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june // july 17 Publisher/Creative Director Jason Tanner jason@tannerwest.com Editor in Chief Danny May danny@tannerpublishing.com

from the editor

It’s summer 2017 and Henderson Family Magazine is

rapidly approaching the one year mark of being part of the Henderson community. Can you believe it? We hope you have enjoyed content thus far, as Henderson

Managing Editor Brittany Ross brittany@tannerpublishing.com Advertising Sales Brock Quinton brock@tannerpublishing.com Robert Williams robert@tannerpublishing.com Layout Design Andrea Roberson

Family staff, writers, photographers, and I have all had so much fun helping tell the meaningful stories of your daily lives. In the June/July issue, we are highlighting Henderson festivals, events, and outstanding food – all in one place! I don't want what to hear that there is "nothing to do in Henderson," because we've got so many upcoming events this summer including the W.C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival in June, the Henderson County Fair, and the Sandy Lee Songwriters Festival both in July, to name a few.

Graphic Design Jamie Alexander Taylor West Contributors Ron Burkins A.J. Casey Amanda Curlin Erika Henderson Donna Stinnett Amanda Waggener Contact Information Henderson Family Magazine

Also, be sure to check out stories on Henderson’s own Little Mr. and Miss Kentucky (they are adorable), Henderson Flash, Henderson’s collegiate baseball team, and a feature story on Henderson Area Arts Alliance Executive Director Alex Caudill. As always, thank you to everyone who submitted story ideas, keep them coming!

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Thank you to the great group of businesses & organizations who advertise with us. If you want to contribute to the success of our magazine, we would love to hear from you and will work

Brittany Ross Managing Editor

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the buzz

Kids in the East End neighborhood participate in the first art class held at Audubon Kid Zone.

KIDS GET A CHANCE TO CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENT AT CENTRAL PARK, AKZ Kids were in the spotlight recently in a couple of different areas of the City. When it came time to celebrate it was raining, but that didn’t stop the entire student body of Jefferson Elementary School from parading through Central Park on Friday, March 31, for a brief “pep rally.” The school was celebrating the achievement of being named “Leader In Me, Lighthouse School.”

Meanwhile, across town a few days earlier, Audubon Kids Zone held its first art class after starting the programming at the neighborhood center located at the corner of Powell and Letcher streets. AKZ was opened in mid-December, but it took a few week into the year to get programming in the building up and running. AKZ was also the recipient of some volunteer work on One Life Church's "City Serve Day" in March.

Mother’s Day provided theme for first guided walking tour of season The Depot Community Room started its summer program of guided walking tours in April and participants were treated to a portrayal of Mother’s Day founder Mary Towles Sasseen Wilson and her grandfather (Maddie Fritz and Tom Jake) on the porch of the South Main Street home where she lived. The guided tours are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month through November starting at 10 a.m. and leaving from The Depot Community Room at 101 N. Water St. on the Henderson riverfront. Each tour has a theme. The schedule for this summer is: June 3: Historical African-American Business District. July 1: Tobacco History (indoor presentation). Aug. 5: Taste of Henderson. Sept. 2: Audubon Sculpture Tour. Nov. 4: Henderson’s Military History. Special tours requiring a ticket include: Sept. 16: Fernwood Cemetery Tour. Oct. 7: Gangster Pub Crawl. Oct. 28: Spooks and Legends Tour. The Depot Community Room is located at 101 N. Water St. and houses historical exhibits and displays. 8 HENDERSON FAMILY

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SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS TAKE A BREATH TO OBSERVE VOLUNTEERISM Mayor Austin visited the Habitat for Humanity of Henderson office to deliver a proclamation. Local governments are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to address challenges at a time of fiscal constraint. Several AmeriCorps and Senior Corps members serve in Henderson providing vital support to local residents. His proclamation recognized the positive impact of national service, thanked those who serve and encouraged citizens to give back.

Other groups and projects received special recognition this spring. The exterior lighting of the Henderson Municipal Center, 222 First St., was turned blue for National Autism Awareness Month during April, and the group Experiencing Autism Together was recognized for their efforts at a Board of Commissioners meeting. April was also recognized as Fair Housing Month, which was also recognized by the city commission as well as with a special luncheon on April 12 featuring remarks by Mary Ann Taylor from the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights.

Community noting “Great War” centennial “Henderson and the Great War,” a project spearheaded by several local citizens and underwritten by the Friends of the Henderson County Public Library, was kicked off on April 6 (the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I). The project will commemorate local and national involvement in World War I. A number of activities are planned, including presentations, traveling displays, and children’s programs. The public is invited to participate. The Henderson County Public Library Genealogy Department is leading an effort to create a digital repository of items related to WWI, as a unique part of the “Henderson and the Great War” project. The public is invited to bring any WWI-related material, like letters, pictures, or uniforms, to the library for digital scanning or photographing during the normal genealogy department hours and on selected dates at the Community Room at the Depot. Any known information about the items scanned or photographed will also be recorded so that future generations can understand the efforts of local citizens who were involved in the Great War. The planning group was recognized during a city commission meeting in March.

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Fire Department launches ‘Hey, Sparky’ video series The Henderson Fire Department has a new project -- safety videos that will answer questions submitted from elementary school children featuring everyone’s favorite Dalmatian, Sparky. These Public Service Announcement-style messages will be called “Hey Sparky” videos. The videos are intended to answer questions that elementary school students may have about safety and have them answered with Sparky’s help! This is how the #heysparky videos work: A student brings a safety question to their teachers or principal and those administrators relay it to the Fire Department through Facebook Messenger (or directly on HFD’s Facebook wall).

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As questions come in, HFD will use these questions to decide which #heysparky topic will be created next. They anticipate releasing one #heysparky video per month. The first video in the #heysparky series covers space heater safety. Please watch this video and share it with children and discuss the safety issue presented with them. Then, explain to them that if they have any safety related questions, they should present them to their teacher and get it answered in a future video.

Henderson Family Magazine is excited to announce our brand new website, HendersonFamilyMagazine.com! All of the community stories from each issue of Henderson Family Magazine will be posted on the site, along with a distribution map with all the locations where copies of the magazines can be picked up. Other popular features like "Kids Eat Free" and Event Calendar can be found right on our website as well. We hope you like the site. Please share it with your friends and family. And as always, thanks to our faithful advertisers whose support allows Henderson Family Magazine to be a FREE publication for the people of Henderson. Enjoy!

City plants new trees for Arbor Day celebration The City of Henderson designated a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation, added to its tree inventory on Friday, April 28, during a celebration of Arbor Day. The annual ceremony took place in Sunset Park on Henderson's riverfront with the planting of two trees near the playground area. The Parks and Recreation Department also announced

the winners of its Arbor Day coloring contest. In another national observance, the Parks and Recreation Department hosted a “Day of Play” open house at the John F. Kennedy Community Center on May 20. The public was invited to meet the staff and the Center’s instructors and to participate in special activities, including games.

Donna Stinnett is the Public Information Officer with the City of Henderson.

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PHOTO BY DARRIN PHEGLEY

SERVING THE

COMMUNITY is my nature

had Patterson is many things to many people; he's a father, husband, friend, and an industrial construction foreman. That's his

day job, but his identity shines through when he puts on his uniform as a Volunteer Fireman for the Zion Volunteer Fire Department. Chad has been with the department for over 15 years. Chad's association with the Zion VFD, however, dates back even further.

“I grew up in the house right next to the fire

department as a kid, and both my mom and dad got involved with the fire department. When I turned 16, I became a junior firefighter, and when I turned 18, I joined the department."

While most people are taught to run from trouble

and danger, firemen do the opposite. They hurry to the problem. "In my case, I grew up with it,” says Chad. “I learned early on that’s what you do…that’s kind of second nature to me to want to help.”

Fighting fires is not for the faint of heart, as there

are times rescue efforts can be heart-wrenching.

“It doesn’t matter who the person is, what they may

have done, whether the person is on drugs or drunk, you are there to help them at that moment. Everybody gets the same treatment no matter who that person is.” Firemen put themselves in extremely dangerous situations for others. Chad recalls fighting a structure fire with another fireman in Niagara.

"The sheet

rock from the ceiling above came down from the water we were spraying, hitting us both in the back.” Fortunately, they both got out safe.

These guys have seen the worst of the worst, yet

find the resolve to keep going. “If we open those doors and roll out on that front pad and flip those lights on, it’s someone’s worst day that they’ve had, ever. If we only used the trucks and equipment for training that would suit me fine, but that’s not the case.”

Chad wouldn’t let me call him a hero or a life

saver. He would rather be called a servant. Chad’s perspective was eye-opening. He believes it is not only his sacrifice for the greater good, but also the sacrifice of families connected with firefighters.

It’s safe to say that firefighting is in Chad Patterson’s

blood, and serving his community is Chad’s nature.

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HENDERSON’S OWN

Little Mr. and Miss Kentucky

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ive-year-old Millie Jones and six-year-old

Miss Pageant. Do you mind if Walker is in it with

Walker Trammel, of Henderson, aren't just

her? That's how it started," Lisa says.

a couple of pretty faces. Millie loves to color

"But we thought he was just going to be there to

and make crafts. She aspires to become a singer

escort her," adds Kim. "I didn't realize he was going

one day when she grows up. Walker wants to be an

to be a contestant! When we got to the fair, I was

"army soldier" and get “more trophies” in his other

asked to provide his birth certificate. I didn’t have

endeavors.

it.”

The daughter of Chad and Lisa Jones and son

“This is how we became besties," Lisa giggles.

of Chris and Kim Trammel hold the reigning title

Kim continues, “Chris was at home looking

of Little Mr. and Miss Henderson County Fair. The

in our safe for Walker’s birth certificate because

two later went on to the Kentucky State Fair Pageant,

basically if we couldn't find it, we would ruin Millie's

held in Louisville, Kentucky, last summer and won

life because if she doesn't have a Mister, then she

the title of Little Mr. and Miss Kentucky County

would be disqualified. We ended up finding a copy,

Fair.

but weren’t able to officially register him until about

20 minutes before the pageant started!”

Millie and Walker have been lifelong friends.

"They've always been buddies since their preschool

days at Busy Bees," says Kim. Millie, a petite little

were crowned the winners.

girl with sandy blonde hair and a sweet smile, and

Walker, a little boy with stunningly bright eyes

When we walked on the stage, my Mommy was so

which peep through his long dark lashes, enjoy

proud."

doing pageants together as it gives them some extra

time to see one another. They don’t have as much

Christmas Parade. I have about four or three crowns.

time together as they once had now that they have

I wear them in pageants and in parades that I do."

graduated from Busy Bees and attend different

schools.

Millie attends Bend Gate Elementary

as are their moms. “There’s nothing that I don’t

where she has just finished up her kindergarten year.

like. I want to be in more pageants because I like

Walker attends Holy Name and is also headed for

jewelry,” exclaims Millie. Walker isn’t so sure about

first grade this fall.

his future with pageants. However, he did admit that

What ended with smiles big enough to win a

he had a good time and loved getting “a big huge

beauty contest almost didn’t happen at all thanks to

trophy” that he then followed by showing its size

a miscommunication at the Henderson County Fair

with his outstretched arms. He even acknowledged a

Pageant that preceded it.

compliment given about his beautiful eyes by saying,

“Thanks, my daddy has good eyes too.”

“I said Millie’s going to be in the Little Mr. and

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Fortunately, it all ended well, and the young pair Walker interjected, "We walked on the stage.

Millie chimes in, "We've done the Henderson

The youngsters are new to the pageant world,

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"We just did the Henderson pageant for fun," Lisa says. "They

kids run around and play at the fair. Lots of the other kids were told

were the youngest in their division which went up to 7-year-olds.

to sit still in the room and not get dirty. We had fun with our kids

So, when they won I was like “Hey Kim, we are going to be going to

though. When it (was their turn), we just went and got their clothes

Louisville for (the) state (pageant)!"

out of our car. I had Millie’s dress covered in a trash bag,” Lisa

laughs as she recalls the day.

"I had no idea," says Kim. "I didn't know what I signed up for, but

he loved it, and they have had fun."

will also be in Louisville for the 2017 State Fair Pageant to crown the

Since winning the Little Mr. and Miss pageants, the two have

made some local appearances to represent their new titles. "They've gone to the courthouse, then the breakfast at the Christmas parade and went to a couple of other pageants so they could pass out stuff," says Kim.

In Louisville, the state pageant had couples from 78 counties

represented. Each couple was assigned an escort to walk them around to their required events for the day. Kaci Givens, 2016 Miss Henderson County Fair, was Millie and Walker's escort. The parents were not allowed to be present at some of the events including the interview portion of the pageant. Kaci made sure the pair safely got to where their scheduled dictated. The state pageant in Louisville is on a larger scale than the local county’s pageants. The county fair pageants have a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the state fair pageants. Lisa and Kim’s focus was letting Millie and Walker have fun and enjoy it all. They did notice, however, that they were in the minority as most of the pageant moms were “super serious.”

"We walked in, and there were people with wagons full of pageant

clothes. It reminded me of the show, Toddlers & Tiaras. We let our

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The pair will be back at this year’s Henderson County Fair and

new Little Mr. and Miss winners. While their mothers discussed their experience, Millie and Walker snickered and chased each other around the table. They may have crowns, sashes, and trophies to prove their success, but for today they just act like kids.

Lisa and Kim are grateful for how last year’s pageants not only

offered their children new opportunities and experiences but are also grateful for the bond of friendship that has formed between them.

“I think I gained a new, really good friend out of this deal,” Lisa

says with a grin to which Kim replies, “I’ll second that.”

If you would like to see Millie and Walker in action one more

time be sure to attend this year’s Henderson County Fair Little Mr. and Miss Pageant slated for July 8th and at the Little Miss and Mister Kentucky County Fair Pageant in Louisville in August.

Amanda Waggener is a blogger for the Huffington Post, author of No Grit No Pearl blog site and is a native of Henderson. She and her husband are the parents of two teenagers who they are raising with as much zeal as they can muster.

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he Henderson Area Arts Alliance (HAAA) was designed to enrich the community, educate the children and provide inspiration to all, and that is exactly what Alex Caudill intends to do. Alex is bringing energy, excitement, and high ambitions to the Henderson area as the new HAAA director. He says he is not intimidated by long hours or hard work, and is ready to give Henderson all he has. Alex is a longtime resident, whose ancestors helped found Henderson. His roots run deep in Henderson, and he even attended Holy Name School where his mom, Jackie Caudill, has been a teacher for twenty-nine years. His passions for the arts began there during his 8th-grade year when his mother insisted he perform in a play she was helping direct. "My mom was big in the arts and always encouraged the family to participate," he explains. "I didn't want to be in the play, but I did it anyways and ended up loving it! Before 8th grade, I was a loner, but getting on stage really helped bring me out of my shell. I got bit by the theater bug, and I’ve been

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involved with the arts ever since." Alex was the president of the Henderson County High School drama club and even directed a play right after high school with his now fiancé, Brenna Jewell. It was a studentproduced show that cast local parts. "We produced it, directed it, and actually made some money from it at 18 years old. It was a lot of fun," he adds. Alex continued his education and love for the arts at Georgetown College in Kentucky. Alex recalls, “Georgetown was a small and private, liberal arts school where I was able to be involved with everything and excel. I loved it! I was the only person in my senior class who participated in every single production in the theater all four years. I built the sets, painted them, ran the lights and sound boards, hung the lights, and performed on stage. I was exposed to all the different elements of theatre, and it was an incredible experience for me. I was also the president of the “Maskrafters," the oldest collegiate theatre troupe in the state of Kentucky. It was an honor for HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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me to be their president, serve in that role, and lead my fellow students.” John Quincy Adams once stated, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” Well, Alex has only been in the HAAA director position since December, and his leadership skills are already at work. He is currently working on a three to fiveyear plan, and he is not afraid to ask for help. He has a great support system in place, and he has no problem delegating. Alex is dedicated and ready to do whatever he can to help promote and support the arts in the Henderson area. “I’ve talked with the people of Henderson to discover their desires and hopes for the arts, and they want bigger names, more acoustic shows, Christian artists, country musicians, family shows, bluegrass, and more opera/Broadway shows," Alex reveals. Alex wants to help promote the local artists and says HAAA is behind them 100% by providing grants for the affiliate arts to help support them in whatever they do. “We are an umbrella organization for all the artists in the Henderson, Union and Webster counties, and we help fund community events such as the Handy Fest.” Alex further explains, “The majority of the funding comes from donations. We have over 200 supporters, corporate sponsors, and individuals who donate anywhere from $5 to $5,000. So, when people donate to

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us to do our work, it goes through us, and then back out into the community in so many ways. People just don’t realize how much is going back into the community when they purchase a ticket. They are actually helping us educate and inspire others in the community.” HAAA helps educate in the arts by bringing performers from all over to perform in the schools and other organizations. Many performers have contracts stating they agree to include some type of educational component while performing in the area. They recently did this with Dance Kaleidoscope and were able to perform for the Women’s Addiction Recovery Manor (WARM) Center and the Gathering Place, a senior center in Henderson. Alex explains, “Thanks to the generosity of donors that sponsored the program, we were able to reach those facilities that would not have had the means or chance to see the performing arts.” Alex is bringing a fresh face to the HAAA, and he has big plans for the future. So, get ready because the HAAA has a great season planned for 2017-2018 which kicks off in September. Alex encourages you to buy season tickets because it’s going to be a season full of surprises! HF

Erika Henderson is a freelance writer and life-long resident of Henderson County. She's a nature lover and enjoys cooking, baking, and growing her own food.

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FLASH { by: a.j. casey }

aseball is a game of situations: bottom of the

In the 1900's, Henderson had a baseball team in

ninth, bases loaded. One pitch to go on a perfect

the old Kitty League. The Kitty League was short

game. We relish in the moment.

for the K-I-T League, or Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee

Henderson will soon have its chance to experience

League, a Class D level of professional baseball. That

its own moments with the Henderson Flash. In June

K-I-T eventually disbanded, thus creating the Ohio

and July Henderson will be host to the flash for its

Valley League.

inaugural year in the Ohio Valley Summer Collegiate

familiar to many readers, in a different context, as

Wooden Bat League. Cubb Stokes, the president

the City High Flash. A bygone era of Henderson

of the Ohio Valley League is very proud to add the

when it had multiple high schools. To further tie in

eighth team: the Henderson Flash. "It’s our mission

some historical context, the all-star-game (Henderson

to keep growing and developing collegiate athletes

Flash will be in the Eastern Division of the Ohio

in pursuit of their dreams to become professional

Valley League) will be held at League Stadium in

baseball players." Henderson has been on Ohio Valley

Huntingburg, Indiana on July 9 where part of A League

League's radar for a while. Not only for its proximity

of Their Own was filmed. All these facts highlight the

but also for its history.

Flash's desire to become a part of the community by

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Additionally, "Flash" may sound

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not only bridging the past to the present but looking

I'd be an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;idiot' if I didn't hire him." Bolin laughs,

forward to the future.

"It was a no-brainer, I had an opportunity to bring

Still, a lot of pieces had to come together for Clay

in a guy who has been in the game for a long time

Bolin, the owner and president of the Henderson

and that had a lot of success." It certainly helps that

Flash to get the team ready for this summer season.

they get along so well. Because after Arndt there's

One of the first pieces of the puzzle was to find a

still many more pieces to put together.

manager. When he began the nationwide search for

a manager, one name immediately stood out from

must be enrolled in college. All are NCAA-caliber

the rest: J. D. Arndt, current coach at Centre College

players who use this opportunity as a "masterclass"

in Danville, Kentucky. "I needed to make sure I hit a

in baseball. Over two months, they play forty games

home run," says Bolin. "When I saw Arndt's resume,

including an all-star game and the playoffs. Players

his experience level was twenty-five years coaching

from the Ohio Valley League and other wooden bat

in both college and professional baseball in semi-

leagues have furthered their careers on minor and

pro ball were unbelievable. I talked to a couple of

major league teams. Arndt said that coaching is

references, two professional major league scouts

about "strengthening the abilities of the players." He

and assistant coach at Kentucky, and they told me

wants to get to know the players and help them grow

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Players are recruited from across the country and

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into better baseball players. For him,

won't want to miss. Not only are you

it's about the fundamentals and the

watching high-quality baseball from

intensive nature of the Wooden Bat

potential professional players, but

League that gets him excited. Plus,

the whole night will be entertaining.

there’s the opportunity of building a

Bolin is already planning several

team from the beginning.

promotional nights including one for

For many players, this is their first

PCMA (youth recreational baseball

time with a wooden bat. The wooden

league) players and a Henderson City

bat changes the game by narrowing

High Reunion night. At the reunion

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the sweet spot on the bat. Baseball

night, players will wear throwback

is such a skill sport anyway, but fans

jerseys that will be auctioned off to

All games are played at B.T. Wayne Field at Henderson County High School at 2424 Zion Road and begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for kids 18 & younger. Season tickets are $100.

will see a lot of fundamentals. There

benefit a scholarship program.

will be stealing and bunting and lots of "small ball," (a strategy placing runners on bases and advancing

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them into scoring position for a run.)

An interesting and unique aspect

of the Wooden Bat League is host families.

Over the two months in

their "summer home," families from

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the area offer their homes for the

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players to stay. It's a great opportunity

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to form lasting relationships. Even

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Arndt, while coaching in the minor

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and major leagues, had host families

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that he says he still communicates

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with to this day.

It's a unique

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opportunity to form life-long bonds

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and further instills the players into

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the community.

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Other teams in the Ohio Valley League have brought in a large

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number of spectators and fans to

Contact Clay Bolin at 270-748-1508

the stadiums.

If you've been to a minor or major

league game, you'll notice all the things happening between innings. Children may be invited onto the field, free giveaways for fans, and other exciting events.

In the end, why wouldn't you want

to grab a hot dog on a cool summer night to watch some high-quality baseball and have a family-friendly outing in your community?

If you cannot make it to the games

at B. T. Wayne Field at Henderson County High School, tune into WSON on 860 AM, 96.5 FM, and wsonradio.com.

The first (away)

game on June 1 in Dubois County will be broadcasted on the air. Also, WSON will broadcast each home

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QUESTIONS?

Henderson Flash

promises it will be an event you

game.

A. J. Casey owns his own video production business, AJKC, and aspires to be a filmmaker. He co-hosts Jam in Henderson on WSON. He is married to his lovely and talented wife, Megan Mortis.

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DOWNTOWN WIND DOWN

HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR

The Downtown Henderson Partnership is collaborating with Henderson Farmers Market to present Downtown Wind Down, an event that showcases the many benefits of local food and sustainable agriculture but also highlights the creative talents of our local artisans. Each Thursday evening in June and July (except June 15) from 4-8pm Downtown Wind Down will be held at the beautiful riverfront Audubon Mill Park. As your week winds down this summer, enjoy this family friendly event featuring a diverse selection of specialty products along with live music and food trucks.

Henderson’s own county fair includes carnival rides, games, tractor pulls, and plenty of entertainment for the whole family! Located at the Henderson County Fairgrounds. For more information about events related to the fair, visit hendersonkycountyfair.com.

Thursday evenings in June and July

W.C. HANDY BLUES AND BARBECUE FESTIVAL June 14 – June 17

Held every summer the week before Father’s Day in beautiful Audubon Mill Park in Henderson, KY, the W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival has become one of the largest free music festivals in the nation, drawing attendants from all over the world. Check out the full line-up schedule at handyblues.org.

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION July 4

Downtown Henderson Partnership invites you to the riverfront in downtown Henderson for delicious food, children’s activities, terrific music and topped off with an outstanding fireworks show!

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July 20 – 25

SANDY LEE SONGWRITER FESTIVAL July 26 – July 29

Get up close with Nashville Songwriters and hear the stories behind the country hits that you know and love. This festival takes place at various downtown venues within walking distance of the Henderson riverfront. Small intimate venues make this festival great for artistic expression and appreciation. Downtown street parking is free after 5pm and on weekends. Free 2-hour parking is available throughout the week. Visit sandyleesongfest.com for more information on the award-winning songwriters, ticket information, and festival updates.

BLUEGRASS IN THE PARK Aug. 11 & 12

One of Henderson’s popular free summer music festivals. Bluegrass in the Park & Folklife music prides itself on sharing musical heritage and tradition in an upbeat and exciting outdoor venue overlooking the

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Henderson riverfront. Grab a couple of lawn chairs and enjoy a weekend of foot tappin’ bluegrass music! Downtown parking is free after 5pm and on weekends.

HOLY NAME SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL Sept. 8 & 9

This festival is open to the entire community and features family-friendly activities like food booths, carnival rides, games, face painting, fish fry, chicken & pork chop dinners, a haunted house, family bingo, an auction, and much, much more!

YES WE CAN DIVERSITY PARADE Sept. 16

This parade is more than just an event on your calendar of things to do with your family or friends. Similar to most parades, it is a celebration. But the reason for this particular parade is unique to Henderson. The reason for this parade is to celebrate the diversity of our town.

DHP FALL ARTISAN MARKET Oct. 21

Join us for the DHP Fall Artisan Market in beautiful Audubon Mill Park on the banks of the Ohio River in historic downtown Henderson! The DHP Artisan Market works to build a strong local economy, support small businesses and artists, and celebrate our community. This event, under the oversight of the Downtown Henderson Partnership, introduces residents and visitors to a diverse selection of local products. Shop for unique handmade goods, enjoy live entertainment, and spend the day in our charming downtown.

DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN PARADE AND TRICK-OR-TREATING Oct. 31

As a way to provide the community with a safe Halloween, the downtown retailers and business offices will be handing out treats. The trick-or-treating will begin at 3pm and continue until 5pm. At 5pm, the Halloween Parade will begin.

ART HOP GALLERY SHOW & SALE Nov. 3

This unique and popular event is the perfect evening out as Tri-State artists display their wonderful original works of art for the community to view as well as purchase.

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK Dec. 1 – Dec. 31

Christmas in the Park offers a fun, free place for children to view Christmas lights and decorations, ride in Santa’s sleigh and meet Santa himself in Central Park. Meet Santa Saturdays 11am-3pm and Sundays 1-3pm.

TRI-FEST April 2018

Breakfast Lions Club Tri-Fest is a weekend-long familyfriendly event held in downtown Henderson. Enjoy rides, games, live entertainment and local non-profit food vendors.

OHIO VALLEY BIRDING FESTIVAL April & May 2018

The Ohio Valley Birding Festival is an Evansville Audubon Society event featuring guided spring migratory birdwatching hikes in southwestern Indiana and western Kentucky along with family friendly birding activities at John James Audubon Park in Henderson.

DHP SPRING ARTISAN MARKET May 2018

Join us for the DHP Spring Artisan Market in beautiful Audubon Mill Park on the banks of the Ohio River in historic downtown Henderson! The DHP Artisan Market works to build a strong local economy, support small businesses and artists, and celebrate our community. This event, under the oversight of the Downtown Henderson Partnership, introduces residents and visitors to a diverse selection of local products. Shop for unique handmade goods, enjoy live entertainment, and spend the day in our charming downtown. HF

*All festival information obtained from hendersonky.org/event.

VISIT OWENSBORO FOR THESE UPCOMING SUMMER FESTS: ROMP BIG O MUSIC FESTIVAL June 22-25

July 16

The annual ROMP Festival, the 4-day bluegrass and Americana music fest held at Yellow Creek Park, is best known for its stellar line-ups, friendly camping atmosphere, and easy access to artists. Original arts and crafts, farm-to-table healthy food vendors, and professionally-led children’s activities (including a spray park and playgrounds), endear audiences to ROMP.

The Big O Music Fest, the best time in Owensboro, features some of the top names in country music and is held annually at Reid’s Orchard. Featuring headliner Cole Swindell with Colt Ford, Dylan Scott, and more.

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community PHOTO BY GEORGE HENDERSON

Breakfast Lions Club

Tri-Fest 30 YEARS OF GIVING BACK { by: brittany ross }

his year, Tri-Fest was held April 21, 22, and 23 in downtown Henderson. With weather conditions not ideal due to cold temperatures and rain, Tri-Fest went on

without a hitch, as it has for the last 30 years.

Hendersonians say they attend Tri-Fest for a variety of reasons,

including the carnival rides, live music, to run the 5k/10 race, people watch, or, of course, the food. Strolling down the four

says. “And for the past 30 years, one of the reasons they wanted to develop the Tri-Fest was so that they could create a way they could give back to more than one organization.”

Jennifer says not only do nonprofit organizations benefit from

operating their own food booths during Tri-Fest weekend, but they also can get a nonprofit grant from the money the Breakfast Lions Club collects from ride ticket sales and booth rentals.

blocks on Main Street, foodies can get a variety of items including

chocolate covered bacon from Henderson General Baptist Church,

grants, and that does count the money that each booth makes over

a brain sandwich from Missions of America, and have a famous

the weekend on sales. It's really about how we can help nonprofits

lemon shakeup from the Corydon or Henderson City Lions Clubs.

and how much we can be involved,” Jennifer says.

A few organizations impacted by Tri-Fest over the years

However, many people that have frequented Tri-Fest many not

“We’ve given nearly $700,000 over the past 30 years in small

realize its economic impact on the Henderson community.

include the Henderson County Humane Society, Henderson

In 1987, Tri-Fest was started by the Breakfast Lions Club

Area Arts Alliance, the Volunteer and Information Center, Junior

to support local nonprofit organizations. This reason, alone, is

Achievement, Henderson County Schools, Henderson Christian

something Breakfast Lions Club member Jennifer Preston says is

Community Outreach, the Father Bradley Shelter, and Habitat for

the reason why the club has put countless hours into planning and

Humanity of Henderson.

implementing Tri-Fest in Henderson over the years.

construct homes for community members in need of decent

“Tri-Fest is about community, church, and schools,” Jennifer

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Habitat for Humanity of Henderson, whose mission is to

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housing, has planned and implemented

have a good Friday at all (due to rain),

the annual 5k/10k race for the past nine

Saturday was a little bit chilly, but Sunday,

years. The race, which Habitat’s Executive

the sun was out, and it was crowded. So,

Director Britney Smith says has become

mother nature didn’t cooperate, but we

one of Habitat’s largest fundraisers, helped

were still able to make it work with a good

the organization raise $10,607.64 this year.

Sunday.”

“We are so thankful to the Breakfast

Rich says he has been in the club for

Lions Club for letting us be part of Tri-

ten years and says the reason why he does

Fest weekend,” Britney said. “The race

this year after year is very personal to him.

is our biggest fundraising event, and it’s

a physical representation of how many

actually happen at Tri-Fest,” Rich says

people in Henderson help Habitat build

with tears in his eyes. “A few years ago, I

houses, build hope, and change lives in

left Tri-Fest after we closed and I had to

Henderson.” Overall,

Breakfast

Lions

Club

President Rich Foster said the club raised less this year than in previous years due to cold temperatures and rain. However, Rich says he is still proud of the impact it will have on the community.

“This year’s Tri-Fest was not as good as

some past Tri-Fests because mother nature didn’t cooperate,” Rich says. "We didn't

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“My favorite memory of Tri-Fest didn’t

go to the Dollar General Market to pick up something. I still had my (Lions Club) vest on. When I was in there, I had two strangers, who I didn’t even know, come up to me and thank us. That’s what it means to me.”

Brittany Ross is a proud Hendersonian with Hoosier roots, and is married to her best friend, Christopher. They have two dogs, Yadi and Murphy.

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Colonial Grows Family

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olonial Assisted Living and Colonial Court Independent Living holds a special place in the heart of many in our community of Henderson. It has been home to more than 1,400 seniors since our grand opening on Stadium Drive in 2000. Our staff acknowledges it as our goal to provide the best care and compassion to our residents every day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to not only care for them as friends but more importantly, family. Colonial has been fortunate to grow in Henderson as the need for senior care grows locally and nationally. On March 6, 2017, Colonial opened the doors on our latest project; Colonial Assisted Living, Adams Lane. This additional assisted living community offers a dining room filled with natural light, elegant private dining room, beauty shop, old fashion ice-cream parlor, exercise room, and recreational area that has a pool table, shuffleboard, and card tables. Colonial knows that one of the greatest benefits of moving into assisted living is receiving the friendships and socialization that so many seniors in our community lack, but need so that they can remain active as long as possible. Colonialâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is and always will remain that each resident enjoy life to the fullest, so we have made it our personal goal to continue to provide a secure environment where each resident receives an individualized plan of care to assist them with their daily activities. Our staff is trained to help residents with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, toileting, and transfers to reduce the risk of falls and other health concerns. Also, Colonial provides additional services such as three meals per day, emergency pendant program, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry. Colonial is here to help in any way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Please call Jimmy Blair or Jessica P. Beaven at 270-826-2493 to learn more about short and long-term stays at Colonial! HF

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r parental

control

Q: I have a 12-year-old son and he is so lazy. He never wants to help around the house. He just wants to lay around the house and play video games. I feel like all I do is yell at him and nothing works. How would you handle this?

A: Having a child that age is hard; Walk into North Middle School or South Middle School on any given day, and you will soon discover why this is. A typical teenager is going to test the limits and see how much they can get away with from authority figures. Something I always suggest to parents is to come up with a contract with their children. What I mean by this is to have a contract that says "I will do this and this and this and if I don't I will have this consequence." If you and your son come up with this contract together and he "violates" the agreement, then there is no argument about what the consequence would be because he had some part in creating it. If you want him to have more responsibilities, you have to communicate that to him. Let him know that he will not be allowed to play video games until all of his homework is done, he has completed his chores, and whatever else you desire for him to do each day. It is important for you as a parent to stick to what you say and not give in when he tries to challenge you. I know this is hard after a long day, but it is the only way to show him that you expect certain things from him every day! Eventually, he will understand that you aren't going to allow him to not contribute to your household. If he is motivated by money, you can give him a weekly or monthly

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allowance if he completes all of his chores. This is a way he can learn to manage his money and learn that you have to work for what you want.Â You can let him purchase his new video games himself with the money he earns doing his chores.

Q: I am the mom of twin boys, age 3 and a daughter who is 6. I know that at times, I let them do whatever and I never follow through on anything I say. My husband and I both work full-time. I am not trying to make excuses, but we are tired when we get home. I know my kids think they can get away with whatever. Help me change my ways before it is too late. Â A: Twin toddlers are enough to make any parent tired, you add in a six-yearold and working full-time, and you have your hands full. What I like to stress before anything else is that you have to take care of yourselves before you can efficiently manage your family. If you and your husband don't already, make sure you schedule a regular date night for the two of you. Spending adult-only time together will help both of you with stress management, but also taking care of yourselves individually is going to help too! Find something that you enjoy doing that helps when you are stressed out, this can be exercising, gardening, reading,

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anything that makes you feel calm and DO IT REGULARLY! Encourage your husband to do the same. The theory behind this is that you can't take care of other tiny humans if you aren't taking care of yourself first. If you are less stressed than before, then the little spat over dinner about your children refusing to eat the green beans won't be as big of a deal, and you will be more likely to stick to your guns! You might be giving your children a little more credit than they need in the reasoning department. Your children probably don’t think they can get away with whatever, but they probably just know they want to do what they want to do and don’t understand why you don’t want them doing it. It is important to set certain boundaries and not give in on things you and your husband feel are important, but also just as important to pick your battles! Just remember, most parents think they are failing at being parents at some point. You are not alone!

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Q: What can I do when nothing works for my 6-year-old son? When he gets in trouble, I can take toys away, make him go to his room, timeouts, and nothing works. He acts as if he does not care at all. Help?

A: The most important thing I hear you saying is that you are trying and that is a great start! What I would do first is to see if your son is having these same issues at school. This can help you gauge if this is just a problem with you at home or if it is something a little bit larger. If he has problems at school, you might talk to his teachers and see what effectively works for them at school and go from there. Another very valuable resource here in Henderson are the great pediatricians who can give you some guidance on what to expect from this age and also appropriate punishments. Talk to your son's doctor about the issues you are having and see if they have some guidance for you! The most important thing to consider is that 6-year-olds are starting to find their independence and they are trying to gain

control over more aspects of their lives and with this comes testing their boundaries. You might need to change how you punish your child, for example, timeouts might not work anymore, and he might respond better to something else. If taking away his toys is not working then try taking away playdates or other fun activities he enjoys as a punishment. Make sure you are clearly communicating why he is getting into trouble each time and what he could have done to have a better outcome. Just always be consistent with your punishments. If you give in just one time that might give him the impression that you might give in another time and cause him to push you even more. Consistency is key when parenting children. If they have clear expectations, then they will be less likely to test the boundaries regularly.

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Rockhouse at Wolf 's 31 N Green St | (270) 212-1400 Great service and great food! Four years ago, we brought 20 years of Rockhouse pizza tradition (from our Robards location) to the historic Wolf's downtown location so Rockhouse's unique pizza and strombolis could be closer to town. We have absolutely loved becoming the place where friends and families meet in a relaxed atmosphere. Rockhouse is proud to be family owned and family friendly! Our Monday Night Trivia nights have become very popular, drawing crowds of all ages. We will soon be adding several craft beer selections to add to the fun. Rockhouse at Wolf â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is the perfect place for a family dinner, a small meeting, or a gathering of friends. But keep us in mind when you need a convenient meal for a meeting, corporate order, or large gathering. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be glad to bring pizza, sandwiches, an assortment of wings, and bowls of salad to your event.

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Tacoholics 104 N Water St. | (270) 957-5001

Located in downtown Henderson, Tacoholics offers beautiful views of the Ohio riverfront and Audubon Mills Park through both outdoor seating and window booths along Water Street. In just under a year, we have earned a reputation for traditional, authentic Mexican dishes such as Mexican Street Tacos (yellow corn tortillas filled with steak, grilled chicken beef tongue, or pork) and Sopes (round tortilla topped with vegetables and meat), but we also offer Americanized Mexican recipes that appeal to younger generations. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best of both worlds! Look for several improvements and additions as we approach our one year anniversary. New menu items include: Cochinita Pibil, shredded pork with spices and habaneros for an extra kick, served with a side salad with red onions and cabbage; and Tortas, a sub-like sandwich on telera bread filled with any meats offered in our street tacos. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also adding a permanent roof to our outdoor dining area (where the canopy is). We are also bringing live entertainment back starting in May. Tacoholics is the perfect place to enjoy the weather and great food while listening to live music. Come help us celebrate our anniversary celebration W.C. Handy Fest weekend! HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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Farmer & Frenchman 12522 US-41, Robards, KY | (270) 748-1856 With

Henderson's

bountiful

spring

produce right around the corner, Farmer and Frenchman is gearing up for seasonal additions to the menu. A big part of F&F's mission is to support local agriculture and agritourism because the culinary benefit of fresh local products is invaluable. Everything is homemade including the Frenchman's special dough recipes, stock, sauce, and dressings. Most of the dishes are heirlooms passed down from their grandmothers. Along with European style appetizers and pastas, you'll find Kentucky specials like chicken and dumplings, country ham, steak, and pork chops! You'll be sure to find something that you like on their extensive wine menu – ranging from white to red, sweet to dry, and even some bubbly. Arriving at F&F, you'll first drive past the vineyard next to the original 1940's tobacco barn built by the Farmer's great-grandfather. Next, you'll walk up the wooden deck of the winery & café which overlooks the vineyard and rolling hills.

Inside the tasting room

and café, repurposed tin coupled with the rich-hued cedar makes for a cozy yet modern interpretation of Kentucky style. Hours are 12-9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. There will be live music on select Thursdays. For reservations 270-748-1856. Open year round for weddings, parties, and corporate events; 270-577-8837 to inquire.

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Tom's Smokin Bar-B-Q 1048 Clay St | (270) 827-5338 Homestyle cooking from our family to yours. We got everything you want. Bar-B-Q on the pit, homemade meals in the kitchen, a cozy café with full service, cold drinks, and a grocery selection for all your needs. Eat inside, grab it to go, or call for catering. Tom’s Smokin Bar-B-Q sells chicken, pulled pork, pulled mutton, and ribs by the plate, by the pound, or by the bundle for family dinners and large gatherings. You can also call ahead to special order Bar-B-Q ham, turkey, Boston butt, pork chop or pork steak with advance notice.

Cancun Mexican Restaurant 341 S Green St | (270) 826-0067 At Cancun, our customers always leave satisfied. Always! It’s our goal to serve huge portions for a small price. We take pride in getting the flavors and seasonings just right. Each of our meats – chicken, steak, and seafood - are flavored with their own seasoning blend of spices. Our most popular dishes are Pollo Playa (chicken and rice covered in cheese) which young people love; Burrito Kentucky, a huge burrito that comes with everything; and our classic chimichanga. All dishes come in lunch or dinner portions. Check out our daily lunch specials, which come with a drink. We also provide catering for large events and live music on Thursday nights. HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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J&B Barbecue 48 S Holloway St | (270) 830-0033 Hello. We are John Klein and Barry Burton, known in Henderson as J&B Barbecue. We’ve both enjoyed cooking and barbecuing our entire lives. Once we both retired, we devoted ourselves to serving up the best barbecue in Henderson. We think so, anyway. What started as selling out of East End Hardware grew into catering until we got busy enough to build our storefront at Washington and Holloway. Our dining room is cozy and our pick up window stays busy. We recommend our open pit chicken to first-timers. You might want to finish it off with cherry delight or banana pudding. Come and see us!

Brown Bag Burgers 350 4th St | (270) 212-0403 When you’re craving a HOT meal FAST, better get to Brown Bag! Brown Bag Burgers may be known for our Old Fashioned Burgers, but we are much more than that. Our Famous “Road Food” Fried Chicken is marinated for 24 hours in a special blend of spices and fried up every day by George Markham. We have the Best Breakfast Ever with hash browns made from REAL potatoes. Watch for our daily lunch specials featuring potroast, fish, meatloaf, country fried steak and more. It’s different every day, but always delicious!

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RESTAUR A N T D I R ECTO RY Here is a list of restaurants that Henderson Family Magazine compiled for the festivals, food and fun issue. Full disclosure though: with new restaurants popping up every day, a list like this is difficult to maintain. Openings, closings, and relocations are subject to change. That being said, if you notice any updates we need to make on this list, please email brittany@tannerpublishing.com.

Agaves Mexican Grill Mexican Food 2003 Stapp Drive 270-957-5028

Algonquins Bar and Grill

Unique Menu Item! Roasted Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts

Commonwealth Kitchen + Bar

Denny’s

Seafood/Sandwiches/

1956 US-41

Bar

270-827-2586

108 Second Street 270-212-2133

American Food

213 US-41 S

2130 US-60 E

Brown Bag Burgers American Food

270-826-5482

Applebee’s

350 Fourth Street

Dairiette Grill

Bar & Grill

270-212-0403

American Food

1950 US-41 270-826-9427

Arby’s Fast Food 2067 US-41 270-827-3333

711 Atkinson Street

Cancun Mexican Restaurant Mexican Food 341 S. Green Street 270-826-0067

Delker’s Alley

Cracker Barrel 122 North Elm Street

Pizza/Bar 270-827-4313

American Food

270-826-2401

270-853-5928

Domino’s Pizza Pizza 700 Second Street 270-826-7888

Donut Bank

Donuts/Bakery 2630 US-41 American Food

Dairy Bar

241 S Green Street

270-212-0181

270-826-9860

Dave’s Pizza

DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant

Fried Chicken

Fish/Seafood Fast Food

Pizza

American Food

2036 Madison Street

437 N Green Street

614 N Green Street

930-B N Green Street

270-826-6643

270-826-1929

270-826-8111

270-827-4625

Bangie’s Café

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Eastgate Family Restaurant American Diner 1648 Second Street

Unique Menu Item! Brain Sandwich

270-826-2654

Kelsey G’s Pizza & More

Mandarin House Chinese Food

Pizza

1111 Barrett Blvd.

508 Watson Lane

270-826-3001

270-830-0039

McDonald’s El Ranchero Mexican Food 1759 S Green Street

Golden Glaze Bakery

270-826-1300

Bakery

KFC

Fast Food

Fried Chicken

2053 US-41 N

2236 US-41 N

270-827-1222

270-826-1400

122 S. Green Street 270-826-0800

1347 Washington Street

Farmer & Frenchman

270-826-3008

Italian Food/Winery

Grandy’s

12522 Highway 41 South

American Food

270-748-1856

2005 US-41

Unique Menu Item! Menudo

(beef stomach)

and Cabesa

(roasted head)

270-826-8974

Fazoli’s Hardee’s American Italian

Medina’s (inside Alondra's Mexican Store) Mexican Food 1035 Washington Street 270-830-7130

Metzger’s Tavern

192 Garden Mile Road

Fast Food

Little Caesars Pizza

Burgers, beansoup

270-228-4444

100 N Green Street

Pizza

1000 Powell Street

270-827-0245

506 N Green Street

270-826-9461

270-831-1800

Firedome Pizza

Harley’s Bar and Grill

512 Barrett Blvd

Bar/American Food

270-831-1977

713 N Green Street 270-957-5067

Geneva Store Homemade Soups &

Hunan Restaurant

Sandwiches

Chinese Food

2879 Kentucky 136

1765 S Green Street

270-827-1909

270-827-2229

Mr. B’s Pizza Long John Silver’s

Pizza

Fish/Seafood Fast Food

2611 US-41

1905 US-41

270-826-1111

270-826-4563

Mr. D’s

Los Toribio

American Food

Mexican Food

1435 S Green Street

1647 S Green Street

270-826-2505

270-831-2367

Golden Corral

J&B Barbecue

Mama’s Pizza

New China Restaurant

Buffet

Barbecue

Pizza

Chinese Buffet

1320 N Green Street

48 S Holloway Street

1526 N Green Street

2606 Zion Road

270-869-9310

270-830-0033

270-830-0101

270-830-9438

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Niagara General Store Fish Fry, Home-Cooked Meals

Unique Menu Item! Froglegs

Shoney’s

Taco John’s

American Buffet 2452 US-41 270-830-6555

American Mexican

3953 KY-416

Second Street Treats

270-521-7778

Frozen Yogurt 223 Second Street 270-957-5064

North South Truck Stop Café Flapjacks/Fried Food 9526 Highway 41A 270-521-7805

Planter’s Café and Coffee Bar Café/Coffee 130 N Main Street 270-830-0927

Pony Express Pizza

On Deck Bar & Grill Sandwiches/Seafood

Pizza 343 Third Street 270-826-2770

100 Second Street 270-826-2424

Rick’s Una Pizza Pizza

270-639-9020

338 S Green Street

Grilled Sub Sandwiches

Fast Food 2150 US-60 270-826-5628

Bakery 223 Second Street 270-854-1305

Thomason’s Barbeque Barbecue

Coffee 2600 U.S. 41

270-826-0654

Tom’s Smokin Bar-B-Q Barbecue 1048 Clay Street 270-827-5338

Japanese Food

Rockhouse at Wolf’s

Subway

Tumbleweed Tex Mex Grill & Bar

Pizza 31 N Green Street

Rockhouse Pizza Pizza

270-826-7361

270-521-1000

Rookies

Pizza

Sports Bar & Grill

2041 US-41N

117 2nd St

270-827-4141

(270) 826-1106

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Sonic Drive-In

The Cake Stand

Café 132 Water Street 270-724-2108

14274 US-41, Robards

Café 228 Second Street 270-831-2233

Stone Hill Honey Farmer Market

1111 Barret Blvd H

Pizza Hut

Sidewalk Café

270-826-2242

270-212-1400

Penn Station

270-957-5001

Starbucks

418 Center Street

9526 Highway 41A

104 N Water Street

Baked Potatoes 2630 US-41 270-212-1777

270-869-8251

Country Cooking

Mexican Food

Fast Food Pizza

Old Fashioned

Tacoholics

Spudz-N-Stuff 701 Atkinson Street

1927 US-41 N

Papaw’s Poole Mille Restaurant

270-830-6585

Rally’s

Papa John’s Pizza

270-826-4444

1949 US-41

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Bar & Grill 1868 US-41 270-869-9800

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Buying Local at the Henderson County

Farmers Market

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Do you know where your food comes from? Those who shop at the Henderson County Farmers Market sure do.

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But for those who have never attended the Farmers Market, local farmers, consumers, and the Henderson County's Agriculture Cooperative Extension Office staff say you are truly missing out. “The value of a local farmers market is that you know your farmer,” says Extension Agent Andy Rideout. "You can stand there and talk to them, and they will tell you they picked (the produce item) that morning or the night before. They'll tell you when is the last time they've sprayed it with pesticides if you ask them. They have no problem telling you because there's a lot of training they have to go through on how they handle their produce and so forth, and you know you are buying healthy, safe, food at the local farmers market. I'd like to say we know that at the grocery store also but the details are not known." Henderson's local Farmers Market began in the mid-1990's in downtown Henderson. Many advocates, including the late Sharon Cates and Jeff Porter, believed providing Hendersonians with education on where their food comes from and access to local, fresh food, was imperative to a healthy Henderson. “My mom (Sharon Cates) was a home economics teacher," says Farmers Market President Amy Cates. "So, I think she valued eating healthy and tried to get other people to eat healthy, local, and with the seasons… I think she always had that awareness. She knew that having a farmers market more centrally located, instead of driving out to the county to a farm, would get local food into the hands of more consumers." While sweet corn, green beans, and other fresh produce continue to be staples of the market, many consumers are unaware of the variety of items available. For example, did you know you can purchase Japanese maple trees, blueberry plants, herbs, or flower planters with First Fruits Farm? Or you can buy local wine made by the Boucherie family at Boucherie Winery? Consumers can also get red wattle pork, fresh farm eggs, and broad breasted bronze and white turkeys from Laughing Lab Acres, all processed and packaged in USDA facilities. And don't forget fresh strawberries and peaches coming from Mattingly's Kids Berries and Produce! Produce available at the market each week depends on the season. Those interested in buying cabbage need to frequent the market June through early July, while the best time to get peaches is mid-June through mid-August. Amy says the best way to tell what is available at Henderson’s market is to check the Henderson Farmers Market Facebook page.

vendors are showcased with

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the season, local a few of the many items available.

While the Farmers Market has been relocated to the Cates-Porter

Pavilion at the Henderson County Fairgrounds three days a week from May to October, some farmers can still be found downtown at the Downtown Henderson Partnership’s event in on Thursdays in June and July.

The event, formerly known as the Farm and Art Market now called

the Downtown Wind Down, begins Thursday, June 1. DHP Executive Director Abby Dixon says it not only provides a space for local farmers to sell produce but also to showcase local artists, in a festival-like setting.

“The Downtown Wind Down creates a summertime riverfront

experience with laid back, live music by regional bands, access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, a showcase of the work of local artists and makers, and of course, family friendly fun,” Abby says.

Many vendors are happy to see the Farmers Market back downtown,

even if it is only one day a week.

“I think it’s good because it brings the farmer's presence downtown

again," says Amy. "I think it's a positive thing for the community and farmers to have that opportunity. There are also a larger variety of things that are going on… I mean, they offer things for children, they feature local artists, and I think that is really good.”

Patrons can visit the Farmers Market on Tuesdays, Fridays, and

Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in May through October at the Cates-Porter Pavilion at the Henderson County Fairgrounds, 381 Sam Ball Way.

Those interested in fresh produce as well as handmade from local

artists can visit DHP's Downtown Wind Down on Thursdays 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in June and July in downtown Henderson.

For the most recent updates on what produce is available each week

or to see a daily featured producer, visit Henderson Farmers Market on Facebook. For more information about the Downtown Wind Down, contact Abby Dixon at 270-827-0016.

Brittany Ross is a proud Hendersonian with Hoosier roots, and is married to her best friend, Christopher. They have two dogs, Yadi and Murphy. June // July 2017 . HENDERSON FAMILY

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Sunday Tumbleweed 1 free kids meal for every adult entree

Monday Rookies Sports Bar & Grill Kids under 8 eat free 4-10pm Grandy’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase

Tuesday Golden Corral Ages 4-12 $1.99 5 - 9pm Ages 3 and under eat free

Fazoli’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase 5-8pm

Thursday Captain D’s 2 free kids meals with adult meal purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

On-going Brown Bag Burgers 1 free kids meal with purchase of 2 adult meals. Breakfast, lunch, or supper. Shoney’s Kids under 4 eat free with adult purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

Denny’s *The Kids Eat Free list is subject to change. Please contact restaurants to ensure their participation. Restaurants, please contact brittany@tannerpublishing.com with additions or corrections.

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Informing Hendersonians about fun, local events is a priority for Henderson Family Magazine. Our magazine compiles events with help from the community calendar found at several online locations, including the City of Henderson and the Henderson County Tourist Commission's websites. Want to include your event? Visit hendersonky.org/event.

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SENIOR GOLF SCRAMBLE Tuesdays @ 8:30am Municipal Golf Course 1801 N. Main Street Sign in by 8:15am with start time at 8:30am. Open to anyone over 50. Contact: Todd Norman 270.831.1263 OPEN GOLF SCRAMBLE Tuesdays @ 5pm Municipal Golf Course 1801 N. Main Street Sign in by 4:30pm with start time at 5pm. Open to anyone. Contact: Todd Norman 270.831.1263

GAME ON! TEEN GAMING CLUB Tuesdays @ 4-6pm Henderson County Public Library at Multi-Purpose Room 101 S. Main Street Join us for the coolest library night in video gaming history! Play against fellow teens as you race across the Rainbow Road, build a diamond mansion, shoot arrows at your enemies, or deal the ultimate combo breaker! Open to all teens ages 12 – 19. Must have signed video game consent form signed to participate. Contact: Azura Sinnet 270.826.3712 READING IN THE PARK Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30am in June & July Central Park and Henderson County Fairgrounds Please join us for fun in the park! We will read a story, have a small activity, and meet the book character! Lunch will be provided through the Henderson County Schools Summer Feeding Program. This event is in collaboration with the Henderson Co. Parks and Programs. Farmers Market, Henderson Co. Schools, Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center, Henderson Co. Public Library, and Early Childhood Council. June 6 & 8: Maisy June 13 & 15: Lilly June 20 & 22: Frog and Toad June 27 & 29: Mouse from “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” July 11 & 13: Splat the Cat July 18 & 20: Poky Little Puppy Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

FREE TAEKWONDO CLASS Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 7:30pm John F. Kennedy Community Center 515 S. Alvasia Street Classes will lead by instructor and Henderson resident, David Petrie. Kids and adults are both encouraged to participate (though all adult can expect to undergo a background check for safety reasons). It is not required to be at every single class, come and go as you please. Participants must pay for their own uniforms, but uniforms are not required to participate. For attire, plan to wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. The classes teach disciple and respect as well as balance, self-defense, and self-assurance. It helps condition the body, mind, and spirit while promoting an active lifestyle. Contact: JFK Center 270.831.1261 RIVERBEND TOASTMASTERS Wednesdays @ 12pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Henderson KY official Toastmasters. We meet weekly in the Henderson County Public Library downstairs meeting room. All are welcome to come and try our local Toastmasters group. Contact: Nibby Priest 270.631.2121 DOWNTOWN WIND DOWN Thursday evenings in June and July @ 4-8pm (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page 25) ARE YOU GAME? Thursdays in June @ 4-5:15pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us every Thursday in June to play a variety of new and classic board and card games with fellow teens. Contact: Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 LIVE THOROUGHBRED RACING AT ELLIS PARK Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays through Labor Day weekend Ellis Park 3300 US-41 Gates open at 11am each day during live racing. Post time 12:50pm. Both dirt and turf racing is conducted in the summer, and the meet is annually highlighted by the Groupie Doll Stakes (GIII). Contact: 812.425.1456

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HENDERSON CO. HIGH GRADUATION Friday, May 19 @ 7–8pm Ford Center

MAKE N' TAKE CRAFT SATURDAYS Saturday, May 20 all-day Henderson County Public Library Children's Department 101 S. Main Street Stop by the Children's Department anytime during the day every third Saturday of the month for a simple craft that you can make n' take home. Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 ROCK-IT MAN @ HCPL Tuesday, May 23 @ 5–6pm Henderson County Public Library at Rotunda 101 S. Main Street Warren Batts, former lead guitar, and vocals with Bill Haley’s Comets, will be performing in the Rotunda of the Henderson County Public Library. Hear music from the '50s and '60s along with stories about touring with the world’s first rock and roll band. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 TEEN VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Wednesday, May 24 @ 1–3pm & Thursday, May 25 @ 10am-12pm Henderson County Public Library MPR 101 S. Main Street Attention all teens between the ages of 12-18! Are you looking for something fun to keep you busy over the summer? Are you interested in serving your community and developing your leadership skills? Are you thinking of getting a job in the near future, but want to gain experience working with the public? Then we have just the opportunity for you! The Henderson County Public Library is taking applications for Teen Summer Volunteers to assist us with our numerous Summer Reading Programs. Teen Volunteers have duties such as shelving and straightening books, assisting librarians with programs, and other various tasks. Registration is May 1-May 22. There are two MANDATORY days of orientation, May 24, 2-4pm and May 25, 10am-12pm. Sign up today! Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 June // July 2017 . HENDERSON FAMILY

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WORLD OF REPTILES Saturday, May 27 @ 1pm John James Audubon State Park Campground Shelter 3100 US-41 Award winning naturalist Scott Shupe brings his exotic reptiles from all over the world to John James Audubon Campground Shelter. Enjoy this educational and fascinating program that will delight young and old alike. Cost: Free Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270.826.4424 or lisa.hoffman@ky.gov

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CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Thursday, June 1 @ 5:30–7pm Henderson County Public Library at Multi-Purpose Room 101 S. Main Street We will explore creative writing such as fiction, poetry, etc. All skill levels are welcome. We will participate in writing prompts and sharing and critiquing personal work. Sharing one's own work is not required, but is highly encouraged. Please bring your own materials; please do not bring any personal work over five pages. Contact: Laura Osterfeld - 270.826.3712 FIRST FRIDAYS - LIVE MUSIC & LUNCH Friday, June 2 @ 11:30am–1pm Audubon Mill Park 123 N. Water Street Live music during the lunch hour at Audubon Mill Park on the first Friday of each month during May-August. Contact: 270.827.0016 GENEALOGY LUNCH BUNCH Friday, June 2 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for a monthly brown bag discussion group with occasional speakers and webinars. Bring your brick walls, questions, tips and tricks, and genealogy knowledge along with your lunch and spend some quality "genealogy time" with us. Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 AVIATION DAY 2017 Saturday, June 3 Henderson City-County Airport 2154 KY-136 Aviation Day at the Henderson City-County Airport brings in general aviation aircraft for public viewing. Along with plane rides, music, and food! Bring the whole family for fun and games! Contact: Elizabeth Watterson 270.826.6000

DIABETES ADVENTURE CAMP Saturday, June 3 @ 9am–3pm Brain Injury Adventure Camp 2001 Northern Star Way, Robards, KY This event is open for children and teens with diabetes and their parents/guardians. Team building activities, zip line, climbing wall and much more. Parent networking, education, and fun activities. Pre-Registration is Required. HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

All forms must be completed by May 29, 2017. Contact: Karen Hill at karen.hill@grdhd.org or 270.852.5426 or 270.860.7333. NATIONAL TRAILS DAY/DIRT DAY/ VOLUNTEER WORKDAY Saturday, June 3 @ 9am–1pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 With hiking season in full stride, the park is looking for volunteers to come out and tackle some trail projects. Lunch will be provided by volunteers. This is a great opportunity for church groups, scouts and others to help get the trails in tiptop condition. Volunteers should wear appropriate clothing for the weather and closed-toe shoes. Groups and individuals interested in volunteering must contact the park in advance. Contact: Lisa Hoffman at 270.826.4424 or lisa.hoffman@ky.gov DOWNTOWN EMPTY BUILDING & LOFT TOUR Saturday, June 3 @ 10am–2pm Downtown Henderson Contact: Downtown Henderson Partnership 270.827.0016 GUIDED DOWNTOWN WALKING TOUR: HISTORICAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN BUSINESS DISTRICT Saturday, June 3 @ 10am The Depot Community Room 101 N Water St The Depot Community Room’s mission is to bring Henderson’s rich history alive through a wide range of exhibits and events designed to enlighten and inform. While reservations are not required for the free walking tours, guests are encouraged to arrive approximately 15 minutes before tour time. Proceeds from ticketed events benefit the Cemetery Monument Restoration Fund. Proceeds from River Heritage Day’s Come Down to the River benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center Green River District. Contact: 270.830.9707 TOUCH-A-TRUCK HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Saturday, June 3 @ 11am–1pm Henderson County Fair Grounds 383 Sam Ball Way Bring the kids for a free, family fun time! Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 WANDER THE WETLANDS Saturday, June 3 @ 3pm John James Audubon Wetlands Wolf Hills Road What better way to get outdoors than to go exploring on National Trails Day? Wander the new trails of Audubon Wetlands on this naturalist-led hike. We'll explore this new addition to Audubon State Park. Wear closedtoe shoes appropriate for moist conditions. Contact: Lisa Hoffman at 270.826.4424 or lisa.hoffman@ky.gov GLOW IN THE DARK STORYTIME Monday, June 5 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Come as we read stories in the dark, play with glow sticks, finger lights, and anything else that we can make glow in the library!

Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 ARE YOU READY FOR WINDOWS 10? Monday, June 5 @ 1:30-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Windows 10 is scary, but it doesn't have to be! Join us for a 90-minute session that will help you become more familiar with Windows 10. This session will cover how to navigate the start menu, personalize Windows, work with the desktop, maximize Windows apps, work with files and folders, as well as how to access the Internet using the new Microsoft Edge. There are a limited number of spots, so reserve your seat today. Feel free to bring your own device. Contact: Retta Zollinger 270.826.3712 ADULTING 101 – LAUNDRY Monday, June 5 @ 5-6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us to learn some tips and tricks on getting laundry done on your own! Open to all teens. Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 CREATE HENDERSON Tuesday, June 6 @ 4:30–5:30pm Thelma B. Johnson Center 2910 US-41 The purpose of these monthly conversations is for collaboration and celebration of every aspect of the arts. Each month, time is allotted for professional development in the arts, networking, and information sharing. EVERYONE is invited to attend this FREE event. Contact: Kyle Hittner 270.826.3128 AWESOME ART CAMP Tuesday, June 6—Thursday, June 8 @ 9:30-11:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 ART, ART, ART & MORE ART! For the serious Artist who loves Art, ages 9-13. Watercolor, pastels and mixed media ART. Students must have previous art experience. Pre-registration is required, class size limited to 15. Cost is $30. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270.827.1893 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov INTERPRETING THE FIGURE Wednesday, June 7–Tuesday, August 1 Citi Center Gallery 230 Second Street Contact: Jule McClellan 270.860.1930 WHAT'S NEW IN GENEALOGY Thursday, June 8 @ 6-7pm & Saturday, June 10 @ 10-11am Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Stay up-to-date on genealogy news and resources with this series designed to highlight new happenings each month. Each class will cover different topics from tracing your tree and organizing your information, to exploring genealogy websites, and more. Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 BINGO Thursday, June 8 @ 11:30am Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Is BINGO your GAME-O? Adults are invited June // July 2017 . HENDERSON FAMILY

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Preston Arts Center This show is open to the public. Tickets will be $15 for adults and $10 for children. Contact: 270.831.9800

SATURDAY MORNING IN THE GARDEN WITH ANDY Saturday, June 10 @ 8am Henderson County Extension Education & Expo Center 3341 Zion Road Join Andy Rideout, Henderson County Horticulture Extension Agent, for a donut and coffee and timely topics for best practices in your home garden. No RSVP required. There is a give away at each session. Contact: Henderson County Cooperative Extension 270.826.8387

BEYOND THE BOOK (FORMERLY BOOK BREW) Monday, June 12 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us to discuss books you otherwise might not find yourself reading from the New York Times Best Sellers list. This program is free and open to the public. Contact: Laura Osterfeld 270.826.3712

ADULTING 101 – JOB READINESS Monday, June 12 @ 5–6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street It might be scary thinking about your first or next job, but we can help. Join us to learn how to calm your nerves and land a job! Open to all teens. Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 DRIVE-IN FUN Monday, June 12 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Bring a cardboard box big enough to sit in, turn it into a car with provided supplies and then enjoy the library "drive-in!" Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 AUDUBON ARTS & NATURE SUMMER CAMPS (AGE 6-8) Monday, June 12—Thursday, June 15 @ 9am-3pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Students age 6-8 are invited to participate in the Audubon Arts & Nature Camps. The camps will be a day to day NEW adventure, as we discover and create new ideas with a new theme daily. Programs will be both indoor and outdoor so come ready for any task. Wear comfortable clothes, your camp t-shirt, and tennis shoes each day. The last day, Thursday will be "Water Willies" with fishing, water games, a pizza party and more. Come to the John James Audubon State Park for a variety of summer fun at its best. The fee includes all materials and a t-shirt. Students must bring a sack lunch and drink the first three days of the camp. Day 4, PIZZA Day, FREE. Check in: 8:45am, not sooner. Pre-registration is required, class size limited to 20-24. Cost is $50. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270.827.1893 "GULLIVER'S TRAVELS" MISSOULA CHILDREN'S THEATRE AUDITIONS Monday, June 12 @ 10am Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center 631 N. Green Street The Henderson Area Arts Alliance is happy to partner with Missoula Children’s Theatre to present our summer show: Gulliver’s Travels. Auditions are open to anyone entering 1st grade through 12th grade. REHEARSALS: Monday-Thursday 10am-12pm and 12:30-2:30pm Friday: 10am-12pm and 12:30-2:30pm @ the Preston Arts Center FINAL PERFORMANCE: Saturday 6/17 @ 3pm, 52 HENDERSON FAMILY

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MINECRAFT FEVER Wednesday, June 14, 9:30am – 7:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Attention all Minecrafters: You do not want to miss this! The Minecraft Lab will be open all day. Sign up for spots hourly; spaces will be filled on a first come first serve basis and participants are only allowed a limited amount of sessions. Contact: Danielle anguish 270.826.3712 IMPORTANT FLAGS IN AMERICAN HISTORY Wednesday, June 14 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Celebrate Flag Day as Spencer Brewer tells about the history of flags from before the American Revolution up to modern day. There will even be a special visit from "Betsy Ross." Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 W.C. HANDY BLUES AND BARBECUE FESTIVAL Wednesday, June 14–Saturday, June 17 all-day Audubon Mill Park 123 N. Water Street (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page 25) BUILD A BETTER YOU, PT.1“CONSTRUCTION JUNCTION LIVE” Thursday, June 15 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street This is a game-show style program where participants will compete on teams to complete challenges. Prizes will be awarded! Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 CHILDREN'S ART CAMP & UMBRELLA WORKSHOP Thursday, June 15 @ 1–3pm John F. Kennedy Community Center 515 S. Alvasia Street Decorate your umbrella and bring this Mardi Gras tradition to Henderson for the Street Strut Parade! Umbrellas and decorating materials are provided. There is no charge for this W.C. Handy Blues & BBQ Festival event, hosted by the Downtown Henderson Partnership. Contact: Downtown Henderson Partnership 270.826.0016 ADULT COLORING @ YOUR LIBRARY Thursday, June 15 @ 5:30-6:30pm Henderson County Public Library at Upstairs Meeting Room 101 S. Main Street Coloring isn't just for kids. Join us for a

quiet, stress-free time to relax and release your inner child. Feel free to bring your own supplies or use ours. Coloring within the lines is optional. Contact: Retta Zollinger 270.826.3712 CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Thursday, June 15 @ 5:30–7pm Henderson County Public Library at Multi-Purpose Room (See June 1 Creative Writing Group Description) HENDERSON R/C CLUB Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June 18 Sandy Lee Watkins Park 16040 KY-351 All spectators are welcome! Contact: Mike / Tina 270-748-1493 / 270-5219001 MAKE N' TAKE CRAFT SATURDAYS Saturday, June 17 all-day Henderson County Public Library Children's Department (See May 20 Make n’ Take Craft Saturdays description) OHIO RIVER SWEEP Saturday, June 17 @ 8:30am – 12pm Hays Boat Ramp N. Elm Street Volunteers are needed. Last year’s Sweep collected 5,800 pounds of litter. Contact: Nancy Watkins 270.827.1979 POKER RUN Saturday, June 17 @ 9:30am Field & Main Bank 1720 Second Street Registration begins at 9:30a.m. The fee is $10 per rider; the collections will benefit the Humane Society of Henderson County. First Bike ride out at 10a.m. The last bike will ride out at 11 a.m. Contact: Yvette Hall 270.993.1768 or Billy McKee 270.577.6029 STREET STRUT PARADE Saturday, June 17 @ 10am Downtown Henderson This parade is a New Orleans Mardi Gras style parade where participants parade in downtown Henderson to live jazz music from Bob Minnette and the Dixieland Society. Dress us and strut your stuff for a chance to recognized with the coveted Grant Ooh-PeeDoo award! Contact: Downtown Henderson Partnership 270.826.0016 ANIMANGIACS Saturday, June 17 @ 3-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Do you love anime and manga? Play a game of twister with some of your favorite Anime/ Manga characters at HCPL! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 CAMPFIRE TALES Monday, June 19 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Gather around the fire with us for stories and smores. Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

EMAIL BASICS Monday, June 19 @ 1:30-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Want to set up an email account? This class will create a web-based email account; show you how to send, forward and reply to an email; and how to attach documents like a resume or photos. Please bring a mobile phone to class so you can confirm your account. Register today to ensure that the class will not be canceled. Contact: Retta Zollinger 270.826.3712 ART FROM THE HEART (AGES 6-8) Tuesday, June 20—Thursday, June 22 @ 9:30-11:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 ART, ART, ART! This class is geared for the serious young artist, who loves to be creative and working in any medium. We will be using Watercolor, pastels and more. Pre-registration is required, class size limited 15. Cost $25. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270.827.1893 QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Wednesday, June 21 @ 8:30am–12:30pm Downtown Riverfront Be sure to show visitors some Henderson hospitality as the Queen of the Mississippi docks on our riverfront. Contact: Downtown Henderson Partnership 270.826.0016 BUILD A BETTER YOU, PT 2- “NAMASTE AT THE LIBRARY” Thursday, June 22 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street

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METHODIST HOSPITAL GOLF CLASSIC Monday, June 26 Henderson Country Club 1030 Country Club Drive Contact: 270.831.7889

GET YOUR CRAFT ON Thursday, June 22 @ 6–7:30pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-Purpose Room 101 S. Main Street Make handmade and homegrown art projects that you can complete in one session. Let your creative side shine at the library! No experience necessary. Bring a friend! Registration is required. Contact: Retta Zollinger 270.826.3712

FAMILY FORT NIGHT Monday, June 26 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library Bring your sheets, blankets, and flashlights as we build forts throughout the Children’s Department to settle into and read a good book! Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712

HANDS ON CLAY Saturday, June 24 John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Become a craftsman when you join Albert Bauman at the potter's wheel!! This full-offun potter, storyteller, and musician will keep you entertained, while he shows you the art of pottery. You'll take home a clay pot made with your own hands. The event is free. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270.826.4424 HIGHWAY 41 YARD SALE Saturday, June 24 & Sunday, June 25 @ 7am-5pm Highway 41 150 miles of shopping, food, and sightseeing in beautiful western Kentucky! For more info visit the Hwy 41 Facebook Page. Contact: 270.826.3128

ADVANCED ART (AGE 9-13) Tuesday, June 27—Thursday, June 29 @ 9:30—11:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 ART, ART, ART & MORE ART! For the serious Artist who loves Art. Watercolor, pastels, and acrylic on canvas. Students must have previous art experience. Pre-registration is required, class size limited to 15. Cost is $30. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270.827.1893 BUILD A BETTER YOU, PT 3- “EVERY BITE COUNTS” Thursday, June 29 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Like cookies over carrots, or soda over water? Learn about healthy alternatives and choices with “Better Bites.” Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712

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calendar GUIDED DOWNTOWN WALKING TOUR: TOBACCO HISTORY Saturday, July 1 @ 10am The Depot Community Room (See June 3 Guided Downtown Walking Tour Description) 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION Tuesday, July 4 @ 5:30– 9:30pm Downtown Henderson (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page 25) QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Wednesday, July 5 @ 8:30am–12:30pm Downtown Riverfront (See June 21 Queen of the Mississippi Visit Description) GENEALOGY LUNCH BUNCH Friday, July 7 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library (See June 2 Genealogy Lunch Bunch Description) FIRST FRIDAYS - LIVE MUSIC & LUNCH Friday, July 7 @ 11:30am–1pm Audubon Mill Park 123 N. Water Street Live music during the lunch hour at Audubon Mill Park on the first Friday of each month during May-August. Contact: 270.827.0016 HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR PAGEANT July 7 & July 8 Henderson County High School (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page ) SATURDAY MORNING IN THE GARDEN WITH ANDY Saturday, July 8 @ 8am Henderson County Extension Education & Expo Center (See Saturday Morning in the Garden with Andy June 10 Description) WHAT'S NEW IN GENEALOGY Saturday July 8 @ 10-11am & Thursday, July 13 @ 6-7pm Henderson County Public Library (See June 2 What’s New in Genealogy Description) HOW TO USE GEDMATCH.COM Saturday, July 8 @ 2:30-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street What is GEDmatch? It's a website with various utilities that can help genealogists and adoptees build, confirm, and expand their family trees. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO Monday, July 10 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Mr. EJ Simmons will be back with his instruments. His high-energy show allows hands-on experience with various instruments and music styles. Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 AUDUBON ARTS & NATURE SUMMER CAMPS (AGES 9-12) Monday, July 10—Thursday, July 13 54 HENDERSON FAMILY

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@ 9am-3pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Students ages 6-12 are invited to participate in the Audubon Arts & Nature Camps. The camps will be a day to day NEW adventure, as we discover and create new ideas with a new theme daily. Programs will be both indoor and outdoor so come ready for any task. Wear comfortable clothes, your camp t-shirt, and tennis shoes each day. The last day, Thursday will be "Water Willies" with fishing, water games, a pizza party and more. Come to the John James Audubon State Park for a variety of summer fun at its best. The fee includes all materials and a t-shirt. Students must bring a sack lunch and drink the first three days of the camp. Day 4, PIZZA Day, FREE. Check in: 8:45, not sooner. Preregistration is required, class size limited to 20-24. Cost is $50. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett at 270.827.1893 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov. BEYOND THE BOOK (FORMERLY BOOK BREW) Monday, July 10 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library (See June 12 Beyond the Book Description) QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Tuesday, July 11 @ 8:30am–12:30pm Downtown Riverfront (See June 21 Queen of the Mississippi Visit Description) CREATE HENDERSON Tuesday, July 11 @ 4:30–5:30pm Henderson County Public Library (See June 6 CREATE Henderson Description) MINECRAFT FEVER 2.0 Wednesday, July 12 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Attention all Minecrafters: You do not want to miss this! This is a continuation of MINECRAFT FEVER, MINECRAFT FEVER 2.0! The Minecraft Lab will be open all day. Sign up for spots hourly; spaces will be filled on a first come first serve basis and participants are only allowed a limited amount of sessions. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270.826.3712 SNOW CONES & MORE WATER DAY Thursday, July 13 @1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Fun in the sun is what will be going on at the library! Join us for water games, contests, and of course, snow cones! Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 BINGO Thursday, July 13 @ 11:30am Henderson County Public Library (See June 8 Bingo Description)

Families will face-off with one another playing various giant board games. Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 AMERICAN QUEEN COMES TO HENDERSON Thursday, July 20 @ 8am–4pm Downtown Riverfront See the majestic riverboat, the American Queen, docked at the Henderson riverfront. Welcome visitors who are cruising the river and spending their day shopping and making visits to local attractions. HENDERSON R/C CLUB Sunday, July 23 Sandy Lee Watkins Park 16040 KY-351 Spectators are welcome!! Contact: Mike / Tina 270.748.1493 / 270.521.9001 QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Tuesday, July 25 @ 8:30am–12:30pm Downtown Riverfront (See June 21 Queen of the Mississippi Visit Description) HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR Thursday, July 20-Tuesday, July 25 Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page 25) SUPER-SILLY SATURDAY Saturday, July 22 @ 11am-2pm / Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Does your family want to get silly—I mean super silly? Then join us for Super-Silly Saturday! This free event for children and their caregivers will feature interactive Kindergarten Readiness learning stations, a bookmark-making station, and lots of goofy fun! Children’s book characters as well as “Evan the Otter” will be there to play and give out hugs, and popular magic extraordinaire “The Balloon Guy” will delight with a silly finale performance at 1:15pm. Kids even get to leave with a free book of their very own. Contact: Danielle Anguish 270.826.3712 THE BOOK FOLDING CLASS Wednesday, July 26 @ 5-7pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street If you missed the first two book folding classes, don't worry, we're offering a repeat. Join us to learn the basics of folding the pages of a book to create an image, and then go a step further to follow and create a cut and fold pattern. This class is free, but you should register to reserve a space. Contact: Retta Zollinger 270.826.3712

MAKE N' TAKE CRAFT SATURDAYS Saturday, July 15 all-day / Henderson County Public Library Children's Department (See May 20 Make n’ Take Craft Saturdays description)

SANDY LEE SONGWRITER FESTIVAL Wednesday, July 26–Saturday, July 29 all-day Various Locations in Downtown Henderson (See Festivals Calendar for more information on page 25)

GIANT OUTDOOR GAMES Monday, July 17 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street

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