Our Commonwealth's IamHer Conference

Congratulations to the Chamber's very own Hannah Viens on receiving the prestigious "Our Commonwealth IamHER Ally Award" on April 12th! The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber Chamber team was honored to attend Our Commonwealth's 2025 Women on Fire conference to celebrate Hannah's remarkable achievements and commitment to supporting women in our community.

We were also incredibly proud to see our talented staff member, TaNia Calbert, shine as she participated in the Young Women on Fire Panel, sharing her insights and inspiring others with her passion and expertise.

Moments like these remind us of the exceptional leaders we have in our Bardstown community. We're grateful for Hannah and TaNia's dedication and the positive impact they continue to make!

These women are on FIRE!

April Connect Hosted By: My Old Kentucky Home Dinner Train

What a fantastic evening we had at the April 19th, 5pm Chamber Connect hosted at the beautiful My Old Kentucky Dinner Train. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special networking opportunity. The train depot provided the perfect backdrop for making meaningful business connections while enjoying exquisite cocktails, shopping at the gift shop and enjoying the delicious charcuterie board. It was wonderful to see so many chamber members connecting and building relationships in such a unique historic venue. Special thanks to My Old Kentucky Dinner Train for their outstanding hospitality! These Chamber Connect events continue to be a valuable opportunity for our business community to grow together. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next gathering!

Earth Day Celebration

A Better Nelson County helped the community celebrate Earth Day celebration on April 22nd.

The Chamber has taken environmental sustainability as an important initiative that we care deeply about, and the Earth Day event perfectly demonstrated why. Local vendors showcased incredible sustainable products and services, from renewable energy solutions to eco-friendly solutions with education.

Community members connected with local organizations committed to reducing their ecological footprint. The enthusiasm and participation from everyone who attended truly showed how much our community values protecting the natural beauty that makes Nelson County so special.

Thank you to all the volunteers, elected officials, vendors, and visitors who made this celebration such a success. The Chamber is proud to support these efforts and looks forward to continuing our work with A Better Nelson County on future sustainability initiatives.

Young Leaders

Our Young Leaders wrapped up their final day by giving back—volunteering with the Feed America Program. We couldn’t be more proud of the leadership these students have shown all year long!

On April 23rd, we celebrated this incredible group with a special lunch and certificate presentation, joined by our top sponsors, educators, students, and parents. A big congratulations to Zoie Daniel, recipient of this year’s Young Leaders Scholarship!

Special thanks to My Old Kentucky Home State Park for generously sponsoring our venue and Food Obsessions for the delicious meal. And of course, a HUGE thank you to all of our program sponsors—this program thrives because of your support. Thank you for believing in the future of our community!

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Mamma Duck's Childcare

May 8, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: 1453 N. Third St., Bardstown KY 40004

Nelson County High School- Market Day

May 9, 2025

Time: 11:30 AM

Location: 1070 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY, 40004

Previous Ribbon Cuttings:

Congratulations to Biggby Coffee on their ribbon cutting that was held on Monday, April 14th.

Congratulations to Black Diamond Pest Control on their ribbon cutting that was held on Thursday, April 17th.

Upcoming Events

XLR8 classes are limited to the first 40 participants to register. Participants signed up for the series get priority. We will contact you to let you know if you are one of the first 40 to register or if we need to put you on the waiting list. 

Participants that complete in all four classes will receive a Workplace Professional Skills.

Starts May 8th

REGISTER HERE

May Connect

May 21, 2025

REGISTER HERE

Join the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce and BluMine Health for a FREE informational breakfast. Explore this new member benefit, get your questions answered, and tour BluMine Health on May 23rd, 8:00-9:30 AM at 700 Portland Ave. Suite C. Space is limited to the first 25 attendees.

Free Informational Breakfast

May 23, 2025

REGISTER HERE

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

Patron's Home Center and Electric Outlet

Patron's Home Center and Electric Outlet was established in 1998 by Ron (a Vietnam era Army Veteran) and Pat Birge. Fun fact: the name Patron's comes from their names, "Pat" and "Ron" as well as a reference to a "patron" which is a loyal customer! We have lots of great loyal customers and we appreciate each one! Pat, Krista and Steve (their daughter and son-in-law) operate the stores today. Zachary, Krista and Steve's son is also a big part of the business. One day he will be the Third Generation to operate the business! Patron's has been fortunate to have several longtime employees and we have been fortunate enough to watch some of our young employees grow and become successful members of our community. People are our most valuable asset. Patron's Home Center and Electric Outlet is a hardware store, electric wholesale store and so much more. We have an expansive nuts and bolts section, a large plumbing and heating section, an entire room of over 75 sizes of air filters, industrial paper and cleaning items and an RV section! We cut and thread black iron and galvanized pipe, make computer chip keys for vehicles. Patron's stocks PPG paints and if you come see Janet she can match just about anything and can match any color from another paint company. We are the only local Henri Fountain dealer, their concrete fountains and statues are of unmatched quality. Patron's is Central Kentucky's largest Weber Grill Dealer! Weber charcoal and propane grills along with the accessories greet you right as you enter the store. We fill propane tanks from 20 pound to 100 pound tanks, RV tanks and even propane vehicles! Patron's Home Center and Electric Outlet is thankful and proud to be a part of this community!

Ambassador of the Month

Casin Hubbard

Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust

Chubbard@wilsonmuirbank.com

Casin Hubbard continues to show his support for the Chamber. He is a faithful Ambassador and continues to help promote the Chamber. Thank you Casin for all the support you have provided for our community.

Welcome New Chamber Members

Adobe Acrobat

Creativity is in our DNA. Our game-changing innovations are redefining the possibilities of digital experiences. We connect content and data and introduce new technologies that democratize creativity.

Rep- Ellen Sartin

Contact- (408) 753-5826 or cit46532@adobe.com

Classic BiPlane Tours

Experience the historic charm of the Bourbon Countryside with a scenic

open-cockpit biplane tour.

Rep- Misty and CJ Koch

Contact- (270) 370-5411 or cj@classicbiplanetours.com

Location- 1924 Boston Rd., Bardstown, KY 40004

Mooney EyeCare Centre

Locally owned and operated full service Optical and Medical Optometry Practice, caring for children and adults

Rep- Holly Schat 

Contact- (502) 538-4362 or staff.mooney@gmail.com

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

Mortenson Family Dental

Our friendly and experienced team provides quality dental care for the entire family.

Rep- Valene Wheatley

Contact- (502) 348-7378 or mfdc.bardstown@mdpweb.net

Location- 798 Portland Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004

Visit Bardstown

Black Diamond Pest Control