Sunday, October 25, 2009

Events for October 26 Through November 1

Tuesday, October 27
Story Time: Funny Halloween “ Lite”; McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah); 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free.
Join Ms. Retta, Bob Dog, and Ms. Cherri as they share with young and old alike in their special program of stories, puppets, and songs. Each program is designed for preschoolers and their caregivers. Tuesdays.

Tuesday, October 27
Marshall County Public Library Book Club, Benton branch (1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY), 10:30 a.m. to noon, free.
In October, the Marshall County Public Library Book Club will be reading from the works of Elmore Leonard, author of over fifty works, including Get Shorty, The Big Bounce, LaBrava, and 10 Rules of Writing. Read a work (or two) by Leonard that strikes your fancy, and then come join the discussion. Book club meets the 4th Tuesday of each month.

Tuesday, October 27
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th St., Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free. Every Tuesday.

Thursday, October 29
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 (270) 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, October 29
Tom, Dick & Harry; Market House Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; $19 and $16 seniors/military/children 12 & under.
In this hilarious story of three brothers, Tom and his wife are about to adopt a baby. His brothers are anxious to help make a good impression on the woman from the agency who has arrived to check on the home and lifestyle of the prospective parents. Group rates are available for most shows. MHT Box Office can be reached at (270) 444-6828 or toll free at (888) MHT-PLAY. The theatre also has online ticketing and information 24 hours a day.

Thursday, October 29
Greater Tuna; Badgett Playhouse (1838 JH O'Bryan, Grand Rivers, KY); 7 p.m; $20.99, $18.99, and $15.99.
Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas' third smallest town. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna--men, women, children, and animals. Reserve seats by calling (888) 362-4223.

Thursday, October 29
Scrabble Night, McCracken County Public Library (second floor Conference Room, 555 Washington St., Paducah), 7 p.m., free.
Come play Scrabble! All ages/skill levels welcome. Last Thursdays of the month.

Thursday, October 29
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, at (270) 556-0639.

Friday, October 30
Tom, Dick & Harry; Market House Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; $19 and $16 seniors/military/children 12 & under.
In this hilarious story of three brothers, Tom and his wife are about to adopt a baby. His brothers are anxious to help make a good impression on the woman from the agency who has arrived to check on the home and lifestyle of the prospective parents. Group rates are available for most shows. MHT Box Office can be reached at (270) 444-6828 or toll free at (888) MHT-PLAY. The theatre also has online ticketing and information 24 hours a day.

Friday, October 30
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.

Saturday, October 31
Tom, Dick & Harry; Market House Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; $19 and $16 seniors/military/children 12 & under.
In this hilarious story of three brothers, Tom and his wife are about to adopt a baby. His brothers are anxious to help make a good impression on the woman from the agency who has arrived to check on the home and lifestyle of the prospective parents. Group rates are available for most shows. MHT Box Office can be reached at (270) 444-6828 or toll free at (888) MHT-PLAY. The theatre also has online ticketing and information 24 hours a day.

Saturday, October 31
To Kill A Mockingbird: Movie Screening, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 2 p.m., free.
Complement your reading and enjoyment of To Kill A Mockingbird with a free movie at the Library. Every Saturday during the month of October, the Library will show the 1962 version of To Kill A Mockingbird, starring Gregory Peck. Join old or new friends afterward for coffee downtown and a discussion comparing the movie with the book. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read.

Saturday, October 31
MHT River City Ghost Tour: Legends & Lore, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 6 p.m., aprox. $14.
Walk through historic Downtown and LowerTown and discover Paducah's haunted past in Market House Theatre's River City Ghost Tour: Legends and Lore. All ticketholders must be ages 6 and up. Tours last approximately 40 minutes and leave on the half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Tickets on sale beginning September 15. Call the Market House Box Office: (270) 444-6828 or go online.

Sunday, November 1
Tom, Dick & Harry; Market House Theatre; 2:30 p.m.; $19 and $16 seniors/military/children 12 & under.
In this hilarious story of three brothers, Tom and his wife are about to adopt a baby. His brothers are anxious to help make a good impression on the woman from the agency who has arrived to check on the home and lifestyle of the prospective parents. Group rates are available for most shows. MHT Box Office can be reached at (270) 444-6828 or toll free at (888) MHT-PLAY. The theatre also has online ticketing and information 24 hours a day.


Ongoing Events
August 12, 2009 through April 2010
Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), various times (check times below), free (but registration required).
Story Times are NOT drop in. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To register a child or for more information, contact Sandy Linn, Youth Services Librarian, Monday-Wednesday, 8:00-4:30 or on Saturday, 9:00-4:30, at (270) 753-2288 or email her at sandy.linn@callowaycountylibrary.org.




Library Toddlers #1
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 9:30-10 a.m.

Library Toddlers #2
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 10:20-10:50 a.m.

Preschool Story Time
Children age 3 through 5 accompanied by an adult who assists the child with listening and sitting skills, participation and activities. Includes picture books, music, films, and craft activities.
Wednesday 11-11:45 a.m.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Events for October 19 Through October 26

Monday, October 19
Scholastic Book Fair Fundraiser, Easter Seals Child Development Center (801 North 29th St.), 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Purchase books for your family, friends or donate them back to the teacher’s resource room. Easter Seals of West Kentucky retains a portion of the proceeds. For more info, contact Sarah Bynum Roman, (270) 444-9687.

Monday, October 19
Market Square Coffee Book Club: To Kill a Mockingbird, Market Square Coffee (118 Market House Square, Paducah), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Join the Market Square Book Club (meets 3rd Monday of every month at 1 p.m.) for a delicious brew and a lively discussion of To Kill A Mockingbird. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read.

Tuesday, October 20
Story Time: Henry Possum and the Remarkable Farkle McBride; McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah); 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free.
Join Ms. Retta, Bob Dog, and Ms. Cherri as they share with young and old alike in their special program of stories, puppets, and songs. Each program is designed for preschoolers and their caregivers. Tuesdays.

Tuesday, October 20
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th St., Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free. Every Tuesday.

Wednesday, October 21
Business on the Rocks: Tequila Mockingbirds, di Fratelli (211 Broadway, Paducah), 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Join local businesswomen in a fun networking atmosphere and, this month in honor of The Big Read, some lighthearted discussion about To Kill A Mockingbird. Our favorite bartographer Brian Steffen will be serving special Tequila Mockingbirds, and we'll have free books and other goodies. Look for Robyn Shapiro, Kristin Williams, Jill Chambers, Donna-Maria Walker, Debbie Stone, Mary Hammond, Nikki D. May, Laura K, Kara McCombs, and Mary Thorsby each third Wednesday of the month. It's brainstorming with a twist! (270) 442-7682.

Thursday, October 22
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 (270) 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, October 22
Evenings Upstairs: More Kentucky Ghosts, McCracken County Public Library (second floor meeting room, 555 Washington St., Paducah), 1:09 p.m., free.
Be Haunted by History This Month @ Your Library! More Kentucky Ghosts is a presentation by Lynwood Montell, Western Kentucky University Folk Studies Professor Emeritus & author. Much of Kentucky's rich historical legacy is preserved in ghost stories. Montell's talk will also discuss the historic value of hearing and preserving Kentucky's verbal legacy. For more info., contact Bobbie Wrinkle, (270) 442-2510, x19.

Thursday, October 22
Greater Tuna; Badgett Playhouse (1838 JH O'Bryan, Grand Rivers, KY); 7 p.m; $20.99, $18.99, and $15.99.
Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas' third smallest town. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna--men, women, children, and animals. Reserve seats by calling (888) 362-4223.

Thursday, October 22
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, at (270) 556-0639.

Friday, October 23
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.

Saturday, October 24
Gospel Stage Play: They Must Know, Union City Civic Auditorium (1311 High School Dr., Union City, TN) 6 p.m.
All ages welcome to this show that you don't want to miss. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. Group discounts for 10 or more tickets. (270) 519-3987.

Saturday, October 25
To Kill A Mockingbird: Movie Screening, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 2 p.m., free.
Complement your reading and enjoyment of To Kill A Mockingbird with a free movie at the Library. Every Saturday during the month of October, the Library will show the 1962 version of To Kill A Mockingbird, starring Gregory Peck. Join old or new friends afterward for coffee downtown and a discussion comparing the movie with the book. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read.

Saturday, October 25
MHT River City Ghost Tour: Legends & Lore, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 6 p.m., aprox. $14.
Walk through historic Downtown and LowerTown and discover Paducah's haunted past in Market House Theatre's River City Ghost Tour: Legends and Lore. All ticketholders must be ages 6 and up. Tours last approximately 40 minutes and leave on the half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Tickets on sale beginning September 15. Call the Market House Box Office: (270) 444-6828 or go online.


Ongoing Events
August 12, 2009 through April 2010
Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), various times (check times below), free (but registration required).
Story Times are NOT drop in. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To register a child or for more information, contact Sandy Linn, Youth Services Librarian, Monday-Wednesday, 8:00-4:30 or on Saturday, 9:00-4:30, at (270) 753-2288 or email her at sandy.linn@callowaycountylibrary.org.


Library Toddlers #1
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 9:30-10 a.m.

Library Toddlers #2
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 10:20-10:50 a.m.

Preschool Story Time
Children age 3 through 5 accompanied by an adult who assists the child with listening and sitting skills, participation and activities. Includes picture books, music, films, and craft activities.
Wednesday 11-11:45 a.m.

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Events for October 12 Through October 19

Monday, October 12
Book Ends Book Club: The Innocent Man by John Grisham, Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th Street, Mayfield), 5:30 p.m., free.
The Book Ends Reading Club meet the 1st Monday of the month (except for October and holidays) at 5:30 pm in the Library. New members are invited to attend and to join in the lively book discussions. Every month a new book is chosen for discussion. You will receive your copy of the book from the Library and read it prior to the meeting. Books are furnished by the library on loan from the Kentucky Department of Libraries in Frankfort or borrowed from nearby state libraries for the Book Club.

Tuesday, October 13
Story Time: Nitro Joe's Science Show (It's a Gas!) ; McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah); 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free.
Join Ms. Retta, Bob Dog, and Ms. Cherri as they share with young and old alike in their special program of stories, puppets, and songs. This week's program includes special guest Nitro Joe. Each program is designed for preschoolers and their caregivers. Tuesdays.

Tuesday, October 13
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th St., Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free. Every Tuesday.

Wednesday, October 14
Meet Andy the Armadillo, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., free.
Share a story with Andy the Armadillo every second Wednesday of the month. Each child who attends will receive a Texas Roadhouse coupon for a free kid's meal.

Thursday, October 15
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 (270) 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, October 15
Garden Painting Party, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 2 p.m.
Come paint your own version of the Radley House! In celebration of the N.E.A. event, The Big Read, we will be painting the quintessential spooky/haunted house from Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Reading the book first is recommended! Tea and cake will be served. Paint, brushes, and canvas provided. Please RSVP to register; we only have room for 20 participants. For more info. call 442.2510, x22.

Thursday, October 15
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, at (270) 556-0639.

Friday, October 16
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.

Saturday, October 17
To Kill A Mockingbird: Movie Screening, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 2 p.m., free.
Complement your reading and enjoyment of To Kill A Mockingbird with a free movie at the Library. Every Saturday during the month of October, the Library will show the 1962 version of To Kill A Mockingbird, starring Gregory Peck. Join old or new friends afterward for coffee downtown and a discussion comparing the movie with the book. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read.

Saturday, October 17
MHT River City Ghost Tour: Legends & Lore, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 6 p.m., aprox. $14.
Walk through historic Downtown and LowerTown and discover Paducah's haunted past in Market House Theatre's River City Ghost Tour: Legends and Lore. All ticketholders must be ages 6 and up. Tours last approximately 40 minutes and leave on the half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Tickets on sale beginning September 15. Call the Market House Box Office: (270) 444-6828 or go online.


Ongoing Events
August 12, 2009 through April 2010
Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), various times (check times below), free (but registration required).
Story Times are NOT drop in. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To register a child or for more information, contact Sandy Linn, Youth Services Librarian, Monday-Wednesday, 8:00-4:30 or on Saturday, 9:00-4:30, at (270) 753-2288 or email her at sandy.linn@callowaycountylibrary.org.


Library Toddlers #1
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 9:30-10 a.m.

Library Toddlers #2
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 10:20-10:50 a.m.

Preschool Story Time
Children age 3 through 5 accompanied by an adult who assists the child with listening and sitting skills, participation and activities. Includes picture books, music, films, and craft activities.
Wednesday 11-11:45 a.m.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Events for October 5 Through October 11

Tuesday, October 6
Story Time: This Old Castle, Starring Lady Dragon, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., free.
Join Ms. Retta, Bob Dog, and Ms. Cherri as they share with young and old alike in their special program of stories, puppets, and songs. Each program is designed for preschoolers and their caregivers. Tuesdays.

Tuesday, October 6
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th St., Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free. Every Tuesday.

Wednesday, October 7
Lunch at the Library: Why We Read Mockingbird Today, McCracken County Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 12 p.m.-1 p.m., free.
Join WKCTC English Professor Emeritus Andrew Halford for a special National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read, edition of Lunch at the Library. Enjoy your sack lunch and thought provoking discussion of the themes and characters in To Kill A Mockingbird. Open to the public. (This event will be aired on October 13 on Channel 7 at 7 p.m.) A box lunch will be provided by a friend of the Carson Center to the first 20 participants to register by calling Mary Katz at the Carson Center, (270) 443-9932, x250.

Thursday, October 8
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 (270) 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, October 8
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, at (270) 556-0639.

Friday, October 9
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.

Saturday, October 10
To Kill A Mockingbird: Movie Screening, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 2 p.m., free.
Complement your reading and enjoyment of To Kill A Mockingbird with a free movie at the Library. Every Saturday during the month of October, the Library will show the 1962 version of To Kill A Mockingbird, starring Gregory Peck. Join old or new friends afterward for coffee downtown and a discussion comparing the movie with the book. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program, The Big Read.

Saturday, October 10
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 (generally) on the second Saturday of every month. If you have any questions, e-mail bdickerson @ comcast dot org.

Saturday, October 10
Pam Whinnery Book signing, Judeen's Art Studio & Gallery (720 Harrison St., Paducah), 5 p.m.-7 p.m., free.
Pam Whinnery will be signing her book, Favorite Recipes of Kentucky Celebrities. The book features recipes from famous celebrities with ties to Kentucky and recipes from various historical locations, tourist attractions, and unique Kentucky celebrations. Artist/gallery owner Judeen and Merri Melde (The Equestrian Vagabond), whose recipes are included in the book, will also be available for the signing. For more info., contact Judeen at (270) 444-9525.

Saturday, October 10
MHT River City Ghost Tour: Legends & Lore, Market House Theatre (132 Market House Square, Paducah), 6 p.m., aprox. $14.
Walk through historic Downtown and LowerTown and discover Paducah's haunted past in Market House Theatre's River City Ghost Tour: Legends and Lore. All ticketholders must be ages 6 and up. Tours last approximately 40 minutes and leave on the half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Tickets on sale beginning September 15. Call the Market House Box Office: (270) 444-6828 or go online.


Ongoing Events
August 12, 2009 through April 2010
Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), various times (check times below), free (but registration required).
Story Times are NOT drop in. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To register a child or for more information, contact Sandy Linn, Youth Services Librarian, Monday-Wednesday, 8:00-4:30 or on Saturday, 9:00-4:30, at (270) 753-2288 or email her at sandy.linn@callowaycountylibrary.org.



Library Toddlers #1
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 9:30-10 a.m.

Library Toddlers #2
Children age 12 months (walkers) through 36 months accompanied by an adult who assists the child with participation as well as listening and sitting skills.
Includes board books, music, and toy time.
Wednesday 10:20-10:50 a.m.

Preschool Story Time
Children age 3 through 5 accompanied by an adult who assists the child with listening and sitting skills, participation and activities. Includes picture books, music, films, and craft activities.
Wednesday 11-11:45 a.m.