Weekender For Aug. 29—Sept. 6: Labor Day, The Start Of Spooky Season And So Much More
Yoga at the Mercer County Public Library, Night Hike: Batty For Bats at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and LBP Country at Kamp Kennedy Marina (Composite image).
Robert Moore
Herald Staff
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Halloween may still be nearly two months away, but Spooky Season is here, judging by skeletons hanging at the front doors of houses here in Harrodsburg. Center Stage Theatrics is holding a casting call for the Haunted Frontier at Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street) on Friday, Sept. 6, starting at 7 p.m. Center Stage is handling the Haunted Frontier, the super popular haunted house at the fort, which in previous years was handled by park staff and volunteers. They are looking for scare actors and the all-important backstage crew.
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Clint Wandle 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. 14.
Center Stage will also be hosting their third production of Edgar Lee Masters’ “Spoon River Anthologies” on Friday, Sept. 13, starting at 7 p.m. at the James Harrod Amphitheater. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for youths and seniors. Spoon River said they’re selling fast, so get yours before they’re gone at centerstagetheatrics.ticketspice.com/the-spoon-river-anthologies.
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is in the mood to go boo too, because Spirit Strolls: Death and Tragedy start Friday, Sept. 5, at Shaker Village. They are inviting everyone for an evening with a new batch of true tales to send a tingle down your spine. Shaker Village is warning you: stay with the group on this lantern-lit walk to the cemetery, stopping along the way for harrowing tales of everything from epidemics to murders, as well as Shaker funerary practices. The Spirit Strolls happen every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 p.m.
Have a happy Labor Day weekend, Mercer County!
All events are free unless otherwise listed. Events may be canceled because of inclement weather.
Thursday, Aug. 29
• Trivia and Raffle at Casa Grande (145 Collin Drive). Teams of four compete for a $25 gift card. Competition starts 6:30 p.m., with Queen of Hearts Raffle—sponsored by Harrodsburg Rotary Club—at 7 p.m. 859-613-5669 or casagrandeky.com or Facebook @casaGky.
• Karaoke with J.T. at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.
Lisa Allen Foster at Lemons Mill Brewery.
• Live music by Lisa Allen and Monty at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by T. Wayne and Smokey. Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.
Friday, Aug. 30
• Storytime for Toddlers at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 9:30 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Storytime for PreSchoolers Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 11 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Crafternoons with Tara at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Learn how to make a new craft with Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent Tara Duty. Starts 1 p.m. RSVP 859-734-4378 or [email protected].
• Live music by the Carey Band at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Starts 6 p.m. 859-548-3591 or sunsetmarinaandresort.com or Facebook @Sunsetmarinaandresort.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Chris Weiss at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Karaoke at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Biscuits BBQ. Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.
• Trivia at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.
Saturday, Aug. 31
• Mercer County Farmers Market at Mercer County Fairgrounds (560 Linden Avenue). Local vendors providing locally raised produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, canned goods, honey and homemade and handcrafted items. 30 vendors registered. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. [email protected] or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market.
• Woodworking Demonstration with artisan Joe Baron at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Baron demonstrating woodworking. Items will be available for purchase at the Welcome Center. Demonstrations take place at the Welcome Center. Participation included with admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Labor Day BBQ Party at Ace Hardware (920 North College Street). Outdoor cooking with grilling demos, fun family activities and can’t-miss deals. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 859-605-6480.
• Overdose Awareness Day at Olde Town Park (126 South Main Street). Music, speakers, free food and vendors hosted by Mercer County ASAP (Agency for Substance Abuse Policy) and Mercer Transformation. Noon to 5 p.m. [email protected].
• Music on the Lawn featuring Burton Joyner at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Parents Night Out at Map of Epic Play Center (120 South Main Street). Three-hour drop off with secure check-in/out system for children ages three and up in an inclusive and safe play environment. Featuring crafts, snacks, free play and more. 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $25 plus sibling discount. 859-324-9289 or Facebook @Epic Play Center.
• Live music by the Unofficial Hi-5 at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Starts 6 p.m. 859-548-3591 or sunsetmarinaandresort.com or Facebook @Sunsetmarinaandresort.
• Music by Bourbon Beats DJ at Cummins Ferry RV Park and Campground (2558 Cummins Ferry Road, Salvisa). Food by the Curry Kitchen. 859-865-2003 or cumminsferry.com or Facebook @Cummins Ferry RV Campground.
• Night Hike: Batty for Bats at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (Image submitted).
• Night Hike: Batty for Bats at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Discover more about these endearing nocturnal mammals on a guided walk through the preserve we’ll listen for and identify common Kentucky bat species using acoustic devices. We’ll also discuss the bats’ habitat and food needs, along with the conservation challenges we face today. Weather permitting, our evening will conclude with a bat-related discussion around the fire. Participants should check in at the Welcome Center at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening. Hike is for ages 8+. If under 18, guests must be accompanied by a paying adult. 7:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. Cost: $15 for annual passholders, $25 general admission. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Sunday, Sept. 1.
• Tree Dedication Ceremony at West Lane Park (345 West Lane). All are welcome as the Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society hosts a tree dedication ceremony honoring Lolita Short. Starts 2 p.m. Facebook @ Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society.
• Trivia at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Starts 5 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) Food by Kirks Blue Farm BBQ. 859-325-6960 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.
LPB Country at Kamp Kennedy Marina.
• Live music by the LBP Band at Kamp Kennedy Marina (4646 Kennedy Bridge Road, Lancaster). Starts 8 p.m. (859) 548-2002 or [email protected] or kampkennedymarina.com or Facebook @kampkennedymarina.
Monday, Sept. 2
Labor Day
• Music on the Lawn featuring Joanah Loomer at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 3
• Fall Open House at Poppy’s Florals (124 South Main Street). Free refreshments, special discounts, new inventory and Christmas sneak peek. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 502-343-7656 or [email protected] or poppysflorals.com or Facebook @Poppy’s Florals.
• Bingocize: Combined Bingo and Exercise at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). A 10-week health program combining bingo with inclusive exercise offered in partnership with Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office. Starts 10 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Trivia Night at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Test your knowledge against other trivia lovers on a variety of categories! Play as an individual or a team—max team size of four participants. Snacks provided. Program for adults, aged 18 and up. Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
Yoga at the Mercer County Public Library (Image Submitted).
• Yoga for Rest and Relaxation at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Learn new techniques to help reduce stress and improve posture and balance, through intentional breathing and strength building exercises. Program is led by Sherman Fracher, who received training from the Kripalu Center in Lenox, Massachusetts, and has taught yoga since 2003. Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
Thursday, Sept. 5
• Bingocize: Combined Bingo and Exercise at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). A 10-week health program combining bingo with inclusive exercise offered in partnership with Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office. Starts 10 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Customer Appreciation Day at Whitaker Bank (928 South College Street). Food, prizes, inflatables, games and more. Starts 5:30 p.m. 800-650-6717 or whitakerbank.com.
• Trivia and Raffle at Casa Grande (145 Collin Drive). Teams of four compete for a $25 gift card. Competition starts 6:30 p.m., with Queen of Hearts Raffle—sponsored by Harrodsburg Rotary Club—at 7 p.m. 859-613-5669 or casagrandeky.com or Facebook @casaGky.
• Karaoke with J.T. at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.
• Live music at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.
Friday, Sept. 6
• Storytime for Toddlers at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 9:30 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Storytime for PreSchoolers Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 11 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mcplib.info.
• Raise Your Voice at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). A weekend of music, with hikes, group singing, dancing and archival items. Join us for Heavenly Sound: A Celebration of the Shaker Musical Tradition. Shaker Music live performances at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Contra Dance with calling by Jerome Grisanti and music by Tom Cunningham and The Cat Came Back from 7 to 10 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Lunch and Learn at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent Tara Duty will teach how to make peanut butter oatmeal bites. Starts at noon. 859-734-4378 or [email protected] or mercer.ca.uky.edu.
• Music on the Lawn featuring Keith Williams at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Karaoke at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Biscuits BBQ. Starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.
Spirit Strolls at Shaker Village on Fridays and Saturdays.
• Spirit Strolls: Death and Tragedy at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Join us for an evening you won’t soon forget with a new batch of true tales to send a tingle down your spine. Don’t dare to stray from the group on this lantern-lit walk to the cemetery, stopping along the way for harrowing tales of everything from epidemics to murders, as well as Shaker funerary practices. Starts 7 p.m. Cost: $10 for annual passholders, $15 for everyone else. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.
• Trivia at the Vault Ciders, Suds & Spirits (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.
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