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hether it’s attending a festival or concert or sampling some of the local fare – barbecue is a favorite – Owensboro has much to offer its guests and residents alike. Please use the information provided in this guide – which is compiled from calendars from the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the city of Owensboro, the Owensboro Convention Center and websites of local organizations – to help you make your stay more enjoyable. If you need information not furnished in this guide, please contact the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau at (270) 926-1100.

This guide is a courtesy of the Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro’s daily source for local news. Every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of information as of the date of publication.

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Events & Festivals

April-May 2015 April 30- May 2

May 2

May 9

Sutton Elementary Derby Day 5K

Lanham Brothers Jamboree

There will be shopping for miles along Kentucky 54, from Leitchfield to Owensboro. (270) 256-3934

This family friendly 5K run/walk is at 9 a.m., and it starts and ends at Owensboro High School and benefits Sutton Elementary School students. 1800 Frederica St. (270) 686-1140

May 2

Highway 54 Spring Yard Sale

Trunnell’s Festival of Flowers Trunnell’s Farm Market will have fun for the family with activities for all ages from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Festival of Flowers is one of many events Trunnell’s offers on the weekends throughout spring, summer and fall. Admission fees vary. 9255 U.S. 431 (270) 733-2222 trunnellsfarmmarket.com May 2-3

Blue Bridge Music Festival Regional student music ensembles will perform in Cannon Hall of the RiverPark Center. 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2770

This free car show is from 4-9 p.m. in downtown Owensboro. Cruise-ins are on the first Saturday of the month, April through October, and are presented by the Sunset Cruisers car club. www.kycruisers.com

Concert series featuring the Lanham Brothers’ band and the Foot Stompin’ Express Dance Troupe in Diamond Lake Resort’s Good Time Theatre. Held at 7 p.m. the second Saturday of the month from April to September. April concert features Paul Moseley, Jason Tierney and Gaining Ground. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and younger. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 314-4331 lanhambrothersjamboree. com

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May 8-9

Preservation Station Market Days

International Bar-B-Q Festival

Downtown Owensboro Cruise-In

Preservation Station, which opened in the former West Louisville Elementary School, features vendors selling antiques, vintage items and handcrafted goods. Market Days are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first Saturday of the month and noon to 5 p.m. the first Sunday of the month. 9661 Kentucky 56 (270) 215-1045 visitpreservationstation.com

On the second weekend in May, the Owensboro riverfront is a center of activity when local cooking teams gather to compete with their secret recipes for barbecue. There is also musical entertainment, children’s activities, a car show, carnival rides, arts and crafts sales and more. www.bbqfest.com

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May 15

Friday After 5

Friday After 5 is a summer-long series of free, outdoor concerts held every Friday night starting May 15 through Aug. 28 at the RiverPark Center and on a stage in Smothers Park. Gospel on the River is offered several times throughout the summer in Cannon Hall of the RiverPark Center. Activities start at 6 p.m. 101 Daviess St. www.fridayafter5.com May 16

Live on the Banks This concert series is on Saturday nights

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throughout the summer months on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park.

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Moonlight Bootlegger 5K

This trail run at Diamond Lake Resort will benefit New Beginnings, a nonprofit organization that assists victims of sexual assault. Event starts at 8 p.m., and the race includes an after party. Runners must have a flashlight or headlamp to participate. 7301 Hobbs Road 336-409-2295 bootlegger5k.com/ owensboro2015

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Bluegrass on the Banks

These bluegrass concerts are held the first and third Tuesday nights of each month until early fall on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park.

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Memorial Day Half Marathon

This annual half marathon, sponsored by the Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department, starts and ends at Kentucky Wesleyan College. Race starts at 7 a.m. 3000 Frederica St. (270) 687-8700 www.owensboroparks.org May 27-30

‘Oleanna’

Harry Anderson, star of “Night Court,” will direct and perform in this twocharacter David Mamet drama. The performances

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are also a fundraiser for Theatre Workshop of Owensboro. Dinner theater performance is at 6:30 p.m. May 27, and tickets cost $60. Other performances are at 7:30 p.m., and tickets cost $30. 407 W. Fifth St. (270) 683-5333 May 29-30

Echoes of Elmwood

Stories presented during the 2010 “Voices of Elmwood” historic cemetery tour will be performed again. Tickets are $15 and available at the Owensboro Museum of Science and History. Elmwood Cemetery is at

Old Hartford Road and Breckenridge Street. (270) 687-2732 owensboromuseum.org May 30

100 Men Who Cook The Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club is hosting the Men Who Cook fundraiser featuring 100 celebrity chefs at 6 p.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center. Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the door. 501 W. Second St. (270) 685-4903 owensboro100menwhocook. com

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May 30

Get Moving at the Mount 5K Run/Walk

The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph are hosting their second 5K Run/Walk with all proceeds supporting the mission of the Ursuline sisters. This is also the official 5K celebrating the Bicentennial of Daviess County in 2015. Race starts at 8 a.m. 8001 Cummings Road, Maple Mount (270) 229-4103 http://ursulinesmsj.org/helpthe-sisters/5k May 30

Opening Bicentennial

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Celebrate Daviess County’s 200th birthday from 1 to 4 p.m. on the Daviess County Courthouse lawn. Planned activities include opening a time capsule from 1965, speeches, actors and demonstrations. 212 St. Ann St. daviess200.org May 30 – Aug. 15

Daviess County: Through the Lens of Art The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art will host this exhibition celebrating the 200th birthday of Daviess County. 901 Frederica St. 270-685-3181

June 2015 June 4

Le Vian Trunk Show

Nick T. Arnold Jewelers is hosting from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. this one-day event where shoppers can discover the legend of Le Vian, a bejeweled saga that spans from ancient royalty to today’s red carpet. 3630 Frederica St. (270) 686-8463 June 5

Moonlight Ride

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Plaza next to the Owensboro Convention Center before a 12.5-mile bicycle ride around the city starts at 10 p.m. The event benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. www.moonlightride.us June 12-14, 18-20

Summer Shorts

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro will present a series of original, unpublished one-act plays at its Trinity Centre theater. Tickets are $15, with student tickets for $10. 407 W. Fifth St. (270) 683-5333 June 12-14

OMG CON 2015

This conference is an annual event that brings together fans of anime, video games and tabletop games and is organized and promoted by the TriState Anime Promotional Society and presented at the Owensboro Convention Center. 501 W. Second St. www.omgcon.com June 13

Owensboro Soap Box Derby

The annual contest for youth racing, sponsored by the Owensboro Lions Club, features home-built cars on a track at Ben Hawes Park. The winners here go on to compete in the Akron, Ohio

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National Championships. 400 Booth Field Road www.owensborolions.com June 17-21

Dazzling Daylilies

A festival presented by the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, this event features hot air “Balloons Over the Garden,” a Walk and Talk, plant sale and more. 25 Carter Road (270) 852-8925 www.wkbg.org June 20

Elvis & Country Legends Tribute

Brad McCrady is performing at Diamond Lake Resort with his “Elvis & Legends Tribute” show with special guests, Barry Potter & The Hosscats and tribute artist Emily Portman Drake. The concert is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for children. This is one of many shows McCrady presents throughout the year. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 315-2108 bradmccrady.com June 24-27

ROMP: Bluegrass Roots & Branches Festival

The 12th Annual River of Music Party features four days of music, with most concerts held at Yellow Creek Park. Performers this year include John Prine, The

Punch Brothers and Sam Bush. 5710 Kentucky 144 (270) 926-7891 www.RompFest.com June 27 and July 4

Freedom Bash & Fireworks Display

Activities for the family include old-fashioned games as well as other activities at Diamond Lake Resort. Fireworks are on June 27. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 diamondlakeresort.net

July 2015 July 4

Bicentennial Fireworks

View the fireworks from downtown Owensboro’s riverfront as the city of Owensboro and Daviess County host a special fireworks display as part of the celebration for Daviess County’s 200th birthday. There will be special music and events, as well. Activities start at 3 p.m. (270) 687-8700 July 17-25

42nd Annual Dust Bowl This outdoor basketball tournament is open to all ages and is held at Kendall-Perkins Park on West Fifth Street. (270) 302-5174

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July 18-19 and July 25-26

‘Fiddler on the Roof’

Back Alley Musicals is presenting this classic Broadway musical in Cannon Hall of the RiverPark Center. Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for students plus a processing fee. 101 Daviess St. backalleymusicals.com July 22-25

Daviess County Lions Club Fair

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Fairgrounds. There will be tractor pulls, rides, food and more. Beauty pageants will be July 18-20 at the Hines Center, 1 Wellness Place. 6191 Kentucky 54, Philpot daviesscountyfair.com

August 2015 August 8

Big Blue Riverfront Relay Marathon

Teams of four, teams of three, teams of two and individual runners will compete in this relay-style marathon at 6 p.m. in downtown Owensboro. The event

starts on Veterans Boulevard. www.bigbluerelay.com August 8

Glow in the Park Run

A 5K run/walk at night through Yellow Creek Park featuring foam and special UV glow tunnels at each of the color stations. Race starts around 8:15 p.m. with an after party until 10:30 p.m. Race benefits New Beginnings, which offers sexual assault support services. 5710 Kentucky 144 http://glowintheparkrun. com/?race=owensboro2015

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and the Battle for the Big O winner. Tickets can be purchased online. Gates open at noon, and performances begin at 1 p.m. 4812 Kentucky 144 www.bigomusicfest.com

August 15

Owensboro Multicultural Festival

Hosted by First Presbyterian Church, this annual event is a celebration of cultures that educates the public through dance, music, arts and more. Event starts at 11 a.m. 1328 Griffith Ave. (270) 684-1467

August 20-24

River Valley Cluster Dog Show

Owensboro River City Kennel Club, Southern Indiana Kennel Club and Evansville Kennel Club are hosting a total of five all-breed shows at the Owensboro Convention Center. 501 W. Second St. (270) 686-7671 www.orckc.com

August 15

Big O Music Fest

The Big O Music Fest, held each year at Reid’s Orchard, features Jake Owen as headliner. The rest of the lineup includes Travis Tritt, Eric Paslay, Corey Smith, The Lacs

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Street Legends Car Show

Classic vehicles are on display throughout Diamond Lake Resort. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 diamondlakeresort.net August 22

Concert on the Lawn Owensboro Symphony Orchestra’s annual free concert held on the lawn at Kentucky Wesleyan College. Concert starts at 7 p.m. 3000 Frederica St. (270) 684-0661

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September 2015

Dragon Boat Festival

Hundreds of participants and thousands of spectators are expected at English Park to enjoy dragon boat racing on the Ohio River along with cultural entertainment and food. Activities start at 8 a.m. 2 Woodford Ave. owensborodragonboat.com August 29-30

September 5

East Bridge Art & Music Festival

Studio Slant hosts the fifth annual East Bridge Art and Music Festival in Smothers Park. 199 W. Veterans Blvd. (270) 684-3570 September 11-13

Diamond Lake Resort Gran Prix

Owensboro Air Show

This professional go-kart race typically features more than 100 drivers racing at high speeds on Diamond Lake Resort’s tracks. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900

An aircraft display and aerial demonstrations are from 4 to about 8:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the OwensboroDaviess County Regional Airport, 2200 Airport Road.

The air show is from 1 to about 3:30 p.m. Sept. 12-13 on the Owensboro riverfront. owensboroairshow.com September 12

Kentucky Wesleyan College Car & Truck Show

This vehicle show is open to all years and models of cars and trucks with awards given in several categories. Vehicle entry fee is $20, and there is no admission charge for spectators. Proceeds benefit the KWC All-American All-Sports Club. Event starts at 8 a.m. 3000 Frederica St. (270) 993-8072

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September 13

Mt. St. Joseph Annual Picnic & Barbecue Festival

For the 45th year, the Ursuline Sisters present barbecue chicken, mutton and pork, with serving starting at 10:30 a.m. Booths, crafts and other activities are planned. 8001 Cummings Road (270) 229-4103 www.ursulinesmsj.org Sept. 17-19, Sept. 24-26 and Oct. 1-3

Voices of Elmwood

The Daviess County Public Library and Owensboro Museum of Science and History present the annual Voices of Elmwood tour in Elmwood Cemetery. Performances start at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15. Old Hartford Road and Breckenridge Street (270) 687-2732 September 17-19

Highway 54 Fall Yard Sale

There will be shopping for miles along Kentucky 54, from Leitchfield to Owensboro. (270) 256-3934 September 19

Up, Down and Dirty Mudrun

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White on Second

This European-style dinner at 6 p.m. is a fundraiser for the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra in front of its academy on Second Street. Attendees are encouraged to dress in white. 211 E. Second St. (270) 684-0661 September 25-26

Grillin’ ‘n Chillin’ BBQ Cookoff

Diamond Lake Resort hosts this annual Kansas City Barbeque Societysanctioned contest that draws teams from several states. 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 September 26

Independence (Bank) Day at the Garden

Patriotic scarecrows will be on display at the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden. 25 Carter Road (270) 852-8925

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Bicentennial Farm Festival

The 29th Annual Farm Festival at Lampkin

Farm will celebrate Daviess County’s Bicentennial. There will be antique tractors, engines and equipment; flea market and crafts; kids rides and inflatables; and more. 8284 Short Station Road, Philpot daviess200.org October 2-4

Highway 60 Yard Sale

Eight western Kentucky counties will present the 10th annual Highway 60 Yard Sale. The sale will stretch for 200 miles along U.S. 60, from Livingston to Meade counties. highway60yardsale.com October 10

Monsters on the Ohio

This catfish fishing tournament attracts many anglers and takes place at English Park. 2 Woodford Ave. monstersontheohio.com October 10

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’

This classic Broadway musical based on the Biblical story kicks off the 2015-16 Broadway at the RiverPark Series. The show is at 7 p.m. 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787

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October 17-18

Reid’s Orchard Apple Festival

Reid’s Orchard has been celebrating apples and the fall season for more than two decades. Visitors can sample a variety of applethemed treats, and there are many family activities. The festival starts at 10 a.m. on Oct. 17 and noon on Oct. 18. 4812 Kentucky 144 (270) 685-2444 www.reidorchard.com October 29

Trail of Treats

Children in their favorite costumes can trick-ortreat at locations in Smothers Park and from merchants along Second Street.

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November 14December 31

39th Annual Holiday Forest: Across Cultures

The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art presents this annual celebration that features trees and decorations interpreting the theme, “Across Cultures.” The Holiday Forest runs in conjunction with “Across Cultures,” an exhibit that is a celebration of international folk art featuring works on loan from major museums and private collections. That exhibit runs from Nov. 14Feb. 21. 901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181 omfa.us

November 2015 November 7

Veterans Day Parade Our veterans will be celebrated during the annual Veterans Day Parade at noon along Second Street. www.owensboro.org/ events

79th Annual Owensboro- Daviess County Christmas Parade

This is the largest Christmas parade in Kentucky and the tristate area. Bands, lighted floats and Santa Claus will entertain all ages starting at 4:30 p.m. in downtown Owensboro. This year’s theme is “A Bicentennial Christmas.” ChristmasParade.net November 25

‘Ragtime The Musical’

This musical tells the stories of an upper-class wife, Jewish immigrant and Harlem musician in turn-of-the-century New York City and is part of the Broadway at the RiverPark series. The show is at 7 p.m. 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787 November 27 January 1

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Kraftucky

The Owensboro Convention Center is hosting Kraftucky, an arts and crafts show. 501 W. Second St. (270) 687-8800 owensborocenter.com

November 21

Veterans Day Parade

This outdoor driving lighted tour features more than 400,000 lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3 charge per carload. Wagon rides are also available. Open from 6-9 p.m. 5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 685-6142

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Second and Third streets from Daviess to St. Ann streets. Activities are from 4-8 p.m.

December 5

Reindeer Run 5K

This family-friendly 5K starts at Smothers Park. Santa and his reindeer will be there, and Santa will donate $5 to Care Net, a pregnancy support center, for each person who beats him. 199 W. Veterans Blvd. 270-685-5077 December 5

Bicentennial Closing Ceremony

A time capsule will be buried, actors, speeches and more. Will be held in conjunction with the Downtown Holiday Stroll. Daviess County Courthouse Lawn 212 St. Ann St. December 5

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Carolers, storefront decorations, indoor performers and other activities make up the annual Holiday Stroll on

December 5

Owensboro Dance Theatre’s ‘The Nutcracker’

Owensboro Dance Theatre presents its take on this Christmas classic featuring more than 100 community members along with the theatre company and guest artists. It’s at 7 p.m. at the RiverPark Center. 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787 owensborodancetheatre.org December 13

Owensboro Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops The Owensboro Symphony Orchestra, with the Owensboro Symphony Chorus, Kentucky Youth Chorale and Owensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra, plus special guests, present this

annual holiday show at the RiverPark Center. It is at 3 p.m. 101 Daviess St. (270) 684-0661 www.theoso.com December 15

‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’

This Christmas classic is part of the 201516 Broadway at the RiverPark Series. The show is at 7 p.m. 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787

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These are events traditionally held in Owensboro-Daviess County early each year. Please check with the Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau or the organizations directly to make sure these events are taking place as previously scheduled.

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Owensboro Boat and Recreation Show

awareness, according to its website. The race also raises Outdoor Owensboro money for several local Owensboro Hunting & Fishing Expo The organizations. In 2015, this Convention Center The Owensboro typically hosts this show at event was on March 21. Convention Center the end of February. In 2015, www.colorblast5k.org typically hosts this expo it was Feb. 26-March 1. in January or February. In In Concert 501 West Second St. 2015, it was the weekend of (270) 687-8800 Owensboro Dance Theatre Jan. 9-11. typically hosts its annual In 501 West Second St. Concert in March at the Feb. 12 (270) 687-8800 RiverPark Center. The show ‘Annie’ This classic story about little includes solos by ODT’s Ag Expo orphan Annie is part of the senior dancers as well as a themed act that is usually The Grain Day committee 2015-16 Broadway at the plans this annual event, RiverPark Series. The show based on a popular movie or story. In 2015, it was on which is traditionally held is at 7 p.m. March 13-14. the last Wednesday in 101 Daviess St. 101 Daviess St. January at the Owensboro (270) 687-2787 270-684-9580 Convention Center. Contact the Daviess County March 2016 Cooperative Extension at Home and Garden Show April 2016 270-685-8480 for more The Home Builders April 17 information. Association of Owensboro hosts this annual home and ‘I Love Lucy February 2016 garden expo the first weekend -Live on Stage’ in March at the Owensboro The classic 1950s sitcom Stones and Bones Convention Center. about Lucy and Ricky This annual fundraiser for 501 West Second St. Ricardo’s adventures is the Owensboro Museum (270) 688-0353 brought to life on stage of Science and History, as the final show of the 122 E. Second St., often 2015-16 Broadway at the has a Mardi Gras theme Color Blast 5K and is traditionally held in Several local organizations RiverPark Series. The show is at 7 p.m. February or March. For more partner to host this color information, contact the run, which is a celebration 101 Daviess St. museum at (270) 687-2732. to support disability (270) 687-2787

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1. Owensboro Museum

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of Science and History 2. Theatre Workshop of Owensboro 3. Riverpark Center Home of Back Alley Musicals 4. Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts 5. Reid’s Orchard 6. Yellow Creek Park 7. Panther Creek Park 8. Ben Hawes Park 9. Thompson-Berry Park 10. Smothers Park 11. English Park 12. Moreland Park 13. Legion Park 14. Chautauqua Park 15. Horse Fork Creek Park 16. To Evansville, IN Mesker Park Zoo 17. Western Kentucky Botanical Garden 18. International Bluegrass

24. C-ing Polkadots 25. Merle Norman Cosmetics 26. Inspector Gadgets 27. Baker’s Rack 28. Studio Slant 29. Book and Music Exchange 30. Nick T. Arnold Jewelers 31. Iron Horse Liquors 32. PBI Bank 33. Preservation Station 34. Val-U Liquors Lodging/Transportation 35. Ramada Inn/Days Inn 36. Limos By Knight Restaurants 37. Moonlite BBQ 38. Old Hickory Bar-B-Q 39. Ritzy’s 40. Ole South BBQ 41. Another Broken Egg 42. Bee Bop’s

Music Museum 19. Owensboro Convention Center 20. Owensboro Dance Theatre

Just in Case 43. Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

21. Kentucky Wesleyan College

44. The Clinic at Walmart

22. Holiday World

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Attractions

Ben Hawes Golf Course Hillcrest Golf Course 400 Booth Field Road (270) 687-7137

4346 Old Hartford Road (270) 687-8717

Bowlodrome/Club 300

Hometown Hero Hall of Fame

600 East 14th St. (270) 684-4737

Camp Loucon Training and Retreat Center 8044 Anneta Road, Leitchfield (270) 242-7160

Centre Court

(indoor tennis) 2901 Bittel Road (270) 240-4213

Daviess County Public Library 2020 Frederica St. (270) 684-0211

Diamond Lanes Bowling 1901 Triplett St. (270) 684-3020 410 Carlton Drive (270) 685-2695

215 E. Second St. (270) 926-1100

Misty Meadow Winery International Bluegrass 2743 Keller Road (270) 683-0361 Music Museum 117 Daviess St. (270) 926-7891

Kentucky Motor Speedway

8135 Haynes Station Road, Whitesville

Malco Cinema

5435 Frederica St. (270) 683-2123

Owensboro-Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau 215 East Second St. (270) 926-1100

1400 Hickman Ave. (270) 687-8720

Owensboro Dance Theatre

Ellis Park Horse Track 3300 U.S. 41, Henderson 1-800-333-8110

Call for reservations (270) 313-5596

Owensboro Convention Center

501 West Second St. (270) 687-8800 Lanham Brothers Western Kentucky’s Jamboree newest, premier meeting Diamond Lake Resort’s Good space - the Owensboro Convention Center - is a Time Theatre, full-service meeting facility 7301 Hobbs Road overlooking the Ohio River (270) 314-4331 in downtown Owensboro.

Edge Ice Center

Haunts of Owensboro Walking Tour

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is home to more than 700 animals, thousands of diverse botanic species and the indoor rainforest exhibit AMAZONIA, Forest of Riches. Connect to the natural world. meskerparkzoo.com.

Mesker Park Zoo

1545 Mesker Park Drive, Evansville, Ind. (812) 435-6143

2705 Breckenridge St. (270) 684-9580 odt1982@gmail.com Owensboro’s resident dance company presents a threeconcert series each season: “The Nutcracker,” a holiday tradition in Owensboro; “In Concert” and a professional dance company concert.

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Owensboro Symphony Orchestra 211 E. Second St. (270) 684-0661

The Ozone Laser Tag Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., MondayThursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday and 1-4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Major traveling exhibitions; visual and performing arts; interpretive events and educational programs for children and adults. omfa.us

533 Triplett St. (270) 926-8993

Panther Creek Golf Club

4641 Kentucky 1514, Utica (270) 785-4565

Pinecliffe Gardens Daylily and Hosta Farm 6745 Foster Road, Philpot (270) 281-9791

Owensboro Museum of Science and History

The Pearl Club at The Summit

122 E. Second St. (270) 687-2732

6501 Summit Drive (270) 281-4653

Owensboro Oilers Baseball

Pleasant Valley Riding Stables

www.owensborooilers.com

Owensboro Regional Farmers Market

2818 New Hartford Road (270) 275-9291

4762 Pleasant Valley Road, Philpot (270) 244-0040

Preservation Station 9661 Kentucky 56

(270) 925-1124 Vintage, arts, antiques and uniques! Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdaySaturday & 12-5 p.m. Sunday; this former elementary school has 30 shops under one roof!

Reid’s Orchard

4812 Kentucky 144 (270) 685-2444 Reid’s Orchard offers fruits, vegetables, flowers, plus the Reidland Play Area, The Apple House and School Tours, and we’re a beautiful site for Weddings & Receptions!

RiverPark Center 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2770

Skates Alive

600 Salem Drive (270) 926-7655

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro Trinity Centre, 407 W. Fifth St. Empress Theatre, 418 Frederica St. (270) 683-5003 TWO brings social,

ART GALLERY AND HANDMADE BOUTIQUE 624 EMORY DR. 270-684-3570

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artistic and educational value to the community using local talent. At 60 years old, we’re “The Longest Running Show in Town!”

Tropicana Evansville

421 NW Riverside Drive, Evansville, Ind. (812) 433-4000

Trunnell’s Farm Market

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9255 U.S. 431 (270) 733-2222

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden 25 Carter Road (270) 852-8925

Windy Hollow Raceway Park

4731 Windy Hollow Road (270) 785-4300

World’s Largest Sassafras Tree

Corner of Frederica Street and Maple Avenue

Area Parks City Parks

Features include skate park, walking trails and baseball diamonds.

Adkisson Greenbelt Park

The Greenbelt is a paved, multiuse trail that encircles several miles of the city. Walking, running, biking and skating are allowed on the trail.

English Park

2 Woodford Ave. Features include Ohio River view, boat ramp and playground.

Jack C. Fisher Park

400 Booth Field Road Features include a playground and hiking/ mountain biking trails.

3900 West Fifth Street Road Features include a four-field softball complex, practice field, paved walking trail and picnic facilities.

Chautauqua Park

Kendall-Perkins Park

Ben Hawes Park

1201 Bluff Ave.

West Fifth Street

50’ Style Diner & So Much More!

Features include a SprayPark, playground and tennis and basketball courts.

Legion Park

Byers Avenue between J.R. Miller Boulevard and Veach Road. Features include a playground, paved walking trail, tennis and basketball courts and SprayPark.

Moreland Park

1215 Hickman Ave. Features include tennis and basketball courts, a playground and paved walking trail.

Weddings • Parties Corporate Events

122 West 2nd Street • 663-0623

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Owensboro Parks & Recreation

1530 McJohnson Ave. (270) 687-8700

Smothers Park

199 West Veterans Blvd. Features include seasonal concession stand, Lazy Dayz Playground and a SprayPark.

Thompson-Berry Park Soccer Complex 1 Carter Road Features include an 11-field soccer complex, picnic facilities and playground.

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Waymond Morris Park

5200 Todd Bridge Road Features include a four-field football complex, paved walking trail and lake.

County Parks Daviess County Parks & Recreation 2620 Kentucky 81 (270) 685-6142

Horse Fork Creek Park

3005 Fairview Drive

Features include a large soccer complex, multiuse trail and lake.

Panther Creek Park

5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 926-6481 Features include trails, a lake, ball diamonds and picnic shelters.

Yellow Creek Park

5710 Kentucky 144 (270) 281-0436 Features include hiking trails, multi-purpose sports areas, Pioneer Village and a playground.

Eating Out BBQ

Baked goods, coffee & more

Fritz’s Bar-B-Q Shack 1230 Crabtree Ave. (270) 478-4931

Henry’s Boogalou BBQ 4313 Gate Way (270) 689-2271

Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-8143

Ole South Barbeque 3523 Kentucky 54 (270) 926-6464 6 a.m.-8 p.m., MondayThursday; 6 a.m.-9 p.m.,

Baskin Robbins Friday-Saturday; 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday. Owensboro & western Kentucky’s best kept BBQ secret! Breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet everyday! Carry-out and catering available.

Old Hickory Pit Bar-B-Q 338 Washington Ave. (270) 926-9000 Old Hickory BBQ is over six generations of award winning BBQ, helping make Owensboro, Kentucky the barbecue capital of the world.

3245 Mount Moriah Ave. (270) 240-5104

Cold Stone Creamery 5140 Frederica St. (270) 683-6570 112 Allen St.

The Crème Coffee House

109 E. Second St. (270) 683-7787

The Cupcakery

231 Williamsburg Square (270) 684-3809 112 Allen St. (270) 231-3008

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Dalisha’s Desserts 1010 Allen St. (270) 663-1258

Diane’s Bakery Delights 2710 E. Fourth St. (270) 684-1108

Koehler’s Bakery 1801 Carter Road (270) 683-2253

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt

5035 Frederica St., Suite 5 (270) 215-2365

Rolling Pin Pastry Shop

1129 E. 18th St. (270) 683-8363

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Starbucks

CYO Brewing

2402 Frederica St. (270) 684-0272 5151 Frederica St. (inside Target) (270) 686-7033

119 E. Second St. (270) 883-1045

Gambrinus Libation Emporium

Bars/pubs

116 West Second St. (270) 663-5464

3 Monkeys 4th St. Pub

The KryptoNight

Boiler Room

Milligan’s Lounge

1100 Walnut St. (270) 684-4999

3136 West Second St. (inside the Ramada Inn) (270) 685-3941

Club Bourbon on Main

O’Bryan Bar & Grill

1006 East Fourth St. (270) 478-7856

800 W. Second St. (270) 926-0800

2210 West Second St. (270) 903-3388

7006 Kentucky 815 (270) 229-9100

Introducing Fong, the Malayian Sun Bear

See what’s new at Indiana’s ﬁrst zoo. 1545 Mesker Park Drive | Evansville, IN 47720 812-435-6143 | meskerparkzoo.com

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Our Place

718 W. Ninth St. (270) 683-9882

Rocky’s Bar & Grill

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Norman McDonald’s Country Restaurant 6161 Kentucky 54 (270) 729-4272

819 Crittenden St. (270) 852-8835

Taylor’s Bar & Grill 2509 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 683-5577

The Yellow Rose

3220 W. Second St. (270) 926-6104

Burgers & more Big Dipper

2820 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-4806

Gary’s Drive-In

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Great Harvest Bread Co. 3211 Frederica St. (270) 691-0093

Ritzy’s

4527 Kentucky 54 East (270) 852-8887 4925 Frederica St. (270) 691-9195

Wyndall’s Wonder Whip

2434 E. Fourth St. (270) 684-8575

Casual dining Applebee’s Grill & Bar 5120 Frederica St. (270) 926-3472

Bob Evans Restaurant

2220 Veach Road (270) 683-4289

3123 Kentucky 54 (270) 683-3515

Hayden’s Drive-In

The Briarpatch

9209 Kentucky 56 (270) 229-0180

3040 Highland Pointe Dr. (270) 685-2092

5311 Frederica St. (270) 684-4118

Sandbar Bar & Grill 1108 W Ninth St. (270) 686-0007

Cheddar’s

2760 Veach Road (270) 685-3329

Logan’s Roadhouse 2945 Wimsatt Court (270) 684-3131

O’Charley’s

5205 Frederica St., (270) 686-8780

Pangea Café

1320 Carter Road (270) 689-9824

Ryan’s

4500 Frederica St. (270) 691-9787

Spudz-N-Stuff 3500 Villa Point (270) 804-4747

T.G.I. Friday’s

5135 Frederica St. (270) 686-1910

Val-U Liquors

Where your glass is always half full... 3023 Highland Pointe Dr. • 270-926-2555 Just off KY 54 across from Culvers Retail Liquor, Wine and Beer Specialty Beers and High Tier Wines Available Best service and selection in Owensboro Party/Wedding consultation available

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5421 U.S. 60 West (270) 926-9249

Dee’s BBQ and Diner

Fuji of Japan 4028 Frederica St. (270) 685-0046

701 W. First St. (inside the Holiday Inn) 270-691-8960

Hong Kong

Bee Bop’s

1650 Starlite Dr. (270) 852-7777

1362 E. Fourth St. (270) 686-0022

Mr. Wok Express

Deloris’ Café

3435 Frederica St. (270) 926-3688

2123 Triplett St. (270) 689-0997

Denny’s

4545 Frederica St. (270) 684-5488

Dinner Bell Restaurant

6057 Kentucky 2830 (inside the Hawesway Truckstop) (270) 685-5067

Another Broken Egg

New China Buffet 4768 Frederica St. (270) 683-7363

Ninki 3500 Villa Point (270) 685-9913

Pan Asian Chinese Food

122 W. Second St. (270) 663-0623 Locally owned 50s-style diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outside seating is available.

Bill’s Restaurant 420 Frederica St. (270) 852-8120

Colby’s Deli

401 Frederica St. (270) 684-2495

Colby’s Fine Food & Spirits 204 W. Third St. (270) 685-4239

2656 Frederica St. (270) 852-5288 or (270) 852-5335

Famous Bistro

Madewell’s Corner Café

Shogun of Japan

Fetta Specialty Pizza

Mendy’s Kitchen

Tokyo Japanese Restaurant

JD’s Restaurant

1420 Breckenridge St. (270) 683-9419

924 E. Second St. (270) 926-5002 924 Crabtree Ave. (270) 685-0835

Windy Hollow Restaurant

8260 Kentucky 81 (open Sundays only) (270) 785-4088

5010 Wildcat Way (270) 685-9980

3415 Frederica St. (270) 926-1020

Wasabi Express 636 Southtown Blvd (270) 684-3500

102 W. Second St. (270) 686-8202 118 Saint Ann St. (270) 926-0005

Lure Seafood & Grille 401 W. Second St. (inside the Hampton Inn and Suites) (270) 240-4556

The Miller House 301 E. 5th St. (270) 685-5878

Salsarita’s Mexican and Fusion 3500 Villa Point (270) 686-7505

Carleo’s Food & Spirits 3118 Alvey Park Drive, Suite 1 (270) 684-0290

El Toribio Mexican Restaurant

630 Emory Dr. (270) 691-6133 3034 E. Fourth St. (270) 683-8361

El Tucan

3600 Frederica St., Suite F (270) 689-0954

Papa Grande 544 Southtown Blvd. (270) 683-1615

Real Hacienda

3023 Highland Pointe Dr. #106 (270) 684-5595 4820 Frederica St. (270) 685-5950

Pizza/ Italian 54 Pizza Express 1700 Starlite Drive (270) 683-5400 3101 Alvey Park Drive (270) 683-5454

Brick House Pizza

2410 Frederica St. (270) 231-8083

Cecilia’s Pizza

1741 Scherm Road (270) 684-0050 5000 Frederica St. (inside Towne Square Mall) (270) 684-2600

Maloney’s Pizza 3030 Highland Pointe Drive (270) 684-8080

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Niko’s Italian Restaurant

2200 East Parrish Ave. (270) 852-1618

Olive Garden

5204 Frederica St. (270) 683-4848

Pizza By The Guy

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(270) 684-1111 3020 U.S. 60 East (270) 691-0064

(270) 926-4045

Thruston Pizza & Subs

Beef O’Brady’s

5615 Kentucky 144 (270) 281-9900

Seafood

3115 Commonwealth Court (270) 686-8603

Catfish Willy’s

PizzAroma

Red Lobster

1401 Carter Road

1017 Tamarack Road (270) 686-3677 3410 Frederica St.

Sports bars 3189 Fairview Drive (270) 685-4969

Buffalo Wild Wings 4736 Frederica St. 270-686-7800

Show-Me’s

5000 Frederica St. (inside Towne Square Mall) (270) 683-7788

Shopping & Retail Abbington’s Bridal

217 Allen St. (270) 684-3733

The Bakers Rack is a unique gift store for Owensboro and beyond. It features home accessories, china, crystal, antiques and a wide range of gifts.

Another Chance Consignment

Book & Music Exchange

1531 Frederica St. (270) 684-4547

Andria’s Candies

908 Leitchfield Road (270) 685-0573

Bella Ragazza

120-A West Second St. (270) 993-5069

The Baker’s Rack 2690 Frederica St. (270) 684-6130

4032 Frederica St.  (270) 6885955

Moneytree-Book & Music Exchange

1421 Triplett St (270) 684-0000 Buy-Sell-Trade TVs, VCRs, electronics, video systems & games, plus see our expanded line of new UK & UofL merchandise and gift shop items (flags, stepping stones, candles, etc.)

Blossoms/The Shoe Garden 805 Frederica St. (270) 689-2229

Buds Tweentique

401 W. Second St. (inside the Hampton Inn and Suites) (270) 689-2229

C-ing Polkadots

115 West Second St. (270) 240-4394 Whimsical elegance in original art, jewelry, gift baskets, home décor, children’s boutique galore, and unique gifts for all occasions. www.c-ingpolkadots.com

Danhauer Drugs 330 Frederica St. (270) 684-2341

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Don & Daisy’s Pharmacy Plus

720 West Byers Ave. (270) 683-2400

The Earle Menswear 2660 Frederica St. (270) 684-3111

Home Inspired

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3271 Alvey Park Drive (270) 684-9047

Inspector Gadgets 503 E. 18th St. (270) 689-0777

3271 Alvey Park Drive (270) 541-1012

Excursions

3811 Kentucky 54 (270) 312-2300

Gordy’s Owensboro Music Center 1303 Breckenridge St. (270) 684-2156

J’s Liquors & The Cheese Shop

Kid’s Inspired

1616 Frederica St. (270) 674-0312

Glass Factory

2509 West Parrish Ave. (270) 685-2397

2216 New Hartford Road (270) 683-8378

Elizabeth’s Weddings and Formal Wear

2738 Frederica St. (270) 926-8388

J’s Liquors

Iron Horse Liquors

3031 Burlew Blvd. (270) 926-3787 We offer a great variety of bourbon, whiskey, vodka and rum. Come check out our great selection today.

KidStop Children’s Boutique 3333 Frederica St. (270) 926-6433

Kohl’s

3500 Villa Point (270) 684-3632

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Kuntry Kutter

Owensboro RV

Simply Chic

Lance & Company Jewelers

Owensboro Trading Post

Southtown Plaza

Legends

Owensboro Winnelson

122 E. 18th St. (270) 764-5524

2730 Frederica St. (270) 686-0001

325 Park Plaza Drive (270) 684-9600

Lifeway Christian Stores 5221 Frederica St. (270) 685-4901

3810 West Parrish Ave. (270) 316-0661

420 Breckenridge St. (270) 925-1967

331 Leitchfield Road (270) 691-6040

Party Paper Place 320 Washington Ave. (270) 684-5189

Lodan Jewelry

Patti’s Resale

Merle Norman Cosmetics

Peachtree Gallery

315 Park Plaza Drive (270) 663-0399

2785 Veach Road (270) 685-2259

M&M Jewelers

100 W. Second St. (270) 684-8861

Nick T. Arnold Jewelers

3630 Frederica St. (270) 686-8463 Jewelers since 1902, Nick T. Arnold offers a vast selection of merchandise in the store and on its website. We also do extensive repairs and restoration of jewelry, watches and clocks.

Owensboro Antique Mall

500 West Third St. (270) 684-3003

605 Park Plaza Drive (270) 684-9679 108 West Second St. (270) 926-1081

Peacocks and Pearls 3811 Kentucky 54, Suite 103 (270) 926-7467

Pier 1 Imports 5221 Frederica St., Suite 101 (270) 683-2323

Rebecca’s Gift Gallery

512 E. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-0103

Shoe Carnival

5241 Frederica St. (270) 689-0717

Shoe Stop

4650 Frederica St. (270) 686-7508

101-A West Third St. (270) 683-6333 (Best Buy, Target, TJ Maxx, Jo-Ann Fabrics, PetSmart, Cato and more) 5100 Frederica St.

Studio Slant

624 Emory Drive (270) 684-3570 Studio Slant is an art studio and handmade boutique, with the purpose of combating the “oatmealization” of the world. The handmade movement is growing. Celebrate Art, Celebrate Humanity!

Towne Square Mall 5000 Frederica St. (270) 683-4545

Towne Square North (Books-a-Million, Hobby Lobby and more) 4600 Frederica St.

Trisons

507 Frederica St. (270) 683-2309

Upper Room Music 540 Carlton Drive (270) 683-7575

Willow Tree

3121 Commonwealth Court (270) 926-6154

COMING SOON (May 27-30 at Trinity Centre, 407 W. Fifth St) OLEANNA. A drama by David Mamet, starring Harry Anderson, of the classic T V show NIGHT COURT. Anderson plays a college professor accused of sexual misconduct by a young co-ed. Liberty Larson plays the student. Anderson will also direct the play, a fundraiser for T WO. (June 12-14 at The Empress, 418 Frederica) PINOCCHIO. The timeless fable of Gepetto’s puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy. His adventures toward that end have been a favorite of young and old for more than 100 years. A T WO youth production, featuring children of all ages. (June 12-21 at Trinity Centre) SUMMER SHORTS. A collection of original one-act plays by contemporary writers. A great way to see new works in their premiere productions. (June 19-20 at The Empress) THE YELLOW BOAT. True story of an eight year-old boy afflicted with AIDS related complications, this moving drama will be presented by, and for, young people. Playwright David Saar based the play on his own son’s experience. His personal connection drives the story to an unforgettable conclusion. (July 17-19 at The Empress) SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK. A musical about a first time teacher and the imaginary characters who help him prepare for it. Based on the 1970s cartoon known for its creative educational techniques. (July 26 and August 2 at Smothers Park) SHAKESPEARE AT SMOTHERS. The comedy T WELF TH NIGHT will be presented in Smothers Park, at the band shell. Free to the public, the show will be on Sunday afternoons. Showtimes and ticket prices vary. For more information, call the T WO Box Office at (270) 683-5333 or go to theatreworkshop.org.

HARRY ANDERSON (Bio) Best known for his portrayal of Judge Harry Stone on T V’s NIGHT COURT, Anderson was first a featured player on CHEERS playing card sharp, Harry The Hat! He also starred in the comedy DAVE’S WORLD, as newspaper columnist Dave Barry. Anderson has done movies and theatre, and toured with a magic show called HARRY ANDERSON’S SIDESHOW. He has performed and directed OLEANNA several times, receiving positive response around the country. LIBERTY LARSEN (Bio) Liberty Larsen is a songwriter, actress, and fourth generation magician from Los Angeles. She is the host and production manager for The Brookledge Follies, a historic variety arts collective hidden in Hollywood. Her performances there range from music and magic to comedy, dance and grand guignol mediumship.

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Accommodations

Comfort Suites

Fairfield Inn

800 Salem Drive (270) 688-8887

230 Salem Drive (270) 926-7675

French Lick Resort and Casino

Country Inn and Suites

8670 W. State Road 56 French Lick, Ind. (812) 936-9300

3220 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 685-2433

Hampton Inn

Courtyard Owensboro

615 Salem Drive (270) 926-2006

3120 Highland Pointe Drive (270) 685-4140

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/ Waterfront

Days Inn

3720 New Hartford Road (270) 684-9621

Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront 701 W. First St. 270-683-1111

Motel 6

4585 Frederica St. (270) 686-8606

Ramada Inn

3136 W. Second St. (270) 685-3941

401 West Second St. (270) 685-2005

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Tropicana Evansville

51 Bon Harbor Hills (270) 691-6200

421 N.W. Riverside Drive, Evansville, Ind. (812) 433-4400

Super 8 Motel

Campgrounds

1027 Goetz Drive (270) 685-3388

Diamond Lake Resort and Campground

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900

Windy Hollow Campground and Recreational Area 5141 Windy Hollow Road (270) 785-4150

Transportation Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1104 Frederica St. (270) 926-4477 703 Salem Drive (270) 685-2220

Executive Taxi Service 3520 New Hartford Road,

Suite 208 (270) 926-8000

Hertz Rent a Car 3295 Highland Pointe Drive (270) 926-4788 5051 Frederica St. (270) 683-1624

Limos by Knight

2921 Frederica St. (270) 684-4688 Limos By Knight has a vehicle for any occasion from Proms, Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries to Wine & Bourbon Tours, etc. Call us today or visit www.limosbyknight.com.

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Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport

Cape Air

River City Trolley

(nonstop flights to St. Louis) (866) 227-3247

Owensboro Transit System (270) 687-8570

Allegiant Air

Owensboro Transit System

Yellow Cab Company

2200 Airport Road (270) 685-4179 (nonstop flights to Orlando) (702) 505-8888

430 Allen St. (270) 687-8570

729 Cumberland Ave. (270) 683-6262

Higher Learning Kentucky Wesleyan College 3000 Frederica St. (270) 926-3111 Kentucky Wesleyan is a nationally acclaimed liberal arts college that offers 30 majors and 10 pre-professional choices, including well-known

programs in the sciences, business, education, criminal justice, zoology, religion, psychology and music. www.kwc.edu

Brescia University 717 Frederica St. (270) 686-4338

Owensboro Community & Technical College

4800 New Hartford Road (270) 686-4400

Western Kentucky University â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Owensboro

4821 New Hartford Road (270) 684-9797

Just In Case The Clinic at Walmart

3151 Kentucky 54 (270) 685-1260 5031 Frederica St. (270) 686-1399

Gateway Urgent Care

3245 Mt. Moriah Ave., Suite 10 (270) 663-0955

Owensboro Health Multicare 2211 Mayfair Ave. (270) 688-1352

Immediate Care Center 1200 Breckenridge St., Suite 103 (270) 683-7553

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital 1201 Pleasant Valley Road (270) 417-2000 For an emergency, dial 911

Springs Urgent Care 2200 E. Parrish Ave. (270) 852-1632

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