Bowling Green Living - July / August 2018

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FRO M THE E D I TOR SWEET SUMMERTIME PUBLISHER

Anyone who knows me is keenly aware that I. Love. Summer.

Jason Tanner jason@tannerpublishing.com

Nine months out of the year are spent harping on my disdain for temperatures below 80 degrees. And the next three are spent basking in the heat.

EDITOR

Sarah Bishop There’s truly no place I’d rather be than on a beach, with my toes dug in the sand, sun hat on and an irresistible book in hand.

sarah@tannerpublishing.com

My very best memories are always set to the backdrop of 90-degree weather, long days and sweet, Southern breezes: like catching (and releasing!) sand crabs with my dad and annual mother-daughter beach trips to 30A.

Sarah Bishop Brock Quinton

As a little girl, summer meant endless days with my best friend—a friendship now of 20 years, thank you very much—building our intricate and immaculate Barbie kingdom in the comfort of an air-conditioned playroom. As a teenager, it meant late nights driving around my hometown, windows down, blasting whatever overly-emotional album I deemed as my summer soundtrack.

Now, the quintessential summer day is spent at the pool followed by nightly backyard grilling with my husband and our dog Blue.

No matter your age, the world seems to slow in the summer. Kids are running through sprinklers. Families are out on walks. Friends are gathered on restaurant patios after work.

To celebrate the season, we’ve put together an official Guide to Summer, packed with the seemingly never-ending array of activities and events our area offers.

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Crystal Akers Jamie Alexander Sarah Bishop Crystal Bowling Caitlin Greenwell Elliot Hyman Beth Noffsinger Monica Ramsey Katie Starks Leigh Ann Tipton COVER PHOTO

Spend your days at Jackson’s Orchard, Kentucky Down Under, Falls of Rough, the National Corvette Museum, Lost River Cave, the South Central Kentucky Cultural Center, Conundrum Workshop or Bowling Green Ballpark (page 47).

Read about simple, kid-friendly activities like planting a small garden or going on a scavenger hunt in our list of 15 Affordable Family-Friendly Things To Do This Summer (page 48) and beat the heat with our Simple Summer Fruit Pops recipe (page 44).

While the days may seem long, we only get a few months to relish in all the goodness summer brings.

At Bowling Green Living, we encourage you to use this sweet season to slow down and make lasting memories with those you love.

As always, thank you for reading!

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JULY . AUG. [06]

THE BUZZ

THE REAL PEOPLE, PLACES AND EVENTS THAT SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY

THE PULSE

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NEW PROCEDURE HELPS THOSE WITH ACID REFLUX

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THE ARTS

VITAL ORGANS

FEATURES [16] SIX FEET WONDER: THE GERARD FAMILY [20] A REVOLUTION ON WHEELS [22] ‘CREATED FOR ME’

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[26] THINKING BIG ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS

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2018 40 UNDER 40

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2018 40 UNDER 40 HONOREES

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YOUR GUIDE TO SUMMER

THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND BOWLING GREEN THIS SUMMER

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FILM REVIEW

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE

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THE GETAWAY

36 HOURS IN GLASGOW

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THE STYLE

EARLY 2000S HOME GETS A BRIGHT CRISP MAKEOVER

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THE DISH

GOURMET HOT DOGS WITH WATERMELON ORZO SALAD

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THE SCENE

YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN AND AROUND BOWLING GREEN

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BUZZ CHAMBER NAMES AWARD WINNERS AT EXCELLENCE AWARDS LUNCHEON The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce named award winners in several categories and recognized previous winners at its annual Excellence Awards Luncheon.

Keynote speakers included 2018 ATHENA winner Janette Boehman of WBKO, 2018 Entrepreneur of the Year Tori Gerbig of The Pink Lily Boutique and 2018 Small Business Person of the Year Todd Matthews of Scott & Murphy, Inc. “We are thrilled to have such outstanding partners in this community. Their dedication and willingness to serve others exemplify our community’s spirit and drive,” said Chamber

BOWLING GREEN ANNOUNCES NEW CITY MANAGER

President and CEO Ron Bunch.

The 2018 Administrative Professional of the Year was presented to Kendra Lewis, executive assistant at LifeSkills Inc., and the 2018 Young ATHENA was presented to Jennifer Oaks, sales manager at Liberty Imaging.

The Cornelius Martin ATHENA Scholarship Fund, a perpetual trust within the College Heights Foundation in memory of Cornelius Martin and supported by ATHENA award recipients, was awarded to Ciara Graxirena, a sophomore studying Accounting at Western Kentucky University.

The City of Bowling Green Board appointed Jeff Meisel as Bowling Green’s next city manager.

Meisel began his career with the City in January 2002 as city treasurer and was promoted to chief financial officer in 2006. Born and raised in Bowling Green, Meisel is a 1989 graduate of Bowling Green High School, a 1993 Western Kentucky University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a 1994 WKU graduate with a master’s in Professional Accounting. Meisel has been a CPA since 1998.

Meisel has produced 11 years of balanced income projections and spending; has lead the city to reduction of debt load from a high of about $150 million in 2009 to less than $85 million currently; and through his leadership, the Finance Department has won the Government Finance Officers Association Excellence in Financial Reporting award for 11 consecutive years.

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T. C. CHERRY EARNS LIGHTHOUSE STATUS

T. C. Cherry became the third school in the Bowling Green Independent School District and 10th in the county to earn Lighthouse status since 2014. This recognition comes because the school has achieved outstanding results in school and student outcomes by implementing The Leader in Me process with fidelity. All schools earning this status have demonstrated the nine Lighthouse School Criteria through the FranklinCovey program.

The Leader in Me is an integrated approach to teaching leadership using Dr. Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

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AMERICAN LEATHER DIRECT CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING In May, American Leather Direct Inc. was joined by officials from Warren County, the City of Bowling Green and the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the groundbreaking of its new distribution facility on Central Avenue in Bowling Green. This $2.8 million project includes the construction of a 46,410 square-foot facility and will bring 11 new jobs to Warren County.

American Leather Direct was formed in 2010 when the family-owned and operated tannery, Industrias Chahin de Orizaba, S.A. de C.V. of Mexico (also known as ChahinLeather™) purchased its distributor of more than 26 years. Combined, the tannery and American Leather Direct have more than 110 years of experience in producing and selling high-quality leather

for a variety of industries.

“We have chosen to invest and expand in Bowling Green not only because of the growth potential but also because of the community,” said Angel Chahin Maluly, CEO of American Leather Direct and Industrias Chahin de Orizaba.

American Leather Direct’s product line includes several leather types in various colors, thicknesses and temper. Its leather is produced using artisanal vegetable tanning practices, which includes the use of plant extracts and tannins. These leather products are used in a variety of products including: tack for the dairy and equine industries, holsters and slings, knife sheaths, dog collars, furniture, shoe laces, belts and handbags.

JERRY E. BAKER FOUNDATION COMMITS $10M FOR STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS The Jerry E. Baker Foundation, established through the estate of Jerry E. Baker, a generous longtime supporter of Western Kentucky University, pledged a $10 million endowment for student scholarships.

Annual investment earnings from the endowment will be gifted to the University to enhance the Jerry E. Baker Student Scholarship Fund, initially created through a direct bequest by Baker.

The scholarship fund provides support for students pursuing a major or minor in music, dance, theatre, art or horticulture, and available scholarship funds are divided among the five programs.

The University expects to receive $450,000 from the Baker Foundation in the first year of the agreement. Combined with Baker’s previous support for scholarships, the Jerry E. Baker Student Scholarship Fund will annually award around $500,000 in scholarships to WKU students.

“Mr. Baker’s clear and powerful vision paves the way for future scholars,” said WKU President Timothy C. Caboni. “WKU commits to continuing his legacy of supporting student scholarships. His philanthropic spirit endures at WKU and stands as an example to others.”

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NATIONAL HOT ROD POWER TOUR KICKS OFF Mid-June, the 24th annual Hot Rod Power Tour rolled through the heartland of hot rod culture. More than just a traveling car show, this tour is the largest hot rod road trip in the world. Classic cars and hot rods travel city-to-city, over 1,300 miles, enjoying the people and stops along the way. This seven-day, seven-city journey brought more than 6,000 vehicles and 100,000-plus spectators.

The tour began June 9 at Beech Bend Raceway Park. For more information, visit hotrod.com/events.

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THE

PULSE

New Procedure Helps Those with

ACID REFLUX

BY MED CENTER HEALTH

Did you know 10 to 20 percent of Americans have acid reflux disease?

For most people, it’s an annoyance that

happens every so often if they eat the wrong food or drink too much coffee; but for others, it can be a serious problem that needs medical help. If you keep a bottle of antacids with you everywhere you go, or feel like you should own

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stock in over-the-counter anti-reflux medications, chances are

procedures, such as bloating, increased gas, inability to vomit

you are suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or

and trouble swallowing.

GERD.

Symptoms of GERD can include heartburn, feeling like

there’s a lump in your throat, difficulty swallowing, chest pain and even the regurgitation of food and liquid. Those who have acid reflux at night can also experience disrupted sleep,

TIF works by reducing a hiatal hernia and creating a valve

to repair the anti-reflux barrier.

“We put little fasteners in to reinforce your gastroesopha-

geal sphincter,” says Davis. “This is the muscle that helps keep

coughing, laryngitis and increased asthma. As a caution, if

the acid in your stomach. After this procedure, 90 percent of

you’re having chest pain, don’t mess around—this could be

people have improvement of their symptoms, and 70 percent of

something more than heartburn: It could be a heart attack.

people can get off of their proton pump inhibitors.”

So what do you do if you’re constantly chewing antacids

even while taking medication for your acid reflux? When all that isn’t enough, there’s a new, minimally invasive procedure that can get you off the meds and be a life changer for those who suffer from GERD.

“It’s all done using a gastroscope through your mouth

while you are asleep,” says Dan Davis, M.D., FACS, a surgeon

The procedure also helps patients avoid the possibility

of chronic acid reflux causing permanent damage to their esophagus, which can lead to narrowing of the esophagus, Barrett’s Esophagus and possibly esophageal cancers.

What causes acid reflux in the first place? Most of the time,

the patient’s own anatomy is the culprit. Normally, a valve

with Med Center Health General Surgery. “There’s no incision,

between the stomach and the esophagus allows food to pass but

and it’s a 30-minute procedure.”

then closes to keep stomach acid in the stomach. When this

The procedure is Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication,

valve doesn’t function as it should, acid and non-acidic fluids

or TIF, and it is revolutionizing how patients with severe reflux

can backwash into the esophagus. Anyone with GERD can

are being treated. Fundoplication procedures have been around

tell you this isn’t just annoying—it can be very painful. There

for more than 50 years. Fundus refers to the upper part of the stomach, and “-plication” means an operation that reduces the size of a hollow organ such as the stomach. What makes TIF different is that it is performed through the mouth rather than

are many reasons the valve might not be working as it should, including genetics, injury, obesity, diet or age.

If you suffer from GERD and medication isn’t working for

as laparoscopy, which requires multiple incisions, or the even

you anymore, learn more about the incision-less TIF procedure

more invasive open surgery of the abdomen. TIF also doesn’t

by calling Med Center Health General Surgery at 270-780-2690

have some of the side effects associated with more invasive

or visit MCHSurgery.com.

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vital

ORGANS group of Bowling Green musicians keep pipe organ playing alive

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here’s no mistaking that full sound that can rattle stained glass windows and simultaneously reach a pitch as high as the heavens. That’s the trademark of the pipe organ.

Situated firmly in the Bible Belt, Bowling Green has no shortage of Christian churches. However, only six of them have a pipe organ.

Versions of the pipe organ appeared earlier than 2,000 years ago. The instrument once had a home in movie theaters, performance halls and even pizza parlors, but most popularly in churches. In modern history, the 1960s was a “dark time” for the pipe organ, according to Kenneth Stein, organist for Christ Episcopal Church.

“It was a time when tie-dye was king, and (the attitude was), ‘Let’s bring in guitars,’ ” Stein said.

To appeal to young people, churches chucked their organs for instruments that mimicked the rock-and-roll music that was popular with the younger generation. New churches didn’t install pipe organs, a trend that has persisted as churches have continued to sprout up in Bowling Green.

However, there is a band of folks keeping the art of pipe organ playing alive. In addition to playing for Christ Episcopal Church, Stein uses his talents for Western

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Kentucky University productions and at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, which replaced its pipe organ with a digital one. Stein has played the organ for more than 50 years. He started out on his dad’s Hammond organ—similar to the organ used in rock songs.

“I practiced like a dog,” Stein said. His father installed headphones into the organ so Stein could practice late at night after his parents had gone to bed.

Stein saw early on how times had changed for pipe organists. His organ teacher lost his job at Radio City Music Hall years earlier when “talkies” lowered the demand for organists to play during silent films.

When asked why he keeps at it, Stein laughed and said, “I like to eat. (But) really, I make a living doing what I love to do.”

Frances Hall has been playing the organ for nearly 70 years and is the organist for First Christian Church, which is in the process of replacing its own aging pipe organ.

Hall started out playing the piano, but when she got a taste of playing the organ, she was hooked. “With it you can capture the quietest of moods … and with it you can blow the rafters off the place.”

Her musicality came from necessity. Her father was a

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minister, and her family moved around a lot. In small churches, Hall said, a minister’s family has to pitch in to keep the services going. When Hall’s mother juggled too many tasks, she pushed her young daughter to be an instrumentalist. It was then that Hall learned how to plan songs to go with a sermon, a skill that continues to be useful.

The uniqueness of the pipe organ keeps Hall coming back to the bench every Sunday.

“Organ music does something for people’s souls,” Hall said. “It puts you in contact with something that’s mystical and divine.”

As far as the future of the pipe organ, neither Stein nor Hall is concerned.

“Organs have been in churches since probably the 1100s. I don’t see them leaving anytime soon,” Stein said.

Hall said young people still study organ playing, so there will always be someone to replace an outgoing pipe organist.

“In spite of the things you’ve heard about it dying, it’s not,” she said.

Bryson Richey is the poster child for Stein’s and Hall’s optimism. The organist for Brentwood United

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Methodist Church in Brentwood, Tenn., Richey has filled in for organists around town and the state, doing a few stints at First Baptist Church of Bowling Green. He is 26 years old.

“I thought, ‘This is my contribution to worship. This is my talent that the Lord has blessed me with, and it’s my duty to keep it alive,’ ” Richey said.

Hymns, though often considered old-fashioned, pair beautifully with an organ, and Richey said he believes nostalgia is bringing those songs back in vogue.

“I feel like the organ has such an impact, more than any other instrument, on hymn singing, and really is the vehicle that drives the emotional and spiritual experience,” Richey said.

Keeping in mind that even casual churchgoers have likely heard many of the hymns before, Richey said he tries to “spice it up a little bit.” He sometimes composes his own intros and interludes, and tries to play the music according to the text of the song, whether solemn or joyful.

“The songs are beautiful, the melodies are beautiful, but the words are what ties back to Scripture,” Richey said.

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As an example, Richey read aloud the fourth stanza of the hymn “I Stand Amazed in the Presence.” “When with the ransomed in glory His face I at last shall see, ’twill be my joy through the ages to sing of His love for me.” He stopped and smiled. “It gives me chills talking about it.”

Then Richey, sitting at First Baptist Church’s pipe organ, played the hymn, the air exploding from the pipes in grand bellows that reverberated throughout the empty sanctuary.

The power the pipe organ touts with its massive presence and sound give it a depth and permanence that time hasn’t managed to extinguish yet, Stein said.

“That’s what society is telling us: If it isn’t contemporary, it’s not valid,” Stein said. “There is a legacy, and it’s a valuable legacy.”

Hall added that the pipe organ evokes a feeling that no other instrument can.

“It’s a spiritual experience playing. And then after awhile, you realize it’s a spiritual experience for the people listening,” Hall said.

As for Richey, he believes using his hands at the keys and his feet at the pedals is his calling in life, and he plans to continue using his talents to glorify God.

“I believe there’s a big old organ in heaven. I hope I get to play it.”

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BY CRYSTAL BOWLING

SIX FEET WONDER:

The Gerard Family Missing a boat can change a life. John, or Jean,

without him. Making the best of a not ideal situa-

Claude Gerard, originally from France, made his

tion, John Claude picked up his luggage—which is

way to Bowling Green, reunited with friends, built

referred to simply as a “tool chest” in some records

furniture and began a business that would last

and “his possessions [were] tied up in an old apron”

through generations and touch many of those who

in other accounts—at the next port and went to

have lived in Bowling Green and the surrounding

work in Bowling Green as a furniture maker.

area.

John Claude, later known as “Boss,” arrived

built coffins. During the Civil War, the Gerard

in Bowling Green in 1842. According to family re-

family built over 2,000 coffins for fallen soldiers

cords, John took passage on a steamboat that would

and performed as many as 30 burials on a single day

take him from New Albany, Ind., to New Orleans.

during the war. By 1870, he had moved his stock of

On a stop along the Barren River, John Claude de-

coffins to College Street, then known as Summer

cided to hunt the woods, and the steamboat left

Street, and began the John C. Gerard Undertaking

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A cabinetmaker by trade, John Claude also

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<< GERARD UNDERTAKERS ON THE CORNER OF 10TH AVENUE AND COLLEGE STREET IN BOWLING GREEN, ESTABLISHED IN 1843 BY JOHN C. GERARD. IMAGE TAKEN CIRCA 1897 // PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIBRARY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

Company. For many years, this was the only undertaker

Green into a city, as well as touching the lives of so

company in the area.

many families. He was known as “the good old man” and

credited with “every movement that would tend to help

Documents from the Department of Library Special

Collections at Western Kentucky University show that the

the community.”

average cost for an adult’s burial and coffin ranged from

$20 to $30 in the late 1800s. Over the years, the Gerard

Avenue and College Street to a location “built especially

business began to provide additional options including

for the business…in fact as perfect a building as could be

burial suits, gloves and slippers. By the late 1880s, Gerard

arranged for their particular trade,” according to an issue

was offering assistance for the bereaved family such as

of the Bowling Green Times-Journal and Warren County

flowers, candles, grave linings and pallbearers’ wagons.

Courier Twentieth Anniversary issue.

The Gerard funeral company truly made funerals and

burials a family affair, especially as the years passed. What

loved ones enduring some of the most difficult moments

else is to be expected when you have nine children?

of their lives. Much like John Claude, his sons—and later,

The company changed names in 1893 to F.C. Gerard

his grandchildren—were well-regarded and respected in

and Brother, Undertakers, as John Claude’s sons, Frank

the community. Eugene Gerard’s marriage announcement

and Eugene, took over the business. It changed names

mentions him as being “one of our most efficient and

again in 1897 as Frank’s son, John M. Gerard, joined

successful young businessmen…and in every respect is a

the ranks. It became known as Gerard and Gerard. John

most worthy and highly respected young man.”

Claude passed away in 1899 at the age of 83. In a number

of obituaries, he is credited for helping turn Bowling

Gerard and Pauline Gerard Bradley, along with her

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In 1901, the business moved to the corner of 10th

The Gerard family continued to assist families and

Around 1929, John Claude’s granddaughters Camilla

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TOP LEFT: JEAN CLAUDE (JOHN CLAUDE) GERARD BOTTOM LEFT: ENVELOPE FROM GERARD & GERARD

FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND EMBALMERS TOP RIGHT: GERARD FAMILY HOME ON COLLEGE STREET

BUILT BY JOHN H. GRAHAM AND PURCHASED BY JOHN C. GERARD CIRCA 1853 FROM EWING GRAHAM. BOTTOM RIGHT: EUGENE GERARD

husband, Henry Bradley, Sr., took over operations. Camilla

and Pauline had the honor of being the first women in the

say their goodbyes to those they loved for over 100 years.

area to have mortician licenses. In 1953, the business moved to East 10th Avenue and was named the Gerard-Bradley

The Gerard family helped the people of Bowling Green

When John Claude missed his boat and set up shop, he had no

Funeral Home. The business changed hands in 1989 to J.C.

idea what legacy he would leave behind for his family, friends

Kirby and Son Funeral Chapels.

and the city of Bowling Green.

Western Kentucky Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Library Special Collections, located in the Kentucky Building and Museum, has a vast amount of archives on the Gerard family, including letters, photos, marriage licenses and scrapbooks, available for the public to view, both in-person and online. To learn more, visit wku.edu/library.

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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

A L L C R E AT U R E S A N I M A L H O S P I TA L

HEAT STROKE IS NO JOKE

BY DR. SARAH FREDRICK

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ummertime is here, and that means it’s time for outdoor

resolve with cooling mechanisms), take your dog to your

adventures and activities. It also means that our pets are

veterinarian immediately.

at a higher risk of experiencing heat stroke, which is an an

emergency situation for dogs. Heat stroke is the term used

to be cooled off in a controlled manner. On your way to your

for hyperthermia, which is when a dog’s body temperature

veterinarian, you can put rubbing alcohol on your pet’s foot

is above 103°F. Pets that have a temperature between 107°F

pad to evaporate some heat and cool (not cold) water over

and 109°F are at a much higher risk for developing multiple

your dog’s head, feet, abdomen and armpits.

organ failure or even death. We need to protect our pets as

Intravenous fluids, controlled body temperature

much as we can and prevent heat strokes.

reduction and oxygen therapy are often needed to help

reverse heat stroke.

Dogs do not sweat like humans do; they regulate

All dogs experiencing heat stroke need medical attention

their body temperature by panting. They have very small

sweat glands in their footpads, so they need to pant to cool

usually recover well. Pets that have moderate or severe heat

themselves. If something inhibits them from panting, this

stroke symptoms may have a more difficult time recovering

can increase body temperature quickly, causing heat stroke.

or may have permanent brain or organ damage.

Seizures, infections or severe muscle tremors can also cause

hyperthermia, leading to heat stroke. Heat stroke can occur in

summer. Here are some helpful tips from the American Veterinary

dogs in the following situations:

Association to protect your pet this summer:

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Spending too much time exercising in high temperatures

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Never, ever leave your dog in the car.

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Being left inside the car or truck bed

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Make sure your dog has unlimited access to fresh water.

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Being left outside too long with no access to fresh water

•

Make sure your dog has access to shade when outside.

or shade

•

Take walks during the cooler hours of the day.

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When walking, try to stay off hot surfaces (like asphalt)

Dogs that become excited easily or don’t want to quit

Pets that are healthy and have mild hyperthermia

Please remember to protect your pets from the heat this

because it can burn your dog’s paws.

playing outside and brachycephalic breeds (flat-faced dogs) are at great risk of heat stroke even when temperatures or

humidity is moderately elevated.

pet—make sure your pet has a means of cooling off.

If your pet has any signs of heat stroke (excessive

panting/drooling, collapse, hyperthermia that will not

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If you think it’s hot outside, it’s even hotter for your Have fun on your adventures this summer and keep

yourself and your pets cool!

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BY CRYSTAL AKERS

A Revolution on Wheels

VETTE CITY ROLLER DERBY WORKS TO REBUILD, EMPOWER AND SERVE AS A COMMUNITY FOR LOCAL WOMEN

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ll it took was a shoulder and some momentum and the tangle of skaters was severed. The hit appeared effortless yet

focused and intense, with not even a stumble from the offender as her opponent sailed out and down to the floor. The audience cringed and cheered, but the Vette City skater’s target bounced right back up on her skates without so much as a wince and propeled herself back into the mass of battling skaters as the liberated Jenerator glided around the track for another point on the scoreboard.

“I

like

hitting

things,”

laughs

Jennifer

Whittamore, aka The Jenerator, a team captain for the Vette City Roller Derby team.

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No, but really.

Jennifer, church secretary by day, can land a hit you can feel in the crowd.

“It’s awesome because there are some really neat people, and everybody’s kind of there for the same thing. You want to have fun, you want to hang out with other women that want to have fun and like to have a little bit of that competitiveness to them. They want to work hard and they want to stay in shape, or they just need an outlet because they have stress …

That’s kind of why I started. Like, ‘I need something for me.’ It’s turned into so much more than that.”

Vette City Roller Derby has been around since 2009 but is undergoing somewhat of a rebuilding

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phase. A couple years ago, their practice and game venue, The Skate Box, came under new management, and the team found itself without a home.

“We’re just trying to get our league built back up,” Jennifer says. “There hadn’t been roller derby for over a year, and it’s tough not only to get new people to come and play, but to get fans to come to our games and stuff. It was definitely a struggle, and we’re still feeling the remnants of that issue.”

In the past, the league has made its mission one of giving back to the community, but after the hiatus, Vette City Roller Derby has had to focus on rebuilding in order to regain the resources to be more mission focused. But in its stash of recruitment tools, the league can boast inclusiveness, empowerment and positivity.

“The thing that’s crazy about derby is roller derby is for everyone,” Jennifer explains. “That’s one of the things that I think speaks a lot to women that want to try it—that you don’t have to be super skinny/fit/in-shape to play this sport at all.

The motto for the world organization (Women’s Flat Track Derby Association) is ‘Real. Strong. Revolutionary,’ and it’s just so fitting because we’re real people, not bodybuilders. We work day jobs. We have kids or husbands or are in school, and we have struggles with our weight. We try to stay in shape. We eat good, or we don’t eat good. But we are all out there just having fun.”

And contrary to what some may think, roller derby is even open to women who have never put on a pair of skates.

“There are people that come and literally can’t even stand up with skates on their feet. I have so much respect for the people that do that,” Jennifer says, in genuine awe. “For them, especially, I can’t even imagine how empowering it is to come out and be a completely blank slate—‘Tell me everything I www.bgkyliving.com

need to know and I’m going to work my butt off to know it.’

I tell them all the time ‘If I fell as much as you fall I would’ve quit years ago,’ but they don’t. They get up, they laugh, they want to be supported and encouraged, and that’s one of the best qualities about our league is we are so supportive and encouraging of everyone.”

That sentiment was in action at Vette City’s home opener. An enthusiastic man sporting a “Mr. Jenerator” T-shirt cheered loudly for his favorite team, yet was also the first person out of his seat to shake the other team’s hands. Throughout the bout, home fans shouted “good hit” and “way to go” at the opposition.

“In roller derby at the end of games, you truly love shaking hands and to tell the person that knocked you on your butt, ‘That was an awesome hit. I don’t think that I’ve ever been hit that hard before,’ and mean it” Jennifer says. “You’re even supportive to other players and other leagues.”

It’s that atmosphere that gives roller derby a knack for bringing people together from all walks of life.

“There are no two people alike,” Jennifer says about the team. “There’s everything from your full-time working parents of multiple kids to your 22-year-old college student that doesn’t have a care in the world and everything in between. Without derby I never would have met these people.

I don’t have really anything in common with any of them except roller derby, but it’s a really strong thing to have in common with someone.”

Vette City is back in action at The Skate Center, 506 Three Springs Road, celebrating a decisive 91-54 win in its home opener April 29 against Demolition City of Evansville, Ind., and looking forward to its next home bout on June 24.

For more information, visit vettecityrollerderby.com.

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hat you may not expect when you walk through the door of Meraki Salon

and Spa is a gentle kiss from a rather large black and white dog named Rocky.

“He thinks he needs to greet everybody,”

salon

owner

Ashton

Anderson said.

Rocky is an 8-year-old pit bull mix and certified therapy dog that accompanies Anderson to work each day. While sitting in his wingback, decorative chair in the salon, Rocky provides comfort to Anderson as she copes with post-traumatic stress disorder and all others who enter Meraki.

Clients at Meraki may bring their own dogs into the salon as well.

Anderson,

27,

opened

the

fur-

friendly salon in November. When brainstorming names for her salon, Anderson said she wanted to go with something that had profound meaning and chose Meraki (pronounced mayBY CAITLIN ELL W GREEN

rah-kee).

“Meraki is a Greek word that means

you leave your heart and soul in the creativity of your work,” Anderson said.

Originally

from

Smiths

Grove,

Anderson found a passion for styling

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hair among her artistic talent. As a child, Anderson said she found that art, especially painting, came to her very naturally.

“I was also always the girl that braided everybody’s hair for sports and did their hair for prom and stuff like that,” Anderson said.

After graduating from cosmetology

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school and securing her first job, Anderson began saving

and can sit beside the styling chair or are small enough to

money to eventually open her own place.

be held, dogs are welcome at Meraki.

She said the current location for Meraki came available

As someone who experiences bouts of anxiety and panic

at just the right time.

attacks associated with PTSD due to childhood bullying,

“I was at a spot where I was ready to go out on my own,”

Anderson said she recognizes that many dogs, just like

Anderson said. “I was scared, but then my husband just

Rocky, have therapeutic benefits and she wants clients to

kind of pushed me a little bit. He said, ‘If you’re going to

feel comfortable at her salon.

do it, do it. It’s time.’ ”

Having worked in the beauty and hair industry for

the situation or even just try to console me,” Anderson

nearly seven years, Anderson is now a master stylist with

said. “He senses it and just helps me a lot.”

the dream of owning a cruelty-free salon fulfilled.

dyslexia.

Anderson said she only uses and retails Davines hair

“When I have a panic attack, he’ll pull me away from

When she was a child, Anderson was diagnosed with

products, which are cruelty-free, meaning the company

doesn’t test on animals.

school years,” Anderson said. “With that, came a lot of

Along with its cruelty-free and fur-friendly mission,

bullying.”

Anderson said she strives for her salon to have a free-

Anderson said she found a lot of comfort in animals

spirited vibe to it, which includes encouraging clients to

during her childhood, and recently her psychologist

bring their own dogs.

suggested certifying Rocky as a therapy dog to manage her

PTSD.

As long as they are leashed, get along with other dogs

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Anderson and her husband rescued Rocky almost

six years ago, right around the time she graduated from

Anderson’s client for about four years. Upon opening

cosmetology school.

Meraki, Anderson urged Jordan to bring her two rescued

Bernese mountain dogs to her appointments.

“It has absolutely been a blessing,” Anderson said. “I

Jordan, a 21-year-old Bowling Green native, has been

know some people probably think it’s silly since there’s

nothing physically wrong with me, but people do have their

Lady and Kylie.

issues that people don’t understand.”

Though Rocky has had his basic training to get his certification, all in all, Anderson said she believes his therapeutic and calming personality came naturally.

“It’s like he was created for me,” Anderson said. “Like it

was supposed to happen.”

Anderson said she used to be afraid to discuss her struggle with PTSD, but having Rocky has made it easier to talk about it and other mental health issues.

“After you experience it yourself, it opens a window, and

you want to bring awareness to the issue,” Anderson said.

“I used to be very embarrassed to talk about it, but as I’ve

Jordan said she gains a sense of peace around her dogs, “They definitely calm me down,” Jordan said. “When

I’m stressed out with school, the best thing for me to do is just come home. They always put a smile on my face.”

Bernese mountain dogs tend to have separation anxiety,

Jordan said, so having the ability to take them places, like Meraki, is ideal.

It’s nice being able to take them with me,” Jordan said.

“When I get my hair done, it takes two or three hours so I like being able to take them to the salon so I know they’re not at home worrying by themselves.”

Anderson said the Bowling Green community has been

gotten older I’ve realized that maybe if I’m open about it

very welcoming to her and seems to love animals and the

and show what I’ve done, maybe it can help others to heal

idea of a fur-friendly business.

and move on.”

“Have you ever met someone who loves animals and

isn’t a good person? It seems like people who love animals

From Chihuahuas to huskies, Anderson has seen many

dogs come through Meraki’s door already. She said she

are just really good souls.”

already has regular clients who bring their dogs, including

Meredith Jordan.

Suite D.

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BY ANN LEIGH TIPTON

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housands of commuters blow

for Research and Development in which

past a nondescript building on

the Accelerator is housed. “And we work to

Nashville Road daily, most likely

establish strategic partnerships to support

oblivious to the innovative business ideas

our clients by leveraging key local, regional

growing inside. The building, known

and state business development resources.”

to long-time residents as the “old mall,”

The Accelerator provides business

has for the last 13 years found new life as

with

the Western Kentucky University Small

environment, offering high-end office

Business Accelerator.

and light manufacturing space, along

a

cost-controlled,

professional

The Small Business Accelerator serves

with shared resources like conference

as an incubator—nurturing new and small

rooms and copy machines, a mentor

businesses by helping them survive and

network of experienced entrepreneurs and

grow through the difficult and vulnerable

connections to potential capital investors

early stages of development. Twenty-three

and community partners. The Accelerator

businesses are housed in the facility, and

also

others have graduated and moved into

consulting, as well as training and

their own facilities since the Accelerator

professional development opportunities.

opened.

“We want to create and support a

that the entrepreneur can leverage to

growth-forward entrepreneurial commu-

build and grow their business,” Hook said.

nity,” said Jeff Hook, director of the Center

“Our goal is to create an entrepreneurial

provides

business

development

“We put processes and tools in place

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ecosystem designed to support their needs. We are very

much customer-focused. Our job is to deliver real value to

on startup costs, allowing the company to grow at a faster

our customer, and we are constantly looking to expand our

rate than it probably would have without the resources the

value proposition.”

Accelerator provides.

Hook said potential clients can come to him with

nothing more than an idea, and staff within the Accelerator

Virginia and Ohio with plans to expand into Indiana in the

help them develop a business plan and get that idea off the

near future.”

ground. There is one criteria for seeking the incubator’s

assistance though. The business must be looking to expand

another added benefit.

into national and/or international markets.

interns and pull in that talent,” he said.

Commuters whizzing past might be surprised to learn

Gilbert said that decision helped the business cut down

“Our company is growing rapidly and is expanding into

Kalepis said the Accelerator’s association with WKU is “When we have specific needs, we can work with WKU

the Accelerator is home to businesses in a wide range of

The company specializes in network defense, cyber

fields—from marketing firms and light manufacturing to

assessments, penetration testing and security policy for

cyber security. The Accelerator has expanded four times

small to medium-sized manufacturers.

since its inception, growing from 13,000 square feet to

“Corporate espionage is a big thing,” Gilbert said.

45,000 square feet.

“People from all over the world are trying to hack into

Among its tenants is Blake-Philips, a company comprised

their network, and manufacturers and other companies

of a team of cyber security specialists who worked together

are struggling to protect their intellectual property. Our

for an electronic warfare company housed in the Accelerator

analyst trained in the Air Force, and we’ve all worked for

almost 10 years ago. That company provided live network

Army Research Labs. Now, we’re bringing that service to a

defense for the Department of Defense, and eventually

company with a (computer numerical control) machine so

graduated from the Accelerator program and moved its

that no one steals their trade secrets, and we’re scaling that

headquarters out of the facility. But a team of its employees—

service to keep the cost low for our clients.”

John Gilbert, Kellen Kapelis and Jim Ettinger—recognized

Although most companies have anti-virus software,

the business potential of offering a similar “human in the

Kapelis likened software to building a fence around your

loop” network monitoring service for small and medium-

important information. The fence works great—but fails if

sized manufacturing companies. Thus, Blake-Philips was

someone cuts a hole in it. Blake-Philips, on the other hand,

formed. When the company began in 2016, the men worked

works similarly to a security guard—constantly walking

out of their homes. By January 2018, their business had

the perimeter to ensure the fence is in working order and

outgrown the work-from-home model and was in need of

quickly fixing and reporting any breaches.

office space and a solid plan for developing and expanding

the business.

adapted machine, a human in the loop is the best way to

protect your network security,” Gilbert said.

The trio shopped around town for office space, but chose

“So long as the human brain is the most complex and

to come back to the Small Business Accelerator that had

Sometimes a hacking threat to a company’s network

helped their former employer get off the ground and grow.

security will call for the help of another Small Business

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JOHN GILBERT OF BLAKE-PHILIPS

Accelerator client, Millstone Labs, LLC. Millstone offers professional data recovery and cyber forensic analysis for private and government organizations in law enforcement. Blake-Philips will sometimes use Millstone Labs to recover deleted data or research the source of a hack attempt.

Gilbert said such networking relationships are a key component

to the program. It was especially helpful as the three were turning their idea into a real business proposition. The Accelerator connects clients to the Small Business Development Center and Center for Research and Development—also housed within the Accelerator.

Hook said the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce is another important strategic partner.

“When you are starting a new business, there is a lot of back office

work you need to do,” Kapelis said. “It’s helpful to have someone knowledgeable to answer all your questions. Miller (Slaughter) and the SBDC were invaluable.”

The Accelerator has graduated several successful companies from its program, including one of its first tenants, Bluegrass Supply Chain Services. John Higgins founded the supply chain company in 2002 and Bluegrass Dedicated in 2010, leveraging resources provided by the Accelerator. The combined companies are now worth more than $45 million and employ over 650 team members with multiple locations in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, Alabama and South Carolina.

RavenEye is another example of an Accelerator graduate. This

information security consulting company has locations in Bowling Green and Tampa, Fla. RavenEye is one of only about 30 companies recognized by Visa as qualified to handle security assessments for companies that do a large volume of business involving Visa transactions. RavenEye also provides vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, security risk assessments and security posture assessments.

The success of such companies is a boon to the local economy and

creates tax revenue for the city and county.

“The Accelerator creates jobs and opportunities in the community,” Hook said. “It’s also a retention tool. The jobs created by these companies are typically high-paying, so it’s creating an opportunity for our college graduates—our best and brightest—to stay in the community.”

And speaking of those college students, the Accelerator has

a student accelerator that provides free shared office space and resources for WKU students. The student accelerator is designed for student entrepreneurs like Robert Bowden who has used the facility to launch his vehicle customization business, Spartan 4x4.

“At any one time, we’re working with 10 to 20 student entrepreneurs,” Hook said. “And we’re giving them the same value proposition we do our startup companies.”

For more information about the Accelerator, contact Jeff Hook at

William.hook@wku.edu.

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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

W A R R E N C O U N T Y W AT E R D I S T R I C T

NO WIPES IN THE PIPES

WIPES 101: Educating the consumer

BY JOHN DIX

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ipes are not designed to be flushed! Flushing wipes can cause toilet overflows, expensive plumbing repairs and damage to septic systems, as well as clogged pumps and sewer systems, costing us all big bucks.

Even though many wipes indicate that they are biodegradable or can be flushed, the fabric does not break down fast enough. There are currently no legal requirements that a product must meet to be labeled as flushable, therefore the problem continues to increase for utilities and consumers.

As sales of wipes rise, utilities and customers are increasing spending on system repairs and plumbing problems. Toilet repair and drain cleaning can correct the problems caused by wipes, but will cost consumers lots of money and plenty of inconvenience. Not to mention the huge costs being endured by utilities to fix their sewer systems.

If your household is a regular user of wipes, here are some reasons why flushing these wipes will produce clogged drains.

Do Wipes Disintegrate?

Most brands of toilet paper, even ones that are of lesser quality, generally dissolve within 24 hours of being flushed. However, wipes have been found to be almost indestructible once flushed.

Wipes can stay fully intact within pipes and drains for weeks or even months, which usually leads to very large clogs forming due to constant buildup. To make sure this does not happen in your pipes, only flush toilet paper down the toilet and dispose of wipes in a trash can.

Wipes and Your Septic Tank

While wet wipes can cause plenty of damage to a plumbing system that is part of a utility’s water and sewer system, they can do even more damage to one that is not.

For people who use a septic tank, flushing wipes down the toilet is one of the worst things they can do to their home’s plumbing. This is because when the septic tank gets clogged, it will back up into the home, spilling sewage into the bathroom and creating a mess that smells terrible and costs hundreds or thousands of dollars to clean.

In some cases where the overflow is extremely bad, the septic system will need to be replaced.

Warren Water encourages everyone to be part of the solution and pledge to only tossing toilet paper down the toilet. Education is the key—share with friends and families!

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FUJI AVDIC

DARIUS BARATI

KYLE BAUMGARTEN

KATIE BEARD

JAMIE BIT TEL

IRENE BOAMAH

ELIZABETH BROWN

TELIA BUTLER

BROOKE CANARY

SHAUN CUMMINGS

MEGAN DAVIDSON

CHRISTINA DAWSON

KATIE ELLISON

BRIE GOLLIHER

L ANDON HAMPTON

LUCAS HUMBLE

JAMIE JARBOE

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ERIN L ANPHEAR

JACK LESIEUR

SHELLEY LOWE

CHAITU MALEMPATI

LINDSEY MCCL AIN

KENAN MUJKANOVIC

NICHOL AS NEWBOULD

GANER NEWMAN

ADAM NUSE

SARAH NUSE

CASSI NUSHART

JENNIFER OAKS

HEATHER O’BANION

ANNA MAE PARISH

HEATH RAY

ROSS RICHEY

MAT T SHEFFIELD

VIRGINIA SIEGEL

AURELIA SPAULDING

KYLE WOLZ

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2018 BOWLING GREEN LIVING 40 UNDER 40 HONOREES. The following 40 individuals were nominated for our 40 Under 40 campaign based on their leadership and potential to influence our community. Each nominee was recognized as hardworking, daring and innovative, going above and beyond to affect change in the workplace and in the community.

They are executives and directors of foundations and nonprofits. Teachers and physicians. Some are second generation business owners while others are entrepreneurs and pioneers. All are shaping the future of Bowling Green in their unique way.

Each nomination was carefully reviewed by an anonymous panel of judges. Final selections were made based on the nominee’s experience and contributions.

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SHELLEY LOWE, 38

MARKETING COORDINATOR, BOWLING GREEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES

ADAM NUSE, 37

GENERAL MANAGER, NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL CLUB

ALEX SMITH, 39 OWNER/ARTIST, THE A-FRAME

CALVIN HEAD, 30

TEACHER/COACH, BOWLING GREEN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Virginia Siegel has made a profound mark on Bowling Green through her work as a folklorist and historic preservation specialist. In 2015, Virginia was hired as the first full-time folklife specialist for the Kentucky Folklife Program at Western Kentucky University.

Her proudest accomplishment to date has centered on an oral history project with Bowling Green’s Bosnian-American community.

Selfless, driven and community oriented, Shelley Lowe graduated as valedictorian of the Barren County High School Class of 1998. She continued her hard work at Western Kentucky University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations in 2002.

Since 2008, Shelley has been the marketing coordinator at Bowling Green Municipal Utilities, where she serves as event planner for company events, designs and distributes company publications and communicates with customers through various media channels including BGMU’s website, print and radio advertisements, public service announcements, press releases, bill stuffers and social media.

Shelley is actively involved in her church, Broadway United Methodist, and many community organizations. She’s served on Kappa Delta’s House Corporation, Bowling Green Junior Woman’s Club, the CASA Board of Directors and has been an active member of the PTO at Potter Gray Elementary. She serves on Bowling Green Independent School District’s Community Advisory Committee and is an active member of PMA. Additionally, Shelley has been a Junior Achievement classroom volunteer since 2009, is a 2014 Leadership Bowling Green graduate and has been a South Central Kentucky Kids on the Block board member since 2014, where she currently chairs two fundraising events—Dash for Sheldon, a free kids run in Barren County, and Points for Puppets, a tennis tournament in its inaugural year.

Shelley and her husband, Bill, adopted their son in 2011. Davis is a heart transplant recipient, a stroke survivor and is on the autism spectrum. Shelley fundraises for the American Heart Association and has been active in LifeSkills Run for Autism events. She also served on the planning committee for the inaugural New Year’s Eve Gala to raise funds for the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex, which serves individuals who have special needs.

Virginia, the coordinator for the project, also served as the lead curator of the resulting exhibit, A Culture Carried: Bosnians in Bowling Green at the Kentucky Museum. Aside from her work with KFP, Virginia has served as a mayor-appointed member for the City of Bowling Green’s Historic Preservation Board.

Virginia also served as a member of the Bowling Green Noon Rotary Club. Virginia loves to volunteer where she can, and her favorite event is the City of Bowling Green’s New Americans Reception for new citizens.

Virginia is proud to call Bowling Green home.

VIRGINIA SIEGEL, 29

FOLKLIFE SPECIALIST, KENTUCKY FOLKLIFE PROGRAM, WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

CHRISTINA DAWSON, 32 OWNER/COO, SOKY JOBS

ELIZABETH BROWN, 30

TEACHER, BOWLING GREEN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Bowling Green is a better community because of Shelley’s giving spirit.

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JACK LESIEUR, 31

Brownsville native Jack LeSieur began as a collection’s manager at the Downing Museum in 2014 before being promoted to director in 2016.

DIRECTOR, DOWNING MUSEUM

At Western Kentucky University, he studied Interior Design and Anthropology as an undergraduate and focused on Folk Studies and Historic Preservation for his master’s degree.

He’s been a delivery driver, law runner, bartender, artist, musician—to name a few—and fell in love with museums when he got the chance to catalog and work with cultural objects. Through his work with the Kentucky Museum, he learned about working with children and adults in the museum setting.

“Seeing children inspired by history, art and music was a big driver for me,” he said.

He’s been praised for introducing innovate programming to the Downing Museum, including working with the Boys and Girls Club of Bowling Green to establish a quarterly art club.

All who work alongside Jack say he’s energetic and tackles projects at full-speed, always open to finding new solutions and bringing innovation to work.

“I really try to make the Downing Museum a place where anyone can enjoy themselves,” he said. “Implementing programming that allows people to work with their hands and create memories is the most valuable learning experience. I love being able to teach people, children especially, about how art can be a tool for self-expression, social change and therapy.”

He was deeply inspired by the late Jerry E. Baker, Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum founder, to always be unconditionally charitable.

“When I was a teenager, success most definitely meant money,” he said. “As I’ve grown older, success has evolved to mean generating happiness and positive change in the world. That is why I am so proud to work for a nonprofit charitable organization. Giving back is truly at the core of our mission at the Downing Museum.”

ERIN LANPHEAR, 34

OWNER, FAULKNER INSURANCE AGENCY

As a sole business owner of Faulkner Insurance Agency, Erin knows the importance of giving back to South Central Kentucky.

She is a member of the Realtors Association & Builders Association of Southern Kentucky and supports the Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky’s Women’s Fund, CASA of South Central Kentucky and the Nature Center at Lost River Cave.

A Bowling Green native, Erin graduated from Bowling Green High School. She attended the University of Kentucky and earned a degree in Business Administration, Marketing and played collegiate golf.

Erin started as an associate agent at Faulkner Insurance in 2009. “I was seeking a career where I could work with others and be a part of the community,” she said. She took over the role as principal agent in 2012.

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Erin is married to Brian Lanphear and has a dog and two cats. She enjoys spending time golfing, gardening, canoeing and being with family and friends.

Habitat for Humanity of Bowling Green is proud to recognize Matt Sheffield for his focused efforts and the dedication to our mission of building strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. As ReStore manager, Matt’s role in leading the ReStore team is crucial to our mission. He has served in this position since October 2016 and has broken the store’s all-time monthly sales record four times!

The team’s tireless efforts and the community’s generous donations of new and used household and construction items have fueled Habitat for Humanity’s work and made the dream of homeownership possible for homebuyers.

Thanks to Matt, his staff and the generosity of our community for building strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter in Bowling Green!

If you would like to support our work and Matt’s team with your donation of items for the ReStore, call 270-901-0150.

MATT SHEFFIELD, 29

RESTORE MANAGER, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF BOWLING GREEN

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KYLE BAUMGARTEN, 28

BANKING CENTER MANAGER, FIRST SECURITY BANK

As a banking center manager at First Security Bank, Kyle Baumgarten leads by example, always remaining positive and energetic. His colleagues say it’s impossible to be around Kyle and not be in a good mood.

He knows that if he wants his team to be the best, he has to motivate them, truly living out First Security’s mission of “Being the bank that’s got your back.” He loves his customers and does whatever possible to make sure they are taken care of.

Kyle is a proud Bowling Green native. He graduated from Greenwood High School and is pursuing his bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University with a focus in Organizational Leadership.

Kyle started his professional career as a store manager at Sprint Wireless where he ensured the store was a profitable and sustainable retail location. He then served as a store manager at Kirkland’s, providing leadership and managing store operations before returning to Sprint to serve as a the district manager, overseeing five retail locations across Kentucky. Before assuming his post at First Security, Kyle also served as the market manager for The Revenue Optimization Companies, where he oversaw 10 stores.

Kyle also takes time to give back to the community by teaching a financial literacy program at Warren County Regional Jail and devotes time and energy to Habitat for Humanity.

Apart from his career and community service, Kyle is a loving husband and father.

Brooke is an enthusiastic advocate for Bowling Green. Born, raised and educated here, Brooke is committed to bettering our community. Not only does she support her colleagues at JPS Wealth Advisors with professionalism and poise, she represents our vibrant city in that same way. She gives tirelessly to local organizations, including United Way, CASA and Junior Achievement, serving on boards and committees within those organizations, giving her time, helping raise funds and furthering the organizations’ goals. Brooke is active in Bowling Green Young Professionals and The Women’s Fund of South Central Kentucky. She embodies the spirit of “getting out what you put in” when it comes to this community and strives to make a positive and meaningful impact along the way.

BROOKE CANARY, 28

CLIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE, JPS WEALTH ADVISORS | HILLIARD LYONS

Brooke has proven to be an excellent team player and high performer in the fast-paced environment of wealth management. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate and Organizational Communications at WKU and, after serving a year at the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, went to work in financial services, first at Northwestern Mutual and now at Hilliard Lyons. She has also obtained industry-specific licenses and is working to obtain even more. She joined JPS Wealth Advisors, a top-performing team within the Louisvillebased Hilliard Lyons footprint in 2017 and thrives on surprising and delighting clients with exceptional service. Her experience, expertise and professionalism set her apart and are a tremendous asset to the Bowling Green area.

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NICHOLAS NEWBOULD, 26 IT SALES CONSULTANT, CORETECH

GANER NEWMAN IV, 31

DIRECTOR OF FORENSICS, WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

IRENE BOAMAH, 39

OWNER/PROGRAM DIRECTOR, KY STEPS

Village Manor’s executive director, Heather O’Banion, is motivated to create the best experience for the people she serves.

Originally from Campbellsville, Heather received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Campbellsville University and her master’s degree in Health Care Administration from Western Kentucky University.

She was led to her field, thanks to her grandparents.

“They were my role models when it came to life, family and work,” she said. “Though they didn’t live in a retirement community, I wanted to contribute to the health care field so that I can be a part of making life better for seniors. The elders of today paved the road for so many things that we tend to take for granted.”

CoreTech’s Nicholas Newbould is a dedicated employee and community-minded individual.

When he moved to Bowling Green from Rochester, N.Y., in 2015, he started working at Jos A. Bank. In six months he was promoted from assistant manager to store manager because of his strong leadership skills. He took the Bowling Green store from a mildly performing store to one of the top stores in the country.

Although he enjoyed management and working in men’s clothing, he took a leap and began searching for his dream job in 2016. He believes that when you do what you are passionate about, you can make the greatest difference in the world. He found that career at CoreTech in 2016 as an IT consultant. This position merged his love of sales with his love for technology.

Nick is driven by a desire to ensure every company has the best technology infrastructure available, so that businesses can meet their goals faster and easier. Nick cares about his clients and their business needs, and that dedication is reflected in the company’s 70 percent growth during his tenure at CoreTech.

Heather believes success is through exhibiting servant leadership with those she interacts with—employees, residents and families alike. Though that sometimes means putting in extra hours and extra effort, she believes at the end of the day it’s always worth it.

HEATHER O’BANION, 35 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, VILLAGE MANOR

JASON WOOD, 37

MANAGER, BOWLING GREEN HOME FURNISHINGS

Aside from his day job, he dedicates time to serving as co-chair on Bowling Green Young Professionals’ board of directors and as treasurer of Toast Masters International. He is also involved in various community organizations such as the Hope House, HOTEL INC and Crossland Community Church. In 2017, Nick was voted Young Professional of the Year for his involvement in the community.

Nick is always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need, whether it be a stranger, an elderly neighbor, friend or family member. Nick has a love for public speaking, finances, cutting-edge technology, travel, golf and business development. But above all, he has a passion to hold CoreTech’s core values of integrity, service, accountability and excellence. www.bgkyliving.com

KENAN MUJKANOVIC, 20

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, YOUNG VISIONARIES FOUNDATION

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LINDSEY MCCLAIN, 35 ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/MARKETING SPECIALIST, AMERICAN BANK & TRUST

Lucas Humble focuses his legal practice on business law at Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, P.S.C., the oldest general practice, full service law firm in Bowling Green.

Returning to Bowling Green after graduating law school was an easy decision for Lucas. He recognized Bowling Green as a thriving city and a great place to raise a family, and that has proven to be the case for Lucas, his wife Chelsea and their three sons. Lucas enjoys the contribution he and his law firm provide to community growth through representation of a wide variety of businesses and other clients.

Lucas has assisted businesses of various sizes at every stage, including helping organize new businesses, drafting and reviewing contracts, leases and employment agreements and representing both buyers and sellers in acquisition transactions. He appreciates the variety that his profession provides every day.

One of the firm’s founding partners told him when he first passed the bar that an attorney’s measure of success is how they apply themselves each day and put their learning into practice. As he applies this mindset each day he practices law, clients appreciate Lucas’ attention to detail, his responsiveness in communicating and his willingness to tackle challenging and complex legal issues.

A nature enthusiast and frequent hiker, Lucas was excited when an opportunity arose for him to join the board of directors for The Friends of Lost River, Inc., the nonprofit operating entity for Lost River Cave, where he now serves as vice president of the board. As with each of the attorneys at Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, P.S.C., Lucas believes that it is critical that professionals contribute their time and resources to worthwhile causes to better their city and community.

Bowling Green native Lindsey McClain graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts and is a graduate of the four-year U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management program.

As American Bank & Trust’s associate vice president of business development/ marketing specialist, Lindsey is responsible for all marketing and advertising including website, print, digital and social media along with customer retention and development.

Lindsey has a true heart for giving back and gives selflessly to serve on many nonprofit boards, including Junior Achievement of South Central Kentucky (board member, past board chair, executive committee member, past Golf Classic chair, special events committee member and classroom volunteer), United Way of Southern Kentucky (Handbags for Hope chairperson and committee member, allocations committee member, board member and Feed the Need and Day of Caring volunteer), Life’s Better Together (board member and LUCK event committee member), Operation PRIDE (past board member and past Run for PRIDE 5K chair) and March of Dimes (past Warren County committee member).

Lindsey also understands the importance of staying connected and building relationships in the community. Local networking and community organizations include Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green (past board member, club member, program co-chair, past public/media relations chair, past vice president and Thunderfest chair), Professional Marketing Association (member, past vice president of membership, past president and past Markie Awards committee member), Leadership Bowling Green (Class of 2012 graduate, class vice president, past program co-chair and current program chair), WKU Marketing Advisory Council (member), Bowling Green Junior Women’s Club (past member and past Coats for Kids committee member) and Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce (Small Business Committee and past Bowling Green Young Professionals member) Lindsey has received several awards, including Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green 2015 Distinguished Service Award, 2014 Kiwanian of the Year and 2013 Rookie of the Year; Professional Marketing Association 2013 Marketer of the Year; 2014 ATHENA Young Professional Award; 2014 Anne Grubbs Spirit of Service Award nominee, along with several Professional Marketing Association Markie Awards.

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LUCAS HUMBLE, 31

ATTORNEY, BELL, ORR, AYERS & MOORE, P.S.C.

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Dr. Jamie Jarboe goes to work everyday determined to make someone’s life better.

JAMIE JARBOE, 37

ONCOLOGIST, GRAVES GILBERT CLINIC

A physician in Graves Gilbert Clinic’s Oncology Department, Dr. Jarboe received her bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University before attending the University of Louisville for medical school and to complete her residency in Internal Medicine.

She has been a practicing oncologist since completing a Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Tufts Medical Center in Boston and became an associate professor of medicine immediately following.

Her passion for research and building relationships lead her to the field of oncology.

“Hematology is a bit like a puzzle, and it is satisfying to identify the dysfunctional part and try to get things working properly again,” she says. “Oncology patientphysician relationships can become intimate quickly, and I really enjoy taking this journey with patients and their families. The science is always moving and evolving, allowing us to frequently have new therapies to offer our patients.”

A Bowling Green native, Dr. Jarboe worked for local dermatologist Dr. Gordon Newell in high school and college. She joined the Graves Gilbert team in 2014.

“Dr. Jarboe is a wonderful colleague and partner to have,” says Vidya Seshadri, M.D., Graves Gilbert Clinic Oncology Department. “Her cheerful face, everready willingness to help and her kindness towards all, particularly to the patients, is infectious.”

Patients value her calm presence and unconditional approach to providing the best health care, serving as an advocate when she feels the standard isn’t high enough.

Apart from the physical and emotional demands of her profession, Dr. Jarboe is a devoted wife to another Bowling Green native, Christopher Jarboe, as well as mother to her three active daughters.

She serves on the Board of Directors for Hospice of Southern Kentucky and is a member of the Women’s Fund of South Central Kentucky.

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KYLE WOLZ, 27

DIRECTOR OF SALES, BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS

Kyle Wolz continues to develop into a tremendous leader in his work, volunteerism and as a member of our community.

He is a Western Kentucky University graduate and started with the Hot Rods as an intern, then seasonal assistant.

Kyle was hired full-time four years ago and has been promoted every year into new and more challenging roles.

Through Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kyle is a Big Brother and mentor, dedicated to meeting with his Little weekly, investing in his life and routinely checking in with his Little’s teachers to make sure he is improving. Kyle was recently voted to the role of membership chair for the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce’s Bowling Green Young Professionals. Within his role, he helps to attract and retain young professionals like himself to Bowling Green.

Kyle’s most dynamic asset is his ability to lead by example and train others. It is with his help that has assisted the Hot Rods into becoming a key community member and leader in Bowling Green.

“The flat path is easy, but for the inspired there is a spirit that kindles a desire to climb higher,” reads WKU’s website.

Aurelia Spaulding, communications and marketing coordinator in Western Kentucky University’s Division of Public Affairs, believes that we can make a difference through marketing, and good content contributes to someone knowing the information they need to choose their path to success—to climb higher.

In Public Affairs, Aurelia collaborates with academic and student affairs offices to develop strategies to support recruitment and make students aware of, understand how to utilize, and have the opportunity to take advantage of programs and services. She advocates for students and the awareness of resources that encompass their journey to the top.

Aurelia earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and a Master of Public Administration from WKU. She teaches leadership, university experience and social justice and serves as an advisor for Gamma Sigma Sigma National Service Sorority and Mt. Zion College Ministry.

Working collaboratively is a strength of Aurelia’s and that remains evident in her personal life.

As an Eleventh Street Baptist Church member, she co-leads Precious Praise. She serves as Light of Chance’s Board of Directors Chair and board member for Curbside Ministries and the Housing Authority of Bowling Green’s W.R.O.T.E. program. She also coordinates events and communicates information as a member of the NAACP, Black Leaders Advocating for Community and Sexual Assault Prevention Month planning committee.

Aurelia teaches outstanding young leaders in the WKU Center for Gifted Studies’ Super Saturday and co-founded Living as Leaders, a leadership program for girls in partnership with LIFE Mentoring Program. Aurelia organizes collection drives yearly. Recently, she sought support for a journal drive for Hope Harbor for sexual assault survivors. Thanks to generous supporters, more than 100 journals and $330 for clothing was collected.

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AURELIA SPAULDING, 39

COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING COORDINATOR, WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

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CHAITU MALEMPATI, D.O., 33 ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON AND SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIAN, MED CENTER HEALTH

As an orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine physician, Chaitu Malempati, D.O., is dedicated to his patients and to his community. He is part of the Medical Center Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine team that provided more than 400 sports physicals free of charge to area high schools last year. Dr. Malempati also serves as medical director for Western Kentucky Athletics and is head team physician. At the University of Kentucky, he serves as an assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He has boundless energy and always lends a hand wherever it’s needed. He is well-liked by patients and staff and is a highly regarded surgeon in our area.

ANNA MAE PARRISH, 33 SOCIAL WORKER, MED CENTER HEALTH

Everyone who has met Anna Mae, whether at The Medical Center at Bowling Green where she is a social worker, or when she worked with Uspiritus, an organization that works to provide hope to children with specific environmental, emotional and educational needs through its Therapeutic Foster Care, would all agree—her willingness to make it happen is at the heart of who she is. Most recently, her quest is to help families who are at the Ronald McDonald House, a situation she understands because she was there for months with a very sick newborn. Anna Mae’s name could be “Service”—she serves all who come in contact with her with an open heart and caring hands.

Jamie Bittel represents children as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. She makes sure each child’s needs remain a priority in an over-burdened child welfare system. She gathers information from the family and professionals involved in the child’s life. With this information, she can give independent and informed recommendations to help a judge decide what is best for the child. In addition, Jamie is vice president of communications for the Professional Marketing Association. Among her responsibilities is making sure area marketing professionals are connected with one another. Jamie is a graduate of WKU with a master’s degree in Healthcare Administration. As a marketing specialist with Med Center Health, she is responsible for social and digital media.

JAMIE BITTEL, 29

MARKETING SPECIALIST, MED CENTER HEALTH

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LANDON HAMPTON, 30 FOUNDER, WXORNOTBG

HEATH RAY, 33

REFUGEE PROGRAM COORDINATOR, COMMUNITY ACTION OF SOUTHERN KENTUCKY

Learning Swahili during his service with the Peace Corps in Tanzania proved beneficial to WKU graduate Heath Ray. In 2009, he began volunteering with the Swahili-speaking refugee community, offering assistance through multiple aspects of the resettlement process. In 2012, he became the refugee program coordinator at Community Action of Southern Kentucky. This role allows him to focus on supporting all area refugees in becoming self-sufficient through employment opportunities, while connecting area employers to hard-working and dedicated applicants. “It’s been a win-win for all involved,” Ray says about the hundreds of jobs he and his team have filled over the years.

SARAH NUSE, 38 CEO, TIPPI TOES DANCE

Darius Barati is a talented, Emmy-award winning television producer/director, dedicated community advocate and an avid supporter of the arts.

In 2014, he began production on the television series Lost River Sessions, which features emerging folk, bluegrass and Americana musicians. Filmed in a variety of local settings, the program explores the region’s storied music scene while showcasing the uniqueness of the area. The show airs nationally on multiple PBS member stations and has received six Emmy awards. Darius has earned four Emmys.

In 2016, LRS launched into a radio program on WKU Public Radio and a live concert series in downtown Bowling Green.

Darius truly embodies the WKU PBS mission of public service by actively mentoring the student production crew working on LRS. He provides valuable training and takes the time to educate, encourage and celebrate each student’s contributions— inspiring the next generation of talented, engaged citizens.

DARIUS BARATI, 34

PRODUCER/DIRECTOR, WKU PUBLIC BROADCASTING

Megan Davidson serves as the minister of Community and Formation at Broadway United Methodist Church. She goes above and beyond to fulfill her calling of encouraging the people around her everyday.

Every week she volunteers as a chaplain at HOTEL INC, where she listens, laughs, cries and spends time with those in our community experiencing homelessness.

She gives time to the Young Enough to Serve Ministry (for individuals age 55 and up) at Broadway so that they feel heard and are known on a deeper level.

Megan attends conferences in other cities to bring back ideas and plans to make Bowling Green a better place for all. She even organized a local Q Conference to start conversation in our city about issues such as diversity, supporting refugee neighbors and housing affordability.

She also helped organize a women’s conference completely led by Bowling Green women, bringing in an out-of-town guest speaker to encourage and uplift women.

Megan helped start a local chapter of Building Better Moms, where she connects community leaders with local moms. From pediatricians to selfhelp businesses like Be Happy Yoga & Salt Cave, moms are introduced to community members or other moms going through similar experiences.

Megan also started a Facebook page and soon-to-be blog called “The Possible Life,” to share hope and love to women struggling with everyday life. Each day she posts encouraging quotes and recipes, while authentically sharing her struggles and experiences as a mom.

With her humble nature, she is not one to shout her accomplishments from the rooftops; however, she is changing the world as she invests in others.

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MEGAN DAVIDSON, 33 COMMUNITY & FORMATION MINISTER, BROADWAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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Katie Beard truly exemplifies Bowling Green.

KATIE BEARD, 32

WEALTH ADMINISTRATOR, WEALTHSOUTH

A graduate of Bowling Green High School and Western Kentucky University, Katie joined the WealthSouth team as a wealth administrator in May 2017 after a storied career in finance and marketing.

Throughout her career, she has been employed by well-known companies such as Independence Bank, Wells Fargo Advisors and Med Center Health.

A Bowling Green native, Katie’s commitment to this community is unmatched. Her community involvement includes Junior Achievement, Women’s Fund of South Central Kentucky, Bowling Green Country Club, Alpha Delta Pi, Governor’s Post Secondary Education Nominating Committee, Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, WKU Alumni Association and president-elect of the WKU Young Alumni Council.

What separates Katie from many others is she doesn’t just put in the required hours; she takes on a leadership role and makes an impact to the cause with her ideas, time and professional guidance.

When Katie joined the WealthSouth team, her presence was felt almost immediately.

The WealthSouth home office is located in Danville and after only having been on the team for a few months, she was invited to participate in the inaugural class of the firm’s Women’s Leadership Group. Through her involvement, Katie demonstrates her leadership abilities and proves that she wants to make a difference in everything she touches.

“Katie and I served on the Bowling Green Country Club Board of Directors together,” said WealthSouth colleague Brandon Neal. “I was impressed with her knowledge, her patience and her ability to work with others while not always coming to the same conclusion. As I was going off the board, Katie was the incoming president and only the second female president of the club’s more than 100 years in this community.”

Katie has one goal for her community and for her professional life: to make Bowling Green a better place for everyone to live and work. She does not just hope for this to happen; she takes on matters where she can roll up her sleeves and participate in the work that is required to see those goals become a reality.

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JENNIFER OAKS, 37 SALES MANAGER, LIBERTY IMAGING

Jennifer Oaks is dedicated, driven and determined to make each task a success.

SHAUN CUMMINGS, 32

Coworkers say her marketing strategy is top-notch. She is consistently the No. 1 producer in sales volume for the company and maintains the most profitable office. Her communication skills and relationships with clients are an example to new team members company-wide.

TELIA BUTLER, 28

Jennifer is a leader committed to growing a strong team. In less than two years under her leadership, Jennifer and her staff were awarded Office of the Year in 2017. Awards include the People’s Choice Award, Employee of the Year, 2017 Marketer of the Year by the Professional Marketing Association and 2018 Young ATHENA by the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce.

Jennifer also willingly gives her time and resources to South Central Kentucky Kids on the Block and Crime Stoppers of South Central Kentucky.

Apart from her demanding career and community service, Jennifer is a dedicated mother to daughter Riley.

WORSHIP PASTOR, UNLEASH CHURCH

DIRECTOR OF SALES, COURTYARD MARRIOTT

A passionate Bowling Green native, Telia displayed early leadership as a competitive jumper on Natcher Elementary’s Jumpin’ Jaguars. She explored the community as a Talisman staffer and graduated WKU with bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and History. Telia began her career in public relations at Lost River Cave and the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. A Leadership Bowling Green graduate and Map Dot, Kentucky crew member, she shares local history on WNKY’s Throwback Thursday segment.

Now director of sales at Courtyard Marriott, Telia serves on the Professional Marketing Association board and is a member of the Kentucky Travel Industry Association, Public Relations Society of America and Bowling Green Area Lodging Association.

FUJI AVDIC, 27 CEO, STRYKER LOGISTICS

Katie Ellison is a doer. For the last nine years she has tirelessly driven the National Corvette Museum forward with innovative ideas, successful marketing strategies and a can-do attitude. Her wide range of skills and commitment to do her best at everything she sets out to achieve is what makes her an integral component of the Museum.

As Marketing and Communications Manager, there is never a dull day and no one day the same as the other. From managing the production and distribution of all necessary print materials to coordinating media exposure, social media and so much more, there is something new and exciting around the corner of each new day.

Nothing can shake her resolve. Not even a massive, Corvette-crushing sinkhole. When this now world-famous natural catastrophe came upon the NCM she embraced the attitude shared by everyone at the Museum.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Through the chaos that followed, she navigated the storm of media flooding Bowling Green with a level head and calm perspective. Big or small, whatever is thrown at her, this is her approach.

As well as her role at the NCM, Katie is heavily involved in various capacities with many local, regional and national organizations and associations. A few of them include the Bowling Green Area Lodging Association, the Professional Marketing Association, Rotary Club and the Kentucky Travel Industry Association.

Her most important responsibility though is being mother of two wonderful children who inspire her and drive her to be her best daily.

Along with this, Katie also enjoys spending time with her husband, Adam.

Katie Ellison, with her fresh perspective and forward thinking, is helping breathe new life into the almost 25-year-old Museum, keeping it poised and ever-ready for the future ahead.

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KATIE ELLISON, 38

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, NATIONAL CORVETTE MUSEUM

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ROSS RICHEY, 34

PRESIDENT, LAWTON INSURANCE

With a true heart and vision for our community, Ross Richey is the president of Lawton Insurance, whose goal is to uphold a hometown quality of service.

In his career, he has purchased and acquired nine insurance agencies and updated them with the needed modern technologies.

While getting his degree at Western Kentucky University, Ross worked as an intern under Lawton’s previous owner.

“It was a gift to be mentored by such a great gentlemen and teacher,” Ross said. “What I learned was something no one could ever get in school: real world business ethics and how to treat people the old-fashioned way—with respect and honesty.”

In 2013, Ross purchased the old Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce building on State Street, spearheading the renovation and bringing the corporate headquarters of Lawton Insurance to downtown Bowling Green.

Today, Lawton Insurance has provided thousands of Kentuckians with affordable insurance coverage and unparalleled customer service. Offering individual and commercial options, Lawton is dedicated to providing solutions at an affordable price and forming relationships built on trust and confidence.

In December 2015, Ross and his brother, Blake Richey, purchased Ironwood Farm, extensively remodeling the barn to transform it into an event venue. The Farm is scheduled to host more than 20 weddings in 2018. Ross and Blake hope that Ironwood is a facility that many locals and nonprofits take advantage of and take pride in. Ross took over the historical residence on the property, originally built

by U.S. Sen. Joseph Underwood in 1852.

The house was later owned by the Garvin family, who founded Camping World.

Today, the house is listed in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.

Ross’ work stretches far beyond his business ventures. He was recently president of the Young Agents of Kentucky and has served on several national insurance councils and advisory boards.

He and his parents attend First Baptist Church. Ross places great pride in extended learning and has obtained several educational designations including Certified Work Comp Advisor and Accredited Advisor of Insurance.

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BRIE GOLLIHER, 32 OWNER, THE PIE QUEEN AND BOYCE GENERAL STORE

Known famously as The Pie Queen, Brie Golliher is a hardworking creative, dedicated to her craft and community.

She and her husband, Brad, purchased Alvaton’s historic Boyce General Store in 2012, giving Brie a place to live out her passion of baking. They transformed the small grocery and deli into a restaurant that serves authentic comfort food, attracting locals, tourists, farmers and business professionals.

Through local partnerships, she has created a brand loved and respected by many, also taking her talents outside of Bowling Green to sell her products at major grocery brands and teach baking demos in New York City.

While Brie is a small business owner, most importantly, she is a mother and wife, always making time for her family.

Boyce General Store and The Pie Queen have been featured in Southern Living, USA Today, Country Living and Garden & Gun, along with regional shows and cookbooks. Find out more about The Pie Queen of Bowling Green at burgerandpies.com

PHOTOS & RECIPE BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

These tasty popsicles are the perfect way to cool down this summer! Not only are they an easy healthy snack, they're completely customizable for the pickiest of eaters. All you need is a popsicle mold, sticks, your favorite fresh fruit and a liquid to hold it all together!

1.) Start by cutting up your favorite fruit. Juicier fruit (like berries) typically work best.

2.) Fill your popsicle molds with the chopped fruit. Fill them up as much as possible for the prettiest pops.

3.) Pour your favorite liquid into the mold to hold the pop together.

5.) Freeze overnight.

In addition to managing multimillion dollar real estate business, SKY Property Management, Cassi is a Junior Achievement volunteer, treasurer of St. Joseph’s School Board Association, graduate of Leadership South Central Kentucky and former Alpha Omicron Pi advisor. She holds a Certified Apartment Manager designation from the National Apartment Association, is a member of the Greater Nashville Apartment Association, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and is completing her GRI designation and obtaining her principal broker license.

More Tips: To easily release your popsicles from the mold, try running the mold under hot water for about 10 seconds.

Some great fruit options are: • Mixed berries • Peaches • Watermelon • Mandarin oranges • Kiwis • Pineapple • Grapes

“She empowers me, as well as the other women she leads, to achieve both personal and professional goals and is truly an emerging leader in our community,” one of her colleagues said.

Some great liquid options are: • Apple juice • Orange juice • Lemonade • Limeade (juice) • Coconut water (pictured) • Yogurt (for a breakfast pop, try sprinkling granola at the base of the pop before freezing!)

Cassi also recently joined the team at The Spot as a Level I AntiGravity fitness instructor teaching Aerial Yoga.

During recent natural disasters, she put her life and family on hold to diligently work to provide housing for as many as she could.

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4.) Use your mold to guide your popsicle sticks into place, before placing the filled mold into the freezer.

Cassi Nushart is a highly self-motivated individual who demonstrates excellence as a leader and a woman in the workforce.

In every endeavor, Cassi Nushart goes above and beyond.

Simple Summer

CASSI NUSHART, 30

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, SKY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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Try some of these great flavor combinations!

• Frozen fruit salad (pictured). A mixed variety of fruits with coconut water.

• Chunks of strawberries in pink lemonade • Lemons and cucumbers in coconut water • Watermelon and kiwi in limeade

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SUMMER SHOPPING: COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET

Nothing says summer quite like a trip to the farmers market.

With summer vacation days and kids out of school, what better way to soak up all the local goods Bowling Green has to offer than at the Community Farmers Market?

CFM has about 40 vendors selling fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, milk, cheese, bread, wine, dog biscuits, olive oil, coffee, herbs, ice cream, BBQ, prepared foods, handmade items, cut flowers and so much more.

Thanks to its climate-controlled building at 2319 Nashville Road, the CFM is able to stay open year-round, allowing Bowling Green residents to shop local products and produce even during the cooler months. In fact, CFM was the first local, indoor year-round farmers market.

In 2011, a small group of farmers, artists and community leaders banned together to form CFM with two goals: 1) to create a market owned and operated by farmers and small business owners who understood the needs of their customers and 2) to build a better, year-round food system that was inclusive of lowincome households.

“We were the first market in Kentucky to launch a Double Dollars program for supplemental nutrition programs and have mentored other markets across the state,” said Michelle Howell of Need More Acres and one of CFM’s founding members.

The Market offers Double Dollars for SNAP benefits, WIC and Senior Farmers Market vouchers and Big Red Dollars and recently launched a Shop with a Dietitian program, where visitors can stop by between 9 and 11 a.m. to chat with a registered dietician and sample unique veggies.

“Our ever-growing outreach efforts have become a model that other markets across the country duplicate,” Howell said.

“Our Saturday shopping experience includes everything our customers need to cook healthy, wholesome meals at home.

Many of our customers rarely shop at a grocery store because they can get everything they need at CFM.” New to shopping at the farmers market? Stop by the Market booth in the middle of the Market to chat with a smiling volunteer ready to help you get started.

CFM is open Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 to 6 p.m.

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SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY CULTURAL CENTER

Experience the wonder of Australia without ever leaving the state.

In 1990, Bill Austin and his wife Judy, an Australia native, opened Kentucky Down Under, slowly adding peacocks, bison, kangaroos, wallabies, owls and more.

200 West Water St., Glasgow, KY

Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday Step into the past in this amazing museum packed with two floors of local history exhibits housed in the 1929 Kentucky Pants Factory building. Exhibits focus on the history of the five-county region known as the Barrens, including Barren, Metcalfe, Monroe, Hart and Allen counties.

The first floor depicts early settlement with a Native American rock shelter, a smoke house and a cabin. For young visitors, the Kids Corner is an area where children can explore a simulated pioneer cabin setting. The 1910 REO Roadster and the Spirit of the Barrens plane that hangs from the ceiling in the lobby intrigue visitors of all ages.

The second floor begins with an extensive military exhibit with artifacts from the Civil War forward. Continue to see life depicted in the Victorian era, a one-room school, a kitchen from the 1940s, a turn-of-the-century town square and a general store.

Visit the Mary Bridges Jones Genealogy Library to peruse historical documents, newspaper clippings and more, located on the first floor behind the painted tile map of Kentucky. The Art and Antiques Gallery located in the adjacent building is also part of the South Central Kentucky Cultural Center and sells local art and antiques to help support the museum.

Admission is free.

JACKSON’S ORCHARD

1280 Slim Island Road, Bowling Green, KY Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday-Saturday

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For more than 50 years, the Jackson family has provided fresh, local food and a place to make amazing memories with friends and family. This year-round working farm is open from mid-April to November. The Orchard is well-known for its retail Apple Barn, an open-air shop that houses fresh produce, including apples, peaches, potatoes, strawberries, tomatoes and more, along with locallymade jams, preserves, dips, salsas, sauces and baked goods.

The Orchard’s playground is a popular spot among young visitors. There is a small fee to visit the playground which goes toward upkeep and safety of the play area.

No trip to Jackson’s Orchard is complete without a visit to the concession stand, which typically opens around July 4.

During the summer, choose from fried apple and peach pies, homemade peach and vanilla ice cream, apple cider slushies, peach, apple and zucchini muffins, chocolate, caramel and peach sundaes and peach salsa.

The Orchard also hosts birthday parties and group outings.

KENTUCKY DOWN UNDER 3700 L and N Turnpike Road, Horse Cave, KY

Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week

Visitors can choose from the Adventure Zoo, home to many unique animals such as bison, alligator, coatimundis, gray wolves, owls, fainting goats, donkeys, pythons, dingoes, cockatiels, parrots, lemurs, lorikeets, emus and more. The Adventure Zoo is also home to the Fudge Factory, Bird Garden, Land of Lories, Outback Walkabout, Woolshed, the Outback Cafe and Gem Mining.

Also on-site is the Mammoth Onyx Cave, one of the most beautiful and accessible caves in the U.S. The Cave was discovered in 1799 and opened to public tours in 1922. Visitors will marvel at the intricate onyx formations, stalactites, stalagmites and other formations created by water and time.

FALLS OF ROUGH RESORT 57 Jennie Green Road, Falls of Rough, KY

Lafayette Golf Club open seven days a week Just an hour north of Bowling Green, Falls of Rough Resort is ideal for a weekend getaway. The Resort offers beautiful and unique lodging options, including rooms in the Bed and Breakfast and riverfront cabins.

Also on the property is Lafayette Golf Club, which covers 250 acres alongside lakes and rivers on the historic property.

Opened in May 1997, the course offers superior golf for all levels of play. Five tees on each hole vary the course from 4,200 to 6,900 yards with the layout design incorporating both links and wooded styles. Lush Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens are surrounded by Kentucky bluegrass rough.

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affordable, family-friendly things to do this summer

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Splash in the spray park.

Enjoy a family picnic.

Let the kids loose at Circus Square Park to play in the fountains.

Choose from one of the area’s dozens of parks to set up for a summertime picnic.

Make a slip’n slide in your yard.

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Make a scavenger hunt.

Use items you can find in the park or your backyard.

Themes could be letters A to Z, flowers or colors.

3 Visit the library.

Create a list of books that have won medals or awards.

Visit the library throughout the summer and try to read as many as you can.

4 Park at Lost River Cave and bike the Lost River Cave Greenway Hiking Trail.

Forget dinner.

Set up an ice cream buffet instead!

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12 Set up a lemonade stand.

Use balloons leftover from birthday parties to cool off from high temps.

Use the proceeds for another summer adventure or encourage your child to donate the money to a local charity.

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13

Hit up the drive-in.

Volunteer at the Bowling GreenWarren County Humane Society.

Grab blankets, snacks and an old radio and head down 31-W to the Franklin Drive-In.

9 Plant a garden.

Take a family bike ride.

5

Have a water balloon fight.

An old tarp and a water hose is all you need!

Call ahead of time and see if they are low on any supplies.

14 Do a walking tour of downtown.

Help your kids create their own flower or vegetable garden. Share your bounty with friends, family and neighbors.

You’ll see so much more of your great city by foot rather than car.

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Feed the ducks.

Play flashlight tag.

Save stale bread and take it to Basil Griffin Park to feed the ducks and fish.

Use flashlights and your backyard to encourage a little family competition.

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CONUNDRUM WORKSHOP 1901 Russellville Road, Bowling Green, KY

Reservations are recommended. Walkins welcome but availability cannot be guaranteed.​ Take a break from the heat and put your mind to work! Conundrum Workshop offers escape games where a team or group of people is locked in a themed room with only one hour to escape. The team must work together to find hidden objects, clues, codes, riddles and puzzles to solve challenges that reveal keys or combinations to various locks—all within the room. A staff member monitors the entire game and sometimes offers a clue if a team is having trouble moving forward.

Choose from themes such as Bomb Squad, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Bank Robbery and Jail Break Haunting.

It’s perfect for date nights, groups of friends, team building or just getting the family out of the house for the evening.

LOST RIVER CAVE 2818 Nashville Road Bowling Green, KY

Visitor Center and Gift Shop open 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. seven days a week. Cave Boat tours start at the top of each hour from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week.

Explore Bowling Green’s very own natural wonder at Lost River Cave.

The Cave Boat Tour begins with a leisurely stroll in the valley as your guide shares the tale of the blue hole and disappearing Civil

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War soldiers. Once you’ve reached the entrance to the cave, you’ll board Kentucky’s only underground boat tour, where you’ll glide under the famous wishing rock and touch the cool limestone ceiling before the passage opens into a cathedral-like cavern.

After your tour, hike through the peaceful trails lined with trees, water holes and rock formations.

Lost River Cave recently opened its Flying Squirrel Zipline, where you’re able to fly through the treetops and zip over the valley’s largest blue hole.

NATIONAL CORVETTE MUSEUM

350 Corvette Drive, Bowling Green, KY Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day Bowling Green is the only place in the world where Corvettes are made.

Experience the thrill of America’s sports car at the National Corvette Museum,

conveniently located off Interstate 65.

Apart from the tour, visitors can get behind the wheel of a C6 Corvette and pilot it around a virtual racetrack with the Corvette Simulator.

Guests may also go on guided tours at no additional cost.

During the summer, guests may take a three-mile loop in a 1966 Rally Red Convertible 327, 1979 Corvette Red Coupe or 2003 50th Anniversary Convertible for an additional $20.

When planning your trip, most visitors allow one to two hours for their visit to the Museum. Of course, Corvette car buffs may want to plan on spending a bit more time.

For the truly adventurous, the NCM Motorsports Park, located one mile from the Museum, offers the chance to get behind the wheel of a Corvette, Camaro or Go-Kart.

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS 300 E. Eighth Ave., Bowling Green, KY

For schedules and tickets, visit milb.com/bowling-green.

There is no greater family night in Bowling Green than a trip to Bowling Green Ballpark to watch the Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Hot Rods hit the scene in 2008 and have been a go-to family destination ever since, with themed nights such as Hall of Fame Night, Bootlegger Night, Pink Out the Park, What Should’ve Been Night, 2 MILLIONTH FAN Night, Mini Night, Margaritaville Night, Local Matters Night, What We Were Night: Tribute to the Catfish and Septembeer.

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TOURISM HELPS DRIVE LOCAL ECONOMY CVB works to promote region to visitors

BY BETH NOFFSINGER BOWLING GREEN AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

R

esidents of Bowling Green and Warren County have a little more money in

their wallets each year because of tourism.

In

fact,

in

2017,

Warren

County

households paid $1,036 less in local and state taxes because of the revenue generated in the community by visitors’ spending, according to a report by Certec Inc. that was commissioned by the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet.

“It’s the amazing attractions, lodging,

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restaurants and retail that help attract so many

itinerary—especially when they decide to make the

tourists to Bowling Green and Warren County

trek to Lost River Cave. It’s going to be an exciting

each year,” said Vicki Fitch, executive director of

summer at Lost River Cave with the addition of the

the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors

Flying Squirrel and Lightning Bug Ziplines.

Bureau. “Many of our partners are family-owned

and/or small businesses who really benefit from the

affordable getaway, where they might include

visitors who come to our region each year.”

Chaney’s Dairy Barn, Jackson’s Orchard, Beech

Bend Amusement Park or the Historic Railpark &

Bowling Green’s diverse, affordable offerings

Families enjoy visiting Bowling Green as an

are what make it such a desirable attraction. Many

Train Museum as part of their trip.

visitors are Corvette fans who are drawn to town

The CVB promotes Bowling Green as a

by the National Corvette Museum and Motorsports

destination to visitors around the country. Our

Park. Other car enthusiasts and racers come to

group sales and sports sales directors attend trade

Bowling Green for the first time to attend or

shows where they work to bring conventions, sports

participate in one of the many drag races and car

tournaments and other events to town that will put

shows at Beech Bend Raceway annually.

heads in beds at our local hotels.

Mammoth Cave National Park is internationally

The marketing director and public relations

known, and many of our visitors learn about Warren

manager

County when they are planning their trips to the

advertising, social media, VisitBGKY.com and

national park and make Bowling Green part of their

media pitches in other regions of Kentucky and

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targeted markets around the United States. The

CVB has garnered media coverage of Bowling Green

annually and are available for groups upon request.

and its attractions in a variety of publications and

websites, including Forbes.com, Southern Living

website where it is easy to search for activities

and USA Today.

taking place on specific dates. While on the website,

“The caliber of tourism partners in Bowling

Green makes our jobs at the CVB exciting,” Fitch said. “Our visitors experience the outstanding hospitality our local entities provide, and many make return trips over the years.”

The CVB also offers a free hospitality class

called “B.G. V.E.T.T.E.” (Very Enthusiastic Travel

V.E.T.T.E. classes are scheduled a few times The CVB offers a calendar of events on its

you can sign up for the weekly What’s Happening newsletter to know what’s going on that specific week—a valuable resource for locals and visitors, alike.

As the Kentucky Department of Tourism says, Tourism Works for Kentucky. Not only does

and Tourism Expert) for employees of any business

it generate revenue that saves taxpayers money;

that might interact with visitors. We give class

it also creates jobs across the Commonwealth—

attendees an overview of the tourism offerings in

including 4,607 jobs in Warren County in 2017.

the region, as well as tips on how to interact with

Local tourism entities also create a better quality of

visitors to help them have an enjoyable experience.

life for residents, too.

Beth Noffsinger is public relations manager for the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. To learn more about the CVB, visit VisitBGKY.com or download the VisitBGKY app from the App Store or Google Play. Follow the CVB at @VisitBGKY on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. You can reach Beth at beth@visitbgky.com or 270-782-0800.

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Film Review:

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE

BY ELLIOT HYMAN

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ust about everyone in this area of the country has heard the song “I Can Only Imagine” somewhere, in

some form. In Bible Belt America, this song by Christian rock group MercyMe is a favorite among worship pastors, a mainstay of Christian music stations and a commonlyperformed piece by country and gospel bands.

Fortunately, this life and relationship can now be experienced by anyone, through the lens of cinema.

I Can Only Imagine is a strong example of how a film with

With over 2.2 million copies sold, Almost There (the

a religious message can have very broad appeal. On first

album which features “I Can Only Imagine”) is one of the

glance, the movie is a touching film about the transformative

best-selling Christian albums ever, and “Imagine” is the

power of God to evoke drastic change in even the most

best-selling Christian single of all time. However, even in

wicked of men. However, there is another story which takes

the face of this double-platinum track, the most impressive

a back seat for most of the film, but is no less inspiring and

thing about “Imagine” has very little to do with sales and

powerful. This story is that of Bart Millard, the frontman

popularity, and everything to do with the lifetime and

and vocalist for MercyMe, and the writer of the titular track,

strained relationship that inspired its creation.

“I Can Only Imagine.” Millard’s story is one of incredible

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strength and determination, and alongside his deep

seated faith, this determination allowed him to overcome

in the cathartic joy as Millard overcomes these terrible

crushing adversity, myriad disappointment and years of

scars and goes on to pen the song after which the film is

domestic abuse in order to achieve his greatest dream.

Played by J. Michael Finley, the character of Millard

is realistically portrayed in a way that makes him entirely relatable and believable. The scenes chronicling

Finally, as the film nears its end, viewers can share

named.

Overall, I Can Only Imagine is a great inspirational film which demonstrates both the infinite power of

Millard’s abusive relationship with his alcoholic father

faith to redeem the wicked and the sheer resilience of

are fittingly nerve-wracking, as Dennis Quaid’s high-

humanity. It celebrates that which is greatest about all

strung screen presence leaves viewers tense, anxiously

of us: the desire to be better and the wisdom to seek

on edge for the next explosion of anger and violence.

out the means to do so. Millard’s story is about more

The intensity of these scenes begins to put the viewer in

than a song; it is a testament to determination, a tale of

Millard’s shoes and makes us skeptical, even a little bit angry, as Millard’s father eventually expresses his desire to change and live life differently. It’s this act of putting the viewer in the mindset of Millard that lets the viewer

redemption and of loss.

Christians and non-Christians alike can find something inspirational and joyful in this story, and if

share, even just a little bit, in his feelings and conflicts as

you need a pick-me-up or a little ray of hope in your life,

he struggles with the darkest experiences of his past.

find time to see this film. You won’t be disappointed.

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THE

FINE ARTS BISTRO // PHOTOS BY KATIE STARKS

GETAWAY

w o g s a l G n i 36 HOURS

BY SARAH BISHOP

T

he quintessential small town, Glasgow sits about 40

throw your empty peanut shells on the floor. Choose

miles east of Bowling Green. A quick trip down the

from a variety of steaks, chicken, salads and more.

Cumberland Parkway will land you in the heart of

cave country surrounded by historic homes, buildings, museums, unique eateries and a charming downtown.

Friday

7 p.m.

After dinner, head over to the Historic Plaza Theatre, a restored 1930s movie house that now hosts plays,

5 p.m.

national tours, local performance groups and a film

Start your weekend at a Glasgow favorite: Colton’s

series. The theatre’s architecture, including the seats,

Steakhouse & Grill, where you can kick back, relax and

are original to its early 20th-century beginnings.

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Saturday 9 a.m.

A Saturday in Glasgow begins at the Fine Arts Bistro with coffee and a simple, yet oh-so-satisfying breakfast.

Carefully crafted, fresh roasted coffee might be hard to find in small Kentucky towns, but here, it’s an art form.

For breakfast, try the buttery blueberry pancakes, veggie omelet or sourdough French toast. For accomodations, stay in the overnight loft upstairs.

10 a.m.

Just a short drive south, spend your morning at Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese, a 200-acre dairy farm in southeast Barren County. Here, discover the quality of authentic, artisanal, hand-crafted cheese made from fresh milk and natural ingredients.

Noon

ANNIE’S COUNTRY COOKING

History nuts will want to hit up the South Central Kentucky Cultural Center located just a block from Glasgow’s downtown square. Exhibits span two floors featuring displays from 12,000 BC to frontier days to the Civil War to Desert Storm. For those who love research, the Mary Bridges Jones Genealogy Library houses family history books, census and marriage records and more than 80 years of newspaper archives.

2 p.m.

A day of exploring will surely stir up an appetite.

PLAZA THEATRE

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FINE ARTS BISTRO

BRIGADOON STATE NATURE PRESERVE

Annie’s Country Cooking offers true, Southern, no-

mature woods and old fields bordering the backwaters of

frills goodness like country fried steak, yeast rolls, green

Barren River Reservoir.

beans and mashed potatoes—all served on a paper plate.

If you’re feeling BBQ, grab a tray at Rib Lickers Smoke

7 p.m.

Shack and walk through the cafeteria-style line for ribs,

A busy day calls for a nice dinner at Anna’s Greek

pulled pork, brisket and all the sides your heart desires.

On select nights, pull up at one of their picnic tables for an evening of live music.

Restaurant, renowned for authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Peruse the gourmet spot’s exquisite wine collection and choose from Greek, Italian, German, French or Turkish entrees.

3 p.m.

A trip to Barren County isn’t complete without soaking in the beautiful outdoors, regardless of time of year. Part of

Sunday

the Green River Valley, Mammoth Cave National Park is

11 a.m.

the world’s longest known cave system, with more than

As your trip comes to a close, your last stop should be

400 miles of explored caves. Hop on a variety of tours or

Kanha Kafe, specializing in a unique assortment of

walk the miles of trails on your own. Or, visit the lesser-

Asian food from spicy Thai noodles to a warm bowl of

known Brigadoon State Nature Preserve for 181 acres of

pho to chicken stir fry with Jasmine rice.

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RIBLICKERS SMOKE SHACK

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THE

STYLE

Early 2000s home gets a

bright, crisp makeover

BY SARAH BISHOP

S

tep into interior designer Liz Bradley’s home and you’ll be

The home’s entrance is grand, setting the scene for the

met with soft neutrals, tall ceilings and intricate molding.

rooms to come. To the right of the foyer is Liz’s office. She’s the

But the Fountain Trace home hasn’t always been so easy on

owner of three businesses, Lulu’s Fine Home Furnishings and

the eyes. Originally built in 2000, Liz and her husband Chris

Consignments, Little Lulu’s and Lulu’s Interior Design, so this

purchased the home in 2017, with a hefty-sized renovation set

is the space that she naturally spends the most time.

before them. The house was marked by dated materials and a

dark, late-90s color palette, but as a designer, Liz is trained to

“Let’s face it, when paying bills and responding to numerous

see past a home’s flaws and through to its core.

emails, it’s nice to have an area that is at least calming to the

eye.”

“We chose this home 24 hours after finding out that the

“I needed it to be a clean, crisp and calming area,” Liz says.

home we had planned on buying had fallen through,” she says.

“It was a heart-breaking experience, and a tough decision had

serving as the backdrop to her glass-top desk. What’s most

to be made quickly. We ended up with this one knowing that it

striking in the office is a stack of Martha Stewart Living

had the bones but just needed some TLC.”

magazines, which Liz has been collecting since high school.

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The walls are a simple off-white, with neat gold frames

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She’s saved every issue and got the idea

hides.”

to repurpose them as a table years ago

when she was newly-married and funds

designs from Pinterest, other homes,

for a side table were limited. Now, the

nature and magazines.

magazines serve as a plant stand and are a

subtle nod to her humble beginnings and

inspire a whole room for me.”

innate passion for design.

Venture deeper into the heart of

challenge in their remodel was the floor

the home to find the open living room

plan for the basement.

and kitchen, with the perfect amount

of

grasscloth

one huge area with hunter green walls

wallpaper, marble countertops, brass and

and a staircase dropped in the middle,”

glass globes, acrylic chairs and a velvet

Liz says.

sofa. Anywhere else, this combination

might seem busy, but here, it’s possible

defined living spaces like a kitchen, a

because of the lack of bright colors—the

bedroom with its own laundry room

materials are all neutral and fit together

and en suite bathroom, living area, craft

in harmony.

room, home gym and tons of storage.

mixed

materials

like

“My personal style is very subtle and

She says she gets inspiration for her

“Just a single piece of furniture can By far, the couple’s biggest design

“When we moved in, it was literally

They transformed the space by adding

“The space was there; it just needed

simple,” Liz says. “I like muted colors

to be mapped out.”

like gray and white, and mixed materials

like brass, pewter, clear acrylic and animal

home design and gift store Werner-Lowe

Liz opened Lulu’s after working at

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“Just a single piece of furniture can inspire a whole room for me.”

- LIZ BRADLEY

for several years. She said many women would come to

often seen in her work in the homes of others.

Werner-Lowe to redecorate their homes, frustrated that

there wasn’t a simple way to consign high-quality decor

room is to invest in the rug, the window treatments and the

they no longer wanted.

light fixtures,” Liz says. “When you walk into a room your

“I thought Lulu’s would be a great way to fill that

niche.”

Lulu’s specializes in consignment for high-end home

goods, with a creative mixture of new, updated items such as lighting and chandeliers.

“The best advice I can give my clients when starting a

eye naturally scans from floor to ceiling. So, if you get those three elements right, the rest usually falls into place. Once the room is complete, I like to stand back and see if there is anything that can be or should be edited. It’s like the rule of

Many of the items in Liz’s home are a direct reflection

jewelry. When you’re completely dressed and accessorized,

of her style and her store: storied pieces rich in history,

stand back, look in the mirror and take one accessory off.

paired with a sharp, modern edge. This juxtaposition is

The same goes for a room.”

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THE

DISH

GOURMET HOT DOGS

Let’s be frank. The same ol’ ketchup and mustard can get pretty boring. Spice up your summer cookouts with fancy salsas and gourmet toppings.

with watermelon orzo salad

PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY KATIE STARKS // CORAANDLOUISE.COM

GRILLED PINEAPPLE AND ONION

• Fresh pineapple • Large sweet onion Preheat grill to mediumhigh heat. Chop pineapple and onion into large bite-sized pieces and place on skewers to grill. Place skewers on grill and turn occasionally until they develop grill marks and are fully cooked. Remove from grill and let cool. Chop into smaller pieces and place in a small serving bowl.

Serve pineapple and onion on top of grilled hot dog on a toasted bun.

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CREAMY COLESLAW AND DILL PICKLE SPEAR

• One pound red or green cabbage (about 1/2 medium head), shredded (about 6 cups) • 1 large carrot, peeled and shredded • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 small onion, minced • 1/2 cup mayonnaise • 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar • Black pepper • Dill pickle spears

Toss the cabbage, carrot and salt in a colander and set over a medium bowl. Let stand until the cabbage wilts and drains, at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.

Rinse the cabbage and carrot under cold water. Press, but do not squeeze to drain; pat dry with paper towels.

Combine cabbage, carrot, onion, mayonnaise, celery seeds and vinegar in a medium bowl. Toss to coat and season with pepper to taste. Serve chilled. Can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days.

Serve slaw and a pickle on top of grilled hot dog on a toasted bun.

WATERMELON ORZO SALAD

• 1 cup uncooked orzo • 2 cups fresh watermelon, seedless, diced • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil • 1/2 cup basil, fresh, thinly sliced • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground • 1 teaspoon table salt Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Stir in orzo and return to a boil.

Cook until done, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Drain orzo and rinse under cold water.

Allow to drain completely. Once orzo is cool, toss with remaining ingredients in a serving bowl.

CHARRED CORN SALSA • • • • • •

5 ears of corn on the cob 3 jalapeño peppers 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped Zest and juice of 1 lime Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush corn and peppers with the oil and place vegetables over the grill,

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turning occasionally until they develop grill marks and are fully cooked. Remove from grill and let cool.

Peel the skins from the peppers. Finely chop the peppers and corn and combine with onion, lime zest and juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.

Serve corn salsa on top of grilled hot dog on a toasted bun.

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THE

SCENE

ATHLETICS For Bowling Green Hot Rods information, call 270-901-2121 or visit bghotrods.com.

All games take place at Bowling Green Ballpark.

PHOTO BY STEVE ROBERTS

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS FORT WAYNE TINCAPS

June 21-24 | Thur.-Sat. 6:35pm, Sun. 2:05pm

July 28-31 | Sat. and Mon. 6:35pm, Sun. 2:05pm, Tues. 12:05pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS SOUTH BEND CUBS

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS SOUTH BEND CUBS

July 4 | 6:35pm

Aug. 4-6 | Sat. 6:35pm, Sun. 2:05pm, Mon. 12:05pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS KANE COUNTY COUGARS July 11-13 | 6:35pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS QUAD CITIES RIVER BANDITS July 14-16 | Sat. 6:35pm, Sun. 2:05pm, Mon. 12:05pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS WEST MICHIGAN WHITECAPS Aug. 8-10 | 6:35pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS RODS BASEBALL VS LANSING LUGNUTS Aug. 21-23 | 6:35pm

BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS RODS BOWLING GREEN HOT RODS BASEBALL VS LAKE COUNTY BASEBALL VS GREAT LAKES LOONS CAPTAINS July 25-27 | 6:35pm

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RECREATION

CHAMPCAR ENDURANCE SERIES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS June 16-17 NCM Motorsports Park

Visit motorsportspark.org/events.

AMRA SUMMER SHOOTOUT RALLY & DRAGS June 22-24 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

VETTE CITY ROLLER DERBY June 24 and Aug. 19 | 6:30pm Bowling Green Skate Center

Visit vettecityrollerderby.com. $5. Free for children 10 and under.

BEAVER TUESDAY NIGHT STREET DRAGS June 26; July 3, 10, 17 and 24; Aug. 14 and 28 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

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O’REILLY SATURDAY NIGHT GRUDGE RACING June 30 Beech Bend Raceway

CAMAROFEST 8 July 13-14 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

Call 270-781-7634 or visit camarofest.org or beechbend.com.

NHRA SUMMIT ET SERIES

CAR CRAFT SUMMER NATIONALS

July 1, 15, 22 and July 29; Aug. 5 and 19 | 11am Beech Bend Raceway

Visit hotrod.com.

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

July 20-21 Beech Bend Raceway

QUICKFUEL TENN-TUCK BRACKET BASH

USA/ASA 14U CLASS “A” GIRLS FAST PITCH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

July 5-8 Beech Bend Raceway

July 22-29 Michael O. Buchanon Park

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

Visit gfp.tournamentusasoftball.com.

SOUTHERN KY TEAM PENNING

SUPERCAR REUNION

July 7 and Aug. 4 | 11:30am-8pm WKU Ag Expo Center

July 26-28 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-745-3976 or visit wku.edu/expo.

Call 270-781-7634.

O’REILLY SATURDAY NIGHT GRUDGE RACING July 28 and Aug. 18 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

BLUEGRASS CLASSIC AMHA MINIATURE HORSE SHOW July 28-29 WKU Ag Expo Center

Call 270-745-3976 or visit wku.edu/expo.

THE DANCHUK TRI-FIVE NATIONALS Aug. 9-11 Beech Bend Raceway

Visit thetrifivenationals.com.

NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES Aug. 23-26 Beech Bend Raceway

Call 270-781-7634 or visit beechbend.com.

Note: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, all information is subject to change. Please call ahead to verify dates, times and schedules. If you would like your event included in the next issue of Bowling Green Living, please email sarah@tannerpublishing.com.

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CULTURE

SOKY MARKETPLACE NIGHT MARKET June 28, July 26 and Aug. 30 | 3-8pm SoKY Marketplace Pavilion

Call 270-202-0256 or visit sokymarketplace.org.

BOWLING GREEN NIGHT MARKET June 30, July 28 and Aug. 25 | 4-9pm Stadium Park Plaza

Visit bgnightmarket.com.

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH ARTHUR HATFIELD AND BUCK CREEK June 30 | Noon Fountain Square Park

JAKE OWEN LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WHATCHA MAKE IT TOUR June 30 | 7:15pm Bowling Green Ballpark

Visit bghotrods.com.

PHOTO BY NCM MOTORSPORTS PARK

SONGWRITER ROUNDS: STEVE DEAN, HISTORY OF THE HILLTOPPERS SCOTT SOUTHWORTH & DAN MODLIN MUSICAL GROUP July 9 Lost River Cave

Reserve seats at 270-782-5263, danmodlin@hotmail.com or lostrivercave.org.

MACRAME WALL HANGING THUNDERFEST WITH LIVE MUSIC 10 | 2pm and 6pm FROM TYRONE DUNN AND KINFOKE July Warren County Public Library, July 3 | Gates open 4pm National Corvette Museum

Visit bgkiwanis.org. $20 per carload

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH THE GET DOWN July 6 | 7pm Circus Square Park

TANYA TUCKER July 7 | 7pm SKyPAC

Call 270-904-1880 or visit theskypac.com.

Call 270-991-5113 or visit facebook.com/theaframebg.

SUMMER KEEPSAKE MAGNETS July 9 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org.

Registration required.

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Call 270-782-0252 or visit warrenpl.org.

CLOWN COLLEGE July 18 | 4-6pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Bob Kirby Branch

Ages 7-16. Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org. Registration required.

CLOWN COLLEGE

OPEN MIC NIGHT POETRY READING WITH TRISH JAGGERS & ADRIAN SANDERS

Call 270-782-0252 or visit warrenpl.org. Registration required.

July 11 | 3-5pm Warren County Public Library, Smiths Grove Branch

Ages 7-16. Call 270-563-6651 or visit warrenpl.org. Registration required.

July 19 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org.

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH ERNIE CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH THE SMALL BLUES BAND FRONTIER BAND July 13 | 7pm Circus Square Park

THE MINKS, ASTRONOMY CLUB AND TELEFONES ACRYLIC PAINT POUR WORKSHOP July 7 | 8:30pm The A-Frame

July 17 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Bob Kirby Branch

July 14 | 10am-Noon Kentucky Museum

Call 270-745-2592 or visit wku.edu/kentuckymuseum. Registration required.

RED RIVER FIDDLERS July 16 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org.

July 20 | 7pm Circus Square Park

TIM MONTANA IN CONCERT July 20 | 7-10pm The Warehouse at Mt. Victor

Call 270-904-6677 or visit warehouseatmtvictor.com. $15

TIE-DYE FUN July 21 | 2-3pm Warren County Public Library, Smiths Grove Branch

Call 270-563-6651 or visit warrenpl.org.

Registration required.

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SUMMER KEEPSAKE MAGNETS July 23 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Smiths Grove Branch

Call 270-563-6651 or visit warrenpl.org. Registration required.

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH ANDY TRAVIS TRITT June 16 | 7:30pm AND THE ROCKERS SKyPAC July 27 | 7pm Circus Square Park

Call 270-904-1880 or visit theskypac.com.

INTO THE WOODS

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH BUELER’S DAY OFF

JULIANNA & KATHERINE IN CONCERT

July 27-29; Aug. 4-5 Van Meter Hall

July 23 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Call 270-904-1382 or visit bgonstage.org.

Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org.

FREE! BOWLING

DISCOVER MAMMOTH CAVE

Aug. 3 | 5-8pm Downtown art galleries

July 24 | 2-3pm Warren County Public Library, Main Branch

Visit bggalleryhop.com.

Call 270-781-4882 or visit warrenpl.org.

BLUEGRASS BIGFOOT HUNTER: CHARLIE RAYMOND July 24 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Bob Kirby Branch

GREEN GALLERY HOP

Aug. 17 | 7pm Circus Square Park

BATTLE OF THE BARNES PODCAST Aug. 18 | 7pm The A-Frame

Call 270-991-5113 or visit facebook.com/theaframebg.

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH TYRONE DUNN AND KIN-FOKE CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH 24 | 7pm JORDAN ALLEN & THE BELLWETHERS Aug. Circus Square Park Aug. 3 | 7pm Circus Square Park

FREE! SOUTHERN

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH FAT BOX

GOSPEL AT ITS BEST

Aug. 25 | 7pm SKyPAC

Call 270-904-1880 or visit theskypac.com.

Aug. 10 | 7pm Circus Square Park

24TH ANNIVERSARY CORVETTE CELEBRATION

PICKIN’ ON THE PATIO WITH LIVING HOPE BAND

Aug. 30-Sept. 1 National Corvette Museum

Aug. 11 | 5:30-8:30 Boyce General Store

Visit burgerandpies.com.

WAITING FOR GODOT BY SAMUEL BECKETT

RED RIVER FIDDLERS

FREE! BLOCKBUSTER

Call 270-904-1382 or visit bgonstage.org.

July 26 | 6-7pm Warren County Public Library, Bob Kirby Branch

Aug. 11 | 6pm Bowling Green Ballpark

CONCERT IN THE PARK WITH DIZZORDERLY CONDUCT

Call 270 842-4281 or visit commed.us.

Aug. 31 | 7pm Circus Square Park

Call 270-782-0252 or visit warrenpl.org

CLOWN COLLEGE July 25 | 4-6pm Warren County Public Library, Bob Kirby Branch

Ages 7-16. Call 270-782-0252 or visit warrenpl.org. Registration required.

Call 270-782-0252 or visit warrenpl.org.

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BALLPARK

AT THE

Visit corvettemuseum.org.

Aug. 30-Sept. 1 Gaslight Theatre

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HEALTH & FITNESS

HOSPICE RACE ON THE RIVER FEST June 16 Phil Moore Park

Call 270-535-2744 or visit hospicesoky.org.

MUD HAPPENS RACE FOR FAMILY ENRICHMENT CENTERS Aug. 25 Phil Moore Park

Call 270-781-6714 or visit mudhappensfec.com.

FAMILY

“THE HOUSE AT POOH CORNER” FOUNTAIN SQUARE PLAYERS June 28-July 1 | Thurs.-Sat 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm Phoenix Theatre

Call 270-782-3119 or visit fountainsquareplayers.org.

ICE CREAM & A MOOVIE: SPACE JAM June 29-30 | Begins at dusk Chaney’s Dairy Barn

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Visit chaneysdairybarn.com.

ICE CREAM & A MOOVIE: PADDINGTON 2 July 13-14 | Begins at dusk Chaney’s Dairy Barn

Visit chaneysdairybarn.com.

ICE CREAM & A MOOVIE: CARS 3 July 27-28 | Begins at dusk Chaney’s Dairy Barn

Visit chaneysdairybarn.com.

ICE CREAM & A MOOVIE: BOSS BABY Aug. 10-11 | Begins at dusk Chaney’s Dairy Barn

Visit chaneysdairybarn.com.

JUNIOR NATURALIST PROGRAM: BENEATH THE WATER Aug. 18 | 10am-Noon Lost River Cave

Call 270-393-0077 or visit lostrivercave.org.

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