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 our next chapter meeting on Thursday, June 5 at 6 pm. We will be collecting new or gently used Young Adult books to donate to the Soup for the Soul’s Summer Literacy program
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
May 2025 is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Saturday, May 31
Marshall County Call to Action, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 1101 Main St., Benton, KY. Organized by the Marshall County Human Rights Advocacy group. A peaceful, nonviolent community rally where we will share community concerns, join together in civic engagement, stand in solidarity exercising our right to protest, & promote unity within our community. We're rallying for our living wages, our healthcare benefits, our labor rights, our unions, and for due process!
June 2025 is Pride Month
See our Guide to Celebrating Pride in western KY
Thursday, June 5:
West KY NOW March Chapter Meeting. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. CVB building (204 S. 4th Street), Murray or via zoom. Please bring new or gently used Young Adult books to donate to the Soup for the Soul Summer Reading program.
Showing of Love, Simon: 7:00 pm. Maiden Alley Cinema, Paducah. Tickets are $10, with 50% of proceeds benefiting OutFit. The film is rated PG-13
Friday, June 6:
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.
Saturday, June 7:
Pride at Paducah Beerwerks, doors 7:30, performances start at 9:00. Paducah Beer Werks, 301 N 4th St, Paducah, KY, United States, Kentucky, General Admission $10, VIP options also available. This is an all ages show.
Sunday, June 8:
Pride Pageant, doors 6:00 pm, pageant starts at 7:00 pm. Maiden Alley Cinema, Paducah. Hosted by Paducah Pride United Together. Theme: Pride Feathers. Categorie are: Presentation, Evening Wear, Talent, On Stage Question. Cash prizes and Paducah Pridefest King & Queen Title. Admission is $10 at the door or in advance. $5 under 13.
Saturday, June 14:
Paducah Pride United Together, 12:00 pm Paducah–McCracken County Convention & Expo Center, 1 Executive Blvd., Paducah, KY, entrance is $10. Help volunteer at our West KY NOW table, or stop by and say hello!
No Kings! Rally, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. Bob Noble Park--sidewalks on Park Ave near Wacinton sculpture. Hosted by Four Rivers Indivisible as part of a nationwide day of action.
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 March 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.
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