Equality, Equity, and Social Justice for ALL
Welcome anyone and everyone who believes in equal rights for all! We are here to join the momentum for social justice. We were inspired by the gathering of over 700 people at the National Women’s March, January 21, 2017. We want to continue to work as a grass roots group the way that the National Organization for Women was founded. We will continue to support the BIPOC community by raising awareness of events, opportunities to speak up, continued education and support throughout the region. We would be more than willing to partner towards positive change. Contact us if you, or your organization, would like to work together or needs support.
We meet every 1st Thursday of the month. You can learn more about our efforts by perusing the website. We do have some committees that works towards some specific efforts, such as voting awareness, Fairness Campaign, NOW is the Time education series, and general chapter organization can always use some help. Email us at westkynow@gmail.com if you are interested?
Want to support us but don’t have time? You can still become a member, donate directly or to the social justice fund, like and share our social media pages, send us a note of encouragement or a suggestion. Feel free to pop into at meeting anytime to check in or see what is happening. We have ROOM FOR EVERYONE!
Contact
West KY NOW
PO Box 661
Murray , KY 42071
westkynow@gmail.com
Stay in Touch
Periodically, we send out emails with upcoming events, ways to support the community, and general information surrounding West KY NOW’s efforts. Can sign up here, or email us directly at westkynow@gmail.com
Donate
Want to support our chapter efforts and help us to continue to work towards positive change! Consider a donation to our chapter, or better yet, become a member!
Featured Events
Join us for at one of our chapter meetings this summer. Our July meeting will take place in Murray at the Murray Tourism and Convention Center (regularly location), while our August meeting will take place in Paducah! Thanks to our friends at Bloom Behavior Therapy for opening up their space for us to have our meeting! All are welcome! Zoom option is available (email or see the agenda)
Upcoming Events
Below are some events that might be of interest. Also see the WKMS community calendar, The Murray Sentinel's Weekly Public Meeting Schedule, and the MSU Cinema International Schedule
August 2025
Wednesday, August 6
Legacy and Lineage: A Celebration of HBCU Pride & Divine 9 Power: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. W.C. Young Community Center, Paducah. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
August 8th Back to School Street Dance: Foam Party: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. W.C. Young Community Center, Paducah. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Thursday, August 7:
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting in Paducah, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, Bloom Behavior Therapy, 6201 Benton Rd., PADUCAH or via zoom
Meet at the CVB Murray Parking Lot at 4:45 PM to carpool
W.C. Young Miss & Mr. 8th of August Pageant, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Paducah Middle School, Paducah. $5 admission, kids under 5 free. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Friday, August 8: Emancipation Celebrations in West KY & West TN
Emancipation Breakfast: 7:00 am to 11:00 am. Washington Street MBC, Paducah. Purchase tickets online at Adults $12, kids 8 and under $8. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
5th Annual 8th of August Emancipation Celebration: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Pennyroyal Area Museum, 217 E 9th St, Hopkinsville. Part of the Hopkinsville August 8th celebrations.
Black Soil of Kentucky Free Food Distribution: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Washington Street MBC, Paducah. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Welcome Reception for “Whiles I Yet Live: Matriarchy and Generational Exchange in Gee’s Bend”. 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. National Quilt Museum, Paducah. The National Quilt Museum is highlighting the work of Black women quiltmakers from Gee’s Bend, Alabama, identifying the thread that connects works from the past with works being made today. The aesthetic is a rare combination of traditions and techniques from enslaved ancestors passed down through generations of mother and daughter quilters. This will be a momentous opportunity to educate arts patrons, quilters and quilt enthusiasts on the Gee’s Bend Quilters and their impact on changing today’s perception of quilts from household necessity to a highly regarded art form. The exhibit runs from 1 August to 28 December.
Emancipation Dance Sneaker Ball: 8:00 pm. 300 N. 30th St. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Saturday, August 9
2025 W. C. Young Community Center Emancipation Celebration 5K Run/Walk Race: 7:00 am. Downtown Paducah, Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Emancipation Parade: 10 AM. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Coleman Park Festivities, Robert Coleman Park. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
West KY NOW Young Feminist meet up: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Marshal County Public Library (1150 Birch St., Benton, KY) The young feminists of West KY NOW invite you to join us for a casual, community building event on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Marshall County Library. Come learn about the mission and values of West KY NOW while playing board games, listening to music, and eating free snacks!
Movie Night, 7:30 PM-8PM Dusk, Robert Coleman Park. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Rocia's Ultimate White Affair: 8:00 pm. Floral Hall, 300 N. 30th St, Paducah. Part of the Paducah August 8th celebrations
Saturday, August 16
West KY NOW table at Explore Murray. 6:00-7:30. CFSB Center, Murray. This is a great volunteer opportunity to connect with incoming MSU students by working our table at the Explore Murray Event. Sign up on this google doc to help out
Monday, August 25
Breakfast with the Hummingbirds, 7:30 am to 11:30 am. Observe representatives from the Southeastern Avian Research Organization trap, size and band these tiny birds while enjoying a homemade breakfast in a beautiful setting. Attendees will be able to ask questions about the care and feeding of hummingbirds in their own yards and can participate by holding and releasing birds following banding. The event will be held at the home of John and Ann Hayes in Cadiz and pre-registration is required as attendance is limited and rain dates may be needed. The event is bring your own chair and a fee of $15 per person or two for $25 will be collected at the door. Register by email to kathyflbsrp@gmail.com and reserve a place and receive driving directions. Proceeds will support the Scholarship Fund of the Trigg County Democratic Woman’s Club
Friday, August 29
Murray KY Pride: Pride kicks off in Murray with bowling at Corvette Lanes (free) and Paint Your Partner at MAG (preregistration required: choose the 6 pm session or 8 pm session)
Saturday, August 30
West KY NOW table at Murray KY Pride. Help us celebrate pride in Murray by volunteering to work our table at Murray KY Pride! Sign up on this google doc to help out. See this full list of events for Saturday
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