With such an abundance of activities and entertainment available in Danville, Kentucky, two blogs are required to appreciate the full picture! Yes, the spirit of Danville is alive and well in its dining, libations, art, culture, history and entertainment. DRINKING & DINING IN DANVILLE, KENTUCKY LA COSA NOSTRA Ferry your taste buds to Tuscany at La…
Danville is recognized as the “Birthplace of the Bluegrass” because the first constitutional convention in the west was held at Constitution Square in 1792. It was here that Kentucky’s first constitution was signed! You will also find Danville a town of arts, history and entertainment. If you are a history buff, Danville is an excellent…
Surrounded by tranquil horse farms, Versailles, Kentucky is located in Woodford County, established along the world-famous Bourbon Trail. With a population of about 10,000, Versailles is a lovely city to visit. The downtown is flush with historic buildings, homes to alluring shops, boutiques and restaurants. I was delighted to observe lamp posts and the courthouse decked out in…
Meet me in Midway! All roads lead to Midway, Kentucky, at least the scenic ones do! Drive Old Frankfort Pike alongside peaceful farmlands, rolling hills, and bluegrass horse pastures to arrive at the most charming destination you could imagine. Situated “mid-way” between Lexington and Frankfort, Midway was founded as a railroad town. In fact, trains…
The distilling of aged Kentucky bourbon has become a burgeoning industry in the past few years. If you are interested in sampling, now is the time. Most everyone offers tours and tastings, so grab your bourbon passports at any participating venue and let’s get tasting! Once you find one or two you like, try out…
Christmastime in small town Kentucky will blow you away with their merry music, whimsical lighting and decor and fancy window displays. Click on the name of each town to get more details to plan your visit. Read on to learn more about spending Christmas in Kentucky. LAWRENCEBURG Home of Four Roses and Wild Turkey distilleries,…
When it comes to the holidays, nothing evokes the Yuletide spirit like the warm charm of our own state capital of Frankfort, KY. A visit to this city is the perfect destination for a day trip or for the full experience, a weekend venture. For a flavorful bite to eat, a drink with friends, a…
Intrigued by all the recent photos across social media? You might want to learn more about Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, as well as the recently introduced “Giants” who dwell there. Bernheim Forest’s moto is “Connecting People with Nature” and they do a tremendous job of it. The founder’s wish was to provide a place…
Legend has that if you catch the sun rising over the rolling hills of Kentucky at just the right moment, it casts a smoky, blue haze. Mares and their foals emerge from the comfort of barn stalls to graze and stretch long legs. The little ones romp and frolic in the sun-dappled fields. The mamma…
Lawrenceburg, KY is quintessential small-town with a surprisingly large number of sights and activities. The downtown district is inviting and easy to navigate with a plethora of delightful, little businesses. I appreciate a town such as Lawrenceburg where residents strive to maintain the provincial ambiance. Buildings with ornate, turn-of-the-century markings entice with seasonal window scenes.…
