Tuesday, September 30, 2008

DINE 2 DONATE

Black Achievers Fund Raiser

Eat at Applebees on Oct. 7 and 10% of the proceeds will go to the Black Achievers Program!

WHAT: DINE-2-DONATE

WHEN: ANYTIME lunch or dinner on OCT. 7

WHERE: Applebees at 1761 Sharkey Way (off of Leestown Road)

DATE: Oct. 7 ONLY!

Contact: Faith L. Calhoun
Program Director
YMCA Center for Achievement
644 Georgetown Street
Lexington, KY 40508
P. 859-226-0393
C. 859-559-5502
F. 859-226-0385
http://www.ymcaofcentralky.org/

Harlem Globetrotters

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Now in their 83rd consecutive season of touring the world, the Globetrotters showcase a captivating assortment of trick shots, high-flying dunks and ball-handling wizardry...with a side-splitting array of comedy guaranteed to entertain both the young and the young at heart.
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Monday, September 29, 2008

Foreclosure Help

$3,500 grants available to stave off foreclosure

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati announced a $400,000 grant on Monday to help Kentuckians in danger of foreclosure stay in their homes.

Homeowners who meet certain income requirements can receive up to $3,500. Those who qualify must apply through Lexington's Community Ventures Corp. and take a credit counseling class.

The program, Preserving the American Dream, will be available to homeowners in 52 Kentucky counties include Fayette and Jefferson.

To apply, call Community Ventures at (859) 231-0054.

The one-time grants, which do not have to be repaid, will be available "virtually immediately," said Gary Throckmorton, a Community Ventures specialist in business development and housing.

Five Kentucky banks will help identify homeowners who need assistance: Republic Bank & Trust of Louisville, Central Bank of Lexington, Farmers Bank & Trust in Georgetown, Kentucky Bank of Paris and Liberty Alliance Federal Credit Union in Lexington.

- from www.kentucky.com

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Praying 4 America

October 1 thru 30, 2008


On October 1, 2008, Consolidated Baptist Church will join thousands of churches across the country as we venture on 30 days of Praying 4 America. This is a critical time in the life of our country with the upcoming elections and other natural occurrences that have affected thousands of citizens nationwide.

You will be provided with everything you need to jumpstart your individual prayer vigil — a Prayer Map and calendar for all 50 states, and an additional calendar to lift up prayers to the Lord for personal strength and church revival, and a guide to get you started. You decide the time you will conduct this prayer in your own home. We also encourage you to include your children to join in your brief prayer time.

Make a commitment to unite with the body of Christ in this intercessory prayer journey by stopping by the table in the front lobby at Consolidated; your prayer tools will be given to you on the spot. Someone will be present after each service for the next two Sundays, September 28th & October 5th, and on Wednesday evening, October 1st.

Join what will probably be millions of folks across the United States in fervent prayer for our churches, our leaders, and our nation.

REVIVAL

First Baptist Bracktown is in revival.

Speaker: Rev. Robert Smith.
Time: 7 p.m.
When: Thursday and Friday (TONIGHT and TOMORROW, Sept. 25 & 26)
Place: Bracktown

Additionally, Rev. Robert Smith will be the speaker for the 8 and 11 a.m. Sunday Services.

For more info call:
1 (859) 231-7042

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Bracktown Men's Conference

Leaders Follow Jesus!

The Real Men Worship God Men’s Conference is back again.

Upon reflection of last years conference the power and movement of the Spirit of God left a lasting impression on many men across our State.

The exciting News is “The Best is Yet to Come!”

This years conference will be even more life changing with incredible classes, prayer and preaching. Men get your tickets as soon as possible and encourage others to participate in this extraordinary event as well.

Ladies, tell your Fathers, Husbands, Sons, Nephews, Cousins and co-workers this is a worship experience that Men do not want to miss.

You can contact me, Rev. Michael Robinson, at 859-396-3429 for details about ticket purchase.

Remember Leaders Follow Jesus!

When: Nov. 8, 2008
Cost: $20 (includes breakfast, lunch and t-shirt.)
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Funky Farm

Voters Registration/Empowerment Rally

Sat. October 4, 2008
12-6pm.
Douglass Park
(Georgetown St.)

Music-107.9 the Beat-DJ Carl T.

Food

Door Prizes

Massive Voters Registration Drive
(Over 15 Organizations)

Introduction of Candidates

Presentation of Campaign Issues

The Most Important Election of the 20th Century

For Info: Dr. George Moorman-859-252-7385, 859-806-9388

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Free Food!

In conjunction with the Make a Wish Foundation, you can be a blessing and get a free treat.

Starting Sept. 22, each of the store below will give away a signature menu item from 5 to 8 p.m. In return, guests will be encouraged to make a voluntary donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Tuesday, Sept. 23 – Blimpie: a free 3-inch cold turkey sub
Wednesday, Sept. 24 – TacoTime: a free small order of Mexi-Fries®
Thursday, Sept. 25 – Cold Stone Creamery: a choice of two 3-ounce ice cream Creations:

PBS POLL!

PBS has a poll going that asks: Do you think Sarah Palin is qualified to serve as Vice President of the USA?

Check it out.

It's only a matter of clicking a radio button for Yes, No, or Don't know.
http://www.pbs.org/now/polls/poll-435.html

After you vote, please let others know.

Monday, September 22, 2008

To Kill a Mockingbird

May 15 - 17, 2009

This American classic based upon Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize winning novel, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is set in the rural American South during the Depression.

Two children watch as their principled father takes a stand against intolerance. Atticus Finch is a lawyer in a racially divided Alabama town in the 1930s. He agrees to defend a young black man who is accused of raping a white woman. Prejudice, racism, and human values are not issues of a particular time; they are issues of all time. Atticus teaches his children that you never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... until you climb into his skin and walk around in it. TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD audiences will experience a profoundly moving journey through this live performance.

Call (859) 233-4567 for more info.

- from http://www.lexingtonoperahouse.com/events/2008/20080000_broadwayLive.php

Ain't Misbehavin with Rueben Studdard

30th Anniversary Tour!

Jan. 23-25

The 1978 Tony Award winning Best Musical AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' stars 2003 American Idol Winner Ruben Studdard and Frenchie Davis, 2003 American Idol contestant and star of RENT on Broadway.

The outrageously prodigious comic and musical soul of 1930's Harlem is showcased in this rollicking, swinging, fingersnapping revue that is still considered one of Broadway's most well-crafted shows of all time simply unforgettable!

Sponsored by Blue Grass Airport and Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Kentucky, Inc.

From - http://www.lexingtonoperahouse.com/events/2008/20080000_broadwayLive.php
Or call (859) 233-4567.

Movie Night!

Couples -- Looking for an opportunity to spend time with your spouse/fiance? What about a movie night that will not just entertain--but will also encourage, empower, and equip you for marriage God's way?

Singles and Young Adults -- How about a movie that will prepare you to approach the marital relationship from a Christian perspective?

Join the Couples Ministry of Consolidated Baptist Church for a DATE NIGHT AT THE MOVIES!

Movie: Fireproof: Never Leave Your Partner Behind'

When: Friday, September 26, 2008 @ 6:40 pm (please arrive by 6:20 pm)

Where: Regal Cinemas @ Hamburg Pavilion in Lexington, KY

Cost: approximately $6 - 7 per person (will depend on # of participants)

Reserve your spot by: Wednesday, September 24

This Christian film, opening nationwide on Sept. 26, is produced by Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, GA (yes, a CHURCH). You may not have heard much about it in the mainstream media, but we think it will be one of the best films you will see this year! Check out the trailer here: http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/.

We have chosen to support this film in its opening weekend to show the world that Christ CAN be exalted in major motion pictures. Surely you know how important the opening weekend is to a movie's bottom line, so let's get out and support this one!

Rudy Rush

RUDY RUSH - Special Engagement
Wednesday, October 1 – Saturday, October 4
Buy Tickets Online

Rudy Rush's career has quickly accelerated from the college circuit to TV, alongside premiere comics in the industry. His hilarious, quick-witted comedy routine consists of male/female relationships, and life from a man’s perspective.

At 26, Rudy was the youngest person ever to host TV's ‘Showtime At The Apollo’.

Rudy is presently a co-host on the nationally syndicated radio program, The Doug Banks Morning Show, airing in over 50 cities nationwide. No matter how old you are or where you’re from, Rudy’s humor is universal.

Rudy's website: www.rudyrush.net

Also appearing: TBA and Scott Wilson

Special Engagement Showtimes/Prices:
Wednesday/Thursday - 8:00pm - $9.00
Friday - 8:00 & 10:30pm - $14.00
Saturday - 8:00 & 10:30pm - $16.00

- from www.comedyoffbroadway.com

FREE Car Clinic

Eastside Technical Center's Automotive Technology Department has teamed with the Professional Master Technicians Association for the annual car care clinic.

The clinic will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Eastside Tech, 2208 Liberty Road, behind the district bus garage.

About 20 students will volunteer to spend the day running routine checks on cars. The students will test everything from tire pressure and headlights to belts and hoses. They will not be performing any repairs, only offering the car owner a summary of their findings and personal recommendations.

All inspections are free.

For more information contact Bobby Riddle at (859) 381-3740 or e-mail at bobby.riddle@fayette.kyschools.us.

- from www.kentucky.com

Friday, September 19, 2008

Univerity of Kentucky Legacy Tuition

Through the Legacy Tuition Program, the University of Kentucky offers partial tuition awards to eligible non-resident undergraduate children of UK graduates. An eligible student is defined as a child whose mother, father, or step-parent has earned a bachelor, graduate, doctorate, or professional degree from the University of Kentucky, whose parent or step-parent is a member of the UK Alumni Association, and who would normally be subject to non-resident tuition rates.

Please note completion of a medical residency does not constitute a qualifying degree program. Also, parents that completed an associate degree from a former UK Community College are not considered qualifying graduates.

New first-time freshmen will be eligible for the Legacy Tuition Program for a total of eight semesters. Transfer students are eligible through the equivalent of their eighth semester of undergraduate study. Semesters of prior college enrollment at other institutions are considered in the total eight semesters.

Automatic renewal each semester is contingent upon the student's full-time enrollment on the UK main campus while maintaining a good academic standing and the qualifying parent's active membership in the UK Alumni Association. Eligibility for continued enrollment in the program will be verified each semester.

Students are required to complete the Legacy application in order to receive the benefits. The deadline to apply for the fall semester is February 15 or November 15 for the spring semester.

All other eligible students will receive $3,000 per year, for up to four years of undergraduate study.

- From http://www.uky.edu/AcademicScholarships/legacy.htm

Divorce Recovery

"Don't just go through it, grow through it."

Divorce Recovery Workshop
For divorced & separated persons of all ages
September 22-November 3
Seven Monday Nights, 7-9 PM

Immanuel Baptist Church
3100 Tates Creek Rd
Lexington KY 40502

http://www.ibc-lex.org

Led by Dr. James Stillwell
859.685.3215

JamesS@ibc-lex.org

http://www.myspace.com/growingthrudivorce

http://www.myspace.com/jamesisstillwell

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE!

OCTOBER 6th: Voter Registration Deadline

Please, please make sure that EVERYONE you know is registered to vote prior to October 6.

People who have not voted in several years might have been purged and need to check their status with the Fayette County Clerk.

Registration cards are available at Fayette County Democratic Party Headquarters or from the Fayette County Clerk’s office, 162 E. Main St. For more information call 255-VOTE.

Community Celebration

FREE

COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

STREET PARTY

WALL MURAL DEDICATION

09/20/08 THIS SATURDAY


OUTDOOR CONCERT – 5:00-8:30
(6TH STREET BLOCKED OFF FROM LIMESTONE TO HARRY STREET)
9:00 MORE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT INSIDE AL’S BAR

CELEBRATING COMMUNITY / DIVERSITY / PUBLIC ART / CULTURE / AREA HISTORY AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH THROUGH THE ARTS
SPONSORED BY LEXARTS / N. LIMESTONE NA / ML KING NA

CONTACT: MARTY CLIFFORD FOR NORTH LIMESTONE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION 859 389-9157 OR MARTY40508@MSN.COM
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FUND RAISING FOR PERMANENT STAGE IN DUNCAN PARK AND PUBLIC ARTS. WE SUPPORT A VERSATILE STAGE TO BE BUILT AT DUNCAN PARK AND MANAGED BY THE COMMUNITY FOR MUSIC IN THE PARK, PLAYS, MOVIES AND DANCE. PART OF THE GOAL IS TO BRING THE ARTS BACK INTO THE COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS ENGAGE THE YOUTH IN THE COMMUNITY AND GET THEM INVOLVED IN THE ARTS ONCE AGAIN.

DONATIONS MADE PAYABLE TO - LEXARTS #2070 – SEND CHECKS TO:
NORTH LIMESTONE NEIGBORHOOOD ASSOCIATION, 760 NORTH LIMESTONE ST. LEX, KY 40508 – ATT: MARTY CLIFFORD


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NORTH LIMESTONE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETS THE 2ND MON. OF EACH MONTH 6:30 AL’S BAR, 6TH AND N. LIMESTONE CONTACT MARTY CLIFFORD 859 389-9157 OR MARTY40508@MSN.COM - E MAIL REQUEST TO BE PUT ON E MAIL MAILING LIST

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Transportation for Seniors/Volunteer Opportunity

ITNBluegrass offers ­transportation for seniors 60 and older, and for adults who are visually impaired.

“It’s for people who don’t want to, don’t like to or can’t drive,” said Laura Dake, deputy director of Independent Transportation Network Bluegrass. “They may still drive but feel comfortable driving in the day, but not at night or when it rains or on Nicholasville Road.”

Volunteers, who undergo some training and background checks, drive their own automobiles to ferry ITNBluegrass members throughout Fayette County.

Qualifying members pay a $50 annual fee to join, then set up an account from which the cost of each trip is deducted. No cash is paid to the drivers, and no tipping is ­allowed.

For more information about the program or to volunteer as a driver, call (859) 252-8665.

- From What's Up with Merlene at www.kentucky.com

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Get Prepared!

HOME WINTER WEATHERIZATION WORKSHOP

SIMPLE STEPS TO REPAIR AND WEATHERIZE YOUR HOME

FREE BREAKFAST

FREE WORKSHOP ~ DOOR PRIZES

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2008
BREAKFAST 8:30 A.M. TO 9:30 A.M.
WORKSHOP 9:30 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M.

SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH
237 E 5TH ST.
LEXINGTON, KY
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!
CALL 859-276-2693

OR E-MAIL RCHF@LBAR.COM TO REGISTER.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2008.

Parks & Rec Survey

As part of its master plan update, the Lexington Division of Parks and Recreation is inviting the public to participate in an online survey about current and future programs, events, activities and services. The online survey is available by accessing the parks website at www.lfucg.com/parks.

For information about any Division of Parks and Recreation event, activity or program, visit the
Division of Parks and Recreation Web site at www.lfucg.com/parks or call (859) 288-2900.

In Black & White

Where: The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse.

When: Open Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm.

Cost: Free.

This permanent exhibit includes over 100 prints depicting African-American life in the Bluegrass from as early as 1860 through the 1950s.

For more info, call 859-254-0530 or got to www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org.

Free or Reduced Medical Services

Medical Services

1. St. Joe's Free Health Clinic, 1590 Harrodsburg Road, 313-4157
Monday 2-8 p.m., Tuesday 12-6 p.m., Wednesday 12-4 p.m., Thursday 12-5 p.m., Friday 12-5 p.m.(For those with no health insurance)

2. Bluegrass Community Health Center151 eagle Creek Road, Suite 220, 259-2635 (For those with no health insurance. Fees based on income.)

3. Bluegrass Community Health Center1306 Versailles road, Suite 120 (Second location)

4. Prescription Assistance Faith Pharmacy Corner of East 7th and Elm Tree Lane
Saturday 9 a.m. to noon.

Angel Food Ministries

FOR ALL INCOMES

For $30.00* you can receive a "restaurant-quality, name-brand" box of food containing both fresh and frozen items including meat and vegetables. Additional food boxes (“SPECIALS”) may also be purchase with the main box. The menu changes monthly and for the month of October includes steaks, pork chops, split chicken breast, meatballs, marina sauce, pasta, hot dogs and much, much more!

Buy one for yourself or DONATE to a family in need!

In Lexington, two sites offer Angel Food Ministries:

Greater New Hope Christian Center,
1713 Jennifer Rd, Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 299-4673
www.GreaterNewHopeChurch.org

and

Rosemont Baptist Church
556 Rosemont Garden Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-6148
rosemontbc.net
Host Site Director:Richard Proctor

ANGEL FOOD MENU & ORDER FORM
www.angelfoodministries.com

Community Fest

What: Community Fest featuring food, fun and fellowship.

When: Saturday, Sept. 20

Time: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Masterson Station Park

Who: First Baptist Church Bracktown

Sisters Together: Move More - Eat Better

Sisters Together: Move More - Eat Better

This new program is designed to raise awareness about the benefits of increased physical activity and healthier eating habits. A number of low-impact aerobic classes are offered throughout town at various times throughout the week.

Free Low-impact aerobic classes for seniors.

Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:30 - 11:30 am
Dunbar Community Center
545 N. Upper St.

For more information about Sisters Together contact Mark Johnson at (859)288-2391.
- from www.lexingtonhealthdepartment.org

African American Health Promotion Program

African-American Health Information

The African American Health Promotion Program brings together organizations and individuals who are directly concerned about the health of African Americans in our community.

The goals are to provide unique health-related events and programs that will motivate, educate and support the African American community, and provide a system of communication about available health resources locally, statewide and nationally.

Projects of the program include Roots and Heritage Festival health activities, health fairs, health related presentations, cultural diversity workshops, "Sisters Together: Move More - Eat Better," and coordination of the African American Health Network.

For information, call Mark Johnson at (859)288-2391 or email at MarkA.Johnson@ky.gov.
- from www.lexingtonhealthdepartment.org.

Free Flu Shots

Oct. 4 Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic

Be ready to give the annual flu battle a shot in the arm without leaving the comforts of your car.

The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, in cooperation with Lexmark, will host a free drive-thru flu shot clinic 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, on the Lexmark campus . The flu clinic’s entrance will be at the Newtown traffic light at the Lexmark entrance. Free flu shots will be given to those ages 9 and up.

The department will also offer free shots for children younger than 9 during a special flu shot clinic 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Public Health Clinic South , 2433 Regency Road. Appointments are not necessary.

Keli Goff

The African American Studies and Research Program
presents How Generation Obama Voters Are Changing American Politics
with speaker Keli Goff

When: Monday, October 13, 2008

TIME: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Where: Memorial Hall

This event is free and open to the public.

Keli Goff, author of Party Crashing: "How the Hip-Hop Generation Declared Political Independence", is a former intern of Hillary Clinton, a political analyst and a popular commentator.

The Story of A Man Who Wouldn't Stay in His Place

The UK African American Studies and Research Program
presents Rewriting The Script: Issues Impacting African American Males
with speaker Honorable Judge Marvin S. Arrington, Sr., author of Making My Mark: The Story of a Man Who Wouldn’t Stay in His Place

WHEN: Saturday, October 11, 2008, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Imani Missionay Baptist Church

1555 Georgetown Rd.

Free and open to the public, refreshments served

For more info, contact: UK African American Studies and Research Program, 257-3593

Constant Star

Constant Star
By Tazewell Thompson
September 11 – October 5, 2008

Ida B. Wells was a passionate, uncompromising, fiery champion of equality for women and black Americans. Wells was a suffragette, newspaper editor and publisher, co-founder of the NAACP, political candidate, mother, wife, and the single most powerful leader in the anti-lynching campaign in America. The music is unforgettable. Thompson weaves 20 classic spirituals sung a capella in five-part harmony into the stirring story of Wells’ brave life. An energetic, unsparing, illuminating and humorous play with music.


Tickets
All Regular Performances:
$25 Adults; $18 Seniors 65+; $15 Students

Student Rush Tickets available 15 before curtain on the night of the show for 7.50 (with valid student ID)

Tickets available by calling the LexArts box office at 859.233.0370 or on-line here.

- From the Actor's Guild of lexington

Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?

The poor, minorities pay with their lives
Time and time again, research has shown that the poor and minorities come up on the short end of the longevity stick.Some of the blame can be placed on inactivity and dietary choices.But a four-part PBS documentary, Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick, which first aired in March, shows mounting evidence that sometimes economic status, race and environment can be better predictors of health than our own poor choices.The documentary demonstrated how at each economic level — rich to middle class to poor — health declines at the same rate as our money.In two weeks, on Oct. 1, Dr. Adewale Troutman, executive director of the Louisville Metro Health Department, will lead a community forum in Lexington at which those indicators and others will be discussed.

Dr. Adewale Troutman

Community forum featuring Dr. Adewale Troutman

When: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 1.

Where: Kentucky Education Television Center, 600 Cooper Dr.

Cost: Free, but reservations are encouraged.

Contact: Camille Watson at (859) 288-2332 or CamilleA.Watson@ky.gov

- From the Kentucky.com

Book Buddies Need Help

There is an increased need to get reading material to the homebound on the north side of town. Time commitment per month - 4 hours.

Contact Annette Mayer, 859-231-5592 or buddies@lexpublib.org.

Book Buddies is a free service for permanently homebound adults.

Trained library volunteers select and deliver library materials to those who are unable to visit the library facilities.

In addition to standard and large-print format books, volunteers also deliver Books-On-Tape. View the latest additions to the library's collection.

This is also an excellent adult volunteer opportunity! Call or e-mail us at the number or address above if you are interested in becoming a Book Buddies Volunteer!