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Bourbon Lovers, Bargain Hunters and Wordsmiths Head to Lebanon, KY in April
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Bourbon Lovers, Bargain Hunters
and Wordsmiths Head to Lebanon, KY in April
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Maker’s Mark Handcraft Festival, KY Hwy. 55 Yard Sale
and Kentucky Writers’ Day Celebration all take place in one month
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Lebanon, KY – March 2016 / Newsmaker Alert / Lebanon, KY will be teeming with bourbon lovers, bargain hunters and Kentucky writers and entertainers in April when this central Kentucky town hosts several major events, including a festival, a yard sale and a celebration of the pen. Visit Lebanon, KY’s Event page for more information.

Maker’s Mark pours on the fun
On Saturday, April 16, one of the world’s most famous distilleries hosts the fourth annual Maker’s Mark® Handcraft Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a self-guided tour with delicious food and cocktail samples, plus live musical entertainment during this family-friendly event. Browse among the artwork and hand-crafted goodies at some of the finest, handpicked arts-and-craft vendors in the region. Free admission.
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Bourbon Lovers, Bargain Hunters and Wordsmiths Head to Lebanon, KY in April
Bourbon and bargains, words and music take place in Lebanon in April.
Pictured is Maker’s Mark® Handcraft Festival, set for April 16, 2016.
(Credit: Lebanon Tourist & Convention Commission)
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“Haggle” haven on Hwy. 55
Lebanon and Marion County are on the bargaining byway when the KY Hwy. 55 Yard Sale gets underway from April 21 through April 24 in these Kentucky counties: Carroll, Trimble, Henry, Shelby, Spencer, Nelson, Washington, Taylor, Adair and Russell. Bring your friends and your mad money for 147 miles of sales and treasure hunting, browsing from among businesses’ and residents’ closets, garages, attics and basements. Free admission.

Celebrate Kentucky Writers
Historic Penn’s Store in nearby Gravel Switch hosts its 20th annual Kentucky Writers’ Day Celebration on Sunday, April 24. This celebration includes a gathering of Kentucky authors, poets, playwrights and singer/songwriters who will share their works and perform against the backdrop of the oldest country store in America being run continuously by the same family. On the National Registry of Historic Places, this Kentucky Historical Landmark has been in business since 1850.

The event emcees are award-winning poet and author Chad Horn and entertainer Randy Burchfield. Ronn Crowder, a musician who has performed on stage and/or on recordings with Furry Lewis, Leo LeBlanc, The Hombres, Jerry Lee Lewis and Bonnie Bramlett, among others, is a special guest. Dr. HR Stoneback, Distinguished Professor of English at the State University of New York and Honorary President of the Elizabeth Madox Roberts Society, will present a special program. 

Bobbie Smith Bryant, Ed McClanahan and award-winning children’s picture book author Heather Henson are among the many writers appearing. Performances will include those by poet/songwriter/musician Dawn Lane Osborn, Terry Wooley and Judge Wolfe, among many others. An afternoon songwriter JAM FEST will take place 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Plants and herbs by Steve’s Plants will be for sale throughout the day. Free admission.

To plan your visit to Lebanon for one or more of these April happenings, go to www.VisitLebanonKy.com and click on the Events page.

Media Contact:
Nena Olivier, 270-692-0021
Lebanon Tourist & Convention Commission
www.VisitLebanonKy.com

Hi- and Low-Res photos available.

About Lebanon, KY
Geographically located in the center of the state, Lebanon is the “Heart of Bourbon Country,” the epicenter of Kentucky barrel and bourbon making. Attractions include Maker’s Mark Distillery, Limestone Branch Distillery, photo op stop Lebanon/Maker’s Mark Water Tower and the Kentucky Cooperage. For outdoor enthusiasts, Gorley Naturalist Trail presents challenging hiking and biking and the scenic splendor of 47 bridges. Fagan Branch Reservoir and Sportsman’s Lake beckon canoeists, kayakers and boaters (non-motorized boats) and fishers and anglers for waters stocked with rainbow trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass, catfish, crappie and hybrid bluegill. Incorporated as a city in 1815, Lebanon played a crucial role during the Civil War and is today on the Civil War Discovery Trail. It is also part of Kentucky’s historic Holy Land, with sites including the Sisters of Loretto Motherhouse. Visual and performing arts and pop culture and historic treasures are found at the Marion County Heritage Center, Stillhouse Art Museum and Angelic Hall at Centre Square. Shop for antiques, collectibles and handmade crafts downtown and dine at your choice of 40 eateries – everything from casual full-service restaurants to home-style cafes to an old-fashioned soda fountain. Among accommodations options are the gracious circa 1833 Myrtledene Bed and Breakfast and Hampton Inn. Facebook.com/VisitLebanon

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Publishing Dates: 03/31/16 – 05/31/16
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