AROUND THE AREA: Local Events & Activities

DECEMBER 10



Adult Learning Center

• What: Oklahoma high school diploma exam schedule

• When: Dec. 10, 2009

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

• Cost: $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. 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.

• Details: Photo I.D. required to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. 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.





Chapter DV of PEO

• What: Christmas party noon luncheon with a cookie exchange

• When: Dec. 10, noon

• Details: Hostess will be Marilyn Ramsey with co-hostess Carol Varley. Please bring three dozen cookies.





Grady Co. Democratic Party

• When: Thursday, Dec. 10, 7 p,m.

• Where: Canadian Valley Tech Center, Seminar Room C in the east end of the main building, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, OK

• Details: The agenda will include plans for 2010 and the election of a permanent Chair and Vice-Chair. Contact Dr. Keith Harrison, Secretary, 1-405-224-8604 for info.



DECEMBER 11



Craft Fair

• When: Dec. 11, 7 a.m - 5 p.m.

• Where: Grady Memorial Hospital basement, classroom 1 & 2

• Info: call Debbie 405-779-2278





Glenhaven

Assisted Living Center

• What: Christmas Bazaar

• When: 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11

• Where: 404 S. 29th St., Chickasha

• Details: Funds raised will to to the center's Activity Fund. For more information, call Stacy Brown at 224-1717.





Homesteaders

Christmas Variety Show

• When: Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m.

• Where: Sunray Baptist Church, 2223 N. 9th St. in Purcell

• Details: Admission is free to this event, but a love offering will be taken, For more information, please call 405-527-6808



DECEMBER 12



Around the Clock Fitness

Grand Opening

• When: Saturday, Dec. 12,

• Where: 413 W. Chickasha, formerly The Rock





Pictures with Santa

• When: Dec. 12, 2-4 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Lumber Co., 1620 S. 4th St.

• Details: Free 5x7 pic with Santa, also register to win a bike for Christmas. Info: 405-224-6152 or 1-800-310-6152





All Day MusicFest

• When: Dec. 12, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, 200 N. 18th

• Details: For information, call Doris Williams 405-222-2008 or email edndoris2006@yahoo.com





Christmas Tour of Homes

• When: Dec. 12, 2009, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Homes to toured: Dan and Cindy Andrulonis, 2604 Lakewood Drive; Charles and Holly Ferguson, 104 Maple Lane; Pete and Twyla Palmer, 4007 Hickory Stick; Mike and Teresa Prochaska, 1827 S. 29th Street

• Details: Tickets are $10. Tickets are available at any Chickasha bank, flower shop, or many other businesses.

• For info: 405-517-1171. All proceeds benefit the Resurrection House of Chickasha.



Kayden Ward Benefit

• When: Dec. 13, 2-6 p.m.

• Where: USAO Ballroom, 1727 W. Alabama

• Details: Silent auction and musical performances to help provide support to Kayden Ward and family as Kayden fights Congenital Lymphedema. For info, go to www.babykayden.org



DECEMBER 14



Chickasha Area

Arts Council

• What: The Chickasha Area Arts Council will host its regular meeting.

• When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14

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

• Details: Please enter on the north side. Major agenda items include receiving updates on Jaruba’s two-day drumming workshop in Jan. at Oddfellows Music Hall; planning CAAC-sponsored workshops to be held in the spring and summer; discussing the formation of a 2010 Rock Island Arts Festival Planning Committee; and making plans for the 2010 Rose Hill Cemetery Tour. A special ‘Mid-Year CAAC Membership’ is being offered this month by the CAAC. This membership would make a nice stocking stuffer for family and friends who enjoy the Arts.

• 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.



DECEMBER 15



Santa's Workshop

• What: Application deadline

• When: Dec. 15

• Details: Applications may be picked up at DHS, Grady Co. Health Dept. or the Chickasha Chamber of Commerce. Applications should be returned to the same place they were received. For more information, please call 405-224-8256, M-F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.



DECEMBER 19



Grady County Opry

• When: Dec. 19, 7 p.m.

• 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.





Holiday Concert

• When: Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: USAO's Troutt Hall Auditorium

• Details: Recording artist Gary Morris will perform a holiday concert. Tickets & info available by calling 405-574-2713 or by stopping by the following businesses: First National Bank, all locations; Chickasha Honda, Chickasha Chamber of Commerce.



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



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.



English as a second language

• What: An adult (16 years and older) based class for individuals whose first language is NOT English.

• When: Monday & Wednesday evenings, 5:30 - 8 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Quality Academy, 102 N. 9th St.

• Details: Childcare provided. Classes also available in El Reno & Mustang. Enroll in person for free class. Call 405-222-6562 for information.



Kid's Crew Worship

• Who: First Baptist Church, Chickasha

• When: Sundays, 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.





Chickasha Deaf Chat Coffee

• What: Social get-together

• When: 6-11 p.m., every fourth Friday of each month, if there is a date conflict ; changes will be posted.

• Where: Java Dave's Coffee Cafe, 1724 S. 4th St., Chickasha

• Details: Hosted by Dewey C. Mosshart, IV. Deaf Chat Coffee is for anyone interested in meeting deaf people, improving their sign language, debating any subject or playing games. All are welcome.





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.





Grady County TEA Party

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

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