Fall Community Events
Communities Across Four States Announce Upcoming Fall Festivals and Public Meetings
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The Boswell community meeting will be held at the Boswell Nutrition Center, 603 Hunter Ave., at 6 p.m. on Sept. 22, while the Choctaw County Democrats’ monthly meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at Hugo’s Washington Heights Hope Center on Sept. 17.
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Pahrump’s blood drive, organized by the Nye County Sheriff’s Office as the “Pahrump Badge of Honor Blood Drive,” will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pahrump Nugget; appointments can be made through Vitalant or by calling 877-258-4825.
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Spring Mountain Karting Complex is offering 45-minute clinics through Sept. 18 for drivers age 15 and older who are at least 56 inches tall; each session costs $90 and is limited to 15 students.
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At the Hagerstown “Wings and Wheels” show, visitors can purchase rides in either a TBM Avenger or Stinson OY-1 warbird, with advance bookings available and on-site sales offered for unsold flights.
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The 2026 West Virginia Quilt Festival in Ripley will use the theme “Happy Birthday, USA,” commemorating the nation’s 250th birthday; admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12, with quilting classes requiring registration by Aug. 31.
Communities across Oklahoma, Nevada, New Mexico and West Virginia are gearing up for fall with a packed calendar of festivals, meetings and special events. From blood drives and classic car shows to quilt festivals and warbird flights, locals have dozens of ways to connect, celebrate and support their neighborhoods in the coming weeks.
The events range from recurring activities like bingo nights and choir rehearsals to major festivals drawing crowds from across regions. Key dates include the Pahrump Fall Festival on Sept. 24-27, Northern New Mexico's fall celebrations featuring Americana and bluegrass performances, and the 2026 West Virginia Quilt Festival in Ripley using a patriotic "Happy Birthday, USA" theme.
Oklahoma Democrats Plan September Meetings and Community Discussions
Choctaw County Democrats will hold their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 17 at Hugo's Washington Heights Hope Center. Just five days later, Choctaw and Bryan County Democrats are hosting a community meeting at the Boswell Nutrition Center (603 Hunter Ave.) at 6 p.m. on Sept. 22.
The Sept. 22 Boswell meeting focuses on a planned data center project affecting the community. These gatherings give residents a chance to hear updates, ask questions and stay involved in local planning decisions.
Pahrump's Fall Festival and Weekly Activities Draw Crowds
Pahrump is hosting its Fall Festival from Sept. 24-27, featuring classic cars, crafts, bingo and more. Before the festival kicks off, the Nye County Sheriff's Office is running the "Pahrump Badge of Honor Blood Drive" from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pahrump Nugget. Appointments can be made through Vitalant or by calling 877-258-4825.
Spring Mountain Karting Complex is offering 45-minute driving clinics through Sept. 18 for drivers age 15 and older who are at least 56 inches tall. Each session costs $90 and is limited to 15 students, with sign-ups filling up fast as the deadline approaches.
Northern New Mexico Celebrates Fall With Music, Art and Harvest Events
Northern New Mexico's fall calendar showcases Americana, country, folk and bluegrass performances alongside art walks, studio tours and exhibitions. The region's harvest-themed events blend live music with local artists and craftspeople, creating a festive atmosphere that draws visitors and residents throughout September and October.
West Virginia Highlights Historic Warbirds, Quilting and Community Gatherings
Hagerstown's Wings and Wheels show offers visitors rides in authentic WWII warbirds — either a TBM Avenger or Stinson OY-1. Advance bookings are available, and on-site sales are offered for any unsold flights, giving aviation enthusiasts a rare chance to experience history in the air.
The 2026 West Virginia Quilt Festival in Ripley will celebrate the nation's 250th birthday with a "Happy Birthday, USA" theme. Adult admission is $10 and $5 for children under 12. Quilting classes require registration by Aug. 31. West Virginia's event calendar also includes a Monongalia County Democrats meeting and a federal retirees' luncheon.
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