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Sunday, September 16, 2012

Events and things to do this week, Mon.-Wed., September 17-19

Here are some selected events going on Monday-Wednesday of this week in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky.

This week, all week long, Chaney's has their Corn Maze open! Find out more at their site here: http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com/.

A corn maze in England. By Lewis Clarke, from geograph.org.uk, on Wikimedia Commons.

Jackson's Orchard has Apple Time this month! Find out more: http://www.jacksonsorchard.com/.

Monday, September 17th
Hotel, Inc. has an Open House today from 12:30 p.m. on. Find out more at this Daily News article.

A free computer class is offered today from 6-7:30 p.m., Microsoft Excel Intermediate. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

The Corvette City Bop and Dance club meets tonight from 6:30 - 930 p.m. at the FOP for ages 21 and up. Call for more info: 991-4040.

Orchestra Kentucky plays at SKyPAC tonight at 7:30. Find out more: 904-1880 and http://www.orchestrakentucky.com/. This is their opening night.

Tuesday, September 18th
The Graham Drive community library has a Mac Lab today from 3-5 p.m. Call for more information: 781-1441.

The Main branch library also offers a free computer class today, Learn to Download Ebooks and Audiobooks at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Author Dianna Love will discuss her book "Curse" at 6i p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library.
You can pick up your free ticket at any library location. 782-0252. Here is her website: http://www.AuthorDiannaLove.com.

Wednesday, Septemer 19th
AARP sponsors a Driver Safety Program today from 9-1 at the Health and Wellness Center at Chandler Park. You must pre-register to attend. Find out more: 745-0942.

The Main branch library offers a free computer class today, Computing for Seniors, from 10-11 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Another free computer class is offered today from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Smiths Grove branch library. It is Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

The Bob Kirby Branch library offers another free class, Introduction to Social Networking, at 2:30 p.m. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.
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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Monday, August 20, 2012

Bowling Green area events Tuesday-Monday, August 21-27

Bowling Green had the American Idol bus visit downtown last week.

It was so exciting. You can see photos of this event by clicking on this link.

This week has some good events too.

Tuesday, August 21st

The Graham Drive Community Library has a Mac Lab today from 3-5 for all ages. Find out more: 781-1441.

And here is something REALLY fun.

JJ Walker of Good Times. Photo from Wikimedia Commons.

Jimmie JJ Walker, author and actor, will be discussing his book, "Dyn-O-Mite" at 6 p.m. at the Episcopal Church next to the Main branch library. Get your free ticket at any library location or call 781-4882.

SKyPAC has The Tempest showing today through Thursday. http://www.theskypac.com/event/tempest.
Tickets are $15, $12, and $8. Check the site for school day performances too.

Auditions are today for the SOKY Community Children's Chorus for grades 4-7 at 6-7:30 at the Knicely Conference Center. You must pre-register before the auditions. Call 745-1912 for information and to pre-register.

Beech Bend Raceway has Tuesday Night Drags Fun Racing tonight. Gates open at 6. 781-7634, http://www.beechbend.com.

The Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball team has All You Can Eat Tuesday at Home Run Grill today for an $8.00 ticket upgrade. The game takes place at the BG Ballpark at 6:30 p.m. More info: 901-2121 or http://www.bghotrods.com.

Wednesday, August 22nd

Today a free computer class is offered at the Main Branch library at 6-7 p.m., Introduction to Genealogy Resources. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

SKyPAC has The Tempest showing today and tomorrow. http://www.theskypac.com/event/tempest.
Tickets are $15, $12, and $8. Check the site for school day performances too.

Thursday, August 23rd

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

SKyPAC has The Tempest showing today. http://www.theskypac.com/event/tempest.
Tickets are $15, $12, and $8. Check the site for school day performances too.

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

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

The Bowling Green Hot Rods has Thrifty Thursday today with $2 food and drink specials until the 7th inning. The game is at the BG Ballpark at 6:30. More info: 901-2121 or http://www.bghotrods.com.

Honk, Jr., the Musical plays tonight at 7 p.m. at the PTK (Public Theatre of Kentucky) Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $8.00 and $10.00. 781-6233.

Auditions are today for the Southern Kentucky Choral Society from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (show up any time in this time frame) and 7-9 p.m. (make an appointment first) at the WKU Music Rehearsal Hall #208.
Call 745-1912 to make your appointment, email sing@wku.edu or go to http://www.wku.edu/sing for information and to pre-register. Here is info from the WBKO Community Events page: "Audition to be a part of the Southern KY Choir. This group, composed of over 100 community members and students from all backgrounds and occupation, is looking for new music lovers to sing during the fall semester. Modest auditions are held to ensure proper voice placement within the ensemble. Keep Singing, Bowling Green! Drew Mitchell, 270-799-3739".

Friday, August 24th

Auditions are today for the Southern Kentucky Choral Society from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (show up any time in this time frame) Call 745-1912 for more info., email sing@wku.edu or go to http://www.wku.edu/sing.
Here is info from the WBKO Community Events page: "Audition to be a part of the Southern KY Choir. This group, composed of over 100 community members and students from all backgrounds and occupation, is looking for new music lovers to sing during the fall semester. Modest auditions are held to ensure proper voice placement within the ensemble. Keep Singing, Bowling Green! Drew Mitchell, 270-799-3739".

A free computer class is today from 2-3 p.m., Email for Beginners, at the Smiths Grove Branch Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 563-6651.

Chaney's has another Ice Cream and a Moo-vie tonight at dusk, "Smurfs". This event is free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, no outside food please.

Honk, Jr., the Musical plays tonight at 7 p.m. at the PTK (Public Theatre of Kentucky) Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $8.00 and $10.00. 781-6233.

Bowling Green Hot Rods have a Drawstring backpack giveaway tonight. It is also Scout sleepover night. The game starts at 7 p.m. at the Bowling Green Ballpark. More info: 901-2121 or http://www.bghotrods.com.

There are Concerts in the Park at both Fountain Square Park and Circus Square Park starting at 6 p.m. and going to 10 p.m. 782-0222.

Tonight there is an Agape Gala starting at 6 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church at 1215 State Street to benefit Hospice of Southern Kentucky. This event is black tie optional, and features a sit-down dinner, silent and live auctions, and music and dancing. Tickets are $75.00. Call 843-6563.

Saturday, August 25th

The Historic RailPark and Train Museum has another of their All Aboard Series. This morning from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. their topic is Hobos: The Life and Times of an American Icon. 745-7317. Debra Henninger will be the speaker.

The Main branch library has a free Lee Martin Writing Workshop today on writing memoirs from 10 a.m. to noon. More info: 781-4882.

The BG Masonic Lodge #73 at 1601 Westen Avenue is having an All-You-Can Eat Catfish Fry today from 3-7 p.m. to benefit the Orphans and Widows Fund. 270-202-7847.

Chaney's has a Family Fun Fest today from 10-3. 270-843-5567. They also have another Ice Cream and a Moo-vie tonight at dusk, "Smurfs". This event is free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, no outside food please.

Christ United Methodist Church has a Cave Mill Cookout today from 4:30 - 7 p.m. This event is free. 842-4343.

Today is also the free Family Fun Day at WKU's Houchens-Smith Stadium from 4-6 p.m. 270-745-6562. This event has lots of fun activities like meeting touring the football facility and "WKU football team, cheerleaders, Topperettes, Big Red and more." See this article to find out more: WBKO Article.

Bowling Green Evening Lions are sponsoring a Magic Show at 7i p.m. at Warren East High School. More info: 843-1728.

Honk, Jr., the Musical plays tonight at 7 p.m. at the PTK (Public Theatre of Kentucky) Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $8.00 and $10.00. 781-6233.

Sunday, August 26th

Honk, Jr., the Musical plays today at 3 p.m. at the PTK (Public Theatre of Kentucky) Phoenix Theater at 545 Morris Alley. Tickets are $8.00 and $10.00. 781-6233.

Monday, August 27th

A free computer class, Introduction To Genealogy Resources, takes place today at the Main branch library from 9-11 a.m. You must pre-register to attend. 781-4882.

The Women in Charge Luncheon is today from 12-1 at the Medical Center Auditorium. You must pre-register to attend. More info: 745-1010.

Another free computer class is today from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Main branch library, Facebook for Beginners. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

And Save this Date:

September 29th is the International Festival.

You can download flyers for library events here.

I love Bowling Green!

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

Have a fun rest of the week!

Betsyanne

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area May 8-14

Beautiful spring flowers.

Events in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area May 8 - May 14, 2011

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.)

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.

New events are listed in blue, bolded.

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.

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

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 open this month. 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/

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 Squirrels in the Square:
Find 6 squirrels at participating shops in Fountain Square through the 31st of May 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

From the WKU Performing Arts Calendar:

"Kentucky Museum, April 15 – May 14, Department of Art Spring Graduating Seniors Exhibition
From Graphic Design to Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Weaving, Ceramics and Sculpture, this group exhibition, co-sponsored and hosted by the Kentucky Library and Museum, presents the work of the Department of Art’s Seniors graduating in the Spring of 2011. Saturday, May 14: Closing Reception".

Isabelle Barbuzza is having her an exhibition through May 13th at the WKU Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Main Gallery. 745-3944.

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

The Graduating Art Seniors from WKU have their exhibit April 15th through May 14th at the Kentucky Museum. 745-3944.

Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center (FAC) at Western will have a Visiting Artist Exhibition from April 1st through May 14th at the FAC Corridor Gallery. 745-3944, http://www.wku.edu/pcal

Anthony Wycihowski photos will be shown at the Bob Kirby Branch Library this month.

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.

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.

Events and classes:

Sunday, May 8th

Today is Mother's Day.

Ryan's is having a Mother's Day Buffet from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. today.

Rockin' B Horse and Carriage Company has carriage rides today for Mother's Day on Fountain Square in downtown Bowling Green today. The first 25 mothers will receive a free ride and a yellow rose. Other riders are $5.00 for adults and $1.00 for children 13 and under accompanied by a paying adult. Call 792-3838 for more information.

Parents skate free today from 2-5 p.m. with paid admission of child at The Skatebox. 843-3394.

Super Sunday Bowling is today, and the public is invited. This event is at REDZ, 4th floor at WKU's Downing University Center. Call for info: 745-5794.

The International Barrel Racing Association has their 2011 Kentucky Spring Extravaganza continuing today, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. Church service is at 8:30 a.m. and classes start at 10 a.m. Call 745-3976 for more information.

Micki's on Main also has a Mother's Day Buffet from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. You must have reservations to attend. Call 793-0450.

This is Rainhill Equine Rescue Facility's Visitor's Tour Day from 1-4 p.m. This Facility is at 11125 Kentucky Highway 185. 270-777-3164.

A Bark in the Park WKU Baseball Game is today at 1 p.m. at Nick Denes Field, WKU. Bring clay cat litter, bleach, 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper, or Clorox wipes and get free admission to the game. "Bring your leashed dog out and help support the Tops!

Monday, May 9th

The BG League of Bicyclists have 3 lengths of rides today, 8, 20, and 44 miles. Helmets are required. The rides begin at Chaney's Dairy Barn. Bikes will be parked in the grassy lot in back. For more info. see http://www.BGLOB.com.

WhaBah Steakhouse has another Kentucky Blues Society Teen Jam from 6-9 p.m. The whole family is invited. 782-6400.

Auditions are tonight from 7-9 p.m. at Bowling Green Junior High School for OLIVER, the musical, put on by Fountain Square Players June 23-26 at the Phoenix Theater. Roles are available for 12 children ages 7 and up, and 18 adults and young adults. Call for info: 782-3119.

Tuesday, May 10th

A Father and Son Car Building Project and Race starts at 6 p.m. at the Main BG library. It is for ages 4 and up. You must pre-register to attend. Call Stephanie at 781-4882 extension 212.

A free MacBook class, EBay for Beginners is from 6-7 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

Wednesday, May 11th

Kroger on Scottsville Road is having a Grocery Store Tour (Choosing Healthy Food) today from 8-9:#0 a.m. Pre-registration is required. Call 745-0942.

A free MacBook computer class, Genealogy Sources Online, is from 3-4 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library today. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

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

Free bowling, billiard and ping pong start at 6 pm. at REDZ at WKU, on 4th floor at the Downing University Center (DUC). This event is open to the public. 745-5794.

A free Performer of the Summer Recital, is today at 1 p.m. at WKU's Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center. For info., call 745-3751.

Thursday, May 12th
A free computer class, Microsoft PowerPoint for Beginners, is at 2 p.m. at the Main Branch library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.

Teen Thursday is tonight at 5 p.m. at the Graham Drive library. 781-1441.

Terri Blackstock, author, will speak at 6 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church Activity hall which is next door to the Main branch library. You must have a ticket, which is free at any Warren County Library branch.

A program called "No Bars" takes place at 5:30 p.m. It includes a Jail Tour. From the SOKY Happenings page: "This program focuses on breaking the cycle of incarceration among youth." The program is for 12-18 year olds in Bowling Green and nearby counties. Contact the 11th Street Baptist Church for more info. at 842-4911 or to sign up.

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.

Solar System Wonders is showing at the WKU Hardin Planetarium. This is a free event, and first-come first served when it comes to seating.

Friday, May 13th
A free MacBook class is today at the Bob Kirby Branch library from 2-3 p.m. The class is Introduction to Mac Word. You must pre-register to attend. Call 782-0252.

A Library of Congress "Gateway to Knowledge" display is today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. This event is free to the public. Info: 781-4882.

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

Saturday, May 14th
Today the Southern Kentucky Letter Carriers take canned soup, canned vegetables, peanut butter or cereal (other other non-perishables) when you leave them next to your mailbox. Help Stamp Out Hunger!

NAMI has a pancake breakfast fundraiser at Culver's on Scottsville Road from 7-10 a.m. Pancakes and bacon are $5.00 and milk is $1.00. http://www.nami.org.

The Second Saturday Street Fair is today downtown on Fountain Square from 9-3. 782-0222. http://www.downtownbg.org. This event will have Snow cones, Hawaiian ice, face painting, booths, music, balloon twisting, inflatables for the kids, and more.

Riverview at Hobson Grove has a Victorian Antique and Garden Festival today from 9-4. This event is free. Call 843-5565 for more info.

A Library of Congress "Gateway to Knowledge" display s today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bob Kirby branch library. This event is free to the public. Info: 781-4882.

A Pre-College String Recital is at 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center, WKU. today. 745-3751. This event is free.

Sunday, May 15th

The Riverview Invitational Golf Event is today with starting times at 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.. at the Golf Course at Riverview. Find out more: 393-3877.

More events coming up:

May 20th WKU will officially open the Confucious Institute and the Chinese Learning Center.
May 21st is the Soap Box Derby.
May 21st is also a Vette City Roller Derby game.

May 28th = the West Side Camp BBQ and Backyard Grilling Cook-Off

Beatlemadness is June 17^th at Capital Arts. For tickets call 270-846-2426, or 855-232-1452 (toll-free)

"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.

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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

August events - update #4, 8-17-10

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Hi, all!

This is the August 2010 - update #4.

Here are some fun events in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky for August.

Note: they are not all free.

I will be adding more (later events) this week too.

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

Some events require pre-registration.

Wednesday August 18

BG Neighborhood Sewing Group. 10 .m. - 12 noon. Bring your sewing machine, scissors, hread and some material to make Christmas gift items. All skill levels welcome. Warren County Extension Office, 3132 Nashville Road. Call with questions Maureen 991-4431 for details if you plan to go.

Email Basics class (free) 2-3 p.m. You must pre-register, call 781-4882. Main library.

Thursday, August 19

Thursday, August 19: Free computer class, Facebook for Beginners 9-11 a.m. BG Main Library, must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

TV Personality (The Gong Show host) Chuck Barris has a book discussion for his book, Della at 6 p.m. at the BG Main Library, 781-4882. Call for free tickets or pick them up at any BGPL location.
The Secret Garden, Sunburst Youth Theater of PTK, Phoenix Theater 7 p.m. http://www.ptkbg.org, 781-6233.

Friday, August 20

Friday, August 20, AARP meeting, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Speaker Barbara Johnson. Chapter book sale is today too. 1106 State Street. Call for info: 842-2832.

August 20: International Newgrass Festival 12 p.m. Gates open 8 a.m. Oakland, 270-784-0757.

The Secret Garden, Sunburst Youth Theater of PTK, Phoenix Theater 8 p.m. http://www.ptkbg.org, 781-6233.

Sunday, August 22: International Newgrass Festival, Oakland. Gates open at 8:00 a.m. 784-0757.

Bob Kirby Branch Library: Teen Scene, 3:30 p.m. 782-0252.

August 20: Give My Regards to Broadway will run today through Sunday. Tonight: 7 p.m. Capital Arts Youth Theater. A musical comedy. George Gershwin music. Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787.
Olde Stone PRIDE, The Club at Olde Stone, http://www.bgky.org/operationpride. Pre-pasta dinner.

August 20: Ice Cream and a MOO-vie, Chaney's Dairy Barn, starts at dusk. 843-5567. http://www.ChaneysDairyBarn.com. The movie = Monsters vs. Aliens.

Olde Stone PRIDE Pre-Pasta Dinner, The Club at Olde Stone, http://www.bgky.org/operationpride. Call for more info. 745-0090.

August 20: Rock 'n Roll Softball Challenge 7 p.m. Free admission. Lampkin Park, BG. 270-495-7370. See a softball game. Swinging Staches (SAM 100.7 vs. BG Jammers (musicians from BG and Nashville)

Saturday, August 21

Kids Try-Athlon and Fun Run 7 a.m. check-in. Russell Sims Aquatic Center. Fun runs are free, Try-Athlon is $7. Get more information by calling Leah Ashwill 782-0812.

International Newgrass Festival 12 p.m. Gates open 8 a.m. Oakland, 270-784-0757.

Olde Stone PRIDE Benefit Pump and Run, The Club at Olde Stone, http://www.bgky.org/operationpride. Call for more info. 745-0090.

6th Annual Vette City Lions Club Motofest. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Lost River Cave and Valley. 843-1556 or 842-3887 OR 393-0077.

The Secret Garden, Sunburst Youth Theater of PTK, Phoenix Theater 8 p.m. http://www.ptkbg.org, 781-6233.

August 21: Storytime at Barnes and Noble, 3:30-3:45 p.m. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Judith Viorst. 746-9779.

August 21: Ice Cream and a MOO-vie, Chaney's Dairy Barn, starts at dusk. 843-5567.
http://www.ChaneysDairyBarn.com. The movie = Monsters vs. Aliens.

August 21: Picnic Pops - 8 p.m. at Traditions at Lovers Lane. benefitting BG/WC Habitat for Humanity. $10 per person, children 12 and under free. Orchestra Kentucky. 843-6027.

August 21: Give My Regards to Broadway 7 p.m. Capital Arts Youth Theater. A musical comedy. George Gershwin music. Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787.

Sunday, August 22

Sunday, August 22: International Newgrass Festival, Oakland. Gates open at 8:00 a.m. 784-0757.

August 22: Dr. Lin Stepp book signing at Barnes and Noble, 2 p.m. 746-9779.

The Secret Garden, Sunburst Youth Theater of PTK, Phoenix Theater 3 p.m. http://www.ptkbg.org, 781-6233.

August 22: Give My Regards to Broadway 3 p.m. Capital Arts Youth Theater. A musical comedy. George Gershwin music. Capital Arts Theater. 782-2787.

Tuesday, August 24

From the Riverview at Hobson Grove site on Facebook:"Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present the program "Nature's Bounty in Textiles" on Tuesday, August 24th at 11:30am. Sandy Staebell, the Registrar and Collections Curator at the WKU Kentucky Museum, will discuss how plants and animals interpret the glory of nature as design elements and pattern names in many historic textiles. Attendees have the opportunity to bring their own quilts and coverlets with natural themes to display and discuss afterwards. For further information, please call Riverview at 843-5565. $15 each. Reservations are required. Riverview is located at 1100 West Main Avenue in Bowling Green's Hobson Grove Park."

Wednesday, August 25

Free computer class: Introduction to Genealogy Resources 6-7 p.m., BG Main Library. You must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

Free Chance to Make a Difference. Learn about the suicide warning signs for Suicide Prevention Month. 6-7:30 p.m., Faith United Methodist Church, 600 Veterans Memorial Highway. Must pre-register. Call 843-8430.

Thursday, August 26

Remember Care Group meeting, 4:30 p.m. Christian Health Center, 1800 Westen Street, BG. For people and families that have had Alzheimers or Dementia affect their lives. http://www.ChristianCareCommunities.org.

Literary Cafe. Graham Drive Community Branch library, a study hall where kids can come and do homework and also get help from tutors upon request. Find out more: 781-1441.

BG League of Bicyclists Easy Riders ride. 6 p.m. Starts at Kereiakes Park. Helmets are required. Mostly flat 1-2 mile ride. Suitable for all riders and types of bicycles. http://www.bglob.com. Call 784-2836.

Free Computer Class at the Warren County Main Library. 6-7 p.m. Beginning Your Resume. Must pre-register. Call 781-4882.

Friday, August 27

Bob Kirby Branch Library Teen Scene, 3:30 p.m. 782-0252.

National Corvette Museum Bridal Event.

7:00 p.m. Sweeney Todd. For ages 12 and up. Capital Arts Youth Theater. 782-2787.

Saturday, August 28

Free Yoga in the Park 8-9 a.m. Kiwanis Club donations are accepted. 782-6984. Kereikes Park behind the shelter, by the Tennis Courts. Newcomers OK. Email kiwanisyoga@yahoo.com.

Beauty of the Railroad: Depot Architecture. Talk by Eileen Starr. 8:30 a.m. L & N Depot, BG. All Aboard Meeting.

3rd Annual Down Syndrome Poker Run 9 a.m. $10 and $5 events, Hillvue Heights Church back parking lot on Nashville Road. Call Pam for more info. 792-3052.

Playground Yoga 9:15 a.m. - 10 a.m. for kids age 2-6 and their parents or grandparents. Kereiakes Park, behind the shelter, near the tennis courts. Donations to the Kiwanis Club accepted, but not required.

2nd Annual Family Day with the WKU Football Team. Many events. Free parking and admission. Concessions open. 745-6562. Balloon art, inflatables, face painting, more.

11th Annual Grape Stomp in Portland, Tennessee. Registration starts at 1:30 p.m. Sumner Crest Winery, 615-325-4086. http://www.sumnercrestwinery.com.

T.C. Cherry Dedication Ceremony. T.C. Cherry Elementary? Not sure of the location. 2:45 p.m.

47th Annual Ice Cream Social at Christ United Methodist Church at 716 Cave Mill Road. Everyone is welcome. 842-4343 and 842-8762. Hot dogs, ice cream, inflatables, face painting, more. Adults $7, 12 and under $3.

Vette City Vixens Roller Derby 6:30 p.m. at The Skate Box. $10 at the door, $8 in advance. 843-3394.

Sweeney Todd 7 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Presented by the Capital Arts Youth Theater. 782-2787.

Sunday, August 29

Sweeney Todd 3 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Presented by the Capital Arts Youth Theater. 782-2787.

Opening Sept. 1st - CHANEY'S PUMPKIN PATCH | THE CORN MAZE
Also: Keep the date: the International Festival is going to be held on September 25th, 9-7 at Circus Square Park.

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

A big thanks to these great sites:
The WBKO BG Community Events Page at http://www.wbko.com/community
The Historic Railpark http://www.historicrailpark.com/
The WCVK Community Happenings Page
The Bowling Green Convention and Visitors Bureau
Bowling Green Events
The Downtown Redevelopment page
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