including Choctaw, Navajo, Apache baskets and Maria Martinez black pottery. Located next to the chapel on campus of Bacone College near the Oklahoma 16 entrance. Group tours available. Information: 781-7283.
PAINTING, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Kiwanis Senior Citizens Center, 119 Spaulding Blvd. Violet Blair will oversee the class. If you paint and would like help, come join the class. Information: 684-6310.
OPEN STUDIO, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays, Muskogee Art Guild, 315 Court St. Free. Information: Beverly Keeley, 683-4265.
ALFREDO ZALCE: EL GRAFICO POPULAR ART EXHIBITION, daily to March 23, Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa. View over 40 works by this Mexican artist, known for his printmaking and views on Mexican society and politics. Information: www.gilcrease.org or call 596-2700.
1776-1876: A CENTURY OF AMERICAN HISTORY IN ART EXHIBITION, daily to May 11, Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa. Historical art work from an important time in American history, as well as the only known certified copy of the Declaration of Independence and many other historical treasures. Information: www.gilcrease.org or call 596-2700.
“THE EYE OF THE COLLECTOR: THE JEWISH VISION OF SIGMUND R. BALKA,” daily to April 27, Special Exhibitions Gallery, Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art, 2021 E. 71st St., Tulsa. A traveling exhibition created by the Hebrew Union Museum of New York includes images of traditional Jewish life and religion while it documents the Jewish quest to make a new home in America and the fate of those caught up in the Holocaust. The only viewing of this exhibition outside New York City. Information: 492-1818.
EUFAULA ART WALK, Oct. 24 and 25, downtown Eufaula. Over 30 artists and musicians throughout the downtown area. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.
Auditions
“LUCKY STIFF” AUDITIONS, April 6, Broken Arrow Community Playhouse, The Main Place, 1800 S. Main, Broken Arrow. Performance dates are June 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 and 15. Information: 258-0077 or www.bacptheatre.com.
Benefits
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DAV BENEFIT BREAKFAST, 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, third Saturday, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 7, 4815 W. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $4, adults; $2, children under 12. Menu: eggs, sausage, biscuits, gravy, buckwheat pancakes, coffee, milk and juice. Proceeds directly support local Disabled American Veterans and their families.
WILD ONION DINNER, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, 600 E. Okmulgee Ave. Sponsored by Fife Memorial United Methodist Church with proceeds to benefit the church building fund and church programs. Cost: $7 a plate, includes: wild onions and scrambled eggs, fry bread, beans, ham, desserts and drinks. Enter through the north entrance.
ANNUAL PRAYER BREAKFAST, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Muskogee Civic Center Arena. Guest speaker will be Darryl Matthews, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity president. Sponsor: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Information: Rudy Jenkins, 683-1314.
FILL THE BUS CAMPAIGN, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 29, AAA Travel Agency, 1021 W. Okmulgee Ave. Muskogee Public Schools Transportation Department will be collecting school supplies to assist MPS students in need throughout the school year. Items needed include: paper, pencils, book bags, erasers, tablets, tissues and more. Information: Anne Henry, 684-3730.
SCRAPMATTERS SCRAPBOOK DAY, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 29, Muskogee First Assembly Fellowship Hall, 3100 Gulick. Cost: $10, advance; $15, at the door. Admission includes door prizes, lunch and a free gift to the first 50 ticket holders. All proceeds go toward Mexico missions trip. Advance tickets: Patti Simmerman, 869-7773 or simmermanp1973@yahoo.com. Make and takes and classes will be available throughout the day for a minimal fee. Vendors will be present for shopping.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, VFW Post 474, 3811 W. Okmulgee Ave., 7 to 10 a.m. April 5, first Saturdays. Cost: $4, adults; $3, children under 12. Menu: biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice and coffee. Proceeds benefit VFW families and the national children’s home.
ANNUAL EXCHANGE CLUB CHILI AND BARBECUE COOK-OFF, April 12, Muskogee Civic Center Plaza. Information: Erik Fleak, 682-7789.
Y-ME ANNUAL WALK TO EMPOWER, 8 a.m. May 11, River West Festival Park, Tulsa. Sponsor: Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. A three mile non-competitive walk to honor the survivors in your life, commemorate your own diagnosis, remember those who are no longer with us and raise funds to support free-of-charge programs and services that are offered to all those touched by breast cancer. Register or information: http://tulsawalk.y-me.org or call (877) 963-7223, Ext. 2738.
Camps
AQUARIUM SPRING BREAK CAMP, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and March 21, Oklahoma Aquarium, Jenks. Convenient options for working parents will be available. Information or registration: 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org.
TULSA AIR AND SPACE SPRING BREAK CAMP, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through March 23, Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium, 3624 N. 74th East Ave., Tulsa. Featuring hands-on exhibitions including flying a F-14 simulator, being inside of a tornado wind simulator, and riding a Segway. Reservations are required for all camps. Cost: $30 or $35 per day. Before and after care is available for $5 each. Campers will need to bring a lunch, drink and snacks. Information or registration: 834-9900, Ext. 123 or visit TulsaAirAndSpaceMuseum.com.
Classes
FREE BREAD MAKING CLASSES, Saturday, Marriott Tulsa Southern Hills, 1902 E. 71st St., Tulsa. Sponsor: King Arthur Flour Co. Inc. Class schedule: 11 a.m., yeast breads: sweet and whole grain; 3 p.m., crusty artisan breads. No registration required. Information: (800) 827-6836 or www.kingarthurflour.com.
HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Checotah Masonic Lodge No. 86, 625 W. Gentry Ave., Checotah. Sponsors: Checotah Masonic Lodge No. 86 and Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Course is free and a free lunch will be provided. Information: Lodge, 473-6878 or Ed Rodebush, 689-9505.
Concerts
AN EVENING OF GERSHWIN, today and Saturday, Tulsa Community College, 10300 E. 81st St., Tulsa. Signature Pops series. Information: 595-7777 or www.SignatureSymphonyatTCC.org.
JIMMY MARKHAM’S HARMONICA BLUES DAY, Saturday, The Jazz Deport, 111 First St., Tulsa. Oklahoma Blues legend and Jazz Hall Inductee, Mr. Markham will showcase his talent on the harmonica, and present a full day of activities, music and seminars for the youth to learn about the blues and harmonica playing. Concert at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments and beverages available. Information: 596-1001 of www.okjazz.org.
TULSA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, “A VIENNESE EVENING,” 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Chapman Music Hall, Performing Arts Center, Tulsa. Featuring the orchestra under the baton of Maestro Benjamin Zander with works by Mozart and Mahler. Violinist Filip Fenrych, 2005 winner of the Crescendo Music Award, will be the featured guest artist. Tickets available by calling 596-7111 or online at www.myticketoffice.com. Information: 584-3645.
LONGSHOT IN CONCERT, Saturday, Whiskey Jim’s, Tahlequah. Information: Don Moore, 931-0618.
SANDY GARDNER IN “LETTER FROM THE DEPOT,” 5 to 6:45 p.m. Sunday, The Jazz Dept., 111 E. First St., Tulsa. An encore presentation featuring Bill Crosby on bass, and Tony Yohe on drums. Parking on premises. Refreshments and beverages available.
JAMMIN’ WITH RALPH FAIN, DENNIS CROUCH AND BURT MAYO, 6 p.m. Thursday, first and third Thursdays, Country Gardens Assisted Living, 611 S. Country Club Road. Free. Jam to old tunes like The Sons of the Pioneers and some blues. Enter through south entrance. Information: 686-8100.
EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT, 4 p.m. doors open, March 23, Tulsa Convention Center. Admission $25, per person. Featuring Lee Williams and the Spiritual Q.C.’s, and The Jackson Southernaires. Information: www.tickets.com or (877) 885-7222.
PETE CHRISTLIEB AND UCO JAZZ BAND I, 7:30 p.m. March 27, Muskogee High School Fine Arts Auditorium, 3200 E. Shawnee. Cost: $10, reserved seating with proceeds to benefit MHS Band. Sponsors: Love Bottling, Muskogee Area Arts Council and Oklahoma Arts Council. Information: Jim Gilmartin, 684-2750, Ext. 1743; or e-mail: james-gilmartin@mpsi20.org.
N.E.R.D. IN CONCERT, 7 p.m. doors open, March 28, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. Featuring Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo of the Neptunes. Tickets: $28, in advance; $30, day of show; available at Cain’s Box Office, All Reasor’s Stores and Starship Records, by phone (866) 443-8849 or 584-2306 or online at Gettix.net.
ALMOST FAMOUS TOUR, 7 to 9 p.m. March 29, Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame, 401 S. Third St. Featuring: Colton Swon – Oklahoma; Drew Poppelreiter – Mississippi; and Brandon Green – Mississippi. Tickets: $10 per person. CD’s, T-shirts and refreshments available. Alcohol free environment. Information: 687-0800.
GARY LEWIS AND THE PLAYBOYS IN CONCERT, 8 p.m. March 29, Alma Performing Arts Center, Fort Smith, Ark. Tickets: (479) 632-2129, or www.almapac.org.
JASON BOLAND AND THE STRAGGLERS IN CONCERT, March 29, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa.
BLUEGRASS CONCERT, 7 p.m. April 1, Kerr Junior High School, 2300 S. Linda Lane, Del City. Featured bands: Faris Family, Ozawkie, Kan.; Boggy River Bluegrass, Allen; and Six Mile Line, Oklahoma City. Sponsors: Oklahoma Bluegrass Club and Oklahoma Arts Council. Bring instruments for jamming. Information: Pat Pogue, (405) 677-1509, or Jeff Reeves, (405) 282-1649.
BLUE MAN GROUP, 7 p.m. April 3, Ford Center, 100 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City. Information: (405) 602-8700.
BRUCE HORNSBY IN CONCERT, 8 p.m. April 3, Rose State College Performing Arts Theatre, I-40 and Hudiburg Drive, Midwest City. Tickets: $49.50, can be charged by phone, (405) 297-2264 or (800) 364-7111 or purchased at www.myticketoffice.com.
MICHAEL BUBLE IN CONCERT, 8 p.m. April 4, Ford Theatre, 100 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City. Information: (405) 602-8700.
BLUE MAN GROUP, 8 p.m. April 5, Mabee Center, Tulsa. Tickets: $49.50 and $75, available Feb. 9 at www.mabeecenter.com or 495-6000.
NIGHT OF THE RISING STARS, 7:30 p.m. April 12, Wagoner Performing Arts Center. Featuring Kaileigh Bullard, and Zac and Colton Swon. Tickets: $10, with proceeds to benefit Wagoner Area Neighbors and Grad Nite 2008 activities for Wagoner High School. Information or tickets: Jean Riggs, 269-6642; Cora Fletcher, 485-4046; Meredith Zehr, Wagoner Area Chamber of Commerce, 485-3414. Tickets can also be purchased in the enrollment office of the Wagoner Public Schools Administration Building, Wagoner locations of Jamaica Me Crazy, Lancaster Agency, Curves of Wagoner and the Wagoner Tribune.
FEIST IN CONCERT, April 14, Cain’s Ballroom, 423 S. Main, Tulsa. Nominated for four Grammy awards. Tickets available at: Cain’s Box Office, Reasor’s Stores and Starship Records. Charge at (866) 443-8849 or online at Gettix.net.
BON JOVI IN CONCERT, 7 p.m. April 15, Ford Theatre, 100 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City. Information: (405) 602-8700.
MINISTRY LIVE IN CONCERT, April 16, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. With special guests: Meshuggah and Hemlock. Tickets on sale at Cain’s Box Office, Reasor’s stores and Starship Records. Charge at (866) 443-8849 or www.Gettix.net.
WAYMAN TISDALE IN CONCERT, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. April 18, The Jazz Depot, 111 First St., Tulsa. Tickets on sale now at Jazz Depot or online at okjazz.org.; exposquare.com or call 376-6000.
KENNY CHESNEY IN CONCERT, 7:30 p.m. May 2, Ford Theatre, 100 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City. Information: (405) 602-8700.
COUNTRY FEVER FESTIVAL, June 12, 13, 14 and 15, four miles north of Pryor, off U.S. 69. Featuring Dierks Bentley, Gretchen Wilson, Sugarland, Willie Nelson and 25 other country singers. Tickets available at www.countryfeverfest.com or charge by phone at (866) 310-2288. Information: www.countryfeverfest.com.
OK MOZART MUSIC FESTIVAL, June 13 through 21, Bartlesville. Ticket prices vary, from free to $125. Information: 336-9800 or www.okmozart.com.
SOME CONCERT, 8 p.m. to midnight, June 28, Eufaula Cove Pavilion. Featuring Miss Blues from Oklahoma City. Free. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.
KENNY CHESNEY “POETS AND PIRATES TOUR,” 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10, BOK Center, Tulsa. With special guest LeAnn Rimes. Cost: $72.50, all seats reserved. Tickets on sale at: area Homeland stores, Tulsa Convention Center Box Office, or (877) 885-7222.
CELINE DION 2008-09 TAKING CHANCES WORLD TOUR, Nov. 13, BOK Center, Tulsa. Tickets: $167, $127, $77, $49.50, (other convenience charges may apply). Tickets can be purchased at Tulsa Convention Center Box Office, www.bokcenter.com, all Tickets.com outlets, or charge by phone toll free (877) 885-7222.
Dances
ROUND DANCING, 5 to 7 p.m. beginners, 7 to 9 p.m. intermediate, Sundays, Hatbox Dance Building, 540 S. 40th St. Instructors: Pat and Erma Chamberlain. Information: 687-8018.
LINE DANCING AT HATBOX, 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays, 640 S. 40th St. Cost: $2, beginner, intermediate and advanced line dances. All ages welcome. Information: 683-3572.
BEGINNERS LINE DANCING, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Kiwanis Senior Citizens Center, 119 Spaulding Blvd. Cost: $1. Information: 683-3572.
BELLY DANCE FOR BEGINNERS, 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Parish Hall, Grace Episcopal Church, 218 N. Sixth St. Cost: $20 per month, $5 per week. Information: Eve Newton, 816-6017.
PRAISE DANCE WORKSHOP, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Martin Luther King Center.
SWING DANCE CLASSES, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Jazz Depot, Tulsa. Dance instructors are Jamin Jackson and Gina Bradford. They will teach west coast swing dance, cha-cha-cha and salsa dancing. Cost: $5 each class. Sign up at the Jazz Hall office, 596-1001.
SQUARE DANCES, 8 p.m. Tuesday, second Tuesdays, Community Building, Cherokee and Jefferson streets, Wagoner. Sponsor: Teacup Chains Plus Square Dance Club. Workshop begins at 7:30 p.m. Caller: Shane Greer and guests. Information: 485-3186.
BEGINNER’S LINE DANCE LESSONS, 7 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Hatbox Dance Building, 540 S. 40th St. Free. Stay for dance-as-you-learn lessons from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $2 per person. No alcohol or smoking allowed. All ages welcome. Information: 360-2709.
LINE DANCING, 10 to 11:30 a.m. first, second, fourth Thursdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m. third Thursday, Kiwanis Senior Citizens Center, 119 Spaulding Blvd. Free. Information: 683-3572 or 684-6310.
BELLY DANCERCISE, 6:30 p.m. Fridays, Francie’s Dance Studio, 311 Court St. Cost: $20 per month, $5 per week. Students may stay for an extra half hour to learn a dance routine for $2 a session. Child care available. Information: Eve Newton, 816-6017.
ADULT BALLROOM CLASSES, 6 p.m. Fridays, Cockle Dance Studio, 2309 Callahan. Learn swing, waltz, fox-trot and Latin dancing. Cost: $45 monthly, per couple. Information: 683-4653.
Events
ANNUAL MUSKOGEE HOME, GARDEN, LANDSCAPE, BOAT, and RV SHOW, noon to 7 p.m. today, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Exhibition Building, Muskogee Fairgrounds. Featuring the latest boats and RVs, lawn equipment and features, plants, home and interior design, demonstrations, classes, and more. Cruising Angels and other car club members will be available to answer questions and will have cars for viewing. Information regarding sponsorship or booth space: Jim or Charlotte Foltz, 681-2181, 685-1515 or 391-0720.
TEAM ROPING, 7 p.m. books open, Fridays, Hilltop Indoor Arena. Information: Barton Arena Productions, 616-9269 or 463-3269, e-mail: letsrope@crosstel.net.
ARK OF FAITH COFFEEHOUSE, 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays, 401 E. Broadway. Featuring various local talent. Refreshments are free. Bring one song, poem, or a three-minute testimony to share at audience-participation set. Information: 682-8411.
ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S 5K RUN, 9 a.m. Saturday, Brookside, 43rd and Peoria streets, Tulsa. Cost: $20 with proceeds to benefit Special Olympics Oklahoma and Tulsa Running Club. Information: 481-1234 or www.sook.org.
DNA LIFEPRINT CHILD SAFETY EVENT, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Muskogee Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 1711 W. Shawnee Road. Endorsed by John Walsh. Featuring new biometrics fingerprinting and DNA identification kit. Free. Information: www.dna-lifeprint.com.
ANNUAL MISS/MR. AZALEA PAGEANT, Saturday, Arrowhead Mall. Pageant is open to girls from birth to 18 years, and boys birth to 36 months. All that enter will receive a trophy and have an opportunity to model in fashion shows at the mall. Winners will receive crowns, banners, trophies and will be eligible to ride in the Azalea Parade. Entry forms are available at the Customer Service desk and Crowning Moments in the mall, Nearly New and Fancy Too, Thornton’s Clothing or by calling Debbie Morgan at 463-2693.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT WILD ONION DINNER, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Big Cussetah Indian Methodist Church, Morris. Cost: $8, adults; $3, children 10 years old and under; $8 for all carryouts. Directions: three miles west of Morris on New Morris highway to Prairie Bell Road, then three and one-half miles south on Prairie Bell Road. Information: Miley Hargis, 342-3637.
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, United Keetoowah Cherokee Celebration Grounds, south of Tahlequah, off W. Willis Road. Featuring three egg hunts, water balloon toss, a free meal and gospel singing. Three age categories for the egg hunts: 1 - 3 years; 4 - 7 years; and 8 - 12 years. Prizes will be awarded in each category. Participants should bring lawn chairs. Information: 431-1818.
ANIMAL EASTER PARADE PHOTO CONTEST, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, PAWS Facility, 4321 Hayes St. Easter/Spring photos will be made while you wait. Cost varies. PAWS will photograph pets, families, or families with pets. Reprint orders will be taken until May 1. Information: 686-7297.
GAME OF S-K-A-T-E, 12:30 p.m. registration, 1 p.m. game, Saturday, Love-Hatbox Complex, skateboard area. Entry: $4. Parents must be present for those under the age of 18 for registration. Different age groups available. Event canceled if raining. Proceeds will go into the skate park for maintenance. Information: Stacey Berry, 348-6355.
USA VS JAPAN MARTIAL ARTS, Saturday, Expo Square Pavilion, Tulsa. Featuring WFC Legend Bas Rutten. Information or tickets: 627-7070 or apolloskarate.com.
JOHN STEINBECK’S THE GRAPES OF WRATH, 1 p.m. Saturday, Roxie Theatre, 220 W. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $3 donation per person, with proceeds to fund a new movie screen. Concessions available for $1. Information: 682-7326 or e-mail: roxymovies@gmail.com.
KID’S KITE FLIGHT WORKSHOP, 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Paradise Cove, Sequoyah State Park. Free of charge. Featuring Park Pal, face painting, balloon animals, contests, pony rides, games and more. Information: 772-2545 or (800) 654-8240.
SPRING SOIREE, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, VFW Post 475, 3811 W. Okmulgee Ave. Presented by Central Northeast Oklahoma Conference Women’s Missionary Society. Cost: $15, single; $25, couple donation. Infomation: 683-8022 or 869-8534.
FREE TAX ASSISTANCE TUESDAYS, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Muskogee Public Library, 801 W. Okmulgee Ave. Information: Tim McNew, AARP Tax aide, 689-3882.
JOURNEY TO EASTER 2008, noon Wednesday. A series of Lenten services at local churches with different speakers. Lunch follows. Wednesday, Ann Brizendine of First Presbyterian, at First Baptist. Information: Brizendine, 687-5401.
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT, 6 to 10 p.m. March 21, third Fridays, Gore United Methodist Church, Fourth and Winn streets. Free. Infants to 10-year-olds welcome, features crafts, storytelling, games, movies and pizza. Information: 489-5313.
VICTORY IN PRAISE AND WORSHIP SERVICE, 7 p.m. March 21, United Keetowah Band Wellness Center, Tahlequah. Guest speaker will be Rick Manus Ministries from Tulsa. Performers will include Larry Harrison, Deputy Chief of the Seminole Nation with “Lively Stones”, Visionary, Sound of Freedom, Sonya Hartness, and Wayne and Lucille Harjo. Everyone may bring instruments, song, come and worship and experience fellowship with one another. Bring lawn chairs. Refreshments will be served. Information: Norman and Janie Carey, 506-4081.
FAMILY FISHING DAY, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 22, Illinois River below Tenkiller Dam. Sponsor: Tulsa Fly Fishers. Play Day will include instruction for fly casting, tying, and fishing. Music, raffles, prizes, and prize-winning barbecue will be available. Proceeds will be donated to improve access, habitat, and water quality of the Illinois River. Admission is free. Bring your own chairs. Information: tulsaflyfishers.org or troutbuzzer.com.
TALIHINA MOUNTAIN GATE POKER RUN, 9 a.m. sign-in, 10 a.m. leave, March 22, Big Al’s Steakhouse, Second St., Talihina. Anyone may enter. Cost: $20, per driver and passengers. Payout will be $1000. Route will be approximately 120 miles through Winding Stair and Kiamichi Mountains. Arrival will be at The Rockin’ H Store, 54058 Oklahoma 271s. Contests, prizes, concessions, and a bonfire are planned. Information: Talihina Chamber of Commerce, 567-3434, or www.talihinacc.com.
MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM, 7 p.m. March 25, Samuel L. Sadler Arts Academy Auditorium, 800 Altamont. Five of the six candidates: Hershel McBride, Ron Venters Sr., John Hammons, Glynda Oliver and Barney Taylor will be in attendance to field questions from the community.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. March 29, fourth Saturdays, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Parish Life Center, 301 N. Virginia. Free. Enter through the west doors. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council No. 962. Information: Alan Zbavitel, Grand Knight, 683-1662 or Joe Brandt, K of C activities chairman, 577-6141.
PUBLIC BAKE DAY, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 29, Fort Gibson Historic Site, 907 N. Garrison, Oklahoma 80, Fort Gibson. Bring a favorite bread recipe and your oldest pan and bake in the brick oven. Information: 478-4088.
PLAYNIGHT SERIES 2008, 7:30 p.m. April 4, first and third Fridays, beginning April, Porter Roundup Club. Events include flag race, cloverleaf barrels, pole bending and surprise event. Negative Coggins required, original copy. Concessions. Information: 261-9690.
MYSTERY DINNER THEATER, 6 p.m. April 4 and 5, noon April 5, Eastside Community Church, 500 Peak Blvd. Help solve “The Case of the Missing Sunday School Teacher.” Cost: $11, adults; $7, children 10 and under. Full meal served throughout the drama at all performances, free spy kits, door prizes, and clues about each suspect. Reservations: 687-6790.
MUSKOGEE COUNTY GOSPEL SINGING CONVENTION, 1:30 p.m. April 6, first Sundays, except October; Greenleaf Apartments, 715 S. York St. Information: Zane and Linda Harding, 733-4259; or Charles and Fay Learned, 683-4230.
ANNUAL MUSKOGEE AREA QUILT SHOW, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 11 and 12, First Baptist Church Gymnasium.
MISS CHILI PEPPER CONTEST, April 11, Muskogee Civic Center. Sponsor: Muskogee Exchange Club. First prize: $500. Information: Erik Fleak, 682-7789.
Exercise
PRENATAL YOGA, 4 to 5 p.m. Sundays, The Canebrake, four miles east of Wagoner on Oklahoma 51. Instructor is Kristie Hale, RYT 200. All trimesters welcome. Information: 485-5793 or www.thecanebrake.com.
JAZZERCISE, 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, First Baptist Church, 111 S. Seventh St. A series of aerobic and strength exercises set to current music. Cost: $30 or $38. Information: Carol Mix, 683-1670.
HATHA YOGA, 5:30 p.m. Mondays through April 7, Grace Episcopal Church, Sixth and Court streets. Six week series of Hatha yoga for strengthening. Cost: $25. Information: Martha Stoodley, 683-2373 or stoodleymartha@gmail.com.
LAP-OPEN SWIM, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Mondays through Fridays, Youth Central, 301 N. Sixth St. Cost: $4, drop-in. Monthly fee available. Information: 683-6532.
FREE WALKERCISE CLASSES, noon to 1 p.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Mondays through Friday, Youth Central, 301 N. Sixth St. Walking and stretching in the gym with no interruptions. Information: Jackie Luckey, 683-6532.
FORT GIBSON COMMUNITY SWIM CLASSES, Educational North Building, 500 S. Ross, Fort Gibson. Water Aerobics: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Cost: $3 drop-in or discounted rate when paid in full. Information: Fort Gibson Community Education Office, 478-4034.
WATER AEROBICS, 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Youth Central, 301 N. Sixth St. Cost: $4, drop-in. Monthly fee available. Information: 683-6532.
NOON SWIM, noon to 2 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, Youth Central, 301 N. Sixth. Cost: $4, drop-in. Monthly fee available. Information: 683-6532.
GYMNASTICS, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, beginners; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, intermediate; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, advanced; Educational North Building, 500 S. Ross, Fort Gibson. Cost: $35, eight sessions; $20, four sessions. Instructor: Desi Jobe. Classes include uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercises including vaults, spring board and more. Information: Fort Gibson Community Education Office, 478-4034.
OPEN FAMILY SWIM, 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Youth Central, 301 N. Sixth St. Cost: $4, drop-in. Monthly fee available. Information: 683-6532.
BEGINNER OR LIMITED YOGA CLASSES, 9 a.m. Tuesdays through March 25, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2130 W. Okmulgee Ave. Class will continue for six weeks. Class will address breathing, stretching and yoga for beginners or those with arthritis. All poses on a chair or standing. Cost: $25. Information: Martha Stoodley, 683-2373, or stoodleymartha@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY YOGA, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through April 16, First United Methodist Church Parlor, 600 E. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $25, for a series of six one-hour classes. Class is a mid-week break for body and mind. Come to breathe, stretch and strengthen yourself. Information: Martha Stoodley, 683-2373 or stoodleymartha@gmail.com.
TEEN FITNESS PROGRAM, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through May 3, Muskogee Swim and Fitness Center, 566 N. Sixth St. For children ages 11 to 16. Cost: $80 for 8 weeks or $12 per week. Deadline to enroll is March 7. Information: Kent Kamp, 681-4733.
Health
STROKE AND OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING, 10 a.m. appointments begin, April 3, Lighthouse Assembly of God, 1301 E. Okmulgee Ave. Complete screening package now includes a new Heart Rhythm screening, checking for irregular heartbeat which is a major risk factor for stroke, and a bone density screening to assess osteoporosis risk is also offered. Cost: $149, for wellness package with Heart Rhythm. All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. Information or to schedule an appointment: (800) 697-9721. Pre-registration is required.
ANNUAL HEALTHY HOME AND WELLNESS EXPO, April 11, 12 and 13, Cox Pavilion, Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, Oklahoma City. Expo will focus on Green solutions to home and garden, with helpful tips for homeowners to use more green products and create a smaller carbon footprint. Sponsors: American Lung Association – Clean Air Challenge and Healthy Home Television. Learn how to reduce allergens at home and eliminate hay-fever, allergies and limit the effects of asthma. Cost: $3; children 12 and under admitted free. Information: Tom Hoshall, (405) 410-1837.
Theater
THE MEN OF CHIPPENDALES, 7 p.m. doors open, 8:30 p.m. show, Saturday, Cain’s Ballroom, 423 S. Main, Tulsa. Tickets: $20, advance; $25, at the door; available at Cain’s Box Office, Starship Records and Tapes, Reasor’s Customer Service, online: www.getix.net or phone (866) 443-8849.
SESAME STREET LIVE “WHEN ELMO GROWS UP,” March 27, 28, 29 and 30, Mabee Center, Oral Roberts University, 7777 S. Lewis, Tulsa. Tickets: $13, $16 and $21. A limited number of $26 Gold Circle seats are also available. Opening Night, all seats (excluding Gold Circle) are $12. Additional fees and discounts may apply. Information or to charge tickets by phone: 495-6000. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.mabeecenter.com.
“BACK TO THE 80s” HILLDALE ALL SCHOOL MUSICAL, 7 p.m. March 28 and 29, Hilldale Event Center, 300 E. Smith Ferry Road. Cost: $5, adults; $3, students. Information: Kirsten Harrison, 683-3253.
TULSA BALLET’S IN BLACK, 8 p.m. March 28, 29 and 30, Performing Arts Center, Tulsa. A world premiere ballet that laughs at the cultural obsession with the United States during the days of disco and Saturday Night Fever. Tickets: 749-6006 or 596-7111 or on-line at tulsaballet.org and myticketoffice.com.
“HOLES,” BY LOUIS SACHAR, 11 a.m. April 2, 3, 4, 5; 8 p.m. April 4 and 5; 2 p.m. April 5, Kirkpatrick Auditorium, Oklahoma City University, 23rd and Blackwelder, Oklahoma City. Ticket information: (405) 951-0011.
