Henderson County High School’s Project Graduation is scheduled for May 24 from 11:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. at the high school. This is a community supported drug and alcohol free event for the current 2013 graduating class. Project Graduation coincides with the Henderson County High School graduation ceremony which will take place earlier in the evening. Nearly 325 students are expected to attend this year’s Project Graduation celebration.

Activities for the evening will include: karaoke, a D.J., bungee run, sumo wrestling, casino night, and, of course, plenty of food, soft drinks, and lemon shake ups. A multitude of prizes is given away at Project Graduation each year. Last year more than 85% of the graduating class attended. There were approximately 200 senior guests and 120 volunteers.

 

Kentucky State Parks will be taking part in National Trails Day on June 1 with events across the state to recognize the excellent hiking opportunities at state parks including John James Audubon State Park in Henderson.

On June 1, you can venture out with the park’s interpretation staff on a hike by lantern light.  Some kid-friendly battery-lanterns will be provided. Feel free to bring your own; please no glass lanterns. Dress for the weather, bring a flashlight and meet at the Audubon Museum. Hike lasts 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Contact Julie McDonald at 270-826-2247 or juliea.mcdonald@ky.gov.

Henderson Community College will host a Community Appreciation Fair Thursday, April 25 from 4:00-7:00 pm. Most of the activities will take place in or near the Sullivan Technology Center. However, there will be activities across campus.
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