Community Calendar

Ann's classes are a hit with our younger artists! The After School class this month is called Flat to 3D, and it will be a perfect class for any artist looking for a low-stress, problem-solving and artistic environment. Sign up today at murrayartguild.org

Epic Hour is scheduled for 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays at Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library, 1101 Bethel St.
Epic Hour is one hour of free programming scheduled for school-age youth. Kids are divided into the following groups: Kids Club: Kindergarten-3rd grade; and Be*Tweens and Teens: 4-12th grades.

March 3rd- Immersive I-Spy (Kids Club) and SAT Game Show (Tweens and Teens)
March 10th- Parachute Games (Kids Club) and Ribbon Bookmarks (Tweens and Teens)
March 17th- Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt (Kids Club) and Leprechaun Traps (Tweens and Teens)
March 24th- Sand Art Stickers (Kids Club) and Wheel of Fortune (Tweens and Teens)
March 31st- Picnic with Friends (All Ages)

Hopkinsville residents are invited to attend a Lot Next Door Town Hall to learn more about how the program works and how neighboring property owners may be able to acquire vacant lots next to their property.

City staff will walk through the process, explain eligibility requirements, and answer questions about the program.

City Hall
715 South Virginia Street
Tuesday, March 31
5 p.m.

The Lot Next Door program helps return vacant properties to productive use while strengthening our neighborhoods.

Learn more at
hoptown.org/lotnextdoor

On the first Wednesday of every month, Project DieHard hosts a Fellowship Breakfast for the public at the IHOP on James Sanders Blvd. in Paducah. Veterans eat for free.

Murray State University and the American Red Cross partner to host a blood drive in the Curris Center Small Ballroom on Murray's main campus (1400 Chestnut Street, Murray, KY) on Wednesday, April 1, and Thursday, April 2, both from 10 am to 4 pm. Go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: MSUKY or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule an appointment today.

Storytime is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesdays at Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library, 1101 Bethel St. Storytime is in our Children’s Area upstairs. Elevator access is available.
Join us as we share a few stories, sing, dance and play! For preschool-age children.

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

Murray State University and the American Red Cross partner to host a blood drive in the Curris Center Small Ballroom on Murray's main campus (1400 Chestnut Street, Murray, KY) on Wednesday, April 1, and Thursday, April 2, both from 10 am to 4 pm. Go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: MSUKY or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule an appointment today.

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to spend your Thursday? Join us for a fun and friendly group, where you can bring your current projects, share ideas, and learn alongside others. This group is open to beginners as well as more experienced Fiber Artists. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month.

Gather your supplies and enthusiasm for crocheting and knitting as you connect with fellow enthusiasts in a fun social setting.