Weekender June 11 To 19: Friday Night On Main, Juneteenth, ‘Annie’ And More

• Friday Night On Main at Olde Town Park (126 South Main Street). Live music by Jarrod Stratton at 6 p.m. and Raise One Up at 8 p.m. as well as food and shopping from 5 to 10 p.m. Hosted by the Harrodsburg-Mercer County Tourist Commission. [email protected] or Facebook @Friday Nights on Main.

• Music on the Lawn featuring J.J. Marrs at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Live music, outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit between the historic 1839 Trustees Office and garden. Music starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Naughty at Night at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). For the Shakers, temptation and sin lurked just around the corner. A plethora of rules governed all aspects of life in the community – from when brethren and sisters could meet socially to what foods were acceptable on the dinner table. We’ll take a special stroll through some of our historic buildings as we share stories about the naughtier side of life at Pleasant Hill. Program fee includes one alcoholic beverage (up to $15 value) at Music on the Lawn (6:30-9:30pm).This program will traverse approximately 0.5 mile of graveled, level terrain and will climb and descend several flights of stairs. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

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

Saturday, June 13
• Mercer County Field to Fork Swap (670 Beaumont Plaza). Find competitive prices and all kinds of great things, including jams, jellies, salsa, pickles, lotions, soaps, crafts, produce, fresh beef, fresh lamb, chicks, chickens, garden plants, eggs and more. Set up for the swap 7 to 8 a.m. No set up fee. Bring your own table and chair. Swap runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. weather pending. Swap meets continue through October on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Facebook @Mercer County Field to Fork Swap.

• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Stable 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 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. [email protected] or farmersmarketmercer.square.site or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market.

• 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.

• Elements of Photography: Gardens & the Great Outdoors at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Lexington photographer Carol Peachee has photographed Pleasant Hill for more than four decades, capturing unique and intimate views of this iconic Shaker community. Join Carol for a hands-on photography workshop, learning to compose the perfect photograph of the great outdoors. Participants must bring their own camera. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For ages 18 and up. Tickets required for all attendees. General admission $90. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Herrington Lake Conservation League Fish Fry at Sunset Marina and Resort (325 Sunset Lodge Road, Lancaster). Annual tradition continues! Come on out to support the HLCL from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. hlcl.org or Facebook @ Herrington Lake Conservation League or email Boursaw at [email protected] or 859-548-3591 or sunsetmarinaandresort.com.

• T-Rex Tea Party at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Get ready for a ROAR-some afternoon at our T-Rex Tea Party. Kids ages 3–12 are invited to dress up for a special tea party filled with cupcakes, a story time, and lots of dino-sized fun. Enjoy a sweet treat together before each child designs and takes home their very own “adopted” dinosaur friend. Starts 1 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Quilt Collection Gallery at the Harrodsburg Historical Society (221 South Chiles Street). Browse our new quilt gallery featuring items from Kentucky and beyond. Enjoy celebratory cake. Hours: 1 to 4 p.m. 859-325-9028 or [email protected] or harrodsburghistorical.org.

• Gentle Yoga at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Enjoy a gentle, calming session designed to help you relax, stretch, and unwind. Perfect for beginners and all experience levels. Starts 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Sippin’s Saturdays at Logan Vineyards (254 Hopewell Road). Enjoy a free wine tasting with live music from D. Boone Pittman from 2 to 5 p.m. Food is also on site. 502-783-6604 or [email protected] or LoganVineyards.com or Facebook @LoganVineyards.

• Divine Market at Divine Intentions (697 South College Street). Craft vendors, artists, writers, jewelry makers, crocheters, all are welcome Hours: 4 to 9 p.m. 859-613-1356 or [email protected] or Facebook @Divineintentions1 or Facebook @Full Moon Ritual at Divine Intentions.

• Music on the Lawn featuring Andy Branton at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Live music, outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit between the historic 1839 Trustees Office and garden. Music starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Live music by Tony Toy at Papa Smoke Pizza (112 South Main Street). Live music 7-10 p.m. 859-605-2232 or Facebook @papa smoke pizza harrodsburg ky.

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

• Naughty at Night at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). For the Shakers, temptation and sin lurked just around the corner. A plethora of rules governed all aspects of life in the community – from when brethren and sisters could meet socially to what foods were acceptable on the dinner table. We’ll take a special stroll through some of our historic buildings as we share stories about the naughtier side of life at Pleasant Hill. Program fee includes one alcoholic beverage (up to $15 value) at Music on the Lawn (6:30-9:30pm).This program will traverse approximately 0.5 mile of graveled, level terrain and will climb and descend several flights of stairs. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Live music by D. Boone Pittman at Cummins Ferry RV Park and Campground (2558 Cummins Ferry Road, Salvisa). Food by Legends Pit Stop. 859-865-2003 or cumminsferry.com or Facebook @Cummins Ferry RV Campground.

Sunday, June 14
• Trivia at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Trivia starts 5 p.m. Food by T-Wayne & Smokey. 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

Monday, June 15
• KinderMusik at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Little ones are invited to move, sing and play in this 4-week Kindermusik class designed for ages 1–2. Through music, movement and playful exploration, toddlers will enjoy songs, dancing, simple instruments and hands-on activities that help build early motor skills, rhythm and confidence. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Makerspace and Take: Stickers (109 West Lexington Street). Get crafty in our new makerspace and make a tea towel that’s as fun as it is functional. Use the Cricut and heat press to create a custom tea towel featuring one of five cheerful, spring-themed designs—no experience needed. Starts at noon. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• 3rd Annual Broadway Street Revival (349 West Broadway). Three day revival hosted by the Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society. Monday night’s line-up: Seth Widener, Randall L. Bartleson, Doug Wesley and Jordan Asbury. Starts 7 p.m. In case of inclement weather, revival will take place at Centennial Baptist Church (291 West Lane). 859-613-9360 or [email protected] or Facebook @Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society.

Tuesday, June 16
• Tween Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Tweens aged 8 to 12 can choose from a variety of fun activities to share with friends after school. Drop in for a snack, craft, game and more. Starts 3:30 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Mercer County Farmers Market at the Stable 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 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. [email protected] or farmersmarketmercer.square.site or Facebook @Mercer County Farmers Market.

• D.A.R. BBQ Drawing at Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street). Drawing hosted by the Jane McAfee Chapter fo the Daughters of the American Revolution happens at 5 p.m. 859-734-3314 or Facebook @fortharrod.statepark or kentuckydar.org or Facebook @janemcafeedar.

• Evening Book Club at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Join us for great conversation and good company at our monthly Evening Book Club. This month’s pick is Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Copies are available at the circulation desk. New members are always welcome. Starts 6 p.m. in the History Research Center. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Gentle Yoga at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Enjoy a gentle, calming session designed to help you relax, stretch, and unwind. Perfect for beginners and all experience levels. Starts 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. in Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• 3rd Annual Broadway Street Revival (349 West Broadway). Three day revival hosted by the Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society. Tuesday’s line-up: Chrys Jones, Terry Morrison, Jonathan Johnston and Greg Warren. Starts 7 p.m. In case of inclement weather, revival will take place at Centennial Baptist Church (291 West Lane). 859-613-9360 or [email protected] or Facebook  @Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society.

Wednesday, June 17
• Puppy Paws and Sweet Treats at the Mercer County Senior Citizens Center (1475 Louisville Road). Ice cream social hosted by PuppyLove KY and Bluegrass Community Action Partnership. Stop by for a bit of fun and fellowship, grab a sweet treat from the ice cream truck, and visit the pups. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 859-734-5185 or Facebook @PuppyLove KY.

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

• 3rd Annual Broadway Street Revival (349 West Broadway). Final night of revival hosted by the Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society. Wednesday’s line-up: Dale W. Smith, Pete Toth and Stephen Brogli. Starts 7 p.m. In case of inclement weather, revival will take place at Centennial Baptist Church (291 West Lane). 859-613-9360 or [email protected] or Facebook @Harrodsburg Mercer County African American Historical Society.

Thursday, June 18
• 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.

• Kids Lego Night at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Families are invited to join us for a fun-filled LEGO night! Kids can use the LEGO pieces provided to design and build their own creative masterpieces to take home. This hands-on program encourages imagination, problem-solving, and so much family fun! Come create with us! Starts 4:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Stay Crafty: Mini Libraries at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Stay crafty as we turn ordinary mint tins into adorable mini libraries. Participants will decorate and design their own tiny book-themed creations using paints, paper and fun craft supplies. Whether you love books, miniatures or just getting creative, this hands-on craft is the perfect way to make something unique and totally shelf-worthy. 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.

• Live music by Lil Jimmy Richey at Papa Smoke Pizza (112 South Main Street). Live music 6-9 p.m. 859-605-2232 or Facebook @ papa smoke pizza harrodsburg ky.

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

Friday, June 19
Juneteenth

• Sensory Garden Story Time at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more during our special sensory garden story time!. Toddler Tales (9:30) is for ages 18 months to 3 years old, and Preschool Storytime (11:00) is for ages 3-5 in the Children’s Story Room. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Picnic in the Park at Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street). 42nd season of Mercer County’s oldest live entertainment series continues with 18th century balladeer Jon Hagee at noon under the Osage orange tree. 859-734-3314 or Facebook @fortharrod.statepark.

• Freedom Swing Golf Tournament at Old Bridge Golf Course (1 Old Bridge Road, Danville). Shotgun start scheduled for 1 p.m. Entry fees: $300 per team, $75 per player, includes green fees, cart, prizes and lunch at noon. Prizes: $300 cash for first place, $200 for second and $100 for third. Participation is limited to the first 25 teams. Contact coordinator Jim Dunn by phone at 859-613-3480 or email at [email protected] or [email protected] or juneteenthky.com or Facebook @JuneteenthKY.

• Sixth Annual Heart of Kentucky Juneteenth Celebration at West Lane Park (345 West Lane). Friday schedule: Opening prayer with Pastor Donald Wayne Smith at 5 p.m., the Greens featuring Tharan Green at 5:30 p.m., music by Pastor Chris Jones at 6 p.m., Larger Than Life Studio at 6:30 p.m., Miss Juneteenth Pageant at 7 p.m., Promise Music at 9 p.m., J.B. Savage and Robbie Houston Band at 10 p.m., Artist Q-BZZ at 11 p.m. [email protected] or juneteenthky.com or Facebook @JuneteenthKY.

• Friday Family Flicks at Mercer County Public Library (109 West Lexington Street). Join Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde for a brand-new adventure in Zootopia 2. When a new mystery rocks Zootopia, the duo must work together to save the day in this fun-filled sequel packed with humor, heart, and friendship—perfect for families to enjoy together. Free to attend & snacks provided. Starts at 6 p.m. 859-734-3680 or mercerpublic.org.

• Live drama: “Annie” at Ragged Edge Community Theatre (111 South Main Street). As sure as the sun’ll come out tomorrow, Annie’s back with all the classic songs that earned the original production seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Director Allan Barlow, music director Bethany Fuller and choreographer Ami Wilcox. Starts 7 p.m. Tickets $15. raggededgetheatre.org or 859-734-2389.

• Live music by Wesley Saylor at Lemons Mill Brewery (166 Marimon Avenue). Food by T. Wayne and Smokey. Starts 7 p.m. 859-734-7791 or Facebook @Lemons Mill.

• Live music by Chris Linton at Papa Smoke Pizza (112 South Main Street). Live music 6-9 p.m. 859-605-2232 or Facebook @ papa smoke pizza harrodsburg ky.

• Music on the Lawn featuring Randy Kaplan at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). Live music, outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pit between the historic 1839 Trustees Office and garden. Music starts 6:30 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

• Naughty at Night at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road). For the Shakers, temptation and sin lurked just around the corner. A plethora of rules governed all aspects of life in the community – from when brethren and sisters could meet socially to what foods were acceptable on the dinner table. We’ll take a special stroll through some of our historic buildings as we share stories about the naughtier side of life at Pleasant Hill. Program fee includes one alcoholic beverage (up to $15 value) at Music on the Lawn (6:30-9:30pm).This program will traverse approximately 0.5 mile of graveled, level terrain and will climb and descend several flights of stairs. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 859-734-5411 or shakervillageky.org.

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

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