Wynnewood Chamber to host Fall Festival Oct. 17
The Wynnewood Chamber of Commerce will host a Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Wynnewood. The event will feature food trucks, vendors, a soap box derby race and a rubber duck race. For more information or vendor registration contact Christy Thompson at 405-830-5643 or Kaleb Patchell at 405-331-9210.
Lindsay United hosts pumpkin patch
Lindsay United Methodist Church is hosting a pumpkin patch through the month of October.
The patch is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.
Pumpkins are priced based on size from $1 to $50.
Money raised supports the church’s youth and children ministries.
Several special events are planned to take place in the patch.
Movie night will be at dusk on Oct. 17. The church will show an inspirational family movie under the stars among the pumpkins. Free popcorn will be served.
Homeschool Day will be Oct. 21. Homeschooled students and their families are invited to enjoy the patch together with games and activities also available.
Pumpkin painting will be from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 22.
The church will provide supplies for decorating pumpkins.
Dinner in the patch will be at 5 p.m. Oct. 25. The outdoor community meal will feature beans, cornbread, fried potatoes and onions, and peach cobbler.
Lindsay United is located at 114 W. Chickasaw in Lindsay. For more information, visit lindsayunited. org/pumpkins.
American Sign Language Conversations at Stratford Library adds fall dates
The American Sign Language Conversations group at Stratford’s Chandler-Watts Memorial Library has added several new dates to its fall lineup due to increased popularity. Led by instructor Candy Fields the group welcomes all ages and ASL levels. Classes begin at 6 p.m. at the library, 340 N. Oak St. Remaining fall dates include Oct. 20, Nov. 3 and 17, and Dec. 8. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information contact the library at 580-759-2684.
Merry and Mingle Holiday Bazaar set for November 21
The holiday shopping season is getting a little merrier in Garvin County with the Merry and Mingle Holiday Bazaar, set for Saturday, November 21, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Garvin County Fairgrounds.
The bazaar will feature a variety of local vendors and plenty of options for Christmas shopping. The Merry and Mingle Holiday Bazaar is a fundraiser for the Garvin County Free Fair Royalty Program and will help support the royalty program and those who represent the Garvin County Free Fair throughout the year.
“We are excited to bring the Merry and Mingle Holiday Bazaar to our community,” said Royalty Coordinator Tracie Mullendore. “We hope people will come out, enjoy the holiday atmosphere, shop with our vendors and help support the Royalty Program and the Garvin County Free Fair, as well.”
Wynnewood offers virtual class on becoming an elected official
An online training class “Learning how to be an elected official in Wynnewood, Oklahoma,” will be offered Oct. 21 from noon to 1 p.m. The class is free, but registration is required. A link to the virtual training will be provided upon registration. All are welcome to attend. To register email jtaylor@cityofwynnewoodok.org.
Life Ready: First Aid for Everyday Emergencies offered Nov. 2
First United Bank is offering a free first aid class, “Life Ready: First Aid for Everyday Emergencies,” Nov. 2 from 6-8 p.m. at the Pauls Valley location, 315 W. Grant Ave.
The practical, hands-on class will teach how to recognize emergencies, provide immediate care and respond with confidence until professional help arrives. The 2-hour class is perfect for parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, babysitters, employees and anyone who wants to be prepared for everyday emergencies. Must be 16 to attend.
Class size is limited, and registration is required.
Registration is available online at first-united.co/LifeReady2026. The course is offered in partnership with Mid-America Technology Center.