Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority

10/21/2026

Early Closure Notice – October 30th

ASHA will close at 1:30 PM on Friday, October 30th to allow our staff time to prepare for all our little ghouls and goblins visiting us that evening for our annual Trunk or Treat!

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to a fun and spooky evening with our community. 🎃👻

10/19/2026

Calling all Housing Authority Seniors 📣 The Community Market & OSU Pottawatomie County Ext. will be hosting a Senior Gardening Workshop & Planting Day | October 22 10am-12pm | for the Senior Community (60+). It's a great way to get involved for a greater purpose and meet new friends! 💚

**NEW DATE**

We are thrilled to partner with the OSU Extension for a hands-on morning focused on community gardening and expert winter growing tips. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or just want to help us prep our garden beds for the cooler months ahead, come join us for a wonderful time of learning and connection!

For Seniors 60+
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: 120 S. Center, Shawnee, OK 74801

10/14/2026

Residents and Community - Look! There's a message written in the clouds!

The Fall Prevention Class is starting tomorrow from 11am-12pm at Rolling Hills Community Center.

Whether you are caring for an older adult or are an elder, please join the 1-hour class teaching you on practical fall prevention for older adults to stay safe, active, and reduce risk injury.

If you can't make this one, we got you covered! 😄 There is another opportunity to join Oct. 29th!

10/09/2026

Tomorrow's Wild Rice & Veggie cooking demo is cancelled.
Check back soon for next month's demonstration!

Thank you for your understanding,
ASHA Resident Services Dept.

10/09/2026

🍂 🍬 The Verdict Is In.. Trunk-or-Treat Is a Must! 🍬 🍂 Are you coming October 30th???

10/09/2026

Residents of Shawnee! The city will be hosting a Fall Clean Up October 17th! See details below.

🍂 Fall Clean-Up is Coming Up!

Time to clear out the clutter before winter. The City of Shawnee’s Fall Clean-Up is Saturday, October 17, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Transfer Station, 700 E. 45th St.

Residents can bring up to 3 cubic yards of household cleanup materials. A current City utility bill and photo ID are required.

Take advantage of the opportunity to clean up around the house and get those unwanted items out before winter!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Transfer Station, 700 E. 45th St.

More information in the comments below.

10/07/2026

Senior residents 60+ check this out!

**UPDATE: POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER**
We will make a post once with the new date once we have rescheduled.

Seniors 60+, we are partnering with the OSU Extension to bring you a wonderful morning of learning and community gardening.

Here are the details for the day:
Date: October 15th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: 120 S. Center, Shawnee, OK 74801

Schedule of Events:
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Winter gardening lesson with the OSU Extension.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Help us plant and prep the Community Market for winter.

Whether you're looking to pick up expert winter gardening tips or want to help us get our garden ready for the cooler months, we would love to see you there!

What is your favorite crop to grow during the fall and winter seasons?

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

👟 Put Your Best Foot Forward—Safely!

A Fall Prevention Class is coming up to help older adults stay safe, active, and reduce the risk of injury.

📅 October 15 or October 29
⏰ 11 AM–12 PM
📍 Rolling Hills Community Building
🍪 Refreshments provided
🚐 Transportation available for ASHA residents

📞 Register: 405-617-0488

10/05/2026

Join us October 9 for a free lunch and an important discussion on Disaster Preparedness. 🌪️🧰

📅 October 9 | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Bob White Community Building
📞 Register by 10/7: 405-617-0480

Open to ASHA Elder Residents & Elder AST Members (50+)!