The Center for Rural Development

12/24/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Board of Directors and Staff at The Center for Rural Development. May peace, joy, hope, and happiness be yours during this holiday season and throughout the New Year.

12/23/2024

School Time Theatre 2024-2025 Season continues in the new year with THREE spectacular and educational performances for students of all ages.

📍The Center for Rural Development – Cornelia Dozier Cooper Theatre

• Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ The Underground The The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
• Alice in Wonderland presented by Lexington Children's Theatre
• The Peking Acrobats The Peking Acrobats

Admission to School Time Theatre is $6 per student. With every 10 student admissions purchased, one teacher/chaperone will be admitted free. For more information on specific shows and seating reservations please visit: www.centertech.com

Cornelia Dozier Cooper Endowment Fund Citizens National Bank City of Somerset, KY Pulaski County Government Kentucky Arts Council

12/23/2024

🎁 Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable experience at The Center for Rural Development. Check out the incredible lineup for 2025 and give the gift of memories this season!

Get your tickets now at: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/13339/the-center-theatre or call 606-677-6000

12/23/2024

FIRST TIME EVER!

Gospel Greats, Greater Vision
Thursday February 27, 2025

The Center for Rural Development-Somerset, KY

Contact the Center Box Office for tickets at (606) 677-6000.

Doors Open-6:00 pm
Show-7:00 pm
Tickets: $25 ($30 day of show)

Ticket Purchasing Link: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/40791162/greater-vision-somerset-the-center-theatre?partner_id=240

12/23/2024

12/21/2024

Discover Kentucky's finest bourbons' rich heritage and unmatched flavors with The Center for Rural Development's exclusive Bourbon Tasting Series! 🥃

Each month features a renowned distillery, signature flight samples, and captivating stories from a master storyteller. Indulge in delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by Karen’s Catering as you savor the spirit of the Bluegrass State.

Limited to 40 guests – reserve your spot now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/a7cz6k7

Save the dates in 2025:
👉1.9 Heaven Hill Distillery
👉2.13 Bardstown Bourbon Company
👉3.13 Angel’s Envy
👉4.17 Jeptha Creed Distillery
👉5.2 Oaks Day Celebration: Horses and Bourbon

12/20/2024

♥️🎄ITS OPENING NIGHT 🎄♥️

You won’t want to miss it! Bring your family, bring your friends.. Come see all of the amazing cast of Rudolph The Rednosed Reindeer.
Show starts at 7:00pm The Center for Rural Development
Tickets are $7 at the door
Stay for candy canes and Pictures with Santa and the crew!
We can’t wait to see you!

12/20/2024

Check out the starting lineup for our upcoming concert series for 2025! Get Tickets now at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/13339/the-center-theatre OR call 606-677-6000

🌟Featuring:

🎤 Greater Vision | February 27th | 7 PM
Since December 1990, Greater Vision has touched audiences worldwide with their vocal harmony and powerful gospel message, becoming the most awarded trio in Gospel music history.

🎤 Ronnie McDowell | March 8th | 7:30 PM
Ronnie McDowell has an impressive collection of hit songs, but it is his captivating stage presence and warmth that continually attracts crowds. His shining personality has inspired a nationwide network of fan clubs, each with thousands of devoted members who promote his work.

🎤 Rhonda Vincent & The Rage | March 21st | 7 PM
Rhonda Vincent is a firecracker of talent that powers one of the hottest bands in any genre of music today. It was her pivotal bluegrass album “Back Home Again” that transformed Rhonda Vincent into the All-American Bluegrass Girl and crowned The New Queen of Bluegrass by “The Wall Street Journal” in 2000. Her powerful vocal style transcends the boundaries of bluegrass music, as evidenced in her collaboration with Dolly Parton on the Elton John / Bernie Taupin Tribute Project “Restoration” 2018.

12/18/2024

Are you searching for the perfect gift for the bluegrass fan in your life? Look no further!
The Queen of Bluegrass, Rhonda Vincent, will be performing at The Center for Rural Development on March 21st, 2025.

✨ Ticket Prices:
- VIP: $55.00
- General Admission: $40.00

🎟️ Get your tickets now! https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/96884142/rhonda-vincent-the-rage-somerset-the-center-theatre

12/18/2024

Coming “out of the box” this weekend!!
Yukon come see she show!!
Friday @ 7pm
Saturday
Sunday
@ The Center for Rural Development
Tickets are $7 at the door

12/17/2024

Rogers Scholars, Rogers Explorers, AND Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute are ALL Once-in-a-lifetime opportunities!

👉Apply NOW at centeryouthprograms.com
‼️Applications Close January 31st

Rogers Scholars, Rogers Explorers, AND Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute are ALL Once-in-a-lifetime opportunities!

Apply NOW at centeryouthprograms.com
Applications Close January 31st

12/17/2024

🍂🥃 **Savor the Spirit of Kentucky!** 🥃🍂
Join us on **January 9th** for an incredible evening dedicated to the rich heritage of Kentucky bourbon, featuring Heaven Hill Distillery.

Indulge in a curated bourbon flight that showcases the essence of this beloved spirit, perfectly paired with mouthwatering hors d'oeuvres.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience, grab your tickets now!
🎟️ https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/a7cz6k7

12/16/2024

Join us this weekend for Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer!

Opening night Friday, December 20th at 7:00 pm

Saturday, December 21st at 7:00pm

Sunday, December 22nd @ 2:00pm

All shows The Center for Rural Development

Tickets are $7 at the door.

Can’t wait to see you there!

12/16/2024

The Queen of the Bluegrass, Rhonda Vincent, is coming soon to The Center for Rural Development!

Don’t miss your chance to experience her incredible talent live on March 21, 2025!
✨ **Ticket Prices:** ✨
- VIP: $55.00 + fees
- General Admission: $40.00 + fees

Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of unforgettable music! Stay tuned for more details!

12/12/2024

12/11/2024

🎄✨ The halls of The Center for Rural Development were alive with magic and holiday cheer as OVER 2,000 PEOPLE came together to celebrate the incredible talents of students across Pulaski County! 🎶🎭

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who made this unforgettable event possible:
❤️ The Center for Rural Development
🎭 Lake Cumberland Performing Arts
🎓 Pulaski County Schools
🎓 Somerset Independent School System

Your support helps shine a spotlight on our students and their amazing contributions to our community. Check out the highlight video and relive the magic! 📹👇

12/11/2024

🎉✨ Celebrate the Holidays with a Taste of Kentucky! 🍂🥃

Give the gift of an unforgettable experience this holiday season!

Embark on an exclusive journey through Kentucky’s finest bourbon with the Bourbon Series starting with Heaven Hill Distillery | Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience on January 9th!

A renowned distillery showcases its craftsmanship monthly with a master storyteller and signature flight samples perfectly paired with hors d’oeuvres by Karen’s Catering

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/a7cz6k7

12/11/2024

🎤🎼🎭 Choir, Drama, Bands and More!

What an incredible night at The Center for Rural Development, the halls were filled with magic and holiday spirit as OVER 2000 PEOPLE came out to support students across Pulaski County as they showcased their talents for their community!

THANK YOU to The Center for Rural Development, Lake Cumberland Performing Arts, Pulaski County Schools, and Somerset Independent School System - Somerset Ky,