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Kentucky Horse Park

I read a description of the Kentucky Horse Park that said it was a "premier equine facility". Really, while that is true I found that description lost the heart of what the Kentucky Horse Park means to me as a local community member. I have a more emotional connection to the park because as a little girl I spent many Saturday nights clogging at the campground with Steve Smith's crowd, swimming in the campground pool, visiting the museum, horseback riding at the park facility and more throughout the years. There is so much more to the park than the WEG.

Flash forward to 2008, I now witness my in-laws enjoying time with my daughter at the beautiful campground at the park with their new RV. Then the bonus is at Christmas we make the annual trip to the park to see the lights. And for me, the Southern Light Show isn't the best part of the trip! You have to get out of the car, yes get out of the car and go see the animals, the train exhibit, and all the other fabulous fun stuff inside.

I am sure many others have experienced the park in their own way and have many memories. So for me it's not all about the "equine" at the park...it's much more than that to our community. My personal opinion is that media descriptions that fail to mention that the park is still a park looses heart. It's not just a "premier equine facility" it's part of the heart of our community and will be long after the WEG are over.

The Kentucky Horse Park website has a complete listing of all the event and activities at the park. Located just north of Lexington, Kentucky between Interstate I-75 and Newtown Pike.

Nov. 3rd Festival and Entertainment Curtiswood Farm (horses from disciplines for the 2010 games)

Genie from Curtiswood Farm is having an event on November 3rd 12:30 - 5 p.m. (130 Robinson Lane) with lots of things to do.

• The Ohio Top Hands Rodeo Drill Team

• Riata Ranch Trick Rope Star Jennifer Welch from California

• KY Artists showing/selling their art

• Pony Rides/Petting Zoo

• A Taste of the Bluegrass

• Retirement of several 'very famous entertainment horses'

Genie also noted that there will be many of the horses that are disciplines for the 2010 games. Chamber members are invited to attend! Here's a chance to have fun and learn more about the World Equestrian Games horse disciplines and visit one of Georgetown Kentucky's local horse farms.

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Advance Registration - KY World Equestrian Tradeshow

The World Games 2010 Foundation, Inc. today (October 5, 2007) announced the launch of an advance registration program for tradeshow spaces at the 2010 Games, scheduled to take place at the Kentucky Horse Park September 25th - October 10th, 2010. 

The advance registration program will begin in October, and will allow vendors to secure priority status for selecting a final exhibit location on the Kentucky Horse Park grounds once plans have been finalizes.  Approximately 400 vendors from around the world will offer a variety of products, services and information to more than 600,000 attendees.

Prospective vendors wanting to ensure they are included in the initial distribution of information should send their contact information to tradeshow@feigames2010.org.  Total booth costs and subsequent details will be released on the launch date, and more information will be abailable on the 2010 ALltech FEI World Equestrian Games website.

Come Horse Around in Georgetown this October

October 4-7 will be a fun filled week-end in Georgetown. The annual arts week-end and the annual Festival of the Horse will be taking place. This will be the 27th year of this event and it promises to be even bigger and better. The festival began under the direction of local pharmacist John Fitch. It has changed leadership over the years and currently there are approximatley 30 people working on the various aspects of the festival. This year will feature many new activities including horse games, experience the horse, a horse farm tour of farms not usually open to the public, many more artists and crafters, and of course good food. The entire Festival of the Horse schedule can be found at www.festivalofthehorse.org or www.georgetownky.com

The annual Arts Week-end will feature a juried art show which will be held at the Scott County Museum on Main Street and an art exhibit at the Arts and Cultural Center on Water Street. There will be lots of art to look at and purchase. Come see the wonderfully talented artists we have in our community and surrounding area. There is sure to be equine art too!

The Georgetown Community Theatre will be performing Celebrate Life during this same week-end on the campus of Georgetown College.

Speaking of Georgetown College, the Tigers will be playing Lambuth at home on Saturday October 6th.

The Harvest Trail is in full swing with everything from apples and pumpkins to antiques and buffalos. For more information on the Trail you may call 502-863-2547 or visit www.georgetownky.com

Another small local town in Scott Co., Stamping Ground, will be having Buffalo Daze on Saturday too.

Scott County has something to offer for everyone of all ages. Come see us and experience all the wonderful activities, the rich history, and warm hospitality.

What else can I do in Georgetown?

Fall is a busy time in the Georgetown-Scott County area. Don't wait for 2010 to come see all that is available to you, your family, or our out of town visitors. With it's beautiful historic homes and buildings along with Georgetown College, Georgetown is a destination not to be missed. The following are just a few of the events that will be taking place in the next couple of weeks.

Sept 1-2 & Oct. 7-8 Historic Ward Hall Open House,come see one of the most glorious homes in America Sat 10-5 and Sun. 12-5 Located on US 460 West

Sept 4-27 Art Exhibit featuring the work of C.W. Nave and Stephen Marc at the Arts and Cultural    Center  117 North Water St.

Sept. 7-9  The Motor City Cushman Scooter Club will in town (never seen one, now's your chance) If you have one and would like to show it off contact Phyllis Greene 502-863-5424

Farm Fun every Fall!  Follow the Harvest Trail to local orchards who offer pumpkins, apples, hayrides, and more! www.georgetownky.com

Sept 15 Oxford Antique "Extravaganza" 9-4 US 62 held at the Old Presbyterian Church in the village of Oxford just east of the city.

These are just a few of the things that we have to offer. Be sure to stop by the Chamber of Commerce building at 160 East Main to pick up maps and info. about local attractions and have a bite to eat at one of our local mom & pop eating establishments in the heart of downtown. www.gtown.org

If you would like to participate in the upcoming Festival of the Horse Festival of the horseOctober 5-7 please check the Chamber of Commerce or Georgetown Tourism web-site for more info. To be a vendor now, next year, or 2010 please contact Gretchen Soards at 502-863-2538. To participate in the Grand Horse Parade on Saturday night with Grand Marshall jockey Pat Day contact Renee Roberts 502-863-5424 or Renee@georgetown.org

Additional web-sites to visit for more information about Georgetown, Georgetown College, horses, the arts, etc.           

www.georgetownky.com  www.festivalofthehorse   www.kyhorse.org    www.oldfriendsequine.org    www.scottcountyartworks.org  www.georgetownnews.com   www.georgetowncollege.edu

Stay tuned for more fun fall activities and events.

Kitty Dougoud, Main Street Director  georgetowngri@gmail.com