August 2005 NEWSLETTER
August Events:
- Aug 12 - 13, 2005 - IPRA Rodeo
- Aug 12 - 13, 2005 - Western Heritage Days
- Aug 13 & 14 Military Vehicle and World War II Aircraft Rally
See Event Calendar below for more detail
on all events.
NEW BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENT
- New name
- New owner
- Same location
- Same cook (new owner is the cook!)
- Same good food and excellent service
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Bristow's Hidden Treasures
Bristow
has many hidden treasures in its midst. It's Route 66 Main Street is
lined with historical buildings in a variety of shapes and sizes with
each having its own story. Stop into any business and owners are happy
to share the rich background story of their buildings.
Turning left on 9th Street and going a few blocks, you'll find the old Chrysler Plymouth sign.
Right below the Chrysler sign, is the old Chrysler Dealership, now used by Krumme Oil. It's beautiful light brick facade is complimented with bright blue art deco tiles.
Great Deal Varieties, on the corner of 9th and Route 66 Main Street, is a former gas station also with a beautiful art deco style facade. A great place to find that special something at a bargain price. Also has Route 66 items.
A more traditional style gas station is found on 6th Street. It's current use by the owners are weekend garage sales.
This beautiful deer mural adorns the side of the Shooter's Shop located at the corner of Route 66 Main and 5th.
Just
off Route 66 Main Street on 9th is the old Bristow Junior High building.
Once slated to be torn down to make way for a new school, the site for
Collins elementary was changed to a location nearer the current High
School. This building now houses batting cages for indoor practice and
is used for storage.
This
painted advertisement on the side of the building on the corner of Route
66 Main Street and 8th is just one of many such signs in the town.
The Holy Family Mural is on the back of St. Joseph's Church at 308 N. Elm Street, one block off Route 66 Main Street west on 8th.
Event Calendar
2005 - August
Aug 12 - 13, 2005 - IPRA Rodeo
Days/Hours Open: 8pm
Event Contact: Al Hutchins
Contact Information:
Location: Rodeo Arena at All Sports Complex - Bristow, OK
Phone: 918-324-5190
Aug 12 - 13, 2005 - Western Heritage Days
- parade down town at 10am
- children's games, turtle races, stick horse races
- best dressed Cowkid or Indian
- Stomp Dance Contest with Cash Prizes
- Trophies for Best Riding Club, Wagons, Floats, Business with Best Western Attire (click here for Parade Registration Form)
- Best Decorated Business Window Contest with FREE advertising in Bristow News to 1st, 2nd & 3rdPlace
Each Night: Rodeo at 8pm
Friday Night: Celebrity Stick Horse Race 7pm at Rodeo
Saturday:
Contact Information:
Location: Downtown - Bristow, OK
Phone: 918-367-6833 or 918-367-2282
Aug 13 - 14, 2005 - FREE Military Show and Swap Meet - Largest Event of it's kind!
- Vehicles, Parts, Accessories, Militaria and more!
- Vintage Military Aircraft (100 anticipated)
- Military Vehicles
- Reenactors
- Tulsa Glue Dobbers remote control aircraft demos (www.TulsaGlueDobbers.com)
- No live weapons or ammo
Tulsa Military Vehicle Group presents 2nd Annual Rally & Swap Meet
The event will include military vehicle static displays, maneuvers and a War World II military aircraft fly-in with parachutists and static displays. A Civil Air Patrol contingent and the Confederate Air Force will participate. There will be a demonstration by the Gluedobbers Association of remotely piloted aircraft. The event is scheduled to promote Jones Memorial Airport in Bristow and develop interest in a Civil Air Patrol (CAP) organization. An objective is to draw attention to the airport as a home base for a chapter of the National Association of Military Vehicles and World War II Aircraft (Warbirds).
Featuring:
General Info: Free Admission, Concessions Available
Hours: Sat. Aug 13 - 9am-5pm / Sun. Aug 14 - 10am-3pm
Location: Bristow Jones Memorial Airport, Southwest of Bristow (map)
Contact: June Hurst, Bristow Chamber Director
Phone: 918-367-5151
Flyer: http://www.okieweb.com/tmvgswapmeet/
Nearby:
Aug 6, 2005 - Depew Downtown Cleanup
Helping hands volunteers from the community and supportive organizations will gather at 9 a.m. to clean up the Historical Downtown Route 66 Main Street and Buildings removing debris, trimming grass, weeds, painting, boarding up broken windows and general improvement of the downtown appearance.
For more information contact:
Linda Spangler of Spangler's Grocery
918-324-5472Diona Marker, Acting Mayor
918-324-5695Emily Priddy, Eastern Vice President
Oklahoma Route 66 Association
918-445-7495
Sep 3, 2005 - Car, Truck and Bike Show
Entertainment, blues band, crafts, vendors and food also planned.
General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible
Days/Hours Open: 9am-4pm
Event Contact: Phil or Sherry Elias
Contact Information:
Location: Main Street - Bristow, OK 74010
Phone: 918-367-0111
email: bristowcc@sbcglobal.net
website: http://www.bristowok.org
Sep 17, 2005 - Nuyaka Creek Harvest Fest
- Education by Demonstration featuring:
- Writing Contest
- Art Contest
- Meet Oklahoma Author Gloria Harchar
- Murder Mystery
Festivities include wine tastings, vineyard tours, music, crafts, food, and a one mile health walk. Enjoy our country setting where wildlife viewing opportunities abound.
General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible
Days/Hours Open: Noon-7pm
Event Contact: Dianne Jones
Contact Information:
Location: Nuyaka Creek Winery - Bristow, OK 74010
Phone: 918-756-7568
email: nuyaka@earthlink.net
website: http://www.nuyakacreek.comNearby:
Sep 30 - School Day at Stroud King Arthur Faire
For details on these activities see: http://www.angelfire.com/realm3/thevillageofcarlisle/
All in the midst of this outdoor themed faire reenacting the historical and legendary reign of King Arthur. Costumed characters, live jousting, human combat chess match, artisans and crafters, music, dancing, kids activities and games.
Admission: $7 adults, $5 children 6-12, free for children 5 and under.
General Info: Handicap Accessible
Tour Group Services: Group Rates, Tour Bus Parking
Event Hours: 10:30am-6pm
Projected Attendance: 4,000
Event Contact: David Timmons
Phone: 918-968-0459
E-mail: wnp@brightok.net
Website: www.kingarthurfaire.com
Oct 31, 2005 - Halloween on Main Street
Downtown businesses hand out candy to the youngsters during this holiday event.
General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible
Days/Hours Open: 5:30-6:30pm
Event Contact: Kala Varner
Contact Information:
Location: Main Street - Bristow, OK
Phone: 918-367-5344
Fax: 918-367-5151Nearby:
Oct 1 & 2, 2005 - King Arthur Fair
Outdoor themed faire reenacting the historical and legendary reign of King Arthur. Costumed characters, live jousting, human combat chess match, artisans and crafters, music, dancing, kids activities and games.
Admission: $7 adults, $5 children 6-12, free for children 5 and under.
General Info: Handicap Accessible
Tour Group Services: Group Rates, Tour Bus Parking
Event Hours: 10:30am-6pm
Projected Attendance: 4,000
Event Contact: David Timmons
Phone: 918-968-0459
E-mail:
Website: www.kingarthurfaire.com
Dec 1 - 31, 2005 - Festival of Lights
Christmas displays during the holiday season.
General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible
Tour Group Services: Tour Bus Parking
Days/Hours Open: Dusk-10pm
Contact Information:
Location: Main Street & City Park - Bristow, OK
Phone: 918-367-5151
email: bristowcc@sbcglobal.net
website: http://www.bristowok.org
Dec 1, 2005 - Christmas Parade
Parade begins at 7pm in Wal-Mart parking lot (at Hwy 16 & 66), and continues down to 4th St. Following the parade, Santa will be at the Depot to visit with the children and hand out candy.
General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible
Days/Hours Open: 7pm
Event Contact: June Hurst
Contact Information:
Location: Citywide - Bristow, OK 74010
Phone: 918-367-5151
Fax: 918-367-5151
email: bristowcc@sbcglobal.net
website: http://www.bristowok.org
