Community Programs & Events sponsored by Columbia Gas of Kentucky
Shamrock Shuffle 3K - March 13, 2010 - 10am - Downtown Lexington - This fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity was created in memory of long-time Habitat volunteer Pat Smith who died aboard Comair Flight 5191. Columbia Gas is pleased to support this event and this organization which helps make the dream of home ownership a reality for so many. To register, visit www.shamrockshuffle3k.com. Then, after the race, stay downtown for Lexington's St. Patrick's Day Parade.
The Black Stallion Literacy Project - Spring 2010 - Central Kentucky - Columbia Gas of Kentucky is pleased to partner with the Kentucky Horse Park's International Museum of the Horse and The Black Stallion Literacy Foundation to bring the joy of reading and horses to first and fourth grade students in Fayette, Clark, Scott, Madison, Bourbon, Woodford, and Jessamine counties. For more information, contact Mollie Jameson at molliejam@gmail.com.
Creative Cities Summit - April 7-9, 2010 - Lexington - This multi-disciplinary, national conference will bring together leading thinkers and practitioners who are changing cities and communities all over the world in areas that include talent attraction & retention, innovation, developing entrepreneurship, community design and civic engagement. The conference will take place at the Lexington Convention Center. For registration and other information, visit www.creativecitieslexington.com.
Downtown Trash Bash - April 22, 2010 - Lexington - Volunteers from businesses, churches, schools and other organizations will come together for a day of cleaning and polishing within Lexington's business core. To learn more about the event, contact the Downtown Lexington Corporation at (859) 425-2590 or visit www.downtownlex.com.
Lawrence County Humane Society Walk for Animals - April 24, 2010 - Louisa - Put on your walking shoes and join other animal lovers in the Louisa Main Street Park at 8:30am to raise funds to support the efforts of the Lawrence County Humane Society. Dogs welcome, too!
Women's Business & Leadership Conference - May 4, 2010 - Lexington - Columbia Gas of Kentucky is honored to sponsor this annual conference attracting over 400 attendees. For tickets information, visit www.womenleadingky.com.
Mayfest Arts Fair - May 8-9, 2010 - Lexington - Join in the fun at the annual Mayfest Arts Fair held in Gratz Park and at Transylvania University. This festival, featuring performing, literary and visual arts, has become a springtime tradition in Lexington. Free Columbia Gas of Kentucky reusable shopping bags will be distributed while supplies last. For more information, contact the Downtown Lexington Corporation at (859) 425-2590 or visit www.downtownlex.com.
Fayette County Schools Retirement Celebration - May 22, 2010 - Lexington - Teachers make the difference in a child's educational experience and Columbia Gas of Kentucky is pleased to support a celebration of some outstanding educators' careers. For more information about this event, contact Heidi Reihing at Fayette County Schools at (859) 381-4794.
Thursday Night Live - 2010 Summer Season - May - October 2010 - Lexington - Be a part of the fun and festivities every Thursday night at Cheapside Park in the heart of downtown Lexington. The park comes alive from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with live rock, blues, country, current hits, bluegrass music and more! For more information, visit www.-downtownlex.com.
Fifth-Third Bank Tennis Championships - July 19-25, 2010 - Lexington - For tickets to this ATP Challenger event, visit www.lexingtonchallenger.com.
Jenny Wiley Theatre - 2010 Summer Season - Prestonsburg - Columbia Gas of Kentucky is pleased to again sponsor the summer season of the Jenny Wiley Theatre. For ticket information, visit www.jwtheatre.com.
Police Activities League Youth Baseball - Summer 2010 - Lexington - The Police Activities League (PAL) is a unit within the Lexington Division of Police that works with youth who live in inner city housing communities. PAL's baseball league includes approximately 15 teams, or about 180 children ages 5-12. To learn more about how you can help support this important program, contact Officer Michael Smith at (859) 258-3793.
Back-to-School Rallies - August 7, 2010 - Lexington - Getting off to a good start is an important part of every school year and Columbia Gas of Kentucky is pleased to join this community effort to provide children in over 20 neighborhoods with the schools supplies they need. If you'd like to join this effort, call LexLinc at (859) 381-1302.
Town Branch Trail-A-Palooza - August 15, 2010 - Lexington - Columbia Gas of Kentucky is pleased to help celebrate the completion of 1.8 miles of the Town Branch Trail. The trail begins across from the entrance to Masterson Station Park, where it winds past historic Bracktown and runs through the McConnell Trace, Westwood, and Marehaven subdivisions until its temporary termination at Alexandria Drive. (Designs call for it to eventually extend to Newtown Pike.) The event will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. and is free and open to the public
Roots & Heritage Festival - September 2010 - Lexington - The 21st Annual Roots & Heritage Festival will bring together visitors and entertainers from throughout Kentucky and the nation and includes activities for children, cultural entertainment, a gospel concert, art exhibits, a walk-a-thon, a golf outing, a health fair and numerous vendors. This year's festival will coincide with the World Equestrian Games and the opening of the historic Lyric Theater. For more information, visit www.rootsandheritagefestival.com.
CASA 10K Run for Kids' Sake - September 19, 2010 - Lexington - Coldstream Park will be the site of this year's 10K run to benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) in their work to provide advocacy services for abused and/or neglected children who have been removed from their homes. For more information, contact Debra King at 859-246-4313 or visit www.lexingtoncasa.com.