Schedule of Events 2010   

Bullitt County is located just twenty miles south of Louisville. I-65 exits 105,112,116,117, and 121 have some of Kentucky’s best attractions, most comfortable lodging and affordable dining options. We have just what you need to have an exciting visit. Please call the contact listed to verify times and dates. Events dates & times are subject to change.

All Year Long

First Saturday Nature Exploration Stations
On the first Saturday of every month volunteers in Bernheim’s Training-for-Naturalists program lead fun and entertaining Nature Exploration Stations at the Visitor Center. Both children and adults enjoy the varied interpretations of the nature of Bernheim at these events. The First Saturday program offers changing experiences each month. You might get to stroke a snake, look a toad in eye, hear hidden stories in plants and trees, figure out the food chain, and discover a whole lot more about your connections with nature. And you can get in touch with your natural creativity through take home nature inspired craft projects. Age 5 and up.
Time: Anytime between 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center 502-955-8512 www.bernheim.org
Fee: Free with admission and to Bernheim members

 March

Kid’s fest
Second Saturday in March – A festival designed to entertain and educate children 12 years old and under. Children must be supervised by an adult. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free admission.
Location: Exit 117; Paroquet Springs Conference Centre & Expo Hall
Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641)
information@bullittchamber.org

 April

Knob Creek Military Gun Show & Shoot
April 9, 10 & 11, 2010 - Nations largest show and shoot for traders, shooters and Spectators. Knob Creek Gun Range is open year around for your shooting enjoyment! The facility is encompassed by more than 600 acres & designed to provide you & your family a safe shooting environment.
www.machinegunshoot.com
www.knobcreekrange.com
E-mail address: kennysumner@bellsouth.net
Location: Exit 117; Hwy 44 W.
Contact: Kenny Sumner (502-922-4457)

North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
April 24th – This event is full of “on the edge of your seat” excitement. Don’t miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00pm
Location: Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox or gppoynter@aol.com (502-396-4604)

 May

Mt. Washington Spring Festival
Fri & Sat May 7th & 8th – If you are looking for a place to spend quality time with the entire family, this is the great place. Mt. Washington Spring Fling will offer craft booths, food, parade, pageants and tons of fun stuff. Don’t miss the Kick off to spring.
Location: Exit 117, HWY 44 E. Mt. Washington
Contact: Bill Breeden (502-538-4897)

Mt. Washington Spring Fling 5K Run/Walk
Second Saturday May 8th – This 5K Run/Walk will take place in Mt. Washington, one of two run / walks in the county. The 5K will start at 8:00a.m. Registration fee will be $12.00 if you pre-register before May 1st or register the day of for $15.00. Come sign up and accomplish your goals by signing up to participate in the run or the walk. Set your own pace, have fun and hope to see you there.
Location: St. Francis Church
Contact: Amy Puritt (502-802-0802)

Bloomfest & Plant Sale
Third Saturday 8am-5pm
The annual plant sale will give you an opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind plant for your garden. Bernheim also provides a host of informal programs in planting, design, pruning, and arboretum walks to help you better take care of your new plants. Please come and start off your planting season right. Bloomin Brunch, kite flying and more
Location: Exit 112, East on HWY 245, one mile off the exit.
Contact: www.bernheim.org (502-955-8512)

 June

Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce
Golf Scramble 
June 11th - Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641) information@bullittchamber.org

Red Crow Indian Pow Wow
First full weekend June 5 & 6 – The Indian Pow Wow displays an array of cultural background to educate and entertain. See traditional dance competition performed in colorful cultural costumes. Native American vendors exhibit arts and crafts. Traders, dancers, food & cultural exhibits are just some of the experience you will have when you attend.
Location: Shepherdsville City Park, Exit 117
Contact: Linda Dishon (502-543-8582) ewasee@insightbb.com

Lebanon Junction Spring Fling
First Sat, June 5, The LJ Community along with the LJ Fire dept come together for a block party to benefit the Crusade for Children, Live Music Food & Fun.
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Marsha Puckett (502-833-2571) Tobee Taylor 502-833-9364
E-mail: marshapuckett@bellsouth.net

Free Fishing at Bernhheim
June 5 & 6 Bring the whole family for a day of free fishing
in one of Bernheim’s great lakes. 502-955-8512 www.bernheim.org

Bullitt County Fair
June 14th – 19th –Get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy work week. Bring your family to the fair and enjoy pageants, rides, horse shows and motocross events. Don’t miss out. Email btsauction@yahoo.com 
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt Co. Fairgrounds
Contact: Ruth Sohm (502-543-4855)

 July

4th of July Bullitt Blast
A great time for the whole family. There will be food, rides and activities for children, music, competitions, and fantastic fireworks display over the Salt River. Come join us for this free celebration. www.travelbullitt.org
Location: Exit 117; Paroquet Springs Conference Centre
Contact: Troy Beam (502-543-8687)

Annual Salt River Canoe Race
4th of July – Compete for the trophy, or take a scenic ride down the Salt River. Come and enjoy any activity you decide to take on. Canoeing is a great way to excise and relieve stress. Sign up and have fun at the same time.
Location: Exit 117; Shepherdsville
Contact: Bullitt County YMCA, (502-543-3985)

North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday July 31st – This event is full of “on the edge of your seat” excitement. Don’t miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00pm
Location: Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox or gppoynter@aol.com (502-396-4604)

 August

Bluegrass 101 Festival
August 27th & 28th
I-65 exit 112 Friday 6:00 till 10:00pm and Saturday Noon till 10:00pm. Admission is Friday - $10.00, Saturday - $15.00 or both days - $20.00. Children 12 and under FREE. The bands are Bluegrass 101, Men of the Week, Whistlen Rufus, Tommy Brown and the County Line Grass, Gene Thompson and Crossroad, along with Paul Williams and the Victory Trio. We would love to have you come out and be with us on the 28th and 29th. It will be held under a large pavilion rain or shine "the show will go on". All net proceeds will go toward the WHAS Crusade for Children. For more information call 502-507-5449 or 502-252-9004 Pam Waldrgidge…Bands subject to change. www.bluegrass101.com

 September  

BUGFEST!
First Saturday
On This First Saturday Nature Discovery Day Bernheim will be a buzz with all sorts of fun as we explore insects and other little crawly things. Free programs and activities at the Visitor Center from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. will celebrate our diminutive neighbors.
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Place: Visitor Center www.bernheim.org 502-955-8512
Fee: Free with admission and to Bernheim members

Bernheim Connectivity Festival & Fall Plant Sale
Second Saturday
Bernheim’s twice-yearly plant sales are always eagerly anticipated events. You’ll find a distinctive variety of plants propagated from Bernheim’s own collections, along with a varied selection of other unique trees, shrubs, grasses and perennial herbaceous plants. All are suitable for north central Kentucky growing. Bernheim is a great place to expand your mind, body, spirit and connect with nature – and your garden! 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., Members Only - 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Open to the Public. Visitor Center.
Location: Exit 112, East on HWY 245, one mile off the exit.
Contact: www.bernheim.org (502-955-8512)

North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday Sep 25th– This event is full of “on the edge of your seat” excitement. Don’t miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox or GPPoynter@aol.com 502-396-4604)

Mt. Washington Fall Festival
Saturday Sept. 18th - If you are looking for an event to spend some quality time with your loved ones, this is the place. Mt. Washington Fall Festival will offer craft booths, food, rides, drawings, car show and tons of fun STUFF! Don't miss the kick off to fall.
Contact: Bryan Gifford 502-693-0996 bmarchers@alltel.net 

 October

Lebanon Jct. Old Fashion Days
First Fri, Sat. Oct 1nd & 2nd– Celebrate with a little down home fun. Come visit the Old Fashion Days and you will enjoy rides, craft booths, home made jewelry, country music and much more.
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Marsha Puckett (502-833-2571)
E-mail: marshapuckett@bellsouth.net

Knob Creek Military Gun Show & Shoot
Second full weekend – Nations largest show and shoot for traders, shooters and Spectators. Knob Creek Gun Range is open year around for your shooting enjoyment! The facility is encompassed by more than 600 acres & designed to provide you & your family a safe shooting environment.
www.machinegunshoot.com
E-mail address: kennysumner@bellsouth.net
Location: Exit 117; Hwy 44 W.
Contact: Kenny Sumner (502-922-4457)

Bullitt County Health Fair & Business Expo 
Oct 23rd –Free Health Screenings, over 50 booths to help improve your health. Attend a health seminar taught by experts. Have your questions answered. Save time & money have several screenings done in one day. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No Appointment Necessary!
Location: Paroquet Springs Conference Centre
Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641) information@bullittchamber.org

Bernheim’s Colorfest
Third weekend – Spectacular fall color, Nature craft demonstrations and exhibits. Hikes and guided walks, music, pumpkin carving, kid’s activities, call for more information.
Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest
Contact: www.bernheim.org (502-955-8512)

Home Run 5K Run/Walk
Fourth Saturday - The Home Of The Innocents will now be the coordinator for this event. Location will be at Bernheim forest for that scenic route we all so love. Contact The Home of The Innocents for details and registration. Location: Exit 112; Hwy 245 at Bernheim Forest. Contact: www.homeoftheinnocents.org

 December

Light up Shepherdsville
First Friday, Dec 3rd – Refreshment begin at 6:00 p.m. Bring the kids out to visit with Santa and watch the City Park light up with joy when you visit. This holiday event is a great way to spend the holiday season with your family, don’t miss it.
Location: Shepherdsville City Park
Contact: City of Shepherdsville 543-2923

Christmas in the City, Lebanon Jct.
First Sat, Dec 4th – Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow… come visit Santa at the Community Center along with refreshments, games, carriage rides and much more. 4:30 to 6:30
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Marsha Puckett (502-833-2571) woopswoo@juno.net