Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Photography Weekend

April 12 – April 14

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park’s Photography Weekend consists of a nature photography contest with an evening program, & an award ceremony. The guest judge and speaker is Chuck Summers. Plaques will be awarded for Best in Show, 1st, and 2nd place in each photography category. Pre-registered participants will be emailed their rules packet. Contestants may begin taking photographs for the contest at 5:00 A.M. on Friday. They must submit their contest photographs by 2:00 P.M. on Saturday. Photographs must be taken within the contest boundary.

Early registration via the website is $35 up until the week before the contest, or you can pay upon arrival the week of the contest for $40.

You may register at the link below: https://secure.kentucky.gov/formservices/Parks/Photography

Wild African Adventures in Art by Maureen C. Berry

April 12-May 16

Anne P. Baker Gallery

The Anne P. Baker Gallery presents “Wild African Adventures in Art,” a multimedia exhibit by Maureen C. Berry. This collection is comprised of nearly 70 pieces and will be on display from April 12 through May 16, 2024. The community is invited to an opening reception on Friday, April 12, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Maureen C. Berry is an American visual artist based in Kentucky. She was first a food writer, seafood cookbook author, photographer, and speaker focusing on sustainability. She transitioned to art in 2020 after a life-threatening cancer diagnosis. Maureen’s core philosophy is to share stories of hope through art and show how humans can protect, preserve, and coexist with wildlife without sacrifice.

This exhibit includes watercolors, photographs, inks, acrylics, textiles, and other forms of media. Some items will be available for purchase.

The Anne P. Baker Gallery is located inside the Glema Mahr Center for the Arts on the campus of Madisonville Community College. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours on Glema Center event days. Gallery admission is free. For more information regarding this exhibit visit GlemaCenter.org or contact Toby Roberts at 270-821-2787 or [email protected]. 

Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Evening of Stars

April 12 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ballard Convention Center 

The Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the annual Evening of Stars. There will be appetizers, dinner, and a cash bar. They will also be presenting the Hopkins Chamber’s annual Business Awards and bringing back a fan favorite – The Wine & Bourbon Pull! This is an event you don’t want to miss!

Eykamp String Quartet

April 12 @ 7:00 pm

Glema Mahr Center for the Arts

Members of the Eykamp String Quartet serve as principal string players of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra, as Artists in Residence at the University of Evansville, and as educational ambassadors. The Eykamp String Quartet is made possible by the special underwriting of Rita, Richard and Dorothy Eykamp, friends of the University of Evansville, and the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra.

This series has been made possible by the Enduring Legacy of Mrs. Glema Mahr. Tickets: $25 general admission; Students: free

Colors for Care 5K

April 13 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Madisonville City Park 

 The Colors For Care 5K Run/Walk and MAD Dash is in support of the Hopkins County Community Clinic. This colorful event will be on Saturday, April 13th at 9 am at Madisonville City Park. Participate and get covered with bright color dust as you run in support to continue providing health screenings and free primary care to underserved members of our community.

Western Kentucky Speedway- Spring Fling IV

April 13 @ 3:00 pm

Western Kentucky Speedway

Join the Western Kentucky Speedway for their Spring Fling IV! They will be holding all regular classes (CRUSA Street Stock, Factory Stock, Rusty Bolt, Min Stock, and Economies.)

3 pm- Pits open | 4 pm- Stands open | 5 pm- Draw close | 5:15 pm- Drivers meeting | 5:45 pm- Qualifying

Pit Pass:     Adult: $35/Ages 3-10: $10/Under 3: free

General Admission:   Adult: $12/10 & Under: free

Star Party

April 13 @ 7:00 pm

Mahr Park Arboretum

Join us for a FREE night under the stars at Event Barn B.

Ross Workman will guide us through a sky presentation with telescopes available for viewing.

Live Music by Jonathan Len

April 13 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Duggers Bar & Grill

Join Duggers Bar & Grill on April 13th for live music by Paducah musician, Jonathan Len!

Sunday Seminar: Ironweed Native Plant Nursery

April 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Mahr Park Arboretum

Location: Mahr Park Arboretum, Event Barn A
Join Alicia Bosela, owner of Ironweed Native Plant Nursery at Mahr Park Arboretum, for an informative presentation on the importance of native plants to our natural world and the native plants of Kentucky. Alicia will also have native plants to sell on this day.

The event is free and open to the public; donations are kindly accepted for our speaker.