Community Calendar

Meetings are held in the Council Chamber on the first floor of the Hopkinsville Municipal Center at 715 South Virginia Street. Meetings are broadcast live on YouTube and by tuning to City TV on Spectrum Cable Channel 376.

Cheer on the Racers against Morehead State Men’s Basketball!

On the first Wednesday of every month, Project DieHard hosts a Fellowship Breakfast for the public at the IHOP on James Sanders Blvd. in Paducah. Veterans eat for free.

The Murray State Clay Club will be having its end of semester sale Wednesday and Thursday, December 3rd and 4th from 9:00-3:00 in the lobby of the Price Doyle Fine Arts Building, featuring pottery and sculpture by advanced ceramics students and ceramics faculty. Funds raised by the sale go to support student travel, visiting artists and other educational endeavors.

The Pennyroyal Arts Council, in collaboration with Brooke Bailey Dance Addiction & Gymnastics, is thrilled to present the 6th Annual Production of The Nutcracker—an enchanting Christmas tradition that has captivated audiences for half a decade. This beloved holiday classic returns to The Alhambra Theatre for a spectacular run that promises to be more exciting than ever!

The "Nutcracker" ballet is one of the world's most beloved and widely performed ballets, especially during the holiday season, and serves as an introduction to classical music and dance.

School day performances at the Alhambra Theatre

Times:  9:30 AM/12:00 PM

Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes

Recommended Ages: Grades K - 12

Contact Kelly Selfe at kelly.selfe@pennyroyalarts.org for reservations!

Get moving in the new year! Join us for Chair Yoga every Wednesday beginning on January 15th from 10 - 11 am. This low-impact class will be led by certified instructor, Suzi Renaud. There is a $3 fee for each session. Just show up, no registration is needed! Pay at the door.

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

It's the most wonderful time...of the year! Starting November 27 and running thru January 1, Central Park will be lit up nightly from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM with the The Murray Bank Festival of Lights!

As in years past, we encourage you to bring five canned goods for your admission, which will be donated to Murray Calloway Need Line.

The FNB 7th Annual Festival of Lights will open to the public on Saturday, November 29th, 2025, and will run every WEEKEND NIGHT through Thursday, January 1st, 2026, from 5:30 – 8:30 PM, as well as other special weekday nights.

Everyone is invited to come drive through and check out a large variety of light displays that have been purchased by local businesses, community organizations, churches, local families and more. Admission is free but monetary and canned good donations are accepted. We hope to see you at this community-wide Christmas celebration!

Any questions may be directed to the Mayfield-Graves County Parks Department by e-mail at mgcfestivaloflights@gmail.com.

Needle Felted Painting Workshop

Paint with Wool — Create a Work of Art!

Date: Wed, Dec 3
Time: 5:30-7:30
Location: Makerspace WKy, 130 N Seminary St. Madisonville, KY

Discover the art of needle felting in this relaxing, hands-on workshop! Instead of paint, you’ll use colorful wool fibers to “paint” your own textured masterpiece on felt.

This class is best for those with some needle felting experience.

What’s Included:
All supplies (wool, felting needles, base, and tools)
Step-by-step instruction from an experienced fiber artist
Learn layering, blending, and shading techniques with wool
A finished wool painting to take home and display!

Perfect for anyone looking for a cozy, creative experience.
Seats are limited — register today