Mornings during the school year can feel like a sprint—and let’s be honest, sometimes breakfast is whatever you can toss into a backpack on the way out the door. But what if you could whip up a homemade version of a childhood favorite that’s both fun to make and weekday-friendly? These easy homemade
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9 local things to do this season
1. Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival Friday, August 8 - Saturday, August 9 | Downtown Henderson Get ready for a toe-tapping, banjo-strumming good time at Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival! This annual celebration, named a 2023 Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event, is a tribute to
The Book Nook: Get Ready for Back-to-School Season with Books!
Find these and more books at the Henderson County Public Library. The Crayons Go Back to School By: Drew Daywalt The crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they’re looking forward to the most. They’re also ready to meet new friends…and let loose
18 Local Things to do this Summer
PorchFest Saturday, June 7 | Downtown Henderson - South Main Street Southern hospitality peaks during Porchfest, when around a dozen neighbors along historic South Main Street transform their front porches into concert venues for all to enjoy. Explore the beautiful architecture, take in
Growing Curiosity
10 Tips to Get Kids Involved in Gardening Gardening is a wonderful way to connect kids with nature, teach them responsibility, and spark curiosity about how things grow. Whether you have a backyard garden, flower pots on your front porch, or just a sunny windowsill, involving children in
How Creating High-End Spaces for Out-of-Town Guests Helps Drive Tourism in Henderson
Photos by Darrin Phegley Nestled among the historic buildings of downtown Henderson, Kentucky, Curt and Emily Hamilton are quietly transforming their hometown into a destination for travelers from across the country. With three unique Airbnb properties—the Nest, the Lifeboat, and the
The Book Nook
Reading With Dad Llama Llama Daddy’s Day By: Anna Dewdney Llama Llama helps Nelly Gnu make the perfect Father’s Day gift for Daddy Gnu! Your little llamas will love relating to their favorite picture book character as he faces new and challenging situations. Hop on
Community Supported Agriculture
Local Boxes of Produce Made to Order Farming is no stranger to our local community, and agriculture has been a key staple to what makes Henderson so special. Local farmers Josh and Brittany Johnston, owners of Windy Hill Farm + Home, have both been in and around agriculture their entire lives.
Henderson Farmers’ Market
The Benefits of Local Produce Photo by Darrin Phegley The Henderson Farmers’ Market has been a community staple for many years, although it has really taken off since it moved to the Henderson County Fairgrounds in 2013. At the market, you can expect to find the freshest produce, high
Sour Grape “Candy”
Photo by Jamie Plain Looking for a fun, easy treat that feels like candy but comes from the fruit bowl? These Sour Grapes are a sweet-and-sour snack that kids and grown-ups will love. Made with just grapes, a splash of citrus, and a dusting of flavored gelatin powder, they’re a simple alternative
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