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OCT 6
Murder, Mystery, Dinner & Theater!
Put on your best Sherlock Holmes hat and hop on over to Patti's to see if you can figure out who committed the crime. Limited to only 100 guests, so call the theater soon and book now!
Badgett Playhouse
7pm.
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 OCT 7,8,9
SEED: The Untold Story at Maiden Alley Theatre
Paducah, KY
Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds. Worshipped and treasured since the dawn of humankind. SEED: The Untold Story follows pas- sionate seed keepers protecting our 12,000 year-old food legacy. In the last century, 94% of our seed va- rieties have disappeared. As biotech chemical com- panies control the majority of our seeds, farmers, scientists, lawyers, and indigenous seed keepers fight a David and Goliath battle to defend the future of our food. In a harrowing and heartening story, these reluctant heroes rekindle a lost connection to our most treasured resource and revive a culture connected to seeds. NR.
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 OCT 7 - 13
Calvert City Drive-In
Calvert City, KY
Open Every Night
Box Office and Grill open at 4:30PM
Double Feature Showing
Storks & Magnificent 7.
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OCT 7 & 8 SOLD OUT!
Gene Watson & the Kentucky Opry Show
Draffenville, KY.
This year marks the Golden Anniversary of one of our greatest living country vocalists. In 1962, Gene Watson began his professional career by recording his first single. Showtime 7:30pm.
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OCT 7
Smoke on the Mountain
The year is 1938. It's Saturday night in Mount Pleasant, NC, and the Reverend Oglethorpe has invited the Sanders Family Singers to provide an upliftin' evening of singin' and witnessin'. The audience is invited to pull up a pew and join in the rollicking good time.
More than two dozen songs, many of them vintage pop hymns, and hilarious stories from the more or less devout Sanders provide a richly entertaining evening that has audiences clapping, singing, laughing and cheering.
Badgett Playhouse
2pm.
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Sounds of Memphis
Its the birthplace of Rock & Roll, the home of the Blues, the starting point for Soul. And it's where a young man from Tupelo became the King...The music of Beale Street has influenced generations and the music is still alive today...
Badgett Playhouse
7pm.
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 OCT 8
Crossings Harvest Festival
Jonathan Creek
You are invited to come out and enjoy our beautiful Kentucky Properties. We will have free snacks and beverages, fall games and activities for the family, live bluegrass music, and will open up a number of our popular attractions, such as our ziplines, laser tag, and aerial adventure park.
$5 dinners will be available. While the event is free, we would appreciate an
RSVP. Once you RSVP you will be entered to
win an iPad mini. You must be in attendance at the event to win. We look forward to seeing you there! If you have questions or would like more information, please call or email .
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 OCT 8
CSI: Campsite Scene Investigators
Hey kids! Try your luck at being a nature investigator! Lots of animals like to visit campsites at night. See if you can figure out who ate the marshmallows by following the clues in this nature, "Who Dun It?" Solve the clues and win a nature prize.
*Ideal for home educators.
10:00 am
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4:30 pm
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 OCT 8-9
38th Anniversary Events at LBL's Homeplace 1850s Farm
Golden Pond, KY
The Homeplace 1850s Working Farm and Living History Museum celebrates its 38th Anniversary, Saturday-Monday, October 8, 9, and 10. The Homeplace will host a quilting bee, woodstove cooking, and more. General admission to the Homeplace is $5 ages 13 and up, $3 ages 5-12, and free for ages four and under.
"Celebrate with us and experience programs that have made the Homeplace such a special place over the past 38 years," said Cindy Earls, Homeplace Lead Interpreter. "Programs this weekend are perfect for everyone, including home educators."
Visitors may benefit from Fun Cards, which offer 10 regular admissions for $35, or Discount Packages. Details can be found at www.landbetweenthelakes.us/visit/passes/. Fourth grade students can also go to https://everykidinapark.gov/, get their Every Kid in a Park pass, and get in for free. For more information call
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OCT 8
Outlaws of Country Music
Waylon and Willie and the boys....
In this sequel to "The Sweethearts of Country Music", we celebrate the other side of country...the Outlaws. With tributes to famous "bad boys" such as Waylon, Willie and Johnny, we follow three young ladies on their different paths to success and stardom in Nashville as they relive the "Outlaws" in their lives and the music that made these kind of men famous.
The show culminates in one final showcase where the "Outlaws" and the "Sweethearts" join together for one last shot at fame and fortune.
It is not necessary to have seen "The Sweethearts of Country Music"
Badgett Playhouse
7pm.
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 OCT 13
Howl at the Moon at your Library
Paducah, KY
We are gearing up for one of our favorite events. The 4th annual Howl at the Moon community festival, come hang out at the library and enjoy a free concert by the The Savage Radley and a patchwork of fall-themed activities. 7pm. McCracken County Library.
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OCT 13 - 16
Stink Cheese Man at your Market House Theatre
Paducah, KY
The Stinky Cheeseman and Other Fairly Stupid Tales based on the Caldecott honor book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. Join Jack the narrator, and a slew of wacky characters as they tell ridiculous stories including "The Princess and the Bowling Ball," "Little Red Running Shorts," "Cinderumpelstiltskin" and, of course, "The Stinky Cheese Man." But along the way, Jack will have to deal with a couple of chickens who never know when to enter, a few unexpected songs (yes - it's a musical comedy)-and a giant who wants nothing more than to get his revenge. Wild, irreverent and extremely funny!
Appropriate For:
All Audiences
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 OCT 13
Shanghai Acrobats at Clemen Fine Arts Center
Paducah, KY
The Shanghai Acrobats have become one of the most influential and competitive acrobatic companies in China and has won many awards at acrobatic and circus competitions at home and abroad.
Since the 1980s the company has been invited and successively performed in more than 30 countries. The Clemens Center is on the campus of West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Adults, $30; Students/Children, $15. 7:30 PM.
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 OCT 14 - 16
40th AnnualTrigg County Ham Festival
Cadiz, KY
An Entire Weekend of Fun!
New for 2016 only: The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall. Join us as we proudly and humbly honor our fallen heroes October 14-16 205 Main Street Cadiz KY
Over 200 Vendors, Live Music, Carnival, Arts and Crafts Exhibits, Vintage Car Show, Fireworks, Quilt Show, Kentucky's Largest Ham and Biscuit and Much More! Our featured headliner this year is Restless Heart!
Experience the South, Come for the Country Ham and Stay for the Hospitality!
Please, no pets except for those assisting the visually impaired.
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 OCT 14
Bluegrass Night
Draffenville, KY
This month The show will be on the "Second" Friday Night featuring Bethel University Bluegrass Bands FREE SHOW
Donations are taken in a "Pass the Hat" style.Show starts at 7:30 - Pickin and Jammin in the lobby starts at 6:30
JPFOB - Jackson Purchase Friends of Bluegrass are dedicated to preserving and promoting Bluegrass Music in mid-America.
Jackson Purchase Friends of Bluegrass and the Kentucky Opry bring you Bluegrass Night the on 1st Friday night of every month.
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OCT 15
Slick Tire & The White Sidewalls & the Kentucky Opry Show
Draffenville, KY.
50 & 60's Old Tyme Rock n Roll Show and Kentucky Opry Variety Show!
Adult $16, Seniors $15, Student $10, Child $7.50 plus tax.
Showtime 7:30pm.
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 OCT 14 & 15
at Maiden Alley Theatre
Paducah, KY
For more information go to Weblink below.
Food, Music, & Fun!
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Story-telling Contest Deadline: October 16!
WKMS
Murray, KY.
Our storytelling contest is really heating up! Now's your time to join in. Make sure to send us your 5-10 minute written and audio-recorded story by Sunday, October 16 at midnight to enter.
See details on contest and recording here.
Not a storyteller, but still want to hear the Top 5?
Join us in person Oct 25 at 6pm at Murray State's Clara Eagle Gallery (Fine Arts Building 6th Floor)
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 OCT 16
MCEC Open House
Benton, KY
Please join us on
"Exceptional Sunday" for fellowship, refreshments, MCEC individual performances and music by the Liberty Boys and Servant's Heart Quartet. There will also be a Cake & Pie Auction. Sunday 1:00 - 4:00pm. 198 Old Symsonia Rd.
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 OCT 20
Jason Bishop Straight Up Magic at Carson Center
Paducah, KY
"He walks through walls, makes objects disappear and turns a dollar bill instantly into a hundred. No, this isn't make believe, but it is unbelievable! In Straight Up Magic, Jason Bishop infuses old school tricks with new school stagecraft in a performance. Without fuss or frills, he moves from stunning sleight of hand to dazzling illusions with an easy humor and exceptional talent - and a little help from his tiny tail-wagging terrier, Gizmo! 6:30pm.
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OCT 21
Josh Turner returns to Carson Center
Paducah, KY
Josh Turner is a double-platinum-selling singer/songwriter in traditional country music and Christian music. He is one of the younger members of the Grand Ole Opry. His many hit songs include Long Black Train, Your Man, Would You Go With Me?, Why Don't We Just Dance?, All Over Me, and Time is Love. Turner has been songwriting and performing since he was a child.
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OCT 21 - 23
Aurora Country Festival
Aurora, KY
It's that time of year again! The Aurora Fall Festival. Come to Aurora for food and family fun. There will be a flea market demonstrators and a parade Saturday at 11:00 am. The 3-day festival will feature arts and crafts, a flea market, and country music
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OCT 29
Fall Poker Run Dinner
Aurora, KY
Aurora is having it's first Fall Motorcycle Poker Run on Saturday October 29, 2016. Proceeds benefit the Penny Royal Veterans Center in Hopkinsville. All bikes welcome! Registration begins at 9am. Kickstands up at 10:30. Return by 4pm. Cost is $15 for rider and additional hand for passenger is $5. Family friendly. Rain or shine. Door prizes, 50/50, entertainment, food, silent auction. Come out and join the fun.
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Toastmaster Meetings in Western Kentucky
Paducah & Marshall County
Toastmasters helps people develop communication and leadership skills. You can learn to speak in public with confidence through evaluations and encouragement from experienced speakers. Work at your own pace through an organized program that adds new skills with each project.
Clubs meet every week except on National Holidays
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Kentucky Opry Tours Trips 2016
December 14 * Christmas Trip to Nashville SOLD OUT!
Christmas Show Trip to Nashville - Seeing General Jackson Christmas Show & Grand Ole Opry or Vince Gill & Amy Grant Christmas Concert Wednesday, $199 per person.
2017 Trips
$739 per person (dbl. occ.)
$705 per person (dbl. occ.)
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Fri & Sat
Lakeland Jamboree - Live Music for All Ages
Cadiz, KY
- Listen to the Music. Friday & Saturday evenings 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 61 Jefferson Street.
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 Farmers Market
Cadiz, KY
The Farmers Market opens for the season this Saturday. The Farmers Market is located in downtown Cadiz and is open through October on Saturday and Wednesday mornings from 7 a.m. - noon.
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 Senior Dance
Cadiz, KY
The Trigg County Senior Citizens Center, 127 Joy Lane, has announced there will be a dance on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Admission is $5 per person and all proceeds go to the home delivered meals program.
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 SUNDAY 10:30am
Kentucky Lake Cowboy Church
Draffenville, KY
Brother Chris Clarke, Savanna, Carson, Hunter, Clay and all the folks at Kentucky Lake Cowboy Church want to invite you to come on down and join us at the Kentucky Opry each Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. for Cowboy Church. Casual clothes are welcomed. Feel free to wear your favorite jeans, boots, and cowboy hat! You'll feel right at home with the "down home" flavor of the country/bluegrass/gospel music and down-to-earth preachin' from God's Word. Be sure to come early for free coffee and donuts!! We'll save you a good seat!!! Kentucky Opry Theatre
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