Community calendar for March 22, 2019
Published 10:23 am Friday, March 22, 2019
TODAY
— Write Local meeting, 10 a.m. at Clark County Public Library.
— Special Clark County GIS board meeting, 10 a.m. at Winchester Municipal Utilities, 150 N. Main St.
— Winchester Rotary Club meeting, noon at Woody’s, 923 Bypass Road. Danny Neely will facilitate an “On The Table” discussion.
— Open house, noon to 4 p.m. at Rose Mary C. Brooks Place. Tour the facility and learn bout independent and assisted living options. For more information, call Carol Bennett at 745-4904.
— “The Scoop on Protein Powders,” 12:30 p.m. at Full Circle Market. Will cover whey protein, plant-based proteins (such as pea and rice), as well as bone broth protein. Includes tastings and recipes. Register by calling 859-744-3008.
— Greater St. James CME Church, 410 W. Washington St., spring revival, 6:30 p.m. n The Rev. Marvin King of First Baptist Church on North Highland Street will be the speaker.
— Knights of Columbus Lenten fish fry, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Menu includes fish, hush puppies, cole slaw, twisty taters and a drink. Cheese pizza will be available for children. Homemade clam chowder will be available for $10 per quart or $4 per bowl. Meal is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5 for children.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
— Long hike at Lower Howard’s Creek, 9 a.m. at 1225 Athens-Boonesboro Road. Explore the Salt Spring Trace to the North Fork of the preserve. This moderately-strenuous hike begins at the John Holder Trail behind Halls on the River. To RSVP, contact Karis Pumphrey at 859-806-2466.
— “The Scoop on Protein Powders,” 12:30 p.m. at Full Circle Market. Will cover whey protein, plant-based proteins (such as pea and rice), as well as bone broth protein. Includes tastings and recipes. Register by calling 859-744-3008.
— The Keto Bandwagon, 3 p.m. at Full Circle Market. Learn what it means to get your body into ketosis for weight loss. Includes tastings and recipes. Register by calling 859-744-3008. Class limit is 12 people.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
— 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-Clark County Chamber of Commerce membership luncheon, noon at BCTC, 2020 Rolling Hills Lane. Guest speaker will be Clark Circuit Court Clerk Martha Miller on the new Kentucky driver’s licenses. Cost is $10 per person and includes lunch. RSVP to 744-6420.
— “Healthy Choices for Every Body” series, noon at the Clark County Extension Office. The series is designed to educate the whole family with new ways to eat healthy and exercise for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Each lesson includes a recipe demonstration and tips on topics such as meal planning, eating better on a budget and weight management. There will be drawings and prizes for participation. To pre-register, call the extension office at 859-744-4682. Taught by Nutrition Education Program Assistant Sandy Kennedy.
— Clark County Homemaker Council meeting, 6 p.m., at the Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Drive.
— Pain-free core training class, 6 p.m. at Resilience Physical Therapy. Learn how to properly train your core in a safe, effective manner, safe training positions and the importance of breathing patterns. Instruction is hands-on and includes an overview of what constitutes the core. Call 859-385-4888 to register.
— 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, MARCH 26
— March Mamness event, by appointment at Clark Regional Medical Center. Schedule your 3-D screening mammogram. Refreshments provided. No doctor’s orders required. Call 737-8301 to make an appointment.
— 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.
— Beef Quality Care and Assurance class, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Clark County Extension Office.
— AARP Chapter 632 meeting, 4:30 p.m. at the James B. Allen Generations Center, 32 Meadow St.
—RAPP meeting, 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Central Office
— Container gardening class, 6 p.m. at Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Drive. Instructed by Amanda Sears, Madison County horticulture extension agent. RSVP by calling 744-4682 by March 21.
— Clark County Board of Education special meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Central Office, 1600 W. Lexington Ave. Meeting is open to the public.
— 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.
— SKYWARN meeting presented by PARC and National Weather Service, 7 p.m. at Christview Christian Church. Doors open at 6 p.m. Learn about the weather from professionals. For more information, call 771-18343 or email ac4yd@arrl.net.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27
— Clark County Fiscal Court meeting, 9:30 a.m. at 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.
— Kentucky Picture Show, 2 p.m. at Clark County Public Library.
— On The Table public discussion, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Winchester Opera House. Theme is “Fostering Belonging in our City.” Event is free an open to the public. RSVP to Halee Cunningham at halee@bgcf.org. Visit bcgf.org/onthetable for resources and registration.
THURSDAY, MARCH 28
— Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, 8 to 9:30 a.m. hosted by Winchester-Clark County Heritage Commission at Holly Rood, 28 Beckner St.
— Clark County Ethics Commission meeting, 4 p.m., in the Clark County Courthouse conference room. The meeting is to review and discuss amended financial disclosure forms.
— Understanding your metabolism, 5:30 p.m. at College Park Gym. Mayo Clinic Wellness Coach Gina Lang explains the basics of metabolism and ways to increase it. Call 859-771-6033 or email gina.lang@gmail.com to register for the class. Herbal detox tea will be served.
— Raised bed gardening class, 6 p.m. at Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Drive. Instructed by Ray Tackett, Bourbon County horticulture extension agent. RSVP to 744-4682 by March 21.
— Benefits to eating more plant-based foods, 6 p.m. at College Park Gym. Mayo Clinic Health and Wellness Coach Gina Lang will review the benefits of eating more plants in your diet. Call 859-771-6033 or email gina.lang@gmail.com to register.
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
— Write Local meeting, 10 a.m. at Clark County Public Library.
— Winchester Rotary Club meeting, noon at Woody’s, 923 Bypass Road. Guest speaker will be Patrick Gilligan, author of “Around Kentucky with the Bug!”
— Free hunter education class sponsored by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Drive. Second portion of class will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30 at the same location. Participants must attend both sessions to complete course. Pre-register online at the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife website under hunter education.
MONDAY, APRIL 1
— 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.
— 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. Childcare 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.
— Backyard poultry basics, 6:30 p.m. at Clark County Extension Office.
TUESDAY, APRIL 2
— 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.
— 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.
— Winchester Kiwanis Club meeting, noon at Taste of China, 600 Bypass Road.