Somerset-Pulaski Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Night Diego’s Bar & Grill
2023-09-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Diegos Mexican Restaurant, 100 Stone Crest Dr ,, Somerset, KY, 42503, United States
All Chamber Members receive 25% off the price of their meal.

Season Auditions Flashback Theater Co.
2023-09-06 17:30 - 20:00, 2023-09-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Flashback Theater, 209 East Mt. Vernon St., Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
Flashback Theater Co. (FbTC) produces a season of 5 shows each year, creating several opportunities for community members to get involved as actors or crew members. This season, the productions range from thrilling to comedic to introspective – there is something for everyone!
Performers and crew members of FbTC productions can expect an encouraging atmosphere and a creative learning environment, with most FbTC productions featuring a mix of debut actors and veteran stage performers. A total of 25 acting roles are available, and 10-12 roles for crew members are available this season. Show preference can be provided at your audition, along with any conflicts. A small stipend is provided to cast and crew for their time spent on the production, as FbTC is a semi-professional theater company.
Individual audition/interview appointments are available Wednesday, September 6th and Thursday, September 7th, and can be scheduled by going to casting.flashbacktheater.co or visiting this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AADAF2DA1FC1-20232024. If no available time works for you, please call or email sm@flashbacktheater.co to request an alternate time or, alternatively, you can plan to attend the walk-in auditions on Saturday, September 9th.
Walk-in auditions will be held on Saturday, September 9th from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Potential cast and crew may come in at any time during this window and immediately register, then audition or interview.
Actor callbacks will be held on Sunday, September 10th at 2:00 p.m. for The Thin Place and September 17th from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. for Uncle Vanya, 39 Steps, and Brother Wolf. Additional callbacks may be scheduled as necessary to accommodate special circumstances but that is solely at the discretion of the production team and it is most beneficial to the actor to be seen on the same day as other callbacks, so please plan accordingly.
Production Information
Each of the productions will primarily rehearse in the Black Box at Flashback Theater, but performance venues vary. The dates and confirmed details of each show are as follows.

The Thin Place
October 26th -28th, 2023
By Lucas Hnath
Directed by Sommer Schoch
The Thin Place is the story of two women, Hilda and Linda. Linda communicates, professionally, with the dead, who are still here, just in a different part of here, in the “thin place.” She can make those who believe hear them, offering them peace and closure and meaning. Originally from rural England, she’s reestablished herself in the U.S.—birthplace of spiritualism—where she has continued to build a career out of her gift. Hilda, a keen listener and observer who’s grappling with loss, takes a great interest in Linda’s abilities. She befriends the veteran medium, seeking answers that lie across the fragile boundary between our world and the other one.
Roles available for 1 male and 3 females, ages 25+.
1-2 Assistant Stage Manager Positions Available

Uncle Vanya
December 7 – 17, 2023
By Anton Chekhov, adapted by Steve Cleberg
Directed by Steve Cleberg
Uncle Vanya is credited as one of Chekhov’s masterpieces and a significant precursor of modern drama. Set on a country estate in late nineteenth century Russia, Uncle Vanya is in part a study of the enervation of Russian middle-class provincial life. The major dynamics between the characters themselves are centered on two obsessive love affairs that lead nowhere and a flirtation that brings disaster. Mixing the tragic and the absurd and dealing with a form that allows for ambiguity and contradiction, Uncle Vanya has been deemed “the first modernist play”.
Roles available for 3 males and 4 females, ages 25+.
1-2 Assistant Stage Manager Positions Available

The 39 Steps
February 15 – 25, 2024
Adapted by Patrick Barlow, From the novel by John Buchan
Directed by Jade Ellis
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance!
Roles available for 1 male, 1 female, and 2 of any gender, ages 18+.
Costume Designer, Lightning Designer, Sound Designer, two Assistant Stage Manager positions available
NOTE: those cast in The 39 Steps will have to memorize the full script for production. Experienced actors preferred.

Brother Wolf
May 9 – 19, 2023
book by Preston Lane, music and lyrics by Laurelyn Dossett
Directed by Sommer Schoch
Blending folklore, myth, music, and mountain religion, Brother Wolf is an Appalachian adventure tale based on the story of Beowulf. High in the mountains of North Carolina, a family is threatened by a demon named Grin Dell. When a preacher named Brother Wolf arrives to lend a hand, the death of the demon sets off a cycle of revenge that can only be stopped by learning to forgive. Featuring evocative bluegrass songs, this skillful musical traces the complex art of storytelling and the fear that divides good and evil.
Roles available for 4 males, 2 females, and 5+ of any gender, ages 14+.
Lighting Designer, 1 Assistant Stage Manager position available.

What to Prepare

ACTORS

You should prepare a 60 second minute monologue that showcases your stage presence and acting range to be considered for The Thin Place, Uncle Vanya, and The 39 Steps. To be considered for Brother Wolf, prepare 30 seconds of an a capella hymn and tell a 60 second folk story.
Please bring a headshot and acting resume if available. You will fill out a contact form and conflict sheet at your audition time. Email is our primary way of contacting actors for call backs, so please be sure you provide an email that you check regularly.

PRODUCTION CREW

You should prepare a resume or list of past theater experience, if you have any. If not, think about the skills and experience you have that would translate well to backstage and production. This can be communication skills, design or construction experience, etc. If you have any particular interest in learning a new skill or working on a specific show or project, be prepared to discuss that as well. Your audition/interview slot will allow us to inquire about your skills and interests so we can work together to find the best fit for your experience.

40th Anniversary Celebration - Somerset Branch
2023-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | First Southern National Bank, 15 N Hwy 27, Somerset, KY, 42501
First Southern National Bank’s Somerset Branch is hosting its 40th Anniversary Celebration and Customer Appreciation on Thursday, September 7th from 5pm to 7 pm EST. There will be grilled burgers, homemade ice cream from Johnny Tuttle, and Lacy’s Mobile Petting Zoo. We will also have door prizes including a 65-inch 4K UHD Smart TV! We hope to see you there!

Five Year Anniversary Bash Thee Ark Christian Bookstore
2023-09-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Thee Ark Christian Bookstore, 420 Ogden St Suite B, Somerset, KY, 42501
We are so excited to be celebrating five years in business at 420 Ogden Street in beautiful Somerset, KY!
We will be offering refreshments, giveaways, a storewide discount of 15% off total purchase and more!!!
We are so appreciative of all the love and support we have received in growing our business, and we want to show you our appreciation. Make plans to celebrate with us!

Glow Aesthetics Skin Studio- Cheers To 1 Year
2023-09-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Glow Asthetics, 331 s hwy 27 suite 4, Somerset, KY, 42501
We are so excited to celebrate 1 year in our location!

Fall Boutique Block Party!
2023-09-10 13:00 - 18:00 | KY
SHOP SMALL | SHOP LOCAL
Date: Sunday, September 10th
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Downtown Somerset at the Lake Cumberland Farmer’s Market!
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
The Fall Boutique Block Party is more than just a shopping event—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and connection. By attending, you’re not only updating your fall wardrobe, but also getting the chance to support your local businesses! It’s a win-win for everyone involved!
Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and get ready to embark on a day of shopping, laughter, and local love. Let’s make this Fall Boutique Block Party an unforgettable experience!
Admission is free!
Participating Boutiques:
*Bailey Kate Boutique
*Be You Boutique
*Copper Saddle & Company
*Gra C’s Boutique
*Hadley Kate Boutique
*Persnickity Jane
*Really Roxie
We also plan to have some yummy food options, permanent jewelry & hair tinsel!

Live Music by Spooky Fox
2023-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | The Harbor Restaurant, 451 Lee's Ford Dock Rd., Nancy, KY, 42544, United States
Come out to The Harbor on Monday September 11th to enjoy live music by Spooky Fox from 6pm-8pm!

H.O.P.E Health & Resource Fair
2023-09-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Somerset Mall, 4150 S. HWY 27, Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
Join us for a FREE health & resource fair focusing on mental & behavioral health and substance use disorders. We’ll have vendors with information, entertainment, art, activities, food trucks, and door prizes!

Story & Craft Time Chick-fil-A
2023-09-12 10:00 - 17:30 | Chick-Fil-A, 2400 S. Hwy. 27, Somerset, KY, 42501
Come enjoy story & craft time with the cow at Somerset Chick-fil-A.
10:00am & 5:30pm
Tuesday, September 12th

Chamber Night Eubank Pizza
2023-09-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Eubank Pizza, 4546 S. Highway 27, Somerset, KY, 42501, United States

SomerHarvest: A Farm to Table Celebration
2023-09-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Pulaski Co. Judicial Center Plaza, 200 S. Maple St., Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
The Somerset Junior Woman’s Club invites you to SAVE THE DATE for SomerHarvest: A Farm to Table Celebration…Thursday, September 14, 2023 beginning at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $50 each and ARE NOW ON SALE. Only 100 tickets will be available.
The KENTUCKY PROUD dinner will be at the Pulaski County Judicial Center Plaza and we are excited to announce that DARLENE NEWELL with Diamondz & Divaz Catering will again be our Chef!
Proceeds go to the SJWC Scholarship at Somerset Community College and other community projects.
Our title sponsor is the Don Franklin Somerset Family of Dealerships!

Legacy Alliance Golf Scramble
2023-09-15 | Eagle’s Nest Country Club
Eagles Nest Country Club, Hwy 39, Somerset, KY.
The Legacy Alliance seeks to fund scholarships for deserving Alumni family members while building friends across the Campbellsville University Community. The Legacy Alliance will be hosting a golf scramble to raise scholarship dollars in Somerset on September 15th at Eagles Nest Country Club.
The Scramble will start at 9:00am.

Kids’ DIY-U Workshop: Home Team Football Card Holder
2023-09-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Lowes, 2001 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY, 42501
Little DIYers will tackle a new project when they create a super fun Football Player Card Holder! Get in the game and score with this hands-on workshop!

2023 Bear Wallow Fall Festival!
2023-09-16 11:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-17 14:00 - 19:00 | Bear Wallow Farm, 1225 Piney Grove Rd., Nancy, KY, United States
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and crisp air of fall as we celebrate the season together at Bear Wallow’s Fall Festival! Experience family fun with our You-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Specialty Treats and more than 20 attractions!
Open weekends: Sept. 16th – Oct. 29th
Sat. 10AM-9PM & Sun. 1PM-6PM
Learn more bearwallowfarms.com/fall-festival

Be Here Tomorrow Suicide Awareness Event Rocky Hollow Recreation Center
2023-09-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Rocky Hollow Athletic Center, 142 S. Maple Street, Somerset, KY, United States
Saturday Sept 16 th
12:00 – 3:00 pm
Rocky Hollow Recreation Center
142 S Central Ave/Somerset, KY
This event will be held in the gym.
We will have:
Speakers, Music, Information, Simple Refreshments

Live music by Kevin Thomas
2023-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Harbor Restaurant, 451 Lee's Ford Dock Rd., Nancy, KY, 42544, United States
Come out to The Harbor on Monday September 18th from 6pm-8pm to enjoy live music by Kevin Thomas!

Family Fun Night
2023-09-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Chick-Fil-A, 2400 S. Hwy. 27, Somerset, KY, 42501
Tuesday, September 19th
Family Fun Night
Chick-fil-A
2400 S Hwy 27
Somerset, KY 42501
4:00 pm-7:00 pm

Chamber Night RENO’S ROADHOUSE
2023-09-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Reno’s Roadhouse, 6361 South Highway 27, Somerset, KY, 42501, United States

Campin’ the Cumberland 7th Annual Vintage Camper Rally
2023-09-21 - 2023-09-24 | General Burnside Island State Park & Boat Dock, 8801 S. HWY 27, Burnside, KY, 42519, United States
Somernites Cruise and Burnside Island are proud to announce the 7th Annual “Campin’ the Cumberland Vintage Camper Rally”!! September 21st-24th, 2023 at Burnside Island State Park!! This is a new location for us and we are excited to be there!!

Last years rally saw over 40 vintage campers and was a great success and we are excited for this years event!!

Thurs Sept 21st is check in day. The day is open to setup and to explore the area (and we have a lot to see including Cumberland Falls, Big South Fork scenic Railway, Historic Mill Springs Grist Mill, Mill Springs Civil War Battlefield, Haney’s Appledale Farms, etc.) all within a 10 minute to 45 minute drive of the campground.

Friday Sept 22nd is when we have open house scheduled from 2:30 to 5:30. We will be promoting the open house to anyone in our community who may want to come see the campers so bring all your vintage camping supplies, coolers, etc.!! You can even set up and sell your goods if you want to!!

Saturday September 23rd is the Somernites Cruise event in historic downtown Somerset (again about 10 minutes from the campground). Gates open at 12:00 (noon). We would like to have about 7-10 really nice vintage campers along with vintage tow vehicles to come display downtown (we understand that means you have to break down and set up again downtown). Our September show is always one of our largest of the year!! We usually have between 1,000 -1,500 classic/collector cars & trucks at our September show. If campers prefer not to attend the Somernites Cruise event and would rather explore the community and other attractions that’s OK too. Again, all Somernites Cruise events are free.

Burnside Island State Park is waiving the $6 booking fee plus they are offering a 10% discount per night!! We appreciate them working with us!! We currently have 50 campsites blocked off so make your reservations early to ensure you get a site!! Reservations can be made by calling the Campground office at 606-561-3625 or the business office at 606-561-4101. Be sure to tell them that you are booking for the “Campin’ the Cumberland Vintage Camper Rally” to get the discounted rate!!
Contact Keith Floyd either by email at kfloyd@somernitescruise.com or phone at 606-872-2277 with any questions.
We’ll see you there!!

1 Better Advertising Event at the Movies for Chamber Members
2023-09-21 11:00 - 12:30 | Somerset Cinema’s 8, 100 Mercury Blvd, Somerset, KY, 42503

YPLC September Monthly Luncheon
2023-09-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Citizens National Bank – Coffman Building – Rogers Room, 107 E Mt Vernon St, Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
Join us for our monthly membership luncheon on September 21st @ 12:00 NOON! Our luncheon sponsor, Citizens National Bank of Somerset, is excited to host and will be providing food from Downtown Deli. We look forward to seeing you for an afternoon of networking and fun.

Classic Movie Night: The Godfather
2023-09-21 19:00 - 22:00 | The Virginia Theater, 214 East Mt. Vernon St., Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
It’s showtime! Announcing The Virginia’s Classic Movie Night of September:

The Godfather | Thursday, Sept. 21 @ 7PM
https://thevirginiaky.com/…/classic-movie-night-the…/

Somernites Cruise Meet & Greet
2023-09-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Cole Park, Cole park drive, Burnside, KY, 42519, United States
Cole Park, 7929 S. Highway 27, Burnside, KY, 10am-2pm. The Meet &
Greet will be set up in Cole Park beside Burnside City Hall in Burnside, Friday of each Cruise weekend. Burnside
Tourism representatives will be present with info & goodies! Info 606-561-7117

Customer Appreciation Day
2023-09-22 11:00 - 14:00 | CarQuest, 947 s hwy 27, Somerset, KY, 42501
We will be cooking out and having hamburgers and hotdogs and soft drinks and water.
September 22,2023
Carquest of Somerset
947 s hwy 27 Somerset between lights 9 and 10
Time: 11AM-2PM

Friday Night Thunder
2023-09-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Somerset Mall, 4150 S. HWY 27, Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
The free event features
hundreds of classic cars, customs and hot rods filling up the rear parking lot. Go for the live bands, food trucks,
inflatables, and special exhibits each month. Presented by Don Franklin Somerset Family of Dealerships and
Somerset Mall. Info 606-678-4157.

Bedford Band Jarfly Brewing Company
2023-09-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Jarfly Brewing, 103 W. Mt. Vernon St., Somerset, KY, United States
Enjoy live music by the Bedford Band at the Jarfly Brewing Company on Friday September 22nd from 8:00pm – 10:00pm

Lake Cumberland Fall Clean Up 2023 Sponsored by Eastern KY PRIDE
2023-09-23 | Lake Cumberland, 500 Waitsboro Rd., Somerset, KY, 42501, United States
Waitsboro Recreation Area, Burnside Island State Park, Conley
Bottom Resort, Grider Hill Marina, Halcomb’s Landing and Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, 8am-noon
LOCAL TIME. The cleanup is sponsored by Eastern KY PRIDE, NEEF and USACE Lake Cumberland office.
Bags, gloves, etc. will be distributed at all locations beginning at 8am. Groups are encouraged to pre-register to be
assigned a cleanup area by contacting PRIDE at 606-677-6150

National Public Lands Day Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
2023-09-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Zollicoffer Park and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Visitor Center, HWY 80, Nancy, KY, 42544
Learn about and plant native
KY species.
Come and join us!
9020 West Highway 80
Nancy, KY
Saturday,
September 23rd 2023
