Events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area for June 12-26, 2011

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Sunday, June 12
Today you can tour the Rainhill Equine Center from 1-4 p.m. Rainhill is on 11125 Kentucky Highway 185, Bowling Green.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show today, “Venus, our Sister Planet” at 2 p.m. Seating is first-come, first served.

Monday, June 13
Today Chaney’s Dairy Barn has tours of the farm at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for $6.00 per person. You need to call ahead for an appointment to go on the tour. 843-5567. They also have tours on Fridays.

Warren County Public Library has a kick-off concert for the Summer Reading Program today by the Wulfe Brothers at 2 p.m. at the Parker-Bennet-Curry Elementary School gym. Sign up there or any library branch. Read books – win prizes.

Barnes and Noble is also having a Reading Program this summer for grades 1-6. Their kickoff is at 11:30 a.m.

A free computer class, Coupons, is held from 6-7 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Kentucky Blues Society Teen Jam is at the WhaBah Steakhouse from 6-9 today. 782-6400.

Tuesday, June 14
Today is Flag Day.

A free computer class, Microsoft Excel Basics, is at 9-10:30 a.m. today at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

A new club, the Home Brew Club, meets for the first time today at 6 p.m. at Bowling Green Pipe and Cigar shop on the square. Everyone is welcome. Email Matt at hommj@topper.wku.edu with questions.

A Coupon class is at 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at the Baymont Inn on Three Springs Road, Bowling Green. Tickets are $10.00 each. More info: 270-681-0306

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show today, “Venus, our Sister Planet” at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come, first served.

Wednesday, June 15
There is a full moon tonight.

Downtown Bowling Green has another Concert in the Park today, featuring The Crime Stoppers. The Concert is in Bowling Green’s Historic Fountain Square Park. 782-0222.

A Major Gifts and Fundraising Workshop is today from 12 – 1:30 p.m. at the ALIVE Center. You must pre-register to attend. 782-0082.

Is your child a Judy Moody fan? The Bowling Green Main Branch library has a Party at 2:00 for you. Pre-registration is required. Call Stephanie W. at 781-4882, extension 212.

Graham Troopers meet today at the Graham Drive branch library at 3 p.m. They will make Claw Tooth necklaces.

A free MacBook Computer Class is today: Genealogy, from 3-4 p.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Thursday, June 16
Beech Bend Raceway sponsors the NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion today starting at 9 a.m. and going through the 18th. 781-7634. For more information, visit the site at http://www.museum.nhra.com.

The Bowling Green Main Branch library has a High Five Kids Cub for K-5 at 4 p.m. They learn about China today. 781-4882.

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

A free computer class, Beginning Your Resume, is at 6-7 p.m. at the Main Branch Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Winners by Choice! A program put on by Bowling Green Networking Women will feature Robin Shea speaking on the 3 Steps to Re:Wiring your Super Highway at Holy Spirit Parish Hall at 4754 Smallhouse Road. Vendor Booths, Dinner. $10 per ticket. http://www.bgnetworkingwomen.com.

The Skatebox is having a free skate night if you have your own skates. It is only $1.00 if you want to rent skates. 843-3394.

The Disaster Action Team (DAT) is having a meeting and potluck at 6-8 p.m. at the Red Cross building at 430 Center Street. The public is invited. 781-7377.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show today, “Venus, our Sister Planet” at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come, first served.

Friday, June 17
Today Chaney’s Dairy Barn has tours of the farm at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for $6.00 per person. You need to call ahead for an appointment to go on the tour. 843-5567. They also have tours on Mondays.

The Bowling Green AARP meets today and is having a social event meeting, an Inside Picnic at First Christian Church at 1106 State Street. From 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. Several guests are coming from other AARP groups too. The event is a potluck. New members or guests are welcome.

Teen Scene for students in grades 6-12, is meeting at 3:30 p.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. 782-0252.

Orchestra Kentucky has a Beatle Madness show today at 7:30 p.m. at the Bowling Green Ballpark Stadium. Tickets start at $15.00 per person. 846-2426, http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.

Saturday, June 18
Today is Kiwanis Yoga Gentle Flow in Keriakes Park behind the shelter at 8 a.m. with Shanda for all ages and experience. This event is free. Next is Playground Yoga at 9:15 for preschoolers and their families.  782-6984.

A family-friendly bike ride is today at Lost River Cave called the Tour de town: Lost River Cave Ride, which starts at 9 a.m. Helmets are required. This event is sponsored by http://www.BikeBG.org. This event is open to the public and free.

The Hot Rod Reunion at Beech Bend Raceway continues today starting at 9 a.m. and going through the 18th. 781-7634. For more information, visit the site at http://www.museum.nhra.com.

Want to learn Reiki? You can take two classes from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. today, Reiki I and II, today and tomorrow. This class is put on by the Balanced Life Massage and Hypnosis Center at 1725 Ashley Circle, Suite 109. 270-779-4739. http://www.margalena.com.

Bob Kirby Branch library has Family Storytime for all ages  today. Call for times: 782-0252.

The Graham Branch library has a Make Father’s Day Cards activity at 3 p.m. Call for more information: 781-1441.

Artworks has a Reception and Sale for the members-only exhibit at the WKU Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center 2nd Floor gallery from 5-8 today. 745-6125, http://www.ArtWorks.org.

The First Annual Bad Apple Records Label Showcase is today from 6-9 p.m. at Roland Bland Skate Park, Bowling Green. Music performances by different music artists. This event is open to the public and all ages.

Nathaniel Mo gives a Piano Recital at 7 p.m. tonight at the Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall at 1215 State Street. Donations are welcome.

Russell Sims Aquatic Center has Night of the Pirates from 7-9 p.m. for ages 6 and up. Tickets are $6.00 for ages 6 and up and $3.00 for ages 5 and under. Season pass holders get ½ price. 393-3249.

Sunday, June 19
Today is Father’s Day. Have a great one!

Want to learn Reiki? You can take two classes from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. today, Reiki I and II. This class is put on by the Balanced Life Massage and Hypnosis Center at 1725 Ashley Circle, Suite 109. 270-779-4739. http://www.margalena.com.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free show today, “Venus, our Sister Planet” at 2 p.m. Seating is first-come, first served.

Have a great week!

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Some fun things to do this week, January 31-Feb. 6th in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky

January 31st - Feb. 6th 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.

Monday, Jan. 31

Capital Arts Youth Theater is having auditions today (and tomorrow) from 6-8 p.m. for Grades 2-12 at the Pushin Building. Call 782-2787 for more information.  You can download information about the auditions here: http://www.capitolarts.com/cayt.html. From the Facebook Notes page:
"1.  Initial auditions will be Mon., Jan. 31 and Tues., Feb. 1 from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Pushin Building (just down the block from the Capitol - please use the side entrance on College St.).  If necessary, callbacks will be Wed., Feb. 2 from 6:00-7:00. Auditions are open to young people in grades 2-12. To audition, simply show up either evening.  You will only need to attend one of the audition days, but be prepared to stay for the entire time.
2.  If you would like to try out, but can’t attend either of the initial audition days, please contact Carol Jordan at c.jordan01@insightbb.com to set up an alternative audition time."


Also today are auditions for Fountain Square Players "The 39 Steps" at the Phoenix Theater at 7:00. Call 782-3119 for more info.

Tuesday, Feb. 1

Capital Arts Youth Theater is having auditions today (and tomorrow) from 6-8 p.m. for Grades 2-12 at the Pushin Building. See above for more information.

Also today are auditions for Fountain Square Players "The 39 Steps" at the Phoenix Theater at 7:00. Call 782-3119 for more info.

Wednesday, Feb. 2

Happy Groundhog Day!

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."

A Free Mac Computer class is at 4 p.m. today at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must call to pre-register. This class includes an overview of of the Heritage Quest and Ancestry Library Edition databases. Call 782-0252 to pre-register.

Thursday, Feb. 3

Another Funniest Kids Around audition is today at 5:30 p.m., ending at 8 p.m. at at Barnes and Noble. Call for more information: 746-9779. The Funniest kids Around auditions can also be submitted via YouTube if you weren't at the auditions. This is for ages K-6th grade. Contact Lynn Hulsey, 781-6714, ext. 4 for more information.

A Free Mac Computer class is at 4 p.m. today at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must call to pre-register. This class includes an overview of of the Heritage Quest and Ancestry Library Edition databases. Call 782-0252 to pre-register.

Friday, Feb. 4

From the WCVK site: "2/4/11 Chandler Park Dental Care, 1857 Tucker Way, Bowling Green, will host a free dentistry day Feb. 4, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Each person will have choice of a cleaning, filling, or extraction. They will see people all day long, as many as they can, at no cost. For more information visit www.chandlerparkdentalcare.com."

Parents can find out more about the IEP (Individualized Education Program) at a free training given by Rhonda Logsdon from 12-2 p.m. today at the Regional Child Development Clinics, Suite 300, 1600 Scottsville Road, BG. Learn how to access free educational services to help your child. You must pre-register to attend. Call 843-8284 to RSVP. Bring your lunch. Have a question? Call Susan Miller at 843-8284.

A free Mac Computer class is today from 2-3 p.m., Overdrive Digital Catalog. Learn how to download and check out audio and ebooks from the library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Today is National Wear Red Day to show support for Women's Heart Disease Awareness. Find out more by calling the American Heart Association at 842-5700.

Today Romeo and Juliet plays at 8 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater, 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $13.00 for adults, and $10.00 for seniors and students. 781-6233.

Saturday, Feb. 5

Today is the Kentucky Reptile Expo. It is taking place at the Knicely Center (WKU South Campus) off Nashville Road. Tickets are $5.25 per person, with 6 and under free.  They have a page here at Kentucky Festivals.com and also a website, www.kentuckyreptileexpo.com.
Call Jaime Greer at 606-547-6643 for more information. Animals and products will be offered at 50% off regular store prices.

Today Romeo and Juliet plays at 8 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater, 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $13.00 for adults, and $10.00 for seniors and students. 781-6233.
 

Sunday, Feb. 6
From the WKU Events Calendar: A WKU Faculty Recital is today and is free to the public. It is at Ivan Wilson FAC 0189 from 3-5 p.m. Contact wayne.pope@wku.edu for more information.

A Community Super Bowl Party is being held at Cornerstone Church today at 940 Bryant Way across from the mall on Scottsville Road. Doors are opening at 4 p.m. 16 foot screens, bring your favorite finger foods and a friend. Everyone is welcome. 


The VFW at 1298 Ky. Highway 185 is also having a Super Bowl Party starting at 12 noon. $10.00 buffet all you can eat, plus the game will be shown on a 10' x 10' screen. Questions, call Dean Frazier at 270-781-1872.

The Evening Star Chapter #126 is having their Annual Soul Food Dinner from 11 a.m. until sold out at the Prince Hall Masonic Temple at 403 Chestnut Street.  Dine in or carryout only. 843-2132.

 Today Romeo and Juliet plays at 3 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater, 545 Morris Alley.  Tickets are $13.00 for adults, and $10.00 for seniors and students. 781-6233.

Here are some more events:
WKU Events


  
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.


Much thanks 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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BG blog posting for January 9-16 Version A

Welcome to the Cheap and Free events listings for this week.

Check this out: The Community Education Winter Classes catalog is now online. Some classes start this month, some next month. The class schedule and the signup sheet download to your desktop as pdf files. If you do not have a pdf reader, you can download one for free here.

Please double-check each announcement here in case of an error. thanks! More selected cheap and free events for the area will be listed here as soon as they are found.

ART EXHIBITS THIS MONTH

Kristina Arnold's "re cycle" exhibit shows this week at the Capital Arts center from 9-5. 782-2787.

The Gallery at 916 has a Photography exhibit this week from 11:30 a.m. - 5p.m. through February 12th. Voting is $1.00 and goes to CASA. 270-843-5511.

Warren County Library's Bob Kirby branch has an exhibit by Missi Carini and Jenny Morehead through January 28th.

Brenda Brown's art will be shown at the Main Branch library in the Porter Cafe through January 28th too.

The Country Peddler Design-an-Ad Contest  is on exhibit at the Mezzanine Gallery at the Capital Arts Center this month. 782-2787.

A FAVORITE... Lost River Cave's hours this month are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Gift Shop is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tours of the Cave are at the top of each hour.
 
EVENTS:
Sunday, January 9th
From the WBKO Community Events Calendar: Zumba Jam. Jan 9, 2011 2:00-3:30pm, Old Alvaton Gym (6350 Old Scottsville Rd). Fundraiser for the 10U National Ky Bearcats Baseball team. Jaime Hawks, 270-779-8928. This event is $10.00 per person.

From the Visit BG, KY site: Western KY Horse Sale, Sun, January 9, 10am – 12pm, Brown Ag Expo Center, 406 Elrod Rd., Bowling Green (map) Sports/Recreation - For more information call 270-745-3976 or visit http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter

Downton Abbey premieres Sunday on PBS Masterpiece Theater. You can get it even with just basic cable. It is bound to be good. Check it out here.  Twitter will have a live event during the showing. Just post to twitter using the tag #DowntonPBS.

Monday, January 10th
A free computer class, Introduction to Computers and the Internet is held today from 2-3 p.m. at the Main Branch Library's Porter Cafe. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another free computer class, Microsoft Excel Intermediate, is held today at 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch Library's Porter Cafe. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Orchestra Kentucky has a concert tonight at 7:30 p.m. called "Fiddle Faddle, The Music of Leroy Anderson." Call 846-2426 for tickets or call 855-232-1452 (toll-free). Free shuttle service will be available from Mariah's restaurant and also the Adams Street parking lot. Tickets start at $10.00 per person. http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.

Tuesday, January 11th
A Cabin Fever Workshop takes place today at 6 p.m. at the Kirby branch of the Warren County Library. Alice Waddell will teach a painting class. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Wednesday, January 12th
A Free MacBook Computer class, Computing for Seniors, takes place today at 2-3 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Another free class, Digital Catalog Downloading, is from 2-3 p.m. today at the Main Branch library's Porter Cafe. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

An after-school special "for students of all ages is today at 3:30 at the Graham Drive library.

A free computer class, Job Hunting Online, is from 6-7 p.m. at the Main Branch's Porter Cafe today. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Thursday, January 13th
A Cabin Fever Workshop is at 6 p.m. tonight at the Main Branch Library. Patty Teague will teach Calligraphy. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.
 
Friday, January 14th
Barnes and Noble have Storytime featuring "How Full is Your Bucket?" today at 11:30 a.m. 746-9779.
Southern Lanes has Senior Fun Day today at 1 p.m. for ages 50 and over. Free coffee, prizes, and more. Call 843-8741.
 
Saturday, January 15th
Today is the 2011 Winter Antique Tractor Show at the Ag-Expo Center. Tickets are $3.00 and 12 and under are free.
Barnes and Noble will have a book signing by author David Toczko, who wrote "Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill: 50th Anniversary of the Restoration" at 2 p.m. today. 746-9779.

Barnes and Noble have Storytime at 11:00 am. featuring "No Name Calling." Call 746-9779.
 
Sunday, January 16th
Today is the Lady Topper Basketball "Critter Classic" at Diddle Arena at 2 p.m. Are you a member of Big Red's Rascals? Bring a needed item like clay cat litter or Clorox wipes, and receive a free game ticket. Friends and family can purchase tickets for $5.00 per ticket. 1-800-5-BIGRED.

Very Special Arts (VSA) has an art exhibit that starts today. Their opening is 2-4 p.m. at the Garden Gallery of the Kentucky Museum. 745-2592.

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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 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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