Bixby Real Estate is Just Fine, Thank You!

Since conventional wisdom says that real estate doesn't sell in the winter, it might be a good time to review the market to show how much really sells in the winter. You can't get any slower than Christmas, right? So five days after Christmas a quick scan of the pending home sales in Bixby, OK show 41 residential homes under contract and the listed price range is $75,000-$1,349,000. In case you are wondering, that's a lot of contracts for a town the size of Bixby and this is just the pending sales.

This is the best indication that it really is good to be in the Tulsa area where home sales aren't following the national trend. More information about home sales and home sale statistics in Bixby, Oklahoma.

Debris Removal Update

Curbside timber and tree debris pick up by Tulsa County crews will begin for Bixby residents, Bixby Public Works Utility customers, and residents within the Bixby Fenceline per agreement with Tulsa County on January 3, 2008, and has been extended through February 9th.
For those Bixby residents wishing to dispose of their own debris a Tree Debris Site Card will be available at City Hall. You will need to show proof of residence, i.e., Bixby utility bill, drivers license. Cards are free and each card will allow four punches per card for access to the site. Each punch will represent on trip/load. The card must be presented to the attendant at the gate to enter. Name, address, phone number will be required on the back. Additional cards may be made available by the City of Bixby on a case by case basis.
Tulsa County will be picking up tree debris curbside in gated communities in Bixby. We will need to coordinate the necessary arrangements to keep gates open prior to pick up. I will post additional information as it develops.
Contractors with Tree Debris Site Access Cards issued to and signed by the Bixby resident issued the card will be allowed to use the site.
ACCESS WILL BE DENIED TO ANYTHING ADDED TO LOAD OTHER THAN TIMBER AND TREE DEBRIS!

Tree Debris Removal

Dear Neighborhood Leaders,

 I must compliment the exemplary manner in which the homeowner associations of Bixby have confronted and handled the recent weather crisis. While there is still much work to be done, I feel that with the continued coordinated efforts of each association's board of directors and residents we will be successful. 

 Last Saturday the Bixby City Council approved the Interlocal Agreement with Tulsa County for the curb-side removal of tree debris. As there are several potential sites under consideration, the Bixby City Council will reconvene this Thursday, December 27th, at 9:00 am, to approve the site.

 Beginning today, if you so choose, you may begin stacking tree limbs and debris at your curbside location for pick-up by Tulsa County. This will begin after January 2nd, 2008. Please be aware that initial pick-up may take 45 to 60 days or longer and is reserved for residents of Bixby, Bixby Public Works Utility customers, and per the agreement with Tulsa County, citizens within the Bixby Fence Line.

 Should you choose to remove debris yourself you will need a voucher to gain entrance to the proposed site. These vouchers should be printed and available for pick-up at City Hall by Bixby residents, Bixby Public Works Utility customers, and citizens within the Bixby Fence Line, after January 2nd, 2008.

 Please remember that no tires, hazardous materials, liquids, or appliances will be allowed to be dumped at the site. Anything other than tree limbs or tree debris will be turned away.

 I will be sending out additional information regarding the vouchers, etc., after the Thursday, December 27th City Council meeting confirming the site location.

 Best regards,

Vic Bell

Neighborhood Association Coordinator

City of Bixby

Ice Storm Relief Fund created by Tulsa Area United Way & Tulsa Community Foundation-

George Kaiser Foundation has generously given $200,000 to launch this fund, but due to the extensive damage, this amount will only touch the needs all over Oklahoma. If your company would like to participate in giving to this fund, donations can be sent to the Ice Storm Relief Fund at TCF 9 7030 S. Yale, Suite 600 74136 ) BOK is accepting donations at all of their branches. 100% of the donations received will flow through to the agencies. Any questions can be directed to Phil Lakin, Jr. with the Tulsa Community Foundation at 918.494.8823

Bixby Community Outreach Auxiliary BBQ & Dance –

Jan. 12^th from 5-9 pm – Bixby Community Center

Featuring live entertainment from Country Fusion ( IF 50+ family tickets are purchased ) Door Prizes & a silent auction will be held.

Ticket prices: Family of 4 $30 . Individual $ 15. Child 12 & under $ 5.

Five Bixby High School Students to Sing at TPAC –

Saturday, Jan. 19^th 1:15 pm

Natalie Potvin, Ellyn Glasscock, Dalayna Dillon, Alexandra Ochsner and Hilary Tomilinson were chosen as members of the 2008 OMEA All-State Mixed Honor Chorus. The concert will be at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center and the public is invited to attend the concert.

BTC Selected for Regal Plaza telecommunications

Congratulations on being selected to provide this powerful service to all convention attendees of the Spirit Bank Event Center! The products offered include telephone systems, local and long distance telephone services, broadband High Speed Internet via fiber optic cable to the premises, wireless connectivity & wireless hot spots throughout the entire complex.

Citizens Security Bank Announces Promotions

Congratulations to several are in order at CSB. Ron Phillips, Ken Gray, Pam Phillips, Brent Colgan, Brad Stieben, Mike Addison, Stacy Melton, Kathy Welch and Karen Teschner. We appreciate all of your hard work and dedication to not only CSB, but to our beautiful town of Bixby!

FREE LANDFILL DAYS

Bixby residents or Bixby utility customers
						
					

ONLY 
					

FOR THE REMAINING MONTH OF DECEMBER, 2007 

Quarry Landfill: 4041 N. 141 E. Ave.(1.5 miles east of US 169)
						
					

COUPON MUST BE PRESENTED TO ENTER LANDFILL 
					

No Tires, hazardous materials, liquids or appliances without Freon certification.
						
					

For more information call Quarry Landfill at 439-7835
						
					

Pick coupon up at CITY HALL – SATURDAYS 9-1, MON – FRIDAY 8-4 

Stuff a Bus

The Bixby Middle School Gifted & Talented Organization is sponsoring
“STUFF A BUS”
The award winning middle school choir will be singing from 10:00-11:00!
Show your HOLIDAY SPIRIT !! Help Stuff this bus with toys and gifts for our Bixby friends and neighbors!!!
The Bixby School Bus will be parked in the Wal-Mart parking lot at 109th & Memorial on Saturday, December 1st, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Optimist Club & the Rotary Club of Bixby are also collecting unwrapped toys for the Bixby Community Outreach Center Children! Help put a smile on the faces of these children Christmas morning!
Donations can also be dropped off at Grand Bank, the Bixby Chamber of Commerce or the Rotary Club or Optimist Club meeting through December 14th.
Any questions can be directed to bcoyle@bixbyps.org or TOuthier@grandbankok.com
Check out the Bixby Community Outreach Center's website for additional drop off locations!!
www.bixbyoc.org

M&I Bank is now Arvest

Congratulations to Arvest Bank in the purchase of Three Tulsa Banks from the M&I Corporation. The M&I location at 111th & Memorial is now officially Arvest. Pamela Ballard will remain as the branch manager. Arvest can be reached at 369.7509 for further information

Thanksgiving Day Dinner

Bixby Community Outreach Center - Thanksgiving Day Dinner

A Thanksgiving Day Meal is being served by a group of Bixby community members to the first 100 people to arrive. The cost is $1.00 per adults and children under the age of 18 are free.
Monetary donations are still being accepted with proceeds to benefit the Bixby Community Outreach Center. For more information on how you can become a part of this heart warming experience, contact Kelley Maricle at the BCOC office. 366.9226

Heirlooms Production

South Tulsa Baptist Church - Christmas Dinner Theater - www.stbc.net
The production of Heirlooms. Visit the site for more details.

“Networking with Jazz”

(A Holiday Social Event for All Tulsa Area Businesses & Networking Groups)

December 13th from 6-8pm
The Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame (5 South Boston)
Featuring: The Tulsa All-Star Jazz Ensemble
Catered By: TW’s AFAB Catering
Attire: Cocktail

$20 per person in advance, $30 at the door

Admission Includes:

· Jazz Concert
· Hors D’Oeuvres
· 2 Drink Coupons


RSVPs and prepayment due by Dec.1st
(Tickets will be mailed upon receipt of payment.)
Please send payment to:
Sarah Goss
PO Box 50565
Tulsa, OK 74150

Galaxy of Stars at NSU

Galaxy of Stars at NSU – Center for the Performing Arts – November 8, 2007 – 7:30 PM
Don’t Miss the opportunity to be part of a live studio audience during a 1933 radio serial entitled “The INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS.” This performance will bring back the long ago world of radio drama with marvelous sound live effects, music and an incredible cast of characters! For tickets and information please call 918.458.2075

Town Hall Debate Series

Town Hall Debate Series – Northeast TCC Campus – November 5, 2007 – 12:00 PM
The Tulsa Community College(TCC) Speech and Forensics Department, Magic Series, Office of Global Education and Student Activities will host the second Town Hall Debate in the “Think Globally, Act Locally” series focusing on the 2008 Presidential Election both abroad and in Tulsa. The TCC Forensics Team will debate both Republican and Democratic issues, followed by a commentary from a leading expert in the field and ending with a question and answer session. Lasting one hour with refreshments being served. The public is invited to attend.
The Northeast TCC Campus is located at the corner of Harvard and Apache. The debate will be held in the Seminar Room. For more information, please contact Dr. Donna Goodwin at dgoodwin@tulsacc.edu.

New Home Price Average is Astounding

A brief survey of the Bixby, OK residential housing market revealed an interesting fact for new constuction homes sold. The average sales price of homes built in 2007 sold in Bixby Public Schools was $358,144. Of these 56 properties, the average square footage was 2,628. These atas were derives from homes sold through real estate brokerages. More information on houses and real estate for sale in Bixby, Oklahoma.

Darryl Baskin is a real estate broker for McGraw Realtors 918-258-2600 and can be heard Saturdays on News/Talk 740 KRMG at 12:30pm and Talk Radio 1170 KFAQ at 7am.

Kari-Okie opening soon!

Historic Downtown Bixby will soon have a new restaurant/cafe adding to the activity. Located across the street from The Ice House 24 hour fitness center and BTC Communications, Kari-Okie will offer sandwiches and homemade dishes plus weekend entertainment. The establishment will open in the old Ron's Hamburgers building the first week of November if all goes as planned.

Memorial Drive or Bank Parkway?

The Southwest corner of East 131st Street and Memorial Drive will soon be home to Arkansas Valley State Bank. Clearing for the land began in October. Memorial Drive in Bixby, Oklahoma has become a magnet for banks. Currently, Bank of Oklahoma, Arvest, Grand Bank, Citizens Bank, Community Bank, First Pryority Bank, M&I Bank, and probably some more I forgot, all occupy a five mile stretch of Memorial. This new build from AVSB will soon add another. Word is out that still another bank is deciding between the intersections of 121st and 101st for their entrance into the Bixby market.

Christmastown is coming to the Daily Family YMCA!!

Hear ye Hear ye all you “Crafty Crafters” and vendors alike! Be sure to reserve your booth! Christmastown will be Saturday, December 8th from 7 AM to 1 PM with set up scheduled for Friday, December the 7th. For more information on booth rentals and general information, please contact Sandy Pike at 369.9622 or she can be e mailed at spike@dailyymca.org

Town Hall Debate Series

Town Hall Debate Series – Northeast TCC Campus – November 5, 2007 – 12:00 PM
The Tulsa Community College(TCC) Speech and Forensics Department, Magic Series, Office of Global Education and Student Activities will host the second Town Hall Debate in the “Think Globally, Act Locally” series focusing on the 2008 Presidential Election both abroad and in Tulsa. The TCC Forensics Team will debate both Republican and Democratic issues, followed by a commentary from a leading expert in the field and ending with a question and answer session. Lasting one hour with refreshments being served. The public is invited to attend.
The Northeast TCC Campus is located at the corner of Harvard and Apache. The debate will be held in the Seminar Room. For more information, please contact Dr. Donna Goodwin at dgoodwin@tulsacc.edu.

Trick or Treat Alternatives in Bixby, OK

Hallelujah Festival – Wednesday, October 31, 2007 – 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Riverview Baptist Church – 13201 South Memorial Drive . Bixby
A safe alternative to trick or treating! Child safety, door prizes and a $500. grand prize will be given away! Free hot dogs, drinks, games and candy! The Oklahoma Bloodmobile will be on site to take donations of much needed blood. To learn more log onto riverview-church.org

Noah’s Ark ‘07 – Wednesday, October 31, 2007 – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – South Tulsa Baptist Church – 10310 S. Sheridan . Tulsa
Games! Fun! Candy! Food! Come be a part of this exciting alternative to Trick or Treating in a safe atmosphere! To learn more about the event contact 299.0904 or log onto WWW.STBC.NET

Bixby Chamber Resolution of Support - Lodging Tax

A vote will be placed in front of Bixby voters on November 13, 2007 in regards to a Lodging Tax placed on people occupying hotel or motel rooms within the City of Bixby. The Bixby Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors has passed a Resolution of Support of the 5% Lodging Tax.
The commencement of such tax assessment would begin on January 1, 2008 if passed by voters. The lodging tax would be applied to only persons occupying hotel or motel rooms within the City of Bixby. The tax funds generated would be used primarily for economic development and enhancement of the quality of life for the citizens of Bixby.

Chamber Sells Pumpkins to Support BCOC

The Bixby Chamber of Commerce is selling pumpkins with the proceeds being donated to Bixby Community Outreach Center. Stop by the Chamber at 4 East Dawes to purchase yours today.

Mounds, Oklahoma School Fire

All day today there have been sirens heard coming into Mounds from every direction. Towns like Beggs, Kiefer, Sapulpa, Liberty, Mounds, etc. and have sent their firefighters and equipment to help Mounds firemen battle the blaze at Mounds Elementary School all day long. It is a complete and total loss with the roof laying on the crumbled walls. We went Saturday evening to look and there is nothing left to salvage. There are still fires visible inside that can't be reached yet. It was amazing that the American flag was still flying even though it was just a few feet south from the main entrance to the school. Come Monday morning, or even all next week, it isn't sure what elementary kids will do. They may have to pay back some school days into June or July! It has been suggested that they may be bused to towns around Mounds or possibly bringing portable quad classrooms here. You can imagine the loss and the trauma these small kids feel in losing all their familiar surroundings. I'm sure they will all need new books, desks, chairs, files, computers, every type media, supplies, every machine imaginable to get back up and running. Anything that anyone has that could be donated would probably be appreciated at this time. Other schools always have extra out-dated things that get auctioned off, donated or trashed, but Mounds may welcome the offers! If anyone has anything to do at all with other schools, colleges or maybe office and school suppliers, please spread the word around about this disaster, and contact the Mounds Board of Education ASAP if they can help at all.

Underage Drinking Training for Retailers

Bixby Police Department
Retailer Training


DATE: Friday November 2, 2007 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Bixby Community Center (Lunch will be provided)

The Bixby Police Department in coordination with 2Much2Lose and the Bixby Chamber of Commerce is offering retailer training for businesses that sell alcohol and low-point beer.

2 Much 2 Lose is a statewide under 21 drinking prevention initiative aimed at reducing underage access to alcohol. To teach servers and retail sales clerks about their legal responsibility and the liability of serving persons under the age of 21. This is done through training programs, which are targeted at those who serve or sell alcohol in any form.

This program is designed to:

• Train employees to spot fake ID's.
• Train employees on how to read ID’s.
• Provide practical tips on how to deal with customers.
• Know how and when to decline the sale of alcohol to intoxicated customers.
• Educate alcoholic beverage servers and retailers about their legal responsibilities and liabilities.
• Help reduce the number of drunk driving accidents and deaths, especially among those under 21.

The Bixby Police Department is committed to the underage drinking initiative and wishes to work with local businesses to make sure that they have all of the information that they need to succeed in assisting us in this mission.

Help us make a difference!

For more information or to register for the training, contact Officer Erik Smoot with the Bixby Police Department 366-8294. Seating is limited.

Half Mast

The following Executive Order Flag Alert was just received from Governor Henry's office. 

While the Executive Order is specific to all American and State flags on State property,

you may also wish to honor on your private property.

Governor Henry has directed that all American and State Flags on state property be flown at half-staff from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 19 to honor Staff Sargeant Lillian Clamens, an Oklahoma resident, who died on Wednesday, October 10 at age 35 while serving in Iraq.

To view the complete Executive Order, visit www.sos.state.ok.us/documents/filelog/74382.pdf

Thrifty Car Sales of Bixby

October 19, 2007 - 1:30 PM – 14780 S. Memorial Drive
A ribbon cutting has been scheduled for this Friday to welcome Thrifty into the Bixby area!
Drop in to say hello and tell them how awesome this great town is to establish a business! Refreshments will be provided

Dollar Days Ribbon Cutting

Dollar Days Ribbon Cutting – October 16, 2007 - 9:30 AM – 14601 S. Memorial Drive
A ribbon cutting has been scheduled for this Tuesday to welcome Dollar Days into the Bixby area! Plan on stopping by to give them a Bixby welcome! Refreshments will be provided.

Bixby Chamber Open House

Bixby Chamber Open House – October 10, 2007 - 4:15 PM – Chamber Office
Join us in celebrating our continued support of Bixby and the surrounding communities.
Refreshments will be served.

Housewarmers Ribbon Cutting

Housewarmers Ribbon Cutting – October 10, 2007 - 4:30 PM – Bixby Chamber Office
A ribbon cutting has been scheduled to welcome this business into the Bixby, Oklahoma area!
Refreshments will be provided.

Hallelujah Festival

Hallelujah Festival – Wednesday, October 31, 2007 – 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Riverview Baptist Church – 13201 South Memorial
A safe alternative to trick or treating! Child safety, door prizes and a $500. grand prize will be given away! Free hot dogs, drinks, games and candy! The Oklahoma Bloodmobile will be on site to take donations of much needed blood

Optimist Club Meeting

Optimist Club Meeting –
Due to the Big Picnic, the Optimist meeting has been cancelled for October 11th. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25th.

City Council Meeting

City Council Meeting – Monday, October 8, 2007 – 7:00 PM – 116 West Needles . Bixby
To view the topic of discussion log onto www.choosebixby.com

Chili and Desert Cook Off

BTC Broadband Annual Chili / Dessert Cook Off - Friday, October 12th 11:30 - 2:00
BTC Breckenridge - 6 East Breckenridge - Downtown Bixby
BTC will hold their Annual Cook Off which will be open to the public to come in and enjoy the tastes! The cost is $6 which includes Chili and Dessert - all the fixins' - and a drink. Proceeds will benefit Bixby Community Outreach Center and United Way. Please plan on stopping by.

THE BIG PICNIC

Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum
Thursday, October 11
5:00 pm ˆ 7:30 pm

FREE for Bixby Chamber Members, their employees and their families!
Bring your own chairs/blankets and mosquito spray!


This FABULOUS evening in the Park will include:
Family Fun and Entertainment
Free hamburgers and hotdogs

Please send us your approximate head count by 5:00 p.m., October 4th, so that we may make adequate arrangements. Contact Cari at 366-9445 or email at caril@bixbychamber.com .
Please let us know if you plan to feed your own employees.

Hands Across The River Rally

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR SEPTEMBER 29 AT 9:30 AM
Join citizens of Tulsa County and show support for the Arkansas River development this Saturday, September 29 at 9:30 am. Hands Across the River will rally momentum for the river vote on October 9. Bring neighbors, friends and family to the 96th Street Pedestrian Bridge. Parking is available at the RiverWalk Crossing parking lot.
This river project is meant to unite the surrounding cities and develop a better quality of life for our families who depend on us for their future in Tulsa.

Toy Train Show

October 6, 2007
211 North Cabaniss . Bixby
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Admission: $3.00 Adults – Under 12 free
Be a part of this exciting event! 80 swap and sell tables, old and new model trains, dealers and collectors from several states. Four operating layouts will be available to view with scenery and running trains. For more information call 440.1910 or 405.624.7651

Business to Business Expo

October 4, 2007
White Hawk Golf Pavilion 14515 S Yale
This will be an exclusive event. One business per category allowed. For more information on how to participate call 806.2641 or email idtsheild@hotmail.com

South Tulsa Baptist 4th Annual Car Show

Sunday, September 30, 2007
10310 South Sheridan . Tulsa
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Free
Join STBC in this event featuring incredible cars & vehicles. Grilled burgers, brats and chicken. Desserts and salsa tasting. Games and activities available for the kids and a volleyball tournament! For more information contact 299.0904 or log onto www.stbc.net

Chamber’s Annual BIG Picnic

Thursday, October 11
Washington Irving Park
5:00-7:30 PM
The Bixby Chamber of Commerce has conspired with the Bixby Optimist Club, Bixby Rotary Club and the Lions Club to host this years annual Big Picnic. This event is open to all Chamber Members, their employees and families! Bring your entire family out for an evening of great food and fun! FREE food, music, inflatables and FREE gifts to all children who attend! $50 donations are being accepted now. Other sponsorship opportunities are available by calling the Chamber office at 366.9445

Securian Advisors MidAmerica, Inc.

Thursday, September 27, 2007
Michael V's . 8222 East 103rd Street
11:30 – 1:00 PM
Securian Advisor, Thom Bowen will be speaking about the different Health care options in Oklahoma for small businesses. Space is limited. Make your reservations by calling the Chamber Office at 366.9445

Leadership Bixby

Begins Wednesday, September 26^{th -} 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Leadership Bixby is to identify and motivate emerging leaders in order to increase the leadership base within the Bixby community. This course is designed to educate you about the Bixby Community and development process. Participants will have the opportunity to serve as a board intern for a non-profit organization. Classes are the last Wednesday of the month beginning in September and running through May. Classes begin at 11:30 and run until 4:00 PM.

Securian Advisors MidAmerica, Inc.

Thursday, September 27, 2007 - Michael V's . 8222 East 103^rd Street - 11:30 – 1:00 PM

Securian Advisor, Thom Bowen will be speaking about the different Health care options in Oklahoma for small businesses. Space is limited. Make your reservations by calling the Chamber Office at 366.9445

Deutschesfest

Saturday, September 22, 2007 - Washington Irving Memorial Park

9:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Admission: $5.00 per vehicle

The third annual German "Oktoberfest" is coming to Bixby! Authentic German entertainment will be presented throughout the day, live bands and a silent auction. For more information contact Jayne Bowen at 693.3628 or Walter Gund at 629.5598

Wine Dinner at Michael V’s

- Wednesday, September 26, 2007 - Michael V's

8222 East 103^rd Street

A fabulous wine dinner featuring Bridlewood wines is planned for Wednesday evening. Reservations can be made by calling 369.0310

Our SANTA FE Drive Away Raffle Winner

Or shall we say Winners...
Congratulations BTC Broadband Group

A group of 8 BTC employees pulled together and purchased ticket #139 which is what Russ Smith, Chamber Chairman, pulled from the hopper at our drawing Friday evening! Although we did not sell enough tickets to give away the Santa Fe the Group will take home a swift pot to split! And boy BTC was rolling in the luck because their name was also drawn from the Late Bird Purchasers to win the 3 Month What's Up Sponsorship!! Congrats again BTC

Hot Dog Fans…THIS ONES FOR YOU

Bixby’s very own CONEY BEACH is back at it again with another FREE EATS opportunity for Bixby Chamber Members and Friends!

Drop in Thursday Evening for Dinner beginning at 6:30 or Friday for Lunch 12 – 1
Purchase a DRINK and your FOOD is FREE
Purchase yourself a Hand-Made Milkshake, Soda or Thirsty for a Cold Beer – choose from a selection of 20 different beers. And for your FREE EATS…
Try one of 12 different Hot Dogs or 7 Burger Choices and Five Styles of Fries or House-made Potato Chips

Just ONE catch…You must mention “You're an ORU Fan!”
Visit Coney Beach at the corner of 111th Street & Memorial - We'll see you there!!

Shoes For Orphan Souls

Rotary Club of Bixby is collecting cash and/or New Shoes (Youth 1 through Adult 8) for Shoes for the Orphan Souls Program. Contact Lisa Navrkal at 366-9445 to arrange a donation.

Steffins Chiropractic

A Ribbon Cutting for Dr. Jon Steffins will take place welcoming his practice to the Bixby Chamber of Commerce.

         Friday, August 24

         Steffins Chiropractic 11045 South Memorial Drive

         4:30 PM

Sky Fitness & Well Being

A Tri-City After hours celebrating the success of this state of the art exercise and full service spa and Café. Refreshments will be catered by Sky Café and Natural Farms.

         Thursday, August 23

         10121 South Sheridan

         5-7 PM

August Business@Lunch

Sponsored by

MidFirst Bank 

Wednesday, August 1, 2007  11:30 am - 1:00 pm

$10 Chamber Members $15 Non-Members

All community members are invited to attend the Chamber Luncheons - feel free to pass this information on to neighbors, friends, or other business associates.  Please remember to RSVP to the Chamber at 366-9445 for adequate catering and seating arrangements!

White Hawk Golf Pavilion 14515 S. Yale

RSVP by Monday, July 30^th

Reply to this email or call 366-9445

This month's Chamber Business@Lunch will feature a look into all the happenings of Bixby and what makes our community so GREAT! Representative from the City, Bixby Public Schools and the Chamber will give luncheon guests a GLANCE into what each of them are doing to improve their organization and Bixby. Several of our Civic Organizations will also be present to give a brief overview of what they do for our community. A question and answer segment will follow.

Take advantage of the opportunity to "Win your 10 Bucks Back" – Drop your business card in the fish bowl at the luncheon, if your card is drawn win your lunch for free!

Bixby Spartan Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet

Saturday, August 4th

Bixby High School Campus

6:00 – 9:00 PM

Come participate in a new tradition in Bixby High School Athletics. Tickets are on sale at Bixby Administration Office, Citizens Security Bank, Doc's Country Mart, Grand Bank, and SpiritBank or contact Pauline Boatmun at 366-8614. The cost for a pre-purchased ticket is $10. You may also purchase tickets at the banquet for $12 each.

Business Seminars Offered FREE

Pledger Allstate Agency is offering a series of three Luncheon Seminars all of which are 
FREE and OPEN to Bixby Chamber Members. The topics discussed will include:

• The Needs of a Business Owner – August 8, 2007
  
  
  • Solutions for both your business and personal financial needs.
    
• Meeting the Needs Of Your Business – September 7, 2007
  
  
  • Services and products that can be used to help protect the future of your business.
    
• Meeting the Needs of Your Employees - October 10, 2007
  
  
  • Offering attractive benefits to your employees at affordable prices.
    

The seminars are on a first come, first serve basis with a 20 person limit. If you would like, you may RSVP to all of the seminars or just one. The location will be at Michael V's from 12:00-1:00 PM. Lunch will be served at no cost to you.  A reservation deadline will be required for each of the seminars by replying to this e mail or calling 366-9445.

66er’s in Bixby?

The Tulsa 66er's could possibly be moving to the Spirit Bank Event Center for the 2008 - 2009 and to show Bixby's support of this move we are challenging you to purchase tickets for the upcoming season!

 

Season ticket prices range from $192 dollars. For more information on purchasing tickets, call the Chamber office at 366-9445.

BTC Broadband Mix & Mingle After Hours

Tuesday, July 24^th

5:00 – 7:00

11134 S Memorial Bixby

You are cordially invited to attend a reception celebrating the opening of BTC's new Business Technology Center. This event will be a Tri-City After Hours, please stop in to meet a new crowd and network. Refreshments Provided!

Bixby Community Outreach Center Accepting Donations

The Bixby Community Outreach Center serves struggling families on the Bixby Community. You can help by donating the needed items below. Contact Kelley Maricle, Executive Director at 366-9226 or 855-0551.  The BCOC is located in downtown Bixby at 10 E Dawes.

 
 

CLOTHING: For those that may love to garage sale or shop, this is a great 'reason' or excuse for bargain shopping!  All summer clothing is welcomed (washable fabrics preferred, in good condition) but the following represent most immediate needs.

 
 

o         Toddler boys shirts and pants (2T through 5T)

o         Toddler girls shirts, pants, dresses, etc. (2T through 5T)

o         Shoes (all sizes - all genders - except for infants)

o         Maternity (anything, any size)

 

 
 

FOOD/PANTRY/PERSONAL CARE NEEDS: 

o         Pudding

o         Deodorant

o         Toilet paper

o         Peanut butter

• Jelly
  
• Feminine Products
  

o         Razors

o         Beef Stew

o         Boxed potatoes

o         Cake Mix

o         Cereal

o         Cold Drink Mix

o         Dish Soap

o         Dry Beans

o         Flour

o         Gelatin

o         Juice

o         Laundry Detergent

o         Macaroni & Cheese

o         Mexican side dishes

o         Muffin Mix

o         Rice

o         Sugar

o         Toothbrushes

Green Corn Festival Held in June

The Bixby Optimists Club will hold its annual Green Corn Festival June 28-30 in Historic

Downtown Bixby, OK. Bring the family out to enjoy a weekend of fun! Free games for all ages, carnival, live music, car show, karaoke, food, arts & crafts, bingo, & much more! Full schedule of events online at www.bixbychamber.com . For more information call 366-9445.

 

 

Skate Night at the YMCA of Bixby

Friday Nights

7910 E. 134^th St.

7:00 – 9:00 PM

 

Skate Night is held every Friday night throughout the Summer. Event is open to the public. Admission is $2 for members and $5 for non-members. For more information, please contact the YMCA at 369-9622.

Reception to Honor Deb Marshall

You are invited to come and show Deb our appreciation for her dedication to the Chamber and the community of Bixby at this come & go reception hosted by Michele Burns. Deb has taken a position with Broken Arrow and will serve as Vice President of Business Support and Public Affairs.

 
 

Friday, June 22, 2007

5:00 - 8:00

 
 

14307 S 50th East Ave

White Hawk

New Chamber President Appointed

Russ Smith, Chairman of the Board, on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Bixby Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce the promotion of Lisa Navrkal to the position of President of the Bixby Chamber.

Lisa is no stranger to the Bixby community, having served the Chamber on a full-time basis for the past two years as Vice President, and having served the Chamber in various capacities on a part-time basis for a total of six years. Lisa is a Fall, 2006 graduate of the Chamber Management Institute, and is also a graduate of the University of Oklahoma's Center of Chamber of Commerce Excellence Advanced Studies Program.

Lisa has, through her tenure with the Bixby Chamber, exhibited excellent leadership abilities and we look forward to her bringing her unique abilities and talents to the position of President.

Dan Threlkeld Speaks at Bixby Business Fellowship

Channel 2 meteorologist, Dan Threlkeld was guest speaker at the June Bixby Business Fellowship. Threlkeld expressed the importance of his Christian Faith in his business and how that influences his professional life. Additionally, Threlkeld explained the importance of the meteorological predictions and how they affect public safety as well as business planning. Questions were taken from the attendees including what the percentage chance of rain means and how a news station determines when to "cut-in" on regualrly scheduled programming.

Bixby Business Fellowship meets monthly. Presently, meeting are held at Michael V's restaurant at the Palazzo Shopping Center near 104th and Memorial. For more information, contact Sean Kouplen at Grand Bank

Cookie Advnatage Moves to Historic Downtown Bixby

Kim Carns of Cookie Advantage exhibits at the Taste of Bixby event in June. Cookie Advantage will open its new headquarters at 107 N. Armstrong in the historic downtown district of Bixby, Okloahoma next to the Ice House 24 Hour Fitness Center, and BTC Communications. The building was previously Ellard Hall of the First Methodist Church of Bixby. Cookie Advantage bakes and mails fresh chocolate chip cookies as gift tins for businesses and individuals.

First Annual Taste of Bixby

Thursday, Jone 7th, 2007, The Bixby Chamber of Commerce held its first annual Taste of Bixby featuring local restaurants of Bixby, OK. Featured caterers included a diverse selection from Doc's Country Mart to Savastano's to Chili's. The surprising part of the event was how many different restaurants Bixby has. You would never think that Bixby had that many foods to choose from. One of the most interesting exhibitors was Cookie Advantage, a cookie bakery specializing gift tins. The company has recently relocated their headquarters to historic Downtown Bixby at 107 N. Armstrong where they ship chocolate chip cookies across the country as thank you gifts for businesses and individuals.

Bixby is growing. Neil Dailey, Commercial real estate agent fro The Baskin Real Estate Specialists, says large franchises has begun to take notice of this suburb of Tulsa and big changes will be seen soon as the plans of these companies begin to unfold. Recent franchises expanding into the area include Starbucks, Quizno's, and newcomer to the franchise market Coney Beach.

Leadership Bixby Graduate Class IV

 

Leadership Bixby, a class to encourage citizens to be active in City affairs, graduated its fifth class in May. "Bixby, OK is a growing community and needs to plan for its future" says to Chamber of Commerce President, Deb Marshall. The program takes students on tours of the state capital, Bixby Public Schools, City Hall, and community services offices to help participants gain knowledge of the operations of the city. Tuition for the program is minimal and it is open to anyone who is interested in learning for personal or professional development. For more information, contact the Bixby Chamber at www.bixbychamber.org

The life and times of DJ Connection and DJ Clay

Clayvis Books Proudly Presents:
Entrepreneur of the Year:
"Turning Your Passion Into Profits"
An Aspiring Entrepreneur's Guide & the Epic O' DJ Clay
A book coming soon....

**For more information on the book, turning your passion into profits, and the life and times o' dj clay please feel free to emailDJ Clayvis directly at djclay1@djconnectiontulsa.com

About Clay

"DJ Clay" (Clayton Thomas Clark) is the humble husband of the beautiful Vanessa Lynn Clark and is the father both Havana Ann Clark and Aubrey Napoleon-Hill Clark. He is the founder and owner of DJ Connection Tulsa Inc., one of America’s largest Disk Jockey & Mobile Entertainment Companies. Clay is also the cofounder of Tulsa Bridal Association, Cherished Traditions Videography and a host of other small-medium sized businesses. Clay is the active President of the Tulsa Bridal Association and is a proud member of the Tulsa, Bixby & Broken Arrow Chambers of Commerce. When Clay is not sleeping he also serves as a volunteer with Junior Achievement, an organization dedicated to bringing business people and business
owners to the schools of today's youth.

In 2007 "DJ Clay" was named as Oklahoma's Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the United States Small Business Administration. Also during the year o' 2007 "DJ Clayvis" was named as one of Oklahoma's "Top 40 Under 40," for being one of Oklahoma's top 40 business people under the age of 40 years of age by Oklahoma Magazine. In January of 2006 his company, DJ Connection Tulsa Inc. was named “Tulsa’s Best Wedding Vendor” by the Wedding Decisions publication. In 2005 DJ Connection Tulsa Inc. was again honored by Modern Bride Magazine as being named “the number-one DJs in the Tulsa area.” In September of 2003 Clay Clark was featured on "Oklahoma’s News Channel 8’s Good Morning Oklahoma" with Lori Montag of Montag Photography for their role as President and Vice President of the Tulsa Bridal Association respectively. In 2002 Clay was featured on the front page of the business section of the Tulsa World and was named the Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the young age of 22.

Clay "finished attending college classes" while at OSU after previously attending Oral Roberts University (Tulsa, OK) and St. Cloud University (St. Cloud, Minnesota). During and since high school "DJ Clay" has created and/or run several successful businesses including:

*A T-shirt & Graphic Design Business
*A Mobile Entertainment and Disk Jockey Empire
*A Professional Videography Business
*A Chocolate Fountain Business
*An event rentals company

During elementary, high school, college and then after college Clay has also ran numerous unsuccessful businesses (which he has learned from) including:

*A Landscaping Business
*A Bio-Diesel Fuel Production Business

Born to Thomas & Mary Clark at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma on November 5th 1980 amidst the Ronald Raegan election, Clay went on to attend school in the Broken Arrow, Oklahoma public school systems until the age of 12. The Clark family migrated north to Minnesota in 1992. It was in Minnesota at the age of 16 that Clay's "DJ Clayvis" persona was born. "DJ Clayvicle" graduated from Dassel-Cokato High School with Honors and received the prestigious Brown Book Award for his excellence in the communication arts from Dassel-Cokato High School, along with a multitude of other scholarships.

At the age of 26 "DJ Clay" has now become one of Oklahoma's most dynamic, enthusiastic, humble, movitating and CONTAGIOUS young entrepreneurs. Clay is of the belief that nearly all desired knowledge is attainable to those willing to study the lives of those who are already doing that which one wants to do. Clay attributes much of his success to his pursuit of knowledge and the willingness of his mentors to share the knowledge that he so actively pursues. Listed below is a short list of the mentors that have most affected DJ Clay's young business career up to this point.

Mentor (defined as): A wise counselor or teacher:

*Andrew Carnegie - Entrepreneur and Capitalist - What Andrew Carnegie achieve during his lifetime is nothing short of epic...Clay
*Bill O’Reilly - Journalist and Editorial Show Host - Clay has not met Bill O'Reilly, but Bill's attitude and habit of cutting through the "what-not" to get right down to the heart of the issue has rubbed off on Clay...we blame you Bill.
*Bishop Carlton Pearson - Pastor & Minister - Although Clay does not agree with every theological point preached from the pulpit by brother Pearson, Clay does believe that Bishop Pearson is certifiably his "Brother from Another Mother." Carlton's energy, enthusiasm, and motivating qualities are all qualities that Clay has worked to develop daily to develop.
*Chester Cadieux - Entrepreneur - Chester, if you are reading...Clay would like the honor of paying you to go out eat with him. Clay is obsessed with your Quik Trip convenience stores, and compulsively makes purchases at your store...just to help YOU out.
*Clynt Taylor - Entrepreneur & Investor - Clynt Taylor is Clay's Wife's Uncle, and the first face-to-face mentor that Clay had the pleasure of meeting. Clynt has encouraged Clay to "Dream Big" and has served as solid voice of business reason, when Clay has felt as though he needed a HELP-LINE.
*Clifton Taulbert - Entrepreneur and Author - Clay has spend very limited time around Clifton over his 26 years on Earth, however Clifton's influence has been profound. Clay views Clifton as a very accessible success story and living breathing example of what it means to achieve despite one's circumstances.
*Dave Letterman - Late night talk show host - No, Clay is not Dave Letterman's little known twin brother, however Clay does revere and attempt to mimic the humor and the incredible rapport building qualities of David Letterman...and Dave...if you are reading this Clay would like to be on your show.
*Henry Ford - Entrepreneur - It is rumored, that Clay has not ever met that late Henry Ford...and folks, this rumor is true, however despite the fact that Clay never met this icon of the industrial revolution Clay believes that Henry Ford is a ture American genius despite the fact that Henry did not attend college...that's odd...
*Herb Kelleher - Lawyer, Entrepreneur of Motivator - I hate to say it, but as odd as it sounds Clay has not met the founder of Southwest Airlines either, but Clay refers to Southwest Airlines as if they invented modern capitalism. Clay believes in and preaches Southwest's low-price and high-quality approach to building a business.
*Jay Conrad Levinson - Author and Marketing Guru - To be honest, Clay has not met Jay either...but Jay if you are reading this, Clay thinks your book "Guerilla Marketing" is legendary.
*John Rockefeller - Entrepreneur and Business Icon - Although Clay never met the legendary founder of Standard Oil and the Rockefeller fortune, Clay refers to the John Rockefeller as if he were a sage-like Uncle. Clay simply cannot stop talking about the Rockefeller saga, and all that John Rockefeller helped to do during his 90 years spent on planet Earth.
*John Tune - Southwest Airline Pilot and Ultra Conservative Father - Clay loves and respects John Tune as a voice and moral authority. Since Clay married John's niece on May 6th of 2001 at Tarp Chapel in Broken Arrow, John Tune has been Clay's marriage mentor. John has served as Clay's personal Dr. Phil as probably saved Clay from spending thousands of dollars and hours with a marriage counselor due to his preventive marriage maintenance.
*Karl Malone - Former NBA star - Clay does not like that Karl Malone refers to himself as "Karl Malone" when he is talking about himself, however he admires and became inspired by Karl Malone's work ethic in the gym.
*Lori Montag - The former owner of Montag Photography and Montag's Chocolate Elegance - Lori Montag helped raise Clay as a second mother during his one month long summer visits south between the years of 1993 and 1999. It was Lori who first taught Clay how to set and achieve financial goals, and it was Lori who first taught Clay how to sell, instead of just taking orders. Lori currently owns and operates Montag Fine Candles.
*Luther Vandross - Entertainer, Performer & "King of R &B Ballads" - It has been said and it is true...Clay never met the late great Luther Vandross. Although the "King of R & B Ballads"died at the young age of 54, Luther left Clay and countless others with the since of joy that he brought to the mic each time he belted out his love ballads. Clay reveres Luther as a source of inspiration, and will never stop singing, Luther's "I'd Rather" in his head...Clay will miss you Mr. Luther.
*Michael Gerber - Author & Entrepreneur - It has been said, and it is true. Clay has not met the outstanding author of the "E-Myth" either. And despite having not met Michael Gerber personally Clay feels as though he shares a kindrid spirit with this wonderful modern work-flow philosopher.
*Michael Jackson - Entertainer & Alien Visitor to Earth - Clay has not met Michael Jackson, but if he ever has the opportunity to meet the alien entertainer he will be escorted by body guard, and then he will jot down some more notes on how to ENTERTAIN from this alien sent to Earth to Entertain.
*Napolean Hill - Author and Self-Help Pioneer - Although Clay never met the author of "Think & Grow Rich" and other timeless, mind-changing self-help classics, Clay refers to Napoleon Hill as if he were a wise old grandfather or close kin to Yoda.
*Robert T. Kiyosaki - Author & Entrepreneur - Although Clay has never met the author of the "Rich, Dad Poor Dad" series of books, Clay quotes and misquotes Robert Kiyosaki often and refers to Mr. Robert as if he were his distant Asian cousin and personal financial advisor.
*Russell Simmons - Entrepreneur and Hip-Hop Pioneer - Although Clayvis has not had the opportunity to meet the acquaintance, and although Clay does not agree with Mr. Simmons' political views, Clay does respect the history and struggle to success of the his musical and entertainment pioneer. For anyone wishing to learn how to self-promote, Russell's book "Life & Def" is a must read.
*Rush Limbaugh - AM Radio Pioneer & Talk Show Host - Growing up Clay did not like Rush Limbaugh, however what kind of sick and mentally twisted 12 year old adolescent child would like listening to conservative talk radio on the way to and from baseball games...however at the age of 22, Clay finally "really" listened to Rush Limbaugh...mega ditos Rush...Clay too is a believer that Big Government, High Taxes and Excessive Entitlements are bad for America.
*Sam Walton - Entrepreneur - Clay loves Sam Walton and the amazing story of Wal-Mart history found within the pages of Sam's epic book "Made in America." In fact, Clay has reportedly planned a pilgrimage/family vacation to Bentonville, to tour the Wal-Mart facilities....
*Shane Harwell - Sales Guru - During the years of 2000-2001 Clay had the opportunity to work for Shane's odd company / Christian-evangelistic company / call center and sales training machine. Faith Highway was the name of Shane's company and although Clay did not and does not agree with many of the fundamental principles that the company was founded upon, Shane's sales skills and work ethic were contagiously spread to nearly all of those who worked at this small Tulsa based company. Clay credits Shane for much of his sales training, and views Shane as the the authority on salesmanship.
*Thomas Edison - Inventor / Entrepreneur - Clay has not met Mr. Edison...but he still feels very close to Mr. Edison. Clay feels as though he and Mr. Edison share similar personality types and would probably be the best of friends if they knew each other today...although we know (the "Book Team") that Clay is only 1/10th as smart the great inventor, Thomas Edison.
*Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D., William D. Danko Ph.D., - Yes, it is true, Clay has never met these two fun guys either, however Clay did read and has applied nearly all of the knowledge that could be attained through the reading of the "Millionaire Next Door."
*William "Bill" Cosby - Entertainer and Comedian - Last but definately not least, Clay has not met Bill Cosby, however Clay has nearly made a diety out of Bill Cosby at his offices. Clay is of the opinion that no one has more universal comedic appeal than Bill Cosby, and Clay sincerely believes that anyone wishing to succeed in the field of entertainment must study Bill Cosby. other entrepreneurs he has become acquainted with the “Laws of Success.” As a result of endless study Clay Clark walks in faith and does not know defeat as he works to achieve his life’s “Definate Chief Aim.”

A much sought-after author, business consultant, disk jockey, master of ceremonies, sales coach, and motivational speaker, Clay restlessly resides in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his incredibly gorgeous wife Vanessa Clark and his two vivacious children Havana & Aubrey-Napoleon-Hill, where they enjoy the low cost of living, and the close proximity to the Quik Trip convenience stores that Tulsa provides.

Taste of Bixby Tickets On Sale Now

EXPLORE YOUR 5^th SENSE and enjoy the TASTE of our South Tulsa Flavors

The Bixby Chamber of Commerce will host the first Taste of Bixby June 7^th from 5:30 to 7:30

Local restaurants and businesses have been invited out to beautiful Washington Irving Memorial Park to provide you with a TASTE of what their business has to offer!

 

Participating Businesses Include:

Budweiser

Chili’s Grill & Bar

Cold Stone Creamery

Cookie Advantage

Coppertown

Doc’s Country Mart

Hideaway Pizza

Ludger’s Cakes & Catering

Michael V’s

McDonald’s

Savastano’s Pizzeria & Restaurant

Schlotzsky’s Deli

Simple Pleasures Gourmet Catering

Starbucks Coffee Company

Wings To Go

 

HORS D’OEUVRES to DESSERTS!

 

Tickets are on sale now through the Chamber Office for $15 each.  Advance Ticket Purchases ONLY – No Tickets will be sold at the gate. Call 366-9445 to reserve your ticket TODAY! Only 300 Tickets will be sold!

 

EXPLORE YOUR 5^th SENSE

All our flavors will be included in your ticket price of $15!

MC/Visa/AmEx Accepted

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memorial Road Widening Project

This alert is to inform you of the latest updates on the Memorial Road Widening Projects. Please note the businesses along Memorial are still open for business during this construction phase. Thank you for your patience as ODOT continues the roadwork.

 

May 18 - May 20 Weekend Schedule

•  148th Street Drive - Grade work and setting forms for paving
• 151st - Continuation of grade work

May 21 - May 25

• 141st Street Intersection - Scheduled to be open on Tuesday, May 22nd
• 151st Street - Asphalt to be layed
• 148th Street - Scheduled to be open on Wednesday, May23rd

Please note this schedule will be weather permitting.

 

 

 

 

 

Bixby Business Crime Watch Alert

The following information is provided to the Chamber as part of the Bixby Business Crime Watch Alert Program, a partnership between the Bixby Chamber and the Bixby Police Department in an effort to keep business members informed regarding any suspicious or fraudulent business activity that has taken or is taking place in Bixby.

The Bixby Police Department responded to the Western Sun Credit Union on 05/16/2007 on a report of a burglary. Upon arrival Bixby Police Department discovered that the rear of the building had been damaged allowing the suspects to gain entry into the building. Further investigation revealed that the phone lines and the alarm systems had been cut. The safe inside the establishment was removed and the suspects left with an undisclosed amount of money. 

Further information on the suspects indicate that they will send an individual into a business under the pretense of using the restroom. Once in the establishment the individual will locate the alarm panel and safe area. The burglaries will then occur within the next 24-48 hours. The suspects use heavy equipment to accomplish these burglaries.

Any business who has had a recent loss of heavy equipment and or believe they were victims of a possible casing are encouraged to contact the Bixby Detective Division at 366-8294.

 

Memorial Road Widening Project

This alert is to inform you of the latest updates on the Memorial Road Widening Projects. Please note the businesses along Memorial are still open for business during this construction phase. Thank you for your patience as ODOT continues the roadwork.

 

• The Memorial ENTRANCE to Sonic will be closed beginning 5/15/07 for approximately 10 days. The 151st entrance is still OPEN.
• 148th Street on the East side is now re-opened.

 

 

  Lisa Navrkal ,Vice President

  113 West Dawes, Suite 115

  Bixby, OK 74008

  918.366.9445 Fax 918.366.9443

  lisan@bixbychamber.com

  Working for Business. Supporting Community. Believing in Bixby