Thursday, September 09, 2010
Living the Loss of a Child: The First Years after the Death Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Hospice of the Bluegrass, 208 Steele Street, Frankfort Details: For parents who have lost a minor or adult child since January 2008. Contact Melinda Simpson, LCSW at 502-223-1744 for details. Bill Monroe Centennial Kick-Off Concert
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY 40601
Details: Cralle-Day Garden, behind the Center for Kentucky History
KHS will kick off the Bill Monroe centennial with bluegrass and barbecue in the garden just before what would have been the musician’s 99th birthday. Join bluegrass scholar Tom Adler as he interviews and presents performances by Jim Smoak and Danny Jones, former members of Bill Monroe’s band, the Blue Grass Boys, and master bluegrass musicians Michael Cleveland, Larry Raley and Steve Cooley. Free with admission. Contact Mark Brown at 502-564-1792 for more information.
Winter's Bone, Critically Acclaimed Film at the Grand Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 308 St. Clair
Details: Info: 352-7469 or www.grandtheatrefrankfort.org
Friday, September 10, 2010
The Secret Garden At the Paul Sawyier Library Time: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Paul Sawyier Library Details: Creativity Inspired by Literature, A Standard Flower Show sponsored by The Garden Club of Frankfort
Patriotic Fun Run/Walk in Downtown Frankfort
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Downtown Frankfort
Details: More info: advancement@frankfortchristian.org
Farmers Bank Concert Series / Ray Bryd & The Big Maracas
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Old Capitol Lawn,
Broadway Street
Details: Music on the lawn - open to the public - come out for good food, good music, and a good time. Organized by Downtown Frankfort, Inc. For more information go to www.downtownfrankfort.com
Saturday, September 11, 2010
The Secret Garden At the Paul Sawyier Library Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Paul Sawyier Library Details: Creativity Inspired by Literature, A Standard Flower Show sponsored by The Garden Club of Frankfort
Commonwealth Credit Union’s Annual Youth Festival
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Louisville Road Branch
1425 Louisville Road
Frankfort, Kentucky
Details: The festival is FREE for everyone! FREE cookout for youth ages 12 and under.
Kids Helping Kids – all youth attending the festival are invited to bring a non-perishable food item for another child. All food items will be donated to the Franklin County Family Resource Center “Weekend Backpack Meals” program. See our website for a complete listing of food items. www.ccuky.org
Check out just some of the activities:
• Inflatable Obstacle Course and Fun Houses
• Horse Rides
• Petting Zoo
• Children’s Vision & Learning Center
• Josephine Sculpture Park
• Princess Makeovers
• Ky State Police Vehicle Crash Awareness Trailer
• Commonwealth CU Traffic Safety City
• FREE Child Safety Seat Inspections
• Kate the Cow – Department of Agriculture
• Horse Rides
• “We Fly Kites” Youth Band performing throughout the day!
• And lots more!
Family-History Workshop: “Researching Virginia Repositories” and “What do You Mean, the Courthouse Burned?”
Time: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY
Details: 10:30 a.m. - Researching Virginia Repositories
Roger Futrell will detail the record groups—city, county and state--that are unique to Virginia and describe the major repositories that house Virginia sources.
From natural disasters to burned courthouses, the loss of historical records can put up seemingly insurmountable barriers to your research efforts. However, creative strategies exist for finding clues in other records that can help fill the gaps in your research. Louise Jones, KHS director of special collections and library, will offer suggestions about what to do next when records and documents are missing. Registration required by noon on Sept. 10. Contact thre reference desk at 502-564-1792 for more information.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Grief Support Group-Versailles Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Woodford County Library, 115 N. Main, Versailles Details: Hospice of the Bluegrass provides a monthly grief support group for those who have lost a loved one. This group is facilitated by Peggy Williams, CSW. Call 502-223-1744 for details. Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Food for Thought: “What a Difference a Day Makes” Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Location: Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY Details: Pat Day grew up in a small Colorado town where he dreamed of becoming a rodeo cowboy. He was eventually persuaded to become a jockey, and had great success on the track. Day retired with 8,804 victories—fourth all time. His career is flush with big wins, including 12 Breeders’ Cups, nine Triple Crowns, five Preakness Stakes, one Kentucky Derby and three Belmont Stakes. Join us for a day with Day. Reservations required by Sept. 10. $18 for KHS members and $23 for all other patrons. Contact Julia Curry at 502-564-1792 for more information. Grief Support Group-Lawrenceburg
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Anderson County Senior Citizens Center, 160 Township Square, Lawrenceburg
Details: Hospice of the Bluegrass provides a monthly grief support group for those who have lost a loved one. This group is facilitated by Angela Mohedano, LCSW. Call 502-223-1744 for details.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
History Campus Teacher Open House Time: 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY 40601 Details: During this come-and-go event, enjoy refreshments, network with other educators and learn how the KHS history campus, resources and programs can compliment your curriculum. Contact Mike Deetsch at 502-564-1792 for more information. Monday, September 20, 2010
Spouse Loss Support Group Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Hospice of the Bluegrass, 208 Steele Street, Frankfort Details: Hospice of the Bluegrass provides a monthly grief support group designed for adults who are grieving the loss of a spouse. Contact Peggy Williams, CSW at 502-223-1744 for details. Thursday, September 23, 2010
Kentucky Food Sampler Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY Details: Treat your taste buds to some of Kentucky’s finest cuisine and enjoy a wine tasting by Red Dot Wine and Spirits. Sample dishes from the All the Way Shoppe in Bagdad, Beaumont Inn in Harrodsburg, Holly Hill Inn in Midway, Jonathan’s at Gratz Park in Lexington and The Whistle Stop in Glendale and try recipes from the “Sterling Bits Cookbook” and “Splash of Bourbon: Kentucky’s Spirit.” Reservations required by Sept. 17. $35 for KHS members and $40 for all other guests. Contact Julia Curry at 502-564-1792 for more information. Friday, September 24, 2010
ArtWalk Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Downtown Frankfort Details: prior to our final Summer Concert of the season. Come downtown and marvel at the number of venues featuring art, it's free and it's fun! Contact DFI for more info at 223-2261.
Farmers Bank Concert Series / Alonzo Pennington & Da Mudcats
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Old Capitol Lawn,
Broadway Street
Details: Music on the lawn - open to the public - come out for good food, good music, and a good time. Organized by Downtown Frankfort, Inc. For more information go to www.downtownfrankfort.com
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Arts & Crafts, Quilts at the Covered Bridge Day Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Switzer Covered Bridge Details: Anyone interested in having an arts and crafts booth at Switzer Covered Bridge Day should call 695-2266. There's no charge but reservations are necessary. For more information about the show call Susan at 695-5126 or Toni at 695-2878 Star 103.7 Presents Blessid Union of Souls
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Frankfort Convention Center
Details: 7 Top 40 Singles, 5 Top Ten Hits,and 2 Platinum Albums. Star 103.7 Presents Blessid Union of Souls Live at the Frankfort Convention Center. Advance tickets are $20.00 and available online at www.star1037.com. Day of show tickets available starting at 6 PM September 25th at the Frankfort Convention Center for $25.00. Cash Only Accepted Day of Show.
Star 103.7 presents BLESSID UNION OF SOULS at the Frankfort Convention Center
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 405 Mero St
Details: Tickets availabe at www.star1037.com . Info: 875-1130
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Simon House Open House Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: 208 West Campbell Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 Details: The Simon House cordially invites members of the community to attend an open house on Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m. The Simon House is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization and homeless shelter for women and their children aged 12 years and under. The Simon House is conveniently located at 208 West Campbell Street in downtown Frankfort. Since 1987, the Simon House has been a staple in the Franklin County area—serving residents in Frankfort and the central Kentucky area.
Stop by and meet the new Executive Director, Pam McCalla, Simon House Board Members and find out how you can make a difference in your community. Volunteer opportunities are available.
For more information, visit online at www.simonhouseonline.org or by calling (502)223-2138.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Parent Loss Support Group Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Hospice of the Bluegrass, 208 Steele Street, Frankfort Details: Hospice of the Bluegrass provides a monthly grief support group designed for adults who are grieving the loss of a parent. Contact Angela Mohedano, LCSW at 502-223-1744 for details.