Published: April 27, 2009 03:07 pm      

Around the Area

Vidalia onions sale benefits Shriners

The India Shrine Center is having their annual Vidalia onion sale again this year. Carey Wilkerson is taking orders at 224-6230. The onions are $10 for a 10 pound bag. The arrival date is targeted for April 28, with delivery to be made as soon as possible. Proceeds benefit the Shriners’ Transportation Fund. Call Carey and leave a message.



Pocasset Lodge

hosts fundraiser

There will be an area volunteer fire department fundraiser dinner sponsored by the Pocasset Masonic Lodge on Sunday, May 3 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Minco Fire Department located at 107 N.W. 3rd St. in Minco. There is no charge for the meal which includes pulled pork BBQ with all the trimmings and desserts made by the wives of the volunteer firemen. Excess desserts will be auctioned off at various times throughout the day. All monies received will be distributed among four area fire departments: Minco, Cogar, Harold, and Pocasset. Cash donations will be accepted at the door.



Pioneer FD

sets fundraiser

The Pioneer Fire Departmemnt will hold its annual fundraiser featuring chopped barbecue brisket sandwiches and a bake sale on Saturday, May 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pioneer School. Proceeds will go to help outfit the recently-purchased brush rig.



Ninnekah FBC

takes food orders

Angel Food orders will be taken at the Ninnekah First Baptist Church Tuesday, April 28 through Friday, May1 and Tuesday, May 5 through Friday, May 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. The last day to order is Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Food will be distributed on Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Some of the May specials available include May Special number one, a six-pound meat assortment consisting of bone-in strip steaks, thick-cut pork chops, bacon-wrapped beef patties and Bratwurst with cheese for $22; May Special number two, featuring eight eight-ounce sirloin strip steaks; and May Special number three which includes two pounds of steak fajita strips, chicken breast fajita strips, onions, bell peppers and flour tortillas for $21. For more information, call 405-224-0324.



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.



CMS promotion

set for May 22

The Chickasha Middle School 8th Grade Promotional Ceremony will take place in the CMS Auditorium at 1000 South 9th st. on May 22 at 1:p.m. Promotion photos will be available for purchase the day of the ceremony. Parents of 8th graders are invited to attend!



Something

Worthwhile set

A delightful evening for all ladies, please join us for a home-cooked meal, delightful music and a meaningful message on Tuesday, May 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Epworth Church Life Center. There will be a beautiful music program by Joshua Smith, USAO student and Epworth Youth Director, and an inspirational message titled Hints for Healing on Becoming ‘Suddenly Single’ with Naomi Dean. Reservation deadline is Wednesday, May 6. The meal cost is $4 which you can pay at the door. For reservation call Bobi at 320-0240, child care is available upon request. Please call and cancel if you are unable to attend.



Ninnekah FBC

takes food orders

Angel Food orders will be taken at the Ninnekah First Baptist Church Tuesday, April 28 through Friday, May1 and Tuesday, May 5 through Friday, May 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. The last day to order is Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Food will be distributed on Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Some of the May specials available include May Special number one, a six-pound meat assortment consisting of bone-in strip steaks, thick-cut pork chops, bacon-wrapped beef patties and Bratwurst with cheese for $22; May Special number two, featuring eight eight-ounce sirloin strip steaks; and May Special number three which includes two pounds of steak fajita strips, chicken breast fajita strips, onions, bell peppers and flour tortillas for $21. For more information, call 405-224-0324.



Day of Prayer

set for May 7

Please come and join us at the YMCA parking lot across from the radio station for a special time of prayer for the leaders and needs of our city, our county, our state, our nation, and our world. We will have many different churches and faith groups represented. Call Rev Brint Hilliard at 405-224-3320 if you have any questions. Everyone is invited to this time of community prayer and we hope to see you there.



DivorceCare group to meet

DivorceCare, and special help seminar for support group for people experiencing separation and divorce, will be held on Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. starting April 26 at Epworth United Methodist Church in the Family Life Center. Enrollment is open and participants may join at amy time. Admission is free and child care is available with pre-registration. The church is located on the corner of Iowa and 4th Street in Chickasha. Fore more information, call the church office at 224-3320.



Open house set

at Calvary Baptist

On Sunday, April 26, our entire church family invites anyone and everyone to come visit us. Calvary Baptist Church is located at 1102 S. 13th St. in Chickasha. The doors are open to everyone in the community. This will be an exciting day to be in church, with a free ham lunch with all the fixings. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and the main service begins at 11 a.m. Plan now to be a part of this great day. Call 224-2686 if you need a ride or if you have any questions.



Terrific Tuesday to meet April 28

Terrific Tuesday is a community service provided by Epworth United Methodist Church for retired persons. It meets every fourth Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the New Life Center. During the morning those attending can choose an activity: Cards, dominoes, checkers, puzzles and other board games. Bring a snack lunch, coffee and tea are provided. A singing of “Golden Oldies” and favorite hymns follow lunch. If you are a caregiver for a person who is ambulatory, bring that person down. You may stay and enjoy the activities or you are free to shop and run errands. If you need transportation, call the church office at 224-3320 and someone will pick you up. The next meeting is Tuesday, April 28.



Come hear music,

enjoy some chili

A chili cook-off funderaiser featuring Horshoe Road Band will benefit the Epworth United Methodist Church Music Department. The concert and chili cook-off begins at noon, Sunday, April 26. Horseshoe Road is a violin and guitar duo with a unique blend of eclectic musical styles that are expressed acoustically. This great time will include a concert, chili, soup, desserts, and more! Epworth UMC is located at 4th and Iowa Street and everyone is welcome to attend.



Chickasha Bible study to meet

The Chickasha Bible study group will meet at the Chickasha Library at 7:30 p.m. every Monday. Everyone is welcome and refreshments will be served.



Tournament to help Relay for Life

Midwest Tower’s Relay for LIfe teams is sponsoring a softball tournament to help Relay for Life. There will be a men’s tournament on May 2, and a co-ed tournament on May 16. The fee is $110 a team, first and second place receive t-shirts, and all proceeds go to Relay for Life. The tournament will take place at Amber High School Field, 401 East Main in Amber. Full concession is available. For more information contact Keith Daughtry at 405-532-7464.



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.



Largest shower seeks donations

Please help Newborns in Need set the Guiness World Record for helping babies on May 7 at the Chickasha Library from 4-7 p.m. Items needed are diapers (preemie, newborn, size 1), sleepers, gowns, and onesies (preemies to 3 mo.), baby wash (preferably Johnson &Johnson fragrant free), diaper rash ointment, diaper wipes, BPA free bottles, formula (Enfamil powder preferred), Wal-Mart, Target or Babies R Us gift card. For questions contact Theresa Nelson at 224-5058.



Team USAO

to raffle Wii

Team USAO Relay for Life are selling $1 tickets, with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society, for a variety of prizes. Prizes include Salon 220 II one month tanning, Salon 220 II Haircuts and the grand prize will be a Wii game console. The drawing will take place on June 5. For tickets see Eileen or Dr. Mather in Education office or Cheryl, Paula, Julie or Linda in the USA0 Business Office.



Donate electronics

for Relay for Life

Donate your old cell phone, pager, pda, palm pilot, digital camera, and ipods to benefit Midwest Towers’ Relay for Life teams. Its easy, tax deductible, and it helps the earth too. For more information contact Glenda Kelsey at 405-224-4622 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.



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.



Free yoga classes to be offered

You are invited to join Jag Sodhi for free simple yoga exercises and enjoy relaxation, flexibility, health and peace of mind. Starting every Saturday from April 25 to May 30 from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Lavender Valley Acres in Apache. Jag Sodhi is a native from India and has been practicing Yoga all of his life. For directions, please call 580-588-2855.



Minco planning alumni banquet

Plans are under way for the 2009 Minco High School Alumni Banquet. The Banquet will begin at 6:30 p.m. on May 23 in the Minco High School cafeteria. Invitations will be mailed to alumnus in March. Class members may update their addresses by notifying an officer or the Alumni association as follows: Don Williams, president (405) 352-4801; Virginia Hayes, secretary (405) 352-4480, DrsNeeNee@aol.com; or Marvin Woodworth at mwoodworth@cox.net.



Twenty year reunion set

The Chickasha High School Class of 1989 will be celebrating their 20th Class Reunion, July 17-18, 2009. Events for the weekend include a family skating party, social mixer, class photo, dinner and a tour of Chickasha High School.

Please confirm your contact details via email at chs1989reunion@ymail.com or call Donna Buckner at 405-224-3336.



Tourney seeking

fast-pitch teams

LAWRENCE, KS -- The 15th Annual Haskell Men’s & Women’s Fast-Pitch Softball Tournament in conjunction with the Haskell Indian Nations Commencement activities will be held at the Clinton Lake Sports Complex on May 9-10, 2009. Last year the approximately 22 mens teams and 3 womens teams competed. Teams from KS, OK, CA, FL, NE, MO & SD were represented. The tournament has been opened up to allow non-native teams as well as some of the finest Native American teams throughout the U.S. Entry Fee is $200, deadline is May 4th. For more information, please contact Sherry Girty at 785.749.8445 or sgirty@haskell.edu or Kerry Cuny at 785.832.6600 or kcuny@haskell.edu.