If you would like to list your meeting or event in the Community Calendar, please email all information to jerry@cookson.news, call the Indian Journal at 918-689-2191, or drop the information off at the IJ office at 100 N. 2nd St.
Flag Exchange Drive
VFW Auxiliary 8798 would like to help you properly dispose of your worn-out flags. We will exchange your worn 3×5 United States flag for a brand-new one. Dates will be shared over the upcoming months. A retirement ceremony will be held after the holiday and will be open to the community.
Note: Only 3×5 flags will be exchanged, but any size will be accepted for retirement.
Help Us Pad the Pantry
Eufaula United Methodist Church is excited to announce the opening of a weekly community food pantry on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 251 Matthews Lane, Eufaula. Anyone in need of food assistance is welcome.
Non-perishable food donations are being accepted. Needed items include:
- Peanut butter & jelly
- Canned fish/meat
- Mac & cheese
- Pasta & pasta sauce
- Canned fruits & vegetables
- Canned or dried beans
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Soup
- Cereal
- Pancake mix
- Protein bars
- Peanut butter or cheese crackers
- Fruit juice
Food drop-off locations:
- Nichols Market
- Sonny’s Grocery
- Bank of Eufaula
- Farmers State Bank
- Legacy on Main Street
- Mom’s Morning Out
Eufaula United Methodist Church, 251 Matthews Lane, is accepting applications for Mom’s Morning Out. This program meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost is $25 and is open for ages 6 months to 5 years.
For an application or more information, email eufaulaumethodist@gmail.com or call 918-689-2109 and leave a message.
Weekly Al-Anon Meetings (12-Step Recovery)
Al-Anon meetings are held every Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 303 E. 3rd St., Okmulgee (Uganda Martyrs Church).
For more information, call 918-627-9114.
Lake Country Wellness Lounge Book Club
When: First Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Lake Country Wellness Lounge on Pine Street
What: Current book discussion
Monthly Giveback Day
Free community resources available at Under One Roof, 107 McKinley, Eufaula.
Held the 4th Tuesday of every month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
DAV McIntosh County Chapter #3 (Monthly Meetings)
Meets the third Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at 11092 S. 4184 Rd., Checotah (½ mile west of Onapa Rd.).
Open to Disabled American Veterans or veterans needing help filing VA disability claims.
Contacts:
Pete Laughlin, DAV Commander – 918-869-3263
Brian Moore – 817-271-2037
Eufaula Indian Community Monthly Meetings
Meetings are held the last Thursday of every month at 800 Birkes Rd., Eufaula.
For updates or confirmation, call the EIC office at 918-617-7587.
VFW Auxiliary Events
Bingo: Every Monday (concessions open at 5 p.m., games start at 6:15 p.m.)
Hamburger Night: Every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (hamburgers, chicken strips, fries, and more available)
Quilt Guild Meets Wednesdays
The Peace Makers Quilt Guild of Eufaula promotes interest in quilts, quilt making, and sewing projects. Meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Pied Piper Pest Control building, corner of 5th and Foley in Eufaula.
Facebook: Kiamichi and Peace Makers Quilt Guilds
Texanna Lady Crafters
The Texanna Lady Crafters shop is located across from Dawn’s Café on Texanna Road.
Friday & Saturday Photo Opportunity
Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Stop by for the Butterfly board and the little green alien in front of our store. Take a picture with your family — it’s free.
Friday Night Karaoke at VFW
Eufaula VFW Post 8798 hosts karaoke by James and Vicki on Friday nights.
Steak night from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Respite Vouchers Available for Seniors Raising Children
Are you caring for a relative child under the age of 18? Respite vouchers totaling $300 for a 3-month period are available.
For more information, contact Alysa Kinnell, EODD Area Agency on Aging, Lead Social Services Specialist at 918-682-7891, or the Senior Info Line: 1-800-211-2116.
Respite Vouchers for Caregivers
For caregivers assisting adults age 60+ with daily needs, including Alzheimer’s, Dementia, or Parkinson’s Disease.
Vouchers total $300 for a 3-month period. No income guidelines.
Contact Alysa Kinnell or Tashanda Myers, EODD Area Agency on Aging at 918-682-7891, or the Senior Info Line: 1-800-211-2116.
Friendship Kitchen Sit-Down Lunches
Friendship Kitchen offers Saturday free lunches at the United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 251 Matthews Lane, Eufaula.
Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Take-out meals available after 12:30 p.m.
Volunteer teams include United Methodist Church, First Assembly of God Church, Community Culture Church, Wayland Baptist Church, and St. Paul’s Catholic Church.
For volunteering, contact Margaret at 918-617-3130.
2nd Chances Thrift Shop Hours
2nd Chances Thrift Shop at Under One Roof, 107 McKinley (west entrance) is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday through Saturday.
For information, call 918-689-7505.
Finding Hope
Finding Hope is a support group for loved ones impacted by addiction. Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 6:30 p.m. at North Fork Baptist Church.
