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• Magical Holiday Activities Abound in Your Own Kentucky Backyard
  Wednesday, November 19, 2008
  There’s a lot to discover in your own backyard to make your holidays sparkle. From one end of Kentucky to the other, you can find entertaining and fun travel ideas for this holiday season that the whole family can enjoy.
• Great Golf Abounds Around Kentucky
  Friday, October 24, 2008
  Last month, the 2008 Ryder Cup Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville drew national and international attention to the Bluegrass State’s love affair with professional golf. Touring the great state of Kentucky, you will find many outstanding public and state park-run courses that are ready and waiting to provide challenges to players of all skill levels.
• Cumberland Gap Named No. 1 Fall Trip by Southern Living Magazine
  Thursday, October 16, 2008
  The Cumberland Gap area of southeastern Kentucky was named the top fall destination in the southern U.S. by Southern Living magazine in its October 2008 edition.
• Ky. Multicultural Tourism Guide Goes On-Line
  Wednesday, October 01, 2008
  The Kentucky Department of Travel has posted an electronic version of its Multicultural Tourism Guide on the department’s web site, www.kentuckytourism.com.
• Follow Footsteps of Lincoln Family Along Ky. Lincoln Heritage Trail
  Monday, September 29, 2008
  On Oct. 12, 2008, you can explore Abraham Lincoln’s roots, talk with state and national park staff, and visit the Lincoln Museum in Hodgenville for an in-depth exploration of the Lincoln family’s early years in Kentucky’s Washington and LaRue Counties.
• ColorFall 2008 Debuts Sept. 24
  Friday, September 19, 2008
  The 2008 edition of the popular Kentucky ColorFall program features a web site that provides a wealth of information about autumn in the bluegrass state.
• Ky. Breeders to Celebrate Alpaca Farm Days During Apple Harvest at Shaker Village
  Wednesday, September 17, 2008
  Over 20 alpaca breeders and more than 50 alpacas from farms across Kentucky will gather at Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill on Saturday Sept. 27, 2008 to celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days.
• Celebrate Kentucky’s Signature Spirit in September
  Wednesday, September 17, 2008
  Bourbon has become one of Kentucky’s most celebrated products and famous exports. In the month of September, the spotlight on Kentucky’s signature drink shines even brighter and Governor Steve Beshear has proclaimed it as Bourbon Heritage Month.
• Discover Your Own Backyard: Plenty of Fall Adventure and Fun In Kentucky
  Thursday, September 11, 2008
  Fall is upon us and as a season it is unparalleled as a time to discover your own Kentucky backyard by planning a weekend getaway or fall break.
• Bluegrass Music Stars Will Shine at Jerusalem Ridge Celebration Oct. 2-5
  Friday, September 05, 2008
  Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys will be among the headliners of more than 40 leading bluegrass music acts appearing at the 2008 Jerusalem Ridge Bluegrass Celebration in Rosine, Ky. Oct. 2-5.
• Blazin' Bluegrass Fest Going Strong in Fourth Year
  Thursday, September 04, 2008
  For the fourth consecutive year, the hills and hollows of scenic McCreary County will be filled with the sounds and feel of bluegrass music this month. The Blazin’ Bluegrass Festival is set for Thursday Sept. 18 through Saturday Sept. 20, and will again be held at the Sandhill Conservation Camp near Whitley City, Ky.
• Hopkinsville to Host Trail of Tears Pow Wow Sept. 6-7
  Wednesday, September 03, 2008
  This weekend the Trail of Tears Commission is hosting the 21st Annual Pow Wow at the historic Trail of Tears Commemorative Park on US HWY 41 in Hopkinsville, Ky., site of the actual trail and encampment used during the forced removal of the Cherokee people from 1838-39.
• Kentucky Backyards Full of Arts
  Thursday, August 28, 2008
  Kentucky is resplendent with the arts of all disciplines and several areas of the state have taken particular advantage of this fact by establishing centers and trails that highlight the commonwealth’s riches in talent.
• Discover Your Own Backyard: September Means Fall Festivals in Kentucky
  Tuesday, August 19, 2008
  In Kentucky, September is the season of fall festivals and it’s a time to Discover Your Own Backyard. Attend a festival that will fit your interests or spark a new one.
• Summer Sweepstakes Wraps Up with Grand Prize Winner
  Monday, August 18, 2008
  The Kentucky Department of Travel wrapped up the summer phase of its “Discover Your Own Backyard” e-promotion with the selection of the sweepstakes grand prize winner.
• WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour Marks 500th Broadcast
  Friday, August 01, 2008
  On September 15, 2008, the WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour will celebrate its 500th broadcast, a landmark event for both WoodSongs and the amazing community that helped make the all-volunteer run show possible.
• Sweepstakes Draws Visitors to Discover Your Own Backyard Web Site
  Friday, July 18, 2008
  There is plenty of summertime left to log on to the Kentucky Department of Travel web site www.MyKentuckyBackyard.com and register for daily prizes in the Backyard Sweepstakes.
• August Events Across Kentucky's Backyards
  Friday, July 18, 2008
  Kentucky has plenty of summer weather left for discovering the many and varied events, sites and activities that are available in your own backyard as we progress to the end of the season.
• Owensboro Museum of Fine Art has Celebration of Public Art
  Thursday, July 17, 2008
  The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art will open two sculpture parks and unveil two monumental works of art at A CELEBRATION OF PUBLIC ART on Saturday, July 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Discover Antiques in Your Own Backyard
  Friday, July 11, 2008
  It doesn’t matter what part of Kentucky you visit, there is always that hidden treasure available if you check out the local antique stores. Some areas are more well-known for their antiques and we are going to give you a sampling of where to begin your search for the perfect fishing lure (let’s get the men involved), antique toy or maybe a piece of silver or china.