Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 TrainingBridging the Couple Chasm 130 North Broadway, Berea, Kentucky October 5–6, 2026 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Live, In-Person Training Build a Strong Foundation in Couples Therapy Learn the core principles and tools of the Gottman Method, backed by 40+ years of research with over 3,000 couples. Gottman Level […]
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Training – Levels 1 & 2Complete Clinical Training | Foundations to Advanced Practice Berea, Kentucky October 5–9, 2026 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Live, In-Person Training From Foundations to Advanced Couples Work — In One Integrated Experience Attend Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 together for a complete, research-based clinical framework […]
Join Megan Fitzpatrick in this 5- day class covering how to build an Anarchist's Tool Chest. Class Description: Aside from a workbench, a sturdy tool chest is one of the most important things to have in your shop. It organizes and protects your tools from damage, rust and loss. While many woodworkers have attempted to […]
AUDITIONS: OCTOBER 6, 2026; 7PM Forget everything you know about Jekyll and Hyde… this isn't it! The Spotlight Playhouse is holding auditions for Hyde, Dr. Jekyll, Hyde, a laugh-out-loud melodrama loosely (very VERY loosely) inspired by the classic character. Auditioners will cold read and should be comfortable with physical comedy, audience participation and interaction, thinking […]
Have you explored all of the Berea College Forest? Maybe you have but you’d like to learn more while you do?Join us for a group hike every Saturday to experience the wonders the forest has to offer.Please bring water and wear appropriate clothing for hiking. The destination will be decided by the group. All trails […]
We will hike together up to Bluegrass Overlook to see what we can explore. This is an opportunity to meet new friends and have a good time outdoors. Open to families with homeschoolers and students on their Fall Break! *Not a drop off program *Cancelled in case of inclement weather
The 53rd annual Berea College Celebration of Traditional Music (CTM) will take place on Friday, October 9–Sunday, October 11, 2026, celebrating home-made music as passed on from person to person in the Appalachian Region and the musicians who play it. All events are free to students. Performers for CTM include: • The Brandenberger Family, a […]
Learning with Nature! Join us for a bilingual program for a family activity geared towards elementary ages. We will meet in Memorial Park at 4:30pm. Cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Join us for a hike at the Pinnacle Knob trail to learn about and see the American Chestnut mother orchard on the College forest. The Forestry Department has been managing this orchard and collaborating with the American Chestnut Foundation across multiple states to work towards cultivating a blight-resistant tree.The hike will be 4.3 miles round […]
Join us for a dinner full of mystery, adventure and surprises. Grilled Peach and Heirloom Tomato Salad -grilled georgia peaches, local kentucky heirloom tomatoes, house made ricotta cheese and a balsamic vinegar reduction sauce. Blackened Shrimp -southern collard greens, crispy fried grit cake with blackened shrimp and a cajun butter Chocolate Massacre -deconstructed chocolate cake […]
Don Weber leads this weekend workshop. We'll be learning about steam bending and jigs to build our own firewood carrier. Don Weber, the Bodger of Paint Lick, is a traditional woodworker, furniture and fly-rod maker. We've been lucky to have him leading workshops for the past several years through our traditional craft program. Do not […]
Join us for an interactive theatrical experience following the story of Granny Chestnut, a giant puppet designed by local artist April Morales, as she visits her distant tree relatives the fig tree, piñón pine, and the cherry blossom tree and celebrates their rich history and cultural impact. The audience is invited to walk alongside Granny […]
It's hard to believe that the Fall season is upon us!Get a jump start on it with these adorable ceramics!Pick your favorites and join in the fun!There are limited quantities of each so don't delay!- OCTOBER 13th at Just Love Coffee Cafe in BereaScan the QR Code or register on our website at www.PaintPartiesPlus.com
Join Berea College ecologist, John Abrams, on a guided hike at Anglin Falls. Sign up is required, please email zagrayk@berea.edu . We will meet at the Forestry Outreach Center (2047 Big Hill Rd. Berea, KY) first, then caravan about 15 minutes to Anglin Falls. Anglin Falls is co-managed with the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves […]
The 2nd Annual Old Town Fall Festival returns to Old Town Berea October 16–17 for a weekend of art, pumpkins, and family fun. Highlights include Fire & Fern Glass Studio’s Glass Pumpkin Patch featuring more than 300 handmade glass creations, Maddox Made’s community-created Pumpkin Glow Garden, and Fall Fest After Dark. Enjoy artisan shops, maker […]
Presented by Spotlight Acting SchoolAges: 4–11Directed by Daesha MillerMusic & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez | Book by Jennifer Lee Two Casts — Two WeekendsBlue Cast: October 16–18Purple Cast: October 23–25 Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 6:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm Do you want to build a snowman? Disney’s Frozen KIDS brings Arendelle to […]
Join Amanda Lee Lazorchack of Please Send Word for an afternoon of creating small sweeps! Using colorful hand-dyed fibers, you will learn the foundational techniques to bind hand brooms. We’ll chat about the history of broom making, the significance of the humble object and create a series of small sweeps. This is a great introduction […]
Create a cute and functional fabric vessel to fill with Halloween treats! Participants will choose from Halloween or fall themed fabrics at Old Town Fabric, then stitch up a standing, lined trick or treat bucket. All materials included. Difficulty Level: Intermediate- some experience with a sewing machine needed. Youth Participants: 18+ Additional Information: Please visit […]
A hands-on story time combining reading with cooking. Children read a themed book, help with safe preparation steps, make a simple dish, and record recipes in a food journal. Intended for elementary-age children.
Join the Visitor Center on Friday, October 16th from 5-6pm for a conversation with artist David Cooke. David creates unique hand-turned wooden bowls from fallen trees on the Berea College campus. These works of art are the result of a collaboration with the College’s Urban Forestry team to further their commitment to sustainability. Each bowl […]
Join the Berea College Visitor Center on Friday, October 16th from 5-6pm for a conversation with artist David Cooke. David creates unique, hand-turned wooden bowls from fallen trees on the Berea College campus in partnership with Grounds and Urban Forestry. This talk will provide an opportunity to experience the bowls up close as David shares […]
Come join us at the Berea Arts Council for the book launch of These Dreaming Hills! Edited by Noah Ashley Blooms and published by Appalachian Book Company, this new anthology of speculative fiction celebrates Appalachian landscapes, folklore, and the strange spaces between the ordinary and extraordinary. We hope to see you there! 444 Chestnut St., […]
The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsman is proud to announce our 58th Annual Fall Art Market at the Kentucky Artisan Center on October 17th, from 10am-5pm & October 18th, 10am-4pm! Located in the heart of the folk art capitol of Berea, KY, save the date to experience the finest Kentuckian craftsmanship that the state […]
Come Join Southern Jeep Mafia to Help Raise Funds for Cancer Awareness. All Funds Raised will be Donated to Cancer Awareness to Help those Fighting. We can Make a Difference so Join us for a Great Cause. Entry Fee is $20 per Jeep this will be a Day of Fun with Scenic Ride.. We Look […]
Under the shade of our trees, generations of students have studied, socialized, and grown their careers. Join us for a 45-minute walk to see some of Berea College’s exemplary trees, and learn how we manage and value our urban tree canopy! No registration required. Meet at the Berea College Visitor Center.
A healthy urban tree canopy begins with people. Some cities have thriving canopies, while other cities struggle. Join the Berea College Urban Forestry team for a discussion on policies and practices that promote tree health, how you can advocate for trees, and what you can plant/do as an individual!
Learn about the amazing world of spiders. Make your own spider and craft a web it can call home. Though scary to many, spiders are an essential part of our ecosystem, helping to support food webs and control insect (like mosquito!) populations. Geared towards elementary ages but all welcome.
Come join us at the Forestry Outreach to do Cyanotypes! Cyanotypes are a photographic printing process using the sun’s light to create a negative image. Great for all ages. Cyanotype chemical & paper provided. If you’d like to print on something other than watercolor paper, please bring materials like linen or cotton and plan to […]
October 20th - Casey County Explorers travel to Berea Forest gathering at The Berea College Forestry Outreach Nature Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY at 9:00 am. Casey County Crew departs from the Liberty First Christian Church parking lot at 7:30 for those interested in carpooling. There are many options for all levels and […]
An exhibition of graphite drawings by Mayuko Ono Gray reflecting the influences of traditional Japanese calligraphy and Western drawing. The exhibition runs from October 21 through November 18, 2026.
Email Wendy at warrenw@berea.edu to sign up. We will meet at the bridge in Brushy Fork. Directions here: https://forestryoutreach.berea.edu/trails/brushy-fork/ We live in an age where stressors are all around us–and hope sometimes seems hard to come by. Research is increasingly describing what our bodies need: time together in the natural world we are a part […]
Learn to blow glass and create an acorn perfect for fall! Create your own handblown glass acorn, combining hot glass and color to make a one-of-a-kind fall keepsake. The workshop begins with a brief studio orientation before participants take turns working one-on-one with the instructor to create their piece. Between turns, participants can watch each […]
Make a cute little pumpkin out of glass! Create your own mini handblown glass pumpkin, complete with your choice of colors and a sculpted stem. The workshop begins with a brief studio orientation before participants take turns working one-on-one with the instructor to create their pumpkin. Between turns, participants can watch each piece come to […]
A preschool-focused early-learning community activity presented with local family-resource and 4-H partners. The source provides limited additional program detail.
Craft your own glass pumpkin in a fun, hands-on session with the pros! Create your own handblown glass pumpkin, choosing colors to make your piece uniquely yours. The workshop begins with a brief studio orientation before participants take turns working one-on-one with the instructor to shape and create their pumpkin. Between turns, participants can watch […]
Learn to create a useful fabric basket! Handy for stashing everything from candy to tissues, learn how to stitch up a fabric basket. Participants will choose from a variety of fabrics at Old Town Fabric, then stitch up their own unique fabric basket. All materials included. Difficulty Level: Intermediate- some experience with a sewing machine […]
You’re invited! Join us October 23 from 6 - 8 p.m. for our annual Fall Festival. Wear your costume, bring your treat bag and join us for an evening of family fun, including trick or treating, food trucks, face painting, crafts and a best haunted booth contest. We'll see you there!
A themed figure-drawing session with costumed models. All ages are welcome; beginners and experienced artists can participate in an evening of drawing, learning, and creative practice.
Join The Jenkins Twins, Emily Jamerson and Scott Whiddon for a night of good music and chill hangs at Rebel Rebel Studio Lounge in Berea, KY on October 23. $15 at the door
Hammer and form a pair of decorative and useful hooks! Description: Learn basic blacksmithing skills while using a coal forge to heat metal to craft a pair of hooks. Participants will learn safety, temperature management, and how to control and shape hot metal. Difficulty Level: Beginner Youth Participants: 14+ with registered adult Additional Information: For […]
3-5 Art Crew! Arts, Crafts, & Community — We have open spots for kiddos ages 3-5 to join us for our Tuesday meet-ups. Tuesday afternoon, we will be creating a fall acorn watercolor art piece with lots of fun details! Some spots are still available to join! Message or email to get connected — See […]
'For the love of Pumpkins and everything Fall' Crushed Glass Craft Parties are this month! You asked for more frame choices so here you go!There are 10 great designs to select from! Choose your favorite!We offer over 50 varieties and colors of glass to get creative and make it your own!All supplies are included!Join in […]
1-877-OUR-CURL (1-877-687-2875) features seven Black femme poets whose voices can be heard reading in chorus or individually when the phone number is dialed. Their poems are transliterated into Twist, a custom digital typeface Clark developed with a graphic designer to mimic the natural curl patterns of Black hair. Named by Poet Laureate Rita Dove, Twist […]
We will hike up to the Bluegrass Overlook while developing an inquiry question and learn how to begin exploring that question. Geared towards homeschoolers, middle/high school ages. *Not a drop-off program*Cancelled in case of incelement weather
Learn traditional tole mosaic and grouting techniques, along with two-part epoxy methods, while incorporating found objects and beads to create a unique pumpkin design, supplies included. Tickets: $150 $25 nonrefundable deposit
Join us for an evening of treats, candy, and fellowship! Families can trick-or-treat around our many "trunk-or-treat" booths, all the while not having to worry about the weather or getting kiddos in and out of their car seats. Booths will have both sweet treats and prizes, like Halloween squishies, themed sticky hands, fall bracelets, sticker […]
Learn to capture flora and fauna with paint! Participants will build drawing skills creating individual compositions using provided reference materials, then practice watercolor techniques including color mixing and brush handling. Participants will advance at their own pace and receive individualized instruction as needed. Difficulty Level: All levels Youth Participants: 14+ Additional Information: All supplies are […]
Lean the basics of working with stained glass while creating a spider and web just in time for Halloween. The spider is made with fused glass, and participants will learn the art of copper foiling, soldering and patina to finish their spooky friend! A kit of cut and ground glass pieces are included. Difficulty Level: […]
We’ll be at Hurricanes Martial Arts this Friday, October 30th, from 6–8 PM!Bring the kiddos out for some Halloween fun and grab some good BBQ while you’re there! Hope to see y’all! — at Hurricane Mixed Martial Arts, After School, & Summer Camp-Berea.
The Spotlight Playhouse, KY, 40403Friday, October 23 2026 - Sunday, November 1 2026 The Bluegrass Players presentDirected by Chad Hembree Book by Tim Kelly | Music by Bill Francoeur | Lyrics by Scott DeTurk Performances:October 23, 24 at 8:00pm,Sunday Oct 25 at 4:00pmOctober 30 at 6:30pm,Sunday Nov 1 at 2:00pmNo performance Saturday, October 31 Rating: […]
An Intimate Duo Show : River Shook & Blake Tallent$20 Advance / $25 Day of ShowDoors at 7pm. Music at 8pm. River Shook is an artist in constant evolution, and their new eponymous debut album deserves the listener’s full attention. The songs explode with everything fans came to expect over the last decade of Shook’s […]
Presented by The Bluegrass PlayersDirected by Erika Howard Performances:Friday, October 30 — 8:00pmSunday, November 1 — 4:00pmFriday & Saturday, November 6-7 — 8:00pmSunday, November 8 — 2:00pm Runtime: approximately 2 hours ·Pay What You Can: Friday performances are name-your-own-price; unsold tickets release two hours before showtime. Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating with companion space is in the […]
Join Amanda Lee Lazorchack of Please Send Word for a full day of broom making! Learn the foundational techniques for hand brooms and plait weaving. You will learn how to appropriately process materials, broom shape considerations, how to plait using the stalk of the broomcorn plant, and how to improve your plait weaves. This class […]
What better place to get a great photo of your Halloween costume than at the top of a Pinnacle?Celebrate Halloween by joining the 1:00pm group hike and maybe get a little candy on the way!*Please still wear appropriate footwear for hiking and keep costumes "PG." As always, bring water.*Cancelled in the case of inclement weather, […]
Learn the basics of punch needle techniques and make a mug rug! This workshop will cover the tools needed for the punch needle, best yarns for the job, how to transfer design onto foundation fabric, how to punch, how to finish the back of your rug with a professional mitered edge. and how to scale […]
Located behind Berea Community, free to the public. Enjoy fire truck rides, inflatables and a professional photo booth! Local vendors will be passing out candy rain or shine!
WHEN: Friday, October 30th - Sunday, November 1st 9 AM - 4 PM WHERE: 106 Lee-Paige Ct. Berea, KY 40403 Come take a look, find a bargain, and help us empty this storage unit!
A beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop covering copper foiling, soldering, and patina while creating five holiday ornaments from prepared glass pieces.
Bible Buddies is a children’s program offered at WestSide Baptist Church that is all about helping kids build a strong foundation in God’s Word while having fun along the way. Each week, we go back to the basics as we learn Bible stories, memorize Scripture, sing children’s church songs, practice Bible skills, and reinforce what […]