Community calendar for April 2, 2019

Published 9:54 am Tuesday, April 2, 2019

TODAY

— AARP income tax preparation assistance, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church annex, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Service is free for all taxpayers through the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Taxpayers should bring their previous year’s return and all documentation for 2018 income, proof of taxes paid and contributions required for those who itemize. Program is Mondays and Tuesdays through April 15.

— Winchester Board of Commissioners special meeting, 4 p.m. at Winchester City Hall. Regular meeting follows at 5:30 p.m.

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— Intro to smart cycling, 6 p.m. at the Clark County Public Library. Become a safer, more confident bicycle rider with this short safety course provided by Walk‐Bike Clark County. Learn about parts of a bike, essential equipment, and how to safely and comfortably ride in various traffic conditions, terrain and climates. Course taught by a League Certified Instructor. Learn to be a better cyclist and to share the road. For questions email bpac@ccgisonline.com.

— Celebrate Recovery meeting, 7 p.m. at Calvary Christian Church, 15 Redwing Drive. CR is a Christ-centered recovery program based on the eight Beatitudes, the 12 Steps and their Biblical comparison. There are also programs fro children kindergarten to 12 years and also for teens age 13 to 19. Childcare is provided for children up to 4 years old. Meeting are held each Tuesday. For more information, called Dickie Everman at 744-0817.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

— Tai Chi for seniors (60 and older), 10:30 a.m. at James B. Allen Generations Center, 32 Meadow St. Classes are free. Call 744-3235 for more information.

— Clark County High School Class of 1948 luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at Blue Isle Restaurant.

— Winchester Kiwanis Club meeting, noon at Taste of China, 600 Bypass Road. Guest speaker will be Jennifer Gulley, Clark County Health Department, with Paul Rodgers as program chair. For more information, contact Diana Reed, at dcartereed@yahoo.com.

— Wednesday Walk, noon to 12:30 p.m. at the The Traveling Trail on Bypass Road. Join naturalist Erin Sliney for light stretches and a stroll around the 1-mile walking path.

— Kentucky Picture Show, 2 p.m. at Clark County Public Library.

— Freedom From Smoking class, 4:30 p.m. at Clark County Pharmacy, 716 Boone Ave. Cost is $5 and participants must pre-register at the Clark County Health Department. For more information, call 744-4482.

— Grocery store tour, 5 p.m. at Kroger. Join a registered dietitian on a tour to learn how to make healthy food choices, save money and read food labels to improve wellness. Instructor will be located in the shopping cart area with a clipboard. Class size limited to 8 people. RSVP at Brynnan.jacobs@lpnt.net to reserve your spot.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4

  Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Clark County Health Department, 400 Professional Ave.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5

— Write Local meeting, 10 a.m. at Clark County Public Library.

— Winchester Rotary Club meeting, noon at Woody’s, 923 Bypass Road.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

— Clark County Republican Party meeting, 9 a.m. at Golden Corral. Guest speaker is Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball. All registered Republicans are invited to attend.

— “Invest in Yo’Self: Finding Meaning and Purpose for a Healthy Life,”  10 a.m. at College Park Gym. Join Ryan Shelton, physical therapist and owner of PhilanthroPT, as he discusses the hurdles of creating healthy habits.

— Gospel singing to benefit Lady Veterans Connect, 6 p.m. at the Kentucky National Guard Armory, 1812 Irvine Road in Richmond. Featuring the Calvary Heirs, Allen Duncan and Whit Whitaker. Suggested donation $10 for adults, $5 children. Bring your own chair. Food and a silent auction available.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

— Litter pick up with WIN, 2 p.m. at College Park. Join Winchester Inspired by Nature (WIN) for a litter pick up. WIN will provide gloves, bags and hand sanitizer. Participants will break off into small groups to pick up around the playground, park and around the gym. Meet at College Park pavilion. For more information, email WInspiredByNature@gmail.com.

MONDAY, APRIL 8

— AARP income tax preparation assistance, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church annex, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Service is free for all taxpayers through the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Taxpayers should bring their previous year’s return and all documentation for 2018 income, proof of taxes paid and contributions required for those who itemize. Program is Mondays and Tuesdays through April 15.

— George Rogers Clark High School school-based decision-making council meeting, 4 p.m. in the SBDM conference room.

— Administrative Hearing Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. at city hall commission chambers, 32 Wall St.

— Alzheimer’s and dementia caregiver support group meeting, 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church. Use alley door. For more information, call 744-2524.

— Celebrate Recovery at Grace Baptist Church, 5990 Lexington Road. Dinner is at  6 p.m., large group at 7 p.m., small groups at 8 p.m. and dessert and fellowship at 9 p.m. Child care available. For a ride, call Vern at 859-595-5816 before 5 p.m. Mondays. For more information call David Tobin at 859-771-2812. 

TUESDAY, APRIL 9

— AARP income tax preparation assistance, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church annex, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Service is free for all taxpayers through the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Taxpayers should bring their previous year’s return and all documentation for 2018 income, proof of taxes paid and contributions required for those who itemize. Program is Mondays and Tuesdays through April 15.

— Guided bicycle your, 6 p.m. at College Park Gym. Enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride through the alleys around College Park. If planning to borrow equipment, arrive at 5:30 p.m. to be properly fitted. Hosted by Walk‐Bike Clark County. For questions, email bpac@ccgisonline.com.

— Celebrate Recovery meeting, 7 p.m. at Calvary Christian Church, 15 Redwing Drive. CR is a Christ-centered recovery program based on the eight Beatitudes, the 12 Steps and their Biblical comparison. There are also programs fro children kindergarten to 12 years and also for teens age 13 to 19. Childcare is provided for children up to 4 years old. Meeting are held each Tuesday. For more information, called Dickie Everman at 744-0817.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10

  Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, 8 to 9:30 a.m. hosted by Partners in Education at Baker Intermediate School, 1645 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

— Clark County Fiscal Court, 9:30 a.m., at the Clark County Courthouse.

— Tai Chi for seniors (60 and older), 10:30 a.m. at James B. Allen Generations Center, 32 Meadow St. Classes are free. Call 744-3235 for more information.

— Winchester Kiwanis Club meeting, noon at Taste of China, 600 Bypass Road.

— Wednesday Walk, noon to 12:30 p.m. at the The Traveling Trail on Bypass Road. Join naturalist Erin Sliney for light stretches and a stroll around the 1-mile walking path.

— Kentucky Picture Show, 2 p.m. at Clark County Public Library.

— Baker Intermediate School-based Decision-making Council meeting, 3:30 p.m. in the school’s library at 1645 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

— Whole30, 6:30 p.m. at Clark County Public Library. Come learn about this eating plan from someone who successfully maneuvered the Whole30 and is reaping the benefits.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

— The Telephone Pioneers luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at DJ’s Bar and Grill. All former and current Bell South and AT&T employees are invited to attend.

— “Establishing a Meditation Practice for Stress Reduction,” 6 p.m. at College Park Gym. Instructor Cindy Reed is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree from the UK and 20 years experience in the field. The class will be a mix of education and practice and all levels of physical ability are welcome.

— Disc golf beginners clinic, 6 p.m. at Iron Works Disc Golf Course. Open to all levels of players, including the earliest beginner. Learn the rules of the game and basic play. Loaner discs will be available to all who attend.

— Bluegrass Heritage Museum Second Thursday program, 6:30 p.m. at 217 S. Main St. Speaker will be Kelly Brengelman as Madeline McDowell Breckinridge with her presentation “Votes for Women.” BrecjProgram is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 745-1358.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

— Write Local meeting, 10 a.m. at Clark County Public Library.

— Grocery store tour, 10 a.m. at Kroger. Join a registered dietitian on a tour to learn how to make healthy food choices, save money and read food labels to improve wellness. Instructor will be located in the shopping cart area with a clipboard. Class size limited to four people. RSVP at brynnan.jacobs@lpnt.net to reserve your spot.

— Winchester Rotary Club meeting, noon at Woody’s, 923 Bypass Road. Guest speaker will be Jim Host, founder of Host Communications.

— 30th annual Boonesboro Lioness Auction to benefit Hospice East at First Church of God gym, 2500 Colby Road. Bake sale begins at 4 p.m. Auction begins at 6 p.m. with Woodrow Wilson as auctioneer. Refreshments will be served. Open to the public. For more information or to donate to the auction, call Hospice East at 744-9866 or 800-398-9866.