Dear Members,

Please note that our office will be temporarily relocating to the Kentucky Career Center building for renovations, effective July 1st. During this time, the Chamber office will be by appointment only.

Rest assured, all events, ribbon cuttings, member visits, and off-site meetings will continue as usual. We will be operating under a hybrid work model, utilizing in-office time (by appointment) and reserved community spaces for collaboration.

We appreciate your understanding as we work to improve our space. We will keep you updated on our return.

Sincerely,

The Chamber Team

XLR8 Class

On May 8th, the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce held its first XLR8 Professional Development Series of the year with a topic on Organizational Skills!

Missed this session? Don't worry! This is just the first of a four-part series designed to elevate your workplace capabilities:

• Session 2: Taking Initiative (June 5th)
• Sessions 3: Managing Workplace Anxiety (July 10th)
• Sessions 4: Creativity - Thinking Outside the Box (August 14th)

Participants who complete ALL FOUR classes will receive a Certificate of Completion in Workplace Professional Skills!

Spots are limited. Please reach out to chamber@bardstownchamber.com if you are interested in attending any of the classes.

Young Professionals Network

On May 14th, our amazing Young Professionals took time out of their busy schedules to give back to our beautiful Bardstown community!

Several dedicated Young Professional volunteers spent the afternoon picking up trash throughout town, helping keep our streets clean and our community beautiful. Their commitment to service shows exactly what makes Bardstown special - people who care deeply about our shared spaces and are willing to put in the work to maintain them.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated! This is what community leadership looks like, and we couldn't be prouder of our young professionals.

May Connect Hosted By: Eric Hayden Collision & Towing

On May 21st, the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber held its 5th Connect of the year. We want to give a big thanks to Eric Hayden Collision & Towing and their staff for opening their doors to the community to host such a great event that brought community members together for networking, delicious food, and amazing cocktails. We want to give a shout-out to Christy Clark with Mammy's Kitchen & Bar and her team for providing the delicious food.

Eric Hayden Collision & Towing is located at 962 Bloomfield Road, Bardstown KY, so call them today at 502-349-0053 for all your repair needs.

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Harvest & Oak Heritage Farm

June 10, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: 2398 Roberts Rd., Bardstown KY 40004

Mooney EyeCare Centre

June 11, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: 215 Kentucky Home Sq., Bardstown, KY, 40004

Mortenson Family Dental

June 13, 2025

Time: 1:30 PM

Location: 798 Portland Ave., Bardstown, KY, 40004

Red Rose Inn

July 16, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: 209 E. Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004

Previous Ribbon Cuttings:

Congratulations to Mama Duck's Childcare on their ribbon cutting that was held on Thursday, May 8th.

Congratulations to Shoe Sensation #863 on their ribbon cutting that was held on Friday, May 9th.

Congratulations to Nelson County Schools- OKH Sensory Garden on their ribbon cutting that was held on Tuesday, May 20th.

Congratulations to Classic BiPlane Tours on their ribbon cutting that was held on Thursday, May 22nd.

Congratulations to The Trail Hotel on their ribbon cutting that was held on Wednesday, May 28th.

Congratulations to Garage Coffee Roastery & Cafe on their ribbon cutting that was held on Saturday, May 31st.

Upcoming Events

June Connect

June 18th, 2025

REGISTER HERE

Home Coming

July 4th, 2025

5:00 PM - Fireworks

For Premier Seating we encourage purchasing a ticket to the Stephen Foster Drama! Ticket Holders will receive VIP Status with free kidzone and Home Tour before show.

For tickets visit https://stephenfoster.com

Chamber Chase

July 18-27th, 2025

More information and sponsorship opportunities coming soon! If you have any questions,

contact TaNia Calbert- tcalbertbncc@gmail.com.

Golf Scramble

August 15, 2025

Reach out to Hannah Viens- hannah@bardstownchamber.com for more information on sponsorships and teams.

Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce Announces Partnership with BluMine Health

Bardstown, KY

The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our new partnership with BluMine Health, offering a comprehensive healthcare benefit to individuals working for Chamber member businesses. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local businesses and enhancing the well-being of our community.

About the BluMine Health Benefit

Employees of Chamber member businesses, as well as their eligible dependents (ages 2-26 if still considered dependents), can now access BluMine Health’s concierge primary care services. For those not employed by a Chamber member business, individuals can join the Chamber to take advantage of this benefit.

This service provides comprehensive, front-line primary care, including:

• Chronic disease management
• Annual wellness physicals
• Basic lab work and blood draws
• Cold/flu treatments and much more

Affordable and Accessible Healthcare

The cost is just $72 per month for a family plan, with a one-time set-up fee. Payments are conveniently set up via ACH and will be deducted on the 23rd of each month.

BluMine Health has multiple care center locations, including right here in Bardstown at 700 Portland Avenue, Suite C. Other locations span across Kentucky and Southern Indiana to provide flexibility and access wherever you are.

Join Today!

Take advantage of this exceptional healthcare benefit by contacting the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce at (502) 348-9545 or via email at chamber@bardstownchamber.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your health and well-being.

For more information about BluMine Health’s services, visit www.BluMineHealth.com.

Spotlight of the Month

Kentucky Kingdom

The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize Kentucky Kingdom as the Spotlight of the Month.

Kentucky Kingdom Theme and Water Park is Kentucky’s largest amusement and water park in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. Spanning 67 acres, it offers family-friendly entertainment with over 70 rides and attractions – including one of the region's largest selections of children’s rides, five world-class roller coasters, and two giant wave pools. 

This season, they debuted Discovery Meadow: a vibrant, six-acre land designed specifically with families in mind. With three new rides, 25 re-themed experiences, updated dining options, shaded play zones, classic yard games, and original characters, this expansion brings a fresh wave of interactive, immersive fun to Kentucky Kingdom. Discovery Meadow will also feature four "wow" moments offering fans photo ops to capture the beauty of the new land. 

Guests can experience even more fun ways to make memories worth repeating in an atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of Kentucky. “Discovery Meadow represents more than just six new acres—it represents our promise. A promise to the people of Kentucky that Herschend is here to stay, to invest, and grow alongside this park and this community,” said Andrew Wexler, president and CEO of Kentucky Kingdom’s parent company, Herschend. “Our multi-year investment reflects a belief not just in Kentucky Kingdom’s bright future, but in the families and traditions that make this place so special.”

Later this year, more details will be shared about the remaining $14 million in improvements— part of the total $25 million investment in Kentucky Kingdom—that will keep the park flying into 2026.

Learn more at kentuckykingdom.com

Ambassador of the Month

Kim Rogers

NCEDA

kimrogers@nceda.net

Kim Rogers continues to show her support for the Chamber. She is a faithful Ambassador and continues to help promote the Chamber. Thank you Kim for all the support you have provided for our community.

Welcome New Chamber Members

Brian Tooley Racing

Manufacturing and order fulfillment for automotive parts.

Rep- Cody Lyon

Contact- (502) 233-4090 or clyon@briantooleyracing.com

Location- 2100 Filiatreau Ln., Bardstown, KY 40004

Chuckleberry Farm & Winery

Small winery/bar/event space.

Rep- Shelby Franklin 

Contact- (502) 413-1278 or Chuckleberryfarmandwinery@gmail.com

Location- 527 Garrison Ln., Boomfield, KY 40008

Infinity Laser Med Spa

Med Spa.

Rep- Andrea McCubbins Miller

Contact- (502) 350-4556 or infinity@infinitylasermedspa.com

Location-128 Keystone Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004

Restin' Holes

Unique Vacation Rental Village, has 4 units sleeping up to 6 guests each. Waterfall, swim spa, sauna, gym, playground, photo murals, swing firepit, outdoor projector.

Rep- Susan Samudio

Contact- (859) 325-1632 or samudionew@hotmail.com

Location-161 Josie Love Ln., Willisburg, KY 40078

The Trail Hotel

Experience boutique luxury at The Trail Hotel, the world’s first bourbon-centric hotel, in Bardstown. Enjoy Oak & Ember Steakhouse and five unique bars celebrating Kentucky’s favorite spirit.

Rep- Dan Sirrine

Contact- (859) 550-7638 or dan.sirrine@thetrailhotel.com

Location- 1875 New Haven Rd., Bardstown, KY 40004

Thoroughbred Sports Cards, LLC

We offer a wide range of cards: Baseball, Basketball, Football, gaming cards, and more. Rare finds, and rookies. Buy, Sell, Trade. Community events.

Rep- Dorothy & Aaron Cochran

Contact- (502) 294-5337 or thoroughbredsportscards@gmail.com

Location- 1010 Granite Dr, Suite 4, Bardstown, KY 40004

Vital Health Chiropractic

Chiropractic and family wellness.

Rep- Callie Short

Contact- (502) 350-1314 or bardstown@bluegrasschiro.com

Location- 214 West John Fitch Ave.., Bardstown, KY 40004