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CONTENTS WESTERN REGION

Places To Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Things To Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Places To Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Visitor Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

NORTH CENTRAL REGION Places To Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Things To Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Places To Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Visitor Information . . . . . . . . . . . 39

EASTERN REGION

Places To Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Things To Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Louisa

Places To Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Visitor Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

SOUTH CENTRAL REGION Places To Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Things To Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Places To Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Visitor Information . . . . . . . . . . . 60

MAPS

Welcome Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

State of Kentucky . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 KY Golf Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

KY Ferries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 KY Marinas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

FEATURED

Muhammad Ali Center . . . . . . . . . 6

Fall: Western Region . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Fall: North Central Region . . . . . 17

Fall: Eastern Region . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Fall: South Central Region . . . . 58

DISCOUNTS

North Central Region . . . . . . . . . 35

FUN ACTIVITIES

Fall Fun Facts . . . 15, 40, 50, 59, 62

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Hopkinsville Hopkinsville Franklin Franklin

Williamsburg Williamsburg

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I-65 Southbound - Mile Marker 114 Shepherdsville, Kentucky (502) 543-5900 I-75 Southbound - 957 Walnut Meadow Rd Berea, Kentucky (859) 985-5548 I-24 Westbound - Mile Marker 92 Hopkinsville, Kentucky (270) 439-7505 I-64 Westbound - Mile Marker 173 Grayson, Kentucky (606) 474-4333

I-65 Northbound - Mile Marker 0 Franklin, Kentucky (270) 586-62920 I-75 Northbound - Mile Marker 1.5 Williamsburg, Kentucky (606) 786-4474 I-24 Eastbound - Mile Marker 7 Paducah, Kentucky (270) 554-2077 I-64 Eastbound - Mile Marker 28 Shelbyville, Kentucky (502) 722-9383

For current road conditions, simply call 511. You’ll hear information on Kentucky’s interstates, parkways and major routes. If you are involved in an accident please call 800-222-5555 to reach the Kentucky State Police. FALL 2017

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2017-18 TEMPORARY EXHIBITS In the Shadows: Photography Exhibit by On June 3, 2016, the world lost a beloved global icon: Muhammad Ali. During the week following his death, the City of Louisville, Kentucky, USA, was the “epicenter of the world,” as media descended upon and visitors flocked into the city from far and wide to pay their respects and to say a personal good-bye to “The Greatest of All Time.” The Muhammad Ali Center was at center stage, as well, for this 100,000 square foot facility located on Museum Row in the heart of the city’s downtown, and it remains the only place in the world dedicated to preserving and promoting Muhammad Ali’s legacy for years to come. A multicultural center with an award-winning museum, the Ali Center captures the inspiration derived from the story of Muhammad Ali’s incredible life. A visit to the Center is not just an experience, but a journey into the heart of a champion. The Ali Center’s two-and-a-half levels of award-winning exhibits and galleries invite visitors to explore Muhammad Ali’s legendary life, as well as to reflect upon one’s own individual values, inner strength, character, and what makes you the greatest person you can be. A journey through the Center’s interactive and multimedia exhibits invites visitors to discover the six core principles that Muhammad Ali embraced throughout his life: Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, and Spirituality. Media and interactive experiences will learn how these ideals gave him the wherewithal to be the best athlete he could be, the strength and courage to stand up for what he believed, and the inspiration to reach people around the world and dedicate himself to helping others. In 2016, the Ali Center opened 1,640 sq. feet of new permanent exhibit space, as well an additional 2,500 sq. feet of temporar y exhibit space. 6 | www.wheretogokentucky.com

Howard Bingham Open until January 21, 2018

Celebrate the legacy and work of the late Howard L. Bingham, Muhammad Ali’s best friend and personal photographer. In the Shadows features never-beforeseen photos taken over four decades of Howard’s career, capturing significant historical events in the United States, from social activism to pop culture, while revealing intimate photos of Muhammad Ali.

Available Light: Louisville Through the Lens of Bud Dorsey Open until January 2, 2018

This photography exhibition explores Louisville through the eyes of local photographer, Bud Dorsey. Capturing thousands of moments over the past five decades, Dorsey encapsulates life in Louisville, showcasing compassion, love, pride, and struggle. In partnership with the Louisville Story Program.

Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon Open until January 8, 2018

The exhibit features photo essays about activist grandmothers in Canada, Swaziland, South Africa, Senegal, India, Argentina, the Philippines and Thailand plus indigenous grandmothers from around the world---all of whom are creating a better future for their grandchildren.

For All the World to See: Visual Culture and the Struggle for Civil Rights January 28 – March 16, 2018

This exhibition examines the vital role that visual imagery played in the fight for racial and social equality from the 1940s through the 1970s.

From America to Zanzibar: Muslim Cultures Near and Far May 25 – December 30, 2018

Enjoy innovative hands-on experiences and discover fascinating objects, images and information from over 50 countries. Children can explore ancient trade routes on a two story Indian Ocean dhow (boat) or on a camel. They’ll thrill to the excitement of a global marketplace as they pretend to buy, sell and trade fruit, fish, spice, ceramic, textiles, and rugs. The exhibit environment is rich with art, architecture and design elements from across the globe.

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WEST REGION

Fishing, golf, camping and plenty of other outdoor recreational activities are available for guests at Kentucky State Parks in the western part of the state during the fall. Some of Kentuckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best fishing is at Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, where there are three resort parks: Kentucky Dam Village, Lake Barkley and Kenlake. All three have marinas and boat rentals available. The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area provides even more recreation for guests. If golf is your game, check out Mineral Mounds State Park at Eddyville, along the shores of Lake Barkley. There are also excellent courses at Pennyrile Forest, Lake Barkley and Kentucky Dam Village state resort parks. These three parks also have lodges, cottages and campgrounds. One of the more unique camping opportunities in the west is at Columbus-Belmont State Park along the banks of the Mississippi River. The campground is on a bluff, providing excellent views of the river. Columbus-Belmont hosts its Civil War Days Oct. 13-15 that features reenactments, history, and entertainment. Lake Malone State Park at Dunmor also offers excellent camping along a 780-acre lake that includes a new dock. History buffs may also be interested in Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site in Wickliffe. The park is holding history hikes every Saturday during October that are included with regular admission. They start at 10 a.m. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park at Dawson Springs is hosting a fall Photography Weekend Oct. 20-22 that includes photo instruction and a competition among participants. Pennyrile Forest will have its Spooky Extravaganza weekend Oct. 27-29 for Halloween and a Santa visit and gift shop open house on Dec. 2.

Another popular park for wildlife lovers is John James Audubon State Park in Henderson, the home of an art museum that honors the wildlife artist, along with regular art programs, nature activities and other events. The park recently added a 650-acre tract of wetlands that include trails and wildlife viewing areas. The park also has other hiking trails, a lake, a campground, cottages and 9-hole golf course. The fall is also a good time for good food at Kentucky State Parks. All resort parks will offer the annual Thanksgiving Day buffet on Nov. 23. During the Christmas holidays, most resort parks will offer special seasonal events as well as New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve parties. The resort parks at Kentucky State Parks have lodges, cottages, restaurants and yearround recreational activities. The park system also has recreational parks and historic sites throughout the state. There are 30 Kentucky State Park campgrounds open from the spring through late fall.

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PLACES TO GO CADIZ

| If you took a step back in time and walked downtown Main Street before the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, you would find the same buildings dominating the city. After all these years the important elements of the city and county landscape still remain. The present day courthouse, completed in 1922 stands today, both serving as a center of county government and a witness to times past. Buildings built before we were born are reminiscent of days gone by, and yet they remain the basic building blocks of the city and its landscape.

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CENTRAL CITY

| Are you looking to relocate or vacation in a peaceful, friendly, “just the right size town?” If so, visit Central City, Kentucky, where small town hospitality abounds, a rich musical heritage originates, and an eclectic environment supplies your every need!

COLUMBUS

| Columbus is a Hickman County town on the Mississippi River. It was established in 1804 as Iron Banks, named for the towering river banks, and incorporated as Columbus, for the explorer, in 1820. Columbus is the site of Columbus-Belmont State Park, with 2.5 miles of self-guided interpretive trails. There is an outdoor experience that will satisfy everyone!

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| Fulton is located in the Jackson Purchase region of Western Kentucky. The city is situated on the Kentucky-Tennessee state line. Fulton is served by the Purchase Parkway, which connects to Interstate 24. Reelfoot Lake and National Wildlife Refuge, Kentucky Lake and State Park, Lake Barkley State Park, Land Between the Lakes National Recreational Area and Columbus-Belmont Battlefield State Park are all within an hour’s drive.

HENDERSON

| Home of John James Audubon State Park, the W. C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival Bluegrass in the Park & Folklife Festival, one of the largest bluegrass festivals in the country and still free! And the Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, with nearly 10,000 acres of absolute paradise for the sportsman and the nature lover.

HOPKINSVILLE

| The city of Hopkinsville, the seat of Christian County, is located a short drive from Land Between the Lakes; Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park; Nashville, TN; Fort Campbell, KY; Paducah, KY; and Evansville, IN, Hopkinsville has tremendous access to the arts, cultural and sporting events, shopping, and recreational opportunities while maintaining a strong sense of local community.

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KENTUCKY / BARKLEY LAKES AREA

In the heart of Western Kentucky is the grandeur of two dams, only two miles apart, which create two of the largest man made lakes in the nation: Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. Sailors and anglers alike will find their haven on these lakes. Land Between the Lakes was naturally formed between the two lakes to create an outdoor playground. Try renting a houseboat or pontoon at one of the many marinas for a great vacation. Come see the splendor of Western Kentucky for yourself.

shoppes for gifts, good restaurants, and places to stay overnight. For outdoor fun go fishing or camping at a nearby lake or park, or just take a short day trip through our scenic countryside.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Higginson-Henry Wildlife Management Area Mauzy Lake Moffitt Lake Recreation Area

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Kentucky Lake Lake Barkley Land Between The Lakes Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park Lake Barkley State Resort Park Kenlake State Resort Park

MADISONVILLE

| Scenic Downtown Madisonville boasts brick sidewalks and lamp-lighted streets that lead to many quaint shops and inviting eateries. This beautiful downtown area is the product of a community revitalization effort. Glema Mahr Center for the Arts at Madisonville Community College presents works of national and international acclaim. In addition, this facility includes the Anne P. Baker Gallery with exhibits throughout the year.

MAYFIELD

| In Mayfield, you’ll find the kind of Western Kentucky charm indicative of the entire region. It is here you can take a journey into the past through a canopy of treelined country lanes, over one-lane bridges, past wandering creeks and lush pastures in the countryside. You’ll be captivated by the abundance of antique gallerias as well as homespun haunts and restaurants to be found in the barns and backdoors of people all around the Purchase. Nature trails, vast sparkling lakes and lush forests set the stage for your Purchase excursion adding an outdoor alternative for the adventuresome.

MORGANFIELD

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the time to relax and enjoy a stay in beautiful Murray, Kentucky. This western Kentucky town has much to offer to both visitors and new residents. In Murray and the surrounding areas, you will find a variety of recreational activities and entertaining events to keep you occupied year round. We invite you to partake in everything from concerts and fabulous theatre productions to antique shopping and sporting events. Murray also offers a friendly atmosphere filled with comfortable accommodations, a wide variety of restaurants, unique shops, and stunning scenery. Come enjoy the friendly faces and a warm Kentucky welcome on a fun and relaxing adventure to Murray!

OAK GROVE

| Oak Grove is located off I-24 on the boundaries of Western Kentucky and Middle Tennessee and is noted to be one of the fastest growing cities in Kentucky.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

War Memorial Park Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum Jefferson Davis Monument Wings of Liberty Military Museum

OWENSBORO

| RiverPark Center, a performing arts and civic center, boasts a 1,500 seat multi-purpose auditorium, and experimental theatre, a riverfront plaza, and the International Bluegrass Museum. Each year the RiverPark Center hosts over 150 performance events and 900 civic events. Carpenter and Kingfisher lakes offer a fine arena for the fisherman, and other water sports may be enjoyed on the Ohio River.

WESTERN REGION

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Edge Ice Center International Bluegrass Music Museum Owensboro Area Museum of Science & History

the Cherokee Trail of Tears and a downtown commercial district listed on the National Register of Historic Districts.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

PADUCAH

| Feel the movement in this vibrant river town, located off Interstate 24 in Western Kentucky. Visit the Lower Town studios/galleries and discover objects d’art you’ll treasure and meet the artists who created them. The elegant displays in the Museum of the American Quilter’s society highlight the vigorous rebirth of quiltmaking that began in the 1970’s. The River Heritage Museum, a “Save America’s Treasures” project, features interactive exhibits that tell the stories of the four rivers region. Just around the corner, the Carson Center boasts a year-round performance schedule featuring big name entertainers and professional traveling productions. Explore the heart of historic downtown while strolling along treelined streets and brick sidewalks that take you past 19th-century buildings filled with antiques, boutiques, coffee and specialty shops, one-of-a-kind eateries and more.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Lower Town Arts District Quilt Museum River Heritage Museum 1905 Market House (Museum,Art Center & Theatre) “Wall to Wall” Murals

PRINCETON

| Our community is centrally located less than a half hour’s drive from a wildlife refuge and recreation area operated by the USDA Forest Service and from two state resorts built around lakes accessible for boating, swimming, fishing and other recreational opportunities. The community is home to numerous historic sites and viewing opportunities, including Adsmore Museum, the Amoss House Museum (a circa 1857 antebellum mansion), Newsom’s Old Mill Store (home of the nationally renowned Col. Newsom’s Aged Kentucky Country Ham), the Caldwell County Railroad Museum, Civil War traces, FALL 2017

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THINGS TO DO CADIZ

October 14 Photography

2nd Saturday Hike - Nature

Join a naturalist at Lake Barkley State Resort Park on October 14th for another hike in our monthly hiking series. The focus of October’s hike will be capturing the colors of autumn. Participants are encouraged to try their hand at nature photography and to stick around for lunch, where they can share their photographs with their fellow hikers. It’s free to participate and no registration is necessary! www.parks.ky.gov October 28 Lake Barkley Trick-or-Trot 5K Need to burn some calories before filling up on Halloween candy? Then come on out to Lake Barkley State Resort Park for the Trick-or-Trot 5K on October 28th! Designed for all ages and fitness levels, this fun run or 2 mile walk takes place in beautiful Lake Barkley State Resort Park. Pre-register and receive a discount on your registration fee! www.parks.ky.gov October 28 Trunk-or-Treat Lake Barkley State Resort Park will host its Trunk-or-Treat&rdquo; at the Boots Randolph Golf Course on Saturday, Oct. 28th from 4-6 p.m. Golf cart trunks will be decorated for Halloween and candy will be distributed to children. There will also be a costume contest. The park will feature a special buffet at Windows on the Water Restaurant. www.parks.ky.gov November 11 2nd Saturday Hike - Geology Join a naturalist at Lake Barkley State Resort Park on November 11th for another hike in our monthly hiking series. The trek’s purpose is to educate and help people better understand the unique geology of western Kentucky and will include a search for clues into our past. www.parks.ky.gov December 9 Ethics

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Park on December 9th for another hike in our monthly hiking series. December’s hike will focus on Leave No Trace outdoor ethics, teaching participants how to respectfully enjoy natural spaces while protecting and preserving them for future generations. December 31 Barkley Bash 2018 Dance the night away while ringing in the New Year with friends and family at beautiful Lake Barkley! Event package includes overnight lodging in a lake view room, dinner buffet for two, dance tickets featuring live music, and breakfast buffet for two on January 1st. Please note that this event is for ages 21 and older, and no outside alcohol will be permitted. Cash Bar will be available.

COLUMBUS

October 13 Civil War Days at Columbus, KY The weekend will include battle reenactments, living history, and encampments. For more information and pre-registration of sutlers and reenactors, please call Park Office (270-677-2327) or email cindy.lynch@ky.gov The event is sponsored by Columbus-Belmont State Park, Hickman County Judge Executive/ Fiscal Court &amp; Civil War Days Committee For Camping Trailer and Log Cabin rentals call 270-677-2327 or email cindy.lynch@ky.gov www.parks.ky.gov October 27 Un-BOO-lievable Weekend Columbus-Belmont State Park Campground Campers will enjoy a fun filled fall weekend with prizes for best decorated campsite and best costume. There will be a chili and dessert cook-off. Trick or Treating followed by a Civil War Ghost Ride, ending the night with coffee and hot chocolate. www.parks.ky.gov

DAWSON SPRINGS

October 10 / November 4 / December 2 First Day Hike: Monthly Hiking Series

WESTERN REGION Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park will host a guided hike the 1st Saturday of each month. All hikes will meet in the lodge lobby. Hike times and trails will vary per month. Some hikes will require hikers to drive to another location on the neighboring Pennyrile State Forest or nearby Wildlife Management Areas. For more information about the hike contact the park naturalist at rebeccae.clark@ky.gov or 1-800325-1711. www.parks.ky.gov October 20 Photography Weekend We strive to not only put on a good contest, but also to present information that will help participants become photographers. Photographs may be taken anywhere within the state park and forest. Bring your own camera.

and craftsmen selling original artwork, handcrafted woodwork, children’s clothing, quilts, primitive and contemporary decor, original Kentucky written novels, fabulous food items and so much more. Gift wrapping will be available to help us all get a jump start on the Christmas shopping season. www.parks.ky.gov November 10 Deer Widow’s Weekend Rough River Dam SRP Coinciding with our Annual All Wrapped Up Gift & Craft Show. This event was conceived in honor of wives and girlfriends left behind at the official start of deer hunting season. However, any group of ladies or couples will enjoy this retreat! The now three-day event boasts incredible deals, rest and relaxation, entertainment, and savings for savvy shoppers.

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FALLS OF ROUGH

Enjoy food and fellowship with Family and Friends on this special holiday. Come to Rough River Dam State Resort Park and spend your Thanksgiving Meal with us. We will have all your Thanksgiving Favorites and a few extra treats to boot. Doors open at 12 Noon Central Standard Time.

October 13 / November 10 / December 8 2nd Friday Bluegrass Jam Bluegrass Jam every 2nd Friday of the month! Enjoy some of the finest Bluegrass Music found anywhere when the Breckinridge County. Bluegrass Music Association brings you Friday Night Bluegrass at Rough River Dam State Resort Park. Admission is Free. Come and enjoy a Bluegrass Buffet before the show. www.parks.ky.gov October 14 Buffalo and Wild Game Night Our Chef and his team cook up a special buffet at Grayson’s Landing Restaurant. Carved Buffalo and Buffalo Chili are paired with other special items like Elk Meatloaf, Duck and Dumplings, Frog Legs, Wild Boar and other special items to create a unique and tasty offering. Reservations required and there are three seating time options. Experience unique cuisine and don’t walk away hungry. www.parks.ky.gov November 11 - 12 Annual All Wrapped Up Gift & Craft Show Join us for a fun filled weekend of shopping for unique, one of a kind items for all your gifts. The All Wrapped Up Gift & Craft Show will feature local Kentucky artisans, authors

November 23 Thanksgiving Buffet

www.parks.ky.gov December 2 Supper with Santa Kick off your Holiday Season with a trip to see Santa at Rough River Dam State Resort Park. While you are there, treat your family to a kid-friendly buffet at our restaurant. The Jolly Fellow should arrive around 5:30pm. There will be activities and crafts for the kids. www.parks.ky.gov December 31 New Year’s Eve Celebration Happy New Year! Don’t you just love the sound of all the music, horns and laughter each year as you ring in the New Year? So do we! Help us bring in 2018 by enjoying one of our overnight packages that include a cozy lodge room, prime rib dinner buffet, New Year’s Eve celebration party with champagne toast and breakfast on New Year’s Day for two. Either way don’t miss out on all the fun. Call us to book your package today, limited packages available! www.parks.ky.gov FALL 2017

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October 20 Third Friday Seafood Buffet Kenlake State Resort Park’s Third Friday Seafood Buffet is back! Served 5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. each month on the 3rd Friday. Boiled Shrimp, Oysters on Half Shell, Fried Shrimp, Chef’s Choice Entree, Frog Legs, Fried Catfish, Crab Balls, Assorted Vegetables www.parks.ky.gov

MADISONVILLE

October 6 Edgar Winter Band Glema Mahr Center for the Arts Edgar Winter has been celebrated across the globe since his 1970 solo debut, Entrance. His music is always evolving, and he is a master at stretching his skill and imagination to produce amazing results. He continues to thrill audiences with his live performances, always remaining on the cutting edge of music and style. www.glemacenter.org October 20 MadCity Street Market Visit Madisonville and shop this open air market featuring regional produce, canned goods, flowers, music, and more! MadCity Street Market will be held on the third Friday of the month, May-October. November 2 Kathy Mattea featuring Bill Cooley The Acoustic Living Room; Songs and Stories with Kathy Mattea featuring Bill Cooley. Grammy Award winning singer Kathy Mattea and her longtime collaborator, guitarist Bill Cooley, have shared one of Nashville’s most musically rich partnerships for over two decades. www.glemacenter.org December 2 Madisonville Christmas Parade

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Marching bands, floats, lights ... and Santa! Don’t miss the county’s largest Christmas parade, sponsored by Madisonville Noon Kiwanis. The theme for this year’s parade is “The Music of Christmas.” December 9 - 12 Return to Bethlehem Remember the reason for the season as you step back in time to Bethlehem on the evening of Christ’s birth. Experience the place, the 14 |

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sounds, the smells and the anticipation of the town’s people as they go about the city selling their wares, tending their animals and rearing their families. Admission is free. 270-821-3611

PADUCAH

Octpber 21 Maiden Alley Oktoberfest Maiden Alley Cinema’s annual Oktoberfest features a day full of Bavarian cuisine prepared by Kirchhoff’s Bakery and Deli, local/ regional beer and great music! Festivities will take place in the area between Maiden Alley Cinema and Kirchhoff’s Deli, with art vendors and beer on Market Square. www.maidenalleyoktoberfest.com November 2 River’s Edge International Film Festival Engage with filmmakers from across the globe at Paducah’s River’s Edge International Film Festival. The Festival offers a diverse selection of quality independent film screenings and open forums and discussions with filmmakers. See films from all genres by filmmakers from across the United States and foreign countries. www.riversedgefilmfestival.org November 25 Dickens of a Christmas Small Business Saturday Historic Downtown Paducah will transform into a scene from a Charles Dickens novel with FREE Victorian Carriage rides, costumed villagers and shopkeepers, carolers and musicians, roasted nuts and bakes sales, Wassail, free hot chocolate and coffee. Kick off the holiday shopping season. www.paducahmainstreet.org

WICKLIFFE

October 7 / 14 / 21 / 28 Wickliffe Mounds

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This year will be the 85th anniversary of Kings’ establishment of the Wickliffe Mounds Ancient Buried City site. Take a guided tour through the History of Wickliffe Mounds. Leisurely hike around the park grounds, mounds and museum and learn about the site’s fascinating history. www.parks.ky.gov

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, all information is subject to change. Please call ahead to verify dates, times and schedules!

WESTERN REGION

PLACES TO STAY AURORA

Aurora’s Ken Oak Resort 16918 Us Hwy 68 E 270-474-8000

Early American Motel Hardin 16749 Us Hwy 68 E 270-474-2000 Fin N Feather Inn Hardin 16695 Us Hwy 68 E 270-474-2351 Lakeland Resort Hardin 16410 Us Hwy 68 E 270-474-2292

BENTON

Bee Spring Lodge 706 Bee Spring Rd. 270-354-6515

Big Bear Resort 30 Big Bear Resort Rd. 270-354-6414 Cedar Knob Resort 1434 Cedar Knob Rd. 270-354-6998

Comfort Inn & Suites 173 Carroll Rd. 270-527-5300

Cozy Cove Waterfront Resort 1917 Reed Rd. 270-354-8168 Dinner Bell Cottages 13444 US Hwy 68 E 270-354-6521

Hester’s Spot in the Sun 350 Hesters Rd. 270-354-8280 Hickory Hill Resort 90 Hickory Hill Ln. 270-354-8207 High Ridge Resort 40 Ridge Loop 270-354-8989

King Creek Resort & Marina 972 King Creek Rd. 270-354-8268 Malcolm Creek Resort 325 Guthrie Dr. 270-354-6496 Shamrock Motel 806 Main St. 270-527-1341

Shawnee Bay Resort 1297 Shawnee Bay Rd. 270-354-8360

Southern Komfort Camp & Marina 460 Southern Komfort Rd. 270-354-6395

Sportsman’s Anchor Resort 12800 US Hwy 68 E 270-354-6569 Sportsman’s Lodge 12710 US Hwy 68 E 270-354-8333

Town & Country Resort 1425 Gardner Rd. 270-354-6587

Whispering Oaks Resort 267 Millers Rd. 270-354-6628

CALVERT CITY Days Inn 75 Campbell Dr. 270-395-7162

Kentucky Dam Motel 4020 US 62 270-395-5633 Super 8 Motel 86 Campbell Dr. 270-395-5566

GILBERTSVILLE Bel Air Motel 7428 US 62 270-362-4278

Cinderella Motel 65 Park St. 270-362-4427 Cloverleaf Motel 2237 US 62 270-362-4295 Inn By The Lake 2184 US 62 270-362-4278 Ken-Bar Lodge 7711 US 641 270-362-4990

Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 166 Upper Village Dr. 270-362-4271 Kentucky Lake Resort 7511 US 641 270-362-8652 Magnolia Manor 422 Moors Rd. 270-362-8121

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Kenlake State Resort Park 542 Kenlake Rd. 270-474-2211

OAK GROVE Days Inn 212 Auburn St. 270-640-3888

Holiday Inn Express 12759 Ft. Campbell Blvd. 270-439-0022 Quality Inn 201 Auburn St. 270-439-3311

FALL! FUN FACTS Standing An Egg!

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VISITOR INFORMATION Cadiz-Trigg County Tourist Commission P.O. Box 735 Cadiz, KY 42211 270-522-3892 www.gocadiz.com

Marshall County Tourist Commission 93 Carroll Rd. Benton, KY 42025 800-467-7145 www.kentuckylake.org

Central City Tourism Commission 208 North First St. Central City, KY 42330 270-754-9603 www.centralcitykytourism.com

Mayfield Tourism Commission 201 E. College St. Mayfield, KY 42066 270-247-6101 www.mayfieldtourism.com

Henderson County Tourist Commission 101 North Water St., Ste. B Henderson, KY 42420 800-468-3128 or 270-826-3128 www.hendersonky.org

Murray CVB 201 South 4th St. Murray, KY 42071 800-651-1603 or 270-759-2199 www.tourmurray.com

Hopkins County Tourist & Convention Commission 15 E. Center St. Madisonville, KY 42431 877-243-5280 or 270-821-4171 www.hopkinscountytourism.com

Oak Grove Tourism Commission P.O. Box 756 Oak Grove, KY 42262 270-439-5677 www.visitoakgroveky.com

Hopkinsville-Christian County CVB 2800 Fort Campbell Blvd. Hopkinsville, KY 42240 270-885-9096 www.visithopkinsville.com Lake Barkley Tourist Commission 82 Days Inn Dr. Kuttawa, KY 42055 800-355-3885 or 270-388-5300 www.lakebarkley.org Livingston County Tourist Commission 721 Complex Dr. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 800-448-1069 www.livingstonco.ky.gov Marion Tourist Commission P.O. Box 174 Marion, KY 42064 270-965-5015 www.marionkentucky.us

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Ohio County Tourism Commission P.O. Box 22 Hartford, KY 42347 270-298-0036 www.visitohiocountyky.org Owensboro Daviess County CVB 215 E. Second St. Owensboro, KY 42303 800-489-1131 or 270-926-1100 www.visitowensboro.com Paducah CVB 128 Broadway Paducah, KY 270-443-8783 www.paducah.travel

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Summer is gone, but activities at Kentucky State Parks in the north central part of the state do not slow down for fall! Every weekend during October has special events scheduled at a Kentucky State Park. The annual re-enactment of the Battle of Perryville at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site near Danville is Oct. 7-8. This event commemorates the largest Civil War battle in Kentucky that resulted in more than 7,000 casualties. The park preserves the battlefield as it was in 1862 and features a museum and interpretive trails to guide guests. The weekend of Oct. 13-15 will feature the annual Salt Festival at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Boone County. The festival includes demonstrations about pioneer living, Native Americans, entertainment, handmade items for sale and more. The park has a museum about the region’s Ice Age history as well as a small herd of bison.

offered during the evenings for $10 a person. Waveland, White Hall State Historic Site in Richmond and My Old Kentucky Home State Park in Bardstown all offer special Christmas season tours and programs in November and December. Waveland features its “Dickens: A Christmas Carol” Dec. 1-16; White Hall hosts “A Victorian Christmas at White Hall Dec. 1-16, and My Old Kentucky Home hosts its “Merry and Bright” tours of Federal Hill mansion Nov. 4-Jan. 6. General Butler State Resort Park in Carrollton will host its Festival of Trees during December. All trees are decorated by local organizations. The display opens Dec. 2, or Frozen Wonderland Day, when the park has a breakfast with Santa and entertainment.

Rough River Dam State Resort Park near Leitchfield will host its Buffalo and Wild Game Night Oct. 21 from 3:30 to 8 p.m. The menu includes carved bison, buffalo chili, elk meatloaf, frog legs and wild boar. Reservations are required. Call 270-257-2311.

The fall is also a good time for good food at Kentucky State Parks. All resort parks will offer the annual Thanksgiving Day buffet on Nov. 23. During the Christmas holidays, most resort parks will offer special seasonal events as well as New Year’s Eve parties.

For horse enthusiasts, Taylorsville Lake State Park offers equine campsites as well as 24 miles of horse trails for guests. The park is 45 miles southeast of Louisville and includes a 3,000-acre lake for fishing and boating.

Golf courses at Lincoln Homestead and My Old Kentucky Home state parks remain open throughout the fall and offer excellent play.

Halloween is a popular time for outdoor events at many state parks and campgrounds. Fort Boonesborough State Park near Richmond celebrates Halloween Fest Oct. 17-29 with fun and fright. This event is for campers only. Waveland State Historic Site in Lexington will offer tours about the Victorian era mourning customs the weekend of Oct. 18-19. Tours will be

The resort parks at Kentucky State Parks have lodges, cottages, restaurants and year-round recreational activities. The park system also has recreational parks and historic sites throughout the state. There are 30 Kentucky State Park campgrounds open from the spring through late fall.

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PLACES TO GO BARDSTOWN

| Incorporated in 1788, Bardstown is the state’s second oldest city and is best known for “My Old Kentucky Home,” the antebellum mansion that inspired Stephen Foster to write the state’s official song. The historic home now graces the Kentucky quarter. From trains, bourbon, the civil war, historic homes and “Stephen Foster-The Musical,” Bardstown has numerous attractions to see.

POINTS OF INTEREST: My Old Kentucky Home Bluegrass Speedway The Civil War Museum

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BELLEVUE / NEWPORT | Founded in 1795,

Newport has an excellent mix of historic sites and contemporary developments. You can see the Cincinnati skyline as well as walk across the Ohio River on the Purple People Bridge. There is plenty to do for all ages.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

East Row Historic District Newport Aquarium Newport on the Levee NKU Museum of Anthropology Ride the Ducks

BEREA

| Known as the “Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky,” Berea is home to many of the State’s leading professional artists and craft people. Local artisans have working studios for such crafts as weaving, furniture making, quilting, pottery, jewelsmiths, photography, woodworking. Many encourage visitors to watch them as they work. Maysville

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Berea College - Berea College Crafts Resident Artists Mitchell Tolle Artist The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea KY Guild of Artists & Craftsmen Gallery

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CARROLLTON

| The first settlement at the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers was established in 1794 and called Port William. The name was changed to Carrollton in honor of Charles Carroll, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

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POINTS OF INTEREST: General Butler State Resort Masterson House Historic Downtown Point Park on the Rivers

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COVINGTON

| The City of Covington offers some of the best entertainment venues in the region. Main Strasse Village offers a variety of restaurants, taverns, and retail shops. The City is home to the 704 acre Devou Park, numerous other parks, playgrounds, and pools, two public golf courses, and the Bill Cappel Youth Sports Complex, which has four baseball fields and water park.

DANVILLE

| In the heart of Danville is Constitution Square Park where ten constitutional conventions took place. The park has a replica meetinghouse, courthouse and jail, as well as the original circa 1790s post office.

DRY RIDGE / WILLIAMSTOWN / GRANT COUNTY | is centrally located in

Northern Kentucky. Hike the trails at Lloyd’s Wildlife Area in Crittenden. Fish in one of our seven lakes. Go boating on Lake Williamstown. Visit the world famous “Quilt Box” in Dry Ridge, or just kick back and enjoy Country and Bluegrass music at the Olde Star Theatre on Friday and Saturday nights in Williamstown. Grant County has something for everyone. We have several fine hotels. So, when traveling down I-75, stop at Dry Ridge, Williamstown, or Corinth and enjoy a good night’s rest and experience our “Southern Hospitality”.

POINTS OF INTEREST: Dry Ridge Outlet Center The Quilt Box Kentucky Cow Town Lake Williamstown The Olde Star Mall Theatre Hiking in Lloyd’s Woods

ELIZABETHTOWN

| Located on I-65 at the crossroads of the Western and Bluegrass Parkways, Elizabethtown is within easy driving distance to several of Kentucky’s most famous sites. The town is anchored with restaurants, shopping and plentiful lodging. Visit the Historic Downtown Walking Tour, the Schmidt’s Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia and recall memories at the Swope’s Cars of Yesteryear Museum.

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FRANKFORT

| Take a trip back in time and re-live Kentucky’s vibrant history, from the historic Old State Capital, the magnificent Thomas D. Clark Center for History, Kentucky’s only Frank Lloyd Wright home, Daniel Boone’s Gravesite, to scenic covered bridges. Located in the beautiful Kentucky River Valley, Frankfort, Kentucky’s state capital, offers tours of its historic downtown district, fine dining and shopping with unique antiques and crafts.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

KY State Capital Thomas D. Clark Kentucky History Center Buffalo Trace Distillery Historic Downtown

GRAYSON COUNTY / FALLS OF ROUGH | Rough River is one of the state’s most popular lakes for boating and fishing. Campers and hikers enjoy the endless nature trails and convenient beaches. Old mills, historic farms, outdoor theatre, go carts and golf make the Falls of Rough fun for the whole family.

HARRODSBURG

| Some people say Harrodsburg is where Kentucky began. It was the first permanent English settlement west of the Alleghenies and was established in 1774. Many of the homes and buildings around town reflect Harrodsburg’s more than 200 years of history and culture. Old Fort Harrod showcases the early frontier life with live craftspeople.

LAGRANGE

| With its historic architecture filling the downtown area, LaGrange offers guests the relaxed pace of a Kentucky small-town.

LEBANON | There hasn’t been an earthquake

in Lebanon, Kentucky for decades but things never stop moving in Marion County’s largest city. With its lively downtown chock full of eclectic dining and entertainment to its special events and festivals, the Lebanon National Cemetery, historic homes and landmarks, rich Civil War and religious heritage and a robust genealogy research facility, Lebanon keeps a steady beat.

LEXINGTON

| Originally called Masterson’s Station, the name changed to Lexington in 1775 when traveling hunters heard of

NORTH CENTR AL REGION the Revolutionary War battle in Lexington, Massachusetts. The city is home to Transylvania University, the first college west of the Alleghenies. Many of the Commonwealth’s most beautiful horse farms and antebellum architecture surround the city known as the “Heart of the Bluegrass”.

POINTS OF INTEREST: Kentucky Horse Park UK Basketball Museum Keeneland Race Track

Louisville Mega Cavern The Louisville Zoo Belle of Louisville Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Jefferson Memorial Forest Louisville Bats Muhammad Ali Center Waterfront Park

OWENTON / OWEN COUNTY

LOUISVILLE

| Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and is the home of the world famous Kentucky Derby. Built on the falls of the Ohio, Louisville offers visitors a wide range of sites and attractions. Some of the many places to see are Churchill Downs, The Louisville Slugger Museum, home of the Louisville Slugger, museums, historic homes, and the Louisville Zoo. Louisville has all the sights, sounds and action of a big city with the charm of a small town.

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| Owen County, located in the center of I-71, I-75 & I-64, is an easy trip to be in a place that feels a million miles away. Beautiful countryside where you can spend time watching wildlife, hiking or just listening to silence of nature. We have 31 miles of KY River shore line, to boat, fish or paddle. Home to KY largest Winery, Elk Creek Vineyard, where you can enjoy wine tasting & music. We have B&Bs & Inns with great views of our rounding wooded hills. You can choose from converted family homes, or one built to be a luxurious place for you to stay or a Historic home with view of the KY River

“The World’s Largest Halloween Party!” A Magical Party! Kooky. Not Spooky. Thursdays – Sundays in October (Starts Oct. 5) Enter 5 – 8:30 p.m. It’s magical Halloween fun as storybook scenes come to life with costumed characters. Kids 11 and under enjoy trick-ortreating throughout the Zoo. Special ticket required.

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with lots of river activities. Perry Park Golf Resort has a 27 holes of championship quality, while Fairway is a privately owned 18 holes with cottages for group fun. We have a Quilt Trail & Agricultural Heritage Trail to educate you on our agricultural history while enjoying a drive through Owen County Hills. Come stay & play with us, enjoy the friendly folks, good food & a chance to have a relaxing time to just get away.

PARIS / BOURBON COUNTY

| Located just 15 miles northeast of Lexington, Paris is a charming town worthy of a visit. “Horses, History and Hospitality” is our motto and is evident everywhere. Visit Hopewell Museum, Duncan Tavern, Bourbon County Courthouse, Colville Covered Bridge, Cane Ridge Shrine and Wallis House & Arboretum. Reed Valley Orchard is a popular attraction where one can pick their own berries, apples, pears and walk the nature trail. Reserve a tour of Claiborne Farm by calling 859-987-2330 to visit the famous breeding operation and the final resting place of the 1973 Triple Crown Winner, Secretariat. Our Mims Retirement Haven,

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located in rural Bourbon County, is now home to many retired brood mares. Call Jeanne Mirabito at 859-227-6304 for a tour. Donations are welcome. Paris also offers a variety of food and shopping experiences. So take time to visit Paris, Kentucky in beautiful Bourbon County. It is worth the trip!

RADCLIFF / FORT KNOX

| Radcliff / Fort Knox is known as the home of the nation’s gold depository. Take Exit 102 off I-65 for the 12-mile drive to the area. You can see the gold vault, but only from the road! Visit the General George Patton Museum for the finest collection of Patton artifacts in the world.

SHELBYVILLE | Shelby County is known as

the “Saddlebred Horse Capital of the World.” Acres and acres of rolling hills, black fences and horses of many breeds dot the landscape surrounding Shelbyville. For the equine enthusiast, Shelby County offers some of the most exciting competitions in the nation. The Shelbyville Horse Show held in early August at the Shelby County Fairgrounds and the Shelby

NORTH CENTR AL REGION County Fair Horse Show, as well as many other horse shows throughout the year, all make for a lot of “purebred” fun.

SHEPHERDSVILLE

| Shepherdsville located in Bullitt County, 17 miles south of Louisville is the start of the Bourbon Trail. Jim Beam Distillery is just 2 minutes off I-65 at the Clermont exit, where you can have a weekend getaway or a week long adventure.

POINTS OF INTEREST: Kentucky Speedway Warsaw Riverfront Belterra Casino

Eagle Creek Craig’s Creek Ohio River 127 Yard Sale Historic Homes Markland Locks & Dam Boating, Fishing & Camping

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Bernheim Forest Kart Kountry Hawks View Gallery & Cafe Wight-Meyer & Brooks Hill Wineries

VERSAILLES / MILLVILLE / MIDWAY / NONESUCH | Nestled in the heart of the

Bluegrass thoroughbred tradition is Versailles in Woodford County. View magnificent horse farms as you drive on U.S. 60 or detour onto KY 1681 to enjoy one of Kentucky’s most beautiful scenic byways. Stroll along historic tree lined streets in Midway, Nonesuch and Versailles while you enjoy the antique shops, specialty shops and cozy cafe’s. Former President Bush and Queen Elizabeth II continue to visit these quaint towns and beautiful countryside.

WARSAW / SPARTA / GLENCOE

Gallatin County is the hub of motorsport racing in Kentucky. The Kentucky Speedway, a high speed tri-oval, is home to numerous auto racing events throughout the year. This sporting event will attract many who just love anything “racing”. Gallatin County attracts premium boaters and fishermen. Located on the Ohio River and having one of the most beautiful marinas in the state, it’s a fisherman’s dream destination. Warsaw is a quaint old river town with many scenic and historic home sites. Sparta is the home of Kentucky Speedway that lies just off I-71. Glencoe, our most northern city and home of our newest Gallatin County Park, offers walking trails, picnicking, fishing, or just a good time with nature. Located just minutes from Gallatin County are several casinos for those who love gambling, this is your dream come true.

WINCHESTER

| Winchester and Clark County enjoy a special location advantage near the I-64 and Mountain Parkway interchange. The area’s strategic location at the major highway turnoff toward the Appalachia highlands renders this region a true “gateway” between the rolling hills of the Bluegrass (Thoroughbred Country) and the mountains of Daniel Boone Forest.

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THINGS TO DO AUGUSTA

October 14 Turning of the Leaves Festival The Turning of the Leaves Festival is always the second Saturday in October and is sponsored by the local shop keepers and the City of Augusta. Although is started out small it has quickly grown into one of our most popular events. The event boast local crafters, KY Proud Products and showcases all of our unique shops and restaurants. www.augustaky.com November 25 Shopping Event

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Enjoy a day in Augusta, Kentucky while holiday shopping and supporting small businesses. Augusta will be decorated for the Holidays to help brighten your spirit and businesses will be having sales, contests, snacks and more. Also, take a free tour of Augusta or visit our local winery aboard our authentic city trolley. Come back in time to a slower Holiday pace and let Augusta warm your heart. www.augustaky.com December 9 White Christmas Parade Enjoy an event full of holiday spirit and hospitality surrounded by lit streets and festive decor during our White Christmas Parade. The parade is made up of lighted floats, antique cars, local clubs and civic organizations, churches, school bands, horses and of course special Rosemary Clooney music performed live! During the event Santa will be on hand to listen to all of the children’s wish lists and give them a special gift. www.augustaky.com

BARDSTOWN

October 1 Weep No More, Victorian Funeral Customs at My Old Kentucky Home Weep No More, an exhibit on Victorian Mourning Customs is coming to My Old Kentucky Home! www.visitmyoldkyhome.com

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Jailer&rsquo;s Inn, Pioneer Cemetery and the Talbott Tavern (areas of the Tavern are dependent on current events at tour time). 8-9:30 p.m. Bring your camera, audio recorders and camcorders to collect evidence as we walk along the haunted streets of Bardstown. www.ghosthunter.com October 13 Shadows of Federal Hill, Ghost Tours of My Old Kentucky Home Our VERY popular Shadows of Federal Hill tour is back! Ghosts are roaming the halls of My Old Kentucky Home! Explore My Old Kentucky Home with the ghosts of the mansion’s past, all by candle and laternlight this October 13, 15, 20, 21, 27, and 29 at Shadows of Federal Hill, a ghost tour of My Old Kentucky Home. www.visitmyoldkyhome.com October 14 37th Annual Bardstown Arts, Crafts & Antiques Fair Over 200 artists and craftsmen display their talents. Enjoy delicious southern foods and musical entertainment. www.bardstownmainstreet.com October 19 Series

Barton 1792 Distillery Sundown

Join us at Barton 1792 Distillery, on the Visitor Center Patio every third Thursday, June through October from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., for good music featuring Scott Southworth, rotating food trucks, and complimentary bourbon tastings. Bring the family, bring a chair, and we’ll provide the good time! 866-239-4690 www.1792bourbon.com October 21 Bardstown Craft Beer Festival Next Generation Nelson County presents the 4th Annual Craft Beer Festival. Come join us for a tasting of more than 30 domestic and imported craft beer’s, receive a commemorative pilsner tasting glass and dine on local fare while enjoying the sounds of live music. www.bardstowncraftbeerfest.com October 27 Halloween Spooktacular Trick or treat with your favorite merchants, enjoy fun games and catch a movie with the family in downtown Bardstown. www.bardstownmainstreet.com

NORTH CENTR AL REGION October 28 Whiskey City Cruisers Stroll among classic cars from yester year. Fourth Saturday of the month April-October. Kentucky Home Square shopping center. www.visitbardstown.com November 4 “Merry & Bright,” Christmas Tours of My Old Kentucky Home Guides in Victorian hoop skirts and gentleman in tailcoats sing the song “My Old Kentucky Home” on your tour of Kentucky’s most famous landmark decorated for Christmas, My Old Kentucky Home!

November 24 Barton 1792 Distillery: Making Spirits Bright By Lantern Light Join us after the Light Up Bardstown festivities for hot cocoa and other holiday refreshments at our visitor center. Lantern lit tours of our distillery and one of our aging warehouses will be available every 30 minutes. www.1792bourbon.com November 25 / December 2 / 9 / 16 Santa on the Square

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Santa meet-and-greet for children of all ages. Free candy canes. Parents may take as many photos as they wish.

November 17 Sneak-A-Peek Holiday

December 1 – 2 Beautiful Music of Christmas

Get an early jump on all of your holiday shopping and decorating by enjoying a festive holiday sneak peek in downtown Bardstown. November 17 The Gallery On The Square Christmas Open House Enjoy food and drinks at Fine Arts Bardstown Society’s open house reception, featuring a display and sale of a wide variety of art, including our 2017 Christmas collection. Watercolor artist, Jon Walker, will be signing his seasonal Courthouse print. Facebook.com/BardstownGalleryOnTheSquare/ November 17 Flaget Hospital Christmas Bazaar & Luncheon

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Find wonderful gifts, handmade crafts, silent auction items, as well as homemade cakes, pies and breads. Bardstown Baptist Church, 101 W. Brashear Ave. 502-348-4877 November 18 Wickland Christmas Bazaar Christmas decorations, gifts and crafts will be for sale. Local crafters and artists will offer unique creations for one of a kind purchase. For table rentals and more information contact Dixie Hibbs. 502-507-0808 November 24 The Christmas Corner Before Light Up Bardstown, kids can enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, balloons and face painting. November 24 Light Up Bardstown Kicking off the Christmas Season with the official lighting of the City of Bardstown’s Christmas tree, lamppost wreaths, stars and frolicking deer. Music, family Christmas Corner, and Santa will make an appearance!

The Mid-Kentucky Chorus at St. Catharine (under the direction of Teresa Tedder), along with professional soloists and musicians. $15 adults; $12 seniors; students free. Tickets available at St. Joseph Parish Office, by calling 859-336-9232 www.centralkytheatre.com December 2 Civil War Christmas Living history day. Re-enactors will gather at the Old Pioneer Village as a Christmas encampment. Soldiers will prepare campsites, drill and practice field maneuvers. 502-349-0291 www.civil-war-museum.org December 7 Jailer’s Inn Open House Enjoy the holiday season behind bars.Savor hot cider and cookies while viewing some of the beautiful bed and breakfast rooms and hall adorned with holiday cheer. 502-348-5551 www.jailersinn.com December 7 Bardstown Kiwanis Club’s Annual Christmas Parade The Bardstown Kiwanis Club’s Annual Christmas Parade, presented by WBRT Radio, will again delight the children and adults with floats, bands, and lots of holiday spirit.

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October 14 KY Guild of Artists & Craftsmen Fall Fair Juried. Exquisite works of art and crafts by juried Kentucky artists and craftsmen, live music, great food and demonstrations. Held at Indian Fort Theater, Hyw. 21E. (2047 Big Hill Rd.)

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October 20 4th Annual Geocaching Weekend Bring a GPS or smart phone and participate in Berea’s newest family event. This high tech scavenger hunt will take you to parts of our community that you might not otherwise see while honing your adventure skills as you explore Berea’s beautiful outdoors. November 1 7th Annual Make It, Take It, Give It Give a gift from the heart, and from the hands. Make It, Take It, Give It, give you the opportunity to craft gifts for the loved ones in your life, or for your self! These weekend workshops will allow you to have fun will finishing up those holiday shopping lists.

October 20 / 27 Halloween Family Weekends at General Butler State Resort Park Two great weekends of family fun themed around Halloween for guests staying within our Lodge, Cottages, or Campground! Along with day activities, special entertainment, and Trick or Treating will highlight your experience. It’s a fun and safe way to have a howling good time, so make your reservations soon as both weekends are xtremely popular! www.parks.ky.gov October 20 Paranormal Weekends

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Located at General Butler State Resort Park. Enjoy a tour of The Butler-Turpin House and investigate paranormal findings.

November 11 Home & Hearth Christmas Bazaar

October 21 Two Rivers Campground Trick or Treat

Attention shoppers! Hosted at the Russel Acton Fold Center, this 23rd family tradition of folk arts and crafts, features great buys from over 30 artisans and vendors. Food available in kitchen all day. December 2 32nd Annual Twilight Christmas Parade Berea decks the halls and opens its doors wide for this enchanting prelude to the holiday season. Open houses all weekend long. Fantastic shopping in the Artisan Village and College Square, catch the Christmas spirit! December 26 Christmas Country Dance School A fun way to stay warm! Classes in traditional dance styles including English clog, Country, Morris dance, rapper, Danish, Appalachian clogging, and square dance, plus singing, music, crafts and parties. Hosted at the Seabury Center at Berea College. Scholarships available.

CARROLLTON

October 7 KY Kruizers Saturday Night Cruise Held at Hometown Pizza from 4pm-7pm. There is no charge, this is a FREE event. October 14 Art Walk Join us on the courthouse square in Downtown Carrollton, KY for a sidewalk chalk art contest! October 17 Kentucky Gathers Dulcimer Group Group meets every 3rd Tuesday of each month at General Butler State Resort Park’s Lodge Mezzanine for informal practicing and fellowship starting at 10:00 am, and ending early afternoon. www.parks.ky.gov 26 |

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Trick or Treat and campsite decorating at the Two Rivers Campground. Saturday night only. November 18 Another Reason to be Thankful Customer appreciation event. Merchants open regular hours with special buys and sales. The event includes the lighting of the community Christmas tree in downtown Carrollton. November 25 Small Business Saturday Shop antique stores, specialty stores and see what our small town has to offer. Participating stores give special discounts and have door prizes. December 2 Frozen Wonderland Day & Festival of Trees-General Butler SRP Spend your morning with us, we’ll have your favorite Frozen Holiday characters: Elsa, Anna, Krisoff, Olaf, Grinch, Buddy Elf, Cat in the Hat, Ralphie, and of course Santa Claus all joining us for Breakfast from 8:00 am - 10:30 am inside Butler Lodge- Two Rivers Restuarant. www.parks.ky.gov December 2 Christmas Tour of Homes Enjoy a tour of many local homes in Carrollton decorated for the Christmas season. Ticket purchase includes a tour of all the listed homes, churches, plus a hospitality site with free refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at Carrollton Tourism, 515 Highland Ave.

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October 7 Forkland Lincoln Museum The Museum will be open for the first time in 2017 on May 6th, and it will be open every Saturday through October, from noon to 4pm. Come see the new displays and search for your family’s genealogical information.

NORTH CENTR AL REGION October 13 - 14 46th Annual Forkland Heritage Festival & Revue In Forkland we’re proud of our rural past! Each fall we remember it at our Festival by celebrating our heritage with historical displays, crafts, music, food, and more.

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October 6 Kentucky Wool Festival Farm Animals, vendors, Music, games and crafts. Great fun for the kids. 859-654-3378

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Bring your family, school, or church group to visit Country Pumpkins this fall! Country Pumpkins is hosted by the Colson Family at their 250 acre working dairy farm. Our desire is to create a fun fall experience for your family! In addition to a wide variety of pumpkins and gourds for sale, we also have lots of fun activities for your family to enjoy!

It’s a night of dinner, drams and drama! Start your spook-takular evening off with our popular Ghost Tour, followed by dinner and spirits pairing in the Elmer T. Lee Clubhouse. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 5th.

October 1 – 29 Country Pumpkins Fall Festival

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The annual Metcalfe County Pumpkin Festival/5K is an excellent place to enjoy the beautiful fall weather in south central Kentucky and visit with old friends, make new ones, and have a glass of fresh squeezed lemonade and a fried apple pie while walking amid dozens of talented craft vendors, food booths, and children walking around in their Halloween costumes.

ELIZABETHTOWN

October 5 John Conlee in Concert The John Conlee Show will be returning to the Historic State Theater on October 5, 2017! If you missed him last time, here is your chance... or if you just can’t get enough of him, here is your chance to see him again. www.historicstatetheater.org October 14 Second Saturday Historic downtown Elizabethtown’s Second Saturday events began September 15, 2011 with acitivities from 5:00-8:00 p.m. This event, sponsored by the Elizabethtown Heritage Council, will take place every second Saturday, without exception. Locally owned downtown shops and restaurants, as well as The Historic State Theater, The Brown-Pusey House, and the Hardin County History Museum will be showcased. www.touretown.com

October 27 Disturbia At The Distillery

July 16 - 22 Pendleton County Youth Fair The Pendleton County Youth Fair Association is a non-profit corporation and operates exclusively for educational and charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (C)(3) of the Internal Revenue code. The Pendleton County Youth Fair Association’s purpose is to promote the development of youth through agriculture, cultural arts, education, industry and business to the general betterment of Pendleton County and its rural heritage through the facilitation of a county fair. www.pcyouthfair.com

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October 6 Seed to Feed Dinner Series Satisfy the foodie within at Georgetown/ Scott County Tourism’s 2nd Annual Seed to Feed Dinner Series. Chef Justin Thompson of Local Feed partners with talented chefs from all over for a tasteful multicourse meal made with Kentucky Proud products. Enjoy a special dinner prepared by Chef Justin Thompson of Local Feed, as Chef Philip Cronin of Succotash in Washington D.C. accompanies him at Old Friends. www.localfeedky.com/#dinnerSeries. October 7 / 14 & November 4 / 11 Ward Hall Open House Ward Hall, completed in 1857, is considered one of the nation’s finest Greek Revivalstyle mansions. Ward Hall’s center hallway FALL 2017

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is dominated by a copy of George Peter Alexander Healey’s 1860 portrait of Sallie Ward, a celebrated Kentucky belle of her day. www.wardhall.net October 18 Elmwood Stock Farm Fall Daytime Tour The final From the Ground Up Farm Tour of the year takes place October 18, 9-11 am, at Elmwood Stock Farm, in Georgetown, Ky. Fall is a peaceful time of year on the farm as the busiest season winds down, and this is a great time to follow Elmwood’s Mac Stone through the ins and outs of organic farming, from vegetable seed to your table. Take a look at the farm’s chickens, turkeys, cattle, sheep and pigs, too! www.elmwoodstockfarm.com/farmtours

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October 21 Glendale Crossing Festival The Glendale Crossing Festival is always held on the third Saturday in October and hosts roughly 500 art, craft and food booths. There is also a Crossing Festival Parade featuring a huge assortment of floats, cars and old tractors...and everything else that makes a parade special! www.glendalekentucky.com

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October 14 Bike Night Motorcycle enthusiasts will descend on Main Street the 2nd Saturday of each month (MayOctober) in front of the Mercer County Judicial Center. Whether you’re a biker or a spectator, come enjoy live music and grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants in the downtown district. 859-613-2140 October 27 / 28 / 29 Haunted Frontier A haunted house 243 years in the making. Come and experience this haunt that starts in the old fort before entering the wooded area behind the fort, very near the oldest cemetery in the state of Kentucky! Most of the haunt is outside in the smoky darkness of this historic place. This is a serious haunt, not recommended for children under 10 or the weak hearted! 859-734-3314 www.parks.ky.gov October 27 Halloween Field of Horror Come the weekend of Halloween, if you dare! Your nightmares come alive. Get lost in the dark with the rustling corn and watch around 28 |

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Join in on the fun on Saturday night! Don your costumes and walk in the Spooktacular Parade. November 6 $30.00 or Below Varieties of Arts & Crafts offered at $30. or below. Great place to pick up those last minute gifts of stocking stuffers. November 6, 2017 - December 16, 2017. www.artscouncilofmercer.com November 18 Old Fort Harrod Holiday Open House Old Fort Harrod State Park’s annual Holiday Open House will be November the 18th from 6-8 PM. Everyone is invited to tour the fort that will be decorated with candle lanterns. Bring your children and grandchildren to visit Santa next to the fire place in our corner blockhouse. Shop our unique gift shop where everything is 10% off or just sit around the fire and visit with our Friends of Fort Harrod. www.parks.ky.gov November 18 – 19 18th Century Trade Fair @ Old Fort Harrod Walk through the doorway of the James Harrod Conference Center and step back in time to 1775! This will be the 8th Annual Early Kentucky Market Fair by Friends of Fort Harrod. It features some of the most highly acclaimed 18th Century craftsmen and craftswomen in the region who will be on hand displaying and selling their work. www.friendsofoldfortharrod.com December 1 Harrodsburg Historical Society Christmas Tea Christmas Tea Room A delicious offering of tasty soups, sandwiches, hot teas and homemade desserts. Harrodsburg Historical Society, 220 S. Chiles Street. 859-734-5985 December 2 26th Annual Christmas Homes Tour For 26 consecutive years, the Harrodsburg Historical Society has held The Christmas Holiday Homes Tour on the first Saturday of December. The Historical Society also opens

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October 3 Tea Tuesday at Waveland Looking for something fun, unique and different to do with a friend or a group? Waveland State Historic site is serving tea every Tuesday theough December! Tea is served at 2 p.m. in the mansion on fine china. All tea’s include a program, savory food, not to mention the delicious tea served by period dressed interpreters. Once you are finished with the tea enjoy a tour of the Waveland Mansion. www.parks.ky.gov October 12 Kentucky Horse Country Bike Tour This Kentucky bike vacation includes several fun and relaxing days on some of the best backroads we’ve had the pleasure of riding. Not only are these little country lanes low on traffic, but they’re all postcard-perfect with scenic horse farms set among gently rolling hills framed by row after row of black fences and stone walls. Pure joy to ride in the “Horse Capital of the World!” We’ve also included an afternoon visit to the famed Keeneland track (home of the 2015 Breeder’s Cup) so you can see the horses in action. www.veloviewbiketours.com October 18 - 19 Victorian Mourning Customs at Waveland Tour Victorians understood that death was an everyday part of life and that there were many rules of mourning etiquette expected to be followed. Join us as we discuss the private and social aspects of mourning in Victorian- era America. www.parks.ky.gov October 28 Walk Through History at Waveland Take a walk through history at Waveland! A celebration of the prestigious Bryan family and their heritage and plantation life will feature demonstrations, tours and entertainment. Our famous Squire Boone Chair will be featured which is 300 years old! There is also a Vintage 30 |

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Baseball game at 1:00 with our Bluegrass Barons and Reds Hall of Fame Club. www.parks.ky.gov October 28 Vintage Baseball Game at Waveland Bluegrass Barons vs Reds Hall of Fame Club Waveland is the home field to the only Kentucky Vintage Base Ball team, The Bluegrass Barons! Bring your chair and come enjoy a wonderful day of history, food and of course, the good old American pastime, baseball as it was in the 1860’s! www.parks.ky.gov November 10 First Batch Straight Kentucky Bourbon Bluegrass Distillers will produce the first batch of Kentucky Straight Bourbon. www.bluegrassdistillers.com December 2 A Kentucky Christmas at Ashland Ashland’s annual Christmas Market features local Kentucky artisans as well local food vendors. The market will be open throughout the day and will be followed by the Ashland Illumination where we light our outbuildings and many of the trees surrounding the house. Candlelight tours of the mansion begin immediately after the illumination. www.henryclay.org

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October 3 Fall Archery Leagues Looking for some fun competition in the sport of Archery? Join our Beginner and Intermediate Fall Archery Leagues at Tom Sawyer Park! Divisions begin at ages 7 and up. We’ll shoot in the style of the National Archery in the Schools Program. We’ll meet once a week for four weeks in the Gym. Only Mathews Genesis bows and equipment are allowed, no scopes or release aides permitted during league shoots. The park has bows and arrows available for rent for the league! www.parks.ky.gov October 6 - 8 St. James Court Art Show More than 700 fine artists and craftspeople from throughout North America converge the first full weekend of October for the Saint James Court Art Show. Ranked in the Top Ten Fine Art Shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, this autumn tradition draws 200,000 visitors every year who come to

NORTH CENTR AL REGION purchase unique handcrafted items directly from the hands that crafted them. www.sjcas.com October 12 The Louisville Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is from October 12–November 5, will be held in Iroquois Park with 5,000 carved pumpkins lining a 14-mile walking trail, illuminated at night as an art show daily from dusk to 11 p.m. during the week (Sunday-Thursday) and midnight on Friday and Saturday. www.jackolanternlouisville.com October 14 / November 11 / December 16 Secrets of Bluegrass Chefs Exclusive Culinary Experience with Mint Julep Tours. Join us in the Kitchen Studio at Bourbon Barrel Foods to be in the live studio audience as you watch a taping of “Secrets of Bluegrass Chefs.” You’ll see two of Kentucky’s top chefs cook with Tim Laird, Brown-Forman’s Chief Entertaining Officer and Kevin Harned, WAVE 3 TV Chief Meteorologist. Your ticket includes a cocktail meet-and-greet followed by a tour of the facility. At the conclusion of the show you will sample all the foods that the chefs prepared.

for appetizers, cocktails and a bourbon tasting inside a working rickhouse. Master Distiller Denny Potter will lead the tasting that includes the rare opportunity to pull and taste straight from a barrel using a Whiskey Thief. Then you’ll head back to Louisville to the new Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, where you’ll enjoy more appetizers, desserts and cocktails in the Prohibition-Era Speakeasy Lounge. www.mintjuleptours.com December 8 - 10 Louisville Christmas Gift and Decor Show 2017 One of the nations finest Christmas Gift shows featuring dealers from across the country selling gifts, crafts, bath & body, jewelry, candles, clothes and more. www.stewartpromotions.com December 29 - January 1 Kentucky Flea Market New Years Spectacular 2017

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www.mintjuleptours.com October 21 Via Colori Street Painting Festival Via Colori is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations, vendors, and partners come together to host the most creative festival in Kentucky. The festival has been in the Elizabethtown area for almost a decade and is moving to Louisville in celebration of its ten year anniversary in Kentucky for 2017. Approximately 100 artists will participate with the intent of making an artistic masterpiece on a large scale, directly on the sidewalks of Waterfront Park in Louisville.

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Over 30 Vendors. Special Christmas Music Santa Claus - Bagpiper - Christmas Carolers - Shops, Museums and Vendors will be open both days.

Books, Chapbooks & Broadsides by KY Authors. Cards & Handbound Journals. Greenery and more from Hazelfield Farm. Handcrafted Herbal Specialty Soaps from Anna’s. Dara’s hand-dipped tapers and silk scarves. Pottery by Maureen Hall.

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October 21 Kentucky Railway Museum’s Annual Car & Truck Show With over 100 entrants in 2016, join the fun by registering your antique car or truck or just come to take in the music, tour the setup of vehicles and ride the train. Great door prizes and awards are given. www.kyrail.org October 28 / November 18 Kentucky Railway Museum’s Murder Mystery Theatre Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn. www.kyrail.org October 28 Kentucky Railway Museum’s Train Robbery Join us for a wild ride as your train gets robbed by a gang of train robbers! Train ride is approximately 2 hours. You will be robbed! Proceeds benefit the Crusade for Children. www.kyrail.org December 1 - 3 / 8 - 10 / 15 - 18 Kentucky Railway Museum’s North Pole Express All aboard for an evening of fun and holiday cheer as we journey to the North Pole to pick up Santa. Enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas for pictures with Santa at the depot. www.kyrail.org December 2 - 3 / 9 - 10 / 16 - 18 Railway Museum’s Santa Express

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www.larkspurpress.com December 3 Christmas Parade Christmas Parade start around 2:30 at Southern States and continues to Downtown at The Courthouse. Santa will be a Courthouse porch to greet children. Artists will be set up in the hall of the Courthouse with great Christmas gifts. Businesses in town are open for business and friendly greeting.

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September 30 “Touched by the Fire” Blacksmith’s Weekend Come Perryville Battlefield to see and learn about an ancient craft kept alive even to this day! Join a group of blacksmiths including Randy Wolfe of Bethel Forge as they demonstrate projects and techniques, trade ideas and information, swap tall tales of the forge, and also offer hand forged items for sale. The process of making charcoal in the 18th century will be interpreted all during the week. Blacksmiths are invited to bring along their portable forges, start up fire and join in! www.parks.ky.gov October 6 Halloween Lights Drive Thru Enjoy the sights, sounds and scares of over one and one half miles of Halloween lights and displays from your car. Concessions and snacks available. $5 donation goes to the Fort Boonesborough Foundation. For more information please call (859) 527-3454 or email jack.winburn@ky.gov October 10 Second Tuesday Teas

Step back in time as you experience a Low Tea and a tour inside the historic White Hall mansion. Tea is served at 1:00 pm, the second Tuesday of each month. Enjoy delectable refreshments with friends while learning a bit about the history and etiquette of the Victorian era. www.parks.ky.gov

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October 13 Evenings at White Hall Join us on the 2nd Friday of the month as we delve a little deeper into the history of White Hall State Historic Site and members of the Clay family. We will explore a different topic each month - everything from Cassius M. Clay’s emancipation plan to the titillating legends that surround his legacy. We will also discuss the Clay women and their influence on the Woman’s Rights Movement. Cassius was not the only Clay who made history! www.parks.ky.gov October 13 Boonesboro Boogie Nationals Car Show Join us in the main field of the Park to view over 1,000 cars over three days. There will also be vendors and live entertainment. Cost is $2 per person or $5 per car load. To pre-register your show car please contact Donna Haggard at (502) 875-8319 or donnax19@netzero.net. October 20 Rifle Frolic and Frontier Skills Open to all Ladies and Gentlemen - Compete for prizes and honor, or just enjoy an 18th century weekend. Plans currently include a rifle shoot, woods walk, smoothbore match, Seneca run, hawk and knife, archery, fling and steel and tavern games. Prizes and blanket shoots. Events will be ongoing throughout the weekend. Merchants and Traders welcome. www.parks.ky.gov October 17 Halloween Fest Come early and join us for our 22nd annual Halloween Party at Fort Boonesborough. This will be our biggest yet as we celebrate with THIRTEEN days of fun and frights. We will have scheduled times for pirate putt-putt, camper decoration contest, constume contest, ghost walks, bean supper, pancake breakfast, Halloween parade, crafts, Pumpkin Express hayrides, live entertainment, trick or treating and lots, lots more. This event is for registered campers only. (859) 527-3454 or email jack.winburn@ky.gov November 10 A Campers Thanksgiving

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October 13 - 15 Salt Festival Journey back in time as Big Bone Lick returns to days long past.The festival features demonstrations of pioneer living and skills, frontier ingenuity, traditions, and lifeways. Browse the crafter’s corner to seen the many handmade and hand-crafted items for sale and find lots of good eats at the food court. Enjoy folk and bluegrass music, listen to a storyteller, view prehistoric Ice Age artifacts, and watch a blacksmith working red-hot iron. See how salt was extracted from the waters of Big Bone, watch a flintknapper make a stone point, and discover how bison hair was spun into yarn. www.parks.ky.gov October 14 Halloween Fall Fest After much success we have decided to again host this FREE event. A great warm up for Halloween weekend and FREE CANDY. Come visit our Haunted Kids Village, enjoy a haunted hay ride and much more. www.janessaddlebag.com

WINCHESTER October 31 Halloween MAINia Halloween MAINia is a traffic free Trick or Treat event in our historic Downtown Winchester! Join us from 6:00pm until 8:00pm for Halloween fun! All are welcome to this Free and Family Friendly event. www.downtownwinchesterky.org December 2 Christmas Parade Celebrate the holidays in downtown Winchester with our annual Christmas Parade! www.downtownwinchesterky.org

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PLACES TO STAY BELLEVUE / NEWPORT Comfort Suites Newport 420 Riverboat Row 859-291-6700 Holiday Inn Bellevue 110 Landmark Dr. 888-405-4329

Riverfront Travelodge 222 York St. 859-291-4434

BROOKS

Econolodge 1901 E. Blue Lick Rd. 502-955-1501 Hampton Inn 180 Willabrook Dr. 502-957-5050

Quality Inn & Suites 716 Brooks Hill Rd. 502-955-6272

CARROLLTON

Best Western Executive Inn 10 Slumber Ln. 502-732-8444 Carrollton Inn 218 Main St. 502-732-6905 Comfort Inn 141 Inn Rd. 502-732-6661

Days Inn Old Hwy 227 502-732-9301

General Butler SRP 1608 Old Hwy 227 502-732-4384 Hampton Inn 7 Slumber Ln. 502-732-0700

Holiday Inn Express 147 Hospitality Way 502-732-6770 Super 8 130 Slumber Ln. 502-732-0252

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Country View RV Park 690 E. Main St. 270-692-0408

Hampton Inn of Lebanon 1125 Loretto Rd. 270-699-4000 Hollyhill Inn 459 W. Main St. 270-692-2175

Lebanon Suites 255 W. Main St. 270-692-6663

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Best Western Dixie 1735 Stewarts Ave. 502-449-7376

Best Western jameson Inn 1301 Kentucky Mills Dr. 502-261-8100 Breckinridge Inn 2800 Breckenridge Ln. 502-456-5050 Candlewood Suites 1367 Gardiner Ln. 502-357-3577

Comfort Inn & Suites Airport 653 Phillips Ln. 502-375-2233 Courtyard by Marriott 100 S. Second St. 502-562-0200 Days Inn Airport 3357 Fern Valley Rd. 502-968-8124

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Hilton Garden Inn East 1530 Alliant Ave. 502-297-8066

Courtyard by Marriott 775 Newtown Court 859-253-4646

Holiday Inn Express 3711 Chamberlain Ln. 502-814-0004

Comfort Suites 3060 Fieldstone Way 859-296-4446

Courtyard by Marriott 1951 Pleasant Ridge Dr. 859-263-9090 Days Inn 1987 N. Broadway 859-299-1202

Econo lodge 5527 Athens-Boonesboro Rd. 859-263-5101

Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa 1800 Newtown Pike 859-231-5100 Hilton Garden Inn 1973 Plaudit Pl. 859-757-3621

Holiday Inn 1950 Newtown Pike 859-233-0512

University Inn 1229 S. Limestone St. 859-278-6625

Holiday Inn Hurstbourne 1325 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. 502-426-2600

La Quinta Inn & Suites Airport 4215 Preston Hwy. 502-368-0007 Quality Inn & Suites Airport 311 E. Gaulbert Ave. 502-638-6100 Ramada Inn Downtown 1041 Zorn Ave. 502-456-4411

Residence Inn Downtown 33 E. Market St. 502-589-8998

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VISITOR INFORMATION Bardstown-Nelson County Tourism One Court Square Bardstown, KY 40004 800-638-4877 www.visitbardstown.com

Elizabethtown Tourism & Convention Bureau 1030 North Mulberry St. Elizabethtown, KY 42701 270-765-2175 www.touretown.com

Berea Tourist Commission 3 Artist Circle • Berea, KY 40403 800-598-5263 www.berea.com

Frankfort-Franklin County Tourist & Convention Commission 100 Capital Ave. Frankfort, KY 40601 800-960-7200 www.visitfrankfort.com

Carrollton-Carroll County Tourism 515 Highland Ave. • Carrollton, KY 41008 800-325-4290 or 502-732-7036 www.visitcarrolltonky.com Danville-Boyle County CVB 105 E. Walnut St. Danville, KY 40422 859-236-7794 www.danvillekentucky.com

Georgetown-Scott County Tourism Commission P.O. Box 825 Georgetown, KY 40324 888-863-8600 or 502-863-2547 www.georgetownky.com Grant County Tourism Commission 1116 Fashion Ridge Rd. Dry Ridge, KY 41035 800-382-7117 or 859-824-3451 www.grantcokytourism.com

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Grayson County Tourism Commission 425 South Main Leitchfield, KY 42754 270-259-2735 www.graysoncountytourism.com Harrodsburg-Mercer County Tourist Commission 488 Price Ave. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 800-335-9192 or 859-734-2364 www.harrodsburgky.com Lebanon Tourist & Convention Commission 239 N. Spalding Ave., Ste 200 Lebanon, KY 40033 270-692-0021 www.visitlebanonky.com www.HeartOfKentucky.com

Radcliff-Ft. Knox Tourism Commission P.O. Box 845 Radcliff, KY 40159 800-334-7540 www.radclifftourism.org Richmond Tourism Commission 345 Lancaster Ave. Richmond, KY 40475 800-866-3705 www.richmondkytourism.com Shelbyville-Shelby County Visitors Bureau 316 Main St. Shelbyville, KY 40065 502-633-6388 www.shelbyvilleky.com

Lexington CVB 301 E. Vine St.Lexington, KY 40507 859-244-7706 www.visitlex.com

Shepherdsville-Bullitt County Tourist & Convention Commission 395 Paroquet Springs Dr. Shepherdsville, KY 40165 502-543-8687 www.travelbullitt.org

Greater Louisville CVB 401 W. Main St., Ste. 2300 Louisville, KY 40202 502-584-2121 www.gotolouisville.com

Springfield Tourism Commission 127 W. Main St. Springfield, KY 40069 859-336-5440 www.springfieldky.org

Maysville-Mason County CVB 216 Bridge St. Maysville, KY 41056 606-564-9419 www.cityofmaysville.com/tourism

Winchester-Clark County Tourism Commission 2 South Maple St. Winchester, KY 40391 800-298-9105 www.tourwinchester.com

Northern Kentucky CVB 50 E. River Center Blvd., Ste. 200 Covington, KY 41011 859-261-4677 www.nkycvb.com

Paris-Bourbon County Tourism 720 High St. Paris, KY 40361 859-987-8744 www.parisky.com

Oldham County Tourism Commission P.O. Box 529 Pewee Valley, KY 40056 502-222-0056 www.touroldhamcounty.com

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Fall

EASTERN REGION

The fall season in Eastern Kentucky is one of the most popular thanks to Mother Nature’s annual array of colors. Kentucky State Parks in the region are perfect places to enjoy the leaves as well as other outdoor recreation as temperatures cool off. Elk viewing tours at Jenny Wiley State Resort Park have become popular for weekend getaways. Visitors can take a guided van tour to see wild elk in their mountain habitat and enjoy a few days at this popular park in Prestonsburg. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park near Corbin will host its Outdoor Family Adventure weekends Oct. 6-7 and Nov. 24-25. The weekends feature astronomy, archery, hiking and more outdoor adventure for the entire family. The month of October is popular for Halloween events at many state parks. Carter Caves State Resort Park near Olive Hill sponsors a Haunted Trail on three October weekends. This event is not for the faint of heart! Kentucky State Park campgrounds are busy this time of year and the parks plan to keep campgrounds open through mid-November. Grayson Lake State Park, Yatesville Lake State Park, Levi Jackson State Park and Paintsville Lake State Park offer excellent camping opportunities in the region. Levi Jackson State Park in London is also the home of Treetop Adventure – a challenge course with bridges that connect trees and platforms. It’s open through mid-November, depending upon weather conditions. Hiking is another fall activity at many Kentucky State Parks. Natural Bridge State Resort Park at Slade, Kingdom Come State Park at Cumberland and the Dawkins Line Rail Trail provide hikers with some excellent views of the region’s natural beauty. The Dawkins Line is also open to horseback riders and cyclists.

Natural Bridge also hosts the last three Saturday hoedowns of the season Oct. 7, 14 and 21 at Hoedown Island. The dances have been held there for more than 45 years. The fall is also a good time for good food at Kentucky State Parks. All resort parks in the region – Greenbo Lake, Carter Caves, Pine Mountain, Jenny Wiley, Buckhorn Lake, Natural Bridge and Cumberland Falls – will offer the annual Thanksgiving Day buffet on Nov. 23. Golf courses at Grayson Lake, Yatesville Lake, and Pine Mountain all remain open and offer excellent play through the fall. During the Christmas holidays, most resort parks will offer special seasonal events as well as New Year’s Eve parties. The resort parks at Kentucky State Parks have lodges, cottages, restaurants and yearround recreational activities. The park system also has recreational parks and historic sites throughout the state. There are 30 Kentucky State Park campgrounds open from the spring through late fall.

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Eastern

REGION Greenup Greenbo Lake

Ashland

Louisa

Grayson Lake

Morehead

Yatesville Lake

Cave

Run Mt. Sterling Lake

Stanton

West Liberty

Paintsville Lake

Slade

Red River Gorge

Paintsville U B E R T T. C O M BS M O

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Dewey Lake

Salyersville

Prestonsb

Mt. Vernon/ Renfro Valley

Buckhorn Buckhorn Lake

Wood Creek Lake

Hazard Carr fork Lake

London

Laurel River Lake

Cumberland

Corbin

Williamsburg

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Harlan

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PLACES TO GO ASHLAND

| Throughout the year, Ashland offers a pleasing blend of history, culture, scenic venues, outdoor recreation and annual festivals, guaranteed to provide you with true Southern Hospitality! Ashland is minutes from I-64 and a direct link on the colorful US 23-Country Music Highway. This accessibility makes Ashland a perfect stop for your travels.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Poage Landing Central Park The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center Pendleton Art Center

BARBOURVILLE | Whether your stay is for

an hour, a day, or a lifetime—Barbourville is great place to be anytime of the year! Enjoy our charming downtown, arts and heritage events, a water park, RV camping, walking trails, the Redbud Quilters Garden, the historical museum and a variety of festivals other activities held throughout each season!

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Dr. Thomas Walker State Park Civil War Interpretive Park Redbud Festival & Heritage Living Event Appalachian Fire Muster Battle of Barbourville Daniel Boone Festival Knox Historical Museum Kentucky Communities Crafts Village Brickyard Waves Park Union College

CORBIN

| The Corbin exits off I-75 are the closest access points to 5,600-acre Laurel River Lake. Corbin sits on the shores of this beautiful lake. Within an hour’s drive are six state and national parks, countless attractions, and high adventures such as hiking, camping or golf.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

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Fishtrap Lake

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Harland Sanders Museum and Café Corbin Railroad Museum

CUMBERLAND / BENHAM / LYNCH

We would like to welcome you to visit our beautiful scenic area in the majes tic mountains of Southea s t Kentuck y. You will enjoy Kingdom Come State Par k, the highes t par k in the s tate at 2 ,70 0 f t . w hich hos t s some of the mos t ex tr aordinar y natur al rock for mations in the s tate. Cumberl and is the “Bl ack Bear Capital of Kentuck y ” and we do hos t the A nnual Kentuck y Bl ack Bear Fes tival the second weekend in May, the annual Kingdom Come Swappin’ Meetin’ the fir s t full weekend FALL 2017

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in Oc tober at the Southea s t Kentuck y Communit y & Technical College.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Black Mountain - Highest point in Kentucky Kingdom Come State Park Little Shepherd Trail Godbey Appalachian Center Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Black Mountain Recreational Trailhead Kentucky Coal Mining Museum Benham School House Inn Lynch Depot

MOREHEAD

| Morehead is a great area for outdoor recreation. It is best known for Cave Run Lake with 8270 acres and 166 miles of shoreline. Some call it Kentucky’s “best kept secret”. This scenic lake is outstanding for sailing and fishing. Cave Run is surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest. While visiting Morehead, don’t miss the fascinating collection at the Kentucky Folk Art Center on 1st Street which is home to artwork constructed from found objects made by renowned Kentucky Folk artists.

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HAZARD

| Come Home to the Mountains! If You Can’t Stop, Smile as You Go By. Hazard is the home of the Black Gold Festival and the Greater Hazard Area Performing Arts Series. All trails in Hazard and Perry County lead to adventure and excitement. Trails for your personal adventure include walking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, ATV/dirt bikes, quiltblock tours and specialty shopping.

Cave Run Lake Kentucky Folk Art Center Morehead State University Daniel Boone National Forest Eagle Trace Golf Course

HARLAN | Harlan is one of Kentucky’s most ruggedly beautiful mountain areas. It’s paradise for hikers and campers. The most spectacular scenery is along the Little Shepherd Trail, winding for 38 miles along the crest of the 2,800 foot-high Pine Mountain.

LONDON | Walk over the famous “Wilderness Road” (in Levi Jackson State Park) where over 200,000 pioneers traveled to Kentucky during the twenty years from 1775 to 1796. McHarque’s Mill, a restored water-powered grist mill, features a world class collection of millstones. The Mountain Life Museum, with its pioneer settlement, and Indian artifacts and camping, offer London’s visitors an abundance of things to do.

LOUISA

| Louisa/Lawrence County is home to the scenic Yatesville Lake State Park. The lake, known as the “Bass Capitol of Eastern Kentucky” also offers family activities at our beach and marina. Rentals are available for kayaks, standboards and pedal boats. The cabins and campgrounds in the county are some of the best around! Our Eagle Ridge Golf Course which is located at the lake was designated by Golf Digest as a top ten “Best Courses you can Play”. 44 |

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Lawrence County is home to the scenic Yatesville Lake, a favorite of bass fishermen and kayakers alike. Camping, hiking, water sports, golf, fishing, horseback riding, biking or just relaxing...

You can find it all in Lawrence County!

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MT. STERLING

| Nestled between the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and the Kentucky Bluegrass Region, our charming downtown is unique with an art gallery, gift shops, and restaurants. Play a round of golf at Old Silo, one of Kentucky’s Best Public Golf Courses or take a tour at the official candy of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby factory, Ruth Hunt Candy.

MT. VERNON / RENFRO VALLEY

| Renfro Valley is Kentucky’s Country Music Capital. For over 50 years, Renfro Valley has offered the very best in good wholesome family fun. It all began here in 1939 with John Lair’s radio broadcasts. Stage shows feature a wide range of country music and concerts by country’s brightest stars. You will be clapping your hands, stomping your feet or holding your sides with laughter.

PAINTSVILLE | The Paintsville area is known

as the birth place of country music queen Loretta Lynn, the “Coal Miner’s Daughter.” You will find directions to her childhood home, Butcher Hollow, at the Paintsville visitor center. Beautiful Paintsville Lake, with its steep, rocky cliffs and wooded coves, is perfect for boating, skiing, and fishing. Don’t miss the nearby Mountain Home Place, a living history village depicting the rugged way of life on the Appalachian plateau in the mid-1800’s. Costumed interpreters go about their day-to-day chores.

and the Kentucky Highland Folk Festival. Enjoy star lodging, dining, hospitality and specialty shopping.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

East Kentucky Science Center & Planetarium Jenny Wiley Festival Ranier Racing Museum Samuel May House Thunder Ridge Racing & Entertainment Complex US 23 Country Music Highway Yard Sale

RED RIVER GORGE AREA

| The U. S. Forest Service has designated 13,000 acres of the Daniel Boone National Forest as a National geologic area in recognition of its unique natural features. Vacationing families enjoy canoeing, backpacking, rock climbing and picnicking in the Red River Gorge. See the splendor of the forest by taking a hike on one of the many trails.

WILLIAMSBURG

| Williamsburg is located 11 miles north of the Kentucky-Tennessee border at Exit 11 on I-75. The city is a great access point for both Cumberland Falls and The Big South Fork Recreation Areas. New to Williamsburg is the Hal Rogers Family Entertainment Center, complete with a water park. When arriving from the north or south, stop at their large tourism center for all your local attractions information.

PIKEVILLE

| Travel back in time and visit six restored sites of the most famous feud of all time! The Hatfields and McCoys began their feud in 1865 and continued for twenty years! We celebrate our Appalachian heritage in the spring with the Hillbilly Days Festival in downtown Pikeville. Historic Pike County is home to various museums, such as the Railroad Museum, Heritage Museum, various historical homes, and Dils Cemetery, where members of the McCoy family are buried. Come experience our Highlands hospitality and take home a treasure trove of memories.

PRESTONSBURG | Prestonsburg, the “Star

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THINGS TO DO BIG CREEK

December 2 Redbird Crest 100K Trail Race The Redbird Crest Trail is one of eastern Kentuckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best off-road secrets. The Redbird Crest 100k race is an out and back course that runs from the Peabody Trailhead along the Redbird River in a lollipop shape along the northern section of the Redbird Ranger District. There is a single start and finish location along with 12 aid stations along the course (at 6 different locations). 859-699-9871 www.nextopportunityevents.com/redbirdcrest100k

CORBIN

October 6 Outdoor Family Adventure At Cumberland Falls Bring the entire family for an exciting weekend at the falls. There will be various types of activities that the whole family can enjoy such as hikes to unique natural arches and waterfalls, Archery, Fire Tower walks, Storytelling, Astronomy, and more! All programs are free and no reservations are necessary. Please contact park for a detailed schedule of activities. www.parks.ky.gov October 7 Campout at the Fire Tower The Pinnacle Knob Tower is open for scheduled Tours throughout the year. Here is an opportunity to spend part of the night in an fire tower, while enjoying the night sky and breathtaking views of the Cumberland Plateau. Cost is $ 35.00 per person and includes, camping equipment, evening snack, and breakfast buffet in the River View Restaurant at the DuPont Lodge. www.parks.ky.gov November 24 Outdoor Family Adventure At Cumberland Falls Bring the entire family for an exciting weekend at the falls. There will be various types of activities that the whole family can enjoy such as hikes to unique natural arches and waterfalls, Archery, Fire Tower 46 |

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walks, Storytelling, Astronomy, and more! All programs are free and no reservations are necessary. Please contact park for a detailed schedule of activities. www.parks.ky.gov

GREENUP

October 13 Camper Halloween Weekend 1 The first of three fun filled Camper Halloween Weekends at Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Campgrounds. A full schedule of events include: Site decorating contest, costume contests, pumpkin carving contest and cake walk. Fun and games for everyone! www.parks.ky.gov October 20 Camper Halloween Weekend 2 The second of three fun filled Camper Halloween Weekends at Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Campgrounds. A full schedule of events include: Site decorating contest, costume contests, pumpkin carving contest and cake walk. Fun and games for everyone! www.parks.ky.gov October 27 Camper Halloween Weekend 3 The last fun filled Camper Halloween Weekends at Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Campgrounds. A full schedule of events include: Site decorating contest, costume contests, pumpkin carving contest and cake walk. Fun and games for everyone! www.parks.ky.gov

LONDON

October 6 Fall Campers Yard Sale 2017 This is our third of our three yard sales for the season! Campers are invited to set up and sell right on their campsites. The sale is advertised in the local newspaper and the public is invited in to browse and shop. Camping reservations are recommended. Call (606) 330-2130 for more information or e-mail danika.riggs@ky.gov. October 16 Camp Spook 2017 Break out your costumes and candy! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our annual Halloween event here at Levi Jackson

EA STERN REGION State Park. We’ll have recreation activities planned including crafts for the kids, a campground-wide trick or treat, a dance party, and much more! All recreation events are for registered campers only. Please note: camping reservations for Camp Spook can only be made online or by calling Reserve America (1-888459-7275). The park does not book Camp Spook reservations. www.parks.ky.gov

MOREHEAD

December 2 Appalachian Holiday Arts & Craft Fair KFAC’s annual Appalachian Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair will be held at the Laughlin Health Building. The Appalachian Arts & Crafts Fair offers visitors a wide and varied selection of regional arts and crafts, ranging from the traditional to the cutting edge, including holiday decorations. More than 100 vendors participate. 606-783-2204

MOREHEAD

October 13 October Court Days October Court Days in downtown Mt. Sterling! Kentuckys Oldest Festival and chosen as a top 10 Fall Festival in Kentucky! Find out how to become a vendor on the website under the Court Day Vendor Section. www.mtsterlingtourism.com

OLIVE HILL

October 6 / 13 / 20 Carter Caves Haunted Trail If you dare, come and take the walk through our 1/4 mile wooded trail, and experience thrilling scenes and haunts that will have you shivering with fear. Our past trail survivors consider Carter Caves Haunted Trail as one of the best Haunted Attractions in the region. Admission is $10 per person. Concessions will be available at the beginning of the trail. www.parks.ky.gov October 27 / 29 Halloween Campout Celebration & Spooky Cave-in Movie Campers come join us for our 13th annual Halloween Campout Celebration! Some of the special activities include site-to-site trick or treating, pumpkin carving contest, costume

contest, and a campsite decorating contest. It’s a spooktacular time, so we hope to see you lurking around the campground on this fun filled weekend! Also Join us at Cascade Cave on October 29th for an evening of fun as we show you a family friendly spooky flick INSIDE THE CAVE! www.parks.ky.gov November 3 Murder Mystery Theater The ever so popular group, Murder and Merriment, who had their debut performance at Carter Caves this past Valentines Weekend will be back to perform another interactive, mind bending and entertaining Murder Mystery Performance. www.parks.ky.gov

PAINTSVILLE

October 7 Kentucky Apple Festival Join us in downtown Paintsville for the 54th Annual Kentucky Apple Festival which is always held the first Saturday in October. The festival features a parade, carnival rides, free music concerts, arts & crafts, flea market, gospel sing, and lots more! (800) 542-5790 www.kyapplefest.org October 28 Pumpkin House Stafford House 3rd Annual Pumpkin Open House. Its a magical display of our counties carved pumpkins. Bring your pumpkin for display and your pumpkin could be a winner. www.visitpaintsvilleky.com December 2 Christmas in the City Join us in downtown Paintsville for our annual Christmas Celebration! Live nativity, carriage rides, carolers, ornament-making for the children, and much more! For more info, please call (606) 789-2600. www.visitpaintsvilleky.com

PIKEVILLE

October 20 Comedian Rodney Carrington Very good comedian coming to East KY Expo Center Friday Oct. 20. This is for adults only. Please leave the children at home. www.eastkyexpo.com FALL 2017

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October 21 Big Church Night Out Come on out to hear the best in religious music from the Newsboys and others. www.eastkyexpo.com November 10 Gary Allan Live Get a lot of laughs from this comedian with special guest Olivia Lane. www.eastkyexpo.com November 10 Flat Stanley

The Musical Adventures of

The beloved children’s book written by Jeff Brown is a literary and pop cultural phenomenon, delighting readers all around the world. And now, everyone’s favorite two-dimensional hero has a new life in The Musical Adventures Of Flat Stanley JR. Filled with infectious songs and non-stop adventure, Flat Stanley JR. is a perfect show to introduce young performers to the magic of live theatre. www.jwtheatre.com December 1 A Christmas Carol Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. www.jwtheatre.com

for over 45 years! Natural Bridge State Resort Park and square dance caller, Jane Bolin, invite you on Saturdays from May through midOctober to Hoedown Island. December 9 Breakfast with Santa At Natural Bridge state Resort Park The Hemlock Lodge and Sandstone Arches Restaurant will be decorated for the holiday season! Bring out your children and enjoy a holiday-themed breakfast at the Sandstone Arches Restaurant in the Hemlock Lodge. Children will have the opportunity to sit with Santa and parents will be able to take pictures, so don’t forget your camera.

STAFFORDSVILLE

December 8 / 15 Mountain HomePlace Christmas Bring the entire family out to enjoy Christmas at the Mountain HomePlace. Live nativity, carolers, carriage rides, Story of Christmas, lighting of the tree, refreshments, and much more! The gift shop will also be open for last minute Christmas shopping! For more info, please call (606) 297-1469. www.parks.ky.gov November 4 Unbridled Adventure Race Series at Kentucky State Parks Get ready for another great year of the Unbridled Series! The 2017 series continues an exciting collection of adventure races being held in partnership with Kentucky State Parks and The KY State Parks Foundation. http://361adventures.com/unbridled

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STEARNS

Proudly Serving the following entrees:

The No Business Trail Ultra Marathon hosted in Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. The No Business 100 will begin and end at Blue Heron, and old mining community also known as Mine 18.

October 21 Buffalo Night Top Round Buffalo Carved on the Line. Buffalo Meatloaf w/Cherokee Sauce. Catfish with Hushpuppies. Buffalo Stew. Fried Chicken. Buffalo Chili. www.parks.ky.gov

October 14 Van Lear Days

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While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, all information is subject to change. Please call ahead to verify dates, times and schedules!

EA STERN REGION

PLACES TO STAY ASHLAND

Ashland Inn 3020 Winchester Ave. 606-325-0776 Ashland Plaza Hotel 1441 Winchester Ave. 606-329-0055

Colonial Inn 1835 Winchester Ave. 606-325-4747 Days Inn Ashland 12700 KY 180 606-928-3600 Fairfield Inn 10945 US 60 606-928-1222

Four Season Motel 2317 Winchester Ave. 606-324-0330

Hampton Inn 1321 Cannonsburg Rd. 606-928-2888 Holiday Inn Express 13131 Slone Ct. 606-929-1720 Knights Inn 7216 US 60 West 606-928-9501

Quality Inn 4708 Winchester Ave. 606-325-8989

Ramada Inn Catlettsburg US 23 South 606-739-5700 Winchester Inn 2280 Winchester Ave. 606-329-2868

BUCKHORN

Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park 4441 State Hwy 1833 606-398-7510

CORBIN

Baymont Inn & Suites 174 Adams Rd. 606-523-9040

Comfort Suites 47 Adams Rd. 606-526-6646

Quality Inn 400 GOP St. 606-877-4466

Hampton Inn 125 Adams Rd. 606-523-5696

Red Roof Inn 110 Melcon Ln. 606-862-8844

Fairfield Inn 857 E. Cumberland Park Hwy. 606-528-7020

Knights Inn 39 Hwy 770 606-523-1500

GREENUP

Greenbo Lake State resort Park 965 Lodge Rd. 606-473-7324

LONDON

Budget Host Westgate Inn 254 Russell Dyche Memorial Hwy. 606-878-7330 Comfort Suites 1918 W. Hwy 192 606-877-7848

Country Inn & Suites 2035 W. Hwy 192 606-878-9900 Ramada Limited 115 Stone Trace Dr. 859-497-9400 Days Inn 207 State Hwy 80 606-864-2222 Economy Inn 1232 N. Main St. 606-864-8867

Hampton Inn - North 200 Alamo Dr. 606-864-0011

Hampton Inn - South 2075 State Hwy 192 606-877-1000 Holiday Inn Express 506 Minton Dr. 606-862-0077

Ramada Limited 1895 State Hwy 192 606-877-3400

Sleep Inn 105 Melcon Ln. 606-877-9700

Super 8 285 State Hwy 80 606-878-9800

LOUISA

Best Western Plus 18199 US 23 606-638-3418

Budget Inn Express 117 E. Madison Street 606-638-0229

Creekside Cabins & RV Park 5461 N Highway 3 606-686-2915 Lawrence Co Campground and Cabins 77 Wilderness Road 606-826-2961 Super 8 Motel 191 Falls Creek Drive 606-638-7888

The Falls Campground 606-826-0212

Yatesville Lake State Park Campground 2667 Pleasant Ridge Road 606-673-1490

MT. STERLING Budget Inn 191 Evans Dr. 859-498-9600

Days Inn 705 Maysville Rd. 859-498-4680

Fairfield Inn 105 Stone Trace Dr. 859-498-4050 FALL 2017

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PRESTONBURG

Days Inn Old US Hwy 23 606-789-3551

Comfort Suites 51 Hal Rogers Blvd. 606-886-2555

Budget Inn Express 709 South Mayo Trail 606-789-5341

Ramada Inn 624 James S. Trimble Blvd. 606-789-4242

PIKEVILLE

Brook Shire Inn & Suites 123 Alexandra Dr. 606-433-0888 Hampton Inn 831 Hambley Blvd. 606-432-8181

Holiday Inn Express 476 South Mayo Trail US 23 S 606-433-1800

Landmark Inn 146 South Mayo Trail 606-432-2545

One Stop Motel 38269 State Hwy 2062 Phelps, KY 606-456-9151

PINEVILLE

Pine Mountain State Resort Park 1050 State Park Rd. 606-337-3066

Brookshire Inn 85 Hal Rogers Dr. 606-889-0331

Heritage House Hotel 1887 US 23 606-886-0001

Jenny Wiley State Resort Park 75 Theatre Court 606-889-1790 Super 8 550 US 23 606-886-3355

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Cabins of Birch Hollow 777 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-0005

Chop Chestnut Cabin Rentals 1685 Chop Chestnut Rd. 606-424-2935

Natural Bridge Cabin Country 3435 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-0283

Natural Bridge 5 Star Cabin 12064 Campton Rd. 606-663-8858

Natural Bridge State Resort Park 2135 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-7680 Red River Gorgeous 415 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-7625

STANTON

Abner’s Motel 87 E. College Ave. 606-663-4379

Cabins of Birch Hollow 777 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-0005

Chop Chestnut Cabin Rentals 1685 Chop Chestnut Rd. 606-424-2935

Hemlock Trail Cabins 415 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-7625

Lil’ Abner’s Motel 1000 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-5384 Natural Bridge Cabin Company 1231 Natural Bridge Rd. 606-663-0283

FALL! FUN FACTS Animals Hibernate

Toward the end of the season, depending on where you live, mammals and reptiles will begin to prepare for the winter. Animals such as bears, groundhogs and other small mammals will fatten up for the long winter months. They will select a secluded place where they will be able to stay warm and dry and then sleep through cold months when food is scarce. Frogs and snakse will find a warm comfortable spot and sleep until the spring thaw. Certain birds are also migratory and will begin to move south as the weather cools the water and causes plants that they use as food to die off.

As the lakes in the north freeze Canadian Geese will leave their summer homes in Canada and use one of the many flight ways in the United States to reach warmer climates. 50 |

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VISITOR INFORMATION Ashland Area CVB 1509 Winchester Ave. Ashland, KY 41101 800-377-6249 www.visitashlandky.com Barbourville Tourism 196 Daniel Boone Dr., Ste 205 Barbourville, KY 40906 606-545-9674 www.cityofbarbourville.com Bell County Tourism Commission 2215 Cumberland Ave. Middlesboro, KY 40965 606-248-2482 www.mountaingateway.com Corbin Tourism Commission 805 S. Main St. Corbin, KY 40701 606-528-8860 www.corbinkytourism.com Cumberland Tourism Commission 506 West Main Cumberland, KY 40823 606-589-5812 www.kingdomcome.com Harlan Tourist & Convention Commission P.O. Box 489 Harlan, KY 40831 606-573-4156 www.harlantourism.com Lawrence Co. Tourism Commission 315 Madison Street Louisa, KY 41230 606-638-0078 www.lawrencecokytourism.com

Mt. Vernon-Rockcastle County Tourist Commission P.O. Box 1467 Mount Vernon, KY 40456 800-252-6685 or 606-256-9814 www.mtvernontourism.com Paintsville Tourist Commission P.O. Box 809 Paintsville, KY 41240 606-297-1408 www.visitpaintsvilleky.com Pikeville-Pike County Tourism Commission P.O. Box 809 Pikeville, KY 41502 800-844-7453 or 606-432-5063 www.tourpikecounty.com Powell County Tourism Commission P.O. Box 1028 Stanton, KY 40380 606-663-1161 www.powellcountytourism.com Prestonsburg CVB 113 South Central Ave., Ste. 201 Prestonsburg, KY 41653 606-886-1341 www.prestonsburgky.org Williamsburg Tourism Commission P.O. Box 2 Williamsburg, KY 40769 800-552-0530 www.williamsburgky.com/tourism

London-Laurel County Tourist Commission 140 Faith Assembly Church Rd. London, KY 40741 800-348-0095 www.laurelkytourism.com Mt. Sterling-Montgomery County Tourist & Convention Commission 126 West Main St. Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 859-498-8732 www.mtsterlingtourism.com FALL 2017

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Lake Malone

Mammoth Cave Natâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l Park

Horse Cave

Cave City

Bowling Green Russelville

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Scottsville

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PLACES TO GO BOWLING GREEN

| During the Civil War, Bowling Green was the Confederate Capital of Kentucky and now is known as the Corvette Capital of the world. Its historic downtown dates back to 1798. Some points of interest are The Corvette Museum and Kentucky Museum which showcases much of Kentucky’s history through photographs, manuscripts, and artifacts; as well as, an original log home decorated with authentic 1830’s furnishings.

BURNSIDE

| The community was originally settled at the juncture of the Cumberland River and the South Fork River. It was called Point Isabele, the town was renamed for General Ambrose Burnside who established a camp there during the war. A sign at the edge of town declares Burnside “Birthplace

of Boy Scouts of America”, and an official state historical society marker commemorates the troop. In 2005, Burnside became the only town in Pulaski County to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages by the drink in qualified establishments. Since then, Burnside annexed several miles of shoreline along Lake Cumberland in order to include Lee’s Ford Marina, allowing it to sell alcohol.

CAMPBELLSVILLE

| Campbellsville and Taylor County are located in the heart of Central Kentucky. One of the area’s greatest recreational attractions is Green River Lake, which offers some of the finest fishing and boating in the state. Campbellsville is host to one of the biggest 4th of July celebrations in the state. More than 25,000 people turn out for fireworks, country music concerts, and more. Historic downtown Campbellsville offers 190 businesses and services.

CAVE CITY

| Cave City is the gateway to Mammoth Cave National Park, a U.S. Biosphere reserve and a World Heritage Site. There are many above ground attractions including water sports, a Wild West show, horseback riding, miniature golf, go carts, water slide, several museums and a Downtown Antique and Collectable District. Cave City offers more activities than you can do in one day!

pbellsville

Green River Lake

Somerset Burnside

Lake erland

Monticello Whitley City Stearns Dale Hollow Lake

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Mammoth Cave National Park Kentucky Action Park Jesse James Riding Stables Guntown Mountain Hillbilly Hound Fun Park Crystal Onyx Dinosaur World

FRANKLIN

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the area was a safe place for duelists to avoid the law.

GLASGOW

| Your perfect weekend getaway awaits you in Glasgow, Kentucky. Twelve miles south of Glasgow is Barren River Lake State Resort Park. A beautiful 10,000-acre lake, perfect for houseboats and pontoons, surrounded by rolling hills and a 2,000-acre hardwood forest. The Glasgow Highland Games, a Scottish Heritage & Family Celebration, takes place at the end of May. Come enjoy Highland Dancing, Bagpipes, professional and amateur athletics.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Barren River State Park Ft. Williams Brigadoon Nature Preserve South Central KY Cultural Center Historic Plaza Theatre Mammoth Cave National Park Ralphie’s Fun Center

HORSE CAVE | From “down home” to “down

under” the city of Horse Cave is an intriguing area in Kentucky, featuring two major caves. Horse Cave is home to the Kentucky Repertory Theatre and unique downtown shops and restaurants. At Kentucky Down Under, visitors can explore Kentucky Caverns and experience a bit of the Australian Outback. The American Cave Museum, located in downtown Horse Cave, features state-of-the-art exhibits, complete with living exhibit, Hidden River Cave.

SOMERSET & LAKE CUMBERLAND AREA | Lake Cumberland, one of Kentucky’s

largest and most popular lakes, provides anglers and boating enthusiasts with recordbreaking fish and breathtaking scenery. With over 1,200 miles of shoreline nestled in the southern region of the state, opportunities abound both on and off the water. The heritage and history of the counties bordering the lake can be discovered at the Mill Springs Civil War Battlefield, the National Cemetery and Mill Springs Park, home of the world’s largest working waterwheel. Restaurants provide cuisine to satisfy all tastes, especially those seeking our “home-style cooking”. Many 54 |

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galleries and museums display artifacts and items distinctive to our region. Cultural interests include theatre productions, annual festivals, car and boat shows and concerts featuring all genres of music. Works of local artisans and craftsmen are readily available at many of the stores in our area. Overnight accommodations range from turn-of-thecentury bed and breakfasts to rustic cabins and cottages to state-of-the-art resorts, hotels and motels. Make your plans today to visit with us soon. We’re certain you’ll want to come back. We’re close to home…and not far from Heaven.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

General Burnside State Park Mill Springs Battlefield Mill Springs Mill Big South Fork Railway

MONROE COUNTY - TOMPKINSVILLE / GAMALIEL / FOUNTAIN RUN | Monroe

County is located in the Beautiful Pennyrile Region of Kentucky adjacent to the Tennessee border. The rural county offers great recreational opportunities, particularly along the Cumberland and Barren Rivers, as well as a sense of hospitality that can only be found in the slower-paced lifestyle of rural Kentucky. While in Monroe County, visit Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site, one of the oldest churches in the state (also the site of the Heritage Festival), and Mt. Vernon Church, built by freed slaves before the Civil War. You also may want to sample our famous barbecue, watch a game of “rolley-hole,” a marble game unique to the area, or go hunting of fishing in Monroe’s scenic woodlands and waterways.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Cumberland River Ferry Hunting Fishing Golfing Festivals Old Mulkey Meetinghouse Historic Landmarks Monroe County Marble Superdome

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MONTICELLO / WAYNE COUNTY

| Monticello / Wayne County, located on the Heart of Lake Cumberland, offers more ramp access than any other Lake bordering county and all the great recreational opportunities that comes with it. Take a day off the water and enjoy several unique attractions that include Mill Springs Park, which offers unmatched scenic beauty, picnic areas and an overshot waterwheel that is the world’s largest still in operation. Mill Springs Mill is on the National Register of Battlefields and is less than a mile of both the West-Metcalfe House and the Brown-Lanier place, as both served as Civil War headquarters and hospitals. Wayne County has two of the finest commercial marinas on the Lake in Beaver Creek and Conley Bottom; both are ready to serve the needs of water enthusiasts and their families. Come visit Wayne County where families come to stay, play and enjoy the day, or days.

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Heart of Lake Cumberland Spring Fest Cornbread Festival Pittsburg Marine Fishing Tournament US 127 Yard Sale Lake Cumberland Poker Run

Bowling Green, KY, 50 miles north of Nashville, TN, and only 12 miles from beautiful Barren River Lake State Park. As you walk through the revitalized downtown Scottsville with brick sidewalks, park benches, and lamp posts, or drive throughout Allen County, you’ll enjoy the friendly hometown atmosphere, good food, great natural scenery and interesting shops and activities. We’re home of the original Dollar General Store, the newly built Center for Courageous Kids, Barefoot Republic, and Mennonite Community. Scottsville hosts many yearly festivals including the Spring Jacksonian and Grandest Ole Opry, Dumont Hill Civil War reenactment, downtown summer concerts, Invasion of the Scarecrows Festival, Hometown Christmas Festival and Parade.

POINTS OF INTEREST: Barren River Lake Hunting Fishing Antiques Historical Landmarks

STEARNS / WHITLEY CITY

| Scenic McCreary County is located in southern Kentucky within the Daniel Boone National Forest and the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. This affords locals and visitors a unique opportunity to experience, explore and enjoy nature first hand! McCreary County shares Cumberland Falls, the “Niagara of the South”, with neighboring Whitley County. The Falls is the largest south of Niagara Falls and east of the Mississippi and features the only active moonbow in the western hemisphere. We also boast a scenic railway to take you deep into the heart of what once was coal country, two restored coal camps providing tours and cultural and historical programs, and vast offerings in outdoor recreation.

SCOTTSVILLE

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THINGS TO DO ALBANY

October 5 Rollercoaster Yard Sale A three day grassroots extravaganza from Mammoth Cave, KY to Tennessee - around Dale Hollow Lake and back to Glasgow, KY, with over 150 miles of yard sales, crafts, antiques, handcrafted quilts, produce, southern foods, BBQ, entertainment, souvenirs, flea markets and more! October 13 Foothills Festival

Each year on the 3rd weekend in October, Clinton County welcomes everyone that comes to enjoy the Foothills Festival. Come and enjoy the music, games, food, fireworks, and lots more! All while being surrounded by the beautiful fall colors covering our mountains. Hope to see Ya’ll there! www.foothillsfestivalky.com

BOWLING GREEN September 28 World Finals

19th Annual NMRA All-Ford

The 19th Annual NMRA All-Ford World Finals come to Beech Bend Raceway September 28-October 1, 2017. www.nmradigital.com October 21 Brewfest

Bowling Green Bourbon and

Join us for an all day festival celebrating world class bourbon and craft beer at the Bowling Green Ballpark. Bourbon and beer sampling will be complemented by distillery and brewery representatives who will promote their prospective brands. The festival will also feature local food vendors, live music, and merchant booths. www.bgbrewfest.com

CAMPBELLSVILLE

October 6 / 28 Market Off Main Market Off Main features fresh, locally grown produce and handmade and homemade goods by local artisans in the quaint setting of historic Downtown Campbellsville. Market Off Main was created to showcase local farmers and artisans in the quaint

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setting of historic Downtown Campbellsville. Fresh, locally grown produce and handmade and homemade goods are featured at each Market Off Main. h t t p s : // w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / DowntownCampbellsville/ October 7 Mainstreet Saturday Night

Mainstreet Saturday Night, presented by the Tri-County Car Club, is the first Saturday in each month from April to October from 3-6 pm. Cars, trucks, hot rods, classics, rat rods, motorcycles, you name it, will all be making their way to Main Street. There will be music, activities, fund raisers, live entertainment, door prizes, shopping on Main, all kinds of food and, of course, lots and lots of vehicles to look over. www.tri-countycarclub.com October 20 9th Annual Halloween in the Park The whole weekend will be filled with fun and enjoyment for the whole family! This is for registered campers only. www.parks.ky.gov

COLUMBIA

October 13 Columbia Downtown Days The Downtown Days Festival is always the 2nd Saturday in October and is held on the public square in downtown Columbia. The festival features arts and crafts vendors, a food court, 5K, kids fun run, live entertainment all day, kids games and train rides, beauty pageants (held on the prior weekend) and much more all culminating with a FREE country music concert on the Square by a nationally known artist! www.columbia-downtowndays.com

FRANKLIN

October 6 Haunted Hall at Octagon Hall “The Real Haunted House” at the Octagon Hall. (An antebellum landmark with unique octagonal architecture. Used as a sanctuary and hospital by Confederate forces during the WBTS). Friday and Saturday nights in October.

SOUTH CENTR AL REGION October 14 Oktoberfest Party Come celebrate Oktoberfest with us at Dueling Grounds Distillery! We will be having our first annual music festival! The bands will play on our new Biergarten stage. Music, food, friends, fun... it’s going to be a memorable event! Mark your calendars!

HORSE CAVE

December 2 Horse Cave Christmas Parade Celebrate Christmas in downtown Horse Cave with floats, bands, fire trucks, and jolly old Santa Claus and more! Santa will be at the Deck the Halls: The Christmas Store following the parade! www.kygetaway.com

MAMMOTH CAVE

October 20 Halloween Campout Have a spooktacular weekend at Nolin Lake State Park’s annual Halloween Campout, where ghosts and goblins take over the campground! There will be costume contests for all ages, campsite decorating contest, trick-or-treating, and a variety of other activities for ghouls of all sizes. Campers, don’t forget to bring candy for trick-or-treating! We’ll be waiting for you... www.parks.ky.gov October 28 Seasonal Hiking Series Join a naturalist at Nolin Lake State Park on October 28th for the next hike in our Seasonal Hiking Series. The focus of October’s hike will be autumn colors. Participants will learn all about how nature responds to the changing of seasons and will get to view the beautiful autumn colors! www.parks.ky.gov

MUNFORDVILLE

October 20 Big Buffalo Crossing BBQ Cook-Off Come watch the action and enjoy some great barbecue at the Annual Big Buffalo Crossing BBQ Cook-Off in downtown Munfordville. Watch the competitors. Vendors will be selling barbecue. Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society. www.visitmunfordville.com

NANCY

November 4 MSBA Ghost Walk

The Ghostwalk is a living history trail hike illuminated solely by fire light and the light of the moon! Travel through history with tour guides, armed with lanterns, as we showcase stories from the Battle of Mill Springs. Being surrounded by cannon fire, you never know what to expect in the heat of battle! www.millsprings.net

SOMERSET

October 20 / November 17 / December 15 3rd Friday Folk-Coffeehouse at The Carnegie 3rd Friday Folk-Coffeehouse at the Carnegie - The Carnegie Community Arts Center. 3rd Friday Folk Coffeehouse at the Carnegie carries on the tradition of the American folk music venue by providing a listening space for artists and audiences to enjoy each other’s company, music, and mutual encouragement. Different musicians are featured each month so check the website for this month’s performers. www.lamay.com/3rdFridayFolk.htm October 28 Somernites Cruise Car Show and Shine Somernites Cruise Car Show and Cruise Downtown Somerset - Join us every 4th Saturday, April through October, in Somerset The Car Cruise Capital of Kentucky - for Somernites Cruise. Enjoy a relaxed, family oriented atmosphere throughout downtown Somerset. The “Show and Shine” portion of the event lasts from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. “Cruising the Strip” begins at 7 p.m. Arrive on Friday to enjoy “Friday Night Thunder” at Somerset Mall. www.somernitescruise.org November 11 - 12 Sheltowee Artisans 24th Art Fair Sheltowee Artisans 24th Art Fair. The Center for Rural Development, Somerset, 10am-5pm Sat. and Sun. Over 50 of the finest eastern and southern Kentucky artists join together to display and sell their work. From baskets, oil and watercolor paintings, pottery and quilts to contemporary furniture, jewelry and musical instruments, demonstrations and much more. www.sheltoweeart.com

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, all information is subject to change. Please call ahead to verify dates, times and schedules!

Mill Springs Battlefield Association Ghost Walk at Mill Springs Battlefield’s Zollicoffer Park. FALL 2017

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Leaves changing colors isn’t the only thing happening in south central Kentucky this fall. The Kentucky State Parks in the region offer plenty of good outdoor recreation. That includes some great golf courses at Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park at Burkesville, General Burnside Island State Park near Somerset and Barren River Lake State Resort Park near Glasgow. The Dale Hollow course designed by Brian Ault was ranked in the top 10 in the state by Golf Digest in 2017. Burnside Island was also designed by Ault and has been recognized by Golf Digest. Barren River is located just south of Mammoth Cave National Park. Halloween is also a popular holiday for area parks. Nolin Lake State Park hosts its Halloween Campout the weekend of Oct. 20-21, with costume contests, decorations and trickor-treating for the campers and kids.

The fall is also a good time for good food at Kentucky State Parks. All resort parks in the region – Dale Hollow, Lake Cumberland and Barren River -- will offer the annual Thanksgiving Day buffet on Nov. 23.

Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site at Tompkinsville will hold a Halloween party Oct. 13 with crafts, games and a costume parade.

During the Christmas holidays, most resort parks will offer special seasonal events as well as New Year’s Eve parties.

Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park hosts a Halloween event Oct. 21 with hayrides, pumpkin painting, decorating contests, entertainment and a haunted buffet.

Dale Hollow Lake will offer a Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 16 that is a perfect event for the kids. The day will include face-painting, stories and a breakfast buffet.

Barren River Lake State Resort Park hosts its annual Campground Spookout Oct. 20-21 with games and activities for kids including costume contests, decorations and pumpkin carving.

Barren River Lake has a Breakfast with the Grinch on Dec. 9 that includes green eggs and ham, the Grinch and story time.

Green River Lake State Park near Campbellsville has a fun-filled Halloween celebration planned for campers the weekend of Oct. 20-22. Campsite decorations, costumes, pumpkins and prizes for contests winners are just a few of the festivities planned there.

The resort parks at Kentucky State Parks have lodges, cottages, restaurants and yearround recreational activities. The park system also has recreational parks and historic sites throughout the state. There are 30 Kentucky State Park campgrounds open from the spring through late fall.

Nolin Lake State Park is offering a free guided hike Oct. 28 about fall colors. A naturalist will explain the seasonal changes as you enjoy the autumn colors. The hike starts at 10 a.m.

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PLACES TO STAY BURNSIDE

Cumberland Cove Cottages 620 Coomer Rd. 606-561-4215 Sanders Motel 7892 US 27 606-561-4327

South Fork Cabins 56 Narrows Rd. 606-561-4704

BRONSTON

Acorn & Fox Inn 85 Noble Oaks Dr. 606-561-7755

Lake Cumberland Realty 814 Colyer Rd. 606-561-5335

Lake Cumberland Resort 500 Roberts Bend Rd. 606-561-5611 Woodson Bend Resort 14 Woodson Bend Resort 606-561-5300

CAVE CITY

Comfort Inn Cave City 801 Mammoth Cave St. 270-773-2030 Comfort Inn & Suites 819 Sanders St. 270-773-3335

Days Inn of Cave City 102 Gardner Ln. 270-773-3101

LUCAS

Barren River Lodge State Resort Park 1149 State Park Rd. 270-646-2151 The Narrow Way B & B 554 South Lucas Rd. 270-646-2957

MONTICELLO

Conely Bottom Resort 736 Hwy 1275 N 606-348-6351

PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf Club 660 Doyle Rd. 270-749-2891 Park Mammoth Resort 22850 Louisville Rd. 270-749-4101

SOMERSET

Best Western Mid-town Inn & Suites 103 Jefferson Dr. 606-677-9000

Days Inn 1532 US 27 606-679-6407

Hampton Inn Somerset 4141 South Hwy 27 606-676-8855 Holiday Inn Express 240 North Hwy 27 606-425-4444 Knights Inn 1532 US 27 606-678-4195

Quality Inn & Suites 240 North Hwy 27 606-678-2023 Red Roof Inn 1201 South Hwy 27 606-678-8115 Regency Inn 60 South Hwy 27 606-678-8121

Super 8 601 South Hwy 27 606-679-9279

Budget Inn 1564 US 27 606-679-1006 Comfort Inn 82 Jolin Dr. 606-677-1500

Country Inn & Suites 515 North Hwy 27 606-879-3711

FALL! FUN FACTS The Dates Of Autumn

There is no fixed time period for the season of Autumn. It can shift from year to year. This is because the earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s orbit is not perfect. Although most people are not aware of it, the first day and last day of autumn generally shift about 24 hours every year. The beginning of Fall generally falls between September 21 and September 23 depending on the year. This day is known as the fall equinox. On this day the amount of sun and the amount of night are equal, which is the same as the Spring equinox. The last day of Autumn falls on December 21 to December 23. FALL 2017

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VISITOR INFORMATION Bowling Green Area CVB 352 Three Springs Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42104 800-326-7465 www.visitbgky.com

Glasgow-Barren County 118 East Public Square Glasgow, KY 42141 800-264-3161 or 270-651-3161 www.visitglasgowbarren.com

Russell County Tourism P.O. Box 64 Russell Springs, KY 42642 888-833-4220 www.lakecumberlandvacation.com

Burnside Tourism P.O. Box 8 Burnside, KY 42159 606-561-7117 www.burnsidetourism.com

Hart County Tourism P.O. Box 478 Munfordville, KY 42765 270-218-0386 www.kygetaway.com

Simpson County Tourism P.O. Box 737 Franklin, KY 866-531-2040 www.franklinky.com

Cave City Tourism P.O. Box 518 Cave City, KY 42127 800-346-8908 www.cavecity.com

McCreary County Tourist Commission P.O. Box 62 Whitley City, KY 42653 606-376-3008 www.kyvacations.com

Somerset-Paluski County CVB 522 Ogden St. Somerset, KY 42501 800-642-6287 or 606-679-6394 www.lakecumberlandtourism.com

Edmonson County Tourist Commission P.O. Box 628 Brownsville, KY 42210 800-624-8687 www.cavesandlakes.com

WELCOME to your

Munfordville Tourism P.O. Box 604 Munfordville, KY 42765 888-686-3673 or 270-524-4752 www.visitmunfordville.com

Taylor County Tourism P.O.Box 4021 Campbelsville, KY 42719 800-738-4719 or 270-465-3786 www.campbellsvilleky.com

Vacation Destination!

Looking for some Summer fun? Come visit us at Conley Bottom Resort which is seated on beautiful Lake Cumberland. Climb aboard and get away on a luxurious houseboat or stay in our Lakeshore Lodging. Bring your camper or pitch a tent and sleep just a few feet from the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge in our lakeshore campground. While your here, have a day of play on the water on a PWC, a pontoon, or a deck boat! Top off the day with a meal at the Lighthouse Cafe, a floating restaurant with excellent food, a great view and indoor or outdoor seating!

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K Y GOLF TR AIL

Covington Covington

GOLF TRAIL

General Butler Louisville Louisville

My Old Kentucky HOme

Owensboro Owensboro John James Audubon

Lexington Lexington

Ashland Ashland

Grayson Lake Yatesville Lake

Lincoln Homestead

Elizabethtown Elizabethtown

Mineral Mound

Kentucky Dam Village

Somerset Somerset

Bowling Green Green Bowling

Paducah Paducah

Pennyrile Forest Lake Barkley

General Burnside Island Barren River Lake

Williamsburg Williamsburg

Dale Hollow Lake Pine Mountain

BARREN RIVER LAKE

KENTUCKY DAM VILLAGE

PINE MOUNTAIN

DALE HOLLOW LAKE

LAKE BARKLEY

YATESVILLE LAKE

GENERAL BUTLER

LINCOLN HOMESTEAD

GENERAL BURNSIDE ISLAND

MINERAL MOUND

1149 State Park Road Lucas, KY 42156-9300 1-800-295-1876

5970 State Park Road Burkesville, KY 42717-9728 1-866-903-7888 1608 Highway 227 Carrollton, KY 41008-0325 502-732-4384

8801 South Highway 27 Burnside, KY 42519-0488 606-561-4104

GRAYSON LAKE

314 Grayson Lake Park Road Olive Hill, KY 41164-9213 866-905-7888

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON 3100 US Highway 41 N Henderson, KY 42419-0576 270-826-5546

P.O. Box 69 Gilbertsville, KY 42044-0069 800-295-1877

3500 State Park Road Hwy 68 Cadiz, KY 42211-0790 800-295-1878

1050 State Park Road Pineville, KY 40977-9617 800-814-8002 1410 Golf Course Road Louisa, KY 41230-0767 866-906-7888

5079 Lincoln Park Road Springfield, KY 40069-9504 859-336-7461 48 Finch Lane Eddyville, KY 42038-0489 866-904-7888

MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME 668 Loretto Road Bardstown, KY 40004-0323 502-349-6542

PENNYRILE FOREST

20781 Pennyrile Lodge Road Dawson Springs, KY 42408-9212 866-427-7888 FALL 2017

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FERRIES

Anderson Ferry

Valley View Ferry Cave in Rock Ferry Reed’s Ferry

Houchin Ferry

Rochester Ferry

Green River Ferry Turkey Neck Bend Ferry

Dorena-Hickman Ferry

ANDERSON FERRY

GREEN RIVER FERRY

TURKEY NECK BEND FERRY

AUGUSTA FERRY

HOUCHIN FERRY

VALLEY VIEW FERRY

CAVE IN ROCK FERRY

REEDS FERRY

(Hebron) 859-586-5007 (Augusta) 606-756-3291

(Marion) 618-289-4599

DORENA-HICKMAN FERRY (Hickman) 713-693-0210

(Mammoth Cave) 270-758-2166 (Mammoth Cave) 270-758-2166

(Cumberland River Ferry) 270-991-0543 (Nicholasville) 859-258-3611

(Morgantown) 270-526-4123

PRIVATELY OPERATED

ROCHESTER FERRY

STATE FUNDED

(Morgantown) 270-526-4123

FEDERALLY FUNDED

FALL! FUN FACTS It Is Not Fall All Over the World!

The earth is tilted on its axis and that is what gives us our traditional four seasons. It is because of this tilt that not all area’s of the earth experience autumn in the same months. In Australia, New Zealand and South Africa The months of September, October and November are actually spring. This is because the tilt of the earth causes these regions to actually be closer to the sun. In the Northern Hemisphere the sun’s rays are not hitting the planet as direct as they do in the south. 62 |

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K Y FERRIES - K Y MARINAS

MARINAS Ohio River Green River Cumberland River

Mississippi River

Tennessee River Kentucky Lake

Lake Barkley

GREEN RIVER LAKE

Emerald Isle Resort & Marina (Campbellsville) 270-465-3412 www.emeraldisleresort.com Holmes Bend Marina & Resort (Columbia) 270-384-4425 www.holmesbendresort.com

KENTUCKY LAKE

Ohio River

Taylorsville Kentucky Lake River Salt River

Licking Grayson River Lake Cave Run Lake Paintsville Lake

Yatesville Lake Big Sandy RIver

Dewey Lake Rough River Herrington Lake Fishtrap Lake Lake Nolin River Lake Green River Lake Carr Fork Lake Buckhorn Laurel Lake Lake River Lake Cumberland Barren Cumberland River Lake River Dale Hollow Lake

Prizer Point Marina & Resort (Cadiz) 270-522-3762 www.prizerpoint.com

BARREN RIVER

HERRINGTON LAKE

DALE HOLLOW LAKE

Chimney Rock Marina (Harrodsburg) 859-748-7625

TAYLORSVILLE LAKE

Peninsula Marina (Glasgow) 270-646-2223 Hendricks Creek Resort (Burkesville) 270-433-7172 www.hendrickscreekresort.com

Taylorsville Lake Marina (Taylorsville) 502-477-8766 www.taylorsvillelakedock.com

Sulphur Creek Resort (Burkesville) 270-433-7272 www.sulphurcreek.com

CAVE RUN LAKE

LAKE CUMBERLAND

Moors Resort & Marina (Gilbertsville) 270-362-8361 www.moorsresort.com

GRAYSON LAKE

Conley Bottom Resorts (Monticello) 606-387-0063

LAKE BARKLEY

LAUREL RIVER LAKE

Big Bear Resort (Benton) 270-354-6414 www.bigbearkentuckylake.com Lakeside Campground & Marina (Benton) 270-354-8157 www.lakesidecampground.net

Green Turtle Bay (Grand Rivers) 270-362-8364 www.greenturtlebay.com

Cave Run Marina (Morehead) 606-784-9666

Grayson Lake Marina (Grayson) 606-474-4513 Holly Bay Marina (London) 606-864-6542

Burnside Marina (Burnside) 606-561-4223

Waterway Adventures (Grand Rivers) 606-348-0588 www.waterway-adventures.com

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Hours of Fun... for the Whole Family!

H u u u g e t ra ck !!! !

Kart Kountry 2017

Kiddie Karts Trampoline Basketball Bumper Boats Miniature Golf Huge Arcade Go-Karts Batting Cages 64 |

Dad on go-kart!

I-65, Exit 117, Hwy 44 West, Left onto Joe B. Hall Avenue

15 Miles South of Louisville In Shepherdsville

502-543-9588 www.GoKartKountry.com

Over 1.5 miles of track... Largest Go-Kart track in the world!