March 2, 2009

8th Annual Train Show and Sale

The sHOw Modular Model Railroad Club, Inc. presents its 8th Annual Train Show and Sale held at the Historic Railpark and Train Museum at the L&N Depot this Saturday from 10 am- 3 pm. The Club is a prize-winning HO scale modular club and its members' modules connect to form a working HO layout based around mid 20th century in Kentucky. The layout depicts a summer-fall transitional season featuring Louisville & Nashville Railroad engines and rolling stock.
The Show and Sale features over 40 dealers from many states selling new and used model railroad materials. Admission is FREE to view the fascinating displays inside the L&N Depot Lobby. Discounted Railpark and Museum tours will also be available. Follow the title link to learn more about the Historic Railpark or call 270-745-7317 for more information.

Bowling Green Gallery Hop

The weather is turning a little more spring-like, so why not get out on the town this Friday night as the 2nd Annual Bowling Green Gallery Hop kicks off! New studios and galleries have joined the line up to bring the total participants to seventeen this year. Stop by a few or try to make the whole round while you browse for one-of-a kind pieces and admire the variety of talent represented.

Featured on the Hop is The Gallery at 916, Kentucky Library & Museum, Capitol Arts Center, Memphis Marsha's, and Rickman Pottery. Click on the link on the title to see the full list of galleries, studios and museums on the Hop. Many of the locations will have light food and beverages available. If you need more information, call Jessica at VSA arts of KY at 270-781- 2518.