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News
FEB 20 
Western Kentucky Polar Plunge
Gilbertsville, KY 
The Polar Plunge marks its seventh year in Western Kentucky on Saturday, February 20, when the Biggest Chill in Western Kentucky hits the water once again at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park.
More than 800 are expected to return to the park and take a chilly dip in Kentucky Lake.

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Events
FEB 5
Bluegrass Night at Kentucky Opry
Draffenville, KY 
  • FREE Show ! This month group are Ole Santa Fe & Grandpa's Legacy.
  • Donations are taken in a "Pass the Hat" style.Show starts at 7:30  - Pickin and Jammin in the lobby starts at 6:30.

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869

FEB 5
The Hooten Hallers at Maiden Alley Cinema
Paducah, KY
With Commander Keen & Tinderbox Circus Sideshow.  The Hooten Hallers  are a blues, soul, and rock n' roll band from Columbia, MO. They are: John Randall (Guitar/Vocals), Andy Rehm (Drums/Vocals) and Kellie Everett (Bass & Baritone Saxophones). 
Admission: $8 | $10 at the door.
8:00pm.


|   WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 441.7007

FEB 5
Mo Pitney at Marion, IL Civic Center
Marion, KY 
  • Ky Opry and Z100 present - Mo Pitney - When Mo Pitney sings "let me tell you about country" in his debut single, he's doing more than telling. He's showing. Appropriately titled, the song "Country" is as much positioning statement as introduction. In three minutes and 16 seconds, it is almost precisely who he is in word and deed. The vocal delivery, storytelling, musicianship and reflections of his outdoor lifestyle - as well as faith, family and patriotism - offer a spot-on portrayal. Joined by early fan favorites "Clean Up On Aisle Five" . His newest release is "Boy And A Girl Thing"

| WEB LINK  | Phone: (618) 997 4030

FEB 6
Kentucky Opry Talent Search 
Draffenville, KY 

Every Saturday Night, starting Jan 30 at 7:30 P.M.

Rehearsals with the BAND Thursday nights 6:30 pm to 9:30. To sign up click here

Win Cash Prizes and a new guitar from Allen Music!

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869

FEB 6
Valentine's Day Crafternoon at your Library 
Paducah, KY
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join us for a "love"ly craft program and make your own cool handmade Valentines!
The library will provide all the supplies (and dessert!).
The program is free and open to the public, but please pre-register by calling 270-442-2510 x119 or by visiting the Information desk on the first floor.

| WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 442 2510 ext. 113

FEB 6 - 9
Brooklyn at Maiden Alley Cinema
Paducah, KY
Two countries, two loves, one heart.
Starring Saoirse Ronan
Directed by John Crowley
An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a new romance. When her past catches up with her, however, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.PG.
  • Saturday, 7:00pm  9:30pm
  • Sunday, 4:00pm  7:00pm
  • Monday, 7:00pm
  • Tuesday, 7:00pm

|   WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 441.7007

FEB 6
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Golden Pond, KY 
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between The Lakes!
Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to visit several eagle viewing hotspots and look for these breathtaking birds in the wild. Our naturalists will help you spot eagles and other wildlife, as well as zoom in with spotting scopes for a closer look.  9:00 am - 12:30 pm.
$10 per person. Registration limited. Reservation & full deposit required. Call to reserve your space. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Moderate walking may be required.

| WEB LINKPhone: (270) 924-2020

FEB 11,12 & 13
Paducah, KY 
The Murder Mysteries are a great idea for business and group parties or just a fun evening out with friends. Detective teams are by tables. Seating begins at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $35 per person, which include the show and dinner (catered by Neil's Catering). There will be a cash bar available at the venue.  Tickets are assigned seating at tables and available only by calling the Box Office.

| WEB LINK | Phone: (270)  444-6828 

FEB 11 
Peter Rabbit Tales
at Carson Center
Paducah, KY
"Once upon a time there were four little rabbits, and their names were- Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail and Peter"  These famous opening lines of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" have enchanted young audiences for over one hundred years with the exploits of a charming hero, who, going against his mother's wishes, has adventures (and misadventures) in Mr. McGregor's garden.  $ 12.00 All Seats.

| WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 450-4444

FEB 12 & 13
Variety Love Songs
Grand Rivers, KY
Join us for an evening devoted to love! Bring your sweetheart and hear all of your favorite Variety show love songs. Badgett Theatre.

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FEB 12 & 13
Bull Blowout at MSU
Murray, KY
Watch as top cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding and barrel racing for big cash prizes! There's even mutton busting for the little ones starting up at 7:30 p.m. each night! Tickets are $14  for adults, $12  for Murray State students with ID and $5  for kids 12 and under and are available at the door. 

| WEB LINK |

FEB 13
Father Daughter Dance  (Princess Ball)
Gilbertsville, KY 
Kentucky Dam Village 
Tickets available for the Princess Ball--Call the Children's Arts Center for more details.

 | Phone: (270)  252-7022

FEB 13
Kentucky Opry Talent Search 
Draffenville, KY 

Every Saturday Night, starting Jan 30 at 7:30 P.M.

Rehearsals with the BAND Thursday nights 6:30 pm to 9:30. To sign up click here

Win Cash Prizes and a new guitar from Allen Music!

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869

FEB 13
The South Marshall Fire Dept. Auxiliary Spaghetti Dinner
Aurora, KY 
The South Marshall Fire Dept. Auxiliary will be hosting a spaghetti dinner on Saturday February 13, 2016 from 5 to 7 pm (or until it's all gone) at the Aurora Ross Fire Station. You'll get spaghetti, bread sticks, salad, and tea or lemonade, with coffee and dessert for $6 (adults) and $3 (children under 12).  Everyone is welcome.  Come out and join us for a wonderful dinner. And, gentlemen, it's close enough to Valentine's Day to count as a special meal out. 

 | Phone: (270)  906-5515.

FEB 19
Southern Nights at Kentucky Opry Show
Draffenville, KY 
  • FREE SHOW ! SOUTHERN GOSPEL
    Featuring some great bands, groups, and soloists and NEW young talent. This month we are featuring the group For Heaven's Sake. There is No Admission, but a love offering donation will be taken for the groups.

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869

FEB 19
Patty Griffin,Sara Watkins  Anais Mitchell at Clemens Fine Arts Center Paducah, KY 

  Patty Griffin, Sara Watkins, and Anais Mitchel perform Friday, at 7:30 p.m. at the Clemens Fine Arts Center. The special singers-in-the-round format features all three artists on stage together. 

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FEB 27
21st Annual Father - Daughter Dance
Paducah, KY 

Tickets are going fast to the Paducah Symphony Orchestra's annual Father-Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 27 at 6:00 pm at the Country Club of Paducah.

The evening will feature professional portrait photography by Matt Hernandez, a live DJ to dance the night away, a gift raffle, cupcake display, lavish candy bar display and much more. 
Reserve your seats now! 

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MARCH 11
Comedian "Etta May" to appear at Kentucky Opry
Draffenville, KY 
What's the best way to describe Etta May? "Minnie Pearl with a migraine." To put it simply, when Etta May takes the stage, she is the reigning Queen of Southern Sass. Etta May won the prestigious American Comedy Awards: "Stand-Up Comic of the Year," and has appeared on Oprah, Comic Strip Live, MTV, and as a guest commentator on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Tickets : $44/$22/$21.

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869

MARCH 19
Puttin on the Mitz
Gilbertsville, KY 
  • An Exceptional Eveing! You are invited to help us raise funds for Marshall County Exceptional Center. Kentucky Dam Village.$50 per ticket or $350 per table for a table of 8. 7pm.Hosted by Benton's Womans Club. Semi Formal Attire. Silent & Live Auction.

| E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 366-3927

April 1 
Dwight Yoakam at the Carson Center!
Paducah, KY

Tickets are selling faster than any other show we eveer had! Get them early!
An American singer-songwriter, actor and film director, most famous for his pioneering Country Music. Popular since the early 1980s, he has recorded more than twenty one albums and compilations, charted more than thirty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and sold more than 25 million records. He has recorded five Billboard #1 albums, twelve gold albums, and nine platinum albums, including the triple platinum This Time. In addition to his many achievements in the performing arts, he is also the most frequent musical guest in the history of The Tonight Show.
Don't miss the chance to see Dwight right here in West Kentucky!  Presented by :WKYQ, WiLLiE Radio and Kentucky Opry.

|   WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 450-4444

Community

Every Monday & Thursday
Knitting at Yummee Yarn Shop
Eddyville, KY
Come and join with friends and knit or crochet every Monday & Thursday from 4pm - 8pm. Plus we have a great selection of yarns and supplies to choose from. 242 Tanner Ave.

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 388-2021


Every Thursday
Toastmaster Meeting

Paducah, KY

Toastmasters  is a dual-purpose organization that will help anyone improve their communication and leadership skills and expedite advancement in his or her profession. 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. Meeting location: MSU Paducah Regional Campus, Room 219. From 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm every Thursday except on National Holidays. 

| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 217.1222

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. 

| Phone: (270) 924-0900 


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


| WEB LINK | E-MAIL | Phone: (270) 527-3869 


















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