‘Good Vibrations’ car show Aug. 17
The annual “Good Vibrations” car and truck show and bicycle contest will be Saturday, Aug. 17 at Blinn Park in Tonkawa. It is sponsored by the Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Caregivers support group in Tonkawa
The Kay County Caregivers support group meets from 4-6 p.m. the first Monday of every month at 118 S. Seventh, Tonkawa, across the street from the Tonkawa city offices. It is sponsored by long term care authority and the Area Agency of Aging.
Anyone assisting with the care of a family member, friend or loved one is welcome to attend. Goals of this group are to provide social interaction with other care givers such as yourself and to inform people about resourcces and information available for the cae for a loved one. Please feel free to join us for a casual, relaxed afternoon on Monday, July 1, 2019, for the first group meeting. Questions? Call Russ at 580-670-4428.
Donate to weight room project
The Tonkawa Alumni Association is conducting a fund drive for the 2019 weight room project for Buccaneer athletics, president David Fruits said this week. Make checks payable to the Tonkawa Alumni Association, P.O. Box 12, Tonkawa, OK 74653.
Firemen testing hydrants this month
The Tonkawa Fire Department will be testing hydrants during the month of May and the first half of June. Fire Chief/EMS Director Justin Kienzle made the announcement.
Hours at the McCarter Museum
The McCarter Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1:00-3:00 p.m..
Other times for tours or visiting may be made by calling
(580) 761-7576 or any of the numbers listed on the door. Visitors are always welcome.
IOOF Cemetery needs donations
The IOOF Cemetery is in need of donations to continue operation of the cemetery, Garry Davis announced this week. Brent Bailey is caretaker. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 121 with checks made to the Tonkawa Cemetery for upkeep.
Davis said money is short because of fewer funerals.
Storm siren testing Monday
Every Monday at 1 p.m. the Tonkawa storm sirens will be tested.
GED classes are held on NOC campus
Adult Basic and High School Equivalency (Formerly GED) classes are being held at NOC Campus; Wednesdays 5 – 8 p.m. in Wilkin Hall Room 121. Call 580-718-4319 for more info.
Helping veterans...
A PTSD Support Group for veterans of all ages meets at the American Legion in Ponca City every second and fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m. Questions? Call Allen Teten at 580-716-3529.
Alzheimer’s Support ...
