Sad your family is not headed to the beach next week? Make your week at home a fun staycation — Owensboro has plenty to offer!
Saturday, March 31
EGG-ceptional Egg Hunt & Bunny Fun | Trunnell’s Farm Utica Market | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Cost: $8/child; adults & children 12 months under FREE
Join the Easter Bunny, as he gets things hopping around the Farm. This event will feature non-stop egg hunts with prize packs for the kids, meet and greet with the Easter Bunny and his many friends, great photo opportunities, story time with the Easter Bunny, meet and feed the baby animals in the animal barnyard, jumping pillow, face painting, and 20+ Family Fun Acre Activities! Don’t forget to bring your Easter basket!
Fan Appreciation Weekend for the Kentucky Thoroughbreds | Sportscenter | Saturday and Sunday @4 | Tickets: $6
The Thoroughbreds play the Nevada Desert Dogs in a 3-game home standoff! Tickets for the weekend will be general admission for $6 to say thank you to loyal fans. Sunday, anyone under the age of 12 will get in free and the Thoroughbreds will host an Easter egg hunt in the SportsCenter with special prizes.
Monday, April 2
Pete the Cat Party | Daviess County Public Library | 2 – 4 p.m. | FREE
Drop in anytime between 2 and 4 to celebrate International Children’s Book Day by visiting with Pete the Cat and enjoying crafts and activities for the whole family.
“Dancing Dragons” | Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts | 9 – 11 a.m. (ages 6 – 10) and 1 – 3 p.m. (ages 11+) | FREE
This class will provide an experience in constructing and manipulating string marionettes and will be taught by museum educator Rocky Cecil. The art museum is able to offer all sessions of the camp FREE to the public as a result of the corporate sponsorship of Owensboro Grain Company which provides for an annual schedule of spring, summer, and fall camps for area school children. The art museum’s camp series is the only local art education program taught by professional artist/educators that is provided at no cost to the public. However, reservations are required and may be made by phoning the museum at 270-685-3181.
Tuesday, April 3
Dance Party | Daviess County Public Library | 10 – 11 a.m. | FREE
Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an exciting dance party with songs, movement, rhymes, and just plain fun. Parents and caregivers are invited to join in and show off their dance moves. Ages 5 and younger.
“Jewelry and Jangle” | Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts | 9 – 11 a.m. (ages 6 – 10) and 1 – 3 p.m. (ages 11+) | FREE
This class features the crafting of beaded jewelry that will be taught by Selma Weisenberg, one of the award winning artists in the current Art Museum’s 56th Annual Owensboro Art Guild Juried Exhibition. Weisenberg’s silver and agate pendant necklace entitled “Parral Moonlight,” won the juror’s Honorable Mention award in that exhibition. The art museum is able to offer all sessions of the camp FREE to the public as a result of the corporate sponsorship of Owensboro Grain Company which provides for an annual schedule of spring, summer, and fall camps for area school children. The art museum’s camp series is the only local art education program taught by professional artist/educators that is provided at no cost to the public. However, reservations are required and may be made by phoning the museum at 270-685-3181.
Meet Griff, the Groundhog! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 11 a.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Join the folks from Nurture to Nature as they introduce Griff, a real Groundhog! Patrons will have a chance to see Griff up close and personal, make photographs and hear about Griff’s starring role in the new book “The Case of the Missing Peanuts!”
“An Afternoon Snack” with Kids in the Kitchen! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 2 p.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Become the chef with the Kids in the Kitchen volunteers from the Junior League of Owensboro, Inc. as they present a hands-on food prep activity for students of all ages! You’ll create a healthy, nutritious afternoon snack to enjoy!
Lego Free Play | Daviess County Public Library | 2 – 4 p.m. | FREE
Visit the library to build whatever your mind can dream up with the library’s large LEGO collection.
Wednesday, April 4
Storyteller Mary Jo Huff | Daviess County Public Library | 1 – 2 p.m. AND 3 – 4 p.m. | FREE
Enjoy stories and songs with award-winning author and storyteller Mary Jo Huff with fun for the whole family. Registration will be required for all attendees on EventBrite.
Paper Collage | Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts | 9 – 11 a.m. (ages 6 – 10) and 1 – 3 p.m. (ages 11+) | FREE
Brian Murphy, art instructor at Owensboro Middle School South, will conduct a class in the art of paper collage on Wednesday, April 4. Murphy also received juror recognition in the current Art Guild exhibition with and Honorable Mention for his entry. The art museum is able to offer all sessions of the camp FREE to the public as a result of the corporate sponsorship of Owensboro Grain Company which provides for an annual schedule of spring, summer, and fall camps for area school children. The art museum’s camp series is the only local art education program taught by professional artist/educators that is provided at no cost to the public. However, reservations are required and may be made by phoning the museum at 270-685-3181.
The REAL Story of Sally Sells Seashells By The Seashore! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 10:30 a.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Meet the real life story of ‘Sally’ or Mary Anning from England, who at the age of twelve discovered a 200 million year old fossil along the seashore of her hometown! This young fossilist was born in 1799 and became famous for her discoveries! We will share the stories of other famous fossil hunters from around the world and close the program with an activity called Build-a-Bone! Come enjoy stories with Susan Fowler of explorations & discoveries and a make a creative art project to take home!
Dr. Seuss meets Dinosaurs & Cranes & Butterflies! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 1:30 p.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
In his awesome books, we meet the imagination of Dr. Seuss as it comes to life in very unusual creatures that tell us stories! With the help of storyteller Susan Fowler and ‘Dr. Seuss’ meet the incredible real life stories of some very cool animals, birds and insects! We’ll close with an activity called Paint-on-Cardboard, where you will paint your favorite dinosaur, bird or butterfly to take home!
Thursday, April 5
Rebel Girls | Daviess County Public Library | 2 – 3 p.m. | FREE
City Commissioner Pam Smith-Wright will be sharing her career journey in local politics, followed by a fun activity about how government works and a prize drawing. Recommended for ages 6-12.
“Singing Strings” | Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts | 9 – 11 a.m. (ages 6 – 10) and 1 – 3 p.m. (ages 11+) | FREE
A class where kids can build several stringed instruments, including banjos and fiddles, will be led by local artist/educator Enid Roach. Roach, an art instructor at Kentucky Wesleyan College and Western Kentucky University, is an award winning artist who works in a variety of two and three dimensional media. The art museum is able to offer all sessions of the camp FREE to the public as a result of the corporate sponsorship of Owensboro Grain Company which provides for an annual schedule of spring, summer, and fall camps for area school children. The art museum’s camp series is the only local art education program taught by professional artist/educators that is provided at no cost to the public. However, reservations are required and may be made by phoning the museum at 270-685-3181.
Feathered Friends! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 11 a.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Join the Daviess County Audubon Society & learn all about feathers, why they are so important to birds and some dinosaurs, too!
Live Snake Talk with Ochy! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 2 p.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Join for an up close and personal visit with our resident corn snake Ochy, as they discuss how snakes live, eat and interact with the world around them. Patrons will have a chance to touch Ochy and make photographs.
Friday, April 6
Holiday Drive-In | Reo, Indiana | Adults $10; children 4 – 11 $5
The drive-in will officially open weekends starting on Friday, April 6. While this drive-in operates with five screens, they will start the season with just two screens and add other screens as the season progresses.
“Black and White Selfies” | Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts | 9 – 11 a.m. (ages 6 – 10) and 1 – 3 p.m. (ages 11+) | FREE
A painting class taught by Eddie Miller, Chair, Fine Art Department and instructor of art and humanities courses at Owensboro Catholic High School. It will guide students in the creation of self-portraits rendered in black and white acrylic paint. The art museum is able to offer all sessions of the camp FREE to the public as a result of the corporate sponsorship of Owensboro Grain Company which provides for an annual schedule of spring, summer, and fall camps for area school children. The art museum’s camp series is the only local art education program taught by professional artist/educators that is provided at no cost to the public. However, reservations are required and may be made by phoning the museum at 270-685-3181.
Spring Babies – Bunnies, Chicks and More! | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 10:30 a.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Join Debbie Taylor from Equestrian Enterprises as she shares a variety of live baby animals! Children will have a chance to meet, pet and make photographs with the animals!
H.O.P. (Healthy Owensboro Program) | Owensboro Museum of Science & History | 2 p.m. | All activities are included with admission; 2 years and under admitted free
Join for a H.O.P. program about our region’s Native Americans and what they ate during the spring months! Visitors will also explore the foods, customs and stories of “The Three Sisters” and have a chance to learn about healthy eating habits at the same time! They will gather around the Portable Demo Kitchen and discover the value of eating corn, beans and squash and much more! Everyone can try some of the food we prepare and take home activity and recipe cards! This program is supported by Owensboro Health and the Junior League of Owensboro.
Saturday, April 7
First Saturday “April Showers Bring May Power” | Western Kentucky Botanical Garden | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Cost: $1
Join in the Educational Classroom for some learning fun. Children ages 5 to 11 are welcome. This fun session we will talk about April showers and the effect they have on the growing season. Make plans to come to The Garden. Call 270-993-1234 or email [email protected] to let us know you are coming.
ALL WEEK
Pete the Cat Scavenger Hunt | Daviess County Public Library | All day April 2 – 5 | FREE
Pete the Cat has lost his shoes! Participate in our Scavenger Hunt to help him find them.
Elite Air Extreme Fun Center | Spring Break hours
Monday – Thursday: 12 – 9 p.m.
Friday: 12 – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 1 – 8 p.m.
Monday 12 – 9 p.m. will be Family Day all day – $25 for a family of 5.
Thursday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and Saturday 8 – 10 a.m. will be Toddler Time.
U-Bounce | Spring Break hours:
(SPECIAL: $5 per kid (1-4 KIDS) or family for $25 (5-8 kids)
Monday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Tuesday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Painting with a Twist | Spring Break classes
Join for a unique creative experience where your kids get to make art to illustrate their own story. Do something creative this Spring Break and watch the smile that never leaves their faces. Book individual sessions for $25 or the entire week for $110. Your kid will have a great story to tell and 12×12 canvases to illustrate it.
Cecil Farms | Spring Flower Sale
Every Saturday in April and May, Cecil Farms will hold a flower sale — hanging baskets, patio pots, ferns, and more. Fresh vegetables too! Visit the farm this Spring!
Edge Ice Center | Spring Break Hours
Make memories at the Edge Ice Center over Spring Break, April 2-6 during Public Skating Sessions from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $4 per person and this includes skate rental.
