Aurora, IN
2-3: Firecracker Festival.
19-22: “The American Girl” Day Camps for Girls. Ages 5-14 learn the history of the “American Girl” doll series. Reservations required. $20. At the Hillforest Victorian House Museum. (812) 926-0087.

Bedford, KY
13: Archaeological Dig. Spend the morning with archaeologist Jeannine Kreinbrink at the Gatewood Plantation on Fairground Circle and learn how to unearth clues of yesteryear. Sign up at the Trimble County Public Library (502) 255-7362.

Clarksville, IN
Through 3: “The Dixie Swim Club.” At the Derby Dinner Playhouse. For Tickets and Times call (812) 288-8281.
6 Through Aug. 15: “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella.” Enjoy this captivating story at the Derby Dinner Playhouse. (812) 288-8281 or www.derbydinner.com.

Commiskey, IN
7-Aug. 8: Plant Clearance Sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Sat.; noon-4 p.m. Saturday at Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery, Hwy. 7. N., Left at Hwy. 250 W., Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.
10: Summerfest with Winding Water’s Quilt Show. At Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery, Hwy. 7. N., Left at Hwy. 250 W., Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.
18: Craft Day: Dulcimer Playing. At Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery, Hwy. 7. N., Left at Hwy. 250 W., Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.
24: Candlelight Dinner. At Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery, Hwy. 7. N., Left at Hwy. 250 W., Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.
25: Afternoon Country Tea Cooking Class. At Stream Cliff Herb Farm Tearoom and Winery, Hwy. 7. N., Left at Hwy. 250 W., Right at Hwy. 3, 1/3 mile E. of Commiskey Store. (812) 346-5859.

Covington, KY
19-23: Senior Curator Archaeology Camp. Students ages 11-17. 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Behringer-Crawford Museum. (859) 491-4003.

Crestwood, KY
10, 17: Summer Canning Classes. 1-5 p.m. at Foxhollow Farm. $30 (includes whatever you can.) (502) 241-6869.
15: Bourbon Baroque in concert. As part of the Third Thursday Concert series, this Louisville, Ky.-period instrument group will perform. 7-9 p.m. at Yew Dell Gardens, 5800 N. Camden Lane. $12 for members, $15 for non-members. (502) 241-4788.
27: “When Three Is A Crowd.” The Marriage Education and Resource Center (MERCY) workshop. 9:30-11 a.m. at Baptist Hospital Northeast. To register (502) 939-0121.

Florence, IN
3: Foghat in concert. Belterra Casino & Resort Spa. 7 p.m. in CenterStage Showroom. Doors open at 6 p.m. Must be 21 to attend. Tickets are $45 for My Choice Center members, $50 non-members. 1-888-BELTERRA.

Friendship, IN
10: Friendship Village Festival. Come enjoy a pie baking contest, kid’s tractor pull, antique tractor display, live music and more. At the Old Mill Campground. Free will donations accepted. Sponsored by the Friendship Village Association. (812) 667-4941 or (812) 667-8508.

La Grange, KY
4: Freedom Celebration. 6 p.m. at Wendell Moore Park.
20-25: Oldham County Fair. Enjoy rides, booths, food, produce and livestock. At the Fairgrounds, Hwy. 146. (502) 222-5248.
24: La Grange Farmers’ Market and Artisans Oldham County Chamber of Commerce Appreciation Day. Enjoy locally grown produce, locally roasted coffee and live music. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on the Oldham County Courthouse Square.

Lawrenceburg, IN
3: Tri-State Antique Market. Indiana’s largest “antiques and vintage only collectibles” flea market. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds. $3 adults over age 18. (513) 738-7256.

Louisville, KY
1: Music on the Terrace. The Jim Dishman Band will perform. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Summit, Brownsboro road Exit of Gene Snyder Freeway. (502) 425-3441.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Spirit of Jefferson Moonlight Cruise. 11 p.m. - 1 a.m. $18 adult. $6 child.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30: “Rockin’ The Village Summer Concert Series. 7-10 p.m. Westport Village. (502) 581-8800. www.westportvillage.com.
2: First Friday Trolley Hop. 5-11 p.m. at the Downtown Art Zone, Main and Market Streets. (502) 583-1671, or www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com.
3-4: Waterfront Independence Festival. Free. 5-10:30 p.m. At the Great Lawn. (502) 574-3768.
3, 10, 24, 31: Spirit of Jefferson Harbor Cruise. 4-5 p.m. $12 adult, $6 child.
3-4: Belle & Spirit Fireworks. 8:30-11 p.m. $20 per person.
3-4: Crescent Hill Old-Fashioned Fourth of July. Peterson-Dumesnil House. (502) 893-9373 or www.crescenthill.us.
3-4: Crescent Hill Art Fair. 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. on Saturday followed by fireworks; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday at Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave. (502) 895-2754.
4, 11, 18, 25: Cherokee Triangle Summer Concert Series. 7-9 p.m. at Willow Park, 1402 Willow Ave. (502) 456-6139 or www.cherokeetriangle.com.
7-11: Kentucky Shakespeare Festival. “Richard The Third.” 8 p.m. at Central Park, C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheater, Central Park in Old Louisville. (502) 637-4933. www.kyshakes.org.
8: Music on the Terrace. Nervous Energy will perform. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Summit, Brownsboro road Exit of Gene Snyder Freeway. (502) 425-3441.
8-25: “Seussical, the Musical.” A musical extravaganza based on the books of Dr. Seuss. At CenterStage at the Jewish Community Center, 3600 Dutchman’s Lane. (502) 238-2753.
9: “The Tumult of My Soul: John Thompson’s Letters Reporting Life and Love in Kentucky and Louisiana.” Noon at the Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St. Free, reservations suggested. (502) 635-5083. www.filsonhistorical.org.
9-10: Louisville Blues-n-Jazz Bar B-Q Festival. 5-11:30 p.m. Friday; 4-11:30 p.m. Saturday at the Water Tower, Zorn Avenue and River Road. (502) 583-0333 or www.bisigimpactgroup.com.
9-11: Forecastle Festival. 1-11:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Belvedere. (502) 472-7555 or www.forecastlefest.com.
10, 24: Art Sparks Family Studio: Repeating Images of Me! 12-3 p.m. at the Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. Third St. $5 for nonmembers. (502) 634-2700.
10-11: Jane Austen Festival. Highlights of the festival include a Regency Emporium with antiquarian books, Regency jewelry, bonnets, reticules and fabrics and patterns to create Regency attire. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. each day at Historic Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Lane. Admission is $10. (502) 897- 9845
10-11: Old Louisville Hidden Treasures Garden Tour. Visit 11 gardens and see local artists painting in the gardens, a silent auction and vendors booths featuring garden plants and supplies. $12 in advance; $15 days of tour. Located in Old Louisville. (502) 635-5244.
10-11: Brightside Volleyball Classic Seneca Park. (502) 574-5000 or www.louisvilleky.gov/brightside.
11: Contemporary Glass Curator’s Tour with Scott Erbes. 2 p.m. at the Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. Third St. Space is limited. (502) 634-2734.
11: Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social. 1-5 p.m. Riverside, the Farnsley-Moreman Landing. (502) 935-6809.
14-15: “Owning Your Own Business.” SCORE offers a seminar every second Wednesday and Thursday of each month for owning a business. 7-9:15 p.m. at Bellarmine University, Miles Hall, 2001 Newburg Road. Cost is $45 to cover materials. (502) 582-5976.
15: Music on the Terrace. Old School will perform. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Summit, Brownsboro road Exit of Gene Snyder Freeway. (502) 425-3441.
16: Brown-Forman Art After Dark: Fame. 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. at the Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. Third St. $5 for members; $15
16: “An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure: Tips for Caring for Your Family Treasures.” Noon at the Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St. Free, reservations suggested. (502) 635-5083. www.filsonhistorical.org.
17: Wharf Fun Fest. Party includes music, free entrance, cash bar, food, family fun, door prizes, games, souvenirs. 7 p.m.-midnight at the Louisville Wharf.
17: Belle Dance Concert Cruise. Nashville recording artist J.D. Shelburne will perform. 8-11 p.m. on the Belle of Louisville. $20 per person. www.belleoflouisville.org.
22: Music on the Terrace. Caribou will perform. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Summit, Brownsboro road Exit of Gene Snyder Freeway. (502) 425-3441.
23: “Curiosities and Wonders of the Filson Photography Collection.” 12 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St. Free, reservations suggested. (502) 635-5083. www.filsonhistorical.org.
23-25: HullabaLOU Music Festival. 1-11 p.m. at Churchill Downs. (502) 636-4400.
28: WFPK Waterfront Wednesdays. Come after work to enjoy the music, hors d’oeuvres and drinks. 5 p.m. at Harbor Lawn, riverfront. Free. (502) 574-3768.
29: Music on the Terrace. Wulfe Bros., will perform. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Summit, Brownsboro road Exit of Gene Snyder Freeway. (502) 425-3441.
30: F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop. 6-10 p.m. Frankfort, Mellwood and Story Avenues. www.fatfridayhop.org.
30: Belle of Louisville Beer & BBQ. 7-9 p.m. $25 per person. Must be over 21 years old.
30: “Kentucky’s Frontier Distillers and Their Influence on Modern Artisan Distillers” Noon at the Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St. Free, reservations suggested. (502) 635-5083. www.filsonhistorical.org.

Madison, IN
Village Lights Bookstore: July 2, 9, 16 and 30: 5-7 p.m. Live music in the Twain Room with Leonard Miller; July 4: 2-4 p.m. Live music in the Twain Room with Sakaguchi Benjamin Akeala Belew; July 24: 1-3 p.m. Live music in the Twain Room with Sakaguchi Benjamin Akeala Belew; July 10: 1 p.m. Special Author Reading and Book Signing with Tori Murden McClure; July 18, 25: 2 p.m. and July 31: 1-3 p.m. Live Music in the Twain Room with Brennan Jackson; July 23: 5-9 p.m. Art opening reception with Hal and Yvonne Davis; July 31: 7 p.m. Village Lights Poetry Nights.
1-31: Lanthier Winery’s Annual Summer Artist Showcase. A grand showcase of fine art and craft. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wed. – Sun. At 123 Mill St. (812) 273-2409
2-4: Madison Regatta. Enjoy hydroplane racing, limited class, vintage boats, air show, fireworks, musical entertainment, food and more. Admission charged. (812) 265-5000 or www.madisonregatta.com.
3: Inn Cookout & Regatta Fireworks. Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park. (812) 265-4135.
3: Bluegrass Music. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 256. 6 p.m. Free.
5, 19: Sounds of Dixieland Band. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Broadway Hotel and Tavern, 313 Broadway.
9: Music In The Park. 7-9 p.m. at Broadway Fountain. Irish and bluegrass roots ensemble “Cloigheann” will perform. Free. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Sponsored by Madison Main Street Program. (812) 265-3270.
10:Karaoke and Talent Contest. 1-6 p.m. at the West Fork Baptist Church. (812) 689-5163.
17: Midsummer Celebration. Noon-3 p.m. at Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill St. (812) 273-2409.
23: Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop. Free “happenings” on the sidewalks and in the shops along Main Street. 5-9 p.m. Free trolley rides most months. (812) 273-0556.
24: “Twilight Tasting Dinner.” Enjoy a four-course meal with wines in the tasting room or covered deck at Madison Vineyards. $35 per person plus tax. Reservations required. (812) 273-6500 or 1-888-473-6500.

Prospect KY
15: Networking Cruise on CQ Princess. Hosted by the Prospect Area Chamber of Commerce. Limited seating. Tickets $35 by July 9; $40 after. Cash bar. Reservations required. (502) 228-7493. Leaves from Captain’s Quarters. www.prospectareachamber.org.

Vevay, IN
2: First Friday. “Red, Hot and Blues,” event will be presented by Vevay Main Street. Enjoy free carriage rides, open studios, dining out and live blues music by Kenny Guthrie. 6-9 p.m. (812) 427-3237.
10: Second Saturday. Daniel Martin Moore with special guests Greg Ziesemer and Kriss Luckett. 7 p.m. at Historic Hoosier Theater. Sponsored by Vevay Main Street. Tickets are $8 in advance. At door, tickets are $10 adults, $5 children. (812) 427-3237.

Westport, KY
10: Firecracker Run 5K. 9 a.m. at Westport Park. $20 registration, includes T-shirt. ((502) 225-0655.

Other Areas
1, 8, 15, 22, 29: “Live at the Levee Summer Concert Series.” July 1: The Rusty Griswolds; July 8: The Naked Karate Girls; July 15: Soul Pocket; July 22: Clayton Anderson Band; July 29: The Whammies. 6-9:30 p.m. at Newport on the Levee, Newport, Ky.
9-11: Berea Craft Festival. At historic Indian Fort Theater, Berea, Ky. 1-800-598-5263.
30: River Crossing Festival. Dancing Thru The Decades at KYE’s. 5 p.m. at Kye’s, 500 Missouri Avenue, Jeffersonville, Ind. $35. (502) 376-1271.