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What's Happening at Berea Tourism?
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Happy November y'all,
Welcome to Berea, KY!
We have a lot to be thankful for in Berea this month: Exhibits, festivals, open houses, workshops and much, much more await you.
Be sure to visit us this month, and join us in being thankful for Berea year-round.
-Dylan Bogard
Berea Tourism Communications Manager
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Make It, Take It, Give It!
Weekends November 25th - December 18th, and December 23rd and 30th
Make It, Take It, Give It offers so many ways to celebrate the holidays!
With the guidance of expert artisans (and using their equipment), you can create a handmade gift worthy of becoming a family
heirloom, or
you can "gift" a workshop to a special person and let them enjoy expressing their creativity.
Better yet, come together and celebrate the joy of making something with your own hands and imaginations.
Whether your interest is painting, glass blowing, or forging, the Make It, Take It, Give It has something for you. Select from workshops that last two hours to twelve hours to pursue your interest in fiber arts, blacksmithing, jewelry, woodworking, stained glass or professional learning for educators. You can even make your very own ornaments or multimedia Santa! Many classes are Family Friendly, so bring your kids or grandkids, enroll them in the children's activities or join them and create together.
The course catalog is up now, so don't wait!
Use #MTGBerea to share your experience online.
This is a great tradition for family and friends
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We have several great photos from visitors and residents alike from October! Be sure to follow us on social media and post your photos of Berea!
Each month we will select photos of Berea posted by our wonderful visitors and citizens to be featured in our newsletter! In order to be selected, share your favorite Berea experience and use #VisitBerea, #BereaProud and #BereaKy.
We can't wait to see your wonderful photos!
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Below are this month's #BereaKy photo selections! We had many great submissions over the past month, and you could be featured in next month's newsletter!
@brlracincwgrl had a great time visiting Berea Soaps and Gifts in College Square! We love the fall decorations.
@lydia_purdy likes to live on the edge while hiking the beautiful Pinnacles here in Berea! It is a great time of year to get out and enjoy one of our many trails here in town.
@kyhikes got a great photo of the Pinnacles. It is a great time to get out and see the colorful fall foliage.
@laurenabner had this great photo from the Fall Fair! It looks like Miss Berea Supreme has a wonderful time checking out all of the lovely artwork!
@kelly_evans_creations cruises through Berea in style in a 1964 Beetle! Nothing beats a classic car in a classic small town! We have many wonderful roads that anyone would enjoy.
@thisisberea shows some Berea history with the remains of the Jones Tavern. Berea is not only a must for art and nature lovers, but for history lovers as well.
@yvonda_mcdowell had a great outing at the Pinnacles! It is a great hike for family and friends to take together.
@thrivestudiosberea shows off their moves in Berea! Being a registered yoga teacher and licensed massage therapist helps them to see nature in a whole new way.
The Broom House showed off the locally grown broom corn used to make the fabulous brooms available at Gallery 123! Berea offers a wide variety of handcrafted items for visitors to enjoy! |
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Home and Hearth Christmas Bazaar
November 12th-13th
Sat 9am-5pm
Sun 10am-4pm
Russel Acton Folk Center
212 W. Jefferson St.
Attention shoppers! This 22nd annual family tradition of folk arts and crafts, features great buys from over 30 artisans and vendors.
Great holiday food available in kitchen all day.
Call for details:
(859)893-9066 or (859)582-0832.
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Berea College Craft Holiday Sale
November 19th
9am-2pm
Mueller Building, Berea College
100 Dixie Court
Knock out your holiday shopping all in one exciting weekend. This popular annual sale features exquisitely handcrafted items at incredible prices. Shop early - these sought after products move quickly!
For more information, call:
859-985-3220 or 800-347-3892
or visit:
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Berea Festival of Trees
November 25th-27th
December 2nd-4th
Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm
Sunday 1pm-5pm
100 Churchill Ct.
The Berea Festival of Trees is a new annual holiday fundraiser for the New Opportunity School for Women. The event features a glittering display of beautiful trees supported by local businesses, individuals and community groups to showcase their brands, give back to the community, and have fun doing it. Family-friendly activities and toasty wintry drinks and treats will delight kids and grownups alike! The trees are silent auctioned throughout the event, with all proceeds benefiting low-income Appalachian women. Together, we are making more than holiday magic. We are making a difference.
Admission: $5 for Adults, $4 Senior/ Student, $2 Children 3+
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Small Business Saturday & Weekend Open Houses
November 26th-27th
3 Artist Circle
Various Shops and Galleries
We offer some of Kentucky's finest shops,
restaurants and unique lodging options. Be sure to come see us this fall, and discover for yourself why art is truly alive in Berea.
Many local shops will offer treats, give-a-ways, discounts and more during Small Business Saturday.
Be sure to stop in the Welcome Center in the Artisan Village for information on business offerings, treats, and free goodies.
Check out our video
here!
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HOW: Hands On Workshops
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H.O.W. (Hands-on Workshops) is a part of Berea's continued attempt to make education in artisan skills & crafts accessible to everyone. We're just getting started so keep checking back to see who else is getting on-board.
For more details and workshop availability, please contact the artisans directly using the information provided in their descriptions at www.visitberea.com/how-berea.
Make and Take Mrs. Claus- November 5th, 9am
Students will learn to work with Polymer Clay to build a face for a Santa Claus Image. The Santa Claus will then be fully dressed and 16 inches tall when complete. Yes, you can do this and you will leave class with a completed one of a kind Mrs. Claus that you created!
Registration Cost: $220.00.
Note: Participants should bring a large hot glue gun and glue sticks. Scissors that cut fabric, and a small ½ inch paint brush. All other materials and supplies will be provided. Wear light colored clothing.
For more information, click
here.
Crochet or Knit Knockers- November 3rd, 8th, and 17th.
Fiber Frenzy has joined with
Knittedknockers.org
to sponsor handmade prostheses for women who have had a mastectomy. Special patterns have been developed for both knit and crochet, to create soft, comfortable "knockers". Join us the first and third Thursday every month, 3pm to 5pm to make knockers, and on November 8th at 1pm. Supplies are available at a discount, and the pattern is provided.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here.
Omena Knitted Vest- November 7th, 1pm
Susan Hopkins has knitted several Omena vests and they are on display at Fiber Frenzy. Susan is a very accomplished knitter and has agreed to teach a class for the Omena on November 7th, 1 to 3 pm. This beautiful vest is knitted with worsted weight yarn and size 9 circular needles. It is deceptively simple in its construction, requiring no seams, and no picking up stitches. If you can cast on, knit, and purl, this is the vest for you. Class fee is $26 which includes the Omena pattern, but does not include yarn or needles. Pick out both prior to class here in the shop.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
AOK First Hat-
November 11th, 11am
The AOK First Hat is knit flat and seamed. There is a bit of ribbing on which to practice your knits and purls, and some decreases to learn how to shape things to fit. You'll need size 8 needles and a tapestry needle. This class is free with the purchase of 1 ball of Painted Sky, a superwash wool yarn that will make 2 hats.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here .
Red Star Beret
- November 12th, 11am
Red Star Beret is one of Joan's favorite hats. This is a great first time beret and Lana Gatto Class shows off the design perfectly. Bring size 6 DPN's or 32" circular for magic loop method, and a stitch marker. This class is free with the purchase of 1 ball of Lana Gatto Class, a wool and angora blend yarn. November 12, 11 am.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
Crochet and Color Pooling-
November 12th, 11am
Held at Fiber Frenzy. Jessica has mastered the art of
crochet and color pooling. Learn this new color pooling craze with variegated yarns on Saturday, November 12th at 11 am. $30 class fee
includes one skein of Universal Stripes yarn.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
Spinning- November 12th
Take advantage of Jessica's presence in our shop on November 12th and learn to spin using a drop spindle or spinning wheel. Spindles and fiber available at the shop. $20 lesson fee. Call in advance to schedule your individual instruction.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
Ridges- November 14th, 3pm
Ridges is a toque, a pill box shaped hat with straight sides and flat top. Its a great pattern to experiment with a handspun yarn. Alternating sections of stockinette and reverse stockinette add visual interest and will show of the varying textures inherent in handspun. The first lesson to be learned in this class is the importance of gauge. Bring DPN's or 16" circular needles in sizes 6 - 9, and select a lovely handspun from one of our local fiber artists. The class is free with purchase of yarn
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
Scarf with Pockets- November 15th and 19th, 1pm
There is something so cozy about a scarf with pockets, where you can keep your extra Kleenex or your phone and ward off the chill winter weather, all at the same time. This pocket scarf is crocheted with a lightweight worsted or DK yarn and a size J or K hook. Start this quick and easy project with Judy on Tuesday, November 15th at 1 pm, or Saturday, November 19th at 1 pm. You still have time to make several for Christmas gifts. Pattern fee is $3, but there is no instruction fee. Pick out your yarn prior to class. (You do need to know how to crochet for this class; it is not a "learn to crochet" class.)
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here
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Fingerless Mitts- November 17th and 22nd, 12:30
It's time to make Christmas gifts for the special people in your life. Knit fingerless mitts quickly and easily using the Magic Loop method. Judy loves feather and fan patterns and she recently reworked this pattern to make it magic loop friendly! Class fee of $35 includes yarn and pattern. You will need a 40" or 47" circular needle, size 3 or 4. Basic knitting knowledge is required.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here
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Button Up Hat- November 18th, 1pm
Button Up Hat is a very creative design - worked flat but it buttons rather than seaming. Thepattern is written for seed stitch for lots of knit-purl practice. We'll show you how to do variations on that theme as well. Try this with the new ultra soft Ella Rae DK Merino Superwash for incredible comfort and stitch definition. Bring size 6 needles and up to 6 buttons. The class is free with purchase of 1 hank of the recommended yarn, which will make 2 hats.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here.
Supported Spindle Lessons- November 19th
Making yarn is fun and easy with a Supported Spindle. Meet Teresa Beck on Saturday, November 19th, and sit down for a lesson in what is sure to become your favorite new skill! Spindles and fiber available at the shop. $20 lesson fee. Call in advance to schedule your individual instruction.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here.
School Spirit Hat- November 21st, 11am
School Spirit Hat can be made in 1 or 2 colors. Worked in a tube and then learn the Three Needle Bind Off to close, this is a fun and easy hat, a good choice for your first project knitted in the round. Bring a size 8 - 16" circular needle and a stitch marker. The class is free with the purchase of 1 ball of Uptown Worsted or Encore Worsted, economical easy care yarns.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here.
Clamber Hat- November 25, 11am
The Clamber Hat features easy cables. Take your hat knitting to the next level with this great design element and learn the no-cable-needle-cable method. Add another cable to the brim, or leave it off. One ball of Cascade Longwood Sport will make this gorgeous hat. The class is free with purchase of yarn.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click
here
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Elf Hat-
November 28th, 11am
For those elves in your midst, the Elf hat is a fun and easy accessory. Make the curling tip as long as you want! No purling, just cast on and knit. One hank of Rustic Tweed will make several, or substitute any worsted weight yarn. Here's a hint, select an easy care superwash wool forwarmth and long wear.
For more information, call 859-986-3832 or click here.
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Water Color Class with the Berea Arts Council
The Berea Arts Council announced their next six-week Watercolor Class for Beginner and Intermediate painters starts Wednesday, November 2nd and continues thru December 14th (skipping Nov. 23rd!). It meets from 6pm to 8pm in the Broadway Center in the Artisan Village.
The instructor is local artist Bob Berger. To download the registration form go to the BAC website:
Or visit the BAC gallery in Old Town Artisan Village, 139 N. Broadway, Berea. Call for more information - 859-985-9317.
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Visual Arts Academy
Artists from all levels are invited to attend the Visual Arts Academy from the Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen.
From painting to bead work, everyone is sure to find something they will enjoy.
Come on out with family and friends for your next art adventure!
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Art Exhibits and Demonstrations
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Berea Arts Council Exhibits
"The Door Transformed"-Through November 12th
Artists were asked to think "beyond the door" to create innovative and exciting new images and concepts for this exhibit. Artists received a wooden door to transform into a work of art. BAC partnered with Madison/Clark County Habitat for Humanity and the City of Berea for this exhibit, who donated the doors for this project. The exhibit is at the BAC gallery 139 N. Broadway, Berea.
Door pictured is by Alyce Grover .
"Original Art...Original Gift"- November 18th-December 31st
Artist Reception November 18th, 5:30pm
This exhibit offers an artful alternative for giving the gift of original art at affordable prices! The artist reception for this exhibit is on November 18th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. The community is invited to attend the reception!
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Kentucky Artisan Center Exhibits and Demonstrations
"Have a Seat: Chairs by Kentucky Artisans"
Now through February 2017
Kentucky artists have submitted their entries and this new exhibit looks to be an exciting one!
Chairs by 29 artists will be displayed and for sale, with 10 participating artists new to
the center.
Artists have created chairs using a variety of materials and have also re-purposed existing chairs into colorful new works. Chairs both large and small will show a wide range of artistic imagination and interpretation with some chairs functional and others purely whimsical and visual.
"Kentucky Clay: A Continuing Tradition"
Now through December 31st
Beginning with the origins of clay and early objects made from clay, the exhibit shows the development of tools and processes used in ceramics. Through text, photos and
objects, the scope of Kentucky ceramics is covered from early Native American pottery shards, to today's contemporary ceramic works.
"Reveal: Monica Pipia"
Now through November 12th
Large paintings and new limited edition prints by artist Monica Pipia are now on display in a kick-off showcase of large format works at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
Reveal is a new Center program that provides exhibition opportunities for Kentucky artists whose larger two-dimensional works cannot be accommodated within the center's regular retail spaces.
Saturday Tours and Demonstrations
November 5th
-Steve Scherer, of Edmonton, will demonstrate his unique glass ornaments from 10:30am to 3:30pm at the Center.
Using an oxygen-gas torch and his own hand-colored borosilicate glass, Scherer creates Christmas ornaments by encasing his handmade animals and birds with clear glass. A sphere is blown from a piece of glass tubing and the finished glass animal is inserted and attached. The opening is then gathered together and sealed with a loop for hanging.
November 12th
-Marlene Dennis, of Louisville, will demonstrate her stained glass ornaments from 10:30am to 3:30pm at the Center.
Marlene states that once she started learning to do stained glass, she was hooked. Having always loved glass, crystals and natural stones, she found that with stained glass the possibilities were endless.
-The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea will offer visitors free guided tours through the center's gallery exhibit, "Have a Seat: Chairs by Kentucky Artisans" and the lobby exhibits, "Kentucky Clay: A Continuing Tradition" and "Reveal: Monica Pipia."
These free, guided exhibit tours will be led by Kentucky Artisan Center staff who will talk about the exhibits, the artists and individual works. Staff will answer questions about the techniques and various processes used and the objects featured. Tours will be given at 11am and again at 2pm.
November 19th
-Three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate a variety of woodcarving styles and techniques from 10:30am to 3:30pm at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
Members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers live in many communities in central Kentucky, and their activities include carving classes, carving demonstrations at schools, monthly Kentucky Artisan Center demonstrations and special events.
November 26th
-Ann Klem, of Fisherville, will create Lampworked glass beads with a torch from 10:30am to 3:30pm at the center.
Klem draws most of her inspiration from her love of strong color and from images in her environment where she looks for patterns in nature. Working with the hot glass at an oxygen-propane torch, she gathers colored and clear glass onto her mandrel to layer and shape the beads she needs to complete an idea for a piece of finished jewelry.
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Also on Saturday, Nov. 26, the musical group Raison D'Etre will perform holiday music from 11am. to 2pm. at the Center. Recordings by this trio are regularly available at the Kentucky Artisan Center and their close harmonies and spirited renditions of holiday music set the tone for holiday shopping.
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Dracula: The New World (World Premier)
November 2nd-5th 8pm
Spotlight Playhouse (Churchill's)
100 Churchill Ct.
On the run, Dracula finds himself thousands of miles away from Europe as he looks for a fresh start away from those who pursue him. His own arrogance once again does him in. This fast paced high-intensity thriller is sure to be an audience favorite this season and may become a regular each season. Rated PG.
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EKCCC Concert
November 16th
Berea Arena Theater
1835 Big Hill Rd
"Four Shillings Short"
This event is bound to be a fun time for all!
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A Holiday Musical
November 25th-26th 8pm
November 27th 2pm
Spotlight Playhouse (Churchill's)
100 Churchill Ct.
Spend some family time at the Playhouse after a day of holiday shopping with this lighthearted and endearing comedy. Rated G.
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Berea WoodSongs at the Tavern
November 3rd 7pm
Boone Tavern
100 Main St. North
Berea College proudly presents Berea Hometown WoodSongs Coffeehouse at the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant of Berea College - A Village Trough Production
Featuring:
The Local Honeys
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The Handshake Deals
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Melody Youngblood
Doors open at 6pm. Show starts promptly at 7pm. Cash Bar. Dinner & Drink Specials. Acoustic Music.
$20 Preferred Seating (Tables & Chairs)
$10 Theater Style Seats
Reservations Available by calling 859-985-3700 or stopping by the Boone Tavern Front Desk
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Berea College Student Concerts
Graduating Student Recital
November 18th, 8pm
Gray Auditorium, Berea College
Berea College student performance .This event is free and open to the public to enjoy!
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Last Thursday at Herb and Willow
November 24th 7pm-10pm
Herb and Willow
136 N. Broadway
An evening of good drinks, good treats, good friends, and great music.
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Jammin' on the Porch
Thursday 7pm-9pm
Russel Acton Folk Center (weather seasonal location)
212 W. Jefferson St.
A family friendly jam session at the Berea Tourism Welcome Center. Enjoy the good weather and good music with family and friends! It's an event you won't forget.
Call 800-598-5263 or go to
visitberea.com for more information, and weather location.
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3rd Friday Contra Dance
November 18th 8pm
128 N. Broadway
Above the Old Town Candy Kitchen
The new school year brings us a new series of 3rd Friday contra dances at Chez Moi, our "fine home and dancehall" above the Old Town Fudge Shop (directions below). Come to the left side of the building and ascend. The dance runs from 8pm-11pm before devolving into fun and merriment of all sorts till the wee hours. Calling is by a cavalcade of volunteers, and music is by ... YOU! Bring your instruments and calling cards - you get in FREE! The rest are in for the low low price of $3.
No partner or experience is needed. All dances are taught first and then prompted. We change partners after every dance, and are especially welcoming to new dancers! If you get winded, there are seven miles of sofas and a table-full of food and drinks to revive you. Root around for the Ramekin of Recompense and drop in a few dinero if you can.
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4th Saturday Contra Dance
November 26th, 7:30
212 Jefferson St.
Beginners dance starts at 7:30pm with the main event running 8pm-11pm.
$8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors!
This is a great night of music and dance for all!
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Berea College Convocations
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Julissa Arce, The American DREAMer: From Undocumented to Wall Street to Immigration Advocate
November 3rd,
3pm
Phelps Stokes Auditorium, Berea College
The American DREAMer: From Undocumented to Wall Street to Immigration Advocate. Julissa Arce is a writer, speaker, social justice advocate and the
author of My (Underground) American Dream. She made national and international
headlines when she revealed that she had built a successful career on Wall Street while
undocumented. Arce shares her story to help bring change to conversations about
immigration and immigration reform.
Dr. Willie Parker, MD, Reproductive Justice in Christian Understanding: New Wine in Old Wine Skins.
November 10th
3pm
Phelps Stokes Auditorium, Berea College
Reproductive Justice in Christian Understanding: New Wine in Old Wine Skins. Many Christians are opposed to abortion, one defining issue of our time. Dr. Parker '86, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, will address what it means to hold onto his Christian identity as a physician who performs abortions and who advocates for reproductive rights in states that provide limited access to care.
Andreas Klein, Unleashing Musical Architecture.
November 17th
8pm
Phelps Stokes Auditorium, Berea College
Unleashing Musical Architecture. German pianist and Juilliard graduate Andreas Klein distinguishes himself as a dynamic and compelling performer with his command of a wide range of tonal colors and imaginative interpretations of classical music. His career as orchestra soloist and recitalist has taken him to the world's most prestigious concert halls-from London's Wigmore Hall to New York's Carnegie Hall. Stephenson Memorial Concert.
Convocations are free and open to the public. Evening programs are dress up.
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Berea Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am-1pm
Tuesdays 3pm-6pm
416 Chestnut St. Across from People's Bank
Want some delicious local foods during your visit to Berea? Don't miss Berea's local farmer's market.
Fresh produce, delicious baked goods, and much more await you at this lovely outdoor market.
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Kentucky Trail Town
Fall is a great time to take a hike in Berea! Beautiful leaves and cooler weather makes for any hikers dream!
Maps to hike or bike some of Berea's awesome trails are located at the Welcome Center at 3 Artist Circle off of North Broadway.
Enjoy scenic views at the Pinnacles or Anglin Falls or take a nice stroll along one of our lovely share use paths through town.
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Berea Parks and Recreation Newsletter
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As always, thank you for following us! We look forward to seeing you here in Berea!
You can find even more information on our website at visitberea.com.
If you have any comments or suggestions, be sure to send them to [email protected].
If you are a community member that would like to submit an event, be sure to submit it at visitberea.com/events so that we can get it out through social media, in our newsletter, and on our webpage calendar.
Dylan Bogard
800-598-5263
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