VBS dates set
for Indian Church
The Fellowship of American Indian Church, 1217 W. Frisco, will be having Vacation Bible School June 8-12 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. There will be games, cheerleading, arts and crafts, Bible study and other activities. Snacks will be provided. For a ride call 274-3393 and for more information call the church at 222-0760. This event is sponsored by Missouri Missionary Baptist Church.
Indian Taco sale set for June 5
North Hope Church, located 619 Iowa, will be selling indian tacos from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 5 for $5 to raise money for the church camp Team Round-up in Duncan. For orders or more information call Mitzi Fulton at 779-1369.
Revival set to start June 7
The Pentecostal Church of God, 1028 N. 11th St. in Chickasha, will host a revival from June 7 to June 12. Sunday night the service will start at 6 p.m. and week nights it will begin at 7 p.m. Evangelist Bob Jones will be preaching “Jesus Christ: Sweeping the nation with the Holy Ghost and fire, burning up every trace of sin, letting the light of His glorious gospel in.” For more information contact pastor Delbert Comstock at 405-224-0416.
GOP Round-Up
set for June 18
You are invited to an evening of fun, food, and fellowship with fellow Republicans at the Grady County Republican Round Up to be held Thuesday, June 18 at 6 p.m. at the Grady County Fairgrounds. The keynote speaker will be Senate President Pro Tempore Glen Coffee. County and state elected officials will be introduced during the evening. The cost is $10 per person or $100 per table with seating for 10. Please contact Wade Steelman at 224-2036 or Margaret Scott at 224-6774 for reservations or questions.
Art at the Rock fundraiser set
The Chickasha Area Arts Council’s Art at the Rock fundraiser home tour will be held Saturday, June 20 at the home of Leman and Louise Spoon, at the corner of 29th and Grand. Tickets are $40 per person and proceeds go to support Chickasha’s first-ever Rock Island Arts Festival. For tickets, call Susan Gearhart at 405-222-4797 or susan@gearhartfamily.com. To learn more, visit www.rockislandartsfestival.org.
CHS class of ‘99 reunion June 13
The CHS class of 1999 reunion will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 in the St. Joseph’s activity center, 214 S. 7th St. If you are part of this class, please contact Leslie Neal at 405-264-6330 or chickashahighschoolclassof99@hotmail.com.
Rural Neighbors to host garage sale
Twenty three OHCE Rural Neighbors members are hosting a fantastic sale of combined items including antiques, baked goods, clothing, books and miscellaneous items too numerous to mention. The sale will be held Saturday, June 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the old Public Service Office at 500 W. Chickasha Ave. All proceeds will be used for scholarships. Monetary donations or items to sell are welcome. Please call Rosalie at 224-4934 or Joyce at 224-6547 for more information.
Arts Council to host annual meeting
The annual membership dinner meeting of the Chickasha Area Arts Council is Monday, June 8 at 6 p.m. at 224 S. 14th Street, Chickasha. Those planning to attend are asked to call 222-4797 or 574-1320 and make a reservation for the dinner. Major agenda items will be receiving updates on the Rock Island Arts Festival and the RIAF fundraising event at the Spoon home on Saturday, June 20 from 2-4 p.m., looking at CAAC membership policies and the website, voting on our new directors and learning about and suggesting new CAAC activities. All Arts Council members and others who have ideas and are interested in promoting the arts and cultural events in the community are invited and encouraged to attend.
Oklahoma Salers Field Day set
The Oklahoma Salers Association is holding their first judging field day on June 6 at Ninnekah. Everyone is welcome to attend. The field day is being hosted by Monte Rowell at 731 County Road 1450 Ninnekah. The Salers association is promoting their breed and will have six classes to be judged by 4-H, FFA, and Adults. Awards will be presented after lunch which is being provided by the Association. Cash prizes will be paid the 4-H and FFA team; $100 for first, $75 for second, $50 for third, $25 for fourth and fifth. Plaques will also be presented. Registration will start at 8:30 a.m. and judging will begin at 9 a.m. For more information please call 405-224-2216.
CMS library
open in June
The Chickasha Middle School library will be from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday through Wednesday during the month of June for CMS students who want to come and read or work on Study Island.
Verden City-wide garage sale set
The Verden city-wide garage sale will be held Friday and Saturday, June 5-6. For more information, call Verden City Hall at 405-453-7235.
Full Gospel to hold baked potato lunch
The Full Gospel Church will hold a baked potato luncheon on Friday, June 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church fellowship hall, 722 N. 10th St. $5 includes a baked potato with all the trimmings and a drink. All proceeds go to the youth camp.
Crimestoppers
plans gospel music
The Grady County Crimestoppers present an evening of southern gospel music on Saturday, June 6 in the Chickasha High School auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call 1-580-252-5676 or visit Kool Radio at 627 W. Chickasha.
Something
Worthwhile June 9
Something Worthwhile, a delightful evening for all ladies will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Epworth United Methodist Church Life Center. The musical program will be presented by Epworth minister of music Aiya Attaway. An entertaining video message titled “Contagious Joy,” featuring humorist Patsy Clairmont. Reservation deadline is Wednesday, June 3. Reservations can be made by calling Bobi at 320-0240. Cost of the meal is $4 and you can pay at the door. Childcare will be available upon request.
Ninnekah Baptist taking food orders
Angel Food orders will be taken at the Ninnekah First Baptist Church through June 5 and June 9-12 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The last day to order is Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Order online at www.angelfoodministries.com. Call 405-224-0324. Distribution day is Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. June specials include an assorted meat grill box, meat and chicken combo, chicken combo, fresh fruit and veggie box and Latin flavors fresh fruit and veggie box.
DivorceCare to meet at Epworth
Divorced? Separated? You don’t have to go through it alone. DivorceCare is a weekly support group and seminar conducted by people who understand what you are experiencing. It is nondenominational and features biblical teaching for recovering from divorce or separation. Each week is a different topic. Child care is available. The meetings are held at Epworth United Methodist Church in the New Life Center, north door. Meetings are Sundays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 224-3320.
Trinity Church kicks off VBS
On Wednesday, June 3, Trinity Church in Chickasha will be hosting its Summer Kick-Off event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. We will have free hotdogs, drinks and popcorn and many games for the kids including a moonbounce, Wii system, karaoke, and lots more. While you are here, you may want to register your child or children for Vacation Bible School. No kids VBS age? Come and visit with us anyway. Trinity is located at 428 E. Almar. Call 224-3769.
Benefit fish fry,
bake sale set
The Verden Pentecostal Lighthouse, N. 4th Street, Verden, will hold a benefit fish fry and back sale on June 6. Fish plates are $6.50 and corn dog plates are $3. Food will begin being served at 11 a.m. The bake sale begins at 8 a.m.
Learning Center
sets summer sked
The Chickasha Adult Learning Center will have classes available throughout the summer. Morning classes will be Tuesday and Thursday, June 2-July 30 from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. Afternoon classes will take place Tuesday and Thursday, June 2-July 30 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Evening classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday, June 9-July 30, from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. ParaPro and GED testing are by appointment only. For more information call 405-222-6562.
GED graduation
set for June 4
The 14th annual commencement ceremony sponsored by the Chickasha Adult Learning Center and the Altrusa Club for recipients of GED diplomas will be Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m. at the Chickasha High School Activity Center. Each candidate that successfully completed the GED examination during the past year is invited to participate. You are also encouraged to bring all of your family and friend to help you celebrate this special occasion. Altrusa Club will host a reception following the ceremony. All graduates will need to be in the lobby by 6:45 p.m. Call 222-6562 to reserve your seat for the graduation ceremony.
Line Dance
lessons offered
Free line dance lessons are being offered at Best Western Inn in Chickasha, 2101 S. 4th St., across the street from McDonalds. Classes are held on the first and third Monday of every month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the banquet room. Beginners and all ages are welcome. Door prizes and refreshments are served. Bring the entire family and enjoy the fun, it’s great exercise. For more information, call Kathy Prigmore at 405-224-0331 or 405-320-0453.
Juneteenth
celebration set
Juneteenth or June 19, celebrated the third week in June, is the oldest known celebration since President Lincoln issued a proclamation ending slavery in 1862. This year, Juneteenth will host its Celebration on Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13. The celebration kicks off Friday evening with a jazz cool-down session. At $2 per plate, you can taste and help select winners of the "Bake-Off" and "Cook-Off" delightful delicacies. Saturday morning, the festivities begin with a parade, opening ceremony, spiritual activities, free foods and lots of family fun. Donations or Contributions can be sent to Juneteenth Celebration in care of President James Dorn at P.O. Box 211 - Chickasha, OK 73023. $25 will reserve your booth space. New Members and Helpers are needed to keep Juneteenth growing. For more information, contact President James Dorn at 274-5263 or Vice President Casta Thomas at 222-2837.
Autism group
to meet
The Autism Spectrum Disorder Group, parents, caregivers and teachers, will meet the first and third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., facilitated by Options Counseling Service, Inc., 420 W. Country Club Rd., Suite Two, 405-222-3018. Thanks to the generosity of Kelly Nunn, there is no fee for this group. No childcare is available.
YMCA summer registration set
Registration is now open for the following YMCA summer programs: Youth Basketball, Adult Co-ed Softball, Summer Day Camp and Swim Lessons. Now is also the time to schedule your summer pool parties. You may register for any of these programs at the YMCA Membership Desk during the following times: Monday-Friday, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact the YMCA at 224-2281.
Coyotee Boys
perform Tuesdays
The Coyotee Boys will play every Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Borden Park Community Center.
True Country to play at Borden
True Country will play every Thursday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Borden Park Community Center.
