Arts & Culture

News from the arts scene in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

The museum is closed because of coronavirus restrictions, but the staff has prepared packets that camp participants will pick up each week to complement the virtual portion of the camp and optional field trips.
The summer reading program has new online tools to track progress. It runs May 26 through July 11 for readers of all ages.
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The camp for children ages 7 to 12 will focus on recycling. The instructor is Christian County High School art teacher Paula GIeske.
Pennyroyal Arts Council slates summer camp for children and limits number of participants to ensure social distancing
The competition has three categories: written word, visual art and original music. It's open to anyone 18 or older living in the greater Hopkinsville-Christian County area.
The art guild, established 55 years ago, will continue as an organization and artwork by its members will be sold online. A final gallery sale is planned May 21-23.
Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation also announced the Summer Adventure Camp, an eight-week program, has been canceled for the first time in 35 years. But plans are being made for some alternative programs for children and adults.
Patrons may place up to 10 items on hold by calling the library or using the website. Pickups will begin Monday, May 11.
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Viewers will see some of the historical society's Derby-related collections, and Gov. Andy Beshear will offer a message.
Works are sought in three areas: written word, visual art and original music. The deadline to enter is May 31.
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The temperature will deep below the freezing mark early Wednesday morning.
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Prine was a superb storyteller: evocative, somber, silly, thoughtful and surprising. He was a songwriter for the ages, and he had a true understanding of rural America.
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After offering virtual worship for a month, many churches are looking for other ways to connect with members while observing the state ban on gatherings.