Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber

08/12/2026

🇮🇹✨ WE’RE HEADED TO ITALY! ✨🇮🇹

The Bardstown Nelson County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our upcoming Chamber Travel adventure to Italy!

Join us as we explore:

🍷 Tuscany
🏞️ Lake Maggiore
🌊 The Italian Riviera

Whether you’ve always dreamed of wandering through charming Italian villages, enjoying authentic cuisine, or taking in breathtaking views, this is your opportunity to experience Italy with fellow travelers from our community.

✈️ 9 Days • 8 Nights
🍝 Incredible Food & Culture
🏛️ Historic Cities & Stunning Landscapes
🤝 Great Company

With space for only 32 travelers, spots are filling quickly and only a few remain!

🔗 Ready to secure your spot?

Register today here: https://groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1453030

📍 Questions? Contact the Chamber at 502-348-9545 or stop by the Chamber office.

We hope you’ll join us! 🇮🇹✈️

08/11/2026

🇺🇸Join us for Chambers United for Veterans!

We’re excited to come together with our fellow chambers and community partners for another Chambers United for Veterans meeting on Wednesday, August 26th.

This month’s meeting is hosted by the Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce and will feature USA Cares as our Veteran Highlight, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about the organization and the resources they provide to our veteran community. We’ll also hear more about Active Heroes, our host for this month’s gathering.

🤝 This collaborative event is intended to share resources and support our local veteran community.

📍 Active Heroes
10222 Ridgeview Drive
Shepherdsville, KY 40165

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⏰ 8:00–9:30 AM

The meeting is free to attend, and a light breakfast will be provided!

Whether you’re a veteran, veteran supporter, business leader, or community partner, we’d love to have you join us for a morning of connection, conversation, and learning.

👉 Register here:
https://www.bullittchamber.org/event-detail/j9ShXENXopUMH_I2RPCqdg2/chambers-united-for-veterans

We hope to see you there! 🇺🇸

08/11/2026

📣Reminder: August Hospitality ECTC Course!
AUGUST 12TH FROM 9:30AM-11:30AM AT THE CIVIC CENTER

Body Language Basics will provide you with a skill set to help you understand that what is not said is just as important as what is said. It will also give you the ability to see and understand how your own body language may be interpreted. You will be able to adjust and improve the way you communicate through non-verbal communication.

These Classes are FREE to all paying Bardstown- Nelson Co. Hospitality Association Members. If you are NOT a paying member and would like to attend it is $25 a person.

*EACH PERSON FROM THE BUSINESS THAT WANTS TO ATTEND NEEDS TO REGISTER*

Any questions please email Taylor Hall at [email protected]

Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSaT2OX_9S-rg6LyYWCwL9xpOrrQSExSqTsT49UMs0haY_3w/viewform?usp=header

08/11/2026

🤝 Join us for our August 5:00 PM Connect!

Come expand your connections, meet new people, and connect with local professionals at our next networking event on Wednesday, August 19 at 5:00 PM.

📍 Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Co.
107 N 3rd St., Bardstown, KY 40004

🍽️ Food. Drinks. Prizes. Great Connections.

A special thank you to Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Co. for sponsoring this month’s Connect!

🎟️ Register here: https://members.bardstownchamber.com/events/details/august-connect-wilson-muir-bank-trust-3695?calendarMonth=2026-08-01

We hope to see you there! 🎉

08/06/2026

The Stephen Foster Story

The Bardstown Scarecrow Trail returns to The Stephen Foster Amphitheatre for 2026!

Support this year's fundraiser by sponsoring a scarecrow! Help bring the trail to life while showcasing your business and creativity to families, friends, and visitors throughout the fall season.
We're excited to work together to create a community event filled with wonder, fun, and heart.

Ready to join the harvest? Visit stephenfoster.com/scarecrow to learn more!

The Bardstown Scarecrow Trail returns to The Stephen Foster Amphitheatre for 2026!

Support this year's fundraiser by sponsoring a scarecrow! Help bring the trail to life while showcasing your business and creativity to families, friends, and visitors throughout the fall season.

We're excited to work together to create a community event filled with wonder, fun, and heart.

Ready to join the harvest? Visit stephenfoster.com/scarecrow to learn more!

08/05/2026

🎉Help us congratulate the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber's Ambassador Of The Month!

🌟Shawna Gant🌟
💼Integrated Protection Services - Business Developer
💻[email protected]

🙌The Chamber deeply values its ambassadors, who are the heart of our organization. Shawna's dedication to welcoming new members, representing us at events, and fostering meaningful connections makes an immeasurable difference in our success. We recognize that your volunteer service requires time and passion, and we are profoundly grateful for the positive impact you make every day. Thank you Shawna for being essential partner in our mission.😀

08/05/2026

🎉Please welcome our newest Chamber members who joined in July!

⭐Housing Authority of Bardstown
⭐Barrel Pick Confections
⭐Bardstown Tour House
⭐S & S Garage Door Service LLC
⭐Integrated Protection Services
⭐CrossFit Cask Strength
⭐Nelson County Insurance
⭐The Bard Distillery
⭐Tannins & Proof
⭐Boundary Oak Distillery
⭐Mayapple Marketing
⭐BNI - Bourbon City Connections

We’re excited to welcome you to our business community and look forward to supporting your growth, connections, and success. Welcome to the Chamber family! 🎉

08/05/2026

🚀🎓 That’s a wrap on our 2026 XLR8 Professional Development Series!

Yesterday, participants completed our final session, Applying Conflict Management, where they reviewed the tools and strategies learned throughout the series and put them into practice through real-world leadership scenarios.

After class, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch from Penn Station, followed by a certificate presentation recognizing their successful completion of the program. Congratulations to each participant for your dedication to professional growth and your commitment to becoming stronger leaders! 👏

A special thank you to our sponsors for making this program possible. Your support allows us to continue providing valuable leadership development opportunities that strengthen our businesses and our community. 💙

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's XLR8 Series. We can't wait to see how you'll continue to lead, grow, and make a difference in our community! ✨

08/04/2026

We are having a mystery gift card giveaway Saturday at 9am for the first 50 customers. Shoe Sensation 227 Kentucky Home Sq. Shoe Sensation