Great Stampede Rodeo

It's time once again for the Great Stampede Rodeo, being held this weekend, August 20th-22nd at the rodeo grounds (behind the Burger King at Veterans and Broadway). It begins at 8:00 p.m. each night. Thursday is Military Appreciation Night and there will be a free BBQ dinner at 6:00p.m. for all ticket holders. Tickets are $8.00 ind advance and $10.00 at the door, children ages 6-11 are $5.00 (advance only) and 5 and under are FREE. Tickets can be bought at the ITT office on base.

Oh...and don't forget about the Cattle Drive through base on Thursday morning at 10:00a.m. beginning near the Fam Camp. Over 30 Longhorn cattle will make their way across base. Always a good time!! For more info, click here.

White Water Bay

Operation: Military Kids is having a Back to School Splash at White Water Bay in Oklahoma City, Aug 22nd. There is no prior registration required, you just need to have at least one Military ID per family. For the first 400 people, there is FREE ADMISSION and a FREE MEAL. After the first 400 people there will be a discounted price of $13 + tax (no meal). Please share this information with Military families that you know. It is a great time to have fun with family and make new military friends.

PLAYGROUP UPDATE

Playgroup this Friday, August 14th, will be at the Base Toddler Pool, but will begin at 11:00 instead of 10:00. Hope to see you there!

Tops In Blue

Tops in Blue will be performing at the City Auditorium this Sunday, August 9th at 7:00p.m. Doors open at 6:15. Last year, it was a full house, so come early.

Little Twisters (Yoga Classes for Kids)

Starting September 1st there will be Little Twisters Yoga Classes starting for children ages 2-4. Little Twisters teaches traditional yoga techniques in fun, creative ways using lively songs, stories, and games.

There will be a free open house on August 20th at 10:00a.m. to see what Little Twisters is all about.

To learn more about Little Twister classes, please visit the following website by clicking here.
or email Alison at littletwistersyoga@hotmail.com

August Playgroup Schedule

Friday, August 7th- Quartz Mountain/Lake Altus 10:00-12:00. Meet in Dollar General parking lot (at Tamarack and Main) at 9:45 to caravan out. We will go to the “Beach area” at Quartz Mountain, behind the convenience store on the road that leads to the Lodge. Bring swim gear, sunscreen, snacks and/or lunch.

Friday, August 14th - Base Toddler Pool, 11:00-12:00. Come bring the kids out to the base swimming pool (next to the Fitness Center). Please note that ONLY THE TODDLER POOL will be available for us to swim in as they have swim lessons in the big pool. Waters toys are welcome. Feel free to bring a sack lunch or snack.

Friday, August 21st - Altus Gymnastics Academy, 9:00-10:30. AGA is located on Thomas Avenue. Leaving the base through the main gate, follow Falcon Road to Thomas Avenue. It is a left right as you reach the Firestone Building. AGA is an unmarked metal building on the right about two blocks after turning on Thomas. Cost is $3/one child and $5/more than one child.

Friday, August 28th- Base Toddler Park, 9:00-11:00* (Time changed to beat the heat!) Come join us at this park on base located in the new housing development behind the elementary school and next to the housing swimming pool on Legacy Street.