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Hi, all!
This is the September events blog posting F
Here are some fun events in and around Bowling Green, Kentucky
for the first part of September.
for the first part of September.
Note: these events are not all free.
Please be sure to check every event before attending, just in case.
Some events require pre-registration.
From Chaney's Dairy Barn's Facebook page: "Chaney's Corn Maze now open. $6/person. Open during regular business hours. Please bring your own flashlight for evening trips thru the maze - everyone must be out of the maze by 9pm. When you pay inside the Dairy Barn you'll receive a Corn Maze game card to take with you thru the maze - complete & return it to the Dairy Barn for a free scoop of ice cream in a cup or plain cone! We hope you'll come try out our maze!" Their website: http://www.ChaneysDairyBarn.com. 843-5567.
The Photo contest for the Historic Railpark is this month, from now until October 30th. Cash prizes will be awarded. $15 entry fee will be required. Find out more at 745-7317 or go to the website at http://www.historicrailpark.com/.
Monday, September 13th
A free adult computer class for adults, Introduction to Computers and the Internet is held today at 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-4882 to pre-register.
A free adult computer class for adults, Introduction to Computers and the Internet is held today at 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-4882 to pre-register.
BG Main library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 6 p.m. Call 781-4882 for more info.
Thoroughbred Toastmasters, "a communications and leadership club", are meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Greenview Regional Hospital community room. Call Richard Markham at 781-6511 for more information.
Another free computer class for adults, Facebook Intermediate, is held at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register at 781-4882.
Summer Stroll in Briarwood with BG's city officials. Everyone will meet at 657 Bramblebush Drive at 7 p.m. Call 393-3674 for more information.
Multimedia Orchestra VIP Series is tonight at 7:30. "The Planets" by Gustav Holst. Van Meter Hall. Tickets are required. http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.
Tuesday, September 14th
Tai Chi is offered at the Greenwood Mall Health and Wellness Center at 8-9 today. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Limber for Life exercise class is also today at the same location from 9-10. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Also at the Health and Wellness center today is the Diabetes Support group, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
A free adult computer class is today at the BG Main library, 10-11 a.m. Computing for Seniors. Call to pre-register at 781-4882.
Graham Branch Community library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 3:30 p.m. Call 781-1441 for more info.
The Nashville Songwriter's Association meets at 6 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Bring your CD or MP3 of your music. Call Tracy Harder for more info. at 996-8555.
Bowling Green Main Library offers "PJ Tales" at 6 p.m. for "families of all ages." Call 781-4882 for more info.
Michael Morgan will give a lecture on "Scottish Heritage and the Presbyterian Church" at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church. All are welcome. 1003 State Street. 781-4707.
Wednesday, September 15th
The AARP Driver Safety Program is today at 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at the Medical Center Health and Wellness Center. You must pre-register. Call 745-0942.
The BG Neighborhood Sewing group is making bed caddies today from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at 3132 Nashville Road. All skill levels are welcome. Some materials and a sewing machine are needed, call Maureen at the Warren Co. Extension Office for this information.
A free adult computer class, Email Basics, is today from 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.
Students of all ages are invited to the After-School Special at the Graham Drive Community Branch library at 3:30. Call 781-1441.
Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Library). http://www.warrenpl.org.
Z06 Fest is being held at the Corvette Museum today.
This is the first day of the Walking Horse Show. It continues through the 18th at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter/
From the WBKO Community Events page: "Dr. Lillian H. South, Sep 16, 2010 10:30 am Riverview at Hobson Grove, 1100 W. Main in BG Hobson Grove Park. Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present the program "Dr. Lillian South" on Thursday, September 16th at 10:30 am. Call Riverview at 270-843-5565 for more info. $10 each. Reservations are required."
Friday, September 17th
From the WBKO Community Events page: "Warren Co. Community Needs AssessmentBoys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101.
Community Action of Southern Kentucky, Inc. invites the public to learn more about the Agency’s services for low-income individuals on September 17, 9:00 am at the Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101. This event will provide an opportunity for local Warren County citizens to suggest services they would like to see offered for low-income families and individuals. For more information, please contact Randy Upchurch, County Coordinator in Warren County at 270-782-4437."
The Bowling Green AARP meeting is today at 11:30 - 1:30 at First Christian Church in BG. The Fall Flower sale and a talk by Lena Mulcahy about Entourage Management are on the agenda. Call 842-2832 for more info.
The Parade of Homes is today. Tickets are $10.00 each. Call 781-3375 or see http://www.bascky.com for the tour list.
The Walking Horse Show is today at 6 p.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Call 745-3976 for more info.
Chaney's Dairy Barn Ice Cream and a Moo-vie is at dusk tonight at Chaney's. The movie, Madagascar 2, is free. 843-5567. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.
Thoroughbred Toastmasters, "a communications and leadership club", are meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Greenview Regional Hospital community room. Call Richard Markham at 781-6511 for more information.
Another free computer class for adults, Facebook Intermediate, is held at 6-7 p.m. You must pre-register at 781-4882.
Summer Stroll in Briarwood with BG's city officials. Everyone will meet at 657 Bramblebush Drive at 7 p.m. Call 393-3674 for more information.
Multimedia Orchestra VIP Series is tonight at 7:30. "The Planets" by Gustav Holst. Van Meter Hall. Tickets are required. http://www.OrchestraKentucky.com.
Tuesday, September 14th
Tai Chi is offered at the Greenwood Mall Health and Wellness Center at 8-9 today. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Limber for Life exercise class is also today at the same location from 9-10. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
Also at the Health and Wellness center today is the Diabetes Support group, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Call 745-0942 to find out more. http://www.mcbg.com.
A free adult computer class is today at the BG Main library, 10-11 a.m. Computing for Seniors. Call to pre-register at 781-4882.
Graham Branch Community library is also having a Write Sketch Watch program for teens today at 3:30 p.m. Call 781-1441 for more info.
The Nashville Songwriter's Association meets at 6 p.m. at the BG Main Library. Bring your CD or MP3 of your music. Call Tracy Harder for more info. at 996-8555.
Bowling Green Main Library offers "PJ Tales" at 6 p.m. for "families of all ages." Call 781-4882 for more info.
Michael Morgan will give a lecture on "Scottish Heritage and the Presbyterian Church" at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church. All are welcome. 1003 State Street. 781-4707.
Wednesday, September 15th
The AARP Driver Safety Program is today at 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at the Medical Center Health and Wellness Center. You must pre-register. Call 745-0942.
The BG Neighborhood Sewing group is making bed caddies today from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at 3132 Nashville Road. All skill levels are welcome. Some materials and a sewing machine are needed, call Maureen at the Warren Co. Extension Office for this information.
A free adult computer class, Email Basics, is today from 2-3 p.m. at the BG Main Library. You must pre-register to attend. Call 781-4882.
Students of all ages are invited to the After-School Special at the Graham Drive Community Branch library at 3:30. Call 781-1441.
Thursday, September 16
From the WBKO Community Events page: "My Life is an Open Book - The Oak Ridge Boy's Joe Bonsall, Sep 16, 2010 6 pm. Must pre-register to get your free tickets. Call 781-4882. Christ Episcopal Church (next door to the Main Library). http://www.warrenpl.org.
Z06 Fest is being held at the Corvette Museum today.
This is the first day of the Walking Horse Show. It continues through the 18th at the WKU Ag-Expo Center. http://www.wku.edu/agexpocenter/
From the WBKO Community Events page: "Dr. Lillian H. South, Sep 16, 2010 10:30 am Riverview at Hobson Grove, 1100 W. Main in BG Hobson Grove Park. Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present the program "Dr. Lillian South" on Thursday, September 16th at 10:30 am. Call Riverview at 270-843-5565 for more info. $10 each. Reservations are required."
Friday, September 17th
From the WBKO Community Events page: "Warren Co. Community Needs Assessment
Community Action of Southern Kentucky, Inc. invites the public to learn more about the Agency’s services for low-income individuals on September 17, 9:00 am at the Boys and Girls Club, 260 Scott Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101. This event will provide an opportunity for local Warren County citizens to suggest services they would like to see offered for low-income families and individuals. For more information, please contact Randy Upchurch, County Coordinator in Warren County at 270-782-4437."
The Bowling Green AARP meeting is today at 11:30 - 1:30 at First Christian Church in BG. The Fall Flower sale and a talk by Lena Mulcahy about Entourage Management are on the agenda. Call 842-2832 for more info.
The Parade of Homes is today. Tickets are $10.00 each. Call 781-3375 or see http://www.bascky.com for the tour list.
The Walking Horse Show is today at 6 p.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Call 745-3976 for more info.
Chaney's Dairy Barn Ice Cream and a Moo-vie is at dusk tonight at Chaney's. The movie, Madagascar 2, is free. 843-5567. http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com.
Also today is the Natcher Fall Festival, 1434 Cave Mill Road, from 5-8. Support the kids - proceeds will benefit instructional accounts at the school. Whitt's Barbeque will be there as well as games, a silent auction, treats, pony rides, and more.
Saturday, September 18th
Today is the TrashMasters Classic, held at Barren River Lake State Park. This is a fun event that cleans up the lake. There are prizes and lunch for those who help. Find out more by calling 270-646-2055. I have been at this event and really liked it. Also, if you have a boat or pontoon boat let them know in advance so you can help even more.
The Alzheimer's Memory Walk is today. Registration is at 9 a.m. at Preston Miller Park. See http://www.alz.org or call 84207540.
The Alzheimer's Memory Walk is today. Registration is at 9 a.m. at Preston Miller Park. See http://www.alz.org or call 84207540.
You can see the Big Brown Truck Pull today at 10 a.m. It is free to spectators and is a fundraiser for Special Olympics. It is at Circus Square park at 10 a.m. Call 393-3249 to sponsor a team.
More information from the WCVK site: "Now-9/18 Teams are needed to compete in The Big Brown Truck Pull, a fundraiser for the Special Olympics Athletes of Bowling Green/Warren County. Teams of 15 will pull a UPS 18-wheeler a distance of 12 feet. The team with the fastest time will be the official champs. Competition will be at Circus Square, Bowling Green, Sept. 18. Sponsor a 15 member team or a team member. For more information call 393-3249."
More information from the WCVK site: "Now-9/18 Teams are needed to compete in The Big Brown Truck Pull, a fundraiser for the Special Olympics Athletes of Bowling Green/Warren County. Teams of 15 will pull a UPS 18-wheeler a distance of 12 feet. The team with the fastest time will be the official champs. Competition will be at Circus Square, Bowling Green, Sept. 18. Sponsor a 15 member team or a team member. For more information call 393-3249."
Also coming up on the 18th is the BG Cumberland Presbyterian Church's Kuntry Store. From the WCVK site: "9/18/10 Bowling Green Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 807 Campbell Lane, will have their Kuntry Store, Sept. 18, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served. There will also be a silent auction and bake sale. For more information call 781-3295."
Symphony Day! A free concert happens today at Jackson's Orchard featuring the Symphony at WKU plus local High School orchestras and students in the pre-college program. 10 a.m. -12 noon. Check out http://www.bgwso.com or or call 745-7681 for more information.
Potter Children's Home has their Fall Festival today from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 843-3038.
Artworks has their 3rd annual Art Fair at Lost River Cave today from 10 a.m - 5 p.m. http://www.artworksinc.org. http://artworksinc.org/2010LRAF.html. Look for all kinds of art being sold there. Call Bill Van Tassel for more information at 270-999-5318 or email evolutionglass@yahoo.com.
Symphony Day! A free concert happens today at Jackson's Orchard featuring the Symphony at WKU plus local High School orchestras and students in the pre-college program. 10 a.m. -12 noon. Check out http://www.bgwso.com or or call 745-7681 for more information.
Potter Children's Home has their Fall Festival today from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 843-3038.
Artworks has their 3rd annual Art Fair at Lost River Cave today from 10 a.m - 5 p.m. http://www.artworksinc.org. http://artworksinc.org/2010LRAF.html. Look for all kinds of art being sold there. Call Bill Van Tassel for more information at 270-999-5318 or email evolutionglass@yahoo.com.
A Walking Horse Show is at 6 p.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center today. 745-3976.
Chaney's Dairy Barn is having an Ice Cream and a Moo-vie event tonight at dusk. They are showing "Madagascar 2". http://www.chaneysdairybarn.com. 843-5567.
Sunday, September 19th
Today is the Southern Kentucky Team Penning at 10:30 a.m. at the WKU Ag Expo Center. Call 745-3976 to find out more.
The PTK Goes California fundraising event is today at 5 p.m. This is a fine art auction event at the home of Rick and Barbara Ball. Tickets are required. Call 781-6233.
From the WBKO article: "The fundraiser will feature a California theme, complete with a California wine tasting overseen by wine expert Blake Layne of Chuck Evans Liquors, cocktails, a California-inspired buffet, West Coast tunes and a viewing of Peridot Pictures historic film “Beauty of the Southland” and clips of PTK’s past productions."
From the WBKO article: "The fundraiser will feature a California theme, complete with a California wine tasting overseen by wine expert Blake Layne of Chuck Evans Liquors, cocktails, a California-inspired buffet, West Coast tunes and a viewing of Peridot Pictures historic film “Beauty of the Southland” and clips of PTK’s past productions."
Save the Date for later in September:
From WCVK Radio's Community Happenings page: "9/24/10 Christian Care Communities Senior Flu Clinic will be held at Christ United Methodist Church, 716 Cave Mill Rd., Bowling Green, Sept. 24, 9-11 a.m. Paperwork will be filed for Medicare Part B recipients. Cost for all others is $25. For more information call 842-4343."
"9/25/10 All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast benefiting South Warren Girls’ Soccer Team will be Sept. 25, 7-11 a.m. Tickets are $4 for pancakes, bacon & sausage, oj, and coffee. For more information call 320-6119."
"9/25/10 St. John United Methodist Church, 2160 Griffith Ave., Owensboro, will have their Craft Fair Sept. 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be vendor booths, food, and silent auction. Booth rental space is available. For more information call 683-6326."
The International Festival is going to be held on September 25th, 9-7 at Circus Square Park, 601 State Street. The theme this year is A World of Traditions. From the website: "Information booth opens 7:30 a.m., Opening/Awards Ceremony 9:30 a.m., Vending begins 9 a.m. Performances begin 9:30 a.m., Festival closes 7 p.m." You can go to the website for a $1.00 off coupon to print out.From WCVK Radio's Community Happenings page: "9/24/10 Christian Care Communities Senior Flu Clinic will be held at Christ United Methodist Church, 716 Cave Mill Rd., Bowling Green, Sept. 24, 9-11 a.m. Paperwork will be filed for Medicare Part B recipients. Cost for all others is $25. For more information call 842-4343."
"9/25/10 All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast benefiting South Warren Girls’ Soccer Team will be Sept. 25, 7-11 a.m. Tickets are $4 for pancakes, bacon & sausage, oj, and coffee. For more information call 320-6119."
"9/25/10 St. John United Methodist Church, 2160 Griffith Ave., Owensboro, will have their Craft Fair Sept. 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be vendor booths, food, and silent auction. Booth rental space is available. For more information call 683-6326."
Also opening September 25th is the Skeleton's Lair Haunted Woods and Hayride, 270-622-8171.
More events for September are coming soon.
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!More Save the Dates:
The Twilight Thunder Cruise is Saturday, October 2nd. From The District event page: "On Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 6:30pm-9:00pm, the South Central Kentucky Kids on the Block will be hosting their annual Twilight Thunder Cruise. The event will start with a motor cycle parade from Harley Davidson to Circus Square Park. For more information call 270-842-2259."
The Bowling Green Gallery Hop is back on October 15th from 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 3rd.
John Carter Cash will be in Bowling Green on October 21st as part of the library's My Life is an Open Book series. Free tickets to this are available at the Main library and also at the Kirby branch. Call 270-781-4881 or go to the library site at http://www.warrenpl.org or the My Kentucky Events page to find out more.
The Twilight Thunder Cruise is Saturday, October 2nd. From The District event page: "On Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 6:30pm-9:00pm, the South Central Kentucky Kids on the Block will be hosting their annual Twilight Thunder Cruise. The event will start with a motor cycle parade from Harley Davidson to Circus Square Park. For more information call 270-842-2259."
The Bowling Green Gallery Hop is back on October 15th from 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 3rd.
John Carter Cash will be in Bowling Green on October 21st as part of the library's My Life is an Open Book series. Free tickets to this are available at the Main library and also at the Kirby branch. Call 270-781-4881 or go to the library site at http://www.warrenpl.org or the My Kentucky Events page to find out more.
The Lost River Cave Civil War: Living History Days is back October 22-24, 2010 at Lost River Cave. This is a free event. Make sure to bring earplugs if you go when they will be firing a cannon. Just saying. They have many great photo opportunities there. Here is a photo from a Civil War Dresses booth I saw there. Civil War Dresses for Sale.
The WBKO BG Community Events Page at http://www.wbko.com/community
The SOKY Happenings magazine and website
The Historic Railpark http://www.historicrailpark.com/
The WCVK Community Happenings Page
The Bowling Green Convention and Visitors Bureau
Bowling Green Events
The My Kentucky Events site
The District Events Page
The Downtown Redevelopment page
The clip art at the top and bottom of this blog posting is from Microsoft at http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/.
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The Moon and the Willow Tree blog
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Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Get an inexpensive web page or blog, lessons on software and how to use your computer, ESL (English as a Second Language) English and writing lessons, artist cards, graphic design, logo and form design, and more.
Betsy's CGC, Bowling Green, Kentucky
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