Almost immediately I saw a number of antique shops and beautiful curbside displays. The street was all done up for Halloween and autumn vibes were in the air. For many, Glendale is known for its antique shops and collectors, as well as tourists, descend on the small town looking for hidden treasures. I strongly suggest that anyone visiting this community visit each and every antique shop.

As I walked through town with my camera, I noticed a couple [antique] shop owners look at me from inside their stores, usually sitting behind their sales desk. I’d like to see these shopowners come out of their shell a bit. Next time they see someone filming, I think it would be a great idea for them to engage more. Whether the video gets a thousand views or a million, exposure is king/queen in today’s market. And if you can get free exposure, jump at it. On the flipside, maybe the shop owners want to keep the city a well-guarded secret. Who knows?

As I walked farther into town, I came across a lovely group of travelers sitting outside the coffee shop. This is another cool spot in Glendale and it’s a great place not only to have a warm drink and a treat, but it’s a great spot to people-watch and get a real sense for the small city. The folks I spoke with were delightfully friendly and had no issue with being on my video. I gave them the url to the website and our social media handles. I really hope they get a chance to read this article and see the video. They were a big part of why I enjoyed my visit so much.

All in all this was a great little walk. I enjoyed it very much and plan to return soon for a cup of coffee and some antiques shopping! As always, thank for visiting ExploringKentucky.com

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Stamping Ground is a cute small town in Kentucky, but I must confess, The Yuppie Puppy won me over. Now, anytime I think of this cozy community in Scott County, I’ll always think of this amazing pet salon. They’d do very well in a big city like Louisville or Lexington, but the fact they’re in the heart of this rural community is truly a blessing. In addition to the great work that they do (which I saw with my very eyes and which you’ll see on the video), they opened their doors to me and showed pure southern hospitality. They’re great representatives and ambassadors for City of Stamping Ground.

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Glencoe is a very small community, which according to Wikipedia may or may not break 300. That being said, the city has a government presence, a Fire/Rescue station, and its own USPS branch. During my video I basically walked along Main Street and was able to see most of what the town offers. There’s a nice church down a side street, some sort of a laundromat, and at the end of the road just over the railroad tracks there’s a very nice general store with great curbside appeal.

And normally this would be the end of the write-up, unless I made contact with any locals. Usually contact with locals adds a certain dimension to my visits. Sometimes, I’m offered a pastry, maybe a cup of coffee, and sometimes I’m given some kind of a memento. Sadly, there weren’t many folks to come in contact with in Glencoe at 8AM on a Saturday morning, but one local did try to run me down with his pick-up truck.

Wait, what?

Unfortunately, there are some folks who react irrationally when they see cameras, and maybe Gallatin County gets the award because a year or two ago when filming in Warsaw by the Catholic Church leading into downtown, a resident called the cops on me. The police officer was super nice and we took a selfie, but the fact that Americans fear citizens filming on a public sidewalk is pretty scary. And just last month in Glencoe, I had a guy try to run me down with his pick-up truck also while filming on a public sidewalk in downtown. It’s on the video and I was pretty shaken up, but I kept doing my work. Aside from the crazies and their shenanigans, all you can do is brush it off. You can’t live in fear of nuts. The vast majority of people are welcoming and hospitable. That being said, anytime you’re visiting a new place – always be mindful of your surroundings. Stay safe and have fun. And make some memories too – take pictures and videos!

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Next time I visit I hope to eat at the Nicholasville Cafe which has an excellent downtown location and really cool signage. I’m curious what the food’s like and of course the atmosphere. I have a feeling I won’t be disappointed. There’s a few condemned buildings on 213 North Main Street which I wish could be brought up to code. That being said, this is prime real estate in a city that’s booming so I can’t imagine they’ll sit there for long.

The seat of Jessamine County has plenty to offer visitors as well as those looking to purchase a home. If you work in Lexington, this would be a great place to call home. It’s quiet, safe, and seems like a perfect place to raise a family. I didn’t any law enforcement; however, the community felt incredibly safe. The area is immaculate (no litter or graffiti anywhere), the streets are well-maintained, and there’s no riffraff anywhere.

If you’re in the area or you’re looking for a final destination to spend the day, I highly recommend Nicholasville. Mind you, I just walked around for about a half hour and could find a bunch of things to do. There’s also probably plenty I didn’t see, not to mention the rest of the county. As always, thanks for stopping by and have fun Exploring Kentucky!! Maybe we’ll bump into each other.

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On Saturday, January 7th 2023, I had the pleasure of touring Munfordville for ExploringKentucky.com and got some amazing footage. The Hart County courthouse is exceptionally beautiful with excellently-maintained grounds and tons of learning opportunities. There are numerous benches laid out for guests to sit in, whether to take in the sights, read a book, or just interact. The landscape couldn’t be neater and the surrounding shops create a very upbeat, small town, and hospitable vibe throughout the county seat. If you visit here, be sure to have your phones, cameras, and/or camcorders ready. You’ll have plenty memories to make and plenty great shots to capture. Also, the locals are extremely nice, motorists are very considerate with pedestrians, and everything seems exceptionally orderly. That said, I didn’t see a single police officer in sight, which makes me think the community does their fair share of keeping an eye on things.

Don’t get me wrong, I love law enforcement and respect the very noble work they do, but it takes a village to have a successful city. Munfordville is an example of this because the residents take pride in their community. You won’t find any litter here, there’s no graffiti, and there’s no riff raff making trouble or creating a scene. The city and the county have done their homework. You will love visiting, and who knows, you may never want to leave.

Oh and before I forget, Munfordville is also site of a blossoming Amish community. There’s an Amish settlement that was started near here in 1989 and during my brief visit I was able to see several horse-pulled buggies throughout the city. The Amish are some of the hardest-working, most honest, and upstanding citizens in our fine land. It’s so awesome that they’ve chosen Hart County to call home.

If you’re looking for a great place to visit, you’ll be very happy to come down to Munfordville. Also be sure to check out the Munfordville Civil War Reenactments, visit Battle for the Bridge Preserve, and by all means join Hart County Happening Now! – Kentucky (Facebook Group).

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Communities don’t just stay clean and orderly over time. It takes a village.

Folks here are super friendly even to a guy with a camera. In some places cameras draw nasty stares, here, they draw smiles and waves. In Warsaw, KY, I actually had the cops called for filming. The officer in question couldn’t have been nicer or more professional but I make reference only to point out different reactions. Bloomfield is a town that truly embraces southern hospitality where everyone who visits feels welcome and wants to stay.

Something else I love about Bloomfield is how patriotic it is. You’ll find Old Glory all over – from homes to businesses! This is a place that loves America and wants the world to know it! This is really great to see and it speaks volumes about the folks that live here. They take pride in their homes, their streets and sidewalks, and even their alleys (which have names). When’s the last time you saw an alley that was spotless? Well they all are in Bloomfield! I didn’t see a single home that was unkept, no graffiti on any walls, or no questionable characters loitering.

Bloomfield also has a very nice post office, a large fire department, a modern gas station, several beautiful churches and room for plenty more growth! If you’re looking for a place to call home and/or somewhere to start a business, let me strongly recommend Bloomfield, KY.

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