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Venue: Waterfront Park|Community: Downtown|Date: 7/3/2010-7/4/2010 www.waterfrontindependencefestival.com
Louisville's premier July 4th celebration. The two-day festival is the largest event of the summer and draws over 150,000 people. Musical headliners on July 3 will include country music performers John Rich, Cowboy Troy and Tyler Dickerson. The evening also will feature a performance by the 202nd Army Band of the Kentucky National Guard.The festival will feature “Beyond the Log Cabin: Kentucky’s Abraham Lincoln” history mobile and Santa Claus in the Galt House Hotel’s KaLightoscope Christmas Activities Tent.
Date: 7/3/2010 - 7/4/2010
Hours: 5-10:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
The fireworks can be enjoyed from the Jeffersonville waterfront as well!
Dinner
Packages
Call the inn for more information on our dinner packages.
1-866-284 3580. Reservations are required in advance.
For an intimate dinner at the inn or we suggest any of
our local riverside restaurants or follow the links
below. Derby Dinner Playhouse is an excellent
choice for an evening of good food and entertainment.
www.derbydinner.com
Ohio River Cruises
Enjoy a cruise on the river while staying in Jeffersonville.
The two historic steamboats are The Belle of Louisville and the
Sprit of Jeffersonville. The Belle of Louisville steamboat
is seasonal and
does not run November thru April.
www.belleoflouisville.org
Venue: Belle of Louisville/Spirit of Jefferson|Community: Downtown|Date: 7/3/2010-7/4/2010
Join the Belle of Louisville or Spirit of Jefferson for an entertaining cruise celebrating the Fourth of July Weekend!
Family/Group
Gatherings
Rent the main house for up to 12 people, and gather
in our large common rooms. The carriage house can
accommodate an additional 5/6 adults, for a total of 18.
We love family gatherings for one night or two (or
more!) Pricing for the main house starts at $380 (one
night) for 8
people and includes breakfast. Extra persons are $10
each. The carriage house is
$150 per night for two persons. Dinner is an option if you rent the
entire house and dinner costs are determined by the
menu. Call us to discuss the details.
Ladies
Weekends
Ladies, if you rent all four rooms in the main house
for two nights or more we will treat you to dessert at
the inn served with our finest coffees and teas. We will
treat you sweet! Pricing starts at $680 (2 nights-8
people) for all 4 rooms in the main house, and includes
breakfast. The main house can accommodate up to 13.
We'll even throw in movies and popcorn! The spas are
located a half block away and shopping abounds here as
well as museums, theatre, casinos, fine dining, we have
it all.
Girlfriends, sisters, Redhatters,
sororities, quilters, scrap bookers, any and all gal
pals!
Night
Away for the Girls
Relax and savor your visit here while enjoying the
company of your relatives or girlfriends. We offer many
suggestions for activities or simply relax at the inn
and enjoy an afternoon tea, or a night of movies. We
offer a video and DVD library and popcorn to all our guests. You
may want to visit one of the local spas. Tell the innkeeper you
want the Night away for Girls package and let us help
you plan your visit.
Romantic Package
Champagne or Sparking Beverage are available upon
request for an additional $15. A Dozen Roses are also
available for an extra $40 (this does not
apply to Valentine's Week, when
flowers are so expensive). Candy or snack trays
start at $10.00. Champagne and 1/2 lb. of
chocolates from the local confectionary, $25.
The Deluxe Romantic Package, which includes (Your choice of beverage, roses, candy OR snack tray) is available for $70, except during Valentine's week.
Honeymoon/Anniversary Package
Let us help you celebrate this special occasion with a gift
from the inn of a complimentary bottle of sparkling beverage.
You must request the special to receive the gift. One
complimentary package per visit.
Spa retreat
Spend some quality "me" time while in Jeffersonville.
Visit one of the local spas located 1/2 block of the
Inn.
Salon 253
253 Spring St., (812)218 9144
Customized hair, nail, and skin care for your individual
needs. Transforming your mind and body with all natural
products.
www.salon253.com
OR
Springs Salon and Spa
234 Spring St. (812)284 1226
A full service spa for mind, body, and spirit.
www.springssalonandspa.com
Two
night specials
Garden Room
$90 for one night, stay two nights for $150 plus
11% tax. Also available for the River Room.
Victoria's hideaway $125 for one night, $230 for two
nights plus 11% tax. The reservations program does
not reflect this pricing so do not be alarmed, the
prices are standard for two night or more stays.
Winery
trips
The Old Bridge Inn is in the midst of southern Indiana's
wine country, let us help you plan visits to various
wineries. Wineries are within 20 minutes to one
hour of the inn, you can do several in one day from
here, then go in another direction the next day. Let us
help you plan your trip by taking advantage of the
innkeepers knowledge of the area.
Business Person's Special
Business People may stay in Victoria's hideaway for
special price, ONE person only. $85 per night Sunday
thru Thursday only. Return to the inn after a busy
day of business and relax in Victoria's Hideaway. There
is an antique desk awaiting you to finish up any left
over notes or simply relax in the whirlpool. We have a
fax machine and wireless internet. The next morning,
enjoy a full breakfast prepared especially for you by
the innkeeper. Business persons stay in Victoria's hideaway for
special price, ONE person only. $85 per night Sunday
thru Thursday only.
Lewis and Clark and the
Falls of Ohio
Stay at the Old
Bridge Inn for two nights and receive one free pass for
admission to the Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center. The
Falls of the Ohio is five minutes from the inn and the
386-million-year-old fossil beds are among the largest
naturally exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world. The
park features a spectacular interpretive center overlooking the
fossil beds containing an exhibit gallery and video
presentation. You must request the special to
receive it.
Fishing, hiking, fossil viewing, bird watching, and picnicking
are among the most common activities.
One complimentary package per visit.
Underground Railroad and
other Historical Activities
The Underground Railroad in Clark and Floyd
counties and Louisville are just a few of the strands that
weave our rich tapestry of local history. Indiana was a
free state but Louisville actually had several auction blocks.
Jeffersonville is now the first leg of the Indiana
Freedom Trails. Ask the innkeeper for more info on the underground railroad.
There are many historical points of interest in Jeffersonville
and surrounding areas, including the inn itself (see our
history page) but the
Howard Steamboat Museum is a must see. This grand Victorian
mansion is the Howard Home, the builders of the Howard
shipyards, now know as Jeff Boat, a major employer in this
area.
Built in the 1880's the mansion is high Victorian and sits in
a beautiful park like setting surrounded by a brick fence with
many lovely flowers beds, a fountain and a carriage house that
has been renovated to house activities such as the antique
show in May during their annual Chautauqua.
The Howard's Steamboat Museum is one of Jeffersonville's
treasures that you can enjoy while staying at the Old Bridge
Inn. Free passes upon request only. One
complimentary package per visit.
Bird Watching
The gardens are home to
doves, wrens, robins, cardinals and mocking birds. There are
many berry laden shrubs in the gardens to feed the birds plus
they love to eat out of the bird feeders that we supply for
them. Nearby on the river see the Great blue heron and
turkey vultures. Flocks of ducks and geese make the
waterfront their home all year.
Teatime at the Old Bridge Inn
Relax over a pot of freshly brewed tea, tea sandwiches, scones or pastries in
our comfortable parlor, dinning room or in the privacy of your room. $15 per
person for low tea, $25 per person for high tea. For guests of the inn only and must be requested 48
hours in advance.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Feast on Turkey, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce,
mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, several vegetable
sides, and of course, homemade pumpkin pie! All of this
for $20 per person for guests of our inn served with a
heaping of southern hospitality!
Christmas at the Old
Bridge Inn
Christmas time at the Old Bridge inn is a festive time
with many themed trees, collections and collectibles
adorning the inn. Shopping abounds here in the area with
many new stores nearby and of course the quaint historic
shopping district. Enjoy cocoa and treats while curled
up in front of the fireplace. Should you be here
Christmas Day then you can, if you choose, join us for
Christmas dinner, just $20 person.
Kentucky Derby Packages
We are very conveniently located just 10 minutes
from Churchill Downs. Call for our special derby
pricing for each room. We serve a full breakfast
each morning with a heaping of southern hospitality.
For more details. 866 284 3580
Click Here to Check on Room Availability
Urban Bourbon Trail
Celebrate Kentucky’s heritage and embrace its signature
spirit with a journey along the Urban Bourbon Trail.
The Trail, and its Passport Program are the latest ways
to enjoy a Bourbon Country adventure. Louisville is a
great entry to exploring the distilleries along the
Kentucky Bourbon Trail and also the taste and mystique
of bourbon at the seven designated stops that make up
the Urban Bourbon Trail.
Permanent Exhibit - Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: Men and Women of the Underground Railroad in the Indiana and Kentucky Borderland - Carnegie Center for Art and History in New Albany. This exhibit examines the nature of the antislavery community in Floyd County, Indiana, and places it in a regional and national context by describing the social, economic and cultural contours of the Falls region of the Ohio River Valley. Based on the book by Pamela Peters titled The Underground Railroad in Floyd County (North Carolina, 2001), the project contributes to the work by scholars such as Dr. Blaine Hudson at the University of Louisville, whose ongoing re-evaluation of the abolitionist movement has led to increased interest in the Underground Railroad. 201 E. Spring St. (812) 944-7336. www.carnegiecenter.org
2010
Winter Farmers Market - Jeffersonville - Every Saturday through April. The farmers market is heading indoors for the winter. First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Jeffersonville is allowing the market to set up in its gym at Chestnut & Walnut Street through April. At first there will be 5-6 vendors selling, among other things, baked good, tomatoes (not shipped in, but grown in a local greenhouse) and some late season produce. Coming weeks poultry, honey, jellies and hummus will be added. New vendors are welcome. Hours 9:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. . www.JeffMainStreet.org
April 6-May 23 - Hairspray, Derby Dinner Playhouse, Clarksville - "You Can't Stop the Beat" of this Broadway Musical Comedy! Take a trip back to 1962 with Tracy Tumblad, a big girl with big dreams and even bigger hair, as she sets out to dance her way onto the popular Corny Collins show. This award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with laughter, romance and is a joyous tribute to the 60's. 525 Marriott Dr., (812) 288-8281 www.derbydinner.com
April 17 - Thunder Over Louisville - America's largest fireworks show with air show. Over 50 tons of fireworks exploded from the Ohio River. www.kdf.org
Clark County Farmers' Market - May 9-October 31 - Garlic, lettuce, hanging flower baskets and many other items will be on sale at the Clark County Farmers Market. The market is open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. downtown Jeffersonville on Saturdays in May and will add 3:00 to 6:00p.m. on Tuesdays starting in June. Starting June 11 it is open Thursdays in downtown Charlestown on the square from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The market is sponsored by Jeffersonville Main Street Inc. www.jeffmainstreet.org
New Albany Farmers Market,
Bank and Market Street, New Albany, IN 47150 May-October, Wednesday
8:00a.m.-1:00p.m., 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m., Saturday 8:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Sam's Food and Spirits, 3800 Payne-Koehler Rd., Saturday 8a.m.-noon through
Sept. 27. (812) 246-4329
May 15 - 16 - Spring Arts & Crafts Festival "A Victorian Chautauqua" - Howard Steamboat Museum, Jeffersonville - 1101 E. Market - Quality arts & crafts (juried), large herb & perennial sale, antiques, musical entertainment, book signings, cafe & tours, food booth; Festival theme is "Steamboat Stimulus - Millions of Lincolns", Louisville architect will present "Lincoln's Louisville" and Aunt Nannie's Crafts for children "Lincoln's Connections with America's Rivers"; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Admission $3 per person (Children 12 and under free with adult); (812) 283-3728
May 20 - 9th Annual Taste of Jeffersonville, Kye's I and II, Jeffersonville. Sample some of the area's tastiest selections from local favorite restaurants and caterers. Event proceeds benefit community projects. 6:00-10:00p.m., 500 Missouri Ave. Tickets available at the door and the following: Schimpff's Confectionery, Choices, Mayor's Office. For more info call (812) 285-6400
June - Fest of Ale and Wine, Clarksville - 5th Annual Keg Liquors Fest of Ale (and wine!) Beer Festival, 30 Breweries, 3 Craft Beer Distributors, 2 Wine Distributors and over 100 beers and wines to be sampled. We will have 30+ microbrewers on site to sample their wares, as well as food, music, and a charity silent auction to support the WHAS Crusade for Children. Cost: $25 advance, $30 day of the event. The event will be held at St. Anthony's in Clarksville, 320 North Sherwood Avenue, Clarksville, IN 47129 - 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. http://www.kegliquors.com/festofale.htm; Breweries attending include: Barley Island, New Belgium, Magic Hat, Sam Adams, Bells, Bluegrass Brewing Company (Clay & Main), Bluegrass Brewing Company (St. Matthews), Brownings, Sierra Nevada, Powerhouse, Cumberland Brews, Schlafly, Warbird, Upland Brewing Company, New Albanian Brewing Company, Wetten Imports, Brugge Brasserie, Three Floyds, Victory, Spaten, Franziskaner, Moylans, Hoppin Frog, Dark Horse, Dogfish, Lost Coast and many more!; Craft Beer Distributors: World Class Beverages, Cavalier Distributing, Winding Road Beverages (New this year); Keg Liquors, 617 E. Lewis and Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN 47129, 812-283-3988; www.kegliquors.com; Wine Distributors: InVie, Crossroads Vintners
June 6 - Herb & Garden Festival, Charlestown - Sponsored by The Sunnyside Master Gardeners' - "Growing Green" Door Prizes, Herbal luncheon (11a.m.to 1p.m.), Children's corner (Learn to make and take home a "chia" person) - "Growing Green" presentations throughout the day - 9:30 a.m. - Bill Abel, Grant Line Nursery, "Earth friendly solutions to garden problems," - 11:30 - Dr. Tom Barnes, Extension Wildlife Specialist, "Gardening with wildflowers" - Bob Hill, Hidden Hill Nursery, Homegrown/NPR "Low maintenance, high impact plants for your landscape. Booths with local and regional vendors selling herbs, shrubs, trees, perennials and native plants as well as garden-related items such as woodcrafts and lawn art. Master Gardeners will staff a consumer gardening information booth where your garden and lawn care questions can be answered. This is a free event, open to all and is handicap accessible. Clark County 4-H Fairgrounds, 9608 Hwy 62, Charlestown - For information call (812) 948-5470.
June 12 - JEFF Fest, Jeffersonville - Family Festival - Free kids games, art show, local food & music. Preservation Park, 150 W. Market, 11a.m.-4p.m.
June - Car & Motorcycle Show, Joe Huber Family Farm Restaurant, Starlight - Rain date June 27 - Pre-registration $12.00, Registration day of show $15.00 (8 a.m.-1 p.m.) $50 cash given away every 30 minutes starting at 11 a.m. Bonus: $100 given away at noon for pre-registration. All proceeds are tax deductible and benefit "Shop With A Cop." 2421 Scottsville Rd. For more info call Ralph Hines (812) 945-1406.
June, Smokin on the River, Jeffersonville - Annual BBQ Festival at Jeffersonville's beautiful riverfront. Proceeds will help to fund activities at Jeffersonville's RiverStage. www.smokinontheriver-jeff-in.com (812) 285-6440
June 18 & 19 - Charlestown Founders Day Balloon Glow and Race - Glow 8:30-10:00 Friday evening, race Saturday 7:30 p.m. Charlestown State Park.
June 19 - Ohio River Sweep - Falls of the Ohio, Clarksville - The Park coordinates the Clark County effort as part of a multi-state program, which provides free tee shirts for all participants. Join us - and bring along some friends! We welcome scouts, schools and civic organizations to volunteer and help us clean up the riverbank at four different sites. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970 www.fallsoftheohio.org
June 25 - 27 - Charlestown Founders Day
celebration - Greenway Park. Arts & crafts booths, food, fireworks,
parade, 5K walk/run and more. Balloon Glow June 19, Balloon race June 20
(812) 256-7126
www.charlestownbicentennialcelebration.com
Entertainment and events in Greenway Park.
June - Paws for a Cold, Wet Nose, Jeffersonville - Animal Protection's 8th Annual Garden Party fundraiser. Buffet dinner, silent auction, door prizes. All proceeds benefit animals in our community. Tickets $20. (812) 283-6555 or (812) 246-4999. Preservation Station, Market Street - 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. Animal Protection Association is a no-kill shelter located at 702 E. 11th St., Jeffersonville
July 4—Jeffersonville Celebrating Freedom Parade—Downtown Jeffersonville. Starts at 11a.m. at Spring St & Riverside Dr. (812) 282-1231 or (812) 282-1184
July - Clark County 4-H Fair, Clark County Fairgrounds, Highway 62, Charlestown; 4-H and Livestock Exhibits, July 12 - July 17; Special Events - Tractor Pull, July 11; Go Karts, July 15; Mud Drags, July 17; Demolition Derby, July 18; Carnival Rides and Concessions, July 13 - 18; (812) 256-4591
July - J.B. Ogle 5th Annual Golf Scramble, Jeffersonville Elks Course, Jeffersonville - Scramble benefits the Clark County Spay and Neuter Program for the J. B. Ogle Animal Shelter. All donations are tax deductible and all proceeds go exclusively for the spay and neuter fund. Tournament will be a four-person best ball scramble with shotgun start. Award to 1st place team, 2nd and 3rd draw numbers. Prizes for: Longest drive and closest to the pin. Raffles for 100 Scratch off lottery tickets and Party Time basket. Hole sponsors needed. For more info contact Harry Wilder (812) 282-0071. Entry fee includes green fees, cart rental and Elks Chicken dinner. Elks Club, 1820 Charlestown-Jeff Pike (812) 282-4801
August - Family Fun Fair, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 10a.m.-4p.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
August - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
August - "Rock the Rocks", Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center, 201 West Riverside Drive, Clarksville; 5th Annual fund raiser - This popular annual fund raising event includes music, food, libations with bourbon tasting, a silent auction, fossil bed hike, and viewing of the center's films and exhibits. The dress is casual. $60 in advance per person and $75 day of event; 6:00-10:00 p.m. Call 812-283-4999 for tickets; www.fallsoftheohio.org
August 27-28—Sellersburg Celebrates—Enjoy the annual Sellersburg Celebrates! festival in Silver Creek Township Park this weekend. Lots of food and specialty booths, balloon glow Friday, helicopter rides, entertainment, parade Saturday, car show, children's activities and music. Friday 6-11 p.m., Saturday 10a.m.-11p.m. This is one of the best community festivals around and it gets better every year. For more information call (812) 246-5396 or go to www.sellersburgcelebrates.com
August 28-29— Art in Speed Park—Beautiful shady park featuring juried fine arts & crafts for show and sale, food & entertainment. Sat 10a.m.—6p.m.. Sun 11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m. (812) 246-5396.
August - Touch A Truck in Clarksville - Clarksville Town Hall - Touch A Truck returns to the Clarksville Town Hall/Community Center from 10 a.m. to noon. This is a chance for children of all ages to get up close and personal with their favorite big rig, police cars, fire trucks or school bus, and many other vehicles will be on display for children to look at, explore, possibly even climb on or sit in. Admission to Touch A Truck is free. No preregistration is required. If anyone is interested in bringing a truck for display at the event call (812) 283-5313.
September 6 - Archaeology Day, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m.-4:00p.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
September 11 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
September 18-19 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 9:30a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
September - Annual Hidden Hill Bluegrass Extravaganza from 12 noon to 8 pm featuring four bluegrass and old-time music bands. The nursery will unveil its new "Fairies Wheel", a 15-foot ferris wheel decorated with ceramic fairies done by Louisville Clay at 2 pm, and their new Double-Decker garden train at 4 pm. Visitors can enjoy Buffalo Barbeque, Huber Wine Tasting and a "Slow Food" dinner. There also will be several local artists on hand. No charge for events, but a $5 close-in parking fee. See hiddenhillnursery.com for more information.
September 18 - Fossil Festival, Falls
of the Ohio, Clarksville - This event, sponsored by the Falls of the
Ohio Foundation, features:
Guest speakers and workshops for hobbyists, educators and anyone curious
about fossils, and earth's history. Saturday afternoon programs include:
- The Geology of Coal and Carbon Issues - Dr. Steve Greb, Kentucky
Geological Survey
- Fossils in the Ohio Valley - Dan Phelps, Kentucky
Paleontological Society
- Minerals of the Ohio Valley - Charles Oldham, Crestwood,
Kentucky
- Minerals and Life - Dr. Nelson Shaffer, Indiana Geological
Survey
On Sunday afternoon, Fossil Collect Tips - Rick Schrantz, Kentucky
Paleontological Society
- More than a dozen vendors selling fossils, minerals, educational material
and food line the parking lot.
- Collect Silurian and Devonian fossils from special rock piles (more than
30 tons) donated and staffed by Hanson Aggregates. (Fossil collecting is
not permitted anywhere else in the park.) Typically 800 to 900 kids of all
ages search for "treasures" to take home.
- Mineral collecting pile from Rosiclare, Illinois! Look for
fluorite and other colorful minerals.
- Children's Activity Area with a variety of crafts activities
scheduled, including pet rocks, weather rocks, and more - courtesy of the
Kyana Geological Society and the Girl Scouts of America.
- Resource Tent where you can get fossils and rocks identified by
members of the Indiana Society for Paleontology, the Kentucky
Paleontological Society and the Kyana Geological Society - bring in your
mystery rocks! Pick up information from many other fossil parks in North
America, as well as information and free literature from the Indiana and
Kentucky Geological Surveys and other organizations.
- Enjoy guided walks on the fossil beds, including extended hikes on the
outer fossil beds (river level permitting).
- For teachers - special educator's workshop on geology and fossils and the
chance to win one of three geology collections for the classroom.
Proceeds benefit the education programs at the Falls of the Ohio State Park,
which reach some 12,000 students each year!
Sat. 9:00a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sun. 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr.
(812) 280-9970
www.fallsoftheohio.org/fossil_festival.html
October 2 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 10:00a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
October 10 - Outer Fossil Bed Hike, Falls of the Ohio State Park, Clarksville - 10:00a.m. 201 W. Riverside Dr. (812) 280-9970. fallsoftheohio.org
October - Oktoberfest on the River, Rocky's Sub Pub and Buckhead Mountain Grill, Jeffersonville Riverfront; Rocky's and Buckhead's are teaming up to host Oktoberfest on the River which will feature live music and impressive beer lineup (20 craft, import, and Oktoberfest style beers on hand, including selections from the Bluegrass Brewing Company and the New Albanian Brewing Company); Food will also be available for purchase; The Sharpenstein Polka Band will perform 2:30 - 5:30 p.m., while Josh Glauber and Holly Jackson will provide the evening entertainment beginning at 8 p.m.; Entry fee is $5 person and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Clark County Red Cross
October - Fourth Annual Legends of Charlestown, Charlestown State Park, Highway 62, Charlestown; Weekend events trace the history of Charlestown from settlements of early Native Americans, to the launching point of the Lewis and Clark Expedition just down the river, to the great flood of 1937 and the construction of the Indiana Army Ammunition plant along Indiana 62 during World War II. Reenactors from the Revolutionary War, Civil War and World War II eras are planning to attend the event. Other events include local legend hike, a night woods walk and videos from local historians Tom Chapman and Troy McCormick of the former Rose Island amusement park and the Indiana Army Ammunition Plant, respectively. Friday, Local Legends Hike at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday Rose Island video at 1 p.m., Night woods walk at 7:15 p.m.; Sunday Powder Plant video at 1 p.m.; Park admission is $5 per car for Indiana residents, $7 per out-of-state residents; Charlestown State Park office 812-256-5600
October - Harvest Celebration, Charlestown State Park, Highway 62 Charlestown; Camping event to celebrate the arrival of the fall season will include a campsite decorating contest to coincide with the fall theme, campfire storytelling, trail hikes, a haunted hike, a cornhole tournament and a stargazing event hosted by the Louisville Astronomical Society; Friday Storytelling 7:00 p.m., Saturday Harvest/Fall Decorating contest deadline is Noon, Haunted Hike at 6:00 p.m. and Stargazing event at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday Cornhole Tournament at 1:30 p.m.; Park admission is $5 per car for Indiana residents, $7 per out-of-state residents; Charlestown State Park, 812-256-5600
October - Lewis and Clark Falls of the Ohio Festival, Clark Homesite, Harrison Avenue, Clarksville; An early 1800's reenactment at the George Rogers Clark Home Site of the Falls of the Ohio State Park on Harrison Avenue commemorating George Rogers Clark's life. There are activities for everyone to enjoy, including historic games and music, as well as demonstrations by period craftsmen. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (812) 280-9970, www.fallsoftheohio.org
October - Autumn on the River - 15th Annual,
historic Bethlehem; Tour the restored 1927 schoolhouse, historic tours by
tram, 1812 reenactments, arts and crafts, food to suit the most
discriminating taste buds; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday Noon - 5
p.m.; Special events - Auction - Saturday 10:00 a.m., Parade - Saturday 2:30
p.m., Veterans honored - Saturday 2:00 p.m.; No admission charge; David
Abbott 502-931-4669 or Andrea Oles 317-491-4146
Saturday October 17
10:00 a.m. Benefit Auction - New, used and antique items; Gift
Certificates
12:00 p.m. Horseshoe Contest - Register 11:00 - 11:45
Contact Jeff Shepard, 256-9458
12:00 p.m.- 1:00 Prince/Princess Contest - ages 4-6, held at Festival
Grounds
1:00 - 2:00 The Trouble with Boys Perform
2:00 Special Ceremony honoring Veterans
2:30 p.m. Parade
3:00 - 4:30 Square Dancing
6:00 Balloon Glow
Historic Tours by Carriage during Festival hours
Sunday October 18
11:00 Church Service
12:00 Randy & Marsha Hensley perform
12:00 Corn Hole Contest - Register 11:00 - 11:45
Contact Jeff Shepard, 256-9458
1:00 Dog Show: Call (812) 248-2484
2:00-5:00 Marlinaires performs
Historic Tours by Tram during Festival Hours
October - Hops and Shops in historic downtown Jeffersonville; Enjoy an evening devoted to food, drink and shopping in historic downtown Jeffersonville; Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 day of the event; Wine and beer tastings, appetizers and great sales; To purchase tickets http://www.jeffmainstreet.org/2009_hops_in_shops/ or many downtown shops have tickets; Sponsored by Jeff Main Street, Inc.
October - "Nightmare at the Fair", Clark County 4-H Fairgrounds, 9608 Highway 62, Charlestown; The haunt is composed of 11 rooms: morgue, body bag, electrocution, polka dot maze, spider, fog vortex, clown, never ending hallway, grave yard, and drop panel hallway; A hayride through the haunted fairgrounds is part of the admission price; Admission is $8 per person and group rate is $6 per person for groups of 10 or more - advance sales only (ticketsales@nightmareatthefair.com); the Haunt is produced by the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville and the Clark County 4-H Club Adult Leaders; www.nightmareatthefair.com
November - 7th Annual Holiday Open House,
Historic Downtown Jeffersonville - 6 - 9p.m. - Ride the trolley, see the
sights, taste the sweets and shop till you drop! Presented by Downtown
Merchants, Participants: 300 Spring, Baby Chic, CCF & Crafts & Gifts,
Choices, Community Home Medical, Designer Fragrance, Gatherings Romantic
Decor, Gold's Pawn Shop, Grinny Possum Fiber Arts, Horner Novelty, Lavender
Hill, Leslie Lewis & Associates, LifeSprings, Market Street Inn Bed &
Breakfast, Office Supply, Pearls, Petunias Boutique, Salon 253, Schimpff's
Confectionery, Springs Salon & Spa, Sugar Maples;
www.jeffmainstreet.org
November - Light Up Charlestown - Greenway Park, - Be sure to be in Greenway Park at 6:20 p.m. when Mayor Bob Hall and Clerk Treasurer Donna Coomer welcome the crowd to Light Up Charlestown. At 6:45, Hall and Coomer will lead the countdown to the light up, and at 6:45 the lights will come on! The Concession Stand will open at 5 p.m. on the day of Light Up Charlestown, where the Charlestown Beautification Committee will sell hot chocolate, while the Charlestown High School Cheerleaders and Charlestown High School Theatre will sell baked goods.m
December 4, 5, 11 & 12 - Picture Your Pet With Santa, Clarksville & New Albany - Treat your pet (and/or kids) to a visit with Santa and help adoptable pets. Professional photo packages - same day service. Photo packages start at $12. Photo gift items start at $9 and will be back in time for holiday giving. Animal Protection Association, Feeder's Supply, 229 E. Lewis and Clark Parkway, Clarksville. - Floyd County Animal Rescue League, Feeder's Supply, 4300 Grant Line Road, New Albany - Saturday 10a.m.-4p.m., Sunday noon-4p.m.
December 12 - Christmas Open House, Howard Steamboat Museum, Jeffersonville - 1101 E. Market Street (812) 283-3728 steamboatmuseum.org
2011
January - 23rd Annual Kentuckiana Farm Toy Show, Clarksville - Over 8000 sq. ft. of farm toys. Admission $2 per person, 12 and under free. Friday night 6-9p.m., Saturday 9a.m.-3p.m. Snack bar and rest area, door prizes. Holiday Inn Lakeview, 505 Marriott Dr. (812) 283-4411. For more info call Dale Brown (812) 293-3118.
Attractions
Atlantis Water Park
515 Marriott Drive • Clarksville, Indiana
(812) 285-086328,000 Square Foot Wave Pool, over a quarter-mile of water slides, sand volleyball, gift shop, ice cream stand, and a new large play area for kids. Opens Memorial weekend. 11:00a.m.-6:00p.m. daily. $6.00 per person Mon-Fri $8.00 Saturday and Sunday. Groups of 20 or more $1.00 off with advance reservations. Season passes are also available for $59.00 per person. Available for corporate parties, company picnics, and after hours private parties.
Carnegie Center for Art & History
201 East Spring Street • New Albany, Indiana
(812) 944-7336
www.carnegiecenter.org
Hours: 10:00am - 5:30pmAn art & history museum, home of the ever-popular Yenawine Exhibit - a hand carved, animated diorama depicting scenes of life in early Indiana.
Cathedral Gardens
1314 Hebron Church Road • Henryville, Indiana
(812) 294-3193
http://www.cathedralgardens.com
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday; open May - October
After eight years of construction, CATHEDRAL GARDENS opened for tours, small garden weddings and conferences in 2003. The 10 acres of gardens are surrounded by a 50 acre private estate populated by rolling hills and oak forest
Culbertson Mansion Historic Site
914 East Main Street • New Albany, Indiana
(812) 944-9600
http://www.in.gov/ism/HistoricSites/Culbertson/Historic.aspHours: Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm • Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
A Victorian mansion that stands as an impressive tribute to one of Indiana's leading merchants and philanthropists, William Culbertson.
Derby Dinner Playhouse
525 Marriott Drive • Clarksville, IN
(812) 288-8281
http://www.derbydinner.comIndiana's oldest dinner theater - 25 years of entertaining millions of people. Fabulous food and spectacular shows.
Falls of the Ohio State Park & Interpretive Center
201 Riverside Drive • Clarksville, Indiana
(812) 280-9970
http://www.fallsoftheohio.orgHours: Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm • Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Travel back to when Southern Indiana was covered by a salt water sea as you discover the world-renown fossil beds that date back 400 million years. There are 220 acres of exposed Devonian fossil beds to explore. The Interpretive Center features a full size mammoth skeleton, plus there are exhibits on geology, history and cultural development of the Falls of the Ohio. A spectacular audiovisual show is also offered.
Forest Discovery Center
533 Louis Smith Road • Starlight, Indiana
(812) 923-1590
http://www.forestcenter.comHours: Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
Experience the forest at this National award winning attraction! Stroll through an indoor forest, complete with a running stream. The Forest Discovery Center Theatre offers a presentation "Keepers of the Forest". Other features include a mini-theatre, which features four short films, a 1,000 square foot marquetry mural, interactive exhibits and a manufacturing tour of Koetter's Woodworking Plant state-of-the-art rough mill plant.
Hidden Hill Nursery
1011 Utica-Charlestown Road • Utica, Indiana
812-280-0347
http://www.hiddenhillnursery.comHours:
Fridays 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sundays 12 noon - 5 p.m.
or by appointment
As seen on HGTV's "Secret Gardens" this one-of-a-kind garden and art collection offers rare trees and plants and garden sculpture in a whimsical setting. Special events and exhibits add to the festivities of this unique treasure.
Huber Orchard, Winery and Farm Market19816 Huber Road • Starlight, Indiana
Farm Market - (812)923-9463 • Winery - (812)923-WINE
http://www.huberwinery.comHours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00am - 5:00pm
The farm, established in 1843, offers 600 breathtaking acres perfect for either a family or romantic getaway. Features Farm, Market, Cheese Factory, Winery with 22 international award-winning wine verities, petting zoo, and gift shop with arts, crafts, collectibles and souvenirs.
Howard Steamboat Museum
1101 East Market Street • Jeffersonville Indiana
(812) 283-3728
http://www.steamboatmuseum.orgHours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm • Sunday 1:00pm - 4:00pm
A 22-room, late Victorian mansion features stained and leaded glass windows, intricate hand carved and original furnishings. Artifacts & models of famous boats built in the Howard Shipyards are exhibited.
Jeffersonville Walking Tour
113 West Chestnut Street • Jeffersonville, Indiana
(812) 283-0301
http://www.jeffmainstreet.orgHours Vary - Please Call for more Info
Tour historic Jeffersonville to see restored buildings of Italianate, Queene Anne, Federal, Victorian Gothic and other styles.
Joe Huber Family Farm & Restaurant
2421 Scottsville Road • Starlight, Indiana
(812) 923-5255
http://www.joehubers.comHours: Monday-Saturday 11:00am - 8:00pm • Sunday 11:00am - 6:00pm
A family restaurant the features country-style dinners. Stroll or take a wagon ride through the fields of strawberries, pumpkins, flowers and daylilies, and the apple orchard. Visit the farm market & gift shop filled with fresh fruit, vegetables, handcrafted gift items and all kinds of farm related gifts.
Schimpff's Confectionery
347 Spring Street • Jeffersonville, Indiana
(812) 283-8367
http://www.schimpffs.comFor a taste of nostalgia and to satisfy your sweet tooth stop by and visit one of Indiana's "Hidden Treasures" in Jeffersonville. Famous for in cinnamon red-hots. Schimpff's is a fourth generation, family-owned business that features a soda fountain , the original tin ceiling, antique, antique memorabilia and tasty candies.
Scribner House
106 East Main Street • New Albany, Indiana
(812) 949-1776Hours Vary - Please Call for more info.
The house was built in 1814 by Joel Scribner, one of New Albany's founders (1813). It contains antiques, books, paintings, toys, textiles, photographs, family histories, and letters, much of which belonged to the Scribner family. The house was lived in by the Scribner family from 1814 to 1917. It was then purchased by the Piankeshaw Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution that was founded in 1898.
Stumler's Restaurant and Orchard
10924 St. John's Road • Borden, Indiana
(812) 923-3832
http://www.stumlers.com/
Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 8:00pm • Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 9:00pm • Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pmSet among the lush, rolling hills or Southern Indiana, the orchard offers a charming country atmosphere. The restaurant has a weekend buffet along with the regular menu. Of course a marvelous variety of fruits and vegetables is served fresh in season. See the petting zoo, fish feeding, shuffleboard, putt-putt golf, hayrides and farm market.
The Old Bridge Inn
131 W. Chestnut St.
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
(812) 284 3580
866 284 3580
Linda Williams, innkeeper
innbridge@aol.com
www.oldbridgeinn.com
