Winter Library Fun

The Shelby County Library is such a wonderful place! There's always so much to do there. Here's some of the fun activities going on this Winter at the library. 

Story Time:
Tuesdays 10 & 11
Wednesdays 10 & 11
Thursdays (Baby Story time) 10 & 11

Lego Club:
November 30 at 4 pm
December 28 at 4 pm
January 25 at 4 pm

February 22 at 4 pm

Stress Free Hour:Wednesdays and Fridays 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Puzzles, coloring, knitting, scrapbooking, Scrabble, and Mahjong. Supplies provided. You can also bring your own things.
Christmas at the Library is December 9th from 10am-noon

Uniquely U Painting (adults 18+) is December 16 from 10 am to 12 pm. Paint and instruction is free (registration required), but you do need to bring a 16 x 20 canvas.

Yoga is on Mondays from 12-1pm, Thursdays from 1-2pm (for seniors). Bring your mats - it's free
Zumba is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 pm for adults - it's free
Nia is on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm - it's free

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Kaleidoscopes Indoor Playground

Kaleidoscopes Indoor Playground is located at 525 Main Street in Shelbyville. It's a two story indoor playground that has a Lego  room, music wall, pretend diner/kitchen area, horizontal rock wall, train table, slides, and more! The price of admission is only $6 for unlimited play. There's also a restaurant, Laughing Leo's, located in the back. When we go we like to play for awhile, take a break to eat, and then play some more.

They host Nerf Wars that kids love so keep tabs on their Facebook page for dates or click here.

Kaleidoscopes has lots of fun planned for indoor fun for kids 12 and under. They offer parties, camps and more. They were closed for a short time but they are back open after making some changes.

Open Play Sessions: $6 per child

Tuesday: 10am-1pm

Tuesday: 4pm-7pm

Friday: 10am-1pm

Friday: 4pm-7pm

Saturday: 10am-7pm

Open additional times for private parties and events.

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What to do with all that candy....

If your children are like mine they probably had a bucket of candy from community events and school parties before it was even Halloween. Now that Halloween and trick-or-treating is over, that bucket is overflowing! I have to have a game plan as to what we're going to do with it all. Here's a few ideas that may help reduce the candy pile- and possible future dental bill.....

Speaking of dentists, Mortenson Family Dental is giving you a chance to Swap your Treats for a $5 gift card. All you do is bring in at least a sandwich size bag full of candy to any Mortenson, Braces Braces Braces, or Kid's Dentistree through November 18. Mortenson then sends all the candy to troops through Operation Gratitude. One bag per person.

Here are some other ideas:

• This could also be a great opportunity to talk to your child about giving and helping others. My family tries to make shoe boxes every year that are sent to children around the world (Operation Christmas Child). Certain types of candy are allowed to be sent in those boxes. If this is something that your family may be interested in, find more info here. There are local places that may accept candy donations as well, check with local shelters or community centers.
• Keep some for holiday baking or crafts. I'm thinking candy corn turkeys around Thanksgiving time and gingerbread men with M&M eyes and buttons around Christmas. And don't forget about those dozens of sugar cookies that will need to be decorated for your holiday parties.
• Speaking of the holidays.....save some of the candy for stocking stuffers or gifts. Or, save some for goody bags (or a pinata) for an upcoming party. 

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Kid's Class: First Kentuckians

I just love events that combine learning experience for families with fun. When I saw this event by the Kentucky Historical Society, I had to share it. And, it's just down the road in Frankfort.

At the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, there is an exhibit called "A Kentucky Journey" and during this event, kids will learn from this exhibit via hands-on activities. They will do things like Native Americans did things - grind maize, harvest seeds, make clay pots and play the games that Native Americans played.  Kids will also learn what changed for Native Americans once European settlers arrived in the Kentucky area.

The event is called "First Kentuckians" and takes place on November 4 from 10:30 am-noon at 100 W Broadway St, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601. The event is geared toward children ages 6-12. This is a great event if your child is studying Kentucky history or Native American history in school.  It is $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional child.  You do need to register because they have limited space.  The number is 502-564-1792, ext. 4408.  You will be asked to pay when you arrive and check in at the front desk of the center.

You can keep tabs on the Kentucky Historical Society Facebook page too - to watch for upcoming events!

~Stephanie

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Fall Break Camps

Need childcare over Fall Break? Kids restless and need a change of scenery?
We've got you covered with these great options!

Shelby County Parks C3 Holiday Camp
at Clear Creak Park (FAC)
Starting at $25/day per child
They will need lunch, drink and swim attire
7:30 am to 6 pm
Call 633-5059 for more info!

Gogh Crazy
Fall Break Kids Camp - art fun!
October 16-20 10am-4pm
$30/day per child or $7/hour

The Discovery Gym has some options - give them a call to learn more.

Remember, if not sending your kids to camp, the Shelby County Library has a lot to offer for free fun!

If you know of any other Fall Break camps in the area we will gladly add them to our list. Simply email info@louisvillefamilyfun.net. Thanks!

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Fall Festivals in Shelby County

Shelby County is the place to be in the Fall! Check out  all the fun things already scheduled! There will be so many more added as we get closer to the cooler weather!

Simpsonville Fall Festival
September 9
Live music, parade, vendors, pageant, food, and more!

7am-10am: Purnell Sausage Country Breakfast
7am-10am: Live Entertainment
9am-7pm: Concessions

9am start: Flag Football & Cheer Jamboree

8am-6pm: Vendor Booths
10:30am-7pm: Food Booth
11am-1pm: The Habit
1pm-2pm: Parade
2pm-6pm: Nascar Pit Stop Simulator
2pm-6pm: Inflatables & Carnival Games
2pm-6pm: Pony Rides
2pm-6pm: Cake Walk
2pm-6pm Car Cruise
2pm-2:15pm: Miss Simpsonville & Court presentation
2pm-6pm: Live Music
6pm-8pm: Kids Pre-Movie DJ Dance party and contests
Dusk: Free Movie in the Park (Sing)

Taste & Tunes
September 14, 5-7:30 pm
Shelby County Fairgrounds
Featuring local music & local food
$20/ person

Shelby County Good Neighbor Tour

September 16, 9-4 pm

Come tour 9 farms in Shelby County for FREE!

7 hours of fun on the farms!

Woofstock 2017

September 16 10am-3pm
Red Orchard Park
Pooch fashion show, barn hunt, bounce house, vendors, music, raffles, & more!

2017 Pumpkin Run at Gallrein Farms
September 23 - race at 9am (check-in starts at 7am)
Benefits Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Participants get a free pumpkin and if you register early, you get a free shirt.
Fun for the entire family - 5k/3k
Stay after the race to enjoy fun on the farm!
There are awards for the 5k race but not the 3k race

Finchville Fall Festival

September 23 & 24
Location- Finchville Ruritan Building
Parade, vendors, activities, food, & more!

Spencer County Octoberfest
October 7
Crafts, vendors, food, music, and parade!

Cornerstone Christian Academy's Fall Festival
October 6, 5:30-8:30
Spaghetti dinner, vendor booths, kid activities, face painting, photo booth, contests, and more!
Public is welcome, free admission

The Highfalutin Vintage & Antique Southern Market
at the Shelby County Fairgrounds
October 21, 9-5 pm
October 22, 11-5 pm
Food trucks, live music, craft beers
$5 admission for adults

Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and fun fall festivities!


We know there's lots more fun festivals that will be added as we get closer to Fall! If you know of any other Fall Festivals in Shelby County, please email kimberly@louisvillefamilyfun.net and we will gladly update our list! Thanks!

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High School Football in Shelby County

Are you ready for some football?

Shelby County High School Schedule

All games played at 7:30 unless otherwise noted

August 25 vs.Atherton

September 1 vs. Meade County

September 8 @ North Bullitt

September 15 vs. Bullitt East

September 22 @ Franklin County 

October 6 @ North Oldham

October 13 vs. Spencer County High School

October 20 vs. Collins High School

October 27 @ South Oldham

Collins High School Schedule
All games played at 7:30 unless otherwise noted

August 25 vs. Moore

September 1 @ Ballard

September 8 @ Oldham County

September 15 vs. Boyle County

September 22 @ Spencer County 

September 29 vs. Franklin County

October 13 vs. North Oldham

October 20 @ Shelby County

October 27 vs. Pulaski County

Go Rockets! Go Titans!

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Live Music in Shelby County!

Here's a list of some upcoming live music events happening in Shelby County! 

Jammin' at Jeptha Creed takes place on Friday nights starting at around 5pm.
They have a live band, local food trucks and cocktails for the adults. 
Of course, you can go and simply enjoy the music.

Taste & Tunes
September 14, 5-7:30 pm
Shelby County Fairgrounds
Featuring local music & local food
$20/ person

Simpsonville Fall Festival
September9
Live music, parade, vendors, pagent, food, and more!


Smith-Berry Winery Dinner Concert Series
See Schedule and ticket info here
Purchase tickets online or call 888-845-7091

Live Music at Talon Winery
You can bring a picnic!
Every Friday at 6 pm
Every Saturday at 4 pm
See schedule here.


We'll update our list as we learn of more live music events. If you know of any, you can email info@louisvillefamilyfun.net and we will gladly add it to our list! Thanks!

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Upcoming Library Events

Craft Day for Kids
August 12, 10-11:30
Lots of fun painting and sculpting!

American Girl Club
August 14, 4 pm
September 11, 4 pm
Story, craft, snack!
Preschool-5th grade

Stuffed Animal Sleep Over
Drop off your animal August 18 during regular library hours.
Watch social media to see what your stuffed animal is up to!

Eclipse Viewing Party
August 21, Noon-3 pm
Games, music, and food on the front lawn
They will have special glasses to view the sun!
*Register at 633-3803

Princess and Pirate Tea Party
August 26, 11 am
Come dressed as a princess or pirate and enjoy tea and snacks!
*Register at 633-3803

Lego Club
September 28, 4 pm
Preschool through 5th grade

Come play and build with legos!

 

Story Hour starts in September!!

Tuesdays 10 and 11

Wednesdays 10 and 11

 

Baby Story Time (Birth through 2) Thursdays 10 and 11

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Bluegrass Summer Nights

 

The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass will have live bluegrass bands playing this summer as part of their Bluegrass Summer Nights event. Every Thursday from July 13 to August 3 a national or local bluegrass band will play in center court from 6 to 8 pm.

July 13- Ralph Stanley II and the Clinch Mountain Boys
July 20- The Michelle Canning Band
July 27- Michael Cleveland and Brian Allen
August 3- The Kevin Prater Band

Sounds like a great time to shop and take in some wonderful tunes!

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Blues-End Farm U-Pick Blueberries in Shelbyville

The 2017 picking season is just about ready! (6/5/17)

My family and I went on the Shelby County Farm Tour one year and came across Blues-End Farm. The farm is owned by Ruth and Doug Welch and is located off Ky Highway 55 and Hooper Station Road.
There are direction on the bottom of their website.

I was so excited to learn that they have u-pick blueberries! 

I just read that the blueberries for this season are just about ready for picking! The berries last year were $2.80/pound. 

Here's a list of the different types of blueberries they grow and when they should be ready for picking. 

Patriot (June 12-25)

Blueray (June 12-22)

Jersey (June 18-July 1)

Bluecrop (June 16-July 1)

Olympia (July 1-July 15)

Read more about each of these types here. 

Call 889-7018 to set up a time for you and your family to go pick some blueberries!

PS- They also make maple syrup! We purchased some during the farm tour- yum!

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Daylily Daze in Finchville!

2017 Daylily Daze will be June 23 & 24 from 10 to 5!

Finchville Daylily Gardens is a great place to purchase locally grown Daylilies. This family business has been running for over 18 years now! They have 600 different varieties of daylilies on 5 acres!

During peak bloom, the garden is open for Daylily Daze. Everyone is invited to come see these beautiful, fragrant flowers. My husband and I stopped by to check it out last year. We were amazed at all the varieties available and how beautiful everything was. We picked out a few to take home for our yard. Not only do they have flowers, but they have several water features as well. They have some tables and chairs set up next to some of the water features that allows you to sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Everyone was very helpful and friendly.

If you have a chance, go and see these beautiful flowers for yourself, and maybe purchase one or two to take home. You can pick up some already potted, or you can fill out an order form and they will dig them up for you to pick up later. We bought one already potted, and my daughters love going out everyday and seeing the new blooms.

If you can't stop by, you can shop online and order flowers that will be freshly dug the day of ordering. All the ordering information, including selection and prices, can be found at their online store. There is also a lot of information about how to plant, grow, and care for your daylily.

I love supporting local businesses in Shelby County, and this family business is another great one!





By: Kimberly

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