An Independence Day celebration will be held in Medicine Park on July 4th with an old-fashioned picnic at the ballpark, games, music and a fireworks display at 9:00 pm. The festivities will continue July 5-6 as the city celebrates their Centennial with an ice-cream social, contests, music, theatrical performances and more. The community is invited to attend.
Carnegie will have a "Fabulous Fourth" celebration, beginning at 6:00 pm, at the corner of Oklahoma 9 and Oklahoma 58. The event will include a variety of entertainment including inflatable toys, face painting, sack races, a bungee run, and a treasure hunt. Those attending can also participate in a co-ed volley ball tournament and a horseshoe tournament. Food booths and a concession stand will be available for those attending and the celebration will end with a fireworks display after dark.
The Walters Chamber of Commerce will sponsor an Independence Day Celebration beginning with a softball tournament at 8:00 am at the Sultan and Youth Parks. The afternoon activities, held at Sultan Park, will include games, prize give-a-ways, a queen and princess contest, and a fireworks display.
"Freedom Fest 2008" will be held July 4 at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls. The festivities will begin at 3:30 pm with food, games and entertainment. "Tops in Blue" will perform at 8:00 pm; and the fireworks show will begin at 10:00 pm. The public is invited to attend. (Vehicles must enter through the Hospital Gate at 9th Avenue)
The First United Methodist Church, 2300 Country Club Road, in Duncan will host a Fourth of July Celebration beginning at 7:30 pm, on the grounds of the church. The event will include a performance by the Duncan Community Band, watermelon and fireworks. The community is invited to bring their lawn chair and attend. For more information, call 580-355-3353.
The First Assembly of God Church, along with Cameron Baptist Church of Lawton will present a free "I Love America Celebration" July 4, beginning at 2:00 pm, at Elmer Thomas Park in Lawton. The celebration will include music, the "Amazing Force Sky Divers", special guest Lauren Nelson (Miss America 2007) a Family Fun Zone, a 100-voice choir and 50- piece orchestra, and a fireworks show at 9:45 pm. For more information, call the First Assembly of God Church at 580-536-9325.
The community is invited to an old-fashioned 4th of July celebration at the Kell House Museum in Wichita Falls. The celebration will feature a patriotic program, tours, free games, balloons, a cake walk, a bounce house, and refreshments.. A bike, trike and pet parade will also be held beginning at 9:30 am. The parade will start at 8th & Ohio Streets and end at the Kell House Museum. For more information, call 940-723-2712.
"Peach Day" at the Farmer's Market will be held July 5, in downtown Wichita Falls. (Eighth & Ohio Streets) The Charlie/Thornberry Farmers Market Association will offer peach smoothies for the public to sample and will also be giving away recipes for fresh peaches. For more information, call 940-544-2223 or visit www.wichitafallsfarmersmarket.com.
Iraq Veteran Sgt. John Clipp, will be the guest speaker July 6, at 6;00 pm, at First Baptist East in Lawton. Sgt. Clipp will share his testimony of God's faithfulness during the struggles of serving in deadliest area of Iraq. For more information, call 580-355-6190.
"Camp Silly," for children who have completed the first and second grades, will be held July 7 at First Baptist East and July 8 at Cameron Baptist Church, both of Lawton. The day camp's hours will be from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and the camp is limited to 25 children. The cost is $15.00 and a parents meeting will be held July 2, at 7:30 pm at First Baptist East. For more information, call 580-355-6190.
The Duncan Little Theatre is accepting enrollment for Teen Theatre, a workshop for students in grades six through 12. Teen Theatre will be held July 7-25 and will conclude July 26 with the production of "A Fairy Tale Court." For more information, call 580-252-833.
The University of Oklahoma College of Nursing Student Nurses Association and Duncan Regional Hospital will host "I Wanna Be A Nurse Camp" July 9 and 12, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. in Duncan. Youth, ages 11 to 15 will learn about the nursing profession, nutrition, first aid, health assessment and much more. The cost is $15.00 per student. For more information, call 580-251-8203.
The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge will present "Under Cover of Darkness Tours" beginning at 8:00 pm on July 12, 19, and 26. Participants in the tour will have the opportunity to learn about night-time activities of wildlife at the refuge with the assistance of members of the Association of the Friends of the Wichitas. Reservations are required and the cost is $5.00 per person. For more information, call 580-429-2151.
The Lawton-Fort Sill Co-op Family Fun Day & Military Appreciation Day will be held July 12 at the Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area in Lawton. The gates will open at 10:00 am and a free lunch will be served from noon to 2:00 pm. Activities will include a sand castle contest, paddle boats, a sand treasure hunt for children, live music, inflatables, and miniature golf. The event is free to Military ID card holders and Coop members.
River Bend Nature Center of Wichita Falls will offer "Create a Masterpiece" Camp July 14-18, from 9:00 am to noon, Youth, ages nine and older, will be guided as they write their own story, create artwork for the story, and bind their work in a book for presentation at a reception for family and friends. For more information, call 940-322-1230.
The Chisholm Trail Arts Council, of Duncan, is accepting enrollment for Art Explosion 2008. Arts Explosion, for youth in the third through fifth grades, allows students to work with professional artists while learning Kite Making, Drawing, Tye-Dye & Batik, Mime, Pottery and Dance. Sessions will be held July 14-18 at the Stephens County Fairgrounds in Duncan. For more information, call 580-252-4160.
OK-TEEM (Oklahoma Transition to Education and Employment through Mentoring) will sponsor a Free Basketball Camp July 14-17 at Cameron University in Lawton. Session one, for youth, ages seven to 12 will meet from 9:00 am to noon; and Session two, for youth, ages 13 to 15 will meet from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Registration dates will be held on June 30 and July 2, 7 and 9. Accommodations will be available for youth with disabilities and volunteers are also needed to assist with the camp. For more information, call 580-355-3802.
The Story Patch Players will present "Tweedledee & TweedleDum" July 17, at 10:30 am in the Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls. Children 2 1/2 years old and older (and their parents) are invited to attemd the live participatory theatre presentation. Tickets are $3.00. For more information, call 940-692-5005.
"School House Rock Live, Jr." will be presented July 18-20 at the Lawton Community Theatre. The Magic Theatre Selection, presented by youth from the first grade through high school, is a G-rated musical based on the Emmy Award-winning educational cartoon show. Performance times will be at 7:00 pm on July 18; 2:00 and 7:00 pm on July 19; and 2:00 pm on July 20. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and youth; and $5.00 for children 12 and under. For more information, call 580-355-1600.
The 1st annual Quarts Mountain Diamondback 100-Mile Bicycle Ride will be held July 19th, beginning at the Altus Reservoir. Prizes will be awarded and volunteers are also needed. Proceeds will benefit CASA, (Court Appoint Special Advocates for Children) a non-profit agency speaking for abused children in court. For more information, call 580-379-9017.
The First Baptist Church of Burkburnett, (TX) will sponsor an AWANA Soccer Camp July 21-25, from 9:00 to noon, at the Burkburnett Soccer Field. The cost is $25.00 and includes a daily snack, back pack, soccer ball, water bottle and camp booklet. Youth ages five (by Sept 1) through the fifth grade are invited to attend. For more information, call 940-569-1434.
The WWII Demonstration Team will invites the community to Open Hangar Day July 26 at the Frederick Airport. Activities will include WWII living history displays, military vehicle and aircraft displays, an Airborne Jump Demonstration and a wing pinning ceremony. Flights on the team's historic C-47 will also be available. For more information, call 580-335-2126 or visit www.wwiiadt.org.
The Kemp Center for the Arts of Wichita Falls will offer Glass Art Camp for July 28-31, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Youth ages 12 to 17 will learn how to design and create glass jewelry, mosaics and etchings in glass. Students will also see live demonstrations on cutting, fusing, along with other glass techniques. The registration deadline is July 18. For more information, call 940-767-2787.
The First United Methodist Church of Lawton will host "Living Proof Live" a Beth Moore Simulcast August 1,from 6:30 to 9:00 pm; and August 2, from 8:30 am to noon. Known for presenting the Scripture in living color, Christian speaker, author, and ministry leader Beth Moore speaks at conferences all over the United States and her Bible studies are used by over 750,000 people each year. Travis Cottrell will lead in praise and worship during the broadcast. Tickets are $30 each (for both sessions) Please RSVP by July 15 by calling 580-355-5204. A nursery is also available by reservation.
Martha Road Baptist Church will present "One," a Marriage Retreat on September 26-27 at Quarz Mountain Lodge, near Altus. The speakers will be Charles and Laura Wyatt. The cost for the conference is $200 per couple, which includes the retreat, materials, and breakfast and lunch on September 27. A $100 deposit is due by August 15 for those who would like to attend. For more information, call 580-482-3377.
The USA Volleyball league is sponsoring an adult volleyball league in Lawton for men and women over 18 years old. The league is free and the community is invited to participate. For more information, call 580-250-1610 or 580-695-2140.
The Wichita Falls Parks and Wildlife Department Fisheries Office offers free use of fishing tackle to the public. The program is designed for family members to take children fishing, but is open to the community. For more information, call 940-766-2383.
St. Paul Lutheran Church of Wichita Falls hosts "Mothering with Christ," a mother's support and devotional group the 2, 3, 4, and 5th Wednesdays of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. For more information, call 940-322-6112.
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 800 North Forrest, in Altus invites youth ages four through sixth grade, to their Summer Ministry of "Kids for Christ" each Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. For more information, call 580-482-1775.
Southside Baptist Church, of Snyder will host the youth of the community every Thursday, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, during the month of July. Youth, who have completed the first grade and older, are invited to afternoons of recreation, Bible study, crafts, mission opportunities snacks and music. The church is located on the south edge of Snyder, just west of Highway 183. For more information, call 580-397-3241.
The Wichita Falls Public Library is offering several summer activities during the month of July. The events will include "Storytime with Celebrity Readers, "Anime Movie Marathons," "Make-it Take-it Crafts for Youth," Teen Crafts and three special presentations by the Wichita Falls Police Department. For more information, call 940-767-0868.
The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, of Lawton, will offer its summer program for youth from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, through August 1. The summer program will offer cooking classes, a game room with pool and ping-pong tables, arts & crafts, a computer lab, field trips, a concession stand, and more. For more information, call 580-357-7541.
The Wichita Falls Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Summer Outdoor Concert Series each Tuesday, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm through September 30. The free concerts will be held on the outdoor stage of South Weeks Park in Wichita Falls. The community is welcome to bring their lawn chairs and enjoy a variety of entertainment. For more information, call 940-761-7490.
