Henryetta Public Library will host a book signing Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. by author Joley Vance for her children’s picture book, “My Cat Lou.” Vance is a 2014 graduate of Henryetta High School and currently lives in Edmond. Her parents are Shannon and Steve Vance of Henryetta and her grandmother is Kaye Vance, also of Henryetta. Joley invites her friends and family to come by the library to visit, catch up

and see her book.

March 27

OCGS Meeting |

The Okmulgee County Genealogical Society (OCGS) will hold their monthly meeting Monday, March 27, at 1 p.m. at the Okmulgee Public Library. This meeting will also be available via Zoom and will feature a short video presentation titled “How Far Can You Go Back with DNA.” For more information, please visit www. okmcgs.com and consider joining.

March 31 - April 2

Dewar Town-Wide Yard

Sale |

Dewar will hold its Town-Wide Yard Sale March 31 - April 2. You do not need a yard sale permit for this weekend only.

April 3

RWD #5 Annual Meeting | Rural Water District #5 will hold its annual meeting Monday, April 3, at 7 p.m. at The Briefcase, 313 W. Main in Henryetta. The purpose of this meeting is to elect

Ongoing Events

OKFB Youth Agriculture Conference Applications | Applications for the OKFB Young Farmers and Ranchers Oklahoma Youth Leading Agriculture conference are now open. All high school students completing their junior year are encouraged to apply for a week full of personal, professional and leadership growth June 13-16. Apply today at okfb.news/OYLA23.

American Legion Post 85 Meetings | American Legion Post 85, 601 E. Frisco Ave. in Henryetta, meets the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Call 918-652-9421 between 3 and 8 p.m. for more information.

Free Tax Filing | Free Federal/ State Tax Filing is available at www.dfcaf.org.

Elderly Nutrition Meals | MC Nutrition Services, 211 S. 11th St. in Henryetta, provides meals to those aged 60+ Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a $1.50 donation. All senior citizens in the community are encouraged to join in a nutritious and delicious meal. Call 918-652-3086 for more information.

Angels in Recovery | Angels in Recovery, a support group for women fighting with addiction, meets Fridays at 7 p.m. in the Youth Building of Henryetta Nazarene Church, located on the corner of 7th & Trudgeon. Win your battle!

Rez Recovery | Rez Recovery AA meetings with Casey Thomas are held Saturdays at 4 p.m. at Tulledega Hills Theater, 3000 W. Main in Henryetta.

Worn Flags Sought | Henryetta VFW Post 539 is collecting used and worn flags to be properly disposed of during a flag retirement ceremony. Flags can be dropped off at the Henryetta Free-Lance, 302 W. Main in downtown Henryetta. Call Vice Commander Hugh Jackson at 918-650-2443 for more information.

Community Breakfast | Tulledega Masonic Lodge No. 201 in Henryetta hosts a Community Breakfast the third Saturday of each month from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Lodge, 402 E. Trudgeon. Admission is $8 per person.

NA Recovery Group | Henryetta Nazarene’s New Life Recovery Group hosts NA meetings Thursday nights at 7 p.m. in the church’s Youth Building, 7th & Trudgeon. Meetings are open to anyone struggling with addiction or family members of those struggling with addiction.

Freedom Warriors NA Meetings | Joy in Life Freedom Warriors host NA meetings every Monday at 7 p.m. at 611 E. Trudgeon in Henryetta. Attendees are asked to use the glass door entrance. Visit the Joy in Life Freedom Warriors Facebook page for more information.

Church of Christ Food Bank | Henryetta Church of Christ, 413 W. Broadway, holds a Food Bank the second Thursday of each month from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

FCC Food Pantry | First Christian Church of Henryetta, 412 N. 5th St, hosts a Food Pantry the third Tuesday of each month starting at 10 a.m.

Henryetta VFW Post 539 Meetings | For information about Henryetta VFW Post 539 meetings, please contact Commander Otis Seamon at 918-650-2416.

Hoffman Fellowship | Hoffman Fellowship is open for gospel singing and dinner each Saturday beginning at 5 p.m.

NAACP Meetings | The Okmulgee NAACP Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at St. Matthews Baptist Church, 1001 E. Chicago in Okmulgee. The meetings are open to the public.

Okmulgee County Democrats | The Okmulgee County Democrats meet the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the OSUIT Student Union, 1801 E. 4th St. in Okmulgee.

Okmulgee County Republicans Meeting | The Okmulgee County Republicans meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the American Legion, located at 6th & Oklahoma.

Adult Basic Education | OSUIT is offering free Adult Basic Education classes for GED test preparation at the following sites: Beggs Crossroads Baptist Church, OSUIT at the old workforce building, Dewar City Hall and Henryetta High School. For information on class times, contact Fran Colombin at 918-2934917 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Veterans Assistance | Any Okmulgee County veterans in need of assistance in accessing benefits or other pertinent information can contact Trisha Bear at 479-414-0952 or Commander Guy Duckworth at 918-855-7027.