Weekender For July 14–21: Live Music, Night Hikes, Pioneer Saddle Club And So Much More
From left: The Carey Band at Rock Haven on Friday, blacksmith David Shadwick gives a demonstration at Shakertown Saturday and Sarah and Eric Forman star in “James Harrod: The Battle For Kentucky,” which starts a two weekend run on Thursday, July 21. (Composite image).
Robert Moore
Herald Staff
rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com
.Okay, there is a ton of great events happening in Mercer County with live music, horse shows and night hikes, but you need to pace yourself. Wake the kids and call the neighbors because it’s almost fair time
That’s right, the 195th Mercer County Fair And Horse Show, the oldest continuing running horse show in America, returns Monday, July 25, and runs through July 31.
Actually, the events start Friday, July 22, when the annual demolition derby starts. Admission is $15 each, free for kids 10 and younger.
But the midway will light up on Monday, July 25. Beauty pageants, livestock and animal shows, tractor pulls, Ferris wheels, roller coasters and, last but not least, fair food.
So go out and have a great time this weekend, but remember to pace yourself. Drink plenty of fluids. Eat your vegetables. Get ready. It’s almost fair time.
Oh, and before we forget, the live drama “James Harrod: The Battle For Kentucky” starts its two weekend run Thursday, July 21, at Old Fort Harrod State Park.
(All events are free unless otherwise listed.)
Thursday, July 14
• Live music by Nick and Tony and food by Taco Gallo 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 by Hannah Mae at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook: The Vault.
Friday, July 15
• 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 aged three to five years old. Starts 10:30 a.m. Sign up by calling 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Picnic In The Park featuring live music by David Best and Family 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.
• 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.
Carey Band at Rock Haven Friday night.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Jarrod Stratton 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 the Carey Band and food by 2nd Hand Smoking BBQ 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 16
• 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.
• Family Fun Day at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Activities for children and adults as well as guided tours, demonstrations and more focusing on seeds and preserves. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission includes 50 percent discount on kids meals and 20 percent discount on kids merchandise. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Blacksmith David Shadwick gives a demonstration at Shakertown Saturday.
• Blacksmith Demonstration at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Demonstration by David Shadwick of Pod’s Forge, who makes the copper lanterns, brackets, wrought iron candle holders and boot scrapers seen at Shakertown. Participation included with admission. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Horse show at Pioneer Saddle Club (344 Shewmaker Lane). Fun class will be flag race. Winner is the rider with the most flags in the bucket at the end of three minutes Walk, trot or favorite gait only. No canter or gallop. Starts 4 p.m. Facebook: Pioneer Saddle Club or 859-734-9761.
• 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. $15 for season pass holder, $20 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Liz Bowman 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 by John Moore and food by Biscuits Scratch 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 by Sticktight at Casa Grande (145 Collin Drive). 7 p.m. 859-613-5669, casagrandeky.com or Facebook: Casa Grande.
• Live music by Hi 5 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.
• 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.
• Live music by the Marshall Band at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7:30 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook: The Vault.
• Night Hike: Buck Moon at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Minors must be accompanied by adult. All guests should bring flashlights. Participants should check in at the Welcome Center by 8:30 p.m. Hike starts 9 p.m. $15 for season pass holder, $20 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Sunday, July 17
• Trivia and food by Grill Good Eats at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Starts 5 p.m. 859-325-6960 or Facebook: Lemons Mill Brewery.
Wednesday, July 20
• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Stables (560 Linden Avenue). Starts 2 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook: Mercer County Farmers Market.
Sarah Forman stars as Ann MacDonald and Eric Forman stars as James Harrod in “James Harrod: The Battle For Kentucky,” at Old Fort Harrod State Park.
Thursday, July 21
• Silly Sea Adventures With Magician Mark Wood at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). A 40-minute interactive magic show designed for children of all ages with comedy, magic and lots of audience participation. Starts 2 p.m. Call to reserve a spot 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Live music by Carrie Ann McDonald and food by Taco Gallo 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 by Shane White at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook: The Vault.
• Live outdoor drama: “James Harrod: The Battle for Kentucky” at the James Harrod Amphitheater (100 South College Street). Outdoor drama runs for two weekends Thursday through Saturday. Starts 8 p.m. Facebook: Old Fort Harrod State Park or 859-734-3314.
Email events to rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com.
