JANUARY 2008 |
January
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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MARCH 2008 |
March
Wild Game Night Dining @ Natural Bridge State Park
Enjoy a traditional mouth watering assortment of “Kentucky Proud” wild game. This event will be so popular that it will be served from noon to 8:00 p.m., non-stop! Entertainment provided by Brushfire in the Hemlock Lodge Lobby.
606.663.2214
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March
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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APRIL 2008 |
April
Exploring Arch Country Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rockhouses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Pre-registration required. $15 fee. Natural Bridge State Park.
606.663.2214
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April
Wildflower Weekend
The Natural Bridge area is home to hundred of species of native plants; enjoy them with other botanists, gardeners and nature lovers during the longest running celebration of native flora in Kentucky. Field trips are geared for al levels of participation. Fee applies.
606.663.2214
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April
Hawaiian Luau @ Natural Bridge State Park
Celebrate Hawaiian cuisine with a traditional whole roasted pig and lots of pineapple and coconuts. Enjoy quality time with the family at this fun filled event.
606.663.2214
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April
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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MAY 2008 |
May 2 & 3
Annual Ky. Friends of Bluegrass Spring Festival
Annual outdoor bluegrass music festival featuring well known bluegrass artists. Held at Meadowgreen Park in Clay City.
606.663.9008
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May 2 & 3
Herpetology Weekend
Learn about the nature’s most misunderstood critters! Experienced herpetologists will lead field trips into the Red River Gorge to observe reptiles and amphibians in their native habitat. Collection is prohibited. Demonstrations will include live venomous snakes! On site registration fee is $5 adult, $2 child.
606.663.2214
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May 8-11
Patriot Days
Annual event held at the Clay City Park designed to promote patriotism and pride in community and country. Festival features parade, vendors, music, entertainment, food, rides, wrestling match, contests and pageants.
606.663.0987 or 606.481.0393
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May 9 & 10
Gristmill & Old Engine Weekend
View gristmill displays and large display of old engines in operation. Held at the Red River Historical Museum, Main Street in Clay City. Sample event food favorites: soup beans, corn bread, and apple pie. Sponsored by the Red River Historical Society/Museum and the Kentucky Old Mill Association.
606.663.9930
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May 24
Tree & Shrub Identification
Does taller mean older? Is it a shrub or a tree? Come enjoy learning the answers to these and many other questions. Gladie Cultural Environmental Center in the Red River Gorge.
606-663-8100
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May 10
Migratory Bird Day Walk
Red River Gorge.
606.663.8100
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JUNE 2008 |
June 7
Fishing Derby
Share the laughter as a big one is hooked and a little one tries to reel it in. Event for children, ages 5-15.
606.663.8100
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June
12, 13 14
WBFC Annual Praise Gathering
Eastern Kentucky’s biggest gospel singing. Country, Southern, Contemporary and Bluegrass Gospel Praise Gathering featuring nationally known artists.
606.663.6631
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June 14 & 15
Pedals & Blooms Bicycle Festival
Multi-county three day festival celebrating the return of local son Joe Bowen from his 16 month, 14,000 mile bike trip across America. Arts, crafts, food, live entertainment.
606.663.1161
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June 14
Exploring Arch Country Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for guided hikes throughout Kentucky's land of the arches. You'll get a good look at the area's rugged cliff lines, rockhouses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Pre-registration required. $15 fee. Natural Bridge State Park.
606.663.2214
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June 14
Watchable Wildlife
Enjoy watching wildlife as deer prance through the forest and hawks soar above you. Gladie Cultural Environmental Center.
606.663.8100
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June 21
Medicinal Plants
Nature’s Grocery Store. Gladie Cultural Environmental Center.
606.663.8100
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JULY 2008 |
July 12
“Exploring the Arches” Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for these guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rock houses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Destinations include White’s Branch Arch, Whittleton Arch, Kentucky’s Natural Bridge and many other lesser known geological formations in the area. Fee applies.
606.663.2214
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AUGUST 2008 |
August 2 & 3
Stanton Corn Festival
Annual festival held the first full weekend in August. Features hand-crafted items exclusively, on-site craft demonstrations, car show, games for kids, food, live entertainment, local/guest talent and pageants. Stanton City Park.
606.663.2271
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August 9
“Exploring the Arches” Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for these guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rock houses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Destinations include White’s Branch Arch, Whittleton Arch, Kentucky’s Natural Bridge and many other lesser known geological formations in the area. Fee applies.
606.663.2214
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August 19
Old Photo Exhibit @ Gladie Creek
An extensive exhibit of 19th century Red River Gorge photography. Gladie Cultural Environmental Center.
606.663.8100
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OCTOBER 2008 |
October
4, 11, 18, 25
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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October 11
“Exploring the Arches” Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for these guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rock houses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Destinations include White’s Branch Arch, Whittleton Arch, Kentucky’s Natural Bridge and many other lesser known geological formations in the area. Fee applies.
606.663.2214
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October 11
Old Time Crafts Day
Demonstrations of the old art of making sorghum from sugar cane grown in the Red River Gorge. Demonstrations and hands-on participation in crafts of the earth 19th century. Gladie Cultural Environmental Center, Red River Gorge. 9:00 a.m.
606-663-8100 or 606-663-2852
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October 18
Log Brands of the Red River Gorge
606.663.8100
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NOVEMBER 2008 |
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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DECEMBER 2008 |
December
6, 13, 20, 27
Concert Meadowgreen Park Music Hall
Located on KY 82, near Clay City, Meadowgreen Park was built exclusively for the preservation and performance of Bluegrass Music. Top Bluegrass performers are complimented by appearances of local groups. Live performances Saturday nights, October through May.
606.663.9008
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December 6
“Exploring the Arches” Guided Hikes
For the adventurous only! Join a naturalist for these guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rock houses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Destinations include White’s Branch Arch, Whittleton Arch, Kentucky’s Natural Bridge and many other lesser known geological formations in the area. Fee applies.
606.663.2214
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December 13-14
Winter Bird Weekend
Join naturalists and experienced birders on hikes throughout Natural Bridge State Park and the Red River Gorge Geological Area. Or, watch the bird feeders from the park's dining room and help the naturalists get an idea of the numbers and species of birds that call this area home in the winter.
606.663.2214
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