The Stroud Public Library is hosting its first Tiny Tots Story Time of the new year. “Things That Go!” is the theme and takes place today, January 7th at 10 a.m. at 301 West 7th Street. Please call 918-968-2567 to register to attend. An adult must remain present with their child during the story time.
Upcoming community meetings and events in Stroud include F.B.C. Kids, Wednesday January 7th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Community Clothing Ministry, Thursday January 8th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on West Highway 66, City Council Meeting, Thursday January 8th 5:00 p.m. at City Hall, Masonic Lodge Breakfast, Saturday January 10th 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at Ag Building, Stroud Food Pantry, 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. on South 4th Avenue, and Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m. at Main Street Chamber Office.
Get ready for three days of exciting basketball! Stroud Public Schools will host the Route 66 Coliseum Classic January 8th – 10th. The Stroud Lady Tigers will compete on Thursday, January 8th at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Stroud boys at 8:20 p.m. Admission prices are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. OCA and OSSAA passes will be accepted.
Town Talk sends congratulations to Josh and Holly Thompson on the opening of their new Stroud business. The Willow – Event Center and Flower Shop is officially open. Holly will be hosting a grand opening on Wednesday, January 14th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Willow is located at 420 North 8th Avenue. For more information contact Holly at 918-968-2586 or check out the Facebook page, The Willow – Event Center and Flower Shop.
I have a good update on Janet Place Huwar. She was released from the hospital and moved to Buckner Parkway Place, Skilled Nursing Facility. With physical therapy and prayers, Janet will get stronger every day and hopefully return to her home soon.
If you would like to send Janet a card, her address is 1321 Park Bayou Drive, Room 125, Houston, TX 77077.
We have a new bike rider in our family. Lincoln learned to ride his bike while he was off for Christmas break. Both boys received bikes last year for Christmas and August mastered the skill last year.
Lincoln is a year younger, but he was ready to tackle it this year. He was proud of himself, and I was proud for him. Always remember when you’re driving the streets of Stroud, kids are out playing and riding their bikes so slow down in residential areas.
Their basketball team also played Wellston on Saturday. They didn’t take home the win but did hustle and ran plays working as a team. They improve each game which is what this level of play is about. Lincoln scored six points and Mason McCammon scored three.
January can be a slow month of sales for merchants due to shorter daytime hours, colder weather and tighter budgets after the holidays. That makes it even more important to support our local merchants during this time. They’ll be watching for you! Have a great week and thank you for choosing to shop local…………….first!