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Try out our new Events Page and Calendar Page 2010 Clark County Farmers' Market - May -Mid-October - The new site for the Jeffersonville Farmers Market is on a grass lot owned by Wall Street United Methodist Church. The lot is located at the corner of Chestnut and Locust Streets in downtown Jeffersonville behind the Knights of Columbus.. The market days and hours of operation are Saturdays, May 22 and 29 from 9a.m.-noon. Saturdays and Tuesdays from June 1-mid-October; Saturday hours 9a.m.-noon, Tuesday hours 3p.m.-6p.m. The market is sponsored by Jeffersonville Main Street Inc. www.jeffmainstreet.org
New Albany Farmers Market, Bank and Market Street, New Albany, IN 47150
May-October, Wednesday 8:00a.m.-1:00p.m., 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m., Saturday
8:00a.m.-1:00p.m. Permanent Exhibit - Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: Men and Women of the Underground Railroad in the Indiana and Kentucky Borderland - Carnegie Center for Art and History in New Albany. This exhibit examines the nature of the antislavery community in Floyd County, Indiana, and places it in a regional and national context by describing the social, economic and cultural contours of the Falls region of the Ohio River Valley. Based on the book by Pamela Peters titled The Underground Railroad in Floyd County (North Carolina, 2001), the project contributes to the work by scholars such as Dr. Blaine Hudson at the University of Louisville, whose ongoing re-evaluation of the abolitionist movement has led to increased interest in the Underground Railroad. 201 E. Spring St. (812) 944-7336. www.carnegiecenter.org. August 17 - September 26 - "Ring of Fire", Derby Dinner Playhouse, The remarkable life story of the legendary Johnny Cash is told through his music with a cast of gifted singers and instrumentalists. Featuring over 30 of his hit songs such as "I Walk the Line", "I've Been Everywhere", "Will the Circle Be Unbroken", "Jackson", and more! Experience this tuneful, foot-stomping celebration of the Man in Black. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com August 27-October 23 - Possumhaw Plant Electrics, Carnegie Center for Art & History, 201 East Spring Street, New Albany - Exhibit includes drawings and videos by Julia Oldham; Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Free Admission; www.carnegiecenter.org or 812-944-7336 September 3 - Indigo, Concert in the Park, Warder Park, Jeffersonville - Corner of Spring Street and Court Avenue. Fridays at 7:00p.m.- Bring your lawn chairs & enjoy an evening of music - German bands, concert bands, folk & big bands in a Norman Rockwell setting. Sponsored by Jeff Main Street, Inc and Jeffersonville Parks Department. www.jeffmainstreet.org September 4 - Archaeology Day, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org. Join the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and the Falls of the Ohio Archaeological Society for a day of archaeological activities for all ages. Kids: Complete twelve activities and earn a Junior Indiana Archaeologist Certificate. Participate in a mock dig, learn how prehistoric and historic artifacts worked, make a pot like the Native Americans did, learn about extinct giant animals who lived in the area, design personal ornaments to wear home, throw prehistoric darts (atlatis) weapons, play Native American games, try your hand at making baskets and other objects from native fibers. Adults: Talk with professional archaeologists. Want to know what a particular object was used for or how old it is? Bring your prehistoric and historic artifacts for identification. Watch flintknappers make prehistoric stone tools, view artifact displays about the prehistoric and historic pasts of the Falls area, learn how an archaeological site is formed and why sites should be preserved, learn how to become involved in local archaeology. Dr. Donald Janzen will be available to sell and autograph his book entitled Unearthing the Past, The Archaeology of the Falls of the Ohio River Region September 8 - Clarksville's Colgate: Prison to Present - The Clarksville Historical Society cordially invites you to the World Premier film screening of the documentary, Clarksville's Colgate: Prison to Present, a film by Troy McCormick. 6:30p.m. - Reception (School Cafeteria), 7:00p.m. - Program, Clarksville High School Auditorium, 800 Dr. Dot Lewis Drive - For more info contact Bob Popp (8502) 724-3478 or Jane Sarles (502) 649-3434 September 9 - RiverBreeze, Downtown Jeffersonville - RiverStage at Spring & Riverside. Sample wines and food in a great setting. www.JeffMainStreet.org September 10 - Moonlight Big Band, Concert in the Park, Warder Park, Jeffersonville - Corner of Spring Street and Court Avenue. Fridays at 7:00p.m.- Bring your lawn chairs & enjoy an evening of music - German bands, concert bands, folk & big bands in a Norman Rockwell setting. Sponsored by Jeff Main Street, Inc and Jeffersonville Parks Department. www.jeffmainstreet.org September 10 - Backyard Classics Car Club, Charlestown - The car club hosts a cruise in each month April-October on the 2nd Friday 6-9p.m. at Highway 3 and Main Street in Charlestown. DJ music and door prizes. Contact Jeff (812) 944-0022, (502) 930-6234 or Dewey (812) 293-3592. September 10 - 14th Annual A Taste for Art & History, Carnegie Center for Art & History, New Albany - The evening includes tasting of World-Class Wines & Spirits, an array of delectable delights, sensational silent auction items, superb company. Tickets $65 per person ($55 members). This is a fundraising event benefiting the Carnegie Center. 201 E. Spring St. Find out more at www.carnegiecenter.org or (812) 944-7336. September 11 - "Rock the Rocks-Jazz & Jeans", Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center, 201 West Riverside Drive, Clarksville; 6th annual fund raiser - Enjoy a very special evening with two homegrown renowned musicians - Sonny Lemaire and Jamey Aebersold. Jeffersonville native Sonny Lemaire, of Nashville, and his Exile cohorts J.P. Pennington and Steve Goetzman perform, along with Clay Mills (co-writer with Sonny of hits by Restless Heart, Diamond Rio and Darius Rucker). New Albany native Jamey Aebersold is an internationally known saxophonist and authority on jazz improvisation and education. Dinner by Bristol Bar & Grille, Bourbon tasting by Jim Beam Brands Co, Handcrafted beers from New Albanian Brewing Co., Silent Auction and Raffle. Hike the fossil beds and see exhibits. Tickets $75 purchased in advance, $100 day of the event. (812) 283-4999. Proceeds to benefit The Falls of the Ohio Foundation Crossroads Campaign for new exhibits. www.fallsoftheohio.org Call the Sheraton Louisville/Riverside Hotel by August 21 for a special Rock The Rocks room rate and shuttle service (812) 206-715 September 11 - Charlestown Music in the Park - The Wulfe Bros. are coming to Charlestown's Greenway Park! Join us Saturday, Sept. 11, 6:00-8:00p.m. and dance on the Pavillion with the Wulfe Bros. The Wulfe Bros. provide great family entertainment, playing tunes from the 50's to the 80's and mixing in a little from the 90's and today's music too! It will be a fun, family night in the park. Park concessions open at 5:00p.m. with grilled pork chop sandwiches, chili dogs, nachos, popcorn and $1 root beer floats! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. For more information contact Rhonda Davidson at 256-3422, X328 or rhondad@cityofcharlestown.com. For more info on the Wulfe Bros. visit their website at www.wulfebros.com. September 11 - Fifth Annual New Albany Historic Home Tour - Develop New Albany is proud to present this exciting tour which includes some of New Albany's finest properties in our four local historic districts. Explore historic residences, gardens and commercial structures and see New Albany as you never have before. $15 individual tickets $5 children under 15. Your day will begin at the New Albany Farmers Market (Corner of Bank and Market Streets) where you will pick up your Tour Booklet and Driving map. Tour Start - 10:00a.m., Tour end - 5:00p.m. To purchase tickets visit: Farmers Market, Corner of Bank and Market Streets, Saturdays July 3 to September 4 - Gallery on Pearl, 222 Pearl St or online: www.developNA.org. For more info email us at tickets@developNA.org or call (812) 941-0018 September 11-12 - RiverWalk Art-Tiques Fest, Downtown Jeffersonville - On Riverside Drive at Spring Street. Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Food, Music. www.JeffMainStreet.org September 11 - New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater - Heritage Festival Series - Fiesta Latina. Located at Pearl and E. Water Streets on the shore of the Mighty Ohio. 7:30p.m. Free. For the latest event updates, please visit our websites at: www.cityofnewalbany.com, www.developna.org September 11 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org September 11 - Pooch Plunge, Aquatic Center, Jeffersonville September 11 - Annual Hidden Hill Bluegrass Extravaganza from 9 am to 9 pm featuring a blacksmith and folk art displays in the morning and bluegrass music from 1-9 pm. Entry fee is $10 per car and includes parking. See hiddenhillnursery.com for more information. September 12 - Putting and Closest to the Pin Golf Contest, Wooded View Golf Course, 2404 Greentree North, Clarksville; $20 per participant includes both contests, buffet supper and door prizes plus prizes for the winners in each contest; Sponsored by Clarksville Sister Cities - call Trish Fraser 812-283-1504 for tickets September 18 - University of Louisville fundraiser Sigmapalooza," RiverStage, Jeffersonville - Riverfront at Spring & Riverside. Enjoy music, plays and more. www.jeffparks.org (812) 285-6440 September 18 - New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater - Performing Arts Series - Louisville Broadway Review. Located at Pearl and E. Water Streets on the shore of the Mighty Ohio. 7:30p.m. Free. For the latest event updates, please visit our websites at: www.cityofnewalbany.com, www.developna.org
September 18-19 - Fossil Festival, Falls of the Ohio, Clarksville
- This event, sponsored by the Falls of the Ohio Foundation, features:
September 18-19
- Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville -
9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
September 22-26 - River Crossing Festival, Jeffersonville - Beer Garden
at the Overlook above RiverStage for certain events. September 25 - New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater - Heritage Festival Series - German Strassenfest. Located at Pearl and E. Water Streets on the shore of the Mighty Ohio. 7:30p.m. Free. For the latest event updates, please visit our websites at: www.cityofnewalbany.com, www.developna.org September 27 - "Branson on the Road" at Derby Dinner Playhouse, Featuring hosts Debbie Horton and Donnie Wright who bring all the fun of a Branson show directly to you! Country - Comedy - Bluegrass - Gospel; 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com September 29 - October 2 - Bob Goss and his Silver Sizzles Revue at Derby Dinner Playhouse, A Vegas-style revue with all the glamour, glitz, and feathers! What sets this cast apart from others is that everyone is over 50 years old and are show business pros with extensive backgrounds from Broadway to Las Vegas. This revue has been getting standing ovations for over 12 years playing casinos and theaters from coast to coast. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com September 29 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 12?30p.m.. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org October 1-2 - Celebrate Memphis 2010, East of I-65 Truck Sales on Memphis-Blue Lick Road (I-65, Exit 16). Friday 5:00p.m.-9:00p.m.., Saturday, 9:00a.m.-8:00p.m Great food, crafts and free entertainment; For more information log onto www.uniontowshipinfo.com or call 812-294-3077 October 2 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org October 2 - Clark Festival, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970 www.fallsoftheohio.org October 2 - 10 - Harvest Homecoming, New Albany - Downtown New Albany. Parade October . One of the largest festivals in Indiana features a parade (12:00p.m. Saturday, the th), hot air balloon race, dog show, bingo, juried arts and crafts (Oct 12-15), children's activities, flea market, carnival rides, food and music (812) 944-8572. www.harvesthomecoming.com October 2 - "Taste of Our Place," IUS, New Albany - 11th annual fund raiser for Our Place Drug and Alcohol Education Services, Hoosier Room, 4p.m.-7:30p.m. Features food sampling from more than a dozen area restaurants. Advance tickets are $10 for individuals and $5 for children 10 and under. Tickets at the door are $15 for individuals, $25 for a couple and $5 for children 10 and under. 4201 Grant Line Rd. Call (812) 945-3400 for more info. October 2-3 - Stumler's Applefest, Starlight - Free hayrides, arts and crafts, flea market, children's rides, pumpkin patch hayrides, kiddie tractor pull, apple-butter making, antique engines and tractors and music. 812-923-3832 October 5 - November 14 - "A Party to Murder" Derby Dinner Playhouse, Halloween. A remote island. A murder mystery game. A weekend of fun. Until the first person dies! The game takes on a sinister twist as tensions rise and guests realize they are playing for their lives. This cheeky mystery reveals suspenseful twists and turns that will lead you to an unexpected and terrifying conclusion. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com
October 8
- Backyard Classics Car Club, Charlestown - The car club hosts a cruise in
each month April-October on the 2nd Friday 6-9p.m. at Highway 3 and Main Street
in Charlestown. DJ music and door prizes. Contact Jeff (812)
944-0022, (502) 930-6234 or Dewey (812) 293-3592. October 9 - Sugar Maples Fall Festival, Jeffersonville - 10a.m.-3p.m., 100 block of West Maple Street - Booths, food, great sales. October 11 - Martin Preston as Liberace at Derby Dinner Playhouse, Martin will re-create the music and glamour of the late, great Liberace for an unforgettable experience complete with a glittering grand piano and spectacular wardrobe carefully handcrafted from the original Liberace designs; 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com
October 15 - Hops, Shops & Chardonnay,
Jeffersonville - 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Stroll through Historic Downtown
Jeffersonville and visit our unique and inviting local businesses. Enjoy
tastings of Regional Beers, Wines, Food and Music while you shop for great
savings. www.JeffMainStreet.org
October 16-17- Autumn on the River - 15th Annual, historic Bethlehem; Tour the
restored 1927 schoolhouse, historic tours by tram, 1812 reenactments,
arts and crafts, food to suit the most discriminating taste buds; Saturday 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.; Special events - Auction - Saturday
10:00 a.m., Parade - Saturday 2:30 p.m., Veterans honored - Saturday 2:00 p.m.; No admission charge; David
Abbott 502-931-4669 or Andrea Oles 317-491-4146 October 23 - "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" presented by Derby Dinner Playhouse Children's Musical Theater, There are two sides to every story! You'll be the jury and vote in this inside-out rock and roll musical version of famous fairy tale that asks who is really to the blame; Breakfast and lunch shows; 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com
October 25 - Halloween Downtown, Jeffersonville
- 6p.m.-8p.m. Bring your children to Spring Street for fun and safe
trick-or-treating. www.JeffMainStreet.org October - Oktoberfest on the River, Rocky's Sub Pub and Buckhead Mountain Grill, Jeffersonville Riverfront; Rocky's and Buckhead's are teaming up to host Oktoberfest on the River which will feature live music and impressive beer lineup (20 craft, import, and Oktoberfest style beers on hand, including selections from the Bluegrass Brewing Company and the New Albanian Brewing Company); Food will also be available for purchase; The Sharpenstein Polka Band will perform 2:30 - 5:30 p.m., while Josh Glauber and Holly Jackson will provide the evening entertainment beginning at 8 p.m.; Entry fee is $5 person and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Clark County Red Cross October - Fourth Annual Legends of Charlestown, Charlestown State Park, Highway 62, Charlestown; Weekend events trace the history of Charlestown from settlements of early Native Americans, to the launching point of the Lewis and Clark Expedition just down the river, to the great flood of 1937 and the construction of the Indiana Army Ammunition plant along Indiana 62 during World War II. Reenactors from the Revolutionary War, Civil War and World War II eras are planning to attend the event. Other events include local legend hike, a night woods walk and videos from local historians Tom Chapman and Troy McCormick of the former Rose Island amusement park and the Indiana Army Ammunition Plant, respectively. Friday, Local Legends Hike at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday Rose Island video at 1 p.m., Night woods walk at 7:15 p.m.; Sunday Powder Plant video at 1 p.m.; Park admission is $5 per car for Indiana residents, $7 per out-of-state residents; Charlestown State Park office 812-256-5600 October - Harvest Celebration, Charlestown State Park, Highway 62 Charlestown; Camping event to celebrate the arrival of the fall season will include a campsite decorating contest to coincide with the fall theme, campfire storytelling, trail hikes, a haunted hike, a cornhole tournament and a stargazing event hosted by the Louisville Astronomical Society; Friday Storytelling 7:00 p.m., Saturday Harvest/Fall Decorating contest deadline is Noon, Haunted Hike at 6:00 p.m. and Stargazing event at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday Cornhole Tournament at 1:30 p.m.; Park admission is $5 per car for Indiana residents, $7 per out-of-state residents; Charlestown State Park, 812-256-5600 October - "Nightmare at the Fair", Clark County 4-H Fairgrounds, 9608 Highway 62, Charlestown; The haunt is composed of 11 rooms: morgue, body bag, electrocution, polka dot maze, spider, fog vortex, clown, never ending hallway, grave yard, and drop panel hallway; A hayride through the haunted fairgrounds is part of the admission price; Admission is $8 per person and group rate is $6 per person for groups of 10 or more - advance sales only (ticketsales@nightmareatthefair.com); the Haunt is produced by the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville and the Clark County 4-H Club Adult Leaders; www.nightmareatthefair.com October - Literally, A Haunted House – Culbertson Mansion, New Albany – Annual haunted house event locally and nationally recognized as one of the best haunted house experiences. Chilling tours take visitors through a haunted carriage house. Not for children under 12. Storytelling is included on Oct. 23, 24, 30 & 31. Hours vary. Admission Charge. 914 E. Main St. (812) 944-9600 hauntedculbertson.org November 6 - D*A*S*H 5K & Veterans Tribute, Jeffersonville- Veterans Tribute 9:15a.m.; 5K 9:30a.m., Warder Park, Spring Street & Court Avenue
November 12
- 7th Annual Holiday Open House, Historic Downtown Jeffersonville
- 6 - 9p.m. - Ride the trolley, see the sights, taste the sweets and shop till
you drop! Presented by Downtown Merchants, Participants: 300 Spring, Baby Chic, CCF & Crafts & Gifts, Choices, Community Home Medical, Designer
Fragrance, Gatherings Romantic Decor, Gold's Pawn Shop, Grinny Possum Fiber Arts,
Horner Novelty, Lavender Hill, Leslie Lewis & Associates, LifeSprings, Market
Street Inn Bed & Breakfast, Office Supply, Pearls, Petunias Boutique, Salon 253, Schimpff's Confectionery, Springs Salon & Spa, Sugar
Maples; www.jeffmainstreet.org November - Light Up Charlestown - Greenway Park, - Be sure to be in Greenway Park at 6:20 p.m. when Mayor Bob Hall and Clerk Treasurer Donna Coomer welcome the crowd to Light Up Charlestown. At 6:45, Hall and Coomer will lead the countdown to the light up, and at 6:45 the lights will come on! The Concession Stand will open at 5 p.m. on the day of Light Up Charlestown, where the Charlestown Beautification Committee will sell hot chocolate, while the Charlestown High School Cheerleaders and Charlestown High School Theatre will sell baked goods. November - New Albany's 2009 Holiday Fest - 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Santa arrives to flip switch at 5:45p.m. Entertainment will be located at: MainSource Stage area and in front of the YMCA. Toy give a way at stage area at 2:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. Pictures with Santa at the YMCA from 3:00-5:00p.m. developna.org
November -
Jingle Walk: A wine & craft beer tasting hosted by downtown New Albany
retailers - $15 per person which includes a wine glass, tastings at over 10
locations and a complimentary holiday scarf! Tickets can be purchased at
Strandz and Treadz Salon (322 Vincennes St) from 11/11/09-11/27/09 and at
www.developNA.org
November 16 - December 31 - "Forever Plaid Tidings" Derby Dinner Playhouse,
The best of "Forever Plaid" gift wrapped for the holiday season! The boys
are back on Earth and are overtaken by the Christmas spirit! Let Sparky,
Jinx, Smudge and Frankie entertain you with audience favorites like their
riotous version of the "The Ed Sullivan Show" featuring the Rockettes, the
Chipmunks, and even The Vienna Boys Choir. This is one holiday treat that
is truly "heaven-sent". 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281
www.derbydinner.com November 25 - Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Joe Huber Family Farm Restaurant, 2421 Scottsville Rd., Starlight; Fresh roasted turkey, homemade dressing and pumpkins pies are irresistible - you won't want to miss this fabulous meal that was featured on the "Food Network"Reservations recommended; 812-923-5255 November 27 - December 23 - Huber Christmas Trees, Huber's Orchard, Winery, and Vineyards, 19816 Huber Road, Starlight; Keep the tradition going or start a new one by cutting your own Christmas tree at Huber's Orchard, Winery, and Vineyards! Nothing is like the smell of the evergreen that can fill the household with thoughts of good tidings and cheer! Visit www.huberwinery.com for details November 27 - "Christmas in the Candyland" presented by Derby Dinner Playhouse Children's Musical Theater, Goody! Goody! Gumdrops! Fulfill your candy cravings as a cast of colorful characters take a joyful jaunt through a land of sweet confections; Breakfast and lunch shows; 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com December 2 - Light Up Jeffersonville - Warder Park - 6:00 - Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Visit from Santa Claus, refreshments; www.jeffmainstreet.org December 4, 11, 18 - Christmas in Downtown Jeffersonville - Making Christmas Memories, Storefront Decorating Contest December 4 - "Christmas in the Candyland" presented by Derby Dinner Playhouse Children's Musical Theater, Goody! Goody! Gumdrops! Fulfill your candy cravings as a cast of colorful characters take a joyful jaunt through a land of sweet confections; Breakfast and lunch shows; 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com December 4, 5, 11 & 12 - Picture Your Pet With Santa, Clarksville & New Albany - Treat your pet (and/or kids) to a visit with Santa and help adoptable pets. Professional photo packages - same day service. Photo packages start at $12. Photo gift items start at $9 and will be back in time for holiday giving. Animal Protection Association, Feeder's Supply, 229 E. Lewis and Clark Parkway, Clarksville. - Floyd County Animal Rescue League, Feeder's Supply, 4300 Grant Line Road, New Albany - Saturday 10a.m.-4p.m., Sunday noon-4p.m.
December 4 - Annual Holiday Dinner and Show at Joe Huber Family Farm
Restaurant, 2421 Scottsville Rd., Starlight; 812-923-5255
December 12 -
Christmas Open House, Howard Steamboat Museum, Jeffersonville - Tea with
Mrs. Claus, 1101 E.
Market Street (812) 283-3728 steamboatmuseum.org December - Christmas Open House, Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site, New Albany. Enjoy Victorian Christmas decorations throughout the mansion with live musical entertainment and refreshments. Sat-Sun 1p.m.-5p.m. No admission charge. (812) 944-9600; indianamuseum.org December -, 1814 Scribner House Victorian Tea & Open House, New Albany 1:00-5:00pm. Begin your holiday with a tour of decorated 1814 Scribner House. Period dressed docents will guide you as beautiful parlor music fill the House. Delicious refreshments await you and the gift shop will help with your holiday spirit. Free. Donations are appreciated for upkeep of the House. 106 E. Main St. 812-923-8042, kkessinger@juno.com2011 * Dates not verified *January - 23rd Annual Kentuckiana Farm Toy Show, Clarksville - Over 8000 sq. ft. of farm toys. Admission $2 per person, 12 and under free. Friday night 6-9p.m., Saturday 9a.m.-3p.m. Snack bar and rest area, door prizes. Holiday Inn Lakeview, 505 Marriott Dr. (812) 283-4411. For more info call Dale Brown (812) 293-3118. January 11 - February 20 - "Weekend Comedy" Derby Dinner Playhouse, This comedy mistakenly pairs two couples from different generations for a weekend get-away when they rent the same cabin in Catskills. Once they decide to share it, hilarity ensues as the clash between ages, ideas, and lifestyles plays out. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com *February - 6th Annual Chili & Beer Tasting - KYE's II, Jeffersonville - Jeffersonville Main Street Inc. invites you to celebrate President Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday. Chili samples from local businesses, beer tastings from area breweries, Lincoln 200th Birthday celebration, Silent Auction, Live Music - 5:30-8:30 p.m. - 500 Missouri Ave., Tickets $20 ($15 for Main Street Members) www.jeffmainstreet.org February 22 - April 3 - "Jesus Christ Superstar" Derby Dinner Playhouse, The powerful Bible story told through the timeless rock music of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber. This vibrant and poignant musical is one of Derby Dinner's most requested productions. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com April 5 - May 15 - "The Drowsy Chaperone" Derby Dinner Playhouse, It all begins when a die-hard musical theater fan plays his favorite cast album on his turntable and the musical literally bursts to life in his living room! Get ready to be transported to a magical, wonderful world of entertainment full of uproarious laughter and side-splitting antics. This "musical within a comedy" is soon to be one of your all-time favorites. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com *April - Chocolate Lovers Stroll - Downtown Jeffersonville, sponsored by Jeff Main Street; Chocolate! Shops! Music! Fun! Sample a wide variety of chocolates at locally owned shops. You'll get a sample of different types of decadent chocolate at each participating shop, there will be live music on the downtown sidewalks, and great sales from your locally owned businesses; Event tickets are $10 or $5 if you bring a canned good to donate to Center for Lay Ministries - you'll get your event wristband and program at the registration tent in the Glossbrenner Garden at the corner of Spring & Chestnut Street; Chocolate presenters are Adrienne & Co. Bakery & Cafe, Affairs of the Heart, Big Hair Peace, CCF & Crafts, Choices, ForeverMore II, Gold's Jewelry, Grinny Possum Fiber Arts, Hot on Spring, Lavender Hill, Market Street Inn, Petunias Boutique, Schimpff's Confectionery, Springs Salon & Sap and Sugar Maples Antiques & Gifts; Music by John Gage, Kevin Rees, Joyful Noise and Accidently on Purpose; Purchase tickets online at www.jeffmainstreet.org *April - Fourth Annual Art and Wine at Huber's Orchard, Winery and Vineyards, 19816 Huber Road, Starlight; 812-923-WINE or www.huberwinery.com April 16 - Thunder Over Louisville - America's largest fireworks show with air show. Over 50 tons of fireworks exploded from the Ohio River. www.kdf.org April 16 - Belle of Cincinnati Thunder Over Louisville Cruise, Riverfront Amphitheater, New Albany - Contact Alan Bernstein (859) 802-6021 *April -Wildflower Walk at 1:00pm at Lapping Park Join the Knob and Valley Audubon Society for a gentle walk through the woods of Lapping Park and you will be pleasantly surprised by the variety and abundance of wildflowers. Botanists Bill and Maggie Adams will be the guides. All ages welcome, but children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The walk will last approximately one hour. Meet at the Endris Lodge in Lapping Park, 2404 Greentree North, Clarksville. This free program will take place rain or shine and pre-registration is not required. Wear your walking shoes (be prepared for mud) and dress for the weather. Bring binoculars if available. For more information contact society president David Coyte at 893-5172. Winter Farmers Market - Jeffersonville - Every Saturday through April. The farmers market is heading indoors for the winter. First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Jeffersonville is allowing the market to set up in its gym at Chestnut & Walnut Street through April. At first there will be 5-6 vendors selling, among other things, baked good, tomatoes (not shipped in, but grown in a local greenhouse) and some late season produce. Coming weeks poultry, honey, jellies and hummus will be added. New vendors are welcome. Hours 9:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. . www.JeffMainStreet.org May 1 - Kentucky Derby - Churchill Downs, Louisville - The greatest two minutes in sports. *May 13 - National Tourism Week Kick-Off Luncheon, hosted by Clark-Floyd Counties Convention-Tourism Bureau - Celebrate tourism on the Sunny Side of Louisville and network with hospitality industry partners - the luncheon will be the kick-off for special programs held during National Tourism Week (May 8 - 15); Recipients of the John H. Minta Tourism Award will be awarded; RSVP 282-6654 or email jabbott@sunnysideoflouisville.org*May 14 - Earth Day, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville- 10a.m.-4p.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org The Falls of the Ohio State Park will buzz with activity. Environmentally minded businesses and organizations from all over the region gather to share information, show off their accomplishments and provide fun for the whole family. Special programs include live animals. Sponsored by Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Kentuckiana Air Education, The Trash Force, and The Falls of the Ohio Foundation.
May 21-22 - Spring Arts & Crafts Festival "A Victorian Chautauqua" - Howard
Steamboat Museum, Jeffersonville - 1101 E. Market - Quality arts & crafts
(juried),
large herb & perennial sale, antiques, musical entertainment, book signings,
cafe & tours, food booth; Festival theme is "Steamboat Stimulus - Millions
of Lincolns", Louisville architect will present "Lincoln's Louisville" and Aunt
Nannie's Crafts for children "Lincoln's Connections with America's Rivers";
Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Admission $3 per
person (Children 12 and under free with adult); (812) 283-3728 *May - The Charlestown Beautification Committee will host its 4th Annual Founder's Day Pork Chop Dinner and Auction Fundraiser, Friday May 21 at the Arts and Enrichment Center, 999 water St. This Fundraiser helps the CBC fund Founder's Day, Trunk or Treat, Light-Up Charlestown, and Beautify the City. They are asking for Donations of any kind for the auction and/or sponsorships for the dinner. This is their only fundraiser we do all year. If you can help in any way, Please call Rhonda Davidson 502-413-1338 or Donna Coomer 256-7126 *May 28 - St. John Starlight Strawberry Festival, Starlight - 33rd Annual festival celebrates the beautiful Starlight community and its most famous crop, strawberries! Family fun, food, entertainment. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 8310 St. John Rd.,10:00a.m.-8:00p.m.. No admission charge. (812) 923-5785 - stjohnstarlight.org *June - Fest of Ale and Wine, Clarksville - Fifth Annual Keg Liquors Fest of Ale (and wine!) Beer Festival, 30 Breweries, 3 Craft Beer Distributors, 2 Wine Distributors and over 100 beers and wines to be sampled. We will have 30+ microbrewers on site to sample their wares, as well as food, music, and a charity silent auction to support the WHAS Crusade for Children. Cost: $25 advance, $30 day of the event. The event will be held at St. Anthony's in Clarksville, 320 North Sherwood Avenue, Clarksville, IN 47129 - 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. http://www.kegliquors.com/festofale.htm; Breweries attending include: Barley Island, New Belgium, Magic Hat, Sam Adams, Bells, Bluegrass Brewing Company (Clay & Main), Bluegrass Brewing Company (St. Matthews), Brownings, Sierra Nevada, Powerhouse, Cumberland Brews, Schlafly, Warbird, Upland Brewing Company, New Albanian Brewing Company, Wetten Imports, Brugge Brasserie, Three Floyds, Victory, Spaten, Franziskaner, Moylans, Hoppin Frog, Dark Horse, Dogfish, Lost Coast and many more!; Craft Beer Distributors: World Class Beverages, Cavalier Distributing, Winding Road Beverages (New this year); Keg Liquors, 617 E. Lewis and Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN 47129, 812-283-3988; www.kegliquors.com; Wine Distributors: InVie, Crossroads Vintners *June - Herb & Garden Festival, Charlestown - Sponsored by The Sunnyside Master Gardeners' - "Growing Green" Door Prizes, Herbal luncheon (11a.m.to 1p.m.), Children's corner (Learn to make and take home a "chia" person) - "Growing Green" presentations throughout the day - 9:30 a.m. - Bill Abel, Grant Line Nursery, "Earth friendly solutions to garden problems," - 11:30 - Dr. Tom Barnes, Extension Wildlife Specialist, "Gardening with wildflowers" - Bob Hill, Hidden Hill Nursery, Homegrown/NPR "Low maintenance, high impact plants for your landscape. Booths with local and regional vendors selling herbs, shrubs, trees, perennials and native plants as well as garden-related items such as woodcrafts and lawn art. Master Gardeners will staff a consumer gardening information booth where your garden and lawn care questions can be answered. This is a free event, open to all and is handicap accessible. Clark County 4-H Fairgrounds, 9608 Hwy 62, Charlestown - For information call (812) 948-5470. *June - Art on the Parish Green, St. Paul's Art Festival, New Albany - 1015 E. Main St. www.artontheparishgreen.com Space still available. Contact Louise Gohmann 502 445-8708. *June - Kentuckiana Celtic Festival, Amphitheater, New Albany - 3 to 11p.m. Saturday at the New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater, where Pearl Street meets the Ohio River. Along with music, food and drinks, there will be Celtic informational booths. Visitors should bring blankets or chairs for seating but should not bring pets, outside food, alcoholic beverages or coolers. www.kentuckianacelticfest.com. *June - Pacers and Racers 9th Annual Barnyard Dash 10 K Run/Walk, Joe Huber Family Farm Restaurant, Starlight, 2421 Scottsville Rd., 812-923-5255 *June - JEFF Fest, Jeffersonville - Family Festival - Free kids games, art show, local food & music. Preservation Park, 150 W. Market, 11a.m.-4p.m., www.JeffMainStreet.org *June - Car & Motorcycle Show, Joe Huber Family Farm Restaurant, Starlight - Pre-registration $12.00, Registration day of show $15.00 (8 a.m.-1 p.m.) $50 cash given away every 30 minutes starting at 11 a.m. Bonus: $100 given away at noon for pre-registration. All proceeds are tax deductible and benefit "Shop With A Cop." 2421 Scottsville Rd. For more info call Ralph Hines (812) 945-1406.
*June - Borden Valley Day Festival, Borden - Food and craft booths, car
show, local entertainment. Sat. 11a.m.-5p.m. No admission charge.
Borden Community Park (812) 967-2234 *June - Exclusively New Albany-2010 - "It Takes a Village" 6p.m.-9p.m. Home of Mayor and Mrs. Doug England, 1738 State Road 111. Hosted by Develop New Albany, Exclusively New Albany is an annual fundraiser for the benefit of Develop New Albany and The Padgett Museum. This year is designed as a showcase for locally owned businesses, local artists and musicians, museums and other cultural institutions and is a celebration of our beautiful historic heritage. This year's theme is a celebration of New Albany's growth and the extraordinary talent we have here in our city. The committee promises an evening of great food, beverages and entertainment. Purchase tickets online at developna.org or mail your check to Develop New Albany, P.O. Box 64, New Albany, IN 47150. Tickets $30 prior to event, $35 at door. For additional info call Debbie Farmer (812) 944-5021. *June 17 & 18, Smokin on the River, Jeffersonville - Annual BBQ & Blues Festival at Jeffersonville's beautiful riverfront. Proceeds will help to fund activities at Jeffersonville's RiverStage. www.jeffparks.org (812) 285-6440
*June 17 & 18 - Charlestown Founders Day Balloon Glow and Race - Charlestown State Park.
Greenway Park. Balloon Glow June 17 8:30-10:00 Friday evening, race
Saturday 7:30 p.m. , (812) 256-7126
www.charlestownbicentennialcelebration.com *June - 16th Annual Mustang and all Ford weekend with Pony Drive. Host Hotel Fairfield Inn, 619 North Shore Drive, Jeffersonville (Call 812-280-8220 and ask for Mustang Show Rate). For information contact Mike Raines at 812-944-6630, Steve Merritt at 812-944-5271, Marty Clegg at 812-820-0093. On the Web at www.fallscitymustangclub.com. *June 17 & 18 - Arts on the Ohio, Jeffersonville - Riverside Dr./Clark Street - An arts and crafts event on the banks of the Ohio River. Booth displays, arts competition, BBQ contests and music. www.jeffparks.org (812) 285-6440 *June - Ohio River Sweep - Falls of the Ohio, Clarksville - The Park coordinates the Clark County effort as part of a multi-state program, which provides free tee shirts for all participants. Join us - and bring along some friends! We welcome scouts, schools and civic organizations to volunteer and help us clean up the riverbank at four different sites. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970 www.fallsoftheohio.org June - Garden Tour/Plant Sale, Jeffersonville - Jeffersonville Main Street will host its annual Garden Tour & Plant Sales on June 19. The tour is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the gardening and landscaping techniques of other people. The plant sale is a chance to get lots of plants for "dirt cheap" prices, plus we'll be selling seeds for $.50 a packet. What a deal! All seeds are hand-collected from local gardens. Tickets sales and the plant sale will take place on the day of the event from Chestnut & Locust Street (same place as the farmers market). June 24-26
- Charlestown Founders Day Celebration - Entertainment and events in
Greenway Park. Arts & Crafts booths, food, fireworks, parade, 5Kwalk/run
and more. (812) 256-7126
http://www.ctownbeautification.com/ June - New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater - Heritage Festival Series - Blues Festival with Josh Garret and the Bottom Line from Nashville - Located at Pearl and E. Water Streets on the shore of the Mighty Ohio. 3:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. Free. For the latest event updates, please visit our websites at: www.cityofnewalbany.com, www.developna.org
*June - Jeffersonville Italian Festival, Jeffersonville - Noon until
about 9p.m. in front of Adrienne & Co., 129 W. Court Ave. Admission $2 per
person. Kids younger than 5 get in free. Spaghetti-eating contest,
plenty of Italian food, bands, games, beer, wine, vendors and more. Singer
Steve Fazzini of Youngstown, Ohio, will be performing classic lounge-style songs
of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, as well as many of the other American standard
classics. The Jeffersonville Alumni Band will take the lead in what
organizers hope will be the world's largest singing of "That's Amore." *June - Paws for a Cold, Wet Nose, Jeffersonville - Animal Protection's 10th Annual Garden Party fundraiser. Buffet dinner, silent auction, door prizes. All proceeds benefit animals in our community. Tickets $20. (812) 283-6555 or (812) 246-4999. - 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. Park Memorial Methodist Church, 1820 E. Park Place, Jeffersonville. Animal Protection Association is a no-kill shelter located at 702 E. 11th St., Jeffersonville July 4—Jeffersonville Celebrating Freedom Parade—Downtown Jeffersonville. Starts at 11a.m. at Spring St & Riverside Dr. Music, food & fun after parade in Warder Park. (812) 282-1231 or (812) 282-1184 www.JeffMainStreet.org July 4 - Sellersburg's 4th of July Parade - Sellersburg's July 4th celebration will begin with a parade at 2 p.m. through downtown Sellersburg, followed by a celebration of family games, food and live music at the Sellersburg American Legion Post 204, New Albany Street. The day will conclude with fireworks at dusk. For more info call (502) 645-8799. July 4 - Nabb Celebration - The Nabb community will again be celebrating July 4th by gathering at the Nabb Presbyterian Church basement at 6p.m. Everyone is invited to join in the fellowship, fun, food - with free pizza, hot dogs, chips and ice cream - and a short program. *July - Floyd County 4-H Fair, New Albany 4-H Fairgrounds *July - Wine Walk & Shop, Downtown Jeffersonville - 6p.m.-9p.m. - Wine tastings, hors d'oeuvres and live music while you browse at local shops. www.JeffMainStreet.org *July - Clark County 4-H Fair, Clark County Fairgrounds, Highway 62, Charlestown; 4-H and Livestock Exhibits, - ; Special Events - Tractor Pull,; Go Karts; Mud Drags; Demolition Derby, Carnival Rides and Concessions, July 9 - 17; (812) 256-4591. 2010 Year of Pigs - 6:30 p.m. - Thursday - Celebrity Swine Show, Special Guest & Speaker: Miss Indiana State Fair. *July - J.B. Ogle 6th Annual Golf Scramble, Jeffersonville Elks Course, Jeffersonville - Scramble benefits the Clark County Spay and Neuter Program for the J. B. Ogle Animal Shelter. All donations are tax deductible and all proceeds go exclusively for the spay and neuter fund. Tournament will be a four-person best ball scramble with shotgun start. Award to 1st place team, 2nd and 3rd draw numbers. Prizes for: Longest drive and closest to the pin. Raffles for 100 Scratch off lottery tickets and Party Time basket. Hole sponsors needed. For more info contact Harry Wilder (812) 282-0071. Entry fee includes green fees, cart rental and Elks Chicken dinner. Elks Club, 1820 Charlestown-Jeff Pike (812) 282-4801 *July - Lapping Park Clean Sweep, Clarksville - no charge and free pizza! Pre-registration no required. Meet at Lapping Park Shelter House. Join the Clarksville Parks Department as they splash around the banks of Silver Creek and throughout the park for the annual Clean Sweep. Volunteer to help remove trash and debris from the banks for Silver Creek. The clean-up will take place rain or shine. Wear old clothing! Latex gloves will be provided. For questions contact the parks office at 812 283-5313. July 30 - ,Concert in the Park, Warder Park, Jeffersonville - Corner of Spring Street and Court Avenue. Fridays at 7:30p.m.- Bring your lawn chairs & enjoy an evening of music - German bands, concert bands, folk & big bands in a Norman Rockwell setting. Sponsored by Jeff Main Street, Inc and Jeffersonville Parks Department. www.jeffmainstreet.org August 6 - RiverStage, Jeffersonville - Riverfront at Spring & Riverside. Enjoy music, plays and more. www.jeffparks.org (812) 285-6440 August 6 - New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater . Located at Pearl and E. Water Streets on the shore of the Mighty Ohio. 7:30p.m. Free. For the latest event updates, please visit our websites at: www.cityofnewalbany.com, www.developna.org August 25-27—Sellersburg Celebrates—Enjoy the annual Sellersburg Celebrates! festival in Silver Creek Township Park this weekend. Lots of food and specialty booths, balloon glow Friday, entertainment, parade Saturday, car show, children's activities and music. Thursday 5-10 p.m., Friday 6-11 p.m., Saturday 10a.m.-11p.m. This is one of the best community festivals around and it gets better every year. Thursday highlights: Battle of the Bands 6 p.m., tethered balloon rides; Friday highlights: Luncheon featuring Tara Denzinger, Survivor Outreach Coordinator for the group Supporting Heroes, dog show, Rumors band at 8 p.m. and balloon glow 8:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Saturday highlights: Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Baking Contest, Dog Show, Entertainment 2 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Fireworks (weather permitting) at 9:30 p.m.; Golf tournament on Sunday, August 29; For more information call (812) 246-5396 or go to www.sellersburgcelebrates.com August 27 - 28— 21st Annual Art in Speed Park—Beautiful shady park featuring juried fine arts & crafts for show and sale, food & entertainment. Saturday and Sunday 10:00a.m.-5:00 p.m. (812) 246-5396. www.artspeedpark.com *August 27 - Touch A Truck in Clarksville - Clarksville Town Hall - Touch A Truck returns to the Clarksville Town Hall/Community Center from 10 a.m. to noon. This is a chance for children of all ages to get up close and personal with their favorite big rig, police cars, fire trucks or school bus, and many other vehicles will be on display for children to look at, explore, possibly even climb on or sit in. Admission to Touch A Truck is free. No preregistration is required. If anyone is interested in bringing a truck for display at the event call (812) 283-5313. *August 27 - Yard Sale, Clarksville - Join us for the 12th annual Clarksville Community yard sale which keeps getting bigger each year. You provide the used goodies and we provide the 12' X 20' space and advertising. Vendors may purchase more than one space. If you would like to be close to another vendor please register together. Food vendors or commercial vendors not permitted. Tables & chairs not provided. Rain or shine. Concessions will be provided by the Optimist Club of Clarksville. The Touch A Truck children's program will take place during the yard sale.
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