Auditions!!
The Public Theatre of Kentucky’s Sunburst Youth Theatre seeks eager youth (ages 7-18, singers or not) to fill all parts in our large cast summer youth production.
Honk! Jr.
The Musical
Book by: Anthony Drewe
Music by: George Stiles
Lyrics by : Anthony Drewe
Directed by: Lusie Cuskey
Musical Director: Emily White
May 29th and 31st
7-9pm
The Phoenix Theatre
545 Morris Alley
BG, KY 42101
HONK! JR. is a contemporary retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling with a JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT-esque score that everyone will enjoy.
2000 Olivier Award for Best New Musical (the British equivalent of the Tony® Award) --beating out such heavyweights as MAMMA MIA! and THE LION KING.
Character Breakdown
BARNACLES, SNOWY, PINKFOOT: The geese in Greylag's "squad." They join in singing "Wild Goose Chase." Good singers.
DOT: A motherly type, she is genuinely concerned with helping Ugly find his mother. Dot doesn't think that Greylag, her husband, is an entirely capable leader, but she kindly humors his "over the top" actions. She sings solo as well as with Greylag in "Wild Goose Chase." Good singer
DRAKE: Ida's husband. Drake is a sarcastic character. He is the stereotypical sitcom father – often shirking his parental duties. Drake finds Ugly quite repulsive and isn't afraid to say it to anyone, including his wife. He should have good comic timing and a strong singing voice. Drake opens the show singing "A Poultry Tale."
A - F
Baritone or Tenor
FATHER SWAN, MOTHER SWAN & BERWICK: Penny's family. They help to console Ida when she thinks her son has dies, and they offer to take Ugly with them when they migrate. They do not sing solos.
GRACE: "The most distinguished duck on the lake." Very aristocratic, she is considered the queen of the duck yard. All of the other animals look up to Grace and respect her. She, of course, is quite aware of this and is therefore a little bit haughty.
GREYLAG: A somewhat pompous goose and washed-up British military type, Greylag tends to over glorify his mundane activities (i.e. migrating South) to the level of military operation status. Only his wife, Dot, truly knows how to handle him. He sings a solo in "Wild Goose Chase."
A - C
Baritone
HENRIETTA: A hen and another of Maureen's friends. Henrietta and Maureen gossip about the goings on in the duck yard. She takes great pleasure in making fun of Ugly. Henrietta does not sing solo.
IDA: Ugly's mom. Ida is extremely protective of her son and committed to his safety. She is sweet but feisty, and she knows how to handle her husband, Drake. After Ugly is lured away from the barnyard by the Cat, Ida is determined to find him. Ida and Ugly's relationship is a key ingredient of the show. She is the one who teaches him that it is OK to be different. Ida sings several solos, and therefore she should have a strong soprano singing voice.
F - A
Soprano
JAY BIRD: An investigative reporter. A very "in your face" bird, all she/he cares about is getting a good story. She/He is the typical TV news personality who one would find on a reality TV show like "America's Most Wanted." She/He reports a story about Ugly's disappearance.
If this character is played by a female, the name can be changed to "Maggie Pie."
MAUREEN: A moorhen and Ida's best friend. (Originally found on the moors, a moorhen is a hen that lives near the water.) Maureen genuinely loves Ida, but she can't resist a bit of good gossip. To the little ducklings, she is the typical annoying and overly affectionate "aunt." Maureen sings "The Joy of Motherhood" with Ida, so she should also be a strong singer.
G# - C#
Mezzo-Soprano
PENNY: The young, beautiful swan that Ugly saves from a tangled fishing net. She is able to see beyond Ugly's looks and she loves him for who he is. She does not sing solo.
THE BULLFROG: A laidback, self confident frog with whom Ugly comes into contact in the second half of the show. The frog cheers Ugly up with his/her song, "Warts and All." Optimistic and funny, he/she is a stand up comedian type of character will suited to someone with good improvisational sills and comic timing. This role can be played by a male or female.
A – F
THE CAT: The sly, cunning villain of the show. All of the other animals are deathly afraid of him. He is manipulative, cunning, witty and above all, HUNGRY. The Cat pretends to be Ugly's friend so he can eat him. The actor playing this role (which could be played by a male or a female) should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. He sings a few songs, but his character allows for many of the lyrics to be "talk-sung." Improv skills are a plus.
A – Eb
THE DUCKLINGS: Beaky, Fluff, Billy, Downy are Ugly's siblings – cute little kid types. They are among the "popular" ones in the duck yard who enjoy making Ugly feel left out. They sing as a group.
THE TURKEY: The headmaster of the ducklings' school. The Turkey is a bit snobbish and joins in the fun of teasing Ugly. There is of course one word that send shivers down his spine – THANKSGIVING! The Turkey does not sing solo.
UGLY: The ugly ducking and the main character of HONK! JR. Innocent, easily confused and very impressionable, Ugly doesn't understand why it is wrong being different. However, his insecurities melt away as his character gradually changes from a gullible duckling to a wise swan, filled with self-esteem. He is the heart and soul of the show. He must be a strong singer and good actor.
D - F
Tenor
This production MAY be double cast as long as we can assure a quality experience for each individual. The show will open August 16th and run thru the 26th, withPOTENTIAL school day performances August 21st and 22nd. Please complete the attached audition form to bring to auditions along with a current photo.
AUDITION DETAILS AND INSTRUCTIONS: Please come prepared to sing 1 minute a capella. Participants will then be separated into small groups for a ‘cold read’ of scenes selected by the director—so come with a good attitude prepared to have a blast!!
For further information on the show—character research, pictures of productions, song samples, etc., click or copy and paste the link below into your browser.
Please feel free to call (270) 781-6233 or email ptkybg@gmail.com with questions or for further information.
Community Education of Warren County
Staying active and engaged is one of the best ways to stay young. Call Bowling Green Warren County Community Education to find out about adult enrichment classes through June 30, 2012. There are classes for everyone, from recreation to cooking to language to arts and crafts! Visit the website at www.commed.usor call 270-842-4281. www.commed.us/enrich.
Don’t let a good class die for lack of registration. Visit http://commed.us/enrich/index.html today and sign up for your favorite Enrichment class. From crafts to computers to dance, we’ve got classes to keep you engaged, enriched, and fulfilled, with registration through May 12th! Join Community Education today. For more information, call 270-842-4281.
Community Education and the Warren County Bar Association, along with KY Legal Aid, present seminar on Elder Law and Long-Term Care Issues on Saturday, May 19, at the Community Education office on Westen Avenue. Class is free, but pre-registration is requested. Call 842-4281 today for more details and to register for class.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION, AMERICAN BANK & TRUST, THE BOWLING GREEN KIWANIS CLUB, and MCDONALD’S ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR 15TH ANNUAL STAND FOR CHILDREN DAY EVENT: “STAND 2012: BEING GOOD NEIGHBORS” is TO BE HELD IN BOWLING GREEN ON JUNE 20, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., AT THE BOWLING GREEN BALLPARK. (Rain Date June 21) Community Education and the Stand for Children sponsors and partners announce plans for this year’s Stand for Children Day. This year, the 15th annual Stand for Children Day in Bowling Green, will be held at June 20th, at the Bowling Green Ballpark. This year’s event will feature many activities for children and families, as Bowling Green celebrates services available for families. There will be music, games, and entertainment on site. At this time Community Education would like to hear from non-profits or other agencies that would like to participate in this free family event. Please contact Anne Grubbs at 842-4281, or agrubbs@commed.us.
Community Education will also hold their annual children’s book drive during this period. Books for children and youth will be collected and donated to area children in crisis and transition situations. In addition to bringing books to the event, other collection points will include the area American Bank & Trust locations, the Community Education office, all branches of Warren County Library. There will also be special promotional dates when books can be traded for a discount for entry into the Skate Box and some Hot Rods games. Details will be announced. Dates for the book drive are June 4 - 20. The week of June 18 - 22 will be declared Stand for Children Week, and a variety of activities will take place around the community, including guest readers visiting area daycare centers and camp sites. A joint city-county proclamation will be issued on June 18th, 10:00 a.m., at the Ballpark.
Community Action of Southern Kentucky
Do you like to cook delicious recipes? Do you have a heart for helping local senior citizens? Buy a CommunityActionSeniorCenter Program Cookbook for only $15 or 2 for $20. All proceeds support local SeniorCenter enrichment activities. This "Southern Cooking" cookbook includes many recipes from local seniors and it even comes with its own stand. Help local senior citizens and purchase a cookbook for yourself and get one for a friend, call your local Community Action Senior Center at 270-783-4484.
Attention Golfers! You are invited to Tee off for Community Action of Southern Kentucky at the 6th Annual Charity Golf Classic at Rolling Hills Golf Course in Russellville Wednesday May 23rd! The Charity Golf Classic benefits individuals and families confronting issues of poverty in the 10 county area. You can help others and changes live in your own community by participating in the Community Action Charity Golf Classic, call 782-3162 or visit www.casoky.org.
Fourth Annual Day of Caring
Wednesday, July 25th, marks United Way of Southern Kentucky’s Fourth Annual Day of Caring. The United Way Day of Caring is a one day, structured volunteer opportunity that provides participants with a peek at volunteering. On this one day, businesses can make a commitment to offer their employees the opportunity to "step away from their desks" to provide hands-on, volunteer labor for a wide variety of projects. Team participation in the Day of Caring aids in building camaraderie and goodwill among employees while also helping the community. Many individuals across our community also set aside this day to volunteer their time assisting with projects. As a result, hundreds of volunteers from throughout Southern Kentucky join local non-profit organizations and make real changes in people’s lives.
The United Way Day of Caring also offers a unique opportunity for non-profit organizations to market their services to the community, establish relationships with local businesses, and strengthen the volunteers' awareness of each organization’s mission. Non-profit organizations interested in submitting a project proposal for the Day of Caring can do so now by submitting the Project Proposal Application which can be found at www.unitedwaydayofcaring.com or by contacting the United Way office at 270-843-3205. Any and all non-profit and not-for-profit agencies and organizations located in Allen, Barren, Logan, Simpson, and Warren Counties (both United Way partner agencies and non-partner agencies) are welcome to submit as many Project Proposals as desired for completion on the Day of Caring, July 25th. Projects can be submitted in full and half day increments. Projects can include everything from painting, landscaping, interacting with clients, construction, carnivals, and more. Projects can also be submitted which will accommodate those company employees who cannot leave the worksite during the time of the event. All Project Proposals are due to the United Way by May 23rd.
In 2011, 114 projects were completed by 931 volunteers across Allen, Barren, Logan, Simpson, and Warren counties as part of the Day of Caring. In 2012, the United Way of Southern Kentucky hopes to recruit 1,000 volunteers to complete more than 100 quality projects.
Volunteer teams and individuals who choose to participate in the United Way Day of Caring this year will be able to select their projects based on the information provided by the participating non-profits in the project proposals starting June 4th at www.unitedwaydayofcaring.com on a first come, first serve basis.
For more information or to participate in the Day of Caring, contact United Way of Southern Kentucky at 270-843-3205 or log onto www.unitedwaydayofcaring.com .
Humane Society Happenings
The Bowling Green/Warren CountyHumane Society offers a wide variety of veterinary services at low cost, including for pets from out of the country or even out of state. These include vaccinations, microchipping, and of course spay and neutering. They even accept appointments and payment of fees over the phone. Call 842-8572, or 783-9404 for more details.
Riverview at Hobson Grove Events
Riverview at Hobson Grove is pleased to present "VICTORIAN SKILLS For Young Ladies and Gentlemen," a series of workshops for children ages 8 to 12. Nancy Baird, past Kentucky History Specialist of the Kentucky Library at WKU, will lead each of the workshops to be held at the historic house museum. Participants will learn a traditional Victorian hand craft and create a memento to take home. Each of these two and one half hour workshops is limited to a specific age and number of participants so reservations are required. All tools and materials will be provided for each workshop.
Tuesday, August 14 and Wednesday, August 15 at 3:30pm -- Doll Quilt. In this two day workshop, each child will learn to piece together and create a small quilt for their doll's bed.
Tuesday, October 16 at 3:30pm -- Knit a Scarf. A knitting workshop for girls ages 8 and older who will learn to make a scarf using knitting needles. Knitting was originally a male-only hand craft occupation and derived from the word knot. A variety of different knitting stitches will be taught. Just in time to make a warm scarf for the cool weather!
Tuesday, November 27 at 3:30pm -- Felt Christmas Ornament for boys and girls to each create a traditional felt ornament just in time for their tree or to give as a special gift for the holidays.
Reservations are required and class size is limited. For further information, please call Riverview at 843-5565. Riverview is located at 1100 West Main Avenue in Bowling Green's Hobson Grove Park. Please keep in contact with upcoming events by adding us to your Address Book and by clicking the "Like" button of our Facebook page.
Need a place for a literary meeting, bridge club or just a group of friends to gather in a quiet setting? Riverview has a meeting room available for rental by small groups. Please call 843-5565 for more information about dates and rates.
Please consider joining us by becoming a Friend of Riverview. Go to Riverview's Membership page or please contact us for further information.
Visit our Museum Shop for specialty items and decor celebrating the spring.
Warren County Public Library
The Warren County Public Library Mobile Branch stops at Bristow Elementary School each Monday from 10a to 1pm. The Branch is open to the public, along with students from the elementary school. Oh hand is a selection of books, DVDs and audiobooks. For more info log onto www.warrenpl.org
Warren County Public Library offers several book discussion groups every month: The Bob Kirby Branch Library hosts the Cover to Cover book discussion group the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. The Main Library on State Street hosts two Great Books discussion groups meet each month: (1) the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m.; (2) the following Thursday at 12:30 p.m. Smiths Grove Branch Library hosts the Divas book discussion group the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information, please contact Ashley Fowlkes, Assistant Director, Warren County Public Library 270.781.4882, ext. 203
Michael Palmer, M.D. latest book is Oath of Office. He has also written A Heartbeat Away, The Last Surgeon, The Second Opinion, The First Patient, The Fifth Vial, The Society, Fatal, The Patient, Miracle Cure, Critical Judgment, Silent Treatment, Natural Causes, Extreme Measures, Flashback, Side Effects, and The Sisterhood. His books have been translated into thirty-five languages. He trained in internal medicine at Boston City and Massachusetts General Hospitals, spent twenty years as a full-time practitioner of internal and emergency medicine, and is now an associate director of the Massachusetts Medical Society’s physician health program. His book Extreme Measures was made into a movie starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Hugh Grant and Gene Hackman.Mr. Palmer will speak at the Christ Episcopal Church Activity Hall (next door to the Main Library) on Thursday, May 17 at 6:00 p.m. Free tickets are available at all library locations or by email: jaynep@warrenpl.org. For more information, call 270-781-4882 or visit www.warrenpl.org.
Mary Alice Monroe is the New York Times best-selling author of thirteen novels, including The Butterfly’s Daughter, The Beach House, Time is a River, and Last Light over Carolina. Her latest book is Beach House Memories. She found her true calling in environmental fiction when she moved to coastal South Carolina. Already a successful author, she was captivated by the beauty and fragility of her new home. Her experiences living in the midst of a habitat that was quickly changing gave her a strong and important focus for her books. Her novel, The Butterfly’s Daughter, is set against the phenomenal migration of the endangered monarch butterfly. She has also explored the problems of endangered sea turtles (The Beach House, Swimming Lessons, and her first children’s book, Turtle Summer), raptors (Skyward), the indigenous grass and endangered coastal ecosystem of South Carolina (Sweetgrass), the rivers and mountains of North Carolina (Time is a River), and the disappearing world of the coastal shrimping industry (Last Light over Carolina). Mary Alice is an active conservationist who is a board member of the South Carolina Aquarium and is a member of the Isle of Palms/Sullivan’s Island Turtle Team. For more information, visit her website www.maryalicemonroe.com. Mary Alice will speak at the Christ Episcopal Church Activity Hall (next door to the Main Library) on Thursday, June 7 at 6:00 p.m. Free tickets are available at any library location or by email: jaynep@warrenpl.org. For more information, call 270-781-4882 or visit www.warrenpl.org.
Readers of all ages are invited to shoot for the stars this summer as Warren County Public Library presents its Summer Reading Program: “Dream Big—READ!”Free activities for all ages will take place during June and July at all library locations. The kick-off event -– a spectacular laser lights show -- will take place Thursday, June 7, at 1:30 p.m. at Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School’s gym. All events are free of charge and open to the public. The 2012 Summer Reading Program line-up includes weekly programs, special presentations, and a reading incentive program with great prizes. The program is open to young people, preschool through high school, as well as to adults. “Reading is the best way for children to learn and for students to keep their minds engaged during the summer break,” says assistant director Ashley Fowlkes. “Visiting the library is also a bargain-friendly way for families to plan fun events and keep kids engaged while they’re out of school. And summer reading is not just for kids –- adult readers can read for prizes and enjoy a variety of author events and various workshops, as well.” New to this year is the opportunity for kids to take their own personal Flat-Stanley-styled book characters on reading adventures with them. Reading logs will provide uploading instructions that will allow them and their parents to post and view pictures of the characters in various settings in an online photo gallery. Grand finales will take place the last week of July, and reading logs should be turned in by July 28. The final event of the summer will take place Sunday, July 29; young readers can earn tickets and family members can purchase discount tickets to a special “library night” Hot Rods game that day, featuring a summer reader pre-game parade. For additional information, contact any library location or go online and check out the calendar of events at www.warrenpl.org.
Student Arts Exhibits will be featured at the Warren County Public Library for the months of June and July. At the Main Library, the student art of VSA Kentucky will be exhibited. The VSA Kentucky Student Traveling Art Exhibit, “A Matter of Perspective” is an annual exhibit comprised of up to 30 pieces of artwork created by students in grades K-12 with disabilities from twenty-three different schools across Kentucky. The art is lively and imaginative. It debuted last November at the Galt House in Louisville during the Conference on Exceptional Children and was on display at the Capitol Plaza Tower in Frankfort during Youth Art Month in March. VSA Kentucky’s purpose is to help create a society where people with disabilities can learn through, participate in, and enjoy the arts. VSA Kentucky is a statewide nonprofit organization that provides arts education and inclusion programs for children and adults with disabilities and showcases the accomplishments of artists with disabilities.
At the Bob Kirby Branch, the 4th grade students of Cumberland Trace Elementary will present their version of a gallery in the Museum of Modern Art. The students did the "paintings of their dreams" and the exhibit allows other students to interact by writing about which one is most like the painting of their dreams. “There will be many student examples of the art that viewers would see if they attended the real Museum of Modern Art in New York City,” says art teacher Teresa Christmas. “Many of my students did pieces they call Remembering Helen Frankenthaler. She was an abstract expressionist who stained unprimed canvas and contributed to the school of art known as color field. Students attempted to use her technique in their works.” The exhibit featuring Gayle Novick continues through the month of June at the Smiths Grove Branch.
For more information about these exhibits or exhibiting work at the library, please contact Jayne Pelaski at jaynep@warrenpl.org.
Other Happenings
If you are involved in a charity or a public service effort, or are part of a non-profit organization, All Hit WUHU-107 would love to help you raise those funds, raise public awareness, or promote your charity to make southern Kentucky a better place to live. Simply fax your press release to 843-0454, or complete the "What's Happening" report on this website.
The international 'Eliminate Project' campaign is underway. The Eliminate Project is an initiative to eliminate Maternal-Neonatal Tetanus from the face of the earth. This completely preventable illness takes the life of one baby every 9 minutes. A vaccine to protect one mother and all of her children only cost $1.80. The goal of the following event will be to raise money to save hundreds of lives. The easiest way to learn about it is through this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T79ysJMMdoY&feature=relmfu
Did you know only 26.3% of people volunteered at least once in 2010? The ALIVE Center in Bowling Green is here to help you get connected to volunteering. Whether you want to volunteer at certain events or on a regular basis, giving back to the community is one of the most rewarding experiences. For a full list of opportunities for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, please visit www.wku.edu/ALIVE or call 270-782-0082.
Celebrate SUMMER FOR THE SOLDIERS 2012! YOUR SUPPORT MEANS EVERYTHING!FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT, AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! WHABAH STEAKHOUSE June 16th 10am-6pm Bowling Green, KY Facebook:Summer for the Soldiers 2012 ssofbgky@yahoo.com GET INVOLVED, BE A PART, MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Drop off locations to donate items prior to June 16: Total Cheer, Forever Communications, Kroger on Scottsville Road and Home Source Direct. There will be local bands playing all day! Donations will be accepted at Summer for the Soldiers, come and write a note for our troops overseas, children can make a drawing to send, visit vendors who support our troops, or bid on silent auction items, make a donation for the cause and pack the Humvee from the Armed Forces Recuitment. Home is just a care package away, and your support means everything. www.soldiersupportofBG.webs.com for more details!
Help raise funds for National Alliance on Mental Illness BG Chapter and catch a Hot Rods game at Bowling Green Ballpark Thursday, May 17th! Tickets are $10.00 per seat with a portion of the proceeds to benefit NAMI Bowling Green Chapter. Come hear Dr. Jay Gabbard speak about his own experience with Bi-Polar Disorder. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Build awareness for NAMI BG Chapter right here in Southern Kentucky while enjoying a ball game! Special recognition for Marty Harrison. Group members will have the opportunity to participate in between innings contest during the game. Special seating section for NAMI BG Chapter. For more information please contact Hot Rods Coordinator Bill Robinson: by phone at 270-901-2121 ext. 219 or by email at brobinson@bghotrods.com. Learn more at www.nami.org.
Kentucky Repertory Theatre returns to its roots as host to Actors Equity performers with the arrival of Mort Kroos in the role of the inimitable Bette Davis in Me & Jezebel that runs through May 20. This is not the classy Bette of “Jezebel” and “Dark Victory,” rather the crasser, harder-edged dame of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane.” Me & Jezebel is a hilarious play based on the real experience of author Elizabeth Fuller, who in the summer of 1985, by pure chance, had the legendary screen actress Bette Davis come to stay at her ‘somewhat dilapidated’ New England cottage. This marks the second appearance of Mort Kroos in the role of Bette Davis in this play, the first being at Arkansas Theatre Festival under the direction of KRT’s current Producing Consultant, Ken Hailey. Mort has appeared with Ginger Rogers in Annie Get Your Gun and Joe E. Brown in Showboat. He spent 2 years with NYC’s Baruch Performing Arts Center and is the director of Dada NY, a cabaret company. Cynthia Shaw who recently appeared in The Good Doctor returns to the KRT stage in the role of Liz Fuller. Jeffery Beard is directing. Beard appeared in Horse Cave Theatre productions of Inherit the Wind and Dracula. He has directed productions of Death of a Salesman, Our Town and Gypsy with such companies as The Old Creamery Theatre and Louisville Rep. He currently teaches theatre classes at Western Kentucky University. Producing Artistic Director Ken Neil Hailey says that the play was selected for its simple, elegant story-telling. “This is a lovely, funny, simple story of having your wish…then getting it. We always have that fantasy of how great it would be to be “chums” with someone we’ve admired before, but Liz Fuller shows us what it’s like to have that fantasy become reality. It’s the story of that time that we’ve looked forward to having someone visit, only to have them show themselves to really be Godzilla.” Although the play, according to Hailey, contains strong language, it is true-life Bette Davis. Yes, Bette Davis talked like that, hence the warning: WARNING: Miss Davis does use occasional coarse language! Me & Jezebel runs weekends through May 20. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 pm, and Sunday matinee is at 2 pm. For ticket information, visit www.kentuckyrep.org or call 270-786-2177. Kentucky Repertory Theatre has been entertaining the state for over thirty years since its first production in 1977. Kentucky Repertory theatre is Kentucky’s nationally known, professional repertory theatre, and it is located in historic downtown Horse Cave, Kentucky. Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave is a not-for-profit professional theatre. All programs, activities, and services are provided equally without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or disability. Kentucky Repertory Theatre is supported by the Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave is also supported with appropriations from the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Tourism Development Cabinet, from the National Endowment for the Arts, and through the annual contributions of its individual and business supporters.
Did you know there are 513,000 American children in foster care? Like all children, youth in foster care deserve and benefit from enduring relationships with caring adults. Across the country, people just like you are helping these youth build brighter futures by serving as their foster parents, relative caregivers, mentors, advocates, social workers and volunteers. But much more help is needed. May is National Foster Care Month. No matter how much time you have to give, you have the power to Change a Lifetime for a young person in foster care. Get involved. Make a difference. For more information, please visit www.necco.org or call 270-781-8112 today!
Organize your closet and help children in need. The Feeding America Backpack program provides food for children who might otherwise go hungry over the weekend when they don’t have access to school lunch. Daymar College is now accepting donations of shoes and other accessories for a sidewalk sale to raise money for the backpack program. Please bring your gently used shoes, jewelry, purses, and other accessories to Daymar College now through Thursday, May 17. Sale date is Friday, May 18, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. Daymar College is located at 2421 Fitzgerald Industrial Drive, next to the Great Escape 12 movie theater. For more information, call 843-6750.
Warren RECC announced it will add a new scholarship opportunity at its Annual Meeting, which will be held June 14, at Greenwood High School, in Bowling Green. A drawing will be held to
award five separate $500 scholarships to full-time college students who have a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate status at an accredited, degree-granting institution. “Warren RECC is and has always been community-minded. We are here to serve our members. This is another way the cooperative can give back and help those seeking higher education,” said Gary K. Dillard, President & CEO of Warren RECC. A list of the eligibility requirements is located on the cooperative’s website, located at www.wrecc.com.
It's the 1ST ANNUAL BOWLING GREEN PEDAL PUSHERS FREE CARWASH FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS! DATE: MAY 19 FROM 1PM TILL 5PM AT SMOKEY BONES RESTAURANT - 2450 SCOTTSVILLE RD BOWLING GREEN KY
Attention Diverse Business Owners! You are invited to an informational meeting to learn about opportunities to supply goods and services to Bowling Green Technical College and other colleges of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. The meeting will be held May 30th from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the Main Campus of Bowling Green Technical College. Professionals and buyers will be on hand to help you through the process of becoming a KCTCS vendor. To reserve a spot please RSVP by calling 270-901-1062. That’s 270-901-1062 or visit supplierdiversity.kctcs.edu.
Make it Shine! It's a car, truck, and motorcycle show at Bowling Green High School May 19, 2012 from 9am to 12pm. Registration fee is $20 the day of the event, and admission is free. There will be food, inflatables, music, and much more, and all proceeds benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Southeast Kentucky Indiana chapter. For more details, email mscarshow2012@yahoo.com or call 320-6389.
