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November 28 (Thursday)

  • It’s Thanksgiving Day.

November 29-30 (Friday and Saturday)

  • A+ Realty Auction’s Fall Consignment Auction is from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Otto Krause Building B at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, 1700 W. Independence.
  • Outlaw Motor Sports Indoor Cart Racing is from noon to midnight at the Humphrey Arena at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, 1700 W. Independence.

November 30 (Saturday)

  • There’s an all-you-can-eat pancakes event for $7 every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A dance is held for $8 every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.

December 1 (Sunday)

  • From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the LOCO Model Train Rides, By Locomotive Operators of Central OK. Ride 1/8 scale locomotives right outside of Shawnee Twin Lakes. Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma (LOCO) is open for public runs at 29626 Lake Dr., McLoud.
  • From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. is the VFC Christmas Tree Lighting at 2301 E. Highland. There will be food trucks; holiday inflatables; a petting zoo; pony rides; fire pits and S’mores station; photos with the Grinch; and kids’ holiday crafts.

December 4 (Wednesday)

  • From 9 a.m. to noon in the lobby of the Shawnee Public Library in downtown Shawnee, OESC’s Disabled Veteran’s Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist Dru Tischer is available for veterans who need employment services and may have trouble getting to the Workforce Center. This service is provided at this location on the first Wednesday each month.

December 5 (Thursday)

  • Pottawatomie County OHCE (Oklahoma Home and Community Education) is offering a Craft Workshop –Bring a friend or friends and enjoy having fun discovering the answers at our “Holiday in a Jar” workshop. You will enjoy snacks and mocktails while creating your take home “Gift in a Jar” creation. We have reserved two times for the workshop: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the OSU Extension Office, at 14001 Acme Road, in Shawnee. The cost of the workshop is $15/person. Reservations and payment are due by Nov. 22. We can accept CashApp at $PottCountyOHCE, cash, or checks payable to Pottawatomie County OHCE. Call (405) 200-5962, (405) 273-7683 or contact pottawatomiecountyohce@gmail.com with questions.

December 6 (Friday)

  • Free Movie Night starts at 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 39307 W. MacArthur, Shawnee. Join us for a fun night of movies, popcorn and pop, all for free. Inspired by a true story, “Christmas for a Dollar” is a holiday classic about a family that finds out what truly brings joy and love at Christmas. In the midst of the Great Depression, the Kamp family has struggled since Mrs. Kamp’s untimely death. With mounting debt, the children fully expect a Christmas without presents. Everything changes when Mr. Kamp scrapes together a dollar in coins and they soon begin to discover that the spirit of Christmas is priceless. Everyone is invited to Movie Night. For more information, call (405) 273-6286.
  • Starting at 5 p.m. is the MGMoA Gala at the Grand Casino, 777 Grand Casino Blvd. Enjoy an incredible night among great friends, fantastic food and entertainment that will make you dance all night long. The annual Gala raises awareness for the Museum and provides key financial support to fund free school field trips, the annual high school art show, after school programs, summer art camps and more opportunities for children and our community. Join as a Gala sponsor or attendee and support our effort to make the museum accessible for all to learn, discover and create. For tickets, visit mgmoa.org/gala.
  • Starting at 6 p.m. is the Gingerbread Village @ OBU, 500 W. University. Join in the second year of the Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Gingerbread Village experience, a heartwarming community initiative dedicated to supporting Habitat for Humanity’s projects in Pottawatomie County. For more information, contact April Grant april@rrhabitat.org or call (806) 470-0986.

December 6-8

  • Shawnee Little Theatre presents a theatrical and spirited version of A Christmas Carol, which puts the phantasmagoric qualities of Charles Dickens’ classic tale center stage. Don’t miss this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic and hope. The show takes place at the SLT, 1829 N. Airport Dr., Shawnee. For ticket info and showtimes, visit shawneelittletheatre.org/.

December 7 (Saturday)

  • There’s an all-you-can-eat pancakes event for $7 every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A dance is held for $8 every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A Christmas Craft Show and Live Nativity are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 39307 W. MacArthur, Shawnee. Come do your Christmas shopping while supporting local vendors and hear the story of our Savior humbly coming to earth. Warm drinks and cookies for everyone and activities for the kids.
  • From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., is the Southside Christmas Festival at Higher ground Church, Fellowship Hall, 214 W. Farrall. Bring your family to the event that will features kids’ games,a baked potato meal, kids’ meals, popcorn, cake walk, BINGO, and a Christmas market.
  • At 7 p.m. begins a Christmas Concert for Salvation Army Angel Tree at the Historic Ritz Theater, at 10 W. Main Street.

December 8 (Sunday)

  • The Sine Nomine Choral Society of Central Oklahoma, Shawnee’s community choir, will present its Christmas concert, “A Christmas Gift,” at 3 p.m., at Heritage Church, 10th and Union, in Shawnee. The program is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted.

December 9 (Monday)

  • At Epic Snocones at 722 S. Beard, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., friends are gathering at the gazebo to sing Christmas carols along the streets in Dunbar Community. Bringing joy, cheers, and goodwill to our friends and neighbors.

December 12-14

  • Shawnee Little Theatre presents a theatrical and spirited version of A Christmas Carol, which puts the phantasmagoric qualities of Charles Dickens’ classic tale center stage. Don’t miss this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic and hope. The show takes place at the SLT, 1829 N. Airport Dr., Shawnee. For ticket info and showtimes, visit shawneelittletheatre.org/.

December 14 (Saturday)

  • There’s an all-you-can-eat pancakes event for $7 every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A dance is held for $8 every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.

December 13-14 (Friday and Saturday)

  • Outlaw Motor Sports Indoor Cart Racing is from noon to midnight at the Humphrey Arena at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, 1700 W. Independence.

December 16 (Monday)

  • Shawnee City Commission meets at 6 p.m. at City Hall Chambers, at the corner of Broadway and 9th Street.

December 17 (Tuesday)

  • At 11 a.m., at the Senior Center, at 401 N. Bell, a group of senior residents gather to sing an assortment of hymns and gospel songs. Seniors are invited to join in anytime on the music and the fellowship. For more information, call (405) 878-1528.
  • Shawnee Forward Ambassadors and Pottawatomie County Young Professionals will have their holiday party at 9 a.m. For more information, visit www.shawneeforward.com.

December 19 (Thursday)

  • Belfair’s Third Thursday Heart-to-Heart talk is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 1723 N. Airport Drive. To RSVP, call (405) 275-1199.
  • Shawnee Forward is featuring a Business After Hours Holiday Style: Wear your best winter white and come enjoy some live entertainment, lots of giveaways, and plenty of holiday cheer! Hosted by Sovereign Bank from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

December 21 (Saturday)

  • There’s an all-you-can-eat pancakes event for $7 every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A dance is held for $8 every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.

December 24 (Tuesday)

  • It’s Christmas Eve.

December 25 (Wednesday)

  • It’s Christmas Day.

December 28 (Saturday)

  • There’s an all-you-can-eat pancakes event for $7 every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.
  • A dance is held for $8 every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 260, 201 E. Park, in Tecumseh.

December 31 (Tuesday)

  • It’s News Year’s Eve.

January 5 (Sunday)

  • From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the LOCO Model Train Rides, By Locomotive Operators of Central OK. Ride 1/8 scale locomotives right outside of Shawnee Twin Lakes. Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma (LOCO) is open for public runs at 29626 Lake Dr., McLoud.

January 9-11

  • Outlaw Motor Sports Indoor Cart Racing is from noon to midnight at the Humphrey Arena at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, 1700 W. Independence.

February 2 (Sunday)

  • From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the LOCO Model Train Rides, By Locomotive Operators of Central OK. Ride 1/8 scale locomotives right outside of Shawnee Twin Lakes. Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma (LOCO) is open for public runs at 29626 Lake Dr., McLoud.

February 7-8 (Friday and Saturday)

  • Outlaw Motor Sports Indoor Cart Racing is from noon to midnight at the Humphrey Arena at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, 1700 W. Independence.

March 2 (Sunday)

  • From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the LOCO Model Train Rides, By Locomotive Operators of Central OK. Ride 1/8 scale locomotives right outside of Shawnee Twin Lakes. Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma (LOCO) is open for public runs at 29626 Lake Dr., McLoud.

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