Discover Texoma

Powerful Tools for Caregivers
2019-05-30 13:30 - 15:00 (Pacific/Easter) | 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 270, Sherman, TX, 75090, United S
Are you a Caregiver Looking for Guidance?
Discover Resources at this FREE Workshop Series!
This series of six classes is designed to empower family caregivers of older adults to take better care of themselves.
The tools learned from Powerful Tools for Caregivers benefit caregivers by developing a wealth of self-care strategies to better handle the unique challenges faced by family caregivers. The PTC curriculum was developed over three years of pilot testing in Portland, Oregon and offered since 1998. The PTC class curriculum meets the highest-level criteria of evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion programs per the Administration on Aging/Administration for Community Living.
You will learn to:
Identify and reduce personal stress
Communicate feelings, needs, and concerns
Take care of you
Communicate more effectively during challenging situations

Who should attend? Anyone:
Caring for a loved one
Looking for caregiving resources and needing caregiving guidance
Wanting to master caregiving decisions and learn from emotions

To get registered for this valuable workshop series, call Miranda Harp at (903) 813-3347

Magnolia Festival
2019-05-30 10:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Choctaw Event Center, 4216 S Hwy 69, Durant, OK, 74701, United States
The Magnolia Festival of Oklahoma has been held since 1997 in Durant and promises plenty of family fun throughout its three-day span. The event is hosted at the Choctaw Event Center in Durant beginning the Thursday following Memorial Day. The 2019 Magnolia Festival celebrates its 23rd year – May 30-June 1 with the Carnival opening a night early on May 29.
Vendors ranging from information booths to unique arts, crafts and food will line the floor of the Choctaw Event Center. Activities include the Texoma Arts Association Art Show & Sale, the Choctaw Nation Princess Pageant, Choctaw Dancers and the Magnolia Theatre featuring family-friendly entertainment. The Magnolia Festival also features festivities like an outdoor carnival, Magnolia 5k & Fun Run, free children’s activities, fireworks and more. We hope you can join us for an unforgettable weekend of fun in Durant, Oklahoma!
The Magnolia Theatre, located inside the Choctaw Event Center, provides FREE high-quality, family-friendly entertainment during the Magnolia Festival. Durant’s renowned Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival (OSF) will be performing A TRIBUTE TO ALADDIN on: Friday, May 31 and Saturday,

Check back often as we update this website with 2019 festival details. Also check out the Magnolia Festival on Facebook.

Jam Night with the Oliver White Group
2019-05-29 21:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Kiotee Club, 623 South Mirick Avenue, Denison, TX, 75020, United States
Jam with The OWG, play solo or bring your own band!

Weekday Sunset Cruise aboard Sight-Sea-Er
2019-05-29 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Lighthouse Resort & Marina, 300 Lighthouse Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States, United States
Catch a Sunset, catch some fun. Join us for a wonderful Sunset Cruise on Sight-Sea-Er II this summer. See the beautiful sunset all while relaxing and enjoying the evening. All of our cruises are BYOB for adult beverages and we will have snacks and sodas available for purchase (other outside food or drink is not permitted)… don’t forget to bring your camera! All Sunset Cruises depart from Lighthouse Marina Charter Dock at 300 Lighthouse Drive, Pottsboro, TX 75076. Please arrive 15 minutes early to start the pre-boarding process.
90 minutes All Ages $25
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Weekday Sunset Cruise aboard Sight-Sea-Er
2019-05-29 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Lighthouse Resort & Marina, 300 Lighthouse Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States

Belly Dancing Class
2019-05-29 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Activity Center Sherman Parks and Recreation Department, 1003 East Street, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
You can expect an engaging, fun, supportive and challenging atmosphere in class. ATS is a low-impact weight bearing form of exercise that works with the body’s natural inclinations to strengthen and condition the body. Intro classes present the basic ATS vocabulary. Students will follow the instructor as they learn and refine movements during a six week period. Using both slow movements and fast steps, we’ll get you dancing in your first class! This class has plenty of review built in; therefore you may drop in at anytime.
Students should wear yoga pants and a comfortable tee shirt. Your sisters in dance welcome you with open arms! Instructed by Heather Emory, Shonkista Stephens and Jessica Alva of Little Goddess Trybe.
Days: Wednesdays
Dates: May 15 – June 19
July 10 – August 14
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Level 1/ Intro classes
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Level 2
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Level 3+
Cost: $60 every six weeks
Drop-in Fee: $12
Location: Activity Center Room 3

Journaling Group
2019-05-29 14:00 - 14:30 (Pacific/Easter) | 1500 N. Broughton, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States, 1500 N Broughton St, United States
Ever write poems or stories when you were younger? Ever wish your parents or grandparents had kept a journal of stories? Join us and we will help you write stories only you can tell. You will enjoy awaking this sleeping talent. Sign up in the office. $2 for new journal or bring your own. Journaling Group starts on Wednesday, April 3rd and will continue every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

Grant Writing 101
2019-05-29 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
This workshop is designed for anyone interested in learning how to create a successful grant application. Seating is limited.
The last day for registration is Friday, May 24th.

You will learn how to:

Identify key elements of successful grant writing.

Determine the right funding source for your program.

Write grant proposals that funders want to fund.

About our speakers
Janis (Gray) Thompson
Janis (Gray) Thompson has been writing competitive grants for local, state and federal funds for over 30 years. She is currently a Grant Writer and Development Specialist at Grayson College and was formerly the Director of the Area Agency on Aging at TCOG. She has worked with community, state, national leaders; local, state, federal governments; and state/national legislatures to create or expand a wide variety of grant-funded programs.
Janis (Gray) Thompson
Betty Roether has been a community grant writer for 17 years writing funding requests for numerous organizations to local, state, national agencies and foundations. She has written for the Crisis Center, Denison Performing Arts, Preston Volunteer Emergency Services, and the Pottsboro Area Library. She is currently seeking funding for a new library/community center building and maintenance and continuation of the library’s community garden.

Grant Writing Workshop
2019-05-29 13:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Easter) | 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United S
This workshop is designed for anyone interested in learning how to create a successful grant application.
You will learn how to:

Identify key elements of successful grant writing.
Determine the right funding source for your program.
Write grant proposals that funders want to fund.

For more information, please contact Catherine Krantz (903) 813-3565
About our Speakers
Janis (Gray) Thompson has been writing competitive grants for local, state and federal funds for over 30 years. She is currently a Grant Writer and Development Specialist at Grayson College and was formerly the Director of the Area Agency on Aging at TCOG. She has worked with community, state, national leaders; local, state, federal governments; and state/national legislatures to create or expand a wide variety of grant-funded programs.
Betty Roether has been a community grant writer for 17 years writing funding requests for numerous organizations to local, state, national agencies and foundations. She has written for the Crisis Center, Denison Performing Arts, Preston Volunteer Emergency Services, and the Pottsboro Area Library. She is currently seeking funding for a new library/community center building and maintenance and continuation of the library’s community garden.

Rock Salt Writers Workshop: Fiction & More
2019-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Ideation Station, LLC, 227 South Travis Street, at Gallery Off the Square (101 Jones St entrance), Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
You know, that story that always comes back to you, and that starts you thinking, “Hey, I wish I could write it someday. . .” Here at Rock Salt we can help you do exactly what you have always wanted to do — tell your story. And not just tell it. Get the very thing that kept it alive in you to come alive, too. Under the guidance of award-winning novelist, Peter Anderson, you’ll work with others who, just like you, have been wishing or trying to get the story to shape itself on the page. What you get is both satisfaction and achievement, not to mention the lively fun of an evening with others engaged in projects just like yours. This is a six-week long writers workshop held Tuesday evenings from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Workshops are held at Ideation Station led by Dr. Peter Anderson, an award-winning novelist for his hard-hitting novel of South Africa in the Apartheid era, “The Unspeakable.” Peter has many years’ experience running writers’ workshops, formal and informal, both in South Africa and the United States.
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Learn more about Peter’s work: http://writerpeteranderson.com/

Rock Salt Writers Workshop: Fiction & More
2019-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Ideation Station, LLC, 227 South Travis Street, Sherman, TX, 75090, US, 101 W Lake Ave, United States

Covered Dish Dinner
2019-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Easter) | 1500 N. Broughton, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States, 1500 N Broughton St, United States
Covered Dish Dinner is on the last Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m., followed by BINGO! Bring a dish to share and eat some great fried chicken with us!

Plug in Texoma
2019-05-28 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn Denison/Sherman/At Texoma Event Center, 5015 South US 75, Denison, OK, 75020, US
The Sherman Chamber of Commerce and Denison Chamber meet every Tuesday morning from 8:00am-9:00am for breakfast and networking at the Hilton Garden Inn Denison/Sherman/At Texoma Event Center. We hope to see you there!

Plug in Texoma
2019-05-28 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn Denison/Sherman/At Texoma Event Center, 5015 U.S. 75, Denison, TX, 75020, United States

Greg Guymon at The Island Memorial Day Weekend
2019-05-27 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Island Bar and Grill, Highport Marina, 121 Texoma Harbor Dr, Pottsboro, Texas, 75077, United States, United States
Local favorite Greg Guymon on Memorial Day at The Island

Greg Guymon at The Island Memorial Day Weekend
2019-05-27 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Island Bar and Grill, Highport Marina, 121 Texoma Harbor Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75077, United States

Memorial Day Brunch at The Point
2019-05-27 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | The Point Restaurant, Grandpappy Marina, 132 Grandpappy Dr, Denison, TX, 75020, United States
It’s summertime and we’ve extended our hours for Memorial Day Weekend!
We’re open all day Sunday from 9am – 10pm with our full menu! Then Monday, enjoy your extra day off and eat brunch at the lake with us from 10am – 3pm. Check our about tab for more hours and information.
And more hours this weekend means more Prime Rib! Try our fresh, pasture raised, straight from farm-to-table Prime Rib this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday after 5pm.

We hope to see you soon!

2019 Memorial Day Parade
2019-05-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Denison, Main Street, Denison, TX, 75020, United States
The Denison Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 2019 Memorial Day Parade. Join us as we honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice and the 75th Anniversary of D-Day.
TIME CHANGE: Lineup begins at 8:30 AM, PARADE STARTS AT 10 AM.
Get applications at the Chamber, 313 W. Woodard or download here:
http://www.denisontexas.us/pages/memorial-day-parade-2019

Rockaholics at The Island
2019-05-26 21:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Island Bar and Grill, Highport Marina, 121 Texoma Harbor Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75077, United States
Start the day off with Christopher Dale at Mo’s Grill from 11 -2, then finish the day at the Island Bar & Grill with the Rockaholics.

DJ Kevin Smith in the Tanglewood Tower Lounge
2019-05-26 20:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Tanglewood Resort and Conference Center, 290 Tanglewood Cir, Pottsboro, 75076, United States, United States
DJ Kevin Smith in the Tanglewood Tower Lounge, Tanglewood Resort and Conference Center, Lake Texoma

DJ Kevin Smith in the Tanglewood Tower Lounge
2019-05-26 20:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Tanglewood Resort and Conference Center, 290 Tanglewood Circle, Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States

Charlie Hickman Band at Marina del Rey
2019-05-26 20:00 - 2019-05-27 02:00 (America/Chicago) | Marina del Rey-Barbay, 7007 Marina Drive, Kingston, OK, 73439, United States
Barbay will round off Memorial Day Weekend by having back the energy filled red dirt country Charlie Hickman Band!! DJ Jess will entertain before and after the show!! If you haven’t had the pleasure of seeing these guys take over the Barbay stage then this is a one of a kind show you do not want to miss!!
Check out the Charlie Hickman Band by clicking the links below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBRgOHULdeM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxuWaDSzhJw
VIP tables are currently available. Please contact Kara at (580) 380-3148 for more information.

Christopher Dale LIVE for Sunday Brunch
2019-05-26 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Mo’s Grill Highport Marina, 120 Texoma Harbor Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States
Join us at Mo’s Grill for Sunday Brunch & LIVE acoustic music,
Currently on his cross-country Places To Be Tour, singer/songwriter Christopher Dale, brings his mix of Americana/Pop/Rock back to Highport Marina!
“Christopher Dale is infectious and virtuoso. He rocks, he croons, he blows bubbles, he opens a vein and lets it bleed!” – Mike Sager, Writer-at-Large, Esquire Magazine.
Spawning from San Diego’s premier singer/songwriter venue Java Joe’s with the likes of Jewel and Jason Mraz and described as McCartney & John Mayer meet Neil Young & Tom Petty at a Jimmy Buffet concert, Christopher Dale mixes his many influences together to form one uniquely catchy artist. Whether he’s performing originals or personally transformed cover song renditions spanning decades, Dale intoxicates listeners with his honesty, heart and fun-loving energy.
Have a listen at www.christopherdalemusic.com

Memorial Day Bash at Whiskey River Sports Bar and Grill
2019-05-25 21:00 - 2019-05-26 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Whiskey River Sports Bar & Grill, 7519 E US Highway 82, Gainesville, TX, 76240, United States
Memorial Day Bash And Pole Dance Contest!! $500 In Cash Prizes
We will be holding our first ever pole dance contest !! Beach / bathing suit attire welcome !! (No nudity) $5 entry fee must be paid bye 7 pm may the 25th. contest will start at 11:00 pm 1st 2nd 3rd place winners !!!! Come cool off with us and have some fun

The Walton Stout Band live at The Island
2019-05-25 21:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Island Bar and Grill, Highport Marina, 121 Texoma Harbor Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75077, United States
Since the original inception of the Walton Stout Band we have been dedicated to creating live performances that speak to our audiences. From the influence of the beat to the thrill of a melodic lead from a Sax or guitar, music is a like second language. We want to speak to you in a way that moves you and makes you move. There has never been a better time to appreciate the music of all decades and genre’s. It is all just a mouse click away. We want you to see and hear how it was originally played.

Will Banister & The Modern Day Ramblers at Marina del Rey
2019-05-25 20:00 - 2019-05-26 02:00 (America/Chicago) | Marina del Rey-Barbay, 7007 Marina Drive, Kingston, OK, 73439, United States
As we continue our Memorial Day Weekend bash, you do not want to miss this gentleman and his band!! Will Banister is the epitome of traditional country all the way! Keeping the party rolling before and after will be DJ Jess!!
Check out his song link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOSWZxlDD7Q
VIP tables are now available. Please contact Kara at (580) 380-3148 for more information.

Dinner Cruise aboard Island Girl
2019-05-25 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Lighthouse Resort & Marina, 300 Lighthouse Dr, Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States
An unforgettable evening! While relaxing aboard Island Girl, you will enjoy the breathtaking sunset on beautiful Lake Texoma. This dinner cruise combines spectacular views of the Little Mineral area and the main body of the lake with a delicious dining experience complete with dessert.
This 1.5 hr cruise aboard Island Girl is sure to provide you with special memories of your trip to Lake Texoma. We hear all the time that this is some of the best fun you can have on the lake.
Of course, don’t forget your camera! Delicious Dining. Our fantastic dinner menu varies nightly with meal choices like Texas BBQ, Mexican Fajita Fiesta, Southern Comfort, and more. We also have a great selection of kid’s meals. Iced Tea, Water, and Sodas are provided as well. All of our cruises are BYOB for adult beverage (other outside food or drink is not permitted). Special dinner requests must be made at the time of booking. Please make your meal choices by 3pm the day of each cruise.
All Dinner Cruises depart from Lighthouse Marina Charter Dock at 300 Lighthouse Drive, Pottsboro, TX 75076. Please arrive 15 minutes early to start the pre-boarding process.
90 minutes
Adults $49, Children $34
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Sunset Paddle Trip
2019-05-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Island View Park, 87426 Preston Bend Rd., Pottsboro, TX, 75076, United States
Paddle off into the sunset on this 1.5-hour kayaking and paddleboarding excursion from Island View Park on Lake Texoma. Paddle around rocky cliffs, near the islands and the stunning natural area around Island View Park. You’ll encounter epic views and diverse wildlife as Lake Texoma is home to over 500 bird species.
The tour itself is definitely unique in nature, and you’ll be provided with the opportunity to experience a combination of natural habitat and watch a legendary sunset as you bob on the water.
Best of all: with all equipment and full instruction provided, this tour is suitable for all abilities, including complete beginners.
Admission to Island View Park is included in the trip cost. Show up anytime (gates open at 9am) before the scheduled event to hangout!
*1.5 Hour Kayaking and/or Paddleboarding Trip
*Kayak/Paddleboard (your choice), Paddle, and Life Jacket Included Entrance to Island View Park Included
*Evening Paddling Experience (arrive back just before sunset)
*Bring your own drinks of all kinds ?
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Jason Aldean – SOLD OUT!
2019-05-25 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Choctaw Casino Resort – Durant, OK, 4216 South Highway 69/75, Durant, OK, 74701, United States
Saturday, May 25
Choctaw Grand Theater
Doors open at 6:30pm | Showtime 8:00pm
Tickets starting at $100 | Tickets SOLD OUT!
Ticketmaster – 800.745.3000

Hawaiian Hula Night with dinner
2019-05-25 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | SneakyTiki Restaurant & Brewery, 3263-B US 70, Mead, OK, 73449, United States
Hawaiian Hula and Dinner.
Try some of Hawaii’s original food this night. We will be having Charlie and his Steel Drums from 4-8 and Hawaiian Hula and dances from the islands from 9-11. We will be serving Kalua pig, and a variety of many other Hawaiian foods before the show. Open 6:00 to 9:00 for dinner and then 9:00 to 11:00 for the show. $30.00 per person which includes a super Hawaiian dinner. At the door $35.00. Rain or shine we will be inside or out. This is one of our 3 shows for the summer getaway. Reservations 580 931-0100 ext 1001 after 4 pm.
FYI show only after enter after 9:00 pm $10.00. The fun of your time. The lake is still full and so are we! Full of fun….. come see us.
