Southeast EXPO Center
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April
| 1st | Career EXPO 2008* - 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM; for more information call 580/920-2260 | |
| 3rd | Service Excellence Intitiative | |
| 5th | Reception | |
| Christian Women's Luncheon* - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM; for ticket information call 918/423-2736 | ||
| 8th | Appreciation for Chief Greg Pyle & Councilman Bob Pate* - 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM; for more information call 918/423-1016 or 918/423-4086 | |
| 10th | Prom | |
| Training | ||
| 11th-14th | TH Rogers Buyers Market | |
| 15th | McAlester Economic Development Service Board Meeting* - 3:30 PM; for more information call 918/423-5735 | |
| 16th | Women's Biz Conference set up | |
| Stores Online | ||
| 17th | Women's Biz Conference and EXPO* - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM; for more information all 800/658-2823 | |
| 18th | KEDDO Senior Citizens Day* - 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM; for more information call 918/465-2367 | |
| 19th | Baby Fair* - 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM; for more information call 918/423-4120 | |
| 20th | America's Cover Miss & Cover Boy Pageant* - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM; for more information call 918/774-5674 | |
| 22nd-23rd | Meeting | |
| 24th | DHS HRMD Role Reversal: Parenting Your Parents | |
| 25th | Southeast Regional Child Abuse & Neglect Conference* - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; for more information call 918/423-1267 | |
| 26th | Family Reunion |
May
| 1st | Job Fair - open to High School Seniors, Career Tech Students, & enrolled College Students only | |
| 2nd | Reception set up day | |
| 3rd | Reception | |
| Resource Family Training | ||
| 6th-7th | Personal Care Assistant Seminar* - 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM; for registration or more information call 405/945-3228 | |
| 7th | Girl's Tea | |
| 8th | Tannehill Graduation & Dance Reception* - 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM; for more information call 918/423-6393 | |
| 9th | Savanna High School Graduation* - 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM; for more information call 918/548-3777 | |
| 10th | Resource Family Training | |
| Tony Deel Dance Starz Talent Search* - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM; for more information call 918/423-1594 | ||
| Birthday Party | ||
| 11th | Indianola Graduation*- 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM; for more information call 918/823-4231 | |
| 12th | Governor's Safe School Summit | |
| 13th | DHS/Developing Creative Problem Solving | |
| 15th | Arkoma Oilmen's Golf Tournament Dinner | |
| 16th | DHS Child Welfare Quarterly Meeting | |
| Southeast Oklahoma Fine Arts Association Gala*- 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM; for ticket information call 918/423-1716 | ||
| Italian Festival set up | ||
| 17th | Resource Family Training | |
| Southeast Oklahoma Fine Arts Association Art Show*- 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | ||
| 17th-18th | Italian Festival*- 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday; for more information call 918/302-8866 | |
| 19th-20th | MRHC Service Excellence Initiative | |
| 20th | McAlester Economic Development Service Board Meeting*- 3:30 PM; for more information call 918/423-5735 | |
| Rig Managers Meeting | ||
| 23rd | Boom Bragging Rally | |
| 24th | Wedding & Reception | |
| Anniversary Party | ||
| Cattlemen's Banquet* - for more information call 407/443-6074 | ||
| 27th | Rig Managers Meeting | |
| 28th-30th | Convention | |
| 31st | Large Equipment Auction*- 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; for more information call 580/658-5553 | |
| Resource Family Training | ||
| Wedding Shower |
June
| 1st | Oklahoma's Best Pageant*- 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM; for more information call 479/443-9465 | |
| 5th | Jr. Sunbelt Classic Banquet*- 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM; for more inforamtion call 918/423-0743 | |
| 6th | Birthday Party | |
| 7th | Family Reunion | |
| Wedding & Reception | ||
| Resource Family Training | ||
| 14th | Family Reunion | |
| Wedding & Reception | ||
| 15th | Family Reunion | |
| 17th | McAlester Economic Development Service Board Meeting*- 3:30 PM; for more information call 918/423-5735 | |
| 20th | Health Fair set up day | |
| 21st | Class Reunion | |
| Health Fair*- 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM; for more information call 918/421-6991 | ||
| 26th | Company Picnic set up day | |
| 27th | Company Picnic | |
| Birthday Party | ||
| 28th | Class Reunion |
July
| 4th | 5th Annual Stars & Stripes Funfest*- Great fun for the entire family. Live entertainment and inflatables & games for all ages with a spectacular fireworks show at the end of the night. The festivities will be from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the SE EXPO Center. Admission is free, but bring along money for a tasty treat or cold drink from the concession. For more information call 918/420-3976 or by e-mail at tourism@cityofmcalester.com | |
| 5th | Haileyville High School Reunion | |
| 12th | Reception | |
| Reception | ||
| 13th | Wedding & Reception | |
| 15th | McAlester Economic Development Service Board Meeting*- 3:30 PM; for more information call 918/423-5735 | |
| 18th | Wedding & Reception set up | |
| 19th | Wedding & Reception | |
| 26th | Family Reunion |
August
| 2nd | Family Reunion | |
| NRA Banquet*- 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM; for more information call 918/426-5687 | ||
| 8th | Reception | |
| 14th | DHS/Family Support Quarterly Meeting | |
| 19th | McAlester Economic Development Service Board Meeting*- 3:30 PM; for more information call 918/423-5735 | |
| 21st | Comprehensive Water Plan Regional Meeting | |
| 23rd | Wedding & Reception | |
| 28th-29th | Children's Court Improvement | |
| 30th | White Tail's Unlimited Banquet* - 6:00 PM to 10:15 PM; for more information call 254/932-5185 | |
*Public events -- schedule subject to change without notice
If you need further information please call 918/420-3976
2008 Area Events
| May 2nd | Armed Forces Day Luncheon - Contact the McAlester Chamber of Commerce at 918/423-2550 for more infomation | |
| May 3rd | Armed Forces Day Parade and Chadick Park Celebration - Two days of events dedicated to celebrating and honoring our Armed Forces. Call the McAlester Chamber of Commerce at 918/423-2550 for entry information | |
| May 16th-17th | Southeast Oklahoma Fine Arts Association Gala and Fine Arts Show at the SE EXPO Center. Gala on the 16th and art show the 17th. For more information please call 918/423-1716 | |
| May 17th-18th | 38th Annual Italian Festival at the SE EXPO Center and Pittsburg County Fair Grounds. Two days of Springtime fun, food, shopping, live entertainment, and celebration of the wonderful Italian heritage. Admission is free, but bring along money to purchase some wonderful food, souvenirs, arts, and crafts. For booth or vendor information call 918/426-3787 | |
| June 6th-11th | Junior Sunbelt Classic - Teams from Canada and eight states compete for the championship title in this week long event. The banquet is the 5th at the SE EXPO Center at 6:00 PM. To host team players or other information call 918/423-1589 | |
| June 11th-14th | 31st Annual Sander's Family Bluegrass Festival - Enjoy good family entertainment and listen to the sound of classic Bluegrass music as you stroll around eating the delicious food. Call 918/423-0450 for more information | |
| June 27th-28th | American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Pittsburg County - An overnight team fundraising event at the Sertoma Field to benefit the American Cancer Society. For information about participating, forming a team, or becoming an event sponsor, contact event chairperson Cathy Good by e-mail at cgood@allegiance.tv or call 417/718-1010 | |
| June 28th | 11th Annual Blue Mountain Cruzers Car & Truck Show - Rain or Shine! Located at the city park in Hartshorne on South 13th Street. Check in time is from 8:00 AM to 12 Noon. Contact 918/297-1311. | |
| July 4th | 5th Annual Stars & Stripes Funfest - Great fun for the entire family. Live entertainment and inflatables & games for all ages with a spectacular fireworks show at the end of the night. The festivities will be from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the SE EXPO Center. Admission is free, but bring along money for a tasty treat or cold drink from the concession. For more information call 918/420-3976 or by e-mail at tourism@cityofmcalester.com | |
| August 15th-16th | 68th Annual Outlaw Rodeo where inmates from OSP and professional riders from across the country compete to win points in their respective events. The rodeo features the exciting "Money the Hard Way" event with the OSP inmates. Held at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary Friday and Saturday night. Call the McAlester Chamber of Commerce at 918/423-2550 for more information or ticket orders | |
| August 16th | 68th Annual Outlaw Rodeo Parade - The celebrations will be just beginning for McAlester's OSP Rodeo. Come see the parade and stay for the big name entertainment that will begin right after the parade. If your organization would like to be a part of the parade please call Pam Frink at Jackie Brannon Correctional Center at 918/421-3399 | |
| September 4th-6th | Pittsburg County Free Fair at the Pittsburg County Fairgrounds and the SE EXPO Center. Showcasing livestock, art, science, and more. Contact the OSU Extension Office at 918/423-4120 for more information | |
| September 10th-11th | Shrine Circus held at the SE EXPO Center with two shows each night at 4:30 PM and 7:30 PM. For more information call 918/420-3976 | |
| October 3rd-4th | The Original Tough Man Contest - Held at the SE EXPO Center with fights beginning at 8:00 PM each night; doors open at 7:00 PM. For entry information or ticket information call 501/664-1118 | |
| October 4th | Old Town Festival and Car Show and Art Show - Take a step into the past with this yearly celebration. Listen to the music in the air, enjoy carnival rides, vendors, food, and fun! Live entertainment, a gun shootout, street dance, and a classic car show | |
| October 11th | The Hard Times Festival in Hartshorne - Scheduled activities include: Arts & Crafts, depression era variety show at the Liberty Theatre, kids games, and quilt show. Don't forget the food that is really cheap around town too. Bring the Kids and have fun all day long without breaking the bank! For more information call Jerry at 918/297-3651 | |
| October 17th-19th | Robber's Cave Fall Festival and Car Show - The largest car and crafts show & sale in SE Oklahoma is held at Robber's Cave State Park, located 5 miles west of Wilburton. Call the park office at 918/465-2759 for more information | |
| October | 63rd Annual Lion's Club Kids Fall Festival will feature rides, games, and a Halloween costume contest. For more information and date call 918/420-7269 | |
| October | 21st Annual Kiamichi Quilt Show - For vendor information and dates call June at 918/423-3061 | |
| November 8th | Holiday Arts & Crafts Show - Showcasing arts and crafts from various vendors. 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 918/302-3440 or 918.424-2539 for more information. | |
| November | Veteran's Day Reception - call Jo Ann at 918/423-2932 for more information | |
| December | Parkway of Lights - Drive down Carl Albert Parkway to enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights displays | |
| December 4th | Christmas Parade of Lights - One of the biggest parades of the year. Come see the beautiful lights of the many floats entered. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be present for the children. For more information call the McAlester Chamber of Commerce at 918/423-2550 | |
| December 11th-13th | Savanna Basketball Tournament at the SE EXPO Center. Games start 4:30 PM Thursday and Friday and 5:00 PM Saturday. |