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October 2020
Oil Painting Weekend
If you've always wanted to learn how to paint, this is your weekend! Learn the wet-on-wet method of oil painting by creating your very own landscape painting. Fees: $70 for one class or $130 for two classes and the Friday night program. Maximum of 17 participants per class, so sign-up early. For more information, call (270) 797-3421.
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Fall Dog Friendly Hike
A fall hike in the woods led by guide Chip Tate and your furry canine friend is welcome to attend, provided it is non-aggressive. Please pick up after your pet and retractable leads are not recommended. Meet at the Welcome Center 10 minutes prior to the hike and wear weather appropriate clothing and shoes. Insect repellent is recommended. Call (270) 584-9017 for more information.
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Show and Go Car Club Cruise-In
Satisfy your craving for classic cars every second Saturday of the month April through October! Bring the family to the Brother's Bar-B-Que to view the lovingly restored vintage automobiles on display. Bring your lawn chairs. It's fun and free admission. There will be a 50/50 pot and door prize drawings. For more information, call (270) 836-9005.
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Spooky Extravaganza
Come enjoy our Halloween activities! We will be making "It's Fall Y'all" Shirts, and have contests for best Jack-o-lantern, campsite decorating, and costumes! We will even have a Halloween trail decorated for you to enjoy. Come camp and see what prizes you can win on this spooky weekend. We will provide treat bags for guests staying at the park. Please note that this event is only available for those staying at the campground, lodge rooms, and cottages this year due…
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2020 Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House is the Chamber's annual event to support local member merchants. Over 60 participants will offer special discounts and give-a-ways on Friday, November 6th and Saturday, November 7th. The grand prize for one lucky shopper will be a $250 Chamber check that can be used at any of our Chamber member businesses. We have also teamed up with Independence Bank and they will be providing a limited number of shoppers with the opportunity for an exclusive bag pick…
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Fall Scrapbooking Weekend
Enjoy a spacious table to work all weekend, plus a chance to win scrapbook-related prizes. Registration fee is $30 and is limited to 54 participants. To be added to the email distribution list send a request to [email protected] For more information, call (270) 797-3421.
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Saturday of the Month Hiking Series
The Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park naturalist will lead a free hike on the first Saturday of each month. Winter hikes will focus on rock formations, sunsets, and landscapes glistening with ice and snow. Enjoy native wildflowers blooming during the spring hikes and take a break from the heat during evening summer hikes. Don't miss the fall hikes to see the changing color of the forest.Hikes vary from half-mile to 3-miles, with easy to moderate terrain. Wear proper clothing and…
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Windows into Bethlehem – Drive – Thru Nativity
First Christian Church in Madisonville will host a drive-thru shadow nativity with live participants on Sunday, December 20, 2020 from 6 pm - 7 pm. The story of Jesus' birth will be told with five different shadow scenes. Each car will be greeted with a sweet treat and invited to tune their radios to 105.9 FM to hear music for the occasion. The event will continue as long as cars are coming through. Admission is free.
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Saturday of the Month Hiking Series
The Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park naturalist will lead a free hike on the first Saturday of each month. Winter hikes will focus on rock formations, sunsets, and landscapes glistening with ice and snow. Enjoy native wildflowers blooming during the spring hikes and take a break from the heat during evening summer hikes. Don't miss the fall hikes to see the changing color of the forest.Hikes vary from half-mile to 3-miles, with easy to moderate terrain. Wear proper clothing and…
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Deck the Park
The Hopkins County Tourist & Convention Commission and the City of Madisonville are excited to present Deck the Park featuring Liquid Fireworks by Waltzing Waters, Inc. This elaborate show incorporates water, lights and Christmas music while allowing families to enjoy from the comfort of their vehicles. The Liquid Fireworks show will take place nightly from 5 pm – 10 pm at the Madisonville City Park beginning on November 26 running through January 1, 2021. Visitors are asked to enter the…
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