Arts

ATALOA LODGE MUSEUM, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays, next to Bacone College Chapel near the Oklahoma 16 entrance. Exhibits show 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. 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.

STARS IN THE SUMMER, Northeasten State University’s Sequoyah Institute in Tahlequah, today to Aug. 9. For tickets $6 to $12, take $1 off for June perfomances. For more information call 458-2075.

• Downtown Country & River City Players present “Rhinestone Country,” 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays, NSU Playhouse on Downing and Muskogee Ave.

• Twist and Shout, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays, NSU Shawnee Street Theater, Downing and College streets.

• Rock Around the Clock, 7:30 p.m. Fridays; 2 p.m. Saturdays, NSU Shawnee Street Theater, Dowing and College streets.

• Country Roots, 7:30 p.m. Fridays; 2 p.m. Saturdays, NSU Playhouse.

KRISTALLNACHT: THE NIGHT OF CRYSTAL DEATH EXHIBIT, daily through Sunday, Mezzanine Gallery, Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art, 2021 E. 71st St., Tulsa. A portfolio of intaglio vitreographs on paper that confront the horror against German Jews that took place on the night of Nov. 9, 1938. Information: 492-1818 or www.jewishmuseum.net.

FIVE CIVILIZED TRIBES MUSEUM COMPETITIVE ART SHOW, Sunday to July 31. Paintings, graphics, and sculptures; all art is for sale. Call 683-1701 for details.

EUFAULA ART WALK, Oct. 24 and 25, downtown Eufaula. More than 30 artists and musicians throughout the downtown area. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.



Benefits

CAR WASH, noon to 7 p.m., every Thursday until July 17, Muskogee High School. Benefits the Muskogee High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC. Donations are accepted and greatly appreciated.

MUSKOGEE BEDOUIN SHRINE BREAKFAST, 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, second and fourth Saturday, Bedouin Shrine Temple, 201 S. Sixth St. Donation: $5. Menu: Eggs cooked your way, bacon, hash browns, biscuits and gravy. Everyone is welcome. Shriners help support 22 hospitals in the United States providing free treatment to children and free transportation to and from the hospitals. Information: http://www.shrinershq.org/.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, 4815 W. Okmulgee Ave., $4 for adults; $2 for children under 12. Public invited to come out and show your support.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DAV BENEFIT BREAKFAST, 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, third Saturdays, 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.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 7 to 10 a.m. July 5, first Saturday of the month, VFW Post 474, 3811 W. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $4, adults; $3, children under 12. Menu: Pancakes, sausage, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, coffee or juice. Proceeds benefit the comfort items for the VA Medical Center veterans and families.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7 to 11 a.m., 200 S. Main St., Webbers Falls, Cost: $4. Information: 351-5209.



Camps

BEE A BUSY BEE-DZ STRINGER, Summer Bead Camp, 10:30 a.m. Mondays for those 6 to 10 years; 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays for those 11 years and up; June and July, Busy Bee-dz, 401 W. Broadway, ShadowWood Mall. Cost: $11 per week or pay for the summer and get two weeks free. Fee includes bead box and materials to complete a new project each week. Classes limited to 15. RSVP: Sherri Clark, 869-1143.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM FOR TEENS, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays through Aug. 1, Muskogee Swim and Fitness Center, 566 N. Sixth St. Information: Kent Kamp, fitness coordinator, 681-4733 or 681-9596.

SUMMER IN THE CITY, all day childcare, daily to Aug. 22, God’s Desire Learning Center, 410 Girard St., across from Sadler Arts Academy. The summer program is for ages 5 to 12. It will include field trips, arts and crafts, Bible lessons, online tutoring compatible with Muskogee Public Schools, health and nutrition classes, free college tuition sign-up, outdoor activities, piano lessons, computer classes and lab, motivational speakers etc. Instructors: Edwyna Brown, Eugene Brown, Bernice Kirts and Jocelyn Robinson. Meals and snacks provided. Cost: $55 per week, DHS, Creek Nation and Cherokee Nation approved. Information or to register: Edwyna Brown, 687-5013 or 869-8200.

MUSKOGEE ART GUILD SUMMER CAMP, 315 Court St., today to July 3. Ages 4 to 15, schedule on Website. Information: Linda Callaway, 351-8918, www.muskogeeartguild.org.

APOLLO’S KIDS SUMMER DAY CAMP, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday for ages 4 to 13, Apollo’s Martial Arts, 51st and Mingo streets, Tulsa. Activities include sign language class and acts of kindness; Safari Joe with animal safety; visit from Tulsa Police officer combined with stranger danger; visit from Tulsa Fire Department on fire safety games and movies. To register, call 627-7070.

CHEROKEE NATION ARTS INSTITUTE SUMMER CAMP, July 13 to 19, Sequoyah High School campus. The camp is a one-week intensive hands-on arts camp for students entering eighth grade through graduating seniors. Participants will have the opportunity to study a broad list of classes that include basketry and weaving, pottery, drawing and painting, video, photography, acting, singing, dance, storytelling, drumming and traditional Cherokee crafts such as carving and bow making. Available to students who are Cherokee citizens and is free to attend. Dorm rooms are available and meals will be provided. For more information or for an application contact Bill Andoe, 453-5153 or by email, bill-andoe@cherokee.org.

SUMMER MANUFACTURING CAMP, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. July 21 to 25, Indian Capital Technology Center. For applications or more information, contact: Johni Wardwell, Indian Capital Technology Center, 2403 N. 41st St. East, Muskogee 74403; 687-6398, Ext. 289; johniw@ictctech.com; or FAX, 687-6479.



Classes

SUMMER DANCE CLASSES, Cockle Dance Studio, 407 N. York St., with combination classes: tap, jazz, ballet, acrobatics, adult dance classes and couple ballroom classes. Cost: $30 per month for a one-hour class.

ARTHRITIS SELF-HELP SERIES, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Muskogee County Health Department. Cost: $20, includes textbook. Limited partial scholarships available. Pre-registration required. Class limited to 20 people. Information or to enroll: Martha Alford, Muskogee County Health Department, 683-0321.

GUITAR VOICES WORKSHOP, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Eufaula Memorial Library. Cost: $20. Taught by Joe Brenner, Shoeless Joe. Overview of guitar playing styles, open D tuning, slide guitar and vintage instruments. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org or www.myspace.com/looseshoesok.

GUITAR BLUES WORKSHOP, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Eufaula Memorial Library, taught by Selby Minner. Learn Blues basics with 12-bar progression and how to jam. Cost: $20. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org or www.ok.gov/~arts/artists/otp/folk/dcselby.html.

DJEMBI AFRICAN DRUMMING CLASSES, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 1 and 2, Eufaula Memorial Library, taught by Zinse Agginie. Cost: $20. Drums are furnished. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.

TILE MOSAICS, 11:30 a.m. to 1 or 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 8 and 9, Eufaula Memorial Library, taught by Cindy Swanson and Glenna McBride. Cost: $20. Information: www.artistglenna.com.

BALLET CLASS, 11:30 a.m. to 1 or 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 15 and 16, Eufaula Memorial Library, taught by Desiree LaVigne-Roan. Cost: $20. Information: www.academydanceartsok.com.



Concerts

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CANEBRAKE, Wednesdays, on the patio, weather permitting, four miles east of Wagoner on Oklahoma 51.

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.

SATURDAY NIGHT SPOTLIGHT LIVE, third Saturday of every month, The Roxy theatre, downtown, 220 W. Okmulgee Ave. Doors open, 6 p.m.; show starts, 7 p.m. Saturday. Cost: $5 admission for adults; children 12 and under, free. Information call Michael Anthamatten, 686-6771.

BLUEGRASS ON THE SQUARE, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday. Muskogee Civic Center, 425 Boston St. Concessions available, bring Lawn chairs. Free family entertainment. The best of regional bluegrass, gospel, and traditional music. Bring your Instrument. Special guests “Rockin’ Acoustic Circus”. For more information call 684-6302 ext. 28.

TOMMY HORTON PERFORMING, 7 p.m Saturday, PLUMB Theater, tickets $10 available, PLUMB Music Company, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Longtown.

MISS BLUES of Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Saturday, Eufaula Cove Pavilion. Free. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.

SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC FESTIVAL, 6 p.m. July 19, Trinity Family Worship, 500 E. Poplar St. in Fort Gibson. Program will feature the Wallace Family of Emory, Texas; The Gasitneaus of Ada; and Native Witness of Tahlequah. Admission is free.

COLDPLAY, “Vive La Vida,” North America Tour, Thursday, July 10, Ford Center, Oklahoma City. Tickets: available, LiveNation.com, U.S. Army Box Office, Ford Center, and all Ticketmaster outlets and by phone (405) 235-8288.

THE BLACK CROWES with Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, 8 p.m. July 23, Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St., Tulsa. Cost: $45. Information: 584-2306.

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.

RASCAL FLATTS with special guest Taylor Swift, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25, BOK Center, Tulsa. Tickets available online at Livenation.com, www.bokcenter.com, area Homeland stores, Tulsa Convention Center Box Office or by calling 1-877-TULSA-CC.

NEIL DIAMOND, 8 p.m. Oct. 21, BOK Center, Tulsa.

CELINE DION 2008-09 TAKING CHANCES WORLD TOUR, Nov. 13, BOK Center, Tulsa. Tickets: $167, $127, $77, $49.50. Tickets can be purchased,Tulsa Convention Center Box Office, www.bokcenter.com, all Tickets.com outlets, or charge by phone toll free, (877) 885-7222.



Dances

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.

BELLY DANCERCISE, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Fridays, Rhythm and Motion Academy, next to Champion Fitness in Curt’s Mall. Cost: $20 per month, $5 per week. Students may stay for an extra half hour to learn a dance routine for $2 a session. Information: Eve Newton, 816-6017.

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 DANCERCISE FOR BEGINNERS, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Parish Hall, Grace Episcopal Church, 218 N. Sixth St. Cost: $20 per month, $5 per week. Information: Eve Newton, 816-6017.

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 and salsa dancing. Cost: $5 each class. Sign up at the Jazz Hall office, 596-1001.

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.

SQUARE DANCES, 8 p.m. 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.



Events

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. second Saturdays, St. Paul United Methodist Church, Activity Center, 2130 W. Okmulgee Ave. Free. Enter through the south doors. Information: 687-7571.

FARMERS’ MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Wednesdays, Market Square, Muskogee Civic Center parking lot, Fourth Street and Okmulgee Avenue. Oklahoma grown herbs, vegetable and bedding plants, hanging baskets, spring produce, bakery goodies, tamales, herbal products and live bluegrass music. Information: 686-6939.

CHEROKEE COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE, 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, Tahlequah High School track. Hair stylists will be available before the relay for life to cut hair for Locks of Love. Those who cut their hair at this event will receive a free hair style coupon for the stylist’s business. Hair must be:

• At least 10 inches, clean and dry.

• Must be bundled in ponytail or braid.

• Bleached hair can’t be used.

• Hair that has been dyed or permed can be used. Information: e-mail events coordinator to volunteer@locksoflove.org.

LAWMEN AND OUTLAWS DAY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Three Rivers Museum, 220 Elgin St., $5 adults; $2, students. Exhibits by Muskogee Law Enforcement, U. S. Marshals Service, Citizens Police Academy, Muskogee Police Department’s K-9 unit, SWAT unit and uniformed officers. Come dresses as your favorite lawman or outlaw and receive a prize.

• 10 a.m. — “The Stories of U.S. Deputy Marshal Eugene Bracken,” presented by Bill Black, superintendent, Fort Smith Historic Site.

• 11 a.m. — “The Outlaw Cherokee Bill,” presented by Art Burton, author, historian.

• 12:30 p.m. — Recognition of Bass Reeves Centennial with the Muskogee Police Department.

• 1 p.m. — Caravan Tour to sites related to Cherokee Bill and the Cook Gang. Stories by Bass Reeves Re-enactor, Baridi Nkokheli.

MUSKOGEE’S FARMERS’ MARKET GRILL CRAZY, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Okie Square, Muskogee Civic Center. Learn simple vegetable grilling techniques. Tap your toes to bluegrass and old time country music entertainment. For more details call Doug, 686-6939.

HEARTLAND ALL STAR CLASSIC BASEBALL EVENT, today to Sunday, Hilldale High School, Bacone College, Connors State College, Warner High School and Okay High School. For details call Perry Keith, 463-6218.

WWR RAW, 7 p.m. June 30 live at Ford Center in Oklahoma City. First Monday night RAW after Night of Champions. Come see all of the RAW superstars. Tickets from $25 to $75, www.ticketmaster,com or charge by phone (405) 235-8288.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICAN FIREWORKS DISPLAY, July 3, Love-Hatbox Sports Complex. Fireworks beginat dusk. For more information call Muskogee Parks and Recreation, 684-6302.

FREEDOM CELEBRATION, 5 p.m. July 4, Muskogee First Assembly, 3100 Gulick St. Kid’s zone, games, inflatables, water inflatables, pony rides. Branson-style patriotic drama and the area’s largest fireworks presentation. Free event and food at very reasonable prices. Information: 682-9000.

OUTLAW MOTOR SPEEDWAY, SIXTH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL, 8 p.m. July 4. Modified showdown has pulled drivers from as far away as Minnesota. The Hooter Girls of Tulsa will also be here for the race night. Boasted to be one of the best individually financed Fireworks displays in the state of Oklahoma. Admission: $5 to $30; VIP Suites from $150. For more details call Eric Shannon, 687-9200.

SUMMER FREEDOM SERIES, 6 to 7 p.m. July 8, July 15, July 22 and July 29, Grace Hospice, 6400 S. Lewis. Grace hospice is offering a four-week series of support groups this summer to help people who are dealing with loss and grief. Information 744-7223.

EASTERN OKLAHOMA WOODCARVERS, “Wonderful World of Wood Show,” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 11 and 12, Union 8th Grade Center, 6501 S. Garnett, Tulsa. Cost: $2 with childern under 12 free.

MISS BLACK-EYED PEA PAGEANT, July 26 in Hollis. Divisions will be “Tiny Miss” for girls ages 5-7, “Little Miss” for girls 8-10, “Junior Miss” for 11-13 year old girls and Miss Black-eyed Pea for girls ages 14-18. 2008 high school graduates are eligible to compete. The winners of the younger divisions will receive a crown, trophy and savings bond. The winner of the Miss division will receive a crown, trophy, many tuition waivers to Oklahoma State colleges and universities and a cash scholarship. The winners will be invited back to ride in the Black-eyed Pea Festival parade on Saturday Aug. 9. Deadline for entries will be Wednesday July 23. Entry fee for all divisions is $35. For applications or questions, please contact Beth Penington (580) 688-2701 or (580) 381-0148 or e-mail missblackeyepea@hotmail.com.

TEAM ROPING, Barton Arena of Warner is producing team roping draw pots on Fridays and Saturdays. Fridays, Barton Arena in Warner. Saturdays, Hilltop Arena in Muskogee. Books open, 7 p.m. and close 8 p.m. Information: 463-3269 or 616-9269 or

e-mail letsrope@crosstel.net.

PLAYNIGHT SERIES 2008, 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Porter Roundup Club. Events include flag race, cloverleaf barrels, pole bending and surprise event. Negative coggins required, original copy. Concessions. Information: 261-9690.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, fourth Saturday, 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.

MUSKOGEE COUNTY GOSPEL SINGING CONVENTION, 1:30 p.m. July 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.

HOUSTON ROCKETS VS ORLANDO MAGIC NBA PRE-SEASON GAME, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13, BOK Center, Tulsa. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday at the Tulsa Convention Center Box Office, online at www.bokcenter.com, charge by phone at (877) 885-7222 or participating tickets.com outlets. Tickets start at $27.00 with a limited number of VIP seats available.

MAHENWAHDOSE CREEK STORYTELLER, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Oct. 25, Eufaula Indian Community Center. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, featuring the Rockettes, show times vary Dec. 22 to 24, BOK Center, Tulsa. Tickets: $76, $51 and $27. Tickets will go on sale in September. Group sales available now. Ticket information is available online at www.bokcenter.com, area Homeland stores, Tulsa Convention Center Box Office or by calling 1-877-TULSA-CC. Information: 596-7153.



Exercise

SUMMER BOOT CAMP, Flextime Fitness, Tuesday and Thursdays. Register, 683-3539.

AGAINST THE FLOW, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, River Country Water Park. Information: Call Muskogee Swim & Fitness Center at 681-4733 or www.muskogeeparks.com.

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.

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.

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.

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.

TEEN FITNESS PROGRAM, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, , Muskogee Swim and Fitness Center, 566 N. Sixth St. For children ages 11 to 16. Cost: $80 for 8 weeks or $12 per week. Information: Kent Kamp, 681-4733.

WEDNESDAY YOGA, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, First United Methodist Church Parlor, 600 E. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $25, for six one-hour classes. Information: Martha Stoodley, 683-2373 or stoodleymartha@gmail.com.



Reunions

CHECOTAH HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1958 REUNION, June 27, First Baptist Fellowship Hall. Casual dress, bring a picture to help remember all the fun times. If you haven’t been contacted, it’s never too late. Information: Imogene Duvall, 473-2781.

2008 CHECOTAH ALL SCHOOL ALUMNI REUNION, June 27 and 28. Anyone who attended and/or graduated Checotah High School is invited to attend the events.

Friday

• Alumni Golf Tournament, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., shot gun start, Fountainhead Golf Course. Cost $50, includes green fee, cart and lunch. For entry information: Call Mitch Myers, 473-6484.

• Alumni Basketball Game, 7 p.m., Truman Dixon Field House, $5 entry fee, admission will be charged. Information: 473-8021 or 689-0998.

Saturday

• 10 a.m., Class of 1958 honored alumni hosting at Katy Depot.

• 2 to 4 p.m., Gene Curtis book signing, “Only in Oklahoma.”

• 6:30 p.m. All School Banquet, Checotah Community Center.

DERRICK FAMILY REUNION, for the children and grandchildren of Charlie and Roberta Derrick, Friday and Saturday. Registration is 5 p.m. Friday, June 27, Azalea Inn, 800 S. 32nd St. This is a get acquainted night and T-shirts are available. “Oktaha Experience,” 10 a.m. Saturday, a visit to the old home place; noon, picnic in the park; 6:30 p.m., dinner, Civic Center.

MUSKOGEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 45th CLASS REUNION, Friday and Saturday. Reunion committee is planning a fun weekend and needs help finding missing classmates. Registration packets went out to every classmate with known address. Registration deadline is June 1. Registrations should be mailed to Senior Class of 1963, P.O. Box 2263, Owasso 74055.

MUSKOGEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF 1948, will meet for the 60th final reunion, Sept. 24 to 25, LaQuinta Inn. This was the first class to have a reunion. Information: Betty King Taylor, 687-5189.

STUDENTS AND FRIENDS OF FORT GIBSON CLASS OF 1968, will meet for 10-year reunion July 5 at Greenleaf State Park. Food and Fun. Information and RSVP: Robert Raley 682-0882.



Theater

UNDER THE CHEROKEE MOON, 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 16, summer outdoor dinner theater, produced and staged at the Cherokee Heritage Center, 21192 S. Keeler Drive, Park Hill. Cost: $25, adults; and $15, children. Information: (888) 999-6007, Ext. 245, or cherokeeheritage.org.

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S, “ THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, today to July 13, Tulsa Performing Arts Center, Third and Cincinnati streets, Tulsa. Tickets: www.MyTicketOffice.com; or (800) 364-7111.

“THE WILD, WILD, WILDEST WEST,” 7:30 p.m. July 12 and 19 and 2 p.m. July 13 and 20, Broken Arrow Community Playhouse, The Main Place, 1800 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, for the musical youth theater production. Information: BACP box office, 258-0077.