Category: Podcasts

Berea Bumper Stickers and Mini-Malls

On this catch-up (not mustard) episode we share the Top 5 Bumper Stickers that we found in Berea during our recent, ‘Best Bumper Sticker in Berea’ contest. We then share a recent Facebook-Only episode sharing tours of three mini-malls here in Berea.

Pictures of these bumper stickers can be seen on our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/thebereapodcast.

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Here are pictures from the mini-mall tours:

The first mini-mall is right on Chestnut Street!
Here is a view from the front door.
An exceptional booth.
Every mini-mall booth should have an introduction to the proprietor.
Who doesn’t need a box of 8-track tapes?
They have booths available for rent!
Consider coming here first if you have never been to a mini-mall before.
Boone Square Mini-Mall
Excellent Booth!

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A Berea Trolley Tour

A Berea Trolley tour is a great way to learn about Berea. The service is offered on Saturdays starting at 10 a.m. throughout the Summer. Do check it out!

Here is a picture of the trolley at the Artisan Center before we took our tour.

The Trolley at the Artisan Center.

Here are some links to webpages that were mentioned during the tour!

Kentucky River Foothills – Berea Bus Schedule
http://www.foothillscap.org/Services/BereaBus.html

Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
http://www.kentuckyartisancenter.ky.gov/

Berea College
https://www.berea.edu/

Berea Tourism
http://www.visitberea.com/

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Landmarks of Berea

This landmark episode of The Berea Podcast focuses on the physical and cultural landmarks we visited during one of our wonderful Saturdays in Berea. The day was even better than these pictures suggest – We Loved It!

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That is a bunch of bull!
The Bull’s original pasture…
Only 65 feet tall!?!?!?!
The training wheels are off!
We would have missed these apples if we were in a car.
Two words: Half Off.
One of Berea’s most visible landmarks.
We <3 Papalenos!
The oldest landmark named after Daniel Boone in Berea, Kentucky.
More facts about Boone Tavern.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater is offered at the oldest landmark named after Daniel Boone in Berea, Kentucky.
Free Trolley Tours start right out front of the oldest landmark named after Daniel Boone in Berea, Kentucky.
Two happy visitors to the Berea Quilting and Fiber Extravaganza!
This one oogled two jars of honey that she won in a raffle at the ‘Bean there, Done That.’ Potluck at the Berea Urban Farm!

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Back To School Special

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Summer, like all good things, must come to an end. And Back To School time brings excitement and anxiety for children and their parents. Jenny Hobson, from Berea Community Elementary School, joins Troy and Della on this special episode of The Berea Podcast to share tips and strategies for parents.

Below are links to resources mentioned in this episode:
Berea Community School Family Resource / Youth Service Center

Madison County Schools Family Resource / Youth Service Center

Berea Community School Calendar

Madison County Schools Calendar

Bargain Hunt Weekly Specials

Also, If you have any Back To School tips or know of any events, call us at (707) 742-3732, that is 7077-4-BEREA, and leave a message. We will include your information on our next episode!!!

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The Weather In Berea

Bill Meck, WLEX TV

Troy and Della welcome Bill Meck to this week’s Berea Podcast. He breaks down what differentiates Berea from other towns  – meteorologically speaking, of course!

Bill Meck is the Chief Meteorologist at WLEX Channel 18 in Lexington, Ky. From the kindness of his big, big heart he recorded his thoughts and research on the weather in Berea.

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Rock Stars vs. Bow Ties

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Are you excited about your Summer? Which are you more excited about: the Levitt AMP Summer Concert Series or the approved budget from the Berea City Council. Find out who wins when we talk all about it.

City Council

The City Council has an active online presence. Here are some links that you should know about:

Videos from past City Council Meetings: https://vimeo.com/user7396497

Agendas and Minutes from Previous Meetings: http://bereaky.gov/government/city-council

City of Berea Government’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bereakygov/

Levitt AMP Concert Series in Berea

Levitt Foundation’s website: http://concerts.levittamp.org/berea

Ben Sollee’s music videos on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=ben+sollee

Driftwood Gypsy music videos on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=DRIFTWOOD+GYPSY

Cheick Hamala Diabate music videos on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=CHEICK+HAMALA+DIABATE

Cumberland River Band music videos on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=CUMBERLAND+RIVER+BAND

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Berea Kid’s Market

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Everyone says they want to raise their children in a small town. We think Berea knocked it out of the park with its idyllic Kid’s Market. Enjoy the voices and pictures from this special day. Like The Berea Podcast on Facebook for more!

Pictures from the day…


Landscape Watercolors.


The Painting Inspired by a lunch in Central Park in THE New York City.


Art during sixth period.


Magnets and Door Hangers and Bottle Caps… Oh My!!!


Tranquility Bath Salts!


Farmer’s Market Rocks!


Stress Balls!


Sparkle Shells!


Going on a treasure hunt!


Here there be Monsters!


Kids Rock!


Summer Sensations (Fidget Spinners Sold Out)!


Pokemon and Star Wars Necklaces!

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The Pros of Living in a College Town

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Attending this performance of The Complete Performers presented by the Berea College Department of Music spurred interviews with how the EPG Program benefits the City of Berea.


We had great seats for ‘The Complete Performer’


The Pirates of Penzance


The 14th Cohort of Berea College’s Entrepreneurship for the Public Good


Hiking – EPG style!