DECEMBER 11TH, 2021
9 AM - 4 PM
499 East Maple St
Nicholasville, KY
Shop over 30 craft vendors while listening to Christmas music We will have Holy Smokes Food Truck on site serving up good food. Along with a coffee truck serving over 30 flavors of hot or iced coffees.
Santa will be making appearances throughout the day
Masksarerequiredforanyoneunvaccinated
Socialdistancingmustbemaintainedwhenshopping
Handsanitizerwillbeavailable
Shop Local Nov 22nd -
Dec 4th
Light Up Jessamine Dec
1st - Dec 15th
Jessamine County Tree
lighting - Dec 3rd
Wilmore's Old
Fashioned Christmas
Dec 4th Celebration of
Christmas - WJHS Dec
8th
St. Nich Fest Dec 11th
WJHS Choral Christmas
WJMS Holiday Concert, Dec 9th 7-8 p.m.
KCAL Old Time Radio
Christmas Show, Dec 10, 11, 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm
KCAL Old Time Radio
Christmas Show, Dec 12, 2:30 pm
East Choirs Christmas
Collage, Dec 12th 3-5 p.m.
West High/West
Middle Band Concert, Dec 14th 7-8 p.m.
EJHS Band Concert, Dec 16th 7-8 p.m.
WJHS Community Holiday Concert, Dec 18th 7-9 p.m.
invites you to SHOP SMALL November 26 - December 4 for Small Business Week Special promotions, gift give aways, drawings, and more!
When I first had the idea for a Christmas magazine, I was so excited to showcase the magic of Christmas to Jessamine County through print, locality, and highlighting our local businesses
From a young age, I was taught that local business is the heart of the community, and I've made it my life and career to help build the dreams of others, in turn making my own come true When Mom started in radio over 20 years ago, I never would have fathomed that I would work alongside her daily in radio, and also build a publication
None of this magazine would have been possible without a few awesome humans One, my mom Thank you for giving me creative freedom, a great company to work for, and the greenlight on my ideas To Ronda May: Thank you so much for instantly seeing the vision with Jessamine County Christmas and working tirelessly with me for 3 weeks to see that this magazine came to life This truly could not have been done without you Finally, to the advertisers: Thank you from the bottom of my heart You took a chance on Jessamine County Christmas' first ever edition You believed in what we were doing here, and invested in us Without you, this magazine wouldn't exist
To the readers: because of you, we are able to do something so special for our community Jessamine County is an incredible place that we are lucky enough to live, shop, eat, and enjoy Thank you for picking up this first edition of Jessamine County Christmas! I hope you find favorite passages and activities, and look for us again -year after year
Merry Christmas, Britt
Moses
Jessamine County came into being on December 19, 1798, six and a half years after Kentucky became our country’s 15th state in June 1792. Prior to being formed into the state’s thirty-sixth county, the land contained in Jessamine County was part of Fayette County, which had been one of the three original counties (Jefferson and Lincoln being the other two). The county was named for Jessamine Creek, which, in turn, was likely named in honor of Jessamine Douglas, by her father who settled the land at the head of the creek, or, alternatively, for the jasmine flowers growing along the creek’s banks.
Nicholasville, the county seat, was named in honor of lawyer George Nicholas, who was part of the committee that drafted Kentucky’s first constitution. He was Kentucky’s first Attorney General, as well as the first law professor at Transylvania Seminary (now University). Nicholas County is also named in his honor. Wilmore, the county’s other incorporated town, was created by the Cincinnati Southern Railroad in 1876, when the engineering-marvel High Bridge Railroad trestle spanning the Kentucky River was constructed, pushing the rail line southward.
JonathanSmith,CentralKentuckyHistorian
DECEMBER 4, 2021 C A
I N T I M E O R D E R :
pancake breakfast | 8a-10a
Hosted by the Wilmore's Lions Club at Wilmore Presbyterian Church Start your day off and let someone else cook for you! $5 per person and $1 for small kids
HOMEMADE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR | 9A-3P
NEW LOCATION: Wilmore Municipal Center, 210 S Lexington Ave 45+ vendors with a variety of items for sale Come get an early start on holiday shopping!
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES | 10A-3P
Local Businesses will have Christmas Open Houses and sales going on! Shop local and find some amazing items for gifts or treat yourself!
MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY | 10A-8P
Come kick off the Christmas season in Wilmore with a day full of events! Shop and eat local and support the businesses and people that make Wilmore GREAT!
Visit the model train display by the conductor Robin Grider Hosted by Kelly and Tammy Goble at the former City Hall, 335 E Main St Enjoy the real trains outside and the model train inside!
tree lighting | 5:30p
Enjoy the annual lighting of our town Christmas Tree beside MedSave of Wilmore Featuring the Salvation Army Brass Band & Jessamine County Winter Guard and a visit by a very special guest!
main street stroll | 5:45p-7:45p
Businesses, churches, and organizations open along Main Street, and featuring local musicians Light the Salvation ArmyBrass Band and Jessamine County Winter Guard and visit by a very special guest.
grand finale | 8p
Celebrate the season by singing all your favorite Christmas carols with the All-Town Choir. Hosted by UMC & GCF in the sanctuary
...Also look out for:
DECEMBER 18: HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS | 6P-8P
IGA in Wilmore
DECEMBER 19: CHRISTMAS AT the HIGH BRIDGE
FIRE HOUSE | 5p-7p
High Bridge Fire House
Support local and shop the town during the day!
1 0 A A N D 2 P S T O R Y T I M E W I T H S A N T A
Mono's Coffee Crafters - 2209 Lexington Rd
1 1 A - 1 P J A Z Z W I T H L I A M C L A R K
Mono's Coffee Crafters - 2209 Lexington Rd
Begins at Dan's Discount and Ends at Maple Street
Come early and grab your seat!
WesBanco Orchard Branch - 986 N Main St
Free Christmas Cookies
Bring a toy to support the Nicholasville Fire Fighters Toy Drive
9 A - 4 P N I C H O L A S V I L L E
T O W N C E N T E R
Old J's Place Building - 101 S Main St
Free hot chocolate
Handmade t-shirts, sweatshirts, and prints for sale
FREE fun family photos and children's crafts
1 0 A - 2 P A N I M A L S H E L T E R
120 Fairground Way
Donuts / Cider Pet pictures w/ Santa, Bake
Sale, Raffle Tickets, Silent Auction
1 1 A F R E E C H I L I L U N C H
Nicholasville Baptist Church - 131 S Main St
Served until gone.
A F T E R T H E P A R A D E :
FREE photos with Santa and FREE hot chocolate at Nicholasville Town Center
RandallChewning,Agent
859-887-1243
Nicholasville Firefighter's Toy Drive
859-553-0437
Jessamine County Food Pantry
859-312-4003
Jessamine County Public Library
"Drop Your Drawers" Drive
859-885-3523
Helping Hands
859-887-4351
Wilmore-Highbridge Community Service Center
859-858-2819
Jessamine County Animal Care and Control
859-881-0821
Christmas is a season for giving. Jessamine County has families, children, and furry friends who are unable to meet the needs required for Christmas this year. Some children not only need gifts, but also coats, shoes, and other toiletries. Animals need food, a furever home, blankets, treats, and more. Here, you'll see a list of local organizations who are donating goods to these families and pets in need. To help these charities on their mission, please call, stop by, and help in any way you can.
FUDGE:theperfectlast minutegiftthatrequires therightamountofeffort coupledwiththeright amountoflove.Noneed towaitforthisoneto comeintime!
Laughifyouwant,butI oncegotacactusfor ChristmasandIcouldn'tkill it.It'sperfectforanyone, becauseyoudon'tneeda greenthumbtokeepit alive.
AgiftcardtoaLOCAL businessisagiftthatyou givetoafriend,ANDtoa businessowner. Remembertoshopsmall thisyear.
Theanswerisalwaysyes tomonogramming.We areinthesouth.Youcan't gowrongwith monogramming ANYTHINGandseeming veryintentional.
Ingredients
1(8-oz.)tubecrescentdough Cookingspray,forpan
Flour,forsurface
1(8-oz.)wheelofbrie
1/2c.wholeberrycranberrysauce
1/4c.choppedpecans
6sprigsofrosemary,cutinto1"pieces.
Directions
Preheatovento375°andgreaseaminimuffintin withcookingspray.Onalightlyflouredsurface,roll outcrescentdough,andpinchtogetherseams.Cut into24squares.Placesquaresintomuffintinslots. Cutbrieintosmallpiecesandplaceinsidethe crescentdough.Topwithaspoonfulofcranberry sauce,somechoppedpecans,andonelittlesprigof rosemary. Bakeuntilthecrescentpastryisgolden,about15 minutes.
Ingredients
1lb.refrigeratedpizzadough Eggwash(1eggwhiskedwith1tbspwater)
7mozzarellasticks
1/4c.meltedbutter
1/2c.finelygratedParmesan
1tbsp.Thinlyslicedbasil
1tbsp.choppedparsley
1tbsp.choppedrosemary Marinara,warmed(forserving)
Directions
Preheat oven to 450° Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper Cut mozzarella sticks into 1” pieces and set aside On a floured surface, divide pizza dough into two pieces
Stretch and roll each piece of dough into a long rectangle, then cut dough into 2” squares (you’ll need 33 total)
Wrap a dough square around each piece of mozzarella, forming a tightly sealed ball Place balls seam-side down on the baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree (they should be touching) Brush egg wash on dough balls and bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes
4.
Meanwhile, whisk together melted butter, Parmesan and herbs. Brush on baked pizza balls Serve warm with marinara for dipping
Some of my favorite Christmas memories involve making crafts. More specifically... ornaments! My mom would go gather pine cones and we would paint them gold, red, or green The best part was when we got to put glitter on them before letting them dry and gently hanging them on our tree The tree was just that... ours. Our pine cones and macaroni angels made it that way. Here's to hoping you find ornaments to make with your family this year Memories last much longer than homemade ornaments do
diy-enthusiasts.com
By:BrittMoses
Jessamine County has been in a growth spurt! Many are wondering what businesses are being built at all the construction sites, and we’re here to give you an exciting heads up!
Cedarhurst Assisted Living
Steak and Shake at the retail center of Bethel Harvest Way and US 27
Burger King at Kohls Drive + Bryant Drive
Christian Brothers Automotive at East Brannon
Hampton Inn at Jaclyn / East Brannon Rd
9,500 SqFt retail center east of Goodwill at Brannon Crossing
CubeSmart Indoor Storage at Jaclyn / East Brannon Rd
The W Apartments behind Drake's
Calamar Connect 55+ age restricted living on East Brannon Rd - 134 Dwelling Units
Kroger at East Brannon Expansion
Gas station and fast food restaurant (not yet identified) on site at Hampton Inn on East Brannon Rd
Creekland Apartments at East Brannon Rd, 240 dwelling units, clubhouse, pool
Expansion of Justin's Fish Tanks on Louisa Dr
Luke 2:11 tells us that, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." As Christmas rapidly approaches, I hope you'll take time this season to reflect on the true meaning and miracle that is the reason for the holiday season. Take time to teach little ones the meaning of Christmas, because it's so much more than toys and department stores. Below, you'll find some local churches who are celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas. Jesus
from your friends at
- Isiah 9:6
"For unto us a child is born."
