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South Green Back to School Bash
South Green Elementary will be having their Back-To-School Bash on Thursday, July 31st.  The bash will be held at the school from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.  Come join us for a night of food, fun, and a lot of helpful information.  Find out who your teacher will be and have fun hanging out with your friends!  For more information, contact Ms. Tammy at the Family Resource Center at 651-1327 or call the school at 651-3806.  See you there!
 


Abundant Life Church of God Events
The Abundant Life Church of God In Christ located at 607 South Franklin St. will celebrate Mother Isabell Woods 102nd birthday.  Service will be Saturday, July 19th at 7pm, and Sunday 20th at noon & 3pm. 
 

Benefit for Lloyd Mabry
Lloyd was a member of the Austin Tracy Vol. Fire Dept. and was involved in a hit and run accident.  A benefit will be held on July 26th starting at 10am- ? at Austin Tracy Elementary School.  Activities include a 50/50 drawing, Cake Walk, Inflatables, Face Painting, etc...  For more details call Tinisha at 590-0278, or Jeff 646-0421.


Siloam Baptist VBS
Siloam Baptist Church will hosts its Vacation Bible School "Back to the Basics" The Fruits
of the Spirit will kick-off Sunday July 6th from 5:45pm to 8:00pm. VBS Monday July 7th to Friday July 11th from 5:45pm to 8:00pm transportation is available.  Call Daphne Powell at 270-404-5112 for more information.


“Old Reb” 100 Year Celebration
Historic Murray Children’s Picnic July 3rd 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. 315 S. Green Street – Prior to the Louisville Orchestra Concert on the Square Come join Glasgow in its 100 year celebration of the “Old Reb House” at 315 South Green Street in historic downtown Glasgow.  “Old Reb House” as the John A. Murray Building. Please join us as we also celebrate the Historic Murray Children’s Picnic.  Free Hotdogs and Soda for everyone.  A free book for all children 10 years old and younger.


Barren County Open Enrollment
Open enrollment will take place at all of our schools in the district on Thursday July 10th from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m .  Parents are encouraged to bring their child's birth certificate, immunization records, physical, social security card, and eye exam documentation if applicable to begin the enrollment process.  There will be activities planned for students and parents throughout the afternoon.


Benefit Golf Scramble
T.J. Samson Community Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services Department will be hosting a Golf Scramble on Saturday July 26th at Fox Hollow Golf Club.  This is a bring your own team 4-person golf scramble.  Team handicap must be 40 or over.  Cost is only $55.00 and will include lunch.  Cash prizes will be awarded for the first 3 places.  All proceeds will go to C.A.M.P. TJ Kids and the Discovery Academy.  Both C.A.M.P. TJ Kids and the Discovery Academy are specifically designed for preschool to high school-aged children who require additional help with fine motor skills, gross motor skills, strength as well as endurance, coordination, handwriting, social skills and speech. For more information on the Golf Scramble or to sign up please call Ashley Doerr at 646-0344 or Amber Dahlhauser at 763-2109.



Ceremonial Flag Burning Service
Chapter 20 of the DAV is planning a ceremonial flag burning service.  Anyone having a worn flag that needs to be properly retired, may drop it off at Dr. Robert Pelham's office, located at 205 Columbia Avenue, anytime between now and July 18th.
 


Cumberland Presbyterian VBS

Glasgow Cumberland Presbyterian Church is inviting you to this year’s VBS. 
Kickoff is Sunday July 6th at the city pool from 6-8 p.m. Join us for hot dogs and swimming.  VBS is nightly from Monday to Friday. Supper is 5:10 to 5:30 in Gore Hall (free).  Opening ceremonies begin at 5:30 p.m. in the sanctuary and from 5:50 until 8 p.m. is Bible study, Activities, Crafts, Music, and more!  Invite your family to join us Friday night at 5:30 for our closing celebration and for games, food, and giant inflateables!
 

9th Annual Concert on the Square
The Louisville Orchestra will be performing their concert on the square on Thursday, July 3rd at 7pm in front of City Hall in Glasgow.  Celebrate with family and friends, bring lawn chairs or a blanket.  Limited seating available.  Food and drinks will be available.  Free admission!



St. Andrews Market Day
St. Andrews Market Day will be held every Saturday 8am-noon every Saturday through mid-October at St. Andrews Episcopal Church.  There will be Locally Grown Produce, Seasonal Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh & Potted Flowers & Plants, Kenny's Cheese, Baked Goods, Farm Fresh Eggs, and much more. 
 

Poker Run Ride
Federal Mogul's Relay for Life Team will be sponsoring their first annual Poker Run Ride. It will be held on Saturday, July 12th. Registration begins at 10:00 AM CST at the Federal Mogul Plant at 20 Aberdeen Drive. Ride will begin at 11:00 AM and will run approximately 2 hours. Route information will be available the day of the ride. Entry fee is $20 per bike (one hand);  $5 each additional hand;  $1 for new card (limit one per stop). Pay out will be 50/50 split on pot. Prize for "Best Hand" and door prizes given.  Free lunch will be served after the run. For info contact Paul Furlong between 6:00 AM -3:00 PM at 270-670-7301 or Richard Pickett at 270-590-8207. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.


Unity of Community
The Glasgow Area Ministerial Association is sponsoring “Unity of Community” on Tuesday evening July 1 beginning at
6 pm on the Glasgow Square. In case of rain, the celebration will be in the City Council Chambers. Food service will begin at 5:30 pm and the music will begin at 6:00 pm. The musical portion of the evening will be led by The Glenview Christian Worship Team and The Barbers. Pastors from the community will participate in prayer and preaching. Everyone is invited to bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of united worship and praise. The ministerial association is sponsoring this evening for Christian believers to unite for prayer during the difficult and uncertain times we are facing.  


Benefit for Eugene Houchens
There will be a benefit for Eugene Houchens Friday, July 11th at the National Guard Armory.  Eugene has had Cancer and now has hurt his leg.  There will be Gospel, Music, Auction, Raffle's and food.  The Gospel-Bluegrass Band playing will be the "Going Home Boys".  Anyone wanting to donate items for the auction may call 590-0410.  All proceeds will go toward expenses.


Beginning Spanish Class
Beginning Conversational Spanish class will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 8 - July 24 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at WKU - Glasgow Campus. This class is for everyone.  The goal is to learn and have fun.  Cesar Torres will be instructing and the cost is $40.  Pre-registration is required, call Marcus Kingrey at 270-678-4004 ext. 203 or 670-6908.


 

Going on at the Glasgow/Barren Co. Family YMCA

  • Elementary After School Care - Attention, parents of Highland, South Green Elementary Schools: The Barren County Family YMCA is offering After School Care for your children at your elementary school. The children will remain at the school all day, all year. YMCA After School programs are monitored and licensed by the state, have low staff to student ratios and are safe. Daily and weekly activities include homework assistance, exercise, games, skits and songs, crafts, character lessons, special guests, healthy snacks and music appreciation. Monthly themes will include basic first aid, art class, hip-hop/dance, karate, basketball camp and cheerleading, cooking, etiquette and photography. Hours are immediately following school dismissal until 5:30pm. Cost: YMCA Members $25 weekly, non-members $34 weekly. Registration is limited. Contact the YMCA for additional information at 651-9622.
  • "Women on Weights" Class - This class is for women who'd like to know more about weight training. The class explains the mechanics of the equipment and how to get the most out of your workout. Registration is $25 for members, $35 for program participants.
  • Swimming Lessons - Lessons are now available for people of all ages, morning and evening classes (even private lessons).
  • Water Aerobics - Classes are held morning and evening in both the shallow and deep ends of the pool. There is practically no impact, it's for all ages and a great way to meet friends. There's even a special class for arthritis sufferers Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:00am.
  • When kids experience YMCA Day Camp, they experience something new everyday.  We offer 5 day, 3 day and 2 day programs to suit your family’s needs.  Summer Day Camp begins the week of May 21st.  Please call the YMCA at 651-9622 for details or stop by and see what other fantastic programs the Barren County Family YMCA has to offer. 

  • The Barren County Family YMCA would like to invite the children of the community to our Monthly Kids Night Out Program, Friday, February 15, 2008 from 6:30pm- 11:30pm. As always your child will enjoy pizza, swim time, maze time, craft time, followed by a movie and a snack. Cost per household for Members: 1 child $10.00, 2 children $20.00, 3 or more children $25.00 – Non-Members: 1 child $15.00, 2 children $30.00, 3 or more children $35.00. We look forward to servicing your family. Have a safe and happy holiday season. Registration is available immediately. You may register at the door however, pre- registration is recommended. For more information please call the YMCA at 270-651-YMCA (9622)

     

For more information, call the Y at 651-7599. Visit the YMCA's Website or email them.


What's up at your Library?

Week 1
Mon 1-5 Registration, Teen Reading Program, Metamorphosis @ your library
No Story Hour
Wed 2 @ 9:30am Sign Language, Stephanie Campbell
ed 2 @ 2:00pm Learn to Knit or Crochet w/ Zadie
Thurs 3 @ 1:00 & 6:00pm Make Cards or Scrapbook @ your library
Fri 4 Library Closed

Week 2
Tues 8 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Inching Along”
Tues 8 @ 6:30pm Makin’ Bread @ your library, Stone Ground Wheat, Alison Wiediger
Wed 9 @ 9:30am Sign Language, Stephanie Campbell
Wed 9 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Inching Along”
Thurs 10 @ 5:00pm Teen Activity, “Water Games”
Thurs 10 @ 6:30pm Glasgow Photo Club
Fri 11 @ 1:00 Rainbow Show Puppets (Summer Reading Activity)

Week 3
Tues 15 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Bugs Through Time”
Tues 15 @ 6:00pm Learn to Knit or Crochet w/ Zadie, Bring 4-ply yarn, 5.5 hook or needles
Tues 15 @ 6:30pm Friends of the Library Meet
Tues 15 @ 7:00pm “The Almost Forgotten Kentuckian, Jefferson Davis” Linda Hitchcock
Wed 16 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Bugs Through Time”
Thurs 17 @ 5:00pm, Teen Activity, Talent Show, sign-up in Children’s Dept.
Fri 18 @ 10:00am Tator Tot Time

 Week 4
Tues July 22 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Bugs As Predators & Prey”
Tues July 22 @ 6:00pm Holidays ATC, “Gift Bags II” w/ Martha Nelson
Wed July 23 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Bugs As Predators & Prey”
Thurs July 24 @ 6:00pm PM Book Discussion
Fri July 25 @ 10:00am Tator Tot Time
Fri July 25 @ 1:30 Bruce Amato the Magician
Fri July 25 @ 2:30 Magic Workshop for Teens w/ Bruce Amato

Week 5
Tues July 29 @ 10:00am & 2:00pm Story Hour “Bugs of the Future”
Wed July 30 @ 10:00am & 2:00PM Story Hour “Bugs of the Future”
Thurs July 31 @ 10:30am AM Book Discussion
Thurs July 31 @ 1:00pm Horticulture / Garden Meet to travel to Lexington, UK Twilight Tour, sign-up.
Thurs July 31 @ 5:00pm Teen Activity “Video Game Night”
Thurs July 31 Last Day for picking up prizes “Catch the Reading Bug!” or Metamorphosis @ your library



Happenings at the Glasgow Recreation Department...

Open Co-ed Softball Tournament
The Recreation Department will hold an Open Co-ed Softball Tournament on July 11th, 12th, and 13th.  The cost is $175 per team.  Team Trophy and T-shirts will be given to 1st Place and Runner up teams.  For more information contact the Recreation Department at 651-3811 or 651-9012.

Men's C State Qualifier
The Recreation Department will hold a Men's C State Qualifier Double Elimination Tournament on July 18th, 19th, and 20th.  The cost will be $175 per team.  Team Trophy and T-shirts will be given to 1st place and Runner-up teams.  For more information, contact the Recreation Department at 651-3811 or 651-9012.

For more complete information, take a look at the Rec. Department's Website, email them at glasgowrec@glasgow-ky.com or give them a call at 651-3811.


At the T.J. Samson Educational Resource Center

A Solution for Becoming Smoke-Free!... There is hope! There is a way that works for anyone wishing to become a nonsmoker. The Cooper-Clayton Program can offer a solution. By incorporating a group support environment, you can achieve success and become smoke-free forever! Sessions are ongoing throughout the year. The next new group session begins April 3rd and will meet Monday evenings 5:30-6:30pm. For more information, contact the Education Department at T.J. Samson Community Hospital at 651-4450.
Health Screens Continue... Health screening services are now offered each first Wednesday of the month, 8:00am-4:00pm. Blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight measurements will be offered free. Total cholesterol screening will be available for a fee. In addition, diabetic and cardiovascular risk assessments will be available. No appointment is necessary. If you're interested in a more accurate blood sugar measurement, do not eat or drink any caloric beverages eight (8) hours prior to the screening.

For more information on anything above, call the Resource Center at 651-4745. Any comments, suggestions or ideas relating to health issues and needs are always welcome. Also, check out the T.J. Samson Community Hospital Website.
 


Shows At the Plaza:

LORRIE MORGAN
Friday, August 15, 2008 - 7:00 PM
$28.00
Country legend and superstar comes to the Plaza stage to sing all of her hits and favorites.

BILLY CURRINGTON
Friday, September 26, 2008 - 7:00 PM
$38.00 and $33.00
Rising country star Billy Currington brings his songwriting and vocal talents to the Plaza for a night of great country music

KILLER BEAZ
Friday, November 7, 2008 - 7:00 PM
$25.00 and $15.00
Family-oriented stand-up comic Killer Beaz delvers a hilarious show that is sure to be fun for the whole family.

RALPHIE MAY (Mature Audiences Only)
Friday, January 30, 2009 - 7:00 PM
$25.00 and $15.00
Direct from multiple Comedy Central concerts, Ralphie May brings his biting and mature brans of humor to the Plaza for one night only.
This comedy concert contains mature subject matter and is not recommended for children.

1964 THE TRIBUTE
Saturday, February 14, 2009 - 7:00 PM
$25.00 and $15.00
Back again for the fourth time, the Fab Four present a Valentine’s Day special event concert.
1964 The Tribute is not affiliated or endorsed by Apple Corps Ltd.

GILLIGAN’S ISLAND - THE MUSICAL
Friday, March 20, 2009 - 7:00 PM
$25.00 and $15.00
Direct from Off Broadway, the hilarious musical adventures of Gilligan and the other lovable castaways comes to the Plaza stage.  Starry Barry Williams (Greg Brady of the TV sitcom The Brady Bunch).

THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
Friday, May 15, 2009 - 7:00 PM
$25.00 and $15.00
The best know big band of all times takes the Plaza stage in a concert sure to make you sign and swing in your seats.

Season Subscriptions are on sale NOW.
Package A - All SEVEN shows are $175.00 and $120.00
Package B - SIX shows (Ralphie May, mature comedy show excluded) are $152.00 and $107.00

Individual tickets for all SEVEN events go on sale on Monday, July 14 at 8:00 AM.
Tickets can be purchased online, 24 hours a day, at www.plaza.org OR over the phone at
(270) 361-2101 AND at the Plaza Theatre Box, 8-5 weekdays (closed 12-1 for lunch).
A $1.00 Historic Preservation Fee is added to all orders at the time of the sale.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable and may not be exchanged.

 

 

 

 

 



 


 


 

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