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WEEKEND GETAWAYS

Destination Ahead:

Weekend Getaways THIS MONTH: CAMP WOOLAROC N BARTLES’ FOURTH OF JULY N COMPREHENSIVE JULY EVENTS CALENDAR

Celebrate Summer with the

Red Dirt Rangers SUNDAY, JULY 26 6-8:30 PM Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and bring the family out to enjoy the music!

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Publisher’s Letter

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Out & About: Photos from Around Town

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Business: Curbside Closet & Cottage Door

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Profile: Ryan VanZant

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Sports: Cowboy Culture

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Community: Distinguished Young Women of Oklahoma

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Twice as Nice in Historic Downtown

Editorial: Camp Woolaroc

Where the “Magic” is Made!

Feature: Destination Ahead: Weekend Getaways

National Scholarship Program Promotes Excellence

Three Road Trips Under Three Hundred Miles

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July Events Calendar

Find out What’s Happening This Month!

The 69th Annual Cavalcade

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Last Call: Family Crisis and Counseling Center Luck Be A Lady Tonight

Passages: Bartles’ Fourth of July

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publisher’s letter

Publisher’s Letter First of all I would like to say thank you to the many people who bring their talents together each month to create Bartlesville Monthly. From writers to designers to proofreaders and photographers, I cannot thank you all enough. I would also like to welcome Peg Wilson to Bartlesville Monthly. Peg is filled with infectious positive energy and she has years of sales experience in the Bartlesville area. Her creativity coupled with her love of people and marketing local business, is perfectly aligned with the design of Bartlesville Monthly.

The focus of this issue gives me the chance to share one of my favorite and a well known quote by T.S. Eliot, “We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.”

Travel does have a subtle way of changing your thoughts without your awareness. I started to wander the world when I was 19. First, the coasts of this country and then by the time I was 24, I had touched 6 continents and visited 29 countries. I found the

world over is made of good people like us working to pay for their cars and boats, or their rickshaws and shikaras, so they can afford a few moments to relax with their friends and family on days just like our Independence Day. When I arrived back where I started, like many others, I recognized how incredibly fortunate we are.

As Americans we have immeasurable freedom to create our reality and every adventure we choose offers something amazing.

Right here in our own region, we have a vast and interesting slice of culture to explore which might get overlooked simply because we write it off as ordinary, or just something we can do anytime.

One time in downtown L.A. I met a 13 year old girl who had lived her whole life in south LA. and she had never seen the ocean! I still have a hard time understanding that’s even possible! It’s worth it for yourself and your family to get out of your comfort zone every now and then. Whether it’s an exotic destination or just a few hours down the road, there is always something out there with the potential to spark an idea that will change your mind forever.

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CURBSIDE CLOSET & COTTAGE DOOR Twice as Nice in Historic Downtown

by Lacy G. Gittinger The old Yale Theatre is the new home of two different shops, each with their own distinct style.

Curbside Closet, previously inside the ITIO building, and The Cottage Door, a new boutique, share the space of this historical corner building nested between McCoy’s Jewelry and Centennial Park.

The simple white facade and exposed brick walls remain intact, reflecting the original design that has since become desirably chic.

Shoppers get two different experiences upon entering through the double doors.

Curbside Closet is a new way of shopping in Bartlesville.

Owners Desiree Clabaugh and Erin Perry are passionate about getting to know their shoppers, always thinking of individuals when deciding on merchandise for the store.

“We visit Market every three months to refresh the store and take special requests from our customers that we consider friends!” exclaims Desiree Clabaugh, Curbside Closet co-owner. “That’s when we brainstorm new ideas, like hosting trunk show parties or conducting home closet cleanses.”

Consistently introducing new clothing lines and participating in community events such as the Thursday Late Night, the girls of Curbside are actively bringing fresh style to the Downtown Boutique District.

“Our clothes and accessories are classy, but funky,” explains Erin Perry, Curbside Closet co-owner, “We used to shop in Tulsa mostly, then on one trip, sitting next to a curb, we dreamed up the idea of bringing it to Bartlesville.”

Curbside has been a growing business for more than two years and not only embodies downtown revitalization, but also the spirit of giving back. Various items such as coffee and greeting cards are made by local vendors, in addition to jewelry that helps support working women in Uganda.

Strolling to the opposite side of shop, The Cottage Door display is a feast for the shopper’s eye. Baby accessories, home goods, jewelry, and fine stationery are just a few of the items adorning the shelves.

The Cottage Door is the product of an idea that was planted in the heart of Founder Juli Merciez. A former labor and delivery RN, Juli has a passion for helping women.

Under the motto “Shop with Generosity,” a portion of all sales go to support a non-profit called The Cottage, a residential maternity home providing housing, parenting, job-skill training, and counseling to women in need.

The Cottage Door shopping experience is inspired by the Cottage: what would you take for a stay there? Journals, candles, overnight bags, stationery and many other little pretties.

“We’ve developed local partnerships that are lifechanging to these women, helping them transition into healthy, independent lifestyles,” says Merciez. “I love helping women develop supportive friendships and become great mothers and the store allows us to make that difference.”

Shopkeeper Stephanie Hendrix adds that many of the brands are created by women, thus fitting with the shop’s philanthropic vision.

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Camp Woolaroc Where the “Magic” is Made!

Imagine giving an eight-year-old little boy a pen and paper and telling them to design the summer camp of their dreams….what would it look like? Well, 10 years ago, Bob Fraser, CEO of Woolaroc, was given that task and in his words, “dreams really do come true.” Since 2007, Woolaroc has hosted more than 1,000 children through their summer day camp. Camp Woolaroc 2015 is scheduled for July 21-23 (ages 6-8) and July 28-30 (ages 9-11). The camp begins each day at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. and it’s hard to imagine what gets packed into that five hour day!

help at the Mountain Man Camp; the landscape team teaches lessons about the nature and environment of Woolaroc; the museum staff helps explain the art, pottery and sculptures in the museum galleries; while other staff members volunteer where needed. A great staff of adult volunteers is critical to the success of the camp. “We are able to break into teams of six-to-seven kids per adult which really helps….sometimes it is hard to know who has more fun, the adults or the kids, but by breaking into small groups, we are able to get so much more done in a short amount of time,” according to Fraser.

“It truly is the kind of camp that I always dreamed about,” said Fraser. “In past years we have studied the art and bronzes in the museum, learned how gun powder works, explored the creeks and walking paths, canoed across Clyde Lake, toured the back rooms of the museum seeing some of the “hidden secrets”, rode wagons to the Mountain Man Camp and learned how to throw the tomahawk and shoot the black powder rifle, made pottery and stained glass windows, learned the tribal dances of the Delaware Indians, accompanied the feed truck as it fed the ranch animals, toured the mausoleum and lunched in the dining room of the Lodge.”

It is not unusual for children to return year after year and then volunteer as camp helpers in their early teens.

“The camp is fun,” said Fraser…”that is the key to everything. Once they are having fun, the learning comes easily….the kids learn about the history of Woolaroc, the importance of what Frank Phillips left for us and the importance of preserving it for future generations.

From the first day, our objective was to be able to see that magical spark in a child’s eyes, letting us know that they got it, they understand, they see and feel the magic of this place. Fortunately, we have seen that spark hundreds of times and that is so important…not for the success of the camp, but for the future of Woolaroc.

These are tomorrow’s adults and it will be up to them to make sure that the history of this place continues.” v

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Destination Ahead:

WeekendGetaways Three Road Trips Under Three Hundred Miles

by Lori Esser Summer’s here: Pack your bags, gas up the car and head out on the open road. There’s nothing like a classic road trip. But that doesn’t mean you have to stick within the borders of a day outing. Here are a few weekend getaways that are well worth the gas and still in the comfort of your own backyard.

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Aerial view of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, designed by Safdie Architects; photography by Timothy Hursley. Courtesy of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas.

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The other Bville. Besides the similar nickname, this town shares other similar traits as Bartlesville as far as art and culture and an engaging downtown square. In 2011 Crystal Bridges Museum of Art opened their doors. General admission to Crystal Bridges is sponsored

by Wal-Mart. There is no cost to view the museum’s permanent collection, but the experience is priceless. The museum takes its name from a natural spring on the structure’s wooded site that feeds into the museum ponds and from the unique bridge construction incorporated into the building design. today. Guests will recognize such names as Asher Brown Durand Kindred Spirits and Norman Rockwell’s

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, designed by Safdie Architects; photography by Timothy Hursley.

Courtesy of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas.

With 120 acres of native Ozark forest, Crystal Bridges’ grounds offers six galleries, a restaurant, research library, three miles of walking trails, classrooms and grand hall for special events.

Their permanent collection spans five centuries, featuring masterworks by artists from Colonial times through

Rosie the Riveter.

For added enhancement, a year-round schedule of temporary exhibitions is showcased.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American art. Courtesy of The Saturday Evening Post. Photography by Dwight Primiano.

“We always have year round, art making experience with creative play and activities,” said Beth Bobbitt, Crystal Bridges Public Relations Manager. “Right now we have a few temporary exhibitions opening this month; American Encounters, which

explores still-life painting through 18th and 19th century. We have still-life stations where kids can set up their own still-life and draw, paint or photograph. “ An Andy Warhol show about his engagement with nature also opens this month. Another summer exhibition is Fish Stories; a small collection of colorized plates from a 19th century sporting book with an interactive area for fish stories.

For mid-century architecture enthusiasts, Crystal Bridges acquired a Smithsonian Frank Lloyd Wright house that was in danger of being flood on the Millstone River in New Jersey. The museum has taken careful measure to relocate the entire Bachman Wilson house to NW Arkansas and have begun the reconstruction process on their grounds.

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Now in its 39th year, the Bentonville Farmers Market is held every Saturday starting at 7:00 a.m. at the downtown square. It is a producer-only market offering a wide variety of local foods, produce and meats.

Last month, Bentonville welcomed a new Community Center downtown. This 80,000 square foot facility features an aquatic center with an Olympic-sized pool and also offers a fitness center, dance/aerobics studio, gymnasium, indoor running track, arts and craft room and child watch area. Guests can pay a daily fee.

View from gallery bridge to Lowell’s Ocean steel sculpture by Mark di Suvero; photography by Timothy Hursley. Courtesy of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas.

and original fixtures such as the mahogany wood will still be the same.

The house sits along Crystal Springs overlooking one of our trails and ponds, so people will be able to access it from the museum grounds.”

The museum’s Art Trail has sculpture, ponds and natural landscapes that loop around into the downtown area. It is only a one-mile walk to the 104-room boutique hotel 21c; the perfect choice to compliment your visit.

This hotel is not a standard chain with plain walls and dull architecture. Its design balances grand spaces scaled to suit an extensive art collection with intimate, inviting private spaces with high ceilings, cool tones and polished concrete floors. Guest rooms offer an uptown feel with its custom designed

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furniture in subtle, neutral tones with bold pops of color. 21c also features a top-notch, refined country cooking restaurant and bike friendly amenities.

“It’s a really beautiful walk over,” said Bobbitt. “You get the full Bentonville experience.”

If you have kids to entertain, there’s a splash park on the same block. Each first Friday of the month, the Downtown Bentonville Square is transformed into a giant block party for the entire community. Families can stroll the square for great food, live music and children’s activities. Make your way down to Lawrence Plaza for the First Friday Flick featuring a free childfavorite movie on the lawn starting at 8:00 p.m.

Families with young explorers will enjoy the grand opening of the Scott Family Amazeum on July 15th.

Everything is hands-on and designed to be touched, climbed on, and interacted with. The indoor water area at the Amazeum features water wheels, sprinklers, dams, vortices, pipes and balls. The 3M Tinkering Hub will contain a rich array of materials and ample workspace planted with books, objects, images and projects that serve to guide, inspire and shape the experience.

The outdoor area will offer a park-like atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

Just a short 20-minute drive west in Gentry, AR, is the Wild Wilderness Drive-Through Safari home to more than 85 species of domestic and exotic animals. The four-mile drive-through has petting parks and walk-through areas for interaction with the animals.

With comparable arts and cultural activities, trail systems and thriving downtown, this Natural State destination can make Bartians feel like they are home away from home.

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Kansas City, Missouri – 3 hours With a thriving creative arts scene, eclectic mix of entertainment and die-hard sports fans—it’s safe to say there’s something for everyone in Kansas City. With more than 200 fountains trickled throughout the city, the City of Fountains is practically overflowing with adventure for couples and families.

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Once a thriving railway, the 100-yearold Union Station is a hub of culture, education and entertainment. Once inside the limestone and granite station and under the 95 foot tall Grand Hall, guests can visit traveling national exhibits, 3D movies, visit the large interactive science museum, rail exhibit or Irish museum, go into the planetarium or enjoy a cup of coffee or a special meal in this beautiful, historic building.

Allow your shopping bags to overflow as much as the city’s fountains. Shopping is one of the major attractions in KC and there are several spots to choose from. Country Club Plaza is modeled after sister city Seville, Spain. This upscale 14-squareblock shopping center is filled with romantic Moorish architecture, outdoor artwork and intricate fountains. The Plaza’s developer employed architect Edward Buehler Delk to design the shopping district in the 20s. Delk was a prominent architect who designed many landmark buildings in the Midwest and Southwest regions including LaQuinta Mansion and HV Foster Ranch here in Bartlesville, Philbrook Museum of

Art in Tulsa and Community Christian Church in Kansas City which he took over form Frank Lloyd Wright. And speaking of art, don’t forget to save time after shopping to walk over to the Nelson-Atkins Art Museum with its larger than life shuttlecocks showcased on the lawn and free admission to view the permanent art collection. At Crown Center you’ll discover the art international headquarters for Hallmark Cards and part entertainment complex.

A must for families, you’ll find fun hands-on art activities, three theatres and an outdoor plaza which hosts festivals and events. And for those who like savings will enjoy Legends Outlet Mall with shops like Saks Fifth Avenue,

Union Station opened on October 30, 1914 as the third-largest train station in the country. It reflected the city’s status as major Midwestern metropolis and a significant passenger and freight rail hub with links to all parts of the nation, including a south track to Bartlesville!

Union Station encompasses 850,000 square feet of space and originally had 900 rooms on 10 levels. Other significant features include three glittering chandeliers, each weighing 3,500 pounds. A six-foot-high clock hangs from the ceiling at the nexus of

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November 1999. The restoration team went to great lengths to match colors, shapes and styles of the original plaster and marble.

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the Grand and North Halls. The North Waiting Hall, with its 65-foot ceiling, can contain an assemblage of 10,000 people.

Like other historical railways, Union Station saw decline in activity. By 1973, with the increase of automotive traffic on the interstate highway system, only 38,842 passengers passed through

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the station, with only six trains a day; a shocking decline from the peak of 678,363 passengers three decades earlier. After being listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, it went through many redevelopment firms and organization for revitalizing.

As well as an approved sales tax, part of which funded half of the $250-million restoration project completed by

No visit to KC is complete until you can literally taste it: KC barbecue. It’s practically a rite of passage for visitors to leave with at least one sauce-stained shirt. You’ll find more than 100 barbecue establishments each boasting its own personal house special.

Kansas City has long been a meeting place and transition point and was declared by Lewis and Clark to be a “good place for a fort” when they visited it after the Louisiana Purchase. So make sure you add this to your short list of must-visit places!

Medicine Park, Oklahoma – Just under 4 hours Medicine Park, located at the main entry to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, is the second most visited wildlife refuge in the country - hosting more than 1.5 million annual visitors. Medicine Park and its surroundings are emphasized by over 15 blue water lakes that offer fishing for bass, catfish and bluegill, boating, swimming and water skiing and a breath taking natural terrain perfect for rock climbing, hiking, bird watching and wildlife photography.

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On Independence Day this tourist resort will celebrate its 107th year as a community with a rich and colorful past. According to the history pages of the town, it was envisioned by the first Oklahoma Senator who saw the need for a recreational area and a permanent water source for the newly founded City of Lawton.

When the resort first opened, it consisted merely of a large surplus Army tent with a wooden floor that served as a place to go to for hot meals,

the swimming hole and a limited number of campsites. Numerous improvements were added in coming years. Bath Lake Park was landscaped with beautiful gardens, large trees, foot bridges and grassy areas for visitors to lounge around, sunbathe and enjoy the natural beauty. The area flourished during the late teens to the 1930s as the “Jewel of the Southwest.”

“The village itself is built out of granite cobble stone giving the town its unique appeal,” added Doug Kemper, executive

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“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.” – Dalai Lama aquatic galleries with Oklahoma fishes, a botanical gardens of native plants and science center.

Located within the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in southwestern Oklahoma is a hiker’s dream - the Charon’s Garden Trail. This is considered an intermediate to expert-level trail, as it offers many challenges along its 2.4-milelong path. The Charon’s Garden area of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge consists of a rocky, rugged landscape, with areas featuring huge granite boulders, scattered around on the granite surface. This trail presents opportunities for boulder hopping and rock climbing as well as hiking.

director of the Medicine Park Aquarium and Natural Science Center. “All the big names came through here.”

Medicine Park became the “playground” for the state’s rich, famous and notorious. Outlaws and horse thieves mixed with noted politicians and businessmen, families and socialites filled with the likes of Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Frank Phillips, Bob Wills, Al Capone, Bonnie and Clyde and countless others.

Kemper explained the namesake was from when the Comanche Native Americans camped here because the creek from the mountains is spring-fed and therefore cool, clear water so they thought it had medicinal properties over the brown, muddy water from the potholes in the plains.

This resort town has seen its struggles during the mid-century, however, the town still thrives as a quintessential destination for those who seek the unique. Visitors enjoy weekday and weekend stays in over 20 renovated cabins, a bed and breakfast and a new

20-room hotel. Medicine Park is also known for its music festivals.

“We have five music festivals held each year and I recommend anyone to plan their visit around those times,” said Kemper. “There’s everything from blue grass and Native American flute to Red Dirt, rock and roll, and blues. We also have new retail shops, two art galleries, restaurants, an ice cream and candy store, a bakery and the swimmin hole.’”

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Another exciting addition to the area will be the opening of Medicine Park Aquarium and Natural Science Center later this year. It is located up the hill from town center on Highway 49. In the first phase, they will open seven

“We are emphasizing Oklahoma at our center,” said Kemper. “We’ll show everything from largemouth bass to paddlefish and everything in between.

Our gardens of Oklahoma flowers will attract native butterflies, and we have a greenhouse for year-round visits. We’ll also have a complete science center with a telescope for star gazing parties and astronomy programs. Since we’re in the Wichita Mountain range we’ll also have geology and meteorology exhibits.”

The Wichita Mountains are over 250 million years old with some of the granite pieces over 500 million, Kemper explained. The 60,000-acre Wildlife Refuge encompasses most of the mountains.

“It is a spectacular range you don’t expect to see in Oklahoma,” he said.

“It’s not as high as the Rockies because it’s older. And it’s the only one that runs East and West. It’s the result of the uplift from when South and North American collided. At our refuge you’ll find native berries, free range bison, longhorn cattle, prairie dog towns, elk and deer.

It’s a little different than the Tallgrass as it has big granite mountains.“ There’s a lot of geological history here. Kemper said that this area was covered by a shallow sea two times. For those seeking a higher vantage point, Mount Scott provides a scenic drive to the second highest point in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge “People are pleasantly surprised with our refuge and city,” he added. All of it is unique to Oklahoma and is found in only a few places in the country.” v

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Thursday, July 2

This year’s Annual Big Bang will include

July celebration! A special thank you to Dr. &

10:00 AM

the timed 5K, 1 mile fun run, face painting,

Mrs. Robert Davis for assistance in staging!

inflatables, and snow cones. Register online

Bartlesville Boutique District Late Night Downtown Stores open until 7PM every Thursday.

Friday, July 3 6:30 PM

First Friday Music Series Price Tower Copper Bar Taste of Oklahoma series, live talent from the great state of Oklahoma.

For girls entering 6th – 8th grade. $50 for

8:00 AM

the week of camp. Come learn about the

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who you are and become a “Girl on Fire”.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack provided daily

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to improve access to locally grown specialty crops & homemade crafts, promote the economic well being of area farmers &

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Wednesday, July 8

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Bartlesville Freedom Fest 2015

growers, while supporting the nutritional

This year’s event will include games, inflatables, a kid’s parade, live music

12:00 PM

Dewey & 2nd street

East Cross United Methodist Church

the event for an extra charge.

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Movies in the ‘Ville – Downtown Outdoor Movie Night

For girls entering 6th – 8th grade. $50 for

vendors, and fireworks beginning at 9:45!

the week of camp. Come learn about the

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Firefighter’s fundraiser starts at noon

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Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack provided daily

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who you are and become a “Girl on Fire”.

with hamburgers, hot dogs, snow cones, and drinks. Enjoy an afternoon of family fun, including kids games, turtle races,

Live concert!

watermelon, and fireworks at dusk.

Monday, July 6 7:45 AM

Croods. Bring a blanket and your lawn chairs early to get a good seat.

Girl on Fire Summer Camp

9:00 PM

For girls entering 6th – 8th grade. $50 for

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Fireworks at Osage Casino Bartlesville

the week of camp. Come learn about the passions and gifts inside of you. Embrace who you are and become a “Girl on Fire”.

Fireworks at dusk with games and food!

7:00 AM

Big Bang 5K and 1 mile Fun Run, hosted by Dewey FFA Dewey High School

East Cross United Methodist Church

Nowata 4th of July Fireworks

Downtown Bartlesville premier of The

Saturday, July 4

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10:00 AM

Bartlesville Boutique District Late Night Downtown Stores open until 7PM every Thursday.

Friday, July 10 7:45 AM

Girl on Fire Summer Camp East Cross United Methodist Church

well being of our community. (Join us every Saturday through October 10, 2015)

7:30 PM

10:00 PM

Robert Cody Maxwell & The Gentlemen Vain Frank & Lola’s Bartlesville’s Debut of this Dallas-based Americana act, and one that we think will be an early favorite.

Arena. Tickets at the gate.

www.cavalcaderodeo.com

6:30 PM

Auditions for “Noises Off”

Pawhuska Cavalcade For more information visit www.bartlesvilleradio.com

9:00 AM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Bucy ave. Entry fee is $25/person or $40/

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

family. Proceeds benefit the Social Services

dance instruction. For more information and

program of the Salvation Army in Bartlesville,

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

a United Way agency.

Monday, July 13 9:00 AM

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Horsemanship- 7pm at the Fairgrounds

KRIG 34th Annual Country Showdown Finale

or pick up entry forms in person at 101 N

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then come out in the evening for Queen

8:00 AM

Another Alibi

Register online at www.bartlesvilleuw.org

Cavalcade Queen Orientation at 1pm

Tuesday, July 14

9:00 PM

Bartlesville High School

Grace Community Church

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo

farce about putting on a play.

More info @ www.mutualgirlsclub.org/gold

I’ve Got The Power 5K, presented

by United Way

1:00 PM

Martin, “Noises Off” is a fast paced comedy

Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack provided daily

9:00 AM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

the 90th season. Directed by Troy Anthony

who you are and become a “Girl on Fire”.

www.cavalcaderodeo.com

gmail.com or find us on Facebook.

Theater Bartlesville’s first production of

passions and gifts inside of you. Embrace

7:30 AM

information email us at bartlesvilleokmops@

Theater Bartlesville

the week of camp. Come learn about the

Saturday, July 11

Wednesday, July 15

If you have questions or want more

Full event schedule at

For girls entering 6th – 8th grade. $50 for

Osage Casino Bartlesville

First Baptist Church Downtown

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

Osage Casino Bartlesville

Downtown Pawhuska Full event schedule at

Osage County Fairgrounds- Pawhuska

Another Alibi

69th Annual Cavalcade Cavalcade Street Dance - Live Music by Dolly Shine

Bartlesville Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs) Registration

KARAOKE

9:00 PM

8:00 PM

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

7:00 PM

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo Grand Entry and Evening Performance, then Dance Under the Stars with live music by Josh Ward.

Osage County Fairgrounds- Pawhuska Full event schedule at www.cavalcaderodeo.com

Thursday, July 16 9:00 AM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

10:00 AM

Bartlesville Boutique District Late Night Downtown Stores open until 7PM every Thursday.

11:30 AM

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo Kiddo Day at the Osage County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena - Pawhuska (Kids Free/$5 Adult Entry)

5:00 PM

Full event schedule at

69th Annual Cavalcade

www.cavalcaderodeo.com

Cavalcade Queen’s BBQ and Fashion Show

7:00 PM

Will be held at the fairgrounds Ag Building Full event schedule at www.cavalcaderodeo.com

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo Grand Entry and Evening Performance, then Dance Under the Stars with live music by Cody Canada and the Departed with Charlie

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Osage County Fairgrounds- Pawhuska Full event schedule at www. cavalcaderodeo.com

Osage County Fairgrounds- Pawhuska Full event schedule at www.cavalcaderodeo.com

Grace Community Church

9:00 PM

JMB returns with that unique blend of soul,

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Osage Casino Bartlesville

favorite.

Saturday, July 18

Sunday, July 19

8:00 AM Farmer’s Market

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo

www.cavalcaderodeo.com

well being of our community. (Join us every Saturday through October 10, 2015)

10:00 AM

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo Parade - Downtown Pawhuska Full event schedule at Cavalcaderodeo.com

Third Thursday Music Series (Picnic in the Sky): Mark Gibson Music

9:00 AM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church

12:00 PM

Art of Motion Dance Studio Open House 5801 SE Adams Blvd Open to the public! Dance promotes life long

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

style while building self esteem. We hope to

dance instruction. For more information and

see you there!

Children’s Musical Theatre presents Mary Poppins Bartlesville Community Center (visit www.cmtonstage.com for info on tickets)

7:00 PM

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo

3:00 PM

Children’s Musical Theatre presents Mary Poppins

Monday, July 20

Registration is $75/camper, ages 6 – 8!

9:00 AM

dreamed of attending”. Register online at

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

Tuesday, July 21 9:00 AM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

then Dance Under the Stars with the Casey

Dance Under the Stars with live music by

Donahew Band. Full event schedule at

Jason Boland and the Stragglers.

www.cavalcaderodeo.com

Thursday, July 23

9:00 AM 2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

10:00 AM

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning Woolaroc Museum Registration is $75/camper, ages 6 – 8!

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

10:00 AM

Woolaroc Museum

Grand Entry and Evening Performance,

www.woolaroc.org

dance instruction. For more information and

www.cmtonstage.com for info on tickets)

Grand Entry and Evening Performance, then

Bring your kids to join “the camp you always

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

Bartlesville Community Center (visit

69th Annual Cavalcade Rodeo

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning Woolaroc Museum

Camp Woolaroc, An Adventure in Learning

7:00 PM

10:00 AM

www.cmtonstage.com for info on tickets)

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

healthy habits and encourages an active life

7:00 PM

Bartlesville Community Center (visit

dance instruction. For more information and

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

Children’s Musical Theatre presents Mary Poppins

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

third Thursday: Mark Gibson Music

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

3:00 PM

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Picnic in the Sky Series, live music every

dance instruction. For more information and

Full event schedule at

Grace Community Church

Price Tower Copper Bar

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

11:00 AM

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission

growers, while supporting the nutritional

Friday, July 17

Jazz & funk that has made this trio a FnL’s

Finals Performance

economic well being of area farmers &

7:00 PM

Jackie Myers Band

Frank Phillips Park

crops & homemade crafts, promote the

www.cmtonstage.com for info on tickets)

9:00 AM

Frank & Lola’s

to improve access to locally grown specialty

Bartlesville Community Center (visit

Osage Casino Bartlesville

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

Red Dirt Rangers

Brandon Clark

Children’s Musical Theatre presents Mary Poppins

Wednesday, July 22

Brandon Clark

10:00 PM

8:30 PM

Painted Horse Bar & Grille

7:00 PM

9:00 PM

Registration is $75/camper, ages 6 – 8!

Bring your kids to join “the camp you always dreamed of attending”. Register online at www.woolaroc.org

10:00 AM

Bartlesville Boutique District Late Night Downtown

Bring your kids to join “the camp you always

Stores open until 7PM every Thursday.

dreamed of attending”. Register online at

Friday, July 24

www.woolaroc.org

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Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

5:00 PM

Bartlesville High School Class of 1995 Reunion Painted Horse Bar & Grille

A National Scholarship Program that promotes and rewards scholarship, learning, and talent in young women. Visit www. distinguishedyw.org for all the details.

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

10:00 AM

Camp Woolaroc Woolaroc Museum for ages 9 – 11. $75

Bartlesville High School Class of 1995 Reunion

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

10:00 AM

registration. Visit www.woolaroc.org for

Camp Woolaroc

all the info

Woolaroc Museum for ages 9 – 11. $75 registration. Visit www.woolaroc.org for

Hillcrest Country Club

all the info

9:00 PM

10:00 AM

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Bartlesville Boutique District

Osage Casino Bartlesville

Late Night Downtown Stores open until 7PM every Thursday.

Friday, July 31 8:00 AM

Wednesday, July 29 8:00 PM

Ladies Night & Copper Karaoke: Jacky Manning Price Tower Copper Bar

10:00 PM

Green Corn Rebellion Frank & Lola’s

8:00 AM

Sandy Koufax World Series Doenges Stadium The Sandy Koufax World Series is the AABC

This is a menagerie of awesome! Come

14U championship games. Teams from all

watch a 9-piece band jam at the corner with

over the U.S.A. come to compete for their

a fantastic energy and crafty songwriting.

shot at the championship title

9:00 PM

Sunday, July 26

9:00 AM

Osage Casino Bartlesville

6:00 PM

Drink Specials for the ladies and Karaoke in the Copper Bar

Signal 29

Saturday, July 25 8:00 AM

Hideaway Summer Concert Series Hideaway Pizza Bring your lawn chairs, this Sunday is Red

Farmer’s Market

Dirt Rangers. Annual Summer Concert

Frank Phillips Park

details at www.hideawaypizza.comn

Bartlesville Farmer’s Market has a mission

Monday, July 27

to improve access to locally grown specialty

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

enrollment visit www.cmtonstage.com

Our annual auction will have brand new merchandise and gift certificates with guaranteed savings! More information available at www.bartlesvilleradio.com

7:00 PM

Distinguished Young Women of Bartlesville State Competition Bartlesville Community Center

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8:00 AM

Sandy Koufax World Series The Sandy Koufax World Series is the AABC

2:00 PM

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Performance Grace Community Church (visit www.cmtonstage.com for info)

7:00 PM

Tuesday, July 28

14U championship games. Teams from all

9:00 AM

over the U.S.A. come to compete for their

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Performance

shot at the championship title

Grace Community Church (visit

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp Grace Community Church For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and dance instruction. For more information and

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Grace Community Church

registration. Visit www.woolaroc.org for

Doenges Stadium

Washington County Fairgrounds

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

Thursday, July 30

KWON,KYFM,KRIG, & KPGM Auction

9:00 AM

Woolaroc Museum for ages 9 – 11. $75

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade. dance instruction. For more information and

shot at the championship title

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

all the info

Over 90 hours of acting, singing, and

over the U.S.A. come to compete for their

Camp Woolaroc

Grace Community Church

10:00 AM

14U championship games. Teams from all

10:00 AM

well being of our community. (Join us every Saturday through October 10, 2015)

The Sandy Koufax World Series is the AABC

Grace Community Church

growers, while supporting the nutritional

economic well being of area farmers &

Doenges Stadium

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

9:00 AM 2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

crops & homemade crafts, promote the

Sandy Koufax World Series

9:00 AM

www.cmtonstage.com for info)

2015 Children’s Musical Theatre Middle School Camp

9:00 PM

Grace Community Church

Osage Casino Bartlesville

For students entering the 6th – 8th grade.

Back Roads Band

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out & about yp bingo night at copper

battle of the badges

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BARTLES’ FOURTH OF JULY Courtesy of Bartlesville History Museum It has been reported the first Fourth of July celebration in Indian Territory took place in 1877 at the hand of Jacob Bartles, Bartlesville’s namesake. Bartles was a deeply patriotic man and he poured his heart into his Fourth of July celebrations. It began with simple picnic basket gatherings and small firework displays, orchestrated in Bartles’ Grove on the north side of the Caney River. Then it grew to the elaborate celebrations of the world renown Dewey Roundup. The Fourth of July played an important part in the social development of Washington County with most celebrations incorporating political presentations as part of the entertainment.

Visitors traveled to Bartles’ settlement by all means possible to pitch their tents in Bartles’ Grove eagerly awaiting the arrival of friends and relatives for the annual event. Since the celebration drew enormous crowds, it was the perfect opportunity for Bartles, and other businessmen, to develop business prospects over a friendly drink and cigar. By offering free food and drink, Jake hoped to entice celebrants to buy his store wares to the bare shelves.

However, an ornery rivalry existed between Jacob Bartles, William Johnstone and George Keeler.

Johnstone and Keeler, store keepers south of the river, had mischievous plans in the works. They commissioned a band from Kansas City to arrive in a covered wagon and remain under cover at the side of their general store until the Bartles’ celebration began to wind down—then the cover was whisked away, the band began to play and the Bartles’ Fourth of July crowd moved enmass to the waiting arms of Johnstone and Keeler, where the party continued and purchases were made at the Johnstone and Keeler Store. This left Bartles seething mad and shortly thereafter he moved

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his store north to his wheat field where he established the town of Dewey in 1900.

Between 1908 and 1949 the Dewey Roundup drew tens of thousands of Fourth of July celebrants to Bartlesville and Dewey for the annual festivities.

Although smaller festivities took place at Silver Lake, Bartlesville and the Dewey Portland playgrounds east of Dewey, the Dewey Roundup was the main attraction.

Years have past and history has circled to reconnect itself.

Organized Fourth of July celebrations have been held at the Sooner Park, Eastland Shopping Center, Washington Park Mall and the Copan Community Action Team sponsors fireworks over Copan Lake.

In 2009 the “Fourth of July Freedom Fest Committee” moved Bartlesville’s celebration to the heart of town, on Second Street, with a Little Mr. & Miss Freedom Fest contest, kid’s parade and fun activities.

As dusk falls, fireworks light the sky from Johnstone Park, just steps from the location of Jake Bartles first Fourth of July celebration.

Dewey holds their annual Duck Derby, watermelon feed and fireworks celebration at Don Tyler Park, the very location of Joe Knight’s pasture, where Joe Bartles presented the Dewey Roundup after the death of his father.

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by Damon Isaacs Birds keep our world in balance. They are vital to our ecosystem, and when one species struggles to exist, it can impact the environment. Ryan VanZant is a local man who works hard to not only save these creatures of flight, but to educate people about their importance.

Growing up in Fort Wayne, IN, VanZant attended Butler University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in biology with a minor in psychology. His expierence includes training for Natural Encounters in Florida and performing bird shows at Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Kingdom. He continued his lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work with zoos in Philadelphia and Tulsa. He always thought he would be working with animals in television and movies, but with more exposure to birds, he realized his passion was in avian education. In 2005, he joined the Sutton Center.

VanZant is the director of education at the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center. Nestled in a wooded area outside of Bartlesville, the Sutton Center operates in what once was the home of Harold and Sandy Price. The Price family donated the home with its hilly wooded property, making the center unique and special. VanZant is comfortable here as he gazes out of the large conference room windows. The Sutton Center hosts educational programs to school groups from across the United States in its 300-seat amphitheater.

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Between 1984 and 1992, the center raised and released 275 southern bald eagles, saving our national symbol from extinction.

An accomplished falconer, VanZant hunts with falcons and hawks. He is truly a man who has pursued his life’s passion. “It is not a prestige thing; it is more about being with birds in nature. I enjoy recreating situations to see a raptor perform naturally. I have always been a person with a lot of interests,” VanZant says. “If I have an interest, I try to learn everything I can about it.” His advice to others is to discover their interest and immerse themselves in every piece of information and experiences about that interest.

Leading the educational program, “All About Birds,” VanZant trains birds and a few other animals for live shows. He describes his typical day as “coming to work and finding out what my typical day is going to be. I might be putting on climbing spikes to climb a tree and save a nest or to put transmitters on baby eagles.”

VanZant has traveled to Abu Dhabi and Morocco to give presentations to falconry enthusiasts and to work with prairie chicken breeding organizations.

He is currently involved in a project that is saving and reintroducing Atwater’s prairie chicken. He also serves on the board of the

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International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators. In addition to their educational programs offered to classrooms, the Sutton Center presents natural history programs to students featuring photographers from National Geographic as guest speakers and hosts nest cameras that are open to the public from the center’s website.

“We have a following from all over the world with our nest cameras,” VanZant states.

A person whom VanZant looks up to is Dr. Steve Sherrod, the director emeritus of the Sutton Center. “Reintroducing prairie birds has proven to be challenging.

Dr. Sherrod has been extremely successful with these types of programs,” VanZant says. In 2007, Dr. Sherrod and the Sutton Center were recognized in a Rose Garden ceremony hosted by President Bill Clinton for saving the bald eagle.

“Bartlesville has a good outdoorsman culture. There is a lot of open prairie around with reservoirs,” VanZant says in appreciation of his adopted hometown. “A lot of people here seem to appreciate the history, the land and the work we do.” VanZant talks fondly of his children who share in his life’s work. He smiles when he describes his daughter, who has been working with a hawk, “It’s nice to know someone else has this crazy gene that I have.”

Despite his passion for working with birds of prey, he wants to make one thing unequivocally clear: “Falconry is not about having a pet falcon. It is an innate passion. Hunting with falcons is not about killing things. It is about interacting with a natural world. It is an adrenaline rush to work with this falcon every day. Watching it do what it can do naturally. The training and modification of behavior is why I am involved with falconry.”

“I want students to know that birds are important,” VanZant concludes. “Birds are a good indicator of the health of our environment. If birds are breathing in something harmful, the harm could be real to humans as well.”

Wherever we are, they are there; pollenating plants, dispersing seeds, scavenging carcasses and recycling nutrients back into the earth. Birds are truly companions to humans.

These creatures that run through our prairies, flutter in our yards and soar high above us are the mediators between the human race and the earth. v

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Cowboy Culture The 69th Annual Cavalcade

by Molly Sparks There is nothing quite like the rush of adrenaline on the turn around the last barrel, or the thrill of hearing the bell ring at the end of the longest eight second ride. The wind tugging at your hat and the cheering of the crowd can only mean one thing: a rodeo.

With its Wild West atmosphere, competition, and sheer thrill, nothing else quite captures the feel of Southern tradition like the International Roundup Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cavalcade. The Oklahoma-held event is an annual rodeo to entertain, delight, and challenge riders and spectators alike.

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secretary had the idea of beginning the Cavalcade, an event designed for roundup clubs and rodeo fans around the country. It was co-sponsored by the Pawhuska Roundup Club and a new magazine, The Roundup. Sole rights to the Cavalcade were bought by the Pawhuska Roundup Club, which formed the Cavalcade committee.

Once a year, teams, fans and vendors from around the country gather in Pawhuska, Oklahoma for the event. Held at the Osage County Fairgrounds, Cavalcade boasts camping spots for competitors and spectators, arenas for competition and entertainment, and facilities for vendors.

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Each year in March, roundup teams and clubs from Oklahoma and Kansas meet to discuss rules and terms, and to announce the schedule for the coming Cavalcade. New teams are added every year as the Cavalcade community continues to grow.

2 Steps Back, Jason Boland & The Stragglers, The Casey Donahew Band, and more. Show nights and times can be found on the Cavalcade website. Band performances include dances, with changing themes each night based on the bands.

This year, Cavalcade starts Monday, July 13th, and is up and running until Sunday the 19th. Competitions are held twice daily on Wednesday through Saturday, with a final performance on Sunday afternoon. Competitions include something for everyone: wild horse races, bull riding, team roping, barrel races, bareback bronc riding, wild cow milking, chuckwagon races and more.

Tickets for the 69th Annual Cavalcade can be purchased one at a time for each individual event, or an all-access pass can be purchased for unlimited access to all events. Dance tickets, rodeo passes, and allaccess passes can be purchased online or at the gate for all events. v

The week-long western sports event houses a small city of RVs for roundup club and riding club members who stay for the competition. Makeshift pens house thousands of horses and cattle for the event. Amenities such as water, electricity, camper hookups, and more are made available, both for contestants and for vendors visiting for the weekend.

Cavalcade Pawhuska Fairgrounds

July 13th -19th

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Each evening, entertainment will be provided on the fairgrounds. Bands include Dolly Shine, Josh Ward,

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National Scholarship Program Promotes Excellence

by Anna Smoot for early school-aged young ladies, who will have the opportunity to showcase what they learned briefly on stage.” Through volunteering, the program hopes to see the women exemplify characteristics such as leadership, compassion, and kindness. The volunteer days will allow the young women to serve in different locations around Bartlesville, while preparing for the competition.

On July 25th, the Bartlesville Community Center will host the state finals of the Distinguished Young Women competition for the 10th year running. The program, which will be open to the public and begins at 7:00 PM, is a pageant designed to select a winner for the National Distinguished Young Women competition.

Several young women who have done well in their local districts will advance to the state competition.

Each competitor must display the ways in which she supports scholarship, leadership, and talent. She must also be committed to the Be Your Best Self program, which awards excellence to young women who are committed to being healthy, involved, studious, ambitious, and responsible. After the statewide pageant has been completed, one young woman will be selected for the national competition and earn the title of champion for Oklahoma.

The program will select the Oklahoma contestant for 2016, a year in advance of the national competition.

However, the finalists will arrive on July 20 in preparation for the competition. Robert Reeves, Public Relations, stated that “the participants will have the opportunity to volunteer at Elder Care, Mutual Boys and Girls Club, and Mary Martha Outreach. Additionally, the participants will present a Be Your Best Self workshop

The competition consists of five parts. First, the young women will complete an interview process with several judges. This prepares the women to go through college, scholarship, internship, and job interviews.

The morning also holds the scholastics portion of the competition, which is based on the young woman’s GPA, standardized test scores, and other intellectual achievements.

At 7:00 PM on July 25, the latter half of the competition will be open to the public. There are three components to the show, the first of which is a fitness portion. It is a choreographed aerobic routine that allows each woman to show her physical strength and stamina, and each contestant has a featured part.

Following this is a talent portion, where each contestant has ninety seconds to display an ability she possesses.

She will be judged on her technical ability and execution of the talent. Finally, there is a self-expression portion, which is designed to display the poise, carriage, and speaking ability of the women. Rachel Wittenbach, the Distinguished Young Woman of Oklahoma 2013, stated, “The program taught me to be confident in myself and my abilities. I had to keep pushing forward and do my best, to have fun and make friends. This was how I was successful.” The competition allows the women to grow in multiple ways. Attending the competition is one way to support the organization, their outreach, and preparing young women of Oklahoma for greater futures. v

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Family Crisis and Counseling Center Luck Be A Lady Tonight

by Julie Pranger Family Crisis & Counseling Center has upped the ante this year. The center will be holding its annual fundraiser event on Saturday, July 18th at the Hilton Garden Inn, located in downtown Bartlesville. This year’s themed event, “Casino Night,” will be extra entertaining.

“Event attendees will be able to enjoy playing casino games such as Blackjack and Texas Hold ’em,” said Angela Pregler, event committee member. The event will consist of a silent auction, wine pull, photo booth and many delicious hors d’oeuvres to choose from.

“All proceeds from the Casino Night will benefit the Family Crisis & Counseling Center and shelter,” mentioned Pregler. Founded in 1982, the center has since then provided counseling and support to victims of the Bartlesville and Dewey area. “The center’s mission is to reduce and eliminate domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and substance abuse in family and similar relationships,“ stated Chedra Keller, Family Crisis & Counseling Center executive director. Last year alone over 77 women and children were admitted to the Safe Shelter and over 540 victims requested services.

“One of the best things about the center is that all of the benefits and services are zero cost to the victims,” said Keller. Some of the many benefits that the center offers are supplies and curriculum for the program members, 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling and support through the process.

Most of the programs the center offers depend heavily on volunteer support. “We are always accepting volunteers,” mentioned Keller. Currently, the center

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is seeking volunteers for the shelter, sexual assault program and batterer program.

“Watching people’s lives change for the better is one of my favorite things about working here,” mentioned Keller. Part of the center’s focus is to change society’s attitudes and systems through intervention and prevention. “I have witnessed batterers belief systems change as well as people becoming empowered and independent of the batterer,” stated Keller. Next school year Family Crisis and Counseling Center will strive to provide 500 Prevention Education classrooms session in the Bartlesville, Dewey and Nowata school districts.

To support the center, reserve your ticket to “Casino Night” before it’s too late. Tickets may be purchased by calling the Family Crisis & Counseling Center office at 918.336.1188.

We’re sure that any bet on Family Crisis & Counseling Center is a safe bet; just make sure to wear your best poker face and…may the odds be ever in your favor!

Family Crisis & Counseling Center 622 SE Frank Phillips, Bartlesville, OK 74003

Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

If you know someone that could benefit from any services offered, please e-mail safe@familycrisis.us or call the 24-hour hotline 1.800.814.1188. v

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Open a Truity checking account before July 31, and you’ll automatically be entered to win a $1,200 vacation!* Truity checking accounts are packed with FREE features that cost extra at most banks. Say hello to better checking!

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501 S Johnstone 2612 SE Washington TruityCU.org/WinAVacay

*Some restrictions apply.

No purchase necessary.