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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

Mantises are usually green, brown, or grey in color. They have triangular heads with elbowed antennae, large compound eyes that pivot sideways (giving them nearly 360-degree vision), and a flat body. The praying mantis is named for the way its front limbs are held together in a prayer-like posture that gives them great camouflage. While…

The play Harvey by Mary Chase is a classic that has been revived and will be playing at the Spotlight Playhouse in September. Written in 1944, the play is about Elwood P. Dowd and his friend Harvey. The problem is that Harvey only reveals himself to a limited few so most people think Elwood talks…

Berea has a wonderful selection of venues to host your next birthday party. From crossing those monumental thresholds, like the big 50, or a simple small venue to keep the mess out of your house these are the top places to get your party started. The Dinner Bell – The Dinner Bell is a family-style…

  The Little Mermaid opens the Spotlight Acting School’s 18th Season this September. The award-winning musical will showcase some of their best young stars as they take you on an enchanted journey underwater to a world where dreams really can come true, if only for a little while. The show follows the adventures of Ariel,…

Buc-ee’s construction continues on I-75 in Richmond, KY as summer comes to an end. Buc-ee’s is a privately held company headquartered in Lake Jackson, Texas. The chain has been growing rapidly in recent years; as of 2018, it had 44 locations in six states (Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Florida). This will be…