The Capitol is a historical landmark in downtown Bowling Green, managed by Warren Co. Public Library
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The Capitol Arts Center has entered the next chapter in its long history of providing a place for south central Kentucky residents to enjoy the arts. Listed in the National Register as a contributing site in the Downtown Bowling Green Commercial District the Capitol is owned by Warren County, and now managed and staffed by Warren County Public Library. For more information and upcoming events plea
se visit www.warrenpl.org/capitol. The Capitol hosts touring performances, concerts, weddings, receptions, and a variety of community events. For information on renting the facility for your next event call 270-904-6040.
Mark your calendars NOW! Back to Back Books is lined up to be an amazing event! This book lovers festival features FREE presentations by best-selling authors at the Capitol and an opportunity to get FREE books, plus "Author Hall" meet & greets with additional purchase and personalization opportunities at One Roof Event Space!
Plan to visit downtown Bowling Green (KY) Saturday, September 21, for a fabulous book lovers event! Reserve your spot today at warrenpl.org/b2b.
Join us THIS Friday for a live streaming of the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony!
No tickets required. Concessions will be sold!
The Warren County Public Library is giving the community a chance to celebrate the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics with others around the world by hosting a live-stream watch
See if you can spot any around town!
We hope you can, but even if you are unable to attend the Bowling Green Bigfoot MiniCon, you are more than welcome to join the social gathering following the event on Saturday, August 3, for only $10 per ticket. In addition to getting one drink free and snacks, a ticket to the 6 p.m. Beer and Bigfoot afterparty entitles you a meet-and-mingle with fellow Bigfoot enthusiasts at SoKY Marketplace plus a unique shopping experience, featuring items made by "Cryptid Craft" creators and artists.
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đź‘ŁThe link to tickets to the MiniCon and cost-saving bundle options that include the afterparty (and / or the super cool VIP experience) is here: https://warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/237
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There will NOT be FRIDAY storytimes at Lisa Rice Library or Buchanon Park Branch tomorrow -- Friday, July 19!
INSTEAD, join us at The Capitol for a Paw Patrol storytime and meet & greet at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m.!
Register for the time you plan to attend at warrenpl.org/event/paw-patrol-storytime.
*Wednesday with Wes Anderson -- TONIGHT (7/17) at the Capitol!
In this film, three estranged brothers undertake a train journey across India together in this comedy-drama. Rated R (2007)
*Disclaimer: As much as we'd love to have him appear in person, Wes will only be here in spirit.
No job is too big, no pup is too small! This Friday, we are giving folks TWO opportunities to visit the Capitol for a big screen storytime followed by a meet & greet with Chase and Sky of Paw Patrol! The first session on begins at 10 a.m., and the second begins at 2 p.m.. Select the time that works best for you, then register through our online calendar of events! warrenpl.org/event/paw-patrol-storytime-meet-and-greet-the-capitol
Schedule announced!
BGRBA Summer Showcase at The Capitol Theater
Band times are now added!!
Make plans - get tickets - ROCK OUT!!!!
This summer showcase at The Capitol BG is going to RULE!!!!!!
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Ride along - for FREE! Designed to connect neighborhoods with library locations and other essential services, WCPL’s Little Free Shuttle Is NOW on the road! Operating three days a week, it is open to everyone at no cost!
The Little Free Shuttle’s routes and schedules are listed below. You can also find where the shuttle's real-time location is on our app, as well as online at warrenpl.org/shuttle.
Tuesdays: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Route 1)
Lisa Rice Library → Capitol → Moss Apartments → Community Farmers Market
Thursdays: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Route 2)
Lisa Rice Library → SOKY Marketplace → Capitol → Lee Pointe Apartments → Phenix Place Apts/BG Rock Band Academy
Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Route 3)
Lisa Rice Library → Lover’s Lane Apartments → Bryant Way → Blue Lake Way → Community Farmers Market
Thank you to the American Red Cross and to Friends of the Library - Warren County for helping us make this dream a reality!
Join us to watch the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony at the Capitol!
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The countdown begins as we are just 15 days from the opening Olympics Opening Ceremony, and The Capitol is offering a chance to come together and cheer on Team USA. The Capitol will be hosting an Olympics Opening Ceremony watch party for everyone as an opportunity to join the ...
Coming July 28!
Ladies and gentlemen - introducing BG’s newest local bands - ready to melt your faces and blow your minds - this July 28th at The Capitol BG!!!
Get them tickets now - while the getting is good.
Limited seating!!!
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Did you know the BG Horror Club hosts a movie at the Capitol once a month? WCPL is proud to co-host tonight's movie (7/11) at 6:30 p.m. for seasoned and burgeoning horror fans alike! Come find out what BG Horror Club is about and get connected.
Film Synopsis: A young couple who saw a mysterious comet crash outside their small town is doubted by locals when they claim their new alien arrivals look like circus clowns. Killing off the townspeople, it’s up to a bunch of teenagers to save humankind. (1988) PG-13
This. This is on our mind.
August 2 and 3: the Bowling Green Bigfoot MiniCon.
Ticket link in bio.
There will be high-octane energy in the Capitol's theater during TONIGHT'S free movie at 6 p.m. (7/10)!
From director George Miller, originator of the post-apocalyptic genre and mastermind behind the legendary franchise, comes a return to the world of the Road Warrior, Max Rockatansky. Haunted by his turbulent past, Mad Max (Tom Hardy) believes the best way to survive is to wander alone. Nevertheless, he becomes swept up with a group fleeing across the Wasteland in a War Rig driven by an elite Imperator, Furiosa (Charlize Theron). They are escaping a Citadel tyrannized by the Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays-Byrne), from whom something irreplaceable has been taken. Enraged, the Warlord marshals all his gangs and pursues the rebels ruthlessly in the high-octane Road War that follows. Rated: R (2015)
"But, soft! what light through yonder window breaks?" This group of young actors are reading through the play they will practice, hone, then perform at the end of this week's Teen Theatre Camp! Plan now to join them at the Capitol Friday (July 12) at 6 p.m. for a production of an abridged Romeo and Juliet. Tickets are free and available here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xzmgbm4
Calling ALL artists -- professional or amateur, creatives of ALL types: you have ONE WEEK until the deadline arrives for the Bigfoot Art Contest, which is Friday, July, 12!
Paint, sketch, or sculpt a unique, creative depiction of Bigfoot to enter (not exceed 18Ă—24 inches in size). Winners will receive FREE entry to the upcoming BG BigFoot MiniCon (warrenpl.org/bigfoot) scheduled for August 3! All pieces will be on display during the MiniCon the first weekend in August at either the Capitol or at SoKY Marketplace.
Bring your entry to the Capitol between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m Monday through Thursday or between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on deadline day (7/12), since we're open a little later that day. If those times won’t work with your schedule, email Magnolia to arrange an alternate one ([email protected]).
There are perks to following the Capitol - including a bonus discount to THIS hilarious show happening in Bowing Green THIS Saturday! Get 20% off the P1 tickets by using the code CAPITOLFAN!
July is the month for movies at the Capitol, and this week is a full one! While we can't post the titles on social media because of our public performance rules, they are listed on WCPL's calendar of events, and you can also link to the list from the Capitol's home page.
Coming NEXT weekend!
Be a part of a live studio audience Saturday, July 13, at 7:30 p.m., when The Capitol hosts a night of outrageous stand-up being filmed for the syndicated television series "Comic Invasion!" -- a hilarious, weekly slice of Americana coming to your television THIS September!
The live show will feature performances by well-known national touring comedians including Kentucky's finest and funniest, Jamaal Gardner and Jeremiah Martin from the Kentucky Comedy Festival. Headliner Jeff Batts is a comedy veteran and host of Comic Invasion! Jeff's outrageous, high-energy mix of character and improv-driven comedy has been featured on arena tours with Weird Al Yankovic, The Howard Stern Show, and The NBA Jam Van.
Segments filmed at the Capitol will be featured in the upcoming season of Comic Invasion! premiering nationwide in syndication starting in September on more than 30 network stations, including Bowling Green's CW.
Tickets are on sale now! See link in bio for tickets!
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Visit Paris with US! Enjoy the Summer Olympics' Opening Ceremony live on the big screen at the Capitol Friday, July 26, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.! Join fellow Olympics enthusiasts at this first-ever library-hosted live-stream event, and experience all of the pomp and circumstance in full detail with amazing sound! Join the world's audience to celebrate teams from across the globe at this celebratory event. Tickets are not required.
Fun fact: For the first time in the history of the Olympic Summer Games, the Opening Ceremony will not take place in a stadium. Instead, it is set to be held in the heart of the city along the Seine River.
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We are beyond excited to announce that WHITE SQUIRREL BREWERY in Bowling Green has joined our upcoming event at the Capitol! Not only will they be on-site during the show serving ice cold drinks, BUT they will also be hosting the Post Show Party with the Comics after the event Saturday Night July 13th! Great seats are still available at: https://capitolbg.org/get-tickets/ and will be available at the door that night as well.
Treat yourself, your friends, and even your mom to a hilarious show by two hilarious women on the comedy tour at the Capitol Sunday, October 13. Make it an all-gals night with this week's buy-three-get-one-FREE promotion!
Here's how: In price tiers P2-P4, just select the "4 Pack Discount" to get 4 tickets for the price of 3. This promotion will be valid through July 8, go grab that bargain TODAY!
With 2.2 million followers, 300+ million views, and 5 million FB Live views, this comic duo will have you and your friends rolling in the aisles this fall! https://warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/228
We hope that you have time on the 4th of July to be with family or friends or do whatever leisure activity you choose! While all library locations will be closed Thursday, you can still access us online! If you've got a phone, tablet, or computer and a library card, check out all the amazing things you can access remotely starting at warrenpl.org/read-watch-listen!
Explore the mysteries of Bigfoot with the experts! Purchase your tickets today at warrenpl.org/bigfoot!
The Warren County Public Library will put the “BG” in Bigfoot this fall as it is set to host its inaugural Bowling Green Bigfoot MiniCon on Aug. 3.
Last call! If you are a maker or artist who creates cryptid-themed, spooky, or funky items to sell, this vendor opportunity is for YOU!
Go to our vendor application on our Bigfoot MiniCon page to apply (warrenpl.org/bigfoot) or go directly here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9U7Fbd3c1CBe9DEZtlJOhjg-eKKjypDR3Sor_sDTEBzchLg/viewform?usp=sf_link
It's FREE movie time at the Capitol!
Tuesday, July 2, 12:30 p.m.
The third in a classic animated saga! When Andy leaves for college, Woody, Buzz and the rest of his toys end up in a day-care center. There, the gang plots a daring escape with the help of some new friends. But some of the toys aren’t quite what they seem. Rated: G (2010)
Wednesday, July 3, 6:30 p.m.
A Native American coming-of-age comedy-drama! Young man Thomas is a nerd in his reservation, wearing oversize glasses and telling everyone stories no-one wants to hear. His parents died in a fire in 1976, and Thomas was saved by Arnold. Arnold soon left his family, and Victor hasn’t seen his father for 10 years. When Victor hears Arnold has died, Thomas offers him funding for the trip to get Arnold’s remains. Rated: PG-13 (1998)
Mark your calendars for a book lover's dream! Hosted independently by Warren County Public Library with retail assistance from Plaid Elephant Books, the Back to Back Books festival will take place Saturday, September 21. The all-day event will put you in touch with talented, best-selling, award-winning authors, give you access to excellent presentations, provide a chance for you to receive *FREE copies of the headliners’ books, and let you purchase titles by additional authors in attendance. Presentations will take place at the Capitol, and books may be purchased and/or signed in the Author Hall at One Roof Space.
WCPL will be giving away 200 books by every headlining author following each presentation. Books will also be available for purchase in the Author Hall, where additional authors will be featured. Find out more information and reserve your free ticket today at warrenpl.org/b2b!
Reserve your tickets TODAY! Join the legendary crew of Expedition Bigfoot and other cryptid experts for a full day of presentations the first Saturday in August at The Capitol. Tickets start at just $20 (balcony) or $35 (floor)! ️
Want more? Get VIP access the speakers on Friday night at a special Cryptids and Cocktails event ($100). And keep the conversation flowing at the Saturday night afterparty for just $10! Tickets may be purchased separately, but bundle options are available, as well!
Don't miss your chance to uncover the mysteries of the unknown at the BG Bigfoot MiniCon! warrenpl.org/bigfoot
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Rev up your engines for a super high-speed movie at the Capitol Tuesday (6/25) at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are not required, but concessions will be sold (including popcorn made by our multi-talented movie crew!).
Here's the storyline: A cocky hot rod (Lightning McQueen) gets stranded in a desert town en route to a big race and gets a long-overdue lesson in humility. With the help of the town’s quirky car population, he learns that sometimes life is more about the voyage than the outcome of the race. Rated: G (2006)
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Calling ALL artists -- professional or amateur, creatives of ALL types: you have ONE WEEK until the deadline arrives for the Bigfoot Art Contest, which is Friday, July, 12! Paint, sketch, or sculpt a unique, creative depiction of Bigfoot to enter (not exceed 18×24 inches in size). Winners will receive FREE entry to the upcoming BG BigFoot MiniCon (warrenpl.org/bigfoot) scheduled for August 3! All pieces will be on display during the MiniCon the first weekend in August at either the Capitol or at SoKY Marketplace. Bring your entry to the Capitol between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m Monday through Thursday or between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on deadline day (7/12), since we're open a little later that day. If those times won’t work with your schedule, email Magnolia to arrange an alternate one ([email protected]).
👣Discover the unknown at the inaugural Bowling Green Bigfoot MiniCon, hosted by the Warren County Public Library! Get your tickets today! Presentations run Saturday, August 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and additional options are available for Friday and Saturday night events!👣 Dr. Mireya Mayor, explorer and primatologist from Discovery Channel's Expedition Bigfoot, is returning to the Capitol – but this time, she's bringing the whole crew! Join Dr. Mayor, along with Dr. Jeff Meldrum (Professor of Anatomy & Anthropology), Russell Acord (survivalist and Expedition Bigfoot star), and Ryan Golembeske (Bigfoot researcher and cryptozoologist) for a full day of fascinating presentations about the legendary Bigfoot. Want more? Upgrade your experience with exclusive events: 👣VIP Cryptids & Cocktails: Mingle with the speakers and shop from vendors on Friday night at SOKY Marketplace (separate ticket required). 👣Bigfoot & Beer Afterparty: Keep the conversation going after the MiniCon with a casual gathering at SOKY Marketplace (separate ticket required). Don't miss your chance to be a part of this exciting event. Visit warrenpl.org/bigfoot for more details.
👣Discover the unknown at the inaugural Bowling Green Bigfoot MiniCon, hosted by the Warren County Public Library! Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.👣 Dr. Mireya Mayor, explorer and primatologist from Discovery Channel's Expedition Bigfoot, is returning to the Capitol – but this time, she's bringing the whole crew! Join Dr. Mayor, along with Dr. Jeff Meldrum (Professor of Anatomy & Anthropology), Russell Acord (survivalist and Expedition Bigfoot star), and Ryan Golembeske (Bigfoot researcher and cryptozoologist) for a full day of fascinating presentations about the legendary Bigfoot. Want more? Upgrade your experience with exclusive events: VIP Cryptids & Cocktails: Mingle with the speakers and shop from vendors on Friday night at SOKY Marketplace (separate ticket required). Bigfoot & Beer Afterparty: Keep the conversation going after the MiniCon with a casual gathering at SOKY Marketplace (separate ticket required). Tickets are on sale now! Don't miss your chance to be a part of this exciting event. Visit warrenpl.org/bigfoot for more details.
Don't miss a chance to be part of a live studio audience at a night of outrageous stand-up comedy! Segments filmed at the Capitol will be featured in the upcoming season of "Comic Invasion!" premiering nationwide in syndication starting in September on more than 30 network stations including Bowling Green's CW. Get your tickets TODAY: https://warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/243
The Capitol stage will be rocking with Lucero in Bowling Green (KY) this FRIDAY. Get your tickets TODAY for Friday night show on May 17, at 8 p.m. warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/209
🎶Experience the amazing combo of southern rock and Memphis soul with Lucero live at the Capitol in Bowling Green: Friday, May 17, at 8 p.m. Get your tickets NOW: https://warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/209.🎶
Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles at the Capitol, scheduled for Saturday, May 18, at 7 p.m.!
Bring your Valentine downtown for a cute photo in front of the Capitol! And if your sweetheart is a book lover, pop in to your favorite library location and snag a pic in the stacks. Post it in the comments for bonus points!
Join us Friday, March 1, at 6 p.m. for an evening of storytelling and music with Sean Dietrich, aka "Sean of the South.” Sean will play songs from his album “Porch Music” as well as share stories of growing up in the American South. After the show, join him for a meet and greet, where he'll be hugging necks, shaking hands, and signing books. Purchase show tickets at https://warrenpl.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/182. Sean Of The South
Spend Sunday afternoon and (and evening) at the Capitol with the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock! Showtimes are: 🎬12:00 p.m. – featuring Jimmy Stewart (1948) 🎬2:00 p.m. – featuring Grace Kelly & Jimmy Stewart (Rated PG, 1954) 🎬4:30 p.m. – featuring Kim Novak & Jimmy Stewart (Rated PG, 1958) 🎬7:00 p.m. – featuring Anthony Perkins & Janet Leigh (Rated R, 1960) Admission is free. Concessions will be sold. (Popcorn will be tasty.) For the complete list of titles, go to capitolbg.org and click on the movie link.
The library is proud to be a part of Duncan Hines Days, as is Dolly Parton impersonator Natasha Neely! Join her at the Capitol for a Dolly tribute that includes music and stories on Saturday, June 10, at 2 p.m., a kickoff to the "Eats and Beats" part of the weekend. Tickets to her show are FREE at capitolbg.org. Explore duncanhinesdays.com for more details about the weekend celebration! #bakesingandshinewithdolly #bakeandjamwithdolly
Take a moment to watch the trailer for "In A Different Key." The film follows a mother who tracks down the first person ever diagnosed with autism, now an elderly man in rural Mississippi, to learn if his life story holds promise for her autistic son. Her journey exposes a history framed by race, money and privilege –- but leads to hope that more of us are learning to have the backs of those who are "different." We are honored to host a FREE community screening of "In A Different Key" at The Capitol on Saturday, April 15th. Doors open at 1 PM. A special thank you goes out to LifeWorks @ WKU, Dennis and Lynn O'Keefe, Ernie and Julie Small, LifeSkills, and Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex for bringing this film to our community. P.S. Tissues will be provided.
Our fav part of any musical event is SOUND CHECK! Fine tuning everything for tonight @lostriversessions featuring @samgyllenhaalband and opener Spooky Fox at The Capitol TONIGHT! Doors open @ 6 PM Students FREE with any school ID!
We might be a tad obsessed with Capitol Books by Friends of the Library! And we think you should be too! Most everything is $4 and under.
Join us tonight as Fountain Square Players hit the stage for Father of the Bride. Doors Open: 6:30 pm Show Time: 7:30 pm Tickets available for purchase at the door.
Support Capitol Arts Center by attending the Kentucky Acoustic Music Festival on Saturday, September 28th. This fundraiser will help ensure the Capitol remains a part of Downtown Bowling Green. Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/2kUFNQA
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