Talo House

11/18/2024

Staying at Talo and looking for something fun to do in Bartlesville? 🧡🌿
Check out these exciting events happening around town!🤩

🎄 November 19 – Fantasy Land on Foot.
📍 Johnstone Park, Bartlesville, OK Bartlesville Daybreak Rotary
🕒 6 PM – 8 PM
The one night of the year you can walk through the dazzling Fantasy Land of Lights! Stroll along the road and enjoy the festive displays up close without car traffic. Suggested donations: $10 for adults or $20 per family. Children under 18 are free, and leashed pets, strollers, and wheelchairs are welcome. Proceeds benefit local Rotary programs supporting youth and community initiatives.

🎅 November 19 – A Christmas to Remember.📍 Bartlesville Kiddie Park, Bartlesville, OK Bartlesville Kiddie Park
🕒 6 PM – 8 PM
Celebrate the season with rides, a holiday train, and festive snacks at the Kiddie Park. Santa will be there to greet children, while PartyTime DJ provides music, caroling, and karaoke fun. Concessions will offer popcorn, hot dogs, nachos, and hot chocolate. A perfect family night out to start the holidays!

🎤 November 21 – Cocktails & Crooning with Ann-Janette Webster
📍 Crossing 2nd, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 4:30 PM – 6:15 PM
Ease into the weekend with jazz tunes, love songs, and originals performed by Ann-Janette on the piano. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and happy hour food specials in a cozy atmosphere. A delightful way to relax and unwind with friends.

🎁 November 21 – The Gifts Marketplace.
📍 The Center, Bartlesville, OK Marketplace.
🕒 5 PM – 8 PM
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at this unique marketplace featuring local small businesses and artisans. Free admission with door prizes for attendees. Find one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting the community!

📚 November 24 – Treat Your Shelves Pop-Up Your Shelves
📍 RoSo's Coffee Co., LLC
🕒 10 AM – 2 PM
Shop a curated collection of books, including a special Christmas section, from Treat Your Shelves—The Bookish Boutique. Grab your favorite warm drink and find the perfect gift for the book lover in your life.

🎄 November 29 – Wonderland of Lights Opening Weekend
📍 Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve, Bartlesville, OK Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve
🕒 5 PM – 9 PM
Experience the magic of over 750,000 lights at this annual holiday tradition. Enjoy wagon rides, hot cider, cookies, and a glimpse of the Holiday Horseman. Admission: $7 for adults, $2 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under 3 and Woolaroc members. The event continues every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 22.

🍳 November 29 – Black Friday Brunch
📍 Gina's Wine Bar + Cigar Room, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 11 AM – 1 PM
Kick off Black Friday with complimentary breakfast and mimosas at Gina’s Wine Bar. Take advantage of one-day deals on wine, ci**rs, gift cards, and memberships. A stylish way to start your holiday shopping!

🎄 November 30 – Christmas in the Ville Opening Night
📍 Downtown Bartlesville, OK
🕒 5:30 PM
Join the Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce for the 8th Annual Christmas in the Ville kickoff! Festivities include food trucks, a tree lighting, live nativity, Santa photos, ice skating on real ice, carriage rides, and live entertainment. A magical evening to ring in the holiday season with the community.

11/16/2024

The sun is rising, and the house feels calm and cozy. You brew a cup of Outpost Coffee, letting its rich, local aroma fill the air…☕️

With your mug in hand, you step out onto the terrace. The morning is cool and quiet, the perfect backdrop for sipping your coffee and letting the day unfold slowly. 🧡🌿

This is what mornings at Talo are all about: simple comforts, local flavors, and peaceful moments.🍂

When will we see you here?🥰

11/13/2024

Welcome to Talo, a beautiful home in Bartlesville designed to be your comfortable escape…🧡🌿

Located just a 10-minute walk from the 12-mile Pathfinder Parkway - ideal for scenic strolls and bike rides - and only 5 minutes by car from Downtown Bartlesville with its cafes, restaurants, and historic sites.🏫

Our home has everything you need to settle in and enjoy your stay. With three stylish bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen for cozy nights in, and an outdoor grill and fire pit, Talo is ready to make you feel right at home.
We’re pet-friendly and filled with thoughtful details: books, puzzles, games, vinyl records, and a charming terrace for quiet mornings or evenings with family and friends.🥰

We’ve created this space with care, adding touches from our family’s story to make it unique and welcoming. We’re excited to share Talo with you and help make your time in Bartlesville as enjoyable as possible.

If you have questions, feel free to message us!🪴

11/03/2024

Staying at Talo and looking for something fun to do?
Check out these exciting events happening around town:

🌌 November 8 – Astronomy Night
📍 Keystone Ancient Forest, Sand Springs, OK
🕒 5 PM – 11 PM

Spend an evening under the stars at Keystone Ancient Forest! Begin with a scenic afternoon hike, then enjoy stargazing at dusk with telescopes provided by the Astronomy Club of Tulsa. Discover the wonders of the night sky in a beautiful natural setting. Free and open to all ages, no pets allowed.

🕰️ November 9 & 10 – Time Travelers Indoor Market
📍 Washington Park Mall, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 Saturday 11 AM – 7 PM, Sunday 12 PM – 6 PM
Explore a variety of antiques, collectibles, vintage toys, comics, jewelry, and more. Perfect for all ages!

🎨 November 9 – 6x6 Art Show
📍 Cooper & Mill Brewing Company, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 3 PM

Hosted by the Bartlesville Art Association, this event features 6x6-inch artworks from local and national artists, each available for $66. Enjoy food trucks and creative drinks from Cooper & Mill. Free to attend and open to everyone—come find a unique masterpiece to take home!

📜 November 15 – November Lunch and Learn
📍 Bartlesville Area History Museum, 401 S Johnstone Ave, 5th Floor, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 12 PM – 1 PM

Join the Bartlesville Area History Museum for a Lunch and Learn with guest speaker Dr. Michelle M. Martin, who will share insights from the Civil War era focusing on the experiences of women and children in the Cherokee Nation. Dr. Martin will discuss the diary of Hannah Worcester Hicks, providing a glimpse into the hardships of Indigenous communities during this period. Free to attend, with tables available for those bringing a lunch. Enjoy the museum’s exhibit “Social Life and Early Traditions,” open through December 31st.

🎶 November 15-16 – Pawhuska Western Swing Festival
📍 Osage County Fairgrounds & Constantine Theater, Pawhuska, OK

Step into the roots of Western Swing! Join us for two nights of lively music and dancing, featuring the Brazos Valley Boys on Friday and the Oklahoma Swing Band on Saturday. Enjoy the Fiddler's Contest at the historic Constantine Theater on Saturday morning and celebrate the legacy of Bob Wills and Texas Playboys. Tickets available online.

Book your stay at Talo and experience Bartlesville like a local! 🏡

10/31/2024

Every once in a while we have guests book Talo to celebrate a special occasion and ask for recommendations... 🌿🧡
We are so happy to connect them directly with incredibly talented local chefs like Chef Nook & Rylea of Restaurant Cicada who definitely know how to create an unforgettable private experience for our guests.

10/24/2024

We are so proud to be the part of this…🌿🧡Hilary Kamplain is absolutely amazing and all what she is doing…✨

Bartlesville chef host sold-out seasonal dinners, redefining local cuisine with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a sense of community.

10/22/2024

Last night at Talo, we hosted the final pop-up Harvest Table dinner of the season and it was absolutely perfect! 🍂✨
The weather, the guests, the food - everything came together for a truly special evening…🥰

The menu was absolutely delightful:
* Welcome Plate: House sourdough with whipped brown butter, chicharones, green chili apple cider caramel, and red chili thread
* First: Root vegetable terrine with fresh herb salad
* Second: Morels and marrow potpie with apple pickle
* Third: French gnocchi with coq au vin and microgreens
* Fourth: Porchetta with pecan jeweled rice, pumpkin, brown butter hollandaise, and fried sage
* Fifth: Spice cookies, whipped cheesecake, toasted white chocolate ganache, cinnamon meringue wheel, and chai whipped cream

We are so incredibly grateful to Hilary Kamplain for choosing Talo as the home for this beautiful series of dinners - it’s been such an honor to have her cooking in our kitchen.
A huge thank you to all of the guests who joined us throughout this journey, and to the local vendors who provided their amazing seasonal ingredients.
This series has been truly special to us, and we can’t wait for what next season will bring! 🧡🌿

👩‍🍳chef: Kamplain & Lunette
🍅produce: Ragtag Resilience

10/21/2024

Staying at Talo and looking for something fun to do?
Check out these exciting events happening around town:

🎃 October 24 – Pumpkin Decorating
📍 Frank Phillips Home
🕒 2 PM – 4 PM
Free pumpkin decorating on the lawn of the Frank Phillips Home. Sponsored by Arvest. 🎨🎃

🎬 October 26 – Outdoor Movie Night
📍 Country Bumpkin Pumpkin Patch
🕒 7:30 PM
Ladies 18+ event. Tickets must be bought in advance. Includes 2 movies (Hocus Pocus/Hocus Pocus 2), snacks, and drinks. Boo Basket Exchange will take place between movies—bring a basket full of spooky/fall goodies to participate. 🎥🎃🧺

👻 October 31 – Halloween Walk 2024
📍 Bartlesville Area History Museum, 401 S Johnstone Ave, 5th floor, Bartlesville, OK
🕒 1:30 PM – 3 PM
Family-friendly Halloween Walk and Costume Contest for kids 10 years or younger, with candy stops, games, and a selfie station. The event is free, but supplies are limited. 🍬🎃

🍻 November 2 – Hops for Hope: Fifteen & Fabulous Ray of Hope Advocacy Center
📍 Bartlesville Municipal Airport
🕒 6:30 PM
The 15th annual Hops for Hope, a home-brewing competition supporting Ray of Hope Advocacy Center. Enjoy beer tastings, small plates, music, a raffle, and a silent auction. Funds raised support survivors of child abuse and domestic violence. 🍺🎶

Book your stay at Talo and experience Bartlesville like a local! ✨🏡

10/16/2024

Imagine starting your morning at Talo like this:
Bright sunlight streaming into the living room, a vinyl record playing softly in the background, fresh eggs cooking, and a cool, crisp morning outside…🧡🍂
Enjoy breakfast on the terrace and soak in the peaceful vibes.☕️🥐
This could be your morning at Talo!…🥰

10/14/2024

Only 4 nights left in October at Talo! 🍂
This is the perfect time of year to experience the magic of fall. The days are cooler, the air is crisp, and Talo is all decked out with pumpkins and cozy autumn vibes…🍁🧡
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the beauty of the season - book your stay before it’s too late!🎃🎃🎃

10/05/2024

Autumn feels right at home in Talo...🧡🍂

09/30/2024

A warm evening, the soft song of cicadas, candlelight flickering, and a gentle breeze. The company was just right, and everything felt especially close and heartfelt…🧡🌿

This time, Talo had the pleasure of hosting the guests from Cicada Restaurant.

Chef Nook delivered an unforgettable experience, showcasing the incredible depth of Louisiana cuisine, with unique combinations of flavors and textures.🥘

The evening’s menu took our guests on a culinary journey:
✨ Crawfish Bisque – tomato, cream, tarragon
✨ Natchitoches Meat Pies – beef, spices
✨ Crawfish Roll – chow-chow, aioli
✨ Boudin Taco – creole crema, pickled onions
✨ Beignets – café au lait crema anglaise

It was a delightful celebration of local traditions, and our guests indulged in every moment of it. We can’t wait to welcome you to our next gathering!🥂🍽️

👩‍🍳chef: Restaurant Cicada & Nook New Orleans
🍅produce: Ragtag Resilience

09/27/2024

Today was a really special day for our family! 😇
We hosted a USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service training field day at Talo house…🌻
Staff members from all over Oklahoma came to see and learn how we practice no till, crop rotation, composting, mulching and build pollinator habit as small urban farmers on less than 1 acre with their goal of better serving and partnering with small farmers like us to build a more resilient food supply chain across the country.🌿🧡

09/27/2024

Looking for some local fun this October? Check out these exciting events happening around town! 🍁🎃

🎶 October 1 – Music on the Lawn
📍 Frank Philips Home
🕒 5:30 PM
Enjoy live music by AJ and the Evolution on a beautiful Fall evening. Bring a picnic and enjoy this free, family-friendly event.
Frank Phillips Home

🏕 October 3 - October 5 – Fall Trader's Encampment
📍 Woolaroc, Mountain Man Camp near Crystal Lake
⏰ 10 AM - 5 PM
Step back in time and experience a historically accurate 1840s settlement with traders and re-enactors. Crafts, goods, and history come to life!
Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

👩‍🍳 October 5 – Bartlesville Farmers Market
🥘 Chef's Demo
📍 8 AM – 11:30 AM
Chef Hilary Kamplain from Lunette and Et Al. Tulsa will create a dish using fresh, local ingredients.
Bartlesville Farmers Market

🍻 October 5 – OKM Octoberfest
📍 Dewey Ave. between 4th & 5th St.
🕒 12 PM – 8 PM
Celebrate Bavarian culture with bratwurst, pretzels, local beer, live music, and fun for the whole family!


🌍 October 5 – CommUNITY Fest
📍 Downtown Bartlesville, Unity Square
🕒 5 PM – 10 PM
Culturally diverse artisans, food, and music fill downtown Bartlesville. Stop by to see Ragtag Resilience with their VW bus Sunny, spinning fresh cotton candy! 🍬

🎃 October 12 – Boofest 2024
📍 Sooner Park
🕒 2 PM – 9 PM
Trunk or Treat, costume contest, vendors, and a movie screening await at this spooky family event.👻🎥
Bartlesville Sunfest

🤠 October 12 – Dewey Western Heritage Weekend & Wild West Show
📍 Downtown Dewey
🕒 Events: 12 PM – 6 PM, Wild West Show: 6:30 PM
Step into the Wild West with performances, rodeo events, and vendors. Admission is $10 for adults, and free for children under 12.
Western Heritage Weekend - Dewey,OK

🧄 October 12 – Bartlesville Farmers Market
🕒 8 AM – 11:30 AM
🎼 Live music: Leon Goodenough & Family
🍄Fall Photo Booth Pop UP from Ragtag Resilience
Bartlesville Farmers Market

🎉 October 12 - Gathering at the ROC
🕗 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🏞️ Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

The Gathering at the Roc is the main event of GATR, featuring a classic car show set in Woolaroc’s 3,700-acre wildlife preserve and museum. The day includes cultural performances, notably by the Osage Nation Tribal Dancers, an awards ceremony, and access to Woolaroc’s attractions.🎉

🍂Seasonal events

🍁 FALL FESTIVAL
📅 (Sept. 28 - Nov. 3)
📍 Oklahoma Heritage Farm
🕒 HOURS:
* Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 6 PM
* Friday & Saturday: 9 AM – 7 PM
* Sunday: 1 PM – 6 PM
🎃 The Pumpkin Patch Farm offers a 30-acre autumn adventure featuring a corn maze, hayrides, games, activities, animals, live entertainment, picnic areas, shopping, and a pumpkin patch for six weeks. It’s a full day of family fun!
Oklahoma Heritage Farm

🎃 The Country Bumpkin Pumpkin Patch
📅 (Sept. 28 - Okt. 27)
📍 Bartlesville Countryside
🕒 HOURS:
* Saturdays: 11 AM – 7 PM
* Sundays: 1 PM – 7 PM
🍂 Enjoy a corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin launching, kids' activities like duck races and barrel train rides. Seasonal treats and family fun await!
Country Bumpkin Pumpkin Patch

09/25/2024

Thank you for joining us for this September Harvest Dinner! 🧡🌿
Chef Hilary prepared a wonderful meal that was so comforting, everyone felt right at home.
And the lovely decorations and warm hospitality from Talo’s owners, Amanda and Matt, added an extra touch of coziness to this evening…✨

👩‍🍳chef: Hilary Kamplain & Lunette
🍅produce: Ragtag Resilience & Bartlesville Farmers Market

09/25/2024

Welcome to Talo, our charming Finnish-style farmhouse!
We're excited to share this unique space with you. Nestled in an urban farm setting, Talo offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.
Located just minutes from downtown Bartlesville and a short drive to Pawhuska, you'll have easy access to local attractions like Frank Lloyd Wright's Price Tower and the Pioneer Woman's Mercantile.
Whether you're here to explore Oklahoma's rich culture, experience farm life, simply relax in a unique setting, or host a special event, Talo is your perfect home away from home.

Follow our page for updates, local event information, and glimpses of life at Talo.
We can't wait to welcome you!