Community Calendar

Discovery Park of America invites homeschool families to continue the 2026 Homeschool Day season with another hands-on learning experience designed specifically for students. Homeschool Days offer two convenient session options, giving families flexibility when planning their day.

November Theme:

Structures and Bridges

Dive into the fascinating science of architecture and engineering by exploring how various structures and bridges are built to withstand the elements. Put your theories into practice by designing and building your very own creation and see if it has what it takes to survive the power of our earthquake simulator!

Session Options

Choose one session when registering:

Morning Session: 9 a.m. to noon
Please arrive no later than 8:45 a.m.Afternoon Session: 1-4 p.m.
Please arrive no later than 12:45 p.m.

Age Groups

Students will be grouped by age to create a more engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experience:

Ages 6–8

Ages 9–11

Ages 12–17

Brary Bear's Story Time is provided every Tuesday at 10am & 1pm from Labor Day to Derby Day, with the exception of city school closings.

Story Time is presented as an early learning curriculum by bringing children's books to life through puppets, skits, songs, and merriment with his pals, Dr. Duck and Lady Dragon! Hip Hip Hooray!

Brary Bear's Story Time is provided every Tuesday at 10am & 1pm from Labor Day to Derby Day, with the exception of city school closings.

Story Time is presented as an early learning curriculum by bringing children's books to life through puppets, skits, songs, and merriment with his pals, Dr. Duck and Lady Dragon! Hip Hip Hooray!

McCracken County Library is now offering the services of a Community Support Advocate;

What A Community Support Advocate does:

• Provide resource navigation: Help connect you with community services such as food assistance, housing programs, healthcare, or transportation resources.
• Assist with forms and applications: Help fill out applications for benefits, job programs, or other social services.
• Connect to mental health supports: Offer information on local counseling, crisis lines, and mental health programs

Benefits: 

• Easy access to free, confidential help in a welcoming setting
• Personalized guidance based on your specific needs
• Help navigating housing, healthcare, and benefit systems
• Support with forms, applications, and documentation
• Empowerment to build confidence and self-advocacy skills
• Ongoing follow-up to ensure continued progress

While walk-ins are welcomed, scheduling an appointment will ensure your time slot!

CCPL's Fall Chair Zumba Class will meet at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 30 - November 24 from 2:00-2:34 PM in CCPL's Community Room B.

Adults aged 18 and Older.

Wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water.

Janice Thomasson, Licensed Zumba Gold Instructor, will focus on balance, vertigo, range of motion, and coordination issues. Easy on joints. Ideal for those with hip and knee replacements.

Fun workout in a chair!

Presented free of charge. Registration Required.

Register online: https://ccplregistration.wufoo.com/forms/chair-zumba-fall-2026-series/

Registration is REQUIRED.

$60.00

Dates: 4 Tuesday in November: 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24

Time: 4:00-5:30pm

Ages: Youth 6-10

Instructor: Ann Gosser

Fee: $60

Location: MAG Community Studio - 500 N 4th Street

Description:

We will explore the various ways drawing can be used as a medium. Students will do still life drawing, create transfers, and explore their imagination with fun illustration work.

*For MAG MEMBERS: If you would like the 10% MAG Member workshop discount, please pay for class in-person at MAG or over the phone. We cannot give discounts for online payments.

https://www.murrayartguild.org/workshop-fees/p/after-school-studio-drawing

Show up with your book, or check one out- find a spot, get to reading! Remember, to be silent!

Get ready to give your doorstep a custom upgrade this season! 🏠✨

Join us on Tuesday, November 10th, for our Holiday Doormat Workshop! Whether you want to create a cozy seasonal greeting, a festive holiday design, or something personalized for your front porch, this hands-on workshop is the perfect way to get creative and deck your entryways.

We provide all the supplies, materials, and step-by-step guidance—you just bring your enthusiasm and holiday spirit!

Registration Deadline: Monday, November 3rd (Required so we can prepare all materials in advance!)

⚠️ Space is strictly limited! To make sure everyone gets personalized instruction and room to work, spots will fill up fast.

👉 How to Register: Simply scan the QR code on the flyer below to reserve your spot before the November 3rd deadline!

Grab a friend, claim your spot, and let’s make something great together. See you there! 🙌

No pre-registration required.

• Discuss monthly reads
• Discuss all things books
• Discover new books

Call (270) 365-2787 for more information.

Learn to throw! This 8-week beginner pottery class builds essential wheel-throwing skills. Perfect for new and seasoned beginners.

8 Weeks

Tuesdays. Class Dates: 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1

Instructor: Sara

It's true, throwing on the wheel is not as easy as it looks but with the right guidance, it can be incredibly rewarding. This 8-week class will focus on all the beginning techniques to center and form a successful pot on the wheel. Through group demos and individualized support, you will learn how to center, shape, trim, and glaze your pots. From mugs to bowls and possibly plates and tips on throwing taller and wider, you will learn the process of how to take a ball of clay and turn it into a functional piece of pottery from start to finish. Join studio potter Sara Ballek as she breaks down a thorough step-by-step approach to pottery making.

Wear clothes you don't mind getting on (it will wash out) and closed-toed shoes. For wheel work, skip jewelry, roll up your sleeves, tie long hair back, and keep nails trimmed for the best experience. Clay and all tools needed for the class are provided by Paducah School of Art and Design.