Story Time: Abiyoyo and Stone Soup (Pete Seeger Stories); 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, November 10
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, November 11
Kilroy Was Here: A Reading by Constance Alexander, The National Quilt Museum (225 Jefferson St., Paducah), 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Stop by the Quilt Museum as local author Constance Alexander reads from her book, Kilroy Was Here. Amid antique quilts made in support of the soldiers fighting in World War II, nationally acclaimed author Constance Alexander will bring to life the story of one family WWII experiences. Through the voices of the son sent to fight and the sister left behind, Alexander uses poems, advertisements, letters, and other found objects true to the era to illustrate the viewpoint of children who grew up in that turbulent time. The National Quilt Museum is also honored to offer free admission to veterans and active military all day on Veterans Day.
Thursday, November 12
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, November 12
Myths & Misconceptions about Paducah: Myths, Legends, Lore, Lies, McCracken County Public Library (555 Washington St., Paducah), 7 p.m., free.
During this talk, John Robertson will discuss fascinating and some perhaps controversial aspects of Paducah's history, including often debated Chief Paduke, internationally know "Speedie," Pegleg Pete, and the tales of the witches of Island Creek and the "eyes" on Poole Road. He will also take a look at unique people and events that shaped Paducah's rich history, such as Paducah's greatest contribution to professional baseball, evolution, and the Scopes Trial. Robertson is an avid local historian and author of several titles including Paducah: a Pictorial History, Paducah: Frontier to the Atomic Age and the recent, Paducahans: Famous and Not So Famous and Profiles of Past Paducahans, co-authored by the late Allan Rhodes Sr. In 2008, The Kentucky Historical Society honored Robertson with the Lifetime Contribution to Kentucky History Award. All programs are free and open to the public. For more info, contact Bobbie Wrinkle, (270) 442-2510 x19.
Thursday, November 5
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, November 6
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.
Saturday, November 14
Dare to Suck! A Song Writing Seminar with Brian White, Brice Long and Arlos Smith, West Kentucky Community and Technical College (Clemens Fine Arts Center), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $20 per person.
Get insight into the nuts and bolts of what makes a song great, common mistakes songwriters make and why a publisher passes on your song. Learn more about accent, rhyme scheme, syllable count and the marriage of lyric and music. This class will put you in the spotlight, make you squirm and see if you really are willing to take the risk to be heard. Two participants will be chosen to perform a song at the evening Backstage Pass Concert. For more info., contact Gail Robinson Butler, (270) 534-3213.
Saturday, November 14
Second Saturday Book Signing, Judeen's Art Studio & Gallery (720 Harrison St., Paducah), 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Meet author Pam Whinnery at Judeen's Art Studio & Gallery. Pam will be available (along with recipe contributor Judeen) to sign her book, Favorite Recipes of Kentucky Celebrities. Call (270) 444-9525 for more info.
Saturday, November 14
West Kentucky Christian Writers' Group, Concord UMC (brick house/office behind church, 5178 Hinkleville Rd., Paducah), 1 p.m. to 3 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, drop an e-mail.
Sunday, November 15
Sunday Afternoon with the Authors, McCracken County Public Library (Community Room, 555 Washington St., Paducah), 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., free.
Five scribes from the region will enlighten you about their process for creating stories. They will also read from and sign their novels--making this event informative, entertaining, and personal. (Plus, an autographed book from a local author makes a wonderful holiday gift!) The event is free; books are available for purchase. You’ll meet the following authors:
Paul Dotson, author of Never to Return: Marshall County Forever Changed, the true story of the building of Land Between the Lakes and the families whose lives were changed forever.
Barry Eysman, author of Candles for November, First Snap of Winter, a collection of horror stories, with a wide range of topics and styles dealing with darkness.
Taylor Harbin, author of Lunar Dawn, a tale of epic conquest. For decades, the planet, Seras, has been besieged by hordes of evil creatures or Demons. Known as the Holy Knight, Ephraim Jordan is a traveler and a defender of the human race against the Demon elite for the past seven years. This is the first of a trilogy.
Molly Harper, author of Nice Girls Don’t Have Fangs and Nice Girls Don’t Date Dead Men. This is a series of three books involving a librarian turned vampire and her romantic adventures.
Lillian Webb Taylor, author of Santa’s Musical Elves. This Christmas story in verse tells of Santa’s workshop activities and his elves’ musical participation in preparation for “the big night” of deliveries. The book also includes written music for the elves’ nonsensical songs.
This is the first year for Sunday Afternoon with the Authors. The library staff hopes to offer this event annually and other programs like it throughout the year.
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.
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.
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