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Evans Orchard, Georgetown

I hope everyone is enjoying this cooler weather.  These are perfect temperatures to curl up on the couch with a cup of our hot cider and mulling spices!   A hot fried apple pie or pumpkin spice donut would also make a great dessert.

Evans Orchard will be open until December 16. We will have apples, cider, Holiday gift items, decorations and don’t forget GIFT BASKETS!
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Equus Run, Midway
A Star is Born
Equus Run Concerts at the Vineyard Series Featured in Kentucky Tourism Video Podcast

Roll out the red carpet for the new stars at Equus Run...our staff and you, Friends of the Vineyard! The Kentucky Department of Tourism visited Equus Run for a Concert at the Vineyard and created a fascinating video podcast for use on their website, www.kentuckytourism.com, with great shots of you, your friends and family having fun, listening to great music, and enjoying wine at Equus Run. Focusing on Kentucky's burgeoning agri-tourism industry, the segment plays homage to Equus Run's popularity, longevity and success in Kentucky's wine industry. Are you the star of the show??? See the video here!

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Talon Winery, Lexington

Friends of Talon, We have a wonderful event planned at Talon Winery this weekend. Below is more information. Arts D’Vine Wine, cheese, smooth jazz, and art. What a great way to spend the afternoon. Talon Winery and Vineyards along with Bluegrass Community and Technical College present “Arts D’Vine”, Saturday, December 1 from 12-6:00 pm. Enjoy award winning wines and two and three dimensional works from local and regional artists as you browse through the original 1790’s farm house located at 7086 Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington. A silent auction of works from exhibiting artist will be held during the exhibition. The show will also include light appetizers and smooth jazz provided by Mark Gardner. Wine is available for purchase during the show. Do your holiday shopping and pick some art and pick some wine at “Arts D’Vine. Admission is free. See you Saturday!

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Old Crow Inn, Danville

Holiday Tea

To start the Holiday season, Old Crow Inn winery will host a formal Tea on Saturday December 8 at 2 PM in the Vineyard Room at the Chateau winery.  Reservations are required for the Tea with a Fee of $16.00.  Some of the items on the Tea Menu include:  Pecan Pie Squares, Amaretto Truffles and Cranberry Spiced Tea.

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Agritainment and Market, Burlington

Kinman Farms Fall Festival takes place on a Northern Kentucky 150 acre, working farm.  School and private groups are welcome during the week and then open to the public on weekends.  We have a large petting zoo, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, ponyrides, a corn maze, a straw maze, bonfire, and many more fun activities for all ages.  We have just added a picnic shelter with concession and an outdoor "play area".  Come join us this fall season!

Kinman Farms

4175 Burlington Pike

Burlington, KY 41005

859-689-2682

859-630-3376

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Greenup County Events

DECEMBER

1  Annual Christmas Open House – Greenbo Lake State Resort Park (606-473-7324)

1  Festival of Lights – Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Campgrounds (606-473-7324)

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Todd Allen

President, Central Kentucky Agritourism Association

859-336-3075 (phone)

859-481-1482 (cell)

Central Kentucky Agritourism Association

Announces Holiday Open Farm Events, Farm Store Savings,

And “Shop the Farm & WIN Sweepstakes”

Remember to Shop Your Local Farms this Season

Springfield, Ky., November 27, 2007 – Members of the Central Kentucky Agritourism Association (CKAA) invite you to the farm to shop this Holiday Season. Your local Farms have a wide variety of locally made and produced merchandise ideal for Holiday Gifts.  Many of the CKAA Members are hosting FREE Holiday Open Farm Events which are listed on the CKAA Website: www.centralkyfarmsarefun.com as well as respective farm Websites.

Every CKAA Member will be featuring several discount specials ranging from 10%-50% OFF. As an extra incentive, CKAA is sponsoring, “Shop the Farm & WIN Sweepstakes” this holiday season. Enter to win a $100 Gift Certificate which may be redeemed at any of the CKAA Members’ Farms. Enter by visiting and shopping any participating CKAA Member Farm. No purchase necessary. You do not have to be present to win. Sweepstakes Drawing to be held on Saturday, December 15,  2008.

CKAA Members across the Central Kentucky Region include the following farms:

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill – Historic working farm, featuring an Arts& Crafts Store, Restaurant, and Special Events throughout the year. Bed & Breakfast Farm Stay Gift Certificates available as well. 3501 Lexington Rd./US 68, Harrodsburg, 800-734-5611

1851 Historic Maple Hill Manor – An Historic Home providing B&B Farm Stay Accommodations, an Alpaca & Llama Farm, and Fiber Farm Store. Annual Holiday Open House and Alpaca Holiday Boutique – Saturday, December 1, 10:00am-4:00pm. Historic Home Tours, Refreshments, Complementary SPA Treatments, and Farm Store Specials.  FREE Admission. Extended Farm Store Hours for the Holidays: Tues.–Sun., 12noon-8pm OR by appointment. Gift Ideas: Alpaca-made garments and gift items such as Teddy Bears, blankets, scarves, gloves, hats, sweaters, capes, fur coats, and winter jackets for men, women, and children. Shop at the Farm, over the Phone, or Online. Bed & Breakfast Farm Stay Gift Certificates available as well. KY Proud Member. 2941 Perryville Rd./U.S. 150, Springfield. Website: www.maplehillmanor.com, 859-336-3075, 800-886-7546

Rolling Hills Vineyard – Featuring Kentucky Wine, Country Hams, and Gift Baskets. Special Holiday Event…

Holiday Wine Tasting & Dinner: December 8, 2007 at 6:00 p.m.
Country ham dinner to be provided!
Cost to attend a tasting is $8.00, and we provide a FREE Dinner.

Call to schedule a visit. 2384 Kelly Shop Rd., Springfield. Website: www.rollinghillsvineyardky.com, 

859-262-6155

Springhill Winery & Plantation B&B – Featuring Kentucky Wine & Gift Baskets.

Bed & Breakfast Farm Stay Gift Certificates available as well.  3205 Springfield Rd./HWY 55, Bloomfield. Website: www.springhillwinery.com, 502-252-9463

Old Kentucky Barnwood Crafts & Herbs – Featuring Herbal Jellies, Gift Baskets.

KY Proud Member. Call to schedule an appointment. 160 Ora Brent, Bardstown, 502-348-6587

Long Link Farm Winery – Featuring Kentucky Wine & Gift Baskets. Call to schedule a visit. 6769 Polin Road, Willisburg. Website: www.longlickfarmwinery.com, 859-284-1002

Horseshoe Bend Vineyards - Featuring Kentucky Wine & Gift Baskets. Call to schedule a visit. 1187 Lawson Lane, Willisburg. Website: www.horseshoebend-ky.com,  859-375-0296

Simple Pleasures Vineyard - Featuring Kentucky Wine & Gift Baskets. Call to schedule a visit. 3067 Beechland Rd., Springfield. 859-336-7535

Turning Point Vineyard - Featuring Kentucky Wine & Gift Baskets. Call to schedule a visit. 31 Hagen Rd., Bloomfield. Website: www.turningpointvines.com, 502-673-9000

Sangreal Christmas Tree Farm – Pick a LIVE Christmas Tree, saws provided or may be cut for you. 910 Bramlett Kemp Rd., Greensburg, 270-932-2366.

Koenig Farm, Spinnery & Yarn Shop – Working fiber farm featuring Angora Goats, spinning mill onsite. Shop for yarns, spinner’s roving, mohair socks, craft kits, supplies, and more.  2811 Beechland Road, Springfield. Website: www.koenigfarm.com,  859-336-8438

Campbell’s West Wind Farm – Working Fiber Farm featuring sheep’s wool. Many available finished products for sale: jackets, shawls, scarves, and sculptures. Call to schedule a visit. 2888 Bardstown Rd., Springfield. 859-336-9283

Baskets by Patricia Lou – Handwoven custom baskets, with a variety of styles available. Call to schedule a visit. 691 Claybrooke Lane, Springfield. 859-336-7455

Campground Acres – Specializing in sorghum, apple butter, jellies and jams. Farm store open Monday-Saturday. 388 Campground Rd., Bloomfield. (502) 252-5751

Big Red Stables – featuring 1000 acres of horse riding trails. Gift Certificates are available. Call to schedule a visit. 1605 Jackson Pike, Harrodsburg. (859) 734-3118

Old Kentucky Home Stables & Bed & Breakfast – Featuring a Bed & Breakfast Farm Stay on a working horse farm. Gift Certificates are available. 115 Samuels Road, Cox's Creek (Nelson County), Website: www.okhs-bb.com (502) 349-0408

CKAA has twenty-eight participating Agritourism Member Farms across the 12 county region. A self-guided tour of these farms is available for tourists and open to the public. This includes the following counties: Adair, Anderson, Boyle, Bullitt, Green, LaRue, Marion, Mercer, Nelson, Spencer, Taylor, and Washington. Members feature farm tours, educational demonstrations, specials on fresh produce, herbs, wine, fiber products, honey, farm crafts, and more. Children’s activities will feature a wide variety of farm animals such as sheep, alpacas, llamas, goats, cows, donkeys, and horses too. Most Farm Members offer a Farm Store and will be showcasing produce and merchandise for sale this Holiday Season. Families are welcome to spend the day touring or extend your visit to the area with an overnight stay at one of the many fine Kentucky Farm Stay Bed & Breakfasts throughout the region.      

As an added incentive to visit multiple CKAA Farms, a Tour Rewards Card will be provided – after visiting 5 Member Farms, receive a FREE Kentucky Proud Gift.  

Visit www.centralkyfarmsarefun.com or call 859-336-3075 for more information. A CKAA Region Guide Map and Tour Rewards Card are available from this Website as well. Each CKAA Member will have Guide Maps and Tour Reward Cards available at their respective farm site.