Date: Tuesday, May 17
Location: Joseph-Beth Booksellers
Time: 7 p.m.
The Invisible Line: Three American Families and the Secret Journey from Black to White, is a multigenerational history of race in American life. It follows three families who started out as African American and crossed the color line and assimilated into white communities at different points in American history.
The book has a strong Kentucky history component. One of the families, the Gibsons, included wealthy landowners who split their time between Lexington/Versailles and their sugar plantations southwest of New Orleans. A second family, the Spencers, were subsistence farmers in the mountains of eastern Kentucky (Clay and Johnson counties).
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Forgiveable Foreclosure HELP
The Kentucky Unemployment Bridge Program, established through the federal Hardest Hit Fund to help unemployed and underemployed homeowners avoid foreclosure, is a first-come, first-served forgivable loan of up to $20,000 that can be used to pay delinquent house notes or current ones.
Applicants must have experienced a job loss or pay decrease since January, 2009 through no fault of their own, and they have to have dipped into their resources, down to the equivalent of a maximum of six months of house payments, said Brenda Weaver, chief program and policy officer at the Kentucky Housing Corporation. Those resources do not include retirement or pension funds.
Kentucky is one of 18 states and the District of Columbia chosen to participate in the program, based on unemployment statistics and decline in home values, Weaver said. Kentucky received nearly $149 million to help those in need.
To apply or for more information, visit www.protectmykyhome.org, or call (866) 830-7868.
Source: Kentucky.com
Applicants must have experienced a job loss or pay decrease since January, 2009 through no fault of their own, and they have to have dipped into their resources, down to the equivalent of a maximum of six months of house payments, said Brenda Weaver, chief program and policy officer at the Kentucky Housing Corporation. Those resources do not include retirement or pension funds.
Kentucky is one of 18 states and the District of Columbia chosen to participate in the program, based on unemployment statistics and decline in home values, Weaver said. Kentucky received nearly $149 million to help those in need.
To apply or for more information, visit www.protectmykyhome.org, or call (866) 830-7868.
Source: Kentucky.com
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Free Outdoor Concerts Downtown
Thursday Night Live, a series of free outdoor concerts, begins this week. The event, hosted by the Downtown Lexington Corp., will be 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday through October at Cheapside Park, 251 West Main Street. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Call (859) 425-2590 or go to Downtownlex.com for more information.
Scheduled bands are: April 28, Domino; May 5, Coralee and the Townies; May 12, Swing Street; May 19, Sam Wooden and the Urbane Gentlemen; May 26, Mother Jane; June 2, The Squirrels.
June 9, Superfecta; June 16, Kenny Owens; June 23, The Johnson Brothers; June 30, Rebel Without a Cause; July 7, Track 3; July 14, The Tim Talbert Project; July 21, Better off Dead; July 28, Conch Republic.
Aug. 4, The Big Maracas; Aug. 11, Catch 22; Aug. 18, Blind Corn Liquor Pickers; Aug. 25, Business Time; Sept. 1, Sixtyfourwest; Sept. 8, The Swells; Sept. 15, Kenny Owens; Sept. 22, The City; Sept. 29, Spotlight Lexington.
Oct. 6, Sacre Bleu; Oct. 13, Prefab Rehab; Oct. 20, Brother Barrett and the Barrows; and Oct. 27, Better off Dead.
www.kentucky.com
Scheduled bands are: April 28, Domino; May 5, Coralee and the Townies; May 12, Swing Street; May 19, Sam Wooden and the Urbane Gentlemen; May 26, Mother Jane; June 2, The Squirrels.
June 9, Superfecta; June 16, Kenny Owens; June 23, The Johnson Brothers; June 30, Rebel Without a Cause; July 7, Track 3; July 14, The Tim Talbert Project; July 21, Better off Dead; July 28, Conch Republic.
Aug. 4, The Big Maracas; Aug. 11, Catch 22; Aug. 18, Blind Corn Liquor Pickers; Aug. 25, Business Time; Sept. 1, Sixtyfourwest; Sept. 8, The Swells; Sept. 15, Kenny Owens; Sept. 22, The City; Sept. 29, Spotlight Lexington.
Oct. 6, Sacre Bleu; Oct. 13, Prefab Rehab; Oct. 20, Brother Barrett and the Barrows; and Oct. 27, Better off Dead.
www.kentucky.com
Discount pet vaccination clinic to be May 5
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department's annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic will be 6 to 9 p.m. May 5 at the Third Street Fire Station, 219 East Third Street. Vaccinations will be $3. Cats must be in a carrier and dogs must be on a leash.
Rabies is a viral disease of humans, pets and wild animals, transmitted from animals to humans by the saliva of a rabid animal, usually from a bite.
"This annual clinic gives Lexington pet owners a great way to get a low-cost rabies vaccination for their pets," said Luke Mathis, Environmental Health team leader and one of the event's organizers. "This is an ideal event for pet owners who don't have a regular veterinarian or who want to save money on a rabies vaccination." Rabies vaccinations typically cost about $20.
State law requires that all dogs, cats and ferrets maintain a current rabies vaccination, and every health department in the state must hold a public clinic at least once a year. The health department gave 499 rabies shots during the May 2010 clinic.
The LFCHD Rabies Control Program received 854 animal bite reports last year.
Owners may also purchase an animal license at the clinic. It costs $8 if the animal has been spayed or neutered or $40 if the animal has not been fixed or the owner has no proof of alteration.
The Lexington Humane Society and the Lexington-Fayette County Animal Care & Control are also sponsoring the clinic. For more information call the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department's Division of Environmental Health at (859) 231-9791.
Rabies is a viral disease of humans, pets and wild animals, transmitted from animals to humans by the saliva of a rabid animal, usually from a bite.
"This annual clinic gives Lexington pet owners a great way to get a low-cost rabies vaccination for their pets," said Luke Mathis, Environmental Health team leader and one of the event's organizers. "This is an ideal event for pet owners who don't have a regular veterinarian or who want to save money on a rabies vaccination." Rabies vaccinations typically cost about $20.
State law requires that all dogs, cats and ferrets maintain a current rabies vaccination, and every health department in the state must hold a public clinic at least once a year. The health department gave 499 rabies shots during the May 2010 clinic.
The LFCHD Rabies Control Program received 854 animal bite reports last year.
Owners may also purchase an animal license at the clinic. It costs $8 if the animal has been spayed or neutered or $40 if the animal has not been fixed or the owner has no proof of alteration.
The Lexington Humane Society and the Lexington-Fayette County Animal Care & Control are also sponsoring the clinic. For more information call the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department's Division of Environmental Health at (859) 231-9791.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Executive Assistant Sought: Lyric Theater
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
$30,000 plus benfits
The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, located in Lexington, KY, is a newly restored and expanded facility that pairs the ambiance of an historic venue with the comfort and amenities of a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre. Additionally, the facility will host meetings, conferences, dinners, dances, tours, weddings and other events.
REQUIREMENTS The position requires a MINIMUM of three to five years of experience providing administrative assistant support to a senior level executive in an office environment. A four-year college degree is strongly preferred, but may make exception based on experience. Candidates must have exceptional English grammar and be capable of preparing, proofing and formatting correspondence quickly.
Extreme flexibility is essential, as evening and weekends are required. The executive assistant position requires strong computer skills on MAC, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint in addition to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Constant Contact, email newsletters, blogging & Basic URL. Candidates should be very comfortable with new technology in general and open to learning and using new software and hardware, and capable of finding solutions to unexpected technical problems. SALARY AND BENEFITS
Only serious and experienced candidates will be considered. Please email the following to info@lexingtonlyric.com: resume Cover Letter 3 professional references (Name/Title/Company/Number/Email/ Relationship) A writing sample will be required from chosen candidates
$30,000 plus benfits
The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, located in Lexington, KY, is a newly restored and expanded facility that pairs the ambiance of an historic venue with the comfort and amenities of a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre. Additionally, the facility will host meetings, conferences, dinners, dances, tours, weddings and other events.
REQUIREMENTS The position requires a MINIMUM of three to five years of experience providing administrative assistant support to a senior level executive in an office environment. A four-year college degree is strongly preferred, but may make exception based on experience. Candidates must have exceptional English grammar and be capable of preparing, proofing and formatting correspondence quickly.
Extreme flexibility is essential, as evening and weekends are required. The executive assistant position requires strong computer skills on MAC, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint in addition to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Constant Contact, email newsletters, blogging & Basic URL. Candidates should be very comfortable with new technology in general and open to learning and using new software and hardware, and capable of finding solutions to unexpected technical problems. SALARY AND BENEFITS
Only serious and experienced candidates will be considered. Please email the following to info@lexingtonlyric.com: resume Cover Letter 3 professional references (Name/Title/Company/Number/Email/ Relationship) A writing sample will be required from chosen candidates
Saturday, April 23, 2011
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train to depart from Lexington
NICHOLASVILLE — For the first time, My Old Kentucky Dinner Train will depart from Lexington for two special trips for the public the week after the Kentucky Derby.
The train will depart from Lexington and go to Frankfort and back, R.J. Corman Railroad Group announced on Thursday.
The first trip will leave at 6 p.m. on May 10 and gets back about 8:30 p.m., and will feature a new spring menu. The second trip with wine and dinner will leave at 6 p.m. and return about 9 p.m. on May 12.
The cost of the May 10 trip is $89.95 per person. The cost of the May 12 trip is $125 per person.
Executive chef Gil Logan was recently hired to manage the dinner train, which is based in Bardstown. The train has operated from there since 1988.
As a Kentucky Derby tradition, R.J. Corman Railroad Group has entertained VIP clients by taking a train from its Buchanan Street Yard off West Main Street in Lexington to Churchill Downs in Louisville. This is the first time an excursion trip has been made available to the public from Lexington.
Ticket reservations may be made by calling 866-801-3463 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays.
Source: www.kentucky.com
The train will depart from Lexington and go to Frankfort and back, R.J. Corman Railroad Group announced on Thursday.
The first trip will leave at 6 p.m. on May 10 and gets back about 8:30 p.m., and will feature a new spring menu. The second trip with wine and dinner will leave at 6 p.m. and return about 9 p.m. on May 12.
The cost of the May 10 trip is $89.95 per person. The cost of the May 12 trip is $125 per person.
Executive chef Gil Logan was recently hired to manage the dinner train, which is based in Bardstown. The train has operated from there since 1988.
As a Kentucky Derby tradition, R.J. Corman Railroad Group has entertained VIP clients by taking a train from its Buchanan Street Yard off West Main Street in Lexington to Churchill Downs in Louisville. This is the first time an excursion trip has been made available to the public from Lexington.
Ticket reservations may be made by calling 866-801-3463 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays.
Source: www.kentucky.com
144th University of Kentucky Commencement Ceremonies
Sunday, May 8
Time College
9:00 am Graduate and Professional Commencement Ceremony
1:00 pm College of Agriculture
Gatton College of Business & Economics
College of Education
College of Engineering
College of Nursing
6:00 pm College of Arts & Science
College of Communications & Information Studies
College of Design
College of Fine Arts
College of Health Science
College of Social Work
Doors open 1 hour prior to each ceremony.
Several colleges will host receptions in the Lexington Convention Center. Please check back for a complete schdule of receptions at a later date.
Additional InformationCeremonies are free and open to the public
There are no reserved seats for the General Public
All cameras, audio and video are allowed
Outside food and beverage are allowed
The Food Court located in The Shops at Lexington Center will be open
No helium balloons allowed in the ceremonies
Free parking in lots controlled by Lexington Convention Center/Rupp Arena
Time College
9:00 am Graduate and Professional Commencement Ceremony
1:00 pm College of Agriculture
Gatton College of Business & Economics
College of Education
College of Engineering
College of Nursing
6:00 pm College of Arts & Science
College of Communications & Information Studies
College of Design
College of Fine Arts
College of Health Science
College of Social Work
Doors open 1 hour prior to each ceremony.
Several colleges will host receptions in the Lexington Convention Center. Please check back for a complete schdule of receptions at a later date.
Additional InformationCeremonies are free and open to the public
There are no reserved seats for the General Public
All cameras, audio and video are allowed
Outside food and beverage are allowed
The Food Court located in The Shops at Lexington Center will be open
No helium balloons allowed in the ceremonies
Free parking in lots controlled by Lexington Convention Center/Rupp Arena
Friday, April 22, 2011
“Bruh Man”
Lost Land Entertainment – presents LAUGHS & Drinks featuring:
Comedian Reggie Ballard aka "Bruh Man"
Day: Saturday, May 14, 2011
Time: Doors open at 7:00, Show begins at 8:00
Cost: Tickets on sale at Lyric Theatre Box Office. Ticket Prices: $18.50, $21.50, and VIP seats, $25.50
Location: Lyric Theater
Source: Lexingtonlyric.com
Lyric Theatre & Cultural Art Center
300 E. 3rd Street, Lexington, KY 40508
859-280-2201
Comedian Reggie Ballard aka "Bruh Man"
Day: Saturday, May 14, 2011
Time: Doors open at 7:00, Show begins at 8:00
Cost: Tickets on sale at Lyric Theatre Box Office. Ticket Prices: $18.50, $21.50, and VIP seats, $25.50
Location: Lyric Theater
Source: Lexingtonlyric.com
Lyric Theatre & Cultural Art Center
300 E. 3rd Street, Lexington, KY 40508
859-280-2201
Mike Epps
What: Comedy
When: 8:30, 11 p.m. June 17,
6, 8:30, 11 p.m. June 18,
8:30 p.m. June 19.
Location: Comedy Off Broadway, Lexington. $30.
Comedyoffbroadway.com. (859) 271-5653.
Source: www.kentucky.com
When: 8:30, 11 p.m. June 17,
6, 8:30, 11 p.m. June 18,
8:30 p.m. June 19.
Location: Comedy Off Broadway, Lexington. $30.
Comedyoffbroadway.com. (859) 271-5653.
Source: www.kentucky.com
State Park Discounts
Children can get a good look at Kentucky history with a special offer from Kentucky State Parks.
Children receive free admission to state park museums and historic sites with every adult admission purchased through Oct. 31, 2011.
The Kentucky State Park museums and historic sites cover topics such as Native Americans, pioneers, the Civil War, natural history, historic homes and other topics from the state’s fascinating history.
The coupon for the free admission for children age 12 and under is available by going to www.parks.ky.gov and clicking on the “discounts” heading. Guests should check in advance for hours of operation.
Here is a listing of the historic sites and a phone number:
•Blue Licks Battlefield Museum, 800-443-7008
•Butler-Turpin State Historic House, 866-462-8853
•Columbus Belmont State Park, 270-677-2327
•Ft. Boonesborough State Park, 859-527-3131
•Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, 270-889-6100
•John James Audubon State Park, 270-826-2247
•My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 502-348-3502
•Levi Jackson State Park, 606-330-2130
•Lincoln Homestead State Park, 859-336-7461
•Old Ft. Harrod State Park, 859-734-3314
•Old Mulkey Meeting House, 270-487-8481
•Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, 859-332-8631
•Waveland State Historic Site, 859-272-3611
•White Hall State Historic Site, 859-623-9178
•Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site, 270-335-3681
•William Whitely State Historic Site, 606-355-2881
Enjoy with no admission fees:
•Big Bone Lick State Park, 859-384-3522
•Boone Station State Historic Site
•Constitution Square State Historic Site, 859-239-7089
•Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site, 606-546-4400
Source: http://isurfhopkins.com/local/10748-local-children-get-a-deal-from-state-of-kentucky.html
Children receive free admission to state park museums and historic sites with every adult admission purchased through Oct. 31, 2011.
The Kentucky State Park museums and historic sites cover topics such as Native Americans, pioneers, the Civil War, natural history, historic homes and other topics from the state’s fascinating history.
The coupon for the free admission for children age 12 and under is available by going to www.parks.ky.gov and clicking on the “discounts” heading. Guests should check in advance for hours of operation.
Here is a listing of the historic sites and a phone number:
•Blue Licks Battlefield Museum, 800-443-7008
•Butler-Turpin State Historic House, 866-462-8853
•Columbus Belmont State Park, 270-677-2327
•Ft. Boonesborough State Park, 859-527-3131
•Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, 270-889-6100
•John James Audubon State Park, 270-826-2247
•My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 502-348-3502
•Levi Jackson State Park, 606-330-2130
•Lincoln Homestead State Park, 859-336-7461
•Old Ft. Harrod State Park, 859-734-3314
•Old Mulkey Meeting House, 270-487-8481
•Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, 859-332-8631
•Waveland State Historic Site, 859-272-3611
•White Hall State Historic Site, 859-623-9178
•Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site, 270-335-3681
•William Whitely State Historic Site, 606-355-2881
Enjoy with no admission fees:
•Big Bone Lick State Park, 859-384-3522
•Boone Station State Historic Site
•Constitution Square State Historic Site, 859-239-7089
•Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site, 606-546-4400
Source: http://isurfhopkins.com/local/10748-local-children-get-a-deal-from-state-of-kentucky.html
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Jahi Chikwendiu
Lexington native and Washington Post Photographer
presents ...
"On My Eyes"
What: S.T. Roach Community Conversation w/UK African American Studies
Day: May 12
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: The Lyric Theatre, 300 East Third Street, Lexington, KY
Cost: Free and open to the public
The S.T. Roach Community Conversations are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Lyric Theater. It is an open and inviting environment to discuss issues of importance to the African American community. All are welcomed and invited.
For more information, contact 257-3593.
presents ...
"On My Eyes"
What: S.T. Roach Community Conversation w/UK African American Studies
Day: May 12
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: The Lyric Theatre, 300 East Third Street, Lexington, KY
Cost: Free and open to the public
The S.T. Roach Community Conversations are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Lyric Theater. It is an open and inviting environment to discuss issues of importance to the African American community. All are welcomed and invited.
For more information, contact 257-3593.
2011 Glitz & Glam Gala
w/ Special Guest Performer Babyface
AND celebrities
Rozonda "Chili" Thomas
Tichina Arnold
Tracy Morgan
Raven Symone
Hosea Chancez
Tom Jackson
Kerry Rhodes
Denyce Lawton
Michael Bush
Vince Wilfork
Deion Branch
Richard Seymour
Denyce Lawton
Come join us and be amongst celebrities, lavish buffets and an open bar that will flow throughout the evening.Special entertainment for the evening will be the legendary Babyface and New York's finest, DJ Kaos.
Tickets as low as $100.00 available! Reserve your tickets now by calling (502) 296-8998 or send an email to power2changecommunications@gmail.com
Day: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 8 pm
Location: Louisville Palace Theater
Source: http://www.the-gala.com/gala.html
AND celebrities
Rozonda "Chili" Thomas
Tichina Arnold
Tracy Morgan
Raven Symone
Hosea Chancez
Tom Jackson
Kerry Rhodes
Denyce Lawton
Michael Bush
Vince Wilfork
Deion Branch
Richard Seymour
Denyce Lawton
Come join us and be amongst celebrities, lavish buffets and an open bar that will flow throughout the evening.Special entertainment for the evening will be the legendary Babyface and New York's finest, DJ Kaos.
Tickets as low as $100.00 available! Reserve your tickets now by calling (502) 296-8998 or send an email to power2changecommunications@gmail.com
Day: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 8 pm
Location: Louisville Palace Theater
Source: http://www.the-gala.com/gala.html
"Nevertheless: A Story of Resolve"
The play centers around one woman’s courageous battle after receiving startling news. It is a story of hope and perseverance in the midst of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Her story is YOUR story. You will laugh, cry, and be renewed.
The vision for this play is multidimensional. One, it is to encourage those who struggle with their faith. Have you ever questioned why you are faced with certain trials? Have you ever wondered when the storm will end? Secondly, it is to educate the community about breast cancer and to encourage women and men to be tested. A representative from the Susan G. Komen Foundation will be at each performance to answer questions and disseminate information about breast cancer awareness. Lastly, it is philanthropic in scope. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Step By Step Ministries, a non-profit organization for young single mothers.
Come join us for five exhilarating performances at the University of Kentucky’s Memorial Hall on:
April 22 @ 7:00 p.m.*
April 23 @ 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.
April 29 @ 7:00 p.m.**
May 1 @ 3:00 p.m.*
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of performance and may be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 859-257-TICS
or by visiting UK Student Center Ticket Office, Room 253.
* This performance will include a Q&A session with the cast and playwright
** This performance will include interpreters for the hearing impaired community
The vision for this play is multidimensional. One, it is to encourage those who struggle with their faith. Have you ever questioned why you are faced with certain trials? Have you ever wondered when the storm will end? Secondly, it is to educate the community about breast cancer and to encourage women and men to be tested. A representative from the Susan G. Komen Foundation will be at each performance to answer questions and disseminate information about breast cancer awareness. Lastly, it is philanthropic in scope. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Step By Step Ministries, a non-profit organization for young single mothers.
Come join us for five exhilarating performances at the University of Kentucky’s Memorial Hall on:
April 22 @ 7:00 p.m.*
April 23 @ 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.
April 29 @ 7:00 p.m.**
May 1 @ 3:00 p.m.*
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of performance and may be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 859-257-TICS
or by visiting UK Student Center Ticket Office, Room 253.
* This performance will include a Q&A session with the cast and playwright
** This performance will include interpreters for the hearing impaired community
Kiddie Drum Circle
Get sticky with LexPhil at the April PB&J Concert!
Bring your little ones for a musical morning of fun with Drum Circle at McConnell Springs.They'll enjoy a concert, instrument petting zoo, and yummy snack!
Saturday, April 30th at 10:00 and 11:00 am
Call 233.4226 or click for tickets.
Bring your little ones for a musical morning of fun with Drum Circle at McConnell Springs.They'll enjoy a concert, instrument petting zoo, and yummy snack!
Saturday, April 30th at 10:00 and 11:00 am
Call 233.4226 or click for tickets.
House of God
HOUSE OF GOD 866 GEORGETOWN ST
We are in the feast!!!!
Service nightly at 8:15pm….Saturday Sabbath services at the regular times
Friday night "WHEN I SEE THE BLOOD" DRAMA SKIT
COME OUT TO EXPERIENCE SOME OF WHAT THE FEAST IS ALL ABOUT!
GUEST SPEAKER BEGINNING THIS FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH THE END OF THE FEAST IS
EVANGELIST JACKIE WEEMS OF ATLANTA GEORGIA
LET'S CELEBRATE JESUS!!!!!
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866 YOUTH DAY FUNDRAISER
VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT!
SAT. NIGHT APRIL 30TH @8:30PM
TO SIGN UP YOUR TEAM, PLEASE CONTACT JOE HIGGINS @ 859-489-2696
FOOD WILL BE SOLD!
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LOYALTY MONTH DATES
CHILDREN'S DAY-MAY 7TH
YOUTH DAY-MAY 14TH
WOMEN'S DAY- MAY 21ST
MEN'S DAY- MAY 28TH
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*NEW House of God New Covenant
FIFTH FRIDAY YOUTH FELLOWSHIP SERVICE!
5th Friday Fellowship, April 29, 2011 @ New Covenant House of God. We would like to invite the youth of your local church to come out to this service! Please pass this to the YPU/ Youth Leader at your local church. If you could make an announcement at your local church I would greatly appreciate it! Hope to see you there!!
Attached are two documents, an offical letter from Pastor Tyrone D. Johnson Sr. and flyer for event
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GMWA
WEEKLY REHEARSALS MONDAY NIGHTS @ 7PM AT A NEW LOCATION!
EAST SECOND ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCH @ 146 CONSTITUTION ST.
We are in the feast!!!!
Service nightly at 8:15pm….Saturday Sabbath services at the regular times
Friday night "WHEN I SEE THE BLOOD" DRAMA SKIT
COME OUT TO EXPERIENCE SOME OF WHAT THE FEAST IS ALL ABOUT!
GUEST SPEAKER BEGINNING THIS FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH THE END OF THE FEAST IS
EVANGELIST JACKIE WEEMS OF ATLANTA GEORGIA
LET'S CELEBRATE JESUS!!!!!
*******************
866 YOUTH DAY FUNDRAISER
VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT!
SAT. NIGHT APRIL 30TH @8:30PM
TO SIGN UP YOUR TEAM, PLEASE CONTACT JOE HIGGINS @ 859-489-2696
FOOD WILL BE SOLD!
************************
LOYALTY MONTH DATES
CHILDREN'S DAY-MAY 7TH
YOUTH DAY-MAY 14TH
WOMEN'S DAY- MAY 21ST
MEN'S DAY- MAY 28TH
___________________________________
*NEW House of God New Covenant
FIFTH FRIDAY YOUTH FELLOWSHIP SERVICE!
5th Friday Fellowship, April 29, 2011 @ New Covenant House of God. We would like to invite the youth of your local church to come out to this service! Please pass this to the YPU/ Youth Leader at your local church. If you could make an announcement at your local church I would greatly appreciate it! Hope to see you there!!
Attached are two documents, an offical letter from Pastor Tyrone D. Johnson Sr. and flyer for event
__________________________
GMWA
WEEKLY REHEARSALS MONDAY NIGHTS @ 7PM AT A NEW LOCATION!
EAST SECOND ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCH @ 146 CONSTITUTION ST.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Brian McKnight
Tickets On Sale Now!
Location:Brown Theatre, 315 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
Date(s)/Time(s):Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 7:30 PM
Ages: All ages
Price:$35.00 - $55.00
A legend as an R&B recording artist, Brian McKnight has released thirteen albums to date. Seven of them have gone platinum, with several going double- and triple-platinum, and he has sold over twenty million albums worldwide. A star of stage, television and radio, McKnight now returns to the place he belongs, the concert stage, sharing the music he was born to sing. This unplugged live concert will feature an intimate acoustic celebration of R&B, Pop, Gospel and Hip-Hop, narrated and performed by one of music's most talented families.
Special Guests BRKN RBTZ & Claude McKnight
Location:Brown Theatre, 315 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
Date(s)/Time(s):Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 7:30 PM
Ages: All ages
Price:$35.00 - $55.00
A legend as an R&B recording artist, Brian McKnight has released thirteen albums to date. Seven of them have gone platinum, with several going double- and triple-platinum, and he has sold over twenty million albums worldwide. A star of stage, television and radio, McKnight now returns to the place he belongs, the concert stage, sharing the music he was born to sing. This unplugged live concert will feature an intimate acoustic celebration of R&B, Pop, Gospel and Hip-Hop, narrated and performed by one of music's most talented families.
Special Guests BRKN RBTZ & Claude McKnight
MLK Mixtape Project
Tonight @ the MLK Mixtape Project: Come out and connect with Professor Melynda Price, who will discuss a portion of King's book Strength to Love. Dr. Price is truly one of our stars here at UK--having earned both a PhD and JD, her doctoral dissertation was awarded the 2007 best dissertation award from the Race, Ethnicity, and Politics section of the American Political Science Association. She works on one of the most crucial issues of our time: race and punishment in the criminal justice system, and is working on a book titled "At The Cross: Race, Religion, and Citizenship in the Politics of the Death Penalty Among African Americans. Scholarship is not just researching, writing, and publishing for Professor Price: she has long been committed to action--in the academy, in the prisons, and in the street. Come out to meet and discuss MLK's work with Dr. Price; come out to hear more about her work; come out to share your perspective; come out to meet beautiful, thoughtful, engaged people from throughout our community.
No matter what else we might do, we have to create spaces where we can come together, discuss our issues from our own perspectives, hear each other, and build visions and action for the future. Let's create that space together...
What: The MLK Mixtape Project
Where: St Paul AME Church 251 N. Upper St, Lexington
When: Tonight, 6-8pm
Even if you can't make it yourself, tell somebody!
No matter what else we might do, we have to create spaces where we can come together, discuss our issues from our own perspectives, hear each other, and build visions and action for the future. Let's create that space together...
What: The MLK Mixtape Project
Where: St Paul AME Church 251 N. Upper St, Lexington
When: Tonight, 6-8pm
Even if you can't make it yourself, tell somebody!
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Smooth Jazz Concert
Time Saturday, August 6 · 3:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Spindletop Lexington Ky
More Info: Artist to be announced in May
Cost: Early bird prices starting in May. Call Debbie Cole for more infomation 859.255.2653
Location: Spindletop Lexington Ky
More Info: Artist to be announced in May
Cost: Early bird prices starting in May. Call Debbie Cole for more infomation 859.255.2653
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Fayette County Superintendent Search
Please help in the search for a new superintendent to lead Fayette County Public Schools!
All community members are invited to provide input to the search consulting firm hired to recruit the next schools chief. Through public forums and online surveys, we hope to hear from a wide cross section of stakeholders.
Forums are slated for 7 p.m.: .
Monday April 18 at Bryan Station High School in the auditorium, hosted by the United Way of the Bluegrass.
Monday April 18 at Tates Creek High School in the library, hosted by the Lexington Public Library.
Tuesday April 19 at Henry Clay High School in the auditorium, hosted by the Equity Council.
Tuesday April 19 at Lafayette High School in the auditorium, hosted by Commerce Lexington.
Wednesday April 20 at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in the cafeteria, hosted by the 16th District PTA.
Online survey
Beginning Tuesday April 19, an online survey will be available at www.fcps.net for interested community members to submit their input.
All community members are invited to provide input to the search consulting firm hired to recruit the next schools chief. Through public forums and online surveys, we hope to hear from a wide cross section of stakeholders.
Forums are slated for 7 p.m.: .
Monday April 18 at Bryan Station High School in the auditorium, hosted by the United Way of the Bluegrass.
Monday April 18 at Tates Creek High School in the library, hosted by the Lexington Public Library.
Tuesday April 19 at Henry Clay High School in the auditorium, hosted by the Equity Council.
Tuesday April 19 at Lafayette High School in the auditorium, hosted by Commerce Lexington.
Wednesday April 20 at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in the cafeteria, hosted by the 16th District PTA.
Online survey
Beginning Tuesday April 19, an online survey will be available at www.fcps.net for interested community members to submit their input.
Fayette County High School Graduations
Fayette County Public Schools has announced the 2011 schedule for high school graduations: .
Friday June 3:
4:30 p.m. – Paul Laurence Dunbar
7:30 p.m. – Bryan Station
Saturday June 4:
11 a.m. – Henry Clay
2 p.m. – Lafayette
5 p.m. – Tates Creek
Friday June 3:
4:30 p.m. – Paul Laurence Dunbar
7:30 p.m. – Bryan Station
Saturday June 4:
11 a.m. – Henry Clay
2 p.m. – Lafayette
5 p.m. – Tates Creek
Free Chinese Summer Camp
Thanks to renewal of a STARTALK federal grant, Fayette County Public Schools will again partner with the University of Kentucky to offer a Chinese summer program. FCPS will receive about $33,600 of the $123,523 award.
The two-week program enables kids in grades K-8 to practice the language during summer break, and it gives UK college students a venue for their teaching practicum. The classes offer various opportunities for authentic Chinese cultural experiences and hands-on activities in an immersion environment. .
The free program, set for June 20 through July 1 at Crawford Middle School, can accommodate about 50 students. Applicants must currently be studying Chinese in an FCPS classroom; the program is not for beginners.
The application deadline is May 6.
The two-week program enables kids in grades K-8 to practice the language during summer break, and it gives UK college students a venue for their teaching practicum. The classes offer various opportunities for authentic Chinese cultural experiences and hands-on activities in an immersion environment. .
The free program, set for June 20 through July 1 at Crawford Middle School, can accommodate about 50 students. Applicants must currently be studying Chinese in an FCPS classroom; the program is not for beginners.
The application deadline is May 6.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Over the Rainbow
The Black Theatre Workshop will perform "Over the Rainbow" at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 16, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at the Downtown Arts Center.
"Over the Rainbow" is one of seven shows being presented at the World Theatre Festival.
Tickets for the World Theatre Festival are $10 per show, $20 for a festival pass or $15 for a family pass. To reserve tickets, call the Downtown Arts Center ticket office at (859) 225-0370 or visit www.ukworldtheatrefest.com. For more information on the festival, contact the UK Department of Theatre at (859) 257-3297 or uktheatre@uky.edu.
"Over the Rainbow" is one of seven shows being presented at the World Theatre Festival.
Tickets for the World Theatre Festival are $10 per show, $20 for a festival pass or $15 for a family pass. To reserve tickets, call the Downtown Arts Center ticket office at (859) 225-0370 or visit www.ukworldtheatrefest.com. For more information on the festival, contact the UK Department of Theatre at (859) 257-3297 or uktheatre@uky.edu.
5 Across
The Lexington Venture Club and Awesome Inc. are proud to announce 5 Across, an informal gathering of entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers from Lexington, KY. Each Five Across meeting will feature presentations from local entrepreneurs who will be pitching their idea to a panel of judges. In addition, each Five Across winner will have the opportunity to pitch at a Lexington Venture Club meeting as well as have a chance at the $3,500 yearly grand prize!
5 Pitches from different teams
5 Minutes per pitch
5 PM start time
5 $ cost (includes food)
$500 prize to the winning pitch
Date: 4/27/2011
Time: 5:00 PM TO 6:30 PM
Awesome, Inc.
348 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: (859) 254-4447
commercelexington.com
Register to http://5across.eventbrite.com/
5 Pitches from different teams
5 Minutes per pitch
5 PM start time
5 $ cost (includes food)
$500 prize to the winning pitch
Date: 4/27/2011
Time: 5:00 PM TO 6:30 PM
Awesome, Inc.
348 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: (859) 254-4447
commercelexington.com
Register to http://5across.eventbrite.com/
EXPLORE CHINA with Commerce Lexington Inc.
Explore China
Date: 9/29/2011 TO 10/7/2011
Don’t miss this opportunity of a lifetime to explore CHINA in 2011 through Commerce Lexington Inc. to learn more about its culture and economic impact on the world. This trip is scheduled to take place September 29 - October 7, 2011.
This trip will feature visits to Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou, and Hangzhou, with tours of Tian An Men Square, the Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Ming Tombs, National Embroidery Institute, Lingyin Temple, and more.
(859) 254-4447
Source: Commercelexington.com
Date: 9/29/2011 TO 10/7/2011
Don’t miss this opportunity of a lifetime to explore CHINA in 2011 through Commerce Lexington Inc. to learn more about its culture and economic impact on the world. This trip is scheduled to take place September 29 - October 7, 2011.
This trip will feature visits to Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou, and Hangzhou, with tours of Tian An Men Square, the Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Ming Tombs, National Embroidery Institute, Lingyin Temple, and more.
(859) 254-4447
Source: Commercelexington.com
Jump Start!
Open to children 4-6 years old from June – July (8 week program)
Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner served 5:15 p.m. -5:45 p.m.
Cost: Free.
Currently taking enrollment applications.
Imani Family Life Center Inc.
1555 Georgetown Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40511
(859) 231-1555
Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner served 5:15 p.m. -5:45 p.m.
Cost: Free.
Currently taking enrollment applications.
Imani Family Life Center Inc.
1555 Georgetown Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40511
(859) 231-1555
Imani Summer Camp
Summer Camp
Imani Family Life Center's Summer Camp is a camp for children ages 5 through 13 years of age. The program will run from June 6 through August 9 and will be divided in to two five-week sessions. The first five-week session will run from June 6 – July 8 and the second session will run July 11 – August 9, 2011. Hours of operation for the program are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The program is closed on official holidays (July 4th).
The Imani Summer Camp Program offers many features such as an indoor gymnasium with 2 official-sized basketball courts, 2 official-sized soccer fields, a baseball field, a library and a computer lab on the premises. Tutoring will also be available.
Since we will be taking several fieldtrips, there will be on average a $9.00 weekly fee.
Payment for camp must be made no later than the Friday before the week the child attends camp or the Monday of the week of camp. Your child can join camp in the middle of the week and will be assessed $16.00 per day until a full week can be assessed. Other than the starting week, Camp will be assessed in full weeks only.
The program is only open to the first 125 children and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Applications for the Imani Summer Camp are now being accepted. Applications must be submitted no later than May 20, 2011. A $20.00 registration fee is required and the registration fee will be applied to the cost for the first week of camp. Remember, only the first 125 children will be accepted in the program, so get your application in!!
Sign up now and receive a free Summer Camp
T-shirt AND a free Imani Backpack!
Imani Family Life Center Inc.
1555 Georgetown Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40511
(859) 231-1555
Imani Family Life Center's Summer Camp is a camp for children ages 5 through 13 years of age. The program will run from June 6 through August 9 and will be divided in to two five-week sessions. The first five-week session will run from June 6 – July 8 and the second session will run July 11 – August 9, 2011. Hours of operation for the program are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The program is closed on official holidays (July 4th).
The Imani Summer Camp Program offers many features such as an indoor gymnasium with 2 official-sized basketball courts, 2 official-sized soccer fields, a baseball field, a library and a computer lab on the premises. Tutoring will also be available.
Since we will be taking several fieldtrips, there will be on average a $9.00 weekly fee.
Payment for camp must be made no later than the Friday before the week the child attends camp or the Monday of the week of camp. Your child can join camp in the middle of the week and will be assessed $16.00 per day until a full week can be assessed. Other than the starting week, Camp will be assessed in full weeks only.
The program is only open to the first 125 children and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Applications for the Imani Summer Camp are now being accepted. Applications must be submitted no later than May 20, 2011. A $20.00 registration fee is required and the registration fee will be applied to the cost for the first week of camp. Remember, only the first 125 children will be accepted in the program, so get your application in!!
Sign up now and receive a free Summer Camp
T-shirt AND a free Imani Backpack!
Imani Family Life Center Inc.
1555 Georgetown Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40511
(859) 231-1555
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
From Bourgeois to Boojie: Black Middle Class Performances
based on the book by Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young
What is the Black Middle Class?
Join the African American Studies and Research Progam for a Performance/Conversation by UK's own Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young as he answers this question.
Young is an Associate Professor in the University of Kentucky's Department of English. He is also the author and originator of both the book and play, "Your Average Nigga," which he recently performed to a standing room only crowd.
Young's performance is a part of the S.T. Roach Community Conversations held monthly at the Lyric Theater.
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: April 14
Location: Lyric Theater
Cost: Free and Open to the public
For more information, contact Le Datta Grimes at 257-0187.
What is the Black Middle Class?
Join the African American Studies and Research Progam for a Performance/Conversation by UK's own Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young as he answers this question.
Young is an Associate Professor in the University of Kentucky's Department of English. He is also the author and originator of both the book and play, "Your Average Nigga," which he recently performed to a standing room only crowd.
Young's performance is a part of the S.T. Roach Community Conversations held monthly at the Lyric Theater.
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: April 14
Location: Lyric Theater
Cost: Free and Open to the public
For more information, contact Le Datta Grimes at 257-0187.
Martin Lawrence
Date & Time: Sat, May 21 2011
Time:8:00 PM
Location: KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, KY
Time:8:00 PM
Location: KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, KY
Lexington PAL Mentoring Program
The Lexington KY Police Activities/Athletic League is seeking mentors for this program, and mentees that would benefit from the PAL Mentoring Program.
Contact (Connie Rayford) at 859-433-8440 for additional information.
Contact (Connie Rayford) at 859-433-8440 for additional information.
The O'Jays
Date: Saturday, April 16
Time: 8:45pm
Location: Frankfort Convention Center
Cost: $20.00 - $30.00
For more info: frankfortconventioncenter.com
Source: online
Time: 8:45pm
Location: Frankfort Convention Center
Cost: $20.00 - $30.00
For more info: frankfortconventioncenter.com
Source: online
Love Letters
Starring Alicia Helm and Everett McCorvey
The University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts will present its first collegewide event as it stages A.R. Gurney's poignant work "Love Letters" featuring local celebrities Alicia Helm and Everett McCorvey, of UK Opera Theatre. The production, a college fundraiser for faculty research, will grace the Guignol Theatre stage 7:30 p.m., April 29 and 30.
A Pulitzer Prize nominee, "Love Letters" centers on just two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, whose friendship and ill-fated romance takes them from elementary school through adolescence, maturity and into middle age. Gardner and Ladd sit side-by-side and read the notes, letters and cards amassed during their nearly 50 years as a couple. The story of the pair's relationship gradually unfolds from what is written - and what is left unsaid.
Tickets for "Love Letters" are $75 for general admission and a dessert reception. Premier admission will be available for $150 for the April 30 showing, and will include a pre-show buffet, music, an art exhibition viewing, premium seating and a dessert reception. A processing fee will be added to online ticket sales only. Tickets can be purchased through the Singletary Center Ticket Office at (859) 257-4929, online at www.singletarytickets.com, or in person at the ticket office.
The University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts will present its first collegewide event as it stages A.R. Gurney's poignant work "Love Letters" featuring local celebrities Alicia Helm and Everett McCorvey, of UK Opera Theatre. The production, a college fundraiser for faculty research, will grace the Guignol Theatre stage 7:30 p.m., April 29 and 30.
A Pulitzer Prize nominee, "Love Letters" centers on just two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, whose friendship and ill-fated romance takes them from elementary school through adolescence, maturity and into middle age. Gardner and Ladd sit side-by-side and read the notes, letters and cards amassed during their nearly 50 years as a couple. The story of the pair's relationship gradually unfolds from what is written - and what is left unsaid.
Tickets for "Love Letters" are $75 for general admission and a dessert reception. Premier admission will be available for $150 for the April 30 showing, and will include a pre-show buffet, music, an art exhibition viewing, premium seating and a dessert reception. A processing fee will be added to online ticket sales only. Tickets can be purchased through the Singletary Center Ticket Office at (859) 257-4929, online at www.singletarytickets.com, or in person at the ticket office.
60 Minutes with Total Grace
Every Wednesday
Total Grace Baptist Church
1313 N Limestone
Lexington, KY
More Info Come enjoy a free lunch and a powerful worship experience. This is designed to allow you to come and eat both physically and spiritually on your lunch break. All are welcomed.
Total Grace Baptist Church
1313 N Limestone
Lexington, KY
More Info Come enjoy a free lunch and a powerful worship experience. This is designed to allow you to come and eat both physically and spiritually on your lunch break. All are welcomed.
World Theatre Festival
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 13, 2011) − The University of Kentucky Department of Theatre will close out the university's 100th year of theatre with enchanting tales from around the world, all included in the World Theatre Festival, being presented April 16-17, at the Downtown Arts Center.
Prepare to be entertained with two days of largely family-friendly performances beginning with "Round the World Tales," a selection of works for children inspired by Latin American, African, Asian and Native American folk tales.
Round the World Tales," 11 a.m. Saturday and noon Sunday;
"Rosa and the Jumping Cow," noon Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday;
"Mahabharata Project," 2 p.m. Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday;
"Treasury of Noh Drama," 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday;
"Frankenstein," 6 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday;
"Over the Rainbow," 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; and
"Arlequin Refined by Love," 8 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday.
Audiences also have a chance to meet the actors, designers and directors of this event with a reception, compliments of Whole Foods Market, at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 16.
Tickets for the World Theatre Festival are $10 per show, $20 for a festival pass, or $15 for a family pass. To reserve tickets, call the Downtown Arts Center ticket office at (859) 225-0370 or visit www.ukworldtheatrefest.com. For more information on the festival, contact the UK Department of Theatre at (859) 257-3297 or uktheatre@uky.edu.
Prepare to be entertained with two days of largely family-friendly performances beginning with "Round the World Tales," a selection of works for children inspired by Latin American, African, Asian and Native American folk tales.
Round the World Tales," 11 a.m. Saturday and noon Sunday;
"Rosa and the Jumping Cow," noon Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday;
"Mahabharata Project," 2 p.m. Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday;
"Treasury of Noh Drama," 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday;
"Frankenstein," 6 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday;
"Over the Rainbow," 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; and
"Arlequin Refined by Love," 8 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday.
Audiences also have a chance to meet the actors, designers and directors of this event with a reception, compliments of Whole Foods Market, at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 16.
Tickets for the World Theatre Festival are $10 per show, $20 for a festival pass, or $15 for a family pass. To reserve tickets, call the Downtown Arts Center ticket office at (859) 225-0370 or visit www.ukworldtheatrefest.com. For more information on the festival, contact the UK Department of Theatre at (859) 257-3297 or uktheatre@uky.edu.
Monday, April 11, 2011
The Civil War in Black and White
Exhibit Opening & Lecture
“The Civil War in Black and White”
by Dr. Rynetta Davis, UK Department of English
21 April 2011, 4:00 p.m.
King Library, Special Collections
RSVP by Friday, 15 April 2011
For more info or to RSVP, contact: 859.257.1742 or kate.hesseldenz@uky.edu
Reception and exhibition viewing to follow
“The Civil War in Black and White”
by Dr. Rynetta Davis, UK Department of English
21 April 2011, 4:00 p.m.
King Library, Special Collections
RSVP by Friday, 15 April 2011
For more info or to RSVP, contact: 859.257.1742 or kate.hesseldenz@uky.edu
Reception and exhibition viewing to follow
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Segregated Housing in Lexington: A Tour
GET ON THE BUS
In commemoration of April being national Fair Housing month, the Lexington Fair Housing Council is partnering with the Lexington Human Rights Commission and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to offer a guided tour that highlights the history and impact of segregated housing in twentieth-century Lexington. Presenters will emphasize the historical and political climate in the Commonwealth leading up to the passage of the Fair Housing Act.
The tour will begin at 1pm at the Lyric Theatre and will end at 4pm at the Lyric Theatre, as well. The tour is open and free to everyone. However, participates must register. Registration can be done either over the internet at- lexingtonfairhousing.com or by calling our office at- 859-971-8067 (Ask for Art or Kyle).
This is our second annual 'Get on the Bus' tour! We hope that you will take advantage of this exciting and interesting educational opportunity that awaits!
Time: Wednesday, April 20 · 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Lexington, KY (Tour begins at the Lyric Theatre- address below)
300 E Third St. Lexington, KY 40508
Please feel free to call us at 971-8067 for more info.
In commemoration of April being national Fair Housing month, the Lexington Fair Housing Council is partnering with the Lexington Human Rights Commission and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to offer a guided tour that highlights the history and impact of segregated housing in twentieth-century Lexington. Presenters will emphasize the historical and political climate in the Commonwealth leading up to the passage of the Fair Housing Act.
The tour will begin at 1pm at the Lyric Theatre and will end at 4pm at the Lyric Theatre, as well. The tour is open and free to everyone. However, participates must register. Registration can be done either over the internet at- lexingtonfairhousing.com or by calling our office at- 859-971-8067 (Ask for Art or Kyle).
This is our second annual 'Get on the Bus' tour! We hope that you will take advantage of this exciting and interesting educational opportunity that awaits!
Time: Wednesday, April 20 · 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Lexington, KY (Tour begins at the Lyric Theatre- address below)
300 E Third St. Lexington, KY 40508
Please feel free to call us at 971-8067 for more info.
Friday, April 8, 2011
North
The for/word company, co-founded by Christina Ritter, lecturer at the University of Kentucky Department of Theatre, brings the original work "North," on the life of Anne Morrow Lindbergh, to Lexington for a limited weekend engagement April 7-10, at the Downtown Arts Center (DAC). This is the company's Kentucky debut.
Called "wistful, poetic, and wise" by the Chicago Tribune, "North" tells the story of a charged meeting between writer Anne Morrow Lindbergh, wife to aviator Charles, and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the man whom she felt best understood her work.
As Anne's character says in the play, "This story is fiction and not biography." Yet, "North" is based in the historical record. In keeping with the for/word company’s creative technique, "North" is constructed exclusively from Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s letters and journals, poetic memoirs, fiction and poetry, and wartime polemics. It also draws from material written by her husband, Charles Lindbergh and by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, including his poetic works on flight, his journals and letters, and his famous children’s book.
Called "wistful, poetic, and wise" by the Chicago Tribune, "North" tells the story of a charged meeting between writer Anne Morrow Lindbergh, wife to aviator Charles, and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the man whom she felt best understood her work.
As Anne's character says in the play, "This story is fiction and not biography." Yet, "North" is based in the historical record. In keeping with the for/word company’s creative technique, "North" is constructed exclusively from Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s letters and journals, poetic memoirs, fiction and poetry, and wartime polemics. It also draws from material written by her husband, Charles Lindbergh and by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, including his poetic works on flight, his journals and letters, and his famous children’s book.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
From Bourgeois to Boojie: Black Middle Class Performances
based on the book by Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young
What is the Black Middle Class?
Join the African American Studies and Research Progam for a Performance/Conversation by UK's own Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young as he answers this question.
Young is an Associate Professor in the University of Kentucky's Department of English. He is also the author and originator of both the book and play, "Your Average Nigga," which he recently performed to a standing room only crowd.
Young's performance is a part of the S.T. Roach Community Conversations held monthly at the Lyric Theater.
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: April 14
Location: Lyric Theater
Cost: Free and Open to the public
For more information, contact Le Datta Grimes at 257-0187.
What is the Black Middle Class?
Join the African American Studies and Research Progam for a Performance/Conversation by UK's own Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young as he answers this question.
Young is an Associate Professor in the University of Kentucky's Department of English. He is also the author and originator of both the book and play, "Your Average Nigga," which he recently performed to a standing room only crowd.
Young's performance is a part of the S.T. Roach Community Conversations held monthly at the Lyric Theater.
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: April 14
Location: Lyric Theater
Cost: Free and Open to the public
For more information, contact Le Datta Grimes at 257-0187.
Let Justice Roll
Renowned scholar of theology, James Cone is set to speak at the public launch of the MLKCC Scholar-in-Residence Program. Cone’s inaugural lecture is titled “Let Justice Roll.”
Currently serving as the Charles A. Briggs Professor of Systematic Theology at Union Theological Seminary in New York City, Cone is widely regarded to be the father and founder of Black Liberation Theology. His numerous publications on the subject include "Black Theology and Black Power,” “A Black Theology of Liberation,” “God of the Oppressed,” “Martin & Malcolm in America,” “A Dream or a Nightmare,” “For My People: Black Theology and the Black Church,” and “Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going.” Discussants of Cone’s lecture will include members of the UK faculty and the Lexington community.
Time: 4 p.m
Date: Thursday, April 14
Location: 102 White Hall Classroom Building
For more information on the MLK Cultural Center at the Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Center at (859) 257-4130.
Currently serving as the Charles A. Briggs Professor of Systematic Theology at Union Theological Seminary in New York City, Cone is widely regarded to be the father and founder of Black Liberation Theology. His numerous publications on the subject include "Black Theology and Black Power,” “A Black Theology of Liberation,” “God of the Oppressed,” “Martin & Malcolm in America,” “A Dream or a Nightmare,” “For My People: Black Theology and the Black Church,” and “Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going.” Discussants of Cone’s lecture will include members of the UK faculty and the Lexington community.
Time: 4 p.m
Date: Thursday, April 14
Location: 102 White Hall Classroom Building
For more information on the MLK Cultural Center at the Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Center at (859) 257-4130.
Pulitzer Prize Winner Leonard Pitts
Leonard Pitts, Jr., the 2004 winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary, will deliver the 34th annual University of Kentucky School of Journalism and Telecommunications' Joe Creason Lecture at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, in the Worsham Theatre of the UK Student Center. The lecture, titled "Owning What You Know," is free and open to the public.
Pitts joined The Miami Herald in 1991 as its pop music critic. Since 1994, he has written a syndicated column of commentary on pop culture, social issues, and family life. His book, "Becoming Dad: Black Men and the Journey to Fatherhood," was released in May 1999.
"We’re really looking forward to welcoming a past Pulitzer Prize recipient to campus," said Beth Barnes, director of the School of Journalism and Telecommunications. "He is going to focus on the need for fact-based journalism, which is a really critical element these days when it's so easy for people to claim to be journalists."
Source: www.uky.edu
Pitts joined The Miami Herald in 1991 as its pop music critic. Since 1994, he has written a syndicated column of commentary on pop culture, social issues, and family life. His book, "Becoming Dad: Black Men and the Journey to Fatherhood," was released in May 1999.
"We’re really looking forward to welcoming a past Pulitzer Prize recipient to campus," said Beth Barnes, director of the School of Journalism and Telecommunications. "He is going to focus on the need for fact-based journalism, which is a really critical element these days when it's so easy for people to claim to be journalists."
Source: www.uky.edu
Monday, April 4, 2011
Tax Info!
As the tax deadline of April 18th draws near, my office would like to pass along a few online tax resources that may expedite your filing process. The IRS website has a host of online tools to help you submit your tax information, track your refund, and more. Keep in mind the following things for this 2011 tax season:
*Updated Tax Tips 2011 page on the IRS website.
*Cut down on the paperwork. If you make less than $58,000 gross income, you can use the IRS’ new tool called Freefile that allows you to file your tax forms online without the hassle of mailing.
*Track your refund. Where’s My Refund? is an online tool that allows taxpayers to track your refunds. To get your refund faster through setting up direct deposit, click here.
*Tax credits for small businesses. In response to the recession, Congress implemented new tax credits to spur economic growth and recovery. The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 created additional tax credits for small businesses. Click here to see if your small business qualifies for any of these new tax provisions.
*Tax credits for students. Parents and students may qualify for the American Opportunity Credit that may be claimed for the first four years of college expenses. Taxpayers are eligible for full credit if they are individuals earning less than $80,000 a year, or a couple earning $160,000 or less. Even if you make above these levels, you may qualify for a partial tax credit. For more information, click here.
*Understand the Earned Income Tax Credit. Earned income is the taxable wages and income you receive from working or owning your own business. To see if your earnings fall into this category, click here. Individuals earning less than $43,352 and couples earning $48,362 with children may qualify for The Earned Income Tax Credit. To see if you qualify, use the IRS’ Earned Income Tax Credit Assistant. To claim the Earned Income Tax Credit, you need to fill out Form 8862.
*You may qualify for free tax assistance. For low- and middle-income taxpayers with an annual income of $49,000 or less, you may qualify for free tax help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. If you make less than $49,000 a year and believe your tax questions cannot be handled over the phone, you can visit a Taxpayer Assistance Center for free face-to-face tax help. Use the IRS’ Office Locator to find a center nearest you.
*Know how unemployment benefits are taxed. Unemployment compensation received from the government is taxable as income. If you have received unemployment compensation during the year, you will be given a Form 1099-G indicating the amount you were paid. This amount must be included in your income. If you have received unemployment benefits, you may decide to have federal income tax withheld by filling out a Form W-4V.
Source: Congressman ben Chandler, e-mail
*Updated Tax Tips 2011 page on the IRS website.
*Cut down on the paperwork. If you make less than $58,000 gross income, you can use the IRS’ new tool called Freefile that allows you to file your tax forms online without the hassle of mailing.
*Track your refund. Where’s My Refund? is an online tool that allows taxpayers to track your refunds. To get your refund faster through setting up direct deposit, click here.
*Tax credits for small businesses. In response to the recession, Congress implemented new tax credits to spur economic growth and recovery. The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 created additional tax credits for small businesses. Click here to see if your small business qualifies for any of these new tax provisions.
*Tax credits for students. Parents and students may qualify for the American Opportunity Credit that may be claimed for the first four years of college expenses. Taxpayers are eligible for full credit if they are individuals earning less than $80,000 a year, or a couple earning $160,000 or less. Even if you make above these levels, you may qualify for a partial tax credit. For more information, click here.
*Understand the Earned Income Tax Credit. Earned income is the taxable wages and income you receive from working or owning your own business. To see if your earnings fall into this category, click here. Individuals earning less than $43,352 and couples earning $48,362 with children may qualify for The Earned Income Tax Credit. To see if you qualify, use the IRS’ Earned Income Tax Credit Assistant. To claim the Earned Income Tax Credit, you need to fill out Form 8862.
*You may qualify for free tax assistance. For low- and middle-income taxpayers with an annual income of $49,000 or less, you may qualify for free tax help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. If you make less than $49,000 a year and believe your tax questions cannot be handled over the phone, you can visit a Taxpayer Assistance Center for free face-to-face tax help. Use the IRS’ Office Locator to find a center nearest you.
*Know how unemployment benefits are taxed. Unemployment compensation received from the government is taxable as income. If you have received unemployment compensation during the year, you will be given a Form 1099-G indicating the amount you were paid. This amount must be included in your income. If you have received unemployment benefits, you may decide to have federal income tax withheld by filling out a Form W-4V.
Source: Congressman ben Chandler, e-mail
Friday, April 1, 2011
Bluegrass Local Food System Summit
We invite your participation in the April 21 Bluegrass Local Foods Summit being held at the Crestwood Christian Church in Lexington. From the agenda which is given below and also attached you can see that we begin at 8:30am and end at 4pm. We have also added a Kentucky Wine Tasting from 5pm-7pm at the Kentucky Proud Market.
Come for the entire day or attend any portion that your schedule will allow. Please understand that your involvement is deeply appreciated and most gratefully accepted. We all understand how critical re-building our local food system is in improving the common health of our people, economy, schools, community and environment.
Information tables will be arranged, so feel free to bring any other additional information to share with other participants.
jim embry
859-379-9046
Lexington,KY
Sustainable Communities Network, http://sustainlex.org/
Come for the entire day or attend any portion that your schedule will allow. Please understand that your involvement is deeply appreciated and most gratefully accepted. We all understand how critical re-building our local food system is in improving the common health of our people, economy, schools, community and environment.
Information tables will be arranged, so feel free to bring any other additional information to share with other participants.
jim embry
859-379-9046
Lexington,KY
Sustainable Communities Network, http://sustainlex.org/
Lymon T. Johnson Banquet
The 30th annual Lyman T. Johnson Student Awards Banquet will take place on Wednesday, April 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the UK Student Center Grand Ballroom.
This event, sponsored by the UK Black Student Union, is designed to recognize outstanding student achievement in the areas of scholarship, leadership and service. It is named in honor of Dr. Lyman T. Johnson, the legendary human rights champion whose landmark legal victory in 1949 resulted in the desegregation of the University of Kentucky.
The featured speaker for the banquet is Wayne Lewis, assistant professor in the UK College of Education.
The tickets for the banquet are $8 students, $10 faculty and $13 general public. A table of eight can be purchased for $60. Persons interested in purchasing tickets should contact committee member Miguel Douglin at (502) 777-6691 or at Miguel.doughlin@uky.edu.
For more information, contact Ronald Harrison, LTJ Banquet Chairperson @ [502]387-3025
This event, sponsored by the UK Black Student Union, is designed to recognize outstanding student achievement in the areas of scholarship, leadership and service. It is named in honor of Dr. Lyman T. Johnson, the legendary human rights champion whose landmark legal victory in 1949 resulted in the desegregation of the University of Kentucky.
The featured speaker for the banquet is Wayne Lewis, assistant professor in the UK College of Education.
The tickets for the banquet are $8 students, $10 faculty and $13 general public. A table of eight can be purchased for $60. Persons interested in purchasing tickets should contact committee member Miguel Douglin at (502) 777-6691 or at Miguel.doughlin@uky.edu.
For more information, contact Ronald Harrison, LTJ Banquet Chairperson @ [502]387-3025
Comedy!
Who: Aisha Tyler.
Date:7:15 p.m. April 28; 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. April 29, 30.
Location: Comedy Off Broadway. Lexington. $14-$22. On sale now. Comedyoffbroadway.
Source: kentucky.com
Date:7:15 p.m. April 28; 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. April 29, 30.
Location: Comedy Off Broadway. Lexington. $14-$22. On sale now. Comedyoffbroadway.
Source: kentucky.com
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