Friday, July 24th, 7pm

Saturday, July 25th, 2pm & 7pm

Saturday, July 25th, 7pm

Sunday, July 26th, 2pm

CATS: Young Actors Edition is a one-hour adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical set amongst a larger-than-life junkyard playground and is alive with purr-fect felines. The Jellicle Cats come out to play on one special night of the year, the night of the Jellicle Ball. One by one, they tell their stories for the amusement of Old Deuteronomy, their wise and benevolent leader, who must choose one of the Cats to ascend to The Heaviside Layer and be reborn into a whole new Jellicle life.

Tickets starting at $10. Arts for All pricing available.

Pay-What-You-Can tickets can only be purchased at the door for the 2pm show on Saturday, July 25, and are subject to availability.

Sponsored by Tomatoes & Flames

Friday, July 31st, 6pm & 7:30pm

Join us as our Summer Playhouse Theatre Camp students take the stage for Peter Pan and the Hinkston Creek Boys, a one-of-a-kind twist on the beloved classic! This original adaptation reimagines the story you know and love with a fun, hometown spin inspired by Mt. Sterling, featuring familiar places, local humor, and plenty of adventure along the way. After a week of learning, creating, and rehearsing, our young performers are excited to share their hard work with family, friends, and the community. Don't miss this charming celebration of creativity, imagination, and local pride!

Brought to you in partnership with The Appalachian Shakespeare Center

$5 General Admission

Friday, August 7th, 7:15-7:45pm

Take a dance break at First Friday!

Join Patty Snowden during the Billie Renee & Cumberland Gap Band intermission for a free, beginner-friendly line dancing session at the Rumpke Soundstage. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or have never tried line dancing before, Patty will guide you through fun, easy-to-follow steps that will get you moving and smiling. No partner or experience is required—just bring your energy and enjoy 30 minutes of music, movement, and community. It's the perfect way to stay active, meet new people, and add a little extra fun to your First Friday evening!

Supported by a grant from CHI Saint Joseph Health

Saturday, August 8th, 8am-7pm

Paint the Small Town is a day-long celebration of art and community held in Downtown Mt. Sterling during the Small Town America Festival. From 8AM to 3PM, artists of all ages and skill levels set up throughout downtown to create works of art inspired by the sights, sounds, and energy of the day. While the event welcomes traditional en plein air painters, all mediums are encouraged—whether using brushes, pencils, markers, or mixed media.

In the evening, the Gateway Regional Arts Center hosts a reception and awards ceremony from 6–7PM, where every piece created is displayed and available for purchase. The evening concludes with the announcement of cash prize winners, making it a vibrant celebration of creativity and local talent.

Thursday, August 20th, 6-9pm

DuBois Community Center

Grab your boots and join us for Third Thursday Two-Step at the DuBois Community Center! Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or you've been dancing for years, this FREE monthly event has something for everyone. Start the evening with beginner-friendly instruction, build your skills with intermediate and advanced dances, then stay for open dancing and clogging. No partner or experience needed, just come ready to move, have fun, and enjoy a great night of music and community. Join us every third Thursday from 6–9 PM!

Supported by a grant from CHI Saint Joseph Health

Saturday, August 29th, 2pm

The Jerry Orbach Theater, NYC

New York City, meet Ruth Hunt Candies!

The Sweet Life: The Ruth Hunt Story is coming to the Jerry Orbach Theater for a special New York industry workshop performance. This is a rare chance to be in the room with theatre professionals, investors, theatrical publishers, and invited guests as Cat Goguen’s bold new American play takes a major step forward in an Off-Broadway house.

At the center of it all is Ruth Hunt: a Kentucky woman whose grit, force, heart, and spirit shine like the sun. The Sweet Life is an everytown story with unique theatrical prowess, full of ambition, resilience, humor, and the kind of Small Town USA story we can all relate to that lingers long after the lights go down.

Saturday, September 12th, 6:30pm

The Market Pavillion

Gather with friends, family, and neighbors for a special evening celebrating the heart of our community at The 11th Annual Dr. Danielle King Farm to Table Dinner. A cherished tradition that brings people together around a shared table to enjoy locally inspired food, meaningful conversations, and the connections that make our community so special.

$60/Person. Limited seating.

Generously sponsored by Peoples Bank of Kentucky