CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES – Cadiz –Trigg County
WALKWAY OF HONOR - YOU ARE INVITED TO BE A PART OF HISTORY AS OUR NEW TRIGG COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS BUILDING BECOMES A REALITY. THE NEW BUILDING WILL HAVE A WALKWAY OF HONOR PAVED WITH BRICKS THAT MAY BE INSCRIBED IN MEMORY OF OR IN HONOR OF SOMEONE. THE COST IS $100 PER BRICK (TAX DEDUCTIBLE) - FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT CAROLYN BLAND, AT 522-8341.
VFW Post 7890 – Needs your help. They will be accepting donations for items for the upcoming 400-Mile yard Sale. All proceeds will be utilized by VFW Charities. I f you have questions please contact Rhonda Thompson at 270-522-6812. The VFW Hall is located at 37 Lafayette Street, Cadiz, Ky. 42211.
April 29, 30, & May 1 - Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Cadiz Lions Club Barbecue Fund Raiser at Food Giant.
JEEP JAMBOREE at Land Between the Lakes – Turkey Bay ORV Area.
8 AM until ?? - Helping Hands Yard Sale at Cadiz Baptist Church Annex, Friday 8 AM until ?? and Saturday, 8 AM until Noon. Drop off on Thursday, April 29, during the day. Call Peggy at 522-4628 for more info.
Mitchell Chamberlin - April 30 – June 20 Mitchell Chamberlain returns to Janice Mason Art Museum, is having had a previous exhibit in 2000. His acrylic painting focuses on the abstract elements found in nature, emphasizing form, texture, and patterns. He has exhibited in solo and juried shows across Tennessee as well as selected venues in Kentucky, Indiana, Alabama, and Georgia.
MAY 1 st
Farmers Market – Every Wednesday & Saturday 7am-1pm – Downtown –Main Street
8:30 AM - 4 PM - Blue Springs Bunch Relay For Life team is having a book, bake, and rummage sale on the vacant lot next to Minit Mart. Anyone with books or rummage items they would like to donate, please call 522-6133 to have the items picked up.
9 AM - Noon - The American Cancer Society will hold a Bark For Life event at the Cadiz Renaissance Stage. There will be activities for dogs and their owners alike. Registration is $15, plus $5 for each additional dog. Relay teams will have booths set up cooking & selling food during the event. Teams will also have for sale items of all types including pet jewelry, Mothers Day gifts, T-shirts shirts, people jewelry and much more. All proceeds will go to support Trigg County's Relay For Life. For more information or to register your dog, contact Dannye Wagner at 270-924-5738.
May 1-31 |
Far Out Space Places
GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM |
Visit extreme destinations in our cosmic neighborhood. Scale the cliffs of the Mariner Valley on Mars, glide on the winds of Neptune and visit the original lunar landing site of the Apollo astronauts. See "Far Out Space Places" daily at 10 am. $2/$4. |
May 1-31 |
NEW - Two Small Pieces of Glass
GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM |
A simple adjustment to a child's spyglass, 400 years ago, revealed for the first time an infinite and perplexing universe to our eyes and imaginations. Join us today as the world's great telescopes gaze ever further into the distant past and into our future. See "Two Small Pieces of Glass" Mon.-Fri. at 12pm or Sat. & Sun. at 11 am. $2/$4. |
May 1-31 |
The Skies Above
GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM |
Sneak preview of tonight's sky! Learn the constellations, lore of night sky, and celestial events. See "The Skies Above" daily at 1pm. $2/$4. |
May 1-31 |
Journey to the Edge of Space & Time
GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM |
A fantastic voyage to the edge of all we know; to black holes, giant galaxy cluster, and to the universe's earliest moments. A challenge to our imaginations! See "Journey to the Edge of Space & Time" daily at 2pm. $2/$4. |
May 1-31 |
Blown Away: The Wild World of Weather
GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM |
See incredible views of our earth's weather through spectacular footage. Features a journey into space to explore the sun's effect on our weather. See "Blown Away" Sat. & Sun. at 3 pm. $2/$4. |
May 1-31 |
Kentucky Quilts: Images of Quilts fromCollection of Kentucky Historical Society Traveling Exhibit THE HOMEPLACE |
These quilts are pieces of history, documenting the style, fabric, skill, and artistic talent used by Kentucky quilters in different eras. Each quilt is a unique document of the maker and the time in which it was made. Sometimes these fabric scrapbooks contain treasured bits of cloth from party and everyday dresses, ties, or children's clothing – memories lovingly stitched together. This exhibit contains full color images of fifteen quilts, including family quilts, crazy quilts, and log cabin quilts. Examples are shown of various techniques used in quiltmaking, such as pieced, appliqué, and trapunto. Several quiltmakers are profiled within the exhibit. Free to LBL visitors |
Saturday & Sunday, May 1 & 2
Throughout the Day |
Carp-O-Ree Bow Fishing Tournament
ENERGY LAKE |
See incredible views of our earth's weather through spectacular footage. Features a journey into space to explore the sun's effect on our weather. United Bow Hunters of KY annual bow fishing tournament. Call 502-718-1237 for information. |
Saturday , May 1
10am-12pm; 1-4pm |
Sheep Shearing*
THE HOMEPLACE |
It's time for The Homeplace sheep to have their annual haircut! Visit with sheepshearer Gary Lawson as he demonstrates and discusses the historic skill of hand shearing sheep. Sheep shearing demonstrations will take place on the hour. *Ideal for Home Educators. Invited Artist: Gary Lawson, Sheepshearer. Program free with HP admission . |
May 2nd
Junior Olympics – Lake Barkley State Resort Fitness Center – 270-924-1131 Give them a call to pre-register.
May 8, Saturday
6 PM - The Harper Brothers, The Cumberland Road Band, & Alonzo Pennington will provide live music for a Trigg County American Red Cross benefit concert at the Trigg County Convention Center. $10 per person donation is suggested for admission - all proceeds to benefit the Red Cross.
5 - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In downtown in your classic car or motorcycle. Enjoy music, entertainment, and play Cruz In Bingo with your vehicle. Simply park in a chalk numbered space, sign up under that number, and enjoy the evening downtown. For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32
May 11th
10 AM - Cadiz-Trigg County Economic Development 3rd Annual Regional Engineering Summit "Engineering of the Minds" at Lake Barkley State Park Convention Center.
To kick off Trigg Co. Relay week, the annual Survivor's Dinner will be held at the Cadiz Baptist Church Annex. All cancer survivors are encouraged to attend. The dinner is sponsored by the Bank of Cadiz with local restaurants contributing to the menu. Contact Kathy McCraw at 522-6043, or Dee Eggers at 522-4797, to sign up or for more information
May 14-15 Relay for Life –Cadiz/Trigg County Style. Fun activities to support Cancer Research at the Trigg County High School Football Field in Cadiz.
Saturday, May 15
10am-4pm |
Babies on the Farm
THE HOMEPLACE |
Spring is a time of new life all around Land Between the Lakes. At The Homeplace you might even hear the sounds of little feet; four legged feet that is. Come by and see some of our newest arrivals and learn what might become of them when they're all grown up. Program free with HP admission. |
May 15 th – Barkley Cycling Classic – Start out at the Lake Barkley Fitness Center. To register and get more information please call 270-924-1131.
May 22 nd Saturday – Lake Barkley U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting the first Boating Safety Day to be held at Lake Barkley Marina from 9am-1pm. Free vessel/boat/watercraft examinations. Kids come out and meet “Coastie” get your free coloring book and crayons, Weather related safety issues, properly equipping watercraft, and Rules of the water. Call 270-924-3634 for more information.
Saturday, May 22
Ongoing, 9am-12pm (Guided hike at 10:30) |
Dog Days
NATURE STATION |
Pack up the pooch and head to LBL for a hike! Before heading out onto the trails, stop by our informational booth outside the Nature Station to learn about proper trail etiquette for us and our furry friends, as well as how to keep your pets safe on the trail. There will also be a limited number of giveaways! At 10:30, a Nature Station staff member will lead an optional dog-friendly, interpretive hike around the Woodland Walk trail. Free to all LBL visitors. Weather permitting. Leashes required for all dogs . |
Saturday, May 22
6-8:30pm |
Sunset Canoe Trip
NATURE STATION |
Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of Lake Barkley. We'll search for wildlife such as herons, osprey, and beavers. Beginners are welcome. $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space . |
Saturday and Sunday, May 29-30
Saturday 10am-7pm
Sunday 11 am-6pm |
The Pickin' Party: The Homeplace Old-Time Music Festival
THE HOMEPLACE |
Born of the heartland, raised in the river valleys, old-time country music this weekend will once again echo in the hills and hollows of The Land Between The Lakes. For two days, experience the best of old-time music through workshops, picking' sessions and energized performances of old-time fiddle, banjo, songs and bluegrass music. Bring banjo, guitar, fiddle, or harmonica and join in on the fun during daily open mic sessions. Enjoy weekend performances of folk singer and fretless banjo picker, Mark Dvorak, old time string band, The Dixie Volunteers, and the best of old time and bluegrass music.
Throughout the day, stroll through the historic buildings, fields and gardens, and talk with the 1850 farm family as they go about their daily chores. 1850 children's activities will be provided throughout the weekend. Festival food and ice-cold drinks will be available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs or ground blankets. Saturday $6 adults/$4 children; Sunday $5/$3. Includes same day HP admission. For more information, call 931-232-6457. |
Saturday, May 29
6-8:30pm |
Sunset Canoe Trip
NATURE STATION |
Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of Lake Barkley. We'll search for wildlife such as herons, osprey, and beavers. Beginners are welcome. $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space . |
Monday, May 31
1-3:30pm |
Pond Prowl*
NATURE STATION |
What lives in a pond besides fish? Let's find out! We'll use nets and magnifiers to explore a pond in search of critters like crayfish, dragonflies, turtles, and tadpoles. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Limited to first 30 people. Register at NS front desk that day. Weather permitting. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and muddy. |
JUNE
Farmers Market every Wednesday and Saturday 7am-1pm – Downtown – Main Street.
1st - 30th- 7:00 p.m.- NEW- June Laser Light Music Shows-GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM- Information Icon- EVENING SHOWS:
6/1; 7pm Laseropolis, 8:30pm Laserpop
6/4; 7pm Laserbeatles, 8:30pm Lasermania
6/5; 7pm & 8:30pm Pink Floyd Night
6/8; 7pm Laserretro, 8:30pm Laserspirit
6/11; 7pm Lasercountry, 8:30pm Laserspirit
6/15; 7pm Lasermania, 8:30pm Laserretro
6/18; 7pm Laserwall, 8:30 Lasermania
6/19; 7pm Lasercountry, 8:30pm Laserpop
6/22; 7pm Lasermagic, 8:30pm Laserbeatles
6/25; 7pm Lasermagic, 8:30pm Laserzeppelin
6/29; 7pm Laserpop, 8:30pm Laservinyl
See "Laser Shows" Tuesdays, Fridays, & every other Saturday at 7 or 8:30pm, doors open 30 min. before show times, don't be late! Reservations can be made for the Saturday Evening shows only, by calling 270-924-2154. Go to www.friendsoflbl.org/ Activities/Special_Events.htm for more details. Schedule is subject to change. $5 Tue., $6 Fri., or $10 Sat. Evening program only.
Journey To the Edge of Space & Time- GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM -
DAYTIME SHOWS:
Come along on a fantastic voyage to the edge of all we know; to black holes, giant galaxy clusters, and to the universe's earliest moments and even parallel universes, which challenges our imaginations. See "Journey to the Edge of Space & Time" daily at 2pm. $4/$2
3 rd -6 th 400 –Mile Yard Sale – along historic U.S.Hwy.68/80. Shop till you drop and make sure to swing through downtown Cadiz where all the shops will have specials along your route. Plan to spend the night in Cadiz ay our many lodging facilities and get refreshed for your next day of bargain hunting.
5 th - 9 AM - Noon - Take Kids Fishing Day at Cadiz City Park - bring your own fishing pole. Fun for ages 3 through 15. Kentucky Fried Chicken of Cadiz has paid your child's registration fee, whichincludes lunch, t-shirt, and goody bag for kids that pre-register. Registration forms are available at Cadiz City Hall, John L. Street Library, Trigg Co. Elementary and Middle School Offices, Judge Executive's Office, and online at www.cadiz.ky.gov .
5th- 4th Annual KARS for KIDS SAKE -
This is a Trigg County Big Brothers Big Sisters Event held Downtown Cadiz. Registration is 10am-11:30am with the Show and Judging taking place 11:30am-2:oopm. Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles or anything with wheels. For more information please contact Amy Allen at (270) 522-6075.
5 th – The First Cadiz Community Art Festival – Downtown Cadiz. –For more information you can contact the Janice Mason Art Museum at 270-522-9056.
5 th – National Trails Day at Lake Barkley State Resort Park. 270-924-1131
12 th – 5 - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In to Cadiz Car Show . For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32. Cruzin' Bingo
19th - Tundra BASSMASTER Weekend Series Tournament. Lake Barkley Marina, Cadiz,Ky. Priority Entry deadline is 5/30/10 and Late Fee Begins on 6/9/10. Tournament info e-mail info@americanbassanglers.com Call 270-522-3892 for Lodging information. Tournament Manager Randy Sullivan (256) 230-5633
25 th & 26 th Twilight Cabaret Theatre presents “SWAN SONG” by Chan Chandler. Dinner by reservation at 6:30pm and play begins at 8:00pm at the Cadiz Renaissance Center – Downtown Cadiz, Ky. Overnight accommodations are available, for more information and reservations please call (270) 436-2399
James Archambeault , June 25 – August 22 for more than 20 years, James Archambeault has worked as an independent photographer specializing in nature and the landscape. He has the rare ability to capture the historic, archival, and artistic aspects of his photographic subjects. His award-winning craft is evident in the careful selection of time, season, and subjects in his beloved Kentucky. Archambeault has photographed four large format "coffee table" books: KENTUCKY, 1982; KENTUCKY II, 1989; and KENTUCKY III, 1999; THE GIFT OF PLEASANT HILL, A SHAKER COMMUNITY IN KENTUCKY, 1991.
JULY
All children are invited to join the John L. Street Library's Summer Reading Program and attend the fun and exciting programs and events planned for children ages 2-12. This summer's theme is Make a Splash - READ! The programs are free and open to children of all abilities. The dates are follows: Wednesdays in July - the 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th with two programs each day. The first one runs from 10:30 -11:30, and the second from 12:30 - 1:30 each day. To register and for more information, call Cheryl at the Library - 522-6301.
Farmers Market every Wednesday & Saturday 7am-1pm –Downtown on Main Street .
3 rd – Activities at Lake Barkley State Resort Park BEACH . Contact them at 270-924-1131 for a complete schedule of activities.
July 4th - Sunday 4th of July at the Beach - Lake Barkley State Resort Park.
Celebrate America at Lake Barkley Beach! Join us for an awesome fireworks display, a talented regional line-up of live music, beach games for the whole family, snacks and food vending and a cool swim in the lake. Lake Barkley is the place to be for Independence Day 2009!
9th & 10th-
8 PM - The Summer Lakes Tour of Swan Lake will be opening at the Renaissance Center in Cadiz. Dinner available at 6:30 by reservation. There will be a special show at the LBL Planetarium Thursday, July 15, at 7:30 PM. For more information and reservations, call 436-2399.
10 th - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In to Cadiz Car Show . For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32. Cruzin' Bingo!
23-24, at 7 p.m. -
SKIT (Southern Kentucky Independent Theatre), which merged with the Janice Mason Art Museum a couple of years ago, offers 5 performances of Oliver! Friday and Saturday evenings at 7 PM, Sunday at 2 PM, in the Trigg County High School's Little Theater. Tickets are $5, and are available at the JMAM, Trigg County Board of Education office, or Edlora's Books, Etc. on Marion Street in Cadiz.
23rd-
6 - 8 PM - John L. Street Library is planning a Summer Splash Pool Party for ages 13 - 16 at the American Legion Pool. There will be fun, refreshments, games and prizes. for more information and to register, contact Cheryl at 522-6301.
24th-
Noon - US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 87 will meet at Timbers Steakhouse for lunch, fellowship, and lie swapping - meeting will be at 1 PM. Timbers is located in the Canton Community about a half mile east of the junction of US 68 and KY 164.
27th-
9 AM - 2010 Trigg County Farm Tour will be in the Roaring Springs Community, and they will be visiting the Little Pines Farm, Harton Farms, Casey Creek Farms, and Tom Ledford Farms.
31st-
9 - Noon - Trigg County Hospital will host a Kids Blitz Health Fair at the Cadiz Baptist Church Annex. Dental screening provided by Dr. Dawn Rose, vision screening provided by the Cadiz Eye Clinic, fitness testing, child ID fingerprinting, door prizes, and give-aways.
AUGUST
Farmers Market every Wednesday & Saturday 7am-1pm – Downtown on Main Street.
1st - 31st Laser Show at the LBL Planetarium. Daily Shows. "Legends of the Night Sky" - 11:00am Other Shows scheduled - www.friendsoflbl.org/ Activities
1st - 31st Laser Light Music Shows at the LBL Planetarium. Tuesdays,Friday and Saturday Nights. "Laserspirit"- "Laservinyl"-"Laserpop"-" LaserU2"-"Lasermania" " Laserretro"- 7pm & 8:30pm. www.friendsoflbl.org/ Activities for schedule.
6th-6P.M. to 8P.M.-
Dinner with the Hummingbirds NATURE STATION-
Have you ever dined out while surrounded by dozens of hummingbirds? Join Bill Hilton, Jr., of Operation RubyThroat, as he demonstrates the process of banding hummingbirds for research. Also, enjoy a tasty catered dinner as you relax amidst the backyard gardens and watch these flying jewels have a feeding frenzy of their own. $15 per person. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space.
7th & 8th Annual Hummingbird Festival - LBL - Woodlands Nature Station Bird Banding-Photography-Native Plant Sale-Live Animals & more. Info-(800)LBL-7077 -(270)924-2000 or www.lbl.org
8th 39th Annual Between the Rivers Homecoming . -LBL - Fenton Special Events Area East U.S.Hwy.68/80. Special Homecoming for former residents, friends and relatives who once lived in the Land Between the Rivers, Trigg County. Info-(800)LBL-7077 / (270)924-2000 or www.lbl.org
13th-14th "Luau Weekend" at Prizer-Point Marina & Resort Kentucky Lakes KOA - Fun and games for the family. (800)548-2048 / (270)522-3762 www.prizerpoint.com
14 th - 5 - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In to Cadiz Car Show . For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32. Cruzin' Bingo
Cadiz Merchants Association is renting spaces to help earn money for future Cadiz/Trigg County events. The Flea Market for the Cruz In Nights will be in the Farmer's Market Area on Main Street during the Cruz In's August 14, and September 11.
21st - NWTF Banquet . Held at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. Trigg County Long Spurs Chapter. Hunting Heritage Banquet. Live and Silent Auctions -Raffles and Dinner. Doors open at 4pm with Dinner at 6pm.
21st - Tundra BASSMASTER Weekend Series Tournament. Lake Barkley Marina, Cadiz,Ky. Priority Entry deadline is 8/1/10 and Late Fee Begins on 8/21/10. Tournament info e-mail info@americanbassanglers.com Call 270-522-3892 for Lodging information. Tournament Manager Randy Sullivan (256) 230-5633
Art Tells a Story , August 27 – October 10 Folk artists Glenn Newman and Willie Rascoe Glenn Newman, Louisiana native now living in Hazel, Kentucky, and Willie Rasoce, Trigg County artist, team up in this imaginative folk art exhibit Newman's intricate drawings and etchings on gourds illustrate Cajun stories and folklore. Rascoe uses found wood, shell, bone and metal to create whimsical, three-dimensional sculptures .
27th - WRESTLING - 8pm at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. 5 Big matches - NWA Commonwealth Title Match- "The Great Mephisto" VS "Mr.Paws and Claws" -White Tiger. Other matches include Cadiz's own "Slick Willie". Tickets are $8/kids 5&under -Free.
28th - ATV Training - LBL's Turkey Bay - Safety training course offered. 7:30am-11:30am - Call before you Haul (270)924-2000.
28th - Opening Reception -for "Art Tells a Story" Folk Art Exhibit by Glenn Newman and Willie Rascoe. (270)522-9056 info. Janice Mason Art Museum.
SEPTEMBER
Farmers Market every Wednesday & Saturday 7am-1pm – Downtown on Main Street.
11 th - 5 - 9 PM - Summertime Fun - Cruz In to Cadiz Car Show . For more information, visit www.cadizmerchants.com or call 522-8756 extension 32. Cruzin' Bingo!
10-11-12 , RODEO - Trigg County Recreation Complex. For more info call Eldridge Rogers at (270)522-3744.
17th-18th " Pirates Weekend" - at Prizer-Point Marina and Kentucky Lakes KOA. Fun Family activities. www.prizerpoint.com or call them (800)548-2048 or (270)522-3762.
17 th – 19 th Lady's at the Lake Weekend – Call the Lake Barkley State Resort Park for pricing information at 270-924-1131. Weekend includes Saturday evening Dinner Cruise, Yoga, Friday night dinner, Women's health Seminar, Massage, Archery, Intro to Firearms and clay target shooting, Special Women's only night at the Fitness center, sauna, tanning, and whirlpool.
24th-25th "Mardi Gras Weekend" - at Prizer-Point Marina & Kentucky Lakes KOA. Get your beads and join the fun. (800)548-2048 (270)522-3762 or www.prizerpoint.com
25th - National Pulic Lands Day . Join the folks at Lake Barkley State Resort Park for activities and projects. (270)924-1131.
OCTOBER
1st -2nd 10th Anniversary Celebration at Prizer-Point Marina & Resort, Kentucky Lakes KOA. Join in the celebration and festivities of this wonderful anniversary. For a complete line up of activities go to www.prizerpoint.com or call (270)522-3762.
2 nd – Barkley Dash & 5K Run with a 2Mile Fun Walk . Call 270-924-1131 and ask for the Fitness Center to get current information and entry form.
3rd - Beta Nu 2 Person Scramble - Shotgun start at 1:00PM - at Boots Randolph Golf Course. All proceeds go to The Angel Tree Program in Cadiz and Trigg County. $35/person-includes lunch, Mulligan, and Prizes. Cart 7 Green fee not included. For more info call (270)881-8845.
4th - Ham Festival Kick-Off Breakfast . Cadiz-Trigg County Chamber of Commerce Annual breakfast will be held at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. $15/person Tickets available at the door.
The 34th Trigg County Country Ham Festival!
October 8 - 9 - 10, 2010 www.hamfestival.com
22nd-23rd "Halloween Weekends" at Prizer-Point Marina & Resort
29th-30th Kentucky Lakes KOA. Costumes, games, and trick or treating. www.prizerpoint.com or call (800)548-2048.
OCT.30-31
4th Annual Fall Fine Art & Craft Show. Broadbent Square - Cadiz
Near Interstate 24 off US Hwy.68. Come meet and talk to the actual artisans that create such wonderful works. For Info e-mail lakelandartisan sguild@gmail.co m
30 th – Halloween Safe Night – Downtown Cadiz along Main Street. Candy, contest's, and stories are all part of this fun night. Main Street is closed Downtown for your safety.
