Bring the family and enjoy a morning run through the beautiful woods of Audubon State Park. The 1 mile run/walk will begin at the Tea House in Audubon State Park and go into the woods at Coffee Tree off of Warbler Road. All trails will be clearly marked and staff will be on hand for directions or assistance if needed. The 5K will begin at the Tea House and follow Warbler Road to the entrance of the Wilderness Trail. The trail will wind through beautiful Audubon Park and will end at the Tea House.
Early registrants will receive a t-shirt.
The Audubon Woods Run is held in conjunction with the Homegrown Bluegrass and Creative Arts Festival at Audubon State Park. Enjoy the day with family and friends. Enjoy music by local musicians and browse through the art gallery of local artist. Registration forms can be downloaded here.
Sponsored by the Henderson County Community Foundation for Excellence
Mail in registration to:
Community Foundation for Excellence
Attn: Audubon Woods Run
230 Second St. Ste. 320
Henderson, KY 42420
Make checks payable to:
Community Foundation for Excellence
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Summer Concert Series in the Park
The Downtown Henderson Project announces the line up for the 10th Annual DHP Summer Concert Series in Henderson,KY.The DHP Summer Concert Series will be held on Friday evenings from June 25-July 30, 2010 celebrating a decade of talented musicians. There will not be a Friday concert on July 2, The concerts will be held in Audubon Mill Park, located on the riverfront from 7:00 P.M till 9:00 P.M. .
The Independence Bank 4th of July Celebration fireworks show will be held on Sunday, July 4, 2010 on the riverfront. Entertainment for 4th of July will begin at 7:00 P.M. in the amphitheater. Food concessions will be open by 5:30 P.M., childrens' activities will be from 6:00-8:00 P.M. in Audubon Mill Park and the fireworks show will begin at 9:00 P.M. Rain date will be Monday, July 5, 2010
The following is the summer concert line-up:
June 25- David Lutz and John Snyder- Sponsored by Home Oil and Gas Company, Pittsburg Tank and Tower and On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill. Dave and Jon have been playing music most of their lives. Dave and Jon are currently playing at Cheeseburger in Paradise and Jon performs regularly with his blues band, The Hog Maw Blues Band. Join us for an evening full of music from The Drifters to Styx to Bon Jovi as John and David take us back in time. You'll be in for a terrific evening of entertainment.July 4 - Independence Bank 4th of July Celebration - Fireworks sponsored by Independence Bank, Musical Entertainment sponsored by Benton-Glunt, Tapp and Roselawn, Sitex and State Farm Insurance Agents Anne Thrasher Boyd, Al Baity and Steve Tweddell. The musical entertainment will begin on the riverfront at 7:00 P.M. with Keith Vincent. Keith Vincent, who mixes a little bit country with a little bit rock 'n roll and creates a whole lot of fun, will provide the musical entertainment until the fireworks show! The fireworks show, sponsored by Independence Bank, will begin at 9:00 P.M. Food concessions from Rex's BBQ and R&L Concessions will be available.
July 9- Skip Bond and the Fugitives. Sponsored by Ohio Valley Financial Group and Rio Tinto Alcan - Skip Bond and the Fugitives are returning to the DHP Summer Concert Series after a two year absence! You won't want to miss this high energy band from Bowling Green, KY. They specialize in playing Motown, R&B, rock 'n roll and anything in between. Skip Bond and the Fugitives have been together since 2002 and have grown to be Bowling Green's favorite band by winning "The Best of Bowling Green" band contest every year since 2002. Mark this date on your calendar.
July 16 - RB Stone - Sponsored by Vaughn Insurance Agent Company, A Trusted Choice Agent, Weaver, Dalton & Associates, Branch of Ameriprise Financial and I.W.T.. RB Stone has been playing country and blues music since 1986 when he recorded his first album. His music travels have taken him across the USA to 5 continents and 31 other countries. He's released 22 singles (most internationally) over the years and is now back in Nashville working on album number 14. He's performed with many fine artists as diverse as: Southern Rockers "The Marshall Tucker Band", to Tejano music multi Grammy Award winner "Little Joe', Country Artist "Tricia Yearwood, to Cowboy Rocker "Chris Ledoux". Come to the riverfront to hear great country music.
July 23 - Paul Ross / River City Quartet. Sponsored by Herb McKee and Latta Insurance Services, Inc. A Trusted Choice Agent
Paul Ross
is a Henderson, KY native and has been in and around music his whole life. He was the lead singer for "God Sent" and they recorded several CD's. Paul is part of the worship team at his church and also sings as a soloist in and around Henderson. He has recorded four CD's and is recording a new one.
River City Quartet - River City is a southern gospel quartet based out of Henderson, KY. River City has been singing Gospel music throughout the Midwest, singing in churches, concert halls and festivals for over fourteen years. River City is comprised of Greg Lindsey, Seth Lindsey and Mark Ross all from Henderson, KY and Jamie Layton who makes his home in Carmi, IL. The group sings original songs written by group member Greg Lindsey as well as Southern Gospel Classics.
July 30- Spencer Bloodworth & Shane Amar / Insulated Band. Sponsored by The Bank of Henderson, Dunaway's Imperial Pharmacy and Faught & Jones Insurance, Inc.
Spencer Bloodworth had a love for music at an early age which led to teaching himself how to play the guitar. He delves in the acoustic world and tends to surround himself with music every day. He started out leading worship at his church and has played at other churches,and coffee houses.
Shane Amar started playing the guitar at an early age. Shane is a very versatile guitarist and has developed a unique playing style. In 2003 & 2004 Shane was nominated for the "National Fingerpickers Hall of Fame Horizon Award."
Insulated Band is from Owensboro, KY and they have been together seven years. The band is made up of four guys Drew Aud, lead vocals, lead guitar, DJ Brown, bass guitar, Coty Burton, drummer and Ryan Clark, rhythm guitar. They play a wide array of music from classic rock, southern rock, new country to Christian. They played with the Velvet Bombers in 2007 for a benefit, placed 1st in the Battle of the Bands at the Relay for Life event in 2006 and have played for numerous events and benefits.
The DHP Summer Concert Series also receives sponsorships from The Henderson County Tourist Commission and media sponsors News25, The Gleaner and WSON Radio.
For more info, contact The Downtown Henderson Project. Questions can be directed to (270) 827-0016.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Audubon State Park Says Thanks to Their Visitors
Earth Day, Audubon’s Birthday and Camper Appreciation Weekend
April 23-25, 2010
Don't miss Camper Appreciation, John James Audubon's Birthday Celebration, and Earth Day activities this weekend at Audubon State Park. There will be activities all weekend as well as two camping nights for the price of one. Call (270) 826-2247 for more information.
We have free dogwood and redbud seedling trees to give away during the Tree Planting Basics program on Friday. On Sunday you won't want to miss the breathtaking new exhibits and the new Museum acquisition (one of only three known to exist).
Tree Planting Basics Presented by Jeff Porter, UK Horticultural Extension Agent
Friday, April 23 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Audubon Campground Entrance
Jeff Porter with UK Extension will demonstrate the correct way to plant ball and burlap trees. This program celebrates Earth Day at Audubon. Seedlings will be given to those in attendance while supplies last. Staff Contact: Julie McDonald at (270) 826-2247
Earth Day Tree Stroll
Saturday, April 24 9–10 a.m.
Campground Shelter
Celebrate Earth Day! Take a tree stroll through the Audubon Campground, discover how to know one tree from another and get to know their “personalities.” Seedlings will be given to those in attendance while supplies last. Staff Contact: Julie McDonald at (270) 826-2247
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Saturday, April 24 12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
Campground Shelter
Choose native plant species for your landscape garden to reduce water consumption, grow beautiful flowers, draw beneficial wildlife to your yard, and reduce the chance of runaway exotic plants. Learn about a few common natives species and take home seeds that you have planted while visiting Audubon Park during Camper Appreciation weekend. Staff Contact: Julie McDonald at (270) 826-2247
Tea with Lucy
Saturday, April 24 3 – 4 p.m.
Audubon Museum Garden
“High Tea” with Lucy Bakewell Audubon featuring music, tea, and hors d’oeuvres. Reservations required. Cost: $10 Adults, $5 children 12 & under
This Audubon in Henderson: A Bicentennial Celebration event is sponsored by the Ohio Valley Art League, Friends of Audubon, and John James Audubon State Park. Staff Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett (270) 827
-1893; Raini Hall at (270) 827-1893; or Dina Campbell (270) 826-5334.Lucy Bakewell Audubon: “A Kentucky Love Story”
Saturday, April 24 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Audubon Museum Garden
Chautauqua performance presented by Kelly O'Connell Brengelman. Lucy Bakewell Audubon, wife of John James Audubon, lived a life of love, lies, disappointment, and internal struggle over her ever-changing role in her family.
This Chautauqua performance is sponsored by the Kentucky Humanities Council
Staff Contact: Alan Gehret at alan.gehret@ky.gov
Cost: Free
This Audubon in Henderson: A Bicentennial Celebration event is sponsored by the Ohio Valley Art League, Friends of Audubon, and John James Audubon State Park.
John James Audubon’s Birthday Celebration
Sunday, April 25 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Audubon Museum Garden
Audubon Museum hosts the unveiling of the latest Museum collection acquisition, one of only three such items known to exist. Enjoy speakers, free guided Museum tours and refreshments, and the presentation of Audubon Bicentennial writing contest winners. Attend the opening reception for the featured art exhibits, “Audubon’s Legacy Lives On,” Inspirations of Audubon,” and “The Footsteps of Audubon.” Staff Contact: Alan Gehret at alan.gehret@ky.gov
Cost: Free
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Flutist, Heidi Pintner, Hits the Stage!
On Stage at the Henderson Fine Arts Center
The last On Stage concert of the season is on Sunday, April 25 at 3 p.m. at Henderson Fine Arts Center. The guest artist is flutist, Heidi Pintner. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event sponsored by Henderson Fine Arts Center Guild.
Dr. Heidi Pintner is an assistant professor of music at Western Kentucky University where she teaches flute, flute choir, and music theory. In addition, she plays second flute and piccolo in the Bowling Green Chamber Orchestra and is active as a soloist, chamber musician, and flute clinician.
For more information, contact Rachel Barr at the Fine Arts Center (270) 831-9803.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Homeowners Open Their Doors for 2010 OVAL Kitchen Tour
2010 OVAL Kitchen
Saturday, April 24th • 10 am to 3 pm
Five Henderson homes will host a Chef in each kitchen preparing one recipe.
Sister Schubert will be the featured guest in one of the kitchens signing her new cookbook “Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters.”Tickets will be sold at Maxine’s Café & Bakery, Evansville & Matt’s News, Henderson, beginning April 5, 2010. Ticket cost: $25. There will be a limited number of tickets sold. Out-of-towners may purchase tickets after April 5 and up to April 16. Make checks payable to OVAL and mail to: OVAL, PO Box 1043, Henderson, KY 42419, Contact OVAL at 270-860-1930. Out-of-towners tickets will be on hold and may be picked up on April 24 between 9:30 am - 11 am at Matt’s News, 106 N. Elm St.
Participating Homes
Butch & Kelle Branson Home
Mandi Whitmore - Guest Chef
Tablescape by Dean Bobo - Third Street House
Ellie Sights Home Al Gendek - Guest Chef
Enjoy pianists playing the grand piano.
April Robinson's photographic books"Just Henderson" volumes 1 & 2 will be for sale and Ellen Williamson of Lost & Found will be in this home
Scott & Jennifer Keach Home
Elaine Martin - Guest Chef
Pianists will be playing the grand piano in this home.
Tablescape by Jayme Floyd of J' Petals
Stanley Shields & Karen Wilson Home
Amanda Hardy - Guest Chef
Herbs Sale - Day's Garden Center Holland Grill Demo by Jeff Dixon, Dixon's TV & Appliances - raffle for a grill.
"The Elms" - Keach Home
Amanda Roberts - Guest Chef
Place Sister Schubert will be the guest here, get an autographed copy of her new cookbook "Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters"
For more information, visit the OVAL website.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Medical Professions Exhibit at The Depot
By the late 1800s, Henderson was a rich and thriving river city whose citizens were afforded many luxuries in life – including the services of some of the best doctors in the state of Kentucky.
One of them, Dr. Pinckney Thompson, realized the need for sanitation in medical care and conceived the idea for the formation of a state Board of Health. He served as the board’s first president.
Others, like Dr. Archibald Dixon and Amon Rathbone (A.R.) Jenkins were well-respected pioneers in the field of surgery, often writing about their experiences in the “Annals of American Surgery.”
And one unsatisfied Henderson teacher by the name of Elizabeth Blackwell would persevere through sexism and rejection to become the first trained female doctor in the United States.
You can learn more about these doctors and Henderson’s early medical history in a Medical Professions Exhibit on display in the Depot Community Room throughout the month of April. The Henderson County Genealogical and Historical Society’s exhibit features Civil War surgical tools, old medical books and the 100-year old apothecary case of Henderson doctor Levin Royster.
On April 24, a Kentucky Humanities Council Chautauqa speaker will bring to life Dr. Ephram McDowell, a Danville doctor who performed the nation’s first successful abdominal surgery, in the Community Room. One of Henderson’s first physicians mentored Dr. McDowell at the start of his career. The performance will take place Saturday, April 24 at 1 p.m.
Community Room hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The Historical Society is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Both are located inside the Depot at First and Water Streets. For more information, call The Depot at (270) 830-9707.
One of them, Dr. Pinckney Thompson, realized the need for sanitation in medical care and conceived the idea for the formation of a state Board of Health. He served as the board’s first president.
Others, like Dr. Archibald Dixon and Amon Rathbone (A.R.) Jenkins were well-respected pioneers in the field of surgery, often writing about their experiences in the “Annals of American Surgery.”
And one unsatisfied Henderson teacher by the name of Elizabeth Blackwell would persevere through sexism and rejection to become the first trained female doctor in the United States.
You can learn more about these doctors and Henderson’s early medical history in a Medical Professions Exhibit on display in the Depot Community Room throughout the month of April. The Henderson County Genealogical and Historical Society’s exhibit features Civil War surgical tools, old medical books and the 100-year old apothecary case of Henderson doctor Levin Royster.
On April 24, a Kentucky Humanities Council Chautauqa speaker will bring to life Dr. Ephram McDowell, a Danville doctor who performed the nation’s first successful abdominal surgery, in the Community Room. One of Henderson’s first physicians mentored Dr. McDowell at the start of his career. The performance will take place Saturday, April 24 at 1 p.m.
Community Room hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The Historical Society is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Both are located inside the Depot at First and Water Streets. For more information, call The Depot at (270) 830-9707.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Saddle Up: Ellis Park Opens Their Doors for 2010 Season!
Tis' the season. For horse racing fans, of course!
Ellis Park open's their doors today for the simulcasting season. Horse racing will begin on July 4, and runs until Labor Day.
"For sheer thrills and excitement, nothing in all of sports matches a day of Thoroughbred racing and Ellis Park is the perfect place to stage a unique and unforgettable group event. We offer accommodations for groups ranging from two through 200.
Download 2010 stimulcasting schedule here.
Visit Ellis Park's website for updated information about events!
