Writing time! Plus events in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky.

November is winding down...

I had a great Thanksgiving. I hope you all did too.

This week I hope to get my NaNoWriMo novel done. It is due by the end of the month.

Writing - by MrsDKrebs on Flickr. Love it. I do mine on my computer.

The word count needed is 50,000. Participants get to be Winners by completing a rough draft of this many words by the deadline.

There of course are many events going on in the BG, KY area in the time leading up to the holidays.

Here are just a few:

November 27th is the free WKU Trombone Studio Recital at 7:30 - 9 at WKU's Fine Arts Center.

November 28th: William Paul Young, author of The Shack, will be at the Sloan Convntion Center 6-8 p.m. today. Free tickets are available at library locations. 781-4882.

November 30th: Today is the Gallery Hop, also Downtown Lights Up.

November 30th - Dec. 2 is also WinterDance, the WKU Dance production. 745-5845. Tickets are $15 and $12. Time is 8 for Fri. and Sat., and 3 for Sun.

Novemer 30th is also Winterfest for WKU's Symphony, the WKU Chorale, Men's Chorus, the Women's Chorus, the Redshirts and the Treblemakers. 745-7681.

December 1: Today is the 2012 Christmas Parade.

December 1st is also a Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair (plus breakfast with Santa) at Bristow Elementary from 8-3. 842-1960.

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

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.

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

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

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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Things to do in Bowling Green this weekend, Sept. 14-16

There are such fun events this weekend, as usual.

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. Find out more: http://visitbgky.com/events/detail/builders-association-of-south-central-kentucky-parade-of-homes/ and 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.

Saturday, September 15th

Today is the Cumberland Presbyterian Church's Kuntry Store. This is such a fun event. It is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I found my Kewpie Doll here one year! They have neat crafts, food, and more. 781-3295.

Nearby, the Potter Children's Home has a Fall Festival starting at 9:30 a.m. Here is the description from the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "9/15/12 Potters Children’s Home and Family Ministries, Bowling Green, Ky. is having their 10th Annual Fall Festival and Auction on Saturday, September 15th starting at 9:30 am. There will be Silent Auction with over 80 plus items, Resale shop will be open, children activities, inflatables, and Food like BBQ and catfish and more. For more information call: 270-843-3038."

The National Corvette Museum has a Celebrate My Drive for teenagers from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find out more: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/registration/drive/index.shtml.

There is a Buddy Walk today to benefit Down's Syndrome of South Central Kentucky. Gates open at 9 a.m. at the BG Ballpark. Find out more: http://www.dssky.org/community/buddy-walk/.

Preston Miller Park is the site for another walk today, the Walk MS Bowling Green event, which has registration at 9 a.m. 502-523-5303, http://walkkyw.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?fr_id=18923&pg=entry.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "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."

Cabaret for a Cause takes place 8 p.m. at the Phoenix Theater. Proceeds will go to the Catherine Heltsley Foundation for Breast Cancer. Find out more from this Bowling Green Daily News article: Cancer Fight is cabaret's cause.

The Parade of Homes continues today from 10-5. Tickets are $10.00 with 12 and under free. Find out more: 781-3375. Find out more:  http://visitbgky.com/events/detail/builders-association-of-south-central-kentucky-parade-of-homes/ and http://www.bascky.com/newsite/index.php. This event continues until the 16th.

Basil Griffin park offers Movie in the Park in the Amphitheater for free starting at 7:30 p.m. The movie is Alvin & The Chipmunks Chipwrecked.  843-6665.

Sunday,  September 16th

The Parade of Homes continues today from 1-5. Tickets are $10.00 with 12 and under free. Find out more: 781-3375. Find out more:  http://visitbgky.com/events/detail/builders-association-of-south-central-kentucky-parade-of-homes/ and http://www.bascky.com/newsite/index.php. This is the last day of this event.

The WKU Hardin Planetarium has a free presentation at 2 p.m. about NASA's Rover on Mars. It is first-come, first-served seating. 745-4044.

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.

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. 

Have a fun weekend!

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Selected events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area Sunday, July 15 to Wednesday, July 18

Here is my Betsyanne BG Calendar with selected events for the Bowling Green, Kentucky Area and around it - from Thursday, July 12th, 2012, to Sunday, July 15th. 

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

This neat marble shapes photo is by Faith Goble on Flickr.

 Sunday, July 15th
Today is a Seussical the Musical matinee put on by our local group, Fountain Square Players, at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium at 3 p.m. Tickets are $8.00 - $14.00. Call 782-3119. (Dr. Seuss characters).

A Southern Kentucky Team Penning Association event is today at the WKU Ag Expo Center starting at 10:30. 745-3976.

St. James United Methodist Church has a Southern Gospel Concert tonight at 6 p.m. featuring Southern Sound and South Land Quartets. 842-4949.

Beech Bend Raceway has the TENN-TUCK 2012 Triple Crown racing event today starting at 8 a.m. Open time trials are at 9-10:30 a.m. Find out more: http://www.beechbend.com/dragstrip.htm.

Monday, July 16th

Drop off school supplies this week at the "Big Red Packpack" event at WCVK Radio at 1407 Scottsville Road. 781-7326.

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 offered today at the Main branch library from 6-7:30 p.m. "Microsoft Publisher". You must per-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

A Summer Stroll is from 7-8 p.m. tonight in the Glen Lily and Collegeview area. Find out more: The City of Bowling Green Summer Stroll page.

The Russell Sims Aquatic Center has Lap Swim workout Time from 7-9 p.m. today. The price is $4.00. 393-3271.

Tuesday, July 17th

The Fountain Square Business Assoc. Promotions Group meets this morning at 8:00 at The Capital Arts Center 2nd floor today. This meeting is open to the public. 843-6103.

A free computer class is today from 2-3:30 p.m., Microsoft Excel Intermediate, at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to atttend. Call 781-4882.

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

Wednesday, July 18th

An AARP Older Driver class is today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chandler Park Health and Wellness Center at 1857 Tucker Way today. You must pre-register to atttend. Call to find out more and to pre-register: 745-0942.

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

Another free computer class is today, Job Hunting Online, from 6-7 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to atttend. 781-4882.

See the whole photo by Richard Slessor at geograph.org.uk.

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 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, 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. 

Betsyanne

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Some fun events July 9-12 in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area

Here is my Betsyanne BG Calendar for the Bowling Green, Kentucky Area and around it - from Monday, July 9th through Thursday, July 12th, 2012.

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.

Tuesday, July 10th

This morning at 8 a.m. upstairs at the Princess Bldg. downtown on Main Street (next to the Pots Place) is the Fountain SQuare Business Assoc. meeting. It is free and open to the public. 843-6103.

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

The Graham Drive branch library has  Mac Lab today from 3-5 p.m. You may need to pre-register. Call 781-1441 to find out.

Actress Mary McDonough (Erin Walton on the TV show The Waltons) talks about her book, "Lessons from the Mountain: What I Learned from Erin Walton" at 6 p.m. Pick up free tickets at any library location. 781-4882.

The BG-WC Jaycees meet at 7 p.m. at the Pavilion at the Lampkin Park Fairgrounds. Visitors are welcome. http://www.bgjaycees.com.
 

Wednesday, July 11th

The ALIVE Center has a class in cultural sensitivity training class - Working with Diverse Communities today from 9-11 a.m. You need to pre-register by calling 782-0082. The cost is $10.00. 

 

Thursday, July 12th
A free computer class is from 10-11 at the Main branch library, "Intermediate Computers and the Internet". You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

A HUG (Helping U Give) Caregivers Support Group meets today at 5:30 p.m. at SKY Rehab on Campbell Lane. Info: 782-6900, ext. 203.

The WKU Chess Club meets at 6 p.m. at the WKU Faculty House. 918-809-6278.

Tonight is Seussical the Musical put on by our local group, Fountain Square Players, at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8.00 - $14.00. Call 782-3119. (Dr. Seuss characters).

Seussical the Musical will also be presented on Friday at 8, Saturday at 8, and Sunday at 3 p.m.

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 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. 

Betsyanne

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Fun Events in the Bowling Green, KY Area - July 4-7, 2012

Here is my Betsyanne Calendar for the BG Area and around it - from Wednesday, July 4th through Saturday, July 7th.

Wednesday, July 4th

Today is Independence Day.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "7/4/12 Southside Baptist Church, 557 Memphis Junction Road, Bowling Green, Ky. Will be having a July 4th Cookout and Fireworks. The cookout will begin at 6:00 pm and fireworks display will be at dark. This event is free. For more information please call: Tony Brown at 782-5558"

Chaney's Dairy Barn is open today until 9 p.m.! This is via their Facebook page. 

Labold and Sons Salvage on Main Street (1 block down from the square) is also open today. Here is their Facebook page too.
 











Check here for burn bans in your Kentucky county, via WBKO.com.

From the Soky Happenings web page: "Fourth of July Celebration at Barren River Lake State Resort Park 10:00AM
Enjoy patriotic fun and games beginning at 10AM, Float Your Boat contest, live entertainment at 6PM and fireworks after dark/ Barren River Lake State Resort Park..."

8:00 tonight locally is the DALLAS TV show on local channel 19, TNT.

Thursday, July 5th

On the Bone Chop House at 729 Chestnut Street is offering Law enforcement, fire and rescue, and military 10% off with I.D. or uniform today.

A 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 WKU Chess Club meets at 6 p.m. at the WKU Faculty House. 918-809-6278.

Neal Morse has a benefit concert today for the Son Rhea Foundation at 7 p.m. at the Sloan Convention Center. Tickets are $30.00 in advance, and $40.00 and $20.00 (students) at the door.

Friday, July 6th

A free computer class is offered today "Resume Workshop" at the Smiths Grove branch library from 10-11 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

Another free computer class is today "Introduction to Computers and the Internet" at 2-3 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Tonight is Concerts in the Park at both Fountain Square Park and Circus Square Park in downtown Bowling Green from 6:30 - 10. Concert starts in Fountain Square Park at 6:30, and features Song Farmers (bluegrass/ Celtic) and follows with Ernie Small Blues Band at Circus Square Park starting at 7:30. Find out more:  Friday Night Concerts!

More info. from the WCVK Community Happenings page: "7/6/12 Dine and Enjoy Free Music Under the Stars, Friday July 6th 2012, 7:30 pm. at the Circus Square Park, with the Ernie Small Blues Band. There will be Hot dogs, burgers, popcorn, drinks at the Concession Wagon. All profits will be contributed to Benefit Children in Great Need and Distressed Single Parent Families at the Potter Children’s Home and Family Services. For more information call: Andrew at 270-791-3242." 

The Odd Fellows Concession wagon will be there too. (Via the WBKO Community Events)

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."

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.

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 the Southern Summer Music Festival at Lost River Cave to help fun their new Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom. Find out more.
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. 
 

Betsyanne

My Personal Page and blog
The Nontrads site and blog
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Join me on my Fan Page on Facebook
Join me on Twitter as @betsyanne or @nontrads

Events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area May 30 - June 6th

These are just a few events for this week. To find more events, check the links on the right side of this blog.

Please be sure to double-check each event before attending, just in case.

This is I Love Bowling Green Week - and everyone is voting for their favorite I Love BG song. 

Vote for YOUR favorite I Love Bowling Green song before May 31st. You can vote as many times as you like. Go here for rules and a link to all the songs.

And here are some events in our area. Be sure to double-check each one before going to it. Thanks.

Wednesday, May 30

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

Thursday, May 31

The 400 Mile Yard Sale starts today and goes through June 3rd along Highway 68.

A free computer class is today, Introduction to Value Line Investment Survey at the Main branch library at 10-11 a.m.  You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "5/31/12 Friends of Barren River Lake and Park invite you to attend a special informational meeting on Thursday, May 31st 2012 at 6:30 pm at Christ Episcopal Church, 1215 State St. Bowling Green, Ky. Come and learn about the organization, meet the officers and board of directors , find out about membership. Refreshments will be served, and a chance to win door prizes. For more information please call: 270-646-2055."

And yet another free computer class, Microsoft Excel Advanced, is at 6 -7:30 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page:  "5/31/12 The Bowling Green Hot Rods are hosting a fundraiser for the Hope Center for Women, a faith-based recovery center in Scottsville, Ky. On May 31st 2012, game starting at 7:05 pm. With special guest Prisoners of Hope. For every ticket sold under the name Hope Center, the Hot Rods will make a donation to the Hope Center. For more information call Greg Heroy at 270-901-2121 ext. 101."

The WKU Chess club meets today at 6 p.m. at the WKU Faculty House. 1-918-809-6278.

Friday June 1st is the Bowling Green Gallery Hop. Visit the Pots Place to see new artist work and refreshments from all of the potters. Also, they have refreshments from Molly Shannon's!

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "6/1/12 Glasgow Highland Games, at Barren River Lake State Resort Park, is June 1st through June 3rd 2012 with fantastic bands like Rathkeltair and Seven Nations, extraordinary athletics, activities for Children, Food, shopping and much more. For more call: 207-651-3141 or go to: www.glasgowhighlandgames.com."

Chaney's Dairy Barn has Ice Cream and a Moovie tonight with free admission starting at dusk, featuring Puss In Boots. Also, there are Farm Tours today at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $7 a person, includes a scoop of ice cream. You need to pre-register to attend. Call 843-5567.

Saturday, June 2nd

from the WKU Events page: 1 a.m.  BLUEGRASS DRAFT HORSE & MULE CHAMPIONSHIP. L.D. Brown Agricultural Exposition Center. Contact Jo Jo Duvall, (888) 388-7203.

Chaney's Dairy Barn has Ice Cream and a Moovie tonight with free admission starting at dusk, featuring Puss In Boots.

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has Rail Tales at 10 a.m. for ages 4-8.
 
From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "6/2/12 Get on the GO shopping shuttles Saturday, June 2nd 2012, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Two shuttles serve numerous shopping and dining locations. Use a GO Pass and ride for only $1.00 per trip with free transfers. All three area Farmers Markets are open in June with flowers, fruits and vegetables, dining, shopping. For more information please call: 270-782-3162 ext. 175."

"6/2/12 Grace Community Church, 5908 Scottsville Rd. Bowling Green, Ky. Invites you to their 2012 Family and Community Carnival on June 2nd 2012. From 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be food, games, and tons of fun for all ages. This is a free event. For more information please call Jessica Wilson at 270-781-2595."

 Sunday, June 3rd

From the Bowling Green Visitor's Guide page: NHRA Drag Racing at Beech Bend Raceway today 598 Beech Bend Road.

Monday, June 4th

 From the WKU Events pages: KENTUCKY MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS. June 4-29. Kentucky Museum. Contact Lynne Ferguson, 745-2594.

Tuesday, June 5th

From the WKU Events pages "5 p.m.  TRANSIT OF VENUS VIEWING. Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Contact Richard Gelderman, 745-6203."

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has Rail Tales at 10:15 a.m. for ages 4-8.

Wednesday, June 6th

Today is a great day to go downtown and shop. The park fountain and the park is fun to see, and the shops are friendly and have lots of fun things to see. Just saying. :-)

Or visit Lost River Cave, Riverview at Hobson Grove, BRIMS Science Museum (now at the Mall), the Historic RailPark and Train Museum, any of the Libraries for a great book online or in person, the Corvette Museum, FleaLand, and many more great places today.

 

Thursday, June 7th

From the Amplifier website: "Mary Alice Monroe to speak at Warren County Public Library - Mary Alice will speak at the Christ Episcopal Church Activity Hall (next door to the Main Library) on Thursday, June 7 at 6:00 p.m. Free tickets are available at any library location or by email: jaynep@warrenpl.org. For more information, call 270-781-4882 or visit www.warrenpl.org."

 

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.

From the WKU Events pages: KENTUCKY MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS. June 4-29. Kentucky Museum. Contact Lynne Ferguson, 745-2594.

And, coming up, From the Amplifier web page: "Ghost Hunt Weekends, returns to the Octagon Hall June 9th with the stars of SyFy Channel's Ghost Hunters."

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Bowling Green, Kentucky events May 10-15, 2012

Cheap and Free events in Bowling Green Kentucky this week, Thursday - Tuesday May 10 - May 15

The Bowling Green Kentucky Veteran's Memorial statue by the Old Courthouse.

This is Children's Book week, along with Teacher Appreciation Week through the 12th.

Thursday, May 10

Another free computer class, Landscaping How To, is today at the Bob Kirby branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

From the WKU Events Calendar: Today is a Cello Pre-College recital at the WKU Music Hall from 6-9 p.m. Contact Sarah Berry at 745-3751.

 

The WKU Chess Club meets today at the Log Cabin (Faculty House) on the WKU Campus at 6 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome.  Questions, call 918-809-6278. You may want to bring your chess set.

Writer and actor Paul Michael Glaser talks at 6 p.m. at the Episcopal Church Activity Hall. Pick up free tickets at the library. Call 781-4882.

Public Theater of Kentucky presents Becky's New Car at 7 p.m. at the Phoeni Theater. Tickets are $10 to $13. Find out more: 781-6233. 

Friday, May 11 

The Bowling Green Retirement Village has a Mother’s Day Tea today at 2 p.m.

WKU has a Graduate Commencement at 5:00 p.m. 745-5432.

Artworks has an Opening Reception and Awards today at 5-7 at the Capital Arts Houchens Gallery.

The Ambiance Gallery and Antiquities store at 332 College Street has free Tarot Card readings today from 6-8 p.m.  More info: 791-6682.

Saturday, May 12

Today is Second Saturday downtown from9-3, featuring free live music, arts and crafts booths, food, face painting, carriage rides, and much more. 782-0222.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page:  "5/12/12 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, This is the annual food drive sponsored by the National Association of Letter Carrier and Campbell Soup Company , United Way. On May 12th 2012 you can put out non-perishable food items such as canned soup or vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal in a sturdy bag next to your mailbox prior to the regular mail delivery time on Saturday. For more information visit: www.helpstampouthunger.com."

"5/12/12 Holy Trinity Lutheran School, Bowling Green, Ky. Will be having there School’s Gigantic Yard Sale on May 12th 2012 from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm. All sales go to support the school. If you would like more information please call: 270-843-1001."

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents Becky’s New Car at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m. More info: 781-6233.

The Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman program has a 2012 Fashion  and Style on a Budget show today at 10 a.m. at Crosslands Community Church. Tickets are $5.00 each. 1-800-355-7580.

Today is the Olde Stone Run for P.R.I.D.E. to benefit Operation P.R.I.D.E. starting at 8 a.m. at The Club at Olde Stone. Call for more info: 745-0090.

The WKU Brown Ag Expo Center has a Flat Shod Sale today. 745-3976.

A Nurse Walk is today at 9 a.m. at the Medical Center Emergency Dept. lawn. 796-3380.

BRIMS has a Make a Flower workshop at their new BG Mall location to make  a Mother’s Day flower today. Admission is $5.00 with ages 3 and under free. 843-9779.

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum celebrates National Train Day today from 9-2. 745-7317.They also have RailTales at 10 am. For preschoolers.

The Ambiance Gallery and Antiquities store at 332 College Street has a Mother’s Day crafts time from 10-12.  More info: 791-6682.

Also, Chaney’s has a Kentucky Proud festival today from 9-4. 843-5567.

WKU has a Graduate Commencement at 5:00 p.m. 745-5432.

Sunday, May 13

Today is Mother's Day.

 

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents Becky’s New Car at the Phoenix Theater at 3 p.m. More info: 781-6233.

From the BG, KY Events page: Southern Kentucky Team Penning Association Show When: May. 13, 2012  Where: Leonard D. Brown Agricultural Exposition Center. Call 270-745-3976 or visit http://www.wku.edu/expo for more information.

Moms get in free today at the National Corvette Museum. 1-800-53-VETTE.

SKyPAC is showing CATS today at 3 p.m. Tickets are $40 - $60.

Monday, May 14

Not much going on - - add your event as a comment for this day.

Tuesday, May 15

The Fountain Square Business Association meets today at 8 a.m. at the Capital Arts Center, 2^nd floor. This meeting is open to the public. 843-6103.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "5/15/12 The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce and the WKU small Business Development Center will offer a Financing Your Small Business seminar. May 15th 2012 at 7:30 am and this includes breakfast . Register online at www.bgchamber.com . The cost is $15.00 for Chamber partners and $25 for non-partners. For more information call: 270-781-3200."

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has RailTales today at 10:15 – 10:45 for preschoolers.

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

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

Molly Shannon’s Pub is having a $2.00 per person Trivia Tuesday benefit for the BGWC Humane Society today at 6:30 p.m.

It is Community Action night at the BG Hot Rods. Call 782-3162 for your $10.00 ticket.

Wednesday, May 16

Today is the Women in Business Breakfast from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. at the Medical Center Auditorium, sponsored the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce. Call for reservations 781-3200.

An AARP Driver’s Safety Program is today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chandler Park. 745-0942.

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

These are just a few notable events in and around the Bowling Green area this week.

Look for more events in your local SOKY Calendar, available at many places including Barnes and Noble booksellers

Check the links to the right on this blog too, for many different Community Calendars.

Have a great day and week!

Please check every event before attending, just in case of a mis-listing. Thanks!

Another 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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Fun and interesting things to do in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area May 30th to June 5th

Some events in the Bowling Green Area for this week - May 30th-June 5th

Note: correction: the BG Gallery Hop is Friday the 3rd, NOT Saturday the 4th. 

 
Hi to all!  I list weekly selected events, plus other things to do in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area and sometimes in Nashville or surrounding communities. 

You can have this blog emailed to you by subscribing in a reader or via email. (see to the right here in this blog.)

I am selecting just a few events for this blog.  You can find even more fun events by clicking on the links at side of this blog. Always double check each event, just in case. 
   
Thank you to the  Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the SoKy Happenings 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.

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

Going back to school? 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.


The two Farmer's Markets are open. Check out their websites: 

#1: The Southern KY Farmer's Market (SKY) (at the Medical Center) 
http://www.skyfarmersmarket.com

#2: The Bowling Green Farmer's Market (on Scottsville Road) http://bgfarmersmarket.com/

Bowling Green Hot Rods Baseball has special events during the week this summer. Find out more at http://www.bghotrods.com.

New - the Kentucky Library Summer Day Camps are taking signups. Space is limited. Find out if there are more spots available:  http://www.wku.edu/Library/kylm/education/summercamps.html.  I know Laura Bain-Selbo and am sure her Clay Camp will be awesome.

Have you been inside Morris Jewelry in downtown Fountain Square, Bowling Green? I stopped in the other day and was it ever beautiful inside! Scroll down to see their special Mother's Day event. Now to earn some more money to spend there... :-) Here is their website: http://morrisjewelrybg.net/ 

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

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May and June Squirrels in the Square:
Find 6 squirrels at participating shops in Fountain Square through the 31st of each month and win a big, big Surprise Basket filled with neat things. Just find 6 squirrels at shops downtown.

You can check Squirrels in the Square at their Facebook page, or online at the Daily News site.

Art Shows, Art Classes, and Exhibitions

The Gallery Hop in Bowling Green is coming up on June 4th from 5-8 p.m. Mark your calendar! 

Donn Mierti (photographer) has an exhibit at the Main Branch library in May in the Porter Cafe. 781-4882.

Anthony Wycihowski photos will be shown at the Bob Kirby Branch Library in May.


Photographs from Safe Haven will continue to be shown from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the ArtsAccess Gallery at 515 East 10th Ave., BG. Monday through Friday. 781-0872.

The VSA Arts Access Gallery is showing "The Artist Within" in May. They are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Other announcements:

GARDEN PLOTS / SPRING BREAK CAMP / WATERPARK PASSES: Signups 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. (They already may be full...)

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, Theater camp, and auditions happening soon

Sunburst Youth Theater Day Camp 2011 will take place June 6-17.

Performing Arts Summer Camp begins in June. Contact the ALIVE Center for more information. http://www.wku.edu/alive/events.html.

Events and classes:

Monday, May 30th     

Today is Memorial Day.

Today at the ALIVE Center is a BabyNet/BabyWearing class from 5-7 p.m. This class is free, and will cover learning safe and soothing ways to "wear your baby from birth to toddlerhood." michelle.lifeisgood@gmail.com.

The Kentucky Blues Society has another TEEN JAM today from 6-9 p.m.  at WhaBah Steakhouse. The family is invited too. Free admission and prizes. 782-6400. 

 

Tuesday, May 31st

A free computer class, MS Excel Advanced, is today from 2 p.m to 3:30 p.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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

PJ Tales tonight at the Main branch library at 6 p.m. is all about beach stories. Also attendees of all ages wil make a sand-related craft.

Tonight at 7:00 p.m. is the Planetarium presentation at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. From the WBKO Community Calendar: "Venus: Our Sister Planet Summer Planetarium Presentation May 31, 2011 - Jul 10, 2011 Tues.& Thurs. 7 pm; Sunday 2 pm
Hardin Planetarium, Western Kentucky University
Known throughout history as the Morning Star, the Evening Star and named after the Roman Goddess of love and beauty, Venus has so much in common with the Earth that it is often called its "sister" or "twin". In this presentation new photographs and NASA footage will be used to explore the impact Venus has had throughout our history, discuss our current understanding of its composition and atmosphere and highlight NASA's plans for future missions - all aimed at determining if it will ever be possible for humans to live on Venus. For further information contact Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Hardin Planetarium at 270-745-4044."

A free computer class, Job Hunting online, is at the Bob Kirby Branch library at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Wednesday, June 1st

Today the Graham Drive Community branch lirary has an After School Special for students of all ages. Call 781-1441 for more info. or email brittanymryan@gmail.com.

Thursday, June 2nd

Today is the famous 68-80 400 mile sale starting at 7 a.m. It continues through the 5th. Call 270-781-6858 or 270-792-5300 for a free map. http://www.400mile.com.

A free event for boys and girls, the Hershey's Track and Field Meet is today starting at 9:30 a.m. This event is free. Birth Certificates are required. Various Events. BG High School, 393-3249.

Tonight at 7:00 p.m. is the Planetarium presentation at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. From the WBKO Community Calendar: "Venus: Our Sister Planet Summer Planetarium Presentation May 31, 2011 - Jul 10, 2011 Tues.& Thurs. 7 pm; Sunday 2 pm
Hardin Planetarium, Western Kentucky University
Known throughout history as the Morning Star, the Evening Star and named after the Roman Goddess of love and beauty, Venus has so much in common with the Earth that it is often called its "sister" or "twin". In this presentation new photographs and NASA footage will be used to explore the impact Venus has had throughout our history, discuss our current understanding of its composition and atmosphere and highlight NASA's plans for future missions - all aimed at determining if it will ever be possible for humans to live on Venus. For further information contact Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Hardin Planetarium at 270-745-4044."

The WKU Chess club meets from 6-9 p.m. at the WKU Faculty House for all skill levels. You may need to bring your own chess set. Call for more info: 918-809-6278. The public is welcome. http://www.hilltopperchess.net.



Friday, June 3rd

From the Chaney's Dairy Barn site: "June 3 | Summer Family Farm Tours
Summer Family Farm Tours begin - open to individuals and families - no minimum number of people required. $6/person. Every Friday & Monday in June & July. Tour times 10AM (and) 1PM. Please call ahead for appointment."

June 3rd is the Gallery Hop (NOT Saturday the 4th).  
Enjoy many galleries and food too. From the WBKO community Calendar: "The galleries, museums and studio centers from around the city invite the public to join them for the 4th annual Bowling Green Gallery Hop. Five Friday evenings out of the ear gallery doors will be open to everyone to tantalize their creative senses with great original art. We encourage art enthusiasts and the newly inquisitive to mark your calendars and fill your Friday evenings with artful inspiration."
For more information please visit: http://www.thebowlinggreengalleryhop.com or call 270.781.0872.


Saturday, June 4th

June 4th is also the 20th Anniversary Bluegrass Draft Horse and Mule Championship at the Ag Expo Center. 

Today is also Lost River Cave's I Love BG Day. From their site:

"Saturday, June 4th - 'i love bg' day! Do the COOL thing and chill down in the cave for ‘i love bg’ day at Lost River Cave and Valley.  All day long  ½ Price admission to Kentucky’s only underground boat tour on Saturday, June 4th to all area residents.  Tours start at 9:00AM until 5:00PM running at the top of every hour on a first come-first served basis."

June 4th Chaney's Dairy Barn will have a Kentucky Proud Festival. From their website: "June 4 | Kentucky Proud Festival | 9am-4pm
Support Kentucky artists (and) producers! Featuring Kentucky made crafts and foods! Rain or shine. In conjunction with Woodburn Days."

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "06/04/11 Regional Child Development Clinics Golf Scramble at Crosswinds Golf Course, 1031 Wilkinson Trace, Bowling Green is Saturday June 4 th. Registration begins at 7:30AM with Shotgun at 8:00AM. For $70 per player or $280 per team you can help provide services to children birth through eight who are suspected of developmental delays. $500 for 1st place team, $300 to 2nd place team, awards for closest to the hole on #18, and longest drive on #10. Call Susan at 270-843-8284 for registration information." 


June 4th the Barbership Chorus will sing at WKU's Van Meter Hall VMH Lobby at 7-10 p.m.
From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "6/4/11 Caveman Chorus presents Harmony Hitz with The Music City Chorus and Lunchbreak at WKU’s Van Meter Auditorium, June 4, 7 p.m. Tickets for this barbershop concert are $17, $5 for students. For more information call 783-1032."

Sunday, June 5th

Today is parents Skate Free day at the Skatebox from 2-5 p.m. with paid child admission of $5.00.

Today at 2:00 p.m. is the Planetarium presentation at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. From the WBKO Community Calendar: "Venus: Our Sister Planet Summer Planetarium Presentation May 31, 2011 - Jul 10, 2011 Tues.& Thurs. 7 pm; Sunday 2 pm
Hardin Planetarium, Western Kentucky University
Known throughout history as the Morning Star, the Evening Star and named after the Roman Goddess of love and beauty, Venus has so much in common with the Earth that it is often called its "sister" or "twin". In this presentation new photographs and NASA footage will be used to explore the impact Venus has had throughout our history, discuss our current understanding of its composition and atmosphere and highlight NASA's plans for future missions - all aimed at determining if it will ever be possible for humans to live on Venus. For further information contact Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Hardin Planetarium at 270-745-4044."

More events coming up: 

Chaney's Dairy Barn Ice Cream and a Moovie starts June 10th at dusk.
June 10th is also Civilian Tea Time at Riverview at Hobson Grove.

Sunburst Youth Theater Day Camp 2011 will take place June 6-17.

Beatlemadness is June 17^th at the Capital Arts Center. For tickets call 270-846-2426, or 855-232-1452 (toll-free) 
June 25 is the Vette City Roller Derby: VCRD vs. Black-N-Bluegrass A & B team (HOME)  

July 17th from 2-4pm is Geocaching 101: Hiding a Cache at Lost River Cave.
September 24th is the date of the International Festival from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Circus Square Park.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "Now - 05/30 During the month of May, the Men's Ministry of Living Hope Baptist Church are collecting blankets for the persecuted Christians and people of Sudan; in honor of Moms & Wives. Please bring your new or gently used blankets to the business office of Living Hope Baptist Church. For a large number of blanket donations a pickup can be arranged by calling Walter at 842-8467."

"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."

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.

I will be listing more events here as I find them. Feel free to list yours as a comment. Later! 

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