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Nature Exploration Stations
First Saturday - On the first Saturday of every month, volunteers in Bernheim's Training-for-Naturalists program lead fun and entertaining Nature Exploration Stations at the Visitor Center. Both children and adults enjoy the varied interpretations of the nature of Bernheim at these events. The First Saturday program offers changing experiences each month. You might get to stroke a snake, look a toad in eye, hear hidden stories in plants and trees, figure out the food chain, and discover a whole lot more about your connections with nature. And you can get in touch with your natural creativity through take home nature inspired craft projects. Ages 5 and up.
Location: Visitor Center at Bernheim Forest
Time: Anytime between 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Place: Visitor Center at Bernheim Forest
Cost: Free with admission and to Bernheim members
Web: www.bernheim.org
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Kidsfest
Second Saturday - A festival designed to entertain and educate children 12 years old and under. Children must be supervised by an adult. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Free admission.
Location: Exit 117; Paroquet Springs Conference Centre & Expo Hall
Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641)
Download: Information Flyer (1.2Mb PDF)
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Bridal Fair at Paroquet Springs
Third Sunday (March 30, 2008)- You are invited to a Bridal Fair at Paroquet Springs; 12 pm - 5 pm, free admission for brides, $2.00 guests, free parking, fashion shows and giveaways.
Location: Exit 117 off I-65 in Shepherdsville (located next to Country Inn & Suites)
Contact: Paroquet Springs Conference Center (502-955-7009)
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Knob Creek Military Gun Show & Shoot
Second Full Weekend - Knob Creek Gun Range has a full Showroom of new and used firearms for sale! They also stock thousands of other gun related products. If you're looking for a specific item please e-mail us. We will do our very best to reply in a timely manner.
Location: Exit 117; Hwy 44 W.
Contact: Kenny Sumner (502-922-4457)
E-mail: kennysumner@bellsouth.net
Web: www.machinegunshoot.com
Web: www.knobcreekrange.com
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Arbor Day Celebration
First Full Weekend- Come out to Bernheim Forest, pick up your free tree; then take a quick class on how to plant and care for your new investment. You can also take a hike with Mother Nature to see your tree in its full maturity.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Contact: Barbara Hurt (502-955-8512)
Contact: Dena Garvue, Horticulture Director (502-955-8512)
Web: www.bernheim.org
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Birds & Blossoms of Bernheim
Last Full Weekend - Field trips, guided hikes, informal learning stations, and public programs focused on spring wild flowers and spring migratory birds.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Contact: 502-955-8512
Web: www.bernheim.org
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North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday (April 26, 2008) - This event is full of "on the edge of your seat" excitement. Don't miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00 pm.
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Gary Poynter (502-955-5095)
E-mail: GPPoynter@aol.com
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Mt. Washington Spring Festival
Second Saturday - If you are looking for a place to spend quality time with the entire family, this is the great place. Mt. Washington Spring Fling will offer craft booths, food, parade, pagents and tons of fun stuff. Don't miss the kick-off to spring.
Location: Exit 117, HWY 44 E, Mt. Washington
Contact: Bill Breeden (502-538-4897)
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Mt. Washington Spring Fling 5K Run/Walk
Second Saturday - This 5K Run/Walk will take place in Mt. Washington, one of two run / walks in the county. The 5K will start at 8:00 am. Registration fee will be $12 if you pre-register before May 1st or register the day of for $17. Come sign up and accomplish your goals by signing up to participate in the run or the walk. Set your own pace, have fun and hope to see you there.
Location: St. Francis Church
Contact: Amy Puritt (502-802-0802)
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Bernheim's Blue Moon Bash
Last Thursday (evening) - This is the kind of party that only happens once in a blue moon. Dinner, hikes, bat programs, owls, etc.
Contact: 502-955-8512
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Red Crow Indian Pow Wow
First full weekend - The Indian Pow Wow displays an array of cultural background to educate and entertain anyone who is interested. School groups are welcomed on Friday, traders, dancers, food & cultural exhibits are just some of the experience you will have when you attend.
Location: Shepherdsville City Park, Exit 117
Contact: Linda Dishon (502-543-8582)
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Bullitt County Fair
Second full week - Get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy work week. Bring your family to the fair and enjoy pageants, rides, horse shows and motocross events. Don't miss out!
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt Co. Fairgrounds
Contact: Ruth Sohm (502-543-4855)
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North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday (July 26, 2008) - This event is full of "on the edge of your seat" excitement. Don't miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00 pm.
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox (502-396-4604)
E-mail: GPPoynter@aol.com
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4th of July Bullitt Blast
A great time for the whole family. There will be food, rides and activities for children, music, competitions, and fantastic fireworks display over the Salt River. Come join us for this free celebration!
Location: Exit 117; Paroquet Springs Conference Centre
Contact: Troy Beam (502-543-8687)
E-mail: tbeam@travelbullitt.org
Download: Exhibitor Form (87kb PDF)
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Annual Salt River Canoe Race
4th of July - Compete for the trophy, or take a scenic ride down the Salt River. Come and enjoy any activity you decide to take on. Canoeing is a great way to excise and relieve stress. Sign up and have fun at the same time.
Location: Exit 117; Shepherdsville
Contact: Bullitt County YMCA, (502-543-3985)
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North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday (July 28, 2007) - This event is full of "on the edge of your seat" excitement. Don't miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00 pm.
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox (502-396-4604)
E-mail: GPPoynter@aol.com
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Shepherdsville Civil War Days
First Saturday (Sept 13, 2008) - This is a Civil War Reenactment an all day event, Skirmish begins at 2:00 p.m. Come spend the afternoon in the park and enjoy the excitement of the Salt River Civil War Battle.
Location: Exit 117; Shepherdsville City Park
Contact: Don Elden (502-543-4973)
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Bluegrass 101 Festival
Last Friday & Saturday - Held from 6:00pm to 10:00pm on Friday, and Saturday from noon to 10:00pm. Admission $10 (Friday), $15 (Saturday) or $20 (both days). Children 12 and under are FREE. The bands are Bluegrass 101, Cherryholmes, Paul Williams & the Victory Trio, David Davis & the Warrior River Boys, Sassafras, No Tools Loaned, Sammy Adkins & the Sandy Hook Mountain Boys, and Dean Osborne. We would love to have you come out and be with us! It will be held under a large pavilion...rain or shine "the show will go on". All net proceeds will go toward the WHAS Crusade for Children.
Location: I-65 exit 112; Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: 502-507-5449 or 502-252-9004
Web: www.bluegrass101.com
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Smithsonian's New Harmonies Exhibit
August 9th Thru September 21st - The exhibit will be at the Ridgeway Memorial Library in Shepherdsville, KY. Explore various aspects of America's roots in music as it hosts the Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition, New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music.
Location: Ridgeway Memorial Library
Contact: 502-543-1901
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Bernheim's BugFest
1st Saturday - On This First Saturday, Nature Discovery Day, Bernheim will be a buzz with all sorts of fun as we explore insects and other little crawly things. Free programs and activities at the Visitor Center from 1:00 - 4:00 pm will celebrate our diminutive neighbors.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Place: Visitor Center at Bernheim Forest
Cost: Free with admission and to Bernheim members
Web: www.bernheim.org
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Bullitt County Health Fair
Date TBA- Free Health Screenings, over 50 booths to help improve your health. Attend a health seminar taught by experts. Have your questions answered. Save time & money have several screenings done in one day. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. No Appointment Necessary!
Location: Paroquet Springs Conference Centre
Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641)
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North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Fourth Saturday (September 27, 2008) - This event is full of "on the edge of your seat" excitement. Don't miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00 pm.
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox (502-396-4604)
E-mail: GPPoynter@aol.com
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Bernheim at Night Fall Fest
Last Friday - Harvest Moon Hullabaloo and Twilight Tree Walk - This celebration of the arrival of autumn is a unique event for both families with children and adults without children! On this special night, some of our trees have the power to speak. As you walk along a luminaria-lit path, you'll hear true tales told by the trees themselves! All activities begin at the Visitor Center. Age 5 and up.
· Autumn Gift Shop Special Sale, 20% off all purchases between 5:00-9:00pm
· Fall Family Fare at Isaac's Café, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
· Nature at Night Discovery Outpost, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
· Magic Luminaria Light Up, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
· Twilight Tree Walk, anytime between 7:00pm and 8:30pm
Contact: 502-955-8512
Admission: Free for members, $5 per vehicle non-members
(No Admittance to Bernheim After 8:00 pm; Event Ends at 9:30 pm)
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Mt. Washington Fall Festival
Third Saturday (Sept 20, 2008) - If you are looking for an event to spend some quality time with your loved ones, this is the place. Mt. Washington Fall Festival will offer craft booths, food, corn hole tourney, rides, drawings, car show, petting zoo and tons of fun STUFF! Don't miss the kick-off to fall!
Location: Exit 117, HWY 44 E, Mt. Washington
Contact: Bryan Gifford (502-693-0996)
E-mail: bmarchers@alltel.net
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Lebanon Junction Old Fashion Days
First weekend (Fri & Sat)- Celebrate with a little down home fun. Come visit the Old Fashion Days and you will enjoy rides, craft booths, home made jewelry, country music and much more.
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Stephanie Carroll (502-833-2190)
Contact: Margaret Norris (502-833-2912)
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Knob Creek Military Gun Show & Shoot
Second Full Weekend - Knob Creek Gun Range has a full Showroom of new and used firearms for sale! They also stock thousands of other gun related products. If you're looking for a specific item please e-mail us. We will do our very best to reply in a timely manner.
Location: Exit 117; Hwy 44 W.
Contact: Kenny Sumner (502-922-4457)
E-mail: kennysumner@bellsouth.net
Web: www.machinegunshoot.com
Web: www.knobcreekrange.com
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Bernheim's Colorfest
Third weekend - Spectacular fall color, Nature craft demonstrations and exhibits. Hikes and guided walks, music, pumpkin carving, kids activities, call for more information.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Contact: Barbara Hurt (502-955-8512)
Web: www.bernheim.org
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Bernheim 5K Run/Walk
Last Saturday - This popular five-mile run /walk will be on Saturday morning, October 27 at 9:00 am. In a change from past years, this event is now under new management! The Home Of The Innocents will now be the coordinator for this event. Location will be at Bernheim forest for that scenic route we all so love.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Contact: Barbara Hurt (502-955-8512)
Web: www.homeoftheinnocents.org
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Light Up Shepherdsville
Dec. 5, 2008 - Refreshment begin at 6:00 p.m. Bring the kids out to visit with Santa and watch the City Park light up with joy when you visit. This holiday event is a great way to spend the holiday season with your family, don't miss it!
Location: Shepherdsville City Park
Contact: 502-543-2923
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Christmas at Shepherdsville Square
First Saturday (Dec 6, 2008) - From 11am to 3pm, get out of the cold and visit with warm greetings. Santa will be talking with boys and girls, photos are offered. There will be drawings for free prizes. Don't miss the fun!
Location: Exit 117; Shepherdsville KY 40165
Contact: Belinda Rogers (800-866-3990)
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Christmas in the City, Lebanon Junction
Second Sunday (Dec 13, 2008) - Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow... come visit Santa at the Community Center along with refreshments, games, carriage rides and much more from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Stephanie Carroll (502-833-2190)
Contact: Marsha Puckett (502-833-2571)
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Phone: 502-543-8687 · 800-526-2068
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