Fun events for the holiday season in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area for 2012.

The holiday season is one of the busiest times for fun events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area.

I have listed a few, and also the main sites around town too, so you can find out even more fun things to do.

Friday, Nov. 30th Today is the Gallery Hop, also Downtown Lights Up. The Pots Place downtown and many other locations will be open for this fun event.

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.






Also Nov. 30: (from the WCVK Community Happenings Page) "11/30/12 Trees of Christmas Annual Open House will take place on Friday, November 30th starting at 3:00 pm, at the Houchens Center, 1115 Adams Street, Bowling Green, Ky. There will be holiday entertainment and refreshments. For more information please call: 270-842-6761"

This exhibit will continue. "12/1/12-12/21/12 The 34th Annual Trees of Christmas will be taking place through the month of December Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sundays 1:00 p m to 4:00 pm. At the Houchens Center , 1115 Adams Street , Bowling Green, Ky. This years theme is “Let’s Enjoy an International Christmas”. For more information please call: 270-842-6761."

November 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.

 

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "11/30/12 Bowling Green High School A Cappella Choir presents…A Taste of Christmas on Friday , November 30th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 1st at 11:00 am. In the BGHS commons. Under the direction of Trish Beresford. For more information please call: 270-746-2300."

Saturday, December 1: Today is the 2012 Christmas Parade.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/1/12 Bristow Elementary School, Bowling Green, Ky. Is having their having their Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, December 1st from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. It will be located in the gym with all kinds of vendors set up from Mary Kay, Pampered chef, Thirty one products, and more. For more information please call: Elaine Frint at 270-842-1960." 

Also: "12/1/12 There will a Pancake Breakfast with Santa at Bristow Elementary, Bowling Green, Ky. On Saturday, December 1st from 7:00 am to 10:30 am. Pancakes, a meat, and drink will be $5.00 and $3.00 for ages 3 and under. It will be in the school cafeteria. For more information please call: Elaine Frint at 270-842-1960 or email: elaine.frint@warren.kyschools.us."






December 1: Chaney's Dairy Barn has the Red River Fiddlers here at 6 p.m. It is free and all ages are welcome.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/1/12 Warren County Public Library, 1225 State Street. Bowling Green, Ky. Will have sign ups on Saturday, December 1st for the Walkaround Cookie Monster. From 11:30 am to 4:30 pm. There will be 30 minute meet and greet photo opportunities through out the day."

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



 

Sunday, Dec. 2nd has Festival of Trains at the Historic Railpark from 1-4, Cave Sing at Mammoth Cave National Park at 1:15 p.m., a special Plantetarium Show "Doomsday" at the WKU Planetarium (free), WinterDance at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium, a service of Evening Prayer at the Presbyterian Church downtownat 4 p.m., Revusicals at 7:00 the Gordon Wilson Hall Lab Theater, and much more.

Winterdance is also today. See above for time and more info.





Monday, Dec. 3rd: From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/3/12 Quaternity at Christmastime, Quaternity is a trombone quartet who members perform with the symphonies of Nashville, Utah and Orchestra KY, along with the Greenwood High School Choir. Is having a free concert on Monday, December 3rd at 7:00 pm. In The Living Hope Baptist Church “Chapel” ( former Holy Spirit Catholic Church sanctuary) to benefit Joseph’s Hope Foundation, an organization that assists those seeking to adopt children with the entire process, including helping to offset costs. For more information please call: Lee Blakeman at 270-791-0260."

Monday, Dec. 3rd: A Last Chance to Dance - a free performance - is at 4:00 p.m. at Van Meter Auditorium.





Tuesday, Dec. 4th: From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/4/12 The 20th Annual Bowling Green Area Prayer Breakfast will take place Tuesday, December 4th at the National Corvette Museum, 7:00 am to 8:00 am. Doors will open at 6:30 am Tickets are $35 and corporate and table sponsorships available. The speaker this year is Colonel Paul Longgrear, Retired U.S. Army Special Foreces, one of only 13 Green Berets who survived the Battle of Lang Vei. Served as a pastor, missionary. Net proceeds from the breakfast will go towards this years recipient HOTEL INC. For more information please call: 270-467-8815 or go to www.prayerbreakfast.com." 

Tuesday, Dec. 4th: Revusicals - a free performance - is at 7 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall Lab Theatre today.





Thursday, Dec. 6th: Warren RECC has an Open House from 4-6 at 951 Fairview Avenue.

Thursday, Dec. 6th: The Medical Center has "Make the Season Bright" at 5:30 featuring carols, refreshments, and more.

Thursday, Dec. 6th: A special Plantetarium Show is tonight at 7 p.m. "Doomsday" at the WKU Planetarium. This is a free show, first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes before the show.

Thursday, Dec. 6th: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever plays at the Phoenix Theater at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 6th: Little Women plays at the Capital at 7:30 p.m.





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

Friday, Dec. 7th: Little Women plays at the Capital at 7:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Saturday, Dec. 8th: Little Women plays at the Capital at 7:30 p.m.





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

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

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

And thanks for stopping by!

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.

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Selected events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area Nov. 10 - 15

Selected events for this weekend, and some coming up!

This photo and the bars below are by Nevit Dilmen, on Wikimedia Commons.

Saturday, November 10th
Today is the Veteran's Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. at Circus Square downtown.

****ALSO in Nashville today is the Elves' Fair at the Waldorf School. This is a fun event with lovely crafts, dolls, photo ops, food, and more.  http://www.lindenwaldorf.org/elvesfaire and Middle Earthlings - by the Nashville Scene. ****

Today is a fun Holiday Bazaar at St. James United Methodist Church, which is at 575 Winfield Drive. Time: 8-2.

Another Christmas Bazaar is at Christ United UMC on Cave Mill Road, 8 to 2. They will be serving Breakfast and Lunch.

The Warren County Homemakers Assn./BGJH International Club have a Bizarre Bazaar from 9-3 at BG Jr. High  at 900 Campbell Lane 9-3.

The Once Upon a Time Charity Ball is tonight benefiting the Free Clinic in town. It starts at 6 p.m. Find out more at the BG Daily News article here.

Chaney's Dairy Barn has a benefit for Zach Haley at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 843-5567. Find out more: http://chaneysdairybarn.com/.

Shrek the Musical is playing at SKyPAC tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Urinetown (an adult play) is at 8 at Russell H. Miller Theater at WKU. 745-3121.

Sunday, November 11th
Veteran's Day.

Shrek the Musical is playing at SKyPAC today at 2 p.m.

The WKU Hardin Plantarium is showing PlanetQuest today at 2 p.m. This star show is free, and first-come, first-served, with doors opening 15 minutes before showtime.

Urinetown (an adult play) is at 3 at Russell H. Miller Theater at WKU. 745-3121.

The Baker Chamber Players perform today at 3 p.m. at the Chandler Memorial Chapel, WKU. 745-5222.




Veteran's Day - Observed.

Monday, November 12th
A free computer class is offered today at 6 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Urinetown (an adult play) is at 8 at Russell H. Miller Theater at WKU. 745-3121.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance Club meets from 6-30 - 9:30 for adults 21 and over. Find out more:  http://www.corvettecitybopclub.com/.



 
Tuesday, November 13th
Want to help the homeless in our community? An Open Forum is at 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. today at Christ Episcopal Church 1215 State Street today. 270-256-4709.

Today is a Craft Bazaar and Lasagna Luncheon at the State Street UMC from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 842-8171.

A free computer class is at 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Main branch library, Introduction to Genealogy Resources. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The WKU Hardin Plantarium is showing PlanetQuest today at 7 p.m. This star show is free, and first-come, first-served, with doors opening 15 minutes before showtime.

Urinetown (an adult play) is at 8 at Russell H. Miller Theater at WKU. 745-3121.

A free Guitar Ensemble performance takes place at WKU's FAC Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. 745-3751.




Wednesday, November 14th
A documentary, The Line, sponsored by Hotel, Inc. plays at the Main branch library downtown at 10 and 11 a.m. This video is about the new poverty in America. More info: 782-1263.

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

WKU Percussion Ensemble performs at 7:30 p.m. at WKU's FAC Recital Hall. Tickets are $7.00 each. 745-3751.

NEW - today is the first part of Al Gore's "The Dirty Weather Report" online at 7 Central. Check here for the online link.




 Thursday, November 15th
Riverview at Hobson Grove has a Holiday Open House today from 10-6 p.m. Find out more: Classic Christmas Open House. Call for possible fees: 270-843-5565.

A free computer class happens today, Learn Microsoft Publisher, from 2-3 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

NEW - today is the conclusion of Al Gore's "The Dirty Weather Report" online at 6 Central. Check here for the online link.

The WKU Chess Club meets today at the Faculty House. Call 918-809-6278. You may want to bring your chess set. This meeting is open to the public.

Barnes and Noble book store hosts a Far Away Place speaker at 7 p.m.  The topic is "A Rare Titanic Family: The Caldwells' Story of Survival." 746-9779.

The WKU Hardin Plantarium is showing PlanetQuest today at 7 p.m. This star show is free, and first-come, first-served, with doors opening 15 minutes before showtime.

The Capital Arts Center presents Treasure Island at 7:30 p.m. Find out more: http://www.theskypac.com/event/treasure-island.

The Phoenix Theater is showing Agatha Christie's Spider's Web at 8 p.m. http://visitbgky.com/events/detail/agatha-christies-spiders-web/. This play is put on by our local Fountain Square Players.




And save the date!

More fun events are coming up, including:
Friday, Nov. 168th The Rally Against Hunger - - 3-9
Old Alvaton 55 and Older Senior Dance and Potluck 6-9 p.m. at the Old Alvaton Gym off Hwy. 231.

Saturday, Nov. 17th
All Aboard at the Historic RailPark and Train Museum 8:30 a.m.
Holiday Shopping at Potter Gray Elementary
Wedding Party Reunion at Lost River Cave
Saturday Fun Day Racing at Beech Bend
Free Jazz Band Concert at WKU
America plays at the SKyPAC

Sunday, Nov. 18th
NHRA Drag Racing at Beech Bend
BG Jr. HS 3rd Annual Will Sing for Food Concert (Singers bring food cans!)
Free Faculty Organ Recital at Christ Episcopal Church

It's a fun place here in Bowling Green, Kentucky. That's my take on it!

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Here comes the weekend! Events in the BG, KY area for Friday - Monday, September 7-10, 2012

It's going to be a fun weekend.

Photo from one by Joe DeShon posted on WikiMedia Commons.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tonight the Delafield Homecoming Festival features discounted carnival rides starting at 6 p.m. at Sugar Maple Square. Find out more at the VisitBGKY site here.

Saturday, September 8th
The Vette City Roller Derby has a Doubleheader at the Skate Box on Three Springs Road at 4 p.m. See their Faceook page here: http://www.facebook.com/VetteCityRollerDerby.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page:  
"9/8/12 Rockfield United Methodist Church, Rockfield, Ky. Will be having their Annual Ice Cream Supper on September 8th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Hamburger and Hotdog plates will be available in addition to the desserts. The price is $9.00 for a meal including dessert. All items can be purchased separately. For more information call: Linda Sparks at 270-782-2690."
 
"9/8/12 American Red Cross will be having a Food Pantry Drive on Saturday, September 8th at Walmart on Campbell Lane Bowling Green, Ky. From 9:00 am till 3:00 pm. Please help rRestock the shelves with Some of the items like canned goods, boxed cereals, crackers, toilet paper, bottled water. You can call American Red Cross for a full list of items needed. 270-781-7377. Cash and check contributions will also be accepted for purchasing food. "

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

The Special Olympic Softball championships continue today at Buchanon Park.

Beech Bend has the Holley LS Fest today starting at 7 a.m. http://www.lsfest.com. This event continues tomorrow too.

The famous Balloons, Tunes, and BBQ event at the Bowling Green Warren County Airport starts in the a.m. Be looking for balloons around town today for the fly-in! Here is their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BalloonsTunesBBQ. The event continues tomorrow too.

The 48th Annual Antique Show and Sale continues today from 9 - 5:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 911 Searcy Way. Proceeds will benefit local community projects.

Jackson's Orchard has a SOKY Kids' Expo today from 10-4. This event is free. 842-0420, http://www.sokykidsexpo.com.


Today is also the Second Saturday Street Fair from 9-3 in downtown Bowling Green, unless there is a lot of rain.
Second Saturday has been cancelled as of Friday night. Sorry!

The 5th Annual Delafield Homecoming Festival is also today, at Sugar Maple Square, from 10-7. 784-4325. See this website for details. Also (From the WCVK Community Happenings page:) Also: "9/8/12 Delafield Homecoming Festival, Sugar Maple Square, Bowling Green, Ky. from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm with a car show, music, food, games, yard sale and more. Free admission, for more information call: Martha Deputy at 270-784-4325."

Sunday, September 9th
Today there is a FREE presentation at 2:00 p.m. at the WKU Hardin Planetarium called Curiosity on Mars. Seating is first-come, first served.

The Bowling Green Retirement Village has an Art for the Ages Art show today. 842-5433.

Beech Bend's Holley LS Fest continues today starting at 7 a.m. http://www.lsfest.com.

The famous Balloons, Tunes, and BBQ event continues today at 7 a.m. with another flyover event. This even is at the Bowling Green Warren County Airport. Be looking for balloons around town today for the fly-in! Here is their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BalloonsTunesBBQ.

The 48th Annual Antique Show and Sale continues today from 12 - 4 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 911 Searcy Way. Proceeds will benefit local community projects.

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

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

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

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

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

Also, save the date!



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

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

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

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

September 29th is also the International Festival.

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

You can download flyers for library events here.

I love Bowling Green!

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

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

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

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

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!

Betsyanne

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Selected events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area Wed.-Fri. August 8-10, 2012

Here are selected events for today (Wednesday, August 8th) through Friday, August 10th. 

Wednesday, August 8th

A free computer class is today, Microsoft PowerPoint, from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Smiths Grove Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

Kroger on Scottsville Road has an event, a Choosing Healthy Food store tour today from 8-9:30 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 745-0942.

Thursday, August 9th

A free computer class about Microsoft Excel Intermediate is today from 6-7:30 p.m. at theMain 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.

Friday, August 10th 

A free computer class, Job Hunting Online is from 10-11 a.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another free computer class, Microsoft Word Intermediate, is today at the Bob Kirby branch library at 2 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

The Duncan Hines Festival begins today a 5 p.m. and continues tomorrow too. This event benefits Child Development Clinics. Find out more: Duncan Hines Festival. From the Junior Women's Club site:

"August 10th - Circus Square - 5:00-10:00pm

• Duck Derby
• Brownie Eating Contest
• Inflatables, face painting and other children's activities
• Concert in the Park - Andy & the Rockers plays @ 7:30!
• Collection of nonperishable food items for Community Action

August 10th - The Kentucky Library and Museum - 5:00-8:00pm

• Art Awards Presentation and Silent Auction
• Gallery Hop"

More about the Gallery Hop:

Many other venues will also be open for the Gallery Hop today from 5-8 p.m.
The Gallery Hop has many locations open for this event. Find out about all the locations here: Gallery Hop Map and Information.

Come visit the potters at The Pots Place at 428 East Main Street, who are also part of the Gallery Hop!

More about Concerts in the Park tonight: Fountain Square Park will be participating in Concerts in the Park also starting at 6:30 p.m. - stop by for music and fun.
 
August 11 the Duncan Hines Festival continues at the Kentucky Library and Museum with an Adventures in Good Baking Contest. Find out more here.

August 11 is Agriculture Night at Chaney's Dairy Barn - 4 - 7:30 p.m. plus Ice Cream and a Moovie featuring the movie "Barnyard."

August 11 and 12 is the Dog Agility Trial at the L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center. 745-3976.

August 14 is a Doll Quilt Workshop at Riverview at Hobson Grove from 3:30 - 6 p.m. 843-5565. You must pre-register to attend by emailing Laura Southard at riverview.at.hg@att.net. The cost is only $5.00 per person. From the City website: "In this two day workshop, each child will learn to piece together and create a small quilt for their doll's bed.".

September 29th is the International Festival.

You can download flyers for library events here.

I love Bowling Green!

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

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

Check out the City Events Calendars too.

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

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. 

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Fun events in the BG, KY area December 5th - 11th

I love Christmas trees!

Here are just a few events going on this week. 

Make sure to check every event before attending.

This is a very busy week! There are many more events going on each day here in Bowling Green; just find them via the links to the right on this page.

11-1-11 through 11-30-2011: This is Military Appreciation Month at the Corvette Museum. From the KentuckyLiving site: "All those who have served and their immediate families receive free museum admission."

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "...Winter Market located in the parking lot of the the old Bowling Green Mall at the instersection of Nashville Rd. and Campbell Lane, is open every Saturday through December 17th from 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m with fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, canned items, crafts, artwork and lots of gifts ideas from local farmers and artisans. Hot Breakfast, live music and much more. This event is sponsored by Community Farmer Market." 

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "12/2- 12/23 The 33rd Annual Trees of Christmas at the Houchens Center, Bowling Green, Ky. See all the unique trees decorated according to their own favorite movie title, take family pictures, and vote for a favorite tree. Bring your family and see trees created by local civic groups, non-profits and other organizations. Admission is free. The trees will be open each day December 2-23. Weekdays from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm , Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00 to 4:00 p.m."
  
From the Visitbgky.com site: Carriage Rides are available through December 31st on Fountain Square each night.

Greenwood Mall has Snow Shows at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. daily. See the Greenwood Mall Calendar for more events this week.

Monday, December 5th

Sunburst Youth Theater has tryouts today from 4-6 p.m. for A Little Princess for youth ages 7-18. Call for more info. 781-6233. The Phoenix Theater, 545 Morris Alley.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-2. Admission is free. 842-6761.

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum has The Polar Express event at 5 p.m., 5:30, 6:15, 6:45, and 7:30.  You must pre-register to attend. Call 745-7317.

See the Library Page for more library events this week.

Tuesday, December 6th

Sunburst Youth Theater has tryouts today from 4-6 p.m. for A Little Princess for youth ages 7-18. Call for more info. 781-6233. The Phoenix Theater, 545 Morris Alley.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-2. Admission is free. 842-6761.

See the Star of Bethlehem in a free Planetarium show  at 7 p.m. at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. It is first-come first-served for seats.

The Kentucky Museum has a Concluding Panel Discussion at 7 p.m. as part of it Lincoln: the Constitution and the Civil War. 745-2592.

See the Library Page for library events this week.  

Wednesday, December 7th

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum has The Polar Express event at 5 p.m., 5:30, 6:15, 6:45, and 7:30.  You must pre-register to attend. Call 745-7317. 

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-2. Admission is free. 842-6761.

The Velveteen Rabbit shows at WKU Van Meter Theater at 5:30 p.m. there is a Christmas Party in the lobby before the show with carollers and tea with Santa too. Tickets are $12. for adults and $10. for students. 779-2185.

Today is the WKU Redz Dollar Night public event from 6-10:45 at WKU DUC's 4th floor. Call 745-2456. The fee is $1.00 per hour and the public is invited.

See the Library Page for library events this week.  

Thursday, December 8th

A free computer class is today, "Learn to Download eBooks and Audiobooks" at 10 a.m - 11 a.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Wildflower Gift Shop at Lost River Cave has a Food and Beverage Tasting today with free samples. 393-0077.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-2. Admission is free. 842-6761.

Riverview at Hobson Grove has a Christmas Tea and Tour today at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $18.00 each. Reservations are required. Call 843-5565.

See the Library Page for library events this week.

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7 p.m. 781-6233. Tickets are $13.00 and $10.00.

See the Star of Bethlehem in a free Planetarium show  at 7 p.m. at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. It is first-come first-served for seats.

Friday, December 9th

A free computer class, "Online Holiday Shopping" is at 2 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

WKU's Department of Theater and Dance present Along Came a Dragon at 4 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall's Lab Theater. Tickets are $4.00 per person. 745-5845.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-2. Admission is free. 842-6761.

Today is the Friday Night at WKU Redz public event from 6-10:45 at WKU DUC's 4th floor. Call 745-2456. The fee is $3.00 with a WKU ID and $5.00 without. The public is invited.

The Nutcracker is playing at the Capital Arts Theater downtown at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children.

The Symphony at WKU and the BGW Choral Society is playing Holiday Pops at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium at 8 p.m. 745-5222 or 745-7681.

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 8 p.m. 781-6233. Tickets are $13.00 and $10.00.

See the Library Page for more library events this week. 

Saturday, December 10th

Chaney's has Breakfast withSanta today from 8-9:30 a.m. and 10-11:30.  You must pre-register for this event. Tickets are Adults $9.95 and children 3-10 $5.95.

WKU's Department of Theater and Dance present Along Came a Dragon at 1 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall's Lab Theater. Tickets are $4.00 per person. 745-5845.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 10-4. Admission is free. 842-6761. 

The Nutcracker is playing at the Capital Arts Theater downtown at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children.

WKU's Department of Theater and Dance present "Along Came a Dragon" at 1 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall's Lab Theater. Tickets are $4.00 per person. 745-5845.

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 8 p.m. 781-6233. Tickets are $13.00 and $10.00.

Home for the Holidays is playing at the Warehouse at Mt. Victor tonight from 7-11 p.m. Music is by the Ernie Small Blues Band with Jane and Rachel Pearl, Randi Womack, Chris Durbin, Bruce Kessler and Bob Bridges. Proceeds go towards the Family Enrichment Center. See their Facebook page too.

See the Library Page for library events this week. 

Sunday, December 11th

The ALIVE Center at 1818 31-W offers an (East) Indian Culture and Heritage (ICH) and Language Class from 10 a.m. to 12 noon today at the ALIVE Center. Languages taught are Hindi, Gujarati and Telegu. More info: 270-746-9508 or 502-544-7221.

The Bowling Green Woman's Club presents their 17th Annual Christmas Home Tour from 1-5 today. Tickets are $10.00 in advance from a member or at Werner Lowe, and $12.00 the day of the tour.

The Trees of Christmas are at the Eloise B. Houchens Center on Adams Street today from 1-4. Admission is free. 842-6761.

See the Star of Bethlehem in a free Planetarium show  at 2 p.m. at WKU's Hardin Planetarium. It is first-come first-served for seats.

WKU's Department of Theater and Dance present "Along Came a Dragon" at 1 p.m. at WKU's Gordon Wilson Hall's Lab Theater. Tickets are $4.00 per person. 745-5845.

The Caveman Barbershop Harmony Chorus performs at 3 p.m. at Greenwood Park Church of Christ on Campbell Lane. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for ages 6-12, and 5 and under are free. 746-0366 or 270-303-1721.

The Nutcracker is playing at the Capital Arts Theater downtown at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children.

 

The Public Theater of Kentucky presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 3 p.m. 781-6233. Tickets are $13.00 and $10.00.

See the Library Page for more library events this week.

Again, please double-check each event before attending. Thanks!

 A big thanks again goes to: The Bowling Green Daily News, Soky Happenings Magazine, The Amplifier 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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