FEBRUARY 4



Borden Center Dance

• What: Ron Stanley and the True Country Band with Twin Fiddles will provide the music for a community dance.

• When: 7-9:30 p.m., Feb. 4

• Where: Borden Park Community Center



Poetry Reading

• When: Thursday, Feb. 4 7 p.m.

• Where: OddFellows Music Hall, 118 S. 4th St., between Kansas Ave. and Chickasha Ave. on the west side

• Details: Carol Hamilton, Featured Poet. There will be an open mic available, so guests are encouraged to read one or two of their own poems or those of favorite poets. There is no admission fee to attend the Poetry Reading, and refreshments are available. For more information, contact Rockford Johnson, 224-0160 or 317-7506.



Grady County TEA Party

• When: Feb. 4, 7 p.m.

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, Helen Ward Seminar Center, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

• Details: For more information, please contact Mark Keeling at 405-314-4730 or email gradycountyteaparty@yahoo.com. You may also visit www.gradycountyteaparty.com for additional information.



Small Business Development Series

"Planning for Business."

• When: Feb. 4, 6-8 p.m;

• Where: Room P211, Moore Norman Conference Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania in Oklahoma City.

• Details: For a map showing the

location of the workshops, go online to http://mntechnology.com/about-mntc/south-penn-campus. There is a registration fee of $10.00 for each session. Registration is strongly encouraged and can be made online at www.ruralenterprises.com or by calling 405-319-8190 .



FEBRUARY 4-8



Family mediation course

• When: Feb 4-8, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• Details: This course meets the training requirements for professional mediators to qualify under District Court Mediation Act and is approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for mandatory continuing education credit. Pre-registration is required and is limited to 20 participants. For more info, call Jim Stovall at 405-607-8914 or go to www.mediationinstitute.net



FEBRUARY 5



Haitian benefit concert

• When: Feb. 5, 7 p.m.

• Where: Grand Assembly of God, 102 W. Almar Drive, 224-0968

• Details: Donations will be accepted, no cost to attend. A representative from the Red Cross will be on hand to accept the donations. Local church choirs & bands as well as youth bands, will be performing including the First Assembly Youth Band, Full Gospel choir and local band, Mota. To be involved, please contact Aaron Bird at 405-222-8993.



Optimists' "Groundhog Day"

• When: Friday, Feb. 5, 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Where: First Baptist Church, 4th & Colorado, Chickasha

• Details: Tickets, $5 per person. Under 6 eat free. Meal includes sausage, pancakes, coffee, milk, orange juice. Dine in will be all you can eat. Delivery available.



FEBRUARY 6



Clothing Giveaway

• When: Feb. 6, 2010, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

• Where: First and Georgia Church of Christ, 116 Georgia Ave., Chickasha.

• Details: Free clothes & shoes for men, women, children. Other items may be available. Call 405-224-1438 for additional info.



Pom Mini-Clinic

• When: Sat. Feb. 6, 2-5 p.m.

• Where: CHS Activity Center

• Details: Sponsorship and registration deadline is January 22. Late registrations will not receive a t-shirt. Proceeds from the Pom Mini Clinic will be used for choreography, competition and technique class expenses. Mini Clinic registration forms are available from any CHS Pom Chick as well as Mary White (370-8788), Jo Singleton (224-6732) and Ms. Jeanie Lee, Grand Elementary School.



Oklahoma Bluegrass Club concert

• When: Saturday, February 6, 2010; 7 p.m.

• Where: Kerr Middle School, 2300 S. Linda Lane, Del City

• Details: Admission is $6.00 for adults, OBC members $5.00, ages 14-16 years is $1.50 and under 14 years is free. For more information you may contact Pat Pogue, Program Chairman, 1713 S. Everest OKC, Ok. 73129, 405-677-1509 cell 405-760-3064 or Bill Scott, President, 1907 Boren Blvd. Seminole, Ok. 74868, 405-382-7182.



FEBRUARY 8



Chickasha FFA Labor Auction

• When: Monday, Feb. 8, dinner at 6 p.m.; auction at 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds



FEBRUARY 9



Verden FFA Trophy Auction

• When: Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Verden Cafeteria

• Details: RSVP by Feb. 5. Call Mr. Boles 405-203-8543 or email rmboles@msn.com.



FEBRUARY 11



Storytelling and Soul Food Evening

• What: "A Room with a Vision,"the story of the newly-restored Verden Separate One Room Schoolhouse, hosted by Loretta Y. Jackson. The event features a performance by DeLanie Brewer, directed by W. Jerome Stevenson.

• When: 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 11

• Where: USAO ballroom, 17th and Alabama in Chickasha

• Details: A $15 donation includes admission to the event and a delicious soul food meal. For tickets, call Loretta Jackson at 405-224-5297 before Feb. 5. This program is funded in part by a grant from the Oklahoma Humanities Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of OHC or NEH.



Small Business Development Series

"Nuts and Bolts of Business Construction."

• When: Feb. 11, 6-8 p.m;

• Where: Room P211, Moore Norman Conference Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania in Oklahoma City.

• Details: For a map showing the

location of the workshops, go online to http://mntechnology.com/about-mntc/south-penn-campus. There is a registration fee of $10.00 for each session. Registration is strongly encouraged and can be made online at www.ruralenterprises.com or by calling 405-319-8190 .



FEBRUARY 13



All-Day Music Fest

• When: Saturday,February 13; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, 200 N. 18th, Chickasha. 405-222-9182

• Details: Come enjoy fellowship and good music with several familiar bands. Donuts and coffee at 9; covered dish lunch - bring a dish and join us at 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Donations accepted. Next MusicFest: Feb 13. For information, call Doris at 405-222-2008 or email edndoris2006@yahoo.com



Sweetheart Dance

• When: Feb. 13, 8 p.m. - close

• Where: Eagles Lodge, East on Hwy. 19

• Details: Featuring the Roland Bowling Band from OKC. Cost is $10 for men, ladies free. Free keg beer until gone. Proceeds go to the Eagles charity fund of the month. Must be 21 to enter. For info, call 405-224-4070.



FEBRUARY 15



Stitching Memories Quilt Guild

• When: Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at 6 p.m.

• Where: Duncan Senior Citizen Center

• Details: The Guild provides a unique opportunity for quilters of all levels to come together and share finished or unfinished items, demonstrations, and experiences. Everyone is welcome to come and join or visit the group to learn or share their knowledge of the quilting world. For more information, call Dottie at 580-255-0244 or e-mail quilt_girl@sbcglobal.net.



FEBRUARY 18



Rock & Roll Heaven - The World Tour

• What: A tribute to three rock and roll legends who have passed away, Elvis, Buddy Holly & Roy Orbison

• When: One night only -- Thurs., Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha High School auditorium

• Details: Reserved seat tickets for “Rock and Roll Heaven” are $20 and will go on sale Jan. 8 at 10:00 a.m. by calling OK Music Show at 243-7252. Callers can use a Visa or MasterCard, or pay with a personal check. For more info, contact Bruce McGrew at (405) 243-7252



GED Exam Schedule

• When: Feb. 16 and 18, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. ($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call 405-222-6562 for additional information. Fax 405-222-6561.



Small Business Development Series

"Marketing for Growth."

• When: Feb. 18, 6-8 p.m;

• Where: Room P211, Moore Norman Conference Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania in Oklahoma City.

• Details: For a map showing the

location of the workshops, go online to http://mntechnology.com/about-mntc/south-penn-campus. There is a registration fee of $10.00 for each session. Registration is strongly encouraged and can be made online at www.ruralenterprises.com or by calling 405-319-8190 .



FEBRUARY 19



Bereavement Support Group

• Where: LifeLine Hospice Office, 1701 Iowa, Chickasha.

• When: February 19, noon. Call for add'l. dates.

• Details: LifeLine Staff will provide lunch. Our topic for this month is Good Grief and will be presented by Brother Jeff Atwell, LifeLine Hospice Chaplain. If you are interested in attending the group or need further information, please contact Bro. Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.



FEBRUARY 20



Survivor Sweetheart Breakfast

• When: Feb. 20, 2010, 9-11 a.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center

• Details: We will be serving pancakes, sausage, fruit & drinks. RSVP to Marcy Langle at 405-520-4107 or email mlangle@suddenlink.net



YMCA Adult Football League

• Registration: now until Feb. 20

• Where: Chickasha YMCA, 8th & Chickasha Ave., 405-224-2281

• Details: Ages 16 & up. $40 per person registration fee for non YMCA members; $20 for members



FEBRUARY 23



Relay For Life Committee

• When: Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m..

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



FEBRUARY 24



Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

• When: Feb 24, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group



FEBRUARY 25



Small Business Development Series

"Financial Basics and Financial Sourcing"

• When: Feb. 25, 6-8 p.m;

• Where: Room P211, Moore Norman Conference Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania in Oklahoma City.

• Details: For a map showing the

location of the workshops, go online to http://mntechnology.com/about-mntc/south-penn-campus. There is a registration fee of $10.00 for each session. Registration is strongly encouraged and can be made online at www.ruralenterprises.com or by calling 405-319-8190 .



FEBRUARY 27



Republican Lincoln Day Banquet

• When: 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27

• Where: USAO ballroom, 17th and Alabama

• Details: Special guest speaker will be Congressman Tom Cole. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at Steelman's, 410 Chickasha Ave. or by calling Republican Chairman Wade Steelman at 405-224-2036. Ticket deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 24.



MARCH 2



Grady County Retired Educators Association (GCREA)

• What: OREA Statewide Legislative Lobby Day and Luncheon

• When: March 2, 2010, registration beginning at 8:30 a.m.

• Where: Oklahoma State Capitol, 2300 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City

• Who: ALL OREA members and friends

• Purpose: Lobby legislators on behalf of OREA legislative goals

• Attendance: GOAL of 300 OREA members, or two members per legislator (48 Senate, 101 House)

• Cost: Personal travel expense to and from OKC, with lunch provided by OREA

• Details: Commitment by all OREA members at every level is urged. Legislators value the opinions of local constituents. Cut-out this reminder and place it on your calendar. For additional information and carpooling, contact Dr. Keith Harrison, President, GCREA at 405-224-8604.

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MARCH 7



Girl Scout Cookie Sales

• When: Now thru March 7, 2010

• Details: Cookies are $3.50 per box. Flavors include thin mints, do-si-dos, lemon chalet cremes, trefoils, thank u berry munch, dulce de leche, samoas, and tagalongs. For more information, visit us on the web at www.gswestok.org or call toll-free 800-698-0022



MARCH 11



GED Exam Schedule

• When: Mar. 9 and 11, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



MARCH 23



Relay For Life Committee

• When: March 23, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



MARCH 24



Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

• When: March 24, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group



MARCH 29



Youth track sign-up

• Ages: 5-14 years

• Registration: March 20-29

• Where: Chickasha YMCA, 8th & Chickasha Ave., 405-224-2281

• Details: $45 per person registration fee for non YMCA members; $35 for members



APRIL 15



VITA Tax Preparation Available

• What: Free Oklahoma & federal income tax preparation by IRS certified preparers

• When Jan. 29 - Apr. 15, by appt.

• Where: Epworth United Methodist Church, 4th & Iowa, Chickasha

• Details: Call 405-224-6225 for more information. VITA, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, is a program geared to assist families. This service is provided by the IRS VITA program and Epworth United Methodist Church. Participants may receive refunds in as little as 7-10 days.



GED Exam Schedule

• When: Apr. 13 and 15, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



APRIL 27



Relay For Life Committee

• When: April 27, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



APRIL 28



Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

• When: April 28, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group

• Details: This is also Bank Day



MAY 6-8



Chickasha Antique Auto Spring Swap Meet

• When: May 6-8

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



MAY 13



GED Exam Schedule

• When: May 11 and 13, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



MAY 25



Relay For Life Committee

• When: May 25, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



JUNE 5



Chickasha Antique Auto Car Show

• When: June 5

• Where: Rock Island Train Depot

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



JUNE 17



GED Exam Schedule

• When:June 15 and 17, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



OCTOBER 14-16



Chickasha Antique Auto Fall Swap Meet

• When: Oct. 14-16

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



SUPPORT GROUPS



Cancer Support Group

• When: Every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Grady Memorial Hospital Administrative Conference Room, go in front entrance, go to the left of the elevators toward radiology.

• Details: These meetings are for anyone dealing with cancer. Meetings are sponsored by the American Cancer Society and Grady Memorial Hospital. For information, call Alyson Kopycinski, 224-2300 or Maggie Griffith, 222-2551



Grief Recovery

• When: First and third Thursdays at 6 p. m.

• Where: Options Counseling Services, Inc., 420 W. Country Club Rd., Chickasha

• Details: Grief issues related to death, chronic illness, divorce, change in health, disaster victim, loss of employment, caregiver for chronically ill or other concerns will be discussed. To register call 405-222-3018, sponsored by Ross Health Care.



DivorceCare

• What: DivorceCare, a weekly support group and seminar conducted by people who understand divorce.

• When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Sunday

• Where: Epworth United Methodist Church in the New Life Center, north door.



Autism Spectrum

• What: The Autism Spectrum Disorder Group, parents, caregivers and teachers.

• When: First Tuesday of the month, 6:45 - 8 p. m.

• Where: Facilitated by Options Counseling Service, Inc., 420 W. Country Club Rd., Suite Two

• Details: Call 405-222-3018 for information. No childcare is available.



Diabetes Support Group

• Where: 1st Floor Conference Room of the Hospital.

• Details: If you or someone you know is struggling with diabetes or have questions about diabetes, call the Diabetes Center, 405-779-2130, for more information.



ON-GOING



Relay for Life Fundraiser

• What: Pink Ribbon tote (23x15x5) for $15, personalized for an add'l. $5

• When: Orders being taken now

• Details: Contact Glenda or Shelly at 405-224-4622 or by email shelly.mcconnell@midwesttowers.com or glenda.kelsey@midwesttowers.com



Bereavement Support Group

• Where: LifeLine Hospice Office, 1701 Iowa, Chickasha.

• Details: Call for monthly meeting dates.. LifeLine Staff will provide lunch. Our topic for this month is Good Grief and will be presented by Brother Jeff Atwell, LifeLine Hospice Chaplain. If you are interested in attending the group or need further information, please contact Bro. Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.





GED Review & Exam

Basic Skills Review

Eighth Grade Reading Proficiency

Paraprofessional Review & Exam

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 W. Kansas. Locations available in El Reno, Mustang, Newcastle, Tuttle & Yukon

• When: Classes vary, M-Th.

• Details: Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



English as a Second Language

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 W. Kansas Avenue. Locations also available in El Reno & Mustang.

• When: M/W 5:30 - 8 p.m.

• Details: Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



Soup Kitchen

• When: Saturdays & Sundays, 1-2:30 p.m.

• Where: Lighthouse Ministries Church, 305 Chickasha Ave.

• Details: Call our prayer line 405-414-8634



Pocasset Senior Citizens Potluck

• Where: Community Building in Pocasset

• Details: Potluck meal, fellowship, dominoes. Come join the fun. Call 459-6588 for more information. This is held on the second Saturday every month.



Kid's Crew Worship

• Who: First Baptist Church, Chickasha

• When:Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

• Details: A worship service designed especially for students in grade K-5. Rides are available by calling 224-5196. Vans run at 9 a.m. for Sunday school and again at 11:45 a.m. to return children home.



Borden Community Center

• What: Free Line Dance Lessons

• When: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mondays of the month; 1-3 p. m.

• Details: Call Kathy Prigmore at 224-0331 for information

• What: Performances by Small Town Country.

• When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Tuesday.

• What: Performances by True Country

• When: 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Thursday.



Terrific Tuesday

• What: Fun and fellowship for seniors & caregivers

• When: Fourth Tuesday of the month

• Where: Life Center at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4th & Iowa

• Details: Bring a sack lunch. Caregivers may drop persons in their care off and run errands or may stay and enjoy the activities. For information, please call 224-3320.



Blessed Women to meet

• What: Non-denominational community gathering of women

• When: Last Friday every month at covered dish at 6 p.m.; service 7 p.m.

• Where: Lighthouse Ministries, 305 W. Chickasha Ave,

Details: For information, call 405-414-8634



Grady County Opry

• Where: Grady Co. Fairgrounds

• Details: Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children age 7-12; under 7 free. Family of four pack $20. Call 405-320-0055 for more info. Concession will be available.



Blood Drive

• Details: Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) will reward each donor’s giving spirit with a warm beanie cap. Anyone, who is healthy and 17 years or older, can donate blood. Contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at (877)-340-8777. Donors always receive free health screenings and Members for Life points, redeemable for merchandise from OBI’s online store.



Chickasha Antique Auto Club

• What: Monthly meeting

• When: Fourth Tuesday of the months, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Rock Island Depot

• Details. Meeting are open to anyone interested in the antique car club and their activities.



Grady County TEA Party

• When: Monthly on the first Thursday

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, Helen Ward Seminar Center, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

• Details: For more information, please contact Mark Keeling at 405-314-4730 or email gradycountyteaparty@yahoo.com. You may also visit www.gradycountyteaparty.com for additional information.



Grady County Democratic Party

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, Helen Ward Seminar Center "C" in the east end of the main building, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

• Details: Contact Dr. Keith Harrison, Secretary, 1-405-224-8604 for additional information.*



Chickasha Area Arts Council

• What: Regular Meeting

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd St. and Chickasha Ave.

• Details: Please enter on the north side. M

• Contact Information: 222-4797 or 222-1486. All those interested in promoting the arts and activities of the CAAC are welcome to attend the monthly meetings. Contacts are 574-1320 and 222-4797.



All-Day Music Fest

• When: Saturday,February 139; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, 200 N. 18th, Chickasha. 405-222-9182

• Details: Come enjoy fellowship and good music with several familiar bands. Donuts and coffee at 9; covered dish lunch - bring a dish and join us at 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Donations accepted. Next MusicFest: Feb 13. For information, call Doris at 405-222-2008 or email edndoris2006@yahoo.com