Showing posts with label Bowling Green Kentucky events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bowling Green Kentucky events. Show all posts

Thursday, December 13, 2012

More great holiday events for 2012 in the BG, KY area Dec. 13-23

Here are more of my Betsyanne's <updated> Holiday Happenings Highlights in the BG, KY area.











Here are a few more events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area. You can find more at the "Find More Events" tab at the top of this blog.

Thursday, Dec. 13th:
The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 7 p.m.





Friday, Dec. 14th:
Madeline's Christmas is playing at WKU's Van Meter Theater. http://www.aetf-inc.com.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "12/15/12 Living Hope Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Student Missions invites you to a Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 15th from 7:00 am to 11:00 am. The morning will consist of pancake breakfast, bake sale as well as craft sale. It will be located in the student center which is the Old Holy Spirit building. For more information please contact: Natalie Clemmons at 270-991-5166."






Saturday, Dec. 15th:
Madeline's Christmas is playing at WKU's Van Meter Theater. http://www.aetf-inc.com.

Breakfast with Santa is at Chaney's today (you must be pre-registered) from 8-9:30.

State Street and 6th has a State Street Christmas Village from 10-4 with booths, games, and more. 782-0222.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is at 8 p.m. at PTK. 781-6233

Lost River Cave Wildflower Gift Shop has a Sip and Shop event from 11-3.

Faith UMC and Friendship Community Church in Alvaton both have Live Nativities today.

Eastwood Baptist Church has a Down Home Christmas musical at 6 p.m.

SKyPAC has the Caveman Chorus at 7 p.m.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "12/15-12/16 Eastwood Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Worship Ministry invites you to their Christmas musical “A Down Home Christmas” on Saturday, December 15th and Sunday December 16th at 6:00 pm. Doors will open at 5:30 pm Childcare provided for children four and under. It is free and open to the public. The musical will re-visit the laid-back, relaxing Christmas of years gone-by by singing most loved Christmas songs in the Gaither-Homecoming style. For more information please call 270-842-7867 or go to: www.eastwoodbc.org." 





Sunday, Dec. 16th:
From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "12/15-12/16 Eastwood Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Worship Ministry invites you to their Christmas musical “A Down Home Christmas” on Saturday, December 15th and Sunday December 16th at 6:00 pm. Doors will open at 5:30 pm Childcare provided for children four and under. It is free and open to the public. The musical will re-visit the laid-back, relaxing Christmas of years gone-by by singing most loved Christmas songs in the Gaither-Homecoming style. For more information please call 270-842-7867 or go to: www.eastwoodbc.org."


The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 2 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is at 3 p.m. at PTK. 781-6233 






Monday, Dec. 17th
Greenwood Mall has St. Nick's Pet Pics today at 6 p.m. 782-9047.

There is a special $1 admission to the Corvette Museum today from 8-5. They have a Country Cars and Stars exhibit showing too.





Tuesday, Dec. 18th
The Main Library has Meet Santa today from 5-7 p.m. Call for details: 781-4882.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.


 


Thursday, Dec. 20th
The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.






Friday, Dec. 21st

Today is the Winter Solstice and Yule 

Lost River Cave Wildflower Gift Shop has another Sip and Shop event from 11-3. 

Faith UMC has a Live Nativity from 6-8.





Saturday, Dec. 22nd
Breakfast with Santa is at Chaney's today (you must be pre-registered) from 8-9:30.

State Street and 6th has a State Street Christmas Village from 10-4 with booths, games, and more. 782-0222.

Lost River Cave Wildflower Gift Shop has another Sip and Shop event from 11-3.  

Faith UMC has a Live Nativity from 6-8.





Sunday, Dec. 23rd
The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show. 






Many other events plus plays, etc. are going on now and soon, and next month too. Check the Find More Events tab at the top to find these.

And thanks for stopping by!

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

-Betsyanne 

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Check out the City Events Calendars too.


A big thanks again goes to: The Bowling Green Daily News, Soky Happenings Magazine, The Amplifier Online, WKU Events online, The Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bowling Green Parent magazine, the WCVK Happenings pages and WBKO's Community Events Calendar, the free Clker site and also the Microsoft Images pages for the artwork used on the blog articles here.



 



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Friday, December 7, 2012

Events, December 7-16, 2012, Here is hoping you have a GREAT holiday, Christmas, Yule, Hanukkah, and Solstice.

Here are more Holiday Happenings Highlights in the BG, KY area.


Ho Ho Ho - pix by me.

















I have listed a few more events, PLUS links to popular event sites too.





Friday, Dec. 7th The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m.

Little Women plays at the Capital at 7:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7th and 8th: From the WCVK Community Happenings Page:
"12/7 & 12/8 Houchens Center, 1115 Adams Street, Bowling Green, Ky. Will be having Craft Shopping Days on Friday and Saturday December 7th and 8th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. There will be a variety of craftspeople and vendors selling unique items. A bag lunch of homemade goodies will be available for purchase. For more information please call: 270-842-6761."





(see above for Craft Shopping Days - this continues today)

Saturday, Dec. 8th is Chaney's Dairy Barn's Breakfast with Santa from 8 - 9:30 a.m. Reservations are required.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m.

Little Women plays at the Capital at 7:30 p.m.





Sunday, Dec. 9th: The National Corvette Museum has Sleigh Rides with Santa today from 1-3. You must call for reservations before going. 781-7973.

The BG Women's Club Christmas Home Tour is today from 1-5.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 2 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.

The WKU Children's Theater is showing "Greek Gods" at 3 p.m. at Gordon Wilson Lab Theater.  Tickets are only $5.00 each.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 3 p.m.

Little Women plays at the Capital at 3 p.m.

The Presbyterian Church downtown has its annual Lessons and Carols service at 4 p.m. 843-4707.





Monday, Dec. 10th:

Today is Dollar Days at the National Corvette Museum. Admission for Kentucky residents today is only $1.00. This is so worth it!

Greenwood Mall has a St. Nick's Pet Pix event today. Bring your pet for a picture with Santa at 6 p.m. Find out more: 782-9047.





Tuesday, Dec. 11th:

The South Central Ky. Coalition on Homelessness meets today at 9 a.m. at the ALIVE Center. 270-256-4709.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.






Wed., Dec. 12th:
The WC Public Library has a Jewelry Making Workshop at the Main branch library downtown. They will make beaded snowman earrings today. It is at 5 p.m. You must pre-register to attend.  781-4882.





Thursday, Dec. 13th:

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show at 7 p.m., "Doomsday". Seating is first-come, first-served, and opens 15 minutes before the show.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 7 p.m.





Friday, Dec. 14th:

December 14 and 15 Madeline's Christmas is playing at WKU's Van Meter Theater. http://www.aetf-inc.com.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "12/15/12 Living Hope Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Student Missions invites you to a Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 15th from 7:00 am to 11:00 am. The morning will consist of pancake breakfast, bake sale as well as craft sale. It will be located in the student center which is the Old Holy Spirit building. For more information please contact: Natalie Clemmons at 270-991-5166."

Saturday, Dec. 15th:

December 14 and 15 Madeline's Christmas is playing at WKU's Van Meter Theater. http://www.aetf-inc.com.

Sunday, Dec. 16th:

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "12/15-12/16 Eastwood Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Worship Ministry invites you to their Christmas musical “A Down Home Christmas” on Saturday, December 15th and Sunday December 16th at 6:00 pm. Doors will open at 5:30 pm Childcare provided for children four and under. It is free and open to the public. The musical will re-visit the laid-back, relaxing Christmas of years gone-by by singing most loved Christmas songs in the Gaither-Homecoming style. For more information please call 270-842-7867 or go to: www.eastwoodbc.org."

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/15-12/16 Eastwood Baptist Church, Bowling Green, Ky. Worship Ministry invites you to their Christmas musical “A Down Home Christmas” on Saturday, December 15th and Sunday December 16th at 6:00 pm. Doors will open at 5:30 pm Childcare provided for children four and under. It is free and open to the public. The musical will re-visit the laid-back, relaxing Christmas of years gone-by by singing most loved Christmas songs in the Gaither-Homecoming style. For more information please call 270-842-7867 or go to: www.eastwoodbc.org."

Many other events plus plays, etc. are going on now and soon, and next month too. Check these sites to find them.

And thanks for stopping by!

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

The City Events Calendar

The Convention and Visitor's Bureau Calendar Events page


Fountain Square Players Plays and tryout dates
- plus their Facebook page.

Public Theater of Kentucky -
Now Playing - Sunburst Youth Theater -  and Coming up Next (current)

The Symphony at WKU Performances and Dates


The WKU AG-Expo Center Events Calendar


The BGAMUG Computer Club website
with meeting dates and times - and their Facebook page. (click to join).

Orchestra Kentucky Performances and Dates


WKU Events
and the WKU Calendar of Events

The National Corvette Museum
2012 and 2013 Events pages

Beech Bend Dragstrip News


The Eloise B. Houchens Center tour and info. page


Lost River Cave and Valley events page


The WCVK Community Happenings Page


The WBKO Community Calendar 


The Historic RailPark and Train Museum news, calendar, and upcoming events page


SKyPAC's Events Calendar


Riverview at Hobson Grove's Events Page at the City Site


The Bowling Green Daily News Calendar


Concerts on the Eventful Page


Bowling Green Parent Magazine Calendar


Chaney's Dairy Barn News and Events Page


Warren County Libraries
computer workshops, special events, children and youth events, and calendars.

The Online Visitor's Guide
is handy for when you just want that "something special" to do too.

Are you a Nontraditional Student, going back to school after a break? Check out the Nontrad Site and Blog.

The Nontraditional Student Website

The Nontraditional Student blog

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Sunday, September 16, 2012

Events and things to do this week, Mon.-Wed., September 17-19

Here are some selected events going on Monday-Wednesday of this week in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky.

This week, all week long, Chaney's has their Corn Maze open! Find out more at their site here: http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com/.

A corn maze in England. By Lewis Clarke, from geograph.org.uk, on Wikimedia Commons.









Jackson's Orchard has Apple Time this month! Find out more: http://www.jacksonsorchard.com/.

Monday, September 17th
Hotel, Inc. has an Open House today from 12:30 p.m. on. Find out more at this Daily News article.

A free computer class is offered today from 6-7:30 p.m., Microsoft Excel Intermediate. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance club meets tonight from 6:30 - 930 p.m. at the FOP for ages 21 and up. Call for more info: 991-4040.

Orchestra Kentucky plays at SKyPAC tonight at 7:30. Find out more: 904-1880 and http://www.orchestrakentucky.com/. This is their opening night.

Tuesday, September 18th
The Graham Drive community library has a Mac Lab today from 3-5 p.m. Call for more information: 781-1441.

The Main branch library also offers a free computer class today, Learn to Download Ebooks and Audiobooks at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Author Dianna Love will discuss her book "Curse" at 6i p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. 
You can pick up your free ticket at any library location. 782-0252. Here is her website: http://www.AuthorDiannaLove.com.

Wednesday, Septemer 19th
AARP sponsors a Driver Safety Program today from 9-1 at the Health and Wellness Center at Chandler Park. You must pre-register to attend. Find out more: 745-0942.

The Main branch library offers a free computer class today, Computing for Seniors, from 10-11 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another free computer class is offered today from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Smiths Grove branch library. It is Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

The Bob  Kirby Branch library offers another free class, Introduction to Social Networking, at 2:30 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.
 Also, save the date!

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page:
"9/21/12 Jody Richards Elementary School, Bowling Green, Ky. will he having their Fall Festival on September 21st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. There will be inflatables and lots of games. BBQ and other goodies will be available and all funds raised will help pay for a new playground. For more information please call Katie Frassinelli at 270-792-7228."

"9/22/12 The South Central Kentucky Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be Saturday, September 22nd at Preston Miller Park, Bowling Green, Ky. Registration will begin at 9:00 am and the walk will begin at 10:00. Register your team online by visiting www.alz.org."

"9/29/12 The 2012 Out Of The Darkness Community Walk , Walk to Prevent Suicide , for Bowling Green will be on Saturday, September 29th at 9:00 am at Phil Moore Park, Alvaton, Ky. For more Information call: Darrell Traugber at 270-784-0960 and check out the website at www.outofthedarkness.org."

"9/29/12 HANDS (Housing Assistance and Development Services) is sponsoring a Free Homebuyer Education Class on September 29th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Tomorrow Center in Bowling Green, Ky. Class covers several items to finding the right home to basic home maintenance. Lunch will be provided. For more information or to register for a class call: Anna Byrum at 270-796-4176 extension 1. "

September 29th is also the International Festival.

"10/6/12 South Central Kentucky Heart Walk & 5K Run will be at Kereiakes Park, Bowling Green, Ky. On October 6th 8:00 am with the walk and run starting at 9:00 am. There will be breakfast, silent auction, a Kids Zone, Dog Zone, health booths set up along with a award ceremony at the end. For more information contact Michelle Alloway at 270-846-5061."

October 16 Knit a Scarf at Riverview! <For Boys and Girls age 8 to 80> Reservations are required.  843-5565.

You can download flyers for library events here.

This is just a small sampling of the many events in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky.


I love Bowling Green!









Check out SoKy Happenings and other links to the right on this page for a lot more events.

Here is my Squidoo Page: Fun Things to Do in Bowling Green, Kentucky for even more ideas.

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

Have a fun weekend!

Betsyanne

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Monday, September 10, 2012

Events in the BG, KY area Monday - Friday, September 10-15, 2012

As usual, There is a lot happening! Here are some selected events.
Attribution: A. Gundelach, Gelsenkirchen on WikiMedia.

Monday, September 10th
Today the Bowling Green Retirement Village's Art for the Ages Art show continues. 842-5433.

A free computer class, Email for Beginners, is today from 2-3 at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another free computer class is today, Microsoft Excel Basics, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Smiths Grove Branch library also has a free computer class today,  Learn to Pinterest, from 6-7:30 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance Club for ages 21 and over meets tonight from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the F.O.P. Call 991-4040 for more info. New dancers are welcome.


Tuesday, September 11th
Today the Bowling Green Retirement Village's Art for the Ages Art show continues. 842-5433.

The National Corvette Museum has a travelling exhibit that tells stories and has photos and more about 9-11. It is called The World Trade Center: Rescue, Recovery, Response. Find out more: 1-800-53-VETTE and http://www.corvettemuseum.org/exhibits/911/index.shtml. The Museum is "$10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 Youth (6-16), Under 6 Free, Family (same household) $25, Active Military Free. Various discounts and coupons available. Group rates offered for 15 or more people."

The South Central Kentucky Coalition on Homelessness meets at 9 a.m. at the ALIVE Center.

The Graham Drive community library has a Mac Lab today from 3-5 p.m. Call for more info: 781-1441.

A free computer class, Computing for Seniors, is today at 6-7 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free presentation at 7 p.m. about NASA's Rover on Mars. It is first-come, first-served seating. 745-4044.


Wednesday, September 12th
Today the Bowling Green Retirement Village's Art for the Ages Art show continues. 842-5433.

The Learn Chinese with Me lessons sponsored by the Confucious Institute start today at 10:30 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

A free computer class, Genealogy for Beginners, is at the Bob Kirby Branch library today at 2 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Another free computer class is today Job Hunting Online. It is at the Main Branch library from 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. all 781-4882.


Thursday, September 13th
Today the Bowling Green Retirement Village's Art for the Ages Art show continues. 842-5433.

A free computer class is today, Introduction to Computers and the Internet, from 2-3 at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Parade of Homes starts today from 5-8. Tickets are $10.00 with 12 and under free. Find out more: 781-3375. http://www.bascky.com/newsite/index.php. This event continues until the 16th.

The WKU Chess Club meets today at 6 p.m. at the Faculty House. 918-809-6278. You may want to bring your chess set.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free presentation at 7 p.m. about NASA's Rover on Mars. It is first-come, first-served seating. 745-4044.
 
Friday, September 14th

Today the Bowling Green Retirement Village's Art for the Ages Art show continues. 842-5433.

The Festival of Sand is today from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 6:00 at the grass lot behind the Chamber of Commerce, Bowling Green. Find out more: http://visitbgky.com/events/detail/festival-of-sand/. This is a fundraiser for Kids on the Block.

A free computer class is today, Introduction to Computers and the Internet, from 10-11 a.m. at the Smiths Grove branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

The Parade of Homes continues today from 5-8. Tickets are $10.00 with 12 and under free. Find out more: 781-3375. http://www.bascky.com/newsite/index.php. This event continues until the 16th.

Cabaret for a Cause is tonight at 8 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley, to raise money for the Catherine Heltsley Foundation for Breast Cancer. 781-6233.

A 55 and Over Senior Dance and Potluck is tonight from 6-9 p.m. at the Old Alvaton Gymnasium off Highway 231 in Alvaton. Music will be by Wayde Phillips. More info: 270-318-4514.

A free concert featuring a Violin and Piano duo, featuring Ching-Hi Lin and Graciella Kowalczyk,  is tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the WKU  Van Meter Auditorium.
 Also, save the date!

September 15th, the National Corvette Museum has a Celebrate My Drive for teenagers from10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find out more: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/registration/drive/index.shtml.

"9/15/12 The “Running For St. Jude 5K and 1 Mile Walk" will be on September 15th At Phil Moore Park Alvaton, Ky. Registration starting at 7:30 am. With races following afterwards at 8:00 for the 5K run and 8:30 the 1 Mile Walk. The cost is $20 for the run and $15 for the walk. You can register online at active.com or stop by Trax Running to pick up a registration form. For more information please call: Marshall at 270-991-3936."

"9/21/12 Jody Richards Elementary School, Bowling Green, Ky. will he having their Fall Festival on September 21st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. There will be inflatables and lots of games. BBQ and other goodies will be available and all funds raised will help pay for a new playground. For more information please call Katie Frassinelli at 270-792-7228."

"9/22/12 The South Central Kentucky Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be Saturday, September 22nd at Preston Miller Park, Bowling Green, Ky. Registration will begin at 9:00 am and the walk will begin at 10:00. Register your team online by visiting www.alz.org."

"9/29/12 The 2012 Out Of The Darkness Community Walk , Walk to Prevent Suicide , for Bowling Green will be on Saturday, September 29th at 9:00 am at Phil Moore Park, Alvaton, Ky. For more Information call: Darrell Traugber at 270-784-0960 and check out the website at www.outofthedarkness.org."

September 29th is also the International Festival.

October 16 Knit a Scarf at Riverview! <For Boys and Girls age 8 to 80> Reservations are required.  843-5565.

You can download flyers for library events here.



I love Bowling Green!









Check out SoKy Happenings and other links to the right on this page for a lot more events.

Here is my Squidoo Page: Fun Things to Do in Bowling Green, Kentucky for even more ideas.

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

Have a fun weekend!

Betsyanne

Like my new Betsy's Cute Animal Links on Facebook. (A work in progress!)
And join me on Twitter as @betsyanne or @nontrads
And here is:  My Personal Page and blog The Nontrads site and blog
My Squidoo pages
Join me on my Fan Page on Facebook
Join me on Twitter as @betsyanne or @nontrads

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Events Tuesday - Friday, Sept. 4-7, 2012 in the Bowling Green Kentucky area

Whew! Just got this done. More events will be added later. I hope you had a GREAT Labor Day weekend.

Tuesday, September 4th
 The Graham Drive branch library has a Mac Lab today from 3-5 p.m. Call for more info: 781-1441.

HOTEL, Inc. has a Homeless Outreach meeting today from 5-6 p.m. at 1005 Boatlanding Road. Call 782-1263 for more info.

Author Rick Bragg speaks at 6 p.m. at the Main Branch library. Tickets are available at all library locations.

There is a free Planetarium showing at 7 p.m. at the WKU Hardin Planetarium, Curiosity on Mars. It is first-come, first-served seating.

Wednesday, September 5th
It is the 5th Anniversary of the Historic RailPark and Train Museum. You can get into the museum for $5.00 today if you ention the anniversary. 745-7317.

Chaney's Dairy Barn has a Corn Maze today from 10-9.

A free computer class is today at 1 p.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Thursday, September 6th
A Writing Workshop happens today with Author Neil White from 3-5 p.m. at the Knicely Conference Center Room 12. This event is free.

A free computer class is today, Introduction to Pinterest, at 11 a.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Balloons, Tunes, and BBQ starts today at 5 p.m. with Kids Night at the Bowling Green Warren County Airport.

The WKU Chess Club meets at 6 p.m. at the WKU Faculty house on the hill.

SKyPac has Candlebox in Concert at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25.00.

There is a free Planetarium showing at 7 p.m. at the WKU Hardin Planetarium, Curiosity on Mars. It is first-come, first-served seating.

Friday, September 7th
The Special Olympics Softball State Championships are being held today at Buchanon Park.

A free computer class is today from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the Smiths Grove Branch library, "Microsoft Word Intermediate. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

The Balloons, Tunes and BBQ event continues today at 4 p.m. at the Bowling Green Warren County Airport.

Also Ice Cream and a MooVie is happening at Chaney's Dairy Barn at 7 p.m. (dusk). Tonight the movie is Happy Feet 2.

The 48th Annual Antique Show and Sale is today from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 911 Searcy Way. Proceeds will benefit local community projects.

The Fourth Wall Ensemble (Flute, trombone, and percussion) plays today at WKU's Fine Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. This concert is free.745-3751.

And Save these Dates:

Lost River Cave has several events this month, like Fall Break Bash. Read about them: Lost River Cave events.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page:  
"9/8/12 Rockfield United Methodist Church, Rockfield, Ky. Will be having their Annual Ice Cream Supper on September 8th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Hamburger and Hotdog plates will be available in addition to the desserts. The price is $9.00 for a meal including dessert. All items can be purchased separately. For more information call: Linda Sparks at 270-782-2690."
 

Also: "9/8/12 Delafield Homecoming Festival, Sugar Maple Square, Bowling Green, Ky. from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm with a car show, music, food, games, yard sale and more. Free admission, for more information call: Martha Deputy at 270-784-4325."

"9/8/12 American Red Cross will be having a Food Pantry Drive on Saturday, September 8th at Walmart on Campbell Lane Bowling Green, Ky. From 9:00 am till 3:00 pm. Please help rRestock the shelves with Some of the items like canned goods, boxed cereals, crackers, toilet paper, bottled water. You can call American Red Cross for a full list of items needed. 270-781-7377. Cash and check contributions will also be accepted for purchasing food. "

and: "9/8/12 1st Annual 9/11 Heroes Run will be Saturday, September 8th 2012, at Kereiakes Park Trail, Bowling Green, Ky. There will be a 5k & Family 1 mile Run/Walk . Registration is available now at 911heroesrun.com ( shirts are guaranteed to online registration) or you can register starting at 3:00 the day of the event with the 5K race beginning at 5:30 pm. 50% of the proceeds will help the Pennyroyal Homeless Veterans Center. Awards will be given to top overall male/female finishers as well as by age group. For more information please email: BowlingGreen@911heroesrun.com."

"9/15/12 The “Running For St. Jude 5K and 1 Mile Walk" will be on September 15th At Phil Moore Park Alvaton, Ky. Registration starting at 7:30 am. With races following afterwards at 8:00 for the 5K run and 8:30 the 1 Mile Walk. The cost is $20 for the run and $15 for the walk. You can register online at active.com or stop by Trax Running to pick up a registration form. For more information please call: Marshall at 270-991-3936."

"9/21/12 Jody Richards Elementary School, Bowling Green, Ky. will he having their Fall Festival on September 21st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. There will be inflatables and lots of games. BBQ and other goodies will be available and all funds raised will help pay for a new playground. For more information please call Katie Frassinelli at 270-792-7228."

"9/22/12 The South Central Kentucky Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be Saturday, September 22nd at Preston Miller Park, Bowling Green, Ky. Registration will begin at 9:00 am and the walk will begin at 10:00. Register your team online by visiting www.alz.org."

"9/29/12 The 2012 Out Of The Darkness Community Walk , Walk to Prevent Suicide , for Bowling Green will be on Saturday, September 29th at 9:00 am at Phil Moore Park, Alvaton, Ky. For more Information call: Darrell Traugber at 270-784-0960 and check out the website at www.outofthedarkness.org."

September 29th is also the International Festival.

October 16 Knit a Scarf at Riverview! <For Boys and Girls age 8 to 80> Reservations are required.  843-5565.

You can download flyers for library events here.

I love Bowling Green!









Check out SoKy Happenings and other links to the right on this page for a lot more events.

Here is my Squidoo Page: Fun Things to Do in Bowling Green, Kentucky for even more ideas.

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

Have a fun rest of the week!

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Saturday, July 21, 2012

Events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area from Sun.-Wed. July 22-25, 2012

Here are selected events for Sunday July 22nd, 2012 through Wednesday, July 25th. 
 
This photo of Fountain Square is by Peter Dutton on Flickr.

 















There are many other exciting events in this area too. Just click on the links below and to the right to find them.

Sunday, July 22nd
The Southern Kentucky Fair starts today. 842-7980  http://www.sokyfair.org. (They have a Beauty Contest to start out the Fair, but the rides start tomorrow.) This is from their site: "Monday, July 23rd - Rides on the Midway Open at 6pm!"

Monday, July 23rd
National Derby Rallies start today at Phil Moore Park, and continue through July 28th. Find out more: http://www.ndr.org/home.cfm and by calling 782-0800.

A free computer class is today,  Microsoft Word for Beginners, 10-11 a.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.


The Southern Kentucky Fair is from 6-10 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes events and rides. 842-7980 and http://www.sokyfair.org.


Lap Swim Workout time is from 7-9 tonight at the Russell Sims Aquatic Center. Admission is $4.00. 393-3271.


Tuesday, July 24th
National Derby Rallies continue today starting at 7 a.m. at Phil Moore Park, and continue through July 28th. Find out more: http://www.ndr.org/home.cfm and by calling 782-0800.


Author William Paul Love, author of The Shack, will speak at 6 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, next to the Main branch library. You must have a (free) ticket to attend, which is available at all library locations. Find out more: 781-4882.

The Southern Kentucky Fair is from 6-10 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes events and rides. 842-7980 and http://www.sokyfair.org.
 
Wednesday, July 25
Today is the United Way Day of Caring. Call 843-4305 to see what project you can volunteer for today. You can sign up to help many groups today or donate money. http://www.unitedwaydayofcaring.com.

National Derby Rallies continue today starting at 7 a.m. at Phil Moore Park, and continue through July 28th. Find out more: http://www.ndr.org/home.cfm and by calling 782-0800.

There is a free computer class for beginners today "Email for Beginners" from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Smiths Grove branch library today. You must pre-register to attend.  Call 563-6651.


Another free computer class is today from 6-7 p.m. at the Main branch library, "Introduction to Genealogy Resources". You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.


The Southern Kentucky Fair is from 6-10 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes events and rides. 842-7980 and http://www.sokyfair.org.
  
Other events: (from the Soky Happenings website) "What Does Big Red Mean to You?
Essay contest-What is Big Red?-Explain in 25 words or less-Winner receives a giant Big Red inflatable-Deadline July 31-Visit www.wkustore.com for info..." 


Is your child eligible for Head Start? Find out. From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "Now-August Community Action of Southern Kentucky is taking applications for enrollment for the 2012-2013 program year Head Start program. Head Start is a federally funded program geared to prepare preschool age children for a successful school experience. 90% of those enrolled must be members of families who qualify as low-income. Children with disabilities are given special consideration. For more information call: 270-783-4484 or stop by Warren County Head Start at 200 East 4th Street, Bowling Green, Ky." 

I love Bowling Green!










Check out SoKy Happenings and other links to the right on this page for a lot more events. 
Save the Dates! These Events are coming soon...
 
July 26 is a free class about SNAP Neighborhood grant eligibility. Find out more: http://www.bgky.org/calendar/calendar.php

July 30 is a Summer Stroll on Loop and Skyline Village.

Here is my Squidoo Page: Fun Things to Do in Bowling Green, Kentucky for even more ideas.

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on, and the date and time is correct.

A big thanks again goes to: The Bowling Green Daily News, Soky Happenings Magazine, The Amplifier Online, WKU Events online, The Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bowling Green Parent magazine, Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the WCVK Happenings pages and WBKO's Community Events Calendar, the free Clker site and also the Microsoft Images pages for the artwork used on the blog articles here. 


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Saturday, July 7, 2012

Things to do in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area July 7-9, 2012

Here is my Betsyanne BG Calendar for the Bowling Green, Kentucky Area and around it - from Saturday, July 7th through Monday, July 9th.

Saturday, July 7th
New Beginnings Therapeutic Riding is having a yard sale today from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. This group helps horses and people with disabilities. Find out more: http://nbtr-bg.org/.
Beech Bend Raceway features O'Reilly Family Night Fun Racing starting at 5 p.m. General admission tickets are $10.00. Find out more: http://www.beechbend.com/dragschedule.htm.

The Bowling Green HotRods Baseball team has fireworks tonight after the game, that starts at 7 p.m. after the game, which are sponsored by Candlewood Suites and WBKO. 901-2121. http://www.bghotrods.com.
Sunday, July 8th
St. James United Methodist Church has Worship in the Park at Keriakes Park at 10 a.m. Lunch follows. Find out more: 842-4949.


Today is NHRA Drag Racing at Beech Bend Park starting at 10 a.m. Find out more: 781-7634. No bikes, please.


Monday, July 9th 
Chaney's has farm tours today. Check out this info. from their website:
..."11am & 1pm, we offer Family Farm Tours for individuals & families. $7/person - includes scoop of ice cream. Must be booked in advance. (270) 843-5567."







A free computer class is today: Email for Beginners, at 2-3 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Skatebox is having a "Skate for BRIMS" event at 6 p.m. benefiting the BRIMS Science Museum. Tickets are $5.00 per person. More info: 843-3394.








Russell Sims Aquatic Center has Lap Swim Workout Time tonight from 7-9 p.m. Fee is $4.00. 393-3271.

 Other events: (from the Soky Happenings website) "What Does Big Red Mean to You?
Essay contest-What is Big Red?-Explain in 25 words or less-Winner receives a giant Big Red inflatable-Deadline July 31-Visit www.wkustore.com for info..." 


Beech Bend Park features the Kent Family Circus through July 8th. Find out more on the Kentucky Tourism page.
Their description: "The Kent Family Magic Circus will return to Beech Bend Park in 2012 for the Annual Kids Festival—June 25 through July 8.  The Kent Family entertains with unbelievable magic and illusions, plus stilt walking, unicycling, juggling, fire breathing, characters and more.  Be sure to bring the kids during the Kids Festival for special activities, balloon animals and more."


Is your child eligible for Head Start? Find out. From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "Now-August Community Action of Southern Kentucky is taking applications for enrollment for the 2012-2013 program year Head Start program. Head Start is a federally funded program geared to prepare preschool age children for a successful school experience. 90% of those enrolled must be members of families who qualify as low-income. Children with disabilities are given special consideration. For more information call: 270-783-4484 or stop by Warren County Head Start at 200 East 4th Street, Bowling Green, Ky." 

I love Bowling Green!










Check out SoKy Happenings and other links to the right on this page for a lot more events. 

Save the Dates! These Events are coming soon...
July 9th is a free National Kidney Foundation screening at First Christian Church. Find out more.
July 13-14 Chaney's has Ice Cream and a Moovie at dusk - Kung Fu Panda 2
July 14th is Second Saturday in downtown Bowling Green. See craft booths, fun kids' activities, music, food, and lots more today. And say hi at The Pots Place!
July 14th is the Southern Summer Music Festival at Lost River Cave to help fun their new Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom. Find out more.
July 14th is also Ice Cream and a Moo-Vie at Chaney's at dusk.
July 25th is the United Way Day of Caring. You can sign up to help many groups today or donate money. http://www.unitedwaydayofcaring.com.
July 26 is a free class about SNAP Neighborhood grant eligibility. Find out more: http://www.bgky.org/calendar/calendar.php
July 30 is a Summer Stroll on Loop and Skyline Village.

Here is my Squidoo Page: Fun Things to Do in Bowling Green, Kentucky for even more ideas.

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

Always check out each event before attending by calling and making sure the event is going on. There are MANY other events going on this weekend in Bowling Green too. 

A big thanks again goes to: The Bowling Green Daily News, Soky Happenings Magazine, The Amplifier Online, WKU Events online, The Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bowling Green Parent magazine, Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the WCVK Happenings pages and WBKO's Community Events Calendar, the free Clker site and also the Microsoft Images pages for the artwork used on the blog articles here. 

 
 

 




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