Weekender Sept. 7–15: Burgin Fall Festival, Swing Dance Lessons, Sunset Yoga And More
Dance class at the Mercer County Public Library on Friday, Sept. 8, and again on Friday, Sept. 15; Burgin Fall Festival from Friday, Sept. 8, through Sunday, Sept. 10; and Yoga at Shaker Village on Friday, Sept. 8 (Composite image).
Robert Moore
Herald Staff
rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com
After a long hiatus, the Burgin Fall Festival returns Friday, Sept. 8, starting at noon and runs through 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 10. Organizers are promising fun activities as well as vendors, food, inflatables and live music. The festival kicks off at noon on Friday, Sept. 8, with family friendly activities and an exploration of everything Burgin has to offer. The first live show begins at 5 p.m. with the Midday Wasted Band. For the full agenda, check out the listings below.
Have a great weekend, Mercer County.
(All events are free unless otherwise listed.)
Thursday, Sept. 7
• Live music by Nick and Tony at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Thursday Night football, food by Bluegrass Foods. Music starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill Brewery.
Friday, Sept. 8
• Toddler Tales Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children 18 months to 2 years old. Call to sign up. Starts 9:30 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• PreSchoolers Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children ages 3-5. Call the library to reserve your spot. Starts 1 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
The Burgin Fall Festival runs from Friday, Sept. 8, through Sunday, Sept. 10. (File image).
• Burgin Fall Festival (Main Street, Burgin). Fun activities as well as vendors, food, inflatables starting at noon. Live music by Midday Wasted Band starts 5 p.m. and rapper Chrys Jones starts 6 p.m. Facebook @BurginFallFestival or info@burginfestivals.com.
• Friday Night on Main at Olde Town Park (downtown Harrodsburg). Last Friday Night On Main of 2023 features live music by Mike Archer, vendors and food trucks, including Captain Franks Hotdog Emporium Food Truck, Grillin’ Good Eats and the Scoop. Starts 6 p.m. Vendor spaces available, email Harrodsburgfirst@gmail.com. Facebook @Harrodsburg First.
• Swing Dance Lesson at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Prepare for the Bee’s Knees Jubilee on Sept. 22 by learning how to cut a rug. Starts 6 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Spirit Strolls at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Guided stroll starts at the 1839 Trustees’ Office and ends at the 1811 Shaker Cemetery, with a selection of journal entries and stories that will send a tingle down your spine. Recommended for ages 12 and up. All minors must be accompanied by adult. Tours at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 annual passholders, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Shane White at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Yoga at Shaker Village on Friday, Sept. 8. (Submitted image).
• Sunset Yoga Amongst the Blooms at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Yoga flow class among the blooms and pollinators, friendly to all levels. Includes a flower bouquet. Bring your own yoga mat, or let us know if you need to borrow one of ours for this fun outdoor experience on the Farm. Cost: $35 Starts 6 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.
• Sing-O at Rock Haven Bourbon Bar (419 East Office Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2007 or Facebook @Rock Haven.
Saturday, Sept. 9
• Mercer County Farm Thangs Swap Meet at Southern States (1027 North College Street). 8 a.m. to noon. Facebook @Mercer County Farm Thangs.
• Mercer County Farmers Market at Mercer County Fairgrounds (540 Linden Avenue). Tailgate at the Market with live music by Brittany Conover, Bus’n It Out food truck, Bobbi Dawn Rightmyer signing copies of “James Harrod: Founder of Harrodsburg,” Mercer Arts Council Crafts for Kids, cooler giveaway and more. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market.
• Chloe’s Petals For Hope Event at Anderson-Dean Community Park (1501 Louisville Road). With speakers, vendors, food trucks, silent auction, karaoke and pet contest. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Facebook @Chloe’s Petals For Hope.
• Burgin Fall Festival (Main Street, Burgin). Cruise-In starts at 9 a.m., pet contest and mobile dairy classroom at 10 a.m., US Yoshukai Karate demonstration at 11 a.m., dog obedience training seminar with a certified trainer at noon, basket weaving 1-3 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to adopt a pet through the Mercer Humane Society all day through 4 p.m. Pageants with five categories—Pre-Teen, ages 8-12; Teen, 13-15; Miss, 16-21 and Modern, 16 and up (married or not)—start at 5 p.m. DJ 7 to 11 p.m. Facebook @BurginFallFestival or info@burginfestivals.com.
• Kids Hand Building Class at Three Lick Pottery (122 South Main Street). Children will be walked through step-by-step process of making a small figure or pinch/coil pot. They will also glaze their figure during the class. Class time will vary depending on the child. Plan for two hours. Ticket: $45. Starts 10 a.m. 859-805-0656 or threelickpottery.com.
• Family Fun Days at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Activities and tours to connect to Shaker Music. Enjoy an activity station focused on music and sound, along with family-focused tours of the Meeting House’s acoustics and a scavenger hunt. Outside the Welcome Center, kids will learn about the science of sound with hands-on activities focused on sound waves. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. Dining and shopping discounts only apply with purchase of an admission. Starts 10 a.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Community Sing at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Experience Shaker life through song. Starts 10:30 a.m. Admission waived, but donations will be accepted. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Starts 10 a.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Introduction to Wheel Class at Three Lick Pottery (122 South Main Street). For ages 12 years or older. $5 firing fee for each item you want to keep paid the night of the class. Ticket: $45. Starts 2 p.m. 859-805-0656 or threelickpottery.com.
• Pioneer Saddle Club Horse Show at Joe Gill Showgrounds (344 Shewmaker Lane). Starts 4 p.m. Admission: $4 per adult, children six years and under are free. William at 904-233-0092 or Dawn at 901-679-7608 or Facebook @Pioneer Saddle Club.
• Salvisa Cruise-In at Old Bridge General Store No. 2 (5101 Dory Drive, Salvisa). Food, music and door prizes. 5 to 8 p.m. David Sexton at 859-613-4310.
• American Cancer Society Boyle-Mercer Relay for Life at Lions Park Community Center (450 East Factory Street). Pirates of the “Cure-ibbean” with raffle, pinwheel garden, treasure hunt, food and music. Survivor reception 5 p.m. Opening ceremony 6 p.m. Karate demonstration 7 p.m. Cake walk 7:30 p.m. Glow lap 8 p.m. Luminaria 9 p.m. Fight back lap 10 p.m. Closing bell ceremony 11 p.m. Cortney Justice 859-5160 3316 or cortneyjustice@outlook.com.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Scott Collins at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Hawaiian Luau at Mackville Community Center (10651 Main Street, Mackville). Hula dancers, games and prizes for kids, Hawaiian food served in the gym. Admission: $10 for adults, $5 for children eight and under. Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-262-5600 or Facebook @Mackville Community Center.
D. Boone Pittman and the Fugitives at the Lodge at Logan Vineyards.
• Lights over the Lodge at the Lodge at Logan Vineyards (254 Hopewell Road). Live music by Jeremy Zeller and the Other Side and D. Boone Pittman and the Fugitives, food trucks, brews and fireworks at dusk. Bring your lawn chair. Doors open 5:30 p.m. 859-559-1713 or Facebook @Logan Vineyards.
• Spirit Strolls at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Guided stroll starts at the 1839 Trustees’ Office and ends at the 1811 Shaker Cemetery, with a selection of journal entries and stories that will send a tingle down your spine. Recommended for ages 12 and up. All minors must be accompanied by adult. Tours at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 annual passholders, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Sing-O at Rock Haven Bourbon Bar (419 East Office Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2007 or Facebook @Rock Haven.
• Live music by Carrie Anne McDonald at Cummins Ferry RV Park and Campground (2558 Cummins Ferry Road, Salvisa). Food by Gloria’s Mexican. CumminsFerry.com or 859-865-2003.
• Astronomy in the Field at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Join the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club to view the wonders of the night sky using a variety of telescopes. Each viewing is free to the public and weather-dependent. Call day of the program to confirm viewing if there is a chance of cloud cover. Minors should have adult supervision. Starts after sunset. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Sunday, Sept. 10
• Burgin Fall Festival (Main Street, Burgin). Explore vendors and local set ups 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Facebook @BurginFallFestival or info@burginfestivals.com.
• Trivia at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Starts 5 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-325-6960 or Facebook @Lemons Mill Brewery.
• Jazz on the Lawn featuring Blue Groove Jazz Quartet at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Preliminary concert for the Kentucky Heritage Jazz Festival. 4 to 6 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Monday, Sept. 11
• All American Circus at Harrodsburg National Guard Armory (500 Tapp Road). Oscar Garcia presents an all-new show, perfect for the whole family. Online special prices with tickets from less than $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver. Starts at 7 p.m. Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kids fun zone. AllAmericanCircus.com.
Wednesday, Sept. 13
• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Mercer County Fairgrounds (560 Linden Avenue). 2 to 5 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market.
Thursday, Sept. 14
• Lunch and Learn at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). September can be a challenging time for gardening, some summer crops are still holding on and others need to go. Join us as we discuss what you can do in your garden at this time of the year. Starts at noon. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Teen Advisory Councilat Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Teens can earn volunteer hours and enjoy pizza while we brainstorming new events. Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Live music by Andrea Gross at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Bluegrass Foods. Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill Brewery.
Friday, Sept. 15
• Swing Dance Lesson at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Prepare for the Bee’s Knees Jubilee on Sept. 22 by learning how to cut a rug. Starts 6 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Spirit Strolls at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Guided stroll starts at the 1839 Trustees’ Office and ends at the 1811 Shaker Cemetery, with a selection of journal entries and stories that will send a tingle down your spine. Recommended for ages 12 and up. All minors must be accompanied by adult. Tours at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 annual passholders, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Music on the Lawn featuring the Pastime Trio at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). 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.
The Harrodsburg Herald/Robert Moore
Lyndsi Hersch and other performers with Center Stage Theatrics will bring back the long departed residents of the “Spoon River Anthology” at the James Harrod Amphitheater on Friday, Sept. 15, and Saturday, Sept. 16.
• “Spoon River Anthology” at James Harrod Amphitheater (100 South College Street). Center Stage Theatrics’ production of Edgar Lee Masters’ American classic. Tickets: $10, $5 for children 12 and under. Facebook @Center Stage Theatrics or 859-734-3314.
• Trivingo at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.
• Sing-O at Rock Haven Bourbon Bar (419 East Office Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2007 or Facebook @Rock Haven.
Have any events planned? Let everyone know by posting it on the Weekender. Email events to rmoore@harrodsburgherald.com.
