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“OZ! A Dazzling Musical” Set to Enchant Audiences at Spotlight Playhouse
The Bluegrass Players Community Acting Troupe is proud to present OZ! A Dazzling Musical, directed by Chad Hembree. This enchanting adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s classic story will be performed at the Spotlight Playhouse in Berea, KY, as part of their Sunday Musical Series. Audiences can join Dorothy, Toto, and their lovable companions on an…
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Junie B. Jones The Musical JR: An Unmissable Opportunity for Kids at Spotlight Acting School This Summer
As summer approaches, parents are often on the lookout for exciting and educational activities for their kids. This year, Spotlight Acting School’s production of “Junie B. Jones The Musical JR” offers a fantastic opportunity for children aged 4-11 to learn valuable life skills while having a blast on stage. Celebrating its 20th season, Spotlight Acting…
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“OZ! A Dazzling Musical” Offers “Pay What You Can” Performances at Spotlight Playhouse
The Bluegrass Players Community Acting Troupe is excited to present OZ! A Dazzling Musical, directed by Chad Hembree, at the Spotlight Playhouse in Berea, KY. In keeping with their mission to make performing arts accessible to all, the theater is offering “Pay What You Can” performances for each Friday show, allowing patrons to set their…
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Great exercises for people who hate the gym
If you’re one of the many people who hate going to the gym, don’t worry – you’re not alone. In fact, according to a study by Statista, only about 23 percent of Americans say they enjoy going to the gym. So what can you do if you want to get in shape but don’t like…
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Ten Tips That Will Make Your Home Comfortable This Winter
1. Keep the humidity in your home at a comfortable level 2. Adjust your thermostat to keep it cool and dry 3. Insulate your pipes with foam insulation or wrap them in heat tape 4. Put up storm windows, doors, or at least plastic coverings around drafty windows and doors 5. Install attic insulation for…
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Grocery Shopping in Berea, KY 2021: Which store is the best for you?
Grocery Shopping in Berea, KY 2021: Which store is the best for you? If you are fortunate enough to have lived in Berea for the last 30 years you can remember a vastly different place with many grocery shopping options. At one point Berea had a Food Town, IGA, Piggly Wiggly (Pic Pac), Wal-Mart, Save-A-Lot,…
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High School Musical 2 Auditions Open a Great Story to a New Generation.
Do you recall where you were when the long-awaited sequel to Disney Channel’s blockbuster hit High School Musical 2 premiered? If you are in that age group, you know about “What Time is It?” from the opening line (“summer… summer… summer…”), to the pool party finale of “High School Musical 2,” which defined summer for…
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Vendors are wanted for the 2021 Spotlight Fall Fair and Monster Mash.
The Spotlight Playhouse located at 214 Richmond Road in Berea, KY is once again hosting its Fall Fair on October 29th and 30th. This outside event is free to the public and drew over 500 participants plus many more children trick or treaters in 2020. This year’s event is sure to be even larger and…
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10 questions to ask before you buy a bicycle
Whether you are a casual cycling enthusiast or a competitive racer, everyone should own a bike in Berea. Cycling is a great form of exercise, and it’s also enjoyable to get around town on two wheels. Berea offers many miles of smooth and level bike trails, off-road paths, and safe biking lanes. However, not all…
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How to Stay Healthy When Eating Fast Food
We all know that fast food is bad for us. But do you ever find yourself craving a greasy burger or salty fries? Maybe it’s the taste, maybe it’s convenience, but most of the time if we are honest with ourselves it is because we are really hungry. If this sounds like you then check…
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A Guide to the Owsley Fork Lake Near Berea
Owsley Fork Lake is a picturesque lake in Berea, Kentucky. It’s surrounded by natural beauty and recreational opportunities for various kinds of outings. The water that fills the lake comes from springs and rain collected in the nearby 1300-acre drainage basin. It produces over 650 million gallons of water annually. Why is Owsley Fork Lake…
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Wisdom can come from the darndest places
Darrell Harrison plays Elwood P. Dowd in Mary Chase’s family comedy HARVEY. Performing here with John Harter who plays Dr. Chumley. For the past month, Harvey has been rehearsing at the Spotlight Playhouse and it is amazing how a play that was written in the 1940s still has relevant wisdom. The play is based on…
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3 reasons why you should hike Berea this fall
Hiking in Berea during the fall provides an opportunity for a new experience and great scenery. Here are three reasons why you should pack up your gear this fall and head out on a trail: 1) Fall colors provide incredible views, 2) The weather is perfect- not too hot or cold so you can enjoy…
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Who decorates for fall, and do you do it before Halloween or in November?
Who decorates for fall, and do you do it before Halloween or in November? This is a real question that I have pondered for years. Eventually, I landed on a routine at Hembree Haus and we have quite a bit of fun with it. I know there is a range of opinions on this subject,…
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The Top Places to Pig Out in Berea
Berea, Kentucky is known for its arts and crafts, but it also has plenty of good food to offer visitors. While the Berea food offerings are plentiful sometimes the portions are not, so the next time a big craving hits you, here are the top places to pig out in Berea. 1. The Smokehouse Grill…
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8 simple steps to help you achieve something new
It’s a myth that only highly intelligent people are creative. In fact, research shows that once you get beyond an I.Q. of about 120, which is just a little above average, intelligence and creativity are not at all related. That means that even if you’re no smarter than most people, you still have the potential…
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Acting improves students’ memory, focus, and test scores
Parents should make sure their children act in school plays because a new study has found acting may have academic benefits. The research led by Professor Linda Espin from the Department of Psychology at the University of Sydney showed that students who acted in school plays had significantly higher marks than students who did not.…
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Good Music Returns to the Spoonbread Stage in 2021
The Spoonbread Festival is returning to Berea in 2021 and with it, the Stage is once again set for some good music. Musicians scheduled to appear included Kristi Miller, Blind Ricky, Elvis Cocktail, Paint Creek Band, Bourbon Branch, Branch Water Kin, New Developments, Silver Creek Band, Call to Post, and Little E. Each year, The…
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Halloween preparations are already underway at the Spotlight Playhouse
Halloween preparations are already underway at the Spotlight Playhouse where shows auditions begin Sunday. This year the Playhouse will be presenting three plays and a Monster Mash festival. The first play is Legend of Sleepy Hollow and follows the antics of the sheepish Icabod Crane as he tries to win the hand of Katrina Van…
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What are ADU’s and Why is Berea Watching the Trend?
Berea like many cities across the US is experiencing a change in living styles. One of these changes comes by the way of a detached ADU or an Accessory Dwelling Unit. Detached ADU’s are not a new concept entirely but are a modern adaptation of the “in-laws” quarters or the above garage apartment. The idea…