Now
Kids Camps Registrations Underway
Lots of Summer Camps are being offered. Scroll down to the Planning Ahead section of this column for full details.
Now
Summer Reading Program Registration
Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis St.
The Summer Reading Program is simple: read books and earn prizes. Program registration is now underway and participants have until July 31 to collect prizes. Just stop by the library to sign up for the program and any of the events you wish to attend. As always, library programs are offered free. For more details, call 6524-4312.
Every Thursday
Aerobics
10- 11 a.m.
Metropolis Community Center, 900 W. 10th St.
April Reed, instructor. No charge. 618-524-1696.
Every Thursday
Metropolis Rotary Club
Noon-1 p.m.
Farley's Cafeteria, Metropolis.
Club meets weekly to discuss service projects.
Thursday, May 23
Young Elks Club
3-4:30 p.m.
Metropolis Elks Lodge, 104 W. 4th St.
Any young person ages 12-20 years, is welcome to join the Young Elks. The group plans and hosts various events to help out in the community. For more information contact Patty Henry at 404-683-2616.
Every Thursday
Wine Tasting at Pasta House
5-8 p.m.
The Pasta House Co., 451 Jordan Dr., Paducah, Ky.
Local celebrity bartenders and friends assist with wine tastings.
Every Thursday
Line Dancing
6 p.m. - Beginners class
7 p.m. - Intermediate and couples class
American Legion Hall, 423 Legion Dr., Paducah, Ky.
Night Moves Dance Club offers line dance lessons every Thursday. For information call 270-442-3186 or 270-554-1486. $4 admission charge.
Every Thursday
Washer Pitching
Evenings, weather permitting.
Carrell Park, Girl Scout House, 1230 E. 7th St.
For more information, call 618-524-2087.
Every Thursday
DivorceCare
6:30 -8 p.m.
Life Church Eastland, 716 E. 3rd St., Metropolis
This free support group focuses on help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. All are welcome. For more information contact Shawn Casperson at 618-524-1062.
Every Friday
Strong for Life
10-10:30 a.m.
Happy Hearts Senior Center, 701 Market St., Metropolis
This free exercise class is open to anyone over 60 years of age. Exercises use elastic bands to strengthen legs and arms and to increase balance and stamina. Most exercises are done sitting down so if you can sit you can exercise! For more information contact Cynthia Conder at 524-9755.
Every Friday
Fantastic Fridays
6-8 p.m.
The Pasta House Co., 451 Jordan Dr., Paducah, Ky.
Enjoy musical entertainment by local artists. The Pasta House also offers wine tastings of wines made in Southern Illinois and Western Kentucky.
Friday, May 24
Movies in the Park - Diary of a Wimpy Kid
At sunset
Fort Massac State Park.
Community members are encouraged to take part in the free event every other Friday through Oct. 25, with the exception of no movies in June. Movies will begin at sunset or when the screen can be fully visible. In the event of rain, no rescheduling of the evening will occur. Metropolis Movies in the Park is free to view, but please do not forget to support local fundraising efforts through concession sales. Guests are encouraged to pick a spot in the grass, enjoy the concessions and relax as the movies plays.
Every Friday
Paducah International Raceway Racing
4445 Shemwell Lane, Paducah
Late-model stock and sprintcar racing Friday nights April through September.
Friday, May 24
Cribbage Night at Glisson Vineyards
6 p.m.
Glisson Winery, 124 Market House Square, Paducah
Enjoy a relaxing evening of cribbage playing and wines in the Winery Tasting Room.
Sat.-Sun.,May 25-26
Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
& Historic Courthouse Tours
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thebes Historical Courthouse
100 Fifth St., Thebes, IL
Memorial Day Celebration: Country and gospel music from noon to 4 p.m. Tours of the historical courthouse, built in 1848, will be offered. BBQ sandwiches, desserts and drinks and more. For more information contact Thebes Historical Society on Facebook.
Every Saturday
Metropolis Farmer's Market
West 6th St across from Hardee's in Metropolis.
Saturday, May 25
Memorial Day Service
10 a.m.
Mounds City National Cemetery, in Pulaski Co.
This elaborate service consists of the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, lowering of the Flag, Invocation, Civil War Re-enactors, Guest Speakers, Laying of the Wreath, Benediction, rifle and cannon salute, and Taps. 618-748-9041.
Every Saturday
Beer and Wine Tasting
4-6 p.m.
Wagner Wine & Spirits, 2700-B New Holt Rd., Paducah, Ky.
Wagner Tastings are a great way to try new beer and wine. A gourmet cheese or dip is also featured. For more information call 270-448-5108.
Every Saturday
Live on Broadway - Arts, Rhythm & Dinner
6-9 p.m.
Broadway, Downtown Paducah, Ky.
Live entertainment, fine dining, shopping, horse-drawn carriage rides and featured every Saturday evening. For more information, call 270-444-8649.
Sundays
Visit BEElieve page for more Church Listings
Sunday, May 26
River Day at Land Between the Lakes
11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Nature Station
Several special programs are planned for the day: Gentle Giants - Alligator Snapping Turtles, River Critters, Wetland Snakes and Sunset Canoe Trip.
Sunday, May 26
Metropolis City Pool Free Swim Day
Noon-5 p.m.
312 W. 4th St., Metropolis
This is opening day for the summer season and a free swim day. Regular hours and cost for the pool will be: Mon – Sat, Noon- 5 p.m.; Sundays, 1-5 p.m. $1.50 Admission - 5 years and under, Free. Passes are available for: Individual, $25; Family, $20 per person living under same roof. For more information call 524-2609.
Every Sunday
Celebrate Recovery
1-3:45 p.m.
Eastland Life Church, 716 E. 3rd St., Metropolis
Lunch is served at 1 p.m. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program for hurts, habits and hang-ups. Child care can be available if arranged in advance. For more information, call 618-638-5841.
Sunday, May 26
Sunday Super Supper
5-6 p.m.
First United Methodist Church, 100 E. 5th St., Metropolis
A free hot meal will be served for the working poor, homeless and needy in Massac County. A bag of groceries for each family unit will also be available to take home. This supper will be provided most months on the last Sunday of each month. In case of a holiday, call church at 524-9345 to confirm date. For more information contact Joann at 524-9325.
Monday, May 27
Metropolis City Pool Open
Mon – Sat, Noon- 5 p.m.
Sundays, 1-5 p.m.
312 W. 4th St., Metropolis
$1.50 Admission - 5 years and under, Free. Passes are available for: Individual, $25; Family, $20 per person living under same roof. For more information call 524-2609.
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day Murph
9 a.m.-Noon
Super City Boot Camp, 214 W. 7th St., Metropolis
This workout is designed to honor those military members who have fallen. The "Murph" consists of 1 mile run to start, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats and one mile run to finish. Registration is free, but donations will be accepted for the Wounded Warrior Project. Sign up at www.supercitybootcamp.com.
Monday, May 27
At the Rivers Ministries Free Hot Meal
5 p.m.
Dorothy Miller Park, E. Front Street, Metropolis
At the River Ministries will be serving a hot meal on the 4th Monday of each month to anyone who has a need. The meal will be followed by a time of worship and distribution of gifts. If the weather is bad, the meal will be served at Eastland Life Church, 716 E. 3rd, St.. If you would like information on volunteering, please call Dan Haun at 618-638-6901.
Every Tuesday
Massac County Commissioners
8:30 a.m.
Massac County Courthouse, Superman Square, Metropolis
County board of commissioners meets each Tuesday to discuss business of the county. Meeting is open to the public.
Every Tuesday
Aerobics
10-11 a.m.
Metropolis Community Center, 900 W. 10th St.
April Reed, instructor. No charge. 618-524-1696.
Every Tuesday
Bridge
10 a.m.
Carrell Park, Girl Scout House, 1230 E. 7th St.
For more information, call 618-524-5125.
Every Tuesday
Metropolis Kiwanis Club
Noon-1 p.m.
St. Paul Lutheran Church, 6th and Ferry streets, Metropolis
Club meets weekly to hear presentations and discuss service projects. Meetings are free.
Every Tuesday
Karate
4 p.m.
Metropolis Community Center, 900 W. 10th St.
Brian Green, instructor. $35.00 per month. 618-524-1696.
Every Tuesday
Yoga Class
6 p.m
Glass Chiropractic and Wellness Center
727 E. 12th St., Metropolis
Classes conducted by Tonya Bell. Cost is $15 per month. Please bring your own mat. For more information, call 524-3768.
Tuesday, May 28
El Tequila Fundraiser for
Metropolis Heart Walk
5 p.m. until close
El Tequila Mexican Resturaunt, 1407 E 5th St., Metropolis
10% of the proceeds will be donated to the American Heart Association. For more information contact Shandy Brown at handy@zbrowntechnology.com. The Heart Walk will be held June 22 from 8 a.m. - Noon at Fort Massac State Park. $25 registration fee includes a free t-shirt.
Tuesday, May 28
Metropolis City Council
7 p.m.
Upstairs in council chambers at City Hall
105 W. Fifth St., Metropolis
Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Meeting is open to the public.
Wednesday, May 29
Time Management & Productivity
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Business & Industry Training Center
Shawnee Community College, 8364 Shawnee College Road, Ullin
Personal time management skills are essential for professional success. This workshop will help with motivation, delegation, organization and crisis management. Participants will earn 0.5 credit hour and may qualify for 6.5 CEU/CPDU. Cost is $55 and includes materials and lunch. For more info, contact Gabriele Farner at 618-643-3254. Register by May 22.
Every Wednesday
Bridge
Noon
Carrell Park, Girl Scout House, 1230 E. 7th St.
For more information, call 618-524-5125.
Every Wednesday
Weight Watchers
5 p.m.
Holiday Inn, Metropolis
Weigh-ins begin at 5 p.m. with the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Call 800-651-6000 to confirm meeting time and place.
Every Wednesday
Youth Meeting & Praise Worship
5:30 p.m. - Youth
6:30 p.m. Praise Worship
First Christian Church, 4th and Catherine streets, Metropolis
Every Wednesday
Youth Basketball
6-7:30 p.m.
Community of Christ Church
1309 Commercial Park Rd., Metropolis
Community of Christ Church offers an open gym every Wednesday evening. Youth Peacemakers Basketball is open to youth ages 10 and up as well as young adults. For more information, contact Gordon Ashley at 270-556-4825.
Every Wednesday
Centershot
6 p.m.
Seven Mile Baptist Church, 2513 Ill. 145 Rd., Metropolis
All ages are invited to join in learning the skill of archery. Centershot is held inside the Fellowship Hall so the weather has no effect. Weekly competitions will be held for children and adults. For more information contact Pastor Justin B. Reynolds at 618-921-8442.
Every Wednesday
Awana
6:30-8 p.m.
Waldo Baptist Church, 6970 Waldo Church Rd., Metropolis
Awana program is open to children ages 2 years - 6th grade. Children may register at the Church on Wednesday evenings.
Every Wednesday
GriefShare
7 p.m.
Waldo Baptist Church, Metropolis
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. GriefShare is led by David Atwell, Worship Leader & Administrative Pastor for Waldo Baptist Church. For more information please call the Church at 618-564-2180.
Wednesday, May 29
Menopause The Musical
Four Rivers Performing Arts Center
Downtown, Paducah, Ky.
May 31-June 2
Street Rods in the Park
Noble Park, 2915 Park Ave., Paducah, Ky.
The annual event features unique and colorful displays of over 400 pre-1949 modified cars from across the United States. Hosted by River Tin Street Rods. For information, call 270-554-2975.
Saturday, June 1
2nd Annual Spokes for Stroke Bike Tour
Registration starts 7 a.m., tour starts at 8 a.m.
Baptist Health Imaging Center, 2705 Kentucky Ave., Paducah, Ky.
Baptist Health Paducah will host its annual Spokes for Stroke bike tour to raise stroke awareness, along with funds for life-saving technologies and expanded stroke care services. The bike tour offers 10, 35 and 65 mile rides. All rides will be followed by support vehicles. Helmets are required. A 1-mile walk/ride on the Greenway trail, beginning at Noble Park, also will be available for stroke survivors, families, friends and caretakers for a donation. Registration at www.active.com is $25 for individuals, $40 for couples and $50 for family of four. For more information, phone (270) 575-2851.
Saturday, June 1
Taste of Tunnel Hill Trail Bike Ride
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Vienna City Park, Vienna
Event offers trail rides from 16-95 miles from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A wine and food festival will be held from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Ride registration is $25 before May 25, $30 after May 25. Register online. May also register from 6-8 p.m. May 31 at U of I Extension Office, 205 East Main Vienna or Saturday 7-8 a.m. June1 at the Park. Children under 14 are free with adult. Registered entry fee includes: event bag, chance for attendance prizes. Early registration includes commemorative t shirt.
June 1
River-To-River Trail Society Guided Hike
10:00 a.m - National Trails Day (Saline County). Meet at Tecumseh Statue, Saline County Fish and Wildlife Area.
The River-to-River Trail Society hosts guided hikes in about the Shawnee National Forest. Sturdy shoes are recommended and hikers should bring their own water and snack. No dogs are allowed. For more information, call Eric Johnson at 618-499-2337 or Gillum Ferguson at 630-357-9651.
Saturday, June 1
Children's Day on the Farm
1-4 p.m.
Land Between the Lakes Homeplace, Golden Pond, Ky.
Just like in 1850, this afternoon children will learn to do 1850 farm chores and earn credits for their hard work. Later, at the end of their visit, children can visit Children’s Day General Store and trade credits for 1850 type goodies. $5/$4. Includes HP admission. For more information, call 800-LBL-7077.
June 2-5
Vacation Bible School- Kingdom Rocks
5:15 p.m. - meal
6-8 p.m. - Bible School
First United Methodist Church, 5th & Ferry, Metropolis
Four days of bible lessons including Queen Esther, King David, Nehemiah and King Josiah. There will also be games, fun experiments, crafts and music. A small meal for students and volunteers will be held from 5:15 pm till 5:45 p.m. each day. The public is invited to bring their children from Kindergarten thru Sixth Grade to explore God's word and have fun. Our volunteers are all "safe sanctuary" trained and have completed background checks. There is no charge for the school, but donation are welcome. For more information contact Dena Hopkins at 618-524-9325.
PLAN AHEAD
for these Upcoming Events ---
June 3-4
Junior Cheerleading Summer Camp
11:30 a.m.
Massac County High School
$40.00, includes T-shirt. Open to ages 4-14. Must register in advance, and forms are available at Massac County schools.
June 3-7
MCHS Patriot Basketball Camp
9-11:30 a.m. Grades 2nd - 5th
12:30-3 p.m. Grades 6th - 9th
Massac County High School
$40 per camper, with a discount for more than one family member. Price includes T-shirt. Must register in advance, and forms are available at Massac County schools.
June 4-7
Kenpo Karate Camp*
Noon-2 p.m.
Metropolis Community Center
No pre-registration necesary - just attend on June 4. Brian Green is the instructor. Cost is $50 per student and includes a T-shirt.
*Another karate camp will be held in July, date to be announced.
June 7
Food Sanitation Refresher Course
8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Shawnee Community College, 8364 Shawnee College Road, Ullin
To attend the class, participants must have a current Illinois State Sanitation Certificate that has not expired. Students may register the day of the course but should call in advance to secure a seat in the class. This is a review of food safety and sanitation information; no state test is given. Cost is $50 plus $5 for book. For information and to reserve a seat in class, call Gabriele Farner at 618-634-3254. Register by May 31.
Sunday, June 9
World Record Attempt
Most People Dressed as Superman
3 p.m. - Metropolis Superman Statue
Organizers of the 35th Annual Superman Celebration will once again encourage Superman fans from all over to meet at the Superman Statue to break the Guinness World Record for the Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Superman. More information is available on our June link, at the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce and on the official website www.supermancelebration.net
Register Now for Shawnee College Kids Camps
SCC Main Campus in Ullin
Cooking with Connie - June 14 - 9 a.m. - Noon, for ages 8 – 14. The fee is $15 and lunch is included.
Fun-Da-Mental Basketball Camp - June 10-13 - For ages 3rd through 8th grade. The camp will be from 9 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. The cost of the camp is $45 and includes a camp t-shirt and awards. Contact John Sparks at 618-634-3230 or johns@shawneecc.edu for more information.
Drama Camp - ,June 17-21. Area youth ages 8 to 17 a chance to participate in a mini-musical camp. Campers will learn a little about all aspects of theater as they work on this year’s theme. The cost is $40 for the camp which includes supplies, snacks, and a tee shirt. Advanced registration is required by calling SCC Speech & Theater Instructor Tim Frizzell at 618-634-3200, extension 3234; or email at timf@shawneecc.edu.
Babysitting 101 - June 27, 8:30-11 a.m. First aid, poison control, safety, and babysitting emergencies will be discussed. The fee for the workshop is $15.
Safe Kids 101 - June 27, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Does your child know what to do should an aggressive dog attack? Covers fire safety, internet safety, stranger danger. The fee for the workshop is $15.
Polite Kids 101 - June 28, 8:30-1 a.m. Children will learn good manners, how to set a table, etiquette, respectful living, table manners, classroom manners, good sportsmanship. The fee for the workshop is $15.
Healthy Habits 101 - June 28,12:30 3 p.m. Instruction for kids and health! Live a healthy lifestyle: Eat right, eat healthy and exercise. The class covers good hand washing, dental hygiene, and how to reduce stress. The fee for the workshop is $15.
American Heart Association CPR for Kids - July 10 for ages 10 to 14. The class will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
ELITE Youth Entrepreneurship Camp - July 16-19. Campers learn to write a business plan and participate in a variety of challenging and fun activities. Youth who are entering the 7th-9th grades are welcome. This full-day camp begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. each day. Registration fee is $10. Transportation is available upon request.
LEGO® Mindstorm® Robotic Camp for Beginners - July 29-Aug. 2. This workshop will introduce kids ages 7 to 13 to the engineering process and the mechanics of simple machines using gears, pulleys, and levers. Students will work with Lego® products as well as various recycled materials and their own creativity to design and build robots that they will program using Lego WeDo® software. The camp will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. The fee for the camp is $99. Contact Rob Lucas at 618-634-3367 or robertl@shawneecc.edu for more information.
For a complete list of summer activities for kids, visit www.shawneecc.edu. Early registration is encouraged. Unless otherwise indicated, contact Gabriele Farner at 618-634-3254 or gabrielef@shawneecc.edu for registration information.
Market House Theater Productions
Market House Square, Downtown Paducah, Ky.
June 6-23 - Les Miserables
Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center
Downtown, Paducah, Ky.
May 29 - Menopause The Musical
June 11 - Huey Lewis & The News
June 15 - Exile with Bellamy Brothers
Nov. 5-6 - Memphis
Jan. 13-14, 2014 - Million Dollar Quartet
March 25-26, 2014 - Rock of Ages
May 9, 2014 - The Addams Family
Clemens Fine Arts Center
West Kentucky Community & Technical College, Paducah
ON-GOING EVENTS ----------
Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour Now Open
635 Robinson Hill Road, Makanda, Illinois
Illinois’ first entirely tree-based, eco-friendly zip line canopy tour, located on 83 wooded acres surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest in neighboring Union County has opened. The tour will also include 9 platforms high in the trees, three aerial suspension bridges, the longest stretching 180 feet, and two short ground hikes.
PAPA Gallery Shows
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday
124 Broadway, Paducah, Ky.
Shows change on a continual basis. Stop in to see the latest exhibit. Admission is always free.
Jewelry Making Classes
Southpass Beads, 203 E. Ash St., Cobden, Illinois
National Quilt Museum Exhibits
Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sundays, 1-5 p.m. (April-October)
National Quilt Museum, 215 Jefferson St., Paducah, Ky. Admission charged.
Whitehaven Welcome Center Tours
1-4 p.m. most days
I-24 Welcome Center, Paducah, Ky.
Daily Animal Programs, Planetarium shows
Land Between the Lakes, Golden Pond, Ky.
Nature Station offers daily programs providing up-close looks at live native animals on exhibit, including a bald eagle, a bobcat, snakes, and more.Planetarium shows are held on select nights. Call 270-924-2299 to find out what time the featured animal program will occur.
Yeiser Art Center Exhibits - Armin Muhsam and Lori Larusso
Yeiser Art Center, Market House Square, Paducah, Ky.
The Center is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays The center is free and open to the public but accepts and relies on donations.
Paducah Downtown Farmer's Market
2nd and Monroe Streets, Paducah, Ky.
Tuesday & Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursdays, 2-6 p.m.
Weekdays
Holt offers recycling service
8 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m. Monday-Friday
Holt Recyclers, 910 E. Second St.
Holt Recyclers is now accepting glass, paper, cardboard, plastic and electronic items. Items must be sorted prior to drop-off. All containers should be rinsed and left open. Caps should be sorted separately. As always, aluminum cans, are also accepted.
There's always something to do!