Join us by sponsoring a kid for $25 for Christmas

The Chad Lake foundation is partnering with Prison Fellowship Angel Tree to bring joy to children with incarcerated parents this holiday season. For just $25 you can sponsor a child and help provide a special gift from their loved one. Join us in spreading hope and making a difference.

Your sponsorship will provide a Christmas gift and a personal message from their parent.

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The Chad Lake Foundation’s vision is to help individuals impacted by addiction and incarceration have access to the resources and support they need to overcome their challenges, rebuild their lives, and contribute positively to society. We believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change, and we are committed to helping them unlock their potential. Through our programs and services, we strive to create a culture of recovery, healing, and empowerment that inspires individuals to make positive changes in their lives and restore families and relationships with others.

Teen Angel, a dedicated Christmas assistance program for teenagers in
Bowling Green and Warren County, is excited to announce its 14th annual Donation Blast,
proudly sponsored by Crocker Law Firm. Join us on Friday, December 6, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at Starbucks-Scottsville Road to make a difference in the lives of local teens this holiday
season.
Every dollar donated will go twice as far—Crocker Law Firm has generously pledged to match
all individual contributions made during the Donation Blast! Our team of dedicated Teen Angel
volunteers will be on-site to accept tax-deductible monetary donations (cash, checks, and credit
cards) as well as gift cards to popular retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Meijer, Target, Kohl’s,
and Greenwood Mall. Donations can also be made conveniently through PayPal at
paypal.me/communityeducation.
Since 2010, members of Vision – a Multi-agency Council of Warren County have rallied
together to provide Christmas gifts to teens in need within our community—teens who might
otherwise go without. When the need arose, this coalition stepped up with a resounding
commitment: our community will take care of its own. Together, we have raised over $340,000
to date, directly benefiting more than 2,000 teens through our collaboration with the Family
Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs) and other local businesses and agencies.
Teen Angel relies on the generous support of our community to ensure that every teen
experiences the joy of the holiday season. Join us in spreading cheer and making this Christmas a
memorable one for those who need it most.

REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/KY/Owensboro/CareNetReindeerRun5K

EVENT STARTING TIMES
Kids Reindeer Dash @ 8:00am
5K Reindeer Run/Walk @ 8:30am

AWARDS
Top Overall Time (male & female)
1st & 2nd Division Times (male & female): 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 .

EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Friday, December 6th from 12 noon – 6pm Care Net Owensboro
425 East 18th Street
Owensboro, KY 42303

(Packet pickup will also be available on race day at Smothers Park starting at 7:30 a.m.)

Bethlehem on the Hill is a free, indoor walk through Christmas event (rain or shine) at Barren River Baptist Church located at 5630 Barren River Road off of Veteran’s Way in Bowling Green, Kentucky. We invite you to experience what Bethlehem might have been like at the time of the birth of Jesus. Be ready to encounter Roman soldiers, shepherds, village life and stable animals as you look for baby Jesus. Follow the Christmas lights on the path to our fellowship hall and enjoy Christmas refreshments with hot chocolate and cookies.

The Heart of Kentucky Chorus, under the direction of Aaron Dale, will perform their annual Christmas show at the Hardin County Schools Performing Arts Center, 384 W.A. Jenkins Road, Elizabethtown on Sunday, December 8th at 3:00PM EST. The 43-member mixed chorus has been preparing this year’s eclectic selection of religious and conventional holiday songs since July. Dale, a music teacher in the Hardin County Schools, has been leading the chorus for two years. He’s been active with barbershop music as a judge, performer, coach, director, and arranger for many years. Earlier this year he was inducted into the Barbershop Harmony Society International Hall of Fame, recognizing him for his contributions on the musical culture of barbershop harmony as an art form through his collective body of work.

This year’s show will feature soloists, quartets, and ensembles performing a cappella vocal harmony including our special guest First Take quartet, awarded third place bronze medals at the 2023 Barbershop Harmony Society International Quartet Competition. First Take specializes in modern barbershop harmony arrangements and has entertained audiences worldwide.

Thanks to our sponsors, the Christmas show benefits local non-profits. Our sponsors this year are Swope Family of Dealerships, The Cecilian Bank, and South Central Bank. The music programs at East Hardin Middle School will receive a portion the proceeds this year. The school has been very gracious in allowing the chorus to use their facility for rehearsals every Thursday evening.

For many years the show was held on a Saturday night, but was moved to Sunday afternoon this year for the benefit of families, “kids from one to ninety two” as lyrics from The Christmas Song say. The audience will also enjoy singing with the chorus on one of the Christmas carols. All will find it a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season. Tickets can be purchased online at thepac.net website, $20 orchestra level, $15 balcony, and $10 children ages 3-18.

For more information contact Bob Swope, bswope@swope.com, 270-307-8945

Bethlehem on the Hill is a free, indoor walk through Christmas event (rain or shine) at Barren River Baptist Church located at 5630 Barren River Road off of Veteran’s Way in Bowling Green, Kentucky. We invite you to experience what Bethlehem might have been like at the time of the birth of Jesus. Be ready to encounter Roman soldiers, shepherds, village life and stable animals as you look for baby Jesus. Follow the Christmas lights on the path to our fellowship hall and enjoy Christmas refreshments with hot chocolate and cookies.

Bethlehem on the Hill is a free, indoor walk through Christmas event (rain or shine) at Barren River Baptist Church located at 5630 Barren River Road off of Veteran’s Way in Bowling Green, Kentucky. We invite you to experience what Bethlehem might have been like at the time of the birth of Jesus. Be ready to encounter Roman soldiers, shepherds, village life and stable animals as you look for baby Jesus. Follow the Christmas lights on the path to our fellowship hall and enjoy Christmas refreshments with hot chocolate and cookies.

BikeWalkBG would like to invite you to our free, annual Light Up BGKY Night Bike Ride Event. The ride will start at Fountain Square Park in Downtown Bowling Green, Ky. We will meet at 5:45pm then rollout at 6:00pm CST on Monday, 9 December 2024. This is a family-oriented bike event, so all ages are welcomed. Pre-registration is encouraged; however, it is not required. There is a QR Code on the flyer. Additionally, we encourage all participants to wear helmets for their safety. We also recommend that participants use bike lights and wear bright colors because the ride will be taking place at night. Please dress accordingly depending on the weather as well. There is additional information on the flyer as well. We look forward to seeing all of you there!

Join us for an evening of Christmas-themed worship, scripture reading, and fellowship! We’ll read the Christmas story and enjoy music, provided by various groups and churches in our community. Plus, we’ll have time to share some cookies and hot chocolate with our brothers and sisters in Christ from around the area. This event is non-denominational and completely free. Our hope is to bring together a large community of Christians from all different churches, to worship the Lord together at this special time of year!

We also want to invite everyone to participate! If you or your church have a desire to provide some of the music for our evening, please contact us!

✨ Bluegrass & Comedy Marriage Date Night 🎶😂

Looking for a fun, meaningful way to connect with your spouse? 💕 Pleasant Valley Community Church has you covered!

Join us on January 9 for an unforgettable evening featuring:
🎤 Nationally recognized comedian & pastor Ted Cunningham
🎻 Live bluegrass music by local favorites The Possum Pickers

📍 Where: Pleasant Valley’s brand-new sanctuary
🕡 When: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
🎟️ Cost: $40 per couple

🌟 Child Care Available!

For ages 0-11
$5 per child (max $20 per family)
Must register in advance
Make it a night to laugh, connect, and celebrate marriage! Get your tickets and register for child care today 👉

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