Aurora , IN
2: “A Victorian Day of Beauty” Garden Tea. Ladies young and old are invited to a garden tea party on the lawn of historic Veraestau. 1 p.m. at the Hillforest Victorian House Museum. Reservation is required. $25 members, $30 nonmembers. (812) 926-0087.

Bedford, KY
11-12: 2010 Trimble County Apple Festival. Apple pie judging, children’s activities, arts and crafts, live music and food. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and noon - 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Courthouse Square. (502) 255-7591.
19: Archeological Dig. Enjoy digging for history with archeologist Jeannine Kreinbrink at the Gatewood Plantation Site. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Reservations requested. (502) 222-0826.
23: “Voice of the Fugitive.”Carridder Jones presentation of Henry Bibb at 7 p.m. at the Trimble County Public Library. (502) 255-7362.
24: Cassie Graves Photography Exhibit. A student at Northern Kentucky University will display her photography at the Trimble County Public Library. Cassie will be at the Library from 6-7 p.m. (502) 255-4030.

Buckner, KY
11: Mini-Triathlon. 7:30 a.m. at Wendell Moore Park. (502) 225-0655.
12: Dog Party. Bring your dog to the Oldham County Aquatic Center for a dip in the pool. 1-3 p.m. $5 per pup, people are free. Immunization records from the Vet must be shown at entrance to enter pool area.
12: Rover Ramble Dog Walk. Wendell Moore Park. 1:30 p.m. registration . Pre-registration $15/$20 day of walk. (502) 222-7537.
19: Punt, Pass & Kick Competition. Take part in the official NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition at Wendell Moore Park Youth Football Complex. Competition for boys & girls ages 8-15 at 1:30 p.m., sign-up no later than 1 p.m. (502) 225-0655.
23: Wendell Ford Dinner. 7 p.m. at the John Black Community Center. Tickets sold in advance. (502) 767-1145.

Canaan, IN
11: 46th annual Canaan Fall Festival. (812) 839-4770 or (812) 839-4600.

Carrollton, KY
4: Golden Rod Gala Arts and Crafts Festival. Enjoy arts, crafts, music, workshops, food, antique tractors, vintage cars and more. At General Butler State Resort Park. (502) 743-5414.
10-11: “Backyard BBQ & Music at the Point.” Point Park. Enjoy this festival featuring local, regional and national blues entertainers. 1-800-325-4290.
10-12: Derby City Mustang Car Club Show. Annual show begins at 9 a.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday. Awards presented 10 a.m. Sunday. Held at park front entrance, General Butler State Resort Park. (502) 633-5386.
16: Carroll County Senior Event. Transport yourself back to the 1790s and 1800s when Kentucky was a wilderness and Port William Fort was established. 5-9 p.m. at Point Park. (502) 732-7030.
18: Play Er’ Again Concert Series.. 7 p.m. on the grounds of the Butler-Turpin State Historic House at General Butler State Resort Park.
18: Heritage Saturday. Demonstrations at the Historic Masterson House on Hwy. 42. . Tours available of the historic house. Sponsored by the Port William Historical Society. (502) 732-5786.
30-Oct. 2: Two Rivers Fall Festival. Festival with amusement rides, arts and crafts, flea markets, games, parade and food vendors. Courthouse Square, Downtown Carrollton. 1-800-325-4290 or visit www.tworiversfest.com.
18: Kentucky Kruizers Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet. Come enjoy food, music and more. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Carrollton’s Point Park. (502) 732-8291 or 732-5010.

Clarksville, IN
Through 26: “Ring of Fire.” At the Derby Dinner Playhouse. (812) 288-8281 or www.derbydinner.com.
11: Rock The Rocks. Jazz & Jeans event to benefit the Falls of the Ohio. 6-10 p.m. at the Falls of the Ohio State Park Interpretive Center. Proceeds benefit the foundation’s Crossroads Campaign for New Exhibits. (812) 283-4999.

Commiskey, IN
Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery Events: 4: Candlelight Dinner 6 p.m.
18: Quilt Show by Harmony Quilt Guild 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
25: The Late Salton Bolser Art Show 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hwy. 7. N. Left at Hwy. 250 W. Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.

Crestwood, KY
10: Crestwood Civic Club Meeting. 10:30 a.m. at Civic Club’s Clubhouse. (502) 241-0231.
11: South Oldham Lions Festival. Kids carnival, food, amateur BBQ cook-off, arts and crafts. The Maples Property, just across from the Crestwood Dairy Queen. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (502) 243-3688.
16: “Whiskey Bent Valley Boys” in concert. Part of the Third Thursday concert series. 7 p.m. at Yew Dell Gardens, 6220 Old LaGrange Rd. Tickets are $12 for members, $15 for nonmembers. (502) 241-4788.
30: Celebration of Women. Special guests, recognitions and prizes. 8:30 a.m. at Yew Dell Gardens. $15 members; $20 nonmembers. (502) 241-4788.

Florence, IN
17: Merle Haggard in concert. 8 p.m. at Belterra Casino Resort & Spa. (sold out) Must be 21 to enter. 1-888-Belterra.

Frankfort, KY
9: Bill Monroe Centennial Kick-Off Concert. 7-9 p.m. at the Cralle-Day Garden behind the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History. Free with admission to the Center for Kentucky History. (502) 564-3757 ext. 437.
23: “A Kentucky Food Sampler.” Sample food from five of the Bluegrass region’s most iconic restaurants at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History from 5:30-8:30 p.m. (502) 564-1792.

Friendship, IN
11-19: National Muzzle Loading Rifle Assoc. National Championship Shoot. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the NMLRA Range. Admission charged. (812) 667-5131.
11-19: Friendship Flea Market. Call Gary Stutler at (812) 667-5505 or Tom Kerr at (812) 667-5645.Hanover, IN
17: Second City Comedy “Fair & Unbalanced.” Presented by Hanover College and River Valley Financial Bank. 7:30 p.m. at Parker Auditorium. $12 Adults; $10 Seniors; $5 Youth. (812) 866-7110.
25: Wood, Fabric & Tailwheels Fly-In. Lee Bottom Flying Field. (812) 866-3211 or www.leebottom.com.

La Grange, KY
Through 24: Harvest Moon Multi-Media Show. Featuring images of farm scenes, produce, harvest themes and moonscapes. At Gallery 104. 502-222-3822
10: Oldham County YMCA Golf Scramble. 8 a.m. shotgun start at Eagle Creek Golf Course. (502) 222-9358.
10-Oct. 30: The Spirits of La Grange Ghost Tour. 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night in September and October a walking tour through historic downtown La Grange will be conducted. Not recommended for children under 12 years old. $15. To reserve, call (502) 291-1766.
15-Jan. 15: “Dear Old Golden School Days” exhibit. At the Oldham County History Center, 106 N. Second Ave. (502) 222-0826.
18: Antique Iron Tractor Drive. The Antique Iron Club of the Oldham County History Center will host a 13-mile road trip for antique tractors and other antique road vehicles. $10 registration fee at the Oldham County Fairgrounds at 10 a.m. For driver, passenger and vehicle information call (502) 222-1450 or (502) 376-5235.
24: Oldham County History Center Gala. Fundraiser dinner, dance and auctions at the History Center grounds, 106 N. Second Ave. $125 per person. (502) 222-0826.
25: “Dealing with Hidden Issues in Marriage.” This workshop is offered by Marriage Education and Resource Center (MERCY). 9:30-11 a.m. at Baptist Hospital Northeast. Free. (502) 939-0121.

Lawrenceburg, IN
5: Tri-State Antique Market. Over 250 vendors. Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds. 7–3 p.m. Admission $3. Free parking. (513) 738-7256.
23-25: Lawrenceburg Fall Fest. Contests, food, crafts and live music. Midway opens Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at noon. Annual BBQ Cook-Off to be held Sept. 26. Downtown Lawrenceburg, at High and Walnut streets. 1-888-539-3113.

Louisville, KY
2-5: NBL-BMX Grand Nationals. At E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park. (502) 429-7270.
3-4: WorldFest. Celebration of unique cultures that highlight the community. At the Belvedere at Fifth and Main Streets. (502) 456-1857.
3: Rockin’ The Village Concert Series. Westport Village 7-10 p.m. (502) 581-8800.
3: First Friday Trolley Hop. 5-11 p.m. Downtown Art Zone between Main and Market Streets. (502) 583-1671.
3-4: WorldFest. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. at the Belvedere. (502) 456-8110.
4: Pioneer 5K Run-Walk. 8-10 a.m. at Seneca Park. (502) 582-8931.
4-6: Kentucky Bluegrass Music Festival and Cookout. 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Water Tower, 3005 River Rd. at Zorn Avenue. (502) 583-0333.
6: Cherokee Triangle Summer Concert Series. 7-9 p.m. at Willow Park. (502) 456-6139.
8-9: “Owning Your Own Business.” SCORE offers a seminar every second Wednesday and Thursday of each month for owning a business. 7-9:15 p.m. at Bellarmine University, Miles Hall, 2001 Newburg Rd. Cost is $45 to cover materials. (502) 582-5976
12-19: Gaslight Festival. Watterson Trail in Jeffersontown. (502) 267-1674. wwwjtownchamber.com.
14: Hentry Clay The Essential American. Authors David and Jeanne Heidler will discuss their engrossing biography about one of Kentucky’s most eminent citizens. 6 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. (502) 635-5083 ext. 212.
16: A German Hurrah!: Civil War Letters of Friedrigh Bertsch and Wilhelm Stangel, 9th Ohio Infantry. 12 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. (502) 635-5083 ext. 212.
18: Nation Jug Band Jubilee. Brown-Forman Amphitheater. (502) 417-1107
18: Kidney Walk. 8 a.m.-1 p.m .at the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park. 1-800-272-3900 or www.alz.org/kyin.
21: I Wonder as I Wander: The Life of John Jacob Niles. 12 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. (502) 635-5083 ext. 212.
24-25: Oktoberfest. 5 p.m.-midnight on Friday; 4 p.m-midnight Saturday at German-American Club, 1840 Lincoln Ave. (502) 618-1950 or www.german-americanclub.com.
24-26: The Bluegrass Balloon Festival. 4-10 p.m. p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday at Bowman Field. (502) 499-2253.
25-26: Captain’s Quarters Regatta and Arts and Crafts Show. 10 a.m.-dusk at Captain’s Quarters. (502) 452-9397.
26: Fall Antiques Market. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Historic Locust Grove. (502) 897-9845 or www.locustgrove.org.
29: Waterfront Wednesdays. 5-10 p.m. at Waterfront Park Harbor Lawn. Free. Sponsored by WFPK Radio. (502) 814-6500 or www.wfpk.org.
30: Christmas in September. A Runway Fashion Show & Boutique fundraiser at the Olmsted. 3701 Frankfort Avenue. 6-9 p.m.
30: I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy. 6 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. (502) 635-5083 ext. 212.

Madison, IN
Village Lights Bookstore Events: 3: Children’s Story Hour 6 p.m. 4 & 25: Live music in the Twain Room 1-3 p.m. 25: Village Lights Poetry Nights 7 p.m. (812) 265-1800.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Expressive Arts Workshop. Learn to create expressive art with Sara Crafton at the Cultivate Center/The Birdhouse. 10 a.m. – Noon. (812) 273-1193.
2-30: Lanthier Winery’s Annual Autumn Artist Showcase. Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. (812) 273-2409.
18-Oct. 8: Madison Art Club Gallery Annual Art Competition and Exhibition. Reception and awards ceremony 6-8 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Madison Art Club Gallery, 301 E. Main St. (812) 265-3135, ext. 251.
4-5: 144th Chelsea Jubilee. Music, food, fun. 4 – 11 p.m. Friday and noon – 11 p.m. Saturday. Saluda Township Park, Hwy. 62, Chelsea. (812) 889-2726.
4: Bluegrass Music. 6 p.m. at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Free.
5: Harvest Hoot. Grape stomp, hay wagon vineyard tours, live music at Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400 N. (812) 273-6500.
4: The Great Event Community Welcome Day. Enjoy information booths, games and music. At the Madison Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. 601 W. First St. (812) 265-2956.
10: Music in the Park. 7-9 p.m. at the Broadway Fountain. Sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. (812) 265-3270.
10-11: River City Rock Festival. Enjoy live rock bands, kids zone, food, activities and more. Proceeds to benefit Musicians for All. At Madison Bicentennial Park. $5 for junior high and high school students, $15 for one-day pass or $20 for a two-day pass.
10-12: Canaan Fall Festival. Pony express mail , flea market, parade, rides, contests, ice cream. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sunday. (812) 839-4101.
11: 2010 Near Miss Contest. Sponsored by the Madison Parks Department/Senior programs. Open to all mails 18 and older. Contestants must perform a talent and participate in an evening gown competition. 1-4 p.m. at the Brown Gym. $2 admission. (812) 265-4758.
11: Black & White Gala. Fundraiser for Lanier Mansion Foundation. 7-9 p.m. on the north lawn of the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site. Tickets are $30. Reservations or information call (812) 273-0556.
12: Creative Slam. Poetry, storytelling and music at the Cultivate Center-The Birdhouse from 6-8 p.m. (812) 273-1193.
12: Old Fashion Social on the Riverfront. Live music, games bouncy slide for kids and celebrity chefs. 4-7 p.m. on the Riverboat Inn Lawn. (812) 866-6519.
17: Blue Sprit Drumming Circle with Fernando Rubio. 7-8 p.m. at the Cultivate Center-The Birdhouse. (812) 273-1193.
18: Hispanic Cultural Awareness Day. Cultural appreciation of Hispanic countries with food, dance and artifacts from various Latin American Countries. 4-9:30 p.m. at the Broadway Fountain. (812) 273-4350.
18: Memorial Fly-In. The Madison Broken Wings Radio Control Model Airplane Club will hold a Memorial Fly-In at 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Jefferson Proving Ground. Bring lawn chairs. (812) 701-5609.
18: “Twilight Tasting Dinner.” Four course meal with wines. Limited seating. $35 per person plus tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E. 400 North. Reservations required. (812) 273-6500.
19-Oct. 8: Madison Art Club Competition. Showcase for artists from across the region. Nationally recognized painter John Carter Smith to serve as judge. www.madisonartclub.com
23-26: Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale. Hours vary. Auditorium of the Library. (812) 265-2744.
24: Fourth Friday Art And Shop Hop. Enjoy art demonstrations, live music, shopping, trolley rides and more along Madison’s Main Street. Sponsored by Madison Main Street Program. (812) 265-3270.
15-16: Historic Eleutherian College’s Gathering. Annual event. 1-4 p.m. at 6927 W. State Road 250. (812) 866-2795 or (812) 273-9434.
24-26: Annual Fall Old Court Days. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. around the Jefferson County Courthouse and along Second Street. Free admission. (812) 273-6226.
25: Run the Falls 5K. 3.1 mile paved course through the park. Medals awarded. 8 a.m. at park swimming pool. Kids 8 and under $5, adults $10. Sponsored by Kings’ Daughters’ Hospital & Health Services. (812) 265-5211.
25: Madison Merry Collector’s Annual Hallmark Ornament Collectible Sale. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Madison Senior Center. (812) 273-2318.
25-26: Harvest Celebration Festival. A cornucopia of artists, crafters, food, wine and fall color. At Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill St. (812) 273-2409.
25-26: Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art. Premier outdoor juried fine arts and crafts show. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Between Vine Street and Broadway. Free. (812) 265-2956.

New Castle, KY
11: Henry County Arts and Crafts Guild Show. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the 4-H Center at the Henry County Fairgrounds on Hwy. 421. (502) 743-5497.

North Vernon, IN
17-19: “Macbeth Did It.” Production by Jennings County Players at the Park Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $8 per person; $3 for school age children and $1 for pre-school and younger. (812) 346-0330.

Prospect, KY
10: “Dancing By the River.” Sallie Bingham will be honored as 2010 Land Hero. Hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner, dancing, desserts and live music. 7 p.m. at the River Fields. $200 per person; Dancing & dessert only at 9 p.m. $75 per person. Must reserve tickets by Sept. 7. (502) 583-3060.

Rising Sun, IN
18-19: Rising Sun Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts. Enjoy this juried festival of fine arts and crafts. Along Main Street. (513) 379-7169.
18: Lafayette Dinner Program. David Best as Marquis de Lafayette will speak. Heritage Hall on Main St. Dinner program 6 p.m. $12 members, $15 nonmembers. Program only 7:30 p.m. $4 members, $5 nonmembers. Registration deadline Sept. 14. (812) 438-4915.

Scottsburg, IN
11: 100th Anniversary Parade to honor firefighters. Monument dedication and parade to celebrate 100 years of service of the Scottsburg Volunteer Fire Department. Monument dedication at 1 p.m.; parade of fire trucks at 2 p.m. On the northease corner of the Courthouse square. (812) 752-2475.
15: Brown Bag Lunch. Featuring guest speaker Helen Trublood. Noon at the Scott County Heritage Center and Museum. Bring your lunch. (812) 752-1050.
24-26: Hardy Lake Raptor Days. Presentations, tours, silent auction and more at Hardy Lake. (812) 794-2244.

Sparta, KY
3: NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race. 8 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. Gates open at noon. For tickets call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.KentuckySpeedway.com.
4: IZOD IndyCar Series Kentucky Indy 300” 8:45 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. Gates open at 2 p.m. Firestone Indy Lights 100 race at 6 p.m. For tickets call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.KentuckySpeedway.com.

Sunman, IN
3-4: Wine & Fireworks Festival. Enjoy a day of family fun with children’s games, craft booths, food booths, wine tasting and entertainment. Sunman Community Park. (812) 623-2768.

Vernon, IN
4-6: Labor Day Weekend Festivities. Vendors, art, artifacts, fun & entertainment. Downtown Vernon. (812) 346-8989.

Versailles, IN
25-26: Versailles Pumpkin Show. Celebrate over 100 years of this family festival with a large pumpkin contest, live music, large parade, rides and more at Courthouse Square. Sponsored by the Versailles Lions Club. (812) 528-9077.

Vevay, IN
3: First Friday. Enjoy live entertainment, late night shopping, artist demonstrations and more. 1-800-435-5688.
17-19: “Til Beth Do Us Part.” A hilarious comedy play for the whole family at the Hoosier Theater. (812) 427-2319.
18: On the River Car Show. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (812) 427-2789.

Other Areas:
3-5: Old-Time Country Fair. The entire front of the French Lick Springs Hotel will be converted into a vintage country fair with nostalgic games, classic entertainment and of course, tasty treats. 6-9 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday; noon-9 p.m. Sunday. At the French Lick Springs Hotel in French Lick, Ind. (812) 936-5861.
11: Columbus Bluegrass Jamboree. Featuring bluegrass and gospel bluegrass music at the Mill Race Park in Columbus Ind. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 5 p.m. Donations accepted, snacks provided. (812) 379-2408.
11-12: RiverWalk Art-Tiques Show. Arts, crafts, antiques, food and music on the Riverstage Downtown Jeffersonville, Ind. Spring and Riverside Drive. 10 a.m. to dusk Saturday; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. (812) 288-8843 or (502) 744-5378.
11-12: Long Run Massacre. This living history event depicts life in the 18th century. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Red Orchard Park, Shelbyville, Ky. $6 adults, $3 for children up to age 12. Ages three and under free. (502) 228-3746.
18-19: Crackaway Daze Festival. Pony rides, games, live music, inflatables and more. New Point, Ind. (812) 663-3610.
25-Oct. 10: World Equestrian Games. Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, Ky. (888) 934-2010.