Meet Us on Main

Another fantastic chat with Wayne Shields-Hogue from Playhouse in the Park. We explore deep conversations about the summer productions and the Penguin Project. And this time, he nails the Lighting Round!

Join us today as Steven and Erin talk about all the great events in the MKY for the next several weeks, along with a laundry list of great local camps if the kiddos need a place to hang for the summer. Also, info about the FNB Freedom Fest parade and the Farmers Market

Today we take a deep dive with the Farmers Market. The inter workings of the market are pretty incredible, with many moving parts that the public doesn't see. Join us for learning about our favorite community event!

While everyone else is on spring break, we are still in the MKY chatting about the upcoming events over the next two weeks. Steven Hunter is my guest host (aka Mr. Tom Carrots) and we talk about all of the egg hunts coming up soon!

This episode of Meet Us On Main is bubbling over with Beerfest excitement!

How DO those books get in our library? We chat with Sandy Linn at the Calloway County Public Library. We talk about how they go about purchasing books, audiobooks, how the apps work with digitals books and some of the other amazingly free apps we can use with our library card.

Today, we pull back the curtain (ha,ha) and have a chat about all things Playhouse in the Park. Ever wonder how a production is chosen? How are costumes put together? We talk about all the parts of a production, plus some entertaining lightning round questions. (This just might be Erin's fav podcast to date!)

Erin & Tim ring in the holiday spirit with a gazillion (official number) of Christmas Events happening in the MKY this week (December 5-7). Buckle up, find some gloves and give a listen.

Today, Deana and Erin chat about all of the amazing Christmas events coming up this weekend - and there are a ton! Playhouse in the Park is starting their Christmas production, White Christmas, which will be quite popular. Join in on all of the fun!

Boy Howdy! It is the busiest holiday weekend for the MKY! Tim and Erin talk about two pages worth of events happening just this weekend alone. Join in on the holiday fun!

Today we talk about alllll the Halloween events happening in the MKY for the next week. No lack of candy and trick-or-treating here! Also, we chat about the new exciting event coming to downtown on November 4 - the Third Street Beer Fest!

Today we chat about all the events happening this weekend in the MKY (and LBL!). If you are a Harry Potter fan, we have an event for you! If you are into stand up comedy, we have an event for you! If you have kids, we have an event for you! So many great things happening this weekend in the MKY!

Today, Tim Stark is back in action on the podcast as we talk about all of the events for Homecoming, in addition to the other fall community events. It's a busy time of year in the MKY, with lots to do and see!

Today we chat about all of the fabulous (and mostly FREE!) events happening in the MKY. Hazel Days, Fall Fest, the Farmer's Market - and more!!

Join us today as we talk about the long list of fun fall events happening this week (and next) in Murray. So many great family activities, campus events and live music options to attend.

Today we cover some of the fantastic events happening over the next few weeks in Murray! We only covered half of them - check out our website, tourmurray.com and our calendar of events!

Today we chat about all things Freedom Fest! We have three full days of activities for the family to enjoy - and almost all of them are FREE to attend! For details about all of the events, visit mkyfreedomfest.com

Summer has arrived and we have a looooong list of summer activities in Murray! Everything from summer camps, to live music, to plays and the Farmers Market. Make plans for all the fun things in June!

We have one of our favs with us today - Tim Stark!! We talk all about The Murray Bank Ice Skating Rink returning to downtown as well as a plethora of other holiday activities happening in Murray. Join us as Tim talks about his Thanksgiving pants and other fun times headed our way!

Today we chat about the opportunities from the Murray Art Guild to purchase the ultimate local gifts for the holiday season. Also, a new exhibit opens on Friday, honoring Vietnam soldiers. The Holiday Art Market sale is the biggest collection of arts each year - 25 local art vendors will be ready for shoppers on Saturday, November 19.

Today we go through the entire Homecoming/Halloween Weekend schedule and boy, it is a loaded weekend. Tons of events over the next five days. Homecoming parade, football game, trunk or treats, Movies on the Square and Rocky Horror Picture Show at PIP. Funs times in the MKY

Today we chat about the upcoming MSU Family Weekend, which is FULL of events for visiting families and locals. Playhouse in the Park opens with Sister Act, the farmer's market is rolling on fall goodies and pumpkins and it is time for everyone's favorite fancy meal, the Murray Main Street Market to Menu dinner.

Today, we talk about some of the fantastic summer events and activities coming up. The Farmers Market opens for the season, Playhouse in the Park, Freedom Fest details, Movie on the Square, and the new Wayfinding Signs in the ground. Not sure what to this summer? We have options for you!

Today Kayla and Erin were interviewed by two MSU students for a class assignment. We dive deep into how they got into the tourism industry, what the CVB does, what role they play in the community and how they reach visitors. It is a rare peak inside the walls of the Murray CVB.

Today we have a different type of podcast - we are walking down memory lane with none other than original trio of Erin, Deana and Stephanie. Hilarious horror stories from our work past. If you have ever wanted a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of CVB and Main Street, this will certainly deliver.

We are back from our winter break with an awesome Valentine's Day couples activity - Cooking with Chef Shanna Smith! We also delve into Murray Main Street Trivia Night, coming up soon! Lots of fun details of winter activities happening in Murray!

Today, we spoke with Debi Danielson of the MAG about their fabulous upcoming event, the Holiday Sale. She brought so many goodies to look at and we describe and talked about each one! No need to worry about lagging shipping times here - it is local all the way!

Christmas is here! Ring the bells! Christmas is here! Yes, we know it is only November, BUT there is much planning to do. Murray is full of Christmas events starting December 3, with the biggest being the return of the Murray Bank Ice Rink!!! Listen for details.

Whoa!!! Today is a loaded episode full of fall activities, including the new West Kentucky Brewery Hop - you can grab your passport at our office! Also, we breakdown the Homecoming schedule for this coming weekend, the last Farmer's Market of the season, and other fall events around town. So many activities!!!

Today we chat with Debi Danielson - the MAG director. The MAG received a state grant for a traveling exhibit focused on ten women of Kentucky, called the FEMMEnomal Bluegrass Women. This awesome exhibit has a great outdoor event this weekend. We also chat about great upcoming events from the MAG!

Today we chat with Chef Shanna Smith, owner of Maple Street Market about the upcoming Market to Menu dinner and her fabulous cooking classes (for kids and adults. If you are a foodie, this episode is for you!

Today on Meet Us on Main, we run through a long list of awesome things happening around town...PIP has great comedy coming out in a couple weeks, followed by the students arriving back to town, and Main Street hosting a huge car show on the court square. Tune in for details!

It's a quick one today, folks! We are giving you the rundown on the Freedom Fest activities for the holiday weekend. Need a free movie? Need some pancakes? Want to see the parade? Looking for a spot for the fireworks? Give a quick listen and be ready to roll for Independence Day!

Summer is rollin' and so are the activities in town...Farmers Market, check! Puzzles and Pints, check! Playhouse in the Park, check! Trice from FNB loaded up for Movies on the Square, check! All the details, coming from Tim & Erin today.

Summer is rollin' hot in Murray! Today we talked about the mini Bomb Pops events happening during June, leading up to Freedom Fest. Updates on Trivia Night - with an exclusive clue to the questions - so give us a listen! #downtownmurrayky #themurraybank #murrayky

We're back!!! After a six month hiatus, we are back and ready to roll! Events and activities are happening again, in Murray. So many things to talk about: Playhouse the Park productions, the Famers Market, FREEDOM FEST, Movies on the Square, Trivia Night!!! It's gonna be a busy summer, folks!

Tim is back! We chat about the best smell of Kentucky - Tobacco!!! the history, the process and why it feels like home.

Today, we finally have events to talk about!!! So many great fall events in Murray. Lots of details with events that are socially distanced.

Today, we finally get caught up after a six-week absence. Need some art in your life? The MAG have many cool workshops happening. Deana tells terrible jokes; the farmer's market is still awesome. The Census is in town, come down to the market and see them. There is a bit of live music around town, and get your ballot sent to the house - govoteky.gov.

Today, we talk about details for July 4th weekend!!! It's time for the fireworks!!!

Summer is here!! We have a new Brewery open in town, with a large patio to accommodate social distancing! We talk about what is current at the farmers market (its almost time for corn). Updates and the revised version of Freedom Fest are talked about - the fireworks are happening! Also, we are promoting the new variety of Goldfish crackers - enjoy!

Today we talk about the season opening of the Downtown Farmers Market - the rules of shopping and how the market is going to look a little bit different. Restaurants are opening up again, and we have plenty of new outdoor seating options. MAG and PIP have set up some GREAT virtual summer camps for kids.

Today, we only mention hushpuppies once, but our main focus is where to find Mother's Day gifts from our local retail stores. If you are needing masks or PPE, we give a short list and you can find more details here, https://www.mymurray.com/personal-protection-equipment-ppe/.

Today we talk about which retail establishments are beginning to make/sell masks locally, updates about the library, and info about the start of the Farmers Market.

Today we give a detailed explanation of the PPP, which will receive a second round of funding this week. A local banker explains it all, in plain english. Details about the new virtual art exhibit and NEW online bookclub are shared, to help keep us connected. We continue our updates on restaurants and share our love of hushpuppies.

Today, we update the local restaurants and canceled events in town. Jelly Bean (the Murray Easter Bunny) will be making appearances in Downtown, coming soon. The Murray Art Guild is still accepting P3 Art Mail for exhibition and Deana releases information on the Historic Downtown Grant for businesses needing immediate relief. Lots of details, so give a listen! #murrayky #murraykentucky #togetherky #downtownmurrayky #teamky

Today we talk about three great FREE ways to create art and engage in the community during the pandemic! Chalk the Walk with Main Street, Treasure Hunt with the CVB, and the P3 Postcard Mail project with the Murray Art Guild. Also, we talk about a restaurant update and where to buy your spring outfit locally. Driveway fashion shows are the new, hot thing. #murrayky #murraykentucky #togetherky #downtownmurrayky

Today we have another restaurant update - who is open, how to get the tasty, local goods, and how to find reading material during this time. Keep the friendly and kind vibes rolling in town, check on your neighbors and take a drive through the community. #togetherky #murrayky #murraykentucky #downtownmurrayky

Are you sitting at home, practicing social distancing? Listen to some local voices. We talk about which Murray restaurants are open, how to handle spring cleaning, hit up the digital public library and how the Taco Salad at Burrito Shack is amazing. We will keep updating you on the changes happening in our community as things unfold. #murrayky #murraykentucky#togetherky

Today we talked about Playhouse in the Park, a little bit of Art Guild, Spring/Summer ball for kids, and downtown activities. Oh, and Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Join us for the first episode of Meet Us on Main where we talk about OVC basketball, Shakespeare and the Farmers Market. #murrayky #murraykentucky #mkyinsiders #downtownmurrayky