Sunrise services in MW
Mount Washington United Methodist Church will conduct Easter Sunday sunrise services at 7 a.m. on March 31.
The service will be held at the Mount Washington Cemetery. Everyone is invited to attend.
Holy Week services
Shepherdsville Christian Church will once again host the Shepherdsville Community Holy Week Worship services and fellowship lunches.
They will be held from March 25-29 from Noon until 1 p.m. each day.
Worship will be daily at Noon in the sanctuary, with a free fellowship meal in the fellowship hall to follow the service.
A special guest preacher and special music will include:
*Monday, March 25 — Rev. Lola Keeble of Family Worship Center with musical offerings by Donna Burke of Family Day Ministries.Lunch provided by Family Worship Center
*Tuesday, March 26 — Rev. Perry Cooke of Mark 12 Ministries with musical offerings by Jimmie Masden of Mount Zion Baptist Church. Lunch provided by Mercy Hill Church
*Wednesday, March 27 — Rev. Bob Sweeney of Davidson Memorial United Methodist Church with musical offerings by Billy Green of Truck Stop Ministries. Lunch provided by Davidson Memorial UMC
*Thursday, March 28 — Rev. Dr. Donald K. Gillett II, general minister and president of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Kentucky with music offerings by Bob Parker of Shepherdsville Christian Church. Lunch provided by Shepherdsville Christian Church.
*Friday, March 29 — Rev. Dr. George Love of Hebron Presbyterian Church with music offerings by Tony Ellis, Turnaround Center. Lunch provided by Hebron Presbyterian Church.
Donations will be accepted for the Fellowship of Concern.
Everyone is invited. Shepherdsville Christian Church is located at 337 Lees Valley Road off Highway 44 East in Shepherdsville.
Sunnyside to host Easter activities
Sunnyside Baptist Church will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, from 1-2:30 p.m.
And on March 31, sunrise Easter services will be held at 7 a.m. Breakfast will follow.
Everyone is invited. The church is located at 2722 Knob Creek Road near Shepherdsville.
Holy Week at Bethel United Methodist
Bethel United Methodist Church will host a number of activities during Holy Week.
Palm Sunday will be observed on Sunday, March 24, at 9 a.m.
On Sunday, March 24, an Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 2 p.m.
Maundy Thursday services will be held at 8:30 p.m. on March 28.
Good Friday services will be held at 11 p.m. on March 29.
Easter Sunday services on March 31 would begin at 9 a.m.
Everyone is invited. The church is located at 7357 Highway 44 East in Mount Washington.
Community yard sale in Hillview
The Hillview Community Yard Sale will be held on April 4-7.
During this time, residents of Hillview do not need a permit to hold a yard sale.
Cultivating Health Together
The Bullitt County Health Department will host a Cultivating Health Together on April 2 at 11 a.m.
The workshop will include essential gardening techniques, soil preparation, plant care, nutritional benefits of growing your own food and how it contributes to a healthier diet and lifestyle.
To sign up for the program, call 955-5355. The health department is located at 183 Lees Valley Road in Shepherdsville.
Easter Egg Hunt
The city of Hillview will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 16.
The egg hunt for community children will begin at 1 p.m. at the government center.
All are invited but don’t be late. The hunt will only take a few minutes.
Sunrise at Immanuel Baptist
Immanuel Baptist Church will host a sunrise Easter service on Sunday, March 31, at 8:15 a.m.
Service will be held in the sanctuary.You are invited to join in worship to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior.
A continental breakfast will follow the service.
The church is located at 1810 W. Blue Lick Road, between Chillicoop Road and Pryor Valley Road.
Bro. Carl Thomas is the pastor.
Lebanon Junction Easter Egg Hunt
The city of Lebanon Junction will host its Easter Egg Hunt at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, at the Wall Street Park.
All children are invited to the hunt.
Gospel Singing at First General
First General Baptist Church in Shepherdsville will host its monthly singing on Sunday, March 17.
At 6 p.m., Blessed Hope will sing. Refreshments after the singing.
All are invited. The church is located on West Blue Lick Road in Shepherdsville. Stevie Francis is the pastor.
Gospel singing at God’s Grace
God’s Grace Independent Baptist Church will host an evening of gospel singing on Saturday, March 16.
The Heavenly Aires of Bullitt County will sing at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on 128 Roy Layne Road, off Beech Grove Road in Lebanon Junction.
Michael Calhoun is the pastor. For more information,call 502-488-0301.
Kingdom Hall memorial service
The Cedar Grove Congregation of the Jehovah’s Witnesses will host a special memorial celebration of Jesus’ death.
It will be held on Sunday, March 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the Paroquet Springs Conference Centre in Shepherdsville.
Prior to the memorial service, there will be a special discussion on the resurrection.
This will be held on Sunday, March 17, at 10 a.m. at the Kingdom Hall on Cedar Grove Road.
The public is invited to both events.
Cultivating Health Together
Come and Join a free class at the Bullitt County Health Department on Cultivating Health Together.
A hands-on workshop where you will learn the essential gardening techniques, soil preparation, and plant care, discover the nutritional benefits of growing your own food, and how it contributes to a healthier diet and lifestyle.
It will be held on April 2, 2024, at 11:00 AM at 183 Lees Valley Rd, Shepherdsville, KY 40165 For more information call 502-955-5355.
Scholarship from Master Gardeners
The Bullitt County Master Gardeners Association will present the David Lee Puckett Memorial Scholarship.
This is a $2,000 scholarship to those majoring in horticulture, agriculture, plant pathology, landscape design,botany, forestry, entomology, environmental concerns,urban planning,land management, agronomy, soil science or allied subjects preferred but not required.
To apply,you must be a Bullitt County high school student or an approved home school program.
For more information, call 543-2257. The application deadline is April 1, 2024.
Spring Into Wellness
Spring is in the air! Come and join C.R.E.W. for an hour of physical activity and education on nutrition and Movement at different parks in our community.
Meetings will be held on:
Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 10:00 am Mt. Washington City Park, 100 Newman way Mt. Washington
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 10:00 am Shepherdsville City Park 1100 W 1st Street, Shepherdsville
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:00 am Mt. Washington Sports Complex, 176 Park View Ave Mt. Washington
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 10:00 am Hillview All Inclusive Playground, 298 Prairie Dr, Louisville
For more information call 502-955-5355
Style Show Luncheon March 23
The Bullitt County Woman’s Club will sponsor the Irene Carroll Scholarship Style Show Luncheon on Saturday, March 23.
The annual event will be held at 11:30 a.m. at Paroquet Springs Conference Centre.
Clothing will be provided by Bullitt County stores — Country Vogue, Small Town Mama and Grace on Main.
There will be three scholarships of $3,000 awarded, one from each high school.
There will also be a silent auction and a trip to South Carolina to help raise funds for the scholarships.
Everyone is invited to attend this event and to celebrate 101 years with the Woman’s Club.
For tickets or more information, call 502-296-1578 or 502-538-6623.
Easter Egg Hunt at Vine Hill
Vine Hill Baptist Church will host a pancake brunch with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 30, starting at 11 a.m.
All children are invited to attend.
The church is located on Highway 245 across from Bernheim Forest. For more information, call 543-9429.
Sunrise service at Bernheim Forest
The 75th sunrise service for Vine Hill Baptist Church will be held on Sunday,March 31, at Bernheim Forest.
The service will begin at 7:30 a.m.
It will be followed by breakfast at Vine Hill Baptist with Sunday School at 9”45 a.m. and Easter service at 11 a.m.
The church is located on Highway 245 across from Bernheim Forest. Everyone is invited to attend.
Easter Party at Legion Post
The American Legion Auxiliary Post 157 will host a kids’ Easter Party on Saturday, March 23, from 9-11 a.m.
The party is for ages 1-10.
Come out to eat breakfast and have a photo made with the Easter Bunny. Goodie bags will be distributed.
Trish Ford Real Estate Team and RE/MAX Results sponsor the event.
The post is located on Old Preston Highway South in Shepherdsville. All are invited.
Master Gardeners Plant and Art Sale
The Bullitt County Master Gardeners will host the annual Art and Plant sale on Saturday, April 27.
It will be held from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Bullitt County Extension Service on Halls Lane.
Vendors can contact 543-2267 for more information.
Everyone is invited to this annual event.
MW Historical Society to meet
The Mount Washington Historical Society will hold its regular meeting on March 5 at the Mount Washington branch library.
The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
Guests and prospective members are encouraged to attend.
Attendees are asked to bring a historical photo or object related to Mount Washington history, along with a short interpretation of the item to share during the Crossroads Roadshow segment of the meeting.
Long-term centralized gathering and preservation of historic photos linked to the community prior to 1960 will also be discussed.
Cedar Grove Church hosts fund-raiser
Cedar Grove Community Church will host a pulled pork fund-raiser on March 16.
Come enjoy a sandwich, dessert and drink for only $10 from 4-6 p.m.
The church is located at 5023 Cedar Grove Road. Everyone is invited.
Multi-Purpose CAA board to meet
Multi-Purpose Community Action Agency’s Board of Directors will meet on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at the Spencer County Fiscal Court, 28 E. Main Street, Taylorsville KY 40071. The public is invited to attend.
Multi-Purpose CAA provides services for Families in Bullitt, Shelby and Spencer Counties.
Fish Fry season to resume
A variety of organizations will be hosting fish fry events during the Lenten season.
THE MOUNT WASHINGTON LIONS CLUB will host Friday fish fries from Feb. 16 through March 29. The frying starts at 4 p.m. and items normally run out by 6:30 p.m.
There are other items, such as pork chop sandwiches, brats and kids’ meals on the menu.
The Lions Club is located next to the MW Firehouse at 810 N. Bardstown Road.
THE ST. BENEDICT FISH FRY will be held each Friday from Feb. 16-March 22 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
The church located at 227 West Oak Street in Lebanon Junction has a fish platter ($13) and a Shrimp or Oyster Platter ($15) available. You can also order ala carte.
Dinners include onion rings or fries, mac and cheese, green beans, hush puppies and drink.
Dine in or they DELIVER at 502-264-0040.
THE ST. ALOYSIUS LENTEN FISH FRY gets a head start as it will begin continue each Friday through March 22 from 5-7:30 p.m.
Dine-in, Carryout or Drive Thru at the church located on Plum Street in downtown Shepheherdsville.
Enjoy fried fish, fried shrimp boat, hand rolled oysters,onion rings,slaw, fries, mac/cheese, homemade desserts,soft drinks, bottled water and beer.
Kids’ meals have fish sticks or cheese pizza slice.
Enjoy pull tabs and cake wheels. LIC#ORG0000508.
Cash or credit cards accepted.
THE AMERICAN LEGION Post will host fish fries starting on Feb. 16 through the Lenten season.
They will be held from 4-7 p.m. and will include codfish, chicken strips or clam chowder with green beans, cole slaw, mac and cheese, onion rings and hush puppies.
Kids’ meals include either chicken nuggets or fish sticks with a side.
Dine-in or Carry Out. The post is located at 830 Old Preston Highway South in Shepherdsville.
THE CITY OF HILLVIEW OPERATION SANTA fish fries will be held again every Friday during Lent at the government center.
The fish fry will be from 4-7 p.m. at the government center on Crestwood Lane from Feb. 16-March 22.
Proceeds go to support Operation Santa and community events throughout the year.
American Legion hosts dinners
The American Legion 157 Auxiliary will host a series of dinners during the month.
On Tuesday, March 12, a meatloaf dinner, with green beans,mashed potatoes,mac and cheese and dessert, will be served. Cost is $8 a plate.
All are invited. Meals will be served from 5:30-7 p.m. at the post on Old Preston Highway South in Shepherdsville.
Gospel Lights Mission Team
The Gospel Lights Mission Team will host a pair of events during the month of March.
A pickle ball fund-raiser will be held at Fern Creek Baptist Church on Saturday, March 2, from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
The cost will be $5 per game.
On Saturday, March 23, from 4-7 p.m. there will be a fish fry, cake auction and gospel singing at River View Baptist Church. Everyone is invited.
For more information, call 502-457-9949.
Cattlemen presentation March 12
Join the Bullitt County Cattlemen Association for a talk on pasture management and spring cattle maintenance with Jacob Settles our regional representative from the Kentucky Beef Network.
Everyone is invited to this 7 p.m. program at the Bullitt County Extension Office on Halls Lane in Shepherdsville.
Join local beef producers the second Tuesday of each of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) to learn new techniques in herd management and earn educational credits to meet KY Ag Development Fund and Beef Quality and Care Assurance requirements.
No need to register - just show up! Guests and non-members are welcome to attend. CAIP ED Approved! Events are Free. All are welcome to attend.
Future presentations include:
Private Chemical Applicator Certification - April9, 6-9 p.m.
This 3 hour training will certify you or update your certification to apply pesticides on your own property or farm. You MUST call Bullitt County Cooperative Extension to register for this training ahead of time at 502-543-2257.
Another Class will be held April 10 at 9AM-12PM.
A certified private pesticide applicator can use Restricted Use pesticides to produce any agricultural commodity on property owned or rented by him (her) or an employer, or to the lands of a farmer-neighbor, if the application is made without compensation other than trading of personal services between producers of agricultural commodities. Certified private applicators also may train workers to satisfy Worker Protection Standards.
Private applicator certification is valid for 3 years and expires on December 31 of the final year. Applicators must go through the county training program to keep their certification in effect.
*Bullitt County Cattlemen present: Water Systems for Rotational Grazing - Dinner Provided on May 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the extension office.
To register, https://bit.ly/GrazingWaterUKY or call 502-543-2257.
Join the Bullitt County Cattlemen Association for Dinner and a Talk on water systems for rotational grazing with Dr. Steve Higgins of University of Kentucky. We will start this FREE event at 6:30 with a dinner provided by Farm Credit Mid-America!
Please RSVP ahead of time so we can order an appropriate amount of food. Register online or call Bullitt County Cooperative Extension Office at 502-543-2257 to register over the phone.
Everyone is welcome to attend including guests and non-members.
Join local beef producers the second Tuesday of each of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) to learn new techniques in herd management. These classes also help you earn educational credits to meet KY Ag Development Fund and Beef Quality and Care Assurance requirements.
Legion Post hosts blood drive
The American Legion Post 157 will host a blood drive with the American Red Cross on March 12 from Noon until 5 p.m.
Everyone is invited to give out the gift of life. The post is located on Old Preston Highway South in Shepherdsville.
Leslie Family benefit March 9
Forever Lakeside Venue on Deatsville Road will host a fund-raiser for the Leslie Family on Saturday, March 9, from Noon until 7 p.m.
The family recently lost everything in a house fire.
Donations will be accepted at the door as performers such as Todd Bodenheimer, Danny Dale, Brandon Wayne, Danny D, Luke Bryan, Brooklyn Marie, Al Hilbert and Jonathan Gilbert will take the stage.
There will be raffles and silent auction items. All are invited.
Craft fair at Legion Post
A craft fair will be held on Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Booth rentals are available by calling 219-4331377. The cost is $35.
The post is located on South Preston Highway in Shepherdsville.
BCHS Music Boosters dinner, auction
The Bullitt Central Music Boosters will host its annual dinner and auction on Saturday, March 9.
All proceeds benefit the school’s music department.
Doors open at 5:15 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m.
Tickets are $15 for those 12 and older. Kids 3-11 eat for $8. Kids 2 and under are free.
Food, music and auction. For ticket information, email bullittcentralmusic@gmail.com
Cruzin’ for Cancer car shows
The summer of car shows to raise money for cancer research is approaching.
The annual Cruzin’ for Cancer will be held on June 1, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Hillview Recreation Center on Prairie Drive. There will be food, music, raffles and a show for cars, motorcycles and trucks.
On April 13, May 11, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, there will be monthly car shows at the Hillview Police Department from 10-3 p.m. Entry is $20.
For information on any of these events, go to cruzinforcancer.net
Overdale Global reopens food pantry
The Overdale Global Methodist Church has reopened reopen its food pantry.
The church is not part of a large pantry but wants to do its part to serve the community.
God has blessed us and He has told us to “feed His sheep.”
There will be non-perishable food, such as canned vegetables and fruit, canned meat, boxed pasta, paper products and much more.
The church is located at 515 Overdale Drive next to the elementary school in Hillview.
The pantry will be open the third Tuesday of each month from 1-3 p.m.
Soil Conservation scholarships
Bullitt County High School Seniors graduating in 2024 are eligible to apply for a $2000 scholarship to use for their continuing education.
Four scholarships will be awarded by the Bullitt County Soil Conservation District.
Seniors should contact their High School counselor for an application, or give us a call at 502-538-0628.
Applications will be accepted now through March 15, 2024.
Midnight bingo at Legion Post
The American Legion Post 157 will host a midnight bingo on the third Friday of each month.
The next event will be on Friday, March 15.
The normal bingo remains at 7 p.m. every Monday with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.
All proceeds help support veterans.
The post is located at 830 Old Preston Highway off Cedar Grove Road. Everyone is invited.
Food items for Hillview pantry
The Hillview Boxes of Love is desperately in need of food items to refill its pantry.
The pantry feeds about 600 families each month.
There is a collection box at the government center on Crestwood Lane.
Diabetes assistance available by BCHD
Do You Have Diabetes Burn-Out?
Want to gain control over your health?
Join us for our Diabetes, Nutrition, & More Support Group where we implement practical ways to manage and cope with diabetes, create healthy habits through good nutrition and lifestyle changes, and learn to control our weight and health issues.
The support group is led by our Health Educator at the BCHD, 183 Lees Valley Rd, Shepherdsville, on the second Tuesday of each month from 5-6pm. This support group is open to all Bullitt County Residents.
For more information call BCHD Health Education at 502-955-5355.
Dare to Care in Lebanon Junction
The Dare to Care program in Lebanon Junction provides food on the third Monday of each month at 10 a.m.
To sign up for a food box, go to the St. Benedict parking lot. This is a new procedure to assist with traffic flow and safety in the area.
Looking for CREW members
Do you have a passion to help Bullitt County become a healthier place?
The Bullitt County Coalition for Recreation, Education and Wellness (CREW) is looking for you.
Community partners and citizens are invited to be part of a group which is working to make Bullitt County a healthier place to live and to work.
The next meeting will be on Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. If you are interested or just need more information, call 955-5355 and tell them that you saw this invitation in The Pioneer News.
Karaoke at Legion Post
The American Legion Post 157 will host weekly karaoke night.
This happens each Friday from 8-11:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited. the post is located on Cedar Grove Road at Old Preston Highway in Shepherdsville.
VFW Post 5710 hosts events
The VFW Post 5710 in Shepherdsville will host a variety of events.
Every Sunday and Tuesday at 7 p.m., bingo sessions will be held. Everyone is invited. You must be at least 18 years old to play games.
On the third Sunday of each month, a turkey shoot will be held starting at 11:45 a.m. with the first shot at 1 p.m.
The public is invited. The post is located on Highway 44 West in Shepherdsville.
Celebrate Recovery
Faith Assembly of God will host Celebrate Recovery every Friday evening.
Everyone is invited. The sessions begin at 6:30 p.m.
The church is located at 6811 S. Preston Highway in Lebanon Junction.
For more information, call 543-1457.
Democratic Party will meet
The Bullitt County Democratic Party will not meet in November and December.
The next meeting will be on the second Tuesday in March at 6 p.m. at the Central Library on Conestoga Parkway in Shepherdsville.
The public is invited to attend.
First Baptist Monday meals
The First Baptist Church in Shepherdsville has resumed its Monday meals.
The community is invited for a free meal each Monday at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:50 p.m.
You can enter at the back or side doors.
The church is located on South Buckman Street next to the county courthouse.
Bullitt Ministerial group to meet
The Bullitt County Ministerial Association will meet on the first Wednesday of each month at Mr. Gattis.
The meeting begins at 1 p.m. All pastors and representatives of Bullitt County ministries are invited.
For more information, contact pastor Randy Pace at 543-4444.
Hillview Church Dare to Care
The Hillview Community Christian Church food pantry and Dare to Care program will be held on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.
It will be open from 5-6 p.m.
The drive-thru food pantry will be located at the City of Hillview Annex Building at 1191 Hillview Boulevard.
Only those in Hillview, Pioneer Village and Brooks are eligible for this site.
Anyone who would like to help, canned goods are desperately needed. They can be dropped off at the Hillview Government Center.
First Nazarene Dare to Care
Shepherdsville First Church of the Nazarene is hosting a Dare to Care food distribution every Tuesday.
The drive-thru food bank will be at the old Melton Food Mart every Tuesday from 5-6 p.m.
Bring something with your address and a photo ID to receive assistance.
This is for the 40165 and 40177 zip codes only. Bring boxes, bags or other containers to carry your food.
The drive-thru pickup is located on North Maple Street off Highway 44 East in Shepherdsville.
Turnaround Center activities
The Turnaround Pantry will be open at the main location on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
Food boxes are available at 12:30 p.m.
The center is located at 11980 S. Preston Highway in Lebanon Junction.
Every Monday, Thursday and Friday at Noon, there is a hot meal provided at the Turnaround Center 2 Kitchen at 191 S. Poplar Street in Lebanon Junction.
Produce is also available.
And the Turnaround Market, located at 11491 S. Preston Highway in Lebanon Junction, is open by appointment only.
New items only. Call 502-488-1628 for an appointment.
HANDS program helps expectant parents
Having a baby or have a new baby?
Check out the HANDS program. It is free and voluntary.
A highly-skilled HANDS worker will provide fun, interactive activities to teach you and your baby to be the best you can be.
For more information, call the Bullitt County Health Department at 955-5355.
MW Lions Club fish fry Fridays
The Mount Washington Lions Club will host a fish fry on the second Friday of each month.
However, there will be no fish fry on Feb. 9. Instead, the fish fry will be held every Friday during Lent, starting on Feb. 16.
Fish will start frying at 4 p.m. and goes until everything is sold, which is normally 5:30-6 p.m.
Everyone is invited. The fish fry will be at 810 N. Bardstown Road in Mount Washington.
Proceeds help to benefit projects in the community.
Bluegrass music in Hillview
The Hillview Government Center is again hosting Bluegrass Music and fish fry each Thursday at 5:30 p.m.
The public is invited to the free singing and the chance to purchase fish dinners.
The government center is located on Crestwood Lane in Hillview.
Masonic Lodge breakfast March 2
Bullitt Masonic Lodge 155 all-you-can-eat breakfast will be held on Saturday, March 2.
From 7-10 a.m., the public is invited to breakfast. The buffet cost is $9 a person.
The breakfast will be held the first Saturday of each month.The next will be on Saturday, March 2.
The lodge is located on High School Drive next to Bullitt Central High School. Everyone is invited to attend. Dine-in or carryout available.
Bullitt GOP meets March 7
The Bullitt County GOP will meet on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. at the Shepherdsville Government Center.
The Republican Party meets on the first Thursday of each month in January.
Everyone is invited.
BCHS Youth Services food pantry
The Bullitt Central Youth Services Center has a food pantry available to families in all Bullitt Central feeder schools. It will not be open while school is out.
For more information or to make a donation, call Christy Hardin at 869-6013 or christy.hardin@bullitt.kyschools.us
NB Lions Club to meet
The North Bullitt Lions Club will meet on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
The Jack Taylor Lions Building is at 200 Cathy Way in Hillview. Guests are always invited.
McNeil Lodge hosts breakfast
McNeil Lodge 586 hosts its all-you-can-eat breakfast on the second Saturday of each month.
The next breakfast will be on March 9.
It will be held from 7-10 a.m. Donation is $9.
The lodge is located at 145 Ash Street in Lebanon Junction.
Everyone is invited.