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Events
It takes a great deal of time, talent, and treasure to continue our services, and we are incredibly blessed with a community of extraordinary individuals who are always ready to lend a hand and support our incredible, annual events!
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Sensory Santa is coming to the Opportunity Center!
Sensory Santa is coming to visit us on December 10th, from 6-8PM! Santa welcomes all families who have children with autism, intellectual disabilities, or other special needs. He will be ready to greet all of the kiddos in a calm, quiet environment, and there will be snacks and craft stations set up for those who are waiting their turn to meet him. We look forward to seeing you there!
Adult Day Program- Annual Christmas Party
Join us for Karaoke, snacks and fun on December 20th, from 1-3PM, for our annual Adult Day Christmas party!
The Father-Daughter Dance
The annual “Princess for a Night” Father-Daughter Dance is held at the Marland Mansion in February. Several Hundred princesses dance the night away with their escorts to current and classic music, enjoy delicious refreshments and other entertainment at one of three sessions throughout the evening. Proceeds from the dance benefit the Kay County Council for the Opportunity Center. Tickets and event t-shirts go on sale several weeks before the dance and can be purchased at Whimsy, 318 E. Grand or online at poncacitydance.com. Check out pictures from previous dances and get notifications about the next dance by following the Facebook page, www.facebook.com/poncafddance.
The Cherokee Strip Golf Classic
The Cherokee Strip Golf Classic, is a volunteer-driven, charitable golf tournament which began in 1961 with the sole purpose of raising money to help fund the Opportunity Center. All proceeds from The Strip go directly to the Opportunity Center Foundation. The Strip is an invitational, pro-am golf tournament comprised of approximately 44 teams, with each team consisting of 1 PGA Professional and 4 amateurs. The Strip is held at the Ponca City Country Club, and Wentz Memorial Golf Course. The entry fee covers 3 days of food and beverage (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for both the golfer and a +1. Participants play 3 days of golf (1 practice round & 2 tournament rounds) and receive entry gifts. Numerous social activities are available each day as well as a ladies golf tournament on the Thursday of The Strip.
