We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The office will be closed from December 23rd to January 1st. As the New Year approaches, the Chamber Office will be relocating as we go under renovations. You can find a staff member upstairs at Bardstown for the Arts/ The Gallery (90 Court Square) during limited office hours. More details to come.

Bardstown Main Street

Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce

Merriest Main Street

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism

502-348-4877 info@bardstowntourism.com

Big Thanks to Visit Bardstown & Bardstown Main Street and Bardstown Main Street's Board and Volunteers!

Bardstown to Shine on NBC’s TODAY Show for Merriest Main Street Finale!

Bardstown, KY – December 12, 2024 – The TODAY show is coming to Bardstown to close out its nationally celebrated “Merriest Main Street” series! This incredible opportunity places Bardstown in the national spotlight as one of America’s most festive and charming destinations for the holidays. The segment will air live on 12/20/2024, and Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism invites the community to join in the excitement and show the world why we’re the most festive place to be this season!

“This is a moment of immense pride for our community,” said Stacey Phelps, President of Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism. “Let’s come together to celebrate Bardstown’s holiday spirit and create a vibrant, unforgettable moment for the TODAY show audience.”

Timeline for the Day

• 7:30 AM ET: Spokesperson and community crowd arrival. Please arrive by 7:30 AM ET to be part of the live segment!
• 8:25 AM ET: Live broadcast begins.
• 8:35 AM ET: Segment concludes.

Your Role in the Celebration

We need YOU to help make this moment magical! Dress warmly in your best festive attire, bring signs, and come ready to spread holiday cheer. Whether it’s reindeer antlers, Santa hats, or your favorite holiday sweater, let’s show the TODAY show—and the world—how Bardstown celebrates the season.

By gathering a large, energetic crowd, we can demonstrate Bardstown’s community spirit and secure our place as the Merriest Main Street!

Where to Meet: The Court Square

Let’s make this a morning to remember, Bardstown! Together, we’ll show why we’re not just the Bourbon Capital of the World, but also a magical holiday destination.

For more information, please contact Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism at 502-348-4877 or info@bardstowntourism.com

About Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism

Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism is dedicated to showcasing Bardstown as a world-class destination rich in history, culture, and hospitality. For more information, visit www.visitbardstown.com

Nelson County Economic Development Agency

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Bardstown Candle Co.

January 8, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: 108 W. Flaget Ave.,  Bardstown, KY 40004

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Derby City Container

RK Buegrass

TerraCraft Outdoor Solutions

House of Service Heating and Air Conditioning

Kentucky Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Kentucky Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is proud to be the local leader in sports medicine expertise. Dr. Shane Kibbe is Bardstown's only independent orthopedic surgeon, which allows patients to choose their preferred location for surgical procedures. At KOSM, we specialize in treating chronic conditions like knee and hip arthritis as well as acute injuries like ACL and rotator cuff tears. Conveniently located at 809 Morton Avenue in Bardstown. We also offer availability for walk in appointments all day on Mondays to help facilitate evaluation from injuries sustained on Friday night or over the weekend. Call Kentucky Orthopedics & Sports Medicine to book your appointment at 502-834-5676. Or visit our website at KOSMortho.com. 

Care Guide Partners/PACE/Pallitus

The desire for independent and healthy living is now easier than ever for seniors in and around Bardstown with Care Guide Partners PACE.

As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, we work to empower people aged 55 and older with the support they need to stay in the homes they know and love as they age.

We proudly serve residents of Bullitt, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, and Nelson counties.

From its new PACE Center in Elizabethtown, Care Guide Partners coordinates and delivers all the medical care, senior services, transportation, and in-home support participants need to maintain their independent lifestyles. The program truly is a “one-stop shop” for seniors who need support to age safely and comfortably at home. It’s also a big help to those who love them, with:

• 24/7 comprehensive health and medical care including primary and specialist services
• Transportation to and from the PACE Center and all program-coordinated appointments
• Outpatient labs and X-rays
• Dental, podiatry, optometry, audiology care and medical supplies
• Physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation services and equipment
• Meals, nutrition planning, and nutritional support as needed
• An adult day program at the PACE Center that offers meals and social activities like day trips, parties, and cultural celebrations
• Other support services, including laundry and personal hygiene assistance

Customized Care Plans 

At PACE’s heart is a team of geriatric medical specialists and experts on aging who put together a custom plan with each participant. From there, Care Guide Partners PACE coordinates everything, from scheduling medical appointments to providing transportation, social services, meals, and any other day-to-day assistance required based on your unique needs.

Who qualifies for PACE?

To be eligible for PACE, seniors must:

• Be at least 55 years old
• Be certified by the Commonwealth of Kentucky to need nursing home-level care
• Be able to live safely in the community at the time of PACE enrollment
• Be living in Bullitt, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, or Nelson counties

How much does PACE cost?

PACE is free to participants with Medicare and Medicaid. People with Medicare-only or private insurance should contact Care Guide Partners to discuss eligibility and copay possibilities.

PACE: the help seniors need to live in the places they love.

To learn more about Care Guide Partners’ innovative new program, discuss eligibility, and arrange a tour of the PACE Center, visit careguidepartners.org/pace or call 270.600.2580, TTY: 270.600.2589.

Huddle House

Clearvue Solutions LLC dba Window Gang Louisville

Woodmenlife Representative, Kentucky

Edward Jones- Aaron Kinsey, Financial Advisor

There is a new Mental Health Provider in Bardstown! Hope Counseling Center has opened its second location, located at 104 Manor Dr, Suite 101 – right in front of Maywood Subdivision. We work with individuals, children, couples, and families assisting with depression, behavior issues, anxiety, adjustment issues, divorce, family changes, and more. You can read more about us and some of our providers listed on our website: www.kyhopecounseling.com. Therapists are scheduling appointments now at 502-509-3088.