Community calendar for March 15, 2019
Published 9:51 am Friday, March 15, 2019
TODAY
— Write Local meeting, 10 a.m. at Clark County Public Library.
— Winchester Rotary Club meeting, noon at Woody’s, 923 Bypass Road.
— The Keto Bandwagon, 12:30 p.m. at Full Circle Market. Come learn what it means to get your body into ketosis for weight loss. Register by calling 859-744-3008. Class limit is 12 people.
— Knights of Columbus Lenten fish fry, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Menu includes fish, hush puppies, cole slaw, twisty taters and a drink. Cheese pizza will be available for children. Homemade clam chowder will be available for $10 per quart or $4 per bowl. Meal is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5 for children.
— I Was Here street museum reception, 7 p.m. at Leeds Center for the Arts. The mission of the project is to create a memorial to those who were sold into slavery and in doing so, to seek a path beyond who we were and move toward a vision of who we could be. The project aims to instill a deeper understanding of our common humanity and to create a means to “see the world with different eyes.” Sponsored by The Greater Clark Foundation and Clark County Community Foundation. For more information, visit www.i-was-here.org. Tickets are free, but attendees must register at leedscenter.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
— NAMI Family to Family education class, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 2410 W. Lexington Ave. Class is free.
— I Was Here street museum walk and community talk back, 9 a.m. at The Winchester Sun. The event will conclude at Leeds Center for the Arts for a community conversation at 10:30 a.m. to learn from each other and move forward with purpose in an effort to grow within our community. For more information, visit www.i-was-here.org. Tickets are free, but attendees must register at leedscenter.org.
— Guided bicycle tour, 10 a.m. at College Park Gym. Ride will travel through the alleys around College Park.Bring your own bicycle or bicycles, helmets and children’s trailers are available for loan. To borrow a bicycle, arrive at 9:30 a.m. to be properly fitted. Hosted by Walk‐Bike Clark County. For questions email bpac@ccgisonline.com.
MONDAY, MARCH 18
— Winchester-Clark County Tourism Commission meeting, 9 a.m. at 2 S. Maple St.
— AARP income tax preparation assistance, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church annex, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Service is free for all taxpayers through the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Taxpayers should bring their previous year’s return and all documentation for 2018 income, proof of taxes paid and contributions required for those who itemize. Program is Mondays and Tuesdays through April 15.
— Healthy Choices for Every Body Series, noon at the Clark County Extension Office. The Healthy Choice for Every Body series is designed to educate the whole family with new ways to eat healthy and exercise for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Each lesson of this series will include a recipe demonstration and tips on topics such as meal planning, eating better on a budget, and weight management. There will be drawings and prizes for participation. Preregistration is required by calling the extension office at -859-744‐4682.
— Clark County Landlords Association meeting, 6 p.m. at Fiscal Court Room in the Clark County Courthouse. Session will be led by John Rompf, discussing personal investment property compared to LLC ownership. There will be food provided prior to the meeting at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Greg Wood at 744-3766 or visit cclawinchester.com.
— How to Conquer Low Back Pain in the Pursuit of Wellness, 6 p.m. at Resilience Physical Therapy. Low back pain can be a major limiting factor for many individuals pursuing fitness and wellness. Let our team teach you how to overcome this challenge and get back to the activities you enjoy. This class will show you how to decrease your pain and exercise safely. Call 859-385‐-4888 to reserve your spot.
— Celebrate Recovery at Grace Baptist Church, 5990 Lexington Road. Dinner is at 6 p.m., large group at 7 p.m., small groups at 8 p.m. and dessert and fellowship at 9 p.m. Child care available. For a ride, call Vern at 859-595-5816 before 5 p.m. Mondays. For more information call David Tobin at 859-771-2812.
— NAMI Winchester-Clark County (National Alliance on Mental Illness) support and educational meeting, 7 p.m. at McCready Hall, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 2410 Lexington Road. Anyone (including family members and friends) affected by mental illness is invited. For more information, call 749-3702.
— Celebrate Recovery at Grace Baptist Church, 5990 Lexington Road. Dinner is at 6 p.m., large group at 7 p.m., small groups at 8 p.m. and dessert and fellowship at 9 p.m. Child care available. For a ride, call Vern at 859-595-5816 before 5 p.m. Mondays. For more information call David Tobin at 859-771-2812.
TUESDAY, MARCH 19
— Chai Chat: “Something to talk about,” 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at Cairn Coffee House, 17 S. Main St. What is your communication style and that of your co-workers, employees and family? Hosted by Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce. Admission is $20. Space is limited. Register at positiveimpactky.com.
— AARP income tax preparation assistance, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church annex, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Service is free for all taxpayers through the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Taxpayers should bring their previous year’s return and all documentation for 2018 income, proof of taxes paid and contributions required for those who itemize. Program is Mondays and Tuesdays through April 15.
— Family and Friends CPR American Heart Association, 10 a.m. at Skinnovations. The American Heart Association’s Family and Friends CPR course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands‐Only CPR, adult CPR with breaths, child CPR, adult and child AED use, infant CPR, and choking relief for adults, children, and infants. This course is intended for anyone who wants to learn CPR. To register call 859-556‐5913 or e‐mail at skinnovations4u@gmail.com.
— Clark County Human Services Council meeting, noon at Arby’s.
— Mobility Screening, 5 p.m. at KORT Physical Therapy. Join KORT Physical Therapy Winchester for complimentary consultations and free mobility screens! Come in for a free mobility screen to assess your movement. Call 859-744-4411 to schedule a time.
— Winchester Board of Commissioners meeting, 5:30 p.m. at city hall, 32 Wall St.
— The Scoop on Protein Powders, 5:30 p.m. at Full Circle Market. We’ll cover whey protein, plant based proteins (such as pea and rice), as well as bone broth protein. Includes tastings and recipes. Register by calling 859-744-3008.
— Hunting 101 class, 6:30 p.m. at Clark County Extension Office. Hunting wild game requires a level of physical fitness to pursue game, and allows a chance to enjoy nature’s beauty, and if you are successful, a fresh, healthy protein source…wild game meat! This workshop provides an overview of outdoor stewardship, ethics and woodsmanship. Learn to get started in the sport of hunts, resources available for the beginning hunter, & some small habitat improvements to make a huge difference to your property’s wildlife population. Pre-registration is required. Call 859-744-4682 before March 18.
— Clark County 4-H Council meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Drive.
— Clark County Board of Education meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Central Office, 1600 W. Lexington Ave.
— Winchester Lions Club meeting, 7 p.m., at Arby’s on Bypass Road.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
— Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Freedom Realty and Property Management, 624 W. Lexington Ave.
— Tai Chi for seniors (60 and older), 10:30 a.m. at James B. Allen Generations Center, 32 Meadow St. Classes are free. Call 744-3235 for more information.
— Ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Elder Care Law of Central Kentucky’s membership in the Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce, noon at 2 S. Maple St.
— Winchester Kiwanis Club meeting, noon at Taste of China, 600 Bypass Road.
— Kentucky Picture Show, 2 p.m. at Clark County Public Library.
— Greater St. James CME Church, 410 W. Washington St., spring revival, 6:30 p.m. The Rev. Marvin King of First Baptist Church on North Highland Street will be the speaker.
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
— Clark County Conservation District tree seedling giveaway, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the district office, 667 Tech Drive, Winchester. Seedlings will include white oak, pecan, Easter redbud, grey dogwood, persimmon, black walnut and bald cypress, and will be given free on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be a limit of 15 seedlings per person. Bring wet newspaper or cloth and a plastic bag for transporting seedlings.
— Strode Station Elementary School-based Decision-making Council meeting, 4:30 p.m. at the school.
— How to Use Journaling to Boost Your Wellness Success, 5:30 p.m. at College Park Gym. Studies show that journaling behavior provides more lasting results. Mayo Clinic Wellness Coach Gina Lang offers tips and tricks to start your journal. Call 859‐771‐6033 or email gina.lang@gmail.com to register for the class. Registration Required. Each person will receive a simple starter journal to jumpstart success.
— Strode Station Elementary School PTO meeting, 6 p.m. at the school.
— Greater St. James CME Church, 410 W. Washington St., spring revival, 6:30 p.m. The Rev. Marvin King of First Baptist Church on North Highland Street will be the speaker.