Sunday, June 7, 2009

Events for June 8 Through June 14

Monday, June 8
Teen/Tween Summer Reading Program: Draw the Music, McCracken County Public Library, 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., free.
First learn how to download music from the library’s website. Next, try drawing with pastels to different styles of music and see the differences on paper!

Monday, June 8
Teen/Tween Summer Reading Program: Shapescapes, McCracken County Public Library, 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., free.
Create abstract 3-D sculptures solo. Then everyone will work together to form a 90 piece group sculpture!

Tuesday, June 9
Be Creative @ Your Library: Reading is Magic with Chris Egelston, The Reading Magician; McCracken County Public Library; shows at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free.
Reading is Magic kicks off the Summer Reading Program. This interactive magic show will amaze children as it encourages them to be creative!

Tuesday, June 9
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Calvert City branch (23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Tuesday, June 9
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 North 17th Street, Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free.
Every Tuesday.

Tuesday, June 9
Open Mic Night, Jeremiah's (225 Broadway St., Paducah), 9 p.m., free. Join in for a night of music, spoken word and artist collaborations on the fly! Call 443-3991 for more info. Every Tuesday.

Wednesday, June 10
Mother Goose Story Time, Marshall County Library: Benton branch (1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY), 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., free.
A 30-minute program for 3-year-olds. All children should be accompanied by an adult. Mother Goose is a program in which your child will participate in activities geared towards young readers. It will include books, games, and crafts. This is a great way to introduce your child to the world of reading!

Wednesday, June 10
Reading is Magic with Chris Egelston, The Reading Magician; McCracken County Public Library; shows at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free.
Reading is Magic kicks off the Summer Reading Program. This interactive magic show will amaze children as it encourages them to be creative!

Wednesday, June 10
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Benton branch (1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Thursday, June 11
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Hardin branch (104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Thursday, June 11
Graves County Public Library Story Hour (601 North 17th Street, Mayfield, KY), 10 a.m.-11 a.m., free.
Hear story books, sing silly songs, play games, make nifty crafts and eat goodies! Parents are invited to help children with the crafts and the refreshments. Please call the library at 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, June 11
Paducah Inspirational Book of the Month Club, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 N. Sixth St.), 7 p.m.
Call (270) 210-2093 for more information.

Thursday, June 11
The Wizard of Oz, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 7:30 pm.
Everyone loves the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz. Watch as Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, Toto, the Wicked Witch and the Great Wizard of Oz travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination in this classic movie version transformed for the stage. Purchase tickets online or by calling (270) 444-6828.

Thursday, June 11
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m.-11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., the fabulously talented call Darris Shelby, 556-0639.

Friday, June 12
The Wizard of Oz, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 7:30 p.m.
Everyone loves the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz. Watch as Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, Toto, the Wicked Witch and the Great Wizard of Oz travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination in this classic movie version transformed for the stage. Purchase tickets online or by calling (270) 444-6828.

Friday, June 12
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free.
Hear some of the area's most talented poets and storytellers, along with a great audience. Come on down and drop some science on the mic–-or just kick back and listen with a fine cup of joe. Every Friday.

Friday, June 12
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; Purchase Players Performing Arts Center (9th and Water St., Mayfield, KY); 7 p.m. Adults: $10, Seniors and Students: $8, and Children under 12: $6.
This drama of C.S. Lewis' classic faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion; his struggle with the White Witch; and the adventures of four children. Call (270) 251-9035 for tickets.

Saturday, June 13
West Kentucky Christian Writers' Group, Concord UMC (brick house/office behind church, 5178 Hinkleville Rd., Paducah), 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free.
Bring something short to read or just drop in and join the discussion. Meets the second Saturday of every month. If you have any questions, e-mail bdickerson @ comcast dot org.

Saturday, June 13
The Wizard of Oz, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Everyone loves the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz. Watch as Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, Toto, the Wicked Witch, and the Great Wizard of Oz travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination in this classic movie version transformed for the stage. Purchase tickets online or by calling (270) 444-6828.

Saturday, June 13
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; Purchase Players Performing Arts Center (9th and Water St., Mayfield, KY); 7 p.m. Adults: $10, Seniors and Students: $8, and Children under 12: $6.
This drama of C.S. Lewis' classic faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion; his struggle with the White Witch; and the adventures of four children. Call (270) 251-9035 for tickets.

Sunday, June 14
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; Purchase Players Performing Arts Center (9th and Water St., Mayfield, KY); 2 p.m. Adults: $10, Seniors and Students: $8, and Children under 12: $6.
This drama of C.S. Lewis' classic faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion; his struggle with the White Witch; and the adventures of four children. Call (270) 251-9035 for tickets.

Sunday, June 14
The Wizard of Oz, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 2:30 p.m.
Everyone loves the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz. Watch as Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, Toto, the Wicked Witch, and the Great Wizard of Oz travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination in this classic movie version transformed for the stage. Purchase tickets online or by calling (270) 444-6828.

Ongoing Events
June 1 through July 31
Express Yourself: Young Adult Summer Reading Program, Marshall County Library (3 locations: 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY; 23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY; and 104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), free.
For students who are going to be in the 7th through 12th grade this fall. Sign-up at the circulation desk of your favorite branch of the Marshall County Public Library. Then work hard to accumulate points during the months of June & July. Get lots of cool prizes and a chance to win a $150 Night On The Town Gift Card Collection. For more information visit the website.

June 8 through June 12
Big Book Sale, all branches of Marshall County Library (3 locations: 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY; 23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY; and 104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY).
Books, movies, and more!

June 8 through ?
Be Creative @ Your Library, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), sessions at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., free (but registration is required).
Participants must choose one session and participate in that session for the duration of the program. Participants can NOT switch sessions from week to week. All programs are filled on a first come, first served basis. Registration will continue until sessions are filled. To register please return a completed form to the library. NO registration will be taken over the phone nor by fax.

June 8 through July 27
Teen/Tween Summer Reading Program, McCracken County Public Library, free.
For more information please contact: McCracken County Public Library Youth Services Department (270) 442-2510 ext. 50.

June 9 through July 15
Be Creative @ Your Library: Children's Summer Reading Program; McCracken County Public Library; 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
For more information please contact: McCracken County Public Library Youth Services Department at (270) 442-2510 ext. 22. Please note: There are no Programs on June 30th and July 1st.

June 9 through ?
Library Toddlers, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., free (but registration required).
The Library Toddlers program introduces group interaction and features a story, music, and toy time.

Library Toddlers Session 1
Age 12-36 months accompanied by an adult.
9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Limit 12 toddlers with their adults.

Library Toddlers Session 2
Age 12-36 months accompanied by an adult.
10:30a.m. to 11 a.m.
Limit 12 toddlers with their adults.
June 10 through July 15
Preschool Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., free (but registration required).
The Library Preschoolers program features stories, music activities and crafts. Parents participate with their children as well as assisting their child with listening and sitting skills, activities, and crafts. Age 3-6 years accompanied by an adult. Limit 15 preschoolers with their adults. Meeting dates will be June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, & 15. Registration has begun for the summer story time programs and will continue until all programs are filled.

June 15-July 30
Be Creative @ Your Library, Marshall County Public Library (3 locations: 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY; 23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY; and 104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), free.
For students going into grades 2nd-6th.

Benton:
2nd & 3rd graders, Monday, 2:30-4 p.m.
4th-6th graders, Wednesday, 2:30-4 p.m.

Calvert: Tuesday, 2:30-4 p.m.

Hardin: Thursday, 2:30-4 p.m.

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