April 20, 2008 06:21 pm
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Arts
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.
1776-1876: A CENTURY OF AMERICAN HISTORY IN ART EXHIBITION, daily to May 11, Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa. 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. This is the only viewing of this exhibition outside New York City. Information: 492-1818.
BRETT WESTON: OUT OF THE SHADOW EXHIBIT, daily through May 18, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City. First major retrospective of Brett Weston’s work in more than 30 years.
KRISTALLNACHT: THE NIGHT OF CRYSTAL DEATH EXHIBIT, May 4 through June 29, 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.
EUFAULA ART WALK, Oct. 24 and 25, downtown Eufaula. More than 30 artists and musicians throughout the downtown area. Information: www.eufaulaareaarts.org.
Benefits
ANNUAL FUR BALL, 6:30 to 10 p.m. April 26, Cherokee County Community Building, 300 W. First St., Tahlequah. Sponsor: Human Society Cherokee County. Local band Longshot will provide music with emcee by Shane and Cindy Lea of Lakes Country 102.1. Admission: $6 per person at the door and free to kids under 12. Box lunches, soft drinks and snacks available for purchase or purchase a reserve table for eight for $75 in advance with lunch included. Reservations: 456-1825; HSCC Shelter, 457-7997; or www.humanecherokeecounty.org.
RELAY FOR LIFE FUND-RAISING DINNER, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27, Runt’s BBQ. Tickets are $5 each at Runt’s or World Acceptance. The dinner includes chop beef sandwich, chips, drink and dessert. Dine in or carry out. Relay for Life will be June 6 at The Castle of Muskogee. It is the signature event of the American Cancer Society. Information: 684-8610.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SPAGHETTI, MEATBALL AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE DINNER, 5 to 7 p.m. May 8, second Thursday of the month, VFW Post 474, 3811 W. Okmulgee Ave. Cost: $5, adults; $3, children under 10.
Concerts
DAUGHTRY ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, today, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. Tickets: Gettix locations including all Reasor’s grocery stores, Starship Records and Tapes, all Tan and Tone locations in Oklahoma City, or (866) 443-8849, online at www.gettix.net and at Cain’s box office.
BLIND MELON, 8 p.m. April 27, The Otherside, 6904 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa. Tickets can be purchased at metro area Vintage Stock locations, Starship Records, and Under The Mooch. Tickets may also be charged by phone at (866) 966-1777 They are also available online at www.ticketstulsa.com or www.okctickets.com.
GOV’T MULE, April 29, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. Tickets: Gettix locations including all Reasor’s grocery stores, Starship Records and Tapes, all Tan and Tone locations in Oklahoma City, or (866) 443-8849, online at www.gettix.net and at Cain’s box office.
DISTURBED WITH FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH AND ART OF DYING, April 30, Cain’s Ballroom, Tulsa. Tickets: Gettix locations including all Reasor’s grocery stores, Starship Records and Tapes, all Tan and Tone locations in Oklahoma City, or (866) 443-8849, online at www.gettix.net and at Cain’s box office.
JAMMIN’ WITH RALPH FAIN, DENNIS CROUCH AND BURT MAYO, 6 p.m. May 1 and 8, 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.
Dances
LINE DANCING AT HATBOX, 1 to 3 p.m. today, 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.
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. May 13, 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
25TH ANNUAL SALAD/QUICHE LUNCHEON, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, St. Joseph Hall, 321 N. Virginia Ave., sponsored by the Altar Society of St. Joseph Church. Cost $6. Baked goods will be available for sale. Proceeds will be used for the care of the church as well as charities. Information: Rosemary Lienhart, 683-2316.
ANNUAL CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC, April 25, Muskogee Country Club. Information: 682-2401 or www.muskogeechamber.org or janet@muskogeechamber.org.
ANNUAL RED FERN FESTIVAL, April 25 and 26, Cherokee Square, the Armory Municipal Center and Sequoyah City Park, Tahlequah. Featuring hound dog field trials, ferns, old-fashioned children's activities, a car show, parade, barbecue and more. Information: Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce, 456-3742, or visit www.redfernfestival.com.
FLOWER POWER BIKE RIDE, 8 a.m. April 26, Honor Heights Park. Information: 684-6302.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. April 26, 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.
ANNUAL JENKS HERB AND PLANT FESTIVAL, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 26, downtown Jenks. Featuring herbs, flowers, shrubs, clowns, puppet shows, games, breakfast, garden decorations, live music and more. Information: jenksgardenclub.com.
ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL, “SPRING FLING,” 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 27, RiverWalk Crossing, Jenks. Featuring artists, music, jewelry artisans and Alaina Whitaker from “American Idol,” at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds to St. Frances Children’s Hospital. Tulsa Stained Glass Make and Take area for children will be there. Information: 694-8330 or www.presentingart.com.
2008 GREAT DECISIONS, 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 1, Muskogee Public Library, 801 W. Okmulgee Ave. Speaker: Dr. Joel M. Jenswold. Information: Margrett Kelley, 682-6657.
SUN-SATIONAL SPRING STYLE SHOW, 11:30 a.m. May 2, First Baptist Church fellowship hall, hosted by the Salvation Army Auxiliary. Styles will be presented by Viva’s and Bella Mea with narration by Karen Keith. Jasper’s Catering Service is preparing lunch. Tickets and information: Salvation Army Auxiliary members, Shirley Miller, 682-7221, or Robin Hackbarth, 682-3384.
SECOND ANNUAL MOTHER’S MIRROR IMAGE CONTEST, 2:30 p.m. May 3, Arrowhead Mall. The contest is free and will start at 3. Age groups for the daughters are 0-5 yrs., 6-12 yrs, 13-18yrs. and 18 and over. Mothers can be any age. Winners will receive gift baskets & plaques. Everyone that enters will receive a certificate. Come as you are there is no dress code. Sponsored by Arrowhead Mall and Debbie Morgan of F.A.M.E. Productions. For more information you may call Debbie Morgan at 463-2693
MUSKOGEE COUNTY GOSPEL SINGING CONVENTION, 1:30 p.m. May 4, first Sundays, except October; Greenleaf Apartments, 715 S. York St. Information: Zane and Linda Harding, 733-4259; or Charles and Fay Learned, 683-4230.
VOICE RECITAL featuring Leah Eubanks, soprano, and Christopher Jenkins, bass, 2 p.m. May 4, Rowsey Chapel of St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2130 W. Okmulgee Ave. Selections by Handel, Schubert, Brahms, Scarlatti, R.V. Williams, Niles, Berger and Hammerstein will be performed, accompanied by several local instrumentalists. The public is invited to attend this free program and reception.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. May 10, second Saturdays, St. Paul United Methodist Church, Activity Center, 2130 W. Okmulgee Ave. Free. Enter through the south doors. Information: 687-7571.
ROXY THEATER TALENT SHOW, 7 p.m. May 9 and 10, kindergarten through 12th grade division; 7 p.m. June 13, adult division, Roxy Theater, 218 W. Okmulgee Ave. Singers, dancers or any talent accepted. Three age categories with prize money. Applications available at City Hall. Deadline for youth is 5 p.m. May 7; adult deadline is 5 p.m. June 11. Cost: $5 entry fee. Information: Cassandra Gaines, 682-2622.
ANNUAL SUCCESS EXPO, May 13, Arrowhead Mall. Sponsor: Muskogee Chamber of Commerce. Information: 682-2401.
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