CHICKASHA — MAY 25



Relay For Life

(Chickasha) Committee

• When: May 25, 5:30 p.m.

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



MAY 26



Sandy Water Gang

Fundraiser

• When: May 26, 5-8 p.m.

• Where: Long John Silvers, 1101 S. 4th, Chickasha

• Details: Mention the Sandy Water Gang, and they will receive 20% of your purchase amount.



MAY 27



Rock Island

Art Festival meeting

• When:  May 27, 7 p.m.

• Where: Arvest Bank. 

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



CCT Summer Musical Auditions

• When: May 27, 7 p.m.

• Where: USAO's Davis Hall

• Details: The Chickasha Community Theatre is holding open auditions for it's summer musical "Once Upon a Mattress". There are about 30 parts to be cast.  Children ages 8-15 are welcome to try out for the chorus and people ages 15 and up can try out for the chorus and also for speaking roles.  Everyone is ask to be ready to sing even if it is just Happy Birthday or Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.  If you have questions or need further information please contact Henry Heine at 320-2608.



MAY 29





Ninnekah Reunion

• When: Saturday, May 29

• Where: Ninnekah School cafeteria

• Details: Visitation begins at 4 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m.; program immediately following.  Reservations and payment for dinner ($15 per person) due by May 15. For additional info, call Joyce J. Smith at 405-224-6180 or Sue Bingham at 405-222-0505.



Yoga Exercises

• When: Saturdays through June 5, 10-11 a.m.

• Where: Lavender Valley Acres in Apache

• Details: Under the direction of Jag Sodhi, an India native. For additional information, please call 580-588-2855 or go to www.lavendervalleyacres.com.



JUNE 1



Relay For Life

Survivors Dinner

• When: June 1st, 5:30 p.m. 

• Where: Bible Baptist Church on 29th street

• Details: This is an open invitation to all cancer survivors and caretakers to please join us for our annual RFL Survivors Dinner. Please RSVP to Marcy Langle  405-520-4107



JUNE 2-5



Family Mediation Course

• When: Wednesday, June 2nd through Saturday, June 5th, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• Details: The course meets the training requirements for professional mediators to qualify under the District Court Mediation Act and is approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for mandatory continuing legal education. The course is sponsored by The Mediation Institute, a private, not-for-profit organization that has been training professional mediators throughout the state since 1992. Pre-registration is required and is limited to 20 participants. For more information about the course call Jim Stovall, Director of Training at 405-607-8914.



JUNE 3



‘09-10 GED

Commencement

• When: Thursday, June 3, 7 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha HS Activity Center

• Details: Please call (405) 222-6562 for more information



Grady County TEA Party

• When: June 3, 7 p.m.

• Where: Canadian Valley Tech Center, 1401 Michigan Ave. in Chickasha

• Program: Will include Jason Hicks, candidate for District Attorney; representative from American Majority who will explain how to effectively  contact conngressional representatives, including how to write letters. Also, a garage sale will be discussed.

• Details: Visit the website, www.gradycountyteaparty.com or contact Mark Keeling at 405-314-4730 for information.



JUNE 4-5



Colors of Cancer

Survivor’s Quilt

• Tickets: $1/ea. or 6/$5

• Available from any Relay for Life Committee member

• Details: Proceeds will go toward the Relay for Life Committee team

• Drawing: Midnight on June 4th



Chickasha's

Annual Relay for Life

• When: June 4, 7 p.m.

• Where: USAO Oval

• Details: For more information, go to www.relayforlife.org/chickashaok





JUNE 5



Antique Auto Car Show

• When: June 5

• Where: Rock Island Train Depot

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



Badgett’s Relay for Life

Drawing for Electric Guitar

• Chances: $2 each

• Drawing: June 5th at Relay for Life in Chickasha

• Details: Guitar is brand new and has been donated by Coyotee Pawn in Chickasha. Tickets will be available at garage sale on May 15 and at the Relay event on June 4-5.



JUNE 7



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

• Guest program: Ronda Huffines, owners of FLO Health and Fitness will be sharing information about her business and one complimentary one-month-membership will be given away at this meeting.

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





JUNE 17



Annual Republican Round-Up

• When: Thursday, June 17, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds, North Building, Chickasha

• Details: Republican candidates will have a table for their literature.  Meet and Greet them from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m..  Dinner will be at 6:30.  Cost is $15.00 per person or $150.00   for a reserved table that seats 10.  Guest speaker will be Sam McMichael.  All republican candidates will be introduced.  All republican elected officials that do not have an opponent will be introduced.  Auction  to follow. Tickets are available at Steelmans at 410 Chickasha Ave., or from any CTRW member.  Any questions, call Sandra Johnson at 405-204-6435.

                     



June 18



1970's CHS

Band Reunion

• When: June 18, 6 p.m.

• Where: Cottonwood Creek's Yesteryears Restaurant

• Contact: Lindy Johnson Beck, Lbeck75@suddenlinkmail.com , 222-9033; Pam Bess Grondlin, bulldogmom56@aol.com, 479-466-3737 or Nancy Adams Broyer, 306-4739. Reunion is not limited to the 70's, anyone interested is invited to attend.



Lifeline

Bereavement Luncheons

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

• When: June 18, noon

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





JUNE 24



Rock Island

Arts Festival meetings

• When:  June 24, 7 p.m.

• Where: Arvest Bank. 

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



July 23



Lifeline

Bereavement

Luncheons

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

• When: July 23, noon

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



July 23-24



CHS Class of 1990

20th reunion

• When: July 23-24

• Where: July 23, Julio's Sport's Grill; July 24, USAO Ballroom

• Details: Class members are urged to contact chs1990reunion@ymail.com with their contact information.





JULY 29



Rock Island

Arts Festival meetings

• When:  July 29,  7 p.m.

• Where: Arvest Bank. 

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





June 7 - JULY 30



Ms. Fit Teen Challenge

• When: Monday - Friday, June 7 - July 30, 7-8 p.m.

• Where: FLO Health & Fitness, 314 W. Chickasha Ave.

• Cost: $20 per girl

• Details: This challenge is open to all school age girls. Programs to include self defense, nutrition, Zumba, aerobics, strength training and more. For details, contact Kiesha Baggett at 200-5269 or email okscentygal@yahoo.com.





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.





AUGUST 26



Rock Island

Arts Festival meetings

• When:  August 26,  7 p.m.

• Where: Arvest Bank. 

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



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.





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 meetings

• When:  Sept. 30,  7 p.m.

• Where: Arvest Bank. 

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



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 Luncheons

• 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 Luncheons

• 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.





SUPPORT GROUPS



TOPS Weight Loss Support

• What: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a weekly support group that promotes a healthy lifestyle ans 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.



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



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

• When: Monday, March 8, 7 p.m.

• 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



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 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