CHICKASHA — August 2-6



Indian Falls Creek Church Camp

• When: August 2-6

• Details: Fellowship of American Indians Church, 1217 W. Frisco in Chickasha. For information, please call Dr. John Edwards, pastor, at 405-274-3393



August 3



Chickasha Substitute Workshop

• When: Tuesday, Aug. 3, 8:30 a.m.

• Where:  Chickasha Middle School Cafeteria

• Details: To be considered for employment as a substitute, this workshop is mandatory. All applicants must have a High School Diploma and bring two forms of I.D.   For more information, please call Susan at Chickasha Schools at 222-6530.



Schwan’s Fundraiser

• When: Tuesday, August  3, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

• Where: Hope Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, 5th & Colorado

• Details: Schwan’s truck will be parked and taking orders from their stock. For information, call 405-224-2140.



CMS Fast Pitch Softball

• Where: Jr. High Baseball Field

• When: Start Up August 2nd at 2:00 p.m.

• More information:  contact Coach Darnell at 405-779-3488



AUGUST 4



Friend School enrollment

• When: August 4, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Friend School

• Details: Enrollment for all students. New students need to provide an official birth certificate, current shot record, social security number and address and phone from last school attended. Classes will begin Aug. 11.

• Contact: 224-3822 for additional information



Heroes Luncheon

• Who & What: The Chickasha Public School Foundation will sponsor its “Recognizing Our Heroes Luncheon.”

• When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 4

• Where: CHS Activity Center

• Contact: For more information or to make reservation. call (405) 222-6506, ext. 1009.



AUGUST 5

Audri King benefit

• Chances for a Weatherby Pump-Action 12 gauge shotgun

• Drawing to be held on August 5 at the Grady County Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pull

• Chances are available for purchase at Livingston Machinery, Bailey's Welding or call 222-9013 or 320-0083 for information.



Outlaw Tractor Pull

• When: August 5, 7 p.m,

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• Tickets: Available at Livingston Machinery, Chickasha New Holland and Chickasha Country Store



Grady County TEA Party

• When: Thursday, August 5, at 7 p.m.

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, 1401 Michigan, in Chickasha

• Details: A newly formed TEA Party from Blanchard will be special guests at the meeting.  Members of the Oklahoma City TEA Party will also be present to talk about their projects.  They have hosted rallies in the past including the ones on April 15, tax day. An update of training presented by the American Majority will be given.  Members have been involved in learning how to use communication tools, online resources, and networking to make a difference in communities.  Upcoming events will be discussed including the county fair and the chili cook off.

• Information: Please visit www.gradycountyteaparty.org for information or contact Mark Keeling at 314.4730.  We are non partisan and do not support any candidate.  Everyone is welcome to attend our meetings.  We encourage everyone to be an informed voter and exercise that right.



AUGUST 6



Pioneer School Enrollment

• When: Friday August 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Where: Pioneer School

• Details: All students must enroll.  New students must have birth certificate, updated immunization record, social security number and the mailing address of previous school attended.

• Classes start on Wednesday, Aug. 11 at 8:30 a.m.



AUGUST 7



Book Signing: ‘What She Knew'

• When: August 7, 10 a.m. - 12 noon

• Where: Chickasha Public Library

• Details: Marilyn Monroe's other story 'What She Knew', will soon be at a theatre near you and the authors of the popular book are in Chickasha for a limited time. So, come the book signing to get your first edition copy personally signed.  



Children/Teen Clothing

and School Supply Giveaway

• When: Saturday, August 7, 10 a.m. - 12 noon

• Where: Ninnekah Church of Christ, 1/4 mile west of 277 and Hwy. 81, next to the firestation.



Lions Club Golf Scramble

• When: August 7; teams register at 8 a.m. and tee off following

• Cost: $65 each or $130 for a two-person team

• Details: Teams must register in advance. Proceeds to help fund the Chickasha "Food for Kids" program and to provide generous assistance to area residents in need of eyeglasses.

• Contact: Ken Bohannon at 405-274-5476 for details or to register.



Christmas in August

School Supply Giveaway

• When: Saturday, Aug. 7, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Where: First Baptist Church, 102 E.  Dakota, directly across the street from Lincoln Elementary

• Details: For Chickasha Public Schools only



August 8



Griswold Family Reunion

• When:  August 8, 2010

• Where: Borden Park Community Center

• Lunch:  12:00

• Details: Bring your favorite food, dessert,  and drinks and look forward to a  great time of fellowship together. Friends of the Griswold family are cordially invited.



Mighty Mite Football

& Cheerleader sign-ups

• When: Aug. 8, 15 & 22, 2-4 p.m.

• Where: Hibbett’s Sports

• Registration: $50 per child

• Contact: Terry Mudd at 405-863-0553 for information.

August 9



Arts Council to meet

• When:  Mon., Aug. 9, 6:30 p.m.

• Where:  CAAC office, 502 W. Chickasha Ave., 2nd floor. Entry is on 5th street.

• Details: Major agenda items will be updates on the CAAC Booth at the Grady County Fair, Rose Hill Cemetery Tour on Sept. 18th, Rock Island Arts Festival 2010 (RIAF) on Oct. 1-2, and the Public Art Project for downtown Chickasha.  All those interested in promoting the arts and activities of the CAAC are welcome to attend the monthly meetings of CAAC (405-574-1320 and 405-222-4797) and the meetings of the RIAF 2010 planning committee (405-320-3164).



Chickasha School Board meeting

• When: August 9, 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Boardroom at the Administration Building, 900 W. Choctaw Ave.



Grady County Democratic Party

• When: August 12, 7 p.m.

• Where: Helen Ward Seminar Room C at the Canadian Valley Technology Center in the east end of the building,1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha

• Details: The agenda will include review and discussion of the Annual Fundraiser held June 24, 2010; continued commitments of support to candidates running in the November 2010 General Election; and planning for maintaining Party booths at the  Grady County Fair in August. Democratic c 0andidates running for offices to be filled in November will speak. Come and bring a friend. Help plan future Party activities.All Democrats and friends are welcome.  



AUGUST 13



Life Skills for Diabetes Management

• When: Friday, August 13, 1-2 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Public Library, Community Room

• Details: Learn about origin, nutrition, glucose monitoring, medication, exercise, activity and much more. Limited seating. Call today to reserves your seat. Call 405-224-5831, ext. 107.



AUGUST 13

Rush Springs Watermelon Festival

• When: August 14





AUGUST 12-15



Washita Theatre Grand Opening

• When: Aug. 12-15

• Where: Washita Theatre

• Details: Get your tickets for this historic inaugural show, 'Once Upon A Mattress'. Call 224-9021 for tickets and information.



AUGUST 15

Mighty Mite Football

& Cheerleader sign-ups

• When: Aug. 15, 2-4 p.m.

• Where: Hibbett’s Sports

• Registration: $50 per child

• Contact: Terry Mudd at 405-863-0553 for information.



AUGUST 17



Emergency Food Boxes

• Who: Households with a child under 18 or under who meets income requirements are eligible.

• When: Aug. 17, 9 a.m.

• Where: First Baptist Church Parking Lot Garage, 324 W. Colorado

• Information: Call 405-224-5196 for information.





AUGUST 19



Rock Island Arts Festival meeting

• When:  Aug. 19, 7 p.m.

• Where:  Chickasha Area Arts Council Office at 502 Chickasha Ave. The meetings are held on the second floor, above Tornado Alley. Enter the building on 5th Street

• Details: Information is available on the web, www.rockislandartsfestival.com or on Facebook.





AUGUST 21



Fundraiser for Sherri Cox-Lewis

• What: Pancake/sausage breakfast, silent auction and dance fundraiser

• When: Breakfast and silent auction 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.; dance at 8 p.m.

• Where: Elks Lodge, 1818 W. Country Club Rd.

• Details: Breakfast will be delivered to local businesses free of charge. The cost of breakfast is $5 . Take-outs will be available by calling 224-3205 the morning of Aug. 21. On Saturday evening, a dance featuring the band Flat Broke will begin at 8 p.m. Admission to the dance is $10.  

• To make a donation: silent auction items may call Lisa at 222-7877 or Liz at 224-7431.







Now - August 20



Youth Flag Football Sign-Up

• Where: Chickasha YMCA

• Registration:  Now - August 20th

• Who: young people ages 5-14.  

• Details: Practice is scheduled to begin August 23 with games starting on Sept. 11.  For more information, please contact the YMCA at 224-2281.





AUGUST 22

Mighty Mite Football

& Cheerleader sign-ups

• When: Aug. 22, 2-4 p.m.

• Where: Hibbett’s Sports

• Registration: $50 per child

• Contact: Terry Mudd at 405-863-0553 for information.





AUGUST 26



Rock Island Arts Festival meeting

• When:  August 26,  7 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Area Arts Council office, above Tornado Alley

• Details: Information is available on the web, www.rockislandartsfestival.com, or on Facebook.



AUGUST 26-28



Grady County Fair

• When: Aug. 26-28

• Where: Grady Co. Fairgrounds

• Details: Come join the fun. New this year:  PIE CONTEST. Call 224-2216 for details.





AUGUST 27

Lifeline Bereavement Luncheons

• Where:  LifeLine Home Health and Hospice Conference Room, 17th & Iowa

• When: Aug. 27, noon

• Details: For further information please contact Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.



Bright Smiles for Education

• Who & What: The Chickasha Public School Foundation will sponsor Bright Smiles for Education.

• When: 8:30 a.m. to noon Aug. 27

• Where: 29th Street Dental Care, 2900 W. Grand Avenue, Chickasha.

• Contact: For more information, call (405) 222-0222.







September 7



‘Something Worthwhile’

• Where: Epworth United Methodist Church

• When:  Tues., Sept. 7, meal at 6 p.m.

• Speaker: Kicking off this year’s event  as inspirational speaker is Congresswoman Mary Fallin.  She represents the Fifth District of Oklahoma, which includes most of Oklahoma County and all of Pottawatomie and Seminole Counties. Ms. Fallin is the first woman to represent Oklahoma in Congress since 1920.  She will be sharing a meaningful and special faith message with the ladies.  

• Details: This outreach ministry, sponsored by the ladies of Epworth Church, is held eight times yearly. Each event features a sit-down dinner at 6 p.m., where ladies are treated to a delicious home-cooked meal, served on a beautifully decorated table, and have no worries about cleaning-up after the meal.  Following the meal, which is only $5.00, attendees enjoy an energetic and motivating speaker who shares how her faith has helped her through challenges, successes and day-to-day living.

• Reservations: For each ‘Something Worthwhile’ event, advance reservations are required and free childcare is available upon request. All reservations are made by calling Bobi at 320-0240. Reservations for the Sept. 7 event may be made beginning Aug. 1, and they will be taken until all seats are filled. However, no reservations will be taken after 3 p.m. on Fri., Sept. 3.   For more information, contact Joyce at 224-6225.   



September 9



Rock Island Arts Festival meeting

• When:  Sept. 9, 7 p.m.

• Where:  Chickasha Area Arts Council Office at 502 Chickasha Ave. The meetings are held on the second floor, above Tornado Alley. Enter the building on 5th Street

• Details: Information is available on the web, www.rockislandartsfestival.com or on Facebook.



September 11



Washita Valley Bluegrass Festival

• When: Sept. 11, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds, NE building

• Information: Five bands scheduled. Call Doris Williams at 405-222-2008 or Janis Lindsey 405-831-6766.



History Walk

• When: Sept. 17, 4-5:30 & 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Downtown Chickasha

• Details: Guided tours and the information about the following entities: Wahita Theatre, The Dixie, Petroleum Building, and First National Bank & Trust Co. Reception to follow at Rock Island Depot. Tickets are free and may be picked up at the Chickasha Chamber of Commerce office, 221 Chickasha Ave. Volunteers are needed. Call 405-224-0787 for information.



September 23



Rock Island Arts Festival meeting

• When:  Sept. 23, 7 p.m.

• Where:  Chickasha Area Arts Council Office at 502 Chickasha Ave. The meetings are held on the second floor, above Tornado Alley. Enter the building on 5th Street

• Details: Information is available on the web, www.rockislandartsfestival.com or on Facebook.





September 24



Lifeline Bereavement Luncheons

• Where:  LifeLine Home Health and Hospice Conference Room, 17th & Iowa

• When: Sept. 24, noon

• Details: For further information please contact Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.



SEPTEMBER 30



Rock Island Arts Festival meeting

• When:  Sept. 30,  7 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Area Arts Council office, above Tornado Alley

• Details: Information is available on the web, www.rockislandartsfestival.com, or on Facebook.





OCTOBER 9



Gene Watson in concert

• When: Saturday, Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha High School Auditorium

• Ticket Sales: begin August 20th, 10 a.m.

• Info/tickets at (405) 243-7252



OCTOBER 14-16



Auto Fall Swap Meet

• When: Oct. 14-16

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



OCTOBER 22



Lifeline Bereavement Luncheon

• Where:  LifeLine Home Health and Hospice Conference Room, 17th & Iowa

• When: Oct. 22, noon

• Details: For further information please contact Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.





November 19



Lifeline Bereavement Luncheon

• Where:  LifeLine Home Health and Hospice Conference Room, 17th & Iowa

• When: Nov. 19, noon

• Details: For further information please contact Jeff Atwell or Holly Jerman, MSW at 405-222-2051.



Fundraisers



Cookbook Fundraiser

• Cost: $10 each

• Contact: Stacy Brown at 224-1717

• Details: Glenhaven residents have compiled their favorite recipes and have put into a book available for purchase.  The proceeds from the book will go toward the Glenhaven residents Christmas fund.

 



On-Going Activities



Baby Food, Baby & Maternity Clothes Giveaways

• When: Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

• Where: Women's Care Pregnancy Center, 1201 W. Choctaw Ave.



Farmer's Market

• When: Weekly Tuesday & Saturday, 7 a.m. - noon (or sold out)

• Where: Southwest corner at 7th & Chickasha

• Details: Fresh, local produce, crafts and canned goods are available for purchase.





TOPS Weight Loss Support

• What: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a weekly support group that promotes a healthy lifestyle and supports sensible weight loss. Open to men and women of all ages.

• When: Every Monday, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First Christian Church basement, 202 S. 6th, Chickasha

• Details:  Visitors are invited to attend an introductory meeting, call 405-473-6183, or email tafeese@gmail.com for more information.



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.



Ducks Unlimited reorganization

• When: Wednesday, 7p.m.

• Where: Temazcal Restaurant, 117 N 2, Chickasha

• Details: Local volunteers are bringing Ducks Unlimited back to town. The group invites conservation-minded people to join them in reforming the local chapter in Chickasha. For additional information, please call 222-1510 or 222-4799.



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.



Southwest Oklahoma Lupus Support Group

• Where: Bancfirst building, 128 W. Main St. in Marlow

• Meetings are held at the same time every month, however we are currently looking to relocate due to scheduling conflicts. For information, please contact Lindsay Vocht at 570-498-3170 or Shelly Quisenberry at 580-704-9620. Join us on our Facebook page,  Southwest Oklahoma Lupus Support Group.



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





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 of the month, 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

• 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



Pocasset

Senior Citizens Potluck

• When: June 12, 2010,noon- 4 p.m.

• 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.