AUGUST 3, 2017 ISSUE
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NEWS


EVENTS

AUG 3 - 9, 2017
Land Between the Lakes
Golden Pond, KY. 

Nature Station
Month of August
Photos must be taken at the Nature Station.
Call 270.924.2299 
for more information.
Morning with the Hummingbirds | Thu , Aug 3 | 10 - 11am
Fri, Aug 4 | 6 - 8pm
$25 person | Reservation Required |  270.924.2020
Sat, Aug 5 - Sun, Aug 6 |  10am - 5pm 
$7 ages 13 and up | $5 ages 5 - 12
Morning with the Hummingbirds  |  Tue, Aug 8  |  10 - 11am
Hummingbirds of the World  |  Wed, Aug 9  |  11:30am - 12:15pm
Red Wolf Treat Time  | Mon - Fri |  1:30 - 2pm
Afternoon Animal Encounters | Mon - Fri |  3:30 - 4pm
Parade of Raptors | Daily |  4:30 - 5pm
Kayaks and Canoes will not be available for rent at 
Woodlands Nature Station  August 4-6, 2017
Visit Energy Lake Campground instead.

Shows at  10 & 11am, and 12, 1, 2,  3 & 4pm
Adults $5; ages 5-12 $3; under 4 free.  
Enjoy our entertaining full dome video shows - a variety of shows are offered. Be immersed in the 360 degree action as you venture out into space, where we unveil cosmic secrets of planets, moons and stars.  
Fri, Aug 4
Laser Retro  5:30pm |  Laser Vinyl  7pm
Sat, Aug 5
Laser Zeppelin 5:30pm |  Laser Beatles 7pm  |  TOTALITY   8pm  
Free Star Party | 8:45pm        
Tues, Aug 8
Laser I-Pop  5:30pm |  Laser Pop 7pm       

Switchels and Such: 1850s Cooling Summer Drinks |  Sat, Aug 5 | 1 -  3pm     
Sun, Aug 6 | 11am - 12pm
Taste of the South |  Tue, Aug 8 |  10am - 12pm
Field Work| Wednesdays |  1-4pm
Feeding Time on the Farm |  Daily |  3:30pm - 4:30pm
Daily Life on the Farm | Daily |  10am - 4pm


  WEB LINK

AUG 3,17 & 31
Free Riverfront Concerts
Paducah, KY. 

Free concerts at the Port of Paducah are featured tonight on the Wilson Stage. As part of the summer-long RIVERfront Concert Series, these events are offered on select Thursdays at the riverfront.  
Additional concert dates this summer are August 3- Soul Creation & Biz and Everyday People. August 17- The McKendress & City of the Sun., and August 31- Brandon Maddox & The Blue Stones.
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AUG 4  Bluegrass Night
Draffenville, KY. 
On Friday, August 4th  we will welcome back to the Kentucky Opry JPFOB stage The Cope Brothers and The Traveling Kind.  This is a FREE SHOW featuring local & Regional Bluegrass groups. 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 | Phone: (270) 527-3869

AUG 4 - 8
The Hero at Maiden Alley
Paducah, KY
An ailing movie star comes to terms with his past and mortality. 

 Rated R
  • Friday, 7:00pm  9:00pm
  • Saturday, 7:00pm  9:00pm
  • Sunday, 4:30pm  7:00pm
  • Monday, 7:00pm
  • Tuesday, 7:00pm

   WEB LINK | Phone:270. 444-6828


AUG 4
Pickin & Grinnin at Badgett Playhouse
Grand Rivers, KY. 
 Badgett Theatre 7pm.

   WEB LINK | Phone: 888 -362-4223

AUG 5
at Maiden Alley
Paducah, KY
Harry ignores warnings not to return to Hogwarts, only to find the school plagued by a series of mysterious attacks and a strange voice haunting him.
2002 * 2 hours & 41 minutes
Showtimes
  • Saturday, August 5, 2017 4pm.


   WEB LINK | Phone:270. 444-6828


AUG 5  -  Buddy Holly Tribute Show with Barney Fife
Draffenville, KY. 
The excitement of Kenny James & Barney Fife - Buddy Holly Tribute is always a great hit with every crowd. 
The Kentucky Opry cast will perform too. Showtime 7:30pm. 


  WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 527-3869

AUG 4 - 10
Calvert City Drive-IN
Calvert City, KY. 
This Week Features:  
Dunkirk & War for the Planet of the Apes
Family Food & Fun , See the Stars     
Open Every Night
Box Office and Grill open at 4:30PM
Double Feature Showing.

   WEB LINK | Phone:270. 395 4660

AUG 5
70's Show
Grand Rivers, KY. 
Remember when music was fun?!
A two-hour tribute to Disco, Rock & Roll, Singer-songwriters and a whole lot more! Badgett Theatre. 7pm.


   WEB LINK | Phone: 888 -362-4223


The Booth Brothers are coming to Community Financial Services Bank's (CFSB) 43rd Annual Watermelon Bust in Benton, Kentucky.  This trio, known for their harmony-drenched vocals and warm, easy voices, are coming for an exciting musical event on August 5, 2017 at the Kenneth Shadowen Performing Arts Center (KSPAC).
This time-honored tradition marks its 43rd edition and features 2,000 lbs. of ice cold watermelon, kids games and more!  Watermelon serving, kids activities and socializing will begin at  5:00 p.m.  under the bus canopy of Marshall County High School (MCHS) and the Booth Brothers will take the stage at  6:00p.m.  in the KSPAC at MCHS, 416 High School Road, Benton, Kentucky 42025.  The event is free and open to the public; no ticket required. 

  WEB LINK


AUG 11  Stars of Tomorrow & Kentucky Opry Show
Draffenville, KY. 
Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month June, July & August.
This show consists young professionals pursuing a career in music and the Kenucky Opry Cast. The young Stars ages are 8 year old to 18 years old. This Stars Show is packed with Old Country Classics as well as Brand New Country. It also features Gospel, Bluegrass, and Rock and Roll hits from the 50's and 60's.

The Kentucky Opry cast will perform too. Showtime 7:30pm. Adult $16, Seniors $15, Student $10, Child $7.50.

  WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 527-3869


AUG 12
Spaghetti Dinner
Aurora, KY 
The South Marshall Fire Dept. Auxiliary will be hosting a spaghetti dinner on Saturday August 12, 2017 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 $7 for adults, $3 for children 12 through 6 years, and free for children children 5 and under.  Everyone is welcome.  For more information call Audrey Boyan 

 | Phone: (270)  906-5515


AUG 21 - Benton Solar Celebration
Benton, KY. 
 Millions of people across the United States will see a rare and striking visual display in the sky - a total eclipse of the Sun! The Moon will completely block the Sun, daytime will become twilight, and the Sun's corona will shine in the dark sky. We want you to come sit in the shadow with us!  
This will be an event of a lifetime and we want to help you have a fun and safe viewing experience. So, bring your lawn chair and help us form a circle around Lake EERA at our Environmental Education and Recreation Area (1010 Eggner Ferry Road, Benton, KY 42025). This area is open and should allow for good viewing! You can also enjoy the view from Benton City Park!

  EMAIL | Phone: (270) 527-5770  


AUG 24 & 26 KENLAKE HOT AUGUST BLUES FESTIVAL
Aurora, KY. 
It's gonna be HOT, Y'all! The 28th Annual Kenlake Hot August Blues at Kenlake State Park
One of the most beautiful settings in the nation for a music festival, on the shores of Kentucky Lake, at Aurora, KY! Tickets are limited and ON SALE NOW !

  WEB LINK |


SEPT 8 -  The Gibson Brothers with Clayton Campbell on Fiddle
Draffenville, KY. 
In the world of brother harmonies, the Gibson Brothers have set the Gold Standard. Brother harmonies have always been a mainstay of their performances and recordings, gained from their early listening to artists such as the Everly Brothers, Jim & Jesse, the Lilly Brothers, and Blue Sky Boys. Since their debut in 1994, the Gibson's have earned multiple IBMA awards and six SPBGMA awards, including IBMA's Entertainer Of The Year and SPBGMA's Vocal Group Of The Year. There current Album In the Ground is #1 on the Bluegrass Charts!  Showtime 7:30pm. BUY TICKETS

  WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 527-3869


SEPT 16 Mayfield Mud & Dirt Drags
Mayfield, KY. 
Gates open at  2:00 pm  - time trials start at  4:00 pm
Pearl O Purchase 
Graves County Fair Association
Pearl Of The Purchase
5pm

  EMAIL | Phone: (270) 804-8733


SEPT 23 -  The Van - Dells with Cody Campbell on Piano
Draffenville, KY. The Van- Dell's are entertainment at its finest. As the nation's #1 50's and 60's rock and roll tribute show, they have been entertaining audiences for 41 years with their unique blend of comedy, choreogr The Van-Dells have been called "The 3 Stooges set to music" with a fun show that's good for the whole family.   The Van-Dells continue growing their loyal fan base by traveling the nation and playing all of your favorite hits from one of the best era's in American music. From Doo Wop classics, to Elvis and everything in between there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Showtime 7:30pm. BUY TICKETS

  WEB LINK | Phone: (270) 527-3869


OCT 14 -  Maren Morris in Concert at Lovett
Murray, KY. Rising country star brings The Hero Tour to Murray State's campus.

Tickets $27.50 /$25 / $22.50

  WEB LINK

COMMUNITY


Marshall and Nell Galloway
Arts in the Community Exhibition 2017
Mayfield, KY
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The Icehouse Gallery in Mayfield is announcing a "Call to Artists" for this year's Arts in the Community Exhibition. I
 There is no entry fee and you need not be a member of the Art Guild to participate. Artwork may be priced for sale; the Gallery retains 30% of all sales so price your work accordingly.  Works will be received from Saturday, July 1 through Saturday, July 8. Each artist may bring up to two works and they must be framed and must have a wire or clip on the back and be ready for hanging. We will accept 2D and 3D works; photography, paintings, drawings, watercolors, literary works and sculptures are all welcome, but you will need to contact the Gallery in advance if the sculpture you plan to submit is unusually large. At the conclusion of the show, artwork must be picked up from Saturday, September 2 thru Saturday, September 9.
A reception for the exhibition will be held 5-7pm on Friday, July 14. Light refreshments will be served and the public is cordially invited to attend. The Icehouse Gallery is located at 120 North 8th Street, one block north of Broadway and the courthouse square, in Mayfield, Kentucky. Hours are 10 until 5 Tuesday through Friday and 10 until 1 on Saturday. Admission to the Gallery is always free.
 
            Exhibition dates:  Friday, Sept 1
            Pickup artwork:  Saturday, Sept 2 - Saturday, Sept 9
 

|WEB LINK   | Phone: (270)  247-6941


Two  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. 

Paducah Meeting location: MSU Paducah Regional Campus, Room 219. From 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm every Thursday. Donnie McKinney 270-217-1222

Marshall County club meets every Monday 6:45 pm at the Quality Inn - Draffenville  173 Carrol Road Benton Ky contact Clay Campbell 270-703-2700

Clubs meet every week except on National Holidays


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


| WEB LINK |
Kentucky Opry Tours Trips 2016


2017 Trips

Only 6 spots left!!
SEPT 10 -16 2017  - Myrtle Beach Show Trip & Charleston,SC.  For all details go to Kentucky Opry Diamond Tours
$705 per person (dbl. occ.)


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

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 


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.

| Phone: (270) 522-8341 


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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