Monday, November 2Book Ends Book Club: To Kill a Mockingbird,
Graves County Public Library (601 N. 17th St., Mayfield, KY), 5:30 p.m., free.
The Library has partnered with The Big Read to read
To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. New members are invited to attend and to join in the lively book discussions. Copies of the book are on loan from the library and members read it prior to the meeting. Call the Library at (270) 247-2911 to sign up. They'll have a copy of the book waiting for you. The Book Ends Reading Club meet the 1st Monday of the month (except for holidays).
Tuesday, November 3Story Time: The Lion and the Rat (Aesop's Fable) ;
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 3Mockingbird with the GTGs!,
Maiden Alley Cinema (112 Maiden Alley, Paducah), 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
You've read the book. Now, join other
To Kill A Mockingbird fans to decide which is better: the movie or the novel. The fabulous
Get Together Gals welcome you with cocktails and "mock"tails when you come to this free and exciting event. Dazzle your friends with your knowledge of Atticus, Scout, Jem, Tom, and life in Monroeville, AL in the pre-show trivia contest and win valuable prizes. Don't miss this exciting
Big Read event! To reserve a group of 10 or more, call Mary Katz at the Carson Center at (270) 443-9932, x250. Sponsored by Maiden Alley Cinema.
Tuesday, November 3Mayfield 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 4Discussions From Off the Shelf: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society,
McCracken County Public Library (Library Meeting Room, 555 Washington St., Paducah), noon, free.
Join WKCTC professor Andrew Halford and other readers for a discussion of
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary AnnShaffer and Annie Barrows. For more information, contact Julie Hart by telephone at (270) 442-2510 ext. 13 (toll-free 866-829-7532) or email at jhart@mclib.net.
Thursday, November 5Graves 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 5Southern Style Pre-Mockingbird Performance Supper,
Carson Center (Myre River Room, 100 Kentucky Ave., Paducah), 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., $15 for adults and $12 for children 10 & under.
Come and get a bite of delicious southern favorites that Jem and Scout enjoyed at the Pre-Performance Supper of
To Kill a Mockingbird before the stage performance at 7 p.m. This mouthwatering meal is catered by Neil's Catering, buffet style. Purchase tix from the Carson Center Box Office at (270) 450-4444.
Thursday, November 5To Kill A Mockingbird: Theatrical Production,
Carson Center (100 Kentucky Ave., Paducah), 10 a.m. (matinee) and 7 p.m.
Harper Lee’s 1960 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is unquestionably an American classic. Both heartwarming and chilling, this story of prejudice, racism, courage, and human value is familiar to many as an Academy Award-winning film. Brought to life onstage by the exemplary Montana Repertory Theater, it gains additional depth to create for audiences an unforgettable artistic and human experience.
To Kill a Mockingbird, now celebrating the 50th anniversary of its publication, has been adapted for the stage by Christopher Sergel. Box office: (270) 440-4444. Or purchase tix
online. Part of the National Endowment for the Arts program,
The Big Read.
Thursday, November 5 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, November 5Rhythm 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
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, November 6Paducah Writers Group readings,
Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free. Every Friday.
Saturday, November 7Tom, 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.
Sunday, November 8Tom, 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.
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