Visit Garrard County Kentucky: August 2011

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Have a Merry, Merry Murder - December 10, 2011

What mysteries do these fine walls hold?

Tea Cup Mysteries now taking reservations for "Have a Merry, Merry Murder", in traditional Dickens style... Capture the spirit of Christmas, when Dickens characters are mysteriously drawn to the Charles Dickens Library of Fine Literature to solve the mystery of the death of their creator.
Participate as much or as little as you like, while enjoying delicious food, fun activities and laughs galore.
$30 per person. Price includes full meal, costumes & simulation.

For reservations or to book a group of 10 or more for your selected date:

Phone: 859-792-6632

Hammonds Hall B&B

216 W. Maple Ave., Lancaster, KY 40444
https://www.facebook.com/hammondshall

Mix-and-Match Month - November 2011

Always delicious food & warm hospitality.

November is "mix-and-match" month - Individuals book for a group of 10 or more and then chose their own Tea Cup Mystery. Teas, brunches and luncheons without the mystery are also available.

$15 per person. Tea, brunch, luncheon only.
$30 per person. Mystery Tea - price includes full meal, costumes & simulation.

For reservations or to book a group of 10 or more for your selected date:

Phone: 859-792-6632

Hammonds Hall B&B

216 W. Maple Ave., Lancaster, KY 40444
https://www.facebook.com/hammondshall

Murder, Murder... All Fall Down - October 29, 2011 - 2 p.m.

Descendants converge on London

Tea Cup Mysteries now taking reservations for "Murder, Murder... All Fall Down" - A 1930's Spoof...  The descendants of history's most famous sleuths converge on old London to solve a series of murders. Follow the clues to find out who is seeking mayhem on the British populace.
  Participate as much or as little as you like, while enjoying delicious food, fun activities and laughs galore.
  $30 per person. Price includes full meal, costumes & simulation.

For reservations or to book a group of 10 or more for your selected date:

Phone: 859-792-6632

Hammonds Hall B&B

216 W. Maple Ave., Lancaster, KY 40444
https://www.facebook.com/hammondshall

Dastardly Dan & The Ransom of Sweet Polly - September 10, 2011 - 2 p.m.

Meet Crusty from Dry Gulp Gulch

Tea Cup Mysteries now taking reservations for another episode of Dastardly Dan & The Ransom of Sweet Polly - The town folk of Dry Gulp Gulch band together to save Sweet Polly from Dastardly Dan, after he puts her in persistent peril, when she can't pay the rent.

Join our hilarious cast of characters, as "good battles evil" in this rip snortin' melodrama set in the Old West.
Participate as much or as little as you like, while enjoying delicious food, fun activities and laughs galore.
$30 per person. Price includes full meal, costumes & simulation.

For reservations or to book a group of 10 or more for your selected date:
Phone: 859-792-6632

Hammonds Hall B&B

216 W. Maple Ave., Lancaster, KY 40444

https://www.facebook.com/hammondshall

Saturday, August 6, 2011

McQuerry's Flatwoods Farm Herbs-N-Heirlooms - Paint Lick, KY

Welcome to McQuerry's Family Farm
Culinary, medicinal & craft-potted herb plants.
Heirloom tomato plants & heirloom bean seeds.

Container Gardens/Italiano, Mexican, Mediterranean;Tea Lovers & Soup Du Jour.
(Herbs used in above ethnic dishes.)

Wonder of Life Farm - Lancaster, KY

Welcome to Wonder of Life Farm - A working farm offering hands-on tours - pet an alpaca, gather your own eggs - purchase free range natural chicken eggs, local products, honey, candles, quilts, arts & crafts & much more...

Angora Rabbits

Friendly Alpacas

Baby turkey - two days old.

Meet farm manager Maria Turner.
Farm is owned by Jeff & Maria Turner.

Gift store sells alpaca hats, scarves, gloves, socks & yarn...

... and, many beautifully handcrafted items.

http://wonderoflifefarm.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wonder-of-Life-Farm/158111037560264

686 Buckey Rd., Lancaster, KY 40444
(about one mile from Lancaster Town Square)
Phone: 859-792-8923

Friday, August 5, 2011

Lake Herrington Conservation League 10th Anniversary Celebration - August 6, 2011

Congratulations to The Herrington Lake Conservation League on their ten year anniversary. Everyone is invited to help them celebrate this Saturday, August 6, 2011, starting at 4:00 p.m. at Chimney Rock Marina.

2012 Field to Fork Festival update - August 5, 2011

Four hands-on, take-it-home-with-you workshop sessions are now on the schedule for 2012. Offered in 1.5 hour slots of time, these sessions will include: Spacing Savers - Vertical Gardening; Building a Cold Frame; Rainwater Harvesting; and Vegetable / Fruit Dehydration. Scheduled times for these 4 sessions will be 9:30 - 11 a.m.; 12:30 - 2 p.m.; 2:30 - 4 p.m. and 4:30 - 6 p.m. Sessions will be limited to a set number of participants (15), so early registration will be required.

http://fieldtoforkfestival.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Field-to-Fork-Festival/205962806094991?sk=wall
430 Wallacetown Road
Paint Lick, KY 40461
Phone: 859-619-0334

Second Annual Field to Fork Festival - July 21, 2012

In 2012, Halcomb's Knob Farm will again join Berea's Festival of Learnshops, holding its annual Field to Fork Festival on Saturday, July 21. Make plans now to save the date and show your support for our local agricultural markets and producers!

http://fieldtoforkfestival.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Field-to-Fork-Festival/205962806094991
http://www.kentucky.com/2011/07/27/1825379/bereas-festival-of-learnshops.htmll
430 Wallacetown Road
Paint Lick, KY 40461
Phone: 859-619-0334

Man Overboard - August 13, 2011 - 2:00 p.m.

Come join the fun!

Tea Cup Mysteries now taking reservations for another episode of "MAN OVERBOARD", an hilarious Roaring 20's who-done-it for August 13. Become a gangster, a flapper, a lounge singer or Duchess and let the inner child come out. Participate as much or as little as you like, while enjoying delicious food, fun activities and laughs galore.

For reservations or to book a group of 10 or more for your selected date:

Phone: 859-792-6632

Hammonds Hall B&B

216 W. Maple, Lancaster, KY 40444

https://www.facebook.com/hammondshall

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Halcomb's Knob Farm Bed & Breakfast

Welcome to Halcomb's Knobb

Halcomb's Knob Farm offers affordable and comfortable accommodations in Garrard County. Opened in 2004, the farm's 30 acres of meadows, woodlands, abundant wildlife and the simplicity of country life, 20 minutes from Lancaster, 6 miles southwest of Berea, offers a step back in time to a place of peace and quiet, an oasis of tranquility and respite.

The Knob provides a unique alternative to Danville, Richmond, or Berea area hotels to travelers visiting central Kentucky. The non-smoking accommodations feature a choice of the Sisters' Garden Suite featuring a private entrance onto the wrap-around deck and private bath with garden tub and separate shower; the Pinnacle Room with a double bed; or the Rose Room featuring a private sitting area, twin bed and shared bath with the Pinnacle Room.

Delicious meals of fresh produce and locally grown meats are a culinary delight. Hearty breakfasts, tasty lunches, and family-style dinners are memorable treats including homemade cobblers, pies, and breads

Enjoy country charm on a working sustainable-living farm - Halcomb's Knob Farm is an intimate woodland hideaway for small group retreats, special occasions, weekend escapes, wildlife photography or stargazers, or just a change of pace. Come visit soon—you'll be glad you did!

Wheelchair Accessible

Sister's Garden Suite

Pinnacle Room

Rose Room

Rose Room's Private Sitting Area

Second-floor kitchenette

Autumn on the Knob

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Halcombs-Knob-LLC/163450477065933?sk=wall

By reservation only:

430 Wallacetown Road, Paint Lick, KY 40461
(14 miles east of Lancaster, 6 miles west of Berea)

Phone: (859) 925-9936

E-mail: halcombsknob@windstream.net

Family Fun Festival - Saturday, October 1, 2011

Family Fun Festival - proudly hosted by The Ashley Inn & Meadow Lake Equestrian Center - fun for the whole family: 10-acre corn maze, 4-acre pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating contest, beautiful baby contest, seniors pageant, open car show, vendors, food booths, tour Ashley Inn and Meadow Lake Equestrian Center and more...

http://www.familyfunfest-garrardcountyky.org/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Garrard-County-Kentucky-Family-Fun-Festival/212349752144309?sk=wall

http://www.meadowlakeec.com/

9863 Lexington Road, Lancaster, Kentucky 40444

(location: northern Garrard County)

Time: Vendor booths open 10 a.m.

Phone: 859-492-7126 or 859-548-2219

E-mail: regina@familyfunfest-garrardcountyky.org

Ashley Inn Bed & Breakfast at Meadow Lake Equestrian Center

Welcome to Ashley Inn

With five unique guest rooms/private baths and one additional pet suite, this Classic Federal Style home built in 1893 is perfect for your weekend getaway or staying close to your equine companion while here for a horse show. Exquisitely appointed to reflect historic Southern Charm

Events: .Offering in-house catering, an exquisite 5500 sq foot home which is always ready for a party, and the most gracious staff this side of the mason-dixon line! The outdoor Carriage House provides a wonderful open air feel without fear of precipitation.

Weddings: A one-of-a-kind wedding location with picture-perfect indoor/outdoor backgrounds for your photo shoot.

Tara Room

Secret Garden Room

Breakfast Room

Library

Carriage House & Pavilion

One of five ponds.

One of many beautiful photo-op locations on the 130 acre horse farm.

http://ashleyinnbandb.com/

http://www.meadowlakeec.com/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Meadow-Lake-Equestrian-Center-The-Ashley-Inn/146752924372

9863 Lexington Road, Lancaster, KY 40444
(northern Garrard County/10 miles north of the town of Lancaster)
Phone: 859-548-4922
E-mail: info@ashleyinnbandb.com

Hammonds Hall Bed & Breakfast

Welcome to Hammonds Hall

Hammonds Hall Bed & Breakfast, home of Tea Cup Mystery Teas, was built in 1900 and offers two bedroom suites with sofas, shared kitchen, 250 Dish channels and wireless internet access. This two-story home has a large wrap-around veranda on a tree-lined street and offers a small gift shop, English cottage decor and gourmet breakfasts to pamper all of your senses.
In addition to the Tea Cup Mysteries, Hammonds Hall is available for small receptions, showers, group brunches, luncheons, and etiquette teas for youngsters and teens.