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Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Night
Upbeat Cafe' & Music Venue
Live Local and Regional Music on stage. Every Wednesday is Open Mic Night. This little nook in the heart of downtown Georgetown is ready for your enjoyment. 117 North Broadway, For information, 502-863-5445 or for dates and times of entertainment check out the website.
Every Friday Night
The Java Shop
At Factory Stores behind Cracker Barrel has free WIFI and free Concerts every Friday Night at 8 p.m. For scheduled appearances check out the website at: www.myspace.com/thejavashopmusicvenue or call 502-229-6675
Every Saturday Night
Lock N Key Coffee House & Cafe
Live Entertainment every Saturday at 3 p.m. For information, 502-867-1972
Weekly
Cedar Post/Fat Boys BBQ Restaurant Karaoke Night
Located US25 North of downtown Georgetown. Karaoke night, 6-10 p.m.
October 1-31, 2010
Old Friends
Retired thoroughbred horse farm. Tours every evening through October. 7 p.m. 1841 Paynes Depot Road. For appointment, 502-863-1775
October-December, 2010
Ongoing Art Exhibitions
Anne Wright Wilson Fine Arts building, College Street. For information, 502-863-8399 or www.georgetowncollege.edu/art/gallery/gallery.htm#general
October-December, 2010
Kentucky Horse Park
Select this link for a pdf of upcoming events at Kentucky Horse Park.
October 1 & 8, 2010
Shack Shakin' Hoedowners & The Boot Scootin' Bunch
Clogging and line-dancing, mixers, and children's routines. 5:30 p.m. Factory Stores of America, 401 Outlet Center Drive. For information, 502-542-7058
October 1-3, 2010
"Honk" presented by Georgetown Community Theatre
Directed by Terry Hammer. Produced by Rachel Nipper and Sarah Diener. Georgetown Middle School, 730 South Hamilton. October 1 at 7 p.m.; Oct. 2 at 1:30 & 7 p.m.; October 3, at 3 p.m. Adults: $12; Children 12 and under $8
October 1-9, 2010
Buffalo TC Wild West Adventure Show
Featuring Harvey Wallbanger, Jr. the 3000 pound riding, roping, fire jumping Buffalo "Sancho" The World Champion Riding Roping Texas Longhorn. Native American Hoop Dancers, Legends of the West, Annie Oakley, Texas Drill Team and more. Matinee Performances - Sat., Sept. 25; Sun. Oct. 10 at 2 p.m. Nightly Performances - Sept. 24, Sept. 26 - Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. For information on purchasing tickets go to www.georgetownequineexpo.com. Factory Stores of America Outlet Center, 399 Outlet Center Dr.
October 1-3, 2010
Festival of The Horse
(Catch a glimpse of the Festival Grand Horse Parade)
Celebrate the role of the horse to history of Scott County. Features exhibits, concessions, arts & crafts, carnival, pony rides, petting zoo and 5k run. Stage entertainment throughout the festival. Friday/Colt & Filly Children's Parade and Saturday/ Annual Toyota Grande Parade will be downtown Georgetown. Sunday/Horse Show will be at Brooking Park. Fri. 12-10 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ArtWorks Partners will have activities at Royal Spring Park Pavilion during the Festival. For information write: Festival of The Horse, P.O. Box 676, Georgetown, KY 40324
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October 1-9, 2010
Arts Week
Featuring 10 arts organizations. Georgetown Choral Society, Georgetown Community Theatre, Stage Left of Community Theatre, InterCultural Connections, Scott Co. Art League, Scott Co. Children's Chorus, Preparatory Choir, Shack Shakin' Hoedowners, Yuko-En Garden. The Art Invitational Show will be at the Scott County Museum. 502-863-4560
October 1-10, 2010
Ward Hall Open House
Open the first weekend of the month. Saturday 10 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sunday 12-5 p.m. Located on US 460, West of downtown Georgetown.
October 1-10, 2010
Kentucky International Equine Expo, LLC
Unique National/International equine-related vendors for your shopping delight. Home of two "Mustang Mania" lifesize fiberglass horses. "Best of Kentucky" multi-vendor food tent, outdoor barbecued buffalo wings cook-offs Thursday nights, International Wine Tasting tent-live piano player, and Buffalo beer making contest. Factory Stores of America Outlet Center, 399 Outlet Center Dr. For ticket information go to www.georgetownequineexpo.com.
October 1-10, 2010
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
The Games will begin with opening ceremonies on September 25, 2010. The first weekend of competition (September 25-30) will include Reining competition and Endurance. In week two, (October 1-10) will include Jumping, Para-Dressage, Driving and Vaulting competition. The Games will end with closing ceremonies on October 10, 2010. For more information on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games visit www.feigames2010.org
October 1-11, 2010
Portrait of a Horse: The Exquisite Equine
Showcasing works from Georgetown College's art collections, this exhibition also celebrates selected regional artists who portray the horse as both exquisite individual and community icon. Anne Wright Wilson Fine Arts Gallery. Monday-Friday noon to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment at 502-863-8399. On October 7, 5-7 p.m.
October 1-18, 2010
Archives Show
Art display. Cochenour Gallery Ensor Learning Resource Center. Corner of College and Mulberry Street. For information, 502-863-8399 or laura_stewart@georgetowncollege.edu
October 1-22, 2010
American Academy of Equine Artists, Juried Exhibition
Arts & Cultural Center/Welcome Center, 117 North Water Street. 12 to 4 p.m. 502-863-0909
October 1-31, 2010
Annual Bi-Water Farm & Greenhouse "Autumn Fest"
Autumn, farm harvest celebration of pumpkins, apples, sweet corn, tomatoes and gourds. Fried apple pies, funnel cakes, hot dogs, hamburgers, caramel apples, homemade ice cream, pumpkin and apple pies and more. Lots of fun with Spooky Farmhouse, Bunnyville, sky high slide, paintball and mini-golf. 877 Cincinnati Pike, US-25 North. Mon.-Wed. 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. noon-7:30 p.m. For information, 502-863-3676 or e-mail biwaterfarm@bellsouth.net
October 1-31, 2010
The Harvest Trail
From pumpkins to ponies, apples to antiques, and "buffalos" to bargains, there's something for everyone along Georgetown and Scott County's "Harvest Trail" in September and October. Bring the whole family to enjoy a bounty of festivals, farm markets, antique shows, parades, concerts, home tours, art shows, and family activities. (Photos)
October 2, 2010
Shack Shakin' Hoedowners
Clogging and line-dancing, mixers, and children's routines. During the Festival of the Horse - Location to be determined. 6:30 p.m. For information, 502-542-7058
October 2, 2010
Buffalo Daze
Homemade arts & crafts, buffalo burgers, apple pies, mechanical buffalo, rock wall, large petting zoo, pony rides, music, entertainment, and lots of family fun. Stamping Ground. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For information, 502-535-4530 or buffalodazefestival@yahoo.com
October 2-3, 2010
Pig Roast at Evans Orchard
We will be serving delicious pulled pork sandwiches from our cafe! Saturday 9:30-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. 180 Stone Road. For information, 502-863-2255
October 3, 2010
Celebrating Clay Arts
See Kentucky artists demonstrate their skill and creativity working in clay and then join them in creating your own fantastical, imaginative paint a piece of clay art to celebrate your trip to Georgetown. The ArtZone at ArtWorks, 115 North Water Street. 1-4 p.m. For information, 502-867-0060
October 6, 2010
Poetry From the Bluegrass
Readings by local Kentucky Poets - take home an unforgettable memory in the sounds and words of Kentucky Bluegrass poets. Arts & Cultural Center, 117 North Water Street. 7 p.m. For information, 502-570-8366
October 7, 2010
Fire Prevention Parade
Cover your ears! Here comes the fire trucks. Over 100 fire trucks, ladder trucks, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles parade thru downtown as a reminder of fire prevention. Downtown Georgetown. 7 p.m. For information call Randy Marshall at 502-863-7833 or Tommy Barber at 502-863-7853
October 8, 2010
Arts Weekend - The first Annual Clothes Line Art Sale
Works by local Kentucky artists strung out on the longest clothes lines to enjoy and purchase - includes spectacular 2 and 3 dimensional work. Take a piece of Kentucky home as a memorable souvenir of your stay in Georgetown. Arts & Cultural Center, 117 North Water Street. Noon-6 p.m. For information, 502-570-8366
October 8, 2010
"The Horse in Japanese Films" - Akira Kurosawa's Film - Hidden Fortress
Shown under the stars in the unforgettable beauty of the Yuko-En Kentucky-Japan Garden. Grab a blanket or a chair and sit on the grass for an unforgettable Georgetown experience. Please bring a flashlight. 700 Cincinnati Pike. 8 p.m. For information, 502-863-0026
October 9, 2010
ArtWorks Partners, Inc. Signature Event
Ten arts organizations will participate in an event featuring choral presentations, drama, art, displays, and dance. Free! Georgetown Choral Society, Georgetown Community Theatre, Stage Left of Community Theatre, InterCultural Connections, Scott Co. Art League, Scott Co. Children's Chorus, Preparatory Choir, Shack Shakin' Hoedowners, Yuko-En Garden. 502-863-4560
October 9, 2010
Horse ArtWalk, Part of the Signature Event
Featuring over 700 horse pictures by Annie Brady. Royal Spring Park. 502-863-4560
October 9, 2010
Coming Home/Celebrating Sadie 130 Years
Held in beautiful, historic downtown Sadieville. History, crafts, games, music, kidsfest, storytelling and Birthday Party. Starts at 11 a.m. with a birthday brunch. For information, 502-857-4576 or www.sadievilleky.com
October 9, 2010
Celebrating Painting & Drawing
Join our exceptional Kentucky Artists as they demonstrate their talents and vision working with watercolor, pencil and oil pastels and then create your own work of art as you paint a paper horse; your special souvenir of your first visit to Georgetown, KY. The ArtZone @ ArtWorks, 115 North Water Street. 1-4 p.m. For information, 502-867-0060
October 9, 2010
Kiku Matsuri - Annual Chrysanthemum Festival
Celebrate the beauty of Fall in the Yuko-En Garden. Take a break from WEG and sip chrysanthemum tea, eat special holiday sweets, see an exhibit of art inspired by the chrysanthemum and watch an actual live Raku firing. Leave with a specimen chrysanthemum and an artist created Raku vase. Yuko-En, 800 Cincinnati Pike. 10 a.m. - noon. Registration required. For information, 502-863-0026
October 10, 2010
Annual Tour of Historic Homes
Featuring Scott County Arts Consortium's Tour of Historic Homes - 1-5 p.m., Historic Home Tour proceeds go for restoration of the Jail Building. For information, 502-570-8366 or 502-867-0060
October 10, 2010
"Eat Your Art Out"
Food As Art. Exhibit & Tasting. Decorate your own cupcakes and cookies and take a taste of Georgetown with you. The ArtZone at ArtWorks, 115 North Water Street. 1-4 p.m. For information, 502-867-0060
October 15-16; 22-23; 29-30, 2010
Whispering Woods Haunted Trail
Come and try the twisted trail of terror and ghostly hay ride. Dark to 11 p.m. 265 Wright Lane. For information, 502-570-9663
October 16, 2010
Haunted Swamp
Join us at the Haunted Swamp for a Spooktacular evening filled with games and activities for all ages. The Haunted Swamp features a canoe ride with surprises in store! The Pavilion, 140 Pavilion Drive. 1-8 p.m. For information, 502-863-7865 or Email: mreker@thepavilionky.com
October 16-17, 2010
Craft Weekend at Evans Orchard
Craft booths will be back one last weekend of the year! Saturday 9:30-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. 180 Stone Road. For information, 502-863-2255
October 22, 2010
Southern Knights Halloween Car Cruise
Car enthusiast bring restored, classic and hot rod cars out. Factory Stores of America Outlet Center Drive. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. For information email: donna19@netzero.net (Photo Gallery)
October 23-24, 2010
Great Pumpkin Carry at Evans Orchard
All the pumpkins you can carry for $20. Saturday 9:30-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. 180 Stone Road. For information, 502-863-2255
October 23-24 & 29-30, 2010
Maskrafter Production - 'The Doctor Inspite of Himself'
Georgetown College, Ruth Pearce Wilson Lab Theatre. 8 p.m.
October 25, 2010
Fouse Artist Series
Foust Artist Series' National Players' presentation of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." John L. Hill Chapel at 8 p.m. For information, 502-863-8112
October 29, 2010
Spook-tacular Trick or Treating
Downtown businesses welcome trick-or-treaters. Children's activities, storytelling. Downtown employees join in the fun by wearing costumes. 1-5 p.m. For information call Kitty Dougoud at 502-863-5424
October 29-31, 2010
Halloween at Ward Hall
Evening. Located on US 460, West of downtown Georgetown.
October 2010 (TBA)
Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Community trick or treat. 6-8 p.m.
October 30-31, 2010
Trick or Treat at Evans Orchard
Wear your costumes and come trick or treat at Evans Orchard. Saturday 9:30-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. 180 Stone Road. For information, 502-863-2255
* Note: We advise that you call ahead to verify this information since changes may be made without notification.