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Misc. — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:15:58 GMT

Diamond Lake Resort 270-229-4900

Oct 10: Diamond Lake Yard Sale - Do you have "Treasures" in your closet or attic that someone else would love to have? Then this is the event weekend for you. This is Diamond Lake's final sale of the year.

Oct 16 & 17, 23 & 24, 30 & 31:5th Annual Boo Fest - Calling all ghouls, goblins, witches and warlocks! Head out to Diamond Lake Resort for a spooktacular good time. Activities include a haunted hay ride on Friday nights, and pumpkin painting, games, crafts and scavenger hunts on Saturdays. Non-scary, kid-friendly hayrides will be offered during the day on Saturdays. Friday night start time: 7 p.m. Saturday activities begin at 11 a.m.

Haunts of Owensboro (270) 313-5596

Oct 1-31: Haunts of Owensboro - Take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro's rumored haunted buildings. This 1 1/2 hour tour will cover some of Owensboro's favorite ghost stories and sightings. Sights include Trinity Center, home of Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, the Area Museum of Science & History, the Daviess County Courthouse, and others. Tours begin and end at The Creme Coffee House at 109 E. 2nd Street. Fridays and Saturdays, or by special appointment. Call for reservations. (270) 313-5596.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

Oct 1-17: "Expressions" Exhibit - The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art's new exhibit showcases more than fifty recent gifts to the museum's collection.

Owensboro Music Center 270-684-2156

Oct 3:1st Annual Musician's Flea Market & Swap Meet - Calling all musicians! Get rid of unwanted items for cash and pick up some deals along the way. Begins at 9:05 a.m. Contact Gordy at the Music Center for more info.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Oct 5: Taste Of Owensboro - Let your taste buds tingle with anticipation before this mouth-watering event that features the best cuisine of our area! The Taste of Owensboro, RiverPark Center. Over 30 restaurants and beverage vendors will be on-hand to let you sample the best cuisine this side of the Ohio River. This fabulous evening offers more than just sumptuous samples; you will also enjoy entertainment of Jazz sensation of Charlene Blay and The Second Edition, The world renowned pianist Dr. Diane Earle, and the dynamic duo Randy Lanham and Wildman. Every inch of the River Park Center will be occupied by cuisine, beverages and entertainment.

Oct 9: Classic Film Club Series - Hitchcock’s Dial M for Murder. An ex-tennis pro carries out a plot to murder his wife. When things go wrong, he improvises a brilliant plan B. This award winner stars Grace Kelly and Ray Milland. Begins at 6:45 p.m.in the Jody Berry Caberet Theatre.

Oct 10: Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder - Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder perform at RiverPark Center as part of a two-week festival in celebration of the upcoming 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.

Oct 12: The Wedding Singer - The first national tour of Broadway's hit romantic comedy based on the Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore film comes to Owensboro after 280 recent performances on Broadway. Robbie Heart is New Jersey's favorite wedding singer, until he is left at the altar. When he meets a young waitress, it's love at first sight. But Julia is engaged to a Wall Street shark, and Robbie must pull off the performance of a decade to win his dream girl. With a score that pays homage to pop songs of the '80s, The Wedding Singer takes us back to when hair was big, collars were up and a wedding singer was the coolest guy in the room.

Legendary write Neil Simon's first Broadway hit, Come Blow Your Horn, comes to the Theater Workshop of Owensboro, this month.

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

Oct 23 & 24, 30 & 31: Come Blow Your Horn - This legendary the legendary comic writer Neil Simon's first Broadway comedy smash. Alan Baker, a 30-ish swinging bachelor with time, money and women to spare, welcomes rebellious and eager 21-year brother Buddy into his den of iniquity while their horrified parents can only watch and pray. This farcical 60's romp became a hit movie starring Frank Sinatra.

Trunnell's Farm Market 270-733-2222

Weekends in October: Fall Family Fun - Every weekend in October, head to Trunnell's Farm Market for Fall Family Fun. Activities include hay rides and pumpkin & face painting. Free daily events in October include a straw maze, straw pyramid, corn pit, pumpkin maze, corn hole, pumpkin toss, Amazing Find, Tomato Stake and Rope Maze. Visit the market for Absolutely Fresh Produce and Kentucky Proud products all year round. 9255 US Hwy 231 (270) 733-2222. Open 10 a.m -6 p.m.

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

Oct 11: The WannaBeatles Band - The WannaBeatles Band from Nashville return to Western KY Botanical Garden for a special concert of all-time Beatles favorites. Begins at 5 p.m.

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:46:41 GMT

Owensboro Arts Guide

Century Christian Church 270-684-0286

Sep 2: Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Sep 9: Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Sep 16: Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Sep 23: Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Sep 30: Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Diamond Lake Resort 270-229-4900

Sep 5: Fifth Annual Hawaiian Luau - Come Celebrate Labor Day weekend in your grass skirt and flowered lei! Enjoy an authentic Hawaiian style roasted pig feast. Enter the Limbo, Hula hoop, "Big Island Belly" contest and Scavenger hunt

along with golf cart and camp site decorating contest.

Sep 19: Fishing Tournament - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sep 25-26: Fourth Annual Grillin' & Chillin' BBQ Cook-Off - Join us for Kentucky's only state sanctioned BBQ Championship! We'll have 48 of the best cooking teams here from several states competing for over $10,000 in prize money. If you would like to compete in this event contact Terry Stinnett at 270 929-4177

English Park 270-687-8718

Sep 4-8: Columbus Replica Ships - The Nina and the Pinta will sail into Owensboro on Friday, September 4th and be docked at English Park until their departure early on Tuesday, September 8. These replicas will be traveling together as an enhanced "sailing museum" for educational tours. The general public may take self-guided tours for $7, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children. Children under 4 are free. The ships will be open every day from 9am-6pm and no reservations are necessary. For more information, contact 787-672-2152.

Friday After 5-Downtown Owensboro

Sep 4: Main Stage - Velvet Bombers/Street Fair - Community Block Party

Haunts of Owensboro (270) 313-5596

Every Friday and Saturday or by special appointment: Downtown Walking Tours

Sep 4: Downtown Walking Tour - Take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro's rumored haunted buildings. This 1 1/2 hour tour will cover some of Owensboro's favorite ghost stories and sightings. Sights include Trinity Center, home of Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, the Area Museum of Science & History, the Daviess County Courthouse, and others. Tours begin and end at The Creme Coffee House at 109 E. 2nd Street. Fridays and Saturdays, or by special appointment. Call for reservations. (270)313-5596

High Banks Speedway 270-275-4485

Sep 4: All Divisions - E-mods, Street Stocks, Pure Stocks, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and Mini Stocks

Sep 11: All Divisions - E-mods, Street Stocks, Pure Stocks, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and Mini Stocks

Sep 18: All Divisions - E-mods, Street Stocks, Pure Stocks, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and Mini Stocks

Hines Center, The (270) 729-3030

Monday - Thursday at 10:00 AM: Aquacize Classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30 PM: Aquacize Classes

Int'l Bluegrass Music Museum 270-926-7891

Sep 30: Saturday Lessons Program fall deadline - The Saturday Lessons concept is simple: we are growing the Biggest Bluegrass Band on Earth! We are doing so not only to have great fun playing great music together, forming family bands and youth bands, playing all the time, all over town, but also to preserve our indigenous cultural heritage as legatees of Bill Monroe's gift of bluegrass music to his home region and state.

Owensboro Ice Arena

Fridays: Public Skate

Saturdays: Public Skate

Sundays: Public Skate

2nd Saturday of Each Month: Dollar Night at 7-10 PM

$1 Admission

$1 Skate Rental

$1 Drinks and Popcorn

Sep 4 :.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

Sep 1-30: "Expressions" Exhibit - The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art's new exhibit showcases more than fifty recent gifts to the museum's collection.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Sep 6: Summer Movies on the River-Bolt (G) - Featuring voices of Miley Cyrus and John Travolta. The thrilling life of a canine TV superhero is filled with drama and adventure, but when the cameras stop rolling this on-screen superhero learns the real world is not as glamorous as it looks on TV. Movies begin at dusk. Lawn chairs are provided, or bring your own.

Concessions are available from RiverPark Center. No outside food or beverage may be brought on RiverPark property.

Sep 22: Cirque Dreams Illumination - Journey with fascination into the depths of a city that ignites with illumination when Cirque Dreams imagination, suspense and theatrical innovation turns every day ordinary into bright and extraordinary.

Sep 26: OSO Performance - Opening Night - Opening Night Gala Featuring Bella Hristova, violin Superstar violinist Bella Hristova opens our season with the dazzling Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto plus the often-requested Scheherazade by Rimsky- Korsakov. A new work by Kentucky composer Nick Drake starts the season off with a bang. Drake-Gambado Fanfare Rimsky-Korsakov, Scheherazade Tchaikovsky, Violin Concerto, Bella Hristova, violin.

The Creme Coffee House (270) 683-7787

Sep 5: All in the Timing - Six One-Act Comedies by David Ives. Directed by Wes Barlett. Assistant Director, Patrick Riley

Sep 6: All in the Timing - Six One-Act Comedies by David Ives. Directed by Wes Barlett. Assistant Director, Patrick Riley

Sep 7: All in the Timing - Six One-Act Comedies by David Ives. Directed by Wes Barlett. Assistant Director, Patrick Riley

Sep 12: All in the Timing - Six One-Act Comedies by David Ives. Directed by Wes Barlett. Assistant Director, Patrick Riley

Sep 13: All in the Timing - Six One-Act Comedies by David Ives. Directed by Wes Barlett. Assistant Director, Patrick Riley

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

Sep 4: Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Sep 5: Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Sep 6: Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Sep 11: Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Sep 12: Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

Sep 6: Picnic in the Garden - Bring your own picnic or purchase food at the Western KY Botanical Garden. Enjoy the first showing of the "Big Botanicals" and bring your own big botanical entry. 1-3 pm

Sep 11: "In the Playhouse" - This will be a special time for preschoolers including baking bread, making homemade ice cream, bird watching and just having fun in the wonderful playhouse in The Garden. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Sep 25-26: "On the Road Again" - Come and enjoy a "traveler's choice" trip with The Garden.

Windy Hollow Speedway 270-785-4065

Sep 6: UMP Summer Sizzler - UMP Open Wheel Modifeds plus UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Sep 13: Bike Races - Bike races for the kids plus UMP Open Wheels, UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Sep 20: American Classifieds Night - UMP E-mods, UMP Open Wheels, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Sep 27: Bluegrass 20's - 20 Lap features for all divisions with added purse money. UMP OPen Wheels, UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:52:20 GMT

Audubon Mill Park 270-827-0016

Aug 7-8:Bluegrass In the Park Folklife Festival - One of the oldest on-going free Bluegrass festivals in the United States, Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival marks its 24th year in 2009. The festival honors Western Kentucky’s history as a center of Bluegrass music. In addition to great music, the 2009 Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival boasts unique events, including the Pickin’ & Pedalin’ Bike Tour, Jammin’ & Jumpin’ Pole Vault, Bluegrass Hat Tennis Tournament and Breakfast in the Park. A family friendly atmosphere, great food, concessions, inflatable amusements and a beautiful riverfront setting make the festival a destination for all ages.

Audubon Museum, J.J. Audubon State Park 270-827-1893

Aug 13-31:Painting in Peru: 100 Views of the Inca Road - Professional artist and Assistant Dean of Arts fron the University of Southern Indiana, Michael Aakhus, states, "I have been moved by the remarkable landscape of Peru and have chosen to record my observations in a series of 100 works that will take some years to complete. I have documents many ancient sites in Peru: Cuzco, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca." Don't miss this exquisite exhibit. Open daily 10am-4:30pm. Free to public.

Brescia University 270-685-3131

Aug 19:Classes Begin

Diamond Lake Resort 270-229-4900

Aug 2:Second Annual Musician's Reunion - Come and listen to your favorite musician's tell stories

and play music from their past.

Aug 15:Children's & Adult's Fishing Tournament - Children's Tournament from 8am - 12pm; Adult Fishing Tournament from 6pm - 11pm

Aug 21-22:Street Legends Car Show - This annual event has become one of the premiere automotive events in the Tri-State area. We'll have as many as 600 cars on display!

Friday After 5-Downtown Owensboro

Aug 7:Main Stage - V Groove/Street Fair - Kids Fun Night

Aug 14:Main Stage - The Rigby's (Beatles Tribute)/Street Fair - Health Fair

Aug 21:Main Stage - Bonepony/Street Fair - Go Green Night

Aug 28:Main Stage - Duke Boys/Street Fair - Volunteer Fair

High Banks Speedway 270-275-4485

Fridays this month:All Division Racing - E-mods, Street Stocks, Pure Stocks, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and Mini Stocks

Int'l Bluegrass Music Museum 270-926-7891

Aug 1-31:Ongoing Exhibit: Phil Zimmerman - Bluegrass Time - Ricky Skaggs is quoted as saying about Zimmerman's book and exhibit, "These were historic meetings with some of the best musicians the world has ever known. And thank God that Phil Zimmerman was there with his mandolin and his camera. You’ll love this great collection!"

Paradise City 270-852-1959

Thursdays thru Saturdays:Live Acoustic Music

Hybridizing Daylilies - David Kirchoff gives a talk on the subject

August 29th at the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Aug 2:Summer Movies on the River - Mamma Mia (PG-13) - Dance your way down the aisle of this smash-hit musical movie! A mother. A daughter. Three possible fathers and a wedding you'll never forget! Movies begin at dusk. Lawn chairs are provided, or bring your own. Concessions are available from RiverPark Center. No outside food or beverage may be brought on RiverPark property. No pets allowed.

Settle Memorial UM Church 270-684-4226

Aug 7:Parent's Day Out - 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Aug 8:Railroad Club - 6:45 PM - 9:00 PM

Aug 15:Newsong Music Festival - All-day musical event

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

Aug 1-2 & 8-9:The King & I by Rogers & Hammerstein - This classic-minus the legendary Yul Brenner of the Silver Screen will stage at downtown's RiverPark Center

Aug 28-29:Cash On Delivery - This fast-paced British comedy was penned by Michael Cooney; Directed by Todd Reynolds

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

Aug 11:Walk & Talk & Lunch in the Garden - Enjoy lunch in the beautiful setting of the WKBG at 11:30 a.m.

Aug 29:Hybridizing Daylilies - David Kirchhoff gives a talk on the subject beginning at 1 p.m. Lunch is available; call 852-8925 for more information.

Windy Hollow Speedway 270-785-4065

Aug 2:Fan Appreciation Night - Autographs session from your favorite drivers and $5 general admission plus UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Aug 9:Cruiser Special-All Divsions - Added purse money for Cruisers. UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Aug 15:1st Annual Diamond J Trucking Extreme Modified Mania - Saturdays events will include practice, qualifying and heat races for the UMP E-mods

Aug 16:1st Annual Diamond J Trucking Extreme Modified Mania - Saturdays events will include practice, qualifying and heat races for the UMP E-mods

Aug 23:Wayne Coakley Memorial --- UMP Super Late Models - UMP Super Late Model plus UMP E-mods, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolts and UMP Mini Stocks

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:47:26 GMT

Century Christian Church 270-684-0286

Every Wednesday @ 5:30 PM: Children & Youth Activities

Chautauqua Park 270-687-8700

Jul 1 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 2 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 4 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 6 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 7 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 10 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 11 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 13 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 14 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 18 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 19 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 20 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 24 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 25 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Jul 26 7:00 PM:Owensboro Oilers game

Diamond Lake Resort 270-229-4900

Jul 3 & 4:Fifth Annual Freedom Bash - Activities include an awesome fireworks display on the 3rd, plus a scavenger hunt, pie eating contests, campsite decorating contest and much more.

Jul 18 & 19:Owensboro Gran Prix & Fishing Tournaments - This professional go-cart race is an Owensboro tradition. Over 100 drivers will race at speeds reaching 95 mph on the tracks. Children's Fishing Tournament from 8 am-12 pm, Adult Fishing Tournament from 6-11 pm.

English Park 270-687-8718

Jul 4 6:00 PM:A Celebration of the American Spirit - Enjoy fireworks from the banks of the Ohio River at English Park, accompanied by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra Chorus. Gates open at 6 pm, followed by speeches, Color Guard, and fireworks accompanied by patriotic music at 9.

Friday After 5-Downtown Owensboro

Jul 3:Main Stage - Black Widow/Street Fair - Some Gave All

Jul 10:Main Stage - The Jimmy Church Band/Street Fair - Lincoln Chapter Antique Motorcycle Club

Jul 17:Main Stage - Caribou/Street Fair - Owensboro Antique & Classic Auto Club

Jul 24:Main Stage - Larry Maglinger(Rod Stewart Tribute)/Street Fair - Ag Night

Jul 31:Main Stage - Parrots of the Caribbean (Jimmy Buffet Tribute/Island Party)/Street Fair - Beach Bash

Int'l Bluegrass Music Museum 270-926-7891

Jul 1-31 :Pioneers of Bluegrass Exhibition

Kentucky Wesleyan College 270-926-3111

Jul 25 7:00 PM:River City Raptors home game

Malco Theatre (270) 683-2123

Every Tuesday & Wednesday through July 29:Malco Kids Summer Film Fest - $2 will get you in to see a great movie. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit various children's charities.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

Jul 1 through 17:Free Art - . Local artists will conduct special sessions designed to offer kids the opportunity to experiment in a variety of media, including drawing, painting, basket making, weaving, book making, clay sculpture and photography. These workshops, which will be held on the museum’s lawn, will be offered from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. for ages 6 - 10 and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 11 – 15.

Owensboro Museum of Science & History 270-687-2732.

Through August 23 - The World We Create Exhibit

Permanent Exhibits - SpeedZeum/Encounter, the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center/Playzeum

Jul 21 5:00 PM:Farm to Table, Vine to Glass - The fundraiser is to benefit the Downtown Farmers Market and features foods grown in the region and wines from Kentucky vineyards. This year will also offer local craft exhibits.

Panther Creek Park 270-685-6142

Jul 3:Family Freedom Fireworks Festival - This is the 6th year for the fun and patriotic event for all ages. The fest finishes off with a fireworks display.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Jul 5 8:00 PM:Summer Movies on the River - Hotel For Dogs (PG) - Lawn chairs are available, or you can bring your own, and concessions are available at the RiverPark Center.

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

Jul 6-10:Drama Camp

Jul 20-24:Drama Camp

Jul 24-26 7:00 PM on 24th, 2 & 7 PM on 25th, 2 PM matinee July 26:Pride & Prejudice - Adapted from the classic novel by Jane Austen, the well-known story of complicated relationships in Pre-Victorian times comes to fruition on the stage. $8 for adults and $5 for students.

Towne Square Mall 270-683-4545

Jul 4 10:00 AM:Sunset Cruisers Cruise-In

Jul 10 4:00 PM:America's Best Pageant & Model Showcase

Jul 25 10:00 AM:Saving Paws Rescue of Kentucky Event

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

Jul 14 11:30 AM:Walk & Talk & Lunch in the Garden - Enjoy lunch in the beautiful setting of the WKBG

YMCA (270) 663-0359

Jul 11:Hilliard Lyons Health & Fitness Classic - Enjoy many healthy activities, including a health expo, 2K family walk, 5K race, 10K race, bike ride & rodeo, Special Olympics events, cash prizes and much more.

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Thu, 21 May 2009 13:22:31 GMT

Audubon State Park, Henderson 270-826-2247

Jun 10-12:Summer Arts & Nature Camp - Children ages 4-12 will have the opportunity to explore the exciting adventures at Audubon State Park. Awesome Art, Birds of Prey, Terrific Trails, Bertha Bubbles, paddle boats, fishing and much more. Sign up early for your Audubon Adventure. Pre-registration is required. Ages 4 & 5 must be accompanied by mom or an adult.

Jun 19:Adult Artists Retreats - Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum. Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event.

Diamond Lake Resort 270-229-4900

Jun 6:"50's Sock Hop"

English Park 270-687-8718

Jun 5-6:Yelllowbanks Dulcimer Festival

Friday After 5-Downtown Owensboro

Jun 5:Street Fair - Salute To Sports Town Street Fair Events sponsored by Kroger

Jun 12:Street Fair - Pet Night Street Fair Events

Jun 19:Street Fair - Father's Day Frenzy Street Fair Events

Jun 26:Street Fair - Sunset Cruisers Car Club Street Fair

Hines Center, The (270) 729-3030

Monday - Thursday at 10:00 AM: Aquacize Classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30 PM: Aquacize Classes

Jun 4:June Rooster Booster - Bring a hearty appetite for the Booster breakfast along with the 6th annual Owensboro Has It! expo. Entrepreneur of the Year and Chamber Small Business Awards will be given out as well. Begins at 7:30 a.m.

Immaculate Church 270-314-0128

Jun 6:Owensboro Ballroom Dance Club

Kentucky Wesleyan College 270-926-3111

Jun 20:Grand Illusions - Roger & Lee Ann bring their Grand Illusion Magic Show to KWC as a fund-raiser for the Owensboro-Daviess County Humane Society. A Family Pass for 4 is only $25. For ticket information, call 859-234-8450.

Malco Theatre (270) 683-2123

Jun 2-3:Kids Summer Film Fest

Jun 9-10:Kids Summer Film Fest

Jun 16-17:Kids Summer Film Fest

Jun 23-24:Kids Summer Film Fest

Jun 30:Kids Summer Film Fest

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

Jun 22-30:Free Art - Local artists will conduct special sessions designed to offer kids the opportunity to experiment in a variety of media, including drawing, painting, basket making, weaving, book making, clay sculpture and photography. These workshops, which will be held on the museum’s lawn, will be offered from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. for ages 6 - 10 and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 11 – 15.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Jun 7:Summer Movies on the River

Jun 12:Gospel on the River - Palmetto State Quartet, Aaron Wilburn and the Southern Sound Quartet. MC: Jeff Nalley.

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

Jun 18-21:Theatre Workshop will present two summer youth productions: Annie Jr., a musical, will feature 3rd through 8th graders.

Jun 25-28:Theatre Workshop will present two summer youth productions: Annie Jr., a musical, will feature 3rd through 8th graders.

Univ. of KY Extention Office 270-685-8480

June 18: State Farm Longest Day of Play – Free fun, free food, free prizes are the tip of the ice burg; activities include disc golf, fishing, a bouncy house for the kids, corn hole games, live entertainment and much, much more. All the good times begin at 4 p.m.

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

Jun 8-12:Garden Camp - Participants will have the opportunity to get hands on with nature and learn about a wide range of topics including growing plants, herbs, and how to cook with herbs.

Jun 14:Youthful Talents - The Owensboro Public Schools Fine Arts Camp will be on hand to provide engaging entertainment. Games, crafts, delicious Moonlight BBQ, and picnicking areas will swirl together to create a festive atmosphere.

Jun 27:Annual Day Lilly Sale

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:23:16 GMT

Battle of Sacramento (270) 736-5114

May 15-17:15th Annual Forrest's First Battle of Sacramento - held each year at the site in which the actual battle occurred – will take place the weekend of May 15th starting on Friday with history day for school groups and families. This year, troops are coming from as far away as Michigan, Wisconsin, Texas, Mississippi, Georgia and Arkansas to participate in this year’s event and they are bringing their horses making it the largest cavalry event in the state!

May 15

8:00 AM Open Registration (reenactors only)

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM School Days Living History

Kentucky History Mobile on site

TBA Lantern Trail through the camp w/story telling

TBA Spectacular Night Cannon Demonstration

7:00 PM Recount of Mollie's Ride

(Mollie Morehead Chapter, U.D.C. #2605)

Musical Entertainment

Midnight Taps, all Quiet!!

May 16

7:00 AM Reveille

8:00 AM Officer's Call

9:00 AM Camp Open to the Public (until 1:00, then after Battle until 8:00 PM)

Kentucky History Mobile On Site

10:00 AM Sick Call Scenario - 6th KY Field Hospital Unit

Guest speakers or Reenactors demonstrations

11:00 AM Cavalry Competition Demonstration (battlefield)

11:30 AM Ladies Tea and Fashion Show (school gym)

Authentic Clothing Contest - Ladies Day Dress

1:00 PM Opening Ceremony: A Visit from Abraham Lincoln and others from the past

1:45 PM Battlefield Dedication & Mollie's Ride

2:00 PM "Forrest's First", Battle Of Sacramento

Following Battle Hospital Unit Scenario for the Battlefield Wounded.

Guest speakers or Reenactors demonstrations

5:00 PM "Dinner on the Grounds" - reenactors only

8:00 PM Battlefield Ball (Sacramento school tennis court)

Authentic Clothing Contest - Ladies Ball Gowns

Midnight Taps, all Quiet!

May 17

7:00 AM Reveille

8:00 AM Officer's Call

9:00 AM Memorial at Mollie's Grave (Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery)

10:00 AM Camps open to the Public (until 1:00 pm)

Sick Call Scenario - 6th KY Field Hospital Unit

Guest speakers or Reenactors demonstrations

11:00 AM Community Worship Services (Battlefield Events Stage)

1:00 PM Opening Ceremonies: A Visit from Abraham Lincoln and others from the past

1:30 PM Battlefield Dedication & Mollie's Ride

1:45 PM "Forrest's First," Battle

Chautauqua Park

May 9 8:00 AM: AKC-Sanctioned Best of Breed Match-This Match will feature conformation classes for both puppies and adult dogs, as well as Junior Showmanship, Kiddie Conformation & Parade of Champions/Meet the Breed, classes for Canine Good Citizen Test and a raffle. Entries will be taken from 8-9:30 a.m. with judging starting at 10 a.m.

May 29-30: West Kentucky Mavericks @ the Owensboro Oilers. Chautauqua Park 7 p.m.

Ellis Park

May 1/2: Kentucky Oaks Simulcast

May 16: Preakness Stakes Simulcast

Fisher Park

May 9-10/16-17: NSA Fast Pitch Softball tournament

May 23-25: BPA Baseball Memorial baseball tournament

May 29-31: Gameday USA Fast Pitch & Baseball Tournament

Friday After 5-Downtown Owensboro

May 22 5:00 PM: Free music series featuring the Velvet Bombers (Motown, R&B, Dance); Courtyard-Karaoke in the Courtyard featuring Songbird Entertainment; Gospel on the River-Palmetto State Quartet, Aaron Wilburn an dthe Southern Sound Quartet, Deena Ashley & Donnie Dortch; Street Fair-Public Service Night & Owensboro Twisters Club's Balloon Sculptors.

May 29 5:00 PM: Free music series featuring Soul Groove (Showtime Classics); Courtyard Entertainment-Karaoke in the Courtyard featuring Songbird Entertainment; Street Fair-Carnival Night

Haunts of Owensboro (270)313-5596

Every Friday and Saturday or by special appointment: Downtown Walking Tours

Immaculate Parish Hall 270-683-0358

May 16 7:30 PM: Ballroom Dance Lesson - FREE

May 16 8:00 PM: Owensboro Ballroom Dancing Club Spring Dance $10/adults and $5/students - bring hors d'oeuvres w/ cash bar provided

Kentucky Motor Speedway 270-302-9046

Every Sunday: Races

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

May 1-24: Dimensions - an exhibition of international art featuring more than 60 objects of metal, glass, stone, wood and fiber, reflects the works of artists from this country, Great Britain, France, Germany, Egypt, Israel and the Czech Republic.

May 1-3: The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century

Owensboro Parks and Recreation

Monday - Friday at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. - Owensboro Area Runners and Walking Club meets at Legion Park to train

May 29 8:00 AM: Adult Kickball League Registration Deadline

River Park Center 270-687-2770

May 19: Writers’ Third Tuesday Coffeehouse – Music, humor, poetry FREE

May 22: Gospel on the River - Palmetto State Quartet, Aaron Wilburn and the Southern Sound Quartet. MC: Jeff Nalley

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 270-683-5003

May 1-3: Quilters- by Molly Newman & Barbra Damashek

Music & Lyrics by Barbra Damashek

May 9 7:00 PM: Bluegrass Show - Two of the area's most popular bluegrass bands, RiverBottom Band and Kings Highway, will play at Theatre Workshop of Owensboro.

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (270)852-8925

May 12 11:30 AM: Walk & Talk "Another Serving" featuring Stephen M. Vest

May 24 11:30 AM: "GG" Talbott Memorial Dedication

Windy Hollow Speedway 270-785-4065

Every Sunday: Races

Owensboro Arts Guide

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Century Christian Church

Every Wednesday @ 5:30 PM: Children & Youth Activities

Diamond Lake Resort

Apr 4: Easter "Egg" Stravaganza - Easter Egg Hunt (ages grouped 1 to 2, 3 to 5, 6 and above) - FREE

Apr 18: Backyard BBQ & Yard Sale - Want to test your BBQ skills in a "no stress" environment? Do you have "treasures" in your closet or attic that someone else would love to have? Then this is the event for you! Several different cooking categories with low entry fees and great awards. A great way to season your smoker for the season.

Ellis Park

Apr 2-5: KY Derby Pool 3

Fisher Park

Apr 4-5/18-19: NSA Men's Border Wars - Softball Tournament

Apr 11-12/24-26: BPA Baseball World Series Qualifier

Haunts of Owensboro

Every Friday and Saturday or by special appointment: Downtown Walking Tours

Immaculate Parish Hall

Apr 25 7:30 PM: Ballroom Dance Lesson - FREE

Apr 25 8:00 PM: Owensboro Ballroom Dancing Club April Showers Dance $10/adults and $5/students - bring hors d'oeuvres w/ cash bar provided

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Apr 1-12: Lenten Meditations To Air On WKWC 90.3

Owensboro Community College

Apr 25: Strawberry Jam Festival - This charity event's proceeds will help to stock the shelves of the Owensboro Help Office. Admission is a can of food, book, clothes, or a toy. Four live bands will perform. The Fine Art Museum will have artists' displays of some of their artwork. Public awareness booths will also be displayed. Food and refreshment vendors.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

Apr 1-30: The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century - Enjoy this national touring exhibition presenting the state of Realistic painting around the world at the beginning of the 21st century.

Owensboro Parks and Recreation

Monday - Friday at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. - Owensboro Area Runners and Walking Club meets at Legion Park to train

Apr 3 7:00 PM: Family Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt - (Moreland Park) When the sun goes down the fun begins - searching for the golden egg. Families required to bring at least one flashlight and parents must accompany children 10 and under

Apr 13: Begin double-elimination, play-in tournament for both Men's and co-ed

Apr 17 6:00 PM:15th Annual Daddy Daughter Date Night - Holly wood Nights (girls 3-12 years old) Dress up as your favorite celebrity from music, movie or TV or just come ready for a night of glitz and glamour in Hollywood. The evening features dinner, lots of dancing, DJ led games and door prizes. Two photographers will be on site to capture the memories of this fabulous evening. $30/couple @ The Sportscenter Registration Deadline April 10th

Apr 18 6:00 PM: Mother/Son Fun Night - Hollywood Heroes (Boys ages 4-12) Moms, take your hero take you out for an evening of adventure! Dress as your favorite movie star or hero. Enjoy dinner, DJ led games, dancing, best dressed hero contest and door prizes. $30/couple @ Sporstcenter Registration Deadline is April 10

Apr 24 6:00 PM: Adult Volleyball League Registration Deadline

Apr 27: Adult Softball League play begins

Owensboro Sportscenter

Apr 24-25: Traditional Karate Invitational

Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

Apr 18: The Dream of America - Bernstein's Candide Overture, Thompson's The Testament of Freedom and Boyer's Ellis Island: The Dream of America.

Reid's Apple Orchard

Apr 1-30: Available: Bedding Plants, flowers, hanging baskets, & asparagus

River Park Center

Apr 2-4: 8th Annual Bluegrass Returns To Its Roots Festival Featuring: Dailey & Vincent, Steep Canyon Rangers, J.D. Crowe & The New South, Josh Williams Band, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeepers, Bradley Walker, Dale Ann Bradley and Lonesome River Band

Apr 14 7:00 PM: Bye Bye Birdie - Lots of laughs and great songs have made this favorite hit Broadway show one of the most memorable musicals of all time.

Apr 17 6:00 PM: Classic Film Club Series - Gala Event - Gone With the Wind

Apr 18 7:30 PM: OSO - The Dream of America

Apr 21 7:00 PM: Third Tuesday Writer's Coffeehouse - Writing, music and humor FREE

Apr 26 7:00 PM: Spelling Bee - In the Tony-Award winning new musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser.

Stanley's Pumpkin Hollow

Apr 17: Kentucky Fried Music Festival - 21 of the region's best musical talent; Camping is FREE, and there will be local food vendors, as well as unique merchants. 10% of proceeds will be donated to local non-profit agencies. ALL AGES. One-day passes are $20.00 and two-day passes $30.00. www.myspace.com/kyfmf.

The Hines Center

Monday - Thursday at 10:00 AM: Aquacize Classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30 PM: Aquacize Classes

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro

Apr 17-19/24-26 : Quilters - A Musical by Molly Newman & Barbra Damashek

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

Apr 14 11:30 AM: Walk & Talk & Lunch "The Garden Thru A Childs Eyes"

Apr 18 7:30 AM On The Road" The Cincinnati Flower Show call 270-852-8925

Apr 24 5:00 PM: Plant Sale Preview with Karen Angelucci

Apr 25 8:00 AM: Annual Plant Sale

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Century Christian Church

270-684-0286

www.centurychristian.org

Diamond Lake

[229-4900]

diamondlakeresort.net

Ellis Park

[812-425-1456]
Highway 41 N
Henderson, KY
ellisparkracing.com

Haunts of Owensboro

[313-5596]

www.hauntsofowensboro.com

Immaculate Church

[314-0128]

http://obrdc2.eznetworld.com/etomite0613/index.php?id=54

Jack Fisher Park/Owensboro Parks and Recreation

[687-8700]

www.owensboroparks.org

Kentucky Wesleyan College

270-926-3111

www.kwc.edu

Owensboro Community College

1-866-755-6282

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

270-685-3181

www.omfa.us

Owensboro Museum of Science & History

[687-2732]

www.owensboromuseum.com

Owensboro Parks and Recreation

(270) 687-8700

www.owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Sports Center

(270) 687-8330

www.owensborosportscenter.org

Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

[684-0661]

www.owensborosymphony.org

Reid's Apple Orchard

270-685-2444

www.reidorchard.com

Riverpark Center

(270) 687-2770

www.riverparkcenter.org

Stanley's Pumpkin Hollow

(270) 322-8953

www.kyfmf.com

Hines Center

(270) 729-3030

thehinescenter.com

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro

(270) 683-5003

www.theatreworkshop.org

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

[852-8925]

wkbg.org

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We’ll publish your event for FREE. Just send notice by the 15th of the month prior to the month of your event to editor@news-4u.com or fax toll-free to 866-463-9748. Please include “for arts guide” in your submission.

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Ellis Park (Henderson)

Mar 12-15: Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2

Jack Fisher Park

Mar 21-22: BPA Baseball World Series Qualifier - Baseball tournament

Mar 28-29: NSA Fast Pitch World Series Qualifier

Apr 4-5: NSA Men's Border Wars

Haunts of Owensboro

Every Friday and Saturday or by special appointment: Downtown Walking Tours

Immaculate Church

Mar 21 7:30 PM: Ballroom Dance Lesson

Mar 21 8:00 PM: Owensboro Ballroom Dancing St. Patrick Dance Semi-Formal $10/adults and $5/students - bring hors d'oeuvres w/ cash bar provided

Int'l Bluegrass Museum

EVERY SATURDAY: The International Bluegrass Music Museum's Saturday Lessons

Apr 2-4: 8th Annual Bluegrass Returns To Its Roots Festival Featuring: Dailey & Vincent, Steep Canyon Rangers, J.D. Crowe & The New South, Josh Williams Band, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeepers, Bradley Walker, Dale Ann Bradley and Lonesome River Band

Owensboro Airport

1 Bullfrog Avenue

Mar 6: Owensboro Home & Garden Show - Owensboro Homebuilder's Association brings their annual show to the Owensboro Daviess Co. Regional Airport at the MidAmerica Jet's hangar.

Owensboro Ice Arena

Fridays: Public Skate

Saturdays: Public Skate

Sundays: Public Skate

March 6, 7:00 PM: Special Session - Admission $2.50

March 7, 1:00 PM: Special Session - Admission $2.50

March 7, 7:00 PM: Special Session - Admission $2.50

March 8, 1:00 PM: Special Session - Admission $2.50

March 14, 7:00 PM: Dollar Night - Admission: $1, Skate Rental: $1, Drink & Popcorn: $1

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

March 8-31: The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century - Enjoy this national touring exhibition presenting the state of Realistic painting around the world at the beginning of the 21st century.

Owensboro Museum of Science & History

Through August 23 - The World We Create Exhibit

Permanent Exhibits - SpeedZeum/Encounter, the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center/Playzeum

Owensboro Parks and Recreation

Monday - Friday at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. - Owensboro Area Runners and Walking Club meets at Legion Park to train

March 13: Spring Day Camp Registration Deadline

March 20: Adult Softball League Deadline to Register

March 21 7:15 PM: St. Patrick's Day Dash 5K Run/Walk and 10 K Run - begins in Malco Theatre parking lot. Registration is $15 before March 13 and $20 after

March 27: Children's Spring Tennis Lessons Registration Deadline - Session 1

March 27: Golf (ages 5-7) Registration Deadline

March 30-31/Apr 1-3:: Spring Day Camp $45/half week and $64/whole week. Campers need to bring a sack lunch. Breakfast is available for $1/day. Morning and afternoon snacks provided.

April 3 7:00 PM: Family Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt - (Moreland Park) When the sun goes down the fun begins - searching for the golden egg. Families required to bring at least one flashlight and parents must accompany children 10 and under

Owensboro Sportscenter

Bison’s Game Admission Prices

General Adm child under 12: $6.00

General Adm Student/Military/Senior w/ ID: $10.00

General Adm Adult: $12.00

March 5 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Blazers

March 7 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs. Knoxville

March 8 2:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Wild

March 20 6:30 PM: Elevation 2009 - Charlie Hall with guest speaker Robbie Robison $20 (whole weekend)

March 21 10:30 AM: Elevation 2009 - Giveaways, workshops, free pizza, Kaleb Scharmahorn $20 (whole weekend)

Ramada Inn (Henderson)

March 7, 11:00 AM: 2nd Annual Runway Red benefiting Matthew 25 AIDS Services - lunch, door prizes, fashion show. Tickets $20/person or $170 for a table of ten

River Park Center

March 6, 9:00 AM: ATK/OSO - Beethoven Reviews Core Content

March 6, 11:00 AM: ATK/OSO - Beethoven Reviews Core Content

March 7, 7:30 PM :OSO - The Splendor of Vienna - Featuring Beethoven's Symphony No.6, Mozart's Violin Concerto and Mendelssohn's Midsummer’s Night Dream Overture by violinist Elina Vahalla.

March 12, 12:00 PM: Athena Awards

March 17, 7:00 PM: Third Tuesday Writer's Coffeehouse - Writing, music and humor FREE

March 20, 9:00 AM: ATK/ODT - In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky

March 20, 11:00 AM: ATK/ODT - In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky

March 21, 7:00 PM: ODT In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky

March 24, 7:00 PM: Truth, Hope and Love Tour

March 27, 6:00 PM: Classic Film Club Series

March 31, 7:00 PM: The Pajama Game - Broadway at RPC. This Tony Award-winning musical classic features such popular hits as "Steam Heat" and "Fernando's Hideaway"

The Hines Center

March 7, 6:30 PM: The Junior League's Charity Ball Completely Kentucky Dinner - $120 (includes ticket to the Charity ball)

March 7, 9:00 PM: The Junior League's Charity Ball - or more than 40 years, the Junior League of Owensboro's annual Charity Ball has been a "can't miss" event. $60/person

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

March 10, 11:30 AM: Walk and Talk Lunch in the Garden

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DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES:

Ellis Park

(812) 425-1456]
Highway 41 N
Henderson, KY
www.ellisparkracing.com

Haunts of Owensboro

(270) 313-5596

www.hauntsofowensboro.com

Immaculate Church

(270) 314-0128

http://obrdc2.eznetworld.com/etomite0613/index.php?id=54

Int'l Bluegrass Museum

(270) 926-7891

www.bluegrass-museum.org

Jack Fisher Park/Owensboro Parks and Recreation

(270) 687-8700

www.owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Airport

1 Bullfrog Avenue

Owensboro Ice Arena

(812) 687-8720

www.owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

(270) 685-3181

www.omfa.us

Owensboro Museum of

Science & History

(270) 687-2732

www.owensboromuseum.com

Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

(270) 684-0661

www.owensborosymphony.org

Owensboro Sports Center

(270) 687-8330

www.owensborosportscenter.org

Ramada Inn (Henderson)

(270) 826-6600

Riverpark Center

(270) 687-2770

www.riverparkcenter.org

Hines Center

(270) 729-3030

www.thehinescenter.com

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

(270) 852-8925

wkbg.org

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:20:11 GMT

Audubon Mill Park

Feb 8 2:00 PM: Identifying Wintertime Backyard Birds

Feb 13: Adult Artists Retreats

Feb 13-16 8:00 AM: Great Backyard Bird Count

Feb 19-28: "The Passion of Pastels" art exhibit - Enjoy the brilliance of color, and softness in the works of art by artists Iris Genty, Jan Frazier and Lynn Buckman. The techniques and styles of the various artists makes for a beautiful palette of designs and color.

Feb 21: Margaret Garner: Death before Slavery - Portrayed

Equals Bar

Feb 26-28 9:00 PM: The Merely Players presents The Vagina Monologues and The V-Day Project; Tickets $5.00 each 21 and over only

Int'l Bluegrass Museum

EVERY SATURDAY: The International Bluegrass Music Museum's Saturday Lessons

Owensboro Ice Arena

Fridays: Public Skate

Saturdays: Public Skate

Sundays: Public Skate

2nd Saturday of Each Month: Dollar Night at 7-10 PM

$1 Admission

$1 Skate Rental

$1 Drinks and Popcorn

Feb 14 1:00 PM: Valentine's Sweetheart Skate - Buy one admission for $2.50 and get one Free (skate rental not included) Bring college ID

Feb 16 1:00 PM: Special Session - Admission $2.50

Feb 20 1:00 PM: 80's Night (Admission is only $2.50 if you dress in 80s garb)

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

Feb 1-28: Regional Treasures: A Celebration of the Cultural Heritage of Northwest Kentucky

Owensboro Sportscenter

Feb 1 2:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons - Basketball

Feb 21 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons - Basketball

River Park Center

Feb 7 2:00 PM: Missoula Children's Theatre - The Little Mermaid. Local children participate in a touring production. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and children.

Feb 7: 7:00 PM: Lincoln in the Land of Bluegrass - A true collaborative effort bringing together nearly 300 students from the museum’s “Bluegrass in the Schools” program, Foust Elementary School’s African American Dance Troupe, Barry Lanham's clogging troupe, Randy Lanham’s bluegrass band, TWO’s extensive theatrical experience and the Bluegrass Museum’s historical knowledge. You are guaranteed to thoroughly enjoy this unique musical celebration! Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students and are available

Feb 17 7:00 PM: Third Tuesday Writer's Coffeehouse - Writing, music and humor FREE

Feb 18:Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Feb 20 6:00 PM: Classic Film Club Series - Viewer's Choice

The Hines Center

Feb 7 9:30 AM: The Polar Bear Plunge - fundraiser for Special Olympics of KY; Raise $75 in pledges and you can jump into a freezing lake. Registration deadline is Jan. 6 www.soky.org for more info

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro

Feb 6-7 7:30 PM:Art, A Seriocomedy By Yasmina Reza; Directed by Anne Welsh (Tickets $10-$15)

Feb 13-15 7:30 PM:Art, A Seriocomedy By Yasmina Reza; Directed by Anne Welsh (Tickets $10-$15)

Feb 20-21 7:30 PM:Art, A Seriocomedy By Yasmina Reza; Directed by Anne Welsh (Tickets $10-$15)

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Audubon State Park

(270) 827-1893

parks.ky.gov

Equals Bar

(270) 313-9738

www.equalsbar.com

Int'l Bluegrass Museum

270-926-7891

www.bluegrass-museum.org

Owensboro Ice Arena

(270) 687-8720

www.owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

270-685-3181

www.omfa.us

Owensboro Sports Center

(270) 687-8330

www.owensborosportscenter.org

Riverpark Center

(270) 687-2770

www.riverparkcenter.org

Hines Center

(270) 729-3030

www.thehinescenter.com

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro

(270) 683-5003

www.theatreworkshop.org

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 11:09:46 GMT

ARTS & ETC.

Int'l Bluegrass Museum 270-926-7891

Jan 1-31:Bluegrass Time Exhibit - Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman

Legion Park

Jan 1-4: Holiday in the Park - Stroll through the park and you will surely become filled with the holiday spirit. Giant elves, trees, toys and figures, not to mention Santa in his sleigh, line Legion’s half-mile walking path. This year the park will come alive as your favorite structures dace to holiday music.

Owensboro Ice Arena

Fridays: 7:00 PM Public Skate

Saturdays: 1:00 & 7:00 PM Public Skate

Sundays: 1:00 PM Public Skate

Jan 1-2 1:00 PM: Public Skate

Jan 10 7:00 PM: Dollar Night

Jan 19 1:00 PM: Public Skate

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181

Jan 1-31 :Exhibit: Regional - celebrates the cultural heritage of Western Kentucky through more than 200 works of art and artifacts

Owensboro Museum of Science & History 270-687-2732.

Jan 1-4:Robotics Exhibit - Visitors learn about robots hands on

Jan 5 9:30 AM: Members' Monday Morning - Crystal Painting

Color your own picture then coat it with a clear liquid...when it dries you'll see a crystal masterpiece.

Jan 12 9:30 AM: Members' Monday Morning - Finger Painting

An Old Time Fun Activity!

Jan 19 9:30 AM: Members' Monday Morning - Is It Spring Yet!

No, not yet. You can make some beautiful tissue paper flowers to make it seem a bit warmer outside.

Jan 26 9:30 AM: Members' Monday Morning - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Make a Freedom Quilt and hear the story "Follow The Drinking Gourd"

Owensboro Sportscenter 270-687-8330

Jan 8 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons host the Nashville Broncs - Basketball

Jan 15 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons host the Kansas City Spartans - Basketball

Jan 25 2:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons host the Cleveland Rockers - Basketball

Jan 31 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons host the Atlanta Vision - Basketball Tickets $12

Panther Creek Park 270-685-6142

Jan 1-4:Christmas at Panther Creek - An outdoor driving lighted tour with 250,000+ lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3.00 charge per carload.

River Park Center 270-687-2770

Jan 1-4 4:00 PM:Winter Wonderland - Enormous Christmas tree, outdoor skating rink, giant movie screen with holiday movies, refreshments, caroling, children’s rides, sleigh rides and visits from Santa. Check the RiverPark website for daily schedule

Jan 16 9:00 AM: ATK - Four Score & Seven Years Ago

Jan 16 11:30 AM: ATK: Four Score & Seven Years Ago

Jan 16 6:00 PM :Classic Film Club Series: The Last Picture Show

Jan 17 2:00 PM: All District Band Concert 2009

Jan 20 7:00 PM: Third Tuesday Writer's Coffeehouse - Writing, music and humor FREE

Jan 24 7:30 PM: Owensboro Symphony Orchestra Latin Fiesta

Jan 26 9:00 AM: ATK - Freedom Train

Jan 26 11:30 AM: ATK - Freedom Train

YMCA (270) 663-0359

Jan 1 1:00 PM: YMCA Open House

Arts Guide

Misc. — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:39:02 GMT

ART & EXHIBITIONS

• Thru Jan 4, 2009: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Robotics Exhibit. Visitors learn about robots hands on. 10 am

• Thru Jun, 2009: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Bluegrass Time. Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman.

Opening November 28th, Winter WOnderland boasts winter fun for the entire family! Enjoy an outdoor skating rink, enormous Christmas tree and more. Continues through December 31st.

MUSIC & FESTIVALS

• Nov 8: Downtown Owensboro – Annual Veterans Day Parade. Honors vets with units from area veterans groups, local school bands, military units, and other local organizations. 2pm

• Nov 8: RiverPark Center – Owensboro Symphony Italian Night. UK Opera Theatre brings Puccini’s La Bohème to stage. 7:30-9:30pm

THEATRE & FILM

• Nov 1-2, 7-8: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – The Woman in Black. An eerie English ghost story about a lawyer who hires an actor to help recreate the events of a dark & stormy night on the moors. 7:30-9:30pm

• Nov 21: RiverPark Center – Classic Film Club Series. Classic film screening. Call 687-2770 for more. 6pm

LIBRARY EVENTS

• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Storytime! Bring children ages 5 and under to hear stories, sing songs, create crafts, play games, and learn early social interaction skills. 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

• Wednesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Storybook Art! Bring budding artists ages 3-5 as they learn to create artwork in the styles of master illustrators, with art books as inspiration. 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

• Nov 1-2: Mid America Jet – Talents of Gold. Christmas folk art, home decor, crafts, gifts and much more. Call 929-8466 for more. 9am

• Nov 8: RiverPark Center – Alma Randolph Concert. Alma Randolph and guests perform holiday music to benefit children's charity. 7pm

• Nov 21, 28: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – 32 Annual Holiday Forest. 10am

• Nov 22: Downtown Owensboro – 72^nd Annual Christmas Parade. 4:30p

• Nov 28-Dec 31: Legion Park – Holiday in the Park. Walking holiday light display. Call 687-8700 for more. 10am

• Nov 28-Dec 31: RiverPark Center – Winter Wonderland. Enormous Christmas tree, outdoor skating rink, giant movie screen with holiday movies, refreshments, caroling, children's rides, sleigh rides and visits from Santa. Check the RiverPark website for daily schedule. 4pm

• Nov 28-Dec 31: Panther Creek Park – Christmas at Panther Creek. 250,000+ lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3 per carload. 6-9:30p

SPORTS

• Nov 14-16: Waymond Morris Park – King of the Hill Football Tournament. 9a Call 926-1100 for more.

• Nov 28-30: Waymond Morris Park – Kentucky Cup Football Tournament. 9a Call 926-1100 for more.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Nov 1: Elmwood Cemetery – Voices of Elmwood Cemetery. Take a hayride thru historic sections of Elmwood Cemetery as local actors portray figures from Daviess County's past. All profits go to a fund to aid in the restoration of monuments damaged in 2001 Tornado. $10 6pm

• Nov 15: RiverPark Center – Ohio River Visions Conference. One-day conference about Ohio River and its importance to culture, environment, and economy of our region. 9am

• Nov 15: English Park – Orsanco Floating Classroom Open House. Visit science classroom housed aboard an authentic sternwheel paddleboat and study organisms that inhabit the Ohio River. 11am

• Nov 15: RiverPark Center – Third Tuesday Writer’s Coffeehouse. Writers, music and humor. FREE. Call 686-4203 for more. 7pm

We’ll publish your event for FREE. Just send notice by the 15^th of the month prior to the month of your event to brad@news-4u.com or fax toll-free to 866-463-9748. Please include “for arts guide” in your submission.

DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES

• Daviess County Public Library

www.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

• Diamond Lake Resort

www.diamondlakeresort.net [229-4900]

• International Bluegrass Music Museum (IBMM)

www.riverofmusic.org [926-7891]

• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

www.omfa.us [685-3181]

• Owensboro Museum of Science and History

www.owensboromuseum.com [687-2732]

• Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

www.owensborosymphony.org [684-0661]

• RiverPark Center

www.riverparkcenter.org [687-2770]

• Theatre Workshop of Owensboro (Box Office)

www.theatreworkshop.org [683-5333]

• Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

wkbg.org [852-8925]

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PHOTO | MARK MCCOY

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:49:13 GMT

DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES

• Daviess County Public Library

www.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

• Diamond Lake Resort

www.diamondlakeresort.net [229-4900]

• International Bluegrass Music Museum (IBMM)

www.riverofmusic.org [926-7891]

• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

www.omfa.us [685-3181]

• Owensboro Museum of Science and History

www.owensboromuseum.com [687-2732]

• Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

www.owensborosymphony.org [684-0661]

• RiverPark Center

www.riverparkcenter.org [687-2770]

• Theatre Workshop of Owensboro (Box Office)

www.theatreworkshop.org [683-5333]

• Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

wkbg.org [852-8925]

ART & EXHIBITIONS

• Oct 27: RiverPark Center – Fine Arts Fair. A celebration of fine art.

• Thru Oct 12: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Kentucky Masters. Exhibit featuring works of Kentucky artists.

• Thru Jan 4, 2009: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Robotics Exhibit. Visitors learn about robots hands on. 10 a.m.

• Thru Jun, 2009: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Bluegrass Time. Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman.

MUSIC & FESTIVALS

• Oct 4-5: Show Grounds on Karns Grove Rd. – 22 Annual Farm Festival. Antique tractors, cars, and trucks, tractor pulls, flea market, and rides. 9 a.m. Call 649-9642 for more.

• Oct 4: RiverPark Center – Owensboro Symphony Orchestra. Opening night performance with Russian pianist Vassily Primakov playing Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and other selections. 7:30 p.m.

• Oct 4: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Bluegrass and the Bugs. Riverbottom Bluegrass Band performs. 3-5 p.m.

• Oct 18-19: Reid’s Orchard – Reid’s Orchard Apple Festival. Food vendors, carnival rides, arts and crafts, petting zoo and hay rides. Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 12-6 p.m. Call 685-2444 for more.

• Oct 26: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Migration of the Bugs: Buggiest of All Halloweens. Doc Harris performs DJ duties. 3-6 p.m.

THEATRE & FILM

• Oct 16: RiverPark Center – To Catch a Thief (1955). Alfred Hitchcock film starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. $10 adults.

• Oct 16: RiverPark Center – Oliver! Family musical about Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist character.

• Oct 24-25, 31: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – The Woman in Black. An eerie English ghost story about a lawyer who hires an actor to help recreate the events of a dark & stormy night on the moors. 7:30 p.m.

• Oct 25: RiverPark Center – Florence Henderson in All the Lives of Me. Actress who played Carol Brady in The Brady Bunch brings her one-woman play to RiverPark Center. $39.50 for meet and greet tickets; $29.50 regular.

LIBRARY EVENTS

• Oct 3-5: Daviess Co. Public Library – Friends of the Public Library Annual Book Sale. Friday 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. Sunday’s sale is a book by the bag sale!

• Oct 23, 30: Daviess Co. Public Library – 20/20 Book Club. Adults only book club discusses I Am Legend by Richard Matheson. Copies available at second floor service desk. 6-7 p.m.

SPORTS

• Oct 5, 12, 19, 26: Windy Hollow Speedway – Racing. Every Sunday. Gates open 4 p.m.; races start 6 p.m.

• Oct 11-12: Jack C. Fisher Park – BPA Baseball Tournament. 8 a.m.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Oct 3-5: U.S. Hwy 60 – Highway 60 Yard Sale. From Crittenden to Mead County, Hwy 60 becomes one continuous yard sale. 7 a.m. Visit Highway60yardsale.com for more.

• Oct 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31: 700 W. 2^nd St. – Slaughter on 2^nd Street. Haunted house. Open every weekend thru Halloween. 7 p.m. $10

• Oct 4: Moreland Park – 11^th Annual Buddy Walk. Down syndrome benefit. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call 771-4945 for more.

• Oct 4: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Super Scary Saturday. Hear scary folklore about the tri-state region. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

• Oct 5: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Mark Twain Among the Insect. Presentation by Robert Valentine in conjunction with the Big Bugs Exhibit. $5 for adults, $4 for children & seniors, and $14 for families of 4 or more. 3 p.m.

• Oct 6: RiverPark Center – Taste of Owensboro. Area food and beverage vendors let you sample their creations. 6 p.m.

• Oct 10-11, 17-18, 24-25: Diamond Lake Resort – 4^th Annual Boo-Fest. Haunted hay ride on Friday nights, and pumpkin painting, games, crafts and scavenger hunts on Saturdays. Kid-friendly hayrides during the day on Saturdays. Opens 11 a.m.

• Oct 11: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Super Scary Saturday. Keith Age of the Louisville Ghost Hunters Society and Sci-Fi Channel discusses paranormal research. 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. $3

• Oct 13: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Fall Bingo. Ages 2-7. 9:30-10:30

• Oct 18: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Super Scary Saturday. Award winning storyteller Mary Hamilton tells spooky tales spooky tales of ghosts and goblins. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $3

• Oct 18: Hines Wellness Center – Men Who Cook. Competition of local chefs. 7 p.m. Call 686-8401 for more.

• Oct 19: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Dance of the Taranchula. The Rakadu Gypsy Dance Company do the "Dance of The Tarantula." 3-5 p.m.

• Oct 20: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Magic Color Bookmarks. Ages 2-7 scratch designs in bookmarks. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Oct 21: RiverPark Center – Third Tuesday Writer’s Coffeehouse. Writing, music, and humor. FREE. 7 p.m.

• Oct 27: Owensboro Museum of Science and History – Wear a Costume or Make a Mask. Ages 2-7 make masks and wear costumes. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Oct 31: Towne Square Mall – Trick or Treat at the Mall. 5 p.m.

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Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:22:10 GMT

ART & EXHIBITIONS

• Sept 1, 3-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27, 30: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – David Rogers’ Big Bugs. Giant bug sculptures created with found materials.

• Continuing thru October 12: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Kentucky Masters. Exhibit featuring works of Kentucky artists.

• Continuing thru June 2009: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Bluegrass Time. Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman.

MUSIC & FESTIVALS

• Sept 12-14: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Monroe Style Mandolin Camp. Take a camping trip and learn Monroe style mandolin from the best players around in the place where it all started, Rosine, KY. Visit www.riverofmusic.org for more.

• Sept 13: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Monroe Style Mandolin Camp Concert. Concert featuring all 5 instructors, including former Blue Grass Boy, Tom Ewing. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Visit www.riverofmusic.org for more.

• Sept 26-27: Diamond Lake Resort – 3^rd Annual Grillin’ and Chillin’ BBQ Cook-Off. 48 BBQ cooking teams from around the U.S. compete for $10,000 grand prize. Call 929-4177 to compete.

• Sept 26-28: Sportscenter – 6th Annual Owensboro PumpkinFest. Family festival with rides, games, food, contests, pumpkin related events and live entertainment. 4 p.m.

• Sept 26: Boiler Room Bar – Trey Day

Live entertainment with Detail and DJ, corn hole tournament, food, prizes, silent auction and more to benefit Trey Mauzy and his fight to gain vision.

THEATRE

• Sept 5-7, 12-13: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – All in the Timing. Six one-act comedies by David Ives.

• Sept 26: RiverPark Center – Frost/Nixon. Off Broadway production starring Stacy Keach as Richard Nixon.

LIBRARY EVENTS

• Sept 25: Daviess Co. Public Library – 20/20 Book Club. 6-7 p.m. Adults only book club discusses The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Copies available at second floor service desk.

SPORTS

• Sept 7, 14, 21, 28: Windy Hollow Speedway – Racing. Every Sunday. Gates open 4 p.m.; races start 6 p.m.

• Sept 12-14: Jack C. Fisher Park – NSC Class C World Series. 8 a.m.

• Sept 19-21: Jack C. Fisher Park – Corporate Challenge Softball. 10 a.m.

• Sept 26-28: Jack C. Fisher Park – BPA Baseball Tournament. 8 a.m.

• Sept 26-28: Moreland Park – Moreland Park Junior Classic. Tennis tournament. 9 a.m.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Sept 1: Sportscenter – 2008 Owensboro Labor Council Labor Day Picnic. Annual picnic to honor all workers. 11:30 a.m.

• Sept 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27: Downtown Owensboro – Haunts of Owensboro. 8 – 9:30 p.m. take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro’s reputedly haunted buildings. Call 313-5596 for reservations.

• Sept 6: Wendell Foster Campus – Coming to Our Senses. Benefit dinner for developmental disabilities. 6 p.m.

• Sept 7: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Bug-In Big Beetle Cruise-In. VW Beetle owners invited to bring their cars to show off. 1-6 p.m.

• Sept 7: Mount St. Joseph – Barbecue Picnic. Call 229-2007 for details. 11 a.m.

• Sept 8: Owensboro Museum – Fruit Printing. Members ages 2-7 explore the textures and insides of foods and create fruit and vegetable prints. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Sept 13: Owensboro Museum – The Benevolent Bee. Carol Mark of Green Valley Beekeepers discusses bees’ importance to food chain. 10:30 a.m. Members FREE children under 2 FREE, all others $3.

• Sept 14: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – March of the Scarecrows. Community organizations and schools design Scarecrows to be judged and be on display. 2:30-4:40 p.m.

• Sept 15: Owensboro Museum – Stone Soup. Members ages 2-7 be an actor or actress for a production of Stone Soup. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Sept 20: Champion Ford (140 Southtown Blvd) – Mustang Roundup. Shriner clowns, Domino's Pizza, door prizes, silent auction, 50/50, snacks, drinks, DJ, t-shirts, and Mustangs. 8 a.m. Call 315-9026 for more.

• Sept 20: St. Stephen Cathedral – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 12 a.m.

• Sept 21: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Dancing with Your Favorite Lady Bug. Owensboro Dance Theatre dance their colorful routines. 4-6 p.m.

• Sept 22: Owensboro Museum – OOBLECK. Members ages 2-7 explore different states of matter with corn starch, water, and food coloring. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Sept 24: Towne Square Mall – Senior Day Out. Informational and entertainment venue for senior citizens. 8 a.m. Call 683-4545 for more.

• Sept 27: Immaculate Parish Hall – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 3 p.m.

• Sept 28: St. Mary of the Woods Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 11 a.m.

• Sept 28: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Lacucaracha & More. DJ Mich Jeffries weaves together a bug-themed musical setlist.

• Sept 29: Owensboro Museum – Birds and Rabbits and Snakes, Oh My! Members ages 2-7 see and learn about these animals. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES

• Daviess County Public Library

www.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

• Diamond Lake Resort

www.diamondlakeresort.net [229-4900]

• International Bluegrass Music Museum (IBMM)

www.riverofmusic.org [926-7891]

• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

www.omfa.us [685-3181]

• Owensboro Museum of Science and History

www.owensboromuseum.com [687-2732]

• Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

www.owensborosymphony.org [684-0661]

• RiverPark Center

www.riverparkcenter.org [687-2770]

• Theatre Workshop of Owensboro (Box Office)

www.theatreworkshop.org [683-5333]

• Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

wkbg.org [852-8925]

Art's Guide

Misc. — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:56:36 GMT

ART & EXHIBITIONS

• Aug 5, 8-9, 16-17, 23-24, 30-31: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – David Rogers’ Big Bugs. Giant bug sculptures created with found materials.

• Continuing thru October 12: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Kentucky Masters. Exhibit featuring works of Kentucky artists.

• Continuing thru June 2009: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Bluegrass Time. Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman.

MUSIC & FESTIVALS

• Aug 1: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. FREE live music by Dangerous Jim and the Slims starts at 6:30 p.m. Bicycle and Big Wheel Race street fair. Special event includes three gospel music bands at Cannon Hall at 7 p.m.

• Aug 1: Mitch McConnell Plaza – Sprint Sunset Series. FREE live music from 9 p.m. ‘til 12:30 a.m. Plaza opens 8 p.m. for food and beverage service. All ages. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

• Aug 3: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Invasion of the Bugs. Opening Day parade and celebration with David Rogers’ Big Bug Sculpture Show. Tumblers, clowns, children’s musical groups, and music by RiverBottom Bluegrass Band and Owensboro Community Band. 2:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

• Aug 8: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. FREE live music by Jayne Bond & the Pink Martinis starts at 6:30 p.m. Sandcastle Contest on the riverfront.

• Aug 8: Mitch McConnell Plaza – Sprint Sunset Series. FREE live music by Stompbox 40 from 9 p.m. ‘til 12:30 a.m. Plaza opens 8 p.m. for food and beverage service. All ages. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

• Aug 15-16: Diamond Lake Resort – 2nd Annual Street Legends. 4-10 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. Classic Car Show with prizes, crafts, swap meets, and live entertainment. $15 to enter.

• Aug 15: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. FREE live music by Bonepony starts at 6:30 p.m. Chalk Drawing Contest street activity.

• Aug 15: Mitch McConnell Plaza – Sprint Sunset Series. FREE live music by Winds of Thor (Led Zeppelin Tribute) from 9 p.m. ‘til 12:30 a.m. Plaza opens 8 p.m. for food and beverage service. All ages. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

• Aug 16: First Presbyterian Church Lawn – Multi-Cultural Festival. A mix of cultures comes together to broaden our horizons through dancing, music, ethnic fashions, food arts and more. Starts 10 a.m.

• Aug 16: Kentucky Wesleyan College – Concert on the Lawn. FREE performance of Owensboro Symphony will also feature Music of the Beatles by The Rewinders. Activities and games at 3 p.m. Picnic at 5 p.m. Concert at 7 p.m.

• Aug 22: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. FREE live music by Parrots of the Caribbean – A Salute to Jimmy Buffett starts at 6:30 p.m. Agricultural street fair by FFA.

• Aug 22: Mitch McConnell Plaza – Sprint Sunset Series. FREE live music by The Beat Daddys from 9 p.m. ‘til 12:30 a.m. Plaza opens 8 p.m. for food and beverage service. All ages. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

• Aug 29: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. FREE live music by V-Groove starts at 6:30 p.m. Plus 3^rd Annual Chili Cook Off. Special event includes three gospel music bands at Cannon Hall at 7 p.m.

• Aug 29: Mitch McConnell Plaza – Sprint Sunset Series. FREE live music by The Velvet Bombers from 9 p.m. ‘til 12:30 a.m. Plaza opens 8 p.m. for food and beverage service. All ages. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

• Aug 30: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – The WannaBeatles Band. Nashville band performs Beatles songs. 5 p.m.

THEATRE

• Aug 1-2: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – God’s Favorite. August youth production.

• Aug 17: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Odd Hopper’s Opera. TWO performs.

• Aug 24: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – The Caterpillar Crawl. Squallis Puppeteers, who make their own puppets and write their own plays set to original music, perform.

• Aug 29-30: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – All in the Timing. Six one-act comedies by David Ives.

LIBRARY EVENTS

• Tuesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Teen Game Days. Come to the Public Lounge every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30 to 6:00 this summer for video games.

• Wednesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Catch the Reading Bug Activities. Kids 12 and under hear readings on a theme and create fun and unusual objects relating to the stories they hear. Choose from a 2 p.m., 3 p.m., or 4 p.m. session. Some events have prizes!

SPORTS

• Aug 1-3: Jack C. Fisher Park – ASA Girls 16 & Under Fastpitch National Championship. 8 a.m.

• Aug 1-3: TBA – Kitty League Baseball Playoffs. Check Oilers website for details: www.owensborooilers.com.

• Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Windy Hollow Speedway – Racing. Every Sunday. Gates open 4 p.m.; races start 6 p.m.

• Aug 16-17: Jack C. Fisher Park – KY State ASA Co-Ed Slow Pitch State Championship. 8 a.m.

• Aug 22-24: Jack C. Fisher Park – BPA Baseball Tournament. 8 a.m.

• Aug 24: Moreland Park – Moreland Park Junior Open. Tennis Tournament begins at 9 a.m.

• Aug 28-30: Jack C. Fisher Park – Ky State ASA Men's Class E Slow Pitch State Championship. 8 a.m.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Aug 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30: Downtown Owensboro – Haunts of Owensboro. 8 – 9:30 p.m. take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro’s reputedly haunted buildings. Call 313-5596 for reservations.

• Aug 2: Owensboro Community and Technical College – Summer Sizzlin' Car Show. Raffle, Door Prizes, 50/50 pot, model car show and activities for kids. Awards offered for different classes of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Call 298-7694 for details.

• Aug 2: Diamond Lake Resort – Water Wars. Bring super-soakers and join the Water War. Anyone inside the park is fair game! Starts 10 a.m.

• Aug 2: Yellow Creek Park – Tri-State Thunderbird Club Cruise-In. Rain or shine, classic cars on display, plus door prizes, hospitality tent, 50/50 drawing. Open to all cars & trucks.

• Aug 2: Blessed Sacrament Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 11:30 a.m.

• Aug 3: St. Anthony Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 4 p.m.

• Aug 3: RiverPark Center – Summer Movies on the River. FREE outdoor family movies series: Open Season. 8:45 p.m.

• Aug 5: St. Martin Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 5 p.m.

• Aug 10: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Picnicking with the Bugs. An Insect Dinner presented by the Owensboro Museum of Science & History. 5 p.m.

• Aug 23: Blessed Mother Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. 4 p.m.

• Aug 30: Diamond Lake Resort –Hawaiian Luau. Celebrate Labor Day weekend in Hawaiian fashion with roast pig feast, limbo, hula-hoop, and scavenger hunt contests.

• Aug 31: Western Kentucky Botanical Garden – Where & What Are the Water Bugs? Presentation by Extension Entomologist of UK Blake Newton.

• Aug 31: RiverPark Center – Summer Movies on the River. FREE outdoor family movies series: High School Musical 2. 8:45 p.m.

DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES

• Daviess County Public Library

www.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

• Diamond Lake Resort

www.diamondlakeresort.net [229-4900]

• International Bluegrass Music Museum (IBMM)

www.riverofmusic.org [926-7891]

• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

www.omfa.us [685-3181]

• Owensboro Museum of Science and History

www.owensboromuseum.com [687-2732]

• Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

www.owensborosymphony.org [684-0661]

• RiverPark Center

www.riverparkcenter.org [687-2770]

• Theatre Workshop of Owensboro (Box Office)

www.theatreworkshop.org [683-5333]

• Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

wkbg.org [852-8925]

Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:14:17 GMT

ART & EXHIBITIONS

• July 26: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Grand Opening of Ryan Park. Museum’s new park will open including an unveiling of a new bronze buffalo statue.

• July 28-October 12: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Kentucky Masters. Exhibit featuring works of Kentucky artists.

• June ‘08-June ‘09: International Bluegrass Music Museum –Bluegrass Time. Photographs from folk and bluegrass musician, archivist and photographer Phil Zimmerman.

• Continuing thru July 6: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – A Tribute to Joe Downing. An exhibition in celebration of a life and works by the late Kentucky expatriate painter, Joseph Dudley Downing. Features more than 50 works by the artist.

• Continuing thru July 6: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Thirty Years of Great Art: The Three Dimensional Collection. Three-dimensional objects from the museum’s permanent collection in celebration of the museum’s 30^th Anniversary Season.

MUSIC & FESTIVALS

• July 3: Panther Creek Park – Family Freedom Fireworks Festival. Celebrate nation’s birthday with fireworks and other activities. 6 p.m.

• July 4: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. Music by Black Widow, and a patriotic street fair. 5:30 p.m.

• July 4: English Park – A Celebration of the American Spirit. 7 p.m. Owensboro Symphony Orchestra performs patriotic songs to fireworks display.

• July 11: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. Music by 8 Track Factory, with gospel music by Firm Foundation, Gospel Sounds, and Living By Faith. Street fair activities include food safety, cookie decorating, and antique motorcycles. 5:30 p.m.

• July 14-29: Daviess Co. Fairgrounds – Daviess Co. Lions Club Fair. Family fun, rides, food, and tractor pulls.

• July 18: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. Music featuring The Jimmy Church Band; gospel music by Southlanders Quartet, Mission of Love Trio, and His Praise; street fair includes a dog parade. 5:30 p.m.

• July 25: RiverPark Center – Friday After Five. Music featuring Brat Pack; street fair includes “going green” theme. 5:30 p.m.

LIBRARY EVENTS

• July 10: Daviess County Public Library –Guitar Hero III Tournament. Tournament for the popular music videogame.

• July 15: Daviess County Public Library –“Meet the Author” Leigh Ann Florence. Get tickets starting two weeks before the event. Two times to choose from: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

• July 17: Daviess County Public Library –“Book Discussion” Twilight. Pre-register and pick up your copy of the book at library to join the discussion. Time: 4-6 p.m. Ages 13-17 only.

• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Storytime! Bring children ages 5 and under to hear stories, sing songs, create crafts, play games, and learn early social interaction skills. 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

• Tuesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Teen Game Days. Come to the Public Lounge every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30 to 6:00 this summer for video games.

• Wednesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Storybook Art! Bring budding artists ages 3-5 as they learn to create artwork in the styles of master illustrators, with art books as inspiration. 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

• Wednesdays: Daviess Co. Public Library – Catch the Reading Bug Activities. Kids 12 and under hear readings on a theme and create fun and unusual objects relating to the stories they hear. Choose from a 2 p.m., 3 p.m., or 4 p.m. session. Some events have prizes!

SPORTS

• July 1: Chautauqua Park – Fulton Railroaders at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 3-4: Chautauqua Park – Tradewater Priates at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 4-6: Jack C. Fisher Park – NSA Fast Pitch State Championship. 8 a.m.

• July 6, 13, 20, 27: Windy Hollow Speedway – Racing. Every Sunday. Gates open 4 p.m.; races start 6 p.m.

• July 6: Chautauqua Park – Marion Bobcats at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 7-9: Chautauqua Park – Farmington Firbirds at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 10-12: Chautauqua Park – Fulton Railroaders at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 11-13: Jack C. Fisher Park – BPA State Baseball Championship. 8 a.m.

• July 14-16: Chautauqua Park – Union City Greyhounds at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 17-19: Chautauqua Park – Tradewater Priates at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 18-20: Jack C. Fisher Park – ASA Fast Pitch State Championship. 8 a.m.

• July 18: Kendall-Perkins Park – 35^th Annual Dust Bowl. Outdoor basketball tourney. 10 a.m.

• July 19-20: Diamond Lake – Owensboro Grand Prix Go Cart Racing. 100 drivers will race at speeds reaching 95 MPH. Starts at 11 a.m.

• July 19: Kentucky Wesleyan College – Hilliard Lyons Health & Fitness Classic. Fitness expo. 3 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.

• July 23-25: Chautauqua Park – Farmington Firbirds at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 23-27: Jack C. Fisher Park – BPA 8-12 Year Old Baseball Championship. 8 a.m.

• July 26-28: Chautauqua Park – Union City Greyhounds at Owensboro Oilers. Kitty League baseball. 7 p.m.

• July 27-August 3: Jack C. Fisher Park – ASA Girls 16 & Under Fastpitch National Championship. 8 a.m.

• July 28-August 3: TBA – Kitty League Baseball Playoffs. Check Oilers website for details: www.owensborooilers.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

• July 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26: Downtown Owensboro – Haunts of Owensboro. 8 – 9:30 p.m. Take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro’s reputedly haunted buildings. Call 313-5596 for reservations.

• July 4: Diamond Lake – Freedom Bash. 10 p.m. Scavanger hunts, patriotic vehicle and campsite decorating contests culminating in a patriotic parade and fireworks.

• July 11-12: Daviess Co. High School – Miss Teen Daviess Co. Pageant.

• July 13: RiverPark Center – Summer Movies on the River. FREE outdoor family movies series. Alvin & the Chipmunks at 8:45 p.m.

• July 19: St. Peter of Alcantara Parish – Barbecue Picnic. Call 926-1100 for details. Starts at 4 p.m.

• July 20: Brescia University – Greening Western KY Expo. Expo on energy, recycling and the environment.

_______________________________________________________

DIRECTORY OF KEY VENUES

• Daviess County Public Library

www.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

• International Bluegrass Music Museum (IBMM)

www.riverofmusic.org [926-7891]

• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

www.omfa.us [685-3181]

• Owensboro Museum of Science and History

www.owensboromuseum.com [687-2732]

• Owensboro Symphony Orchestra

www.owensborosymphony.org [684-0661]

• RiverPark Center

www.riverparkcenter.org [687-2770]

• Theatre Workshop of Owensboro (Box Office)

www.theatreworkshop.org [683-5333]

_______________________________________________________

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Arts & Etc.

Misc. — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 19:19:15 GMT

ART, EXHIBITIONS & TOURS

• Ongoing: International Bluegrass Music Museum – Interactive Hands-On Guided Tours. Instrument demonstrations and teachings, films, short videos, touch-screen exhibits, scavenger hunts and more – all suited for people of all ages. Reservations are required, so book soon at the IBMM at 270-926-7891 or toll free at 888-MY-BANJO. Visit bluegrassmuseum.org for more info.

• Ongoing: Owensboro Museum of Fine Art – Crossroads: Spirituality in American Folk Art. This survey of contemporary art showcasing the diversity of spirituality expressed by American artists and craftsmen working outside the academic tradition. The exhibit examines spiritual beliefs of artists representing Appalachian, Hispanic, and Native American cultures. Phone 685-3181 for more information.

FAMILY

• February 8: Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Madisonville – The Children’s Sleeping Beauty. Presented by the fine team at the Children’s Center for Dance Education in Evansville. The Children’s Sleeping Beauty, an hour-long adaptation of the classic ballet, is designed to engage even the youngest child with the use of bright costumes and lively choreography. This classic fairy tale contains all the elements of a great 19th Century ballet: a helpless heroine, a villain, mysterious magic, and a handsome prince. 270-824-8652 for more info.

FILM

• February 22: RiverPark Center – RPC Film Club presents Hitchcock’s North By Northwest. Interested in cinema? Phone 687-2770 for more information. Begins at 6:45 p.m.

MUSIC

• Thursdays at the International Bluegrass Music Museum – “Bluegrass Jam at the Museum.” Join the pros at the IBMM for an open bluegrass jam, starting at 6 p.m. Call 926-7891 for more information.

THEATRE

• February 1 & 2, 8-10, 15 & 16: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – An Inspector Calls. Just for the New Year and fans of a great mystery, TWO’s February show offers maximum buildup to ultimate payoff. Written by J.B. Priestly. Call 683-5333 for more information about the show or to order tickets.

• February 13: RiverPark Center – Lord of the Dance. Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is a classic tale of good vs. evil based on old Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, the Dark Lord, challenges the Lord of the Dance. It is also a passionate love story that is expressed through dance numbers that transport audiences into a mystical and exhilarating world of intense passion. The action is played out over 21 scenes, on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. Begins at 7 p.m. Phone 687-2770 for more details.

Call 687-2770 for more information.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Weekends: Downtown Owensboro – “Haunts of Owensboro Ghost Walking Tour.” Take a walking tour of some of downtown Owensboro's rumored haunted buildings. This 1 1/2 hour tour will cover some of Owensboro's favorite ghost stories and sightings. Sights include Trinity Center, home of Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, the Area Museum of Science & History, the Daviess County Courthouse, and others. Tours begin and end at the Executive Inn Rivermont. Begins at 8 p.m. Call 313-5596 for reservations.

• February 19: RiverPark Center – Third Tuesday Writer’s Coffeehouse. Music, literature and humor are all hallmarks of this monthly event, now in its 12^th year. Free. Starts at 7 p.m. Call 687-2770 for more information.

• February 19 through 21: RiverPark Center – OPS Fine Arts Festival. Ring 687-2770 for details.

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Arts & Etcetera

News4U — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:19:01 GMT

ART, EXHIBITIONS & TOURS

• Ongoing: Owensboro Museum of Science & History – “Magic: The Science of Illusion.” Some of the most famous magic tricks and illusions in history will happen right before your eyes in this exhibit that’s on loan to the Museum through December 31 from the California Science Center. Call 687-2732 for more information.

FAMILY

• December 15: Yellow Creek Park – Pioneer Village Open House. Re-live the past with demonstrations, arts and crafts and other activities from days long past. Starts at 10 a.m. Call 685-6142 for more information.

• Continuing through January 1: Panther Creek Park – “Christmas At Panther Creek.” This annual celebration of light (over a quarter million of them) attracts thousands to the long and winding roads of the Park; begins at 6 p.m. each night through the New Year. Phone 685-6142 for more information.

• Continuing through January 1: Legion Park – “Holiday in the Park.” Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the lighted walking path through the Park to get into the Christmas spirit. Dial 687-8700 for more info.

MUSIC

• December 9: RiverPark Center – Holiday Pops Concert presented by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra. A tradition in the area, the OSO, along with the help of the talented voices of the Owensboro Symphony Chorus and the Center Chorus, as well as the instruments of the OSO, bring popular Holiday music to the stage at RiverPark. Call 687-ARTS or 684-0661 for more details.

THEATRE

• December 5: RiverPark Center – Hairspray. From the wonderful mind of John Waters, and long-running hit on stage, comes this all-singing and dancing whoop that won nearly ten Tony awards during its run on Broadway. Can a girl with the big hair change the whole world like she dreams of? You’ll only know if you come out for this one-night-only show. Call the RiverPark Center at 687-ARTS for more details.

• December 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 21 & 22: Theatre Workshop of Owensboro – A Christmas Carol. There’s a law on the books somewhere that every Holiday season, local theater companies must produce their version of the Dickens classic, and the TWO is not immune to the edict… and to everyone in the area’s benefit! You have seven chances to see the classic tale of Scrooge, the Ghosts and – you know all the characters, right? Call the Theatre Workshop of Owensboro’s box office at 683-5333 for more information about this or any of the other quality shows they put on.

MISCELLANEOUS

• December 18: RiverPark Center – Third Tuesday Writer’s Coffeehouse. Music, literature and humor are all hallmarks of this monthly event, now in its 11^th year. Free. Starts at 7 p.m. Call 687-2770 for more information.

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Arts, Etc

News4U — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 15:29:39 GMT

ART, EXHIBITIONS & TOURS

FAMILY

• Ongoing: Yellow Creek Park – Pioneer Village Open House. Re-live the past with demonstrations, arts and crafts and other activities from days long past. Continues the last Saturday of each month through November and again on December 15. Starts at 10 a.m. Call 685-6142 for more information.

• November 10: Downtown Owensboro – Veteran’s Day Parade. Honoring local veterans will be area vet groups, school bands, military units and other community organizations. Begins at 2 p.m.

• November 17: Downtown Owensboro – Annual Christmas Parade. Selected in 2004 as one of the Top Ten events in Kentucky and one of the Top Twenty events by the Southeast Tourism Council, this parade is the largest Christmas parade in Kentucky and the tri-state area. 2007 will be the 71^st year for the parade. The theme is “That Magical Christmas Feeling.” Begins at 4:30 p.m.

• November 23 through January 1: Panther Creek Park – “Christmas At Panther Creek.” This annual celebration of light (over a quarter million of them) attracts thousands to the long and winding roads of the Park; begins at 6 p.m. each night through the New Year. Phone 685-6142 for more information.

FILM

• November 2: RiverPark Center – RPC Film Club. Begins at 6:45 p.m. Call 687-2770 for more information.

MUSIC

• This month at Goldie’s Opry House: 11/2: Survivor V Series Show. 11/3: Katie Lynn. 11/9: Survivor V Series Show. 11/10: Travis Estes. 11/16: Survivor V Series Show. 11/17: Natasha Neely. 11/23: Survivor V Series Finals. 11/24: Jon Brennan. 11/30: Goldie’s Christmas Show. All shows begin at 8 p.m. Call 926-0254 for reservations or more information.

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