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Datebook: April 29 - Hair Opens on Broadway 45 Years Ago

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The controversial "American tribal love-rock musical" Hair opened at the Biltmore Theater on Broadway on this day in 1968. A product of hippie counter-culture and sexual revolution, many of its songs became anthems of the anti-Vietnam War peace movement. "This is the dawning of the age of Aquarius!"

It's Monday, April 29

Murray-Calloway County Hospital's Wellness Works program offers a free community health screening tomorrow morning from 9 to 11 at the Trigg County Senior Citizens Center in Cadiz. The event includes blood sugar and blood pressure screenings. For more information on the Wellness Works schedule or about the screenings offered, call 762-1348.

The Humane Society of Calloway County Pet Food Bank seeks donations to assist residents of Calloway County by providing food for their pets in time of great need. The current greatest need is puppy and kitten food. Bring donations to the Humane Society office at 607 Poplar Street Monday through Thursday from 10 to 3. Find details at forthepets.org

The Yeiser Art Center has issued a call for entries for "Paducah Photo 2013," a competitive exhibition featuring international and regional showcases. The entry deadline is Wednesday. For more information, visit www.theyeiser.org or call 442-2453. 

See more community events at wkms.org.  Thanks for listening.

Kala Dunn is a native of Princeton, Ky. She’s a 2006 graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy with a concentration in flute performance and a 2010 graduate of Murray State University with a B.M. in piano performance. She lives in Hamlin, Ky.
Matt Markgraf joined the WKMS team as a student in January 2007. He's served in a variety of roles over the years: as News Director March 2016-September 2019 and previously as the New Media & Promotions Coordinator beginning in 2011. Prior to that, he was a graduate and undergraduate assistant. He is currently the host of the international music show Imported on Sunday nights at 10 p.m.
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