Jackson County Free Fair

The Jackson County Free Fair will be held next weekend, September 11-12 in Altus. It is said that there will be lots of activities at the upcoming Fair including a tractor driving contest, turtle races, talent shows, games for the kids, Kevin Law’s Border Collie Demonstrations, karate demonstrations, a baby contest, pet show and more.

The Fairgrounds are located behind the rodeo grounds south of Broadway and Veterans.
For more info, click here.

Spend the Night at the OKC Zoo

Operation: Military Kids is hosting a Lock-In at the Oklahoma City Zoo on Friday, September 25th, 2009 This is free to all military families.

The theme is “night time survival” so if you think you have what it takes to survive in a zoo with lions, tigers, and turtles then this event is for you!

Hurry pre-registration is due September 18th and space is limited. All Military Kids must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. Once registration is received a confirmation email will be sent with an agenda and information packet. If you'd like a registration form, email me at nateandaudrey@yahoo.com and I will email it to you or you can call 405-744-8885 for more information.

Quality of Life Survey

Military Families: Here is your chance to voice your opinion. Here is a link to a short two question survey. Click here to complete.

Discover Altus

There is a new website for Altus at www.discoveraltus.com. It has all kinds of info and links about the city, as well as the MLS real estate listings for Altus and surrounding areas. If you know anyone moving to Altus, this would be a good website to pass on to them. It is also a link on the sidebar of this website to get there.

September Playgroup Schedule

Friday, September 4th-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, September 11th-McDonald’s Playland-10:00-11:30.

Friday, September 18th - Altus Gymnastics Academy, 9:00-10:30. See info above for details…

Friday, September 25th - Base Toddler Park, 10:00-11:30. 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.

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.