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Sandy Magrath: Dogs of the Southwest art exhibit will open May 1 – June 30 at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center. A meet the artist reception will be 3:30-6:30 p.m. on May 9 at the cente.r Magrath of Norman is inspired by the designs and colors of the Southwest, and by her dogs. She has painted dogs with personality and her work will be available to purchase through the Heritage Center.

The Red River Regional Replacement Sale takes place May 11 at the Red River Livestock Market in Overbrook, Okla.

Celebration of Freedom was created to celebrate the freedom we enjoy and recognize our brave men and women in uniform. Festivities feature the Celebration of Freedom Show and Shine, live music, Oklahoma’s largest silent auction, a children’s pageant and activities area, a skeet/trap shoot, kiddie car races, car show, parade, DARE dunk-a-cop fundraiser, food and craft vendors downtown on the courthouse square. Family fun for all ages.

The event is organized by the Chisholm Trail Tractor Club Branch 112. Cost is $5 a person. Children under 10 are free.

Ten percent of proceeds from services go to Carry the Load. All donations go to Carry the Loan, a non profit dedicated to restoring the meaning of Memorial Day, honoring our nation’s heroes and providing support for our military and first responders. Includes Kendra Dickson, five-time TCFR qualifier; Brittany Grace Matkin, RFAR events coordinator; Shelby Higginbotham, RFAR junior instructor; Taylor Lewing, Twisted T Equine Dentistry; Hannah Connolloy, Trinity Equine Sports Massage. The clinic is limited to 12 participants.

Ancient. Massive. Wild. This nationally touring exhibit explores the significance of the bison from pre-history, to their relationship with the Plains Indians, near extinction and current iconic status. Families and small groups are always welcome at Chisholm Trail. Educational programming available. Open seven days a week or special hours with advanced request. Plenty of parking space, enough room for motor homes and tour buses.