EVENTS

Have an event you’d like to share? Sweet Owen Magazine accepts event listings free of charge from civic groups, volunteer organizations, churches, clubs, etc. Send your event and a brief description to editor@sweetowenmag. com by 4 p.m., March 30, 2023, for the summer (June-August) issue.

Wednesday, March 1

First Day of Women’s History Month

9 a.m., Homemakers Barn Quilt

Painting at the Owen County Extension Office Homemakers will meet at the Extension Office, 265 Ellis Road, Owenton, to paint barn quilts on canvas to hang in the Extension meeting room. This event repeats at 9 a.m., Thursday, March 2.

Thursday, March 2

10 a.m., Yoga With Tiffany at the Owen County Public Library

Tiffany, an experienced yoga instructor, leads class on the first Thursday of each month. Enjoy moving slowly and breathing deeply. Leave class feeling refreshed and balanced. Suitable for all fitness levels.

11 a.m., Walk Away the Pounds at the Owen County Public Library

Walk in place to the Leslie Sansone 30-minute walking DVD in the library’s spacious meeting room. This event repeats at 11 a.m. every Thursday.

Friday, March 3

Noon, Books@Noon at the Owen County Public Library

The group will discuss “Harlem Shuffle” by Colson Whitehead and pass out “What the Fireflies Knew” by Kai Harris for discussion in April. This event repeats at noon on the first Friday of each month.

Monday, March 6

“Spring adds new life and beauty to all that is.” —

10 a.m., Stretch & Strengthen at the Owen County Public Library

Join in the popular exercise class to participate in all standing exercises. Join Miss Julie, and follow the video on the big screen. This event repeats at 10 a.m. every Monday.

Tuesday, March 7

10:30 a.m., StoryTime at the Owen County Public Library

Meet the orchestra! Visit the library to listen to, read about, and make your own instrument(s). This program is for young children and their parent or caregiver and repeats at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday while school is in session. 5 p.m., Crafting for Self Care Series II at the Owen County Extension Office Join the Owen County Extension Homemakers for the second in a series of “Crafting for Self Care.” The craft is a do-it-yourself string art kit. There is no cost, but space is limited.

Thursday, March 9

Noon, Sound Bath Mediation at the Owen County Public Library

Use the vibration of sound to connect, calm and heal the physical body. Bring a mat, blanket and pillow to be comfortable for an hour of lying on the floor listening to chimes, crystal singing bowls, hand pan and gong.

Friday, March 10

2 p.m., Mystery Book Club at the Owen County Public Library

The group will discuss “Bare Bones” by Kathy Reichs. Pick up April’s book, “Rebecca,” by Daphne du Maurier. This event repeats on the second Friday of each month.

Sunday, March 12

Daylight Saving Time begins

Monday, March 13

6 p.m., Movin’ to the Music at the Owen County Public Library

Dancing is good for the body, so join in this fun exercise class with some line dancing, the Twist, and even the Macarena. For beginners and advanced dancers alike. This event repeats at 6 p.m., March 20.

Tuesday, March 14

1 p.m., Bridge at the Owen County Public Library

This informal group of Bridge enthusiasts invites you to join them no matter your skill level. This event repeats the second Tuesday of each month.

6 p.m., Knitting with Leah at the Owen County Public Library

Do you get in a tangle when you try to knit? Leah can help. This class is for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Thursday, March 16

6 p.m., Gordon’s Gourmet at the Owen County Public Library

Gordon will take you on a culinary trip of the Emerald Isle this month as he explores Irish Cuisine.

Tuesday, March 21

1-2 p.m., Healing Herbs of Kentucky at the

Owen County Senior Center

Join public library staff at the Owen County Senior Center, 118 North Main Street, as they discuss the history of herbs as both food and medicine. Plant a pot of herbs to take home.

6-7 p.m., Painting 101 at the Owen County Public Library

Explore painting with colored shapes as you attempt to portray a brightly colored rooster portrait. All levels of expertise welcome, just come have fun playing with paint and enjoying others doing the same. Call (502) 484-3450 to register.

Friday, March 17 St. Patrick’s Day

Tuesday, March 28

6 p.m., Russian Egg Painting at the Owen County Public Library

Join Janel Perusquia as she shares her knowledge of and techniques for

“Crafting for Self Care.” The craft is candle making with Liz Evans. There is no cost, but space is limited.

Saturday, April 29

9 a.m., Craftin’ for Our Community at the Owen County Extension Office

Enjoy a day of crafting with friends old and new. To register, email brandydaleneal@hotmail.com. A 6’ table is $50, or share a table with a friend for $25. Questions? Call Brandy Neal at (502) 750-1977 or Dawn Davis at (502) 6822725.

Monday, May 1

5-7 p.m., Firing Squad Ceramics at the Owen County Extension Office

Join the Owen County Extension Homemakers for firing squad ceramics (three options: gnome, mushroom, or frog). Space is limited, call (502) 484-5703

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2023

FAIRWAY GOLF COURSE 4940 KY HWY. 227 WHEATLEY, KY 41098

To register a team or for sponsorship opportunities, contact Dawn Davis at dawndavis2009@gmail.com