Community Calendar

Mahr Park Arboretum’s favorite fall traditions will return! Throughout October, our annual Hay Bale Trail transforms the Arboretum into a whimsical autumn wonderland filled with 80+ creatively decorated hay bale displays, each with its own unique theme and personality.

We take fall decorating seriously, so grab a warm drink, gather your family, and enjoy a scenic drive or stroll through a season bursting with pumpkins, hay bales, colorful leaves, and unforgettable photo opportunities. Whether you’re celebrating your favorite season or simply looking for a little autumn magic, the Hay Bale Trail is a fall tradition you won’t want to miss!

The Murray State University Office of Alumni Relations and the Murray State University Alumni Association can't wait to welcome you back to campus for Homecoming 2026!

From the parade to Tent City and special reunions to Racer Football, we are working in collaboration with Student Affairs, Racer Athletics and others to bring you the best weekend of the year! Note Saturday's new times for 2026 - Tent City will open at Noon.

Source: https://www.murraystate.edu/homecoming/index.aspx

Tree Week Activity
Help us rid our community of these invasive species while you get a free tree in exchange!

University of Kentucky (UK) Extension experts state that Bradford pear trees are bad because they have weak wood, a short lifespan, foul-smelling flowers, and produce invasive offspring that crowd out native plants.

We are partnering with WKCTC to celebrate Tree Week! Come upstairs to grab a free tree-themed sticker book donated by WKCTC (while supplies last), enjoy a coloring station, and check out books to learn more about trees and their impact on our lives. See everything WKCTC has going on by clicking here.

Get ready to get a little wild in the library! Preschool-age kiddos are invited to play with all kinds of toys and make new friends during Play and Grow every Friday at Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library, 1101 Bethel St.
Play and Grow begins at 10 a.m. and we will start wrapping things up at about 11 a.m.
Some of our favorite Play and Grow toys include:
*STEM Viewmasters
*Magic drawing boards
*Magnatiles
*LEGOs
*Puppet theater
…and so many more!

Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, and Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Discovery Center and Heritage Park

Ready to challenge your mind?

Join Discovery Park of America for a weekend of hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics activities as part of the 2026 Tennessee STEAM Festival. As a featured event in the statewide festival, Discovery Park will offer activities designed to engage curious minds of all ages.

Guests will have opportunities to test their problem-solving skills, explore paleontology, learn about seismology and get a behind-the-scenes look at two of Discovery Park’s popular annual events.

McCracken County Library is now offering the services of a Community Support Advocate;

What A Community Support Advocate does:

• Provide resource navigation: Help connect you with community services such as food assistance, housing programs, healthcare, or transportation resources.
• Assist with forms and applications: Help fill out applications for benefits, job programs, or other social services.
• Connect to mental health supports: Offer information on local counseling, crisis lines, and mental health programs

Benefits: 

• Easy access to free, confidential help in a welcoming setting
• Personalized guidance based on your specific needs
• Help navigating housing, healthcare, and benefit systems
• Support with forms, applications, and documentation
• Empowerment to build confidence and self-advocacy skills
• Ongoing follow-up to ensure continued progress

Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother's protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be.

$16 for adults

$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)

$14 for students (ages 13 and older)

$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1

There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Friday & Saturday performances are at 7:00 PM
Sunday performances are at 2:00 PM

Head to Racer Arena and watch the Murray State Women’s Volleyball Team take on SIU!

🏁 UNDER THE BONNET: THE ART OF BRITISH MOTORS 🇬🇧

Join us at the Yeiser Art Center for the opening reception of Under the Bonnet: The Art of British Motors on Friday, October 16 from 5–7 PM!

Celebrate the beauty, craftsmanship, and history of British motoring through an exhibition bringing together the art and culture surrounding these iconic automobiles.

Come enjoy an evening at the gallery, meet fellow car and art enthusiasts, and be among the first to experience this exciting new exhibition.

Bring a friend, admire some beautiful machines, and raise a glass to British motoring! 🇬🇧🏎️

Free and open to the public.