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Silent auction at the Ridin’ the Rails Concert September 14, 2019

The all too cute Water Pump Planter donated by Tractor Supply along with a Handmade Cutting Board  by Pat Cline and Case Pocket Knife from Ace Hardware will be part of the silent auction at the Ridin’ the Rails Concert September 14, 2019. You’ll also find gift cards from Dumplins, Los Mariachis, Pizza Hut, Food Lion, 4 tickets for a train excursion at the Tennessee Central Railway Museum and many  more items on which to bid.

Join us Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 5 PM – 8 PM at Dugas Park – 336 North Bedelia Street, Scottsville, Kentucky 42164 and help support the restoration of the Scottsville Train Depot! Enjoy Live music and Food from trucks that include : The Farmacy, Tropical Treats, & Shogun Express and Wicked Piggin’ Pit Stop BBQ.

Tickets: $10.00 each for ages 13 and up & $5.00 for ages 12 and under.

Sales from concert tickets, silent auctions proceeds and a portion of food truck revenue will support the restoration of the Scottsville Train Depot.

5:00 P.M. Food trucks open
6:30 p.m. Concert
(All times are Central)

Depot Committee will also be grilling and selling hamburgers with free hotdogs for kids.

Amphitheater bench seating or bring lawn chairs/blanket.

For more information, contact Mark Huntsman at marco@nctc.com or via phone/text at: 270-622-8951.

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Ridin’ the Rails Concert

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 5 PM – 8 PM

Dugas Park – 336 North Bedelia Street, Scottsville, Kentucky 42164

Ridin the Rails

Join us for some terrific toe-tappin’ tunes as Nashville-based Ridin’ the Rails comes to Scottsville, KY to share their love of the American railroad. With great music, humorous banter, and sing- along songs, a performance with Ridin’ the Rails is always a fun, exciting performance that keeps audiences calling for more. Ridin’ The Rails at Paradise Point Marketplace June 9, 2018 – video on FaceBook.

Family Friendly Entertainment: Live music, food trucks, a silent auction, and more to support the restoration of the Scottsville Train Depot! Food trucks will include The Farmacy, Tropical Treats, & Shogun Express and Wicked Piggin’ Pit Stop BBQ.

Come early to enjoy yummy eats from food trucks you know and love! Depot Committee will also be grilling and selling hamburgers with free hotdogs for kids.

Sales from concert tickets and a portion of food truck revenue will support the restoration of the Scottsville Train Depot.

Saturday, September 14th, 2019
5:00 P.M. Food trucks open
6:30 p.m. Concert
(All times are Central)

Tickets: $10.00 each for ages 13 and up & $5.00 for ages 12 and under.

Amphitheater bench seating or bring lawn chairs/blanket.

For more information, contact Mark Huntsman at marco@nctc.com or via phone/text at: 270-622-8951.

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Tee Shirt Sale

These are the green ones with the Gallatin-Scottsville schedule on the back. 
Long sleeve - $10(usually $20) S-3X
Sweats - $15(usually $25)S-2X

Both green and gray short sleeve still available at $15.

 

Available at the City gas/water office and the Historical Society - Scottsville, KY.

Mail order-add $5 shipping
Allen County Historical Society 
PO Box 393
Scottsville, KY
42164

2nd ANNUAL L&N DEPOT: CHRISTMAS IN SCOTTSVILLE

2nd ANNUAL L&N DEPOT: CHRISTMAS IN SCOTTSVILLE

The Friends of the L&N Depot are asking for your help in the 2nd Annual L&N Depot: Christmas in Scottsville Event. We are asking you or your organization to put your imagination to work and decorate a tree to donate for display at the Washington Center.

During this time, the public will be able to purchase your donated tree and make a tax-deductible contribution to the restoration of the L&N Depot to preserve a piece of history in our community. This is the perfect opportunity to support our community, advertise your organization, and eliminate some of the holiday stress that comes with decorating!

Setup: Thursday, November 29th 5:00pm – 8:00pm
& Friday, November 30th 8:00am – 10:00am

Where: Washington Center
110 S. Court St, Scottsville, KY

What: Your decorated Christmas Tree!

Viewing: Friday, November 30th 10:00am–7:00pm
& Saturday, December 1st 10:00am – 3:30pm

THERE WILL BE A GOURMET HOT DOG BAR AVAILABLE on SATURDAY!

Please RSVP by November 24. An information and entry form are attached. Contact (270)-622-1426, or (270)-622-8951with any questions. We appreciate all participation and support!!

Last Year 2017:

National Recognition, Christmas Trees and Tee Shirts

Project has recently received national recognition. The National Railway Historical Society (NRHS) has awarded a $1500 grant to help fund the restoration of the exterior of the former L & N locomotive #98 which now sits at the Scottsville Train Depot.

Details coming soon – 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Event scheduled for December 1, 2018. Decorated trees will be available and auctioned. Added this year will be a hot dog lunch prior to the Christmas Parade on December 1. Mark your calendars for this event at the Washington Center in Scottsville, KY.

Two Styles of T Shirts and Sweatshirts available now for early Christmas Shopping $15 – $30. Available by mail, the Scottsville, KY City Offices and Allen County Historical Society.

New Tee Shirt Front below:

Ridin’ The Rails at Paradise Point Marketplace June 9, 2018

Hope to see you Saturday June 9th 2018 at Paradise Point Marketplace for this FREE Concert 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Kentucky’s Famous Paradise Point Marketplace is just south of the Barren River State Park on US 31-E

Ridin’ The Rails will be bringing our special brand of tunes to entertain you. Scottsville Train Depot will have new Tee Shirts for sale. Join us and please feel free to help out the Scottsville Train Depot with your donations.

The event is in support of the restoration of the former L&N Railroad’s Scottsville, KY depot and 98 Locomotive – the last locomotive to service this depot.

Steak Sandwich Sale – May 22, 2018

On Tuesday May 22, 2018 join us at Southern Sates 512 Smiths Grove Rd or the L & N Depot East Main St. Scottsville, KY for a Steak Sandwich Sale!

Steak Sandwich with chips $7.00 – beverage available for $ .50 each.

Sale starts at 8:00 A.M. Central time.

Proceeds go toward restoration of the Scottsville L & N Depot.

Plan Ahead – Download and Fill out this Pre-Order Form (pdf size 177 kb) and Fax it to the number on the form. You may pickup your sandwiches or have your sandwiches delivered – info on the form.

There should be plenty of Steak Sandwiches but plan to get your steak sandwiches early – available on a first come first serve basis.

The L & N Depot will be open for your viewing pleasure.

Ridin’ the Rails live at Paradise Point

Just booked! Mark your calendars for Saturday June 9th 2018. Ridin’ The Rails will be bringing our special brand of tunes to Kentucky’s Famous Paradise Point, just south of the Barren River State Park on US 31-E. The event is in support of the restoration of the former L&N Railroad’s Scottsville, KY depot. More info as it becomes available. Hope to see you there!