News You Can Use! February 2010

Who Knew? ? You can have your valentine mailed and postmarked from Valentine, Texas. Send your stamped and addressed cards inside a larger envelope, to Valentine Post Office, Valentine, Texas 79854-5400. The post office uses a special red ink stamp everyday in February, except on Valentine's Day, the 14th, when is ink is black. The folks at the Valentine Post Office suggest that you send your valentine in a white, pink or lavender envelope. How jazzy is that? For more information, please call 432-467-2912.

Have a Groovy Valentine's Day from Pawhuska Hometown Floral & Gift Shop! They have a large selection of stuffed animals, balloons, candy, flowers and cards for your special valentine. Be sure to ask about their school special. You are encouraged to place your Valentine orders early! By calling (918-287-3118) or stop by 236 E. Main.

Tuesday, February 2nd - Groundhog Day! Why are we not surprised that the groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil has predicted another six weeks of winter?

FIRST Saturday, February 6th - Shop Pawhuska the FIRST Saturday of every month! It's still cold, but Pawhuska has warm hospitable places to shop and eat.
    The Shops at Townmaker Square (located at 519 Kihekah) is your place for unique works of art, antiques and decorating accessories. Shop for rugs, western bling, watercolors, furniture, jewelry, pottery and more! You are invited to stop in this Saturday between 5:00 & 8:00 pm for refreshments, shopping and Fun!

    Saturday, February 6th - HHH Gallery (located at 623 Kihekah) will be open until 9PM Saturday night and will offer shoppers hot tea and cookies. Browse the soft, attractive, feminine 'polar-tech' fleece wear. Offered are long coats and vests that are very warm yet light weight and water repellant. Also available are beautiful hand woven long scarves from India. HHH Gallery is open weekly on Thurs, Fri, and Sat from 2 PM to 7 PM.

    Also be sure to visit: Mudpies * Sister's Attic * Spurs & Arrows * Plum Tree and Stitches * Gray Dog Designs * Osage Trading Co.* Lowry's Clothing and Willow Tree * Hometown Foods * Weigant's Pharmacy * The Flower Shoppe * Alco Discount Store * Pawhuska Pawn * Hometown Appliance * Nehemiah's Wall * 77 Trading Co. * Subway * Simple Simon's Pizza * Midway Cafe * Hernandez Mexican Food and many others!

Saturday, February 6th - Volunteers are needed for Red Cross disaster-relief work. When a large disaster strikes, like the 2009 & 2010 ice storms, the Red Cross is ready to set up shelters, distribute large numbers of meals, and make sure that our neighbors are safe and secure. Recent disasters have taught us that many shelters may need to be opened over a wide area. That is why the Red Cross has a special training called Ready When the Time Comes. The benefit of the program is that volunteers don't have to commit time regularly for local volunteer work. However, if a large disaster happens, these people already will have a background check on file and will have basic training to operate a shelter. Ready When the Time Comes targets churches and other community groups in small towns to have a group of 10 or more trained as Red Cross volunteers. These trained people will be ready to set up a shelter in case of a large disaster. Training lasts approximately three and a half hours and includes Red Cross Principles and procedures, basic disaster response, and a basic CPR class. New Creation Church, 1300 W. Grand Ave. in Ponca City will be hosting this important training from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday February 6, 2010. Please contact the American Red Cross office, 580-765-6605, if you are interested in attending this training. We will also have a Volunteer Orientation Meeting on Tuesday, February 9th from 5:30 - 6:30pm. This meeting will allow you to learn more about other volunteer opportunities with the Red Cross. Please contact the Red Cross office, 580-765-6605, if you are interested in either of these trainings.

Sunday, February 7th - Super Bowl XLIV! The Indianapolis Colts vs. the New Orleans Saints at the Dolphin Stadium in Miami, Florida. This game will include the most expensive commercials ever and offers "The Who" as halftime entertainment. http://www.nfl.com/superbowl/44 . Call Calvary Baptist Church at 287-3804, to inquire about their special Super Bowl Sunday worship & activities.

Tuesday, February 9th - VOTE Today! Pawhuska School Board elections for Office #5 (5-year term) take place today.

OSU Extension News: The 2010 Osage County Stocker Cattle Conference is scheduled for Thursday, February 11th at 5:30pm. The meeting advertisement can be found at http://oces.okstate.edu/osage/agriculture/Stocker%20Conference_Color_2009.pdf or by going to our office website at http://oces.okstate.edu/osage/agriculture and clicking on the conference link on the left hand side. This should be a great conference. Tell your friends and neighbors! Please RSVP so that we may have enough handouts and food for everyone.

Friday, February 12th - Valentine's Day is approaching and the Culinary Arts students and staff at Tri County Technology Center want to help you celebrate in a most scrumptious way. Join us for a plated dinner at 6pm, by calling 918-331-3233 for reservations. The cost is $30 per person for a four course meal that includes salad, appetizer, entree (Beef Tenderloin or Baked Salmon) & dessert. All gratuities go directly to the Culinary Student Organization to help defray costs of competing in local and national contests. Seating is limited so make your reservation soon! It's our way of wishing you "Happy Valentine's Day"--with many more to come!

Saturday, February 13th - Immaculate Conception's Annual Italian Dinner fundraiser. Call now and make reservations for a Romantic, candlelit, Valentine's Day dinner, served tableside with soft music and intimate seating. Menu includes Bruschetta, salad, bread, lasagna, wine and delicious desserts. Reservations are required @ $15.00 per person. Please call Sheila Sweeden @ 918 287-3777 or Sandie McCartney @ 918-287-2379. Proceeds will benefit the Altar Society.

Saturday, February 13th - All You Can Eat Steak Dinner this evening from 5:00 till 7:00 pm at the Wah-Zha-Zhi Cultural Center. This Valentine fundraising dinner (at $10.00 a plate) is a combined effort of the Masonic Lodge #110 and Boy Scout Troop 43 to raise funds for boys to attend the Boy Scout Jamboree near Washington DC next summer.

February 12tth - 14th The Tulsa Ballet is presenting "The Sleeping Beauty", and discount pricing is offered to Pawhuska Chamber members. To purchase tickets, call (918-392-5914), identify you are a Pawhuska Chamber member and you will receive the group rate. Tickets to "The Sleeping Beauty" would make a great Valentine's Day gift! Dates of performances at Tulsa Performing Arts Center: Friday, February 12th @ 8PM, Saturday, February 13th @ 8PM, Sunday, February 14th @ 3PM

Group Rates Balcony $13 (regular $20), Mezzanine II $22 (regular $35), Mezzanine I $35 (regular $50), Orchestra II $30 (regular $45), Orchestra I $55 (regular $55) no discount, Golden Circle $70 (regular $70) no discount. There is an additional $2.00 charge per ticket for handling fees.

Sunday, February 14th - Valentine's Day!

Every Monday Morning! Free coffee & donuts every Monday from 7:00a.m - 9:00a.m., for all Veteran's and Active Service Personnel. Stop by 705 Kihekah (look for flags in window) for your cup of Joe, a donut and a visit. This free gathering is sponsored by the Harold Bigheart American Legion Post 198.

Monday, February 15th - American Red Cross Blood Drive today from at the Pawhuska Community Center. Today is a federal holiday, so donating is easy for those of you that don't have to work. Please contact the Red Cross at the number listed in the article above to see how you can help with disaster relief.

Monday, February 15th - President's Day in honor of Lincoln on the 12th and Washington on the 22nd. The Chamber is CLOSED and School is dismissed for a professional development day.

Thursday, February 18th - It's Basketball Madness! The Freshmen vs. the Pastors (and friends) at this FREE fun competition/fundraiser to be held at 6:30 pm at the Pawhuska High School Gymnasium. Baked goods from local churches will be auctioned off during breaks in the on court action. All proceeds will go to assist local families in need

12th Annual Pawhuska Trout Derby, Saturday, February 20th
    Cash & prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th heaviest fish and heaviest stringer. Numerous tagged fish with prizes valued at $50 each or more. Opportunity to catch tagged fish is extended through March 31st for registered derby participants only. Saturday, February 20, 2010 - 8am - 4pm Lake Pawhuska off Hwy 60, west of town Entrance Fee: $25 pre-registration - $35 day of derby Please visit www.prairietroutclub.com for a downloadable registration form and links to lots of other information about this year's Derby! Email: INFO@PrairieTroutClub.Com http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/fishing.htm www.mysigntech.com Telephone: John Moreland - (918) 287-3553 or (918) 287-9966 or by mail: John Moreland - Prairie Trout Club - 1698 Old Hwy 99 - Pawhuska, OK 74056


Tuesday, February 23rd - FREE Child Safety Seat Inspections - If weather permits, child car seat inspections will take place from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the Community Center parking lot. It will be a drive through process and if the weather turns bad, another inside location will be disclosed. The safety of our children is a concern as there were recalls of car seats from four major manufacturers last year. This community service is brought to you by the County Vice President of OSU Home & Community Education. If you have questions about this program or you would like to participate, please call Anita Springer @ 918-214-6672 or 918-846-2400.

Tuesday, February 23rd - Give Blood today from 2 - 6 pm at the First Christian Church fellowship hall at 814 Prudom. This blood drive is conducted by the Oklahoma Blood Institute and the hostesses are the Pawhuska Hospital Auxiliary. Please note that the hours have been changed to better accommodate those who must wait till after work to donate blood.

Friday, February 26th - Lion's Club Fundraiser Dinner! Gather together with the Club members this evening for a chili/stew meal from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center. For your $5 per person, you will have your choice of chili or stew with cornbread, crackers, dessert and drink.

Fri. & Sat. February 27th & 28th - Post Oak Run! Check out this link (www.postoakrun.com) for all the info about the Inaugural Tulsa Running Club Post Oak Lodge Marathon, 10K, 25K, and 50K Trail Run Event. Don't miss a weekend of fun, running, friends, tasty food and drinks, relaxation, and spectacular views of nature and downtown Tulsa.

Saturday, February 27th - 2010 KWON-KYFM-KRIG-KPGM Spring & Bridal Fashion Show This free Seasonal Fashion Show featuring Spring Fashions and Bridal Attire & accessories will be held at the Bartlesville Community Center and begins with a free breakfast at 8:00 am and a Fashion Show at 9:00 am. Please contact the radio stations above (B'ville 918-336-1001 OR Pska 918-287-1145) to obtain your free admission tickets. Each ticket is good for one free admission and a chance at a Door Prize!

The Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce encourages you to 'Save the Date' for the 2010 "Diamond In the Rough" Annual Gala and Auction on Friday, March 26th, 2010, Generously Sponsored by the Osage Million Dollar Elm! The Chamber's chief fundraising event will be held at the Elk's Lodge from 6:00 till 10:00 pm, and has become one of the foremost semi formal social events of the year. While everyone is welcome, reservations are required to attend this dressy evening of cocktails, dinner and both silent and live auctions. Reservations are being accepted and can be confirmed with payment at the Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce office located at 210 W. Main or by mail to P.O. Box 5, Pawhuska, OK 74056. Individual reservations are $35.00 each and $500 will reserve a table for eight, so mark your calendar and join us! Cash, Checks, Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted.

Monday, March 1st - PHS Honors Banquet! This annual acknowledgment of Pawhuska's outstanding students will be held at the Elk's Lodge at 6:30 pm. Tickets are available now and in advance only, no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are $6.50 each and can be obtained at Pawhuska Hometown Foods or Pawhuska High School. This year’s speaker is PHS graduate, Neil Justesen.

Tuesday, March 2nd -

VOTE Today! County Commissioner, Dist. 1
Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce ~ 210 W. Main ~ Pawhuska, OK 74056 ~ (918) 287-1208 ~ pawhuskachamber2@sbcglobal.net