Intensive Yoga Teacher Training with Suzi Renaud
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
theyogaroomky.com
Suzi Renaud offers intensive yoga teacher training each weekend in May. Call for hours and fees. Certification with a nationally recognized fitness company in association with the American Council of Fitness Education. 559.1409.
Thursday, May 1Mayor and Judge Executive Prayer Breakfast
First Baptist Church of Paducah, Great Room
2890 Broadway
7 a.m.
wgcf.org
wbel.org
Plan to attend this 13th Annual Prayer Breakfast on the National Day of Prayer. Pray for the community, government, family and, with a special emphasis this year, healthcare givers. Special guest: Former St Louis Cardinal Pitcher Kent Bottenfield. Benefits American Family Radio. $25, or $175 for table of eight. For more info, email info@wgcf.org.
First Baptist Church of Paducah, Great Room
2890 Broadway
7 a.m.
wgcf.org
wbel.org
Plan to attend this 13th Annual Prayer Breakfast on the National Day of Prayer. Pray for the community, government, family and, with a special emphasis this year, healthcare givers. Special guest: Former St Louis Cardinal Pitcher Kent Bottenfield. Benefits American Family Radio. $25, or $175 for table of eight. For more info, email info@wgcf.org.
Thursday, May 1MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers
Lone Oak First Baptist Church
3601 Lone Oak Road
9:30-11:30 a.m.
mops.org
If you’re a mother of preschooler, you’ve got your hands full! MOPS meets the first and third Thursdays for food, fellowship, guest speakers, creative activities, a devotion and discussion groups. Come join the fun! Free to first-time visitors. Contact 534.8830 or jallgood@comcast.net.
Lone Oak First Baptist Church
3601 Lone Oak Road
9:30-11:30 a.m.
mops.org
If you’re a mother of preschooler, you’ve got your hands full! MOPS meets the first and third Thursdays for food, fellowship, guest speakers, creative activities, a devotion and discussion groups. Come join the fun! Free to first-time visitors. Contact 534.8830 or jallgood@comcast.net.
Thursday May 1Super Shredder Thursday
1120 Main St.
Benton, Ky.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
supershredder.biz
WPSD TV teams with Peel and Holland in Benton along with Purchase Records Destruction to shred your personal documents for free! 395.7731.
1120 Main St.
Benton, Ky.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
supershredder.biz
WPSD TV teams with Peel and Holland in Benton along with Purchase Records Destruction to shred your personal documents for free! 395.7731.
Thursday, May 1Downtown Kiwanis Club
310 North 4th St.
Noon
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings. Email Chuck.Williamson@jpenergy.com for more info.
310 North 4th St.
Noon
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings. Email Chuck.Williamson@jpenergy.com for more info.
Rescheduled for Thursday, June 5
Mayor Paxton Reception
332 North 7th St.
5-7:30 p.m.
paxtonformayor.com
Everyone is invited to a reception for Mayor Paxton at the home of Bruce Brockenborough and Mary Thorsby in the Madison Condominiums, corner of 7th and Madison streets. Please plan to stop by, enjoy some catered refreshments and visit with the mayor! RSVP to 442.7682 or email mary@thorsby.com.
332 North 7th St.
5-7:30 p.m.
paxtonformayor.com
Everyone is invited to a reception for Mayor Paxton at the home of Bruce Brockenborough and Mary Thorsby in the Madison Condominiums, corner of 7th and Madison streets. Please plan to stop by, enjoy some catered refreshments and visit with the mayor! RSVP to 442.7682 or email mary@thorsby.com.
Thursday, May 1 Night Moves Dance Club
American Legion
425 Legion Drive
6-9 p.m.
nightmovesdanceclub.aboutpaducah.com
Grab your dancing shoes and join the Night Moves Dance Club every Thursday night, 6-9 p.m., for line dancing and couples classes. Beginners welcome! $3, at the door. For more info, call Jim or Mildred Loe, 442.3186.
American Legion
425 Legion Drive
6-9 p.m.
nightmovesdanceclub.aboutpaducah.com
Grab your dancing shoes and join the Night Moves Dance Club every Thursday night, 6-9 p.m., for line dancing and couples classes. Beginners welcome! $3, at the door. For more info, call Jim or Mildred Loe, 442.3186.
Thursday, May 1Breastfeeding Class
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn the proper techniques for a happy, healthy baby and a more comfortable you! 444.2640.
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn the proper techniques for a happy, healthy baby and a more comfortable you! 444.2640.
Thursday, May 1Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Thursday, May 1Basic Pet Obedience Class
Paducah Kennel Club
Fisher Road (route 305)
7 p.m.
paducahkennelclub.com
Six-week basic obedience classes for dogs (must be three months old) and handlers (must be at least 16). Bring proof of vaccinations, including Bordetella, to the first night of class, as well as your dog. Class size is limited – not for aggressive dogs. $75. For more info, call Virginia Manchester, 444-9694, or Debbie Cavitt, 554-1954.
Paducah Kennel Club
Fisher Road (route 305)
7 p.m.
paducahkennelclub.com
Six-week basic obedience classes for dogs (must be three months old) and handlers (must be at least 16). Bring proof of vaccinations, including Bordetella, to the first night of class, as well as your dog. Class size is limited – not for aggressive dogs. $75. For more info, call Virginia Manchester, 444-9694, or Debbie Cavitt, 554-1954.
Thursday, May 1South Paducah Kiwanis
1640 South 6th St.
7 p.m.
The South Paducah Kiwanis club invites members and guests to this weekly meeting. The group's mission: serving the children of the world, one at a time. Email Tommy Brown for more info.
1640 South 6th St.
7 p.m.
The South Paducah Kiwanis club invites members and guests to this weekly meeting. The group's mission: serving the children of the world, one at a time. Email Tommy Brown for more info.
Thursday, May 1Kent Bottenfield Concert
First Baptist Church of Lone Oak
3601 Lone Oak Rd.
7-9 p.m.
wgcf.org
wbel.org
loneoakfbc.org
Former St. Louis Cardinal and Christian recording artist Kent Bottenfield presents a free concert. Demonstration of LOGOS Bible software featured. Benefits American Family Radio. Free. 270.462.3020 or 270.554.1441.
First Baptist Church of Lone Oak
3601 Lone Oak Rd.
7-9 p.m.
wgcf.org
wbel.org
loneoakfbc.org
Former St. Louis Cardinal and Christian recording artist Kent Bottenfield presents a free concert. Demonstration of LOGOS Bible software featured. Benefits American Family Radio. Free. 270.462.3020 or 270.554.1441.
Thursday, May 1The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Thursday, May 1Rhythm and Poetry
Club Plush
1200 North 8th St.
8-11 p.m.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! Free! For more info, call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, 556.0639. Free.
Club Plush
1200 North 8th St.
8-11 p.m.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! Free! For more info, call the fabulously talented Darris Shelby, 556.0639. Free.
Friday, May 2Andrew Halford Retirement Reception
WKCTC
Anderson Building, College Bistro
2 p.m.
westkentucky.kctcs.edu
Andrew Halford, coordinator of professional and organizational development at WKCTC, is retiring after 40 years with the college. All are welcome to share fond memories with Andrew and to thank him for his incredible service.
WKCTC
Anderson Building, College Bistro
2 p.m.
westkentucky.kctcs.edu
Andrew Halford, coordinator of professional and organizational development at WKCTC, is retiring after 40 years with the college. All are welcome to share fond memories with Andrew and to thank him for his incredible service.
Friday, May 2Celebrate Your Birthday with a Mammogram
Lourdes Hospital Borders Community Room
2 p.m.
The Kentucky Cancer Program (KCP) and First Lady Jane Beshear invite women over 40 to celebrate their birthdays today with cake, gifts and helpful information about the signs, symptoms and risk factors of breast cancer and where to turn for help and care. Women 65 and older should definitely come, as well as those medically underserved, under-insured and rarely or never screened. 442.1310.
Lourdes Hospital Borders Community Room
2 p.m.
The Kentucky Cancer Program (KCP) and First Lady Jane Beshear invite women over 40 to celebrate their birthdays today with cake, gifts and helpful information about the signs, symptoms and risk factors of breast cancer and where to turn for help and care. Women 65 and older should definitely come, as well as those medically underserved, under-insured and rarely or never screened. 442.1310.
John Hardy Trunk Show
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful jewels from John Hardy! 443.9200.
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful jewels from John Hardy! 443.9200.
Friday, May 2Golf Demo Day at Drake Creek
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
1 Torrey Pines
Ledbetter
drakecreek.com
Try the latest equipment from Taylormade, Callaway and Nike. 270.898.GOLF.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
1 Torrey Pines
Ledbetter
drakecreek.com
Try the latest equipment from Taylormade, Callaway and Nike. 270.898.GOLF.
Friday, May 2The Twenty Thirty Group: Fridays@5
Max's Brick Oven Café
112 Market House Square
5 p.m.
twentythirtygroup.com
myspace.com/twentythirtygroup
Enjoy after-work networking, socializing and drinks! The Twenty Thirty Group offers a fun opportunity to meet new people in the area and reconnect with old friends. Call Chuck Tate, 443.9932, x262.
Max's Brick Oven Café
112 Market House Square
5 p.m.
twentythirtygroup.com
myspace.com/twentythirtygroup
Enjoy after-work networking, socializing and drinks! The Twenty Thirty Group offers a fun opportunity to meet new people in the area and reconnect with old friends. Call Chuck Tate, 443.9932, x262.
Friday, May 2Wine Tasting at Wine Pro
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
Friday, May 2First Friday Beginners’ Meditation
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway
5:30 p.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Start your weekend right with a 15-minute meditation the first Friday of each month. Casual talk follows with the goal of meditation for relaxation and stress reduction. For more info, email Ron DeVillez, rdpitta@comcast.net.
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway
5:30 p.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Start your weekend right with a 15-minute meditation the first Friday of each month. Casual talk follows with the goal of meditation for relaxation and stress reduction. For more info, email Ron DeVillez, rdpitta@comcast.net.
Friday, May 2S.O.S. (Sisters of Support) Meeting
Christ Temple
523 N. 12th St
6:30-7:30 p.m.
L.I.F.E. Community Inc. invites Sisters to come together to talk about issues that women face. A time for Sisters to share hurts and healings. For Sisters 18 and up. Free. 575.3823.
Christ Temple
523 N. 12th St
6:30-7:30 p.m.
L.I.F.E. Community Inc. invites Sisters to come together to talk about issues that women face. A time for Sisters to share hurts and healings. For Sisters 18 and up. Free. 575.3823.
Friday, May 2The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Friday, May 2Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Friday, May 2Senior Citizens’ Dances
McCracken County Senior Center
1400 HC Mathis Dr.
7-10 p.m.
Party on, seniors! Tonight’s band: Due South! $6. Everyone is invited and welcome to enjoy some great dancing – especially RSVP volunteers! 443.8579.
McCracken County Senior Center
1400 HC Mathis Dr.
7-10 p.m.
Party on, seniors! Tonight’s band: Due South! $6. Everyone is invited and welcome to enjoy some great dancing – especially RSVP volunteers! 443.8579.
Friday, May 2Paducah Writers Group
Etcetera
320 North 6th St.
7:30 p.m.
myspace.com/pwg07
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. Free.
Etcetera
320 North 6th St.
7:30 p.m.
myspace.com/pwg07
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. Free.
Friday, May 2Bob & Tom Comedy All Stars
Carson Center
7:30 p.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
With more than 5 million listeners in over 150 markets, The Bob & Tom Show is one of the largest, fastest-growing and most successful morning shows in the United States. Tonight's featured performers: Donnie Baker, David Crowe, Patti Vasquez, Tim Wilson and Roy Wood. 450.4444.
Carson Center
7:30 p.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
With more than 5 million listeners in over 150 markets, The Bob & Tom Show is one of the largest, fastest-growing and most successful morning shows in the United States. Tonight's featured performers: Donnie Baker, David Crowe, Patti Vasquez, Tim Wilson and Roy Wood. 450.4444.
Friday, May 2Magic at Max’s Brick Oven Café
112 Market House Square
8-10 p.m.
toddduff.com
Enjoy an intimate magical experience that will blow your mind and satisfy your appetite.
112 Market House Square
8-10 p.m.
toddduff.com
Enjoy an intimate magical experience that will blow your mind and satisfy your appetite.
Friday, May 2Partial Post
Fat Moe’s
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
myspace.com/partialpost
Deliver yourself to Fat Moe’s tonight to hear Partial Post!
Fat Moe’s
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
myspace.com/partialpost
Deliver yourself to Fat Moe’s tonight to hear Partial Post!
Community Yard Sale at K-Mart
2440 Lone Oak Rd.
6 a.m.-1 p.m.
This excellent yard sale in the K-Mart parking lot benefits the Light House Ministry, a shelter for women and children who are victims of domestic violence. If you’d like to set up a table to sell items, the fee is $10. You keep your profits. Reserve your spot by calling Kristy, 205.4709, or Jeff, 554.9336, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
2440 Lone Oak Rd.
6 a.m.-1 p.m.
This excellent yard sale in the K-Mart parking lot benefits the Light House Ministry, a shelter for women and children who are victims of domestic violence. If you’d like to set up a table to sell items, the fee is $10. You keep your profits. Reserve your spot by calling Kristy, 205.4709, or Jeff, 554.9336, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Saturday, May 3Lone Oak Chiropractic 1st Annual Family Wellness Day
Benefits Purchase Area Sexual Assault Center
125 Augusta Ave., Suite D
7 a.m. Registration for 5K Race
8 a.m. Race begins
Support PASAC by participating in this 5K Run (walking or crawling accepted). Refreshments, prizes, T-shirts and children's activities, along with health screenings, available. Pick up entry forms from Lone Oak Chiropractic. For more info, call Melissa Roller, 554.5114.
Benefits Purchase Area Sexual Assault Center
125 Augusta Ave., Suite D
7 a.m. Registration for 5K Race
8 a.m. Race begins
Support PASAC by participating in this 5K Run (walking or crawling accepted). Refreshments, prizes, T-shirts and children's activities, along with health screenings, available. Pick up entry forms from Lone Oak Chiropractic. For more info, call Melissa Roller, 554.5114.
Saturday, May 3 Free Shredding Event
Purchase Records Destruction
8981 US Hwy 62
Calvert City, Ky.
7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
supershredder.biz
Purchase Records Destruction will join more than 120 other secure shredding companies across the country in highlighting the importance of protecting discarded personal information today. Bring up to 125 pounds of paper to be destroyed, free. 270.395.7731.
Purchase Records Destruction
8981 US Hwy 62
Calvert City, Ky.
7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
supershredder.biz
Purchase Records Destruction will join more than 120 other secure shredding companies across the country in highlighting the importance of protecting discarded personal information today. Bring up to 125 pounds of paper to be destroyed, free. 270.395.7731.
Saturday, May 3LowerTown Plant Sale
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
8 a.m.-Noon
Come for a morning of plant selection, plant container sales and information on what plants grow best in your yard. Plants and advice provided by Sanders Nursery of Paducah. Special area provided for kids to paint pots for Mother's Day. Proceeds benefit the Lower Town Renaissance Association and the Lower Town Arts District Association.
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
8 a.m.-Noon
Come for a morning of plant selection, plant container sales and information on what plants grow best in your yard. Plants and advice provided by Sanders Nursery of Paducah. Special area provided for kids to paint pots for Mother's Day. Proceeds benefit the Lower Town Renaissance Association and the Lower Town Arts District Association.
Saturday, May 3Oscar Cross Homeplace Work Day
621 Ohio St.
8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Work on demolition of inside of the home and cutting outside trees. For more info, call Leslie Heath, 331.2506.
621 Ohio St.
8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Work on demolition of inside of the home and cutting outside trees. For more info, call Leslie Heath, 331.2506.
Saturday, May 3Warrior Fitness
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway
9:30 a.m.-Noon
2-4:30 p.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Personal trainer, yoga instructor and martial artist Richard Hobin will visit from the St. Louis area to share his effective personal training circuit, Warrior Fitness. Free. 575.0211.
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway
9:30 a.m.-Noon
2-4:30 p.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Personal trainer, yoga instructor and martial artist Richard Hobin will visit from the St. Louis area to share his effective personal training circuit, Warrior Fitness. Free. 575.0211.
Saturday, May 3John Hardy Trunk Show
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful jewels from John Hardy! 443.9200.
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful jewels from John Hardy! 443.9200.
Saturday, May 312th Annual Flower & Herb Festival
The Clay Pot
5601 Benton Rd.
10 a.m.
myspace.com/theclaypotpaducah
Bring a friend and enjoy lunch and or some great seminars. Browse an open-air shop filled with old and new items to help make your home one-of-a-kind. Lunch $11, seminars $4 and workshop $25. Reserve your spot by calling Debbie Duncan, 898.0701.
The Clay Pot
5601 Benton Rd.
10 a.m.
myspace.com/theclaypotpaducah
Bring a friend and enjoy lunch and or some great seminars. Browse an open-air shop filled with old and new items to help make your home one-of-a-kind. Lunch $11, seminars $4 and workshop $25. Reserve your spot by calling Debbie Duncan, 898.0701.
Saturday, May 3Make Your Mark: Derby Arts Festival
Founders Square
Hopkinsville
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
visithopkinsville.com
Don't miss this Derby Arts Festival, featuring musical performances and juried artists exhibits and demonstrations. Enjoy sidewalk art competitions, student art and lots of great art activities for children. Sponsored by: Hopkinsville Art Guild, Pennyroyal Academy of Fine Arts, Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention & Visitor's Bureau, White Drive Products and the City of Hopkinsville. Rain date is May 9. 270.886.33776.
Founders Square
Hopkinsville
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
visithopkinsville.com
Don't miss this Derby Arts Festival, featuring musical performances and juried artists exhibits and demonstrations. Enjoy sidewalk art competitions, student art and lots of great art activities for children. Sponsored by: Hopkinsville Art Guild, Pennyroyal Academy of Fine Arts, Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention & Visitor's Bureau, White Drive Products and the City of Hopkinsville. Rain date is May 9. 270.886.33776.
Saturday, May 3Native American Remembrance Day
Trail of Tears Park
Princeton, Ky.
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
The Caldwell County Trail of Tears Commission invites everyone to celebrate Native American Remembrance Day by making pots, corn husk dolls and buffalo necklaces; trying a blow gun; seeing moccasins being made and learning about medicinal plants. Demonstrators will sell their crafts. 270-545-9090.
Trail of Tears Park
Princeton, Ky.
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
The Caldwell County Trail of Tears Commission invites everyone to celebrate Native American Remembrance Day by making pots, corn husk dolls and buffalo necklaces; trying a blow gun; seeing moccasins being made and learning about medicinal plants. Demonstrators will sell their crafts. 270-545-9090.
Saturday, May 3Democracy for America Peace Demonstration
Noble Park
10 a.m.-noon
Gather at the Wacinton Statue. All are welcome to demonstrate. Co-sponsor: Patriots for Peace.
Noble Park
10 a.m.-noon
Gather at the Wacinton Statue. All are welcome to demonstrate. Co-sponsor: Patriots for Peace.
Saturday, May 3Annual Women's Prayer Brunch
Christ Temple Women's Ministry
523 North 12th St.
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
A wonderful time for fellowship among women who need peace, unity, strength and love. Sisters gather to express their individual God-given talents and testimonies and to encourage one another! Free. For more info, call Lashonda Saddler, 575.3823.
Christ Temple Women's Ministry
523 North 12th St.
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
A wonderful time for fellowship among women who need peace, unity, strength and love. Sisters gather to express their individual God-given talents and testimonies and to encourage one another! Free. For more info, call Lashonda Saddler, 575.3823.
Saturday, May 3Concord Remembered 1949-2008 Book Signing
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
1-3 p.m.
It's hot off the press! Concord Elementary fifth grade Gifted/Talented students have published a book, Concord Remembered 1949-2008. Students will be at Etcetera Coffeehouse to sign copies! The books are $10 apiece.
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
1-3 p.m.
It's hot off the press! Concord Elementary fifth grade Gifted/Talented students have published a book, Concord Remembered 1949-2008. Students will be at Etcetera Coffeehouse to sign copies! The books are $10 apiece.
Saturday, May 3Take Steps for Crohn's and Colitis
University of Tennessee-Martin Fitness Trail
Martin, Tenn.
1-3 p.m.
active.com/donate/takestepsNashville07/BHinson
After being diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 2000, Brent Hinson decided to funnel his energy into spreading awareness and raising funds for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. He's walking the UT-Martin Fitness Trail. To support his efforts, or get involved yourself, visit the link above or call him at 217.0175.
University of Tennessee-Martin Fitness Trail
Martin, Tenn.
1-3 p.m.
active.com/donate/takestepsNashville07/BHinson
After being diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 2000, Brent Hinson decided to funnel his energy into spreading awareness and raising funds for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. He's walking the UT-Martin Fitness Trail. To support his efforts, or get involved yourself, visit the link above or call him at 217.0175.
Saturday, May 3Saturday, May 3The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
2 and 7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
2 and 7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Saturday, May 3Linda LaTourelle Book Signing
Books-A-Million
2929 James Sanders Blvd
2-3 p.m.
bluegrasspublishing.com/authorsLinda.shtml
Celebrating 250,000 copies in print, Linda LaTourelle of Mayfield will sign her book, The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word. Meet her and find out how you can get your book published for personal or professional use – or perhaps as a fundraiser for your organization. 251.3600.
Books-A-Million
2929 James Sanders Blvd
2-3 p.m.
bluegrasspublishing.com/authorsLinda.shtml
Celebrating 250,000 copies in print, Linda LaTourelle of Mayfield will sign her book, The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word. Meet her and find out how you can get your book published for personal or professional use – or perhaps as a fundraiser for your organization. 251.3600.
Saturday, May 3MHT Ultimate Derby Party
Benefits Market House Theatre Youth and Outreach Programming
Max’s Brick Oven Restaurant Courtyard
3 p.m.
mhtplay.com
It’s the next best thing to being there! This extremely fun Kentucky Derby party features a fabulous Derby Buffet catered by Kirchhoff’s in the garden of Max’s Brick Oven. Then watch the Kentucky Derby simulcast on the big screen at the Maiden Alley Cinema. $40 at the door, or call 444.6828.
Benefits Market House Theatre Youth and Outreach Programming
Max’s Brick Oven Restaurant Courtyard
3 p.m.
mhtplay.com
It’s the next best thing to being there! This extremely fun Kentucky Derby party features a fabulous Derby Buffet catered by Kirchhoff’s in the garden of Max’s Brick Oven. Then watch the Kentucky Derby simulcast on the big screen at the Maiden Alley Cinema. $40 at the door, or call 444.6828.
Saturday, May 3Wine and Beer Tasting at Roof Brothers
3145 Park Ave.
3-5 p.m.
roofbrothers.com
Stop by Roof Brothers for their weekly wine and beer tasting! Great wines and more than 450 beers in stock! 443.6601.
3145 Park Ave.
3-5 p.m.
roofbrothers.com
Stop by Roof Brothers for their weekly wine and beer tasting! Great wines and more than 450 beers in stock! 443.6601.
Saturday, May 3Wine Tasting at Wagner Wine and Spirits
Wagner Wine and Spirits
2700 New Holt Rd.
4-6 p.m.
Join Wagner’s for wine tasting and food every Saturday afternoon! Free. 575.0109.
Wagner Wine and Spirits
2700 New Holt Rd.
4-6 p.m.
Join Wagner’s for wine tasting and food every Saturday afternoon! Free. 575.0109.
Saturday, May 3Wine Tasting at Wine Pro
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
Saturday, May 3Brushstrokes & Beverages!
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
6:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Bring your favorite adult beverage or soft drink! Susan K. Edwards shows step-by-step how to paint a beautiful 16" x 20" acrylic painting that you can take home at the end of the evening. Join once a month or as many times as you like. Adults 21 and older only. Beginner, intermediate and advanced all welcome. $35 per lesson, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
6:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Bring your favorite adult beverage or soft drink! Susan K. Edwards shows step-by-step how to paint a beautiful 16" x 20" acrylic painting that you can take home at the end of the evening. Join once a month or as many times as you like. Adults 21 and older only. Beginner, intermediate and advanced all welcome. $35 per lesson, includes all materials.
Saturday, May 3Living For Life Art Show
Irvin Cobb Hotel Ballroom
600 Broadway
7-10 p.m.
Lorraine Bassett, a new artist from Sacramento, invites everyone to this after-the-derby art event. The Living for Life band will perform, featuring David Greenberg (lead guitarist), Janet Massey (bass) and Ike Owen, and hors d'oeuvres and spirits served. Donations and a portion of all art sold will benefit the Kentucky Cancer Program and the American Cancer Society. RSVP by calling 443.0568.
Irvin Cobb Hotel Ballroom
600 Broadway
7-10 p.m.
Lorraine Bassett, a new artist from Sacramento, invites everyone to this after-the-derby art event. The Living for Life band will perform, featuring David Greenberg (lead guitarist), Janet Massey (bass) and Ike Owen, and hors d'oeuvres and spirits served. Donations and a portion of all art sold will benefit the Kentucky Cancer Program and the American Cancer Society. RSVP by calling 443.0568.
Saturday, May 3Screen on the Green
Corner of 7th and Madison
7 p.m Neighborhood picnic; movie begins after dark
paducaharts.com
Bring a blanket, folding chair and snacks to the big grassy space at the corner of 7th and Madison and enjoy a movie outdoors on the big screen! Tonight's film: Play Time. Monsieur Hulot has to contact an American official in Paris, but gets lost in the maze of modern architecture filled with the latest technical gadgets. Caught in the tourism invasion, Hulot roams around Paris with a group of American tourists, causing chaos in his usual manner. A great evening with friends, art and film! Free! 444.8690 or artinfo@paducaharts.com. Sponsored by WKMS. BACK TO TOP
Corner of 7th and Madison
7 p.m Neighborhood picnic; movie begins after dark
paducaharts.com
Bring a blanket, folding chair and snacks to the big grassy space at the corner of 7th and Madison and enjoy a movie outdoors on the big screen! Tonight's film: Play Time. Monsieur Hulot has to contact an American official in Paris, but gets lost in the maze of modern architecture filled with the latest technical gadgets. Caught in the tourism invasion, Hulot roams around Paris with a group of American tourists, causing chaos in his usual manner. A great evening with friends, art and film! Free! 444.8690 or artinfo@paducaharts.com. Sponsored by WKMS. BACK TO TOP
Saturday, May 3Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Saturday, May 3Partial Post
Fat Moe’s
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
myspace.com/partialpost
Deliver yourself to Fat Moe’s tonight to hear Partial Post!
Fat Moe’s
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
myspace.com/partialpost
Deliver yourself to Fat Moe’s tonight to hear Partial Post!
Israel at 60 Festival
Civic Center
200 South Illinois
Carbondale, Ill.
simokyfed.com/ShlichaCorner/index.html
Israel turns 60 this year! Celebrate today at this festival, which features performances, music, folk dancing, short movies, arts and crafts, fun activities for kids, good Israeli food, and many vending booths with Israeli jewelry, books and more. $5; free for kids 12 and younger.
Civic Center
200 South Illinois
Carbondale, Ill.
simokyfed.com/ShlichaCorner/index.html
Israel turns 60 this year! Celebrate today at this festival, which features performances, music, folk dancing, short movies, arts and crafts, fun activities for kids, good Israeli food, and many vending booths with Israeli jewelry, books and more. $5; free for kids 12 and younger.
Sunday, May 4Lew Jetton and 61 South
Alto Vineyards
Alto Pass, Ill.
12:30-5:30 p.m.
61south.com
altovineyards.net/events.htm
Five hours of Lew Jetton! What could be better? How about five hours of Lew Jetton and wine! Lew says the band will play everything they know and a bunch of songs they don't know. Food from Broussard's Cajun Cuisine!
Alto Vineyards
Alto Pass, Ill.
12:30-5:30 p.m.
61south.com
altovineyards.net/events.htm
Five hours of Lew Jetton! What could be better? How about five hours of Lew Jetton and wine! Lew says the band will play everything they know and a bunch of songs they don't know. Food from Broussard's Cajun Cuisine!
Sunday, May 4Spring POPS Concert
WKCTC Arts in FOCUS
Clemens Fine Arts Center
3 p.m.
artsinfocus.org
The WKCTC Community Chorus Pops Concert showcases the chorus and soloists in musical numbers from the pop scene and Broadway. Attend this Paducah tradition, free! 534.3212.
WKCTC Arts in FOCUS
Clemens Fine Arts Center
3 p.m.
artsinfocus.org
The WKCTC Community Chorus Pops Concert showcases the chorus and soloists in musical numbers from the pop scene and Broadway. Attend this Paducah tradition, free! 534.3212.
Sunday, May 4Mass of the Children
First Christian Church of Paducah
415 Audubon Dr.
3 p.m.
paducahsymphony.org
Enjoy The Paducah Symphony Chorus & Children's Chorus as they perform John Rutter's Mass of the Children. $10 adults; $5 children. Limited seating. For tix and more info, call 444.0065.
First Christian Church of Paducah
415 Audubon Dr.
3 p.m.
paducahsymphony.org
Enjoy The Paducah Symphony Chorus & Children's Chorus as they perform John Rutter's Mass of the Children. $10 adults; $5 children. Limited seating. For tix and more info, call 444.0065.
Sunday, May 4Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Guinevere Pettigrew (Francis McDormand), a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams). 441.7007.
Sunday, May 4Discover the Fountain of Youth!
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
5-6:30 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
This class brings yoga, tai chi and Tibetan exercises together – exercises that have been practiced for thousands of years to balance mind and body. $12. 559.1409.
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
5-6:30 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
This class brings yoga, tai chi and Tibetan exercises together – exercises that have been practiced for thousands of years to balance mind and body. $12. 559.1409.
Sunday, May 4L.I.F.E. Community Marriage Enrichment
523 North 12th St.
6-7 p.m.
Married couples are invited to these sessions, held the first Sunday of the month, to discuss issues that hinder marriages and how to overcome them. This also is a time for married couples to share ideas to enrich their marriages, such as financial help, romantic outings, etc. 575.3823. Free.
523 North 12th St.
6-7 p.m.
Married couples are invited to these sessions, held the first Sunday of the month, to discuss issues that hinder marriages and how to overcome them. This also is a time for married couples to share ideas to enrich their marriages, such as financial help, romantic outings, etc. 575.3823. Free.
Class Acts Reservations
Carson Center
10 a.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
All public, private and home schools are invited to begin registering for the Carson Center's 2008-09 Class Acts Season and workshops. 443.9932, x250.
Carson Center
10 a.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
All public, private and home schools are invited to begin registering for the Carson Center's 2008-09 Class Acts Season and workshops. 443.9932, x250.
Monday, May 5Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Lourdes Hospital
Borders Community Room
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Learn the facts about this holiday while enjoying authentic food, attire and music! Free. For more info, call Martha Argotte, 444.2837.
Lourdes Hospital
Borders Community Room
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Learn the facts about this holiday while enjoying authentic food, attire and music! Free. For more info, call Martha Argotte, 444.2837.
Monday, May 5Lourdes Hospice Grief Support Group Meeting
HIPP Building
2855 Jackson St.
2-3:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
HIPP Building
2855 Jackson St.
2-3:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
Monday, May 5Adult Art Open Studio
Benefits the Fine Art Scholarship Fund at Paducah Parks Services
Paducah Parks Services Art Studio
1400 H.C. Mathis Dr.
3-4 p.m., but students can stay as late as 8 p.m.
paducahky.gov
A great class for folks who like to paint, draw or sculpt at all levels. Select an individual project and receive guidance from instructor Gretchen Smith. Relaxed, fun and sociable environment! $45/month or $15/lesson, including basic materials and supplies. Call Gretchen Smith, 243.0444, or email tallartist@hotmail.com.
Benefits the Fine Art Scholarship Fund at Paducah Parks Services
Paducah Parks Services Art Studio
1400 H.C. Mathis Dr.
3-4 p.m., but students can stay as late as 8 p.m.
paducahky.gov
A great class for folks who like to paint, draw or sculpt at all levels. Select an individual project and receive guidance from instructor Gretchen Smith. Relaxed, fun and sociable environment! $45/month or $15/lesson, including basic materials and supplies. Call Gretchen Smith, 243.0444, or email tallartist@hotmail.com.
Monday, May 5After School Drawing Class
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
wildhairstudios.com
3:15-4:30 p.m.
Get the basic skills you need to start drawing, or sharpen the skills you already have. Ms. Rodriguez will help students learn "How to See," "Proportions, " "Perspective" and "Shading." Monday classes are for those 13 and older; Wednesday classes are for those 9-12. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
wildhairstudios.com
3:15-4:30 p.m.
Get the basic skills you need to start drawing, or sharpen the skills you already have. Ms. Rodriguez will help students learn "How to See," "Proportions, " "Perspective" and "Shading." Monday classes are for those 13 and older; Wednesday classes are for those 9-12. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Monday, May 5Lourdes Hospice Healthy Grieving Group
2855 Jackson St.
5 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
2855 Jackson St.
5 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
Monday, May 5Tai Chi, Temple (Yang) Style
Paducah Yoga Center
7th and Broadway
paducahyogacenter.com
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Learn moving postures and meditative techniques to draw you into a relaxed and focused state. The result: reduced tension and increased awareness of our life energy (chi). $30 for four weeks. 210.7842 or email romiwan@yahoo.com.
Paducah Yoga Center
7th and Broadway
paducahyogacenter.com
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Learn moving postures and meditative techniques to draw you into a relaxed and focused state. The result: reduced tension and increased awareness of our life energy (chi). $30 for four weeks. 210.7842 or email romiwan@yahoo.com.
Monday, May 5L.I.F.E. Community Ex-Offender Support Group
W.C. Young Center
505 South 8th St.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
This support group helps ex-offenders overcome obstacles and discuss issues they face each day, as well as successes and helpful information. The group also offers job possibilities for those seeking employment. 575.3823. Free.
W.C. Young Center
505 South 8th St.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
This support group helps ex-offenders overcome obstacles and discuss issues they face each day, as well as successes and helpful information. The group also offers job possibilities for those seeking employment. 575.3823. Free.
Monday, May 5Hillary Clinton Campaign Headquarters Opening
2130 Lone Oak Rd.
5:30-7 p.m.
Everyone is invited to the opening of the Hillary Clinton Headquarters, and to meet Frank Sedita, regional field representative for the eight Purchase counties. The office is in the former "John Deere" building, between McDonald's and the carwash. Lone Oak High School pep band, speakers and food. For more info, call Paul Friedlander, 519.4737.
2130 Lone Oak Rd.
5:30-7 p.m.
Everyone is invited to the opening of the Hillary Clinton Headquarters, and to meet Frank Sedita, regional field representative for the eight Purchase counties. The office is in the former "John Deere" building, between McDonald's and the carwash. Lone Oak High School pep band, speakers and food. For more info, call Paul Friedlander, 519.4737.
Monday, May 540s/50s Group First Mondays
Cynthia's Ristorante
5:30-7:30 p.m.
4050group.blogspot.com
If you're in your 40s, 50s, younger, older or just think this group is right for you, stop by Cynthia's for drinks, networking and socializing! For more info, email Gwen Taylor, gtaylorgrt@bellsouth.net.
Cynthia's Ristorante
5:30-7:30 p.m.
4050group.blogspot.com
If you're in your 40s, 50s, younger, older or just think this group is right for you, stop by Cynthia's for drinks, networking and socializing! For more info, email Gwen Taylor, gtaylorgrt@bellsouth.net.
Monday, May 5Paducah City Planning Meetings
City Hall, 2nd Fl.
6 p.m.
paducahky.gov/city
Get involved in city government! These meetings help chart our future success. All are welcome. Meetings are televised live on Government Channel 11, as well. First and third Mondays.
City Hall, 2nd Fl.
6 p.m.
paducahky.gov/city
Get involved in city government! These meetings help chart our future success. All are welcome. Meetings are televised live on Government Channel 11, as well. First and third Mondays.
Monday, May 5Lupus Support Group
Lourdes Ground Floor, Classroom 4
6-7 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at this special meeting. 210.9247
Lourdes Ground Floor, Classroom 4
6-7 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at this special meeting. 210.9247
Monday May 5Rotaract Club of Paducah Meeting
McCracken County Public Library
555 Washington St.
6-7 p.m.
paducahrotary.org/paducahrotaract.htm
Everyone, between 18-30, is invited to these bimonthly Rotaract business meetings. The group focuses on service (both locally and globally), professional development, leadership development and fellowship. We do this through bi-monthly meetings, regular service projects, and social events. Members might be young professionals, recent college graduates, current college students or anyone! $5 per month. Contact paducahrotaract@gmail.com or visit Paducah Rotaract on facebook.com
McCracken County Public Library
555 Washington St.
6-7 p.m.
paducahrotary.org/paducahrotaract.htm
Everyone, between 18-30, is invited to these bimonthly Rotaract business meetings. The group focuses on service (both locally and globally), professional development, leadership development and fellowship. We do this through bi-monthly meetings, regular service projects, and social events. Members might be young professionals, recent college graduates, current college students or anyone! $5 per month. Contact paducahrotaract@gmail.com or visit Paducah Rotaract on facebook.com
Monday, May 5Childbirth Class
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to prepare for your new little one! 444.2640.
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to prepare for your new little one! 444.2640.
HEARTS 4 BABIES
Concord United Community Methodist Church
Hinkleville Road
10 a.m.-2 p.m. This non-denominational group meets the first Tuesday of each month to make layettes for the hospitals in the tri-state area for the less fortunate. You don't have to sew to help make the layettes. 554.1441.
Concord United Community Methodist Church
Hinkleville Road
10 a.m.-2 p.m. This non-denominational group meets the first Tuesday of each month to make layettes for the hospitals in the tri-state area for the less fortunate. You don't have to sew to help make the layettes. 554.1441.
Tuesday, May 6Paducah Lions Club
Irvin Cobb
Noon
This oldest Lions Club in Kentucky meets weekly for lunch and a guest speaker.
Irvin Cobb
Noon
This oldest Lions Club in Kentucky meets weekly for lunch and a guest speaker.
Tuesday, May 6March for Babies Fundraiser
Vanguard Contractors Staff Delivers Lunch
Download the PDF
12:30 p.m.
Don't have time for lunch today? Let Vanguard Contractors staff members deliver something to your office! Enjoy a box lunch of ham and cheese or turkey and cheese, chips or salad, a cookie and water, all for $5. Proceeds benefit the March of Dimes. Download the PDF for details!
Vanguard Contractors Staff Delivers Lunch
Download the PDF
12:30 p.m.
Don't have time for lunch today? Let Vanguard Contractors staff members deliver something to your office! Enjoy a box lunch of ham and cheese or turkey and cheese, chips or salad, a cookie and water, all for $5. Proceeds benefit the March of Dimes. Download the PDF for details!
Tuesday, May 6Balletone
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
12:30-1:25 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Balletone combines ballet techniques with yoga and Pilates exercises at the ballet bar to create tone and flexibility. Ballet bars now at The Yoga Room! All levels. Tuesdays and Thursdays. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
12:30-1:25 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Balletone combines ballet techniques with yoga and Pilates exercises at the ballet bar to create tone and flexibility. Ballet bars now at The Yoga Room! All levels. Tuesdays and Thursdays. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
Tuesday, May 6th Bob's Drive-In Night for JoAnna Butler
Benefits the JoAnna Butler Medical Benefit Fund
2429 Bridge Street
5-8 p.m.
Bob's Owner Neil Ward graciously offers 15 percent of sales for this night to benefit JoAnna Butler, a 16-year-old cancer patient at the Mayo Clinic. The funds will help he family stay in the Ronald McDonald House while she receives treatment. For more info, call Laura Davis, 575.3893.
Benefits the JoAnna Butler Medical Benefit Fund
2429 Bridge Street
5-8 p.m.
Bob's Owner Neil Ward graciously offers 15 percent of sales for this night to benefit JoAnna Butler, a 16-year-old cancer patient at the Mayo Clinic. The funds will help he family stay in the Ronald McDonald House while she receives treatment. For more info, call Laura Davis, 575.3893.
Tuesday, May 6Lourdes Hospice Grief Support Group Meeting
Graves County Public Library
5 p.m.
Find friendship and support. 415.3636.
Graves County Public Library
5 p.m.
Find friendship and support. 415.3636.
Tuesday May 6Watercolor Tuesdays
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-7:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Learn to paint using watercolors! (This course assumes a certain level of knowledge, so you may want to take a fundamentals workshop first.) Exercises include how to paint a perfect watercolor sky, realistic greens and how to achieve a color match to nature. You'll complete a finished painting each week. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-7:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Learn to paint using watercolors! (This course assumes a certain level of knowledge, so you may want to take a fundamentals workshop first.) Exercises include how to paint a perfect watercolor sky, realistic greens and how to achieve a color match to nature. You'll complete a finished painting each week. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Tuesday, May 6Gardeners' Toolbox: Waterwise
UK Cooperative Extension Office
2705 Olivet Church Rd.
5-6:30 p.m.
Purchase Area Master Gardeners invite everyone interested in water-conserving gardening to attend this workshop. It's led by Frank Melton, retired water management extension agent, and Mary Evans, Paducah Water. Free. 554.9520.
UK Cooperative Extension Office
2705 Olivet Church Rd.
5-6:30 p.m.
Purchase Area Master Gardeners invite everyone interested in water-conserving gardening to attend this workshop. It's led by Frank Melton, retired water management extension agent, and Mary Evans, Paducah Water. Free. 554.9520.
Tuesday, May 6Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT)
Easter Seals Child Development Center
801 North 29th St.
6 p.m.
featofwky.org
Tonight the group will talk about summer events planning. Special guest Dr. Michael Winters will talk about toxicity and treatments he is doing here in Paducah for autistic children. Fr more info, email featofwky@gmail.com.
Easter Seals Child Development Center
801 North 29th St.
6 p.m.
featofwky.org
Tonight the group will talk about summer events planning. Special guest Dr. Michael Winters will talk about toxicity and treatments he is doing here in Paducah for autistic children. Fr more info, email featofwky@gmail.com.
Tuesday, May 6Paducah/McCracken County 4 Obama
McCracken County Public Library
555 Washington St.
6 p.m.
my.barackobama.com/page/group/Paducah
McCrackenCounty4Obama
Head up to the second floor and join the Barak Obama for President team. Meets every Tuesday; check for meeting location online. Bring friends!
McCracken County Public Library
555 Washington St.
6 p.m.
my.barackobama.com/page/group/Paducah
McCrackenCounty4Obama
Head up to the second floor and join the Barak Obama for President team. Meets every Tuesday; check for meeting location online. Bring friends!
Tuesday, May 6Sibling Class
Lourdes Classroom 1
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Finally, a way to learn to get along with your crazy sister or wacky brother. 444.2640.
Lourdes Classroom 1
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Finally, a way to learn to get along with your crazy sister or wacky brother. 444.2640.
Tuesday, May 6Survivors of Suicide Support Group
United Church of Paducah
4600 Buckner Lane
7-9 p.m.
uccpaducah.org/whatshappening.html
This group, which meets the first Tuesdays of the month, is for anyone touched by the unique grief of someone's suicide. The group offers a safe and confidential place to sort through questions and feelings related to this loss. People of all faiths, no faith and faltering faith are welcomed and given the assurance that our gatherings are doctrine- and dogma-free. 442.3722.
United Church of Paducah
4600 Buckner Lane
7-9 p.m.
uccpaducah.org/whatshappening.html
This group, which meets the first Tuesdays of the month, is for anyone touched by the unique grief of someone's suicide. The group offers a safe and confidential place to sort through questions and feelings related to this loss. People of all faiths, no faith and faltering faith are welcomed and given the assurance that our gatherings are doctrine- and dogma-free. 442.3722.
Lone Oak Kiwanis
The Parlor
3033 Lone Oak Rd.
6:45 a.m.
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings.
The Parlor
3033 Lone Oak Rd.
6:45 a.m.
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings.
Wednesday, May 7HEARTS 4 BABIES
Lone Oak First Baptist Church
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
This non-denominational group meets the first Wednesday of each month to make layettes for the hospitals in the tri-state area for the less fortunate. You don't have to sew to help make the layettes. 554.1441.
Lone Oak First Baptist Church
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
This non-denominational group meets the first Wednesday of each month to make layettes for the hospitals in the tri-state area for the less fortunate. You don't have to sew to help make the layettes. 554.1441.
Wednesday, May 7Paducah Rotary Club
Irvin Cobb Hotel
6th and Broadway
Noon
paducahrotary.org
The Paducah Rotary Club meets each Wednesday for lunch and excellent speakers.
Irvin Cobb Hotel
6th and Broadway
Noon
paducahrotary.org
The Paducah Rotary Club meets each Wednesday for lunch and excellent speakers.
Wednesday, May 7Discussions from Off the Shelf
McCracken County Library Meeting Room
Noon
mclib.net
WKCTC English Professor Andrew Halford discusses The Faith Club by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver and Priscilla Warner. A Muslim, Christian and Jew band together to write a children’s book on religious commonalities but instead end up debating differences. Hard feelings turn to new understanding and suggestions on coming together.
McCracken County Library Meeting Room
Noon
mclib.net
WKCTC English Professor Andrew Halford discusses The Faith Club by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver and Priscilla Warner. A Muslim, Christian and Jew band together to write a children’s book on religious commonalities but instead end up debating differences. Hard feelings turn to new understanding and suggestions on coming together.
Wednesday, May 7Knitting, Crocheting and More
Market Square Coffee
118 Market House Square
1 p.m.
Every Wednesday, join the Market Square Coffee crew with your latest knitting, crocheting or other project. Sit, have a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy the artistic camaraderie! 444.0044.
Market Square Coffee
118 Market House Square
1 p.m.
Every Wednesday, join the Market Square Coffee crew with your latest knitting, crocheting or other project. Sit, have a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy the artistic camaraderie! 444.0044.
Wednesday, May 7Lourdes Hospice Grief Support Group Meeting
225 West Water St., Suite 1
Mayfield
1-2:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these special gatherings, the first and third Wednesdays of the month. 415.3636.
225 West Water St., Suite 1
Mayfield
1-2:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these special gatherings, the first and third Wednesdays of the month. 415.3636.
Wednesday, May 7After School Drawing Class
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
wildhairstudios.com
4-5 p.m.
Get the basic skills you need to start drawing, or sharpen the skills you already have. Ms. Rodriguez will help students learn "How to See," "Proportions, " "Perspective" and "Shading." Monday classes are for those 13 and older; Wednesday classes are for those 9-12. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
wildhairstudios.com
4-5 p.m.
Get the basic skills you need to start drawing, or sharpen the skills you already have. Ms. Rodriguez will help students learn "How to See," "Proportions, " "Perspective" and "Shading." Monday classes are for those 13 and older; Wednesday classes are for those 9-12. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wednesday, May 7Tai Chi and Qiqong
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
5-5:45 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Free flowing and meditative Tai Chi exercises combining Sun and Chen Style movement with Qiqong exercises to balance mind, body and spirit. Each Wednesday. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
5-5:45 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Free flowing and meditative Tai Chi exercises combining Sun and Chen Style movement with Qiqong exercises to balance mind, body and spirit. Each Wednesday. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
Wednesday, May 7Meet and Greet Paducah's Nobel Prize Winner
Mike Miller Park
Draffenville, Ky.
5-8 p.m.
Meet Dr. Robert H. Grubbs, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry (2005). Dr. Grubb is from right here in Paducah! For more info, call Bonnie Grubbs Berry, 442.2882.
Mike Miller Park
Draffenville, Ky.
5-8 p.m.
Meet Dr. Robert H. Grubbs, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry (2005). Dr. Grubb is from right here in Paducah! For more info, call Bonnie Grubbs Berry, 442.2882.
Wednesday, May 7Landscapes in Oil
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-7:30 pm
wildhairstudios.com
Learn to paint a landscape in oil. Susan K. Edwards will teach, step by step, how to transform a blank canvas into a work of art. This weekly course walks you through the materials needed, techniques and fundamentals of oil painting. You'll complete a finished painting each week. For beginners. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-7:30 pm
wildhairstudios.com
Learn to paint a landscape in oil. Susan K. Edwards will teach, step by step, how to transform a blank canvas into a work of art. This weekly course walks you through the materials needed, techniques and fundamentals of oil painting. You'll complete a finished painting each week. For beginners. $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wednesday, May 7Mix @ 6
Di Fratelli
211 Broadway
6 p.m., but the fun doesn't start 'til 8ish.
twentythirtygroup.com
myspace.com/twentythirtygroup
The rockin’ Twenty Thirty Group gathers 6 p.m., each Wednesday, at Di Fratelli’s lounge. For more info, click the martini!
Di Fratelli
211 Broadway
6 p.m., but the fun doesn't start 'til 8ish.
twentythirtygroup.com
myspace.com/twentythirtygroup
The rockin’ Twenty Thirty Group gathers 6 p.m., each Wednesday, at Di Fratelli’s lounge. For more info, click the martini!
Wednesday, May 7Christ Central
St. Paul Lutheran Church
211 South 21 St.
6-7 p.m.
stpaulpaducah.org/ChristCentralWhatWeBelieve.htm
Join Corey Aker, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, and explore what the Christian faith is all about. If you're like most people, you have questions about the faith! Here's your chance to ask and discuss – meets each Wednesday evening. All are welcome. 442-8343.
St. Paul Lutheran Church
211 South 21 St.
6-7 p.m.
stpaulpaducah.org/ChristCentralWhatWeBelieve.htm
Join Corey Aker, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, and explore what the Christian faith is all about. If you're like most people, you have questions about the faith! Here's your chance to ask and discuss – meets each Wednesday evening. All are welcome. 442-8343.
Wednesday, May 7Sierra Club Meeting
Murray State University
Curris Center
7-8 p.m.
This general meeting is open to the public. Refreshments. Free. 270.354.8714.
Murray State University
Curris Center
7-8 p.m.
This general meeting is open to the public. Refreshments. Free. 270.354.8714.
Wednesday, May 7Party Gras Karaoke & DJ Show
Fire & Ice
3233 Clarks River Rd.
9 p.m.-1 a.m.
myspace.com/partygraskaraoke
You're halfway to the weekend! Head to Fire & Ice and let off some steam! (Or find some!) 362.2524.
Fire & Ice
3233 Clarks River Rd.
9 p.m.-1 a.m.
myspace.com/partygraskaraoke
You're halfway to the weekend! Head to Fire & Ice and let off some steam! (Or find some!) 362.2524.
Power in Partnership Breakfast
Carson Center, River Room
Enter through the Box Office Door
7:30 a.m.
paducahchamber.org
Start your day by visiting with Chamber members, networking and hearing from exciting speakers. Note the new location: the Carson Center's River Room! Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP. Today's speaker: Marcheta Sparrow, Kentucky Commerce Secretary. Today’s sponsor: Convention and Visitors Bureau and Paducah Main Street. Reservations: 443.1746.
Carson Center, River Room
Enter through the Box Office Door
7:30 a.m.
paducahchamber.org
Start your day by visiting with Chamber members, networking and hearing from exciting speakers. Note the new location: the Carson Center's River Room! Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP. Today's speaker: Marcheta Sparrow, Kentucky Commerce Secretary. Today’s sponsor: Convention and Visitors Bureau and Paducah Main Street. Reservations: 443.1746.
Thursday, May 8Thaddeus Rex: Read Like A Rock Star!
Carson Center
9:30 and 11:30 a.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
Clearly, “zany“ is the operative word for Thaddeus Rex, whose hilarious antics, signature brand of contagious enthusiasm and music aims to be fun, educational and empowering. This is an interactive music show that encourages the power of imagination and creativity. Grades 2-5. $5. Arrive 30 minutes early to purchase tix from the box office. (270) 443-9932, x213.
Carson Center
9:30 and 11:30 a.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
Clearly, “zany“ is the operative word for Thaddeus Rex, whose hilarious antics, signature brand of contagious enthusiasm and music aims to be fun, educational and empowering. This is an interactive music show that encourages the power of imagination and creativity. Grades 2-5. $5. Arrive 30 minutes early to purchase tix from the box office. (270) 443-9932, x213.
Thursday, May 8Michelson's Lagos Trunk Show
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful fine jewelry, traditional craftsmanship and modern sophistication. 443.9200.
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful fine jewelry, traditional craftsmanship and modern sophistication. 443.9200.
Thursday, May 8Relay For Life Cookout
West Kentucky Hematology & Oncology Group
Lourdes Medical Pavilion
225 Medical Center Dr.
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cookout with choice of $5 hamburgers and cheeseburgers or $4 hot dogs, chips, dessert and drink. Benefits the American Cancer Society. For more info, call Barbie Beach, 441.4343.
West Kentucky Hematology & Oncology Group
Lourdes Medical Pavilion
225 Medical Center Dr.
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cookout with choice of $5 hamburgers and cheeseburgers or $4 hot dogs, chips, dessert and drink. Benefits the American Cancer Society. For more info, call Barbie Beach, 441.4343.
Thursday, May 8A Day at the Lake Spring Fashion Show Luncheon
Senior/Community Center
Grand Rivers, Ky.
11 a.m.
grandrivers.com
Join the Grand Rivers Chamber and area businesses as they present Resort Fashions for Spring and Summer. The event includes a fashion show and lunch. All proceeds support the Grand Rivers Chamber Scholarship Fund. $10. Purchase at the Chamber office.
Senior/Community Center
Grand Rivers, Ky.
11 a.m.
grandrivers.com
Join the Grand Rivers Chamber and area businesses as they present Resort Fashions for Spring and Summer. The event includes a fashion show and lunch. All proceeds support the Grand Rivers Chamber Scholarship Fund. $10. Purchase at the Chamber office.
Thursday, May 8The Woman’s Club Closing Luncheon
1406 Jefferson St.
11:30 a.m.
City Commissioner Gayle Kaler gives her Steel Magnolias of Paducah presentation. Music by Al Knudsen. Call Jean Elkins, 554.8087, for more info.
1406 Jefferson St.
11:30 a.m.
City Commissioner Gayle Kaler gives her Steel Magnolias of Paducah presentation. Music by Al Knudsen. Call Jean Elkins, 554.8087, for more info.
Thursday, May 8Downtown Kiwanis Club
310 North 4th St.
Noon
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings. Email Chuck.Williamson@jpenergy.com for more info.
310 North 4th St.
Noon
Visitors and potential members are always welcome at these weekly service-oriented gatherings. Email Chuck.Williamson@jpenergy.com for more info.
Thursday, May 8Balletone
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
12:30-1:25 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Balletone combines ballet techniques with yoga and Pilates exercises at the ballet bar to create tone and flexibility. Ballet bars now at The Yoga Room! All levels. Tuesdays and Thursdays. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
12:30-1:25 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Balletone combines ballet techniques with yoga and Pilates exercises at the ballet bar to create tone and flexibility. Ballet bars now at The Yoga Room! All levels. Tuesdays and Thursdays. First class free; $30 for any four classes. 559.1409.
Thursday, May 8Relay For Life of McCracken County Team Captain Meeting
Heartland Worship Center Fellowship Hall
4777 Alben Barkley Dr.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
events.cancer.org/rflmccrackenky
Interested in participating in the upcoming Relay For Life in McCracken County benefiting the American Cancer Society? Find out more at this meeting. For more info, call Stephanie Elder, 444.0384.
Heartland Worship Center Fellowship Hall
4777 Alben Barkley Dr.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
events.cancer.org/rflmccrackenky
Interested in participating in the upcoming Relay For Life in McCracken County benefiting the American Cancer Society? Find out more at this meeting. For more info, call Stephanie Elder, 444.0384.
Thursday, May 8Decorative Art Fundamentals Workshop
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Decorative artist Evelyn Greer leads this fundamentals workshop. If you're already familiar with decorative art, jump into the weekly Thursday classes beginning May 15. $35 for fundamentals workshop, then $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Decorative artist Evelyn Greer leads this fundamentals workshop. If you're already familiar with decorative art, jump into the weekly Thursday classes beginning May 15. $35 for fundamentals workshop, then $20 each lesson or $70 for four, includes all materials.
Thursday, May 8Night Moves Dance Club
American Legion
425 Legion Drive
6-9 p.m.
nightmovesdanceclub.aboutpaducah.com
Grab your dancing shoes and join the Night Moves Dance Club every Thursday night, 6-9 p.m., for line dancing and couples classes. Beginners welcome! $3, at the door. For more info, call Jim or Mildred Loe, 442.3186.
American Legion
425 Legion Drive
6-9 p.m.
nightmovesdanceclub.aboutpaducah.com
Grab your dancing shoes and join the Night Moves Dance Club every Thursday night, 6-9 p.m., for line dancing and couples classes. Beginners welcome! $3, at the door. For more info, call Jim or Mildred Loe, 442.3186.
Thursday, May 8A Community of Women
Tribeca
127 Market House Square
6:30 p.m.
This exciting new group meets the second Thursday of the month; locations vary. For more info, email Denese Peebles, dpeebles@klaid.org.
Tribeca
127 Market House Square
6:30 p.m.
This exciting new group meets the second Thursday of the month; locations vary. For more info, email Denese Peebles, dpeebles@klaid.org.
Thursday, May 8 Hopeful Hearts
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Board Room
6:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Dr. Lisa Chaney Lasher leads this wonderful support group for women with cancer.
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Board Room
6:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Dr. Lisa Chaney Lasher leads this wonderful support group for women with cancer.
Thursday, May 8Diary of the Dead
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Thursday, May 8South Paducah Kiwanis
1640 South 6th St.
7 p.m.
The South Paducah Kiwanis club invites members and guests to this weekly meeting. The group's mission: serving the children of the world, one at a time. Email Tommy Brown for more info.
1640 South 6th St.
7 p.m.
The South Paducah Kiwanis club invites members and guests to this weekly meeting. The group's mission: serving the children of the world, one at a time. Email Tommy Brown for more info.
Thursday, May 8 Kentucky in World War II
McCracken County Library, Upstairs Room
7 p.m.
mclib.net
World War II was a watershed event in the Commonwealth’s history. As part of Evening Upstairs, State Historian of Kentucky and Georgetown College Professor of History James C. Klotter looks at those who fought abroad, those who did their part at home and the price paid by both. 442.2510.
McCracken County Library, Upstairs Room
7 p.m.
mclib.net
World War II was a watershed event in the Commonwealth’s history. As part of Evening Upstairs, State Historian of Kentucky and Georgetown College Professor of History James C. Klotter looks at those who fought abroad, those who did their part at home and the price paid by both. 442.2510.
Thursday, May 8The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Thursday, May 8Heath High School Choir Kaleidoscope 2008
Heath High School Auditorium
4330 Metropolis Lake Rd.
7-9 p.m
Heath High School Choir presents Rockin the Decades, a musical where students present, choreograph and direct the program under the direction of Karen Walker. $7. RSVP to 538.4099.
Heath High School Auditorium
4330 Metropolis Lake Rd.
7-9 p.m
Heath High School Choir presents Rockin the Decades, a musical where students present, choreograph and direct the program under the direction of Karen Walker. $7. RSVP to 538.4099.
Thursday, May 8Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
7:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
7:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Mother's Day Basket Giveaway Drawing
West Kentucky Hematology & Oncology Group
Lourdes Medical Pavilion
225 Medical Center Dr.
Valued at more than $500, this gift basket includes an iPod, nail and eyebrow wax gift certificates, Texas Roadhouse dinner for two, iTunes card, movie bucks, Mary Kay makeup, Starbucks coffee and mug and more. Raffle tickets are $2 or three for $5. Benefits the American Cancer Society/Relay for Life. Purchase at the office or by calling 441.4343.
West Kentucky Hematology & Oncology Group
Lourdes Medical Pavilion
225 Medical Center Dr.
Valued at more than $500, this gift basket includes an iPod, nail and eyebrow wax gift certificates, Texas Roadhouse dinner for two, iTunes card, movie bucks, Mary Kay makeup, Starbucks coffee and mug and more. Raffle tickets are $2 or three for $5. Benefits the American Cancer Society/Relay for Life. Purchase at the office or by calling 441.4343.
Friday, May 9Leadership Paducah Application Deadline
leadershippaducah.org
The Paducah Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Paducah program fosters an in-depth understanding of our area's many and complex interrelationships. In the group's monthly daylong sessions, participants learn about local government, industry, tourism, health and education sectors, to name just a few. Download the application or call Stacy Thomas, 443.1746, or email her atsthomas@paducahchamber.org.
leadershippaducah.org
The Paducah Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Paducah program fosters an in-depth understanding of our area's many and complex interrelationships. In the group's monthly daylong sessions, participants learn about local government, industry, tourism, health and education sectors, to name just a few. Download the application or call Stacy Thomas, 443.1746, or email her atsthomas@paducahchamber.org.
Friday, May 93rd Annual Art Show of the Watercolor Artist Guild of Trigg, Lyon & Caldwell Counties
Seasons by the Lake
6377 Canton Rd.
The Guild hosts its 3rd Annual Art Show on the grounds of Seasons by the Lake Nursery and Gift Shop, Route 68/80, west of Cadiz. Watch as working artists paint in the garden areas. Helping Hands of Trigg County offers a concession booth throughout the show. Free. 270.522.5905.
Seasons by the Lake
6377 Canton Rd.
The Guild hosts its 3rd Annual Art Show on the grounds of Seasons by the Lake Nursery and Gift Shop, Route 68/80, west of Cadiz. Watch as working artists paint in the garden areas. Helping Hands of Trigg County offers a concession booth throughout the show. Free. 270.522.5905.
Friday, May 9Michelson's Lagos Trunk Show
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful fine jewelry, traditional craftsmanship and modern sophistication. 443.9200.
Michelson Jewelers
5017 Hinkleville Rd., Suite B
10 a.m.
michelson-jewelers.com
Check out the beautiful fine jewelry, traditional craftsmanship and modern sophistication. 443.9200.
Friday, May 9McCracken County Republican Women
Whaler’s Catch
Noon-1 p.m.
The McCracken County Republican Women welcome women to join in, learn more about the organization and link in with a grassroots network of 100,000 Republican women nationwide. Today's speaker: Representative Steven Rudy. Call Donna-Maria Walker for more info, 443.6950.
Whaler’s Catch
Noon-1 p.m.
The McCracken County Republican Women welcome women to join in, learn more about the organization and link in with a grassroots network of 100,000 Republican women nationwide. Today's speaker: Representative Steven Rudy. Call Donna-Maria Walker for more info, 443.6950.
Friday, May 9Kids Workshop for Mother's Day
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
3 p.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Kids will make great gifts for mom under the direction of artist and Stranded Cow owner Grace Clemency and her team. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
3 p.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Kids will make great gifts for mom under the direction of artist and Stranded Cow owner Grace Clemency and her team. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
Friday, May 9Wine Tasting at Wine Pro
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
Friday, May 9 Adios Paducah
Aspire Arts Gallery
611 North 6th St.
6-8 p.m.
aspireartsgallery.com
aynex.com
View all the beautiful quilts created by LowerTown artist and icon Aynex Mercado. And say goodbye – she's leaving us at the end of May.
Aspire Arts Gallery
611 North 6th St.
6-8 p.m.
aspireartsgallery.com
aynex.com
View all the beautiful quilts created by LowerTown artist and icon Aynex Mercado. And say goodbye – she's leaving us at the end of May.
Friday, May 9Grief Support Group for Widows and Widowers
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and shared experiences in this safe and supportive environment. 898.8796.
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and shared experiences in this safe and supportive environment. 898.8796.
Friday, May 9Madison Hall Ballroom Dance Night
Madison Hall
919 Madison St.
7 p.m. Learn to Swing Dance
8-11 p.m. Ballroom Dancing
Dress up in swing style (or not) for 7 p.m. swing lessons! Then step up to ballroom dancing at 8. Mixers available; BYOB. $15 at the door. 415.8999.
Madison Hall
919 Madison St.
7 p.m. Learn to Swing Dance
8-11 p.m. Ballroom Dancing
Dress up in swing style (or not) for 7 p.m. swing lessons! Then step up to ballroom dancing at 8. Mixers available; BYOB. $15 at the door. 415.8999.
Friday, May 9Magic at Max’s Brick Oven Café
112 Market House Square
7-9 p.m.
toddduff.com
Enjoy an intimate magical experience that will blow your mind and satisfy your appetite.
112 Market House Square
7-9 p.m.
toddduff.com
Enjoy an intimate magical experience that will blow your mind and satisfy your appetite.
Friday, May 9Paducah Writers Group
Etcetera
320 North 6th St.
7 p.m.
myspace.com/pwg07
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. Free.
Etcetera
320 North 6th St.
7 p.m.
myspace.com/pwg07
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. Free.
Friday, May 94 Months, 3 Weeks & 2 Days
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
May 9-10Ruth Graham Get Growing Conference
Heartland Worship Center
4777 Alben Barkley Dr.
Friday, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
ruthgrahamandfriends.com
Transform life-controlling issues into encouraging issues. Topics relevant to everyone, including alienation, depression, self-doubt and stress. Open to men and women. $50.
Heartland Worship Center
4777 Alben Barkley Dr.
Friday, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
ruthgrahamandfriends.com
Transform life-controlling issues into encouraging issues. Topics relevant to everyone, including alienation, depression, self-doubt and stress. Open to men and women. $50.
Friday, May 9The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Friday May 9Christ Temple Celebration for Deborah Walton
Christ Temple
523 North 12th St.
7:30 p.m.
Join the Christ Temple congregation in celebrating First Lady Deborah Walton for the love, commitment and heart she has for the church and community. For more info, call Lashonda Saddler, 575.3823.
Christ Temple
523 North 12th St.
7:30 p.m.
Join the Christ Temple congregation in celebrating First Lady Deborah Walton for the love, commitment and heart she has for the church and community. For more info, call Lashonda Saddler, 575.3823.
Friday, May 9Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
7:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
7:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
CANCELLEDCarson Center
7:30 p.m.
thecarsoncenter.org
More than 50 years ago, Larry, Steve and Rudy Gatlin started singing in their little hometown of Abilene, Texas, and from there went on to make music history. There’s no harmony quite as pure as family harmony! 540.4444.
Friday, May 9Grown Folks Nite Out
Froggy's Night Club
501 Louisiana St.
8 p.m.
Enjoy a live blues band from Carbondale, performing 8-11 p.m. At midnight, get ready for a Freestyle Friday contest. Winner receives $1,000 cash prize! Men free; 2 for 1 drinks before 11 p.m.
Froggy's Night Club
501 Louisiana St.
8 p.m.
Enjoy a live blues band from Carbondale, performing 8-11 p.m. At midnight, get ready for a Freestyle Friday contest. Winner receives $1,000 cash prize! Men free; 2 for 1 drinks before 11 p.m.
Friday, May 9Diary of the Dead
Maiden Alley Cinema
9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
For Sale
Claw foot bathtubs installed in Madison Apts. in LowerTown in 1914. Two in very good condition, $235. Two have damage to claw feet, price negotiable. Call 443.7564.
3rd Annual Art Show of the Watercolor Artist Guild of Trigg, Lyon & Caldwell Counties
Seasons by the Lake
6377 Canton Rd.
The Guild hosts its 3rd Annual Art Show on the grounds of Seasons by the Lake Nursery and Gift Shop, Route 68/80, west of Cadiz. Watch as working artists paint in the garden areas. Helping Hands of Trigg County offers a concession booth throughout the show. Free. 270.522.5905.
Seasons by the Lake
6377 Canton Rd.
The Guild hosts its 3rd Annual Art Show on the grounds of Seasons by the Lake Nursery and Gift Shop, Route 68/80, west of Cadiz. Watch as working artists paint in the garden areas. Helping Hands of Trigg County offers a concession booth throughout the show. Free. 270.522.5905.
Saturday, May 10Sunrise Tai Chi
Corner of 7th and Madison streets
6:45-7:45 a.m.
paducahtaichi.com
Gather for a morning of pure energy with Tai Chi instead of coffee! Every second Saturday. Free. For more info, email Eric at romiwan@yahoo.com.
Corner of 7th and Madison streets
6:45-7:45 a.m.
paducahtaichi.com
Gather for a morning of pure energy with Tai Chi instead of coffee! Every second Saturday. Free. For more info, email Eric at romiwan@yahoo.com.
Saturday, May 10Pirate Run for Fun and Fitness Race/Walk
Benefits Heath/Concord Pirate Running Boosters
Noble Park
2800 Park Ave.
7 a.m. Registration
8 a.m. Race
wkrc.org
Get up and get fit with the 4th Annual Run for Fun and Fitness 5K Race/Walk and Kid-K. Bring the whole family out for a morning of running fun! Prizes, trophies, medals and bragging rights are up for grabs! $20 for the 5K; $10 for Kid-K. Registration forms available at any Heath/Concord school, or register the morning of the race. For more info, call Kelly Hudspeth. 994.4387.
Benefits Heath/Concord Pirate Running Boosters
Noble Park
2800 Park Ave.
7 a.m. Registration
8 a.m. Race
wkrc.org
Get up and get fit with the 4th Annual Run for Fun and Fitness 5K Race/Walk and Kid-K. Bring the whole family out for a morning of running fun! Prizes, trophies, medals and bragging rights are up for grabs! $20 for the 5K; $10 for Kid-K. Registration forms available at any Heath/Concord school, or register the morning of the race. For more info, call Kelly Hudspeth. 994.4387.
Saturday, May 10New Farmers Market Opening
Next to Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7-11 a.m.
The Livingston County Extension Office is organizing a Farmers Market in Grand Rivers, open each Saturday, 7-11 a.m. Currently, four Livingston County farmers have signed up. A Smithland location is now open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Noon-8 p.m., off Hwy 60 on Union Street.
Next to Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7-11 a.m.
The Livingston County Extension Office is organizing a Farmers Market in Grand Rivers, open each Saturday, 7-11 a.m. Currently, four Livingston County farmers have signed up. A Smithland location is now open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Noon-8 p.m., off Hwy 60 on Union Street.
Saturday, May 10Growth Through Diversity
Morgan Elementary
2200 South 28th St.
8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
This training is provided by the National Education Association's Diversity Cadre and features Developing Cultural Identity and Reacting to Differences sessions. Open to school districts, community and government organizations, churches, non-profit organizations and many more. RSVP to Greg Ross, 444.5760.
Morgan Elementary
2200 South 28th St.
8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
This training is provided by the National Education Association's Diversity Cadre and features Developing Cultural Identity and Reacting to Differences sessions. Open to school districts, community and government organizations, churches, non-profit organizations and many more. RSVP to Greg Ross, 444.5760.
Saturday, May 10March of Dimes March for Babies
Noble Park
9 a.m. Registration
10 a.m. Walk begins
marchforbabies.org
Formerly WalkAmerica, this is the premiere March of Dimes event. Gather sponsors and join a fun day in the park as we raise money for babies! For more info, call Tom Dolan, 443.8603.
Noble Park
9 a.m. Registration
10 a.m. Walk begins
marchforbabies.org
Formerly WalkAmerica, this is the premiere March of Dimes event. Gather sponsors and join a fun day in the park as we raise money for babies! For more info, call Tom Dolan, 443.8603.
Saturday, May 10Paducah Symphony Children's and Youth Chorus Spring Auditions
First Presbyterian Church
9 a.m.-Noon
paducahsymphony.org
Here's a great chance for your kids to try out for the Paducah Symphony Chorus! The Children's Chorus is for kiddies grades 3-6 and the Youth Chorus is for those in grades 8-10 (with 7th graders admitted by additional audition). For more info, call 444.0065 or email ntaylor@paducahsymphony.org.
First Presbyterian Church
9 a.m.-Noon
paducahsymphony.org
Here's a great chance for your kids to try out for the Paducah Symphony Chorus! The Children's Chorus is for kiddies grades 3-6 and the Youth Chorus is for those in grades 8-10 (with 7th graders admitted by additional audition). For more info, call 444.0065 or email ntaylor@paducahsymphony.org.
Saturday, May 10Migratory and Resident Birds Celebrated at Lake Barkley
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
3500 State Park Rd.
Cadiz, Ky.
9 a.m. Morning Bird Walk
10:30 a.m. Live Birds of Prey Program
It's International Migratory Bird Day! Enjoy a morning walk and spot and listen to migratory songbirds. Led by Hap Chambers of the Kentucky Ornithological Society and Park Naturalist Jenny Howard. Then learn about birds of prey in a 90-minute program with Jack Foddrill from Paris Landing State Park. Bring your cameras and questions! Free. 800.325.1708.
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
3500 State Park Rd.
Cadiz, Ky.
9 a.m. Morning Bird Walk
10:30 a.m. Live Birds of Prey Program
It's International Migratory Bird Day! Enjoy a morning walk and spot and listen to migratory songbirds. Led by Hap Chambers of the Kentucky Ornithological Society and Park Naturalist Jenny Howard. Then learn about birds of prey in a 90-minute program with Jack Foddrill from Paris Landing State Park. Bring your cameras and questions! Free. 800.325.1708.
Saturday, May 1012th Annual Flower & Herb Festival
The Clay Pot
5601 Benton Rd.
10 a.m.
myspace.com/theclaypotpaducah
Bring a friend and enjoy lunch and or some great seminars. Browse an open-air shop filled with old and new items to help make your home one-of-a-kind. Lunch $11, seminars $4 and workshop $25. Reserve your spot by calling Debbie Duncan, 898.0701.
The Clay Pot
5601 Benton Rd.
10 a.m.
myspace.com/theclaypotpaducah
Bring a friend and enjoy lunch and or some great seminars. Browse an open-air shop filled with old and new items to help make your home one-of-a-kind. Lunch $11, seminars $4 and workshop $25. Reserve your spot by calling Debbie Duncan, 898.0701.
Saturday, May 10Fiber Fair
Fort Massac
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Southern Illinois Spinners and Weavers (SISAW) Guild gathers area spinners, knitters, weavers and fiber producers for this first Fiber Fair. Shetland fleeces, hand-spun yarn, wool roving, drop spindles, needle felting supplies, hand-knit items, dye plants, hand made baskets, herbs, dye plants and handmade soap are just some of the unique items offered. Demos throughout the day. For more info, call Katherine Montgomery, 928.4616.
Fort Massac
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Southern Illinois Spinners and Weavers (SISAW) Guild gathers area spinners, knitters, weavers and fiber producers for this first Fiber Fair. Shetland fleeces, hand-spun yarn, wool roving, drop spindles, needle felting supplies, hand-knit items, dye plants, hand made baskets, herbs, dye plants and handmade soap are just some of the unique items offered. Demos throughout the day. For more info, call Katherine Montgomery, 928.4616.
Saturday, May 10Thank a Veteran Day
Robert Cherry Civic Center
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Veterans: Here's another moment to be thanked for your service to all of us. If you are not a veteran, please acknowledge the many heroes in our community. Potluck and local entertainment. Free. For more info, call Sandy Hart, 335.3128.
Robert Cherry Civic Center
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Veterans: Here's another moment to be thanked for your service to all of us. If you are not a veteran, please acknowledge the many heroes in our community. Potluck and local entertainment. Free. For more info, call Sandy Hart, 335.3128.
Saturday May 10 Rozzell Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church Decoration Day
1258 Rozzell Church Rd.
Mayfield, Ky.
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Rozzell Chapel celebrated its 130th Anniversary in October. Come and continue the celebration! For more info, contact Lida Clapp, lfclapp@peoplepc.com.
1258 Rozzell Church Rd.
Mayfield, Ky.
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Rozzell Chapel celebrated its 130th Anniversary in October. Come and continue the celebration! For more info, contact Lida Clapp, lfclapp@peoplepc.com.
Saturday, May 10PetsMart Adoption Event
PetsMart
2929 James Sanders Blvd.
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
helpthecreatures.com
Adopt a new pet into your family. Benefits Creatures Great and Small, a non-profit animal rescue organization.
PetsMart
2929 James Sanders Blvd.
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
helpthecreatures.com
Adopt a new pet into your family. Benefits Creatures Great and Small, a non-profit animal rescue organization.
Saturday, May 10LowerTown Second Saturday
Jefferson-Park Ave., 3rd St.-9th St.
Noon-8 p.m.
paducaharts.com
On the second Saturday of each month, studios and galleries in the LowerTown Arts District host extended hours and feature new exhibits and special events. Stop by and see the latest artist creations!
Jefferson-Park Ave., 3rd St.-9th St.
Noon-8 p.m.
paducaharts.com
On the second Saturday of each month, studios and galleries in the LowerTown Arts District host extended hours and feature new exhibits and special events. Stop by and see the latest artist creations!
Saturday, May 10Nonpartisan Youth Voter Rally
Wilson Stage, Paducah's Riverfront
Noon-6 p.m.
Hosted by Charles James for Paducah City Commissioner, this event features local musicians, personalities and political players who will speak between performances about their goals, hopes and dreams for the future of Paducah. Free, tax-deductible donations accepted.
Wilson Stage, Paducah's Riverfront
Noon-6 p.m.
Hosted by Charles James for Paducah City Commissioner, this event features local musicians, personalities and political players who will speak between performances about their goals, hopes and dreams for the future of Paducah. Free, tax-deductible donations accepted.
Saturday, May 1010th Annual Jazz in the Park
Murray Central Park Amphitheater
Noon-9 p.m.
Murray's Jazz in the Park features performances by area school jazz ensembles, like those from Lone Oak Middle and Paducah Middle, beginning at noon. The Todd Hill Orchestra performs at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a great afternoon and evening of jazz! Free. For more info, call Beth Stribling, 270.753.5125 or email beth.stribling@murray.kyschool.us.
Murray Central Park Amphitheater
Noon-9 p.m.
Murray's Jazz in the Park features performances by area school jazz ensembles, like those from Lone Oak Middle and Paducah Middle, beginning at noon. The Todd Hill Orchestra performs at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a great afternoon and evening of jazz! Free. For more info, call Beth Stribling, 270.753.5125 or email beth.stribling@murray.kyschool.us.
Saturday, May 10Barbara Noonan: Pastel Demonstration
Philosophy Gallery
333 North 9th St.
1-4 p.m.
philosophygallery.com
Watch as Seattle-based artist Barbara Noonan demonstrates her work in pastels. Her opening reception begins at 5 p.m. Noonan has studied with Bob Gerbracht, master pastel painter in portrait and figure, and has served on the board of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, Women Painters of Washington and the San Francisco Women Artists Council. 442.5280.
Philosophy Gallery
333 North 9th St.
1-4 p.m.
philosophygallery.com
Watch as Seattle-based artist Barbara Noonan demonstrates her work in pastels. Her opening reception begins at 5 p.m. Noonan has studied with Bob Gerbracht, master pastel painter in portrait and figure, and has served on the board of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, Women Painters of Washington and the San Francisco Women Artists Council. 442.5280.
Saturday, May 10Madison Condominiums Open House
332 North 7th St. at Madison
2-4 p.m.
lowertownhouse.com
Stop by the Madison for a great tour of this fabulous first floor unit, for sale. The door faces 7th Street. Listing agent Laura Petrie will be on hand to answer any questions. For a sneak peek, check out the visual tour!
332 North 7th St. at Madison
2-4 p.m.
lowertownhouse.com
Stop by the Madison for a great tour of this fabulous first floor unit, for sale. The door faces 7th Street. Listing agent Laura Petrie will be on hand to answer any questions. For a sneak peek, check out the visual tour!
Saturday, May 10The Diaries of Adam & Eve (Searching for Eden)
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
2 and 7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
2 and 7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This family-friendly, two-character play, drawn from Mark Twain's Diaries of Adam and Eve, is a barrel of laughs and as rich in wisdom as in wit. James Still combines Twain's stories for Act One of Searching for Eden, and then imagines Adam and Eve in the present day for Act Two, to create a play about the world's first love story. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Call 888.362.4223 to reserve seats.
Saturday, May 10Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
2:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
2:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Saturday, May 10Kids Workshop for Mother's Day
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
3 p.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Kids will make great gifts for mom under the direction of artist and Stranded Cow owner Grace Clemency and her team. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
3 p.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Kids will make great gifts for mom under the direction of artist and Stranded Cow owner Grace Clemency and her team. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
Saturday, May 10Mayday in the Park
Noble Park Amphitheatre
3 p.m.
Stop by Noble Park during the March for Babies and hear local bands such as the Duck Luckies, The Jubilee and Roscoe. Out of town bands from Nashville and Jackson, Tenn., also perform. Adamgrant and the Satisfaction headline the show starting at 8 p.m.! Free, and great for all ages.
Noble Park Amphitheatre
3 p.m.
Stop by Noble Park during the March for Babies and hear local bands such as the Duck Luckies, The Jubilee and Roscoe. Out of town bands from Nashville and Jackson, Tenn., also perform. Adamgrant and the Satisfaction headline the show starting at 8 p.m.! Free, and great for all ages.
Saturday, May 10Wine and Beer Tasting at Roof Brothers
3145 Park Ave.
3-5 p.m.
roofbrothers.com
Stop by Roof Brothers for their weekly wine and beer tasting! Great wines and more than 450 beers in stock! 443.6601.
3145 Park Ave.
3-5 p.m.
roofbrothers.com
Stop by Roof Brothers for their weekly wine and beer tasting! Great wines and more than 450 beers in stock! 443.6601.
Saturday, May 10DJ Urban Kobbb's Lowertown Band Brawl
Historic Texaco Station
7th and Madison
3-6 p.m.
Hear local bands compete for cash prizes and an invitation to perform at the Lowertown Art and Music Festival. Top prize: $1,000; second place: $500 and third: $250. Chuck Tate of the Carson Center emcees this rockin' afternoon, with judges Darris Shelby of Just Us Entertainment, Hooper of Hooper Band and Promotion, Adam Shull of the Paducah Sun and Mary Thorsby of iList Paducah. DJ Urban Kobbb spins between sets! Free!
Historic Texaco Station
7th and Madison
3-6 p.m.
Hear local bands compete for cash prizes and an invitation to perform at the Lowertown Art and Music Festival. Top prize: $1,000; second place: $500 and third: $250. Chuck Tate of the Carson Center emcees this rockin' afternoon, with judges Darris Shelby of Just Us Entertainment, Hooper of Hooper Band and Promotion, Adam Shull of the Paducah Sun and Mary Thorsby of iList Paducah. DJ Urban Kobbb spins between sets! Free!
Saturday, May 104 Months, 3 Weeks & 2 Days
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Saturday, May 10Wine Tasting at Wagner Wine and Spirits
Wagner Wine and Spirits
2700 New Holt Rd.
4-6 p.m.
Join Wagner’s for wine tasting and food every Saturday afternoon! Free. 575.0109.
Wagner Wine and Spirits
2700 New Holt Rd.
4-6 p.m.
Join Wagner’s for wine tasting and food every Saturday afternoon! Free. 575.0109.
Saturday, May 10Barbara Noonan: A Contemporary Collection of Works
Philosophy Gallery
333 North 9th St.
5-8 p.m.
philosophygallery.com
Enjoy this opening reception for Seattle-based artist Barbara Noonan. Her specialty is painting outside in the mountains or local parks. Noonan has studied with Bob Gerbracht, master pastel painter in portrait and figure, and has served on the board of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, Women Painters of Washington and the San Francisco Women Artists Council. 442.5280.
Philosophy Gallery
333 North 9th St.
5-8 p.m.
philosophygallery.com
Enjoy this opening reception for Seattle-based artist Barbara Noonan. Her specialty is painting outside in the mountains or local parks. Noonan has studied with Bob Gerbracht, master pastel painter in portrait and figure, and has served on the board of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, Women Painters of Washington and the San Francisco Women Artists Council. 442.5280.
Saturday, May 10Wine Tasting at Wine Pro
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
28th and Clark streets
5-8 p.m.
Increase your knowledge of fine wines each Friday and Saturday evening at Wine Pro. Steve Brown and Sean Brown will show you what's new in the world of wines. Free. 443.9463.
Saturday, May 10Brushstrokes & Beverages!
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
6:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Bring your favorite adult beverage or soft drink! Susan K. Edwards shows step-by-step how to paint a beautiful 16" x 20" acrylic painting that you can take home at the end of the evening. Join once a month or as many times as you like. Adults 21 and older only. Beginner, intermediate and advanced all welcome. $35 per lesson, includes all materials.
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
6:30-8:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Bring your favorite adult beverage or soft drink! Susan K. Edwards shows step-by-step how to paint a beautiful 16" x 20" acrylic painting that you can take home at the end of the evening. Join once a month or as many times as you like. Adults 21 and older only. Beginner, intermediate and advanced all welcome. $35 per lesson, includes all materials.
Saturday, May 10Heath High School Choir Kaleidoscope 2008
Heath High School Auditorium
4330 Metropolis Lake Rd.
7-9 p.m
Heath High School Choir presents Rockin the Decades, a musical where students present, choreograph and direct the program under the direction of Karen Walker. $7. RSVP to 538.4099.
Heath High School Auditorium
4330 Metropolis Lake Rd.
7-9 p.m
Heath High School Choir presents Rockin the Decades, a musical where students present, choreograph and direct the program under the direction of Karen Walker. $7. RSVP to 538.4099.
Saturday, May 10Mayday in the Park: Adamgrant and the Satisfaction
Noble Park Amphitheatre
8 p.m.
Stop by Noble Park tonight and hear Adamgrant and the Satisfaction! Free, and great for all ages.
Noble Park Amphitheatre
8 p.m.
Stop by Noble Park tonight and hear Adamgrant and the Satisfaction! Free, and great for all ages.
Saturday, May 10Jennifer Fox & The Pillow Fighters
Fat Moe's
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
jenniferfoxpillowfighters
With a name like Jennifer Fox & The Pillow Fighters, you really have to go check it out, doncha think?
Fat Moe's
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/fatmoes
jenniferfoxpillowfighters
With a name like Jennifer Fox & The Pillow Fighters, you really have to go check it out, doncha think?
Saturday, May 10The Joe Walker Band
Renaissance Restaurant
3100 Broadway
9 p.m.
Enjoy The Joe Walker Band – weather permitting, the band will play in the beer garden. The band is based in Nashville, though Walker is a Lone Oak graduate! Free. 442.2363.
Renaissance Restaurant
3100 Broadway
9 p.m.
Enjoy The Joe Walker Band – weather permitting, the band will play in the beer garden. The band is based in Nashville, though Walker is a Lone Oak graduate! Free. 442.2363.
Saturday, May 10Diary of the Dead
Maiden Alley Cinema
9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
When film students shoot a low-budget horror flick in the Pennsylvania woods, the dead come to life before their eyes. The director captures these startling events with his camera, even as his cast and crew become prey to the army of walking corpses that surround them. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Ugandan Orphans Choir
Trinity United Methodist Church
6125 Blandville Rd.
10:30 a.m.
This Ugandan Orphans Choir performs during this worship service. They're currently performing in the U.S. and Canada, wearing their national costumes and accompanied by several African instruments. Free. 534.9516.
Trinity United Methodist Church
6125 Blandville Rd.
10:30 a.m.
This Ugandan Orphans Choir performs during this worship service. They're currently performing in the U.S. and Canada, wearing their national costumes and accompanied by several African instruments. Free. 534.9516.
Sunday, May 11Mother's Day Brunch
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
11 a.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Tell mom how much you love her by treating her to brunch at The Stranded Cow. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
The Stranded Cow
527 North 6th St.
11 a.m.
ilistpaducah.com/strandedcow.html
Tell mom how much you love her by treating her to brunch at The Stranded Cow. RSVP by calling 575.0020.
Sunday, May 11Mother's Day Brunch on the Water
Commonwealth Yacht Club at Green Turtle Bay Resort
Grand Rivers
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
greenturtlebay.com
Make it a special Mother's Day with Commonwealth Yacht Club's Brunch on the Water at Green Turtle Bay Resort – just 27 miles from Paducah. Special book signing by Stephanie Ray Brown of the Chicken Soup for Mom's Soul series. Reservations: 270.362.4444.
Commonwealth Yacht Club at Green Turtle Bay Resort
Grand Rivers
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
greenturtlebay.com
Make it a special Mother's Day with Commonwealth Yacht Club's Brunch on the Water at Green Turtle Bay Resort – just 27 miles from Paducah. Special book signing by Stephanie Ray Brown of the Chicken Soup for Mom's Soul series. Reservations: 270.362.4444.
Sunday May 11Mother's Day Buffet
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Noon-8 p.m.
Gilbertsville, Ky.
Treat your mom to some great food and a beautiful view of Kentucky Lake. Adults: $14.95; children $6.95. Reservations: 270.362.4271.
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Noon-8 p.m.
Gilbertsville, Ky.
Treat your mom to some great food and a beautiful view of Kentucky Lake. Adults: $14.95; children $6.95. Reservations: 270.362.4271.
Sunday, May 11Mother's Day Lunch
The Courtyard at Max's
12:30 p.m. Artisan Cheese Course
1 p.m. Lunch
Treat your mother to a special lunch prepared by A Pampered Palate's Laura Duff. Artisan cheeses, creamy artichoke soup served with Kirchhoff's bread basket, strawberry and goat cheese salad, seafood roulade with caper cream sauce, fresh asparagus and homemade cannoli. Children's menu, too, including Laura's famous Mac and Cheese. $30 adults; $15 children 10 and under. Limited seating; reservations required: 534.3086
The Courtyard at Max's
12:30 p.m. Artisan Cheese Course
1 p.m. Lunch
Treat your mother to a special lunch prepared by A Pampered Palate's Laura Duff. Artisan cheeses, creamy artichoke soup served with Kirchhoff's bread basket, strawberry and goat cheese salad, seafood roulade with caper cream sauce, fresh asparagus and homemade cannoli. Children's menu, too, including Laura's famous Mac and Cheese. $30 adults; $15 children 10 and under. Limited seating; reservations required: 534.3086
Sunday, May 11Sunday Tea Dance
Freddie's Dance Studio
3004 Clark St.
2-5 p.m.
Join in for this three-hour ballroom and Latin dance event, held the second and fourth Sunday of the month. $15 at the door. 443.1117.
Freddie's Dance Studio
3004 Clark St.
2-5 p.m.
Join in for this three-hour ballroom and Latin dance event, held the second and fourth Sunday of the month. $15 at the door. 443.1117.
Sunday, May 11Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
2:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Studio Youth Productions
Market House Theatre
132 Market House Square
2:30 p.m.
mhtplay.com
Zink is about true courage in the face of unpredictable predators. Imaginative, funny and heartbreaking, it’s the story of the relationship between Becky, a lonely pre-teen girl with leukemia, and her guardian-angel herd of zebras on the African Savannah. 444.6828.
Sunday, May 114 Months, 3 Weeks & 2 Days
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
During the final days of communism in Romania, two college roommates are busy preparing for a night away. But rather than planning for a holiday, they find themselves burrowing deep down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations. Palme D'Or winner. View the trailer. 441.7007.
Sleeping Beauty Tickets on Sale
Carson Center
2 and 5 pm.
thecarsoncenter.org
Tickets for the two public performances of the Missoula Children's Theatre Residency's production of Sleeping Beauty (with a Rock & Roll twist) on sale today! $10 adults; $5 students, 18 and younger. For more info, call Education Manager Elyse Millizer, 450.4444.
Carson Center
2 and 5 pm.
thecarsoncenter.org
Tickets for the two public performances of the Missoula Children's Theatre Residency's production of Sleeping Beauty (with a Rock & Roll twist) on sale today! $10 adults; $5 students, 18 and younger. For more info, call Education Manager Elyse Millizer, 450.4444.
Monday, May 12Shoot & Hold 'Em
Golf & Texas Hold 'Em Tournament
Benefits Paducah Junior College
Country Club of Paducah
$900 in Scrip prizes for the golf tournament; $3,000 in cash prizes for the poker tournament. Download the PDF. For more info, call Becky Haus, 534.3086.
Golf & Texas Hold 'Em Tournament
Benefits Paducah Junior College
Country Club of Paducah
$900 in Scrip prizes for the golf tournament; $3,000 in cash prizes for the poker tournament. Download the PDF. For more info, call Becky Haus, 534.3086.
Monday, May 12Mom and Tot Group of Paducah
Broadway United Methodist Church
8th and Broadway Entrance
10 a.m.-Noon
Casual, non-denominational gathering of parents to talk, support and share as your children are lovingly cared for by the nursery at Broadway United Methodist Church. Free and open to all. You might want to bring a snack for your child, but no peanut products, please. For more info, call Gail, 559.2524.
Broadway United Methodist Church
8th and Broadway Entrance
10 a.m.-Noon
Casual, non-denominational gathering of parents to talk, support and share as your children are lovingly cared for by the nursery at Broadway United Methodist Church. Free and open to all. You might want to bring a snack for your child, but no peanut products, please. For more info, call Gail, 559.2524.
Monday, May 12Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
McCracken County Courthouse
Noon
nleomf.com
During National Police Week, thousands of law enforcement officers will gather at memorial services across the country to honor their fallen colleagues. Join in and show your support.
McCracken County Courthouse
Noon
nleomf.com
During National Police Week, thousands of law enforcement officers will gather at memorial services across the country to honor their fallen colleagues. Join in and show your support.
Monday, May 12Lourdes Hospice Grief Support Group Meeting
HIPP Building
2855 Jackson St.
2-3:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
HIPP Building
2855 Jackson St.
2-3:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support at these weekly meetings. 415.3636.
Monday, May 12Adult Art Open Studio
Benefits the Fine Art Scholarship Fund at Paducah Parks Services
Paducah Parks Services Art Studio
1400 H.C. Mathis Dr.
3-4 p.m., but students can stay as late as 8 p.m.
paducahky.gov
A great class for folks who like to paint
Benefits the Fine Art Scholarship Fund at Paducah Parks Services
Paducah Parks Services Art Studio
1400 H.C. Mathis Dr.
3-4 p.m., but students can stay as late as 8 p.m.
paducahky.gov
A great class for folks who like to paint