31st annual event invites community to honor loved ones during the holiday season RICHMOND, KY — The holidays bring joy and celebration, but for many families, they also bring the profound absence of loved ones who are no longer here. For 31 years, Hospice Care Plus has offered the community a meaningful way to honor…

BEREA, KY – The Berea Art Crawl returns Saturday, November 22, inviting residents and visitors to explore over 20 galleries and businesses across town for a free evening of art, music, and community celebration. Presented by the Berea Arts Council, the event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. and features local art, handmade crafts, live…

BEREA, KY – Berea College’s Homecoming Weekend will fill the air with music this Friday through Sunday, featuring five free musical events showcasing the college’s diverse ensembles and welcoming alumni back to campus. The musical celebration begins Friday evening and continues through Sunday evening, offering performances ranging from Appalachian folk traditions to gospel music, classical…

BEREA, KY – The Spotlight Playhouse presents “Faith, Laughter, and Love: A Christmas Celebration” opening Friday, November 21, offering audiences two complete shows in one evening on select dates through November 30. The Bluegrass Players production features both side-splitting comedy and touching drama, combining “Black and Blue Friday” and “The Gift of the Magi” in…

RICHMOND, KY – Eastern Kentucky University Choirs will present “Deck the Halls!” on Friday evening, offering an evening of traditional and contemporary holiday selections to kick off the holiday season. The annual holiday concert, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on November 21 in the Keen Johnson Ballroom on EKU’s campus, features EKU choral ensembles performing festive…

RICHMOND, KY – Eastern Kentucky University’s Wind Ensemble and Concert Band will present a concert of wind band literature Thursday evening at the EKU Center for the Arts. The performance, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 20, features two of the university’s premier instrumental ensembles under the direction of Dr. Rebekah Daniel, EKU’s Director…

BEREA, KY – The Spotlight Playhouse is transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season with six distinct Christmas productions spanning mid-November through mid-December. From nostalgic 1940s radio shows to interactive dinner theater mysteries, the diverse lineup offers something for every family’s holiday tradition. The ambitious holiday season kicked off November 14 and continues through…

BEREA, KY – Every Wednesday morning at the Madison County Public Library, something remarkable happens: the quiet hum of a public library is joined by the soft scrape of carving knives, the gentle rasp of sandpaper, and the lively sound of a fiddle. Welcome to Woodcarver Wednesday, a weekly gathering where talented woodcarvers from around…

BEREA, KY – If you’ve ever wondered what horses, hounds, and husbands have in common, two Kentucky artists have the answer: they all make excellent subjects for a painting. Lesa Aker and Sharon Matisoff are bringing more than 35 original oil and pastel works to the Kentucky Artisan Center in Berea for Manes, Muzzles &…

BEREA, KY – November brings a full calendar of live music to Berea College, with nine free concerts showcasing student talent across a wide range of musical styles and traditions. From classical recitals to gospel, bluegrass to mariachi, the college’s music department is opening its doors—and its stages—to the community throughout the month, with performances…

BEREA, KY – When it comes to holiday shopping, Berea offers something most big-box stores can’t: one-of-a-kind gifts made by hand, right here in Kentucky’s Folk Arts and Crafts Capital. From handwoven textiles and pottery to jewelry, glass art, and locally made candles, Berea’s shops and galleries are packed with treasures you won’t find anywhere…

BEREA, KY – On Friday, November 14, the Berea Chamber of Commerce will officially welcome Modern Zen Candle Company to the community with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the shop’s Center Street location. The celebration, scheduled for noon at 110 Center Street (next door to Papa Leno’s), marks a milestone for owner and maker Jennifer,…

Two Ways to Help Neighbors Facing Food Insecurity This November The Berea Food Bank is calling on the community for support through two important November initiatives: the annual fund drive running through November 22 and the 4th Annual Better Together 5K on November 22. Both efforts support vital services that help hundreds of Berea families…

Advanced Students Transform Holiday Classic Into Spellbinding Theater Experience The Spotlight Acting School presents Charles Dickens’ timeless tale A Christmas Carol for two weekends in November, bringing the magic of redemption and the spirit of Christmas to Berea audiences. Performances run November 14-16 and November 21-23 at The Spotlight Playhouse. This beloved holiday classic follows…

Two Festive Evenings of Creativity This November Get ready to brighten your home for the holidays with two special ceramic paint parties at Just Love Coffee Cafe in Berea. Paint Parties Plus is hosting back-to-back creative evenings where participants can create custom holiday decorations to light up their season. Both events take place on Tuesday…

BEREA, KY – On Tuesday, November 11, at 11 a.m., Berea will pause to honor those who served. American Legion Post 50 of Berea is hosting its annual Veterans Day ceremony, a tradition that brings the community together to say a simple but powerful “thank you” to the men and women who wore the uniform.…

BEREA, KY – There’s something magical about opening your front door and seeing a handmade wreath hanging there—especially when you made it yourself. On Saturday, November 15, the Berea Arts Council is hosting a Holiday Wreath Workshop where participants will spend three cozy hours learning to craft their own one-of-a-kind grapevine wreaths. Led by artist…

Young Performers Ages 14-18 Invited to Bring Disney Magic to Life Do you want to build a snowman? Spotlight Acting School is holding auditions this Saturday for Disney’s Frozen Jr., inviting young performers ages 14-18 to bring the beloved story of Elsa, Anna, and the kingdom of Arendelle to the Berea stage. Auditions take place…

BEREA, KY – When you’re a college student in 2025, balancing classes, work, and a social life is challenge enough. Now imagine adding a 2,400-year-old Greek tragedy to your to-do list. That’s exactly what students at Berea College are doing this week as they bring Sophocles’ Antigone to the stage at the Jelkyl Drama Center.…

Berea School Recognized for Exceptional Academic Performance and Innovation Farristown Middle School has been selected as one of only 11 schools statewide to receive Kentucky Spotlight School recognition from the Kentucky Department of Education. The honor highlights the school’s exceptional academic performance, innovative teaching practices, and commitment to student success. Located at 751 Farristown Industrial…