Oldham County

September is when you see the last days of summer. Soon, all the leaves will change color and drop. The air will become crisp and snows will follow. So before summer is all gone, go see it in all its glory at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens. Strolling ...

The problem with Shakespeare is that he lived in the 1600s in England. And let’s face it, this was kind of a boring time in history. But the Wild West in America was one of history’s most thrilling times. What happens when these two ...

Who needs a swimming pool full of chemicals when you can jump into Falling Rock Quarry? Paddling around in an actual swimming hole is a time-honored southern tradition, and it’s truly something that no one should miss. Take the Plunge Falling ...

Louisville has a lot of culture and shopping, everything from the most fashionable stores to theaters to art galleries. But there’s another side to Louisville, too. This June, escape from the fast-paced world and take a little break at the ...

Sip on bourbon and browse through the gorgeous botanical gardens at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens this June. Many varieties of flowers will be in bloom, and there will be live music to keep you entertained, too. Because nature really is great, but it's ...

Who says bingo is boring? After all, this is a game of chance that requires only that you pay attention and remain observant. When you add margaritas into the mix, bingo becomes challenging. Go to Gustavo’s Mexican Grill in Prospect to go play ...

Take some time to be creative this May. Sit down and make folk art at a Mixed Media Class at Gallery 104. Give yourself some time to unplug, put down your phone and get artistic for a little while. Folk Art You don’t need to bring anything ...

No matter how much you spend on expensive gifts during holidays and birthdays, it’s always the inexpensive, handmade presents that people seem to cherish the most. There’s just something special about items that are handcrafted, and ...

As parents know, kids have a natural ability to use their imaginations. All children have the ability to be creative, but they still need inspiration and new ideas to help fuel their active little minds. This April, take them to a special event ...

Didn’t all art start out as folk art? What are the cave paintings, if not a form of folk art? How about the painted pottery and sculpted vases that came out of places like Greece and Rome? Folk art is truly the oldest of all art traditions. ...

Head to the Little Colonel Playhouse this March to see a completely local production of "Panache", about license plates and finding friendship in unlikely places. The story is highly original and engaging, and the Little Colonel Playhouse is a ...

Folk art was really the first art, when you think about it. Before the great artistic movements like the Renaissance and Impressionism, the oldest art began as crafts. Pottery, small figurines, woven rugs, this is all folk art. Make your own piece ...

Having trouble making all those New Year’s resolutions come true? Want to make some changes? Go to a special two-hour class in Crestwood this March called Radical Change: Grow into Your Best Self and find ways that you can make real change ...

Tuesdays have a reputation for being a bit dull. After all, it's not even hump day yet and the pain of Monday is just barely in the rear-view mirror. But Tuesdays can be fun when you’re playing bingo and sipping margaritas. Try it this ...

You know how they say some people just don't know when to quit? Well, the manager of Yew Dell Gardens, Sayde Heckman, doesn't know when to quit with the houseplants! Join Sayde at Houseplants Anonymous. She can put her houseplant addiction to good ...

Take your preschooler to the St. Francis School in Goshen this December for Words + Wiggles, a special event full of singing, play, movement and games. Preschoolers have a lot of energy. Here, they can focus it to learn and learn how to socialize, ...

Go see the Festival of Nativities this December, and go see more than 600 displays that will fill you with holiday cheer. The festival of nativities includes a living nativity, plus lots of other stuff to enjoy. Holiday Festival The Festival of ...

Go to Yuletide at Yew Dell in Crestwood near Pewee Valley this December, and spend some time in a true winter wonderland filled with sights, activities and snacks. The holiday season can be hectic, and sometimes you might need to be reminded that ...

It’s harder to stay active in fall and winter weather, when temperatures cool down. Days are shorter, so you feel like you have less time, and during the holiday season there’s always just a lot more to do. Take a day this November to ...