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Saturday, August 23
RSVP's Legends II Dinner and Show
Paducah Parks & Recreation
1400 HC Mathis Dr.
6 p.m.
Perfect for all ages, you'll enjoy RSVP's (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) elegant, Hollywood-inspired supper club sit-down dinner followed by a musical salute to Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland and more! $20. 442.8993.
Saturday, August 23
Fresh
Club Plush
1200 North 8th St.
9 p.m.
myspace.com/cosmicvibeallianceky
Paducah's premier electronic dance music event! Andy B, Tony Foo Yong, Purvis and G.I.J. all tearing up the turntables. Opening DJ:
DJ Urban Kobbb! $1 draft beers, half-price well drinks.
Meet the Miller Lite Girls! $5 at the door. 217.3789.
Wednesday, August 20
Adly Fox 50 Scooter Raffle
Paducah-McCracken County Habitat for Humanity is selling $5 raffle tickets to raise money to build the next Habitat house. Tickets can be purchased from any board member, the Habitat office at 709 South 22nd St. or Paducah Bank's Jefferson Street location.
Wednesday, August 20
Easter Seals Art Competition: Extended Again!
Easter Seals West Kentucky invites all non-professional artists to its 3rd Annual Art Competition in painting, drawing, photography and fiber arts. Styles can range from traditional to experimental. Artwork must be received at Easter Seals Adult Center, 2229 Mildred St., between now and September 13. Judging: September 13. Public viewing that afternoon, with awards given at 1:15 p.m. Download the
entry form.
Wednesday, August 20
On a Grand Scale
The National Quilt Museum
215 Jefferson St.
quiltmuseum.org
Visions in large scale abound, taking the viewer inside the piece and the artists’ worlds during the exhibit of
On a Grand Scale: Quilts by Inge Mardal, Steen Hougs and Eleanor McCain. Through November 5. 442.8856.
Wednesday, August 20
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.
Wednesday, August 20
Tai Chi Classes
Paducah Yoga Center
7th and Broadway
9:30-10:30 a.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Learn the art of meditation in motion. Deal with and reduce stress, and get in touch with your inner self for a deeper, more relaxed state of mind. $30 per month. 210.1465 or
taichi4yourhealth@hotmail.com.
Wednesday, August 20
Superior Care Home Super Salad Day
3100 Clay St.
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
superiorcarehome.com
Let Superior Care prepare, assemble and deliver a gourmet grilled chicken salad, crackers, fresh-baked cookie and bottled water to your business, church and school. For $10, you can enjoy a delicious, nutritious lunch and help end Alzheimer's disease. Visit the Web site, download the
PDF or call 442.3296.
Wednesday, August 20
Introduction to Senior Fitness Simplified
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway, Suite B
11 a.m.-Noon
paducahyogacenter.com
Research shows that whatever your age, shape, weight or experience, you can improve your strength and health in just eight weeks. Use time-tested, safe and simple exercises to feel your way through each exercise and listen to your body. $10 per session; $30 monthly and $35 monthly with Sunday Tai Chi Class. 210.1465. Download the
PDF!
Wednesday, August 20
Paducah Rotary Club
Irvin Cobb Hotel
6th and Broadway
Noon
paducahrotary.org
The Paducah Rotary Club meets each Wednesday for lunch and excellent speakers.
Wednesday, August 20
Knitting, 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.
Wednesday, August 20
Community Sale Benefiting Alzheimer's Association
Harrah's Metropolis Casino & Hotel
Sullivan Building Parking Lot
100 East Front St.
Metropolis, Ill.
3-9 p.m.
The employees of Harrah’s Metropolis Casino are holding a communitywide warehouse sale to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. The sale consists of a variety of household and kitchenware items, slot belly glass, electronics and more. Proceeds donated to the Alzheimer’s Association at the Memory Walk on October 4 in Noble Park. 888.263.6020.
Wednesday, August 20
Oil Painting
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-7:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Beginning artists: Learn to create beautiful paintings in oil. Susan Durrett teaches, 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. $20 each lesson; $70 for four. Includes all materials.
Wednesday, August 20
Mix @ 6
Di Fratelli
211 Broadway
6 p.m., but the fun doesn't start 'til 8ish.
difratelli.net
Lots of fun young folks gather each Wednesday at Di Fratelli's lounge. Be sure to join in the fun!
Wednesday, August 20
Town Hall Tour
Paducah Tilghman High School Auditorium
2400 Washington St.
6 p.m.
Governor Steve Beshear invites everyone to this Town Hall Meeting. It's a great opportunity to share your input with the governor and staff. Most of the cabinet secretaries will be there.
Wednesday, August 20
Divorce Care Meeting
Heartland Worship Center, Room W206
6:30 p.m.
Dealing with the hardships of divorce? Find friendship and support here every Wednesday for 13 weeks, with a one week break in between. 217.3364.
Wednesday, August 20
Abraham Hicks Meet Up
Western Baptist Hospital
Doctors Building 2, Atrium, 2nd Fl.
7-9 p.m.
Want to know more about The Law of Attraction and magically manifesting? Each Wednesday night, meet for a lively discussion on how to manifest everything you want to do, be or have in life. Free. For more info, call Kathi Norrington, 210.2093.
Thursday, August 21
4th Annual Seamen's Church Institute Paducah Golf Classic
Drake Creek Golf Club
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start
Hit the links for this annual golf tournament! Lunch served immediately afterward during the awards ceremony! Download the
PDF for more info!
Thursday, August 21
Mother's Day Out
Broadway United Methodist Church
701 Broadway
9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
bumc-paducah.org
Broadway United Methodist hosts Mother's Day Out each Tuesday and Thursday. Leave your little ones for $15 per day or $14 for Tuesday and Thursday. Drop ins: $18. There is a $40 non-refundable registration fee. Activities include Storytime at the library and music with Rev. Bob Fejes. Field trips include Touch-a-Truck, Schmidt Farms Hayride, Market House, Carson Center, Railroad Museum, Fire Truck Museum, Henson’s Broom Shop and trips to the park. For more info, call Teresa Wheat, 443.2401, x216.
Thursday, August 21
Downtown 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.
Thursday, August 21
Alzheimer's Association Support Group
Marshall Nemer Pavilion, Lourdes
Borders Community Room
1520 Lone Oak Rd.
Noon-1:30 p.m.
A monthly support group for caregivers and family members, with special guest speakers and an opportunity for families to share their frustrations related to Alzheimer's Disease. Meets the third Thursday of the month. Light lunch. RSVP to Jacqui Robertson, 534.9173.
Thursday, August 21
Kidney Options Education Class
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
2-4 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support in a safe and caring setting. 443.0217.
Paducah Harbor Plaza
Fourth Floor Riverview Condo for Sale!
$495,000
201 Broadway
phplaza@vci.net
The Paducah Harbor Plaza's fourth floor condo, 201 Broadway, is for sale for the first time ever! This beautiful 2,500-sq-ft. condo, located at Paducah's Riverfront, has one master suite with bath and a separate half bath, hardwood floors, appliances, gas fireplace, elevator, installed security system, outside balcony, 13 windows facing the Ohio and Tennessee rivers, access to roof top deck and secured parking space available. Call Beverly McKinley, 270.556.3094, for more information.
Thursday, August 21
Girl Talk
Western Baptist Hospital
5-7 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
Girl Talk provides an opportunity for girls to learn about their changing bodies and help them feel more self-confident and assured about becoming women. 575.2918.
Thursday, August 21
Paducah Symphony Children's Chorus Auditions
First Presbyterian Church
200 North 7th St.
5-6 p.m.
Children can audition to be a part of the Paducah Symphony Children's Chorus. Appointments required, so please call 444.0065.
Thursday, August 21
Heather Ryan for Congress Headquarters
4509 Clarks River Rd.
5 p.m.
Help welcome Heather Ryan to her new Ryan for Congress headquarters!
Thursday, August 21
Lourdes Hospice
Parents Grief Support and Education
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Rosenthal Room
5 p.m.
elourdes.com
Find friendship and support. 415-3636.
Thursday, August 21
Paducah Area Amputees in Action
Lourdes Hospital
Borders Community Room
5:30 p.m.
This Amputee Support Group Meeting is for new and experienced amputees and families. Guests include ACA peer-certified visitors and group members who visit amputees in hospitals and nursing homes to provide encouragement and support. Free. For more info, call Terri Ross, 488.3020.
Thursday, August 21
Cooper Clayton
Smoking Cessation Class
Lourdes, Classroom 4
5:30 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to kick the habit. 442.1310.
Thursday, August 21
Lourdes Surgical Weight Loss Support Groups
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to drop those extra pounds at this seminar! 415.3838.
Thursday, August 21
Paducah Citizens Advisory Board Working Session
111 Memorial Dr.
6 p.m.
pgdpcab.org
Anyone interested in environmental remediation is welcome to attend Paducah Citizens Advisory Board meetings. Today's agenda: Burial Grounds Remedial Investigation and an update on the soil piles. Free. For more info, call Eric Roberts, 554.3004.
Thursday, August 21
Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting
Birk Grove Life Centre
5150 Village Square Dr.
6-7 p.m.
birkgrove.com
Licensed Dietician Leslie Hughes and special guest Yolanda Heath, owner, Heath Health Foods, discuss Are Your Foods Hurting You!? Meets the third Thursday of the month. Open to all women with Fibromyalgia. 415.9575.
Thursday, August 21
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.
Thursday, August 21
Overeaters Anonymous
Grace Episcopal Church
9th & Broadway
6:30-6:55 p.m. Newcomers
7-8 p.m. Discussion Meeting
Paducah OA views compulsive overeating as a three-fold physical, emotional and spiritual disease, and offers a 12-step program of recovery. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome each Thursday. For more info, call Rita, 442.9466, or Marigem, 575.5447.
Thursday, August 21
Brushstrokes & 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. Explore your creative side as she shows how to unlock the artist within. No prior experience necessary. You'll be amazed at what you can create when you let yourself be free to express yourself. Adults 21 and older only. $35 per lesson, includes all materials. Private parties available.
Thursday, August 21
The Custodian
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Anthony LaPaglia and Naomi Watts star in this police story of a detective who decides to expose the pervasive corruption that surrounds him. 441.7007.
Thursday, August 21
South 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.
Thursday, August 21
Cotton Patch Gospel
Badgett Playhouse, Grand Rivers
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This award-winning musical features the reverential retelling of the Gospels of Matthew and John in a contemporary southern setting, set to bluegrass music. Cotton Patch Gospel is the only off Broadway show to receive praise from both Rolling Stone and Christianity Today. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Reserve seats by calling 888.362.4223.
Thursday, August 21
NAMI Paducah Support Group (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
27th & Broadway
7-8:30 p.m.
This support group is for family members and others affected by mental illness. Free. 443-3448.
Thursday, August 21
Rhythm and Poetry
Club Plush
1200 North 8th St.
8-11 p.m.
myspace.com/clubplushky
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.
August 22-23
Leadership Class #22 Retreat
New members of Leadership Paducah will gather for their first team activities. A great weekend for our future community leaders.
Friday, August 22
Morning Stretch, Fall Series
Paducah Yoga Center
627 Broadway, Suite B
7-7:45 a.m.
8-8:45 a.m.
paducahyogacenter.com
Check out one of these 45-minute morning yoga stretch classes every Friday. $6 walk-in or prepay $20 for the month. Through October 31. 575.0211.
Friday, August 22
Free Cooking Demonstrations and Gift
Riverfront Event Center
100 East Front St.
Metropolis, Ill.
11-Noon
harrahsmetropolis.com
Take notes from the best chefs around town and receive a free culinary gift afterward! The first 50 to attend get a bonus gift! Chefs include Bob Hoppmann of
The Pasta House Co., Shane "The Bear on the Air" Parker, Jason Ison of the Range Steakhouse and Jeremy Gutierrez of the fresh buffet at Harrah's. 800.935.0050.
Friday August 22
Mississippi Ex-Pats Lunch
Doe's Eat Place
136 Broadway
11:30 a.m.
ilistpaducah.com/does.html
Y'all from Mississippi – plan to have lunch with other Magnolia state ex-patriots! Anyone from Mississippi or with Mississippi ties or who just likes Mississippi is invited to share lunch. For more info, email Wayne Walden,
Wayne.Walden@paducah.kyschools.us.
Friday, August 22
Hot August Blues Festival
Kentucky Lake
Hardin, Ky.
3 p.m. Gates Open
5:30-11 p.m. Performers
hotaugustbluesfestival.com
Enjoy two days of 11 fantastic bands during the 19th Annual Hot August Blues Festival. The event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with Joe Walker, 6:30 p.m. with Dynagroove All-Stars, 7:45 p.m. with Five on Friday and 9:15 p.m. with Lew Jetton & 61 South!
Clawfoot Tubs For Sale
Price reduced to $199. Clawfoot bathtubs from the Madison Apartments in LowerTown, dated 1916. Call 443.7564.
Friday, August 22
Wine 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.
Friday, August 22
Fearless Painting for Young People!
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
5:30-6:30 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
This class brings out the artist in your youngsters, ages 5-12. Instructor Elise Beattie engages their minds and inspires young people to be creative! She demonstrates how to create and add personality to the sparkling paintings they create. $10 per lesson. Includes materials. Register at
wildhairstudios.com/Calendar.htm.
Friday, August 22
5th Annual Ladies' Society Social
Benefits American Cancer Society
Whalers Catch French Quarter
6 p.m.
Don't miss this lovely American Cancer Society event honoring Dr. Lisa Chaney Lasher with the Spirit of Hope award. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, cash bar. $25. To purchase tickets or make a donation in honor of Dr. Lasher or a loved one, call 444.0384 by August 19. Download the
PDF.
Friday, August 22
S.O.S. (Sisters of Support) Meeting
Christ Temple
523 North 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, August 22
Variety! Music, Memories & More
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This two-hour Branson-style, family-friendly show is sure to please groups of any age! From Swing to Motown, Oldies Rock & Roll to Country, Variety! has it all! With a professional cast of singers, dancers and a live band, it will have you singing and dancing in the aisles! $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Reserve seats by calling 888.362.4223.
Friday, August 22
Standard Operating Procedure
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Errol Morris (The Thin Blue Line, The Fog of War) obtains the first-person testimony of the soldiers charged with prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib in 2004. Were these low-ranking individuals scapegoats for decisions taken much higher up the chain of command? 441.7007.
Friday, August 22
Stars of Tomorrow Show
Hwy 642
Draffenville, Ky.
8-10:30 p.m.
kentuckyopry.com
Ever wondered where country music artists get their start? Most of them worked very hard to break into the business. The Kentucky Opry Stars of Tomorrow are just such a group of hard-working young professional entertainers. Come and enjoy their performances! Adults $14, seniors $13 (65 and up), students $10, child $7. 527.3869.
Friday, August 22
Paducah Writers Group
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
8 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, August 22
Bawn in the Mash with The Great Gatsby
Jeremiah's
225 Broadway
8:30 p.m.
bawninthemash.com
Enjoy Bawn in the Mash and The Great Gatsby tonight! $5 at the door.
Friday, August 22
DV8's Got Talent
2119 Bridge St.
11:30 p.m.
myspace.com/dv8paducah
This talent competition is open to all entertainers, bands, singers, musicians and female impersonators, hosted by Annanecia, the reigning DV8 Idol! Judges include Ro, Kara and William Sledd. Each Friday night finalist receives $25 cash, $25 bar tab and will vie for the final title and $500! Through September 5!
Saturday, August 23
Floodlights Youth Acting Program Starts New Season
Market House Theatre's Studio Theatre, 2nd Fl.
120 Market House Sq.
8-9 a.m. Through Grade 3
9-10 a.m. Grades 4 & 5
10-11 a.m. Grades 6-8
11 a.m.-Noon High School
mhtplay.com
Market House Theatre’s youth acting program, Footlights, is accepting new members for its first trimester of classes of the new season, beginning today. Acting troupes for grades 1-12 meet weekly on Saturdays. No previous class or performing experience is needed. $40 per trimester, limited scholarships available. 444.6828.
Saturday, August 23
Ride to Beat Out Child Abuse
Benefits Child Watch Children's Advocacy Center
River City Eagles
1919 Cairo Rd.
9-11 a.m. Registration
Enjoy this poker run with food, prizes, music, auction and a good time, with funds directed toward Child Watch Children's Advocacy Center. $10. For more info, call Cynde, 210.9778, or Bob, 559.1807. Rain date: September 6.
Saturday, August 23
Paducah Area Children's Chorus Auditions
Van Fleet Music Studio
830 Jefferson St.
9 a.m.
The Paducah Area Children's Chorus is accepting new members for the fall season. Auditions for students in grades 2 through 8 in Paducah and McCracken County along with all surrounding counties including Southern Illinois. Call 362.0436 to schedule an appointment.
Saturday, August 23
Upwards Fall Soccer League Begins
12 Oaks Baptist Church
2110 New Holt Rd.
9 a.m.-Noon
Kids K-6 are welcome to sign up for the exciting Upwards Fall Soccer League. $65 registration. For more info, call Barry Pritchard, 705.8749.
Saturday, August 23
Prepared Childbirth Class
Western Baptist Hospital
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
Be ready when the little one comes along! 575.2918.
Saturday, August 23
Stained Glass Workshop
Wildhair Studios
201 Broadway
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
wildhairstudios.com
Learn to create exciting stained glass! Learn basic techniques on how to create a pattern, cut and grind glass, foil and soldering. You'll leave with a lovely stained glass hummingbird suncatcher. Colors may vary from example. $85 includes everything needed to complete project.
Saturday, August 23
Recycle Now Collection Event
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Park Avenue Kroger Parking Lot
recyclenowpaducah.com
Glass, tin, plastic, aluminum, paper – bring it on and recycle it! Volunteers are needed to help! Email
recyclenow.volunteers@gmail.com to schedule your spot. Check the schedule
here.
Saturday, August 23
Hot August Blues Festival
Kentucky Lake
Hardin, Ky.
10 a.m.
hotaugustbluesfestival.com
Enjoy the second day of the 19th Annual Hot August Blues Festival. Enjoy Hollerhead at 10 a.m., Justin Hatcher at noon, Scott Holt at 1:30 p.m., Flashback Blues Band at 3 p.m., Pete "Big Dog" Fetters at 4:30 p.m. and Bluesberry Jam at 6:15 p.m.
Saturday, August 23
Sometimes Life is Still
Stornoway House Gallery
513 North 6th St.
10 a.m.
Come and view beautiful new works by artist Wil MacKay. Stornoway House Gallery has wonderful art and gifts. Through September 6. 444.9446.
Saturday, August 23
Overeaters Anonymous
Grace Episcopal Church
9th & Broadway
10 a.m. Discussion Meeting
Paducah OA views compulsive overeating as a three-fold physical, emotional and spiritual disease, and offers a 12-step program of recovery. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome each Tuesday and Saturday. For more info, call Rita, 442.9466, or Lovette, 554.9430.
Saturday, August 23
Democracy 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.
Saturday, August 23
Last Singer Standing Auditions
Market House Theatre's Second Stage
Market House Square
Noon
Be a part of the 52nd Telethon of Stars! Auditions open to all ages but minors must be signed in by a parent or guardian. 50 contestants will advance to semi-final round. $20 audition fee collected at registration. For more info, call Lori Devine, 444.9687.
Saturday, August 23
Wine 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.
Saturday, August 23
Wine 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.
Saturday, August 23
Standard Operating Procedure
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 and 9:15 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Errol Morris (The Thin Blue Line, The Fog of War) obtains the first-person testimony of the soldiers charged with prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib in 2004. Were these low-ranking individuals scapegoats for decisions taken much higher up the chain of command? 441.7007.
Saturday, August 23
Reidland High School All School Reunion
Reidland High School High School Cafeteria
5349 Benton Rd.
5 p.m.
The Reidland High School Alumni Association invites all graduates and attendees for this social reunion. Former teachers, principals and administrators are also encouraged to attend. Dinner, recognition for the class of '58, '62 and '63, scholarship awards and a brief board meeting. Call Emma Wells, 898.3152. Neil's Catering. $10 suggested donation.
Saturday, August 23
Free Yoga and Register for Free Gift!
The Yoga Room
3137 Broadway
5-6 p.m.
theyogaroomky.com
Bring a friend. Relax and unwind with Yoga for all levels. Register for free goodies to be given away! For more info, call Suzi, 559.1409.
Saturday, August 23
Wine 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.
Saturday, August 23
RSVP's Legends II Dinner and Show
Paducah Parks & Recreation
1400 HC Mathis Dr.
6 p.m.
Perfect for all ages, you'll enjoy RSVP's (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) elegant, Hollywood-inspired supper club sit-down dinner followed by a musical salute to Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Tony Bennett and Barbra Streisand, to name a few. The show is similar to last year, but with new music and material. $20. Reserve by calling 442.8993.
Saturday, August 23
S.R. Woodward at Etcetera!
Etcetera Coffeehouse
320 North 6th St.
7-9:30 p.m.
myspace.com/seanryanwoodward
myspace.com/etccoffee
A fun night of guitar playing, experimentation and whimsy from this one-man band.
Saturday, August 23
Variety! Music, Memories & More
Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, Ky.
7 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This two-hour Branson-style, family-friendly show is sure to please groups of any age! From Swing to Motown, Oldies Rock & Roll to Country, Variety! has it all! With a professional cast of singers, dancers and a live band, it will have you singing and dancing in the aisles! $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Reserve seats by calling 888.362.4223.
Saturday, August 23
The Wedding of the Year
Robert Cherry Civic Center
7 p.m.
mhtplay.com
What happens when the "Wedding of the Year" becomes the "Wedding from Hell"? Watch a murder and try to solve the mystery! $25, includes hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. Call the Market House Theatre Box Office for more info, 444.6828.
Saturday, August 23
Kentucky Opry Country Music Variety Show
Hwy 642
Draffenville, Ky.
8-10:30 p.m.
kentuckyopry.com
Enjoy Headliner Joe Boley (ventriloquist) and the Kentucky Opry Country Music Variety Show. Adults $14, seniors $13 (65 and up), students $10, child $7. 527.3869.
Saturday, August 23
Fresh
Club Plush
1200 North 8th St.
9 p.m.
myspace.com/cosmicvibeallianceky
Paducah's premier electronic dance music event! Andy B, Tony Foo Yong, Purvis and G.I.J. all tearing up the turntables. Opening DJ:
DJ Urban Kobbb! $1 draft beers, half-price well drinks.
Meet the Miller Lite Girls! $5 at the door. 217.3789.
Saturday, August 23
Shady Grove
Fat Moe's
902 Broadway
9 p.m.
myspace.com/shadygroveky
myspace.com/fatmoes
Enjoy the sounds of Shady Grove, tonight!
Brunch on the Water Each Sunday
Take a beautiful drive to the lakes for Commonwealth Yacht Club’s Brunch on the Water at Green Turtle Bay Resort in Grand Rivers, Ky. Adults $12; Kids half price. Reservations: 270.362.4444. Reservations strongly recommended. More info,
here!
Sunday, August 24
Understanding Heart Failure
Western Baptist Hospital
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
Get all your questions answered here. 575.2918.
Sunday, August 24
35th Year Birthday Party and Registration!
Beverly Rogers Academy
164 South 31st St.
1-4 p.m.
beverlyrogersacademy.com
Register for classes at Beverly Rogers Academy of Dance! Learn fun hip hop and jazz steps in free mini-classes. Enjoy cake and refreshments, meet the teachers and watch live performances by BRD dancers! 442.1100.
Sunday, August 24
Jane Gentry Vance, Kentucky’s Poet Laureate
Janice Mason Art Museum
71 Main St.
Cadiz, Ky.
2 p.m.
jmam.org
Kentucky’s Poet Laureate Jane Gentry Vance will read today as a part of the Janice Mason Art Museum’s year-long 10th anniversary celebration. Joining her are the winners of the museum's spring poetry contest: Alex Etheridge, Aaron Adams, Nick Erickson, Josh Francis, and the adult winner, Teresa Starr. 522.9056.
Sunday, August 24
Cotton Patch Gospel
Badgett Playhouse, Grand Rivers
2 p.m.
grandriversvariety.com
This award-winning musical features the reverential retelling of the Gospels of Matthew and John in a contemporary southern setting, set to bluegrass music. Cotton Patch Gospel is the only off Broadway show to receive praise from both Rolling Stone and Christianity Today. $19.99, $17.99 and $14.99. Reserve seats by calling 888.362.4223.
Sunday, August 24
The Custodian
Maiden Alley Cinema
4 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Anthony LaPaglia and Naomi Watts star in this police story of a detective who decides to expose the pervasive corruption that surrounds him. 441.7007.
Sunday, August 24
Standard Operating Procedure
Maiden Alley Cinema
7 p.m.
maidenalleycinema.com
Errol Morris (The Thin Blue Line, The Fog of War) obtains the first-person testimony of the soldiers charged with prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib in 2004. Were these low-ranking individuals scapegoats for decisions taken much higher up the chain of command? 441.7007.
Monday, August 25
9th Annual Lourdes Foundation Golf Tournament
Country Club of Paducah
6500 Turnberry Dr.
7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tee Times
elourdes.com
Don't miss this region's premier golf fundraiser, benefitting the Lourdes Foundation. Amazing prizes, special contests and a great day of golf! Sponsorship levels for every budget. There's a $50,000 cash prize if you shoot a hole-in-one on hole 12, and a St. Andrews golf trip if you sink hole 14 in one stroke. For more info, call Stacy Puckett, 444.2205 or download the
PDF.
Monday, August 25
Mom 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.
Monday, August 25
PR-1
Pasta House
Noon
If you specialize in public relations, marketing, advertising, promotions or something similar, join your colleagues for this monthly, informal lunch. It's a great way to keep tabs on what's going on and enlist others to help spread your news. Call Jackie Jones, 744.0521, to reserve your spot.
Monday, August 25
Toastmasters
Kentucky Farm Bureau
1600 Broadway
Noon-1 p.m.
toastmasters.org
Toastmasters allows participants to become better speakers and leaders. The self-paced program and constructive evaluations build self-confidence with each speaking assignment. Meets each Monday except holidays. For more info, call Dorothy Smith, 994.0588, or Clay Campbell, 703.2700.
Monday, August 25
Baby Care Basics (for Teens)
Western Baptist Hospital
2-5 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
For new parents and those who have not had a newborn in the family for a period of time. Care of the newborn after discharge from the hospital is discussed, with a special emphasis on safety. 575.2918.
Monday, August 25
Cesarean Section Class (for Teens)
Western Baptist Hospital
2-5 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
Helps mothers prepare for a Cesarean delivery. This one-time class may be taken in conjunction with childbirth preparation classes or by itself if the mother knows she is having a Cesarean delivery. 575.2918.
Monday, August 25
Smart Beginnings (Prepared Childbirth for Teens)
Western Baptist Hospital
2-5 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
This course is for pregnant teens or the non-traditional family unit. Bring your partner, mother or a friend; but you are welcome to come alone. This class is designed to help expectant parents learn about the labor and delivery process and coping with the new baby. 575.2918.
Monday, August 25
Childbirth Class
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to prepare for your new little one! 444.2640.
Monday, August 25
Improv Class
Market House Studio
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Paducah Improv is a great addition to the already well-established Market House Theatre. The class offers the art of improvisation to all age groups beginning with adults. Students gain listening, communication and drama skills and self confidence. Instructor: Eric Hobbs, performer at The Second City-Chicago and Improv Olympics. For more info, email Eric,
paducahimprov@yahoo.com.
Monday, August 25
Overeaters Anonymous
Ballard County Chamber of Commerce
547 W Kentucky Dr.
La Center, Ky.
7-7:25 p.m. Newcomers
7:30-8:30 p.m. Discussion Meeting
8:30-9 p.m. Fellowship
Ballard OA views compulsive overeating as a three-fold physical, emotional and spiritual disease, and offers a 12-step program of recovery. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome each Monday. For more info, call Lauren, 556.8873.
Tuesday, August 26
Overeaters Anonymous
Grace Episcopal Church
9th & Broadway
10 a.m. Discussion Meeting
Paducah OA views compulsive overeating as a three-fold physical, emotional and spiritual disease, and offers a 12-step program of recovery. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome each Tuesday and Saturday. For more info, call Rita, 442.9466, or Lovette, 554.9430.
Tuesday, August 26
Disaster Preparedness Breakfast
First Baptist Church - Fellowship Hall
2890 Broadway
7-8:30 a.m.
Brigadier General John Heltzel, director of Kentucky Emergency Management, is the guest speaker at this Disaster Preparedness Breakfast hosted by the Paducah Area American Red Cross and Salvation Army. His topic: "Preparedness, What's it Worth?"
Tuesday, August 26
Mother's Day Out
Broadway United Methodist Church
701 Broadway
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
bumc-paducah.org
Broadway United Methodist hosts Mother's Day Out each Tuesday and Thursday. Leave your little ones for $15 per day or $14 for Tuesday and Thursday. Drop ins: $18. There is a $40 non-refundable registration fee. Activities include Storytime at the library and music with Rev. Bob Fejes. Field trips include Touch-a-Truck, Schmidt Farms Hayride, Market House, Carson Center, Railroad Museum, Fire Truck Museum, Henson's Broom Shop and trips to the park. For more info, call Teresa Wheat, 443.2401, x216.
Tuesday, August 26
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. 443.2669.
Tuesday, August 26
Paducah Lions Club
Irvin Cobb
Noon
This oldest Lions Club in Kentucky meets weekly for lunch and a guest speaker.
Tuesday, August 26
Healthy Grieving Group
Marshall County Hospital Conference Room
2 p.m.
Find friendship and support. 415.3636.
Tuesday, August 26
Your Guide to Joint Replacement
Lourdes Marshall Nemer Pavilion
Borders Community Room
4-6 p.m.
elourdes.com
Great info for better joints, here! 444.2916.
Tuesday, August 26
Ashes
Smoking Cessation Class
Lourdes, Classroom 4
5:00 p.m.
elourdes.com
Learn how to kick the habit. 442.1310.
Tuesday, August 26
Weekly Study in the Word of God
Linden Plantation Event Center
3565 Lone Oak Rd.
6-7 p.m.
mtccc.org
Join More Than Conquerors Community Church for their weekly Bible study. July continues with the themes of detours, distractions and disturbances. Free. For more information call 270.727.7732.
Tuesday, August 26
TOPS Support Group
Lebanon Methodist Church
4620 At Massa Dr.
6:30 p.m.
This weekly meeting has a two-fold objective: encourage healthy lifestyles through weight management support groups and sponsor obesity research. Most members refer to the organization simply as "TOPS," an acronym for "Take Off Pounds Sensibly." The first meeting is free; yearly membership $25; monthly chapter dues $5. 270.217.1182.
Tuesday, August 26
Breastfeeding Class
Western Baptist Hospital
6:30-8:30 p.m.
westernbaptist.com
Prepares expectant mothers for the breastfeeding experience. 575.2918.
Tuesday, August 26
Ladies Beginning Tennis League
Lone Oak Tennis Center
400 Lakeshore Dr.
7 p.m.
paducahtennis.com
Singles and doubles match play for women who are just starting tennis or are returning to tennis. Every Tuesday during the summer. Signup is on a weekly basis. For more info, call Lisa Dapp, 554.8683.
Tuesday, August 26
Beginning Ball Room Dance Lessons
Freddie's Dance Studio
3004 Clark Street
7 p.m.
Come learn the Waltz, Rumba, Cha-Cha and the East Coast Swing in a six-week course! Dancing is great fun and wonderful exercise. $10 per lesson. For more info, call Fred Hicks, 443.1117.
Tuesday, August 26
Open Mic Night
Jeremiah's
225 Broadway St.
9 p.m.
Join in for a night of music, spoken word and artist collaborations on the fly! 443.3991.
Through August 30
2008 Paducah Summer Festival Photo Exhibition
Tribeca Mexican Cuisine
127 South 2nd St.
paducahphoto.com
View the winning entries during the 33rd Annual Paducah Summer Festival Photo Exhibition. Free and open to all.
Through September 6
Sometimes Life is Still
Stornoway House Gallery
513 North 6th St.
Come and view beautiful new works by artist Wil MacKay. Stornoway House Gallery has wonderful art and
