Colorful and delicate glass sculptures adorn the walls and shelves at the Tulsa Glassblowing School. A two-hour glass-blowing class offers an opportunity to create something unique and special. Or watch the creative process as the glassblowers work. Instructors teach how to use basic tools to create and kiln-fire simple forms, such as ornaments and paperweights. You will carry home your beautiful, created memento from your glassblowing session. Lunch on the river and later explore some famous glass-blowing artist creations like Dale Chihuly. Date & Price Thursday, May 4, 2023 (DATE CHANGED FROM APRIL 20) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $200 per person Destination Two-hour glass-blowing class includes materials for your own handmade glass-blown project See displays from famous glass blower artist, Dale Chihuly Lunch on the river Details Transportation driver and hostess All Museum entries, gratuity, and lunch Max people 6-13 max Registration How To Sign Up Signups for trips will be made through Go Global (either online or by phone). For participants’ safety, travel registrations and trip liability waivers must be completed and returned to Go Global prior to boarding the bus. If trips exceed the number of seats available, additional trips will be arranged to accommodate guests.

Elder Care Announces Annual Fundraising Event On May 13, 2023, Elder Care will celebrate its 25th The Good, The Bad, & The BBQ  fundraiser to benefit programs and services at Elder Care. Location: Hughes Ranch, just minutes from downtown Bartlesville on Highway 123. The outdoor fundraiser will be held under a large party tent and includes a BBQ dinner, music and dancing, and live and silent auctions. A cash bar will be available. The live and silent auctions feature travel packages, unique jewelry pieces, private parties, tickets to sporting events, one-of-a-kind artwork, and many more items. Tickets go on sale March 1 and may be purchased online at AboutElderCare.org/BBQ or by calling Elder Care at (918) 336-8500. Individual event tickets are $100 each or $1,000 for a reserved table of 8. Guests must pre-register by May 1, 2023. The Good, The Bad, & The BBQ benefits Elder Care programs and raises awareness of services affecting aging adults who desire to remain healthy and independent as they age. Event funds raised will directly impact program costs for seniors and their support systems. Elder Care is the area’s leading non-profit provider of services for seniors and their caregivers. Services include care management, in-home care, an adult day health activity center, caregiver support, a specialized health clinic, and outpatient therapy. Elder Care primarily serves adults over 60 living in Washington, Nowata, and Osage counties. Some services are available for adults of any age. For more information about Elder Care, visit AboutElderCare.org, or call (918) 336-8500. Elder Care is a United Way partner agency. To learn more, visit AboutElderCare.org/BBQ.

Jacob Guinan of the Alzheimer’s Association will present information to help individuals and families recognize symptoms at any age, especially at 55-65 years of age; and guide them toward proper resources. When someone under 65 is diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, the first reaction is often shock or denial. In this seminar, you’ll hear from those directly affected to learn how to plan and what you can do to ease the impact throughout the course of the disease. No cost to attend. Open to adults of any age. RSVP by May 9 to Elder Care.

Being a caregiver can be physically and emotionally draining. Elder Care offers a monthly support group for caregivers that provides practical information in a nurturing environment and offers participants a safe place to share their stories and vent their frustrations. The health and well-being of the caregiver is important too. They often become physically ill due to the stresses of caring. If the caregiver is stressed or unhealthy, it has a negative impact on the loved one for whom the care is being provided. Our next four-week Caregiver Support Group session begins on April 4 and meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am. For more information, please call Sheila at 918-336-8500.  

At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. Jacob Guinan, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association, will present tips from the Alzheimer’s Association's latest research program. This seminar covers four significant lifestyle areas that impact habits associated with healthy aging. No cost to attend. Open to adults of any age. RSVP by 5/31 to Elder Care.

The second Thursday of each month is dedicated to learning more about Elder Care’s many programs. This session of POWER HOUR will feature Christina Bishop, Director of Operations and DayBreak Director. You'll learn about Elder Care's premiere Adult Day Health & Activity Center. Bring your own lunch. No cost to attend. RSVP by calling (918) 336-8500.

The June 29 panel includes Dr. Sarah Land, founder of Central States Research in Tulsa.  Mr. John C. Holden, former Elder Care board member, practices elder law in Bartlesville. He counsels families on retaining assets and the cost of care for those diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia. Christina Bishop has been with Elder Care for 17 years with a behavioral science and psychology background and currently leads DayBreak Adult Day Health & Activity Center at Elder Care. Additional panelists will be announced as they are confirmed. RSVP to Elder Care at (918) 336-8500 and email questions for the panel to Angie Thompson, Elder Care Director of Development, at AThompson@AboutElderCare.org.

Being a caregiver can be physically and emotionally draining. Elder Care offers a monthly support group for caregivers that provides practical information in a nurturing environment and offers participants a safe place to share their stories and vent their frustrations. The health and well-being of the caregiver is important too. They often become physically ill due to the stresses of caring. If the caregiver is stressed or unhealthy, it has a negative impact on the loved one for whom the care is being provided. Our next four-week Caregiver Support Group session begins on April 4 and meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am. For more information, please call Sheila at 918-336-8500.  

Linda and Wayne Vineyard help families transition items that have accumulated in their homes for decades. How do you let go? What steps do you take to disperse your well-loved treasures? In this educational seminar you will receive information on making choices that benefit you and your family. Linda and Wayne Vineyard are owners of Minuteman Company, founded in 1984. They are a full-time professional auction and estate sale service that also specializes in professional appraisal. No cost to attend. Open to all adults in the community. RSVP by 7/25 to Elder Care. 918-336-8500.

The second Thursday of each month is dedicated to learning more about Elder Care’s many programs. This POWER HOUR session will feature Desery Drake, LPN, Practice Manager for the CHC-OK Health Clinic at Elder Care. You will learn more about the features, benefits and expansions made possible through the CHC-OK partnership with our W.R. Bohon Health Clinic. Meet Dr. Jarrell and Rhonda Line, PA. Beverages will be provided. Thursday, August 10 No cost to attend. RSVP by calling (918) 336-8500 1223 Swan Drive, Bartlesville

Elder Care will host a book signing for local author Bob Fraser to promote his new book, Frankly Speaking, which focuses on  behind-the-scenes tales about legendary local oil icon Frank Phillips and historic Woolaroc.  In addition to the book signing, Fraser will entertain guests by recounting a few "tales" from his book and a few tales not mentioned in the book. Light refreshments will be served, including Frank Phillips' favorite summertime drink. Guests may purchase Fraser's book for $10, with a portion to be donated to Elder Care. The event is set for Tuesday, August 15, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive, Bartlesville. For planning purposes, guests are asked to RSVP in advance to Elder Care at (918) 336-8500.