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As 2025 comes to a close and 2026 begins, AVB Bank isn’t just marking time – they are celebrating a legacy. One built on trust, relationships, and an unwavering commitment to the Broken Arrow community for 120 remarkable years
Founded in February 1905, two years before Oklahoma achieved statehood, Arkansas Valley National Bank opened its doors in the town of Broken Arrow—then part of Indian Territory. From the very beginning, the bank was more than a place to conduct business; it was a cornerstone of a growing community.
Just four years later, in February 1909, two years after Oklahoma became a state, the institution transitioned to a state charter and became Arkansas Valley State Bank. Nearly a century later, in October 2008, the name evolved once more—this time to AVB Bank, reflecting both progress and continuity.
AVB Bank is going boldly forward. What has never changed is the heart behind the name.
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Holding 120 balloons are AVB Bank employees pictured: (L-R) Peyton Snyder, Cooper Rash & Zeus Olvera. Photo by Tony Li, courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
AVB Bank today, 2026. The landmark sculpture, BINDING CONTRACT, depicts two cowboys shaking hands across a fence. Located in the AVB Bank Plaza, directly in front of the downtown Broken Arrow location, this impactful sculpture resides in the heart of the Rose District. Bradford L. Williams, a self-taught artist from Chino Valley, Arizona, created the sculpture. Williams lives and reveres the “cowboy way of life” and his art is reflective of that way of life. While working with AVB, Williams stated: “The sculpture says so much about how people treat each other. I know that your bank [AVB] still holds in high esteem the tried and true traditions such as honest hard work and that a person’s promise, by handshake, is still the highest form of shared expectations.” Photo courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
“Back in the Day” Arkansas Valley National Bank in 1905. It changed
name to Arkansas Valley State Bank around 1909 after Oklahoma achieved statehood
rebranded again to its current name, AVB Bank, in
February 2026.
“The way AVB Bank has done business for generations is the way we do business today. A handshake is our bond.” – Kelley Kimbrough Rash, AVB Board of Directors, Chair
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From its inception in 1905 to the present day, AVB Bank has remained under the same family ownership and leadership, a rare distinction in modern banking. Today, Kelley Kimbrough Rash, fourth generation, serves as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, while Cooper Rash, fifth generation, serves as Vice President of Marketing and a member of the Board. In total, ownership spans six generations, a testament to stewardship, stability, and vision.
#CakedbyAVB
Throughout 2025, AVB Bank reflected on its milestone anniversary by turning gratitude into action. Through its #CakedbyAVB initiative, the bank connected with 120 customers, partners, organizations, and nonprofits, surprising each with a celebratory cake.
“Each visit was a simple but powerful gesture—saying thank you for the trust, the partnerships, and the shared investment in the community AVB proudly calls home.”
It wasn’t about cake alone.
It was about connection.
AVB Bank honors relationships.
Each celebration honored a relationship. Each cake represented a story. Together, they illustrated the impact of a community bank that has grown alongside Broken Arrow for more than a century.
120 years of trust.
120 years of relationships.
120 years of growth.
According to Ted Cundiff, President & CEO of AVB Bank, the celebration over this past year was “not just about honoring history, but about thanking the community that has made 120 years possible.”
A Handshake Across Time
For over 120-years, generations of customers have called AVB Bank their bank. While the face of banking has changed through the years, one thing that has not changed at AVB is the respect for tradition, honesty and integrity.
AVB Bank has a vision.
As AVB Bank looks ahead to 2026 and beyond, its mission remains unchanged: to serve, connect and succeed together. AVB’s vision is to be the community bank most admired for their people, partnerships and performance…while serving with integrity and enjoyment, investing locally, working together to encourage personal growth and build lasting relationships and acknowledge and celebrate success and dreams achieved—one customer, one family, one community at a time.
AVB offers a variety of competitive deposit and lending solutions for businesses and individuals, including checking and sweep accounts, mortgage lending, treasury management, private banking, commercial and small business loans and lines of credit, commercial real estate finance loans, mobile and digital banking services.
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2008. Photo courtesy of AVB Bank,
AVB Bank Executive Management Team (L-R, top row) Jody Manning, Javier Gamarra, Kelli Sowell, Topper Causby & John Walker; (L-R, bottom row) Randy Waldrup, Kelley Kimbrough Rash, Ted Cundiff & LaTonya Cundiff. Photo by Tony Li, courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
#CakedbyAVB recipient D5 Concepts Interior Design. Photo courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
Donna Malaguti, AVB Bank, Tulsa Mingo Branch Manager.
Photo by Tony Li, courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
#CakedbyAVB recipient Tulsa Zoo.
Photo courtesy of AVB Bank, February 2026.
CONNIE REYNOLDS
BE ST CH OI CE
PRODUCT S & S ERVICES 2026
RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE
Unlike awards based solely on revenue or metric polls, the 2026 Best Choice GOLD SEAL award provides an overall view of a company’s character. When a business in the home solutions sector receives this recognition, it signifies a culture of excellence validated by people who have had lasting relationships with them.
For consumers, this award serves as a beacon, guiding them toward contractors and suppliers they can have confidence in for their homes and commercial buildings. For the industry itself, it sets a new benchmark for operational excellence, encouraging all businesses to strive for higher standards in their daily operations.
The 2026 Best Choice GOLD SEAL selection was designed to recognize local companies that have demonstrated dedication to their industries, communities, employees, vendors, and customers. Many of these businesses are family-founded, owned and operated businesses!
The 2026 Best Choice GOLD SEAL award is unique because the recipients are chosen by live peer experiences, offering a testament to a company’s internal culture and external reputation.
Outstanding Customer Satisfaction
At the heart of this award is a commitment to exceptional customer experience. This includes consistently exceeding expectations, maintaining transparent communication, providing quality craftsmanship, high-quality materials, and building lasting client relationships that result in positive reviews, referrals, and repeat business.
Workplace
Employee Harmony
A great company to work for is often a great company to hire. Recognizing workplaces that foster a positive, collaborative, and supportive environment acknowledges the importance of employee well-being in delivering superior service. High morale directly translates to better customer interactions and higher quality work.
BEST CHOICE GOLD SEAL and Services Business Awards
Multiple Years in Business
Longevity is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and sound business practices. Companies that have flourished for multiple years demonstrate stability and a deep understanding of the market, earning trust in our communities, customers, and employees.
Excellence
The 2026 Best Choice GOLD SEAL award is built on a foundation of criteria that define a truly reputable home improvement, product, and service business.
Honorable
Business Integrity Practices
This basis rewards companies that operate with an ethical compass. It involves fair pricing, honest assessments, honoring warranties, and maintaining transparency in all dealings, ensuring trust is at the core of their business model.
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2026 Best Choice GOLD SEAL Honorees (In Alphabetical Order)
• ABC Seamless of Northeast Oklahoma
• An Array of Wreaths
• AVB Bank
• Better Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning
• Chris Velez, Coldwell Banker Select
• Cornerstone Chimneys
• Dun-Rite Roofing
• Everything Insurance Group
• First Call Medical
• Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing
• Grigsby’s Carpet Tile Hardwood
• Grout Care of Tulsa
• Jack Wills Home and Outdoor Living
• LCI Concrete
• NuRoof & Construction
• Oklahoma’s Best Power Washing
• Premium Cabinets
• Remarkable Painting
• Renaissance Hardwood Floors
• Sonrise Construction & Contracting
• Superior Overhead Doors
• Tile By Tony
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FIREPLACES & OUTDOOR LIVING
CORNERSTONE CHIMNEYS
CORNERSTONE CHIMNEYS EXPANDS
CORNERSTONE CHIMNEYS ADDS OUTDOOR LIVING FIREPLACES & KITCHENS TO LIST OF SERVICES.
BY VALUENEWS.COM
When it comes to keeping your home safe, warm, and stylish, Cornerstone Chimneys are certified experts in everything related to fireplaces. Known for their honest expertise and thorough approach, they offer everything from chimney sweeping and repairs to gas fireplace installation and have expanded to outdoor fireplace and kitchen builds that include outstanding masonry construction.
Their thorough knowledge and training will help you avoid many pitfalls that can be associated with untrained builders.
Outdoor Fireplace & Kitchen Builds
Cornerstone Chimneys’ latest offering brings their trusted craftsmanship outdoors with custom outdoor chimney and fireplace builds. This isn’t just about looks, it’s about safe, functional design.
Their team designs systems that vent properly and blend seamlessly with your outdoor space, whether it’s a backyard lounge or a full outdoor kitchen. “We even help with coordinating electric, lighting, and gas,” he added. And thanks to their deep experience with masonry, every outdoor feature is built to last.
Chimney Cleaning
At Cornerstone Chimneys, chimney cleaning is far more than just brushing out soot. Each service begins with a full system inspection.
“They’re going to inspect the fireplace system” explained John, Cornerstone Manager. “They’ll do a visual inspection… then put a camera literally in all the way up through that pipe all the way to the top of the chimney.” What they’re looking for is creosote buildup and potential damage. “The flue pipe acts like a drinking straw,” he adds. “If there are any gaps or broken pieces, it can’t pull
the smoke and gas and heat out of the house.”
Letting creosote accumulate? That’s a fire hazard. “It just bakes onto the walls and turns into a glassy look,” he says. “To get it off, it’s a three-day process.” That’s why Cornerstone recommends annual inspections to avoid costly, dangerous buildup.
Gas Fireplace Installations
Gas fireplaces may be sleek and modern, but installing them is no minor job. Cornerstone ensures every system is sized correctly and safely installed. “We want to make sure that it’s the appropriate size box for the system,” John said. “If it’s too big, it overfires and cracks the panels, which can then warp the system.”
They also help homeowners choose between different design options like traditional log sets, decorative fire glass, or even cannonball-style features—ensuring both function and aesthetics are perfectly matched.
Fireplace & Chimney Repairs
Proper maintenance keeps your fireplace system operating safely and efficiently. Prevention is key to avoiding costly repairs or unsafe conditions.
“Some of the most common repairs we see include cracked firebox panels, damaged chimney caps, deteriorated mortar joints, leaking chase covers, and worn or broken flue liners,” said Kathy Randall, owner. “Catching these issues early helps keep your home safer all season long.”
CORNERSTONE CHIMNEYS
918-251-3480 | INFO@CORNERSTONECHIMNEYS.COM
Outdoor fireplaces add a relaxing touch to the backyard.
Actual photo of a Cornerstone Chimneys complete outdoor living space job. VN Value News Magazine & Values, Inc. photo, February 2026.
A LEGACY OF ROOFING & REPAIRS
TRUST, VALUE, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP
BY VALUENEWS.COM
For more than 30 years, Dun-Rite Roofing has been a name homeowners across Oklahoma trust for quality, integrity, and dependable service. What began as a small, family-run operation has grown into one of the region’s most respected roofing companies—yet the mission has remained the same: do the job right, the first time.
One of the standout qualities that sets Dun-Rite Roofing apart is its non-commissioned sales approach. Instead of high-pressure tactics or inflated quotes, customers receive honest guidance and straightforward pricing. Because the team is not driven by commissions, the focus remains entirely on helping homeowners make the best decision for their home. This approach ensures DunRite Roofing consistently delivers the best price possible without compromising on materials or craftsmanship.
Assistance With The Insurance Process
As a long-time preferred contractor with many insurance providers, Dun-Rite has built its reputation not only on superior workmanship but also on its ability to navigate the insurance
process with ease. Their team routinely assists homeowners through storm claims, offering clarity, support, and peace of mind following severe Oklahoma weather.
With thousands of successful installations, Dun-Rite Roofing treats every project—whether a simple repair or a full reroof—with the professionalism and care customers deserve. Beyond their technical expertise, the company prides itself on being a genuine part of the community, supporting local families and outreach programs year-round.
In an industry where reliability and value matter most, DunRite Roofing continues to set the standard. Three decades of experience, transparent pricing, and a customer-first approach make them a trusted choice for homeowners today—and for generations to come.
PREARRANGE YOUR FUNERAL FINAL WISHES WITHOUT PREPAYING
Shying from preplanning your funeral is natural, however it is one of the most compassionate gifts you can give yourself, family and friends. There are many details to consider beyond the disposition of your remains. Preplanning your funeral includes numerous details from burial vs. cremation, selecting your service type, documenting important information like pallbearers, obituary details, and tasks such as caring for a pet, logistics, paperwork, and so much more. It’s a challenging thing to think about, however doing so provides a necessary benefit that will reduce stress and anxiety.
Final Wishes Card
Connie Reynolds and her staff at Reynolds Cremation & Funeral Services in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offer more than 20 years
of compassionate experience in walking you through the steps of prearranging your final wishes without paying. They take time to help you with your list and provide you with a simple card outlining your wishes with present date of planning costs associated with them. You leave a concise plan for your loved ones without mystery. Your “Final Wishes Card” is no cost or obligation, and ensures your wishes are documented for your family.
Preplanning
Reduces Stress
Connie sees herself as a servant to those in their time of loss. “We honor and respect all faiths and beliefs,” she explains. “Our staff is bilingual for those speaking Spanish and thoughtful with every detail of your needs. We also offer free tours of our beautiful funeral home. Together we’ll help you through each step without tension. Your family will not have to struggle or worry about those hard choices. Your detailed pre-arrangement will remain on file at our office. All you need to do is keep your “Final Wishes Card” in your wallet, put it into a safe place, or give to the person who will be responsible in the event of your death.”
By comparison shopping you’ll see big price differences for essentially the same goods and services. Reynolds Cremation & Funeral Services is one of the most affordable in the Tulsa metropolitan area.
Planning is not about facing the inevitability of death—it’s about caring for the people you love in the gentlest way possible. As Connie puts it, “If I die is not correct. It is when I die. No one wants to think about it, but the burden on your loved ones can be immense.” By taking action today, you can ensure that your family is supported and comforted when they need it most.
REYNOLDS CREMATION & FUNERAL SERVICES
CONNIE REYNOLDS | 1916 S. SHERIDAN RD., TULSA, OK | (918) 838-1332
REYNOLDSFUNERALHOMES.COM | REYNOLDSFUNERALHOMES
Reynolds Cremation Funeral Services owner Connie Reynolds is with Lezzy Olmedo. They will help you plan your funeral final wishes without paying. Value News and Values, Inc. photo, February 2026.
HOME PRODUCT AND SERVICE COMPANIES
Reserve Your Booths Now for Two Great Home & Garden Shows Presented by Tulsa Home Builders Association and Rogers County Chapter of the THBA!
Tulsa Home & Garden Show, March 5 – 8, 2026 Claremore Home & Garden Show, April 3 – 4, 2026
BY VALUENEWS.COM
Are you searching for great ideas for your home? If so, you won’t want to miss the Tulsa Home Builders Association and Claremore Home & Garden Shows, hosted by the Tulsa Home Builders Association. T hese two premier events showcase a wide range of home and garden products and services which will give you inspiration, information, and great deals! You’ll enjoy the opportunity to talk directly with experts, see live demonstrations, schedule free consultations, and find discounts all under one roof.
Upcoming Show Dates
Although it’s only January now, spring is on it’s way and the Claremore show’s dates will be April 3 -4, 2026; and similarly the Tulsa Home & Garden Show, another flagship event hosted by the Tulsa HBA, is scheduled for March 5 – 8, 2026. Both shows are dedicated to providing exceptional opportunities for vendors and attendees alike.
With a commitment to growing the Claremore event each year, the Tulsa HBA invites vendors to join the free-to-attend show and assist homeowners, business owners, and renters maximize their property’s potential. Interested exhibitors can contact Sarah Gentry at sgentry@tulsahba.com or 918-6635820 for booth information.
Find lots of great ideas and products at the Claremore Home and Garden Show, April 4 – 5, 2026!
Photo courtesy of the Rogers County Chapter of the THBA Facebook page, February 2026.
The Tulsa Home Builders Association Home and Garden Show will represent hundreds of products, services and ideas for your home on March 5 – 8, 2026! Photo courtesy of the Tulsa HBA, February 2026.
When asked about attendees’ favorite aspects of the show, Smith highlighted the Master Gardeners. “Guests love the chance to interact with them as they enter the event,” he said. The Claremore show will take place at 400 Veterans Pkwy in Claremore.
Exhibitors and Vendors
• Why participate in the Tulsa HBA Claremore Home & Garden Show?
• Connect with motivated homeowners: With more people improving their homes rather than moving, the show offers a unique chance to meet numerous potential customers over just two days.
• Engage with project-ready attendees: Visitors often come with specific projects in mind, eager to explore new products and meet service providers.
• Cost-effective marketing: This event provides a low-cost way to directly reach motivated prospects.
• Build personal connections: Faceto-face interactions create trust and credibility, allowing you to showcase the quality of your staff, products, and services.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business and connect with a highly engaged audience!
TULSA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
11545 E. 43RD ST., TULSA, OK 74146
SARAH GENTRY | (918) 663-5820 | SGENTRY@TULSAHBA.COM
TULSA SHOW ONLINE VENDOR INFORMATION: https://tulsahbaevents.com/tulsa-home-garden-show/vendor-info/
CLAREMORE SHOW ONLINE VENDOR INFORMATION: https://tulsahbaevents.com/claremore-home-garden-show/vendor-info/
828-9600
Jeff Smith, CEO of Tulsa HBA. Photo courtesy of the Tulsa Home Builders Association, February 2026.
• Bathroom Remodels
• Carpentry & Sheetrock
• Glass Shower Doors
• Granite Counter Tops*
• Handicap Showers
• Kitchen Remodels
• Lighting
• Live Edge Tops & Tables
• Porcelain & Ceramic Tile Floors
• Salvaged Barn Wood
• Sliding Barn Doors, Wood & Faux Beams
Actual Tile By Tony job photo, February 2026.
VENDORS, CREATIVES, & MAKERS WANTED!
BY VALUENEWS.COM
Sellers and Makers rejoice! Come and sell your goods within a community of crafters and artisans at the 2026 Spring Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar to be held Friday March 27 and Saturday March 28, 2026 (9 am to 5 pm on both days) at Rhema Ninowski Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. You’ll enjoy meeting new buyers and experience selling alongside a diverse group of high-quality creative vendors in a place full of shoppers looking for unique items.
Gretchen and Tom Willoughby, Holiday Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar organizers, have planned more than just a marketplace. They have built a diverse group of friendly creative vendors who look forward to returning from year-to-year. As a vendor, this is a great opportunity to connect with other creatives, share ideas and enjoy having a great time selling to passionate buyers.
Beyond having a well-organized selling space, you will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face and tell your story to your booth visitors. With thousands expected to attend, this event promises to be a big plus for helping you attain your early holiday sales goals.
BOOTH RENTAL PRICES
• 10’ x 10’ booth space is $125.00 for the two-day event. That’s only $62.50 per day!
• A limited number of booths have free electric and are available on a first come – first served basis, while they last.
• Rental tables are $10.00.
Open Vendor Categories
• Specialty food makers including niche foods, breads, canned seasonal foods, and candies and chocolates.
• Garden and home décor.
• Woodworking and Metalsmithing.
• Personalized item creators of all kinds.
• Florals and wreaths.
• Holiday ornaments and gifting accessories.
Secure your Space NOW for the Spring Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar, March 27 & 28, 2026
• Caps, hats, and scarves.
• Salsa makers.
• Pet items and accessories.
• Clothing and accessories.
• Baby.
• Beauty.
• Jewelry.
• Toys.
• Home Products and Services.
Maximize your sales and brand exposure by becoming a vendor at the upcoming Spring Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar – where real buyers show up! It plans to be more than just a shopping event; and more about a platform designed to help your creative business thrive. Gretchen and Tom are experienced organizers who invest in strategic promotions and logistic support.
Invest in your success today and reach out to Gretchen Willoughby at G & T International by emailing: gtinternational2603@gmail.com or call: (918) 964-9191.
HOLIDAY CRAFT, FOOD & GIFT BAZAAR
GRETCHEN WILLOUGHBY | G & T INTERNATIONAL | 918.964.9191
For more than 66 years, Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Hardwood in Tulsa is a long-standing, locally owned business known for a wide range of flooring options beyond its name, including carpet, tile, luxury vinyl plank, hardwood, and countertops. Beyond their vast selection of flooring, Grigsby’s team of loyal employees help their clients with unparalleled full-service customer service. Each person at every level is determined to exceed their customers’ expectations.
Top Flooring Trends for 2026
As homeowners seek spaces that feel warm, personal, and connected to the natural world, the flooring industry is shifting away from stark minimalism toward organic, texture, and high-performance options.
The reign of cool, gray-toned flooring is changing. 2026 ushers in a warmer palette that makes interiors feel cozy and inviting. According to Penny Carnino, Grigsby’s Director of Operations, said “The prevailing themes for 2026 are natural warm weaved fibers, stylistic traits, sustainability creating enduring floors that are as gorgeous and resilient.”
CARPET
Colors include a palette of soothing earth tones and expressive, saturated shades such as rosey earthtones, warm taupe, light beige, and terracotta. Any color considered a neutral that projects warmth without overwhelming the space. Additionally, colors of nature’s greens and blues are on trend. These colors include sage, moss green, deep forest green, and coastal blues. The result offers a sense of tranquility, relaxation, and creativity.
On the forefront are jewel tones for bold rooms. These colors include sapphire, emerald, amethyst, and navy. These colors add an opulent mood and elite ambiance to formal or entertainment areas.
Sculpted and Textured Loops: Multi-dimensional carpets are practical because they hide footprints and vacuum patterns.
WOODS AND LUXURY VINYL PLANK
Colors: Expect to see a rise in honeyed oaks, caramel, and chestnut browns. These mid-tone and richer shades serve as sophisticated neutrals, easily complementing various design styles from modern farmhouse to organic minimalism. Soft taupes, sand beiges, and creamy off-whites are also popular for creating a serene backdrop.
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Statement patterns and wide planks are also on trend. These designs meet the demand for a canvas for self-expression. Diverse patterns are making a comeback, adding depth and an European elegance to kitchens, entryways, and living areas. Wide-plank flooring (7 inches or more) remains a popular choice, as fewer seams create a more seamless and expansive visual flow, making rooms feel larger and more serene. Luxury vinyl plank continues its popularity due to advancements that make it incredibly realistic in mimicking natural wood and stone textures. Its water resistant and durable nature makes it ideal for high-traffic and moisture-prone areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Design styles and colors are virtually limitless.
TILES
A focus on texture and matte finishes: The new luxury isn’t ONLY about shine; it’s about touch and authenticity. Highgloss finishes are sharing the stage with low-luster matte and satin finishes.
SURFACES
Tactile surfaces offer a “quiet texture”. Wire-brushed, hand-scraped, and softly distressed surfaces are popular because they highlight the wood’s natural grain and character while also being practical for hiding everyday wear and tear. Matte finishes reflect less light, making dust, scratches, and footprints less visible—a major plus for busy households.
MADE IN THE U.S.A
Grigsby’s takes pride in their offerings of flooring made in the USA. This includes a wide variety of products like engineered hardwood, luxury vinyl plank and carpet, known for high quality, safety standards, and durability. “Buying American-Made flooring supports our U.S. economy, as well as avoids extra costs associated with tariffs,” explained Penny.
GRIGSBY’S CARPET, TILE, & HARDWOOD
4417 S. SHERIDAN, TULSA | (918) 627-6996 | GRIGSBYS.COM
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WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON TODAY?
Define Before You Design Your Kitchen Remodel
BY VALUENEWS.COM
Agood way to begin planning your kitchen remodel is to first define what IS NOT working in your current space. We call it “Define Before You Design”. Knowing first what is and isn’t currently working is a smart way to avoid mistakes and help develop your dream kitchen. The owners and designers at Cabinets
Now in Tulsa, Oklahoma have years of experience in assisting their clients create their dream kitchens with ease and confidence.
The Torres Family are the owners of Cabinets Now located at 9435 E. 51st St. in Tulsa. They employ Karen Rossi and Linda Dorn who are a trusted design team who have successfully designed kitchen and home remodels for over 20 years. The team, coupled with the Cabinets Now showroom with an extensive collection of products and accessories, will help you efficiently create a new kitchen that is beautiful, functional and expresses your personal style.
THE DESIGN TEAM
Karen Rossi, professional kitchen design specialist explains, “Cabinets Now offers “Full Kitchen Packages” that include cabinetry, countertops, sinks, backsplash, hardware and installation with a 2-to-3-week turnaround time. Not sure about what you want and looking for great ideas? And we offer a full range of both high-end and medium-priced product selections; along with our “Value-Line” priced options for fix-and-flip investors.”
Linda Dorn, professional interior designer, is a master at creating a stunning reality of your ideas. She will guide you through the design process ensuring your choices compliment your overall objectives resulting in “Your Signature Look.”
Karen and Linda offer full-service assistance. They will come to your home and measure, provide you with a design layout, an estimate, along with delivery and installation dates.
Cabinets Now offers a diverse selection of cabinetry colors and finishes at affordable prices. Photo courtesy of Cabinets Now, February 2026.
PRODUCT FEATURES
What are you looking for? Inside the Cabinets Now showroom you will experience a well-organized selection of whole-home cabinetry displays to sample colors and finishes...from painted to stained…to finished…custom to modular from their collection of brands which include J & K Cabinetry, A1 Cabinetry, and Northville. All are quality finishes to add warmth and personality. Countertop surface materials are virtually limitless. Their options include vivid choices from MSI Surfaces in granite, marble, quartzite, and quartz. Whether you lean into natural and cream color combinations or striking color patterns, you will find all sorts of possibilities.
Designer cabinet hardware is essential to provide practical ease of use and protect your cabinetry, as well as unite and complete the design style. Cabinets Now offers a large selection of hardware that is ergonomic, protects your new cabinetry, and
adds the perfect finishing touches!
Inside their showroom you can inspect various products for functionality, beauty, and durability.
GETTING STARTED
Vicki, Karen, and Linda are ready to help guide you through the process of your kitchen makeover. Their expertise will get you started right and ensure you have all the must-know information on functionality, durability, maintenance, ease of use and quality materials that capture your aesthetic style resulting in your dream kitchen!
Cabinets Now is a member of the Tulsa Home Builders Association and Better Business Bureau.
CABINETS NOW
9435 E. 51ST ST., TULSA, OK | KAREN: (918) 855-0086
(L to R) Designer Karen Rossi, Cabinets Now Owner Vicki Torres, and Designer Linda Dorn. VN Value News Magazine & Values, Inc. photo, February 2026.
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DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT
LCI Concrete Offers
ANSWERS AND ADVICE
ABOUT REPLACING YOUR DRIVEWAY
BY VALUENEWS.COM
For home improvements, few projects make as significant an impact as replacing your driveway. Not only does it enhance your home’s curb appeal, but it also adds value and safety to your property. Kalan Paul, owner of LCI Concrete, a trusted name in the community with 19 years of experience and over 1,300 completed driveway projects, answers some of the most common questions homeowners have about upgrading their driveways.
How Long Does It Take to Replace a Driveway?
Time is often the first concern when planning any home improvement project. The good news? LCI Concrete has efficiency down to a science.
“On an average driveway, our turnaround time is one day, and you can safely walk on it the next morning” said Paul.
How Much Does a New Driveway Cost?
Cost transparency is a big deal for homeowners, and LCI Concrete takes that seriously.
“What we quote is exactly what you’ll pay,” Paul assured. “Unless a customer asks for additional work, the price doesn’t change.”
There’s also no deposit required—LCI only collects payment after the project completion and the customer is happy. This customer-first approach makes the process smooth and stress-free.
How Does a New Driveway Add Value to My Home?
A driveway isn’t just a path to your garage—it’s a first impression.
“Replacing the driveway on an average house can make it look 10 years newer,” he said. A smooth, well-designed driveway boosts curb appeal, which can attract potential buyers and even increase your home’s market price.
Plus, a new driveway improves safety by eliminating cracks and
trip hazards—a win-win for homeowners and their guests.
Tips for Choosing the Right Contractor
Paul offers some solid advice for homeowners considering a driveway replacement:
• Experience Matters: Ask how long they’ve been in business and how many projects they’ve completed. LCI boasts 19 years in business and over 1,300 driveway replacements.
• Check for Insurance: Ensure your contractor is fully insured to protect your investment.
• Look for Reviews: Positive customer feedback speaks volumes.
• Construction Quality: Always use rebar reinforcement throughout the concrete, which can, “add up to 20 years to the life of your project”.
These steps ensure you’re hiring a contractor who values quality and customer satisfaction.
Why Choose LCI Concrete?
LCI Concrete offers driveways built to last a lifetime, focusing strongly on both functionality and longevity. Backed by over 70 years of combined team experience, they bring expert craftsmanship to every project. Homeowners can also feel confident in their work by viewing over 100 past project addresses available for reference.
Ready to upgrade your driveway? Let LCI Concrete pave the way! Contact them today for a free estimate and discover how they can transform the look and feel of your home. For more information, be sure to visit their website.
LCI CONCRETE
918-960-1440 | KALANPAUL@YAHOO.COM
Kalan Paul, owner of LCI Concrete. Photo courtesy of LCI Concrete, February 2026. LCI CONCRETE
GARAGE DOORS
SUPERIOR OVERHEAD DOORS
Todd
Wilhoite, owner of Superior Overhead Doors. VN Value News Magazine & Values, Inc. photo, February 2026.
ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME
WITH A NEW GARAGE DOOR!
Superior Overhead Doors Provides Beautiful Garage Doors With Unparalleled Strength & Durability.
Since 2008, Superior Overhead Door serves the Tulsa Metro area and has been a seasoned winner in accommodating their customers with different garage door styles and colors to drastically enhance your home’s curb appeal, add to your home’s aesthetic, and improve its resale value.
Adding a new garage door is one of the best home improvement projects to increase your home’s value.
According to a study coordinated by Remodeling Magazine and JLConline Cost vs Value, a garage door replacement returns 193% of the investment cost for the homeowner. That’s the highest recoup value of more than 23 home improvement projects in the study. In other words, for every $1,000 you invest in a garage door, $1,939 is added to the value of your home. JLConline is a site which compares average costs for 23 remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale in 150 U.S. markets.
If that’s not enough, here are more reasons for considering replacing your garage door:
• Newer garage door models have better insulation that can save you on heating and cooling bills.
• They are made more durable and beautiful than every before.
• Endless style and color options.
• They last longer.
When Should You Replace Your Garage Door?
Garage doors, depending on the quality of fabrication, have a lifespan of 15 to 30 years. Oklahoma weather, usage, and maintenance history are some of the factors that impact the life of your garage door. As your door ages, its functionality, style and grace also age making your door vulnerable as time goes on. If your garage door isn’t opening and closing properly and possibly riddled with minor damage it can be time for a new door. Superior Overhead Door is known for their product lines which offer customers design innovation and uncompromising performance.
Their selection of residential and commercial garage doors selection include both ready made and custom products, along with high quality openers, friendly technicians who provide expert repairs.
Keeping Your Garage Door in Tip-Top Shape
Broken springs are a menace that can leave you trapped in or out of your garage. It’s an inconvenience that can possibly be avoided. Maintaining your current garage door is a task that should be scheduled on an annual basis. It’s recommended to have your garage door serviced at least once a year by a professional technician who will inspect and test all the components of your garage door and opener, including the springs, cables, rollers, hinges, tracks and safety sensors. Superior Overhead Doors uses the best replacement parts for most every situation. They service most makes and models and technicians are typically stocked with most parts to get the job done quickly.
Shop at the Superior Overhead Door Showroom or get an On-Site Consultation
Superior Overhead Door’s showroom in Broken Arrow offers residential and commercial customers the perfect way to inspect and choose their next garage door. You can inspect many of the doors, view actual color selections, and receive accurate pricing. If you would rather, they will also come to your home and provide you with the information you need to help you with your new door decision. They believe that an informed decision is the best decision.
Whether you require a residential or commercial garage door, at Superior Overhead Door you will receive the right solution, at the right price.
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING
REMARKABLE PAINTING
FOR REMARKABLE RESULTS!
With too many 5-Star Google reviews to count, and numerous A+ Better Business Bureau ratings, Remarkable Painting is well known in Northeastern Oklahoma for their superior professional interior and exterior residential and commercial painting services. For more than 25 years, Owner Les Brooker has continued to exceed customer expectations.
One reviewer writes, “Remarkable Painting painted inside and outside at my home and painted the outside of my parents’ home. We are all extremely satisfied! Les is fair, affordable and he and his team do professional work. I would recommend Remarkable Painting to all! Thank you, Les.”
Historic Homes Painting
Remarkable Painting has a special affection for historic homes and buildings. Remarkable Painting has achieved the distinction of being a historic painting aficionado. They have painted many Midtown Tulsa historic homes, as well as The Tulsa Garden Center building. “I take great pleasure in painting these 100+ year old
homes the way they looked during their prime era and bringing out the original condition of the home,” explains Les.
Les’ heart is in transformative painting jobs. He has extensive experience in rejuvenating interiors and exteriors color and condition. “The most important thing to our company is our customer’s satisfaction and experience using us. Our team shares the commitment to make every home and business owner as comfortable as possible with the process. We are precise and use the right premium paints for each application. No matter how small or big the job may be, our process and service are the same,” added Les.
Brick and Rock Sealing
Les and his Remarkable Painting team not only excel in the area of painting, they also seal brick and rock exteriors. Sealing a rock house involves applying a penetrating sealant to protect it from stains and weather. This is especially important for porous natural stone or manufactured stone veneer. Les said, “Some older brick homes have water penetration. Applying a sealer can protect from the damage of cracking and chipping of the mortar and brick or rock.”
Choosing Paint Colors
When it comes to color choices, LED lighting inside and natural sunshine and shade outside can affect your actual finished paint tones. Les’ advice is to check your inside paint sample in it’s actual lighting; and outside paint samples on both the southside and northside of your home, because the finished tones can appear differently. Doing this will give you confidence in your color choices.
You will appreciate Remarkable Painting’s high quality services and customer satisfaction guarantee. They offer free estimates by calling (918) 406-4140; are professional, insured, and bonded. See their website RemarkableTulsa.com for more reviews, services, and an extensive gallery.
REMARKABLE PAINTING
CALL OR TEXT: (918) 406-4140 | WWW.REMARKABLETULSA.COM
Les Brooker, owner of Remarkable Painting. Photo courtesy of Remarkable Painting, February 2026.
CABINETRY & WOODWORK REFINISHING
GLEAM GUARD Celebrates 36 Years
BY VALUENEWS.COM
Given that your cabinets and woodwork are valuable assets in your home, working with a pro who knows how to restore them to a better-thanoriginal beauty is a bonus. Gleam Guard founder, Tracy Booth has invested 36 years of making homes cabinetry and woodwork projects gleaming. His brand has become a household name in many cities and states throughout the United States and Canada.
If your ceilings and vaulted ceilings are showing their age and dusty or dirty, Tracy at Gleam Guard also offers a service to clean those, too. He thoroughly and gently cleans the ceilings with special equipment; upper extremity woodwork and vaulted ceiling beams are cleaned and sealed.
Highly Effective and Reasonably Priced
Whether your cabinets are peeling, greasy or worse condition – cracking, scratched, hard to clean or peeling paint, Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing can remedy your woodwork and make it look like new again using eco-friendly, non-toxic and odorless materials. They are an A+ Rated BBB Accredited company and offer reasonably priced and highly effective solutions for refreshing, restoring and refinishing them back to their original glory.
“We can refinish cabinets that are in really bad shape and also touch-up cabinets that don’t need a full cabinet refinish. Some cabinetry and woodwork may just need to be refreshed and renewed. We can also clean your cabinets and give them a new, permanent finish,” says owner Tracy Booth. Old imperfections cannot be seen. This is an ultra-low odor process; it is completely safe for even those with serious breathing problems, animals, and birds to be in the house.”
The Gleam Guard Process
Their process begins by preparing the surfaces with a thorough cleaning to remove dirt and debris and making any reparation of damaged areas. Damaged areas are treated with custom-matched stain blends. Lastly, the cabinets are protected with a coating that will keep cabinetry and woodwork looking fresh for decades. Dust-free and non-toxic, the process works on traditional wood
surfaces, along with those which are painted, glazed and pickled — even raised panel cabinetry doors. The entire mess-free Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing kitchen cabinet process takes only one to two days to complete. Whole house projects, which include kitchen and bath cabinets, baseboards, doors, moldings, paneling, and just about any other vertical wood surface can be done in three to five days.
The Gleam Guard Difference
“We have customers we served over 20 years ago that say their cabinets continue to look great today. Using our Gleam Guard process is probably one of the least expensive kitchen remodeling options,” he said.
Tracy and crew will be in and out, without interruptions or breakaways. Their work area, when finished, will look like no one was there. Gleam Guard’s amazing finish leaves your cabinets and woodwork pristine and easy to clean. Aftercare is as simple as wiping with a damp cloth.
Up to 70% Savings Over Alternatives
Tracy says when people see the difference Gleam Guard has made in friend’s or relative’s homes, they are impressed with the process! Even those considering new cabinets or refacing old cabinets frequently decide on Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing instead. It’s the sensible solution that makes a big difference. Gleam Guard often costs clients 70 percent less when compared to other alternatives.
“I love to show people how they can save money and still have beautiful wood finishes that look like new,” says Tracy. “I would be happy to do an in-home demonstration on an existing cabinet door to give owners a glimpse of what Gleam Guard will look like in their homes.”
Getting an estimate is free and easy. You can call or send Tracy photos of your cabinets and woodwork by text to 918-231-1375, to email them send to info@gleamguard.com.
Tracy Booth, owner of Gleam Guard. VN Value News Magazine & Values, Inc. photo, February 2026.
GLEAM GUARD WOOD REFINISHING
PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS
What Every Tulsa County Property Owner Should Know
If you are a Tulsa County resident, then you may have already received your property assessment notice via the mail in January.
You may be questioning what effect the increased property value notice you received might have on your taxes.
“This is not a bill,” Tulsa County Assessor, John Wright affirms. “When Tulsa County residents receive an annual assessment notification, it is an effort to communicate with them.”
“The responsibility of the county assessor’s office is to put an accurate, fair market value on all property in the county as of the lawful assessment date, which is January 1,” Wright said.
How are Tulsa County property assessments done?
The assessor’s office maintains records of the value of all properties in the county and an assessment is based on the value of the land and any improvements (i.e. buildings) on the property. The assessment process can involve an inspection of the property and an analysis of current market data. The value of the property is one part of the equation used to calculate the amount of property tax that the property owner pays.
What should you do if you disagree with your property assessment?
Property owners can challenge that assessment if they believe it’s inaccurate. Property owners have a 30-day period from the date on their property value assessment notices or until the first Monday in April if they did not receive a notice. “This appeal opportunity is the property owners due process,” Wright said.
There is no charge for property owners to file an informal or formal appeal.
“We encourage that appeal. We welcome the conversation to explain what’s going on in the market and how we arrived at the number,” he said.
There is a limit on the amount a property value can increase in one year. This restriction is known as a tax cap. Even in areas where property values are increasing rapidly, the taxable value will increase only 3% to 5% within the year, depending on the applied exemptions. Homesteaded properties can increase up to 3% and nonhomesteaded properties can increase up to 5%.
What property tax exemptions are available?
The Homestead Exemption, can be filed between Jan. 1 and March 15 annually. Once the exemption is granted, property owners do not need to apply again unless they move. It is available to property owners who use their home as their primary residence with their name on the deed, with the deed also having been filed with the county clerk’s office. The Homestead Exemption subtracts $1,000 off of the assessed valuation. Depending on where you live in the county, this equates to a savings of about $91 to $141 each year.
A Senior Freeze Exemption, can also be filed until March 15 annually. The exemption is designed for seniors 65 and older, who earn less than the HUD Median Income for the area. For the 2026
tax year, that amount is $90,300. “[The exemption] freezes the valuation of the property at the number of when the application is approved,” Assessor Wright said.
How is property tax money spent?
“We don’t set the tax rate. We don’t collect the taxes. We don’t send out the tax bill. Our job is evaluation;’ Wright said. “Our appraisers seek to use their best judgment based on experience and computer-generated data to come up with the most accurate market number,” He then added, “All of the revenue generated by the property tax is invested locally with a lion’s share going to Tulsa County schools.”
The specific eligibility criteria for these exemptions, as well as applications and a tax estimate calculator can be found on the Tulsa County Assessor’s website.
TULSA COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE, 5TH FLOOR 218 W. SIXTH ST | TULSA, OK 74119 | ASSESSOR@TULSACOUNTY.ORG (918) 596-5100 | ASSESSOR.TULSACOUNTY.ORG
Tulsa County Assessor John Wright works within the parameters of the law to bring a fair appraisal to property owners. “It is the expectation upon our office that we adjust the property assessments to keep them in line with the fair market.” Photo courtesy of the Tulsa County Assessor’s Office, February 2026. (918) 828-9600
AN ARRAY OF WREATHS
VALENTINE WREATHS
Romance season is coming soon…Valentine’s wreaths are a thoughtful everlasting gift that can be displayed year after year. Shannon Mayville, owner of An Array of Wreaths, makes these heartfelt creations that serve as a beautiful ongoing reminder of affection. They are perfect for anyone special to you. Her wreaths are available ready-made or custom designed and offers
nationwide shipping and are available locally for pick-up at her homey studio workshop in Claremore, Oklahoma.
Gift A Valentine Wreath
Gifting a Valentine wreath is like eye candy! Shannon’s creations range from rustic to frilly…to whimsical with glitter and bows, and so much more. She welcomes your ideas, versatility needs, color palettes, and size. Think about personalizing several small wreaths for co-workers or an over-the-top large wreath that expresses BIG LOVE! Each wreath is made with your taste and recipient in mind. Gifting a lasting symbol of your thoughtfulness is always welcomed.
Shannon Mayville works with a variety of upscale elements mixed with unique enhancements. Her greatest reward is seeing the
Shannon Mayville will design your original Valentine wreaths using high-quality materials and lots of love!
Photos courtesy of An Array of Wreaths, February 2026.
MADE WITH LOVE
joy her creations bring to others. As a former nurse practitioner, she helped people feel better. “Now I get to do it in a different way, by bringing a piece of lasting beauty to their front doors, offices, and homes,” she said.
Plan Now For A Special Valentine’s Day
An Array of Wreaths home workshop is open by appointment. To schedule your visit, text or call (918) 884-4850. Her email address is info@anarrayofwreaths.com. All major credit cards, Cash App, Venmo, and PayPal are accepted. You can visit her retail website at https://anarrayofwreaths.com. Registered wholesale
companies can search An Array of Wreaths LLC at these wholesale websites: https://faire.com and https://creoate.com.
AN ARRAY OF WREATHS
REAL ESTATE AGENT
EVERYBODY LOVES CHRIS VELEZ
Chris represents integrity, dedication, and confidence as a trusted neighbor, friend, and leader in the community and real estate industry.
BY VALUENEWS.COM
Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions ever. It’s not just about square footage and price points—it’s about finding a place where life unfolds, memories are made, and futures are built. That’s exactly how Chris Velez, a dedicated real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Select in Owasso, sees his role in the industry.
For Chris, being a realtor is about more than just closing deals. “This isn’t just a job for me—it’s about helping people through one of the most significant transitions in their lives,” he shared. With years of experience in the industry and backed by a tenor team at Coldwell Banker Select, Chris has built a reputation for his handson approach. He guides buyers and sellers through the complexities of the real estate market with clarity and care.
Chris Has A Heart For Buyers & Sellers
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer navigating the process or a seller looking for the perfect opportunity, Chris ensures each client feels empowered and informed. “I’m in the process with the client. Honesty, diligence, and communication are key. This isn’t just about buying a house, it’s about finding a home that fits your lifestyle, your needs, and your future plans.”
The real estate market can feel overwhelming, especially for those unsure where to start. Chris offers a few key pieces of advice to first-time home buyers. “Get pre-approved before you even start looking,” he advised. “It helps you understand your budget and the financing details. Then find an agent you trust. As much energy as you expend, you want your agent to match that energy and determination.”
Chris also reminds clients that real estate is deeply personal. “Everything is so unique based on people’s preferences. It can be as individualized as a fingerprint. Be patient. Communicate. And ask questions.”
Chris is a Dependable Guide
Looking to buy your first home, upgrade to a new space, or sell your current property? Chris Velez is ready to guide you every step of the way. With a client-focused approach and a deep understanding of the market, he’s more than just a realtor—he’s a partner in your journey home. “The joy of finding a first home is a really big deal in someone’s life, so being trusted to be a part of that carries weight.”
To connect with Chris and start your real estate journey, reach out today!
COLDWELL BANKER SELECT REAL ESTATE AGENT, CHRIS VELEZ 918.946.6452
Chris Velez, Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate Agent.
CHRIS VELEZ
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ARTS@302 2026 GALLERY SEASON
CELEBRATING
ART, CONNECTION, AND COMMUNITY
In the heart of downtown Broken Arrow, Arts@302, officially known as the Brown-Kimbrough Center for Arts, Innovation and Creativity, continues to grow as a welcoming place for conversation and community. Managed and funded by the nonprofit ARTSOK, the Regional Arts Alliance of Broken Arrow, Arts@302 features a professional 2,000-square-foot gallery filled with natural light and dedicated to showcasing local and regional artists.
Refracted Light: Finding Beauty in Brokenness
The 2026 exhibition season opens with a powerful show: Refracted Light: Finding Beauty in Brokenness, opening Friday, February 13, 2026. This exhibition explores mental health through painting, sculpture, and mixed media. It offers perspectives from local artists and encourages open conversation around healing, resilience, and vulnerability. The opening reception is sponsored by Legacy Counseling Services, with proceeds benefiting both ARTSOK and Domestic Violence Intervention Services (DVIS).
“Exhibits at Arts@302 are about more than beautiful artwork,” Melinda Clonts, President, ARTSOK Board of Directors. “They are opportunities to bring people together, spark conversation, and highlight important issues impacting our community.”
Impactful Season Planned
That sentiment carries through the full 2026 season. Spring shows include the vibrant silk works of The Wonder of It, presented by Silk Painters International, followed by the juried Green Country Watercolor Society’s Annual Member Show. Summer showcases include Wild Dreams, featuring Western and wildlife artwork by Women Artists of the West, and Home Grown, a celebration of artists who live and create right here in Broken Arrow.
The popular 5x5 Show and Sale returns in August, inviting hundreds of artists to contribute small original works sold for $55 each, with all proceeds supporting Arts@302 programs and scholarships. In September, Arts@302 partners with Chalk It Up! and the Broken Arrow Rose Festival for a multigenerational art contest open to everyone from young children to professional artists. Fall continues with Palette Swap, a curated regional exhibition led by artist Sean Tyler, and concludes with Living-Language-Land Inspired, a rich
2026 Exhibition Opening Receptions
Refracted Light: Finding Beauty in Brokenness
Presented by: Arts@302 Friday, February 13, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
The Wonder of It
Presented by: Silk Painters International Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM
GCWS 22nd Annual Juried Member Show
Presented by: Green Country Watercolor Society Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Wild Dreams: Western & Wildlife Art
Presented by: Women Artists of the West Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Presented by: Arts@302 Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Community Art Contest (Title TBD)
Presented by: Chalk It Up! and Broken Arrow Rose Festival Friday, September 11, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Palette Swap
Presented by: Sean Tyler Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Living-Language-Land Inspired
Presented by: Studio Art Quilt Associates Friday, November 13, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
fiber arts exhibition connecting storytelling, language preservation, and contemporary quilt art.
Exhibits are on display for one to two months. An opening reception brings artists, community partners, and neighbors together to celebrate and meet the artists. Art sales help fund classes, camps, scholarships, and new program development at Arts@302. Every exhibit directly supports access to the arts in our community.
ARTS@302
302 S. MAIN ST, BROKEN ARROW | (918) 936-2806 | ARTS302.COM
Muffy Clark Gill, “Bali Selfie”. Photo courtesy of Arts@302.
Joan Hitchcock, “The Gathering”. Photo courtesy of Arts@302.
Bonnie Kurka, “Birds of a Feather Diptych”. Photo courtesy of Arts@302.
& Pasture
5 Star Turf Fescue Ladino Clover
Titan Turf Fescue Kenland Red Clover
Marshall Rye Grass Jerry Seed Oats
Top Soil, Mushroom Compost Cotton Burr Compost, Miracle Gro Potting Soil 2 ft Vermiculite Coarse 4 ft
THE MUSIC MAN MEETS DRUMLINE
BY VALUENEWS.COM
It’s been 17 years since Broken Arrow was introduced to The Spotlight Series, bringing some of the best national talent to your front door! This season’s final two shows are guaranteed to entertain and astound, and as always, is presented by ARTSOK-The Regional Arts Alliance of Broken Arrow.
DRUMLine Live - March 7
It will be an evening you will never forget on March 7, 2026, with the incredibly energetic DRUMLine Live!
DRUMLine Live, the show stopping attraction created by the musical team behind the hit movies, “Drumline” and “Drumline: A New Beat,” embodies the soulful, high-stepping style of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band experience.
With its riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear grabbing energy, DRUMLine Live is a high-octane musical roller coaster ride that is guaranteed to touch every emotion in your body. We’re back with a BRAND NEW show for the entire family and we promise... you will be on your feet by Halftime!!
“DRUMLine Live” has toured all over the world and has already gained substantial worldwide attention. U.S. President, Barack Obama’s daughter, Malia, and her secret service attended the 2012 sold out performance in Bethesda, Maryland. Furthermore, the sensational show has achieved an incredible overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Ticketmaster.com.
THE MUSIC MAN - March 24
The season concludes on March 24, 2026, with the national Broadway tour of MEREDITH WILLSON’S “THE MUSIC MAN.”
There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, even though he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” “’Till There Was You,” “Pick-a-Little” and “Gary, Indiana,” THE MUSIC MAN is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
This new production will be helmed by veteran director Matt Lenz. Joshua Bergasse, Emmy Award winner, Tony Award nominee, and critically acclaimed choreographer, will create all new dances for the citizens of River City.
Meredith Willson’s iconic humor, wordplay, and optimism will shine in this inventive reimagination of a beloved classic. Scenic Design is by Ann Beyersdorfer, Video Design is by Lisa Renkel, and Lighting Design is by Tony Award winner Ken Billington. The production will showcase the Broadway costumes designed by Tony Award winner Santo Loquasto.
TICKETS: BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BOX OFFICE 701 S. MAIN ST., BROKEN ARROW, OK | (918) 259-5778 | BROKENARROWPAC.COM
Graphics courtesy of Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center.
The Church Studio hosts a special concert every Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays and on special occasions with local and regional musicians performing a one-hour set. The Church Studio, 304 S Trenton Ave, Tulsa, www.thechurchstudio.com/tunes-at-noon/ 918-408-1140, nancy@thechurchstudio.com www.thechurchstudio.com/tunes-at-noon/
February 4, 2026, 8:00p.m Tulsa Theater presents: Stardew Valley - Symphony of Seasons Tulsa Theater, 105 W Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, 918-582-7239, info@tulsatheater.com www.tulsatheater.com/event/stardewvalley-symphony-of-seasons/tulsa-theater
February 5 -7, 2026, 7:00a.m. –5:30p.m.
Shepherd Cross Winter Barn Sale Shepherd’s Cross, 16792 East 450 Road Claremore, www.shepherdscross.com/ winter-barn-sale
February 6, 2026 6:00p.m. –9:00p.m.
First Friday Art Crawl Tulsa, 918-527-8170, tulsaartsdistrict@gmail. com, www.thetulsaartsdistrict.org/firstfriday-art-crawl
February 6 – February 7, 2026, 9:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
2 Friends & Junk Craft Show Tulsa Expo Sq, 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, 620-515-3301, allstarteamroping@yahoo. com, www.twofriendsandjunk.com
February 7, 2026, 4:30p.m. –6:00p.m.
Tippi Toes Tulsa Daddy Daughter Dance
Join Tippi Toes Tulsa for a sock hop-themed Daddy-Daughter Dance! You and your dancer will jive and groove as you share an unforgettable night of dancing, themed games, and yummy food.
Tippi Toes Dance, 5976 S. Yale Ave, Tulsa, Tulsa@TippiToesDance.com www.TippiToesDance.com/Tulsa
Dance the night away with one of Tulsa’s most beloved swing bands!
Southminster Community Center, 1123 E. 35th Place, Tulsa, 918-743-4427 www,southminstertulsa.org
February 7, 2026, 5:00p.m. – 6:30p.m. or 7:30 – 9:00p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Nienhuis Park Community Ctr, 3201 N. 9th St, Broken Arrow, www.brokenarrowok.gov
February 7, 2026, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Celebrating Black History
Experience the emotional intensity of Montgomery’s Five Freedom Songs that blends classical music with elements of jazz, blues, and folk, capping off the concert with William Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony and its three movements, each capturing different aspects of African American life and history. Tulsa Performing Arts Ctr, 110 E 2nd St S Tulsa, tulsapac.com, 918-584-3645 jodi@tulsasymphony.org www.tulsasymphony.org/events-tickets
February 7, 2026, 10:00a.m. –12:00p.m.
Pickin’ in the Park: Bluegrass Acoustic Jam
Gathering Place, 2650 S John Williams Wy Tulsa, 918-779-1000, info@gatheringplace. org, www.gatheringplace.org
February 7, 2026, 10:00a.m. –4:00p.m.
Valentine’s Day with Solid Rock
Soap
Solid Rock Soap Co., 300 E Rogers Blvd Skiatook, 918-899-2730, www. solidrocksoapco.com
February 7, 2026, 11:00a.m. –3:00p.m.
Boutique Bite & Buy Valentine’s Market
Claremore Conference Ctr, 1400 W. Country Club Rd, Claremore, www.visitclaremore. com/events/boutique-bite-buy-valentinesmarket
February 7, 2026, 6:00p.m. –9:00p.m.
18th Annual Me & My Guy Dance
Rogers State University, Dr. Carolyn Taylor Ballroom, 1701 W. Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, info@VFYOK.org, www. VFYOK.org
February 7 & 14, 2026, 6:00p.m. –9:00 p.m.
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Broken Arrow 420 West Albany St, Broken Arrow, 866-4960535, tls.info@thedinnerdetective.com eventvesta.com/events/123132/t/tickets
February 7 & 21st, 2026, 10:00a.m.
Sound Bath
This one-hour, deeply immersive, and full-body listening experience uses sound to nurture your mind and body.
Fly Loft, 117 N. Boston Ave, Tulsa, www.guthriegreen.com/events
February 9, 2026, 7:00p.m. –9:00p.m.
Valentine Gnome
Enjoy a no-experience-required painting class—all supplies included! Our trained, local artists will guide you step-by-step through the featured painting.
Pinot’s Palette, 212 S. Main St, Broken Arrow, www.pinotspalette.com/brokenarrow/ event/883879
February 10, 17th & 24th, 2026 every Tuesday, 6:30p.m – 7:30p.m.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Support Group Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl, Tulsa, 405-937-6070, josh@dbsaok.org
February 11 – February 15, 2025, 9:00a.m – 5:00p.m.
I Heart Art Week: Wednesday Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S Rockford Rd Tulsa, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
February 11, 2026, 11:30a.m. -1:30p.m. State of Small Business
This dynamic event offers a valuable chance to network with fellow business owners, hear powerful stories from accomplished speakers, and explore the trends influencing the state’s economic landscape.
4518 E Skelly Dr, Tulsa, 918-533-9650, info@ oksbe.com, www.oksbe.com/oklahomastate-of-small-business
February 12, 2026, 6:00a.m. –7:00p.m.
A Very OK Podcast Live: Oklahoma’s Favorite Son
Join your favorite podcast hosts, Trait Thompson and Dr. Bob Blackburn, at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum for a special live recording of A Very OK Podcast. The topic for this on-the-road episode is Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will Rogers. They will be discussing his life growing up in the Cherokee Nation, as well as his rise to stardom through vaudeville and motion pictures, his family life, and more! The episode will also feature the history of Will’s connection to Route 66—the Will Rogers Highway. Special guests for this episode are Tad Jones, director of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, and Jennifer Rogers, Will’s great-granddaughter. Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, www. visitclaremore.com/events/a-very-okpodcast-live-oklahomas-favorite-son
February 12 – February 15, 2026 Oklahoma Tackle, Hunting & Boat Show
Wolf Creek Expo Ctr, 963 N 16th St Grove, 918-520-3474, general@ montgomeryproductions.com www.montgomeryproductions.com
February 13, 2026, 6:30p.m. –10:30p.m.
Bestie Bash: The Ultimate Galentine’s Day Celebration Gathering Place, 2650 S John Williams Wy Tulsa, 918-779-1000, info@gatheringplace. org, www.gatheringplace.org
February 13 – February 22, 2026, 10:00a.m – 2:00p.m.
Broken Arrow Community Playhouse presents: Almost, Maine 1800 S Main St, Broken Arrow, 918-258-0077 bacptheatre@aol.com, www.bacptheatre. com
February 13, 2026, 8:45p.m.
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
A live string quartet performs an intimate setting illuminated by LED candles for a magical atmosphere.
Broken Arrow Performing Arts Ctr, 701 S. Main S, Broken Arrow, 918-259-5778 www.brokenarrowpac.com
February 13, 2026, 6:00p.m. Hearts, Heels & a Whole Lotta Attitude
Zero boys allowed. Leave them at home and grab your girls — this night is ALL about celebrating YOU! We’ve got some of our favorite vendors rolling in, the vibes will be high, and the sass will be unmatched. The Pink Cactus, 106 N. Broadway, Coweta, 918-231-6354, www.faceboook.com/ thepinkcactus.shop
February 14, 2026, 6:00p.m. –10:00p.m.
Vista Valentine’s: Dinner at the Boathouse
Vista at the Boathouse, Gathering Place 2650 S John Williams Way, Tulsa, 918-7791000, info@gatheringplace.org www.gatheringplace.org
February 14, 2026, 6:00p.m. –10:00p.m.
Glimmer Galaxy Gala: FatherDaughter Dance
This special event is perfect for dads and their daughters to share a fun and memorable experience together. Dress up, dance, and make the night truly unforgettable! Tulsa Air and Space Museum, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave, Tulsa, 918-834-9900, www. tulsamuseum.org
February 14, 2026, 11:00a.m. –2:00p.m.
I Love You MoH Valentine’s Party Claremore Museum of History, 121 N Weenonah Ave, Claremore, www. claremoremoh.org
February 14, 2026
Sweetheart Run
Fleet Feet Tulsa Blue Dome, 418A E. 2nd St, Tulsa, www.running.life/en/event/ sweetheart-run-tulsa
February 14, 2026, 11:00a.m. –12:00p.m.
Valentine Storytime & Craft
Skiatook Library, 316 E Rogers Blvd Skiatook, 918-549-7323, www.tulsalibrary.org
February 14, 2026, 6:00p.m. –10:00p.m.
Valentine’s Dinner & Dance
Celebrate love with an Italian-style evening you won’t forget! Dinner, dancing, and romance. Spaghetti, salad, bread & dessert included; grab your sweetheart and join us for a night of food, music, and love!
Galentine-Price American Legion Post 131 723 W Rogers Blvd, Skiatook, www.okalp131.org
February 14, 2026, 8:00a.m. –4:00p.m.
“Turning Hearts”: Join us for our annual Tulsa Family History Conference.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Stake Ctr, 12110 E 7th St, Tulsa, www.familyhistorytulsa.org
February 14, 2026, 5:00p.m.
Valentines Murder Mystery Dinner
Love Lies and Larceny: A Hallmark-Style Valentines gone Wrong!
Dancing Skeleton Meadrey, 609b S. Main St, Sapulpa, www.facebook.com/ Valentinesmurdermysterydinner
February 14, 2026, 9:00a.m.
Collective Men’s Breakfast
Join us for our 1st Quarter Collective Men’s Breakfast.
Cross Bar Arena, 5270 W. 171st St S, Keifer
February 18, 2026, 11:30a.m. –1:00p.m.
Elevate Women
Elevate Women is designed to inform, inspire, and connect women in the Bixby Metro business community. This luncheon will promote networking and education for professional women and women entrepreneurs while highlighting female leaders in our community.
The Breckenridge Venue, 114 E Breckenridge Ave, Bixby, www.bixbychamber.com
February 19, 2026, 5:00p.m. –7:00p.m.
Sunset Social Hour
Gathering Place and Experience Tulsa present Sunset Social Hour, a free monthly event series designed for young adults in Tulsa build connection and community.
Gathering Place, 2650 S John Williams Way Tulsa, 918-779-1000, info@gatheringplace. org, www.gatheringplace.org
Tulsa Expo Sq, 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, 918-6192875, vintagetulsa@gmail.com
February 20 – February 21, 2026
Home, Garden & Travel Show
Wolf Creek Expo Ctr, 963 N 16th St, Grove, 918-786-9079, grovecc@sbcglobal.net
February 21, 2026, 7:00p.m.
Come Dance Your Heart Out with The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate
Join The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate for a night of swing dancing. Southminster Community Ctr, 1123 E. 35th Place, Tulsa, 918-743-4427, www. southminstertulsa.org
February 21, 2026, 7:30p.m. - 9 p.m.
Daughtrey’s Edge of the World for Percussion Ensemble
101 E Archer St, Tulsa, 918-584-3645, jodi@ tulsasymphony.org, www.tulsasymphony. org/events-tickets
February 21, 2026, 9:00a.m. Ancient Trail Trek
Complete a 5K, 10K or 15K run among 500-year-old cedar trees, 300-year-old post oaks and beautiful scenery in this fun yet challenging Saturday event.
Keystone Ancient Forest 160 Ancient Forest Dr, Sand Springs, 918246-2504, ssparks@sandspringsok.org
February 21, 2026, 6:00p.m. –9:00p.m.
Boots & Bling: Daddy Daughter Dance 2026
Bixby Optimist Club and the Miss Bixby Scholarship Program are SO EXCITED to partner together again for 2026 to bring you “Boots and Bling: Daddy Daughter Dance”. We welcome any father figure and daughters of all ages! 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Miss Bixby Scholarship Pageant. 181 Ranch, 3913 E 181st St South, Bixby, 918691-6336, www.181ranch.com
February 21 – February 22, 2026 Tulsa Women’s Expo
Central Park Hall, 1701 S Sandusky Ave Tulsa, 203-216-4632, bdonnell@ womenslivingexpo.com, www. womenslivingexpo.com/tulsa-womens-expo
February 21, 2026, 6:00p.m. –8:00p.m.
Oologah Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet
Oologah Community Ctr, 215 South Maple St, Oologah, www.oologahareachamber.com
February 22, 2026, 2:00p.m. – 3:30 Killing the Negative: A Conversation in Art & Verse
Join visual artist Joel Daniel Phillips and poet Quraysh Ali Lansana in an afternoon of ekphrastic poetry celebrating the collaborative project Killing the Negative. During the afternoon’s program, the poets will perform their powerful works, giving voice to subjects of Depression-era photographs Assisted listening devices are also available at the Admissions Desk. ASL interpretation is available upon request with two weeks’ notice at 918-748-5300 or guestexperience@philbrook.org. Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S Rockford Rd Tulsa, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
February 24, 2026, 6:30p.m. –8:30p.m.
African-American Heritage Bowl
Grab a group of friends and test your trivia knowledge during the African-American Heritage Bowl hosted at Tulsa’s Rudisill Regional Library. Teams can register under middle school, high school, or community bowl categories to compete in each year’s themed trivia competition. Once registered, teams will receive a study guide to prepare for questions about African American history. First, second and third-place winners will receive trophies, while the top middle and high school teams will receive additional prizes.
This show brings together a wide variety of consignors so you can find the best deals on clothing, toys and supplies for kids, home decorations and much more.
Films at the Museum: Dreamland Tulsa presents A Journey Through Art, Music, and Cinema
Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S Rockford Rd Tulsa, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
February 27, 2026, 6:30p.m. –9:00p.m.
Movie Night at the Museum “Cars” Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, www.willrogers.com
February 28, 2026, 6:00p.m. –8:00p.m.
Main Street Masquerade Ball
Join us at this year’s Main Street Masquerade Ball for an evening you won’t soon forget. We will start the night off with a signature Mardi Gras cocktail at 320 on Main along with appetizers prior to our Fat Tuesday promenade complete with a New Orleans jazz band down to the historic ball room at Will Rogers Hotel. Once there, your ticket will provide you with another drink and New Orleans styled dinner and drink from Gibby C’s restaurant as we enjoy the jazz music and dance to your heart’s content.
Three Twenty On Main, 320 W Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore, www.downtownclaremore.org
MARCH 2026
March 7, 2026, 7:30p.m.
Signature Symphony presents: Route 66 to Hollywood 10300 East 81St St, Tulsa, 918-595-7777 signature@tulsacc.edu, www. signaturesymphony.org/events
March 7, 2026 , 7:30p.m. - 10 p.m.
DRUMLINE LIVE
DRUMLine Live, the show stopping attraction created by the musical team behind the hit movies, “Drumline” and “Drumline: A New Beat,” embodies the soulful, high-stepping style of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band experience. With its riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear grabbing energy, DRUMLine Live is a high-octane musical roller coaster ride that is guaranteed to touch every emotion in your body. Incorporating original compositions and soul-infused interpretations of top 40 hits, group performances range from colorful, choreographed routines to heavy doses of drum riffs and cadences. This brand-new show is an experience for the entire family and we promise... you will be on your feet by Halftime!
Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center 701 S. Main St, Broken Arrow, www. brokenarrowpac.com/spotlight, 918-2595778, www.brokenarrowpac.com/spotlight
March 7, 2026, 7:00p.m.
Splash!
Come make a splash at the Oklahoma Aquarium’s largest annual party. Splash! is a unique event that brings together craft beers from area breweries, food by top local chefs and live entertainment.
Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 S Aquarium Dr Jenks, 918-296-3474, events@okaquarium. org, www.splashokaq.com
March 7 -8, 2026
NatureWorks Art Show
Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills, 1902 E 71st St Tulsa, 918-288-0549, artshow@natureworks. org, www.natureworks.org/art-show
March 7 – March 8, 2026
Tulsa Spirit Fair
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Ctr, 200 W Albany St, Broken Arrow, 405-434-5301 SpiritCyndy@gmail.com, www.spiritfair.com
March 13-March 15, 2026
Tulsa Irish Fest
Tulsa IrishFest began as the family-friendly way to celebrate Irish culture around St. Patrick’s Day with authentic music, culture, art, food and so much more.
Cabin Boys Brewery, 1717 E 7th St, Tulsa, www.tulsairishfest.org
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, www.willrogers.com
March 24, 2026, 7:30p.m. - 10 p.m.
MEREDITH WILLSON’S “THE MUSIC MAN”
There’s trouble in River City when a fasttalking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” “’Till There Was You,” “Pick-a-Little” and “Gary, Indiana,” THE MUSIC MAN is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
Broken Arrow Performing Arts Ctr, 701 S. Main Street, Broken Arrow, 918-259-5778, www.brokenarrowpac.com/spotlight
NApril 11, 2026, 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Kick off to the Route 66 Centennial in Claremore!
In 1928, a Cherokee farm boy ran the entirety of U.S. Route 66 – Los Angeles to Chicago – and onward to New York City. The halfway point for that era’s biggest sporting event was Claremore, Oklahoma. Most of the field of world class runners included participants from over 24 countries could not endure the 84 grueling days of the 3,423 mile Trans-Continental Footrace. The Mother Road crossed through the Mojave Desert and wound along vast plains, offering blistering heat, sleet, and snow. Only 55 runners would cross the finish line to Madison Square Garden. Andy Payne won the race 16 hours ahead of them all.
Claremore High School, 201 E. Stuart Roosa Claremore, www.claremoremoh.org/ andypayneroute66
ow is the time to be your own author, and two annual writing contests from Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) give current and aspiring writers the opportunity to share their stories.
Young People’s Creative Writing Contest
From Feb. 1-28, students ages 10-18 can participate in the Young People’s Creative Writing Contest (YPCWC) by submitting their writing online, by mail or to any TCCL branch. The contest is free to enter for those who live or attend school in Tulsa County, or have a nonresident library card. Entry forms with rules and regulations for the YPCWC are available at all TCCL locations and online at www. tulsalibrary.org/YPCWC.
Contest categories include poetry, short story, informal essay, short script and comix. There are three age divisions in each category: 10-12, 13-15 and 16-18. First-, second- and third-place winners are chosen for each age group in each category. Cash prizes include $100 for first place, $50 for second place and $25 for third place.
All entrants will be invited to the awards presentation at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 1 at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Featured speaker Ruta Sepetys, winner of the Tulsa Library Trust’s 2026 Anne V. Zarrow Award for Young Readers’ Literature, will help present awards to the contest winners. Learn more about the award and public event at www.tulsalibrary.org/zarrowaward.
Teens and tweens can practice their writing skills at these free events:
• “Young Writers Collective” on Wednesdays, Feb. 11 and Feb. 25 from 4-4:45 p.m. at Collinsville Library, 1223 W. Main.
• “Creative Writing Workshop With Helen Dunlap Newton” on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Hardesty Regional Library.
Adult Creative Writing Contest
Local adult wordsmiths are invited to enter the annual Adult Creative Writing Contest (ACWC) from Feb. 1-March 31. This annual event, sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries, is open to anyone 18 years or older who lives, works, attends school in Tulsa County or has a nonresident library card. Contest categories are children’s fiction, informal essay, poetry, short story and young adult fiction.
A $150 cash prize and a certificate are awarded to the best work in each category. Second-place winners receive a $100 cash prize and a certificate. Certificates and $25 are awarded to those receiving honorable mention. Entry fees are $10 for one entry, $18 for two entries, $24 for three entries, $30 for four entries and $35 for five entries. Entries for the ACWC should be delivered to any TCCL branch or mailed flat to Friends of Tulsa City-County Libraries, 400 Civic Center, Tulsa, Okla., 74103. Forms with rules and submission guidelines are available at all TCCL locations and online at www. tulsalibrary.org/adult-creative-writing-contest.
