Shelley Koster Bartlesville & Grand Lake Realtor
Event Time! This week we are taking a second to remind everyone of the AWESOME events going on in Bartlesville! There is always something fun to do when you’re in Bartlesville, whether it’s going to Woolaroc, Osage Hills, or catching a show at the local theater, there is something for everyone. Now, without further delay, here is what is going on this month in Bartlesville!
Bartlesville Farmers Market
Every Saturday from 8:30AM to 1130AM
Frank Phillips Park – Frank Phillips Blvd. and Keeler Ave. in Bartlesville, OK
Every Saturday of the month we have a chance to support our local farmers with the weekly Farmer’s Market. If you have never been, then you are in for a treat. You can purchase items from several local vendors, connect with your neighbors, and enjoy listening to some amazing, live music. The Farmers Market is designed to help the nutritional needs of our community and promote the economic well-being of our area farmers and growers. It is a Bartlesville tradition held at the Frank Phillips Park and one I think you will enjoy!
Sandy Koufax World Series
Wednesday, July 29th, 2015 to Sunday, August 2nd, 2015
Doenges Stadium
Take me out to the ballgame, buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks! The Sandy Koufax World Series will be held here in Bartlesville, OK July 29th – Aug 2nd. The Sandy Koufax World Series is the AABC 14U championship game. Teams from sea to shining sea will be coming here to Bartlesville to compete. This will be a fantastic weekend for baseball fans! For more information, contact Debbie Mueggenborg at 1-888-336-0008 or emaildebbie@archambofinancial.com.
PlayForBurk presents Alex Boye in Concert
Saturday, August 22nd, 2015
Bartlesville Community Center
The PlayForBurk Foundation is bringing Alex Boye to concert on August 22nd at the Bartlesville Community Center. Boye’s musical journey began in a Tottenham neighborhood, where he was influenced by Motown and other soul greats like James Brown, Jackie Wilson and Otis Redding. In 1995 he launched his professional music career as the lead singer of the European boy band, Awesome. While performing with the band, Boye sold over half a million records, and performed shows alongside numerous superstars, including Bryan Adams, The Backstreet Boys, George Michael, Simon and Garfunkel and MC Hammer. Tickets are on sale for this spectacular performance at bartlesvillecommunitycenter.com, ticket prices range from $10 – $50!
Hideaway Summer Concert Series
Sunday, August 23rd, 2015
Hideaway Pizza in Downtown
The Hideaway Summer concert series is at it again! Get your blankets and bring your lawn chairs and come out with the family to hear the great music of the Red Dirt Rangers! This free concert will be held at the Hideaway in downtown Bartlesville on Sunday, August 23rd.
Agape Mission’s Empty Bowls Fundraiser
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Bartlesville Community Center
The annual Empty Bowls lunch fundraiser will be held from 11AM to 1PM, August 25th, at the Bartlesville Community Center. Empty Bowls fundraiser is for the Agape Mission located in downtown Bartlesville. Lunch sponsorships are available ranging from the Golden Spoon Level at $500 for eight tickets, to Silver Spoon level at $250 for four tickets, and Wooden Spoon at $100 for two tickets. Individual tickets are also available for $20 each.
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $20, if not sold out by that date. Twenty-four local restaurants have supported this event and will be providing lunch. Ticket price includes choice of a hand-painted bowl, lunch, and participation in the silent auction! To become a sponsor or to purchase individual tickets, contact Katie Wright at 918-337-7705.
5k and 2k Fun Run to Support College Scholarship Fund Saturday, August 29, 2015
Are you ready to go footloose and fancy free? Then dress up in your favorite 80’s gear, lace up your running shoes, and join your friends on August 29th for a 5k/2k Fun Run!
Not into running? No worries, bring your family and walk, run, or cartwheel your way to the finish line. The event is for all ages and is open to the public. All proceeds go towards a college scholarship fund for the Bartlesville High School!
The race and fun run will take place on the authorized pathfinder route on Shawnee Avenue in Downtown Bartlesville on August 29th, 2015 at 9:00 AM. Late Registration is at 8:00 AM.
80’s prizes will be awarded to the top runners in each age category, as well as, to those with the best 80’s flashback costumes! Registered today at yellowcheetah.com/footloose5k
The Big Event benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters Saturday, August 29, 2015
A themed dinner and auction with entertainment, in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring program.
2015 theme is a Cajun with entertainment by Ernest James Zydeco www.ejzydeco.com . For information about event sponsorships, hosting a reserved table, or tickets, contact Charlene 918-213-4524 or charlene.dew@bbbsok.org
That is all for Bartlesville events this month! We hope you all have a great weekend! Stay cool!
