To list a meeting or event in the Community Calendar:
Please email all information to jerry@cookson.news, call 918-689-2191, or drop the information off at the Indian Journal 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 American Flag for a brand-new one. Dates will be shared over the upcoming months; a retirement ceremony will be held after the holidays and will be open to the community.
We will only exchange the flag size of 3×5 but will accept any size for retirement.
Help Us Pad the Pantry
Eufaula United Methodist Church is excited to announce the opening of a weekly community food pantry on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 251 Matthews Lane, Eufaula. Anyone in need of food assistance is welcome.
Currently, we are collecting non-perishable food donations.
Greatly 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
- Real pancake mix
- Protein bars
- Peanut butter or cheese crackers
- Fruit juice
Eufaula 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 will be on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The cost is $25 and is open for ages 6 months to 5 years.
For an application or more information, please email eufaulamedhodist@gmail.com or call 918-689-2109 and leave a message.
Weekly Al-Anon Meetings
12 Step Recovery
Al-Anon Meetings every Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
303 E. 3rd St., Okmulgee
Uganda Martyrs Church in Okmulgee
For more info call 918-627-9114
Lake Country Wellness Lounge Book Club
When: Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Lake Country Wellness Lounge on Pine Street
What: Current book
Monthly Giveback Day
Free community resources available at Under One Roof,
107 McKinley, Eufaula
Under One Roof / SoonerCare Outreach
Join us the 4th Tuesday of every month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Do you need Medicaid/SoonerCare, DHS Mobile Unit, Housing, Employment/School, Family Violence Prevention, Recovery, Free Cell Phones, Books, Hygiene Items, etc.?
Hosted by Under One Roof and the McIntosh Co. Coalition for a Healthy Community.
For more information call 918-689-7505
Monthly Food Distribution
Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma sends its mobile food pantry to Eufaula on the second Friday of each month at 10 a.m.
Distribution takes place at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 502 S. 6th St.
Bring an ID for each family receiving food. Food will be given while supplies last.
Eufaula Indian Community Monthly Meetings
The Eufaula Indian Community meets on the last Thursday of every month at 800 Birkes Rd., Eufaula.
You will be notified of any changes, or you may call the EIC office at 918-617-7587 to confirm.
VFW Auxiliary Events
Bingo: Every Monday night, concession opens at 5 p.m., games start at 6:15 p.m.
Hamburger Night: Every Wednesday night, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hamburgers, chicken strips, fries, and more available.
Quilt Guild Meets Wednesdays
The Piece Makers Quilt Guild of Eufaula promotes interest in quilt making and other sewing projects.
Meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Pied Piper Pest Control building on the corner of 5th and Foley in Eufaula.
Face Book: Kiamichi and Piece Makers Quilt Guilds
Anyone interested is welcome to join.
Texanna Lady Crafters
The Texanna Lady Crafters shop is located right across from Dawn’s Café on Texanna Road.
Open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Look for the butterfly board and the little green alien in front of the store. Stop by and take a picture with your family — it’s free.
Friday Nights Karaoke at VFW
Eufaula VFW Post 8798 hosts karaoke by James and Vicki on Friday nights, steak night, 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? Do you need a break? The Caregiver Program might be just what you’re looking for.
Respite Vouchers are available totaling $300 for a 3-month period. The Senior Raising Children program can hire someone of their choosing to give them a much-needed break.
For more information contact Alysa Kinnell, EODD Area Agency on Aging, Lead Social Services Specialist at 918-682-7891 or the Senior Info Line at 1-800-211-2116.
Respite Voucher for Caregivers
Are you caring for someone 60 years or older who needs assistance with dressing, walking, transferring, bathing, eating, or toileting? Do you assist someone with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, or Parkinson’s Disease?
The Caregiver Program might be just what you’re looking for. Respite Vouchers are available totaling $300 for a 3-month period. Caregivers can hire someone of their choosing to give them a much-needed break.
For more information contact Alysa Kinnell, EODD Area Agency on Aging, Social Services Specialist at 918-682-7891 or the Senior Info Line at 1-800-211-2116.
Friendship Kitchen Offers Sit-Down Lunches
Friendship Kitchen is excited to share with Eufaula and surrounding communities the Saturday Free Lunch program.
Everyone is invited to come to the Kitchen at United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 251 Matthews Lane, Eufaula, sit down, enjoy lunch, and socialize.
Meals are served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Take-out meals are available after 12:30 p.m.
Friendship Kitchen Volunteer Team, United Methodist Church, First Assembly of God Church, Community Culture Church, Wayland Baptist Church, and St. Paul’s Catholic Church are looking forward to seeing you.
For questions or volunteering, contact Margaret at 918-617-3130.
Thrift Shop Hours
2nd Chances Thrift Shop at Under One Roof,
107 McKinley (entrance from west side of Under One Roof)
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 who have been impacted by addiction.
Find education and inspiration during meetings on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at North Fork Baptist Church.
