When: 4 sessions -
Nov 12, 14, 19, 21
Time: 4-5:30pm
Where: MSU’s Fine Arts Building, room #611-6th floor
Who: Kids ages 7+ with disabilities (of any kind)
Fee: FREE

Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild are pleased to announce that we are now accepting registration for your child to participate in the SIDE BY SIDE program. This fall, Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild will be offering Side By Side. SIDE BY SIDE is designed to make available creative opportunities to students, reinforce inclusiveness and positive self-image, and highlight the importance of visual arts education to the development of our young people with disabilities.

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Sessions will be held at MSU’s Fine Arts Building, 6th floor, room #611. They will be taught by MSU Art Education students, as well as Art Education Professor, Dr. Rebecca Williams, and MAG Executive Director, Debi Henry Danielson.

The SIDE BY SIDE visual arts workshops/studios will be:

Tuesday, Nov 12 / 4-5:30
Thursday, Nov 14 / 4-5:30
Tuesday, Nov 19 / 4-5:30
Thursday, Nov 21 / 4-5:30

Following the 4 studios, your child(ren) will have the opportunity to create artwork alongside a local artist on a collaborative artwork. Those dates will be Tues. Dec. 3, Thurs. Dec. 5, Mon. Dec. 16, Tues. Dec. 17, or Wed. Dec. 18. Studios will meet at MAG, 403 Maple Street, 4:00-5:00pm. Students will partner with a local artist to create a collaborative piece of art. Your child must be available to complete their collaborative pieces, and you will need to choose the date that works for your child when you register.

Works from this year’s program will be displayed in an exhibition scheduled for January 10-26 at Murray’s Convention & Visitors Bureau (206 S 4th St), with a closing reception on Sunday, January 26 at 2pm. Do make plans to attend the reception; artwork will be available to take home at the end of the reception.

There is no fee to participate in this program, but pre-registration is required, so we ask that you register online with the link below. Class size is limited so make sure you register quickly! If you have questions regarding the SIDE BY SIDE program, please feel free to contact us by phone: 270-753-4059 or by email: murrayartguild@gmail.com

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If you want to learn more about how you can support people in recovery and your community, join us for this incredible event in partnership with Neartown Recovery!

www.neartownmurray.org

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Not sure if this training is for you, check out the details:

Language of Recovery Training - Introduction

Audience: Anyone at any stage of employment, recovery and sector

Time: 1 hr

Objectives:
-Research & Prep: Using appropriate language and messaging to identify your issue/topic and who you need to meet with
-Using Messaging with different Audiences: How to set it up and showing up prepared
-How to use language to confront stigma with meaningful conversations.

Summary: This training aims to challenge stigmatizing words and labels that have plagued our system throughout history. There are several variations to the training which provides a different lens and implementation. Whether from a public policy perspective or individual who uses this language to empower recovery and elevate the conversation.

Who: Teens & Adults
When: 5 Tuesdays / Oct 15-Nov 12
Time: 6-8:00 pm
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Fee: $140

In this introduction to ceramics class, we will be exploring the 3 basic hand-building techniques in clay: pinching, coiling, and slab building. These foundational skills will be combined to create sculptural and functional objects. Students will be able to decorate their work through surface textures and glazing methods. Beginners and Intermediates welcome! Bring an old towel.

Not sure what hand building is? Here is a great article from The Crucible that explains all about it!

Click HERE to register!

Come see the senior recital of Preston Frensley, guitar, on November 12th at 6PM in Farrell Recital Hall.

Who: Teens 13+ & Adults
When: Tuesday / Nov 12
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Time: 6-8pm
Fee: $30 or $55/pair

Bring your date, spouse, friend, sister, mother or come solo. In this Clay Date you will learn the basics of slab or handbuilding to create a mug. This is a great activity for date night, girls night out or a fun experience with your teen. No experience necessary.  Pieces will be ready a few weeks after class.

register here!

For Children Aged 1-2 (12-36 months) accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

NO Registration is required.

CCPL’s Toddler Story Time is a fun, half-hour program featuring age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Community Room B

Registration Required

Adults are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and board Games and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Tabletop Board Game Club for Adults.

Register Here >>

Tabletop/Board Game Club for Adults Meeting Dates:

Students currently enrolled in 6th-12th Grades

3:30-5:00 PM • Community Room A

Registration Required

Students currently in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and Boar dGames and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Student Tabletop Board Game Club.

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Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Wednesdays, Oct 9 - Nov 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels welcome.

Bring an old towel. Fee includes 1 1/2 bag of clay—you can purchase more if needed. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

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The Murray State Brass Chamber Recital will feature a student brass quintet and ensembles from the Trumpet, Horn, and Trombone Studios. The MSU Select Trombone Choir will also be joined by guest artist Tony Baker from the University of North Texas. Join us on Wednesday, November 13th, at 7:30pm to experience all of the music our brass ensembles have been preparing all semester!

This concert is open to the public and is free to attend. This concert will be live-streamed on the Murray State Department of Music Facebook page.

When: 4 sessions -
Nov 12, 14, 19, 21
Time: 4-5:30pm
Where: MSU’s Fine Arts Building, room #611-6th floor
Who: Kids ages 7+ with disabilities (of any kind)
Fee: FREE

Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild are pleased to announce that we are now accepting registration for your child to participate in the SIDE BY SIDE program. This fall, Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild will be offering Side By Side. SIDE BY SIDE is designed to make available creative opportunities to students, reinforce inclusiveness and positive self-image, and highlight the importance of visual arts education to the development of our young people with disabilities.

 —————————

Sessions will be held at MSU’s Fine Arts Building, 6th floor, room #611. They will be taught by MSU Art Education students, as well as Art Education Professor, Dr. Rebecca Williams, and MAG Executive Director, Debi Henry Danielson.

The SIDE BY SIDE visual arts workshops/studios will be:

Thursday, Nov 14 / 4-5:30
Tuesday, Nov 19 / 4-5:30
Thursday, Nov 21 / 4-5:30

Following the 4 studios, your child(ren) will have the opportunity to create artwork alongside a local artist on a collaborative artwork. Those dates will be Tues. Dec. 3, Thurs. Dec. 5, Mon. Dec. 16, Tues. Dec. 17, or Wed. Dec. 18. Studios will meet at MAG, 403 Maple Street, 4:00-5:00pm. Students will partner with a local artist to create a collaborative piece of art. Your child must be available to complete their collaborative pieces, and you will need to choose the date that works for your child when you register.

Works from this year’s program will be displayed in an exhibition scheduled for January 10-26 at Murray’s Convention & Visitors Bureau (206 S 4th St), with a closing reception on Sunday, January 26 at 2pm. Do make plans to attend the reception; artwork will be available to take home at the end of the reception.

There is no fee to participate in this program, but pre-registration is required, so we ask that you register online with the link below. Class size is limited so make sure you register quickly! If you have questions regarding the SIDE BY SIDE program, please feel free to contact us by phone: 270-753-4059 or by email: murrayartguild@gmail.com

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We're going to party like it's 1999! Join us for an all-90s trivia party at The Grove, featuring the musical styling of DJ Andrew O'Rourke and Mitch Coy as the Master of Ceremonies. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Sentinel's efforts to win this year's Weaver Challenge for Charities. Come out and support local journalism!

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 5 Thursdays, Oct 17 - Nov 14
Time: 6-8pm
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Fee: $140

In this introduction to ceramics class, we will be using electric wheels to create functional objects. Beginners and Intermediates welcome! Bring an old towel. Fee includes clay as well as outside studio time to be arranged with instructor.

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Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Join Calloway County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension for their “Cooking for 1 or 2” class, where you will learn delicious, budget-friendly recipes perfect for smaller households! Whether you are cooking solo or for two, this class will offer tips on meal planning, portioning and creating flavorful dishes without the leftovers.

Come out and watch the Murray State women’s volleyball team play against Bradley!

All event proceeds will go towards helping 10-year-old Amy Ann Mullins. This event will feature a silent auction with pieces from local artists, and live music. Silent Auction biddings can be done at the event or online at howlingforhope.org

Come see the performance of each choral ensemble at Murray State! Including the Concert Choir, Vox Lumina, Una Voce, and the Town and Gown Choral This concert is November 15th at 7:30PM at First Presbyterian Church

If you would like to become a vendor, email justprettybyjudi@gmail.com

Attention all Cub Scouts and Cub Scout leaders! Bring the whole pack (or just your own kids) to the Nature Station for a full day of activities and programs focused on this year's theme: Science Rocks! Discover chemistry, geology, astronomy, and more through hands-on activities and programs led by Nature Station naturalists and volunteers!

Cub Scouts of all ages will work toward an Adventure from their respective levels, including (new to this year) Arrow of Light scouts. The Adventures are Gizmos and Gadgets (Lions), Sky is the Limit (Tigers), Digging in the Past (Wolves), Super Science (Bears), Earth Rocks! (Webelos), and Estimations (AOL).

Cub Scout Day activities are included with regular NS admission ($7 for ages 16 and over, and free for ages 15 and under). Call 270-924-2299 for more information. We recommend planning at least a 2-3 hour visit to do all the activities

Held in the outdoor arena unless specified on the Murray State Rodeo Facebook page. Books open at 4:30 PM, race starts at 7:00 PM. Divisions include Open 4D, Youth 3D, Adult 3D, Peewee and Trainers.

Fee: $10 Secretary and Nomination Fees

Viewers will be able to watch the Murray State Rodeo Team and other participants compete in rodeo barrel races.

Come out and watch the Murray State women’s volleyball team play against Illinois State!

This Saturday, November 16th from 7:30 to 10:30 High Noon Moon will be playing their killer brand of music for a great cause. There is no cover charge!! We just ask that everyone donate to the Laker/Tiger Christmas. All proceeds with help their Resource Centers buy gifts for kids in the community!

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

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Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Brown Bag Book Club

Third Tuesday of Each Month, September through May

12:00-1:00 PM

CCPL’s Brown Bag Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month, September through May. Participants are invited to bring their lunch to enjoy during the discussion.

Brown Book Club is Limited to 25 Participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Brown Bag Book Club.

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Adults

Registration Required.

When: 4 sessions -
Nov 12, 14, 19, 21
Time: 4-5:30pm
Where: MSU’s Fine Arts Building, room #611-6th floor
Who: Kids ages 7+ with disabilities (of any kind)
Fee: FREE

Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild are pleased to announce that we are now accepting registration for your child to participate in the SIDE BY SIDE program. This fall, Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild will be offering Side By Side. SIDE BY SIDE is designed to make available creative opportunities to students, reinforce inclusiveness and positive self-image, and highlight the importance of visual arts education to the development of our young people with disabilities.

 —————————

Sessions will be held at MSU’s Fine Arts Building, 6th floor, room #611. They will be taught by MSU Art Education students, as well as Art Education Professor, Dr. Rebecca Williams, and MAG Executive Director, Debi Henry Danielson.

The SIDE BY SIDE visual arts workshops/studios will be:

Tuesday, Nov 19 / 4-5:30
Thursday, Nov 21 / 4-5:30

Following the 4 studios, your child(ren) will have the opportunity to create artwork alongside a local artist on a collaborative artwork. Those dates will be Tues. Dec. 3, Thurs. Dec. 5, Mon. Dec. 16, Tues. Dec. 17, or Wed. Dec. 18. Studios will meet at MAG, 403 Maple Street, 4:00-5:00pm. Students will partner with a local artist to create a collaborative piece of art. Your child must be available to complete their collaborative pieces, and you will need to choose the date that works for your child when you register.

Works from this year’s program will be displayed in an exhibition scheduled for January 10-26 at Murray’s Convention & Visitors Bureau (206 S 4th St), with a closing reception on Sunday, January 26 at 2pm. Do make plans to attend the reception; artwork will be available to take home at the end of the reception.

There is no fee to participate in this program, but pre-registration is required, so we ask that you register online with the link below. Class size is limited so make sure you register quickly! If you have questions regarding the SIDE BY SIDE program, please feel free to contact us by phone: 270-753-4059 or by email: murrayartguild@gmail.com

REGISTER/ PAY

Join Hope Calloway for an inspiring evening at the Visions of HOPE Fundraising Banquet, as we come together to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness in our community.

This is more than just a dinner—it’s a night of celebration, storytelling, and impact, all aimed at supporting HOPE Calloway’s mission to provide stability and hope to families and individuals in need.

Their banquet will feature Jonathan Carter, local author and volunteer, who will share his journey of resilience and hope from his new book, A Prodigal Journey: Finding Hope Beyond Homelessness. Also, enjoy a special performance from Justin Gambino, a recording artist known for his powerful stories of redemption.

Proceeds from this event will support the work HOPE Calloway does year-round, ensuring that we can continue offering housing, outreach, prevention, and emergency assistance to those in need. Secure your spot today and be part of the solution to ending homelessness in Calloway County.

Individual Tickets: $50
Sponsorships Available

More information here

Come see the second and final Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble concert of the semester!

For Children Aged 1-2 (12-36 months) accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

NO Registration is required.

CCPL’s Toddler Story Time is a fun, half-hour program featuring age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Maryland Eastern Shore at the CFSB Center.

When: 4 sessions -
Nov 12, 14, 19, 21
Time: 4-5:30pm
Where: MSU’s Fine Arts Building, room #611-6th floor
Who: Kids ages 7+ with disabilities (of any kind)
Fee: FREE

Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild are pleased to announce that we are now accepting registration for your child to participate in the SIDE BY SIDE program. This fall, Arts for All Kentucky and the Murray Art Guild will be offering Side By Side. SIDE BY SIDE is designed to make available creative opportunities to students, reinforce inclusiveness and positive self-image, and highlight the importance of visual arts education to the development of our young people with disabilities.

 —————————

Sessions will be held at MSU’s Fine Arts Building, 6th floor, room #611. They will be taught by MSU Art Education students, as well as Art Education Professor, Dr. Rebecca Williams, and MAG Executive Director, Debi Henry Danielson.

The SIDE BY SIDE visual arts workshops/studios will be:

Thursday, Nov 21 / 4-5:30

Following the 4 studios, your child(ren) will have the opportunity to create artwork alongside a local artist on a collaborative artwork. Those dates will be Tues. Dec. 3, Thurs. Dec. 5, Mon. Dec. 16, Tues. Dec. 17, or Wed. Dec. 18. Studios will meet at MAG, 403 Maple Street, 4:00-5:00pm. Students will partner with a local artist to create a collaborative piece of art. Your child must be available to complete their collaborative pieces, and you will need to choose the date that works for your child when you register.

Works from this year’s program will be displayed in an exhibition scheduled for January 10-26 at Murray’s Convention & Visitors Bureau (206 S 4th St), with a closing reception on Sunday, January 26 at 2pm. Do make plans to attend the reception; artwork will be available to take home at the end of the reception.

There is no fee to participate in this program, but pre-registration is required, so we ask that you register online with the link below. Class size is limited so make sure you register quickly! If you have questions regarding the SIDE BY SIDE program, please feel free to contact us by phone: 270-753-4059 or by email: murrayartguild@gmail.com

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When: 3rd Thursdays / Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Time: 6-8pm
Who: Adults
Instructor: Ann Gosser
Fee: $15 / 2 for $25

Join us on the Third Thursday of each month as we art journal using various collage elements. No art experience required! This is a great time to explore and play with different art techniques in a relaxed environment. Ann Gosser will walk you through different steps of the process and each month will have a different journaling prompt and technique. If you have art materials or a collection of ephemera you like working with you are encouraged to bring them to class. A non spiral bound sketchbook is encouraged but not required. All materials will be provided. Bring a friend, your favorite drink, and a desire to create art for yourself.

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Three witches tell the Scottish general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Encouraged by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and kills more people out of paranoia. Civil war erupts to overthrow Macbeth, resulting in more death.

Free admission for Murray State students.

Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Utah Valley at the CFSB Center.

Three witches tell the Scottish general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Encouraged by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and kills more people out of paranoia. Civil war erupts to overthrow Macbeth, resulting in more death.

Free admission for Murray State students.

The 88th Annual Campus Lights production will be “Young Frankenstein”. Auditions will be held on November 23, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM in room 314v of the Fine Arts building on Murray State’s Campus. Those looking to audition should sign up using the QR code above and prepare a 60- second comedic monologue and 16-32 bars of a song the contemporary musical theatre style.

Three witches tell the Scottish general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Encouraged by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and kills more people out of paranoia. Civil war erupts to overthrow Macbeth, resulting in more death.

Free admission for Murray State students.

Join Enchanted Gaming Emporium for their Pokémon League Cup event! Bring your standard legal deck and battle it out against fellow trainers! Entry into the event is $10 per player.

Three witches tell the Scottish general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Encouraged by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and kills more people out of paranoia. Civil war erupts to overthrow Macbeth, resulting in more death.

Free admission for Murray State students.

Come see the concert of large ensembles made up of middle school band students from across the region on November 25th at 6PM in Lovett Auditorium!

Source: https://www.murraystate.edu/calendar/index.aspx#event-details/f4207631-8906-4a2d-a7ea-45a79a4af3cb

FREE Community Health Screenings & Wellness Information

Diabetes Screening- Hemoglobin AlC

8 am - 10 am

Silent Book Club

2024/2025 Meeting Dates

• November 26

• December – NO Meeting

• January 28

• February 25

• March 25

• April 22

All are welcome to come and enjoy a free, delicious Thanksgiving meal, provided by the community of Calloway County. 11:00am-12:30pm at the gym of 1st United Methodist Church in Murray.

Dine-in or pre-arranged deliveries only. To arrange a delivered meal, call 270-753-0274 by November 25th.

If you are interested in volunteering, contact Erika Mehta 469-951-2661

Donations are needed and can be made to Soup For The Soul:

https://www.facebook.com/S4TSMKY

soup4thesoul.org

Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Big Apple Grill is excited for the return of John Sutton for their Black Friday Party! After the turkey tryptophan wears off, it’s time to dust off your dance shoes and come out and party with family, friends and other folks you might not have seen in awhile at The Big Apple. It is only $5!

Join us at the Christmas Market at Chadwick Sheep Company on Shop Small Saturday! Shop with numerous local makers and farmers, take family pictures with the lambs, tour the farm decorated for Christmas, enjoy hot cocoa and yuletide cider, and stock up on artisan foods for holiday meals.

Join Trends N Treasures for food, great sales, and stop by for those hidden treasures to win gift certificates!

Holiday sounds and smells will fill the air at the Homeplace. Families will experience the wonders of the season with an 1850's twist, including holiday decorations, recipe collections, old time stories, music and a visit from Santa Claus!

10am-2pm | Holiday Craft
10am-3pm | Music by: Stringed Beats
10am | Amish Market
11am-3pm | Holiday Baking in the Kitchen
12-4pm | Holiday Tales by the Fire
1-4pm | Holiday Craft
2-4pm | Warm up with Hot Chocolate & Apple Cider
2:30-4pm | A Visit from Santa

Admission: $9, ages 18 & up | $7 ages 5-17 | 4 & under free

Join us at the Clubhouse for singing, cookies, and fellowship!

The MWC Music Department Chorus and High School choirs will perform.

Now hosting — Sensory Sunday’s! The first Sunday of every month we will hold a sensory friendly event from 2P - 4P!

These will be $10/participant and include all the typical “free play” activities we host during the week!

Source: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558379361183

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

REGISTER HERE >>

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Fall Series Cooking Through the Calendar

with Calloway County FCS & CCPL

Come and learn how to make fun and nutritious University of Kentucky recipes! FREE SAMPLES!

Dates:

• December 3

10:30 AM

Watch the Murray State Racers take on the Evansville Purples at the CFSB Center.

For Children Aged 1-2 (12-36 months) accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

NO Registration is required.

CCPL’s Toddler Story Time is a fun, half-hour program featuring age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

December 4 – It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas! (Holiday Stories)

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Community Room B

Registration Required

Adults are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and board Games and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Tabletop Board Game Club for Adults.

Register Here >>

Tabletop/Board Game Club for Adults Meeting Dates:

Students currently enrolled in 6th-12th Grades

3:30-5:00 PM • Community Room A

Registration Required

Students currently in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and Boar dGames and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Student Tabletop Board Game Club.

Register Here >>

Morning Mysteries Book Club

First Thursday of Each Month, September through May

December 5 – Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict

10:00-11:00 AM

Whether you love a cozy mystery, a classic whodunnit, or an edge-of-your-seat contemporary thriller, CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club has a mystery for you!

CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 10:00-11:00 AM on the first Thursday of each month, September through May.

Morning Mysteries Book Club is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Morning Mysteries Book Club.

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Who: Family & friends - all ages (13 & under need an adult present)
When: 1st Thursdays / DEC 5
Instructor: Amanda Kaler
Fee: $30/each or $50 pair

Bring a friend, your favorite beverage, and come to the MAG to paint and have fun! MAG will provide the light refreshments.

Participants have the option to have guided instruction on this month’s painting, or come create a painting of your own in our space, all materials provided and we'll clean up the mess. Let us know if you would like your painting traced out ahead of time when you register.

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Check out performances of the original compositions of Murray State Composition majors!

Source: https://www.murraystate.edu/calendar/index.aspx#event-details/56c5986a-d059-4381-b6d8-5d26e3d04667

Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Laugh & Learn

Children aged five and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join us on the First Friday of each month at 10:00 AM for a FREE one-hour Laugh and Learn Playdate featuring playful activities designed to prepare them for kindergarten. Adults and children will hear stories, sing songs, make crafts, play games, and enjoy a healthy snack during every playdate.

Presented FREE of Charge. No registration is required.

For more information, please email contactccpl@callowaycountylibrary.org

CCPL Holiday Open House

Stop by to tour CCPL’s Holiday Decorations throughout the library and enjoy refreshments.

Oh, and for all our young friends, Santa will visit CCPL from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

DECEMBER 6 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM!

The Murray Bank will once again be putting on their Downtown Ice Skating Rink. Participants are able to learn how to ice skate or show off their skills on this synthetic ice rink.

Admission is $10 per person per session

Get into the festive spirit and join us for our Holiday Farmers Market on Friday, December 6 from 5-8pm and Saturday December 7 from 10am-2pm.

Discover a wonderful selection of local vendors, unique holiday gifts, handcrafted goods and more. Whether you're shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, you'll find something special to bring up the season.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/downtownmurray

Come celebrate the holidays a little early by seeing the Town and Gown Band and Chorale perform.

Source: https://www.murraystate.edu/calendar/index.aspx#event-details/4cbf9725-13cb-4536-8304-4a3cda0b3f5d

Who: Anyone! (kids under 6 need adult help)
Time: 10 - 1pm (come & go—plan for about 30 minutes)
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Fee: $10/ornament or 3/$25

Come join us during Murray’s Main Street Merriment and make some ”cookie cutter” holiday ornaments to give or to keep! You will pick out your shape, then pick your glaze, paint your ornament & add texture or your name. Make one or make many! Plan about 30 minutes or so for the project. Ornaments will then be fired & ready to pick up by the following Saturday.

REGISTER/ PAY

-OR drop by sometime that day between 10-1 and pay then-

The Murray Bank will once again be putting on their Downtown Ice Skating Rink. Participants are able to learn how to ice skate or show off their skills on this synthetic ice rink.

Admission is $10 per person per session

Get into the festive spirit and join us for our Holiday Farmers Market on Friday, December 6 from 5-8pm and Saturday December 7 from 10am-2pm.

Discover a wonderful selection of local vendors, unique holiday gifts, handcrafted goods and more. Whether you're shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, you'll find something special to bring up the season.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/downtownmurray

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Austin Peay University at the CFSB Center!

Organizations are encouraged to register and deck out their vehicles with Christmas spirit to light up Murray!

The parade will begin at 5:00 PM December 7, 2024

Deadline to register an organization is November 20, 2024

Register at murraychristmasparade.com

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Southeast Missouri at the CFSB Center.

Stitch & Lit Book Club

Second Monday of each month, 1:00- 2:00 PM

December 9 - Books Set At Christmas

Adults

Registration is limited to 15 Participants

Registration Required. Participants need to register only once to join the 2024/2025 Lit & Stitch Book Club.

REGISTER TODAY >>

CCPL’s Lit & Stitch Book Club is a discussion group created for Book Lovers who love stitching.

Group members are invited to come to share their passion for great books and show off their knitting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery, crochet, or quilting works in progress.

Rather than everyone reading the same book, group members will select and read any title they wish on the month’s theme. They may then share thoughts and remarks about their read.

Destress and Treat Yo’Self

Monday, December 9 | 3:30-6:30 PM

Teens and Adults are invited to stop by anytime during this come-and-go program to destress and treat themselves during this busy holiday and end-of-semester season. The program will feature a variety of hands-on, calming, comforting, and fun activities.

On Thursday December 12, from 5:00 Pm to 9:00 PM, The Murray Bank Festival of Lights will be open for Walk-Thru Night. For the admission of five canned goods or a cash donation, participants are able to walk through the Festival of Lights on foot.

Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to the Murray Woman’s club! Drop in and enjoy a light breakfast, crafts, cookie decorating, and plenty of picture opportunities. Admission is $8 per person.

Make a mess with the Grinch! Grinch themed crafts, Christmas games & more! No reservation required!! Grinch will be present 11A - 1P!

Join in celebrating the holidays & the opening of the MAG Members: Small Works exhibit. The Market will be filled with holiday items & yummy treats.

Gift wrapping is available.

You are invited to our Holiday Open House at the Murray Peddlers Mall

Saturday, December 14th from 11am-4pm

Refreshments, Games, Prizes, Booth Sales, and More!

Brown Bag Book Club

Third Tuesday of Each Month, September through May

12:00-1:00 PM

CCPL’s Brown Bag Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month, September through May. Participants are invited to bring their lunch to enjoy during the discussion.

Brown Book Club is Limited to 25 Participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Brown Bag Book Club.

Register Here! >>

Adults

Registration Required.

For Children Aged 1-2 (12-36 months) accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

NO Registration is required.

CCPL’s Toddler Story Time is a fun, half-hour program featuring age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Western Carolina University at the CFSB Center!

Murray's longest running karaoke hostess brings the songs to you. Your show, your voice, your night.

Join us for the 5th Annual Grinch Stink Stank Stunk 5K presented by Fox Ridge Computers. This fun scenic run/walk event has become one of our most desired events as a fundraiser for Towing for Toys. We encourage participants to join in the fun by dressing up in your favorite Christmas attire or Grinch costumes to see who can win the best dressed award

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Illinois State at the CFSB Center!

Rememberlutions

Tuesday, December 31- 1:00-3:00 PM

Community members of all ages are invited to this come-and-go program to create Rememberlutions jars to capture big and small moments throughout the New Year.
All Ages are welcome.

However, an adult must accompany children under 12.

Morning Mysteries Book Club

First Thursday of Each Month, September through May

January 2 – Ordinary Grace by Kent Krueger

10:00-11:00 AM

Whether you love a cozy mystery, a classic whodunnit, or an edge-of-your-seat contemporary thriller, CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club has a mystery for you!

CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 10:00-11:00 AM on the first Thursday of each month, September through May.

Morning Mysteries Book Club is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Morning Mysteries Book Club.

REGISTER HERE >>

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Illinois State at the CFSB Center.

Laugh & Learn

Children aged five and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join us on the First Friday of each month at 10:00 AM for a FREE one-hour Laugh and Learn Playdate featuring playful activities designed to prepare them for kindergarten. Adults and children will hear stories, sing songs, make crafts, play games, and enjoy a healthy snack during every playdate.

Presented FREE of Charge. No registration is required.

For more information, please email contactccpl@callowaycountylibrary.org

WESTERN KY + TN PREMIER WEDDING EXPO

2025 EXPO Details​

Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025​

Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM​

Location: CFSB Center

1401 KY-121 N

Murray, KY 4207

Mark your calendars as WedFest, Western KY + TN's Luxury Wedding Expo, comes to the CFSB Center on January 4, 2025. Join us for an action packed weekend full of premier vendors, tutorials, hands on classes, dress show and more. Tickets on sale now!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Saturday, January 4, 2025

Bridal Breakfast

8:00am - 9:00am

Join us before doors open on Saturday morning to hear from some of the top wedding professionals. Enjoy a catered breakfast in our VIP lounge area and hear from professionals about ways to make your wedding smooth and flawless. Ticket includes admission into the expo, meal, special gift & valuable time with some of our favorite vendors.

Don't miss out on a great wedding planning opportunity.

Cost: $35

EXPO DOORS OPEN - 9:00am

BRIDAL DRESS SHOW

10:00am & 12:00pm

EXPO DOORS CLOSE - 2:00pm 

*MORE DETAILS COMIGN SOON ON HANDS ON CLASSES

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Now hosting — Sensory Sunday’s! The first Sunday of every month we will hold a sensory friendly event from 2P - 4P!

These will be $10/participant and include all the typical “free play” activities we host during the week!

Source: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558379361183

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

REGISTER HERE >>

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Community Room B

Registration Required

Adults are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and board Games and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Tabletop Board Game Club for Adults.

Register Here >>

Tabletop/Board Game Club for Adults Meeting Dates:

Students currently enrolled in 6th-12th Grades

3:30-5:00 PM • Community Room A

Registration Required

Students currently in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and Boar dGames and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Student Tabletop Board Game Club.

Register Here >>

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Valparaiso University at the CFSB Center!

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Valparaiso University at the CFSB Center.

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on University of Illinois Chicago at the CFSB Center!

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

REGISTER HERE >>

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Stitch & Lit Book Club

Second Monday of each month, 1:00- 2:00 PM

January 13 - Classics From the Seventies

Adults

Registration is limited to 15 Participants

Registration Required. Participants need to register only once to join the 2024/2025 Lit & Stitch Book Club.

REGISTER TODAY >>

CCPL’s Lit & Stitch Book Club is a discussion group created for Book Lovers who love stitching.

Group members are invited to come to share their passion for great books and show off their knitting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery, crochet, or quilting works in progress.

Rather than everyone reading the same book, group members will select and read any title they wish on the month’s theme. They may then share thoughts and remarks about their read.

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

When: 3rd Thursdays / Jan, Feb, March, April
Time: 6-8pm
Who: Adults
Instructor: Ann Gosser
Fee: $15 / 2 for $25

Join us on the Third Thursday of each month as we art journal using various collage elements. No art experience required! This is a great time to explore and play with different art techniques in a relaxed environment. Ann Gosser will walk you through different steps of the process and each month will have a different journaling prompt and technique. If you have art materials or a collection of ephemera you like working with you are encouraged to bring them to class. A non spiral bound sketchbook is encouraged but not required. All materials will be provided. Bring a friend, your favorite drink, and a desire to create art for yourself.

REGISTER/ PAY

Date: Sat, January 18
Time: 1-4pm
Who: Teens & Adults
Instructor: Jannette Parent
Fee: $45

Come play, explore and find joy in painting an acrylic abstract winterscape. Without using a brush, we’ll finger-paint, scratch, scribble, scrape and sand our canvases to reveal deep texture and interest.  Working quickly and intuitively, we’ll finish two small  paintings by the end of the class. Set your self-judgment aside and discover a different approach to your creative expression. Whatever stage of your creative journey you’re in, and whether you’re looking for a fresh painting perspective or just want to play, this class will inspire and ignite you.

- ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED -

REGISTER/ PAY

Watch the Murray State Racers take on the Bradley Braves at the CFSB Center.

Brown Bag Book Club

Third Tuesday of Each Month, September through May

12:00-1:00 PM

CCPL’s Brown Bag Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month, September through May. Participants are invited to bring their lunch to enjoy during the discussion.

Brown Book Club is Limited to 25 Participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Brown Bag Book Club.

Register Here! >>

Adults

Registration Required.

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Community Room B

Registration Required

Adults are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and board Games and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Tabletop Board Game Club for Adults.

Register Here >>

Tabletop/Board Game Club for Adults Meeting Dates:

Students currently enrolled in 6th-12th Grades

3:30-5:00 PM • Community Room A

Registration Required

Students currently in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and Boar dGames and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Student Tabletop Board Game Club.

Register Here >>

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Mark your calendars! The Murray Lions Club is hosting a spaghetti dinner...with a twist! This will be a "dining in the dark" experience, which means that you'll eat blindfolded. There will be 1-2 sighted people at each table to provide verbal instructions, but you won't know who is blind and who is sighted until you get there.

As you know, one of the primary missions of the Lions Club is promoting vision health, and this dinner is intended to raise awareness for just how difficult it is to live life with vision impairment. There will be activity stations set up (a big thanks to the Kentucky School for the Blind!) to experience low vision, braille, and a mobility cane as well.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Lions Club service projects as well as KY School for the Blind's Winsight camp, which provides an opportunity for blind and vision impaired high school students to experience life on a college campus, but in a safe and secure environment. This camp empowers these students and can foster self-confidence that can transform college from a dream to a reality.

This is a family friendly, casual event. Please reach out if you have any questions. Contact any Murray Lion for tickets, or follow the PayPal link below to purchase digitally and have your name added to the guest list. Just send the total ticket amount, and there will be an opportunity for you to add guests names on the following page.

https://www.paypal.com/donate/...

Table sponsorships are available! Contact Alli Hillard Robertson for details.

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Indiana State University at the CFSB Center!

Who: Teens 16+ - Adults
When: Saturday/ Jan 25
Time: 10-Noon
Instructor: Chad McLaren
Fee: $40

Join us for an introductory class on soft pastels, where we’ll create a winter-themed piece on sanded paper. Chad will guide you through his approach to using color, helping you build confidence and technique in this versatile medium, which is perfect for beginners! All materials are included.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Chad McLaren is a full-time artist based out of Paducah, KY. You can find more about him and his works at happyaccidentgallery.com.

Watch the Murray State Racers take on the Belmont Bruins at the CFSB Center

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on University of Evansville at the CFSB Center!

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

REGISTER HERE >>

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Don’t miss the Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour Presented by Jersey Mike's Subs.

Get the best seats before they are gone! Find a great event and bring a smile to a friend or loved one with tickets!

Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Mon, 30 Sep 2024 at 10:00 AM

Citi® Cardmember Presale : Tue, 17 Sep 2024 at 09:00 AM

Venue Pre-Sale : Mon, 23 Sep 2024 at 10:00 AM

HGI Pre-Sale : Mon, 23 Sep 2024 at 10:00 AM

Ticketmaster Pre Sale - Early Access : Mon, 23 Sep 2024 at 10:00 AM

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Silent Book Club

2024/2025 Meeting Dates

• January 28

• February 25

• March 25

• April 22

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

REGISTER HERE >>

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Who: Kids age 8+
When: 4 Tuesdays - February 4, 11, 18, 25
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Time: 4-5:15pm
Fee: $60

Participants will be creating objects with clay (hand building) in a fun, multi-age, low stress environment. All pieces will be available to pick up a few weeks after class.

REGISTER/ PAY

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Watch the Murray State Racers take on Drake University at the CFSB Center

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Community Room B

Registration Required

Adults are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and board Games and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Tabletop Board Game Club for Adults.

Register Here >>

Tabletop/Board Game Club for Adults Meeting Dates:

Students currently enrolled in 6th-12th Grades

3:30-5:00 PM • Community Room A

Registration Required

Students currently in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to play their favorite Tabletop and Boar dGames and learn to play some new games.

Participants need only register once to join the 2024/2025 Student Tabletop Board Game Club.

Register Here >>

Morning Mysteries Book Club

First Thursday of Each Month, September through May

February 6 – The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

10:00-11:00 AM

Whether you love a cozy mystery, a classic whodunnit, or an edge-of-your-seat contemporary thriller, CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club has a mystery for you!

CCPL’s Morning Mysteries Book Club is an informal book discussion group designed for adults. It meets from 10:00-11:00 AM on the first Thursday of each month, September through May.

Morning Mysteries Book Club is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required.

Participants need to register only once to be registered for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Morning Mysteries Book Club.

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Who: Kids ages 5-8
When:  4 Thursdays / Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Time: 4-5pm
Fee: $40

Introducing an after school class for younger kids! Only one hour, we will have a theme for the week and plenty of supplies for process-led, open-ended imagination and crafting!

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Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

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When: 4 Fridays / Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
Ages: 3-5 with adult helper, sibs ok, or drop off if needed
Time: 9am - 10am
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Fee: $30
PLACE: MAG - 403 MAPLE ST.

Get ready to get messy! Kids & helpers will be doing different fun projects every week, with a process oriented approach to creating. The fall classes will be inside the (new) MAG at 403 Maple St, and will be limited to 6 participants. Please wear old / play clothes!

register here!

Laugh & Learn

Children aged five and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join us on the First Friday of each month at 10:00 AM for a FREE one-hour Laugh and Learn Playdate featuring playful activities designed to prepare them for kindergarten. Adults and children will hear stories, sing songs, make crafts, play games, and enjoy a healthy snack during every playdate.

Presented FREE of Charge. No registration is required.

For more information, please email contactccpl@callowaycountylibrary.org

WHEN: SATURDAY, Feb 8
INSTRUCTOR: Lu Colby
WHO: Teens & Adults
COST: $50 / one person or $90/ pair
TIME: 10am - 1 (bring a snack if you want)

This workshop is a fun and hands-on screen printing experience! In this class, we'll begin by learning the basics of screen printing as you create your own unique designs on high-quality cardstock. Once we’ve printed your custom Valentine cards, we’ll move into the second part of the workshop, where you can personalize each card with cutouts, stickers, and heartfelt notes to make them truly one-of-a-kind and unique to the recipient in mind! Perfect for all skill levels.

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Mondays, 10:00-10:30 AM (September-April)

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Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families with autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs.

This weekly interactive storytime will provide a place for families to bring children for learning stations, sensory play, music and movement, and more based on a book. This unique storytime is designed for children aged 2-5 with sensory needs accompanied by an adult, but all are welcome, including siblings.

Registration is required and limited to 10 families to create a smaller, more accessible group.

Families need to register only once to be registered for the 2024/2025 Sensory Storytime Series.

Stitch & Lit Book Club

Second Monday of each month, 1:00- 2:00 PM

February 10 - Books By Authors Who Were Born in February

Adults

Registration is limited to 15 Participants

Registration Required. Participants need to register only once to join the 2024/2025 Lit & Stitch Book Club.

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CCPL’s Lit & Stitch Book Club is a discussion group created for Book Lovers who love stitching.

Group members are invited to come to share their passion for great books and show off their knitting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery, crochet, or quilting works in progress.

Rather than everyone reading the same book, group members will select and read any title they wish on the month’s theme. They may then share thoughts and remarks about their read.

Who: Kids age 8+
When: 4 Tuesdays - February 4, 11, 18, 25
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Time: 4-5:15pm
Fee: $60

Participants will be creating objects with clay (hand building) in a fun, multi-age, low stress environment. All pieces will be available to pick up a few weeks after class.

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Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 11
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Watch the Murray State Racers take on the UIC Flames at the CFSB Center.

Children aged 3, 4, 5, or 6 (who have not yet attended Kindergarten) accompanied by an adult.

No Registration Required

CCPL’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program featuring stories, songs, and activities based upon the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness.

Accompanying Adults:
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child during this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather:
The Calloway County Public Library Story Time Program follows the Calloway County School System weather closings. If the Calloway County Schools are closed due to weather or hazardous road conditions, storytime will not be held, even if the library is open.

Who: Kids ages 5-8
When:  4 Thursdays / Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Time: 4-5pm
Fee: $40

Introducing an after school class for younger kids! Only one hour, we will have a theme for the week and plenty of supplies for process-led, open-ended imagination and crafting!

register here!

Who: Teens 16+ and Adults
When: 6 Thursdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13
Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Instructor: Anne Beyer
Fee: $250

In this class you will learn the basics of working with clay through learning to throw on the pottery wheel. Objects covered include cups, vases, bowls, and plates. Students will also learn how to turn their thrown objects into finished pieces by learning trimming techniques, how to attach handles and how to apply glaze. All levels are welcome. Any weather related make-up days will be determined by the instructor.

Bring an old towel. MAG provides each student up to 1 bag of clay. Additional clay will be sold at cost. Fee also includes outside studio time during MAG business hours.

REGISTER/ PAY

Watch the Murray State Racer’s Women’s Basketball team take on Drake University at the CFSB Center!

When: 4 Fridays / Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
Ages: 3-5 with adult helper, sibs ok, or drop off if needed
Time: 9am - 10am
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Fee: $30
PLACE: MAG - 403 MAPLE ST.

Get ready to get messy! Kids & helpers will be doing different fun projects every week, with a process oriented approach to creating. The fall classes will be inside the (new) MAG at 403 Maple St, and will be limited to 6 participants. Please wear old / play clothes!

register here!