Events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area July 11th-17th

Some fun events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area

In Mom's backyard.

These are some selected events in the Western Kentucky area for this week. Some are FREE computer classes for the community. You must pre-register to attend these. Many other events in the area are also free or cheap or donations to a good cause.

Do check every event before attending, just in case. Thanks!

Monday, July 11th

Today (and Fridays) Chaney's Dairy Barn has Farm Tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 854-5567. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.

The Bowling Green Main branch library has a West African Dance Demonstration and Workshop today at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome. Find out more: 781-4882.

The Kentucky Blues Society has a TEEN JAM at the WhaBah Steakhouse from 6-9 p.m. Families are welcome. 782-6400.

Tuesday, July 12th

The Medical Center Health and Wellness Center has a Kids on the Block First Aid and Emergencies session from 10-11 a.m. Find out more: 745-0942 and make sure there is room. Pre-registration MAY be required.

A free computer class is today at the Main Branch library from 2-3 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

SkyPac has a free hard hat tour today at 4 p.m. They also have one on Thursday. You must make a reservation to attend. Call 393-0080 for more information.

Dorothea Benton Frank is talking at 6 p.m. tonight at either the Main Branch library OR the Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Branch library) today. You must have a free ticket, which you can pick up at any library location. 781-4882.

Another free computer class, Ebay for Beginners, is today from 6-7 p.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Wednesday, July 13th
A Guys Read Wednesday event is today at 2:30 p.m. at the Main Branch library for ages 8-13. Call 781-4882, extension 215 for more info.

A Graham Troopers meeting is at 3 p.m. at the Graham Drive Branch library today for school-age students. 781-1441.

Thursday, July 14th

There is a free computer class today, Job Hunting Online, at 9-10:30 a.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

SkyPac has a free hard hat tour today at 4 p.m. You must make a reservation to attend. Call 393-0080 for more information.

The Annual Corvette Homecoming starts today at the Sloan Convention Center. This event continues through the 16th. Find out more: http://www.nationalcorvettehomecoming.com/. Call for more info: 791-2117.

Teen Thursday is at 5 p.m. at the Graham Drive Branch library. Call 781-1441 for more info.

There is a High Five Kids Club meeting today at 4 p.m. for ages K-5. You must pre-register to attend by calling 781-4882, extension 212.

The WKU Chess Club meets from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin on the WKU Campus. All ages and skill levels are welcome.  Questions, call 918-809-6278. You may want to bring your chess set.

The Bowling Green League of Bicyclists has an Easy Ride at 6 p.m. You must wear a helmet. The group meets at 6 p.m. at Kereiakes Park. http://www.BGLOB.com.

Friday, July 15th

The Corvette Homecoming continues today at the Sloan Convention Center. This event continues through tomorrow. Find out more: http://www.nationalcorvettehomecoming.com/. Call for more info: 791-2117.

There is a Santa Gertrudis Show and Sale today at 11 a.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Find out more at their Facebook page. 745-3976.

A free computer class, Computing for Seniors, is from 10-11 a.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. 781-4882.

Circus Square park is having a concert in Circus Square Park tonight from 6:30 - 10 p.m. 782-0222. 

Teen Scene meets tonight at 3:30 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library for students grade 6-12.

Today (and Mondays) Chaney's Dairy Barn has Farm Tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 854-5567. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.

Saturday, July 16th

Kiwanis Yoga in the Park is this morning at Keriakes Park at 8 a.m. for individuals and 9:15 a.m. for children and parents or guardians. Find out more: http://bgkiwanis.org/.

Via Amy: "The Empowering Women Seminar Series continues! July 16th 10a-12p. Topics: Budgeting to start funding for retirement (Tamara Clark); Getting a Job Part 3: The Interview and Follow-up (Amy Brumlow); Arthritis and Osteoporosis: Prevention and Alternative Treatments (Amy Brumlow,DC) FREE, but must register to attend by calling 904-2639 or email bodyworkschiropractic@gmail.com Door Prizes and light refreshments served!"

The Corvette Homecoming is also today at the Sloan Convention Center. Find out more: http://www.nationalcorvettehomecoming.com/. Call for more info: 791-2117.

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum is sponsoring a free storytime today at 10-11 a.m. in the caboose. Find out more: 745-7317.

A Parade of Ponds event is today sponsored by the Barren County Long Term Care Ombudsman, from 10-4. Tickets are $10. Call 842-7587 for tickets or you can also buy tickets via this page: http://klaid.org/ombudsman/PoP/Default.aspx. Find out more about the Ombudsman program: http://klaid.org/ombudsman.

The Skate Box has a Lock-In today starting at 7 p.m. and going to 6 a.m. This is $15.00. Bring shampoos, toothbrush, etc. for our Troops overseas. Find out more: 843-3394.

Sunday, July 17th

The Capital Arts Center has Southern Gospel Music today starting at 2 p.m. Bring a canned food item for admission which will help stock a local Food Bank. Doors open at 1 p.m. 782-2787. See the events page: http://www.capitolarts.com/index.html.

Events for the whole week: Cram the Corvette: bring school supplies for needy kids to the Corvette parked at the National Corvette Museum. This car will be part of the big "Cram the Bus" event. 781-7973.

Lost River cave has a Geocaching 101 event today from 2-4 p.m. Call 393-0077 for more information or visit the learn more: http://www.lostrivercave.com/Geocaching.html and http://www.lostrivercave.com/events.html#geocacheevent (scroll down).

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The Free and Cheap Stuff blog for March 20-27, 2011 - cheap and free events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area

Welcome to the Cheap and Free Stuff blog. I list selected free and cheap events, plus worthwhile events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area and sometimes in Nashville or surrounding communities. You can find even more fun events by clicking on the links at side of the blog.

March 20th - March 27th

Selected events, art exhibits, classes and more in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky

WKU has Summer Sessions 2011 signups for both high school students and college students. Check out http://www.wku.edu/summer/soky for more information.

Always double-check each event just in case. Thanks!

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March Squirrels in the Square:

Find 6 squirrels at participating shops in Fountain Square this month and win a big, big Surprise Basket filled with neat things. Just find 6 squirrels at shops downtown and turn the card in to Candlemakers on the Square. They have more entry forms too, so pick one up today.

You can check out this event at their Facebook page, or online at the Daily News site.

Art Shows and Exhibitions

An artist's reception for Darrly Halbrook and Joe Moilnaro (EKU) is today at 5-7 p.m. at the Capital Arts Center. This exhibition will be held through April 19th. 

The VSA (Very Special Arts) Exhibit is free and open to the public at the Garden Gallery at the Kentucky Library and Museum this month until March 21st. 745-2592.

Also, they have an art display of Photographs of Safe Haven at the ACCESS Gallery at 515 East 10th Avenue. Call for gallery times: 781-0872.

Kendall McMinimy is showing his art at the WKU Ivan Wilson FAC Corridor Gallery from Feb. 16-March 23rd. 745-3944.

A Modern Atomic Art exhibition will take place Feb. 18th - March 25th at The Gallery at 916. http://www.thegalleryat916.com. 843-5511.

Kim Soule's art will show at the Warren County Public Library Bob Kirby Branch through March 31st.

The Capital Arts Center and Houchen's sponsors the BG/WC Youth Exhibit through March 23rd, Monday through Friday in the Houchens and MSezzanine Calleries.

The US Bank Celebration of the Arts art show opens Feb. 27th and runs through April 2nd at the Kentucky Museum. See all kinds of great art here. http://bit.ly/hnjSRA

Sarah Dineen will show new paintings at WKU's Ivan Wilson FAC Corridor Gallery through April 6th.

A Kentucky Art from the Heart Exhibit is showing at the Main Branch library through March 31st.

GARDEN PLOTS / SPRING BREAK CAMP / WATERPARK PASSES: Signups this month are going on for BG Parks and Rec Garden Plots at Keriakes Park 393-3249, BG Parks and Rec Spring Break Camps 393-3249, and Russell Sims Water park passes, 393-3249. If you want a garden plot, register early because these run out fast.

Signups are taking place for a Fiction Workshop June 13th - July 9th for advanced undergraduate and graduate students at WKU Extended Learning and Outreach. "Release Your Creative Talents!"Contact Dr. David Bell at 745-4406 or email him at david.j.bell@wku.edu for more information.

Plays happening

The Thirty-Nine Steps is presented by Fountain Square Players starting on Thursday, March 17th and going through Sunday, March 20th at the Phoenix Theater. The play is at 8:00 p.m. all evenings except the Sunday matinee, which is at 3:00 p.m. 782-3119. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, and $8 for children under 8.

Guys and Dolls is also playing on Friday, March 18th through Sunday March 20th. Times are 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday at BG Junior High School. 746-2290.

Events and classes:

Sunday, March 20th:

The Capital Arts Center at 416 East Main Street, BG, hosts a Youth Art Reception today at 12:30 p.m. 782-2787.

A free Geocaching 101 Class "Basic GPS" will take place today at Lost River Cave from 2-4 p.m. Contact Lost River Cave at 393-0077 or Danny Bays at 784-8245 for more info. or what you need to bring with you, etc.

The Thirty-Nine Steps is presented by Fountain Square Players is at 3:00 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater today. 782-3119. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, and $8 for children under 8.

Guys and Dolls is also playing on Friday, March 18th through Sunday March 20th. Times are 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday at BG Junior High School. 746-2290. Tickets are $7 for adults, and $4 for students 4th through 8th grade. Tickets will be sold in the Atrium lobby an hour before the performance.

Monday, March 21th:

Fairview Cemetery has a Spring Clean Up from 7-4 today. Collect your decorations for holidays or ones that are old or worn by today.

A free adult computer class Introduction to Computers and the Internet (registration is required) is today at 10 a.m. at the Graham Branch library. Call 781-1441 to register.

Hobby Lobby is sponsoring a Beads, Beads, Beads class for only $10.00 from 4-5:30 p.m. today. Elastic is furnished, bring your own beads OR get them there. Violetta will help you shop for them too. Call 842-4281 to register for the class.

Another free computer class PowerPoint for Beginners, is at 6 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance Club mets from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome, but you must be 21 or over. Located at the FOP. Call 91-4040 for information.

A play, End Game, is at 8 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall. Tickets are only $5.00. Contact WKU's Dept. of Theater and Dance for more information, 745-5845.

Tuesday, March 22nd:

A free computer class, Computing for Seniors, is at 10 a.m. at the Main Branch Library. You must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

Chuck Klosterman, author of "Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs" and "Eating the Dinosaur" speaks at 7:30 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Hall as part of WKU's Cultural Enhancement Series.

A play, End Game, is at 8 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall. Tickets are only $5.00. Contact WKU's Dept. of Theater and Dance for more information, 745-5845.

Wednesday, March 23rd:

 Southern Lanes has Senior Fun Days at 1:00 pm. This is for seniors ages 50 and over, and features 3 games of bowling, free coffee and prizes. Call for more info. 843-8741.

A free computer class, Introduction to Genealogy Resources, takes place at 6 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

A J. Sturgeon/S. Tinch student recital takes place today at 7:30 p.m. at the WKU Fine Arts Center. Call 745-3751 for more information.

Thursday, March 24th:

A Remember Care Group meeting for friends or family of dementia or Alzheimer's patients is at 4:30 at the Village Manor, Christian Health Center at 1800 Westen Street. Call 796-6643 for more information.

The Main Branch library has John Carloftis speaking about gardening at 6 p.m. You must have a ticket to attend, but these are free and you can get them at the library or by emailing jaynep@warrenpl.org. Call 781-4882 for more info. 

The WKU Chess Club meets today at 6-9 at the WKU Faculty House. This event is open to the public. 918-809-6278.

Crouch Family Chiropractic is sponsoring a Health and Weight Loss Workshop at 6:30 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. 842-1955.
 

Friday, March 25th:

A Duck Duck Goose Children's Consignment event is today from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Potter Children's Home, 2350 Nashville Road. http://dkdkgoose.com/bowlinggreen/

Barnes and Noble has a storytime event today at 11:30 a.m. featuring When I Grow Up by Al Yankovic.

Teen Scene features at Vision Board event today at the Bob Kirby Branch library with Alice Gatebood Waddell at 3:30 p.m. This event is for Junior and Senior High School students. "Bring in a few pictures of yourself, and be thinking about what you'd like to accomplish in the next year..." (from Soky Calendar). 

An artist's reception for Darrly Halbrook and Joe Moilnaro (EKU) is today at 5-7 p.m. at the Capital Arts Center. This exhibition will be held through April 19th. 


A free adult play, "Maggie the Pirate" will take place today at 7 p.m. at WKU's Russell Miller Theater. Donations will be accepted. This is a dark play NOT suitable for children. 745-5845.

The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus Presents Zing Zang Zoom! at 7 p.m. at WKU's Diddle Arena.Get Tickets at 1-800-5BIGRED or online at http://www.ringling.com. This show continues through Sunday.

Redz at WKU DUC presents Friday Nite @ Redz. The Public is welcome for ony $5.00 Students pay only $3.00 Unlimited bowling, billiards and ping-pong. Pizza and soft drinks while suppies last. 4th floor WKU DUC. 745-5794.

A Choral Society concert is tonight at 7:30 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium. Tickets are only $5.00 and $3.00 for students. 745-3751.

Saturday, March 26th:
The Total Fitness Connection Run and Walk for Children is today starting at 7:30 a.m. at Basil Griffin Park. Roads into the park will close at 7:30 p.m., so get there early. 781-6714. Find out more here: http://www.runwalkky.com/. 

From the WCVK site: "3/26/11 2011 Total Fitness Connection’s Run & Walk for Children to benefit Family Enrichment Center will be March 26. There will be a Mini-Marathon, 5K Run and Fun Walk, and Pump & Run (5K) event. Race events will take place at Basil Griffin Park, Three Springs Rd., Bowling Green. A Pasta Party, EXPO, children’s auction, and silent auction will be at Total Fitness Connection, Three Springs Rd., March 25. Register at www.runwalkky.com."

 

Chaney's Dairy Barn has a free concert today by Red River Fiddlers at 6 p.m. 843-5567.

 

The 9th Annual Shamrock Shootout Basketball Tournament is today from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the WKU Preston Center. 64 teams are playing. 615-830-0501. See The Amplifier Article and the Kappa Delta Sorority Page for more information.

 

From the WCVK page: "3/26/11 Empowering Women Seminar will be at Body Works Chiropractic, 2965 N. Mill Ave., Bowling Green, March 26, 10-11:30 a.m. Topics will be De-Stressing Your Life, Healthy Cooking Fast, and The Skin You’re In. To RSVP or for more information about this free seminar call 904-2639."

 

The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus Presents Zing Zang Zoom! at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. at WKU's Diddle Arena.Get Tickets at 1-800-5BIGRED or online at http://www.ringling.com. This show continues through Sunday.

 

The Spring Fling fashion Show is today at Holy Spirit Hall at 4754 Smallhouse Road from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., presented by the Bowling Green Woman's Club to benefit Hospice. Tickets are $12.00 each. Questions, call Janet at 996-8880 or Cathy at 782-6550 or 991-0107.

 

Crouch Family Chiropractic is sponsoring a Health and Weight Loss Workshop at 11 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. 842-1955.

 

J. Price gives a Senior Vocal Recital at the WKU Fine Arts Center tonight at the WKU Fine Arts Center. This event is free to the public.  

Barnes and Noble has a storytime event today at 3:30 p.m. featuring When I Grow Up by Al Yankovic. 

Sunday, March 20th:

 

The 9th Annual Shamrock Shootout Basketball Tournament continues today from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the WKU Preston Center. 64 teams are playing. 615-830-0501. See The Amplifier Article and the Kappa Delta Sorority Page for more information.

 

The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus Presents Zing Zang Zoom! at 1 and 5 p.m. at WKU's Diddle Arena.Get Tickets at 1-800-5BIGRED or online at http://www.ringling.com. This show continues through Sunday. 

WKU Redz has Super Sunday at the WKU DUC today from 2 p.m. - 10:45 p.m. Tickets are $3.00. 745-5794. Find out more here: http://www.wku.edu/StuAffairs/SAUC/uclp/redz.htm.

Wayne Pope and Julie Pride have a baritone and piano recital "The Lies we Tell" at 3 p.m. at the WKU Fine Arts Center. This event is free and open to the public.

 

The Western Kentucky Horse Sale is today at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. 745-3976.

Thanks again to the Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Soky Happenings, the WCVK Happenings pages and WBKO's Community Events Calendar.

  
Also from the WCVK site: "Save money on transportation costs every day with GO bg transit! GO bg transit provides 5 fixed routes, two Saturday Shopping Shuttles, and numerous other shuttles to serve Bowling Green. Purchase a GO Pass and ride for $1 a trip. Students Passes are $40 per semester for unlimited rides. For more information visit www.casoky.org/transportation or call 782-3162, ext. 238.
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Join a local club - see the list at the WBKO Club pages.


You can find more events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area by clicking on the right side of this blog, or picking up a SoKy Happenings magazine. See even more events and charity happenings at the WCVK Community Happenings page.


Til Further Notice Madison Ave. General Baptist Church, 1617 Madison Ave., Bowling Green, serves a free hot breakfast the 2nd and last Saturdays of each month, 8-10 a.m. They have sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs, taters, and coffee. All are welcome. For more information call 303-0530.











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NEWEST events around Bowling Green, Kentucky February 8 - 14

Feb. 7th -  14th: events, plays, classes and more in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky.

 Always double-check each event just in case. Thanks!

Art Shows and Exhibitions
The VSA Exhibit is free and open to the public at the Kentucky Library and Museum this month until March 21st. 745-2592.

The Second Annual Public Art Hanging is through Feb. 12th at The Gallery at 916. Each vote costs $1.00. 843-5511.


Capital Arts has a Scholastic Arts Exhibition 02/04 to 02/27.

The Presbyterian Church reception for artists from the Sunny 16 Camera club will be Friday, Feb. 11th from 5-7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Call 843-4707 for more info.

Monday, Feb. 7th

Free Computer class: Intermediate Computers and the Internet at the Main library, 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Coupon Clipping class 6-8 p.m. at Moss Middle School. $8.00 per person or $10. for 2 people. Frugal Friends/April Henion and Melinda Priddy. Call 842-4281 for more info.

Tuesday, Feb. 8th

Free Computer class: Ms Excel Intermediate is held from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Main library today. You must pre-register by calling 781-4882.

Black History Month activities are available at the BG Parks and Rec. Parker Bennett Community Center. Call 393-3249 for more info.

The Red Cross has an Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens class at 5-10 p.m. at 430 Center Street. Register online at sckyredcross.org. Call 781-7377 for more info.

Community Education has a camera class:  How to Use your Digital Camera, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at Bwling Green High School. 3 sessions. Cost is $15.00. Pre-register info. call 842-4281.

Another Community Ed. class today is Beginning Guitar from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.. Cost is $40.00. You must pre-register. 4 sessions. Call 842-4281 for pre-register info.

Wednesday, Feb. 9th
A free computer class,  Introduction to Genealogy Resources, is being held today fro 9-11 a.m. at the Main Branch Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another class, Explore Gadgets is being held today at 6-7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend this one too. Call 781-4882. 

St. James United Methodist Church at 575 Winfield Drive is offering Community Education classes at 6:30 p.m. Call for more information at 842-4949. Here is information from their website: "Wednesday Night Discipleship will start Cycle #3 on January 12.  Class offerings for this third cycle include:  "Women in the Bible" led by Marilyn Roberson, "Money Matters" led by John Yonts, "Introduction to Crochet" led by Sharon McElroy & Clarissa Moore, and also classes for youth and kids."

Thursday, Feb. 10th

The Red Cross has an Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens class at 5-10 p.m. at 430 Center Street. Register online at sckyredcross.org. Call 781-7377 for more info.

Carlton Jackson will talk about his book about Andrew Jackson today at the Warren County Library's Main branch library at 6 p.m. Call 781-4882 for more info.

Public Theater of Kentucky is showing Romeo and Juliet today at 7 p.m.  at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Tickets are adults $13.00 and seniors and students $10.00. http://www.ptkbg.org.

Barnes and Noble is sponsoring an author discussion by Dr. Antonio S. Thompson, who wrote German Jackboots on Kentucky Bluegrass at 7 p.m. Call 746-9779 for more info.

Friday, Feb. 11th

Junior Achievement is having a Business Hall of Fame breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at Sloan Convention Center for Jerry E. Baker and Joe B. Natcher, Jr. today. Tickets are $10.00 from Junior Achievement at 782-0280.

Riverview at Hobson Grove has a Victorian Valentine Luncheon today at 12:00 p.m. Reservations are requested. Call 843-5565. From the WCVK page: "2/11/11 Riverview at Hobson Grove, 1100 West Main Ave., Bowling Green, will host a Valentine’s Day Luncheon, Feb. 11, 12 noon. Karen Anderson will speak about the history and traditions of Valentine’s Day. Reservations are required. For more information call 843-5565."

The Bowling Green Parks and Rec are sponsoring a Valentine Cookie Craft today from 3-6 p.m. at the Parker-Bennett Community Center. Call 393-3249. Free for all ages.

The Presbyterian Church has a  reception for artists from the Sunny 16 Camera club from 5-7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Call 843-4707 for more info.

Public Theater of Kentucky is showing Romeo and Juliet today at 8 p.m.  at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Tickets are adults $13.00 and seniors and students $10.00. http://www.ptkbg.org.

Orchestra Kentucky performs "Endless Love" at 8 p.m. at WKU Van Meter Hall. Call 846-2426 or more info. http://www.orchestrakentucky.com/. Tickets are $26. - $36.00.

Saturday, Feb. 12th

Orchestra Kentucky performs "Endless Love" at 8 p.m. at WKU Van Meter Hall. Call 846-2426 or more info. http://www.orchestrakentucky.com/. Tickets are $26. - $36.00. 

Public Theater of Kentucky is showing Romeo and Juliet today at 8 p.m.  at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Tickets are adults $13.00 and seniors and students $10.00. http://www.ptkbg.org.

Chaney's Dairy Barn has Moosic from Dan Modlin and Guests at 6-8 tonight. Call for more info. at 843-5567.

Sunday, Feb. 13th
A free WKU Faculty Trombone recital is today at 3 p.m. at the WKU Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. L. Blackman will be the featured musician.

 Public Theater of Kentucky is showing Romeo and Juliet today at 3 p.m.  at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Tickets are adults $13.00 and seniors and students $10.00. http://www.ptkbg.org.

From the WCVK page: "2/13/11 The Katina’s will be in concert at Bowling Green First Assembly, 1423 Scottsville Rd., Bowling Green, Feb. 13, 6 p.m. No admission fee--a love offering will be taken. For more information call 842-0223."

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Also from the WCVK site: "Save money on transportation costs every day with GO bg transit! GO bg transit provides 5 fixed routes, two Saturday Shopping Shuttles, and numerous other shuttles to serve Bowling Green. Purchase a GO Pass and ride for $1 a trip. Students Passes are $40 per semester for unlimited rides. For more information visit www.casoky.org/transportation or call 782-3162, ext. 238.
Images are from the free Clker site and also the Microsoft Images pages.

Join a local club - see the list at the WBKO Club pages.

You can find more events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area by clicking on the right side of this blog, or picking up a SoKy Happenings magazine. See even more events and charity happenings at the WCVK Community Happenings page.

Til Further Notice Madison Ave. General Baptist Church, 1617 Madison Ave., Bowling Green, serves a free hot breakfast the 2nd and last Saturdays of each month, 8-10 a.m. They have sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs, taters, and coffee. All are welcome. For more information call 303-0530.

Much thanks go to the Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Soky Happenings, the WCVK Happenings pages and WBKO's Community Events Calendar.






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Bowling Green events for the September, 2010 Version F

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This is the September events blog posting F

Here are some fun events in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky
for the first part of September.

Note: these events are not all free. 

Please be sure to check every event before attending, just in case. 

Some events require pre-registration.

From Chaney's Dairy Barn's Facebook page: "Chaney's Corn Maze now open. $6/person. Open during regular business hours. Please bring your own flashlight for evening trips thru the maze - everyone must be out of the maze by 9pm. When you pay inside the Dairy Barn you'll receive a Corn Maze game card to take with you thru the maze - complete & return it to the Dairy Barn for a free scoop of ice cream in a cup or plain cone! We hope you'll come try out our maze!" Their website: http://www.ChaneysDairyBarn.com. 843-5567.

The Photo contest for the Historic Railpark is this month, from now until October 30th. Cash prizes will be awarded. $15 entry fee will be required. Find out more at 745-7317 or go to the website at http://www.historicrailpark.com/.

 

Monday, September 13th
A free adult computer class for adults, Introduction to Computers and the Internet is held today at 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-4882 to pre-register.

BG Main library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 6 p.m. Call 781-4882 for more info.
Thoroughbred Toastmasters,  "a communications and leadership club",  are meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Greenview Regional Hospital community room. Call Richard Markham at 781-6511 for more information.


Another free computer class for adults, Facebook Intermediate, is held at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register at 781-4882.


Summer Stroll in Briarwood with BG's city officials. Everyone will meet at 657 Bramblebush Drive at 7 p.m. Call 393-3674 for more information.


Multimedia Orchestra VIP Series is tonight at 7:30. "The Planets" by Gustav Holst. Van Meter Hall. Tickets are required. http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.


Tuesday, September 14th  
Tai Chi is offered at the Greenwood Mall Health and Wellness Center at 8-9 today. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Limber for Life exercise class is also today at the same location from 9-10. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Also at the Health and Wellness center today is the Diabetes Support group, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
A free adult computer class is today at the BG Main library, 10-11 a.m. Computing for Seniors. Call to pre-register at 781-4882.

Graham Branch Community library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 3:30 p.m. Call 781-1441 for more info.
The Nashville Songwriter's Association meets at 6 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Bring your CD or MP3 of your music.  Call Tracy Harder for more info. at 996-8555.


Bowling Green Main Library offers "PJ Tales" at 6 p.m. for "families of all ages." Call 781-4882 for more info.


Michael Morgan will give a lecture on "Scottish Heritage and the Presbyterian Church" at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church. All are welcome. 1003 State Street. 781-4707.
 

 Wednesday, September 15th 
The AARP Driver Safety Program is today at 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at the Medical Center Health and Wellness Center. You must pre-register. Call 745-0942.


The BG Neighborhood Sewing group is making bed caddies today from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at 3132 Nashville Road. All skill levels are welcome. Some materials and a sewing machine are needed, call Maureen at the Warren Co. Extension Office for this information.
A free adult computer class, Email Basics, is today from 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Students of all ages are invited to the After-School Special at the Graham Drive Community Branch library at 3:30. Call 781-1441.

Thursday, September 16

From the WBKO Community Events page: "My Life is an Open Book - The Oak Ridge Boy's Joe Bonsall, Sep 16, 2010 6 pm. Must pre-register to get your free tickets. Call 781-4882.
Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Library). http://www.warrenpl.org.
Z06 Fest is being held at the Corvette Museum today. 


This is the first day of the Walking Horse Show. It continues through the 18th at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter/
From the WBKO Community Events page: "Dr. Lillian H. South, Sep 16, 2010 10:30 am Riverview at Hobson Grove, 1100 W. Main in BG Hobson Grove Park. Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present the program "Dr. Lillian South" on Thursday, September 16th at 10:30 am. Call Riverview at 270-843-5565 for more info. $10 each. Reservations are required."
Friday, September 17th

From the WBKO Community Events page: "Warren Co. Community Needs Assessment Sept. 17, 2010. 9 am. Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101.
Community Action of Southern Kentucky, Inc. invites the public to learn more about the Agency’s services for low-income individuals on September 17, 9:00 am at the Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101. This event will provide an opportunity for local Warren County citizens to suggest services they would like to see offered for low-income families and individuals. For more information, please contact Randy Upchurch, County Coordinator in Warren County at 270-782-4437."
The Bowling Green AARP meeting is today at 11:30 - 1:30 at First Christian Church in BG. The Fall Flower sale and a talk by Lena Mulcahy about Entourage Management are on the agenda. Call 842-2832 for more info.
The Parade of Homes is today. Tickets are $10.00 each. Call 781-3375 or see http://www.bascky.com for the tour list.
The Walking Horse Show is today at 6 p.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Call 745-3976 for more info.
Chaney's Dairy Barn Ice Cream and a Moo-vie is at dusk tonight at Chaney's. The movie, Madagascar 2, is free. 843-5567. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.

Also today is the Natcher Fall Festival, 1434 Cave Mill Road, from 5-8. Support the kids - proceeds will benefit instructional accounts at the school. Whitt's Barbeque will be there as well as games, a silent auction, treats, pony rides, and more.

Saturday, September 18th

Today is the TrashMasters Classic, held at Barren River Lake State Park. This is a fun event that cleans up the lake. There are prizes and lunch for those who help. Find out more by calling 270-646-2055. I have been at this event and really liked it. Also, if you have a boat or pontoon boat let them know in advance so you can help even more.
The Alzheimer's Memory Walk is today. Registration is at 9 a.m. at Preston Miller Park. See http://www.alz.org or call 84207540. 

You can see the Big Brown Truck Pull today at 10 a.m. It is free to spectators and is a fundraiser for Special Olympics. It is at Circus Square park at 10 a.m. Call 393-3249 to sponsor a team.
More information from the WCVK site:  "Now-9/18 Teams are needed to compete in The Big Brown Truck Pull, a fundraiser for the Special Olympics Athletes of Bowling Green/Warren County. Teams of 15 will pull a UPS 18-wheeler a distance of 12 feet. The team with the fastest time will be the official champs. Competition will be at Circus Square, Bowling Green, Sept. 18. Sponsor a 15 member team or a team member. For more information call 393-3249."

 Also coming up on the 18th is the BG Cumberland Presbyterian Church's Kuntry Store. From the WCVK site: "9/18/10 Bowling Green Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 807 Campbell Lane, will have their Kuntry Store, Sept. 18, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served. There will also be a silent auction and bake sale. For more information call 781-3295."
Symphony Day! A free concert happens today at Jackson's Orchard featuring the Symphony at WKU plus local High School orchestras and students in the pre-college program. 10 a.m. -12 noon. Check out http://www.bgwso.com or or call 745-7681 for more information.
Potter Children's Home has their Fall Festival today from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 843-3038.
Artworks has their 3rd annual Art Fair at Lost River Cave today from 10 a.m - 5 p.m. http://www.artworksinc.org. http://artworksinc.org/2010LRAF.html. Look for all kinds of art being sold there. Call Bill Van Tassel for more information at 270-999-5318 or email evolutionglass@yahoo.com.

A Walking Horse Show is at 6 p.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center today. 745-3976.

Chaney's Dairy Barn is having an Ice Cream and a Moo-vie event tonight at dusk. They are showing "Madagascar 2". http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com. 843-5567.

Sunday, September 19th

Today is the Southern Kentucky Team Penning at 10:30 a.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Call 745-3976 to find out more.

The PTK Goes California fundraising event is today at 5 p.m. This is a fine art auction event at the home of Rick and Barbara Ball. Tickets are required. Call 781-6233.
From the WBKO article: "The fundraiser will feature a California theme, complete with a California wine tasting overseen by wine expert Blake Layne of Chuck Evans Liquors, cocktails, a California-inspired buffet, West Coast tunes and a viewing of Peridot Pictures historic film “Beauty of the Southland” and clips of PTK’s past productions."

Save the Date for later in September:
From WCVK Radio's Community Happenings page: "9/24/10 Christian Care Communities Senior Flu Clinic will be held at Christ United Methodist Church, 716 Cave Mill Rd., Bowling Green, Sept. 24, 9-11 a.m. Paperwork will be filed for Medicare Part B recipients. Cost for all others is $25. For more information call 842-4343."

"9/25/10 All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast benefiting South Warren Girls’ Soccer Team will be Sept. 25, 7-11 a.m. Tickets are $4 for pancakes, bacon & sausage, oj, and coffee. For more information call 320-6119."

"9/25/10 St. John United Methodist Church, 2160 Griffith Ave., Owensboro, will have their Craft Fair Sept. 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be vendor booths, food, and silent auction. Booth rental space is available. For more information call 683-6326."
 

The International Festival is going to be held on September 25th, 9-7 at Circus Square Park, 601 State Street.  The theme this year is A World of Traditions. From the website: "Information booth opens 7:30 a.m., Opening/Awards Ceremony 9:30 a.m., Vending begins 9 a.m. Performances begin 9:30 a.m., Festival closes 7 p.m." You can go to the website for a $1.00 off coupon to print out.

Also opening September 25th is the Skeleton's Lair Haunted Woods and Hayride, 270-622-8171.

More events for September are coming soon.

More Save the Dates:
 The Twilight Thunder Cruise is Saturday, October 2nd. From The District event page: "On Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 6:30pm-9:00pm, the South Central Kentucky Kids on the Block will be hosting their annual Twilight Thunder Cruise. The event will start with a motor cycle parade from Harley Davidson to Circus Square Park. For more information call 270-842-2259." 
The Bowling Green Gallery Hop is back on October 15th from 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 3rd.
John Carter Cash will be in Bowling Green on October 21st as part of the library's My Life is an Open Book series. Free tickets to this are available at the Main library and also at the Kirby branch. Call 270-781-4881 or go to the library site at http://www.warrenpl.org or the My Kentucky Events page to find out more.

The Lost River Cave Civil War: Living History Days is back October 22-24, 2010 at Lost River Cave. This is a free event. Make sure to bring earplugs if you go when they will be firing a cannon. Just saying. They have many great photo opportunities there. Here is a photo from a Civil War Dresses booth I saw there. Civil War Dresses for Sale.

Important:  always check each event before  going to it in case of a typo or  a  correction is needed. I type  these up really fast, but try to get it all right each time. Thanks for your help!

A big thanks to these great sites:
The  WBKO BG Community Events Page at http://www.wbko.com/community
The SOKY Happenings magazine and website
The Historic Railpark http://www.historicrailpark.com/
The WCVK  Community Happenings Page
The Bowling Green Convention and Visitors Bureau
Bowling Green Events 
The My Kentucky Events site
The District Events Page
The Downtown Redevelopment page 
The clip art at the top and bottom of this  blog  posting is from Microsoft at http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/.
City Events 
Sign up for the What's Happening This Week email - it's full of events from the Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

My sites:
The Nontrad site and blog for students going back to school after a break.
The Moon and the Willow Tree blog
Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Get an inexpensive web page or blog, lessons on software and how to use your computer, ESL (English as a Second Language) English and writing lessons, artist cards, graphic design, logo and form design, and more.
Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Get an inexpensive web page or blog, lessons on software and how to use your computer, ESL (English as a Second Language) English and writing lessons, artist cards, graphic design, logo and form design, and more.
Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky

From the WCVK site: "Save money on transportation costs every day with GO bg transit! GO bg transit provides 5 fixed routes, two Saturday Shopping Shuttles, and numerous other shuttles to serve Bowling Green. Purchase a GO Pass and ride for $1 a trip. Students Passes are $40 per semester for unlimited rides. For more information visit www.casoky.org/transportation or call 782-3162, ext. 238."

Bowling Green events for the first part of September, 2010 Version C

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This is the September events blog posting C

Here are some fun events in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky
for the first part of September.

Note: these events are not all free. 

Please be sure to check every event before attending, just in case. 

Some events require pre-registration.

From Chaney's Dairy Barn's Facebook page: "Chaney's Corn Maze now open. $6/person. Open during regular business hours. Please bring your own flashlight for evening trips thru the maze - everyone must be out of the maze by 9pm. When you pay inside the Dairy Barn you'll receive a Corn Maze game card to take with you thru the maze - complete & return it to the Dairy Barn for a free scoop of ice cream in a cup or plain cone! We hope you'll come try out our maze!" Their website: http://www.ChaneysDairyBarn.com. 843-5567.

From the WBKO Community Events page: The WWII Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey is coming to BG and will be here Sept. 7-12. Tours and flights of a restored B-17 Flying Fortress will be available, $425. for the waist section and $600. for the nose section. "A portion of the flight is cost is tax-deductible." From the WBKO Community Events page. For more info. call 602-448-9415. Tours are $5.00 for children 13 to adult, $3.00 for 5-12, free for children under 5. "Display dates and times at Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport, September 7 – 12 noon arrival and on display till 6:00 PM, September 8 - September 12 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, September 13 morning departure." Put on by the Arizona Wing CAF. http://www.azcaf.org.

The Photo contest for the Historic Railpark is this month, from now until October 30th. Cash prizes will be awarded. $15 entry fee will be required. Find out more at 745-7317 or go to the website at http://www.historicrailpark.com/.
 

Tuesday, September 7th

 The Bowling Green Main Library has a free adult computer class today, MS Excel Basics. Call to pre-register. 781-4882. 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. BG Main library. Must pre-register.

Graham Drive Community Branch Library will have a Write Sketch Watch class for teens at 3:30 p.m. "Write poems with help from magazines." from the Soky Happenings. Call 781-1441.

Bowling Green Main Library also has the Spanish Explorers club meeting today at 4:30 p.m. For elementary age children. 781-4882.

Wednesday, September 8th
Today is Rosh Hashanah, beginning at sundown and ending on September 10th at sundown.

Chaney's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. today. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.
 

Warren County Public Library at Graham Drive is having an After School special today at 3:30 p.m. For students of all ages. 781-1441.

Thursday, September 9th
Today is part of Rosh Hashanah, which began at sundown yesterday and ends tomorrow at sundown.

Today is the 31W Treasure Hunt Yard sale, starting at 7 a.m. This yard sale continues every day until the 12th of September.

Balloons, Tunes and BBQ is today through September 12th at the BG-Warren County Regional Airport. http://www.BalloonsTunesBBQ.com. Call 270.745.7532 to volunteer or find out more about the event. Be looking for balloons in the sky this weekend. Tonight is Kid's Night and starts at 5 p.m. Free admission, no parking fee. Bring a lawn chair for the stage show.

The Literary Cafe takes place at the Graham Drive Community Branch library today at 5 p.m. Call 781-1441 for more information.

The BG League of Bicyclists have another Easy Rider ride today at 6 p.m. at Kereiakes Park. This will be a mostly flat 1-2 hour ride. Helmets are required. Easygoing pace, suitable for all riders. Cal 784-2836 for more information. http://www.bglob.com/

From the WBKO Community Events page: Roll for A Cure, Sep 9, 2010 6-8 p.m., The Skate Box on Three Springs Road. Admission is $4 a person and $1 to skate. We are having a Silent Auction and so many things will be up for grabs. Robin 782-1635

A free adult computer class will be held at 6-7 p.m. tonight at the BG Main library. Beginning Your Resume. You must pre-register for this class.

Fountain Square Players is presenting A Shot in the Yard tonight at 8 p.m. at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Call 782-3119 or 781-6233 for more information. This is a murder mystery play.

Friday, September 10th

Today is the last day of Rosh Hashanah, which ends today at sundown.

Today is the 31W Treasure Hunt Yard sale, starting at 7 a.m. This yard sale continues every day until the 12th of September.

The Festival of Sand is today. It is held at the HH Gregg Parking Lot next to Greenwood Mall. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Judging is at 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to view the sand sculptures at 5 p.m. Food will be available plus kids' activities then. 842-2259. This event benefits Kids on the block.

From the WBKO Community Events page: "FREE Carseat Check Sep 10, 2010 1:30pm-4:30pm
Broadway United Methodist Church, 1323 Melrose St., Bowling Green, KY
Certified technicians will inspect car seats for correct installation, check for recalls and educate the parents on proper usage of their seat. >90% of carseats are installed incorrectly. Make sure your child is safe. Sponsored by Lil Angels Attic and South Central Ky AHEC. Deanna Hanson
745-3547 "

From WBKO's Community Events: "Free Employment Seminar, Sep. 10, 2010 8am-4:30pm  - (requires pre-registration)
Sloan Convention Center. Community Action is hosting a one day seminar that will give you the skills to help you get on the fast track to success! Learn how to: * Shape your image * Build a job hunting network * Write resumes and cover letters * Set career goal * “Safeguard” and “promote” your career * Be a better listener * Dress to get hired * Get your foot in the door * and MORE!!!!! Register today at http://www.casoky.org" Charity Parrish 270-782-3162

Balloons, Tunes and BBQ is today through September 12th at the BG-Warren County Regional Airport. http://www.BalloonsTunesBBQ.com. Call 270.745.7532 to volunteer or find out more about the event. Be looking for balloons in the sky this weekend. Free admission, no parking fee. Bring a lawn chair for the stage show. Tonight is the Bowling Green Idol contest! Schedule is live music, 5 p.m., BG Idol at 6 p.m.

Teen Scene is 3:30 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. 782-0252.

Today is also the 46th annual Charity Antique Show and Sale 5 - 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall. You buy a ticket to get in. 24 dealers, and a porcelain repairman will be there. Call Virginia for more info. at 842-5991.

The Special Olympics 2010 State Softball Tournament is at Mike Buchanon Park today, and also the 11th and 12th.  7 p.m.

Spencer's Coffeehouse at 915 College Street near Fountain Square Park is featuring Stephen Gordon, Jordan Perciful, Stephen Page and Brandon Ralph today at 7:30 p.m. $5.00 admission.  http://www.Foodcoffeelife.com.

WKU is having a Symphony concert called "Broadway Today" at Van Meter, WKU tonight at 8 p.m. 745-7681. http://www.bgwso.org. Tickets are $22.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. You can buy them online here: http://bgwso.org/tickets.htm

Fountain Square Players is presenting A Shot in the Yard tonight at 8 p.m. at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Call 782-3119 or 781-6233 for more information. This is a murder mystery play.

NEW: This weekend (10-12) is the Holly LS Fest at Beech Bend Raceway. Go to http://www.holley.com/lsfest/ for ticket prices and more information. 

Also Sept. 10 and 11: (From WBKO Community Events) "Yard & Bake Sale Sep 10, 2010 - Sep 11, 2010 Friday September 10, 7 to 1 and Saturday September 11, 7 to 12
Christ the King Catholic Church, 298 Bluegrass Drive, Colonial Manor Subdivision, Scottsville, Kentucky. Pat Pfeiffer (270)622-8030"

 

Saturday, September 11th

Today is the 31W Treasure Hunt Yard sale, starting at 7 a.m. This yard sale continues every day until tomorrow.

Today is the Beech Bend Superstar Final at 2:30 p.m. 781-7634, http://www.beechbend.com. 

The 2010 Warren County Start! Heart Walk is today at The Medical Center at Bowling Green front lawn. From the WBKO Community Events page: "fun-filled... non competitive." Registration is at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Call for info. Michelle 846-5061.

Bristow the Bear Hustle 5K Run and 5K Walk is also today at Ephram White Park. Registration is at 6:30 - 7:45 a.m. and the race starts at 8:00 a.m. Call 202-2324 (DaRhonda) for more info.

Walk MS is also today at Preston Miller Park. Registration is at 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m. 502-451-0014 or go to http://www.walkmsky.org to register. Lunch will be provided by Longhorn Steak House.

The Special Olympics 2010 State Softball Tournament is at Mike Buchanon Park today, and also the 12th.  9 a.m.

Also today is the Soap Box Derby Rally Race at 9 a.m. at Phil Moore Park. 791-3753. Check in is at 7 a.m. and races are at 9 a.m. 791-3753. There is a $15.00 entry fee.

A Downtown Street Fair for Second Saturday is at 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Fountain Square Park in Bowling Green. There will be horse and carriage riders, inflatables, sidewalk sales, kids games, more. 843-6103.

The 46th annual Charity Antique Show and Sale continues at 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall. You buy a ticket to get in. 24 dealers, and a porcelain repairman will be there. Call Virginia for more info. at 842-5991.

From the WBKO Community Events Page "Dress to the Nines on a Dime" benefiting HOTEL INC, Sep 11, 2010 2:00-4:00 pm
Crossland Community Church, 600 31W Bypass, Bowling Green
Crossland Community Church presents “Dress to the Nines on a Dime”, a fashion show benefitting HOTEL INC’s food bank, Manna Mart...Saturday, September 11th from 2:00-4:00 at Crossland Church located at 600 31W By-pass in Bowling Green. Models, including local celebrities, will walk the runway in affordable fashions priced under $50. Tickets can be purchased at the door or through pre-sales by stopping by Crossland Church, Barbara Stewart Interiors in downtown Bowling Green and HOTEL INC on Boatlanding Road. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. Canned goods will also be collected from any attendees wishing to help stock HOTEL INC’s food pantry." 

The Puppy Paddle is today at Preston Miller Park, BG. $10 per dog. 393-3271 or 393-3249.

Balloons, Tunes and BBQ is today through September 12th at the BG-Warren County Regional Airport. http://www.BalloonsTunesBBQ.com. Call 270.745.7532 to volunteer or find out more about the event. Be looking for balloons in the sky this weekend. Free admission, no parking fee. The event opens at 12 noon. Bring a lawn chair for the stage show. Schedule is the hot air balloons "Hare and Hounds" race at 5 p.m., live music from Rhett Atkins and Nick Hoffman at 5:30 p.m.

Fountain Square Players is presenting A Shot in the Yard tonight at 8 p.m. at the Public Theater of Kentucky. Call 782-3119 or 781-6233 for more information. This is a murder mystery play.

The Mighty Marmons arrive today. They are a vintage automobile club. You should see them and their special cars around town until the 16th of the month.

Sunday, September 12th

Today is the last day of the 31W Treasure Hunt Yard sale, starting at 7 a.m. 

Balloons, Tunes and BBQ continues today at the BG-Warren County Regional Airport. http://www.BalloonsTunesBBQ.com. Call 270.745.7532 to volunteer or find out more about the event. Be looking for balloons in the sky this weekend. Free admission, no parking fee. 8 a.m. The Final Fly-in is today.

The West Ky Horse Sale is today at the WKU Ag Expo Center at 10 a.m. Call 745-3976 for more information. http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter.

Also today is the Soap Box Derby Rally Race at 9 a.m. at Phil Moore Park. 791-3753. Check in is at 7 a.m. and races are at 9 a.m. 791-3753. There is a $15.00 entry fee.

The Liturgical Arts Festival is held today at the Presbyterian Church downtown at 3 p.m. 1003 State Street, all are welcome.843-4707. "Celebrating our Scottish Heritage." Concert and music will be in the Scottish tradition. Tickets are $15.00. Dinner is at 6:00, and the concert follows.

Rainhill Equine Visitor's Tours are today from 1-4 p.m. 11125 Ky. Highway, 777-3164, http://www.RainHillRescue.com.

Chaney's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is open 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. today. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.

The 46th annual Charity Antique Show and Sale continues at 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall. You buy a ticket to get in. 24 dealers, and a porcelain repairman will be there. Call Virginia for more info. at 842-5991. 

The Landmark Association Picnic is today from 4-6 p.m. Cost is $5.00 per person. Guests will bring a vegetable or a salad. A program will be offered plus a tour of the Garvin House behind Fort Webb. Call 782-0037 for more info.

Monday, September 13th
A free adult computer class for adults, Introduction to Computers and the Internet is held today at 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-4882 to pre-register.

BG Main library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 6 p.m. Call 781-4882 for more info.

Thoroughbred Toastmasters,  "a communications and leadership club",  are meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Greenview Regional Hospital community room. Call Richard Markham at 781-6511 for more information.


Another free computer class for adults, Facebook Intermediate, is held at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register at 781-4882.


Summer Stroll in Briarwood with BG's city officials. Everyone will meet at 657 Bramblebush Drive at 7 p.m. Call 393-3674 for more information.


Multimedia Orchestra VIP Series is tonight at 7:30. "The Planets" by Gustav Holst. Van Meter Hall. Tickets are required. http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.


Tuesday, September 14th  
Tai Chi is offered at the Greenwood Mall Health and Wellness Center at 8-9 today. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.

Limber for Life exercise class is also today at the same location from 9-10. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.

Also at the Health and Wellness center today is the Diabetes Support group, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.

A free adult computer class is today at the BG Main library, 10-11 a.m. Computing for Seniors. Call to pre-register at 781-4882.

Graham Branch Community library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 3:30 p.m. Call 781-1441 for more info.

The Nashville Songwriter's Association meets at 6 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Bring your CD or MP3 of your music.  Call Tracy Harder for more info. at 996-8555.


Bowling Green Main Library offers "PJ Tales" at 6 p.m. for "families of all ages." Call 781-4882 for more info.


Michael Morgan will give a lecture on "Scottish Heritage and the Presbyterian Church" at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church. All are welcome. 1003 State Street. 781-4707.
 

 Wednesday, September 15th 
The AARP Driver Safety Program is today at 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at the Medical Center Health and Wellness Center. You must pre-register. Call 745-0942.


The BG Neighborhood Sewing group is making bed caddies today from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at 3132 Nashville Road. All skill levels are welcome. Some materials and a sewing machine are needed, call Maureen at the Warren Co. Extension Office for this information.

A free adult computer class, Email Basics, is today from 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Students of all ages are invited to the After-School Special at the Graham Drive Community Branch library at 3:30. Call 781-1441.

Thursday, September 16

From the WBKO Community Events page: "My Life is an Open Book - The Oak Ridge Boy's Joe Bonsall, Sep 16, 2010 6 pm. Must pre-register to get your free tickets. Call 781-4882.
Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Library).
My Life is an Open Book speaker series at Warren County Public Library continues with The Oak Ridge Boy's Joe Bonsall. Join us at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, September 16, at Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Library)." http://www.warrenpl.org.

Z06 Fest is being held at the Corvette Museum today. 


This is the first day of the Walking Horse Show. It continues through the 18th at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter/

From the WBKO Community Events page: "Dr. Lillian H. South, Sep 16, 2010 10:30 am Riverview at Hobson Grove, 1100 W. Main in BG Hobson Grove Park. Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present the program "Dr. Lillian South" on Thursday, September 16th at 10:30 am. Call Riverview at 270-843-5565 for more info. $10 each. Reservations are required."

Friday, September 17th

From the WBKO Community Events page: "Warren Co. Community Needs Assessment Sep 17, 2010. 9 am. Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101.
Community Action of Southern Kentucky, Inc. invites the public to learn more about the Agency’s services for low-income individuals on September 17, 9:00 am at the Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101. This event will provide an opportunity for local Warren County citizens to suggest services they would like to see offered for low-income families and individuals. For more information, please contact Randy Upchurch, County Coordinator in Warren County at 270-782-4437."

Save the Date for later in September:

The Big Brown Truck Pull will be held on Sept. 18th. Fro the WCVK site:  "Now-9/18 Teams are needed to compete in The Big Brown Truck Pull, a fundraiser for the Special Olympics Athletes of Bowling Green/Warren County. Teams of 15 will pull a UPS 18-wheeler a distance of 12 feet. The team with the fastest time will be the official champs. Competition will be at Circus Square, Bowling Green, Sept. 18. Sponsor a 15 member team or a team member. For more information call 393-3249."

Also coming up on the 18th is the BG Cumberland Presbyterian Church's Kuntry Store. From the WCVK site: "9/18/10 Bowling Green Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 807 Campbell Lane, will have their Kuntry Store, Sept. 18, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served. There will also be a silent auction and bake sale. For more information call 781-3295."

AND also on the 18th is the Artworks show, Lost River Fine Arts Fair at Lost River Cave from 10-5.  http://artworksinc.org/2010LRAF.html. Look for all kinds of art being sold there. Call Bill Van Tassel for more information at 270-999-5318 or email evolutionglass@yahoo.com.

The International Festival is going to be held on September 25th, 9-7 at Circus Square Park, 601 State Street.  The theme this year is A World of Traditions. From the website:"Information booth opens 7:30 a.m., Opening/Awards Ceremony 9:30 a.m., Vending begins 9 a.m. Performances begin 9:30 a.m., Festival closes 7 p.m." You can go to the website for a $1.00 off coupon to print out.

Also opening September 25th is the Skeleton's Lair Haunted Woods and Hayride, 270-622-8171.

 More events for September are coming soon.

Save the Date for October:

The Lost River Cave Civil War: Living History Days at October 22-24, 2010. This is a free event.

Important:  always check each event before  going to it in case of a typo or  a  correction is needed. I type  these up really fast, but try to get it all right each time. Thanks for your help!

A big thanks to these great sites:

The  WBKO BG Community Events Page at http://www.wbko.com/community
The SOKY Happenings magazine and website
The Historic Railpark http://www.historicrailpark.com/
The WCVK  Community Happenings Page
The Bowling Green Convention and Visitors Bureau
Bowling Green Events 
The Downtown Redevelopment page 
The clip art at the top and bottom of this  blog  posting is from Microsoft at http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/.

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The Moon and the Willow Tree blog
Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky

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