Monday, November 28, 2016

Christmas at the Library


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Christmas at the Shelby County Library
Sunday, December 4
1:00 to 3:30

Pictures with Santa
Holiday Music
Write letters to Santa (he may even write back!)
Make reindeer food
Listen to Christmas stories
Refreshments
and more!

The Shelby County Library is such a beautiful place, especially around Christmas. If you've never been to Christmas at the Library, you must try to attend this year. The staff does such a wonderful job and is always so friendly. It has become an annual Christmas tradition for my family!

See other fun events happening at the Shelby County Library by clicking here!


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Check out all the other fun Holiday events happening in Shelby County here
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Monday, November 21, 2016

Shelby Christmas Tree Farm & Nursery

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The Shelby Christmas Tree Farm and Nursery opens on Thanksgiving Day (10am to 6pm)! They will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday as well this week. They will then be open on weekends until Christmas!

It is located at 175 McDaniels Road in Shelbyville.

There are 5 species to choose from: Scotch Pine, White Pine, Austrian Pine, Norway Spruce, Douglas Fir!
You and your family can choose the perfect tree and cut it down yourself! Hand saws are available, and they will assist with cutting if needed.

Hot chocolate, apple cider, and treats will also be available!
Sounds like a perfect family tradition in the making!

Read the story of how this Christmas tree farm came to be here!

Saturday- 10 am to dusk
Sunday- 1 pm to dusk

Follow them on Facebook and Twitter!


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Tuesday, November 15, 2016

10 Places to Play Outside in Shelby County with your kids

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10. Your own backyard :)

Which is your favorite?

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Friday, November 11, 2016

Veteran's Day Freebies

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We are so appreciative to all the men and women who have served our county or are currently serving. We compiled a list of businesses in the Shelby County area who are honoring veterans and active military with freebies this Veteran's Day (November 11, 2016). 


Bob Evans- Veterans and active duty members can enjoy a free meal on their limited menu (six choices available) on November 11, 2016. 

CattlemansVeterans and active duty members can enjoy a free lunch entree (up to $10) from 11 am to 2 pm on November 11, 2016. 

Little Ceasars- Free $5 Hot and Ready lunch combo between 11 am and 2 pm for all veterans and active duty members on November 11, 2016. 

Cracker Barrel- Free double chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake on November 11, 2016 for all veterans and active duty members. Dine in only. 

White Castle- Free Breakfast Combo or Castle Combo Meal #1-6.

Beauty Pro's Salon & Boutique (802 Washington Street, Shelbyville)- Free haircut for veterans on November 11, 2016. Call 991-3275 for more details.

Great Clips- Veterans get a free haircut on November 11, 2016. Anyone who gets a haircut on November 11 will get a coupon for a free haircut to give to a veteran (doesn't expire until the end of the year). 


*Most of these restaurants require a proof of service or military ID to get the freebie. Some may require you to dine in to earn the freebie. There are other restaurants in the Louisville area offering free meals (Aplebees, Chilis, Hooters, IHOP, Olive Garden, Red Robin, and more).


Thank you again for your service! 
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Thursday, November 10, 2016

Starbucks Deal

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Here's a great deal for all the Starbucks lovers out there!
The only Starbucks in Shelby County is located inside the Kroger on Boone Station Road. 

Buy any one Holiday drink at Starbucks between 2 and 5 pm November 10 through November 14 and get one FREE to share with a friend! Holiday drinks include Peppermint Mocha, Gingerbread Latte, Caramel Brulee Latte, Chestnut Praline, Eggnog Latte, Joy brewed tea, Sweet Cream Narino 70 Cold Brew, and Holiday Spice Flat White. You can get them hot, iced, or frozen. 
Yum! 
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