9 local things to do this Holiday Season

Paper Maché Santa

Wednesday, December 8 @ 4:15 – 5:45pm

Saturday, December 11 @ 10:00am -12:30pm

*Extra studio time if needed (optional) 

Thursday, December 9 @ 4:00-5:00

John James Audubon State Park Museum 

Santa is coming to town! Let’s create a Santa in Paper Mache’ just in time for the Holidays. The first session, students (ages 9-14) will be creating Santa and designing his shape with Paper Mache’. On Saturday, students will bring Santa to life, as they add acrylic paint and all the trimmings. Sign up today, as class is limited. All supplies included in the fee. Cost is $26. To register, please contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at 270-826-2247.

 

Tween Scene – Get Crafty! 

Wednesday, December 1 @ 4-5pm 

Henderson County Public Library 

Calling all Tweens! Are you in 3rd-5th grade? If so, Tween Scene is for you!Come kick start your creativity and do a fun, in depth craft with other creative/crafty tweens! This week we will be making perler bead Christmas ornaments. For more information, please call 270-826-3712.

 

Little Rembrandts “Holiday Art on Canvas” 

Friday, December 3 & Saturday, December 4 @ 10:30 – 11:45am

John James Audubon State Park Museum

Kids ages 3-6 are invited to practice their art skills. PLEASE dress for a MESS, as your child will be working step-by-step on a Christmas canvas with acrylic paints. Please arrive by 10:15am.  Students 5 and under do not have to wear masks and students 6 and up are required to wear masks, including parents. All students must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required, class limited. Cost is $9. To register, please contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at 270-826-2247.

 

Annual Christmas Parade 

Saturday, December 4 @ 10am – 12pm 

Downtown Henderson

Join family and friends in downtown Henderson for a fun and festive 2021 Christmas parade

 

Tween Homeschool Hangout

Monday, December 6 @ 1-2pm 

Henderson County Public Library

Tween Homeschool Hangout is a chance for kids in 3rd-5th grades, who are homeschooled, to hang out and socialize. This month’s theme is Art Class! For more information, please call 270-826-3712.

 

Winter Woodland Hike  

Saturday, December 11 @ 1pm

John James Audubon State Park

Join our park naturalist for this free guided hike in Audubon’s wintertime woods. Though the forest trees are asleep, woodland animals continue to forage, many leaving signs of their activity and perhaps tracks to follow. The winter woodland provides a great opportunity to discover the forest’s treasures. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Cancelled for adverse weather conditions. Please watch park Facebook and Instagram pages for announcements. Space is limited. To register, contact Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727.

 

Winter Blues 5K

Saturday, December 11 @ 9 – 11am

Sandy Lee Watkins Park 

Bring your family out for the 2nd Annual event hosted by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce. To register, or to learn more about sponsorship opportunities please call 270-826-7505.

 

Miracle on 34th Street

Friday, December 17 & Saturday, December 18 @ 6:34PM

Preston Arts Center

The Henderson County High School Theatre Department will be presenting this classic Christmas movie on stage. Bring your family and friends out to support our local students as you prepare for the Christmas season. For more information, please call 270-831-9800.

 

Walk on the Wild Side – Antler Antics & Reindeer Games

Friday, December 17 @ 10-11am 

John James Audubon State Park 

Help your little one experience the joy and wonder of nature through a 60-minute interactive program for preschool children, ages 3-5, and their caregiver. This monthly children’s lesson will bring nature into focus through play, creativity, and exploration. Each program includes a variety of activities involving storybooks, games, crafts, live animal visits, hikes, songs, and more! Pre-registration is required; Cost is $5 per child. 

To register your child, please contact Lisa Hoffman, 502-782-9727.