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Weekender June 30–July 7: Fireworks, Mercer County Week At Shakertown And Much More!

Boaters wait for the Lights Over Herrington fireworks show to start back in 2018. File image.

Robert Moore
Herald Staff
rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com

With Independence Day almost here, it’s all about the boom boom boom with fireworks shows planned all over Mercer County this holiday weekend, including the return of Lights Over Herrington after a two year absence. But that’s hardly the only action in Mercer County this week, check out the listings below for more fireworks shows.

The Fourth Of July also marks the beginning of Mercer County Week at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). From Monday, July 4, through Sunday, July 10, Mercer County residents with a valid ID may attend Shakertown’s daily programs and exhibits at no cost. Admission to some attractions will be limited, and all guests must receive their complimentary passes at the welcome center upon arrival.

All adults must have valid ID demonstrating Mercer County residence to receive free admission. Children under age 18, accompanied by a qualifying adult, will also be extended free admission. Does not apply to group rates. Call 859-734-5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

Remember, next week, the Friday Night On Main live entertainment series returns with the 190 Proof Bluegrass Band and food from Capt. Franks Hotdog Emporium, Grillin’ Good Eats, the Scoop and Poppin’ Js as well as craft vendors and games. Event runs 6-10 p.m. Facebook: Harrodburg First.

(All events are free unless otherwise listed.)

Thursday, June 30
• Pop Up Shop and Live Painting with Aole at the Mercer County Chamber of Commerce (101 South Main Street). 10 a.m.—5 p.m. 859-734-2365 or mercerchamber.com.

• Live music featuring the Mad Women at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Taco Gallo. Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-325-6960 or Facebook: Lemons Mill Brewery.

• Live music by the Carey Band at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118  or Facebook: The Vault.

A young boy holds his ears during a fireworks show at Harrodsburg Health and Rehabilitation several years ago.

• Fireworks at Harrodsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center (853 Lexington Road). Bring a lawn chair and join for fireworks, concessions and music. 6-10 p.m. 859-734-7791.

Friday, July 1
• Toddler Tales Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children 18 months to two years old. Starts 10 a.m. Sign up by calling 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.

• Preschool Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children age three to five years old. Starts 10:30 a.m. Sign up by calling 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.

Larry Sanders And Borderline.

• Picnic In The Park featuring live music by Larry Sanders and Borderline at Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street). Live concert series under the Osage orange tree runs every Friday at noon through the summer. Facebook: Old Fort Harrod State Park.

• Live music by the Carey Band at Royalty’s Marina (2095 Normans Camp Road, Harrodsburg).
Starts 5 p.m. 859-748-5459 or Facebook: Royalty’s Marina.

• Shaker Troublemakers Evening Tour at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Uncover the disputes that sometimes erupted within the normally tranquil society. All ages welcome. Meet outside the Trustees’ Office 10 minutes before the program, which starts at 6 p.m. $10 for season pass holder, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Music on the Lawn featuring Be Square at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit. No admission required. Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Karaoke at Downtown Pizza Pub (112 South Main Street). 7–10 p.m. 859-605-6488 or Facebook: Downtown Pizza Pub.

• Trivingo at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118  or Facebook: The Vault.

• Live music by Mike Archer at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Starts 7 p.m. 859-548-3591 or Sunset Marina.

• Live music by Old Man River at Pandora Marina (125 Pandora Drive). Starts 8 p.m. 859-748-9121 or Pandora Marina.

• Sing-O at Rock Haven Cigar Tap Pour House (419 East Office Street). Starts 7:30 p.m. 859-605-2007 or Facebook: Rock Haven.

Saturday, July 2
• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Stables (560 Linden Avenue). 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook: Mercer County Farmers Market.

• ID That Tree! Kentucky Native Tree Tour at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Tour the grounds while learning to identify native trees. Participants will walk 1 to 1.5 miles in the Historic Centre of the Village on both gravel and grass surfaces, so wear your comfortable shoes. 9–11:30 a.m. $20 for annual passholder, $25 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Carshow: Cruz On Chiles at Auto Kustoms (123 South Chiles Street). Featuring Tri Five Chevy month. D.J. Iceman, music, food trucks, prize raffles. 5-8 p.m. Facebook: Auto Kustoms.

• Shaker Troublemakers Evening Tour at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Uncover the disputes that sometimes erupted within the normally tranquil society. All ages welcome. Meet outside the Trustees’ Office 10 minutes before the program, which starts at 6 p.m. $10 for season pass holder, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Music on the Lawn featuring Dean Phelps at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit. No admission required. Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Live music at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Gotchee Hibatchi Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-325-6960 or Facebook: Lemons Mill Brewery.

• Live music by LBP Country Music at Casa Grande (145 Collin Drive). Fireworks show after dark. 7 p.m. 859-613-5669, casagrandeky.com or Facebook: Casa Grande.

• Live music by the Fever at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Starts 7 p.m. 859-548-3591 or Sunset Marina.

• Celebrate Fourth Of July at Cummins Ferry RV Park (2558 Cummins Ferry Road, Salvisa). Starts 7 p.m. 859-865-2003 or Facebook: Cummins Ferry RV Park.

• Live music at McAfee Jamboree (163 Dunn Lane). Music starts 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m. Facebook: McAfee Jamboree.

• Live music at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7:30 p.m. 859-605-2118  or Facebook: The Vault.

Boaters enjoy the Lights Over Herrington fireworks show back in 2018. File image.

• Fireworks show: Lights over Herrington. The biggest Independence Day celebration in Mercer County returns to Herrington Lake near Kennedy Bridge. Fireworks start at dusk. LightsoverHerrington.com.

• Live music by Electric Soul at Herrington Lake Marina (136 Homestead Lane, Lancaster). Starts  8:30 p.m. 859) 548-2282 or Facebook: Herrington Lake Marina.

Sunday, July 3
• 5th Annual Rogers 4th Of July Raft Up at Cane Run Marina (326 Cane Run Camp Road, Harrodsburg). Live music starts noon with James Foster, Michael Pace starts 1:30 p.m. and Chris Campbell starts 3 p.m. Facebook: 5th Annual Rogers Raft Up.

Trivia at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by the Pig Out. Starts 5 p.m. 859-325-6960 or Facebook: Lemons Mill Brewery.

• Music on the Lawn featuring the New Beckham County Ramblers at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit. No admission required. Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Karaoke at Royalty’s Marina (2095 Normans Camp Road, Harrodsburg). Music starts 7:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 10 p.m. 859-748-5459 or Facebook: Royalty’s Marina.

• Live music with High Five at Kamp Kennedy Marina (4646 Kennedy Bridge Road, Lancaster).
Starts 8 p.m. 859-548-2002 or Facebook: Kamp Kennedy.

Lenox Hampton enjoys a sparkler at Lights Over Herrington in 2019. File image.

• Fireworks at Anderson-Dean Community Park (1501 Louisville Road). Triple J&C BBQ Team will be serving up a special menu to fundraise for Mercer County Habitat For Humanity. Fireworks start at dusk.

• Fireworks at Mid Lake Marina And Campground (238 South Cedar Lane, Harrodsburg). Starts at dusk. 859-748-8888 or Facebook: Mid Lake Marina.

• Karaoke at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Starts 8:30 p.m. 859-548-3591 or Sunset Marina.

Monday, July 4
Independence Day
• Fireworks at Millennium Park (Cunningham Drive, Danville). Starts at dusk. 859-238-1233 or Facebook: City Of Danville.

Wednesday, July 6
• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Stables (560 Linden Avenue). Starts 2 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook: Mercer County Farmers Market.

Thursday, July 7
• Live music at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-325-6960 or Facebook: Lemons Mill Brewery.

• Live music at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118  or Facebook: The Vault.

Email events to rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com.

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