February 5, 2010 — FRIDAY (Feb. 5)
Central Upper Elementary (CUE) Winter Festival, 6-8 p.m., in the CUE Gym (entrance from the north side). Family fun event with games, food, silent auction, raffle, and more. Tickets are 25 cents each for games.
Claremore Veterans Center Monthly Memorial Service, 10 a.m., in the chapel.
Rogers County Conservation District has funds available for cost-share assistance on selected conservation practices benefiting soil and water conservation. Applications accepted through Feb. 19. For a list of eligible conservation practices, call 341-4147.
Indoor sale to benefit the Department of Human Services’ Totally Teen Christmas Program will be March 6 at Claremore Community Center. Reservations for vendor tables ($20) must be made by Friday, Feb. 19. Call Angie Graves, 637-1055.
Benefit dinner, silent auction and pie auction for Dan Riddle, 6-9 p.m., at Foyil Baptist Church fellowship hall. Donations accepted. Information: Amanda, 344-9026.
Rural Water District #8 will hold an election for board member seats #2 and #3 at the annual board meeting March 8 at 7:30 p.m., at the district office. Filing period continues through Monday, Feb. 8, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the district office, 22094 S. 4160 Road.
SATURDAY (Feb. 6)
“Brainiac Brawl” to benefit Claremore Public Schools Foundation, RSU Centennial Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., competition begins 7 p.m. Advance ticket purchase required. Information: claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org or contact Marla Lillie at the CPSF office at 341-7535 or by e-mail at foundation@claremore.k12.ok.us.
Inola Chamber Banquet, 6 p.m., First Baptist Church, Inola, fellowship hall. Dr. Larry Rice, RSU president, will speak. Tickets, $15, available at RCB Bank or 1st Bank, Inola.
Verdigris Fire Fighters Association Chili Supper & Dessert Auction, 4:30-8 p.m., at Verdigris Elementary School. Admission, $5 for adults, $3 for 3-12 year olds, and free to two and under. All you can eat chili, raffle, and more.
Northeastern All District Band concerts, 2 p.m., at Robson Performing Arts Center.
Claremore youth baseball signups for ages 4-14, Feb. 6 and 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Claremore Rec Center, and Feb. 20 and 27 at Claremore Community Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
MONDAY (Feb. 8)
Will Rogers Library genealogy volunteers are available each Monday from 5-7 p.m. to answer questions and assist with research. In addition, on Feb. 8 and 22 from 4-5 p.m. Farrell Mackey Prater and Dolores Ward Johnson will present a seminar on Native American history, Five Civilized Tribes, and Cherokee and Freemen Tribal members.
Mustard Seed Christian Learning Center book fair continues through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-noon daily, in the gym at 5th and Florence. Goal for the fundraiser is $1800 for scholarships, books, and a new playground. If the goal is reached, Mustard Seed Director Mary Jo Masterson will color her hair green and read Dr. Seuss’s Green Eggs and Ham to students.
Rural Water District #8 will hold an election for board member seats #2 and #3 at the annual board meeting March 8 at 7:30 p.m., at the district office. Filing period continues through Monday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the district office, 22094 S. 4160 Road.
TUESDAY (Feb. 9)
College Hill Toastmasters #1678 meeting, 7-8 p.m., at NTC-Claremore, N. Hwy 88. Club Speech Competition will take place. Public speaking and leadership learning opportunities. No membership requirement.
WEDNESDAY (Feb. 10)
The women of Foyil United Methodist Church host their monthly dinner, beginning at 11 a.m. Menu includes the choice of fried chicken or meat loaf and side items for $7.
Second Wednesday Grand Adventures Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., at St. Cecilia Catholic Church. Speaker will be John Wooley. Reservations: Don, 477-3337.
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church accepts Feburary Angel Food orders, Wednesday, 2-6 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 341-5435.
Mustard Seed Christian Learning Center book fair continues through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-noon daily, in the gym at 5th and Florence. Goal for the fundraiser is $1800 for scholarships, books, and a new playground. If the goal is reached, Mustard Seed Director Mary Jo Masterson will color her hair green and read Dr. Seuss’s Green Eggs and Ham to students.
THURSDAY (Feb. 11)
Claremore Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Claremore Community Center, 2301 N. Sioux. Last club winners were N/S: Don and Marj Purkey, first; Marilyn Roberts and Beth Young, second; Grace Archer and Irene Harris, third; E/W: Lois Blakely and Peggy Allison, first; Bill Beasley and L. D. Allison, second; and Carlene Webber and Lynn Kay Harder, third.
Three Rivers Artists meeting, 6:30 p.m., at the Rogers County Building (on Claremore Expo Center grounds), 416 S. Brady. Janice Baldridge will present the program on painting techniques.
AARP Chapter 3521 meeting, 11:15 a.m., at American Legion Post 141. Claremore City Manager Troy Powell will speak. Main entree is chicken cacciatore over rice with carrots. Cost for lunch is $7. Information or reservations: Loretta Genn, 341-7099.
FRIDAY (Feb. 12)
Rogers County Conservation District has funds available for cost-share assistance on selected conservation practices benefiting soil and water conservation. Applications accepted through Feb. 19. For a list of eligible conservation practices, call 341-4147.
Indoor sale to benefit the Department of Human Services’ Totally Teen Christmas Program will be March 6 at Claremore Community Center. Reservations for vendor tables ($20) must be made by Friday, Feb. 19. Call Angie Graves, 637-1055.
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church accepts Feburary Angel Food orders, Wednesday, 2-6 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 341-5435.
SATURDAY (Feb. 13)
“Sweet Dreams,” the Patsy Cline tribute show, 7 p.m., Robson Performing Arts Center in Claremore. Tickets range from $25-$45. Information or reservations: 699-7390.
Third Annual Benefit Barrel Race for Brandi Ann Battenfield Memorial, King’s Pen Arena/Cowboy Gatherin’, 4240 Road and 412 Highway in Inola. Barrel race exhibition starts at 12 p.m., open starts at 2 p.m. $30 fees with half going towards pot and haft to benefit. More information, call (918) 373-3386 or visit www.barrelhorseworld.com.
Claremore Symphony League annual ball in the Centennial Center Ballroom at Rogers State University. Social hour from 6-7 p.m. with dinner to be served from 7-8:30 p.m., including live entertainment, followed by dancing and live music by RSU Jazz Band. Tickets are $50 a person for evening. Ticket information: Sue Hines, 342-0778 or visit www.claremoresymphonyleague.com.
“Heart to Heart Health Fair,” sponsored by Claremore Regional Hospital, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., in the Outpatient and Diagnostic Center. Screenings available include blood pressure and pulse rate, Lipid Profile (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol and LDL cholesterol) and glucose. Cost is $15 for pre-registered attendees; $20 for walk-ins. Pre-register or more information: 342-6742.
Claremore youth baseball signups for ages 4-14, Feb. 6 and 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Claremore Rec Center, and Feb. 20 and 27 at Claremore Community Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Inola Basketball Homecoming and Cancer Awareness Kickoff. The girls teams (Inola and Sequoyah) will wear bright pink T-shirts and shoe laces. Raffles of gift baskets, gift cards and a pink ribbon blanket will benefit the Northeast Oklahoma Cancer Center in Claremore. Donations will also be accepted.
SUNDAY (Feb. 14)
“Sweet Dreams,” the Patsy Cline tribute show, 7 p.m., Robson Performing Arts Center in Claremore. Tickets range from $25-$45. Information or reservations: 699-7390.
Deadline for donations to the “Haitian Relief Kits.” Items needed include bar soap, shampoo, laundry soap, sanitary pads, fingernail clippers, adhesive bandages, and more. Drop-off points are Rogers County Sheriff’s Office, 1st Baptist Church and Unrau’s Locker in Inola, Kroeker’s Family Medical in Chouteau, and The Book Exchange in Pryor. Efforts being coordinated by Eden Mennonite Church of Inola. Information: 543-2739.
Rogers County Cherokee Association meeting, 2 p.m., at the RCCA Building in Tiawah.
MONDAY (Feb. 15)
Will Rogers Library genealogy volunteers are available each Monday from 5-7 p.m. to answer questions and assist with research.
Friends of the Will Rogers Library meeting, 6:30 p.m. Author Michael Koch will present a program featuring his two books on Oklahoma outlaws/lawmen. Free and open to the public.
FRIDAY (Feb. 19)
Vendor reservations due for indoor sale benefiting Department of Human Services’ Totally Teen Christmas program, scheduled for March 6, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Claremore Community Center. Contact Angie Graves at 637-1055 for table reservations.
SATURDAY (Feb. 20)
Girl group The Tafettas to take a musical journey through the 50s, performing the hits McGuire Sisters, Patti Page, Connie Francis and more, 8 p.m., at Robson Performing Arts Center. Tickets or information: 699-7390 or www.myticketoffice.com.
Claremore youth baseball signups for ages 4-14, Feb. 6 and 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Claremore Rec Center, and Feb. 20 and 27 at Claremore Community Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
SUNDAY (Feb. 21)
Levi Choir from Seoul, Korea to sing at First United Methodist Church, 11 a.m., 1615 North Highway 88, Claremore.
MONDAY (Feb. 22)
Will Rogers Library genealogy volunteers are available each Monday from 5-7 p.m. to answer questions and assist with research.
SATURDAY (March 6)
Indoor sale to benefit Department of Human Services’ Totally Teen Christmas program, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Claremore Community Center. Concessions include biscuits and gravy, donuts, and coffee with lunch including chili dogs, bowl of chili, Frito chili pie, tea, soft drinks, and dessert.
