Events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area Fri. - Mon. August 16 - 20, 2012

This is such an exciting week for Bowling Green. 

The most exciting thing going on, I think, is Friday, when American Idol comes to town at Fountain Square Park.

NEW NEW - See photos from Friday's American Idol Small Town Bus Tour in Bowling Green Kentucky here.

This neat music score is from Shelley Freedman on Flickr.

Friday, August 17

Big News - The American Idol bus is in downtown Bowling Green today on Fountain Square. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. (Note the earlier time!) 

The event goes on until 4 p.m.

Find out more at the Daily News article. Police will be on hand to help you find a parking spot. Check the American Idol website also for information at the Small Town Bus Tour page.

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

The AARP meets today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church. The meeting is a potluck. Call for more info: 782-0712.

Tonight is Concerts in the Park! NOTE CHANGE: the Concerts have both been moved to Circus Square with sound from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Because of American Idol - this will cut down on squishiness!)

The Public Theatre of Kentucky presents Honk! Jr.: the Musical at 7 p.m. tonight at the Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are 8 and 10 dollars.

There is a Garden Party at the Cave... which cave? Lost River Cave. This will benefit the BGWC Humane Society. Tickets are $40.00 each. More info: 783-9404. 

Saturday, August 18

Be looking for some neat pictures and stories of the American Idol day yesterday today - - in many local news stations and of course in the Daily News. I will be watching the news for sure, and reading the newspaper.

Here are some more events for today:

Geocachers are invited to Basil Griffin Park for International Geocaching Day, from 6-7 p.m. at Picnic Shelter #1. Everyone is invited - meet other geocachers, and learn about geocaching. 270-779-6814.

The Public Theatre of Kentucky presents Honk! Jr.: the Musical at 7 p.m. tonight at the Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are 8 and 10 dollars.

The Bowling Green Hot Rods has a game tonight at the BG Ballpark and also fireworks after the game. 901-2121. See the BG Hot Rods Baseball web page here.

Orchestra Kentucky and the Rewinders play at 7:30 p.m. at SkyPAC. The program is Sgt. Pepper on Abbey Road. See the SKyPAC page about it here: SKyPAC Sgt. Pepper page.

Sunday, August 19

Russell Sims Aquatic Center is the location for the 2012 Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon today starting at 8 a.m. Find out more and how to register here: http://www.triathlon.ggclinic.com.

The BG Hot Rods play today also at 2 p.m. at the BG Ballpark. 901-2121. See the BG Hot Rods Baseball web page here.

Lost River Cave is having a free class today called Introduction to Geocaching at 1-3 p.m. at the Lost River Cave River Birch Room. Find out more: 393-0077 and the Lost River Cave Events page.

The Public Theatre of Kentucky presents Honk! Jr.: the Musical at 3 p.m. today at the Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are 8 and 10 dollars.

Eastwood Baptist church is offering a free Gospel Homecoming featuring a 100-person singing choir, a band and quartet, plus homemade desserts afterwards! 842-7867.

Monday, August 20

The Main Branch library is offering a free computer class today, Microsoft Excel Advanced, from 6-7:30 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Hot Rods baseball team plays tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the BG Ballpark. 901-2121. See the BG Hot Rods Baseball web page here.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance Club meets every Monday at the Fraternal Order of Police for adults age 21 and over. Find out more: 991-4040.

Russell Sims Aquatic Center has a Lap Swim tonight from 7-9 p.m. The cost is $4.00. More info: 393-3271.

And Save this Date:

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. 

Have a fun rest of the week!

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Selected events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area Thursday - Sunday, August 9-12, 2012

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.

Saturday, August 11th

Today is a Second Saturday Street Fair on Fountain Square in downtown Bowling Green, Kentucky. Come by for many activities, booths, and lots of fun. Find out more:  The Visit BGKY Second Saturday Page and also see (and like!) Second Saturdays on Facebook.

Hospice of Southern Kentucky has a Run/Walk to Remember today starting at 8 a.m. at Ephram White Park. This event has a 4-mile run and a two-mile walk. Find out more: 782-3402.

A free computer class takes place today at the Smiths Grove branch library. It is Downloading eBooks and Audiobooks. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

This is Ag Awareness night at Chaney's Dairy Barn from 4 - 7:30, featuring AG vendors, free goodies, hayrides and pony rides, much more. This event is free. It is followed by Ice Cream and a Moovie, featuring the movie "Barnyard." Find out more: http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com/.

Today and tomorrow is the NADAC Sanctioned Dog Agility Trial at the L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center. 745-3976. Find out more: Dog Agility Trial site on Wix. There is a PDF file you can download from this site on the page too.

Sunday, August 12th

The NADAC Sanctioned Dog Agility Trial continues today at the L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center. 745-3976. Find out more: Dog Agility Trial site on Wix. There is a PDF file you can download from this site on the page too.

Beech Bend Park has NHRA Drag Racing today. Doors open at 10, Time Trials are at noon. Find out more at the Beech Bend dragstrip page.

The Cumberland Presbyterian Church as an Old Fashioned Homemade Ice Cream Social with a Cake Walk and Cake Auction today from 4-8 p.m. Find out more: 270-783-2274.

And Save the Dates!

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. 
 

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Events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, June 23-25

 June 23-25, Saturday through Monday in the Bowling Green Kentucky area.

It has been great weather, but we could use some rain in the next few days.

The Fountain Square Fountain - beautiful!

Saturday, June 23rd

Today the WKU Chess Club is sponsoring a Stakz Super Cool Summer Block Party Chess Tournament from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. K through 12 players only. Register online at http://www.hilltopperchess.net. Cost is $10.00.

The Historic Rail Park and Train Museum is having Rail Tales at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. 745-7317.

A benefit Garden Tour and Tea is today to benefit Kids on the Block. Tickets are $20.00 each. Call 842-2259 for info. From the Facebook page:

"Garden Tour and Tea Tickets are now on sale! $20 before the day of the event and $25 the day of the event. If you would like to purchase a ticket there are several places that are selling them, they are:
Riley's Bakery, Warden & Company, Hillview Garden & Floral, Barre & Company and Zingarella.
Or you can stop by the KOB office located at 2465 Russellville Road Bowling Green KY!
Please help us bring important educational puppet programs to Warren County by participating in our Garden Tour & Tea!" 

Get more information at the website.



SKyPAC has Nashville Backstage tonight with H1T Songwriters at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15.50 to $30.50. 904-1880.

Sunday, June 24th

Today is the Butterfly Celebration at Lost River Cave at 1-4 p.m. Find out more at the Lost River Events page. From the website: "On Sunday, June 24 from 1pm – 4 pm, rain or shine, families flock to the valley to release a butterfly. The first 200 kids to arrive at the Butterfly Habitat will set a butterfly free in the garden."

Monday, June 25th

Today the Bowling Green libraries have special events. Go to the Library pages for more info. (click on the Events link).

Chaney's Dairy Barn has Farm Tours today at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. These must be booked ahead of time. Go to their website to find out more, and to their Farm Tour page.

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. 


Look for more events soon.

I love Bowling Green! 

Have a great day!

-Betsyanne

These are just a few events for the next few days. 

Find more at this blog on the right side. 

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Selected events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area - June 8-10, 2012

this neat collage is from the moon stars and paper blog.

There are just a few events listed here this week. I will do a bigger event list soon. Be sure to double-check each event before attending.

Friday, June 8th, 2012

The Warren County Extension office is having Dairy Day today from 9-12 noon with lots of activities. Registration is $10.00 Call 842-1681 for more info.

A free computer class, Introduction to Genealogy Resources, is today at 10 a.m. to noon at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Chaney's Dairy Barn has Tours today - - cost is $7.00. You must book in advance:843-5567.

Barnes and Noble bookstore is having a Book Fair to support BRIMS today at 1 p.m. Find out more:
746-9779.

Riders in the Sky perform tonight at SKyPAC at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 to $17.

Saturday, June 9th

Today is the Second Saturday Street Fair from 9-3 or 5 in downtown Bowling Green, Kentucky all around Fountain Square Park. Lots of booths will be there, food, activities for the kids, music, and much more. Find out more at their Facebook page here: http://www.facebook.com/SecondSaturdaysBG.

The Pots Place at 428 East Main Street will be open with lots of fun pottery and art to see. Come by to visit!

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has RailTales at 10 a.m. for preschoolers.

Live near or in Scottsville? Andee Rudloff has a mural painting in Scottsville today which you can participate in. Just go to Have 4 Change at 49 Hillview Drive in Scottsville.

The Cavemen Barbershop Chorus performs at 7 p.m. at South Warren High School tonight. Tickets are $12. in advance and $15. at the door. Find out more: 270-202-0515.

Octagon Hall on Nashville Road is the site of a Ghost Hunt Weekend live at 4 p.m. Tickets are $225.00. SyFy Channel Ghost Hunters will be there. Tickets are limited - call 1-800-604-9101.

Chaney's Dairy Barn is giving a benefit for Josh Thomas, who was in a car accident, at 4-8 p.m. today. Call for info: 843-5567.

The Aviation Heritage Park is having a Hangar Party today at the Warren County Regional Airport starting at 6i p.m. Music starts at 8. Tickets are $30.00 for adults and $15.00 for ages 6-12.

Sunday, June 10th
Today is the Southern Kentucky Team Penning Association at 8 a.m. at the Ag Expo Center. Find out more: 745-3976.

Betsyanne

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.

Want to see more events? Click on the links to the right here at the blog. Just scroll down to see them.


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Events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky Area - May 24-31, 2012

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.

Thursday, May 24

Today from 4-8, the Russell Sims Aquatic Center welcomes school kids from 4-8. Find out more: 393-3249.

From the WKU Events pages:  "6:30 p.m.  FILM SERIES: Shot Through the Heart. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764."

The WKU Chess club meets at 6 p.m. at the Faculty House.

The Phoenix Theater features a Dance Arts Showcase at 7 p.m. Tickets are just $4.00 each. 842-6811.

Friday, May 25

The 17th Annual Bozniak Convention of North America is being held at the Sloan Convention Center this weekend. Call for public events. Call 270-320-6151. Find out more here: Bozniak Convention page.

From the WKU Events pages:  2 p.m. INFORMATIONAL SESSION on history and culture of Bosnia. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764.

A Dance Images dance recital is tonight at 7 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Hall. This event is free. 782-0514.

Saturday, May 26

The 17th Annual Bozniak Convention of North America is being held at the Sloan Convention Center this wekend. Call for public events. Call 270-320-6151. Find out more here: Bozniak Convention page.

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum has Bobby Rascoe (Snowball Express) speaking at 8:30 a.m. Info: 745-7317. They also have RailTales for preschoolers at 10 a.m.

A Dance Images dance recital is today at 7 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Hall. This event is free. 782-0514.  Call to double-check this time.

There is a Vette City Roller Derby game at 5 p.m. today at the Skate Box. It is a double header. Tickets are $10.  http://www.vettecityrollerderby.org/

Sunday, May 27

 The 17th Annual Bozniak Convention of North America is being held at the Sloan Convention Center this wekend. Call for public events. Call 270-320-6151. Find out more here: Bozniak Convention page.

The Holy Spirit Catholic Church will dedicate their new Labyrinth today at 11 a.m. with a special prayer service.

A Dance Images dance recital is today at 7 p.m. at WKU's Van Meter Hall. This event is free. 782-0514.  Call to double-check this time.

Beech Bend Park has NHRA Sports Nationals today starting at 10 a.m.

Monday, May 28

Today is Memorial Day.

Tuesday, May 29

The Historic Railpark and Train Museum has RailTales for preschoolers at 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. 745-7317.

Bowling Green Retirement Village ends their Older Americans Month Celebration today with live music at 3 p.m. 842-5433.

A free computer class is offered today at 1-3 p.m. at the Main branch library, Introduction to Genealogy Resources. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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

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.

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.

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.

More events:

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

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

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Bowling Green Kentucky events May 16-23, 2012

More events for this week - - Wednesday May 16 - Wednesday May 23rd

...in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky.

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

One of my favorite places - Capitol Arts Theater.

Wednesday, May 16
 A free computer class is offered today from 6-7 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Today is Warren County Day at the Ballpark. You can get box seats with your Warren County ID. Find out more here.

Thursday, May 17
A free computer class is offered today, Computing for Seniors, from 10-11 a.m. at the Main branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Michael Palmer, author, will speak at the Christ Episcopal Church next to the Main branch library at 6 p.m. You can pick free tickets up at a library location. 781-4882.

From the WCVK Community Happenings Page: "5/17/12 Help Raise funds for NAMI BG Chapter and catch a Hot Rods game on Thursday May 17th 2012 game time is 6:35 pm. Hot Rods vs. Dayton Dragons. Tickets are $10.00 and you can get those by calling Larry Gregory at 270-618-6128."

Another free computer class, Lego at the Library, is at the  Bob Kirby Library at 6 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. 782-0252.

The WKU Chess Club meets today at the Log Cabin 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.

Oliver North will speak at a benefit dinner for the Foundation Christian Academy at Sloan Conventin Center tonight at 6:30 p.m. Find out more: 780-6100.

Bowling Green Retirement Village has a wheelchair and Scooter Parade today at 2 p.m. to raise awareness for Older Americans Month.

Fountain Square Players presents Designing Women Live at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 and $12. 782-3119.

Friday, May 18
The Frist has a free admission day today as part of International Museum Day. Find out more here. (scroll down).

The 15th Annual BB &I T Soap Box Derby is today at 4:30 p.m. at Phil Moore Park. Find out more: 791-3753.

Fountain Square Players presents Designing Women Live at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 and $12. 782-3119.

Saturday, May 19
Service Members and their families get free admission to the Frist in Nashville today. See more about it (scroll down).

Beech Bend Park has S-10 Super Nationals today from 8-4. 781-7634.

Bowling Green High School has a Make It Shine Car Show and Silent Auction from 9-12 noon to benefit the local MS Chapter. They also have a Car, Truck, and Motorcycle show from 9-12 with free admission. Call for more informaton: 270-320-6389.

Andee Rudloff talks about The Tuning of SKyPAC at 10 a.m. at the BRIMS location in Greenwood Mall today. 843-9779.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "5/19/12 Ride 4 A Cure motorcycle ride for Relay for Life fundraiser, starts at Harley Davidson on Cumberland Trace road, Bowling Green, Ky. And ends at a local park. On May 19th 2012. 9:00 am registration. $10.00 per bike, $5.00 for a food ticket. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. For more information call: Pam Merry at 270-792-3052."

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has Rail Tales today for preschoolers at 10 a.m.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "5/19/12 Rockfield United Methodist Church, Rockfield, Ky. Will be having a Community Health Fair on May 19th 2012 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm with Children’s activities, health screenings and information, gifts, refreshments, and door prizes. Donation of 1 jar of peanut butter per family requested to give to food banks. For more information please call: Linda Sparks at 270-782-2690."

A Taking Care of Mom and Dad class is at the Community Education location from 10 am. to 12 noon. Space is limited. CAll 842-4281 to register.

A Dance Arts recital is today at 10 a.m. at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium. Tickets are $10.00. 842-6811.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "5/19/12 Parent’s Saturday Out, Fairview United Methodist Church, Bowling Green, KY, is May 19 from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Your children will have an age appropriate craft, recreation, movie and snack. This is offered at no cost and open to the public. For more information contact: Anne Miller at 270-745-9977 or email: anne.miller@topper.wku.edu." 

The Bowling Green Rose Show is today at the American Legion  Hall on Dishman Lane from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. 842-3475.

Lost River Cave has their Junior Naturalist Program today from 2-4 p.m. for ages 6-12. Cost is $10.00. 393-0077.

This is Preview Weekend for the Russell Sims Aquatic Center from 4-8. 393-3271.

WKU Houchens Smith Stadium hosts a concert by John Mellencamp and Court Yard Hounds. Tickets are free for customers of Independence Bank. From the WKU Events site:
"6:30 p.m.  CONCERT: Sounds of Independence featuring John Mellencamp and Court Yard Hounds. Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Contact Independence Bank, 781-1776."

Fountain Square Players presents Designing Women Live at the Phoenix Theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 and $12. 782-3119.

Sunday, May 20
Fountain Square Players presents Designing Women Live at the Phoenix Theater at 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 and $12. 782-3119.


Today is the annual Fairy Garden Tour and Tea from 1-5 at various homes, presented by the Bowling Green Garden Club. Buy tickets at Riley's Bakery, the Wild Bird and Nature Store, or Club members.

From the WKU Events page: "6 p.m. FILM SERIES: In the Land of Blood and Honey. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764."

Monday, May 21
The Corvette City Bop and Dance Club meets from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the FOP. Call 991-4040 for more information.

From the WCVK Community Happenings page: "5/21/12 “Insuring a Cure” relay for life team is having a benefit Monday, May 21st 2012 at Sweet Cece’s Frozen Yogurt and Treats in Buckhead Square, Bowling Green, Ky. From 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. 20% of event sales will go to American Cancer Society. For more information call Kathy at 270-781-6200."

From the WKU Events page:  "6:30 p.m. FILM SERIES: Grabavic: The Land of My Dreams. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764."

Tuesday, May 22
The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has Rail Tales today for preschoolers at 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

From the WKU Events page:  "6:30 p.m.  FILM SERIES: The Remake. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764."

"6:45 p.m. SUN BELT CONFERENCE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Family Night. Bowling Green Ballpark. Contact Athletic Media Relations, 745-4298."

A Women in Charge Luncheon is today, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at the Medical Center Auditorium. You must pre-register to attend. 745-1010.

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

The Bowling Green Retirement Village has a Senior Prom today at 4 p.m. 842-5433.

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

Another free computer class is held at 6-7 p.m.at the Main Branch library. The class is Learn to Download eBooks and Audiobooks. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

SKyPac presents Riverdance at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $43.50 to$63.50. 904-1880.

Wednesday, May 23
From the WKU Events page: 
"SUN BELT CONFERENCE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT. Bowling Green Ballpark. Games at 11 a.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Contact Athletic Media Relations, 745-4298. "

"6:30 p.m. FILM SERIES: The Hunting Party. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of WKU events in conjunction with the Seventeenth Convention of Bosniaks in North America. Contact Jerry Daday, 745-8764."

All for now,

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Wednesday and Thursday this week in the BG, KY area

Events for Wednesday and Thursday, May 9th and 10th in the BG, KY area

Flora at Fountain Square Park 2010 by Betsy Sheppard.

Be looking for all the rest of the events listings for this week on Thursday.

This is Children's Book week.

Wednesday, May 9th

A free computer class is today. It is Introduction to Genealogy REsources, at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Cal 781-4882.

Thursday, May 10th

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

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.


Have a great day and week.


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Events in the Bowling Green Kentucky area May 1-8

Here 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.

Tuesday, May 1st 

From the WKU Events page: "4 p.m.  PRODUCTION: Last Chance to Dance. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center’s Russell Miller Theatre. Free admission. Contact Theatre and Dance, 745-5845.

7 p.m.  CONCERT: The Symphony’s Concerto. Van Meter Hall. Admission is $10; $5 for students. Contact Music Department, 745-3751.

7 p.m.  PLANETARIUM SHOW: Interpreting the Narrative of our Ancient Earth. Hardin Planetarium. Contact Richard Gelderman, 745-4044.

7 p.m.  LAST LECTURE SERIES: Ronald Milliman. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Contact Tori Henninger, 745-2688.

Wednesday, May 2nd

The Wild Bird and Nature Store has their annual Herb Festival today from 9-6.

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

The Skate Box has a Momma Smurf Birthday Relay for Life benefit skate today from 6-9 p.m.

Thursday, May 3rd

The Wild Bird and Nature Store Herb Festival continues today from 9-6.

From the WKU Events page:  "2012 WESTERN KENTUCKY FILM FESTIVAL. Mass Media and Technology Hall. Contact Ron DeMarse, 745-2840.

7:30 p.m.  AN EVENING WITH JOHN CARPENTER. Mass Media and Technology Hall Auditorium. Part of the 2012 Western Kentucky Film Festival. Contact Ron DeMarse, 745-2840."

A free computer class, Introduction to Pinterest, is today at 10 a.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

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.

Another free computer class is today, Lego at the Library, at 6 p.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

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

PTK presents Becky's New Car, a play at the Phoenix Theatre, at 7 p.m. More info: 781-6233. Tickets are $10 and $13.

The WKU Harden Planetarium has a free planetarium show at 7 p.m. called Interpreting the Narrative of Our Ancient Earth. Seating is first come, first served. More info: 745-4044.

Friday, May 4th

From the WKU Events page:  "2012 WESTERN KENTUCKY FILM FESTIVAL. Mass Media and Technology Hall. Screenings begin at 5 p.m. followed by awards ceremony. Contact Ron DeMarse, 745-2840.

2 p.m.  MUSIC HALL DEDICATION. Music Hall. Contact Music Department, 745-3751."

The Wild Bird and Nature Store Herb Festival continues today from 9-6.

The Housing Authority of Bowling Green is having a Life and Money Matters Job Readiness and Information workshop from 9-12 noon (with registration at 8:30) at 247 Double Springs Road. Free health screenings will also be available. Find out more at a recent BG Daily News article. 

The Ambiance Gallery and Antiquities at 332 College Street has a Karaoke event from 6-8 p.m. 791-6682.

The Capital Arts Youth Theater present Arthur's Stone, Merlin's Fire: The Making of a King at 7 p.m. at the Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787. Tickets are $6.00 to $12.00.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats perform at SKyPAC tonight at 7:30. Tickets are $15 to $22.50.

The WKU Dept. of Theatre and Dance present a play, Ordinary High, at 7 p.m. at the Gordon Wilson Lab Theater. This play is for mature audiences. ore info: 745-5845.

PTK presents Becky's New Car, a play at the Phoenix Theatre, at 8 p.m.. More info: 781-6233. Tickets are $10 and $13.

Saturday, May 5th

The Capital Arts Youth Theater present Arthur's Stone, Merlin's Fire: The Making of a King at 7 p.m. at the Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787. Tickets are $6.00 to $12.00.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church has a Labyrinth Walk today as part of World Labyrinth Day at 1 p.m. Pray and walk in unity. More info: 842-7777. 

Beech Bend Park opens today at 10 a.m. 781-7634.

The Mini Corvette Challenge is today, benefitting Junior Achievement, at the National Corvette Museum. Find out more at this WBKO article or call 782-0280.

The Wild Bird and Nature Store has a Garden Seminar today at 11 a.m.  and continues their Herb Festival from 9-6. 746-0203.

The WKU Dept. of Theatre and Dance present a play, Ordinary High, at 7 p.m. at the Gordon Wilson Lab Theater. This play is for mature audiences. ore info: 745-5845.

The Sewing Center on Campbell Lane is having a Craft Fair today from 10-2 to benefit Breast Cancer Research. 842-2434.

PTK presents Becky's New Car, a play at the Phoenix Theatre, at 8 p.m.. More info: 781-6233. Tickets are $10 and $13.

Sunday, May 6th

Today is the great Kentucky Derby race. There are parties and events all over town today. Check at the SoKy Happenings site for many of these.

The Wild Bird and Nature Store continues their Herb Festival from 9-6. 746-0203.

PTK presents Becky's New Car, a play at the Phoenix Theatre, at 3 p.m.. More info: 781-6233. Tickets are $10 and $13.

The Capital Arts Youth Theater present Arthur's Stone, Merlin's Fire: The Making of a King at 7 p.m. at the Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787. Tickets are $6.00 to $12.00.

Also, the Baker Chamber Players play at 3:00 at the Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum. 745-7681.

Monday, May 7th

Bowling Green Retirement Village has  Walk the Walk event today at 3 p.m. for residents, family, and freinds. 842-5433.

A free computer class, Introduction to Computers and the Internet, is today at the Main Branch library from 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to atttend. Call 781-4882.

Tuesday, May 8th

The Fountain Square Business Association meets today at 8 a.m. at the Princess Building on Main Street. The public is invited.

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has Rail Tales for preschoolers from 10:15 to 10:45 today.

Riverview at Hobson Grove has an Embroidery Workshop for Children today at 3:30. You must be pre-registered to attend. Call 843-5565.

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

Another free computer class, MS Word for Beginners, is at the Main Branch library at 6 to 7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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

Add your event with a comment, or just say hi.

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 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.

Events Monday Dec. 12 - Sunday Dec. 18th 2011

Here is BG it is is getting colder... soon we may see snow...!!!

Here are just a few events going on this week. 

Monday, December 12 - Sunday, December 18th

Are you ready for the holidays? I'm not. But I am working on it.

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 Visitbgky.com site: Carriage Rides are available through December 31st on Fountain Square each night.

Snow Magic Shows will be at Greenwood Mall this week at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. daily.
Santa will also be at the Mall this week. See the Greenwood Mall Calendar for more events.

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."

Monday, December 12th

A free math and science class is today at the ALIVE Center on Nashville Road from 4-5 p.m. This is for grades 5-8. More info: 270-746-9508 or 502-544-7221.  

A free Victorian Christmas cards class is at the Main Library today at 4 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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

The Houchens Center has its famous Trees of Christmas exhibit up from 10-2 today. Admission is free for this event, donations of hats, gloves, and scarves are appreciated. This event continues all week. See above for times.

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 13th
Today is the Community Chorus auditions from 5;45 - 7:15 p.m. at the Nicely Conference Center for grades 4-6. Rehearsals will be Tuesdays (PM) at First Christian Church.

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.

See the Library Page for library events this week. 

Wednesday, December 14th

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

A genealogy class is at the Bob Kirby branch library today at 2 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. 
 Call 782-0252. 

Another free computer class is at the Main Branch library today from 2-3 p.m. It is "Locate Scrumptious Recipes Online". You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

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.

This 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 more library events this week.  

Thursday, December 15th
 The Wildflower Gift Shop at Lost River Cave has a Food and Beverage Tasting today with free samples. 393-0077.

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 Public Theater of Kentucky is showing "The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's production of A Christmas Carol" tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets are 12. 00 for adults, 10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children under 12. 782-3119.

See the Library Page for library events this week.  

Friday, December 16th

Bowling Green City Hall has their annual Open House today at 1001 College Sreet from 2-4 p.m. All citizens are invited. 393-3000. ("Music, food, and festivities..." as per the Soky Calendar.)


The Public Theater of Kentucky is showing "The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's production of A Christmas Carol" tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets are 12. 00 for adults, 10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children under 12.  782-3119.

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.
 

Saturday, December 17th  
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.

Lost River Cave has Kids Only Shopping today at their gift shop. Proceeds benefit the Nature Center. 393-0077.

The Public Theater of Kentucky is showing "The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's production of A Christmas Carol" tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets are 12. 00 for adults, 10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children under 12.  782-3119.

Orchestra Kentucky has a concert tonight, A Rockin' Christmas, at WKU's Van Meter Auditorium. Tickets are $26.00 - $36.00. 846-2426, http://www.orchestrakentucky.com.

Sunday, December 18th

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.

The Nutcracker Interactive Ballet Tea Party is today at Dance Arts. Tickets are 16.00 for one child and one adult. You must pre-register to attend. 1751 Scottsville Road. Find out more: 842-6811.

The Public Theater of Kentucky is showing "The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's production of A Christmas Carol" today at 3 p.m. Tickets are 12. 00 for adults, 10.00 for students and seniors, and $8.00 for children under 12.  782-3119.

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. 





Add your cheap or free event as a comment. 

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Cheap and Free stuff for this week Sept. 7-13

Some of This week's Cheap and Free Stuff

in and around Bowling Green, KY

Wednesday Sept. 9 Astronomy Public Viewing 8:00 p.m. Free and open to the public. 745-4357 Thompson Complex, WKU (next to the Planetarium)

Free screenings will be held all week at the Health and Wellness Center at Greenwood Mall. Check the site for more information:
http://www.mcbg.org/calendar/

Balloons, Tunes and BBQ is this weekend (starts Thursday). Check out their site here: http://balloonstunesbbq.com/

Friday, Sept. 11 2009 Festival of Sand - come see all the sculptures made of sand. This event is FREE to the public. Then they have a Bash at 5:00 p.m. Find out more at the Kids on the Block site and at the My Ky. Events site.
 
Watch a video about making sand sculpture at the 2007 event here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjmTLPtRULY

Fri., Sept 11 Teen Scene 3:30 p.m. at Bob Kirby Branch Library 782-0252. Melted Crayon Bookmarks. Check out the new Teen Space web page and link to Facebook.

I gleaned some of these from Soky Happenings. Their website is at http://www.sokyhappenings.com/, and they have free classifieds there too. Of course, there is a LOT more going on in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky this week. Check out the links at the right to find out even more.

Saturday Sept. 12: watch for balloons this morning in the sky.

Sat., Sept. 12: Grand Opening of Commonwealth Feeds, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Live music, prize drawings, and food. 1360 Memphis Junction Road BG 846-0065.

Sunday, Sept. 13: FREE recital at WKU. The Glory of Voice and Organ 3:00 p.m.WKU FAC (Fine Arts Center). 745-3751.

Sun., Sept. 13: Puppy Paddle at Russell Sims Aquatic Center. 10 a.m. - noon. Dogs only will swim. $10. per dog. Dogs must have all vaccinations. Proceeds will benefit the BG/WC Humane Society.

There is a LOT more going on this week.

PTK's Sunburst Youth Theater is presenting Twinderella this weekend.
Beech Bend Park is having Drag Racing...
Lil' Angels Attic is having their yearly sale...

and there is lots more to do in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Check out SOKY Happenings. You can pick the magazine up at Candle Makers on the Square, Jackson's Orchard, Morris Jewelers, Kentucky Downs, the Shaker Museum, the Jewelry Barn and Pawn Shop, The Medical Center, and lots more places.

Find more cheap and free stuff by looking at the links. Just scroll down on the right side of this blog.

More sites:
The BG Public Library Calendar


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