Adopt-A-Backpacker for the 2010-11 School Year - $80=40 Weeks of Food! Click here for more information about Feeding America - Kentucky's Heartland.
The Farmer's Market at Bradford Square Mall Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday, June 5 through October 30 from 6 AM until 1 PM. Fresh, homegrown fruits, vegetables, and plants. For more information, call Brenda Naylor at 886-0904.
Downtown Farmers Market every Wednesday & Saturday from 7 AM until 1 PM, on the Founders Square parking lot in Hopkinsville. Swap & Shop is a downtown community flea market taking place each Saturday at that location. Cadiz Farmers Market is now open Wednesdays and Saturdays 7 AM until Noon.
More events at the bottom of the page.
Cerulean Springs needs a new concrete floor which will be poured in the near future. Donations are needed to make it happen. You can make donations at the Bank of Cadiz to the Cerulean Springs Hotel Monument Fund or send donations to Wallace Blakely, 136 Nunn Blvd., Cadiz, KY 42211.
Support for families of Fallen Soldiers - Survivor Outreach Services connect you with people who can help you find the right support. Call 798-0277.
In an effort to help parents become active partners in their children's education, Christian County Schools will launch a Parent University program in September. The first class is scheduled for Monday, September 13, from 6 - 7 PM, in the Technology Training Lab at Central Office. The class is limited for 30 participants - to register and for more information, contact Regan Huneycutt at 887-7018.
The Hopkinsville Art Guild is hosting the 40th Annual Pennyroyal Juried Art Exhibit and would like for you to enter! The entry deadline is September 17th. The exhibit will be held at the Hopkinsville Community College from October 4th through October 28th. To obtain an entry form, and for more information, visit www.hopkinsvilleartguild.org.
Become a member of the Trigg County Wildcat Century Club to support the football and boys basketball programs. Your $100 membership gets you a free pass into all football games (except the Wildcat Bowl) and a free pass to all boys basketball games (with the exception of the Christmas Tournament). You will also be invited to a free dinner Thursday, September 2nd, 7 PM, in the Wildcat Diner. Al Baker, former Trigg County Wildcat, UK stand-out, and Professional Football League player will be the guest speaker. See Coach Shannon Burcham, Coach Mike Wright, Dr. Scott Sutherland, Jerry Farris, Coach Jim Wallace, or Coach Rick Chidester for more information, or to be come a member.
Quality Artisans are being sought to exhibit, sell, and demonstrate their original, creative, hand crafted items on Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, for the Lakeland Artisans Guild Fall Fine Art & Craft Show held at I-24, Exit 65 and 68/80 in Cadiz. All work must be hand made/crafted by the exhibitor. To apply for booth space, and for more information, email Lakelandartisanguild@gmail.com. Deadline is October 1.
September
The Pennyroyal Arts Council announces Student Auditions for Singers Grades 5 - 8 to perform with the Nashville Opera's November 11th performances of Hansel & Gretel at the Alhambra Theatre. The Audition will be held at the Alhambra Theatre, Wednesday, September 8, at 4:15 to conclusion at aproximately 6 PM. All students must be in attendance for the entire audition time. Each singer is asked to prepare to sing My Country 'Tis of Thee without accompaniment in a range that is comfortable for their voice. Pre-registration: L&N Depot 887-4295.
September 2, Thursday
RSVP by today for the Give Like A Rock Star -- 2010 United Way Kickoff Breakfast at the War Memorial Building on Wednesday, September 8 - call 886-8171.
5 PM - The 2010-2011 HHS Finance Committee will hold an orginizational meeting in the HHS Library.
September 3, Friday
College Colors Day! Wear your favorite college shirt and help us paint Kentucky BLUE in support of University of Kentucky! Go Big Blue!
The Trigg County PVA Office will be closed for a state-mandated furlough. The state computer system will also be down that day, making on-line registration unavailable.
9 AM - Orientation for a new panel of the Trigg District Court Jurors on the second floor of the Justice Center. The jury number is 522-5591. If you received a summons and have not filled out the qualification form, please complete it and bring it with you to the orientation.
10 AM - 4 PM - Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center Blood Drive sponsored by Walmart in Princeton.
September 4, Saturday
8 AM - 2 PM - Cerulean Fire Department's 2nd Annual 5 Mile Yard Sale on Hwy 624 in Cerulean.
9 AM - 5 PM - Spend part of your Labor Day holiday weekend visiting the Jefferson Davis State Historical site to see an impressive collection of reproduction Civil War flags, both Confederate and Union. The site is 9 miles east of Hopkinsville on US 68, and also has a museum, gift shop, and picnic area.
9:30 AM Registration - Children's Miracle Network 6th Annual Ride for the Kids Walmart DC 6066. All proceeds to support the Vanderbilt Children's Hospital. First bike out at 11 AM - Last bike in by 2 PM - starting and ending at JPM Performance Motor Sports, 5376 Fort Campbell Blvd., Hopkinsville. $20 rider, $10 passenger. For more information, 707-5000.
1 PM - Second Annual Cadiz Baptist Church Upward 2 Person Golf Scramble at the Boots Randolph Golf Course. Entry Fee: $20 per person, plus cart and green fee. For more information, contact Jason Strickland at 522-6002, Keith Simonson at 522-4728, Garry Curtis at 522-9223, or the Pro Shop at 924-9076.
5 PM - Mint Springs USA Music Festival "I Heard It At The Spring" featuring The Crawpuppies, with special guest The Smokin' Jaze, and Lock and Load. Bring your chairs out and enjoy the art of good music. Tickets $10, Kids 12 and under are free. Directions: 6 miles past Smithland on Hwy 70 in Tiline, KY. For more information, visit www.myspace.com/mintspringsusa.
6 PM - All Trigg County High School Graduates and guest are invited to the annual Alumni Potluck, Program, and Fellowship at the Trigg School Cafeteria. Bring a dish, BBQ, bread, and drinks will be furnished. The Trigg County High School Class of 1960, celebrating their 50th Anniversary this year, will be featured. For more information, contact President Billy Joe Thomas at 365-0886, Secretary/Treasurer Margaret Sumner at 522-8125, or Publicity Chairperson Geneva Guinn at 235-5599.
September 7, Tuesday
4:30 PM - Learning to Live with Cancer Potluck at the Pennyroyal Center's Community Services Building.
September 8, Wednesday
Cadiz/Trigg County Chamber of Commerce meeting at the Renaissance Center, downtown Cadiz. Hancock's Neighborhood Market will provide lunch, and Faria P'Pool will be doing a presentation on a product line called "Jordon Essentials." Let's show our support as she is a new member to the Chamber.
10 AM - Regular quarterly meeting of the Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council at the Trigg County Senior Center, 107 Joy Lane, Cadiz. For additional information, please contact Jill Collins at 886-9484.
3:15 - 4:30 PM - A.S.K. Youth Services Center meeting (serving middle and high school students and families) will be held at the A.S.K. Youth Services Center, Cadiz.
7 AM - Give Like A Rock Star -- 2010 United Way Kickoff Breakfast at the War Memorial Building. RSVP by September 2 - 886-8171.
September 8 & 9, Wednesday & Thursday
Registration for the Pennyroyal Academy of Fine Arts fall classes in music, art, and theater at the Art-N-Motion Studios, 512 S. Clay Street, Hopkinsville. Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM, and Thursday from 5 - 7 PM.
10 AM - 5 PM - Western KY Regional Blood Center Blood Drive at Murray State University.
September 11, Saturday
Crofton September Fest featuring cornhole, fishing, and softball tournaments, 16 foot waterslide, pedal tractor pull, arts and crafts, consessions, live music throughout the day and more! Call Hope Joiner for details at 339-3803.
8 AM - Rat Fest 2010 at Prizer Point Marina in Cadiz. Cost $10 for Car and Driver or $5 for Spectator. The Car Show is for Pre-1965 Cars and Bikes only. For more information, call Brad at 206-0021, or go to www.prizerpoint.com.
12 PM - Third Annual Trail Ride for Kristy Frensley in memory of Kayla, Kortney, and Ethan. Ride at Noon with pot luck at 3 PM at the Pennyrile State Forest Park. For more information, call Brandi Phillips at 350-0468, Terry Williams at 350-8179, or Carol Askew at 839-4944.
2 PM - In Honor and Remembrance, Woodmen of the World Salutes America's Hero's - This ceremony honors the heroes and victims of September 11, 2001, and fulfills our promise to never forget that tragic day. We also pay tribute to members of the military, both current and past, who selflessly protect America's freedom and liberty. On a local level, this ceremony also extends our unending gratitude to those who safeguard our community - the firefighters, police officers, emergency medical technicians, and other first responders - who put their lives on the line for our safety. This year's ceremony will be held at the new Trigg County Senior Citizens building on Joy Lane, behind Food Giant.
September 11 & 12, Saturday & Sunday
Trail of Tears Intertribal Pow Wow features tribal dancing, Native American storytelling, arts and crafts. Enjoy wood carving, bow making, flint knapping, open fire cooking in pottery, bead work, Indian Flute playing demonstration, and more Native American activities. Native American Dance and drum competitions Saturday and Sunday. Admission: $6 Adults, $3 Children 6 - 12, Children under 6 free. www.trailoftears.org For more information, call 800-842-9959.
5 - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In to Cadiz Car Show. For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32. Cruzin' Bingo!
September 14, Tuesday
4:30 PM - Learning to Live with Cancer Questions and Answers with Dr. Ratilal Gajera, with be held at the Doctor's Pavilion Lower Conference E.
September 15, Wednesday
The Trigg-Lyon Newcomer's will be holding their Fall Fling Card Party and Luncheon at Saint Stephen's Catholic Parish Hall. Lunch will be served from noon until 1 PM. There will be door prizes and silent auction - everyone is invited. Tickets can be purchased at the door, however, advance ticket purchases are appreciated. Donation of $12 from any club member.
September 16, Thursday
5 - 7:30 PM - 9th Annual Taste of the Pennyrile at the James E. Bruce Convention Center, 303 Conference Center Drive, Hopkinsville. More than 30 restaurants, caterers, and vendors will provide samples of their menu items - get your taste buds ready! Tickets are available at NewWave Communications, Heritage Bank on the Boulevard and Lafayette Road, Pennyroyal Hospice, and WKDZ/WHVO in Cadiz - $15 in advance, $20 at the door, children under 12, $5. This event is sponsored by Pennyroyal Hospice and NewWave Communications.
September 16 - 18, Thursday - Saturday
11 AM - 2 PM - Cadiz Lions Club BBQ Fundraiser at Cadiz Food Giant on Main Street. Menu includes: pulled pork sandwiches, pork chop sandwiches, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, sodas, and water. September 18, Saturday
9 - 11:30 AM - The Hopkinsville Lions Club is sponsoring a Journey for Sight Walk-A-Thon at Bradford Square Mall. Anyone with $50 or more donation, will receive a t-shirt. Anyone walking will receive a ticket for drawing for a free Wii game to be given away after the walk, you must be present to win. For more information, call 886-8381.
6 - 9 PM - Pennyrile Classic Car Club will sponsor a Cruise-In at the Kmart Shopping Center, Fort Campbell Blvd, Hopkinsville. Bring your lawn chairs and join the fun - No Admission Charge.
September 24, Friday
6 - 9 PM - Friday Night Riders Cruisin' Tune-In with Boomer Radio in downtown Hopkinsville, Bethel Street between 7th and 9th Streets. For more information, contact Gary McIntyre at 890-0621.
OCTOBER
October, 1, Friday
8:30 AM - 20th Annual HCC Foundation, Inc. Golf Scramble, renamed the Mike Foster Golf Scramble at Western Hills Municipal Golf Course.
October 2, Saturday
2 PM - Butler Road Reunion in Christian County. If you lived there in the late 60's and 70's, join the fun at the Jefferson Davis Monument. For more information, call Richard Fancher at 881-7182.
October 4, Monday
The Ham Festival breakfast will be held at the Trigg County Complex Convention Center. Doors will open at 6:30 AM to start serving breakfast. Tickets are $15, and you can purchase them from any of the board members, at Loose Treasures, and from Leida Underhill at the Renaissance office. The program will start at 7:30 AM. Speakers will be Joey Pendelton and Ham Fest Memories.
October 7, Thursday
HBAH Golf Tournament, the Charlotte Barbee 2010 Golf Scramble will be at The Links at Novadell. Please contact Rene at the Association office for team registration forms and more information. 885-8319 or 498-6300.
October 9, Saturday
2 PM - Confederate General John Hunt Morgan's Famous Raid into the North, presented by Lester V. Horwitz, Pulitzer Prize nominated author of The Longest Raid of the Civil War. The event will be held at the Jefferson Davis Historic Site in Fairview, Kentucky.
October 16, Saturday
Noon - 6 PM - 4th Annual Hopkinsville Family Feud at the Hopkinsville Community College Auditorium Building, 720 North Drive. Enter a team of 5 people plus one alternate to compete in a tournament against other teams: families, friends, businesses, churches, groups, organizations, clubs, etc. To register, call MEDI at 885-8885, or download registration form at www.medisuccess.org.
6 - 9 PM - Pennyrile Classic Car Club will sponsor a Cruise-In at the Kmart Shopping Center, Fort Campbell Blvd, Hopkinsville. Bring your lawn chairs and join the fun - No Admission Charge.
NOVEMBER
November 5, Friday 6:30 PM - Annual Scholarship HCC Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Gala at the James E. Bruce Convention Center.
November 10, Wednesday
3:15 - 4:30 PM - A.S.K. Youth Services Center meeting (serving middle and high school students and families) will be held at the A.S.K. Youth Services Center, Cadiz.
DECEMBER
WALKWAY OF HONOR - YOU ARE INVITED TO BE A PART OF HISTORY AS OUR NEW TRIGG COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS BUILDING BECOMES A REALITY. THE NEW BUILDING WILL HAVE A WALKWAY OF HONOR PAVED WITH BRICKS THAT MAY BE INSCRIBED IN MEMORY OF OR IN HONOR OF SOMEONE. THE COST IS $100 PER BRICK (TAX DEDUCTIBLE) - FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT CAROLYN BLAND, AT 522-8341.
Cadiz Merchants Association is renting spaces to help earn money for future Cadiz/Trigg County events. The Flea Market for the Cruz In Nights will be in the Farmer's Market Area on Main Street during the Cruz In's, August 14, and September 11.
The Hopkinsville Water Environment Authority is announcing its First Annual Protecting the Environment Award Program. This award is available to all school age students who would like to complete a project that would protect Christian County water resources. The deadline for submitting the application is September 1, 2010. Fliers that will include the application and requirements of the award will be distributed to all schools. For more information, contact Jenny Moss at 887-4147. PACS needs your help to help the elderly, disabled, and families with small children in Trigg County Beat the Heat this summer! Donate a fan, air conditioner (must be 110) or money to purchase fans. For more information, contact your local PACS coordinator Kelly Marlowe @ 522-3265, or mail money donations to P.O. Box 1266 Cadiz, Ky 42211.
The Trigg/Lyon Newcomers will be holding their August monthly meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Barkley State Lodge, but instead of a lunch meeting, the club will meet at 9:30 AM for breakfast, and a short business meeting. All members and potential members are invited to attend - this club is not just for women who are new to the area, many members are long-time residents.
ONGOING:
TRIGG COUNTY RECYCLING TRAILER HOURS:
CERULEAN BAPTIST CHURCH PARKING LOT - 8 AM MONDAY UNTIL 1 PM WEDNESDAY; ROCKCASTLE VFD - WEDNESDAY 2 PM UNTIL 2 PM FRIDAY; SOUTHROAD VFD - 3 PM FRIDAY UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY; ROARING SPRINGS VFD - 7 AM MONDAY UNTIL 1 PM WEDNESDAY; LINTON VFD FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY UNTIL 1 PM FRIDAY; CANTON ONE STOP - 2 PM FRIDAY UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY, THEN BACK TO CERULEAN.
The Trigg County Primary School SBDM regular monthly meetings will be at 3:30 PM, the third Monday of each month in the conference room.
Todd County and Cook-Webb Funeral Homes are offering a Grief Support Group with Pennyroyal Hospice for any family that has experienced a loss. This group is open to everyone. Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 5 PM at the Todd County Funeral Home. Dinner is served, come casual. There is no cost for this service - just another way of giving support to our community.
Saturday's 11 AM - 1 PM - The Aaron McNeil House and Johan Westenburg present: Drop-In Saturdays. Free assistance for teens and adults in all math areas and levels at the Aaron McNeil House, 604 East 2nd Street, Hopkinsville. Space is limited - for more information or to confirm attendance, please call 886-9734.
PRINCETON GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP, SPONSORED BY PENNYROYAL HOSPICE, MEETS THE 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAYS OF EACH MONTH AT THE GEORGE COON LIBRARY LOCATED AT 114 S HARRISON STREET IN PRINCETON. THE PROGRAM IS FREE OF CHARGE AND OPEN TO ANYONE GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE.
DUCKS UNLIMITED, LAKE BARKLEY CHAPTER, INVITES YOU TO BECOME A DU COMMITTEE MEMBER. MEETINGS ARE HELD EVERY MONDAY NIGHT AT 6 PM AT THE CADIZ RESTAURANT. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A DUCK HUNTER TO GET INVOLVED OR TO BE A MEMBER OF DUCKS UNLIMITED. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT NICK GRESHAM, 881-2689.
6:30 PM - AMBER-LIGHT STAINED GLASS ART GUILD OF WESTERN KENTUCKY MEETS EACH SECOND TUESDAY AT AIRE CASTLE INN B&B NEAR BENTON FOR FELLOWSHIP, NEW TECHNIQUES, IDEAS, AND TO EXCHANGE KNOWLEDGE. CLASSES OFFERED BY SOME MEMBERS. 866-403-2473.
6 PM - THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MEETS THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH IN THE JAMES L. STREET LIBRARY BASEMENT. COME JOIN US. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL PATTY AT 522-0794.
11 AM - TRIGG/LYON NEWCOMERS MEET THE 3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT LAKE BARKLEY LODGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 270-522-6582.
HOPKINSVILLE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S CLUB WILL BE HAVING THEIR MONTHLY MEETING AT 6 PM AT THE PIONEER COMPLEX ON NORTH MAIN EVERY THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING, CONTACT JANICE CAYCE AT 270-886-1231 .
TRIGG COUNTY FISCAL COURT WILL MEET AT 4 PM ON THE 1ST AND 3RD MONDAY OF EACH MONTH.
THE WOODY WINFREE FIRE TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM, LOCATED AT 310 EAST NINTH STREET, WILL BE OPENED MONDAY - FRIDAY 10 AM - 4 PM. ADMISSION FOR THE WINFREE MUSEUM IS $5 FOR AN ADULT, $3 FOR SENIORS AGES 62 AND OVER. CHILDREN 16 AND UNDER FREE. IT IS FREE FOR MUSEUM MEMBERS. PRICE INCLUDES ADMISSION TO THE PENNYROYAL AREA MUSEUM, LOCATED 217 EAST NINTH STREET. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 270-887-4270.
LIONS CLUB OF TRIGG COUNTY MEETS THE SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT PATTI SUE'S RESTAURANT AT 6 PM. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL GLENDA WILLIAMSON AT 270-874-1486
HOPKINSVILLE MOVERS AND SHAKERS MEETS THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FROM 12 PM -1 PM.270-886-6328 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
THE MILITARY AND FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS PROGRAM IS OFFERING TO HELP OUR MILITARY FAMILIES COPE WITH DEPLOYMENT ISSUES, ON A FREE AND ANONYMOUS BASIS. CONSULTANTS ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP WITH MARRIAGE AND RELATIONSHIP ISSUES, STRESS AND ANXIETY, GRIEF AND LOSS, DEPLOYMENT AND SEPARATION, OR DAILY LIFE ISSUES IN GENERAL. THESE CONSULTATIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE MEMBERS, SPOUSES, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND CHILDREN. THE MILITARY AND FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS PROGRAM HAS PARTNERED WITH THE CHRISTIAN COUNTY AMERICAN RED CROSS TO OFFER CONSULTATIONS AT THE RED CROSS OFFICE AT 1411 SOUTH MAIN STREET IN HOPKINSVILLE. FOR AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL 270-205-1917 OR 270-206-0439. THIS IS A FREE AND ANONYMOUS SERVICE TO HELP OUR MILITARY FAMILIES.
THE 4-H DOG CLUB MEETING IS HELD ON TUESDAY NIGHTS AT 6 PM. CALL 522-3269 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
THE CADIZ DETACHMENT OF THE MARINE CORPS LEAGUE MEETS EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT THE AMERICAN LEGION AT THE TOP OF SWIMMING POOL HILL.
THE CADIZ VFW MEETS THE FIRST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE VFW BUILDING IN CADIZ LOCATED AT 37 LAFAYETTE STREET. THEIR PHONE NUMBER IS 522-1836.
THE FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION PROGRAM FOSTER/ADOPTIVE CARE INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS ARE HELD EVERY THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH IN THE UNEMPLOYMENT OFFICE, 110 RIVERFRONT DRIVE, HOPKINSVILLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 889-6570, 8 AM TO 4:30 PM WEEKDAYS. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO BECOME A FOSTER/ADOPTIVE HOME, CALL TARA TAYLOR AT 350-1998.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR KY PROUD PRODUCTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR RESALE AT THE KENTUCKY ARTISAN CENTER AT BEREA DURING THE 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 10. APPLICATIONS DEADLINES FOR ALL PRODUCTS TYPES: MARCH 31 FOR REVIEW IN APRIL, JUNE 3O FOR REVIEW IN JULY. TO SUBMIT PRODUCTS FOR REVIEW, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION AT HTTP://AGWEG.KY.GOV, AND RETURN IT WITH A BIOGRAPHY OR COMPANY HISTORY AND SAMPLE FOOD PRODUCTS, OR PRODUCT IMAGES FOR NON-FOOD PRODUCTS TO: ATTN: ARTISAN PRODUCT REVIEW, KENTUCKY ARTISAN CENTER AT BEREA, 975 WALNUT MEADOW ROAD, BEREA, KY 40413. FOR QUESTIONS, CALL VICTORIA FAORO AT 859-985-5448, EXT 222, OR VICTORIA.FAORO@KY.GOV.
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