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THINGS TO DO Your 2019 Guide to Owensboro

A special publication of the Messenger-Inquirer

Welcome to

Owensboro Boasting a small-town vibe with bigcity attractions, Owensboro offers the best of both worlds.

From award-winning Smothers Park to O.Z. Tyler Distillery — the westernmost point on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail — there is something for everyone in the city of Owensboro. Locally owned markets and shops line our streets with welcoming atmospheres, and some of the finest dining can be found all across town.

Known for its many festivals, Owensboro kicks off each summer with its famed International Bar-B-Q Festival.

Another of Owensboro’s annual attractions is ROMP Fest, held each June at Yellow Creek Park. The festival attracts thousands of music lovers and a pleth-

ora of artists playing bluegrass, newgrass, folk and Americana.

Don’t miss Owensboro’s newest gem: The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum opened in its new location in October 2018 and offers concerts and films at Woodward Theatre, multiple permanent and traveling exhibits, invaluable bluegrass artifacts and an extensive video oral history archive.

We welcome you to use the information provided in this guide — compiled from calendars from the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the city of Owensboro, the Owensboro Convention Center and local organizations — to help 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.

RECURRING EVENTS Bluegrass Music Open Jam Session Experience bluegrass music during open jam on the first Thursday of each month. Musicians begin at 6 p.m. and usually jam until around 9 p.m. The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is generally open during this time.

311 W. Second St. (270) 926-7891 Friday After 5 Free, outdoor concerts are held every Friday night from May 17-Aug. 31 in numerous spots along the Owensboro riverfront.

101 Daviess St. www.fridayafter5.com Market Days Preservation Station 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) 925-1124 or (270) 616-7007 Live on the Banks This free concert series is on Saturday nights from May 18-Sept. 28 on the Overlook Stage and at the Allen Street Pavilion in Smothers Park.

199 W. Veterans Blvd. www.liveonthebanks.com

Rosine Barn Jamboree Every Friday night through Dec. 13, enjoy three live bluegrass shows in the hometown of Bill Monroe, considered the father of bluegrass music. Admission is free.

8205 U.S. 62 (270-298-0036 First Saturday for Kids: Flowers in Bloom The Western Kentucky Botanical Garden hosts activities for children 12 years and younger on the first Saturday of each month.

25 Carter Road (270) 993-1234 First Weekend Wonders: Volunteer Work Session Help maintain the grounds of the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden through this program the first weekend of each month. A light lunch is provided.

25 Carter Road (270) 993-1234 Sunset Cruisers Downtown Cruise-In 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

Ritzy’s Cruise-In Car Show This free car show is from 5-9 p.m with no entry fees.

Cruise-ins are on the third Saturday of the month, April through October, at Ritzy’s Kentucky 54 location and are open to all types of cars.

4527 Kentucky 54 www.ritzysofowensboro. com Owensboro Regional Farmers Market The 2019 Market Season runs on Saturdays through Nov. 2, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 4-Oct. 31. Evening markets are scheduled for June 13, July 11 and Aug. 8. A satellite market is also offered on Wednesdays from May 15-Aug. 28 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.

1205 Triplett St. www.owensbororegional farmersmarket.org Elvis and Country Legends Tribute Show Brad McCrady returns as Elvis and brings many special guests with him to the stage at Diamond Lake’s Good Time Theater.

Shows are scheduled for May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

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May 2019

May 3

Whitesville Lions Club Chili Supper and Pie Auction Whet your appetite with dinner at the Whitesville Senior Citizen Center, then stay as delectable desserts fly for a high price. The 2019 edition of this famed annual fundraiser benefits Puzzle Pieces and Wendell Foster.

10345 Kentucky 54

May 3-4

Highway 54 Spring Yard Sale Shop for miles along Kentucky 54, from Leitchfield to Owensboro.

(270) 256-3934

May 3-5

The Miracle Worker The story of Helen Keller and her teacher, Ann Sullivan, comes to life in this profound staged play at The Empress Theater.

Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for students, plus taxes and fees.

418 Frederica St. (270) 683-533

May 4

Festival of Flowers Trunnell’s Farm Market hosts a collection of beautiful blooms on its property in Utica. Visitors can learn about outdoor container gardening and growing herbs, as well as enjoy children’s activities

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and the Animal Barnyard.

Admission for adults and children over 3 feet tall is $7; children under 3 feet tall get in for free.

9255 US 431 (270) 733-2222 trunnellsfarmmarket.com

May 4

Dill Dash for Diabetes This third annual walk benefits juvenile diabetes awareness.

1215 Hickman Ave.

May 4

Sutton Elementary Derby Day 5K 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 8-9

Women’s Guild of Owensboro 80th annual luncheon The Women’s Guild of Owensboro will host its annual luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. May 8-9 at the home of Ann Watson, 1827 Fieldcrest Drive. Tickets are $25 a person and include a tour of the home and lunch.

The Plein Air Art Group of Owensboro will also present live painting and will have art for sale at the luncheon.

All proceeds go to benefit a number of community nonprofits that support health and wellness.

May 10-11

International Bar-B-Q Festival 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

May 12

Mum’s Day Picnic in the Garden Celebrate mothers with family and friends at the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden. A “queen’s quiche,” fruit, sweets and tea are on the lunch menu.

Registration preferred.

25 Carter Road (270) 993-1234

May 12

Mother’s Day Brunch Mothers are invited to an elegant brunch at the Owensboro Convention Center. Tickets available for adults and children.

501 W. Second St. (270) 687-8800

May 17-July 24

Kentucky Perspectives Four exhibits will run concurrently at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art that depict period’s of Kentucky’s cultural history from the 1800s-present.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

May 18

(270) 691-2022

Armed Forces Appreciation Lunch Wendell Foster’s Sensory Park shows its appreciation for the military by hosting this event honoring active and retired servicemen and women. A free lunch and yard games are provided. RSVP by May 10.

May 18 100 Men Who Cook 100 community “chefs” will prepare their favorite dishes for this fundraiser benefitting the Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club and Honor Flight Bluegrass.

501 W. Second St.

May 18

Joe Ford Day This free event at the Joe Ford Nature Center offers activities for the entire family such as face painting, balloons and live music. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a trail walk, too.

3870 W. Second St. (270) 302-2755

May 21

Rolling Thunder Run for the Wall Memorial Service Join the thousands of

motorcyclists who cross the U.S. each year to observe Memorial Day in Washington, D.C. A memorial service will be held with the public at the Shelton Memorial at Smothers Park.

May 25

Memorial Day Celebration & Golf Cart Rodeo This annual flag-raising ceremony is held at Diamond Lake Resort, with its popular golf cart rodeo following.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

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May 31

Take a Kid Tent Camping Panther Creek Park hosts this event at the Feather Landing Shelter. Attendees can enjoy activities such as bingo, 4-H programs and s’mores around the campfire. Registration required. Open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by chaperone over 18.

5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 685-6142

May 25-26

Soap Box Spring Rally “Race to Remember” The Owensboro Lion Club sponsors this spring soap box derby race at Ben Hawes City Park. Activities run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

400 Boothfield Road (270)-302-5443

June 2019 June 1

Epilepsy Walk Help spread awareness of epilepsy and raise funds for the Epilepsy Foundation of Kentuckiana with this 5K walk at Legion Park.

3047 Legion Park Drive www.efky.org

June 1

Owensboro Area Quilt Guild Show Gather at the Kentucky National Guard Armory for a showcase of more than 120 quilts. Long-arm quilter and textile artist

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DeLoa Jones will give a talk, and door prizes, vendor booths, veterans quilts and donation quilts will be available.

3300 Tamarack Road

June 1

Take a Kid Fishing Day The Feather Landing Shelter at Panther Creek Park hosts this morning fishing derby complete with awards ceremony. Attendees can also participate in a casting and reeling competition.

5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 685-6142

June 1

Terry Lee and His Million Dollar Band Fan-favorite Terry Lee returns to Diamond Lake’s Good Time Theater for more family-friendly entertainment.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

June 4-7

Motorsports Art Camp Children can enjoy a free camp at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, where they can design and decorate cars that will be raced during the Motorsports Festival in August.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

June 5, 12, 19, 26 Nature Camp

Sign up to attend any or all of this series at the Joe Ford Nature Center. Sessions are split into groups for campers ages 7-10 and 11-13.

3870 W. Second St. (270) 302-2755

June 7-9

OMG!con 2019 This annual conference brings together fans of anime, video games and tabletop games and is organized and promoted by the Tri-State Anime Promotional Society and presented at the Owensboro Convention Center.

501 W. 2nd St. (270) 687-8800 www.omgcon.com

June 8

Relay For Life Join teams from Daviess and McLean counties at Smothers Park for a joint event raising awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society.

199 W. Veterans Blvd.

June 8

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 National Championships.

400 Booth Field Road www.owensborolions.com

Get out & Get Active Smothers Park

199 West Veterans Blvd.

270-687-8333

Hillcrest Golf Course 4346 Old Hartford Road 270-687-8717

Summer & Fall Daily Fee Specials 18 Hole with Cart (Weekday) ........................... $22 Concession Stand Hours (weather permitting) 18 Hole with Cart (Weekend) ............................ $26 9 Hole with Cart .................................................$17 18 hole FootGolf with Cart ............................... $22 When school is in Session: Monday – Friday................................. 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Senior Week Day Rate with Cart .......................$18 Saturday & Sunday ............................11 a.m.-7 p.m. Twilight FootGolf Rate after 3 p.m. with Cart ...$10 Twilight Rate with Cart ......................................$10 Summer Break: Open Daily ....................................... 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Ben Hawes Golf Course 4346 Old Hartford Road Combest Pool Cravens Pool 270-687-7137 www.owensboroparks.org – book tee time online 1530 McJohnson Avenue 2815 Cravens Pool 270-687-8723 270-687-8724 Summer & Fall Daily Fee Specials Par 3 - 9 Hole Golf Course ................................$10 Open May 25 – August 4 18 Hole with Cart (Weekday) .......................... $25 18 Hole with Cart (Weekend) ........................... $30 Public Swim Hours Senior Rate with Cart ....................................... $22 Monday-Friday .............................. .Noon-4:30 p.m.

Par 3 – 9 Hole FootGolf Course .........................$10 Night Swim- Tuesdays (CRAVENS) & Twilight Par 3 - 9 Hole FootGolf after 3 pm......... $7 Thursdays (COMBEST) 7-9 p.m.

18 Hole Twilight Rate with Cart .........................$17 No Night Swim Thursday, July 4 in 9 Hole Twilight Rate with Cart ...........................$15 observance of Independence Day. Lazy Day Playground open 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

Saturday ...................................... 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sunday........................................................ 1-5 p.m. Edge Ice Center 1400 Hickman Avenue 270-687-8720 Daily Fees

Combest/Cravens................................................. $3 Children (under 2)..............................................Free Groups (10 or more) ........................................$2.75 Night Swim..................$3 Tuesday Nights Thursday Nights (COMBEST) (CRVENS) ..............................................................

Daytime Sessions Wednesday & Thursday Saturday Sunday

1-4 p.m. ................. $4 1-4 p.m. .................. $6 1-4 p.m. .................. $6

Inner Tube (Combest ONLY)…..$5

Evening Sessions Friday Saturday

7-10 p.m.................. $7 7-10 p.m.................. $7

www.owensboroparks.org

(May 20-Aug 2 only)

June 8

June 14-15, June 21-22

PorchFest The celebrated one-day outdoor music festival returns to Griffith Avenue. Enjoy live music throughout the Dogwood Azalea neighborhood as numerous homes turn their porches into stages.

June 8 Kansas in concert Legendary band Kansas will appear onstage at the Owensboro Sportscenter for a night of classic rock.

1215 Hickman Ave.

June 8-9 Formula Drift Trike Competition Bring your trike and check out this competition at Diamond Lake Resort.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

Shrek The Musical Jr. The Empress Theater hosts this youth version of the popular musical.

418 Frederica St. (270) 683-5333

400 Booth Field Road

June 15

Art By the Stars

4346 Old Hartford Road (270) 687-8717

June 15 This annual showcase at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art displays art by local celebrities. The evening includes live music and an auction.

June 15-16

Every evening for a week, gather at Legion Park and take part in Owensboro’s newest athletic competition. Teams guaranteed to play three games.

Parent & Child Golf Scramble Families of all ages are welcome at this annual event at Ben Hawes Golf Course and Hillcrest Golf Course, respectively. The top three

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(270) 687-7137

Tractor & Implement Show & Yard Sale Diamond Lake celebrates tractors and implements with a “Show ‘n Shine,” rodeo-related events and a parade through the park.

It will also host its annual yard sale.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

Handmade wares from around the country! Pewter, Pottery, Jewelry & One-of-A-Kind Finds 270-764-5524

finishers in each division will be awarded trophies.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

June 17-23 2nd Annual Owensboro Street Soccer Brawl

3047 Legion Park Drive (270) 687-8700

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June 21-22

Owensboro Peddlers Mall Summer Sidewalk Sale Outdoor event featuring vendors, food, door prizes, giveaways and amazing steals and deals. Free admission. Call for information on how to participate: (270) 685-8292 601 Commerce Drive

June 22-29

2019 Dazzling Daylilies Festival/Balloons Over the Garden 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 22

Hillbilly Alympics Fun for the entire family.

Enter to be crowned Mr. & Ms. Hillbilly. Non-stop

food, games and prizes all day at Diamond Lake Resort.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

June 26-29

2019 ROMP Fest The 16th annual River of Music Party, put on by Owensboro’s Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, features four days of concerts, jam sessions, workshops, arts and crafts, food and revelry at Yellow Creek Park. This year’s performers include Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder with special guest Patty Loveless, Sam Bush, Steve Earle & The Dukes, The Del McCoury Band and Rhonda Vincent & The Rage.

5710 Kentucky 144 (270) 926-7891 www.rompfest.com

June 29

The Godfathers in Concert

Enjoy a night of blues, country, pop, rock and standards at Diamond Lake Resort’s Good Time Theater.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

July 2019 July 3, 10, 17, 24

Nature Camp Sign up to attend any or all of this series at the Joe Ford Nature Center. Sessions are split into groups for campers ages 7-10 and 11-13.

3870 W. Second St. (270) 302-2755

July 4

All American Fourth of July The city’s annual celebration of America’s birthday offers food vendors and live music set against the Owensboro riverfront.

After dark, enjoy a dazzling fireworks display.

(270) 785-4565 4641 KY-1514 Utica

Cakes, Cookies, Pies & Donuts Drive-Thru

3152 Commonwealth Ct. (across from Kohl’s) (270) 684-1108

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July 6

Stop Drop and Run 5K Join this 5K in Moreland Park to raise funds for the Owensboro Professional Firefighters Local 870 Union.

1215 Hickman Ave.

July 6

Freedom Bash Celebrate America’s independence at Diamond Lake Resort with a pie-eating contest, “chicken chuckin” and a fireworks display.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

July 19-21, and 26-28 Summer Shorts Theatre Workshop of Owensboro stages 13 original, one-act plays at this popular festival.

(270) 683-5333

July 19-27 46th 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 owensborodustbowl.org

July 27

Cardboard Boat Building/Races Daviess County Build your best cardboard Lions Club Fair boat and enter it in this The Daviess County Lions race at Diamond Lake. A Club Fair is held annually boat-building seminar is at the Daviess County Fair- slated for July 26. grounds, with tractor pulls, 7301 Hobbs Road rides, food, competitions, live events and more.

(270) 229-4900 6191 Kentucky 54, Philpot http://diamondlakeresort. www.daviesscountyfair.com net

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Aug. 1

Cork & Cuisine The Owensboro Convention Center hosts this annual five-course food-, wine- and spirits-pairing event.

501 W. Second St. (270) 683-8267

Aug. 2-4

Owensboro-Daviess County Motorsports Festival Enjoy a weekend with activities celebrating racing. Events kick off Friday at Windy Hollow Raceway Park, move Saturday to the Owensboro Sportscenter and wrap up Sunday at Kentucky Motor Speedway.

Aug. 16-17

Street Legends Car Show Classic vehicles are on display throughout Diamond Lake Resort.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

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Aug. 17

21st Annual Multicultural Festival Free family event hosted by First Presbyterian Church to celebrate diversity in the community. Grab a “passport� at the information booth and visit 30-40 booths to learn about diversity. Check out the food court for a taste of the world, and be entertained with music, dance and drama from around the world.

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

1328 Griffith Ave. https://www.facebook.com/owensboro multiculturalfestival/

Aug. 17

Concert on the Lawn Enjoy an evening of free music by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra on the front lawn of Kentucky Wesleyan College.

2000 Frederica St. (270) 684-0661

Aug. 17

Three Dog Night in Concert Rock legends Three Dog Night visit the Owensboro Sportscenter to celebrate five decades of music.

1215 Hickman Ave.

Aug. 24

5th Annual Emergency Services Gala First responders are honored during an evening of live music, dinner and dancing.

501 W. Second St. (270) 686-7671

Aug. 24-27

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

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Aug. 31

Aug. 31-Sept. 1

New Beginnings Presents A Vision for Change: An Evening with Elizabeth Smart Elizabeth Smart’s 2002 abduction shocked the public, which rejoiced in her reunion with her family the following year. Elizabeth subsequently testified at her captor’s trial and has since become an advocate for child protection and safety issues. Listen to her inspiring story in this evening at the Owensboro Convention Center.

501 W. Second St. (270) 691-2022

Sept. 13-15

Camping Classic Diamond Lake Resorts hosts a Labor Day weekend full of camping and games.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

Owensboro Air Show Enjoy a weekend of aerial delight. View aircrafts up close at the Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport, 2200 Airport Road, and take in a thrilling show along the Owensboro riverfront. www.owensboroairshow. com

September 2019

Sept. 12-15

Jerusalem Ridge Bluegrass Celebration Head back to the Bill Monroe Homeplace to revel in a weekend celebrating at the birthplace of bluegrass music.

6210 US 62, Rosine (270) 298-0036 jerusalemridgefestival.com

Sept. 19-21 Highway 54 Fall Yard Sale There will be shopping for miles along Kentucky 54, from Leitchfield to Owensboro.

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Sept. 26-28

Grillin’ and Chillin’ BBQ Cook-off Diamond Lake Resort hosts this annual Kansas City Barbeque Society-sanctioned contest that draws teams from several states.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

12th Annual Bronze Buffalo Festival & Gala This famed, annual event put on by the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art is a three-day “en plein air” painting event featuring regional artists. An exhibition and auction conclude the event.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

Sept. 21 Family Jamboree Enjoy family-friendly activities at the Joe Nature Ford Center.

3870 W. Second St. (270) 302-2755

Sept. 28 M-I Parking Lot Sale The Messenger-Inquirer Parking Lot Sale is your one-stop, multiple-vendor yard sale. No need to

spend money on gas — visit the M-I for great deals from 7 a.m.-noon.

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October 2019 Oct. 4-5 Owensboro Peddlers Mall Fall Festival Outdoor event featuring vendors, food, door prizes, giveaways and amazing steals and deals. Free admission. Call for information on how to participate: (270) 685-8292.

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Oct. 4-7

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. www.highway60yardsale. com

Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26

Boo Fest Pumpkin painting, pony rides, games and more.

Participants are encouraged to enter a costume contest. Campers can decorate their campsite for prizes. There will be a nonscary, kid-friendly hayride and trick-or-treating.

7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 http://diamondlakeresort. net

Oct. 11-13

Owensboro Fall Bridge Tournament Hosted by the Owensboro Bridge Club, sanctioned by the American Contract Bridge League and held at the Owensboro Convention Center, this sectional competition is open to all bridge players.

501 W. Second St. (270) 683-8267

October 12

Monsters on the Ohio This catfish fishing tournament attracts many anglers

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and takes place at English Park.

2 Woodford Ave. www.monstersontheohio. com

October 19-20 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. Oct. 20 and noon Oct. 21.

4818 Kentucky 144 (270) 685-2444 www.reidorchard.com

Oct. 24 Cork & Cuisine — Happy HalloWine This spooky evening of dinner, wine and spirits includes a costume contest and prizes at the Owensboro Convention Center.

501 W. Second St. (270) 683-8267

Oct. 26 Opening Night — Owensboro Symphony Orchestra The OSO kicks off its 201920 season with an epic performance at the RiverPark Center.

101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787

Oct. 27

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Visit Smothers Park and join the 10th annual walk to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.

199 W. Veterans Blvd.

November 2019 Nov. 8-10

Kraftucky Arts and Crafts Expo The sixth-annual expo celebrates handmade creations and features candles, embroidery, floral arrangements, furniture, holiday décor, jewelry, painting, pottery, quilts, woodcrafts and more at the Owensboro Convention Center. Special classes included.

501 W. Second St. (270) 683-8267

Nov. 9-Dec. 31

43rd Annual Holiday Forest The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art presents this annual celebration that features more than 15 trees decorated to celebrate the holidays. A gala kicks off the holiday forest Nov. 9.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

Nov. 9-Dec. 31

Art & Food & Health: Let’s Eat! Visit this exhibit at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art to learn the

importance of art and food to the community’s overall health and well-being.

901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

Nov. 20

Wild Kratts Live 2.0 A night of family-friendly entertainment awaits as the world-renowned Kratt Brothers take the stage at the RiverPark Center. The pair will use the stage to activate new Creature Powers and then set off on a creature rescue.

101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2770

Nov. 23

83rd Annual

Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas Parade This is where Kentucky starts Christmas! It’s 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. www.ChristmasParade. net

Nov. 29-Jan. 2

Christmas at Panther Creek This outdoor driving lighted tour features more than 400,000 lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3 charge per car-

load. Wagon rides are also available. Open from 6-9 p.m.

5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 685-6142

Nov. 30 Shop Small Saturday Sale at Owensboro Peddlers Mall Support a local small business at this event featuring refreshments, door prizes, giveaways and amazing steals and deals. Free admission.

601 Commerce Drive (270) 685-8292

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Nov. 30

Holiday Stroll Carolers, storefront decorations, indoor performers and other activities make up the annual Holiday Stroll on Second and Third streets from Daviess to St. Ann streets. Activities are from 4-8 p.m.

December 2019 Dec. 7

Owensboro Dance Theatre “The Nutcracker” Owensboro Dance Theatre presents its annual take on this Christmas classic featuring more than 100 community members along with the theatre company and guest artists at the RiverPark Center.

101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787 www.owensborodancetheatre.org

Dec. 7

Christmas Ball Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of live music and dancing sponsored by the Owensboro Ballroom Dance Club and held at the Kentucky National Guard Armory.

3300 Tamarack Road (270) 685-3741

Dec. 14

Home for the Holidays Enjoy familiar holiday classics, such as “The Nutcracker” and “The Polar Express,” as well as fresh,

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new works in a performance by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra featuring the Owensboro Symphony Chorus.

RiverPark Center 101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2787

JanuaryMarch 2020 Note: 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.

January 2020

Your Perfect Day Wedding Show This annual bridal expo takes place in mid-to-late January at the Owensboro Convention Center.

Caterers, planners, florists, photographers, DJs, beauticians and more are in attendance, and guests can register for prizes.

Ag Expo The Grain Day committee plans this annual event, which is traditionally held the last Wednesday in January at the Owensboro Convention Center. Contact the Daviess County Cooperative Extension at 270685-8480 for information.

February 2020 West KY Boat & Outdoor Show

In 2019, the Owensboro Convention Center hosted this event Feb. 1-3. Look for it in 2020 the first weekend of February.

501 W. Second St. (270) 687-8800 Stones and Bones This annual fundraiser for the Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E. Second St., often has a Mardi Gras theme and is traditionally held in February or March. For more information, contact the museum at (270) 687-2732.

March 2020

Home and Garden Show The Home Builders Association of Owensboro hosts this annual home and garden expo the first weekend in March at the Owensboro Convention Center.

501 W. Second St. (270) 688-0353 Color Blast 5K Local organizations partner to host this color run, which is a celebration to support disability awareness, according to its website. www.colorblast5k.org In Concert Owensboro Dance Theatre hosts its annual In Concert on March 20-21 at the RiverPark Center, with the 2020 show called “Circle of Life ... A Lion’s Tale.” The show includes solos by ODT’s senior dancers.

101 Daviess St. 270-684-9580

SUMMER 2019 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! OWENSBORO PEDDLERS MALL

W EN S B OR O NEW VENDOR SPECIAL P E DD L E RS M A L LFOR UP TO 6 MONTHS! ur nation's 153rd birthday!

ANTIQUES + ODDITIES + VINTAGE + FURNITURE + HOME DECOR + GATHERED GOODS + MORE

Register ONLINE at johnsonsdancestudio.com WWW.BUYPEDDLERSMALL.COM

Call 270-684-9580 or email johnsonsdance@gmail. com for more information. Johnson’s Dance Studio 2705 Breckenridge Street | Owensboro, KY 42303

601 Commerce Drive Owensboro, KY 42303 owensboro@buypeddlersmall.com Call us today: (270) 685-8292

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Cruise-In Car Show at Ritzy’s ON HWY 54 May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19

50’S STYLE DINER

Burgers, Fries & Homemade Ice Cream 4925 Frederica St 270-691-9195 4527 Hwy. 54 270-852-8887 www.ritzysofowensboro.com 10:30am–10pm Sun–Thurs 10:30am–11pm Fri. & Sat.

AREA PARKS CITY PARKS

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.

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

Chautauqua Park 1201 Bluff Ave. Features include skate park, walking trails and baseball diamonds.

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

Jack C. Fisher Park 3900 W. Fifth Street Road Features include a fourfield softball complex, practice field, paved walking trail and picnic facilities.

Kendall-Perkins Park 1201 W. Fifth St. Features include a spray park, playground and tennis and basketball courts.

Legion Park 3047 Legion Park Drive Features include a playground, paved walking

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trail, tennis and basketball courts, one open-air and two screened picnic shelters, a street soccer court and spray park.

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

Owensboro Parks & Recreation 1530 McJohnson Ave. (270) 687-8700 owensboroparks.org Discover recreation in Owensboro through the city’s many parks, athletic facilities, swimming pools and trails. Miles and miles of entertainment await.

Smothers Park 199 W. Veterans Blvd.

Features include seasonal concession stand, Lazy Dayz Playground and a spray park.

Thompson-Berry Park Soccer Complex 1 Carter Road Features include 11 soccer fields, picnic facilities, concessions and playground.

Waymond Morris Park 5200 Todd Bridge Road Features include four football fields, 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, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-certified wetlands, multiuse Adkisson Greenbelt trail and lake.

Panther Creek Park 5160 Wayne Bridge Road (270) 685-6142 Features include nature trails, a lake, baseball/softball diamonds, spray park, gazebo, butterfly garden and picnic shelters.

Yellow Creek Park 5710 Kentucky 144 (270) 685-6142 Features include nature trails, basketball and tennis courts, softball complex, spray park, disc golf course, picnic shelters, playground and the James Lambert Pioneer Village.

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SHOPPING & RETAIL 2nd and Charles 2520 Calumet Trace (270) 689-0970

AN Liquor 1438 W. Fourth St. (270) 240-2062

A Repeat Boutique 312 Wing Ave. (270) 686-7001 Facebook: @ARepeatBoutique1 One of Owensboro’s top consignment shops. The place to shop for the trendy and thrifty. Home décor, furniture and clothing/shoes for the whole family.

54 Wine & Spirits 4551 Springhill Dr. (270) 240-1342 Andria’s Candies 217 Allen St. (270) 684-3733 Bella Ragazza

Academy Sports 3051 Highland Pointe Dr. (270) 686-6000

120-A W. Second St. (270) 926-9546

Book & Music Exchange 4032 Frederica St. (270) 688-5955 Moneytree-Book & Music Exchange 1421 Triplett St (270) 684-0000 Black Sheep Antiques 7094 U.S. 231 (270) 903-7859 Boutique 54 3245 Mount Moriah Ave., Suite 5 (270) 240-4995

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Bushay’s Men’s Boutique and Home Décor 4431 Springhill Dr., Suite C (270) 240-1694

We’re worth the drive.

Books, Bibles, church supplies, a large selection of music and gifts for all occasions and ages. Special orders welcome if not Byron & Barclay 121 E. Second St. Suite 100 in stock. byronandbarclay.com Crazy Me Gifts & Apparel Byron & Barclay offers 227 Williamsburg Square hand-selected clothing, (270) 684-5419 shoes, accessories and grooming products for Danhauer Drug Store men and women. Fine goods such as home fra330 Frederica St. grances and décor also (270) 684-2341 available.

The Christian Bookstore & Gift Shoppe 108 N. Main St., Beaver Dam, KY (270) 274-8900 christianbo98501@ bellsouth.net

The Dapper Dog 3238 Kidron Valley Way #1 (270) 478-1057 David P. Taylor Antiques 119 W. Third St. (270) 316-6230

Discount Liquor 3010 Alvey Park Dr. E #A (270) 926-4888 1007 Tamarack Road (270) 478-4603 The Earle Menswear 2660 Frederica St. (270) 684-3111 Embellish 2920 Frederica St. (270) 344-1371 shopembellishonline.com embellishme2@gmail.com Locally owned and operated women’s clothing boutique that specializes in unique and trendy apparel and accessories.

4431 Springhill Drive Suite B • Owensboro, KY 42303 • Call 270.926.7467 • Text 270.315.7605

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Excursions 2738 Frederica St. (270) 926-8388 Express Liquors Two 827 W. Ninth St. (270) 240-1170 Gary’s Fleur De Lis Inc. 2219 Frederica St. (270) 684-1948 Glass Factory 2690 Frederica St. (270) 215-7732 Gordy’s Owensboro Music Center 1303 Breckenridge St. (270) 684-2156 Hill View Farms Meats 5024 Lee Rudy Road (270) 929-0558 Home Inspired 3271 Alvey Park Dr. Suite E (270) 684-9047 homeinspiredobo @gmail.com Put a spark in your décor with a visit to Home Inspired. Shop carries fine furniture and accessories from brands such as Rowe, A.R.T and Uttermost.

Inspector Gadgets 503 E. 18th St. #B (270) 689-0777 Iron Horse Liquors 3031 Burlew Blvd.

(270) 926-3787 Ivy Trellis Floral 1005 Burlew Blvd.

(270) 688-8333

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J’s Liquors & The Cheese Shop 2216 New Hartford Road (270) 683-8378

and jewelry. Also antiques, garden and gift items. A unique store waiting for you to visit.

J’s Liquors 2509 West Parrish Ave. (270) 685-2397

Lance & Company Jewelers 2730 Frederica St. (270) 686-0001

Jimmie’s Drive-In Liquor Store 1101 W. Ninth St. (270) 683-4662

Legends Outfitters 325 Park Plaza Drive (270) 684-9600

Kay Jewelers 5000 Frederica St. Suite 45 (inside Towne Square Mall) (270) 689-9178 Kids Inspired 3271 Alvey Park Drive (270) 541-1012 KidStop Children’s Boutique 2660 Frederica St. (270) 926-6433 Kohl’s 3440 Villa Point (270) 684-3632 Kroger Wine & Spirits 1650 Starlite Dr. (270) 689-1010 2630 Frederica St. (270) 684-9411 Kuntry Kutter Gallery 122 E. 18th St. (in the old fire station at the corner of 18th and Daviess streets) (270) 764-5524 kuntrykuttergallery @gmail.com A Kentucky Arts Council-designated shop full of handcrafted art, pottery

Liquor Store 4597 Frederica St. (270) 926-9617 Lifeway Christian Store (closing June 2019) 5221 Frederica St. (270) 685-4901 Lodan Jewelry 317 Park Plaza Drive (270) 663-0399 Merle Norman Cosmetics 2785 Veach Road Suite C (270) 685-2259 merlenormanstudio.com Get the best in cosmetics at Merle Norman. From skin care to styling products, no detail of your desired look is too small for the shop’s experts to attend to.

M&M Jewelers 4399 Springhill Dr. Suite D (270) 684-8861 Nick T. Arnold Jewelers 3630 Frederica St. (270) 686-8463 2594 Calumet Trace Suite 4

Owensboro Antique Mall 500 W. Third St. (270) 684-3003 owensboroantiquemall. com Owensboro Antique Mall has been serving area collectors for the past 36 years. Its wide variety of inventory includes period and reproduction furniture, glassware, silver and jewelry.

144 and 603) (270) 685-8292 owensboro @buypeddlersmall.com www.buypeddlersmall.com Peddlers Mall has hundreds of different vendors specializing in antiques, vintage items, oddities, furniture, collectibles, gathered goods, home dĂŠcor and more. Open seven days a week!

Owensboro Family Pharmacy and Wellness 720 W. Byers Ave. (270) 683-2400

Owensboro RV 3810 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 316-0661

Owensboro Peddlers Mall 601 Commerce Drive (intersection of Kentucky

Owensboro Trading Post 420 Breckenridge St. (270) 315-2135

Owensboro Winnelson 2110 Grimes Ave. (270) 691-6040 Party Paper Place 320 Washington Ave. (270) 684-5189 Peacocks and Pearls 4431 Springhill Dr. Suite B (270) 926-7467 On Instagram: @peacocksandpearlsobky Peacocks and Pearls dresses customers in a range of styles â&#x20AC;&#x201D;comfort, business, special occasions and everything in between. All ages and sizes catered to.

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Pier 1 Imports 5221 Frederica St., Suite 101 (270) 683-2323 Preservation Station 9661 Kentucky 56 (270) 616-7007

Southtown Plaza

Val-U Liquors West Side

(Best Buy, Target, TJ Maxx, Joann Fabrics, PetSmart, Cato and more)

3739 W. Second St.

5100 Frederica St. Studio Slant 624 Emory Drive

(270) 240-1581 Welborn Floral 920 E. Fourth Street (270) 684-3283

(270) 684-3570 Rebeccaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gift Gallery 512 E. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-0103 Shoe Carnival 5241 Frederica St. (270) 689-0717

Shoe Stop 4650 Frederica St. (through summer 2019) 2768 Frederica St. (starting late summer 2019) (270) 686-7508 shoestopky.com Locally owned and operated family shoe store who carries your favorite brands like Birkenstock, Chaco, ECCO, Cole Hahn, Taos, Clarks and many more.

From infant size 0 to steeltoe pull-ons, Shoe Stop has your footwear needs covered.

Simply Chic 101-A W. Third St. (270) 683-6333

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T.D.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tuff Decisions 2201 Frederica St.

White Lightning Liquors 3196 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 686-8588

(270) 683-9897 Towne Square Mall

Whittaker Guns 6976 West Louisville Lane

5000 Frederica St.

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For 21 years, Whittaker Guns has offered a wide range of guns and accessories from what has grown into the largest firearms retailer in Kentucky. Rock Hill Gun Range is nearby.

Upper Room Music

Willow Tree

540 Carlton Drive

3121 Commonwealth Court

Towne Square North (Books-A-Million and more) 4600 Frederica St. Trisons 507 Frederica St.

(270) 683-7575

(270) 926-6154 Val-U Liquors 3023 Highland Pointe Drive (270) 926-2555

Zokee 3245 Mount Moriah Ave. (270) 240-5019

EATING OUT BAKED GOODS, COFFEE AND MORE Baskin Robbins 3245 Mt. Moriah Ave. #1 (270) 240-5104 Cold Stone Creamery 5140 Frederica St. (270) 683-6570 112 Allen St. (270) 684-6183 The Crème Coffee House 109 E. Second St. (270) 683-7787

The Cupcakery 231 Williamsburg Square (270) 684-3809 The Family Bakery 3152 Commonwealth Court (off Kentucky 54 across from Kohl’s) (270) 684-1108 Specializing in wedding cakes, petits fors, cupcakes and iced sugar cookies. Drive-thru available.

Open 5 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 5 a.m.noon Sundays. Closed Mondays.

Koehler’s Bakery 1801 Carter Road (270) 683-2253 Niko’s Bakery & Cafe 601 Emory Drive (270) 478-4441 Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt 4431 Springhill Dr., Suite D (270) 240-2120 Rolling Pin Pastry Shop 1129 E. 18th St. (270) 683-8363

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The Overflow Café (inside Don Moore Chevrolet off Kentucky 54) 3232 Villa Point (270) 685-5554 The Spot Coffee & Finery 217 Williamsburg Square (270) 478-1232 Starbucks 2402 Frederica St. (270) 684-0272 5151 Frederica St. (inside Target) (270) 686-7033 2710 Heartland Crossing A (270) 570-4303

BARBECUE Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-8143 Ole South Barbeque 3523 Kentucky 54 (270) 926-6464 Old Hickory Bar-B-Que 338 Washington Ave. (270) 926-9000 oldhickorybar-b-q.com Old Hickory Bar-BQue is over six generations of award-winning barbecue, helping make Owensboro the barbecue capital of the world.

BARS/PUBS Boiler Room 1100 Walnut St. (270) 684-4999

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CYO Brewing 119 E. Second St. (270) 240-4031

Hayden’s Drive-In

O’Bryan Bar & Grill 7006 Kentucky 815 (270) 229-9100

Norman McDonald’s

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

(270) 729-4272

Rocky’s Bar & Grill 819 Crittenden St. (270) 852-8835 Sandbar Bar & Grill 1108 W Ninth St. (270) 686-0007 SIP Wine Room 3830 Kentucky 54 #201 (270) 297-3031 Spirits Lounge (inside The Miller House) 301 E. Fifth St. (270) 685-5878 Taylor’s Bar & Grill 2509 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 683-5577

BURGERS Big Dipper 2820 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 684-4806 Gary’s Drive-In 2220 Veach Road (270) 683-4289 Five Guys 3248 Mt. Moriah Ave. (270) 684-7888

9209 Kentucky 56 (270) 229-0180

Country Drive-In 6161 Kentucky 54, Philpot Ritzy’s 4527 Kentucky 54 (270) 852-8887 4925 Frederica St. (270) 691-9195 ritzysofowensboro.com Enjoy American favorites like hot dogs, chili, hamburgers and ice cream in a 1950s-style diner.

Wyndall’s Wonder Whip 2434 E. Fourth St. (270) 684-8575

CASUAL DINING Applebee’s Grill & Bar 5120 Frederica St. (270) 926-3472 The Briarpatch 2760 Veach Road (270) 685-3329 Cheddar’s 3040 Highland Pointe Dr. (270) 685-2092 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store 5311 Frederica St. (270) 684-4118

Great Harvest Bread Co. 3211 Frederica St. G (270) 691-0093 4431 Springhill Dr. (270) 240-5554

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Enjoy delicious food and fast service in a family-friendly environment.

LongHorn Steakhouse 2974 Heartland Crossing Blvd.

(270) 686-2220

T.G.I. Friday’s 5135 Frederica St. (270) 686-1910

O’Charley’s 5205 Frederica St., (270) 686-8780 Shoney’s 4710 Frederica St. (270) 686-7218 shoneys.com Home-cooked dishes at

Fuji of Japan 4028 Frederica St. (270) 685-0046 Gangnam Korean BBQ 3332 Villa Point (270) 240-2976 Hong Kong 1650 Starlite Dr. #1 (270) 852-7777

Texas Roadhouse 943 Moseley Road (270) 689-0086

CHINESE, JAPANESE, KOREAN, THAI Chop Stick 3023 Highland Pointe Dr. (270) 683-6688

Mikato Steak and Sushi 3500 Villa Point #103 (270) 632-4462 Mr. Wok Express 3435 Frederica St. (270) 926-3688

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New China Buffet 4768 Frederica St. (270) 683-7363 Pan Asian ChineseJapanese Restaurant 2656 Frederica St. (270) 852-5288 or (270) 852-5335

Shogun Bistro 2127 E. Parrish Ave. (270) 685-9980 Owensboro’s premier restaurant experience. Traditional Japanese hibachi and fresh sushi in a fun, exciting environment. Dining is more than great food; it’s something to be celebrated.

DINERS & MORE Shogun Express 3415 Frederica St. Offering the same great food you’ve come to expect from Shogun restaurants but with added, quick, on-the-go convenience. Traditional Japanese hibachi and fresh sushi.

Thai Food Owensboro 1401 Carter Road (270) 478-4334 Wasabi Express 636 Southtown Blvd (270) 684-3500 3238 Kidron Valley Way, Suite 5 (270) 683-3060

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Dee’s Diner 1362 E. Fourth St. (270) 686-0022 Deloris’ Café 2123 Triplett St. (270) 689-0997 Denny’s 4545 Frederica St. (270) 684-5488 Hawes Way Dinner Bell 6057 Kentucky 2830 (inside the Hawesway Truckstop) (270) 685-5067 Huddle House 3248 Mt. Moriah Ave. Suite C (270) 240-2076

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JD’s Restaurant 1420 Breckenridge St. (270) 683-9419

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

Colby’s Deli 401 Frederica St. 101B (270) 684-2495

Madewell’s Corner Café 924 E. Second St. (270) 926-5002

Burger Theory 701 W. First St. (inside Holiday Inn) 270-683-1111

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

City Walk of Owensboro Located in downtown Owensboro, City Walk offers amazing food in a unique atmosphere.

We are a foodie’s paradise, with cuisine guaranteed to be delicious! Beer, bourbon and wine are available.

222 Allen St. (270) 478-4958

Famous Bistro 102 W. Second St. (270) 686-8202

Mendy’s Kitchen 924 Crabtree Ave. (270) 685-0835 Windy Hollow Restaurant 8260 Kentucky 81 (open Sundays only) (270) 785-4088

DOWNTOWN Bar Louie 234 Frederica St. (270) 215-7723

Fetta Specialty Pizza & Spirits 118 St. Ann St. (270) 926-0005 Lure Seafood & Grille 401 W. Second St. (inside Hampton Inn & Suites) (270) 240-4556

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Mellow Mushroom 101 W. Second St. (270) 684-7800 Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers serves fresh, stonebaked pizzas in a unique atmosphere focused around great customer service, high-quality food and craft beer. mellowmushroom.com The Miller House 301 E. Fifth St. (270) 685-5878

MEXICAN & FUSION

Papa Grande 544 Southtown Blvd.

(270) 683-1615 3830 Kentucky 54, Suite 203 (270) 240-4430 Real Hacienda 3023 Highland Pointe Dr. (270) 684-5595 4820 Frederica St. (270) 685-5950 www.therealhacienda.com Eating at Real Hacienda is like being in Mexico without leaving town. Best margaritas.

Indoor and outdoor dining available. Can accommodate large and small parties.

El Bracero 2945 Wimsatt Court (270) 686-3410

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

El Mezcal 2100 W. Second St. (270) 684-6678

Taco Tuesday 5000 Frederica St. Suite 51 (inside Towne Square Mall)

El Toribio 3034 E. Fourth St. (270) 683-8361

PIZZA/ITALIAN

El Tucan del Cielo 1007 Tamarack Road Unit 2 (270) 689-0954

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

Los Cabos 2845 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 691-9540

Donatos Pizza 2601 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 855-0801

Mi Ranchito 1146 Carter Road (270) 240-4493

JJ’s Pizza 5615 Kentucky 144 (270) 281-9900

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MOD Pizza 2710 Heartland Crossing Suite C (270) 240-2646 Niko’s Italian Restaurant 2200 E. Parrish Ave. (270) 852-1618 Olive Garden 5204 Frederica St. (270) 683-4848 Pizza By The Guy 3115 Commonwealth Court (270) 686-8603 PizzAroma 611 Emory Drive (270) 684-1111 Y Not Pizza and Wings 2710 Kentucky 144 (2270) 500-4119

SEAFOOD

Red Lobster 3410 Frederica St., (270) 926-4044

SPORTS BARS Beef O’Brady’s 3189 Fairview Drive Suite E (270) 685-4969 Buffalo Wild Wings 4736 Frederica St. 270-686-7800 Legends Sports Bar & Grill 4431 Springhill Dr. Suite E (270) 240-5360

ACCOMMODATIONS Fairfield Inn by Marriott Owensboro 800 Salem Drive (270) 688-8887

Comfort Suites 230 Salem Drive (270) 926-7675 Courtyard by Marriott Owensboro

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

3120 Highland Pointe Drive (270) 685-4140

Hampton Inn Owensboro South 615 Salem Drive (270) 926-2006

Days Inn 3720 New Hartford Road (270) 684-9621

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/ Waterfront 401 W. Second St. (270) 685-2005 Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront 701 W. First St. 270-683-1111 Motel 6 4585 Frederica St. (270) 686-8606

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Sleep Inn 51 Bon Harbor Hills (270) 691-6200 Super 8 Motel 1027 Goetz Drive (270) 685-3388 Tropicana Evansville 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, Evansville, Ind. (812) 433-4400

Wingfield Inn and Suites 3220 W. Parrish Ave. (270) 685-2433

CAMPGROUNDS Windy Hollow Campground and Recreational Area 5141 Windy Hollow Road (270) 302-0775

MAY

JULY/AUG

Bedding Plants Strawberries Greenhouse Tomatoes Reidland Play Area Apple Express Ride

Peaches Sweet Corn Tomatoes

Diamond Lake Resort and Campground 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 diamondlakeresort.net Just 10 miles west of Owensboro, Diamond Lake offers space for camping and RVs, as well as fishing, live shows and three go-kart tracks.

SEPT/OCT Apple Season Apple Cider Mums � Pumpkins Reidland Play Area Apple Express Ride

OCTOBER

JUNE

19th & 20th

Vegetables Bedding Plants

NOV/DEC Christmas Gift Baskets

Birthday Parties � Reidland Play Area � Wedding Receptions � Outdoor Event Building For more Information email valerie@reidorchard.com 4818 State Route 144 Owensboro KY 42303 (270) 685-2444 Exit 21 off U.S.HWY 60

Reid�s Produce HWY 81 (270) 686-1838 reidorchard.com

The paper you love and the news you trust.

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ATTRACTIONS Ben Hawes Golf Course and Park 400 Booth Field Road (270) 687-7137 Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum 311 W. Second Street (270) 926-7891 bluegrasshall.org info@bluegrassmuseum.org Located in downtown Owensboro, the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum features compelling exhibits that tell the story of Kentucky’s cultural music.

Bowlodrome/Club 300 600 E. 14th St. (270) 684-4737 Camp Loucon Training and Retreat Center 8044 Anneta Road, Leitchfield (270) 242-7160 Daviess County Public Library 2020 Frederica St. (270) 684-0211 Diamond Lanes Bowling 1901 Triplett St. (Midtown) (270) 684-3020 410 Carlton Drive (South) (270) 685-2695 Ellis Park Horse Track 3300 U.S. 41 N, Henderson, KY (812) 425-1456

Edge Ice Center 1400 Hickman Ave. (270) 687-8720 owensboroparks.org This 42,600-square-foot facility is open year-round and offers public skating, event rentals, classes, skate sharpening, hockey and a pro shop.

Escape Today Escape room, ax throwing, rage room, arcade 527 Emory Drive (270) 240-4216 Friday After 5 www.fridayafter5.com Haunts of Owensboro Walking Tour Call for reservations (270) 313-5596 Hillcrest Golf Course 4346 Old Hartford Road (270) 687-8717 owensboroparks.org Established in the late 1930s, Hillcrest is a 9-hole municipal course with a pro shop, practice green and chipping green.

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari 452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus, IN www.holidayworld.com

Hometown Hero Hall of Fame 215 E. Second St. (270) 926-1100 Joe Ford Nature Center 3870 W. Second St. (270) 302-2755 joefordnaturecenter.com Kentucky Motor Speedway 8135 Haynes Station Road, Whitesville, KY Lanham Brothers Jamboree Diamond Lake Resort’s Good Time Theatre 7301 Hobbs Road (270) 229-4900 Malco Cinema 5333 Frederica St. (270) 683-2727 Coming soon: New location at Gateway Commons on Kentucky 54. Check malco.com for location details and updates.

Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden 1545 Mesker Park Drive, Evansville, IN (812) 435-6143 Misty Meadow Winery 2743 Keller Road (270) 683-0361 Specializing in homegrown fruit and berry wines.

While sampling wine or purchasing fresh fruit, shop the large selection of solid wood handcrafted furniture. Kentucky Proud.

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Owensboro Convention Center 501 W. Second St. (270) 687-8800

O.Z. Tyler Distillery 10 Distillery Road (270) 691-9001

Owensboro Dance Theatre 2705 Breckenridge St. (270) 684-9580 owensborodancetheatre.org Owensboro’s resident dance company presents a three-concert series each season: “The Nutcracker,” “In Concert” and a professional dance company concert.

Panther Creek Golf Course 4641 Kentucky 1514, Utica, KY (270) 785-4565 panthercreekgolfclub.com 18 scenic holes in a beautiful country setting. Just 15 minutes from Owensboro, it’s worth the drive! Afternoon and evening rates. Book your tee time online.

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

Pinecliffe Gardens Daylilies and Hostas 6745 Foster Road, Philpot (800) 329-5469

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 901 Frederica St. (270) 685-3181

The Pearl Club at The Summit 6501 Summit Drive (270) 281-4653

Owensboro Museum of Science and History 122 E. Second St. (270) 687-2732 Owensboro RiverDawgs Baseball www.owensbororiverdawgs.com Owensboro Regional Farmers Market 1205 Triplett St. www.owensbororegional farmersmarket.org Owensboro Symphony Orchestra 211 E. Second St. (270) 684-0661 Ozone Laser Tag 533 Triplett St. (270) 926-8993

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Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-5 • Sat. 10-4

270-684-9047

3271 Alvey Park Drive, Owensboro (Off Hwy 54, turn next to Auto Zone)

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For all the cutest styles and furnishings

Pleasant Valley Riding Stables 4762 Pleasant Valley Road, Philpot, KY

Trunnell’s Farm Market & Fun Acre

RiverPark Center 101 Daviess St.

9255 U.S. 431

(270) 687-2770

(270) 244-0040

info@RiverParkCenter.org

Reid’s Orchard

Theatre Workshop

4818 Kentucky 144

of Owensboro

(270) 685-2444

Trinity Centre, 407 W. Fifth St.

Reid’s Orchard produces strawberries, apples, peaches, blackberries, pears, cherries, all types of vegetables and fall decorations for its farm market.

Reidland Play Area, open mainly in the fall, is a favorite spot for children. Reid’s Orchard also hosts the annual Apple Festival in October.

(270) 733-2222 Farm Market & Gourmet Deli 4399 Springhill Dr. Western Kentucky Botanical Garden 25 Carter Road (270) 993-1234

Empress Theatre, 418 Frederica St.

Windy Hollow Speedway

(270) 683-5333

4731 Windy Hollow Road www.whspeedway.com

Tropicana Evansville 421 NW Riverside Drive, Evansville, IN (812) 433-4000

World’s Largest Sassafras Tree Corner of Frederica Street and Maple Avenue

WALK-IN URGENT CARE ENTRANCE ON FORD AVE. (First floor of the Ford Medical Building)

OwensboroHealth.org/UrgentCare

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JUST IN CASE Gateway Urgent Care 3245 Mt. Moriah Ave., Suite 10 (270) 663-0955

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

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

Owensboro Medical Practice 1200 Breckenridge Street (270) 683-VORA (8672)

McCarty’s Towing & Automotive Repair 927 Crabtree Ave. (270) 683-1118 mccartysprotowing.com 24/7, 365-day towing, roadside assistance, ASE-certified automotive repair.

AAA-approved. A+ Better Business Bureau rating. 46 years serving the Owensboro area.

Springs Urgent Care 2200 E. Parrish Ave. #104 (270) 852-1632

Owensboro Health Medical Group Urgent Care 2211 Mayfair Ave. Suite 101 (270) 688-1352 For minor emergencies, count on quality care and shorter wait times by visiting our convenient urgent care facility. http://www.owensborohealth.org/

St. Camillus Urgent Care & Family Practice 3600 Frederica St. #B (270) 684-0023

McCarty’s Towing & Automotive Repair Inc. 927 Crabtree Ave.

270-683-1118 Owensboro, KY

24 Hr. Towing Available mccartysportowing.com

Since 1973 Herbert McCarty & Anthony McCarty

A Repeat Boutique For the Trendy & the Thrifty

Furniture • Home Decor • Clothing • Shoes Accessories • Gifts 312 Wing Ave. - Owensboro • (270) 686-7001 38 202 Things to Do 2019

HERE TO THERE Allegiant Air (nonstop flights to Orlando) (702) 505-8888 Cape Air (nonstop flights to St. Louis, Missouri) (800) 227-3247 www.capeair.com Cape Air offers affordable, nonstop flights from Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport to St. Louis.

Why drive when you can fly?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car 2200 Airport Rd. (270) 926-4477 1104 Frederica St. (270) 926-4477 703 Salem Drive (270) 685-2220 Hertz Rent a Car 5051 Frederica St. (270) 683-1624

Executive Taxi Service 1902 Daviess St. (270) 926-8000 3520 New Hartford Road, Suite 208 (270) 926-8000 Limos by Knight 2921 Frederica St. (270) 684-4688 Lyft Available in Owensboro Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport 2200 Airport Road (270) 685-4179 Owensboro Transit System 430 Allen St. (270) 687-8570 River City Trolley Owensboro Transit System (270) 687-8570

HIGHER LEARNING Kentucky Wesleyan College 3000 Frederica St. (270) 926-3111 www.kwc.edu

Owensboro Community & Technical College 4800 New Hartford Road (270) 686-4400

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

Western Kentucky University â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Owensboro 4821 New Hartford Road (270) 684-9797

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