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February 01, 2008

FIELDS AND STREAMS ART

MOUNT STERLING - The Montgomery County Council for the Arts, 44 E. Main St., presents an opening reception that will feature paintings from Jack Cochran entitled "Fields and Streams of Kentucky." The reception is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public.

THE GLASS

MENAGERIE

VERSAILLES - The Woodford County Theater is presenting the classic tale, "The Glass Menagerie" Feb. 1 to 3, 8 to 10, and 15 to 17. The story is about a domineering matriarch from a wealthy family who is attempting to find a "gentleman caller" for her fragile daughter. It takes a look into a family's dreams and dysfunctions. The play is written by one of America's most famous playwrights, Tennessee Williams, and is somewhat autobiographical. The play is directed by Joe Ferrell. For more information on tickets or the play, call 873-0648 or visit www.woodfordcountytheater.com.

MARTY

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STUART

CONCERT

GLASGOW - Country music star Marty Stuart will be performing a one-night-only concert at the Plaza Theatre, 115 E. Main St., at 7 p.m. Central Standard Time. Tickets cost between $15 to $25 dollars per person. For more information, call (270) 316-2101 or visit www.plaza.org.

CENTERLINE

WINCHESTER - Come hear David Hunt and Jeff Walson play a concert and celebrate their CD release tonight or Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. The concert will take place at the Leeds Center for the Arts. For more information and tickets call 744-6437.

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BASKETBALL

TOURNEY

LEXINGTON - The top wheelchair basketball teams from across the country will be wheeling their way to Lexington to compete in the 30th-annual tournament. This premier tournament will host the top Division II and Division III teams from the United States and Canada. A basketball fan will not want to miss this free event. It starts today and continues through Sunday at the University of Kentucky's Seaton Center. For more information call 288-2916.

CHINESE

NEW YEAR

LEXINGTON - Ring in the new year all over again at the Chinese New Year Celebration at the University of Kentucky's Singletary Center for the Arts. The event will feature many festive Chinese dances, songs and music with 100 performers. The celebration is from 7 to 9 p.m., and admission is free. For more information, call 257-4929.

KENTUCKY'S

BLACK

MUSICIANS

FRANKFORT - Celebrate the accomplishments of Kentucky's black musicians at the event "We've Got the Beat!" You can also create your own musical masterpieces from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, 100 W. Broadway. The event is for children 5 to 10 and their families, and it is free. For more information, call (502) 564-1792.

CHINESE NEW

YEAR ART

LEXINGTON - Join the Explorium of Lexington, 440 W. Short St., as they celebrate the Chinese New Year through art. You can make a paper firecracker from 2 to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person for those one year of age or younger. For more information, call 258-3253.

LAP LOOMING

WEAVING

WINCHESTER - Local weaving artist, Amanda Bridges, will present a three-session lap looming workshop at the Clark County Public Library, 370 S. Burns Ave., starting tonight from 6 to 8 and continuing Feb. 7 and Feb. 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. This workshop will teach you the basics of plain weave techniques by weaving a pillow top on a lap loom. All equipment and materials will be provided, and there is a class fee of $30 for loom rental and weaving materials, that is payable to Bridges at the first class. The workshop is limited to six people, so you must register to attend.

SCOTTISH

DANCING

LEXINGTON - The Lexington Vintage Dance Society at the ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St., will be teaching Scottish Dancing. Vicky Goodloe will be the instructor of this eight-week session for beginners which starts today from 7 to 8 p.m., and continues until the eight sessions are up. It costs $40 per person for the series and $20 for full time students. For more information call 226-0327 or visit www.lexingtonvintagedance.org.

HEART

MOBILE

WINCHESTER - Make your own Valentine's day Mobile that will radiate love throughout the house at 6:30 p.m., at the Clark County Public Library, 370 S. Burns Ave. All youth ages are welcome. For more information call 744-5661.

BIKE PARADE

LEXINGTON - Those interested in a Fat Tuesday bike extravaganza, need to meet at the Thoroughbred Park at the corner of Main Street and Midland at 8:15 p.m. The bike ride will take you through downtown and will be about four miles. The finish of the ride will be at Gumbo YaYa's off of Broadway and Virginia. You are encouraged not only to decorate your bike, but to decorate yourself as well. Also, bring some beads to throw.

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