Altus, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events

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January

Continuous... Western Trails Historical Society 2011 Calendars are available for $10.00 each. The theme of the 2011 calendar is “Up the Trail in 76”. This is the second calendar in a series of historical calendars to be used as a fundraiser for the Museum of the Western Prairie. Calendars are available at various locations in Altus to include the Altus Chamber of Commerce.

1st............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

2nd............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

4th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

5th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson.

7th – 9th..... A.B.A.T.E. of Oklahoma “SMILE” (State Motorcyclists Improving Legislative Effectiveness) will be held at the Quartz Mountain Resort. For more information call Jukebox at (580) 318-4365.

12th............... Jr. Officials of the Jackson County Jr. Livestock Show will meet at 3:30p.m. at the Altus Chamber of Commerce. For more information call (580) 482-0210.

13th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

14th............... Lawton Public Schools present “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration” at the McMahon Memorial Auditorium. For more information call (580) 581-3472

15th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

16th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

16th............... SW Cowboy Church will be hosting their 7th Annual Concert & Potluck Dinner from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Expo Center. Connie Repogle-Smithee will be singing and sharing her testimony.

17th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

17th............... Altus Public Schools closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

18th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce kicks off its Membership Drive. For more information on becoming a member of the Altus Chamber of Commerce, call (580) 482-0210.

19th - 21st..... Annual Air Force Air Education & Training Command Symposium. www.aetcsymposium.com

22nd............... Open Hangar Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the historic Frederick Army Airfield. For more information call (580) 335-2126.

26th............... Great Plains Country will have their Board of Directors Meeting from 10:30 a.m. until Noon at the Badger Library of Quartz Mountain Resort. For more information call (580) 482-0210.

27th............... Plantation Village will be having a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting & Reception for their new Rehabilitation Facility. This reception will be a come and go reception from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. For more information, please call (580) 482-0210.

29th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

30th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

February

1st............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

2nd............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

4th............... WOSC Foundation & Alumni Hall of Fame Recognition Banquet will be held in the Multi-Purpose Center of the WOSC Campus at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15.00. For more information call (580) 477-7706.

4th............... Barons Miracles on Ice Fundraising Event. Register your organization to help raise funds. Every ticket purchased under your organization’s name will earn $4.00 for your cause. (405) 232-4625 ext. 110

5th............... Bargain Blizzard Days – For more information contact Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

7th............... Reception for Eddie Wilcoxen, Oklahoma Poet Laureate at 6:00 p.m..

9th............... New Director’s Orientation at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 2:00 p.m.

9th............... Reception for the newly appointed Poet Laureate, Eddie Wilcoxen, at the Altus Library from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The Poet Laureate for the State of Oklahoma is appointed by the Governor and this is a great honor. The reception is open to the public.

10th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

10th............... Join Southwest Technology Center for a Hot Dog Lunch in celebration of Career Week from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Francis Herron Seminar Center.

10th............... Starting on February 10th, there will be FREE Square Dancing Lessons at the Altus Community Center on the West Side at 7:00 p.m. Call John or Debby (580) 482-5430 for more information.

11th............... Retirement Ceremony for LtCol James A. Durbin.

12th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

12th............... 97th AMW Annual Awards Banquet.

12th............... Sweetheart Express - The Altus Armes Services YMCA presentas a 2-hour Romantic Train Ride on the Quartz Mountain Flyer at 5:00 p.m. $25.00 per ticket.

13th............... Eagle Watching at Quartz Mountain at 9:00 a.m.

14th............... The Shortgrass Arts & Humanities Council presents the Glenn Miller Orchestra for a Valentine’s Concert and Dance at the Quartz Mountain Lodge Robert Kerr Performing Arts Hall from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $7.00 for students with valid I.D.

16th............... New Officer’s Orientation at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 3:30 p.m.

16th............... Washington Elementary school will be recognized at the Great Expectations Model School Celebration in Oklahoma City at the University of Central Oklahoma. This celebration will be at 1:30 p.m. in the Ballroom, located on the 3rd floor of the Nigh University Center. Please e-mail your reservation to Shawn Coffman at shawn@geok.org. To contact Shawn with questions, call (918) 444-3735.

16th............... AARP 55 Alive Driving Course from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Towers Apartments. To RSVP for the class, call (580) 482-0210

17th............... Severe Weather Briefing at Southwest Technology Center at 6:00 p.m. This is a free program offering severe weather information to local area residents. For more information call (580) 482-8333 or (580) 482-0229.

18th............... Altus Legislative Luncheon hosted by the Altus Chamber of Commerce and the Altus Kiwanis Club. The luncheon will be held in the Multi-Purpose Center of WOSC from 11:45 until 1:00 p.m. Cost for lunch will be $10.00 for non-Kiwanians.

18th-19th..... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Board of Directors Retreat.

19th............... 2011 Miss Altus Pageant will be held in the City Auditorium at 8:00 p.m. This year’s theme is “Boogie Nights” For more information contact Danette Evans (580) 482-0895. For tickets call (580) 477-1789.

21st............... Altus Chamber of Commerce closed in observance of Presidents’ Day.

21st............... Altus Public Schools closed in observance of Presidents’ Day.

25th-28th..... Jackson County Junior Livestock Show. For more information contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

28th............... Jackson County Junior Livestock Show Premium Auction. For more information contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

March

1st............... Southwest Oklahoma Legislative Reception in Oklahoma City from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Call (580) 482-0210

1st............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

2nd............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

2nd............... Great Plains Country Board Meeting at the Altus Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Commerce St. at 10:30 a.m. For more information call (580) 482-0210.

7th............... Committee of 100 Newcomer Welcome and Reception at Altus High School in the Cafetorium at 6:00 p.m. For more information contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210

10th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30. Call (580) 482-0210

10th............... Altus Military Affairs Committee meeting at Charlie’s at 6:00 p.m. Call (580) 482-0210

10th............... Altus Spouses Club Bingo at Club Altus. Check-In at 5:30 p.m. For more information on this and other events hosted by the Altus Spouses Club, contact Kelly Johnson at ascreservations@yahoo.com or call (580) 481-0258.

12th............... Altus Air Force Base will have a Vet Clinic at 9:00 a.m. More information will be posted as it becomes available. (580) 481-8100 is the base information line.

12th............... DAV will host an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 Breakfast will consist of Pancakes, sausage, bacon & eggs. There will be coffee and juice, also. Cost is $5.00; proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

13th............... Champagne Brunch from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Club Altus. For more information about this and other events at Club Altus contact the manager, Marlene Diaz at (580) 481-6262

12th–13th..... Chickasha Holistic Health Fair at the Chickasha Community Building located at the Grady County Fairgrounds (middle building), 500 E. Choctaw (half mile west of Hwy 62; first Chickasha exit from OKC off I-44) Free Admission, Free Parking, Free Lectures. Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from Noon until 6:00 p.m. For additional information call (405) 943-2741 or e-mail wisdom110@hotmail.com

14th–18th..... Altus Public Schools closed for Spring Break

18th............... 2 for 1Steak Night at Club Altus. For more information about this and other events at Club Altus contact the manager, Marlene Diaz at (580) 481-6262

22nd............... Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for William’s Whatnots, located at 2227 Falcon Road, at 11:00 a.m. They have a little bit of everything and if they don’t have it in the store, they will do their best to find it for you. To contact William’s Whatnots, call (580) 318-1050. For information about the Ribbon Cutting or other Chamber of Commerce events, call (580) 482-0210

24th............... Main Street Altus will have their Annual Meeting and Historic Downtown Altus Walking Tour with Ron Frantz, Oklahoma Main Street Architect, as the Tour Guide. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Altus Christian Felowhip Church, a.k.a. The Plaza Theater. For more information ro to RSVP call (580) 482-2277

24th............... Employer Training Workshop hosted by Oklahoma Child Support Services will be held at Southwest Technology Center, 711 W. Tamarack Road from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about child suport collection processes from experts! This event is free and open to anyone who processes child support documents.

25th............... Altus Community Theater Players presents “ThE NoT So FaMoUs PeOpLe’S RaDiO ShOw MuRdErS” This dinner theater is a fundraiser to benefit the Cambodia Missions Trip. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 317 N. Main Street, Altus. Tickets are $25.00 and are only available in advance. Call (580) 482-7138 or (580) 649-2688 for more information.

26th............... Altus Community Theater Players presents “ThE NoT So FaMoUs PeOpLe’S RaDiO ShOw MuRdErS” This dinner theater is a fundraiser to benefit the Cambodia Missions Trip. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 317 N. Main Street, Altus. Tickets are $25.00 and are only available in advance. Call (580) 482-7138 or (580) 649-2688 for more information.

26th............... “Grate” Altus Spelling Bee at 9:00 a.m. in the Band Hall (Room H12) at WOSC. Information about the spelling rules and study materials are available at the Altus Library. For more information call (580) 477-2890.

26th............... Prom Extravaganza at the Holiday Inn Express from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Make-up, Prom Dresses, Tuxedo Rentals, Shoes, Jewelry, and Flowers. Enter for a chance to win a dinner for two, a free manicure, tanning sessions, and also a pedicure. For details and tickets, call Maxine (580) 649-2006.

26th............... CASA’s 5th Annual Love-a-Child Dinner & Silent Auction will be at the Altus Best Western beginning at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will be catered by the Pantry and entertainment will be provided by Lori Miller and Studio One Dancers. The guest speaker is Kathi Ramirez, a survivor of abuse, and former foster child. Tickets are on sale for $25.00 per person or $45.00 per couple. For more information contact Amber Pascua, Executive Director, 3rd District CASA (580) 482-4600.

27th............... Champagne Brunch from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Club Altus. For more information about this and other events at Club Altus contact the manager, Marlene Diaz at (580) 481-6262

30th............... The Altus Chamber of Commerce will host the Oklahoma Department of Commerce in a presentation of the New 2010 Census Data. There will be a 45 minute Informative Presentation demonstrating what these new figures mean to our community beginning at 10:30 a.m. This presentation will be followed by a 3 hour training session, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., for those interested in learning how to manipulate the web-sites for the Census and the OK Dept of Commerce. For more information call the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

31st............... The Republican Women and the Southwest Democratic Women are hosting a Candidate Forum beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Western Oklahoma State College Band Room (Room #H-12)

April

1st............... Altus Public Schools closed

1st............... Altus Community Theater Players presents “ThE NoT So FaMoUs PeOpLe’S RaDiO ShOw MuRdErS” This dinner theater is a fundraiser to benefit the Cambadia Missions Trip. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 317 N. Main Street, Altus. Tickets are $25.00 and are only available in advance. Call (580) 482-7138 or (580) 649-2688 for more information.

2nd............... The 17th Annual Comanche County Republican Party BBQ will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Worley Center at the Great Plains Technology Center, 4500 W. Lee in Lawton. Special Guest Speaker will be Lt. Governor Todd Lamb. For information about being a host for a table or to purchase tickets, call (580) 357-1116 or e-mail gjcollect_73505@yahoo.com or visit www.comanchecountyrepublicanparty.blogspot.com

2nd............... Altus Community Theater Players presents “ThE NoT So FaMoUs PeOpLe’S RaDiO ShOw MuRdErS” This dinner theater is a fundraiser to benefit the Cambadia Missions Trip. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 317 N. Main Street, Altus. Tickets are $25.00 and are only available in advance. Call (580) 482-7138 or (580) 649-2688 for more information.

2nd............... Made In Oklahoma Festival sponsored by the Seminole Chamber of Commerce on Main Street in Seminole from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment, a quilt show, food and beverages. There will be inflatables for the children and over 70 vendor booths. There will also be a poker run.

4th............... Time Capsule Burial at the Altus Municipal Complex, located at 509 S. Main Street, at 3:00 p.m. Any business in Altus that wishes to turn in a business card may do so by turning the card in to Linda Walker by Noon on April4th, 2011.

5th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

6th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

7th............... The Altus Air Force Base will have a Dedication Ceremony at the Wings of Freedom Park at 10:30 a.m. A granite bench is being dedicated to honor our fallen heroes who have paid the highest price in protecting our nation’s freedom.

8th............... Washington Elementary School will have their Model School Celebration. This school was awarded the title of Model School for the 2010-2011 school year. At 1:00 p.m., the school will be open to the public for visits to classrooms. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a presentation in the Cafeteria, followed by a flag raising and dismissal of school for the day.

9th............... Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, the International Men’s March to end stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. The march will begin at the Courthouse and continue to East City Park (Hightower Park). Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. on the south side of the courthouse and the march begins at 12:00, noon. After the March, there will be a hot dog lunch and live entertainment. For more information call (580) 482-3800

9th............... Tornado Alley Road Riders 23rd Annual April Fools Rally at the Altus Community Center, 401 Falcon Road. Poker Run, Tour Pins, Bike Games, 50/50, trophies and prizes, and much more. First Bike Out is 9:30 a.m., Last Bike Out is 10:30 a.m., Last Bike In is 12:30 p.m. For more information call (580) 482-7174 or (580) 471-0923.

9th............... Dirt Riot 4 hour Endurance Race at the Coppermines Off Road Park. Park opens at noon on Fridat April 8th, 2011 for those interested in camping out overnight. Camping is FREE. Park admission is $20.00each for adults and children over the age of 12. For more information call (580) 471-9181

9th............... Main Street Altus Alley Cats are cleaning up Downtown. From 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. volunteers will clean the alleys and other various areas of downtown Altus. For more information on this project or to become and Alley Cat, contact Main Street Altus at (580) 482-2277

10th............... Walkin’ on Chalk. For more information contact Main Street Altus (580) 482-2277 Walkin' On Chalk Flyer

10th–14th..... 49th Annual Quail Breakfast. For more information contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210. The week of the Quail Breakfast is an incredible opportunity for Altus to interact with Serior Air Force and other military leaders as well as Politicians holding Federal offices. On Tuesday night, there will be a dinner hosted by the Altus Military Affairs Committee, on Wednesday, there will be a Congressional Staff Reception, and on Thursday, the Annual Quail Breakfast.

15th............... Altus Legislative Luncheon hosted by the Altus Chamber of Commerce and the Altus Kiwanis Club. The luncheon will be held in the Multi-Purpose Center of WOSC from 11:45 until 1:00 p.m. Cost for lunch will be $10.00 for non-Kiwanians. Click Here For Flyer

20th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

22nd–25th..... Altus Public Schools closed in observance of Easter Holiday.

22nd............... The Sandy Nichols Memorial Golf Tournament. Join the Altus Kiwanis Club in support of this fundraising event. The tournament will be held at the Windy Trails Golf Course on Altus AFB. Lunch is at Noon and a Shot Gun Start at 1:00 p.m. This tournament is a 4 person scramble and teams are $200 each. Tournament Flyer

23rd............... City of Altus Easter Egg Hunt begins at 2:00 p.m. at Hightower Park (East City Park).

23rd............... City of Hobart Easter Egg Hunt begins at 12:30 at Quartz Mountain.

23rd............... 2nd Annual WOSC Aggie Club Hot Rod & Classic Car Show and Family Easter Egg Hunt from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Car entry fee is $12.00, public admission is FREE. Registration is at 1:00 p.m. Judging from 2-4 p.m. and awards at 4:30 p.m. Family Events, Egg Hunt at 3 p.m., Easter Bunny, Face Painting, Live Music and so much fun you will be sorry you missed it. Call Sara Linneen at (580) 477-7932 or e-mail sara.linneen@wosc.edu Aggie Club Events Flyer with Registration Form

26th–27th..... Altus Air Force Base Business Fair in association with Southwest Technology Center. The 2011 AAFB Business Fair will take place at the Freedom Community Center. Lectures will be given on the 26th and Business exhibits will be available for viewing from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on the 27th. For more information contact Felicia Castillo at (580) 480-4737 AAFB Business Fair Flyer

29th–May 1st..... Mangum Rattlesnake Derby.

May

1st............... Altus Hispanic Association hosting their Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Hightower Park (East City Park) from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information call (580) 482-1450.

3rd............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

4th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

5th............... Jackson County Ministerial Alliance will partner with the AAFB Chapel and the Altus Chamber to host the 3rd Annual Jackson County, OK Prayer Breakfast from 6:00 a.m. until 7:30 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. Table of 8 can be sponsored for $125 and Individual tickets can be purchased at the Altus Chamber of Commerce for $15.00 each. The keynote speaker is Kent Humphreys, business leader from Oklahoma CIty

6th............... Altus Public Schools closed

6th - 7th..... Annual Rock-N-Rumble. For more information contact Main Street Altus (580) 482-2277. RNR Entry Form

7th............... DAV will host an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 Breakfast will consist of Pancakes, sausage, bacon & eggs. There will be coffee and juice, also. Cost is $5.00, proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

12th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

21st............... Lawton-Fort Sill Armed Forces Day Parade. Line-Up begins at 7:00 a.m. and the Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. for more information call (580) 355-3541

23rd............... Committee of 100 Newcomer Welcome and Reception at Lucas Farms. For more information contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210 Lucas Farms Flyer

26th............... Altus Public Schools Last Day of School

27th............... Altus Public Schools High School Graduation

30th............... American Legion will host a Memorial Day Breakfast from 8-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 This event is open to all Veterans and their famiies, widows of veterans, active duty and their families. There in no cost for the breakfast. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

June

Continuous... The Altus Chamber of Commerce will be conducting its Annual Tourism Promotion. The Tourism Ambassador will visit businesses throughout Altus and the surrounding area in an attempt to raise funds for tourism.

1st............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

7th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

8th............... Altus Legislative Luncheon hosted by the Altus Chamber of Commerce and the Altus Kiwanis Club. The luncheon will be held in the Multi-Purpose Center of WOSC from 11:45 until 1:00 p.m. Cost for lunch will be $10.00 for non-Kiwanians.

9th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

11th-26th.......... Oklahoma Arts Institute will host a two-week residential school that provides professional training to artistically talented Oklahoma students in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Visit their web-site for more information: www.oaiquartz.com . Auditions for the 2011 Summer Program have concluded. Information about OSAI 2012 will be posted in the fall. The program schedule will be posted in May.

17th............... Relay for Life at the Altus Junior High School Marshall Field from 7:00 p.m. until June 18th at 7:00 a.m.

21st-22nd.......... The Altus Chamber of Commerce will host a Grant Writing Workshop. More information to follow.

25th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30.

July

Continuous... The Museum of the Western Prairie is now open. Located at 1100 Memorial Drive, the museum hours of operation will be Tuesday thru Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. For more information call (580) 482-1044 or e-mail muswestpr@okhistory.org.

Continuous... Quartz Mountain has much to offer for summer fun: QM Visitor/Nature Center with information and brochures on local attractions. The Nature Center features seasonal displays of park wildlife, plant life and geologichistory. Hands on exhibits include a touch table, track pits and quiz board. Hours of Operation are 8-Noon and 1-5 p.m. daily. Call (580) 563-2666 for more information. QM Fun Park and Water Slide complete with a Double Water Slide, Go-Carts, Bumper Cars, Ferris Wheel, Petting Zoo, and Kiddie Rides. Hours of Operation are 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily. Call (580) 563-2511 for more information. QM Paddleboats & Miniature Golf Hours of Operation are 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. from Sun-Thurs and 10:00 a.m. – dusk on Fri and Sat. Call (580) 563-2465 for more information. Quartz Mountain has several trails for hiking, enjoy swimming or other water activities on the Lake, Fishing and camping.

1st............... The Granite 4th of July Celebration. Hot dogs will be served at the Park beginning at 7 p.m. Fireworks will begin at dark (9:45 pm). There will be activities and fun for the whole family with music lasting until around midnight. Contact (580) 535-2116 for more information.

1st–2nd..... American Band Music Festival in Lawton, OK at Elmer Thomas Park.This festival is family friendly with live music, food vendors and fun. The events kick off at 6 p.m. on Friday July 1st and continue into Saturday with Fireworks closing the show Saturday night at 10 p.m.

2nd–3rd..... Medicine Park 4th of July Celebration. Come join Medicine Park as the town celebrates the Nation’s Independence and the Birthday of the town. There will be music throughout the evening and lots of fun and activities for the whole family. Bands will begin playing at around 3 p.m. on both July 2nd and 3rd. Call Medicine Park Town Hall for more information (580) 529-2825.

4th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce closed in observance of Independence Day

4th............... The Altus 4th of July Celebration. Fireworks will begin at dark (9:45 pm). The Reservoir Road will be closed to traffic beginning at 8 pm. Contact (580) 482-0210 for more information.

5th............... Altus AFB DDR and Youth Center will host a Summer Carnival/Information Fair from 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the AAFB Youth Center. This event will be geared toward youth ages 5-12 years of age. If you need more information contact Katie Adkins via e-mail at katie.adkins@altus.af.mil.

5th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

6th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

6th............... The Altus Chamber of Commerce will perform a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Plaza Restaurant & Bar at 2:00 p.m. The Plaza is one of the Chamber’s newest members. Please join us in welcoming their membership.

9th............... DAV will host an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Altus Community Center, 401 Falcon Rd. Breakfast will consist of Pancakes, sausage, bacon & eggs. There will be coffee and juice, also. Cost is $5.00, proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

9th............... DAV will host Bluegrass & Gospel Music Festival at the Altus Community Center starting at 3:00 p.m. There will be 4 bands playing approximately 40 minute session with an intermission between the 2nd and 3rd bands. During the intermission there will be hamburgers and hot dogs served. All proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. Cost for this event is $5 per person. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

9th............... Zachary J. Cook Memorial Run will take place at the Altus City Reservoir beginning at 7:15 p.m. This 2 mile run/walk will support scholarships for graduating Seniors of Altus High School and Memorials in Zachary Cook’s name. There will be Ice Cream and Pizza following the event. Early Registration fee is $25 and Registration the day of the event is $30 and will take place from 5:45 to 7:00 p.m. at the Altus Community Center. For more information call Terese at (580) 301-0802

11th............... The Shortgrass Arts & Humanitites Council will host their Annual Meeting in the Garden of Eddie and Joan Wilcoxen. The theme for the meeting is “The Days of Wine and Roses”. The meeting is scheduled to last from 7-9 p.m. For more information call Kathy Hale at the Southern Prairie Library System-Altus Public Library at (580) 477-2890.

14th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30

16th–23rd..... Airborne Demonstration Team Jump School. Visit www.wwiiadt.org or call the Frederick Chamber of Commerce (580) 335-2126 for more information.

16th............... The Salvation Army of Altus OK will be hosting their first Charity Golf Tournament at the Quartz Mountain Golf Club. This will be a 4-Person Scramble and teams are $200/each. There will be a shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for Closest to Pin, hole-in-one, longest drive and longest putt. Sponsorships are available. For more information call Lt Price at (580) 482-8577

17th............... The Oklahoma City Zoo will have a Sales Tax Appreciation day in which admission is Free for everyone. For more information call (405) 425-0262.

22nd–31st..... Quartz Mountain Music Festival features four major concerts and four Academies in 2011: The Celendino Romero Guitar Academy, Chamber Music and Orchestral Academy, Conducting Academy and the new Jazz Academy. Two student performances will be conducted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday July 31st at 2:00 p.m. both at the Kerr Performing Arts Hall at Quartz Mountain. Four major concerts will take place during the two week session. See calendar, call the chamber or go online to www.qmmf.org to purchase tickets. We are coordinating homestays for musicians; if you are interested in donating a bedroom this year, call the chamber office at (580) 482-0210.

22nd............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Concert “All That Jazz” at the Blair Catering Hall in Blair, OK starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be an intimate jazz club setting complete with 30” round tables for guest to sit at while they enjoy the program. There will be a cash bar and attendees are welcome to bring their own food. The Blair Catering Hall is located at the intersection of Main St and Zinn in Blair, OK. For more information call (580) 482-0210. Tickets are $30.00 each and available by phone, the internet at www.qmmf.org, or at the door.

23rd............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Concert “Chamber Music Madness” at the Blair Catering Hall in Blair, OK starting at 7:00 p.m. Seating will surround the musicians as they play classics from composers such as P.D.Q. Bach, Astor Piazzola and more. There will be a cash bar. The Blair Catering Hall is located at the intersection of Main St and Zinn in Blair, OK. For more information call (580) 482-0210. Tickets are $30.00 each and available by phone, the internet at www.qmmf.org, or at the door.

23rd............... Open Hangar Day at the Frederick, OK Airport from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. There will be WWII Living History Displays, Military Vehicle and Aircraft Displays, Airborne Jump Demonstrations and much more. Visit www.wwiiadt.org or call the Frederick Chamber of Commerce (580) 335-2126 for more information.

23rd............... Quartz Mountain Flyer will run. Reservations and Information call Lone Wolf City Hall (580) 846-9078. Advance Reservations are suggested. The two hour train trip begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20-30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years in age, and children under the age of 4 are free.

23rd–30th..... AMC Rodeo 2011. The Air Mobility Command Rodeo is a biennial Olympic-style, international airlift competition hosted by the United States Air Force Air Mobility Command. AMC gathers wings from active duty, reserve, and Air National Guard units across the United States and around the world to test and improve tactics in a competitive environment. In this environment units are able to demonstrate capabilities, improve procedures, compare notes, and enhance standardization for global operations. The competition tests the flight and ground skills of mobility aircraft aircrews, security forces, aerial port operations, aeromedical evacuation, and maintenance team members. The event showcases the best of US and international mobility forces abilities and provides a forum for US airmen and international partners to share the best of tactics and techniques that are essential in the continued pursuit of coalition operations around the world. The Altus AFB Rodeo Team will again compete in this year’s event held at McChord Field, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington State. The Altus community will again support the team with items for their hospitality tent and providing some money for T-Shirts, Coins and Hats. Each team member will be presented an authentic straw cowboy hat provided by NBC. Other sponsors from Altus include Boeing, L3-Link Simulation & Training,

26th............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival will be hosting their Welcome Reception at the Blair Catering Hall in Blair, OK. The time for this event is TBD. For more information call (580) 649-7596

27th............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival features four major concerts and four Academies in 2011: The Celendino Romero Guitar Academy, Chamber Music and Orchestral Academy, Conducting Academy and the new Jazz Academy. Student performances will be conducted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday July 31st at 2:00 p.m. both at the Kerr Performing Arts Hall at Quartz Mountain.

29th............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Concert “The Romeros and Friends” at the Robert M. Kerr Performing Arts Center at the Quartz Mountain Resort starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar. For more information call (580) 482-0210. Tickets are $30.00 each and available by phone, the internet at www.qmmf.org, or at the door.

30th............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Concert “The Heroes of Classical & Romantic Compasers” at the Robert M. Kerr Performing Arts Center at the Quartz Mountain Resort starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar. For more information call (580) 482-0210. Tickets are $30.00 each and available by phone, the internet at www.qmmf.org, or at the door. Musicians wil be performing the works of talented composers such as: Berlioz, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and more. The winner of the 2011 Quartz Mountain Music Festival Competition will perform a concerto as well.

29th–30th..... Altus Crazy Days Sale – Retail Shopping Event. For more information call the Altus Chamber of Commerce at (580) 482-0210

31st............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival features four major concerts and four Academies in 2011: The Celendino Romero Guitar Academy, Chamber Music and Orchestral Academy, Conducting Academy and the new Jazz Academy. A Student performance will be conducted on Sunday July 31st at 2:00 p.m. at the Kerr Performing Arts Hall at Quartz Mountain.

August

Continuous... The Altus Farmers Market at the Altus Plaza Shopping Center from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

1st............... Welcome Reception for Colonel Krawietz and Colonel Eaton at Charlie’s on Altus AFB from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

1st–6th..... The American Indian Expo in Anadarko at the Caddo County Fairgrounds. This event will showcase the arts, crafts and traditions of the 14 Plains Indian tribes. This event also features one of the largest American Indian parades in Oklahoma. Come to the American Indian Expo to enjoy contest dancing, a carnival, parades on Monday and Saturday, pageants, a fry bread contest, talent presentations, crafts, concessions, and so much more. For more information call (405) 284-6241.

2nd............... Roundtable with Commissioner John Doak at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 11:00 a.m. Commissioner Doak will speak at the Rotary Club meeting at WOSC following the roundtable event. This event is open to all who would like to attend .

2nd............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

3rd............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

5th............... Altus Public Schools One-Stop Enrollment for New Students - AHS Cafeteria

5th............... A Spaghetti Dinner with all the trimmings will be held at the Altus Community Center from 6 to 8 p.m. Although this event is geared toward the riders to help them “carb up” for the big event, it is open to the public who would like to show their support for this event. Cost for the dinner is $5 per person and Proceeds from this event will benefit Southwestern Youth Services. For more information call (580) 471-5756.

5th–6th..... Western Trail Days Camp – The Camp includes all meals, campfire, entertainment and training for events, as well as equipment necessary to compete. Entry Fee is $150. Also to be submitted with Entry Fee is your best Cowboy Photo of entrant. Cowboys need to bring sleeping bag, toiletries, flashlight, cowboy cloths, work cloths. There are three categories: Category 1 for boys 9 years old, Category 2 for boys 10 years old, Category 3 for boys 11 years old. For information call Bull Watkins (580) 481-8014, Jude Watkins (580) 481-9200, Amee Gillispie (580) 480-5609 or e-mail ott@sbcglobal.net

5th–7th..... Oklahoma Tax Free Weekend, Friday Aug 5, Sat Aug 6 and Sun Aug 7, 2011

6th............... The 4th Annual Quartz Mountain Diamondback 100 bicycle ride beginning at the Altus City Reservoir at 7:00 a.m. and continuing on a scenic tour of the flatlands of SW Oklahoma. There will be fully equipped rest stops every 10 miles. You can obtain more information about this event at www.diamondback100.com or call (580) 471-5756.

6th............... Mangum Antique Classic Car Show at the Downtown Square in Mangum, OK. Come to Mangum and see many antique and classic street rods, Mustangs, pick-ups, motorcycles, unfinished cars, bicycles, and mini-trucks. Thirteen classes will be featured and awards will be given in multiple categories. Call the Greer County Chamber of Commerce for more information (580) 782-2444.

6th............... The Miss Altus Outstanding Teen Pageant will be held at 8:00 p.m. in the Altus City Auditorium. Call Angela to reserve tickets at (580) 471-7165

10th............... Planning Meeting for Lady’s Welcome Coffee at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 3:30 p.m.

10th–13th..... The Lawton PRCA Rodeo at the L.O. Ranch Arena located at 2001 SE 6th St, Lawton, OK. Over 400 Cowboys and Cowgirls will compete in tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding and barrel racing. Grand Entry starts at 7:30 each night. For more information call (580) 429-8319

11th............... MLA Luncheon at Club Altus from Noon until 1:30 p.m.

11th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30

12th–14th..... Summer’s Last Blast in Vernon, TX. Contact Jim Gryseels at (940) 886-8389.

15th–22nd..... Compliance Inspection at Altus Air Force Base.

16th............... First day of school for students, Altus Public Schools

16th............... Quartz Mountain Music Festival Board of Directors Meeting at 3:00 p.m. at the Altus Chamber of Commerce. Call (580) 649-7596 for more information.

17th............... AARP Driver’s Safety Program will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Towers, 101 E. Commerce Street. Tuition is $14 for non-AARP members and $12 for members. To RSVP for this class call the Altus Chamber of Commerce at (580) 482-0210.

17th............... Altus Community Foundation Meeting at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 11:30 p.m.

18th............... Warrior Welcome at Club Altus on Altus Air Force Base at 7:30 a.m. CANCELED

20th............... Quartz Mountain Flyer will run. Reservations and Information call Lone Wolf City Hall (580) 846-9078. Advance Reservations are suggested. The two hour train trip begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20-30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years in age, and children under the age of 4 are free.

20th............... Calling all boys ares 11-17. Come swim with the Altus Air Force Base Boy Scout Troop 212 at 2:00 p.m. and learn more about scouting. For more information contact (580) 471-1419

20th............... 4-H Achievement Banquet at the WOSC Student Center at 4:00 p.m. For more information contact the OSU Extension Office at (580) 482-0823. RESCHEDULED: DATE TBD

20th............... Boy Scouts meeting at the Altus AFB Pool from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. For more information call Charlie (580) 471-1419 or Robin (580) 477-1150.

20th............... KEYB Country Showdown will be held at the City Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. Admission is $3.00. Come out and watch as local area talent competes for a chance to move on to the next round in the competition. The further a contestant makes it, the closer they get to a Nashville recording contract.

20th............... Annual Giddy-Up Gala hosting by The Shortgrass Arts & Humanities Council at the Jackson County Expo Center. The Tommy Joe’s BBQ Dinner will begin at 6 p.m. and the entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. This year’s performing artist will be Jean Prescott. For more information contact Kathy Hale at the Southern Prairie Library System-Altus Public Library at (580) 477-2890. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children and are available at the area financial institutions and also the Altus Chamber of Commerce.

22nd............... Sizzlin’ Summer Celebration – the Altus Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 special event and the Altus Military Affairs Committee Compliance Inspection Celebration will be held in conjunction with the Altus AFB AMC Rodeo 2011 Celebration at Altus AFB Wings of Freedom Park from 3:00-6:00 p.m. There will be lots of fun for the whole family. For more information call the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

23rd............... Main Street Altus will be hosting a Merchant Coffee. The ER Committee will meet from 8:01 to 8:15 and the ER Committee and Merchants will meet from 8:15 until 9:15 at the Main Street Altus office, located at 219 N. Main Street. To RSVP call (580) 482-2277. Topics will include the Map Database and Main Street District Map, 2011-2012 Workplans, Reinvestment Reporting, Welcome Brooms, Yearly Joint Advertising Opportunities, Candy Cane Cash, Holiday Window Competition, Retail Ideas, And a special presentation by Jill Owenby of Southwest Technology Center on “How Social Media can help your Business”

24th............... Farm City Week Planning Meeting at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 3:30 p.m.

25th –27th..... Great Plains Stampede Rodeo, all performances begin at 8:00 p.m. at the Rodeo Arena. Tickets are available from Queen Contestants and various local merchants. Visit www.greatplainsstampederodeo.com.

25th............... Longhorn Cattle Drive thru Altus AFB kicking off the Great Plains Stampede Rodeo at 10:00 a.m.

25th............... Free BBQ with a ticket at 6:00 p.m. and Military Night at Rodeo

26th............... Family Night at the Rodeo

27th............... Rodeo Parade at 11:00, line up at Bradford and Grady Streets. Tuff Enough to Wear Pink Night.

30th............... Christmas Parade Planning Meeting at the Altus Chamber of Commerce at 3:30 p.m.

31st............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Livestock Show meeting at 3:30 p.m.

September

1st –3rd..... 20th & 81st TAC Fighter Wings will have their 25th yearly reunion. If you would like more information on activities that will be going on, call Danny King (580) 482-3114.

2nd ............... Altus High School vs. Vernon at home. Start time is 7:30 p.m.

3rd ............... DAV will host an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 E. Commerce St. Breakfast will consist of Pancakes, sausage, bacon & eggs. There will be coffee and juice, also. Cost is $5.00, proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

3rd............... Quartz Mountain Flyer will run. Reservations and Information call Lone Wolf City Hall (580) 846-9078. Advance Reservations are suggested. The two hour train trip begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20-30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years in age, and children under the age of 4 are free.

6th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

6th–9th..... Comanche County Fair will be held daily from 9 am until 6 pm at the Comanche County Fairgrounds in Lawton. This annual county fair features a variety of commercial and local agricultural exhibits, including livestock, arts and crafts, award-winning farm produce and 4H and FFA displays. Children’s activities will also be available. Admission is FREE. For more information contact Marty New at (580) 355-1176

7th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

7th – 10th ..... Jackson County Free Fair, Expo Center will be held daily from 2pm until 8 p.m. This annual county fair features a variety of commercial and local agricultural exhibits, including livestock, arts and crafts, 4H and FFA displays. Children’s activities will also be available. Call April at 580-482-0823. If you would like a full schedule of events, please contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210

8th............... Welcome Coffee for Beth Krawietz and Lisa Eaton from 9:30 to 11:30. For more information call the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210

9th............... Altus High School vs. Lawton Eisenhower at home. Start time is 7:30 p.m.

9th–10th..... 7th Annual Senator Jim Inhofe Dove Hunt at Quartz Mountain.

15th............... Altus High School vs. Lawton High at Lawton High. Start time is 7:00 p.m.

17th............... Hispanic Fiesta Dance and Vendor Booths from 6 pm until Midnight at the Altus Community Center. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. Vendor Booth fee is $30. For more information contact Mary Esparza (580) 482-1450 or Raul Guerra (580) 471-6509.

23rd............... Altus High School vs. NW Classes (OKC) at home. Start time is 7:30 p.m.

23rd............... ASYMCA 1st Annual Chocolate Festival. More information to follow.

23rd............... Southwest Oklahoma Chapter of the American Red Cross is hosting their Annual Style Show and Silent Auction. Location will be the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. Time will be 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. Cost for this event is $12.50 and proceeds support American Red Cross programs. For more information call (580) 482-5303

23rd–25th..... International Festival at the Elmer Thomas Park in Lawton, OK.

24th............... The Altus Fire/Rescue Dept and Jackson County Health Dept will be sponsoring National Seat Check Saturday at 1915 N. Main St. from 10 am until 1 pm. For more information call (580) 481-3517

29th............... Altus High School vs. Lawton MacArthur at Lawton MacArthur. Start time is 7:00 p.m.

October

4th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

5th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

13th-16th.......... Oklahoma Arts Institute will host a workshop that provides professional training to artistically talented Oklahoma students in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Visit their web-site for more information: www.oaiquartz.com . Specific workshop dates and course offerings will be posted this summer.

20th-23rd.......... Oklahoma Arts Institute will host a workshop that provides professional training to artistically talented Oklahoma students in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Visit their web-site for more information: www.oaiquartz.com . Specific workshop dates and course offerings will be posted this summer.

24th............... Committee of 100 Newcomer Welcome and Reception at Lucas Farms. For more information call (580) 482-0210

27th-30th.......... Oklahoma Arts Institute will host a workshop that provides professional training to artistically talented Oklahoma students in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Visit their web-site for more information: www.oaiquartz.com . Specific workshop dates and course offerings will be posted this summer.

29th............... Quartz Mountain Flyer will run. Reservations and Information call Lone Wolf City Hall (580) 846-9078. Advance Reservations are suggested. The two hour train trip begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20-30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years in age, and children under the age of 4 are free.

November

1st............... Habitat for Humanity will host a Homeowner Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center at 5:30 p.m. for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization. For more information call (580) 480-0041.

2nd............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

2nd–6th..... Oklahoma Arts Institute will host a workshop that provides professional training to artistically talented Oklahoma Educators, amateur artists and professional artists, ages 21 and over in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Visit their web-site for more information: www.oaiquartz.com . Specific workshop dates and course offerings will be posted this summer.

3rd............... Great Plains Country Board of Directors meeting at the Great Plains Country office in Duncan at 10:30 a.m.

3rd–6th..... Airlift Tanker Association Symposium, Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee.

5th............... Southwest Community Action Group Harvest for the Hungry sacks will be distributed to the community at large. Several teams of volunteers will go throughout the community and place sacks on door knobs. There will be a flyer attached to the sack indicating what items are being requested. Sacks will be picked up on November 12th. If you have any questions, please call (580) 471-9489

5th............... The Altus Masonic Lodge and Altus Salvation Army will host a Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Altus Masonic Lodge located at 1120 N. Hudson Street. Cost for the breakfast is $5.00 and proceeds will be used to benefit the Altus Salvation Army Christmas Relief Projects. For more information call (580) 482-8577.

5th............... DAV will host an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 E. Commerce St. Breakfast will consist of Pancakes, sausage, bacon & eggs. There will be coffee and juice, also. Cost is $5.00, proceeds go to helping veterans and their families. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

5th............... JD & The Dozers will be performing at the Altus City Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. For Tickets and Information call (580 ) 482-0117.

6th............... Holiday Open House.

7th–10th..... Altus Chamber of Commerce 34th Annual Farm City Week

9th............... Farm City Week Farm Tours and Luncheon. There will be two groups of Farm Tours; one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The Morning Tour will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at about 11:30 a.m. with the option to attend the Luncheon and the Afternoon Tour will begin with the option to attend the Luncheon at 11:30, with the tour bus departing the parking lot at 1:00 p.m. and end around 4:30 p.m. If you would like to sign up for this event, please call the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210. The meeting place for this event is the Western Oklahoma State College Parking Lot

10th............... Farm City Week Base Open House Tour. Contact the Altus Chamber of Commerce for more information (580) 482-0210.

10th............... Farm City Week Banquet will be held at the Altus High School Cafetorium.

11th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce closed in observance of Veteran’s Day

11th............... Altus Schools closed in observance of Veteran’s Day

11th............... American Legion will host a Veteran’s Day Breakfast from 8-11 a.m. at the Towers Meeting room, 101 E. Commerce Street. This event is open to all Veterans and their families, widows of veterans, active duty and their families. There in no cost for the breakfast. For more information call Virgil Williams (580) 471-1692.

12th............... Southwest Community Action Group Harvest for the Hungry sacks will be picked up. If you have any questions, please call (580) 471-948

12th............... The Republican Women will host their Annual Beans and Baskets fundraiser event at the Jackson County Expo Center from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Guest Speaker this year will be General Rita Aragon, Secretary of Veterans and Military Affairs for the State of Oklahoma.

16th............... AARP 55 Alive Drivers Safety Program from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Towers Conference Room, 101 E. Commerce Street. For more information call (580) 471-5310

16th............... Altus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting at 3:30 p.m.

16th............... First United Methodist Church will host their Country Kitchen Bazaar at the Calico Soup Nook of the Family Life Center. Cost is $6.50. Lunch starts at 11:00 a.m.

17th............... The Altus Chamber of Commerce will host their 103rd Annual Banquet at the Altus High School Cafetorium at 7:01 p.m. There will be a catered meal at this event. General Raymond Johns, Jr., Commander, Air Mobility Command will be the guest speaker. Dress for this event is Suit and Tie for civilians and Service Dress for military. If you have any questions, please call the Altus Chamber of Commerce (580) 482-0210.

19th............... The City of Altus will kick off Christmas in the Park 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Santa to arrive by Fire Truck at 7:30 p.m. Christmas lights to be turned on at dark.

21st–22nd..... Altus High School students will present their own version of Phantom of The Opera at the Eula B. Peterson Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. The All School Production will be directed by Altus High School teachers Stephanie Douglas and Alice Newman. The orchestra will be conducted by Mary Runyan, and the choreography is by AHS students Evan Smiley, Morgan Gover and Holly Leverett. Set Director is Mike Snyder. Tickets will be on sale through the month of November.

23rd–25th..... Altus Schools closed in observance of Thanksgiving Holiday

24th–25th..... Altus Chamber of Commerce closed in observance of Thanksgiving Holiday

25th............... Santa’s Early Blitz – Early Bird Specials 8 – 10 a.m. at participating retailers

26th............... Quartz Mountain Flyer will run. Reservations and Information call Lone Wolf City Hall (580) 846-9078. Advance Reservations are suggested. The two hour train trip begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20-30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years in age, and children under the age of 4 are free.

28th............... Deadline for Christmas Parade Registration

December

Continuous... Christmas in the Park Beginning on November 20th and running until January 1st.

4th............... The 31st Annual Christmas Parade. There is no fee for registration in the Parade. Registration information is available at the Chamber of Commerce. For more information call (580) 482-0210.

6th............... Habitat for Humanity will host an Orientation Session at the Altus Rotary Center for those interested in obtaining a home through their organization.

7th............... Coffee Cup Bunch will meet at the Altus Public Library, located at 421 N. Hudson, at 10:00 a.m.

18th............... Main Street Altus “Candy Cane Cash $10,000 Give-Away”. Festivities will begin at 1:00 p.m. and the drawing will be at 3:00 p.m.

Merry Christmas

From the Altus Chamber of Commerce

****Dates on this calendar are subject to change*****