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Art is Alive this July
and Year Round in Berea!
From live music and entertainment to hands on learning opportunities, this month's activities and happenings are sure to provide you with unforgettable experiences.
Join us in creating memories of a lifetime!
Berea Tourism
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First Friday Berea
Old Town Artisan Village
First Friday Berea: Celebrating Community and Culture - to be held on Friday, July 4th from 5-10pm in Berea's Artisan Village, will recognize and celebrate downtown culture, Berea area arts/crafts and our community.
Artisan Village Happenings! (more to me announced soon!)
Cabin Porch
Tuatha Dea HuDost with Fire Performances by Appalachian Flow Arts & Sati Flow
Metal Stage
Andy Blyth - The Old Crusty Minstrel (geared towards the young'uns!)
SparrowHawks
Gastineau & Son
Juke Box Johnson
Gastineau Studio
The First 30 Years - A Retrospective Exhibit
Berea Farmers Market
Paint-A-Playhouse Activity & Fundraiser
Help Habitat for Humanity of Madison & Clark Counties & CASA for Children of Madison County paint a brighter future for Madison County Families
Visit Artisan Village Studios and Galleries
Artist & Food Vendors
Busking Encouraged
Bring the family, chairs/blanket and be ready to see old friends and make new ones!
A project of Village Trough, sponsored by Berea Tourism
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4th of July Spectacular 
July 4
Fireworks at Dark
Berea City Park
6 Pirate Parkway
Activities include:
Free Activities 5pm - 9pm
- Climbing Wall
- Inflatable Bounce House & Inflatable Twister
- Kid Games: bubbles, face painting, tattoos, relay races
- Horse Carriage Rides from 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- 5pm - 7pm Freedom Riders Band performing under the stadium
- Free swimming @ Berea Pool 3pm - 7pm
- 7:30pm Presentation of Colors by Berea Police Depart & Berea Fire Depart
- 8pm Main Stage Band - Shaun Ballard Band
Food Vendors - under stadium:
- American Legion Post 50: snow cones & cotton candy
- Bluegrass Kettle Masters: Kettle Corn, lemonade, pop & water
- Boy Scout Troop 74: funnel cakes, soft drinks & water
- Chapter 160 D.A.V.: 50/50 drawing & gifts
- The Chilly Pineapple: variety sizes of Hawaiian Ice
- Madison Co. Youth League: various concession items
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Festival of Learnshops
July 11-27, 2014
For two weeks every July, Berea offers over 150 classes, in crafts, art, music, literature, cooking, and so much more. Come and take one class or stay a while and take several. Sessions last from two hours to two or more days. Come immerse yourself in Berea's culture of learning and fun. The class schedule is available at
Call or email for any questions or information:
859-986-2540
[email protected]
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Whippoorwill Festival
July 10-13
HomeGrown HideAways 
Skills for Earth-Friendly Living
Over 60 workshops featuring old time and traditional Appalachian living skills in a family-friendly atmosphere. Home Canning, Backyard Chickens, How to Play the Banjo, and many more. A low-cost event with free tent camping, healthy home-cooked meals, guest speakers, campfires, mountain and bluegrass music, dancing, and workshops throughout the day.
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Berea Craft Festival
July 11-13: Fri - Sat from 10-6, 
Sun from 10-5
Indian Fort Theatre
HWY 21E
Discover new work by over 100 artists from across the country. Take part in craft demonstrations, live music and regional entertainment.
Admission: $6.00 for adults,
$5.00 for seniors and children under 12 are free.
For more information call Berea Tourism 800-598-5263
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William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Nights Dream
July 17, 18, 19, 20 at 7pm  Russel Acton Folk Center
Outdoor seating - bring a blanket or a chair
$5.00 at the door
For more information please call 859-582-0386
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Dulcimer Concert/Jam Highlighting Jean Ritchie's Music
July 18 from 7-9pm
First Christian Church
206 Chestnut Street
Bring your dulcimer and join in or stop by to enjoy a concert/jam highlighting Jean Ritchie's music.
Berea Tourism 859-986-2540
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Hands on Workshops
Features workshops scheduled the second weekend of each month. Visit for a long weekend - Friday, Saturday and Sunday - and take one or several classes with our local artists. The offerings will vary each weekend, so check www.berea.com/how-berea/ for current listings.
Call or email for any questions or information:
859-986-2540
[email protected]
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Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Boone Tavern
Most Saturdays and Sundays 
Enjoy lunch or dinner at the grand Boone Tavern hotel and follow it with a peaceful carriage ride guided by Christine Seals of Whistle Stop Stables. Her majestic Percheron horses will take you back to a simpler time as you enjoy the ride through the town of Berea.
Christine and her magnificent carriage and horses are available for special occasions by contacting her at 859-661-1486.
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EXHIBITS & DEMONSTRATIONS
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The Potters of Madison County, KY
On Exhibit thru July 19, 2014 This exhibit features the work of twenty local artists showcasing the exceptional talent in the area. Quilts with a Kick
On Exhibit July 25 thru August 21
This exhibit is by the Quilt Artists of Kentucky. Quilts are submitted in one of two categories - the Challenge category this year is "Mother Earth." The other category is "Quilter's Choice."
August 1 and 2
The First Weekend in August brings the annual Quilt Extravaganza to Berea. Held at the Berea Community School, 1 Pirate Parkway
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Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm
Phone: 859-985-9317 |
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On Exhibit through September 6, 2014 On Exhibit through November 16, 2014
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200 Artisan Way
Open 9am - 6pm Daily
Phone: 859-985-5448
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 Contra Dancing 859-986-13988:00pm - 11:00pm
Beginner Lessons from 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Russel Acton Folk Center
Lively American folk dancing. Beginners welcome, easy to learn, no partner needed. Great live music and friendly dancers! $8.00 for adults; $5.00 students and seniors
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Jammin' on the Porch
Thursdays from 7pm-9pm 
Located on the Cabin Porch in Old Town Artisan Village,
3 Artist Circle
An authentic Berea experience! Bring your instrument and join in the jam session. Father and daughter duo, Lewis and Donna Lamb host the event.
800-598-5263 or 859-986-2540
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Berea Farmers Market
Outdoor Market 
On the lawn of the Berea College Farm Store,
311 Main Street
Tuesdays 3-6pm
Saturdays 9-1pm
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Thanks for following!
We hope you have a great start to spring and as always if you have any comments or suggestions please send them to [email protected].
If you have an event that you'd like to submit to our community event calendar please follow this link to fill out our event submission form:
Sincerely, Nancy Bailey
800-598-5263
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