11 Local Things To Do This Season

“SUNSHINE LOLLIPOPS AND RAINBOWS EVERYTHING”

Exhibit dates: July 18-September 24, Artist Reception: July 25

John James Audubon Museum

Don’t miss this exciting, fun, and vibrant exhibit. Just like the song “Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows Everything. This event is free to the public. For further information, please call Kim McGrew-Liggett at 502-782-9726.

 

WILD Wednesday Kids Nature Series, ages 6-12

Wednesday, August 2 @ 2 – 3:30pm

John James Audubon Museum

 Explore the wonders of nature and science through science experiments, nature activities, animal encounters, hikes, games, crafts, and more. Cost is $7/per session. To register, please call Lisa Hoffman at at 502-782-9727.

 

Adult Artist Retreat

Friday, August 4 @ 10am – 2:30pm

John James Audubon Museum

Attention all artists. ​Head to the Audubon Museum as they gather to create and experience new techniques. You can network with each other on techniques, upcoming exhibits, workshops, and art events. Bring your own artwork, supplies & tablecloth. Lunch is potluck. Please RSVP the week of the retreat. Fee is $10. For more information, please call Kim McGrew-Liggett at 502-782-9726. 

 

S’mores Night at the Campground

Friday, August 11 @ 6-7pm

Campground Shelter

Celebrate National S’mores Day with at John James Audubon State Park! Enjoy an evening of fun while preparing and enjoying America’s favorite fire-side dessert. Cost is $1.00/s’mores kit. Fix your s’more at the fire ring or take your kit to your own campfire. All ages are welcome. If you are not a camper, please park at Hilltop Shelter parking lot, then follow the signs for a short walk to the Campground Shelter. For more information, please call Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727.

 

Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival 

Friday, August 11 & Saturday, August 12 

Audubon Mill Park

The award-winning Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival returns this year for a weekend of live music, children’s activities, food, folklife displays and more. Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival has been named a Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Council and a Top 10 Event by the Kentucky Tourism Industry Association. The event has been featured in several local and regional publications, including Southern Living, Kentucky Monthly, Kentucky Living, Midwest Living and others. Be sure to mark your calendar so that you will not miss a single thing. And remember, this will also mark the 37th year of FREE admission!

 

6th Annual Furry Friends Summer Pet Hike

Saturday, August 12 @ 10am

John James Audubon State Park – Museum Parking Lot

Take time to explore the parks only wooded Pet Trail (Eagle Glen) during the 6th Annual Furry Friends Summer Pet Hike. Bring your furry friend, your family/friends, or just yourself and join this free naturalist-led public hike. This trail is rugged and will take you up and down hills and stairs over a one-mile path. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. All pets must be on a leash. Meet at the Museum parking lot. Cancelled if raining, so please watch Park Facebook and Instagram pages for announcements. For more information, please call Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727.

 

“Little Rembrandts Art” ages 3-6

Friday, August 18 @ 10:30 – 11:30am

John James Audubon Museum 

Bring those Little Rembrandts for a family fun morning of art with Miss Kim. They will work on lines, shapes, and color. All students must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. Cost is $7. Dress for a mess, as always. For further information or registration, please call Kim McGrew-Liggett at 502-782-9726.

 

Children’s Make-N-Take Crafts

Saturday, August 19 & Sunday, August 20 @ All-Day

Henderson County Public Library 

Love crafting? Head on over to the local library to make a fun craft you can take home with you. All the supplies are provided, so put on your creative hats! For more information, call 270-826-3712.

 

Road to the Rodeo 

Saturday, August 26 & Saturday, September 30 @ 3pm 

Henderson County Fairgrounds

The Road to the Rodeo is Henderson’s monthly western horse show. Cost is $5.00. Join in for a high energy horse show, food, games, and fun for the whole family. Events include Extreme Trail, Goat Tying, Bash N’ Splash, Texas 8, Dueling Keyhole, Calf Roping, Freestyle, Pole Bending, Flag Racing, and Barrel Racing.

 

Family Camping Night 

(Tentative at this time)

September 9 @ 5-10pm & September 10 @ 9- 11am

John James Audubon State Park Campground

Cost: $25/person; $85 per group of 4; Pre-registration required.

Grab family and friends and the camping gear, because it’s time for a weekend at Audubon Park! Join the Park Naturalists for a fun-filled overnight stay at Audubon Campground. If you’re new to camping, let us know, we’ll give you hands-on set-up and safety tips. With a starry night hike, crafts, s’mores, and campfire-cooked meals, it’s a night you won’t want to miss! Dinner, dessert, and breakfast provided. General campground check-in starts at 2:00 PM, and meal prep begins at 5:00 PM. Camp activities will end at 11:00 AM the next morning, followed by campground check-out at 1:00 PM. Registration cost is $25 per person, with a bulk price of $85 for groups of four (8 people allowed per site, with a maximum of 2 tents per site).  For registration, please call Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727. 

 

Monarch Migration Mysteries

Saturday, September 23, and September 30@ 8 -11:30am

John James Audubon State Park – Lakeview Shelter

Learn of the incredible journey Monarch Butterflies take as they migrate south for the winter! Meet at the Lakeview Shelter for an informative presentation about these beautiful creatures. Take part in citizen-science, when you use your own transportation to caravan to a site of outdoor Monarch tagging. Tags and butterfly nets provided. They’ll show you how it’s done! Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and prepare for weedy/marshy conditions. Cost: $5.00 per person/$4.00 for FOA members, Family discount of $15.00 for groups of four or more.

 If unfavorable weather conditions are present that day, the program will be cancelled. Please watch our Facebook and Instagram pages for announcements.For more information, please call Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727.