Get ready for one of Shelby County’s favorite traditions! The Shelby County Fair returns with a full week of family fun... Read More

Get ready for one of Shelby County’s favorite traditions! The Shelby County Fair returns with a full week of family fun, featuring livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, agricultural displays, grandstand entertainment, delicious fair food, carnival rides, live music, and activities for all ages. Whether you're cheering on local exhibitors, enjoying a famous fair treat, or making memories with family and friends, the Shelby County Fair offers something for everyone. Come experience the community spirit and hometown tradition that has made this annual event a highlight of the summer. Check the official fair schedule for daily events, admission information, and entertainment details.

Once Upon a Mattress is a musical comedy with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and book by Jay Thompson, ... Read More

Once Upon a Mattress is a musical comedy with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. It opened off-Broadway in May 1959, and then moved to Broadway. The play was written as a humorous adaptation of the 1835 Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea".

Get ready for a summer adventure through time! The Shelby County Historical Society invites kids to join a week of fun, l... Read More

Get ready for a summer adventure through time! The Shelby County Historical Society invites kids to join a week of fun, learning, and hands-on activities at the America 250 Kids Summer Day Camp—a special camp designed to celebrate our nation’s story in the lead-up to the United States’ 250th birthday in 2026. This themed day camp is perfect for curious minds and creative hands! Campers will step into the shoes of early Americans and discover the people, events, and inventions that shaped our country—through games, crafts, music, and storytelling. Each day will feature a different era or theme from America’s journey, helping young learners connect with the past in fun and engaging ways. From colonial life to frontier adventures, and from Revolutionary heroes to local legends, there’s something exciting to explore every day. Camp Highlights Include: Interactive history lessons through crafts, play, and reenactments Themed storytelling Hands-on activities exploring life in early America Outdoor games and group activities Snacks provided daily Designed for children ages 8-12, this camp provides a perfect balance of education and summertime fun, all while fostering a love for local and national history. The America 250 Kids Summer Day Camp encourages creativity, teamwork, and discovery. It’s a wonderful way for kids to celebrate the spirit of America while making new friends and great summer memories. Space is limited and registration is required.