Newslist members, For those of you who might just now be contemplating attending the Fest with us in May, I am including here a copy of the proposed agenda that I received from Clyde Bunch and a list of the available lodging in Jessamine County. The agenda is not set in stone yet, but I expect only some minor changes, if any at all. Again, you can contact me if you are interested, as we need to try to keep a fairly accurate count of how many the Historical Society needs to prepare for. I look forward to seeing old friends and making new ones this year. Shelia The following was sent to me by Clyde Bunch, President of The Jessamine County Historical Society, who is the driving force behind all this: "I am sending you a rough agenda of what we have planned. However we won't stop planning until the day you all get here. Everyone here is being so helpful. We have not had one single person turn us down for anything. This says a lot for the people of Jessamine Co.. I think I grow more proud of the people here with each passing day." Just like last year the Historical Society will be open each day you all are here, with a few exceptions. Last year we had car tours of the county. I feel it best, this time we work more with the individual. We have a lot more people lined up this time to work, so we can spend more time with the individuals needs. We will find that old farm, cemetery, old records or whatever they came here looking for. The events we have planned were done, in appreciation for all the help and support you folks have given Jessamine County. With your help, we did a lot of good things last year, beyond our wildest dreams. If we accomplish as much with the upcoming Fest, as last year, we will be more then pleased. Clyde Monday - May 21, 2001 - 9:00 AM - Blue Building at the City - County Park in Nicholasville. ( From the courthouse on Main Street (US 27), go south approx. 1 mile, passing Edgewood Dr. and Edgewood Shopping Center. The next street is LONGVIEW ST., where you will turn left and follow it all the way to the end to the City-County Park.) A. Refreshment, compliments of the county and Judge Neal Cassity B. Welcome speakers, Jessamine County, Judge Neal Cassity, and Sam Corman, Mayor of Nicholasville, and others. C. Historical Societies of Mercer, Woodford and Garrard Counties will be present. They will have tables set up. We have ask them to bring their marriage, census records, tax records and anything that may be of interest to you. They will have some of these for sale. D. Ron Bryon is coming to speak with you. He is from the Kentucky Historical Society. Ron is one of the most knowledgeable persons in the state of Kentucky, when it comes to locating records. E. The folks from Shakertown will be here. They will be in full dress, and have a table set up show you a little sample of what is just across the river. F. I asked Howard Fain to come and set up a display. Everyone seemed to enjoy Howard the last time. (For those of you new to the event and to Jessamine County, Howard Fain is a local artist who has been capturing so much of the history of Jessamine County with his work. What better treasure to take back home than one of his pieces, depicting an area that important in your own ancestors lives. Shelia) Tuesday - May 22, 2001 This morning we have turned over to Mary Kozak, County Planner. I think she is planning something at Camp Nelson. I do not have the details on this now, but will post later. Wednesday - May 23, 2001 - 9:00 AM - Jessamine County Historical Society.This is clean up day for the Cemeteries. We could meet at the Historical Society this morning at9:00 have coffee and donuts. Remember to tell everyone to come prepared. Don't forget the long sleeve shirts, gloves, high top shoes, or boots, and if you have some tools bring them along also. I have already talked to Grag Kocher with the Lexington Leader about covering this. I think I will invite Chad Truelove to come also. Thursday - May 24, 2001 9:00 AM - Jessamine County Historical Society. We have ask Pattie Friend to come speak with us this morning. She is the new planner for downtown Nicholasville. She may give the new folks a quick tour of the town. 7:00 PM - This is our regular meeting of the Jessamine County Historical Society. I have put together a presentation on early Jessamine County. I did this with you folks in mind. I think you will like it. Friday - May 25, 2001 We have turned this morning over to Nancy Stone and the Jessamine Chamber of Commerce. I don't know at this time what they have planned for us. But will let you know as soon as I find out. Saturday - May 26, 2001 - 9:00 AM - High Bridge Park.. A day in the park. Is going to be a fun day. We will have a few speakers and announcements. We will ask Harold Rainwater, the mayor of Wilmore to welcome you. George Dean is looking into getting a band. We will have our picnic at noon. Shelia has the dancers coming. I have asked Margaret Morgan to invite you up to Wilmore for a little tour of the town. They have little arts and craft shops. A tour down the Kentucky River on the River Boat "Dixie Belle" is also planned during our day at High Bridge Park. NOTE: Due to some space limitations on the boat, we will only be able to accommodate approx. 75 on the boat, so please let Shelia know if you want to be included. ACCOMODATIONS IN JESSAMINE CO. B & Bs - Wilmore: Scott Station Inn 859-858-0121 www.wilmorekentucky.com (go to businesses) Asbury Rose Inn 859 - 858-2863 www.AsburyRose.com Beeson Manor www.wilmorekentucky.com (go to businesses) Nicholasville: Corner House, Richmond Ave. 859-881-5229 www.cornerhouse.com neat house, near center of town Jessamine Co: The Sandusky House and O'Neal Cabin B&B, Delaney Ferry Rd. Out in country but quiet and beautiful old home with cabin 859-223-4730 e-mail [email protected] see brochure (neat cabin built by George O'Neal, Rev. War soldier, married Elizabeth Singleton HOTELS - Country Hearth Inn, Lexington Rd 877-877-8262 $49 std rate, breakfast bar, will block 20 rooms Make reservations by May 1st. Give "Jessamine Co. History Week" when you call. Holiday Inn Express, Imperial Way 1-800-Holiday 10% discount, will block some rooms, book by April 1st, business center, breakfast included, indoor pool, approximately $69, give "Jessamine Co. History Week" when you call. Super 8, Imperial Way - will not block a group of rooms, have total of 50 rooms, avg rate for 2 with 10% discount is $43.19, plus tax, queen bed, coffee and tea anytime, donuts and coffee in A.M., may have a toast bar by then. Call 859-885-9889 I recommend the following website for additional information about Lexington, Nicholasville and the surrounding area. http://kytravel.com/ktg07.html

Hi Cousins, My wife will be teaching the week of Heritage Fest, but we will try to get to Jessamine County a few weeks after the Fest. I have a question: Are there any places for RV parking in or around the County Seat? Have a good time. I hope to meet some of you in June. Russ Turner Great Great Grandma Alice A. Gaylord was born in Jessamine County.