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
West KY NOW is proud to present our Pride Potluck on June 22nd from 6:00-7:30 pm at the Murray State University Doran Arboretum's large pavilion. Whether you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or a supportive ally, come join us for an evening of good food, laughter, and the opportunity to meet other members of the community. The event is free. Everyone is encouraged but not required to bring a food of their choice to share with the group. Sign up on this google doc to help out at the event.
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
June 2025 is Pride Month
See our Guide to Celebrating Pride in western KY
Thursday, June 19:
Juneteenth. This holiday celebrates the day in 1865 when it was announced in Texas that all enslaved African Americans were free. More information about Juneteenth celebrations will be shared when they become available.
Friday, June 20:
Juneteenth Concert, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. National Quilt Museum Lawn, Paducah. Part of Paducah’s 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, organized by the Paducah-McCracken County NAACP. Free, but bring your own lawn chair!
Saturday, June 21:
3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration, 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Boys and Girls Clubs of Hopkinsville-Christian County, 1600 Walnut Street, Hopkinsville, KY. Hosted by The Divine 9 and Friends of Hopkinsville
Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration: Calloway County, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Three Oaks Community Center, Almo. It is an ice cream social, with music and crafts for kids!
Lesbian Poetry Reading Featuring Charley Allen and KC Musser, 3:00 pm, Messy Cat Creations,119 South 3rd Street, Paducah, Kentucky. KC Musser will open the event with the first public reading of her poetry. The main event will feature Charley Allen presenting a selected reading from her new work as well as from her book, The Scar It Leaves. This event is free to the public. May not be suitable for ages under 16 due to trigger warnings of heavy emotional issues such as childhood trauma and pain.
Wits’ End Pride Show, doors at 7:00 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm, Wits’ End Records 514 Main Street, Murray, KY. Co-hosted with Murray KY Pride. Tickets $13 at the door. This is an 18+ show.
Sunday, June 22
Hay Bales & Fairy Tales, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. A Place To Be- Farm Sanctuary, 1101 Murray Paris Road, Murray. Recommended donation $5 to be donated to Murray KY Pride. Canned/Dry goods will also be collected to be distributed to the community.
Juneteenth Sundaze in the Park, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Robert Coleman Park. Part of Paducah’s 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, organized by the Paducah-McCracken County NAACP
West KY NOW Pride Potluck. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. MSU Doran Arboretum–Large Pavilion. West KY NOW is proud to present our Pride Potluck on June 22nd from 6:00-7:30 pm at the Murray State University Doran Arboretum's large pavilion. Whether you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or a supportive ally, come join us for an evening of good food, laughter, and the opportunity to meet other members of the community. The event is free. Everyone is encouraged but not required to bring a food of their choice to share with the group.
Wednesday, June 25
Fun with Fitness-30 minute Chair Exercise and Fitness Exercise. 1:00 pm-1:30pm. Murray Calloway County Hospital, 710 Main St. Murray. Part of the Community Wellness Days: Health Education Series. Free to the public must be 18 or older to participate.
Saturday, June 28:
Empty Bowls Project: 7:00 am to noon. Murray Art Guild, Downtown Farmers Market.
Pride Sip & Paint: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Dry Ground Brewing Company, 3121 Broadway Ave., Paducah, Ky. Hosted by Outfit, Inc. Arts & crafts with Provider Enrichment Services, brews from Dry Ground, lemonade from Etc., stamp making with Uncle Bacon, a custom tee bar with Mighty Tees, face painting with Meraki House of Style, and fun for the whole family! This event is open to all ages and admission is free!! Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.
Monday, June 30:
LGBTQ+ Social Mixers, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Benton Public Library, 1150 Birch St., Benton, KY. All ages are welcome.
July 2025
Thursday, July 3:
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. CVB building (206 S. 4th Street), Murray or via zoom.
Friday, July 11:
Volunteering at Soup for the Soul, 9:00 am to 10:00 am, North Calloway Elementary School, 2928 Brinn Rd, Murray, KY. Join other members of West KY NOW to volunteer to pack boxes for the Soup for the Soul Summer Literacy program.
Monday, July 28
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 498 Waterfowl Way 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
August 2025
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 5 PM to carpool
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