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Editor/Publisher Karen Hammond Contributing Writers Britt Allgood, Will Brandon,Ashley Doughty, Cassie Johnson, and Carol Ullerich

t’s Summer folks! That means vacations, pool parties and for Advertising Account Executives me, moving day. Don’t panic! Purchase Area Family Magazine Gina Dunkerson & Cassie Johnson isn’t going anywhere. It’s going to continue to be the premier publication in western Kentucky that focuses on the family. Calendar of Events Tell our readers about event, class or group! Send an email to The only change will be my address - and that’s a very sad your admin@allgoodmedia.net or call the office at thing. By the time this magazine is in our readers hands and our 270.415.9400. advertisers businesses I will be on the road. Advertising Want to advertise your business

I had no idea when I moved to Paducah twenty years ago that I in the magazine? Have a question regarding would become a publisher. Sixteen years later I am honored and ad rates, billing or your account? Contact our humbled by the support the magazine has received from readers advertising department at 270.415.9400 or admin@allgoodmedia.net. and businesses in our community. My husband Britt received a promotion and was transferred to a position in Massachusetts five months ago. Long distance relationships are just not for us, so I am going to move my home and my computer to join him. It’s been a very difficult decision and has involved a lot of thought, prayers and tears. I’m planning to return on a regular basis so, don’t be surprised when you see me at various events. My years in Paducah have been life altering and I have made lifelong friends here. It’s going to be so hard to leave all the special people and wonderful things that this area has to offer. The phone number will stay the same and in this age of technology, I’ll be no more than the usual “clicks” away on your keyboard! And, if you need immediate assistance with anything at all, Cassie Johnson, who has been our Senior Account Executive for many years, will take very good care of you. Our Summer issue is packed with great events, yummy grilling ideas, health tips and more! There’s lots of great camp information and activities to keep the kids busy. Please let our advertisers know that you saw them in PAFM and appreciate their support. We certainly do! Have a great June and July and look for our next issue in August.

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on the cover AMPA Tressa Wilham & her daughter, Sawyer

front cover portrait by Matt Hernandez Creative

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table of contents AMPA: Wish It. Dream It. Do It. Celebrating their 10th Anniversary ...................................................... 6 iPlay: A Broadway Style Block Party .............................................. 9 iLove It: Riding in the Moonlight ........................................................ 1 0 iCook: Let's Get Outside ....................................................................... 1 2 June & July 2019 Calendar & Community Directory .................................................... 1 6

iPlay: McCracken County's Got Talent .......................................... 33 iSupport: It's Time to Be Kind .............................................................. 36 iCelebrate: Keeping Dads Healthy this Father's Day ................. 38 iLearn: Benefiting from Bilingualism Should My Child Learn a Second Language? ........................ 4 0 iGarden: A Symphony of Flowers ...................................................... 4 2 Advertiser's Index ........................................................................................ 4 6

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Wish It. Dream It. Do It. Celebrating Their 10th Anniversary

our cover this month features Tressa Wilham, AMPA’s director and owner, together with her daughter, Sawyer. AMPA is a premier studio for dance training and offers classes for youth ages 1 ½ years old to 18.

AMPA was founded in August 2009 so this summer is the tenth anniversary of the studio’s formation. From its early days inside Paducah Regional Sports Plex, AMPA has blossomed into a 5,500 square feet, custom designed studio, located in Jordan’s Crossing behind Kentucky Oaks Mall. The school offers three dance rooms - all with full length mirrors, Bose sound systems and Marley dance floor surfaces. It is the only studio in the area to offer state of the art ‘floating dance floors’ (the best floors for dancers as they absorb impact and protect the dancer’s joints). The facility also offers a breakroom for study, free Wi-Fi and video monitoring so that you can watch your dancer while they learn. Tressa’s goal has always been to instill her students with values that they can use throughout their life. Confidence, poise & perseverance, are just a few of the character traits that come with being an AMPA dancer. Of course they’ll also learn time management, commitment, and team work. AMPA provides professional dance training, top-of-the-line dance facilities, and exposure to nationally known dance choreographers. At AMPA you can learn tap, jazz, classical ballet, contemporary ballet, hip hop, and lyrical. The studio is the place to train if your goal is to learn proper technique in a fun, family atmosphere. Tressa has taken dance since she was a little girl and began assisting with instruction at age 12. “I’ve always loved dance and enjoyed working with kids,” Tressa says. “I thought I might be a dance teacher, but I never dreamed I would someday be a studio owner. Starting AMPA has been an amazing experience and a lot of hard work. But, I don’t have any regrets.” AMPA came about almost by accident. Tressa had returned to teaching dance in western Kentucky after obtaining her college degree, but she was considering a different career path. She had applied, and been hired, for a Human Resources position in Dallas, Texas. She thought she would try a totally different career path and announced her departure. Tressa was surprised at how many students and their families were really upset that she was moving. “I woke up one morning in late June, right before I was scheduled to leave,” Tressa explained. “I thought about all the students and their families that had been asking me to stay. Their support was overwhelming and humbling. I never went to Dallas!”

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“I had been working part time at “The Plex” and I knew they had some space available to lease – it just all came together very quickly. I could never has done this without the help and support of a core group of parents. I was able to open AMPA at the age of 23 and we all grew together. That was a precious time and many great friendships were formed that survive to this day. We began with just 60 students. Two years later we were able to move into our current 5,500 square feet studio and our student numbers have grown to over 200.”

Many Classes to Choose From

AMPA offers a variety of classes and dance styles at many levels. Whether your child is a beginner just starting out, or a seasoned performer looking for more training, AMPA has a class for you! •

Mommy & Me (age 18 months – 2 ½ years old) - Creative Movement with a Parent

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Intro to Pre-K (ages 2 – 3) - Intro to Ballet, Tumbling, Creative Movement

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Pre-K (ages 3 – 4) - Ballet, Tap, Tumbling

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Combo I (ages 4 – 5) - Ballet, Tap, Tumbling

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Combo II (ages 5 – 6) - Ballet, Tap, Intro to Jazz

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Combo III (Kindergarten – 1st Grade) - Ballet, Tap, Jazz

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Combo IV (2nd Grade – 3rd Grade) - Lyrical, Tap, Jazz

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Combo V (4th Grade – 5th Grade) - Lyrical, Tap, Jazz

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Hip Hop I (ages 5 – 8)

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Hip Hop II (ages 9 – 11)

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HipHop III (ages 12 & up)

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Just Tap (ask about ages and availability)

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Just Ballet (ask about ages and availability)

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Pre-Company Classes (travel to one regional dance competition)

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Competitive Dance Company Classes (Audition Required)

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Music Lessons

2019-2020 Competition Teams - Audition Required

In addition to recreational level classes, AMPA also offers more intensive level training for the more serious dancers. AMPA also is home to five nationally award winning competition teams. These are Mini Company (ages 5 – 8), Junior Company (ages 8 – 11), PreTeen Company (ages 11 - 13), Teen Company (ages 13 – 15), and Senior Company (ages 15 and up). With auditions every fall, the AMPA competitive company trains several days a week in the studio, and travels regionally to competitions and conventions each season. Every other summer, the team attends a national dance competition. For more information please visit myampa.com

AMPA Faculty

AMPA offers some of the most enthusiastic, educated staff members in the area. Teaching along-side Tressa are Cate Kroehnke, Trish Steckenrider, Emily Suhrheinrich -Weeks, Lauren Walker and Becky Brookshire. Douglas P. Arnold is AMPA’s music instructor and Office Manager. All of the instructors have a college degree: They have studied and performed at a college level and beyond. The staff are truly passionate about dance and music, and more importantly, genuinely love working with children.

2019-2020 Peewee Company, Junior Rec Company & Teen Rec Company Require NO audition

These are offered to dancers ages 5 -18, and are an additional class time for recreational dancers. They meet once a week for 45 minutes and consists of jazz and/or hip hop. In the spring, these classes will travel with the competitive company dancers to regional competitions and one regional convention where they will compete at the recreational level. The Peewee, Junior Rec and Teen Rec company classes allow dancers to get more involved without having the full commitment of the competitive company. These classes are a great introduction for dancers interested in competitive dance. They can also be a good ‘balance’ for dancers who want more, but not all.

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AMPA Acro Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 5-8) – Ms. Vicki from Lakewood Gymnastics will continue techniques for confident Acro dancers and cover aerial cartwheels, and hand springs.

“We try to be so much more than just a ‘teacher’ in the kids’ lives, “says Tressa. “We want to help our students grow with selfesteem; we can’t think of a better way to build their confidence than to educate them with the gift of dance and music. There is no greater feeling as a teacher than to see your students up on the stage having the time of their life.”

AMPA Acro Intermediate/Advanced (Ages 8 - 1 1 ) & AMPA Acro Intermediate/Advanced (Ages 12 & up) - Ms. Vicki will continue to strengthen technique and mastery of Acro for dancers.

The Dancer ALWAYS Comes First

“At AMPA, we pride ourselves on helping the students get one step closer to their dreams,” says Tressa. “AMPA is the only dance studio in the area to have their spring recital at the Carson Center in Downtown Paducah. Not too many young performers get the opportunity to say they have danced at a state of the art Performing Arts Center with a professional lighting and sound crew…the dancers at AMPA can!” “The dancers truly feel like stars when they perform on the Carson Center stage. They get a dressing room assigned to them, backstage access to an amazing performing arts center, and the ability to say they have performed on the BIG STAGE. It’s truly a magical, fun experience for everyone involved.”

Summer Recreational Dance

First Summer Session – June 10-13, 17-20

Pre-Registration is Ongoing for Fall Dance 2019

To register your child in any of the classes offered at AMPA please visit the studio on one of the registration days. • Sunday, July 28 12:30-3pm

• Sunday, August 4 12:30-3pm

Classes Begin Monday, August 12 • Mommy & me • Preschool •

Combination Classes (tap/ballet/tumbling/jazz)

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Ballet

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Hip-Hop

Second Summer Session - July 15, 17 & 18

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Recreational Company

Princess Babies (45 minute class; Ages 4 & 5) – Intro to ballet, creative movement and tumbling.

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Competitive Company (audition required)

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Private Music Lessons

Trolls Dance Party (45 minute class; Ages 5-7) – Can’t Stop the Feeling? The come dance with us! The energy will be high and we’ll definitely have our hair up as we dance to The Trolls soundtrack.

For a complete list of classes offered at AMPA go to myampa.com

Jojo Siwa High Top Shoes Dance Party (45 minute class; Ages 5-7) – Intro to hip hop and jazz technique along with Pop Star performance technique. This class will be fun, fun fun! Greatest Showman Musical theater (45 minute class; Ages 9 & up) – Students will learn to express themselves through movement as they dance to one of the best soundtracks ever! Baby Ballroom (30 minute class; Ages 6-9) - Teaching young dancers fun rhythm, fun footwork and basic ballroom. Ballroom is all the rage right now – let’s see what the hype is about! AMPA Acro Beginner (Ages 4-7) - Designed for the dancer looking for the proper technique for backbends, cartwheels, handstands, round offs, and walkovers.

Military & law enforcement receive a special discount!

AMPA Competitive Company 2019 Audition Date: Friday, August 16 (Times TBA) All dancers planning on auditioning for the 2019-2020 AMPA Competitive Company must attend the intensives classes. For the dates of the intensives visit, myampa.com • • • •

Minis: Ages 5 – 8 (previous dance experience required) Juniors: Ages 8 – 11 (2 years of jazz experience required) Teens: Ages 11 – 14 (4 years of jazz experience required) Seniors: Ages 14 – 18 (6 years of jazz experience required)

AMPA | 451 Jordan Drive | Paducah, KY | 270.415.5647 | MyAMPA.com

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iPLAY

by Cassie Johnson

A Broadway Style Block Party

hen was the last time you were invited to a good old-fashioned block party? Look no further, because Paducah Mainstreet is bringing the block party back to life in downtown Paducah! On Friday, June 14, Paducah Mainstreet will kick off Father’s Day weekend with a night of family fun. From 4 to 9pm, everyone is invited to the first ever Broadway Block Party. BBQ & More, Wildhair Studios Rock Shop, and Leah Shea Interiors on the 300 block of Broadway will be open with sidewalk sales and special deals. Plus, you can enjoy free carriage rides during the event!

in the community, visitors are sure to get a shopping experience they won’t soon forget. Sponsored by Paducah Bank and Lindsey Funeral Home, this event is completely family and pet friendly. “We want everyone to come and enjoy a relaxing, low key night having fun with their family, neighbors, and friends,” Atz said. To find more events happening in downtown Paducah, visit the Paducah Mainstreet Facebook page. Downtown Today are daily posts with event information and updates, making it easy to make plans to join the fun.

The Broadway Block Party hopes to fill the void that has been missing since Downtown After Dinner ended several years ago. “We listened to the community, merchants, and residents as to what they want to see come to downtown Paducah,” said marketing director for Paducah Mainstreet, Katie Atz. The block party will feature eight food trucks with mouthwatering meals such as Kresge Sloppy Joes, gyros, BBQ nachos, and a variety of sweet treats. Enjoy eating from JJ Wings, Fork in the Road, Big Guys Pizza, Dough & Co, Magic Valley Catering, Sweet Tooth Confections, Red’s Donuts, and King of Pop Popsicles. Paducah Beer Werks and Dry Ground Brewery will have an adult beverage station set up as well. The event wouldn’t be complete without live music. Leight July, Lane Davis & Abby Potts, and The Magnatones will entertain guests as they stroll down the street with their families. Between eating, shopping, and community art making, join the friendly competition of various lawn games ready to play. No need to worry about parking several blocks away and walking to the party. The City of Paducah has a free public parking lot between 3rd and 4th streets, behind Regions Bank on Kentucky Avenue. You can be from your car to the party in just a matter of a few steps! If the Broadway Block Party is a success, Paducah Mainstreet may take this mobile party to another block. With so many local businesses

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iLOVE IT

by Will Brandon

Riding in the

aducah is home to many bike lovers and many beautiful bike trails. It’s also the home of some ferociously hot and steamy summer weather and so, in 2014 the Moonlight Bike Ride was born. On top of being a welcomed break from the sweltering weather and being a fun family night out, it’s a fundraising event for Paducah Cooperative Ministry (PCM). iLove It when I can enjoy a late-night ride while supporting a great local cause. The Moonlight Bike Ride was founded by Erin and Justin Lewis, members of Chain Reaction Cycling Club who had participated in several glow bike rides in larger cities. They, along with former PCM Board Member Stephanie Moss, pitched the idea to Martha Emmons and Hutch Smith of BikeWorld and a good idea became a great event. This year’s 6th Annual Moonlight Bike Ride will be held on July 27. The first ride had about 300 cyclists participate and this year, the coordinators hope to have 600 plus bike lovers in attendance! In 2018

the Moonlight Bike Ride set a record for both riders participating and raising more than $20,000 for PCM. “We have been glowing with gratitude for our community,” said PCM Executive Director Heidi Suhrheinrich. The ride has raised more than $ 90,000 for PCM in the five year span of events so far.” Since its founding, Paducah’s cyclists have enjoyed this easy 10-mile ride under a full, beautiful, summer moon. The course begins at Bike World, located at 809 Joe Clifton Drive in Paducah, and riders will wind through the streets of downtown Paducah. It returns to BikeWorld for the finish. “The Moonlight Bike Ride is just so much fun,” said Justin Lewis, one of the ride organizers. “The music, community involvement, and active participants all come together to form a brilliant evening.”

Live Music While Your Ride

Local musicians Daniel Neihoff and Haleigh Martin will be playing some great tunes at BikeWorld both before and after the event beginning at 8pm. You are encouraged to bring chairs to enjoy the music. First Baptist Church will be providing free watermelon, Paducah Bank’s ice cream truck will be on site with free goodies, PCM will have glow necklaces and accessories, and McCracken Co. Library will be on site making souvenir buttons with their button machine.

Lights & Helmets, Please

Riders are expected to follow all standard safety procedures. This will include wearing helmets, abiding by all traffic laws, and having lights on their bikes - front white headlights and red rear lights. Make sure your bike is up to date on its maintenance. In addition, BikeWorld has lights that go around your bike’s frame and through wheel spokes. They are for use long term and are not just one time use products. These make a big difference to a cyclist’s visibility at night and will light up your bikes for added safety – while also looking super cool! Riders under 14 must have an adult accompanying them for the event.

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Get Your Tickets Early

The route will begin and end at BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Drive. Check in, tailgating, and registration will begin at 8pm and the ride will start at 10pm. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit moonlightridepaducah.com. Adult tickets are $25 and youth tickets are $15, an Early Bird Discount is available to adults who register before July 6. Event t-shirts are available at a first-come first-serve basis, so make sure to register as soon as possible! For more information on bikes or bike safety, contact BikeWorld at 270.442.0751 or bikeworldky.com.

PCM is also seeking sponsors for the event. Sponsorships range from $250 to $1500 and feature acknowledgment on official ride shirts, display banners, stage recognition, and more. For information regarding sponsorship, contact PCM Financial Development Coordinator Ronda Gibson at 270.442.6795 or rondapcm@hcis.net.

Paducah Cooperative Ministries

All proceeds of the Moonlight Bike Ride will go to support Paducah Cooperative Ministries. PCM is a local outreach center that seeks to “do God's work with human hands” by meeting physical needs in the community. Founded in 1973 by local congregations, PCM has several

practical outreaches in the community. These include Fresh Start Village, free groceries to needy families, an emergency relief fund and Breaking Barriers, a program for women incarcerated at McCracken County Jail. In 2016, PCM provided emergency groceries from its food pantry on 5,357 occasions to an average of 452 households each month. They gave $140,000 in assistance to 1,295 households needing help with urgent needs such as utilities (to avoid disconnections) and rent (to avoid evictions). PCM provided emergency shelter and support to 180 homeless women and children through the Fresh Start Village. For more information, go to paducahcoopministry.org.

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iCOOK

by Britt Allgood

Let's Get Outside

his year, I’m craving some western Kentucky summer weather - well maybe not the 95+ degrees with 90+% humidity! I’ve been working on the upper east coast the last few months and have learned to appreciate warm summer breezes and sunny afternoons sitting on my deck. I’m looking forward to cooking on the grill and sharing mojitos made with the mint from my garden.

Summer Creativity

For many people, grilling revolves around steaks, chicken, hot dogs or hamburgers with maybe an occasional brat thrown in for good measure. Don’t get lazy with your summer grilling choices. I love grilling vegetables but sometimes you just need to get a bit creative. Char a little Radicchio and mix it with some grilled eggplant, a bit of cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette for a wonderful summer time salad. You may also want to throw some zucchini, corn or bell peppers on the grill. Just remember to oil them and season with a bit of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. How about grilling an avocado? Yes, I said avocado and it makes a wonderful base for a quinoa salad. Stone fruits like peaches are great for grilling as well - especially if they aren’t quite ripe. Just split them in half, dig out the pit, oil lightly with clarified butter or a spray, and throw them on the grill. Once they soften and have some nice grill marks, sprinkle with a little brown sugar, add a dollop of vanilla bean ice cream and garnish with a bit of cinnamon. I guarantee this will be a hit with anyone that likes peaches.

Throw a Party

Before the dog days of summer arrive, invite over a bunch of friends, make some Lamb burgers, potato salad and fire up that grill! Better yet, share the food prep work and make it a pot luck. Have everyone bring a dish. You may wind up with all appetizers, but even that can be a meal if you have the right mix. Be sure to ice down some adult and family friendly beverages and have an ice-cold watermelon to cut up. If you really need to cool off, a bucket full of water balloons can liven up the evening and provide a much-needed break from the heat. I hope these tips make your summertime grilling more flavorful and fun. Live, Laugh, Love and Eat Well

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Grilled Avocado Halves with Cumin-Spiced Quinoa & Black Bean Salad

Serves 4-6 For the grilled avocados: 3 avocados halved, and pit removed 1 to 2 TBSP olive oil 2 lemons juiced Salt and Pepper to taste

For the salad: 1 cup dry quinoa (yields about 3 cups cooked if you have cooked it ahead of time) 3 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 TBSP apple cider vinegar 2 tsp maple syrup 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp salt Black pepper to taste 1 cup cucumber diced 1 cup red bell pepper diced (or can substitute cherry tomatoes) ½ cup raw corn kernels (from one ear or thawed frozen corn) 1 ½ cup cooked black beans (or 1 can beans, rinsed) 10 to 15 basil leaves cut in a chiffonade ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro plus extra for garnish Lightly oil your grill or grill pan and set on medium heat. Rinse the quinoa in a fine sieve and place it in a medium pot. Add 2 cups of water and pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes covered or until liquid absorbs. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to rest, covered for 10 minutes. While the quinoa cooks, cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Brush them lightly with olive oil and drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and place them cut side down on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes or until they have nice grill marks. Remove from the heat and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, cumin, salt and pepper to taste. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper (or tomatoes), corn, black beans, basil and cilantro. Dress the salad and toss gently. Season to taste. Fill each avocado half until it’s brimming over with a cup of quinoa salad and garnish with extra cilantro.

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Grilled Peaches and Cream Serves 6

3 not so ripe peaches; halved and seeds removed with skin on Melted butter or light cooking spray (like canola) 3 TBSP brown sugar 1 to 2 pints vanilla ice cream Cinnamon, ground Cinnamon stick or fresh mint for garnish

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Preheat your grill to medium high. Coat each half peach with melted butter or cooking spray and grill until the flesh softens and you develop some grill marks; about 5 to 10 minutes. Place each half peach in a small bowl with grill marks up and sprinkle with Â˝ TBSP brown sugar. Add a dollop of vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with cinnamon. Add garish and serve immediately.

Spiced Lamb Burger Courtesy of Bon Appetit | Serves 8 full or 16 half pita burgers

2 ½ LBS ground lamb 1 medium onion finely chopped ¾ cup chopped fresh leaf parsley 1 TBSP ground coriander ¾ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp kosher salt 1 ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for grilling 8 thick medium pita breads with pockets (or 16 halves) Using a fork, mix together the lamb, onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup oil in a large bowl. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Prepare grill for medium heat and oil grate. Working one at a time, open each whole pita pocket by cutting along the seam, halfway around the perimeter. Spoon filling into pitas, spreading to the edges. Close by pressing on filling to seal. Grill the pitas until filling is cooked through and bread is crisp, about 5 minutes per side. NOTE: Filling can be made 8 hours ahead and kept chilled. Pita breads can be stuffed about 1 hour ahead if covered and chilled.

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June-July 2019 Calendar & Community Directory We make every effort to ensure accuracy of information in this calendar; however, changes & cancellations may have occurred since publication. We recommend that you verify all information.

JUNE

TUESDAY

FREE Children's Summer Reading: Rockin' Rockets 9:30am, 11am & 1pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 The Challenger Learning Center stops by with some rocket-themed fun! Astrofriends will learn about the basics of rockets and will get a chance to see a live launch in our transporter.

THURSDAY

FREE Toddler Summer Reading - SenseSational Story Time 9:30am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Made for little ones and their senses! Each week, children ages 0-4 and their caregivers will explore their world through sight, sound, touch, taste and smell through books, songs, and play. FREE Toddler Summer Reading - Yoga Story Time 10am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This 30 minute yoga storytime encourages children to have healthy self-awareness through stories, songs, and movement. FREE Toddler Summer Reading French, Spanish, and German Story Time 10:30am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This 30 minute yoga story time encourages children to have healthy self-awareness through stories, songs, and movement. FREE NextLevel! Coder's Club 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Make games and animations using Scratch from MIT, design your own apps, and program robots to do your bidding! Learn about sequencing and algorithms. Geared toward ages 8+, some typing required. Registration is not required, but please be on time. FREE Evening Upstairs - Kentucky Humanities Chautauqua presents Rachel Lee Rogers as Jean Ritchie, Damsel with a Dulcimer 7-8pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Jean Ritchie, known as the Mother of Folk was a major contributor to the national revival of folk music across America during the second half of the 20th century. Ritchie is portrayed by Rachel Lee Rogers of Versailles, KY. Rogers trained at Northern Kentucky University, Rutgers, and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.

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FRIDAY

FLAG DAY FREE Broadway Block Party 4-9pm paducahmainstreet.org See article on page 9 for more information.

Downtown Paducah 270.444.8690

SUNDAY

FATHER'S DAY Meet & Greet: Hannah & Ann Colin 1-4pm Center Stage Dance Academy csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 Hannah Colin and her mom, Ann, from season eight of Dance Moms will be in the studio for this day of registration. See ad page 45 for more information.

SATURDAY

Fall Dance Registration 9am-12pm Center Stage Dance Academy csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 See ad page 45 for more information. FREE Saturday Sing-Along 10am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This new program takes what you loved about Saturday Baby and Me and made it fun for the whole family. Every other Saturday, McLib will be sharing fun picture books and then sing a song that goes with the book read. Families and caregivers can sing, dance, and enjoy time together in this unique program!

MONDAY

FREE Teen Summer Reading - Far Out Tie-Dye 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Create your own cosmic pattern on a shirt! Some shirts will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own shirts or other clothes to dye. FREE Let's Learn Together Outside 5pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Enjoy a light meal together. Learn the importance of Parent and Child Together (PACT) time, and how it benefits your child’s learning and development. Childcare will be provided during the parents’ program. Geared to families with children five-years-old and younger.

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TUESDAY

FREE Children's Summer Reading - Big Bang Boom! 9:30am, 11am & 1pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This live show is high-energy, so be prepared to get up and move! Big Band Boom is a pop/rock music group from Greensboro that plays parent-friendly children's music. FREE Love on a Leash 6:30pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Dogs in the Library? Yes, it's true! Children will have a chance to meet

and interact with pet therapy dogs in training! The patient, loving therapy dogs love to hear stories, and especially love it when children read to them.

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FREE Toddler Summer Reading - SenseSational Story Time 9:30am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Made for little ones and their senses! Each week, children ages 0-4 and their caregivers will explore their world through sight, sound, touch, taste and smell through books, songs, and play. FREE Toddler Summer Reading - Yoga Story Time 10am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This 30 minute yoga storytime encourages children to have healthy self-awareness through stories, songs, and movement. FREE Toddler Summer Reading French, Spanish, and German Story Time 10:30am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This 30 minute yoga story time encourages children to have healthy self-awareness through stories, songs, and movement. FREE NextLevel! Coder's Club 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Make games and animations using Scratch from MIT, design your own apps, and program robots to do your bidding! Learn about sequencing and algorithms. Geared toward ages 8+, some typing required. Registration is not required, but please be on time. FREE Magic 101 (Part 2) 7-8pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Presented by Todd Duff, founder and CEO of Innovations Branding House. This second part will focus on Todd's latest tricks and popular illusions performed at the House of Cards (Nashville, TN), as well as mental effects and unique mind reading techniques. Drawing volunteers from the audience, everyone will be amazed and astounded in this fascinating presentation.

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FREE NextLevel! Coder's Club w/ CSI Women in Technology Group 3pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 With special guest leaders: the CSI Women in Technology Group! Make games and animations using Scratch from MIT, design your own apps, and program robots to do your bidding! Learn about sequencing and algorithms. Geared toward ages 8+, some typing required. Registration is not required, but please be on time.

FREE Toddler Summer Reading French, Spanish, and German Story Time 10:30am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This 30 minute yoga story time encourages children to have healthy self-awareness through stories, songs, and movement. FREE NextLevel! Coder's Club 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Make games and animations using Scratch from MIT, design your own apps, and program robots to do your bidding! Learn about

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FREE McCracken Co. Fair Flower Show Entry Deadline 7:30-10:30am McCracken Co. Extension Office mccracken.ca.uky.edu 270.554.9520 See article on page 42 for more information. FREE Teen Summer Reading - Countdown Challenge 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Can you finish these game challenges in 60 seconds: Launchpad Stack, Defying Gravity, or Chocolate Chip Black Hole? Complete the launch and win prizes!

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FREE Children's Summer Reading - Animal Tales 9:30am, 11am & 1pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Animal Tales shows off the Creatures of the Galaxy! Featuring a variety of wildlife from all over the globe. Get up close and personal while learning about these animals.

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sequencing and algorithms. Geared toward ages 8+, some typing required. Registration is not required, but please be on time.

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FREE Fit Lit Walking Book Club: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens 7pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 A walking book club combines a fun and informal small group book discussion along with some healthy exercise! This library staff-led talk will lead readers on a scenic walk around downtown, while we discuss Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Meet in the library lobby on the Kentucky Ave side. Please check social media for plans for this outdoor event in case of inclement weather.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY Top Gun Firecracker Sparkle & Shine Car Show Competition & Cruise-In 7am-5pm Downtown Mayfield bikeworldky.com 270.705.1277 A fun filled day with family and friends. You can compete in the National Competition or just come in and display your cool ride. The winner of the Grand Champion High Points Trophy, gets $500, & a 14k Top Gun Championship Ring, ten 6ft Best of Show trophies with Top 100 awards along with 25 awards for highest points. The first 100 will receive a FREE Collector Dash plaque, & T Shirt. Door prize, Food Vendors, Fireworks Show, Free concerts with the group Familiar Faces, $ 25 competition fee, $15 to Display. Competition registration 7am11am. No deadline for Display Only. FREE To Spectators. Event will be canceled if it rains or severe weather is forecasted. BAM Bike Around Mayfield 8am Ice House Gallery bikeworldky.com 270.705.1277 This ride coincides with Mayfield's Glory Days Celebration! Demonstration Fair 10am-12pm Ice House Gallery icehousearts.org 270.247.6971 This will be Ice House Gallery's first outdoor demonstration fair. Artists of all mediums will demonstrate and sell their art out of tents. This fair will piggyback with the established Glory Days, BAM, and Top Gun Car Show. $25 demonstration fee. Preregister by calling Nancy Gunn or emailing her at icehousearts@gmail.com.

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FREE Saturday Sing-Along 10am McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 This new program takes what you loved about Saturday Baby and Me and made it fun for the whole family. Every other Saturday, McLib will be sharing fun picture books and then sing a song that goes with the book read. Families and caregivers can sing, dance, and enjoy time together in this unique program! FREE Bend and Book Yoga 12pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Join us for some relaxing yoga! Open to all sizes, shapes, ages, genders, and levels of experience - everyone can benefit from the calming and healthful effects of yoga!

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FREE Teen Summer Reading - Space Painting 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Learn fun painting techniques to create glow-in-the-dark galaxies and space-scapes.

FREE Shorts and Stouts: Katherine Anne Porter 7pm Dry Ground Brewing Company mclib.net 270.442.2510 Led by Matt Jaeger, author and library assistant. All are welcome to join us for the next meeting of Shorts & Stouts which will focus on a pair of stories by Katherine Anne Porter: The Jilting of Granny Weatherall and Flowering Judas. Themes explored by these stories include: jilting, weathering, disenchantment, illusions, and betrayals. Shorts & Stouts is a short story discussion group sponsored by the McCracken County Public Library. Discussions are open to the public. No stout purchase is required.

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FREE Children's Summer Reading Tom Sparough - The Space Painter 9:30am, 11am & 1pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Tom Sparough presents Stories of the Space Painter! This show is filled with skillful, humorous juggling and a generous helping of audience participation. In a delightful way, it explores the realm of the seemingly impossible, whether it's walking on the moon, or juggling on your head. It features death-defying ball juggling, plate spinning, and the amazing juggling of small human beings.

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FREE Adult Walking Tour: Old Paducah 6pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Designed to introduce patrons to local, historic structures. This tour will take you on a stroll through old Paducah for a discussion of fact and folklore. Led by library employees Matt Jaeger and Nathan Lynn. The tour begins and ends at the library. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.

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FREE Children's Summer Reading: Hooked on Science 9:30am, 11am & 1pm McCracken Co. Public Library Garden mclib.net 270.442.2510 Jason Lindsey, aka Mr. Science brings Hooked on Science to the library for A Universe of Science! From which planet has the most volcanoes, to why Mars is red, to what the great red spot is on Jupiter, to where the wind is more than 1000 mph, and more, kids will discover some of the most out of this world science about our amazing solar system.

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FREE Love on a Leash 6:30pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Dogs in the Library? Yes, it's true! Children will have a chance to meet and interact with pet therapy dogs in training! The patient, loving therapy dogs love to hear stories, and especially love it when children read to them.

Herb Appeal 11:30am McCracken Co. Extension Office mccracken.ca.uky.edu 270.554.9520 Enjoy a four-course luncheon featuring the herb of the year. Menu created by Master Gardeners and Midtown Market with tea from Pipers Tea & Coffee. Guest speaker will be Sara Falder from Flower + Furbish. Only 78 seats available. Advance registration required.

FREE Hummingbirds 101 7pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Led by Naturalist John Pollpeter, LBL Woodlands Nature Station Hummingbirds 101 explores the fascinating lives of these tiny, winged wonders and learn about their amazing migratory journey. You will also find out how to provide food and shelter that will attract them to your own yard. For the last 21 years, naturalist John Pollpeter has worked to make the Woodlands Nature Station a hummingbird haven as well as providing education and viewing opportunities to the public through the Nature Station's annual Hummingbird Festival. During Hummingbird Fest, the first weekend in August, over 250 ruby-throated hummingbirds visit the Nature Station backyard each day!

FREE NextLevel! Coder's Club 2pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Make games and animations using Scratch from MIT, design your own apps, and program robots to do your bidding! Learn about sequencing and algorithms. Geared toward ages 8+, some typing required. Registration is not required, but please be on time.

FREE Astronomy Walk 9pm McCracken Co. Public Library mclib.net 270.442.2510 Take a nighttime stargazing stroll and learn about the major summer constellations and the brightest stars and planets in our night sky.

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Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale 9am-7pm St. Paul Lutheran Church mclib.net 270.442.2510 This huge summer sale features popular materials in all formats as well as local and family history materials at great prices! Support your reading habit and the library at the same time!

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Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale 9am-1pm St. Paul Lutheran Church mclib.net 270.442.2510 This huge summer sale features popular materials in all formats as

well as local and family history materials at great prices! Support your reading habit and the library at the same time! Fall Dance Registration 10am-1pm Beverly Rogers Academy of Dance beverlyrogersacademy.com 270.442.1100 See ad page 48 for more information. Second Annual Back to School Bash 11am-1pm quickcarepaducah.com See ad page 44 for more information. McCracken County Talent Contest 2pm talentcontest@comcast.net See article on page 33 for more information.

QuickCare Paducah 270.444.8000

AMPA 270.331.1372

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Fall Dance Registration 1-3pm Beverly Rogers Academy of Dance beverlyrogersacademy.com 270.442.1100 See ad page 48 for more information.

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Center Stage Dance Academy Fall Dance Registration 4-7pm Mayfield/Graves Co. YMCA csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 See ad page 45 for more information.

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Center Stage Dance Academy Fall Dance Registration 4-7pm Joe Creason Center csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 See ad page 45 for more information.

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Fall Dance Registration 9am-12pm Center Stage Dance Academy csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 See ad page 45 for more information. Fall Dance Registration 10am-1pm Beverly Rogers Academy of Dance beverlyrogersacademy.com 270.442.1100 See ad page 48 for more information. Moonlight Bike Ride 8pm moonlightridepaducah.com See article on page 10 for more information.

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BikeWorld 270.442.0751

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PARENTS' DAY Fall Dance Registration 1-4pm Center Stage Dance Academy csdacademypaducah.com 270.564.7494 See ad page 45 for more information.

ONGOING EVENTS FREE The Alben Barkley Democratic Women’s Club Meeting. Laborer’s Hall, 1415 S. 3rd Street, Paducah. 1ST THURSDAYS 7-8pm. The club is looking for progressive thinking individuals who want to make a difference in our area, state & country. facebook.com/events/215045782408128 FREE Baby & Me McCracken County Public Library. TUESDAYS 11-11:30am; 2ND & 4TH SATURDAYS 9:30am. Special story time for babies 0-2 years of age. mclib.net Bags of Love McCracken Co. Cooperative Extension. 3 RD TUESDAYS 9:30am-12:30pm Bags provided to care for children's immediate needs. 270.554.9250 mccrackenextension.org Come Play After School. YaYa’s Island, 451 Jordan Drive, Ste D, Paducah. MONDAY-THURSDAY After 3pm. $5 Admission & $5 12” Cheese Pizzas 270.408.9292 yayasisland.com FREE Creation Station McCracken County Public Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room. SATURDAYS 1-4pm Every Saturday, McLib clears out the conference room to make room for their giant collection of creation toys! Included are Zoob, K'Nex, Squigz, Castle Logix, Picasso Tile 3-d Magnetic Building TIles, Picasso Tile Bristle Shape 3-d Building Blocks, Code-apillar, Contraptions, Rubbablox, Startup Circuits, Better Builders, and Legos. Open to all children, boys and girls, that want to turn their creativity into something they can design and then build. Parents are welcome to get involved to build something amazing with their child. A great chance for children to learn fine motor skills and problem solving, express their creativity and use their imaginations, and learn to share or even collaborate with others! mclib.net FREE Family Game Night. McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah. THURSDAYS 5-8pm. mclib.net FREE Family Game Night. Graves County Public Library. 2ND TUESDAYS 5pm Clue, Monopoly, Apples to Apples Jr., & Blink. Wii also available. Kids under the age of 10 should be with an adult. gravescountypubliclibrary.org FREE Family Movie Night. Graves County Public Library. 3RD MONDAY 5pm Free drinks & popcorn served. Children under the age of 10 should be with an adult. Games & a chance to win a prize. gravescountypubliclibrary.org Food4Fines. Graves County Public Library. TUESDAYS-SUNDAYS 9am-5pm. Turn in non-perishable food to removes fines. 270.247.2911 FREE International Story Time McCracken County Public Library. THURSDAYS 10am. Alternating French & Spanish stories each week. mclib.net FREE Lego Night. Graves County Public Library. 1ST MONDAYS 5pm Children K-6 grade: bring your adult over to the library & build some memories! gravescountypubliclibrary.org

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McCracken County Humane Society Pet Adoptions. PetSmart. 3 RD WEDNESDAYS 10am–5pm mccrackenhumane.org FREE Mother Goose. Marshall County Public Library @Benton. WEDNESDAYS Stories, crafts & games for children 2-3. 10-10:30am marshallcolibrary.org FREE Paws to Read. Graves County Public Library. 1ST THURSDAY Allowing children to read aloud to a therapy dog/cat for 15 minutes. Open to children in grades K-6. gravescountypubliclibrary.org FREE Story Hour. Graves County Public Library. THURSDAYS 10am Stories, games, crafts, playtime, & snacks! gravescountypubliclibrary.org FREE Story Hour. Marshall County Public Library @ Benton WEDNESDAYS 1-2pm; @Calvert City TUESDAYS 10-11am; @Hardin. THURSDAYS 1-2pm marshallcolibrary.org FREE Story Hour. Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis Street. THURSDAYS 11am. 618.524.4312 FREE Story Time McCracken County Public Library. TUESDAYS (except Oct. 10) 10am & 1pm. Join Ms. Nicole, Brary Bear, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Retta & Boby Dog for story time. mclib.net FREE Twos-Day Toddler Time McCracken County Public Library. TUESDAYS 2pm Toddlers are two-riffic! Join Ms. Katie & Ms. Michelle for this 30 minute program featuring singing, movement, props & so much more to keep your little one moving & grooving. mclib.net FREE TAB (Teen Advisory Board). Graves County Public Library. EVERY OTHER THURSDAY Join TAB & help the library. There will be crafts, snacks, library projects, & special programming. Teens receive community service for participating. Must be between the ages of 1318. gravescountypubliclibrary.org FREE Tech at Night. McCracken County Public Library. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 5pm. Is your tablet causing you grief? Need help setting up an email address or getting started applying for a job online? If you’ve got technology questions, McLib can help! Library tech staff is available with one-on-one sessions. Sessions can last up to an hour & are available by appointment. mclib.net FREE Wonder Time McCracken County Public Library. TUESDAYS 4-6pm. Encouraging curiosity & promoting self-expression. mclib.net

COMMUNITY RESOURCES & EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE Ballard County Community Food Pantry St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 662 Broadway, LaCenter. Open MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS 9am– Noon for food distribution & to receive non–perishable donations. 270.665.5551

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Feeding the Hungry–Community Ministries 1200 Jefferson Street, Paducah. Volunteers (age 14 & up) are needed to help serve FREE lunches. Shifts available from 9:45am–1:15pm, MONDAY-FRIDAY. Financial support welcomed! 270.575.3400 community-ministries.org KY Poison Control Center kypoisoncontrol.com

Kosair Children’s Hospital. 1.800.222.1222

FREE The Lord’s Door 604 S 21st Street, Paducah. Does your family need some extra help with groceries this month? This food pantry is open 3 RD TUESDAYS from 9am-12pm No ID required. Non-perishable food donations are accepted Monday-Thursday, 9am-2pm. 270.442.1013 FREE meals served: Family & Community Kitchen Meals/ Fellowship. Broadway UMC, 701 Broadway Street, Paducah Noon-1pm SUNDAYS No questions asked. 270.443.2401 FREE meals served: Family Kitchen Meals/Fellowship Holy House of Prayer, 1001 S. 4th Street, Paducah SATURDAYS 11am.–1pm. 270.443.1724. The Merryman House. Providing FREE services to all victims of domestic violence, including shelter for those in need. Some services include individual counseling, court advocacy, support groups, referral services, hospital advocacy, outreach services, & housing counseling. 1.800.585.2686 or 270.443.6001 merrymanhouse@hcis.net. All services are completely confidential.

FREE Meals Served @Marcella’s Kitchen. Draffenville Lions Club, 262 Griggstown Road. Open MONDAY–FRIDAY 11am–1pm. Volunteers welcome. 270.705.3402 For military & their families operationhomefront.org Paducah Lifeline Ministries. Counseling & help for life–controlling addictions. Call 270.443.4743. 2801 The Purchase Area Sexual Assault & Child Advocacy Center (PASAC). Provides FREE services for both children & adult victims of sexual crimes. Services include therapy, legal & medical advocacy, forensic interviews, child sexual abuse exams, consultation, assessment & referral services, & education programs. 24-hour crisis line 1.800.928.7273, office 270.928.4422. Volunteers undergo criminal background & central registry check. 40-hour training course. PASAC will accommodate your schedule. 270.534.4422 FREE Trinity Shop 604 S 21st Street, Trinity Baptist Church, Paducah. Does your family need some extra help with clothes? This community closet is open the TWO THURSDAYS each month. No limit & no ID required. 10am-2pm Clean donations accepted. 270.442.1013

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EDUCATION & CAMPS Adult Beginner Quilting Class National Quilt Museum, 215 Jefferson Street, Paducah. THURSDAYS 5:30-8:30pm 270.442.8856 quiltmuseum.org Afternoon Animal Encounters. LBL Woodlands Nature Station. MONDAYS Totally Turtles; TUESDAYS Dinnertime for Bald Eagles; WEDNESDAYS For Goodness Snakes; THURSDAYS Mystery Animal Encounter; FRIDAYS Feed the Animals Fridays (help staff feed a different animal each week) 3:30-4pm. Free to children under 4. 270.924.2299 landbetweenthelakes.us Back to the Moon for Good. Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond. MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 12-12:45pm. Not since the Apollo missions 40 years ago has there been this much lunar exploration. 270.924.2233 landbetweenthelakes.us Be Our Guest (Dance Intensive) MainStage School of Performing Arts. JUNE 24-28 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com Block of the Month: BOTM New Pattern Release National Quilt Museum, 215 Jefferson Street, Paducah. 1ST OF EVERY MONTH Check NQMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page & website for a new block pattern release at the beginning of each month. 270.442.8856 quiltmuseum.org Center for Gifted Studies. 3205 Alexander Hall, Murray State University. Professional development programs for teachers, regional & international enrichment opportunities for gifted students during the academic year & summers, informational & assessment services to parents. 270.809.2539 or joy.navan@coe.murraystate.edu

FREE C.H.A.M.P., Christian Homeschoolers All Meet & Play. United Methodist Church Gym, Ledbetter. TUESDAYS 2:30-4:30pm. Bring skates or sports equipment. RussAnn Stephens 270.898.8040 Comedy... Comedy... Comedy... Comedy... Camp MainStage School of Performing Arts. JULY 8-12 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com FREE Computer Basics for Beginners Class. Calloway County Public Library. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6-7:30pm. 270.753.2288 callowaycountylibrary.org Earth, Moon & Sun. Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 12-2:45pm. Learn about the relationship between the Earth, Moon, & Sun with the help of an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions. 270.924.2233 landbetweenthelakes.us Elementary Dance Intensive MainStage School of Performing Arts. JUNE 2426 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com Families on the Spectrum Lourdes Garden Room. Refreshments provided & guest speakers quarterly. See our Facebook page for upcoming meetings & times. info@familiesonthspectrumky.org Fosse Dance Intensive MainStage School of Performing Arts. JULY 15-17 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com From Earth to the Universe. Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond. EVERY DAY 2-2:45pm. landbetweenthelakes.us Heartland Christian Home Educators Support, field trips, & fellowship for home school families in the area. 618.638.3289. Family Night on the 3RD FRIDAYS Hip-Hop Dance Intensive MainStage School of Performing Arts. JULY 8-10 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com Junior Quilters National Quilt Museum, 215 Jefferson St, Paducah. 1 ST TUESDAY 2:30-4:30pm. For details, call 270.442.8856 or visit quiltmuseum.org Laser Legends of the Night Sky Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory. MONDAY-FRIDAY 10am. Animated laser show where Aesop the owl leads you on a light-hearted journey as you look at the Greek mythology associated with some of our constellations. 800.525.7077 landbetweenthelakes.us The Little Star That Could. Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 11-11:45am. Join the journey of Little Star, an average yellow star in search of planets to protect & warm. 270.924.2233. Legend-ary Vocal & Movement Camp The Rhythm Factory. JULY 29-31 10:15am. $45. For ages 5-7. 270.210.4990 trfpaducah.com

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Legend-ary Vocals Camp The Rhythm Factory. JULY 29-31 10:30am12pm. $55. Combine with Dance Camp for a discount! For ages 8-12. 270.210.4990 trfpaducah.com

Sets, Props, Costumes Camp MainStage School of Performing Arts. JULY 17 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com

Legend-ary Vocals Camp The Rhythm Factory. JULY 29-AUGUST 3 1-3pm. $65. Combine with Dance Camp for a discount! For ages 13-17. 270.210.4990 trfpaducah.com

Sign Language Classes West Kentucky Technical & College. Beginning sign language class includes introduction to deaf culture. Over 200 signs will be taught with classroom time utilized to practice these words & phrases. $45. Register online. 270.534.3335 ws.kctcs.edu/ westkentucky/category/category.aspx?C&S=51

Legend-ary Dance Camp The Rhythm Factory. AUGUST 1-3 10:30am12pm. $55. Combine with Vocals Camp for a discount! For ages 8-12. 270.210.4990 trfpaducah.com Legend-ary Dance Camp The Rhythm Factory. JULY 29-AUGUST 3 1-3pm. $95. Combine with Vocals Camp for a discount! For ages 13-17. 270.210.4990 trfpaducah.com

Seussical Kids Camp & Performance MainStage School of Performing Arts. JUNE 10-22 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com

Livingston County Adult Education. MONDAY–THURSDAY 8:30am4pm Extended hours on TUESDAYS until 8pm. 270.928.3777 MainStage After Dark MainStage School of Performing Arts. JULY 15-19 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com McKAGE (McCracken County Chapter of Kentucky Association of Gifted Education.) Monthly lunch meetings at local schools. Noon– 1pm. Danette Humphrey, 270.442.5172 Needlework Club. McCracken Co. Cooperative Extension. 3RD WEDNESDAYS 10am-Noon. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring a kit or supplies for a pattern you would like to do. If you don’t know how, don’t let that keep you from joining in on the fun. An instructor will be happy to teach you how to stitch. 270.554.9520 @themccrackenextension Paducah Parks Services offers classes for children, teens, & adults. Classes include art lessons, martial arts, soccer & dance. 270.444.8508 paducahky.gov Parents as Teachers in Christian Homes LBL 211 Lansing Court, Paducah. EVERY DAY 4:30-5pm. Come face-to-face with a host of raptors including a barn owl, barred owl, screech owl, kestrel, & red-tailed hawk as our staff moves these birds from their outdoor perches to their indoor shelter. 270.924.2299 FREE Parents with Ones, Twos & Threes Storytime Class. Calloway County Public Library. Parents with children ages 1-3 are invited to a special story time. WEDNESDAYS 9:30-10am. 270.753.2288 callowaycountylibrary.org FREE Preschool Storytime Class. Calloway County Public Library. Parents with preschoolers (ages 4-6) are invited to a special story time. TUESDAYS 10:30-11:30am 270.753.2288 callowaycountylibrary.org Sets, Costumes & Props Camp. MainStage School of Performing Arts. JUNE 24-28 See advertisement on page 24 for more information. 270.558.4249 mainstageschoolofperformingarts.com

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Tonight's Sky - LIVE! Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory. MONDAYFRIDAY 10am. Quietly relax under a 40 foot canopy of stars that represent tonight’s sky. Staff will lead you on a tour of planets, constellations, & special celestial events, such as the 2017 total solar eclipse. Recommended for ages 6 & above. 800.525.7077 landbetweenthelakes.us FREE Tours for Teachers. Wickliffe Mounds. FRIDAYS 10am-3pm. Must make advance reservations. 270.335.3681 kentuckystateparksfoundation.org Wildest Weather in the Solar System Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 4pm. Join us aboard the imaginary space ship Erion as we journey through our solar system looking for the planet with the wildest weather. 800.525.7077 landbetweenthelakes.us Summer Tennis Series Paducah Tilghman Chad Gamble Tennis Courts MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 3-JULY 31 270.444.8508 paducahky.gov

SENIOR CITIZEN EVENTS FREE Ballroom Dance Classes. MONDAYS Paducah–McCracken Senior Citizens Center. 1–3pm. Must be 60 or over. 270.443.8579 FREE Beginning Crochet & Quilting. Paducah-McCracken County Senior Citizens Center TUESDAYS. 1pm, 2pm. 270.443.8579 FREE Bible Study & Lunch. Broadway Church of Christ. 1ST & 3RD TUESDAYS 11am. All seniors welcome. 270.443.6206

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Exercise Classes for Seniors Paducah–McCracken County Senior Center MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS. 10-11am. 270.443.8579 Hot Lunches. Paducah–McCracken County Senior Center MONDAY–FRIDAY 11:30am. $3 donation. Must be 60 or over. 270.443.8579 Kentucky Grandparents over the age of 60 who are primary caregivers may be eligible for state assistance. 877.352.5183 purchaseadd.org FREE Line Dancing Classes. Paducah-McCracken Senior Citizens Center. TUESDAYS 1-2:30pm. Must be 60 or over. 270.443.8579 Matters of Life Forum. 2ND THURSDAYS McCracken Co. Senior Center Activities Room. 11am. Topics discussed include ethical wills, passing on important values & bereavement support. nancy.wallace@uky.edu McCracken County Humane Society Senior Days. WEDNESDAYS adopters over 60 years of age who cannot afford the full fee will receive a 50% discount on selected pets. 9am–3:30pm mccrackenhumane.org Senior Medicare Patrol Sr. Center 1400 HC Mathis Drive. 8am-4pm most TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS 270.442.8993 FREE Serving Our Senior’s Bingo Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. 1ST & 3RD THURSDAYS 1:30–3pm. Dessert & coffee served, enter at the Rehabilitation wing. To reserve a seat, call 270.443.6543 TUESDAYS for Seniors Wickliffe Mounds. 9am-4:30pm. Special discounted rate. Tour the site & museum; have a leisurely walk around the mounds; view birds & wildflowers along the nature trail; learn about the site's history. 270.335.3681 parks.ky.gov

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by Cassie Johnson

McCracken County’s Got Talent!

hows like America’s Got Talent, The Voice, and other television competitions are a huge hit with audiences worldwide. It’s no secret that we love to see extraordinary abilities and hidden skills. Where can you get your five minutes of fame? At the McCracken County Talent Contest! Watch your friends and neighbors compete in a head-to-head local talent show – you might win and be famous!

What's YOUR Talent?

Can you gurgle water while singing a song? Have you got mad skills at a dance routine that will wow the audience? How about juggling bowling pins while hula-hooping, or painting the Mona Lisa with your toes? No matter how common or unique your talent is, everyone is invited to participate in the McCracken County Talent Contest. It’s the perfect venue for the talented, artistic individuals of western Kentucky to proudly show off their skills. As an event that has been a part of McCracken County for the past 34 years, the contest is an eagerly anticipated event each. The event is organized and managed by the Douglas P Music Studio. This year it’s being

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Kathryn Johnson, 2018 Grand Prize Winner

held on Saturday, July 20 at 2pm. For the first time it will be hosted by AMPA (Academy of Movement and Performing Arts), located at 451 Jordan Drive in Paducah (near Kentucky Oaks Mall).

Win a Spot in the Kentucky State Fair

Doug P. Arnold, owner of Douglas P Music Studio and office manager for AMPA, has been the talent contest manager of the show for the past 17 years. Since taking over as organizer, the number of entries has grown to over 50 participants. Contestants should note that this show is the only open preliminary contest in McCracken County for the Kentucky State Fair Talent Classic in August.

Do What YOU Do Best

The talent contest will consist of five different age groups: 4-7, 8-12, 13-17, 18-21, and 22 and over. Contestants are not confined to any particular skill set – so do what you feel is your talent! “While singing and playing guitar are the most common, all talents are welcome,” Arnold told me. Singing, dancing, gymnastics, musical bands, jugglers, comedians, and more – everyone with a skill is encouraged to participate.

Prizes Fit for a Winner

While trophies and cash prizes will be awarded in each different age division, the top three acts from the 13 - 21 age categories will advance to compete at the upcoming 41st Annual Kentucky State Fair Talent Classic.

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“I think this talent competition is a great asset to the community, especially with the additional opportunity to advance to the Kentucky State Fair,” Arnold said. “We have several kids who use the Talent Classic as a springboard for their career in the arts. From the 2018 contest, saxophone player Kevin Kortz received First Runner Up in the finals, and vocalist Kathryn Johnston was the Grand Prize Winner.”

Be a Talent Sponsor

The talent contest is still looking for organizations and businesses to help sponsor the community event with monetary donations or gift certificates. If you are interested in sponsoring the contest or know someone who would be interested in competing, please contact Doug Arnold at talentcontest@comcast.net or call him directly at 270.331.1372. Everyone has a talent that is worth showcasing to the world. There is no better time than now to take that chance. Whether you can sing, dance, juggle, or play the accordion, we hope to see you at the McCracken County Talent Contest!

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iSUPPORT by Cassie Johnson

It's Time to Be Kind

he Guess Anti-Bullying Foundation is hosting their 5th Annual Kindness Color Walk on Saturday, August 3. In a world that doesn’t always feel very kind, this event is a breath of fresh air!

Registration opens at 8am and the walk, which takes place on Paducah’s Greenway Trail will start at 9am. The goal is to bring not only the community together, but also students, parents, teachers, coaches, ministers, friends, neighbors, and business leaders from communities around the region. Organizers hope that by emphasizing the power of kindness at the beginning of the school year, they can build a foundation for a kinder student experience. Like bullying, kindness also happens one act at a time. “Our goal remains to create kinder schools and communities and the success of the Kindness Walk is proof that others want that as well,” said Morgan Guess, Co-founder of the Guess Anti-Bullying Foundation. As a result of Morgan’s personal experience with bullying, Morgan Guess and her mother, Susan Guess, founded the Guess Anti-Bullying Foundation in 2012. Since the foundation began, the duo has sponsored authors, filmmakers, and speakers at local schools. They successfully lobbied

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the legislature for a bill to formally define bullying in Kentucky. Governor Matt Bevin signed the bill into law in April of 2016 and the definition impacts all 1,233 public schools and 640,000 Kentucky students. They also added a #bekindpaducah mural on the back of the MAKE building at the corner of 7th and Broadway and worked with Four Rivers Behavioral Health to open a mental health drop in center for young people ages 16-25. “For any child that is being bullied, I encourage them to tell someone,” said Morgan. “Like me, they probably worry the bullying will get worse if they tell, but I am proof that it can get better and it starts with asking for help.” Each year, the Guess family chooses an honorary grand marshal to recognize during the walk. This year, Dr. Lisa Lasher has been chosen. Dr. Lasher passed away unexpectedly in 2018, leaving behind her husband and daughter. “Her legacy and kindness deserve recognition,” Susan Guess told me. “Dr. Lasher not only delivered babies, but she cared for everyone with kindness and compassion. One person had such a positive impact on so many lives, and her kindness is remembered by everyone who knew her.”

The walk will start as it has for the past five years with the Paducah Tilghman drum line and cheerleaders. Electric 96.9 will be playing music, the Paducah Bank WOW! Wagon will furnish free ice cream, the KIND Company will donate protein bars, and Banks Market will provide water. Texas Roadhouse will set up refreshment stations serving tea, lemonade, and water along the trail. A foam bubble machine will greet participants as they cross the finish line, and the Paducah Fire Department will offer the opportunity to spray off the color acquired during the walk. Registration is $10 and includes a t-shirt for all pre-registered participants. Extra shirts will be available for walk-up registrations on August 3 while supplies last. The registration form can be found at guessantibullying.com. Updates to the walk will be posted on the Guess Anti-Bullying Foundation Facebook page. Sponsorships are still needed to cover the registration for athletes representing their schools at the walk. For questions on sponsorship and other ways you can help, contact Susan Guess at 270.210.2423 or email to susanshafferguess@gmail.com. While adults tell their children be kind, leading by example will always speak louder than words. Positive actions from kindness can have even more of an impact than the negativity of bullying. Sometimes, we can appear to be kind but unintentionally do hurtful things. Misunderstandings happen daily and feelings get hurt. Don’t wait for someone else to take a stand – YOU can make it happen! Use your own voice for good.

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iCELEBRATE by Cassie Johnson

Keeping Dads Healthy This Father's Day

ach June we celebrate Dads, Step-Dads, Granddads, Uncles, and all the men who provide love and leadership for our families. Father’s Day is on June 16, and the week of June 10-14 is National Men’s Health Week. With busy lives and hectic schedules, putting time aside to focus on exercise and health can be challenging. This June, give dad the gift of healthy experiences and habits rather than a tie or a #1 Dad coffee mug. Did you know the three most common preventable causes of death of men are smoking, high blood pressure, and being overweight? In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in America. It takes the lives of over 321,000 men a year, averaging one in every four male deaths. That being said, let’s get moving with Dad!

Get Moving!

The most simple and overlooked exercise is…..WALKING! Just 30 minutes of walking three to five times a week helps build stamina, burn

calories, and improve heart health. Believe it or not, walking daily, or several times a week, has more benefits than sporadic weight lifting or occasional cross-fit. Get the kids in the stroller, on their scooters, or even their Rollerblades, and set a brisk pace to get your heart rate higher. Even a moderate pace can prevent weight gain and help you maintain a healthy weight. How long has it been since you took the bicycles out of the garage? Cycling can help protect you from stroke, heart attack, depression, diabetes, and even arthritis. Not only is it a good muscle workout, but also a great aerobic exercise. Since it is low impact, it causes less strain and injuries than other forms of exercise. Once you learn how to ride a bike you never forget, which makes it fun no matter what your age. My in-laws are in their mid-60s and they love to ride bikes with our family. Don’t forget the helmets and have some fun! Walking and riding around your neighborhood or a low traffic area is great for weeknight strolls. Make a fun family day by checking out one of the many great trails our area has to offer. The Greenway Trail in Paducah, Fort Massac in Metropolis, Mike Miller Park in Draffenville, and Land Between The Lakes are just a few options – walkers and riders are welcome, of course. For the Dad who wants serious time for exercise or to blow off the stress from life, how about a gym membership or a pass for a local fitness club? Local clubs are often less crowded than big chains, and they provide personal attention. You’re also helping your community by giving your support to a local business.

Think Inside the Lanes

Here’s a fun and surprising way to exercise – bowling! While this may not be at the top of cardio exercises, the Professional Bowlers Association says bowling uses 134 muscles during a game. The repetitive swinging, flexing, bending, and stretching gets muscles from your arms, legs, chest and back in motion. Who doesn’t love lacing up a pair of bowling shoes and having some fun? For budget friendly bowling, visit kidsbowlfree. com. During the Summer months, registered kids receive two FREE games of bowling each day. All you pay is shoe rental, and they offer family packages as well so parents can play. Participating bowling alleys in your area are listed on the site.

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Fire Up the Grill

While fried foods are yummy, the warm Summer months call for firing up the grill. Grilled foods have less fat because the excess drips off. Grilling meat preserves more riboflavin and thiamine, both nutrients that play a key role in a healthy diet. You can grill your entire meal, because veggies are delicious when grilled. Like meats, vegetables also retain more of their vitamins and minerals when grilled. Wrapping fresh veggies in foil, or even placing them on top of the grill, is far more nutritious than frying or boiling them. Search online for recipes to try, because the possibilities are endless! Find your local farmer’s market or favorite produce stand to pick out fruits and vegetables as a family. Locally grown products are fresher by not being exposed to artificial lights and temperature changes. That means your veggies have more nutritional value when you eat them. Grilling goes hand in hand with outdoor activities. So, flip those burgers, sauce the chicken, shoot a round of hoops, or kick a soccer ball around with the kids while your meal is cooking. We hope everyone encourages the fathers and father figures in their lives to continue being strong, caring, healthy men so that they can

continue being effective parents. Whether you’re a first-time dad trying to figure it all out, or a grandpa giving advice to your children and grandchildren, thank you for being there! With all the physical activities planned, perhaps on Father’s Day itself, Dad will also like to enjoy a nice, relaxing nap.

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iLEARN

by Ashley Doughty Instructor Star Bright Language Center

Benefiting from Bilingualism Should My Child Learn a Second Language?

n a world that is very quickly becoming fully connected via technology and media, learning a second language may not seem necessary or worth the effort. It seems that wherever we travel these days most people speak some English. So, is learning another language necessary? Are there other reasons that we should learn languages? Do bilingual children have an advantage when compared to monolingual children? How early should a child learn another language - is bilingual education necessary for children before high school or college? Is it something that can be achieved if the parents themselves are not bilingual?

The Answer to All of Those Questions is a Resounding YES. Countless studies exist that champion the advantages of bilingual education; from higher levels of empathy to higher scores in academic achievement. It's why many children are offered language studies in school and even required to take language classes in college. Learning a second language seems to have many benefits - scientists are still in the process of discovering just how many.

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Many Words for One Idea

One major component of learning another language is understanding the world can be described and experienced in more than one way, or in more than one language. Children who are bilingual realize their language is not so “permanent” – one can use many different words to recall one particular idea or object. This takes quite a bit of skill to know exactly when a certain word should be used instead of another.

Perspective & Perception

For example, a child learning two languages must understand when to use the word “verde” instead of “green.” It requires the child to have enough perception of who (s)he is talking to in order to know what language to use. The ability to understand how to connect through the correct language leads to a greater sense of empathy. Bilingual children are able to understand another person’s perspective much earlier than monolingual children. Often, it isn’t an argument of the benefits of learning a second language, but a worry of how to give a child a second language when the parents do not speak one themselves. Children can learn a second language at a very young age. The idea of adding a second

language to a child as young as two years old isn’t as complicated as you might think.

Language Immersion

One very natural way to acquire another language is through the educational practice of language immersion. An immersion program, or dual language program, is a program in which a substantial portion of their school subjects are taught through the medium of a second or foreign language. New concepts and ideas are taught first in a language that is not native to the student, and then can later be reinforced and reviewed with English. This also applies to interactions between the student and the teacher. For example, when speaking to a child, the teacher will address the child in the target language. “As-tu faim?” (“Are you hungry?”) will be asked while the teacher gestures toward the stomach and mimics chewing with the mouth. Students understand, based on the context, the question being asked is if (s)he is hungry. The response from the student (usually in English) will be translated by the teacher - “yes” is repeated as “oui.”

The rationale behind immersion is that students can learn a language effectively if it is used for significant periods of time and for substantive communication in school, much as children learn their native language in the home. Quite often, parents are doubtful their child can pick up a second language at such an early age. But parents should consider how a first language is acquired; it is not taught with grammar and spelling and syntax rules, but just through experiencing the language. Parents speak to their child from the moment they are born, and it is through experience children learn how to use the correct words and sentence structure to talk about the world around them and their place in that world. Immersion programs aim to replicate the very same process, but in another language. StarBright is a local nonprofit immersion language center in downtown Paducah that specializes in language education for all ages. If you are interested in your child learning another language visit pathosinc.org/StarBright.

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iGARDEN

by Carol Ullerich Design Division Chair

A Symphony of Flowers

ith all the spring rain our gardens are verdant and lush this June. Perhaps you have something you’ve grown that can be entered into the 2019 McCracken County Fair Standard Flower Show? This year’s theme is A Symphony of Flowers, and it celebrates the Paducah Symphony Orchestra with competitions in horticulture and design, plus vegetables, fruits and nuts, for adults and youth. The show is held at Carson Park’s Floral Hall.

All entries are judged using National Garden Clubs, Inc. Standard System of Awarding. Entries, ribbons and prize money are distributed on Monday, July 1, between 8 - 10am in the Floral Hall. Unclaimed items are forfeited and disposed of unless absent prior arrangements have been made with the Show Chair.

Horitculture Division

Twelve horticulture entries are allowed per exhibitor. They will be accepted on Monday, June 24, between 7:30-10:30am. There are no entry fees, and bottles and wedging material will be provided. Entries must be correctly placed and signed-in by 10:30am to be eligible for judging. Exhibitors must leave Floral Hall after placing exhibit(s) and not return until the judging is completed. All horticulture entries must be fresh and grown by the exhibitor. Exhibitor may enter more than one specimen per class if each entry is a different species, variety, cultivar, type or color. All specimens should be correctly labeled by genus, species, and/or variety, and common name. All plant material must be clean, without dead foliage, insect-free, and disease-free - one stem per container.

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There are some new classes for 2019: Single Variety or Cultivar Container-Grown Plants - Tillandsia, Christmas Cactus, and Bromeliads; Other Combination Plantings - Dish Gardens or Terrariums.

Design Division

You don’t have to grow the plant material used in the design division entries, but remember that you can’t use artificial flowers, foliage, fruits or vegetables. This division includes three classes judged by NGC-accredited judges and four classes judged by fair-goers on Thursday night. People’s Choice, Most Creative and Best Use of Color. All classes must reflect some aspect of Paducah Symphony Orchestra and all design entries must be pre-registered by contacting the design consultant for the desired class by June 17. Entries will be accepted Thursday, June 27, between 7:30-11am. Each design must include some plant material identified on 3” x 5” card. All tables provided by Design Division Committee are standard 30” deep x 30” tall banquet tables draped in black cloth, except for Class 4 where exhibitors provide own card table.

Three Adult Design Classes CLASS 1 - Beat Beethoven Design of any type conveying a 5K race in which runners try to beat a runner dressed as Beethoven. The design must incorporate piece of running attire provided by exhibitor. If you need help, call Design Consultant Betty Thompson, betmat@brtc.net, 270.559.3782.

craft breweries from across our region and nation. The design should be staged on a white pedestal provided by committee. Design consultant, Mary Sanderson, mbsand@comcast.net, 270.210.7924.

CLASS 7 - Holiday Pops PSO’s yule concert featuring classics such as Sleigh Ride and Hallelujah Chorus. The design must be a wreath not exceeding 28” in any direction, made of wire, grapevine, foam or other non-artificial plant material. Design consultant, Anne McNeilly, amcneilly@comcast.net, 270.217.5690.

Youth Design Classes (Kindergarten - Age 18) CLASS 8 - Woodwinds; CLASS 9 - Brass; CLASS 10 Percussion; CLASS 11 - Strings Each design should be created in container provided by the committee. Youth who plan to enter can choose floral material and accessories during a workshop which will be held on Wednesday, June 26, at 1:30pm in the Floral Hall. Workshop participation is not mandatory, but those not participating must get their container in advance from the design consultant and provide their own floral material and accessories. Design consultant, Sherry Dorris, richard. dorris@sbcglobal.net, 630.234.1594.

CLASS 2 - The New World A framed spatial design in white frame provided by committee evoking the New World Symphony. Stationary design implying movement. The design consultant is Carol Ullerich, carolullerich123@ gmail.com, 270.564.7592.

With so many categories to choose from, there’s bound to be something you can design from the things you’ve grown. For more information please contact the McCracken County Extension Office, 270.554.9520. For the entire show schedule visit mccracken.ca.uky. edu/files/mc_fair_2019_flower_show_schedule_final_rev.pdf

CLASS 3 - Father-Daughter Dance Stretch design (two units, one smaller) interpreting this classic winter soiree which is now in 24th year. Design consultant is Brenda Johnson, slwl4@hughes.net, 270.210.1760.

Four Adult Design Classes Judged by Fair-Goers Thursday Night: CLASS 4 - Opening Night Gala A functional table planned and set for actual service of food for two at formal evening meal. This is a club competition and must be created on a card table provided by the exhibitor. Design consultant, Brenda Johnson, slwl4@hughes.net, 270.210.1760.

CLASS 5 - SCORE The PSO’s quarterly magazine announcing symphony events and performances. It can be a design of any type incorporating copy of SCORE magazine which will provided by Show Committee. Design consultant, Sally Wilkins, sjwilkins190@att.net, 270.898.7798.

CLASS 6 - PaBREWcah Reflective design with materials (non-mirrors) reflecting images back to viewer. Design highlights the beer tasting event featuring

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