Weekender Nov. 13—21: Christmas Bazaar, Aladdin Jr., Kickstart The Canopy And More

Robert Moore
Herald Staff
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We are planning to have our annual holiday preview next week. If you have any events coming up you’d like included, please email them to [email protected] or to [email protected].

Have a great weekend, Mercer County!

Thursday, Nov. 13
• Food for Focus at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Discover how what you eat can power your mind in an engaging presentation led by local chiropractic students exploring how nutrition can support concentration and mental clarity. Learn about foods and habits that can boost brain function, balance energy levels and help you stay sharp throughout the day. Starts 5:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Karaoke with DJ Jay Iacona at Nan’s Olde Town Grill and Game Room (110 West Broadway). Karaoke from 6 to 10 p.m. each Thursday. 859-605-2234 or Facebook @Olde Town Grill.

• Live music by Lil’ Jimmy Ritchie at Papa Smoke Pizza (112 South Main Street). Music starts 6 p.m. 859-605-2232 or Facebook @papasmokepizzaharrodsburgky.

• Live music by Eric Poor at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Blessings Mobile. Music starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

• Karaoke at the Vault—Harrodsburg (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.

Friday, Nov. 14
• Story Time for Toddlers at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 9:30 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon at St. Andrew Catholic Church (1125 Danville Road). Holiday crafts, gift baskets, homemade bake sale and silent auction, with 10 percent of the proceeds benefitting the Christian Life Center. Lunch costs $7 and features sandwiches, soup, chili and homemade desserts. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 859-734-4270 or [email protected] or harrodsburgcatholic.com or Facebook @saintandrewharrodsburg.

• Story Time for PreSchoolers Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Starts 11 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Share Your Vision: Library Strategic Plan at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Help us create the library you want by sharing your thoughts and ideas. The library is developing a new strategic plan to guide our programs and activities over the next several years. Enjoy a light lunch and community conversation about how the library can serve you best today and in the future. Starts at noon in the Meeting Room 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Pleasant Hill After Dark at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Lantern-lit evening tour about life at Pleasant Hill after dark. Slots available at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Intended for ages 12 and up. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5 and up. Program will traverse approximately half a mile of graveled, level terrain and will climb and descend several flights of stairs. Participants should be comfortable walking and navigating stairs in low light/semi-dark conditions. The program will proceed rain or shine, although the route may be modified in case of inclement weather. All tickets non-refundable and non-transferable. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Live music by Chris Linton at Papa Smoke Pizza (112 South Main Street). Music starts 6 p.m. 859-605-2232 or Facebook @papasmokepizzaharrodsburgky.

• Live drama: Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” at Ragged Edge Community Theatre (111 South Main Street). Revisit the 1992 animated classic in this YouthStage production made possible by a grant from the Mercer County Community Endowment. Director Allan Barlow, music director Lori Patterson and choreographer Ami Wilcox. Starts 7 p.m. Tickets $15. raggededgetheatre.org or 859-734-2389.

• Trivia at the Vault—Harrodsburg (235 South Main Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.

Saturday, Nov. 15
•Fall Farmers Market at the Stable at Mercer County Fairgrounds (560 Linden Avenue). Over 30 booths of hand made crafts, baked goods, custom embroidery and laser engraving, seasonal decor, gifts, and so much more From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. [email protected] or farmersmarketmercer.square.site or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market or 859-734-4378 or [email protected].

• Christmas Bazaar at St. Andrew Catholic Church (1125 Danville Road). Holiday crafts, gift baskets, homemade bake sale and silent auction, with 10 percent of the proceeds benefitting the Christian Life Center. Lunch costs $7 and features sandwiches, soup, chili and homemade desserts. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 859-734-4270 or [email protected] or harrodsburgcatholic.com or Facebook @saintandrewharrodsburg.

• It Takes A Village: Volunteer Work Day at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand to help maintain the beauty of Shaker Village! Staff will lead small teams of volunteers on a variety of outdoor beautification projects, including painting, staining and cleaning. Work projects will total approximately six hours of the day, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For guests ages 15 and up. Space is limited. All volunteers are eligible to receive 20 percent off an overnight stay (available the Thursday—Sunday nights of volunteer weekend). Use promo code ITAV1 when reserving room. Volunteers will also receive a continental breakfast, box lunch and a voucher for 20 percent off one meal. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Kickstart the Canopy: Volunteer Tree Planting at Anderson-Dean Community Park (1501 Louisville Road). Volunteer tree planting at the soccer fields for a greener, cooler park for all. Looking for volunteers to help plant, mulch and stake 29 tree saplings. Bring gloves, shovels and post drivers if you have them. This opportunity is provided by a grant from the Kentucky Environmental Education Association and in partnership with Harrodsburg Tree Board. Starts 10 a.m. 859-533-3832 or Facebook @Friends of Anderson Dean Community Park or 859-734-4378 or [email protected] or mercer.ca.uky.edu/horticulture or Facebook @Harrodsburg Tree Board.

• Quilters’ Gathering at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Stop by the Centre Family Dwelling dining room to learn how 21st-century quilters continue to ply their needles (and sewing machines) to make a variety of beautiful quilts, ranging from hand-pieced traditional designs to more modern styles sewn and quilted by machine. Quilters will have a variety of completed projects on display and will be happy to share their knowledge and chat with guests as they work from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Access to the Quilters’ Gathering is included with admission. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Baby Tumble Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children aged 6 months to 18 months to develop their large motor skills, gain social interactions and enhance their cognitive development. Kid friendly climbing mats, sensory pads, a tunnel and more. A free play, come and go as you can program. No registration is required. Starts 10 a.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Santa at the Dock at Kamp Kennedy Marina (4646 Kennedy Bridge Road, Lancaster). Meet the Big Man starting at 10 a.m. 859-548-2002 or kampkennedymarina.com or Facebook @Kamp Kennedy Marina.

• Redford Remembered: “All The President’s Men” at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Join us for a special screening of “All The President’s Men” in memory of the late Robert Redford. This 1976 political thriller follows journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein as they uncover the Watergate scandal that ultimately led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. Starring Redford and Dustin Hoffman, this classic film is a powerful reminder of truth, persistence, and the importance of a free press. Movie starts at noon in the Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Kids Kitchen at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). children will create their own Thanksgiving dessert, pudding cups! This will include a cookie crumb base, pudding, variety of fruit and whip cream. Children will learn how to follow step-by-step instructions and learn kid safe recipes to share with the whole family this holiday season! Kids Kitchen is for children ages 8-12. Starts 1 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. RSVP online. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Live drama: Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” at Ragged Edge Community Theatre (111 South Main Street). Revisit the 1992 animated classic in this YouthStage production made possible by a grant from the Mercer County Community Endowment. Director Allan Barlow, music director Lori Patterson and choreographer Ami Wilcox. Starts 7 p.m. Tickets $15. raggededgetheatre.org or 859-734-2389.

• Live music by Ryan Raikes at the Vault—Harrodsburg (235 South Main Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.

Sunday, Nov. 16
• Live drama: Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” at Ragged Edge Community Theatre (111 South Main Street). Revisit the 1992 animated classic in this YouthStage production made possible by a grant from the Mercer County Community Endowment. Director Allan Barlow, music director Lori Patterson and choreographer Ami Wilcox. Sunday matinee starts 3 p.m. Tickets $15. raggededgetheatre.org or 859-734-2389.

• Trivia at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by T. Wayne and Smokey. Starts 5 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

Monday, Nov. 17
• Baby Sensory Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Children age 6 to 18 months can enjoy a themed story followed by a sensory activity in the Children’s Activity Room. Starts 9:30 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Bingocize at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Combining exercise and health information with bingo for a fun way to get in shape and win prizes. Program offered in partnership with the Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office. Starts 10 a.m. in the Meeting Room. For adults of all ages No registration required, all supplies provided. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• 4-H Art Club at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Open to youth 9 years and older. RSVP required. Starts 5 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @mercercountyextension or [email protected].

Tuesday, Nov. 18
• Teen Craft Corner at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Teens ages 13 -18 can choose from a variety of crafts, from painting to beading to button making and more in the Teen Area starting 3:30 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Teen Area Ribbon Cutting at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Join us as we celebrate the newly refreshed space featuring updated furniture, new technology and a fresh look designed with teens in mind. We’ll kick things off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by light refreshments and a chance to check out the improvements. Starts 5 p.m. in the newly updated Teen Area. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Cloverbud Cooking Club at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Free club open to youth 6 to 8 years old. Starts 5:30 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @mercercountyextension or [email protected].

• 4-H Livestock Club at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Open to all youth 6-18 years old. Focus on beef, dairy, sheep, goat, and swine. Youth must have six hours of classroom instruction through 4-H activities to show livestock or compete in livestock events. Starts6 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @mercercountyextension or [email protected].

• Yoga for Health and Relaxation at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Stretch and unwind every Tuesday night at our weekly adult yoga class. Some mats are available, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one. Starts 6:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Harrodsburg Run Club at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Launching the Harrodsburg Run Club at Lemons Mill, sponsored by Image Fitness. Runs take place every Tuesday starting at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to all skill levels. Each run begins and ends at Lemons Mill. Facebook @Lemons Mill. or Facebook @Image Fitness Harrodsburg.

• Dart League at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Competition starts 6:30 p.m. (doors open 1 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

Wednesday, Nov. 19
• Bingocize at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Combining exercise and health information with bingo for a fun way to get in shape and win prizes. Program offered in partnership with the Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office. Starts 10 a.m. in the Meeting Room. For adults of all ages No registration required, all supplies provided. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Pokemon Club at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Children aged 6 to 12 can enjoy Pokémon crafts, activities and Pokémon episodes. No registration required. Bring your cards if you have some. Starts 4 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

Thursday, Nov. 20
• Baby Tumble Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For children aged 6 months to 18 months to develop their large motor skills, gain social interactions and enhance their cognitive development. Kid friendly climbing mats, sensory pads, a tunnel and more. A free play, come and go as you can program. No registration is required. Starts 10 a.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Stay Crafty: Pony Bead Corn at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Create your own corn-masterpiece, perfect for Thanksgiving table decor this November. All supplies provided, no registration required. For ages 13 and up. Starts 5:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Karaoke with DJ Jay Iacona at Nan’s Olde Town Grill and Game Room (110 West Broadway). Karaoke from 6 to 10 p.m. each Thursday. 859-605-2234 or Facebook @Olde Town Grill.

• 4-H Natural Resources Club at Mercer County Cooperative Extension Office (1007 Lexington Road). Youth will focus on forestry project. Leaf prints, leaf collections, compass and pacing, etc. Starts 6 p.m. 859-734-4378 or Facebook @mercercountyextension or [email protected].

• Live music by Lisa Allen and Monte at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by Southern Boyz. Music starts 7 p.m. (doors open 4 p.m.) 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

• Karaoke at the Vault—Harrodsburg (235 South Main Street). Starts 7 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.

Friday, Nov. 21
• Special Sensory Garden Storytime for Toddlers at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. Starts 9:30 a.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Special Sensory Garden Storytime for PreSchoolers at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). For preschoolers aged 3-5 years. Starts 11 a.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Winter Encampment at Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street). Re-enactors will be camping out for the weekend starting at 5 p.m. 859-734-3314 or [email protected] or Facebook @fortharrod.statepark.

• Friday Family Flicks: “The Smurfs” at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Bring the whole family for a screening of The Smurfs (2025)! Join Papa Smurf, Smurfette, and all your favorite blue friends on a brand-new adventure filled with laughter, music and plenty of Smurfy fun. Free and snacks provided. Starts 6 p.m. in the Meeting Room 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Live drama: Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” at Ragged Edge Community Theatre (111 South Main Street). Revisit the 1992 animated classic in this YouthStage production made possible by a grant from the Mercer County Community Endowment. Director Allan Barlow, music director Lori Patterson and choreographer Ami Wilcox. Starts 7 p.m. Tickets $15. raggededgetheatre.org or 859-734-2389.

• Trivia at the Vault—Harrodsburg (235 South Main Street). Starts 8 p.m. 859-605-2118 or Facebook @the Vault.

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