Fayette County Public Schools Events Calendar

"If You Give a Pig a Pancake" by Lexington Children's Theatre (11/1/2009)

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/1/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/1/2009

Following up on the hit "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie," here's another Laura Numeroff crowd-pleaser.

Visual art master class (11/3/2009)

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2009	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

The Lexington Art League is offering a free visual art master class for high school students. Participants will build their own sketchbooks, engage in collaborative drawing and create sculptures from found objects.

Tourette Syndrome support group (11/3/2009)

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2009

A Tourette Syndrome Association support group is being organized in the Lexington area. At the first meeting, the Emmy award-winning film "I Have Tourette's but Tourette's Doesn't Have Me" will be shown.

SCAPA/Lafayette Presents "Lost in Yonkers" by Neil Simon (11/5/2009)

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/5/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/5/2009

Life above Kurnitz’s Kandy Store is anything but sweet. The year is 1942 and Eddie Kurnitz is forced to leave his two sons with their bitter, intimidating grandmother while he seeks employment in order to pay back debts incurred during his deceased wife’s lengthy illness. Fortunately for Jay and Arty their cheerful, childlike Aunt Bella also resides in the Yonker’s apartment and becomes their ally. Will they have the “moxie” to endure Grandma? Witness the unraveling of the Kurnitz family story as it is revealed in this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama.

The play is directed by Paul Thomas and will be presented at Beeler Auditorium on the Lafayette High School campus.

SCAPA/Lafayette Presents "Lost in Yonkers" by Neil Simon (11/6/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/6/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/6/2009

Library Open House - downtown (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	10:00 AM
End Date:	11/7/2009	End Time:	12:00 PM

The Lexington Public Library hosts "Help Your Child Succeed: A Library Open House" for parents, teachers, school media specialists, day-care providers and home schoolers. Learn more about library services and materials that can help children reach their potential.

"If You Give a Pig a Pancake" by Lexington Children's Theatre (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

Following up on the hit "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie," here's another Laura Numeroff crowd-pleaser.

SCAPA/Lafayette Presents "Lost in Yonkers" by Neil Simon (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

"If You Give a Pig a Pancake" by Lexington Children's Theatre (11/7/2009)

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

Following up on the hit "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie," here's another Laura Numeroff crowd-pleaser.

SCAPA/Lafayette Presents "Lost in Yonkers" by Neil Simon (11/7/2009)

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

"If You Give a Pig a Pancake" by Lexington Children's Theatre (11/8/2009)

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/8/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/8/2009

Following up on the hit "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie," here's another Laura Numeroff crowd-pleaser.

School Board planning meeting (11/9/2009)

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/9/2009	Start Time:	5:30 PM
End Date:	11/9/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room C

The Fayette County Board of Education's agenda-planning session generally is the second Monday of each month. It's open to the public.

High school progress reports (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009
End Date:	11/10/2009

(suggested date)

Dragon Book Club (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009	Start Time:	4:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2009	End Time:	5:00 PM

The Lexington Public Library presents "Monsters in the Sky." Hear stories about Mt. Olympus, ancient monsters and great adventures, and learn to find pictures in the stars. Snacks provided; sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Visual art master class (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

Equity Council (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room C

The mission of the Equity Council is to monitor and analyze equity issues, advise the Fayette County Board of Education and advocate for achievement by all students.

PL Dunbar HS Presents Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" (11/11/2009)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/11/2009	Start Time:	7:30 PM
End Date:	11/11/2009

Brimming with action and humor, this battle of the sexes is one of Shakespeare's funniest plays. Directed by Alicia Henning, the play is presented in the Dunbar HS auditorium.

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (11/12/2009)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	5:30 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room D

Our purpose is to establish and maintain communication among families, professionals, parents/guardians, private service providers, students and stakeholders. The council advocates for students and offers feedback to the Special Education Department on proposed ideas or changes.

SBDM Super Council (11/12/2009)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room C

In Super Council, representatives from every School-Based Decision Making Council in the district assemble to enhance their knowledge and information base through networking and exposure to the most current information from the Kentucky Department of Education and the school district.

Pizza and Paperbacks (11/12/2009)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	6:30 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009	End Time:	7:30 PM

Dress up as your favorite book character and join us for book discussion, pizza and fun. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Sensory Storytime (11/12/2009)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	6:30 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009	End Time:	7:30 PM

Sensory Storytime is designed for children who have delayed language skills or difficulties with sensory processing, socialization or simply sitting still. Kids of all abilities are welcome; sponsored by Friends of the Library.

SCAPA/Bluegrass Presents "Peter Pan" (11/12/2009)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009

Where can you find a man-eating crocodile, pirates, natives, and a flying boy with a fairy sidekick? Only in a place where dreams are born – Neverland! Who but it’s most famous resident, the cocky, loveable Peter Pan, would proclaim “I’ve Gotta Crow” upon being reunited with his wayward shadow or stubbornly declare “I Won’t Grow Up” when asked to teach the Lost Boys. Fly away with Peter, Wendy, Michael and John on a musical adventure that has captivated children of all ages for generations.

The play will be presented in the Lexington Opera House, and is directed by Alberta Labrillazo, with musical direction by Deborah Sogin, and choreography by Diana Evans-Pulliam.

PL Dunbar HS Presents Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" (11/12/2009)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	7:30 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009

Brimming with action and humor, this battle of the sexes is one of Shakespeare's funniest plays. Directed by Alicia Henning, the play is presented in the Dunbar HS auditorium.

SCAPA/Bluegrass Presents "Peter Pan" (11/13/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/13/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/13/2009

Academic Challenge Invitational (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	8:00 AM
End Date:	11/14/2009

The Academic Challenge program helps make learning fun by giving elementary students a chance to work in teams to answer questions in all subject areas in a competitive setting.

Chess Mates Club (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	10:00 AM
End Date:	11/14/2009	End Time:	12:00 PM

The Chess Mates Club offers lessons for beginners, pick-up games for all levels, snacks and a chance to make new friends. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Paws to Read (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/14/2009	End Time:	2:00 PM

Dogs are great listeners! Have fun and improve your reading skills by reading to a real-live licensed therapy dog.

Paws to Read (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/14/2009	End Time:	2:00 PM

Dogs are great listeners! Have fun and improve your reading skills by reading to a real-live licensed therapy dog.

SCAPA/Bluegrass Presents "Peter Pan" (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/14/2009

SCAPA/Bluegrass Presents "Peter Pan" (11/14/2009)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/14/2009

Parent and Family Involvement Week (11/15/2009 - 11/21/2009)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/15/2009
End Date:	11/21/2009	End Time:	Midnight

This week spotlights the importance of providing every child in America with a quality public education from kindergarten through college, and the need for everyone to do his or her part in making public schools great.

Visual art master class (11/17/2009)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/17/2009	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	11/17/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

Morton Middle School Chorus and Orchestra Concert (11/17/2009)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/17/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/17/2009

Morton MS Chorus and Orchestra present a fall concert in the MMS gymnasium. A diverse assortment of music by Verdi, Bach, Beethoven, fiddle tunes, African folk songs, Hebrew and Italian songs, and drum and Orff compositions. The school is located at 1225 Tates Creek.

Education Support Professionals Day (11/18/2009)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/18/2009	All Day
End Date:	11/18/2009

Education Support Professionals Day focuses on the importance of school employees who take care of students every day, making sure they have the tools they need to succeed in school.

Education Support Professionals Day was first celebrated in 1987, after the National Education Association's Representative Assembly called for the creation of a way to honor the contributions of school support staff.

Warriors Family Night (11/19/2009)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/19/2009	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	11/19/2009	End Time:	7:30 PM

Winburn Middle School hosts Family Night, featuring a student entrepreneur exhibit, community resource & health expo, chili cook-off and math team competition.

16th District PTA Roundtable (11/19/2009)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/19/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/19/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room C

Parents gather in an open forum to talk with the superintendent and other district leaders.

Parenting a Child with Food Allergies (11/19/2009)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/19/2009	Start Time:	6:30 PM
End Date:	11/19/2009	End Time:	8:00 PM

Learn about resources and strategies to help safely manage severe food allergies. The session is led by Laura Jackson, coordinator of Kentucky Families with Food Allergies Support Group.

SCAPA/Lafayette Theatre Department Presents "Amadeus" (11/19/2009)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/19/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/19/2009

Travel through the twisted mind of Antonio Salieri in this dramatic tribute to the brilliance of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Salieri's jealousness invokes him to formulate a plan to destroy Mozart while achieving accolades for a Requiem written in Mozart's honor. Directed by Paul Thomas and presented at the Downtown Arts Center.

Middle school progress reports (11/20/2009)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/20/2009
End Date:	11/20/2009

(suggested date)

SCAPA/Lafayette Theatre Department Presents "Amadeus" (11/20/2009)

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/20/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/20/2009

SCAPA/Lafayette Theatre Department Presents "Amadeus" (11/21/2009)

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/21/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/21/2009

SCAPA/Lafayette Theatre Department Presents "Amadeus" (11/21/2009)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/21/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/21/2009

School Board action meeting (11/23/2009)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/23/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/23/2009

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Norsworthy Auditorium

The Fayette County Board of Education meets twice a month. The regular or action meeting generally falls on the fourth Monday. This session is televised live on Channel 13.

ADHD Parent Group (11/24/2009)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/24/2009	Start Time:	6:30 PM
End Date:	11/24/2009	End Time:	8:00 PM

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room D

A support group for parents of children with attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder meets monthly at "It's About Kids" Support Services.

No school (11/25/2009)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/25/2009	All Day
End Date:	11/25/2009

Thanksgiving Day (schools and offices closed) (11/26/2009)

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/26/2009	All Day
End Date:	11/26/2009

Schools and offices closed (11/27/2009)

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/27/2009	All Day
End Date:	11/27/2009

"Best Christmas Pageant Ever" by Lexington Children's Theatre (11/28/2009)

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/28/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/28/2009

When the infamous Herdman children are cast in their town’s annual church pageant, the community starts to wonder if the show will happen at all! This is always a family favorite.

Chess Mates Club (11/28/2009)

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/28/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/28/2009	End Time:	4:00 PM

The Chess Mates Club offers lessons for beginners, pick-up games for all levels, snacks and a chance to make new friends. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Wellness Check-Up forum (11/30/2009)

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/30/2009	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	11/30/2009	End Time:	12:00 AM

IAKSS Downtown Campus - Main Building
Room: Conference Room C

FCPS employees and community members are invited to offer input on the latest Wellness Check-Up, a two-page report that reviews nutrition and physical activity districtwide. The Child Nutrition staff takes people’s suggestions into consideration when preparing an action plan for the school board.

Wellness Check-Up - REPORT.pdf

Paying for College 101 (11/30/2009)

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/30/2009	Start Time:	6:30 PM
End Date:	11/30/2009	End Time:	8:00 PM

This workshop can help high school students and their families understand the nuts and bolts of the financial aid application process. Presented by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority.